Basketball Game Preview: David Emanuel Academy Eagles vs. Bulloch Academy Gators + How To Watch

The David Emanuel Academy Eagles will face off against the Bulloch Academy Gators at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.

David Emanuel Academy is headed into Friday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their seventh straight games dating back to last season on Tuesday. They were outmatched by Bulloch Academy and fell 68-26. The Eagles were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 38-10.

Bulloch Academy's win came from a few key players David Emanuel Academy will need to keep an eye on. One of the most notable was JB Roach, who shot 46% from the field to rack up 18 points in addition to six boards and five assists. He has also been stellar as far as field goal percentage is concerned: he's posted one of at least 46% every time he's hit the court this season. Another player making a difference was Akiryon Watkins, who almost dropped a double-double with 12 points and nine rebounds.

Bulloch Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 27 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in three consecutive games.

Bulloch Academy's win bumped their record up to 4-1. As for David Emanuel Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-2.

David Emanuel Academy was dealt a bruising 68-26 loss at the hands of Bulloch Academy in their previous meeting on Tuesday. That contest was all but decided by halftime, at which point the Eagles were down 38-10.