Basketball Game Preview: Kennewick Lions vs. Stanwood Spartans

The Kennewick Lions and the Stanwood Spartans will face off at 9:00 a.m. on Friday without much rest, having both just played. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.

Kennewick heads in on the heels of a playoff contest on Thursday. They took a 45-37 hit to the loss column at the hands of Central Valley. The game marked the Lions' lowest-scoring match so far this season.

Meanwhile, after a string of five wins, Stanwood's good fortune finally ran out on Thursday. They lost 52-30 to Garfield. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Spartans have suffered since January 24, 2024.

Kennewick has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 18-8 record this season. Stanwood's defeat dropped their record down to 22-5.