East Kentwood delivered a dramatic finish, stunning Rockford 69–68 on a buzzer-beating layup from CJ Reynolds to cap a back-and-forth battle. Reynolds finished with a team-high 16 points and saved his biggest moment for last, attacking the rim through traffic to seal the win as time expired. RJ Chapman set the tone with 14 points while controlling tempo and making timely plays, Jeremiah Cook added 13 points with steady scoring throughout, and Ja’Kari Lovelady chipped in 12 points to give East Kentwood balanced production across the lineup. The collective effort and composure late allowed East Kentwood to stay within striking distance and execute when it mattered most.

Rockford had its chances behind strong individual performances, led by Jake Bascom’s 22 points, as he consistently finished inside and kept pressure on the defense. Eli Wolfe added 13 points, and Josh Bascom contributed 12 points, helping Rockford build momentum in key stretches. Despite the scoring balance, Rockford couldn’t get the final stop, and Reynolds’ game-winner swung the outcome in East Kentwood’s favor. The result marked a statement win for East Kentwood, highlighted by poise, execution, and a finish that won’t soon be forgotten.