The Western Heights (Oklahoma City, OK) varsity basketball team will host Del City (OK) for a home conference game on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 7:00 PM.
Here’s what you need to know Basketball:
What: Oklahoma High School Basketball
Who: Western Heights vs Del City
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
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Del City vs. Western Heights: A Preview of the Upcoming Basketball Clash
The Del City Eagles and Western Heights Jets are set to face off in an exciting district basketball showdown on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 7 p.m. in Oklahoma City. Both teams are coming off mixed results in their respective seasons, and this game promises to be an intense battle as they look to improve their standings in the conference.
Team Records & Breakdown
Del City (24-25)
- Overall Record: 1-1
- District Record: 1-0
- Home Record: 0-0
- Away Record: 1-0
- Neutral Record: 0-1
- Win %: .500
- District %: 1.000
- Points For (PF): 104
- Points Against (PA): 80
Western Heights (24-25)
- Overall Record: 1-2
- District Record: 1-1
- Home Record: 1-1
- Away Record: 0-0
- Neutral Record: 0-1
- Win %: .333
- District %: .500
- Points For (PF): 178
- Points Against (PA): 184
Del City comes into the game with a balanced record of 1-1, showing solid performance in their district games, including a perfect 1-0 record at away venues. In contrast, Western Heights enters the contest with a 1-2 overall record, struggling somewhat in their early matches, especially on the road.
Scoring Averages
- Del City: Averaging 52 points per game
- Western Heights: Averaging 59.3 points per game
Western Heights has been scoring more consistently, with an average of over 59 points per game. Del City, while a bit lower in their scoring, has a stronger defense, allowing only 80 points in their two games compared to Western Heights’ 184 points conceded over three games. This sets the stage for an intriguing matchup between Del City’s defensive prowess and Western Heights’ offensive firepower.
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced several of the same opponents this season, providing a glimpse into how they match up in the district.
- Del City defeated Altus 62-36 in their only common matchup so far, while Western Heights will meet Altus later in the season.
- Western Heights secured a win against Classen SAS, beating them 66-59, while Del City is set to face Classen SAS twice later this season.
- Both teams will also meet Duncan, Marshall, and Lawton in the coming weeks, which will offer additional insight into how they compare when facing shared opponents.
Head-to-Head & Historical Matchups
While the teams are still early in their season, the game on December 20 marks their first meeting in the 2024-25 campaign. The teams will meet again on February 7, 2025, at Del City’s home court. Historically, both teams have had their share of success in district play, and this contest will be crucial for their postseason hopes.
What to Expect
Del City enters this game with an undefeated district record, and their strong defense will be key in containing Western Heights’ offense. Western Heights, on the other hand, will rely on their higher-scoring ability and home court advantage to break through Del City’s defensive lines.
With a mix of high-scoring potential from Western Heights and defensive resilience from Del City, this game is shaping up to be a thrilling and closely contested matchup. As the teams prepare to meet in just a few days, both will be looking to gain a crucial district win to bolster their playoff hopes as the season unfolds.
Mark your calendars for this December 20 showdown, as both teams are sure to bring their best on the court
