Basketball Preview: Bunn Wildcats vs. Franklinton Red Rams
The Bunn Wildcats will head out to challenge the Franklinton Red Rams at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Hopefully Bunn focused on turnovers this week as the team gave up 11 on Tuesday.
Last Tuesday, Bunn came up short against Franklin Academy and fell 50-40. The loss continues a trend for the Wildcats in their matchups with the Patriots: they've now lost three in a row.
Despite their defeat, Bunn saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Spencer Riley, who posted four points plus three steals, was perhaps the best of all. Corey Mann was another key player, posting six points in addition to two steals.
Meanwhile, Franklinton fought the good fight in their overtime match against Rolesville on Tuesday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They took a 68-58 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Rams. The Red Rams have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Having lost for the first time this season, Bunn fell to 2-1. As for Franklinton, their loss dropped their record down to 2-2.
Things could have been worse for Bunn, but things could have been a whole lot better as they took a 62-48 loss to Franklinton in their previous matchup back in February. Thankfully for Bunn, Markelle Massenburg (who dropped a double-double on 26 points and 11 rebounds) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? There's only one way to find out.
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