In Thursday's league match, the host Minooka Indians basketball team scored a tight 55-51 triumph over the Joliet Central Steelmen.

In their next game, the Indians meet the Hinsdale South Hornets (Darien, IL) in a non-league match, on Saturday, January 6. Minooka will attempt to move on its 8-9 season record. The Hornets enter the match with a 15-4 record after their 40-29 league win over Addison Trail (Addison, IL).

With the defeat, Joliet Central moves to 4-11 on the year. The Steelmen travel to Lockport (Lockport, IL) to meet the Porters in a non-league match on Saturday, January 6. The Porters enter the match with a record of 9-11. Lockport lost 67-44 in their recent league match against Homewood-Flossmoor (Flossmoor, IL)