Ysleta was the 72-48 winner over Burges when they last played one another back in December of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Indians took a 49-37 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Mustangs on Friday. While losing is never fun, the Indians can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Texas basketball rankings (they are ranked 1075th, while the Mustangs are ranked 440th).
When it comes to explaining why Ysleta lost, don't look at Avalos Jayden. Despite the final result, he went 6-for-9 on his way to 15 points. The team also got some help courtesy of AJ Guzman, who posted four points and seven rebounds.
It was another big night for Anthony Rubio, who earned 23 points for Burges. Jacob Licerio was another key player, putting up nine points.
Ysleta has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-10 record this season. As for Burges, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 8-5.
Ysleta wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next game, a 73-59 win against Jefferson on the 13th. As for Burges, they have also already played their next matchup, a 68-33 victory against Socorro on the 13th.
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