Jakoi Lide Leads Tacoma in Close Loss to Everett

EVERETT, Wash. — Tacoma fell to Everett 79-69 on Friday night, with Tacoma's record moving to 2-4. This game marked the first in the 3-game Crossover tournament, setting the stage for an exciting series of matchups. Tacoma's efforts included 10 steals, although they were unable to overcome Everett's 21-point lead established during the second half.

The game commenced with Bubba Palacol of Everett scoring the first points on a layup and free throw, establishing an early 3-0 advantage. Tacoma's Jakoi Lide responded with a steal and layup to narrow the gap to 3-2. As the half progressed, Everett extended its lead significantly, reaching a 15-point margin at the 5:07 mark, highlighted by Ro'Darius Bryant's layup. Tacoma's late efforts, including a three-pointer from Pawlose Aschalew at 1:09, cut into the deficit, but Everett maintained control, closing the first half with a 40-27 lead, capped by Darious Turner's last-second layup.

Everett extended its lead early in the second half with a 21-point advantage, highlighted by a three-pointer from Clayton Olstad at the 12:09 mark. TCC's Lide responded with a series of shots, including a three-pointer with 18 seconds left to narrow the gap to eight points. Despite Tacoma outscoring Everett 42-39 in the half, Everett maintained control with key plays, such as Noah Parker's three-pointer at 4:24. Bubba Palacol secured the win for Everett by converting two free throws with 23 seconds remaining for a final score of 79-69.

Tacoma Top Performers

Jakoi Lide
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- 23 points
- 5 three-pointers made
- 8 assists
- 4 rebounds

Pawlose Aschalew
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- 11 points
- 3 three-pointers made
- 2 blocks

Samuel Taylor
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- 9 points
- 4 rebounds
- 1 steal

Donovan Gill
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- 9 points
- 4 assists
- 1 steal

Tacoma stands at 2-3 overall following their recent game against Everett. Everett holds a 3-6 overall record after their victory over Tacoma.

Go Titans!