Basketball Recap: Chinle Triumphs

Chinle won the last time they faced Window Rock and things went their way on Tuesday too. The Chinle Wildcats managed a 56-52 victory over the Window Rock Fighting Scouts.

When it comes to explaining why Window Rock lost, don't look at Jaylen Brown. Despite the final result, he went 7 for 11 en route to 20 points in addition to five rebounds and three steals. Brown has been hot, having posted three or more steals the last five times he's played. Makye Gilbert was another key player, going 6 of 9 on his way to 13 points and five boards.

Chinle's win bumped their record up to 15-8. As for Window Rock, they have also traveled a rocky road recently having lost seven of their last eight contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-14 record this season.

Chinle will head out to challenge Monument Valley at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Monument Valley's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last three games. As for Window Rock, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Page at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Page will roll in looking for their ninth straight victory, something Window Rock surely won't give up without a fight.