Basketball Game Preview: North Smithfield Northmen vs. Narragansett Mariners

North Smithfield is on a four-game streak of home wins, while Narragansett is on a six-game streak of away wins (dating back to last season): one of those streaks is about to end. The North Smithfield Northmen will host the Narragansett Mariners at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The two teams are strolling into their matchups after big wins in their previous games.

North Smithfield is headed in fresh off scoring the most points they have all season. They blew past Woonsocket 60-32 on Thursday. The team's explosion on offense also rewarded the Northmen with their most commanding win of the season.

North Smithfield had a senior duo take command as Raeghan Reilly posted 16 points and six rebounds and Mya Silveira had seven points along with 13 rebounds and four steals. Silveira is crushing it when it comes to boards: she's pulled down at least eight every time she's taken the court this season. Lora Halliwell was another key player, putting up four points and six rebounds.

Meanwhile, Narragansett faced Lincoln in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Thursday. Narragansett simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat Lincoln 56-25. The Mariners have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won four games by 22 points or more this season.

Narragansett's victory bumped their record up to 5-1. As for North Smithfield, their win bumped their record up to an identical 5-1.

North Smithfield was taken down by Narragansett 47-19 in their previous matchup back in January of 2024. Will North Smithfield 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.