Basketball Preview: Tipton Blue Devils vs. Northwestern Tigers
Tipton is 1-9 against Northwestern since November of 2014 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Tuesday. The Tipton Blue Devils will be playing at home against the Northwestern Tigers at 7:00 p.m. Hopefully Tipton focused on turnovers this week as the team gave up 33 on Saturday.
Tipton is headed into Tuesday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fourth straight game on Saturday. They were dealt a 57-26 loss at the hands of Winchester Community.
Despite the defeat, Tipton had strong showings from Hollyn Wilson, who earned four points in addition to nine rebounds and two blocks, and Mackenzie Farinella, who posted nine points plus six rebounds and three steals. What's more, Wilson also racked up four offensive rebounds, the most she's had since back in December of 2023.
Meanwhile, Northwestern slipped by Delphi Community 57-56 on Tuesday.
Northwestern had a senior duo take command as Berkley Wray almost dropped a double-double on 16 points and nine rebounds and Anna Bishir went 8 for 18 en route to 22 points plus five assists and five steals. Wray is crushing it when it comes to rebounds: she's pulled down at least nine every time she's taken the court this season. Maci Rody was another key player, earning six points plus seven rebounds.
Northwestern smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 11 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in three consecutive contests.
Northwestern's win ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-2. As for Tipton, their loss dropped their record down to 1-4.
Rebounding is likely to be a big factor in this contest: Tipton has crashing the boards this season, having averaged 23.4 rebounds per game. However, it's not like Northwestern struggles in that department as they've been averaging 32. With both teams battling to corral missed shots, we'll see if one team can grab an edge.
Tipton took a serious blow against Northwestern in their previous meeting back in November of 2023, falling 63-29. Will Tipton have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other basketball content.
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