Tuesday Night Games to Watch
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This Tuesday night is a little quieter around the Indianapolis area, but there are still several good matchups around the state worth highlighting. I’ll be covering the Valparaiso vs. Gary 21st Century game in a battle between of the best…
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Continue ReadingThis Tuesday night is a little quieter around the Indianapolis area, but there are still several good matchups around the state worth highlighting. I’ll be covering the Valparaiso vs. Gary 21st Century game in a battle between of the best programs in northern Indiana. Let’s dive on in to a preview of that contest, along with the other best games to follow this evening.
Evansville Bosse @ Evansville Memorial
After a season opening loss to Jasper, the Bosse Bulldogs have reeled off four straight wins. Memorial actually defeated Jasper, but lost to Corydon Central to enter this evening’s contest at 2-1. Bosse junior point guard Taray Howell Taray Howell 5'8" | PG Evansville Bosse | 2024 State IN is coming off of a 27-point performance and is one of the top scorers, and all-around players, in the Evansville area. Sophomore Luke Ellspermann Luke Ellspermann 6'0" | PG Evansville Memorial | 2025 State IN scored 35 points and pulled down 10 rebounds in the Tigers loss to Corydon and is looking like one of the best players in the area as well. Junior forward Tucker Tornatta is a double-double machine who will be a tough matchup around the basket. There is probably more depth of talent on the Memorial sideline, but Howell can be the equalizer for the Bulldogs. This is the game to watch down in the Pocket City tonight.
Gary 21st Century @ Valparaiso
This is the game of the night around the state. Class 2A #2 ranked Gary 21st Century takes on Valparaiso who began the season ranked in the Class 4A Top 10 before falling to Northridge. However, that loss continues to look better as Northridge now sits at 5-0. The Vikings have rattled off two straight easy victory and are ready to be tested once again. They are led by 6’7″ Ball State signee Mason Jones Mason Jones 6'7" | PF Valparaiso | 2023 State IN who is averaging 25 points and 9.7 rebounds per game to start the year. Sophomore guard Jack Smiley Jack Smiley 6'2" | PG Valparaiso | 2025 State IN is adding 16 points, 4 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game as well. As for 21st Century, they are 4-1 led by their trio of senior stars. Dynamic point guard Ashton Williamson Ashton Williamson 6'2" | PG Gary 21st Century | 2023 State #287 Nation IN is a triple-double threat every time he steps on the floor. Also, athletic wings D.J. Moss D.J. Moss 6'4" | SF Gary 21st Century | 2023 State IN and Quintin Floyd Quintin Floyd 6'4" | SG Gary 21st Century | 2023 State IN stuff the stat sheet on a consistent basis as well. This will be a fun one up in “The Region.”
Greensburg @ Jennings County
For the southeastern Indiana crowd, you’ll want to make your way to North Vernon tonight for this battle between the Pirates and Panthers. Greensburg opened the season with a win over rival Batesville but then fell to Triton Central. Senior guard Ki Dyer Ki Dyer 6'1" | SG Greensburg | 2023 State IN is averaging 15.5 points per game thus far while senior Jeter Edwards Jeter Edwards 6'2" | PG Greensburg | 2023 IN and talented sophomore guard Jack Mckinsey add 11.5 and 11 per game respectively. Versatile 6’4″ wing Addison Barnes-Pettit Addison Barnes-Pettit 6'4" | SF Greensburg | 2024 State IN is another guy to keep an eye on. For Jennings County, senior guard Keegan Manowitz Keegan Manowitz 5'10" | PG Jennings County | 2023 State IN is averaging 14.6 points and 8 assists per game to lead the Panthers to their 5-0 start to the season. Sophomore Carter Kent is putting up good numbers as well shooting 11-32 from beyond the arc while averaging 13.2 points per game.
Lawrence Central @ Crispus Attucks
If you are out looking for a game in Indianapolis this evening this is probably your best bet. Lawrence Central took Zionsville to overtime before losing 43-39 and was competitive in a rivalry matchup at Lawrence North as well. They are led by senior guard DaJohn Craig DaJohn Craig 6'1" | PG Lawrence Central | 2023 State IN and senior forward Joshua Mickens Joshua Mickens 6'4" | PF Lawrence Central | 2023 State IN . Attucks is just 1-3 on the year but has played a tough schedule to this point. They have a talented young core of players led by junior guard Ron Rutland and 6’8″ sophomore big man Dezmon Briscoe Dezmon Briscoe 6'9" | PF Crispus Attucks | 2025 State #107 Nation IN .
Michigan City @ Mishawaka
Heading back up to northern Indiana, this matchup features a pair of 3-1 teams who will eventually battle it out in Sectional 3. Michigan City features dynamic point guard Jamie Hodges Jr. who is one of the better playmakers remaining on the board in the senior class. Junior guard Allen Briggs Allen Briggs 6'2" | PG Michigan City | 2024 State IN is another name to remember for the Wolves. As for Mishawaka, 6’3″ junior guard Rasauun Johnson Rasauun Johnson 6'2" | SG Mishawaka | 2024 State IN is the player to watch. Johnson is averaging around 14 points per game for the Cavemen and is a very good perimeter defender as well. 5’9″ senior point guard Arthur Jones is coming off of a 25-point performance in Mishawka’s win over South Bend Riley.