The Carondelet (Concord, CA) varsity basketball team will play a home tournament game against Etiwanda (CA) today at 6:30 PM, as part of the Sabrina Ionescu Showcase in Concord, CA.

Etiwanda vs Carondelet Basketball Game Info:

What: California High School Basketball
Who: Etiwanda vs Carondelet
When: Friday, January 3, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Etiwanda vs Carondelet

The 2024-2025 high school basketball season has showcased some impressive performances, and two teams, Etiwanda and Carondelet, are particularly worth noting. As the season progresses, their standings and records have sparked interest, making their potential matchup an exciting prospect for basketball fans.

Team Overview and Records

Etiwanda (24-25)

• National Ranking: 25
• California State Ranking: 10
• Section Ranking: 6
• Overall Record: 8-4
• Home Record: 0-0
• Away Record: 1-1
• Neutral Record: 7-3
• Win Percentage: .667
• Points For (PF): 823
• Points Against (PA): 560

Etiwanda has had a solid season so far, holding a respectable 8-4 record. While they have been dominant on neutral courts, with a 7-3 record, their home and away performances remain more unpredictable. Their offense has been prolific, scoring an average of 68.6 points per game, and they have shown resilience throughout their games.

Carondelet (24-25)

• California State Ranking: 22
• Section Ranking: 2
• State Division Ranking: 2
• Section Division Ranking: 1
• Overall Record: 12-2
• League Record: 3-0
• Home Record: 3-0
• Away Record: 3-0
• Neutral Record: 6-2
• Win Percentage: .857
• League Win Percentage: 1.000
• Points For (PF): 934
• Points Against (PA): 582

Carondelet, with an outstanding 12-2 record, has been dominant in nearly every aspect of their game. Their undefeated league performance (3-0) and perfect home and away records (3-0) highlight their strength. They are outscoring opponents, averaging 66.7 points per game, and have proven to be a formidable force in California high school basketball.

Scoring Averages

Both teams bring strong offensive capabilities to the court. Here’s a breakdown of their scoring by quarter:

• Etiwanda:
  • Q1: 19.1
  • Q2: 15.7
  • Q3: 17.9
  • Q4: 16.7
  • Final Average: 68.6 points
• Carondelet:
  • Q1: 16.3
  • Q2: 16.3
  • Q3: 16.4
  • Q4: 17.2
  • Final Average: 66.7 points

Etiwanda has been particularly strong in the first quarter, averaging 19.1 points. Carondelet, while consistent across all four quarters, has demonstrated a balanced offensive attack. Despite the difference in scoring averages, both teams have shown the ability to close out games effectively.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced common opponents during the season, which offers insights into how they stack up against similar competition.

• Etiwanda: 0-0 vs. common opponents
• Carondelet: 0-1 vs. common opponents

Head-to-Head Matchup:

• Etiwanda: 1/25/25 vs. Moreno Valley (Away)
• Carondelet: 12/19/24 vs. Moreno Valley (Home) – Lost 55-46

Carondelet has had a rough start against their common opponents, suffering a 55-46 loss to Moreno Valley. Etiwanda, however, has yet to face any of these teams this season, so the result of their upcoming game against Moreno Valley could offer a better comparison.

Record Breakdown

Both teams have impressive records across different settings:

• Etiwanda:
  • Overall: 8-4
  • Home: 0-0
  • Away: 1-1
  • Neutral: 7-3
  • In-State: 5-1
  • Out-of-State: 3-3
• Carondelet:
  • Overall: 12-2
  • League: 3-0
  • Home: 3-0
  • Away: 3-0
  • Neutral: 6-2
  • In-State: 8-1
  • Out-of-State: 4-1

Carondelet’s impressive record in all settings, especially their perfect league record and strong in-state performance, shows that they are a well-rounded team. Etiwanda, while strong on neutral ground, will need to improve their consistency on the road and in league play.

Looking Ahead

The next few games for both teams will be crucial in solidifying their spots for the postseason. With both teams performing well and showing impressive offensive skills, fans can expect exciting matchups. Etiwanda’s next challenge is against Moreno Valley on January 25, 2025, while Carondelet will be looking to bounce back from their loss to Moreno Valley and continue their dominance.

The upcoming meeting between these two teams could very well determine which team comes out on top in the highly competitive California high school basketball scene.