Hot Springs hasn't had much luck against West Las Vegas recently, but that could start to change on Thursday. The Hot Springs Tigers will be taking part in a tournament against the West Las Vegas Dons at 3:00 p.m.
Hot Springs is headed into Thursday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Tuesday. They took a 40-28 hit to the loss column at the hands of Mesilla Valley Christian School.
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for West Las Vegas, who bounced back after a loss on the road on Saturday. They breezed by Moriarty to the tune of 68-27 on Tuesday. The Dons have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won seven matches by 21 points or more this season.
Hot Springs better keep an eye on Alexis Pacheco. She was instrumental in West Las Vegas' win, dropping a double-double on 34 points and 11 boards. The game was Pacheco's sixth in a row with at least ten points. The team also got some help courtesy of Jayla Cordova, who posted 11 points and five rebounds.
West Las Vegas smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 17 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive rebounds in ten consecutive contests.
West Las Vegas pushed their record up to 11-3 with the win, which was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season. Those victories came thanks to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 25.1 points per game. As for Hot Springs, their loss dropped their record down to 4-8.
Hot Springs was taken down by West Las Vegas 64-23 in their previous meeting back in January of 2024. Will Hot Springs have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more basketball content.
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