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Provo’s championship run didn’t hinge on just one or two stars. It looked more like a team that finally remembered basketball is played by five people at a time. In their 62–42 win over Hurricane, the Bulldogs showcased depth, discipline, and a suspiciously effective offense that refused to settle for bad shots. Four players scored in double digits, with Lucas Castagnetto leading the charge from long range, knocking down five three-pointers on his way to 15 points. Meanwhile, Makai Allen orchestrated everything with 17 points, nine assists, and seven rebounds, while Callen Tollestrup and Griffin DeMartini added steady support. The ball movement was crisp, the shot selection was modern and efficient, and the team shot an eye-catching 50% from beyond the arc while piling up 20 assists.
On the defensive end, Provo executed a strategy that felt almost unfair in its simplicity: limit everyone except Hurricane’s top scorer, Brigham Kemp. That plan worked, as no other Hurricane player managed more than eight points, and the Tigers struggled to find any rhythm, shooting just 33% overall and a painful 13% from three. By controlling rebounds, forcing turnovers, and contesting nearly every shot, Provo dictated the pace from start to finish. The victory not only secured the school’s 18th state title but also ended a long wait since their last championship in 2008. For a program with a rich history, this win felt less like a surprise and more like a long-overdue reminder that they still know exactly how to finish the job.
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