The La Pine (OR) varsity basketball team will host Lakeview (OR) for a non-conference game on Friday, December 27, 2024, at 6:00 PM.

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What: Oregon High School Basketball
Who: La Pine vs Lakeview
When: Friday, December 27, 2024
Time: 6:00. p.m. ET
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Lakeview vs. La Pine Basketball: A Comparative Analysis

As the 2024-2025 basketball season unfolds, the Lakeview and La Pine teams have had their fair share of challenges and successes. Both schools from Oregon have had some notable moments, but their records show distinct differences in performance, which could shape the narrative as the season continues.

Team Overview

Lakeview has a record of 4-5, with a win percentage of .444. Their performance has been evenly split between home and away games. At home, they have a solid 2-2 record, while on the road, their performance dips to 2-3. Despite the .444 win percentage, the team has shown resilience with a scoring average of 48.1 points per game (PPG). Their points allowed (PA) are higher, sitting at 502 across their games, indicating room for improvement in defense.

La Pine, on the other hand, has struggled with a 2-6 overall record, translating to a win percentage of just .250. Their performance has been particularly weak on the road, where they are yet to win, holding a 0-3 record. Their home performance is slightly better, with a 1-1 record, and their overall scoring average is close to Lakeview’s, standing at 47.4 PPG. However, like Lakeview, they’ve allowed 467 points, showing similar defensive challenges.

Team Scoring Breakdown

Lakeview’s scoring pattern shows a strong first quarter (24.0 PPG), but they tend to taper off as the game progresses, scoring 9.0 PPG in both the second and third quarters before finishing strong with 13.5 PPG in the final period. This shows their ability to start strong but potentially struggle in the middle of the game, with a marked improvement in the final quarter.

La Pine has not yet broken down their scoring by quarter, but their overall scoring average of 47.4 PPG suggests they have some consistency, though not necessarily the same explosive start that Lakeview enjoys.

Common Opponents

When comparing common opponents, Lakeview has faced off against these teams with a 1-1 record, while La Pine has struggled, posting a 0-3 record against the same schools. Both teams have matched up against North Lake, Bonanza, Mazama, and Lost River, with varying results.

• On 12/12/24, Lakeview secured a win over North Lake at home (56-33), while La Pine lost to North Lake on 12/4/24.
• Both teams faced Bonanza with similar results. Lakeview lost a close game (59-58) on 12/18/24, while La Pine suffered a much heavier defeat (71-40) at the hands of Bonanza on 12/20/24.
• Looking ahead, Henley will be another common opponent for both teams, with Lakeview playing them on 12/30/24 and La Pine facing them on 1/7/25. This will be an important matchup to track for both teams.

Record Breakdown

• Lakeview has performed decently in non-league games, holding a 4-5 record in these contests. Their league games, however, are yet to commence.
• La Pine, with only two wins on the season, has been struggling in non-league play (1-5). They will need to turn things around in league competition if they are to have a successful season.

Both teams have a similar home-and-away split, with Lakeview slightly outperforming La Pine in both categories. Their games in neutral settings will be crucial, as both teams look to improve their overall performance.

Conclusion

While both Lakeview and La Pine have faced similar challenges this season, Lakeview appears to have a slight edge with a more balanced and competitive record. La Pine will need to address their defensive and offensive struggles if they hope to turn the season around, particularly against strong opponents like Mazama and Lost River, whom both teams will face in the coming weeks. Lakeview, though inconsistent, has shown the ability to perform better in certain situations, particularly with their scoring capabilities in the first and final quarters.

Both teams are set for interesting matchups ahead, and the season is still young, leaving plenty of room for improvement and surprises. Fans of both schools will be hoping for stronger performances in the upcoming games, especially against mutual opponents.