Basketball Game Preview: Pella Christian Eagles vs. Pella Dutch

The Pella Christian Eagles will take on the Pella Dutch at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.

Last Tuesday, Pella Christian ended up a good deal behind Newton and lost 68-51.

Meanwhile, Pella posted their biggest victory since December 5, 2023 on Tuesday. They blew past Oskaloosa, posting a 74-32 win. Given the Dutch's advantage in MaxPreps' Iowa basketball rankings (they are ranked 105th, while the Indians are ranked 228th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.

Pella now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Pella Christian, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-4 record this season.

Pella Christian was able to grind out a solid victory over Pella when the teams last played back in February of 2024, winning 67-54. Will Pella Christian repeat their success, or does Pella have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.