The Harper Woods Pioneers will take on the Oxford Wildcats at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Harper Woods has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last four games.
Last Tuesday, Harper Woods was beaten by Lake Orion 81-51. While losing is never fun, the Pioneers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Michigan basketball rankings (they are ranked 512th, while the Dragons are ranked 114th).
Meanwhile, Oxford was fully in charge on Tuesday, breezing past Athens 73-39. The Wildcats have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won ten matchups by 20 points or more this season.
Oxford's win was their 11th straight at home, which pushed their record up to 20-1. The wins came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 65.5 points over those games. As for Harper Woods, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost nine of their last ten contests, which has put a noticeable dent in their 3-14 record this season.
Harper Woods might still be hurting after the 69-46 loss they got from Oxford in their previous matchup back in December of 2024. Will Harper Woods have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more basketball content.
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