MiraCosta Clinches Decisive Victory Over Grossmont, 88-74
In an exciting matchup on February 16, 2024, the MiraCosta Spartans secured a commanding 88-74 victory over the Grossmont Griffins. The game, held at MiraCosta's home court, showcased the Spartans' balanced attack and strong defensive play, leading to their impressive win.
From the opening tip, MiraCosta established control, ending the first half with a solid 46-37 lead. They continued their dominance in the second half, outscoring Grossmont 42-37 to seal the win.
Leading the charge for MiraCosta was Donavan Freeman, who came off the bench to score a game-high 20 points, including four three-pointers. Freeman also contributed significantly on the boards, grabbing eight rebounds. Dylan Cabs added 15 points and four rebounds, while Ty Cox chipped in with 12 points, all from beyond the arc.
Kobe Smith and Kai Burdick were pivotal in controlling the paint for MiraCosta, each securing double-doubles. Smith recorded 11 points and 11 rebounds, while Burdick added 10 points and 11 rebounds, dominating both ends of the floor.
Grossmont's offense was led by Diego Sanchez, who scored 22 points and grabbed four rebounds. Amari Leflore and Elijah Williams added 14 and 7 points, respectively, but it was not enough to overcome the Spartans' relentless attack.
MiraCosta's efficiency was evident in their shooting percentages, hitting 50.0% from the field and 42.4% from three-point range. Their defense held Grossmont to 40.0% shooting from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, while also outrebounding the Griffins 45 to 29.
This victory improves MiraCosta's season record, showcasing their strength and depth as they continue their campaign. The Spartans will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games.
Key Stats:
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MiraCosta:
- Donavan Freeman: 20 points, 8 rebounds
- Dylan Cabs: 15 points, 4 rebounds
- Ty Cox: 12 points
- Kobe Smith: 11 points, 11 rebounds
- Kai Burdick: 10 points, 11 rebounds
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Grossmont:
- Diego Sanchez: 22 points, 4 rebounds
- Amari Leflore: 14 points
- Elijah Williams: 7 points, 7 rebounds
With a strong performance on both ends of the court, MiraCosta demonstrated their potential and readiness for the challenges ahead.