The Lutheran East Falcons will be defending their home-court for the first time this season they go up against the Gilmour Academy Lancers at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Gilmour Academy took a loss in their last game and will be looking to turn the tables on Lutheran East, who comes in off a win.
Last Monday, Lutheran East didn't have too much trouble with Richmond Heights as they won 49-33. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Falcons.
Nae Ibekwe was a one-man wrecking crew for Lutheran East as she dropped a double-double on 15 points and 12 rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Dakota Porter, who had 11 points.
Meanwhile, Gilmour Academy was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Sunday as they fell 37-31 to Avon. While the Lancers didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Eagles 15-9 in the first quarter.
Lutheran East's victory bumped their record up to 2-0. As for Gilmour Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-2.
Lutheran East came up short against Gilmour Academy in their previous matchup back in January, falling 53-40. Will Lutheran East have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.
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