Palo Alto MLK Classic: Clark Scores 40 in Comeback Win, Lancers Qualify for Playoffs

Palo Alto erased a 17-point deficit and St. Francis ensured its playoff eligibility on an action-packed Saturday.

Jan 20, 2025

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Jorell Clark celebrates his 40-point performance in Palo Alto’s win over Menlo-Atherton with teammate Shreyas Shashi. | Ethan Kassel

The Palo Alto Vikings saved their offense for when they needed it most.

After averaging 44.5 points in a pair of grind-it-out league wins, Jorell Clark scored 40 on Saturday night to fuel a 17-point comeback and beat the Menlo-Atherton Bears 73-63 in the final game of the Vikings’ MLK Classic.

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