The Jesuit High School (Portland, OR) varsity basketball team will host a non-conference home game against Grants Pass (OR) on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.

Here’s what you need to know Basketball:

What: Oregon High School Basketball
Who: Jesuit vs Grants Pass
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 5:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Basketball Team Performance Analysis: Grants Pass vs. Jesuit (2024-2025)

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season progresses, the teams of Grants Pass and Jesuit are showcasing distinct records and performance trends. Here, we delve into a comparison of their current standings, scoring averages, and how they fare against common opponents.

Team Overview: Grants Pass vs. Jesuit

• Grants Pass (24-25)
  • Record: 2-4
  • Home Record: 1-0
  • Away Record: 1-3
  • Neutral Record: 0-1
  • Win Percentage: .333
  • Points For (PF): 320
  • Points Against (PA): 380
  • Grants Pass has had a tough start to the season with an overall record of 2-4. Their performance at home is strong, with one win and no losses, but they’ve struggled away from home, especially with a 0-1 record in neutral site games.
• Jesuit (24-25)
  • Record: 2-2
  • Home Record: 1-0
  • Away Record: 0-1
  • Neutral Record: 1-1
  • Win Percentage: .500
  • Points For (PF): 287
  • Points Against (PA): 276
  • Jesuit has a slightly better overall record at 2-2, with a perfect home record of 1-0. They have an even split between neutral and away games, but their performance seems more consistent, having scored 287 points while allowing 276.

Scoring Trends

One of the key metrics in comparing these two teams is their scoring averages. Here’s how each team performs across quarters:

• Grants Pass Scoring:
  Grants Pass has an average of 53.3 points per game. Specific quarter-by-quarter breakdowns aren’t available, but this overall figure reflects a balanced, yet low-scoring attack, which could suggest difficulty in creating scoring opportunities throughout the game.
• Jesuit Scoring:
  Jesuit has a more consistent offensive presence, scoring an average of 71.8 points per game. Breaking it down by quarters:
  • Q1: 16.0 points
  • Q2: 16.5 points
  • Q3: 14.5 points
  • Q4: 12.5 points
  • OT1: 14.0 points
    This indicates a strong start to games, with a slight dip in the second half but still a formidable overall output. Jesuit’s ability to maintain offensive consistency through the first three quarters gives them a reliable edge.

Common Opponents and Head-to-Head Performance

Both teams have faced similar opponents, with a significant matchup against Barlow.

• Grants Pass:
  • Common Opponent Record: 0-1
  • December 13, 2024: Grants Pass vs. Barlow (Result: L, 75-50)
  • The loss to Barlow indicates that Grants Pass faces challenges in competing against higher-ranked teams. Their record against Barlow reflects a significant deficit in points scored versus points allowed.
• Jesuit:
  • Common Opponent Record: 0-0 (Jesuit has not yet faced Barlow)
  • Upcoming Dates:
    • December 26, 2024: Jesuit vs. Barlow (Home)
    • January 7, 2025: Jesuit vs. Barlow (Away)
      Jesuit has yet to face Barlow, but with their solid scoring consistency, they may have a competitive edge in future matchups.

Record Breakdown by Category

Breaking down their performances further by various categories highlights the differences in both teams’ overall strategies:

• Overall Record:
  • Grants Pass: 2-4
  • Jesuit: 2-2
• League Record:
  • Grants Pass: 0-0
  • Jesuit: 0-0
    Neither team has played any league games yet, but as the season progresses, this will be an important factor in their overall standings.
• Non-League Record:
  • Grants Pass: 2-4
  • Jesuit: 1-0
    Jesuit has shown more success in non-league play, while Grants Pass has yet to find consistency.
• Home/Away/Neutral Performance:
  • Grants Pass performs well at home (1-0) but struggles away (1-3) and in neutral settings (0-1).
  • Jesuit has a strong home record (1-0), but they are balanced on the road (0-1) and neutral (1-1).
• In-State vs. Out-of-State Record:
  • Grants Pass: 2-4 (In-State)
  • Jesuit: 1-2 (In-State)
    Both teams have faced stiff competition within the state, with Jesuit having more success in their out-of-state games.

Conclusion

As the season unfolds, Grants Pass and Jesuit each demonstrate their strengths and weaknesses. Grants Pass will need to improve its away performance to remain competitive, while Jesuit’s consistent offensive output positions them as a more reliable team overall. Their upcoming matchup against Barlow will be key for both teams, and it could be a turning point in their respective seasons. Fans can expect an exciting season as these teams face off and continue to develop their strategies.