SIOUX CITY, Iowa (Interstat) — The Briar Cliff men’s basketball team, off to a strong start this season, will host a struggling Dordt squad in an NAIA matchup on Wednesday.

The Chargers (6-2) have won four straight games, most recently a 90-81 victory over Dakota Wesleyan on Nov. 25. Forward Blake Sindelar leads the team, coming off a 23-point, 13-rebound performance in that win.

The Defenders (4-5) snapped a three-game losing streak with an 84-72 home win over Hastings on Nov. 22. Connor Millikan scored 28 points in that contest to pace Dordt, which has lost three of its last five.

Briar Cliff has showcased a balanced offense during its win streak, averaging 87.5 points per game. Dordt has been inconsistent, alternating high-scoring outputs with periods of offensive struggle throughout its first nine games.

Wednesday’s contest is the first of two regular-season meetings between the Iowa rivals this season. Dordt will look to improve its standing on the road, while Briar Cliff aims to protect its home court and build momentum early in conference play.