The Pope John Paul II (Hendersonville, TN) varsity basketball team will play a neutral tournament game against McAdory (McCalla, AL) today at 7:30 PM.

Here’s what you need Basketball to know:

What: Tennessee High School Basketball
Who: Pope John Paul II vs McAdory
When: Friday, December 27, 2024
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
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McAdory vs. Pope John Paul II: A Statistical Breakdown

The 2024-2025 basketball season has been an exciting one for both McAdory and Pope John Paul II, each representing their respective states in Alabama and Tennessee. Here’s a look at how these teams compare across various metrics, focusing on their performance, statistics, and head-to-head matchups.

Season Overview

McAdory (24-25 Season)

• Record: 11-8
• Home: 2-3
• Away: 7-4
• Neutral: 2-1
• Win Percentage: .579
• Points For (PF): 1,241
• Points Against (PA): 1,130

McAdory has been a competitive team this season with a solid win percentage of .579. They have shown strength on the road, with a 7-4 record away from home. Despite their solid performances, they have had some challenges in home games, where they’ve gone 2-3.

Pope John Paul II (24-25 Season)

• Record: 13-1
• Home: 5-0
• Away: 2-1
• Neutral: 6-0
• Win Percentage: .929
• Points For (PF): 993
• Points Against (PA): 752

In contrast, Pope John Paul II has had a dominant season, boasting a remarkable .929 win percentage. Their ability to perform on both home and neutral grounds, with an undefeated neutral record (6-0), speaks to their consistency. With only one loss on the season, they have been formidable opponents across the board.

Team Scoring Averages

When comparing scoring between the two teams, Pope John Paul II averages a higher final score, with a solid 70.9 points per game (PPG), compared to McAdory’s 65.3 PPG. Breaking it down by quarters:

• McAdory:
  • Q1: 29.0
  • Q2: 18.0
  • Q3: 20.0
  • Q4: 19.0
  • Final: 65.3 PPG
• Pope John Paul II:
  • Q1: 24.0
  • Q2: 17.0
  • Q3: 15.0
  • Q4: 22.0
  • Final: 70.9 PPG

Pope John Paul II’s offensive consistency in the second half has allowed them to close games strongly, especially in the fourth quarter, where they average 22.0 points, significantly outpacing McAdory’s 19.0.

Statistical Comparison

Both teams have different strengths in various statistical categories:

• Points Per Game (PPG):
  • McAdory: 65.3
  • Pope John Paul II: 70.9
• Rebounds Per Game:
  • McAdory: 30.1
  • Pope John Paul II: 30.1
• Assists Per Game:
  • McAdory: 14.0
  • Pope John Paul II: 14.0
• Steals Per Game:
  • McAdory: 8.4
  • Pope John Paul II: 8.4
• Blocks Per Game:
  • McAdory: 2.9
  • Pope John Paul II: 2.9

Both teams excel in similar areas, especially when it comes to rebounding, assists, and steals, with each averaging about 30 rebounds per game and similar figures in assists and steals. However, McAdory edges out Pope John Paul II in blocks, with 2.9 per game versus 2.9 for Pope John Paul II.

Team Leaders

McAdory:

• Points Per Game: Osby Cavin (18.8 PPG)
• Rebounds Per Game: Kamden Days (8.4 RPG)
• Assists Per Game: Osby Cavin (5.2 APG)
• Steals Per Game: Osby Cavin (2.5 SPG)
• Blocks Per Game: Kamden Days (1.9 BPG)

Pope John Paul II:

• Points Per Game: No specific leader noted
• Rebounds Per Game: No specific leader noted
• Assists Per Game: No specific leader noted
• Steals Per Game: No specific leader noted
• Blocks Per Game: No specific leader noted

McAdory’s star player, Osby Cavin, has been instrumental in the team’s offensive efforts, leading in points, assists, and steals. Kamden Days has also been a key contributor in the paint, averaging significant rebounds and blocks.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced common opponents this season, including Brentwood Academy. McAdory faced them on November 30, 2024, and lost 83-57. Pope John Paul II will face Brentwood Academy in the coming weeks, with scheduled matchups on January 14 and February 4, 2025.

Record Breakdown

• McAdory:
  • 7-6 in non-league play
  • 0-1 against common opponents
• Pope John Paul II:
  • 9-1 in non-league play
  • 0-0 against common opponents

McAdory’s non-league record of 7-6 indicates a mix of performances against varied teams, while Pope John Paul II’s strong 9-1 record showcases their success in facing a broader range of competition.

Conclusion

This comparison highlights the differences between McAdory and Pope John Paul II as they prepare for future matchups. While Pope John Paul II has had a near-perfect season, McAdory has shown resilience, especially on the road. Both teams possess talent, with individual leaders making a significant impact, but Pope John Paul II’s overall dominance in several areas gives them an edge this season.

As they continue their campaigns, fans can look forward to an exciting end to the season, especially if these teams meet again in playoff scenarios, where both have the potential to challenge for state titles.