Tonasket typically has all the answers at home, but on Friday Warden proved too difficult a challenge. They managed a 72-68 win over the Tigers. This was payback for the Cougars, who suffered a 66-48 loss the last time these two teams met.
Despite the loss, Tonasket still got an impressive performance from Tanner Tompkins, who went 11-for-27 to rack up 37 points along with eight rebounds and seven steals. The Tigers are 13-6 when Tompkins posts 20 or more points, but 1-5 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Isaiah Spangler, who shot 45% from the field on his way to 14 points and three steals.

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| 02/13/26 - Away | 72-68 W |
| 12/16/23 - Home | 48-66 L |
| 06/19/21 - Home | 65-69 L |
| 01/23/16 - Home | 66-35 W |
Warden now has a winning record of 12-11. As for Tonasket, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 14-11 record this season.
Warden wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next game, a 53-50 victory against Goldendale on the 14th. Tonasket does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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