The Burrillville High School varsity basketball team from Harrisville, RI, will host a home conference game against Pilgrim High School from Warwick, RI, on Friday, January 17, 2025, at 5:00 PM.
Here’s what you need Basketball to know:
What: Rhode Island High School Basketball
Who: Burrillville vs Pilgrim
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 5:00. p.m. ET
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Pilgrim vs. Burrillville: A Closer Look at the 2024-25 Season
The 2024-25 season has been eventful for Pilgrim and Burrillville, two Rhode Island basketball teams striving for dominance. With distinct records, player performances, and team stats, the matchup between these teams promises intensity and excitement. Here’s a breakdown of their seasons and how they compare.
Team Records and Performance
Pilgrim (24-25)
- Overall Record: 6-3
- League Record: 2-3
- Home Record: 4-2
- Away Record: 2-1
- Win Percentage: .667
- League Percentage: .400
- Points Scored (PF): 550
- Points Allowed (PA): 498
Pilgrim’s performance has been strong at home, but struggles in the league indicate room for improvement. With a solid overall win percentage of .667, they remain competitive but inconsistent.
Burrillville (24-25)
- Overall Record: 7-1
- League Record: 4-1
- Home Record: 6-1
- Away Record: 1-0
- Win Percentage: .875
- League Percentage: .800
- Points Scored (PF): 504
- Points Allowed (PA): 366
Burrillville boasts a dominant season, with only one loss and an impressive .875 win percentage. Their defensive strength is evident, allowing just 366 points across eight games.
Scoring Averages
- Pilgrim: 61.1 points per game
- Burrillville: 63.0 points per game
Both teams are offensively strong, with Burrillville slightly edging out Pilgrim in scoring averages.
Team Stats Comparison
| Category | Pilgrim | Burrillville |
|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game | 61.1 | 63.0 |
| Rebounds Per Game | – | 29.9 |
| Assists Per Game | – | 10.8 |
| Steals Per Game | – | 10.0 |
| Blocks Per Game | – | 0.8 |
Burrillville leads across key statistical categories, showcasing a well-rounded team effort on both ends of the court.
Team Leaders
Pilgrim
- Points Per Game: Logan Gelinas (14.1)
- Rebounds Per Game: Logan Gelinas (7.0)
- Assists Per Game: Logan Gelinas (3.1)
- Steals Per Game: Logan Gelinas (1.9)
- Blocks Per Game: Cameron Lacey (0.3)
Burrillville
- Team stats reflect a balanced approach, with contributions across the roster.
Pilgrim relies heavily on Logan Gelinas, whose performance drives the team’s success. Burrillville, however, excels with a more distributed team effort.
Head-to-Head and Common Opponents
Though the teams haven’t faced each other this season, common opponents provide insights into their competitiveness:
- Pilgrim vs. Common Opponents: 1-3
- Burrillville vs. Common Opponents: 2-0
Burrillville has performed better against shared opponents, underscoring their consistency and strength.
Record Breakdown
| Category | Pilgrim | Burrillville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Record | 6-3 | 7-1 |
| League Record | 2-3 | 4-1 |
| Non-League Record | 4-0 | 3-0 |
| Home Record | 4-2 | 6-1 |
| Away Record | 2-1 | 1-0 |
Burrillville’s superior league record and defense position them as the stronger contender.
Conclusion
While Pilgrim demonstrates talent, particularly through standout player Logan Gelinas, Burrillville’s depth, defense, and overall consistency make them the team to beat. As both teams gear up for the rest of the season, their paths could cross in a high-stakes showdown, bringing excitement to Rhode Island basketball fans.
