Quincy lost to Reading 46-39 in varsity boys' basketball action in a defensive battle. Reading led 8-4 after one, then extended the lead to 22-10 at halftime, as the Orioles struggled to find an offensive rhythm in the first half.

Q- 4, 6, 8, 21= 39

R- 8, 14, 9, 15= 46

The second half was closer, as Quincy outscored Reading, 29-24, but it was too little too late for the home team. Reading edged out Quincy 9-8 in the third quarter to take a 31-18 lead into the fourth quarter. Quincy found some offense in the fourth quarter, scoring more in the fourth than they did the first three quarters combined.

Brandon Miner led with 17 points and 11 rebounds. Ashtyn Morris had 6 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 steals. Ryder Schmachtenberger chipped in 4 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 steals. Grant Carter had 4 points and 2 assists.

Quincy's record is 2-2. Quincy plays next when they host the Quincy Holiday Tournament on December 29-30.