The Nebraska Lutheran Knights will take on the Osceola Bulldogs at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
Two weeks ago, Nebraska Lutheran was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 47-43 to Weeping Water. The loss continues a trend for the Knights in their matchups with the Indians: they've now lost four in a row.
12/20/24 @ Weeping Water | 6 |
12/19/24 vs Exeter-Milligan/Friend | 6 |
12/17/24 @ Giltner | 8 |
12/10/24 @ Twin River | 4 |
12/07/24 vs Rocky Mountain Lutheran | 7 |
Nebraska Lutheran might have lost, but man, Rebecca Hueske was a machine: she posted 20 points and six steals. Hueske is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in the last nine games she's played dating back to last season. Samantha Hueske was another key player, putting up 11 points and six steals.
Meanwhile, Osceola played a tough match on Friday in which they were outscored in every quarter. 2025 welcomed they with a 54-28 loss courtesy of Cross County. While losing is never fun, the Bulldogs can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Nebraska basketball rankings (they are ranked 194th, while the Cougars are ranked 30th).
Nebraska Lutheran's defeat dropped their record down to 3-3. As for Osceola, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-5 record this season.
Nebraska Lutheran might still be hurting after the 54-30 loss they got from Osceola in their previous meeting back in December of 2023. Will Nebraska Lutheran 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.
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