The Parish Episcopal varsity basketball team from Dallas, TX, will face Los Alamitos, CA, in a neutral tournament game today at 11 a.m. as part of the Damien Classic.
Parish Episcopal vs Los Alamitos Game Info:
What: Texas High School Basketball Playoffs
Who: Parish Episcopal vs Los Alamitos
When: Monday, December 30, 2024
Time: 11:00 a.m. ET
Bracket: The Classic At Damien – Platinum Division
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Parish Episcopal vs Los Alamitos
As the varsity basketball season progresses, an exciting neutral tournament matchup is set to take place between Los Alamitos (CA) and Parish Episcopal (Dallas, TX) today at 11 a.m. Both teams come into the game with impressive records and contrasting styles, setting the stage for a competitive contest.
Team Comparisons
Los Alamitos (8-5 Overall)
Los Alamitos, with a 24-25 season standing, has shown consistency in both league and non-league games. The team holds an 8-5 overall record and is currently undefeated in league play with a 1-0 record. At home, they’ve posted a 3-3 record, while they have fared better on neutral ground (2-1) and in away games (3-1). Their offensive production is solid, having scored 990 points this season while allowing 875 points to their opponents. This gives them an overall win percentage of .615.
When looking at scoring averages, Los Alamitos averages 76.2 points per game, with their best quarters coming early in the game. They average 18.5 points in the first quarter and 17.3 in the second quarter but slightly taper off as the game progresses.
Parish Episcopal (21-4 Overall)
Parish Episcopal, by contrast, boasts a stronger overall record of 21-4. Despite being away from home for this tournament, they have been a powerhouse, especially in neutral site games, where they have recorded an impressive 15-2 record. At home, they are undefeated (5-0), while their only notable weaknesses have been in away games, where they are 1-2.
Their scoring statistics highlight their offensive firepower, with 1,723 total points scored this season and 1,337 points allowed. This translates into a higher win percentage of .840, reflecting their ability to consistently win games across various settings.
In terms of team scoring averages, Parish Episcopal tends to finish games strongly. While they average 17.4 points in the first quarter, they ramp up in the fourth quarter, scoring 18.4 points on average. This ability to close games could be crucial in a tightly contested matchup.
Head-to-Head & Common Opponents
This will be the first time these two teams meet head-to-head. However, a comparison through common opponents provides some insights. Both teams faced Centennial this season, with different outcomes. Los Alamitos claimed a narrow victory over Centennial (67-65) earlier in December, while Parish Episcopal recently fell to the same opponent (66-58). This gives Los Alamitos a slight psychological advantage heading into today’s game.
Record Breakdown
- Los Alamitos
- Overall: 8-5
- League: 1-0
- Non-League: 6-3
- Common Opponent: 1-0
- Home: 3-3
- Away: 3-1
- Neutral: 2-1
- Parish Episcopal
- Overall: 21-4
- Non-League: 9-1
- Common Opponent: 0-1
- Home: 5-0
- Away: 1-2
- Neutral: 15-2
Key Factors
- Neutral Ground Experience: Parish Episcopal’s 15-2 neutral site record suggests they thrive in tournaments, which could give them the upper hand in this setting. Los Alamitos, however, has also been solid at neutral venues, going 2-1.
- Closing Strength: Parish Episcopal’s ability to finish games strong, especially in the fourth quarter, might come into play if the game remains close going into the final minutes. Los Alamitos will need to maintain their early-game momentum and prevent a late-game surge from Parish.
- Common Opponent Performance: Los Alamitos’ win over Centennial could serve as a confidence booster, showing they can compete at a high level, especially in tight games. Parish Episcopal will be looking to bounce back from their loss against the same team and prove their dominance in this tournament.
Game Outlook
With both teams bringing different strengths to the court, today’s matchup promises to be an exciting contest. Los Alamitos will look to capitalize on their balanced performance and past successes, while Parish Episcopal, with its offensive firepower and strong tournament presence, will aim to continue its dominant season.
Tip-off is just hours away, and basketball fans can expect a hard-fought game that could go down to the wire.
