Raiders Offense Unable to Keep Up With Gators
| Final | 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Green River (17-2, 4-0) | 30 | 35 | 65 |
|
Pierce (3-14, 0-4) | 23 | 29 | 52 |
The Pierce College Raiders men's basketball team came up short against the Green River Gators, falling 65-52 in a hard-fought contest. Despite solid performances on offense and defense, the Raiders struggled to keep pace with the defending 2024 NWAC Champions.
Jaydon Mitchell led the Raiders with 16 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists, showing his all-around play. Hanamichi Matsuzaki chipped in with 14 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 steals, while Mande Wanlemvo contributed 11 points, 9 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1 block, just missing a double-double.
The Raiders fought hard, but Green River’s consistent scoring and defensive pressure in the second half helped seal the victory. Pierce will look to bounce back as they continue their season, aiming to build off the positive contributions from their key players.
