Basketball Game Preview: Holliston Panthers vs. Dedham Marauders

The Holliston Panthers will square off against the Dedham Marauders at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Given that both suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.

Holliston is headed into the game having just suffered their biggest loss since December 30, 2024 on Tuesday. They came up short against Medfield, falling 61-41. While losing is never fun, the Panthers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Massachusetts basketball rankings (they are ranked 225th, while the Warriors are ranked 92nd).

Meanwhile, Dedham was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Tuesday as they fell 45-40 to Medway. The defeat continues a trend for the Marauders in their matchups with the Mustangs: they've now lost three in a row.

Dedham's loss ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 8-6. As for Holliston, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-8.

Things could have been worse for Holliston, but things could have been a whole lot better as they took a 51-37 loss to Dedham in their previous matchup back in December of 2024. Will Holliston have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.