Valparaiso took to the road Thursday night for another DAC matchup against an experienced and senior-led LaPorte team. Unfortunately, Valparaiso could not shake poor shooting on the night and fell 50-47.

Jack Smiley led the team in scoring on the night with 14 points and 6 rebounds. Mason Jones added 11 points and 9 rebounds. Michael Ridley contributed 8 points off the bench in the contest.

The junior varsity boys basketball team defeated the LaPorte Slicers 53-46. Trent Kimes led the way with 21 points and going 7/9 from the field and perfect from the free throw line. He also added 3 steals.  KJ Avery added 10 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists. Alec Platipodis snagged 7 rebounds.