Orestimba was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They took a hard 64-48 fall against the Escalon Cougars. That's two games in a row now that the Warriors have lost by exactly 16 points.

Devon Bell
02/14/25 @ Escalon | 5 |
02/12/25 @ Ripon Christian | 3 |
02/08/25 vs Livingston | 3 |
02/07/25 @ Hughson | 4 |
02/06/25 vs Hilmar | 4 |
+ 14 more games |
When it comes to explaining why Orestimba lost, don't look at Devon Bell. Despite the final result, he dropped a double-double with 13 points and 14 boards. What's more, Bell also posted five steals, the most he's had since back in December of 2024. Jacob Valenzuela was another key player, putting up nine points in addition to six rebounds and five assists.
Orestimba's defeat dropped their record down to 8-20. As for Escalon, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five contests, which provided a nice bump to their 17-11 record this season.
Orestimba does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Escalon, they will square off against Colfax at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Colfax will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Escalon surely won't give up without a fight.
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