Winning is just a little bit easier when you work as a team to rack up 16 more assists than your opponent, a fact the San Benito Greyhounds proved on Friday. They strolled past Mercedes with points to spare, taking the game 53-34. This was payback for San Benito, who suffered a 44-27 loss the last time these two teams met.
Jade Maya was the offensive standout of the contest as she scored 14 points along with five assists and three steals. Maya set a new season high mark in points with 14. The team also got some help courtesy of Angelina Reyes, who scored 15 points along with five rebounds.
When it comes to explaining why Mercedes lost, one person who can't be blamed is Regina Gaytan. Despite the final result, she scored 16 points.
Mercedes struggled to work together and finished the game with only two assists. That's the fewest assists they've managed all season.
San Benito has been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 12-6 record this season. As for Mercedes, their defeat dropped their record down to 10-5.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. San Benito will take on Rio Grande City at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Rio Grande City is coming into the matchup hot, having won their last three games. As for Mercedes, they will play host again and welcome Edcouch-Elsa, where tip off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
