The Omaha North Vikings will face off against the Millard North Mustangs at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
On Saturday, Omaha North was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 70-66 to Omaha Westside. The loss continues a trend for the Vikings in their matchups with the Warriors: they've now lost eight in a row.
Jerri'On Williams
| 02/08/25 @ Omaha Westside | 20 |
| 02/07/25 @ Buena Vista | 18 |
| 02/04/25 @ Columbus | 18 |
Despite the defeat, Omaha North got top-tier performance from Jerri'On Williams, who dropped a double-double on 20 points and 13 boards. Williams' evening made it three games in a row in which he has scored at least 18 points. Another player making a difference was Bobby Brown, who went 5 for 8 to rack up 10 points and six rebounds.
Even though they lost, Omaha North smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 18 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive boards they've posted since back in February of 2024.
Meanwhile, Millard North faced Omaha Westside in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Thursday. Millard North sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 69-66 win over Omaha Westside. Winning may never get old, but the Mustangs sure are getting used to it with their fifth in a row.
Omaha North better keep an eye on Derek Rollins. He was instrumental in Millard North's win, dropping a double-double on 26 points and 11 boards. Rollins is on a roll when it comes to points, as he's now scored 19 or more in the last four games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Coriahnn Gallatin, who posted 13 points.
Omaha North's loss dropped their record down to 7-12. As for Millard North, their victory bumped their record up to 13-4.
Rebounding is likely to be a big factor in this contest: Omaha North has been crashing the boards this season, having averaged 32.2 rebounds per game. However, it's not like Millard North struggles in that department as they've been averaging 32.1 boards. With both teams battling to corral missed shots, we'll see if one team can grab an edge.
Omaha North might still be hurting after the 81-57 defeat they got from Millard North in their previous meeting back in March of 2022. Thankfully for Omaha North, Jasen Green (who dropped a double-double on 19 points and 15 rebounds) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? There's only one way to find out.
