The Dakota Valley varsity basketball team (North Sioux City, SD) will host a non-conference game against Lakota Tech (Pine Ridge, SD) today at 4:30 PM.

Here’s what you need Basketball to know:

What: South Dakota High School Basketball
Who: Dakota Valley vs Lakota Tech
When: Saturday, January 4, 2025
Time: 4:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Lakota Tech vs. Dakota Valley: A Statistical Breakdown

The 2024-2025 season has been an exciting one for both Lakota Tech and Dakota Valley, with contrasting records and impressive performances on the court. Here, we take a closer look at the two teams’ statistics, strengths, and overall performance.

Lakota Tech (24-25)

Lakota Tech has posted a mixed record so far, with an overall performance of 3-3. The team has shown promise, particularly in their region play, boasting a perfect 1.000 win percentage in the region. Despite their balanced performance, their overall win percentage stands at .500, having scored 283 points while conceding 343 across all games.

Team Scoring Average: Lakota Tech averages 47.2 points per game. The breakdown of their scoring by quarters is unclear, but their overall average indicates they need to improve offensively to be more competitive.

Team Stats:

• Points Per Game: 47.2
• Rebounds Per Game: 21.7
• Assists Per Game: 8.7
• Steals Per Game: 7.2
• Blocks Per Game: 1.0

Key Player: Julian Tonche, the standout player for Lakota Tech, leads the team in several categories:

• Points Per Game: 10.3
• Rebounds Per Game: 4.3
• Steals Per Game: 1.8

Tonche’s contributions have been vital for Lakota Tech’s scoring and defense, but they will need more support from other players to advance further in the season.

Dakota Valley (24-25)

Dakota Valley, on the other hand, has been a dominant force, currently holding a perfect 4-0 record with an impressive 1.000 win percentage. The team has also excelled in their region play, winning both regional games. With 287 points scored and only 181 points allowed, their offensive and defensive statistics are among the best.

Team Scoring Average: Dakota Valley puts up an average of 71.8 points per game. Their scoring is balanced throughout the game, with a high-scoring first quarter and consistent scoring in subsequent quarters. Here’s a breakdown of their scoring:

• Q1: 16.3 points
• Q2: 20.0 points
• Q3: 19.3 points
• Q4: 19.0 points

Team Stats:

• Points Per Game: 71.8
• Rebounds Per Game: 31.8
• Assists Per Game: 16.5
• Steals Per Game: 8.5
• Blocks Per Game: 1.3

Key Players: Dakota Valley’s offense is led by Luke Bruns, who has been outstanding with 24.5 points per game, significantly boosting their offensive numbers. He also contributes on the boards, with 6.8 rebounds per game. Other key players like Logan Collette (6.0 assists per game) and Dylan Lukken (0.5 blocks per game) have played crucial roles in both offense and defense.

Record Breakdown Comparison

While Lakota Tech’s record shows some challenges, Dakota Valley has a perfect streak, showcasing their dominant form. Here’s a breakdown of their performances:

• Overall: Lakota Tech 3-3, Dakota Valley 4-0
• Region Play: Lakota Tech 1-0, Dakota Valley 2-0
• Home Games: Lakota Tech 0-0, Dakota Valley 2-0
• Away Games: Lakota Tech 1-1, Dakota Valley 2-0
• Neutral Games: Lakota Tech 2-2, Dakota Valley 2-2
• Playoffs: Both teams have yet to play in the postseason, but Dakota Valley’s perfect record may put them in a strong position for the future.

Conclusion

Both teams are formidable in their own right, but Dakota Valley has clearly established themselves as the stronger team so far this season. Their high-scoring offense and solid defense are major advantages, and with key players like Luke Bruns leading the charge, they seem poised to continue their dominance.

Lakota Tech, though off to a more mixed start, has the potential to improve. With Julian Tonche leading the way, they have the tools to become more competitive, but they will need to work on boosting their offensive output and consistency to match Dakota Valley’s intensity.

This matchup of styles—Dakota Valley’s high-powered offense against Lakota Tech’s defensive-minded play—promises to be one to watch as both teams continue to develop throughout the season.