The Reed Varsity Basketball team (Sparks, NV) will be playing a home conference game against Douglas (Minden, NV) today at 7:00 PM.

Game Details:

• Teams: Douglas vs Reed
• Date: Friday, January 17, 2025
• Time: 7:00 PM
• Live stream: Watch Here

Rivalry Renewed: Douglas vs. Reed Boys Basketball Showdown

The rivalry between the Douglas Tigers and Reed Raiders boys basketball teams has been a staple of Northern Nevada high school sports, and this season, the competition is heating up. As the teams continue their league campaigns, their records and recent performances tell the story of a high-stakes battle for dominance.

Team Records and Overview

Douglas Tigers (24-25 Season)

• Overall Record: 9-8
• League Record: 6-3
• Home Record: 5-2
• Away Record: 1-2
• Neutral Record: 3-4
• Points For (PF): 1,035
• Points Against (PA): 982
• Winning Percentage: 52.9%
• League Winning Percentage: 66.7%

The Tigers have proven to be a formidable team this season, with a solid league record of 6-3 and an overall positive record of 9-8. Their scoring averages show an offense capable of putting up consistent numbers, averaging 60.9 points per game. Key players like Caden Thacker have been driving the team forward, contributing 16.6 points per game, and Evan Tolbert leads in rebounds with 4.6 per game.

Reed Raiders (24-25 Season)

• Overall Record: 6-11
• League Record: 2-7
• Home Record: 3-3
• Away Record: 1-4
• Neutral Record: 2-4
• Points For (PF): 856
• Points Against (PA): 997
• Winning Percentage: 35.3%
• League Winning Percentage: 22.2%

The Reed Raiders have faced struggles this season, posting a 6-11 overall record and a 2-7 mark in league play. Their offense has been sluggish, with an average of only 50.4 points per game, though Josh Peterson has been a standout player, contributing 15.9 points per game. Defensively, they’ll need to improve to close the gap with teams like Douglas, especially after a tough start to the season.

Head-to-Head: Douglas Dominates in December

The most recent clash between these two rivals came on December 10th, when the Tigers hosted Reed at home and emerged victorious, 82-48. The game was a showcase of Douglas’ offensive prowess, especially in the first half. At the end of the first quarter, Douglas had already jumped to a commanding lead, finishing the half 44-22. Reed struggled to maintain pace, ultimately falling by 34 points.

Box Score from 12/10/24

• Douglas: 82
• Reed: 48

The Tigers were led by Caden Thacker, who contributed significantly on both ends of the floor, while Trent Ipsen also stepped up with crucial steals and defense. Reed’s performance was disappointing, with Josh Peterson and Landon Harrell unable to carry the team’s offense consistently.

Team Statistics and Comparison

When comparing overall team statistics, Douglas has a clear edge in several categories:

• Points Per Game: Douglas (60.9) vs. Reed (50.4)
• Rebounds Per Game: Douglas (29.1) vs. Reed (6.2)
• Assists Per Game: Douglas (11.1) vs. Reed (1.0)
• Steals Per Game: Douglas (12.1) vs. Reed (2.4)
• Blocks Per Game: Douglas (2.9) vs. Reed (0.8)

Douglas has proven to be dominant on both ends of the floor, boasting a high offensive output and significant defensive advantages. The Raiders, on the other hand, have struggled, particularly in rebounding and offensive execution.

Common Opponents

The teams have faced some of the same opponents this season, with Douglas coming out ahead in most matchups:

• Douglas vs. McQueen: Douglas won both their encounters (74-50 and 69-54). Reed, however, struggled against McQueen, losing 58-50.
• Douglas vs. Reno: Douglas fell 64-54 to Reno, while Reed was defeated 70-36 by the same team.
• Douglas vs. Bishop Manogue: Douglas lost 55-37, while Reed was also defeated 69-42 by Bishop Manogue.

Douglas has a 5-3 record against common opponents, while Reed has posted a 2-7 record, highlighting the disparity in performance between the two teams.

Key Players and Standouts

For Douglas, Caden Thacker has been the standout player, leading the team with 16.6 points per game and 2.5 assists per game. Evan Tolbert has also been a force on the boards, averaging 4.6 rebounds per game.

On the Reed side, Josh Peterson leads the Raiders with 15.9 points per game, while Landon Harrell contributes 2.5 rebounds per game. Despite these efforts, the Raiders will need more support across the roster to challenge top-tier teams like Douglas.

The Road Ahead

As the season progresses, both teams face crucial games that could impact their playoff aspirations. Douglas will look to continue its strong league play, while Reed will need to find consistency in both offense and defense to salvage their season.

The next meeting between these two teams is set for January 18, 2025, at Reed. The Tigers will look to extend their dominance in the rivalry, while the Raiders will aim for redemption and to turn their season around.

This rivalry remains one of the most exciting in Northern Nevada, with both teams eager to prove their mettle. Fans can expect a thrilling atmosphere when these two schools meet again on the court.