Portal finally found a way to top Statesboro 60-56 during this Georgia boys high school basketball game on Dec. 5.
Statesboro showed it was ready to play, using an early thrust to carve out a 17-15 advantage over Portal as the first quarter ended.
The Panthers’ offense moved in front for a 29-26 lead over the Blue Devils at halftime.
Statesboro came from behind to grab the advantage heading to the fourth quarter over Portal 45-44.
It took a 16-11 rally, but the Panthers were up to the task, grabbing the lead for good in the final quarter.
In recent action on Dec. 1, Portal faced off against Brooklet Southeast Bulloch.
Check out our complete boys basketball roundup to stay up-to-date on all the action.
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