Basketball Preview: United Longhorns vs. Nixon Mustangs
The United Longhorns are taking a road trip to face off against the Nixon Mustangs at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Both teams took a loss in their last game, so they'll have plenty of motivation to get the 'W'.
United is leaving town to face Nixon after disappointing their home crowd in their season opener. United took a 70-63 hit to the loss column at the hands of East Central on Saturday. The Longhorns just can't catch a break and have now endured five defeats in a row dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, Nixon had to start their season on the road on Saturday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They were beaten by Alexander 76-48. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Mustangs have suffered since December 15, 2023.
Despite the defeat, Nixon got top-tier performance from Uli Torres, who dropped a double-double on 19 points and 11 rebounds. Torres has been hot , having posted eight or more rebounds the last seven times he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Mason Vela, who scored 11 points along with two steals.
United came up short against Nixon when the teams last played back in November of 2023, falling 61-56. Can United avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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