The Jones (OK) varsity basketball team will host Chandler (OK) in a non-conference matchup on Friday, December 20, at 7:30 PM.
Here’s what you need to know Basketball:
What: Oklahoma High School Basketball
Who: Jones (OK) vs Chandler (OK)
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
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Chandler vs. Jones Basketball: A Look at the 2024-2025 Season
As the 2024-2025 basketball season heats up, two teams that have garnered attention are Chandler and Jones. With a mix of strong performances and early setbacks, both teams are shaping their identities for the season. Here’s a closer look at their records, performances, and upcoming matchups.
Chandler’s Perfect Start
Chandler’s basketball team has been on a roll to start the season, boasting an undefeated record of 3-0. With a perfect win percentage of 1.000, the team has shown dominance on both offense and defense. In total, Chandler has scored 216 points while allowing just 152 points across their first three games.
Scoring Breakdown
- First Quarter: 12.0 points per game
- Second Quarter: 17.0 points per game
- Third Quarter: 23.0 points per game
- Fourth Quarter: 19.0 points per game
- Final Average: 72.0 points per game
Chandler’s scoring is consistent, and they have found a way to increase their offensive output as the game progresses, with a significant jump in the third quarter. Their ability to perform in all four quarters has been a key to their success.
Record vs. Common Opponents
Chandler has faced some tough competition, including Luther and Wewoka, both of which they defeated. Their ability to take care of business in non-district matchups is a strong indicator of their potential for the rest of the season. They still have upcoming games against Tecumseh and McLoud, which could serve as crucial tests.
Jones’ Early Struggles
On the other hand, Jones has had a more challenging start to their season, with a record of 0-1. They have not yet found their rhythm and have struggled in their only district matchup, falling to their opponent with a final score of 67-52. Their scoring struggles are evident, averaging just 52 points per game so far.
Scoring Breakdown
- Average Points per Game: 52.0 points
- Games Played: 1
While their offensive production has been limited, Jones still has the potential to bounce back, especially as the season progresses. The team will need to find more consistency and efficiency in both their offense and defense to be competitive moving forward.
Record vs. Common Opponents
Jones has yet to face all the same teams as Chandler but will have the opportunity to do so in upcoming matchups. Their games against Luther and Wewoka will be crucial for them to find some momentum. These matchups are especially important given Chandler’s victories over both teams.
Comparing the Two Teams
While Chandler has built a strong start to the season, Jones has faced an early challenge, leaving them with room for improvement. Both teams share common opponents, but Chandler’s performance against them has been dominant, whereas Jones has yet to face these teams with any success.
Record Breakdown
- Chandler (3-0)
- Overall: 3-0
- Home: 2-0
- Away: 0-0
- Neutral: 1-0
- Jones (0-1)
- Overall: 0-1
- League: 0-1
- Non-League: 0-0
- Head-to-Head: 0-0
Chandler’s versatility in both home and neutral games gives them an edge over Jones, who has yet to find success in their lone league contest.
Looking Ahead
As the season progresses, both Chandler and Jones will face off against some of the same opponents. Chandler will be looking to continue its undefeated streak, while Jones has a lot of room to improve and could use their upcoming matchups to find their footing. Both teams will be eyeing the district matchups that could be pivotal for playoff positioning.
With Chandler’s early dominance and Jones’ potential for improvement, the 2024-2025 season promises to be an exciting one. Will Chandler maintain its perfect record, or will Jones turn things around and start to make a run? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure – both teams are determined to make an impact this season.