(La Porte, IN) - Post season boys’ basketball doesn’t get much better than a match-up between La Porte and Michigan City.

 

The Slicers (15-9) and Wolves play in the sectional semifinals at Michigan City High School on Friday at 5:30 p.m.

 

La Porte advanced by defeating Penn last night 52-37.

 

The Wolves, who beat La Porte 72-63 in late January, received a first round bye.

 

Carl Savich, the color commentator for Slicers games on 96.7 The Eagle, said the victory over Penn may have been the best season long performance by the young La Porte squad.

 

“They played a terrific team game both offensively and defensively.  It was a lot of fun to watch.  That’s sure sure,” he said.

 

The Slicers, who committed just seven turnovers, were led by Griffin Ott-Large with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.  Nic Spence had 11 points, 9 rebounds and 3 steals while Destin Matzke added 8 points and 7 rebounds.

 

After a tough start to the season, Savich said the Slicers have come on strong especially since mid-season.

 

“It’s been a pleasant surprise,” he said.

 

Savich said he likes the Slicers chances against Michigan City (13-9) if they play like they did last night.