The Permian Panthers basketball squad (Odessa, TX), was outscored 52-43 in Friday's league battle with the visiting Midland Bulldogs (Midland, TX)

With the victory, Midland advances its record to 15-9 on the year. The Bulldogs travel to San Angelo Central (San Angelo, TX) to meet the Bobcats in a 6A Region I District 2 battle on Tuesday, January 7. The Bobcats enter the battle with a record of 7-17. San Angelo Central lost 47-27 in their recent league battle against Midland Legacy (Midland, TX)

The Panthers now own a 8-14 record. They put it on the line next when they travel to Frenship for a 6A Region I District 2 battle on Tuesday, January 7.