North Gaston was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their seventh straight defeat. They were dealt a 92-55 loss at the hands of the Huss Huskies. Sadly, that's the second time they've come up short against the Wildcats this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 72-57 back in December of 2024.
Several Wildcats players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Markell Carothers, who posted 18 points and five boards. Carter Mason was another key player, putting up 11 points and five rebounds.
Huss was led to victory by Zaiyir 'Zii' Phillips and Jaleel Smith. Phillips went 13 for 21 on his way to 35 points along with seven assists and three steals, while Smith went 8 of 14 en route to 20 points in addition to seven boards and seven steals. Smith is crushing it when it comes to steals: he's grabbed at least two every time he's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Antonio Griggs Jr., who had nine points in addition to seven rebounds and five assists.
North Gaston's defeat dropped their record down to 6-13. As for Huss, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 12-5 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. North Gaston will challenge Stuart W. Cramer at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Stuart W. Cramer is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 54.2 points per game this season. As for Huss, they will take on Crest at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Crest's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last 13 contests.
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