The Olathe Northwest varsity basketball team (Olathe, KS) will host a home conference game against Olathe West (Olathe, KS) on Friday, January 17 at 7:00 PM.

Olathe Northwest vs Olathe West Game Info:

What: Kansas High School Basketball
Who: Olathe Northwest (KS) vs Olathe West (KS)
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Olathe Northwest vs Olathe West

As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, Olathe West and Olathe Northwest are two teams that have shown strong performances, and their records indicate a competitive and exciting rivalry. Here’s an in-depth breakdown of their standings, performances, and head-to-head comparisons.

Olathe West (24-25) Overview:

• Record: 3-2 overall, with a 1-2 district record
• Home: 2-0
• Away: 1-2
• Win %: .600
• District %: .333
• Points Scored (PF): 371
• Points Allowed (PA): 315

Olathe West has shown a solid start to the season, with a relatively balanced record. Their home-court advantage has been strong, as they remain undefeated at home, but they have struggled on the road, with just one win in three away games. Despite their slightly weaker district performance, Olathe West has been able to put up impressive points, averaging 74.2 points per game, showcasing their offensive firepower.

Olathe Northwest (24-25) Overview:

• Record: 6-1 overall, with a 2-1 district record
• Home: 1-0
• Away: 2-1
• Neutral: 3-0
• Win %: .857
• District %: .667
• Points Scored (PF): 397
• Points Allowed (PA): 325

Olathe Northwest has had a dominant start to the season with a near-perfect record of 6-1. Their strong overall performance is complemented by an impressive 3-0 record in neutral-site games, and a solid road showing with two wins in three attempts. Their win percentage of .857 shows their consistency, and their average points per game of 56.7, while not as high as Olathe West’s, has been sufficient to secure their victories, with a strong defensive showing limiting opponents’ scoring.

Team Scoring Averages:

• Olathe West:
  • Q1: 22.0
  • Q2: 22.5
  • Q3: 24.0
  • Q4: 15.5
  • Final: 74.2
• Olathe Northwest:
  • Q1: 11.5
  • Q2: 13.7
  • Q3: 17.2
  • Q4: 15.3
  • Final: 56.7

While Olathe West excels in scoring, averaging over 74 points per game, Olathe Northwest has focused more on consistent and balanced scoring. Olathe West’s offense peaks in the third quarter, contributing to their high-scoring games. On the other hand, Olathe Northwest has been more steady, with a well-rounded scoring effort across all four quarters.

Common Opponents:

Both teams have faced a number of the same opponents this season. Here is a look at their performance against common rivals:

• Olathe West:
  • Record: 1-2
  • Notable Results: Loss to Shawnee Mission South (63-48), Loss to Mill Valley (78-72), Win against Olathe North (69-60)
• Olathe Northwest:
  • Record: 3-1
  • Notable Results: Win against Shawnee Mission East (67-55), Win against Olathe East (50-48), Loss to Shawnee Mission Northwest (54-51)

Olathe Northwest has outperformed Olathe West in head-to-head matchups with common opponents, securing a 3-1 record compared to Olathe West’s 1-2. This gives Olathe Northwest the edge when it comes to facing shared competition.

Key Matchups Ahead:

• Olathe West will face Shawnee Mission North and other district opponents, including matchups against Olathe South, Shawnee Mission East, and Lawrence Free State in February.
• Olathe Northwest will continue to face off against top teams, including Mill Valley, Lawrence, and Shawnee Mission West, with their game against Shawnee Mission Northwest in mid-February being particularly noteworthy.

Record Breakdown Comparison:

Conclusion:

As the season continues, Olathe West and Olathe Northwest will be looking to improve their standings, with Olathe West focusing on their road performances and Olathe Northwest striving to maintain their dominance. Their rivalry, fueled by close matchups and strong performances, is shaping up to be one of the most exciting storylines of the 2024-2025 season. Fans can look forward to more thrilling basketball action as these two teams battle for district supremacy and playoff positioning.