The Santa Cruz Warriors faced a hard-fought 128-126 loss against the Rip City Remix on Tuesday at the Chiles Center in Portland, Oregon, in NBA G League play. Despite impressive double-doubles from center Charles Bassey and guard Deivon Smith, the Warriors were unable to maintain a late lead as the Remix secured victory with a timely three-pointer in the final minutes.
Charles Bassey led the Warriors with 24 points and 10 rebounds, while Deivon Smith contributed 20 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists. The game remained tightly contested until forward Jayson Kent nailed a critical 3-pointer with 2:01 remaining, putting Rip City ahead for good.
Key Performances Highlight the Game
Santa Cruz’s guard Chance McMillan added a strong all-around performance with 18 points, nine assists, and six rebounds. Forward Jack Clark delivered 16 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists, while center Marques Bolden also scored 16 points. Off the bench, guard Desmond Cambridge Jr. contributed 17 points, keeping the Warriors competitive throughout.
The Rip City Remix displayed sharp shooting, connecting on 21 three-pointers and compiling 30 assists. Two-way guard Caleb Love was the top scorer with 27 points and eight assists. Coming off the bench, forward/center Alex Reese added 25 points, and forward Alex Carr scored 20 points along with eight rebounds. Guard Jaylen Martin contributed 16 points, six rebounds, and six assists, while Cameron Parker recorded a double-double with 12 points and 10 assists.
Upcoming Matchup for Santa Cruz Warriors
The Warriors will prepare to host the San Diego Clippers at KP Arena on Friday at 7 p.m. Both teams are closely matched in the standings as Santa Cruz enters with an 11-10 record, while San Diego holds a 12-13 record in the NBA G League.
Local Surfing Talent Shines at BTMI Barbados Surf Pro
Santa Cruz’s own Adam Bartlett advanced from his opening heat on Tuesday at the World Surf League’s BTMI Barbados Surf Pro, a major 6,000-point Qualifying Series event determining who advances to next season’s Challenger Series. Bartlett, ranked No. 83 on the North America Men’s QS Rankings for 2025-26, placed second in Heat 1 of the Round of 96 with a two-wave score of 14.17.
He finished behind heat winner Alan Cleland of Mexico, who scored 16.37 in 1- to 4-foot ocean conditions, and ahead of Teddy Wittemann and Owen Carter. Bartlett’s next challenge is Heat 2 in the Round of 64. Additionally, fellow Santa Cruz surfer John Mel, ranked No. 8, is set to begin competition in Heat 5. The event’s competition window runs through Sunday.
UC Santa Cruz Basketball Season Ends with Loss to Mary Washington
Senior center and forward Joseph Espy led the UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs with 13 points and six rebounds in their 76-52 home loss to the No. 7 nationally ranked Mary Washington Eagles at KP Arena on Tuesday. The Banana Slugs trailed 45-26 at halftime and struggled with 20 turnovers throughout the game.
Sophomore guard Ollie Miller and senior forward Leo Wagner both added nine points, while senior wing Caden Breznikar recorded eight points and five rebounds but committed six turnovers. On the opposing side, sophomore guard Kye Robinson dominated with 21 points and 10 rebounds, supported by Ulysses Young’s 20 points.
Coast-To-Coast Conference Tournament Set to Start at UCSC
UC Santa Cruz will host the Coast–To-Coast Athletic Conference Tournament from Thursday to Saturday, where the winner gains automatic entry to the NCAA Division III Tournament. The No. 5 seed Warren Wilson team meets No. 4 Salisbury in the quarterfinals at KP Arena on Thursday at 3 p.m.
The semifinals, scheduled for Friday at UCSC’s West Field House, will feature the winner of Warren Wilson and Salisbury facing top-seeded Mary Washington at 3 p.m., and UCSC, seeded third, playing against No. 2 Christopher Newport at 6 p.m. The tournament culminates in the championship game on Saturday at KP Arena at 5 p.m.
Local High School Sports Results and Updates
The Harbor Pirates commenced their volleyball season with a solid 3-0 sweep over Salinas on Tuesday, winning sets 25-14, 25-22, and 25-11. Harbor will host Aptos on Wednesday at 7 p.m.
In baseball, the Santa Cruz Cardinals defeated Pajaro Valley 15-9 in a nonleague matchup on Tuesday. Player Ellia Dunton performed well with three hits, including a double, two RBIs, and four runs scored. Tezdyn Medina-Mates contributed a double, a triple, two RBIs, and also scored four runs. Rona Lewis added two hits, including a double, two RBIs, and one run. For Pajaro Valley, Virginia Escobar hit a home run, had two hits, three RBIs, and scored three runs. Pajaro Valley travels to King City on Wednesday at 3:30 p.m., while Santa Cruz will host Carmel on Friday at 4 p.m.
Cabrillo College secured a narrow 6-5 nonconference baseball victory over Fresno City on Tuesday at Monterey Peninsula College. The Seahawks will play a doubleheader at Reedley on Wednesday, with games at noon and 2 p.m.
At Soledad, Watsonville‘s baseball team was shut out 14-0 in a nonleague game shortened to four innings on Tuesday. Pitcher Ethan Sanchez threw four perfect innings and struck out seven batters. Watsonville hosts Castro Valley on Friday at 6 p.m.
Encouragement for Local Coaches to Share Game Highlights
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Significance and What Lies Ahead
The Santa Cruz Warriors’ narrow loss highlights the highly competitive nature of the NBA G League season and underscores the importance of clutch plays in deciding outcomes. With the Warriors poised to face the San Diego Clippers in an upcoming home game, expectations are high for a rebound performance. Meanwhile, local athletes like Adam Bartlett continue to represent Santa Cruz on larger stages such as the World Surf League, promoting the region’s athletic talent.
The conclusion of the UC Santa Cruz basketball regular season transitions into a pivotal conference tournament that offers a pathway to the NCAA Division III Tournament, intensifying the stakes for local college athletes. Meanwhile, high school teams across Santa Cruz County build momentum in their early season contests, setting the tone for competitive seasons ahead.
