The Lima Central Catholic (Lima, OH) varsity basketball team will host Spencerville (OH) for a conference game today at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to Basketball know:

What: Ohio High School Basketball
Who: Lima Central Catholic vs Spencerville
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Basketball Showdown: Spencerville vs. Lima Central Catholic – A Breakdown of Their Season So Far

As we reach the heart of the basketball season, two teams in the Ohio Division 5 landscape are making waves: Spencerville and Lima Central Catholic. Both teams have impressive records and are showcasing strong performances that could set the stage for an exciting playoff battle. Here’s a closer look at how both teams stack up.

Spencerville – A Perfect Start

Record Overview:

• Overall Record: 5-0
• Conference Record: 1-0
• Home Record: 4-0
• Away Record: 1-0
• Win Percentage: 1.000
• Conference Percentage: 1.000
• Points For: 312
• Points Against: 214

Spencerville has been dominant so far this season, remaining undefeated with a flawless record. Their offense has been impressive, averaging 62.4 points per game. In particular, their strong first-quarter scoring (20.0 points) has allowed them to set the tone early in games. With a solid defense and high-scoring output, Spencerville’s consistency in both home and away games has made them a formidable force in their league.

Lima Central Catholic – A Strong Contender

Record Overview:

• Overall Record: 3-1
• Conference Record: 1-0
• Home Record: 0-1
• Away Record: 2-0
• Neutral Record: 1-0
• Win Percentage: .750
• Conference Percentage: 1.000
• Points For: 257
• Points Against: 221

While Lima Central Catholic has one loss on their record, they have still maintained an impressive win rate of .750. Their overall scoring average of 64.3 points per game is slightly higher than Spencerville’s, but they have been somewhat inconsistent, particularly in their home games, where they have yet to secure a win. However, their resilience in away games and neutral-site victories shows their ability to perform under different conditions.

Scoring Trends

Both teams have shown balanced scoring across the four quarters. Here’s how each team performs in different periods of play:

Spencerville:

• Q1: 20.0
• Q2: 16.0
• Q3: 18.5
• Q4: 13.0
• Overall Average: 62.4 PPG

Spencerville tends to start strong, particularly in the first quarter, and maintains a consistent offensive attack throughout the game.

Lima Central Catholic:

• Q1: 17.0
• Q2: 15.5
• Q3: 13.5
• Q4: 12.0
• Overtime (OT1): 8.0
• Overall Average: 64.3 PPG

Lima Central Catholic has a more even distribution of scoring throughout the game, with the slight dip in the fourth quarter being the most notable difference compared to Spencerville’s performance.

Head-to-Head Matchups and Common Opponents

When comparing their common opponents, both teams have shown dominance, though Spencerville holds a slight advantage with a 3-0 record against shared competitors. Lima Central Catholic is 2-0 against the same teams.

Some notable results from these matchups include:

• Spencerville vs. Elida (12/6/24): Spencerville won 64-60
• Lima Central Catholic vs. Elida (11/29/24): Lima Central Catholic won 58-52
• Spencerville vs. Crestview (12/13/24): Spencerville won 54-43
• Lima Central Catholic vs. Crestview (2/7/25): Upcoming game for Lima Central Catholic
• Spencerville vs. Ottoville (12/14/24): Spencerville won 68-33
• Lima Central Catholic vs. Ottoville (2/14/25): Upcoming game for Lima Central Catholic

Both teams have established a strong presence in their league and against common opponents, setting the stage for an exciting head-to-head matchup later in the season.

Record Breakdown: Who’s Leading?

In terms of individual breakdowns, Spencerville leads in nearly every category, especially at home. Here’s how they compare:

Spencerville:

• Overall Record: 5-0
• Conference Record: 1-0
• Home Record: 4-0
• Away Record: 1-0

Lima Central Catholic:

• Overall Record: 3-1
• Conference Record: 1-0
• Home Record: 0-1
• Away Record: 2-0
• Neutral Record: 1-0

Looking Ahead

Both teams are positioning themselves as strong contenders in the Ohio Division 5 rankings. Spencerville’s perfect record, combined with their offensive firepower and defensive prowess, gives them a slight edge in the league for now. However, Lima Central Catholic’s strong away performances and higher points per game average suggest they may prove to be a tough opponent in upcoming games, especially in their neutral matchups.

The stage is set for an exciting rest of the season, with the two teams on a collision course that could ultimately determine the top contender in the Division 5 landscape.