Basketball Game Preview: Manila Mustangs vs. Mount Vernon Patriots + How To Watch

Manila is 9-1 against Mount Vernon since January of 2020 and they'll have a chance to extend that dominance on Friday. The Mustangs will look to take advantage of their home court for the first time this season as they take on the Patriots at 1:00 p.m. Mount Vernon took a loss in their last game and will be looking to turn the tables on Manila, who comes in off a win.

Two weeks ago, even if it wasn't a dominant performance, Manila beat Wendover 58-52. The win continues a trend for the Mustangs in their matchups with the Wildcats: they've now won four in a row.

Manila's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Teague Goodman, who dropped a double-double with 19 points and 16 boards. That's the most rebounds Goodman has posted since back in December of 2024. Another player making a difference was Kale Chowning, who put up 18 points and seven boards.

Meanwhile, Mount Vernon was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat dating back to last season. They were beaten by Escalante 60-32. The Patriots were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 39-10.

Manila will need to focus on slowing down Noah Adams, one of several Mount Vernon players who made an impact when they last played. He earned 11 points and seven rebounds. Mustafa Jalili was another key player, putting up eight points in addition to five boards and three steals.

Mount Vernon's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Manila, the victory got them back to even at 1-1.

Everything came up roses for Manila against Mount Vernon in their previous meeting back in February, as the squad secured a 62-12 win. In that matchup, the Mustangs amassed a halftime lead of 36-3, an impressive feat they'll look to repeat on Friday.