The Mill Valley varsity basketball team will host Shawnee Mission Northwest for a home conference game on Friday, January 31, at 7 p.m.
Mill Valley vs Shawnee Mission Northwest Game Info:
What: Kansas High School Basketball
Who: Mill Valley (KS) vs Shawnee Mission Northwest (KS)
When: Friday, January 31, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Mill Valley vs Shawnee Mission Northwest
As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, two Kansas high school teams—Shawnee Mission Northwest and Mill Valley—have established themselves as dominant forces in the state. With a competitive and intense season already in play, both teams have posted impressive records and statistics that highlight their strengths. Let’s take a deeper dive into the teams’ performances, rankings, and head-to-head comparison.
Team Rankings & Records
Shawnee Mission Northwest has solidified its place as one of the top teams in Kansas, ranking No. 1 in the state with an overall record of 9-2. Their district performance is flawless, maintaining a perfect 4-0 record. The team’s dominance is reflected not only in their record but also in their impressive scoring and defensive stats. Shawnee Mission Northwest has scored 735 points while allowing 642, boasting a solid winning percentage of .818 and a perfect 1.000 district record.
Mill Valley, ranked No. 17 nationally, has proven to be a strong competitor, with an 8-2-1 overall record. Their district performance is equally impressive at 5-0-1, and they have scored 739 points and allowed only 554, giving them a win percentage of .773 and a district win rate of .917. Despite trailing Shawnee Mission Northwest in overall ranking, Mill Valley is consistently a fierce contender and is poised to continue performing at a high level.
Team Scoring Averages
Both teams have solid scoring averages, with Shawnee Mission Northwest averaging 66.8 points per game and Mill Valley slightly ahead at 67.2 points per game. The breakdown of scoring in each quarter showcases Shawnee Mission Northwest’s consistency throughout the game, scoring 19.0 points in the first quarter, with a steady decrease in scoring in the second (14.0), third (17.5), and fourth (14.5). Mill Valley’s scoring, however, drops significantly in the fourth quarter, where they only average 2.5 points, though they manage to remain competitive with strong performances in earlier quarters (10.0 in Q1, 9.0 in Q2, and 11.0 in Q3).
Common Opponents
When comparing these two teams head-to-head against common opponents, both teams have impressive records. Shawnee Mission Northwest has gone 4-0 against teams they share with Mill Valley, while Mill Valley is slightly ahead with a 5-0-1 record against those same opponents.
Notably, both teams have faced off against Olathe East, with Shawnee Mission Northwest securing a decisive 75-54 victory on December 20, 2024. Mill Valley will face Olathe East on February 7, 2025. Similarly, both teams have won games against Lawrence and Olathe North, further showcasing their strength against similar competition.
Schedule & Upcoming Games
Both teams have exciting matchups ahead, with Shawnee Mission Northwest hosting Shawnee Mission South and Mill Valley playing against Shawnee Mission West in the coming weeks. Other critical games for both teams include matchups against Lawrence Free State, Olathe South, and Olathe West.
Record Breakdown
The record breakdown reveals some key differences in how the teams have fared in different types of matchups. Shawnee Mission Northwest has a flawless league record of 4-0, while Mill Valley has a solid 5-0-1 league record. Mill Valley leads in non-league matchups, with a 2-2 record compared to Shawnee Mission Northwest’s 3-2 performance.
Both teams have excelled at home, with Shawnee Mission Northwest boasting a 4-0 home record and Mill Valley achieving an impressive 6-1-1 record at home. On the road, both teams are strong, with Shawnee Mission Northwest posting a 2-1 away record, while Mill Valley has a 2-1 away record as well.
In-State & Out-of-State Success
In-state, Shawnee Mission Northwest has a perfect 5-0 record, while Mill Valley also shines with a 8-2-1 in-state record. Neither team has had out-of-state matchups to affect their overall record, but their performances within the state show that both are top-tier teams with a lot of potential.
Conclusion
Both Shawnee Mission Northwest and Mill Valley have demonstrated exceptional skill and competitiveness throughout the 2024-2025 season. With their top-tier rankings, impressive records, and head-to-head performances against common opponents, the remainder of the season promises exciting matchups. These two Kansas powerhouses are likely to continue to dominate their districts and could face off in a highly anticipated postseason battle. Fans of both teams should be in for an exciting conclusion to the high school basketball season.