The Johnson (Savannah, GA) varsity basketball team will play a neutral tournament game against Pickens (Jasper, GA) today at 7:30 PM at Johnson.

Pickens vs Johnson High School Basketball Game Info:

What: Georgia High School Basketball
Who: Pickens vs Johnson
When: Monday, December 30, 2024
Time: 7:30p.m.
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Pickens vs Johnson

Today at 7:30 PM, the undefeated Pickens (Jasper, GA) varsity basketball team will face off against Johnson (Savannah, GA) in a neutral-site tournament game. This matchup promises to be an exciting contest, with both teams eager to make their mark in the tournament.

Team Overview: Pickens

Pickens enters this game with an unblemished 10-0 record and is coming off a perfect start to the season. The team has been dominant both in the region (3-0) and in non-league play (4-0). Pickens has been an offensive powerhouse, averaging 76.5 points per game, with a strong showing in the third quarter, where they average 23.4 points. This high-scoring offense has been led by senior Favion Kirkwood, who leads the team with 20.1 points and 5.8 rebounds per game. Additionally, Kirkwood contributes with 1.3 blocks per game and plays a key role on defense.

Pickens’ balanced attack has been complemented by strong team play, with standout performances from Quentin James, who averages 4.0 assists per game. With their perfect record and well-rounded game, Pickens is looking to continue their dominance in this neutral tournament contest.

Team Overview: Johnson

Johnson comes into the game with a 6-7 overall record and will look to bounce back from a challenging season. The team has had a tough time in away games, posting a 1-4 record on the road, but they have been more successful in neutral-site games, with a 3-2 record. Despite their record, Johnson’s offense has been competitive, averaging 61.1 points per game. Senior Favion Kirkwood’s counterpart at Johnson, Kadin Davis, has been a key contributor, leading the team with 2.7 steals per game, while Quentin James has been the team’s primary playmaker, with 4.0 assists per game.

Johnson’s defensive efforts will be crucial in this game, as they will need to slow down the high-powered offense of Pickens. With the home crowd behind them, Johnson will look to turn things around and put forth a strong performance in this important neutral-site game.

Key Matchup:

The key battle in this game will be Pickens’ offense against Johnson’s defense. Pickens has been explosive on offense, averaging over 76 points per game, while Johnson will need to rely on their defensive capabilities to slow them down. Johnson’s defense will need to contain Pickens’ top scorer, Favion Kirkwood, and limit the fast-paced offense that has been the hallmark of Pickens’ success.

Johnson will also need to find ways to match Pickens’ scoring output. While they have a capable offense, they’ll need standout performances from their key players, including Quentin James and Kadin Davis, to keep pace with Pickens’ high-scoring attack.

Looking Ahead:

For Pickens, this game represents an opportunity to continue their perfect start to the season and maintain their momentum heading into the next phase of the tournament. A win will help solidify their standing as one of the top teams in the state. For Johnson, this game offers a chance to prove themselves against a strong, undefeated opponent and build confidence heading into the rest of the season.

This neutral-site game promises to be an exciting clash between two teams with contrasting records, and it will be interesting to see which team can come out on top in this crucial tournament contest. As both teams look to make their mark, expect a highly competitive game that could go down to the wire.