The Willamette High School varsity basketball team (Eugene, OR) will play a home non-conference game against Lebanon High School (Lebanon, OR) on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 6:45 PM.

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What: Oregon High School Basketball
Who: Willamette vs Lebanon
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 6:45. p.m. ET
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Lebanon vs. Willamette Basketball: 2024-2025 Season Breakdown

The 2024-2025 basketball season has been a challenging one for both Lebanon and Willamette, with both teams struggling to find consistent success. This article takes a closer look at their performances, team statistics, and head-to-head matchups, providing a comprehensive overview of where each team stands as the season progresses.

Team Records and Performance

As of mid-December 2024, both Lebanon and Willamette have had difficult starts to the season. Lebanon holds a record of 1-3, with a win percentage of .250. Their overall performance reflects a team that has faced challenges both at home and on the road, with a 1-2 home record and an 0-1 neutral-site game. They have scored an average of 51.8 points per game while allowing 258 points.

Willamette has fared similarly, posting a 1-4 record and a win percentage of .200. Their performance has been notably weaker on the road, with a 1-3 record away from home, and a 0-1 mark in neutral-site games. The team averages just 39.4 points per game, with 293 points allowed, making their offensive struggles apparent in comparison to their opponents.

Scoring Averages by Quarter

Looking at the scoring breakdown for both teams reveals some key insights into their offensive performance. Lebanon has a relatively balanced scoring output across the first three quarters, averaging 10 points in the first, 13 in the second, and 12 in the third. However, their scoring drops significantly in the fourth quarter, where they average just 7 points per game. This late-game scoring dip has contributed to their struggles in close contests.

Willamette, on the other hand, has experienced even more inconsistency in their scoring. They start with a slightly better 11 points in the first quarter, but their production drops sharply in the second (7 points) and third (6 points) quarters. Their fourth-quarter performance is better than the third, averaging 8 points, but this inconsistency across the board has made it difficult for them to secure wins.

Common Opponents Analysis

Both teams have faced common opponents this season, which offers a helpful comparison of how each team has performed.

• North Eugene: Lebanon faced North Eugene on December 13, 2024, at home but fell short, losing 58-42. Willamette also played North Eugene at home on December 4, 2024, and suffered an even more significant loss, 69-32. Both teams were unable to secure victories against this opponent, but Lebanon’s closer margin of defeat may suggest a slightly stronger performance in this matchup.
• Dallas: The teams had contrasting outcomes when facing Dallas. Lebanon hosted Dallas on January 10, 2025, while Willamette faced them on December 6, 2024, in a nail-biting game. Willamette emerged victorious, winning 61-59, but Lebanon’s performance remains to be seen. This win for Willamette is one of the few bright spots in their season, while Lebanon will look to rebound when they face Dallas in the upcoming weeks.

Team Record Breakdown

When looking at their season record breakdown, Lebanon’s and Willamette’s performances are notably similar. Both teams have struggled in non-league play, with Willamette recording a 1-4 mark and Lebanon at 0-2. In terms of home and away performance, Lebanon has the advantage at home, where they’ve won one of their three games, while Willamette has failed to win any of their away contests so far.

Both teams are still searching for momentum in what’s shaping up to be a tough season. Lebanon’s strong showing in some of their home games could give them hope for improvement as the season continues, while Willamette will need to address their scoring inconsistencies to turn things around.

Conclusion

As the season progresses, both Lebanon and Willamette will look to improve on their early struggles. While Lebanon has shown slightly better results, especially in close games, Willamette’s ability to secure a win over Dallas shows they are capable of competing at a higher level. With their next matchups against each other, both teams will be looking to gain crucial momentum and build on any positives from their previous encounters with common opponents.

With continued focus on their offensive efficiency and defensive adjustments, both Lebanon and Willamette have the potential to turn their seasons around. The coming weeks will be pivotal for both teams, as they aim to improve their standings and secure more victories in the highly competitive basketball landscape.