The International varsity basketball team (San Francisco, CA) will face Alhambra (Martinez, 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 5 tournament.
International vs Alhambra Game Info:
What: California High School Basketball
Who: International (CA) vs Alhambra (CA)
When: Friday, February 28, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Where: Kezar Pavilion High School
Bracket: 2025 North Coast Section Boys Basketball Championships – Division 5
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: International vs Alhambra
The 2024-25 high school basketball season has been an exciting journey for both Alhambra and International, two competitive teams with distinct strengths. Below is a detailed comparison of their performances, highlighting rankings, records, scoring averages, and team statistics.
Rankings & Overall Performance
Both teams have performed well this season, though International holds an edge in rankings and win percentage:
- Alhambra: Ranked 362nd in the state, 52nd in section, and 9th in section division with an overall record of 15-14.
- International: Ranked 323rd in the state, 47th in section, and 6th in section division with an overall record of 20-11.
International boasts a stronger .645 winning percentage, compared to Alhambra’s .517. Moreover, in league play, International significantly outperformed Alhambra with a 10-1 record compared to 4-8.
Home & Away Performance
- Alhambra: Strong at home (9-4), struggling away (4-7).
- International: Slightly better at home (11-2) but even on the road (6-6).
Both teams have performed similarly in neutral games, with Alhambra at 2-3 and International at 3-3.
Scoring Averages & Offensive Comparison
In terms of scoring averages, both teams have similar outputs:
- Alhambra: 58.7 points per game
- International: 59.0 points per game
However, their scoring distribution across quarters shows key differences:
- Alhambra starts strong and finishes strong, with their best quarter being the fourth (16.2 PPG).
- International maintains more balanced scoring but lags in the final quarter (12.2 PPG), relying on overtime performances (11.0 PPG in OT).
Team Statistical Comparison
- Alhambra:
- 58.0 PPG, 28.1 RPG, 13.3 APG, 10.1 SPG, 1.6 BPG
- International: No reported averages available.
Key Players & Team Leaders
- Alhambra:
- Samuel Gillaspy (#12): 16.1 PPG
- Torrance Avery (#1): 8.0 RPG, 2.2 SPG
- Jaimison Krause (#2): 3.6 APG
- Vincente Taylor (#3): 0.7 BPG
- International: No individual player statistics available.
Head-to-Head & Common Opponent Analysis
Although the two teams have not played each other directly, their performances against common opponents show some insights:
- Alhambra went 1-1 against common opponents, including a win over Miramonte (74-69) and a loss to Campolindo (68-44).
- International went 0-2, losing to both Miramonte (59-48) and Campolindo (68-46).
This suggests that Alhambra had slightly better performances against shared competition.
Playoff Performance
- Alhambra: 3-0 in playoffs
- International: 4-0 in playoffs
Both teams have demonstrated the ability to elevate their game in crucial matchups, making them formidable postseason contenders.
Conclusion
While both teams have shown promise, International’s superior league record and overall win percentage give them the competitive edge. However, Alhambra’s ability to perform well in crucial games and their slightly better record against common opponents make them a formidable challenger. If these two teams meet in the postseason, it would surely be a thrilling matchup.
