Serrano came into Thursday's game having lost four straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They secured a 51-46 W over the Sultana Sultans on Thursday. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 51-44 on January 14th.
Several Sultans players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Viviana Horta, who posted eight points and 11 boards. That's the most rebounds Horta has posted since back in December of 2024. Amyah Jones was another key player, putting up seven points along with 11 boards and five steals.
Diamondbacks
| 01/30/25 @ Sultana | 51-46 |
| 01/28/25 vs Apple Valley | 28-29 |
| 01/23/25 @ Hesperia | 32-66 |
| 01/21/25 @ Burroughs | 23-66 |
| 01/16/25 @ Oak Hills | 30-61 |
Serrano's victory ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-15. As for Sultana, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost eight of their last nine matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-17 record this season.
Serrano and Sultana could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps California Rankings. Serrano will square off against Oak Hills at 6:00 p.m. on Monday down 596 places (841 vs. 245). Serrano is no doubt hoping to put an end to a five-game streak of away losses. Similarly, Sultana (ranked 914th) will meet Hesperia (ranked 454th) at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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