The Jellico (TN) varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against Midway (Kingston, TN) on Friday, December 20, at 6:30 p.m. The game will take place at Jellico High School.

Here’s what you need to Basketball know:

What: Tennessee High School Basketball
Who: Jellico vs Midway
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 6:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Midway vs. Jellico Basketball Preview: December 20, 2024

As the high school basketball season intensifies, two Tennessee teams are set to face off in what promises to be an exciting match-up. On Friday, December 20, 2024, the Midway (Kingston, TN) varsity basketball team will travel to Jellico (TN) for an away non-conference game. This will be the first of two meetings between these teams this season, with the return match scheduled for January 31, 2025.

Team Records & Standings

Midway (5-3 overall, 1-0 district) enters this game with a strong 62.6 points-per-game average and a solid 64.0 points per game so far. They have shown their ability to secure victories both at home and on the road, with a 3-2 record at home and a 2-1 record away. Their district play has been flawless so far, maintaining a 100% win rate in league games.

Jellico (5-4 overall, 1-0 district), on the other hand, has had a slightly more balanced season, scoring 66.8 points per game. They have been especially strong in their district play, with a perfect 1-0 record, but their road performance has seen more challenges, with a 3-3 record in away games.

Key Player Matchups

Both teams feature standout individual performances this season.

Midway’s Key Players:

• Brady Arndts leads the team with 19.0 points per game, showcasing his scoring ability.
• Dalton Cowell has contributed heavily in the rebounding department, pulling down 5.0 rebounds per game.
• Brennan Reed has been the team’s assist leader with 5.0 assists per game.

Jellico’s Key Players:

• Trey Vann is the scoring leader for Jellico with 19.7 points per game, just edging out Midway’s Arndts.
• Trey Vann also leads in rebounds with 5.8 boards per game.
• Caleb Rose stands out with 2.6 steals per game, helping fuel Jellico’s defense.

Statistical Comparison

While both teams have put up impressive numbers, they differ in key areas:

• Midway averages 64.0 points per game, slightly behind Jellico’s 66.8. However, Midway has been slightly more effective defensively, allowing 409 points across their 8 games, compared to Jellico’s 607.
• In the rebounding department, Jellico holds a notable edge, averaging 31.0 rebounds per game, compared to Midway’s 22.0.
• Midway has also been more effective in stealing the ball, with 9.0 steals per game, while Jellico averages 13.0.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced several of the same opponents this season, with mixed results. Notably:

• Midway secured victories over Oakdale (73-35) and Coalfield (79-42), while Jellico triumphed over Oakdale (73-36) and Coalfield (90-55).
• Both teams lost to Oliver Springs, but Midway’s loss (64-57) was slightly closer than Jellico’s earlier defeat (78-48).

Game Outlook

With both teams looking to solidify their early-season momentum, this game offers a chance for each squad to assert themselves. Midway will be looking to leverage their balanced offense and tight district play, while Jellico will hope to overcome their road struggles and capitalize on their stronger rebounding and scoring capabilities.

Final Prediction: The game is expected to be a closely contested battle, but Jellico’s home-court advantage and strong rebounding could prove pivotal in giving them the edge over Midway.

Tip-off for the game is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Friday, December 20, 2024, at Jellico High School. Don’t miss out on what promises to be an exciting matchup between these two Tennessee basketball teams