The Lincoln (Council Bluffs, IA) varsity basketball team will play a home playoff game against Norwalk (IA) today at 7 p.m.
Lincoln vs Norwalk Game Info:
What: California High School Basketball
Who: Lincoln (IA) vs Norwalk (IA)
When: Friday, February 28, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Lincoln vs Norwalk
As the 2024-2025 basketball season unfolds, the competition between Norwalk and Lincoln has been heating up, with both teams showing strong performances. Here, we dive into a comparison of their records, statistics, and performance trends, offering insights into how these two teams have fared so far.
Team Overview
Norwalk:
- Overall Record: 11-11
- Conference Record: 8-4
- Home Record: 7-3
- Away Record: 4-8
- Win Percentage: 50%
- Conference Win Percentage: 66.7%
- Points For: 1,155
- Points Against: 1,160
Lincoln:
- Overall Record: 18-2
- Conference Record: 13-1
- Home Record: 11-1
- Away Record: 7-1
- Win Percentage: 90%
- Conference Win Percentage: 92.9%
- Points For: 1,376
- Points Against: 987
Scoring Averages and Breakdown
The scoring trends provide a crucial look at how these teams perform throughout the game. Norwalk’s scoring is relatively balanced across the quarters, but they tend to pick up the pace in the fourth quarter, averaging 14.4 points. Lincoln, on the other hand, starts strong with 17.5 points in the first quarter and maintains a high scoring pace throughout, finishing with an average of 68.8 points per game.
| Quarter | Norwalk | Lincoln |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 11.8 | 17.5 |
| Q2 | 10.8 | 15.5 |
| Q3 | 12.0 | 17.1 |
| Q4 | 14.4 | 16.8 |
| OT1 | – | 11.0 |
| OT2 | – | 13.0 |
| Final | 52.5 | 68.8 |
Team Statistics Comparison
Lincoln boasts superior overall team statistics across various categories. They have a higher points-per-game average, with 68.6 points compared to Norwalk’s 52.5. Additionally, Lincoln excels in rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks, reflecting a more all-around dominant performance.
| Stat | Norwalk | Lincoln |
|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game | 52.5 | 68.6 |
| Rebounds Per Game | 31.9 | 36.0 |
| Assists Per Game | 14.8 | 18.3 |
| Steals Per Game | 8.5 | 11.6 |
| Blocks Per Game | 2.6 | 3.2 |
Team Leaders
In terms of individual performances, Norwalk’s standout player is Creighton Bracker, leading the team in points (16.6 PPG) and rebounds (11.0 RPG). Easton Klement also shines, leading the team in assists (4.6 APG) and steals (2.0 SPG). On the other side, Lincoln’s top scorer is Brady Willoughby, with an impressive 18.8 PPG. Lincoln’s all-around player, Aiden Sandbothe, leads in blocks (1.2 BPG).
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced a few common opponents, including Dallas Center-Grimes and Jefferson. While both teams had a rough patch against Dallas Center-Grimes, Lincoln triumphed over Jefferson with a dominant win (79-35), while Norwalk managed a 72-47 victory over them.
| Opponent | Norwalk (Record) | Lincoln (Record) |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas Center-Grimes | 1-2 | 2-1 |
| Jefferson | 1-2 | 2-0 |
Record Breakdown
Breaking down their overall, league, and non-league performances highlights some key contrasts:
| Category | Norwalk (24-25) | Lincoln (24-25) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Record | 11-11 | 18-2 |
| League Record | 8-4 | 13-1 |
| Non-League Record | 2-7 | 5-1 |
| Home Record | 7-3 | 11-1 |
| Away Record | 4-8 | 7-1 |
Conclusion
In summary, Lincoln has shown dominant performance with a strong overall record and impressive statistics, especially in scoring and team play. Their conference win percentage stands at a remarkable 92.9%, with solid contributions from key players like Brady Willoughby and Aiden Sandbothe. Norwalk, although holding a .500 record, has proven capable of challenging teams, especially at home, where they hold a 7-3 record. However, their consistency on the road has been a significant hurdle.
As the season progresses, Lincoln’s chances of securing a top position in their conference look promising, while Norwalk will need to address their away-game struggles to improve their standing. The contrast in performance between the two teams makes their upcoming matchups exciting, with Lincoln appearing to hold the upper hand based on their current form.
