The Central Wildcats lost against the Liberty Magnet Patriots back in January of 2021, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. Central took a serious blow against Liberty Magnet, falling 72-42. While losing is never fun, Central can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Louisiana basketball rankings (they are ranked 41st, while Liberty Magnet is ranked second).
Liberty Magnet's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Chivas Lee Jr., who scored 16 points. It was the first time this season that Lee Jr. scored 15 or more points. Another player making a difference was Marquise McPipe, who scored ten points along with five rebounds and five steals.
Central has been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 22-9 record this season. As for Liberty Magnet, they pushed their record up to 29-4 with that victory, which was their 13th straight at home dating back to last season.
Central does not have any more games scheduled as of now. Liberty Magnet also has no future games currently scheduled.
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