The Bunn Wildcats will be playing in front of their home fans against the Roanoke Rapids Yellowjackets at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Expect the scorekeeper to be kept busy: if their previous games are any indication, the two teams will really light up the scoreboard.
Bunn had to endure a five-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They enjoyed a cozy 64-48 win over Nash Central on Friday.
Bunn's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Jameir Strickland led the charge by dropping a double-double on 22 points and 11 rebounds. That makes it four consecutive games in which Strickland has scored at least a third of Bunn's points. Spencer Riley was another key contributor, scoring 14 points along with five rebounds.
Meanwhile, Roanoke Rapids' recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Wednesday after their third straight loss. They fell 72-63 to Northampton County. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Roanoke Rapids in their matchups with Northampton County: they've now lost four in a row.
Bunn's victory ended a six-game drought on the road and puts them at 10-13. As for Roanoke Rapids, their defeat dropped their record down to 10-8.
Things could have been worse for Bunn, but things could have been a whole lot better as they took a 50-35 loss to Roanoke Rapids in their previous meeting back in January. Will Bunn have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
