January 11, 2025 – Stafford, TX
The Southwest basketball team clinched a dramatic 80-76 win over North American in a tightly contested matchup that kept fans on the edge of their seats. A second-half surge, led by Antony Scott's explosive performance, helped Southwest secure the victory.
First Half: North American Holds Slight Edge
The game began with both teams trading blows, with North American holding a narrow 39-37 lead at halftime. Southwest struggled with shooting consistency in the first half, connecting on just 34.6% of their shots. Antony Scott kept Southwest in contention with 11 points, including a flawless 9-of-10 from the free-throw line. North American's Damione Thomas shone in the opening half, scoring 12 points.
Second Half: Southwest Finds Its Rhythm
Southwest came alive in the second half, shooting an impressive 56% from the field and 62.5% from beyond the arc. Antony Scott took over, adding 20 points in the half, including two critical three-pointers. The team's defensive adjustments limited North American's scoring opportunities, and a clutch three-pointer from James Evans late in the game helped Southwest maintain the lead.
Key Performers
- Antony Scott: Delivered a game-high 31 points, including 17-of-18 from the free-throw line, and added five assists and four steals.
- James Evans: Contributed 6 points, 7 rebounds, and a key block in the final minutes.
- Jalen McAfee Marion: Scored 12 points, shooting an efficient 4-of-6 from the field, and hit two critical three-pointers.
Team Stats
- Field Goal Percentage: Southwest 45.1%, North American 45.3%
- Three-Point Shooting: Southwest 45.0% (9-20), North American 25.0% (5-20)
- Free Throws: Southwest 78.1% (25-32), North American 79.3% (23-29)
- Rebounds: Southwest 33, North American 30
- Turnovers: Southwest 12, North American 16
Late-Game Heroics
The final minutes were intense, with multiple lead changes and ties. Scott's driving layups and free throws provided the margin Southwest needed, while a pivotal three-pointer by Joshua Sasser sealed the game.
January 11, 2025 – Stafford, TX
The Southwest basketball team clinched a dramatic 80-76 win over North American in a tightly contested matchup that kept fans on the edge of their seats. A second-half surge, led by Antony Scott's explosive performance, helped Southwest secure the victory.
First Half: North American Holds Slight Edge
The game began with both teams trading blows, with North American holding a narrow 39-37 lead at halftime. Southwest struggled with shooting consistency in the first half, connecting on just 34.6% of their shots. Antony Scott kept Southwest in contention with 11 points, including a flawless 9-of-10 from the free-throw line. North American's Damione Thomas shone in the opening half, scoring 12 points.
Second Half: Southwest Finds Its Rhythm
Southwest came alive in the second half, shooting an impressive 56% from the field and 62.5% from beyond the arc. Antony Scott took over, adding 20 points in the half, including two critical three-pointers. The team's defensive adjustments limited North American's scoring opportunities, and a clutch three-pointer from James Evans late in the game helped Southwest maintain the lead.
Key Performers
- Antony Scott: Delivered a game-high 31 points, including 17-of-18 from the free-throw line, and added five assists and four steals.
- James Evans: Contributed 6 points, 7 rebounds, and a key block in the final minutes.
- Jalen McAfee Marion: Scored 12 points, shooting an efficient 4-of-6 from the field, and hit two critical three-pointers.
Team Stats
- Field Goal Percentage: Southwest 45.1%, North American 45.3%
- Three-Point Shooting: Southwest 45.0% (9-20), North American 25.0% (5-20)
- Free Throws: Southwest 78.1% (25-32), North American 79.3% (23-29)
- Rebounds: Southwest 33, North American 30
- Turnovers: Southwest 12, North American 16
Late-Game Heroics
The final minutes were intense, with multiple lead changes and ties. Scott's driving layups and free throws provided the margin Southwest needed, while a pivotal three-pointer by Joshua Sasser sealed the game.
