(La Porte, IN) - The sectional semi-finals in boys’ high school basketball tonight in La Porte have been rescheduled due to wintry weather in the forecast.

 

The games will be played on Saturday.

 

The first game at 5:30 p.m. features La Porte and Michigan City, who are both 17-6 on the season.

 

South Bend Riley and Mishawaka will square off next at 7 p.m.

 

A winter storm warning is in effect until late tonight.

 

According to the National Weather Service, anywhere from four to eight inches of snow with higher amounts possible in spots is expected along with a mixture of rain and snow at times.

 

Winds of up to 45 miles per hour are also forecast.

 

The game between La Porte and Michigan City is expected to be a barn burner not just because of the longstanding rivalry but the level of talent on each team.

 

The Slicers defeated the Wolves during the regular season by three points.

 

The sectional championship game has been rescheduled for Monday at 6:30 p.m.