Independence was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They were four points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 49-45 heartbreaker at the hands of the Bakersfield Drillers. The Falcons were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Drillers earlier this season, when they won 45-30.
When it comes to explaining why Independence lost, don't look at Kenadi Walton. Despite the final result, she dropped a double-double with 23 points and 12 boards. Ka'Rayah Robertson was another key player, putting up seven points along with 11 rebounds and three steals.
Independence's loss dropped their record down to 12-12. As for Bakersfield, they now have a winning record of 12-11.
The two teams are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. Independence will square off against Sanger at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Bakersfield, they are taking a road trip to face off against Monache at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Monache knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 55 points or more in their past ten contests -- so hopefully Bakersfield likes a good challenge.
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