Basketball Game Preview: Springfield Millers vs. Willamette Wolverines

Springfield hasn't had much luck against Willamette recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Springfield Millers will be playing at home against the Willamette Wolverines at 6:45 p.m. Given that both suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.

Springfield is headed into Friday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their 11th straight game dating back to last season last Monday. They were dealt an 82-47 defeat at the hands of Sheldon. While losing is never fun, the Millers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Oregon basketball rankings (they are ranked 241st, while the Irish are ranked 98th).

Meanwhile, Willamette was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their eighth straight loss. They fell 53-43 to Newberg.

Springfield's defeat dropped their record down to 0-8. As for Willamette, their loss dropped their record down to 1-9.

Springfield and Willamette were neck-and-neck in their previous matchup back in January, but Springfield came up empty-handed after a 44-43 defeat. Will Springfield 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.