The Roosevelt varsity basketball team (Washington, DC) will host a conference game against Jackson-Reed (Washington, DC) on Friday, January 10, at 7:30 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Washington, DC High School Basketball
Who: Jackson-Reed vs Roosevelt
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Jackson-Reed vs Roosevelt

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season unfolds in Washington, DC, two standout teams—Jackson-Reed and Roosevelt—continue to make their mark. With impressive records, dynamic players, and unique strengths, both teams showcase why they are formidable contenders in the DC basketball scene. Here’s a deep dive into their performances, stats, and outlooks.

Season Overview: Records and Rankings

Jackson-Reed holds a solid 9-4 overall record with an unbeaten 5-0 league record. Their home dominance (3-0) and success against common opponents (5-0) highlight their consistency in competitive matchups. Conversely, Roosevelt boasts a slightly better overall record at 10-5, but their 3-2 league performance suggests room for improvement in divisional games. Roosevelt’s strong home court advantage (6-2) and balanced neutral site record (3-2) have been pivotal to their success.

Team Scoring & Performance Metrics

• Scoring Trends:
  Roosevelt’s offensive firepower is evident, averaging 74.2 points per game compared to Jackson-Reed’s 66.1. Notably, Roosevelt excels in the first quarter, averaging an explosive 21.7 points, setting the tone early in games. Jackson-Reed’s balanced scoring across quarters showcases their resilience but highlights fewer explosive starts.
• Key Statistical Comparisons:
  Roosevelt dominates in steals (16.1 per game) and blocks (6.1 per game), underscoring their defensive intensity. Jackson-Reed, however, maintains competitive stats in assists (14.4 per game) and rebounds (25.3 per game), indicating effective ball movement and control of the boards.

Individual Standouts: Team Leaders

Jackson-Reed:

• Josiah Massaquoi (#15): A standout performer, Massaquoi leads the team with 22.5 points per game and 7.6 rebounds per game, anchoring both the offense and defense. His contributions extend beyond scoring with consistent rebounding efforts.
• Diego Joy (#1): With 3.8 assists per game, Joy orchestrates the offense, ensuring Massaquoi and others capitalize on opportunities.

Roosevelt:

• Gabriel Hudgens (#4): Hudgens shines as a versatile player, averaging 16.7 points per game and contributing significantly on defense with 3.5 steals per game.
• Sean Hall (#13): A defensive powerhouse, Hall averages 1.7 blocks per game, providing a strong interior presence.

Head-to-Head Potential and Common Opponent Insights

Though Jackson-Reed and Roosevelt have yet to meet head-to-head this season, their performances against common opponents provide valuable insight. Jackson-Reed is undefeated (5-0) against these teams, while Roosevelt holds a respectable (4-2) record. Notable matchups include:

• Jackson-Reed’s decisive 81-14 victory over Phelps Architecture, Construction & Engineering.
• Roosevelt’s narrow 81-79 loss to Cardozo, showing competitive resilience despite the setback.

Strengths and Weaknesses

Jackson-Reed:

• Strengths: Balanced scoring across all quarters, stellar league performance (5-0), and dominant play at home.
• Weaknesses: Struggles in non-league games (2-4) and limited defensive metrics (steals and blocks).

Roosevelt:

• Strengths: Offensive firepower, high defensive intensity (steals and blocks), and strong home court advantage.
• Weaknesses: Inconsistencies in league play (3-2) and neutral site games (3-2).

Outlook for the Season

Both teams have the potential to make deep playoff runs, with Jackson-Reed relying on their balanced play and league dominance and Roosevelt leveraging their high-octane offense and defensive tenacity. A potential future clash between these two teams would offer a thrilling showcase of skill and strategy.

As the season progresses, all eyes remain on Jackson-Reed’s consistency and Roosevelt’s ability to capitalize on their defensive strengths. Washington, DC basketball fans can look forward to an exciting conclusion to the 2024-2025 season.