The Eastern Alamance Varsity Basketball Team (Mebane, NC) will host a home conference game against Orange (Hillsborough, NC) on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 7:30 PM.

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What: North Carolina High School Basketball
Who: Eastern Alamance vs Orange
When: Friday, December 13, 2024
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
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Orange vs. Eastern Alamance: Basketball Preview and Breakdown

As the winter sports season heats up, the Orange (Hillsborough, NC) and Eastern Alamance (Mebane, NC) varsity basketball teams are set to face off in a highly anticipated conference game. The matchup, which is scheduled for Friday, December 13, 2024, at 7:30 PM at Eastern Alamance, promises to be an exciting contest between two teams with contrasting seasons so far. Let’s break down the teams, their stats, and what fans can expect from this showdown.

Team Records and Standings

Orange (24-25): The Orange Panthers come into the game with a solid record of 5-1, including an impressive 3-1 home record and a perfect 2-0 record on the road. The Panthers are performing at a high level, averaging 65.5 points per game, with their offense showing no signs of slowing down.

Eastern Alamance (24-25): The Eastern Alamance Eagles, on the other hand, sit at 2-2 overall with a balanced home and away record (0-1 at home, 2-1 away). While they’ve had some struggles offensively, scoring just 49.3 points per game, their defense has been strong, limiting opponents to 235 total points this season.

Key Stats Comparison

Looking at the team stats, Orange stands out in several areas:

• Points Per Game (PPG): Orange averages 65.5 points per game, significantly outscoring Eastern Alamance, who averages just 44.5.
• Rebounds Per Game: Orange has a slight edge in rebounding, with 31.2 RPG compared to Eastern Alamance’s 27.3.
• Assists and Steals: Both teams show balance in assists, with Orange averaging 8.7 assists per game, and Eastern Alamance close behind at 8.3. However, Orange excels in steals, averaging 14.7 per game compared to Eastern Alamance’s 8.0.

Orange’s dominant offense is led by their star player, Kai Wade, who leads the team in points (17.7 PPG), assists (3.3 APG), and steals (3.7 SPG). He will be a key player for the Panthers, looking to break through Eastern Alamance’s defense. Meanwhile, Eastern Alamance’s Jamarion Sellars, averaging 10 points and 7 rebounds per game, will be tasked with keeping the Eagles competitive.

Scoring Breakdown

When we dive into how these teams score across the quarters, Orange’s offensive consistency stands out:

• Orange Scoring (Per Quarter): 18.0 (Q1), 12.0 (Q2), 21.5 (Q3), 16.0 (Q4) – Averaging 65.5 points per game.
• Eastern Alamance Scoring (Per Quarter): 10.0 (Q1), 4.0 (Q2), 14.0 (Q3), 13.0 (Q4) – Averaging 49.3 points per game.

Orange’s offense has a balanced attack, with a particularly strong third quarter (21.5 PPG), while Eastern Alamance has struggled to find rhythm, especially in the first half.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced some of the same opponents this season, giving us insight into their performances:

• Orange: Wins over Mount Zion Christian Academy (60-56) and Chapel Hill (65-58).
• Eastern Alamance: A loss to Chapel Hill (65-37), but otherwise competitive results.

Head-to-Head History

The game on December 13 will be the first meeting of the season between Orange and Eastern Alamance. The Panthers hold a slight edge in the overall record at 5-1 compared to the Eagles’ 2-2. This early-season clash will be crucial for both teams as they look to establish themselves within the league.

Looking Ahead

The rivalry continues with a return game on February 14, 2025, when Eastern Alamance will visit Orange. This game will offer another opportunity for both teams to prove their strength and perhaps secure a spot at the top of the conference standings.

Conclusion

As Orange heads to Eastern Alamance for this December 13 showdown, the Panthers will be looking to maintain their strong start to the season, especially with key players like Kai Wade driving their offense. Eastern Alamance will need to find a way to improve its scoring efficiency and match the intensity of Orange’s high-powered offense if they hope to pull off an upset.

Fans can expect an exciting game, as these teams bring different strengths to the court. Orange’s dominant offense will be tested by Eastern Alamance’s defense, setting the stage for a thrilling contest. Don’t miss the action when these two teams square off this Friday at 7:30 PM