Basketball Game Preview: Smithfield-Selma Spartans vs. North Johnston Panthers + How To Watch

For the second week in a row, Smithfield-Selma is taking on North Johnston. The Spartans will be playing at home against the Panthers at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Smithfield-Selma is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 56.5 points per game this season.

On Tuesday, Smithfield-Selma didn't have too much breathing room in their matchup against North Johnston, but they still walked away with a 43-37 victory. The Spartans haven't had any issues with the Panthers recently, as the game was their third consecutive win against them.

Jabias Bradshaw

Field Goal Percentage

11/18/25 @ Spring Creek	45%
11/19/25 vs West Johnston	50%
11/21/25 vs South Johnston	83%
11/25/25 @ North Johnston	100%

Smithfield-Selma found their leader in freshman Jabias Bradshaw, who made all 5 shots he took racking up 15 points. Bradshaw also brought in his first shooting accuracy of the season. Another player making a difference was Johnavon Cox, who posted ten points.

Smithfield-Selma's victory bumped their record up to 3-1. As for North Johnston, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-2.

This contest is shaping up to be a blowout: Smithfield-Selma just can't miss this season, having nailed 71.2% of their shots per game. It's a different story for North Johnston, though, as they've only made 34.6% of their field goals this season. Given Smithfield-Selma's sizable advantage in that area, the Panthers will need to find a way to close that gap. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.