Desert Palms @ Copper King

Boys' State Tournament

The DP Boys' Basketball team played their first game in the state tournament Friday night. DP charged off to a 16-4 lead at the end of the first quarter. Michael Gallardo scored several lay-ups and jumpers to lead DP against Copper King. The Boys out rebounded their opponent forcing Copper King to push their shots and miss wide. As the game progressed, DP pulled away and quickly emptied the bench, getting everyone in the mix.

Efrain Garcia scored six points, but clearly out rebounded his man and hustled for every loose ball. He earned MVP of the game with his intensity and high energy.

Desert Palms was led by Michael Gallardo and Michael Reed with 8 points each. Efrain and Isaiah Lewis added 6 points each as well with Elija Cox scoring 4.

Final Score:

Desert Palms 37 Copper King 13

Next up:

Desert Palms plays Saturday at 1pm.

Adults are $3 and students are $2 each.

The state tournament is at Isaac Middle school located at 35th avenue and McDowell rd.