Chico and Enterprise squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Chico had to settle for second. They took a 51-43 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Enterprise Hornets. The Panthers were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Hornets earlier this season, when they won 65-59.
Despite the loss, Chico still got an impressive performance from Magnus Nielsen, who posted 20 points and six rebounds.
Even though they lost, Chico smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 12 offensive rebounds in three consecutive matchups.
Alijah Collins was his usual excellent self, going 11-for-18 en route to 29 points in addition to five boards and three steals for Enterprise. What's more, Collins also posted a 67% three-point shooting accuracy, which is the highest he's achieved since back in December of 2024. Ja'Kye Rawls was another key player, putting up 11 points.
Chico's loss was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 14-13. As for Enterprise, their record now sits at 14-12.
Chico does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Enterprise, they have already played their next contest, a 60-52 win against Pleasant Valley on the 26th.
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