Basketball Game Preview: Rose Leadership Academy vs. University Prep Panthers

Rose Leadership Academy hasn't had much luck against University Prep recently, but that could start to change on Friday. Rose Leadership Academy are taking a road trip to square off against the University Prep Panthers at 5:45 p.m. Both come into the match bolstered by wins in their previous matches.

Rose Leadership Academy took a loss when they played away from home last Tuesday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Tuesday. They strolled past University Prep Science & Math with points to spare, taking the game 30-15. The win was a breath of fresh air for Rose Leadership Academy as it put an end to their three-game losing streak.

Meanwhile, University Prep entered their tilt with Henry Ford Academy on Tuesday with two consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with three. They blew past the Navigators 70-29. The Panthers have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won four contests by 23 points or more this season.

University Prep pushed their record up to 8-1-1 with the victory, which was their fourth straight at home. Those victories came thanks to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 24.5 points per game. As for Rose Leadership Academy, their win bumped their record up to 2-7.