Morrow, GA – The Lakers hosted the Clark Atlanta Panthers on Wednesday afternoon and came away with a solid two point win.
From the tip-off, the Lakers came out firing on defense, contesting shots and battling for every rebound. Kyla Greene set the tone early, shooting from the perimeter, while Dazjanae Greene made plays on both ends, pushing the pace and creating opportunities in transition. From the inside, Tianna Dismuke dominated the paint, grabbing boards and scoring in traffic. The Lakers pushed hard on second chance points and aggressive drives, keeping the game tight throughout the first half.
Halftime Score: Lakers 47, Panthers 39
After halftime, the Lakers kept competing with energy and composure, matching the Panthers runs with effort on both ends. Jasmyn Burts contributed with key steals and fastbreak finishes off the bench, while Dazjanae Greene and Kyla Greene knocked down shots from deep, keeping the momentum on the Lakers' side. Etaria Gibbons anchored the interior, controlling the paint and securing crucial rebounds. Harris continued to make her presence felt with timely drives and boards, helping fuel the Lakers' push. Defensive intensity stayed high through the fourth, forcing turnovers and generating extra opportunities, ultimately helping the Lakers hold on for the win.
Final Score: Lakers 84, Panthers 82
Quick Hits:
Tonight's win gave the Lakers their highest point total since their 81 point victory against Livingstone back in November 2024.
Tonight also marked the fifth straight victory over Clark Atlanta, a streak that stretches all the way back to 2021.
The Lakers grabbed a combined total of 38 rebounds.
What's Next ?
The Lakers (6-9) will travel to Aiken, SC, to take on the USC Aiken Pacers on Saturday, January 17, with tip-off set for 1:30 p.m.
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