The Sulphur (LA) varsity basketball team will play a home non-conference game against Jennings (LA) today at 7 p.m.
Sulphur vs Jennings Game Info:
What: Louisiana High School Basketball
Who: Sulphur (LA) vs Jennings (LA)
When: Friday, January 3, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Where: Sulphur High School
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Sulphur vs Jennings
The basketball season for Jennings and Sulphur has seen contrasting results, with Sulphur enjoying a more dominant run compared to Jennings. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the two teams’ performances based on their rankings, records, scoring averages, and common opponents.
Overall Rankings & Records
Jennings (6-6 Record | .500 Win Percentage)
Jennings has had a balanced but inconsistent season, recording a .500 win percentage with an overall record of 6-6. Their performance varies significantly between home and away games, where they are stronger at home (3-2) but have struggled on the road (2-3). Neutral site games resulted in a split record (1-1). Jennings scored a total of 617 points while conceding 623 points, showing a slight deficit in point differential.
Sulphur (15-3 Record | .833 Win Percentage)
Sulphur, on the other hand, boasts a significantly better season with an impressive 15-3 overall record and a .833 win percentage. They are undefeated at home (8-0), moderately successful on the road (2-2), and dominant in neutral site games (5-1). Sulphur’s point differential is noteworthy, with 1,092 points scored and only 751 points conceded.
Scoring Averages by Quarter
Jennings shows a relatively balanced scoring output across quarters, with their strongest performances in the first (21.0 PPG) and fourth quarters (20.0 PPG), resulting in an average game score of 51.4 points.
In contrast, Sulphur’s scoring pattern is different, with a noticeable surge in the third quarter, averaging 18.0 points. They maintain consistent scoring throughout the game, leading to a higher average game score of 60.7 points.
| Quarter | Jennings Avg. Pts | Sulphur Avg. Pts |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 21.0 | 6.0 |
| Q2 | 13.0 | 10.0 |
| Q3 | 11.0 | 18.0 |
| Q4 | 20.0 | 8.0 |
| Final | 51.4 | 60.7 |
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced several common opponents throughout the season, with mixed results. Jennings holds a slightly better record (2-1) against these teams compared to Sulphur’s 1-1 record. Below is a breakdown of key matchups and results against common opponents:
- LaGrange:
- Jennings: Win (65-27 on 12/3/24)
- Sulphur: Match scheduled for 1/14/25
- Sam Houston:
- Jennings: Loss (52-63 on 12/17/24)
- Sulphur: Match scheduled for 1/17/25 and 1/31/25
- DeRidder:
- Jennings: Win (57-50 on 12/19/24)
- Sulphur: Win (42-37 on 12/10/24)
- Washington-Marion:
- Jennings: Match scheduled for 2/13/25
- Sulphur: Loss (42-53 on 12/17/24)
Home vs. Away Performance
Both teams have shown contrasting results at home and away:
- Jennings performs slightly better at home (3-2) but struggles on the road (2-3). Their ability to leverage home-court advantage is evident, but their inconsistency on the road is a concern.
- Sulphur excels at home with a flawless 8-0 record. Although they are less dominant on the road (2-2), their ability to win key games at neutral sites (5-1) adds to their strong overall performance.
Record Breakdown
| Category | Jennings (6-6) | Sulphur (15-3) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 6-6 | 15-3 |
| League | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Non-League | 3-4 | 9-3 |
| Head-to-Head | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Common Opponents | 2-1 | 1-1 |
| Home | 3-2 | 8-0 |
| Away | 2-3 | 2-2 |
| Neutral | 1-1 | 5-1 |
| Playoff | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| In-State | 6-6 | 14-3 |
| Out-of-State | 0-0 | 1-0 |
Conclusion
Sulphur’s dominance throughout the season, both at home and on neutral grounds, makes them the stronger team on paper. Their higher scoring average, solid defense, and superior overall record give them a clear edge. However, Jennings has shown resilience and the ability to compete with strong opponents, as reflected in their common opponent record.
With key matchups still ahead, including games against LaGrange, Sam Houston, and New Iberia, both teams have opportunities to further improve their standings. Fans can expect an exciting and competitive second half of the season.
