The Providence Christian varsity basketball team (Dothan, AL) will face Abbeville (AL) in a neutral-site playoff game today at 10:45 AM. This matchup is part of the 2025 AHSAA Boys State Basketball Tournament (Alabama) – Class 2A.
Providence Christian vs Abbeville Game Info:
What: Alabama High School Basketball
Who: Providence Christian (AL) vs Abbeville (AL)
When: Monday, February 17, 2025
Time: 10:45 a.m. ET
Bracket: 2025 AHSAA Boys State Basketball Tournament (Alabama) – 2A
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Providence Christian vs Abbeville
As the 2024-25 basketball season winds down, two of Alabama’s most dominant teams, Abbeville and Providence Christian, have established themselves as forces to be reckoned with. Both teams boast impressive records, strong regional performances, and an eye on championship contention. Let’s break down how these two programs compare and what it could mean for a potential postseason showdown.
Season Overview
Abbeville (25-3, Class 1A, Rank #53)
- Overall Record: 25-3
- Region Record: 6-0
- Home Record: 9-1
- Away Record: 12-1
- Neutral Site Record: 4-1
- Points For (PF): 1,883
- Points Against (PA): 1,374
- Win Percentage: .893
- Region Win Percentage: 1.000
Providence Christian (27-2, Class 3A, Rank #66)
- Overall Record: 27-2
- Region Record: 8-0
- Home Record: 12-1
- Away Record: 10-0
- Neutral Site Record: 5-1
- Points For (PF): 1,894
- Points Against (PA): 1,129
- Win Percentage: .931
- Region Win Percentage: 1.000
Scoring Averages
One of the most intriguing aspects of these teams is their offensive output and quarter-by-quarter scoring breakdown.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeville | 21.0 | 20.0 | 26.0 | 7.0 | 67.3 |
| Providence Christian | 8.0 | 24.0 | 18.0 | 11.0 | 65.3 |
Abbeville starts strong and dominates the third quarter, while Providence Christian picks up steam in the second quarter and closes well in the fourth. If these two were to meet, early game dominance versus late-game resilience would make for an exciting matchup.
Common Opponent Breakdown
Both teams have faced a number of the same opponents, with Abbeville going 13-1 against them and Providence Christian 10-1. Below are some key matchups:
- Houston County: Abbeville dominated with scores of 77-31 and 77-45, while Providence Christian also controlled their matchups with scores of 54-25 and 69-18.
- Headland: Abbeville won 58-48 and 78-41, while Providence Christian had a convincing 65-32 victory.
- Dothan: Both teams suffered their only common opponent loss against Dothan, with Abbeville falling 62-52 and Providence Christian losing 54-47.
- Barbour County: Both teams handled Barbour County with ease, Abbeville winning all three matchups and Providence Christian securing a 69-31 win.
Playoff Readiness
Both teams are primed for deep playoff runs:
- Abbeville has a perfect 6-0 region record and a 5-0 playoff record.
- Providence Christian also holds a perfect 8-0 region record and an impressive 3-0 playoff record.
Final Thoughts
While Providence Christian holds the slight edge in overall record and defensive strength, Abbeville has shown consistent dominance, particularly in scoring margins. With no head-to-head matchup this season, a potential postseason meeting would be a highly anticipated clash between two elite teams.
Both teams have proven their worth, and with their current trajectories, a championship-caliber battle between these two programs could be on the horizon.
