Basketball Game Preview: Tempe Buffaloes vs. Coronado Dons

Tempe and Coronado are an even 4-4 against one another since December of 2014, but not for long. Having just played yesterday, the Tempe Buffaloes will get right back to it and host the Coronado Dons at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Tempe is coming into the game on a six-game losing streak.

On Thursday, Tempe was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 55-51 to Cortez.

Meanwhile, Coronado came up short against Arcadia on Wednesday and fell 51-44.

Coronado's loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 6-8. As for Tempe, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-7.

Tempe lost to Coronado at home by a decisive 36-17 margin in their previous matchup back in January of 2024. Will Tempe have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.