Basketball Game Preview: Tiospa Zina Wambdi vs. McLaughlin Mustangs

Tiospa Zina is on a three-game streak of home losses, McLaughlin a four-game streak of away losses dating back to last season, but someone's luck will change on Tuesday. The Tiospa Zina Wambdi will host the McLaughlin Mustangs at 6:15 p.m.

Last Thursday, Tiospa Zina was beaten by Deuel 89-30. While losing is never fun, the Wambdi can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' South Dakota basketball rankings (they are ranked 142nd, while the Cardinals are ranked 31st).

Meanwhile, McLaughlin can bid farewell to their four-game losing streak thanks to their game on Saturday. They came out on top against Miller by a score of 43-33.

Tiospa Zina's loss dropped their record down to 0-10. As for McLaughlin, their win bumped their record up to 3-8.

Tiospa Zina suffered a grim 60-37 defeat to McLaughlin when the teams last played back in December of 2024. Will Tiospa Zina have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.