The Animo Bunche Stallions had to endure an eight-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They walked away with a 53-42 win over Central City Value on Wednesday. Animo Bunche's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Loss or not, Central City Value got some senior leadership from Leonel Chavez and Angel Marcial. Chavez scored six points along with 12 rebounds and five blocks, while Marcial. scored 13 points along with nine rebounds and five steals. Marcial is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in the last six games he's played. Another player making a difference was Andy Lobos, who scored nine points along with five rebounds and three steals.
Animo Bunche's victory bumped their record up to 4-11. As for Central City Value, they have not been sharp recently, as they've lost eight of their last ten matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-12 record this season.
Animo Bunche will head out on the road to take on USC-MAE at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Central City Value, they will look to defend their home court on Friday against Orthopaedic at 3:30 p.m. Orthopaedic is coming into the contest on a three-game losing streak.
