Basketball Game Preview: Elkin Buckin' Elks vs. East Wilkes Cardinals

Elkin is on a three-game streak of home losses, East Wilkes a three-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck will change on Tuesday. The Elkin Buckin' Elks will host the East Wilkes Cardinals at 6:30 p.m. Given that both suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.

Last Friday, Elkin came up short against North Stokes and fell 41-34.

Meanwhile, East Wilkes didn't have quite enough to beat Mount Airy on Friday and fell 36-33.

East Wilkes' loss dropped their record down to 6-11. As for Elkin, their defeat dropped their record down to 7-11.

Things could have been worse for Elkin, but things could have been a whole lot better as they took a 44-29 loss to East Wilkes when the teams last played back in December of 2024. Will Elkin 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.