The Covington-Douglas Varsity Basketball team will host Canton (OK) for a non-conference game on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 8:00 PM.
Here’s what you need to know Basketball:
What: Oklahoma High School Basketball
Who: Covington-Douglas vs Canton
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 8:00. p.m. ET
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Canton vs. Covington-Douglas: A 2024-25 Basketball Season Breakdown
As the 2024-25 basketball season progresses, both the Canton and Covington-Douglas teams face significant challenges in their respective schedules. While their records tell part of the story, understanding the finer details of their performances, matchups, and potential for improvement offers a deeper insight into these two teams.
Team Records and Performance
Canton (24-25)
- Overall Record: 1-6
- District Record: 0-1
- Home Record: 1-5
- Away Record: 0-1
- Win Percentage: 0.143
- District Win Percentage: 0.000
- Points For (PF): 210
- Points Against (PA): 462
Covington-Douglas (24-25)
- Overall Record: 0-3
- District Record: 0-2
- Home Record: 0-0
- Away Record: 0-2
- Neutral Record: 0-1
- Win Percentage: 0.000
- District Win Percentage: 0.000
- Points For (PF): 109
- Points Against (PA): 183
Both teams have struggled in the early parts of the season, with Canton having a slight edge in overall victories (1 win versus Covington-Douglas’ 0). However, Canton’s larger margin of defeat and lower win percentage underscores some of the challenges they’ve faced. Covington-Douglas, while still winless, has only played three games, which could mean their full potential has yet to be realized.
Scoring Trends
Looking at the average points scored by both teams, it’s clear that Covington-Douglas has been more prolific on offense, with an average of 36.3 points per game compared to Canton’s 30.0 points. This offensive disparity highlights the differences in execution on the court, where Covington-Douglas’ scoring potential might give them a slight edge if they can fix their defensive struggles.
Head-to-Head and Common Opponents
When it comes to common opponents, both teams have shared the experience of facing some tough competition.
- Canton vs. Okeene (12/3/24): A tough loss for Canton, falling 61-26 in their home opener.
- Covington-Douglas vs. Okeene (1/21/25): Covington-Douglas will face Okeene again, after their earlier season struggles.
Additionally, both teams faced Kremlin-Hillsdale, with Canton still scheduled to play them on January 7, 2025. Covington-Douglas, however, has already dropped their match to Kremlin-Hillsdale, losing 60-41 on December 12, 2024.
Other common opponents include Dover, with both teams losing by wide margins—Canton falling 76-28 on December 10, 2024, while Covington-Douglas will face Dover again on February 3, 2025.
Looking Forward
Both Canton and Covington-Douglas have the opportunity to build on their early-season performances. Canton’s offense, while struggling, is capable of improvement if they can develop more consistent scoring strategies. Covington-Douglas will need to shore up their defense and find ways to capitalize on their scoring opportunities if they hope to secure their first win of the season.
As the season progresses, both teams will continue to face tough opponents and need to adjust quickly to improve their chances. The key to their success will be their ability to learn from their losses, tweak their strategies, and remain competitive in their district matchups.
Conclusion
The 2024-25 season has been a tough one for both Canton and Covington-Douglas, with each team seeking to rebound from disappointing performances. However, with determination and strategic adjustments, there’s hope that either or both teams can turn their seasons around and find success as they navigate the remainder of their schedules.
