5 must-see Oklahoma City area high school boys basketball games to watch this week

The biggest regular-season tournament weekhas concluded, but highly anticipated Oklahoma high school boys basketball matchups continue through the upcoming days.

Here’s a look at The Oklahoman’s must-see games for the week of Jan. 21-27.

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Class 2A Dale (17-2) at Class 3A Millwood (11-5)

When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday

Anticipate a thrilling matchup between the reigning 2A and 3A state champions, who each stand atop the rankings for their respective classes. Dale enters the contest on a tear, having won 13 of its last 14 games behind the stellar player of OU commit Dayton Forsythe. However, the Falcons’ depth seems to have taken a leap despite losing four-star Jaden Nickens. Expect Xon Williams, Chance Davis, and Isaiah Wilks to continue to make their presence felt for Millwood on Tuesday.

Edmond North (10-2) at Deer Creek (14-3)

When: 7:30 p.m. Friday

Matters went in Edmond North’s favor when these two faced off in the second game of the season. However, things are different this time for Deer Creek, which will play on its home floor. The Antlers head into the matchup, having won seven consecutive games behind the play of backcourt duo Clyde Davis Jr. and Hudson Linsenmeyer. Yet, expect the two-time defending Class 6A champion Huskies to be prepared for the ruckus that awaits them at Deer Creek. Look for Edmond North’s trio of Dylan Warlick, Chianté Tramble and Bryce Potts to be ready to snatch a road victory in a hostile environment.

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Class 5A El Reno (11-4) at Class 5A Carl Albert (12-4)

When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday

Look for El Reno to seek revenge on its district foe after Carl Albert won the season opener by double digits. Junior Carter RomanNose has led El Reno in the scoring department for most of the season, taking home Anadarko Tournament MVP honors earlier this month. On the other hand, Carl Albert has been on a tear, winning nine of its last ten games by an average margin of 27 points. Expect brothers Quincy and Jayden Hopkins to look to get things going for the Titans early to win the season series with El Reno.

Class 6A Southmoore (7-5) at Class 6A Choctaw (11-3)

When: 8 p.m. Tuesday

Choctaw sits atop District 6A-4, but Southmoore could shuffle the standings. The SaberCats have won five of their last seven games behind the stellar play of sophomore guard Kolton Brammer, who has averaged over 20 points through 12 games. The Yellowjackets have dominated the competition in the past weeks, defeating opponents by an average margin of 21 points in their 11 wins. Expect Ja’Mon Valentine and Camden Hyman to continue to lead the way for Choctaw on Tuesday.

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Class 5A Mustang at Class 5A Putnam City North

When: 7:30 p.m. Friday

Mustang has been on a tear over the past month, having won both the Shawnee Invitational and the Mustang Holiday Classic. A reoccurring theme in both tournaments was the ascendance of Roman Miller and Tyson Pogi. Miller won both tournament MVPs while averaging 20 points, seven rebounds, and 2.5 steals. It won’t be easy, however. Putnam North has recently found a groove, winning four of its last five games behind the play of Anthony Leonard and Khai Brown.

Key matchup outside the metro

Class 4A Newcastle (10-6) at Class 4A Weatherford (15-1): Tipoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. on Friday. In their only matchup of the year, look for Weatherford’s CJ Nickson to continue lead the Eagles, who are undefeated against 4A competition.

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