The Cumberland (RI) varsity basketball team will host Lincoln (RI) in a home conference game on Friday, December 27, 2024, at 7:45 PM.

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What: Rhode Island High School Basketball
Who: Cumberland (RI) vs Lincoln (RI)
When: Friday, December 27, 2024
Time: 7:45. p.m. ET
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Lincoln vs. Cumberland: A Basketball Showdown

The Lincoln and Cumberland high school basketball teams are set to face off in an exciting conference matchup on Friday, December 27, at 7:45 p.m. in Cumberland. This will be the second meeting between these two teams this season, and both have struggled to find consistency early in the year, with both holding a 1-3 record overall and in the league.

Team Records Overview

Both Lincoln and Cumberland have had a rocky start to the season.

• Lincoln (24-25): They have a 1-3 overall record, matching their 1-3 league record. Their performance at home has been slightly better, with a 1-1 record, but they have yet to secure an away win, dropping both of their away games so far. Their offense has been solid, averaging 53.3 points per game across all four games.
• Cumberland (24-25): Similarly, Cumberland shares the same 1-3 overall and league record as Lincoln. They have a strong home record at 1-0, but their away form has been disappointing with a 0-3 mark. Cumberland’s offense averages 56 points per game, outpacing Lincoln by a small margin.

Both teams will be looking to bounce back from early-season struggles and improve their standings in the conference.

Scoring Breakdown

When it comes to scoring, Cumberland has had the upper hand, averaging 56 points per game, while Lincoln has posted 53.3 points per game.

• Lincoln’s Scoring Breakdown: Lincoln has yet to show consistent scoring across quarters. Their offensive efficiency has been inconsistent, but they have had strong performances in spurts.
• Cumberland’s Scoring Breakdown: Cumberland shows a more balanced scoring spread, averaging 12.0 points in the first quarter, 8.0 in the second, 11.0 in the third, and 9.0 in the fourth. This indicates they have a steady attack, especially in the first half, but they’ll need to focus on closing games to secure victories.

Common Opponents: A Look at the Competition

Both teams have faced a number of common opponents so far this season, providing some insight into how they might match up.

• North Providence: Both teams faced North Providence, with Lincoln losing 62-56 and Cumberland set to face them later this month on December 30.
• Mt. Pleasant: Lincoln defeated Mt. Pleasant 73-67, while Cumberland will meet them on January 6.
• Shea: Lincoln lost to Shea 52-48, and Cumberland will face Shea on January 23.
• Johnston: Cumberland secured an impressive 81-42 victory over Johnston, while Lincoln hasn’t faced them yet.

The head-to-head record against common opponents shows that both teams have shown moments of promise, but they have struggled to maintain consistent performance.

Looking Ahead

After their December 27 matchup, Lincoln and Cumberland will meet again in Lincoln on January 15 at 7:00 p.m. Both teams will be hoping for a change in fortune as they continue their quest for league supremacy.

Key Takeaways:

• Both Lincoln and Cumberland are at 1-3 to start the season, and this game could be crucial for their playoff hopes.
• Cumberland has been slightly better in scoring, but Lincoln has shown flashes of brilliance.
• The performance in common games against teams like North Providence and Mt. Pleasant gives insight into how they will match up against each other.
• With both teams still finding their rhythm, this is anyone’s game, and fans can expect an exciting, competitive showdown.

Who will emerge victorious? Fans won’t want to miss this thrilling game as the Lincoln and Cumberland teams look to find their footing in the season.