The Lanier Christian Academy Lightning will look to take advantage of their home court for the first time this season as they take on the Lakeview Academy Lions at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. One thing working in Lanier Christian Academy's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points every time they've taken the court this season.
Having struggled with four losses in a row, Lanier Christian Academy turned things around against White County on Saturday. They walked away with a 79-71 victory over the Warriors. The Lightning's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Lanier Christian Academy relied on the efforts of Xavier Barber, who shot 53% from the field to rack up 28 points along with eight steals and seven rebounds, and Mekhi Barber, who went 13-for-24 on his way to 32 points in addition to eight boards and five assists. That makes it six consecutive games in which Mekhi has scored at least a third of the Lightning's points. Another player making a difference was Tucker Bolstrom, who posted nine points.
Meanwhile, Lakeview Academy posted their closest win since December 19, 2024 on Monday. They had just enough and edged out Elite Scholars Academy 62-60.
Lakeview Academy's victory bumped their record up to 3-0. As for Lanier Christian Academy, their win bumped their record up to 2-4.
Lanier Christian Academy took a serious blow against Lakeview Academy when the teams last played back in January, falling 92-60. Will the Lightning have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other basketball content.
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