The Moses Brown varsity basketball team (Providence, RI) will host East Greenwich (RI) for a home conference game on Friday, January 17, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.

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What: Rhode Island High School Basketball
Who: Moses Brown vs East Greenwich
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 6:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

East Greenwich vs. Moses Brown: A Mid-Season Comparison

As the Rhode Island high school basketball season reaches its midway point, East Greenwich and Moses Brown have each had their fair share of challenges and triumphs. Let’s break down how these two teams have been performing, comparing their records, statistics, and head-to-head results.

Record Breakdown

East Greenwich (2024-2025)
East Greenwich has faced a tough season so far, with a 3-7 overall record. Their league performance mirrors this struggle, sitting at 3-7. They’ve had a mix of results at home (2-3) and away (1-4), resulting in a win percentage of just .300 overall and within the league. The team has averaged 52.9 points per game but has allowed 56.6, highlighting some challenges on both sides of the ball.

Moses Brown (2024-2025)
On the other hand, Moses Brown has been dominant, with an impressive 9-1 overall record. Their league play is flawless, with a 5-0 record. At home, they are undefeated (3-0), and they boast a 5-1 record away from home. Moses Brown has averaged 71.1 points per game while allowing just 49.6 points per game. This balanced offensive and defensive approach has contributed to their remarkable win percentage of .900.

Team Scoring Averages

East Greenwich
While East Greenwich’s offense hasn’t been the most prolific, averaging 52.8 points per game, their defense has allowed a higher number of points. This discrepancy suggests the team may be struggling with consistency on both ends of the court.

Moses Brown
In contrast, Moses Brown’s offense has been potent, scoring 61.0 points per game. Their ability to outscore opponents significantly is one of their key strengths, allowing them to maintain a strong hold on the top of the league standings.

Player Leaders

Both teams have players who have stood out in various statistical categories. For East Greenwich, Rees Maccarone leads the team in scoring with 19.1 points per game, a significant contributor to their offense. Meanwhile, Moses Brown is powered by Donovan Clement, who has been the team’s standout player, averaging 22.2 points per game and leading the team in rebounds (7.0), assists (5.1), steals (2.3), and blocks (1.7). Clement’s all-around performance has been one of the driving forces behind Moses Brown’s success.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced common opponents, providing a direct comparison of their performances:

• South Kingstown: East Greenwich lost 61-49, while Moses Brown defeated South Kingstown 70-65.
• Coventry: East Greenwich lost 54-48, while Moses Brown has yet to face Coventry.
• Pilgrim: East Greenwich fell short 58-49, but Moses Brown defeated Pilgrim 66-53.
• West Warwick: East Greenwich won 61-55, while Moses Brown’s next match against West Warwick is still upcoming.
• Rogers: East Greenwich has yet to face Rogers, but Moses Brown defeated them 55-40.

Moses Brown has had a clean sweep against these teams, winning all of their head-to-head matchups against common opponents, while East Greenwich has struggled, posting a 1-4 record against the same teams.

Head-to-Head Record and Upcoming Games

When comparing head-to-head, Moses Brown comes out ahead, with a 5-0 record against common opponents compared to East Greenwich’s 1-4. With a 3-7 record in-state and no out-of-state games yet, East Greenwich still has work to do if they hope to climb the standings.

Moses Brown, on the other hand, will look to maintain their dominance in the second half of the season, as they remain undefeated in league play. Their upcoming games against teams like West Warwick, Narragansett, and Tiverton will be crucial in maintaining their strong position at the top of the league.

Conclusion

As we head into the final stretch of the season, Moses Brown has clearly been the superior team, not only winning games but doing so in convincing fashion. East Greenwich, while facing challenges, has players like Maccarone who can lead them to improvement if they can tighten up their defense and find more consistency in their offensive play.

For East Greenwich, a turnaround is still possible, but they will need to step up their game in their remaining matchups. Meanwhile, Moses Brown will look to continue their dominant form and make a push for the top spot in the league. With plenty of basketball still to be played, the battle for supremacy in Rhode Island high school basketball remains wide open.