The Catlin Gabel varsity basketball team from Portland, OR, will host Tillamook, OR, in a home tournament game on Friday, December 27, 2024, at 12:30 PM.

Here’s what you need Basketball to know:

What: Oregon High School Basketball
Who: Catlin Gabel vs Tillamook
When: Friday, December 27, 2024
Time: 12:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Tillamook and Catlin Gabel: Analyzing the 2024-2025 Basketball Season

As the 2024-2025 basketball season unfolds, Tillamook and Catlin Gabel present intriguing storylines with their respective performances, rankings, and key statistics. Here’s a closer look at how these two Oregon high school teams compare.

Team Rankings and Records

• Tillamook (24-25):
  • State Ranking (Class): 17
  • Overall Record: 3-2
  • Performance by Venue:
    • Home: 2-2
    • Away: 0-0
    • Neutral: 1-0
  • Win Percentage: 60%
  • Points For (PF): 241
  • Points Against (PA): 257
• Catlin Gabel (24-25):
  • State Ranking (Class): 30
  • Overall Record: 2-5
  • Performance by Venue:
    • Home: 1-2
    • Away: 1-3
  • Win Percentage: 28.6%
  • Points For (PF): 358
  • Points Against (PA): 380

Scoring Averages

• Tillamook: Averaging 48.2 points per game.
• Catlin Gabel: Averaging 51.1 points per game.
  While Catlin Gabel edges out Tillamook in scoring averages, their defensive struggles are evident with a higher points-against total.

Common Opponents

Both teams faced Yamhill-Carlton early in the season and suffered narrow losses:

• Tillamook vs. Yamhill-Carlton (12/4/24): Lost 41-29 at home.
• Catlin Gabel vs. Yamhill-Carlton (12/12/24): Lost 41-28 on the road.

Upcoming matchups against shared opponents, including Sutherlin and Amity, will further illuminate their comparative strength.

Performance Analysis

Tillamook:

• Stronger overall record at 3-2 and higher win percentage.
• Balanced home and neutral site performances (combined 3-2).
• Needs to solidify its defense, having allowed 257 points.

Catlin Gabel:

• Despite a lower win percentage (28.6%), the team demonstrates potential with a higher scoring average.
• Struggles away from home with a 1-3 record.
• Will need to tighten its defense, having conceded 380 points across seven games.

Key Upcoming Games

The end-of-year matchups against Sutherlin and Amity will be critical for both teams:

• Tillamook will face Sutherlin on 12/26/24 and Amity on 12/28/24.
• Catlin Gabel meets Amity on 12/26/24 and Sutherlin on 12/28/24.
  These games provide opportunities to improve standings and build momentum heading into the new year.

Conclusion

While Tillamook appears to have the upper hand with a stronger record and ranking, Catlin Gabel’s scoring ability suggests potential for upsets. Both teams have areas for improvement, particularly on defense. Upcoming games against common opponents will be pivotal in shaping their seasons. Keep an eye on these matchups for exciting basketball action!