The Lakeland men's basketball team played host to the Bryant & Stratton Bobcats tonight and came away with a decisive 87-74 victory. With the win, the Laker's record improves to 18-6 overall and 12-1 in conference play. The Lakers are in a busy stretch where they are playing on back-to-back nights and have now played 3 games in 5 days. In the first half, the Lakers jumped out to a big lead early, but then let that slip as they took a slim 40-37 lead into the break. The Lakers were paced by Marlon Landingham who connected on four 3-pointers for 14 first half points. Juwan Turner added 10 first half points while hitting a pair of 3-pointers.
In the 2nd half, the Lakers found their rhythm as they took over the game at both ends of the floor. Amarion Glenn led the way with 15 second half points while Marlon Landingham drained three more 3-pointers. The Lakers defensive pressure stepped up and created offensive opportunities while Lakeland controlled the boards to run away with the win.
Lakeland had four players finish in double digits and were led by Marlon Landingham who scored 23 points on seven 3-pointers. Amarion Glenn scored 15 points while Juwan Turner finished with 12 points. Micah Blackmon recorded 10 points while both Alikai Creque and Chauncey Brashers finished with 9 points. Isaiah McAdams finished his night with 6 points while Jadallah Suleiman chipped in a 3-pointer early for the Lakers.
Coach T Talks: "We played like it was our 3rd game oin 5 days. Credit the Bobcats as they played hard. We were able to step up to this challenge though and finished strong. We have to get some rest tomorrow before we get back at it on Saturday - another tough test."
Next Up: On Saturday (2/21), the Lakers will hit the road as they travel to Hocking College to play the Hawks in OCCAC play. Tipoff is scheduled for 5:30 pm.
