The Butler varsity basketball team from Chicago, IL, will face off against the Westwood team from Memphis, TN, in a neutral tournament game during the Seahawk Classic. The game is scheduled for Friday, December 20, 2024, at 7:00 PM in Hilton Head, SC.
Here’s what you need to Basketball know:
What: Tennessee High School Basketball
Who: Butler vs Westwood
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
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Westwood vs. Butler: A Statistical Breakdown of the 2024-2025 Season
Both Westwood and Butler enter the 2024-2025 basketball season with identical overall records (4-4), but their paths to these performances reveal unique team dynamics, strengths, and challenges. Below is an analysis of their key statistics, team leaders, and competitive outlook.
Rankings & Records
- Westwood
- Class Rank: 216 (Tennessee)
- Home Record: 2-1
- Away Record: 2-2
- Neutral Record: 0-1
- Win Percentage: 50%
- Points Scored (PF): 435
- Points Allowed (PA): 421
- Butler
- Class Rank: 368 (Illinois)
- Conference Record: 3-0
- Home Record: 0-0
- Away Record: 3-1
- Neutral Record: 1-3
- Win Percentage: 50%
- Conference Win Percentage: 100%
- Points Scored (PF): 409
- Points Allowed (PA): 415
While Westwood has proven slightly stronger in scoring differential (+14), Butler’s undefeated conference record (3-0) highlights their dominance within league play, even though they’ve struggled in neutral settings (1-3).
Team Scoring Averages
| Quarter | Westwood | Butler |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 12.0 | 18.0 |
| Q2 | 10.0 | 16.0 |
| Q3 | 15.0 | 24.0 |
| Q4 | 12.0 | 10.0 |
| Final | 54.4 | 51.1 |
Westwood shows consistent scoring across all quarters, averaging 54.4 points per game. Butler, however, excels in the third quarter (24.0 points), demonstrating an ability to adjust post-halftime. Their overall lower scoring average (51.1) might be due to defensive struggles late in games, reflected in their weaker fourth-quarter output.
Team Statistical Comparison
| Category | Westwood | Butler |
|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game | – | 51.3 |
| Rebounds Per Game | – | 55.8 |
| Assists Per Game | – | 11.5 |
| Steals Per Game | – | 17.4 |
| Blocks Per Game | – | 4.8 |
Butler’s rebounding (55.8 per game) and defensive pressure (17.4 steals per game) are clear advantages. Westwood’s team data is incomplete in this comparison, but key player stats reveal significant contributions to their overall performance.
Key Players
Westwood Leaders
- Danny Bennett (#2)
- Points Per Game: 17.6
- Rebounds Per Game: 12.3
- Blocks Per Game: 1.8
- Jamal Small (#10)
- Assists Per Game: 4.3
- Julius Hamlin Jr. (#0)
- Steals Per Game: 5.0
Butler Leaders
- Team contributions are solid across the board, but no standout star has matched Bennett’s all-around dominance.
Danny Bennett’s double-double average makes him a cornerstone for Westwood. His contributions on both ends of the court are complemented by Julius Hamlin Jr.’s defensive prowess (5.0 steals per game) and Jamal Small’s playmaking.
Record Breakdown
| Category | Westwood | Butler |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Record | 4-4 | 4-4 |
| Conference Record | 0-0 | 3-0 |
| Non-League Record | 4-4 | 0-1 |
| Home Record | 2-1 | 0-0 |
| Away Record | 2-2 | 3-1 |
| Neutral Record | 0-1 | 1-3 |
Westwood has been more balanced across different settings, while Butler’s success has been largely confined to conference play. Neither team has ventured into playoff competition yet, leaving a significant question mark over their postseason potential.
Outlook
Both teams have opportunities to refine their strategies as the season progresses. Westwood’s reliance on star players like Danny Bennett suggests they may need to develop greater depth to sustain performance in high-pressure situations. Conversely, Butler’s ability to dominate in conference play showcases their potential to thrive within their league, though they will need to address neutral-site inconsistencies to succeed in broader competition.
The upcoming matchups will test their resilience and ability to adapt. Fans can expect competitive, closely contested games as these two evenly matched teams continue their journeys through the 2024-2025 season.
