Knights vs. Giants Loy Norrix basketball reflects on the previous game against Kalamazoo central

2023-2024 Men's Junior Varsity Basketball

Head coach, Khandel Bell, encourages his team to not give up as they try to get back in the game.

#11 Chris McKinney Jr.

Sophomore

As he crosses over the line, Chris Mckinney Jr. looks for an open teammate to get a quick layup as time runs out in the half.

#3 Ja'varion Boyd-Franklin

Freshman

Playing in his first game against the Giants, Ja'varion Boyd-Franklin looks to make a big impact as a freshman.

#15 Khalil Mayes Jr.

Freshman

"We need to stay focused and keep more energy throughout the whole game."

#0 Damari Lawler

Sophomore

Damari Lawler fights through contact to get to the basket for the Knights’ first points of the third quarter. Following a strong start from the Giants, the Knights have to start the second half strong to get back into this game.

#2 Jaylind Motton

Sophomore

As time is running out, Jaylind Motton tries to energize his team for a last-minute push to get back in the game.

Head coach, Detavia Moore, draws up a new game plan to respond to the Giants' early lead. Although there is plenty of time left, he knows he can't let the opposition get too far ahead.

#3 Jason Rocco

Junior

"I feel like I could have done better, but there's stuff to build on."

#22 Amir Jackson

Senior

With a hopeful student section watching him, Amir Jackson tries to bring his team back from a 5-point deficit before the end of the first half.

#12 LeAndre Braxton

Senior

As the pressure rises, LeAndre Braxton looks for a fellow senior to make a big play in the wide-open court.

#4 Demetrius Bennett

Freshman

"After the first half, we just let off the gas and started forcing it, and they just started getting open shots."