Basketball Game Preview: Jeff Davis Yellowjackets vs. Fitzgerald Purple Hurricane

Jeff Davis hasn't had much luck against Fitzgerald recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Jeff Davis Yellowjackets will host the Fitzgerald Purple Hurricane at 6:00 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.

Last Monday, Jeff Davis came up short against Worth County and fell 48-39. The Yellowjackets have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

Meanwhile, Fitzgerald played a tough matchup on Wednesday in which they were outscored in every quarter. They had to suffer through a 54-15 loss at the hands of Coffee. The game marked the Purple Hurricane's lowest-scoring contest so far this season.

Jeff Davis' loss dropped their record down to 7-13. As for Fitzgerald, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-12 record this season.

Jeff Davis came up short against Fitzgerald when the teams last played on Saturday, falling 52-39. Will Jeff Davis 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.