Basketball Preview: Purvis Tornadoes vs. Columbia Wildcats
The Purvis Tornadoes will square off against the Columbia Wildcats at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
Columbia is facing Purvis at the wrong time: Purvis suffered their first home loss of the season on Friday and they're likely out for redemption. They lost 73-52 to the Rebels.
Judd Gipson put forth a good effort for the losing side as he scored 11 points along with eight rebounds. Another player making a difference was Jace Gipson, who almost dropped a double-double on nine points and 13 rebounds.
Meanwhile, winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Columbia). They blew past East Marion, posting a 79-36 victory. The win was some much needed relief for the Wildcats as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.
Purvis' defeat ended a four-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 4-2. As for Columbia, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 2-7.
Purvis came up short against Columbia in their previous matchup back in February, falling 69-63. Will Purvis have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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