Bangs was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They were three points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 42-39 heartbreaker at the hands of the Valley View Eagles. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Dragons have suffered since November 19, 2024.

Jayden Robinson
| 12/11/25 vs Valley View | 22 |
| 12/11/25 @ Graham | 20 |
| 12/09/25 vs Zephyr | 8 |
| 12/06/25 @ Plainview | 7 |
| 12/05/25 @ Lake View | 8 |
| + 7 more games |
When it comes to explaining why Bangs lost, don't look at Jayden Robinson. Despite the final result, he shot 80% from the field on his way to 22 points. Robinson continues to improve, besting his previous point total in each of the last three games he's played. Braxton Wommack was another key player, putting up seven points.
Bangs' defeat dropped their record down to 4-8. As for Valley View, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 4-5.
Bangs didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next game, a 57-42 loss against Jacksboro on the 12th. As for Valley View, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next matchup, a 40-31 victory against Graham on the 11th.
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