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<p>Duncanville escaped with a 58–55 win in a gritty, high-level battle defined by defensive pressure, late-game execution, and a standout performance from Parish Episcopal's [player_tooltip player_id='1590876' first='Antoine' last='Almuttar']. Both teams shot efficiently from the field, but Duncanville's ability to control pace and generate turnovers became the deciding factor. Parish fought back behind the Almuttar twins' production, but Duncanville's collective playmaking and backcourt scoring sealed the game in the final minutes. Seven players emerged as the clear difference-makers in this tightly contested matchup.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Hunt Jr was a constant offensive and defensive force, scoring 19 points while shooting efficiently from all three levels. He applied relentless pressure on the ball, producing six steals—one of the highest defensive playmaking totals of the entire session. Hunt Jr's ability to turn turnovers into transition offense swung momentum multiple times in Duncanville's favor. His assertiveness on both ends was essential to closing out a one-possession win.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1590876' first='Antoine' last='Almuttar'] put together a complete, high-IQ performance, earning Player of the Game honors despite the loss. His 17 points came from patient shot selection and strong physical play around the rim. Almuttar's six assists highlighted his exceptional feel and ability to unlock Duncanville's defense with timely reads. His toughness, competitiveness, and consistency kept Parish within striking distance from start to finish.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1590875' first='Armon' last='Almuttar'] complemented his brother with efficient scoring and strong rebounding presence, finishing with 12 points on 5-of-8 shooting. He played with physicality on both ends, securing six boards and providing rim pressure when Parish needed interior touches. Armon showcased reliable decision-making and attacked closeouts confidently. His consistency made him a stabilizing force throughout the matchup.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Lawson-Kennedy was a steady two-way contributor, scoring 10 points while helping orchestrate Duncanville's offense. He hit two key threes that shifted defensive coverage and opened the floor for Hunt Jr. Defensively, he added two steals and played with sharp anticipation on the perimeter. Lawson-Kennedy's balanced impact made him a crucial connector piece in Duncanville's winning effort.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Brooks delivered one of the most well-rounded guard performances of the game, using his vision to record five assists and consistently set up teammates. His poise under pressure helped Duncanville maintain control during crucial stretches. Brooks added three rebounds and a block, showing strong defensive presence for a backcourt player. His ability to blend playmaking with timely scoring made him a key driver of Duncanville's offensive rhythm.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Fuchs provided a perfect shooting night off the bench, going 3-for-3 and supplying much-needed scoring support for Parish. His energy and efficiency shifted momentum during the minutes he played, helping stabilize the offense. Fuchs also recorded a steal and defended with excellent effort across multiple positions. His sparkplug impact was one of the brightest bench performances of the game.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Mitchell was Duncanville's most productive rebounder, grabbing six boards and supplying toughness inside. His scoring came efficiently at 3-for-5, and he played with physicality that forced Parish to adjust its interior approach. Mitchell's ability to maintain activity around the basket created extra possessions and controlled momentum late. His combination of rebounding, hustle, and efficient scoring rounded out Duncanville's interior presence. His clutch 3 at the buzzer won the game for Duncanville.</p>
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Duncanville escaped with a 58–55 win in a gritty, high-level battle defined by defensive pressure, late-game execution, and a standout performance from Parish Episcopal's Antoine AlmuttarAntoineAlmuttar
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. Both teams shot efficiently from the field, but Duncanville's ability to control pace and generate turnovers became the deciding factor. Parish fought back behind the Almuttar twins' production, but Duncanville's collective playmaking and backcourt scoring sealed the game in the final minutes. Seven players emerged as the clear difference-makers in this tightly contested matchup.