The Bismarck High School varsity basketball team is hosting a home conference game against Century High School today, Friday, January 24, 2025, at 7:45 PM.

Matchup Details:

• Teams: Century vs. Bismarck
• Date: Friday, January 24, 2025
• Time: 7:45 PM
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• Location: Bismarck High School

Century vs. Bismarck: Analyzing the Standout Basketball Teams of the 2024-2025 Season

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season unfolds, two teams have emerged as dominant forces in North Dakota: Century High School and Bismarck High School. With impressive records, stellar performances, and an exciting rivalry, this season promises thrilling matchups between these top-tier teams.

Current Rankings and Standings

• Century Patriots (11-0 overall, 8-0 district)
  Century leads the pack, maintaining an undefeated season. With a perfect 1.000 win percentage and dominant performances both at home (3-0) and away (6-0), they are the team to beat. Their offensive strength is evident, scoring 915 points while allowing only 543, resulting in an average margin of victory of 33.9 points per game.
• Bismarck Demons (10-2 overall, 7-2 district)
  Bismarck has also enjoyed a strong season, boasting a solid .833 win percentage overall and .778 in the district. They’ve excelled at home (5-1) and remain competitive on the road (3-1). With 1,007 points scored against 726 allowed, their offense is slightly ahead of Century, averaging 83.9 points per game.

Team Scoring Averages

• Century:
  The Patriots excel in consistency, averaging 83.2 points per game with balanced scoring across quarters:
  • Q1: 22.0
  • Q2: 19.0
  • Q3: 20.0
  • Q4: 17.0
• Bismarck:
  While specific quarterly averages aren’t reported, Bismarck edges out Century in total scoring average, highlighting their offensive prowess.

Head-to-Head Preview

The rivalry between these two teams takes center stage with three critical conference matchups:

• January 17, 2025: Century @ Bismarck (Results Pending)
• February 14, 2025: Century @ Bismarck
• February 25, 2025: Bismarck @ Century

Both teams will be vying for supremacy in these games, with potential playoff implications on the line.

Common Opponent Performance

Against shared opponents, Century remains flawless (8-0), while Bismarck has shown resilience with a 7-2 record. Key highlights include:

• Century defeated Williston 114-35, showcasing their defensive strength and offensive efficiency.
• Bismarck overcame Dickinson 66-56 in a tighter contest, reflecting their ability to adapt under pressure.

What’s at Stake?

As the top teams in the district, these matchups carry significant weight for playoff seeding and bragging rights. Century’s consistency and dominance will be tested against Bismarck’s dynamic offense and home-court advantage in their first two meetings.

Key Players and Strategies

Both teams have shown they can dominate, but their strategies differ:

• Century: Focuses on steady scoring across quarters and suffocating defense.
• Bismarck: Relies on high-scoring bursts and adaptability against strong opponents.

Upcoming Showdowns

Fans won’t want to miss the action-packed matchups between these two powerhouse teams. With their final regular-season meeting on February 25, it may serve as a prelude to a potential playoff clash.

Stay tuned for updates as these two titans of North Dakota basketball battle it out for district dominance