The Crane (OR) varsity basketball team will host Prairie City/Burnt River (Prairie City, OR) for a home conference game on Friday, January 17, at 7:30 p.m.

Matchup Details:

• Team: Prairie City/Burnt River (CO-OP) vs. Crane
• Date & Time: Friday, January 17, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.
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Prairie City/Burnt River vs. Crane: A Clash of Titans in Oregon Basketball

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season intensifies, one of the most eagerly anticipated matchups is set to take place between the Prairie City/Burnt River and Crane varsity basketball teams. With the game set for Friday, January 17, at Crane High School, both teams are entering the contest with impressive records, making this a thrilling game to watch.

Team Overview: Prairie City/Burnt River

The Prairie City/Burnt River team (located in Prairie City, OR) enters the game with a 7-5 overall record and a 2-1 league performance. Their home record stands at 4-2, while they are 2-2 on the road and 1-1 in neutral site games. The team has demonstrated resilience, averaging 50.6 points per game, although they have struggled in some high-profile matchups.

Team Overview: Crane

In stark contrast, Crane (also located in Oregon) enters the game with a perfect 14-0 record, making them one of the most dominant teams in the league this season. Their league performance mirrors their overall record at 2-0, and they have been unbeatable at home (6-0) and on the road (8-0). Crane has averaged a staggering 67.5 points per game, showcasing their offensive strength across all four quarters.

Head-to-Head: What to Expect

This game marks the first of two matchups between these teams this season. Prairie City/Burnt River will be traveling to Crane for this conference game, which is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on January 17. The second game between the two will take place on February 1 at 4:30 p.m. at Crane.

Both teams have faced off against several common opponents this season, but Crane has had significantly more success. While Prairie City/Burnt River has a 2-4 record against shared opponents, Crane has dominated with a perfect 5-0 record. This sets up an intriguing contest, with Crane emerging as the favorite due to their undefeated run and strong performances.

Recent Performances and Key Players

Prairie City/Burnt River has faced some tough losses against teams like Grant Union (66-40), Enterprise (65-42), and Union (59-34), but they have also shown promise in games like their 56-37 win over Jordan Valley and a dominant 76-22 win over Dayville/Monument.

On the other hand, Crane has been nearly flawless, defeating Grant Union 66-50, Union 59-52, and Dayville/Monument 75-31. Their defense has been just as impressive as their offense, allowing only 615 points throughout the season while scoring a remarkable 945 points.

Team Scoring Averages

• Prairie City/Burnt River: The team has been consistent in scoring, averaging 50.6 points per game. Their scoring comes primarily from a mix of offensive plays, though their performance in the first three quarters has shown some gaps.
• Crane: In contrast, Crane’s scoring is more evenly distributed across the four quarters. Their game average of 67.5 points per game includes notable performances in the third quarter, where they’ve averaged 24.0 points per game.

Record Breakdown: Prairie City/Burnt River vs. Crane

• Overall Record:
  • Prairie City/Burnt River: 7-5
  • Crane: 14-0
• League Record:
  • Prairie City/Burnt River: 2-1
  • Crane: 2-0
• Home Record:
  • Prairie City/Burnt River: 4-2
  • Crane: 6-0
• Away Record:
  • Prairie City/Burnt River: 2-2
  • Crane: 8-0
• Neutral Record:
  • Prairie City/Burnt River: 1-1
  • Crane: 0-0
• Common Opponents:
  • Prairie City/Burnt River: 2-4
  • Crane: 5-0

What Lies Ahead

The upcoming game promises to be a tough test for Prairie City/Burnt River as they face a Crane team that has proven nearly unbeatable this season. Prairie City/Burnt River will need to play near-perfect basketball if they hope to upset the undefeated Crane team. Their ability to defend against Crane’s powerful offense and match their scoring output will be key to the game’s outcome.

For Crane, the focus will be on maintaining their dominance and continuing their perfect season. With their high-scoring offense and stingy defense, Crane will be looking to extend their streak and solidify their position as the team to beat in the league.

As the game draws closer, fans from both schools are excited for what promises to be an exhilarating basketball showdown. With the season on the line for both teams, the atmosphere will be electric, and the stakes will be high.

Be sure to mark your calendars for this exciting matchup, and don’t miss out on the action as these two powerhouse teams go head-to-head!