Basketball Game Preview: Maxwell Panthers vs. Lower Lake Trojans

The Maxwell Panthers will venture away from home to square off against the Lower Lake Trojans at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Maxwell is coming into the contest on a three-game losing streak.

On Tuesday, Maxwell had to suffer through a 45-18 loss at the hands of Vacaville Christian.

Despite the defeat, Maxwell saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Bethany Wilson posted five points and four steals. What's more, Wilson also racked up four assists, the most she's had since back in December of 2023.

Meanwhile, Lower Lake slipped by Kelseyville 27-26 on Tuesday.

Maxwell's loss dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Lower Lake, their win bumped their record up to 2-3.

Maxwell came up short against Lower Lake when the teams last played back in November of 2023, falling 41-29. Thankfully for Maxwell, Tiahna Tubbs (who earned 20 points along with six boards and six steals) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? There's only one way to find out.