Basketball Game Preview: Ruston Bearcats vs. Richwood Rams

The Ruston Bearcats will challenge the Richwood Rams at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Ruston is coming into the game hot, having won their last four games.

It was a proper cat-fight when Ruston challenged Benton on Friday. Ruston simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat Benton 54-20. That 34 point margin sets a new team best for the Bearcats this season.

Richwood has been a dominant force so far, but they're in the middle of a mini-slump at the moment. They were five points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 70-65 heartbreaker at the hands of Franklin Parish.

Richwood's loss dropped their record down to 10-5. As for Ruston, they now have a winning record of 4-3.

Ruston was dealt a bruising 76-40 defeat at the hands of Richwood in their previous meeting back in November. Will Ruston 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.