CENTRALIA, Ill. (Interstat) — The Lake Land Lakers will look to snap a six-game skid when they visit the Kaskaskia Blue Devils in a men’s junior college basketball matchup on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026.

Lake Land (1-7) enters on a losing streak, most recently falling 107-99 to John A Logan on Wednesday despite a 26-point, 10-rebound performance from standout forward Loic Affoumon. Guard Lavell Tinsley added a game-high 34 points in the loss. The Lakers’ only win this season came against Richard J Daley on Nov. 8.

Kaskaskia (2-2) has been idle since a 79-70 road loss to Southwestern Illinois on Dec. 13. The Blue Devils’ season has been marked by inconsistency, with decisive wins over Dyersburg State and Wabash Valley bookending losses to Missouri State-West Plains and Southwestern Illinois.

The game features a contrast in recent activity. The Lakers are battling through a packed early schedule, while the Blue Devils will have nearly a month of rest and practice since their last contest. How Kaskaskia handles potential rust against a Lake Land team familiar with game rhythm will be a key factor.

Affoumon is the definitive player to watch for Lake Land. Following a quiet outing in December, he erupted for his double-double against John A Logan, demonstrating his capability as a primary scorer and rebounder. Containing him will be a focal point for the Kaskaskia defense.

For the Blue Devils, the extended break may have allowed for adjustments and healing, potentially providing an advantage against a Lakers squad that has struggled defensively, allowing an average of 93.6 points per game during its current six-game losing streak.

This contest opens a critical stretch for both teams as they dive deeper into their region schedules. Lake Land seeks a desperately needed road victory to change its season’s trajectory, while Kaskaskia aims to establish a winning record and momentum at home.

The teams are scheduled to meet again in Mattoon on Feb. 14.