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John Curtis and Huntington play another close semifinal, and the winner this time gets payback
- Curtis earned a 44-42 semifinal win over Huntington to reach the Division I select state final.
- Nelson sealed the win with two free throws after 16.7 seconds remaining as Curtis led by four.
- Graham led Huntington with 22 points, showing their early scoring pace in the semifinal.
- Timmons and Nelson were the lone seniors on Curtis, contributing key points down the stretch.
- Curtis built an early 10-1 lead before Huntington surged back, keeping the game tight throughout.
- Curtis sought its first state final since ending an eight-year final run the prior season.
- Nelson and Timmons produced 13 and 12 points respectively to anchor the Curtis effort.
- The championship game is scheduled for 4 p.m. Saturday, with St. Joseph's Academy advancing to the final.
- Curtis coach Alendra Brown emphasized attention to detail after last year’s semifinal defeat.
- Huntington coach Brian Shyne pointed to missed boxouts and offensive rebounds as factors in their loss.
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