The Wasatch High School varsity basketball team will be hosting a conference game against Timpview (Provo, UT) on Friday, January 31, at 7:00 PM.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Utah High School Basketball
Who: Timpview vs Wasatch
When: Friday, January 31, 2025
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Timpview vs Wasatch
As the winter basketball season heats up in Utah, the Timpview Thunderbirds and Wasatch Wasps have been making waves in their respective regions. Timpview, based in Provo, has been in top form, showcasing a strong season with a record of 14-4 overall, while Wasatch from Heber City has faced some struggles, sitting at 8-10. Here’s an in-depth look at these teams as they prepare for their next faceoff.
Timpview Thunderbirds: Dominating the Court
Timpview (24-25) has been a force to be reckoned with this season. Their overall record of 14-4 puts them in a strong position, and they boast an impressive win percentage of .778. In region play, Timpview is 4-1, showcasing their dominance in the local league. They have excelled in multiple areas, including home and away games. At home, they have a solid 6-2 record, and when playing on the road, they are undefeated with a perfect 4-0 mark.
Timpview’s offensive capabilities have been on full display, averaging 66.2 points per game. Their scoring is spread across all four quarters, with the team averaging 21.3 points in the first quarter, 13.9 in the second, 15.7 in the third, and 14.8 in the final quarter. Dean Rueckert, the team’s leader, has been a standout, averaging 21.1 points per game. Will Openshaw has been a force on the boards, averaging 7.5 rebounds per game, while Mason Ford has provided solid contributions in both assists (3.4 per game) and steals (1.5 per game).
Wasatch Wasps: Struggling for Consistency
On the other hand, Wasatch (24-25) has faced challenges this season, with an overall record of 8-10. Their win percentage of .444 leaves them in a lower tier of the league standings. Regionally, Wasatch has struggled, posting a 1-4 record. While they’ve shown flashes of brilliance, especially in their away games, their inconsistent play has been evident with a 4-5 record on the road and a 0-2 mark in neutral site games.
Wasatch has been averaging 59.8 points per game, which is lower than Timpview’s scoring output. The Wasps have shown some ability to compete across all quarters, averaging 15.1 points in the first, 12.8 in the second, 16.4 in the third, and 15.8 in the final quarter. However, they will need to find more consistency in their scoring to compete at the level of teams like Timpview.
Head-to-Head: Timpview Dominates
The first meeting of the season between these two teams took place on January 10, where Timpview handed Wasatch a convincing 65-46 loss at home. Timpview dominated in all phases of the game, outscoring Wasatch in every quarter. As they head into their second matchup on January 31, Wasatch will be looking to turn the tide, but they face a tough challenge against a Timpview squad that has shown its prowess.
Team Stat Comparison
Timpview’s offensive firepower is evident in their average of 56.0 points per game, a number that far outpaces Wasatch’s offensive output. Additionally, Timpview excels in other key areas, including rebounds (26.5 per game), assists (12.3 per game), steals (6.0 per game), and blocks (3.5 per game).
Wasatch, in comparison, has struggled to match those numbers across the board. While the team has some standout players, they have not been able to string together consistent performances. However, players like Mason Ford, who averages 1.0 assists per game and 0.9 steals per game, will need to step up in their upcoming match.
Common Opponents
In terms of performance against common opponents, Timpview has excelled, posting a 4-1 record against teams they’ve both faced. On the flip side, Wasatch has only managed a 1-4 record in similar matchups. Both teams faced teams like Provo, Cedar Valley, Orem, Springville, and Salem Hills, and Timpview consistently came out on top.
Looking Ahead
With their second meeting scheduled for January 31 at Wasatch, Timpview will look to extend their dominance over the Wasps. For Wasatch, this game is crucial. A win could provide a much-needed confidence boost and give the team hope for a turnaround in the second half of the season.
Overall, Timpview remains the stronger team heading into this matchup, but in high school basketball, anything can happen. Wasatch will need to dig deep and find consistency across all aspects of their game to challenge Timpview in what promises to be an exciting showdown.
