Basketball Game Preview: Spaulding Red Raiders vs. Merrimack Tomahawks

The Spaulding Red Raiders will take on the Merrimack Tomahawks in a holiday battle at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.

On Monday, Spaulding took a blow against Salem, falling 78-48. The Red Raiders have struggled against the Blue Devils recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive lost matchup.

Meanwhile, Merrimack beat Timberlane 57-45 on Tuesday. The Tomahawks haven't had any issues with the Owls recently, as the game was their third consecutive win against them.

Spaulding's loss dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Merrimack, their victory bumped their record up to 2-0.

Spaulding couldn't quite finish off Merrimack in their previous meeting back in December of 2024 and fell 53-50. Will the Red Raiders 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.