Emmett is on a three-game streak of home losses, the Wildcats a four-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck is about to change. The Emmett Huskies will take on the Columbia Wildcats at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Given that both teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.
Emmett won a close one the last time they played, but unfortunately they suffered a serious change of fortune on Tuesday. They were beaten by Bishop Kelly 70-42. While losing is never fun, Emmett can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Idaho basketball rankings (they are ranked 78th, while the Knights are ranked 18th).
Meanwhile, Columbia ended up a good deal behind the Falcons on Tuesday and lost 59-40.
Emmett's defeat dropped their record down to 7-9. As for Columbia, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-11 record this season.
Emmett came up short against the Wildcats in their previous matchup back in January, falling 45-41. Will Emmett 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.
