The Crooked Oak varsity basketball team (Oklahoma City, OK) will host a non-conference game against Lindsay (OK) on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to know Basketball:

What: Oklahoma High School Basketball
Who: Crooked Oak vs Lindsay
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Crooked Oak Dominates Early Season; Lindsay Struggles to Find Consistency

As the 2024-2025 basketball season unfolds, two teams—Crooked Oak and Lindsay—present a stark contrast in performance, team dynamics, and statistical dominance. Here’s an in-depth look at their rankings, records, and key players.

Team Records and Rankings

• Crooked Oak (5-0 Overall, 1-0 District)
  Crooked Oak has been flawless so far, boasting a perfect 5-0 record. They’ve maintained dominance in both district and non-league matchups with an impressive 1.000 win percentage. With 402 points scored compared to 257 points allowed, Crooked Oak showcases a balanced offense and defense.
• Lindsay (1-2 Overall, 0-0 League)
  Lindsay is off to a rocky start with a 1-2 record. Their sole win came in an away game, while they’ve struggled at home. With a .333 win percentage, Lindsay has been outscored 157 to 138, underscoring challenges on both ends of the court.

Team Scoring Averages

Crooked Oak has emerged as a scoring powerhouse, averaging an astounding 80.4 points per game, far outpacing Lindsay’s average of 46.0. Lindsay shows inconsistency across quarters, with a notable dip in the second quarter (5.0 points) compared to their strong opening performance (18.0 points).

Team Stat Comparison

• Crooked Oak:
  • Points Per Game: 72.4
  • Rebounds Per Game: 26.2
  • Assists Per Game: 17.0
  • Steals Per Game: 13.0
  • Blocks Per Game: 1.0
• Lindsay:
  While Lindsay’s detailed stats are not provided, it’s clear they face an uphill battle matching Crooked Oak’s efficiency.

Key Players to Watch

• Lindsay:
  Jamel Morris (#13) stands out as Lindsay’s anchor, leading in points (24.5), rebounds (6.5), and blocks (0.3) per game. Tre Martinez (#4) contributes with 4.2 assists per game, while Elijah Garcia (#15) adds defensive intensity with 3.2 steals per game.
• Crooked Oak:
  Crooked Oak’s roster delivers balanced contributions, outperforming national averages in several key metrics.

Performance Breakdown

• Crooked Oak excels across all venues, whether at home (1-0), away (2-0), or neutral courts (2-0).
• Lindsay’s struggles are particularly pronounced at home (0-1), though they have shown flashes of promise in away games (1-1).

Analysis and Outlook

Crooked Oak’s unrelenting offense, coupled with disciplined defense, has cemented them as early-season favorites. With a deep, cohesive roster and stellar stats, they are poised to make a deep playoff run. Conversely, Lindsay’s reliance on Jamel Morris highlights their lack of depth. To turn their season around, they must find consistency and increase contributions from role players.

As these teams navigate the rest of their schedules, it will be interesting to see if Lindsay can rise to the challenge or if Crooked Oak will continue their commanding run.