It’s a big night for high school basketball in Wisconsin, as some of the top teams will square off. I’ll be taking a look at some of those big name matchups, as well as a couple of under-the-radar games to…
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Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log inIt’s a big night for high school basketball in Wisconsin, as some of the top teams will square off. I’ll be taking a look at some of those big name matchups, as well as a couple of under-the-radar games to keep an eye on across the state.
Pewaukee (5-1) vs Wisconsin Lutheran (7-1)
It’s a battle for the top spot in Division 2, and arguably bragging rights for #1 in the state as Pewaukee hosts Wisconsin Lutheran. Pewaukee is led by a talented starting five including a pair of Division 1 recruits in
Milan Momcilovic
Milan
Momcilovic
6'8" | SF
Pewaukee | 2023
State
#44
Nation
WI
and
Nick Janowski
Nick
Janowski
6'3" | CG
Pewaukee | 2024
State
#71
Nation
WI
. A blend of skill, size, and experience makes Pewaukee difficult to beat. Wisconsin Lutheran counters with a talented lineup of their own, led by sophomore
Kon Knueppel
Kon
Knueppel
6'6" | SG
Wisconsin Lutheran | 2024
State
#56
Nation
WI
at 18.4 ppg. He’s one of the best shooters in the state, but his all around game at 6’4-6’5 has also drawn the attention of D1 schools across the Midwest. Add in
Jamiir Allen
Jamiir
Allen
6'0" | CG
Wisconsin Lutheran | 2023
State
WI
as a ball handler and guys like
Landon Key
Landon
Key
6'4" | SF
Wisconsin Lutheran | 2023
State
WI
and
Jordan Glenn
Jordan
Glenn
5'11" | PG
Wisconsin Lutheran | 2022
State
WI
on the wings, and this is a dangerous team. Don’t forget that star junior
Prentice Young
Prentice
Young
6'4" | CG
Wisconsin Lutheran | 2023
State
#273
Nation
WI
Jr. has also returned to the floor for Wisconsin Lutheran.
Sussex Hamilton (6-3) at Wauwatosa East (2-2)
These two battled for an exciting season opener last year, and although they both lost a lot of talent, there’s plenty of prospects to keep an eye on tonight. Tosa East is led by nationally ranked
Leon Bond
Leon
Bond
6'5" | SF
Wauwatosa East | 2022
State
#62
Nation
WI
, one of the most explosive players in the state who adds in a lethal mid-range game. He leads the way with 20.3 ppg while senior
Aidan Blackmon
Aidan
Blackmon
6'0" | PG
Wauwatosa East | 2022
WI
also averages in double figures. Sussex Hamilton features junior guard
Luther Smith
Luther
Smith
6'1" | SG
Sussex Hamilton | 2023
State
WI
, a player who can take over a game in an instant. Once he sees a couple of shots fall, there’s no telling how much he’ll score. Sophomore
Aidan Konop
Aidan
Konop
6'1" | SG
Sussex Hamilton | 2024
State
WI
is a scrappy defender and also averages 13 ppg, while
Dylan Hibicke
Dylan
Hibicke
6'6" | SF
Sussex Hamilton | 2022
State
WI
gives them some size at 6’5.
Middleton (7-1) vs Milton (8-2)
Middleton is off to an impressive start at 7-1, and face one of their toughest tests yet in Milton. They’re led by 6’5 junior
Gavyn Hurley
Gavyn
Hurley
6'4" | CG
Middleton | 2023
State
WI
who’s having a monster season at 20.1 ppg. He’s a high IQ player with good positional size who does a bit of everything on the floor. This is a battle tested team whose only loss came in the final seconds to Neenah. Milton features unsigned senior PG
Jack Campion
Jack
Campion
5'10" | PG
Milton | 2022
State
WI
, one of the most productive players in the senior glass. His shifty handle, non-stop motor, and incredible passing vision have him averaging 17.4 points and 6.9 assists per contest.
Brogan McIntyre
Brogan
McIntyre
6'5" | SF
Milton | 2023
State
WI
is a strong and athletic 6’6 forward for this team that provides an additional scoring punch and can guard a variety of spots.
Oshkosh North (9-1) at Kaukauna (4-5)
Looking for talented underclassmen? This game has you covered. Sophomore
Stevie Clark
Stevie
Clark
6'6" | SF
Oshkosh North | 2024
State
#236
Nation
WI
is having a big year for Oshkosh North averaging 22.1 points per game. The skilled lefty has size and shooting touch that make him a difficult matchup. This game also features two of the state’s top freshmen going head to head. 6’6 Xzayvion Mitchell puts up 20.3 points and 9.3 rebounds per game for Oshkosh North, while 6’6
Amari Allen
Amari
Allen
6'7" | SG
IMG Academy | 2025
State
FL
is scoring 22.7 a game for Kaukauna. Don’t let Kaukauna’s record fool you, as they’re a talented team coming off two straight wins, and feature Division 1 signed point guard Chris Morgan.
Kimberly (3-3) at Neenah (8-1)
Yes, Kimberly is just 3-3 on the year, but this is a team that can beat anyone in the state on any given night.
Jackson Paveletzke
Jackson
Paveletzke
6'1" | CG
Kimberly | 2022
State
WI
is having a monster year scoring 33.8 a game including 50 against De Pere. He’s a quick and highly skilled player who can torch you with his shooting ability.
Owen Pawlikowski
Owen
Pawlikowski
6'3" | SG
Kimberly | 2022
State
WI
adds in some strength and athleticism on the wing, and will be able to guard most spots on the floor while also scoring 15 a game. Neenah doesn’t have a high number scorer, but is led by point guard
Chevalier Emery Jr
Chevalier
Emery Jr
6'1" | PG
Neenah | 2022
State
WI
. He’s a tough as nails defender who plays with as much grit as anyone in the state. He can score when he needs to but is also a talented facilitator.
JJ Paider
JJ
Paider
6'7"
Neenah | 2022
WI
is emerging as a walking double-double inside at 6’7 while
Carter Thomas
Carter
Thomas
6'5" | PF
Neenah | 2022
State
WI
provides an additional scoring punch on the wing.