Every week, we're going to update an article with the top highlights, scoring outputs, record breaking performances, and more in boys basketball.
Below are some of the top moments, statistical nights, and more from this week in boys basketball.
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Monday, December 15
Brody Graetz, River Falls, senior
Graetz and River Falls secured a win over a ranked team on Monday night, as he led the Wildcats to a 71-57 victory over Division 3, ninth-ranked Prescott. The senior guard finished with 30 points, 8 rebounds, and five assists. Graetz was efficient from the floor, knocking down five of eleven shots from deep and nine of ten free throws.
Weston Nieman, Spencer, junior
Spencer took home a 63-52 win over Division 5, sixth-ranked Loyal on Monday night and Nieman led the way. The Greyhounds did a good job of containing senior big man Sam Bezlyk, and Nieman stepped up for the Rockets. Nieman scored a game-high 22 points as Spencer improved to 5-0.
Tristan Pisano, Westosha Central, junior
Many younger athletes put the value of scoring the ball on the basketball court above all else. Pisano was a great example of that not being the case, despite a 71-70 loss to Racine Case. The 5-10 guard scored just four points for the Falcons in the loss, but was a menace on defense where he recorded nine steals and nine blocks.
West Salem
Two very good teams on the western side of the state did battle on Monday night as West Salem made the short trip to Holmen for a non-conference tilt. The Panthers came away with a thrilling 83-81 victory. Leading the way for West Salem was junior forward Drew McConkey, who finished with a team high 21 points, one of five players that finished with double digit points.
Others of Note
Jayden Bartels & Brody Wilber, Holmen, jrs - combined for 49 points in 83-81 loss to West Salem
Matthias Behling, Valley Christian, sr - 24 points, 8 steals in 65-57 win over Wayland Academy
Brandon Davis, River Ridge, sr - 16 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists, 5 steals, 3 blocks in 77-37 win over Wauzeka-Steuben
DJ Nash, Madison East, jr - 29 points in 80-66 win over Janesville Parker
Colton Wilson serves a contributor and member of Bound Wisconsin. Wilson has worked in high school sports for 10 years, covering the state of Wisconsin in various sports. He has had roles in content creation, boys basketball coverage, director of events, and data management. Wilson is a graduate of Richland Center High School where he will currently serves as the Varsity Reserve boys basketball coach, entering his eleventh year coaching at the high school level. Wilson also has officiated basketball and organized youth tournaments for multiple years. You can follow him on Twitter at @ColtonWilson23 or reach him at [email protected].