Howard County: Feb. 14 Basketball Predictions
There are only a few weeks left in the boys high school basketball season, adding to the excitement of attending multiple games this week. Every team is pushing to play its best ahead of sectional play and would appreciate your support.
Now, let’s break down this week’s matchups and predict the winners.
Richmond 7-11 vs Kokomo 14-5
Senior Night festivities will take over Memorial Gymnasium as Kokomo hosts its final home game of the regular season. While the Wildkats aim to cap the night with a statement win, the Richmond Red Devils hope to play spoiler.
Kokomo enters as the more talented team and has another key advantage — Richmond has yet to win a road game this season. The Red Devils’ struggles away from home are likely to continue, while Kokomo’s seniors lead the way to a decisive victory.
Winner: Kokomo
Northwestern 10-6 vs Whitko 4-13
Northwestern’s stretch of four consecutive road games is nearing its end, with a trip to Whitko marking the final stop.
The Wildcats have dropped five of their last six games and may not have the firepower to keep up with a battle-tested Northwestern squad. The Tigers are in a strong position to control the game and finish their road swing on a high note.
Winner: Northwestern
Eastern 6-10 vs Clinton Central 1-16
Eastern is eager to return to the court and shake off the sting of back-to-back losses. The Comets have a prime opportunity to secure their first win of the month in a road matchup against Clinton Central.
The Bulldogs have struggled all season, entering the game on a 12-game losing streak. They have rarely been competitive during that stretch, setting the stage for Eastern to bounce back in dominant fashion.
Winner: Eastern
Taylor 13-5 vs Tr-Central 8-10
Taylor is in the midst of a slump at the worst possible time. The Titans’ four-game losing streak is their longest of the season, but they have a prime opportunity to turn things around with a road trip to Tri-Central.
The Trojans have also hit a rough patch, dropping seven of their last nine games. While Taylor has struggled to stack wins lately, the Titans have the firepower to secure a crucial conference victory Friday night.
Winner: Taylor
Jay’s stats:
Last week: 4-1
All-time: 28-9 (75.6%)
