The DePaul College Prep varsity basketball team (Chicago, IL) will host a home conference game against Brother Rice (Chicago, IL) on Friday, January 24, at 7:00 PM.
DePaul College Prep vs Brother Rice Game Info:
What: Illinois High School Basketball
Who: DePaul College Prep (IL) vs Brother Rice (IL)
When: Friday, January 24, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: DePaul College Prep vs Brother Rice
As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season unfolds, Brother Rice and DePaul College Prep stand out as two powerhouses in Illinois high school basketball. Both teams boast impressive records, high-scoring offenses, and dominant performances against common opponents. Here’s a breakdown of their seasons so far and what makes these teams two of the best in the state.
Team Records and Rankings
Brother Rice
- Overall Record: 17-3
- Conference Record: 3-1
- Home Record: 4-1
- Away Record: 3-2
- Neutral Site Record: 10-0
- Win Percentage: 85%
- Conference Win Percentage: 75%
- Points For: 1,275
- Points Against: 979
Ranked 6th in Illinois, Brother Rice has shown consistency, particularly in neutral site games, where they are undefeated. They’ve also proven to be an offensive juggernaut, scoring an average of 63.8 points per game.
DePaul College Prep
- Overall Record: 20-1
- Conference Record: 3-0
- Home Record: 11-0
- Away Record: 4-0
- Neutral Site Record: 5-1
- Win Percentage: 95.2%
- Conference Win Percentage: 100%
- Points For: 1,299
- Points Against: 943
Sitting at the top of the state rankings and 17th nationally, DePaul College Prep has been dominant across all settings. Their defense stands out, allowing fewer than 50 points per game on average, while their offense remains potent with 61.9 points per game.
Head-to-Head Comparison
While the two teams haven’t faced each other yet this season, their performances against common opponents provide insight into how they might match up.
Common Opponent Record:
- Brother Rice: 9-1
- DePaul College Prep: 7-0
Both teams secured significant wins against top-tier opponents like Joliet West and Loyola Academy. DePaul’s 66-46 victory over Joliet West was slightly more dominant than Brother Rice’s 61-47 win. However, Brother Rice has played a larger number of common opponents, showcasing their depth and resilience.
Scoring Trends
Brother Rice Scoring by Quarter:
- Q1: 16.9
- Q2: 15.1
- Q3: 16.8
- Q4: 14.3
- Average Final Score: 63.8
Brother Rice tends to start and finish strong, with their highest output in the first and third quarters.
DePaul College Prep Scoring by Quarter:
- Q1: 17.4
- Q2: 16.9
- Q3: 17.1
- Q4: 12.8
- Average Final Score: 61.9
DePaul College Prep is most consistent in the middle quarters but tends to slow down in the fourth. This could provide an opportunity for opponents like Brother Rice to exploit late-game scenarios.
Key Strengths
Brother Rice:
- Strong neutral site performance (10-0 record).
- Consistently high-scoring offense.
- Success against a variety of opponents, showcasing adaptability.
DePaul College Prep:
- Undefeated at home and on the road.
- Elite defensive play, allowing fewer points than Brother Rice.
- Exceptional conference play, maintaining a 100% win record.
What’s Next?
With both teams eyeing deep playoff runs, their eventual meeting could be one for the ages. Brother Rice will look to leverage their offensive firepower and neutral site dominance, while DePaul College Prep will rely on their defensive prowess and ability to control games from start to finish.
Whether it’s Brother Rice’s versatility or DePaul’s unrelenting consistency, this matchup has all the makings of a classic battle between Illinois high school basketball elites.
