The 2024-2025 high school basketball season in Washington, D.C. has been marked by exciting matchups, with two teams—Ron Brown and Roosevelt—emerging as notable competitors in the city’s highly competitive basketball scene. Let’s take a deeper look at their performances, statistics, and key comparisons.

Team Overview

Ron Brown enters the season with an overall record of 6-3, including a 1-2 mark in league play. Despite their relatively average league performance, they have shown resilience with a strong home record of 4-1. Ron Brown’s team has accumulated a total of 481 points, with an average of 53.4 points per game. However, their opponents have scored 473 points against them, highlighting a tightly contested campaign thus far.

On the other hand, Roosevelt boasts a superior 6-2 overall record, with a perfect 3-0 mark in league play, showing dominance within their division. Their offensive strength has been a standout, averaging 73.3 points per game and outscoring their opponents by a significant margin. Roosevelt’s defense has been equally impressive, holding opponents to just 355 points over the course of the season.

Offensive and Defensive Stats

• Scoring: Roosevelt’s offensive attack is potent, with an average of 73.3 points per game compared to Ron Brown’s 53.4. Roosevelt’s quick pace and high-scoring ability have been key to their success, especially in the opening quarters of games, where they average 22.5 points in the first period alone. In contrast, Ron Brown has struggled to score consistently, especially in the first half of games, averaging just 14.5 points in the first quarter.
• Rebounds: Ron Brown leads in rebounding, with an average of 33.4 rebounds per game, while Roosevelt grabs 29.6 boards per contest. Ron Brown’s strong presence on the glass has been crucial in second-chance opportunities, although Roosevelt has been more effective in turning defensive rebounds into fast breaks.
• Assists and Steals: Roosevelt excels in ball movement and playmaking, averaging 18.3 assists per game compared to Ron Brown’s 9.3. Their fast-paced offense has contributed to their high assist numbers. Additionally, Roosevelt’s defense is characterized by strong perimeter play, leading with 17.1 steals per game. Ron Brown’s 13.1 steals per game shows that they are also active defensively, but Roosevelt has a more aggressive edge in this department.
• Blocks: Defensively, Ron Brown has been slightly more effective with 2.9 blocks per game, whereas Roosevelt averages 7.3. Roosevelt’s shot-blocking capabilities have been a significant part of their defense, deterring opponents from scoring in the paint.

Individual Leaders

• Ron Brown: The team’s leader, Lennox Walker, averages 15.4 points per game, and Tariq Brown contributes 10.9 rebounds per game. On the defensive end, Darrin Rado leads with 3.2 steals per game, while Sean Jeanty adds 1.4 blocks per game.
• Roosevelt: Gabriel Hudgens leads the team with 16.3 points per game, and Anton Arrington pulls down 4.4 rebounds per game. On the defensive side, Ke’mari Pointer is the standout with 6.3 assists and 3.0 steals per game, and Sean Hall contributes 2.4 blocks per game.

Common Opponents Comparison

Looking at common opponents reveals that both teams have faced similar challenges, though Roosevelt has had the upper hand. For instance, both teams played against Dunbar, but Ron Brown fell short with a 64-42 loss on December 9, 2024, while Roosevelt will face Dunbar on January 17, 2025. Similarly, both teams have met Ballou, with Ron Brown losing 53-39 on December 13, 2024, while Roosevelt won against Ballou 81-49 on December 4, 2024.

Record Breakdown

• Overall: Ron Brown holds a 6-3 record, while Roosevelt has a slightly better 6-2 record.
• League Play: Ron Brown has struggled in league games with a 1-2 record, while Roosevelt is perfect in league play at 3-0.
• Home vs. Away: Both teams have been strong at home. Ron Brown is 4-1 at home, while Roosevelt has been dominant with a 4-0 home record. In away games, however, Ron Brown is 2-2, while Roosevelt is 1-1.
• Non-League Games: Ron Brown has a 5-1 non-league record, while Roosevelt has a perfect 3-0 in non-league contests.

Looking Ahead

As the season progresses, both Ron Brown and Roosevelt will face off against a variety of opponents, with each team striving to capitalize on their strengths. Roosevelt’s high-scoring offense and defensive prowess have made them a formidable opponent, while Ron Brown’s grit and ability to rebound may help them improve their standings.

The next key matchups for both teams include critical league games where they’ll look to solidify their positions in the division. Fans and analysts alike will be watching how these two teams navigate the rest of the season, as both look to make deep runs in the playoffs.

Overall, while both teams have their strengths and weaknesses, the contrast in offensive firepower and defensive strategies makes for an exciting continuation of the 2024-2025 high school basketball season in Washington, D.C.