Hamilton County Reporter

The Hamilton Southeastern boys basketball used three big runs to cruise past Pendleton Heights 72-45 in a Monday evening game.

The first quarter finished in a 15-15 tie, but the Royals went on a 17-2 run in the second quarter to open up a lead.

Southeastern was ahead 35-20 at halftime.

The Royals made their second run early in the third period, scoring 10 straight points to jump ahead by 23 points, but the Arabians got hot from 3-point range at the end of the period. Southeastern led 53-40 after three quarters, and Pendleton got within 10, but the Royals finished the game with another 17-2 run, securing the victory.

Mabor Majak led HSE with a double-double of 15 points and 12 rebounds, and also blocked four shots. Kole Hornbuckle added 13 points, four rebounds and four assists, while Alex Totton had 11 points and collected five rebounds. Vinny Buccilla handed out five assists.

The Royals are 4-4 and will be off until Friday, Jan. 10 when they play at Lawrence Central.