A third-quarter run by Heritage Christian powered the Eagles to a 58-53 win over Columbus North. Andrew Williams provided most of the scoring in the decisive period, and the senior guard finished with 18 points.
Indianapolis Howe and Irvington Prep met in the 2018-2019 opener for near eastside bragging rights. Howe held off a late surge by Irvington to win, 78-71.
In a matchup of top five 4A teams, Carmel got a double-double from senior John Michael Mulloy and an impressive debut from freshman Pete Suder to hang on against #3 Zionsville by a 66-61 score. Bethel commitment Nathan Childress led Zionsville with 23 points in the loss, and Purdue signee Isaiah Thompson shook off a rough shooting night to finish with 16 points and five assists.
Indiana Basketball Source names 15 players to the preseason Class 4A All-State teams. The first team is comprised of five seniors heading to major college programs.