Basketball Game Preview: Jackson Christian Eagles vs. Middle Tennessee Christian Cougars

The Jackson Christian Eagles just played yesterday, but they'll still head out to face the Middle Tennessee Christian Cougars at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.

Jackson Christian is probably headed into the contest with a chip on their shoulder considering Peabody just ended the team's 19-game winning streak dating back to last season on Friday. They fell just short of the Golden Tide by a score of 65-62. The loss put an end to the Eagles' undefeated start to the season.

Meanwhile, Middle Tennessee Christian scored the most points they've had this season on Friday, but it wasn't enough. They came up short against Franklin Road Academy, falling 88-68. The defeat continues a trend for the Cougars in their matchups with the Panthers: they've now lost four in a row.

Middle Tennessee Christian's loss dropped their record down to 1-7. As for Jackson Christian, their defeat ended a six-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 14-1.

Jackson Christian took their victory against Middle Tennessee Christian when the teams last played back in December of 2023 by a conclusive 73-52. Does Jackson Christian have another victory up their sleeve, or will Middle Tennessee Christian turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.