Green River was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat dating back to last season. They took a hard 84-67 fall against the Laramie Plainsmen. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Wolves of the 64-54 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in December of 2023.
Laramie got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Gabe Sanchez out in front who went 9 for 17 on his way to 24 points and seven rebounds. What's more, Sanchez also racked up four assists, the most he's had since back in December of 2023. Jaden Smith was another key player, going 7 of 12 on his way to 19 points and six assists.
Green River's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Laramie, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-0.
Green River and Rock Springs will compete for holiday cheer at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday. As for Laramie, they will take on Basic in a tournament on Wednesday. Basic is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 59 points per game this season.
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