Merrillville continues its ascent as Lake Central, still undefeated, maintains its grip on No. 1.
Top 10
With records through Thursday and previous rankings in parentheses.
1. Lake Central 13-0 (1)
Jake Smith racks up 22 points as the Indians continue their undefeated run with a win against Valparaiso.
2. West Side 10-2 (2)
Derek Collins pours in 23 points in the Cougars’ win against Morton.
3. Valparaiso 11-4 (3)
Jack Smiley contributes 23 points, six rebounds and seven assists in the Vikings’ loss to Lake Central.
4. Merrillville 8-4 (6)
Keonta McKinney puts up 14 points and eight rebounds in the Pirates’ win against Crown Point.
5. Crown Point 8-4 (4)
Dikembe Shaw posts 13 points and 12 rebounds in the Bulldogs’ loss to Merrillville.
6. East Chicago Central 12-4 (5)
Jemeil Rich Jr. goes for 20 points, 12 rebounds and four assists in the Cardinals’ win against Morton.
7. Chesterton 7-5 (7)
Justin Sims records 20 points in the Trojans’ win against LaPorte.
8. Bishop Noll 10-6 (8)
Amauri Moore registers 16 points, 11 rebounds, three steals and two blocked shots in the Warriors’ win against Illiana Christian.
9. Munster 8-6 (9)
The Mustangs drop an overtime decision to Merrillville as part of their tough schedule.
10. Portage 7-5 (10)
Michael Wellman averages a team-high 13.5 points and is one of three players in double figures for the Indians.
Player of the Week
Junior guard Eric Allen notches 19 points, nine assists and three steals in Calumet’s 70-58 win against Lake Station on Monday.
