The Pine Bluffs (WY) varsity basketball team will host Southeast (Yoder, WY) for a non-conference game today at 7 p.m.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Wyoming High School Basketball
Who: Southeast vs Pine Bluffs
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Southeast vs Pine Bluffs

The basketball scene in Wyoming is heating up, with two prominent teams, Southeast and Pine Bluffs, showcasing solid performances this season. Both teams are striving for success, each with its own strengths and challenges.

Southeast High School Basketball (24-25 Season)

Record Breakdown:

• Overall Record: 8-4
• Conference Record: 2-1
• Home Record: 4-1
• Away Record: 1-1
• Neutral Record: 3-2
• Win Percentage: .667
• Conference Win Percentage: .667
• Points Scored (PF): 585
• Points Allowed (PA): 484

Southeast High School, based in Yoder, WY, has shown strong resilience this season with a solid win-loss record of 8-4. Their offensive game has been a key factor, averaging 50.5 points per game. Key players, including Ayden Desmond, who leads with 17.6 points per game, and TJ Moats, contributing with 9.1 rebounds per game, have been pivotal. Defensively, Southeast is also strong, averaging 6.2 blocks per game and 9 steals per game.

The team has been efficient on both ends of the court, contributing to a balanced style of play. Southeast has an average score of 48.8 points per game, with a consistent performance throughout the four quarters, particularly in the final quarter with an average of 12.3 points.

Upcoming Games:

• Southeast will face Pine Bluffs in an away non-conference game on January 18, 2025, followed by a home game against Pine Bluffs on February 14, 2025.

Pine Bluffs High School Basketball (24-25 Season)

Record Breakdown:

• Overall Record: 6-6
• Conference Record: 1-1
• Home Record: 4-3
• Away Record: 2-3
• Win Percentage: .500
• Conference Win Percentage: .500
• Points Scored (PF): 656
• Points Allowed (PA): 640

Pine Bluffs has had a relatively balanced season so far, with a record of 6-6. They have shown an impressive offensive side, averaging 54.7 points per game. Their scoring average per quarter reflects their aggressive attack, with Q2 being their most prolific at 18.5 points per game. The team is led by various players, with notable performances in games like the one against Tongue River (59-35 win), where they showcased their offensive potential.

The team’s standout contributors include Beaux Shimic, who averages 3.1 assists and 2.9 steals per game, and TJ Moats, who leads the team with 4.0 blocks per game. These efforts make Pine Bluffs a formidable opponent on both ends of the floor.

Upcoming Games:

• Pine Bluffs will host Southeast in a non-conference game on January 18, 2025, with the rematch scheduled for February 14, 2025.

Head-to-Head Comparison

Both teams have had their share of victories against common opponents, with each side boasting a 3-3 record when facing teams they both have competed against. These matchups will likely provide insights into how each team might perform in their upcoming games.

In their most recent matchups, Southeast won against Moorcroft, Tongue River, and South, while Pine Bluffs triumphed over South and Guernsey-Sunrise. However, both teams faced losses to stronger opponents like Wheatland and Lingle-Fort Laramie.

Team Strengths and Keys to Success

For Southeast, their success will largely depend on their ability to control the game through defense, leveraging their strong blocking ability (6.2 blocks per game) and solid scoring contributions from key players like Ayden Desmond and TJ Moats. The team needs to maintain consistency, particularly in the second and third quarters, where they’ve shown occasional vulnerability.

On the other hand, Pine Bluffs will look to maximize their scoring potential, especially in high-scoring periods like the second quarter. The team’s balance between offensive execution and defensive performance, with solid efforts from Beaux Shimic and TJ Moats, will be essential in dictating the pace of the game.

Conclusion

As the season progresses, both Southeast and Pine Bluffs are proving themselves as top-tier teams in Wyoming high school basketball. With their upcoming head-to-head matchups, both teams will have a chance to make a statement in the league and further cement their place in the rankings. For basketball fans in Wyoming, these games are not to be missed.