The Lead-Deadwood varsity basketball team will play a home non-conference game against New Underwood on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.

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What: South Dakota High School Basketball
Who: Lead-Deadwood vs New Underwood
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

New Underwood vs. Lead-Deadwood: A Season Comparison

As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, New Underwood and Lead-Deadwood continue to compete in their respective leagues with varying results. With contrasting styles and performances, the two teams are closely monitoring each other’s progress. This article takes a deeper look into their performances so far, comparing their records, stats, and upcoming games.

Team Overview

New Underwood has played four games, earning a .500 overall win percentage with a record of 2-2. In regional play, however, they have been dominant with a perfect 1.000 win percentage (1-0). When it comes to scoring, New Underwood has averaged 62.3 points per game (PPG), led by #24 Zeke Enos who contributes 14.5 PPG. Their defensive effort is also notable, allowing an average of 215 points against them.

On the other hand, Lead-Deadwood has had a slightly rougher start with a 2-3 overall record, a win percentage of .400. Their performance at home (0-1) has been less favorable, although they have fared better on the road, holding a 2-2 record in away games. Lead-Deadwood’s offensive output averages 61.4 PPG, with a narrow margin of victory or defeat in their games, scoring just 302 points while allowing 307 points.

Scoring Breakdown

Looking at each team’s scoring per quarter, New Underwood shows a stronger start, averaging 24.0 points in the first quarter, and keeping a consistent pace throughout the game with 27.0 in the second quarter, 17.0 in the third, and 12.0 in the final quarter. They finish with an average of 62.3 points per game.

In contrast, Lead-Deadwood has struggled in the first half, averaging just 19.0 points in the first quarter and 11.0 points in the second. Despite this, they keep the game competitive with 15.0 points in both the third and fourth quarters, finishing with an average of 61.4 points per game.

Statistical Comparison

Both teams have solid individual leaders, with Zeke Enos of New Underwood leading in points per game at 14.5, while Zach Henriksen from Lead-Deadwood grabs an impressive 6.0 rebounds per game. New Underwood’s Ethan Enos has contributed both offensively (5.5 assists) and defensively (3.5 steals), showcasing his all-around skills.

In terms of defense, Zeke Enos also leads with 1.5 blocks per game, while Ethan Enos remains the key distributor with 5.5 assists per game. Lead-Deadwood’s Ethan Enos (3.5 steals per game) is not to be overlooked, as his hustle on defense has been a game-changer.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced similar opponents, offering an interesting point of comparison. New Underwood secured a win against Dupree (79-69) on 12/14/24, while Lead-Deadwood lost a close game to Dupree (55-58) on 12/27/24. Both teams faced Hill City, with New Underwood suffering a 69-42 defeat on 12/19/24 and Lead-Deadwood continuing their season with a challenging match against Hill City on 1/16/25. Other common opponents include Oelrichs and Wall, where both teams will be looking to improve their records.

Record Breakdown

• Overall Record:
  • New Underwood: 2-2
  • Lead-Deadwood: 2-3
• Home Record:
  • New Underwood: 1-0
  • Lead-Deadwood: 0-1
• Away Record:
  • New Underwood: 1-2
  • Lead-Deadwood: 2-2
• League Record:
  • New Underwood: 1-0
  • Lead-Deadwood: 0-0
• Non-League Record:
  • New Underwood: 1-2
  • Lead-Deadwood: 2-3

Both teams have shown resilience in their matchups, and it’s clear that New Underwood’s stronger regional play and higher offensive output will be critical in their upcoming games.

Conclusion

Looking ahead, both teams will be aiming to improve on their season performances. New Underwood’s balanced scoring attack and defensive prowess give them an edge in their region, while Lead-Deadwood’s ability to compete on the road and resilience in tight games suggest they are poised to make a comeback. As both teams face off against common opponents, these upcoming games will provide valuable insight into how each squad has adjusted to the season.