The Green Mountain varsity basketball team from Lakewood, CO, will face Copper Hills from West Jordan, UT, in a neutral tournament game today at 12:30 PM.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Utah High School Basketball
Who: Copper Hills vs Green Mountain
When: Today, December 21, 2024
Time: 12:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Copper Hills vs Green Mountain
As the high school basketball season unfolds, two teams—Copper Hills (Utah) and Green Mountain (Colorado)—stand out for their competitive spirit and unique playing styles. Here’s a closer look at their rankings, records, and key statistics.
Team Overviews
Copper Hills (24-25)
- Class Ranking: 33rd in Utah
- Record: 4-4 overall
- Performance by Location:
- Home: 1-1
- Away: 2-1
- Neutral: 1-2
- Points For (PF): 519
- Points Against (PA): 521
- Win Percentage: 50%
Green Mountain (24-25)
- Class Ranking: 134th in Colorado
- Record: 3-4 overall
- Performance by Location:
- Home: 1-0
- Away: 2-2
- Neutral: 0-2
- Points For (PF): 419
- Points Against (PA): 360
- Win Percentage: 42.9%
Scoring Averages
Both teams demonstrate balanced scoring throughout games, with Copper Hills showing strength in the fourth quarter.
- Copper Hills averages 64.9 points per game, with consistent scoring in all quarters, peaking in Q4 (17.7).
- Green Mountain averages 59.9 points per game, with their strongest performances in Q2 (18.2).
Key Players
Copper Hills:
- Isaiah Reiser (#2): A standout, leading in points (18.1), rebounds (4.0), and assists (5.0) per game.
- Jacob Curtis (#31): Anchors the defense with 2.1 steals and 0.4 blocks per game.
Green Mountain:
- Sam Mielenz (#1): A dynamic scorer, leading with 21.5 points per game.
- Ben Swanson (#32): Controls the boards with 8.0 rebounds and contributes 0.7 blocks per game.
- Tre Gutierrez (#3): Facilitates the offense with 3.0 assists per game.
Team Comparisons
Scoring and Defense:
Copper Hills edges out Green Mountain in scoring, averaging 65.0 points compared to Green Mountain’s 63.8. However, Green Mountain allows fewer points defensively (360 PA vs. 521 PA).
Rebounding Advantage:
Green Mountain dominates the boards with 34.3 rebounds per game, significantly outpacing Copper Hills’ 21.0.
Steals and Blocks:
Copper Hills excels in steals (6.7 per game) but trails Green Mountain in blocks (1.7 per game).
Recent Highlights
Copper Hills recently showcased their versatility in competitive games against Crimson Cliffs, Herriman, and Mountain View, with videos capturing key moments. Similarly, Green Mountain impressed against Lakewood, Frederick, and Highlands Ranch, with standout plays from their core contributors.
Outlook
Both teams have shown resilience and flashes of brilliance in the early season. Copper Hills brings a high-energy offensive game, while Green Mountain’s rebounding strength and defensive discipline set them apart.
As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see if Copper Hills can maintain their scoring consistency and if Green Mountain can convert their defensive strength into more wins. Fans should keep an eye on these teams as they continue to develop and refine their gameplay.
For more high school basketball updates, stay tuned!
