The Stockton (KS) varsity basketball team will host a home conference game against Lakeside (Downs, KS) tonight at 7:30 PM.

Stockton vs Lakeside Game Info:

What: Iowa High School Basketball
Who: Stockton (IA) vs Lakeside (IA)
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Stockton vs Lakeside

As the 2024-25 high school basketball season unfolds, the contrast between the Lakeside and Stockton teams has been striking. Their recent matchup highlighted the stark differences in performance, with Lakeside securing a decisive 53-23 victory over Stockton on December 10.

Rankings and Records

Lakeside enters the season with an impressive record of 4-1, including a spotless 1-0 in district play. They boast an 80% win rate, scoring a total of 235 points while allowing 174 across their games. Stockton, however, has struggled to find their footing, sitting at 0-4-1 overall and 0-1-1 in district competition. They have yet to secure a victory, with a win percentage of 0% and a points-for-to-points-against ratio of 114 to 244.

Team Scoring Averages

The scoring trends further emphasize Lakeside’s dominance. They average 47.0 points per game, consistently outpacing Stockton’s 22.8 points per game. Lakeside’s strength is most evident in their first three quarters, averaging 16.0, 15.0, and 15.3 points, respectively. Stockton’s scoring averages, peaking at 7.3 in the first quarter, diminish as the game progresses.

Key Players and Team Stats

Lakeside’s standout player, #10 Jace Cunningham, leads with an impressive 14.4 points per game. Rebounding is dominated by #0 Reece Remus, averaging 11.0 per game, while #15 Eli Schmitt contributes significantly with 2.2 assists and 4.0 steals per game.

Stockton, unfortunately, lacks comparable statistical leaders, with their team averages falling below the national high school basketball standards. This discrepancy underscores the challenges they face in matching Lakeside’s cohesive and dynamic gameplay.

Head-to-Head Performance

Their most recent encounter was a testament to Lakeside’s superiority. Lakeside maintained control throughout, with quarter-by-quarter scores of 14, 13, 15, and 11 compared to Stockton’s 9, 2, 5, and 7. Lakeside’s balanced attack and defensive consistency led to the commanding 53-23 victory.

Common Opponents

Examining both teams against shared opponents reveals another layer of Lakeside’s dominance. Against Tescott, Rock Hills, and Thunder Ridge, Lakeside boasts a 3-0 record, while Stockton remains winless, including a draw against Tescott. The margins of victory and defeat further illustrate the gap between the two squads.

Upcoming Game Preview

Lakeside is set to face Stockton again in an away conference game on December 17 at 7:30 PM. Based on their recent performance and statistical edge, Lakeside enters as the clear favorite. However, Stockton has an opportunity to regroup and potentially surprise their opponents.

Conclusion

Lakeside’s strong start to the season highlights their potential as a dominant force in their district. Stockton, while currently facing adversity, has room for growth and development. The upcoming rematch will provide another opportunity to assess both teams as they continue their 2024-25 campaigns.