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Tea (SD) vs Mitchell (SD) LIVE South Dakota High School Boys Basketball 23/01/2025

Tea (SD) vs Mitchell (SD) LIVE South Dakota High School Boys Basketball 23/01/2025

The Tea (SD) varsity basketball team will host Mitchell (SD) in a home conference game on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 8:00 PM.

Game Details:

  • Teams: Mitchell @ Tea
  • Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025
  • Time: 8:00 PM
  • Live stream: Watch Here
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Mitchell vs. Tea: A Comparative Breakdown of Their 2024-25 Season Performance

As the 2024-25 high school basketball season progresses, the Mitchell and Tea teams have been competing at a high level, each showcasing their talents on the court. With both teams vying for top spots in their respective regions and in state rankings, it’s crucial to look at their overall performance, key stats, and how they’ve fared against common opponents.

Team Overview

Mitchell (24-25)

  • Record: 7-2 Overall, 5-2 Region, 3-1 Home, 4-1 Away
  • Win %: .778 (Overall), .714 (Region)
  • Points For (PF): 481
  • Points Against (PA): 414

Mitchell has had a solid season, securing 7 wins out of 9 games, with a strong regional performance of 5-2. Their offense has been potent, averaging over 53 points per game, while their defense has been effective in keeping opponents to 46 points per game on average.

Tea (24-25)

  • Record: 6-3 Overall, 6-1 Region, 3-1 Home, 3-1 Away, 0-1 Neutral
  • Win %: .667 (Overall), .857 (Region)
  • Points For (PF): 563
  • Points Against (PA): 476

Tea has been performing at a slightly lower overall win percentage than Mitchell, with a 6-3 record. However, their regional play has been dominant with a .857 win percentage. Tea’s offense has been high-powered, averaging a significant 62.6 points per game, suggesting a very dynamic and potent offensive approach.

Scoring Breakdown

In terms of scoring, Mitchell’s points per quarter (PPG) distribution reveals their reliance on second and third-quarter performances. They score an average of 8.0 points in the first quarter, followed by 13.0 in the second and 21.0 in the third, before closing with a final 8.0 points in the fourth. With a total of 53.4 PPG, they have been consistent in putting up solid numbers but appear to find most success during the middle periods of games.

In comparison, Tea has been scoring at a higher rate, with an impressive 62.6 PPG, though their scoring breakdown per quarter is not available. However, given their offensive output, Tea appears to have a well-rounded offensive strategy capable of scoring across all four quarters.

Common Opponents

Both Mitchell and Tea have faced off against several of the same opponents this season, providing a useful comparison of their performances.

  • Watertown: Mitchell defeated Watertown 70-44, while Tea also won against them 68-56.
  • Harrisburg: Mitchell lost to Harrisburg 57-46, while Tea will face them later in the season.
  • Yankton: Mitchell won 41-33, while Tea will play them in February.
  • Huron: Mitchell lost 47-38, while Tea defeated Huron 69-63.
  • Brookings: Mitchell won 59-33, while Tea also won 68-38.
  • Roosevelt: Mitchell will play Roosevelt later in the season, while Tea beat them 53-35 on January 17th.

From this list of common opponents, it’s clear that both teams have shown resilience, with Tea generally having a slightly more dominant win rate. With a 6-1 record against common opponents, Tea has been more consistent, while Mitchell’s 3-2 record reflects a few more challenges.

Head-to-Head

While Mitchell and Tea haven’t faced each other yet this season, their respective performances suggest an intriguing matchup ahead. Both teams are capable of playing well on their home courts, with Mitchell holding a 4-1 record at home and Tea going 3-1. Mitchell has had a tougher time against top-tier teams, as shown by their 2-2 record against strong competitors like Watertown and Brookings, while Tea has shown more dominance in similar matchups.

Final Thoughts

The 2024-25 season is shaping up to be an exciting one for both Mitchell and Tea. Mitchell has shown resilience with a solid record and defensive capabilities, while Tea’s offensive strength has been a key factor in their success. As they both continue their campaigns, the head-to-head matchup between the two will undoubtedly be one of the most anticipated games of the season.

Mitchell will look to capitalize on their balanced scoring, while Tea will look to continue their offensive dominance. With both teams set to face off against tough competition in the coming weeks, basketball fans in the region are in for an exhilarating ride as the season progresses.

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