Lemon Street Classic: Buford edges McDonough
By Robert Alfonso Jr.
Marietta, GA – Buford (6-2) used up a combination of intensive man-to-man defense and 3-point shooting to hold off McDonough in a showcase game at Lemon Stree Classic.
The Wolves, who are on a six-game winning streak, got some timely shooting from several players on the roster. Senior forward David Burnett sealed the game late with some free throws. His shooting and timely defense throughout the contest helped him lead Buford in scoring with 13 points.
Another senior, Davis Chruch, drilled three baskets from beyond the arc to stall any WarHawks comeback or run. He finished with nine points. Junior Brennan Wanslery scored eight points. Chase Robinson, a junior, open the game with a deep 3-pointer. He then sealed it with a jumper late in the fourth finishing with six points.
McDonough found itself up against the ropes several times. The WarHawks’ defense kept them in the game. Players were flying up and down the floor while also getting on the floor because every possession could play a big part in the game. McDonough (7-1) fell short in the end.
Senior Da’Avion Thomas finished with a game-high 18 points, nine rebounds and six steals. Avante Nichols, a senior, recorded a double-double with 16 poitns and 12 rebounds.
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Alfonso
Robert Alfonso Jr. is a graduate of Mount Sait Mary College. He has more than 20 years of journalism experience. Alfonso has helped build a basketball web brand in Georgia and has covered high school through college sports for publications in New York, North Carolina, and Georgia. His mission has always been to uplift the athletes who play sports providing them the exposure needed in this new media platform.