BOYS BASKETBALL | Eagles falls victim to red-hot Bears, who hit 14 3-pointers in a 74-54 victory

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WATSON - Live Oak fell victim to a hot-shooting Catholic High team that drained 14 3-pointers en route to a 74-54 victory Tuesday over the homestanding Eagles.

The Bears opened a 23-10 first-quarter lead and held a 37-24 halftime lead after the Eagles played on even terms in the second quarter.

Senior guard Lawrence Pierre led Live Oak with 25 points, including two of his team's three 3-pointers, while Amar Pink added 13 and Darian Ricard 10.

The Eagles return to action Friday at home against St. John of Plaquemine.

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