Basketball Game Preview: Marfa Shorthorns vs. Buena Vista Longhorns

Marfa hasn't had much luck against Buena Vista recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The Marfa Shorthorns will look to defend their home court against the Buena Vista Longhorns at 5:00 p.m. Marfa's defense has only allowed 24.9 points per game this season, so Buena Vista's offense will have their work cut out for them.

On Friday, Marfa didn't have too much trouble with Big Bend as they won 43-29.

Meanwhile, Buena Vista was able to grind out a solid victory over Van Horn on Friday, taking the game 42-35. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Longhorns.

Buena Vista's win bumped their record up to 6-9. As for Marfa, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games, which provided a nice bump to their 9-5 record this season.

Marfa was dealt a bruising 63-28 defeat at the hands of Buena Vista in their previous meeting back in February of 2024. Will Marfa have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more basketball content.