Wilson had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. Everything went their way against the Lower Richland Diamond Hornets on Thursday as the Wilson Tigers made off with a 66-44 victory. That's more bragging rights for the Tigers, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Leading Wilson to victory were Josh Leonard and Tristan Thompson. Leonard dropped a double-double on 22 points and 13 rebounds, while Thompson dropped a double-double on 17 points and ten assists. What's more, Leonard also racked up five assists, the most he's had since back in February of 2024. Khristian Bruce was another key player, putting up 11 points.
They weren't the only one working in the assists department: Wilson was working as a unit and finished the game with 20 assists. That's the most assists they've managed all season.
Tigers
| 01/09/25 @ Lower Richland | 66-44 |
| 12/03/24 @ West Florence | 89-30 |
| 02/02/24 @ Myrtle Beach | 85-67 |
| 01/30/24 @ West Florence | 66-37 |
| 01/26/24 @ South Florence | 64-61 |
| + 5 more games |
Wilson pushed their record up to 10-7 with the win, which was their tenth straight on the road dating back to last season. Those victories came thanks to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 68.9 points per game. As for Lower Richland, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-9 record this season.
Wilson wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 59-57 victory against Atlantic Collegiate Academy on the 11th. As for Lower Richland, they will host Lakewood at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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