After two games on the road, Lincoln East is heading back home. They will take on the Gretna Dragons at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. The matchup should be an exciting one, as these teams are ranked near one another in Nebraska (Lincoln East is ranked 134th, while Gretna is ranked 157th).
Last Saturday, Lincoln East earned a 60-48 win over Fremont. That looming 60-48 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Lincoln East yet this season.
Meanwhile, Gretna's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Thursday after their fourth straight loss. They were dealt a 61-32 loss at the hands of Millard North. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss Gretna has suffered since December 9, 2023.
Lincoln East's win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-5. As for Gretna, their loss dropped their record down to 4-8.
Lincoln East ended up a good deal behind Gretna when the teams last played back in December of 2021, losing 45-27. Will Lincoln East have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.