New Philadelphia handed Lexington a tough 52-37 loss in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 9.
The first quarter gave New Philadelphia a 26-12 lead over Lexington.
The Minutemen drew within 35-23 at halftime.
New Philadelphia breathed fire to a 42-27 lead heading into the fourth quarter.
Both teams scored evenly in the final quarter to make it 52-37.
In recent action on Jan. 3, Lexington faced off against Shelby and New Philadelphia took on Ashland on Jan. 2 at New Philadelphia High School.
Check out our complete boys basketball roundup to stay up-to-date on all the action.
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