The Rangeview High School varsity basketball team (Aurora, CO) will host a playoff game against Cherokee Trail High School (Aurora, CO) today at 7 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2025 CHSAA Boys Basketball State Tournaments – Class 6A.

Rangeview vs Cherokee Trail Game Info:

What: Colorado High School Basketball
Who: Rangeview (CO) vs Cherokee Trail (CO)
When: Friday, February 28, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2025 CHSAA Boys Basketball State Tournaments – Class 6A
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Rangeview vs Cherokee Trail

The 2024-2025 basketball season has showcased some incredible performances, with Cherokee Trail and Rangeview both having notable runs. Below is a comprehensive analysis of these two teams’ rankings, records, and statistics throughout the season.

Overall Records & Performance

• Cherokee Trail (24-25) has had a challenging season with an overall record of 10-14. They have struggled in league play with a 1-6 record, but have managed to achieve a balanced home record of 4-3.
• Rangeview (24-25), on the other hand, has been undefeated, boasting an impressive 23-0 record overall. Their league performance is perfect at 10-0, and they have yet to drop a game at home, away, or neutral courts, with a 7-0 record in all three categories.

Team Scoring Averages

• Cherokee Trail averages 57.2 points per game, with a steady progression in scoring throughout the game: 14.4 points in the first quarter, 11.8 in the second, 15.7 in the third, and 15.4 in the fourth.
• Rangeview, known for their potent offense, scores an average of 73.7 points per game. Their scoring is much more consistent, peaking in the third quarter with 24.5 points, while they begin with a strong first quarter at 21.0 points. The fourth quarter is their lowest-scoring period with 11.3 points.

Statistical Comparison

• Cherokee Trail struggles in several key areas when compared to Rangeview:
  • Points Per Game: Cherokee Trail scores an average of 56.5 points, while Rangeview leads with 73.2.
  • Rebounds: Rangeview dominates in the paint, averaging 32.3 rebounds per game compared to Cherokee Trail’s 26.8.
  • Assists: Rangeview excels in playmaking with 17.1 assists per game, while Cherokee Trail averages 10.5.
  • Steals: Cherokee Trail averages 6.7 steals, but Rangeview’s defense is even stronger, with 12.0 steals per game.
  • Blocks: Cherokee Trail has 1.3 blocks per game, while Rangeview averages 5.5.

Top Players

• Cherokee Trail relies heavily on Jordan Mitchell, who leads the team in scoring (10.8 PPG), assists (2.6), and steals (1.3). Vince Guthrie contributes with 5.4 rebounds per game, and Nathan Baack provides defensive support with 0.3 blocks per game.
• Rangeview has several standout players:
  • Ladavian King leads the team with 16.4 points per game.
  • Aidan Perez and Royce Edwards each average 5.4 and 4.0 rebounds per game, respectively, while also contributing to the assists column (Edwards averages 4.0 assists).
  • The defense is anchored by Marceles Duncan, who averages 3.1 blocks per game, making Rangeview a force to be reckoned with on both ends of the floor.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced several common opponents this season, and the results highlight Rangeview’s dominance:

• Cherokee Trail has a 3-0 record against common opponents, including wins over Vista PEAK Prep, Northfield, and Grandview.
• Rangeview, however, has a perfect 7-0 record against the same teams, including victories over Vista PEAK Prep, Northfield, and Grandview.

Head-to-Head Comparison

When looking at head-to-head performance, Cherokee Trail’s record is a far cry from Rangeview’s perfection:

• Cherokee Trail: 1-5 at home, 5-6 on the road, and 4-3 at neutral sites.
• Rangeview: An undefeated 9-0 record at home, 7-0 on the road, and 7-0 at neutral venues.

Conclusion

In summary, while Cherokee Trail has shown resilience throughout the season, their record and statistics reflect the challenges they’ve faced. In contrast, Rangeview has been an unstoppable force, with a perfect record across all categories. The team’s strong offense, robust defense, and depth in key areas have propelled them to the top of the state rankings.

As we head into the postseason, Cherokee Trail will need to find ways to increase their scoring and improve their defense if they wish to make a deeper run. Meanwhile, Rangeview is well-positioned as a championship contender with their balanced and high-level play on both ends of the court.