The Madison West varsity basketball team will play a home non-conference game against Milwaukee Academy of Science today at 7:15 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Wisconsin High School Basketball
Who: Milwaukee Academy of Science vs Madison West
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 7:15. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Milwaukee Academy of Science vs Madison West

The 2024-2025 high school basketball season is in full swing, and fans are eager to see how teams from Wisconsin will perform. One of the most intriguing matchups coming up is between the Milwaukee Academy of Science and Madison West high schools. With contrasting records and scoring averages, this game promises to provide an exciting contest on the court.

Team Records: Milwaukee Academy of Science vs. Madison West

Milwaukee Academy of Science is off to an impressive start this season with a record of 10-1. They have displayed a strong performance both at home (3-0) and on the road (6-1). With a win percentage of .909, their offense has been dominant, scoring a total of 940 points while allowing 769. Their scoring averages per quarter—29.0 in the first quarter, 12.0 in the second, 27.5 in the third, and 7.0 in the fourth—indicate a potent and efficient offensive system.

On the other hand, Madison West has struggled this season, sitting at 2-6 overall. They have only managed to secure one conference win, with a conference record of 1-5. Their win percentage is .250, and they’ve scored 571 points while giving up 584. The team’s scoring has been relatively balanced but not as explosive, which has made it difficult for them to pull out victories.

Team Scoring Breakdown

When analyzing scoring by quarters, Milwaukee Academy of Science shows significant strength. They average nearly 30 points per first quarter, a high scoring tempo that can quickly put opponents on the back foot. The second and third quarters are also strong, though their fourth-quarter scoring drops to 7.0 points per game, which could be an area for improvement as the season progresses.

Madison West, meanwhile, has had trouble finding consistent scoring, as their full-game scoring average is only 71.4 points, showing that they struggle to match the offensive firepower of teams like Milwaukee Academy of Science.

Common Opponents: A Glimpse into the Future

Both teams have faced off against common opponents this season, and the results offer valuable insights into their potential matchups.

• Verona: Milwaukee Academy of Science beat Verona with a commanding 99-73 victory on November 30, 2024. However, Madison West came close in a narrow 72-70 loss to Verona just a few days later, on December 5, 2024.
• Madison East: Milwaukee Academy of Science will play Madison East on February 15, 2025. Madison West already secured a solid win against Madison East on December 13, 2024, winning 77-54.

These games highlight the differences in performance between the two teams, with Milwaukee Academy of Science seemingly outperforming Madison West against similar competition.

Head-to-Head Matchup

Although both teams have yet to face off head-to-head this season (with their game set for December 3, 2024, not yet reporting a score), the expectations are high for an exciting game. The Milwaukee Academy of Science has shown they can win away games, as seen in their 6-1 record on the road, and they will be traveling to Madison West’s court for this matchup. However, Madison West has a 2-3 record at home, which suggests they could still present a challenge to their opponents.

Looking Ahead

As the 2024-2025 season continues, both teams will look to improve and fine-tune their game. Milwaukee Academy of Science will aim to maintain their dominance, with hopes of securing a high seed in the playoffs. For Madison West, it will be about gaining momentum and finding a way to turn their season around. Their victory against Madison East offers some hope, and a solid performance against Milwaukee Academy of Science could prove to be a turning point.

With both teams coming into this season with contrasting records and styles of play, the Milwaukee Academy of Science vs. Madison West matchup promises to be an exciting event that could shift the momentum for either team moving forward.