In Thursday's non-league match, the host Monticello Magic basketball team scored a good 62-47 triumph over the Willmar Cardinals.

In their next game, the Magic meet the St. Francis Fighting Saints (St. Francis, MN) in a AAA Section 5 match, on Friday, February 16. Monticello will attempt to move on its 20-3 season record. The Fighting Saints enter the match with a 9-13 record after their 56-48 league loss to Big Lake (Big Lake, MN).

With the defeat, Willmar moves to 18-15 on the year. The Cardinals host Fergus Falls (Fergus Falls, MN) to meet the Otters in a AAA Section 8 match on Saturday, February 17. The Otters enter the match with a record of 15-8. Fergus Falls won 46-42 in their recent league match against Rocori (Cold Spring, MN)