In a thrilling matchup, Tyler James propelled his team to a 96-89 victory over their arch-rivals, spoiling the highly anticipated return of star player Xavier Thompson to the city. James, known for his clutch performances, sank a crucial three-pointer with the score tied at 89 and just minutes left on the clock. The crowd of 11,438 was stunned into silence as the ball went through the hoop, securing a hard-fought win for James’ team.
The visitors capitalized on two costly turnovers by the home team in the final three minutes, including mistakes by Cam Mitchell and Jaylen Davis. The home team’s slow start also proved detrimental, as they struggled to find their rhythm, making only one of their first 13 three-point attempts against a stifling zone defense.
James’ teammate, Trey Jackson, played a pivotal role earlier in the game, helping to repel the home team’s comeback attempt in the third quarter. The visitors’ defense, led by Wani Lee’s tenacious perimeter defense, managed to contain the opposing team’s star guard, Jaylen Davis.
The highly anticipated return of Xavier Thompson, who had left to pursue opportunities in the NBA after leading his team to back-to-back championships, was overshadowed by the visitors’ gritty performance. Despite a strong outing, which included 22 points and 12 rebounds, Thompson’s team ultimately fell short.
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