Game Night: Blue Ridge - Miller School

In a matchup of two of the state's top programs, the Mavericks pulled out the win 50-47 over Blue Ridge on Tuesday night in front of their home fans. Here is a look at some of the top performances.    One of the top shooters and top available prospects in the 2026 class, Lyons poured in 20 points in the victory while showcasing his scoring versatility. He has the size and skill to play either forward spot and stretches the floor with deep range on his jumper. Beyond his shooting, Lyons brings added value with his ball handling and passing ability, allowing him to make plays for himself and others. His blend of size, skill, and shot-making continues to make him a priority prospect for college programs.     The athletic, versatile junior finished with 14 points and knocked down three shots from beyond the arc, showing his ability to stretch the floor. Aguolu also got to the rim off the dribble, demonstrating confidence and attacking instincts with the ball in his hands. Active on the glass and playing with a consistently high motor, he impacts the game in multiple ways. His defensive versatility allows him to guard multiple positions and add value on both ends of the floor.     D'Alessandro is a skilled wing with good positional size who finished with 14 points and helped spark the Mavericks' offense in the first half when scoring was hard to come by. The senior plays with a high basketball IQ and understands how to find quality scoring opportunities within the flow of the game. He owns a quick release on his jump shot and can stretch the floor as a perimeter threat. D'Alessandro also shows the ability to attack with straight-line drives, giving him a balanced offensive skill set.     The East Carolina signee turned in a strong second half and finished with 15 points in the loss, showing his ability to impact the game as a scorer. Creasy is a high-level athlete who can produce at all three levels and bring energy to the floor. His defensive upside is especially intriguing, as he has the tools to pressure the ball, disrupt passing lanes, and block shots. With his athleticism and two-way potential, he projects as a player who can make a significant impact at the next level.     The quick lead guard, now a member of the 2027 recruiting class, scored 8 points and did a strong job taking care of the basketball for the Barons. He showed the ability to get downhill with good drives and finishes around the rim. An effective on-ball defender, he consistently pressures opposing guards and impacts the game on both ends.     One of the state's top prospects in the 2028 class, Brangman-Cain is a highly effective cutter and slasher who excels at getting into the paint and finishing at the rim. The sophomore is a strong, high-level athlete who plays through contact and brings consistent energy to the floor. He shows promising upside on both ends, with the tools to impact the game as a scorer and defender. As his skill set continues to develop, his long-term potential remains very intriguing.     The junior point guard brings good positional size, speed, and a high basketball IQ to the floor. He does a strong job taking care of the basketball and keeping the offense organized. When defenses give him space, he is a reliable open-shot maker who can make teams pay from the perimeter. His blend of decision-making, pace, and shooting makes him a steady presence in the backcourt.

In a matchup of two of the state's top programs, the Mavericks pulled out the win 50-47 over Blue Ridge on Tuesday night in front of their home fans. Here is a look at some of the top performances.