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MUSKEGON — The visiting Muskegon Big Reds broke opened a tight game on Friday night with a big push in the third quarter.

Muskegon led 20-15 at the half, but a 19-5 run in the third quarter pushed Coach Keith Guy’s team to a 51-26 victory over the Rockets. The game was the OK-Green opener for both teams.

Muskegon was led by Jordan Briggs with 12 points, all of which came on 3-pointers in the pivotal third quarter. Anthony Sydnor added 10 points.

Reeths-Puffer (3-3, 0-1) was led by Travis Ambrose with 12 points, eight rebounds and three blocks. Jaxon Whitaker added six points.

Muskegon (4-0) will face Ferndale today at home in the Muskegon Basketball Showcase.

The Rockets travel to Grand Rapids Union on Tuesday.

All photos below are courtesy of LSJ Photographer Joe Lane III