The Crisfield varsity basketball team (MD) will host a home non-conference game against Milford (DE) today at 3:15 p.m. at Crisfield High School.
Milford vs Crisfield High School Basketball Game Info:
What: Delaware High School Basketball
Who: Milford vs Crisfield
When: Monday, December 30, 2024
Time: 3:15 p.m.
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Milford vs Crisfield
In an exciting non-conference matchup, the Milford Buccaneers (DE) are set to take on the Crisfield Crabbers (MD) today at 3:15 p.m. at Crisfield High School. With both teams coming into the game from drastically different trajectories, this contest promises to be an intriguing battle of strengths and weaknesses.
Rankings and Records
Milford (4-2, DE Div. 7)
- Overall Record: 4-2
- Home Record: 1-1
- Away Record: 3-1
- Win Percentage: .667
- Points For (PF): 364
- Points Against (PA): 336
Milford’s record reflects a solid start to the season, particularly in non-league games where they have gone 4-2. Their away performance stands out, with three wins in four attempts.
Crisfield (0-6, MD Class 205)
- Overall Record: 0-6
- Region Record: 0-4
- Home Record: 0-2
- Away Record: 0-1
- Neutral Record: 0-3
- Win Percentage: .000
- Region Win Percentage: .000
- Points For (PF): 288
- Points Against (PA): 427
Crisfield’s struggles this season have been evident, with no wins to their name across all categories. They have particularly faced challenges in region games, going 0-4.
Team Scoring Averages
Milford’s offensive output averages 60.7 points per game, highlighted by strong second-quarter performances (23.0 points). The team also displays resilience in overtime, scoring 5.0 points in OT1 and 3.0 in OT2.
Crisfield, on the other hand, averages 48.0 points per game. Their best quarter is the third, where they score an average of 14.0 points. However, their overall scoring needs improvement to compete with Milford’s offensive prowess.
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced Pocomoke this season, with contrasting results:
- Milford secured a thrilling 75-72 away victory on December 26, 2024.
- Crisfield suffered a narrow 68-64 home loss to Pocomoke on December 10, 2024.
Record Breakdown
| Category | Milford (24-25) | Crisfield (24-25) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 4-2 | 0-6 |
| League | 0-0 | 0-4 |
| Non-League | 4-2 | 0-2 |
| Head-to-Head | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Common Opponent | 1-0 | 0-1 |
| Home | 1-1 | 0-2 |
| Away | 3-1 | 0-1 |
| Neutral | 0-0 | 0-3 |
| In-State | 3-2 | 0-5 |
| Out-of-State | 1-0 | 0-1 |
Game Outlook
Milford enters this game as the clear favorite, riding on their strong performances, especially on the road. Their balanced scoring and ability to close out tight games give them an edge against a struggling Crisfield team. The Buccaneers will look to dominate early and maintain their momentum throughout.
For Crisfield, this game is an opportunity to reset and potentially secure their first win of the season. To do so, they will need to tighten their defense, limit turnovers, and capitalize on Milford’s occasional defensive lapses.
Key Players to Watch
- Milford: Look for their second-quarter scoring to be a pivotal factor, as their offense tends to peak before halftime.
- Crisfield: If the Crabbers can replicate their third-quarter success throughout the game, they may have a chance to challenge Milford’s dominance.
Conclusion
While Milford holds the upper hand on paper, basketball is a game of surprises. Crisfield’s home-court advantage and hunger for a victory could set the stage for a competitive showdown. Fans are in for an exciting game as these two teams battle it out in Crisfield.
