Basketball Game Preview: Jackson Timberwolves vs. Newport - Bellevue Knights

The Jackson Timberwolves will take on the Newport - Bellevue Knights at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. The timing is sure in Jackson's favor as the team sits on three straight wins at home while Newport - Bellevue has been banged up by 20 consecutive losses on the road dating back to last season.

If Jackson beats Newport - Bellevue with 67 points on Friday, it's going to be the squad's new lucky number: they've won their past two contests with that exact score. Jackson took their game on Tuesday with ease, bagging a 67-37 victory over Cascade. That 30 point margin sets a new team best for the Timberwolves this season.

Meanwhile, Newport - Bellevue came up short against Cedarcrest on Monday and fell 66-55.

Jackson's win bumped their record up to 9-6. As for Newport - Bellevue, their loss dropped their record down to 1-15.

Jackson took their victory against Newport - Bellevue in their previous matchup back in December of 2023 by a conclusive 69-46. Will Jackson repeat their success, or does Newport - Bellevue have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.