Basketball Game Preview: Merritt Academy Mustangs vs. Star International Academy Falcons

The Merritt Academy Mustangs are taking a road trip to square off against the Star International Academy Falcons at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Merritt Academy is coming into the contest on a six-game losing streak.

Merritt Academy came up short against Michigan Math & Science last Thursday, falling 61-37.

Meanwhile, Star International Academy was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Thursday as they fell 47-42 to Advanced Tech Academy. The loss continues a trend for the Falcons in their matchups with the Lakers: they've now lost eight in a row.

Merritt Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 2-8. As for Star International Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 9-6.

Merritt Academy couldn't quite finish off Star International Academy in their previous matchup back in January of 2024 and fell 27-25. Can Merritt Academy avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.