The Mullins (SC) varsity basketball team is set to face South Brunswick (Southport, NC) in a neutral tournament game today at 5:00 PM.
Here’s what you need to Basketball know:
What: South Carolina High School Basketball
Who: Mullins vs South Brunswick
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 5:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here
Stay tuned for score updates and game highlights
A Comparative Analysis: South Brunswick vs. Mullins Basketball Teams (2024-2025 Season)
The 2024-2025 basketball season has showcased exciting performances from teams across the country. Among them, South Brunswick (NC) and Mullins (SC) offer intriguing comparisons, reflecting their differing strengths, strategies, and achievements. Here’s an in-depth analysis of their rankings, records, and statistical performances.
Season Overview
South Brunswick (24-25)
- Overall Record: 5-4
- Conference Record: 0-2
- Home Record: 3-1
- Away Record: 2-3
- Win Percentage: .556
- Conference Win Percentage: .000
- Points For (PF): 491
- Points Against (PA): 546
Mullins (24-25)
- Overall Record: 10-1
- Region Record: 3-0
- Home Record: 3-0
- Away Record: 4-0
- Neutral Record: 3-1
- Win Percentage: .909
- Region Win Percentage: 1.000
- Points For (PF): 696
- Points Against (PA): 470
Mullins dominates with a near-flawless record, showcasing consistent performances across home, away, and neutral games. South Brunswick, despite its .556 win percentage, has faced challenges, particularly in conference matchups.
Scoring Averages by Quarter
South Brunswick
- Q1: 7.3
- Q2: 17.8
- Q3: 11.8
- Q4: 12.0
- Final: 54.6
Mullins
- Q1: 16.5
- Q2: 12.8
- Q3: 18.0
- Q4: 14.3
- Final: 63.3
Mullins starts strong in the first quarter and maintains its momentum, particularly in the third quarter. South Brunswick shows a more balanced but less explosive scoring pattern.
Statistical Comparison
| Category | South Brunswick | Mullins |
|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game (PPG) | 56.6 | 63.2 |
| Rebounds Per Game (RPG) | 28.7 | 37.8 |
| Assists Per Game (APG) | 11.0 | 10.7 |
| Steals Per Game (SPG) | 8.9 | 13.6 |
| Blocks Per Game (BPG) | 0.6 | 2.4 |
Mullins exhibits superior scoring, rebounding, and defensive stats, especially in steals and blocks, underlining their dominance on both ends of the court.
Team Leaders
- Points Per Game:
- South Brunswick: Jayden Daniels (#35) – 21.7
- Mullins: Deyon Ford (#3) – 17.8
- Rebounds Per Game:
- South Brunswick: Jayden Daniels (#35) – 9.4
- Mullins: Dakarai Worley (#10) – 9.8
- Assists Per Game:
- South Brunswick: Jaxon Wallace (#0) – 3.3
- Mullins: Deyon Ford (#3) – 3.2
- Steals Per Game:
- South Brunswick: Jeremiah Ellis (#11) – 3.0
- Mullins: Dakarai Worley (#10) – 3.7
- Blocks Per Game:
- South Brunswick: Chase Robinson (#1) – 0.3
- Mullins: Ayntwain Crawford (#23) – 0.7
Jayden Daniels leads South Brunswick in scoring and rebounding, reflecting his pivotal role. For Mullins, Deyon Ford and Dakarai Worley showcase balanced contributions across key areas.
Common Opponent Performance
Both teams faced Waccamaw this season, with contrasting results:
- South Brunswick: Lost 72-57 (12/19/24)
- Mullins: Won 68-55 (11/26/24)
Mullins’ victory over Waccamaw highlights their ability to perform against shared opponents more effectively.
Key Takeaways
- Mullins’ Dominance:
Mullins boasts a stronger overall record, better scoring averages, and superior defensive stats. Their performance, especially in their region, solidifies their standing as a top-tier team. - South Brunswick’s Challenges:
Despite strong individual performances from Jayden Daniels, South Brunswick struggles in conference games and against tougher opponents. - Potential Matchup Implications:
If these teams were to face each other, Mullins’ balanced attack and defensive prowess would likely pose significant challenges for South Brunswick.
In summary, while South Brunswick shows flashes of brilliance, Mullins stands out as the more complete and dominant team this season.
