Basketball Game Preview: Sanger West Hornets vs. McLane Highlanders

Sanger West is 0-5 against McLane since January of 2023 but things could change on Friday. The Sanger West Hornets will host the McLane Highlanders at 6:30 p.m. Both teams took a loss in their last game, so they'll have plenty of motivation to get the 'W'.

Sanger West is headed into Friday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fourth straight game on Wednesday. They were beaten by Justin Garza 85-47. The Hornets were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 44-21.

Meanwhile, after a string of three wins, McLane's good fortune finally ran out on Wednesday. They fell to Madera 48-43.

Sanger West will need focus on slowing down Demetrius Simon, one of several McLane players who made an impact when they last played. He posted 11 points in addition to eight rebounds and six steals. Simon has been hot for a while, having posted two or more steals the last 11 times he's played. Another player making a difference was Keyvon Burcher, who put up 13 points and six boards.

Sanger West's loss dropped their record down to 12-10. As for McLane, their defeat dropped their record down to 13-8.

Sanger West took a serious blow against McLane in their previous matchup back in December of 2024, falling 62-33. Will Sanger West have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.