Mission San Jose Streak Ends — Recap and How to Watch

In a Bay Area high school boys basketball showdown that echoed from the heart of Marin County all the way to the edge of Novato, the San Marin Mustangs handed Mission San Jose a 56-46 defeat. That snapped Mission’s nine-game win streak and shook up the playoff possibilities for both teams.

The game gave San Marin a shot of late-season grit as it chases a deep postseason run. Fans across Marin County and beyond are watching closely.

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San Marin snaps Mission San Jose’s nine-game win streak, reshaping the Bay Area playoff picture

San Marin now sits at 21-13. They’re riding a late-season surge, winning seven of their last eight.

Mission San Jose drops to 22-11. That’s a tough blow for a team fighting for position in the Bay Area hoops scene—a scene that fans in Novato, San Rafael, and other Marin communities have been following since December.

With this result, the race for playoff seeding tightens up. Teams from Larkspur to Sausalito are watching the next round with a bit more anticipation.

Key performances and numbers from the Novato-area showdown

Anthony Elwell: 17 points on 5-of-7 shooting, eight rebounds, four steals. He’s had at least two steals in each of his last four games, which is pretty impressive.
Miller Morgan: 11 points and eight rebounds, giving the Mustangs a strong boost.
Mission San Jose: 46 points. The team doesn’t have any more games on the schedule right now as the postseason picture settles.

This recap uses MaxPreps data, pulling from official box scores from the Novato-area matchup and weaving into the ongoing story of Marin County prep hoops this winter.

Looking ahead: San Marin vs Sylmar and what Marin County fans should watch

San Marin faces Sylmar at 12:00 p.m. on Friday. That noon tip has fans from San Rafael to San Anselmo, and even Mill Valley, buzzing with anticipation.

Sylmar puts up points—at least 55 in each of its last 19 games. If the Mustangs want to keep their season alive, their defense can’t afford to slip for even a minute.

For Marin County spectators, this isn’t just about the final score. It’s a rare chance to see how a Northern California team matches up against a Southern California powerhouse when the pressure’s on.

Coaches and players in Corte Madera, Larkspur, and Ross are all watching closely. Everyone’s wondering how San Marin will handle Sylmar’s relentless pace.

In Sausalito and Tiburon, conversations turn to defense and rebounding. Folks debate whether the Mustangs can grab those second-chance points—because, let’s be honest, that’s usually what decides these playoff games.

People in San Rafael and Novato know this Friday could define San Marin’s season. Wins and losses in February just seem to echo through Marin County gyms, from the creaky floors at San Marin High to the county’s newer arenas.

Can San Marin keep their momentum going? Sylmar’s offense is no joke, so it’ll take focus and a real team effort.

Here is the source article for this story: Basketball Recap: Tuesday’s Loss Ends Mission San Jose’s Winning Streak + How To Watch

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