Basketball Game Preview: Ocala Christian Crusaders vs. Belleview Rattlers + How To Watch

Ocala Christian hasn't had much luck against Belleview recently, but that could start to change on Thursday. The Crusaders will be home for the holidays to greet the Rattlers at 7:30 p.m. Ocala Christian has given up an average of 62.1 points per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

On Tuesday, Ocala Christian might have been a little too into the holiday spirit, gifting Real Life Christian Academy an easy 76-53 win.

Meanwhile, winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Belleview). They blew past Weeki Wachee 96-73 on Wednesday. Winning may never get old, but the Rattlers sure are getting used to it with their third in a row.

Belleview's victory bumped their record up to 8-1. As for Ocala Christian, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-7.

Ocala Christian was dealt a bruising 74-33 loss at the hands of Belleview in their previous matchup back in November. Will the Crusaders 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.