Sallisaw suffered their closest loss since December 12, 2024 on Tuesday. They fell just short of the Stilwell Indians by a score of 57-54. While losing is never fun, the Black Diamonds can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Oklahoma basketball rankings (they are ranked 239th, while the Indians are ranked 54th).
Sallisaw has also traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five contests, which has put a noticeable dent in their 9-13 record this season. That patch can't be blamed on the team's offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 54.4 points over those games. As for Stilwell, their win was their fifth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 16-5.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Sallisaw will venture away from home to challenge Stigler at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. One thing working in Stigler's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last three matchups. As for Stilwell, they will take on Poteau at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Stilwell is facing Poteau at the right time seeing as Poteau is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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