The North Douglas (Drain, OR) varsity basketball team will host Days Creek (OR) for a home conference game on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.

Here’s what you need Basketball to know:

What: Oregon High School Basketball
Who: North Douglas vs Days Creek
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Comparing Days Creek and North Douglas: A Look at the 2024-2025 Basketball Seasons

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season continues to unfold, two teams in Oregon—Days Creek and North Douglas—are showing notable performances. Both teams are competitive in their respective leagues and have faced some of the same opponents, allowing for an interesting comparison of their records, stats, and team dynamics.

Season Records and Performance Breakdown

Days Creek (24-25)

• Record: 7-4 overall
• Home: 4-0
• Away: 3-3
• Neutral: 0-1
• Win Percentage: .636
• Points For (PF): 541
• Points Against (PA): 555

Days Creek has a strong home court advantage, maintaining an undefeated 4-0 record at home. Despite their overall winning record, their away games have been a mixed bag, with 3 wins and 3 losses, and a tough loss in neutral-site play (0-1). While they’ve been able to score 541 points this season, they’ve allowed 555 points, suggesting that their games are competitive, often coming down to close finishes.

North Douglas (24-25)

• Record: 5-3 overall
• Home: 3-1
• Away: 1-1
• Neutral: 1-1
• Win Percentage: .625
• Points For (PF): 470
• Points Against (PA): 391

North Douglas holds a similar win percentage of .625, with a slightly lower total of 470 points scored across the season. Their defensive performance has been more solid, as they’ve allowed just 391 points—well below their opponents’ scoring averages. North Douglas boasts a strong home record, with 3 wins and only 1 loss, while their neutral and away performances are balanced at 1-1.

Team Scoring Averages

• Days Creek: 49.2 points per game
• North Douglas: 58.8 points per game

One key difference between the two teams is their offensive output. North Douglas averages nearly 59 points per game, a notable advantage over Days Creek’s 49.2 points per game. This higher scoring average likely gives North Douglas an edge in fast-paced or high-scoring games, while Days Creek’s games are more likely to be closer, as they typically score less but may rely on tighter defense.

Common Opponents and Head-to-Head Performances

Both teams have faced several of the same opponents this season, providing valuable insight into how they perform under similar conditions. Against common opponents, both teams have a 1-1 record, showing that they are evenly matched in these matchups.

For example:

• Bandon: Both teams won their respective games against Bandon—Days Creek securing a narrow 50-48 win on December 17, 2024, and North Douglas achieving a more dominant 57-37 victory on January 3, 2025.
• Oakland: Both teams lost to Oakland, with Days Creek falling 64-24 on January 4, 2025, and North Douglas losing 72-48 on December 6, 2024.

These results indicate that while both teams have the ability to win against certain opponents, they also have challenges when facing stronger teams like Oakland.

Record Breakdown and League Play

Days Creek Record Breakdown

• League: 0-0
• Non-League: 4-2
• Common Opponent Record: 1-1
• In-State: 7-4
• Out-of-State: 0-0

Days Creek has played a balanced non-league schedule with some key wins and losses, including victories against Bandon and Pacific. Their in-state performance is impressive at 7-4, but their league games are yet to start as of the latest updates.

North Douglas Record Breakdown

• League: 0-0
• Non-League: 3-2
• Common Opponent Record: 1-1
• In-State: 5-3
• Out-of-State: 0-0

Similarly, North Douglas is still awaiting the start of league play. Their record in non-league games is 3-2, with a few strong wins such as the one against Bandon. In-state, their 5-3 record reflects a solid performance, although their competition in the upcoming league matches will be the true test.

Upcoming Matches

As both teams look to improve their records, there are several exciting matchups in the coming weeks:

• Days Creek will face teams like Umpqua Valley Christian, Elkton, and Yoncalla, all of which will be key in determining their position within the league.
• North Douglas has a similar slate of challenges ahead, with games scheduled against teams like Elkton, Yoncalla, and Riddle. Their upcoming games will be crucial in building momentum before the league season intensifies.

Conclusion

While both Days Creek and North Douglas have their strengths, they also have areas to improve. Days Creek’s advantage lies in their strong home record and solid defense, while North Douglas’s higher scoring offense and robust defensive play make them a formidable opponent. As the season progresses, their head-to-head matchups and league games will be the deciding factor in their respective quests for success. Fans of both teams can look forward to an exciting remainder of the season, with plenty of opportunities for growth and thrilling basketball action.