The Cedar Ridge varsity basketball team (Hillsborough, NC) will host Northern Durham (Durham, NC) for a home non-conference game on Friday, December 13, at 7:00 PM.

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What: North Carolina High School Basketball
Who: Cedar Ridge vs Northern Durham
When: Friday, December 13, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
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Northern Durham vs. Cedar Ridge: A Basketball Showdown

The basketball season is heating up as Northern Durham and Cedar Ridge prepare for an exciting rivalry match this week. With both teams coming off an intense game on December 10, where Northern Durham triumphed with a 59-53 victory, anticipation builds for their next face-off on December 13 at Cedar Ridge.

Team Overview

Northern Durham (24-25 Season)

• Record: 3-4 overall
• Home Record: 2-1
• Away Record: 1-3
• Win %: .429
• Points For (PF): 371
• Points Against (PA): 452

Northern Durham has had a mixed season so far, with a win percentage of 42.9%. They have shown resilience at home with a 2-1 record but struggled on the road with a 1-3 away record. The team averages 53 points per game and has a relatively high scoring spread across the four quarters. Their strongest period comes in the final quarter, where they score 16.7 points on average.

Key player Jordan Jacobson leads the team with 16.8 points per game and contributes 5.8 assists. Jacobson is also a key defensive asset, averaging 2.3 steals per game. In the paint, Braeden Wilbourn pulls down 8.3 rebounds per game, making him a crucial part of Northern Durham’s inside presence.

Cedar Ridge (24-25 Season)

• Record: 3-2 overall
• Home Record: 1-0
• Away Record: 2-2
• Win %: .600
• Points For (PF): 285
• Points Against (PA): 305

Cedar Ridge has been slightly more successful this season with a 60% win rate. They have a strong 1-0 record at home but have faced challenges on the road with a 2-2 away record. Averaging 57 points per game, the team’s scoring is more balanced throughout the game, with their highest output coming in the third quarter at 15 points per game.

Cedar Ridge’s standout performer is Braeden Wilbourn, who leads the team with 8.3 rebounds per game. On the scoring front, Jordan Jacobson is a dual-threat, combining high point totals with strong defensive play. Jack Kelsey is another key player for the team, contributing 2.0 blocks per game, helping to protect the rim.

Head-to-Head Breakdown

Northern Durham edged out Cedar Ridge 59-53 in their latest encounter, which will fuel their confidence heading into the upcoming game. The teams have a bit of history when it comes to head-to-head matchups. Northern Durham holds a slight advantage with a 1-0 record over Cedar Ridge in 2024-25, while Cedar Ridge trails at 0-1.

Scoring and Team Stat Comparison

• Northern Durham:
  • Points Per Game: 58.0
  • Rebounds Per Game: 27.8
  • Assists Per Game: 15.3
  • Steals Per Game: 8.0
  • Blocks Per Game: 3.3
• Cedar Ridge:
  • Points Per Game: 57.0
  • Rebounds Per Game: 27.8
  • Assists Per Game: 13.8
  • Steals Per Game: 8.3
  • Blocks Per Game: 4.0

Both teams are closely matched statistically, especially in key categories like rebounds and steals. Cedar Ridge has a slight advantage in blocks, while Northern Durham edges out in assists and steals. These small statistical differences can make a significant impact in a close game, such as the one anticipated on December 13.

Common Opponents and Future Matchups

Both teams have faced off against several common opponents this season. Notably, both suffered losses to Orange and Person. Northern Durham lost to Orange 79-28 and Person 55-45, while Cedar Ridge fell to Orange 78-39 and will face Person on December 20.

Looking ahead, Cedar Ridge will be facing Chapel Hill on November 19, while Northern Durham will meet them in mid-January. Both teams will need to continue building momentum from their upcoming games as they look to finish strong in their non-conference schedules before their league matchups begin.

Conclusion

As the season progresses, both Northern Durham and Cedar Ridge are working to establish themselves as competitive forces in their region. With the rivalry game approaching on December 13, fans can expect another exciting matchup full of intensity and passion. Northern Durham has the slight edge after their recent win, but Cedar Ridge will be eager to defend their home court and even the score. Stay tuned for what promises to be a thrilling contest.