The Carrizozo Grizzlies's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Thursday after their third straight loss. They were outmatched by Pine Hill at home and fell 80-31. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat Carrizozo has suffered since November 30, 2023.
Pine Hill got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Channing James out in front who scored 18 points along with six rebounds and six steals. James has been hot recently, having posted two or more steals the last three times he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Brett Baker, who scored 16 points along with seven rebounds and four steals.
Carrizozo has traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost six of their last seven matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-10 record this season. As for Pine Hill, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 8-7.
Carrizozo won't have much time to rest: their next game is against Cliff at 6:30 p.m. on January 19th. Cliff will be looking to keep their six-game home win streak alive. Pine Hill won't have much time to rest: their next game is against Maxwell at 3:30 p.m. on January 19th.
