The Lake Roosevelt varsity basketball team will be playing a home non-conference game against Freeman from Rockford, WA today at 4:30 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Washington High School Basketball
Who: Freeman vs Lake Roosevelt
When: Today, January 18, 2025
Time: 4:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Freeman vs Lake Roosevelt

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season progresses, Freeman and Lake Roosevelt are emerging as two dominant teams in Washington’s varsity basketball scene. With impressive records, these teams are poised for an exciting matchup. Let’s dive into their performance statistics, team leaders, and key comparisons to set the stage for this thrilling contest.

Team Overview and Records

Freeman (Rockford, WA):

• Overall Record: 11-2
• District Record: 4-0
• Home Record: 3-1
• Away Record: 8-1
• Win Percentage: .846
• District Win Percentage: 1.000
• Points Scored (PF): 807
• Points Allowed (PA): 468

Lake Roosevelt (Coulee Dam, WA):

• Overall Record: 11-1
• District Record: 4-0
• Home Record: 7-0
• Away Record: 4-1
• Win Percentage: .917
• District Win Percentage: 1.000
• Points Scored (PF): 751
• Points Allowed (PA): 530

Both teams boast near-perfect records, with Lake Roosevelt edging Freeman slightly in overall win percentage. Freeman has shown dominance at home and a strong performance on the road, while Lake Roosevelt remains undefeated at home, contributing significantly to their strong season.

Scoring Breakdown

Both teams are high-scoring, with Lake Roosevelt averaging just slightly more than Freeman in points per game. Here’s how the teams compare in terms of scoring by quarter:

• Freeman:
  • Q1: 10.0
  • Q2: 15.0
  • Q3: 14.7
  • Q4: 16.0
  • Final: 62.1 PPG
• Lake Roosevelt:
  • Q1: 13.0
  • Q2: 13.0
  • Q3: 16.0
  • Q4: 20.0
  • Final: 62.6 PPG

Both teams have a balanced scoring distribution, but Lake Roosevelt’s ability to close out games with a strong fourth-quarter performance gives them a slight edge.

Key Players to Watch

Freeman:

• Tanner Goldsmith (#23): Freeman’s standout player, averaging 18.0 points per game, 14.0 rebounds, and 4.0 assists, making him an essential part of their offense.
• Finn LaPointe (#32): Known for his defensive prowess, LaPointe leads the team with 4.0 steals per game, offering much-needed perimeter defense.

Lake Roosevelt:

• Tanner Goldsmith (#23): The versatile Goldsmith is equally effective at scoring and rebounding. His 18.0 PPG and 14.0 RPG place him as the team’s leader in both categories.
• Colton Wells (#2): With 2.0 blocks per game, Wells provides solid rim protection and adds to the team’s defensive capabilities.

Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

Both teams have faced off against some common opponents this season, where both have displayed their dominance. In their most recent meeting against White Swan, Freeman defeated them 62-23 on December 27, 2024, while Lake Roosevelt earned a 62-40 win over the same team on January 4, 2025. These results demonstrate how both teams can control the game, although Freeman’s defensive performance against White Swan was particularly impressive.

A Look Ahead

The matchup between Freeman and Lake Roosevelt on January 19, 2025, promises to be an exciting and highly competitive game. Freeman’s strong road record and powerful scoring offense will face off against Lake Roosevelt’s perfect home record and aggressive fourth-quarter play. Both teams are undefeated in their respective districts, so this game is crucial for playoff positioning.

With both teams performing at an elite level, this rivalry has the potential to become one of the season’s most anticipated games. Fans can expect intense basketball action as these two powerhouse teams look to prove their dominance in the Washington high school basketball scene.

Stay tuned for live updates, as this showdown will surely be one for the books.