Modesto Dominates Sacramento City, 118-78, on January 4, 2025

Modesto showcased an offensive explosion in their 118-78 victory over Sacramento City on January 4, 2025. The Pirates were unstoppable throughout the game, shooting an impressive 55.3% from the field and 44.8% from beyond the arc as they surged to a commanding win.

First Half: Modesto Establishes Early Lead
Modesto came out firing in the first half, outscoring Sacramento City 53-38. The Pirates shot 55.3% from the field in the first half, powered by Malachi Miller's 20-point performance, including 8-11 shooting from the field. Miller, along with Ylan Esso, who added 18 points, gave Modesto a potent offensive attack that the Panthers couldn't contain.

Sacramento City had a strong start, with Sidney Duplessis, Aaron Gillyard, and Tiyere Martin leading the way. Duplessis, who finished with 15 points, and Gillyard, who added 11, helped keep the Panthers within striking distance in the first quarter, but Modesto's offensive depth eventually wore them down.

Second Half: Modesto Continues to Pull Away
The Pirates extended their lead further in the second half, outscoring Sacramento City 65-40. Modesto's shooting was red-hot, as they continued to hit from all areas of the court. Daniel Huerta provided a spark off the bench, contributing 23 points on 8-14 shooting, including five three-pointers, to help secure the comfortable win.

Sacramento City struggled to find any rhythm in the second half, especially from beyond the arc, where they finished just 33.3% on 10-30 shooting. Despite a valiant effort from Duplessis and Exander Irving-Romero, who scored 11 points off the bench, Sacramento City was unable to mount a serious challenge.

Key Performances
Sacramento City:

• Sidney Duplessis: 15 points, 3 rebounds
• Aaron Gillyard: 11 points, 0 rebounds
• Exander Irving-Romero: 11 points, 0 rebounds
• Tiyere Martin: 13 points, 0 rebounds

Modesto:

• Malachi Miller: 20 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists
• Daniel Huerta: 23 points, 1 rebound
• Ylan Esso: 18 points, 9 rebounds
• Darius Smith: 14 points, 6 rebounds
• Kobe Nunes: 13 points, 0 rebounds

Team Stats
Sacramento City:

• 27-64 (42.2% FG), 10-30 (33.3% 3P), 14-21 (66.7% FT)

Modesto:

• 42-76 (55.3% FG), 13-29 (44.8% 3P), 21-26 (80.8% FT)