Basketball Game Preview: DSST: Green Valley Ranch Raptors vs. Rifle Bears

The DSST: Green Valley Ranch Raptors will take on the Rifle Bears in a tournament on Thursday.

DSST: Green Valley Ranch unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They were dealt an 80-39 defeat at the hands of Northfield on Tuesday.

Despite the loss, DSST: Green Valley Ranch saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Ismael Bakayoko posted six points. Another player making a difference was Anthony Wright, who earned seven points.

Meanwhile, Rifle had to kick off their season on the road on Tuesday, but they showed no ill effects. They strolled past Cedaredge with points to spare, taking the game 70-53.