Independence lost against Bakersfield Christian back in February of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. The Independence Falcons lost 66-44 to the Bakersfield Christian Eagles. While losing is never fun, the Falcons can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California basketball rankings (they are ranked 448th, while the Eagles are ranked 130th).
Despite the defeat, Independence had strong showings from Sammy Grady, who posted eight points and five boards, and Davian Leon, who earned ten points.
Independence's loss was their first in the league, dropping their league record down to 2-1 and their overall record down to 13-8. As for Bakersfield Christian, their win was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 15-7.
Independence wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next game, a 59-45 defeat against Bakersfield on the 23rd. As for Bakersfield Christian, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next matchup, a 62-47 victory against Garces Memorial on the 23rd.
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