The Rogue River High School varsity basketball team will host a conference game against Sutherlin High School on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

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What: Oregon High School Basketball
Who: Rogue River vs Sutherlin
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
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Sutherlin vs. Rogue River: A Competitive Basketball Rivalry

The upcoming basketball match between Sutherlin and Rogue River promises to be an exciting contest, with the two teams meeting on January 10th at 7 PM for a conference game in Rogue River. Sutherlin comes into the game with a much stronger overall record, having achieved a 6-5 record for the season, including an undefeated league performance at 2-0. In contrast, Rogue River is struggling, holding a disappointing 1-10 overall record and a winless 0-2 mark in the league.

Head-to-Head Matchups: A Dominant Display by Sutherlin

Sutherlin has already shown their superiority in two previous encounters this season. The first matchup occurred on December 6th, where Sutherlin handily defeated Rogue River 69-28 in a non-conference game. In the second encounter on December 20th, Sutherlin again dominated, winning 61-23 in a conference matchup. These victories underscore the disparity between the two teams and set the stage for another potential win for Sutherlin.

Scoring Averages: Sutherlin’s High-Scoring Offense vs. Rogue River’s Struggles

Sutherlin’s offense has been efficient, averaging 49.5 points per game. This offensive prowess is a significant advantage heading into the game. In comparison, Rogue River has struggled to put up points, averaging just 34.5 points per game. With such a stark contrast in scoring, Sutherlin will look to continue their high-scoring trend while trying to shut down Rogue River’s limited offensive attacks.

Common Opponents: Sutherlin Holds the Edge

Looking at their shared opponents provides further evidence of Sutherlin’s strength. In matchups against teams like Elmira and Glide, Sutherlin has emerged victorious, with wins over Elmira (71-60) and Glide (54-24). Rogue River, on the other hand, has lost to these same teams, with Elmira defeating them 70-22 and Glide edging out a narrow 46-45 win. These results show that Sutherlin has been able to consistently perform well against common competition, while Rogue River has faced difficulty against similar opponents.

Breakdown of Records and Trends

Sutherlin’s Record Breakdown:

• Overall: 6-5
• League: 2-0
• Home: 4-0
• Away: 1-4
• Neutral: 1-1
• Scoring: 49.5 points per game (PF: 545, PA: 473)

Rogue River’s Record Breakdown:

• Overall: 1-10
• League: 0-2
• Home: 0-2
• Away: 0-6
• Neutral: 1-2
• Scoring: 34.5 points per game (PF: 380, PA: 657)

The numbers show a clear trend: Sutherlin has been more consistent, especially at home, where they are undefeated. Rogue River, however, has struggled, particularly in away games, where they have yet to secure a victory.

Looking Ahead: What to Expect

With their superior overall performance and strong track record against common opponents, Sutherlin enters this game as the favorite. Rogue River, despite their tough season, will look to bounce back and try to secure their first league win. The key to the game will likely be whether Rogue River can find a way to break through Sutherlin’s defense and produce more offense. On the other hand, Sutherlin will aim to continue their dominant form and extend their lead in the league.

As the two teams prepare to face off again, all eyes will be on Sutherlin to see if they can continue their dominance, while Rogue River will seek to improve upon their rocky start to the season. The January 10th game will surely provide fans with an exciting and intense basketball rivalry.