The Leilehua (Wahiawa, HI) varsity basketball team will host Waipahu (HI) in a home conference game today at 7 p.m. at Leilehua.
Waipahu vs Leilehua High School Basketball Game Info:
What: Hawaii High School Basketball
Who: Waipahu vs Leilehua
When: Monday, December 30, 2024
Time: 7:00p.m.
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Waipahu vs Leilehua
The Leilehua (Wahiawa, HI) varsity basketball team is set to host Waipahu (HI) in an important conference game today at 7 p.m. at Leilehua High School.
Team Records and Rankings
Waipahu enters the game with a 5-4 overall record and a 0-1 mark in league play, struggling with consistency in their first conference matchups. With a win percentage of .556, Waipahu will look to get back on track after a tough start in the league. The team has been competitive in non-conference games, posting a 3-1 home record and a 2-2 mark on the road, but they will need to improve their league performance to stay in the hunt.
Leilehua, on the other hand, has been in strong form this season with a 10-4 overall record, including a perfect 1-0 record in league play. The team has displayed a dominant presence in non-league games, going 8-1 on the road and 2-1 at home. With a win percentage of .714, Leilehua is poised to make a strong run in the conference this year.
Offensive and Defensive Breakdown
While Waipahu has struggled to put up consistent offensive numbers, averaging just 45.2 points per game, Leilehua has found more success, averaging 60.5 points per game. The Leilehua offense has been well-balanced across all four quarters, with scoring averages of 14.6 in the first quarter, 13.0 in the second, 14.4 in the third, and 13.4 in the fourth.
Recent Performance and Common Opponents
Both teams have faced some of the same opponents this season, with Leilehua maintaining an undefeated record against common foes, going 5-0. In contrast, Waipahu has posted a 2-2 record against the same teams.
In their most recent encounters, Leilehua came out victorious against Kaimuki, Iolani, Damien, and Hawaii Baptist Academy, while Waipahu has had a mixed bag of results, securing wins over teams like ‘Iolani and Damien but falling to others, including Campbell.
Looking Ahead
With the conference season heating up, this matchup between Leilehua and Waipahu is crucial for both teams. Leilehua will look to maintain their strong start in league play, while Waipahu aims to bounce back and earn a much-needed win.
The game tips off at 7 p.m. at Leilehua High School, and fans can expect an exciting and competitive battle between these two talented teams.
