Basketball Preview: Hernando Leopards vs. Crystal River Pirates
Hernando and Crystal River are an even 5-5 against one another since January of 2020, but not for long. Having just played yesterday, the Hernando Leopards will head out on the road to face off against the Crystal River Pirates at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Hernando is coming into the matchup hot, having won their last four games.
Hernando is headed into the game after thoroughly thrashing Hudson: they outscored them in every quarter. Hernando took down Hudson 64-47 on Thursday. That 17 point margin sets a new team best for the Leopards this season.
Hernando's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Sam Jackson, who scored 12 points in addition to five rebounds. Another player making a difference was Joseph Rivera, who went 5 for 10 en route to 11 points plus five assists and five rebounds.
Meanwhile, Crystal River came into Wednesday's contest having lost three straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past West Port 49-47.
Hernando's record now sits at 4-1. As for Crystal River, their record now sits at 2-3.
Hernando beat Crystal River 54-42 when the teams last played back in January. Does Hernando have another victory up their sleeve, or will Crystal River turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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