Andrew Roberts of Cheverus grabs an offensive rebound as Deering forward Jacob Coon tries to defend Friday in an SMAA boys’ basketball game at Deering High. Cheverus fell behind 11-0 in the first quarter but eventually rallied to beat the previously undefeated Rams, 45-34.

Andrew Roberts of Cheverus looks to shoot while Deering forward Garang Majok jumps in anticipation and teammate Jacob Coon defends during Friday night's game at Deering High in Portland.

Cheverus' Cam Chea (11) steals the ball from Deering forward Jacob Coon under Deering's basket.

Deering forward Garang Majok goes to shoot while Cheverus' Andrew Roberts blocks it during Friday night's game at Deering. Cheverus won, 45-34.

Deering forward Garang Majok looks to rebound the ball as Cheverus' Andrew Roberts snatches it away Friday night at Deering.

Andrew Roberts of Cheverus, left, falls to the floor as teammate Jesse Matthews tries to block Deering forward Benedict Williams during Friday night's game at Deering High School. The Rams suffered their first loss of the season.

Cheverus senior Elizabeth Ferreira cheers in the student section after a Cheverus basket against Deering on Friday night. Cheverus won to improve to 4-1 on the season.

The Deering High School student section cheers as guard Garang Majok scores a layup against Cheverus.

Deering guard Malik White, right, passes to teammate Garang Majok, who scored on the play. Majok finished with nine points for the Rams, who were outscored 22-7 in the fourth quarter after leading throughout the first three quarters.