The Landmark varsity basketball team (Prides Crossing, MA) will host a non-conference game against Newman (Boston, MA) on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at 4:00 PM.

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What: Prep Schools High School Basketball
Who: Landmark vs Newman
When: Thursday, January 9, 2025
Time: 4:00. p.m. ET
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Newman vs. Landmark: A 2024-2025 Basketball Season Breakdown

As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, two teams, Newman and Landmark, stand out with different records and prospects in the league. Here’s a detailed look at their performance so far and how they compare across several metrics.

Newman (24-25) Performance Overview

Newman has had a promising season with an overall record of 4-1. The team has dominated their league play, with a perfect 1.000 win percentage in their league games. Their overall win percentage stands at an impressive .800, reflecting a strong start to the season.

Scoring and Game Averages:

• Points Scored (PF): 411
• Points Allowed (PA): 303
• Scoring by Quarter:
  • Q1: 32.0 points
  • Q2: 0 points
  • Q3: 42.0 points
  • Q4: 0 points
• Final Score Average: 82.2 points per game

Newman’s highest scoring periods come in the 1st and 3rd quarters, indicating a strong start and finish in many of their matchups. Their offense has been efficient, leading to an average of over 82 points per game.

Record Breakdown:

• Overall Record: 4-1
• League Record: 1-0
• Home Record: 3-0
• Away Record: 0-0
• Neutral Record: 1-1

The team is undefeated at home, maintaining an unblemished 3-0 record, while their neutral game performances show mixed results (1-1). Newman has not yet played an away game, which may indicate some challenges in their upcoming schedule.

Landmark (24-25) Performance Overview

In contrast, Landmark has struggled early in the season with a 0-1 overall record. Their win percentage stands at 0.000, reflecting their loss in the only league game they have played so far. Landmark has yet to find its footing in the season, and their point differential paints a concerning picture.

Scoring and Game Averages:

• Points Scored (PF): 33
• Points Allowed (PA): 84
• Final Score Average: 33.0 points per game

Landmark has had difficulty scoring, averaging just 33 points per game, while they have allowed 84 points per game. This significant gap indicates challenges on both ends of the court, particularly in defensive and offensive consistency.

Record Breakdown:

• Overall Record: 0-1
• League Record: 0-1
• Home Record: 0-1
• Away Record: 0-0
• Neutral Record: 0-0

Landmark’s loss came in a home game, leaving them without a win yet this season. They have not yet played any neutral or away games, making their performance against stronger opponents uncertain in the coming weeks.

Common Opponents:

Both teams share a few common opponents, though their head-to-head results are yet to be recorded. Some of the notable shared opponents include Covenant Christian Academy and Cambridge. Below are the matchups and results involving the common opponents:

• Newman vs. Covenant Christian Academy (12/6/24)
• Landmark vs. Covenant Christian Academy (12/4/24)
• Newman vs. Cambridge (12/13/24)
• Landmark vs. Cambridge (1/16/25)

These matchups will provide valuable insights into how both teams perform against similar competition, with their upcoming games against Cambridge offering potential for comparison. Landmark will meet Cambridge after Newman, which could serve as a crucial measuring stick for their progress.

Head-to-Head Breakdown

Both teams have not yet played each other, and their head-to-head record currently stands at 0-0. However, as both teams have their schedules set to play against each other in the future, this will become a key fixture for both sides. Newman’s current form may make them the favorites going into this matchup, but Landmark will be aiming to turn their season around.

Concluding Thoughts:

Newman has clearly had the stronger start to the season with a solid win record, especially at home, and a potent offense. On the other hand, Landmark’s early struggles highlight significant areas of improvement, particularly in offense and defense. As the season progresses, both teams will face off against common opponents and one another, which will be pivotal for shaping their respective paths to the playoffs. The gap in performance and records between Newman and Landmark illustrates the challenges Landmark faces, but also the opportunity for a turnaround if they can adapt and find consistency.