The Nelson High School (Happy Valley, OR) varsity basketball team will be hosting a non-conference game against Tigard High School (OR) on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at 6:00 PM.

Here’s what you need Basketball to know:

What: Oregon High School Basketball
Who: Nelson vs Tigard
When: Thursday, January 9, 2025,
Time: 6:00. p.m. ET
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Tigard vs. Nelson: A High School Basketball Showdown

Game Preview:

The highly anticipated basketball game between Tigard High School and Nelson High School is set to take place on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at Nelson (Happy Valley, OR) at 6 p.m. A return game will follow on Friday, January 10, 2025, at Tigard High School at 6:30 p.m. Both teams have had strong performances so far this season, and this non-conference match-up promises to be an exciting contest.

Team Records and Rankings

As of the 2024-2025 season, both teams are ranked within Oregon’s basketball scene:

• Tigard is currently ranked 58th in the state with a 7-3 overall record. The team has a strong home record (2-2), impressive away record (5-0), and a neutral court performance of 0-1. With a win percentage of .700, Tigard has scored a total of 665 points and allowed 591.
• Nelson, ranked 18th in the state, holds a 6-2 overall record. They have an undefeated home record (4-0), a solid away record (2-1), and 0-1 on neutral courts. Their win percentage stands at an impressive .750. Nelson has scored 576 points and allowed just 409.

Team Scoring Averages

• Tigard has averaged 66.5 points per game, a strong offensive showing.
• Nelson has been slightly more potent, averaging 72.0 points per game, which gives them a scoring edge going into the game.

Head-to-Head Comparison

• The first game is set for January 9, 2025, where Tigard travels to Nelson for a non-conference match. The second game will occur the following day on January 10, 2025, as Nelson heads to Tigard.

Both teams have already squared off against some common opponents, and their performances reflect interesting contrasts:

• Tigard lost to Clackamas 67-61 on December 20, 2024, and later defeated Sandy 75-46 on December 28, 2024.
• Nelson also lost to Clackamas in a future game (February 1, 2025) and beat Sandy 78-57 in a December 13, 2024 match.

Both teams will meet common opponents like West Linn and Lake Oswego, providing additional context to the competitive landscape for this game.

Record Breakdown

Here’s a closer look at how both teams have performed across various categories this season:

Tigard (7-3)

• Home: 2-2
• Away: 5-0
• Neutral: 0-1
• Non-League: 7-2
• In-State: 7-3
• Out-of-State: 0-0

Nelson (6-2)

• Home: 4-0
• Away: 2-1
• Neutral: 0-1
• Non-League: 4-1
• In-State: 6-1
• Out-of-State: 0-1

Key Takeaways

• Tigard’s Strengths: The Tigers have excelled in away games this season, with a perfect 5-0 record on the road. Their offense, led by consistent scoring, will need to overcome the challenge of Nelson’s high-scoring attack.
• Nelson’s Strengths: With a home-court advantage and a solid start to the season, Nelson has displayed a well-rounded game. Their defense has been strong, allowing significantly fewer points than their opponents, which could play a crucial role in containing Tigard’s offense.

Both teams are coming into this game with momentum, making it difficult to predict a clear favorite. Fans can expect a tight, high-energy contest as both Tigard and Nelson look to build on their solid seasons and prove themselves in this non-conference battle. Keep an eye on this game for potential upsets, as both teams have shown they are capable of great performances this year.

This match-up is expected to be one of the more exciting games on the calendar, and fans of both teams will surely be in for a treat as they face off in what could be a preview of future high-stakes match-ups in the season ahead.