Pine Forest was the 64-61 winner over Overhills when they last played one another back in January, but their luck changed this time around. The Pine Forest Trojans fell to the Overhills Jaguars 52-47. The match marked the Trojans' lowest-scoring game so far this season.
Pine Forest's loss on Tuesday came despite strong showings from Kabori Simmons and Jaidon Moore. Simmons posted 13 points, while Moore went 5-for-7 on his way to 12 points. What's more, Moore also posted a 50% three-point shooting accuracy, which is the highest he's posted since back in December of 2024. Jordan Tubbs was another key player, putting up five points and seven boards.
Even though they lost, Pine Forest smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 16 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive boards in 18 consecutive contests.
Overhills found their leader in sophomore Ja'Von Motta, who went 9-for-18 to rack up 26 points. Motta is also on a roll when it comes to shooting accuracy, as he's posted one of at least 50% in the last three games he's played. Another player making a difference was Deshaun Barton, who earned 13 points along with five assists and four steals.
Pine Forest has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matchups, which has put a noticeable dent in their 13-10 record this season. As for Overhills, their win bumped their record up to 14-8.
Pine Forest has already played their next game, a 67-65 victory against Richmond on the 12th. As for Overhills, they will face off against E.E. Smith at 8:30 p.m. on Thursday. E.E. Smith will roll in looking for their sixth straight win, something Overhills surely won't give up without a fight.
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