The Carrabec varsity basketball team (North Anson, ME) will face Madison (ME) in a neutral-site playoff game today at 4 PM. This matchup is part of the 2025 MPA Boys’ Basketball Championships – Class C, presented by Ware-Butler Building Supply.
Carrabec vs Madison Game Info:
What: Maine High School Basketball
Who: Carrabec (ME) vs Madison (ME)
When: Monday, February 17, 2025
Time: 4:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2025 MPA Boys’ Basketball Championships presented by Ware-Butler Building Supply – Class C
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Carrabec vs Madison
As the 2024-25 high school basketball season progresses, two teams in Maine—Madison and Carrabec—have established themselves as strong competitors. Both teams have displayed impressive performances throughout the season, boasting solid records and competitive scoring averages. Let’s take a closer look at their season statistics and how they compare.
Overall Performance
Madison holds a 14-8 overall record with a .636 win percentage, while Carrabec slightly edges them out with a 14-4 record and a .778 win percentage. Madison has had a more extensive league play experience, going 7-4, compared to Carrabec’s 2-1 record. However, Carrabec has excelled in non-league matchups with a dominant 12-3 record, whereas Madison has gone 6-4 in non-league play.
Home and Away Records
Carrabec has been dominant on their home court, recording an 8-1 record, compared to Madison’s 4-5 home performance. On the road, both teams are relatively balanced, with Madison at 6-3 and Carrabec matching them at 6-3. Madison has also shown strength on neutral grounds, maintaining an undefeated 4-0 record, while Carrabec has yet to play on a neutral court.
Scoring Averages
Both teams maintain similar scoring averages, with Madison averaging 51.2 points per game and Carrabec slightly ahead at 51.3 points per game. Carrabec has a more detailed quarter-by-quarter breakdown, showing a strong second-half performance, particularly in the fourth quarter where they average 20 points.
Defense and Point Differentials
One key area of difference is in defensive performance. Madison has scored 1,127 points while allowing 933, resulting in a point differential of +194. Carrabec, on the other hand, has scored 923 points while only allowing 693, creating a significantly better point differential of +230. This indicates Carrabec’s ability to limit opponents’ scoring effectively.
Common Opponents and Head-to-Head Performance
While the two teams have not faced each other yet this season, they have shared common opponents. Madison is 0-2 against Mount Abram, suffering losses of 53-51 and 66-37. Carrabec has also struggled against Mount Abram, losing 84-55 in their lone matchup. This suggests that both teams have had challenges against high-caliber competition.
Playoff Implications
Neither team has played a playoff game yet this season, but their strong performances indicate that both squads will be competitive contenders. With their solid records and strong scoring ability, they could make deep runs in their respective brackets.
Conclusion
Madison and Carrabec have demonstrated their strengths throughout the 2024-25 season. Carrabec appears to have a slight edge in terms of overall record, home performance, and defensive play, while Madison has proven to be resilient on neutral courts and has played more league games. If these two teams meet in the playoffs, it would be a highly anticipated and evenly matched contest. Fans should stay tuned as both teams continue to battle for postseason success.
