The Monterey High School varsity basketball team will host Smith County (Carthage, TN) in a home conference game on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 6:00 PM.
Here’s what you need Basketball to know:
What: Tennessee High School Basketball
Who: Monterey vs Smith County
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 6:00. p.m. ET
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Smith County vs. Monterey Basketball Matchup: A Detailed Preview
The Smith County Owls and Monterey Wildcats are set to face off in an exciting conference game tonight at 6 PM in Monterey, TN. Both teams are looking to turn their seasons around, as they currently share identical overall records of 4-11. Here’s a breakdown of their performances, team statistics, and what to watch for as these two teams clash.
Rankings and Records
- Smith County (4-11)
- Home Record: 3-2
- Away Record: 0-5
- Neutral Record: 1-4
- Win Percentage: .267
- Points For (PF): 845
- Points Against (PA): 951
- Monterey (4-11)
- Home Record: 1-4
- Away Record: 2-5
- Neutral Record: 1-2
- Win Percentage: .267
- Points For (PF): 672
- Points Against (PA): 752
While both teams share a .267 win percentage, Smith County has been more productive offensively, averaging higher points per game (56.3) compared to Monterey’s 44.8.
Team Scoring Averages
Smith County:
- Q1: 18.0
- Q2: 9.5
- Q3: 21.5
- Q4: 15.0
- Final: 56.3
Monterey:
- Q1: 5.0
- Q2: 2.0
- Q3: 14.0
- Q4: 12.0
- Final: 44.8
Smith County tends to start games strong in the first and third quarters, while Monterey struggles to gain early momentum but improves in the latter stages.
Key Team Statistics Comparison
| Category | Smith County | Monterey |
|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game | 56.3 | 44.8 |
| Rebounds Per Game | 21.1 | 21.1 |
| Assists Per Game | 7.1 | 7.1 |
| Steals Per Game | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Blocks Per Game | 0.7 | 0.7 |
Both teams are evenly matched in rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks per game, making this game a potential nail-biter.
Team Leaders
Smith County:
- Points Per Game: Garrett Wessels (11.6)
- Rebounds Per Game: Collin Fowler (4.4)
- Assists Per Game: Grayson Phillips (1.6)
- Steals Per Game: Vinnie Walker (0.8)
- Blocks Per Game: Vinnie Walker (0.4)
Monterey:
- Points Per Game: 5.1
- Rebounds Per Game: 2.7
- Assists Per Game: 1.1
- Steals Per Game: 0.9
- Blocks Per Game: 0.3
Garrett Wessels from Smith County emerges as the standout scorer in this matchup, nearly doubling the average points per game of Monterey’s top performer.
Head-to-Head and Common Opponents
Smith County has a better record against common opponents, going 2-1, while Monterey is 0-2. Notable performances include:
- Smith County:
- Beat Clarkrange (76-57)
- Beat DeKalb County (61-60)
- Lost to DeKalb County (50-43)
- Monterey:
- Lost to Clarkrange (57-33)
- Lost to DeKalb County (54-41)
Upcoming Games
- Today: Smith County @ Monterey (6 PM)
- January 10: Smith County @ Monterey
- February 4: Monterey @ Smith County
What to Watch For
- Fast Starts by Smith County: The Owls tend to dominate the first quarter. Monterey will need to stay defensively sharp to avoid falling behind early.
- Garrett Wessels’ Scoring Ability: Wessels will be the key offensive weapon for Smith County, and how Monterey defends him could determine the outcome.
- Second-Half Adjustments: Both teams tend to pick up steam in the third and fourth quarters, setting the stage for a thrilling finish.
Final Thoughts
With both teams fighting for a much-needed victory, this game promises to be a competitive showdown. Smith County’s offensive firepower and stronger performance against common opponents might give them the edge, but Monterey’s home-court advantage could play a crucial role. Fans should prepare for an intense matchup tonight
