The Twentynine Palms Wildcats suffered their biggest defeat since December 28, 2023 on Wednesday. They were outmatched by Yucca Valley at home and fell 68-36. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Twentynine Palms in their matchups with Yucca Valley: they've now lost six in a row.
Twentynine Palms' loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Christopher Grabow, who scored six points. Brandon Evans was another key contributor, scoring nine points along with three steals.
Twentynine Palms' loss dropped their record down to 8-14. As for Yucca Valley, they are on a roll lately: they've won five of their last six contests, which provided a massive bump to their 10-8 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Twentynine Palms will take on Banning at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Banning is strutting with some offensive muscle, as they've averaged 52.5 points per game. As for Yucca Valley, they will look to defend their home court on Friday against Coachella Valley at 5:30 p.m. Coachella Valley is strutting with some offensive muscle, as they've averaged 50 points per game.
