Examining key Wednesday night matchups
Our Prep Hoops Colorado picks went 7-2 last week, including Doherty’s victory over Sand Creek in the Game of the Week, putting us at 12-6 on the season. Wednesday features a big slate of some big non-league matchups, some of…
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Continue ReadingOur Prep Hoops Colorado picks went 7-2 last week, including Doherty’s victory over Sand Creek in the Game of the Week, putting us at 12-6 on the season. Wednesday features a big slate of some big non-league matchups, some of which were make-ups after Tuesday’s snow wiped out most of the state’s schedule. Below is our take on some of the top games.
THOMAS JEFFERSON AT CHEROKEE TRAIL
After back-to-back losses to open the season against Aurora Central and Rangeview, TJ has reeled off four straight victories. A victory over Cherokee Trail, and its dynamic duo of Jaizec Lottie and David Thornton, would be the Spartans’ biggest victory yet. The Cougars have won five straight since their season opening loss to Doherty.
Matchup to watch
TJ’s Ravel Moody vs. Trail’s David Thornton
Prediction
Cherokee Trail
HERITAGE AT ARAPAHOE
Heritage returns to action in Colorado after a four-game tournament in San Antonio. The Eagles are 2-0 in state so far this season and will be facing an Arapahoe team that has found success in balanced scoring on the way to a 4-2 start. The Warriors have four players averaging at least 8.8 points per game.
Matchup to watch
Heritage’s Jack Peck vs. Arapahoe’s Kyle Lukasiewicz
Prediction
Arapahoe
DOHERTY AT LEGEND
The Spartans have been one of the surprise teams of the early season, finishing just outside our 5A top 10 this week. They have another chance to jump into the rankings with a matchup against a Legend team that is anxious to return to the court after a two-point loss to Lakewood in the title game of the Smoky Hill Tournament on Saturday.
Matchup to watch
Doherty’s Dalven Brushier vs. Legend’s Monroe Porter
Prediction
Legend
BROOMFIELD AT MONARCH
Terrance Dunn’s group has received contributions up and down the bench during Broomfield’s 4-1 start, the only loss being a 50-45 setback against talented Aurora Central. The Eagles share the ball, with four players averaging two ore more assists per game. The 4-4 Coyotes are led by senior guard Mac Rown, who recently said he’ll be continuing his career at the next level with Division III Johns Hopkins.
Matchup to watch
Broomfield’s Kyle Rynearson vs. Rowan
Prediction
Broomfield
DOUGLAS COUNTY VS. LEGACY
Earl Boykins’ team has a solid freshman in guard Davon Walker, who is averaging better than 8 points per game during the team’s 4-1 start. The Huskies have pushed the tempo while taking care of the basketball. Broomfield snapped a two-game skid with a victory Monday over Mountain Range.
Matchup to watch
DC’s Solomon Stark vs. Legacy’s Tyler Converse
Prediction
Douglas County
ARVADA WEST AT GEORGE WASHINGTON
With Luke Neff back on the floor after missing several games due to injury, A-West got back on a winning track with a victory over Castle View. Will Wittman (20 points) and Dallas Walton (22) have made life difficult for opponents in the post. The Patriots, meanwhile, have won three straight games after beginning 1-5 against a loaded schedule.
Matchup to watch
A-West’s Wittman vs. GW’s Daylen Kountz
Prediction
Arvada West