The Mustang High School varsity basketball team will host a home conference game against Putnam City High School (Oklahoma City, OK) on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 7:30 PM.

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What: Oklahoma High School Basketball
Who: Mustang vs Putnam City
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
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Putnam City vs Mustang: A Preview of the Upcoming Basketball Matchup

On Friday, December 20, 2024, at 7:30 PM, Putnam City High School’s varsity basketball team will travel to Mustang, Oklahoma, to face off against the Mustang Broncos in a highly anticipated conference game. The matchup is set to take place at Mustang High School, and both teams will be looking to prove themselves as they continue through the 2024-2025 season.

Team Performance Overview

Putnam City comes into this game with a 3-1 overall record, having posted an impressive 2-0 mark in district play. Their offense has been potent, averaging 61 points per game (PF), with strong contributions across all four quarters. The team’s scoring breakdown is as follows: 14 points in the first quarter, 17.5 in the second, 13.5 in the third, and 15.5 in the fourth. Their defense, however, has been slightly less consistent, allowing 225 points (PA) throughout the season.

Mustang, on the other hand, has struggled with a 2-3 overall record, with a 0-2 record in district play. Their offense has been less efficient, averaging just 45 points per game. Their scoring breakdown is notably lower than Putnam City’s, with 10 points in the first quarter, 13 in the second, and a steep drop-off in the second half, with just 9 points in both the third and fourth quarters. Mustang will need to find ways to increase their offensive output if they are to compete with Putnam City.

Common Opponents and Past Matchups

Both teams have faced common opponents during the season, with Putnam City emerging victorious in all matchups so far. Mustang, however, has yet to defeat these same opponents. Here’s a breakdown of the performance against shared teams:

• Southmoore: Putnam City won 80-73 on December 3, 2024, while Mustang will meet them again on January 7, 2025.
• Norman North: Putnam City defeated Norman North 43-39 on December 10, 2024. Mustang, however, fell short in a 44-41 loss on December 3, 2024.
• Grant: Putnam City will face Grant on December 17, 2024, and again on February 4, 2025, while Mustang will meet them on January 14, 2025, and February 11, 2025.
• Yukon: Putnam City will host Yukon on January 7, 2025, and February 14, 2025. Mustang will face them on January 17, 2025, and February 18, 2025.
• Deer Creek: Putnam City will host Deer Creek on January 14, 2025, and February 11, 2025. Mustang will meet Deer Creek at home on December 17, 2024, and February 4, 2025.
• Edmond Memorial: Putnam City has upcoming games against Edmond Memorial on January 17, 2025, and February 18, 2025, while Mustang lost to them 60-45 on December 10, 2024.

Through these common matchups, Putnam City has shown a stronger overall performance, suggesting they will enter this upcoming game with a confidence advantage. Mustang will need to correct their course and find solutions for their offensive struggles to keep the game competitive.

Game Outlook

This Friday’s game will be a crucial moment for both teams. Putnam City is riding high on their strong start to the season, and a win would help solidify their position at the top of the district standings. Mustang, conversely, is in need of a turnaround after a rocky start to their district campaign. With their season hanging in the balance, the Broncos will need to put together a strong performance to avoid falling further behind in district play.

Putnam City’s scoring depth and defensive prowess make them the favorites heading into the game. However, Mustang’s home-court advantage and the possibility of a breakout performance from key players could keep things close.

The game promises to be an exciting and pivotal moment in both teams’ seasons. Fans of both squads can look forward to an intense and competitive game, as Mustang seeks to rebound and Putnam City looks to continue its dominant run in the district.