Delta Rallies Strong but Falls Short in Final Seconds Against Kirtland
| Final | 1 | 2 | T |
|---|---|---|---|
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Kirtland Community College
1-5, 0-0
|
35 | 43 | 78 |
|
Delta College
5-8, 0-0
|
25 | 50 | 75 |
Team Stats
Kirtland Community College
| Game Statistics | Kirtland Community College | Delta College |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (29-68) | (30-73) |
| Field Goal % | 42.6% | 41.1% |
| Rebounds | 40 | 38 |
| Assists | 4 | 14 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 14 |
| Pts off Turnovers | 11 | 10 |
| 2nd Chance Pts | 10 | 7 |
| Pts in the Paint | 28 | 40 |
| Fastbreak Pts | 0 | 0 |
| Bench Pts | 34 | 20 |
Pioneer Gym, January 11, 2025 – A spirited comeback effort by Delta College fell just short as Kirtland Community College held on for a nail-biting 78-75 victory in a tightly contested men's basketball matchup.
Delta College trailed 35-25 at halftime but mounted a strong second-half rally, outscoring Kirtland 50-43 behind clutch performances from Evan Booker and Jaylen Carthan. Booker poured in 21 points, including a perfect 4-for-5 from the free-throw line, while Carthan contributed 16 points and 4 assists, keeping Delta within striking distance until the final buzzer.
Despite their efforts, Delta struggled to contain Kirtland's perimeter shooting and second-chance opportunities, as Kirtland's balanced attack and dominance on the boards (40-38) proved too much to overcome.
Game Highlights:
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Kirtland Community College: 42.6% FG, 51.9% 3PT, 66.7% FT, 40 REB, 9 STL
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Delta College: 41.1% FG, 40.9% 3PT, 75% FT, 38 REB, 11 STL
This closely contested matchup showcased both teams' resilience and skill, thrilling the crowd at Pioneer Gym. Delta College will look to rebound in their next game, determined to turn their hard-fought lessons into a victory.
