As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season progresses, teams from across the state are battling for dominance. ALA – Queen Creek and Mesquite, two schools with contrasting records and styles, are among the teams drawing attention. Here’s a breakdown of their season so far, their key players, and how they stack up against one another.

Team Records & Overview

ALA – Queen Creek (24-25)

• Overall Record: 1-4
• Home Record: 0-1
• Away Record: 1-2
• Neutral Record: 0-1
• Win %: .200
• Points For (PF): 153
• Points Against (PA): 289

Mesquite (24-25)

• Overall Record: 9-0
• Home Record: 2-0
• Away Record: 3-0
• Neutral Record: 4-0
• Win %: 1.000
• Points For (PF): 580
• Points Against (PA): 292

Mesquite has dominated the season so far, going undefeated with a perfect 9-0 record. Their offense has been a major highlight, averaging over 64 points per game. In contrast, ALA – Queen Creek has struggled, with only one win in their first five games.

Scoring Averages

The scoring performances between these two teams show a stark contrast:

• ALA – Queen Creek:
  • Q1: 12.0
  • Q2: 8.0
  • Q3: 8.0
  • Q4: 5.0
  • Final Average: 30.6 points per game
• Mesquite:
  • Q1: 17.9
  • Q2: 12.6
  • Q3: 20.0
  • Q4: 12.0
  • Final Average: 64.4 points per game

Mesquite has been dominant across all four quarters, showing particular strength in the second and third periods. Meanwhile, ALA – Queen Creek has struggled to maintain a consistent offensive output, especially in the second half of games.

Team Stat Comparison

• Points Per Game:
  • ALA – Queen Creek: 13.6
  • Mesquite: 64.4
• Rebounds Per Game:
  • ALA – Queen Creek: Data not provided
  • Mesquite: 34.1
• Assists Per Game:
  • ALA – Queen Creek: Data not provided
  • Mesquite: 17.4
• Steals Per Game:
  • ALA – Queen Creek: Data not provided
  • Mesquite: 17.4
• Blocks Per Game:
  • ALA – Queen Creek: Data not provided
  • Mesquite: 4.3

Mesquite’s overall stats indicate a more well-rounded and dominant team, excelling in both offensive and defensive metrics, including impressive steals and assists. In comparison, ALA – Queen Creek has struggled to match up across these critical categories.

Key Players

• ALA – Queen Creek:
  • Shante Butler: 8.0 points per game
• Mesquite:
  • Navae Guidry: 18.3 points per game
  • Kahlia Gonzales: 4.4 assists per game, 3.7 steals per game
  • Pippa Krieger: 2.0 blocks per game

Mesquite boasts several standout players, including the high-scoring Navae Guidry, who is averaging 18.3 points per game. ALA – Queen Creek’s Shante Butler has been the team’s leading scorer, but they have yet to find the same level of offensive firepower as their rivals.

Common Opponents

• ALA – Queen Creek vs. Paradise Honors (2/12/25) – No results yet.
• Mesquite vs. Paradise Honors (11/29/24) – Mesquite won 59-25.

Mesquite’s victory over Paradise Honors showcases their ability to dominate in a head-to-head matchup. ALA – Queen Creek has yet to face this opponent, but the strong performance by Mesquite could indicate the challenges they may face.

Head-to-Head Record & Upcoming Games

• Head-to-Head Record: 0-0
• Record Breakdown:
  • ALA – Queen Creek: 1-4
  • Mesquite: 9-0

With both teams showing different levels of success, the upcoming games for ALA – Queen Creek will be crucial in determining if they can turn their season around. Mesquite, on the other hand, looks poised to continue its dominant run.

Conclusion

The 2024-2025 season has been a tale of two teams heading in different directions. Mesquite has shown they are a force to be reckoned with, with a high-powered offense and solid defense, while ALA – Queen Creek has struggled to find its footing. With several games still ahead, ALA – Queen Creek will need to regroup and find consistency if they are to challenge teams like Mesquite, who look on track for an impressive season.