URGENT UPDATE: The stage is set for an electrifying showdown as the San Pedro and Narbonne boys basketball teams enter the L.A. City Section Open Division playoffs this week. San Pedro (22-6), crowned the Marine League champion, will face off against the No. 4 seed, George Washington Prep, on Wednesday, February 21, at 7 p.m. This highly anticipated rematch follows their last encounter in the 2024 Division I final, where the Generals narrowly triumphed 64-56 in overtime.
Meanwhile, the Narbonne Gauchos (16-12), who finished second in the Marine League, will also hit the court against the No. 2 seed, Cleveland, the West Valley League champion. This matchup promises to be a fierce contest as both teams strive for playoff glory.
The stakes are high, with the top seed, Palisades, set to host No. 8 El Camino Real, while Birmingham, the third seed, will take on No. 6 Fairfax. The playoffs continue with semifinals on February 27 and conclude with the finals on February 27, making this an essential time for fans and players alike.
In addition, the Division I playoffs feature Westchester (6-14), seeded 11th, going against No. 6 Poly at 4 p.m. on Wednesday. The Colts of Carson (8-19) are positioned as the No. 6 seed in Division II and will host No. 11 LACES, a rematch of their earlier season opening where Carson won decisively 60-40.
Further down the bracket, Banning (11-17) is the No. 16 seed in Division III and will visit top-seeded Robert F. Kennedy Community at 4 p.m. on Wednesday. In Division IV, the Gardena Panthers (8-20) secured the No. 4 seed and will host either University Prep Value or USC-MAE in the second round on Friday.
Fans are eager to see how these intense matchups unfold. With teams pushing for victory and the stakes at an all-time high, this playoff season promises to deliver unforgettable moments.
Stay tuned for live updates and results as these high school athletes vie for championship glory!
