Basketball Game Preview: Kings Christian Crusaders vs. Avenal Buccaneers

The Kings Christian Crusaders are taking a road trip to square off against the Avenal Buccaneers at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Neither of these teams found much success offensively their last time out, scoring well below their season average.

Last Thursday, Kings Christian took a blow against Riverdale, falling 47-15. The Crusaders have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

Meanwhile, Avenal can bid farewell to their seven-game losing streak thanks to their game on Friday. They secured a 22-17 W over Tranquillity.

Kings Christian's loss dropped their record down to 6-6. As for Avenal, their win ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-10.

Kings Christian might still be hurting after the 50-25 defeat they got from Avenal in their previous matchup back in December of 2024. Can Kings Christian avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.