Northeastern is back in the No. 3 spot as this week’s Associated Press boys basketball Class 2A poll was released on Tuesday.
The Knights (11-3) moved up even after a 77-73 home loss to Pendleton Heights.
Now No. 4, Shenandoah (13-1) dropped a spot after losing 63-57 at Eastern Hancock last week.
The Knights, who defeated Rushville 66-62 on Tuesday night, entertain Lincoln on Friday night in a Tri-Eastern Conference game in Larry Moore Gymnasium.
On Saturday, Northeastern welcomes Liberty Christian (13-3) to Fountain City. Lions are ranked No. 1 in Class 1A.
Class 2A Poll
1. Lapel (14-1)
2. Barr-Reeve (13-2)
3. Northeastern (11-3)
4. Shenandoah (13-1)
5. Hammond Noll (11-4)
6. Oak Hill (11-2)
7. Indianapolis Howe (11-5)
8. Linton-Stockton (13-4)
9. Bowman Academy (8-5)
10. Winamac (12-2)
11. Marquette Catholic (10-5)
12. Forest Park (11-3)
13. South Ripley (12-3)
14. South Knox (10-5)
15. Providence (10-4)
15. Covenant Christian (10-5)
15. Indianapolis Broad Ripple (9-6)
18. Boone Grove (12-1)
18. Lewis Cass (9-4)