Hamilton County Reporter

Fishers won its third straight game on Thursday, using a strong second quarter to beat Lafayette Jefferson 81-70 at the Bronchos’ gym.

The Tigers led 17-14 after the first quarter, then poured in 27 points to take a 44-28 lead at halftime. Alex Szilagyi threw in three 3-pointers in the second period, scoring 11 points in total.

Lafayette Jeff cut slightly into Fishers’ lead during the second half, but the Tigers made plenty of big baskets to keep comfortably ahead. Willie Jackson went 6-of-7 from the free throw line in the half. He would finish the game 9-of-10 from the line.

Szilagyi led Fishers with 25 points, while Jackson added 23. Josiah Matthews scored 11 points.

The Tigers are 5-3 and return to the Tiger Den on Saturday to host Columbus East.