The Westside High School (Anderson, SC) varsity basketball team will face Daniel High School (Central, SC) in a neutral non-conference game today at 3:00 PM.

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What: South Carolina High School Basketball
Who: Westside vs Daniel
When: Saturday, January 4, 2025
Time: 3:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Daniel vs. Westside: A Statistical Breakdown of the 2024-25 Season

The 2024-25 basketball season has seen Daniel and Westside emerge as two dominant teams in their respective classes. Both teams have demonstrated their prowess on the court, showcasing impressive records and standout players. This article dives into the numbers to compare these two powerhouses and analyze their performance so far this season.

Rankings & Records

Daniel currently holds a 36th rank in SC Class 9 with an overall record of 9-3. Their performance at home has been flawless with an 8-0 record, but they’ve struggled on the road, going 1-2 away and 0-1 in neutral games. With a win percentage of .750, Daniel has scored a total of 818 points while allowing 668 points.

Westside, on the other hand, boasts a higher 15th rank in SC Class 5 and a stronger overall record of 11-2. They’ve been consistent across all venues, going 4-0 at home, 5-1 away, and 2-1 in neutral games. With an impressive win percentage of .846, Westside has scored 824 points and conceded 682 points.

Scoring Averages

When it comes to scoring, Daniel averages 68.2 points per game, compared to Westside’s 63.4 points per game. Breaking it down by quarters, Daniel tends to peak in the third quarter, averaging 17.5 points, while Westside finishes strong with 18.5 points in the fourth quarter. Both teams excel in different aspects of game pacing, with Daniel maintaining a steady scoring rhythm and Westside ramping up their performance late in the game.

Statistical Comparison

Daniel holds the upper hand in several key team stats:

• Points Per Game: Daniel (68.1) vs. Westside (59.2)
• Rebounds Per Game: Daniel (33.9) vs. Westside (28.6)
• Assists Per Game: Daniel (20.7) vs. Westside (12.6)
• Steals Per Game: Daniel (9.8) vs. Westside (8.2)

Westside, however, has a slight edge in blocking, averaging 3.6 blocks per game compared to Daniel’s 2.7 blocks.

Team Leaders

Both teams have standout performers driving their success. For Daniel, Tristyn Carrington (#1) leads the team with 14.3 points per game, while Jackson Conley (#21) dominates the boards with 6.4 rebounds per game and adds 1.3 blocks per game. Simms Disbrow (#0) contributes significantly with 4.4 assists per game.

Westside is powered by Kmajay Jenkins (#4), who leads in multiple categories, including 20.0 points per game, 8.4 rebounds per game, 2.8 steals per game, and 1.8 blocks per game. Keemaj Clinkscales (#11) adds value with 3.4 assists per game.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced several common opponents this season, with Westside maintaining an undefeated 6-0 record against these teams, while Daniel stands at 2-0. Notably:

• Against Franklin County, Daniel won 83-66, and Westside won 79-65.
• Daniel defeated Belton-Honea Path 58-42, while Westside secured two wins against the same team, 70-55 and 57-41.

This showcases Westside’s consistency and dominance in head-to-head comparisons with shared rivals.

Record Breakdown

Daniel and Westside have not faced each other directly this season, but their record breakdowns highlight their respective strengths:

• Home Games: Daniel (8-0) vs. Westside (4-0)
• Away Games: Daniel (1-2) vs. Westside (5-1)
• In-State Games: Daniel (7-2) vs. Westside (10-2)
• Out-of-State Games: Daniel (2-1) vs. Westside (1-0)

Westside’s ability to perform well on the road and dominate in both in-state and non-league games gives them a slight edge in versatility.

Conclusion

Both Daniel and Westside have had stellar seasons, with strong performances and standout players. While Daniel excels in team stats such as scoring and assists, Westside’s consistency, late-game dominance, and individual star power, led by Kmajay Jenkins, make them a formidable opponent.

As the season progresses, fans will be eager to see if these two teams cross paths in playoffs or tournaments. A head-to-head matchup could be a thrilling showdown, as the numbers suggest it would be a close and competitive game. Until then, both teams continue to impress and solidify their standings as top contenders in South Carolina basketball.