Basketball Preview: Ben Lomond Scots vs. Bonneville Lakers
Ben Lomond is on a seven-game streak of home losses also dating back to last season, Bonneville a ten-game streak of away losses also dating back to last season, but someone's luck is about to change on Friday. The Ben Lomond Scots will welcome the Bonneville Lakers at 7:00 p.m. Ben Lomond will be strutting in after a win while Bonneville will be coming in after a loss.
Having struggled with four defeats in a row dating back to last season, Ben Lomond finally turned things around against Logan on Wednesday. They came out on top against the Grizzlies by a score of 42-34. The Scots' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Payton Huff and Aleia Huff were among the main playmakers for Ben Lomond as the former went 9 for 18 en route to 22 points plus six rebounds and two steals and the latter dropped a double-double on 16 points and ten rebounds. What's more, Aleia also racked up three offensive rebounds, the most she's had since back in January.
Meanwhile, Bonneville came up short against Ogden on Wednesday and fell 50-39.
Despite the loss, Bonneville had strong showings from Baya Jimenez, who dropped a double-double on 12 points and 14 rebounds, and Stacey Tesch, who almost dropped a double-double on ten points and nine rebounds. With that strong performance, Jimenez is now averaging an impressive 8.2 rebounds per game.
Even though they lost, Bonneville smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 21 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive rebounds they've managed all season.
Ben Lomond's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Bonneville, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-4.
Rebounding is likely to be a big factor in this contest: Ben Lomond has been smashing the glass this season, having averaged 32 rebounds per game. However, it's not like Bonneville struggles in that department as they've been averaging 32.8. With both teams battling to corral missed shots, we'll see if one team can grab an edge.
Ben Lomond came up short against Bonneville in their previous meeting back in December of 2023, falling 45-33. Will Ben Lomond 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.
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