The Branson varsity basketball team (Ross, CA) will face San Domenico (San Anselmo, CA) in a neutral-site playoff game today at 7 PM. This matchup is part of the 2025 North Coast Section Boys Basketball Championships – Division 3 tournament.
Branson vs San Domenico Game Info:
What: California High School Basketball
Who: Branson (CA) vs San Domenico (CA)
When: Friday, February 28, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Where: College of Marin
Bracket: 2025 North Coast Section Boys Basketball Championships – Division 3
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Branson vs San Domenico
As the 2024-25 basketball season nears its conclusion, two top teams, San Domenico and Branson, have made their mark with impressive performances. Both teams have demonstrated their strengths, earning strong records and playoff berths. Let’s break down their seasons and compare their head-to-head statistics.
Overall Performance
San Domenico boasts a 23-7 overall record with a .767 win percentage, compared to Branson’s 20-10 record and .667 win percentage. In league play, San Domenico finished at 9-3, while Branson had a 7-3 league record. Both teams had stellar performances at home, with San Domenico at 12-1 and Branson maintaining a perfect 8-0 record.
Scoring Averages
San Domenico averaged 61.7 points per game, while Branson was close behind with 60.6 points per game. Breaking it down by quarters:
- San Domenico started strong, averaging 16.6 points in Q1, but saw a dip in Q2 (12.3 points) before bouncing back in Q3 (13.7 points) and Q4 (15.4 points).
- Branson, on the other hand, started slower (11.8 points in Q1 and 10.3 points in Q2) but picked up momentum in Q3 (14.2 points) and had a dominant Q4 (19.4 points), often closing games strong.
Common Opponent Analysis
Both teams played several common opponents, with Branson holding a stronger record (7-1) compared to San Domenico (6-4). Notable matchups include:
- San Rafael: San Domenico lost (75-65), while Branson secured a convincing win (63-47).
- Archie Williams: San Domenico fell short (53-45), but Branson emerged victorious (56-49).
- University: San Domenico lost twice (63-52, 68-48) but won once (73-55). Branson, however, defeated University (78-68) in their only matchup.
- San Marin: San Domenico won (57-46), while Branson lost in a close game (73-72).
Playoff Performance and In-State Record
Both teams hold identical 3-0 playoff records, proving their ability to perform under pressure. San Domenico has a 23-7 in-state record, while Branson is 17-9, with additional success in out-of-state games (3-1).
Head-to-Head Matchup Outlook
Although these two teams have not faced each other directly this season, their statistics suggest a close and competitive matchup. San Domenico’s ability to start strong may be tested against Branson’s tendency to dominate in the fourth quarter.
Conclusion
Both San Domenico and Branson have demonstrated remarkable consistency, with strengths in different areas. San Domenico holds a slight edge in overall record and scoring efficiency, while Branson has proven its strength against common opponents and finishes games strongly. If these teams meet in the playoffs, expect an intense battle that could go down to the final minutes.
