Long Beach came into Thursday's match having lost three straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 35-33 win over the Bay Tigers on Thursday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Bearcats have posted since November 28, 2023.
Long Beach's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Donovan Magee led the charge by earning nine points in addition to two steals. Magee has been hot , having posted two or more steals the last six times he's played. Another player making a difference was Howard Newkirk, who earned eight points.
Long Beach's win ended an eight-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-5. As for Bay, they are on an eight-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-5.
Long Beach will be taking part in a tournament against D'Iberville at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Bay, they will venture away from home to take on Gautier at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday.
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