Basketball Game Preview: Ely Timberwolves vs. International Falls Broncos

The Ely Timberwolves will face off against the International Falls Broncos at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. Given that both suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.

Ely is probably headed into the game with a chip on their shoulder considering Marshall just ended the team's six-game winning streak on Tuesday. They took a blow against the Hilltoppers, falling 96-45.

Meanwhile, International Falls lost to Two Harbors on the road by a 54-40 margin on Saturday.

International Falls' loss dropped their record down to 4-10. As for Ely, their defeat dropped their record down to 9-4.

Ely came out on top in a nail-biter against International Falls in their previous matchup back in December of 2024, sneaking past 67-64. Will Ely repeat their success, or does International Falls have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.