The Rio Rancho (NM) varsity basketball team will host a home tournament game against Cleveland (Rio Rancho, NM) today at 2 p.m. as part of the APS Metro Tournament.

Matchup Info:

• Teams: Cleveland vs Rio Rancho
• Date: Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025
• Time: 2 p.m.
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• Tournament: APS Metro Tournament

Cleveland vs. Rio Rancho: A Basketball Showdown

The Cleveland and Rio Rancho basketball teams are gearing up for a highly anticipated series of matchups, with both teams posting impressive records this season. Here’s a closer look at their stats, rankings, and what to expect as they prepare for their upcoming games.

Team Overview:

• Cleveland (24-25):
  • Record: 10-3
  • Home: 5-0
  • Away: 1-2
  • Neutral: 4-1
  • Points Per Game (PPG): 68.3
  • Rebounds Per Game (RPG): 29.2
  • Assists Per Game (APG): 16.7
  • Steals Per Game (SPG): 14.8
  • Blocks Per Game (BPG): 2.6

  Cleveland has been a dominant force, especially at home, with a perfect 5-0 record in their home games. Their overall win percentage of .769 highlights their strong performance this season, averaging 68.3 points per game and demonstrating excellent teamwork with 16.7 assists per game.

• Rio Rancho (24-25):
  • Record: 10-3
  • Home: 4-2
  • Away: 4-0
  • Neutral: 2-1
  • Points Per Game (PPG): 75.1
  • Rebounds Per Game (RPG): 29.2
  • Assists Per Game (APG): 16.7
  • Steals Per Game (SPG): 14.8
  • Blocks Per Game (BPG): 2.6

  Rio Rancho also holds a .769 win percentage with a slightly higher points per game average of 75.1. Their away record stands out, as they are undefeated on the road, boasting a 4-0 mark. Despite having a less impressive home record (4-2), they have shown their ability to win on the go.

Scoring Breakdown:

The two teams exhibit slightly different scoring patterns across the quarters. Cleveland averages 65.1 points per game, with a balanced offensive approach across the first three quarters, before stepping it up in the final quarter with an average of 17.3 points. On the other hand, Rio Rancho excels in the third quarter, where they average 20.3 points, bringing their overall average to 75.1 points per game.

Head-to-Head:

The first game in this exciting series is set to take place soon, with Cleveland traveling to Rio Rancho for an away tournament. After that, they will face off again in an exciting home-and-home conference series:

• Cleveland at Rio Rancho: January 12, 2025, 2:00 PM
• Rio Rancho at Cleveland: February 4, 2025, 7:00 PM
• Cleveland at Rio Rancho: February 21, 2025, 7:00 PM

Both teams have faced common opponents this season, with Cleveland holding a 3-1 record against them, while Rio Rancho has a 1-3 mark. Cleveland has beaten teams like Clovis, Roswell, and La Cueva, while Rio Rancho has also defeated Clovis, but lost to Hobbs and La Cueva.

Key Players:

• Cleveland:
  • Kayden Decker: 11.0 points per game, 0.8 blocks per game
  • Cayden Richardson: 7.0 rebounds per game
  • Tyshaun Williams: 3.5 assists per game, 2.4 steals per game
• Rio Rancho:
  • Kayden Decker: 5.1 points per game
  • Cayden Richardson: 2.7 rebounds per game
  • Tyshaun Williams: 1.1 assists per game, 0.9 steals per game

Final Thoughts:

As both teams prepare for their upcoming matchups, the rivalry between Cleveland and Rio Rancho is sure to deliver intense and exciting basketball action. With both teams equally matched in terms of records, it’s the perfect opportunity for players to step up, make a difference, and add another exciting chapter to this season’s basketball story. The home court advantage will likely play a significant role, especially with Cleveland’s perfect home record and Rio Rancho’s dominance on the road. Fans should get ready for some high-scoring, fast-paced basketball as these two teams battle it out.