The Orem (UT) varsity basketball team will host a conference game against Cedar Valley (Eagle Mountain, UT) on Friday, January 31, at 7:00 PM.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Utah High School Basketball
Who: Cedar Valley vs Orem
When: Friday, January 31, 2025
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Cedar Valley vs Orem
The Utah high school basketball season is in full swing, with teams battling for dominance in their respective regions. One of the most intriguing matchups this season has been between Orem High School and Cedar Valley High School. While both teams have shown promise, Orem has proven to be the stronger contender, leading in rankings and overall performance.
Rankings & Records
Cedar Valley (24-25 Season Record)
- Overall: 7-11
- Region: 1-4
- Home: 1-8
- Away: 3-3
- Neutral: 3-0
- Win %: .389
- Region %: .200
- Points For: 1,026
- Points Against: 1,013
Orem (24-25 Season Record)
- National Rank: 47
- Utah Rank: 1
- Class Rank: 1
- Overall: 15-3
- Region: 5-0
- Home: 5-0
- Away: 5-0
- Neutral: 5-3
- Win %: .833
- Region %: 1.000
- Points For: 1,164
- Points Against: 923
Team Scoring Averages
| Quarter | Cedar Valley | Orem |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 16.2 | 15.7 |
| Q2 | 12.3 | 11.0 |
| Q3 | 17.7 | 15.6 |
| Q4 | 11.1 | 17.3 |
| OT1 | 9.0 | 5.0 |
| OT2 | – | 11.0 |
| Final | 57.0 | 64.7 |
Head-to-Head Matchup
Orem and Cedar Valley clashed earlier this month on January 10, with Orem securing a decisive 78-51 victory in an away conference game. The game saw Orem dominate from the first quarter, establishing an early lead that they never relinquished.
| Date | Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final Score |
| 1/10 | Orem | 42 | 0 | 21 | 15 | 78 |
| 1/10 | Cedar Valley | 22 | 0 | 15 | 14 | 51 |
Upcoming Matchup
The two teams will face off again on Friday, January 31, at Orem High School in a crucial conference game. Cedar Valley will be looking to avenge their earlier loss, while Orem aims to maintain their perfect regional record.
Statistical Comparison
| Category | Cedar Valley | Orem |
| Points Per Game | 57.9 | – |
| Rebounds Per Game | 26.1 | – |
| Assists Per Game | 13.7 | – |
| Steals Per Game | 7.3 | – |
| Blocks Per Game | 4.1 | – |
Team Leaders
Cedar Valley
- Points: #22 Decker Yeager – 12.3 PPG
- Rebounds: #31 Owen Bawden – 7.2 RPG
- Assists: #3 Carson Stocking – 4.1 APG
- Steals: #5 Ryan Haslam – 1.3 SPG
- Blocks: #31 Owen Bawden – 2.7 BPG
Orem
- Statistical leaders for Orem are currently unavailable, but their dominant team play has propelled them to a top ranking.
Common Opponent Performance
Orem has consistently performed better against common opponents, going 5-0, whereas Cedar Valley has struggled, managing only a 1-4 record.
| Opponent | Cedar Valley Result | Orem Result |
| Cyprus | L 73-62 | W 72-58 |
| Timpview | L 72-38 | W 63-55 |
| Wasatch | L 74-53 | W 72-43 |
| Spanish Fork | L 43-42 | W 64-35 |
| Maple Mountain | W 63-57 | W 64-37 |
Record Breakdown
| Record Type | Cedar Valley | Orem |
| Overall | 7-11 | 15-3 |
| League | 1-4 | 5-0 |
| Non-League | 3-7 | 9-1 |
| Head-to-Head | 0-1 | 1-0 |
| Common Opponent | 1-4 | 5-0 |
| Home | 1-8 | 5-0 |
| Away | 3-3 | 5-0 |
| Neutral | 3-0 | 5-3 |
| In-State | 3-11 | 11-0 |
| Out-of-State | 4-0 | 4-3 |
Conclusion
Orem High School has emerged as the dominant force in Utah high school basketball this season, boasting an impressive 15-3 overall record and a perfect 5-0 in region play. Their strong performance against common opponents and a decisive victory over Cedar Valley earlier this month cement their position as the team to beat. However, Cedar Valley has another shot at redemption in their upcoming rematch on January 31. If they can make key adjustments and improve their defense, they might stand a chance at upsetting the top-ranked Orem Tigers.
