The first week of 2022 began with a 19-3 (86 percent) record. My overall mark is now 127-31, which has me at 80 percent for the season.
TUESDAY
Bremen (4-3) at Elkhart Christian (5-2): The Eagles soared to a 59-41 win over Bremen a year ago. Grant Devine tallied three points in the Lions’ 51-31 loss to Washington. Matt Burns netted the game-winning free throw in Elkhart Christian’s 54-52 win over Lakeland Christian. Matt’s pick: Elkhart Christian 44, Bremen 39.
Clay (3-7) at Oregon-Davis (1-6): The Colonials downed Oregon-Davis, 82-70, last year. Miguel Henry’s 17 points were not enough in Clay’s 64-50 loss at Jimtown. Cam Taylor chipped in eight points in the Bobcats’ 39-33 loss to LaCrosse. Matt’s pick: Clay 64, Oregon-Davis 52.
Mishawaka (6-2) at Jimtown (5-5): The Cavemen clubbed Jimtown, 62-52, a season ago. Brendan Williams piled up 21 points in Mishawaka’s 62-47 win over New Prairie. Braxten Rice added 10 points for the Jimmies against Clay. Matt’s pick: Mishawaka 63, Jimtown 54.
Warsaw (7-3) at Penn (8-1): The Tigers suffered a 51-48 loss to No. 5 (Class 4A) Penn last season. Drew Heckaman recorded nine points and five rebounds in Warsaw’s 61-47 win at Northridge. Josh Gatete tossed in three points for the Kingsmen in their 74-73 loss to No. 9 (Class 4A) Valparaiso. Matt’s pick: Penn 69, Warsaw 65.
WEDNESDAY
Riley (7-5) at Michigan City (6-4): The Wildcats earned a pair of wins over Michigan City (88-52 and 91-76) during the 2020-21 season. Marvin Schindler contributed 12 points in Riley’s 64-58 win over Guerin Catholic. Jevon France registered 24 points in the Wolves’ 67-61 win over Marquette Catholic. Matt’s pick: Riley 76, Michigan City 73.
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