The Saskatoon Mamba are on a roll, securing their second consecutive victory in Canadian Elite Basketball League action. The team, now holding a 4-5 record, narrowly defeated the Ottawa BlackJacks 96-94 on Monday at Merlis Belsher Place.
Key Performances
Guard Tevian Jones led the Mamba with a team-high 16 points, while Jaden Bediako contributed a double-double with 13 points and 12 rebounds. The win came after a thrilling fourth-quarter comeback on Wednesday, where the Mamba beat the Calgary Surge 94-88 on the road.
In that game, captain Tavian Dunn-Martin recorded a game-high 28 points, including six three-pointers, and dished out 10 assists.
Upcoming Game
The Mamba will look to extend their streak when they face the Niagara River Lions on Friday.
Berries Mixed Week
The Saskatoon Berries experienced a rollercoaster week in Western Canadian Baseball League action. At home, they posted two wins: a 10-9 victory over the Regina Red Sox on Saturday and a 9-5 win against the Swift Current 57s on Sunday. However, earlier in the week, the Berries suffered back-to-back losses on the road, falling 7-5 to the Moose Jaw Miller Express on Friday and 8-6 to the Red Sox on Thursday. The week started positively with a 6-1 home win over the Medicine Hat Mavericks on Tuesday. A Wednesday game against the Mavericks was rained out and rescheduled for July 27. The Berries now hold a 10-4 record, placing them atop the East Division standings.
