Basketball Game Recap: Desert Mirage RAMS vs. Desert Hot Springs Golden Eagles

The Desert Mirage RAMS's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Friday after their eighth straight loss. They took a serious blow against Desert Hot Springs, falling 68-21. Desert Mirage was in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 47-15.

Luis Jimenez was Desert Mirage's leading scorer, having posted eight points. Jimenez also led the team in rebounds with eight.

Desert Mirage has traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost 11 of their last 12 matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-16 record this season. As for Desert Hot Springs, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-11.

Desert Mirage will challenge Indio at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The timing is sure in Indio's favor as the squad sits on five straight wins at home while Desert Mirage has been banged up by three consecutive losses on the road. Desert Hot Springs will take on Cathedral City at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday.