Basketball Game Preview: Smyrna Bulldogs vs. Wilson Central Wildcats

By Team Reports Feb 2, 2024, 12:27pm

Basketball Preview: Smyrna Bulldogs vs. Wilson Central Wildcats

The Smyrna Bulldogs will look to defend their home court on Friday against the Wilson Central Wildcats at 6:00 p.m. Smyrna is coming into the match on a four-game losing streak.

Last Tuesday, Smyrna took a serious blow against the Blue Devils, falling 64-34. Smyrna was down 50-27 at the end of the third quarter, and things only got worse from there.

Even though the team lost, they still had their share of impressive performances. One of the best came from Kaleil Lyons, who scored five points along with two steals. Zarin Butler was another key contributor, scoring five points.

Meanwhile, Wilson Central came into Monday's matchup having lost four straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They put the hurt on Smyrna with a sharp 63-37 victory on Monday.

Smyrna has not been sharp recently as the team's lost 14 of their last 16 games, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-15 record this season. As for Wilson Central, their win ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 8-13.

Smyrna might still be hurting after the 63-37 defeat they got from the Wildcats in their previous meeting on Monday. Will Smyrna 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.