The basketball rivalry between Mountlake Terrace and Meadowdale is heating up as both teams head into a critical stretch of their 2024-2025 seasons. With their upcoming game on December 20, 2024, at Meadowdale, and another scheduled for January 24, 2025, at Mountlake Terrace, fans are eagerly anticipating these contests between two local powerhouses.

Mountlake Terrace Basketball: Strong Start to the Season

Mountlake Terrace enters this matchup with an overall record of 4-2, and a solid 3-1 record in non-league games, giving them an impressive 66.7% win rate. While they’ve faced some tough opponents, including a 65-39 loss to Shorecrest on December 13, they’ve also earned notable victories, such as their 70-33 triumph over Lynnwood on December 7, 2024. The team’s defensive capabilities have been a standout, as they’ve managed to keep their opponents’ scoring to a relatively low 296 points across their six games. Their offensive average is strong, with the team putting up 52.8 points per game.

Looking at their district play, Mountlake Terrace holds a 1-1 record, and they will need to continue performing at a high level to improve their standing in the highly competitive league. Their balanced performance across both home and away games indicates that they’re capable of handling pressure in any environment.

Meadowdale Basketball: A Determined Contender

Meadowdale, currently 3-2, has faced challenges in district play, where they’ve yet to secure a win, standing at 0-1. Despite that, they have performed well in non-league games, with a 2-1 record. Their offense has been effective, averaging 53 points per game, just slightly edging Mountlake Terrace’s scoring average. However, their defense has been a bit more porous, allowing 271 points across their five games. This will be an area they’ll need to improve on to compete with stronger opponents as the season progresses.

A tough loss to Shorewood on December 17, 2024, with a score of 63-47, has given the team a valuable learning experience, and they’ll look to bounce back in their next contest against Mountlake Terrace. Meadowdale’s home games have been key to their success so far, as they’ve posted a 2-1 record at home. They will rely on strong performances from their key players as they try to take down their district rival.

Head-to-Head Comparison

The upcoming December 20th game will be their first meeting of the season, and both teams have shown they are capable of delivering exciting basketball. Mountlake Terrace has the edge in overall performance this season, but Meadowdale has been competitive, especially at home, where they are 2-1 in non-league play.

Interestingly, the two schools share a common opponent in Everett. Mountlake Terrace defeated Everett 54-39 on December 3, 2024, while Meadowdale will face Everett on December 23, 2024, marking a key game for them as they look to improve their district record.

Common Opponents

Both schools will face off against a number of common opponents in the coming weeks. Mountlake Terrace has already faced Lynnwood and Shorecrest, while Meadowdale will be facing these teams later in the season. Their upcoming matchups with teams like Edmonds-Woodway, Shorewood, and Archbishop Murphy will be important for both teams as they look to gain momentum and improve their standings.

Key Players and Matchup Outlook

Both teams will look to their standout players to drive their success in the upcoming rivalry games. Mountlake Terrace’s solid team defense and offensive balance have been a winning combination, while Meadowdale’s potential lies in their ability to tighten up defensively and execute on offense.

This head-to-head matchup on December 20th will not only be crucial for bragging rights but also for positioning in the district rankings as both teams strive to secure a top spot for postseason play. Fans can expect an intense battle as Mountlake Terrace and Meadowdale continue to write the next chapter in their local basketball rivalry.

Conclusion

With Mountlake Terrace and Meadowdale each eyeing a strong finish to their seasons, their upcoming games on December 20 and January 24 will provide plenty of action. As these teams square off, the intensity of the rivalry will be palpable, and fans can expect a highly competitive and hard-fought battle.