Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Lincolnton). They breezed by the East Burke Cavaliers to the tune of 95-57 on Tuesday. The Wolves have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won six games by 22 points or more this season.
| 01/14/25 vs East Burke | 37 |
| 01/09/25 @ West Caldwell | 39 |
| 01/07/25 vs Bandys | 24 |
| 12/28/24 vs Forestview | 43 |
| 12/27/24 vs North Lincoln | 38 |
Leading Lincolnton to victory were LJ Smith IV and Tyler McClain. Smith IV went 14 for 27 on his way to 37 points in addition to eight boards and four steals, while McClain shot 4-for-7 from long range and dropped a double-double on 21 points and ten boards. The matchup was Smith IV's 14th in a row with at least ten points. The team also got some help courtesy of Nehemiah Thompson, who posted 13 points.
Lincolnton smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive boards in seven consecutive contests.
Lincolnton's victory was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 11-3. As for East Burke, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last eight games, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-8 record this season.
Lincolnton will host Maiden at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for East Burke, they will venture away from home to face off against West Lincoln at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. West Lincoln has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last three games.
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