Basketball Game Preview: Hobart Brickies vs. Hammond Morton Governors

Hobart hasn't had much luck against Hammond Morton recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Hobart Brickies will look to defend their home court against the Hammond Morton Governors at 7:00 p.m. Hammond Morton took a loss in their last match and will be looking to turn the tables on Hobart, who comes in off a win.

Hobart took a loss when they played away from home on Saturday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Tuesday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against Washington Township, sneaking past 49-46. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Brickies have posted since December 28, 2023.

Meanwhile, Hammond Morton came up short against Michigan City on Thursday and fell 74-67. The loss continues a trend for the Governors in their matchups with the Wolves: they've now lost four in a row.

Hobart's victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 6-9. The wins came thanks to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 57.0 points per game. As for Hammond Morton, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-11.

Hobart was dealt a bruising 75-45 loss at the hands of Hammond Morton when the teams last played back in January of 2024. Will Hobart 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.