There's no place like home for George Washington, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Monday. Everything went their way against the Science Leadership Academy at Beeber Rockets on Tuesday as the George Washington Eagles made off with a 67-42 win. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest victory the Eagles have posted since December 20, 2024.
| 01/21/25 vs Science Leadership Academy at Beeber | 25 |
| 01/09/25 vs Frankford | 17 |
| 01/16/25 @ Academy at Palumbo | 12 |
| 01/13/25 @ Roxborough | 10 |
| 01/20/25 vs Hill Freedman World Academy | 8 |
George Washington had a senior duo take command as Anderson Dorvil dropped a double-double on 22 points and 16 rebounds and Ben Makias went 9 of 19 on his way to 25 points. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Makias has scored all season. The team also got some help courtesy of Jamair McQueen, who posted six points and eight boards.
George Washington smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 15 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in four consecutive games.
George Washington's win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 10-6. Those victories came thanks to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 28.0 points per game. As for Science Leadership Academy at Beeber, their defeat dropped their record down to 8-12.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. George Washington will venture away from home to face off against Central at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. George Washington is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 54.1 points per game this season. As for Science Leadership Academy at Beeber, they will challenge Shipley at 8:00 p.m. on Friday.
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