Basketball Game Preview: Florence Eagles vs. Hazlehurst Indians

The Florence Eagles will be defending their home court for the first time this season when they go up against the Hazlehurst Indians at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. Hazlehurst took a loss in their last game and will be looking to turn the tables on Florence, who comes in off a win.

On Saturday, Florence was fully in charge, breezing past Central Hinds Academy 60-25.

Meanwhile, Hazlehurst suffered their biggest loss since December 12, 2024 on Thursday. They were dealt a 48-21 defeat at the hands of Loyd Star. The Indians have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

Hazlehurst's loss dropped their record down to 2-2. As for Florence, the victory got them back to even at 1-1.

Everything went Florence's way against Hazlehurst in their previous matchup back in November of 2023, as Florence made off with a 63-37 win. Will the Eagles repeat their success, or do the Indians have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.