The East High School varsity basketball team (Salt Lake City, UT) will host Bingham (South Jordan, UT) in a non-conference game today at 7 p.m.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Utah High School Basketball
Who: East vs Bingham
When: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Bingham vs. East: A Look at the Early Season Performance in 2024-2025

The 2024-2025 high school basketball season is off to an exciting start, with two of the top teams in the state, Bingham and East, both showing impressive records. As the season progresses, both teams are looking strong in their respective categories, showcasing some excellent individual performances and team dynamics. Let’s take a deeper dive into their current standings, key stats, and what fans can expect moving forward.

Team Records and Performance

Both Bingham and East have started their seasons with a perfect 2-0 record. With a win percentage of 1.000, both teams have proven they are capable of performing under pressure, whether at home or on the road.

• Bingham (24-25):
  • Overall: 2-0
  • Home: 1-0
  • Away: 1-0
  • Points Scored (PF): 147
  • Points Allowed (PA): 85
• East (24-25):
  • Overall: 2-0
  • Home: 1-0
  • Away: 1-0
  • Points Scored (PF): 132
  • Points Allowed (PA): 100

Bingham has been particularly dominant on offense, averaging 73.5 points per game, outpacing East’s 66.0. Despite this, East has managed to keep their opponents at bay with a solid defensive showing.

Scoring Breakdown

Both teams have shown strong offensive play, though their scoring patterns differ.

• Bingham:
  • Bingham’s offense is well-rounded, with an average of 22.5 points per game in the first quarter alone. Their scoring dips slightly in the second quarter (16.5 points), but they recover well in the third (19.0 points) and fourth quarters (15.5 points). This balance helps them maintain a high scoring average throughout the game.
• East:
  • East’s scoring is more uneven, with their lowest output coming in the second quarter (12.0 points). However, they excel in the third quarter, scoring 21.0 points. The team’s ability to surge in the latter stages of the game makes them a formidable opponent in the second half.

Team Stat Comparison

When comparing team statistics, Bingham and East each have their strengths and areas where they could improve.

• Bingham:
  • Points per game: 73.0
  • Rebounds per game: 29.5
  • Assists per game: 17.0
  • Steals per game: 20.5
  • Blocks per game: 2.5
• East:
  • Points per game: 63.0
  • Rebounds per game: 40.0
  • Assists per game: 9.5
  • Steals per game: 9.0
  • Blocks per game: 3.5

While Bingham leads in scoring, assists, and steals, East has a clear advantage in rebounding. East’s ability to grab 40 rebounds per game demonstrates their physicality in the paint, which may prove crucial in close games. Additionally, East is also blocking more shots per game, indicating a strong defensive presence.

Key Players

Both teams have standout players that are key to their early-season success.

• Bingham:
  • Luke West (#2): A dominant force for Bingham, leading the team with 16.0 points per game and contributing 3.5 assists per game.
  • Lucas Neidig (#32): A strong presence in the paint, leading Bingham with 6.5 rebounds per game.
• East:
  • Logan Lunt (#10): East’s top scorer with 17.0 points per game and a standout rebounder, averaging 9.5 per game.
  • Jett Rimando (#0): Contributing 3.0 assists per game, Rimando is key in orchestrating East’s offense.

Upcoming Matchups

Both teams have a number of exciting matchups in the coming months. Although they have not yet played each other this season, their paths will cross on the court in games against common opponents like Olympus and Brighton. These games will provide further insight into how each team stacks up against tough competition.

• Bingham:
  • Will face Olympus on December 3, 2024, and Brighton on December 31, 2024.
  • Also has a matchup against Mountain Ridge on January 21, 2025.
• East:
  • Will play Olympus on January 21, 2025, and Brighton on January 24, 2025.
  • East’s first matchup with Mountain Ridge is on December 18, 2024.

Record Breakdown

• Bingham:
  • 2-0 overall and 2-0 in non-league games
  • 1-0 at home and 1-0 on the road
• East:
  • 2-0 overall and 2-0 in non-league games
  • 1-0 at home and 1-0 on the road

Both teams have shown that they can handle pressure both at home and on the road, setting the stage for what promises to be a thrilling season.

Conclusion

As the 2024-2025 season progresses, both Bingham and East will be teams to watch. With their perfect records and impressive early performances, they are poised to be serious contenders in their respective leagues. Whether it’s Bingham’s offensive firepower or East’s rebounding dominance, each team has its strengths that could lead them to success as the season continues. Fans can look forward to exciting matchups, and it will be interesting to see how these teams perform as they face off against common and league opponents in the coming months.