Lake Dallas secured a crucial 56-55 win over Denton after Jalen Brown made a high-pressure free throw at the buzzer, redeeming himself from a missed free throw in last year's close loss to Denton.

Why It Matters

The win was important as it positioned Lake Dallas (13-7, 3-1 in district) well in the tight early playoff race in District 7-5A, where six teams were tied for the district lead.

By the Numbers
  • Brown led Lake Dallas' scoring effort with 19 points, including nine in the second quarter
  • Jadon Jones contributed 16 points, nine of them in the fourth quarter
  • Walker led Denton with 14 points, shooting 7 of 9 at the foul line
State of Play
  • Lake Dallas (13-7, 3-1) and Denton (11-15, 2-2) were among the six teams tied for the district lead
  • Both teams exhibited strong offensive and defensive plays, with the game ending in a high-pressure situation
What's Next

Denton faces a district play clash with state-ranked Argyle, while Lake Dallas takes on Birdville at home.

Bottom Line

Lake Dallas' victory in the tight district clash positions the team well in the early playoff race, showcasing the critical importance of high-pressure moments in determining the outcome of closely contested games.