Basketball Game Preview: Blanche Ely Tigers vs. Cypress Bay Lightning + How To Watch

The Blanche Ely Tigers will square off against the Cypress Bay Lightning at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Blanche Ely has a tough task ahead: they'll enter the game with three straight defeats, while Cypress Bay will come in with five straight wins.

Blanche Ely saw some tournament action last Tuesday. They had to suffer through a 61-21 loss at the hands of North Broward Prep.

Cypress Bay not only won on Tuesday, but they posted their biggest win since December 16, 2024 (when they won 70-18). They simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat Flanagan 75-30. The Lightning's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.

Blanche Ely's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Cypress Bay, their victory bumped their record up to 5-0.

Blanche Ely beat Cypress Bay 48-38 in their previous matchup back in January. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Tigers since the team won't have the home-court advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.