Basketball Game Preview: Gary West Side Cougars vs. East Chicago Central Cardinals

A feisty cat fight will be fought when the Gary West Side Cougars challenge the East Chicago Central Cardinals at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday... Both come into the match bolstered by wins in their previous matches.

Having struggled with four losses in a row, Gary West Side turned things around against River Forest last Saturday. They pulled ahead with a 29-28 photo finish over the Ingots.

Meanwhile, East Chicago Central had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They secured a 36-31 W over La Porte on Friday.

Gary West Side's victory bumped their record up to 2-7. As for East Chicago Central, their win bumped their record up to 5-9.

Gary West Side might still be hurting after the 58-36 defeat they got from East Chicago Central in their previous matchup back in January of 2024. Will Gary West Side 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.