Basketball Recap: Barberton's Luck Changes for the Better on Tuesday

Barberton needed a changed in momentum after dropping four straight games and they got it from Kardiay Tyler. The Barberton Magics slipped by the Tallmadge Blue Devils 55-54 on Tuesday thanks in part to Tyler, who went 10 for 21 on his way to 22 points along with seven assists and seven boards. Tyler is also crushing it when it comes to steals: he's grabbed at least two every time he's taken the court this season.

Barberton now has a winning record of 10-9. As for Tallmadge, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 11-7.

Barberton is taking a road trip to take on Roosevelt at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Considering Roosevelt has lost four straight at home and Barberton three straight on the road , this one might come down to who's more desperate to change their momentum. As for Tallmadge, they will host Highland at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Highland knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 55 points or more in their past six contests -- so hopefully Tallmadge likes a good challenge.