The Kadoka (SD) varsity basketball team will host the Lemmon (SD) team for a home non-conference game on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM.

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What: South Dakota High School Basketball
Who: Kadoka vs Lemmon
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 4:00. p.m. ET
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Lemmon vs. Kadoka: A Statistical Analysis of the 2024-2025 Basketball Season

The Lemmon and Kadoka basketball teams have started their 2024-2025 seasons with starkly contrasting performances. While Lemmon has shown early promise with a strong record, Kadoka has faced challenges finding consistency. This article delves into their respective records, team statistics, and key players, providing an insightful comparison ahead of their future matchups.

Team Records & Performance

Lemmon (3-1 Overall, 1-0 Region)

• Home Record: 2-0
• Away Record: 1-0
• Neutral Record: 0-1
• Win Percentage: .750
• Region Win Percentage: 1.000
• Points For (PF): 222
• Points Against (PA): 180

Lemmon has demonstrated solid overall performance, particularly in regional games where they remain undefeated. They’ve also shown dominance at home, winning both games convincingly. Their only loss came in a neutral setting.

Kadoka (1-3 Overall)

• Home Record: 0-2
• Away Record: 1-1
• Win Percentage: .250
• Points For (PF): 243
• Points Against (PA): 250

Kadoka has struggled early in the season, with their sole victory coming in an away game. Despite their losing record, they’ve kept games competitive, with only a small point differential between points scored and points allowed.

Scoring Trends

Lemmon

While their quarter-by-quarter scoring averages are unavailable, Lemmon averages 55.5 points per game. This reflects a balanced offensive approach that has led to their winning record.

Kadoka

Kadoka averages 60.8 points per game, with strong performances in the fourth quarter (18.0 points) and overtime (2.0 points). However, their inconsistency in earlier quarters has contributed to their losses.

Team Statistics

Kadoka excels in team rebounds and assists, showcasing their ability to move the ball effectively and dominate the boards. However, their defensive stats, particularly blocks and steals, remain average.

Key Players

Lemmon

• Top Scorer: Not available
• Rebounds Leader: Not available
• Assists Leader: Not available

Lemmon’s team-oriented approach has been their hallmark, but individual player stats are currently unavailable for detailed analysis.

Kadoka

• Points Per Game Leader: Gus Stout (#5) – 16.0
• Rebounds Per Game Leader: Karson Eisenbraun (#3) – 9.3
• Assists Per Game Leader: Karson Eisenbraun (#3) – 3.7
• Steals Per Game Leader: Riley Running Enemy (#15) – 2.3
• Blocks Per Game Leader: Karson Eisenbraun (#3) – 1.0

Karson Eisenbraun has emerged as a versatile player for Kadoka, contributing significantly in rebounds, assists, and blocks. Gus Stout is their primary offensive weapon, leading in scoring.

Performance Against Common Opponents

Both teams have faced common opponents, with Lemmon boasting a 2-0 record and Kadoka standing at 1-0. Notable results include:

• Lemmon: Defeated Timber Lake (64-62) and Philip (52-26)
• Kadoka: Defeated Faith (55-40)

Lemmon’s ability to edge out a narrow win against Timber Lake and dominate Philip suggests stronger momentum compared to Kadoka’s single victory.

Record Breakdown

Lemmon’s superior performance in nearly every category reinforces their status as the stronger team early in the season.

Outlook

As the season progresses, Lemmon appears to have the upper hand, thanks to their consistent team play and home-court advantage. Kadoka, however, has shown flashes of potential, particularly in their offensive output. If Kadoka can address their defensive shortcomings and find greater consistency, they could pose a challenge in future matchups.

Basketball fans will undoubtedly keep an eye on these teams as they navigate their schedules, with the hope of a head-to-head matchup that could settle the debate on which team holds the upper hand this season.