The Diamond Bar Brahmas continued their winning streak, kicking off The Classic at Damien Tournament with a thrilling 65-59 victory over the Rialto Knights. Playing in the Copper Division, the Brahmas showcased their resilience and determination in a game filled with momentum swings at San Dimas High School, one of 10 venues hosting the tournament.

Fast Start but Tight Battle

Diamond Bar started strong, jumping to a 22-13 lead by the end of the first quarter. However, Rialto fought back, tying the game 31-31 at halftime. The Knights carried that momentum into the third quarter, outscoring the Brahmas to take a 49-45 lead. But in true comeback fashion, Diamond Bar dominated the final period, securing a hard-fought 65-59 win.

Key Performers

Tyler West and Max Gao were unstoppable for the Brahmas. West scored  25 points and grabbed two rebounds. Gao scored 22 points with nine rebounds. Their clutch shooting and offensive prowess were instrumental in the victory. Ayden Ellis contributed 4 points, three assists, and four rebounds, while Jedi Chow added 4 points, six assists, and five rebounds, orchestrating the Brahmas offense. Reed Bevans, Zakii Coleman, and Ezekiel Alegado each added critical points to seal the win.

By the Numbers

  • Turnovers: Diamond Bar (11), Rialto (13)
  • Three-Pointers: Diamond Bar (7/23), Rialto (7/24)
  • Free Throws: Diamond Bar (10/15), Rialto (6/10)
  • Rebounds: Diamond Bar (31), Rialto (21, including 10 offensive rebounds)
  • Points in the Paint: Rialto (22)

Diamond Bar’s dominance on the boards, particularly their 31 total rebounds, proved pivotal in overcoming Rialto’s strong inside scoring and offensive rebounding.

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