Basketball Game Preview: Branham Bruins vs. Oakland Military Institute Grizzlies

The Branham Bruins and the Oakland Military Institute Grizzlies will meet on Monday for a tough Bear Battle. Given that both suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.

Branham saw some tournament action on Saturday. They took a blow against Castro Valley, falling 77-41.

Branham's defeat came about despite a quality game from Carlo Marinucci, who posted 11 points.

Meanwhile, Oakland Military Institute was just a bucket shy of victory last Friday and fell 51-50 to Emery. The loss continues a trend for the Grizzlies in their matchups with the Spartans: they've now lost four in a row.

Branham has been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six games, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-5 record this season. As for Oakland Military Institute, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-6.