Kendall Smith glides to the rim for an easy basket during the final. The UNLVbound guard finished with a game-high 27 points. a game by themselves,” Brown said. “The role players just try to do everything we can to help Marcus and Kendall.” After commenting on Lee’s incredible performance in the championship game, Smith was just as quick to acknowledge the play of his other teammates throughout the playoffs. “I have faith in everybody on this team,” Smith said. “Jeff, Nzuzi and Nsimba were great tonight, and other guys stepped up last game when we needed them.” The Wolverines have now advanced to the CIF Northern Regional Tournament, where they have a chance to eventually make it to the state championship. With the NCS crown under their belt, Phillips believes his team has a good chance to win it all. “The state title is the goal now,” Phillips said. “With a little luck, and a few prayers from the hometown folks, we think we have a good shot at it.” Smith echoed the sentiments of his coach. “We have been working hard for this all year, and all of this has been a blessing,” the senior guard said, pointing to the NCS championship banner in his hand. “All the hard practices and 6 a.m. workouts have paid off, and now our main goal is to win the state championship. “I definitely feel like we can win it.” ✪
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