The Central Rebels were the 96-78 winner over the Poplar Bluff Mules when they last played one another back in February of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. Central took a 79-74 hit to the loss column at the hands of Poplar Bluff. Central has been going strong on the season, but this is now their second defeat in a row.
Central's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jobe Bryant, who scored 37 points along with six assists and three steals. Caden Casey was another key contributor, scoring 19 points along with seven rebounds and three steals.
Central's defeat dropped their record down to 19-6. As for Poplar Bluff, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games, which provided a nice bump to their 13-9 record this season.
Central does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Poplar Bluff, they will head out on the road to challenge Hillsboro at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Hillsboro will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something Poplar Bluff surely won't give up without a fight.
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