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Marist vs Niles Notre Dame Live Illinois High School Basketball 1/31/2025

Marist vs Niles Notre Dame Live Illinois High School Basketball 1/31/2025

The Marist varsity basketball team (Chicago, IL) will play a home conference game against Niles Notre Dame (Niles, IL) on Friday, January 31 at 7:00 PM.

Marist vs Niles Notre Dame Game Info:

What: Illinois High School Basketball
Who: Marist (IL) vs Niles Notre Dame (IL)
When: Friday, January 31, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Marist vs Niles Notre Dame

As the 2024-2025 Illinois high school basketball season continues, two teams have captured the spotlight in contrasting ways—Niles Notre Dame and Marist. While both teams have showcased talent and determination, their records, playing styles, and overall performances paint a clear picture of where each stands in the competition. Let’s take a deeper dive into the rankings and records of both teams, comparing their strengths, weaknesses, and paths through the season.

Team Performance Overview

Niles Notre Dame enters the 2024-2025 season with an overall record of 12-9. Although they have shown resilience, their league performance, sitting at 2-3, suggests they’ve struggled in conference matchups. They have been more successful at home, boasting a 6-2 record on their own court. When playing away, however, their record drops to 4-4, and they face a more challenging environment. The team has scored a total of 1,215 points and allowed 1,000 points, resulting in an average of 57.9 points per game.

Marist, on the other hand, has been dominant this season, with a near-perfect record of 22-2. Their conference record stands at an impressive 4-1, and they have excelled at home with a flawless 12-0 record. Their away performance is equally strong, with an 8-2 record, and they have only lost twice in the entire season. Marist has scored 1,545 points while allowing 1,029, leading to an average of 64.4 points per game, a solid reflection of their high-scoring offense and defensive consistency.

Scoring Trends

When it comes to scoring, both teams show varied performance across different quarters. Niles Notre Dame has a relatively balanced offensive output, averaging 14.3 points in the first quarter, followed by 13.0 in the second, and 15.5 in the third. Their fourth-quarter performance maintains momentum with an average of 15.0 points per game. This steady offensive approach helps them remain competitive, but it’s clear they’ve struggled to maintain leads in certain games.

Marist, on the other hand, has a more dynamic scoring spread, with strong performances throughout the game. They average 13.2 points in the first quarter, 13.3 in the second, and then surge in the third quarter, with 17.7 points. Their ability to accelerate in the third quarter has been a defining characteristic of their high-scoring games, and their fourth-quarter scoring average of 15.9 points further highlights their consistency. Additionally, they have been able to execute in overtime, adding an extra 8.0 points on average, reflecting their mental toughness when games get tight.

Common Opponents: Head-to-Head Comparison

Both Niles Notre Dame and Marist have faced several common opponents this season. However, their performance against these teams reveals a significant difference in their outcomes.

  • St. Patrick: Niles Notre Dame lost a close game against St. Patrick 43-38, whereas Marist defeated them 51-37.
  • Carmel: Niles Notre Dame was victorious against Carmel 67-38, and Marist also defeated Carmel 58-21.
  • Saint Viator: Niles Notre Dame narrowly lost to Saint Viator 52-47, but Marist secured a 59-53 win.
  • Nazareth Academy: Niles Notre Dame won a tight game against Nazareth Academy 53-49, while Marist will face them on February 7, 2025.
  • Joliet Catholic: Niles Notre Dame lost 58-54 to Joliet Catholic, while Marist will play them on February 14, 2025.
  • Brother Rice: Niles Notre Dame will face Brother Rice on February 18, 2025, but Marist already beat them 56-51 on January 21, 2025.

Marist’s undefeated record against common opponents (4-0) stands in stark contrast to Niles Notre Dame’s 2-3 record, underscoring the disparity in their performances when facing similar competition.

Breaking Down the Records

A closer look at the teams’ overall records reveals the extent of Marist’s dominance this season.

  • Niles Notre Dame: With a 12-9 record, the team has been competitive in non-league games (6-4) but has faltered against tougher league opponents (2-3). Their performance at home (6-4) and away (4-4) has been evenly split, but they’ve yet to show consistency on neutral ground (2-3).
  • Marist: Marist has been virtually unstoppable with a 22-2 overall record. Their league record of 4-1 reflects a solid performance within the conference, and their non-league success (10-0) shows they’ve been a dominant force across all matchups. Marist’s unblemished home record (12-0) and strong away performance (8-2) highlight their consistency and depth.

Conclusion

While both Niles Notre Dame and Marist have had strong seasons, there is a clear contrast in their overall performance. Marist’s impressive 22-2 record and dominant scoring averages put them at the forefront, while Niles Notre Dame’s 12-9 record shows they have struggled to consistently win, especially in league play. As both teams move forward, Marist will look to maintain their strong form, while Niles Notre Dame will aim to find consistency and capitalize on their strengths.

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