Tough Battle, Valuable Lessons: Team Lex UA 17U Rise - Houston vs Proskills 17U Houston E40
Final Score:
Proskills 37 – Team Lex UA Rise 31
Team Lex UA Rise faced off against a disciplined Proskills 17U Houston E40 squad and came up just short, falling 37-31 in a game that challenged us in key areas. While the result wasn’t what we wanted, the takeaways from this matchup will serve as valuable tools for growth moving forward.
First Half Struggles:
Offensively, we started slow. Our pace lacked urgency, and we allowed the defense to dictate tempo early. Ball movement stagnated, and we settled for perimeter looks without shifting the defense. This contributed to a low-scoring first half that put us in a position where we had to battle from behind.
Offensive Bright Spots:
Despite the sluggish start, we finished the game shooting 50% from the field (13-of-26), showing that when we executed, we got high-quality results.
Areas to Improve:
Three-point efficiency (1-for-19, 5.26%) didn’t match our usual standards. We’ll continue emphasizing shot discipline and attacking closeouts to generate better rhythm shots.
Free throws (4-of-11, 36.36%) were a missed opportunity. In close games, every point matters.
Tempo and decision-making in the half-court—particularly in the first half—must be more intentional. Our offense flows best when we play with purpose and pace.
Defensive Takeaways:
On the defensive end, we held firm in key moments but had lapses in transition and weak-side rotations. The team showed improved communication and competed throughout, even when shots weren’t falling.
