The Memphis Home Education Association (MHEA) varsity basketball team will face Westview (Martin, TN) in a neutral, non-conference matchup today at 3:00 PM. The game is part of the Crossover Hoopfest.

Here’s what you need Basketball to know:

What: Tennessee High School Basketball
Who: Memphis Home Education Association vs Westview
When: Saturday, January 4, 2025
Time: 3:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Westview vs. MHEA: A Statistical Showdown in Tennessee High School Basketball

As the 2024-2025 Tennessee high school basketball season progresses, the matchup between Westview and MHEA stands out with their impressive performances and notable statistical differences. With both teams demonstrating strong records and talented players, this rivalry is shaping up to be a thrilling contest. Here’s a closer look at their rankings, records, and key statistics.

Team Overview

Westview High School (24-25)

• Rank: 88th in Tennessee (Class 12)
• Record: 9-4 (Overall)
  • Home: 4-0
  • Away: 1-3
  • Neutral: 4-1
• Win Percentage: .692
• Points For (PF): 820
• Points Against (PA): 692

Westview’s strong home performance is evident with a perfect record (4-0), but their struggles on the road (1-3) highlight areas for improvement. Despite these challenges, their offense has averaged 63.1 points per game, showing they can compete with the best.

MHEA (Middle Tennessee Home Educators Association) (24-25)

• Rank: 15th in Tennessee (Class 15)
• Record: 16-2 (Overall)
  • Home: 1-0
  • Away: 7-1
  • Neutral: 8-1
• Win Percentage: .889
• Points For (PF): 1,125
• Points Against (PA): 888

MHEA’s stellar record of 16-2 reflects their dominance this season. With a win percentage of .889, they have excelled in both away (7-1) and neutral-site games (8-1), showing resilience in various environments. They have averaged 62.5 points per game, very close to Westview’s scoring pace.

Statistical Comparison

Both teams boast impressive offensive and defensive stats, but a few areas of contrast stand out.

• Points Per Game:
  • Westview: 63.1
  • MHEA: 64.7 MHEA has the edge in scoring, but the difference is marginal, suggesting that both teams are highly competitive on the offensive end.
• Rebounds Per Game:
  • Westview: 7.4
  • MHEA: 9.3 MHEA holds a noticeable advantage in rebounding, which may be key in gaining extra possessions and controlling the game’s tempo.
• Assists, Steals, and Blocks:
  • Westview leads in steals (2.0 per game), while MHEA’s stats in assists, steals, and blocks are less prominent, indicating a more focused offense rather than defensive disruption.

Team Leaders

The individual leaders for both teams provide further insight into their styles of play and key contributors:

• Westview:
  • Jashun Ward: 22.0 PPG, 2.0 SPG
  • James Turner: 9.3 RPG
  • Tayshun Walker: 4.0 APG
• MHEA:
  • Caleb Thomas: 13.9 PPG
  • Key contributors: MHEA has a more balanced scoring approach, but Thomas is their top scorer, highlighting his importance to their success.

Westview’s Jashun Ward is the standout player, averaging 22.0 points per game and contributing 2 steals per game, giving them a potent offensive threat. MHEA’s Caleb Thomas, though not as prolific in scoring, brings stability and depth to their overall play.

Record Breakdown

The records of both teams highlight key differences in performance against various types of opponents:

• In-State Performance:
  • Westview: 9-3
  • MHEA: 11-1 MHEA has been dominant in-state, showing a high level of consistency. Westview, while solid, has lost a few more games against local competition.
• Out-of-State Performance:
  • Westview: 0-1
  • MHEA: 4-1 MHEA’s strong record in out-of-state games could be a sign of their readiness to compete at higher levels, which may serve them well in postseason play.

Conclusion

The head-to-head battle between Westview and MHEA is shaping up to be an exciting matchup, with both teams boasting impressive records and strengths in different areas. Westview’s solid offense and key players like Jashun Ward offer a strong challenge, but MHEA’s balanced scoring and dominance in rebounding make them a formidable opponent. As both teams continue to prepare for the remainder of the season, their ability to execute in critical moments will likely determine the outcome of their next meeting, making it one to watch closely.