The South Central (Winterville, NC) varsity basketball team will play a neutral non-conference game against Garner (NC) today at 4:30 PM.

Here’s what you need Basketball to know:

What: North Carolina High School Basketball
Who: South Central vs Garner
When: Saturday, January 4, 2025
Time: 4:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Garner vs. South Central: A Midseason Basketball Showdown

As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, the rivalry between Garner and South Central is heating up. Both teams have demonstrated their strengths and areas for growth, with Garner leading the way in terms of overall performance. Let’s break down the key statistics and highlights for both teams as they prepare for the second half of the season.

Team Overview

Garner (24-25) Garner enters the midseason with a strong 8-2 record, maintaining a perfect 3-0 mark in conference play. The team has demonstrated their ability to win on their home court, with an undefeated 4-0 home record. Despite some challenges on the road (1-1) and in neutral-site games (3-1), their overall performance has been impressive, with an 80% win rate and a perfect 100% in conference action. They have outscored their opponents by an average of 77 points, totaling 659 points for and 582 points against.

South Central (24-25) South Central has been more inconsistent this season, holding a 5-5 record. They are 1-1 in conference play and have shown a balanced performance both at home and away. With a .500 win percentage overall, they have struggled a bit in non-league games (2-2) and against common opponents, but they continue to fight hard, with their scoring averaging 54.4 points per game. Their total points scored stands at 544, while allowing 530 points.

Team Scoring and Stat Comparison

Scoring Averages Garner has shown strong offensive firepower throughout the season, averaging 65.9 points per game. Their performance in each quarter (14.0 in Q1, 16.3 in Q2, 12.3 in Q3, and 15.0 in Q4) reflects a balanced and steady attack. Meanwhile, South Central averages just 54.4 points per game, with their strongest quarter coming in Q2 (17.4), though their scoring drops off in the second half, particularly in Q4 where they average only 11.4 points.

Team Stat Comparison

• Garner has excelled in several key areas, including rebounds (29.6), assists (11.6), steals (11.2), and blocks (3.0) per game.
• South Central, on the other hand, is averaging lower figures across the board, including 52.2 points per game, 25.4 rebounds, 8.8 assists, and 6.8 steals.

Key Players

Garner has several standout players leading the charge:

• Kashmere Murphy (11.0 PPG) is the team’s scoring leader, far outpacing South Central’s top scorer.
• Isaiah Godley leads in rebounds with 7.1 per game, and Tobia Moye (4.4 APG, 2.3 SPG) shines in playmaking and defense.
• On the defensive end, Da’Viaus Johnson has been a standout, averaging 1.1 blocks per game.

South Central’s top performers include:

• Kashmere Murphy and Isaiah Godley, as their key players, but South Central’s overall stats have fallen behind Garner’s impressive averages.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced off against Washington this season, with Garner emerging victorious with a 63-57 win on December 26, 2024. South Central, however, was defeated by Washington in a 70-51 loss on December 3, 2024.

Record Breakdown

Garner has had a stellar record across the board, with notable success both in-state (7-1) and out-of-state (1-0). They are also performing exceptionally well in neutral-site games, with a 3-1 record. Meanwhile, South Central has struggled slightly, especially in their non-conference games, with a 5-5 record overall.

• Garner’s Performance by Venue:
  • Home: 4-0
  • Away: 1-1
  • Neutral: 3-1
• South Central’s Performance by Venue:
  • Home: 1-1
  • Away: 2-2
  • Neutral: 2-2

Looking Ahead

As both teams gear up for the second half of the season, Garner’s impressive balance between offense and defense has them positioned as the stronger team. However, South Central’s resolve and their ability to compete in close matchups could provide exciting challenges. Fans can expect high-energy games as the teams look to improve their records, with each meeting holding significance in the race for playoff positioning.

Ultimately, Garner’s commanding lead and strong performances on both sides of the ball make them the favorites in their upcoming encounters, but South Central will need to find consistency and improve their second-half scoring if they hope to contend with the stronger teams in the league.

It’s shaping up to be a thrilling finish to the season!