The Mountain View (Meridian, ID) varsity basketball team will host a home conference game against Timberline (Boise, ID) on Friday, January 17 at 7:30 p.m.

Mountain View vs Timberline Game Info:

What: Idaho High School Basketball
Who: Mountain View (ID) vs Timberline (ID)
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Mountain View vs Timberline

As the 2024-2025 basketball season unfolds, both Timberline and Mountain View have had impressive runs so far, each with distinct strengths and challenges. Their performances in both league and non-league games, as well as their head-to-head and common opponent records, offer a rich narrative of their seasons. Let’s dive into the key statistics and outcomes that define these two teams as they head into the second half of their schedules.

Overall Record and Performance

• Timberline: With an overall record of 7-5, Timberline has showcased a solid performance so far. They remain undefeated in conference play, boasting a perfect 2-0 record, highlighting their strength within the league. Their balanced approach across home, away, and neutral-site games, where they hold a 1-1, 4-3, and 2-1 record respectively, positions them as a competitive force. Timberline averages 53.5 points per game (PPG) with a slight deficit in points against (588), indicating a potential area for improvement.
• Mountain View: Mountain View holds a marginally better overall record of 7-4, with a .636 win percentage. However, they have struggled in conference play with a 1-1 record, showing that their performance in the league will be crucial moving forward. The team’s record of 2-1 at home and 3-0 in neutral games shows a strong adaptability in various settings, but their 2-3 record in away games suggests room for growth. Mountain View averages a higher 62.1 PPG, indicative of their offensive power.

Scoring Averages by Quarter

Both teams maintain a competitive edge through their scoring abilities, with Timberline averaging 53.5 PPG and Mountain View 62.1 PPG. Timberline’s points per quarter average shows consistency but also hints at potential struggles in the latter stages of the game, with a noticeable dip in the fourth quarter (10.8 points) compared to the first (15.2 points). Mountain View, on the other hand, has a strong second quarter (18.0 points), but their scoring decreases in the third quarter (11.7 points), suggesting they could improve consistency across all four quarters.

Team Leaders and Key Stats

• Timberline:
  • Points Per Game: Cooper Patterson leads with 13.9 PPG.
  • Rebounds Per Game: Patterson also dominates here with 6.5 RPG, showcasing his versatility.
  • Assists Per Game: Landon Starnes leads with 3.0 assists.
  • Steals Per Game: Kian Foy stands out with 2.4 steals, emphasizing Timberline’s defensive capabilities.
  • Blocks Per Game: Corbin Hedgecoth contributes with 0.4 blocks.
• Mountain View:
  • Points Per Game: Their top scorer averages 5.1 PPG, though the specific player is not listed.
  • Rebounds Per Game: Their leading rebounder pulls down 2.7 boards per game.
  • Assists Per Game: The assist leader contributes 1.1 assists, an area for improvement compared to Timberline’s leaders.
  • Steals Per Game: A team leader with 0.9 steals indicates a need for more defensive pressure.
  • Blocks Per Game: A solid 0.3 blocks per game represents a relatively defensive team.

Common Opponents and Head-to-Head Matchup

The teams have faced several of the same opponents, with Timberline holding a 4-3 record against common foes and Mountain View sitting at 3-3. Notably, both teams recorded wins against Bishop Kelly, though Timberline has shown more consistency with victories over teams like Rocky Mountain and Preston.

Their head-to-head meeting still lies ahead, adding to the anticipation of this season’s rivalry. Both teams will look to capitalize on their strengths and shore up weaknesses as they prepare for this matchup and beyond.

Record Breakdown by Game Type

The overall picture of their records by game type shows the differences in their approaches. Timberline has excelled in neutral-site games with a 3-0 record, while Mountain View has yet to drop a neutral-site contest, holding a 3-0 record as well. Timberline has been better in-state, with a 5-4 record compared to Mountain View’s 7-3.

• Timberline:
  • 2-0 in conference play
  • 2-4 in non-league play
  • 5-4 in in-state games
  • 2-1 in out-of-state games
• Mountain View:
  • 1-1 in conference play
  • 5-3 in non-league play
  • 7-3 in in-state games
  • 0-1 in out-of-state games

Key Takeaways for the Rest of the Season

As both teams head into the second half of their season, it will be crucial for Timberline to continue their dominant conference play and find ways to improve their scoring efficiency, especially in the later stages of games. Meanwhile, Mountain View will need to focus on improving their consistency in conference games and capitalize on their high offensive output. With both teams having faced some tough competition, the season’s latter half promises to be exciting, especially when these two rivals meet.