City wins their home opener 74-67 over Mission; Jones was the top scorer with 21 pts and King added 12 pts in the win
Sacramento City Holds Off Mission for 74-67 Victory
In a competitive game on November 2, 2024, Sacramento City secured a 74-67 win over Mission, improving their season record to 2-1. Despite Mission's strong second-half push, Sacramento City's solid first half and key contributions from Kamaya Jones and Kyshanti King helped them hold on for the win.
First Half: Sacramento City Dominates Early
Sacramento City came out strong in the first quarter, taking a commanding 24-11 lead. Kamaya Jones led the charge with 7 points in the opening period, showcasing her scoring ability. Madeline Young also provided a spark, grabbing 5 rebounds and contributing to the offensive flow.
Mission struggled early, shooting just 34.3% from the field in the first half (12-35). Loli Montesino kept her team in the game with 16 points and 12 rebounds, but the team's lack of perimeter shooting (1-10 from 3-point range) hindered their ability to close the gap.
Second Half: Mission Fights Back
Mission responded in the second half, especially in the third quarter, where they outscored Sacramento City 18-14. Montesino continued her strong performance, finishing with 37 points and 16 rebounds. Harmony Flowers also contributed with 19 points. Mission's defense was more effective in the second half, and their offensive rebounding (39 total rebounds) kept them competitive.
However, Sacramento City was able to hold its ground. Key performances from Kamaya Jones (21 points) and Kyshanti King (12 points) helped maintain the lead. The team's ability to hit timely shots and control the boards (38 total rebounds) played a significant role in their success. Mission's shooting struggles continued, with the team shooting just 20.8% from beyond the arc (5-24).
Final Quarter: Sacramento City Closes Out the Game
In the final quarter, Sacramento City tightened up their defense, holding Mission to just 20 points. Mission's attempts to close the deficit fell short as they struggled with turnovers (26 total) and missed free throws (14-22 for 63.6%). Despite a valiant effort from Montesino, Sacramento City's balanced offense and defensive stability in the closing minutes ensured the victory.
Key Performances
Mission: Loli Montesino was the standout, finishing with 37 points, 16 rebounds, and 5 assists. Harmony Flowers also contributed 19 points and 6 rebounds. However, Mission's overall shooting struggles (24-70, 34.3%) and inability to consistently hit from outside ultimately hurt their chances.
Sacramento City: Kamaya Jones led the team with 21 points and 3 assists, including 5 three-pointers. Kyshanti King added 12 points off the bench, while Madeline Young contributed 8 points, 11 rebounds, and 2 assists. Mission's defense couldn't quite keep pace with Sacramento City's offensive firepower, particularly from Jones and King.
Team Stats
Mission: 24-70 (34.3% FG), 5-24 (20.8% 3P), 14-22 (63.6% FT)
Sacramento City: 24-66 (36.4% FG), 12-36 (33.3% 3P), 14-20 (70.0% FT)
