There were alarm bells early in the season, but Hillcrest has improved since its so-so 8-6 start. The Hawks are playing their best basketball of the season, winning seven of nine and playing ranked Hinsdale Central and Rich very tough in those two defeats.

The Iowa high school basketball season is winding down and there are plenty of games to keep an eye on, both boys and girls, happening around the state Friday night. Check out scores from many of the games across the state below.