There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in QBL. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.
Round 12 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Al Sadd (10-3). They were defeated by third ranked Al Rayyan (11-3) 70-55 on Monday night. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Al Sadd. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Al Rayyan looked well-organized offensively handing out 40 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Senegalese power forward Mouhammad Faye (207-1985, college: SMU) who helped to win the game recording a triple-double by scoring 11 points, 14 rebounds, 14 assists and 4 blocks and the former international forward Malek Salem (194-1985) who added 14 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was Libyan point guard Mohameed Elsadi (190-1995) with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists. Al Rayyan have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Qatar Club. Defending champion Al Sadd dropped to the third place with three games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Qatar Club. Al Sadd will play next round against Al Arabi trying to make it back to the top of the standings. It will be a derby game for which supporters look forward to, where their team will face at home their local rival from Doha - Al Arabi. Al Rayyan will try to continue on its current victory against first ranked Qatar Club. It will be extra interesting game as Qatar Club is their local rival from Doha.
Important game to mention about took place in Al Wakrah. Eighth ranked Al Wakrah (4-9) saved a 1-point derby victory at home edging 5th ranked Al Arabi (5-8) 99-98 on Saturday evening. The winners were led by American swingman Brandon Spearman (191-1991, college: Hawaii) who scored that evening 40 points (!!!) and 4 assists and Erfan Saeed supported him with 11 points, 9 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 blocks. Al Wakrah's coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even a triple-double of 26 points, 13 rebounds and 13 assists by Ousmane Dieng did not help to save the game for Al Arabi. Al Wakrah maintains eighth position with 4-9 record. Al Arabi lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with eight games lost. They share the position with Al Ahli. Al Wakrah will play against bottom-ranked Al Khor (#9) on the road in the next round. Al Arabi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Doha to the arena Al Sadd.
Another interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Doha: Al Ahli (#7) and Al Arabi (#5). Al Arabi was defeated at home 68-83 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. The best player for the winners was Stephen Ugochukwu who had a triple-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Kelechi Ajukwa who recorded 28 points (went 11 for 11 at the free throw line !!!). Al Ahli have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with defeated Al Arabi. Al Arabi lost sixth consecutive game. Al Ahli's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Doha Al Gharafa.
There were no shocking results in the other games in round 12: Al Wakrah was destroyed by Al Sadd on the opponent's court 101-51. Al Rayyan managed to outperform Al Gharafa in a home game 85-68. Qatar Club rolled over Al Khor on the road 96-62. Al Ahli defeated Al Shamal on its own court 76-68. Qatar Club smashed Al Gharafa in Doha 101-68.
Al Arabi - Al Ahli 68-83
Another interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Doha: Al Ahli (#7) and Al Arabi (#5). Al Arabi was defeated at home 68-83 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Al Ahli dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Al Arabi's 32. They outrebounded Al Arabi 38-25 including 27 on the defensive glass. Al Ahli looked well-organized offensively handing out 38 assists comparing to just 25 passes made by Al Arabi's players. The best player for the winners was American-Nigerian forward Stephen Ugochukwu (201-1996, college: McNeese St.) who had a triple-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists. American point guard Johnathan Hudson (180-1987, college: Texas A&M) chipped in 31 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 7 steals (on 13-of-14 shooting from the field). Ugochukwu is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the other side the best for losing team was American-Nigerian guard Kelechi Ajukwa (201-1995, college: Charlotte) who recorded 28 points (went 11 for 11 at the free throw line !!!) and Serbian power forward Aleksandar Marelja (207-1992) added 11 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists respectively. Al Ahli have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with defeated Al Arabi. Al Arabi lost sixth consecutive game. Al Ahli's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Doha Al Gharafa.
Top scorers:
Al Arabi: K.Ajukwa 28+3reb+3ast, A.Marelja 11+10reb+10ast, A.Khaled 11+1reb+1ast, C.Casas 6+2reb+2ast, X.Ford 5+4reb+4ast, D.Ousmane 4+3reb+3ast
Al Ahli: J.Hudson 31+5reb+5ast, S.Ugochukwu 18+12reb+12ast, K.Abdi 18+8reb+8ast, N.Mohamed 9+5reb+5ast, N.Seydou 7+6reb+6ast, R.Essa 0gschID: 1075079
Al Sadd - Al Wakrah 101-51
Very expected game in Doha where 8th ranked Al Wakrah (4-9) was crushed by first ranked Al Sadd (10-3) 101-51 on Wednesday. Al Sadd dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Al Wakrah's 24. Al Sadd forced 21 Al Wakrah turnovers and outrebounded them 60-29 including a 20-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 60 assists comparing to just 29 passes made by Al Wakrah's players. The best player for the winners was American-German forward Waverly Austin (211-1991, college: Oregon, agency: Diamond Sports) who had a triple-double by scoring 26 points, 16 rebounds, 16 assists and 4 blocks. American Vander Blue (196-1992, college: Marquette) chipped in 22 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was Modou Ndoye who recorded 9 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international power forward Erfan Saeed (198-1983) added 7 points and 4 assists respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Al Sadd have a solid four-game winning streak. Despite that victory Al Sadd went down to third position due to points difference. Al Wakrah lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with nine games lost. Al Sadd's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Doha Al Arabi.
Top scorers:
Al Wakrah: N.Modou 9+5reb+5ast, B.Spearman 9, E.Mohamed 8+3reb+3ast, E.Saeed 7+4reb+4ast, H.Amr 5+2reb+2ast, J.Mubarak 4+5reb+5ast
Al Sadd: W.Austin 26+16reb+16ast, V.Blue 22+6reb+6ast, B.Dieng 10+11reb+11ast, A.Faisal 10+3reb+3ast, M.Ahmad 9+8reb+8ast, M.Elsadi 7+6reb+6astgschID: 1075080
Al Rayyan - Al Gharafa 85-68
Rather predictable result in Doha where third ranked Al Rayyan (11-3) defeated 5th ranked Al Gharafa (5-9) 85-68 on Thursday. Al Rayyan looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists. The best player for the winners was Senegalese power forward Mouhammad Faye (207-1985, college: SMU) who had a triple-double by scoring 10 points, 14 rebounds and 14 assists. American guard Malik Curry (185-1999, college: WVU, agency: Green Sports Management) chipped in 26 points and 4 assists. Four Al Rayyan players scored in double figures. Al Rayyan's coach Stergios Koufos used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American power forward CJ Aiken (206-1990, college: St.Joseph's, agency: BIG) who recorded a triple-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists and the former international center Mohd Yousuf Mohmmed (204-1982) added 4 points, 14 rebounds, 14 assists and 4 steals respectively. Al Rayyan have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Qatar Club. Al Gharafa lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh place with nine games lost. Al Rayyan's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Doha to the arena Qatar Club.
Top scorers:
Al Gharafa: C.Aiken 19+11reb+11ast, K.Brown 19+2reb+2ast, I.Marlen 12, A.Wade 7+1reb+1ast, M.Ouiri 5+4reb+4ast, M.Yousuf Mohmmed 4+14reb+14ast
Al Rayyan: M.Curry 26+4reb+4ast, T.Starks 19+3reb+3ast, M.Haracic 13+4reb+4ast, M.Faye 10+14reb+14ast, S.Ibrahima 5+2reb+2ast, A.Tawfiq 5+1reb+1astgschID: 1075081
Al Khor - Qatar Club 62-96
Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Al Khor (0-13) was rolled over at home by second ranked Qatar Club (11-3) 96-62 on Thursday. Qatar Club forced 20 Al Khor turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 35 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Brian Halums (196-1997, college: UAFS) who had a double-double by scoring 32 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 10 steals. Serbian Dejan Janjic (198-1995) chipped in 20 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists. Four Qatar Club players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American power forward Tony Criswell (205-1991, college: Missouri, agency: Interperformances) who recorded 26 points and Djibrirou Dioum added 12 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals respectively. Qatar Club keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Al Rayyan. Al Khor at the other side still closes the standings with 13 games lost. Qatar Club's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Doha Al Rayyan.
Top scorers:
Al Khor: T.Criswell 26+3reb+3ast, R.Ghanem 12+3reb+3ast, D.Djibrirou 12+7reb+7ast, A.Bobo Magassa 8+7reb+7ast, O.Salem 4+4reb+4ast, K.Mohamed 0
Qatar Club: B.Halums 32+6reb+6ast, D.Janjic 20+9reb+9ast, H.Woods II 18+5reb+5ast, F.Avdic 11+8reb+8ast, A.Badara Ndoye 9+6reb+6ast, A.Abdalla 6gschID: 1075082
Al Ahli - Al Shamal 76-68
There was a small surprise in Doha where seventh ranked Al Ahli (5-8) beat one of their biggest challengers Al Shamal (9-4) 76-68 on Saturday. Al Ahli looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was American point guard Johnathan Hudson (180-1987, college: Texas A&M) who scored 25 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 8 steals. American-Nigerian forward Stephen Ugochukwu (201-1996, college: McNeese St.) chipped in 15 points and 4 assists. Worth to mention Ugochukwu played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. At the other side the best for losing team was Egyptian power forward Moustafa Elmekawi (204-1994) who recorded a triple-double by scoring 19 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists and point guard Fadi Abilmona (178-1986) added 21 points and 10 steals respectively. Five Al Ahli and four Al Shamal players scored in double figures. Al Ahli have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Al Arabi. Al Shamal at the other side keeps the fourth position with four games lost. Al Ahli's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Doha Al Gharafa.
Top scorers:
Al Shamal: A.Fadi 21+3reb+3ast, M.Elmekawi 19+12reb+12ast, S.Diallo 12+1reb+1ast, S.Osayande 10+8reb+8ast, F.Sadikovic 6+1reb+1ast, H.Ibn 0
Al Ahli: J.Hudson 25+6reb+6ast, S.Ugochukwu 15+4reb+4ast, K.Abdi 11+6reb+6ast, N.Seydou 11+4reb+4ast, N.Mohamed 10+3reb+3ast, N.Moustapha 4+1reb+1astgschID: 1075083
Al Wakrah - Al Arabi 99-98
Important game to mention about took place in Al Wakrah. Eighth ranked Al Wakrah (4-9) saved a 1-point derby victory at home edging 5th ranked Al Arabi (5-8) 99-98 on Saturday evening. Al Wakrah made 17-of-19 charity shots (89.5 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 42 assists. The winners were led by American swingman Brandon Spearman (191-1991, college: Hawaii) who scored that evening 40 points (!!!) and 4 assists and the former international power forward Erfan Saeed (198-1983) supported him with 11 points, 9 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 blocks. Spearman is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Al Wakrah's coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even a triple-double of 26 points, 13 rebounds and 13 assists by Ousmane Dieng did not help to save the game for Al Arabi. American-Nigerian guard Kelechi Ajukwa (201-1995, college: Charlotte) added 37 points (!!!), 7 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. Four Al Arabi players scored in double figures. Al Wakrah maintains eighth position with 4-9 record. Al Arabi lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with eight games lost. They share the position with Al Ahli. Al Wakrah will play against bottom-ranked Al Khor (#9) on the road in the next round. Al Arabi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Doha to the arena Al Sadd.
Top scorers:
Al Arabi: K.Ajukwa 37+7reb+7ast, D.Ousmane 26+13reb+13ast, A.Khaled 14+3reb+3ast, M.Lashin 11+3reb+3ast, H.Ghassan 5, C.Casas 3+3reb+3ast
Al Wakrah: B.Spearman 40+4reb+4ast, E.Mohamed 19+4reb+4ast, E.Saeed 11+9reb+9ast, N.Mame Souleye 8+6reb+6ast, N.Modou 7+5reb+5ast, A.Matalkeh 5+3reb+3astgschID: 1075084
Al Gharafa - Qatar Club 68-101
There was no surprise in Doha where 5th ranked Al Gharafa (5-9) was outplayed by second ranked Qatar Club (11-3) 101-68 on Monday. Qatar Club made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. Qatar Club outrebounded Al Gharafa 44-28 including a 33-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 44 assists comparing to just 28 passes made by Al Gharafa's players. The best player for the winners was American guard Brian Halums (196-1997, college: UAFS) who had a triple-double by scoring 33 points (!!!), 16 rebounds, 16 assists and 5 steals. Serbian Dejan Janjic (198-1995) chipped in 23 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American power forward CJ Aiken (206-1990, college: St.Joseph's, agency: BIG) who recorded a triple-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists and the former international center Mohd Yousuf Mohmmed (204-1982) added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Qatar Club keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Al Rayyan. Al Gharafa lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh place with nine games lost. Qatar Club's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Doha Al Rayyan.
Top scorers:
Al Gharafa: C.Aiken 22+10reb+10ast, M.Yousuf Mohmmed 13+5reb+5ast, M.Ouiri 12+4reb+4ast, I.Marlen 10+3reb+3ast, K.Brown 9+2reb+2ast, M.Ousseynou 2+3reb+3ast
Qatar Club: B.Halums 33+16reb+16ast, D.Janjic 23+5reb+5ast, H.Woods II 22+2reb+2ast, F.Avdic 11+11reb+11ast, A.Abdalla 6, A.Badara Ndoye 4+6reb+6astgschID: 1075085
Al Rayyan - Al Sadd 70-55
Round 12 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Al Sadd (10-3). They were defeated by third ranked Al Rayyan (11-3) 70-55 on Monday night. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Al Sadd. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Al Rayyan looked well-organized offensively handing out 40 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Senegalese power forward Mouhammad Faye (207-1985, college: SMU) who helped to win the game recording a triple-double by scoring 11 points, 14 rebounds, 14 assists and 4 blocks and the former international forward Malek Salem (194-1985) who added 14 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Four Al Rayyan players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Libyan point guard Mohameed Elsadi (190-1995) with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists and international forward Babacar Dieng (197-1997) produced a triple-double by scoring 12 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists. Al Rayyan have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Qatar Club. Defending champion Al Sadd dropped to the third place with three games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Qatar Club. Al Sadd will play next round against Al Arabi trying to make it back to the top of the standings. It will be a derby game for which supporters look forward to, where their team will face at home their local rival from Doha - Al Arabi. Al Rayyan will try to continue on its current victory against first ranked Qatar Club. It will be extra interesting game as Qatar Club is their local rival from Doha.
Top scorers:
Al Sadd: M.Elsadi 25+8reb+8ast, B.Dieng 12+10reb+10ast, V.Blue 10+4reb+4ast, A.Faisal 6+7reb+7ast, O.Saad 2+3reb+3ast, A.Sultan 0+2reb+2ast
Al Rayyan: M.Curry 19+2reb+2ast, M.Salem 14+6reb+6ast, M.Faye 11+14reb+14ast, M.Haracic 10+5reb+5ast, A.Tawfiq 5+2reb+2ast, S.Ibrahima 4+10reb+10astgschID: 1075086
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