The Marion Swamp Foxes just played last yesterday, but they'll still welcome the Kingstree Blazers at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Given that both suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.
On Tuesday, Marion came up short against Lake City and fell 44-36. The Swamp Foxes have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Meanwhile, Kingstree was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They took a 48-38 hit to the loss column at the hands of East Clarendon.
Marion will have to contain Mal'Aki Matthews as he made an impact in Kingstree's last game. He posted 13 points and seven steals. Another player making a difference was Joh'Metrius Chandler, who earned six points.
Marion's loss dropped their record down to 9-12. As for Kingstree, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-17.
Marion beat Kingstree 54-43 in their previous matchup back in December of 2024. One of the biggest obstacles the team faced in that game was Matthews, who scored 25 points and six boards. Now that he's got a second chance to win this matchup, will Marion still be able to contain Matthews? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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