BBK: Nick Busch’s 27 points lead Bishop over Malibu

Nick Busch poured in 27 points, and Bishop Diego’s defense held Malibu to nine points in the third quarter and pulled away to a 61-51 win in a Tri-Valley League basketball game on Friday.

“We had a great defensive effort in the third quarter and went up 41-34,” said Bishop Diego coach Dean Prophet.

Grant Sexton scored 14 points and Peter Kwock added 13 for the Cardinals, who improve to 6-3 in league and 15-9 overall.

Bishop completes TVL play Wednesday at home against Oaks Christian.