The Bensalem (PA) varsity basketball team will host North Penn (Lansdale, PA) in a non-conference game on Friday, January 10, at 7:00 PM.

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What: Pennsylvania High School Basketball
Who: Bensalem vs North Penn
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Basketball Team Comparison: North Penn vs. Bensalem (2024-2025 Season)

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season progresses, the teams of North Penn and Bensalem stand out for their distinct performances and contrasting outcomes in both conference and overall games. Here’s a breakdown of their rankings, records, and key statistics, offering a closer look at how each team stacks up.

Team Records and Standings

North Penn (4-9 Overall, 1-3 Conference)
North Penn has faced a challenging season so far, with a 4-9 overall record and a 1-3 mark in conference play. Their home performance stands at 2-3, while their away record is 2-5, and they have yet to claim a neutral-site victory (0-1). Despite these struggles, the team has shown resilience, averaging 49.9 points per game. However, they’ve given up an average of 693 points across their games, indicating that defense may need improvement.

Bensalem (6-4 Overall, 3-1 Conference)
Bensalem, on the other hand, has enjoyed more success with a 6-4 record overall, including a strong 3-1 conference record. The team’s home performance is impressive with a 4-1 record, while their away record stands at 2-2, and they have one loss on neutral ground (0-1). Their average of 53.4 points per game is a notable achievement, particularly with their balanced offensive strategy and stingy defense that has allowed just 510 points on the season.

Key Team Stats

Points Per Game (PPG)

• North Penn: 49.9 PPG
• Bensalem: 53.4 PPG

Bensalem averages more points per game, which is a key factor in their overall success. North Penn will need to increase their scoring if they want to compete effectively against their rivals.

Rebounds Per Game

• North Penn: Not specified
• Bensalem: 26.9 RPG

Bensalem’s advantage in rebounding speaks volumes about their physical presence on the court. Their strong rebounding and hustle could provide them with additional scoring opportunities.

Assists Per Game

• North Penn: 10.0 APG
• Bensalem: 7.8 APG

North Penn leads in assists, which suggests their players are more adept at creating scoring opportunities through team play. This could be a key asset if they improve their shooting efficiency.

Steals Per Game

• North Penn: 7.8 SPG
• Bensalem: 7.8 SPG

Both teams excel in defensive play, tied in steals per game. This suggests that both teams are capable of disrupting opposing offenses and converting turnovers into points.

Blocks Per Game

• North Penn: 1.8 BPG
• Bensalem: 1.8 BPG

The teams are also tied in blocks per game, indicating strong interior defense, which could be crucial for both squads as they face off against tougher competition.

Key Players

North Penn:

• Amir Drummond leads the team in points per game (20.1), assists (4.7), and steals (2.0), making him a dynamic playmaker and key figure for the team.

Bensalem:

• Jah Chatman is the standout player for Bensalem, leading the team in rebounds (5.5) and blocks (0.5). Chatman’s dominance in the paint gives Bensalem an edge in controlling the boards and defending the rim.

Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

Both teams share common opponents throughout the season, and their performances against these teams provide valuable insight into their relative strength.

• North Penn’s Common Opponents:
  • Neshaminy: Loss (59-53)
  • Wissahickon: Loss (45-38)
  • Pennsbury: Win (68-44)
• Bensalem’s Common Opponents:
  • Neshaminy: Win
  • Pennsbury: Win (57-39)

Against common opponents, Bensalem holds a better record with a 1-0 mark, while North Penn is 1-2.

Conclusion

While North Penn has demonstrated moments of strong play, including key individual performances from Amir Drummond, their overall record shows room for improvement, especially in defensive consistency and scoring output. In contrast, Bensalem has proven to be a more balanced team, excelling in both offense and defense, as demonstrated by their superior rebounding and defensive stats.

Looking ahead, North Penn will need to rely on their team chemistry and playmaking ability to overcome their rough patch, while Bensalem looks poised to continue their solid run and potentially compete for a higher spot in the conference standings.

As the season progresses, both teams will have pivotal matchups, with upcoming games against rivals like William Tennent, Upper Dublin, and others that will shape the rest of their seasons.