The West Salem varsity basketball team will play a home conference game against McNary on Friday, January 17, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at West Salem High School.

Matchup Details
McNary vs. West Salem
Friday, January 17, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.
West Salem High School

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McNary vs. West Salem: A Key Rivalry in Oregon High School Basketball

As the 2024-2025 Oregon high school basketball season heats up, one of the most anticipated matchups in the area is set to take place between two fierce rivals, McNary High School and West Salem High School. With both teams gearing up for an exciting season, their head-to-head games promise high-intensity action, strong competition, and a chance to make a statement in the league.

Team Overview

McNary (Keizer, OR)
McNary has proven itself to be one of the most consistent teams in the area this season. With an impressive overall record of 8-2, McNary has been dominant at home (4-0) and on neutral courts (4-0), although they have faced challenges in away games (0-2). Despite these hurdles, they have shown resilience and strength, particularly in their offensive play, with an average of 52.7 points per game. The team has an 80% win percentage and has accumulated 527 points so far while allowing 475.

West Salem (Salem, OR)
West Salem, while slightly underperforming with a 6-6 record, has displayed potential, particularly in their league play, where they hold a perfect 1.000 league win percentage. Their overall win percentage stands at .500, with an offense averaging 56.6 points per game, scoring 679 points and conceding 776. West Salem has been stronger at home (4-3) and on neutral courts (1-1), but has struggled away (1-2) and in league matchups (3-4). They will be looking to improve on these numbers as they face off against McNary.

Head-to-Head Matchups

The first showdown between these two teams will take place on Friday, January 17, at West Salem, at 6:30 PM. This will be a key conference game that will help shape the standings as both teams aim for dominance in their league. A month later, on Tuesday, February 4, the two schools will meet again at McNary, with the game slated for 6:30 PM. Finally, they will face each other again on Friday, February 21, in West Salem at 7:45 PM, wrapping up their regular season series.

Common Opponents

Both McNary and West Salem have faced off against some of the same opponents this season, providing a unique insight into their performances. McNary secured a win over Sheldon (53-49) on December 27, 2024, while West Salem also triumphed over Sheldon earlier in the month (51-47). Other common opponents include Sprague, North Salem, and South Salem, with McNary managing to beat North Salem 69-53 on January 14, 2025. West Salem’s performance against these teams has been mixed, but they remain competitive and will look to find their rhythm as the season progresses.

Key Stats: Team Scoring Averages

McNary Scoring Breakdown:

• Q1: 9.0
• Q2: 11.0
• Q3: 16.0
• Q4: 11.0
• Total: 52.7 points per game

West Salem Scoring Breakdown:

• Q1: 17.3
• Q2: 15.0
• Q3: 14.0
• Q4: 17.0
• Total: 56.6 points per game

McNary’s ability to maintain consistent scoring throughout the game, particularly in the third quarter, has helped them establish a solid offensive presence. West Salem, on the other hand, has been explosive early in games (17.3 points in the first quarter) and seems to finish strong, especially in the fourth quarter (17.0 points), highlighting their ability to close out games effectively.

Record Breakdown

McNary:

• Overall: 8-2
• Home: 4-0
• Away: 0-2
• Neutral: 4-0
• League: 0-0
• Non-League: 6-1
• In-State: 8-2
• Out-of-State: 0-0

West Salem:

• Overall: 6-6
• Home: 4-3
• Away: 1-2
• Neutral: 1-1
• League: 1-0
• Non-League: 3-4
• In-State: 6-4
• Out-of-State: 0-2

Looking Ahead

Both McNary and West Salem have much at stake in these upcoming matchups. For McNary, continuing their strong performance and maintaining their dominance at home will be crucial for securing a top spot in the conference. For West Salem, finding consistency in their away games and continuing their strong league play will be essential to compete with McNary and other rivals in the region.

Fans can look forward to an exciting season of Oregon high school basketball as these two teams battle it out for bragging rights and a chance to make a deep run in the playoffs. Be sure to catch these key games and stay tuned for what promises to be an unforgettable rivalry.