Milby was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their seventh straight defeat. They were four points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 75-71 heartbreaker at the hands of the Waltrip Rams. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Buffs this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 78-49 back in January.
Delani Pestaina
| 02/08/25 @ Waltrip | 8 |
| 02/04/25 @ Spring Woods | 3 |
| 01/27/25 @ Sterling | 4 |
| 01/25/25 @ Austin | 1 |
| 01/25/25 vs Madison | 7 |
| + 16 more games |
Milby's loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Delani Pestaina, who posted 19 points in addition to eight rebounds and three steals. That's the most boards Pestaina has posted since back in November of 2024. Another player making a difference was Albert Sample III, who earned 19 points and three steals.
Milby's defeat dropped their record down to 6-21. As for Waltrip, their win bumped their record up to 15-11.
Looking ahead, Milby will look to defend their home court on Wednesday against Sharpstown at 6:00 p.m. As for Waltrip, they will head out to take on Spring Woods at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Waltrip knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 55 points or more in their past five matches -- so hopefully Spring Woods likes a good challenge.
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