Basketball Game Preview: Maple River Eagles vs. Janesville-Waldorf-Pemberton Bulldogs

The Maple River Eagles and the Janesville-Waldorf-Pemberton Bulldogs will face off at 6:30 p.m. on Friday without much rest having both just played. One thing working in Maple River's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last five matches.

While Maple River didn't have the best season last year (they finished 20-27), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. They put the hurt on New Ulm with a sharp 70-50 win on Thursday. Maple River has made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won four contests by 20 points or more this season.

Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Janesville-Waldorf-Pemberton, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Tuesday. They strolled past Minnesota Valley Lutheran with points to spare on Thursday, taking the game 82-65.

Janesville-Waldorf-Pemberton's victory was their 13th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 4-2. As for Maple River, their win bumped their record up to 7-3.

Maple River came up short against Janesville-Waldorf-Pemberton in their previous matchup back in February, falling 61-53. Will Maple River 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.