The Preston (OK) varsity basketball team will host Kellyville (OK) for a home conference game on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 7:00 PM.

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What: Oklahoma High School Basketball
Who: Preston vs Kellyville
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
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Kellyville vs. Preston: A Preview of the Upcoming Basketball Matchup

As the high school basketball season continues, fans are gearing up for an exciting conference game between the Kellyville (OK) varsity basketball team and the Preston (OK) squad. The game is set to take place on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 7:00 PM at Preston, and both teams will be looking to build momentum as they head into the heart of the season.

Team Records and Overview

Kellyville (24-25)

• Overall Record: 2-0
• Home Record: 2-0
• Away Record: 0-0
• Win Percentage: 1.000
• Points For (PF): 130
• Points Against (PA): 87

Kellyville has been dominant early in the season with an undefeated record (2-0). Their offensive firepower has been impressive, averaging 65.0 points per game. Defensively, they have shown strength, limiting their opponents to only 87 points over their first two contests. This strong start has placed Kellyville in a prime position as they face Preston.

Preston (24-25)

• Overall Record: 3-3
• District Record: 1-0
• Home Record: 2-0
• Away Record: 1-2
• Neutral Record: 0-1
• Win Percentage: .500
• District Percentage: 1.000
• Points For (PF): 285
• Points Against (PA): 283

Preston enters this game with a .500 record, balancing three wins and three losses so far. They’ve shown offensive capability, scoring an average of 47.5 points per game, including a notable surge in their fourth-quarter performances, where they average 27.0 points. However, their defense has been more of a concern, as they have allowed 283 points over six games.

Scoring Trends

Kellyville has had a well-rounded offensive approach, but their team scoring averages are not broken down by quarter. However, their total points across two games (130 points) suggest a balanced, high-scoring offense. Preston, on the other hand, has been more dynamic in the later stages of their games, especially in the fourth quarter, where they typically outscore their opponents. Their first-half scoring (averaging only 20 points across Q1 and Q2) leaves room for improvement, but their ability to finish strong in the second half could give them an edge in close games.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced similar opponents this season, though they have yet to meet each other on the court. Here’s a look at their common matchups:

• Henryetta: Kellyville has not faced Henryetta yet, but Preston defeated Henryetta 64-46 earlier this season.
• Beggs: Kellyville is set to play Beggs on January 14, while Preston faces Beggs in early February.
• Eufaula: Preston will take on Eufaula on December 17, and Kellyville is scheduled to play them in January.
• Morris: Both teams will face off against Morris later in the season.

This series of matchups provides an interesting backdrop, as both teams will likely gauge each other’s performance against common opponents leading up to their own contest.

Head-to-Head Record

• Kellyville: 2-0 (Overall)
• Preston: 3-3 (Overall)
• Kellyville at Home: 2-0
• Preston at Home: 2-0
• Kellyville Away: 0-0
• Preston Away: 1-2

While both teams are undefeated at home, Kellyville’s perfect record may give them the psychological advantage heading into this matchup. Preston will look to improve its away performance, as they are currently 1-2 on the road.

Key Players and Game Outlook

Both teams will need key players to step up in this conference matchup. For Kellyville, maintaining their high-scoring pace will be critical. If they can keep up their defensive consistency, they could stifle Preston’s offensive momentum. Meanwhile, Preston will need to avoid slow starts and capitalize on their strong fourth-quarter performances. Their ability to finish games could be the deciding factor.

Overall, this game promises to be a competitive one, with both teams bringing strengths and weaknesses to the court. Kellyville’s unbeaten start will be tested on the road at Preston, while Preston will be looking to build on their district success and improve their overall record. Both teams will be eager to prove themselves as they continue to push for playoff positioning.

The next meeting between the two teams will take place on January 28, 2025, at Kellyville, so this matchup could set the tone for their second encounter. Fans of both schools should mark their calendars for what promises to be an exciting season of basketball action