The Poplar Bluff Mules nipped the visiting Dexter Bearcats basketball squad by a final score of 43-38 in Wednesday's non-league outing.

Next, the Mules clash with the New Madrid County Central Eagles (New Madrid, MO) in a non-league outing, on Friday, December 13. Poplar Bluff will attempt to upgrade on its 2-2 season record. The Eagles enter the outing with a 1-5 record after their 64-48 non-league win over Kennett (Kennett, MO).

The Bearcats (3-2) will now prepare for their outing against Richland (Essex, MO). The Rebels enter the non-league outing with a 3-2 record.