Basketball Game Preview: Simon Gratz Bulldogs vs. Lower Moreland Lions

The Simon Gratz Bulldogs just played last yesterday, but they'll still welcome the Lower Moreland Lions at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. Both come into the game bolstered by wins in their previous matches.

Simon Gratz is headed in fresh off scoring the most points they have all season. They claimed a resounding 52-23 victory over Parkway Northwest. The win continues a trend for the Bulldogs in their matchups with the Hoyas: they've now won three in a row.

Alana Wilkerson was the offensive standout of the contest as she posted 19 points. Another player making a difference was Za'Kirah Loftin, who earned 12 points.

Meanwhile, it was a proper cat-fight when Lower Moreland faced off against Cheltenham on Tuesday. The Lions sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 47-44 victory over the Panthers. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Lions have posted since January 28th.

Simon Gratz's victory bumped their record up to 3-1. As for Lower Moreland, their win bumped their record up to 2-0.