Math, Civics & Sciences vs Imhotep: Game Recap
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Tuesday, January 11th marked a highly anticipated match-up between the two top programs in the Philadelphia Public League. The Imhotep Panthers took down the MCS Elephants 55-48. With talent on both sides, several players made huge contributions in the game.…
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Continue ReadingTuesday, January 11th marked a highly anticipated match-up between the two top programs in the Philadelphia Public League. The Imhotep Panthers took down the MCS Elephants 55-48. With talent on both sides, several players made huge contributions in the game.
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Justin Edwards Justin Edwards 6'6" | PF Imhotep Charter | 2023 State #3 Nation PA (6’7 W 2023) started the game hot for Imhotep with 2 catch-and-shoot threes and 9 of his total 18 points in the 1st quarter. He also got to his spots in the mid-range and didn’t try to force anything. The effort he showed on the glass (8 rebounds) created second-chance opportunities for his team which made the difference in the game.
Ahmad Nowell Ahmad Nowell 6'0" | PG Imhotep Charter | 2024 State #36 Nation PA (6’0 G 2024) is built like someone who should be playing defensive back on Saturdays. Yet, used his strength to get the shots he wanted in the paint. From there, Ahmad countered with a couple threes, at least one of which was off-the-dribble. He chipped in 5 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 steals too.
Mo Abdullah Mo Abdullah 6'4" | SF Imhotep Charter | 2022 State PA (6’4 G/W 2022) isn’t completely slept on because he’s signed to D1 ball at Rider, but he’s definitely underrated. Mo knocked down 3 triples as he finished with 10 points. As always, he played defense on and off the ball and grabbed 9 boards.
Rahmir Barno Rahmir Barno 5'10" | CG Imhotep Charter | 2023 State #223 Nation PA (5’11 G 2023) also contributed 9 points in the Panthers victory.
Math, Civics & Sciences
Trent Middleton Trent Middleton 5'10" | PG Bishop McDevitt | 2022 State PA Jr (6’3 G 2022) was all over the place defensively. It felt like he played bigger than the height he’s listed at because had 3 blocks, 6 rebounds, and a number of deflections. Additionally, Trent played a significant role in slowing down Edwards once they went man. On offense, Middleton Jr scored 17 points with 3 makes from behind the arc. His team didn’t win, but Trent was clearly the most outstanding player.
Jaheim Bethea Jaheim Bethea 6'0" | PG Math, Civics & Sciences | 2022 State PA (6’2 G 2022) came and went to the paint as he pleased. Jah’s emphasis on getting to the rim collapsed the defense and created passing windows for him to distribute. He found a lot of success on grab-and-go opportunities on fastbreaks, finishing the game with 4 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, and 2 steals.
Khalif Crawley Khalif Crawley 6'7" | C Math, Civics & Sciences | 2022 State PA Jr (6’8 C 2022) scored 9 points in the post – a couple of which came on nice jumpers – and pulled in 7 rebounds, but his biggest impact came on defense. Deuce blocked 3 shots and altered several others. He wasn’t the tallest or most athletic big on the court but his timing was impeccable.
Aasim Burton Aasim Burton 6'3" | CG Cardinal O'Hara | 2024 State PA (6’2 G 2024) added 8 points and 2 steals in MCS’s first league loss of the season. With his shot-making and game off-the-bounce, “Flash” created easy buckets in a game where points came at a premium.
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