The Crown Point (IN) varsity basketball team will play a home non-conference game against Laporte (MN) on Friday, January 31 at 7 p.m.
Crown Point vs Laporte Game Info:
What: Indiana High School Basketball
Who: Crown Point (IN) vs Laporte (IN)
When: Friday, January 31, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Crown Point vs Laporte
As we look at the contrasting performance of the Laporte and Crown Point basketball teams in the 2024-2025 season, one thing is clear—these two teams are at opposite ends of the spectrum.
Laporte has struggled throughout the season with a 3-12 overall record, including a tough 0-4 in conference play. This poor conference record has weighed heavily on their overall performance, as they have only managed to secure two wins at home (2-7) and one on the road (1-5). Their offensive and defensive struggles are evident, with the team scoring an average of 40.1 points per game, while allowing a hefty 1,099 points overall, resulting in an average loss margin of more than 40 points per game.
Meanwhile, Crown Point has been an undefeated powerhouse, maintaining a perfect 12-0 overall record. They have dominated both at home (4-0) and on the road (5-0), and even in neutral-site games, they remain flawless with a 3-0 record. Crown Point has an offensive juggernaut, scoring an impressive 69.7 points per game and consistently outpacing their opponents, allowing just 557 points all season. Their balanced scoring across all quarters—18.0 points in the first, 14.0 in the second, 21.7 in the third, and 17.3 in the fourth—demonstrates their depth and ability to maintain strong performances throughout the game.
Team Breakdown and Records
Laporte (2024-2025)
- Overall Record: 3-12
- Conference Record: 0-4
- Home Record: 2-7
- Away Record: 1-5
- Win %: .200
- Conference %: .000
- Points For (PF): 601
- Points Against (PA): 1,099
Crown Point (2024-2025)
- Overall Record: 12-0
- Conference Record: 3-0
- Home Record: 4-0
- Away Record: 5-0
- Neutral Record: 3-0
- Win %: 1.000
- Conference %: 1.000
- Points For (PF): 836
- Points Against (PA): 557
Scoring Averages and Offensive Strength
Looking deeper into the team’s offensive strategies, Crown Point has been far more efficient than Laporte, particularly in their ability to spread scoring across all four quarters. With an average of 69.7 points per game, Crown Point’s offense shows no sign of slowing down. Laporte, on the other hand, has been struggling to reach consistent offensive outputs, with their average of 40.1 points per game putting them at a significant disadvantage.
Laporte’s Quarter Scoring:
- Q1: N/A
- Q2: N/A
- Q3: N/A
- Q4: N/A
- Final Average: 40.1
Crown Point’s Quarter Scoring:
- Q1: 18.0
- Q2: 14.0
- Q3: 21.7
- Q4: 17.3
- Final Average: 69.7
Common Opponents and Results
Both teams have faced common opponents, though with differing results:
- Laporte defeated Hanover Central (59-58) on December 21, 2024.
- Crown Point also defeated Hanover Central on January 17, 2025, with a decisive 74-37 victory.
Additionally, both teams will face Merrillville and Portage later in the season, with Laporte still awaiting their matchups, while Crown Point already emerged victorious over Merrillville (74-37) and will play Portage on February 6, 2025.
Record Breakdown by Opponent Type
When breaking down records by opponent type, the disparities continue:
- Laporte has only won 3 out of 11 in-state games (3-8) and failed to win any conference matchups (0-4).
- Crown Point, on the other hand, has been perfect across all types, including their 12-0 in-state record, 3-1 record against out-of-state teams, and 3-0 record in non-league games.
Head-to-Head Comparison
When comparing their head-to-head matchups, Crown Point has proven dominant, with a 1-0 record over Laporte, indicating the clear disparity in performance between the two teams.
Conclusion
In summary, the 2024-2025 season has been a tale of two teams heading in opposite directions. Crown Point has been a force to be reckoned with, dominating every aspect of the game, while Laporte has struggled to find their rhythm. With only a handful of games left, Crown Point will likely continue their perfect season, while Laporte will need to regroup and rebuild if they hope to improve their performance before the season’s end.
