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Lakota West shows resilience, batters Hamilton in MLK Classic after brutal loss at Flyin’ to the Hoop

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Lakota West High School's Roman Combs drives to the basket Jan. 19, 2026, during a Kemba Credit Union MLK Classic boys basketball game against Hamilton at Xavier University's Cintas Center. West won 61-22. RICK CASSANO/STAFF

CINCINNATI — Any questions about Lakota West High School’s ability to bounce back got quickly answered Monday afternoon.

The Firebirds rumbled past Hamilton 61-22 in the inaugural Kemba Credit Union MLK Classic at Xavier University’s Cintas Center, storming to a 16-2 lead in the opening four minutes of the

 
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