The Swansboro High School varsity basketball team will play a home non-conference game against Pamlico County (Bayboro, NC) today at 8:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to Basketball know:

What: North Carolina High School Basketball
Who: Swansboro vs Pamlico County
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 8:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Pamlico County vs. Swansboro: A Basketball Showdown with Clear Contrasts

In the world of high school basketball, every game brings with it the promise of excitement and competition. On December 21, 2024, the Pamlico County varsity basketball team from Bayboro, North Carolina, will travel to Swansboro for an away non-conference game that kicks off at 8:00 p.m. The game is a unique matchup between two teams with distinctly different records and playing styles. As the teams prepare to face off, let’s take a look at what to expect from both squads and how they compare across various key metrics.

Team Overview: Pamlico County (0-5) vs. Swansboro (7-0)

Pamlico County has faced a challenging start to their season, with a 0-5 record. Their journey has been tough, with losses against schools like West Carteret, where the team struggled to keep up. The current struggles are reflected in their overall stats, with the team averaging just 43.6 points per game while giving up 349 points in total. Despite the early setbacks, the team will be looking to build momentum and get their first win against an undefeated Swansboro squad.

On the other side, Swansboro has been in dominant form so far, boasting a perfect 7-0 record. The team has excelled both at home and on the road, with a perfect record in both categories (2-0 at home, 5-0 away). Their offensive prowess is unmatched, as they average a remarkable 73.0 points per game, outscoring their opponents by a wide margin. With a robust defense and a well-rounded team, Swansboro comes into this matchup as the clear favorite.

Scoring and Performance Breakdown

When comparing the team scoring averages, Swansboro’s superior offense is evident. Pamlico County has struggled to put points on the board, averaging just 43.6 points per game. Their scoring breakdown shows that they have had trouble in all four quarters, averaging 9.0 points in the first quarter, 12.8 in the second, 8.5 in the third, and 12.5 in the final period. This inconsistency has hindered their ability to compete against stronger opponents.

In contrast, Swansboro has been highly productive on offense, averaging 73.0 points per game. Their scoring is well-distributed across all four quarters, with an impressive 16.5 points in the first quarter, 13.0 in the second, 21.0 in the third, and 20.5 in the final period. This balance in scoring allows Swansboro to maintain pressure on their opponents throughout the game, making them a tough team to overcome.

Key Players to Watch

For Pamlico County, the standout player is #32 Jermaine Cunningham. He has been a force on both ends of the floor, leading the team in points (21.1), rebounds (10.3), assists (4.9), and steals (3.9) per game. Cunningham will be crucial in keeping his team competitive against Swansboro, and he will need to continue his stellar performances to give his team a chance.

Swansboro also has some impressive individual talent, notably #42 Tayvion Tangiora, who leads the team with 3.0 blocks per game. While Swansboro’s offensive threats are more widely distributed, Tangiora’s defensive contributions have helped solidify their strong team defense. The combination of players like Tangiora and the offensive firepower of the entire team makes Swansboro a formidable opponent.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced some common opponents this season, which gives us a useful benchmark for comparison. Pamlico County has played West Carteret twice, suffering defeats both times by scores of 66-39 and 84-37. Swansboro, on the other hand, has faced Havelock, coming out victorious with a solid 75-51 win. This record breakdown further underscores the disparity in performance between the two teams so far this season.

What’s Next?

Pamlico County will be looking to regroup and refocus as they head to Swansboro for their December 21 game. With a solid performance from Jermaine Cunningham and a better team effort, they could look to challenge Swansboro’s unbeaten record. However, with Swansboro’s overwhelming scoring ability and perfect record, they enter the matchup with significant confidence.

Looking ahead, the teams will meet again on January 7, 2025, for another non-conference game, this time at Pamlico County’s home court. It will be interesting to see if the Pamlico County squad can turn the tide and give their home crowd something to cheer about.

In any case, basketball fans in the area are in for an exciting contest between these two teams, each with something to prove. Will Swansboro continue their undefeated run, or will Pamlico County pull off an upset? Only time will tell.