Basketball Game Preview: Oconto Falls Panthers vs. Waupaca Comets

The Oconto Falls Panthers will challenge the Waupaca Comets at 5:45 p.m. on Thursday. Waupaca took a loss in their last contest and will be looking to turn the tables on Oconto Falls, who comes in off a win.

Oconto Falls took a loss when they played away from home on Saturday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Tuesday. They claimed a resounding 62-27 win over Clintonville. That 35-point margin sets a new team best for the Panthers this season.

Meanwhile, Waupaca came up short against Denmark on Tuesday, falling 55-35. While losing is never fun, the Comets can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Wisconsin basketball rankings (they are ranked 235th, while the Vikings are ranked 68th).

Waupaca has also been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 9-11 record this season. As for Oconto Falls, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 8-13 record this season.

Oconto Falls was dealt a bruising 59-23 loss at the hands of Waupaca when the teams last played back in December of 2025. Will the Panthers 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.