The North Kingstown (RI) varsity basketball team will host Lincoln (RI) for a home conference game today at 4 p.m.

Matchup Details

• Lincoln vs. North Kingstown
• Date: Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025
• Time: 4 p.m.
• Live stream: Watch Here
• Location: North Kingstown High School

Lincoln vs. North Kingstown: A Basketball Showdown

The basketball season in Rhode Island is heating up as two competitive teams, Lincoln and North Kingstown, face off in what promises to be an exciting series of games. Both teams have shown impressive performances, and their upcoming matchups are set to capture the attention of fans.

Team Overview

Lincoln enters the season with a solid record of 6-3 overall and an impressive 6-2 in league play. They have demonstrated strong resilience both at home (4-1) and on the road (2-2), boasting a .667 overall win percentage and a .750 league win percentage. The team has scored 524 points this season while allowing 471, putting them in a favorable position for their future games.

North Kingstown, on the other hand, holds a 4-3 overall record with a 4-3 league record. While their away games (1-2) have posed a challenge, their home performance (3-1) has been solid. North Kingstown has accumulated 427 points and allowed 443, indicating a more balanced yet less dominant performance compared to Lincoln.

Scoring Averages and Key Players

The scoring averages between the two teams highlight some key differences in their offensive strategies. Lincoln has maintained a consistent scoring pace, averaging 58.2 points per game. While specific quarter breakdowns aren’t available, this steady scoring suggests the team plays with efficiency. In comparison, North Kingstown averages 61.0 points per game, with significant contributions in every quarter, especially in the first (15.4 points) and fourth (15.1 points), indicating they can finish strong.

Key players for both teams are making a noticeable impact. Lincoln’s Michael Deorsey leads the charge with an impressive 17.5 points per game. He is complemented by Jake Perry, who contributes 6.5 rebounds per game, and Landon Bodington, who dishes out 3.8 assists and leads the team in steals. For North Kingstown, Michael Deorsey’s counterpart is Bodington with a slightly higher points-per-game average at 17.5. Additionally, Bodington leads the team in assists and steals, showing his dual-threat abilities on both ends of the court.

Team Stats Comparison

Looking at team statistics, Lincoln averages 25.3 rebounds per game, with solid contributions from Jake Perry, while North Kingstown averages 24.4 rebounds per game. In terms of assists, Lincoln edges out North Kingstown with 13.2 assists per game, indicating they may be a more pass-oriented team. Steals and blocks are close, with Lincoln’s Landon Bodington leading the steals column, while Jack Diano has had a strong defensive presence with 0.7 blocks per game.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced a number of common opponents this season, and their results against these teams give insight into their respective strengths. Lincoln has faced North Providence, Mt. Pleasant, Shea, Cumberland, Tolman, and Westerly, compiling a strong 6-2 record against them. North Kingstown, meanwhile, holds a 3-3 record against similar opponents.

Notable games in this series include Lincoln’s recent 58-39 victory over Shea, a strong defensive win. Meanwhile, North Kingstown showed resilience in their 59-52 win over Shea earlier in the season. Both teams have a number of significant matchups remaining, including a home-and-away series that will certainly impact the standings.

Upcoming Games and Head-to-Head Showdown

The first of these highly anticipated matchups takes place today at 4 p.m., where Lincoln will travel to North Kingstown for a key conference clash. The return leg is scheduled for January 29th at 7 p.m., where North Kingstown will head to Lincoln for another pivotal contest. These games will not only provide an exciting display of basketball, but they could also have implications for playoff seeding as the season progresses.

As both teams look to solidify their positions in the league, these games will be a true test of their depth, offensive execution, and ability to capitalize on their strengths. Fans can expect high-intensity basketball as both Lincoln and North Kingstown battle it out for supremacy in Rhode Island’s competitive basketball landscape.

Conclusion

With stellar individual performances and strong team dynamics, both Lincoln and North Kingstown are poised to make a splash this season. The upcoming games will be crucial in determining their paths to the playoffs, making these head-to-head showdowns one to watch. As the season progresses, expect thrilling basketball as these two teams fight for dominance on the court.