The 2024-2025 Washington High School basketball season is underway, and two standout teams in the region, Medical Lake and Reardan, are making waves with impressive records and notable performances. Let’s take a closer look at the rankings, team stats, and head-to-head comparison between these two competitive programs.

Rankings and Records

Medical Lake has posted a strong 9-3 overall record, with a solid performance at home (9-1) but a more challenging time on the road (0-2). Their current win percentage stands at .750, having scored 788 points and conceded 685.

Reardan, on the other hand, is dominating with an 11-1 overall record and an impeccable district performance (8-0). They are boasting a remarkable .917 win percentage, having scored an impressive 933 points while allowing just 522. Their only loss so far came outside the district.

Team Scoring Averages

Both teams bring different strengths to the court, especially when it comes to scoring.

• Medical Lake averages 65.7 points per game, with the highest scoring quarters in Q1 and Q2 (28.0 points each). Their offense drops in the second half, averaging just 22.0 points in Q3 and 7.0 points in Q4.
• Reardan averages a higher 77.8 points per game, with a consistent scoring spread across the quarters. They score 19.0 in Q1, 15.0 in Q2, 22.0 in Q3, and 20.0 in Q4, showcasing a strong finish in the latter stages of the game.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced some common opponents this season, which provides insight into their respective strengths:

• Medical Lake has a 5-1 record against common opponents, with their sole loss coming to St. George’s on 12/7/24 (76-55).
• Reardan has performed even better, going undefeated (6-0) against the same set of opponents, including dominant wins over Liberty, Kettle Falls, Newport, and Davenport.

Some key matchups include:

• 12/7/24: Medical Lake vs. St. George’s (L 76-55), Reardan vs. St. George’s (W 87-66)
• 12/13/24: Medical Lake vs. Liberty (W 73-63), Reardan vs. Liberty (W 75-34)
• 12/28/24: Medical Lake vs. Kettle Falls (W 59-45), Reardan vs. Kettle Falls (W 95-38)

Record Breakdown

Breaking down the records further reveals the strengths of each team:

• Medical Lake:
  • 9-3 overall
  • 9-1 at home, 0-2 away
  • 5-1 against common opponents
  • Scored 788 points, allowed 685 points
• Reardan:
  • 11-1 overall
  • Undefeated in the district at 8-0
  • 6-1 at home, 5-0 away
  • 6-0 against common opponents
  • Scored 933 points, allowed 522 points

Looking Ahead

As the season progresses, both teams have crucial games lined up, including a potential showdown between the two on February 4, 2025, which could have significant implications for both their records and their standing in the district.

With Reardan’s perfect district record and high-scoring offense, they seem poised to continue their dominance. However, Medical Lake’s strong home performance and competitive record suggest they could provide stiff competition in any matchup.

For basketball fans in Washington, the Medical Lake vs. Reardan rivalry is shaping up to be one of the season’s most exciting and closely watched storylines.