Kirby Knutson scored 25 in Hubbard's Thursday night loss to George Junior Republic, 60-44.
GJR (5-1) began the game with a 19-9 run in the first eight minutes. George Junior won the consolation contest of the Hickory Holiday Tournament.
Darnell Tate added 11 points for Hubbard. The Eagles drop to 1-7, which includes a 1-4 mark in games decided by 9 points or less.
