Basketball Preview: Temple Christian Eagles vs. Nazarene Christian Academy Lions
The Temple Christian Eagles will face off against the Nazarene Christian Academy Lions at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Temple Christian's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last seven games.
Nazarene Christian Academy better have a healthy lead at halftime, because if last week is any indication, that's when Temple Christian really get things going. Everything went Temple Christian's way against Mercy Culture Prep on Monday as Temple Christian made off with a 61-40 win. The Eagles have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won four contests by 20 points or more this season.
Meanwhile, Nazarene Christian Academy can finally bid farewell to their five-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Thursday. They blew past Heritage Christian Academy 63-16. Nazarene Christian Academy's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Temple Christian's victory was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 5-5. They've dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 26 points. As for Nazarene Christian Academy, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-4.
Temple Christian came up short against Nazarene Christian Academy in their previous matchup back in December of 2023, falling 67-55. Thankfully for Temple Christian, Marcus Jones (who almost dropped a triple-double on 20 points, nine rebounds, and ten steals) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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