The Carrboro (NC) varsity basketball team will play a home conference game against the Southern School of Energy and Sustainability (Durham, NC) today at 8 p.m.

Here’s what you need to Basketball know:

What: North Carolina High School Basketball
Who: Carrboro vs Southern School of Energy and Sustainability
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 8:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Southern School of Energy and Sustainability vs. Carrboro: A Competitive Matchup Ahead

As the Southern School of Energy and Sustainability (SSEAS) gears up for an exciting away game against Carrboro, it’s a pivotal moment in both teams’ basketball seasons. With their first face-off scheduled for January 3, 2025, and another match slated for January 28, 2025, basketball fans are eagerly anticipating this thrilling conference clash. Here’s a closer look at the stats and what to expect from both teams.

Team Overview

Southern School of Energy and Sustainability (SSEAS) comes into the game with a flawless record of 5-0. Their performance has been nothing short of dominant, showcasing a perfect win percentage of 1.000. Whether playing at home, away, or at neutral sites, SSEAS has consistently performed at the highest level, outscoring opponents by an average of 72.8 points per game while conceding just 51.6. The team’s explosive offense and solid defense set the stage for what looks like an unstoppable force in this season’s conference play.

Key players for SSEAS include Bakari Watkins, who leads the team in both points and rebounds with 20.8 PPG and 7.0 RPG. Meanwhile, Sam Kanjorski has been an excellent playmaker, contributing 4.0 assists per game and 2.0 steals, making him a dual threat on both ends of the floor.

On the other hand, Carrboro has faced some struggles, holding a record of 1-4. Their performances have been inconsistent, as evidenced by their 0.200 win percentage, with just one win at home and none on the road. Scoring has been an issue for Carrboro, averaging just 56.4 points per game. Despite a tough season, they will look to rebound in their matchup against SSEAS, hoping to capitalize on any weaknesses they can exploit.

Carrboro’s key player is Xavier Hernandez, who leads the team with 5.3 points per game. Although Carrboro’s numbers are lower compared to SSEAS, they have a history of surprising their opponents, and anything can happen on the court.

Team Scoring Averages

In terms of scoring, SSEAS has shown remarkable consistency. Their scoring averages across quarters are impressive:

• Q1: 15.0 points
• Q2: 17.5 points
• Q3: 21.5 points
• Q4: 21.0 points
• Final: 72.8 points per game

Carrboro, on the other hand, has struggled to match this output. Their scoring breakdown per quarter is as follows:

• Q1: 11.4 points
• Q2: 11.0 points
• Q3: 17.6 points
• Q4: 16.4 points
• Final: 56.4 points per game

SSEAS’s offense is characterized by explosive scoring in the third and fourth quarters, which has helped them maintain their perfect record. Carrboro will need to find ways to keep up in those critical moments if they hope to pull off an upset.

Key Statistical Comparison

• SSEAS boasts superior team stats across multiple categories:
  • Points Per Game: 72.8 vs. Carrboro’s 56.4
  • Rebounds Per Game: 31.4 vs. Carrboro’s 31.4
  • Assists Per Game: 11.8 vs. Carrboro’s 11.0
  • Steals Per Game: 7.8 vs. Carrboro’s 7.0
  • Blocks Per Game: 2.4 vs. Carrboro’s 2.0

In individual stats, Bakari Watkins of SSEAS leads the team in scoring, rebounding, and blocks, while Sam Kanjorski is the assist and steals leader. Carrboro will need to focus on limiting the contributions of these two stars if they hope to keep the game close.

Head-to-Head History and Future Matchups

Though there hasn’t been a head-to-head history between the two teams this season, both will face off on January 3, 2025 in Durham, NC, followed by a rematch in Carrboro on January 28, 2025. With SSEAS carrying the momentum of an undefeated record and Carrboro desperate for a win, both games are expected to be intense.

Common Opponents

Both teams share several common opponents over the course of the season. This includes matchups against Durham School of the Arts, Louisburg, and Granville Central. SSEAS holds a strong record against these opponents, while Carrboro will be looking for improvements as they prepare for these challenging games.

Conclusion

As SSEAS prepares for their trip to Carrboro, the game promises to be an exciting contest with stark contrasts in team performance. SSEAS enters the game as the heavy favorite, but Carrboro will aim to defy expectations and turn the tides in front of their home crowd. Basketball fans can look forward to a high-paced, competitive matchup as both teams battle it out for conference supremacy.