As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season heats up, the matchup between Mortimer Jordan and James Clemens has generated significant attention. Both teams are strong competitors in their respective leagues and have notable records and impressive performances. Here’s a breakdown of both teams and their recent performances.

Mortimer Jordan: A Strong Contender

Mortimer Jordan enters this season with an overall record of 8-3, including a solid 3-2 record at home and 4-1 on the road. Their balanced approach and high-scoring games have set them up for success. With an overall win percentage of .727, they have shown dominance both in region play and against non-league opponents.

Scoring Average Breakdown:

• First Quarter: 15.0
• Second Quarter: 20.0
• Third Quarter: 10.0
• Fourth Quarter: 17.0
• Final Average: 62.5

Mortimer Jordan’s offensive output is particularly impressive, especially their ability to score heavily in the second quarter. Their record against common opponents is a perfect 3-0, with standout victories over teams like Hueytown (92-54), Florence (61-40), and Hartselle (56-48).

James Clemens: A Strong but Inconsistent Force

James Clemens, with a 7-5 record this season, has faced some challenges but remains a formidable opponent. Their 2-2 record on the road and 5-2 record away from home show that they can compete on the road, but they will need to improve their home performance, which currently stands at 2-2.

Scoring Average Breakdown:

• Final Average: 47.6

James Clemens has struggled to put up the same level of offensive numbers as Mortimer Jordan. Their inability to consistently score in the first three quarters is evident in their overall average of just 47.6 points per game. They also face a tougher challenge with a 0-1 region record, which highlights some internal struggles against region rivals.

When facing common opponents, James Clemens has a 1-1 record. They lost a close game to Florence (52-42) but triumphed over Hueytown (57-46), mirroring the success of Mortimer Jordan’s performance against these teams.

Comparing the Teams: Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

Head-to-Head:

• Mortimer Jordan and James Clemens have not yet played against each other this season. However, their records and contrasting playstyles suggest an exciting matchup when they do meet.

Common Opponents:

• Mortimer Jordan holds a 3-0 record against common opponents, showing their dominance in head-to-head matchups.
• James Clemens, in comparison, holds a 1-1 record against the same teams, highlighting their more inconsistent performances.

Key games between both teams and their common opponents are listed below:

• Hueytown: Mortimer Jordan won 92-54 (Nov 7, 2024), while James Clemens won 57-46 (Nov 12, 2024).
• Florence: Mortimer Jordan defeated Florence 61-40 (Nov 27, 2024), but James Clemens lost 52-42 (Dec 6, 2024).
• Hartselle: Mortimer Jordan won 56-48 (Dec 2, 2024), with a future matchup between James Clemens and Hartselle scheduled for Dec 28, 2024.

Record Breakdown and Key Stats

• Mortimer Jordan: 8-3 overall (3-0 against common opponents), scoring an average of 62.5 points per game, with a .727 win percentage.
• James Clemens: 7-5 overall (1-1 against common opponents), scoring an average of 47.6 points per game, with a .583 win percentage.

Home/Away Performance:

• Mortimer Jordan is notably stronger at home (3-2) and on the road (4-1), with a perfect 1-0 record in neutral site games.
• James Clemens has been more successful away from home (5-2) but has struggled with a 2-2 record at home.

Looking Ahead

The upcoming games between Mortimer Jordan and James Clemens are expected to be a thrilling contest, as both teams continue to develop and build on their early-season performances. Mortimer Jordan’s high-scoring offense will challenge James Clemens’ defense, while James Clemens will need to improve their consistency and scoring ability to compete at a higher level.

As both teams prepare for the rest of the season, key matchups with common opponents and regional games will be crucial in determining their playoff positioning and overall success.