The Horizon (Thornton, CO) varsity basketball team will play a home playoff game against Grandview (Aurora, CO) today at 7 p.m. This game is part of the 2025 CHSAA Boys Basketball State Tournaments – Class 6A.

Horizon vs Grandview Game Info:

What: Colorado High School Basketball
Who: Horizon (CO) vs Grandview (CO)
When: Friday, February 28, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2025 CHSAA Boys Basketball State Tournaments – Class 6A
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Horizon vs Grandview

As the 2024-2025 basketball season wraps up, two teams have emerged with notable performances—Grandview and Horizon—each showcasing their strengths and unique attributes. A deeper analysis of both teams provides insight into their successes, individual performances, and head-to-head statistics.

Overall Team Performance

Grandview finished the season with a respectable 13-11 overall record and a 4-3 league record. Despite their .542 win percentage and a close-to-even home and away record (7-3 at home, 4-5 away), they were challenged by tougher opponents, which reflected in their relatively tight margin of 1,476 points for and 1,477 points against.

On the other hand, Horizon had a remarkable season with a 20-3 overall record. Their league performance was stellar with a perfect 13-0 record, emphasizing their dominance on the court. Horizon also boasted a solid .870 win percentage, achieving success both at home (7-1) and on the road (10-2). Their defense was stout, allowing only 1,258 points throughout the season, significantly lower than Grandview’s.

Scoring Averages and Key Statistics

When breaking down the teams’ scoring efficiency, Grandview averaged 61.5 points per game, with notable contributions across all four quarters. Their strongest scoring period was in the third quarter (17.2 points), while their lowest was in the second quarter (12.9 points). The offensive leader, Breven Anderson, contributed 14.7 points per game, backed by Trevor Thomas (6.3 rebounds) and Noah Sevy (1.1 steals).

Horizon, in contrast, averaged 66.0 points per game, with a consistent scoring output across the board, peaking in the fourth quarter (17.3 points). Their leader in points was Noah Sokolowski, who scored an impressive 19.0 points per game, while Kaden Northrup stood out with a solid 6.0 assists per game and 1.6 steals. Horizon’s overall offensive depth was evident, with high contributions from multiple players across the board.

Statistical Breakdown

Horizon clearly outperformed Grandview in most statistical categories, particularly in rebounds (34.0 vs. 25.1), assists (17.8 vs. 12.4), and points per game (66.0 vs. 60.8). While both teams shared a similar number of steals per game, Horizon’s overall efficiency was reflected in their higher points and rebounds.

Team Leaders

For Grandview, the standout player was Breven Anderson, who led the team in points (14.7 per game), while Trevor Thomas was a force in the paint, averaging 6.3 rebounds per game. Noah Sevy was another notable contributor, leading the team in steals (1.1 per game).

In Horizon, Noah Sokolowski took center stage with 19.0 points per game and an impressive 11.6 rebounds per game, which was a major factor in their dominance. Kaden Northrup not only led in assists (6.0 per game) but also contributed significantly in steals with 1.6 per game.

Head-to-Head Performance

When comparing Grandview and Horizon against common opponents, both teams showed dominance, though Horizon had a cleaner record. Grandview finished 2-1 against shared rivals, while Horizon went 3-0. Notably, both teams defeated Arvada West, but Horizon’s victories were by higher margins, such as their 83-81 win compared to Grandview’s 64-57 win.

Here’s how the head-to-head results with common opponents break down:

• 12/5/24: Grandview (77-62 win) vs. Longmont | Horizon (50-35 win) vs. Longmont
• 12/7/24: Grandview (64-57 win) vs. Arvada West | Horizon (83-81 win) vs. Arvada West
• 12/13/24: Grandview (34-75 loss) vs. Broomfield | Horizon (61-53 win) vs. Broomfield

Conclusion

While both Grandview and Horizon had successful seasons, Horizon emerged as the stronger team, finishing with a perfect league record and an overall superior statistical performance. Their balanced offense and solid defense placed them among the top teams in their class. Grandview, on the other hand, showed resilience but struggled against some of the top-tier opponents, especially in away games. Nevertheless, they remain a competitive force in their league, with standout players who can lead them to success in future seasons.

Looking ahead, both teams will likely continue to build on their strengths, with Horizon maintaining momentum and Grandview refining their game to compete at the highest level