In a thrilling boys basketball matchup, Mountlake Terrace emerged victorious over Everett with a final score of 62-46. This win solidified Mountlake Terrace's position as the fourth-place team in the Wesco 3A South Division, while Everett secured fourth place in the Wesco 3A North Division. The teams will be seeded for the upcoming tournament on Monday night. Scoring was distributed evenly across quarters, with standout performances from key players on both sides.

Quarterly Performance and Team Standings

The game saw fluctuating momentum between the two teams. Mountlake Terrace demonstrated consistent scoring throughout the match, leading to their overall dominance. In contrast, Everett faced challenges in maintaining a steady pace, particularly in the second quarter where they scored only seven points. Both teams finished the regular season with notable records, setting the stage for future competitions.

Mountlake Terrace managed to secure an early lead in the first quarter with 13 points, compared to Everett's 11. They maintained this advantage by outscoring Everett in every subsequent quarter. By the third quarter, Mountlake Terrace had built a significant lead that proved insurmountable for Everett. The final quarter saw both teams scoring equally at 15 points each, but it was too late for Everett to make a comeback. Mountlake Terrace's balanced performance across all four quarters contributed significantly to their victory.

Player Contributions and Future Outlook

Several players stood out for their contributions during the game. Jordan Wilson led the charge for Mountlake Terrace with 16 points, followed closely by Brody Myers-Little who added 12 points to the scoreboard. Other notable contributors included Anthony Fuentes and Svayjeet Singh, each scoring 8 points. For Everett, Noah Owens topped the scoring chart with 13 points, supported by Noah Parker’s 11 points and Alex Tserger’s 10 points.

Moving forward, Mountlake Terrace is set to compete in the opening round of the District tournament on Thursday, February 13th at 7 p.m. The location and opponent are yet to be determined. Meanwhile, Everett will need to regroup and prepare for their next challenge. The impressive individual performances highlight the potential of these young athletes as they gear up for more intense competition ahead.