The Killdeer (ND) varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against Belfield (ND) today at 4:30 PM.
Game Details:
- Teams: Belfield vs Killdeer
- Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025
- Time: 4:30 PM
- Live stream: Watch Here
- Live stream: Watch Here
Belfield vs. Killdeer: A Look at the 2024-2025 Basketball Season
As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season unfolds, two teams from North Dakota have stood out in their respective categories: Belfield and Killdeer. Each team has demonstrated impressive skills and faced challenges that have shaped their season thus far. This article breaks down their performances, head-to-head records, and highlights common opponents.
Belfield Basketball Team Overview (2024-2025)
Belfield has had an eventful season with a record of 8 wins and 5 losses, boasting a competitive win percentage of .615. Their district performance mirrors their overall record, with a .500 district win percentage (3-3). Playing both home and away games, Belfield’s performance is slightly stronger at home (3-1) compared to away games (4-2). However, they did face some struggles in neutral-site games, with a 1-2 record.
The team has been scoring at an average of 57 points per game, with a strong start in the first quarter (18.0 points per game) and consistent performance throughout the rest of the game (averaging 17 points in the second quarter, 14 in the third, and 16 in the fourth).
Killdeer Basketball Team Overview (2024-2025)
On the other side, the Killdeer team has been dominant this season with an impressive 12-1 record. Their win percentage of .923 ranks them among the top teams in North Dakota. In league games, Killdeer remains undefeated, boasting a perfect 12-0 record, and they have also performed strongly in both home and away games (6-1 and 6-0, respectively). With an average of 64.9 points per game, Killdeer has been a formidable force, especially in their scoring consistency across all four quarters.
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced several common opponents, which provides an intriguing look at how each team has fared under similar conditions.
- Hettinger/Scranton – Belfield won their December 17th meeting against Hettinger/Scranton 61-60, while Killdeer later triumphed 79-55 on January 13th.
- Trinity – Belfield struggled against Trinity, suffering a tough loss (74-36) on December 19th. In contrast, Killdeer will face Trinity on February 11th, and the result will be keenly anticipated.
- New England – Belfield pulled off a narrow win (53-50) over New England on January 21st, while Killdeer dominated their meeting on December 13th, winning 85-32.
- South Heart – Both teams will face South Heart in upcoming games, with Belfield’s match scheduled for February 14th, while Killdeer has already beaten South Heart 74-45 on January 11th and will play them again on February 1st.
Head-to-Head Record
While both teams have faced similar opponents, they have not yet squared off against each other. However, their contrasting records—Belfield at 8-5 and Killdeer at 12-1—suggest a potentially thrilling matchup in the near future. The head-to-head game will be one to watch closely, as Belfield will look to challenge Killdeer’s undefeated district run.
Scoring Breakdown
Belfield’s scoring has been relatively balanced across the game, with a notable output in the first quarter (18 points). However, their scoring tends to taper off slightly in the later stages, averaging only 14 points in the third quarter and 16 points in the fourth.
In contrast, Killdeer has been a scoring powerhouse with an average of 64.9 points per game, showcasing consistency across all four quarters. Their scoring depth makes them a dangerous team to face, as they can execute strong performances from start to finish.
Conclusion
Belfield and Killdeer represent two different levels of success in the 2024-2025 basketball season. Belfield, with a solid but slightly inconsistent record, will need to find ways to close the gap against teams like Killdeer, who have shown dominance throughout the season. Both teams are set to meet up against common opponents like South Heart and Trinity, which will provide further insight into their strengths and weaknesses.
For now, Killdeer looks to continue their dominance, while Belfield will strive to make adjustments and build on their victories as the season progresses. Fans can look forward to a potential head-to-head matchup, where the challenge of overcoming an undefeated opponent may prove to be the ultimate test for the Belfield team.
