The El Reno (OK) varsity basketball team will play a home non-conference game against Choctaw (OK) today at 7:30 PM.
Game Details
Matchup: Choctaw vs El Reno
Date: Friday, Jan. 24, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: El Reno (OK)
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Choctaw vs. El Reno Basketball Teams: A 2024-2025 Season Analysis
As the 2024-2025 Oklahoma high school basketball season intensifies, two teams have consistently stood out in their respective districts: Choctaw and El Reno. Both teams have had impressive performances, yet their records and team dynamics reflect distinct differences in playstyle, consistency, and overall success. Let’s dive into the statistics and performance breakdown for these two powerhouses.
Team Overview
Choctaw (24-25 Season)
- Overall Record: 9-6
- District Record: 4-2
- Home Record: 3-0
- Away Record: 2-3
- Neutral Record: 4-3
- Win Percentage: .600
- District Win Percentage: .667
- Points For (PF): 921
- Points Against (PA): 806
Choctaw has shown resilience this season, especially at home, where they are unbeaten. However, their away games have been a challenge, with a slightly lower success rate. Despite this, their offense has been strong, averaging 61.4 points per game.
El Reno (24-25 Season)
- Overall Record: 12-0
- District Record: 7-0
- Home Record: 8-0
- Away Record: 3-0
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- Win Percentage: 1.000
- District Win Percentage: 1.000
- Points For (PF): 922
- Points Against (PA): 541
El Reno is having a perfect season so far with a flawless 12-0 record. Their ability to perform well both at home and on the road has been remarkable, showing their depth and consistency across different environments. Their defense stands out, as they’ve allowed just 541 points through 12 games, averaging only 45.1 points against per game.
Scoring Breakdown
Choctaw Scoring Averages:
- Q1: 16.3
- Q2: 12.7
- Q3: 13.7
- Q4: 15.0
- Final Average: 61.4
Choctaw’s scoring is spread fairly evenly throughout the game, with their most productive quarter being the first, where they average 16.3 points. This shows that Choctaw often starts strong, but their scoring balance across all quarters speaks to their team’s ability to adjust and play efficiently.
El Reno Scoring Averages:
- Q1: 15.0
- Q2: 11.5
- Q3: 15.5
- Q4: 15.5
- Final Average: 76.8
El Reno’s scoring is more robust across all four quarters, with their most productive periods being the third and fourth quarters, where they average 15.5 points each. Their ability to maintain a high-scoring pace throughout the game indicates their stamina and offensive firepower.
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced common opponents during the season, which offers a helpful comparison of their relative strength.
- Eisenhower
- Choctaw vs. Eisenhower (12/17/24): Choctaw won 87-45
- El Reno vs. Eisenhower (1/11/25): El Reno won 85-55
Both teams demonstrated their dominance in games against Eisenhower, though Choctaw’s victory margin was slightly higher.
- Broken Arrow
- Choctaw vs. Broken Arrow (1/23/25): Choctaw lost 54-41
- El Reno vs. Broken Arrow (1/25/25): This game is still pending, but El Reno enters the matchup with an undefeated record, which will be key to watch.
Record Breakdown by Category
Choctaw:
- Overall Record: 9-6
- League Record: 4-2
- Home Record: 3-0
- Away Record: 2-3
- Neutral Record: 4-3
- In-State Record: 8-5
- Out-of-State Record: 1-1
El Reno:
- Overall Record: 12-0
- League Record: 7-0
- Home Record: 8-0
- Away Record: 3-0
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- In-State Record: 12-0
- Out-of-State Record: 0-0
El Reno’s perfect record stands out as a major accomplishment, with an unblemished 8-0 at home and a solid 3-0 on the road. In comparison, Choctaw’s 9-6 record reflects a mix of success and challenges across different competition levels, with their away games proving to be tougher.
Conclusion
Choctaw and El Reno both represent excellence in Oklahoma high school basketball, but El Reno’s undefeated season thus far has given them a notable edge. While Choctaw has been impressive, particularly at home, they have yet to find the same consistency in away games. El Reno’s balanced offensive attack, combined with their strong defense, makes them a team to beat in the district and state. The upcoming matchups, including the Broken Arrow game, will be crucial in determining whether Choctaw can challenge El Reno’s dominance or if the undefeated streak continues.
