Manual suffered their biggest defeat since February 24, 2024 on Tuesday. They were outmatched by the DSST: Green Valley Ranch Raptors and fell 71-41. The Thunderbolts were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Raptors apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in January of 2024.
It was another big night for Tong Bot, who went 5 for 7 on his way to 13 points in addition to six steals and five rebounds for DSST: Green Valley Ranch. What's more, Bot also racked up four assists, the most he's had since back in January of 2024. Skyyaire Russell was another key player, going 6 of 11 en route to 17 points and three steals.
Manual's defeat was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 9-6. As for DSST: Green Valley Ranch, the win (which was their ninth in a row) raised their record to 11-5.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Manual will challenge Lincoln at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for DSST: Green Valley Ranch, they will square off against Rocky Mountain Prep SMART at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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