The Alton Redbirds tipped the host Granite City Warriors basketball team by a final score of 45-42 in Friday's non-league game.

In their next game, the Redbirds face the Belleville East Lancers (Belleville, IL) in a Southwestern game, on Saturday, February 3. Alton will attempt to move on its 15-10 season record. The Lancers enter the game with a 17-9 record after their 45-44 league win over Edwardsville (Edwardsville, IL).

With the defeat, Granite City moves to 13-12 on the year. The Warriors host Hallsville (Hallsville, MO) to face the Indians in a non-league game on Saturday, February 3. The Indians enter the game with a record of 14-4. Hallsville lost 71-56 in their recent non-league game against Capital City (Jefferson City, MO)