Freshman helps Aliso Niguel boys basketball hold off Beckman’s late charge

IRVINE – If ever two boys basketball teams seemed to be made for each other – and the fans who watch them – it’s Aliso Niguel and Beckman. For the second time this season, the Sea View League opponents provided a nail-biter. And for the second time, Aliso was the winner — but just barely. Getting five points in the final 128 seconds from a freshman backup who was thrust into a starting role, Aliso Niguel maintained a chokehold on the league title race with a 61-60 victory at Beckman on Monday. The Wolverines improved to 18-8 overall, 6-0 in league....