The Lone Peak varsity basketball team (Highland, UT) will host Syracuse (UT) for a non-conference game on Friday, December 6, 2024, at 7:00 PM.

Matchup Details Basketball:

What: Utah, High School Basketball
Who: Lone Peak vs Syracuse
When: Friday, December 06, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
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Syracuse vs. Lone Peak: A Comparison of Key Basketball Stats and Records

As we progress into the 2024-2025 basketball season, the Syracuse and Lone Peak teams have emerged with strong records that point to an exciting matchup ahead. Both teams have performed well across various games, boasting identical overall records of 2-1. However, their stats tell different stories, and this comparison helps illuminate the key strengths and weaknesses of each squad.

Overall Performance

Syracuse and Lone Peak share a similar win percentage of .667, each winning two out of three games. When looking at the teams’ scoring averages, Lone Peak has the edge, averaging 65.3 points per game, slightly outpacing Syracuse’s 62.0. However, both teams have solid offensive outputs, with consistent performances across each quarter.

• Syracuse: 13.7 (Q1), 16.3 (Q2), 14.3 (Q3), 17.7 (Q4) for a total of 62.0 PPG
• Lone Peak: 19.0 (Q1), 23.0 (Q2), 10.0 (Q3), 21.0 (Q4) for a total of 65.3 PPG

Lone Peak shows a strong second-quarter performance with 23.0 points, but its third-quarter dip (10.0 points) might be a concern going forward. Syracuse, on the other hand, has a more balanced scoring approach, with each quarter averaging a solid total, particularly in the second half.

Statistical Breakdown

Comparing team stats, Syracuse outperforms Lone Peak in several categories, especially in rebounds and blocks:

• Points Per Game: Syracuse (40.7) vs. Lone Peak (65.0)
• Rebounds Per Game: Syracuse (15.7) vs. Lone Peak (29.0)
• Assists Per Game: Syracuse (11.0) vs. Lone Peak (14.7)
• Steals Per Game: Syracuse (7.3) vs. Lone Peak (7.7)
• Blocks Per Game: Syracuse (3.3) vs. Lone Peak (2.3)

The most notable difference lies in rebounds, where Syracuse is at a disadvantage with only 15.7 boards per game compared to Lone Peak’s 29.0. This is a significant gap, highlighting Syracuse’s need to improve on the glass. Despite that, Syracuse holds its own defensively with higher block averages (3.3 vs. 2.3).

Team Leaders

Both teams are driven by standout players who have been critical to their success so far this season:

• Syracuse:
  • Skyler Orton: 17.3 PPG, 2.7 Steals
  • Carter Robinson: 6.3 RPG
  • Bradlee Trejo: 5.0 APG
• Lone Peak:
  • Crew Fotheringham: 20.0 PPG
  • Jackson Taylor: 4.7 RPG
  • Ty Cogswell: 1.5 Steals, 2.0 Blocks

Skyler Orton for Syracuse leads the team in scoring and steals, and his defense will be key in limiting Lone Peak’s offensive threats. Crew Fotheringham is a significant force for Lone Peak, contributing 20.0 points per game, while Ty Cogswell has shown his ability to impact both the offensive and defensive ends, particularly with his block totals.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced similar opponents, though their records differ. Syracuse suffered a loss to Pleasant Grove (74-65) on November 20, 2024, while Lone Peak has yet to play them this season. The two will meet again in January and early February, which could be crucial matchups for determining dominance in their league and conference.

Home and Away Performance

When breaking down performance by location, both teams show strong records in their respective settings:

• Syracuse: 1-1 at home, 1-0 on the road
• Lone Peak: 0-0 at home, 1-0 on the road, 1-1 at neutral sites

Syracuse has performed well at home and on the road, which could give them a slight edge in an upcoming neutral-site game. Lone Peak’s unbeaten road record indicates that they may thrive in away environments, and their ability to win at neutral sites could suggest a team that adapts well to different conditions.

Record Breakdown

• Syracuse:
  • Overall: 2-1
  • Home: 1-1
  • Away: 1-0
  • Non-League: 2-1
• Lone Peak:
  • Overall: 2-1
  • Home: 0-0
  • Away: 1-0
  • Neutral: 1-1

The even performance at home and away shows consistency for both teams. As the season progresses, games against common opponents will become pivotal in determining which team can secure a stronger position in their respective leagues.

Conclusion

As the Syracuse and Lone Peak teams continue their campaigns in the 2024-2025 season, both will look to capitalize on their strengths while addressing areas for improvement. Syracuse’s solid rebounding and defensive prowess are contrasted by Lone Peak’s scoring firepower and efficient playmaking. With both teams entering a crucial phase of the season, their upcoming head-to-head matchups, especially against common opponents like Pleasant Grove and Layton, will be key to shaping the course of the year. Whether at home, on the road, or on neutral ground, both teams are primed for an exciting series of games.