Preview: Red Cloud Crusaders vs. Pine Ridge Thorpes
The Red Cloud Crusaders will be playing at home against the Pine Ridge Thorpes at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the pair posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
Last Friday, Red Cloud beat Spearfish 56-45.
It was another big night for Monty Montileaux, who dropped a double-double on 21 points and ten rebounds. Another player making a difference was Caden Pourier, who scored five points along with two steals.
Meanwhile, Pine Ridge faced Vermillion in a battle between two of the state's top teams. Pine Ridge walked away with a 72-64 victory over Vermillion on Monday. The win was familiar territory for Pine Ridge who now have three in a row.
Red Cloud's victory bumped their record up to 7-4. As for Pine Ridge, their win was their fifth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 8-1.
Red Cloud couldn't quite finish off Pine Ridge in their previous matchup back in March of 2023 and fell 47-44. Will Red Cloud have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.
