Franklin lost to Permian back in February of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Franklin Cougars had just enough and edged the Permian Panthers out 63-61. That's two games straight that the Cougars have won by exactly two points.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Franklin to victory, but perhaps none more so than Eddie Garcia, who almost dropped a double-double on ten points and nine assists. Those nine assists gave Garcia a new career-high. Zander Jones was another key player, going 5 for 6 en route to 16 points plus two steals.
Franklin's victory was their 12th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 5-3. Those good results were due in large part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 61.0 points per game. As for Permian, their loss dropped their record down to 3-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Franklin will welcome Centennial at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Permian, they will look to defend their home court on Monday against Midland Christian at 7:30 p.m. Permian knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 55 points or more in their past three contests -- so hopefully Midland Christian likes a good challenge.
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