Basketball Game Preview: Apple Valley Eagles vs. Eagan Wildcats

Apple Valley is on a five-game streak of home wins, while Eagan is on a three-game streak of away wins: one of those streaks is about to end. The Apple Valley Eagles will welcome the Eagan Wildcats at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Apple Valley's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points every time they've taken the court this season.

Last Saturday, Apple Valley humbled New Prague with a 74-41 victory. The Eagles have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won three contests by 21 points or more this season.

Meanwhile, Eagan faced Anoka in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Saturday. Eagan took a 63-53 hit to the loss column at the hands of Anoka. The Wildcats' loss signaled the end of their seven-game winning streak dating back to last season.

Apple Valley's victory bumped their record up to 5-0. As for Eagan, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 6-1.

Apple Valley lost to Eagan at home by a decisive 67-53 margin in their previous meeting back in February. Will Apple Valley 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.