The Mills Comets and Morrilton Devil Dogs will face off in the Class 4A boys basketball state championship game on Friday. This will be the second time the two teams compete for the title, with Mills in the final round for the 10th time and Morrilton right behind them with their ninth appearance. Mills coach Raymond Cooper has led the Comets to championship wins in 2017 and 2021, while Morrilton’s Keith Zackery is looking to guide the Devil Dogs to victory this year.
Mills has had an impressive season, with a record of 34-1 and key victories over strong teams such as Bryant, Little Rock Central, and Conway. The Comets have been led by senior Anthony Hester, who averages 14 points per game. Meanwhile, Morrilton overcame a slow start to their season and have won 16 of their past 17 games. The Devil Dogs are playing in honor of their teammate CJ Clemons, who tragically passed away earlier in the year.
Junior Isaiah Templeton has been a standout player for Morrilton, averaging 19 points and 8 rebounds per game. Both teams have experienced players who contribute in various ways on the court. The game promises to be an exciting matchup between two skilled teams fighting for the title. Fans can follow live updates on the SBLive Sports app.
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