Basketball Game Preview: Crownpoint Eagles vs. Kirtland Central Broncos

Crownpoint hasn't had much luck against Kirtland Central recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The Crownpoint Eagles will look to defend their home court against the Kirtland Central Broncos at 7:00 p.m. Given that both suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.

It was a Battle of the Birds when Crownpoint took on Thoreau two weeks ago. Crownpoint took a 54-40 bruising from Thoreau. The Eagles have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

Meanwhile, Kirtland Central was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were six points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 63-57 heartbreaker at the hands of Rio Grande.

Kirtland Central's defeat dropped their record down to 3-7. As for Crownpoint, their loss dropped their record down to 3-6.

Crownpoint took a serious blow against Kirtland Central when the teams last played back in January of 2024, falling 78-41. Will Crownpoint 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.