The Topeka Trojans will challenge the Manhattan Indians on Friday. Topeka is coming into the match on a three-game losing streak.
Last Tuesday, Topeka was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 55-49 to Hayden. While losing is never fun, the Trojans can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Kansas basketball rankings (they are ranked 77th, while the Wildcats are ranked 13th).
Meanwhile, Manhattan was beaten by Washburn Rural 58-28 on Tuesday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Indians have suffered against the Blues since February 18, 2022.
Manhattan's loss dropped their record down to 10-5. As for Topeka, their defeat dropped their record down to 9-6-1.
Topeka came up short against Manhattan in their previous matchup last Wednesday, falling 60-54. Will Topeka have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other basketball content.
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