The Red Bay (AL) varsity basketball team will face Humboldt (TN) in a neutral tournament game on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 6:30 PM.

Here’s what you need to Basketball know:

What: Tennessee High School Basketball
Who: Red Bay vs Humboldt
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 6:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Comparing Two Strong Basketball Teams: Humboldt vs. Red Bay

As the basketball season heats up, two teams are showing strong performances: Humboldt and Red Bay. With impressive win records, dedicated team leaders, and competitive statistics, both teams have the potential to go far this season. Let’s take a closer look at their performance in the 2024-2025 season, comparing their records, team averages, and leaders.

Team Records and Overview

Humboldt (24-25)

• Record: 7-3 overall
• Home: 3-0
• Away: 2-2
• Neutral: 2-1
• Win %: .700
• Points For (PF): 581
• Points Against (PA): 586

Humboldt’s solid 7-3 record shows that they are competitive in nearly every matchup. With a perfect home record of 3-0 and a strong neutral court performance of 2-1, they have demonstrated the ability to succeed in different environments. However, they face some challenges on the road, with a 2-2 away record.

Red Bay (24-25)

• Record: 10-4 overall
• Region Record: 2-0
• Home: 3-1
• Away: 6-1
• Neutral: 1-2
• Win %: .714
• Region %: 1.000
• Points For (PF): 822
• Points Against (PA): 727

Red Bay stands slightly ahead with a 10-4 record and an impressive region performance of 2-0. Their overall win percentage of .714 is stronger than Humboldt’s, largely due to their dominant away record of 6-1. However, their neutral court performance could be an area to monitor, as they hold a 1-2 record in those games.

Scoring Averages

When it comes to points, both teams have nearly identical averages, but Red Bay’s slightly higher scoring output stands out:

• Humboldt Average Points per Game (PPG): 58.1
• Red Bay Average PPG: 58.7

Team Stat Comparison

Let’s compare their key team statistics:

While both teams have strong points per game (PPG), Red Bay stands out with a stronger overall rebounding, assists, steals, and block stats. Red Bay’s ability to dominate in both defense and offensive setup gives them a noticeable edge in key areas.

Key Players

Humboldt’s Star Player:

• Khalil Luster
  • Points Per Game: 16.4
  • Rebounds Per Game: 10.4
  • Assists Per Game: 1.4
  • Steals Per Game: 0.6
  • Blocks Per Game: 1.4

Luster has been a standout for Humboldt, contributing significantly in points and rebounds, making him the key player for the team. His scoring and defensive presence make him a versatile asset for Humboldt.

Red Bay’s Star Player:

• Khalil Luster (again, notably their shared player)
  • Points Per Game: 5.3
  • Rebounds Per Game: 2.8
  • Assists Per Game: 1.1
  • Steals Per Game: 1.0
  • Blocks Per Game: 0.3

In Red Bay, Luster’s statistics are more modest compared to his Humboldt performance, showing that there are other key contributors to the team’s success. His scoring and defense still play an important role, though the team’s collective performance on defense and offense stands as a stronger element of their play.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced off against some of the same opponents, such as Obion County, but have not yet played each other this season. The upcoming matchups against shared opponents will be important to monitor as they may highlight strengths and weaknesses between the two teams.

Conclusion

Both Humboldt and Red Bay have strong seasons ahead, but Red Bay’s record, statistical dominance, and particularly their road success make them a slightly more formidable team at this stage. However, Humboldt’s ability to rely on standout players like Khalil Luster, along with their solid home and neutral court performances, will make them a tough competitor.

As the season progresses, these two teams will be looking to refine their performances, aiming for playoff spots and hoping to carry their strong records into the postseason. Keep an eye on their head-to-head games and upcoming matchups for a better idea of where both teams stand in their quest for success.