The Richmond varsity basketball team (Rockingham, NC) is set to host Hoke County (Raeford, NC) in a home conference game on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 7:30 PM.
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What: North Carolina High School Basketball
Who: Richmond vs Hoke County
When: Friday, December 13, 2024
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
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Hoke County vs. Richmond: Pre-Game Analysis and Season Insights
The Hoke County Bucks and Richmond Raiders are gearing up for a pivotal conference matchup on Friday, December 13, at Richmond’s home court. Both varsity basketball teams bring unique strengths and challenges into this game, with Hoke County holding a slight edge in performance so far this season. Here’s a detailed breakdown of each team’s journey, key stats, and what to expect.
Season Records and Rankings
- Hoke County Bucks (4-4 Overall, 1-1 Conference)
- State Ranking: 148th
- Class Ranking: 21st
- Home Record: 3-2
- Points Scored/Allowed: 444 PF / 440 PA
- Winning Percentage: .500
- Richmond Raiders (1-6 Overall, 0-2 Conference)
- State Ranking: 318th
- Class Ranking: 35th
- Home Record: 0-1
- Points Scored/Allowed: 382 PF / 483 PA
- Winning Percentage: .143
The Bucks have demonstrated a balanced performance, both at home and away, while the Raiders are still searching for consistency, especially on their home court.
Team Scoring Averages
- Hoke County:
- Q1: 13.5 | Q2: 12.2 | Q3: 14.2 | Q4: 12.3
- Final Average: 55.5 points per game
- Richmond:
- Q1: 11.6 | Q2: 12.3 | Q3: 14.4 | Q4: 16.3
- Final Average: 54.6 points per game
Hoke County tends to start strong and maintains a steady scoring rate, while Richmond has shown resilience, often peaking in the fourth quarter.
Key Players and Team Leaders
- Hoke County Bucks:
- Points Per Game: #25 Savion Kinston – 10.9
- Rebounds Per Game: #25 Savion Kinston – 6.9
- Assists Per Game: #11 Machai Brown – 2.3
- Steals Per Game: #4 Tyler Hines – 1.1
- Blocks Per Game: #12 Joshua Miles – 0.6
- Richmond Raiders:
- Points Per Game: #5 Keyonta Davis – 16.0
While Richmond’s Keyonta Davis leads all scorers, Hoke County boasts a more balanced lineup with contributions in multiple categories.
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced several common opponents, providing a glimpse into their comparative performance:
- Hoke County vs. New Life Christian Academy: W 66-56
- Richmond vs. New Life Christian Academy: W 53-51
- Hoke County vs. Westover: W 53-47
- Richmond vs. Westover: L 78-40
Hoke County has consistently performed better against shared opponents, suggesting a slight advantage in overall preparedness and execution.
Statistical Comparisons
| Category | Hoke County | Richmond |
|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game | 55.4 | 54.6 |
| Rebounds Per Game | 34.3 | – |
| Assists Per Game | 12.6 | – |
| Steals Per Game | 8.1 | – |
| Blocks Per Game | 2.9 | – |
Hoke County’s superior team metrics highlight their ability to share the ball effectively, dominate the boards, and create turnovers.
Outlook and Predictions
With Hoke County displaying greater consistency, a balanced attack, and stronger results against mutual opponents, they enter this game as the favorites. However, Richmond’s late-game scoring ability and standout player Keyonta Davis could make this an unpredictable matchup, particularly with the Raiders playing at home.
The December 13 game will set the tone for their next meeting on January 31, making this a crucial opportunity for both teams to assert dominance in their conference standings. Expect a competitive clash with Hoke County likely edging out Richmond if they maintain their composure and team-oriented play.
