Basketball Game Preview: Gilbert Classical Academy Spartans vs. San Carlos Braves

Gilbert Classical Academy is on a six-game streak of home wins (dating back to last season), while San Carlos is on a four-game streak of away wins: one of those streaks is about to end. The Gilbert Classical Academy Spartans will host the San Carlos Braves at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Gilbert Classical Academy's defense has only allowed 27.3 points per game this season, so San Carlos' offense will have their work cut out for them.

Having struggled with three defeats in a row, Gilbert Classical Academy turned things around against Lincoln Prep on Monday. They took down the Lightning 42-24.

Meanwhile, San Carlos was fully in charge on Monday, breezing past San Tan Charter 83-15. The Braves have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won 11 games by 20 points or more this season.

San Carlos is on a roll lately: they've won nine of their last ten matches, which provided a nice bump to their 18-3 record this season. As for Gilbert Classical Academy, their victory bumped their record up to 7-3.

Gilbert Classical Academy was taken down by San Carlos 54-20 in their previous meeting back in January of 2024. Will Gilbert Classical Academy 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.