The Hamilton Southeastern varsity basketball team (Fishers, IN) will host a conference game against Westfield (IN) on Friday, January 17, at 7:45 p.m.

Hamilton Southeastern vs Westfield Game Info:

What: Indiana High School Basketball
Who: Hamilton Southeastern (IN) vs Westfield (IN)
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 7:45 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Hamilton Southeastern vs Westfield

As the high school basketball season progresses, two standout teams in Indiana—Westfield and Hamilton Southeastern—have delivered impressive performances. With both teams entering the second half of their respective seasons, the statistics and records highlight key differences and similarities that make each squad unique. Let’s take a closer look at their season so far.

Team Records & Overall Performance

• Westfield boasts a stellar 8-1 record, with a strong win percentage of .889. The team has performed well both at home (4-0) and away (4-1), showing their dominance on the road as well. Their offense has been impressive, scoring an average of 63.7 points per game.
• Hamilton Southeastern, on the other hand, holds a solid 8-5 record but has faced challenges in conference play, posting a 0-2 conference record. Their overall win percentage stands at .615, with a slightly lower points per game average of 60.5.

Scoring Trends

Both teams show distinct scoring patterns across the quarters of play. Westfield has been consistent, averaging 15.9 points in the first quarter and maintaining scoring through the rest of the game. Hamilton Southeastern, however, has a notable fluctuation in their scoring, starting with 15.0 points in Q1 and trailing off significantly in Q2 (8.0 points) before surging in the third quarter with 24.0 points, only to finish with a weaker 10.0 points in Q4.

Key Team Stats

• Westfield averages 63.7 points per game, slightly ahead of Hamilton Southeastern’s 60.5. They also lead in rebounds with 25.9 rebounds per game compared to 25.0 for Hamilton Southeastern. Additionally, Westfield excels in assists, with 15.8 assists per game, significantly outpacing Hamilton Southeastern’s 13.9 assists.
• On the defensive side, Westfield has been slightly more aggressive in steals, averaging 6.4 per game, while Hamilton Southeastern manages 5.5 steals. Westfield’s blocks are lower than Hamilton Southeastern’s, with 1.3 blocks per game compared to 2.4 for Hamilton Southeastern.

Player Leaders

• Westfield‘s top scorer is Drew Haffner, contributing an average of 13.3 points per game, while Durante Morton leads the team with 4.9 rebounds. Jalen Malone is also an all-around contributor, posting 3.1 assists and 1.3 steals per game.
• Hamilton Southeastern is led by Braeden Totton, who averages 12.5 points per game, and Luke Weemer, who contributes 5.2 rebounds per game. Jack Jacobs is the top assist provider with 3.2 assists per game, while Totton also leads in steals with 1.7 per game.

Common Opponents

When facing common opponents, Westfield has had more success, with a 4-1 record against teams like Pendleton Heights, Noblesville, and Carmel. In contrast, Hamilton Southeastern has struggled with a 1-2 record against the same set of teams. Notably, both teams defeated Marion, but Westfield’s win margin was more impressive, winning by a larger margin.

Record Breakdown

• Westfield has been dominant in non-league matchups with a perfect 7-0 record, while Hamilton Southeastern has a 6-3 record in the same category. In their head-to-head meetings, both teams are yet to face each other this season but have plenty of opportunities in the coming weeks, with matchups scheduled against teams like Pendleton Heights and Carmel for Hamilton Southeastern, and Brownsburg and Avon for Westfield.
• Both teams have shown solid performances in home games, with Westfield going 4-0 at home and Hamilton Southeastern posting a 2-2 record.

Conclusion

As the season progresses, Westfield looks poised to maintain its position at the top, with an excellent record and well-rounded team. However, Hamilton Southeastern has the potential to make a strong push, especially with players like Totton and Jacobs leading the way. As these two teams continue their respective campaigns, the upcoming matchups will be crucial in determining who can seize control in the race to the playoffs.

The season remains exciting, and both teams will be looking to fine-tune their strategies in order to position themselves for success in the latter stages of the season.