Bloomington unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They lost 63-43 to the Vista del Lago Ravens on Monday. The Bruins were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Ravens apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in December of 2024.
Vista del Lago's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Jaylen Watkins led the charge by dropping a double-double with 12 points and 16 rebounds. Those 16 boards gave Watkins a new career-high. Ja'Marion Jackson was another key player, dropping a double-double with 17 points and 12 rebounds.
Bloomington wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next matchup, a 68-41 loss against Ontario on the 19th. As for Vista del Lago, they have also already played their next contest, a 59-43 win against West Valley on the 19th.
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