The Classen SAS (Oklahoma City, OK) varsity basketball team will host Midwest City (OK) for a home conference game on Friday, January 17, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

Matchup Information

• Team: Midwest City vs Classen SAS
• Date: Friday, January 17, 2025
• Time: 7:00 PM
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Midwest City and Classen SAS Basketball Teams: A Look Ahead to Their Upcoming Matchup

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season unfolds, two teams in Oklahoma are generating significant attention: Midwest City and Classen SAS. Both teams are showing promise and are preparing to face off in an exciting conference game on January 17, 2025. Let’s break down their current performance, team stats, and what fans can expect from this rivalry.

Midwest City Basketball Team Overview

The Midwest City Bombers have an 8-4 overall record, with a 2-3 mark in district play. At home, they’ve been dominant, posting a perfect 2-0 record, but have struggled on the road with a 2-3 away record. When playing on neutral courts, however, they’ve been strong with a 4-1 performance.

Their offensive game has been led by senior DeShawn Denson II, who averages an impressive 24.6 points per game, and also contributes significantly in rebounds (5.2) and assists (4.2). As a team, Midwest City has been scoring an average of 69.3 points per game, led by a strong fourth-quarter performance (15.0 points per game). Their defense has also been effective, with 8.3 steals per game and a team total of 832 points scored versus 735 points allowed.

Classen SAS Basketball Team Overview

Classen SAS has had a solid season thus far, with a 7-4 overall record and a 2-3 record in district play. Similar to Midwest City, Classen SAS has been better on the road, with a 6-2 record away from home, but has had difficulties at home (1-1) and in neutral settings (0-1).

Leading the team is Josiah Morales, who contributes 16.5 points per game. The team’s scoring average is 62.7 points per game, and they have a slightly stronger rebound game (23.1 rebounds per game) compared to Midwest City. Classen SAS excels in steals, with 10.8 per game. The team has been solid defensively, limiting opponents to 584 points scored against them.

Key Matchup: Midwest City vs. Classen SAS

Both teams have faced similar opponents this season, with mixed results. While Midwest City is coming off a series of victories against teams like Duncan and Western Heights, Classen SAS has also demonstrated resilience in its own right, particularly with a big win over Altus in mid-December. However, both teams have struggled in their district matchups, which means this upcoming game could have significant implications for their postseason aspirations.

Team Stats Comparison

Looking at the team statistics, Midwest City outperforms Classen SAS in terms of points per game (69.3 to 62.7), but Classen SAS has a slight edge in rebounding and assists. With more steals per game (10.8), Classen SAS has shown a stronger defensive presence, while Midwest City’s offense is potent, especially in late-game situations, where they score an average of 15.0 points in the fourth quarter.

• Midwest City: 51.0 points per game, 20.8 rebounds per game, 9.5 assists per game, 8.3 steals per game
• Classen SAS: 62.7 points per game, 23.1 rebounds per game, 10.5 assists per game, 10.8 steals per game

Player Comparisons

Key players for both teams will be essential in determining the outcome of this matchup. For Midwest City, Denson’s 24.6 points per game will be a critical factor. Classen SAS will rely on Morales, who averages 16.5 points per game, along with a solid performance from Triten Wallace in rebounding and steals.

• Midwest City’s Key Players: DeShawn Denson II (24.6 PPG, 5.2 RPG, 4.2 APG), Jarvis Nash (3.2 SPG)
• Classen SAS’s Key Players: Josiah Morales (16.5 PPG), Triten Wallace (4.0 RPG, 1.0 BPG), Evan Gunn (2.0 APG)

Common Opponents Breakdown

Both teams have faced similar opponents throughout the season, including Duncan, Western Heights, Lawton, and Marshall, with varying results. These common opponents will provide some insight into how each team might approach the game, but given their differing performances against those teams, this match is expected to be hard-fought and close.

• Midwest City’s Common Opponents: 2-3 record
• Classen SAS’s Common Opponents: 2-3 record

Looking Ahead: The Game and the Season

With the game just two days away, fans can expect an intense, high-energy matchup between two well-matched teams. While Midwest City boasts a stronger overall record and a high-scoring offense, Classen SAS has shown resilience, particularly in its defensive stats. This contest will likely come down to who can better execute on both ends of the court, with each team having a clear advantage in different areas.

Looking further ahead, both teams have their eyes set on improving their district records to secure favorable playoff positions. The upcoming games on February 14, 2025, and beyond will continue to shape their paths as they vie for postseason success.

Stay tuned for a thrilling game between these two Oklahoma high school basketball powerhouses!