IRVINE, Calif. (Interstat) — The Irvine Valley Lasers defeated the San Diego Miramar Jets 56-51 in a men’s junior college basketball game Saturday.

Irvine Valley improved to 8-3 overall, while San Diego Miramar fell to 4-6.

The Jets led 22-17 after a first quarter where both teams struggled from the floor. The Lasers rallied in the second quarter to secure the narrow victory. Christian Washington led San Diego Miramar with eight points. Ahmad Alhammouri paced Irvine Valley with seven points and five rebounds.

Both teams combined to shoot just 8 for 39 from the field. Irvine Valley held a 21-18 rebounding advantage in the California Community College Athletic Association contest.