The Salina (OK) varsity basketball team will host Kansas (OK) in a home conference game on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. The game will take place at Salina High School.

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What: Oklahoma High School Basketball
Who: Salina (OK) vs Kansas (OK)
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
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Kansas vs. Salina Basketball Preview

The Kansas (OK) varsity basketball team will face off against Salina (OK) in an away conference game on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 7:30 PM. This matchup is particularly intriguing as both teams have shown distinct contrasts in their early-season performances, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting contest.

Team Overview: Kansas (24-25)

Kansas enters the game with a perfect 3-0 record, having dominated both at home and on the road. Their unblemished start includes a 1-0 record at home and an impressive 2-0 performance in away games. The team has displayed offensive firepower, averaging 46.0 points per game, while their defense has allowed just 97 points in total over the three games.

Key Takeaways for Kansas:

• Overall Record: 3-0 (Win %: 1.000)
• Scoring Average: 46.0 points per game
• Defense has been solid, with 97 points allowed across three games
• Strength in away games, with a perfect 2-0 record on the road

Team Overview: Salina (24-25)

In stark contrast, Salina has struggled in the early part of their season, coming into this game with a 0-2 overall record. Both of their losses have come within district play, which has left them with a district win percentage of 0.000. Salina has scored just 65 points in their two losses, averaging 32.5 points per game. Defensively, they have allowed 101 points in total, which indicates that improvements are needed on both sides of the ball to stay competitive.

Key Takeaways for Salina:

• Overall Record: 0-2 (Win %: 0.000)
• Scoring Average: 32.5 points per game
• Struggling in district games, with an 0-2 district record
• Defensive concerns, having allowed 101 points in their first two contests

Common Opponents

Both Kansas and Salina will face several of the same teams this season, providing an interesting lens through which to evaluate their performances. Kansas has already beaten teams such as Sequoyah, while Salina will face off against Sequoyah, Adair, Inola, and Jay in the coming weeks. Early results suggest Kansas has the upper hand in matchups against common opponents, but both teams will have additional opportunities to improve their records and standings.

Record Breakdown

• Kansas (24-25):
  • Overall Record: 3-0
  • Non-League Record: 3-0
  • Home Record: 1-0
  • Away Record: 2-0
  • In-State Record: 3-0
• Salina (24-25):
  • Overall Record: 0-2
  • League Record: 0-2
  • Away Record: 0-2
  • In-State Record: 0-2

Looking Ahead

This game marks the first of two matchups between Kansas and Salina this season, with a return game scheduled for Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at Kansas. The two teams will have the opportunity to further define their seasons over the coming months, but Kansas enters as the clear favorite, especially given their strong early-season performance.

Conclusion

As the game approaches, Kansas looks poised to extend their winning streak, while Salina will be aiming to turn their season around. The December 20th contest will not only be a critical district game but also a key moment for both teams to build momentum as the season progresses.