Palo Verde was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They were outmatched by the Safford Bulldogs and fell 50-11. The Titans lost against the Bulldogs in their previous head to head back in January of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 61-45 score last time.
Safford got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Andy Lopez out in front who posted six points along with six boards and six steals. Another player making a difference was Macario Mackenna, who scored eight points and seven steals.
Palo Verde's defeat dropped their record down to 7-11. As for Safford, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 3-10.
Palo Verde wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next match, a 49-17 loss against Pusch Ridge Christian Academy on the 17th. Safford has also already played their next contest, a 52-32 defeat against Round Valley on the 17th.
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