Basketball Game Preview: Baker Braves vs. Trona Tornadoes

The Baker Braves will challenge the Trona Tornadoes at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Baker will be strutting in after a victory while Trona will be coming in after a defeat.

Baker is headed in fresh off scoring the most points they have all season. They strolled past Owens Valley with points to spare on Wednesday, taking the game 46-30. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Braves as it put an end to their three-game losing streak.

Baker got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Anthony Ortiz out in front who went 6 of 12 en route to 15 points and three steals. Ortiz is also crushing it when it comes to blocks: he's posted at least two every time he's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Anthony Ibarra, who went 8 of 17 on his way to 18 points.

Meanwhile, Trona was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss dating back to last season. They had to suffer through a 72-22 loss at the hands of Palmdale Academy Charter School.

Baker's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Trona, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-4.

Baker took their victory against Trona in their previous matchup back in February by a conclusive 57-33. Will Baker repeat their success, or does Trona have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.