Heron Lake-Okabena/Fulda hasn't had much luck against Murray County Central recently, but that could start to change on Thursday. The Heron Lake-Okabena/Fulda Coyotes will be playing at home against the Murray County Central Rebels at 7:30 p.m.
Heron Lake-Okabena/Fulda is headed into Thursday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their 11th straight game on Friday. They were dealt a 76-48 loss at the hands of Hills-Beaver Creek. While losing is never fun, the Coyotes can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Minnesota basketball rankings (they are ranked 378th, while the Patriots are ranked 58th).
Despite the defeat, Heron Lake-Okabena/Fulda saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Bryce Nielsen went 5 for 7 on his way to 12 points in addition to five boards and three steals. Dillon Smith was another key player, putting up eight points.
Meanwhile, Murray County Central had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. Everything went their way against Red Rock Central on Tuesday as Murray County Central made off with a 78-58 victory. The Rebels have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won five matches by 20 points or more this season.
Heron Lake-Okabena/Fulda's loss dropped their record down to 2-12. As for Murray County Central, their win bumped their record up to 10-5.
Heron Lake-Okabena/Fulda was dealt a bruising 69-27 defeat at the hands of Murray County Central when the teams last played on January 6th. Will Heron Lake-Okabena/Fulda 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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