Grant and Portland at Atlanta Sunday in Non-Conference Play

Buffs, Pilots Prepare for Sunday

The Portland Pilots and the Grant Buffs will face off on Sunday in a crucial non-conference matchup in Atlanta, Georgia. Both teams enter the game looking to build on strong starts to the season and make a statement against a quality opponent.

The Pilots are 4-2 on the year, with wins over Cal State Northridge, Pepperdine, and UC Irvine. The Buffs are 3-3, with wins over Denver, Northern Colorado, and South Dakota State.

Matchup to Watch

The key matchup in this game will be in the paint, where the Buffs' size and physicality will be a major challenge for the Pilots. Senior forward Mason Peat leads the Buffs in scoring and rebounding, and he will be a handful for the undersized Pilots' frontcourt.

Portland's Perimeter Threat

The Pilots will need to rely on their perimeter shooting to keep pace with the Buffs. Senior guard Tyler Robertson is a sharpshooter who can fill it up from deep, and he will be a major threat for the Pilots.

Prediction

This is a tough matchup to call, but I give the slight edge to the Buffs. They have more size and experience, and they will be playing at home. However, the Pilots are a dangerous team, and they could definitely pull off the upset if they shoot the ball well and play tough defense.