Miller Place basketball features two of Suffolk County’s top 25 scorers this season in Dylan Riegel and Ryan Khezri, an impressive distinction that places the Panthers among an elite group. Only three other schools in the county can claim two players ranked inside the top 25 in scoring: Southampton, East Hampton, and Smithtown West. Having that level of offensive firepower makes Miller Place a difficult matchup on any given night.
Riegel has been the team’s leading scorer, averaging 17.9 points per game while knocking down 19 three-pointers so far this season. His ability to stretch the floor and score from deep has made him a constant threat for opposing defenses. Khezri has been just as effective, averaging 16.9 points per game and connecting on 10 shots from beyond the arc. Together, they provide a balanced perimeter attack that keeps defenses honest and opens opportunities for the rest of the lineup.
While Miller Place’s overall record may not be where the team hoped it would be at this point in the season, there have been clear signs of progress. The Panthers have lost each of their last four games by 10 points or fewer, showing improved competitiveness and resilience. In their most recent outing, Miller Place nearly completed a dramatic comeback before falling just short against rival Mount Sinai.
Those narrow losses suggest the Panthers are trending in the right direction as they continue to gain experience and confidence. With Riegel and Khezri leading the way offensively, Miller Place will look to turn close games into wins as the schedule moves forward.
The Panthers will have an opportunity to do just that next week when they face Hampton Bays and Amityville, before taking on another familiar rival in Rocky Point.