Basketball Game Preview: Gregory Gorillas vs. Platte/Geddes Black Panthers

Gregory is on a 17-game streak of home wins (dating back to last season), while Platte/Geddes is on a four-game streak of away wins: one of those streaks is about to end. The Gregory Gorillas will host the Platte/Geddes Black Panthers at 7:45 p.m. on Monday. Both come into the match bolstered by wins in their previous matches.

Last Friday, Gregory got the win against Parkston by a conclusive 49-28. The Gorillas have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won 12 games by 21 points or more this season.

Meanwhile, Platte/Geddes posted their closest win since January 30, 2024 on Saturday. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past Miller 46-43.

Gregory's win bumped their record up to 15-2. As for Platte/Geddes, their victory bumped their record up to 9-6.

Everything came up roses for Gregory against Platte/Geddes when the teams last played back in February of 2024, as the squad secured a 61-32 win. Will Gregory repeat their success, or does Platte/Geddes have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.