The Borah varsity basketball team (Boise, ID) will host a home conference game against Kuna (ID) on Friday, January 24, at 7:30 PM.
Borah vs Kuna Game Info:
What: Idaho High School Basketball
Who: Borah (ID) vs Kuna (ID)
When: Friday, January 24, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Borah vs Kuna
As the high school basketball season heats up, the upcoming conference clash between Kuna and Borah promises to be a thriller. Scheduled for Friday, January 24, at 7:30 PM, this game will take place at Borah High School in Boise, Idaho. With both teams bringing unique strengths and records, fans can expect an exciting matchup.
Team Records and Rankings
Kuna:
- Overall Record: 10-3
- Conference Record: 5-1
- Home Record: 4-2
- Away Record: 4-1
- Neutral Record: 2-0
- Win Percentage: 76.9%
- Conference Win Percentage: 83.3%
- Points For (PF): 706
- Points Against (PA): 602
Borah:
- Overall Record: 7-6
- Conference Record: 2-4
- Home Record: 3-2
- Away Record: 2-4
- Neutral Record: 2-0
- Win Percentage: 53.8%
- Conference Win Percentage: 33.3%
- Points For (PF): 671
- Points Against (PA): 666
Kuna holds a decisive edge in overall and conference records, showcasing a consistent ability to perform both at home and on the road. Borah, however, remains a formidable opponent, particularly on their home court.
Scoring Averages by Quarter
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuna | 13.0 | 13.0 | 14.0 | 23.0 | 54.3 |
| Borah | 17.3 | 10.8 | 14.0 | 14.3 | 51.6 |
Kuna demonstrates a strong fourth-quarter presence, averaging 23 points, which could be crucial in close games. Borah’s first-quarter average of 17.3 points indicates their ability to start games strong, potentially putting pressure on opponents early.
Head-to-Head Matchup
The last time these two teams met was on December 4, 2024, with Kuna edging out Borah in a nail-biter, 52-50. The game was tightly contested, and Kuna’s ability to close out in the fourth quarter proved to be the difference.
Common Opponents
| Opponent | Kuna Result | Borah Result |
| Ridgevue | L 61-49, W 56-47 | W 74-62 |
| Boise | W 59-47, L 56-46 | W 66-48 |
| Timberline | W 54-40 | L 49-38 |
| Rocky Mountain | W 45-38, W 52-49 | L 54-43, W 62-37 |
| Eagle | L 53-50 | L 52-48 |
Kuna has a stronger record against common opponents (6-3) compared to Borah (3-4). However, both teams have shown the ability to win against tough competition, setting the stage for a highly competitive game.
Game Preview
With Kuna’s superior record and recent head-to-head victory, they enter the game as slight favorites. However, Borah’s home-court advantage and strong first-quarter scoring make them a dangerous opponent. Key factors to watch include Kuna’s ability to maintain their fourth-quarter dominance and Borah’s performance in the early stages of the game.
Prediction
This matchup has all the ingredients for another close contest. If Kuna can replicate their fourth-quarter magic and limit Borah’s early scoring surge, they stand a strong chance of securing another victory. However, if Borah capitalizes on their home-court advantage and executes well in the clutch, an upset could be on the horizon.
