A win for Bendle just wasn't in the cards on Friday as the team wasn't able to take the lead at any point. They were outmatched by the International Academy Phoenix on the road and fell 72-44. The Tigers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Phoenix apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in January.
When it comes to explaining why Bendle lost, don't look at Malis Firman. Despite the final result, he scored 18 points along with five assists and four steals. Firman is crushing it when it comes to steals: he's grabbed at least four every time he's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Juma Mkakile, who earned seven points plus nine rebounds and three steals.
Having lost for the first time this season, Bendle fell to 2-1. As for International Academy, they now also have a winning record of 2-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Bendle will take on Caro at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Caro will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Bendle surely won't give up without a fight. As for International Academy, they are packing up and heading out on the road for their first away game this season. they challenge Beecher at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. International Academy knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 55 points or more in their past three matchups -- so hopefully Beecher likes a good challenge.
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