Pomona extended their losing streak to eight on Friday, dropping them down to 0-8. They took a blow against the Montbello Warriors, falling 75-42. The Panthers were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 43-20.
As for Montbello, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 4-4. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Montbello was led to victory by John Whiteside and Micah Martinez. Whiteside went 9-for-19 on his way to 27 points and four steals, while Martinez shot 88% from the field en route to 15 points and three steals. What's more, Martinez posted four assists, the most he's had since back in January. Another player making a difference was Corian Witcher, who almost dropped a double-double with ten points and nine boards.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. After both having extra time off, Pomona and Bear Creek will shake off the cobwebs and hit the court against one another at 6:30 p.m. on January 7, 2026. The Panthers will be up against the Bears' rather soft defense (which has allowed 56 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Montbello, they will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Adams City at 7:00 p.m. on January 6, 2026. That matchup will pit two of the most dominant guards against one another: Martinez and Elias Cornelius.
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