In Monday's non-league test, the Linden Lions (Linden, CA) basketball squad defeated the visiting Franklin Yellowjackets (Stockton, CA), by a score of 61-41.

Next, the Lions clash with the River Islands Riptide (Lathrop, CA) in a non-league test, on Wednesday, January 8. Linden will attempt to improve on its 7-3 season record. The Riptide come into the test with a 7-6 record after their 46-43 non-league win over Downey (Modesto, CA).

The Yellowjackets (1-14) will now prepare for their test against Stagg (Stockton, CA). The Delta Kings come into the non-league test with a 3-11 record. In their last test, Stagg overcame Franklin (Stockton, CA), 59-48, in a non-league test.