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Notre Dame vs. Dartmouth: Statistical Analysis and Game Strategy
An in-depth comparison of Notre Dame and Dartmouth's basketball performance, highlighting key statistics and strategic considerations for their upcoming matchup.

by Len Clark

Last edited 4 months ago

Team Records and Scoring Overview
Notre Dame
Record: 5-5 (Home: 4-1, Away: 1-1, Neutral: 0-3)
Averages 74.2 PPG on 46.9% FG and 36.0% 3PT shooting
Dartmouth
Record: 4-4 (Home: 2-1, Away: 2-3, Neutral: 0-0)
Averages 77.5 PPG on 42.6% FG and 34.3% 3PT shooting
Defensive Comparison

Notre Dame Defense
Allows 70.5 PPG, opponents shoot 42.3% FG and 31.4% 3PT

Dartmouth Defense
Allows 72.5 PPG, opponents shoot 43.6% FG and 32.0% 3PT

Key Insight
Notre Dame's defense is slightly more effective at limiting shooting efficiency
Rebounding and Turnover Analysis
Stat
Notre Dame
Dartmouth
Rebounds per Game
36.6
37.4
Rebounding Margin
+2.7
-1.6
Turnovers per Game
10.9
11.0
Assist/Turnover Ratio
1.2
1.5
Notre Dame's Keys to Victory

1

Dominate Defensive Glass
Control rebounds to prevent second-chance points

2

Limit 3-Point Efficiency
Disrupt Dartmouth's 10.4 made 3-pointers per game average

3

Maximize Offensive Efficiency
Capitalize on shooting accuracy, prioritize inside scoring

4

Control Tempo
Slow the game to disrupt Dartmouth's fast-paced style
Leveraging Free Throws and Key Players
Free Throw Strategy
Exploit Dartmouth's 66.0% FT shooting with aggressive drives
Notre Dame Key Player
Braeden Shrewsberry (16.2 PPG) to lead offensive charge
Dartmouth Threats
Contain Ryan Cornish (14.3 PPG) and Cade Haskins (41.2% 3PT)
Game Tempo and Style Comparison
1
Notre Dame's Deliberate Pace
Low-turnover offense, methodical ball movement
2
Defensive Pressure Point
Notre Dame's defense to disrupt Dartmouth's rhythm
3
Dartmouth's Fast-Paced Attack
High turnover creation (13.3 opponent TO/game)
Summary and Game Plan
Rebounding Focus
Notre Dame must dominate boards to control the game
Defensive Discipline
Limit Dartmouth's 3-point opportunities and contain key scorers
Offensive Efficiency
Capitalize on shooting accuracy and exploit inside scoring chances
Tempo Control
Slow the pace to frustrate Dartmouth's high-scoring offense
Len's Prediction
Notre Dame wins this one 75-66
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