The Jordan High School varsity basketball team will host East High School in a non-conference game on Friday, December 6, 2024, at 7:00 PM. The game will take place at Jordan High School in Sandy, UT.

Matchup Details Basketball:

What: Utah, High School Basketball
Who: Jordan vs East
When: Friday, December 06, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Basketball Showdown: East vs. Jordan – A Comparative Analysis of the 2024-2025 Season

As the 2024-2025 basketball season unfolds, the East and Jordan teams are taking to the court with differing fortunes. With early season records of 3-2 for East and 1-3 for Jordan, both teams are showing signs of promise but also areas for improvement. Let’s dive into their performances, statistical comparisons, and key players to better understand the dynamics of this local rivalry.

Season Record Breakdown

East (2024-2025)

• Overall: 3-2
• Home: 2-2
• Away: 1-0
• Win %: 60%
• Points For (PF): 275
• Points Against (PA): 285

Jordan (2024-2025)

• Overall: 1-3
• Home: 0-1
• Away: 1-2
• Win %: 25%
• Points For (PF): 209
• Points Against (PA): 259

The East team has had a solid start, with a winning record of 3-2. Despite a slightly negative points differential, they’ve managed to win on the road, which is a strong indicator of potential growth. Jordan, on the other hand, has struggled with consistency, particularly in their home games, with a disappointing 0-1 record at home and only one win from four games.

Scoring Averages and Team Play

While both teams have had relatively close scores in their games, East edges Jordan out in points per game (PPG). Here’s how their scoring breaks down:

East

• Q1: 11.7
• Q2: 12.3
• Q3: 15.3
• Q4: 15.7
• Total: 55.0 PPG

Jordan

• Q1: 11.0
• Q2: 16.0
• Q3: 16.5
• Q4: 14.5
• Total: 52.3 PPG

East tends to close out games stronger, scoring an average of 15.7 points in the fourth quarter, indicating their resilience in crunch time. Jordan’s offense is more balanced, with their highest scoring quarter being the third (16.5 PPG). However, their slow start in the first quarter could be a factor in their struggles.

Key Team Stats Comparison

• Points Per Game: East (53.4) vs. Jordan (52.3)
• Rebounds Per Game: East (27.8) vs. Jordan (26.0)
• Assists Per Game: East (6.6) vs. Jordan (8.3)
• Steals Per Game: East (7.8) vs. Jordan (8.0)
• Blocks Per Game: East (2.0) vs. Jordan (2.5)

Both teams are quite close in many statistical categories. Jordan slightly edges East in assists and steals, which indicates a more aggressive, ball-distributing approach to their offense. However, East’s slight advantage in scoring and rebounding shows they are more effective in securing and capitalizing on offensive opportunities.

Team Leaders

East

• Points Per Game: Logan Lunt – 13.0
• Rebounds Per Game: Logan Lunt – 6.0
• Assists Per Game: Jett Rimando – 2.4
• Steals Per Game: Jace Schneider – 2.6
• Blocks Per Game: Quinn McCallum – 1.0

Jordan

• Points Per Game: Holden Warnick – 15.8
• Rebounds Per Game: Jackson Ostler – 7.0
• Assists Per Game: Max Brown – 1.8
• Steals Per Game: Holden Warnick – 2.3
• Blocks Per Game: Holden Warnick – 1.0

For East, Logan Lunt is a standout player, contributing heavily on both offense and defense. Jett Rimando and Jace Schneider are also notable for their hustle and defensive efforts. On the Jordan side, Holden Warnick is the team’s top scorer and a critical part of their defense, leading in both steals and blocks. Jackson Ostler’s rebounding efforts have been key for Jordan, but they will need more balanced contributions to find consistent success.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced common opponents this season, providing a glimpse into their relative strength. East has shown success against Summit Academy with a 64-49 win, while Jordan has faced tougher losses to both Cyprus and Highland. Their overall record against common opponents also favors East, who holds a 1-0 record, while Jordan has struggled, posting a 0-2 mark.

Upcoming Key Matchups

The next games for both teams will be crucial for their momentum. East will look to continue their solid play when they face Hillcrest and Highland in the coming weeks. Jordan, meanwhile, will need to bounce back from a tough loss to Cyprus and will face critical challenges against Highland and Hillcrest, where they need to perform well to turn their season around.

Conclusion

As we move further into the 2024-2025 season, East appears to have the edge over Jordan, with a stronger overall record and better performance in key statistical areas. However, Jordan is a team with potential, especially with players like Holden Warnick and Jackson Ostler leading the charge. The rivalry between these two teams is far from over, and it will be interesting to see how each squad adjusts as the season progresses.