Basketball Game Preview: Lakeridge Pacers vs. West Linn Lions

Lakeridge hasn't had much luck against West Linn recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Lakeridge Pacers will be playing at home against the West Linn Lions at 7:00 p.m.

Lakeridge is headed into the game having just suffered their biggest defeat since December 27, 2024 on Tuesday. They were outmatched by Tualatin and fell 76-48. While losing is never fun, the Pacers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Oregon basketball rankings (they are ranked 46th, while the Timberwolves are ranked first).

Meanwhile, West Linn strolled past McNary with points to spare on Friday, taking the game 55-39.

Lakeridge's loss dropped their record down to 8-13. As for West Linn, their victory ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 14-5.

Lakeridge couldn't quite finish off West Linn in their previous meeting back in January and fell 55-53. Will Lakeridge have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more basketball content.