The North Central varsity basketball team (Spokane, WA) will host Cheney (WA) in a home non-conference game today, December 6, 2024, at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to know Basketball:

What: Washington, High School Basketball
Who: North Central vs Cheney
When: Friday, December 06, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

A Breakdown of Cheney and North Central’s Early 2024-2025 Basketball Season

As the 2024-2025 basketball season begins to unfold, Cheney and North Central find themselves each with unique records and experiences so far. Let’s take a closer look at their performances, scoring trends, and records to see how these teams are shaping up for the rest of the season.

Cheney’s Record and Performance

Cheney’s basketball team has had a challenging start to the season, posting a 0-1 overall record, with all games played in district competition so far. In their lone game, they faced West Valley on December 3, 2024, where they fell short with a final score of 55-49. This has placed their district and overall win percentages at 0.000, a tough position to start from.

However, Cheney’s scoring has shown promise. Averaging 49 points per game, the team has put up a consistent effort each quarter, scoring 10 points in the first, second, and fourth quarters, while pushing for a bigger lead with 19 points in the third quarter. If they can find more consistency across all quarters, Cheney might still have a chance to bounce back.

North Central’s Record and Performance

North Central, on the other hand, has seen a more balanced start to their season. With a 1-1 overall record, the team has split their first two games. Their lone win came in a home game, while they suffered a road loss to Gonzaga Prep on December 4, 2024, by a score of 58-49. The team’s win percentage sits at .500, showing they’ve had some success but are also in need of adjustments.

North Central has had a solid offensive showing, averaging 61 points per game so far. Their scoring is top-heavy, with a strong 20 points in the first quarter of their opening game, but they dropped off in the following quarters. In their most recent loss, they struggled to keep up offensively, scoring just 9 points in the final quarter.

Team Scoring Comparisons

When comparing the two teams’ scoring averages, North Central has the upper hand, averaging 61 points per game compared to Cheney’s 49. In terms of quarter-by-quarter performance, Cheney has had more balanced scoring distribution, with a consistent performance across all four quarters. North Central, on the other hand, has been more erratic, starting strong in the first quarter but faltering in the subsequent periods.

Common Opponents and Head-to-Head History

Both teams have faced similar opponents in the early stages of the season. Cheney and North Central’s lone shared opponent so far, West Valley, handed both teams a loss—Cheney in a close contest on December 3 and North Central in a tougher matchup on January 7. Other upcoming games between the two will give us more insight into how these teams stack up against each other in head-to-head competition.

Looking ahead, Cheney and North Central will face a series of common opponents. These include Shadle Park, Rogers, Pullman, Gonzaga Prep, Lewis & Clark, and Ferris. The two teams will continue to play each other’s opponents, which will be an important factor in determining their relative strengths as the season progresses.

Final Thoughts

With both Cheney and North Central in early-season form, there are plenty of opportunities for improvement. Cheney will need to work on consistency throughout the game and tighten up defensively to prevent similar scoring deficits from happening. North Central, while performing solidly overall, must find ways to maintain their momentum in the later stages of games. As the season moves forward, their head-to-head matchups and games against common opponents will be crucial in determining which team can rise above the rest.

Stay tuned as the 2024-2025 basketball season continues to unfold for both teams