In a thrilling home court victory, the SCS Lakers U14s edged out the SCS Suns 35-34, improving their season record to 5-3. The nail-biting contest came down to the final minutes, with Christopher Wourman (#38) emerging as the hero by scoring the game-winning basket to cap off his outstanding 21-point performance.
The game started with both teams trading baskets early, as Taj Singh (#29) helped the Lakers build an early 8-4 lead with two quick field goals. The Suns responded with a powerful 10-point run late in the first half, taking a 20-15 lead into halftime. Wourman kept the Lakers in contention during the first half with eight points, but the team faced a five-point deficit at the break.
The second half saw the Lakers mount an impressive comeback, led by Chris Wourman who shot an efficient 9-13 from the field and 3-4 from the free-throw line for the game. Blake Prunster (#11) contributed valuable points down the stretch, finishing with 5 points on 2-5 shooting, while Taj added 8 points total. The Lakers showed tremendous resilience in the final minutes, with Chris Wourman scoring the team's final four points to overcome a three-point deficit and secure the dramatic one-point victory. This win showcased the team's determination and ability to perform under pressure, with multiple players stepping up in crucial moments.