Basketball Recap: Willmar Victorious

Willmar hadn't done well against Marshall recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Saturday. The Cardinals managed an 80-76 win over the Tigers. While the Cardinals didn't have the best season last year (they finished 9-17), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.

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Previous Games

01/24/26 - Away	80-76 W
02/25/25 - Away	55-75 L
12/05/23 - Home	50-85 L
12/06/22 - Neutral	72-67 W
12/07/21 - Home	41-48 L
+ 5 more games

Willmar's victory bumped their record up to 11-2. As for Marshall, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-7 record this season.

Willmar will welcome Fergus Falls at 1:15 p.m. on Tuesday. The Cardinals will need to watch out since the Otters have now posted at least 55 points in their last nine matchups. As for Marshall, they will face off against Mankato West at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Tigers will be up against the Scarlets' rather soft defense (which has allowed 65.64 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.