Basketball Game Preview: Valiant Cross Academy Warriors vs. Restoration Academy

The Valiant Cross Academy Warriors just played yesterday, but they'll still head out to face Restoration Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday. One thing working in Valiant Cross Academy's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points every time they've taken the court this season.

If Valiant Cross Academy beats Restoration Academy with 63 points on Saturday, it's going to be the squad's new lucky number: they've won their past two matchups with that exact score. Valiant Cross Academy was the clear victor by a 63-37 margin over Evangel Christian on Friday. The Warriors have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won ten games by 21 points or more this season.

It was another big night for Deshawn Hall, who dropped a double-double on 21 points and ten boards. The contest was his eighth in a row with at least ten points. James Cosby was another key player, dropping a double-double on 13 points and 13 rebounds.

Valiant Cross Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 30 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 16 offensive boards in 40 consecutive matchups dating back to last season.

Meanwhile, a well-balanced attack led Restoration Academy over East Central HomeSchool in every quarter on their way to victory last Tuesday. Restoration Academy enjoyed a cozy 49-31 victory over East Central HomeSchool. Winning may never get old, but Restoration Academy sure is getting used to it with their third in a row.

Restoration Academy's win came from a few key players Valiant Cross Academy will need to keep an eye on. One of the most notable was DJ Ephriam, who posted nine points. The team also got some help courtesy of Ian Fuller, who put up nine points.

Restoration Academy now has a winning record of 7-6. As for Valiant Cross Academy, their win bumped their record up to 12-0.

Valiant Cross Academy beat Restoration Academy 45-37 in their previous matchup back in November of 2021. The rematch might be a little tougher for Valiant Cross Academy since the team won't have the home-court advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.