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{Watch} Hillsboro (TN) vs Overton (TN) LIVE Tennessee High School Basketball 17/01/2025

{Watch} Hillsboro (TN) vs Overton (TN) LIVE Tennessee High School Basketball 17/01/2025

The Hillsboro (Nashville, TN) varsity basketball team will host Overton (Nashville, TN) in a home conference game today at 7:30 PM.

Matchup Details:

  • Teams: Overton vs. Hillsboro
  • Date: Friday, January 17, 2025
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  • Broadcast: MyTV30
  • Live stream: Watch Here

Overton vs. Hillsboro: A Basketball Showdown in Nashville

As the high school basketball season heats up, a highly anticipated conference game is set to take place between Overton and Hillsboro, two teams from Nashville, Tennessee. The game is scheduled for 7:30 PM today, marking a pivotal moment for both teams as they continue their campaigns in the 2024-2025 season.

Team Records and Performance Overview

  • Overton comes into this matchup with a balanced 7-7 overall record, but they have faced some challenges in their district, posting a 0-1 district record. Their performance has been split evenly at home and away, with a 3-3 home record and a 4-4 away record. Overton has averaged 54.5 points per game this season, while allowing 616 points to opponents. Their win percentage sits at .500, with a 0.000 district win percentage.
  • Hillsboro, on the other hand, is enjoying a solid season, standing at 16-4 overall and an undefeated 1-0 in district play. The team has been dominant at home, boasting a 4-0 record, and they also have a strong 9-3 record in away games. Hillsboro’s 59.7 points per game make them one of the more high-scoring teams in the league. Their defense has been more solid compared to Overton, with 968 points allowed on the season.

Team Scoring and Key Players

Looking at the team scoring averages, Overton shows a slightly more even scoring distribution across all four quarters, with 13.0 points in Q1, 15.1 in Q2, 13.3 in Q3, and 16.1 in Q4. In contrast, Hillsboro has a slightly higher scoring average, especially in the first quarter where they score 16.1 points. Their consistency in scoring through each period has kept them a step ahead, with 12.9 points in Q2, 15.7 in Q3, and 14.5 in Q4.

  • Overton’s leader is Jehmel Madison, who is averaging 13.5 points per game, alongside 3.7 assists and 2.8 steals. He will be a key player to watch for the Overton team as they attempt to break through Hillsboro’s defense.
  • For Hillsboro, Cortez Graham leads the team with 15.6 points per game, while also contributing with 4.4 assists and 2.7 steals. Tyren Fisher, another standout player, averages 7.6 rebounds per game and contributes significantly in both offense and defense.

Team Stat Comparison

Stat Category Overton Hillsboro
Points Per Game 54.1 58.6
Rebounds Per Game 28.5 25.4
Assists Per Game 11.3 12.0
Steals Per Game 11.2 6.7
Blocks Per Game 1.5 2.2

Overton has a slight edge in rebounds, but Hillsboro outperforms them in scoring and blocks per game. Both teams are strong defensively, though Hillsboro has been able to convert their defense into more points this season, thanks to their higher shooting efficiency.

Head-to-Head History and Common Opponents

The matchup between these two teams is not just about the current season; their recent history and results against common opponents also provide insight. Both teams have faced off against East Nashville Magnet and Cane Ridge.

  • Overton lost to East Nashville Magnet on 12/5/24 (51-47) and to Cane Ridge on 1/14/25 (60-47).
  • Hillsboro, however, defeated East Nashville Magnet on 1/9/25 (71-34) and also won against Hunters Lane on 1/14/25 (68-26).

When comparing their records against common opponents, Overton is 0-2 while Hillsboro has a 2-0 record, giving Hillsboro the advantage in these matchups.

Looking Ahead

The game between Overton and Hillsboro is one of the most exciting of the season, as both teams have key players who can impact the outcome. Overton will need to tighten up their defense and maintain their scoring consistency, especially in the second half, where they have shown improvement. Hillsboro will look to continue their high-scoring offense and build on their impressive district record.

The game starts in just 14 hours, and fans can expect an intense, hard-fought battle between these two Nashville rivals. It will be a defining moment in both teams’ seasons as they look to secure a crucial district win.

Stay tuned for a game preview as the two teams meet again on February 4 at Hillsboro.

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