Basketball Game Preview: Newton Braves vs. Sussex County Tech

The Newton Braves will take on Sussex County Tech in a holiday battle at at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.

After dropping their season opener at home, Sussex County Tech is headed out to face a Braves team ready to give their home crowd a win. Newton fell to Hopatcong 63-59. The Braves just can't catch a break and have now endured 16 defeats in a row dating back to last season.

Meanwhile, Sussex County Tech came up short against North Warren Regional on Tuesday and fell 40-31.

Newton came up short against Sussex County Tech when the teams last played back in February, falling 47-39. Will Newton have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.