Harvard-Westlake, ranked No. 1 in California, faced a tough challenge from Sherman Oaks Notre Dame in the Mission League championship, ultimately winning 67-64. Despite leading by 15 points at halftime, the Wolverines found themselves pushed back as Notre Dame fought hard and took a brief lead late in the game. Key performances came from Nikolas Khamenia, who scored 24 points, and Joe Sterling, who added 20. The game showcased intense competition and highlighted the resilience of both teams, as they prepare for upcoming playoff matchups.
"Too many small mistakes down the stretch," Khamenia said. "I had to make that shot. I had to continue fighting. I owed that to my team."
"We're tough," Notre Dame coach Matt Sargeant said. "We're resilient. We don't quit."
"It's one of the best leagues around," Harvard-Westlake coach David Rebibo said. "Notre Dame is arguably one of the best teams in California."
Harvard-Westlake's Joe Sterling and Nikolas Khamenia made free throws under pressure, and the Wolverines prevailed 67-64 for their seventh consecutive league title.
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