The Wright (WY) varsity basketball team will be playing a home non-conference game against Hot Springs County (Thermopolis, WY) today at 7 p.m.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Wyoming High School Basketball
Who: Hot Springs County vs Wright
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Hot Springs County vs Wright
As the 2024-2025 Wyoming high school basketball season unfolds, Hot Springs County and Wright have emerged as two teams to watch. Both squads have displayed solid performances early in the season, with notable strengths and key matchups ahead. Here’s an in-depth look at their standings, performance, and future head-to-head matchups.
Record Overview
Hot Springs County (2024-2025)
- Record: 3-1
- Home: 0-0
- Away: 1-1
- Neutral: 2-0
- Win Percentage: .750
- Points For (PF): 254
- Points Against (PA): 223
Hot Springs County has had a strong start to the season, boasting a .750 win percentage. Their performance has been particularly solid on neutral ground, where they remain undefeated. The team has outscored its opponents 254 to 223, showing a balanced offense and defense.
Wright (2024-2025)
- Record: 6-2
- Class: 2A
- Home: 3-0
- Away: 1-0
- Neutral: 2-2
- Win Percentage: .750
- Points For (PF): 518
- Points Against (PA): 448
Wright also holds a .750 win percentage, with an impressive 6-2 record. They have been particularly strong at home, remaining undefeated in their own gym. Their scoring output is significantly higher than Hot Springs County’s, having tallied 518 points thus far, although they have allowed 448 points, indicating a more offense-oriented approach.
Scoring Averages
- Hot Springs County: 63.5 points per game
- Wright: 64.8 points per game
Both teams are averaging a similar number of points per game, but Wright holds a slight edge in scoring, averaging just over 64 points per contest. With both teams excelling offensively, future matchups between the two could feature a high-paced and exciting game.
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced several common opponents this season. Here’s how each fared:
- Glenrock:
- Hot Springs County: Won 83-66 (12/20/24)
- Wright: Upcoming matchup on 2/7/25
- Big Horn:
- Hot Springs County: Upcoming matchup on 1/10/25
- Wright: 1/31/25 and 2/21/25
- Sundance:
- Hot Springs County: 1/11/25
- Wright: 1/24/25 and 2/15/25
- Tongue River:
- Hot Springs County: 1/11/25
- Wright: 1/25/25 and 2/14/25
- Wind River:
- Hot Springs County: Upcoming matchups on 1/17/25 and 2/20/25
- Wright: 12/20/24 (Loss 69-23) and 2/8/25
- Shoshoni:
- Hot Springs County: 1/24/25
- Wright: 1/10/25 and 2/14/25
- Greybull:
- Hot Springs County: 1/25/25 and 2/15/25
- Wright: 12/13/24 (Won 74-45)
- Wyoming Indian:
- Hot Springs County: Upcoming on 1/30/25
- Wright: 12/14/24 (Won 90-80)
- Rocky Mountain:
- Hot Springs County: 1/31/25 and 2/21/25
- Wright: 12/13/24 (Won 71-43)
These shared matchups indicate that both teams are facing strong competition, with several exciting games yet to come.
Head-to-Head Record and Playoffs
- Head-to-Head Record:
While both teams have had successful seasons, they have not faced each other yet. Their first encounter will be an important one, offering insight into how these two strong teams stack up against each other. - Playoffs:
As of now, neither team has qualified for the playoffs, but both are poised to make deep runs, depending on their performance in upcoming games. Hot Springs County’s balanced offense and solid defense make them a formidable opponent, while Wright’s high-scoring offense could give them an edge in a high-pressure postseason scenario.
Conclusion
The 2024-2025 basketball season has already proven to be a thrilling one for both Hot Springs County and Wright. With impressive records, similar scoring averages, and multiple matchups against common opponents, the stage is set for a highly anticipated meeting between the two. Fans of Wyoming high school basketball are in for an exciting season as both teams continue to battle it out on the court.
