An inglorious beginning witnessed Palmer (19-9, 2-4) fall behind first-place Malakoff (16-6, 6-0), 25-8, in the third quarter before mounting a comeback that fell just short in a 32-29 setback.
The Tigers turned a handful of steals against the Lady Bulldogs backcourt into layups while building a 20-7 lead at the break. Neither team shot well, Malakoff connected on 27 percent, while Palmer was at 22…
