The Whitehaven (Memphis, TN) varsity basketball team will play a home tournament game against Dynamic Prep (Irving, TX) today at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need Basketball to know:

What: Tennessee High School Basketball
Who: Whitehaven vs Dynamic Prep
When: Saturday, January 4, 2025
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Dynamic Prep vs. Whitehaven: A Tale of Two Teams

As the 2024-2025 basketball season continues to unfold, Dynamic Prep from Texas and Whitehaven from Tennessee are showcasing impressive performances that have caught the attention of basketball fans. Both teams have dominated their respective leagues and have established themselves as top contenders in their regions. Here’s a look at how these two powerhouses compare in terms of overall performance, team stats, and individual leaders.

Team Overview

Dynamic Prep, located in Texas, has posted an impressive overall record of 18-3 as of January 2025. Their in-state dominance is undeniable with a perfect 1-0 district record and an 8-2 win-loss ratio against all opponents. The team has excelled at home (3-0) and on the road (7-1), showcasing their ability to perform in different environments. Furthermore, their scoring efficiency has been remarkable, averaging nearly 80 points per game (79.8), with a defense that has held opponents to 1,277 points overall.

In comparison, Whitehaven from Tennessee has an 8-2 overall record, standing strong with a 3-0 home record and a 3-1 neutral site record. Whitehaven’s offense has been potent, averaging 70.3 points per game, with their defense allowing only 559 points overall. While they have fewer games under their belt compared to Dynamic Prep, their consistency across different types of matchups is impressive.

Scoring and Team Performance

Dynamic Prep leads the scoring charts, averaging 79.8 points per game. Their offensive strength is spread across all four quarters, with their highest output coming in the third quarter (25.2 points per game). This shows a team that peaks during the second half, making them a tough opponent to face in the later stages of a game.

Whitehaven, on the other hand, scores an average of 70.3 points per game. They are more balanced in their scoring distribution, with the second and third quarters being the most productive. Their ability to put up consistent points in all periods of the game shows their resilience and adaptability.

Key Players

Dynamic Prep’s standout players include Jermaine O’Neal Jr., who leads the team with 15.7 points per game. He is complemented by Jaden Toombs, who averages 10.0 rebounds per game and Cobe Coleman, who contributes 3.8 assists per game. Coleman also stands out with 1.7 steals per game, showing his defensive prowess.

Whitehaven’s players, although not listed with detailed individual stats, have been integral to the team’s success, particularly in scoring, defense, and overall leadership.

Statistical Comparison

Here’s how the two teams compare in a few key statistical categories:

• Points Per Game: Dynamic Prep (72.6) vs. Whitehaven (70.3)
• Rebounds Per Game: Dynamic Prep (29.1)
• Assists Per Game: Dynamic Prep (11.0)
• Steals Per Game: Dynamic Prep (3.6)
• Blocks Per Game: Dynamic Prep (3.4)

While Whitehaven doesn’t have stats for some categories, Dynamic Prep clearly stands out in terms of overall production, especially in points per game, rebounds, assists, and steals.

Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

Both teams are set to face Overton at different points in the season, but there have been no head-to-head matchups between Dynamic Prep and Whitehaven yet. With both teams undefeated at home, it’ll be interesting to see how they perform in neutral-site games and against common opponents.

In-State and Out-of-State Play

Dynamic Prep has been more active in out-of-state competitions with a 13-1 record, showing their ability to dominate teams outside of Texas. Whitehaven, on the other hand, is 6-1 in-state, which speaks to their strength within Tennessee. This makes for an interesting dynamic when the two teams could eventually face each other in a neutral setting or national event.

Conclusion

The 2024-2025 basketball season has seen two teams emerge as powerful forces in their respective regions: Dynamic Prep and Whitehaven. Both teams boast impressive records, solid team play, and star players who have helped carry their squads to success. As they continue their campaigns, it will be interesting to see how their paths may cross and who will come out on top when it matters most. Regardless of the outcome, both teams have already shown they are elite, and the competition for the title is bound to intensify in the coming months.