Preview: Morristown Yellow Jackets vs. Providence Cristo Rey Wolves
Morristown is on a three-game streak of home losses, Providence Cristo Rey a six-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck is about to change. The Morristown Yellow Jackets will take on the Providence Cristo Rey Wolves at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Both teams took a loss in their last game, so they'll have plenty of motivation to get the 'W'.
Morristown struggled with assists on Friday (Eastern Hancock had 11 more) and sadly the final score reflected it. Morristown had to suffer through a rough 67-36 loss at the hands of Eastern Hancock. While losing is never fun, Morristown can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Indiana basketball rankings (they are ranked 418th, while Eastern Hancock is ranked 200th).
Despite their loss, Morristown saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Brayden Keithley, who scored nine points along with two blocks, was perhaps the best of all. William Snyder was another key contributor, scoring seven points.
Morristown used a slightly different lineup for their bout with Eastern Hancock. And. Snyder made the most of the opportunity, scoring seven points. A few more games like that and he might be seeing even more time going forward.
Morristown struggled to get the ball back on offense and finished the game with only an offensive rebound. That's the fewest offensive rebounds they've managed all season.
Meanwhile, Providence Cristo Rey came up short against Medora on Friday and fell 53-40.
Morristown has traveled a rocky road recently having lost eight of their last nine matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-16 record this season. As for Providence Cristo Rey, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-17.
Morristown came up short against Providence Cristo Rey when the teams last played back in February of 2023, falling 57-51. Will Morristown have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
