NCS basketball playoffs: The best of Tuesday’s opening round

The first round of the North Coast Section boys and girls basketball playoffs started Tuesday night with games in Divisions I, III and V.

There were thrilling finishes, a handful of upsets and results that set the stage for more drama when the quarterfinals are played Friday.

Here is the best of Tuesday’s action:

GAMES OF THE NIGHT

Boys

Livermore wins OT thriller over California: Livermore’s magic carpet ride of a season will continue for at least one more game.