The Chanhassen and Orono varsity basketball teams are set to face off in an exciting conference rivalry as their 2024-2025 season unfolds. With both teams showing impressive performances so far, the upcoming matchups will be crucial in determining the positioning for the rest of the season.

Team Overview:

Chanhassen (6-8 Overall, 1-4 Conference)
Chanhassen has had a rocky start to the 2024-2025 season, with a .429 overall win percentage and a .200 record in conference play. Despite a tough schedule, the team has shown resilience, winning four games at home and two on the road. The team’s total points scored so far are 980, but they’ve conceded 1,053 points. Leading the team in points per game is Nolan Groves, who has averaged an impressive 46.0 points per game. Their next challenge comes on January 24, when they face Orono at Orono’s home court.

Orono (10-3 Overall, 3-0 Conference)
On the other hand, Orono has enjoyed a successful season with a .769 win percentage and an undefeated 3-0 record in conference play. The team has been dominant both at home and away, with a balanced offensive attack that has led to 1,045 points scored and 873 points allowed. Orono has shown their strength through key victories and will look to maintain their momentum as they head into their home game against Chanhassen on January 24.

Scoring Averages:

• Chanhassen: The team has struggled to put up consistent points, averaging 53.5 points per game.
• Orono: Orono, on the other hand, has been more consistent offensively, with an average of 80.4 points per game, making them one of the more potent teams in their conference.

Head-to-Head Matchups:

The first game between these two teams will take place on Friday, January 24, at 7 PM at Orono’s home court. Chanhassen will look to overcome their slow start and make an impact in their first conference meeting with Orono. The next matchup is set for Tuesday, February 18, at 7 PM at Chanhassen, where the home team will try to avenge their previous loss.

Common Opponents:

Both teams have faced similar opponents throughout the season, with Chanhassen holding a 3-2 record against common opponents and Orono boasting a perfect 4-0 record. Some key common matchups include games against Chaska, Waconia, Jefferson, and Benilde-St. Margaret’s, where both teams have had competitive games, further intensifying the rivalry.

• Chanhassen vs. Chaska: 1/10/25 – Chanhassen wins 75-72, while Orono beats Chaska 87-83 on 1/21/25.
• Chanhassen vs. Waconia: 1/14/25 – Chanhassen loses 88-83, while Orono will face Waconia on 1/27/25.
• Chanhassen vs. Jefferson: 1/21/25 – Chanhassen wins 70-67, while Orono faced Jefferson earlier, winning 86-53.

Record Breakdown:

• Chanhassen:
  • Overall: 6-8
  • Conference: 1-4
  • Home: 4-2
  • Away: 2-6
  • Non-League: 5-4
• Orono:
  • Overall: 10-3
  • Conference: 3-0
  • Home: 4-1
  • Away: 3-1
  • Non-League: 7-3

Outlook:

With both teams poised for action, the January 24 showdown promises to be a thrilling game. Orono enters as the favorite, riding a strong conference record and consistent scoring performances. However, Chanhassen, with their strong individual talents like Nolan Groves, will be eager to show that they can compete with the top teams in the league. Fans from both sides will be watching closely, as this rivalry could have important implications for the rest of the season.

As the season progresses, these two teams will continue to battle for supremacy in their conference, with Chanhassen aiming to bounce back from a rough start and Orono striving to maintain their dominance. The game at Orono will be the first test in what could become an intense rivalry.

Stay tuned for updates as both teams continue to chase their playoff hopes in the competitive landscape of Minnesota high school basketball.