The Bison (SD) varsity basketball team will host Kadoka (SD) for a non-conference game on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

Matchup Information:

• Kadoka vs Bison Basketball Game
• Date: Friday, January 31, 2025
• Time: 7:00 PM
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Kadoka and Bison Basketball: A Comparative Look at Their 2024-2025 Seasons

As the 2024-2025 basketball season nears its conclusion, the Kadoka and Bison teams in South Dakota have had notable seasons with distinct patterns and performances. Here’s a breakdown of their records, player performances, and common opponents to better understand their standing in the state.

Team Records and Performance

Kadoka (24-25 Season)

The Kadoka team has displayed a balanced record of 6-6, with an impressive 2-0 performance in their regional games. Their overall win percentage stands at .500, indicating their competitiveness across different matchups. Notably, Kadoka’s regional performance has been flawless, while their home and away games have shown mixed results. Their points-for (PF) total sits at 735, with points-against (PA) at 637, showing their scoring ability and defensive strengths.

Bison (24-25 Season)

The Bison team, on the other hand, has faced more challenges, posting a 4-6 overall record. Their regional play has been more successful with a 3-2 record, but they have struggled in non-league matchups, going 1-4. Despite their lower win percentage of .400, they have shown resilience in certain games. Their points-for (PF) total is 436, while points-against (PA) is 455, highlighting a narrow margin in their games.

Team Scoring Averages

Kadoka’s offensive game has been led by consistent scoring across all four quarters. On average, they put up 17.5 points in the first quarter, 12.5 in the second, 14.5 in the third, and 16.6 in the fourth, with 2 points in overtime, leading to a total of 61.3 points per game. In comparison, Bison’s scoring data is absent from this breakdown, but their overall performance suggests that they have faced more difficulty in maintaining offensive consistency.

Key Team Stats Comparison

• Points per Game: Kadoka leads with an average of 61.2 points per game, compared to Bison’s lower scoring output.
• Rebounds per Game: Kadoka excels in this category with 32.0 rebounds per game, showing strong presence under the basket.
• Assists per Game: Kadoka also shines in playmaking, with 15.5 assists per game, driven largely by key players like Karson Eisenbraun.
• Steals per Game: Kadoka stands out with 10.5 steals per game, showcasing their defensive agility.
• Blocks per Game: While both teams are relatively modest in this area, Kadoka still edges out with 1.2 blocks per game.

Player Leaders

Kadoka:

• Points per Game: #24 Kole Hermann leads the charge with 14.2 points per game.
• Rebounds per Game: Karson Eisenbraun contributes 7.0 rebounds per game.
• Assists per Game: Eisenbraun also leads in assists with 3.3 assists per game.
• Steals per Game: With 2.4 steals per game, Eisenbraun is also instrumental defensively.
• Blocks per Game: Eisenbraun contributes 0.7 blocks per game.

Bison:

Although specific leaders for the Bison team are not mentioned, Kadoka’s individual performances—especially from Eisenbraun—serve as a point of comparison for what Bison might need to match in terms of consistency and contributions from key players.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced several of the same opponents throughout the season, but their results have been drastically different. Kadoka has posted a respectable 3-3 record against common foes, including key victories over teams like Jones County (64-50 and 60-47). Bison, however, has struggled, going 0-3 against common opponents like Faith and Jones County, highlighting a clear disparity in their competitiveness.

Some key matchups include:

• Kadoka vs. Faith (Dec 14, 2024): Kadoka claimed a 55-40 victory, while Bison lost to Faith (59-40) just a few days later.
• Kadoka vs. Jones County (Jan 16, 2025): Kadoka defeated Jones County 64-50, while Bison fell 53-27 to them earlier in the season.
• Kadoka vs. Timber Lake (Jan 28, 2025): Kadoka came close to victory, losing by just one point, 61-60, while Bison still has a future matchup with Timber Lake.

Record Breakdown

Both teams show different strengths in various categories. Kadoka has a solid 6-6 overall record, which is backed by their impressive regional performance. Bison, with a 4-6 record, shows signs of growth but still faces hurdles in certain aspects of the game.

Conclusion

Kadoka has had a stronger overall season, particularly in regional games, and their key players have made significant contributions across scoring, defense, and playmaking. Bison, while still competitive, needs to refine their offense and overall consistency to match Kadoka’s performance. As the season moves towards its conclusion, both teams have important matchups ahead, and it will be interesting to see how they perform in the coming weeks.