It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Montverde Academy had no problem doing just that on Thursday. They took down the AZ Compass Prep National Dragons 64-49. The victory was just business as usual For Montverde Academy, who after 32 games remain undefeated this season.
Montverde Academy's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Cooper Flagg led the charge by scoring 16 points along with seven rebounds and three steals. Flagg has been hot recently, having posted two or more steals the last three times he's played. Another player making a difference was Derik Queen, who scored 14 points along with eight rebounds and two steals.
Montverde Academy's win bumped their record up to 32-0. As for AZ Compass Prep National, their loss dropped their record down to 20-6.
Montverde Academy and Columbus will face off at 4:30 p.m. on Friday without much rest after finishing up games yesterday. One thing working in Columbus' favor is that they have posted big point totals every time they've taken the court this season. AZ Compass Prep National does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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