The Water Canyon varsity basketball team (Hildale, UT) will host Pinnacle (Price, UT) for a non-conference game on Friday, December 6, at 6:00 PM.

Matchup Details Basketball:

What: Utah, High School Basketball
Who: Water Canyon vs Pinnacle
When: Friday, December 06, 2024
Time: 6:00. p.m. ET
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Pinnacle vs. Water Canyon: A Comparative Analysis of the 2024-25 Basketball Season

As the 2024-25 basketball season unfolds, teams across the country are striving to make their mark, and two teams that have caught the attention are Pinnacle and Water Canyon. With a mix of solid performances and areas for improvement, both teams present unique storylines as they move through the season. Here’s a breakdown of their records, statistics, and what we can expect from their upcoming games.

Team Records and Performance Overview

Pinnacle comes into the season with a balanced overall record of 2-2. The team has shown resilience, with a split of 1-1 at home and 1-1 on the road. Despite the 50% win rate, Pinnacle has struggled defensively, allowing 267 points against them, which suggests a need for improvement in that area.

Water Canyon, on the other hand, has had a slightly less favorable start with a 1-2 record. Their home performance has been shaky with no wins in their only home game (0-1), but they have managed to win 1 out of their 2 away games. Scoring has been a challenge for Water Canyon, as they average 174 points in total compared to Pinnacle’s 217, suggesting a need to boost offensive output.

Team Scoring and Averages

When it comes to scoring, both teams have demonstrated some consistency, but they differ in the way they produce points.

• Pinnacle averages 54.3 points per game, with strong first and third quarters, scoring 16.0 and 16.0 points in those periods, respectively. However, the team has had dips in the second quarter, scoring just 11.5 points, which might be an area of concern moving forward.
• Water Canyon slightly outpaces Pinnacle in overall scoring, with a 58.0 points-per-game average. Water Canyon’s highest-scoring period comes in the second quarter with 15.7 points, but they experience a drop in the fourth quarter with just 13.3 points.

Key Statistical Comparison

Pinnacle and Water Canyon show contrasting strengths in their game statistics:

• Pinnacle leads in points per game (40.8 to 58.0), but Water Canyon dominates in rebounds, averaging 33.3 compared to Pinnacle’s 22.0 per game.
• In assists, Pinnacle lags behind with just 5.3 per game, while Water Canyon is significantly higher at 11.7. This suggests Water Canyon may have a better team flow and ball movement.
• Steals is another area where Water Canyon excels, averaging 14.0 per game, more than double Pinnacle’s 9.3. However, Pinnacle has a strong presence in blocks with 1.3 per game compared to Water Canyon’s 3.7.

Individual Player Impact

When we examine individual players, both teams have standout performers:

• Joey Howell from Pinnacle leads his team in several categories, including points per game (11.5), assists (3.5), and steals (3.5). His well-rounded contributions make him a crucial player for Pinnacle’s success.
• Riley Jones from Water Canyon mirrors Howell’s impact on his team, also averaging 11.5 points per game. Jones has been a force on the boards, grabbing 8.5 rebounds per game, and contributing significantly to steals (5.5 per game).
• Dominick Vigil has been solid for Pinnacle, averaging 8.3 rebounds per game, although Water Canyon’s Daniel Cox, with 4.0 assists per game, seems to have a slight edge in distributing the ball.

Record Breakdown and Future Outlook

Looking deeper into their season breakdown, both teams have shared non-league experiences, with Pinnacle having a 2-2 record in these matchups, while Water Canyon sits at 1-2. The two teams have not yet faced each other in league play or any significant head-to-head competition, which adds intrigue for their potential matchup in the near future.

For Pinnacle, consistency remains a key concern, particularly on defense. If they can improve their defensive intensity and tighten up in the second quarter, their offensive firepower could lead them to more wins.

Water Canyon will need to address its offensive struggles to match its strong rebounding and defense. If they can increase their scoring efficiency, they could quickly turn their season around, especially with the playmaking prowess of players like Riley Jones.

Conclusion

Both Pinnacle and Water Canyon have the potential to grow throughout the season. Pinnacle’s challenge will be improving its defensive strategy and offensive balance, while Water Canyon must focus on increasing their scoring output to complement their solid rebounding and defensive skills. With both teams showing promise in various areas, it will be exciting to see how the remainder of the 2024-25 season unfolds for these two squads.