Malvern Mavericks did the double over Worcester Cyclones

Having fallen to a 95-50 defeat in the reverse fixture two weeks ago, it promised to be a red-hot game as Malvern looked to further their dominance, and Cyclones felt they had something to prove. 

Cyclones came out firing, and won a penalty on their first possession of the match. They were successful in one of their attempts from the free-throw line, taking a one-point lead. 

This would be the only instance throughout the game where Worcester were ahead. 

An even first quarter between the two sides, saw the score line stand at 14-points a piece going into the break. 

A similar narrative in the second half, where the game remained tight, saw Mavericks go ahead - albeit with a slim lead of 30-25. 

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The halftime team talk seemed to reinvigorate both teams, and the tempo undoubtedly picked up going into the second half. 

Quick attacking play was met with strong defending on both ends of the court, and the scores were kept low. Mavericks outscored Cyclones three to one in the third quarter, sending the sides into the final period at 48-31. 

Cyclones continued to fight hard throughout the final period, desperate to get back into the match. 

However, their all-out attacking play saw mistakes creep into their game, and Malvern were able to shut them out, to run home with a score of 63-40. 

The result sees Cyclones sat seventh in the Gloucestershire Basketball Association Division One table. 

A tough match awaits Cyclones, as they face off with undefeated, first-placed Worcester Bears next time out.