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Allen Secures Victory Over Plano East in High-Stakes 6-6A Showdown

January 13, 2026
Lawrence scores 20 as Allen pulls away from Plano East 61-49

Nehemiah Lawrence scored 20 points, using his explosive quickness to attack the rim and connect from beyond the arc as Allen defeated Plano East 61-49 in a crucial 6-6A showdown. Lawrence's three-pointer midway through the third quarter stretched Allen's lead to double digits.

Plano East received strong performances from Elijah Plummer and Moustafa Abualneel, with Abualneel matching Lawrence's 20-point output. Despite the Panthers' efforts to rally after falling behind early, Allen's defensive pressure and ball movement kept them in control throughout the second half.