The Glendora Tartans hosted the Walnut Mustangs in a highly anticipated Palomares League boys’ basketball matchup on Friday night, as both teams entered the game undefeated in league play. With first place in the league standings on the line, the game lived up to expectations, culminating in an intense overtime finish.

First Half Recap

Walnut opened the game with a strong first quarter, outscoring Glendora 21-14. The Mustangs maintained their edge in the second quarter, heading into halftime with a 38-30 lead. Kiko Guevara led Walnut’s offense in the first half, hitting multiple three-pointers, while Glendora’s Colton Gray kept his team competitive with consistent scoring efforts.

Second Half Comeback

The Tartans narrowed the gap in the third quarter, cutting Walnut’s lead to 50-45 by the end of the period. Momentum shifted in the fourth quarter as Glendora’s offense found its rhythm. Strong ball movement and key defensive stops allowed the Tartans to erase Walnut’s lead. With time winding down in regulation, Glendora tied the game at 62-62, forcing an overtime period—Walnut’s second consecutive overtime game following their double-overtime victory against Diamond Bar earlier in the week.

Overtime and Final Outcome

In overtime, Glendora capitalized on its fourth-quarter momentum. Colton Gray continued his standout performance, scoring critical points that helped the Tartans stay ahead. Walnut fought hard to regain control, but Glendora held on for a 71-66 victory, extending their winning streak to 18 games and securing sole possession of first place in the Palomares League.

Player Highlights

For Glendora, Colton Gray delivered a commanding performance, leading all scorers with 28 points. Max Hilgenfeldt added 18 points, while Vincent Montalbo contributed 11. Tanner Grable chipped in 9 points, with CJ Murray and Moshe Loucks adding 3 and 2 points, respectively.

Walnut’s Kiko Guevara led his team with 17 points, highlighted by five three-pointers. Myles Wainwright added 15 points, and Nathan Ye contributed 11. Kareem Abdul-Haqq and Jacob Ventura each scored 5 points, while Jeremiah Vasquez and Zayn Karim rounded out the scoring with 3 and 2 points, respectively.

Looking Ahead

The win solidifies Glendora’s position at the top of the Palomares League standings with a perfect 5-0 record. Walnut, now 4-1 in league play, will look to regroup as they prepare for the second half of the season. These two teams are set to meet again later in the season, and if Friday’s game is any indication, the rematch promises to be another exciting contest.

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Game Photos

Photos taken by Steven Park