The North Kingstown (RI) varsity basketball team will play a home conference game against Narragansett (RI) on Friday, February 7, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

Matchup Details:

• Game: Narragansett vs North Kingstown High School Basketball
• Date & Time: Friday, February 7, 2025, at 7:00 PM
• Live stream: Watch Here
• Live stream: Watch Here

A Detailed Comparison of Narragansett and North Kingstown Basketball Teams: 2024-2025 Season

As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, the Narragansett and North Kingstown teams continue to battle it out, each showcasing unique strengths and challenges. With both teams striving for success in a competitive Rhode Island Division, this comparison explores their records, statistics, and performances thus far.

Team Overview: Narragansett vs. North Kingstown

Narragansett has compiled an overall record of 6-9 with a league standing of 4-9. They’ve demonstrated a strong offensive output, averaging 55.3 points per game, just slightly trailing their opponents in overall scoring. Meanwhile, North Kingstown, with a record of 6-11 and a league record of 6-11, has had its fair share of ups and downs. Their offense is slightly more potent, averaging 61.9 points per game. Both teams have shown resilience in their home games, but both have also struggled when playing away.

The two teams have had similar experiences in their common matchups, both recording a 1-2 record against shared opponents. This adds an intriguing dimension to their upcoming encounters, suggesting that these two teams are closely matched in terms of competitive ability.

Team Scoring Averages

Breaking down the scoring patterns for both teams:

• Narragansett tends to have consistent scoring across the quarters, with 16 points in each of the first three quarters, and a slightly higher 20 points in the fourth quarter. Their final scoring average stands at 55.3 points per game.
• North Kingstown scores more evenly, averaging 15.4 in the first quarter, but slightly drops in the second with 13.1 points. However, they regain momentum in the third (15.5 points) and fourth (16.1 points) quarters, finishing with a higher overall average of 61.6 points per game.

Key Team Stats

When comparing some of the key stats for both teams:

• Rebounds per game: North Kingstown edges out Narragansett with 27.9 rebounds per game, compared to Narragansett’s 27.3.
• Assists per game: Narragansett shines in this department with 15.1 assists per game, significantly outpacing North Kingstown, which averages only 10.9 assists per game.
• Steals per game: Narragansett’s defense is led by Michael Deorsey, who averages 1.2 steals per game, while North Kingstown’s top player in this category, Derek Adams, manages only 0.9.
• Blocks per game: Both teams have shown decent shot-blocking abilities, with Narragansett’s Jake Perry leading the team with 0.8 blocks per game, compared to North Kingstown’s average of 0.3.

Individual Performances

Narragansett’s key players:

• Michael Deorsey has been the standout player, leading the team in scoring with an average of 17.6 points per game and steals with 1.2 per game. He is a vital offensive and defensive asset for the team.
• Jake Perry contributes significantly to the team’s rebounding effort, pulling down an average of 5.8 rebounds per game.

North Kingstown’s key players:

• Derek Adams is North Kingstown’s top scorer with an average of 17.6 points per game and also leads in steals with 1.2 per game.
• Landon Bodington excels in playmaking with 5 assists per game, making him a crucial part of the team’s offensive flow.

Common Opponents’ Results

Both teams have faced some of the same opponents, providing a direct comparison of their performances:

• Against Westerly, Narragansett lost 75-68, while North Kingstown was defeated in a later matchup.
• Cranston West saw a win for Narragansett (59-42) but a loss for North Kingstown (57-47).
• When facing North Providence, Narragansett fell 64-47, while North Kingstown lost a close game, 78-74.

Record Breakdown

• Narragansett’s season breakdown:
  • 6-9 overall record
  • 4-9 in league play
  • 3-5 at home, 3-4 away
• North Kingstown’s season breakdown:
  • 6-11 overall record
  • 6-11 in league play
  • 4-5 at home, 2-6 away

Both teams are showing promise but need to overcome challenges, especially on the road, where both have struggled this season.

Conclusion

While both Narragansett and North Kingstown have faced a tough season so far, they each offer unique strengths on the court. Narragansett’s solid assist numbers and steady performance throughout the game, alongside Deorsey’s leadership, make them a formidable opponent. On the other hand, North Kingstown has a higher scoring average and key players like Derek Adams and Landon Bodington who can turn the game in their favor.

As both teams approach the latter half of their seasons, it will be interesting to see how they adapt and improve their records, particularly when facing tough rivals and needing to capitalize on home court advantages. Fans can expect competitive and hard-fought games as these two teams continue to build toward a stronger finish.