The Freeman varsity basketball team (Rockford, WA) will host a home conference game against Asotin (WA) today at 3:30 PM.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Washington High School Basketball
Who: Asotin vs Freeman
When: Saturday, February 1, 2025
Time: 3:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Asotin vs Freeman
As the 2024-25 high school basketball season unfolds in Washington, two teams—Asotin and Freeman—have emerged as key competitors, each carving their own path through a challenging schedule. With strong performances on the court, these teams have given fans plenty to cheer about. Let’s take a deep dive into their season records, statistics, and head-to-head matchup.
Season Performance and Standings
Asotin Panthers
- Overall Record: 14-5
- District Record: 3-5
- Home Record: 5-4
- Away Record: 9-1
- Win Percentage: 73.7%
- Total Points For: 957
- Total Points Against: 857
Freeman Scotties
- Overall Record: 14-3
- District Record: 6-1
- Home Record: 5-1
- Away Record: 9-2
- Win Percentage: 82.4%
- Total Points For: 1,082
- Total Points Against: 656
Freeman has demonstrated a dominant presence in the district, boasting an impressive .857 district win percentage compared to Asotin’s .375. Additionally, Freeman has outscored their opponents significantly, showcasing their offensive and defensive strengths.
Team Scoring Averages
When analyzing their offensive capabilities, Freeman leads in average points per game (63.6) compared to Asotin’s 50.4. Freeman also maintains a strong fourth-quarter performance, averaging 15.3 points in the final frame, which has helped them close out games effectively. Asotin, on the other hand, scores more consistently across all four quarters but struggles to match Freeman’s high-scoring pace.
Head-to-Head Battle
The most recent meeting between the two teams on January 11 resulted in a decisive 63-18 victory for Freeman. The Scotties’ dominance was evident from start to finish, solidifying their superiority in their head-to-head matchup this season.
Statistical Comparison
| Category | Asotin | Freeman |
|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game | – | 62.2 |
| Rebounds Per Game | – | 3.4 |
| Assists Per Game | – | 1.0 |
| Steals Per Game | – | 1.4 |
| Blocks Per Game | – | 0.6 |
Freeman clearly holds the statistical edge, particularly in scoring and rebounding, areas that often determine the outcome of games.
Key Players
Asotin Leaders
- Points Per Game: #23 Tanner Goldsmith – 16.7 PPG
- Rebounds Per Game: #23 Tanner Goldsmith – 1.1 RPG
- Assists Per Game: #23 Tanner Goldsmith – 0.3 APG
- Steals Per Game: #32 Finn LaPointe – 0.4 SPG
- Blocks Per Game: #2 Colton Wells – 0.3 BPG
Freeman Leaders
- Points Per Game: #23 Player – 5.0 PPG
- Rebounds Per Game: #23 Player – 2.6 RPG
- Assists Per Game: #23 Player – 1.0 APG
- Steals Per Game: #32 Player – 0.9 SPG
- Blocks Per Game: #2 Player – 0.3 BPG
Tanner Goldsmith has been Asotin’s standout performer, leading his team in multiple categories. However, Freeman’s depth in scoring and defensive play gives them a well-rounded advantage.
Common Opponent Analysis
Against common opponents, Freeman holds a superior 5-1 record compared to Asotin’s 3-4. Notably, Freeman’s wins were by larger margins, further highlighting their efficiency and dominance.
Looking Ahead
With a rematch set to take place at Freeman’s home court, Asotin will need to significantly improve their game plan to stand a chance against the high-powered Scotties. Defense and rebounding will be key areas of focus if they hope to counter Freeman’s well-balanced attack.
As the season progresses, both teams will be looking to secure a strong position in their district and make a deep playoff run. Whether Asotin can bounce back or Freeman will continue their winning streak remains to be seen, but fans can expect an exciting battle ahead.
