Close Encounter: John Marshall nips Carmel Christian 72-68

John Marshall poked just enough holes in Carmel Christian’s defense to garner a taut 72-68 victory on December 30 in North Carolina boys high school basketball.

The Jayem Justices hummed like a well-oiled machine through the fourth quarter, extending the lead with a 43-40 advantage in the frame.

John Marshall’s offense darted to a 29-28 lead over Carmel Christian at the intermission.

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