The Chaparral (Parker, CO) varsity basketball team will host Pueblo West (CO) in a home playoff game today at 6:30 PM. This game is part of the 2025 CHSAA Boys Basketball State Tournament – Class 6A.

Chaparral vs Pueblo West Game Info:

What: Colorado High School Basketball
Who: Chaparral (CO) vs Pueblo West (CO)
When: Friday, February 28, 2025
Time: 6:30 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2025 CHSAA Boys Basketball State Tournament – Class 6A
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Chaparral vs Pueblo West

The 2024-2025 basketball season for both Pueblo West and Chaparral has been an exciting one, with both teams showcasing their unique strengths on the court. With impressive records and standout performances, let’s take a closer look at the teams’ rankings, records, and key players.

Team Rankings and Records

Pueblo West enters the season with a respectable 14-10 overall record. They have had a more challenging time in the league with a 2-6 record, but their home performance has been strong, standing at 7-2. On the road, however, they have faced more difficulty, posting a 5-6 record. Despite these challenges, the team has averaged 61.2 points per game, demonstrating solid offensive capability.

Chaparral, on the other hand, has had a standout season with a 19-4 overall record. Their league performance has been dominant, boasting a 9-1 record. They’ve shown impressive consistency both at home (8-2) and on the road (10-1). With an average of 69.3 points per game, Chaparral has proven to be a formidable opponent, particularly in their offensive and defensive consistency.

Team Scoring and Statistical Comparison

When comparing the two teams’ scoring averages by quarter, Chaparral edges out Pueblo West, particularly in the second half. Pueblo West puts up an average of 16.9 points in the first quarter, which is slightly better than Chaparral’s 16.1. However, Chaparral excels in the second half, with a significant surge in the final quarter (19.9 points), while Pueblo West averages 17.0 points. Overall, Chaparral’s higher scoring output leads to an average of 69.3 points per game compared to Pueblo West’s 61.2.

In terms of team statistics, the numbers show a clear contrast. Chaparral excels in assists with 17.2 per game, compared to Pueblo West’s 12.5. Additionally, Chaparral is a more aggressive defensive team, with 7.0 steals and 6.8 blocks per game, while Pueblo West averages 11.5 steals and 3.3 blocks. The two teams are closely matched in rebounds, with Pueblo West averaging 32.6 and Chaparral slightly behind at 32.5 per game.

Key Players

Pueblo West’s standout player is Ezekiel Stump, averaging 16.7 points per game. Alongside him is Andrew Trujillo, contributing 13.4 rebounds per game. Other notable players include Micah Campos with 3.2 assists per game and Malachi Stump with 2.7 steals per game.

For Chaparral, the leader is Christian Williams, who averages 19.5 points per game, while Luke Howery leads the team in both rebounds (7.1) and assists (5.6). Williams is also an effective defender, contributing 2.0 steals per game.

Head-to-Head & Common Opponents

Both teams faced Douglas County, with each team recording a victory. Pueblo West defeated them 68-56 on December 19, 2024, while Chaparral dominated in a 73-45 victory on January 29, 2025. While both teams have faced a variety of common opponents, their performance against each has shown that both are capable of strong showings but are distinct in their style of play.

Record Breakdown

• Pueblo West: 14-10 overall, 2-6 in league play, 7-2 at home, 5-6 away, and 2-2 in neutral settings.
• Chaparral: 19-4 overall, 9-1 in league play, 8-2 at home, 10-1 away, and 1-1 in neutral settings.

While both teams have shown competitive prowess, Chaparral’s superior league record and consistency across the board give them the edge in this matchup.

Conclusion

Both Pueblo West and Chaparral have demonstrated impressive performances this season, but Chaparral’s dominance in league play and overall higher win percentage places them at the top. Pueblo West, though competitive, will need to improve on the road and in league play to match up with Chaparral’s consistency. Moving forward, both teams will be interesting to watch as they progress in the season, with key players like Ezekiel Stump and Christian Williams leading the charge.