The New Orleans Pelicans traded Brandon Ingram to the Toronto Raptors for Bruce Brown, Kelly Olynyk, a first-round pick, and a second-round pick, ending Ingram’s six-year tenure as New Orleans shifts toward a rebuild.
Kinston sophomore Jamarion Washington earned Athlete of the Week honors after scoring 19 points against Southwest Onslow and 17 against North Lenoir, helping the Vikings improve to 14-3 on the season sponsored by Kinston/Lenoir Parks and Recreation.
Greene Central dominated Washington 48-25 on Senior Night, led by An’Nyshea Wooten’s 24 points and 21 rebounds, as the Rams improved to 9-9 and positioned themselves for a strong conference finish.
Perry Tyndall’s rise to second place on Kinston High School’s all-time wins list is a testament to his deep love for the program, unwavering family support, and commitment to upholding the rich basketball tradition that defines Kinston.
Kinston pulled away in the second half, outscoring North Lenoir 56-25 after halftime, to secure a dominant 93-56 victory behind strong performances from Jemarion Washington (17 points) and Genesis Wiggins (15 points)
Kinston overcame a halftime deficit with a dominant second half, led by Nasheyla Mason’s 14 points and Aleah Hill’s clutch free throws, to secure a 57-48 rivalry win over North Lenoir.
Greene Central’s An’nysha Wooten, averaging a double-double this season, shined with 23 points and 16 rebounds in a narrow 47-45 loss to Farmville Central.