The Morton/White Pass varsity basketball team (Morton, WA) will host a conference game against Onalaska (WA) on Friday, December 27, at 7:00 PM.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Washington High School Basketball
Who: Onalaska vs Morton/White Pass
When: Friday, December 27, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Onalaska vs Morton/White Pass
As the high school basketball season in Washington unfolds, the Onalaska and Morton/White Pass teams find themselves in the thick of district competition. Here’s a closer look at their performance so far, head-to-head dynamics, and what fans can expect as they prepare to clash in two critical matchups.
Current Rankings and Records
- Onalaska Loggers
- Overall Record: 2-4
- District Record: 2-4
- Home Record: 2-3
- Away Record: 0-1
- Win Percentage: 33.3%
- Points For (PF): 326
- Points Against (PA): 345
- Morton/White Pass Timberwolves
- Overall Record: 3-3
- District Record: 2-3
- Home Record: 3-0
- Away Record: 0-3
- Win Percentage: 50.0%
- Points For (PF): 323
- Points Against (PA): 353
Team Scoring Averages
- Onalaska: 54.3 points per game
- Morton/White Pass: 53.8 points per game
Both teams are scoring at similar rates, with Onalaska holding a slight edge offensively. However, defensive execution will likely determine the outcome of their upcoming battles.
Upcoming Matchups
- December 27, 2024
- Venue: Morton, WA
- Time: 7:00 PM
- Details: Onalaska will travel to face the Timberwolves in what promises to be a tightly contested conference game.
- January 16, 2025
- Venue: Onalaska, WA
- Time: 7:00 PM
- Details: Morton/White Pass will head to Onalaska for the second meeting of the season, likely with postseason implications.
Head-to-Head Preview
Both teams are 0-0 against each other this season, making these games pivotal in establishing dominance in the district. While Morton/White Pass boasts an unbeaten home record, Onalaska has struggled on the road, making the December 27th game a challenging hurdle for the Loggers.
Common Opponent Performance
- Winlock:
- Onalaska: Lost 49-48
- Morton/White Pass: Won 59-52
- Napavine:
- Onalaska: Lost 73-55
- Morton/White Pass: Yet to play
- Toledo:
- Onalaska: Lost 77-52
- Morton/White Pass: Lost 61-41
- Mossyrock:
- Onalaska: Won 67-45
- Morton/White Pass: Lost 73-58
- Rainier:
- Onalaska: Won 53-41
- Morton/White Pass: Lost 53-40
- Toutle Lake:
- Onalaska: Yet to play
- Morton/White Pass: Won 59-54
Onalaska holds an edge over Morton/White Pass against common opponents, particularly with impressive wins against Mossyrock and Rainier. However, Morton/White Pass has shown resilience with strong performances, including a win over Toutle Lake.
Key Takeaways
- Strengths:
- Onalaska has demonstrated strong home court performances and resilience in close games.
- Morton/White Pass thrives at home with an unbeaten record, showing they can handle high-pressure situations.
- Weaknesses:
- Onalaska struggles on the road, a factor that could be critical in their December 27th game.
- Morton/White Pass has been inconsistent defensively, as indicated by their high points against average.
As these two teams prepare to meet, fans can expect intense, closely contested games. With both teams vying for district relevance, these matchups will be crucial in shaping their postseason aspirations. Keep an eye on standout players and key moments in what promises to be an exciting series!
