The Lakeside (Evans, GA) varsity basketball team will face Augusta Christian (Martinez, GA) in a neutral tournament game today at 7 p.m.

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What: South Carolina High School Basketball
Who: Lakeside vs Augusta Christian
When: Friday, December 13, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
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Augusta Christian vs. Lakeside: A 2024-2025 Basketball Season Analysis

As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, the contrasting fortunes of Augusta Christian and Lakeside High School are clear. These two Georgia-based teams have displayed differing performance levels, and their records, scoring averages, and head-to-head outcomes against common opponents tell an interesting story about their strengths and weaknesses. Here’s a detailed look at their respective seasons so far, based on the available statistics.

Team Overview

Augusta Christian has had a successful start to the season, boasting a 6-2 overall record with a win percentage of .750. Their success is not limited to home games, as they’ve also managed to secure victories away and on neutral courts. They’ve scored an average of 67.9 points per game, with a strong performance across all four quarters. The team averages 20.5 points in the first quarter, followed by 17.5 in the second, 14.0 in the third, and 14.5 in the final period. While their offensive production has remained steady, they are also maintaining a solid defense with an average of 505 points allowed over the course of the season.

In contrast, Lakeside has struggled, currently holding a 3-5 overall record and a win percentage of .375. Their scoring average is 50.0 points per game, with a notable discrepancy between their second and third-quarter performances. Lakeside averages just 8.0 points in the first quarter and 10.5 points in the fourth, indicating a pattern of slow starts and possibly inconsistent execution down the stretch. However, their third-quarter scoring average of 18.5 points does suggest that they may have the ability to adjust mid-game, though they often fall short in closing out contests. Their defense has allowed 456 points this season, putting them in a challenging position when it comes to stopping opponents.

Common Opponents

Both Augusta Christian and Lakeside have faced common opponents this season, which provides a valuable comparison. Augusta Christian holds a 3-2 record against these shared teams, while Lakeside has only managed a 0-2 record. The differences in these results highlight the contrasting performance levels of the two teams.

Key Games Against Common Opponents:

• Evans:
  • Augusta Christian secured wins on both November 16, 2024 (66-51) and December 3, 2024 (53-51), showcasing their ability to handle tough opposition.
  • Lakeside will face Evans on January 10, 2025, January 21, 2025, and January 31, 2025, with a chance to improve on their 0-2 mark.
• Greenbrier:
  • Augusta Christian lost to Greenbrier on November 19, 2024 (67-59), but Lakeside will look to rebound from their own defeat on January 14, 2025, and January 24, 2025, in their matchups against Greenbrier.
• Grovetown:
  • Augusta Christian lost a close game to Grovetown on November 30, 2024 (74-65), while Lakeside faced Grovetown earlier in the season and lost 69-51 on November 19, 2024.
• Westside:
  • Augusta Christian triumphed over Westside on December 7, 2024 (95-86), whereas Lakeside struggled in their matchup against Westside, suffering a heavy defeat (97-38) on November 12, 2024.

Record Breakdown

Looking deeper into their records, Augusta Christian’s success has largely been driven by their non-league games, where they have a dominant 6-1 record. Their league record is clean at 0-0, as they haven’t played in-state competition yet. However, Lakeside has faced a more difficult path in their non-league games, with a 2-2 record. Their performance in league play will be critical as they continue their season, but they’ve already faced tough opposition early on.

Home, Away, and Neutral Performance:

• Augusta Christian: The team has shown their strength on their home court with a 3-1 record and has also managed a strong 2-1 record in neutral-site games. Their away record of 1-0 further reflects their adaptability and ability to perform in different environments.
• Lakeside: Lakeside’s performance at home (1-1) is modest, and they’ve had a tougher time away, with a 1-3 record in neutral games and 1-1 on the road.

Conclusion

As the season unfolds, it’s clear that Augusta Christian has the upper hand in both overall performance and their ability to handle common opponents. Their balanced scoring, especially in the first half of games, along with a steady defense, has kept them ahead in the win column. On the other hand, Lakeside needs to find consistency, especially in their early-game execution and defensive capabilities, if they hope to turn around their season. The upcoming matchups against common opponents like Evans and Greenbrier will be crucial for both teams to build momentum as they head into the latter part of the season.