Heavener easily dispatched Bokoshe on Monday, but unfortunately both the margin and the ultimate result were a different story in this one. The Wolves fell just short of the Talihina Golden Tigers by a score of 46-43 on Tuesday. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Golden Tigers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 42-38 last Tuesday.
Leading Talihina to victory were Raelea Johnson and Abigail James. Johnson posted 15 points and three steals, while James scored eight points in addition to six boards and three steals. James has become a key player for the Golden Tigers: the team is undefeated when she posts at least three steals, but 5-6 otherwise. Brooke Whiteeagle was another key player, putting up six points and six rebounds.
Heavener's loss dropped their record down to 7-9. As for Talihina, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five games. That's provided a nice bump to their 8-6 record this season.
Heavener will head out on the road to face off against Pocola at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Talihina, they will be taking part in a tournament against Howe at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Golden Tigers will need to watch out since the Lions have now posted at least 55 points in their last five matchups.
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