Nome-Beltz Picks Up Fifth Consecutive Win

Nome-Beltz extended their winning streak to five on Saturday, bumping them up to 5-3. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 59-56 win over the Lathrop Malemutes. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Nanooks have posted since January 17, 2025.

Having lost for the first time this season, Lathrop fell to 8-1. The defeat continues a trend for them in their meetings with Nome-Beltz: they've now lost four in a row.

Despite the loss, Lathrop still got an impressive performance from Alfred Parker, who dropped a double-double with 16 points and 11 boards. Parker has also also been stellar as far as field goal percentage is concerned: he's posted one of at least 62% every time he's hit the court this season. Another player making a difference was Armani Smith, who posted nine points and three steals.

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