Basketball Game Preview: Science Hill Hilltoppers vs. Maryville Red Rebels

The Science Hill Hilltoppers will face off against the Maryville Red Rebels on Monday. Science Hill knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 55 points or more in their past nine matches -- so hopefully Maryville likes a good challenge.

Science Hill is coming in fresh off a high-stakes matchup with another one of Tennessee's top teams: Sevier County, who was ranked 20th at the time (Science Hill was ranked 21st). Science Hill managed a 71-66 victory over Sevier County on Thursday.

Meanwhile, Maryville unfortunately witnessed the end of their five-game winning streak on Thursday. They took a 64-55 hit to the loss column at the hands of Oak Ridge.

Science Hill is on a roll lately: they've won 16 of their last 17 games. That's provided a nice bump to their 26-6 record this season. Maryville's loss dropped their record down to 23-12.

Science Hill ended up a good deal behind Maryville in their previous matchup back in December of 2024, losing 67-52. Will Science Hill 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.