Ben McBride and Lionel Salazar face off to start the conference game played Saturday evening in Griffith Gymnasium. The teams were evenly matched with the lead changing several times. Either team could have won the contest, but the Tigers pulled ahead at the end to win 48-44. Photo by Nate  Limback/ladailypost.com

Samuel Carmer blocks a shot attempt by Roberto Trujillo in the second period. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Ben McBride and Niko Garcia pressure Mario Rodriguez as he attempts to bring the ball down court. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

Ethan Mondragon is blocked by Mateo Salazar as he attempts to work the ball down court. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

The Topper Pep Band was on hand to add to the excitement under the direction of Band Director Deanna Teague. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com