The Boulder City (NV) varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against Chaparral (Las Vegas, NV) today at 6:30 PM.

Matchup Information:

• Team: Chaparral vs Boulder City
• Date: Friday, Jan. 17, 2025
• Time: 6:30 PM
• Live stream: Watch Here

Chaparral and Boulder City: A Head-to-Head Breakdown for the 2024-2025 Season

As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, two teams in Nevada’s Division 46 are beginning to draw attention with their respective performances: Chaparral and Boulder City. With contrasting results and unique strengths, these teams are making waves in both their league and overall records.

Chaparral: A Solid Yet Inconsistent Season

Chaparral enters the season with an overall record of 10-10. While this reflects a balanced team performance, their league standing shows some struggles with a 2-3 record. Their home record is a respectable 5-4, but they face challenges when on the road with a 3-2 away record and a tough 2-4 neutral-site performance. Their point total for the season stands at 1,190 points, but they have allowed 1,234, showing room for improvement on both ends of the floor.

Offensively, Chaparral averages 59.5 points per game. In terms of team scoring, they are led by senior standout Qualib Ghallab, who is averaging 17.4 points per game, the highest on the team. He also leads in rebounds with 11.7 per game, showing his critical role both offensively and defensively. However, Chaparral will need to improve in key areas like team rebounds (39.3 per game) and assists (13.4 per game) if they are to remain competitive.

Boulder City: Dominance and Consistency

Boulder City, on the other hand, is experiencing a highly successful season. They boast a 14-5 overall record and a perfect 7-0 record in league play. Their performance at home has been strong with a 3-2 record, and they are nearly unbeatable on the road with a 7-1 mark. Boulder City has put up 1,204 points this season while allowing only 913, giving them an impressive point differential.

The team averages 63.4 points per game, slightly ahead of Chaparral. Boulder City’s scoring is led by Sean Pendleton, who is averaging 17.6 points per game, just slightly above Ghallab’s numbers. Luke Wright and Branch Danko add to Boulder City’s success with significant contributions in assists and steals. With 15.6 assists and 9.3 steals per game, the team’s fluid ball movement and defensive tenacity are key to their success.

A Closer Look at Key Players

Chaparral’s Qualib Ghallab has been a standout this season, particularly in the rebounding department with an impressive 11.7 rebounds per game. Alongside him, Izayah Thomas contributes 3.1 assists and 2.4 steals per game, helping the team both offensively and defensively.

For Boulder City, their main offensive catalyst is Sean Pendleton, whose 17.6 points per game make him a constant scoring threat. Additionally, Luke Wright has played a key role in distributing the ball with 4.9 assists per game and defending with 2.9 steals per game. Boulder City’s ability to distribute and defend has propelled them to a stellar season.

Common Opponents: Insights from the Head-to-Head Matchups

Looking at their matchups against common opponents gives further insight into how each team has performed relative to one another.

• Pahrump Valley: Chaparral defeated Pahrump Valley 47-42, while Boulder City earned a decisive win over the same opponent 64-41.
• The Meadows School: Both teams had close contests against The Meadows School, with Chaparral narrowly losing 68-66, and Boulder City winning 53-46.
• Moapa Valley: Chaparral recorded a 52-40 victory over Moapa Valley, and Boulder City won 72-45, further showcasing their strong performances in these matchups.

Both teams have shown some vulnerability against tougher competition, but Boulder City’s ability to consistently secure wins, particularly against strong league opponents, stands out.

Conclusion

With Boulder City’s perfect league record and superior overall performance, they stand as the stronger team on paper. However, Chaparral’s competitive spirit and leadership from key players like Ghallab and Thomas give them the potential to turn the tide in future matchups. As the season continues, the race in Division 46 will likely come down to consistency, with Boulder City maintaining its lead but Chaparral seeking to improve and possibly cause an upset in the coming weeks. The upcoming games between these teams will be critical as they continue their push for the playoffs.