The Moscow (ID) varsity basketball team is set to host a non-conference game against Post Falls (ID) on Friday, December 20, at 7:00 PM.

Moscow vs Post Falls Game Info:

What: Idaho High School Basketball
Who: Moscow (ID) vs Post Falls (ID)
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Moscow vs Post Falls

As the 2024-25 high school basketball season unfolds, Post Falls and Moscow have shown promise and resilience in their respective classes. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of their rankings, records, and performance metrics, offering insight into how these teams stack up against one another.

Rankings and Records

Post Falls

• Class: 7
• Overall Record: 4-3
  • Home: 2-0
  • Away: 2-2
  • Neutral: 0-1
• Win Percentage: .571
• Points For (PF): 441
• Points Against (PA): 395

Moscow

• Class: 5
• Overall Record: 3-2
  • Home: 1-1
  • Away: 0-1
  • Neutral: 2-0
• Win Percentage: .600
• Points For (PF): 238
• Points Against (PA): 249

While Post Falls holds a slightly better record at home, Moscow boasts a higher overall win percentage and an impressive performance on neutral courts.

Team Scoring Averages

Post Falls

• Q1: 16.2
• Q2: 12.6
• Q3: 14.6
• Q4: 13.4
• OT1: 7.0
• Final Average: 63.0 points

Moscow

• Q1: 7.5
• Q2: 10.0
• Q3: 16.0
• Q4: 14.5
• Final Average: 47.6 points

Post Falls displays consistency across all quarters, averaging 63 points per game. Moscow, while lower in scoring overall, shows improvement as the game progresses, particularly in the second half.

Common Opponents

Both teams share several common opponents this season, but no direct results are available yet for comparison. Their upcoming matchups against teams like Sandpoint, Coeur d’Alene, Lake City, Lakeland, and Lewiston will shed more light on their comparative strengths.

Record Breakdown

Post Falls (24-25)

• Overall: 4-3
• League: 0-0
• Non-League: 4-3
• Home: 2-0
• Away: 2-2
• Neutral: 0-1

Moscow (24-25)

• Overall: 3-2
• League: 0-0
• Non-League: 3-2
• Home: 1-1
• Away: 0-1
• Neutral: 2-0

Neither team has entered league play yet, and their non-league performances provide an early glimpse into their potential. Moscow’s neutral court success could play a pivotal role in tournaments.

Upcoming Challenges and Opportunities

The second half of the season holds key matchups for both teams. Post Falls will aim to leverage its strong scoring ability and home-court advantage, while Moscow will look to maintain its efficiency on neutral courts and refine its early-game execution.

As the season progresses, the head-to-head clash between these two teams—should it occur—would be a highly anticipated showdown. Both squads have demonstrated potential, and their performance in common matchups will provide further clarity on their standings.

Conclusion

Post Falls and Moscow bring distinct strengths to the table. Post Falls thrives on consistent scoring and home dominance, whereas Moscow capitalizes on late-game surges and neutral-court success. Fans can expect exciting developments as both teams vie for a strong finish in their respective classes.