The Olympus varsity basketball team (Salt Lake City, UT) will play a home conference game against Alta (Sandy, UT) on Friday, January 17, at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Utah High School Basketball
Who: Alta vs Olympus
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Alta vs Olympus

The Utah high school basketball scene is heating up, with two of the state’s top teams, Alta and Olympus, setting their sights on a thrilling head-to-head matchup. Both teams have been dominant in the 2024-2025 season, and their upcoming games will showcase some of the best high school basketball in the state.

Team Overview

Alta High School (Sandy, UT) boasts an impressive 12-2 record so far this season. With a balanced game plan, they have excelled at both home and away games, with a 6-0 home record and a 3-1 record on the road. Their offense has been potent, averaging 67 points per game, while their defense has kept opponents to 737 points across 14 games.

Olympus High School (Salt Lake City, UT) has been even more dominant, posting a 12-1 record. With a nearly perfect 7-0 record at home and a 3-1 record away, Olympus is looking to continue its streak of excellence. Their offense is slightly more prolific than Alta’s, averaging 64.8 points per game, but their defense has been just as solid, allowing only 644 points in 13 games.

Head-to-Head: Alta vs. Olympus

The first head-to-head battle between these two powerhouse teams will take place on Friday, January 17, 2025, at Olympus High School. The game, starting at 7 p.m., will be a critical conference matchup with both teams hoping to stake their claim as the best in the region. Alta comes into the game with the advantage of a slightly better overall record, but Olympus remains undefeated in its region games.

The second game will take place on February 7, 2025, at Alta High School, where Olympus will aim to prove themselves in a tough road game.

Team Stats Comparison

When it comes to scoring, both teams have been efficient. Alta leads in points per game with an average of 67, slightly higher than Olympus’ 64.8. However, Olympus has been strong on the boards, with 30.3 rebounds per game compared to Alta’s 19.1. This difference in rebounding could play a pivotal role in the upcoming matchup, as Olympus has been able to generate more second-chance opportunities.

Assists and steals are also areas where Olympus has the edge, averaging 15.1 assists and 8.3 steals per game, compared to Alta’s 11.2 assists and 6.5 steals. These statistics suggest that Olympus plays a more fluid, fast-paced style of basketball.

Key Players

Alta’s standout player, Dash Reiser, has been leading the team with 18.0 points per game. Reiser’s ability to score and assist (6.9 assists per game) has been a key component of Alta’s offense. Matt McKea has been an important contributor on the boards, averaging 5.3 rebounds per game, while Jaxon Langford provides additional defensive strength with 1.7 steals per game.

On the Olympus side, Gavin Lowe has been nothing short of exceptional, averaging 21.3 points per game. Lowe also leads the team in assists (5.4 per game) and steals (2.8 per game), making him a well-rounded offensive and defensive force. Luke Owen has been the team’s top rebounder, with 7.8 rebounds per game, and Caden Jackson provides additional defensive support with 0.5 blocks per game.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced a number of common opponents this season, including Fremont, East, Skyline, West, and Brighton. Notably, both teams have a 3-1 record against these common opponents, with both teams beating teams like Fremont and West, but suffering losses to stronger opponents like Skyline.

However, while Alta has suffered a loss to Skyline, Olympus has been undefeated against them, further emphasizing the teams’ different strengths and approaches to the game.

Looking Ahead

With both teams playing at such a high level, the upcoming games are sure to be exciting. The January 17th and February 7th games will not only impact the conference standings but will also provide a glimpse into the state playoffs, where these teams will likely make deep runs.

Alta will need to maintain its offensive flow and continue its dominance at home, while Olympus will look to leverage its superior rebounding and assist game to secure a victory. The outcome of these games could have significant implications for the rest of the season, as both teams are primed for a postseason push.

Conclusion

Alta and Olympus are two of Utah’s top basketball teams, and their upcoming matchups promise to deliver high-intensity action. Fans of Utah high school basketball will not want to miss these games, as both teams showcase elite talent and are positioned for success this season.