The Elgin (OR) varsity basketball team will host Pilot Rock (OR) for a home conference game on Friday, December 27, 2024, at 4:30 PM.

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What: Oregon High School Basketball
Who: Elgin vs Pilot Rock
When: Friday, December 27, 2024
Time: 4:30. p.m. ET
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Pilot Rock vs. Elgin Basketball Showdown: A Look at the 2024-2025 Season

As the 2024-2025 basketball season unfolds, two teams in Oregon’s Class 2A basketball scene are making waves with their strong performances: Pilot Rock and Elgin. While both teams have distinct paths to their records, their head-to-head matchups, common opponents, and scoring stats provide intriguing insights into the rest of the season. Let’s break down their rankings, records, and what we can expect from these two competitive teams.

Pilot Rock (24-25) Overview

Pilot Rock has been a dominant force this season, boasting an undefeated overall record of 7-0. Their league performance is equally impressive with a perfect 2-0 in league play. On the road and in neutral sites, they’ve also been undefeated, showcasing their ability to perform under various conditions. Notably, Pilot Rock has been a high-scoring team, averaging 53.9 points per game, which places them at the top of the scoring charts for their region.

Pilot Rock’s Record Breakdown:

• Overall Record: 7-0
• League Record: 2-0
• Home Record: 4-0
• Away Record: 2-0
• Neutral Record: 1-0
• Points Scored: 377
• Points Allowed: 256
• Win Percentage: 1.000
• League Win Percentage: 1.000

They have not only been effective in their wins but have also shown a balanced defense, conceding just 256 points over seven games. This balance between offense and defense will be key as they continue through their schedule, where they face tough opponents such as Imbler, Cove, and Joseph in the coming months.

Elgin (24-25) Overview

Elgin, with an overall record of 3-2, has been competitive but has faced a few setbacks. Despite their 1-0 start in league play, their overall performance has been more inconsistent, particularly in away games, where they have yet to win. However, Elgin has been solid at home and has a perfect 2-0 record in neutral site games.

Their average points per game stand at 44.0, a noticeable difference compared to Pilot Rock’s higher scoring. Elgin’s ability to control the pace of the game will be crucial as they face tough non-league games and prepare for their upcoming league matchups.

Elgin’s Record Breakdown:

• Overall Record: 3-2
• League Record: 1-0
• Home Record: 0-2
• Away Record: 1-0
• Neutral Record: 2-0
• Points Scored: 220
• Points Allowed: 192
• Win Percentage: .600
• League Win Percentage: 1.000

Though Elgin has managed some impressive victories, particularly in neutral settings, their scoring output will need to improve to compete consistently with higher-scoring teams like Pilot Rock.

Head-to-Head Matchup

While Pilot Rock has dominated the season so far, Elgin will be looking to challenge them in their head-to-head matchup, which is yet to take place. The teams have yet to meet this season, but past records show that Pilot Rock is the stronger team when it comes to common opponents. Pilot Rock holds a 5-0 record against common opponents, while Elgin is 3-0, though they have yet to face some of the more difficult teams that Pilot Rock has already faced, including Huntington and Joseph.

Common Opponents

Both Pilot Rock and Elgin have faced several common opponents this season, such as Wallowa, New Hope Christian, Huntington, and Joseph. Pilot Rock has been perfect in these matchups, winning all five games against these teams. Elgin, on the other hand, has a 3-0 record against similar teams, including wins against New Hope Christian, Huntington, and Imbler. However, their loss to New Hope Christian in December shows that Elgin is still finding its rhythm as the season progresses.

Key Upcoming Dates

• Pilot Rock: January 15 vs. Cove, January 17 vs. Cove, February 6 vs. Cove
• Elgin: January 17 vs. Wallowa, February 6 vs. Wallowa, January 3 vs. Cove

These matchups will be critical for both teams as they look to extend their season records and solidify their standing in the league.

Conclusion

As the 2024-2025 season continues, Pilot Rock looks poised to maintain their undefeated streak, with both their offensive firepower and defensive consistency setting them apart. Meanwhile, Elgin will need to improve its performance on the road and increase its scoring to match the intensity of the league’s top contenders. Their upcoming matchups will be pivotal, and the potential head-to-head clash between Pilot Rock and Elgin will surely be one to watch.

Both teams have their strengths, and as the season progresses, it will be exciting to see how their paths unfold, especially in their matchups against each other and their remaining schedule.