Basketball Game Preview: Rosman Tigers vs. NCSSM: Morganton Dragons

Having just played yesterday, the Rosman Tigers will get right back to it and host the NCSSM: Morganton Dragons at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. NCSSM: Morganton took a loss in their last contest and will be looking to turn the tables on Rosman, who comes in off a win.

Having struggled with four defeats in a row, Rosman turned things around against Blue Ridge Early College on Thursday. They blew past the Bobcats 50-19. That looming 50-19 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Tigers yet this season.

Meanwhile, NCSSM: Morganton was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their 28th straight loss dating back to last season. They were beaten by Draughn 74-22. The Dragons were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 45-10.

NCSSM: Morganton's defeat dropped their record down to 0-10. As for Rosman, their win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-7.

Everything came up roses for Rosman against NCSSM: Morganton in their previous matchup back in January of 2024, as the squad secured a 69-13 victory. In that match, Rosman amassed a halftime lead of 32-6, an impressive feat they'll look to repeat on Friday.