The Northridge varsity basketball team (Middlebury, IN) will host a conference game against Plymouth (IN) on Friday, January 31, at 7:30 PM.
Northridge vs Plymouth Game Info:
What: Indiana High School Basketball
Who: Northridge (IN) vs Plymouth (IN)
When: Friday, January 31, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Northridge vs Plymouth
As the 2024-25 basketball season progresses, the Plymouth and Northridge teams have put forth competitive performances in their respective conferences. This article delves into their rankings, records, and statistical comparisons to provide a comprehensive preview of their potential matchup.
Overall and Conference Performance
Plymouth currently holds an 8-6 overall record with a 2-2 standing in conference play. Their performance at home and away has been balanced at 3-3 each, with a strong neutral-site record of 2-0. Their winning percentage stands at .571, and they have outscored opponents 747-641 in total points.
Northridge, on the other hand, boasts an impressive 12-2 record with an identical 2-2 conference standing. Their home-court performance is strong at 4-1, and they have dominated on the road with a 6-1 record. Like Plymouth, they are undefeated at neutral sites (2-0) and have a superior win percentage of .857. Northridge has amassed 987 points while allowing only 626.
Scoring Trends and Averages
Analyzing the quarter-by-quarter breakdown, Plymouth maintains a steady scoring average:
- Q1: 12.5
- Q2: 13.5
- Q3: 14.3
- Q4: 11.0
- Final: 53.4
Northridge follows a different pattern, with a substantial increase in the fourth quarter:
- Q1: 10.0
- Q2: 10.8
- Q3: 15.5
- Q4: 32.5
- Final: 70.5
Northridge’s ability to dominate the final quarter suggests strong endurance and execution under pressure, whereas Plymouth exhibits a more balanced but lower overall scoring rate.
Team Statistics Comparison
Plymouth’s statistical averages per game:
- Points: 51.2
- Rebounds: 24.6
- Assists: 9.6
- Steals: 7.2
- Blocks: 2.4
Comparatively, Northridge leads in all aspects except for rebounding, highlighting their offensive and defensive efficiency.
Key Players and Individual Performances
Plymouth Leaders:
- Points: #20 Trenton Van Duyne (13.0 PPG)
- Rebounds: #12 Kadyn Ellery (9.6 RPG)
- Assists: #20 Trenton Van Duyne (2.3 APG)
- Steals: #1 Preston Wolfe (2.4 SPG)
- Blocks: #12 Kadyn Ellery (1.3 BPG)
Northridge Leaders:
While specific individual statistics for Northridge are unavailable, their overall higher team performance suggests multiple players contributing effectively across all categories.
Performance Against Common Opponents
Both teams have faced similar competition, with Northridge displaying better results:
- Plymouth: 2-4 record against common opponents
- Northridge: 4-2 record against common opponents
For instance, while Plymouth suffered a 62-54 loss to La Porte, Northridge secured a commanding 79-56 victory against the same team.
Final Thoughts
Statistically, Northridge holds a clear advantage over Plymouth in overall record, scoring ability, and defensive strength. However, Plymouth’s balanced performance and key players could challenge Northridge if they capitalize on their strengths, particularly in rebounding and early-quarter efficiency.
A potential matchup between these teams would be an intriguing battle between Plymouth’s resilience and Northridge’s late-game dominance. Will Plymouth’s steady approach be enough to withstand Northridge’s explosive fourth-quarter performances? Only time will tell, but based on statistics, Northridge enters as the favorite.
