Latham Western took extra time to beat Piketon 84-83 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 1.
The start wasn’t the problem for Piketon, as it began with a 19-9 edge over Latham Western through the end of the first quarter.
The Redstreaks proved they would be a force to be reckoned with by building a 36-22 advantage over the Indians at the half.
Piketon enjoyed a 58-39 lead over Latham Western to start the fourth quarter.
Nothing was decided in the final quarter, with the Indians and the Redstreaks locked in a 68-68 stalemate.
Nothing was decided in the first overtime period, with Latham Western and Piketon locked in a 75-75 stalemate.
The Indians held on with a 9-8 scoring edge in the second overtime period.
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