The Northside Jacksonville varsity basketball team will host South Central in a home conference game on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 7:00 PM.

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What: North Carolina High School Basketball
Who: Northside Jacksonville vs South Central
When: Friday, December 13, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
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South Central vs. Northside – Jacksonville: A Key Conference Matchup

Game Preview:
The South Central (Winterville, NC) varsity basketball team is set to face Northside – Jacksonville (Jacksonville, NC) in an exciting conference game on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. This matchup promises to be an intense contest, as both teams are looking to make a push in their respective conferences.

Team Records and Performance

• South Central:
  South Central enters this game with an overall record of 2-2. They have split their home and away games with a 1-1 record in both categories. The team has scored 220 points while allowing 201, resulting in a solid +19 point differential. Their offense is averaging 55 points per game, with strong contributions from their star players.
• Northside – Jacksonville:
  Northside has had a challenging start to the season, holding a 1-3 record. They’ve played both home games and away games with a 1-3 record in each category. With a total of 215 points scored and 270 points allowed, they have struggled to stay competitive on defense. Averaging 53.8 points per game, they will look to turn things around in front of their home crowd.

Scoring and Offensive Breakdown

Both teams have shown offensive strengths, though South Central’s offense has been more consistent so far:

• South Central Scoring Averages:
  The team averages 13 points in the first quarter, 17 in the second, 12 in the third, and 16 in the fourth, showcasing a well-rounded attack. Their final score per game stands at 55.0 points.
• Northside – Jacksonville Scoring Averages:
  The team has struggled to find their rhythm, with an overall average of 53.8 points per game. Specific quarter-by-quarter breakdowns are not yet available, but they’ll need to capitalize on opportunities to keep up with South Central’s offensive firepower.

Key Players to Watch

• South Central:
  • Isaiah Godley (#11) has been the standout player for South Central, leading the team with 13.0 points per game.
  • Da’Viaus Johnson (#4) is a key presence on the boards, averaging 6.0 rebounds per game.
  • Tobia Moye (#0) is the primary playmaker, dishing out 4.0 assists per game.
• Northside – Jacksonville:
  • Xavier Ritter (#2) is the top scorer for Northside, averaging 14.7 points per game.
  • Reginald Gray III (#3) leads the team in rebounding with 6.0 rebounds per game.
  • Joaliel Caraballo (#15) is a standout defender, with 6.5 steals per game, adding an aggressive edge to their defense.

Team Comparisons

• Points Per Game:
  South Central leads with 59.7 points per game, while Northside – Jacksonville averages 53.8 points. South Central’s superior offense has been a key factor in their early success this season.
• Rebounds:
  Northside – Jacksonville has the advantage on the boards, averaging 28.8 rebounds per game, compared to South Central’s 21.3.
• Assists and Steals:
  Northside also holds a significant advantage in assists (12.8 per game vs. South Central’s 8.7) and steals (15.8 per game vs. South Central’s 5.7), highlighting their strong defensive effort.
• Blocks:
  Both teams have struggled with shot-blocking, but South Central’s Myles Tufts (#10) leads the team with 0.3 blocks per game, while Northside’s Joaliel Caraballo has 0.8 blocks per game.

Head-to-Head and Historical Context

• South Central vs. Northside – Jacksonville:
  This will be the first meeting of the season between these two teams. South Central will travel to Jacksonville on December 13, while Northside will visit Winterville for a return matchup on January 24, 2025.
• Record Breakdown:
  South Central has been more competitive in non-league games, holding a 2-2 record overall, while Northside is 1-3. Both teams have yet to face off against common opponents, so this game will give a better sense of how they compare to other teams in the league.

Key Dates and Future Matchups

This game marks the beginning of what will be a critical stretch for both teams. South Central has a more favorable schedule thus far, but Northside will look to make adjustments and turn their season around. Both teams will continue to play their conference opponents throughout the season, with some notable future games including matchups against teams like J.H. Rose and New Bern.

Conclusion:
South Central comes into this game with a slight edge in terms of overall performance, but Northside – Jacksonville will look to use their home court advantage to pull off an upset. With both teams eager to prove themselves, expect an exciting, closely contested game on Friday night.