Eurobasket Daily News Report: 2/10/2023 4:04:01 AM

EUROBASKET NEWS REPORT - 2/10/2023 4:04:01 AM

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ABA LEAGUE

ABA League round 18 best performance: Keandre Cook (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American Guard Keandre Cook (196-G-1997) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for MZT Skopje, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 18.
The 25-year old player was the main contributor (26 points, five rebounds) to his team's victory, helping them to beat Cedevita Ol. (#3, 12-5) 79-74. MZT Skopje maintains the 14th position in ABA League . Too late to improve their position as they are currently ranked at the very bottom. They already lost 15 games and recorded just three victories. In the team's last game Cook had a remarkable 71.4% from 2-point range. He turned to be MZT Skopje's top player in his first season with the team. Keandre Cook averages just after two games 13.0ppg.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Hunter Hale (192-G-1997) of Borac CA. Hale had a very good evening with 29 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Bad luck as Borac CA was edged by the higher-ranked Cibona (#10, 7-11) 84-83. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Borac CA keeps 13th position. 14 lost games are too many comparing to just four victories Borac CA managed to get this year. Hale is well-known at Borac CA and is a proven leader in his second season with the team. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.8ppg (#4). He also recorded 3.4 assists per game.

Third on the list of top players last round was Luka Bozic (200-SF-1996) of Zadar (#6). Bozic showcased his all-around game by recording 23 points, ten rebounds and nine assists in the last round. Despite Bozic's great performance Zadar lost 85-89 to the lower-ranked Split (#9, 7-11). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing Zadar needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 9 victories and 9 lost games. Bozic has a great season in ABA League. After 17 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 22.6ppg (2nd best), rebounds with 9.9rpg (#1 in league) and assists with 6.3apg (4th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Borna Kapusta (182-PG-1996) of Cibona - 22 points, 3 rebounds and 12 assists
5. Nikola Tanaskovic (204-F-1997) of Igokea - 17 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Trae Bell-Haynes (188-G-1995) of Buducnost - 20 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists
7. Diante Baldwin (180-PG-1994) of Borac CA - 24 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists
8. Danilo Tasic (207-F-1993) of SC Derby - 20 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Vojdan Stojanovski (194-G/F-1987) of MZT Skopje - 18 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Lovro Mazalin (204-SF-1997) of Cibona - 9 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

The Player of the Week awards are presented by Hoops Agents. Hoops Agents is the most complete website about the agencies and players they represent. With more than twenty years of experience, Hoops Agents is already recognized as the most reliable destination for the players who wish to continue their career in professional basketball and are searching for a reputable and connected representation. Hoops Agents is also most complete source of transactions news.

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ALPE ADRIA CUP

Round 2 of Quarter-Finals. Spisski Rytieri, Vienna, Komarno and MKS DG advance into Final Four - by Eurobasket News

Vienna - Kolin 93-81

The game was mostly controlled by BC Vienna. Kolin was better in second period 24-19. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They made 18-of-23 charity shots (78.3 percent) during the game. Forward Enis Murati (194-1988, agency: Octagon Europe) notched 21 points and 5 rebounds to lead the effort and Serbian-Austrian guard Bogic Vujosevic (192-1992) supported him with 20 points and 7 assists. Four BC Vienna players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 16 points and 13 rebounds by Slovakian forward Jakub Petras (209-1994, college: Stony Brook, agency: Octagon Europe) did not help to save the game for Kolin. Point guard Adam Ciz (192-1991) added 12 points and 7 assists for the guests.
Top scorers:
Vienna: E.Murati 21+5reb+2ast, B.Vujosevic 20+1reb+7ast, J.Manigat 18+6reb+3ast, S.Savic 14+9reb+3ast, V.Golubovic 8+4reb, J.Rados 7+6reb+2ast
Kolin: J.Petras 16+13reb, J.Jelinek 14+2reb+1ast, J.Krivanek 12, A.Ciz 12+3reb+7ast, P.Losonsky 9+6reb+1ast, M.Mares 9+5reb+1ast

Spisski Rytieri - Pardubice 97-80

The hosts trailed by 4 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 13-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 97-80. Spisski Rytieri dominated on the defensive end, holding Pardubice to just 7 points in second quarter. They made 22-of-26 free shots (84.6 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American guard Patrick McGlynn (188-1992, college: URI, agency: Mansfield and Associates) who scored 45 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds. Argentinian point guard Lautaro Lopez (189-1999, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 29 points, 5 assists and 5 steals. Forward Jan Sterba (197-1995) produced 16 points and 9 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and swingman Petr Safarcik (193-1994) added 11 points and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Four Pardubice players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Spisski Rytieri: P.McGlynn 45+7reb+3ast, L.Lopez 29+4reb+5ast, M.Fusek 12+12reb+2ast, V.Juricek 4+4reb, T.Mrvis 3+1reb+1ast, A.Antoni 2+1reb+1ast
Pardubice: J.Potocek 17+2reb, J.Sterba 16+9reb+2ast, K.Svrdlik 13+4reb+1ast, P.Safarcik 11+4reb+4ast, R.Rikic 9+4reb+2ast, M.Colak 5+3reb+1ast

Timisoara - MKS DG 64-63

The hosts trailed by 6 points after three quarters before their 22-15 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Timisoara forced 19 MKS DG turnovers. The best player for the winners was Serbian center Igor Kesar (210-1992, agency: Mansfield and Associates) who scored 24 points and 6 rebounds. Serbian-Bosnian point guard Nikola Gajic (195-1991, college: SF Austin) chipped in 6 points and 7 rebounds. Slovenian forward Martin Krampelj (206-1995, college: Creighton) produced a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and American Gerry Blakes (183-1993, college: Arizona St., agency: BIG) added 16 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. MKS DG's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
Timisoara: I.Kesar 24+6reb, E.McClellan 9+1reb+5ast, A.Mekic 8+3reb, N.Gajic 6+7reb+2ast, I.Djokovic 5+3reb+4ast, L.Lazar 5+1reb
MKS DG: M.Krampelj 20+10reb+2ast, G.Blakes 16+6reb+2ast, O.Drame 14+5reb+1ast, T.Bluiett 4+5reb+3ast, J.Chealey 4+5reb+3ast, J.Mokros 4+1reb+1ast

Komarno - Sibenka 89-78

The hosts trailed by 4 points at the halftime before their 49-34 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. American point guard Demarkus Stuckey Jr (183-1995, college: Goshen) scored 28 points and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import guard Shane Gatling (188-1998, college: Colorado) chipped in 19 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Four Komarno players scored in double figures. Forward Patrik Jambrovic (203-1996, agency: PEPI SPORT) responded with 23 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and American guard Jacob Kakar (193-1998, college: Barry) scored 24 points.
Top scorers:
Komarno: D.Stuckey Jr. 28+5reb+2ast, S.Gatling 19+6reb+2ast, M.Markovic 13+5reb, L.Gasic 10+7reb+1ast, V.Djordjevic 9+5reb+4ast, M.Danielic 6+1ast
Sibenka: J.Kakar 24+1reb, P.Jambrovic 23+9reb+5ast, S.Brocic 9+2reb+4ast, M.Howard 9+10reb, K.Antonio 9+2reb, A.Frane 4+4reb

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ARGENTINA

Stats Leaders - LigaA

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Joaquin MENSIA

Gimnasia
(198-F-1997)
Avg: 17.5

17.5

17.2

16.8

16.6

16.5

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Manuel ALONSO

CAO Ceres
(195-PG-1999)
Avg: 20.0

20.0

19.6

19.1

19.0

18.7

Argentinian La Liga round 27 best performance: Charles Hinkle (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American Guard Charles Hinkle (198-G-1988) put on an amazing game in the last round for Regatas, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 27.
The 34-year old player was the main contributor (30 points, nine rebounds) to his team's victory, helping them to edge out Ferro (#14, 11-15) 81-80. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Regatas is placed at 10th position in Argentinian La Liga. Regatas is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 12-11 record. In the team's last game Hinkle had a remarkable 57.1% from 2-point range and got six three-pointers out of 8 attempts. He turned to be Regatas' top player in his first season with the team. Charles Hinkle averages this season 14.6ppg.

The second best player in last round's games was young Jose Defelippo (186-SG-1997) of Penarol. Defelippo had a very good evening with a double-double of 20 points and 12 rebounds. Bad luck as Penarol lost that game 87-92 to the lower-ranked Riachuelo LR (#15, 7-13). Penarol managed to keep the same 7th spot in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 14-8 record is not bad and everything may still change. Defelippo is a newcomer at Penarol, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was American forward De'Marco Owens (203-F/C-1996) of Platense (#8). Owens scored 19 points and grabbed ten rebounds. He was a key player of Platense, leading his team to a 66-63 win against slightly lower-ranked San Martin (#9, 12-8). Platense needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 14 victories and 8 lost games. Owens has a great season in Argentina. After 21 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.0ppg (6th best). Owens attended one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Sebastian Lugo (195-SG) of San Lorenzo - 27 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Salvador Giletto (195-SF-1993) of Independ.O. - 27 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Fernando Podesta (205-C-1992) of San Lorenzo - 24 points and 5 rebounds
7. Ignacio Alessio (203-C-1987) of Union SF - 24 points and 3 rebounds
8. Elyjah Clark (190-G-1998) of Olimpico - 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Patricio Tabarez (195-F-1991) of Olimpico - 22 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Agustin Barreiro (205-SF-1999) of Gimnasia - 20 points and 9 rebounds

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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ASEAN LEAGUE

Round 10: Heat lose to NS Matrix - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The biggest surprise took place in where host Malaysian NS Matrix (9-2) beat league's leader Vietnamese Heat (8-3) 96-86 on Wednesday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Heat. It was a key game for the top position in the league. The game was dominated by American players. Center Tevin Glass (203-1994, college: ETSU) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Guard Isaiah Williams (188-1995, college: Georgia St., agency: BIG) chipped in 24 points and 5 assists. NS Matrix's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Hassan Thomas (203-1996, college: Emporia St.) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 16 rebounds for lost side. NS Matrix have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Defending Malaysian champion keeps a position of league leader. Defending Vietnamese champion Heat dropped to the second place with three games lost. They share the position with HK Eastern. They were replaced at the leadership position by NS Matrix. Heat will play next round against Macau trying to make it back to the top of the standings. NS Matrix will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Macau on the road.
The game in Surabaya supposed to be also worth to mention about. Sixth ranked Macau Macau (5-6) played at the court of 7th ranked Indonesian Louvre S. (1-10). Macau smashed Louvre S. 93-59. Worth to mention a great performance of American Isaiah Wade (201-1998, college: UCO) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds. DeQuan Abrom contributed with 16 points and 5 assists for the winners. American-Indonesian Jamarr Johnson (198-1988, college: Widener) replied with 16 points and 8 rebounds for Louvre S.The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Macau moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Zamboanga. Louvre S. lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with ten games lost. They share it with Tigers. Macau will play against league's leader NS Matrix in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Louvre S. will play against Valientes (#6) in Zamboanga City and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Zamboanga City supposed to be also quite interesting. Third ranked Hong Kong HK Eastern (8-3) played at the court of 5th ranked Filipino Valientes (5-6). HK Eastern smashed Valientes 83-55 on Tuesday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Valientes. Chris McLaughlin had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 19 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners. At the losing side Mario Chalmers responded with 19 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. HK Eastern moved-up to second place, which they share with Saigon Heat. Valientes at the other side keep the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Macau. HK Eastern will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Valientes will play against Louvre S. (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last game of round 10 Louvre S. was crushed by Singapore S. in a road game 147-89.

Louvre S. - Macau 59-93

The game in Surabaya supposed to be also worth to mention about. Sixth ranked Macau Macau (5-6) played at the court of 7th ranked Indonesian Louvre S. (1-10). Macau smashed Louvre S. 93-59. Worth to mention a great performance of American Isaiah Wade (201-1998, college: UCO) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds. The other American import DeQuan Abrom (188-1996, college: Belm.Abbey) contributed with 16 points and 5 assists for the winners. Four Macau players scored in double figures. American-Indonesian Jamarr Johnson (198-1988, college: Widener) replied with 16 points and 8 rebounds and French center Alioune Tew (204-1992, college: Niagara) added 6 points and 16 rebounds in the effort for Louvre S.The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Macau moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Zamboanga. Louvre S. lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with ten games lost. They share it with Tigers. Macau will play against league's leader NS Matrix in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Louvre S. will play against Valientes (#6) in Zamboanga City and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Macau: D.Abrom 16+3reb+5ast, I.Wade 15+10reb+2ast, I.Kei Long 14+2reb+2ast, J.Leung 11+6reb+2ast, C.Pong 8+2reb+1ast, Y.Baijia 7+2reb+1ast
Louvre S.: J.Johnson 16+8reb+2ast, M.Hammonds 13+6reb+1ast, Y.Tuasela 10+2reb, E.Enguio 6+5reb+2ast, A.Tew 6+16reb+2ast, L.Gunawan 2

Zamboanga - HK Eastern 55-83

The game in Zamboanga City supposed to be also quite interesting. Third ranked Hong Kong HK Eastern (8-3) played at the court of 5th ranked Filipino Valientes (5-6). HK Eastern smashed Valientes 83-55 on Tuesday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Valientes. HK Eastern dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Valientes' 16. They outrebounded Valientes 48-33 including a 36-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. Canadian center Chris McLaughlin (208, college: Victoria) had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 19 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and American guard ODarien Bassett (187-1986, college: Troy) chipped in 18 points and 6 assists during the contest. Four HK Eastern players scored in double figures. At the losing side American point guard Mario Chalmers (188-1986, college: Kansas) responded with 19 points and point guard Rudy Lingganay (178-1986) scored 14 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. HK Eastern moved-up to second place, which they share with Saigon Heat. Valientes at the other side keep the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Macau. HK Eastern will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Valientes will play against Louvre S. (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
HK Eastern: O.Bassett 18+4reb+6ast, C.McLaughlin 17+19reb+3ast, D.Gilbert 13+7reb+2ast, T.Trocha-Morelos 13+7reb+1ast, D.Villa Joshua 4, L.Ka-Hin 4+3reb
Zamboanga: M.Chalmers 19+3reb+2ast, R.Lingganay 14+3reb+1ast, J.Arthur 6+4reb, K.James 5+2reb+2ast, S.Mohamed 4+14reb, J.Belorio 3+1reb

Singapore S. - Louvre S. 147-89

There was no surprise when 7th ranked Indonesian Louvre S. (1-10) was crushed on the road by fourth ranked Singapore Singapore S. (7-4) 147-89 on Wednesday. Singapore S. dominated down low during the game scoring 94 of its points in the paint compared to Louvre S.'s 50. They outrebounded Louvre S. 50-34 including a 41-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Singapore S. shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 55.2 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 46 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Louvre S.'s players. American swingman Kentrell Barkley (195-1996, college: ECU, agency: Haylett Sports) had a triple-double by scoring 35 points (!!!), 16 rebounds and 13 assists (on 16-of-20 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import forward Xavier Alexander (196-1988, college: S.Nazarene) chipped in 15 points, 10 rebounds and 13 assists during the contest. Five Singapore S. players scored in double figures. At the losing side French center Alioune Tew (204-1992, college: Niagara) responded with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds and American-Indonesian Jamarr Johnson (198-1988, college: Widener) scored 24 points and 9 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Singapore S. maintains fourth position with 7-4 record. Louvre S. lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with ten games lost. They share the position with Tigers. Singapore S. will meet bottom-ranked Tigers (#8) in the next round. Louvre S. will play against Valientes in Zamboanga City and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Singapore S.: K.Barkley 35+16reb+13ast, C.Gettys 22+10reb+4ast, D.Loon Tay 18+3reb+2ast, M.Jun-Hao 17+3ast, X.Alexander 15+10reb+13ast, K.Lim 12+3reb+2ast
Louvre S.: A.Tew 25+11reb+2ast, E.Enguio 24+4reb+2ast, J.Johnson 24+9reb+3ast, M.Hammonds 7+3reb+1ast, D.Silva Francisco 5, Y.Tuasela 2+2reb

NS Matrix - Saigon Heat 96-86

The biggest surprise took place in where host Malaysian NS Matrix (9-2) beat league's leader Vietnamese Heat (8-3) 96-86 on Wednesday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Heat. It was a key game for the top position in the league. The game was dominated by American players. Center Tevin Glass (203-1994, college: ETSU) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Guard Isaiah Williams (188-1995, college: Georgia St., agency: BIG) chipped in 24 points and 5 assists. Williams is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. NS Matrix's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Hassan Thomas (203-1996, college: Emporia St.) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 16 rebounds and JR Holder (198-1994, college: Jacksonville) added 30 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. NS Matrix have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Defending Malaysian champion keeps a position of league leader. Defending Vietnamese champion Heat dropped to the second place with three games lost. They share the position with HK Eastern. They were replaced at the leadership position by NS Matrix. Heat will play next round against Macau trying to make it back to the top of the standings. NS Matrix will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Macau on the road.
Top scorers:
NS Matrix: I.Williams 24+2reb+5ast, T.Glass 22+13reb+5ast, Y.Wong 19+4reb+2ast, A.Williams 15+10reb+2ast, T.Kuek 7+1reb, C.Ting 4+9reb+3ast
Saigon Heat: J.Holder 30+6reb+2ast, H.Thomas 21+16reb+2ast, J.Combs 16+13reb+2ast, E.Gilyard II 11+4reb+4ast, K.Dang Tran 5+5reb+2ast, V.Kim Ban 3+1reb+2ast

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AUSTRALIA

Stats Leaders - NBL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Bryce COTTON

Perth
(182-G-1992)
Avg: 23.6

23.6

23.4

19.5

18.9

18.1

H.Eilat adds Cleveland to their roster, ex Adelaide - by Eurobasket News

Hapoel-Yossi-Avrahami-Eilat (Winner League) added to their roster 29-year old American guard Antonius Cleveland (196cm-85kg-1994, college: SEMO). Cleveland started the season at Adelaide in Australian NBL league. In 28 games he recorded very impressive stats: 15.8ppg, 5.3rpg, 2.8apg and 1.9spg.
He is quite experienced player. Cleveland has played also professionally in USA, NBA (Atlanta Hawks, Dallas Mavericks and OKC Thunder), NBA G League (Santa Cruz Warriors, OKC Blue and Texas Legends) and NBA Summer League (Dallas Mavericks). His team was regular season runner-up in OVC West Division in 2014 and 2017.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted Australiabasket.com All-Australian NBL Defensive Player of the Year in 2022.
He graduated from Southeast Missouri State University in 2017 and it is his sixth season as a professional player.

(via @IAmDPick)

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AUSTRIA

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Mike HOLTON JR.

St.P.
(186-G-1990)
Avg: 23.8

23.8

23.7

22.6

20.4

19.9

Raptors Acquire Jakob Poeltl For Khem Birch, Draft Picks - by Eurobasket News

The Toronto Raptors acquired Jakob Poeltl (7'0''-F-1995, college: Utah) from the San Antonio Spurs in exchange for Khem Birch (6'10''-C-1992, college: UNLV), a protected 2024 first-round pick, and two future second-round picks. The Raptors are aiming to re-sign Poeltl this summer, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.
Courtesy of: realgm.com

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BAHAMAS

NPBA Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Dylan MUSGROVE

Giants
(190-G/F-)
Avg: 22.1

22.1

19.0

17.2

16.6

16.1

NPBA Round 13: Derby game ends with Rockets' defeat of TMT Giants - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Nassau: Rockets (#1) and TMT Giants (#3). Rockets (9-0) won against visiting TMT Giants (3-5) 87-73. Rockets forced 21 TMT Giants turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Livingston Munnings (201-1992) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!), 17 rebounds and 4 blocks. Roosevelt Whylly contributed with 15 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Daniel Hall answered with 25 points and 6 rebounds for TMT Giants. Undefeated Rockets have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. They maintain first place with 9-0 record. TMT Giants at the other side keep the third position with five games lost. Rockets will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. TMT Giants' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Nassau Bahamas Univ..
Another exciting game was again a derby between two teams from Nassau: Rockets (#1) and Tucker Boys (#5). Tucker Boys were crushed at home by 22 points 82-104 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Devon Ferguson stepped up and scored 32 points and 5 rebounds for the winners and Roosevelt Whylly chipped in 14 points and 9 rebounds. Rockets' coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Randon Swaby responded with 19 points and 9 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). The victory was the ninth consecutive win for Rockets. They maintain first place with 9-0 record. Tucker Boys lost their third game in a row. They keep the fifth position with eight games lost. Rockets will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tucker Boys' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Nassau Regulators.
Another exciting game was again a derby match of two local teams from Nassau: Giants (#1) and Zulu MM (#5). Giants (7-1) crushed visiting Zulu MM (0-8) by 63 points 123-60. Adam Johnson nailed a double-double by scoring 15 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. Judino Wilson came up with 18 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for Zulu MM in the defeat. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Giants. They maintain first place with 7-1 record. Zulu MM lost their eighth game in a row. They still close the standings with eight games lost. Giants will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Zulu MM's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Nassau Rebels.

Rockets - TMT Giants 87-73

The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Nassau: Rockets (#1) and TMT Giants (#3). Rockets (9-0) won against visiting TMT Giants (3-5) 87-73. Rockets forced 21 TMT Giants turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Livingston Munnings (201-1992) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!), 17 rebounds and 4 blocks. Roosevelt Whylly contributed with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Daniel Hall answered with 25 points and 6 rebounds and guard DAngelo Mackey (186) added 8 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for TMT Giants. Rockets have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. They maintain first place with 9-0 record. TMT Giants at the other side keep the third position with five games lost. Rockets will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. TMT Giants' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Nassau Bahamas Univ..
Top scorers:
Rockets: L.Munnings 34+17reb+2ast, R.Whylly 15+13reb+3ast, D.McPhee 10+6reb+5ast, A.Joseph 9+10reb+8ast, C.Cameron 6+3reb+3ast, R.Turnquest 6+2ast
TMT Giants: D.Hall 25+6reb+1ast, B.Jennings 14+8reb, R.Miller 12+9reb, U.Johnson 9+2reb+2ast, D.Mackey 8+11reb+5ast, S.Raheen 3+4reb

Tucker Boys - Rockets 82-104

Another exciting game was again a derby between two teams from Nassau: Rockets (#1) and Tucker Boys (#5). Tucker Boys were crushed at home by 22 points 82-104 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Rockets forced 28 Tucker Boys turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Tucker Boys' players. Devon Ferguson stepped up and scored 32 points and 5 rebounds for the winners and Roosevelt Whylly chipped in 14 points and 9 rebounds. Rockets' coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Randon Swaby responded with 19 points and 9 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) and Leon Bain scored 19 points and 4 steals. Five Tucker Boys players scored in double figures. The victory was the ninth consecutive win for Rockets. They maintain first place with 9-0 record. Tucker Boys lost their third game in a row. They keep the fifth position with eight games lost. Rockets will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tucker Boys' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Nassau Regulators.
Top scorers:
Rockets: D.Ferguson 32+5reb+1ast, R.Turnquest 15+1ast, R.Whylly 14+9reb+1ast, C.Stuart 10+6reb+2ast, D.Beadle 9+6reb+1ast, M.Bertrum 8+8reb+1ast
Tucker Boys: S.Randon 19+9reb+2ast, L.Bain 19+2reb+2ast, R.Leon 13+7reb+2ast, S.Jaden 10+8reb+1ast, B.Arlington 10+8reb+2ast, M.Kieran 4+7reb+2ast

Giants - Zulu MM 123-60

Another exciting game was again a derby match of two local teams from Nassau: Giants (#1) and Zulu MM (#5). Giants (7-1) crushed visiting Zulu MM (0-8) by 63 points 123-60. Giants dominated down low during the game scoring 82 of its points in the paint compared to Zulu MM's 24. Giants forced 23 Zulu MM turnovers and outrebounded them 57-27 including a 38-11 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 35 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Zulu MM's players. Adam Johnson nailed a double-double by scoring 15 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and swingman Dylan Musgrove (190, college: Southeastern) accounted for 24 points, 5 assists and 4 steals. Four Giants players scored in double figures. Judino Wilson came up with 18 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and John Bryant added 16 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Zulu MM in the defeat. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Giants. They maintain first place with 7-1 record. Zulu MM lost their eighth game in a row. They still close the standings with eight games lost. Giants will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Zulu MM's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Nassau Rebels.
Top scorers:
Giants: C.McKenzie 24+1reb+2ast, D.Musgrove 24+2reb+5ast, M.Bain 16+3reb+10ast, J.Adam 15+16reb+4ast, R.Baillou 11+7reb+2ast, E.Bain 11+6reb
Zulu MM: J.Wilson 18+5reb+5ast, B.John 16+9reb+2ast, M.Selwyn 12+5reb, D.Mackey 8+4reb+1ast, S.Burrows 6+3reb+1ast, B.Latrell 0

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BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

Basketball Champions League round 3 (Top 16) best performance: Zachary Hankins - by Eurobasket News

American Center Zachary Hankins (211-C-1996) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for H.Jerusalem, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 3 (Top 16).
The 26-year old player had a double-double of 28 points and 12 rebounds, while his team edged out Strasbourg (2-1) 81-80. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. H.Jerusalem maintains the 3rd position in Basketball Champions League . They would have been even better if they hadn't lost that single game earlier this stage. H.Jerusalem will need more victories to improve their 2-1 record. Hankins turned to be H.Jerusalem's top player in his first season with the team. Former Xavier University star has very solid stats this year. Hankins is in league's top in rebounds (4th best: 8.4rpg) and averages impressive 1.4bpg and 75.6% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young Panamanian Akil Mitchell (206-C-1992) of league's second-best AEK. Mitchell had a very good evening with 21 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Of course AEK cruised to a 82-72 relatively comfortable win over Limoges (0-3). The Top 16 is still at the very beginning and this victory may help a lot. Let's wait for the next round. Mitchell is a newcomer at AEK, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was center Martynas Echodas (206-C-1997) of Rytas (#3). Echodas scored 15 points and grabbed eight rebounds. Despite Echodas' great performance Rytas lost 79-86 to #1 ranked Bonn. But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The chances of Rytas not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 2 games, recording just one victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Echodas could try to bring Rytas' a little bit higher in the standings. Echodas has a very solid season. In 12 games in Basketball Champions League he scored 11.7ppg. He also has 7.0rpg and FGP: 62.9%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Giorgi Shermadini (217-C-1989) of Tenerife - 22 points and 7 rebounds
5. Tyson Ward (198-SF-1997) of Bonn - 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Jayvon Graves (190-G-1998) of Limoges - 20 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists
7. Marcus Keene (178-PG-1995) of Strasbourg - 20 points, 4 rebounds and 12 assists
8. Jonathan Rousselle (192-PG-1990) of Dijon - 18 points and 6 assists
9. David Brembly (197-G/F-1993) of Dijon - 22 points and 5 rebounds
10. Joe Ragland (182-PG-1989) of H.Holon - 15 points, 2 rebounds and 8 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS LEAGUE AMERICAS

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Ismael ROMERO

Libertadores
(205-C-1991)
Avg: 21.0

21.0

20.7

20.5

20.5

20.3

Basketball Champions League Americas round 8 best performance: Brandon Robinson (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American Shooting guard Brandon Robinson (196-SG-1989) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for top-ranked Quimsa, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 8.
The 33-year old player was the main contributor (29 points, three rebounds and three assists) to his team's victory, helping them to beat Minas (#2, 3-3) 83-72. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Quimsa to consolidate first place in the Basketball Champions League Americas. Quimsa have a solid 5-1 record. In the team's last game Robinson had a remarkable 71.4% from 2-point range and got four three-pointers out of 9 attempts. He turned to be Quimsa's top player in his first season with the team. Former Clayton College & State University star has very solid stats this year. Robinson is league's best scorer averaging so far 20.5ppg and leads league in rebounds with 4.5rpg. Robinson is in league's top in and averages impressive 69.8% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young Argentinian Martin Cuello (193-SG-1993) of league's leader Flamengo. Cuello had a very good evening with a double-double of 22 points and 11 rebounds. Of course Flamengo cruised to a 79-71 relatively comfortable win over slightly lower-ranked Instituto (#3, 1-4). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Flamengo consolidated its place in the very top position of the standings. His team lost just one game this season, while they won 5 matches. Cuello is a newcomer at Flamengo, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was center Lucas Silva (208-C-1995) of league's top team Sesi Franca. Silva scored 22 points and grabbed five rebounds. He was a key player of Sesi Franca, leading his team to a 103-63 easy win against #2 ranked Concepcion. Sesi Franca started extremely well this year. They recorded 6 victories without losing a single game. Silva turns to be one of the very best players in the league while he is also a leader of the top team having his eyes on the championship title. Silva has a great season in Basketball Champions League Americas. After only 6 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 7.0rpg (8th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Wesley Ferreira (200-PF-1995) of Minas - 24 points and 7 rebounds
5. Carlos Milano (198-PF) of Concepcion - 19 points and 13 rebounds
6. Georginho de Paula (197-PG-1996) of Sesi Franca - 14 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists
7. Lucas Mariano (208-C/F-1993) of Sesi Franca - 15 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Nicolas Romano (200-G) of Instituto - 17 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
9. David Jackson (190-G-1982) of Sesi Franca - 15 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Michael Smith (193-G-1995) of Sesi Franca - 14 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

Round 9: Real Esteli lose to Libertadores - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Nicaraguan Real Esteli (4-2) at the home court on Wednesday night. Hosts were defeated by Mexican Libertadores (5-1) 101-90. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Real Esteli. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Libertadores looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was Cuban-Puerto Rican center Ismael Romero (205-1991, agency: BeoBasket) who scored 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Spanish-Colombian power forward Juan Palacios-Tello (206-1985) chipped in 16 points and 7 rebounds. Libertadores' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Davon Jefferson (203-1986, college: USC) who recorded a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds. Libertadores have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 5-1 record, which they share with Flamengo and Quimsa. Defending Nicaraguan champion Real Esteli dropped to the second position with two games lost.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Hamilton. First ranked Nicaraguan Real Esteli faced 3rd placed Canadian Hamilton. Guests from Esteli (4-2) defeated host Hamilton (0-6) 99-93. It was a good game for American Thomas Robinson (208-1991, college: Kansas) who led his team to a victory with 19 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Jezreel De Jesus contributed with 25 points and 5 assists for the winners. Guard Jahvon Henry-Blair (193-1998, college: Georgetown) answered with 24 points for Hamilton. Real Esteli have a solid series of four victories in a row. Despite that victory Real Esteli went down to second position due to points difference. Defending Canadian champion Hamilton still closes the standings with six games lost.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Montevideo. First ranked Brazilian Flamengo faced second-best Uruguayan Penarol. Guests from Rio de Janeiro (5-1) defeated host Penarol (2-3) 92-74. Rafael Mineiro stepped up and scored 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. The best for the losing side was Charles Thomas with 26 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Flamengo have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 5-1 record, which they share with Quimsa and Libertadores. Penarol at the other side keeps the second position with three games lost.

In the last two games of round 9 Libertadores crushed Hamilton in Queretaro 107-86. Instituto beat Penarol at home 78-71.
The best stats of 9th round was 15 points by Mateo Chiarini of Instituto.

Hamilton - Real Esteli 93-99

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Hamilton. First ranked Nicaraguan Real Esteli faced 3rd placed Canadian Hamilton. Guests from Esteli (4-2) defeated host Hamilton (0-6) 99-93. Real Esteli dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Hamilton's 36 and made 25-of-33 charity shots (75.8 percent) during the game. Real Esteli players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. It was a good game for American Thomas Robinson (208-1991, college: Kansas) who led his team to a victory with 19 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Puerto Rican guard Jezreel De Jesus (185-1991, agency: Interperformances) contributed with 25 points and 5 assists for the winners. Guard Jahvon Henry-Blair (193-1998, college: Georgetown) answered with 24 points and power forward Elijah Lufile (201-1997, college: ORU) added 15 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Hamilton. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Real Esteli have a solid series of four victories in a row. Despite that victory Real Esteli went down to second position due to points difference. Defending Canadian champion Hamilton still closes the standings with six games lost.
Top scorers:
Real Esteli: J.De Jesus 25+3reb+5ast, D.Jefferson 20+8reb+3ast, T.Robinson 19+9reb+6ast, E.Andujar 13+4reb+5ast, T.Holloway 11+3reb+4ast, T.Bishop 9+4reb+1ast
Hamilton: J.Henry-Blair 24+1reb+3ast, E.Lufile 15+10reb, M.Burnatowski 12+4reb+3ast, S.Miller-Moore 11+6reb+4ast, K.Osse 11+5reb+3ast, S.Osayande 6+5reb+2ast

Penarol - Flamengo 74-92

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Montevideo. First ranked Brazilian Flamengo faced second-best Uruguayan Penarol. Guests from Rio de Janeiro (5-1) defeated host Penarol (2-3) 92-74. Flamengo looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Forward Rafael Mineiro (208-1988) stepped up and scored 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and Argentinian point guard Jose Vildoza (191-1996, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 19 points. The best for the losing side was American power forward Charles Thomas (202-1986, college: Arkansas) with 26 points and 5 rebounds and Alex Lopez (186-1993) scored 12 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Flamengo have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 5-1 record, which they share with Quimsa and Libertadores. Penarol at the other side keeps the second position with three games lost.
Top scorers:
Flamengo: J.Vildoza 19+4reb+2ast, R.Hettsheimeir 14+3reb, R.Mineiro 14+7reb+4ast, G.Pereira 10+1reb+4ast, G.Galvanini 9+6reb, O.Rodriguez 9+6reb+5ast
Penarol: C.Thomas 26+5reb+1ast, A.Lopez 12+8reb+1ast, L.Roberts 11+5reb+1ast, N.Borsellino 7+6reb+3ast, G.Mateo 6+1reb, J.Zanotta 4+4reb+5ast

Hamilton - Libertadores 86-107

There was no surprise when 3rd placed Canadian Hamilton (0-6) was crushed at home by first ranked Mexican Libertadores (5-1) 107-86 on Thursday. Libertadores shot 60.7 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 53.8 percentage. Libertadores looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 17 passes made by Hamilton's players. Cuban-Puerto Rican center Ismael Romero (205-1991, agency: BeoBasket) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) for the winners and American guard Branden Frazier (191-1992, college: Fordham, agency: BeoBasket) chipped in 14 points and 7 assists. Libertadores' coach felt very confident that he used 11 players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was power forward Elijah Lufile (201-1997, college: ORU) with 19 points and 8 rebounds and guard Sean Miller-Moore (193-1998, college: GCU) scored 15 points and 5 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the third consecutive win for Libertadores. They maintain first place with 5-1 record, which they share with Flamengo and Quimsa. Hamilton lost their fourth game in a row. Defending Canadian champion still closes the standings with six games lost.
Top scorers:
Libertadores: I.Romero 26+11reb+2ast, E.Holman 15+4reb, B.Frazier 14+3reb+7ast, T.Burrell 13+2reb+1ast, J.Avila 9+3reb+6ast, V.Liz 9+1reb+1ast
Hamilton: E.Lufile 19+8reb+1ast, J.Henry-Blair 15+3reb+4ast, S.Miller-Moore 15+3reb+5ast, C.Posthumus 10+4reb, K.Osse 9+2reb+1ast, S.Osayande 7+1reb

Real Esteli - Libertadores 90-101

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Nicaraguan Real Esteli (4-2) at the home court on Wednesday night. Hosts were defeated by Mexican Libertadores (5-1) 101-90. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Real Esteli. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Libertadores looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was Cuban-Puerto Rican center Ismael Romero (205-1991, agency: BeoBasket) who scored 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Spanish-Colombian power forward Juan Palacios-Tello (206-1985) chipped in 16 points and 7 rebounds. Libertadores' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Davon Jefferson (203-1986, college: USC) who recorded a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds and Puerto Rican guard Jezreel De Jesus (185-1991, agency: Interperformances) added 23 points respectively. Four Libertadores and five Real Esteli players scored in double figures. Libertadores have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 5-1 record, which they share with Flamengo and Quimsa. Defending Nicaraguan champion Real Esteli dropped to the second position with two games lost.
Top scorers:
Libertadores: I.Romero 19+9reb+4ast, J.Palacios-Tello 16+7reb+2ast, B.Frazier 13+5ast, G.Giron 12+6reb+4ast, J.Avila 12+1reb, J.Gutierrez 10+1reb+2ast
Real Esteli: J.De Jesus 23+3reb+3ast, D.Jefferson 21+11reb+2ast, T.Robinson 17+11reb+1ast, T.Bishop 13+4reb+2ast, T.Holloway 12+5reb+8ast, B.Lopez 2+1reb

Instituto - Penarol 78-71

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Cordoba where third ranked Argentinian Instituto (2-4) defeated second-best Uruguayan Penarol (2-3) 78-71 on Wednesday. Guard Luciano Gonzalez (194-1990) stepped up and scored 17 points for the winners and Mateo Chiarini (190-1998) chipped in 15 points. Instituto's coach used entire bench saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was American power forward Lee Roberts (203-1987, college: Findlay, OH) with 14 points and 8 rebounds and the other American import guard Rodney Green (197-1988, college: La Salle) scored 12 points and 5 rebounds. Defending Argentinian champion moved-up to second place, which they share with Concepcion. Loser Penarol keeps the second position with three games lost.
Top scorers:
Instituto: L.Gonzalez 17+4reb, M.Chiarini 15+4reb+1ast, T.Gallizzi 12+6reb, B.Lugarini 9+4reb+2ast, F.Elias 9+1reb+2ast, N.Romano 6+3reb+3ast
Penarol: L.Roberts 14+8reb, A.Lopez 12+2reb+1ast, R.Green 12+5reb+2ast, M.Mayora 9+3reb+2ast, N.Borsellino 8+4reb+2ast, J.Zanotta 6+4reb+6ast

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BELGIUM

Jordan Skipper-Brown left Brussels - by Peter Buyse

25-year old American center Jordan Skipper-Brown (199cm-104kg-1998, college: Murray State) left Circus-Brussels-Basketball (Pro Basketball League). In 5 games in Belgium he had 3.8ppg and 4.0rpg this season.
Skipper-Brown graduated from Murray State in 2022 and it is his first season as a professional player.

Jordan is heading back to the USA to attend to personal matters according to the teams press release.

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BRAZIL

Andrew Augusto is a newcomer at Cruzeiro - by Paulo Freire

Cruzeiro-Esporte-Clube-Basquete (CBB) added to their roster 20-year old 196cm forward Andrew Augusto for season 2023. Augusto played last summer at Mogi in the LDB U20. In 10 games he recorded 12.9ppg, 6.8rpg and 1.9spg. The last season he played at Caxias do Sul (NBB). But in 9 games he averaged just 1.7ppg and 2.0rpg.
He represented Brazil at the South American Championship U17 in Santiago (Chile) four years ago. His team won Gold.
Augusto has played previously for three other teams: Botafogo, Paschoalotto/Bauru and Sao Jose.
Despite young age he had impressive career. He was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian LDB U20 Honorable Mention in 2021.

Brazilian NBB round 22 best performance: Tulio Da Silva (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

International Forward Tulio Da Silva (203-F-1996) put on an amazing game in the last round for Sao Paulo, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 22.
The 26-year old player had a double-double of 22 points and 15 rebounds, while his team beat Fortaleza (#15, 5-17) 85-70. Sao Paulo maintains the 3rd position in Brazilian NBB. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Sao Paulo will need more victories to improve their 17-5 record. In the team's last game Da Silva had a remarkable 100.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be Sao Paulo's top player in his first season with the team. Tulio Da Silva averages this season 15.2ppg and 9.0rpg.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Dexter McClanahan (193-F/G-1997) of Fortaleza. McClanahan had a very good evening with 32 points and 7 rebounds. Bad luck as Fortaleza was edged by the higher-ranked Paulistano (#6, 13-8) 80-78. This loss caused Fortaleza to drop to 15th position in the standings. 17 lost games are too many comparing to just five victories Fortaleza managed to get this year. McClanahan is a newcomer at Fortaleza, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.9ppg (#1).

Third on the list of top players last round was forward Diego Conceicao (199-F-1987) of Caxias do Sul (#11). Conceicao scored 23 points and grabbed nine rebounds. Despite Conceicao's great performance Caxias do Sul lost 80-88 to slightly lower-ranked Pato Basquete (#13, 6-17). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Caxias do Sul ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 12 games, recording just eight victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Conceicao could help Caxias do Sul to bring them higher in the standings. Conceicao has a very solid season. In 20 games in Brazil he scored 7.3ppg. He also has 5.2rpg and FGP: 53.8%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Maozinha Pereira (200-PF-2000) of Corinthians - 16 points and 14 rebounds
5. Arthur Bernardi (205-F-1990) of Caxias do Sul - 28 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Victor Leal (203-PF-1996) of Brasilia - 20 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Romario Roque (180-G-1998) of Pato Basquete - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Eddy Carvalho (197-SF-1987) of Sao Jose - 24 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Alex Doria (205-F/C) of Paulistano - 12 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Rafael Munford (195-F-1998) of Pinheiros - 20 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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BULGARIA

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Darious HALL

Beroe
(201-G/F-1997)
Avg: 19.4

19.4

18.0

17.9

17.2

17.2

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CANADA

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Holt TOMIE

Mount Royal
(188-G-)
Avg: 24.4

24.4

24.1

23.0

22.9

22.7

Axemen fall short in massive comeback vs Sea-Hawks - by Eurobasket News

The Acadia Axemen fell to the Memorial Sea-Hawks 87-81 in Tuesday afternoon's contest. The Sea-Hawks were led by AUS Subway Player of the Game Emanuel Ring (St. John's, Nfld.). Ring scored a game-high 28 points and grabbed 9 rebounds in the game. The Memorial Sea-Hawks brought energy and effort early on both ends of the court. On defense, the Sea-Hawks were active in the passing lanes and were able to capitalize off several Acadia turnovers. Ring made up for his slow start in yesterday's game by igniting Memorial's offense early in the first quarter. Ring scored 10 of his 28 points in the opening frame. Ryan Munro (188-G) (Timberlea, N.S.) provided a spark off the bench in the first quarter for the Axemen. Munro hit back-to-back threes to breathe life into Acadia's offense. In his minutes, Acadia trimmed Memorial's once 12-point lead down to 6 points. The second quarter saw Ring continue to leave his impression on the game as he piled on another nine points. However, turnovers began to add up for Ring as he gave up the ball four times in the quarter. Turnovers would continue to be a theme for the Sea-Hawks as the match drew on. Jodick Moudiandambu (180-PG) (Hamilton, Ont.) was also impactful in the first half for Memorial. The first-year guard contributed 11 points in the half and put pressure on Acadia's defense with his driving ability. Memorial's strong play in the first half gave them a 52-34 advantage going into the third quarter. The lead would be expanded, growing to 34 points at the 8:55 mark in the fourth quarter. It was at this point that Acadia found lightning in a bottle with their bench unit. The unit was driven by the dual shooting threats of Gabe Davignon (188-G) (Whites Lakes, NS) and Ryan Munro. The two guards combined for eight made threes, converting on a blistering 73% of their attempts. It was Davignon's 17 fourth-quarter points that earned him the title of player of the game for the Axemen. Acadia outscored Memorial 35 - 7 for the rest of the contest, shrinking the score difference to 4 points with 11 seconds left, but they were unable to complete the comeback. The 3-14 Axemen are home this Saturday against STFX in their last home game of the season and then they cap off the regular season on the road at STFX on Tues. Feb. 14 and at UNB on Sat. Feb. 18. For Memorial, this win brings them to 7-9 on the season and they will return home to play the UNB Reds this Saturday at 8:00 PM.
Courtesy of: acadiaathletics.ca

Xavier Rathan-Mayes (ex Melbourne) joins Merkezefendi - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Merkezefendi-Belediyesi-Denizli-Basket (BSL) added to their roster 28-year old Canadian ex-international guard Xavier Rathan-Mayes (193cm-86kg-1994, college: FSU). Rathan-Mayes started the season at Melbourne United in Australian NBL league. In 28 games he had 14.4ppg, 5.4rpg and 4.5apg. Good season as he was named League Player of the Week.
He was a member of Canadian international program for some years. Rathan-Mayes was called to Canadian Senior National Team back in 2017 and previously for U19 National Team in 2013.
He is quite experienced player. Rathan-Mayes' career allowed him to visit three different continents, while he played in nine different countries. Rathan-Mayes tasted the life as pro basketball player in Europe, Australia and of course North America. He has played previously professionally in Greece (AEK Athens), Israel (Bnei Hasharon), Romania (Sibiu), NBA (NY Knicks and Memphis Grizzlies), NBA G League (Texas Legends, Westchester Knicks and Ontario Clippers), Canada (Hamilton and Scarborough), The Basketball Tournament (Armored Athlete and YGC) and NBA Summer League (Washington Wizards).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team was regular season runner-up in Australian NBL in 2022. Rathan-Mayes was voted to ACC All-Defensive Team back in 2017.
He graduated from Florida State University in 2017 and it is his sixth season as a professional player.
On Rathan-Mayes: has a great shooting stroke from behind the arc as well as off the dribble and a good understanding of how to create space in the mid-range area.

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CHILE

SPB 2023 - Marinos land Franco Morales - by Francisco Vega

Marinos-de-Anzoategui (SPB) tabbed Chilean international 179cm guard Franco Morales for new season. Morales played last summer at Team Cali in Colombian Liga WPlay. In 15 Liga Wplay games he averaged 14.0ppg, 7.3rpg, 6.0apg and 2.0spg. He can count that season as a very successful as was voted to Latinbasket.com Colombian LPB Clausura All-Imports Team and League Player of the Week.
Morales has been also a member of Chilean international program for some years. He has regularly played for Chilean senior team since 2010 and previously for U17 National Team back in 2009.
Morales represented Chile at the ODESUR Games in Cochabamba (Bolivia) five years ago.
He has played previously professionally also in Chile (Club Deportes Espanol de Talca, Colo Colo, Puerto Varas, Liceo Mixto and Las Animas). Morales won Chilean LNB 2 championship title in 2022 and the cup in 2022. He was selected to Latinbasket.com Chilean DIMAYOR All-Domestic Players Team back in 2012 and 2013.

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CHINA

The Semifinals are set in NBL - by Eurobasket News

The Semifinals are set in NBL as four teams advanced to the Final Four. Hunan beat Foshan 93-80 in the opener and then added a 108-80 victory.
Anhui beat Jiangsu 101-90 in game 1 and then posted a 109-82 win. Guangxi meanwhile overcame Wuhan 103-78 and then edged them 114-81. Shaanxi demolished Hebei 141-76 in the second appearance.

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CROATIA

Stats Leaders - A1

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Taveion HOLLINGSWORTH

Dubr.
(188-G-1999)
Avg: 19.2

19.2

18.6

18.5

18.0

17.8

Report: Suns trade Dario Saric to Thunder, nab forward Darius Bazley - by Eurobasket News

The Phoenix Suns have traded big man Dario Saric (6'10''-F/C-1994, agency: BeoBasket) to the Oklahoma City Thunder for 22-year-old forward Darius Bazley (6'9''-F-2000), reports The Athletic's Shams Charania. The move shifts Saric's $9.2 million expiring salary off the books for this year, substituting Bazley's $4.3 million deal. He is on the last year of a rookie deal that will leave him a restricted free agent in 2022-23.
Bazley has appeared in 36 games with a single start this year and has averaged 15.4 minutes per game after starting 53 games in 2021-22. He is averaging 5.4 points and 3.4 rebounds per outing and has lost minutes in the past few months to a rookie forward duo of Jaylin Williams and Jalen Williams, among others. Bazley was the 23rd overall pick in 2019 after forgoing college or professional play to train on his own. He held an internship with New Balance during his year off before entering the draft.
Saric has appeared in 37 games with 12 starts, averaging 5.8 points and 3.8 rebounds per game. The 28-year-old has played a few different roles in his three Suns seasons since he was a part of Phoenix's trade down in the 2019 NBA Draft from sixth to No. 11. In his first season, Saric was the team's starting power forward, a hole on the roster that president of basketball operations and general manager James Jones was able to fill during the draft he would select Cam Johnson 11th in. Saric was often a positive contributor but his impact waned occasionally. Phoenix, however, found success in the bubble when it featured Saric more as a small-ball 5. Saric's high-IQ playmaking as one of the connectors inside Monty Williams' offense offered it a fresh dynamic and helped Saric give more value to make up for his athletic limitations. The Croatian continued that role in 2020-21, thriving as a reserve in a strong one-two punch with backup point guard Cam Payne. Phoenix outscored teams by 11.5 points per 100 possessions when Saric was on the floor in that regular season, the best mark on the team. Saric and backup big man Frank Kaminsky would trade off the role later in the season and in the playoffs. It was still Saric as the No. 2 center to Deandre Ayton later in the postseason, but in Game 1 of the 2021 NBA Finals, Saric tore his ACL. That would begin a lengthy rehab process that took over a year and included what appeared to be a setback with an arthroscopic procedure done to the meniscus of that same right knee in the tail-end of his road back. Saric returned to competitive play last summer, first competing internationally for Croatia in FIBA EuroBasket 2022. He looked the part of someone making their way back from a serious knee injury and Saric was not the most agile or quick player to begin with. Phoenix did not retain enter JaVale McGee in the offseason, the player that replaced Saric for the 2021-22 campaign Saric missed. That presumably meant Saric would figure into the rotation again but both Bismack Biyombo and Jock Landale have played ahead of him in the big-man rotation for much of the season. Saric with the Suns was both a fan favorite and beloved teammate. Fans admired Saric's rugged and smart playstyle, one his teammates enjoyed playing alongside. Head coach Monty Williams said in the past Saric is one of his favorite players he's ever coached, and point guard Chris Paul said similar things when it came to how easy Saric was to play with.
Courtesy of: arizonasports.com

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CYPRUS

Iliadis' 20 points and 6 assists give him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

28-year old point guard Stefanos Iliadis (185-PG-1994) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Apollon and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 18.
He had the game-high 20 points adding six rebounds and six assists for Apollon in his team's victory, helping them to beat Anorthosis (#7, 6-9) 85-76. Apollon maintains the 4th position in Cypriot league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Apollon will need more victories to improve their 11-6 record. It's Iliadis' second year at Apollon and it's hard to imagine this team without him. University of South Florida graduate has very impressive stats this year. Iliadis is in league's top in assists (4th best: 5.1apg).

Second best performed player last round was James Jean-Marie (203-F-1997) of Achilleas K.. He is Canadian forward in his first season at Achilleas K.. In the last game Jean-Marie recorded impressive double-double of 14 points and 16 rebounds. Of course he led Achilleas K. to another comfortable win outscoring the higher-ranked AEL (#5, 9-7) 88-68. Achilleas K.'s 8th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 5-10 record. Jean-Marie is a newcomer at Achilleas K. and quickly became one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to guard Ja'Qualyn Gilbreath (188-G-1998) of APOP (#10). Gilbreath showcased his all-around game by recording 19 points, six rebounds and nine assists in the last round. Despite Gilbreath's great performance APOP lost 78-88 to the higher-ranked Apoel (#2, 13-3). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. APOP can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 4-12 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Gilbreath has individually a great season in Cyprus. After 16 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 4.1apg (7th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Milan Acquaah (190-G-1997) of Apollon - 23 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Travin Thibodeaux (203-F-1996) of Apoel - 13 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists
6. Jalen Henry (203-C/F-1996) of Apoel - 21 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Carlbe Ervin II (190-G-1995) of Apoel - 16 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Lenell Henry (203-PF-1998) of Achilleas K. - 17 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Brandon Averette (180-PG-1997) of AEL - 18 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists
10. Zane Waterman (203-F-1995) of Apollon - 13 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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CZECH REPUBLIC

Stats Leaders - NBL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

PJ PIPES

USK Praha
(188-G-1999)
Avg: 19.8

19.8

18.9

18.7

18.5

17.3

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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

Yensi Jimenez claims Dominican Rep. LDC weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Yensi Jimenez (189-G-1998) had a very impressive game in the last round for league's leader Fenix and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 5.
The 24-year old guard had the game-high 45 points adding five rebounds for Fenix in his team's victory, helping them to beat Sameji (#4, 0-5), the league's bottom-ranked team 115-102. It allowed Fenix to consolidate first place in the Dominican Rep. LDC. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but Fenix already had a very good start winning all 5 without losing a single one. In the team's last game Jimenez had a remarkable fifteen three-pointers out of 26 attempts. He just recently signed at Fenix, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Jimenez has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (4th best: 24.0ppg) and averages solid 51.2% from behind 3-point line.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American guard DeJon Waters Jr. (190-G-1997) of Evolve OL. Waters Jr. impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 29 points and 10 rebounds. It was enough for Evolve OL to edge Del Patio (1-4) by 3 points 109-106. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the top position in West. Evolve OL consolidated its place in top 3 of the standings. 4 lost games are too many comparing to just one victory Evolve OL managed to get this year. Waters Jr. is one of the most experienced players at Evolve OL and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was American Domont Wright (203-F/C-1997) of second-ranked Santiago Basket. Wright scored 26 points and grabbed ten rebounds. Despite Wright's great performance Santiago Basket lost 75-90 to #1 ranked Immortals. But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The chances of Santiago Basket ranking at the top of West, however are very questionable as they have already lost 3 games, recording just two victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Wright could help Santiago Basket to bring them higher in the standings. The season just started for Wright as he played only first game. But it already looks like he can be team's leader.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Oliver Ferreira (189-G-1993) of Capitanes - 25 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists
5. James Milton (203-F-1992) of Immortals - 21 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Mark Hall (196-PG-1994) of Immortals - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists
7. Brahian Mendez (SF) of Del Patio - 29 points and 6 rebounds
8. Ralph Bellamy (193-F) of Del Patio - 23 points and 10 rebounds
9. Edwin Espinal (198-SF-1993) of Immortals - 20 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Ernesto Rodriguez (194-F-1994) of Capitanes - 22 points and 10 rebounds

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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EUROCUP

McRae number one in EuroCup for round 14 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American Swingman Jordan McRae (197-G/F-1991) had a great game in the last round for H.Tel-Aviv, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 14.
The 31-year old player was the main contributor (25 points, four rebounds and four assists) to his team's victory, helping them to crush Gran Canaria (#1, 11-3) with 22-point margin 92-70. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. H.Tel-Aviv maintains the 3rd position in EuroCup . They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. H.Tel-Aviv will need more victories to improve their 10-4 record. In the team's last game McRae had a remarkable 71.4% from 2-point range. He turned to be H.Tel-Aviv's top player in his first season with the team. Former University of Tennessee star has very solid stats this year. McRae is in league's top in points (6th best: 16.9ppg) and averages impressive 60.7% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Jerian Grant (196-G-1992) of league's second-best Turk Telekom. Grant had a very good evening with 26 points, 2 rebounds and 5 assists. Of course Turk Telekom cruised to a 80-72 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Trento (#9, 2-12). Turk Telekom's second position in the standings has not changed. His team's 10-4 record is not bad at all. Grant is a newcomer at Turk Telekom, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was guard Juhann Begarin (196-SG-2002) of Paris (#5). Begarin scored 22 points and passed five assists. He was a key player of Paris, leading his team to a 103-87 easy win against slightly lower-ranked Buducnost (#6, 8-6). Paris needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 9 victories and 5 lost games. Begarin has a very solid season. In 11 games in EuroCup he scored 12.0ppg. He also has 2.1spg and FGP: 52.9%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. D.J. Stephens (195-F/G-1990) of Prometey - 28 points and 4 rebounds
5. Amedeo Della Valle (192-SG-1993) of Brescia - 22 points, 2 rebounds and 6 assists
6. Ismael Kamagate (211-C-2001) of Paris - 13 points and 13 rebounds
7. Kostas Koufos (213-C-1989) of London L. - 17 points and 11 rebounds
8. Sam Dekker (204-F-1994) of London L. - 15 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Alen Omic (216-C-1992) of Cedevita Ol. - 16 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Aleksander Dziewa (205-C/F-1997) of Slask - 19 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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EUROLEAGUE

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Dwayne BACON

Panathinaikos
(201-SF-1995)
Avg: 19.2

19.2

18.4

17.7

17.0

16.8

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FIBA EUROPE CUP

Ogden's 21 points and 6 rebounds give him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

28-year old forward Mark Ogden (206-F-1994) had an amazing evening in the last round for Oradea and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 6 (Second Stage).
He had the game-high 21 points adding six rebounds and two assists for Oradea in his team's victory, helping them to crush Keravnos (#4, 1-5) with 21-point margin 93-72. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Oradea is placed at 3rd position in FIBA Europe Cup. Oradea is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. But it was their 3rd lost game this season out of 6 games. In the team's last game Ogden had a remarkable 85.7% from 2-point range. He turned to be Oradea's top player in his first season with the team. Mark Ogden averages this season 12.7ppg and 6.4rpg.

Second best performed player last round was Severi Kaukiainen (185-PG-1998, agency: Blacktop Management) of top-ranked Kauhajoki. He is a guard in his second season at Kauhajoki. In the last game Kaukiainen recorded impressive 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Of course Kauhajoki cruised to a 85-76 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked H.Haifa (#4, 2-4). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Kauhajoki consolidated its place in the very top position of the standings. His team lost just one game this Second Stage, while they won 5 matches. Kaukiainen is well-known at Kauhajoki and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders.

Third place about best performers goes to guard Lee Moore (193-G-1995, agency: Mansfield and Associates) of league's second-best Anwil. Moore scored 18 points and passed six assists. Despite Moore's great performance Anwil lost 86-90 to #1 ranked Bamberg. But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The last thing Anwil needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 4 victories and 2 lost games. Moore has a great season in FIBA Europe Cup. After only 7 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 5.9apg (6th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Ousman Krubally (201-PF-1988) of Keravnos - 15 points and 12 rebounds
5. Codi Miller-McIntyre (191-PG-1994) of Gaziantep - 24 points and 6 assists
6. Edon Maxhuni (188-PG-1998) of Crailsheim - 28 points and 5 assists
7. Gerel Simmons (188-SG-1993) of Bamberg - 24 points and 5 rebounds
8. Justin Patton (216-C/F-1997) of Cholet - 13 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Topias Palmi (196-SG-1994) of Craiova - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists
10. Arnas Velicka (195-PG-1999) of Chemnitz - 9 points, 8 rebounds and 13 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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FINLAND

Stats Leaders - Korisliiga

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Deshon TAYLOR

Kouvot
(188-G-1996)
Avg: 26.4

26.4

19.3

18.6

18.4

18.1

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GEORGIA

Axalia's double-double lands him U18 League Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

16-year old forward Irakli Axalia (198-F-2006) had a great game in the last round for league's best team Wings and receives a Hoops Agents U18 League Player of the Week award for round 4.
He had a double-double of 17 points and 17 rebounds, while his team outclassed, the league's bottom-ranked team Gori (#7, 0-3) with 36-point margin 90-54. It allowed Wings to consolidate first place in the Georgian U18 League. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but Wings already had a very good start winning all 4 without losing a single one. In the team's last game Axalia had a remarkable 58.3% from 2-point range. He turned to be Wings' top player in his first season with the team. Axalia has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 13.0rpg) and averages solid 3.3bpg,5.5spg and 65.9% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Andria Mgeladze (180-G) of league's second-best Tbilisi. He is a guard in his first season at Tbilisi. In the last game Mgeladze recorded impressive 19 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists. Of course he led Tbilisi to another comfortable win 88-70 over the lower-ranked Dinamo (#5, 1-2) being unquestionably team leader. This victory allowed Tbilisi to move up to second position in Group B. His team's 3-1 record is not bad at all. Mgeladze is a newcomer at Tbilisi and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 21.3ppg (#5). His other stats are also decent: 5.5rpg and 8.3apg.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Giorgi Kvirikashvili (180-F-2005) of Dinamo (#5). Kvirikashvili scored 22 points. Despite Kvirikashvili's great performance Dinamo lost 70-88 to the higher-ranked Tbilisi (#2, 3-1). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Dinamo not to end season at such low position in Group B, however are less than slim as they have already lost 2 games, recording just one victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Kvirikashvili could try to bring Dinamo's a little bit higher in the standings. Kvirikashvili has a very solid season. In 3 games in Georgia he scored 13.3ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Nikoloz Kenkadze (185-G-2005) of Overtime - 31 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Luka Gobejishvili (205-F) of Tbilisi - 11 points and 11 rebounds
6. Giorgi Gurgenidze (178-PG-2005) of Orbi - 22 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists
7. Gabriel Chiabrishvili (195-C-2006) of Dinamo - 17 points and 8 rebounds
8. Nikoloz Tvildiani (185-G-2005) of Overtime - 11 points and 9 rebounds
9. Oto Egorishvili (G-2005) of Zaza - 21 points and 2 rebounds
10. Nikoloz Gurgenidze (189-G-2006) of Wings - 18 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

U18 League Round 5: Orbi lose their first game against Zaza - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Orbi (3-1) in Tbilisi on Sunday night. Hosts were edged by fourth ranked Zaza (2-1) 73-72. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Orbi. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. The guests trailed by 5 points at the halftime before their 21-11 charge in the third quarter, which allowed them to win the game. 27 personal fouls committed by Orbi helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Forward Saba Narimanidze (205-2005) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and guard Soso Gugucitdze (-2006) chipped in 20 points and 7 rebounds. Center Irakli Sharvadze (195-2005) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Zaza moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Orbi at the other side still keeps top position with one game lost. They share it with Tbilisi. Zaza is looking forward to face Telavi (#7) at home in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Orbi will play against Kutaisi (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Very significant was Kutaisi's (#4) 36-point road victory against 3rd placed Maccabi 90-54. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Guard Egnate Gagoshidze (175-2005) nailed 39 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds for the winning side and Giorgi Kukhalashvili accounted for 11 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Mate Buachidze (182-2006) came up with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds for Maccabi in the defeat. Maccabi's coach Irakli Beshkenadze gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Kutaisi (2-1) moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Maccabi at the other side dropped to the fifth position with two games lost. They share it with Dinamo and Overtime. Kutaisi will play against league's leader Orbi in Tbilisi in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Maccabi will have a break next round.
Another exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Tbilisi: Wings (#1) and Dinamo (#5). Dinamo was crushed at home by 33 points 71-104 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. The best player for the winners was Giorgi Nikolaevi who had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Giorgi Chitishvili produced 28 points and 7 rebounds for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Wings have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 4-0 record. Loser Dinamo keeps the fifth position with two games lost. They share it with Maccabi and Overtime. Wings' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tbilisi Brooklyn.

In the last two games of round 5 winless Telavi was destroyed by Rustavi on the opponent's court 75-46. Tbilisi outscored Sokhumi in a home game 102-70.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 27 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists by Andria Mgeladze of Tbilisi.

Maccabi - Kutaisi 54-90

Very significant was Kutaisi's (#4) 36-point road victory against 3rd placed Maccabi 90-54. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Kutaisi forced 20 Maccabi turnovers. Guard Egnate Gagoshidze (175-2005) nailed 39 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds for the winning side and forward Giorgi Kukhalashvili (-2006) accounted for 11 points and 9 rebounds. Four Kutaisi players scored in double figures. Guard Mate Buachidze (182-2006) came up with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds and guard Duta Chikobava (180-2005) added 17 points and 4 steals respectively for Maccabi in the defeat. Maccabi's coach Irakli Beshkenadze gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Kutaisi (2-1) moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Maccabi at the other side dropped to the fifth position with two games lost. They share it with Dinamo and Overtime. Kutaisi will play against league's leader Orbi in Tbilisi in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Maccabi will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Kutaisi: G.Egnate 39+5reb+2ast, B.Sandro 12+2reb+7ast, K.Giorgi 11+9reb+3ast, G.Luka 10+7reb+3ast, K.Guram 7+9reb, K.Saba 5+3reb
Maccabi: B.Mate 19+11reb+2ast, C.Duta 17+3reb+1ast, G.Saba 8+3ast, B.Luka 5+6reb, S.Lekso 5+4reb+1ast, T.Giorgi 0+3reb

Orbi - Zaza 72-73

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Orbi (3-1) in Tbilisi on Sunday night. Hosts were edged by fourth ranked Zaza (2-1) 73-72. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Orbi. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. The guests trailed by 5 points at the halftime before their 21-11 charge in the third quarter, which allowed them to win the game. 27 personal fouls committed by Orbi helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Forward Saba Narimanidze (205-2005) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and guard Soso Gugucitdze (-2006) chipped in 20 points and 7 rebounds. Center Irakli Sharvadze (195-2005) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds and guard Giorgi Khardziani (187-2005) scored 17 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Orbi players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Zaza moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Orbi at the other side still keeps top position with one game lost. They share it with Tbilisi. Zaza is looking forward to face Telavi (#7) at home in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Orbi will play against Kutaisi (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Zaza: N.Saba 29+10reb+4ast, G.Soso 20+7reb+3ast, M.Nika 7+6reb, K.Luka 6+3reb+4ast, E.Oto 5+1reb+1ast, P.Giorgi 4+4reb
Orbi: G.Giorgi 18+4ast, K.Giorgi 17+7reb+4ast, S.Irakli 13+12reb+3ast, K.Nikoloz 12+7reb+5ast, B.Zura 4+5reb, K.Saba 4+3reb

Rustavi - Telavi 75-46

Rather expected game when bottom-ranked Telavi (0-3) was crushed on the road by fourth ranked Rustavi (2-1) 75-46 on Sunday. The game without a history. Rustavi led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Telavi to just 5 points in first quarter. Rustavi dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Telavi's 16. Rustavi forced 25 Telavi turnovers and outrebounded them 41-26 including 26 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Telavi's players. The best player for the winners was forward Badri Gelashvili (197-2005) who scored 12 points and 6 rebounds. Guard Davit Gogoladze (183-2005) chipped in 4 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. Forward Tengo Enukashvili (192-2007) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds and guard Shota Chavelashvili (186-2006) added 13 points respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Rustavi moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Telavi still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with Gori and Brooklyn. Rustavi will meet Overtime (#6) in the next round. Telavi will play against Zaza in Tbilisi and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Rustavi: C.Nikoloz 15+1reb+2ast, G.Nikoloz 12+1reb+3ast, G.Badri 12+6reb+3ast, K.Vazha 8+2reb+3ast, M.Davit 8+1reb+1ast, T.Giorgi 8+7reb+1ast
Telavi: E.Tengo 16+12reb+1ast, C.Shota 13+4reb+3ast, S.Levan 9+3reb, J.Giorgi 5+3reb+1ast, S.Nika 3+2reb+1ast, C.Luka 0+1reb+1ast

Dinamo - Wings 71-104

Another exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Tbilisi: Wings (#1) and Dinamo (#5). Dinamo was crushed at home by 33 points 71-104 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. The game without a history. Wings led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 72 of its points in the paint compared to Dinamo's 40. Wings forced 28 Dinamo turnovers and outrebounded them 43-30 including a 32-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Dinamo's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Wings made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was forward Giorgi Nikolaevi (198-2007) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Forward Irakli Axalia (198-2006) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points, 14 rebounds and 4 blocks. Five Wings players scored in double figures. Center Giorgi Chitishvili (185-2005) produced 28 points and 7 rebounds and forward Giorgi Kvirikashvili (180-2005) added 15 points and 5 assists respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Wings have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 4-0 record. Loser Dinamo keeps the fifth position with two games lost. They share it with Maccabi and Overtime. Wings' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tbilisi Brooklyn.
Top scorers:
Wings: N.Giorgi 23+10reb+7ast, M.Andria 19+3reb+3ast, A.Irakli 18+14reb+3ast, G.Nikoloz 15+2reb+1ast, K.Giorgi 12+2reb, B.Luka 6
Dinamo: C.Giorgi 28+7reb+1ast, K.Giorgi 15+3reb+5ast, K.Lado 6+1reb, B.Aleksandre 6+7reb+1ast, C.Gabriel 5+4reb+1ast, G.Luka 4+3reb

Tbilisi - Sokhumi 102-70

The game between closely ranked teams ended with third ranked Tbilisi's (3-1) home victory over 4th placed Sokhumi (1-1) 102-70 on Wednesday. The game without a history. Tbilisi led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Sokhumi's 36. They outrebounded Sokhumi 58-33 including a 38-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Tbilisi looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Sokhumi's players. The best player for the winners was guard Andria Mgeladze (180) who had a triple-double by scoring 27 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists. Giorgi Darchia (185) chipped in 16 points. Forward Giorgi Zurabishvili (198-2006) produced 30 points and 7 rebounds and forward Giorgi Gabunia (194-2006) added 14 points and 14 rebounds respectively for the guests. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tbilisi have a solid series of three victories in a row. They used an opportunity after Orbi lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Loser Sokhumi keeps the fourth place with one game lost. Tbilisi will meet Basco (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Sokhumi will play against Gori and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Tbilisi: M.Andria 27+10reb+10ast, D.Giorgi 16+3reb+3ast, M.Beka 11+4reb+2ast, G.Luka 9+10reb, L.Leri 9+9reb+1ast, R.Lazare 8+3reb+3ast
Sokhumi: Z.Giorgi 30+7reb, G.Giorgi 14+14reb+3ast, M.Shalva 12+1reb+2ast, B.Giorgi 6+1reb, K.Levan 4+1reb, K.Valeri 2+2ast

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Stats Leaders - 2.Bundesliga

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Lovell CABBIL

Karlsruhe
(188-PG-1997)
Avg: 18.6

18.6

16.9

16.8

16.7

16.5

The Miles Vs Chris Miller Weekly Basketball Conversation Volume 15 - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

Christopher Miller (192-G-1993, college: Salem) is a 29 year old 193cm guard from Brooklyn, New York who is playing his eighth professional season and first with GoldCoast Wallabies NLB (2nd League). He played 3 seasons with the Giessen Pointers (Germany-RegionalligaThis season for Bensheim he averaged 19,5ppg, 3,8rpg, 2,0apg and 1,5spg. He has had experience in countries like El Salvador and Bosnia. He recently played for the South Shore Monarchs (TBL) playing 8 games averaging 22.4ppg, 5.6rpg, 4.3apg, 1.6spg, FGP: 50.8%, 3PT: 35.0%, FT: 83.3%. He began his basketball career at Clinton Community College and also played two years at Salem University (NCAA2). This season he teams up with Miles Schmidt-Scheuber with weekly chats about his basketball season.

Congrats on the big 92-71 win over Levaux. The wins keep coming. Your still perfect in 2023. Is the self-confidence climbing day by day?

We are very happy that the work is showing. Our coaches have been pushing us to stay focused and take it one step at a time. We don't want to celebrate now just looking forward.

The first 2 wins of 2023 were close ones, but how good did it feel winning by 20 plus points?

It did feel good to win by a bigger margin. We didn't play a perfect game but I think we handled our business. The ball was moving and everyone was happy with the win.

Talk a little about the 40 minutes. Was this as easy looking as the score implies or were there closer stretches in score?

We started off hot. We were in a good groove but they came back in the game and really gave us a run in the second and third. Ultimately we ran off with the game in the fourth quarter by sticking to our game plan.

You guys defended very well. What adjustments has the team been making the last weeks to find more consistency?

That credit is to our practice. Coach Tresor and Lionel have been pushing us to lock in on defense. They stress about our defense we know we have guys who can score but the key for us winning is focusing on that end of the floor and everyone has a focus on that.

How key were the 11 more free throws made by Wallabies? Were you happy with the team aggressiveness?

We were aggressive. I'm happy we are making free throws. Especially in this league when you get free throws you have to make them. We just want to control what we can and making free throws is on us.

The only guy that really gave you problems was Davie Champagnie. What made so difficult to control him?

He is a very talented player . He can score in multiple ways and is a savvy player. He took advantage of matchups and is also strong. He gave us a great game.

Wallabies had 6 guy s scoring in double figures. Was that one of the best teams scoring efforts since you have been there?

We have a lot of guys who can score any time we have that many guys in double digits I think it's a great thing. That means the ball is moving, and we are looking for the best possible outcome unselfishly.

You had a very solid game with 21 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists and 2 steals. Do your expectations of your game continue to grow?

I'm happy that what I brought today resulted in the win . I'm happy with the rebounds and assists . I felt the last 2 games I didn't get to help out in those categories. I really wanted to play an all around game so I'm happy with that.

You next play Morges Saint-Prex who are 10-5. What will be key for getting the win?

I think if we continue to focus on our selves play together work hard we can have a chance.

Thanks Chris for the chat.

The Cinderella Story Of Jonathan Braeger (Vestri) Continues As He Moves From Vilsbiburg To Iceland - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

It is hard to believe but the miraculous 100 point game by American Jonathan Braeger was more than 10 months ago. Doing something like that is like if a baseball player clubbed 10 home runs in a game or a ice hockey player scored 10 goals in a game or if a quarterback threw 15 touch down passes in a game. 100 points in a 40 minute game is something one has to grasp. Luka Doncic recently scored 60 points and that was difficult , but 100 points. You could use the word Wow over and over and nobody would get annoyed by the overzealous behavior. You would think that if a guy did something like that then it would be cult non stop news and that he would be remined about it at the local 7-11 to Sunday church, but surprisingly for the explosive scoring guard the hype died down and hasn't caught fire again since that memorable March day in Wurzburg in 2022. ' I wouldn't say I get reminded of it daily but it's been brought up in some casual conversations with friends and family', said Jonathan Braeger. If I had scored 100 points, I would of watched the game more than a few times and put the best clips on You Tube, but every person is different. For some life goes on and the 100 points remains a beautiful memory, but not more. 'Truthfully I haven't watched the game or highlights since it happened', stressed Jonathan Braeger. Scoring 100 points was real sweet, but the icing on the cake and best thing about that unforgettable day was that his team got the win. Staying humble is something that Jonathan Braeger has remained. The 100 point game is for sure an experience he will never forget, but at the same time his life in the small town of Vilsbiburg will also be a life long memory that he will cherish. 'I will never forget my teammates. I made some lifelong friendships! The coaching staff too! They taught me many things on being a professional player', commented Jonathan Braeger.

It is the goal of every professional player to move up the basketball ladder. For some it takes longer than others as Limoges CSP Elite guard Bryce Jones had to toil 4 years in Serbia and Montenegro before reaching the France Pro A or a Stanley Whitaker finally reaching the easyCredit BBL after paying his dues in countries like Lithuania, Austria and Pro A Germany. Some guys reach the next level a lot easier with massive stats or perhaps an incredible achievement, but surprisingly for the American who played with the Chicago Fury (ABA) before coming overseas his 100 point game didn't help him last summer getting a new job. One has to wonder why he didn't land at least with another German Regionalliga club. 'I didn't have any interest from any German Regionalliga teams after last season. I had some teams reaching out to me surprised I wasn't going back for another year at Vilsbiburg but no one offered anything. It was tough because I reached out to basically all Regionalliga teams in Germany but every team seemed like they were looking for a Bbg man and not a guard or just had a full roster already', said Jonathan Braeger. That heavy rejection didn't hurt his mental state as he always has one goal of just grinding and grinding until that next opportunity comes no matter what. 'This past summer was a struggle with getting no offers. Mentally it was tough but with the constant support of my girlfriend and family and friends it helped me a ton! Just because I didn't get an offer doesn't mean that I didn't continue to improve my game. Not getting an offer motivated me to work harder than ever before to be ready for the next opportunity! I feel like the 100 point game didn't help me as much as people thought it would have. Just needed to stay ready', remembered Jonathan Braeger.

The American scorer who believes that Steph Curry is already the best shooting guard of all-time never lost faith in the tough overseas basketball process. His secret to being able to overcome the mental lapses that arose simply have to do with his love for the game and never losing faith. 'The love and passion I have for basketball will never go away. And when things seem like they aren't working then that means you just need to stay focused and keep improving. I trust in the player and teammate I am that when the next opportunity would come knocking that I would be ready! Love of the game doesn't stop which means the faith doesn't stop either', warned Jonathan Braeger. I see how players lives are going on social media and one guy I had my eyes especially on was Jonathan Braeger. I thought that his Cinderella story in Vilsbiburg was a very special one and was always waiting for the day where I would learn of his new destination. I saw many pictures being posted in the autumn and was wondering and hoping that he would get a deal sooner or later. Then shortly after 2023 had arrived came that announcement I was waiting for. He had signed in Iceland. 'The transfer came out of nowhere! I woke up Friday (06.01.23) with a message from my agency Dagger Basket with the offer at hand!! I've always dreamed of coming to Iceland and what better opportunity to come visit this beautiful country and yet alone be able to play professional basketball here! It was a quick process with getting the offer (06.01.23) and then accepting the offer and then leaving that following Wednesday (11.01.23). This is what I train and prepare for! You never know when the time will come but when it does you need to be mentally and physically prepared', warned Jonathan Braeger. Even if being able to live in a very exotic country could have been enough reason to come, his new organization obviously also played a part. 'The President and Coach here were a big reason for me coming here. They were very welcoming from the start and have great plans for the rest of this season along with future seasons. Coach here has many years of experience playing but also coaching in the top league and for Iceland's national U-20 team! He has a lot of knowledge of the game and I'm always willing and wanting to learn! As my dad always told me there's endless opportunities to continue your knowledge! This isn't just through basketball but life as well', added Jonathan Braeger.

The guard who hails from Wisconsin and believes that Luka Doncic is currently together with Giannis 1 and 2 in the NBA is aware that he is playing in the third division in Iceland which should be comparable to 2 Regionalliga-Oberliga Germany in skill level. Knowing this would put most Americans in stat building mode, but he has the ultimate goal that every player should always have first as his main focus. 'Personaly stats aren't the most important thing here. I'm a winner with a winning attitude and winning work ethic! They brought me here to win! If that means averaging high numbers then that's what I'll do but the main focus every season anywhere I go is to WIN', warned Jonathan Braeger. He had extra time to grind in the lab this past autumn and winter as well as learning extra through coaching and will be ready for the new challenge. 'I always work on every part of my game during the off season! Ball handling, shooting and passing! With getting no offers I was able to coach some high level high school basketball back in my home state which has helped me learn a lot about the game. So overall I think my knowledge of the game has improved tremendously! You learn a lot as a player but being able to coach can teach you more then you know', warned Jonathan Braeger. It is also no secret that he will be exploring Iceland every free moment that he has and knows exactly what he is looking most forward to witnessing. This kind of opportunity is once in a lifetime. 'The landscapes! I love nature and love the mountains!! Which country could be better for that! And of course the northern lights and natural hot springs!!! I have a huge list of places and things I would love to see and visit while I'm here', expressed Jonathan Braeger. He doesn't take anything for granted as he is grateful and thankful each day for being able to play the game he loves for a living. 'The most special thing about this journey is just believing in my talents and not losing faith. I've worked my entire life to get in the spot I'm in and if you know me the work never stopped even when the offers weren't there. You must fully believe in yourself if you expect someone else to believe in you just as much', warned Jonathan Braeger. The Cinderella story continues for Jonathan Braeger as he moves from Vilsbiburg to Iceland. It will continue to be exciting to see what he does this season and where his career will continue to go in the future.

German BBL round 19 best performance: Cameron Hunt (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American Point guard Cameron Hunt (192-PG-1997) had a great game in the last round for Wuerzburg, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 19.
The 25-year old player was the main contributor (29 points, three rebounds and two assists) to his team's victory, helping them to outclass Hamburg (#15, 6-13) with 34-point margin 90-56. Wuerzburg is placed at 7th position in German BBL. Wuerzburg is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 10-9 record. In the team's last game Hunt had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Wuerzburg, through which he has constantly improved. Former Southwestern College, KS star has very solid stats this year. Hunt is in league's top in points (7th best: 17.2ppg) and averages impressive 50.6% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young international point guard Isaac Bonga (204-PG-1999) of Bayern. Bonga had a very good evening with 28 points and 9 rebounds. Bad luck as Bayern was edged by slightly higher-ranked Bonn (#2, 15-2) 77-73. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Bayern still maintains its place in the top 3 of the standings, even despite this loss. His team's 13-5 record is not bad at all. Bonga is a newcomer at Bayern and despite he is not a team leader yet, every game he becomes more reliable player. Hopefully performances like the last one will happen more often.

Third on the list of top players last round was Cuban Yorman Polas-Bartolo (191-SF-1985, agency: LUMANI 10.7) of Ludwigsburg (#6). Polas-Bartolo scored 21 points and grabbed nine rebounds. He was a key player of Ludwigsburg, leading his team to a 96-81 easy win against the lower-ranked Frankfurt (#17, 5-14). Ludwigsburg needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 10 victories and 7 lost games. Polas-Bartolo has a very solid season. In 17 games in Germany he scored 10.5ppg. He also has 4.8rpg and FGP: 56.8%. Yorman Polas-Bartolo has also German passport and can play in the league with a status of domestic player.

Other top performing players last week:
4. TJ Shorts (175-PG-1997) of Bonn - 26 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists
5. Martin Breunig (203-PF-1992) of Weissenfels - 16 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Justin Johnson (200-PF-1996) of Ludwigsburg - 20 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Eric Washington (183-PG-1993) of Heidelberg - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists
8. Anthony Polite (198-G-1997) of Hamburg - 18 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Harald Frey (188-PG-1997) of Goettingen - 24 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists
10. Stanley Whittaker (183-PG-1994) of Wuerzburg - 23 points and 2 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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Greek GBL round 15 best performance: Miro Bilan - by Eurobasket News

Croatian Center Miro Bilan (213-C-1989, agency: BeoBasket) had a very impressive game in the last round for Peristeri, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 15.
The 33-year old player had a double-double of 16 points and 15 rebounds, while his team beat Apollon P. (#10, 3-12) 75-69. Peristeri is placed at 3rd position in Greek GBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Peristeri will need more victories to improve their 9-6 record. Bilan turned to be Peristeri's top player in his first season with the team. Miro Bilan has solid league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (6th best: 7.3rpg) and averages impressive 58.3% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Chevez Goodwin (206-F-1998) of Aris. Goodwin had a very good evening with a double-double of 16 points and 19 rebounds. Of course Aris cruised to a 74-64 relatively comfortable win over the higher-ranked AEK (#4, 9-6). Aris' 8th position in the standings has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 8-7 record is not bad and everything may still change. Goodwin is a newcomer at Aris, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was American swingman A.J. Davis (206-G/F-1995) of Apollon P. (#10). Davis showcased his all-around game by recording 20 points, five rebounds and five assists in the last round. Despite Davis' great performance Apollon P. lost 69-75 to the higher-ranked Peristeri (#3, 9-6). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Apollon P. can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 3-12 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Davis has individually a great season in Greece. After 15 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 6.9rpg (8th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Akil Mitchell (206-C-1992) of AEK - 15 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Ioannis Agravanis (198-SF-1998) of Karditsas - 12 points and 11 rebounds
6. Jaylen Hands (191-G-1999) of PAOK - 20 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists
7. Loukas Mavrokefalidis (207-C-1984) of Ionikos - 12 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Yannick Franke (197-G-1996) of PAOK - 22 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Arnoldas Kulboka (208-SF-1998) of Promitheas - 18 points and 4 rebounds
10. Tyler Polley (203-F-1999) of PAOK - 15 points and 7 rebounds

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

Matt Coleman III (ex Konyaspor) joins Peristeri - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Peristeri-Vitabiotics-Athens (GBL) agreed terms with 25-year old American point guard Matt Coleman III (188cm-82kg-1998, college: Texas). Coleman started the season at Konyaspor in Turkish BSL league. In 6 games he had 6.3ppg, 2.5rpg, 3.0apg and 1.2spg.
He represented USA at the FIBA Americas Championship U18 in Valdivia (Chile) seven years ago. His team won Gold and his stats at that event were 5 games: 7.8ppg, 4.6rpg, Assists-5 (4.4apg), 1.6spg, FGP: 60.0%, 3PT: 41.7%.
Coleman has played also professionally in NBA G League (Stockton Kings) and NBA Summer League (Sacramento Kings and Sacramento Kings). He was also voted to All-Big 12 Honorable Mention back in 2018 and 2019.
Coleman won MGM Resorts NBA Summer League in Las Vegas championship title in 2021.
He graduated from University of Texas in 2021 and it is his second season as a professional player.

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HIGH SCHOOLS

5-star PG Tahaad Pettiford commits to Bruce Pearl, Auburn basketball - by Eurobasket News

Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl has his next point guard. Tahaad Pettiford, a five-star recruit out of Hudson Catholic in Jersey City, New Jersey, has committed to Auburn, he announced Wednesday. Pettiford is listed at 5-foot-11, 160 pounds and is the third highest-rated recruit the Tigers have ever landed, according to the 247Sports Composite. The only players rated higher than him coming out of high school were Jabari Smith in 2021 and Sharife Cooper in 2020. Pettiford, who is tabbed as the No. 22 overall player in the class of 2024 and the No. 3 point guard, picked Auburn over Kansas, Kentucky, Ole Miss, Seton Hall, UCLA and UConn. "Going on that visit, stepping on the campus, it just felt like a second home to me," Pettiford said during his announcement on the 247Sports YouTube channel. "It felt like a place where I knew I could play at and they could help me excel my game and take me to the next level." Pettiford is the second player in the class of 2024 to commit to Auburn, joining four-star center Peyton Marshall of Kell High School in Marieta, Georgia. Marshall committed to the Tigers in December. His mother told the Montgomery Advertiser that Pearl's history of sending players to the NBA was a part of their decision. Marshall posted a picture in September of himself, Pettiford and five-star small forward Ace Bailey taking a visit to the Plains. Bailey committed to Rutgers on Jan. 15. Although currently recovering from a meniscus injury, Pettiford is looking to return for the end of his junior season at Hudson Catholic, according to 247Sports. " (Auburn fans are) getting someone that wants to win," Pettiford said. "Coming in trying to be a leader. (I'm) a pass-first point guard, try to get my teammates involved, but can knock down a big shot if you need me to. But overall, I'm just trying to win a national championship. That's the goal."
Courtesy of: montgomeryadvertiser.com

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ICELAND

Stats Leaders (Men)

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Vinnie SHAHID

Thor Thorl
(180-PG-1998)
Avg: 29.1

29.1

29.0

22.5

22.0

21.3

The Cinderella Story Of Jonathan Braeger (Vestri) Continues As He Moves From Vilsbiburg To Iceland - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

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IRAN

Standings - Superleague

Superleague Stage Two Standings

Places 1-4
1Gorgan 0-0
2Kalleh 0-0
3Naft Abadan 0-0
4 Zob Ahan 0-0
Places 5-8
1Arak 0-0
2Kerman 0-0
3 Mahram 0-0
4Parsa 0-0
Places 9-12
1Azarshahr 0-0
2Raad 0-0
3 Rafsanjan 0-0
4 Sanaye 0-0

Stage One Standings

Regular Season: Round 24

Feb. 13: Raad - Azarshahr
Feb. 13: Sanaye - Rafsanjan
Feb. 20: Raad - Rafsanjan
Feb. 20: Azarshahr - Sanaye
Feb. 23: Rafsanjan - Azarshahr
Feb. 23: Sanaye - Raad

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ISRAEL

Stats Leaders - National League

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Stedmon LEMON

H.Ramat Gan
(198-G-1992)
Avg: 22.7

22.7

21.8

21.4

20.8

20.8

H.Eilat adds Cleveland to their roster, ex Adelaide - by Eurobasket News

(via @IAmDPick)

Israeli National League round 18 best performance: Eddie Ekiyor (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Canadian Center Eddie Ekiyor (206-C-1997) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for M.Ma'ale Adum., receiving a Hoops Agents National League Player of the Week award for round 18.
The 25-year old player had a double-double of 26 points and 14 rebounds, while his team beat H.Hevel Modi'in (#14, 2-17) 95-80. Thanks to this victory M.Ma'ale Adum. moved-up to the 7th position in Israeli National League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. M.Ma'ale Adum. will need more victories to improve their 11-7 record. In the team's last game Ekiyor had a remarkable 69.2% from 2-point range. He turned to be M.Ma'ale Adum.'s top player in his first season with the team. Former Carleton University star has very solid stats this year. Ekiyor is in league's top in points (5th best: 20.8ppg), rebounds (4th best: 10.4rpg) and averages impressive 1.6bpg and 56.4% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young Guy Palatin (192-PG-2000) of M.Rishon. Palatin had a very good evening with a double-double of 19 points and 10 assists. Of course he led M.Rishon to another comfortable win 89-73 over the lower-ranked M.Rehovot (#11, 7-11) being unquestionably team leader. This victory allowed M.Rishon to move up to 3rd position in the standings. His team's 12-6 record is not bad at all. Palatin is well-known at M.Rishon and is a proven leader in his second season with the team.

Third on the list of top players last round was guard Shmuel Malkov (193-SG-1994, agency: Avi Zilberman) of H.Hevel Modi'in (#14). Malkov scored 22 points and grabbed eight rebounds. Despite Malkov's great performance H.Hevel Modi'in lost 80-95 to the higher-ranked M.Ma'ale Adum. (#7, 11-7). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. H.Hevel Modi'in can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have extremely bad season and 2-17 record places them at the very bottom of the standings. Malkov has a very solid season. In 18 games in Israel he scored 10.7ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Keron DeShields (190-PG-1992) of H.Hevel Modi'in - 25 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists
5. Storm Warren (211-PF-1988) of H.Ramat Gan - 28 points and 8 rebounds
6. Duane Johnson (201-F-1991) of M.Ma'ale Adum. - 20 points and 11 rebounds
7. Jalen Canty (203-F-1995) of M.Raanana - 19 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Harel Dadon (193-G-1998) of M.Ramat Gan - 24 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Michael Holyfield (211-C-1992) of H.Hevel Modi'in - 17 points and 12 rebounds
10. Eliad Tal (198-F/G-2002) of H.Ramat Gan - 11 points, 16 rebounds and 3 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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JAPAN

Japanese B2 League round 35 best performance: Jamel McLean (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American Center Jamel McLean (202-C-1988) had a very impressive game in the last round for Kumamoto V., receiving a Hoops Agents B2 League Player of the Week award for round 35.
The 34-year old player had a double-double of 31 points and 12 rebounds, while his team crushed Nishinomiya S. (#5, 16-21) with 18-point margin 91-73. Kumamoto V. maintains the 3rd position in their group in Japanese B2 League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Kumamoto V. will need more victories to improve their 22-15 record. McLean turned to be Kumamoto V.'s top player in his first season with the team. Jamel McLean averages this season 15.6ppg and 6.1rpg.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Matt Bonds (196-F-1995) of league's second-best Nagasaki. Bonds had a very good evening with a double-double of 35 points and 10 rebounds. Bad luck as Nagasaki lost that game 92-98 to slightly higher-ranked Chiba (#1, 28-9). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the top position in East. Nagasaki still maintains its place in the top 2 of the standings, even despite this loss. His team's 24-13 record is not bad at all. Bonds is well-known at Nagasaki and is a proven leader in his second season with the team. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 23.3ppg (#1). His other stats are also decent: 10.9rpg and 4.5apg.

Third on the list of top players last round was British forward Myles Hesson (198-F-1990, agency: Octagon Europe) of Kagawa FA (#7). Hesson got into 30-points club by scoring 32 points in the last round. He went also for ten rebounds . Despite Hesson's great performance Kagawa FA lost 83-85 to slightly higher-ranked Tokyo Z (#7, 9-28). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. Kagawa FA can only dream about fighting for top spots in West. They have rather bad season and 10-27 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Hesson has individually a great season in Japan. After 28 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 20.4ppg (5th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Kyle Richardson (200-PF-1991) of Kagawa FA - 27 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Isaac Butts (208-C-1989) of Koshigaya A. - 11 points, 17 rebounds and 6 assists
6. Leo Lyons (206-F-1987) of Chiba - 19 points, 17 rebounds and 7 assists
7. Eugene Phelps (198-F-1990) of Ehime OV - 21 points and 9 rebounds
8. Justin Harper (208-F-1989) of Koshigaya A. - 24 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists
9. Christian James (194-G-1996) of Bambitious N. - 31 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Taiki Sumida (182-PG-1999) of Saga B. - 23 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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JORDAN

Orthodox lands Darrin Dorsey, ex Trefl - by Abdul Hamid Addasi

Orthodox-Amman (Premier League) tabbed experienced 35-year old American 188cm point guard Darrin Dorsey (college: DWU).

Dorsey played most recently at Trefl in Polish EBL league. In 13 games he averaged 11.1ppg, 2.4rpg, 4.4apg and 1.3spg last season.

He also played 3 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he had 4.0ppg, 3.0rpg and 4.0apg.
The previous (2021) summer he played at Abejas in Mexican LNBP. In 11 games he recorded 13.9ppg, 2.4rpg, 5.7apg and 1.1spg in 2021 year. 2021-21 was a great season as he was named to Latinbasket.com All-Mexican LNBP Honorable Mention.

Dorsey is quite experienced player. He has played in ten different countries on three different continents (Europe, Latin America and of course North America). Dorsey has played previously professionally in Argentina (Union de Santa Fe), Canada (Rainmen), Colombia (Cafeteros and Bambuqueros), France (Chalon/Saor, Poitiers and Le Portel), Greece (Holargos), Israel, Lithuania (Neptunas), Romania (Cluj Napoca), Turkey (Usak) and Mexico (Ostioneros de Guaymas).

The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his college team made it to the Lithuanian Cup Final Four in 2020.

He was also voted Eurobasket.com All-French ProB Guard of the Year back in 2016.
Dorsey is close to retirement age as a player. It's very possible he may end his playing career at Orthodox.
He graduated from Dakota Wesleyan University in 2011 and it will be his twelfth (!!!) season as a professional player.

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JUCO

Knights outlast Lamar in overtime to tally first sub-region win - by Eurobasket News

Ramiah Adedigba (6'2''-G) finished the night with 33 points, as North Platte outlasted Lamar Community College 103-102 in overtime on Tuesday night. Adedigba's point total is his second highest of the season to pace three Knights players in double digits. Bruce Carpenter closed out the game with 27 points on 10-of-24 shooting, while teammate Davion Evans (6'0''-PG) chipped in 16 points, five rebounds and six assists in the win. The Runnin' Lopes rebounded from the first half deficit to retake the lead in the early moments of the second half. The game remained tight as the margin never exceeded five until the final minute of regulation. A pair of free throws from Adedigba pushed the Knights lead to 91-85, but a 7-1 run capped off by a desperation three pointer in the closing seconds forced the game into an overtime period. In the extra period, the Knights and Runnin' Lopes exchanged the lead as the early moments featured three lead changes. Aleksa Rudic (6'7''-F-2001) provided the spark the Knights needed off the bench in the final frame as a follow tip and pullup jumper helped the Knights maintain the slight edge. Lamar responded with a big three by Abel Maes to briefly take the lead, but clutch free throws from Adedigba in the final seconds proved to be what the Knights needed to earn the victory. As a team, the Knights closed out the game shooting 46.2 percent (36-78) from the field, including 23-of-32 from the free throw line. North Platte surged out to a 12-7 lead in the opening minutes of first half, as Carpenter drove the lane and finished the contested layup. The Runnin' Lopes never let the Knights run away and narrowed the lead to one on an alley-oop dunk by Connor Landell (6'8''-F), but the Knights managed to rebuild a six-point lead with 7:06 to play in the opening half. The Runnin' Lopes attempted to swing the momentum by utilizing a short burst to retake the lead, but Carpenter completed the old fashioned three-point play on the Knights next offensive possession to steal back the lead. North Platte never relinquished their lead in the closing minutes of the opening half and built a 48-44 advantage at the break. North Platte (10-10) returns home for Scouts Recognition Day on Saturday against Southeast Community College. Tip is set for 4 p.m. inside the McDonald-Belton Gymnasium.
Courtesy of: npcc.prestosports.com

Bryce Zephir transfers to Salt Lake Community College - by Eurobasket News

Salt-Lake-Community-College added to their roster guard Bryce Zephir (6'4''-200lbs). Carson (CA) native played for the last two years at University of North Texas (NCAA Division I). His team won C-USA Regular Season Championship and he helped N.Texas make it to the C-USA Tournament Semifinals and NIT Sweet 16 in 2022.
Zephir played also at Chipola College in 2020-2021. His team won NJCAA D1 South Atlantic District Championship, Panhandle Conference Regular Season Co-Championship and FCSAA Tournament and he helped N.Texas make it to the NJCAA D1 Final Four in 2021.
He graduated Santa Monica High in 2020.

(via @VerbalCommits)

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KENYA

SPB 2023 - Valentine Nyakinda (ex KEN NT) is a newcomer at Toros - by Francisco Vega

Toros-de-Aragua (SPB) added to their roster 30-year old Kenyan international power forward Valentine Nyakinda (201cm-1992) for season 2023. Nyakinda just played at Kenya National Team in Kenyan league. He missed last season and had one year break from professional basketball. Nyakinda has been regularly called to Kenyan Senior National Team since 2019.
He has played also professionally in Kenya (Kenya Ports Authority).
His team made it to the Premier League Semifinals in 2019.

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LATVIA

LBL D2 Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Rihards STRAUTS

Livani
(199-G-1991)
Avg: 26.4

26.4

25.9

25.7

25.5

20.9

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LEBANON

Stats Leaders - Men

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jordan JACKSON

Antranik
(190-G-1997)
Avg: 25.7

25.7

25.5

25.1

24.4

23.9

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LITHUANIA

Stats Leaders - LKL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Arturs ZAGARS

Nevezis
(190-G-2000)
Avg: 16.6

16.6

16.4

16.1

16.0

15.6

Stats Leaders - NKL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Martynas MAZEIKA

Kretinga
(193-G-1985)
Avg: 20.0

20.0

18.1

17.2

17.1

17.1

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LUXEMBOURG

Scoring Leaders - DBBL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Lamar MALLORY

Etzella
(201-PF-1990)
Avg: 27.3

27.3

25.4

25.1

25.0

24.3

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MBL

NYC Black Eagles beat Salutche Bears in MBL - by Eurobasket News

NYC Black Eagles beat Salutche Bears in MBL. They improved to a 2-11 record after a 118-107 win.
Mount Vernon Power keep the top place with a 10-1 record at the Northeast division. DFW Gorillas meanwhile are on top of the South with a 13-1 record. Tennessee Templars conquer Southeast with a 13-1 record, whilst Michigan Avengers are undefeated with a 14-0 record in Midwest.

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MONTENEGRO

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Nenad VUKOVIC

Jedinstvo
(192-PG-1994)
Avg: 22.8

22.8

20.5

19.9

19.5

18.7

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NAIA

NAIA1 Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Riley MINIX

Southeastern
(201-SF-)
Avg: 25.7

25.7

21.2

19.4

16.8

15.7

Late rally powers Milligan to season sweep of TWU - by Eurobasket News

The Milligan University men's basketball team scored on nine consecutive possessions in the final 5:03 of regulation to earn a 69-63 victory at Tennessee Wesleyan on Tuesday night. The victory marked a season sweep of the second-place Bulldogs for Milligan. The Buffs move to 9-14 on the season and 9-11 in Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC) league play. Tennessee Wesleyan falls to 14-7, 13-7 AAC. The Bulldogs held a 54-50 edge with 5:20 left in regulation. The Buffs proceeded to outscore TWU 19-9 the rest of the way to earn the road victory. Samuel Gold (6'7''-F) started the Buffs' rally with a three and Sami Sanad (6'6''-F-1998)'s steal and layup put the Buffs ahead 55-54. Finn McClure (6'0''-PG) canned a jumper after a TWU basket and Sanad sank two free throws to put Milligan up 62-58 with 1:48 remaining in regulation. The Bulldogs made a three on their next trip to make it a 63-61 game with under 90 seconds left. After a lengthy possession, Sanad found McClure for a left-wing triple to prompt a TWU timeout with the Buffs ahead 66-61 with 59 seconds remaining. Jackson Gabriel converted a pair of free throws with 27 seconds left to push the Buffs' lead to five (68-63). Sanad blocked TWU's next attempt and the Bulldogs' next shot missed its mark. McClure made a free throw and the Buffs held on for the six-point win. Three-pointers by Dylan Bartley (6'1''-G) and McClure helped Milligan establish an early eight-point edge (10-2) over the game's first four minutes of action. The Buffs and Bulldogs exchanged points back and forth over the next six minutes before Eli Walls' triple put Milligan's lead at 20-12 at the midway point of the first half. The Buffs pushed their edge to double digits (24-13) with a basket by Adam Graham with six minutes to play in the half. The Bulldogs responded with a 12-2 run to bring the Buffs' edge to one (26-25) with three minutes left in the half. Both teams scored in the final 10 seconds of the half as Milligan carried a 28-27 lead into the break. The first five minutes of the second half saw the lead change hands seven times as neither team scored consecutive baskets until the Bulldogs took a 38-35 lead with 14 minutes to play. The Bulldogs built their lead to seven points (47-40) around the 10-minute mark but a three-pointer by Gold kept the Buffs within two possessions. The Bulldogs scored on back-to-back possessions to lead 53-47, promoting a Milligan timeout with seven minutes left in regulation. Gabriel and Gold sank triples to cut the lead to one (54-53) with five minutes left. Gold led the way offensively with 15 points, four rebounds and four assists. He shot six-of-nine from the field and three-of-six from deep. Sanad made six-of-seven foul shots on his way to 14 points and five assists. McClure had 11 points and Bartley added eight. The Buffs won the rebounding (32-30) and turnover (11-8) battles. Milligan made nine threes at 45 percent while TWU sank five triples at 22.7 percent. Milligan hosts Bluefield on Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m.
Courtesy of: milliganbuffs.com

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NBA

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Luka DONCIC

Dallas M.
(201-G-1999)
Avg: 33.4

33.4

33.3

32.3

30.9

30.8

Terrence Ross, Magic Could Agree To Buyout - by Eurobasket News

Terrence Ross (6'7''-SF-1991, college: Washington) is a potential buyout candidate after he was not traded at the deadline by the Orlando Magic, sources tell Michael Scotto of Hoopshype. Ross re-signed with the Magic on a four-year, $54 million deal in 2019. On his expiring contract, Ross is averaging 8.0 points, 2.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 22.5 minutes over 42 games with the Magic. Ross is represented by Aaron Mintz of CAA.
Courtesy of: realgm.com

Celtics lose Jaylen Brown, hold on to beat Sixers 106-99 - by Eurobasket News

The NBA-leading Boston Celtics scrounged enough out of their bench to keep the Philadelphia 76ers at bay in the Eastern Conference playoff race. With three of the Celtics' regular starters out - and Jaylen Brown (6'6''-G/F-1996, college: California) soon to join them - Malcolm Brogdon (6'5''-SG-1992, college: Virginia) and Derrick White (6'4''-G-1994, college: Colorado) scored 19 points apiece to lead Boston to a 106-99 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night. Brown, who missed the previous game with a non-COVID illness, left the game after colliding with Jayson Tatum under the basket when they were both going for an offensive rebound. Brown appeared to take Tatum's elbow in the left side of his head. He went to the floor and was slow to get up; when he did, he went straight to the locker room, rubbing his left eye and temple. The team announced at the start of the third quarter that he had a facial contusion and would not return. After the game, coach JJoe Mazzulla said he had no more information, but Brogdon said Brown appeared to be in pain when he left. 'I called him but he didn't answer,' Mazzulla said. 'But I'll get that ASAP. I hope he's OK.' Tatum had 12 points, nine assists and eight rebounds for Boston, which won for the fourth time in five games to add to the NBA's best record (39-16). The 76ers (34-19) are second in the Atlantic Division and third in the Eastern Conference, having lost both matchups with the Celtics this season. 'Boston has beaten us twice, and Boston won the East last year. Boston is the best team in the East. I said that before,' Sixers coach Doc Rivers said. 'It's our job to prove that wrong. But we have a lot of time to do that.' Joel Embiid (7'0''-C/F-1994, college: Kansas) scored 28 points and James Harden added 26 points and 11 assists for the Sixers, who lost their second game in a row. They had won nine of their previous 11. Marcus Smart, Robert Williams III and Al Horford (6'9''-C/F-1986, college: Florida) all missed the game with injuries. Blake Griffin (6'10''-PF-1989, college: Oklahoma) got the start and hit five 3-pointers for a season-high 15 points, and Grant Williams (6'6''-F-1998, college: Tennessee) scored 15 points and added eight rebounds. In all, the Boston bench outscored Philadelphia's 31-21, with three other usual second-stringers contributing 49 points from the starting lineup. The Celtics made 19 of 35 from 3-point range. 'I could have made some of those 3s,' Rivers told reporters. 'Well, maybe not me. I was a poor shooter. But someone in this room could have made those 3s.'
Courtesy of: apnews.com

Kyrie Irving scores 24 in Dallas debut as Mavericks beat Clippers 110-104 - by Eurobasket News

Kyrie Irving (6'3''-G-1992, college: Duke) scored 24 points in his Dallas debut and the Mavericks defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 110-104 on Wednesday night. The eight-time All-Star was traded to the Mavs on Sunday from the Brooklyn Nets. He was part of a 13-0 spurt early in the game, scoring eight points on a jumper and back-to-back 3-pointers. Irving had four rebounds and five assists in 37 minutes of what amounted to a dress rehearsal before injured Luka Doncic (6'7''-G-1999) returns to give the Mavs a powerhouse backcourt. Reggie Bullock (6'7''-SG-1991, college: UNC) scored 15 of his 18 points in the first quarter against his former team. All five Dallas starters reached double figures. Norman Powell (6'4''-SG-1993, college: UCLA) had 24 points for the Clippers.
Courtesy of: arabnews.com

Raptors Acquire Jakob Poeltl For Khem Birch, Draft Picks - by Eurobasket News

Sources: Suns acquiring Kevin Durant in blockbuster deal with Nets - by Eurobasket News

The Phoenix Suns are acquiring 13-time NBA All-Star Kevin Durant (6'9''-SF-1988, college: Texas) in a blockbuster trade with the Brooklyn Nets, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski early Thursday. Phoenix is sending Mikal Bridges (6'6''-G/F-1996, college: Villanova), Cameron Johnson (6'9''-F-1996, college: UNC), Jae Crowder (6'6''-F-1990, college: Marquette), four first-round picks and a 2028 pick swap to Brooklyn, according to sources. The picks, in 2023, 2025, 2027 and 2029, are unprotected. The Suns are also getting forward T.J. Warren (6'8''-F-1993, college: NC State) in the trade, sources said. Durant wanted the move and new Suns majority owner Mat Ishbia pushed to get a deal done ahead of Thursday's NBA trade deadline. The Nets are expected to explore trade scenarios for Crowder ahead of the 3 p.m. ET deadline, sources told ESPN. After the Nets traded Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks at the beginning of the week, Durant had been engaged in conversations with Nets owner Joe Tsai and general manager Sean Marks on the direction of the franchise and its ability to be a championship contender, ESPN reported Tuesday. Sources told ESPN then that the Nets insisted to Durant and inquiring teams that the organization had no intention of moving him prior to the Thursday deadline. Ishbia has been fully engaged in overseeing the Suns operation and aggressive in pursuing ways to make a major and immediate impact. Durant joins a starting lineup that already includes an All-Star backcourt of Chris Paul and Devin Booker, along with center Deandre Ayton. Entering Wednesday, the Suns were 18-1 to win the NBA championship, per Caesars Sportsbook. They are now +525 to win it all, the second-shortest odds in the NBA and shortest among Western Conference teams. Durant -- who asked out and later rescinded a trade demand in the offseason -- held a strong interest in an offseason trade to Phoenix, sources said. There is optimism that Durant, who is currently out with an MCL sprain in his right knee, will be ready to return to action after the mid-February All-Star break, according to sources.
Durant, 34, has three years and $153 million left on his contract after this season. The former league MVP attended the Nets' loss to the LA Clippers on Monday night in Brooklyn but did not answer reporters' questions on his way out of Barclays Center. Irving, who scored 24 points against the Clippers in his debut with the Mavericks on Wednesday night, reacted to the trade after the game, saying he was praying for Durant's "happiness and praying for his well-being." "This business changes so quickly. He's getting a little bit older, I'm getting a little bit older, I just love the competition now that we can be in the same conference," Irving said. "I welcome all that. Get to see him a little bit more, probably playing against Phoenix a lot more. That's what I'm looking forward to. Everything else and in between, I just, I'm glad that he got out of there." According to Elias Sports Bureau research, this marks the first time a team had two All-Stars on its roster to start a season, with both players changing teams later in the season. In the span of one year, the Nets traded Durant, Irving and James Harden. They played a total of 16 games together in Brooklyn. With the departures of Irving and Durant, Brooklyn does not have a player on its roster that is averaging at least 20 points this season. The Nets are the only team in the NBA with that distinction. Durant is averaging 29.7 points in 2022-23, the third-most PPG at the time of changing teams midseason in NBA history (minimum five games), trailing only Wilt Chamberlain in 1964-65 and Allen Iverson in 2006-07. The Suns have never won an NBA title and, entering this season, are at 54 consecutive campaigns without a league championship. That is the third-longest active streak, behind only the Kings (71) and Hawks (64). The Suns made the Finals two seasons ago, but lost to the Milwaukee Bucks in six games. They also played in the Finals in 1976 and 1993. Durant will look to be the piece that gets the Suns over the hump, and his playoff career speaks volumes: He has the fourth-highest career playoff PPG (29.4) in NBA history, trailing only Michael Jordan (33.4), Luka Doncic (32.5) and Iverson (29.7). He will also be the first former MVP to play for the Suns since Steve Nash's last season with the team in 2011-12.
Courtesy of: espn.com

Knicks Acquire Josh Hart From Blazers For Cam Reddish, Protected First Rounder - by Eurobasket News

The New York Knicks have agreed to acquire Josh Hart (6'5''-G-1995, college: Villanova) from the Portland Trail Blazers for Cam Reddish (6'8''-F/G-1999, college: Duke), Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk (6'7''-G/F-1997, college: Kansas), Ryan Arcidiacono (6'3''-G-1994, college: Villanova) and a protected first round pick. The pick is lottery protected by the Knicks in 2023 and converts to four future second round picks if not conveyed this year. Hart has a $12.96 million player option next season that becomes non-guaranteed if he exercises. Hart played collegiately at Villanova with Jalen Brunson.
Courtesy of: realgm.com

Lakers, Jazz, Wolves Finalizing Three-Way Trade - by Eurobasket News

A three-team deal involving the Lakers, Jazz and Timberwolves is in the process of being finalized, tweets ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. The trade will send Minnesota guard D'Angelo Russell (6'5''-SG-1996, college: Ohio St.) to L.A., along with Utah's Malik Beasley (6'5''-G-1996, college: FSU) and Jarred Vanderbilt (6'10''-F/C-1999, college: Kentucky). The Wolves will get point guard Mike Conley (6'1''-PG-1987, college: Ohio St.), Nickeil Alexander-Walker (6'5''-G-1998, college: Virginia Tech), the less favorable of the Wizards' and Grizzlies' second-round picks in 2024 (from the Lakers) and Utah's second-round picks in 2025 and 2026, sources tell Wojnarowski. Utah will receive Russell Westbrook (6'3''-G-1988, college: UCLA) and a 2027 first-round pick from the Lakers that is top-four protected. In addition, the Jazz will acquire Juan Toscano-Anderson (6'6''-F-1993, college: Marquette) and Damian Jones (7'0''-C-1995, college: Vanderbilt). After months of searching, the Lakers found a way to unload Westbrook's $47.1MM contract and only had to part with one of their two tradable future first-rounders. Westbrook has adapted well this season to a sixth man role under new head coach Darvin Ham, but his contract was still considered a burden and his lack of outside shooting made him a poor fit for L.A.'s offense. The Jazz are expected to pursue a buyout with Westbrook once the trade is official, tweets Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report. If an agreement is reached, the Clippers would be interested in signing Westbrook, according to Haynes. He adds that the Bulls are also considering Westbrook, which would reunite him with Billy Donovan, his former coach in Oklahoma City. The Lakers were able to add the shooters they had been seeking in Russell and Beasley, along with a versatile frontcourt addition in Vanderbilt. Russell, whom L.A. selected with the second overall pick in the 2015 draft, is connecting at 39.1% from three-point range this season, while Beasley is shooting 35.9% from long distance, providing two new weapons to space the floor around LeBron James and Anthony Davis. Russell will be an unrestricted free agent this summer, Beasley has a $16.5MM team option for 2023/24, and Vanderbilt's $4.7MM salary for '23/24 is mostly non-guaranteed, so the Lakers will still have the flexibility to create significant cap room in the offseason if they so choose. They could also operate over the cap by hanging onto Beasley and Vanderbilt and attempting to re-sign Russell and Rui Hachimura, whom they acquired last month. The Wolves, who have encountered difficulty incorporating Rudy Gobert into their offense, should benefit by reuniting him with Conley, his former Jazz teammate. Conley also brings a veteran presence that was lacking on a young Minnesota team - he'll be charged with helping to make the Wolves' Twin Towers approach work once Karl-Anthony Towns returns from his calf injury. Unlike Russell, Conley is under contract for next season - his $24.4MM salary is partially guaranteed for $14.3MM. That will reduce the Wolves' cap flexibility this offseason, but also ensures they won't have to worry about losing their starting point guard for nothing in free agency. As Wojnarowski points out, by acquiring the Lakers' lightly protected 2027 first-rounder, the Jazz are adding another valuable piece to their collection of draft assets. Utah will have 15 first-round picks with little or no protections through 2029, along with a talented young core to build around and possibly more than $60MM in cap space this summer. Even before a potential Westbrook buyout, the deal will open up a roster spot for the Jazz, who are sending out four players and only taking three back. The Wolves, who are acquiring two players for one, will have to waive a player from their 15-man roster to accommodate the extra newcomer.
Courtesy of: hoopsrumors.com

Bucks To Acquire Jae Crowder - by Eurobasket News

Veteran forward Jae Crowder (6'6''-F-1990, college: Marquette) is being traded to the Bucks, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic, who reports that the Nets have agreed to a trade that will send Crowder to Milwaukee, with the Bucks giving up a total of five second-round picks. Sources tell Charania that it will be a three-team trade, with Bucks forward Jordan Nwora (6'8''-F-1998, college: Louisville) and two second-round picks (via the Bucks) heading to the Pacers. Indiana is waiving reserve center Goga Bitadze to make room for Nwora, Charania adds. It's unclear at this time which players will be sent to Brooklyn for salary-matching purposes, but it seems like the Nets will receive three second-round picks from Milwaukee. Crowder, 32, has sat out the entire 2022/23 season while awaiting a trade. He was sent to the Nets as part of the blockbuster trade that will send Kevin Durant to Phoenix, and now will be rerouted to Milwaukee. The Bucks had been linked to Crowder for months in trade rumors - they were recently granted permission to speak with him, and now they are finally acquiring him. In 67 games (28.1 MPG) with Phoenix in '21/22, Crowder averaged 9.3 PPG, 5.3 RPG, 1.9 APG and 1.4 SPG on .399/.348/.789 shooting. According to John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM (Twitter link), Suns head coach Monty Williams spoke to Crowder over the summer to inform him that Cameron Johnson (who was also sent to the Nets in the Durant deal) would be the starting power forward in '22/23. Crowder responded by saying he would prefer a contract extension or a trade. Evidently Williams found the 3-and-D specialist 'too difficult to manage' and preferred to have him away from the team, per Gambadoro. Bitadze is earning $4.77MM in the final season of his rookie scale contract. The former 18th overall pick has only appeared in 21 games for an average of 9.6 minutes per contest this season. He will become an unrestricted free agent if he clears waivers. Nwora, meanwhile, was the 45th overall pick of the 2020 draft. He re-signed with the Bucks on a two-year, $6.2MM contract in the offseason, but hasn't played much, appearing in 38 games with averages of 6.0 PPG and 3.1 RPG in 15.7 MPG. The 24-year-old has some offensive upside - he has converted 37.6% of his career three-pointers, including 39.2% this season. However, he obviously wasn't in the Bucks' long-term plans, and now the Pacers will be taking a flyer on him in addition to adding a couple of second-rounders.
Courtesy of: hoopsrumors.com

Thunder To Trade Mike Muscala To Celtics - by Eurobasket News

The Celtics will acquire big man Mike Muscala (6'11''-F/C-1991, college: Bucknell) from the Thunder in exchange for Justin Jackson (6'8''-F-1995, college: UNC) and two second-round picks, tweets Shams Charania of The Athletic. Mike Muscala, 31, has spent the last several seasons in Oklahoma City, playing a relatively consistent role as a solid floor-spacing frontcourt reserve as the team shifted from playoff contention into rebuilding mode. Since joining the Thunder in 2019, Mike Muscala has averaged 7.0 PPG and 3.0 RPG in 168 total games (14.5 MPG), making 1.5 threes per game at a 39.2% clip. Those numbers are very similar to the ones he has put up in 43 games (14.5 MPG) so far this season - 6.2 PPG, 3.1 RPG, and a .394 3PT%. While Mike Muscala isn't exactly an impact player, he's a good fit for a Celtics team that had been on the hunt for frontcourt insurance behind Robert Williams and Al Horford. The terms of Mike Muscala's contract give him the ability to veto a trade, but it's hard to imagine he'd turn down the opportunity to join a legitimate title contender. Since Jackson is on a minimum-salary contract, his $1.84MM cap hit isn't enough to match Mike Muscala's incoming $3.5MM salary, so the Celtics will have to use a trade exception left over from last year's trade deadline to acquire the big man. The Thunder will take on Jackson using the minimum salary exception, generating a new trade exception equivalent to Mike Muscala's $3.5MM salary. As Bobby Marks of ESPN tweets, the deal projects to increase the Celtics' luxury tax bill from about $58.9MM to $65.3MM.
Courtesy of: hoopsrumors.com

Report: Nuggets acquire C Bryant from Lakers - by Eurobasket News

The Denver Nuggets are set to acquire centre Thomas Bryant (6'10''-F/C-1997, college: Indiana) from the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for guard Davon Reed (6'6''-G-1995, college: Miami, FL) and three second-round picks, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. Bryant, 25, has played 41 games with the Lakers this season, averaging 12.1 points and 6.8 rebounds on 65 per cent shooting. He averaged 14.5 points and 8.6 rebounds in 25 starts in place of Anthony Davis this season. He was originally selected 42nd overall by the Utah Jazz in the 2017 NBA Draft.
Reed, 27, is averaging 2.3 points and 1.6 rebounds in 35 games this season. He was originally selected in the second round (32nd overall) by the Phoenix Suns in the 2017 NBA Draft.
Courtesy of: tsn.ca

Report: Suns trade Dario Saric to Thunder, nab forward Darius Bazley - by Eurobasket News

Report: Pelicans add Josh Richardson, trade Devonte' Graham to Spurs - by Eurobasket News

The New Orleans Pelicans have acquired guard Josh Richardson (6'5''-G-1993, college: Tennessee) in a deal with the New Orleans Pelicans, according to The Athletic's Shams Charania.
Pelicans reportedly receive:
Josh Richardson

Spurs reportedly receive:
Devonte' Devonte Graham (6'2''-PG-1995, college: Kansas)
Four second-round picks.
Richardson is averaging 11.5 points, 2.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists over 42 games this season. Devonte Graham has struggled this season with averages of 5.3 points and 1.4 rebounds over 53 games.
Courtesy of: nba.com

Magic trading Mo Bamba to Lakers for Patrick Beverley - by Eurobasket News

The Los Angeles Lakers have traded veteran guard Patrick Beverley (6'1''-PG-1988, college: Arkansas) to the Orlando Magic in exchange for center Mohamed Bamba (6'11''-C-1998, college: Texas), league sources tell The Athletic. Here's what you need to know:
-The Lakers are sending second-round draft compensation with Beverley to Orlando, according to sources.
- In 45 games with the Lakers, Beverley averaged 6.4 points and 2.6 assists in 26.9 minutes per game. He's shooting 40 percent from the field and 34 percent from 3.
- Bamba joins stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis in Los Angeles. The 24-year-old is averaging 7.3 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.0 blocks per game this season.
Courtesy of: theathletic.com

Clippers acquire Mason Plumlee, Eric Gordon and Bones Hyland at trade deadline - by Eurobasket News

Guards Reggie Jackson (6'3''-PG-1990, college: Boston Coll.) and Luke Kennard (6'5''-G-1996, college: Duke) were among the first Clippers to leave the team's locker room Wednesday night. A day later, both were on their way out of Los Angeles ahead of the NBA's trade deadline as part of deals that saw the Clippers overhaul their bench.
The Clippers are sending Jackson, their backup point guard and a second-round pick in 2028, to Charlotte for Mason Plumlee (6'11''-PF-1990, college: Duke), who will fill their gaping need for a backup center. Kennard, a backup shooting guard who'd recently fallen out of the rotation, is going to Memphis in exchange for three future second-round picks. Backup point guard John Wall (6'4''-PG-1990, college: Kentucky) is on his way to Houston, and in return the Clippers will receive Eric Gordon (6'4''-G-1988, college: Indiana), the shooting guard who began his career with the Clippers.
In yet another move, the Clippers added Denver second-year wing Bones Hyland in exchange for a pair of future second-round picks. All of the transactions were confirmed by people with knowledge of the trades but not authorized to speak publicly because the transactions are not official. The moves filled priorities the team had long sought to address: Backstopping starting center Ivica Zubac with a capable understudy and breaking up the logjam within its guard rotation. Wall, who was bought out in Houston in the summer and signed with the Clippers with high hopes of reviving his All-Star form alongside Kawhi Leonard and close friend Paul George (6'9''-G/F-1990, college: Fresno St.), displayed elements that were otherwise missing on the roster - his breakaway speed in transition, and vision. Wall also owned one of the worst plus-minus ratings on the team. His turnovers and shot selection never saw him progress from being a reserve. Jackson went from a longtime starting point guard to out of the rotation entirely in January. Though he'd played his way back into second-unit ballhandler minutes because of an abdominal injury to Wall in mid-January - and was in many respects the beating heart of the Clippers roster - his expiring contract was used to acquire Plumlee. Kennard made 44.8% of his three-pointers in three seasons with the Clippers, but the frequency with which he turned down shots at times rankled coaches who implored him to shoot. He had fallen out of the rotation this month after returning from a calf injury.
Courtesy of: latimes.com

Source: Warriors trade James Wiseman; Hawks get Saddiq Bey - by Eurobasket News

The Golden State Warriors are trading center James Wiseman (7'1''-C-2001, college: Memphis) to the Detroit Pistons as part of a multiteam deal that sends Saddiq Bey (6'7''-F-1998, college: Villanova) to the Atlanta Hawks and Gary Payton II (6'3''-G-1992, college: Oregon St.) from the Portland Trail Blazers back to the Warriors, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski on Thursday. The Hawks are sending five second-round picks to the Warriors to acquire Bey, a source told ESPN. Forward Kevin Knox II (6'7''-SF-1999, college: Kentucky, agency: Verus Management) was traded from the Pistons to the Warriors, who then rerouted Knox and the five second-rounders to the Trail Blazers for Payton. The Warriors will save roughly $7 million in luxury tax this year after Thursday's trades -- and $30 million in 2023-2024. The injury-riddled Wiseman, 21, had fallen out of the rotation with the Warriors this season, averaging 6.9 points and 3.5 rebounds. He was sent to the G League for seven games in November after struggling early this season. He then missed another 15 games with an ankle injury and has seen action in just two games since, scoring 15 points in 21 minutes. The No. 2 pick in the 2020 draft ended up playing just 60 games with the Warriors -- the fourth-fewest games played by a top-two pick to make his debut with a team in NBA history, according to Elias Sports Bureau. Wiseman hasn't played a full basketball season in four years. He played just three games at Memphis in 2019-20, tore his meniscus during his rookie NBA season and then faced numerous setbacks that kept him out all of 2021-22.
Payton, 30, was averaging 3.7 points and 2.6 rebounds in 14 games for Portland this season. He returns to Golden State, where he spent the two previous seasons and set career-highs last year with averages of 7.1 points and 3.5 rebounds in 71 games.
Bey is a sharpshooting forward in his third season after being drafted No. 19 overall in the 2020 NBA draft. He is the first player in Pistons history to make 100 3-pointers in each of his first three NBA seasons. Atlanta ranks 28th in 3-pointers attempted per game this season. Bey, 23, is averaging nearly 15 points per game while shooting 34.5% on 5.6 3s per game. After starting all 82 games last season, Bey has been in and out of Dwane Casey's starting lineup this season. The Hawks made another cost-cutting move Thursday, trading Justin Holiday and Frank Kaminsky to the Houston Rockets in exchange for Garrison Matthews and Bruno Fernando, sources told ESPN.
Knox, 23, the ninth overall pick in the 2018 draft by the New York Knicks, is heading to Portland after averaging 5.8 points and 2.6 rebounds in 41 games this season. He played four seasons in New York before spending the 2021-22 season with the Hawks.
Courtesy of: espn.com

Hawks Trade Justin Holiday, Frank Kaminsky To Rockets For Garrison Matthews, Bruno Fernando - by Eurobasket News

The Atlanta Hawks have agreed to trade Justin Holiday (6'6''-SF-1989, college: Washington) and Frank Kaminsky (7'0''-F/C-1993, college: Wisconsin) to the Houston Rockets for Garrison Matthews and Bruno Fernando (6'10''-C-1998, college: Maryland). The Hawks will also send two second round picks to the Rockets. The deal saves money for the Hawks, who also acquired Saddiq Bey (6'7''-F-1998, college: Villanova) at the deadline.
Courtesy of: realgm.com

Matisse Thybulle To Blazers, Jalen McDaniels To Sixers In Three-Team Trade - by Eurobasket News

The Trail Blazers are in the process of finalizing a trade for Sixers defensive ace Matisse Thybulle (6'5''-G/F-1997, college: Washington), reports Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report. According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, it'll be a three-team deal that also includes the Hornets, with forward Jalen McDaniels (6'10''-PF-1998, college: SDSU) headed to Philadelphia and Charlotte acquiring multiple second-round picks. Veteran wing Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk (6'7''-G/F-1997, college: Kansas), whom the Blazers agreed to acquire in the Josh Hart trade with New York, will be flipped to the Hornets in this deal, Woj adds.
Bobby Marks of ESPN provides the full breakdown of the agreement:
- Sixers to acquire McDaniels, the Knicks' 2024 second-round pick (from Charlotte), and the Trail Blazers' 2029 second-round pick.
- Blazers to acquire Thybulle.
- Hornets to acquire the most favorable of the Hornets', Hawks', and Nets' 2023 second-round picks (from Philadelphia), the most favorable of the Pelicans' and Blazers' 2027 second-round picks (from Portland), and Mykhailiuk (from Portland).
In addition to adding a couple of second-round picks and a versatile forward in McDaniels, the Sixers will also dip under the luxury tax line with this move - they were previously $1.1MM over, but by swapping Thybulle ($4.38MM) for McDaniels ($1.93MM), they'll now be about $1.35MM under. McDaniels, 25, is having the most productive season of his four-year career. Through 56 games with Charlotte (21 starts, 26.7 MPG), he held averages of 10.6 PPG, 4.8 RPG, 2.0 APG and 1.2 SPG on .447/.332/.846 shooting. The former 52nd overall pick will be an unrestricted free agent in the summer, but the Sixers will hold his Bird rights if they want to re-sign him. Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports reported last month that the Blazers were targeting players athletic players with size and 3-and-D wings. While Thybulle isn't a great shooter, he is a terrific athlete and was named to the All-Defensive Second Team in two of his first three seasons, so he fulfills some of what they were looking for. Like Cam Reddish, whom the Blazers acquired in the Josh Hart deal, Thybulle will be a restricted free agent in the summer if Portland extends him a qualifying offer. The defensive stalwart was the 20th overall pick back in 2019. Evidently the Hornets decided they didn't want to pay McDaniels in the offseason and instead chose to add a couple of second-round picks. While they did give up one (New York's 2024 pick), they also received two in return, with their own pick almost certain to come back to them (the Sixers controlled it from a previous trade). That pick will land in the early 30s, so it has solid value. Mykhaliuk was also sent to Portland in the Hart deal and will now be rerouted to Charlotte. He has hardly played this season, but the Hornets will get a cheap flyer on him if they want to keep him around - he was drafted by GM Mitch Kupchak back in 2016 when the two were with the Lakers.
Courtesy of: hoopsrumors.com

Report: Bucks Trade Jordan Nwora to Pacers - by Eurobasket News

Former Louisville men's basketball standout and current Milwaukee Bucks forward Jordan Nwora (6'8''-F-1998, college: Louisville) on the move, and he's going to be lot closer to his alma mater. The third-year wing has been traded to the Indiana Pacers ahead of Thursday's 3:00 p.m. NBA trade deadline, according to The Athletic's Shams Charania. It's a three-way deal between the Bucks, Pacers, and the Brooklyn Nets, and revolves around Nets forward Jae Crowder, whom the Nets acquired from the Phoenix Suns the night before in their trade of Kevin Durant. The Bucks receive Crowder, the Nets receive five second round picks from the Bucks, and the Pacers receive Nwora, Serge Ibaka and two second round picks from the Bucks. The 6-foot-8, 225-pound forward has been mostly a rotational piece during his first three years in the NBA with Milwaukee, appearing in 130 games but making just 18 starts. So far this season, Nwora has appeared in 38 of the Bucks' 54 games with three starts, putting up 6.0 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.0 assists over 15.7 minutes per game. Nwora is one of nine former Cardinals to have ever won an NBA Championship, doing so in 2021 as a rookie when the Bucks took down the Suns in six games. Milwaukee drafted him in the second round of the 2020 NBA Draft with the 45th overall pick. As a junior for Louisville during the 2019-20 season, the Buffalo, NY native led the Cardinals in points per game with 18.0 and was second in rebounding with 7.7. He was the only player to be ranked in the ACC's top ten in points, rebounding, free throw percentage, field goal percentage and three-pointers made per game. He was named a First Team All-ACC selection and a Third Team All-American by the Associated Press.
Courtesy of: si.com

The Trail Blazers waive Brown III - by Eurobasket News

Portland-Trail-Blazers (NBA) waived 21-year old forward Greg Brown III (6'7''-205lbs-2001, college: Texas). But in 16 NBA games he recorded just 1.8ppg and 1.2rpg this season. Brown also played for the Trail Blazers where in 16 NBA games he averaged only 1.8ppg and 1.2rpg. He played there last season. Brown played 47 games in NBA for the same team last season where he had 4.8ppg and 2.9rpg.
Two years ago he was drafted by New Orleans Pelicans in second round (43 rd overall). The former University of Texas star is in his second season in pro basketball.
He represented USA at the McDonald's All American Games three years ago.

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Sharife COOPER

Cleveland
(185-G-2001)
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25.4

24.2

23.7

23.5

23.4

Skyhawks Sweep Knicks at Home - by Eurobasket News

The College Park Skyhawks (9-8) defeated the Westchester Knicks (6-9), 121-107, at the Gateway Center Arena on Wednesday in the conclusion of a two-game series with the Knicks. Armoni Brooks (6'3''-G-1998, college: Houston) led the Skyhawks with 28 points (11-16 FG, 5-8 3FG) and seven rebounds off the bench. Joining Brooks in the 20-point club were Brandon Williams (6'2''-PG-1999, college: Arizona) (24 points, 10 assists, five rebounds) and Langston Galloway (6'2''-G-1991, college: St.Joseph's) (21 points on 7-13 FG and 4-10 3FG). Williams collected his sixth point/assist double-double, and his third game with 20+ points and 10+ assists on the year. Tyrese Martin, on assignment from the Atlanta Hawks, set a new career high with six assists in the game. Hawks two-way player Donovan Williams also tallied 10 rebounds, a new career high for the rookie. The Skyhawks finished with .550 FG%/.433 3FG% shooting splits, shooting better than .550 FG%/.430 3FG% for the fifth time this season and for the second consecutive game. The Skyhawks made 13 of their 30 three-point attempts, marking a season-long five consecutive games with at least 12 made triples. The Skyhawks were propelled early by Brandon Williams, who scored 10 points and dished out three assists in the opening period. College Park nailed five three-pointers in the first quarter for the fourth time this season. Before halftime, Galloway (13 points), Martin (10 points), and Brooks (12 points) all got going in the second quarter, helping the Skyhawks finish with a 76-53 lead going into the break. The Skyhawks are now 9-0 on the year when scoring 70-or-more points in the first half. Martin also picked up five assists and four rebounds in the first half, matching his career high for assists in a game in 17 first-half minutes. The Knicks pushed for the lead in the third quarter, forcing seven turnovers on the way to a 31-19 quarter. The Skyhawks narrowly edged the Knicks, 26-23, in the fourth quarter behind 11 points from Brooks, who was instrumental in keeping the Knicks at bay and getting the win for the Skyhawks. "I'm happy for the team because we talked about putting these two games together and getting two wins to get over .500 on the year," said Skyhawks Head Coach Steve Gansey . "Now we have to keep that momentum going." Former Skyhawk DaQuan Jeffries (6'5''-G/F-1997, college: Tulsa), now a two-way player for the Knicks, had his second consecutive 20-point/10-rebound game, finishing with 20 points and 12 rebounds. James Akinjo (6'1''-G-2000, college: Baylor) chipped in with 17 points and eight assists off the bench. The Skyhawks will host the Long Island Nets next for "Celebrating Black History" Night on Saturday, Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m. ET.
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Antwainette WALKER

EKU
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21.4

16.3

15.8

14.6

14.5

Oklahoma, Texas agree to exit Big 12 Conference after 2023-24 season - by Eurobasket News

Oklahoma and Texas have agreed in principle to pay the Big 12 a total of $100 million to join the SEC in 2024, a year earlier than they had originally intended, the conference announced Thursday night. The agreement is subject to the final approval from the Oklahoma and Texas governing boards. While the price tag, a fee that the league is describing as foregone distributable revenues, seems like a hefty amount to pay for the early exit, both schools are expected to be able to partially offset the cost with future revenues. "As I have consistently stated, the conference would only agree to an early withdrawal if it was in our best interest for Oklahoma and Texas to depart prior to June 30, 2025," Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark said in a statement. "By reaching this agreement, we are now able to accelerate our new beginning as a 12-team league and move forward in earnest with our initiatives and future planning. I appreciate the approaches of OU President Joe Harroz and UT President Jay Hartzell to ensure an amicable conclusion to this process, and look forward to the bright days ahead for the Big 12 Conference." On July 1, the Big 12 will officially add BYU, Central Florida, Cincinnati and Houston and it will compete as a 14-team league for the upcoming season. Sources told ESPN recently that both parties were interested in finding a way for the schools to leave early, but when the athletic directors and presidents met last week in Dallas, there was no resolution. It was a quick change that even surprised some leadership within the league on Thursday afternoon. Since the summer of 2021, speculation has run rampant that the Big 12's cofounders would leave early, but the finances have been at the heart of the discussions. The current Big 12 media rights deal expires in June 2025, and the television network negotiations reportedly stalled last week. Two sources told ESPN that instead of multiple games and pick swaps, which were a big part of the initial negations, the agreement came down to cash. A portion of the more than $100 million in exit fees will go to Fox to compensate for the equivalent of seven lost Texas and Oklahoma football games. A key part of the deal to let the two schools out early was a game flip of a nonconference matchup between Michigan and Texas, sources told ESPN. Texas will now visit Michigan in 2024 in Ann Arbor and Michigan will return the game in Austin in 2027, according to sources. That game had been scheduled to play out the opposite way. The flip was a key driver in Fox agreeing to the deal, per sources. ESPN holds the entire rights to the SEC starting in 2024, which is the same season USC and UCLA are heading to the Big Ten and the College Football Playoff is expanding to 12 teams. "Finding a satisfactory resolution to this matter that is fair to all parties, and best positions the Big 12 moving forward has been a top priority," commented Texas Tech University President and Big 12 Conference Board of Directors Chairman Lawrence Schovanec. "This agreement would not have occurred without the collaboration of the presidents and chancellors of all 10 Big 12 universities, and our tremendous partners at ESPN and FOX. I am very grateful for everyone's efforts to make today's announcement possible." Texas president Jay Hartzell said the Longhorns are looking forward to completing a final 2023-24 season with "our friends and rivals." "We have always been committed to fulfilling our contractual obligations to the Big 12," Hartzell said in a prepared statement. "The collegiate athletics landscape has continued to evolve rapidly, and working together to accelerate our exit produced benefits for all parties." Oklahoma president Joseph Harroz Jr. said the decision allows everyone "to move ahead with clarity and certainty." "With the new era of collegiate athletics fully upon us, an opportunity emerged for all parties involved to explore the value of an early departure," he said. "These terms further guarantee the sustainability, stability, competitiveness and excellence of us all. The exciting matchups and passionate rivalries of the past quarter century will always be a celebrated part of our shared history. We look forward to showcasing that intensity this season, next season and beyond."
Courtesy of: espn.com

5-star PG Tahaad Pettiford commits to Bruce Pearl, Auburn basketball - by Eurobasket News

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NCAA2

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Justin MILLER

Malone
(188-G/F-)
Avg: 19.8

19.8

17.9

17.1

16.1

15.5

Lees-McRae tops Converse on Tuesday evening, 76-48 - by Eurobasket News

Lees-McRae men's basketball led for nearly 36 minutes of game action in tonight's 76-48 victory over Converse. Jeremy Golson (6'3''-G) led all scorers with 14 points on 4-7 from three-point range. Brandon Brown (6'3''-G) and Sidney Dollar (6'4''-F) each chipped 10 points for the Bobcats.
Courtesy of: lmcbobcats.com

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Johns Hopkins Tops Franklin & Marshall, 71-59 - by Eurobasket News

The ninth-ranked Johns Hopkins men's basketball team topped host Franklin & Marshall, 71-59, Tuesday night in Centennial Conference action. Hopkins improves to 19-3 overall and 13-2 in the conference while pushing its win streak to nine. Franklin & Marshall falls to 10-12 on the season and 5-10 in the CC. The Diplomats grabbed an early 7-3 lead before a Carson James layup sparked a 19-2 Blue Jay run. Six different players scored during the run, which spanned six minutes. Graduate student Tom Quarry (6'7''-F) punctuated the run with a three-pointer to stake Hopkins to a 22-9 lead with 10:56 to play in the half. The teams traded buckets over the remainder of the half and JHU took a 36-25 lead into break. Franklin & Marshall trimmed the deficit to seven less than two minutes into the second. Five straight points from senior Lincoln Yeutter (6'2''-G) pushed Hopkins' lead to 41-29 with 14:41 on the clock. The Dips answered with five quick points to cut the lead back to seven just two minutes later. The Blue Jays came right back with six unanswered points, including a Sidney Thybulle dunk, to go up 47-34. Omar Nichols (6'3''-G) hit from downtown to ignite a 6-1 spurt that pulled the home team back within eight at the 8:42-mark. Senior Conor Gibson (6'7''-G) halted the Dips' spurt when he drained a corner three that sparked a 11-5 run that pushed the Jays' lead to 59-45. The run spanned four minutes and was capped by a John Windley triple that put JHU up 59-45. The teams went back-and-forth over the final four-and-a half minutes as the Blue Jays took home the 12-point victory. Sophomore Brian Johansson (6'6''-G) led Hopkins with 14 points and nine rebounds. Quarry added 13 points, while Yeutter scored 11 and grabbed four steals. Nichols and Kevin Nowoswiat (6'3''-G) scored 15 points each to pace Franklin & Marshall. Vakaris Grauslys (6'2''-G-2003) added 10 points and Josh Parra had a team-best six rebounds. Hopkins returns to action on Saturday, February 11 against Dickinson for Senior Day. Tip-off for the Centennial Conference contest is slated for 6:00 pm at Goldfarb Gym.
Courtesy of: d3hoops.com

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Gostivar tabs Viktor Isajloski - by Zeljko Zule

KK-Gostivar (Prva Liga) inked 21-year old international 201cm forward Viktor Isajloski, agency: Mansfield and Associates. Isajloski played recently at MZT Skopje U19 team in the U19 League. He has played there for the last five years.
Isajloski has been also a member of North Macedonian international program for some years. He has regularly played for North Macedonian senior team since 2022 and two years ago for U22 National Team.
Isajloski represented North Macedonia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 Division B in Oradea (Romania) four years ago. His team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 7 games: 6.1ppg, 2.1rpg, 1.3apg, FGP: 33.3%, 3PT: 46.4%, FT: 0.0%.

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Standings - BLNO

BLNO Standings

Regular Season: Round 18

Feb. 8: Oppsal - Kongsberg 66-85
Feb. 11: Ammerud Bskt - Centrum
Feb. 11: Fyllingen - Oppsal
Feb. 11: Tromso - Nidaros Jets
Feb. 12: Tromso - Nidaros Jets
Feb. 12: Gimle - Oppsal
Feb. 12: Kongsberg - Baerum Basket
Feb. 13: Asker Aliens - Ammerud Bskt

BLNO Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Stian MJOES

Baerum B
(183-G-1989)
Avg: 25.2

25.2

23.9

23.7

23.5

21.7

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PHILIPPINES

PBA Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jordan WILLIAMS

Terrafirma
(198-G/F-1992)
Avg: 40.5

40.5

37.0

35.0

33.4

30.7

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POLAND

DBE Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jeremiah MARTIN

Slask
(189-PG-1996)
Avg: 20.4

20.4

18.9

18.8

17.5

17.0

Stats Leaders - 1Liga

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Kaheem RANSOM

Radom
(186-PG-1993)
Avg: 22.4

22.4

20.5

19.2

18.3

17.0

Standings - 2 Liga

2Liga Standings

Group A
1LKS Lodz 19-1
2Tarnovia 16-4
3Notec Inowr. 15-5
4Pyra 14-6
5 SMS PZKosz 14-6
6 Lowicz 14-6
7 AZS UMK 13-7
8 Gniezno 12-8
9 Zgierz 9-11
10 Pabianice 8-12
11 Ogniwo Szcz. 6-13
12 Trefl 2 6-14
13 AMW Gdynia 6-14
14 Gdynia GAK 4-15
15LKS Lodz 2 3-17
16TKM Wloclawek 0-20
Group B
1Pruszkow 17-2
2Energa W-wa 16-2
3Tur Bielsk Pdl. 15-4
4Zubry 14-5
5 Pisz 14-5
6 Zyrardow 11-7
7 Legionowo 9-9
8 Isetia W-wa 9-9
9 Ostrow Mazow. 7-11
10 Radom Kolejarz 7-12
11 Minsk Maz. 6-14
12 Ochota W-wa 5-14
13 AZS UJK 4-15
14Legia 2 4-15
15Lublin 2-16
Group C
1AZS AWF Mick. 20-0
2Przemysl 19-2
3Resovia 15-5
4UR Krakow 15-5
5 Bielsko-Biala 14-6
6 Cracovia 14-6
7 Rybnik 12-8
8 MKS DG 2 9-11
9 Tarn.Gory 8-12
10 Iskra Cz 8-12
11 Gliwice 2 7-13
12 AGH 2 7-13
13 Czeladz 5-15
14 Tychy 2 4-15
15AZS PCz 2-18
16Wisla Krakow 1-19
Group D
1Miedzychod 19-0
2Katowice KS 27 18-2
3Prudnik 17-3
4Koscian 15-5
5 Katy Wroc. 14-6
6 Zary 10-10
7 Slask 3 9-11
8 WKK 2 9-11
9 SKM ZG 8-11
10 Klodzko 8-11
11 Sudety 8-12
12 Olesnica 7-12
13 Gorzow 6-13
14 Siechnice 5-15
15Stal Ostrow 2 3-16
16Gimbasket 1-19

Regular Season: Round 20

Feb. 7: Lublin - Minsk Maz. 62-71
Feb. 6: Tarn.Gory - Przemysl 55-79
Feb. 4: Notec Inowr. - Lowicz 86-65
Feb. 4: Tarnovia - Pyra 78-69
Feb. 8: Gniezno - SMS PZKosz 74-82
Feb. 8: Trefl 2 - TKM Wloclawek 71-61
Feb. 5: AMW Gdynia - LKS Lodz 64-115
Feb. 8: Zgierz - LKS Lodz 2 107-81
Feb. 4: Pabianice - AZS UMK 105-90
Feb. 4: Isetia W-wa - Minsk Maz. 87-62
Feb. 5: Pisz - Radom Kolejarz 74-54
Feb. 4: Ochota W-wa - Tur Bielsk Pdl. 68-94
Feb. 4: Zubry - Zyrardow 65-72
Feb. 8: Pruszkow - Legia 2 110-66
Feb. 4: Czeladz - Rybnik 89-91
Feb. 4: UR Krakow - Tychy 2 86-64
Feb. 8: MKS DG 2 - Resovia 83-92
Feb. 5: Tarn.Gory - AGH 2 79-77
Feb. 4: Bielsko-Biala - AZS AWF Mick. 75-99
Feb. 4: Wisla Krakow - Iskra Cz 73-92
Feb. 8: Cracovia - Gliwice 2 70-58
Feb. 5: AZS PCz - Przemysl 56-78
Feb. 4: Katy Wroc. - Gorzow 96-70
Feb. 7: Slask 3 - WKK 2 93-61
Feb. 5: Zary - Gimbasket 78-57
Feb. 4: Koscian - Prudnik 75-92
Feb. 4: Stal Ostrow 2 - Sudety 72-82
Feb. 8: Siechnice - Katowice KS 27 55-78
Feb. 1: Pisz - Energa W-wa 54-69

Regular Season: Round 21

Feb. 11: Pyra - Trefl 2
Feb. 11: TKM Wloclawek - Zgierz
Feb. 11: LKS Lodz 2 - Notec Inowr.
Feb. 11: AMW Gdynia - Pabianice
Feb. 11: AZS UMK - Gdynia GAK
Feb. 11: Ogniwo Szcz. - Gniezno
Feb. 11: SMS PZKosz - Tarnovia
Feb. 11: Lowicz - LKS Lodz

Feb. 11: Minsk Maz. - Ochota W-wa
Feb. 11: Tur Bielsk Pdl. - Legia 2
Feb. 11: Pruszkow - Pisz
Feb. 11: Ostrow Mazow. - AZS UJK
Feb. 11: Energa W-wa - Zubry
Feb. 11: Zyrardow - Legionowo
Feb. 11: Lublin - Isetia W-wa

Feb. 11: Cracovia - Bielsko-Biala
Feb. 11: Tychy 2 - Gliwice 2
Feb. 11: Rybnik - UR Krakow
Feb. 11: AGH 2 - Czeladz
Feb. 11: Przemysl - Tarn.Gory
Feb. 11: Resovia - AZS PCz
Feb. 11: Iskra Cz - MKS DG 2
Feb. 11: AZS AWF Mick. - Wisla Krakow

Feb. 11: Gimbasket - SKM ZG
Feb. 11: Gorzow - Zary
Feb. 11: Katowice KS 27 - Olesnica
Feb. 11: Prudnik - Siechnice
Feb. 11: WKK 2 - Koscian
Feb. 11: Klodzko - Stal Ostrow 2
Feb. 11: Miedzychod - Slask 3
Feb. 11: Sudety - Katy Wroc.

Round 17

Feb. 8: Miedzychod - Stal Ostrow 2

Round 18

Feb. 9: Gdynia GAK - Pyra

Round 19

Feb. 9: AZS AWF Mick. - Gliwice 2

2Liga Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Calar CALIKAN

Ochota W
(--)
Avg: 24.6

24.6

23.2

22.8

22.5

20.9

1Liga Round 24: AZS PO defeat HydroTruck - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most surprising game was another loss of top-ranked HydroTruck (18-6) in Opole on Wednesday night. Visitors were edged by eighth ranked AZS PO (14-10) 84-82. AZS PO looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by HydroTruck's players. It was a good game for Hubert Pabian (201-1989) who led his team to a victory with 23 points and 8 rebounds. point guard Jakub Kobel (190-1998) contributed with 12 points and 7 assists for the winners. AZS PO's coach Robert Skibniewski used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American point guard Kaheem Ransom (186-1993, college: SHSU) replied with 31 points and 5 assists for HydroTruck. AZS PO moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Kolobrzeg. HydroTruck at the other side still keeps top position with six games lost. They share it with Walbrzych. AZS PO is looking forward to face Polonia (#17) in Bytom in the next round which should be an easy win for them. HydroTruck will have a break next round.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Dziki (17-7) against tenth ranked Polonia (13-11) on Wednesday night. Visiting Dziki was defeated by Polonia in Warszawa 81-67. Worth to mention a great performance of Patryk Pelka (202-1989) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 6 rebounds and Jan Piliszczuk who added 16 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Michal Aleksandrowicz (192-1989) with 15 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Polonia have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Koszalin. Dziki at the other side keeps the third position with seven games lost. Polonia will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Dziki will play at home against Turow and hopes to get back on the winning track.
A very close game took place in Koszalin (derby !!!) between Decka and Zak. Eleventh ranked Decka (12-12) got a very close victory on the road over higher ranked Zak (13-11). Decka managed to escape with a 1-point win 78-77 on Wednesday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Zak. The winners were led by Damian Ciesielski who scored that evening 15 points and 7 assists. Decka's coach Przemyslaw Luszczewski allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even 19 points, 9 assists and 5 steals by Mateusz Kaszowski did not help to save the game for Zak. Decka moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Krosno. Loser Zak dropped to the eighth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Polonia W-wa. Decka will meet Miast Szkla (#10) in the next round. Zak will play against SGH in Krakow and hope to secure a win.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 24: Krosno was smashed by Starogard Gd. on the road 82-63. Tychy lost to Slask 2 on its own court 72-80. Kolobrzeg managed to outperform Zgorzelec in a road game 79-72. Walbrzych managed to beat Bytom at home 82-71. Poznan crushed Lublin 2 on the opponent's court 107-72. Krakow beat WKK Wroclaw in a home game 81-76.
The most impressive performance of 24th round was 26 points and 7 rebounds by Szymon Sobiech of Krakow.

Koszalin - Pelplin 77-78

A very close game took place in Koszalin (derby !!!) between Decka and Zak. Eleventh ranked Decka (12-12) got a very close victory on the road over higher ranked Zak (13-11). Decka managed to escape with a 1-point win 78-77 on Wednesday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Zak. Decka dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to Zak's 22 and made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. The winners were led by guard Damian Ciesielski (187-1997) who scored that evening 15 points and 7 assists and swingman Karol Obarek (194-1993) supported him with 18 points. Four Decka players scored in double figures. Decka's coach Przemyslaw Luszczewski allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even 19 points, 9 assists and 5 steals by point guard Mateusz Kaszowski (181-2001) did not help to save the game for Zak. Center Mateusz Itrich (202-1997) added 8 points and 13 rebounds. Decka moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Krosno. Loser Zak dropped to the eighth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Polonia W-wa. Decka will meet Miast Szkla (#10) in the next round. Zak will play against SGH in Krakow and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Pelplin: K.Obarek 18+4reb+1ast, D.Ciesielski 15+3reb+7ast, W.Piotr 14+2reb, R.Janik 10+4reb+3ast, T.Davis 9+7reb+4ast, H.Wyszkowski 6+3reb+2ast
Koszalin: M.Kaszowski 19+2reb+9ast, J.Dloniak 13+2reb+1ast, A.Sanders 12+7reb+1ast, M.Itrich 8+13reb, W.Pisarczyk 8+5reb+2ast, M.Marcinkowski 7+4ast

Starogard Gd. - Krosno 82-63

No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Kociewskie Diably (16-8) crushed 9th ranked Miast Szkla (12-12) in Starogard Gdanski 82-63 on Wednesday. Kociewskie Diably had a 31-20 advantage in offensive rebounds. The winners were led by Wojciech Czerlonko (195-1995) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds and American point guard Daniel Venzant (178-1998, college: St.Edward's) supported him with 16 points and 4 assists (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Four Kociewskie Diably players scored in double figures. Even 16 points and 5 rebounds by Michal Jankowski (191-1987, agency: Interperformances) did not help to save the game for Miast Szkla. Forward Stanislaw Helinski (198-2000) added 11 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Kociewskie Diably moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Tychy. Loser Miast Szkla dropped to the tenth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Pelplin. Kociewskie Diably will meet Slask (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Miast Szkla will play against Decka and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Starogard Gd.: P.Lis 19+1ast, D.Venzant 16+4reb+4ast, W.Czerlonko 15+11reb+1ast, F.Malgorzaciak 12+5reb+3ast, J.Motylewski 6+3reb+1ast, D.Janiak 6+3reb+6ast
Krosno: M.Jankowski 16+5reb+2ast, K.Dubults 13+3reb, S.Helinski 11+5reb+1ast, M.Zagorski 9+5reb, D.Harris 5+4reb, P.Spica 4+4reb+3ast

Tychy - Slask 2 72-80

There was an upset when higher ranked GKS (16-8) lost to fourteenth ranked Slask (10-14) in Tychy 72-80 on Wednesday. Slask made 24-of-29 free shots (82.8 percent) during the game. The winners were led by the former international forward Maciej Bender (211-1997, college: Mercer) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds and point guard Sebastian Bozenko (183-1998) supported him with 18 points and 5 assists. Even 12 points and 5 rebounds by forward Patryk Stankowski (194-2000) did not help to save the game for GKS. Swingman Maciej Koperski (190-1999) added 11 points and 5 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Slask moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Krakow. Loser GKS keeps the fourth position with eight games lost. They share it with Starogard Gd.. Slask will meet at home higher ranked Kociewskie Diably (#5) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. GKS will play against Kotwica in Kolobrzeg and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Slask 2: S.Bozenko 18+2reb+5ast, M.Bender 15+11reb+1ast, P.Kuba 13+1reb+3ast, B.Jakub 12+4reb, A.Lenczuk 8+5reb+4ast, M.Gorenczyk 6+4reb+1ast
Tychy: P.Wieloch 15+1ast, P.Stankowski 12+5reb+3ast, M.Koperski 11+5reb+3ast, R.Trubacz 11+2reb+1ast, A.Krajewski 5+6reb+1ast, P.Kedel 5+5reb

Zgorzelec - Kolobrzeg 72-79

Very predictable result when sixth ranked Kotwica (14-10) won against 16th ranked Turow (6-18) in Zgorzelec 79-72 on Wednesday. Kotwica made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. The winners were led by naturalized American point guard James Washington (182-1987, college: MTSU) who scored that evening 19 points and 8 assists and Mikolaj Kurpisz (203-1998) supported him with 10 points, 13 rebounds and 4 blocks. Five Kotwica players scored in double figures. Even 21 points and 8 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) by forward Arkadiusz Adamczyk (200-1999) did not help to save the game for Turow. Swingman Szymon Pawlak (192-1998) added 7 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Turow's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Kotwica maintains sixth position with 14-10 record, which they share with Opole. Loser Turow keeps the sixteenth place with 18 games lost. They share the position with Bytom. Kotwica will meet at home higher ranked GKS (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Turow will play against Dziki (#3) in Warszawa and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kolobrzeg: J.Washington 19+4reb+8ast, S.Dlugosz 17+7reb, D.Pieloch 13+3reb, P.Pulkotycki 12+1reb+2ast, M.Kurpisz 10+13reb+3ast, W.Lukasz 3+1reb
Zgorzelec: A.Adamczyk 21+8reb+1ast, S.Mikolaj 9+3reb+2ast, F.Pruefer 7+3reb, B.Bochno 7+4reb+1ast, K.Jakobczyk 7+3ast, S.Pawlak 7+6reb+5ast

Polonia W-wa - Dziki Wwa 81-67

Very important is a road loss of third ranked Dziki (17-7) against tenth ranked Polonia (13-11) on Wednesday night. Visiting Dziki was defeated by Polonia in Warszawa 81-67. Polonia forced 19 Dziki turnovers. Dziki was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of Patryk Pelka (202-1989) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 6 rebounds and guard Jan Piliszczuk (194-2000) who added 16 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Four Polonia players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Michal Aleksandrowicz (192-1989) with 15 points and guard Przemyslaw Kuzkow (191-1999) scored 12 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Polonia have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Koszalin. Dziki at the other side keeps the third position with seven games lost. Polonia will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Dziki will play at home against Turow and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Polonia W-wa: J.Piliszczuk 16+6reb+1ast, P.Pelka 16+6reb+3ast, M.Dutkiewicz 13+4reb, P.Gospodarek 10+1reb+4ast, M.Kierlewicz 9+3reb+3ast, A.Linowski 6+5reb
Dziki Wwa: M.Aleksandrowicz 15+2reb+1ast, M.Azor 15+1ast, P.Kuzkow 12+4reb+1ast, M.Motel 8+5reb, A.Griszczuk 4+4reb, M.Bartosz 3+9reb+2ast

Opole - Radom 84-82

The most surprising game was another loss of top-ranked HydroTruck (18-6) in Opole on Wednesday night. Visitors were edged by eighth ranked AZS PO (14-10) 84-82. AZS PO looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by HydroTruck's players. It was a good game for Hubert Pabian (201-1989) who led his team to a victory with 23 points and 8 rebounds. Point guard Jakub Kobel (190-1998) contributed with 12 points and 7 assists for the winners. Four AZS PO players scored in double figures. AZS PO's coach Robert Skibniewski used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American point guard Kaheem Ransom (186-1993, college: SHSU) replied with 31 points and 5 assists and Filip Zegzula (188-1994) added 17 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for HydroTruck. AZS PO moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Kolobrzeg. HydroTruck at the other side still keeps top position with six games lost. They share it with Walbrzych. AZS PO is looking forward to face Polonia (#17) in Bytom in the next round which should be an easy win for them. HydroTruck will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Opole: H.Pabian 23+8reb+1ast, J.Kobel 12+3reb+7ast, K.Marcin 12+3reb+1ast, A.Kaczmarzyk 10+3reb+2ast, A.Mielczarek 8+5reb+2ast, M.Kroczak 7+1reb+1ast
Radom: K.Ransom 31+4reb+5ast, F.Zegzula 17+6reb+5ast, J.Patoka 8+6reb+1ast, F.Maksymilian 7+1reb, M.Sadlo 6+4reb, B.Sowa 6+2reb

Walbrzych - Bytom 82-71

Not a big story in a game when 17th ranked Polonia (6-18) lost to second ranked Gornik (18-6) in Walbrzych 71-82 on Wednesday. Gornik forced 21 Polonia turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Polonia's players. The winners were led by American forward Arinze Chidom (206-1997, college: UC Riverside) who scored that evening 21 points and 9 rebounds and the former international center Piotr Niedzwiedzki (211-1993) supported him with 23 points and 7 rebounds. Gornik's coach Marcin Radomski used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 14 points and 5 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) by Damian Szczepanik (198-1997) did not help to save the game for Polonia. Pawel Bogdanowicz (197-1987) added 11 points and 9 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Gornik have an impressive five-game winning streak. They used an opportunity after Radom lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Newly promoted Polonia dropped to the sixteenth place with 18 games lost. They share the position with Zgorzelec. Gornik will meet Enea Basket (#12) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Polonia will play against AZS PO (#7) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Walbrzych: P.Niedzwiedzki 23+7reb, A.Chidom 21+9reb+1ast, D.Durski 13+6reb+3ast, B.Majewski 11+6reb+5ast, H.Kruszczynski 6+2ast, A.Kordalski 4+3reb+12ast
Bytom: M.Chrabota 16+4reb+1ast, D.Szczepanik 14+5reb+3ast, P.Wieczorek 14+1reb+2ast, P.Bogdanowicz 11+9reb+2ast, M.Piechowicz 6+6reb+1ast, K.Jagoda 4+4reb+1ast

Lublin 2 - Poznan 72-107

Everything went according to plan when twelfth ranked Enea Basket (11-13) outplayed bottom-ranked Start 2 (1-23) in Lublin 107-72 on Wednesday. Enea Basket dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Start 2's 38. Enea Basket forced 27 Start 2 turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 36 assists comparing to just 18 passes made by Start 2's players. The winners were led by swingman Jakub Andrzejewski (187-2004) who scored that evening 21 points and 6 rebounds and swingman Jakub Fiszer (187-1995) supported him with 15 points and 6 assists. Five Enea Basket players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 20 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) by Sebastian Walda (196-2000) did not help to save the game for Start 2. Power forward Milosz Ziolkowski (202-2003) added 15 points and 13 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Enea Basket have an impressive five-game winning streak. Newly promoted Enea Basket maintains twelfth position with 11-13 record. Start 2 lost sixteenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 23 lost games. Enea Basket will meet at home league's second-placed Gornik in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Start 2 will play against WKK (#15) in Wroclaw and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Poznan: A.Jakub 21+6reb+3ast, J.Fiszer 15+3reb+6ast, B.Ciechocinski 15+4reb+1ast, M.Tomaszewski 13+3ast, M.Dymala 11+5reb+5ast, M.Wielechowski 10+2reb+1ast
Lublin 2: S.Walda 20+10reb+7ast, Z.Milosz 15+13reb, K.Wiktor 12+1reb+1ast, N.Ziolko 9+1reb+1ast, N.Wojciech 7+1reb+2ast, M.Kacper 4+2reb+1ast

Krakow - WKK Wroclaw 81-76

Everything could happen in Krakow at the game between two tied teams. Both fifteenth ranked SGH and 13th ranked WKK had identical 9-14 record. This time SGH used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Wroclaw 81-76 on Wednesday night. The winners were led by swingman Szymon Sobiech (198-2002) who scored that evening 26 points and 7 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) and guard Michal Lis (187-2002) supported him with 19 points and 7 assists. Even a double-double of 15 points and 12 rebounds by the former international Michal Gabinski (202-1987) did not help to save the game for WKK. Guard Jakub Koelner (183-1993) added 11 points, 12 assists and 5 steals. Four SGH and five WKK players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. SGH (10-14) moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Slask 2. WKK lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the fifteenth position with 15 games lost. SGH will meet at home higher ranked Zak (#9) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. WKK will play against Start 2 (#18) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Krakow: S.Szymon 26+7reb+3ast, L.Michal 19+1reb+7ast, P.Wydra 17+3reb+3ast, W.Leszczynski 10+3reb+3ast, A.Mohamed 5+8reb+2ast, P.Zmarlak 2+9reb+2ast
WKK Wroclaw: D.Rutkowski 15+7reb+2ast, M.Gabinski 15+12reb+3ast, R.Patryk 15+2reb+2ast, K.Mikolaj 13+1reb, J.Koelner 11+3reb+12ast, F.Matusiak 5+4reb+1ast

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PUERTO RICO

New import announcements in Arecibo and Humacao - by Luis Modestti

Two new import signings were announced earlier in the week in Arecibo and Humacao.

Capitanes de Arecibo announced the signing of former league MVP Paris Bass (207-SF-1995, college: Detroit). He previously played for San German in 2020 and 2021, winning the MVP in 2020. This signing completes their duo of imports as forward Aaron Harrison was announced earlier in the offseason.

Humacao signed veteran guard Dwight Buycks (191-PG-1989, college: Marquette) to cover the point guard position until David Stockton arrives from the NBA G-League. Buycks has previous experience in BSN playing for Guaynabo and Mayaguez. Their other imports are Jannis Timma and Tim Soares.

In a trade recently approved by the league Mayaguez sent guard Jermaine Bishop (185-SG-1997, college: Norfolk St.) to Ponce for a 2025 second round pick and cash considerations. Bishop is playing in North Macedonia for TFT.

The 2023 BSN season starts on March 22.

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ROMANIA

Stats Leaders - Men

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Tyler STONE

Rapid
(203-PF-1991)
Avg: 20.2

20.2

18.2

18.1

17.9

17.5

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RUSSIA

Stats Leaders - Superleague B

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Alimdzhan FEDYUSHIN

Barnaul
(209-C/F-1989)
Avg: 19.3

19.3

18.5

17.2

17.0

16.4

Higher League stats leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Dmitriy FLIS

BARS-RGEU
(204-F/C-1984)
Avg: 16.0

16.0

15.3

15.0

14.0

13.8

Maksim Beloshapko gets MVP of the Week award for Russian VTB-Youth League (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Talented Maksim Beloshapko (199-F-2002) had an amazing evening in the last round for Khimki-2 and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 26.
The 20-year old forward had the game-high 20 points adding four rebounds and five assists for Khimki-2 in his team's victory, helping them to crush Parma-2 (#11, 5-25) with 23-point margin 85-62. Khimki-2 maintains the 6th position in Russian VTB-Youth League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Khimki-2 will need more victories to improve their 19-13 record. In the team's last game Beloshapko had a remarkable 71.4% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Maksim Beloshapko averages this season 11.4ppg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young forward Daniil Alexeev (198-F-2002) of N.Novgorod-2. Alexeev impressed basketball fans with 22 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as N.Novgorod-2 lost that game 79-84 to slightly higher-ranked Unics-2 (16-16). This loss caused N.Novgorod-2 to drop to 8th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 16-16 record is not bad and everything may still change. Alexeev is a newcomer at N.Novgorod-2 and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders.

The third best performed player last round was Artem Antipov (201-F-2004, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) of Zenit-2 (#5). Antipov scored 20 points and grabbed six rebounds. He was a key player of Zenit-2, leading his team to a 74-58 easy win against slightly higher-ranked Lokomotiv-2 (#3, 21-9). Antipov has a very solid season. In 2 games in Russia he scored 18.0ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Kirill Isaev (199-F-2004) of Enisey-2 - 16 points and 11 rebounds
5. Sergei Kudrin (199-F-2004) of Khimki-2 - 19 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Artem Orekhov (191-G-2002) of N.Novgorod-2 - 16 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists
7. Daniil Ginko (187-G-2004) of Lokomotiv-2 - 23 points, 2 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Andrey Ivanov (199-G-2003) of Avtodor-2 - 25 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Pavel Zemskiy (201-SG-2004) of Zenit-2 - 19 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Egor Ryzhov (203-C-2004) of Zenit-2 - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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SERBIA

KK Sloga Societe Generale Kraljevo tabs Luka Vudragovic - by Igor Obradovic

KK-Sloga-Societe-Generale-Kraljevo (KLS) inked 18-year old 194cm swingman Luka Vudragovic. Vudragovic started the season at KK FMP Meridian Beograd. In only one KLS game he had 3 points and 1 rebound.
He was a member of Serbian U18 National Team two years ago.
Vudragovic has played previously for three other teams: Crvena Zvezda, Vizura. He played in the final of Adidas Next Generation Tournament in Beograd in 2021 and 2022.

Kostic number one in Serbia KLS for round 21 - by Eurobasket News

Forward Nikola Kostic (197-F-1996, agency: BeoBasket) had an amazing evening in the last round for Dynamic VP, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 21.
The 26-year old player tried to help (35 points, nine rebounds and two assists) his team in a lost game to Sloga KR (#8, 11-10) 89-101. Dynamic VP maintains the 4th position in Serbian KLS. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Dynamic VP will need to avoid more loses keep or improve their 14-7 record. In the team's last game Kostic had a remarkable 86.7% from 2-point range. He turned to be Dynamic VP's top player in his first season with the team. Nikola Kostic averages this season 13.7ppg.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Jon Davis (190-G-1996) of Mladost ZE. Davis had a very good evening with 32 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists. Of course Mladost ZE cruised to a 93-81 relatively comfortable win over the higher-ranked Vrsac (11-10). This victory allowed Mladost ZE to move up to 9th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 11-10 record is not bad and everything may still change. Davis is a newcomer at Mladost ZE, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.0ppg (#2). He also recorded 3.9 assists per game.

Third on the list of top players last round was forward Zoran Paunovic (200-F-2000) of Sloga KR (#8). Paunovic got into 30-points club by scoring 31 points in the last round. He went also for seven rebounds and four assists. Despite Paunovic's great performance Sloga KR lost 107-110 to the higher-ranked Vojvodina NS (#3, 15-6). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing Sloga KR needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 11 victories and 10 lost games. Paunovic has a very solid season. In 19 games in Serbia he scored 14.1ppg. He also has 4.3rpg, 3.1apg and FGP: 51.4%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Dusan Beslac (205-PF-1998) of Vojvodina NS - 27 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Stefan Simic (198-F/G-1996) of Vrsac - 26 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Rasheem Dunn (188-G-1998) of Sloga KR - 25 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists
7. Stefan Miljenovic (190-G-2001) of OKK Beograd - 34 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Devon Daniels (196-G-1998) of Cacak 94 - 28 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Stefan Smith (188-G-1999) of Kolubara - 25 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists
10. Ibrahim Durmo (201-F/C-1997) of Metalac VL - 20 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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KBL Round 29: Anyang defeat Suwon KT in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Sixth-ranked Suwon KT (17-21) gave a tough game to first ranked Anyang (28-10) in Busan on Monday. The visitors from Anyang managed to secure only three-point victory 87-84. However their fans expected much easier game. Anyang looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American Omari Spellman (207-1997, college: Villanova) stepped up and scored 40 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds for the winners and the former international center Sek-Eun Oh (200-1987) chipped in 10 points and 9 rebounds. Hungarian-American power forward Jarrod Jones (207-1990, college: Ball St.) responded with 23 points and 8 rebounds. Suwon KT's coach Se-Woong Park rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Anyang have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 28-10 record. Suwon KT at the other side keeps the sixth position with 21 games lost. Anyang are looking forward to face Mobis Phoebus (#3) in Ulsan in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Suwon KT will play on the road against Goyang in Daegu and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Very important is a road loss of second ranked LG Sakers (25-14) against eighth ranked KCC Egis (16-20) on Sunday night. Visiting LG Sakers were crushed by KCC Egis in Jeonju 87-64. The former international forward Guna Ra (203-1989, college: Missouri) nailed a double-double by scoring 32 points and 13 rebounds for the winning side and Woong Heo accounted for 16 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. American forward Dante Cunningham (203-1987, college: Villanova) came up with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds for LG Sakers in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. KCC Egis maintains eighth place with 16-20 record. LG Sakers at the other side keep the second position with 14 games lost. KCC Egis will play against higher ranked Wonju DB (#7) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. LG Sakers will play against Seoul Thunders (#10) and hope to get back on the winning track.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Mobis Phoebus (22-16) against fourth ranked Seoul Knights (21-17) on Tuesday night. Visiting Mobis Phoebus were defeated by Seoul Knights in a tough game in Seoul 68-73. The best player for the winners was Jameel Warney who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 13 rebounds. Gaige Prim produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Defending champion maintains fourth place with 21-17 record. Loser Mobis Phoebus keep the third position with 16 games lost. Seoul Knights will meet at home KoGas (#9) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Mobis Phoebus will play against the league's leader Anyang (#1) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 29: Wonju DB lost to Mobis Phoebus on the opponent's court 71-80. Seoul Knights managed to outperform Goyang in a home game 96-83. LG Sakers managed to beat KoGas on the road 108-102.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 27 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists by Assem Marei of LG Sakers.

KCC Egis - LG Sakers 87-64

Very important is a road loss of second ranked LG Sakers (25-14) against eighth ranked KCC Egis (16-20) on Sunday night. Visiting LG Sakers were crushed by KCC Egis in Jeonju 87-64. KCC Egis had a 34-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. The former international forward Guna Ra (203-1989, college: Missouri) nailed a double-double by scoring 32 points and 13 rebounds for the winning side and the former international guard Woong Heo (183-1993) accounted for 16 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Four KCC Egis players scored in double figures. American forward Dante Cunningham (203-1987, college: Villanova) came up with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds and Egyptian center Assem Marei (206-1992, college: MSU) added 11 points and 7 rebounds respectively for LG Sakers in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. KCC Egis maintains eighth place with 16-20 record. LG Sakers at the other side keep the second position with 14 games lost. KCC Egis will play against higher ranked Wonju DB (#7) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. LG Sakers will play against Seoul Thunders (#10) and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
LG Sakers: D.Cunningham 24+10reb, A.Marei 11+7reb+1ast, K.Il-jung 11+4reb+1ast, L.Kwang-jin 6+3reb, Y.Wong-Sang 3+2ast, J.Gutang 3+6reb+5ast
KCC Egis: G.Ra 32+13reb+3ast, W.Heo 16+6reb+6ast, C.Jung 12+5reb+1ast, S.Kim 10+1reb+2ast, S.Park-kyung 6+3reb+1ast, J.Kim 5+2reb+2ast

Mobis Phoebus - Wonju DB 80-71

Very expected game in Ulsan where 7th ranked Wonju DB (16-19) was defeated by third ranked Mobis Phoebus (22-16) 80-71 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was American forward Gaige Prim (203-1999, college: Missouri St.) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds. Filipino guard Rhon Jhay Abarrientos (181-1999) chipped in 23 points. The former international forward SangJae Kang (202-1994) produced 16 points and 9 rebounds and American forward Lennard Freeman (203-1995, college: NC State) added 18 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Mobis Phoebus maintains third place with 22-16 record having six points less than leader Anyang. Loser Wonju DB keeps the seventh position with 19 games lost. Mobis Phoebus will meet league's leader Anyang on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Wonju DB will play against KCC Egis (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Wonju DB: L.Freeman 18+7reb+1ast, S.Kang 16+9reb+2ast, E.Alvano 14+1reb, H.Kim 10+1reb+3ast, J.Kim 5+7reb, M.Thomas 4+6reb+2ast
Mobis Phoebus: A.Rhon Jhay 23+2reb+3ast, G.Prim 19+14reb+1ast, L.Woosuk 11+6reb+2ast, S.Myeong-jin 10+4reb+4ast, H.Sims 6+8reb, K.Young-Hyun 5+1reb

Seoul Knights - Goyang 96-83

The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Seoul Knights' (21-17) home victory over 5th ranked Goyang (18-19) 96-83 on Sunday. Seoul Knights dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Goyang's 34. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Goyang's players. The best player for the winners was American center Jameel Warney (203-1994, college: Stony Brook) who scored 29 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists (on 13-of-16 shooting from the field). The former international guard Sunh-Yung Kim (187-1988) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points, 12 assists and 4 steals. Four Seoul Knights players scored in double figures. American power forward Dedric Lawson (206-1997, college: Kansas) produced a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!) and 16 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and the former international guard Seonghyen Jeon (190-1991) added 22 points respectively for the guests. Goyang's coach Byong-Chul Kim tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Defending champion maintains fourth place with 21-17 record. Loser Goyang keeps the fifth position with 19 games lost. Seoul Knights will meet at home KoGas (#9) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Goyang will play against Suwon KT (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Goyang: D.Lawson 35+16reb+3ast, S.Jeon 22+1reb+2ast, C.Hanjin 11+2reb, A.Wook 7+2reb, K.Kim 3+1ast, J.Arledge 3+2reb+1ast
Seoul Knights: J.Warney 29+8reb+6ast, S.Kim 19+3reb+12ast, B.Bae 17+7reb+2ast, O.Jae-Hyun 10+7reb+2ast, I.Heo 8+2reb, J.Choi 6+4reb+5ast

Suwon KT - Anyang 84-87

Sixth-ranked Suwon KT (17-21) gave a tough game to first ranked Anyang (28-10) in Busan on Monday. The visitors from Anyang managed to secure only three-point victory 87-84. However their fans expected much easier game. Anyang looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American Omari Spellman (207-1997, college: Villanova) stepped up and scored 40 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds for the winners and the former international center Sek-Eun Oh (200-1987) chipped in 10 points and 9 rebounds. Hungarian-American power forward Jarrod Jones (207-1990, college: Ball St.) responded with 23 points and 8 rebounds and the former international forward Hongseok Yang (199-1997) scored 24 points and 6 rebounds. Suwon KT's coach Se-Woong Park rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Anyang have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 28-10 record. Suwon KT at the other side keeps the sixth position with 21 games lost. Anyang are looking forward to face Mobis Phoebus (#3) in Ulsan in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Suwon KT will play on the road against Goyang in Daegu and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Suwon KT: H.Yang 24+6reb+3ast, J.Jones 23+8reb+3ast, Y.Ha 20+4reb+2ast, S.Jeong 8+3reb+5ast, L.Prosper 5+1reb+1ast, S.Choi 3+1reb+5ast
Anyang: O.Spellman 40+7reb+1ast, H.Yang 11+2reb+5ast, S.Oh 10+9reb+3ast, J.Byeon 9+1reb+8ast, B.Bae 6+2reb+3ast, S.Moon 5+6reb

Seoul Knights - Mobis Phoebus 73-68

Very important is a road loss of third ranked Mobis Phoebus (22-16) against fourth ranked Seoul Knights (21-17) on Tuesday night. Visiting Mobis Phoebus were defeated by Seoul Knights in a tough game in Seoul 68-73. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Seoul Knights made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was American center Jameel Warney (203-1994, college: Stony Brook) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 13 rebounds. The former international guard Sunh-Yung Kim (187-1988) chipped in 13 points and 6 assists. Four Seoul Knights players scored in double figures. American forward Gaige Prim (203-1999, college: Missouri St.) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds and Myeong-jin Seo added 18 points respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Defending champion maintains fourth place with 21-17 record. Loser Mobis Phoebus keep the third position with 16 games lost. Seoul Knights will meet at home KoGas (#9) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Mobis Phoebus will play against the league's leader Anyang (#1) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mobis Phoebus: S.Myeong-jin 18+2reb+1ast, G.Prim 14+10reb+3ast, L.Woosuk 13+4reb+3ast, A.Rhon Jhay 8+4reb+3ast, J.Ham 5+2reb+7ast, J.Jang 4+4reb+1ast
Seoul Knights: J.Warney 19+13reb+3ast, C.Sung-Won 15+3reb+1ast, S.Kim 13+4reb+6ast, J.Choi 10+5reb+2ast, B.Bae 6+2reb, O.Jae-Hyun 4+1reb+3ast

KoGas - LG Sakers 102-108

Not a big story in a game in Inchon where 9th ranked KoGas (13-24) were defeated by second ranked LG Sakers (25-14) 108-102 on Wednesday. LG Sakers made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was Egyptian center Assem Marei (206-1992, college: MSU) who had a double-double by scoring 27 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international point guard Jae-Do Lee (180-1991) chipped in 14 points and 7 assists. American forward Murphy Holloway (201-1990, college: Ole Miss, agency: Octagon Europe) produced 21 points and 9 rebounds and the former international forward Dae-Sung Lee (192-1990, college: BYU-Hawaii) added 19 points and 7 assists respectively for the hosts. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. LG Sakers maintains second place with 25-14 record having just two points less than leader Anyang. KoGas lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the ninth position with 24 games lost. LG Sakers will meet at home bottom-ranked Seoul Thunders (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. KoGas will play against Seoul Knights and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
KoGas: M.Holloway 21+9reb+1ast, D.Lee 19+1reb+7ast, H.Jeong 16+4reb+1ast, D.Scott 13+4reb+3ast, D.Lee 12+5reb+1ast, W.Dong-Hyun 7+1reb+2ast
LG Sakers: A.Marei 27+10reb+4ast, J.Lee 14+1reb+7ast, I.Jeong 14+2reb, H.Jeong 13+3reb+2ast, Y.Wong-Sang 11+1ast, L.Kwang-jin 11+5reb+3ast

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Stats Leaders - Basketligan

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Gustav HANSSON

Umea
(185-PG-1995)
Avg: 23.6

23.6

19.1

19.0

19.0

18.8

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The Miles Vs Chris Miller Weekly Basketball Conversation Volume 15 - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

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Johnson's double-double lands him PLeague+ Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

37-year old power forward Chris Johnson (210-F/C-1985) had a very impressive game in the last round for Fubon Braves and receives a Hoops Agents PLeague+ Player of the Week award for round 20.
He had a double-double of 21 points and 28 rebounds, while his team beat Dreamers (#5, 7-12) 90-75. Fubon Braves maintains the 3rd position in Taiwanese PLeague+. Fubon Braves is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 11-9 record. In the team's last game Johnson had a remarkable 63.6% from 2-point range. He turned to be Fubon Braves' top player in his first season with the team. Louisiana State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Johnson is league's best scorer averaging so far 23.3ppg. Johnson is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 15.0rpg), assists (6th best: 4.1apg) and averages solid 2.6bpg,61.1% FGP and 43.0% from behind 3-point line.

Second best performed player last round was Sir'Dominic Pointer (198-G/F-1992) of Dreamers. He is American swingman in his first season at Dreamers. In the last game Pointer recorded impressive double-double of 34 points and 12 rebounds. It was enough for Dreamers to edge slightly lower-ranked Steelers (#6, 3-16) by 5 points 106-101. Dreamers' 5th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 7-12 record. Pointer is a newcomer at Dreamers and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.5ppg (#5). He also registered 9.2 boards per game.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Anthony Bennett (203-F-1993) of Lioneers (#4). Bennett got into 30-points club by scoring 33 points in the last round. He went also for thirteen rebounds . He was a key player of Lioneers, leading his team to a 89-86 win against slightly lower-ranked Steelers (#6, 3-16). The chances of Lioneers ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 11 games, recording just ten victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Bennett could help Lioneers to bring them higher in the standings. Bennett has a very solid season. In 9 games in Taiwan he scored 24.6ppg. He also has 12.2rpg and 3.4spg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Brandon Gilbeck (213-C-1996) of Dreamers - 20 points and 14 rebounds
5. Kenny Manigault (195-G/F-1991) of Kings - 23 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists
6. Viacheslav Kravtsov (212-C-1987) of Steelers - 20 points and 9 rebounds
7. Igor Zaytsev (210-C/F-1989) of Fubon Braves - 16 points and 13 rebounds
8. Femi Olujobi (206-C/F-1996) of Steelers - 19 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Byron Mullens (213-C-1989) of Kings - 20 points and 11 rebounds
10. Michael Singletary (198-F-1988) of Fubon Braves - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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TURKEY

Xavier Rathan-Mayes (ex Melbourne) joins Merkezefendi - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Matt Coleman III (ex Konyaspor) joins Peristeri - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

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UNITED KINGDOM

U19 League Round 13: CoLA keep a leadership position - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked CoLA as it allowed them to take a leadership position. CoLA defeated 7th ranked Copleston in London 59-47. CoLA (8-2) have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Copleston lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with nine games lost. Copleston will play next round against strong Itchen trying to get back on the winning streak. CoLA will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked John Madejski on the road.
The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Charnwood (8-1) at the home court. Hosts were defeated by Myerscough (10-2) 80-66. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Charnwood. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Myerscough. They maintain first place with 10-2 record. Charnwood at the other side keeps the second position with one game lost. Myerscough will play against Birmingham Met (#7) at home in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Charnwood will play against SGS College (#3) in Bristol and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
A very close game took place in Canterbury between Canterbury and Oaklands. Fourth ranked Canterbury (5-4) got a very close home victory over 6th ranked Oaklands (2-8). Canterbury managed to escape with a 1-point win 59-58 on Wednesday evening. The victory was the third consecutive win for Canterbury. They moved-up to third place. Oaklands lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the sixth position with eight games lost. Canterbury will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Oaklands will play against Barking Abbey (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Other games in round 13 were not that significant. SGS College were smashed by Sheffield on the road 103-79. Newcastle was destroyed by Derby on its own court 60-109. Copleston was outscored by John Madejski in a road game 106-71. Birmingham Met was rolled over Manchester at home 38-75.

Group North

CoLA - Copleston 59-47

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked CoLA as it allowed them to take a leadership position. CoLA defeated 7th ranked Copleston in London 59-47. CoLA (8-2) have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Copleston lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with nine games lost. Copleston will play next round against strong Itchen trying to get back on the winning streak. CoLA will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked John Madejski on the road.

Charnwood - Myerscough 66-80

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Charnwood (8-1) at the home court. Hosts were defeated by Myerscough (10-2) 80-66. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Charnwood. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Myerscough. They maintain first place with 10-2 record. Charnwood at the other side keeps the second position with one game lost. Myerscough will play against Birmingham Met (#7) at home in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Charnwood will play against SGS College (#3) in Bristol and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Sheffield - SGS College 103-79

There was a small surprise when sixth ranked Sheffield (4-8) crushed at home 3rd placed SGS College (7-4) 103-79 on Wednesday. Sheffield maintains sixth place with 4-8 record. Loser SGS College keeps the third position with four games lost. They share it with Manchester. Sheffield will meet higher ranked Derby (#5) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. SGS College will play against the league's second-placed Charnwood and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Newcastle - Derby 60-109

Rather expected game when 8th ranked Newcastle (1-12) was smashed at home by fifth ranked Derby (7-6) 109-60 on Wednesday. Derby maintains fifth place with 7-6 record. Newcastle lost their tenth game in a row. They keep the eighth position with 12 games lost. Derby will meet at home Sheffield (#6) in the next round. Newcastle will play against Manchester and hope to win that game.

Group South

John Madejski - Copleston 106-71

Rather predictable result when fifth ranked John Madejski (4-6) rolled over at home 7th ranked Copleston (1-9) 106-71 on Wednesday. John Madejski maintains fifth place with 4-6 record. Copleston lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the seventh position with nine games lost. John Madejski will meet at home league's leader CoLA in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Copleston will play against the league's second-placed Itchen (#2) and hope to win that game.

Birmingham Met - Manchester 38-75

Not a big story in a game when 7th ranked Birmingham Met (2-9) was outscored at home by fourth ranked Manchester (7-4) 75-38 on Wednesday. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Manchester. They moved-up to third place, which they share with SGS College. Birmingham Met lost their third game in a row. They keep the seventh position with nine games lost. Manchester will meet at home Newcastle (#8) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Birmingham Met will play against the league's leader Myerscough and hope to secure a win.

Canterbury - Oaklands 59-58

A very close game took place in Canterbury between Canterbury and Oaklands. Fourth ranked Canterbury (5-4) got a very close home victory over 6th ranked Oaklands (2-8). Canterbury managed to escape with a 1-point win 59-58 on Wednesday evening. The victory was the third consecutive win for Canterbury. They moved-up to third place. Oaklands lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the sixth position with eight games lost. Canterbury will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Oaklands will play against Barking Abbey (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

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URUGUAY

Stats Leaders - LUB

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Donald SIMS

Bigua
(190-SG-1987)
Avg: 22.6

22.6

20.4

19.0

18.9

18.7

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VENEZUELA

SPB 2023 - Valentine Nyakinda (ex KEN NT) is a newcomer at Toros - by Francisco Vega

SPB 2023 - Marinos land Franco Morales - by Francisco Vega

SPB 2023 - Trotamundos acquire Angel Blanco from Spartans - by Francisco Vega

Defending champion Trotamundos-de-Carabobo (SPB) agreed terms with 25-year old point guard Angel Blanco (179cm-1997) for the upcoming SPB 2023 season, set to begin on March 18th. Blanco played last summer at Spartans. In 17 SPB games he had 4.4ppg and 1.1apg.
He represented Venezuela at the South American Championship U17 in Salto (Uruguay) ten years ago. His stats at that event were 6 games: 8.8ppg, 2.3rpg, 2.2apg, 1.8spg, FGP: 59.1%, 3PT: 25.9%, FT: 66.7%.
Blanco has played previously for four other teams: Cocodrilos, Estudiantes, Diablos and Metropolitanos.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he won Venezuelan SLB championship title in 2020. He was voted to Latinbasket.com Venezuelan LNB All-Rookie Team back in 2016.

SPB 2023 - David Cubillan (Goes) will play for Guaiqueries - by Francisco Vega

Venezuelan PG David Cubillan (181-PG-1987, college: Marquette), currently playing overseas for Goes in Uruguay, will play for Guaiqueries de Margarita in the 2023 edition of Venezuela's Superliga Profesional de Baloncesto (SPB), set to begin on March 18th.

Cubillan, a stellar 35-year old point guard who's played for Venezuela's Senior NT and Trotamundos de Carabobo for the past 12 years, has been loaned by the current SPB champions to Guaiqueries, in compliance with rules applied by the league that force teams to have a limit of only 2 "elite national players" per franchise.

It's not clear when will Cubillan finish up his compromises with Goes to join Guaiqueries.

SPB 2023 - Guaiqueries get Windi Graterol, Spartans bring in Luis Carrillo and Leonardo Palacios - by Francisco Vega

Guaiqueries de Margarita continued to shock the market for the upcoming 2023 edition of Venezuela's Superliga Nacional de Baloncesto (SPB), by acquiring C Windi Graterol (204-C-1986, agency: Pro Sports), who's currently playing overseas for Goes in Uruguay, and sending Luis Carrillo (206-C-1993) to Spartans of Distrito Capital, who've also announced the signing of Leonardo Palacios (186-PG-1994).

Graterol, a well seasoned C with over 15 years of high quality service both in national leagues and overseas, will bring his experience to a historical franchise, while Carrillo will provide Spartans with a block specialist as C and Palacios will bring more depth and experience to the franchise.

It's not clear when Graterol will be available to travel back from Uruguay to Venezuela, but there's still time, as the SPB 2023 season will begin on March 18th.

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VTB UNITED LEAGUE

Round 3 (Second Stage): Zenit hands first defeat to CSKA - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

CSKA (24-1) recorded a loss in Moscow on Monday night. Hosts were defeated by Zenit (18-7) 90-86. Zenit shot the lights out from three sinking 15 long-distance shots on high 51.7 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was French point guard Thomas Heurtel (189-1989, agency: Octagon Europe) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 assists. French Adrien Moerman (202-1988) chipped in 11 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Serbian center Nikola Milutinov (213-1994, agency: Octagon Europe) who recorded 20 points and 8 rebounds (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!). Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Zenit are looking forward to face N.Novgorod (#4) in Nizhny Novgorod in the next round. CSKA will play on the road against UNICS in Kazan and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Important game to mention about took place in Krasnodar. N.Novgorod (14-11) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging Lokomotiv (14-11) 82-80 in the game for the fourth place. It was a good game for guard Evgenii Baburin (189-1987, agency: BIG) who led his team to a victory with 18 points and 5 assists. Dmitry Khvostov contributed with 15 points and 8 assists for the winners. American guard Jaylen Barford (191-1996, college: Arkansas) answered with 18 points and 7 assists for Lokomotiv. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. N.Novgorod will play against Zenit (#3) in Saint Petersburg in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Lokomotiv will play on the road against MBA Moscow and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
One of the most interesting games of round 3 was a derby match between two teams from Russia. UNICS outleveled host MBA Moscow (13-12) 94-63. It was a great evening for Louis Labeyrie who led his team to a victory scoring 19 points and 9 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Evgeny Voronov with 14 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. UNICS will meet at home CSKA in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. MBA Moscow will play against Lokomotiv (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last two games of round 3 Avtodor defeated Enisey in Saratov 86-82. Parma-Pari beat BC Minsk at home 82-67.
The best stats of 3rd round was 14 points, 6 rebounds, 12 assists and 4 steals by Isaiah Reese of Parma-Pari.

CSKA - Zenit 86-90

CSKA (24-1) recorded a loss in Moscow on Monday night. Hosts were defeated by Zenit (18-7) 90-86. Zenit shot the lights out from three sinking 15 long-distance shots on high 51.7 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was French point guard Thomas Heurtel (189-1989, agency: Octagon Europe) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 assists. French Adrien Moerman (202-1988) chipped in 11 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Zenit players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Serbian center Nikola Milutinov (213-1994, agency: Octagon Europe) who recorded 20 points and 8 rebounds (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!) and American point guard Casper Ware (178-1990, college: LBSU) added 17 points and 5 assists respectively. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Zenit are looking forward to face N.Novgorod (#4) in Nizhny Novgorod in the next round. CSKA will play on the road against UNICS in Kazan and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Zenit: T.Frazier 15+1reb+3ast, T.Heurtel 12+3reb+11ast, S.Karasev 11+4reb, T.Thompkins 11+5reb, A.Moerman 11+5reb+4ast, R.Hamm Jr. 9+7reb
CSKA: N.Milutinov 20+8reb+3ast, C.Ware 17+3reb+5ast, A.Shved 15+5reb+5ast, D.Davidovac 10+1reb+1ast, D.Moore 9+4reb+1ast, L.Jean-Charles 6+6reb+1ast

MBA Moscow - UNICS 63-94

One of the most interesting games of round 3 was a derby match between two teams from Russia. UNICS outleveled host MBA Moscow (13-12) 94-63. UNICS made 28-of-31 free shots (90.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 MBA Moscow turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for French Louis Labeyrie (208-1992) who led his team to a victory scoring 19 points and 9 rebounds. American swingman Anthony Brown (199-1992, college: Stanford, agency: Pensack Sports) helped adding 17 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). The best for the losing side was guard Evgeny Voronov (194-1986) with 14 points and guard Timofey Yakushin (194-1997) scored 11 points and 5 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. UNICS will meet at home CSKA in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. MBA Moscow will play against Lokomotiv (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
UNICS: L.Labeyrie 19+9reb, D.Macon 18+1reb+3ast, A.Brown 17+5reb+5ast, G.Zhbanov 12, V.Hunter 9+6reb+3ast, A.Vorontsevich 7+2reb+2ast
MBA Moscow: E.Voronov 14+4reb+3ast, T.Yakushin 11+3reb+5ast, A.Lopatin 9+6reb, D.Kasatkin 8+2reb, E.Valiev 6+8reb+1ast, I.Platonov 6+3reb+1ast

Lokomotiv - N.Novgorod 80-82

Important game to mention about took place in Krasnodar. N.Novgorod (14-11) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging Lokomotiv (14-11) 82-80 in the game for the fourth place. N.Novgorod made 16-of-20 charity shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. It was a good game for guard Evgenii Baburin (189-1987, agency: BIG) who led his team to a victory with 18 points and 5 assists. Guard Dmitry Khvostov (190-1989) contributed with 15 points and 8 assists for the winners. American guard Jaylen Barford (191-1996, college: Arkansas) answered with 18 points and 7 assists and the other American import Chris Horton (202-1994, college: Austin Peay, agency: Octagon Europe) added 6 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Lokomotiv. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. N.Novgorod will play against Zenit (#3) in Saint Petersburg in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Lokomotiv will play on the road against MBA Moscow and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
N.Novgorod: E.Baburin 18+4reb+5ast, D.Khvostov 15+1reb+8ast, M.Salash 13+4reb, I.Strebkov 8+2reb+1ast, N.Rebic 7+2ast, J.Love 7+4reb+5ast
Lokomotiv: J.Barford 18+4reb+7ast, M.Andrey 14+4reb, D.Akoon-Purcell 11+3reb+2ast, A.Kvitkovskikh 9+4reb, A.Shcherbenev 7+1reb, Z.Vedischev 6+1reb+2ast

Enisey - Avtodor 82-86

The game between closely ranked teams ended with Enisey's (8-17) home loss to Avtodor (9-15) 82-86 on Wednesday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Avtodor made 7 blocks. It was a great evening for American guard Malik Newman (190-1997, college: Kansas) who led his team to a victory scoring 27 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Brazilian-American guard Scott Machado (185-1990, college: Iona) helped adding 14 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Avtodor players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American point guard Angelo Warner (188-1992, college: Morehead St.) with 20 points and 7 assists and Timofey Gerasimov (197-1997, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) scored 24 points and 4 assists. Enisey's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Avtodor will meet at home BC Minsk (#6) in the next round. Enisey will play against Parma-Pari and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Avtodor: M.Newman 27+6reb+5ast, S.Machado 14+5reb+7ast, B.Garrett 14+5reb+1ast, D.Nikolic 13+3reb, E.Minchenko 9+4reb, N.Mikhailovskii 6
Enisey: T.Gerasimov 24+3reb+4ast, A.Warner 20+4reb+7ast, V.Trushkin 10+3reb+1ast, E.Belyankov 9+1reb+1ast, J.Thompson IV 8+8reb, G.Motovilov 7+2reb+1ast

Parma-Pari - BC Minsk 82-67

No shocking result in a game in Perm where Russian Parma-Pari (11-13) defeated Belarusian BC Minsk (1-24) 82-67 on Wednesday. Parma-Pari dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to BC Minsk's 28. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Parma-Pari made 14 blocks. It was a great evening for American swingman Isaiah Reese (196-1996, college: Canisius, agency: Slash Sports) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 6 rebounds, 12 assists and 4 steals. Armenian-American point guard Ryan Boatright (183-1992, college: UConn) helped adding 13 points and 8 assists. Four Parma-Pari players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was point guard Uladzislau Blizniuk (181-1999) with 19 points and Serbian forward Ognjen Pantovic (201-1996, college: Alaska-Anch.) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Parma-Pari will meet Enisey (#4) in the next round. BC Minsk will play against Avtodor in Saratov and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Parma-Pari: J.Roberson 16+2ast, I.Reese 14+6reb+12ast, R.Boatright 13+4reb+8ast, P.Antipov 11+3reb, J.James 8+4reb+1ast, M.Dime 6+9reb
BC Minsk: U.Blizniuk 19+1reb+2ast, D.Bracey 12+4reb+4ast, O.Pantovic 11+11reb, J.Sljivancanin 8+3reb+2ast, V.Stubeda 8+5reb+1ast, B.Dudu 5+4reb+1ast

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Women News

Albanian National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Starting five

Baraj

Lalaj

Rreshpja

Verri

Qosja

Mirela Lugaj

170-SG-2001

Partizani

Dajana Baraj

160-PG-1999

Tirana

Ornela Lalaj

173-PG-1994

Partizani

Bernarda Rreshpja

180-SG-2001

Vllaznia

Tea Memushi

175-G-1996

Flamurtari Albania

Aida Palko

176-G-1984

Tirana

Ebi Dishnica

182-F/C-1997

Tirana

Klea Verri

169-SG-2001

Tirana

Enisa Qosja

170-PG-1995

Tirana

Marina Pellumbi

168-SG-2002

Studenti

Imela Mala

173-SG-2003

Tirana

Sara Gjoni

185-C-1994

Tirana

Mirza Alibegaj

Head Coach

Florentina Mitku

Assistant

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AUSTRALIA

Sydney to host FIBA Women's Asia Cup 2023 - by Eurobasket News

The FIBA Women's Asia Cup 2023 will be hosted in Sydney, Australia from 26 June - 2 July 2023, as announced by the FIBA Regional Office - Asia. This is the first time Australia is hosting the region's flagship women's national team competition and the first FIBA Asia event hosted in the country. Having the Women's Asia Cup in Sydney comes immediately a year after having hosted the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup in 2022, which was met with successful results in attendance, broadcast, and digital. At the Women's Asia Cup, basketball fans could have the chance to witness a potential clash between Australia and China in a rematch of the Women's World Cup Semi-Finals matchup that drew nearly 12,000 fans at the Sydney Superdome. "This will be the first time Australia has hosted the FIBA Women's Asia Cup and we're incredibly honored that the best basketballers from across our region will make their way to Sydney to compete on our home soil," said Matt Scriven, Chief Executive Officer of Basketball Australia (BA). "Following the success of last year's FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup, which saw us achieve record crowds in Sydney, we know women's basketball has a highly engaged audience in New South Wales and participation keeps growing." "With our women's national team currently ranked second in Asia, this will be a fantastic competition and we hope all sports fans from around Australia will travel to Sydney to cheer on the green and gold and help create a lasting legacy for our sport." While Australia will be aiming to win their first-ever Women's Asia Cup Division A on their home soil, they have to dethrone Japan who defeated China in the Women's Asia Cup Final in Amman, Jordan at the Women's Asia Cup 2021. Japan have won five consecutive Women's Asia Cups, including the 2017 edition of the competition that was won over Australia in Bengaluru, India. However, the all-time leader in Women's Asia Cups won is Korea who have won the competition 12 times. China are right behind with 11 Women's Asia Cup titles of their own. The FIBA Women's Asia Cup 2023 Division B will be held later from 13-19 August 2023 in Bangkok, Thailand.
Courtesy of: fiba.basketball

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AUSTRIA

Austrian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Fuchs-Robetin

Wildbacher

Sagerer

Schicher

Koizar

Julia Koeppl

184-F/C-1991

Sevenoaks S. United Kingdom

Camilla Neumann

182-F-1994

UBI Graz

Anja Fuchs-Robetin

185-F-1996

Rheinland

Michaela Wildbacher

172-G-1998

BK Duchess Austria

Sarah Sagerer

189-F-1996

Moncalieri Italy

Nina Krisper

179-F-2001

DBBC Graz

Anna Alborova

183-G-2005

Logrono

Simone Sill

182-PF-1999

Fjolnir

Sarah Schicher

187-C-1990

BK Duchess Austria

Annika Neumann

176-SG-1996

DBBC Graz

Sara Solyom

178-G/F-2000

Targu Mures Romania

Sigrid Koizar

173-G-1995

Valdarno

Hubert Schmidt

Head Coach

Timberwolves Austria

Aldin Saracevic

Assistant

Timberwolves Austria

Tanja Kuzmanovic

Assistant

UBI Graz

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BELGIUM

Belgian National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Starting five

Delaere

Meesseman

Linskens

Ben-Abdelkader

Vanloo

Elise Ramette

171-G-1998

Cadi La Seu Spain

Antonia Delaere

181-SG-1994

Venezia

Laure Resimont

185-SF-1998

Kangoeroes Belgium

Emma Meesseman

192-C-1993

Fenerbahce Turkey

Kyara Linskens

193-C-1996

BLMA

Nastja Claessens

186-F-2004

Waregem

Hind Ben-Abdelkader

172-PG-1995

Villeneuve France

Serena-Lynn Geldof

197-C-1997

Zaragoza

Becky Massey

186-PF-2000

Estudiantes Spain

Maxuella Lisowa-Mbaka

178-F-2001

E.Ramla

Julie Vanloo

172-PG-1993

BLMA

Ine Joris

187-F-2001

Kortrijk Spurs Belgium

Rachid Meziane

Head Coach

Villeneuve France

Pascal Angillis

Assistant

Jill Lorent

Assistant

Leuven

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BOSNIA

Bosnia and Herzegovina National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Starting five

Mandic

Deura

Babic

Delic

Hurt

Jovana Mandic

192-C-1992

Proteas

Milica Deura

178-G-1990

Eunikos

Nikolina Babic

177-G-1995

Zabiny Brno Czech Republic

Dragana Domuzin

174-PG-2000

Slovanka MB Czech Republic

Dragana Zubac

182-G/F-2001

Benfica

Ajla Selimovic

183-C-2003

Celta Zorka Spain

Almedina Ahmic

193-C-2002

Celik

Jovana Markovic

187-C-1997

Buducnost

Andjela Delic

184-SF-1996

Tenerife

Nikolina Zubac

188-C-1998

Brasov

Courtney Hurt

185-F-1990

E.Holon

Lejla Omerbasic

182-SG-1997

Penza

Goran Lojo

Head Coach

Veilchen

Armin Secerovic

Assistant

Play Off

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BULGARIA

Bulgarian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Bulgarian National Team 2023

Dineva

Stoichkova

Nikolaeva-Petrova

Sharenkapova

Natskina

Teodora Dineva

178-G/F-1996

Beroe

Katrin Stoichkova

177-F/C-1999

Empoli

Aleksandra Nikolaeva-Petrova

190-C-1998

Montana

Tsvetomira Sharenkapova

184-F-1991

Beroe

Evgenia Natskina

180-SF-1997

Beroe

Radostina Hristova-Dimitrova

181-SF-1994

Beroe

Gergana Ivanova

177-PG-1999

Beroe

Aleksandra Krasimirova-Petrova

187-C-1997

Alexandria Romania

Karina Konstantinova

173-PG-1999

Keflavik

Gabriela Nikolova

183-F-1997

Montana

Borislava Hristova

182-F-1996

Sf.Gheorghe Romania

Iva Kostova

177-SG-1994

Le Poinconnet France

Stefan Mihaylov

Head Coach

Montana

Bojidar Giorev

Assistant

Margarita Papazova

Assistant

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CANADA

CIS Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Sarah GATES

McMaster
(178-G-)
Avg: 26.0

26.0

22.2

22.0

21.6

20.9

Axewomen pickup important win vs. Sea-Hawks in the hope to clinch first place - by Eurobasket News

The Acadia Axewomen improved to 13-3 with a one-sided 88-61 win over the visiting Memorial Sea-Hawks in a rare 2:00 pm game on a Tuesday afternoon. Samantha Russell (Dartmouth, N.S.) netted 24 points off the bench to be named the AUS Subway Player of the Game. Russell was 8 for 15 from the field, added four three-point shots, and pulled down seven rebounds. Russell made up 24 of the 40 bench points from the Axewomen. The Axewomen were 48.6% from the floor compared to the Sea-Hawks' 27% and Memorial wasn't much better from the distant arc with 22.2% made. Acadia had its largest lead of 32 points with 2:01 on the clock in the second quarter. With a 64-36 lead at the half, the Axewomen maintained the margin throughout the game, with the Sea-Hawks never closing the gap. Sea-Hawk Ines Margarit (168-PG) (Barcelona, ESP) posted a team-high 15 points and posted eight rebounds. Teammate Hannah Greene (185-F) (Flatrock, Nfld.) had 13 points and six rebounds. Haley McDonald (Port Williams, N.S.), who tried to take over the lead in Acadia's career assists, fell short by two of breaking the record of 328 by Lindsay LaMorre (1997-01). McDonald posted 24 points in 20 minutes of play and added seven rebounds and five assists to her career totals. Sarah Delorey (188-F) (Elmsdale, N.S.) led the Axewomen with nine rebounds and recorded 12 points in the win. Today's win was worth eight points in the standings due to the canceled first of two games against Memorial. The Axewomen have clinched the first-round bye and sit in first place in the AUS standings. They will look to pick up four more points in their remaining eight points - three games - to clinch first place in the AUS standings. The Sea-Hawks clinched a playoff berth last week and sit tied in fourth place with UNB at 26 points. Acadia hosts StFX this Saturday and then travels to StFX next Tuesday evening, while the Sea-Hawks travel to Dalhousie this coming Saturday and Sunday.
Courtesy of: acadia.prestosports.com

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CROATIA

Croatian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Zellous

Begic

Slonjsak

Tadic

Cvitkovic

Shavonte Zellous

178-SG-1986

Cankaya

Mia Masic

180-F-1993

Slovanka MB Czech Republic

Ana-Marija Begic

191-F-1994

San Giovanni Italy

Carmen Miloglav

170-G-1991

Ragusa

Iva Slonjsak

183-SG-1997

Hainaut

Matea Tadic

176-PG-1999

Castors Braine Belgium

Sara Boric

176-PF-2000

Umbertide

Andrijana Cvitkovic

190-F-1994

Gernika

Andjela Strize

175-F-1999

Medvescak

Ana Mandic

184-F-2001

Piestanske C. Slovakia

Ana Vojtulek

189-C-1999

ELTE BEAC

Patricia Bura

190-C-1996

Gernika

Stipe Bralic

Head Coach

Sibenik

Iva Borovic

Assistant

Medvescak

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CZECH REPUBLIC

Czech Republic National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Brezinova

Andelova

Vorackova

Hamzova

Vyoralova

Renata Brezinova

191-C-1990

Wroclaw

Katerina Zeithammerova

162-PG-2002

Sokol HK

Gabriela Andelova

173-PG-1996

Piestanske C. Slovakia

Natalie Stoupalova

185-PF-1998

Zabiny Brno Czech Republic

Dominika Paurova

183-F/C-2005

Veronika Vorackova

188-G-1999

USK Praha

Eliska Hamzova

182-PG-2001

Zabiny Brno Czech Republic

Tereza Vyoralova

176-SG-1994

USK Praha

Petra Holesinska

178-G-1997

Gran Canaria Spain

Emma Cechova

195-F-2004

Zabiny Brno Czech Republic

Pamela-Therese Effangova

178-SF-1993

Sokol HK

Simona Sklenarova

181-F/G-2000

USK Praha

Romana Ptackova

Head Coach

Sokol HK

Petr Treml

Assistant

Chomutov

2023 EuroBasket Qualifiers: Czech Republic stun Republic of Ireland in Prague - by Eurobasket News

Czech Republic - Republic of Ireland 74:57

Czech Republic overcame Republic of Ireland 74-57 in Prague at the EuroBasket 2023 Qualifiers. The home side started with a 26-14 surge and never looked behind after. Moreover, they won the second and the third quarters, whilst Republic of Ireland closed the game with an 18-16 run.
Natalie Stoupalova (185-PF-1998) and Veronika Vorackova (188-G-1999) led the way with 16 points each, whilst Petra Holesinska (178-G-1997, college: UNC) netted 10. Edel Thornton (175-G-1996, college: Quinnipiac) answered with 16 points in a loss and Bridget Herlihy (188-F/C-1997, college: Villanova) had 15.

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DENMARK

Danish National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Danish National Team 2023

Pehadzic

Hesseldal

Gudmand

Tryggedsson

Wich

Enna Pehadzic

179-G-1997

Barakaldo

Emilie Hesseldal

185-C/F-1990

IK Eos

Emilie Gudmand

177-F-2001

Herlev

Sofie Tryggedsson

183-G/F-1995

Sampaio

Caroline Wich

185-C-1996

Aabyhoj

Anna Seilund

175-G-1993

IK Eos

Ena Viso

177-G-1993

Amager

Maria Jespersen

183-F-1994

Sf.Gheorghe Romania

Ellen Iversen

180-F-1997

Herlev

Elisabeth Brynaa

176-G-1993

Falcon

Annemie Espensen

179-F-1997

Amager

Sarah Mortensen

185-G/F-1997

Halle

Jesper Krone

Head Coach

Falcon

Ole John Nielsen

Assistant

SISU

Eleni Kafantari

Assistant

Aarau

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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

TSF standings - by Eurobasket Center

TSF Standings

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ESTONIA

Estonian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Koster

Pokk

Bratka

Pulk

Kosareva

Sofia Kosareva

170-PG-1998

TalTech

Katlin Kangur

170-PG-2006

TalTech

Kristel Rattasepp

174-G/F-2005

TalTech

Annika Koster

182-PF-1992

TalTech

Marta-Eleri Jaama

185-F-2005

TalTech

Mailis Pokk

186-F-1992

Poznan

Maaja Bratka

190-F/C-1992

Champagne

Anette-Laura Toks

177-F/G-2005

Tallina U. Estonia

Greeta Uprus

177-F/G-1994

Sille-Liis Molder

172-G-2005

Audentes

Janne Pulk

175-SG-2000

TalTech

Ellen-Anett Poldmaa

181-F/G-1994

Audentese SK Estonia

Kaspars Majenieks

Head Coach

Liepaja/LSSS Latvia

Marko Parkonen

Assistant

Audentes

Sergio Cubeiro

Assistant

Aviles

2023 EuroBasket Qualifiers: GB hit Estonia for 100 - by Eurobasket News

Great Britain took a step closer to qualification for the Women's EuroBasket 2023 Finals with a convincing 100-45 win over Estonia in Manchester. Coach Chema Buceta's team still has plenty of work to do to secure one of four best second-place finishes in the 10 qualifying groups with Portugal their final opponents on Sunday. But this huge win over the Estonians at the National Basketball Performance Centre was a big step in the right direction and a confidence booster ahead of the home clash at weekend. Temi Fagbenle (193-F-1992, college: USC) led the scoring for GB with 23 points and seven rebounds with Holly Winterburn (178-G-2000, college: UC Davis) (12), Chantelle Handy (188-F-1987, college: Marshall) (11), Shequila Joseph (190-F/C-1995, college: Ole Miss) (10) and Hannah Robb (168-SG-1998) (10) all in double figures as Coach Buceta gave all 12 of his players court-time. Kennedy Leonard (173-G-1996, college: Colorado, agency: LBM Management) dished out eight assists to go with her five points. GB defended as a unit, attacked with purpose and composure and got the job done off the back of a solid 52% field goal average (57% from 2pt/44% 3pt). The Brits led from the word go and didn't look back, taking the first quarter 23-10, leading 48-17 at the half and wrapping it up after going into the fourth period 72-37 to the good.
Courtesy of: basketballengland.co.uk

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EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS

Stats Leaders Div.A (Women)

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jonquel JONES

BIH
(198-C-1994)
Avg: 37.0

37.0

26.7

26.4

24.3

23.0

2023 EuroBasket Qualifiers: Czech Republic stun Republic of Ireland in Prague - by Eurobasket News

2023 EuroBasket Qualifiers: Spain overwhelm Romania in Sfantu Gheorghe - by Eurobasket News

Romania - Spain 32:75

Spain overwhelmed Romania 75-32 in Sfantu Gheorghe at the EuroBasket 2023 Qualifiers. They started with an 18-3 lead and added massive 20-6 surge in the second period. Spain dominated the second half as well to secure another win in Group C.
Angela Salvadores (178-PG-1997, college: Duke) led well-balanced Spain with 14 points, whilst Paula Ginzo (187-F-1998) produced 9. Laura Quevedo (185-G-1996, college: Miami, FL) and Laura Gil notched 8 points each. Alina Podar (178-G-1998) scored 13 points for the home sdie.

2023 EuroBasket Qualifiers: Maria Bettencourt paces Portugal past Greece - by Eurobasket News

Portugal - Greece 66:60

Maria Bettencourt (173-G-1991) paced Portugal past Greece at the 2023 EuroBasket Qualifiers. She nailed 32 points as her team won 66-60.
The hosts started with 13-9 lead and led 9 points at the halftime. Greece replied with an 18-16 rally in the third quarter, whilst both teams scored 20 points each in the last quarter.
Sofia Silva (1976) posted 10 points, whilst Ines Viana (166-PG-1994, agency: LBM Management) and Maria Kostourkova (193-C-1997, college: WSU) netted 6 each. Maria Fasoula (196-F-1997, college: Vanderbilt) collected 27 points and 12 rebounds in a loss and Eleanna Christinaki (184-G/F-1996, college: Maryland) brought 13.

2023 EuroBasket Qualifiers: GB hit Estonia for 100 - by Eurobasket News

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FIBA ASIA CUP

Sydney to host FIBA Women's Asia Cup 2023 - by Eurobasket News

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FINLAND

Finnish National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Starting five

Pelander

Koskimies

Aarnisalo

Lehtoranta

Lemmila

Kati Ollilainen

173-G-2003

HBA-Marsky Finland

Sofia Pelander

192-C-1992

KP Brno

Elina Koskimies

183-G-1995

Noerdlingen Germany

Elina Aarnisalo

177-G-2005

HBA-Marsky Finland

Helmi Tulonen

191-C-1998

Lucca

Linda-Lotta Lehtoranta

178-G-1991

PeKa

Elsa Lemmila

197-C-2005

Honka

Silja Viita

185-F-2001

FoA

Anissa Pounds

174-SG-1990

Noerdlingen Germany

Veera Pirttinen

180-G-1997

Bembibre

Lotta Vehka-Aho

170-F-2000

PeKa

Roosa Kosonen

183-F-2000

PeKa

Pekka Salminen

Head Coach

HBA-Marsky Finland

Mirka Dettmann

Assistant

HBA-Marsky Finland

Niko Hellman

Assistant

Espoo Team Finland

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FRANCE

French National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Starting five

Fauthoux

Vukosavljevic

Williams

Badiane

Johannes

Marine Fauthoux

173-PG-2001

Landes

Sarah Michel

180-SG-1989

Bourges

Valeriane Vukosavljevic

183-F-1994

USK Praha

Iliana Rupert

194-C-2001

Bologna

Janelle Salaun

186-F-2001

Villeneuve France

Gabrielle Williams

180-F-1996

Lyon

Helena Ciak

197-C-1989

Lyon

Marieme Badiane

190-F/C-1994

BLMA

Marine Johannes

174-G-1995

Lyon

Mamignan Toure

183-SG-1994

BLMA

Romane Bernies

170-PG-1993

BLMA

Pauline Astier

178-SG-2002

Bourges

Jean-Aime Toupane

Head Coach

Pole France France

Catherine Melain

Assistant

David Gautier

Assistant

Angers

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GERMANY

German National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Starting five

Wilke

Guelich

Fiebich

Brunckhorst

Baer

Rachel Arthur

173-G-1994

Keltern

Alexandra Wilke

175-PG-1996

Keltern

Marie Guelich

194-C-1994

Valencia

Anna Lappenkuper

175-G-1998

Rheinland

Leonie Fiebich

193-SF-2000

Zaragoza

Sonja Greinacher

190-F/C-1992

Luisa Geiselsoeder

192-C-2000

Roche

Alina Hartmann

183-G-1995

Zamarat

Svenja Brunckhorst

179-PG-1991

Ama Degbeon

188-C-1995

BKG Prima

Emma Stach

175-G-1996

Niki Lefkadas Greece

Romy Baer

187-F-1987

Rheinland

Walter Hopkins

Head Coach

New York L. USA

Sidney Parsons

Assistant

Hannover

Stefan Mienack

Assistant

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GREECE

Greek National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Pavlopoulou

Spanou

Christinaki

Fasoula

Karlafti

Anna Stamolamprou

175-G-1995

Olympiacos Greece

Dionysia Alexandri

165-PG-1989

Panathinaikos Greece

Pinelopi Pavlopoulou

172-G-1996

Panathinaikos Greece

Aikaterina Sotiriou

186-F-1984

Panathinaikos Greece

Artemis Spanou

187-F-1993

Polkowice

Eleanna Christinaki

184-G/F-1996

Panathinaikos Greece

Vasiliki Cholopoulou

176-F-2007

Panathlitikos Greece

Antigoni Chairistanidou

181-PF-1990

Panathinaikos Greece

Ioanna Diela

180-F/G-1990

Olympiacos Greece

Maria Fasoula

196-F-1997

Avenida

Zafeirenia Karlafti

182-SF-1998

PAOK

Evdokia Stamati

181-F/G-1984

Olympiacos Greece

Petros Prekas

Head Coach

Schio

Dimitra Kalentzou

Assistant

2023 EuroBasket Qualifiers: Maria Bettencourt paces Portugal past Greece - by Eurobasket News

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HOLLAND

Dutch National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Dutch National Team 2023

Vennema

Bettonvil

Adams

Cornelius

Kuijt

Iris Vennema

186-SG-2004

Den Helder Holland

Loyce Bettonvil

185-F/C-1993

Landslake

Jamailah Adams

180-G/F-1993

Binnenland Holland

Laura Cornelius

173-G-1996

Mersin

Karin Kuijt

174-PG-1990

Grasshoppers Holland

Kiki Fleuren

170-PG-2000

Den Helder Holland

Esther Fokke

185-PF-1996

Heidelberg Germany

Natalie Van Den Adel

185-G-1990

Araski

Richelle Van Der Keijl

196-C-1993

Milano

Kourtney Treffers

187-F-1994

Lucca

Laura Westerik

176-F-1998

Bembibre

Noortje Driessen

178-SG-1999

Osnabrueck Germany

Julie Barennes

Head Coach

Landes

Molly McDowell

Assistant

Aurelie Bonnan

Assistant

Nantes

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HUNGARY

Hungarian National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Starting five

Kiss

Dubei

Kanyasi

Goree

Studer

Virag Kiss

195-C-1998

PEAC-Pecs

Reka Dombai

179-SG-2002

UNI Gyor

Debora Dubei

184-SF-1997

UNI Gyor

Veronika Kanyasi

179-G-1999

Miskolc

Cyesha Goree

188-F-1993

Atomeromu

Agnes Studer

169-PG-1998

Atomeromu

Nina Aho

179-G-1997

Miskolc

Agnes Torok

183-F-1998

UNI Gyor

Aliz Varga

186-SG-2001

Sopron

Nora Wentzel

180-F-2001

PEAC-Pecs

Bernadett Horvath

170-PG-1996

Ludovika-Csata Hungary

Angelika Kiss

192-C-2001

Miskolc

Norbert Szekely

Head Coach

Laszlo Cziczas

Assistant

UNI Gyor

Dalma Ivanyi

Assistant

PEAC-Pecs

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ICELAND

Icelandic National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Starting five

Sigurdardottir

Svansdottir

Jonsdottir

Hinriksdottir

Kristjansdottir

Isabella Sigurdardottir

187-F-1997

Njardvik

Dilja Larusdottir

172-G-2003

Stjarnan

Dagbjort Karlsdottir

169-PG-1999

Valur

Anna Svansdottir

175-SG-2001

Keflavik

Tinna Alexandersdottir

177-G-2003

Haukar

Thora Jonsdottir

173-F-1997

Falcon

Sara Hinriksdottir

185-F-1996

Faenza

Elisabeth Aegisdottir

187-F/C-2003

Haukar

Emma Hjordisardottir

170-F-2004

Haukar

Agnes Svansdottir

180-F-2004

Keflavik

Asta Grimsdottir

185-F-2001

Valur

Eva Kristjansdottir

186-F-1997

Haukar

Benedikt Gudmundsson

Head Coach

Njardvik

Halldor Thorsson

Assistant

Hamar

Olafur Sigurdsson

Assistant

Valur

D1 Round 20: Breidablik B still unable to win any game - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

Bottom-ranked Breidablik B (0-16) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 88-59 loss to third ranked Snaefell (13-4) in Kopavogur on Wednesday evening. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. The game was mostly controlled by Snaefell. Breidablik B managed to win second period 19-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Breidablik B to just 7 points in first quarter. Snaefell dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Breidablik B's 38. Snaefell forced 23 Breidablik B turnovers and outrebounded them 54-40 including a 23-12 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was American power forward Cheah Rael-Whitsitt (180, college: Texas A&M) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 18 rebounds, 5 assists and 9 steals. Maltese guard Ylenia Bonett (170-2003, agency: DC Sports) chipped in 13 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. Inga Johannsdottir (-2004) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Snaefell moved-up to second place, which they share with Thor AK. Newly promoted Breidablik B still closes the standings. Snaefell is looking forward to face league's second-placed Thor AK in Akureyri in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Breidablik B will play on the road against Hamar (#5) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
The game with biggest result difference took place in Akureyri. Local Thor AK (13-4) outscored 8th ranked Tindastoll (2-15) 102-56. American forward Maddie Sutton (180-1998, college: Tusculum) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 17 rebounds and 6 assists. Hrefna Ottosdottir contributed with 19 points for the winners. American forward Jayla Johnson (188, college: EKU) replied with 28 points and 7 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) for Tindastoll. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Thor AK have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 13-4 record having just two points less than leader Stjarnan, which they share with Snaefell. Tindastoll lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 15 games lost. Thor AK will play against Snaefell (#3) in Stykkisholmur in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Tindastoll will play at home against Armann (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last game of round 20 Hamar was defeated by KR in Reykjavik 100-92.
The best stats of 20th round was 38 points (!!!) and 13 rebounds by Violet Morrow of KR.

The Round Review is presented by LBM Management. A full-service agency focused on Women's basketball sphere and working worldwide. A global and ethical quality service.

Thor AK - Tindastoll 102-56

The game with biggest result difference took place in Akureyri. Local Thor AK (13-4) outscored 8th ranked Tindastoll (2-15) 102-56. The game was mostly controlled by Thor AK. Tindastoll was better in third quarter 21-20. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Tindastoll 55-26 including a 38-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Thor AK players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Tindastoll's players. American forward Maddie Sutton (180-1998, college: Tusculum) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 17 rebounds and 6 assists. Hrefna Ottosdottir (175-2001) contributed with 19 points for the winners. Four Thor AK players scored in double figures. American forward Jayla Johnson (188, college: EKU) replied with 28 points and 7 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and Serbian-Hungarian power forward Emese Vida (190-1993) added 10 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Tindastoll. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Thor AK have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 13-4 record having just two points less than leader Stjarnan, which they share with Snaefell. Tindastoll lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 15 games lost. Thor AK will play against Snaefell (#3) in Stykkisholmur in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Tindastoll will play at home against Armann (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Thor AK: M.Sutton 22+17reb+6ast, H.Ottosdottir 19+3reb+1ast, H.Bjornsdottir 17+4reb, S.Emma 10+4reb+2ast, T.Poyraz 10+8reb+4ast, E.Eva 8+8reb+6ast
Tindastoll: J.Johnson 28+7reb, E.Vida 10+9reb+1ast, B.Klara 8+2ast, D.Eva 4+3reb+2ast, N.Vidisdottir 3+1ast, H.Ingigerdur 2+2reb+1ast

Breidablik B - Snaefell 59-88

Bottom-ranked Breidablik B (0-16) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 88-59 loss to third ranked Snaefell (13-4) in Kopavogur on Wednesday evening. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. The game was mostly controlled by Snaefell. Breidablik B managed to win second period 19-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Breidablik B to just 7 points in first quarter. Snaefell dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Breidablik B's 38. Snaefell forced 23 Breidablik B turnovers and outrebounded them 54-40 including a 23-12 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was American power forward Cheah Rael-Whitsitt (180, college: Texas A&M) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 18 rebounds, 5 assists and 9 steals. Maltese guard Ylenia Bonett (170-2003, agency: DC Sports) chipped in 13 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. Four Snaefell players scored in double figures. Inga Johannsdottir (-2004) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and Embla Halldorsdottir added 19 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Snaefell moved-up to second place, which they share with Thor AK. Newly promoted Breidablik B still closes the standings. Snaefell is looking forward to face league's second-placed Thor AK in Akureyri in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Breidablik B will play on the road against Hamar (#5) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Snaefell: C.Rael-Whitsitt 23+18reb+5ast, T.Minea 13+5reb+2ast, B.Ylenia 13+6reb+7ast, P.Koleva 11+6reb, O.Asthildur 6+3reb+1ast, T.Viktoria 6+4reb+1ast
Breidablik B: H.Embla 19+5reb+1ast, J.Inga 14+11reb, E.Alfredsdottir 11+5reb+1ast, T.Sara 5+1ast, I.Sandra 4+5reb, H.Thordis 4+1reb+2ast

KR - Hamar 100-92

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 5th ranked Hamar's (9-9) road loss to fourth ranked KR (10-7) 92-100. Hamar was ahead by 1 point at the halftime before a 49-40 second half run of KR. They also forced 21 Hamar turnovers. They shot the lights out from three nailing 15 long-distance shots on high 51.7 percentage. KR players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. American guard Violet Morrow (176-1997, college: EWU, agency: Interperformances) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 38 points (!!!) and 13 rebounds. Point guard Perla Johannsdottir (168-1993) contributed with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners. Morrow is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four KR players scored in double figures. American guard Jenna Mastellone (178-1999, college: SFU) replied with 33 points (!!!), 7 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals and forward Emma Hakonardottir (180-2005) added 26 points and 12 rebounds in the effort for Hamar. KR maintains fourth position with 10-7 record. Hamar at the other side keeps the fifth place with nine games lost. KR will play against Athena (#7) in Reykjavik in the next round. Hamar will play at home against Breidablik B and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
KR: V.Morrow 38+13reb+2ast, P.Johannsdottir 21+5reb+8ast, H.Bergsteinsdottir 14+5reb+4ast, F.Ragnarsdottir 11+4reb+7ast, G.Lea 6+4reb, G.Fjola 6+1reb+1ast
Hamar: J.Mastellone 33+7reb+7ast, H.Emma 26+12reb+3ast, Y.Adriaans 15+9reb+4ast, R.Kristinsdottir 6+3reb, J.Helga 5+4reb+3ast, G.Hildur 4+2reb+2ast

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IRELAND

2023 EuroBasket Qualifiers: Czech Republic stun Republic of Ireland in Prague - by Eurobasket News

Irish National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Finn

Thornton

Melia

Herlihy

O'Reilly

Michelle Clarke

178-G-1994

Killester

Dayna Finn

177-F/G-2000

Trinity Meteors Ireland

Edel Thornton

175-G-1996

Brunell

Claire Melia

190-F-1999

Trinity Meteors Ireland

Hannah Thornton

185-F-1991

DCU Mercy

Sorcha Tiernan

177-F/G-1999

Mia Furlong

181-G-2001

Glanmire

Aine O'Connor

182-F/C-1991

Liffey Celtics Ireland

Bridget Herlihy

188-F/C-1997

Mark

Sarah Hickey

180-G-2004

WIT Wildcats Ireland

Ciara Bracken

170-G-2001

Liffey Celtics Ireland

Orla O'Reilly

182-G-1990

Waverley F. Australia

James Weldon

Head Coach

Ioannis Liapakis

Assistant

Jillian Hayes

Assistant

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ISRAEL

Israeli National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Baron

Rotberg

Cohen

Raber

Simms

Alyssa Baron

178-G/F-1992

E.Ramla

Eden Rotberg

170-G-1998

E.Ramla

Alexandra Cohen

196-F/C-1993

M.Ashdod

Gili Eisner

178-G-2001

M.Haifa

Hadar Hadad

178-G-1999

H.Petah Tikva Israel

Jennifer Fleischer

191-C-1984

E.Ramla

Eden Zipel

183-G/F-2002

H.Rishon LZ Israel

May Revahe

170-PG-2002

M.Haifa

Hila Karsh

173-PG-2004

H.Rishon LZ Israel

Noor Kayuf

168-PG-2001

E.Ramla

Danielle Raber

183-F-1996

E.Holon

Jennie Simms

183-G-1994

E.Holon

Sharon Drucker

Head Coach

H.Haifa

Roee Lazare

Assistant

M.Ramat Gan Israel

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ITALY

Italian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Keys

Bestagno

Verona

Zandalasini

Spreafico

Jasmine Keys

192-PF-1997

Schio

Matilde Villa

172-SG-2004

Venezia

Nicole Romeo

167-G-1989

Ragusa

Martina Bestagno

189-C-1990

Schio

Costanza Verona

170-PG-1999

Schio

Cecilia Zandalasini

189-F-1996

Bologna

Valeria Trucco

191-C-1999

San Giovanni Italy

Martina Fassina

183-F-1999

Venezia

Olbis Andre Olbis

192-C-1998

Bologna

Laura Spreafico

183-F/G-1991

Gernika

Ilaria Panzera

178-SG-2002

San Giovanni Italy

Beatrice Attura

170-PG-1994

Ragusa

Lino Lardo

Head Coach

Bologna

Massimo Romano

Assistant

Roseto

Cinzia Zanotti

Assistant

San Giovanni Italy

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JUCO

MCC women take over first place in NCCAC standings - by Eurobasket News

The McCook Community College women took over the lead in the Nebraska Community College standings Tuesday with a 59-52 win over Southeast Community College. "This was a good win for us. We didn't play our best all the way through, and it wasn't pretty at times, but we kept our composure," said MCC Coach Brandon Pritchett . "This has been a different team in the second half -we knew we'd take some bumps early on - and we still have a lot of the season to go, but I'm proud of the progression," Pritchett said. "Last semester we get into these situations, and even the first couple games this semester, we crumbled." On Tuesday, both teams were tied at halftime 28-28 but MCC outscored SCC 17-10 in the third quarter before the Storm cut the lead to two points with just over six minutes left in the game. MCC took charge of the game outscoring the Beatrice team 13-6 over the rest of the way. "We're doing a better job of not letting mistakes affect us and tonight we showed we can battle through those and make some stops," Pritchett said. Southeast came out and held an 18-14 lead after one quarter. "Southeast played hard, made good shots, got offensive rebounds and they beat us up inside, but we just kept battling," said Pritchett. The Storm outrebounded MCC 42-29 and went to the free-throw line 16 more times than the hosts. "They get 26 free throws to our 10, and a lot of calls went their way but, we fought through all that adversity," said Pritchett. Sophomore Vanessa Jurewicz (5'6''-PG-2001) (Stockholm, Sweden) helped keep MCC in the game early with 17 first-half-points. "Vanessa had a great start of the game for us, and Taryn Lindsey made some big free throws for us, she drives, attacks, gets a lot of contact and gets herself to the line," said Pritchett. The 5-5 redshirt freshman from Fountain, Colo., led all players with nine rebounds, scored 16 points and went eight-for-eight at the free-throw line. "I like the toughness in those two guards, they have carried us all year and now some others are continuing to step up," Pritchett said. Jurewicz finished with 26 points, including two-for-five from the 3-point line and two-for-two from the free-throw line with four assists. Noa Iglesias Chorda (freshman, Barcelona, Spain) scored seven points - all coming in the second half. MCC shot 41.5 percent from the field, made five of 16 3-pointers, and went 10-for-10 from the free-throw line. SCC shot 32.7 percent from the field, made two of nine shots from the 3-point line, and went 14 of 26 from the line (53.8 percent). Southeast falls to 13-12 overall and 2-2 in Nebraska Conference play. MCC improves to 9-14 and 3-1 in the NCCAC with a pair of NCCAC games left: Feb. 14 at home against North Platte and Feb. 20 at Columbus against Central Community College. The Storm have two NCCAC games remaining, both on the road: Saturday at North Platte and Feb. 25 at Central Community College. MCC will return to Region IX play Friday and will host Lamar Community College in a 5:30 p.m. game at the Peter and Dolores Graff Events Center. MCC is tied for third among the six teams in the south division of Region IX. Otero is first at 5-1, Western Nebraska second at 3-1, MCC and Trinidad State are tied at 3-2 (MCC downed the Lady Trojans 79-73 in McCook Jan. 14), Northeastern Junior College fifth at 1-3 and Lamar College sixth at 0-5. The winner of the south division will host the Region IX post-season tournament this year with the top two finishers from the south and north getting automatic bids. The third and fourth-place teams will host a home play-in game against the fifth and sixth place teams.
Courtesy of: mccookcc.prestosports.com

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KOSOVO

Superliga Round 16 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most interesting game of round 16 was a home defeat of 5th ranked United (4-12) to fourth ranked Trepca (5-11) 39-33 in the game for the fourth place. Trepca held United to an opponent 23.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 30.2 percent accuracy of the winners. Trepca forced 27 United turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American Marshanique Hall who helped to win the game recording 8 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists and 10 steals and the other American import swingman KeAunna Johnson (180, college: UMHB) who added 13 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side Anesa Korqa (-2003) responded with 8 points. Trepca maintains fourth position with 5-11 record. United lost seventh consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fifth place with 12 games lost. Trepca are looking forward to face league's second-placed Prishtina at home in the next round and it may be the game of the week. United will play against the league's leader Bashkimi in Prizren and is hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series.
The game in Gjakove supposed to be also worth to mention about. Second ranked Prishtina (13-3) played at the court of 6th ranked Vellaznimi (1-14). Prishtina smashed Vellaznimi 94-47. The winners were led by American guard Adrienne Godbold (180-1991, college: Illinois) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds and Zerina Shatri supported her with 17 points and 6 rebounds. Prishtina's coach Fidan Shatri felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 23 points (made all of her seven free throws) by point guard Rina Hodaj (156-1998) did not help to save the game for Vellaznimi. Prishtina have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 13-3 record behind leader Bashkimi. Vellaznimi at the other side stay at the bottom place with 14 games lost. Prishtina will play against Trepca (#4) in Mitrovice in the next round. Vellaznimi will play on the road against Penza in Peja to get more than just one victory in their record.

The most impressive stats of the last round was 18 points and 5 rebounds by Diellza Dekaj of Prishtina.

The Round Review is presented by LBM Management. A full-service agency focused on Women's basketball sphere and working worldwide. A global and ethical quality service.

United - Trepca 33-39

The most interesting game of round 16 was a home defeat of 5th ranked United (4-12) to fourth ranked Trepca (5-11) 39-33 in the game for the fourth place. Trepca held United to an opponent 23.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 30.2 percent accuracy of the winners. Trepca forced 27 United turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American Marshanique Hall who helped to win the game recording 8 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists and 10 steals and the other American import swingman KeAunna Johnson (180, college: UMHB) who added 13 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Johnson is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the losing side Anesa Korqa (-2003) responded with 8 points and Viola Syla scored 5 points and 6 rebounds. Trepca maintains fourth position with 5-11 record. United lost seventh consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fifth place with 12 games lost. Trepca are looking forward to face league's second-placed Prishtina at home in the next round and it may be the game of the week. United will play against the league's leader Bashkimi in Prizren and is hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series.
Top scorers:
United: S.Anila 11+2reb, K.Anesa 8+4reb+2ast, S.Viola 5+6reb+3ast, V.Liudmyla 4+7reb+1ast, S.Anila 2+2reb, R.Brikena 2+7reb+2ast
Trepca: K.Johnson 13+5reb+1ast, M.Erzana 10+6reb+2ast, H.Marshanique 8+9reb+5ast, M.Alma 4+9reb, K.Erva 2+5reb, M.Blerta 2+2reb

Vellaznimi - Prishtina 47-94

The game in Gjakove supposed to be also worth to mention about. Second ranked Prishtina (13-3) played at the court of 6th ranked Vellaznimi (1-14). Prishtina smashed Vellaznimi 94-47. Prishtina held Vellaznimi to an opponent 20.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 51.9 percent accuracy of the winners. Prishtina forced 20 Vellaznimi turnovers and outrebounded them 51-28 including a 35-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 31 assists comparing to just 3 passes made by Vellaznimi's players. The winners were led by American guard Adrienne Godbold (180-1991, college: Illinois) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds and the former international power forward Zerina Shatri (188-1995, college: OLLU) supported her with 17 points and 6 rebounds. Godbold is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Prishtina players scored in double figures. Prishtina's coach Fidan Shatri felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 23 points (made all of her seven free throws) by point guard Rina Hodaj (156-1998) did not help to save the game for Vellaznimi. American forward Alyn Sankar (178, college: Delaware St.) added 16 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Prishtina have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 13-3 record behind leader Bashkimi. Vellaznimi at the other side stay at the bottom place with 14 games lost. Prishtina will play against Trepca (#4) in Mitrovice in the next round. Vellaznimi will play on the road against Penza in Peja to get more than just one victory in their record.
Top scorers:
Vellaznimi: R.Hodaj 23+2reb, A.Sankar 16+6reb+1ast, S.Tianna 4+14reb+1ast, B.Fesata 2+5reb+1ast, S.Aroma 2+1reb, B.Edlira 0
Prishtina: D.Dekaj 18+5reb+1ast, Z.Shatri 17+6reb+2ast, A.Godbold 16+12reb+2ast, A.Rrahmani 11+5reb+6ast, S.Mgbeike 10+10reb+4ast, K.Hilaire 8+1reb+5ast

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LATVIA

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Martina BERTANE

Ventspils
(173-PG-2004)
Avg: 20.2

20.2

18.9

17.9

16.2

14.9

Latvian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Latvian National Team 2023

Strautmane

Vihmane

Dikaioulaku

Pilabere

Jurjane

Paula Strautmane

185-F-1997

Cadi La Seu Spain

Ketija Vihmane

176-G-2001

Saarlouis

Elina Dikaioulaku

173-PG-1989

E.Ramla

Karline Pilabere

189-F-1990

Patti

Aija Jurjane

191-F/C-1988

Galatasaray Turkey

Anete Steinberga

190-C-1990

Bourges

Ieva Pulvere

172-G-1990

Galatasaray Turkey

Ilze Jakobsone

168-G-1994

TTT Riga

Laura Meldere

191-F/C-2001

Venezia

Aleksa Gulbe

190-F-2000

Avenida

Kitija Laksa

182-F-1996

Bologna

Kate Vilka

184-F-1996

TTT Riga

Gundars Vetra

Head Coach

Arka Gdynia Poland

Ainars Zvirgzdins

Assistant

Martins Zibarts

Assistant

Olympiacos Greece

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LITHUANIA

Stats Leaders - LMKL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Olga FOMINA

VK-Kamane
(164-PG-1989)
Avg: 22.1

22.1

22.0

21.4

20.7

19.9

Lithuanian National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Starting five

Nacickaite

Sulske

Juskaite

Petronyte

Labuckiene

Juste Jocyte

187-SF-2005

Lyon

Kamile Nacickaite

181-G-1989

Galatasaray Turkey

Santa Baltkojiene

175-G-1992

E.Holon

Gerda Raulusaityte

189-C-2004

Kibirkstis-MRU Lithuania

Gabriele Sulske

177-PG-1990

Kibirkstis-MRU Lithuania

Monika Grigalauskyte

190-PF-1992

Miskolc

Laura Juskaite

187-F-1997

Ragusa

Gintare Petronyte

195-C/F-1989

Kibirkstis-MRU Lithuania

Egle Sventoraite

198-C-1991

Hatay

Gabija Meskonyte

181-F-1998

Gernika

Dalia Donskichyte

169-PG-2000

Neptunas

Giedre Labuckiene

192-C-1990

Girona

Rimantas Grigas

Head Coach

Aistes-LSMU Lithuania

Vilius Stanisauskas

Assistant

LCC Tarp.

Sandra Linkeviciene

Assistant

Kibirkstis-MRU Lithuania

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LUXEMBOURG

Luxembourg National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Geniets

Mossong

Wolff

Jablonowski

Skrijelj

Mandy Geniets

172-PG-1998

T71

Isa Hamalainen

183-C-2006

Residence

Nadia Mossong

182-F-1986

T71

Charlie Bidinger

165-G-1995

Musel Pikes Luxembourg

Kyra Coulon

180-SF-2004

Esch

Cathrin Wolff

180-C-1996

Grengewald Luxembourg

Lisa Jablonowski

192-F-1997

Costa Masnaga Italy

Emma Blasen

174-G-2006

T71

Liz Irthum

182-C-2001

Contern

Laetitia Schumacher

175-F/G-2004

Amicale

Esmeralda Skrijelj

175-SF-1995

Amicale

Faith Etute

183-F-2005

T71

Mariusz Dziurdzia

Head Coach

Pierre Rodenbourg

Assistant

Racing

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MONTENEGRO

Montenegrin National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Dubljevic

Kovacevic

Zivaljevic

Mujovic

Vucetic

Jelena Dubljevic

191-C-1987

Ormanspor

Bojana Kovacevic

191-F/C-1996

Cadi La Seu Spain

Sofija Zivaljevic

179-G-1997

Arka Gdynia Poland

Lana Vukcevic

194-C-2005

Buducnost

Zorana Radonjic

173-G-2002

Buducnost

Dragana Zivkovic

183-SG-2001

Buducnost

Bozica Mujovic

178-G-1996

Piestanske C. Slovakia

Milena Jaksic

178-F/G-1998

Niksic

Maja Bigovic

195-C-2002

Buducnost

Jelena Vucetic

178-G-1993

Herceg Novi Montenegro

Ksenija Scepanovic

191-C-2002

Buducnost

Marija Lekovic

170-PG-2003

Buducnost

Jelena Skerovic

Head Coach

Arka Gdynia Poland

Alberto Antuna

Assistant

Dresden

Miroslav Skara

Assistant

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NAIA

No.13 Rio Grande wins with big 2nd half - by Eurobasket News

No. 13-ranked University of Rio Grande (Ohio) used a big second half to turn a four-point game into a 108-73 victory over visiting Point Park University on Tuesday night. The RedStorm (22-3, 13-1 RS) were hanging on to a 40-36 lead over Point Park (8-15, 5-10 RSC) at the half in the River States Conference matchup. But Rio Grande pulled away starting in the third quarter to maintain their big lead in the RSC East Division standings. Point Park had four starters in double figures. Sierra Seneta (5'7''-G) and Alexis Giles (5'9''-G) each scored 18 points with Ari Bleda (5'11''-G) putting in 16 points. Taylor Rinn added 11 points and nine rebounds. Rio Grande countered with five in double digits. Kaylee Darnell took game-high honors with 23 along with eight rebounds and four assists. Ella Skeens had 18. Joining in on what was a hot-shooting night for the RedStorm were Hailey Antritt with 13 points, Joselyn Abraham with 16 and Lavendar Ward with 10 as those three players combined to make 13 of 17 field goals. Alea Crites and Lexi Woods (5'11''-F) each had eight points and combined to make 7 for 10 from the field. Skeens, a favorite for RSC Player of the Year, did not shoot as high of a percentage as she usually does making 8 for 21 on the night. But Darnell -- who was 10 for 20 -- and the rest of the lineup filled in. Even going on the road to face the nationally ranked RedStorm and Rio Grande getting a 131-67 win at Ohio Christian in its last outing, the Pioneers were undeterred as Tuesday's game began. Even after the Pioneers faced an early deficit of 8-2, they responded with an 8-2 run of their own to knot the score at 10-10 later in the first quarter. That was with Coral Homs coming off the bench to drain a 3-pointer. Moments later, Point Park went ahead, 14-12, on a basket by Rinn. Rio Grande was hanging on to a 25-24 lead after 10 minutes. The Pioneers took a 32-20 lead on Rinn's bucket in the second quarter. Seneta, who was 4 for 8 from long range on the night, hit from the outside to pull within 36-35 late in the half. But that was Point Park's last field goal of the opening half as Rio Grande took a two-possession lead into the break. Emma Pavelek (5'9''-G) drove for a basket to get within 42-38 early in the third. On the other end, Antritt scored an old-fashioned 3-point play, and that ignited a spurt for the RedStorm. Rio Grande, which made 17 of 24 field goals in the third quarter, was later ahead by a score of 59-41. After scoring 40 in the first half, Rio Grande put up 39 in the third quarter to take control. Point Park made nine 3-pointers on the night. On top of Seneta's four treys, Biles and Bleda each made two. The Pioneers shot 34 percent overall with Rio Grande getting up to 50 percent with its big second half. Point Park looks ahead to Senior Day on Saturday, Feb. 11 versus Carlow. Point Park's five seniors -- Rinn, Seneta, Jordan Yaniga, Jordan O'Malley and Tanner Hoffer -- will be recognized with a pre-game ceremony at 11:45 a.m. Tipoff is 1:00 p.m.
Courtesy of: pointparksports.com

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NCAA1

NCAA1 Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Maddy SIEGRIST

Villanova
(185-F-)
Avg: 28.2

28.2

28.2

27.0

25.5

23.5

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NCAA2

Four Patriots land in double-figures to secure 73-48 win - by Eurobasket News

Four Patriots finished with double-figure points to guide Francis Marion University to a 73-48 road victory over North Greenville University, Tuesday night (Feb. 7) in Conference Carolinas women's basketball action. Francis Marion (16-6, 14-2), seventh in the latest D2SIDA Southeast Region rankings, extends its winning streak to 14, now the fifth-longest streak in program history, and the longest since a 15-game streak in 2009. The Patriots move into a tie for second place and are now only one game out of first place in the conference standings. FMU returns to its domain at the Walter D. Smith University Center hosting Emmanuel College on Saturday (Feb. 11) at 2 p.m. The two-time reigning conference Player of the Week, FMU junior center Lauryn Taylor, secured her eighth double-double this season with 25 points and 10 rebounds. The Blythewood, S.C., native moved past Creshenda Singletary and into 29th place on the Patriot career scoring list with 1,059 points. FMU senior forward Jasmine Stanley (6'1''-F) scored 15 points and pulled in nine rebounds, while sophomore guard Kiana Lee ended with 15 points and six rebounds, and freshmen Trinity Adams posted 12 points and five rebounds. FMU was perfect at the charity stripe hitting 14-of-14, the second-most free throw makes without a miss in program history. The Patriots shot 40.3 percent from the floor, while the Crusaders were held to 37.5 percent from the floor, including 3-of-16 from behind the three-point arc, and only 3-of-5 free throws. Junior guard Jayda Glass scored 17 points for North Greenville (5-16, 5-10). The Crusaders opened the first quarter with a 7-2 lead over the Patriots and did not lose that until a 6-0 run featuring Stanley's go-ahead layup at 8-7 with 3:37 on the clock. NGU would hop back in front after a jump shot from Glass at 9-8, but two free throws from Taylor secured the lead for the rest of the quarter as well as the contest. FMU would also go on an 11-0 run to lead 19-9 heading into the second quarter. NGU's Glass cut the Francis Marion lead down to seven points after a three-pointer at 19-12 with 9:19 on the clock. However, that basket kick started the Patriot's best scoring run of the night scoring, 14-0, to lead 33-12 with 4:45 remaining in the half. NGU managed to cut the deficit to 17 before the half, but FMU carried the lead into the locker room ahead 40-23. Taylor scored 14 points and hauled in six rebounds in the first half, while Lee and Adams both contributed with eight points. The Patriots would hold the Crusaders to 4-of-18 from the floor, scoring a game-low eight points in the third quarter. Lee would also knock down a floater to give FMU its largest lead of 30 at 53-23 in the third. Stanley and Taylor would both score 11 points in the second half to propel the Patriots to the victory. FMU held a 16-5 rebounding margin on the offensive glass, and a resulting 17-4 edge in second-chance points.
Courtesy of: fmupatriots.com

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NCAA3

Nazareth Drains 15 3-pointers in Victory Over Keuka, 99-41 - by Eurobasket News

The Nazareth women's hoops team scored a season-high 99 points, including draining 15 3-pointers to cruise to a 99-41 victory over Keuka College on Tuesday night at Kidera Gymnasium. The 15 triples, on nearly 54 percent (15-for-28) from downtown, was also a season-high. Jadyn Abrams had a season-high five 3-pointers en route to a team-high 21 points. Nazareth was red hot from 3-point land in the opening half, drilling 11-of-15 3-pointers (73 percent) to build a 58-17 lead. Coming into the contest, Nazareth's previous high for 3-pointers in a game was 11 against Utica on January 31. Abrams was 3-for-4 in the opening quarter from deep. She had a team-high 16 points at the half. Kim Davis was extremely efficient in the first, going 6-for-8 for 14 points. The Golden Flyers did a good job of spreading the ball around, assisting on 18 of the 23 field goals. Nazareth finished the game with 30 assists, just one off the school record. Nazareth's previous season-high for points was 91 in victory over Utica on January 31. Brielle Reidinger notched another double-double with 12 points, 11 boards, and five assists. Katie MacLachlan had a season-high nine assists and also had six rebounds. Kiara Anglin chipped in 10 points. Caley Cornwell was 4-for-5 from the field for nine points and Madilann Johnson added eight points and four assists. Nazareth finished the game nearly 58 percent from the field (41-for-71). Nazareth will host St. John Fisher on Saturday at 5 p.m. in the Battle of the Beaks. Tickets will be available at the door on a first-come-first-served basis.
Courtesy of: d3hoops.com

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NORTH MACEDONIA

North Macedonian National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Starting five

Stojanovska

Mitrashinovic

Kmetovska

Trajchevska

Antic

Tijana Mitreva

174-PG-2001

Roseto

Aleksandra Stojanovska

178-G-1994

Coruna

Mihaela Aleksovska

175-G/F-2005

Kriva Palanka North Macedonia

Andjelika Mitrashinovic

177-PG-1993

Montana

Katerina Pop-Dimitrovska

175-G/F-2001

KAM Basket North Macedonia

Milica Nikolikj

188-SF-2006

Ivana Kmetovska

190-C-1995

Sf.Gheorghe Romania

Anja Nachevska

2007

Vardar

Nena Trajchevska

183-F-1994

Arxil

Jelena Antic

187-PF-1991

M.Ashdod

Aleksandar Ashadanov

Head Coach

Atanas Dimov

Assistant

Probasket

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POLAND

Polish National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Starting five

Gajda

Jakubiuk

Rembiszewska

Kastanek

Telenga

Zuzanna Sklepowicz

173-PG-1996

Moncalieri Italy

Julia Niemojewska

170-PG-1998

Arka Gdynia Poland

Kamila Borkowska

201-C-2002

Arka Gdynia Poland

Magdalena Szymkiewicz

180-C-2002

Arka Gdynia Poland

Agnieszka Skobel

180-SG-1989

Poznan

Weronika Gajda

174-PG-1989

Polkowice

Aleksandra Parzenska

187-F/C-1997

Joventut

Klaudia Gertchen

182-SF-1996

Polkowice

Anna Jakubiuk

182-F-1994

Wroclaw

Amalia Rembiszewska

191-F-1996

Kangoeroes Belgium

Marissa Kastanek

175-G-1990

Arka Gdynia Poland

Weronika Telenga

192-C-1995

Polkowice

Maros Kovacik

Head Coach

GTK

Karol Kowalewski

Assistant

Polkowice

Martin Pospisil

Assistant

Smith number one in Poland EBLK for round 18 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Australian Forward Alanna Smith (193-F-1996) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for top-ranked Gorzow Wlkp., receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 18.
The 26-year old player had a double-double of 42 points and 14 rebounds, while her team outclassed Pruszkow (#10, 2-16) with 37-point margin 94-57. It allowed Gorzow Wlkp. to consolidate first place in the Polish EBLK. Gorzow Wlkp. has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the championship title. They improved their record to 16-1. In the team's last game Smith had a remarkable 68.8% from 2-point range. She turned to be Gorzow Wlkp.'s top player in her first season with the team. Former Stanford University star has very solid stats this year. Smith is league's best scorer averaging so far 22.3ppg. Smith is in league's top in rebounds (7th best: 9.7rpg) and averages impressive 2.5bpg,2.1spg,65.0% FGP and 47.1% from behind 3-point line.

The second best player in last round's games was young Ghanian Batabe Zempare (191-F-1994, agency: LBM Management) of Sosnowiec. Zempare had a very good evening with a double-double of 27 points and 14 rebounds. Of course she led Sosnowiec to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Bydgoszcz (#11, 1-15) 97-70. This victory allowed Sosnowiec to move up to 3rd position in the standings. Her team's 10-6 record is not bad at all. Zempare is a newcomer at Sosnowiec, but is already one of team's top players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.1ppg (#4). She also registered 10.8 boards per game.

Third on the list of top players last round was American forward Maya Dodson (191-F-1999) of Poznan (#6). Dodson scored 18 points and grabbed nine rebounds. Despite Dodson's great performance Poznan lost 79-95 to the higher-ranked Polkowice (#2, 13-3). But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing Poznan needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 9 victories and 8 lost games. Dodson has a great season in Poland. After 17 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 10.1rpg (3rd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Mart'e Grays (188-F-1996) of Torun - 28 points and 5 rebounds
5. Miroslava Prazenicova (184-F-1997) of Sosnowiec - 22 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists
6. Karina Michalek (180-F-1993) of Bydgoszcz - 29 points and 6 rebounds
7. Chantel Horvat (185-G-1998) of Gorzow Wlkp. - 22 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Jessica Jackson (193-PF-1995) of Polonia W-wa - 19 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Stephanie Mavunga (191-C-1995) of Polkowice - 17 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists
10. Tilbe Senyurek (190-C-1995) of Gorzow Wlkp. - 23 points and 9 rebounds

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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PORTUGAL

2023 EuroBasket Qualifiers: Maria Bettencourt paces Portugal past Greece - by Eurobasket News

Consuelo Velez is a new add in CBQ - by Luis Rocha

Consuelo Velez has signed a deal with CBQ untill the end of this season. She comes to replace the team foreign player in order to help CBQ to reach their goals. Consuelo is a player that already won many titles (personally and for his teams) in Central America specially in Peru. On her first European experoience Consuelo has all it takes to help her new team to achieve success. Her adaptation to Portugal can be quick because of the language, spanish is not a barrier in Portugal. She will come to win and improve her team.

Portuguese National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Soeiro

Bettencourt

Kostourkova

Gomes

Costa

Joana Soeiro

170-G-1995

Benfica

Maianca Umabano

180-F-1997

GDESSA

Marta Martins

162-G-2001

Benfica

Ines Viana

166-PG-1994

BC Minsk

Marcy Goncalves

177-G/F-1990

Ardoi

Laura Ferreira

180-F-1995

Saarlouis

Maria Bettencourt

173-G-1991

Jairis

Maria Kostourkova

193-C-1997

Cadi La Seu Spain

Josephine Filipe

177-F-1995

Azkoitia

Sofia Gomes

188-PF-1990

Gernika

Marcia Costa

173-SG-1989

GDESSA

Joana Cristelo

190-C-1996

Benfica

Ricardo Vasconcelos

Head Coach

Zamarat

Agostinho Pinto

Assistant

Natacao

Pedro Dias

Assistant

Vitoria SC Portugal

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ROMANIA

Romanian National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Starting five

Virjoghe

Stanici-Diaconu

Sipos

Irimia

Podar

Anamaria Virjoghe

196-F-1999

Esperides

Bianca Fota

176-F-1995

Constanta

Stefania Catinean

165-PG-2001

Sf.Gheorghe Romania

Nicoleta Mititelu

180-F-2000

Sf.Gheorghe Romania

Florina Stanici-Diaconu

170-G-1982

Rapid

Dora Ardelean

186-PF-1994

Constanta

Anca Sipos

185-F-1985

Agronomia

Gabriela Irimia

183-SF-1990

Rapid

Boglarka Biszak

175-F-1999

Targu Secuiesc Romania

Nicolett Orban

190-C-2000

Sf.Gheorghe Romania

Alina Podar

178-G-1998

Constanta

Teodora Manea

180-F-1999

Constanta

Daniel Calancea

Head Coach

Brasov

Alina Serban

Assistant

2023 EuroBasket Qualifiers: Spain overwhelm Romania in Sfantu Gheorghe - by Eurobasket News

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RUSSIA

Tatyana Soloveva gets MVP of the Week award for Russian Superleague 1 - by Eurobasket News

Tatyana Soloveva (182-F-1997) put on an amazing game in the last round for Spartak SP and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Superleague 1 Player of the Week award for round 22.
The 25-year old forward had the game-high 13 points adding nine rebounds and six assists for Spartak SP in her team's victory, helping them to crush Dynamo-En.IVA (#10, 6-16) with 20-point margin 86-66. The game was not the highest importance and did not have significant influence on top of the standings. Spartak SP maintains the 9th position in Russian Superleague 1. Spartak SP is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 9-13 record. Soloveva turned to be Spartak SP's top player in her first season with the team. Soloveva has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in rebounds (8th best: 7.6rpg).

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young power forward Margarita Grin (183-F/C-1998) of Novocherkassk. Grin impressed basketball fans with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists. Bad luck as Novocherkassk lost that game 68-78 to the higher-ranked UMMC Junior (#5, 16-6). Novocherkassk are still at the very bottom. 21 lost games are too many considering they did not win any game. Grin is a newcomer at Novocherkassk and it seems she did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders.

The third best performed player last round was Polina Kuznetsova (181-PF-2004) of UMMC Junior (#5). Kuznetsova scored 19 points and grabbed nine rebounds. She was a key player of UMMC Junior, leading her team to a 78-68 win against Novocherkassk (#12, 0-21). UMMC Junior needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 16 victories and 6 lost games. Kuznetsova has a very solid season. In 18 games in Russia she scored 8.8ppg. She also has 6.1rpg and FGP: 52.6%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Margarita Kuzyakina (190-F/C-2002) of UMMC Junior - 7 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Mariya Likhanova (192-C-1999) of Spartak N. - 15 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Alexandra Eliseeva (170-G-2005) of MBA-2 - 14 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Darya Sidorova (176-F-2001) of UMMC Junior - 13 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Anastaiya Kuplinova (175-PG-1996) of Kazanochka - 19 points and 8 rebounds
9. Yana Elberg (177-G-2004) of Dynamo-Farm - 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists
10. Sofia Liulina (181-F-2004) of Sparta&K-2 V - 17 points and 2 rebounds

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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SERBIA

Serbian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Jovanovic

Crvendakic

Anderson

Topuzovic

Krajisnik-Jovanovic

Ivana Raca

189-F-1999

Fenerbahce Turkey

Nevena Jovanovic

182-SG-1990

Nika

Aleksandra Crvendakic

188-F-1996

Mersin

Yvonne Anderson

170-G-1990

Bourges

Dragana Stankovic

195-C-1995

Sopron

Jovana Nogic

185-G-1997

Avenida

Kristina Topuzovic

183-F/G-1994

Herner

Aleksandra Stanacev

167-PG-1994

Lublin

Masa Jankovic

187-C-2000

Leganes

Tina Krajisnik-Jovanovic

190-F/C-1991

UMMC

Katarina Zec

180-G/F-1997

Lublin

Mina Djordjevic

188-PF-1999

Fenerbahce Turkey

Marina Maljkovic

Head Coach

Fenerbahce Turkey

Filip Bencic

Assistant

Ljubica Drljaca

Assistant

Castors Braine Belgium

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SLOVAKIA

Slovakian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Jakubcova

Stasova

Palenikova

Oroszova

Mistinova-Prazenicova

Ivana Jakubcova

198-C-1994

Angers

Veronika Remenarova

188-F-1997

Keltern

Radka Stasova

169-G-1997

Al-Qazeres Spain

Natalia Martiskova

170-SG-1999

Piestanske C. Slovakia

Terezia Palenikova

178-SF-1995

Tenerife

Sabina Oroszova

189-F-1993

UNI Gyor

Miroslava Mistinova-Prazenicova

184-F-1997

Sosnowiec

Sona Svetlikova

184-C-1999

Ruzomberok Slovakia

Alica Moravcikova

189-C-1994

Piestanske C. Slovakia

Alexandra Buknova

177-SG-1999

Ruzomberok Slovakia

Stella Tarkovicova

180-SF-1999

Osnabrueck Germany

Viktoria Havranova

178-SG-1998

Ruzomberok Slovakia

Juraj Suja

Head Coach

Peter Jankovic

Assistant

Piestanske C. Slovakia

Miloslav Michalik

Assistant

Slavia BB

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SLOVENIA

Slovenian National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Starting five

Oblak

Jakovina

Friskovec

Jelenc

Baric

Teja Oblak

173-PG-1990

USK Praha

Tina Cvijanovic

180-SG-1998

Empoli

Aleksandra Kroselj

173-PG-1999

Castors Braine Belgium

Marusa Senicar

187-SF-1997

Celje

Tina Jakovina

184-F-1992

Crvena Zvezda Serbia

Zala Friskovec

179-G-1999

Polkowice

Mojca Jelenc

200-C-2003

Celje

Ajsa Sivka

190-PF-2005

Schio

Zala Srot

184-F-2004

San Salvatore Italy

Sara Vujacic

180-G-1996

Vicenza

Blaza Ceh

181-PG-2003

Celje

Nika Baric

169-PG-1992

Nika

Georgios Dikaioulakos

Head Coach

Schio

Tomaz Fartek

Assistant

Triglav

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SPAIN

Spanish National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Starting five

Salvadores

Ouvina

Araujo

Quevedo

Ginzo

Mariona Ortiz

183-G-1992

Zaragoza

Irati Etxarri

187-SF-1998

Girona

Angela Salvadores

178-PG-1997

Valencia

Cristina Ouvina

173-PG-1990

Valencia

Maria Araujo

188-PF-1997

Girona

Laura Quevedo

185-G-1996

Lyon

Andrea Vilaro

182-G-1993

Avenida

Maria Erauncetamurguil

185-C-1998

Estudiantes Spain

Paula Ginzo

187-F-1998

Ensino

Marta Canella

178-G-1995

Barca CBS

Laura Gil

190-C-1992

Landes

Sandra Ygueravide

172-PG-1984

Gernika

Miguel Mendez

Head Coach

Bologna

Luis Rey

Assistant

UMMC

Madelen Urieta

Assistant

Araski

2023 EuroBasket Qualifiers: Spain overwhelm Romania in Sfantu Gheorghe - by Eurobasket News

Clara Vieitas claims Spanish LF2 weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Talented Portuguese Clara Vieitas (198-C-2006) put on an amazing game in the last round for Unicaja and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 17.
The 16-year old center had the game-high 26 points adding eight rebounds for Unicaja in her team's victory, helping them to edge out Leon (#10, 7-10) 81-80. Unicaja maintains the 7th position in their group in Spanish LF2. Unicaja is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 8-8 record. It's Vieitas' second year at Unicaja and it's hard to imagine this team without her. Clara Vieitas averages this season 10.3ppg and 6.7rpg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Kenyan center Mercy Wanyama (185-C-1992) of Cortegada. Wanyama impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 21 points and 11 rebounds. Bad luck as Cortegada was edged by the lower-ranked Genero (#8, 8-8) 56-55. Cortegada managed to keep the same 4th spot in Group A. Her team's 9-7 record is not bad at all. Wanyama is well-known by Cortegada fans and she already established her position as one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 15.4ppg (#3). She also registered 10.1 boards per game.

The third best performed player last round was Diaw Absatou of Sevilla (#12). Absatou scored 15 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). She was a key player of Sevilla, leading her team to a 71-58 easy win against the higher-ranked Logrono (#6, 8-7). Absatou has a very solid season. In 5 games in Spain she scored 9.2ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Michaela Stejskalova (186-F-1987) of CD Talent - 22 points and 6 rebounds
5. Maryam Adepoju (178-F-1997) of Genero - 14 points and 10 rebounds
6. Maria Lineira (182-F-1983) of Aranguren - 10 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists
7. Beatriz Royo (176-F-1991) of Aranguren - 18 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Paloma Dorda (184-F/C-1997) of Coruna - 16 points and 8 rebounds
9. Artemis Afonso (175-F/C-1993) of Castello - 17 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Abby Anderson (188-F-1999) of Barakaldo - 12 points and 11 rebounds

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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SWEDEN

Swedish National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Gustavsson

Fontaine

Eldebrink

Lundquist

Zahui

Elin Gustavsson

190-F-1993

Sassari

Lovisa Hjern

175-G-1999

Norrkoping Sweden

Nathalie Fontaine

188-F/G-1993

Arka Gdynia Poland

Frida Eldebrink

174-G-1988

Sodertalje Sweden

Klara Lundquist

173-G-1999

Sodertalje Sweden

Ellen Nystrom

185-G-1993

Lulea Basket Sweden

Elin Eldebrink

174-PG-1988

Sodertalje Sweden

Louice Halvarsson

191-F/C-1989

Sodertalje Sweden

Paulina Hersler

190-G-1994

London L.

Ellen Astrom

170-F-1996

Sodertalje Sweden

Amanda Zahui

196-C-1993

Schio

Fanny Wadling

185-F-1997

Lulea Basket Sweden

Kevin Taylor-Lundgren

Head Coach

Norrkoping Sweden

Seth Sandberg

Assistant

Irene Otamiri

Assistant

IK Eos

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SWITZERLAND

Swiss National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Hatch

Favre

Schwarz

Herminjard

Fora

Laure Margot

172-G/F-1999

Nyon

Cloe Marie

178-G-2001

Troistorrents Switzerland

Nadia Constantin

175-G-1997

Troistorrents Switzerland

Viktoria Ranisavljevic

164-G-2005

Shannon Hatch

178-G-1993

Cardiff MA. United Kingdom

Lea Favre

183-F-1997

Noerdlingen Germany

Flora Stoianov

191-C-2002

Fribourg

Elea Jacquot

183-G/F-2001

Fribourg

Lin Schwarz

186-SF-2003

Liege

Evita Herminjard

175-G-1998

Champagne

Nancy Fora

173-G-1997

Fribourg

Stephanie Martinez

172-G-2004

Al-Qazeres Spain

Domenico Marcario

Head Coach

CNBS

Katia Clement

Assistant

Troistorrents Switzerland

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TURKEY

Turkish National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Starting five

Bilgic

Uzun

Yildizhan

McCowan

Senyurek

Asena Yalcin

170-G-1991

Mersin

Pelin Bilgic

175-G-1994

Galatasaray Turkey

Sevgi Uzun

170-PG-1997

Botas A.

Feride Akalan

180-F-2001

Nesibe

Meltem Yildizhan

186-PF-1999

Galatasaray Turkey

Teaira McCowan

201-C-1996

Galatasaray Turkey

Elif Bayram

181-F-2001

Besiktas

Elif Istanbulluoglu

188-F-2005

Fenerbahce Turkey

Tilbe Senyurek

190-C-1995

Gorzow Wlkp. Poland

Goksen Fitik

175-SG-2001

Mersin

Derin Yaya

174-G-1997

Nesibe

Merve Aydin

178-PG-1994

Fenerbahce Turkey

Ekrem Memnun

Head Coach

Osman Orak

Assistant

Mersin

Nevriye Yilmaz

Assistant

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UKRAINE

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Elizaveta VODOVOZ

KIVS SBK
(174-G/F-2003)
Avg: 21.3

21.3

20.1

19.3

18.1

17.7

Ukrainian National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Starting five

Dubniuk

Filevich

Maznichenko

Yurkevicius

Iagupova

Daria Dubniuk

175-G-2002

Bembibre

Viktoria Balaban

176-F/G-1997

Neptunas

Uliana Datsko

176-F-1999

Neptunas

Krystyna Filevich

182-G/F-1991

Frankivsk

Yulia Musienko

177-G-1997

Landes

Olga Maznichenko

188-PF-1991

Orly

Vita Horobets

180-G/F-1996

Targu Mures Romania

Tetiana Havrylchyk

196-C-2000

Sokol HK

Olha Sivakova

167-G-1992

Frankivsk

Miriam Uro-Nilie

188-C-1994

Castors Braine Belgium

Tetyana Yurkevicius

187-F/C-1995

Lublin

Alina Iagupova

186-G/F-1992

Fenerbahce Turkey

Srdjan Radulovic

Head Coach

Chaika

Ievgen Murzin

Assistant

Inna Kochubei

Assistant

Budivelnyk Ukraine

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UNITED KINGDOM

British National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Winterburn

Handy

Fagbenle

Leonard

Anigwe

Cheridene Green

191-F-1995

Miskolc

Holly Winterburn

178-G-2000

London L.

Georgia Gayle

175-G-1997

Sheffield H. United Kingdom

Chantelle Handy

188-F-1987

Caledonia G. United Kingdom

Shequila Joseph

190-F/C-1995

London L.

Temi Fagbenle

193-F-1992

USK Praha

Kirsty Brown

190-F-1999

Leicester R. United Kingdom

Hannah Robb

168-SG-1998

Leicester R. United Kingdom

Kennedy Leonard

173-G-1996

London L.

Kristine Anigwe

193-C/F-1997

Ragusa

Eilidh Simpson

170-G-1992

Halle

Azania Stewart

196-C-1989

London L.

Jose Buceta

Head Coach

Vanessa Ellis

Assistant

Sheffield H. United Kingdom

Stefanie Collins

Assistant

Cardiff MA. United Kingdom

2023 EuroBasket Qualifiers: GB hit Estonia for 100 - by Eurobasket News

Great Britain took a step closer to qualification for the Women's EuroBasket 2023 Finals with a convincing 100-45 win over Estonia in Manchester. Coach Chema Buceta's team still has plenty of work to do to secure one of four best second-place finishes in the 10 qualifying groups with Portugal their final opponents on Sunday. But this huge win over the Estonians at the National Basketball Performance Centre was a big step in the right direction and a confidence booster ahead of the home clash at weekend. Temi Fagbenle led the scoring for GB with 23 points and seven rebounds with Holly Winterburn (12), Chantelle Handy (11), Shequila Joseph (10) and Hannah Robb (10) all in double figures as Coach Buceta gave all 12 of his players court-time. Kennedy Leonard dished out eight assists to go with her five points. GB defended as a unit, attacked with purpose and composure and got the job done off the back of a solid 52% field goal average (57% from 2pt/44% 3pt). The Brits led from the word go and didn't look back, taking the first quarter 23-10, leading 48-17 at the half and wrapping it up after going into the fourth period 72-37 to the good.
Courtesy of: basketballengland.co.uk

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USCAA-NCCAA

Builders clinch share of NSAC regular season title - by Eurobasket News

The Apprentice School women's basketball team avenged an earlier loss Tuesday, dominating Christendom, 88-53, to clinch a share of the New South Athletic Conference regular season crown. The Builders jumped out to a 22-7 lead after one quarter and never looked back on the way to the win. Apprentice led by as many as 37 in the contest. Jada Bryant led all scorers with 24 points to go with 11 rebounds. Nyla Jackson added 16, making four threes in the game. Kerrigan Smalls (5'4''-G) put up 15 points off the bench, while Jamica Jones (5'10''-F/C) and Amaya Ray had 12 and 11, respectively. With the win, the Builders tie Carolina Christian atop the league standings. A coin flip tomorrow morning will decide the No. 1 seed in the upcoming NSAC Tournament. Apprentice hit 10 three pointers as a team.
Courtesy of: gobuilders.prestosports.com

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WABA

Best players of WABA round 4 (Second Stage) - by Hoops Agents - by Eurobasket News

Talented Montenegrin Iva Karisik (175-PG-2001) had a great game in the last round for Lavovi and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 4 (Second Stage).
The 21-year old playmaker had the game-high 16 points adding seven rebounds and four assists for Lavovi in her team's victory, helping them to edge out Zagreb (#7, 2-8) 64-63. Lavovi maintains the 8th position in WABA . The season is in a full swing, so it's only a dream for the team to make it into top half of the standings. For contrary they may face relegation if the situation turns from bad to worse. Lavovi have already lost 9 games and recorded just one victory. It's Karisik's second year at Lavovi and it's hard to imagine this team without her. Iva Karisik averages this season 7.8ppg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young forward Lea Miletic (184-F-1995) of Zagreb. Miletic impressed basketball fans with 25 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Bad luck as Zagreb was edged by slightly lower-ranked Lavovi (#8, 1-9) 64-63. Zagreb managed to keep the same 7th spot in the standings. 8 lost games are too many comparing to just two victories Zagreb managed to get this Second Stage. Miletic is a newcomer at Zagreb and it seems she did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.4ppg (#6). Her other stats are also decent: 7.7rpg and 3.5apg.

The third best performed player last round was Tijana Jelic (191-C-1999, agency: BeoBasket) of Duga (#6). Jelic scored 16 points. Despite Jelic's great performance Duga lost 64-99 to the higher-ranked Celje (#1, 9-1). But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Duga not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 7 games, recording just three victories. With bigger assistance of her teammates, Jelic could try to bring Duga's a little bit higher in the standings. Jelic has a very solid season. In 12 games in WABA she scored 11.5ppg. She also has 6.7rpg and 1.2bpg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Olga Stepanovic (180-F-1994) of Duga - 22 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Jite Gbemuotor (188-F-2004) of Celje - 9 points and 10 rebounds
6. Zaklina Jankovic (190-C/F-1994) of Vojvodina 021 - 12 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Lea Bartelme (178-PG-2005) of Celje - 15 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Blaza Ceh (181-PG-2003) of Celje - 14 points and 4 assists
9. Tina Selakovic (182-G-2000) of Vojvodina 021 - 12 points and 4 rebounds
10. Mojca Jelenc (200-C-2003) of Celje - 12 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)