The Orangeburg-Wilkinson varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against Lake Marion today at 7:30 PM. The game will take place at Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School in Orangeburg, SC.

Here’s what you need to know Basketball:

What: South Carolina High School Basketball
Who: Orangeburg-Wilkinson vs Lake Marion
When: Friday, December 13, 2024
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Basketball Showdown: Lake Marion vs. Orangeburg-Wilkinson – A Battle of Early Season Strengths

As the high school basketball season heats up, two teams from South Carolina’s competitive scene are gearing up for a thrilling showdown. Lake Marion High School (Santee, SC) and Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School (Orangeburg, SC) will face off in an exciting non-conference clash that promises plenty of action. The first game is set for tonight, December 13, with the second game scheduled for January 11, 2025. Let’s take a closer look at how both teams stack up before these anticipated matchups.

Team Overview:

• Lake Marion: With a perfect record of 3-0, Lake Marion has been dominating in both home and away games. Their overall performance has been impressive, as they boast a 100% win rate. The team has averaged 55.0 points per game, with a solid defensive effort that has seen them allow only 120 points across their first three games.
• Orangeburg-Wilkinson: Coming in at 4-1 overall, Orangeburg-Wilkinson has also showcased strength early in the season. Their 80% win rate includes victories both at home (2-0) and on the road (1-0), but they’ve faced challenges in neutral-site games (1-1). They’ve been averaging 55.4 points per game, slightly edging out Lake Marion, but they’ve allowed 222 points across five games, indicating a potential area of concern.

Offensive & Defensive Comparisons:

Both teams are averaging a similar number of points per game, with Orangeburg-Wilkinson (55.4 PPG) just ahead of Lake Marion (55.0 PPG). Lake Marion has been strong in all four quarters, averaging 9.0 points in the first quarter, followed by steady increases in the second (13.0), third (12.5), and fourth (14.5). Their ability to finish strong in the final moments of the game will be key against Orangeburg-Wilkinson, who also maintains a balanced scoring effort but has a slight advantage in the third quarter (17.0).

In terms of rebounding, Lake Marion has the clear edge, grabbing 35.0 boards per game compared to Orangeburg-Wilkinson’s 15.8. This rebounding difference could be crucial, as second-chance opportunities could help Lake Marion control the pace of the game.

Key Players to Watch:

• Lake Marion:
  • Carl Capers (#10): A standout scorer, Capers leads the team with 13.7 points per game. His scoring will be essential in keeping Lake Marion’s offense efficient and explosive.
  • Mason Miles (#12): Averaging 7.0 rebounds per game, Miles’ ability to dominate the boards will be crucial in neutralizing Orangeburg-Wilkinson’s offense.
  • Breion Shivers (#1): Leading the team with 7.0 assists and 3.3 steals per game, Shivers is a dual threat who can both facilitate and defend, making him a key player in this matchup.
• Orangeburg-Wilkinson:
  • Jordan McGahee (#2): The team’s leading scorer and rebounder, McGahee averages 10.8 points and 4.6 rebounds per game. His all-around play will be critical to Orangeburg-Wilkinson’s success.
  • Mark Jamison (#4): With 1.4 assists per game, Jamison’s ability to distribute the ball and involve his teammates will be key in breaking down Lake Marion’s defense.
  • Jordan Robins (#11): Robins brings solid defensive effort with 1.6 steals per game, providing the team with the ability to generate transition opportunities.

Head-to-Head:

In this series, both teams have displayed strong starts to their seasons, and while they haven’t faced off yet this year, there’s much anticipation for the head-to-head matchups. The first game will take place on December 13 at Orangeburg-Wilkinson, followed by the rematch on January 11 at Lake Marion. The outcome of these games will be a critical indicator for both teams as they head into their respective conference play.

Common Opponents:

• Both teams will face Edisto this season, with Orangeburg-Wilkinson already securing a dominant 72-28 victory over Edisto on December 9. Lake Marion will face Edisto in January, which could provide another point of comparison for both teams.

Final Thoughts:

This upcoming showdown between Lake Marion and Orangeburg-Wilkinson is shaping up to be an exciting clash of styles. Lake Marion will rely on their superior rebounding and defensive efforts, while Orangeburg-Wilkinson’s offensive firepower and scoring balance will challenge their opponents. With both teams hungry for victory, the games on December 13 and January 11 are not to be missed.