After losing to Independence the last time they met, Bakersfield decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Bakersfield Drillers secured a 49-45 W over the Independence Falcons on Tuesday. That's two games straight that the Drillers have won by exactly four points.
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 rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Ka'Rayah Robertson, who posted seven points in addition to 11 boards and three steals.
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| 02/11/25 - Away | 49-45 W |
| 01/23/25 - Home | 30-45 L |
| 01/31/24 - Away | 28-56 L |
| 01/12/24 - Home | 54-60 L |
| 01/31/23 - Home | 27-42 L |
| + 5 more games |
Bakersfield now has a winning record of 12-11. As for Independence, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 12-12.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Bakersfield will venture away from home to square off against Monache at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Monache will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something Bakersfield surely won't give up without a fight. As for Independence, they will head out on the road to take on Sanger at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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