The Judge Memorial Catholic (Salt Lake City, UT) varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against Jordan (Sandy, UT) today at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Utah High School Basketball
Who: Judge Memorial Catholic vs Jordan
When: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Jordan vs. Judge Memorial Catholic: A Statistical Breakdown

As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, both Jordan and Judge Memorial Catholic have had an intriguing start. Each team has demonstrated a mix of promising performances and areas needing improvement. Here’s a closer look at how both teams compare across various statistics, individual leaders, and upcoming matchups.

Team Records:

• Jordan: Currently sitting at a 1-1 overall record, Jordan has displayed a balanced performance, with one win on the road and one loss at home. They’ve scored an average of 93 points while allowing 126, indicating potential for improvement in defense.
• Judge Memorial Catholic: Judge Memorial has a slightly stronger start with a 2-2 record. Their home performance has been solid, maintaining a perfect 1-0 record at home, but they’ve struggled on the road, holding a 1-2 record away. Overall, they’ve scored 219 points while allowing 244.

Scoring Averages:

• Jordan: Scoring an average of 46.5 points per game, Jordan’s offense has been relatively quiet, with no significant scoring outbursts. With a balanced mix of contributions from various players, their offense is one that needs to step up to keep pace with their opponents.
• Judge Memorial Catholic: In contrast, Judge Memorial’s offense has been more potent, averaging 53.0 points per game. Their first-quarter scoring stands out at 15.0 points per game, setting a strong tone early in the contest. While their scoring drops slightly in the later quarters, their consistent output gives them an edge over Jordan.

Team Statistics Comparison:

Looking at key statistical categories, the teams show a noticeable contrast:

• Points Per Game: Judge Memorial averages 46.7 points per game, surpassing Jordan’s 41.0.
• Rebounds Per Game: Jordan edges out Judge Memorial in rebounds with 26.0, while Judge Memorial is slightly behind at 23.3.
• Assists Per Game: Judge Memorial is more effective at distributing the ball, with 7.7 assists per game compared to Jordan’s 5.0.
• Steals Per Game: Jordan also holds an advantage in steals, with 7.0 per game, while Judge Memorial averages 6.0.
• Blocks Per Game: Judge Memorial has a slight edge in shot-blocking, with 3.3 blocks per game versus Jordan’s 2.0.

Individual Leaders:

Each team has standout players who lead in key statistical areas:

• Jordan:
  • Blake Hansen leads with 16.0 points per game, showcasing his scoring ability.
  • Holden Warnick is a strong presence on the boards, averaging 8.0 rebounds per game.
  • Nate Osborne contributes with 2.0 assists per game, while Blake Hansen adds 3.0 steals per game, showing his defensive prowess.
• Judge Memorial Catholic:
  • JJ Apathjang leads in scoring with 11.7 points per game and also contributes 2.7 assists per game.
  • Aymen Ismail has been a consistent contributor with 6.0 rebounds and 2.0 steals per game.
  • Longar Alor offers solid defensive support, averaging 2.3 blocks per game.

Upcoming Matchups:

Both teams will look to build upon their records as the season progresses. Jordan’s upcoming matches include key non-league games against Summit Academy and Park City. Similarly, Judge Memorial Catholic faces off against Park City and Summit Academy, with both teams hoping to find consistency on both ends of the floor.

Record Breakdown:

• Jordan has a balanced record, with a 1-1 mark overall and a mix of league and non-league games. Their home and away performances have been equal, but they’ll need to find a way to improve defensively to compete with stronger teams.
• Judge Memorial Catholic comes into the matchup with a 2-2 overall record, showing resilience both at home and away. They’ll aim to strengthen their away form as the season progresses.

Conclusion:

While both teams have similar overall records, Judge Memorial Catholic has shown more offensive firepower, while Jordan is solid in defensive categories like steals and rebounding. As the season moves forward, both teams will look to capitalize on their strengths and address areas of improvement, especially in their offensive and defensive consistency. Fans can expect an exciting series of matchups as both teams aim for victory and higher rankings throughout the season.