Augusta Prep and Heritage squared off in some playoff action on Saturday, but Augusta Prep had to settle for second. They were outmatched by the Hawks and fell 73-35. While losing is never fun, the Cavaliers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Georgia basketball rankings (they are ranked 386th, while the Hawks are ranked 63rd).
Despite the loss, Augusta Prep still got an impressive performance from Austin Luke, who posted 18 points.
Heritage was led to victory by Alex Mufu Jr. and MaKari Townsend. Mufu Jr. dropped a double-double with 25 points and 12 boards, while Townsend dropped a double-double with 19 points and 12 rebounds. That's the most boards Mufu Jr. has posted since back in December of 2025. Another player making a difference was Murphy Middlebrooks, who earned nine points and six assists.
Augusta Prep's loss dropped their record down to 14-9. As for Heritage, they are on a roll lately: they've won 15 of their last 16 games. That's provided a nice bump to their 24-5 record this season.
Augusta Prep does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Heritage, they will square off against Central Fellowship Christian Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Hawks will need to watch out since the Lancers have now posted at least 55 points in their last 23 matchups.
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