MERCED, Calif. (Interstat) — Merced defeated visiting Redwoods 73-70 on Wednesday in a men’s junior college basketball game. The Blue Devils improved to 2-1 this season, while the Corsairs fell to 1-3. Redwoods, the visiting team, scored 70 points, and Merced, the home team, finished with 73. Merced entered the matchup after a loss at Las Positas and a home win over Skyline. Redwoods entered after a loss at Sequoias, a win at Cuesta and a home loss to Cabrillo. The Blue Devils held off the Corsairs late, securing the win with a narrow finish. Merced’s late execution helped it close out the home victory. The Blue Devils are next scheduled to play at San Jose, while the Corsairs are set to host West Valley. The Corsairs and Blue Devils will each return to action in their next scheduled games. Both teams will seek to improve their early-season form as the schedule continues.