The Caldera Varsity Basketball Team (Bend, OR) will host a non-conference game against West Linn (OR) on Friday, January 17, 2025, at 7:00 PM.
Game Details:
- Teams: West Linn vs Caldera
- Date: Friday, January 17, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM
- Live stream: Watch Here
West Linn vs. Caldera: A Breakdown of the 2024-2025 Season
The 2024-2025 high school basketball season has brought an exciting contrast of teams in the Oregon basketball scene. As we take a closer look at two top teams—West Linn and Caldera—we can see distinct strengths and challenges. Below is an in-depth look at their performance, rankings, and a comparison of their season so far.
West Linn Overview (24-25 Season)
West Linn enters the 2024-2025 season with a strong 10-1 record. Their stellar performance has been marked by a near-perfect record in non-league play (7-0) and impressive home court dominance (6-0). West Linn’s ability to perform on the road (3-1) has also been a highlight, with the team boasting a 0-1 league record, which is their only blemish. West Linn’s overall scoring average is a testament to their offensive efficiency, averaging 71.3 points per game. The team’s consistency is seen across all quarters, as they post 20.5 points in the first quarter, 19.5 in the second and fourth quarters, and 18.3 in the third.
Caldera Overview (24-25 Season)
Caldera, with a record of 9-4, has shown resilience throughout the season. While they have an impressive home record of 5-0, their away performance has been more challenging, with a 2-3 record. The team’s non-league play has been solid, with a 7-3 record, though they’ve struggled a bit against common opponents, recording a 1-2 mark. Caldera’s overall scoring average of 58.7 points per game falls short of West Linn’s, but they have still shown the ability to compete, particularly in home games. The team’s scoring averages across quarters (15.0 in Q1, 16.5 in Q2, 13.5 in Q3, and 15.0 in Q4) indicate some fluctuations, particularly in the third quarter, where they have struggled.
Common Opponents
One of the best ways to gauge the relative strengths of these two teams is through their shared opponents. West Linn faced Nelson on December 10, 2024, securing a narrow 64-61 win at home. Caldera, on the other hand, played Nelson a week later on December 17, 2024, but suffered a 73-62 loss. This result highlights a potential difference in how both teams approach similar matchups.
When both teams faced South Salem, the contrast continued. West Linn will meet South Salem on January 21, 2025, while Caldera faced them earlier in the season on January 10, 2025, and fell short in a 68-63 loss. In another common matchup, both teams faced McNary, but Caldera secured a 63-58 victory on December 29, 2024, while West Linn is set to meet McNary on February 7, 2025.
Record Breakdown: Key Insights
- Overall Performance: West Linn’s 10-1 overall record dwarfs Caldera’s 9-4, signaling their dominant presence in both league and non-league matchups.
- Home vs. Away: West Linn’s home court advantage is clear (6-0), while Caldera has been solid at home (5-0), but their away games have been more inconsistent (2-3).
- Common Opponents: Both teams share a record of 1-0 against common opponents, but Caldera has struggled against teams like South Salem, with a 0-2 record.
- Playoff & Out-of-State Performance: Both teams have yet to experience playoff matchups, though Caldera’s lone out-of-state game resulted in a loss, while West Linn has been impressive with a 2-0 out-of-state record.
Conclusion
As both teams move deeper into the season, the differences in their performance are notable. West Linn’s offensive consistency and ability to win in varied environments (home, away, and neutral) give them a clear edge, while Caldera remains competitive but may need to address their road record and consistency in scoring. With more common opponents on the horizon and upcoming matchups like McNary and South Salem, both teams will have more opportunities to prove their mettle and fine-tune their strategies as the season progresses.
