Garden City and Maize squared off in some playoff action on Tuesday, but Garden City had to settle for second. They fell just short of the Maize Eagles by a score of 64-62. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Buffaloes have suffered since December 14, 2024.
Maize got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Brayden Myovela out in front who shot 50% from the field en route to 22 points and four steals. Myovela is on a roll when it comes to field goal percentage, as he's posted one of at least 50% in the last six games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Alec Grill, who went 7-for-14 on his way to 19 points and five assists.
Garden City has been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last ten contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-13 record this season. Maize is on a roll lately: they've won eight of their last nine games. That's provided a nice bump to their 15-6 record this season.
Garden City does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Maize, they will face off against Northwest at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Maize's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last 14 matchups.
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