Basketball Game Preview: Riverside-Durham Pirates vs. Durham Academy Cavaliers

The Riverside-Durham Pirates will take on the Durham Academy Cavaliers at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Riverside-Durham is coming into the match on a three-game losing streak.

Last Saturday, Riverside-Durham was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 41-37 to West Johnston.

Even though the team lost, they still had their share of impressive performances. One of the best came from Beck Arrendondo, who posted 11 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Au?Nehstii Hagans, who earned ten points.

Meanwhile, a well-balanced attack led Durham Academy over Charlotte Christian in every quarter on their way to victory on Saturday. Given that consistent dominance, it should come as no surprise that Durham Academy blew Charlotte Christian out of the water with a 53-14 final score. The Cavaliers have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won five games by 27 points or more this season.

Durham Academy now has a winning record of 7-6. As for Riverside-Durham, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-7.

Riverside-Durham ended up a good deal behind Durham Academy in their previous matchup back in December of 2023, losing 48-33. Will Riverside-Durham have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more basketball content.