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Organ Mountain vs Carlsbad LIVE New Mexico High School Boys Basketball 10/01/2025

Organ Mountain vs Carlsbad LIVE New Mexico High School Boys Basketball 10/01/2025

The Organ Mountain (Las Cruces, NM) varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against Carlsbad (NM) today at 7 p.m.

Game Details:

  • Matchup: Carlsbad vs Organ Mountain High School
  • Date: Friday, January 10, 2025
  • Time: 7:00 p.m.
  • Live stream: Watch Here

Carlsbad vs. Organ Mountain: A Comprehensive Team Comparison (2024-2025)

As we dive into the 2024-2025 high school basketball season, a strong rivalry is emerging between two New Mexico teams: Carlsbad and Organ Mountain. Both teams have had solid performances, boasting impressive records and talented players. This article provides a detailed analysis of their season so far, looking at their records, scoring averages, team statistics, and matchups.

Team Records and Standings

Carlsbad has had a standout season with an overall record of 9-3, marking a solid .750 win percentage. Their home record is especially strong, with a 4-1 mark, and they’ve also done well on the road, posting a 3-1 record. They’ve proven to be competitive in neutral-site games as well, with a 2-1 record.

Organ Mountain, on the other hand, holds a 7-5 record, with a slightly lower win percentage of .583. They’ve had strong performances at home, boasting a 4-2 record, but their away and neutral-game records are more mixed, at 2-1 and 1-2, respectively.

Scoring Averages: Carlsbad vs. Organ Mountain

Carlsbad averages 56.7 points per game, with their best quarter being the second, where they score an average of 15.5 points. Their highest scoring output per game comes from the fourth quarter, with 14.5 points per game.

Organ Mountain has been more prolific offensively, averaging 63.0 points per game. Their best quarter is the fourth as well, where they score an average of 17.8 points, followed closely by their first quarter, where they put up 16.2 points. The team also has a small but consistent overtime scoring output of 2.0 points.

Statistical Comparison

Looking at team statistics, Carlsbad has a slightly better defense overall, with 31.8 rebounds per game and a strong 9.8 steals per game. However, Organ Mountain has the edge in scoring, with 63.8 points per game compared to Carlsbad’s 56.7, and also leads in overall team assists, with 12.7 per game.

  • Carlsbad averages 31.8 rebounds, 12.7 assists, and 9.8 steals per game.
  • Organ Mountain averages 31.8 rebounds, 12.7 assists, and 9.8 steals per game.

Player Highlights: Leaders on the Court

For Carlsbad, much of the offensive production comes from Lenny Washington, who leads the team in points (12.8 per game), rebounds (7.6 per game), assists (4.6 per game), and steals (2.6 per game). Washington has been a key player for Carlsbad, contributing significantly across all aspects of the game.

On the side of Organ Mountain, the leading scorer is Lenny Washington, with 12.8 points per game, and similarly, Emmitt McDaniel leads the team in steals, averaging 2.6 per game. Both teams are anchored by strong players who impact multiple facets of their team’s performance.

Common Opponents: A Head-to-Head Comparison

Both teams share several common opponents this season. Carlsbad boasts a 4-1 record against common opponents, while Organ Mountain holds a 2-2 mark.

In some notable matchups, Carlsbad defeated Alamogordo twice (55-21, 67-38) and Los Lunas (48-20). However, they did fall short against Hobbs (63-52). On the other hand, Organ Mountain had a thrilling win over Centennial (65-48) and a competitive loss to Hobbs (55-53).

Looking ahead, both teams have significant matchups remaining against rivals like Mayfield and Roswell.

Record Breakdown

When breaking down their respective records, Carlsbad has an 8-3 in-state record, which points to their dominance in New Mexico. Their 1-0 out-of-state record adds to their strong season performance.

Organ Mountain, with a slightly lower 7-5 in-state record, shows they have the potential to compete but have had some setbacks in key games. However, their 0-0 out-of-state record means they still have opportunities ahead to prove themselves on a national stage.

Final Thoughts

As the season progresses, both Carlsbad and Organ Mountain are showcasing impressive talent and strong team dynamics. While Carlsbad has been more consistent overall, Organ Mountain has proven they can go toe-to-toe with top teams, especially in high-scoring matchups.

With pivotal games ahead, including clashes with teams like Mayfield and Roswell, it will be exciting to see how these teams continue to shape their respective seasons and potentially set the stage for a postseason run.

For fans of New Mexico basketball, these two teams will be must-watch as they continue their campaigns through the rest of the season.

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