Jake Kohler scored 13 points, and Lakes’ boys basketball team defeated host Carmel Catholic 46-40 Tuesday night.

Lakes improved to 17-6 with the nonconference win. Kohler led the way in the defensive battle, coach Chris Snyder said. Justin Bergeron contributed 10 tough points and TJ Edwards played a strong fourth quarter with 8 points to help lead the Eagles to the win.

Carmel fell to 8-12 with its third straight loss.