As the 2024-2025 basketball season heats up, the Flower Mound Jaguars (18-0) will take on the Little Elm Lobos (4-15) in an exciting conference matchup on Friday, December 13, at 5:45 PM in Little Elm. The game promises to be a stark contrast in form, with Flower Mound entering the contest unbeaten in all 18 of their games, while Little Elm has struggled, winning just four games out of 19 this season.

Team Overview

Flower Mound:
Flower Mound has dominated their competition, showcasing a perfect 18-0 record. Their impressive 100% win rate includes a stellar district record of 1-0, and they’ve shown no signs of slowing down. The Jaguars have been a force offensively, averaging an outstanding 59.3 points per game across all quarters. Flower Mound’s consistency shines through as they outpace opponents by an average margin of 343 points over the season.

The Jaguars are led by #20 Shiloh Kimpson, who has been a standout performer, averaging 20.7 points per game. Kimpson also leads the team in steals (2.2) and assists (2.2), contributing to the Jaguars’ well-rounded game. Azaria Watts has also been a key player, with 3.9 rebounds per game and 0.7 blocks.

Little Elm:
On the other hand, Little Elm has had a challenging season, with a 4-15 overall record. The Lobos are struggling both at home (0-3) and away (0-1), and their district record is 0-1. Their scoring average of 43.5 points per game highlights the difficulties they’ve faced on offense, scoring significantly less than Flower Mound in every quarter of play.

Despite the tough season, Little Elm’s #4 player, who has averaged 4.5 points per game, and #22 player, with 3.1 rebounds per game, continue to fight through adversity. However, their overall lack of consistency has made it difficult for them to keep pace with stronger teams.

Head-to-Head History

Flower Mound holds a clear advantage in head-to-head matchups, having won both of their games against Little Elm this season. Most recently, Flower Mound triumphed over a tough Guyer team with a 64-56 victory on December 10, while Little Elm lost to Braswell 67-51 in their most recent game.

Flower Mound’s success has also been highlighted in their games against common opponents. Both teams faced off against Marcus, but Flower Mound defeated them 57-45 on November 23, while Little Elm will face them twice in January 2025. In contrast, Little Elm lost to Braswell, which Flower Mound defeated earlier in the season.

Key Matchups and Predictions

With a strong offensive attack led by Kimpson, Flower Mound will likely dominate this matchup. Their ability to score high and their stifling defense, including an average of 8.5 steals per game, will pose significant challenges for Little Elm. While the Lobos have potential for upsets, their 0-3 home record and their struggle against teams like Braswell make this an uphill battle.

Expect Flower Mound to continue their undefeated streak, while Little Elm will need a much stronger performance across the board, particularly in scoring and defense, to challenge the juggernaut that is Flower Mound.

As the season continues, this game serves as a crucial test for both teams. Flower Mound aims to maintain their perfect record, while Little Elm will look to turn their season around and find some momentum before the next round of district play.

Final Prediction: Flower Mound 68, Little Elm 52