Basketball Game Preview: Eureka Springs Highlanders vs. Jasper Pirates

Eureka Springs is 0-5 against Jasper since October of 2018 but things could change on Thursday. The Eureka Springs Highlanders will look to defend their home court against the Jasper Pirates at 4:30 p.m. Both teams took a loss in their last game, so they'll have plenty of motivation to get the 'W'.

Eureka Springs is headed into Thursday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their sixth straight game on Friday. They had to suffer through a 50-21 loss at the hands of Life Way Christian.

Meanwhile, Jasper came up short against Marshall on Tuesday and fell 61-51.

Eureka Springs' defeat dropped their record down to 2-10. As for Jasper, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-7 record this season.

Eureka Springs was dealt a bruising 70-21 loss at the hands of Jasper in their previous meeting back in October of 2023. Will Eureka Springs have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more basketball content.