High school boys basketball Top 20

Was: 1. Last week: 1-0. Outlook: With the preseason in the books, the Bulldogs will no turn their attention to trying to remain undefeated in region play. Next up: vs. Payson, Friday.

2. Lone Peak (8-2) Class: 5A

Was: 2. Last week: 2-0. Outlook: Lone Peak's once struggling offense appears to be rounding into form just in time for the start of region play next week. Next up: vs. Brighton, Friday.

3. Skyline (8-0) Class: 5A

Was: 3. Last week: 1-0. Outlook: In the midst of one of their best seasons ever, the Eagles will retire Danny Vranes' jersey during this Friday's home game against Hunter. Next up: at Judge, today.

4. West Jordan (7-1) Class: 5A

Was: 4. Last week: 1-0. Outlook: The former top-ranked Jags wrap up preseason action this week with a pair of decent games against Taylorsville and Jordan. Next up: at Taylorsville, today.

5. Riverton (9-0) Class: 5A

Was: 5. Last week: 0-0. Outlook: While most teams played a game or two over the Christmas break, the 'Wolves took it easy and should be ready to roll for their region opener next Friday. Next up: vs. Viewmont, today.

6. Orem (8-0) Class: 4A

Was: 6. Last week: 1-0. Outlook: The Tigers are beating the teams they're supposed to, but they still haven't played a game against a top 20 team yet. Next up: at Timpanogos, today.

7. Alta (7-1) Class: 5A

Was: 8. Last week: 2-0. Outlook: Enjoyed a very successful preseason trip to Texas last week, walking away with two victories. Next up: at Pleasant Grove, today.

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