Lee-Scott, Opelika boys advance in high school basketball playoffs

Roundup of local high school basketball action from Saturday

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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The Lee-Scott Academy boys basketball team cruised into the Class 3A regional playoffs with a decisive victory in the sub-regional round, while the Opelika boys won the Area 4-7A tournament with a big road win.

Why it matters

High school basketball playoffs are an exciting time for local communities, as teams compete to advance and potentially reach state championship tournaments. These results highlight the success of two area programs and their continued postseason runs.

The details

Lee-Scott Academy won its sub-regional game handily to move on to the regional playoffs in the Class 3A bracket. Meanwhile, the Opelika boys team captured the Area 4-7A tournament title with an impressive road victory.

  • The games were played on Saturday, February 15, 2026.

The players

Lee-Scott Academy

A private high school located in Auburn, Alabama that fields competitive basketball teams.

Opelika High School

A public high school in Opelika, Alabama known for its strong athletic programs, including boys basketball.

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What’s next

The Lee-Scott Academy boys will now advance to the Class 3A regional playoffs, while the Opelika boys have secured their spot in the upcoming area tournament.

The takeaway

These results demonstrate the continued excellence of high school basketball programs in the local area, with teams from Lee-Scott Academy and Opelika High School making deep playoff runs and positioning themselves for potential state championship contention.