Raton lost to Tucumcari back in December of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Saturday. The Raton Tigers had just enough and edged the Tucumcari Rattlers out 72-69. That's two games straight that the Tigers have won by exactly three points.
Raton got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Tyler Petrini out in front who dropped a double-double on 15 points and 14 rebounds. That's the most boards Petrini has posted since back in December of 2024. Another player making a difference was Chase Walton, who made all 7 shots he took for 16 points and eight rebounds.
Tigers
| 02/01/25 @ Tucumcari | 72-69 |
| 01/30/25 vs Clayton | 64-61 |
Raton smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 15 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive rebounds in 17 consecutive matchups.
Raton's win was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 10-8. Those victories came thanks to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 69.3 points per game. As for Tucumcari, they have been struggling recently as they've lost nine of their last ten contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-13 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. A feisty cat fight is on tap when the Raton Tigers take on the Santa Rosa Lions at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Tucumcari, they will challenge Clayton at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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