The Hot Springs County varsity basketball team (Thermopolis, WY) has a neutral non-conference game against Cody (WY) today at 12 PM.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Wyoming High School Basketball
Who: Cody vs Hot Springs County
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 12:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Cody vs Hot Springs County
Wyoming high school basketball is in full swing for the 2024-2025 season, and two teams making waves are Cody and Hot Springs County. Both squads have demonstrated strong performances, with Hot Springs County holding a slight edge in overall record. Let’s take a closer look at their season so far.
Team Performance Overview
Cody Basketball (2024-2025 Season)
- Overall Record: 5-3
- Conference Record: 0-1
- Home Record: 0-0
- Away Record: 3-1
- Neutral Site Record: 2-2
- Winning Percentage: .625
- Conference Winning Percentage: .000
- Total Points For (PF): 459
- Total Points Against (PA): 348
- Average Points Per Game: 57.4
Cody has had a solid season thus far, with notable wins on the road but struggling within conference play. Their neutral site performances have been split, and they have yet to host a game at home. Despite their strong overall performance, the team will need to improve in conference matchups to solidify a postseason push.
Hot Springs County Basketball (2024-2025 Season)
- Overall Record: 6-2
- Home Record: 0-0
- Away Record: 3-2
- Neutral Site Record: 3-0
- Winning Percentage: .750
- Total Points For (PF): 501
- Total Points Against (PA): 443
- Average Points Per Game: 62.6
Hot Springs County has had an impressive season so far, with a higher winning percentage and a better scoring average than Cody. They have excelled in neutral site games, maintaining a perfect 3-0 record. While they have yet to play a home game, their road performances have been commendable.
Common Opponent Analysis
Both Cody and Hot Springs County have faced Lander Valley this season, with each team securing a victory:
- Cody defeated Lander Valley (69-56) on January 7, 2025.
- Hot Springs County defeated Lander Valley (72-54) on December 13, 2024.
Cody, however, fell to Lovell (38-33) on January 14, 2025, while Hot Springs County has yet to face Lovell, with their matchups scheduled for February 1 and February 14, 2025.
Breaking Down Their Strengths
- Scoring Ability: Hot Springs County has a higher points-per-game average (62.6) compared to Cody (57.4), showing a more potent offense.
- Defense: Cody has allowed fewer points (348) compared to Hot Springs County (443), suggesting a stronger defensive presence.
- Road Performance: Both teams have found success on the road, with Cody at 3-1 and Hot Springs County at 3-2.
- Neutral Site Success: Hot Springs County has an advantage in neutral site games (3-0), whereas Cody has split their neutral matchups (2-2).
Looking Ahead
Both teams are poised for strong finishes this season. Cody will need to improve its conference record and continue to leverage its defensive strengths, while Hot Springs County must maintain its offensive efficiency and capitalize on upcoming matchups. The upcoming games, particularly their contests against Lovell and future conference matchups, will be crucial in determining their playoff standings.
With Wyoming high school basketball heating up, both Cody and Hot Springs County remain teams to watch as the season progresses.
