The Western International (Detroit, MI) varsity basketball team will host a home conference game against Cass Tech (Detroit, MI) today at 7 p.m.
Matchup Details:
- Cass Tech vs WIHS Basketball Game
- Date: Friday, Jan. 10, 2025
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Live stream: Watch Here
High School Basketball Rankings & Records: Cass Tech vs. Western International (2024-2025 Season)
The 2024-2025 high school basketball season has been a thrilling one in Michigan, especially when looking at two teams: Cass Tech and Western International. Let’s dive into the rankings, records, and notable performances of these teams as they continue their campaigns.
Cass Tech (24-25)
Cass Tech has had an outstanding start to their season with an impressive 8-1 overall record. They’ve been dominant in their league, posting a 2-1 record against league opponents. Their home performance has been solid, with a perfect 3-0 record, and they also show resilience on the road, standing at 1-1. Their performance in neutral games has been stellar, maintaining an undefeated 4-0 record.
- Overall Record: 8-1
- League Record: 2-1
- Home Record: 3-0
- Away Record: 1-1
- Neutral Record: 4-0
- Win Percentage: .889
- League Win Percentage: .667
- Points For (PF): 616
- Points Against (PA): 499
Western International (24-25)
In contrast, Western International has had a more challenging season, with a 2-5 overall record. Their league play has been relatively strong with a 2-1 record, but their performances in non-league games have left much to be desired. They are still searching for consistency, especially in away games, where they are 0-3. However, they have shown promise in neutral-site games, boasting a 1-0 record.
- Overall Record: 2-5
- League Record: 2-1
- Home Record: 0-3
- Away Record: 1-2
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- Win Percentage: .286
- League Win Percentage: .667
- Points For (PF): 339
- Points Against (PA): 465
Team Scoring Averages
Cass Tech’s offense has been explosive throughout the season, averaging 68.4 points per game. They have been particularly strong in the third quarter, where they average 22 points. Their balanced scoring attack in the first, second, and fourth quarters also contributes to their high scoring total.
- Cass Tech:
- Q1: 9.0
- Q2: 12.0
- Q3: 22.0
- Q4: 18.0
- Final: 68.4
On the other hand, Western International has shown some inconsistency in their scoring, but they’ve been particularly potent in the second and fourth quarters. Their offense peaks in the second quarter, where they score 30 points on average.
- Western International:
- Q1: 0.0
- Q2: 30.0
- Q3: 13.0
- Q4: 20.0
- Final: 48.4
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced some common opponents this season, and their results have been telling. Cass Tech has an overall 3-1 record against these shared opponents, with their only loss coming to Renaissance. Meanwhile, Western International has a 1-1 record, with their loss to Renaissance and a win over Mumford.
- Cass Tech’s Common Opponents Record: 3-1
- Western International’s Common Opponents Record: 1-1
Key Matchups and Results:
- Cass Tech vs. Renaissance
- Date: 12/10/24
- Result: Cass Tech lost 95-65
- Cass Tech vs. Denby
- Date: 12/13/24
- Result: Cass Tech won 82-35
- Western International vs. Denby
- Date: 1/21/25
- Result: Western International defeated Denby
- Cass Tech vs. King
- Date: 12/17/24
- Result: Cass Tech won 54-42
- Western International vs. Mumford
- Date: 12/17/24
- Result: Western International won 49-35
Record Breakdown
When breaking down the records by various categories, Cass Tech stands out with an overall superior performance, especially in home and neutral-site games. Their 7-1 in-state record further highlights their dominance in Michigan high school basketball. In comparison, Western International has struggled in out-of-state games and has a 0-5 record in away games.
- Cass Tech’s Record Breakdown:
- Non-League Record: 5-0
- In-State Record: 7-1
- Out-of-State Record: 1-0
- Western International’s Record Breakdown:
- Non-League Record: 0-4
- In-State Record: 2-5
- Out-of-State Record: 0-0
Conclusion
As the 2024-2025 season progresses, Cass Tech continues to prove themselves as one of the top contenders in Michigan high school basketball, boasting a stellar record and a high-scoring offense. Their undefeated neutral game record and home dominance make them a formidable force. On the other hand, Western International still has work to do to turn their season around, especially in away games. Their consistency in league play offers some hope, but they must improve their overall performance to be a stronger contender in the coming months.
With exciting matchups still ahead, particularly for both teams against tough competitors like Mumford and Renaissance, the season is far from over. Will Cass Tech continue their reign at the top, or will Western International manage a late-season surge? Only time will tell!
