Live Oak proved they can win big two weeks ago (they won by 29) and on Thursday they proved they can win the close ones too. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 57-55 victory over the Central Valley Falcons. While the Lions didn't have the best season last year (they finished 2-23), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.
Among those leading the charge was Harjot Kular, who posted 21 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Zackary Granger, who put up nine points.
Several Falcons players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Hayden Webster, who earned 11 points along with eight boards and six assists. Another player making a difference was Conly Merritt, who dropped a double-double on ten points and 11 rebounds.
Live Oak's win bumped their record up to 6-4. As for Central Valley, they are on an eight-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-11.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Live Oak will host Los Molinos at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Central Valley, they will welcome Yreka at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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