The Ben L. Smith varsity basketball team (Greensboro, NC) will play a neutral tournament game against Bishop McGuinness (Kernersville, NC) today at 8:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to Basketball know:

What: North Carolina High School Basketball
Who: Ben L. Smith vs Bishop McGuinness
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 8:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Bishop McGuinness and Ben L. Smith: A Comparison of Dominance in the 2024-2025 Season

As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, two teams have stood out for their exceptional performances: Bishop McGuinness and Ben L. Smith. Both teams have proven themselves as powerhouses, with undefeated records and impressive scoring averages. This article will compare the two teams’ performances, focusing on their overall records, scoring patterns, and head-to-head outcomes.

Unblemished Records

Both Bishop McGuinness and Ben L. Smith have maintained perfect records so far this season, with each team sitting at 7-0.

• Bishop McGuinness has achieved a flawless 7-0 record, winning all three of their conference games and four non-league matchups. They have been dominant both at home and on the road, maintaining an undefeated streak in each scenario. The team’s performance is marked by a balanced approach, with 460 points scored against 267 points allowed.
• Ben L. Smith has also been perfect, recording a 7-0 overall record. Similar to Bishop McGuinness, Ben L. Smith has been strong in both conference and non-conference games, winning 2 out of 2 in the league and 4 out of 4 in non-league contests. Their total points scored (586) and points allowed (303) reflect a high-scoring, defensively sound team.

Scoring Averages: Offensive Firepower

When it comes to offensive output, Ben L. Smith holds a clear edge in overall scoring. Their average of 83.7 points per game dwarfs Bishop McGuinness’ 65.7 points per game.

• Bishop McGuinness has shown a steady offensive attack, averaging 16.7 points in the first quarter, 22.3 in the second, 16.0 in the third, and 10.3 in the fourth. Their balanced scoring through three quarters has often been enough to maintain control of games.
• Ben L. Smith shows a more dynamic offensive attack, particularly in the first quarter, where they average 31.5 points. This fast start puts pressure on their opponents, and their ability to maintain a consistent offensive effort throughout the game (22.0 in the second, 24.0 in the third, and 12.0 in the fourth) makes them a challenging team to match up against.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced a common opponent, Page, and both secured victories.

• Bishop McGuinness played Page at home on December 19, 2024, and won decisively with a score of 73-58.
• Ben L. Smith hosted Page earlier in the season, on November 26, 2024, and won in dominating fashion, 83-37.

Although both teams secured convincing wins, Ben L. Smith’s dominant victory margin over Page highlights their offensive potency and overall depth.

Game Breakdown: Home, Away, and Neutral Performances

Both teams have shown versatility, winning games in all settings: at home, on the road, and in neutral-site matchups.

• Bishop McGuinness has excelled in all three venues, with a perfect 2-0 home record, 3-0 away, and 2-0 in neutral locations.
• Ben L. Smith has similarly been perfect across all settings: 3-0 at home, 3-0 away, and 1-0 in neutral-site games.

Their ability to perform consistently, regardless of location, speaks to their well-rounded and adaptable teams.

Key Takeaways

The 2024-2025 basketball season has shown that both Bishop McGuinness and Ben L. Smith are forces to be reckoned with. With identical 7-0 records and undefeated performances in their respective conferences, both teams are setting high standards for the season. Ben L. Smith, with its high-scoring offense, and Bishop McGuinness, with its balanced and steady play, present intriguing contrasts. The perfect records and head-to-head victories over common opponents demonstrate that both teams have the potential to make deep runs as the season progresses.

Fans will surely be keeping a close eye on these two teams as they continue their undefeated campaigns and head towards even greater challenges.