Recap
Chandler, AZ — In a playoff showdown Friday night, Tucson High Magnet School walked into enemy territory and walked out with a statement.
The Badgers squared off with Chandler and delivered a dominant 67-54 victory, sending the Wolves home with a reminder of 2022 . Tucson flipped the script and flipped it with authority.
This wasn’t just a win. It was a complete team performance.
Tavion Okougbo ran the show, shooting an electric 67% from the field while dropping 17 points, dishing out eight assists, and swiping three steals. He controlled the tempo, created opportunities, and made every possession count — his highest assist total since November 2025.
And when it was time to score? Patrick Flores stepped up in a big way, pouring in 18 points and grabbing five boards. Every time Tucson needed a bucket, he answered.
Chandler came in riding a six-game home win streak. Tucson ended it.
Now the Badgers are surging — winners of 10 of their last 11 — and sitting at 20-7 with serious momentum heading into the next round.
Up next: Perry on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. The Pumas can score, but Tucson is locked in, balanced, and battle-tested.
This is playoff basketball.
This is momentum.
This is Tucson High.

