Lincoln rallies past Ferndale in OT to reach regional finals

Two-time defending state champs survive close game to advance

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The Warren Lincoln boys basketball team rallied from behind in the fourth quarter and then won in overtime to defeat Ferndale 61-59 and advance to the regional finals in the Division 2 state tournament. The game-winning play was made by senior Kingston Brown, who has been a key contributor for the two-time defending state champions.

Why it matters

Lincoln's victory keeps their hopes alive of winning a third straight state championship, a rare feat in high school sports. The close game against Ferndale also shows the competitive nature of the Division 2 tournament, where any team can win on a given night.

The details

Down by a point late in regulation, Lincoln was able to force overtime and then prevailed 61-59. Senior Kingston Brown made the game-winning play for the two-time defending state champs.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, March 4, 2026 at Eastpointe High School.

The players

Kingston Brown

A senior who has been a key contributor for the two-time defending state champion Warren Lincoln basketball team.

Warren Lincoln

The boys basketball team from Warren Lincoln High School, which has won the last two state championships in Division 2.

Ferndale

The boys basketball team from Ferndale High School, which lost a close game to Warren Lincoln in the regional semifinals.

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What’s next

Warren Lincoln will now advance to the regional finals, where they will face the winner of the other semifinal game.

The takeaway

Warren Lincoln's ability to rally and win a close game in overtime shows the experience and poise of the two-time defending state champions, who are now just a few wins away from a potential third straight title.