The Riverton (UT) varsity basketball team will play a neutral tournament game against Bountiful (UT) on Friday, December 6, 2024, at 5:00 PM.

Matchup Details Basketball:

What: Utah, High School Basketball
Who: Riverton (UT) vs Bountiful (UT)
When: Friday, December 06, 2024
Time: 5:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Bountiful vs. Riverton: A Team Comparison for the 2024-2025 Season

The basketball rivalry between Bountiful and Riverton has always intrigued fans, and as the 2024-2025 season progresses, both teams are looking to make a mark. Here’s a breakdown of the teams’ current performances and key statistics, offering insight into how they compare on the court.

Team Performance Overview

Bountiful has played two games this season with a 1-1 record, showing a solid performance overall. In their home games, they are undefeated with a 1-0 record, while their away record stands at 0-1. They’ve scored a total of 162 points and allowed 160, resulting in an average of 81 points per game and a narrow margin of victory.

Riverton, on the other hand, is struggling early on, with a 0-2 record. They’ve yet to secure a win, whether at home or away, and have allowed 143 points while scoring only 126, averaging just 63 points per game.

Scoring Averages and Offensive Efficiency

Looking at the scoring breakdown by quarter, Bountiful has displayed consistent offensive output throughout the game. They average 24 points in the first quarter, followed by 18 in the second, 14 in the third, and another 14 in the fourth. Their ability to sustain offensive pressure is a key part of their overall scoring average of 81 points per game.

Riverton has struggled in the first three quarters of their games, averaging 13 points in the first and third quarters, and 14 points in the second. However, they have found some rhythm in the fourth quarter, scoring an average of 23 points. Despite this late-game surge, their average of 63 points per game falls short of Bountiful’s high-paced offense.

Key Team Stats Comparison

• Points Per Game: Bountiful leads with an impressive 81 points per game.
• Rebounds Per Game: Bountiful dominates the boards with 15.5 rebounds per game, although Riverton has not recorded these stats in the provided data.
• Assists Per Game: Bountiful also outperforms Riverton here, with 18 assists per game.
• Steals & Blocks: Bountiful excels in steals with 12 per game and has a slight edge in blocks (0.5 per game).

Team Leaders

Bountiful’s key player, Bryson Heath, has been a standout so far, leading the team with 21.0 points per game. Other notable performers include Luke Smith with 3.0 rebounds per game, Davey Howe with 4.5 assists per game, and Cole Hewlett with 2.5 steals per game.

Riverton, by comparison, does not have individual player stats provided here. Still, they will need their players to step up and match the production seen from Bountiful’s key contributors to have a chance at turning their season around.

Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

Both teams have faced common opponents early this season. Bountiful lost a close match against Fremont (74-70) on November 26, while Riverton has yet to play against Fremont, with their next scheduled meeting on January 7, 2025. Bountiful will face Crimson Cliffs on December 5, 2024, while Riverton will play them on December 28, 2024.

The head-to-head record between Bountiful and Riverton remains at 0-0 for this season, but with both teams having played against different opponents, the early stats indicate that Bountiful is in a stronger position moving forward.

Record Breakdown

• Bountiful: 1-1 overall, 1-0 at home, 0-1 away
• Riverton: 0-2 overall, 0-1 at home, 0-1 away

Bountiful has shown greater promise in both home and away games, while Riverton continues to search for their first win.

Conclusion

At this early stage of the 2024-2025 season, Bountiful has the edge over Riverton, both in terms of their overall performance and individual player statistics. With a stronger offense, better scoring consistency, and key players leading the way, Bountiful appears to be in a favorable position. However, Riverton’s season is still young, and a few adjustments could change the trajectory of their season. As the two teams move forward, fans can expect an exciting rivalry to unfold, with each team looking to bounce back and improve.