Basketball Game Preview: Valmeyer Pirates vs. Maryville Christian Lions

Valmeyer is on a four-game streak of home losses, Maryville Christian a four-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck will change on Thursday. The Valmeyer Pirates will welcome the Maryville Christian Lions at 7:30 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.

On Tuesday, Valmeyer lost to Father McGivney Catholic at home by a 66-49 margin. While the Pirates didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Griffins 18-11 in the first quarter.

Meanwhile, Maryville Christian came up short against Sandoval on Monday and fell 60-48.

Maryville Christian's loss dropped their record down to 6-12. As for Valmeyer, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-6.

Valmeyer strolled past Maryville Christian in their previous meeting back in February of 2024 by a score of 73-58. One of the biggest obstacles the team faced in that game was Maryville Christian's Levi Gray, who almost dropped a double-double on 17 points and nine boards. Now that he's got a second chance to win this matchup, will Valmeyer still be able to contain Gray? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.