The Brookwood (Snellville, GA) varsity basketball team will host Norcross (GA) in a conference game today at 7:00 PM at Brookwood High School.

Norcross vs Brookwood High School Basketball Game Info:

What: Georgia High School Basketball
Who: Norcross vs Brookwood
When: Monday, December 16, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Norcross vs Brookwood

The Norcross (GA) varsity basketball team will visit Brookwood (Snellville, GA) for a conference clash today at 7:00 PM. Norcross enters the game with a solid 7-3 record overall and an undefeated 3-0 record in region play. Brookwood, on the other hand, is looking to break out of a tough season, holding a 2-9 overall record with a 1-3 mark in region play.

Team Overview:

Norcross (7-3, 3-0 Region):

• Norcross has been impressive this season, with a .700 win percentage. The team has been dominant on offense, averaging 69.5 points per game, including 17.5 points per game in the first quarter. Their defense has been solid, allowing 626 points this season. Norcross is undefeated in region play and enters this game with confidence after recent victories over strong opponents such as Parkview and North Gwinnett.

Brookwood (2-9, 1-3 Region):

• Brookwood has had a challenging season, struggling to find consistency with just a .182 win percentage. However, the team has been competitive at times, averaging 60.7 points per game. They will need to step up their performance in both offense and defense if they are to challenge Norcross. Brookwood’s strength lies in their ability to score in bursts, averaging 21 points in the second quarter.

Team Scoring Comparison:

• Norcross: 69.5 points per game (17.5 in Q1, 20.3 in Q2, 17.8 in Q3, 18.0 in Q4)
• Brookwood: 60.7 points per game (9.0 in Q1, 21.0 in Q2, 6.0 in Q3, 12.0 in Q4)

Norcross has been more consistent offensively, particularly in the second quarter, where they score more than double what Brookwood averages in the same period. The Blue Devils’ depth and scoring balance make them a tough opponent for Brookwood.

Common Opponents: Both teams have faced several of the same opponents this season. Norcross has dominated its common matchups, boasting a 3-0 record against shared teams, including wins over Peachtree Ridge, Parkview, and North Gwinnett. On the other hand, Brookwood has struggled in these matchups, with a 1-3 record in common games, including a tough loss to Peachtree Ridge and Parkview.

Key Players:

• Norcross:
  • Romari Robinson (Points Per Game: 17.0) – The leading scorer for Norcross, Robinson has been crucial to their success this season.
  • Aaron Richard (Rebounds Per Game: 8.3) – Richard’s presence in the paint has helped Norcross dominate the boards.
• Brookwood:
  • Tai Bell (Points Per Game: 29.2) – Bell is the driving force behind Brookwood’s offense, and they will need his scoring to challenge Norcross.
  • Bertran Walthour (Rebounds Per Game: 12.0) – Walthour has been a key contributor on the glass for Brookwood.

Prediction: Norcross enters this game as the clear favorite, with a strong overall record and perfect region play so far. Brookwood, despite their struggles, will be looking to capitalize on home-court advantage and disrupt Norcross’s momentum. However, Norcross’ balanced scoring attack and experience in high-stakes games make them a formidable opponent.

Final Score Prediction: Norcross 74, Brookwood 58

This game promises to be an exciting matchup, and Brookwood will need to execute flawlessly to pull off an upset. Can Brookwood’s home-court advantage be enough to shift the tide, or will Norcross continue their region dominance? Stay tuned for what promises to be an action-packed contest.