Basketball Game Preview: Astoria/VIT Rebels vs. Midwest Central Raiders + How To Watch

Astoria/VIT hasn't had much luck against Midwest Central recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The Rebels will welcome the Raiders at 7:00 p.m. Astoria/VIT has given up an average of 64 points per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Astoria/VIT came up short against West Prairie on Friday, falling 63-39.

Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Midwest Central, who bounced back after a loss on the road on Tuesday. They skirted past Illini Bluffs 56-53. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Raiders have posted against the Tigers since November 30, 2018.

Midwest Central's win was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 2-3. Those home victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 57.0 points over those games. As for Astoria/VIT, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-5.

Astoria/VIT couldn't quite get it done against Midwest Central in their previous matchup back in December of 2024 as they fell 63-56. Will the Rebels 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.