Booker entered their contest against West Texas on Saturday without any home losses, but there's a first time for everything. The Booker Kiowas lost 52-32 to the West Texas Comanches. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Kiowas of the 44-19 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in February.
When it comes to explaining why Booker lost, don't look at Eleanor Bentley. Despite the final result, she dropped a double-double on 16 points and 18 rebounds. What's more, Bentley also racked up six offensive rebounds, the most she's had since back in November of 2023. Averi Rosales was another key player, scoring seven points along with two steals.
Even though they lost, Booker smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 13 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive rebounds in three consecutive games.
Booker's loss was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-3. As for West Texas, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 2-0.
Booker will look to defend their home court on Tuesday against Felt at 5:00 p.m. As for West Texas, they will face off against Memphis at 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
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