For Wahpeton, they were the #1 seed out of the East Region. For Bismarck High, led by their legendary coach Steve Miller, they were the #4 seed out of the WDA. This marks the 16th straight time that a Miller led team has been to State. The Huskies were led in scoring by Bryant Friskop with 14, followed by TJ Kline with 13. The Demons were led by Esley Thorton with 16, followed by Jalen Finley with 12. Wahpeton was the better free throw team with 87.5%, meanwhile the Demons were at 78.6%. From 3-ball land, the Demons were at 60% and the Huskies 42.9%. Final Score: Demons 63, Huskies 52. The Demons are 2 wins away from their second straight state title. The next challenge for the defending champions is the West Fargo Packers today.
