The Pawnee (OK) varsity basketball team will host Newkirk (OK) for a non-conference game on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. at Pawnee High School.
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What: Oklahoma High School Basketball
Who: Pawnee (OK) vs Newkirk (OK)
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
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Newkirk vs. Pawnee: A Look at the Upcoming Basketball Rivalry
As the high school basketball season heats up, two teams in the Oklahoma area are making headlines with their competitive matchups. The Newkirk (OK) and Pawnee (OK) varsity basketball teams are set for a series of games that promise intense competition. Here’s a breakdown of the teams’ current performances, recent matchups, and what to expect from their upcoming clashes.
Current Team Records
- Newkirk (24-25):
- Overall Record: 1-4
- Home Record: 1-2
- Away Record: 0-2
- Win Percentage: .200
- Points For (PF): 192
- Points Against (PA): 261
- Pawnee (24-25):
- Overall Record: 0-1
- Home Record: 0-0
- Away Record: 0-1
- Win Percentage: .000
- Points For (PF): 46
- Points Against (PA): 50
While Newkirk has been struggling with a low win percentage, they have managed to get a single victory on their home court. Pawnee, on the other hand, has yet to win a game this season, with their only recorded matchup being a close loss against Newkirk.
Scoring Averages
- Newkirk: 38.4 points per game
- Pawnee: 46.0 points per game
Newkirk’s scoring is a bit lower compared to Pawnee, who have managed to average a stronger output this season. However, Newkirk has shown they can compete with tight games, and as the season progresses, improvements in their offense could shift this balance.
Recent Head-to-Head Matchup
The teams have already met this month, with Newkirk securing a narrow victory over Pawnee. On December 7, 2024, Newkirk triumphed 50-46 in a non-conference away game. This closely contested battle highlights the rivalry between the two teams and sets the stage for their next encounters.
- 12/7/2024:
- Pawnee: 46
- Newkirk: 50
Upcoming Games
There’s no doubt that the rivalry will continue to build as the teams face off in several more games over the coming months:
- December 20, 2024: Pawnee will host Newkirk at home at 7:30 PM.
- January 7, 2025: Newkirk will host Pawnee at home at 7:30 PM.
- February 14, 2025: Another intense meeting will take place at Newkirk at 8:00 PM.
Both teams will be looking to improve their records as the season progresses, with these games providing key opportunities to turn their fortunes around.
Common Opponents
Both teams face some familiar opponents this season, with several matchups already played and more on the horizon. Some of the common teams on their schedules include:
- Tonkawa: Both teams have played Tonkawa with Newkirk losing 61-40 to them and Pawnee yet to play them at the time of writing.
- Hominy: Newkirk has already faced Hominy, while Pawnee will face them later in the season.
- Perry: Newkirk has played Perry, suffering a 39-33 loss, while Pawnee is scheduled to meet Perry soon.
- Blackwell: Newkirk faces Blackwell, and Pawnee will see them later in the season as well.
These common opponents can help gauge the relative strength of Newkirk and Pawnee, with both teams hoping to use these matchups as learning experiences to improve their overall performance.
Final Thoughts
The Newkirk vs. Pawnee rivalry is shaping up to be an exciting one this season. Both teams are hungry for victories, and with close matchups already in the books, fans can expect plenty of action on the court. As the teams prepare for their next games, all eyes will be on these two squads to see how they continue to develop and how their head-to-head record unfolds. With the holiday season bringing a break between games, both teams will have time to regroup and adjust strategies for the challenges ahead.
