The Warsaw (IN) varsity basketball team will play a home conference game against NorthWood (Nappanee, IN) on Friday, January 31, at 7:45 PM.
Warsaw vs NorthWood Game Info:
What: Indiana High School Basketball
Who: Warsaw (IN) vs NorthWood (IN)
When: Friday, January 31, 2025
Time: 7:45 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Warsaw vs NorthWood
The 2024-2025 Indiana high school basketball season has been one of excitement and competitive spirit, with two teams emerging as heavyweights in their respective conferences: NorthWood and Warsaw. Both schools have had stellar performances so far, with NorthWood holding a 14-2 overall record and Warsaw sitting at 14-3. As we examine their stats, their journeys so far this season, and their upcoming matchups, it’s clear that these two teams are among the best in the state.
Team Records and Statistics
NorthWood boasts a remarkable 14-2 overall record, with an undefeated 4-0 conference performance. Their win percentage of .875 is impressive, and they have outscored their opponents 970 to 693. Warsaw, just behind NorthWood, has an equally strong 14-3 record, with a perfect 4-0 in conference play. Despite their slightly lower win percentage of .824, Warsaw has scored more points overall (1,069) and allowed more points (853) compared to NorthWood.
Key Breakdown
| Team | Overall | Conference | Home | Away | Neutral | Win % | Conference % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NorthWood | 14-2 | 4-0 | 6-1 | 5-1 | 3-0 | .875 | 1.000 | 970 | 693 |
| Warsaw | 14-3 | 4-0 | 6-0 | 6-0 | 2-3 | .824 | 1.000 | 1,069 | 853 |
Scoring Averages
When it comes to scoring, both teams are explosive. NorthWood averages 60.6 points per game with a well-balanced scoring output across the four quarters: 13.8 in the first, 18.4 in the second, 15.8 in the third, and 13.2 in the fourth. Warsaw, meanwhile, has a slightly higher scoring average of 62.9 points per game, with more consistency in the second and fourth quarters (15.8 and 17.2 points respectively). Warsaw’s ability to close games with strong performances in the final period has been one of the keys to their success.
| Quarter | NorthWood | Warsaw |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 13.8 | 17.0 |
| Q2 | 18.4 | 15.8 |
| Q3 | 15.8 | 13.5 |
| Q4 | 13.2 | 17.2 |
| Final | 60.6 | 62.9 |
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced off against a number of similar opponents, and their performance has been almost identical. Both NorthWood and Warsaw share a perfect 7-0 record against common opponents so far this season. These include strong victories over teams like Plymouth, Indianapolis Washington, Fort Wayne North Side, and Columbia City. Notably, both teams secured victories against Northridge, Goshen, and Wawasee as well, proving their dominance in the region.
Here are some notable common opponent matchups:
- 12/20/24: NorthWood vs. Plymouth (W 68-61), Warsaw vs. Plymouth (W 67-48)
- 1/3/25: NorthWood vs. Fort Wayne North Side (W 52-42), Warsaw vs. Fort Wayne North Side (W 79-57)
- 1/7/25: Columbia City vs. NorthWood (W 64-51), Columbia City vs. Warsaw (W 62-53)
- 1/24/25: NorthWood vs. Goshen (W 62-43), Warsaw vs. Goshen (W 62-42)
Upcoming Schedule and Rivalry
Both NorthWood and Warsaw still have some major games ahead of them. NorthWood will face Concord on February 6, 2025, and Mishawaka later on February 14, 2025. Warsaw will take on Mishawaka and Elkhart in the coming weeks, giving fans plenty to look forward to in terms of both rivalries and conference matchups.
In terms of head-to-head play, the two teams have yet to meet this season, but they are set for a clash later in the year. With both teams undefeated in their conferences and sharing similar records, this game will undoubtedly be a pivotal moment in determining who takes the top spot in the region.
Conclusion
As both NorthWood and Warsaw continue their impressive runs in the 2024-2025 basketball season, fans and analysts alike are eagerly awaiting their showdown later this year. With both teams sporting impressive records, high-scoring games, and strong defenses, the upcoming matchup promises to be one of the most exciting contests of the season. Whether NorthWood’s balanced scoring or Warsaw’s late-game surges prevail, this rivalry is shaping up to be a memorable chapter in Indiana high school basketball history.
