Basketball Game Preview: Sierra Linda Bulldogs vs. Independence Patriots

The Sierra Linda Bulldogs will challenge the Independence Patriots at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Sierra Linda has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last three games.

Sierra Linda took a loss when they played away from home on Friday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Tuesday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 55-53 win over La Joya Community. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Bulldogs have posted since November 22, 2024.

Meanwhile, Independence was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They were four points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 30-26 heartbreaker at the hands of Copper Canyon.

Sierra Linda's win bumped their record up to 11-8. As for Independence, their loss dropped their record down to 4-13.

Sierra Linda beat Independence 29-19 in their previous matchup back in January. Does Sierra Linda have another victory up their sleeve, or will Independence turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.