Radium Springs Edges Lee West in Close Contest
The Radium Springs boys basketball team secured a narrow 38-37 victory following a late steal.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Basketball
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Radium Springs defeated Lee West 38-37 in a boys basketball game decided in the final seconds. The Radium Springs girls team also earned a win, beating Lee West 16-10.
Why it matters
The result highlights a highly competitive matchup where defensive pressure determined the outcome. Both programs continue their seasons next week following these closely contested games.
Aiden Boone secured the win with a late steal and basket, while Arelius Roberts Jr. contributed a go-ahead corner shot with two minutes remaining. Riggins paced the girls team with seven points in their 16-10 victory.
The players
Aiden Boone
He is a player for the Radium Springs boys basketball team who secured the winning points in the final seconds.
Paul Sawyer
He is a member of the Lee West team who provided a late lead before missing the final buzzer-beater attempt.
Arelius Roberts Jr.
He is a player for Radium Springs who hit a crucial corner shot to give his team a 36-35 lead late in the game.
Riggins
She is a player for the Radium Springs girls basketball team who scored seven points in their win.
The details
Aiden Boone forced a turnover and converted a basket in the closing seconds to break the deadlock after Lee West held a lead following a basket by Paul Sawyer. The game remained tight throughout, with Radium Springs forcing Paul Sawyer into a contested shot at the buzzer to preserve the one-point win.
Timeline
The boys game took place on October 29, 2026.
Both basketball programs return to action next Thursday at 5 p.m.
Season Trajectory
This win positions Radium Springs positively as they progress through the 2026-27 youth basketball season schedule. The victory creates momentum for the program as they prepare for their next matchup against Merry Acres.
The victory keeps Radium Springs undefeated in the current series of early-season games. Fans can note that Riggins leads the girls offensive production, while the boys team relies on defensive playmakers like Aiden Boone to close out tight games.
The takeaway
Close games often hinge on defensive stops in the final seconds of play. Teams that maintain composure under pressure, like Radium Springs in this contest, are more likely to secure narrow victories.
What happens next
Radium Springs faces Merry Acres on Thursday at 5 p.m., while Lee West hosts Bainbridge Middle School at the same time.
Further reading
For additional coverage on local sports, visit the Basketball section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Albany Herald.
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