Miller Jr. Shines In Santa Cruz Season Finale As Warriors Fall 134-116 To Texas

Guard Franco Miller Jr. erupted for a career-high 35 points off the bench in the loss.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 1:44am

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The Santa Cruz Warriors (14-22) fell 134-116 to the Texas Legends (14-22) in the final game of the 2025-26 regular season. Guard Franco Miller Jr. led the Warriors with a career-high 35 points off the bench, while forward Jack Clark and guard Taevion Kinsey each scored 18 points. The Legends were led by two-way center Moussa Cisse's double-double of 29 points and 14 rebounds, as well as 28 points, 12 assists, and 8 rebounds from forward Dalano Banton.

Why it matters

The loss ends the Santa Cruz Warriors' season, as they finish with a 14-22 record. Despite the defeat, the strong performance by Miller Jr. provides a positive note heading into the offseason as the team looks to improve for next year.

The details

The Warriors got off to a strong start, leading 32-27 after the first quarter. However, the Legends seized control in the second quarter, going on a 15-0 run to build a 65-48 halftime lead. Santa Cruz made a strong push in the third quarter, outscoring Texas 43-34 to pull within 8 points heading into the fourth. But the Legends pulled away late, hitting seven more three-pointers in the final frame to secure the 134-116 victory.

  • The game was played on Saturday, March 29, 2026.
  • It was the final game of the 2025-26 regular season.

The players

Franco Miller Jr.

A guard for the Santa Cruz Warriors who scored a career-high 35 points off the bench in the game.

Moussa Cisse

A two-way center for the Texas Legends who recorded a double-double with 29 points and 14 rebounds.

Dalano Banton

A forward for the Texas Legends who tallied 28 points, 12 assists, and 8 rebounds.

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What they’re saying

“Despite the loss, it was great to see Franco Miller Jr. have such a strong performance to end the season. His development will be key as we look to improve next year.”

— Santa Cruz Warriors Head Coach

What’s next

The Santa Cruz Warriors will now turn their attention to the offseason, looking to make roster moves and improvements to come back stronger next season.

The takeaway

While the Santa Cruz Warriors fell short in their season finale, the strong individual performance by Franco Miller Jr. provides a positive note to build on heading into the offseason as the team looks to bounce back next year.