Basketball Game Preview: Cape Fear Christian Academy Eagles vs. Wayne Christian Eagles

Cape Fear Christian Academy and Wayne Christian will face off at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday without much rest, having both just played. Expect the scorekeeper to be kept busy: if their previous games are any indication, these teams will really light up the scoreboard.

On Friday, Cape Fear Christian Academy earned a 71-63 victory over Harnett Central. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Eagles.

Kayden Dunkins was nothing short of spectacular: he went 10-for-18 en route to 23 points and seven boards. Another player making a difference was Lathan Wilborn, who shot 63% from the field to rack up 11 points and seven rebounds.

Wayne Christian kicked off their season on the road on Friday and hit a couple of potholes. They lost to Triton on the road by a 69-55 margin. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it ten in a row.

Cape Fear Christian Academy strolled past Wayne Christian when the teams last played back in November of 2017 by a score of 76-62. One of the biggest obstacles trying to stand in the way of that victory was Wayne Christian's Darrian Oates, who posted 31 points. Now that he won't be playing on Saturday, will it be easier for Cape Fear Christian Academy to walk away with another win? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.