The Lausanne Collegiate (Memphis, TN) varsity basketball team will face Jefferson City (MO) in a neutral tournament game today at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need Basketball to know:

What: Tennessee High School Basketball
Who: Lausanne Collegiate vs Jefferson
When: Friday, December 27, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Team Comparison: Jefferson City vs. Lausanne Collegiate Basketball

As the season unfolds, two teams with differing records and strategies are catching attention: Jefferson City from Missouri and Lausanne Collegiate from Tennessee. Both teams have shown promising capabilities, but their paths have varied in terms of performance, scoring, and overall strategy. Here’s a breakdown of how they stack up against each other in several key categories.

Team Overview

Jefferson City (24-25)

• Record: 4-1 overall, with a 3-0 home record
• Scoring Average: 66.6 PPG
• Points Allowed: 294
• Win %: .800

Jefferson City has had a strong start to the season with a solid 4-1 record. Their performance is particularly impressive at home, where they remain undefeated. The team has a well-balanced attack, averaging 66.6 points per game and playing solid defense, limiting opponents to 294 points over five games.

Lausanne Collegiate (24-25)

• Record: 6-6 overall, with a 2-3 home record
• Scoring Average: 56.8 PPG
• Points Allowed: 639
• Win %: .500

In contrast, Lausanne Collegiate has a more mixed record of 6-6. The team has shown flashes of potential, especially on the road, with a 3-2 record in neutral and away games. Despite their balanced schedule, Lausanne’s scoring average (56.8 points per game) is lower than Jefferson City’s, and their defense has struggled, giving up 639 points.

Team Scoring and Performance Trends

Looking deeper into the teams’ performance across quarters reveals how each team approaches different game situations.

Jefferson City:

• First Half: The team is consistently strong, averaging 18.7 points in both the first and second quarters.
• Second Half: They tend to see a slight dip in scoring during the third quarter, with only 18.0 points, but recover in the fourth, scoring 12 points to finish strong.
• Final Average: 66.6 points per game.

Lausanne Collegiate:

• First Half: Lausanne starts slow, averaging just 13.0 in the first quarter and 8.0 in the second.
• Second Half: The team shows resilience in the third and fourth quarters, scoring 22.5 and 17.5 points, respectively.
• Final Average: 56.8 points per game.

Jefferson City has demonstrated more consistency across quarters, while Lausanne Collegiate has a tendency to perform better in the second half after slow starts. However, Lausanne’s overall scoring average is still significantly lower.

Key Players

Each team has standout players who contribute significantly to their respective performances.

Jefferson City:

• Zuri McClure (Points Per Game): 13.6
• Matthew Lowe (Rebounds Per Game): 6.7
• Marion Brewer (Assists Per Game): 4.2
• Josh Taylor (Steals Per Game): 2.3
• Matthew Lowe (Blocks Per Game): 0.8

Lausanne Collegiate:

• Points: Zuri McClure leads Jefferson City with an impressive 13.6 points per game, well ahead of Lausanne’s leading scorer.
• Rebounds: Matthew Lowe has been a dominant presence on the boards for Jefferson City, contributing 6.7 rebounds per game compared to Lausanne’s leaders.
• Assists & Steals: Marion Brewer and Josh Taylor are the key facilitators and defensive players for Jefferson City, with solid contributions in assists (4.2) and steals (2.3).
• Blocks: Lowe’s defensive presence extends to blocking shots, adding an additional layer to his versatility.

Record Breakdown: Head-to-Head & Performance by Location

Home Games:
Jefferson City has been nearly perfect at home, boasting a 3-0 record. On the other hand, Lausanne Collegiate has struggled at home, with only a 2-3 record. This difference highlights Jefferson City’s advantage when playing on familiar ground.

Away Games:
While Jefferson City has yet to show how they perform on the road (0-0 record), Lausanne Collegiate has proven capable of competing in neutral and away games, with a 3-2 record in those situations.

Neutral Games:
Both teams have similar performance on neutral grounds, with Jefferson City holding a 1-1 record and Lausanne posting a 3-2 record, showing they can adapt to various environments.

Playoff and League Performance:
Neither team has participated in playoffs yet, and both have neutral records against common opponents.

Conclusion

As the season progresses, Jefferson City has shown itself to be a more dominant force with its unbeaten home record and higher scoring efficiency. In contrast, Lausanne Collegiate, while capable of strong performances, has had a more inconsistent run, particularly at home. However, their ability to bounce back in the second half and perform well on the road is a testament to their resilience.

Looking forward, the matchup between these two teams could come down to Jefferson City’s consistency and scoring depth versus Lausanne Collegiate’s ability to make adjustments and find rhythm in tough situations.