Eurobasket Daily News Report: 3/14/2023 4:04:02 AM

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ABA

ABA Play-In Scores, Sat, Mar 11 & Sun, Mar 12 - by Gianni Pascucci

Wyoming Valley Clutch is the first team to punch a ticket to ABA Final Eight, thanks to the win, 101-99 over #3 ranked Baltimore Hawks. See here down all the scores of the others Play-In games

NE - Mass Wolves over Bridgeport Kings 123-110
NE - Bennington Martens over NJ Knights 113-100
MA - Baltimore Hawks over Cent PA Kings 136-122
SE - Gulf Coast Hoopers over Huntsville Rockets 146-134
SE - Atlanta Aliens over Atlanta Crows 150-101
SC - Houston Rockets over Baytown Boom 93-83
NE - Binghamton Bulldogs over Bennington Martens 127-69
NE - Garden State Warriors over 413 Elite 154-110
NE - Providence Pirates over Mass Wolves 152-112
MW - Music City Jazz over Missouri Capitals 131-127
PS - Las Vegas Royals over PVO Outlaws 105-55
SE - Georgia Gwizzlies over Columbus Skyhawks 111-99
SE - North Alabama War Dawgs over Gulf Coast Hoopers 110-106 OT
MA - Wyoming Valley Clutch over Baltimore Hawks 101-99

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ABA LEAGUE

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Daron RUSSELL

Mornar
(180-PG-1998)
Avg: 26.8

26.8

22.7

21.1

20.7

18.0

Druga Liga Round 13 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Round 13 most important game was a victory of Slovenian Krka over 3rd placed Serbian Zlatibor 106-97 on Sunday night. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Zlatibor. Krka looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Croatian-Slovenian point guard Rok Stipcevic (186-1986, agency: PEPI SPORT) who helped to win the game recording 28 points and 6 assists. point guard Jan Span (189-1992) contributed with 19 points, 7 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Power forward Marko Tejic (209-1995) answered with 20 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for Zlatibor. Zlatibor's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Krka have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain second place with 10-3 record having just two points less than leader Helios Suns. Zlatibor at the other side keeps the third position with four games lost. They share it with 3 other teams.
Bottom-ranked Bosnian Spars managed to get a second victory, breaking the series of ten consecutive losses. This time they edged thirteenth-ranked Croatian Osijek 80-77. Forward Haris Curevac (198-1996) stepped up and scored 22 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and Terrance Motley chipped in 13 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. At the losing side American point guard Christian Bradford (185-1995, college: Radford) responded with 32 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Spars (2-11) moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Gorica. Osijek lost twelfth consecutive game. They dropped to the bottom position with 12 games lost.
ABA League top team - Slovenian Helios Suns (12-1) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed eleventh ranked North Macedonian TFT (3-10) in Domzale 93-61. Dennis Tunstall nailed 19 points and 5 rebounds (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!) for the winning side. Helios Suns' coach felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Trent Buttrick came up with 20 points and 8 rebounds for TFT in the defeat. Helios Suns maintains first place with 12-1 record. TFT lost third consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with ten games lost.

Other games in round 13 were not that significant. Siroki beat Gorica on the road 88-78. Borac BL won against Sencur Gor. on its own court 68-61. Podgorica managed to outperform Pelister in a road game 97-84. Sutjeska managed to beat Sloga KR at home 77-70.

Osijek - Spars 77-80

Bottom-ranked Bosnian Spars managed to get a second victory, breaking the series of ten consecutive losses. This time they edged thirteenth-ranked Croatian Osijek 80-77. Spars players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. Osijek was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Forward Haris Curevac (198-1996) stepped up and scored 22 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and American forward Terrance Motley (201-1991, college: SHSU) chipped in 13 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Spars players scored in double figures. At the losing side American point guard Christian Bradford (185-1995, college: Radford) responded with 32 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists and guard Dino Butorac (191-1990) scored 15 points and 5 rebounds. Spars (2-11) moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Gorica. Osijek lost twelfth consecutive game. They dropped to the bottom position with 12 games lost.
Top scorers:
Spars: H.Curevac 22+5reb+6ast, S.Karapandzic 20+3reb+5ast, T.Motley 13+10reb+6ast, L.Majstorovic 11+8reb+1ast, M.Vranes 6+6reb+5ast, R.Howard 3+3reb
Osijek: C.Bradford 32+7reb+7ast, D.Butorac 15+5reb+2ast, G.Sudzum 12+5reb, V.Budimir 9+8reb+3ast, K.Vladovic 7+2reb+5ast, F.Krajina 2+1reb+1ast

Gorica - Siroki 78-88

No shocking result in a game when sixth ranked Bosnian Siroki (9-4) beat 12th ranked Croatian Gorica (2-11) in Velika Gorica 88-78 on Saturday. Siroki shot 60.4 percent from the field. Siroki outrebounded Gorica 34-23 including 25 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. American point guard Daishon Knight (185-1991, college: Illinois St., agency: BIG) nailed 24 points and 7 assists for the winning side and forward Duje Brala (196-2003, agency: AltusBasket) accounted for 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Jure Gunjina (203-1992, college: GSW) came up with 11 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and Karlo Uljarevic (190-1998, agency: AltusBasket) added 6 points and 11 assists respectively for Gorica in the defeat. Gorica's coach tested eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Siroki have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Gorica keeps the twelfth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Spars.
Top scorers:
Siroki: D.Knight 24+4reb+7ast, E.Little 18+8reb+1ast, D.Brala 16+8reb+4ast, F.Kraljevic 9+5reb+3ast, I.Ivanov 6+2reb+4ast, V.Dominik 5+2reb+6ast
Gorica: D.Cinac 14+2reb, I.Majic 11+1reb, J.Gunjina 11+7reb+4ast, I.Nakic-Vojnovic 9+5reb+1ast, I.Batur 8+2reb+2ast, A.Masic 6+1reb

Borac BL - Sencur Gor. 68-61

Very expected game when 10th ranked Slovenian Sencur Gor. (4-9) lost to fifth ranked Bosnian Borac BL (9-4) in Banja Luka 61-68 on Friday. Slovenian guard Jan Rebec (192-1993, agency: PEPI SPORT) nailed 12 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and Serbian center Dusan Tanaskovic (208-2001, agency: BeoBasket) accounted for 14 points and 5 rebounds. Four Borac BL players scored in double figures. Bosnian center Emir Ahmedovic (217-1994) came up with 17 points and forward Gaber Ozegovic (197-1998, college: CS Fullerton) added 10 points respectively for Sencur Gor. in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Borac BL moved-up to third place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Sencur Gor. keeps the tenth position with nine games lost.
Top scorers:
Borac BL: D.Tanaskovic 14+5reb+1ast, D.Amsal 13+2reb+2ast, J.Rebec 12+5reb+4ast, A.Langovic 10+4reb+2ast, R.Nemanja 8+3reb+1ast, J.Martin 7+4reb+5ast
Sencur Gor.: E.Ahmedovic 17+4reb+1ast, G.Ozegovic 10+3reb+3ast, D.Muric 10+5reb, A.Hrstic 7+1reb+1ast, L.Walford 7+6reb, V.Milutin 5+6reb+2ast

Helios Suns - TFT 93-61

ABA League top team - Slovenian Helios Suns (12-1) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed eleventh ranked North Macedonian TFT (3-10) in Domzale 93-61. Helios Suns dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to TFT's 20. They outrebounded TFT 32-20 including 25 on the defensive glass. Helios Suns looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by TFT's players. American forward Dennis Tunstall (206-1997, college: Towson) nailed 19 points and 5 rebounds (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!) for the winning side and his fellow American import guard Austin Luke (191-1994, college: Belmont) accounted for 5 points, 7 rebounds and 12 assists. Four Helios Suns players scored in double figures. Helios Suns' coach felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward Trent Buttrick (206-1998, college: UMass, agency: Mansfield and Associates) came up with 20 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Viktor Tashovski (182-2001) added 13 points respectively for TFT in the defeat. Helios Suns maintains first place with 12-1 record. TFT lost third consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with ten games lost.
Top scorers:
Helios Suns: D.Tunstall 19+5reb+1ast, N.Bacvic 12+3reb+5ast, B.Mahkovic 11+6reb+4ast, U.Oman 11+3reb+2ast, T.Ferme 10+2ast, S.Lenart 8+2reb
TFT: T.Buttrick 20+8reb+2ast, T.Viktor 13+1reb+2ast, A.Kostoski 10+5ast, G.Zafirov 9+3reb, E.Nuri 3+1reb+1ast, D.Krstevski 2+7reb+3ast

Pelister - Podgorica 84-97

Rather predictable result when fifth ranked Montenegrin Podgorica (9-4) won against 7th ranked North Macedonian Pelister (7-6) in Bitola 97-84 on Saturday. Podgorica made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Guard Luka Bogavac (195-2003, agency: BeoBasket) nailed 14 points and 6 assists for the winning side and forward Marko Kljajevic (200-2002, agency: BeoBasket) accounted for 19 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Five Podgorica players scored in double figures. American guard Kenny Carpenter (196-1996, college: CSU) came up with 24 points and Serbian power forward Nikola Siladji (208-1992) added 20 points respectively for Pelister in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Podgorica have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Pelister dropped to the eighth position with six games lost.
Top scorers:
Podgorica: M.Kljajevic 19+1reb+1ast, B.Luka 14+3reb+6ast, S.Fofana 13+3reb+3ast, A.Filip 12+5reb+2ast, M.Vujic 11+6reb+1ast, L.Beyhurst 11+4reb+5ast
Pelister: K.Carpenter 24+4reb+1ast, N.Siladji 20+2reb+1ast, I.Sapundziev 10+4reb+2ast, D.Caruthers 7+6reb+5ast, S.Hadzifejzovic 6+2reb+1ast, J.Aleksandar 5+1reb+1ast

Sutjeska - Sloga KR 77-70

Not a big story in a game when 9th ranked Serbian Sloga KR (6-7) lost to seventh ranked Montenegrin Sutjeska (8-5) in Niksic 70-77 on Sunday. Sutjeska forced 20 Sloga KR turnovers. American guard Michael Weathers (190-1997, college: SMU) nailed 21 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side and guard Masan Vrbica (187-1994, agency: BeoBasket) accounted for 13 points, 9 assists and 6 steals. Four Sutjeska players scored in double figures. Forward Zoran Paunovic (200-2000) came up with 8 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and Montenegrin forward Elvis Cekic (202-1997) added 17 points and 6 rebounds (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!) respectively for Sloga KR in the defeat. Sloga KR's coach tested eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Sutjeska maintains seventh place with 8-5 record. Sloga KR lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with seven games lost.
Top scorers:
Sutjeska: M.Weathers 21+6reb+3ast, M.Vujovic 18+7reb, J.Ross 14+6reb+4ast, M.Vrbica 13+4reb+9ast, Z.Boskovic 6, V.Ilija 3+1reb
Sloga KR: E.Cekic 17+6reb, D.Underwood 11+5reb+2ast, S.Matovic 8+3reb+4ast, Z.Paunovic 8+10reb+5ast, V.Luka 7+2reb, J.Stamenic 7

Zlatibor - Krka 97-106

Round 13 most important game was a victory of Slovenian Krka over 3rd placed Serbian Zlatibor 106-97 on Sunday night. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Zlatibor. Krka looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Croatian-Slovenian point guard Rok Stipcevic (186-1986, agency: PEPI SPORT) who helped to win the game recording 28 points and 6 assists. Point guard Jan Span (189-1992) contributed with 19 points, 7 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Power forward Marko Tejic (209-1995) answered with 20 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and Brano Djukanovic (196-1995) added 21 points in the effort for Zlatibor. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Zlatibor's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Krka have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain second place with 10-3 record having just two points less than leader Helios Suns. Zlatibor at the other side keeps the third position with four games lost. They share it with 3 other teams.
Top scorers:
Krka: R.Stipcevic 28+4reb+6ast, J.Span 19+1reb+7ast, J.Macura 17+9reb, R.Spasojevic 12+3reb+5ast, C.Miha 12+5reb+1ast, L.Stergar 9+5reb+2ast
Zlatibor: B.Djukanovic 21+2reb+1ast, M.Tejic 20+8reb+6ast, J.Watson 17+4reb+2ast, S.Grubelic 16+1reb+2ast, M.Starovlah 10+8reb+5ast, A.Cabrilo 7+2reb+1ast

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ALBANIA

Sullivan's double-double lands him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

23-year old power forward Avery Sullivan (203-F/C-1999) had a very impressive game in the last round for second-ranked Teuta and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 15.
He had a double-double of 16 points and 12 rebounds, while his team outclassed Vllaznia (#6, 1-12) with 33-point margin 101-68. Teuta maintains the 2nd position in Albanian league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Teuta will need more victories to improve their 11-4 record. Sullivan turned to be Teuta's top player in his first season with the team. Lamar University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Sullivan is in league's top in rebounds (3rd best: 10.9rpg) and averages solid 1.3bpg and 58.6% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Xander Bowers (201-F) of Kamza. He is American forward in his first season at Kamza. In the last game Bowers recorded impressive double-double of 23 points and 20 rebounds. Bad luck as Kamza lost that game 54-83 to slightly higher-ranked Beselidhja (#1, 12-3). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Kamza still maintains its place in the top 3 of the standings, even despite this loss. His team's 7-7 record is not bad at all. Bowers is a newcomer at Kamza and quickly became one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to guard Robert Whitfield (190-G-1997) of Apolonia (#5). Whitfield showcased his all-around game by recording 20 points, fifteen rebounds (!!!) and five assists in the last round. Despite Whitfield's great performance Apolonia lost 79-81 to slightly higher-ranked Tirana (#4, 7-7). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Whitfield has individually a great season in Albania. After 15 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 20.1ppg (2nd best). He also has 2.5spg and and 3PT: 43.0%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Julian Hamati) of Tirana - 17 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Brandon Morris (183-PG-1991) of Beselidhja - 18 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Endrit Hysenagolli (208-C-1988) of Tirana - 20 points and 13 rebounds
7. Kristi Gorea (200-C-1997) of Teuta - 19 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Jordan Robinson (190-F) of Beselidhja - 30 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Jaryn Simpson (190-G) of Teuta - 16 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists
10. Marcus Patterson (193-SG-1995) of Teuta - 24 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)

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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ARGENTINA

Stats Leaders - LigaA

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Thomas COOPER

La Union
(196-G-1992)
Avg: 17.4

17.4

17.1

16.6

16.6

16.4

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Manuel ALONSO

CAO Ceres
(195-PG-1999)
Avg: 19.4

19.4

19.4

19.3

19.1

18.7

Jose Peralta claims Argentinian La Liga Argentina weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Jose Peralta (202-F/C-1995) had a very impressive game in the last round for league's leader Racing and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents La Liga Argentina Player of the Week award for round 40.
The 27-year old power forward had the game-high 28 points adding six rebounds for Racing in his team's victory, helping them to crush Lanus (#6, 15-12) with 25-point margin 96-71. It allowed Racing to consolidate first place in the Argentinian La Liga Argentina. Racing have a solid 24-4 record. In the team's last game Peralta had a remarkable 72.7% from 2-point range. He turned to be Racing's top player in his first season with the team. Jose Peralta averages this season 16.5ppg and 6.1rpg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young guard Jeremias Cardona (188-G-2002) of Dep Norte. Cardona impressed basketball fans with 25 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course Dep Norte cruised to a 99-91 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Salta Basket (#15, 9-20). This victory allowed Dep Norte to move up to 5th position in Conferencia Norte. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 17-12 record is not bad and everything may still change. Cardona is well-known by Dep Norte fans and he already established his position as one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was American Tirrell Brown (198-PF-1993) of GEPU (#4). Brown scored 24 points. He was a key player of GEPU, leading his team to a 78-74 win against the lower-ranked Rivadavia (#12, 11-17). Brown has a very solid season. In 24 games in Argentina he scored 17.8ppg. He also has 4.8rpg and FGP: 66.1%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Ezequiel Dupuy (185-SG-1997) of Quilmes MP - 31 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Diego Peralta (195-SF-1994) of Salta Basket - 18 points and 10 rebounds
6. Francisco Conrradi (191-G-2003) of Montmartre - 21 points and 5 assists
7. Federico Pedano (194-SG-2000) of Barrio Parque - 30 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Mauro Gauna (186-PG-1999) of Estudiantes C. - 27 points and 2 rebounds
9. Emilio Gimenez (196-F-1995) of La Union - 23 points and 5 rebounds
10. Lautaro Rivata (190-F/G-1987) of Barrio Parque - 19 points, 12 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)

LDD Round 38: Obera beat Platense by three after a very close game - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Thirteenth-ranked Platense (12-16) used its home court advantage to challenge first ranked Obera (26-3) in Florida on Sunday. The visitors from Obera managed to secure only three-point victory 70-67. However their fans expected much easier game. Obera dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Platense's 28 and made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Platense 37-24 including 22 on the defensive glass. Forward Maximiliano Acevedo (203-2004) orchestrated the victory by scoring 13 points and 6 rebounds (perfect from the field making all six shots). Gonzalo Pryszczuk (193-2001) contributed with 15 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Santino Mazzucchelli replied with 18 points and 8 rebounds for Platense. Platense's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Obera have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 26-3 record. Platense at the other side keeps the thirteenth place with 16 games lost. Obera are looking forward to face Gimnasia CR (#3) in Comodoro Rivadavia in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Platense will have a break next round.
Another exciting game for Obras (16-11) which hosted in Buenos Aires against higher ranked Independ.O. (18-10). Eighth ranked Obras won 76-69. Point guard Juan Respaud (190-2005) scored 16 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Lautaro Barrios chipped in 17 points during the contest. Guard Nicolas Marcucci (190-2002) responded with 15 points and 5 rebounds. Obras have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain eighth position with 16-11 record. Independ.O. at the other side keeps the fourth place with ten games lost. Obras will play against Olimpico (#19) in La Banda in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Independ.O. will have a break next round.
The game between tenth ranked Ferro (15-14) and 19th ranked Olimpico (7-19) in Buenos Aires on Sunday ended with biggest points difference. Ferro outscored guests from La Banda 62-31. Camilo Rodriguez notched 9 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort. Ferro's coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 5 points and 7 rebounds by Cesar Martinez did not help to save the game for Olimpico. Ferro moved-up to ninth place. Olimpico lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the nineteenth position with 19 games lost. Ferro will meet at home Atenas (#14) in the next round where they are favorite. Olimpico will play against Obras (#8) in Buenos Aires and hope to secure a win.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 38: Union was beaten by Gimnasia on the road 61-51. Penarol won against San Martin on its own court 55-51. Regatas unfortunately lost to Instituto in Cordoba 64-70.

Gimnasia - Union 61-51

No shocking result in a game when third ranked Gimnasia CR (20-9) beat 17th ranked Union (8-21) in Comodoro Rivadavia 61-51 on Saturday. Dominican swingman Angel Reyes (201-2002) notched 18 points and 9 rebounds to lead the effort and guard Ramiro Stehli (190-2002) supported him with 23 points. Gimnasia CR's coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 16 points and 8 rebounds by Matias Fleury (-2001) did not help to save the game for Union. Lucas Peralta (-2005) added 14 points for the guests. Gimnasia CR maintains third position with 20-9 record having six points less than leader Obera. Loser Union keeps the seventeenth place with 21 games lost. Gimnasia CR will meet at home league's leader Obera in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Union will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Gimnasia: S.Ramiro 23+1reb, R.Angel 18+9reb+1ast, C.Marcos 7+5reb+5ast, S.Natalio 5+1reb, B.Christ 2+3reb+1ast, S.Julian 2+3reb+3ast
Union: F.Matias 16+8reb, P.Lucas 14+1reb+1ast, L.Victorio 8+2reb+3ast, C.Facundo 5+3reb+1ast, C.Matias 4+4reb, M.Lorenzo 4+5reb

Penarol - San Martin 55-51

Very expected game when 20th ranked San Martin (1-24) lost to seventh ranked Penarol (17-8) in Mar del Plata 51-55 on Saturday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Franco Vinciguerra (186-2002) notched 17 points and 5 rebounds to lead the effort and guard Facundo Tolosa (190-2002) supported him with 12 points and 8 rebounds. Penarol's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Even 16 points and 9 rebounds by Lorenzo Benay did not help to save the game for San Martin. Guard Bruno Dal Vecchio (190-2003) added 9 points and 6 rebounds for the guests. Penarol moved-up to fifth place. San Martin lost tenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 24 lost games. Penarol will meet at home league's second-placed Instituto in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. San Martin will play against Quimsa (#10) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Penarol: V.Franco 17+5reb+3ast, T.Facundo 12+8reb+3ast, C.Nicolas 12+7reb+2ast, F.Mateo 4, B.Ignacio 4+6reb, A.Fabricio 2+1reb
San Martin: B.Lorenzo 16+9reb, A.Franco 9+2reb+1ast, D.Vecchio Bruno 9+6reb+1ast, G.Maximo 7+4reb+2ast, D.Augusto 5+6reb+1ast, L.Tadeo 5+6reb

Obras - Independ.O. 76-69

Another exciting game for Obras (16-11) which hosted in Buenos Aires against higher ranked Independ.O. (18-10). Eighth ranked Obras won 76-69. They made 21-of-22 charity shots (95.5 percent) during the game. Point guard Juan Respaud (190-2005) scored 16 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and swingman Lautaro Barrios (195-2004) chipped in 17 points during the contest. Guard Nicolas Marcucci (190-2002) responded with 15 points and 5 rebounds and point guard Tomas Ramallo (178-2001) scored 14 points. Four Obras and five Independ.O. players scored in double figures. Obras have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain eighth position with 16-11 record. Independ.O. at the other side keeps the fourth place with ten games lost. Obras will play against Olimpico (#19) in La Banda in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Independ.O. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Obras: P.Victor 17+2reb+1ast, B.Lautaro 17+3reb+2ast, R.Juan 16+5reb+5ast, F.Valentino 10+5reb+1ast, L.Joaquin 7+3reb, P.Franco 7+2reb
Independ.O.: M.Nicolas 15+5reb+3ast, S.Amilcar 14+3reb+1ast, T.Ramallo 14+4reb+3ast, B.Mateo 10, M.Bernan 10+6reb+1ast, G.Jorge 4+3reb

Ferro - Olimpico 62-31

The game between tenth ranked Ferro (15-14) and 19th ranked Olimpico (7-19) in Buenos Aires on Sunday ended with biggest points difference. Ferro outscored guests from La Banda 62-31. Ferro dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Olimpico's 18. Ferro forced 31 Olimpico turnovers. Guard Camilo Rodriguez (187-2006) notched 9 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and swingman Felipe Rodriguez (195-2003) supported him with 11 points. Ferro's coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 5 points and 7 rebounds by Cesar Martinez did not help to save the game for Olimpico. Luciano Tundis added 7 points for the guests. Ferro moved-up to ninth place. Olimpico lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the nineteenth position with 19 games lost. Ferro will meet at home Atenas (#14) in the next round where they are favorite. Olimpico will play against Obras (#8) in Buenos Aires and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ferro: R.Felipe 11+1reb+2ast, R.Camilo 9+6reb+2ast, F.Tobias 9+1reb, P.Alejandro 7+1reb, G.Thomas 6+7reb, G.Martin 6+3reb+1ast
Olimpico: L.Caceres 7+1ast, T.Luciano 7+3reb, A.Horacio 7+2reb+1ast, M.Cesar 5+7reb, G.Ignacio 3+5reb, B.Joaquin 2+4reb

Instituto - Regatas 70-64

Rather predictable result when second ranked Instituto (21-3) won against 6th ranked Regatas (17-11) in Cordoba 70-64 on Sunday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Dominican Enmanuel Labata notched 24 points to lead the effort and Kadir Pomare supported him with 18 points and 6 rebounds. Instituto's coach Mauro Salinas used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 23 points by Francisco Ferraro did not help to save the game for Regatas. Point guard Juan Peral (179-2005) added 12 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the guests. Instituto have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 21-3 record having 5 victories less than leader Obera. Loser Regatas keeps the sixth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with Riachuelo LR. Instituto will meet Penarol (#5) in the next round. Regatas will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Instituto: L.Enmanuel 24+4reb+1ast, P.Kadir 18+6reb, M.Fausto 9+2reb+2ast, B.Ignacio 7+6reb+3ast, A.Bruno 6+5reb+4ast, S.Josue 4+4reb
Regatas: F.Francisco 23+4reb+2ast, M.Enrique 17+3reb, P.Juan 12+8reb+4ast, G.Fabio 9+3reb+5ast, M.Santiago 3+3reb, M.Benjamin 0+3reb+1ast

Platense - Obera 67-70

Thirteenth-ranked Platense (12-16) used its home court advantage to challenge first ranked Obera (26-3) in Florida on Sunday. The visitors from Obera managed to secure only three-point victory 70-67. However their fans expected much easier game. Obera dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Platense's 28 and made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Platense 37-24 including 22 on the defensive glass. Forward Maximiliano Acevedo (203-2004) orchestrated the victory by scoring 13 points and 6 rebounds (perfect from the field making all six shots). Gonzalo Pryszczuk (193-2001) contributed with 15 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Four Obera players scored in double figures. Santino Mazzucchelli replied with 18 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Felipe Massa (184-2002) added 19 points in the effort for Platense. Platense's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Obera have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 26-3 record. Platense at the other side keeps the thirteenth place with 16 games lost. Obera are looking forward to face Gimnasia CR (#3) in Comodoro Rivadavia in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Platense will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Obera: G.Pryszczuk 15+5reb, A.Maximiliano 13+6reb+2ast, T.Francisco 12+5reb, H.Caballero 10+5reb+3ast, C.Estanislao 6+2reb+6ast, A.Alejo 6+4reb
Platense: M.Felipe 19+4reb+2ast, M.Santino 18+8reb+2ast, G.Mariano 15+1reb, N.Lisandro 5+2reb+1ast, S.Ramiro 3+1reb, H.Agustin 3+4reb+2ast

La Liga Round 34: Platense beat higher ranked Obera - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game with biggest difference of round 34 was guest Platense's (#8) road victory over higher ranked Obera (20-9) 81-68 on Tuesday evening. Platense forced 19 Obera turnovers. American power forward DeMarco Owens (203-1996, college: Montevallo) fired 20 points for the winners. Santiago Barrales (189-1998) chipped in 12 points and 8 rebounds. American power forward Charles Mitchell (203-1993, college: Georgia Tech, agency: Slash Sports) produced 21 points and 9 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Platense have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain eighth position with 17-11 record. Obera at the other side keeps the fourth place with nine games lost. Platense will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Obera will play on the road against the league's second-placed Gimnasia (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory.
Sixteenth-ranked Argentino (10-21) made lots of trouble for fourth ranked Obera (20-9) in Junin. The visitors from Obera managed to secure only one-point victory 89-88. However their fans expected much easier game. Worth to mention a great performance of American power forward Charles Mitchell (203-1993, college: Georgia Tech, agency: Slash Sports) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 26 points and 13 rebounds. Justin Tuoyo contributed with 16 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Naturalized American Johnatan Slider (192-1987) replied with 28 points and 8 rebounds for Argentino. Obera maintains fourth position with 20-9 record. Argentino at the other side keeps the sixteenth place with 21 games lost. Obera will play against league's second-placed Gimnasia in Comodoro Rivadavia in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Argentino will have a break next round.
Twentieth-ranked Atenas (2-26) made lots of trouble for tenth ranked Regatas (16-13) in Cordoba on Saturday. The visitors from Corrientes managed to secure only two-point victory 88-86. However their fans expected much easier game. Andres Jaime scored 15 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the charge for the winners. At the losing side Federico Mariani responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists. Regatas have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Independ.O. Atenas lost third consecutive game. They stay dead last with 26 lost games. Regatas will meet league's leader Instituto in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Atenas will play against Boca (#11) in Buenos Aires and hope to secure a win.

Rest of the games of round 34 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Independ.O. defeated Argentino in Olivia 78-62. San Martin beat Boca at home 81-71. Riachuelo LR destroyed Atenas on the opponent's court 82-60. Platense managed to outperform Union SF in a home game 85-80. Independ.O. managed to beat Penarol on the road 97-93. Obras defeated Independ.O. on its own court 76-71. Union SF was beaten by Gimnasia in Comodoro Rivadavia 84-76. Penarol won against San Martin at home 77-61. Boca unfortunately lost to Regatas on the opponent's court 68-77.
The best stats of 34th round was 21 points and 5 rebounds by Charles Hinkle of Regatas.

Argentino - Independ.O. 62-78

There was no surprise in Junin where 16th ranked Argentino (10-21) was defeated by ninth ranked Independ.O. (16-13) 78-62 on Wednesday. Venezuelan guard Yohanner Sifontes (192-1995) scored 16 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Salvador Giletto (195-1993) chipped in 17 points during the contest. Independ.O.'s coach Martin Gonzalez used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side American forward Alphonso Anderson (198, college: Pacific) responded with 19 points and forward Enzo Filipetti (201-2001) scored 11 points and 8 rebounds. Independ.O. have an impressive five-game winning streak. Newly promoted Independ.O. maintains ninth position with 16-13 record, which they share with Regatas. Loser Argentino keeps the sixteenth place with 21 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Independ.O.: S.Giletto 17+3reb+2ast, Y.Sifontes 16+6reb+1ast, A.Pautasso 14+3reb+2ast, F.Martina 8+10reb, C.Scaramuzzino 6+4reb, L.Reinaudi 6+3reb+2ast
Argentino: A.Anderson 19+2reb+1ast, F.Enzo 11+8reb, R.Joaquin 8+5reb+1ast, F.Vieta 6+2ast, J.Sandrini 5+5reb+3ast, J.Slider 5+7reb

San Martin - Boca 81-71

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Corrientes where twelfth ranked San Martin (14-13) defeated 11th ranked Boca (14-11) 81-71 on Thursday. The former international Matias Solanas (192-1998) scored 28 points to lead the charge for the winners and the former international Javier Saiz (206-1994) chipped in 12 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Five San Martin players scored in double figures. At the losing side American-Jordanian Dar Tucker (193-1988, college: DePaul) responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds and the former international Leonardo Mainoldi (205-1985) scored 14 points and 8 rebounds. San Martin maintains twelfth position with 14-13 record. Loser Boca keeps the eleventh place with 11 games lost. San Martin will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Boca will play against Atenas (#20) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
San Martin: M.Solanas 28+3reb, J.Saiz 12+8reb+3ast, S.Ferreyra 11+9ast, P.Henry 10+5reb+1ast, E.Basabe 10+7reb+1ast, G.Garcia 5+2reb+4ast
Boca: D.Tucker 19+7reb, L.Schattmann 16+2reb+2ast, L.Mainoldi 14+8reb+1ast, G.Juan 6+6reb+3ast, R.Barber 6+2reb, J.Traylor 6+2reb+3ast

Atenas - Riachuelo LR 60-82

Very expected game in Cordoba where 20th ranked Atenas (2-26) was rolled over by fourteenth ranked Riachuelo LR (12-16) 82-60 on Thursday. Riachuelo LR dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Atenas' 32. Point guard Carlos Buendia (177-1995) scored 16 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American Justin Jackson (203-1990, college: Cincinnati) chipped in 15 points and 7 rebounds (perfect from the field making all six shots) during the contest. Four Riachuelo LR players scored in double figures. Riachuelo LR's coach felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side naturalized Italian center Omar Canton (205-1982) responded with 19 points and 5 rebounds and swingman Federico Mariani (190-1992) scored 15 points and 5 assists. Riachuelo LR maintains fourteenth position with 12-16 record. Atenas lost third consecutive game. They stay dead last with 26 lost games. Riachuelo LR will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Atenas will play against Boca (#11) in Buenos Aires and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Riachuelo LR: C.Buendia 16+6reb+1ast, J.Jackson 15+7reb, F.Pennacchiotti 11+3reb+2ast, L.Mosley 10+3reb+1ast, T.Zanzottera 8+3reb, R.Fortunato 8+2reb+3ast
Atenas: O.Canton 19+5reb+1ast, F.Mariani 15+2reb+5ast, J.Blake 7+1reb+1ast, F.Jaimes 6+7reb, A.Maximiliano 6, S.Octavio 3+1reb

Platense - Union SF 85-80

Very predictable result in Florida where eighth ranked Platense (17-11) beat 19th ranked Union SF (7-24) 85-80 on Friday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Platense made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. Platense outrebounded Union SF 41-30 including 31 on the defensive glass. American power forward DeMarco Owens (203-1996, college: Montevallo) had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and point guard Victor Fernandez (180-1999) chipped in 16 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Owens is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the losing side Mateo Bolivar (187-1992) responded with 17 points and American guard LaMarshall Corbett (190-1988, college: Angelo St.) scored 17 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Union SF's coach Juan Francisco Ponce rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Platense have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain eighth position with 17-11 record. Loser Union SF keeps the nineteenth place with 24 games lost. Platense will meet at home higher ranked Obera (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Union SF will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Platense: D.Owens 21+10reb+2ast, V.Fernandez 16+5reb+6ast, P.Nicola 15+6reb, S.Barrales 12+3reb, S.Morales 5+5reb, J.Morales 5+6reb+2ast
Union SF: L.Corbett 17+2reb, M.Bolivar 17+4reb+2ast, B.Pedro 11+3reb+1ast, I.Alessio 11+4reb, T.Emiliano 7+2reb+4ast, J.Cylla 6+6reb+2ast

Penarol - Independ.O. 93-97

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Mar del Plata where 8th ranked Penarol (17-10) was defeated by ninth ranked Independ.O. (16-13) 97-93 on Friday. Independ.O. made 19-of-21 free shots (90.5 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Point guard Martin Cabrera (179-1996) scored 23 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists (made all of his nine free throws !!!) to lead the charge for the winners and Venezuelan guard Yohanner Sifontes (192-1995) chipped in 14 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Independ.O.'s coach Martin Gonzalez used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side Jose Defelippo (186-1997) responded with 26 points and 6 rebounds and Jamaican center Jerome Jordan (215-1986, college: Tulsa, agency: Octagon Europe) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds. Four Independ.O. and five Penarol players scored in double figures. Independ.O. have an impressive five-game winning streak. Newly promoted Independ.O. maintains ninth position with 16-13 record, which they share with Regatas. Loser Penarol dropped to the seventh place with ten games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Independ.O.: M.Cabrera 23+6reb+8ast, Y.Sifontes 14+5reb+3ast, F.Martina 12+6reb, J.Noblega 12+4reb+3ast, S.Giletto 9+2ast, M.Nicolas 9+2reb
Penarol: J.Defelippo 26+6reb, J.Valinotti 16+3reb+2ast, J.Jordan 15+13reb+2ast, T.Monacchi 15+5reb, C.Cardo 12+7reb, B.Sansimoni 5+2reb+11ast

Argentino - Obera 88-89

Sixteenth-ranked Argentino (10-21) made lots of trouble for fourth ranked Obera (20-9) in Junin. The visitors from Obera managed to secure only one-point victory 89-88. However their fans expected much easier game. Worth to mention a great performance of American power forward Charles Mitchell (203-1993, college: Georgia Tech, agency: Slash Sports) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 26 points and 13 rebounds. The other American import Justin Tuoyo (208-1994, college: Chattanooga) contributed with 16 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Naturalized American Johnatan Slider (192-1987) replied with 28 points and 8 rebounds and forward Enzo Filipetti (201-2001) added 18 points and 11 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) in the effort for Argentino. Five Obera and four Argentino players scored in double figures. Obera maintains fourth position with 20-9 record. Argentino at the other side keeps the sixteenth place with 21 games lost. Obera will play against league's second-placed Gimnasia in Comodoro Rivadavia in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Argentino will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Obera: C.Mitchell 26+13reb+3ast, J.Tuoyo 16+6reb+2ast, J.Maldonado 13+3reb+4ast, X.Carreras 11+6reb, N.De los Santos 10+4reb+5ast, J.Torresi 8+2reb+1ast
Argentino: J.Slider 28+8reb+2ast, A.Anderson 19+4reb+1ast, F.Enzo 18+11reb+1ast, J.Sandrini 13+2reb+9ast, J.Cangelosi 7+1reb+1ast, R.Joaquin 2+10reb+4ast

Atenas - Regatas 86-88

Twentieth-ranked Atenas (2-26) made lots of trouble for tenth ranked Regatas (16-13) in Cordoba on Saturday. The visitors from Corrientes managed to secure only two-point victory 88-86. However their fans expected much easier game. Regatas made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. Point guard Andres Jaime (184-2000) scored 15 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international forward Facundo Pinero (202-1988) chipped in 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side swingman Federico Mariani (190-1992) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists and American guard Javion Blake (190-1997, college: Washburn, agency: Haylett Sports) scored 18 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Regatas have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Independ.O. Atenas lost third consecutive game. They stay dead last with 26 lost games. Regatas will meet league's leader Instituto in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Atenas will play against Boca (#11) in Buenos Aires and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Regatas: C.Hinkle 16+5reb, J.Arengo 15+3reb, A.Jaime 15+7reb+8ast, F.Pinero 13+8reb+4ast, A.Diez 8+10reb+2ast, J.Pablo Corbalan 8
Atenas: J.Blake 18+7reb+6ast, F.Mariani 15+5reb+11ast, D.McClenton 12+14reb, O.Canton 11+4reb, A.Konsztadt 11+5reb+2ast, S.Octavio 9+2reb

Obras - Independ.O. 76-71

Everything went according to plan in Buenos Aires where fourth ranked Obras (20-7) won against 9th ranked Independ.O. (16-13) 76-71 on Sunday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Luca Valussi (195-1998) scored 20 points and 9 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international point guard Pedro Barral (187-1994) chipped in 10 points and 8 assists during the contest. At the losing side Salvador Giletto (195-1993) responded with 14 points and 9 rebounds and power forward Fernando Martina (201-1981) scored 13 points and 6 rebounds. Four Independ.O. players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Obras moved-up to third place. Newly promoted Independ.O. keeps the ninth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Regatas. Obras will meet at home Olimpico (#5) in the next round. Independ.O. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Obras: L.Valussi 20+9reb+1ast, I.Felipe 12+3reb+1ast, P.Barral 10+1reb+8ast, I.Copeland 7+7reb+2ast, J.Solarin 6+5reb+1ast, E.Serres 5+2reb+2ast
Independ.O.: S.Giletto 14+9reb+2ast, F.Martina 13+6reb, F.Alorda 10+2reb, J.Noblega 10+2reb, M.Cabrera 8+2reb+5ast, M.Nicolas 8+2reb+1ast

Gimnasia - Union SF 84-76

There was no surprise in Comodoro Rivadavia where 19th ranked Union SF (7-24) was defeated by second ranked Gimnasia (21-8) 84-76 on Sunday. Gimnasia made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. Cuban forward Joaquin Mensia (198-1997, agency: Pro Sports) scored 21 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American guard Tyrone White (201-1990, college: CSUB) chipped in 21 points during the contest. At the losing side center Ignacio Alessio (203-1987) responded with 21 points and the former international guard Juan Pablo Cantero (188-1982) scored 8 points and 7 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Gimnasia have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 21-8 record having just four point less than leader Instituto. Loser Union SF keeps the nineteenth place with 24 games lost. Gimnasia will meet at home Obera (#4) in the next round. Union SF will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Gimnasia: Y.Mensia 21+8reb+1ast, T.White 21+1reb+1ast, I.Gramajo 10+1reb+4ast, W.Martin 9+7reb, S.Orresta 6+3reb+4ast, G.DeVaughn 6+4reb
Union SF: I.Alessio 21+1reb, L.Corbett 12+1ast, J.Pablo Cantero 8+3reb+7ast, M.Bolivar 8+3reb+3ast, B.Pedro 7+3reb, J.Cylla 6+2reb+2ast

Penarol - San Martin 77-61

No shocking result in a game in Mar del Plata where eighth ranked Penarol (17-10) defeated 12th ranked San Martin (14-13) 77-61 on Sunday. Penarol dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to San Martin's 22. Jamaican center Jerome Jordan (215-1986, college: Tulsa, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 14 points and 9 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international Tomas Monacchi (198-1997) chipped in 15 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Five Penarol players scored in double figures. At the losing side point guard Santiago Ferreyra (188-1997) responded with 19 points and 5 rebounds and American-Jamaican power forward Phil Henry (203-1991, college: ENMU) scored 11 points and 7 rebounds. San Martin's coach Diego Vadell rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Penarol moved-up to seventh place. Loser San Martin keeps the twelfth position with 13 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Penarol: T.Monacchi 15+7reb, J.Jordan 14+9reb+1ast, J.Defelippo 13+3reb+5ast, C.Cardo 10+4reb+1ast, J.Valinotti 10+3reb+5ast, A.Caffaro 6+4reb
San Martin: S.Ferreyra 19+5reb+3ast, P.Henry 11+7reb+3ast, J.Saiz 10+3reb+2ast, E.Basabe 7+5reb+3ast, G.Garcia 6+3reb+2ast, M.Solanas 4+3reb+2ast

Obera - Platense 68-81

The game with biggest difference of round 34 was guest Platense's (#8) road victory over higher ranked Obera (20-9) 81-68 on Tuesday evening. Platense forced 19 Obera turnovers. American power forward DeMarco Owens (203-1996, college: Montevallo) fired 20 points for the winners. Santiago Barrales (189-1998) chipped in 12 points and 8 rebounds. Owens is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Platense players scored in double figures. American power forward Charles Mitchell (203-1993, college: Georgia Tech, agency: Slash Sports) produced 21 points and 9 rebounds and the former international point guard Nicolas De los Santos (180-1988) added 9 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Platense have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain eighth position with 17-11 record. Obera at the other side keeps the fourth place with nine games lost. Platense will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Obera will play on the road against the league's second-placed Gimnasia (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Platense: D.Owens 20+3reb+3ast, V.Fernandez 16+2reb+3ast, S.Scott 12+5reb, S.Barrales 12+8reb+3ast, P.Nicola 10+2reb, S.Morales 4+5reb
Obera: C.Mitchell 21+9reb, J.Torresi 15+3reb, X.Carreras 11+3reb, N.De los Santos 9+6reb+5ast, G.Cordoba 4+1reb, M.Sandes 4+3reb

Regatas - Boca 77-68

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 11th ranked Boca's (14-11) road loss to tenth ranked Regatas (16-13) 68-77 on Tuesday. The former international forward Facundo Pinero (202-1988) had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American guard Charles Hinkle (198-1988, college: American) chipped in 21 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side the former international point guard Franco Balbi (188-1989) responded with 10 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international Leonel Schattmann (193-1987) scored 13 points and 5 assists. Four Boca players scored in double figures. Regatas have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Independ.O. Loser Boca keeps the eleventh position with 11 games lost. Regatas will meet league's leader Instituto in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Boca will play against Atenas (#20) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Regatas: C.Hinkle 21+5reb+1ast, F.Pinero 21+11reb+1ast, A.Jaime 14+2reb+5ast, D.Hernandez-Zinenko 9+5reb+2ast, J.Arengo 7+2reb+1ast, A.Diez 3+5reb
Boca: L.Schattmann 13+1reb+5ast, L.Mainoldi 11+5reb+2ast, G.Juan 10+1reb+1ast, F.Balbi 10+5reb+5ast, R.Barber 9+1reb+1ast, D.Tucker 8+3reb

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AUSTRALIA

Alex Condon claims Australian State League Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Talented Alex Condon (203-F/C-2004) had an amazing evening in the last round for league's leader BA CoE and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents State League Player of the Week award for round 1.
The 18-year old power forward had a double-double of 14 points and fourteen rebounds, while his team crushed, the league's bottom-ranked team Bankstown B. (#10, 0-1) with 25-point margin 95-70. Thanks to this victory BA CoE moved-up to the 1st position in Australian State League. But it's just the very beginning of the season and BA CoE won just one (their first) game. It's too early to say anything as the standings can be changed completely after next round. In the team's last game Condon had a remarkable 63.6% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at BA CoE and it was his first game, where he immediately became new team's leader. Condon has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (4th best: 14.0rpg), assists (8th best: 5.0apg) and averages solid 63.6% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was forward Alex Higgins-Titsha (198-F) of Inner WB. Higgins-Titsha impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 18 points and 11 rebounds. Of course Inner WB cruised to a 84-76 relatively comfortable win over Hills H. (0-1). His team has extremely good start of the season. They won their first game. However the season is at the beginning, so everything can happen. They still may lose their high position in the standings. Higgins-Titsha is a newcomer at Inner WB 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 Lochlan Hutchison (188-G-1999, agency: BIG) of Sutherland S. (#7). Hutchison showcased his all-around game by recording 21 points, seven rebounds and seven assists in the last round. He was a key player of Sutherland S., leading his team to a 76-71 win against Newcastle F. (#15, 0-1). Sutherland S. has a very good start of the season. But there was just one game played, so it's too early to judge them at this stage. Hutchison also has a very good start of the season with very strong stats. The season just started for Hutchison as he played only first game. But it already looks like he can be team's leader.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Myles Cherry (203-F-1998) of Newcastle F. - 15 points, 17 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Chris Bryant (203-C/F-1992) of Inner WB - 20 points and 7 rebounds
6. Shawn Montague (198-F) of Hills H. - 22 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Jordan Mitchell) of Sutherland S. - 15 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
8. James Toohey (188-G) of Canberra G. - 32 points
9. Blake Morrow (193-G-1996) of Inner WB - 29 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Will Cranston-Lown (185-G/F) of Maitland M. - 18 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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Mike HOLTON JR.

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Overview of 2.Bundesliga Round 1 of Quarter-Finals - by Eurobasket News

Mustangs - Piraten 91-81

The game was mostly controlled by Mustangs. Worthersee Piraten was better in fourth quarter 23-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Mustangs players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. Guard Maximilian Girschik (195-2000, college: S.Nazarene) stepped up and scored 16 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and Czech forward Martin Muller (194-1994) chipped in 20 points. Mustangs' coach Martin Weissenboeck allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. At the losing side Slovenian guard Nick Cevizovic (198-2002) responded with 21 points and 6 rebounds and American forward Shawn Ray (194-1980, college: NCCU) scored 23 points.
Top scorers:
Mustangs: M.Muller 20+1ast, M.Girschik 16+6reb+2ast, W.David 14+2reb+5ast, Z.Nehyba 9+1reb+2ast, C.Leydolf 9+5reb+2ast, I.Moschik 9+6reb+3ast
Piraten: S.Ray 23+3reb+1ast, C.Nick 21+6reb+1ast, M.Kunovjanek 10+3reb, H.Marcus 8+10reb+2ast, M.Sliskovic 7+7reb+7ast, L.Felix 7+2reb+2ast

Raiders - UDW Alligators 87-82

The hosts were ahead by 1 point but lost the second period ending it with a 3-point deficit before their 27-19 run, which allowed them to win the game. Raiders Tirol players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Alligators were plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Czech Jiri Dedek (190-1995) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 8 rebounds and 11 assists for the winners and center Thomas Pirchner (207) chipped in 12 points and 14 rebounds. Raiders Tirol's coach Amir Medinov used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side Serbian center Marko Kolaric (213-1984, college: Chaminade) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds and forward Luiso God (200-2003) scored 15 points and 7 rebounds. Four Raiders Tirol and five Alligators players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Raiders: J.Dedek 29+8reb+11ast, T.Bas 14+1reb, P.Thomas 12+14reb, C.Mansata 10+3reb+1ast, F.Mileta 6+3reb+2ast, A.Dennis 5+5reb+4ast
UDW Alligators: M.Kolaric 17+12reb+2ast, G.Luiso 15+7reb+1ast, M.Simon 14+4reb+2ast, B.Balvan 11+3reb+1ast, S.Radanovic 10+5reb+3ast, K.Daniele 7+1ast

Blackbirds - KOS 76-66

KOS was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. The former international forward Sebastian Koch (200-1988) stepped up and scored 21 points and 9 rebounds for the winners and forward Bernhard Koch (190-1991) chipped in 12 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Blackbirds players scored in double figures. Blackbirds' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Slovenian point guard Grega Sajevic (187-1996) responded with 21 points and 7 assists and Montenegrin-Kosovan center Andi Shehu (200-1997) scored 20 points and 9 rebounds.
Top scorers:
Blackbirds: S.Koch 21+9reb+2ast, C.Astl 17+5reb+2ast, B.Koch 12+9reb+6ast, H.Mate 10+5reb+1ast, L.Gaspar 4+2reb+1ast, K.Tobias 3
KOS: G.Sajevic 21+2reb+7ast, A.Shehu 20+9reb, A.Smrtnik 8+4reb, D.Veljko 6+3reb, B.Stefan 4+4reb, M.Niklas 4+2reb+1ast

BBU Salzburg - Rocks 64-74

The game was mostly controlled by Rocks. BBU managed to win third quarter 24-12. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Worth to mention a great performance of Canadian center Corey Hallett (210-1984, college: Monmouth) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds. French Joris Ortega (188-1993, agency: Interperformances) contributed with 21 points for the winners. German guard Robert Becker (196-2002) answered with 21 points and 9 rebounds and guard Adrian Mitchell (189-1995) added 18 points in the effort for BBU.
Top scorers:
Rocks: J.Ortega 21+2reb+3ast, C.Hallett 16+10reb+1ast, R.Dembskis 9+5reb+1ast, C.Vancura 9+3reb+6ast, T.Winkler 9+8reb, P.Zivkovic 8+4reb+4ast
BBU Salzburg: B.Robert 21+9reb+2ast, A.Mitchell 18+2reb+2ast, R.Miksch 9+4reb+1ast, T.Buchegger 8+2reb, K.Biberovic 4+1ast, R.Marko 3+8reb+3ast

BSL Round 2 (Second Stage): Gmunden Swans defeat Raiffeisen Flyers Wels in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News

There were only 2 rounds played so far and it's still very beginning of the Second Stage in BSL. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

An interesting game for Gmunden Swans which hosted in Gmunden Raiffeisen Flyers Wels. Gmunden Swans had an easy win 91-68. The game was mostly controlled by Gmunden Swans. Raiffeisen Flyers Wels managed to win fourth quarter 25-24. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. American power forward Urald King (198-1990, college: SE Oklahoma) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 12 rebounds. The former international forward Toni Blazan (197-1992, agency: Mansfield and Associates) contributed with 16 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. American forward Donovan Smith (207-1993, college: Quinnipiac) replied with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds for Raiffeisen Flyers Wels. Raiffeisen Flyers Wels' coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Gmunden Swans are looking forward to face UBC St. Poelten in St.Poelten in the next round. Raiffeisen Flyers Wels will play at home against Dukes and are hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series.
The game in St.Poelten supposed to be also worth to mention about. Gunners Oberwart played at the court of UBC St. Poelten. UBC St. Poelten smashed Gunners Oberwart 99-72. American guard Mike Holton Jr (186-1990, college: St.Michael's) scored 42 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Guylain Mbemba chipped in 18 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. American forward Rob Howard (203-1997, college: UIC, agency: One Motive Sports) responded with 15 points and 7 rebounds. UBC St. Poelten will play against Gmunden Swans on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Gunners Oberwart will play against BC Vienna and hopes to get back on the winning track.
The game between UBSC Graz and Timberwolves in Graz on Friday ended with biggest points difference. UBSC Graz outscored guests from Vienna 89-48. Zach Cooks notched 19 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) to lead the effort. Even 10 points and 5 rebounds by Chris Vogt did not help to save the game for Timberwolves. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. UBSC Graz will meet at home Arkadia Lions in the next round. Timberwolves will play against Furstenfeld Panthers and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 2: Klosterneuburg were beaten by Vienna on the road 85-70. Bottom-ranked Eisenstadt was destroyed by Arkadia on its own court 63-91. Kapfenberg managed to outperform Furstenfeld in a road game 91-80.
The most impressive performance of 2nd round was 24 points and 13 rebounds by Brad Greene of Kapfenberg.

Vienna - Klosterneuburg 85-70

No shocking result in a game when BC Vienna beat at home Dukes 85-70 on Thursday. The game without a history. BC Vienna led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The former international forward Enis Murati (194-1988, agency: Octagon Europe) notched 14 points and 7 assists to lead the effort and Montenegrin Nemanja Milosevic (204-1987, college: WKU, agency: Interperformances) supported him with 14 points and 7 rebounds. Even a double-double of 11 points and 11 assists by the former international guard Valentin Bauer (183-1994, college: Mars Hill) did not help to save the game for Dukes. American forward Arnold Fripp (201-1993, college: Coppin St.) added 15 points and 8 rebounds for the guests. Four Dukes players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. BC Vienna will meet Gunners Oberwart on the road in the next round. Dukes will play against Raiffeisen Flyers Wels and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Klosterneuburg: A.Fripp 15+8reb, B.Blazevic 13+6reb, K.Bracy-Davis 12+2reb+1ast, V.Bauer 11+3reb+11ast, Y.Rabinowitz 8+1reb+2ast, J.Nurse 7+5reb
Vienna: J.Rados 15+5reb+1ast, N.Milosevic 14+7reb+1ast, E.Murati 14+3reb+7ast, J.Manigat 10+2reb+4ast, S.Savic 9+4reb+6ast, B.Vujosevic 8+2reb+3ast

UBSC Graz - Timberwolves 89-48

The game between UBSC Graz and Timberwolves in Graz on Friday ended with biggest points difference. UBSC Graz outscored guests from Vienna 89-48. The game without a history. UBSC Graz led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Timberwolves to just 2 points in first quarter. UBSC Graz dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Timberwolves' 24. UBSC Graz forced 22 Timberwolves turnovers and outrebounded them 43-24 including a 37-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. UBSC Graz looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American point guard Zach Cooks (175, college: Hofstra) notched 19 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) to lead the effort and the other American import forward Issac Vann (198-1995, college: VCU) supported him with 13 points and 5 rebounds. Five UBSC Graz players scored in double figures. Even 10 points and 5 rebounds by American center Chris Vogt (213-1999, college: Wisconsin) did not help to save the game for Timberwolves. The former international guard Jakob Szkutta (188-1999) added 8 points and 5 assists 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. UBSC Graz will meet at home Arkadia Lions in the next round. Timberwolves will play against Furstenfeld Panthers and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Timberwolves: L.Jakob 12+2reb, C.Vogt 10+5reb+1ast, J.Szkutta 8+2reb+5ast, D.Luka 6+5reb+1ast, P.D'Angelo 5+3reb, P.Rotter 4+1reb+3ast
UBSC Graz: Z.Cooks 19+5reb+7ast, I.Vann 13+5reb+2ast, L.Simoner 13+2reb+1ast, T.Giddings 12+7reb+1ast, M.Spaleta 12+7reb+1ast, B.Hawkinson 6+6reb+2ast

St.Poelten - Oberwart 99-72

The game in St.Poelten supposed to be also worth to mention about. Gunners Oberwart played at the court of UBC St. Poelten. UBC St. Poelten smashed Gunners Oberwart 99-72. The game without a history. UBC St. Poelten led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. UBC St. Poelten outrebounded Gunners Oberwart 37-23 including a 27-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. American guard Mike Holton Jr (186-1990, college: St.Michael's) scored 42 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international forward Guylain Mbemba (197-2003) chipped in 18 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. American forward Rob Howard (203-1997, college: UIC, agency: One Motive Sports) responded with 15 points and 7 rebounds and his fellow American import guard DJ Hanes (185-1995, college: Nebraska Chr., agency: One Motive Sports) scored 19 points. UBC St. Poelten will play against Gmunden Swans on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Gunners Oberwart will play against BC Vienna and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Oberwart: D.Hanes 19+2reb+1ast, B.Gardner 18+1reb, R.Howard 15+7reb+1ast, S.Kaeferle 6+5reb+5ast, A.Magdy 5+1ast, J.Knessl 5+1reb
St.Poelten: M.Holton Jr. 42+5reb+2ast, K.Lewis 20+2ast, M.Guylain 18+8reb, N.Dukic 8+8reb+1ast, A.Felix 6+2reb+1ast, C.Ferguson 3+12reb+1ast

Eisenstadt - Arkadia 63-91

Rather expected game when Nord Dragonz was smashed by Arkadia Lions in Eisenstadt 91-63 on Saturday. The game without a history. Arkadia Lions led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Nord Dragonz's 26. Arkadia Lions looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. Latvian center Ilja Gromovs (211-1994) notched a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds to lead the effort and Croatian forward Emilio Banic (197-1993) supported him with 16 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Arkadia Lions players scored in double figures. Even 20 points by forward Lukas Knor (195-2001) did not help to save the game for Nord Dragonz. Cameroonian forward Aristide Boya (216-1999, college: Bradley, agency: Interperformances) added 10 points, 10 rebounds and 4 blocks for the hosts. 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. Arkadia Lions will meet UBSC Graz on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Nord Dragonz will play against Kapfenberg Bulls and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Eisenstadt: L.Knor 20+3reb+1ast, N.Allen 11+5reb+2ast, A.Boya 10+10reb, P.Cosic 7+3reb+4ast, F.Sohnel 6+5reb+1ast, K.McClure 5+3reb+5ast
Arkadia: I.Gromovs 17+14reb+2ast, E.Banic 16+8reb+5ast, M.David 14+5reb+1ast, L.Hahn 14+1reb+6ast, K.Aleksej 14+1reb+3ast, F.Vay 9+3reb+5ast

Gmunden - Wels 91-68

An interesting game for Gmunden Swans which hosted in Gmunden Raiffeisen Flyers Wels. Gmunden Swans had an easy win 91-68. The game was mostly controlled by Gmunden Swans. Raiffeisen Flyers Wels managed to win fourth quarter 25-24. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. American power forward Urald King (198-1990, college: SE Oklahoma) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 12 rebounds. The former international forward Toni Blazan (197-1992, agency: Mansfield and Associates) contributed with 16 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Five Gmunden Swans players scored in double figures. American forward Donovan Smith (207-1993, college: Quinnipiac) replied with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and Lithuanian forward Arvydas Gydra (206-1989) added 16 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Raiffeisen Flyers Wels. Raiffeisen Flyers Wels' coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Gmunden Swans are looking forward to face UBC St. Poelten in St.Poelten in the next round. Raiffeisen Flyers Wels will play at home against Dukes and are hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series.
Top scorers:
Wels: D.Smith 20+10reb+1ast, T.Allen 18+3reb+2ast, A.Gydra 16+5reb+3ast, C.Jeter 6+7reb, A.Awosika 4+2reb+2ast, T.Gavrilo 2
Gmunden: U.King 22+12reb+2ast, D.Green 19+2reb+2ast, T.Blazan 16+9reb+3ast, D.Lautier-Ogunleye 12+3reb+3ast, B.Guettl 10+3reb+8ast, L.Schartmueller 6

Furstenfeld - Kapfenberg 80-91

The game between closely ranked teams ended with Kapfenberg Bulls' road victory over Furstenfeld Panthers 91-80 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by Kapfenberg Bulls. Furstenfeld Panthers managed to win fourth quarter 23-20. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. American center Brad Greene (210-1998, college: UC Irvine) notched a double-double by scoring 24 points and 13 rebounds (on 12-of-14 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and Serbian forward Nemanja Krstic (205-1993) supported him with 26 points. Even 21 points and 9 assists by American guard Steve Jr Robinson (165-1996, college: Mt.St.Mary's) did not help to save the game for Furstenfeld Panthers. Norwegian power forward Andrija Blatancic (201-1995, college: St.Cloud St.) added 22 points and 4 steals for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Kapfenberg Bulls will meet at home Nord Dragonz in the next round. Furstenfeld Panthers will play against Timberwolves in Vienna and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Furstenfeld: A.Blatancic 22+4reb+2ast, S.Jr Robinson 21+3reb+9ast, G.Wolf 14+2reb, A.Hajder 12+3reb+3ast, S.Fynn 7+12reb+2ast, R.Reinelt 2+4reb
Kapfenberg: N.Krstic 26+2reb+3ast, B.Greene 24+13reb+1ast, M.Latkovic 16+6reb+7ast, A.Adamu 13+8reb+3ast, Z.Miro 6+2reb, L.Varner Jr 6+4reb

U19 League Round 16: Leader Lions lose to Bulls - by Eurobasket News

There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in U19 League. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Top ranked Lions (10-3) recorded its third loss in Traiskirchen on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by sixth ranked Bulls (5-3) 68-59. Bulls have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Lions at the other side still keep top position with three games lost. Bulls are looking forward to face higher ranked St. Poelten (#3) at home in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Lions will play against Flames in Vienna and are hoping to win this game.
Very important is a road loss of second ranked St. Poelten (7-3) against fourth ranked Dukes (7-5) on Sunday night. Visiting St. Poelten was defeated by Dukes in Klosterneuburg 75-59. Dukes maintains fourth position with 7-5 record. Defending champion St. Poelten dropped to the third place with three games lost. Dukes will play against United (#6) in Vienna in the next round. St. Poelten will play on the road against Bulls in Kapfenberg and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Traiskirchen - Kapfenberg 59-68

Top ranked Lions (10-3) recorded its third loss in Traiskirchen on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by sixth ranked Bulls (5-3) 68-59. Bulls have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Lions at the other side still keep top position with three games lost. Bulls are looking forward to face higher ranked St. Poelten (#3) at home in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Lions will play against Flames in Vienna and are hoping to win this game.

Dukes - St.Poelten 75-59

Very important is a road loss of second ranked St. Poelten (7-3) against fourth ranked Dukes (7-5) on Sunday night. Visiting St. Poelten was defeated by Dukes in Klosterneuburg 75-59. Dukes maintains fourth position with 7-5 record. Defending champion St. Poelten dropped to the third place with three games lost. Dukes will play against United (#6) in Vienna in the next round. St. Poelten will play on the road against Bulls in Kapfenberg and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

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ABL Round 23: Neftci is defeated by NTD in a derby game - 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 Baku: NTD (#2) and Neftci (#6). Neftci was crushed at home by 29 points 80-109 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. NTD looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for American forward Quinton Campbell (197-1993, college: Southern Miss, agency: Astute Sports Agency) who led his team to a victory scoring 26 points and 7 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). His fellow American import forward Londell King (203-1997, college: Stillman, agency: Project B Sports) helped adding 22 points and 13 rebounds. NTD's coach Tahir Bakhshiyev felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ukrainian guard Yuri Kondrakov (191-1996, agency: BIG) responded with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). NTD (15-6) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Sabah. Neftci lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 14 games lost.
Another exciting game was again a derby between two teams from Baku: Xirdalan (#3) and Zirve (#7). Xirdalan (14-7) won against visiting Zirve (4-16) 90-85. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Zirve. Americans were the main players on the court. It was an exceptional evening for power forward Andrew Corum (201-1997, college: Virginia St.) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 16 rebounds. Andre Adams accounted for 16 points, 17 rebounds and 4 blocks. Forward Jarrett Henderson (198-1996, college: UWF, agency: Project B Sports) came up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds for Zirve in the defeat. Xirdalan have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain third place with 14-7 record behind leader Sabah. Zirve at the other side keeps the seventh position with 16 games lost.
The game in Ganja was also quite interesting. 4th placed Serhedci (13-8) played at the court of fifth ranked Gence (13-7). Gence managed to secure a 9-point victory 86-77 on Saturday. Americans were the main players on the court also this time. The best player for the winners was Jalen Gaddy who had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Michael Diggins produced a double-double by scoring 32 points and 13 rebounds for the guests. Gence moved-up to fourth place. Serhedci lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth position with eight games lost.

In the last game of round 23 Sabah won against Olimpic Sheki on the opponent's court 86-80.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 36 points (!!!), 9 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals by Larry Robinson III of Olimpic Sheki.

Neftci - NTD 80-109

The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Baku: NTD (#2) and Neftci (#6). Neftci was crushed at home by 29 points 80-109 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. NTD looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for American forward Quinton Campbell (197-1993, college: Southern Miss, agency: Astute Sports Agency) who led his team to a victory scoring 26 points and 7 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). His fellow American import forward Londell King (203-1997, college: Stillman, agency: Project B Sports) helped adding 22 points and 13 rebounds. Campbell is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. NTD's coach Tahir Bakhshiyev felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ukrainian guard Yuri Kondrakov (191-1996, agency: BIG) responded with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) and Iranian center Mohsen Moradxani (213-1990) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. NTD (15-6) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Sabah. Neftci lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 14 games lost.
Top scorers:
Neftci: Y.Kondrakov 26+5reb+4ast, D.Lomidze 19+4reb+2ast, M.Moradxani 17+11reb+1ast, M.Marquetti 12+7reb+3ast, M.Alibay 4+1ast, K.Imanov 2+6reb+1ast
NTD: Q.Campbell 26+7reb+3ast, L.King 22+13reb+1ast, J.Hayes 17+1reb+4ast, E.Shirzadov 11+2reb+2ast, A.Rashid 9+4reb+1ast, B.Robinson 8+1reb+7ast

Xirdalan - Zirve 90-85

Another exciting game was again a derby between two teams from Baku: Xirdalan (#3) and Zirve (#7). Xirdalan (14-7) won against visiting Zirve (4-16) 90-85. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Zirve. Xirdalan dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Zirve's 36. They outrebounded Zirve 50-39 including 16 on the offensive glass. Xirdalan brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. Americans were the main players on the court. It was an exceptional evening for power forward Andrew Corum (201-1997, college: Virginia St.) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 16 rebounds. Center Andre Adams (206, college: NMHU) accounted for 16 points, 17 rebounds and 4 blocks for the winning side. Forward Jarrett Henderson (198-1996, college: UWF, agency: Project B Sports) came up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds and point guard Russhard Cruickshank (183, college: EKU) added 13 points and 9 assists respectively for Zirve in the defeat. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Xirdalan have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain third place with 14-7 record behind leader Sabah. Zirve at the other side keeps the seventh position with 16 games lost.
Top scorers:
Zirve: J.Henderson 21+10reb+3ast, Z.Pashayev 13+7reb+2ast, R.Cruickshank 13+2reb+9ast, D.Johnson 11+1reb+1ast, Z.Tyson 10+12reb, E.Seyidhuseyn 9+1reb+1ast
Xirdalan: A.Corum 21+16reb+1ast, R.Caleb 18+1reb+1ast, D.McDowell 16+5reb+3ast, A.Adams 16+17reb+1ast, R.Guliyev 10+3reb+3ast, D.Pullum 3+1reb

Gence - Serhedci 86-77

The game in Ganja was also quite interesting. 4th placed Serhedci (13-8) played at the court of fifth ranked Gence (13-7). Gence managed to secure a 9-point victory 86-77 on Saturday. Gence outrebounded Serhedci 59-43 including a 42-30 advantage in defensive rebounds. Americans were the main players on the court also this time. The best player for the winners was guard Jalen Gaddy (196, college: St.Augustine) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Collin Turner (185-1995, college: Angelo St.) chipped in 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Gence players scored in double figures. Power forward Michael Diggins (207-1998, college: UIC) produced a double-double by scoring 32 points and 13 rebounds and center Maxwell Starwood (203-1997, college: William Carey, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) added 24 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the guests. Gence moved-up to fourth place. Serhedci lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth position with eight games lost.
Top scorers:
Serhedci: M.Diggins 32+13reb+3ast, M.Starwood 24+7reb+1ast, E.Poladkhanli 10+5reb+1ast, B.Miller 7+12reb+5ast, J.Hasanli 2+3reb, T.Blackmon 2+1reb
Gence: C.Turner 24+6reb+4ast, J.Gaddy 23+11reb+4ast, J.Small 16+9reb+2ast, A.Hamzayev 13+7reb+2ast, J.Madrid-Andrews 8+9reb+1ast, A.Mammadov 2+11reb

Olimpic Sheki - Sabah 80-86

Very expected game when 8th ranked Olimpic Sheki (2-19) was defeated at home by second ranked Sabah (15-6) 86-80 on Sunday. Sabah looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Olimpic Sheki's players. The best player for the winners was American forward AJ Patty (204-1995, college: MSU) who scored 27 points and 8 rebounds. Point guard Kamran Mammadov (187-2000) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 assists. Four Sabah players scored in double figures. American point guard Larry Robinson III (182-1999, college: New Orleans) produced 36 points (!!!), 9 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals and the other American import forward Jayson Brower (196-1996, college: John Jay) added 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the hosts. Sabah have a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with NTD. Olimpic Sheki lost sixteenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 19 lost games.
Top scorers:
Olimpic Sheki: L.Robinson III 36+9reb+5ast, J.Brower 21+7reb+4ast, D.Cooper 14+11reb+1ast, A.Hajiyev 5+2reb, S.Mehemmed 4+3reb, A.Tarlan 0
Sabah: A.Patty 27+8reb+1ast, K.Mammadov 16+3reb+10ast, C.Rohlehr 16+8reb+3ast, M.Edwards 13+11reb, U.Osakue 8+5reb+3ast, J.Tuckson 3+2reb+1ast

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BAHAMAS

Bahamas NPBA round 19 best performance: Randy Miller (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Randy Miller had a great game in the last round for TMT Giants, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 19.
The player had a double-double of 37 points and 29 rebounds, while his team outclassed, the league's bottom-ranked team Zulu MM (#5, 0-13) with 47-point margin 118-71. TMT Giants maintains the 4th position in their group in Bahamas NPBA. TMT Giants 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 5-7 record. In the team's last game Miller had a remarkable 78.9% from 2-point range. He turned to be TMT Giants' top player in his first season with the team. Randy Miller has solid league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (4th best: 11.5rpg) and averages impressive 1.4bpg.

The second best player in last round's games was another TMT Giants' star - Donovan Dean. Dean had a very good evening with a double-double of 16 points and 14 rebounds. Of course together with Miller he helped TMT Giants with another comfortable win outscoring Zulu MM (#5, 0-13) 118-71. TMT Giants' 4th position in Vince Ferguson Division has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 5-7 record. Dean is a newcomer at TMT Giants, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was Jaden Stubbs of Tucker Boys (#5). Stubbs showcased his all-around game by recording 19 points, thirteen rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of Tucker Boys, leading his team to a 89-84 win against slightly higher-ranked Rebels (#4, 2-11). Tucker Boys can only dream about fighting for top spots in Vince Ferguson Division. They have rather bad season and 3-9 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Stubbs has a very solid season. In 12 games in Bahamas he scored 8.6ppg. He also has 5.8rpg and FGP: 52.4%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Adam Johnson) of Giants - 13 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists
5. Daniel Hall) of TMT Giants - 26 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Darius Adams (183-G) of Regulators - 8 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists
7. Erquantae Edgecombe) of Bahamas Univ. - 18 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Kemsey Sylvestre) of Regulators - 23 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Zachary Pennerman (G) of Regulators - 24 points, 2 rebounds and 6 assists
10. Lance Posey) of Rebels - 15 points, 11 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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BELARUS

Belarusian Premier League round 26 best performance: Stsiapan Abramovich (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Stsiapan Abramovich (2006) had an amazing evening in the last round for top-ranked Tsmoki-Minsk U20, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 26.
The 16-year old player was the main contributor (24 points, nine rebounds and three assists) to his team's victory, helping them to edge out Vitebsk (#6, 2-20) 79-78. It allowed Tsmoki-Minsk U20 to consolidate first place in the Belarusian Premier League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Tsmoki-Minsk U20 has a very solid 17-5 record, but they cannot be too comfortable about keeping top position. In the team's last game Abramovich had a remarkable 77.8% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Stsiapan Abramovich averages this season 8.9ppg.

The second best player in last round's games was young Kirill Barancheev (2006) of SDUSHOR. Barancheev had a very good evening with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course SDUSHOR cruised to a 84-74 relatively comfortable win over slightly higher-ranked Rubon II (#2, 13-9). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the top position in Group B. SDUSHOR consolidated its place in top 3 of the standings. His team's 12-10 record is not bad at all. Barancheev is well-known at SDUSHOR and is a proven leader in his second season with the team. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.6ppg (#3). He also registered 7.9 boards per game.

Third on the list of top players last round was Armenian forward Victor Ovsepyan (202-F-1991) of Rubon (#3). Ovsepyan scored 19 points and grabbed ten rebounds. He was a key player of Rubon, leading his team to a 91-70 easy win against #4 ranked Tsmoki II. Rubon needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in Group A. Their record at this point is 16 victories and 10 lost games. Ovsepyan has a very solid season. In 26 games in Belarus he scored 12.3ppg. He also has 7.6rpg and FGP: 72.8%. Victor Ovsepyan has also Belarusian passport and can play in the league with a status of domestic player.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Tsimur Drukau (198-F-1999) of Grodno - 23 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Ilya Sharipov (198-SF-1991) of Grodno - 23 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists
6. Gleb Bigun (204-C-2004) of Brest - 12 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Aliaksandr Yasevich (185-PG-2001) of Gomel - 22 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists
8. Ernesto Tkachuk (190-PG-1994) of Rubon - 16 points and 12 assists
9. Mikita Dashkevich (178-PG-2001) of Impuls BGUIR - 25 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists
10. Anton Gaidel (182-PG-2003) of Grodno GrSU - 18 points, 4 rebounds and 7 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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BELGIUM

Top Division I Round 5 of Second Stage - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

First defeat of league's leader Melsele (3-1) against seventh ranked Ieper (1-3) 83-79 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Melsele. Guard Anton DHerck (190-1998) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Alexander Schepens (194-1993) contributed with 13 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Center Leroy Anthonis (206-1990) answered with 14 points and 6 rebounds for Melsele. Ieper left bottom position moving up to sixth place, which they share with Royal Brussels and Guco Lier. Melsele at the other side dropped to the second position with one game lost. They share it with Kortrijk and Waregem. They were replaced at the leadership position by Lommel.
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Lommel as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Lommel smashed bottom-ranked Spirou B at home 97-69. Matts De Keuster (198-1999) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 14 rebounds for the winners and Toon Wesenbeek chipped in 13 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists. Forward Adedayo Polet (188-2005) responded with 15 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. Lommel have a solid series of three victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with LDP Donza. Spirou B at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. Spirou B will play next round against strong Limburg B trying to get back on the winning streak. Lommel will try to continue on its current victory against second ranked Waregem on the road.
Undefeated Limburg B (2-1) recorded its first loss on the court of sixth ranked Neufchateau on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Neufchateau 84-74. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Limburg B. Hugo Deneve nailed 21 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. Wout Leemans came up with 22 points for Limburg B in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Neufchateau (1-1) left bottom position moving up to fourth place, which they share with Oxaco. Loser Limburg B dropped to the third position with one game lost. Neufchateau will again meet higher ranked Limburg B (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Limburg B will play against Spirou B and hope to secure a win.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 5: Gembo BBC was smashed by Kortrijk on the road 100-67. Royal Brussels destroyed Giants B on its own court 73-49. LDP Donza managed to outperform Guco Lier in De Pinte 80-64. Winless Kontich was rolled over Waregem at home 69-89.
The most impressive performance of 5th round was 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists by Gregory De Pooter of Kontich.

Kortrijk - Gembo BBC 100-67

No shocking result in a game when third ranked Kortrijk (3-1) crushed at home 5th ranked Gembo BBC (1-2) 100-67 on Friday. Kortrijk dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Gembo BBC's 22. Kortrijk forced 19 Gembo BBC turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Croatian-American guard Nikolas Tomsick (183-1991, college: Fort Lewis) nailed 36 points (!!!) for the winning side and Mathieu Coucke (197-2000) accounted for 19 points and 6 rebounds. Four Kortrijk players scored in double figures. Cameroonian center Jean-Patrick Nyamsi (198-1993) came up with 12 points and 7 rebounds and center Arno Mollekens (196-1994) added 8 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Gembo BBC in the defeat. 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. Kortrijk moved-up to second place, which they share with Waregem and Melsele. Loser Gembo BBC keeps the fifth position with two games lost.
Top scorers:
Gembo BBC: J.Nyamsi 12+7reb+1ast, S.Yordi 10+2reb+1ast, R.Bogaerts 9+3reb+3ast, A.Mollekens 8+8reb, N.Foerts 8+2reb+1ast, V.Rompaey Nils 7+3reb
Kortrijk: N.Tomsick 36+1reb+3ast, C.Mathieu 19+6reb+1ast, P.Sean 13+4reb+8ast, Y.Brussen 10+7reb+2ast, N.De Ridder 8+5reb+4ast, B.Guillemyn 8

Lommel - Spirou B 97-69

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Lommel as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Lommel smashed bottom-ranked Spirou B at home 97-69. Lommel dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Spirou B's 26. They outrebounded Spirou B 57-23 including a 24-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Matts De Keuster (198-1999) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 14 rebounds for the winners and center Toon Wesenbeek (200-1997) chipped in 13 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists. Four Lommel players scored in double figures. Forward Adedayo Polet (188-2005) responded with 15 points and French center Milo Hautekeet (206-2004) scored 13 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. Lommel have a solid series of three victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with LDP Donza. Spirou B at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. Spirou B will play next round against strong Limburg B trying to get back on the winning streak. Lommel will try to continue on its current victory against second ranked Waregem on the road.
Top scorers:
Spirou B: P.Adedayo 15+1reb+2ast, A.Craig 14+1reb, H.Milo 13+2reb, K.Daniel 8+2reb+1ast, N.Ellis 6+2reb, M.Felix 4+2reb+1ast
Lommel: D.Keuster Matts 29+14reb+2ast, B.Schelkens 17+3reb+2ast, T.Ackermans 16+2reb, T.Wesenbeek 13+15reb+10ast, B.Sander 8+3reb, J.Wout 6+3reb

Royal Brussels - Giants B 73-49

There was an upset when 4th placed Giants B (2-2) was smashed on the road by eighth ranked Royal Brussels (1-3) 73-49 on Saturday. Royal Brussels forced 19 Giants B turnovers. Center Anael Ahanda (196-1995) nailed a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds for the winning side and Simon-Pierre Massambombo (-2004) accounted for 12 points. Four Royal Brussels players scored in double figures. Royal Brussels' coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Seppe Willems (202-1999) came up with 10 points and 6 rebounds and guard Noah Meeusen (189-2005) added 13 points respectively for Giants B in the defeat. Royal Brussels left bottom position moving up to sixth place, which they share with Ieper and Guco Lier. Newly promoted Giants B keeps the fourth position with two games lost.
Top scorers:
Giants B: M.Noah 13+4reb, V.David 10+2reb, W.Seppe 10+6reb+1ast, V.Cleemput Vince 6+6reb, R.Alexander 4+3reb, L.Coppens 2+5reb+1ast
Royal Brussels: A.Marion 13+2reb+1ast, M.Simon-Pierre 12+3reb+2ast, A.Anael 12+10reb, F.Lait 11+3reb+1ast, B.Penninck 8+3reb+3ast, O.Esosa 6+2reb

Ieper - Melsele 83-79

First defeat of league's leader Melsele (3-1) against seventh ranked Ieper (1-3) 83-79 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Melsele. Guard Anton DHerck (190-1998) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Alexander Schepens (194-1993) contributed with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Center Leroy Anthonis (206-1990) answered with 14 points and 6 rebounds and the former international guard Geoffrey Hockins (188-1988, agency: Interperformances) added 13 points in the effort for Melsele. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Ieper left bottom position moving up to sixth place, which they share with Royal Brussels and Guco Lier. Melsele at the other side dropped to the second position with one game lost. They share it with Kortrijk and Waregem. They were replaced at the leadership position by Lommel.
Top scorers:
Melsele: L.Anthonis 14+6reb, G.Hockins 13+4reb+2ast, J.Bouckaert 12+5reb, V.Sande Bryan 10+1reb+1ast, M.Gorremans 8+3reb+4ast, V.Vanden Berghe 7+3reb+1ast
Ieper: A.D'Herck 22+7reb+4ast, F.El Hadji 16+10reb, K.Devacht 15+4reb+6ast, A.Schepens 13+10reb+3ast, R.Spaens 6+3reb+1ast, T.Mertens 5+1ast

Neufchateau - Limburg B 84-74

Undefeated Limburg B (2-1) recorded its first loss on the court of sixth ranked Neufchateau on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Neufchateau 84-74. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Limburg B. Neufchateau made 28-of-37 free shots (75.7 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Limburg B 36-20 including a 24-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. Forward Hugo Deneve (197-1999) nailed 21 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side and guard Pierre Geubel (193) accounted for 23 points. Four Neufchateau players scored in double figures. Forward Wout Leemans (192-2001) came up with 22 points and forward Quinten Menten added 10 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Limburg B in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Neufchateau (1-1) left bottom position moving up to fourth place, which they share with Oxaco. Loser Limburg B dropped to the third position with one game lost. Neufchateau will again meet higher ranked Limburg B (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Limburg B will play against Spirou B and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Limburg B: L.Wout 22+4reb, M.Quinten 10+6reb+1ast, B.Matthias 9+1reb, H.Frits 8+2reb, H.Leander 7+1reb, T.Simen 6+3reb
Neufchateau: G.Pierre 23+4reb, H.Deneve 21+6reb+1ast, B.Mathis 12+7reb, N.Sturam 11+2reb+2ast, D.Lucas 10+7reb, A.Pierre 6+8reb+4ast

Guco Lier - LDP Donza 64-80

Rather predictable result when leader LDP Donza (3-0) won against on the road 5th ranked Guco Lier (1-3) 80-64 on Sunday. LDP Donza had a 39-28 advantage in offensive rebounds. Senne Geukens (193-1983) nailed a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 rebounds for the winning side and forward Landon Unruh (188-1997) accounted for 16 points and 6 rebounds. Five LDP Donza players scored in double figures. Simon Van den Bogaert (188-1992) came up with 19 points and 7 rebounds and center Maxime Bilolo (202-2004) added 12 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Guco Lier in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. LDP Donza have a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Lommel. Loser Guco Lier dropped to the sixth place with three games lost. They share the position with Ieper and Royal Brussels.
Top scorers:
Guco Lier: S.Van den Bogaert 19+7reb+1ast, B.Maxime 12+6reb+3ast, V.Buggenhout Jo 12+2reb+3ast, M.Joppe 5+7reb, N.Xhaet 4+1reb+2ast, V.Den Eynde Matthijs 4+4reb+2ast
LDP Donza: U.Landon 16+6reb+1ast, C.Dedecker 14+2reb+3ast, S.Van Caeneghem 14+4reb+2ast, R.Van den Berghe 14+4reb+2ast, S.Geukens 11+12reb+3ast, T.Van Hille 5+5reb+1ast

Kontich - Waregem 69-89

Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Kontich (0-2) was outscored at home by third ranked Waregem (3-1) 89-69 on Sunday. Waregem made 22-of-25 free shots (88.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 30 Kontich turnovers. Forward Noah Gebbert (195-2001) nailed 24 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side and power forward Aaron Van Vooren (200-1994) accounted for 19 points and 6 rebounds. Four Waregem players scored in double figures. Gregory De Pooter (197-1984) came up with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) and point guard Andreas Rojas Palma (182-1992) added 12 points respectively for Kontich in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Waregem moved-up to second place, which they share with Kortrijk and Melsele. Loser Kontich still closes the standings with two games lost. Waregem will meet Oxaco (#5) in the next round. Kontich will play against Spirou B in Charleroi and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Kontich: G.De Pooter 21+6reb+5ast, A.Rojas Palma 12+1reb+2ast, L.Kuijt 11+3reb+1ast, D.Jorden 7+2reb+5ast, S.Marnix 4+4reb, K.Willem 4+1reb
Waregem: G.Noah 24+6reb+2ast, A.Van Vooren 19+6reb+1ast, M.Verspeeten 13+1reb+5ast, J.Bullock 13+6reb+1ast, T.Bruyneel 9+2ast, R.Marreel 5+1reb

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BERMUDAS

Patrick's Sacramento State Fall to Weber State - by Eurobasket News

Despite a late surge, David Patrick 's Sacramento State could not quite get over the hump in a 70 - 64 loss to Weber State in the Big Sky Conference Tournament Quarterfinals at Idaho Central Arena. Sacramento State received a first-round bye at the Big Sky Tournament for the first time since joining the league in 1996. Patrick and his staff have laid the foundation, as the 14 victories are the most by a first-year head coach in Sacramento State's Div. I era (1991-pres.). It's also the third-best mark for a first-year head coach in program history (1948-pres.), trailing only Dr. Hal Wolf (18 wins in 1952-53) and Joseph Anders (22 in 1987-88). Weber State never trailed, and withstood a late Sacramento State rally, to advance to the Semi-Final. Sacramento State used a 7-0 run to slice a 12-point deficit to 66-61 with just under 50 seconds to play. However, Weber State converted each of their final four free throw attempts spanning the last 25 seconds to put the game away.
Courtesy of: islandstats.com

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BOSNIA

D1 Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Ismet SEJFIC

Bosna S.
(208-C-1993)
Avg: 21.7

21.7

21.0

20.8

20.4

18.2

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BRAZIL

Stats Leaders - BNL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Dexter MCCLANAHAN

Fort.
(193-F/G-1997)
Avg: 20.9

20.9

18.1

17.7

17.6

17.5

Gateway Legacy Chris keep Albuquerque for another season - by Paulo Freire

Gateway-Legacy-Christian-Academy re-signed 19-year old Brazilian 6-4 forward Vitor Albuquerque. Albuquerque played there last season.
He has played also professionally for other Brazilian teams like Corinthians and Paulistano.

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BULGARIA

Div A stats leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Konstantin KOEV

Vihar Aytos
(196-F-1991)
Avg: 26.0

26.0

25.2

24.6

24.4

24.4

NBL Round 22: Rilski beat Balkan by one after a very close game - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Second-ranked Balkan (16-5) was very close to win a game against first ranked Rilski (21-1) in Samokov on Saturday. Rilski managed to secure only one-point victory 77-76. However their fans expected easier game. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Balkan. Rilski shot 26 for 37 from the free-throw line, while Balkan only scored nine points from the stripe. They outrebounded Balkan 41-30 including a 33-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. 30 personal fouls committed by Balkan helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Alexandar Yanev (203-1998) who helped to win the game recording 24 points and 6 rebounds. The former international Chavdar Kostov (196-1988, agency: BIG) contributed with 17 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Chilean-Spanish center Manny Suarez (208-1993, college: Creighton) replied with 21 points and 9 rebounds for Balkan. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Rilski have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 21-1 record. Defending champion Balkan keeps the second place with five games lost. Rilski are looking forward to face Chernomorets (#4) in Burgas in the next round. Balkan will play at home against CSKA and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Important game to mention about took place in Sofia. Sixth ranked Spartak Pleven (11-11) saved a 1-point victory on the road edging one of their biggest challengers Levski (12-10) 86-85 on Saturday evening. American forward Cadarian Raines (205-1990, college: Virginia Tech, agency: BIG) had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Nikolay Stoyanov chipped in 18 points and 5 assists during the contest. At the losing side American-Haitian center John Florveus (211-1990, college: Georgia, agency: BIG) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Spartak Pleven maintains sixth position with 11-11 record, which they share with Beroe. Levski at the other side dropped to the fifth place with ten games lost. Spartak Pleven will play against Beroe (#7) in Stara Zagora in the next round. Levski will have a break next round.
The game between 11th ranked Shumen (3-19) and third ranked CSKA (14-8) in Shumen on Saturday ended with biggest points difference. Guests from Sofia outscored Shumen 102-77. Tamenang Choh notched a double-double by scoring 25 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort. Even 32 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists by Ishmael El-Amin did not help to save the game for Shumen. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. CSKA have an impressive five-game winning streak. Newly promoted CSKA maintains third position with 14-8 record having seven points less than leader Rilski. Shumen lost ninth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 19 lost games. CSKA will meet league's second-placed Balkan in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Shumen will play against Cherno More (#9) in Varna and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last two games of round 22 Yambol was beaten by Beroe on the road 102-86. Chernomorets destroyed Akademik P. on its own court 94-70.

Shumen - CSKA 77-102

The game between 11th ranked Shumen (3-19) and third ranked CSKA (14-8) in Shumen on Saturday ended with biggest points difference. Guests from Sofia outscored Shumen 102-77. CSKA dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Shumen's 40. They outrebounded Shumen 47-30 including 16 on the offensive glass. American-Cameroonian forward Tamenang Choh (196-1998, college: Brown) notched a double-double by scoring 25 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and naturalized American guard Brandon Young (192-1991, college: DePaul, agency: BIG) supported him with 18 points. Four CSKA players scored in double figures. Even 32 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists by American guard Ishmael El-Amin (190, college: URI, agency: BIG) did not help to save the game for Shumen. Turkish Acar Sen (193-2003) added 8 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. CSKA have an impressive five-game winning streak. Newly promoted CSKA maintains third position with 14-8 record having seven points less than leader Rilski. Shumen lost ninth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 19 lost games. CSKA will meet league's second-placed Balkan in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Shumen will play against Cherno More (#9) in Varna and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
CSKA: T.Choh 25+12reb+4ast, B.Young 18+4reb+3ast, Z.Knowles 13+9reb+1ast, D.Zekovic 12+3reb, A.Simeonov 10+9reb+1ast, M.Sotirov 8+4reb+7ast
Shumen: I.El-Amin 32+9reb+7ast, G.Markus 8+3reb, T.Dimitrov 8+1reb, S.Acar 8+7reb+3ast, G.Kenderov 8+2reb+3ast, R.Idowu 7+1reb+1ast

Levski - Spartak Pleven 85-86

Important game to mention about took place in Sofia. Sixth ranked Spartak Pleven (11-11) saved a 1-point victory on the road edging one of their biggest challengers Levski (12-10) 86-85 on Saturday evening. Spartak Pleven players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. American forward Cadarian Raines (205-1990, college: Virginia Tech, agency: BIG) had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international swingman Nikolay Stoyanov (194-1994) chipped in 18 points and 5 assists during the contest. At the losing side American-Haitian center John Florveus (211-1990, college: Georgia, agency: BIG) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and American guard Alan Arnett (196-1994, college: GSW, agency: BIG) scored 19 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Spartak Pleven maintains sixth position with 11-11 record, which they share with Beroe. Levski at the other side dropped to the fifth place with ten games lost. Spartak Pleven will play against Beroe (#7) in Stara Zagora in the next round. Levski will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Spartak Pleven: N.Stoyanov 18+3reb+5ast, C.Raines 16+10reb+1ast, S.Haynes-Jones 16+7ast, T.Chernokojev 12+9reb+4ast, M.Marinov 8+3reb+1ast, I.Ivkov 8+2ast
Levski: A.Arnett 19+1reb+3ast, J.Florveus 18+11reb+3ast, N.Mihaylov 16+4reb+2ast, A.Velikov 14+2reb+6ast, S.Pavlov 8+1reb, Z.Georgiev 4+8reb+4ast

Beroe - Yambol 102-86

The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked Beroe's (11-11) home victory over 8th ranked Yambol (7-15) in Stara Zagora 102-86 on Saturday. Beroe made 25-of-28 free shots (89.3 percent) during the game, while Yambol only scored seven points from the stripe. They outrebounded Yambol 37-25 including 25 on the defensive glass. American guard Kelsey Barlow (196-1991, college: UIC) notched 23 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and Bosnian power forward Aleksandar Todorovic (206-1987, agency: PEPI SPORT) supported him with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Even 20 points and 7 rebounds by American forward Trey Sampson (206-2000, college: UAPB) did not help to save the game for Yambol. Point guard Georgi Gerganov (192-2003) added 16 points and 8 assists for lost side. Five Beroe and four Yambol players scored in double figures. Beroe have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Spartak Pleven. Yambol lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 15 games lost. Beroe will meet Spartak Pleven (#6) on the road in the next round. Yambol will play against Akademik P. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Beroe: K.Barlow 23+8reb+5ast, A.Todorovic 20+6reb+4ast, D.Hall 16+5reb+2ast, R.Georgiev 15+2reb, D.Purifoy 14+5reb+1ast, M.Kombakov 7+1reb+3ast
Yambol: T.Sampson 20+7reb+1ast, I.Lilov 16+3reb+2ast, D.Cristiano 16+3reb, G.Georgi 16+4reb+8ast, A.Matushev 9+3reb+1ast, D.Morris 8+1reb+1ast

Chernomorets - Akademik P. 94-70

Very expected game when 10th ranked Akademik P. (6-16) was smashed by fifth ranked Chernomorets (13-9) in Burgas 94-70 on Saturday. Chernomorets dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Akademik P.'s 26. They outrebounded Akademik P. 42-25 including a 32-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. Chernomorets looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Akademik P.'s players. Canadian point guard Munis Tutu (184-1996, college: Carleton) notched a double-double by scoring 15 points, 17 assists and 5 steals to lead the effort and swingman Berk Mehmed (197-2002) supported him with 24 points (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field). Even 7 points and 11 rebounds by the former international center Krastan Krastanov (206-1999, agency: BIG) did not help to save the game for Akademik P.. The former international guard Evgeni Hadjirusev (193-1995) added 12 points and 5 assists for lost side. Akademik P.'s coach Jordan Yankov gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Chernomorets have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Akademik P. lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 16 games lost. Chernomorets will meet league's leader Rilski in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Akademik P. will play against Yambol (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Chernomorets: M.Berk 24+4reb+2ast, J.Tucker 16+7reb+3ast, M.Tutu 15+3reb+17ast, S.Lepichev 12+4reb+1ast, B.Nze 8+13reb+1ast, M.Mawien 8+9reb+3ast
Akademik P.: E.Hadjirusev 12+2reb+5ast, J.Minnett 11, N.Nikolov 9+3reb, M.Krastomir 8+3ast, K.Krastanov 7+11reb+1ast, K.Ioannis 7+1ast

Rilski - Balkan 77-76

Second-ranked Balkan (16-5) was very close to win a game against first ranked Rilski (21-1) in Samokov on Saturday. Rilski managed to secure only one-point victory 77-76. However their fans expected easier game. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Balkan. Rilski shot 26 for 37 from the free-throw line, while Balkan only scored nine points from the stripe. They outrebounded Balkan 41-30 including a 33-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. 30 personal fouls committed by Balkan helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Alexandar Yanev (203-1998) who helped to win the game recording 24 points and 6 rebounds. The former international Chavdar Kostov (196-1988, agency: BIG) contributed with 17 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Chilean-Spanish center Manny Suarez (208-1993, college: Creighton) replied with 21 points and 9 rebounds and the former international Pavlin Ivanov (195-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) added 16 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals in the effort for Balkan. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Rilski have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 21-1 record. Defending champion Balkan keeps the second place with five games lost. Rilski are looking forward to face Chernomorets (#4) in Burgas in the next round. Balkan will play at home against CSKA and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Rilski: A.Yanev 24+6reb+2ast, C.Kostov 17+6reb+3ast, D.Karamfilov 10+5reb+6ast, D.Wiggins 7+6reb, Y.Minchev 7+9reb+1ast, B.Randolph 6+3reb+2ast
Balkan: M.Suarez 21+9reb, D.Dimitrov 19+5reb, P.Ivanov 16+6reb+4ast, N.Grozev 7+3reb, N.Diplaros 6+3reb+10ast, P.Jackson 6+1reb+2ast

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CANADA

CIS men standings

U Sports Standings

AUS
1 St.Francis X. 17-3
2 UPEI 15-5
3 Dalhousie 12-8
4 Cape Breton 9-11
5 Memorial 8-12
6 St.Marys 8-12
7 UNB 7-13
8 Acadia 4-16
Canada West
1 Manitoba 18-2
2 Victoria 17-3
3 Winnipeg 15-5
4 Alberta 15-5
5 UBC 13-7
6 TWU 12-8
7 Brandon 12-8
8 Calgary 11-9
9 Regina 10-10
10 UFV 9-11
11 UNBC 8-12
12 Mount Royal 8-12
13 UBC Okanagan 6-14
14 Lethbridge 6-14
15 Saskatchewan 5-15
16 TRU 5-15
17 MacEwan 0-20
OUA Central
1 Brock 16-6
2 Lakehead 16-6
3 TMU 14-8
4 Toronto 13-9
5 McMaster 12-10
6 York 6-16
OUA East
1 Carleton 18-4
2 Ottawa 17-5
3 Queens 17-5
4 Nipissing 5-17
5 Ontario Tech 4-18
6 Laurentian 3-19
OUA West
1 Windsor 16-6
2 Laurier 14-8
3 Guelph 11-11
4 Western 10-12
5 Algoma 3-19
6 Waterloo 3-19
RSEQ
1 UQAM 10-6
2 Laval 9-7
3 Bishops 8-8
4 Concordia 7-9
5 McGill 6-10

Finals: Round 1

3-4 Place

Mar. 12: Victoria - Ottawa 58-78

5-6 Place

Mar. 12: UQAM - Queen''s 89-85

FINAL

Mar. 12: Carleton - St.Francis X. 109-104

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Diego MAFFIA

Victoria
(185-G-2001)
Avg: 24.6

24.6

23.8

23.0

22.9

22.5

Ravens work overtime, soar to record 17th W.P. McGee Trophy with epic win over X-Men - by Eurobasket News

The Carleton Ravens won their 17th W.P. McGee Trophy since 2003 with a thrilling double overtime 109-104 victory over the host STFX X-Men in the final game of the 2023 U SPORTS Men's Final 8, a contest that will be talked about for years to come. The win came in front of over 9,000 fans at the Scotiabank Centre, part of the contingent of a tournament record-breaking attendance of 40,092 over the three-day event. With 213 total points, Sunday's game was the highest-scoring Final 8 game of all time, beating the previous record of 210 set in 2016, when Ryerson (as it then was) defeated UBC 109-101 (OT). The Ravens pulled off a double championship day as their women's team also won the U SPORTS banner with a 71-59 win over Queen's, marking the first time the same school has won both basketball banners since Victoria accomplished the feat in 1985. X-Men guard Avan Nava (188-G) had four of the first six points for his team, and the Nova Scotians lead by a point after the first three minutes. Both teams came out to play, and the loud Halifax crowd helped push the action in the X-Men's favour. The Ravens went 4-10 with three-pointers in the first quarter while STFX was solid on defence, creating 10 points on turnovers, giving themselves a 27-17 lead after the first 10 minutes. Dondre Reddick (190-G) gave the home fans something to cheer about with a big dunk off a steal early in the second quarter, igniting an impressive run for the hosts, who took a 23-point lead - their largest of the night - with 3:22 left in the half. Carleton, which has never lost in a national championship game, did not fold under the pressure though, and cut the lead to 13 points at 48-35 as the half ended with a last-second three-pointer from Wazir Latiff (188-G). The Ravens went on an impressive 11-1 run early in the third quarter, cutting the X-Men lead to three points in the first four minutes. Defensive player of the year and second-team All-Canadian David Muenkat (201-F, college: St.Francis X.) had a big dunk off an alley-oop from Nava which brought the crowd back to life. On the other end, Aiden Warnholtz (188-G, college: Carleton) made a jumper to put Carleton up 56-55 with 3:04 left in the third, their first lead since being up 5-2 in the game's early stages. STFX started the fourth quarter leading 60-58 and increased it to six in the first four minutes. Warnholtz drained a pair of free throws with 3:36 to go to make tie the game up at 72 apiece. The teams traded scores late, and the tie remained until the last minute, with Nava's layup giving the hosts an 80-78 lead with 41 seconds left. An ill-advised X-Men foul put Warnholtz to the line for one shot, which he made to cut the lead to 80-79. After Nava drained a pair of free-throws to put the X-Men up 82-79 with 22 seconds left, it was Warnholtz, the first-team All-Canadian and player of the game for the Ravens, who had the last word in regulation as he hit a clutch three pointer with just three seconds left. The Ravens went up by five in the first minute of the extra session, but the X-Men cut the margin to one at 90-89 with two minutes left. With the Ravens up 93-91 and ten seconds left, Warnholtz had a chance to put the game away, but only made one of his two free throws. Seven seconds later, Nava nailed a triple to tie the game at 94-94, sending the U SPORTS championship game to double overtime for the first time ever. Three-pointers by Warnholtz and Vreeken put Carleton up 103-99 with a minute left in the second overtime, and Vreeken made three free throws in the final minute to put the game away. For the X-Men, Muenkat finished with 31 points and 11 rebounds, while Nava had 30 points. Reddick chipped in 14, and Michael Utsale added 10. All five of Carleton's starters were in double figures, with Warnholtz, Vreeken and Wazir Latiff each netting 23, while Elliot Bailey had 21 and Grant Shephard (208-F-1999) added 17. Sheppard finished with a double-double, as he grabbed 12 rebounds, while Warnholtz also had a double-double as he made 11 assists. For STFX, this is their first national medal since 2012, when they won bronze. They last won silver in 2004, when they also lost to Carleton in Halifax. For Carleton, this marks their fourth title in a row and their 12th in the past 13 tournaments. Only the Calgary Dinos in 2018 and Covid-19 in 2021 have broken the Carleton run of dominance since 2011. The 2024 Men's Final 8 will be held in Quebec City, with Universite Laval acting as tournament host.
Courtesy of: usports.ca

UQAM claim RSEQ title, edge Bishop's in the Final - by Eurobasket News

UQAM celebrated RSEQ title. They overcame Bishop's 88-71 in the championship game. Bahaide Haidara (198-G-1998, college: SFC) and Kevin Civil (180-PG) scored 23 points each to pace the winners. UQAM jumped off to a 30-9 lead early in the game and never looked back en route to the win.

All-RSEQ Awards 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Player of the Year: Canada

Sidney Tremblay-Lacombe (6'6''-F) of Laval
Defensive Player of the Year: Canada

Bahaide Haidara (6'6''-G-1998) of UQAM
Rookie of the Year: Canada

Etienne Gagnon (6'8''-F) of Bishop's
Coach of the Year: Mario Joseph of UQAM

All-RSEQ 1st Team 2023

Haidara

Tremblay-Lacombe

Robert

Chaput

Jahan

First Team
Canada

Bahaide Haidara (6'6''-G-1998) of UQAM
Canada

Sidney Tremblay-Lacombe (6'6''-F) of Laval
Canada

Charles-Andree Robert (6'8''-F) of Bishop's
USA

Samuel Chaput (5'11''-PG) of McGill
Canada

Sami Jahan (6'1''-G) of Concordia

All-RSEQ Second Team 2023

Lochard

Joseph

Gagnon

Elezovic

Civil

Second Team
Canada

Alix Lochard (6'6''-F) of UQAM
Canada

Steeve Joseph (5'9''-PG) of Laval
Canada

Etienne Gagnon (6'8''-F) of Bishop's
Canada

Haris Elezovic (6'8''-F) of McGill
Canada

Kevin Civil (5'11''-PG) of UQAM

All-RSEQ All-Rookie Team 2023

Gagnon

Diouf

Joseph

Laforest

Navarro

All-Rookie Team
Canada

Etienne Gagnon (6'8''-F) of Bishop's
Canada

Ismael Diouf (5'11''-PG) of Laval
Canada

Jaheem Joseph (6'4''-G) of Concordia
Canada

Karl Laforest (6'6''-C) of UQAM
Spain

David Navarro (6'6''-G-2003) of Bishop's

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CAYMAN ISLANDS

National League Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Samuel O''GARRO

Sol B
(195-G-1988)
Avg: 32.8

32.8

29.0

28.0

26.7

26.0

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CHILE

Stats Leaders - DIMAYOR

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Stephen MAXWELL

Ancud
(201-F-1993)
Avg: 28.8

28.8

24.8

22.3

21.8

21.4

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CHINA

Stats Leaders - CBA

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Darius ADAMS

Fujian S.
(188-PG-1989)
Avg: 32.1

32.1

31.8

29.2

28.4

24.4

CBA Round 36: Guandong Tigers defeat Guangsha Lions in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Eleventh-ranked Guangsha Lions (17-17) gave a tough game to second ranked Guandong Tigers (26-6) in Dongguan on Saturday. Guandong Tigers managed to secure only two-point victory 98-96. However their fans expected much easier game. Guandong Tigers looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Guangsha Lions' players. Worth to mention a great performance of American MarShon Brooks (197-1989, college: Providence) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists and international point guard Jie Xu (181-2000) who added 16 points and 5 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international center Jinqiu Hu (211-1997) with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Guandong Tigers have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 26-6 record having just two points less than leader Zhejiang GB. Guangsha Lions at the other side dropped to the twelfth place with 17 games lost. Guandong Tigers are looking forward to face Loongs (#8) in Taiyuan in the next round where they are favorite. Guangsha Lions will play at home against Pioneers (#19) and are hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win.
CBA top team - Golden Bulls (28-4) had no problems winning another game. This time they beat fifteenth ranked Eagles (14-19) in Hangzhou 118-102. The winners were led by the former international point guard Qian Wu (188-1994) who scored that evening 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and Jarmar Gulley supported him with 23 points and 6 assists. Even 49 points (!!!) (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) by American point guard Eugene German (183-1997, college: NIU) did not help to save the game for Eagles. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Golden Bulls have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 28-4 record. Eagles at the other side keep the fifteenth place with 19 games lost. Golden Bulls will play against Long-Lions (#13) in Guangzhou in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Eagles will play at home against Monkey Kings and hope to get back on the winning track.
A very close game took place in Jiangsu between Monkey Kings and Jiangsu Dragons. Twelfth ranked Monkey Kings (17-15) got a very close home victory over 14th ranked Jiangsu Dragons (15-18). Monkey Kings managed to escape with a 2-point win 89-87 on Saturday evening. The best player for the winners was QJ Peterson who had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Antonio Blakeney who recorded 42 points (!!!) and 4 assists. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Monkey Kings moved-up to eleventh place. Jiangsu Dragons lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth position with 18 games lost. Monkey Kings will meet Eagles (#15) in the next round. Jiangsu Dragons will play against Royal Fighters and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 36: Shenzhen L. won against Fujian S. on the opponent's court 111-108. Jilin NE T. managed to outperform Shanghai S. in a home game 101-93. Shandong H. was rolled over Liaoning FL on the road 99-77. Bottom-ranked Ningbo R. was crushed by Beijing D. on its own court 76-107. Guangzhou LL beat Beijing RF in a road game 98-93. Tianjin lost to Shanxi L. at home 110-113.

Fujian S. - Shenzhen L. 108-111

Very expected game in Jinjiang where 18th ranked Sturgeons (8-25) were edged by fourth ranked Aviators (23-11) 111-108 on Friday. Aviators looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Jared Sullinger (206-1992, college: Ohio St.) who had a triple-double by scoring 36 points (!!!), 14 rebounds and 10 assists. International Xining He (195-1997) chipped in 30 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Bulgarian-American point guard Darius Adams (188-1989, college: Indianapolis) who recorded a triple-double by scoring 36 points (!!!), 13 rebounds and 12 assists and point guard Yiyang Li (181-1998) added 18 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists respectively. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Sturgeons' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Aviators have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 23-11 record. Loser Sturgeons dropped to the seventeenth place with 25 games lost. They share the position with Sichuan BW. Aviators will meet at home Blue Whales (#17) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Sturgeons will play against Heroes in Jinan and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Fujian S.: A.Darius 36+13reb+12ast, W.Yixiong 23+4reb+2ast, L.Yiyang 18+10reb+5ast, C.Linjian 18+4reb+1ast, Z.Yongpeng 11+8reb+4ast, M.Thon 2+2reb+1ast
Shenzhen L.: S.Jared 36+14reb+10ast, H.Xining 30+5reb+2ast, S.Zijie 15+16reb+5ast, G.Quan 11+4reb+1ast, S.Haoqin 10+3reb+6ast, B.Haotian 4+1reb+3ast

Jilin NE T. - Shanghai S. 101-93

There was a small surprise in Changchun where tenth ranked Jilin Tigers (18-15) defeated 7th ranked Sharks (19-15) 101-93 on Friday. Strangely Sharks outrebounded Jilin Tigers 44-30 including 32 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Dominique Jones (193-1988, college: S.Florida) who had a double-double by scoring 31 points, 7 rebounds, 12 assists and 5 steals. The former international point guard Weize Jiang (182-2000) chipped in 18 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international center Zhelin Wang (214-1994) who recorded a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds and American point guard Eric Bledsoe (185-1989, college: Kentucky) added 19 points, 7 rebounds and 11 assists respectively. Four Jilin Tigers and five Sharks players scored in double figures. Sharks' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Jilin Tigers have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Shanxi L. Loser Sharks keep the seventh position with 15 games lost. Jilin Tigers will meet bottom-ranked Rockets (#20) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Sharks will play against Ducks (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Shanghai S.: W.Zhelin 24+12reb+2ast, B.Eric 19+7reb+11ast, T.Melo 14+3reb+1ast, L.Hongquan 11+7reb+2ast, L.Hanchen 10+2reb+3ast, Y.Pengfei 6+5reb+1ast
Jilin NE T.: J.Dominique 31+7reb+12ast, C.Jinming 20+3reb+1ast, J.Yuxing 19+6reb+3ast, J.Weize 18+6reb+5ast, Z.Cheng 7+3reb+5ast, L.Ang 6+5reb+2ast

Liaoning FL - Shandong H. 99-77

Not a big story in a game in Yingkou where 5th ranked Heroes (21-14) were rolled over by third ranked Flying Leopards (25-7) 99-77 on Friday. Flying Leopards forced 22 Heroes turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Flying Leopards made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was the former international point guard Jiwei Zhao (184-1995) who scored 21 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. American power forward Eric Moreland (208-1991, college: Oregon St.) chipped in 8 points and 13 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international point guard Shiyan Gao (186-1996) who recorded a double-double by scoring 11 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and American guard Ben McLemore (196-1993, college: Kansas) added 19 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Four Flying Leopards and five Heroes players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Flying Leopards have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains third position with 25-7 record having just three points less than leader Zhejiang GB. Loser Heroes keep the fifth place with 14 games lost. Flying Leopards will meet Flying Tigers (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Heroes will play against Sturgeons (#18) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Shandong H.: M.Ben 19+5reb+1ast, G.Troy 19+3reb+2ast, T.Hanlin 14+4reb+2ast, G.Shiyan 11+10reb+5ast, C.Peidong 10+2reb+6ast, L.Guancen 2+2reb
Liaoning FL: Z.Jiwei 21+5reb+7ast, Z.Zhenlin 14+3reb, G.Ailun 11+10ast, H.Dejun 11+8reb+1ast, M.Eric 8+13reb+1ast, F.Kyle 8

Ningbo R. - Beijing D. 76-107

Everything went according to plan in Ningbo where sixth ranked Ducks (19-14) outscored bottom-ranked Rockets (2-32) 107-76 on Friday. Ducks dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Rockets' 36. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 19 passes made by Rockets' players. The best player for the winners was Israeli-American forward TJ Leaf (208-1997, college: UCLA) who scored 21 points and 6 rebounds. The former international center Ziming Fan (211-1998) chipped in 16 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Ducks players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Brandon Taylor (178-1994, college: Utah, agency: Pensack Sports) who recorded 20 points and Montenegrin forward Marko Todorovic (208-1992) added 8 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks 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. Ducks maintains sixth position with 19-14 record. Rockets lost twelfth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay dead last with 32 lost games. Ducks will meet Sharks (#7) in the next round. Rockets will play against Jilin Tigers (#9) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ningbo R.: T.Brandon 20+4reb+2ast, J.Shuai 12+3reb+2ast, X.Yuzhuo 10+2reb+1ast, H.Dewan 9+8reb+1ast, T.Marko 8+8reb+4ast, W.Xiangbing 6+5reb
Beijing D.: L.TJ 21+6reb+3ast, F.Ziming 16+7reb+5ast, Z.Cairen 13+2reb+3ast, F.Shuo 11+3reb+4ast, Z.Xiaochuan 9+5reb+2ast, Z.Yanxi 8+5reb+2ast

Beijing RF - Guangzhou LL 93-98

There was no surprise in Beijing where 16th ranked Royal Fighters (10-22) were defeated by thirteenth ranked Long-Lions (16-17) 98-93 on Saturday. Long-Lions made 21-of-27 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Nate Mason (188-1995, college: Minnesota) who had a double-double by scoring 28 points, 7 rebounds, 11 assists and 4 steals. The former international guard Yongxi Cui (196-2003) chipped in 26 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Fan Zhang (195-1996) who recorded 31 points and the former international center Changdong Yu (206-1991) added 18 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Four Royal Fighters players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Long-Lions have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain thirteenth position with 16-17 record. Royal Fighters lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth place with 22 games lost. Long-Lions will meet at home league's leader Golden Bulls in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Royal Fighters will play against Jiangsu Dragons (#14) in Nanjing and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Beijing RF: Z.Fan 31+1reb+1ast, Y.Changdong 18+8reb+3ast, A.Bryon 18+2reb+6ast, L.Sanning 12+5reb+5ast, L.Weihao 4+1reb, G.Trae 4+2reb+2ast
Guangzhou LL: M.Nate 28+7reb+11ast, C.Yongxi 26+8reb, C.Ying-Chun 13+5reb+10ast, Z.Mingzhen 9+4reb+1ast, L.Yanzhe 8+7reb, Z.Zhun 3+3reb

Guangdong ST - Guangsha L. 98-96

Eleventh-ranked Guangsha Lions (17-17) gave a tough game to second ranked Guandong Tigers (26-6) in Dongguan on Saturday. Guandong Tigers managed to secure only two-point victory 98-96. However their fans expected much easier game. Guandong Tigers looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Guangsha Lions' players. Worth to mention a great performance of American MarShon Brooks (197-1989, college: Providence) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists and international point guard Jie Xu (181-2000) who added 16 points and 5 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international center Jinqiu Hu (211-1997) with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds and American point guard Will Cummings (188-1992, college: Temple) scored 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Guandong Tigers and four Guangsha Lions players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Guandong Tigers have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 26-6 record having just two points less than leader Zhejiang GB. Guangsha Lions at the other side dropped to the twelfth place with 17 games lost. Guandong Tigers are looking forward to face Loongs (#8) in Taiyuan in the next round where they are favorite. Guangsha Lions will play at home against Pioneers (#19) and are hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win.
Top scorers:
Guangsha L.: C.Will 22+5reb+5ast, S.Minghui 20+2reb+1ast, H.Jinqiu 19+14reb+1ast, X.ZhongHao 13+6reb+1ast, Z.Junlong 8+6reb, Z.Jiaren 8+3reb+2ast
Guangdong ST: B.MarShon 21+12reb+5ast, Y.Jianlian 17+5reb+1ast, X.Jie 16+2reb+5ast, R.Junfei 14+4reb, D.Runwang 12+3ast, H.Mingxuan 10+2reb+2ast

Nanjing TX MK - Jiangsu D. 89-87

A very close game took place in Jiangsu between Monkey Kings and Jiangsu Dragons. Twelfth ranked Monkey Kings (17-15) got a very close home victory over 14th ranked Jiangsu Dragons (15-18). Monkey Kings managed to escape with a 2-point win 89-87 on Saturday evening. Monkey Kings looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was American point guard QJ Peterson (183-1994, college: VMI) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists. Guard Lanxuan Wang (186-1998) chipped in 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Monkey Kings players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Antonio Blakeney (193-1996, college: LSU) who recorded 42 points (!!!) and 4 assists and center Quanxi Wu (211-1994) added 10 points, 15 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals respectively. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Monkey Kings moved-up to eleventh place. Jiangsu Dragons lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth position with 18 games lost. Monkey Kings will meet Eagles (#15) in the next round. Jiangsu Dragons will play against Royal Fighters and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Jiangsu D.: B.Antonio 42+4reb+4ast, C.Xiaolong 11+5reb, W.Quanxi 10+15reb+4ast, Z.Zhou 8+5reb+1ast, L.Zhixuan 5+2reb+5ast, W.Devin 5+6reb+1ast
Nanjing TX MK: L.Wei 20+5reb+4ast, W.Lanxuan 19+7reb+4ast, Z.Baiqing 14+5reb+1ast, P.QJ 14+15reb+6ast, S.Mingyang 8+2reb+1ast, L.Jr. Jo 5+6reb+2ast

Tianjin - Shanxi L. 110-113

No shocking result in a game in Tianjin where ninth ranked Loongs (18-15) edged 19th ranked Pioneers (7-26) 113-110 on Saturday. Loongs made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was American point guard Kahlil Felder (175-1995, college: Oakland) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 8 rebounds and 14 assists. The other American import guard Jonathon Simmons (198-1989, college: Houston) chipped in 21 points and 5 assists. Five Loongs players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Brandon Jefferson (175-1991, college: MSU Denver) who recorded 49 points (!!!) and 4 assists and Taiwanese guard Benson Lin (193-1999, college: Bryant) added 25 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists respectively. Pioneers' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Loongs moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Jilin NE T. Pioneers lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the nineteenth position with 26 games lost. Loongs will meet at home league's second-placed Guandong Tigers in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Pioneers will play against Guangsha Lions (#12) in Hangzhou and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Tianjin: J.Brandon 49+4reb+4ast, L.Benson 25+5reb+10ast, S.Deshaui 10+9reb+4ast, X.Jin 9+3reb, H.Siyu 6+3reb, Y.Tian 6+5reb+2ast
Shanxi L.: Z.ChunJun 24+3reb, S.Jonathon 21+2reb+5ast, Y.Shuai 17+4reb+1ast, X.Zhijiang 15+8reb+1ast, F.Kahlil 14+8reb+14ast, G.Zhaobao 13+10reb+3ast

Zhejiang GB. - Qingdao E. 118-102

CBA top team - Golden Bulls (28-4) had no problems winning another game. This time they beat fifteenth ranked Eagles (14-19) in Hangzhou 118-102. Golden Bulls dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Eagles' 40 and made 19-of-24 charity shots (79.2 percent) during the game. Golden Bulls players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. They brought some defensive toughness making 8 blocks. The winners were led by the former international point guard Qian Wu (188-1994) who scored that evening 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and American Jarmar Gulley (196-1991, college: Missouri St.) supported him with 23 points and 6 assists. Five Golden Bulls players scored in double figures. Even 49 points (!!!) (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) by American point guard Eugene German (183-1997, college: NIU) did not help to save the game for Eagles. Zhuo Ji (209-2000) added 15 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Golden Bulls have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 28-4 record. Eagles at the other side keep the fifteenth place with 19 games lost. Golden Bulls will play against Long-Lions (#13) in Guangzhou in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Eagles will play at home against Monkey Kings and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Qingdao E.: G.Eugene 49+3reb+3ast, R.Duop 19+5reb, J.Zhuo 15+8reb+2ast, W.Ruize 8+7reb+1ast, Y.Jinmeng 5+3reb+2ast, Z.Jiayi 3+2reb
Zhejiang GB.: W.Qian 24+5reb+4ast, G.Jarmar 23+2reb+6ast, W.Moses 20+2reb+4ast, W.Yibo 18+3reb+6ast, L.Wenbo 18+8reb+1ast, J.Rufukatijiang 7+4reb

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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

18.4

17.9

17.7

17.2

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CZECH REPUBLIC

1Liga Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Pavel SLEZAK

Svitavy
(186-G-1984)
Avg: 22.2

22.2

21.6

20.7

20.2

20.1

Milan Stranel claims Czech Republic U19 League Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Talented Milan Stranel (201-F-2005) put on an amazing game in the last round for Basket Brno and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents U19 League Player of the Week award for round 7 (Second Stage).
The 17-year old forward had a double-double of 20 points and fifteen rebounds, while his team crushed Sokol Prazsky (#6, 13-9) with 25-point margin 76-51. Basket Brno maintains the 3rd position in their group in Czech Republic U19 League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier in Second Stage. Basket Brno will need more victories to improve their 16-6 record. Stranel turned to be Basket Brno's top player in his first season with the team. Stranel has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (6th best: 9.7rpg) and averages solid 1.0bpg and 68.9% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young guard Adam Ivanek (199-G-2004) of NH Ostrava. Ivanek impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 25 points and 12 rebounds. Bad luck as NH Ostrava lost that game 76-82 to slightly higher-ranked Nymburk (#2, 13-9). NH Ostrava managed to keep the same 4th spot in Group B. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 9-13 record. Ivanek is one of the most experienced players at NH Ostrava and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was Jachym Henzl (187-G-2005) of Opava (#3). Henzl scored 28 points and grabbed nine rebounds. Despite Henzl's great performance Opava lost 64-95 to #1 ranked Tygri Praha. 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 last thing Opava needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams in Group B. Their record is 11 victories and 11 lost games. Henzl has a great season in Czech Republic. After 22 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 3.7apg (9th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Jakub Kojzar (200-F-2004) of Plzen - 16 points and 13 rebounds
5. Pavlo Karasov (203-F-2004) of GBA Lions - 20 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Dominik Mascuch (191-F) of Litomerice - 16 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists
7. Martin Najemnik (158-G/F-2004) of Tygri Praha - 15 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Peter Kovacik (190-G-2005) of Nymburk - 15 points and 9 rebounds
9. Elias Kalisz (182-G-2005) of Orli Prostejov - 19 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Igor Svoboda (202-F/C-2004) of Tygri Brno - 14 points and 14 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)

U19 League Round 8 (Second Stage): Tygri Praha 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 Tygri Praha as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Tygri Praha smashed 8th ranked Orli at home 82-63. Tygri Praha dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Orli's 28. Tygri Praha forced 27 Orli turnovers and outrebounded them 55-28 including a 19-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Swingman Martin Najemnik (158-2004) orchestrated the victory by scoring 16 points and 9 rebounds. Forward Jakub Rezac (164-2004) contributed with 11 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Tygri Praha's coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Elias Kalisz (182-2005) replied with 11 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals for Orli. Tygri Praha have a solid three-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Nymburk and Sokol Prazsky. Orli lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 21 games lost.
Another interesting game for Tygri Brno (14-8) which played in Praha against 5th ranked Sokol Prazsky (13-9). Sixth ranked Tygri Brno had an easy win 82-70. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Adam Lukes (191-2004) who helped to win the game recording 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Michal Slovak who added 9 points and 6 assists during the contest. Forward Petr Stovicek (200-2004) responded with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 blocks. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Tygri Brno moved-up to fifth place. Sokol Prazsky at the other side still keeps top position with nine games lost. They share it with Nymburk and Tygri Praha.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Basket Brno (16-6) against fourth ranked USK Praha (15-7) on Sunday night. Visiting Basket Brno was defeated by USK Praha in a tough game in Praha 48-54. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Basket Brno. The winners were led by Matyas Jezek who had that evening a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds. Even 11 points and 9 rebounds by Milan Stranel did not help to save the game for Basket Brno. Basket Brno's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. USK Praha maintains fourth position with 15-7 record. Loser Basket Brno keeps the third place with six games lost.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 8: Pardubice was smashed by Sokol Pisek on the road 81-50. Litomerice lost to NH Ostrava on its own court 58-66. Snakes Ostrava unfortunately lost to Nymburk in a road game 59-63. Plzen rolled over Opava at home 80-56.

Group A

Sokol Prazsky - Tygri Brno 70-82

Another interesting game for Tygri Brno (14-8) which played in Praha against 5th ranked Sokol Prazsky (13-9). Sixth ranked Tygri Brno had an easy win 82-70. Tygri Brno made 30-of-39 charity shots (76.9 percent) during the game, while Sokol Prazsky only scored nine points from the stripe. Tygri Brno forced 20 Sokol Prazsky turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Sokol Prazsky was plagued by 28 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Adam Lukes (191-2004) who helped to win the game recording 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Michal Slovak (182-2005) who added 9 points and 6 assists during the contest. Forward Petr Stovicek (200-2004) responded with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 blocks and guard Tadeas Regeti (186-2004) scored 20 points and 5 rebounds. Four Sokol Prazsky players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Tygri Brno moved-up to fifth place. Sokol Prazsky at the other side still keeps top position with nine games lost. They share it with Nymburk and Tygri Praha.
Top scorers:
Tygri Brno: L.Adam 19+9reb+4ast, D.Benjamin 13+2reb+1ast, V.Petr 10+2reb+2ast, S.Michal 9+2reb+6ast, G.Josef 7+5reb+2ast, V.Dalibor 6+3reb+2ast
Sokol Prazsky: R.Tadeas 20+5reb, H.Vojtech 15+5reb+3ast, S.Petr 15+9reb+1ast, H.Ondrej 10+3reb+3ast, R.Adam 3+12reb+5ast, L.Cedric 3+2reb+3ast

USK Praha - Basket Brno 54-48

Very important is a road loss of third ranked Basket Brno (16-6) against fourth ranked USK Praha (15-7) on Sunday night. Visiting Basket Brno was defeated by USK Praha in a tough game in Praha 48-54. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Basket Brno. USK Praha held Basket Brno to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 28.1 percent accuracy of the winners and made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. The winners were led by guard Matyas Jezek (192-2005) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds and forward Matous Brunner (194-2004) supported him with 7 points and 8 rebounds. Even 11 points and 9 rebounds by forward Milan Stranel (201-2005) did not help to save the game for Basket Brno. Forward Simon Svoboda (194-2004) added 8 points and 8 rebounds for the guests. Basket Brno's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. USK Praha maintains fourth position with 15-7 record. Loser Basket Brno keeps the third place with six games lost.
Top scorers:
USK Praha: J.Matyas 17+12reb+2ast, M.Jan 10+1reb, B.Matous 7+8reb+1ast, L.David 6+2reb+4ast, K.Vojtech 6+1reb, K.Mikulas 5+7reb+1ast
Basket Brno: S.Milan 11+9reb+1ast, S.Simon 8+8reb+2ast, S.Maros 8+2reb, K.Joanis 6+8reb+1ast, K.Josef 4+3reb+2ast, C.Andre 4+1ast

Sokol Pisek - Pardubice 81-50

No shocking result in a game when second ranked Sokol Pisek (17-5) crushed at home 8th ranked Synthesia (10-12) 81-50 on Sunday. Sokol Pisek dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Synthesia's 30. Sokol Pisek forced 29 Synthesia turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Synthesia's players. The winners were led by point guard Daniel Hejl (178-2004) who scored that evening 12 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists and guard Filip Cihak (165) supported him with 13 points and 5 rebounds. Four Sokol Pisek players scored in double figures. Even 11 points and 5 rebounds by forward Stepan Vlcek (192-2004) did not help to save the game for Synthesia. Slovakian forward Marek Simonides (195-2006) added 6 points and 7 rebounds 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. Sokol Pisek have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 17-5 record having just two points less than leader Tygri Praha. Loser Synthesia keeps the eighth place with 12 games lost.
Top scorers:
Sokol Pisek: C.Filip 13+5reb+2ast, H.Daniel 12+8reb+8ast, S.Josef 11+3reb+4ast, P.Vladan 10+2reb+3ast, C.Ondrej 8+2reb+3ast, K.Ondrej 8+7reb+2ast
Pardubice: V.Stepan 11+5reb+1ast, P.Josef 8+2reb+1ast, H.Tomas 7+1reb+1ast, M.Adam 7+2reb+1ast, S.Marek 6+7reb+1ast, S.Jakub 5+4reb+2ast

Group B

Litomerice - NH Ostrava 58-66

Rather expected game when 6th ranked Slavoj (4-18) lost to fourth ranked Ostrava (9-13) in Litomerice 58-66 on Sunday. The winners were led by guard Adam Ivanek (199-2004) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds and guard Matyas Pomezny (196-2006) supported him with 15 points and 6 rebounds. Four Ostrava players scored in double figures. Even 22 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals by guard Jan Zalud (180-2005) did not help to save the game for Slavoj. Guard Jiri Majerik (170-2004) added 9 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists for the hosts. Ostrava maintains fourth position with 9-13 record. Loser Slavoj keeps the sixth place with 18 games lost.
Top scorers:
NH Ostrava: P.Matyas 15+6reb, I.Adam 12+12reb+3ast, C.Mikulas 11+8reb+2ast, M.Jakub 10+4reb+3ast, V.Matyas 8+2reb+3ast, F.Jan 5+9reb+1ast
Litomerice: Z.Jan 22+6reb+4ast, M.Jiri 9+13reb+4ast, M.Filip 7+6reb+2ast, K.Jan 5+4reb+1ast, S.Vaclav 5+7reb+2ast, W.Samuel 4+5reb+1ast

Nymburk - Snakes Ostrava 63-59

Very predictable result when second ranked Nymburk (13-9) won against at home 7th ranked Snakes (3-19) 63-59 on Sunday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Nymburk forced 26 Snakes turnovers. The winners were led by point guard Jakub Ourednik (180-2004) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds and forward David Fric (190-2004) supported him with 9 points and 5 rebounds. Nymburk's coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even a double-double of 15 points and 12 rebounds by forward Daniel Duhajsky (198-2006) did not help to save the game for Snakes. Guard Matej Rotrekl (185-2004) added 13 points for the guests. Nymburk have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Sokol Prazsky and Tygri Praha. Loser Snakes keep the seventh place with 19 games lost.
Top scorers:
Nymburk: B.Jan 11+1reb, O.Jakub 10+10reb+1ast, F.David 9+5reb+1ast, J.Jan 8+1reb+2ast, K.Simon 7+3reb+1ast, S.Martin 5+7reb
Snakes Ostrava: D.Daniel 15+12reb+1ast, R.Matej 13+3reb+3ast, M.Tomas 9+8reb, S.Lukas 8+1reb+3ast, S.Pavel 5+1reb, V.Stepan 4+3reb+7ast

Plzen - Opava 80-56

There was a minor upset when 3rd ranked Opava (11-11) was outscored by fifth ranked Lokomotiva (7-15) in Plzen 80-56 on Sunday. Lokomotiva dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Opava's 30. They outrebounded Opava 49-26 including a 33-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Lokomotiva looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The winners were led by forward Jakub Kojzar (200-2004) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 23 points and 18 rebounds and guard Vojtech Klicka (191-2004) supported him with 17 points and 5 rebounds. Lokomotiva's coach felt very confident that he used 11 players saving starting five for next games. Even 11 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals by guard Jachym Henzl (187-2005) did not help to save the game for Opava. Guard Eduard Mysak (172-2005) added 7 points and 6 rebounds for the guests. Lokomotiva have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 7-15 record. Loser Opava keeps the third place with 11 games lost. They share the position with Pelhrimov.
Top scorers:
Plzen: K.Jakub 23+18reb+3ast, K.Vojtech 17+5reb+3ast, V.Jiri 11+4reb+1ast, N.Ondrej 9+7reb+5ast, T.Dominik 6+2reb, K.Filip 4+2reb+6ast
Opava: S.Lukas 14+1reb, H.Jachym 11+7reb+5ast, K.Robin 8+2reb, M.Eduard 7+6reb+3ast, A.Petr 7+1reb+1ast, K.Vojtech 6+5reb

Tygri Praha - Orli Prostejov 82-63

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Tygri Praha as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Tygri Praha smashed 8th ranked Orli at home 82-63. Tygri Praha dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Orli's 28. Tygri Praha forced 27 Orli turnovers and outrebounded them 55-28 including a 19-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Swingman Martin Najemnik (158-2004) orchestrated the victory by scoring 16 points and 9 rebounds. Forward Jakub Rezac (164-2004) contributed with 11 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Tygri Praha's coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Elias Kalisz (182-2005) replied with 11 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals and point guard Adam Sabol (184-2005) added 13 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Orli. Four Orli players scored in double figures. Tygri Praha have a solid three-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Nymburk and Sokol Prazsky. Orli lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 21 games lost.
Top scorers:
Tygri Praha: N.Martin 16+9reb+1ast, R.Jakub 11+6reb+2ast, B.Karel 11+7reb, Z.Vojtech 11+5reb, K.Hugo 8+7reb+1ast, L.Filip 8+6reb+2ast
Orli Prostejov: V.Leonardo 13+3reb+1ast, S.Adam 13+5reb+2ast, K.Ondrej 12+3reb, K.Elias 11+8reb+4ast, Z.Jan 5+2reb+1ast, S.Filip 4+3reb

NBL Round 7 (Second Stage): NH Ostrava defeat Kolin in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News

NBL is at the halfway of the Second Stage and there are still another 7 rounds left. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 7 in the NBL took place in Ostrava. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 7th ranked Kolin (13-15) to eighth ranked NH Ostrava (14-14) 86-84 on Saturday evening. NH Ostrava looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for American forward Sukhmail Mathon (208-1998, college: Boston U.) who led his team to a victory scoring 27 points and 7 rebounds. His fellow American import guard Malik Morgan (193-1994, college: Tulane) helped adding 18 points and 8 assists. At the losing side American guard Rashard Odomes (198-1996, college: Oklahoma) responded with 22 points and 5 rebounds. NH Ostrava moved-up to sixth place. Kolin at the other side dropped to the eighth position with 15 games lost. NH Ostrava are looking forward to face higher ranked Pardubice (#5) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kolin will play against Usti n/Labem and is hoping to win this game.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Usti nad Labem. 4th placed host Usti n/Labem (17-11) lost to first ranked Brno (21-8) 109-93. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Usti n/Labem. It was an exceptional evening for the former international point guard Viktor Pulpan (191-1996, agency: Octagon Europe) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Simon Pursl accounted for 19 points (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). American forward Spencer Svejcar (193-1994, college: Alaska-Anch., agency: One Motive Sports) came up with 18 points and 5 assists for Usti n/Labem in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Brno maintains first place with 21-8 record. Usti n/Labem at the other side keeps the fourth position with 11 games lost. Brno will play against Decin (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Usti n/Labem will play against Kolin and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Bottom-ranked Hradec Kralove managed to get a fifth victory, breaking the series of eleven consecutive losses on Saturday night. This time they outleveled tenth-ranked Slavia 107-87. It's especially surprising that the victory came too easily and 20-point difference suggests that Hradec Kralove is in a good shape to leave the bottom place. Maksim Sturanovic fired a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Trevor John produced 22 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Hradec Kralove maintains twelfth place with 5-23 record. Newly promoted Slavia keeps the tenth position with 19 games lost. Hradec Kralove will meet at home higher ranked USK Praha (#9) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Slavia will play against Olomoucko and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 7: Opava lost to Decin on the opponent's court 90-95. Nymburk managed to outperform Pardubice in a home game 87-80. Olomoucko recorded a loss to USK Praha on the road 94-85.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 16 points, 5 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals by Aleksa Solevic of Hradec Kralove.

Usti n/Labem - Brno 93-109

The game between Top Four teams took place in Usti nad Labem. 4th placed host Usti n/Labem (17-11) lost to first ranked Brno (21-8) 109-93. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Usti n/Labem. Brno shot 62.9 percent from the field. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. It was an exceptional evening for the former international point guard Viktor Pulpan (191-1996, agency: Octagon Europe) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. The former international center Simon Pursl (205-1997, agency: Octagon Europe) accounted for 19 points (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winning side. American forward Spencer Svejcar (193-1994, college: Alaska-Anch., agency: One Motive Sports) came up with 18 points and 5 assists and Ladislav Pecka (197-1991) added 18 points respectively for Usti n/Labem in the defeat. Five Brno and four Usti n/Labem players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Brno maintains first place with 21-8 record. Usti n/Labem at the other side keeps the fourth position with 11 games lost. Brno will play against Decin (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Usti n/Labem will play against Kolin and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Brno: S.Pursl 19+4reb+3ast, V.Pulpan 19+11reb+5ast, K.Chatman 16+2reb+2ast, B.Richard 16+1reb+3ast, R.Culpepper 13+2reb+5ast, D.Djuricic 11+6reb+1ast
Usti n/Labem: L.Pecka 18+3reb+2ast, S.Svejcar 18+3reb+5ast, M.Dailey 17+1reb+2ast, T.Hicks 11+3reb+2ast, M.Nabelek 9+1reb, D.Johnson 7+2reb+2ast

Decin - Opava 95-90

Rather expected game when 6th ranked Opava (14-15) was defeated on the road by third ranked Decin (19-10) 95-90 on Saturday. Decin looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American guard Ty Nichols (190-1996, college: Keene St., agency: Diamond Sports) fired a double-double by scoring 15 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists for the winners. The former international forward Tomas Pomikalek (200-1989) chipped in 19 points and 8 rebounds. Five Decin players scored in double figures. The former international point guard Jakub Sirina (186-1987, agency: Octagon Europe) produced 23 points and 6 assists and Slovakian power forward Jakub Mokran (200-1999) added 17 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Decin have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain third place with 19-10 record having just four point less than leader Brno. Loser Opava dropped to the seventh position with 15 games lost. Decin will meet at home league's leader Brno in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Opava will play against the league's second-placed Nymburk (#2) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Decin: T.Pomikalek 19+8reb+1ast, M.Svoboda 19+4reb+3ast, J.Bruner 16+3reb, T.Nichols 15+8reb+10ast, A.Walton 14+3reb+10ast, I.Josipovic 10+1reb
Opava: J.Sirina 23+3reb+6ast, J.Mokran 17+6reb+1ast, M.Kvapil 15+2reb, R.Farsky 8+1reb, M.Gniadek 7+7reb+4ast, D.Carl 6+2reb+1ast

Nymburk - Pardubice 87-80

Rather predictable result when second ranked Nymburk (20-9) defeated at home 5th ranked Pardubice (16-12) 87-80 on Saturday. American swingman Eric Lockett (196-1995, college: NC State) fired a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. The former international center Petr Benda (203-1982) chipped in 21 points and 6 rebounds. Lockett is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Nymburk players scored in double figures. Nymburk's coach Ladislav Sokolovsky used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Croatian-Bosnian center Robert Rikic (219-1990, agency: AltusBasket) produced a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds and the former international point guard Tomas Vyoral (192-1992, agency: Octagon Europe) added 21 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for lost side. Defending champion maintains second place with 20-9 record having just five point less than leader Brno. Pardubice lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with 12 games lost. They share it with USK Praha. Nymburk will meet at home Opava (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Pardubice will play against NH Ostrava and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Nymburk: E.Lockett 24+12reb+3ast, P.Benda 21+6reb, O.Sehnal 15+1reb+8ast, M.Kriz 10+3reb+2ast, N.Watson 7+2reb, J.Boeheim 3+2reb
Pardubice: R.Rikic 23+10reb, T.Vyoral 21+5reb+6ast, N.Neal 8+5reb+2ast, M.Colak 6+3reb+2ast, K.Svrdlik 6+5reb+1ast, J.Potocek 5+2reb+1ast

NH Ostrava - Kolin 86-84

The most exciting game of round 7 in the NBL took place in Ostrava. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 7th ranked Kolin (13-15) to eighth ranked NH Ostrava (14-14) 86-84 on Saturday evening. NH Ostrava looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for American forward Sukhmail Mathon (208-1998, college: Boston U.) who led his team to a victory scoring 27 points and 7 rebounds. His fellow American import guard Malik Morgan (193-1994, college: Tulane) helped adding 18 points and 8 assists. At the losing side American guard Rashard Odomes (198-1996, college: Oklahoma) responded with 22 points and 5 rebounds and point guard Ondrej Siska (190-1993) scored 10 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. NH Ostrava moved-up to sixth place. Kolin at the other side dropped to the eighth position with 15 games lost. NH Ostrava are looking forward to face higher ranked Pardubice (#5) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kolin will play against Usti n/Labem and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
NH Ostrava: S.Mathon 27+7reb+1ast, M.Majercak 18+4reb+4ast, M.Morgan 18+2reb+8ast, A.Radukic 12+12reb+1ast, P.Bohacik 6+8reb+1ast, M.Svoboda 3+1reb
Kolin: R.Odomes 22+5reb, A.Ciz 18+1reb+2ast, D.Slavinskas 15+6reb+1ast, O.Siska 10+5reb+7ast, J.Petras 9+4reb, M.Mares 5+3reb

USK Praha - Olomoucko 94-85

Not a big story in a game when 11th ranked Olomoucko (6-22) was defeated on the road by ninth ranked USK Praha (16-12) 94-85 on Saturday. International forward David Bohm (206-2001, college: EWU) fired a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. The former international forward Ondrej Svec (196-2003) chipped in 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Four USK Praha players scored in double figures. American center Jalone Friday (206-1996, college: NM State) produced 13 points and 8 rebounds and the other American import forward Darious Moten (202-1992, college: Mercer) added 15 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. USK Praha have an impressive series of ten victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Pardubice. Loser Olomoucko keeps the eleventh position with 22 games lost. USK Praha will meet bottom-ranked Hradec Kralove (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Olomoucko will play against Slavia in Praha and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
USK Praha: S.Ondrej 22+5reb+4ast, D.Bohm 19+10reb+2ast, M.Okauru 18+7reb+1ast, P.Pipes 17+1reb+2ast, V.Dalibor 8+3reb, F.Fuxa 5+4reb
Olomoucko: D.Moten 15+5reb+1ast, G.Vucicevic 13+3reb+2ast, J.Friday 13+8reb+2ast, F.Halada 11+3reb+1ast, L.Festr 11+1reb+2ast, L.Pipkins 8+3reb+6ast

Hradec Kralove - Slavia 107-87

Bottom-ranked Hradec Kralove managed to get a fifth victory, breaking the series of eleven consecutive losses on Saturday night. This time they outleveled tenth-ranked Slavia 107-87. It's especially surprising that the victory came too easily and 20-point difference suggests that Hradec Kralove is in a good shape to leave the bottom place. They dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Slavia's 40. They outrebounded Slavia 39-26 including 26 on the defensive glass. Hradec Kralove looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Montenegrin center Maksim Sturanovic (210-1988, agency: 011 Sports) fired a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Serbian-Swedish point guard Aleksa Solevic (190-1993, agency: 011 Sports) chipped in 16 points, 5 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. American guard Trevor John (190-1995, college: Drexel) produced 22 points and 6 rebounds and the other American import forward Dantez Walton (198-1997, college: NKU) added 18 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Hradec Kralove maintains twelfth place with 5-23 record. Newly promoted Slavia keeps the tenth position with 19 games lost. Hradec Kralove will meet at home higher ranked USK Praha (#9) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Slavia will play against Olomoucko and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Hradec Kralove: D.Skranc 19+1reb, T.Cavallero 18+5reb+3ast, M.Sturanovic 18+11reb+5ast, A.Solevic 16+5reb+8ast, D.Tomas 10+4reb+1ast, M.Prskalo 9+4reb+2ast
Slavia: T.John 22+6reb+3ast, D.Walton 18+6reb+2ast, A.Dworsky 12+5reb+2ast, K.Martin 10+1reb+2ast, R.Pumprla 8+1reb+2ast, M.Bernath 6+2reb

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DENMARK

Stats Leaders - Basketligaen

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Chris LYKES

Horsens IC
(170-PG-1998)
Avg: 22.3

22.3

21.9

21.3

20.1

19.9

1st Division Round 25: Aalborg defeat Bjerringbro - by Eurobasket News

Vaerlose 2 - Falcon 82-93

An interesting game for Falcon (17-3) which played road game in Vaerlose against 3rd placed Vaerlose 2 (8-10). First ranked Falcon managed to get a 11-point victory 93-82. Falcon have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 17-3 record. Vaerlose 2 lost third consecutive game. They keep the third position with ten games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

Viby - Horsens IC 2 79-76

Important game to mention about took place in Viby. Fifth ranked Viby (4-9) saved a 3-point victory at home edging much higher ranked Horsens IC 2 (12-2) 79-76 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Horsens IC 2. Viby maintains fifth place with 4-9 record. Horsens IC 2 at the other side keeps the second position with two games lost. Viby will play against higher ranked Vejen (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Horsens IC 2 will play against Aalborg and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Skovbakken 2 - Odense 73-64

The game between closely ranked teams ended with sixth ranked Skovbakken 2's (3-11) home victory over 7th ranked Odense (2-13) in Aarhus 73-64 on Sunday. Skovbakken 2 maintains sixth place with 3-11 record. Odense lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with 13 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

Bjerringbro - Aalborg 62-77

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Bjerringbro (13-3) at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Aalborg (9-8) 77-62. It ended at the same time the 11-game winning streak of Bjerringbro. Aalborg maintains fourth place with 9-8 record. Bjerringbro at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. Aalborg are looking forward to face league's second-placed Horsens IC 2 at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Bjerringbro will have a break next round.

Hvidovre - Vaerlose 3 80-55

Rather expected game when 4th placed Vaerlose 3 (4-10) was smashed on the road by first ranked Hvidovre (16-1) 80-55 on Sunday. Hvidovre have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 16-1 record. Loser Vaerlose 3 keeps the fourth position with ten games lost. Hvidovre will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Vaerlose 3 will play against Falcon 2 (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Falcon 2 - Bronshoj 63-81

The game between closely ranked teams ended with third ranked Bronshoj's (6-11) road victory over 4th placed Falcon 2 (4-11) in Copenhagen 81-63 on Sunday. Bronshoj maintains third place with 6-11 record having fourteen points less than leader Bjerringbro. Loser Falcon 2 keeps the fourth position with 11 games lost. Bronshoj will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Falcon 2 will play against Vaerlose 3 (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

BasketLigaen Round 2 (Second Stage): Randers lose to Bakken - by Eurobasket News

There were only 2 rounds played so far and it's still very beginning of the Second Stage in BasketLigaen. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Randers recorded a loss in Aarhus on Thursday night. Visitors were defeated by Bakken 83-71. Bakken outrebounded Randers 47-31 including 34 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was international forward Darko Jukic (199-1990) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. American forward Ryan Evans (202-1990, college: Wisconsin) chipped in 11 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 blocks. American guard Josh Fortune (196-1994, college: Colorado) produced 21 points and 6 rebounds for the guests. Bakken is looking forward to face Naestved on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Randers will play against Svendborg and are hoping to win this game.
Important game to mention about took place in Svendborg. Horsens IC saved a 2-point victory on the road edging Svendborg 93-91 in the game for the fourth place. American guard Christian Keeling (190-1998, college: UNC) orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points and 5 rebounds. Chris Lykes contributed with 26 points for the winners. Horsens IC's coach Lukas Varga allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Jermaine Marrov replied with 25 points and 8 assists for Svendborg. Horsens IC will play against Herlev on the road in the next round. Svendborg will play against Randers and hopes to get back on the winning track.
The game in Vaerlose was also quite interesting. Copenhagen played at the court of Vaerlose. Copenhagen defeated Vaerlose 91-79 on Tuesday. Andrew Ramirez scored 16 points and 9 assists to lead the charge for the winners. Simon Schwartz responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

Rest of the games of round 2 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
BAC was defeated by Amager in Kastrup 89-73. Naestved smashed Herlev at home 101-79. Amager lost to Copenhagen on the opponent's court 86-94. Bottom-ranked Holbaek was outscored by Vaerlose in a home game 62-84.
The best stats of 2nd round was 16 points and 7 rebounds by Mikkel Hauge of Vaerlose.

Svendborg - Horsens IC 91-93

Important game to mention about took place in Svendborg. Horsens IC saved a 2-point victory on the road edging Svendborg 93-91 in the game for the fourth place. American guard Christian Keeling (190-1998, college: UNC) orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points and 5 rebounds. The other American import point guard Chris Lykes (170-1998, college: Arkansas, agency: Green Sports Management) contributed with 26 points for the winners. Horsens IC's coach Lukas Varga allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Jermaine Marrov replied with 25 points and 8 assists and Bahamas forward Kentwan Smith (203-1991, college: Stetson) added 15 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists in the effort for Svendborg. Horsens IC will play against Herlev on the road in the next round. Svendborg will play against Randers and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Svendborg: M.Jermaine 25+1reb+8ast, K.Smith 15+7reb+6ast, B.Bynum 13+6reb+1ast, H.David 12+1reb+1ast, F.Bradley Jr. 8+3reb, D.Whitfield 7+5reb+2ast
Horsens IC: C.Lykes 26+1reb+3ast, C.Keeling 23+5reb+3ast, L.Carlino 14+1ast, V.Borovcanin 9+8reb, K.Bar 7+11reb+3ast, G.Suhr-Jessen 7+2reb+1ast

Amager - BAC 89-73

There was a minor upset in Kastrup where BAC was defeated by Amager 89-73 on Tuesday. Amager forced 19 BAC turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Forward Tomas Bjarkason (204-1999, college: Lewis) had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American guard Mitch Pelissier (190-1997, college: Concordia, IL) chipped in 20 points and 6 assists during the contest. Pelissier is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Amager players scored in double figures. Amager's coach Lars Klussmann used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American center Keane Thomann (211-1989, college: MSSU) responded with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 14 rebounds and forward Gustav Johansen (197-2000) scored 10 points and 5 rebounds. Amager will meet at home Holbaek in the next round. BAC will play against Holbaek and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
BAC: K.Thomann 24+14reb+1ast, J.Gustav 10+5reb+2ast, H.Tobias 9+2reb+3ast, M.Tobias 8+2reb+6ast, B.Malthe 8+2reb+2ast, A.Filip 7+6reb+2ast
Amager: M.Pelissier 20+2reb+6ast, O.Quackenbush 18+3reb+5ast, J.Naughton 18+9reb, T.Bjarkason 15+11reb+5ast, J.Johnson 13+6reb+3ast, S.August 2+1reb

Vaerlose - Copenhagen 79-91

The game in Vaerlose was also quite interesting. Copenhagen played at the court of Vaerlose. Copenhagen defeated Vaerlose 91-79 on Tuesday. Copenhagen looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Spanish guard Andrew Ramirez (188-1997, college: Hartford) scored 16 points and 9 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American center Durell Vinson (201-1985, college: Wagner) chipped in 24 points during the contest. Forward Simon Schwartz (205-2004) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds and guard Adam Heede-Andersen (187-1996, college: St.Cloud St.) scored 15 points. Four Copenhagen and five Vaerlose players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Vaerlose: S.Simon 15+10reb, A.Heede-Andersen 15+3reb+3ast, V.Balsa 13+1reb+4ast, K.Formann 12+5reb+1ast, M.Hauge 10+5reb+2ast, A.Nerlov 8+2reb+1ast
Copenhagen: D.Vinson 24+4reb, A.Ramirez 16+3reb+9ast, B.Serdarevic 16+5reb+2ast, H.Salomon 10+5reb+1ast, B.Sharif 9+1reb, H.Laurits 7+15reb+5ast

Naestved - Herlev 101-79

No shocking result in a game when Naestved smashed at home Herlev 101-79 on Wednesday. Naestved dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Herlev's 44. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. American guard Ian DuBose (193-1999, college: Wake Forest) scored 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import guard Mike McGuirl (189-1998, college: Kansas St.) chipped in 16 points during the contest. Five Naestved players scored in double figures. Point guard Andreas Mortensen (190-2001) responded with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and American forward Eamonn Joyce (208-1997, college: SNHU, agency: One Motive Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Naestved will meet at home Bakken in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Herlev will play against Horsens IC and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Herlev: A.Mortensen 22+5reb+4ast, A.Haas 15+4reb+2ast, E.Joyce 12+14reb, M.Marqus 9+5reb+2ast, M.Nedic 8+2reb+5ast, J.Johan 5+4reb+2ast
Naestved: I.DuBose 16+6reb+4ast, J.Lull 16+5reb, M.McGuirl 16+3reb+3ast, Z.Rollins 15+4reb+2ast, R.Chatman 12+2reb+8ast, M.Poulsen 12+3reb+2ast

Bakken - Randers 83-71

Randers recorded a loss in Aarhus on Thursday night. Visitors were defeated by Bakken 83-71. Bakken outrebounded Randers 47-31 including 34 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was international forward Darko Jukic (199-1990) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. American forward Ryan Evans (202-1990, college: Wisconsin) chipped in 11 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 blocks. Five Bakken players scored in double figures. American guard Josh Fortune (196-1994, college: Colorado) produced 21 points and 6 rebounds and his fellow American import forward Brandon Norfleet (196-1993, college: IUP, agency: Inception Sports) added 16 points, 7 assists and 5 steals respectively for the guests. Bakken is looking forward to face Naestved on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Randers will play against Svendborg and are hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Randers: J.Fortune 21+6reb+3ast, B.Norfleet 16+2reb+7ast, M.Bulow 10+4reb+1ast, B.Camara 8+7reb+3ast, K.Jonathan 7+4reb+5ast, N.Scott 7+5reb
Bakken: E.Childs 21+6reb, S.Flatten 17+3reb+3ast, D.Jukic 15+10reb+7ast, R.Evans 11+9reb+7ast, K.Gustav 10+10reb+4ast, M.Diouf 4+4reb+1ast

Copenhagen - Amager 94-86

Rather expected game when Amager was defeated on the road by Copenhagen 94-86 on Saturday. Copenhagen made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Spanish guard Andrew Ramirez (188-1997, college: Hartford) had a double-double by scoring 12 points, 8 rebounds and 14 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international guard Bakir Serdarevic (193-2000, agency: BIG) chipped in 22 points during the contest. American forward Jordan Naughton (208-1997, college: Wyoming) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 11 rebounds and 4 blocks and his fellow American import guard Jordan Johnson (198-1998, college: Concordia, WI) scored 19 points and 8 rebounds. Four Copenhagen and five Amager players scored in double figures. Copenhagen will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Amager will play against Holbaek and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Amager: J.Naughton 20+11reb+1ast, J.Johnson 19+8reb+3ast, O.Quackenbush 14+1reb+2ast, T.Bjarkason 12+8reb+4ast, M.Pelissier 12+5reb+5ast, M.Bjornaa 4+2reb+1ast
Copenhagen: B.Serdarevic 22+4reb+1ast, H.Salomon 15+2reb, H.Laurits 13+4reb+1ast, A.Ramirez 12+8reb+14ast, I.Bakic 11+1reb+2ast, B.Sharif 11+1reb+1ast

Holbaek - Vaerlose 62-84

Rather predictable result when Vaerlose outscored on the road Holbaek 84-62 on Saturday. Vaerlose forced 19 Holbaek turnovers. The former international guard Mikkel Hauge (192-1999, college: Seattle) scored 16 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and point guard Asbjorn Nerlov (195-1998) chipped in 14 points during the contest. Forward Rasmus Moller (202-2002) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds and guard William Vang (190-2001) scored 8 points and 10 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Vaerlose will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Holbaek will play against Amager in Kastrup and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Holbaek: M.Rasmus 13+10reb+1ast, L.Marius 11+8reb+1ast, D.Magnus 9+5reb, C.Alessandro 8+2ast, V.William 8+10reb+3ast, S.Jack 8+2reb
Vaerlose: M.Hauge 16+7reb+3ast, A.Nerlov 14+1ast, V.Balsa 11+1reb+2ast, I.Silas 10+1reb, K.Formann 8+4reb+1ast, H.Gustav 7+3reb+1ast

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SPB 2023 - Broncos get Kelvin Pena, send Danny Arias and Hector Diaz to Centauros - by Francisco Vega

Broncos-BBC-de-Caracas (SPB) acquired the experienced 42-year old naturalized Dominican shooting guard Kelvin Pena (193cm-1980, college: Southeastern) for the upcoming SPB 2023 season, by trading Danny Arias (193-G/F-1997) and Hector Diaz (192-SG-1992) to Centauros de Portuguesa.
He just played at Centauros.
He represented Venezuela at the Central American and Caribbean Games in Veracruz (Mexico) nine years ago. His team won Gold and his stats at that event were 5 games: 6.2ppg, 2.2rpg, 1.8apg, FGP: 38.5%, 3PT: 31.3%, FT: 66.7%.
He is quite experienced player. Pena has played also professionally in Colombia (Academia), Cyprus, Dominican Republic (Soles, Gregorio Urbano Gilbert, Caneros, Metros and Madre Vieja), France, Spain and Uruguay and Venezuela (Toros and Araguenos). He played in the final of Dominican Republic LNB in 2010 and 2015. Pena was voted to Latinbasket.com Venezuelan LPB All-Imports Team back in 2009 and 2013.
He graduated from Southeastern Community College in 2004 and it is his 19th (!!!) season as a professional player.

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ECBL

Shockers Pull Away In OT for Win Over Bulls - by Eurobasket News

The NOVA Bulls led by Rookie Earnest Jenkins Jr. had 5 players in double figures however it wasn't enough to hold off the Hartford Shockers in Overtime in an entertaining Mid-Atlantic contest that saw multiple lead changes in Gainesville VA. In a defense stand-off, the score at the end of the 1st quarter was 23-23 as both teams were figuring one another out. After exchanging leads with the highest lead going into halftime being Hartford by 7 points, the Shockers went into half time with a 53-50 lead led by Tylon Smith (6'2''-G-1992, college: S.Connecticut, agency: Interperformances), Jr. with 15 points and Saul Phiri (6'4''-G-1997, college: La Salle) with 11. The Bulls were led by Earnest Jenkins Jr. with 10 points and fellow 1st year player Julian Washington with 9 points. The Shockers jumped out on an 11-0 run to start the 3rd to push the lead up 14 before the Bulls turned up the intensity defensively to bring the lead back to down to 7 going into the final stanza. The Bulls took the lead half way into the 4th quarter led by 10 straight points by 6'6" Swingman Jonathan Sula (F). Both teams had a chance to ice the game near the end of regulation. Off a Shockers miss, Jerry Carter (16 points, 8 rebs) received the ball with 27 seconds left, used a high ball screen and narrowly missed a go ahead 3 pointer with 11 seconds to go. The rebound was secured by Shockers big man Chase Danielson (6'2''-G) who passed the ball up to Mike Mallory whose 3 at the buzzer was wide left. In overtime it was 2 big three pointers from reserve Shockers guard Scottie Dulaire and a number of timely rebounds that secured the victory for the Shockers.
Courtesy of: ECBL

Zombies Move to 2-0 with Win over Red Rose - by Eurobasket News

The depth and size of the 2023 Western Mass Zombies' roster was on full display Saturday night, as a dozen players scored in a 126-109 victory over the Red Rose Thunder in East Coast Basketball League Mid-Atlantic Conference action at the South End Community Center. Five Zombies scored in double figures, paced by newcomer Ty Flowers, who followed up his 32-point debut effort last week with 30 points Saturday, including a half-dozen 3-pointers. He also grabbed 18 rebounds. Kuran Iverson (6'9''-PF-1995, college: URI) scored 28 points, while co-captain Robby Jones (5'10''-PG, college: Westfield St.) netted 15 points, many created in transition after tenacious defense. Chris Baldwin (6'9''-F) of Springfield tallied 13 points, while Terrance Thompson (5'9''-PG, college: New England C.) canned 10, all in the fourth quarter. Western Mass jumped to a 20-point advantage over the visitors from Pennsylvania in the first quarter, ending the first 12 minutes with a 33-18 lead. The Thunder trimmed the deficit to 13 at 63-50 heading into intermission. The Zombies quickly got back into high gear offensively after halftime, opening up an 89-70 margin by the end of the third quarter. In the final period, Red Rose did not get back within 20 until the final minute. Chris Bailey of the Thunder took game scoring honors with 33 points. Western Mass (2-0) takes to the road for the first time Saturday, traveling about 30 miles south to face the rival Hartford Shockers. Game time is slated for 5 p.m. at East Catholic High School in Manchester.
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Pirates Knock off Magic In Home Opener - by Eurobasket News

The Coastal Elite Pirates hosted the Garden City Magic Sunday in their home opener. The Pirates started out strong & never looked back and cruised to a 123-107 win over the Magic. It was a great team effort with multiple pirates scoring in double figures with Darius Lee (6'8''-G-1998) leading the way with 25 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals. Jake Brownlee scored 19 points for the winner and Nigel Chaney (6'2''-G-1998, college: Voorhees) and Karon Wright (6'0''-PG) combined for 26 with each scoring 13. The overall game high was by Chris Jones of the Garden City Magic who finished with 26. Come catch your Pirates back in action this weekend with a double header against the Florence Wildcats on 3/18 and the Carolina Thunder on 3/19 Game details to be announced!
Courtesy of: ECBL

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EL SALVADOR

Liga Premier Standings

Liga MB Apertura Standings

Regular Season: Round 1

Sep. 4: Santiagueno - Chalchuapa
Sep. 5: Chalchuapa - Metapan
Sep. 3: Brujos - Santa Tecla
Sep. 3: Metapan - San Salvador
Sep. 5: Cojute - San Salvador
Sep. 4: Nejapa - Cojute
Sep. 4: Santa Ana - Quezaltepeque
Mar. 13: Santiagueno - Cojute
Mar. 14: Chalchuapa - Santa Ana
Mar. 14: Metapan - Quezaltepeque
Mar. 15: Santa Tecla - Fantasmas
Mar. 15: San Salvador - Cojute
Mar. 16: Quezaltepeque - Chalchuapa
Mar. 16: Brujos - Santa Ana
Mar. 17: San Salvador - Santiagueno
Mar. 18: Cojute - Chalchuapa
Mar. 18: Fantasmas - Brujos
Mar. 19: Quezaltepeque - San Salvador
Mar. 19: Santa Ana - Metapan
Mar. 19: Santiagueno - Quezaltepeque

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EUROLEAGUE

Andrew Andrews leaves Panathinaikos - by Eurobasket News

29-year old American 188cm point guard Andrew Andrews (college: Washington) left Panathinaikos-OPAP-Athens (GBL). In two games he averaged 4.5ppg, 1.5rpg and 1.0apg this season. Andrews also played 4 games in Euroleague where he had 8.3ppg, 1.5rpg and 1.8apg.
He has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2016.
Andrews is a very experienced player. He has played also professionally in Israel (Next Urban Maccabi Haifa and Hapoel Afula), Latvia (VEF Riga), Turkey (Dacka, Best Balikesir, Bursaspor and Buyukcekmece), NBA (Charlotte Hornets) and NBA G League (Delaware Blue Coats). His team made it to the Greek final in 2023. Andrews was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Turkish League Honorable Mention in 2020 and 2022.
He graduated from University of Washington in 2016 and it is his seventh season in pro basketball.

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EUROPEAN NORTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Results and Stats from Round 1 of Quarter-Finals - by Eurobasket News

King - Prishtina 64-64

Start outrebounded Ironi Nes-Ziona 41-29 including 30 on the defensive glass. American players dominated the game. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Scoochie Smith (188-1994, college: Dayton) who helped to win the game recording 17 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Forward Cleveland Melvin (203-1991, college: DePaul) contributed with 22 points for the winners. Forward Tyler Bey (201-1998, college: Colorado, agency: Agency) answered with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds for Ironi Nes-Ziona.
Swingman Bogdan Bliznyuk (198-1995, college: EWU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and Archie Goodwin chipped in 18 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. At the losing side American guard Ahmad Caver (188-1996, college: ODU) responded with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Wolves' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help.
Both Gach nailed 19 points for the winning side. Prishtina's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Andrzej Mazurczak came up with 9 points and 10 assists for Wilki Morskie in the defeat.

In the last game of round 1 Stal was beaten by Zastal on the road 97-94.
The most impressive performance of 1st round was 27 points and 13 assists by Bryce Alford of Zastal.

Wolves - Budivelnyk 80-83

Swingman Bogdan Bliznyuk (198-1995, college: EWU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and American guard Archie Goodwin (196-1994, college: Kentucky) chipped in 18 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Budivelnyk players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Ahmad Caver (188-1996, college: ODU) responded with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import center Eric Buckner (208-1990, college: Georgia St.) scored 22 points and 6 rebounds (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field). Wolves' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
Budivelnyk: B.Bliznyuk 20+11reb+4ast, A.Goodwin 18+7reb+5ast, J.Grant 14+10reb+2ast, J.Berhanemeskel 11+3reb+5ast, V.Bobrov 10+1reb+2ast, A.Brown 5+7reb
Wolves: A.Caver 24+5reb+4ast, E.Buckner 22+6reb, A.Juskevicius 8+2reb+7ast, K.Zemaitis 7+4reb+1ast, M.Delia 7+4reb+1ast, R.Miniotas 4+7reb+1ast

I.Ness Ziona - Start 77-90

Start outrebounded Ironi Nes-Ziona 41-29 including 30 on the defensive glass. American players dominated the game. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Scoochie Smith (188-1994, college: Dayton) who helped to win the game recording 17 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Forward Cleveland Melvin (203-1991, college: DePaul) contributed with 22 points for the winners. Five Start players scored in double figures. Forward Tyler Bey (201-1998, college: Colorado, agency: Agency) answered with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds and guard Shaq Buchanan (190-1997, college: Murray St.) added 15 points in the effort for Ironi Nes-Ziona.
Top scorers:
Start: C.Melvin 22+4reb, S.Smith 17+7reb+6ast, T.Barnies 16+2reb+2ast, K.Cavars 12+8reb, G.DeVoe 11+7reb+5ast, K.Mlynarski 5+3reb+1ast
I.Ness Ziona: T.Bey 28+11reb, S.Buchanan 15+2reb+1ast, J.Meyinsse 14+3reb+1ast, D.Cooper 5+1reb+11ast, R.Harrell Jr. 4+6reb+2ast, R.Adam 3+2reb

Zastal - Stal 97-94

Enea Zastal looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists. American Bryce Alford (190-1994, college: UCLA, agency: Octagon Europe) nailed a double-double by scoring 27 points and 13 assists for the winning side and swingman Przemyslaw Zolnierewicz (196-1995) accounted for 20 points and 7 assists. Latvian guard Aigars Skele (193-1992) came up with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 7 rebounds and 19 assists and Montenegrin Nemanja Djurisic (202-1992, college: Georgia) added 17 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Stal in the defeat. Four Enea Zastal and five Stal players scored in double figures. Stal's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eighteen players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game.
Top scorers:
Zastal: B.Alford 27+3reb+13ast, P.Zolnierewicz 20+1reb+7ast, A.Hadzibegovic 17+6reb+3ast, A.Zecevic 11+8reb+3ast, P.Michal 7+3reb+2ast, S.Wojcik 6+1ast
Stal: N.Djurisic 17+5reb+3ast, A.Skele 16+7reb+19ast, A.Thomas 14+3reb+1ast, O.Silins 13+4reb+2ast, D.Kulig 12+7reb+3ast, J.Garbacz 10+1reb+1ast

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FINLAND

Stats Leaders - Division I

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Deontaye BUSKEY

Huima
(185-G-)
Avg: 27.2

27.2

27.0

26.8

25.9

25.4

1st Division B Round 21: Leppavaaran P. defeat JyWe - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked JyWe (15-6) in Pyrinto on Sunday night. Visitors were defeated by twelfth ranked Leppavaaran P. (8-13) 76-70. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of JyWe. The hosts trailed by 6 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 2-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 76-70. It was a good game for forward Matias Rissanen (200-2003) who led his team to a victory with 19 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Eetu Villa (198-1999, college: Roosevelt) contributed with 12 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Leppavaaran P.'s coach Nigel Moore used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Kalle Koivunen (190-2002) answered with 36 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds for JyWe. Leppavaaran P. maintains twelfth place with 8-13 record. JyWe at the other side still keeps top position with six games lost. They share it with PuHu Juniorit. Leppavaaran P. are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Karkkila (#16) at home in the next round. JyWe will play against HyPo (#4) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Important game to mention about took place in Helsinki. Sixth ranked Raholan P. (13-8) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging 7th ranked Pantterit (11-9) 82-79 on Sunday evening. American guard David Gonzalvez (193-1987, college: Richmond) stepped up with a triple-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) for the winners and Angel Mavrodiev chipped in 19 points and 8 rebounds. Raholan P.'s coach Juho Jaakkola allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. The best for the losing side was center Gezim Bajrami (207-2003) with 27 points and 5 rebounds. Raholan P. have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Ura Basket. Pantterit lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with nine games lost. Raholan P. will play against Westside ET (#13) in Espoo in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Pantterit will play on the road against PeU-Basket (#3) in Pernio and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Worth to mention about the upset in a game between Ura Basket (13-8) and Pyrinto Ak.B (8-11), which took place in Tampere. 4th placed Ura Basket lost to eleventh ranked Pyrinto Ak.B in a road game 71-77 on Thursday. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Ura Basket. Jori Pukkila nailed 18 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side. Joona Forsstrom came up with 13 points and 8 rebounds for Ura Basket in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Pyrinto Ak.B maintains eleventh place with 8-11 record. Loser Ura Basket dropped to the fifth position with eight games lost. They share it with Raholan P.. Pyrinto Ak.B will meet higher ranked Kataja Ta. (#7) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Ura Basket will play against Team Pajulahti and hope to secure a win.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 21: Team Pajulahti beat LrNMKY on the road 84-73. PuHu Juniorit destroyed Korinokia on its own court 105-64. PeU-Basket managed to outperform Karkkila in Pernio 85-70. MuKi recorded a loss to Kataja Ta. at home 73-91. HyPo crushed Westside ET on the opponent's court 97-66.
The most impressive performance of 21th round was 26 points and 6 rebounds by Arinze Obiora of HyPo.

LrNMKY - Team Pajulahti 73-84

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when tenth ranked Team Pajulahti (9-12) beat 9th ranked LrNMKY (10-11) in Lappeenranta 84-73 on Thursday. The guests trailed by 2 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 2-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 84-73. Team Pajulahti outrebounded LrNMKY 54-24 including a 20-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. Guard Ville Tolonen (192-2003) nailed a double-double by scoring 14 points, 9 rebounds and 10 assists for the winning side and center Eetu Lahdetniemi (206) accounted for 17 points and 13 rebounds. American Vernon Payne (203, college: IU Southeast) came up with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import point guard Aubrey Conerly (183-1983, college: Jacksonville) added 18 points and 4 assists respectively for LrNMKY in the defeat. Five Team Pajulahti and four LrNMKY players scored in double figures. LrNMKY's coach Aubrey Conerly rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Team Pajulahti maintains tenth place with 9-12 record. Loser LrNMKY keeps the ninth position with 11 games lost. Team Pajulahti will meet higher ranked Ura Basket (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. LrNMKY will play against the league's second-placed PuHu Juniorit (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
LrNMKY: K.Otso 19+2reb+2ast, A.Conerly 18+2reb+4ast, V.Payne 13+11reb+4ast, M.Yonis 11+7reb+5ast, A.Valtonen 6+1reb+1ast, V.Aleksi 4
Team Pajulahti: E.Lahdetniemi 17+13reb+1ast, T.Ville 14+9reb+10ast, P.Veeti 14+2reb, T.Tiitus 14+8reb, K.Pyry 11+7reb+1ast, M.Laitinen 10+6reb

Pyrinto Ak.B - Ura Basket 77-71

Worth to mention about the upset in a game between Ura Basket (13-8) and Pyrinto Ak.B (8-11), which took place in Tampere. 4th placed Ura Basket lost to eleventh ranked Pyrinto Ak.B in a road game 71-77 on Thursday. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Ura Basket. The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Ura Basket won third quarter 21-19. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Pyrinto Ak.B looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Guard Jori Pukkila (187) nailed 18 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and guard Oiva Pollanen (190-2003) accounted for 14 points. Joona Forsstrom (196-1995) came up with 13 points and 8 rebounds and guard Emil Komusaari (188-2000) added 12 points and 4 assists respectively for Ura Basket in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Pyrinto Ak.B maintains eleventh place with 8-11 record. Loser Ura Basket dropped to the fifth position with eight games lost. They share it with Raholan P.. Pyrinto Ak.B will meet higher ranked Kataja Ta. (#7) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Ura Basket will play against Team Pajulahti and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ura Basket: H.Lauri 16+2reb+1ast, J.Forsstrom 13+8reb+3ast, K.Emil 12+3reb+4ast, S.Diaz Elias 9+3reb+2ast, M.Suomi 7+5reb+1ast, T.Ritanotko 4+9reb
Pyrinto Ak.B: P.Jori 18+7reb+3ast, P.Oiva 14+4reb+1ast, S.Topias 11+4reb, E.Emil 11+1ast, M.Nurmi 8+5reb+1ast, N.Eemeli 5+3reb+5ast

PuHu Juniorit - Korinokia 105-64

Very expected game when 15th ranked Korinokia (6-15) was smashed by second ranked PuHu Juniorit (15-6) in Vantaa 105-64 on Friday. The game without a history. PuHu Juniorit led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Korinokia's 44. PuHu Juniorit forced 21 Korinokia turnovers and outrebounded them 51-37 including 17 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Korinokia's players. Forward Aku Valimaki (194-2001) nailed a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and guard Jouko Jarvinen (192) accounted for 19 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Five PuHu Juniorit players scored in double figures. PuHu Juniorit's coach Mikko Larkas felt very confident that he used 11 players saving starting five for next games. American forward Ryan Batte (198, college: Thomas More) came up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 15 rebounds and point guard Veikka-Santeri Hiekkataipale (188-2003) added 14 points and 7 assists respectively for Korinokia in the defeat. PuHu Juniorit used an opportunity after JyWe lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Newly promoted Korinokia keeps the fifteenth place with 15 games lost. PuHu Juniorit will meet LrNMKY (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Korinokia will play against MuKi (#14) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Korinokia: R.Batte 22+15reb+1ast, H.Veikka-Santeri 14+1reb+7ast, P.Mikael 13+6reb, H.Joona 7+5reb, H.Nooa 4+5reb+1ast, K.Anssi 4+3reb
PuHu Juniorit: V.Aku 21+11reb+5ast, J.Jarvinen 19+11reb+5ast, N.Juntunen 15+2reb+6ast, R.Tony 11+8reb+2ast, V.Leino 11+7reb+1ast, V.Samuel 10+1reb

Karkkila - PeU-Basket 70-85

Very predictable result when third ranked PeU-Basket (14-7) won against on the road bottom-ranked Karkkila (5-16) 85-70 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by PeU-Basket. Karkkila managed to win fourth quarter 23-19. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. PeU-Basket looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American guard Ladavius Draine (193, college: Tulsa) nailed a double-double by scoring 14 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side and forward Onni Makynen (198-2004) accounted for 21 points. Four PeU-Basket players scored in double figures. Canadian forward Jake Newman (198-1994, college: Victoria) came up with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds and guard Niilo Tammi (188-2002) added 18 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals respectively for Karkkila in the defeat. PeU-Basket maintains third place with 14-7 record behind leader JyWe, which they share with HyPo. Karkkila lost their third game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 16 games lost. PeU-Basket will meet at home Pantterit (#8) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Karkkila will play against Leppavaaran P. (#12) in Pyrinto and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Karkkila: T.Niilo 18+5reb+4ast, J.Newman 17+11reb+1ast, E.Laaksonen 14+7reb, D.Patterson 8+3reb, M.Visakko 5+1reb+2ast, K.Nestori 5+7reb+1ast
PeU-Basket: M.Onni 21+4reb+3ast, L.Draine 14+14reb+6ast, L.Taneli 13+4reb+2ast, M.Kalle 12+6reb+1ast, J.Tuukka 9+2reb+5ast, V.Wiljami 7+2reb

Pantterit - Raholan P. 79-82

Important game to mention about took place in Helsinki. Sixth ranked Raholan P. (13-8) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging 7th ranked Pantterit (11-9) 82-79 on Sunday evening. It looked good early as Pantterit took a 3-point small lead at the end of first quarter. But then Raholan P. had a 32-23 second period charge getting the lead and Pantterit was not able to take back game control losing it eventually 79-82. They outrebounded Pantterit 38-26 including a 29-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Pantterit was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. American guard David Gonzalvez (193-1987, college: Richmond) stepped up with a triple-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) for the winners and Bulgarian guard Angel Mavrodiev (183-1991) chipped in 19 points and 8 rebounds. Raholan P.'s coach Juho Jaakkola allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. The best for the losing side was center Gezim Bajrami (207-2003) with 27 points and 5 rebounds and forward Eshaq Safi (205-1996) scored 16 points and 9 rebounds. Four Pantterit players scored in double figures. Raholan P. have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Ura Basket. Pantterit lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with nine games lost. Raholan P. will play against Westside ET (#13) in Espoo in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Pantterit will play on the road against PeU-Basket (#3) in Pernio and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Pantterit: B.Gezim 27+5reb+1ast, M.Vaano 16+2reb+3ast, E.Safi 16+9reb+1ast, M.Bailey-Henry Jr. 11+1ast, K.Veikka 5+3reb+7ast, K.Straih 2+2reb+1ast
Raholan P.: D.Gonzalvez 25+10reb+12ast, O.Kanerva 19+6reb, A.Mavrodiev 19+8reb+1ast, V.Markus 6+3reb, K.Miro 4+4reb+3ast, O.Koski 4+1reb+1ast

Leppavaaran P. - JyWe 76-70

The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked JyWe (15-6) in Pyrinto on Sunday night. Visitors were defeated by twelfth ranked Leppavaaran P. (8-13) 76-70. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of JyWe. The hosts trailed by 6 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 2-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 76-70. It was a good game for forward Matias Rissanen (200-2003) who led his team to a victory with 19 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Eetu Villa (198-1999, college: Roosevelt) contributed with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Leppavaaran P.'s coach Nigel Moore used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Kalle Koivunen (190-2002) answered with 36 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds and point guard Tuomas Flinck (182) added 7 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists in the effort for JyWe. Leppavaaran P. maintains twelfth place with 8-13 record. JyWe at the other side still keeps top position with six games lost. They share it with PuHu Juniorit. Leppavaaran P. are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Karkkila (#16) at home in the next round. JyWe will play against HyPo (#4) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
JyWe: K.Kalle 36+7reb+3ast, T.Luojus 14+3reb+2ast, J.Tiittanen 8+4reb, T.Flinck 7+12reb+11ast, M.Markus 5+4reb, H.Teemu 0+8reb+2ast
Leppavaaran P.: R.Matias 19+5reb+2ast, K.Riku 14+5reb+2ast, E.Villa 12+10reb+2ast, M.Samppa 9+6reb+5ast, I.Kerminen 8+5reb, S.Akseli 7+5reb+1ast

MuKi - Kataja Ta. 73-91

Not a big story in a game when 14th ranked MuKi (6-14) lost to eighth ranked Kataja Ta. (12-9) in Helsinki 73-91 on Sunday. The game without a history. Kataja Ta. led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to MuKi's 46. They outrebounded MuKi 40-28 including a 30-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Kataja Ta. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American forward Camron Reece (201, college: Talladega) nailed a double-double by scoring 44 points (!!!) and 19 rebounds for the winning side and guard Otto Frilander (186-2002) accounted for 16 points and 7 rebounds. Center Alexander Aglassinger (198-2001) came up with 23 points and 8 rebounds and guard Robin Avist (191-2000) added 13 points, 6 assists and 4 steals respectively for MuKi in the defeat. MuKi's coach Enzo Kaminen rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Kataja Ta. moved-up to seventh place. Loser MuKi keeps the fourteenth position with 14 games lost. Kataja Ta. will meet at home Pyrinto Ak.B (#11) in the next round. MuKi will play against Korinokia in Nokia and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
MuKi: A.Aglassinger 23+8reb+2ast, K.Nikolas 16+2reb+3ast, R.Avist 13+3reb+6ast, V.Riku 8+1reb, P.Noah 4+2reb, V.Tomi 3+3reb+3ast
Kataja Ta.: C.Reece 44+19reb+2ast, F.Otto 16+7reb+2ast, M.Veikka 11+6reb+5ast, S.Ruskio 9+2reb+1ast, E.Verneri 4+2reb+4ast, K.Tatu 3+1reb+1ast

Westside ET - HyPo 66-97

Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked HyPo (14-7) outplayed 13th ranked Westside ET (7-14) in Espoo 97-66 on Sunday. The game without a history. HyPo led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They also forced 29 Westside ET turnovers. American forward Arinze Obiora (196-1997, college: UMass Dartmouth) nailed 26 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side and point guard Roy Hinkkanen (182-1997) accounted for 17 points and 4 steals. Obiora is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four HyPo players scored in double figures. HyPo's coach Janne Hartikainen felt very confident that he used 10 players saving starting five for next games. Point guard Leo Fajardo (175-2000) came up with 18 points, 6 assists and 4 steals and Ghanian guard Woeyram Bani (184-2001) added 17 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Westside ET in the defeat. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for HyPo. They moved-up to third place, which they share with PeU-Basket. Westside ET lost their third game in a row. They keep the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. HyPo will meet at home league's leader JyWe in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Westside ET will play against Raholan P. (#6) in Tampere and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Westside ET: F.Leo 18+3reb+6ast, B.Woeyram 17+9reb, F.Zumon 10+5reb+1ast, T.Teemu 8+6reb, M.Manyin 8+5reb, L.Tatu 3+3reb+1ast
HyPo: A.Obiora 26+6reb+1ast, R.Hinkkanen 17+4reb+2ast, P.Hinkkanen 16+1reb+2ast, H.Niko 13+1ast, V.Jimi 8+5reb+2ast, M.Miio 7+1reb+2ast

1st Division A Round 21: HBA-Marsky is defeated by ToPo Juniorit in a derby game - by Eurobasket News

There will be only one (last) round of the Regular Season in 1st Division A. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Helsinki: ToPo Juniorit (#5) and HBA-Marsky (#8). HBA-Marsky was defeated at home 79-83 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. The guests trailed by 5 points at the halftime before their 46-37 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. ToPo Juniorit looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Forward Eldar Skamo (198-1986) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners and guard Leo Nordberg (185-2004) chipped in 30 points. The best for the losing side was center Topias Jokela (204-2004) with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds. HBA-Marsky's coach Hanno Mottola rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. ToPo Juniorit maintains fifth place with 12-9 record. HBA-Marsky at the other side keeps the eighth position with 12 games lost. ToPo Juniorit are looking forward to face higher ranked Kipina (#3) in Aanekoski in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. HBA-Marsky will play on the road against Oulun Bball (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Huima (14-7) against tenth ranked Raiders Basket (8-13) on Friday night. Visiting Huima was defeated by Raiders Basket in a tough game in Jarvenpaa 91-98. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Huima. Americans were the main players on the court. Forward Devaughn Jenkins (201-1995, college: Angelo St.) nailed a double-double by scoring 25 points and 15 rebounds for the winning side and Jordan Perkins accounted for 17 points, 5 rebounds and 12 assists. Raiders Basket's coach Besim Maxhuni allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Guard Zach Naylor (203, college: Tarleton St.) came up with a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!), 18 rebounds and 9 assists for Huima in the defeat. Raiders Basket have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Oulun Bball. Huima at the other side keeps the third position with seven games lost. They share it with Kipina. Raiders Basket will play against higher ranked HNMKY (#6) in Helsinki in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Huima will play at home against the league's leader Bisons where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Bottom-ranked Kouvot Ak. managed to get a fifth victory, breaking the series of twelve consecutive losses on Sunday night. This time they won against sixth-ranked HNMKY in Kouvola 97-91. The best player for the winners was Aarni Korkiatupa who had a double-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was Lenni Hervola who recorded 31 points and 4 assists. Kouvot Ak. (5-16) moved-up to eleventh place. HNMKY lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with ten games lost. Kouvot Ak. will meet bottom-ranked Kristika Turku (#12) in the next round. HNMKY will play against Raiders Basket (#10) and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 21: Raiders Basket destroyed Kouvot Ak. on the opponent's court 104-83. Jyvaskyla BA managed to outperform Oulun Bball in a home game 99-92. Pyrinto Ak.A recorded a loss to Bisons on the road 85-76. Kipina defeated Kristika Turku on its own court 106-91.

Kouvot Ak. - Raiders Basket 83-104

Rather expected game in Kouvola where 12th ranked Kouvot Ak. (5-16) was crushed by tenth ranked Raiders Basket (8-13) 104-83 on Wednesday. The game was mostly controlled by Raiders Basket. Kouvot Ak. managed to win fourth quarter 27-18. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Raiders Basket dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Kouvot Ak.'s 48. The best player for the winners was American forward Devaughn Jenkins (201-1995, college: Angelo St.) who had a double-double by scoring 29 points and 22 rebounds. His fellow American import guard Jordan Perkins (185-1998, college: Longwood) chipped in a double-double by scoring 29 points, 8 rebounds and 13 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Teemu Kristeri (195-2002) who recorded a double-double by scoring 40 points (!!!), 18 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Sakari Turklin (182-2000) added 14 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Raiders Basket have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Oulun Bball. Kouvot Ak. lost twelfth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh position with 16 games lost. Raiders Basket will meet higher ranked HNMKY (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kouvot Ak. will play against Kristika Turku (#12) in Turun and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Raiders Basket: J.Perkins 29+8reb+13ast, D.Jenkins 29+22reb+1ast, S.Saari 21+2reb+1ast, K.Teemu 8+1ast, P.Mikael 6+4reb+1ast, M.Ojala 4+4reb
Kouvot Ak.: K.Teemu 40+18reb+4ast, T.Sakari 14+7reb+1ast, O.Kaijansinkko 11+7reb, L.Atte 8+1reb+2ast, E.Patrik 7+3reb+1ast, H.Onni 3+2reb

Jyvaskyla BA - Oulun Bball 99-92

Very predictable result when third ranked Jyvaskyla BA (15-6) defeated at home 9th ranked Oulun Bball (8-13) 99-92 on Thursday. The hosts trailed by 9 points at the halftime before their 38-17 charge in the third quarter, which allowed them to win the game. Strangely Oulun Bball outrebounded Jyvaskyla BA 43-26 including 28 on the defensive glass. They shot the lights out from three sinking 18 long-distance shots on high 52.9 percentage. Jyvaskyla BA looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was point guard Eino Montin (185-2003) who scored 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Kalle Koivunen (190-2002) chipped in 22 points. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Tai Bibbs (191, college: Howard) who recorded 24 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and the other American import guard James Baker Jr (201, college: UNCW, agency: GoEmpire Group) added 15 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists respectively. Four Jyvaskyla BA and five Oulun Bball players scored in double figures. Jyvaskyla BA moved-up to second place. Loser Oulun Bball keeps the ninth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Raiders Basket. Jyvaskyla BA will meet Pyrinto Ak.A (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Oulun Bball will play against HBA-Marsky and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Jyvaskyla BA: K.Kalle 22+4reb, K.Oliver 20+2ast, M.Eino 18+6reb+4ast, T.Kuukkanen 15+3ast, S.Juuso 7+6reb+6ast, M.Markus 7+4reb
Oulun Bball: T.Bibbs 24+8reb+6ast, L.Daniel 18, K.Miro 18+2reb+2ast, J.Baker Jr. 15+12reb+6ast, D.Williams 13+15reb+1ast, R.Johannes 2+2reb

HBA-Marsky - ToPo Juniorit 79-83

The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Helsinki: ToPo Juniorit (#5) and HBA-Marsky (#8). HBA-Marsky was defeated at home 79-83 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. The guests trailed by 5 points at the halftime before their 46-37 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. ToPo Juniorit looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Forward Eldar Skamo (198-1986) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners and guard Leo Nordberg (185-2004) chipped in 30 points. The best for the losing side was center Topias Jokela (204-2004) with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds and guard Morris Ugusuk (189-2004) scored 18 points and 6 rebounds. Four HBA-Marsky players scored in double figures. HBA-Marsky's coach Hanno Mottola rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. ToPo Juniorit maintains fifth place with 12-9 record. HBA-Marsky at the other side keeps the eighth position with 12 games lost. ToPo Juniorit are looking forward to face higher ranked Kipina (#3) in Aanekoski in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. HBA-Marsky will play on the road against Oulun Bball (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
ToPo Juniorit: N.Leo 30+3reb+3ast, E.Skamo 21+11reb+8ast, V.Wuorenjuuri 10+1reb+5ast, M.Van Andringa 9+6reb+2ast, E.Sahlberg 7+1ast, I.Sirola 4+4reb+1ast
HBA-Marsky: U.Morris 18+6reb+3ast, V.Viljami 16+3reb+5ast, J.Topias 15+10reb+3ast, K.Ville 12+3reb, T.Jelani 10+2reb+1ast, M.Erik 6+8reb

Raiders Basket - Huima 98-91

Very important is a road loss of third ranked Huima (14-7) against tenth ranked Raiders Basket (8-13) on Friday night. Visiting Huima was defeated by Raiders Basket in a tough game in Jarvenpaa 91-98. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Huima. The hosts were tied after three quarters but managed to speed up in last quarter eventually winning the game. They outrebounded Huima 49-34 including 34 on the defensive glass. Raiders Basket players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. Americans were the main players on the court. Forward Devaughn Jenkins (201-1995, college: Angelo St.) nailed a double-double by scoring 25 points and 15 rebounds for the winning side and guard Jordan Perkins (185-1998, college: Longwood) accounted for 17 points, 5 rebounds and 12 assists. Four Raiders Basket players scored in double figures. Raiders Basket's coach Besim Maxhuni allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Guard Zach Naylor (203, college: Tarleton St.) came up with a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!), 18 rebounds and 9 assists and guard Deontaye Buskey (185, college: Charleston So.) added 27 points respectively for Huima in the defeat. Raiders Basket have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Oulun Bball. Huima at the other side keeps the third position with seven games lost. They share it with Kipina. Raiders Basket will play against higher ranked HNMKY (#6) in Helsinki in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Huima will play at home against the league's leader Bisons where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Raiders Basket: D.Jenkins 25+15reb+1ast, J.Perkins 17+5reb+12ast, E.Ossi 13+6reb+6ast, M.Ojala 13+10reb, S.Saari 11+2reb+1ast, T.Soininen 9+6reb+2ast
Huima: Z.Naylor 35+18reb+9ast, D.Buskey 27+2reb+3ast, S.Abokar 17+8reb+3ast, S.Mantynen 7+1reb, J.Veeti 3+1reb+4ast, J.Lasarov 2+4reb+1ast

Bisons - Pyrinto Ak.A 85-76

Not a big story in a game in Loimaa where 7th ranked Pyrinto Ak.A (9-12) was defeated by first ranked Bisons (17-4) 85-76 on Sunday. The hosts trailed by 3 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 7-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 85-76. Bisons had a 32-20 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was Canadian point guard Tevaun Kokko (182, college: TMU) who scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. Center Aapeli Syrjamaki (214) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds. Bisons' coach Darko Mihajlovic 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 guard Kion Williams (187-2003) who recorded a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and guard Jori Pukkila (187) added 11 points respectively. Four Pyrinto Ak.A players scored in double figures. Bisons maintains first place with 17-4 record. Loser Pyrinto Ak.A keeps the seventh position with 12 games lost. Bisons will meet Huima (#4) in the next round. Pyrinto Ak.A will play against the league's second-placed Jyvaskyla BA and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bisons: T.Kokko 18+5reb+3ast, A.Syrjamaki 14+6reb, J.Roberts 12+5reb+2ast, V.Heinonen 9+6reb+3ast, L.Rucklin 9+3reb+8ast, S.Tahvanainen 8+5reb
Pyrinto Ak.A: W.Kion 17+11reb+4ast, A.Roni 12+1reb+1ast, P.Jori 11+2reb+2ast, K.Pyry 10+2reb+1ast, K.Prokopenko 7+5reb, P.Arttu 6+6reb+2ast

Kipina - Kristika Turku 106-91

Everything went according to plan in Aanekoski where fourth ranked Kipina (14-7) beat bottom-ranked Kristika Turku (4-16) 106-91 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by Kipina. Kristika Turku managed to win second period 22-19. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Kipina dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Kristika Turku's 38. Kipina forced 23 Kristika Turku turnovers and had a 16-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Chris Paul (199, college: St.Anselm) who had a triple-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists. His fellow American import guard Brian Cameron (188-1997, college: Wesley) chipped in 28 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists and 8 steals. Cameron is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Kipina's coach Joni Hautsalo 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 swingman Teemu Sulonen (188-1994) who recorded 28 points and 7 assists and swingman Lauri Tuomela (192-1994) added 14 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Kipina have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Huima. Kristika Turku lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the bottom position with 16 games lost. Kipina will meet ToPo Juniorit (#5) in the next round. Kristika Turku will play against Kouvot Ak. (#11) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Kipina: B.Cameron 28+8reb+8ast, A.Davis 27+10reb+2ast, C.Paul 25+10reb+12ast, S.Marouf 15+2reb+2ast, V.Ville 6+4reb+1ast, S.Salmenkivi 3+5reb
Kristika Turku: T.Sulonen 28+4reb+7ast, T.Lauri 14+9reb+6ast, V.Hanninen 13+4reb+5ast, N.Wille 13+4reb+1ast, A.Haikonen 8+4reb+2ast, H.Veeti 6+1ast

Kouvot Ak. - HNMKY 97-91

Bottom-ranked Kouvot Ak. managed to get a fifth victory, breaking the series of twelve consecutive losses on Sunday night. This time they won against sixth-ranked HNMKY in Kouvola 97-91. The hosts trailed by 3 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 5-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 97-91. Kouvot Ak. forced 19 HNMKY turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Aarni Korkiatupa (198-2002, agency: Octagon Europe) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. Guard Sakari Turklin (182-2000) chipped in 26 points. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Lenni Hervola (179-2003) who recorded 31 points and 4 assists and forward Thomas Ronnholm (197-2003) added 17 points and 4 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Kouvot Ak. (5-16) moved-up to eleventh place. HNMKY lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with ten games lost. Kouvot Ak. will meet bottom-ranked Kristika Turku (#12) in the next round. HNMKY will play against Raiders Basket (#10) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kouvot Ak.: T.Sakari 26+3reb, A.Korkiatupa 22+13reb+7ast, K.Teemu 17+5reb+6ast, E.Patrik 16+6reb+3ast, L.Atte 10+3reb, H.Veeti 6+12reb+1ast
HNMKY: H.Lenni 31+4reb+4ast, R.Thomas 17+4reb+4ast, K.Arttu 16+5reb+2ast, V.Roni 11+3reb+1ast, C.Eric 8+3reb+3ast, M.Henri 6+9reb

Mikko Koivisto claims Finnish Korisliiga Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Experienced International Shooting guard Mikko Koivisto (194-SG-1987, agency: Blacktop Management) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Vilpas and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 8 (Second Stage).
The 35-year old shooting guard had the game-high 31 points adding five assists for Vilpas in his team's victory, helping them to crush Kouvot (#6, 14-16) with 23-point margin 109-86. Vilpas maintains the 3rd position in Finnish Korisliiga. Vilpas is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. But it was their 15th lost game this season out of 30 games. In the team's last game Koivisto had a remarkable six three-pointers out of 12 attempts. He has many years of experience at Vilpas, through which he has constantly improved. Mikko Koivisto averages this season 11.5ppg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American forward Chris Clarke (196-F-1996) of Lahti. Clarke impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 32 points and 14 rebounds. Of course Lahti cruised to a 112-103 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Kobrat (13-17). This victory allowed Lahti to move up to 3rd position in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 13-17 record. Clarke is well-known by Lahti fans and he already established his position as one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.9ppg (#2). His other stats are also decent: 14.9rpg and 9.4apg.

The third best performed player last round was American David Nichols (183-PG-1996) of Kobrat (#10). Nichols got into 30-points club by scoring 43 points in the last round. Despite Nichols' great performance Kobrat lost 103-112 to Lahti (13-17). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Kobrat ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 17 games, recording just thirteen victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Nichols could help Kobrat to bring them higher in the standings. Nichols has a very solid season. In 2 games in Finland he scored 32.0ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Michael Ertel II (188-G-1999) of Lahti - 41 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Daniel Dolenc (205-C-1993) of Kauhajoki - 26 points and 10 rebounds
6. Javion Ogunyemi (206-F/C-1995) of Kobrat - 18 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists
7. Perrion Callandret (188-PG-1995) of Nokia - 29 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Zena Edosomwan (206-C/F-1993) of Seagulls - 15 points and 13 rebounds
9. Jeffrey Carroll (198-G/F-1994) of Seagulls - 20 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists
10. Dikembe Dixson (201-F-1996) of Kauhajoki - 20 points, 10 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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Tom Digbeu claims French ProB weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Talented Naturalized Spanish Tom Digbeu (195-G-2001) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for ASA and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents ProB Player of the Week award for round 23.
The 21-year old guard had the game-high 47 points adding eight rebounds and four assists for ASA in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Denain-Voltaire (#12, 10-13) 113-110. ASA maintains the 8th position in French ProB. ASA 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 Digbeu had a remarkable 80.0% from 2-point range and got five three-pointers out of 6 attempts. He turned to be ASA's top player in his first season with the team. Digbeu has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (6th best: 17.1ppg) and averages solid 58.6% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young center Thomas Hieu-Courtois (200-C-1995) of Nantes. Hieu-Courtois impressed basketball fans with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. It was enough for Nantes to edge slightly higher-ranked Angers (11-12) by 6 points 85-79. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Nantes keeps 10th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 11-12 record. Hieu-Courtois is a newcomer at Nantes 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 Nigerian Chuba Ohams (206-F-1997) of Denain-Voltaire (#12). Ohams showcased his all-around game by recording 14 points, thirteen rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. Despite Ohams' great performance Denain-Voltaire lost 110-113 to the higher-ranked ASA (#8, 12-11). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Denain-Voltaire ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 13 games, recording just ten victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Ohams could help Denain-Voltaire to bring them higher in the standings. Ohams has a very solid season. In 23 games in France he scored 11.2ppg. He also has 6.3rpg and FGP: 56.2%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Mathieu Boyer (208-C-1995) of St. Chamond - 18 points and 11 rebounds
5. Shawn Tanner (197-F/G-2001) of Angers - 20 points and 2 rebounds
6. Luc Loubaki (191-PG-1997) of Lille - 22 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Lionel Gaudoux (198-PF-1995) of Chalon/Saone - 16 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Ashley Hamilton (201-F-1988) of Quimper - 19 points and 5 rebounds
9. Michael Akuchie (203-F-1998) of Angers - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Strahinja Gavrilovic (206-F/C-1993) of ASA - 11 points, 8 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)

ProA U21 Round 23: Blois lose to Bourg - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game between third ranked Blois (16-6) and sixth ranked Bourg (15-9) was the most important one in the last round on Saturday night. Blois was defeated by Bourg in Bourg 86-104. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Blois. Bourg looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Blois' players. 25 personal fouls committed by Blois helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Point guard Elian Benitez (180-2003) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 30 points, 13 assists and 5 steals. Forward Maxime Galin (202-2002) contributed with 16 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Maxime Sconard (195-2003) answered with 23 points for Blois. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Bourg maintains sixth place with 15-9 record. Blois at the other side keeps the third position with six games lost. Bourg are looking forward to face Pau-Lacq-Orthez (#7) on the road in the next round. Blois will play against Roanne (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
An interesting game for Cholet (21-2) which played road game in Limoges against 4th placed Limoges CSP (16-7). First ranked Cholet had an easy win 93-70. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Limoges CSP. It was a great evening for point guard Matheo Leray (190-2003) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists. Keziah Ekissi helped adding 20 points and 5 rebounds. point guard Hugo Desseignet (175-2003) responded with 18 points, 8 assists and 4 steals. Limoges CSP's coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Cholet have an impressive series of fourteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 21-2 record. Limoges CSP at the other side keeps the fourth position with seven games lost. Cholet will play against Gravelines (#16) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Limoges CSP will play against Le Mans (#13) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
A very close game took place in Levallois between Nancy and Levallois. Ninth ranked Nancy (13-10) got a very close victory on the road over 8th ranked Levallois (13-10). Nancy managed to escape with a 1-point win 74-73 in the game for the eighth place. It was an exceptional evening for Guillaume Grotzinger who led the winners and scored 20 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. Eric Koumba came up with 15 points and 4 assists for Levallois in the defeat. Levallois' coach Philippe Sudre rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Nancy moved-up to eighth place, which they share with defeated Levallois. Levallois lost their sixth game in a row. Nancy will meet at home Dijon (#15) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Levallois will play against the league's second-placed ASVEL (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 23: Fos-Provence beat Dijon on the road 81-65. Roanne won against Monaco on its own court 98-89. Gravelines managed to outperform Le Mans in a road game 67-63. Strasbourg managed to beat Paris BA at home 92-78.
The most impressive performance of 23th round was 16 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists by Maxim Ilvovskiy of Strasbourg.

Levallois - Nancy 73-74

A very close game took place in Levallois between Nancy and Levallois. Ninth ranked Nancy (13-10) got a very close victory on the road over 8th ranked Levallois (13-10). Nancy managed to escape with a 1-point win 74-73 in the game for the eighth place. Nancy forced 20 Levallois turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for swingman Guillaume Grotzinger (195-2004) who led the winners and scored 20 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. Cameroonian Yves Mballa (199-2003) accounted for 20 points and 11 rebounds for the winning side. Russian Eric Koumba (194-2002) came up with 15 points and 4 assists and Ivorian Ylan Esso (199-2005) added 13 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Levallois in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Levallois' coach Philippe Sudre rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Nancy moved-up to eighth place, which they share with defeated Levallois. Levallois lost their sixth game in a row. Nancy will meet at home Dijon (#15) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Levallois will play against the league's second-placed ASVEL (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Nancy: M.Yves 20+11reb, G.Guillaume 20+5reb+8ast, M.Ingea 11+1reb+2ast, C.Mael 11+2ast, A.Pierre 5+3reb+4ast, M.Kady 4+1ast
Levallois: K.Eric 15+2reb+4ast, E.Ylan 13+5reb, V.Nicolas 11+2reb, D.Moussa 11+3reb+1ast, E.Jess 9+2reb+3ast, M.Aymeri 6+6reb+1ast

Dijon - Fos-Provence 65-81

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both thirteenth ranked Fos-Provence and 15th ranked Dijon had identical 8-14 record. But Dijon was not able to use a home court advantage and was defeated by the opponent from Fos-sur-Mer 81-65 on Friday night. Fos-Provence dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Dijon's 30. They outrebounded Dijon 32-16 including a 24-7 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for naturalized Guinean forward Ousmane Kaba (195-2002) who led the winners and scored 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Kevin Minar (195-2004) accounted for 15 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. Four Fos-Provence players scored in double figures. Nathan Vincennes (200-2003) came up with 16 points and 9 rebounds and point guard Clovis Gaduel (183-2003) added 22 points (perfect behind the arc making all five shots) respectively for Dijon in the defeat. Fos-Provence (9-14) moved-up to twelfth place. Loser Dijon dropped to the fourteenth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Monaco and Gravelines. Fos-Provence will meet at home higher ranked Strasbourg (#11) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Dijon will play against Nancy and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Fos-Provence: M.Kevin 15+6reb+3ast, M.Willian 14+6reb, K.Ousmane 13+7reb+4ast, T.Jawaad 11+1reb+2ast, C.Lionel 10+4reb, M.Tidjiane 8+4reb+2ast
Dijon: G.Clovis 22+3ast, V.Nathan 16+9reb+3ast, B.Marius 11+4reb+1ast, A.Yanis 6+1reb+1ast, R.Thomas 5+3ast, G.Evann 3+2ast

Roanne - Monaco 98-89

Very expected game when 14th ranked Monaco (8-15) lost on the road to fifth ranked Roanne (16-8) 98-89 on Sunday. Roanne looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Roanne made 8 blocks. It was an exceptional evening for forward Alexandre Bouzidi (196-2004) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 11 points, 7 rebounds and 12 assists. Guard Mathis Courbon (189-2005) accounted for 24 points for the winning side. Four Roanne players scored in double figures. Roanne's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Iranian swingman Mohammad Amini (192-2005, agency: BIG) came up with 23 points and guard Curtis Asso'o (181-2002) added 13 points and 7 assists respectively for Monaco in the defeat. Roanne maintains fifth place with 16-8 record. Monaco lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the fourteenth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Gravelines and Dijon. Roanne will meet higher ranked Blois (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Monaco will play against Le Portel (#17) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Roanne: C.Mathis 24+1reb, M.Aboubacar 15+4reb+2ast, P.Louis 12+5reb+1ast, B.Alexandre 11+7reb+12ast, P.Robin 9+2reb+5ast, N.Narcisse 8+5reb
Monaco: A.Mohammad 23+1reb+3ast, A.Curtis 13+3reb+7ast, N.Lucas 11+6reb, C.Tsamas 11+2reb, N.Jeremie 9+2reb+1ast, N.David 8+7reb+2ast

Bourg - Blois 104-86

The game between third ranked Blois (16-6) and sixth ranked Bourg (15-9) was the most important one in the last round on Saturday night. Blois was defeated by Bourg in Bourg 86-104. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Blois. Bourg looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Blois' players. 25 personal fouls committed by Blois helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Point guard Elian Benitez (180-2003) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 30 points, 13 assists and 5 steals. Forward Maxime Galin (202-2002) contributed with 16 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Five Bourg players scored in double figures. Maxime Sconard (195-2003) answered with 23 points and Tom Lambert added 19 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Blois. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Bourg maintains sixth place with 15-9 record. Blois at the other side keeps the third position with six games lost. Bourg are looking forward to face Pau-Lacq-Orthez (#7) on the road in the next round. Blois will play against Roanne (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Bourg: B.Elian 30+1reb+13ast, C.Hugo 17+4reb+1ast, G.Maxime 16+9reb+4ast, M.Victor 12+4reb+1ast, S.Moulaye 12+6reb, S.Leon 6+4reb+1ast
Blois: S.Maxime 23+4reb+1ast, L.Tom 19+5reb+2ast, D.Dominique 10+12reb+1ast, D.Halvine 8+3reb, T.Eliot 8, D.Nilson Morgan 7+1ast

Le Mans - Gravelines 63-67

There was a small surprise when sixteenth ranked Gravelines (8-15) won against on the road 13th ranked Le Mans (8-14) 67-63 on Saturday. It was an exceptional evening for Hugo Boumpoutou (195-2004) who led the winners and scored 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Center Jared Ambrose (204-2002) accounted for 15 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side. Dutch power forward Mathias Van Den Beemt (213-2001) came up with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds and point guard Noah Goudou-Sinha (191-2002) added 10 points respectively for Le Mans in the defeat. Le Mans' coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. The victory was the third consecutive win for Gravelines. They moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with Monaco and Dijon. Loser Le Mans keeps the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. Gravelines will meet at home league's leader Cholet in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Le Mans will play against Limoges CSP (#4) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Gravelines: A.Jared 15+7reb, B.Hugo 15+5reb+4ast, H.Willan 11+5reb+5ast, T.Adrien 8+3ast, B.Ayuba 7+3reb, B.Evan 6+6reb+1ast
Le Mans: V.Den Beemt Mathias 12+14reb+2ast, B.Ethane 11+2reb, G.Noah 10+3reb+3ast, B.Melvin 7+2reb+1ast, D.Raphael 7+6reb+1ast, H.Kezia 4+2reb+1ast

Limoges CSP - Cholet 70-93

An interesting game for Cholet (21-2) which played road game in Limoges against 4th placed Limoges CSP (16-7). First ranked Cholet had an easy win 93-70. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Limoges CSP. They outrebounded Limoges CSP 45-29 including a 20-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for point guard Matheo Leray (190-2003) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists. Keziah Ekissi helped adding 20 points and 5 rebounds. Point guard Hugo Desseignet (175-2003) responded with 18 points, 8 assists and 4 steals and Mali forward Mohamed Sidibe (196-2002) scored 17 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Limoges CSP's coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Cholet have an impressive series of fourteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 21-2 record. Limoges CSP at the other side keeps the fourth position with seven games lost. Cholet will play against Gravelines (#16) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Limoges CSP will play against Le Mans (#13) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Cholet: L.Matheo 26+7reb+10ast, E.Keziah 20+5reb+3ast, D.Lucas 18+5reb+4ast, S.Tidjane 13+6reb, N.Balfourier 7+10reb+1ast, B.Matteo 4+3reb+1ast
Limoges CSP: D.Hugo 18+1reb+8ast, M.Sidibe 17+7reb+1ast, C.Martin 12+1reb+1ast, G.Gaspard 10+4reb+1ast, M.Noam 5+2reb+1ast, E.Celian 3+3reb+2ast

Strasbourg - Paris BA 92-78

Not a big story in a game when 18th ranked Paris BA (1-22) lost on the road to eleventh ranked Strasbourg (10-13) 92-78 on Saturday. Strasbourg had a 35-17 advantage in offensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Strasbourg made 7 blocks. It was an exceptional evening for power forward Maxim Ilvovskiy (203-2002) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists. British forward Michael Belle (200-2003) accounted for 23 points and 10 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) for the winning side. Four Strasbourg players scored in double figures. Forward Kevan Moreno (200-2002) came up with 21 points and 5 steals and Killian Malwaya (197-2005) added 18 points and 4 steals respectively for Paris BA in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Strasbourg maintains eleventh place with 10-13 record. Paris BA lost their fifth game in a row. They stay dead last with 22 lost games. Strasbourg will meet Fos-Provence (#12) in the next round. Paris BA will play against Nanterre (#10) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Strasbourg: R.Bastien 23+2reb+5ast, B.Michael 23+10reb+2ast, I.Maxim 16+15reb+5ast, C.Simon 10+3reb+1ast, T.Harold 6+2reb+1ast, C.Matheo 6+8reb
Paris BA: M.Kevan 21+3reb+2ast, M.Killian 18+3reb, N.Jean 11+2reb, M.Hamon-Crespin 9+5reb, D.Kevendy 6+1reb+2ast, S.Thierry 5+5reb

NM1 Round 1 (Second Stage): Lorient roll past SO Maritime Boulogne - by Eurobasket News

The Second Stage in NM1 just started. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Lorient smashed SO Maritime Boulogne at home 93-71. Lorient shot 61.5 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 52.0 percentage. Lorient looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by SO Maritime Boulogne's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Lorient made 7 blocks. Guinean point guard Ahmed Doumbia (195-1989) fired 11 points and 6 assists for the winners. American-Mali forward Ibrahim Djambo (209-1992, college: Hofstra) chipped in 15 points and 4 blocks. American swingman Wendell Davis (197-1995, college: Ashland) produced 25 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. SO Maritime Boulogne will play next round against strong Vendee Challans trying to get back on the winning streak. Lorient will try to continue on its current victory against Feurs CTC on the road.
The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Mulhouse on the court of Union Rennes. Visitors were edged by Union Rennes 68-65. Worth to mention a great performance of Guinean forward Cheick Sekou-Conde (203-1992) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds. Ibrahima Sidibe contributed with 12 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Union Rennes' coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. point guard Frederic Loubaki (195-1997) answered with 13 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists for Mulhouse. Union Rennes will play against Orchesien BC in Orchies in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Mulhouse will play at home against C'Chartres and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
An interesting game where STB Le Havre beat host C'Chartres 82-78 on Friday evening. Valentin Bigote stepped up and scored 26 points for the winners. At the losing side Gide Noel responded with 24 points. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. STB Le Havre will meet at home Loon-Plage in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. C'Chartres will play against Mulhouse and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Other games of round 1 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Rouen defeated Loon-Plage in a road game 82-76. Winless Poitiers lost to undefeated Caen at home 59-66. Winless Orchies lost to undefeated Vitre on the opponent's court 76-86. Winless Toulouse lost to undefeated Feurs CTC in a home game 51-88. Winless Andrezieux lost to undefeated Challans on the road 72-86. Rueil defeated Lyon on its own court 84-79. Besancon beat Tours in a road game 75-73. Winless Pole France lost to undefeated Cergy-Pontoise at home 54-60.
The best stats of 1st round was 10 points and 8 rebounds by Amara Sy of Cergy-Pontoise.

Rennes - Mulhouse 68-65

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Mulhouse on the court of Union Rennes. Visitors were edged by Union Rennes 68-65. Union Rennes dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to Mulhouse's 20 and made 17-of-21 charity shots (81.0 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of Guinean forward Cheick Sekou-Conde (203-1992) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds. Naturalized Mali point guard Ibrahima Sidibe (180-1995) contributed with 12 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Union Rennes' coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Point guard Frederic Loubaki (195-1997) answered with 13 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists and point guard Antoine Dudit (181-1997) added 13 points in the effort for Mulhouse. Union Rennes will play against Orchesien BC in Orchies in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Mulhouse will play at home against C'Chartres and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mulhouse: A.Dudit 13+2reb+3ast, F.Loubaki 13+5reb+7ast, M.Benjamin 9+3reb+1ast, M.Hugo 9+5reb+2ast, A.Falzon 8+7reb, Y.Mendy 6+2reb+1ast
Rennes: C.Sekou-Conde 18+10reb, I.Sidibe 12+5reb+6ast, J.Sclear 10+7reb+2ast, E.Guillaume 9+6reb, G.Harvey 7+2reb+3ast, L.Behrend 7+2reb

Chartres - Le Havre 78-82

An interesting game where STB Le Havre beat host C'Chartres 82-78 on Friday evening. STB Le Havre made 24-of-29 free shots (82.8 percent) during the game. Valentin Bigote (196-1992) stepped up and scored 26 points for the winners and American forward Fred Thomas (196-1993, college: MSU) chipped in 14 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side naturalized Guyanese forward Gide Noel (200-1993) responded with 24 points and the former international point guard Marc-Antoine Pellin (171-1987) scored 8 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. STB Le Havre will meet at home Loon-Plage in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. C'Chartres will play against Mulhouse and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Chartres: G.Noel 24+2reb, Y.Siegwarth 14+2reb, M.Craion 11+7reb+5ast, M.Pellin 8+6reb+11ast, V.Mukuna 6+1reb, J.Ricard-Dorigo 5+3reb
Le Havre: V.Bigote 26+2reb+3ast, M.Var 14+4reb+1ast, F.Thomas 14+7reb+3ast, S.N'Dir 7+3ast, D.Nseke Ebele 6+1reb+1ast, S.Barro 6+9reb

Loon-Plage - Rouen 76-82

But Loon-Plage was not able to use a home court advantage and was defeated by the opponent from Rouen 82-76 on Friday night. SPO Rouen looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American-Jamaican Andell Cumberbatch (195-1993, college: St.Bonaventure) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 14 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners and Moroccan forward Karim Gourari (203-1989) chipped in 17 points and 7 assists. Four SPO Rouen players scored in double figures. At the losing side American power forward Ron Anderson Jr (203-1989, college: S.Florida) responded with 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Fodie Cissoko (198-1992) scored 9 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. SPO Rouen will meet at home Poitiers in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Loon-Plage will play against STB Le Havre and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Loon-Plage: R.Anderson Jr. 16+6reb+4ast, P.Clement 12+2reb+1ast, R.Antoine 11+1reb+1ast, F.Cissoko 9+9reb+2ast, T.Housieaux 8+1reb, P.Hannequin 8+4reb+4ast
Rouen: A.Cumberbatch 20+14reb+2ast, K.Gourari 17+4reb+7ast, T.Prost 11+4ast, F.Fortas 11+4reb+2ast, B.Pamba-Juille 7+2reb+3ast, M.Choua 5+5reb+1ast

Poitiers - Caen 59-66

But Poitiers was not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Caen 66-59 on Friday night. Guard Yanik Blanc (188-1999) stepped up and scored 21 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and Kenyan-American forward Joel Awich (201-1993, college: Cal Poly) chipped in 22 points and 5 rebounds. At the losing side Ivorian center Bali Coulibaly (199-1995, agency: Octagon Europe) responded with 15 points and Canadian-Nigerian guard Keith Omoerah (194-1992, college: Manitoba, agency: BIG) scored 7 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Caen will meet at home Vitre in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Poitiers will play against SPO Rouen and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Poitiers: B.Coulibaly 15+3reb+1ast, C.Pontens 9+2reb, K.Mendy 8+3reb, M.Chambre 7+3reb+1ast, K.Omoerah 7+8reb+3ast, M.Durand 6+1reb+1ast
Caen: J.Awich 22+5reb, B.Yanik 21+6reb+4ast, M.Bernaoui 6+4reb+1ast, T.Marshall 5+8reb, F.Thibedore 4+2reb, C.Ona-Embo 3+4ast

Vitre - Orchies 86-76

Vitre used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Orchies 86-76 on Friday night. Vitre looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Point guard Louis Prolhac (177-1991) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 assists for the winners and forward Calvin Jubenot (198-1986) chipped in 22 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Four Vitre players scored in double figures. Vitre's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American power forward Joe Burton (203-1990, college: Oregon St., agency: GoEmpire Group) responded with 26 points and 7 rebounds (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field) and point guard Aurelien Rigaux (178-1988) scored 12 points and 8 assists. Vitre will meet Caen on the road in the next round. Orchesien BC will play against Union Rennes and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Orchies: J.Burton 26+7reb+3ast, M.Benhamed 12+2reb+3ast, A.Rigaux 12+3reb+8ast, H.Romain 9+2reb+2ast, T.Van Ounsem 7+4reb, A.Prugnieres 7+5reb+2ast
Vitre: C.Jubenot 22+3reb+1ast, L.Prolhac 15+3reb+11ast, B.Hugo 15+3reb+4ast, V.Fandelet 11+1reb+2ast, V.Ilic 7+1reb+1ast, K.Incredule 7+2reb+3ast

Toulouse - Feurs CTC 51-88

But Toulouse was not able to use a home court advantage and was outscored by the opponent from Feurs 88-51 on Wednesday night. Feurs CTC outrebounded Toulouse 40-21 including a 32-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Toulouse's players. Forward Anthony Spinali (194-1997) stepped up and scored 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists (perfect from the field making all six shots) for the winners and Mali forward Ibrahima Haidara (202-1992) chipped in 11 points and 10 rebounds. Four Feurs CTC players scored in double figures. At the losing side naturalized Ivorian point guard Maxence Dadiet (192-1999) responded with 11 points and Cedric Andre (202-1993) scored 10 points. Toulouse's coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Feurs CTC will meet at home Lorient in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Toulouse will play against Besancon and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Toulouse: M.Dadiet 11+2reb+2ast, C.Andre 10+3reb+1ast, M.Ladji 7+4reb, C.Axel 5, S.Mekdad 5+4reb+2ast, T.Gottin 4+2reb+1ast
Feurs CTC: A.Spinali 15+6reb+5ast, E.Djedje 14+3reb+1ast, J.Zero 13+3reb+1ast, I.Haidara 11+10reb+2ast, F.Yangue 10+8reb, H.Comby 9+5reb+3ast

Lorient - Boulogne 93-71

Lorient smashed SO Maritime Boulogne at home 93-71. Lorient shot 61.5 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 52.0 percentage. Lorient looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by SO Maritime Boulogne's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Lorient made 7 blocks. Guinean point guard Ahmed Doumbia (195-1989) fired 11 points and 6 assists for the winners. American-Mali forward Ibrahim Djambo (209-1992, college: Hofstra) chipped in 15 points and 4 blocks. American swingman Wendell Davis (197-1995, college: Ashland) produced 25 points and 8 rebounds and Gary Berchel (203-1998) added 8 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. SO Maritime Boulogne will play next round against strong Vendee Challans trying to get back on the winning streak. Lorient will try to continue on its current victory against Feurs CTC on the road.
Top scorers:
Boulogne: W.Davis 25+8reb+3ast, C.Gassama 11, L.Nikolic 8+6reb, G.Berchel 8+6reb+2ast, T.Vincent 7+4reb+4ast, P.Truffert 3+1ast
Lorient: I.Djambo 15+4reb+1ast, H.Suhard 12+6ast, Q.Hanck 11+3reb+1ast, A.Doumbia 11+3reb+6ast, A.Adala 9+1reb+3ast, K.Mondesir 9+3reb+3ast

Challans - Andrezieux 86-72

Vendee Challans used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Andrezieux 86-72 on Friday night. They outrebounded Andrezieux 40-28 including 30 on the defensive glass. Vendee Challans looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Point guard Jeremy Bichard (186-1990) stepped up and scored 13 points and 8 assists for the winners and naturalized American forward Marc Gosselin (201-1996, college: WCU) chipped in 9 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. At the losing side point guard Louis Weber (186-1998) responded with 12 points and 7 assists and Bahamas forward Jaraun Burrows (203-1985, college: PFW) scored 13 points and 5 rebounds. Four Andrezieux players scored in double figures. Vendee Challans will meet SO Maritime Boulogne in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Andrezieux will play against Rueil and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Andrezieux: T.Bouteille 14+4reb+2ast, J.Burrows 13+5reb+3ast, M.Diarra 12+3reb, L.Weber 12+3reb+7ast, H.Cosse 9+1reb, P.Diop 6+7reb+2ast
Challans: P.Clerence 15+4reb, J.Bichard 13+3reb+8ast, T.Desseignet 12+1reb+3ast, G.Biruta 12+8reb, J.Jones 9+5reb+1ast, P.Turpin 9+6reb+3ast

Rueil - Lyon 84-79

Rueil used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Lyon 84-79 on Friday night. Rueil made 31-of-35 free shots (88.6 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Lyon turnovers. Point guard Warren Racine (188-1995) stepped up and scored 27 points and 4 assists (made all of his thirteen free throws !!!) for the winners and swingman Steven Ricard (200-1990) chipped in 11 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Rueil players scored in double figures. At the losing side guard Sya Plaucoste (193-2001) responded with 21 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and Bahamas Aaron Levarity (203-1997, college: Milligan) scored 4 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. Lyon's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Rueil will meet Andrezieux on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Lyon will play against Tours and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Lyon: S.Plaucoste 21+1reb+1ast, T.Dioumassi 14+1ast, T.Bazille 11+1reb+1ast, P.Romain 9+2reb+2ast, D.Gana 7+1ast, T.Rey 5+3reb+2ast
Rueil: W.Racine 27+2reb+4ast, M.Legat 13+3reb+1ast, J.Morency 11+2reb+3ast, S.Ricard 11+9reb+6ast, M.Lebrun 6+1ast, A.Sumbry 5+1ast

Tours - Besancon 73-75

But Tours was not able to use a home court advantage and was edged by the opponent from Besancon 75-73 on Friday night. Serbian swingman Nikola Knezevic (200-1999) stepped up and scored 20 points for the winners and Mali point guard Siriman Kanoute (181-2001) chipped in 14 points and 7 rebounds. Four Besancon players scored in double figures. At the losing side American swingman Scott Suggs (197-1989, college: Washington) responded with 20 points and 5 rebounds and swingman Pierre-Etienne Drouault (196-1990) scored 14 points. Besancon will meet at home Toulouse in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Tours will play against Lyon and hope to win that game and get promotion back to the ProB just one year after relegation.
Top scorers:
Tours: S.Suggs 20+5reb+3ast, P.Drouault 14+4reb+3ast, J.Tchicamboud 13+6reb, V.Valentin 8+4reb+2ast, T.Lonzieme 7+4reb+1ast, M.N'Doye 5+3reb
Besancon: N.Knezevic 20+4reb+2ast, J.Boucaud 14+3reb+3ast, S.Kanoute 14+7reb+3ast, G.Valayer 11+8reb+4ast, H.Sydney 6+2reb, F.Prenom 6+8reb

Pole France - Cergy-Pontoise 54-60

But CFBB was not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Cergy 60-54 on Friday night. Pontoise forced 20 CFBB turnovers. Senegalese center Adama Diakhite (205-1997) stepped up and scored 11 points and 9 rebounds for the winners and naturalized Mali forward Amara Sy (202-1981, agency: BeoBasket) chipped in 10 points and 8 rebounds. Four Pontoise players scored in double figures. At the losing side point guard Nolan Traore (190-2006) responded with 12 points and point guard Talis Soulhac (186-2006) scored 10 points and 4 steals. CFBB's coach rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Pole France: T.Nolan 12+1reb+3ast, S.Talis 10+2reb+2ast, J.Wilson 6+2reb+1ast, E.Noa 5+5reb+2ast, M.Henri-Spprano 4+3reb, D.Mohamed 4+1reb
Cergy-Pontoise: A.Thimon 11+5reb+2ast, D.Adama 11+9reb, H.Thomas 11+6reb+1ast, A.Sy 10+8reb+1ast, K.Francois 5+2reb, J.Randriamananjara 4+2reb+3ast

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Superleague Round 18: Kavkasia beat Cactus in a derby game - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in Superleague is slowly approaching the end. But there may be still some important changes in the final standings in the last 4 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Tbilisi: Kavkasia (#3) and Cactus (#4). Cactus were smashed at home by 22 points 74-96 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. The game without a history. Kavkasia led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to Cactus' 18. Kavkasia looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Cactus' players. The best player for the winners was American power forward Isaiah Ellis (203-1995, college: Chico St., agency: Interperformances) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). The former international power forward Ilia Londaridze (205-1989) chipped in 17 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Kavkasia's coach Beqa Tsivtsivadze felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Ryan Allen (188-1998, college: Delaware) who recorded 31 points. Newly promoted Kavkasia maintains third position with 11-5 record having just two points less than leader Olimpi. Cactus lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth place with eight games lost. Kavkasia are looking forward to face Delta (#7) in Gurjaani in the next round. Cactus will have a break next round.
Leader Olimpi delivered the thirteenth victory. This time they beat 9th ranked Mega (6-11) 98-91 in Tbilisi. It was a good game for American forward Linton Acliese III (201-1998, college: EWU) who led his team to a victory with 30 points and 8 rebounds (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field). Givi Bakradze contributed with 18 points and 9 assists for the winners. American power forward Marqus Gilson (196, college: CWU) replied with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists for Mega. Olimpi (13-3) have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain first position. Mega at the other side keeps the ninth place with 11 games lost. Olimpi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tbilisi to the arena Titebi.
The game in Gurjaani was also quite interesting. Second ranked Rustavi (12-4) played at the court of 7th ranked Delta (8-9). Rustavi managed to secure a 8-point victory 99-91 on Saturday. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Delta. Luka Bulashvili scored 27 points and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners. The best for the losing side was Avi Toomer with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Rustavi have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 12-4 record behind leader Olimpi. Loser Delta keeps the seventh place with nine games lost. Rustavi will meet Kutaisi (#8) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Delta will play against Kavkasia in Tbilisi and hope to secure a win.

In the last two games of round 18 Titebi was defeated by Kutaisi in a road game 95-94. Batumi beat Vera at home 98-85.
The best stats of 18th round was 15 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists by Tray Croft of Rustavi.

Olimpi - Mega 98-91

Leader Olimpi delivered the thirteenth victory. This time they beat 9th ranked Mega (6-11) 98-91 in Tbilisi. The hosts were ahead by 4 points but lost the second period ending it with a 2-point deficit before their 29-20 run, which allowed them to win the game. Olimpi players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. It was a good game for American forward Linton Acliese III (201-1998, college: EWU) who led his team to a victory with 30 points and 8 rebounds (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field). The former international point guard Givi Bakradze (180-1991, agency: Interperformances) contributed with 18 points and 9 assists for the winners. American power forward Marqus Gilson (196, college: CWU) replied with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists and his fellow American import point guard Ronnie Rousseau III (175-1995, college: Antelope Valley) added 21 points and 6 assists in the effort for Mega. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Olimpi (13-3) have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain first position. Mega at the other side keeps the ninth place with 11 games lost. Olimpi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tbilisi to the arena Titebi.
Top scorers:
Mega: R.Rousseau III 21+1reb+6ast, M.Gilson 19+15reb+5ast, Z.Walton 16+6reb+1ast, N.Chechelashvili 16+8reb+2ast, O.Buliava 10+6reb+4ast, T.Howard Jr. 6+1reb+3ast
Olimpi: L.Acliese III 30+8reb+3ast, G.Bakradze 18+2reb+9ast, L.Kalatozishvili 14+10reb, V.Tavakarashvili 11+5reb+5ast, G.Turdziladze 10+4reb+2ast, A.McAlpine 8+3reb+1ast

Kutaisi - Titebi 95-94

There was no surprise when 10th ranked Titebi (5-11) was edged on the road by eighth ranked Kutaisi (7-9) 95-94 on Saturday. Kutaisi looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The former international swingman Kakhaber Jintcharadze (196-1993, agency: BIG) had a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American center Chris Ware (203-1989, college: Indiana Tech) chipped in 20 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Kendrick Thompson (193-1986, college: Northeastern St.) with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 6 rebounds, 10 assists and 5 steals and forward Akaki Lomouri (198-1991) scored 15 points and 9 rebounds. Four Kutaisi and five Titebi players scored in double figures. Defending champion maintains eighth position with 7-9 record. Loser Titebi keeps the tenth place with 11 games lost. Kutaisi will meet at home league's second-placed Rustavi in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Titebi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tbilisi Olimpi.
Top scorers:
Titebi: K.Thompson 29+6reb+10ast, A.Lomouri 15+9reb+1ast, S.Sanadze 11+2reb+4ast, B.Dawson 11+4reb+2ast, G.Birkaia 10+4reb+1ast, D.Bell 6+6reb
Kutaisi: B.Baqar 25+5reb, C.Ware 20+9reb+3ast, K.Jintcharadze 18+10reb+9ast, J.Ray 18+6reb+4ast, L.Maziashvili 9+6reb+6ast, L.Grdzelidze 5+1reb+1ast

Cactus - Kavkasia 74-96

The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Tbilisi: Kavkasia (#3) and Cactus (#4). Cactus were smashed at home by 22 points 74-96 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. The game without a history. Kavkasia led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to Cactus' 18. Kavkasia looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Cactus' players. The best player for the winners was American power forward Isaiah Ellis (203-1995, college: Chico St., agency: Interperformances) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). The former international power forward Ilia Londaridze (205-1989) chipped in 17 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Five Kavkasia players scored in double figures. Kavkasia's coach Beqa Tsivtsivadze felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Ryan Allen (188-1998, college: Delaware) who recorded 31 points and his fellow American import power forward Jason Copman (198-1998, college: Dominican, NY) added 5 points and 13 rebounds respectively. Newly promoted Kavkasia maintains third position with 11-5 record having just two points less than leader Olimpi. Cactus lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth place with eight games lost. Kavkasia are looking forward to face Delta (#7) in Gurjaani in the next round. Cactus will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Cactus: R.Allen 31+2reb+1ast, M.Bokolishvili 16+1reb+2ast, M.Daniels 12+3reb+2ast, L.Beqa 5+10reb+3ast, J.Copman 5+13reb+2ast, R.Chachanidze 3+1reb+1ast
Kavkasia: I.Londaridze 17+8reb+3ast, C.McNeal 16+2reb+8ast, I.Ellis 15+12reb+3ast, J.Forrest 11+4reb+4ast, M.Duffy 11+5reb+4ast, G.Nikoloz 10+5reb+4ast

Batumi - Vera 98-85

No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Batumi (9-7) defeated at home bottom-ranked Vera (2-15) 98-85 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by Batumi. Vera managed to win fourth quarter 25-19. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Vera's 34. They outrebounded Vera 54-31 including a 17-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Batumi looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 17 passes made by Vera's players. American power forward Jordan Session (203-1996, college: Georgia St.) had a double-double by scoring 21 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import guard Kyle Riddley (192-1996, college: Pfeiffer, agency: Project B Sports) chipped in 20 points and 12 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Vakhtang Gogberashvili (202-2002) with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds and the former international guard Luka Zakradze (193-1996) scored 22 points and 5 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Batumi moved-up to fourth place. Vera lost tenth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. Batumi will meet at home Mega (#9) in the next round where they are favorite. Vera's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tbilisi TSU.
Top scorers:
Vera: L.Zakradze 22+2reb+5ast, K.Rice 20+5reb+2ast, G.Vakhtang 17+11reb+3ast, G.Vakhania 15+8reb+3ast, B.Tortladze 9+3reb, K.Dachi 2+2ast
Batumi: L.Mikeladze 21+11reb+1ast, J.Session 21+12reb+4ast, K.Riddley 20+2reb+12ast, O.Pertaia 11+6reb+6ast, L.Eliadze 8+3reb+4ast, B.Alston 7+5reb+2ast

Delta - Rustavi 91-99

The game in Gurjaani was also quite interesting. Second ranked Rustavi (12-4) played at the court of 7th ranked Delta (8-9). Rustavi managed to secure a 8-point victory 99-91 on Saturday. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Delta. Delta trailed by 18 points after 3 quarters before a 34-24 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 91-99 at the end of the game. Rustavi looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The former international point guard Luka Bulashvili (192-1998) scored 27 points and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and forward Guga Patashuri (199-1998) chipped in 16 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Avi Toomer (190-1997, college: Bucknell) with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international point guard Otar Pkhakadze (188-1993, college: Simpson, CA) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 assists. Five Rustavi and four Delta players scored in double figures. Rustavi have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 12-4 record behind leader Olimpi. Loser Delta keeps the seventh place with nine games lost. Rustavi will meet Kutaisi (#8) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Delta will play against Kavkasia in Tbilisi and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Delta: D.Newton 17+4reb+2ast, G.Baqradze 16+6reb+3ast, A.Toomer 15+9reb+5ast, O.Pkhakadze 12+4reb+10ast, V.Kadaria 10+3reb, Z.Machaladze 9+4reb+2ast
Rustavi: L.Bulashvili 27+2reb+4ast, R.Rogava 20+1reb+5ast, P.Guga 16+11reb+5ast, T.Croft 15+8reb+4ast, A.Diggs 11+7reb+3ast, A.Dvalishvili 5+3reb+1ast

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GERMANY

Stats Leaders - 1.Bundesliga

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Eric WASHINGTON

Heid.
(183-PG-1993)
Avg: 19.1

19.1

18.9

18.3

18.2

17.8

Stats Leaders - 2.Bundesliga

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Lovell CABBIL

Karlsruhe
(188-PG-1997)
Avg: 17.9

17.9

17.1

17.0

16.8

16.2

Matt Freeman (Eisbaeren Bremerhaven) Is That Special Point Forward That Brings Versatility And A New Formed Physicality - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

Matt Freeman (207-F-1997, college: UCSB) is a 25 year old forward from New Zealand that is playing his third professional season in Germany and first with the Eisbaeren Bremerhaven currently averaging 9,5ppg, 5,6rpg and 1,8apg. Last season he played with PS Karlsruhe averaging 10.3ppg, 4.6rpg, 1.4apg, FGP: 45.9%, 3PT: 43.5%, FT: 86.5% an din his first season played with the ROMERSTROM Gladiators Trier (Germany-ProA) averaging 11.8ppg, 3.5rpg, 1.3apg, FGP: 53.3%, 3PT: 36.9%, FT: 69.0%. He got his first basketball experience in New Zealand with the North Adelaide Rockets and then went to the States from 2014-2020. He played at Westlake high school and then at the University of Oklahoma (NCAA) from 2016-2019 playing a total of 84 games. He then finished at the University of California Santa Barbara (NCAA) averaging 9.5ppg, 4.2rpg, 1.9apg, FGP: 46.3%, 3PT: 38.3%, FT: 88.5%. He spoke to eurobasket about basketball.

Congrats Matt on signing with the Eisbaeren Bremerhaven. This is your third professional season and third German Pro A team. Is it fair to say that Germany has become like a second home for you?

I think at this point Germany will always be a part of me. Being such a traveller I think I have many second homes now so really home for me will always be in New Zealand. But nonetheless I have loved my experience in Germany thus far and I'm excited for all that is to come!

You had a very good game against Bremerhaven with Trier and overall had a 2-1 record against them. What was your memories in general about this team?

Obviously this will be a new team with a new coach so the play style will be different. Though, from my experience they always play with a high intensity and score a lot of points.

What is your general impression of head coach Steven Key. What stood out most about his basketball philosophy and character?

With my conversation with Coach Key I felt our feelings were mutual on how work ethic should be, playing basketball as a unit and not individually, and building strong relationships throughout the team and organization to reach the highest level of success. I'm excited to get to work and play for him!

Let's talk about your game. You're a 208cm forward. To what NBA player would you compare your game to?

I've always looked at guys like Ryan Anderson & Kevin Love as they're power forwards who can shoot the ball extremely well. But I also love the way they understand their role and are solid in other areas of the game that help themselves and their team to be successful.

You're a 208cm forward. Would you classify yourself a modern day big man?

I think big men today are definitely able to shoot the ball a lot better than they used to. So in that regard yes. But I also consider myself to be more of a point forward who can bring the ball up and control tempo so I think that side of my game is more uncommon in today's big man.

You can fill the stat sheet. Would you also call your versatility one of your bigger strengths?

For sure. I've always prided myself in my passing ability as a big man and obviously the way I shoot the ball. I think basketball is a game where you don't have to do it all but being able to/being as versatile as possible only increases your worth as a player. I continue to work on all aspects of my game because I love the game and there's always so much more to learn every day you put in the work.

On what area's of your game are you working on most now so you can continue to improve your game as you move up the basketball ladder?

I think for me this off season has been about physical growth and learning how to draw contact and finish whilst still being balanced. I think it's a simple concept but a hard one to master. I'm liking where I'm at with it now and excited to see it translate into this season.

Last season you got many passes from Stanley Whittaker. What did you appreciate most about his game and will he make the next step in the easyCredit BBL?

Stan is an incredible player and loved him as a team mate. We had a great relationship and I think what we appreciated most about each other was our mutual respect/passion for the game and the 'do whatever it takes' mentality to win. Even if we were down 20 I could always count on him not to give up. I have no doubt wherever Stan is he will be successful.

What do you feel is still missing from your game to reach the easyCredit BBL?

I think my answer is similar to what I said about what I am currently working on. But in addition to that I think my continuous physical growth will help me defensively to guard multiple positions. Being able to do that makes you valuable at the highest of levels in basketball.

You played your rookie season with the Romerstrom Gladiators. What do you remember being your wake up call to being a rookie in Germany where you knew that you were very far away from home?

I think the biggest wake up call was being out in public and not having people speak English. I'm terrible at learning languages so it will always be hard for me but definitely something I have gotten used to. Other than that the feeling of playing basketball for a job. Knowing that at any moment you could be sent home is a big reality check. Definitely a motivating factor to never stop working hard.

How tough was going into your rookie season with Covid. You got signed very late. Did you ever lose hope in the basketball process?

It was very tough mate. There was a very long period of drought in finding a job. I actually did start to look into other opportunities outside of basketball but I never stopped working on my game in case that call came, and thankfully it did.

You hail from New Zealand. How much of a role did your experience at Westlake high school play a role in you deciding to go to the NCAA?

Westlake was an awesome high school. I made life long best friends but also it put me in a pool of great Basketballers. Many of whom went to college in the US before me. So I think the exposure to that environment definitely convinced me to play in the NCAA but it was also a dream of mine even prior to going to high school there.

You played 3 seasons at the University of Oklahoma. Your NCAA career began well scoring 15 points in a loss to Northwestern State in your first NCAA game. You showed quickly that you knew how to be efficient in the minutes you got. Despite never averaging more than 11 minutes per game in a season what benefits did your 3 years there under Lon Kruger give you?

Coach Kruger has a long history of knowledge in the game of basketball. I think it was a great opportunity to learn through his experience what it takes to be successful. Although that time didn't exactly come at OU with him I think it's fair to say it helped me in becoming the player I became when I transferred to UCSB.

What do you remember from the intense battles with Jamuni Mcnease who played in Germany some years ago? I'm sure the work in daily practices made you better despite you not getting as many minutes?

Jamuni was my room mate and my best mate for life. I talk to him all the time. He knows I'll give him buckets any day & time of the week. But no doubt, my brother Muni is a tough dude who I've seen do some of the most athletic things ever. I'm excited at the opportunity to play with him again some day.

What was your memories of NBA superstar Trae Young? What kind of bond did you have to the freshman? Do you still have contact to him or is he in his own world now?

Funnily enough Trae and I actually dated different girls who were on the dance team so we spent a fair bit of time with each other off the court. But he was obviously a natural superstar from high school onwards. I still have his contact but we haven't spoken in a few years since he made the NBA.

You then finished at the University of California Santa Barbara (NCAA) averaging 9.5ppg, 4.2rpg, 1.9apg, FGP: 46.3%, 3PT: 38.3%, FT: 88.5% Was the 69-67 Cal Poly win in your last NCAA game one of your best wins ever?

My brother Jaquori hit the game winner!

How did head coach Joe Pasternack groom and prepare you best for a professional career?

As intense as Coach P is, I will be eternally grateful for everything he did for me. He restored faith in me that I can play basketball professionally at the highest level. As hard as he was on me, he did it because I needed it and he knew it would bring out the best in me, which it did.

Who won a 1-1 in practice you or Amadou Sow?

Love Amadou, tough ass kid. We had great battles. But I'm taking me every time.

Who is the toughest player that you ever faced on the floor so far in your career that reached the NBA?

There's been a few honestly but I remember Kenrich Williams at TCU, Jarrett Allen at Texas and probably Azubuike at Kansas. They were all damn tough.

Please name your five best teammates of all-time?

Man I almost can't answer this. I've had some amazing team mates over the years. But if I have to answer I'd have to say the guys who are my life long friends who I still talk to all the time. Logan Hunt, Jamuni McNeace, Daniel Harper, CJ Cole, Patrick Geha & Ty Lazenby

Please name your NBA Mount Rushmore

MJ, Lebron, Kobe, Shaq

What is your opinion of the neverending debate of who is the greatest of all time Jordan or Lebron?

I think it's stupid to try and compare two different Eras. The game continues to evolve every year. Jordan was the goat in his generation and Lebron in his. Simple. If they had played in the same era then I have absolutely no idea. They would both be different players had they played in each other's Eras.

Did you see the sequel to the classic Coming To America? Shouldn't they have left it alone?

I heard not so good things about it so still haven't seen it! Don't want it to ruin the original for me!!

Thanks Matt for the chat.

ProA Round 26: Lions defeat Rasta Vechta - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Rasta Vechta (21-5) in Karlsruhe on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by sixth ranked Lions (15-11) 92-81. 24 personal fouls committed by Rasta Vechta helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Naturalized Ivorian guard Bazoumana Kone (190-1993, college: Bremerhaven) orchestrated the victory by scoring 31 points and 6 assists. American point guard Ben Shungu (188-1997, college: Vermont) contributed with 20 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. American Tajuan Agee (201-1997, college: Iona) replied with 17 points and 7 rebounds for Rasta Vechta. Rasta Vechta's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Lions have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Giessen and Hagen. Rasta Vechta at the other side still keeps top position with five games lost. Lions is looking forward to face Uni Baskets (#8) in Paderborn in the next round. Rasta Vechta will play at home against SparkassenStars (#11) and is hoping to win this game.
Another exciting game for Titans (16-10) which played on the court of one of their biggest challengers Phoenix Hagen (15-11). Fifth ranked Titans won 89-85. Canadian Tanner Graham (200-1996, college: Queen's) scored 24 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Georg Voigtmann chipped in 12 points and 4 assists during the contest. Center Marcel Kessen (207-1997) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Titans have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Phoenix Hagen at the other side dropped to the fifth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Giessen and Karlsruhe PS. Titans will play against bottom-ranked Schwenningen (#18) at home in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Phoenix Hagen will play against Kirchheim Knights (#12) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Very important is a road loss of second ranked Tigers (19-7) against thirteenth ranked SparkassenStars (12-14) on Saturday night. Visiting Tigers were defeated by SparkassenStars in Bochum 98-82. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Tigers. Hendrik Drescher notched 25 points and 5 rebounds (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field) to lead the effort. Even 29 points and 4 steals by Zac Seljaas did not help to save the game for Tigers. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. SparkassenStars moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Trier and Kirchheim. Loser Tigers keep the second position with seven games lost. SparkassenStars will meet league's leader Rasta Vechta on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Tigers will play against Falcons in Nuernberg and hope to secure a win.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 26: Giessen beat Duesseldorf on the road 70-69. Artland destroyed Trier on its own court 96-77. Kirchheim unfortunately lost to Paderborn in a road game 80-84. Muenster managed to beat Nuernberg at home 75-70. Leverkusen was defeated by Jena on the opponent's court 78-85. Bottom-ranked Schwenningen was beaten by Bremerhaven in a home game 65-81.
The most impressive performance of 26th round was 27 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 blocks by Jacob Knauf of Schwenningen.

Bochum - Tuebingen 98-82

Very important is a road loss of second ranked Tigers (19-7) against thirteenth ranked SparkassenStars (12-14) on Saturday night. Visiting Tigers were defeated by SparkassenStars in Bochum 98-82. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Tigers. SparkassenStars made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Center Hendrik Drescher (204-2000) notched 25 points and 5 rebounds (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and American point guard Jalen Bradley (185-1993, college: ORU) supported him with 23 points and 5 assists. Even 29 points and 4 steals by American Zac Seljaas (203-1997, college: BYU) did not help to save the game for Tigers. Naturalized Croatian Mateo Seric (204-1999) added 15 points and 10 rebounds for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. SparkassenStars moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Trier and Kirchheim. Loser Tigers keep the second position with seven games lost. SparkassenStars will meet league's leader Rasta Vechta on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Tigers will play against Falcons in Nuernberg and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Tuebingen: Z.Seljaas 29+4reb+3ast, M.Seric 15+10reb, D.Jones 13+4reb, B.Dibba 10+2reb+1ast, T.Lanmueller 7+3reb+2ast, G.Otto 3+2ast
Bochum: H.Drescher 25+5reb+1ast, J.Bradley 23+2reb+5ast, T.Alte 12+6reb+1ast, T.Crockett 11+3reb+5ast, N.Geske 9+1reb+6ast, C.Garrison 6+3reb+4ast

Hagen - Dresden 85-89

Another exciting game for Titans (16-10) which played on the court of one of their biggest challengers Phoenix Hagen (15-11). Fifth ranked Titans won 89-85. They made 22-of-26 charity shots (84.6 percent) during the game. Titans shot the lights out from three nailing 17 long-distance shots on high 56.7 percentage. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. Phoenix Hagen was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Canadian Tanner Graham (200-1996, college: Queen's) scored 24 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and center Georg Voigtmann (213-1994) chipped in 12 points and 4 assists during the contest. Center Marcel Kessen (207-1997) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds and point guard Bjarne Kraushaar (190-1999) scored 18 points and 6 rebounds. Five Titans and four Phoenix Hagen players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Titans have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Phoenix Hagen at the other side dropped to the fifth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Giessen and Karlsruhe PS. Titans will play against bottom-ranked Schwenningen (#18) at home in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Phoenix Hagen will play against Kirchheim Knights (#12) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Hagen: K.Castlin 23+1reb+2ast, B.Kraushaar 18+6reb+3ast, M.Kessen 16+11reb+2ast, M.Omuvwie 10+4reb+2ast, J.Mann 8+4reb+4ast, A.Thompson 4+1reb+1ast
Dresden: T.Graham 24+6reb+1ast, G.Voigtmann 12+3reb+4ast, D.Kirchner 12+2reb+4ast, D.Kachelries 12+2reb+3ast, L.Schmikale 11+1reb+3ast, G.Teichmann 6+4reb

Duesseldorf - Giessen 69-70

No shocking result in a game when seventh ranked 46ers (15-11) edged on the road 16th ranked Duesseldorf (8-17) 70-69 on Saturday. American point guard Jordan Barnes (178-1997, college: Indiana St.) notched 21 points and 4 assists to lead the effort and Serbian forward Stefan Fundic (200-1994, agency: BeoBasket) supported him with 13 points and 10 rebounds. Even a double-double of 10 points and 16 rebounds by center Lennart Boner (209-1993) did not help to save the game for Duesseldorf. American guard CJ Anderson (197-1996, college: UMass, agency: One Motive Sports) added 10 points and 6 assists for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. 46ers moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Hagen and Karlsruhe PS. Duesseldorf lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the sixteenth position with 17 games lost. 46ers will meet Muenster (#15) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Duesseldorf will play against Gladiators in Trier and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Duesseldorf: R.Richmond 12+2reb+1ast, V.Friederici 11+3reb+1ast, L.Boner 10+16reb+1ast, C.Anderson 10+4reb+6ast, B.Coplin 9+2reb+4ast, C.Rollins 7+1reb
Giessen: J.Barnes 21+4ast, S.Fundic 13+10reb+1ast, R.Nyama 11+6reb, E.Wolf 11+9reb+1ast, K.Miksic 8+1reb+6ast, N.Brauner 3+1ast

Artland - Trier 96-77

Very expected game when 9th ranked Gladiators (12-14) were smashed by third ranked Artland Dragons (17-9) in Quakenbrueck 96-77 on Saturday. Artland Dragons dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Gladiators' 26 and made 19-of-21 free shots (90.5 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Gladiators 43-32 including 31 on the defensive glass. Artland Dragons looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American guard William Christmas (196-1996, college: CPP) notched a double-double by scoring 16 points, 13 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the effort and naturalized Croatian center Marko Bacak (210-1995) supported him with 18 points and 7 rebounds. Artland Dragons' coach Julien Patrick Flomo used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 23 points and 6 assists by point guard Garai Zeeb (187-1997) did not help to save the game for Gladiators. American forward Travis Daniels (203-1992, college: MSU) added 14 points and 6 rebounds for the guests. Five Artland Dragons and four Gladiators players scored in double figures. Artland Dragons maintains third position with 17-9 record having four points less than leader Vechta. Loser Gladiators dropped to the tenth place with 14 games lost. They share the position with Bochum and Kirchheim. Artland Dragons will meet Leverkusen (#17) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Gladiators will play against Duesseldorf (#16) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Trier: G.Zeeb 23+4reb+6ast, T.Daniels 14+6reb, J.Johnson 12+3reb+3ast, A.Laurent 11+6reb+1ast, D.Painter 9+7reb+3ast, P.Van Dyke 5+5reb+2ast
Artland: M.Bacak 18+7reb+1ast, W.Christmas 16+13reb+7ast, D.Zdravevski 12+3reb+1ast, J.Ratton 11+8reb, D.Perry 11+4reb+1ast, D.Milstead 9+6ast

Paderborn - Kirchheim 84-80

Rather predictable result when eighth ranked Uni Baskets (14-12) won against 11th ranked Kirchheim Knights (12-14) in Paderborn 84-80 on Saturday. Uni Baskets looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. American point guard Buzz Anthony (180-1998, college: RMC) notched 16 points and 9 assists to lead the effort and forward Marten Linssen (203-1998, college: St.Louis) supported him with 12 points. Uni Baskets' coach Steven Esterkamp used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Even a double-double of 14 points and 10 rebounds by American center Tyrone Nash (203-1988, college: Notre Dame) did not help to save the game for Kirchheim Knights. His fellow American import guard Michael Flowers (185-1999, college: WSU) added 16 points for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Uni Baskets have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain eighth position with 14-12 record. Loser Kirchheim Knights dropped to the tenth place with 14 games lost. They share the position with Trier and Bochum. Uni Baskets will meet at home higher ranked Lions (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Kirchheim Knights will play against Phoenix Hagen (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kirchheim: M.Flowers 16+4reb+3ast, P.Giese 14+2reb+2ast, T.Nash 14+10reb+2ast, R.Williams Jr. 12+2reb+7ast, J.Niedermanner 8+2reb, B.Bekteshi 6+1ast
Paderborn: B.Anthony 16+1reb+9ast, M.Linssen 12+4reb+2ast, G.Brock 11+2ast, J.Fleming 10+1reb+1ast, T.Jocelyn 9+1reb+1ast, L.Lagerpusch 6+5reb+4ast

Karlsruhe PS - Vechta 92-81

The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Rasta Vechta (21-5) in Karlsruhe on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by sixth ranked Lions (15-11) 92-81. 24 personal fouls committed by Rasta Vechta helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Naturalized Ivorian guard Bazoumana Kone (190-1993, college: Bremerhaven) orchestrated the victory by scoring 31 points and 6 assists. American point guard Ben Shungu (188-1997, college: Vermont) contributed with 20 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. American Tajuan Agee (201-1997, college: Iona) replied with 17 points and 7 rebounds and his fellow American import guard Ryan Schwieger (198-1999, college: Loyola, IL) added 16 points and 5 assists in the effort for Rasta Vechta. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Rasta Vechta's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Lions have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Giessen and Hagen. Rasta Vechta at the other side still keeps top position with five games lost. Lions is looking forward to face Uni Baskets (#8) in Paderborn in the next round. Rasta Vechta will play at home against SparkassenStars (#11) and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Vechta: T.Agee 17+7reb+2ast, R.Schwieger 16+4reb+5ast, A.Jones 14+5reb+2ast, J.Aminu 11+6reb+4ast, N.Bohannon 8+4reb, R.Lodders 6+3reb
Karlsruhe PS: B.Kone 31+2reb+6ast, B.Shungu 20+7reb+3ast, I.Karacic 12+4reb+2ast, L.Cugini 10+4reb+1ast, L.Cabbil 9+5reb+3ast, D.Bajo 8+5reb+1ast

Muenster - Nuernberg 75-70

There was a minor upset when 12th ranked Falcons (11-15) lost on the road to fifteenth ranked Muenster (10-16) 75-70 on Saturday. Muenster made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. Muenster outrebounded Falcons 42-28 including 30 on the defensive glass. The former international center Andreas Seiferth (209-1989) notched a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds to lead the effort and point guard Jasper Guenther (181-1999) supported him with 14 points. Muenster's coach Bjoern Harmsen used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Even 20 points by American point guard Thomas Wilder (190-1995, college: W.Michigan) did not help to save the game for Falcons. Center Moritz Krimmer (202-2000) added 15 points and 5 rebounds for the guests. Muenster moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with Jena. Falcons lost seventh consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth position with 15 games lost. Muenster will meet at home higher ranked 46ers (#7) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Falcons will play against the league's second-placed Tigers (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Nuernberg: T.Wilder 20+4reb+2ast, M.Krimmer 15+5reb, J.Ramanauskas 8+2reb+5ast, R.Kreuser 7+10reb, F.Christian 5+1ast, T.Koepple 5+2reb
Muenster: J.Guenther 14+4reb+2ast, J.Jones 12+6reb+1ast, A.Seiferth 12+10reb+1ast, S.Wess 10+2reb, H.Petursson 8+2reb+5ast, A.Touray 6+3reb+2ast

Jena - Leverkusen 85-78

Everything went according to plan when fifteenth ranked Science City Jena (10-16) defeated at home 17th ranked Leverkusen (8-18) 85-78 on Sunday. Science City Jena shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 56.5 percentage. American guard Seth Allen (185-1994, college: Virginia Tech) notched 20 points and 5 assists to lead the effort and the other American import Brandon Thomas (198-1984, college: UMass, agency: Interperformances) supported him with 19 points. Even 19 points and 4 assists by Canadian guard Kadre Gray (186-1997, college: Laurentian) did not help to save the game for Leverkusen. American forward Nick Hornsby (201-1995, college: Sacramento St.) added 10 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Science City Jena moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with Muenster. Loser Leverkusen keeps the seventeenth position with 18 games lost. Science City Jena will meet higher ranked Eisbaeren Bremerhaven (#9) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Leverkusen will play against Artland Dragons (#3) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Leverkusen: K.Gray 19+4reb+4ast, H.Hujic 14+3reb+2ast, M.Jostmann 12+6reb, N.Hornsby 10+6reb+5ast, D.Kovacevic 8+3reb, T.Crews 7+6ast
Jena: S.Allen 20+2reb+5ast, B.Thomas 19+2reb+3ast, S.Kerusch 12+7reb, C.Guyton 11+1reb+1ast, V.Radojicic 9+1reb+4ast, S.Hines 4+3reb

Schwenningen - Bremerhaven 65-81

There was no surprise when 18th ranked Schwenningen (5-20) lost at home to ninth ranked Eisbaeren Bremerhaven (13-13) 81-65 on Sunday. Eisbaeren Bremerhaven dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Schwenningen's 26. They outrebounded Schwenningen 33-21 including a 29-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Eisbaeren Bremerhaven looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. American point guard Matt Frierson (185-1997, college: Citadel) notched 18 points to lead the effort and Slovakian point guard Simon Krajcovic (188-1994, college: LMU) supported him with 11 points and 8 assists. Five Eisbaeren Bremerhaven players scored in double figures. Eisbaeren Bremerhaven's coach Steven Key used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 27 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 blocks (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) by Jacob Knauf (210-1997) did not help to save the game for Schwenningen. American point guard Casey Benson (191-1995, college: GCU) added 14 points and 5 assists for the hosts. Eisbaeren Bremerhaven maintains ninth position with 13-13 record. Schwenningen lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 20 games lost. Eisbaeren Bremerhaven will meet at home Science City Jena (#14) in the next round where they are favorite. Schwenningen will play against Titans (#4) in Dresden and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Schwenningen: J.Knauf 27+6reb+5ast, C.Benson 14+2reb+5ast, B.Buck 9+6reb+5ast, J.Mampuya 7+2reb+1ast, E.Womala 5+3reb+1ast, M.Mboya Kotieno 3+2reb+4ast
Bremerhaven: M.Frierson 18+2reb+2ast, J.Stovall 12+5reb, S.Krajcovic 11+3reb+8ast, J.Reischel 10+5reb+3ast, R.Oehle 10+4reb+2ast, K.Thomas 8+2reb+1ast

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GREECE

Stats Leaders - A1

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Loukas MAVROKEFALIDIS

Ioni.
(207-C-1984)
Avg: 21.1

21.1

17.6

17.1

16.6

15.9

Andrew Andrews leaves Panathinaikos - by Eurobasket News

Greek A2 round 22 best performance: Lefteris Zarmakoupis - by Eurobasket News

Guard Lefteris Zarmakoupis (191-G-1999) put on an amazing game in the last round for Ermis S., receiving a Hoops Agents A2 Player of the Week award for round 22.
The 23-year old player was the main contributor (17 points, seven rebounds and four assists) to his team's victory, helping them to outclass Kavalas (#16, 1-20) with 28-point margin 104-76. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Ermis S. is placed at 9th position in Greek A2. Ermis S. 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. Zarmakoupis has many years of experience at Ermis S., through which he has constantly improved. Lefteris Zarmakoupis averages this season 7.8ppg.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Antwain Johnson (188-G-1997, agency: Green Sports Management) of Kavalas. Johnson had a very good evening with 30 points and 3 assists. Bad luck as Kavalas lost that game 76-104 to the higher-ranked Ermis S. (#9, 11-9). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Kavalas is still at the dead bottom 16th position. 20 lost games are too many comparing to just one victory Kavalas managed to get this year. Johnson is a newcomer at Kavalas, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was guard Alexandros Stergiakis (190-G-1997) of FEA Filadelfeia (#15). Stergiakis scored 20 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). Despite Stergiakis' great performance FEA Filadelfeia lost 60-87 to slightly higher-ranked Amyntas (#14, 8-14). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Stergiakis has a very solid season. In 21 games in Greece he scored 13.8ppg. He also has 5.6rpg, 3.3spg and FGP: 57.2%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Marios Doxas (207-C-1996) of Amyntas - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Kevion Taylor (196-G/F-1999) of Iraklis - 22 points and 13 rebounds
6. Tyus Jefferson (185-PG-1997) of Aias Evosmou - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists
7. Michalis Kamperidis (206-F/C-1994) of AO Triton - 14 points, 16 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Stefan Mitrovic (195-G-1996) of Koroivos - 12 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists
9. Kyree Walker (198-C-2000) of Aias Evosmou - 20 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Fotis Vasilopoulos (187-PG-1986) of Ermis S. - 20 points and 7 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)

B Round 20: Makedonikos lose to L.Xanthis - by Eurobasket News

There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in B League. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Top ranked Makedonikos (15-4) recorded its fourth loss on the court of sixth ranked L.Xanthis on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by L.Xanthis 73-66. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Makedonikos. L.Xanthis have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Makedonikos at the other side still keeps top position with four games lost. L.Xanthis are looking forward to face league's second-placed Gefyra in Thessaloniki in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Makedonikos will have a break next round.
Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Athens: Milonas (#1) and Enosi (#7). Enosi was defeated at home 55-63 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Undefeated Milonas (20-0) have an impressive 20-game winning streak. Newly promoted Milonas maintains first position with a perfect record of 20 victories in a row. Enosi at the other side dropped to the eighth place with 12 games lost. Milonas will play against Zografou (#9) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Enosi will play against Neo Lixurio and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Ethnikos (10-9) against eighth ranked Neo Lixurio (8-10) on Saturday night. Visiting Ethnikos was crushed by Neo Lixurio in 80-59. Neo Lixurio have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Pagrati. Loser Ethnikos dropped to the fourth position with nine games lost. They share it with Esperos K.. Neo Lixurio will meet Enosi (#8) in the next round. Ethnikos will play against the league's second-placed Mykonou (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Rest of the games of round 20 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Ilysiakos was defeated by APAS in Nafplion 95-87. Dafni GS beat Zografou at home 76-75. Aiolos Agyia won against Ahagia on the opponent's court 76-69. Mykonou outscored Pagrati in a home game 100-70. Peukis recorded a loss to Aigaleo on the road 94-85. Doukas was defeated by P.Faliro on its own court 59-68. Diagoras was beaten by Nea Kifissia in Athens 68-60. Panelefsiniakos lost to Panionios at home 81-85. Esperos K. outscored AOK Chania on the opponent's court 105-53. OFI recorded a loss to Proteas V. in a home game 65-83. Doxa Lefkadas defeated Niki Volou on the road 86-75. Esperos L. beat Filippos Veroias on its own court 77-73. Olympiacos V. was destroyed by Ikaroi T. in Trikala 96-57. Anagenisi K. unfortunately lost to Proteas G. at home 89-93. Gefyra rolled over Efkarpias on the opponent's court 91-70. Stavroupolis was defeated by Panserraikos in a home game 69-81. Winless Polygirou was smashed by DEKA on the road 85-51. Machites destroyed Ermis Lagkada on its own court 96-50.

Group 1

APAS - Ilysiakos 95-87

There was no surprise in Nafplion where 10th ranked Ilysiakos (6-12) was defeated by fourth ranked APAS (10-7) 95-87 on Saturday. APAS moved-up to third place. Loser Ilysiakos keeps the tenth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Diagoras. APAS will meet Aiolos Agyia (#5) in the next round. Ilysiakos' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Athens Dafni GS.

Dafni GS - Zografou 76-75

There was a small surprise in Athens where eleventh ranked Dafni GS (5-12) edged 9th ranked Zografou (6-11) 76-75 on Saturday. Dafni GS moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Proteas G. Loser Zografou keeps the ninth position with 11 games lost. Dafni GS's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Athens to the arena Ilysiakos.

Enosi - Milonas 55-63

Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Athens: Milonas (#1) and Enosi (#7). Enosi was defeated at home 55-63 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Milonas (20-0) have an impressive 20-game winning streak. Newly promoted Milonas maintains first position with a perfect record of 20 victories in a row. Enosi at the other side dropped to the eighth place with 12 games lost. Milonas will play against Zografou (#9) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Enosi will play against Neo Lixurio and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Ahagia - Aiolos Agyia 69-76

Very expected game in Kato Achaia where 12th ranked Ahagia (4-14) was defeated by sixth ranked Aiolos Agyia (9-10) 76-69 on Saturday. Aiolos Agyia moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Nea Kifissia. Loser Ahagia keeps the twelfth position with 14 games lost. Aiolos Agyia will meet at home higher ranked APAS (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Ahagia will play against Pagrati (#7) in Athens and hope to secure a win.

Mykonou - Pagrati 100-70

Rather predictable result in Mykonos where second ranked Mykonou (15-2) outscored 5th ranked Pagrati (8-10) 100-70 on Saturday. Mykonou have an impressive six-game winning streak. Newly promoted Mykonou maintains second position with 15-2 record having five points less than leader Vikos I. Pagrati lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Neo Lixurio. Mykonou will meet Ethnikos (#4) in the next round. Pagrati will play against Ahagia and hope to secure a win and be promoted back to the Elite League just one year after relegation.

Neo Lixurio - Ethnikos 80-59

Very important is a road loss of third ranked Ethnikos (10-9) against eighth ranked Neo Lixurio (8-10) on Saturday night. Visiting Ethnikos was crushed by Neo Lixurio in 80-59. Neo Lixurio have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Pagrati. Loser Ethnikos dropped to the fourth position with nine games lost. They share it with Esperos K.. Neo Lixurio will meet Enosi (#8) in the next round. Ethnikos will play against the league's second-placed Mykonou (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Group 2

Aigaleo - Peukis 94-85

Not a big story in a game when 11th ranked Peukis (4-13) was defeated on the road by fourth ranked Aigaleo (12-6) 94-85 on Saturday. Aigaleo have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 12-6 record. Newly promoted Peukis dropped to the ninth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Votsis and Stavroupolis. Aigaleo will meet league's leader Panionios in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Peukis' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Athens Doukas.

Doukas - P.Faliro 59-68

Everything went according to plan in Athens where fifth ranked P.Faliro (12-7) won against 8th ranked Doukas (7-11) 68-59 on Saturday. P.Faliro moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Machites. Loser Doukas keeps the eighth position with 11 games lost. P.Faliro will meet Diagoras (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. Doukas' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Athens to the arena Peukis.

Nea Kifissia - Diagoras 68-60

There was no surprise in Athens where 10th ranked Diagoras (6-12) was defeated by seventh ranked Nea Kifissia (9-10) 68-60 on Saturday. Nea Kifissia moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Aiolos Agyia. Newly promoted Diagoras keeps the tenth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Ilysiakos. Nea Kifissia will meet at home OFI (#9) in the next round. Diagoras will play against P.Faliro and hope to secure a win.

Panelefsiniakos - Panionios 81-85

The game between closely ranked teams ended with first ranked Panionios' (18-1) road victory over second-ranked Panelefsiniakos (14-5) 85-81 on Saturday. Panionios have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 18-1 record. Loser Panelefsiniakos keeps the second place with five games lost. Panionios will meet at home Aigaleo (#4) in the next round. Panelefsiniakos will play against Esperos K. in Kallithea and hope to secure a win.

AOK Chania - Esperos K. 53-105

Very expected game when bottom-ranked AOK Chania (0-20) was rolled over at home by sixth ranked Esperos K. (10-9) 105-53 on Saturday. Esperos K. have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Ethnikos. Loser AOK Chania still closes the standings with 20 games lost. Esperos K. will meet at home league's second-placed Panelefsiniakos in the next round and it may be the game of the week. AOK Chania will play against Proteas V. (#3) in Voula and hopes to get finally their first victory.

OFI - Proteas V. 65-83

Very predictable result in Heraklion where third ranked Proteas V. (13-5) beat 9th ranked OFI (7-12) 83-65 on Saturday. Proteas V. maintains third position with 13-5 record having six points less than leader Vikos I., which they share with Panserraikos. OFI lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with 12 games lost. Proteas V. will meet at home AOK Chania (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. OFI will play against Nea Kifissia in Athens and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Group 3

Niki Volou - Doxa Lefkadas 75-86

Not a big story in a game in NIki Volou where 6th ranked Niki Volou (10-6) was defeated by third ranked Doxa Lefkadas (13-4) 86-75 on Saturday. Doxa Lefkadas maintains third position with 13-4 record having seven points less than leader Vikos I. Loser Niki Volou keeps the sixth place with six games lost. Doxa Lefkadas will meet at home league's second-placed Esperos L. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Niki Volou will play against the league's leader Vikos I. (#1) in Ioannina and hope to secure a win.

Esperos L. - Filippos Veroias 77-73

Everything went according to plan in Lamia where second ranked Esperos L. (13-3) won against 4th ranked Filippos Veroias (12-5) 77-73 on Saturday. Esperos L. maintains second position with 13-3 record having eight points less than leader Vikos I. Loser Filippos Veroias dropped to the fifth place with five games lost. Esperos L. will meet Doxa Lefkadas (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Filippos Veroias will have a break next round.

Ikaroi T. - Olympiacos V. 96-57

There was no surprise in Trikala where 10th ranked Olympiacos V. (1-17) was crushed by fifth ranked Ikaroi T. (12-4) 96-57 on Saturday. Ikaroi T. moved-up to fourth place. Olympiacos V. lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 17 games lost. Ikaroi T. will meet Proteas G. (#7) in the next round. Olympiacos V. will play against Ioanninon and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Anagenisi K. - Proteas G. 89-93

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Karditsas where eighth ranked Proteas G. (5-12) defeated 7th ranked Anagenisi K. (5-13) 93-89 on Saturday. Proteas G. have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Dafni GS. Loser Anagenisi K. dropped to the eighth position with 13 games lost. Proteas G. will meet at home higher ranked Ikaroi T. (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Anagenisi K. will play against Votsis (#9) in Thessaloniki and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Group 4

Efkarpias - Gefyra 70-91

Very expected game in Thessaloniki where 10th ranked Efkarpias (2-16) was rolled over by second ranked Gefyra (14-4) 91-70 on Saturday. Gefyra have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 14-4 record having five points less than leader Vikos I. Efkarpias lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with 16 games lost. Gefyra will meet at home L.Xanthis (#5) in the next round. Efkarpias will play against Panserraikos (#3) in Serres and hope to secure a win.

L.Xanthis - Makedonikos 73-66

Top ranked Makedonikos (15-4) recorded its fourth loss on the court of sixth ranked L.Xanthis on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by L.Xanthis 73-66. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Makedonikos. L.Xanthis have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Makedonikos at the other side still keeps top position with four games lost. L.Xanthis are looking forward to face league's second-placed Gefyra in Thessaloniki in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Makedonikos will have a break next round.

Stavroupolis - Panserraikos 69-81

Very predictable result in Thessaloniki where third ranked Panserraikos (13-5) beat 9th ranked Stavroupolis (4-13) 81-69 on Saturday. Panserraikos have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 13-5 record having six points less than leader Vikos I., which they share with Proteas V. Stavroupolis lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the ninth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Peukis and Votsis. Panserraikos will meet at home Efkarpias (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Stavroupolis will play against Polygirou in Polygyrou and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

DEKA - Polygirou 85-51

Not a big story in a game in Athens where bottom-ranked Polygirou (0-18) was outplayed by eighth ranked DEKA (8-9) 85-51 on Saturday. Newly promoted DEKA maintains eighth position with 8-9 record. Loser Polygirou still closes the standings with 18 games lost. DEKA will meet higher ranked Ermis Lagkada (#7) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Polygirou will play against Stavroupolis (#9) and hopes to get finally their first victory.

Machites - Ermis Lagkada 96-50

The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Machites' (12-7) home victory over 5th ranked Ermis Lagkada (10-8) 96-50 on Saturday. Machites maintains fourth position with 12-7 record, which they share with P.Faliro. Loser Ermis Lagkada dropped to the sixth place with eight games lost. They share the position with HANTH. Machites will meet HANTH (#6) in the next round. Ermis Lagkada will play against DEKA and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

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HIGH SCHOOLS

Gateway Legacy Chris keep Albuquerque for another season - by Paulo Freire

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HOLLAND

Promotiedivisie Round 18: Uitsmijters are defeated by Attacus - by Eurobasket News

The games are now more important than at the beginning of the Regular Season. We may still expect few shocking results in upcoming 4 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most important game in the last round took place in Almelo between third ranked Uitsmijters (10-7) and tenth ranked Attacus (7-9) on Saturday night. Uitsmijters were defeated by Attacus in a tough game at home 65-71. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Uitsmijters. Attacus moved-up to seventh place. Uitsmijters at the other side keep the third position with seven games lost. Attacus are looking forward to face higher ranked De Groene (#6) in Groningen in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Uitsmijters will play on the road against Leiden and are hoping to win this game.
Promotiedivisie top team - Lokomotief (15-1) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed sixth ranked Leiden (7-10) in Rijswijk 91-67. Lokomotief have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 15-1 record. Leiden lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Scylla. Lokomotief will play against Scylla (#9) in Groningen in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Leiden will play at home against Uitsmijters and hopes to get back on the winning track.
12th ranked Apolloheat (2-15) was outscored at home by fifth ranked CobraNova (9-7) with the biggest margin this round 91-62 on Saturday night. CobraNova moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Dreamfields D. Newly promoted Apolloheat stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. CobraNova will meet at home Dolphins (#4) in the next round. Apolloheat will play against Grasshoppers (#11) in Katwijk and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 18: De Groene won against Noordkop on the opponent's court 67-51. Dreamfields D. outscored Scylla in a home game 90-66. Grasshoppers was rolled over Utrecht on the road 96-75.

Apolloheat - CobraNova 62-91

12th ranked Apolloheat (2-15) was outscored at home by fifth ranked CobraNova (9-7) with the biggest margin this round 91-62 on Saturday night. CobraNova moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Dreamfields D. Newly promoted Apolloheat stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. CobraNova will meet at home Dolphins (#4) in the next round. Apolloheat will play against Grasshoppers (#11) in Katwijk and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Uitsmijters - Attacus 65-71

The most important game in the last round took place in Almelo between third ranked Uitsmijters (10-7) and tenth ranked Attacus (7-9) on Saturday night. Uitsmijters were defeated by Attacus in a tough game at home 65-71. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Uitsmijters. Attacus moved-up to seventh place. Uitsmijters at the other side keep the third position with seven games lost. Attacus are looking forward to face higher ranked De Groene (#6) in Groningen in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Uitsmijters will play on the road against Leiden and are hoping to win this game.

Lokomotief - Leiden 2 91-67

Promotiedivisie top team - Lokomotief (15-1) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed sixth ranked Leiden (7-10) in Rijswijk 91-67. Lokomotief have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 15-1 record. Leiden lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Scylla. Lokomotief will play against Scylla (#9) in Groningen in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Leiden will play at home against Uitsmijters and hopes to get back on the winning track.

Noordkop - De Groene 51-67

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 8th ranked Noordkop (6-8) was defeated at home by ninth ranked De Groene (7-8) 67-51 on Saturday. De Groene moved-up to sixth place. Loser Noordkop dropped to the tenth position with eight games lost. De Groene will meet Attacus (#7) in the next round. Noordkop will play against the league's second-placed Utrecht and hope to secure a win.

Dreamfields D. - Scylla 90-66

Rather predictable result when fourth ranked Dolphins (9-7) smashed at home 7th ranked Scylla (7-10) 90-66 on Saturday. Dolphins have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 9-7 record, which they share with CobraNova. Scylla lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the eighth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Leiden 2. Dolphins will meet CobraNova (#5) in the next round. Scylla will play against the league's leader Lokomotief and hope to secure a win.

Utrecht - Grasshoppers 96-75

Not a big story in a game when 11th ranked Grasshoppers (5-11) were rolled over on the road by second ranked Utrecht (12-3) 96-75 on Saturday. Utrecht have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 12-3 record having four points less than leader Lokomotief. Loser Grasshoppers keep the eleventh place with 11 games lost. Utrecht will meet at home Noordkop (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Grasshoppers will play against Apolloheat and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

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HUNGARY

Best players of Hungarian A Division round 23 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American Quincy Ford (203-F-1993) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Arconic-Alba and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 23.
The 29-year old forward had the game-high 26 points adding nine rebounds and four assists for Arconic-Alba in his team's victory, helping them to crush Hubner NBS (#14, 2-21) with 19-point margin 103-84. Arconic-Alba is placed at 3rd position in Hungarian A Division. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Arconic-Alba will need more victories to improve their 15-8 record. In the team's last game Ford had a remarkable 62.5% from 2-point range. He turned to be Arconic-Alba's top player in his first season with the team. Northeastern University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Ford is in league's top in rebounds (8th best: 7.4rpg) and averages solid 2.1spg,58.0% FGP and 40.6% from behind 3-point line.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young U.S. Virgin Islands guard Deon Edwin (190-G-1992) of Atomeromu. Edwin impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 23 points and 11 rebounds. Of course Atomeromu cruised to a 91-82 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked OSE Lions (#11, 8-15). Atomeromu's 5th position in the standings has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 13-10 record is not bad and everything may still change. Edwin is a newcomer at Atomeromu and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.2ppg (#7). His other stats are also decent: 6.6rpg and 6.3apg.

The third best performed player last round was American Desi Washington (188-G-1992) of Szedeak (#12). Washington showcased his all-around game by recording 29 points, nine rebounds and six assists in the last round. He was a key player of Szedeak, leading his team to a 85-74 win against slightly lower-ranked Hubner NBS (#14, 2-21). Szedeak can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 6-17 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Washington has individually a great season in Hungary. After 23 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 19.5ppg (2nd best) and assists with 7.0apg (best passer). He also has FGP: 51.8% and 3PT: 43.8%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Juwan Durham (211-F-1997) of Sopron KC - 21 points and 11 rebounds
5. Rytis Pipiras (201-SF-1995) of Hubner NBS - 29 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Josip Barnjak (193-G/F-1998) of OSE Lions - 23 points, 2 rebounds and 6 assists
7. Adam Somogyi (191-PG-2000) of Arconic-Alba - 23 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Djordje Drenovac (201-G/F-1992) of DEAC - 20 points and 7 rebounds
9. Siyani Chambers (183-PG-1993) of Kormend - 15 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists
10. Bojan Subotic (203-F-1990) of Szolnok - 26 points and 6 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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ICELAND

Standings - D1 League

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Ahmad GILBERT

Hrunamenn
(200-F-1996)
Avg: 31.6

31.6

30.2

28.8

21.0

20.9

Icelandic Subway League round 19 best performance: Dedrick Basile - by Eurobasket News

American Point guard Dedrick Basile (178-PG-1994) had a great game in the last round for top-ranked Njardvik, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 19.
The 28-year old player was the main contributor (31 points, seven rebounds and eight assists) to his team's victory, helping them to edge out Thor Thorl (#7, 8-11) 117-113. It allowed Njardvik to consolidate first place in the Icelandic Subway League. Njardvik have a solid 16-3 record. In the team's last game Basile had a remarkable 64.7% from 2-point range. It's his second year at Njardvik and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Former California State University Bakersfield star has very solid stats this year. Basile is in league's top in points (7th best: 19.9ppg), assists (2nd best: 8.6apg) and averages impressive 57.2% FGP and 40.5% from behind 3-point line.

The second best player in last round's games was another Njardvik's star - young Argentinian Lisandro Rasio (197-PF-1990). Rasio had a very good evening with a double-double of 23 points and 13 rebounds. It was enough for Njardvik to edge the lower-ranked Thor Thorl (#7, 8-11) 117-113. Of course Njardvik still keep the league's top spot. His team lost just three games this season, while they won 16 matches. Rasio is a newcomer at Njardvik, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was Danish guard Adama Darboe (190-G-1986, agency: Slash Sports) of Stjarnan (#9). Darboe showcased his all-around game by recording 28 points, five rebounds and nine assists in the last round. He was a key player of Stjarnan, leading his team to a 112-97 easy win against Breidablik (8-11). The chances of Stjarnan ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 11 games, recording just eight victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Darboe could help Stjarnan to bring them higher in the standings. Darboe has a great season in Iceland. After 19 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. William Gutenius (206-SF-1992) of Stjarnan - 29 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Gaios Skordilis (207-C-1987) of Grindavik - 25 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Everage Richardson (191-G-1985) of Breidablik - 30 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists
7. Vinnie Shahid (180-PG-1998) of Thor Thorl - 37 points and 10 assists
8. Kari Jonsson (192-G-1997) of Valur - 28 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Thorvaldur Arnason (198-F-2002) of KR - 20 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Sigtryggur Bjornsson (180-PG-1993) of Tindastoll - 30 points and 4 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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Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Brandone FRANCIS

Prawira
(194-SF-1994)
Avg: 26.1

26.1

21.3

21.0

19.9

19.9

Best players of Indonesian IBL round 29 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Experienced American Anthony Johnson (203-PF-1988) had a great game in the last round for Dewa United and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 29.
The 34-year old power forward had a double-double of 24 points and twelve rebounds, while his team crushed Pacific Caesar (#15, 2-15) with 17-point margin 85-68. Dewa United maintains the 4th position in Indonesian IBL. They are still close to the very top. Dewa United would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 13-3 record. Johnson turned to be Dewa United's top player in his first season with the team. Fairfield University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Johnson is in league's top in points (7th best: 13.8ppg) and averages solid 52.4% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Dominican Rep. Brandone Francis (194-SF-1994) of Prawira. Francis impressed basketball fans with 27 points and 5 rebounds. Of course he led Prawira to another comfortable win 86-69 over the lower-ranked Hangtuah (#11, 6-11) being unquestionably team leader. This victory allowed Prawira to move up to 3rd position in the standings. His team lost just two games this season, while they won 13 matches. Francis is a newcomer at Prawira and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 26.2ppg (#1). He also registered 6.1 boards per game.

The third best performed player last round was British Morakinyo Williams (209-C-1988) of Pacific Caesar (#15). Williams scored 14 points and grabbed sixteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Williams' great performance Pacific Caesar lost 68-85 to the higher-ranked Dewa United (#4, 13-3). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Pacific Caesar can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 2-15 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Williams has individually a great season in Indonesia. After 17 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 18.3ppg (6th best) and rebounds with 12.9rpg (#1 in league).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Ramon Galloway (190-G-1991) of Dewa United - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Jarred Shaw (211-C-1990) of Prawira - 19 points and 8 rebounds
6. Jay Bowie (196-G/F-1992) of Bali Utd. - 16 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Ronnie Boyce III (191-G-1995) of Hangtuah - 22 points and 12 rebounds
8. Dame Diagne (197-PF-2005) of Indonesia P. - 15 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Dior Lowhorn (201-F-1987) of Bali Utd. - 18 points and 5 rebounds
10. Anthony Allen (210-C-1992) of Tangerang - 10 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)

IBL Round 30: Top-ranked Satria Muda wins another game - by Eurobasket News

The games at this stage are more interesting as they can be crucial for the final standings in Regular Season. Despite we already know who is stronger and who is weaker, there may be still last minute surprises and upsets. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

IBL top team - Satria Muda (14-1) added another victory to their record on Sunday. This time they beat seventh ranked Bumi Borneo (10-7) in Jakarta 77-69. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Bumi Borneo. They outrebounded Bumi Borneo 46-28 including 18 on the offensive glass. It was a good game for the former international guard Muhamad Aziz (186-1996) who led his team to a victory with 23 points and 5 rebounds. The former international Arki Wisnu (187-1988) contributed with 16 points and 9 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) for the winners. American point guard Randy Bell (193-1998, college: Dalton St.) replied with 18 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for Bumi Borneo. Bumi Borneo's coach T Syailendra rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Satria Muda have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 14-1 record. Bumi Borneo at the other side keeps the seventh place with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Worth to mention about the upset in a game between Bima Perkasa (11-5) and Evos Bogor (5-11), which took place in Bogor. Higher ranked Bima Perkasa lost to twelfth ranked Evos Bogor in a road game 58-67. American forward Andre Jackson (199-1994, college: Bowie St., agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and David Haye chipped in 12 points during the contest. The best for the losing side was American Cameron Coleman (198-1992, college: York, NE, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) with 17 points and 5 steals. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Evos Bogor maintains twelfth position with 5-11 record. Bima Perkasa at the other side keeps the fifth place with five games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
The game between 9th ranked WBS (7-8) and third ranked Pelita Jaya (14-2) in Jakarta on Sunday ended with biggest points difference. Guests from Jakarta beat WBS 78-61. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of WBS. Andakara Dhyaksa notched 21 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 6 steals to lead the effort. Even 16 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists by Rio Disi did not help to save the game for WBS. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Pelita Jaya have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Prawira. Loser WBS keeps the ninth position with eight games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

In the last game of round 30 NSH was beaten by Rans Pik on the road 94-87.

Rans Pik - NSH 94-87

No shocking result in a game when seventh ranked Rans Pik (10-5) beat 13th ranked NSH (4-12) in Gor Merpati 94-87 on Sunday. Jamaican-American Akeem Scott (180-1983, college: High Point) notched a double-double by scoring 28 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and Althof Satrio (184-1998) supported him with 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Scott is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Rans Pik players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 33 points (!!!), 10 rebounds and 5 assists by American point guard Shavar Newkirk (179-1996, college: St.Joseph's) did not help to save the game for NSH. His fellow American import power forward Jarrid Famous (209-1988, college: S.Florida, agency: BIG) added 18 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Rans Pik moved-up to sixth place. NSH lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth position with 12 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
NSH: S.Newkirk 33+10reb+5ast, J.Famous 18+7reb+1ast, J.Panagan 11+2reb+3ast, A.Fachrul 8+2reb+2ast, H.Infandi 7+8reb, R.Aprilian 4+3reb
Rans Pik: A.Scott 28+10reb+4ast, S.Agus 15+4reb, S.Althof 13+7reb+4ast, F.Alexander 11+2reb+1ast, R.Smith 8+9reb+1ast, D.Nuban 8+2reb

Satria Muda - Bumi Borneo 77-69

IBL top team - Satria Muda (14-1) added another victory to their record on Sunday. This time they beat seventh ranked Bumi Borneo (10-7) in Jakarta 77-69. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Bumi Borneo. They outrebounded Bumi Borneo 46-28 including 18 on the offensive glass. It was a good game for the former international guard Muhamad Aziz (186-1996) who led his team to a victory with 23 points and 5 rebounds. The former international Arki Wisnu (187-1988) contributed with 16 points and 9 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) for the winners. Four Satria Muda players scored in double figures. American point guard Randy Bell (193-1998, college: Dalton St.) replied with 18 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and Ngurah Wisnu Budidharma (180-1990) added 14 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Bumi Borneo. Bumi Borneo's coach T Syailendra rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Satria Muda have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 14-1 record. Bumi Borneo at the other side keeps the seventh place with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Bumi Borneo: R.Bell 18+5reb+4ast, B.Ngurah Wisnu 14+5reb+2ast, S.Agam 8+2reb, C.Ridley 7+4reb, R.Shariputra 7+1reb, D.Muhammad 6+6reb+1ast
Satria Muda: M.Aziz 23+5reb, A.Wisnu 16+9reb+2ast, W.Teja 10+2reb+2ast, E.Antoni 10+1reb, L.Oei 10+3reb+1ast, A.Seputra 4+6reb+6ast

Evos Bogor - Bima Perkasa 67-58

Worth to mention about the upset in a game between Bima Perkasa (11-5) and Evos Bogor (5-11), which took place in Bogor. Higher ranked Bima Perkasa lost to twelfth ranked Evos Bogor in a road game 58-67. Evos Bogor forced 19 Bima Perkasa turnovers. American forward Andre Jackson (199-1994, college: Bowie St., agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American-Jamaican center David Haye (183-1994, college: SUNY Delhi) chipped in 12 points during the contest. Haye is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. The best for the losing side was American Cameron Coleman (198-1992, college: York, NE, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) with 17 points and 5 steals and Nuke Saputra (177-1995) scored 12 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Evos Bogor maintains twelfth position with 5-11 record. Bima Perkasa at the other side keeps the fifth place with five games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Bima Perkasa: C.Coleman 17+3reb+2ast, N.Saputra 12+4reb+3ast, F.Ikram 10+5reb+2ast, A.Adrianno 8+3reb+1ast, R.Purnomo 4+4reb+1ast, F.Niles 3+7reb
Evos Bogor: A.Jackson 24+10reb, D.Haye 12+1reb+2ast, H.Padre 7+6reb+1ast, W.Christopher 6+5reb+1ast, C.Adrian 6+4reb+2ast, R.Muhammad 4+2reb

WBS - Pelita Jaya 61-78

The game between 9th ranked WBS (7-8) and third ranked Pelita Jaya (14-2) in Jakarta on Sunday ended with biggest points difference. Guests from Jakarta beat WBS 78-61. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of WBS. Pelita Jaya dominated down low during the game scoring 36 of its points in the paint compared to WBS's 14. Pelita Jaya forced 20 WBS turnovers. The former international point guard Andakara Dhyaksa (173-1992) notched 21 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 6 steals to lead the effort and American guard Dashaun Wiggins (188-1991, college: Portland St.) supported him with 16 points and 9 rebounds. Even 16 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists by guard Rio Disi (185-1992) did not help to save the game for WBS. American-Liberian guard Prince Williams (195-1992, college: ECU) added 14 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Pelita Jaya have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Prawira. Loser WBS keeps the ninth position with eight games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
WBS: D.Rio 16+5reb+5ast, P.Williams 14+5reb+1ast, M.Joni 11+5reb+2ast, H.Sade 6+5reb, G.Risky 6+3reb, G.Nickson 5+3reb
Pelita Jaya: A.Dhyaksa 21+5reb+6ast, D.Wiggins 16+9reb+3ast, D.Sutton 9+4reb+1ast, A.Muhamad 9+8reb+2ast, S.Yesaya 9+2reb+3ast, V.Kosasih 4+2reb

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IRAQ

Superleague Round 19: ADSC is defeated by Zakho - 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 top-ranked ADSC (16-4) on the court of second ranked Zakho on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Zakho 100-88. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of ADSC. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Zakho maintains second place with 13-5 record having just one point less than leader ADSC. Newly promoted ADSC still keeps top position with four games lost. Zakho are looking forward to face Dijlah (#4) in Baghdad in the next round. ADSC will have a break next round.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Zakho. Their biggest opponent host Zakho (13-5) lost to third ranked Al-Hashd (12-6) 79-74. Al-Hashd maintains third place with 12-6 record having just two points less than leader ADSC. Zakho at the other side keeps the second position with five games lost. Al-Hashd's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Baghdad .
The game between Top Four teams took place in Kirku. 3rd placed host Ghaz Al-Shamal (9-11) was smashed by second ranked Al Shorta (15-1) 119-83. Al Shorta have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain second place with 15-1 record having just one point less than leader ADSC. Loser Ghaz Al-Shamal keeps the third position with 11 games lost. Al Shorta will meet league's second-placed Zakho on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Ghaz Al-Shamal will play against Dijlah and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last two games of round 19 ADSC destroyed Nift Al-Shamal on the opponent's court 100-79. Nift Al-Shamal was outscored by Al Shorta in a home game 64-93.

Zakho - Al-Hashd 74-79

The game between Top Four teams took place in Zakho. Their biggest opponent host Zakho (13-5) lost to third ranked Al-Hashd (12-6) 79-74. Al-Hashd maintains third place with 12-6 record having just two points less than leader ADSC. Zakho at the other side keeps the second position with five games lost. Al-Hashd's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Baghdad .

Nift Al-Shamal - ADSC 79-100

Very expected game in Kirkuk where 5th ranked Nift Al-Shamal (8-13) was crushed by first ranked ADSC (16-4) 100-79 on Wednesday. ADSC have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. Newly promoted ADSC maintains first place with 16-4 record. Nift Al-Shamal lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with 13 games lost. ADSC's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Baghdad .

Ghaz Al-Shamal - Al Shorta 83-119

The game between Top Four teams took place in Kirku. 3rd placed host Ghaz Al-Shamal (9-11) was smashed by second ranked Al Shorta (15-1) 119-83. Al Shorta have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain second place with 15-1 record having just one point less than leader ADSC. Loser Ghaz Al-Shamal keeps the third position with 11 games lost. Al Shorta will meet league's second-placed Zakho on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Ghaz Al-Shamal will play against Dijlah and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Zakho - ADSC 100-88

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked ADSC (16-4) on the court of second ranked Zakho on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Zakho 100-88. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of ADSC. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Zakho maintains second place with 13-5 record having just one point less than leader ADSC. Newly promoted ADSC still keeps top position with four games lost. Zakho are looking forward to face Dijlah (#4) in Baghdad in the next round. ADSC will have a break next round.

Nift Al-Shamal - Al Shorta 64-93

Rather predictable result in Kirkuk where second ranked Al Shorta (15-1) smashed 5th ranked Nift Al-Shamal (8-13) 93-64 on Saturday. Al Shorta have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain second place with 15-1 record having just one point less than leader ADSC. Nift Al-Shamal lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with 13 games lost. Al Shorta will meet league's second-placed Zakho on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Nift Al-Shamal will play against Dijlah and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

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IRELAND

Super League Standings

Super League Standings

North
1Eanna 14-5
2Belfast Star 13-6
3Killester 10-9
4Sligo All-Stars 8-11
5 Templeogue 6-13
6 DCU Saints 5-14
7 UCD Marian 2-17
South
1Maree 16-3
2UCC Demons 14-5
3Neptune 12-7
4Emporium 12-7
5 Tralee 11-8
6 Killorglin 6-13
7 Moycullen 4-15

Regular Season: Round 19

Mar. 11: Belfast Star - Templeogue 90-80
Mar. 11: Eanna - UCD Marian 89-75
Mar. 11: Maree - UCC Demons 87-71
Mar. 11: Emporium - DCU Saints 86-56
Mar. 11: Killorglin - Moycullen 79-67
Mar. 11: Killester - Sligo All-Stars 78-73
Mar. 11: Tralee - Neptune 73-77

Quarter-Finals: Round 1

Mar. 18: Eanna - Emporium
Mar. 18: UCC Demons - Killester
Mar. 18: Maree - Sligo All-Stars
Mar. 18: Belfast Star - Neptune

Division 1 Standings

Division 1 Standings

North Conference
1Tolka Rovers 15-4
2Malahide 14-5
3Drogheda 11-8
4Ulster Univ. 11-8
5 North West 8-11
6 Portlaoise 8-11
7 Dublin L. 7-12
South Conference
1Limerick C. 15-4
2Limerick SE 14-5
3Fr.Mathews 11-8
4ITC Carlow 9-10
5 St.Pauls 6-13
6 WIT Vikings 3-16
7 Killarney C. 1-18

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ISRAEL

Loto League Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Erick GREEN

H.Holon
(190-G-1991)
Avg: 21.5

21.5

21.2

18.6

17.1

17.1

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ITALY

stats leader

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Andrea RENZI

R.Calabria
(206-F/C-1989)
Avg: 21.9

21.9

20.2

18.7

17.3

16.7

Brown's 27 points and 8 rebounds give him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

30-year old shooting guard Markel Brown (191-SG-1992) had an amazing evening in the last round for Varese and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 21.
He had the game-high 27 points adding eight rebounds and five assists for Varese in his team's victory, helping them to beat Pesaro (#7, 11-10) 110-99. Varese is placed at 4th position in Italian league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Varese will need more victories to improve their 12-9 record. In the team's last game Brown had a remarkable three three-pointers out of 6 attempts. He turned to be Varese's top player in his first season with the team. Oklahoma State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Brown is in league's top in points (9th best: 16.2ppg).

Second best performed player last round was Tariq Owens (208-F-1995). He is American forward in his first season at Varese. In the last game Owens recorded impressive 24 points and 8 rebounds. Of course Varese cruised to a 110-99 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Pesaro (#7, 11-10). This victory allowed Varese to move up to 4th position in the standings. His team's 12-9 record is not bad at all. Owens is a newcomer at Varese and quickly became one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to guard Nicolo Mannion (190-PG-2001) of league's second-best Virtus BO. Mannion scored 27 points and passed five assists. He was a key player of Virtus BO, leading his team to a 83-68 easy win against the lower-ranked Venezia (#10, 9-12). Virtus BO is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 17-4 record is not that bad... Mannion has a very solid season. In 20 games in Italy he scored 11.1ppg. He also has 3.5apg and FGP: 53.2%. Nicolo Mannion has also Italian passport and can play in the league with a status of domestic player.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Chris Dowe (189-PG-1991) of Sassari - 22 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists
5. JaCorey Williams (203-C-1994) of Napoli - 22 points and 8 rebounds
6. Octavius Ellis (208-C-1993) of Treviso - 15 points and 12 rebounds
7. Colbey Ross (185-G-1998) of Varese - 17 points, 5 rebounds and 13 assists
8. Nicolo Melli (205-F/C-1991) of Milano - 14 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Matteo Spagnolo (193-G-2003) of Trento - 20 points and 7 assists
10. Semaj Christon (190-PG-1992) of Tortona - 20 points 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)

Orzinuovi win Serie B Cup title - by Eurobasket News

REAL SEBASTIANI RIETI-AGRIBERTOCCHI ORZINUOVI 45-66

Orzinuovi have won Serie B Cup title as they edged Real Rieti 66-45. They started with a 20-11 lead, whilst the opponents dominated the second and the third quarter. Orzinuovi needed a final 20-3 surge to seal the trophy.
Emanuele Trapani (182-PG-1999) top-scored for the winners with 17 points and Ennio Leonzio (191-G-1994) nailed 13. Giovanni Gasparin (190-G-1991, agency: Interperformances) notched 11 and Nicolas Alessandrini (203-F/C-2001) delivered 9. Alessandro Paesano (200-F/C-1993) replied with 11 points in a loss.

Vanoli Cremona clinch Coppa Serie A2 Italia LNP 2023 title - by Eurobasket News

Vanoli Basket Cremona - Tramec Cento 65-60

Vanoli Cremona clinched Coppa Italia LNP 2023 title as they defeated Tramec Cento 65-60. Vanoli ensured a 16-9 lead at the start and added a 22-16 run in the second frame. Moreover, Vanoli Basket Cremona won the third quarter 19-7, whilst Tramec Cento closed the game with a final 18-8 run.
Paul Eboua (203-F/C-2000, agency: SLN) top-scored for the winners with 17 points and Matteo Piccoli (195-SG-1995, agency: SLN) delivered 15. Mirza Alibegovic (196-G-1992) produced 12, whilst Davide Denegri (184-SG-1998, agency: SLN) had 9. Derrick Marks (191-G-1993, college: Boise St., agency: Players Group) and Giovanni Tomassini (188-PG-1988) nailed 16 points each in defeat.

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JAPAN

Stats Leaders - JBL Superleague

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Perrin BUFORD

Shimane SM
(198-F-1994)
Avg: 22.7

22.7

21.2

20.6

20.4

20.3

BJ League Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Matt BONDS

Nagasaki
(196-F-1995)
Avg: 23.0

23.0

21.8

20.9

20.8

20.7

JBL2 stats leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

AJ BRAMAH

Shinagawa
(201-F-1999)
Avg: 24.6

24.6

24.5

24.0

22.7

22.0

B3 League Round 43: Saitama beat Shizuoka in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in B3 League is slowly approaching the end. But there may be still some important changes in the final standings in the last 8 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Shizuoka. Third ranked Saitama faced their biggest opponent Shizuoka. Guests from Saitama (36-8) defeated host Shizuoka (36-8) 91-83. Saitama made 19-of-22 free shots (86.4 percent) during the game. Saitama outrebounded Shizuoka 34-22 including 24 on the defensive glass. American power forward Ryan Watkins (206-1991, college: Boise St., agency: Slash Sports) fired 17 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. point guard Taketo Kato (178-2000) chipped in 14 points and 6 assists. American center Kenny Lawson (207-1988, college: Creighton) produced 17 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Saitama have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Shizuoka. Shizuoka lost fourth consecutive game. Saitama is looking forward to face Gifu (#9) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Shizuoka will play against Yokohama EX (#5) in Tokyo and is hoping to win this game.
Bottom-ranked Shinagawa managed to get the third consecutive victory. This time they won against seventh-ranked Okayama 82-73. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward AJ Bramah (201-1999, college: Nevada) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 24 points and 16 rebounds. Renaldo Dixon contributed with 21 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. American forward Jerome Tillman (201-1987, college: Ohio) answered with 26 points and 8 rebounds for Okayama. Okayama's coach Kenji Hilke rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Shinagawa have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain sixteenth place with 6-38 record. Okayama at the other side keeps the seventh position with 20 games lost. Shinagawa will play against higher ranked Veertien Mie (#10) in Yokkaichi in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Okayama will play on the road against Tachikawa and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Leader Iwate delivered the 39th victory on Sunday night. This time they beat 12th ranked Shanan Utd (14-30) 84-73. It was a great evening for Kristian Doolittle who led his team to a victory scoring 22 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. At the losing side Chris Olivier responded with 15 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Iwate (39-5) have an impressive series of ten victories in a row. They maintain first place. Shanan Utd lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the eleventh position with 30 games lost. They share it with Kanazawa and Tokyo HT. Iwate will meet Toyoda (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Shanan Utd will play against Kagoshima in Renova and hope to secure a win.

Other games of round 43 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Yokohama EX defeated Veertien Mie in Tokyo 100-93. Gifu beat Tachikawa at home 86-78. Toyoda won against Yamaguchi on the opponent's court 79-69. Kagoshima outscored Tokyo HT in a home game 91-66.
The best stats of 43th round was 20 points and 11 rebounds by David Doblas of Tokyo HT.

Veertien Mie - Yokohama EX 93-100

There was no surprise in Yokkaichi where 10th ranked Veertien Mie (15-29) was defeated by fifth ranked Yokohama EX (33-11) 100-93 on Sunday. Yokohama EX made 26-of-31 free shots (83.9 percent) during the game. The game was dominated by American players. It was a great evening for center Ryan Stephan (208-1994, college: CMU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 14 rebounds. Swingman LJ Peak (196-1996, college: Georgetown, agency: Pensack Sports) helped adding 22 points. Four Yokohama EX players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Josh Martin (201-1995, college: Santa Clara) responded with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 21 rebounds and guard Tucker Haymond (198-1994, college: W.Michigan) scored 28 points and 4 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Yokohama EX maintains fifth place with 33-11 record. Newly promoted Veertien Mie keeps the tenth position with 29 games lost. Yokohama EX will meet at home higher ranked Shizuoka (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Veertien Mie will play against Shinagawa (#16) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Yokohama EX: L.Peak 22+4reb+1ast, R.Stephan 21+14reb+3ast, J.Faison 18+4reb+3ast, O.Shota 13+3reb, T.Yutaka 9+2reb+2ast, D.Taguchi 7+1reb+2ast
Veertien Mie: J.Martin 30+21reb+3ast, T.Haymond 28+2reb+4ast, S.Mizoguchi 11+3ast, S.Takaya 6, K.Tatsuya 6+1reb+4ast, K.Daiki 4+3reb+1ast

Iwate - Shanan Utd 84-73

Leader Iwate delivered the 39th victory on Sunday night. This time they beat 12th ranked Shanan Utd (14-30) 84-73. It was a great evening for American forward Kristian Doolittle (201-1997, college: Oklahoma, agency: Pensack Sports) who led his team to a victory scoring 22 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Beninese power forward Muusa Dama (207-1996, college: EIU, agency: Blacktop Management) helped adding 18 points and 12 rebounds. At the losing side American forward Chris Olivier (202-1992, college: OK State, agency: Octagon Europe) responded with 15 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and point guard Kodai Nakano (182-1994) scored 18 points. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Iwate (39-5) have an impressive series of ten victories in a row. They maintain first place. Shanan Utd lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the eleventh position with 30 games lost. They share it with Kanazawa and Tokyo HT. Iwate will meet Toyoda (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Shanan Utd will play against Kagoshima in Renova and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Iwate: K.Doolittle 22+9reb+6ast, M.Dama 18+12reb+1ast, B.Steele 12+7reb+1ast, T.Nihira 9+2reb, I.Harumichi 6+2reb+3ast, J.Taniguchi 6+2reb+2ast
Shanan Utd: K.Nakano 18+1ast, C.Olivier 15+7reb+4ast, J.Crawford 10+8reb+1ast, T.Shinya 9+2reb, I.Leon 5+1reb, T.Mao 4+1reb+1ast

Gifu - Tachikawa 86-78

No shocking result in a game when ninth ranked Gifu (18-26) defeated at home 15th ranked Tachikawa (12-32) 86-78 on Sunday. Gifu made 23-of-29 free shots (79.3 percent) during the game. Gifu outrebounded Tachikawa 48-20 including a 33-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for American forward Jerrell Wright (204-1991, college: La Salle) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 15 rebounds. His fellow American import forward Noah Dahlman (202-1989, college: Wofford) helped adding 14 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Gifu players scored in double figures. At the losing side American forward Tristin Walley (201-1996, college: Arkansas St., agency: One Motive Sports) responded with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and swingman Kota Akiyama (188-1996) scored 19 points. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Gifu maintains ninth place with 18-26 record. Newly promoted Tachikawa dropped to the fourteenth position with 32 games lost. They share it with Yamaguchi. Gifu will meet league's second-placed Saitama on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Tachikawa will play against Okayama (#7) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Gifu: J.Wright 25+15reb+1ast, N.Dahlman 14+7reb+5ast, T.Masahiro 13+4reb+2ast, K.Morito 13+6reb+2ast, A.Ryoya 11+4reb+3ast, H.Cort 4+4reb+2ast
Tachikawa: T.Walley 24+11reb+4ast, A.Kota 19+2reb, M.Jota 9+1reb+5ast, M.Sei 9+4ast, E.Rickman 9+3reb+1ast, M.Ousu 5+1reb+1ast

Yamaguchi - Toyoda 69-79

Very expected game when 14th ranked Yamaguchi (12-32) was defeated at home by eighth ranked Toyoda (19-25) 79-69 on Sunday. Toyoda looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was a great evening for Guamanian-American guard Earnest Ross (198-1991, college: Missouri, agency: Haylett Sports) who led his team to a victory scoring 20 points and 6 rebounds. Point guard Hajime Imabayashi (184-1999) helped adding 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Toyoda players scored in double figures. At the losing side Jamaican-British center Ryan Richards (212-1991) responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds and American forward Robert Sampson (203-1992, college: Georgia Tech) scored 13 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Toyoda maintains eighth place with 19-25 record. Loser Yamaguchi keeps the fourteenth position with 32 games lost. They share it with Tachikawa. Toyoda will meet at home league's leader Iwate in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Yamaguchi will play against Tokyo Utd (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Toyoda: E.Ross 20+6reb+3ast, I.Hajime 18+7reb+4ast, T.Ren 12+1reb+4ast, U.Kenshin 10+6reb+3ast, A.Ferguson 9+8reb+3ast, Y.Kolo 8+7reb+1ast
Yamaguchi: R.Richards 21+11reb+3ast, R.Sampson 13+6reb+1ast, R.Yamaguchi 9+4reb, S.Yuuki 8+2reb+2ast, H.Doi 7+2reb+1ast, T.Konosuke 5+3reb+2ast

Okayama - Shinagawa 73-82

Bottom-ranked Shinagawa managed to get the third consecutive victory. This time they won against seventh-ranked Okayama 82-73. They outrebounded Okayama 45-29 including a 37-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Okayama was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward AJ Bramah (201-1999, college: Nevada) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 24 points and 16 rebounds. Canadian center Renaldo Dixon (206-1990, college: NM State) contributed with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Four Shinagawa players scored in double figures. American forward Jerome Tillman (201-1987, college: Ohio) answered with 26 points and 8 rebounds and Nigerian forward Chukwudiebere Maduabum (206-1991) added 12 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Okayama. Okayama's coach Kenji Hilke rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Shinagawa have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain sixteenth place with 6-38 record. Okayama at the other side keeps the seventh position with 20 games lost. Shinagawa will play against higher ranked Veertien Mie (#10) in Yokkaichi in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Okayama will play on the road against Tachikawa and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Shinagawa: A.Bramah 24+16reb+2ast, R.Dixon 21+10reb+1ast, S.Yuto 13+4reb, T.Ikumi 13+7reb+2ast, S.Sekiguchi 3+1reb+1ast, H.Seiya 3
Okayama: J.Tillman 26+8reb, W.Kouki 14+4reb+1ast, C.Maduabum 12+6reb+2ast, M.Higuchi 6+2reb+7ast, M.Yusuke 5+1reb, S.Taisei 4+1reb

Shizuoka - Saitama 83-91

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Shizuoka. Third ranked Saitama faced their biggest opponent Shizuoka. Guests from Saitama (36-8) defeated host Shizuoka (36-8) 91-83. Saitama made 19-of-22 free shots (86.4 percent) during the game. Saitama outrebounded Shizuoka 34-22 including 24 on the defensive glass. American power forward Ryan Watkins (206-1991, college: Boise St., agency: Slash Sports) fired 17 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Point guard Taketo Kato (178-2000) chipped in 14 points and 6 assists. Five Saitama players scored in double figures. American center Kenny Lawson (207-1988, college: Creighton) produced 17 points and 7 rebounds and Argentinian forward Alexis Elsener (195-1988, agency: Interperformances) added 19 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Saitama have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Shizuoka. Shizuoka lost fourth consecutive game. Saitama is looking forward to face Gifu (#9) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Shizuoka will play against Yokohama EX (#5) in Tokyo and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Saitama: R.Watkins 17+7reb+2ast, Y.Reo 15+1reb+1ast, K.Taketo 14+3reb+6ast, W.Creekmore 13+6reb+3ast, M.Esho 13+6reb+1ast, S.Fumiya 10+5reb
Shizuoka: A.Elsener 19+1reb+3ast, K.Lawson 17+7reb+3ast, Y.Kentaro 16+1reb+3ast, A.Yamada 9+2ast, T.Komamizu 9+1reb, T.Miller 5+9reb+2ast

Kagoshima - Tokyo HT 91-66

Very predictable result in Renova where fourth ranked Kagoshima (34-10) outscored 11th ranked Tokyo HT (14-30) 91-66 on Sunday. Kagoshima forced 21 Tokyo HT turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for American swingman Anthony Gaines Jr (195-1993, college: LCU) who led his team to a victory scoring 21 points and 5 rebounds. Guard Yoshifumi Nakajima (176-1990) helped adding 20 points. Four Kagoshima players scored in double figures. At the losing side Spanish center David Doblas (208-1981) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) and Senegalese forward Bamba Diouf (198-1993) scored 16 points and 8 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Kagoshima. They maintain fourth place with 34-10 record. Tokyo HT lost their third game in a row. They keep the eleventh position with 30 games lost. They share it with Kanazawa and Shanan Utd. Kagoshima will meet at home Shanan Utd (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Tokyo HT will play against Kanazawa and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Kagoshima: A.Gaines Jr. 21+5reb+3ast, Y.Nakajima 20+1reb+3ast, M.Fakuade 12+7reb+1ast, S.Muto 12+4reb, N.Mitsuki 9+1reb+4ast, C.Diop 6+1reb
Tokyo HT: D.Doblas 20+11reb+3ast, D.Bamba 16+8reb, J.Fields 9+8reb, Y.Takehiro 7+2reb+4ast, K.Takahashi 5+1ast, H.Ogane 4+1reb+3ast

B2 League Round 45: Saga B. lose to Nishinomiya S. - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Top ranked Saga B. (38-9) recorded its ninth loss at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by third ranked Nishinomiya S. (23-24) 94-79. Nishinomiya S. outrebounded Saga B. 43-18 including a 33-12 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Jordan Hamilton (201-1990, college: Texas) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points, 19 rebounds and 7 assists. Slovenian center Ziga Dimec (210-1993) chipped in 19 points and 9 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Terrance King (198-1990, college: ESU, agency: Interperformances) who recorded 20 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Nishinomiya S. maintains third place with 23-24 record having fifteen points less than leader Chiba. Saga B. at the other side still keeps top position with nine games lost. Nishinomiya S. are looking forward to face Bambitious N. (#6) in Nara in the next round. Saga B. will play on the road against the league's leader Chiba (#1) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Important game to mention about took place in Nagasaki. Fourth ranked Ehime OV (22-25) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging second-best Nagasaki (32-15) 80-78 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Nagasaki. It was a good game for American-Filipino forward Eugene Phelps (198-1990, college: LBSU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds. Andrew Fitzgerald contributed with 15 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. American forward Matt Bonds (196-1995, college: St.Michael's) answered with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists for Nagasaki. Nagasaki's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Ehime OV maintains fourth place with 22-25 record, which they share with Fukushima. Newly promoted Nagasaki keeps the second position with 15 games lost. Ehime OV will play against Aomori W. (#5) on the road in the next round. Nagasaki will play against Fukuoka R. and hopes to get back on the winning track.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Kumamoto. First ranked Chiba faced 3rd placed Kumamoto V.. Guests from Chiba (36-11) smashed host Kumamoto V. (26-21) 88-60. Evan Ravenel stepped up and scored 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. The best for the losing side was Benjamin Lawson with 20 points and 8 rebounds. Kumamoto V.'s coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Chiba have a solid series of four victories in a row. Newly promoted Chiba maintains first place with 36-11 record. Loser Kumamoto V. keeps the third position with 21 games lost. Chiba will meet at home league's leader Saga B. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Kumamoto V. will play against Tokyo Z and hope to secure a win.

Other games of round 45 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Yamagata was defeated by Fukushima in a road game 70-62. Koshigaya A. smashed Kagawa FA at home 85-60. Tokyo Z won against Bambitious N. on the opponent's court 82-76.
The best stats of 45th round was 18 points and 8 rebounds by Brandon Ashley of Chiba.

Fukushima - Yamagata 70-62

There was no surprise when 6th ranked Yamagata (19-28) was defeated on the road by fourth ranked Fukushima (22-25) 70-62 on Sunday. Venezuelan center Gregory Echenique (206-1990, college: Creighton, agency: Pensack Sports) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 31 points and 11 rebounds for the winners and American forward Josh Harrellson (208-1989, college: Kentucky) chipped in 9 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists. The best for the losing side was American center Thomas Welsh (213-1996, college: UCLA, agency: Pensack Sports) with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 20 rebounds and the other American import James Bell (196-1992, college: Villanova, agency: Slash Sports) scored 20 points and 5 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Fukushima maintains fourth place with 22-25 record, which they share with Ehime OV. Loser Yamagata keeps the sixth position with 28 games lost. Fukushima will meet Kagawa FA (#7) in the next round. Yamagata will play against the league's second-placed Koshigaya A. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Yamagata: J.Bell 20+3reb+5ast, T.Welsh 12+20reb, S.Murakami 6+2reb+1ast, J.Maniwa 5+3reb, T.Tahara 4+4reb+8ast, K.Takahashi 4+2reb
Fukushima: G.Echenique 31+11reb+1ast, T.Hasegawa 17+1reb+2ast, J.Harrellson 9+15reb+6ast, G.Cheon 5+2ast, Y.Takahashi 4+5reb+1ast, N.Hashimoto 2+2reb+2ast

Koshigaya A. - Kagawa FA 85-60

No shocking result in a game in Tokyo where second ranked Koshigaya A. (35-12) smashed 7th ranked Kagawa FA (12-35) 85-60 on Sunday. Koshigaya A. dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Kagawa FA's 16. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American power forward Brekkott Chapman (206-1996, college: Weber St.) stepped up and scored 20 points for the winners and his fellow American import center Isaac Butts (208-1989, college: App State) chipped in 12 points and 14 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). The best for the losing side was American Kyle Richardson (200-1991, college: Portland St.) with 12 points and 4 assists and guard Takaya Kudou (187-2000) scored 15 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. Koshigaya A. have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain second place with 35-12 record having just three points less than leader Chiba. Kagawa FA lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with 35 games lost. Koshigaya A. will meet Yamagata (#6) on the road in the next round. Kagawa FA will play against Fukushima and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kagawa FA: K.Takaya 15+1reb, K.Richardson 12+4reb+4ast, A.Alexander 10+1reb, T.Kodama 8+1reb+4ast, R.Vague 6+4reb+2ast, U.Junki 5+6reb+3ast
Koshigaya A.: B.Chapman 20+4reb+3ast, T.Hasegawa 16+2ast, I.Butts 12+14reb+1ast, J.Harper 8+4reb+5ast, M.Shun 8+2reb+8ast, T.Murphy Jr. 8+6reb+1ast

Bambitious N. - Tokyo Z 76-82

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Nara where 6th ranked Bambitious N. (14-33) was defeated by seventh ranked Tokyo Z (13-34) 82-76 on Sunday. American power forward Ishmael Lane (203-1997, college: NSU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import power forward Reginald Buckner (206-1991, college: Ole Miss) chipped in 13 points and 10 rebounds. Four Tokyo Z players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Senegalese center Cheikh Mbodj (208-1987, college: Cincinnati) with 22 points and 9 rebounds and American guard Christian James (194-1996, college: Oklahoma) scored 22 points. Bambitious N.'s coach let to play eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Tokyo Z have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain seventh place with 13-34 record. Loser Bambitious N. keeps the sixth position with 33 games lost. Tokyo Z will meet at home higher ranked Kumamoto V. (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Bambitious N. will play against Nishinomiya S. in Hyogo and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bambitious N.: C.James 22+3reb+2ast, C.Mbodj 22+9reb+2ast, N.Uto 11+9reb+5ast, J.Wilson 7+12reb+3ast, S.Fujitaka 6+1reb+1ast, F.Naoyuki 3+2reb+2ast
Tokyo Z: I.Lane 22+10reb+2ast, M.Joho 16+4reb+4ast, R.Buckner 13+10reb+3ast, A.Spruill 13+4reb+3ast, Y.Ide 9+6reb+4ast, K.Tsubasa 7+1reb+1ast

Saga B. - Nishinomiya S. 79-94

Top ranked Saga B. (38-9) recorded its ninth loss at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by third ranked Nishinomiya S. (23-24) 94-79. Nishinomiya S. outrebounded Saga B. 43-18 including a 33-12 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Jordan Hamilton (201-1990, college: Texas) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points, 19 rebounds and 7 assists. Slovenian center Ziga Dimec (210-1993) chipped in 19 points and 9 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Terrance King (198-1990, college: ESU, agency: Interperformances) who recorded 20 points and 7 rebounds and the former international forward Takanobu Nishikawa (195-1992) added 25 points respectively. Four Saga B. players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Nishinomiya S. maintains third place with 23-24 record having fifteen points less than leader Chiba. Saga B. at the other side still keeps top position with nine games lost. Nishinomiya S. are looking forward to face Bambitious N. (#6) in Nara in the next round. Saga B. will play on the road against the league's leader Chiba (#1) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Saga B.: T.Nishikawa 25+2ast, T.King 20+7reb+2ast, C.Fieler 14+4reb+7ast, S.Taiki 14+2reb+8ast, P.Faye 3+2reb, I.Ryota 3+3reb+2ast
Nishinomiya S.: Z.Dimec 19+9reb, J.Hamilton 19+19reb+7ast, T.Yusuke 10+1reb+5ast, R.Nakanishi 9+2reb+1ast, S.Watanabe 8+1reb+2ast, T.Porter 8+1reb+3ast

Nagasaki - Ehime OV 78-80

Important game to mention about took place in Nagasaki. Fourth ranked Ehime OV (22-25) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging second-best Nagasaki (32-15) 80-78 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Nagasaki. They outrebounded Nagasaki 42-31 including 30 on the defensive glass. Ehime OV players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. It was a good game for American-Filipino forward Eugene Phelps (198-1990, college: LBSU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds. American power forward Andrew Fitzgerald (202-1990, college: Oklahoma, agency: Octagon Europe) contributed with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Four Ehime OV players scored in double figures. American forward Matt Bonds (196-1995, college: St.Michael's) answered with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists and Spanish Pablo Aguilar (203-1989, agency: Octagon Europe) added 16 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for Nagasaki. Nagasaki's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Ehime OV maintains fourth place with 22-25 record, which they share with Fukushima. Newly promoted Nagasaki keeps the second position with 15 games lost. Ehime OV will play against Aomori W. (#5) on the road in the next round. Nagasaki will play against Fukuoka R. and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Nagasaki: M.Bonds 23+11reb+6ast, P.Aguilar 16+5reb+5ast, M.Karimata 11+5ast, K.Koya 8+3reb+3ast, T.Kanji 6+1reb+1ast, D.Noguchi 5+2reb+1ast
Ehime OV: Y.Toshino 17+2reb+5ast, E.Phelps 16+13reb+2ast, A.Fitzgerald 15+13reb+2ast, A.Sakata 11+1reb+2ast, R.Kriener 7+6reb+3ast, S.Kouno 6+1reb+3ast

Kumamoto V. - Chiba 60-88

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Kumamoto. First ranked Chiba faced 3rd placed Kumamoto V.. Guests from Chiba (36-11) smashed host Kumamoto V. (26-21) 88-60. Chiba shot 64.7 percent from the field. Chiba had a 31-14 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Chiba especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 61.5 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. American power forward Evan Ravenel (204-1989, college: Ohio St.) stepped up and scored 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and his fellow American import Brandon Ashley (206-1994, college: Arizona) chipped in 18 points and 8 rebounds. The best for the losing side was British forward Benjamin Lawson (216-1995, college: WKU) with 20 points and 8 rebounds and American center Jamel McLean (202-1988, college: Xavier) scored 12 points. Kumamoto V.'s coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Chiba have a solid series of four victories in a row. Newly promoted Chiba maintains first place with 36-11 record. Loser Kumamoto V. keeps the third position with 21 games lost. Chiba will meet at home league's leader Saga B. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Kumamoto V. will play against Tokyo Z and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kumamoto V.: B.Lawson 20+8reb, J.McLean 12+3reb, R.Motomura 8+3reb+1ast, Y.Shota 5+3reb+1ast, K.Nagomu 5+1ast, I.Hiroaki 3+4reb+2ast
Chiba: T.Kida 19+4reb+1ast, B.Ashley 18+8reb, E.Ravenel 18+7reb+4ast, L.Lyons 9+7reb+3ast, K.Sugimoto 8+1reb+10ast, Y.Osaki 7+3reb+2ast

Japanese B3 League round 42 best performance: AJ Bramah - by Eurobasket News

American Forward AJ Bramah (201-F-1999) put on an amazing game in the last round for Shinagawa, receiving a Hoops Agents B3 League Player of the Week award for round 42.
The 23-year old player had a double-double of 39 points and 13 rebounds, while his team beat Okayama (#7, 24-19) 90-82. Shinagawa maintains the 16th position in Japanese B3 League. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked at the very bottom. They already lost 38 games and recorded just five victories. In the team's last game Bramah had a remarkable 51.6% from 2-point range. He turned to be Shinagawa's top player in his first season with the team. Former The University of Nevada star has very solid stats this year. Bramah is league's best scorer averaging so far 24.6ppg. Bramah is in league's top in rebounds (8th best: 10.5rpg).

The second best player in last round's games was young American Anthony Gaines Jr. (195-G/F-1993) of Kagoshima. Gaines Jr. had a very good evening with 32 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course Kagoshima cruised to a 88-77 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Tokyo HT (#11, 14-29). Kagoshima's 4th position in the standings has not changed. His team's 33-10 record is not bad at all. Gaines Jr. is well-known at Kagoshima and is a proven leader in his second season with the team. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 24.6ppg (#2). He also registered 7.4 boards per game.

Third on the list of top players last round was American forward Kristian Doolittle (201-F-1997, agency: Pensack Sports) of league's top team Iwate. Doolittle showcased his all-around game by recording 25 points, six rebounds and six assists in the last round. He was a key player of Iwate, leading his team to a 97-65 easy win against the lower-ranked Shanan Utd (#12, 14-29). Iwate confirms their top position in the standings. Doolittle has a very solid season. In 38 games in Japan he scored 17.9ppg. He also has 9.9rpg, 3.2apg and FGP: 55.9%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Jordan Faison (201-F-1994) of Yokohama EX - 23 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Oleksandr Antypov (203-F-1995) of Kanazawa - 33 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Tucker Haymond (198-G-1994) of Veertien Mie - 33 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists
7. Michael Phillips (202-F/C-1990) of Yamaguchi - 19 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Yuji Morita (173-PG-1996) of Kagoshima - 23 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists
9. Will Creekmore (205-C-1989) of Saitama - 19 points and 11 rebounds
10. Tristin Walley (201-F-1996) of Tachikawa - 20 points, 6 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)

Japanese B2 League round 44 best performance: Ishmael Lane (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American Power forward Ishmael Lane (203-F/C-1997) had a great game in the last round for Tokyo Z, receiving a Hoops Agents B2 League Player of the Week award for round 44.
The 25-year old player had a double-double of 30 points and 12 rebounds, while his team beat Bambitious N. (#6, 14-32) 82-77. Tokyo Z maintains the 7th position in their group in Japanese B2 League. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 34 games and recorded just twelve victories. Lane turned to be Tokyo Z's top player in his first season with the team. Former Northwestern State University star has very solid stats this year. Lane is in league's top in points (6th best: 19.8ppg), rebounds (4th best: 11.5rpg) and averages impressive 1.1bpg and 56.5% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young American James Bell (196-SF-1992, agency: Slash Sports) of Yamagata. Bell had a very good evening with a double-double of 34 points and 11 rebounds. Of course he led Yamagata to another comfortable win 87-74 over slightly higher-ranked Fukushima (#4, 21-25) being unquestionably team leader. Yamagata's 6th position in East has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 19-27 record. Bell is a newcomer at Yamagata, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was another Yamagata's star - American center Thomas Welsh (213-C-1996, agency: Pensack Sports). Welsh scored 13 points and grabbed 31 rebounds (!!!). He was another key player of Yamagata, helping his team with a 87-74 easy win against slightly higher-ranked Fukushima (#4, 21-25). The chances of Yamagata ranking at the top of East, however are very questionable as they have already lost 27 games, recording just nineteen victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Welsh could help Yamagata to bring them higher in the standings. Welsh has a great season in Japan. After 46 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 12.7rpg (#1 in league). He also has 1.4bpg and FGP: 62.0%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Matt Bonds (196-F-1995) of Nagasaki - 25 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists
5. Jordan Hamilton (201-F-1990) of Nishinomiya S. - 21 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists
6. Jamel McLean (202-C-1988) of Kumamoto V. - 22 points and 14 rebounds
7. E.J. Montgomery (208-C/F-1999) of Aomori W. - 24 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Eugene Phelps (198-F-1990) of Ehime OV - 20 points and 14 rebounds
9. Reginald Buckner (206-F/C-1991) of Tokyo Z - 15 points and 17 rebounds
10. Jeremiah Wilson (205-PF-1988) of Bambitious N. - 20 points and 14 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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JORDAN

Premier League Round 4 (Second Stage): Al Riyadi defeats Al Ahli in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News

There are only two more rounds left in the Second Stage in Premier League. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 4 in the Premier League took place in Amman. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of their biggest opponent Al Ahli (2-2) to third ranked Al Riyadi (2-2) 92-90 in the game for the second place. Al Riyadi looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Ahmad Obeid (197-1990) who helped to win the game recording 27 points and 8 rebounds and the former international guard Malek Kanaan (182-1993, college: W.Valley JC) who added 13 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. At the losing side American forward Gerard Tarin (206-1996, college: Nova SE) responded with 29 points and 9 rebounds. Al Riyadi moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Al Ahli. Al Riyadi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Amman Orthodox.
Very significant was Orthodox's (#1, 4-0) victory against 4th ranked Al Jubaiha (0-4) 104-77. The winners were led by American point guard Darrin Dorsey (188-1987, college: DWU, agency: Diamond Sports) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 40 points (!!!), 14 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and Freddy Ibrahim supported him with 22 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists. Even a double-double of 16 points and 19 rebounds by Guyanese-American forward Kevin Mickle (201-1993, college: Ohio) did not help to save the game for Al Jubaiha. Al Jubaiha's coach Yousef Abu Baker gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Orthodox have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-0 record. Al Jubaiha at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. Orthodox's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Amman to the arena Al Riyadi.

Al Riyadi - Al Ahli 92-90

The most exciting game of round 4 in the Premier League took place in Amman. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of their biggest opponent Al Ahli (2-2) to third ranked Al Riyadi (2-2) 92-90 in the game for the second place. Al Riyadi looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Ahmad Obeid (197-1990) who helped to win the game recording 27 points and 8 rebounds and the former international guard Malek Kanaan (182-1993, college: W.Valley JC) who added 13 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. At the losing side American forward Gerard Tarin (206-1996, college: Nova SE) responded with 29 points and 9 rebounds and the former international guard Amin Abuhawwas (190-1994, college: Mars Hill) scored 20 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Al Riyadi moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Al Ahli. Al Riyadi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Amman Orthodox.
Top scorers:
Al Ahli: G.Tarin 29+9reb+3ast, A.Abuhawwas 20+7reb+5ast, M.Abdeen 17+2reb+5ast, Q.Fadi 16+7reb+8ast, D.Mohmoud 4+3reb+1ast, Z.Najdawi 2+7reb+2ast
Al Riyadi: A.Obeid 27+8reb+3ast, B.Spearman 20+4reb+3ast, M.Kanaan 13+8reb+6ast, Y.Abuwazaneh 11+12reb+3ast, S.Nader 10+2reb+2ast, M.Mutleq 6+4reb

Al Jubaiha - Orthodox 77-104

Very significant was Orthodox's (#1, 4-0) victory against 4th ranked Al Jubaiha (0-4) 104-77. Orthodox dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Al Jubaiha's 40. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 30 assists. The winners were led by American point guard Darrin Dorsey (188-1987, college: DWU, agency: Diamond Sports) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 40 points (!!!), 14 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and the former international guard Freddy Ibrahim (190-1996, college: Tampa) supported him with 22 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists. Even a double-double of 16 points and 19 rebounds by Guyanese-American forward Kevin Mickle (201-1993, college: Ohio) did not help to save the game for Al Jubaiha. Ahmad Hammourri added 27 points for lost side. Four Al Jubaiha players scored in double figures. Al Jubaiha's coach Yousef Abu Baker gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Orthodox have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-0 record. Al Jubaiha at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. Orthodox's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Amman to the arena Al Riyadi.
Top scorers:
Al Jubaiha: H.Ahmad 27+4reb+2ast, K.Mickle 16+19reb+3ast, Y.Al-Awamleh 12+2reb+1ast, B.Mitri 11+4reb+9ast, A.Mohammad 4, A.Bostami 3+1reb
Orthodox: D.Dorsey 40+14reb+5ast, C.Al-Najdawi 26+6reb, F.Ibrahim 22+10reb+11ast, M.Hussein 6+3reb+3ast, A.Ahmad 4+3reb+5ast, A.Alhamarsheh 4+6reb+4ast

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KAZAKHSTAN

Best players of Kazakhstan Higher League round 23 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Alexey Alyonushka (190-F-1995) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Karaganda and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Higher League Player of the Week award for round 23.
The 27-year old forward had a double-double of 32 points and ten rebounds, while his team beat Tigers-KazATU (#6, 11-14) 99-90. Karaganda maintains the 4th position in Kazakhstan Higher League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Karaganda will need more victories to improve their 16-8 record. In the team's last game Alyonushka had a remarkable 72.2% from 2-point range. He turned to be Karaganda's top player in his first season with the team. Alyonushka has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (2nd best: 22.0ppg), rebounds (4th best: 9.5rpg) and averages solid 2.8spg and 53.9% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young forward Vladislav Baturin (188-F-1995) of Altay. Baturin impressed basketball fans with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as Altay lost that game 59-88 to slightly higher-ranked Aktobe 2 (#11, 5-20). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Altay is still at the dead bottom 12th position. 22 lost games are too many comparing to just two victories Altay managed to get this year. Baturin is a newcomer at Altay 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 Anuar Shakirov (180-PG-2000) of top-ranked Shymkent. Shakirov showcased his all-around game by recording 29 points, six rebounds and six assists in the last round. He was a key player of Shymkent, leading his team to a 78-68 win against #4 ranked Karaganda in a game of the week. Many experts and fans count Shymkent as a contender for championship title. Another victory and another confirmation that they may be right. Just look at their record: 24 victories and only one lost game. They are currently at the very top of the standings. Shakirov has a great season in Kazakhstan. After 25 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 20.7ppg (3rd best) and assists with 4.9apg (9th best). He also has 2.2spg and FGP: 56.6%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Nikita Lytyh (196-F-2004) of Aktobe 2 - 24 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Baynazar Omarov (185-G-2004) of Aktobe 2 - 30 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Ali Isagulov (186-G-2004) of Irtysh - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists
7. Dastan Kaldybaev (180-PG-2001) of Tigers-KazATU - 23 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists
8. Konstantin Teryukov (181-G-2000) of Karaganda - 27 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists
9. Temirlan Dzhunusov (192-G/F-1999) of Tigers-KazATU - 17 points, 16 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Adil Narimanov (196-F-2001) of Tigers-KazATU - 16 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)

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KOSOVO

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Dachon BURKE

Prizreni
(193-G-1997)
Avg: 26.1

26.1

18.7

17.6

17.0

16.8

SPB 2023 - Spartans land Tyrell Williams, ex Prizreni - by Francisco Vega

Spartans-de-Distrito-Capital-Caracas (SPB) landed 28-year old American 206cm forward Tyrell Williams (college: Albany State) for the upcoming SPB 2023 season. Williams played most recently at Prizreni in Kosovan Superliga. In 5 games he averaged 8.6ppg and 5.2rpg last season. He also played 5 games in Liga Unike where he had 6.2ppg and 4.0rpg.
Williams has played previously professionally in Portugal (Terceira) and Vietnam (Dragons). His team won MAAC Tournament in 2017 and 2018.
Among many awards he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Portuguese League Honorable Mention back in 2020.
He graduated from Albany State in 2019 and it will be his fourth season in pro basketball.

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LAT-EST BL

Round 30: Derby game ends with Tallinna Kalev's defeat of TalTech - by Eurobasket News

There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in Lat-Est BL. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most interesting game of round 30 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. Fifteenth ranked Tallinna Kalev won against visiting TalTech (11-17) 79-62. It was a good game for Rain Veideman (194-1991) who led his team to a victory with 14 points and 7 assists. Lithuanian center Rokas Gadiliauskas (211-1998) contributed with 16 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Latvian Kristaps Gluditis (190-1995) replied with 20 points and 4 steals for TalTech. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tallinna Kalev (5-22) moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with Valmiera Glass. TalTech at the other side dropped to the eleventh position with 17 games lost. Tallinna Kalev is looking forward to face higher ranked Parnu (#9) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. TalTech's supporters also look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tallinn Kalev/Cramo.
One of the most interesting games of round 30 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. The game took place in Tallinn where third ranked Kalev/Cramo outleveled visiting Keila (10-19) 83-56. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Keila. Kregor Hermet (204-1997) had a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Martins Meiers chipped in 11 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Croatian center Matej Radunic (211-1996) with 17 points and 9 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Kalev/Cramo have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Newly promoted Keila keeps the twelfth position with 19 games lost. Kalev/Cramo's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tallinn to the arena TalTech.
One of the most interesting games of round 30 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. The game took place in Rakvere where fifth ranked Tartu won against host Tarvas (2-24) 99-87. Leemet Bockler notched 29 points and 5 rebounds (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field) to lead the effort. Tartu's coach used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 28 points and 6 rebounds by Volodymyr Shevchenko did not help to save the game for Tarvas. Tartu maintains fifth position with 19-10 record. Tarvas lost fourth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 24 lost games. Tartu will meet at home BK Ogre (#6) in the next round. Tarvas will play against VEF Riga (#3) and hope to secure a win.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 30: Valmiera Glass was smashed by Rapla on the road 96-64. Liepaja won against Parnu on its own court 102-98. VEF Riga unfortunately lost to Ventspils in a road game 92-99. LU was rolled over Prometey at home 57-83. Parnu was defeated by BK Ogre on the opponent's court 68-81.
The most impressive performance of 30th round was 7 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals by Kristaps Dargais of BK Ogre.

Tallinna Kalev - TalTech 79-62

The most interesting game of round 30 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. Fifteenth ranked Tallinna Kalev won against visiting TalTech (11-17) 79-62. It was a good game for Rain Veideman (194-1991) who led his team to a victory with 14 points and 7 assists. Lithuanian center Rokas Gadiliauskas (211-1998) contributed with 16 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Four Tallinna Kalev players scored in double figures. Latvian Kristaps Gluditis (190-1995) replied with 20 points and 4 steals and Estonian Erik Keedus (199-1990, agency: Players Group) added 8 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for TalTech. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tallinna Kalev (5-22) moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with Valmiera Glass. TalTech at the other side dropped to the eleventh position with 17 games lost. Tallinna Kalev is looking forward to face higher ranked Parnu (#9) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. TalTech's supporters also look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tallinn Kalev/Cramo.
Top scorers:
Tallinna Kalev: T.Simpson 17+2reb+2ast, R.Gadiliauskas 16+9reb, R.Veideman 14+4reb+7ast, R.Andre 10+3reb, E.Schmalz 7+1reb, I.Kajupank 5+3reb
TalTech: K.Gluditis 20+3reb+1ast, R.Andre Pehka 8+2reb+6ast, E.Keedus 8+7reb+4ast, T.Raadik 7+6reb+1ast, R.Ken-Martti 6+2reb+1ast, H.Joosep 5+2reb

Kalev/Cramo - Keila 83-56

One of the most interesting games of round 30 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. The game took place in Tallinn where third ranked Kalev/Cramo outleveled visiting Keila (10-19) 83-56. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Keila. Kalev/Cramo dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Keila's 24. Keila was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Kregor Hermet (204-1997) had a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Latvian center Martins Meiers (208-1991) chipped in 11 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Five Kalev/Cramo players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Croatian center Matej Radunic (211-1996) with 17 points and 9 rebounds and Kristen Kasemets (191-2002) scored 9 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. Kalev/Cramo have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Newly promoted Keila keeps the twelfth position with 19 games lost. Kalev/Cramo's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tallinn to the arena TalTech.
Top scorers:
Kalev/Cramo: K.Hermet 13+10reb+4ast, O.Kovliar 12+2reb+2ast, M.Meiers 11+8reb, T.Hugo 10+1reb, K.Kitsing 10+3reb, T.Kurbas 10+4reb
Keila: M.Radunic 17+9reb+1ast, K.Kristen 9+2reb+1ast, S.Saaremael 6+1reb+2ast, A.Myronenko 5+2reb+1ast, I.Mikhieiev 3+2reb+1ast, M.Pahv 3+2reb+3ast

Rapla - Valmiera Glass 96-64

No shocking result in a game when seventh ranked Estonian Rapla (17-12) crushed at home 14th ranked Latvian Valmiera Glass (5-22) 96-64 on Saturday. Rapla dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Valmiera Glass' 34. Rapla forced 23 Valmiera Glass turnovers and outrebounded them 41-23 including 29 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American guard Tyler Cheese (193-1996, college: Akron) notched 24 points, 7 assists and 5 steals to lead the effort and Bosnian center Obrad Tomic (208-1993, agency: PEPI SPORT) supported him with 20 points and 10 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Four Rapla players scored in double figures. Even 20 points by Latvian Edgars Kaufmanis (193-1999, college: Bemidji St.) did not help to save the game for Valmiera Glass. American center Tervell Beck (201-1996, college: Kent St.) added 17 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. Rapla have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with BK Ogre. Loser Valmiera Glass keep the fourteenth position with 22 games lost. They share it with Tallinna Kalev. Rapla will meet LU (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Valmiera Glass will play against Ventspils and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Rapla: T.Cheese 24+4reb+7ast, O.Tomic 20+10reb+2ast, D.Woods 19+11reb, K.Stephens 12+2reb, T.Niits 7+1reb+2ast, R.Laane 7+3reb+7ast
Valmiera Glass: E.Kaufmanis 20+2reb+1ast, T.Beck 17+3reb, Z.Harun 8+2reb, V.Veveris 8+2reb+5ast, D.Gak 5+8reb+2ast, N.Salenieks 2+3reb+2ast

Liepaja - Parnu 102-98

There was a minor upset when 9th ranked Estonian Parnu (12-16) lost on the road to eleventh ranked Latvian Liepaja (12-17) 102-98 on Saturday. Liepaja made 21-of-24 free shots (87.5 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Latvian point guard Renars Birkans (186-1997) notched a double-double by scoring 25 points and 15 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and center Karlis Silins (209-1997, college: FAU) supported him with 27 points and 11 rebounds. Liepaja's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Even 16 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists by American point guard Isaiah Hart (180-1999, college: AUM) did not help to save the game for Parnu. Australian center Matthew McCarthy (205-1996, college: USF) added 16 points and 9 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Liepaja moved-up to tenth place. Parnu lost third consecutive game. Defending Estonian champion keeps the ninth position with 16 games lost. Liepaja will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Parnu will play against Tallinna Kalev (#15) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Liepaja: K.Silins 27+11reb+1ast, R.Birkans 25+4reb+15ast, V.Ricards 15+3reb, M.Frederiks 14+3reb, O.Berzins 10+6reb+3ast, A.Helmanis 8+4reb+1ast
Parnu: S.Aav 20+1reb+1ast, I.Hart 16+6reb+7ast, M.McCarthy 16+9reb, R.Valge 12+2ast, M.Kirves 11+7reb+1ast, S.Sutt 10+5reb+3ast

Tarvas - Tartu 87-99

One of the most interesting games of round 30 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. The game took place in Rakvere where fifth ranked Tartu won against host Tarvas (2-24) 99-87. They outrebounded Tarvas 33-21 including 25 on the defensive glass. Tartu shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 51.9 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists. Guard Leemet Bockler (201-2001, college: St.Mary's, CA) notched 29 points and 5 rebounds (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and Slovakian center Tomas Pavelka (217-2000) supported him with 12 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Tartu's coach used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 28 points and 6 rebounds by Ukrainian Volodymyr Shevchenko (200-1994, agency: BIG) did not help to save the game for Tarvas. Gert Kaldmae (195-1995) added 25 points and 6 rebounds. Five Tartu and four Tarvas players scored in double figures. Tartu maintains fifth position with 19-10 record. Tarvas lost fourth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 24 lost games. Tartu will meet at home BK Ogre (#6) in the next round. Tarvas will play against VEF Riga (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Tartu: L.Bockler 29+5reb+3ast, H.Eelmae 15+5reb+4ast, T.Pavelka 12+9reb+5ast, O.Suurorg 10+2reb+1ast, A.Voinalovych 10+5reb+6ast, R.Kivi 7+1ast
Tarvas: V.Shevchenko 28+6reb+2ast, G.Kaldmae 25+6reb+2ast, J.Razdevsek 17+2reb+5ast, E.Kaasik 10+5ast, S.Ralf 2+2reb+2ast, K.Robin 2+1ast

Ventspils - VEF Riga 99-92

There was a small surprise when fourth ranked Ventspils (19-9) won against at home second-best VEF Riga (21-6) 99-92 on Saturday. Ventspils looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Arturs Ausejs (192-1990) notched 18 points to lead the effort and Linards Jaunzems (200-1995) supported him with 14 points and 8 rebounds. Even 23 points and 8 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) by American center Nysier Brooks (213-1996, college: Ole Miss, agency: Green Sports Management) did not help to save the game for VEF Riga. Swedish guard Elijah Clarance (194-1998, college: Illinois St.) added 14 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Ventspils and four VEF Riga players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Ventspils have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 19-9 record. Defending Latvian champion VEF Riga dropped to the third place with six games lost. Ventspils will meet Valmiera Glass (#14) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. VEF Riga will play against Viimsi (#8) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ventspils: A.Ausejs 18+4reb+3ast, E.Elksnis 16+3ast, E.Wembi 15+5reb+2ast, G.Sipolins 14+5reb+1ast, L.Jaunzems 14+8reb+1ast, M.Kulackovskis 8+4reb+1ast
VEF Riga: N.Brooks 23+8reb+1ast, M.Gulbis 16, K.Zoriks 16+1reb+5ast, E.Clarance 14+5reb+5ast, G.Cosey 6+2reb+2ast, A.Ate 5+4reb+1ast

LU - Prometey 57-83

Not a big story in a game when 13th ranked Latvian LU (9-19) was outscored by first ranked Ukrainian Prometey (28-1) in Riga 83-57 on Sunday. Prometey outrebounded LU 42-31 including 29 on the defensive glass. Czech center Ondrej Balvin (217-1992, agency: Octagon Europe) notched 9 points and 10 rebounds to lead the effort and point guard Illya Sidorov (184-1996, agency: BeoBasket) supported him with 11 points and 6 assists. Even 9 points and 6 rebounds by point guard Toms Skuja (184-2002) did not help to save the game for LU. Latvian point guard Ricards Vitolskis (185-2001) added 12 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 get some rest. Prometey have an impressive 20-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 28-1 record. LU lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth place with 19 games lost. Prometey will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. LU will play against Rapla (#7) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Prometey: I.Tkachenko 14+2reb+1ast, I.Sidorov 11+4reb+6ast, O.Balvin 9+10reb+2ast, D.Kennedy 8+4reb, I.Sanon 8+2reb+3ast, V.Petrov 8+5reb
LU: R.Vitolskis 12+3reb+2ast, S.Toms 9+6reb+3ast, D.Viksne 9+5reb+1ast, R.Avotins 7+2reb+1ast, B.Valters 6+1reb, E.Mezulis 5+7reb+1ast

BK Ogre - Parnu 81-68

Everything went according to plan when seventh ranked Latvian BK Ogre (17-12) defeated at home 9th ranked Estonian Parnu (12-16) 81-68 on Sunday. American point guard Gary Talton (185-1990, college: UIC) notched 18 points and 5 assists to lead the effort and Latvian Kristaps Dargais (198-1990) supported him with 7 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Four BK Ogre players scored in double figures. BK Ogre's coach used entire bench and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Even 17 points and 8 rebounds by Australian center Matthew McCarthy (205-1996, college: USF) did not help to save the game for Parnu. American point guard Isaiah Hart (180-1999, college: AUM) added 17 points. BK Ogre have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Rapla. Parnu lost third consecutive game. Defending Estonian champion keeps the ninth position with 16 games lost. BK Ogre will meet higher ranked Tartu (#5) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Parnu will play against Tallinna Kalev (#15) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
BK Ogre: G.Talton 18+3reb+5ast, E.Lasenbergs 13+1reb+3ast, R.Zebergs 13+3reb+1ast, L.Lock 10+4reb+1ast, K.Apsitis 8+3reb, K.Dargais 7+10reb+7ast
Parnu: I.Hart 17+1reb+3ast, M.McCarthy 17+8reb+1ast, M.Kirves 11+7reb+1ast, S.Aav 8+4reb+3ast, R.Valge 7+2reb+3ast, M.Biar Dut 6+7reb+2ast

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LEBANON

Stats Leaders - Men

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jordan JACKSON

Antranik
(190-G-1997)
Avg: 26.0

26.0

24.9

24.4

24.2

24.0

Rwanda Energy Group Kigali welcomes back Thomas, ex Beirut Club - by Eurobasket News

Defending champion Rwanda-Energy-Group-Kigali (RBL) inked 29-year old American 192cm guard Cleveland Thomas (college: WKU), agency: Slash Sports. It is actually his comeback to Kigali as he has played here before. Thomas played recently at Beirut Club in Lebanese LBL league. He managed to play in three leagues in two countries last year (!!!). In three LBL games he averaged 13.0ppg, 6.7rpg and 4.7apg. Thomas also played 4 games in West Asia Super League where he had 12.0ppg, 4.3rpg, 5.0apg and 1.5spg. The other team he played shortly was Al Fateh in Saudi Arabian SBL. In 5 LBL games he recorded very impressive stats: 19.2ppg, 5.8rpg and 2.2apg. Another team he played briefly was Ahly Benghazi (D1) in Libyan league.
He is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball he experienced life in seven different countries playing on four different continents. Thomas is familiar with European, Asian, African and of course North American leagues. He has played previously professionally in Germany, Greece (AS Apollon Patras), Hungary (Duna Aszfalt), Italy (Cantu), Slovenia (Zlatorog), Rwanda (Rwanda Energy Group Kigali) and The Basketball Tournament (The Enchantment). His team won MWC Tournament in 2013 and 2014.
Thomas was voted to Rwandan All-Star Game in 2022.
He graduated from Western Kentucky University in 2017 and it is his sixth season in pro basketball.

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LITHUANIA

Stats Leaders - LKL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Ahmad CAVER

Wolves
(188-G-1996)
Avg: 16.6

16.6

16.4

16.3

15.7

15.3

Lithuanian NKL round 14 (Second Stage) best performance: Augustinas Mikstas (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Power forward Augustinas Mikstas (203-PF-2001, agency: Octagon Europe) had a great game in the last round for Vytis, receiving a Hoops Agents NKL Player of the Week award for round 14 (Second Stage).
The 21-year old player tried to help (21 points, eight rebounds) his team in a lost game to Atletas (#7, 15-23) 80-96. Vytis maintains the 5th position in Lithuanian NKL. Vytis is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. But it was their 18th lost game this season out of 39 games. In the team's last game Mikstas had a remarkable 60.0% from 2-point range. It's his second year at Vytis and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Augustinas Mikstas has solid league stats. He is in league's top in points (4th best: 17.1ppg), rebounds (4th best: 8.2rpg) and averages impressive 62.0% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Corey Boyd (206-C-1998) of Delikatesas. Boyd had a very good evening with 26 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists. Of course Delikatesas cruised to a 86-77 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Neptunas-Akv. (#14, 8-30). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Delikatesas keeps 10th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 17-21 record. Boyd is a newcomer at Delikatesas, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.2ppg (#8). He also registered 7.6 boards per game. Former star Boyd is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market.

Third on the list of top players last round was Matas Repsys (205-SF-2002) of Neptunas-Akv. (#7). Repsys scored 27 points and grabbed ten rebounds. Despite Repsys' great performance Neptunas-Akv. lost 77-86 to the bottom-ranked Delikatesas (#10, 17-21). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. Neptunas-Akv. can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have extremely bad season and 8-30 record places them at the very bottom of the standings. Repsys has a very solid season. In 35 games in Lithuania he scored 14.3ppg. He also has 5.5rpg and FGP: 52.7%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Tadas Budrys (205-C-2002) of Palanga - 16 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Mantvydas Zukauskas (192-PG-1998) of Vilkaviskis - 17 points, 2 rebounds and 6 assists
6. Fernando Salsamendi (194-G/F-1996) of Delikatesas - 16 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists
7. Motiejus Krivas (214-C-2004) of Zalgiris II - 19 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Liutauras Lelevicius (201-SG-2003) of Zalgiris II - 18 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Deividas Sabeckis (192-PG-1991) of Atletas - 17 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists
10. Egidijus Dimsa (205-C-1985) of Atletas - 12 points and 8 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)

U19 League Round 3 of Second Stage - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game in Kaunas was quite interesting. Silutes (5-3) played at the court of Zalgiris (1-7). Silutes managed to secure a 7-point victory 90-83 on Sunday. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
The game in Utena supposed to be also worth to mention about. Marijampoles (3-4) played at the court of Utenos (1-4). Utenos smashed Marijampoles 98-72. Utenos will play against Perkunas in Kaunas in the next round. Marijampoles will play at home against Siauliu (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Vilniaus supposed to be also quite interesting. Alytaus (6-4) played at the court of Vilniaus KM I (0-5). Alytaus smashed Vilniaus KM I 118-81 on Sunday. Alytaus will meet at home V.Knasiaus in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Vilniaus KM I will play against Druskininku and hopes to get finally their first victory.

Zalgiris - Silutes 83-90

The game in Kaunas was quite interesting. Silutes (5-3) played at the court of Zalgiris (1-7). Silutes managed to secure a 7-point victory 90-83 on Sunday. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

Utenos - Marijampoles 98-72

The game in Utena supposed to be also worth to mention about. Marijampoles (3-4) played at the court of Utenos (1-4). Utenos smashed Marijampoles 98-72. Utenos will play against Perkunas in Kaunas in the next round. Marijampoles will play at home against Siauliu (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Vilniaus KM I - Alytaus 81-118

The game in Vilniaus supposed to be also quite interesting. Alytaus (6-4) played at the court of Vilniaus KM I (0-5). Alytaus smashed Vilniaus KM I 118-81 on Sunday. Alytaus will meet at home V.Knasiaus in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Vilniaus KM I will play against Druskininku and hopes to get finally their first victory.

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Best players of Luxembourg LBBL round 22 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Experienced Naturalized American Power forward Clancy Rugg (204-F/C-1991) put on an amazing game in the last round for league's second-best Esch and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 22.
The 31-year old power forward had a double-double of 34 points and ten rebounds, while his team crushed Heffingen (#12, 3-19) with 16-point margin 90-74. Esch maintains the 2nd position in Luxembourg LBBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Esch will need more victories to improve their 17-5 record. In the team's last game Rugg had a remarkable 72.2% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Esch, through which he has constantly improved. University of Vermont graduate has very impressive stats this year. Rugg is in league's top in points (3rd best: 24.9ppg), rebounds (5th best: 11.1rpg) and averages solid 57.7% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American forward Cam Gregory (203-F-1995) of Sparta. Gregory impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 21 points and 18 rebounds. Of course he led Sparta to another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Contern (#8, 8-14) 115-74. Sparta's 6th position in the standings has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 11-10 record is not bad and everything may still change. Gregory is a newcomer at Sparta 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 American Devonte Patterson (201-F-1996) of Musel Pikes (#10). Patterson scored 28 points and grabbed eight rebounds. He was a key player of Musel Pikes, leading his team to a 88-76 win against the higher-ranked Residence (#7, 10-12). The chances of Musel Pikes not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 15 games, recording just seven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Patterson could try to bring Musel Pikes' a little bit higher in the standings. Patterson has individually a great season in Luxembourg. After 11 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 24.3ppg (6th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Tyler Cartaino (198-G/F-1996) of Contern - 30 points and 6 rebounds
5. Tariq Silver (196-G-1998) of Soleuvre - 31 points and 8 rebounds
6. Duke Shelton (208-C/F-1995) of Musel Pikes - 21 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists
7. Dakota Quinn (206-C) of Soleuvre - 16 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Marquill Smith (193-G-1996) of Etzella - 31 points and 5 rebounds
9. Terry Winn III (201-F/G-1995) of Grengewald - 26 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Jimmie Taylor (193-G-1994) of T71 - 28 points, 11 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)

Nationale 2 Round 4 of Second Stage - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most shocking disappointment of round 4 in the Nationale 2 was a home defeat of 4th ranked Bascharage (11-9) by fifth ranked Mamer (12-8) who outscored them by 25 points 89-64. Mamer have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Black Star. Bascharage at the other side dropped to the fifth position with nine games lost. Mamer is looking forward to face Black Star (#3) in Mersch in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Bascharage will play on the road against Racing in Luxembourg and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Very significant was Avanti's (#2, 16-4) victory against 3rd ranked Black Star (12-8) 70-60. Avanti (16-4) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Kordall Steelers. Black Star lost third consecutive game. They keep the third place with eight games lost. They share the position with Mamer. Avanti will play against league's leader Kordall Steelers in Rodange in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Black Star will play against Mamer and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Nationale 2 top team - Kordall Steelers (16-4) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed sixth ranked Racing (10-10) in Rodange 85-65. Kordall Steelers maintains first position with 16-4 record, which they share with Avanti. Loser Racing stay at the bottom place with ten games lost. Kordall Steelers will meet league's second-placed Avanti in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Racing will play against Bascharage (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Black Star - Avanti 60-70

Very significant was Avanti's (#2, 16-4) victory against 3rd ranked Black Star (12-8) 70-60. Avanti (16-4) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Kordall Steelers. Black Star lost third consecutive game. They keep the third place with eight games lost. They share the position with Mamer. Avanti will play against league's leader Kordall Steelers in Rodange in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Black Star will play against Mamer and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Kordall Steelers - Racing 85-65

Nationale 2 top team - Kordall Steelers (16-4) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed sixth ranked Racing (10-10) in Rodange 85-65. Kordall Steelers maintains first position with 16-4 record, which they share with Avanti. Loser Racing stay at the bottom place with ten games lost. Kordall Steelers will meet league's second-placed Avanti in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Racing will play against Bascharage (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Bascharage - Mamer 64-89

The most shocking disappointment of round 4 in the Nationale 2 was a home defeat of 4th ranked Bascharage (11-9) by fifth ranked Mamer (12-8) who outscored them by 25 points 89-64. Mamer have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Black Star. Bascharage at the other side dropped to the fifth position with nine games lost. Mamer is looking forward to face Black Star (#3) in Mersch in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Bascharage will play on the road against Racing in Luxembourg and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

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Stade inks John Wilkins - by Eurobasket News

Stade-Malien (D1) signed 33-year old Morocco-American ex-international power forward John Wilkins (207cm-104kg-1989, college: Illinois State). Wilkins played last season at Basket Club Lievinois in French NM2 league.
He also represented Morocco at the Afrobasket Championship six years ago. Wilkins' team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 6 games: 6.5ppg, 2.5rpg, 1.0apg, FGP: 46.2%, 3PT: 31.6%, FT: 64.3%.
Wilkins has played on three different continents (Europe, Africa and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Belgium (Pepinster), Germany (Duesseldorf) and Morocco (AS Sale and Chabab Rif Al Hoceima). His team made it to the Moroccan League Semifinals in 2017 and 2018.
Wilkins graduated from Illinois State in 2013 and it will be his tenth season as a professional player.

US Monastir get BAL defence off to easy winning start, REG trounce Kwara Falcons - by Eurobasket News

The Basketball Africa League's Sahara Conference continued as expected on Sunday, with no upsets as defending champions US Monastir made light work of newcomers Stade Malien, and REG kept Nigeria's Kwara Falcons under 50 points. Monastir beat the team from Mali 78-68 without breaking too much of a sweat, thanks to Jerome Randle (175-PG-1987, college: California)'s 18 points, a team high. The game high, though, belonged to Souleymane Berthe, who scored 34 of his team's points. Morocco international and Illinois State alum John Wilkins (207-F/C-1989, college: Illinois St.) acknowledged that taking on Monastir was a tough ask for their BAL debut: "The difference was experience. I think they were more experienced than us, but we don't need to be ashamed of our performance. "We have a young, hungry team, and I think for the next games, we will take this game as a lesson and be more confident in ourselves and try to be better."
In the earlier match-up on Sunday, the Rwanda Energy Group, playing in their second BAL, made sure Kwara Falcons were unable to please Nigerian basketball fans, winning 64-48. The low-scoring affair was hardly one for the purists, but REG did the job thanks to Delwan Graham (200-F-1988, college: Jacksonville, agency: BIG) and Cleveland Thomas (192-G-1993, college: WKU, agency: Slash Sports), who scored 16 and 14 respectively. Graham told the media after the game: "We didn't really have too much video to prepare for this team, so we just came out and did what we did best -- what we've been working on the last few weeks or so. We came out there as a team and gave it all." The stat of the day, though, has to be the 3-points made percentage, with neither team managing to surpass 16 percent.
Courtesy of: espn.com

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CIBACOPA Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jimond IVEY

Hermosillo
(196-G-1996)
Avg: 39.0

39.0

34.0

33.0

29.0

28.0

LBE Round 5: Dorados lose their first game against Toros - 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 Dorados (8-1) in Nuevo Laredo on Thursday night. Visitors were defeated by second ranked Toros (7-2) 107-90. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Toros have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain second place with 7-2 record behind leader Dorados. Dorados at the other side still keep top position with one game lost. Toros are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Mineros (#6) in Parral in the next round. Dorados' supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Chihuahua to the arena Apaches.
Very significant was Toros' (#2, 7-2) victory against 4th placed Ciudad (3-5) 105-95. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Toros. They maintain second place with 7-2 record behind leader Dorados. Ciudad at the other side keeps the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with Indomables CJ. Toros will play against bottom-ranked Mineros (#6) in Parral in the next round. Ciudad's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Ciudad Juarez Indomables.
LBE top team - Dorados (8-1) had no problems winning another game on Friday. This time they crushed fifth ranked Indomables (3-5) in Chihuahua 99-79. Dorados maintains first place with 8-1 record. Loser Indomables dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with Indios. Dorados' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Chihuahua to the arena Apaches.

In the last game of round 5 Indios won against Mineros on the opponent's court 94-85.

Toros - Dorados 107-90

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Dorados (8-1) in Nuevo Laredo on Thursday night. Visitors were defeated by second ranked Toros (7-2) 107-90. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Toros have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain second place with 7-2 record behind leader Dorados. Dorados at the other side still keep top position with one game lost. Toros are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Mineros (#6) in Parral in the next round. Dorados' supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Chihuahua to the arena Apaches.

Toros - Indios 105-95

Very significant was Toros' (#2, 7-2) victory against 4th placed Ciudad (3-5) 105-95. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Toros. They maintain second place with 7-2 record behind leader Dorados. Ciudad at the other side keeps the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with Indomables CJ. Toros will play against bottom-ranked Mineros (#6) in Parral in the next round. Ciudad's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Ciudad Juarez Indomables.

Dorados - Indomables CJ 99-79

LBE top team - Dorados (8-1) had no problems winning another game on Friday. This time they crushed fifth ranked Indomables (3-5) in Chihuahua 99-79. Dorados maintains first place with 8-1 record. Loser Indomables dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with Indios. Dorados' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Chihuahua to the arena Apaches.

Mineros - Indios 85-94

Rather expected game in Parral where 6th ranked Mineros (1-8) were defeated by fourth ranked Ciudad (3-5) 94-85 on Wednesday. Ciudad maintains fourth place with 3-5 record, which they share with Indomables CJ. Mineros lost their fourth game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with eight games lost. Ciudad's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Ciudad Juarez Indomables.

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Superleague Round 11: Comrat H. beat Ceadir-Basket in a derby game - 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 Ceadir-Lunga: Comrat H. (#6) and Ceadir-Basket (#2). Comrat H. (5-5) won against visiting Ceadir-Basket (6-5) 81-69. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Ceadir-Basket. Comrat H. moved-up to fourth place. Ceadir-Basket at the other side keeps the second position with five games lost. They share it with Gloria. Comrat H. are looking forward to face Sparta (#6) in Chisinau in the next round. Ceadir-Basket will play against Gloria (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
An exciting game was played in . Leader SS1 faced 4th placed CS UTM. Guests from Balti (11-0) smashed host CS UTM (5-6) 91-72. Undefeated SS1 have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 11-0 record. CS UTM lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Sparta. SS1 will play against bottom-ranked Northland (#7) in Ribnita in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. CS UTM will have a break next round.

CS UTM - SS1 72-91

An exciting game was played in . Leader SS1 faced 4th placed CS UTM. Guests from Balti (11-0) smashed host CS UTM (5-6) 91-72. SS1 have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 11-0 record. CS UTM lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Sparta. SS1 will play against bottom-ranked Northland (#7) in Ribnita in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. CS UTM will have a break next round.

Comrat H. - Ceadir-Basket 81-69

The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Ceadir-Lunga: Comrat H. (#6) and Ceadir-Basket (#2). Comrat H. (5-5) won against visiting Ceadir-Basket (6-5) 81-69. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Ceadir-Basket. Comrat H. moved-up to fourth place. Ceadir-Basket at the other side keeps the second position with five games lost. They share it with Gloria. Comrat H. are looking forward to face Sparta (#6) in Chisinau in the next round. Ceadir-Basket will play against Gloria (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

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Christopher Blake paces Metal into semis - by Eurobasket News

Christopher Blake (195-F-1988, college: Detroit) paced Metal into semis as his team won the series against Warriors 4-1. He collected 25 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists as Metal closed the series with a 97-83 win. Batzorig Sukhbat (192-SF-2000) nailed 21 points and Delgernyam Davaasambuudelivered 18. Batzolboo Borgil (185-G-1993) replied with 20 points in the losing effort. Ikhbayar Chuluunbaatar (194-F-2000) notched 15 and Anthony Harris had 12.

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Prva B Round 18: No surprise as #1 Pljevlja defeat Vukovi Zeta - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Prva B top team - Pljevlja (14-2) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they beat eighth ranked Vukovi Zeta (9-8) 78-61. American forward Alex Holcombe (206, college: DBU) had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and Janko Jelovac (-2003) chipped in 16 points and 4 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was Zeljko Matanovic (-2001) with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Pljevlja maintains first position with 14-2 record. Vukovi Zeta at the other side keeps the eighth place with eight games lost. Pljevlja's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Pljevlja to the arena Rudar.
Bottom-ranked Sedmica (0-16) is still winless. This time they lost on the road their 16th consecutive match to fifth ranked Kotor (12-4) 73-60. Krsto Sucur notched a double-double by scoring 25 points and 17 rebounds to lead the effort and Welton Elloie supported him with 17 points and 7 rebounds. Kotor's coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 23 points by Italian Zoran Radonjic (-1999) did not help to save the game for Sedmica. Kotor have an impressive six-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Podgorica 2. Sedmica at the other side still closes the standings. Kotor will play against higher ranked SC Derby 2 (#3) in Podgorica in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Sedmica will play against Balkanski Ris (#7) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Second ranked Montenegro (13-4) crushed at home 12th ranked Rudar (1-14) by 72 points 119-47, which is the biggest margin this round on Saturday night. The best player for the winners was Karim Rtail who had a double-double by scoring 16 points, 13 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was Dejan Dzakovic who recorded a double-double by scoring 18 points, 14 rebounds and 6 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. Montenegro maintains second position with 13-4 record behind leader Pljevlja. Rudar lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with 14 games lost. Montenegro will meet Podgorica-2 (#4) on the road in the next round. Rudar's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Pljevlja Pljevlja.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 18: Ulcinj lost to Balkanski Ris on the opponent's court 68-81. Akademik was outscored by SC Derby 2 in a home game 54-75. Podgorica 2 managed to beat Zeta on the road 81-64.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 20 points and 9 rebounds by Lazar Vukcevic of Podgorica 2.

Balkanski Ris - Ulcinj 81-68

Rather expected game when 9th ranked Ulcinj (4-12) was defeated on the road by seventh ranked Balkanski Ris (10-6) 81-68 on Saturday. Balkanski Ris dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Ulcinj's 34. Balkanski Ris forced 24 Ulcinj turnovers. The best player for the winners was Sinisa Boskovic (-2003) who scored 17 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. American guard Holden Redparth (196-1997, college: FMU) chipped in 18 points and 7 rebounds. Four Balkanski Ris players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Gojko Radulovic who recorded 16 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and Dusan Bevenja added 19 points and 5 assists respectively. Ulcinj's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Balkanski Ris moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Lim. Ulcinj at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the ninth position with 12 games lost. Balkanski Ris will meet bottom-ranked Sedmica (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ulcinj will play against Lim (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ulcinj: B.Dusan 19+1reb+5ast, R.Gojko 16+8reb+5ast, J.Matija 14+6reb, B.Filp 9+8reb, H.Karamanaga 4+6reb+4ast, B.Luka 3+1ast
Balkanski Ris: M.Guillory 19+1reb+5ast, H.Redparth 18+7reb+2ast, B.Sinisa 17+9reb+5ast, P.Zani 10+2reb, I.Zejak 9+3reb, B.Daris 6+2reb

Kotor - Sedmica 73-60

Bottom-ranked Sedmica (0-16) is still winless. This time they lost on the road their 16th consecutive match to fifth ranked Kotor (12-4) 73-60. Kotor outrebounded Sedmica 50-30 including a 19-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. They brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. Krsto Sucur notched a double-double by scoring 25 points and 17 rebounds to lead the effort and American forward Welton Elloie (200) supported him with 17 points and 7 rebounds. Kotor's coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 23 points by Italian Zoran Radonjic (-1999) did not help to save the game for Sedmica. Serbian-Portuguese Stefan Djukic (202-1989) added 8 points and 10 rebounds. Kotor have an impressive six-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Podgorica 2. Sedmica at the other side still closes the standings. Kotor will play against higher ranked SC Derby 2 (#3) in Podgorica in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Sedmica will play against Balkanski Ris (#7) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Sedmica: R.Zoran 23+1reb, M.Krsto 13+6reb, S.Djukic 8+10reb+3ast, S.Nemanja 6+1reb, V.Petar 6+4reb+3ast, P.Jokic 4+3reb+1ast
Kotor: K.Sucur 25+17reb+2ast, E.Welton 17+7reb+2ast, D.Bozovic 13+2reb+9ast, J.Ivan 5+13reb+2ast, J.Nemanja 5+1reb, K.Igor 3+1ast

Akademik - SC Derby 2 54-75

Very predictable result in Podgorica where third ranked SC Derby 2 (12-3) smashed 10th ranked Akademik (3-12) 75-54 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was guard Vladimir Sudar (194-2005) who scored 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. David Mirkovic (200-2006) chipped in 8 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Four SC Derby 2 players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Radomir Kruska (203-1996) who recorded 11 points and 7 rebounds and swingman Boris Zecevic (194-1999) added 15 points 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. SC Derby 2 have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 12-3 record having just three points less than leader Pljevlja. Akademik lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Zeta. SC Derby 2 will meet at home Kotor (#5) in the next round. Akademik will play against Vukovi Zeta (#8) in Golubovci and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Akademik: Z.Boris 15+2reb+1ast, H.Alivodic 12+6reb, R.Kruska 11+7reb+2ast, A.Vladimir 9+4reb+1ast, P.Djordje 5+1reb+1ast, J.Nikola 2+9reb+1ast
SC Derby 2: J.Igor 17+2reb+1ast, S.Vladimir 14+6reb+5ast, M.Petar 10+1reb+2ast, T.Vasilija 10+4reb+2ast, M.David 8+11reb+5ast, L.Djurovic 8+1ast

Pljevlja - Vukovi Zeta 78-61

Prva B top team - Pljevlja (14-2) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they beat eighth ranked Vukovi Zeta (9-8) 78-61. American forward Alex Holcombe (206, college: DBU) had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and Janko Jelovac (-2003) chipped in 16 points and 4 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was Zeljko Matanovic (-2001) with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Nikola Djuretic (196-1986) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 11 rebounds. Pljevlja maintains first position with 14-2 record. Vukovi Zeta at the other side keeps the eighth place with eight games lost. Pljevlja's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Pljevlja to the arena Rudar.
Top scorers:
Vukovi Zeta: M.Zeljko 23+10reb+4ast, N.Djuretic 10+11reb, M.Filip 10+6reb+4ast, M.Vasilija 7+3reb+1ast, K.Balsa 6+4reb+2ast, M.Dusan 4+2reb+2ast
Pljevlja: A.Holcombe 25+10reb+1ast, J.Janko 16+3reb+4ast, O.Lacmanovic 14+4reb+4ast, D.Stefan 9+8reb+2ast, P.Vanja 6+5reb+1ast, D.Matija 6+1reb+3ast

Montenegro - Rudar 119-47

Second ranked Montenegro (13-4) crushed at home 12th ranked Rudar (1-14) by 72 points 119-47, which is the biggest margin this round on Saturday night. They dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Rudar's 34. Montenegro forced 33 Rudar turnovers and outrebounded them 53-33 including a 21-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Lebanese forward Karim Rtail (198-2004) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points, 13 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. Center Nikola Bojicic (198-2001) chipped in 20 points and 8 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Five Montenegro players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Dejan Dzakovic (-1991) who recorded a double-double by scoring 18 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists and Janko Petrovic added 13 points and 7 rebounds 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. Montenegro maintains second position with 13-4 record behind leader Pljevlja. Rudar lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with 14 games lost. Montenegro will meet Podgorica-2 (#4) on the road in the next round. Rudar's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Pljevlja Pljevlja.
Top scorers:
Rudar: D.Dzakovic 18+14reb+6ast, P.Janko 13+7reb, S.Andrija 10+3reb+3ast, V.Petar 4+8reb, R.Nemanja 2, K.Igor 0
Montenegro: N.Bojicic 20+8reb+1ast, P.Visnjic 17+5reb, R.Karim 16+13reb+5ast, V.Djurkovic 10+4reb+3ast, V.Dusan 10+4reb+3ast, C.Vukota 9+2reb

Zeta - Podgorica 2 64-81

Not a big story in a game in Golubovci where 11th ranked Zeta (3-12) was defeated by fourth ranked Podgorica-2 (12-4) 81-64 on Saturday. Podgorica-2 dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Zeta's 36. They outrebounded Zeta 59-38 including a 19-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Lazar Vukcevic (203-2003) who scored 20 points and 9 rebounds. Lazar Mirotic chipped in 12 points and 6 assists. Podgorica-2's coach let to play all 12 players and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was power forward Dejan Posuka (197-1997) who recorded a double-double by scoring 14 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists and Djordjije Tatar (-2002) added 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively. Podgorica-2 have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 12-4 record, which they share with Kotor. Zeta lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Akademik. Podgorica-2 will meet at home league's second-placed Montenegro in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Zeta will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Zeta: T.Djordjije 21+6reb+5ast, D.Posuka 14+14reb+4ast, I.Rabrenovic 9+4reb+3ast, M.Ilic 7+9reb+1ast, H.Hamza 7+2reb, V.Danilo 6+2reb+1ast
Podgorica 2: V.Lazar 20+9reb+1ast, M.Lazar 12+4reb+6ast, B.Milorad 12+7reb+1ast, R.Marko 9+7reb+2ast, J.Aleksa 7+11reb+2ast, D.Aljosa 6+1reb+3ast

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Stade inks John Wilkins - by Eurobasket News

D1 Round 20: MTB lose to FUS Rabat - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Round in D1 means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in Rabat where host FUS Rabat (12-3) crushed league's leader MTB (12-4) 77-58 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of MTB. It was a key game for the top position in the league. FUS Rabat have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. MTB at the other side dropped to the second place with four games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by FUS Rabat. MTB will play next round against MAS Fez trying to make it back to the top of the standings. FUS Rabat will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game.
The game in Casablanca was also worth to mention about. Sixth ranked IRT Tanger (10-6) played at the court of 7th ranked RCA Casabl. (7-9). IRT Tanger managed to secure a 5-point victory 79-74. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of RCA Casabl.. IRT Tanger moved-up to fourth place. RCA Casabl. at the other side dropped to the eighth position with nine games lost. They share it with AREH. IRT Tanger will play against higher ranked AS Sale (#3) at home in the next round and it may be the game of the week. RCA Casabl. will have a break next round.
A very close game took place in Fez between WAC and MAS Fez. Eleventh ranked WAC (4-9) got a very close victory on the road over higher ranked MAS Fez (9-6). WAC managed to escape with a 3-point win 74-71 on Saturday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the home team. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of MAS Fez. WAC maintains eleventh position with 4-9 record. Loser MAS Fez dropped to the sixth place with six games lost. WAC will meet at home higher ranked FAR Rabat (#5) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. MAS Fez will play against the league's second-placed MTB and will have a slim chance for a victory.

In the last two games of round 20 KACM crushed OCY in Marrakech 115-66. AREH lost to defending champion AS Sale at home 68-74.

FUS Rabat - MTB 77-58

Round in D1 means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in Rabat where host FUS Rabat (12-3) crushed league's leader MTB (12-4) 77-58 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of MTB. It was a key game for the top position in the league. FUS Rabat have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. MTB at the other side dropped to the second place with four games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by FUS Rabat. MTB will play next round against MAS Fez trying to make it back to the top of the standings. FUS Rabat will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game.

MAS Fez - WAC 71-74

A very close game took place in Fez between WAC and MAS Fez. Eleventh ranked WAC (4-9) got a very close victory on the road over higher ranked MAS Fez (9-6). WAC managed to escape with a 3-point win 74-71 on Saturday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the home team. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of MAS Fez. WAC maintains eleventh position with 4-9 record. Loser MAS Fez dropped to the sixth place with six games lost. WAC will meet at home higher ranked FAR Rabat (#5) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. MAS Fez will play against the league's second-placed MTB and will have a slim chance for a victory.

RCA Casabl. - IRT Tanger 74-79

The game in Casablanca was also worth to mention about. Sixth ranked IRT Tanger (10-6) played at the court of 7th ranked RCA Casabl. (7-9). IRT Tanger managed to secure a 5-point victory 79-74. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of RCA Casabl.. IRT Tanger moved-up to fourth place. RCA Casabl. at the other side dropped to the eighth position with nine games lost. They share it with AREH. IRT Tanger will play against higher ranked AS Sale (#3) at home in the next round and it may be the game of the week. RCA Casabl. will have a break next round.

OCY - KACM 66-115

There was no surprise in Yusufiya where 12th ranked OCY (1-13) was crushed by eighth ranked KACM (8-8) 115-66 on Saturday. KACM moved-up to seventh place. OCY lost eleventh consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the twelfth position with 13 games lost. KACM will meet at home Larache (#10) in the next round. OCY will play against AREH in El Hajeb and hope to win that game.

AREH - AS Sale 68-74

No shocking result in a game in El Hajeb where third ranked AS Sale (11-2) defeated 9th ranked AREH (7-9) 74-68 on Saturday. AS Sale have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains third position with 11-2 record behind leader FUS Rabat. AREH lost seventh consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the eighth place with nine games lost. They share the position with RCA Casabl.. AS Sale will meet IRT Tanger (#4) on the road in the next round. AREH will play against OCY (#12) and hope to secure a win.

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NAIA

NAIA1 Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Thomas MILES

WPU
(188-G-)
Avg: 19.2

19.2

17.9

17.3

16.6

16.4

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NBA

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Joel EMBIID

Philadelphia
(213-C/F-1994)
Avg: 33.4

33.4

33.0

32.1

31.5

31.2

Warriors beat Suns 123-112 for 8th straight home victory - by Eurobasket News

The Golden State Warriors were tired of losing to the division-rival Suns this season and set their mind on defending against Phoenix just as they did against the talented Bucks last game. Klay Thompson (6'6''-G-1990, college: WSU) scored 33 of his 38 points in the first half, Stephen Curry (6'2''-G-1988, college: Davidson) added 23 points, seven rebounds and five assists, and the Warriors beat the Suns 123-112 on Monday night. 'There's always a little bit of extra motivation when you got smacked a couple times against a certain team but it's more so about our own focus,' Curry said. Thompson made eight 3-pointers and shot 14 of 23 overall. 'We knew how big a game it was and Klay knew how big it was and came out and set the tone,' coach Steve Kerr said. Jordan Poole (6'4''-SG-1999, college: Michigan) had 20 points and six assists off the bench for the defending champions. Kevon Looney helped the Warriors win their eighth straight home game and 12th of 13 with nine points, 10 rebounds and five assists. Golden State is 29-7 at home but 7-26 on the road. Devin Booker (6'6''-SG-1996, college: Kentucky) scored 32 points and DeAndre Ayton (7'1''-C-1998, college: Arizona) had 27 points and 12 rebounds for the Suns, who roared back after halftime to make it interesting. Josh Okogie (6'4''-G-1998, college: Georgia Tech)'s 3 with 4:59 left in the third pulled Phoenix within 85-81 and his putback a minute later made it 87-84 before Curry and Co. came on again. Things got heated in the closing minutes when JaMychal Green and ex-Warriors guard Damion Lee received a double technical with 1:12 left. Curry's mom, Sonya, hopped out of her seat and became emotional yelling and making sure son-in-law Lee was OK. 'That was like old-school AAU back in the day where parents get involved,' Curry said. 'Family over everything at times.' Kevin Durant again missed facing his former team with fans present in San Francisco, sitting out a third straight game for the Suns because of a sprained left ankle. Golden State's Chase Center crowd has still not been able to acknowledge the star who led the Warriors to a pair of titles and captured NBA Finals MVP honors in 2017 and '18. Durant played for Brooklyn at Chase Center in February 2021 during the pandemic period when no spectators were allowed. 'It's nuts. It's insane,' Kerr said of Durant not yet being greeted by the San Francisco crowd. Chris Paul (6'0''-PG-1985, college: Wake Forest) contributed 11 points and 11 assists for Phoenix, coming off a 128-119 loss to division-leading Sacramento at home Saturday that snapped a four-game winning streak. The Suns won the previous four meetings with Golden State, including three straight in the season series, missing a chance to sweep all four matchups for the first time since 2010-11. 'Every game now is critical,' Kerr said. Draymond Green played 30 minutes and delivered a timely two-handed slam early in the fourth after rolling his right ankle during Saturday's overtime win against the Bucks. He had three blocks and a pair of steals to go with six rebounds, four points and four assists. Golden State went ahead 43-21 after shooting 72.7% in the first quarter with Thompson and Curry shooting a combined 7 of 9 on 3s. Phoenix fell behind in a hurry to the hot-shooting Warriors, who raced ahead 29-12 before a Suns timeout with 3:21 left in the first. JaMychal Green scored seven points in the period. 'Their shot-making in the first quarter in general put us in the hole,' Suns coach Monty Williams said. 'There were a few breakdowns because of their pace but I didn't think it was a failing grade.'
Courtesy of: abcnews.go.com

Giannis has 46 points, 12 boards as Bucks beat Kings 133-124 - by Eurobasket News

Giannis Antetokounmpo (6'11''-F-1994, agency: Octagon Europe) had 46 points and 12 rebounds as the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Sacramento Kings 133-124 on Monday night. Khris Middleton (6'8''-SF-1991, college: Texas A&M) scored 31 points and Brook Lopez (7'0''-C-1988, college: Stanford) added 23 for the Bucks, who are on the verge of becoming the first team to clinch a playoff berth this season. They came in needing a win and a Miami loss, but the Heat beat Utah. 'It was a really fun environment to play in,' Lopez said. 'Sacramento always has great fans, great team this year. You get the cowbells and everything like that and all stuff I remember. It was a really fun atmosphere.' Domantas Sabonis (6'10''-PF-1996, college: Gonzaga) had 23 points, 17 rebounds and 15 assists for his 10th triple-double of the season for Sacramento. Sabonis has a franchise-record 54 double-doubles, which leads the NBA. 'Their team is very good for us to take our foot off the accelerator,' Sabonis said. 'That's what we did in the second half, unacceptable.' De'Aaron Fox (6'4''-G-1997, college: Kentucky) scored 35 points to lead the Kings, and Kevin Huerter (6'7''-SF-1998, college: Maryland) had 17 of his 28 in the fourth quarter. The Bucks scored six straight points on a 3-pointer by Brook Lopez and three free throws by Middleton to take a 106-100 lead with under eight minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. Sacramento scored the next eight points and took a two-point lead on Huerter's 3 midway through the quarter. Antetokounmpo made two free throws to cap a 7-0 run that put Milwaukee up 113-108 with five minutes to go, and the Kings got no closer than two points the rest of the way. Another 7-0 burst push the lead to 127-116 with two minutes left. 'It's unfortunate,' Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer said. 'I think it was a great game. I was so impressed by Sacramento and they way they play. I'm not going to say anything about what did or didn't happen.'
Courtesy of: apnews.com

Bridges, Nets hold off late rally to beat Nuggets 122-120 - by Eurobasket News

Mikal Bridges (6'6''-G/F-1996, college: Villanova) scored 25 points and the Brooklyn Nets withstood a late rally and another triple-double by Nikola Jokic (7'0''-C-1995, agency: BeoBasket) to beat the Denver Nuggets 122-120 on Sunday. Nicolas Claxton (6'11''-F/C-1999, college: Georgia) had 20 points and Dorian Finney-Smith (6'7''-F-1993, college: Florida) and Spencer Dinwiddie (6'6''-PG-1993, college: Colorado) added 15 points each for Brooklyn, which has won five of its last six games. Jokic had 35 points, 20 rebounds and 11 assists for his league-leading 27th triple-double of the season but missed a contested 14-foot jumper with 5 seconds left that would have given the Nuggets the lead. Michael Porter Jr. (6'10''-PF-1998, college: Missouri) added 23 points for Denver, which matched a season high with its third consecutive loss.
Courtesy of: apnews.com

Knicks Hold Off Lakers 112-108 to Snap 3-game Skid - by Eurobasket News

Julius Randle (6'9''-F/C-1994, college: Kentucky) scored 33 points in a bounce-back performance, RJ Barrett Jr. (6'6''-F/G-2000, college: Duke) got 20 of his 30 in the second half, and the New York Knicks snapped their three-game losing streak with a 112-108 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night. Immanuel Quickley (6'5''-PG-1999, college: Kentucky) had 15 points as the Knicks survived a ferocious late rally by the Lakers to salvage a weekend split in Los Angeles without second-leading scorer Jalen Brunson (6'1''-G-1996, college: Villanova), who has a bruised left foot. Los Angeles scored eight straight points down the stretch to make it close, trimming New York's lead to 110-108 on Dennis Schroeder (5'11''-PG-1993)'s layup with 19.3 seconds left. After Los Angeles needed 14 seconds to commit a foul to stop the clock, former Lakers guard Josh Hart (6'5''-G-1995, college: Villanova) hit two free throws to seal it. New York hadn't won since its impressive nine-game winning streak ended a week ago, but Randle added eight rebounds and five assists one day after struggling through a 5-for-24 shooting effort in a loss to the Clippers. D'Angelo Russell (6'5''-SG-1996, college: Ohio St.) had a season-high 33 points and eight assists despite managing just two points in the fourth quarter for the Lakers, whose three-game winning streak ended with only their fourth loss in 12 games since the trade deadline. Randle and Russell spent two seasons together as teammates with the Lakers. Russell got off to a scorching start in his highest-scoring performance since rejoining LA, but went 1 for 5 and missed three 3-point attempts in the fourth quarter. Anthony Davis (6'10''-C-1993, college: Kentucky) had 17 points and 16 rebounds, but the Lakers fell behind during an erratic shooting performance by three starters: Malik Beasley (6'5''-G-1996, college: FSU), Troy Brown Jr. (6'7''-G/F-1999, college: Oregon, agency: Pensack Sports) and Jarred Vanderbilt (6'10''-F/C-1999, college: Kentucky) were a combined 5 for 23, missing 14 of their 16 3-point attempts. Los Angeles dropped to 4-3 during the latest injury absence for LeBron James, who missed his seventh straight game with a sore right foot. Randle scored 18 points in the first quarter with help from seven free throws after he complained publicly about the officiating in Saturday's loss to the Clippers. Russell kept the Lakers close with 23 points in the first half, but Randle's 3-pointer shortly before halftime put the Knicks up at the break.
Courtesy of: nbclosangeles.com

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NBA G LEAGUE

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Brandon BOSTON JR.

Ontario
(198-G/F-2001)
Avg: 24.4

24.4

23.4

23.3

23.2

23.0

Maine Celtics end Long Island Nets' 16-game winning streak, 121-112 - by Eurobasket News

Mfiondu Kabengele (6'10''-F-1997, college: FSU) had 30 points and 10 rebounds as the Maine Celtics beat the Eastern Conference-leading Long Island Nets 121-112 in an NBA G League game Sunday at the Portland Expo. The loss ended the Nets' 16-game winning streak. Maine has five games remaining in the regular season, starting with games in Wisconsin on Wednesday and Friday. Kamar Baldwin (6'1''-G-1997, college: Butler) added 25 points and 16 rebounds for Maine (16-11). Tony Snell (6'6''-G-1991, college: N.Mexico) added 24 points and eight rebounds, Luka Samanic (6'10''-PF-2000) had 12 points and 10 rebounds and A.J. Reeves (6'6''-G-1999, college: Providence) had 12 points. RaiQuan Gray (6'8''-F-1999, college: FSU) had 24 points and 11 rebounds for Long Island (22-4). Jordan Bowden (6'5''-G-1997, college: Tennessee) added 20 points, and Alondes Williams (6'5''-G-1999, college: Wake Forest) had 16 points and nine rebounds.
Courtesy of: pressherald.com

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NCAA1

Stats Leaders - NCAA1

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jamal MASHBURN JR.

N.Me.
(190-PG-)
Avg: 19.8

19.8

19.1

17.9

17.5

17.4

Memphis Wins American Championship; Tigers, Houston Headed to NCAA Tournament - by Eurobasket Center

FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) - Kendric Davis (6'0''-PG-1999) scored 31 points, including 14 in a big run before halftime, and second-seeded Memphis held on to beat No. 1 Houston 75-65 in the American Athletic Conference tournament championship game Sunday.
DeAndre Williams (6'9''-F) had 16 points and 13 rebounds for coach Penny Hardaway and the Tigers (26-8), who got the league's automatic NCAA Tournament bid. They are going to March Madness for the second year in a row.
The Cougars (31-3) beat Memphis 71-53 in last year's AAC tournament championship game, and won both regular-season matchups this season.
J'Wan Roberts (6'7''-F) had 12 points and 20 rebounds for Houston. Jamal Shead (6'1''-G) had 15 points on 3-of-14 shooting, and Jarace Walker (6'8''-F-2003) had 13 points before fouling out.
The Cougars trailed by 18 at halftime, but got within 55-50 with 11:03 left after Shead scored eight points in a row for them in a two-minute span. His 3-pointer capped a 12-1 run, and he made another long-range shot before two free throws, but that was the closest Houston would get.
Memphis had taken control with a 16-2 run in the first half. Davis had all but two of those points and made two 3-pointers only 9 seconds apart.
That big spurt started on a fast-break layup by Davis with just under eight minutes left. Davis made a 3, and then Alex Lomax (6'0''-PG-2000) made a backcourt steal and passed to Davis at the top of the key for another 3. By time Davis made another fast-break layup with 3:36 left, the Tigers had doubled up Houston, 40-20.

Courtesy of theamerican.org

All-AAC Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center

All-Tournament MVP: USA

Kendric Davis (6'0''-PG-1999) of Memphis
Player of the Year: USA

Marcus Sasser (6'2''-G) of Houston
Defensive Player of the Year: USA

Jamal Shead (6'1''-G) of Houston
Freshman of the Year: USA

Jarace Walker (6'8''-F-2003) of Houston
Most Improved Player of the Year: U.S. Virgin Islands

J'Wan Roberts (6'7''-F) of Houston
Sixth Man of the Year: USA

Reggie Chaney (6'8''-F-1999) of Houston
Sportsmanship Award: France

Ludgy Debaut (7'0''-C) of ECU
Sportsmanship Award: USA

Sion James (6'5''-G) of Tulane
Coach of the Year: Kelvin Sampson of Houston

All-AAC 1st Team 2023

Nolley II

Sasser

Davis

Williams

Cook

First Team
USA

Landers Nolley II (6'7''-G-2000) of Cincinnati
USA

Marcus Sasser (6'2''-G) of Houston
USA

Kendric Davis (6'0''-PG-1999) of Memphis
USA

DeAndre Williams (6'9''-F) of Memphis
USA

Jalen Cook (6'0''-PG-2002) of Tulane

All-AAC Second Team 2023

Hendricks

Shead

Roberts

Walker

Forbes

Second Team
USA

Taylor Hendricks (6'9''-F) of UCF
USA

Jamal Shead (6'1''-G) of Houston
U.S. Virgin Islands

J'Wan Roberts (6'7''-F) of Houston
USA

Jarace Walker (6'8''-F-2003) of Houston
USA

Jaylen Forbes (6'5''-G-2000) of Tulane

All-AAC Third Team 2023

DeJulius

Harris

Dunn

Cross

Porter Jr.

Third Team
USA

David DeJulius (6'0''-PG-1999) of Cincinnati
USA

Tyler Harris (5'9''-F-1998) of S.Florida
USA

Damian Dunn (6'5''-G) of Temple
USA

Kevin Cross (6'8''-F-2000) of Tulane
USA

Craig Porter Jr. (6'2''-G) of Wichita St.

All-AAC All-Freshman Team 2023

Hendricks

Ausar

Walker

Arceneaux

Sharp

All-Freshman Team
USA

Taylor Hendricks (6'9''-F) of UCF
USA

Ezra Ausar (6'7''-F) of ECU
USA

Jarace Walker (6'8''-F-2003) of Houston
USA

Terrance Arceneaux (6'5''-G) of Houston
Israel

Emanuel Sharp (6'3''-G-2004) of Houston

All-AAC All-Tournament Team 2023

Davis

Williams

Roberts

Shead

Nolley II

All-Tournament Team
USA

Kendric Davis (6'0''-PG-1999) of Memphis
USA

DeAndre Williams (6'9''-F) of Memphis
U.S. Virgin Islands

J'Wan Roberts (6'7''-F) of Houston
USA

Jamal Shead (6'1''-G) of Houston
USA

Landers Nolley II (6'7''-G-2000) of Cincinnati

All-Big Ten Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center

All-Tournament MVP: Canada

Zach Edey (7'4''-C-2002) of Purdue
Player of the Year: Canada

Zach Edey (7'4''-C-2002) of Purdue
Co-Defensive Player of the Year: USA

Chase Audige (6'4''-G) of Northwestern
Co-Defensive Player of the Year: USA

Caleb McConnell (6'7''-G) of Rutgers
Freshman of the Year: USA

Jalen Hood-Schifino (6'6''-G) of Indiana
Sixth Man of the Year: USA

Payton Sandfort (6'7''-F) of Iowa
Coach of the Year: Chris Collins of Northwestern

All-Big Ten First Team 2023

Shannon Jr.

Jackson-Davis

Murray

Pickett

Edey

First Team
USA

Terrence Shannon Jr. (6'6''-G-2000) of Illinois
USA

Trayce Jackson-Davis (6'9''-F-2000) of Indiana
USA

Kris Murray (6'8''-F-2000) of Iowa
USA

Jalen Pickett (6'4''-G) of Penn St.
Canada

Zach Edey (7'4''-C-2002) of Purdue

All-Big Ten Second Team 2023

Young

Dickinson

Walker

Walker

Audige

Buie

Second Team
USA

Jahmir Young (6'1''-G) of Maryland
USA

Hunter Dickinson (7'1''-C-2000) of Michigan
USA

Tyson Walker (6'0''-PG) of Michigan St.
USA

Derrick Walker (6'9''-F-1997) of Nebraska
USA

Chase Audige (6'4''-G) of Northwestern
USA

Boo Buie (6'2''-G-2000) of Northwestern

All-Big Ten Third Team 2023

Mayer

Hood-Schifino

Bufkin

Howard

Omoruyi

Third Team
USA

Matthew Mayer (6'9''-G/F) of Illinois
USA

Jalen Hood-Schifino (6'6''-G) of Indiana
USA

Kobe Bufkin (6'4''-G) of Michigan
USA

Jett Howard (6'8''-G) of Michigan
Nigeria

Clifford Omoruyi (6'11''-C-2001) of Rutgers

Honorable Mention
USA

Connor McCaffery (6'5''-G-1998) of Iowa
USA

Tony Perkins (6'4''-G-2001) of Iowa
Serbia

Filip Rebraca (6'9''-F-1997) of Iowa
USA

Julian Reese (6'9''-F) of Maryland
USA

Hakim Hart (6'8''-G-2001) of Maryland
USA

Donta Scott (6'8''-F-2000) of Maryland
USA

Joey Hauser (6'9''-F-1999) of Michigan St.
USA

A.J. Hoggard (6'4''-G-2000) of Michigan St.
USA

Dawson Garcia (6'11''-F-2001) of Minnesota
Japan

Keisei Tominaga (6'2''-G-2001) of Nebraska
USA

Zed Key (6'8''-F) of Ohio St.
USA

Brice Sensabaugh (6'6''-F) of Ohio St.
USA

Justice Sueing (6'6''-F) of Ohio St.
USA

Andrew Funk (6'5''-G-1999) of Penn St.
USA

Seth Lundy (6'6''-G/F-2000) of Penn St.
USA

Braden Smith (6'0''-PG) of Purdue
USA

Fletcher Loyer (6'4''-G) of Purdue
USA

Caleb McConnell (6'7''-G) of Rutgers
USA

Paul Mulcahy (6'6''-G-2001) of Rutgers
USA

Cam Spencer (6'4''-G) of Rutgers
USA

Chucky Hepburn (6'2''-G) of Wisconsin

All-Big Ten All-Defensive Team 2023

Jackson-Davis

Audige

Edey

McConnell

Omoruyi

All-Defensive Team
USA

Trayce Jackson-Davis (6'9''-F-2000) of Indiana
USA

Chase Audige (6'4''-G) of Northwestern
Canada

Zach Edey (7'4''-C-2002) of Purdue
USA

Caleb McConnell (6'7''-G) of Rutgers
Nigeria

Clifford Omoruyi (6'11''-C-2001) of Rutgers

All-Big Ten All-Freshman Team 2023

Hood-Schifino

Howard

Sensabaugh

Smith

Essegian

All-Freshman Team
USA

Jalen Hood-Schifino (6'6''-G) of Indiana
USA

Jett Howard (6'8''-G) of Michigan
USA

Brice Sensabaugh (6'6''-F) of Ohio St.
USA

Braden Smith (6'0''-PG) of Purdue
USA

Connor Essegian (6'4''-G) of Wisconsin

All-Sportsmanship Team
USA

Matthew Mayer (6'9''-G/F) of Illinois
USA

Miller Kopp (6'7''-F) of Indiana
USA

Patrick McCaffery (6'9''-F-2000) of Iowa
Canada

Patrick Emilien (6'7''-F) of Maryland
USA

Joey Baker (6'7''-G-2000) of Michigan
USA

Jaden Akins (6'4''-G) of Michigan St.
USA

Ta'Lon Cooper (6'4''-G) of Minnesota
USA

Robbie Beran (6'9''-F) of Northwestern
Germany

Sam Griesel (6'6''-G-2000) of Nebraska
USA

Sean McNeil (6'4''-G) of Ohio St.
USA

Camren Wynter (6'2''-G) of Penn St.
USA

Matt Frost (6'5''-F-2001) of Purdue
Australia

Mawot Mag (6'7''-F) of Rutgers
USA

Isaac Lindsey (6'4''-G-2001) of Wisconsin

All-Big Ten All-Tournament Team 2023

Edey

Pickett

Lundy

Jackson-Davis

Thornton

All-Tournament Team
Canada

Zach Edey (7'4''-C-2002) of Purdue
USA

Jalen Pickett (6'4''-G) of Penn St.
USA

Seth Lundy (6'6''-G/F-2000) of Penn St.
USA

Trayce Jackson-Davis (6'9''-F-2000) of Indiana
USA

Bruce Thornton (6'2''-G) of Ohio St.

Purdue Wins 2023 Big Ten Championship - by Eurobasket Center

CHICAGO, Ill. - The Purdue University Boilermakers won their second Big Ten Men's Tournament Championship on Sunday, as they topped Penn State 67-65 at the United Center in Chicago.
With the win, Purdue (29-5) earns the will receive the Big Ten's automatic berth into the 2023 NCAA Championship and make its 34th all-time tournament appearance.
Purdue also claimed the regular season title, becoming the third team in the last 10 years to win both the regular season and tournament titles. The previous two teams that won both championships advanced to the Final Four (2019 Michigan State and 2015 Wisconsin).
Junior Zach Edey (7'4''-C-2002) led the Boilermakers with 30 points on 12-17 shooting from the field and 13 rebounds, both game highs, in just 28 minutes of action. Edey's effort were rewarded as the media named him the tournament's Jim and Kitty Delany Most Outstanding Player.
Edey was joined on the Big Ten Men's Basketball All-Tournament Team by Jalen Pickett (6'4''-G) and Seth Lundy (6'6''-G/F-2000) from Penn State, Indiana's Trayce Jackson-Davis (6'9''-F-2000), and Bruce Thornton (6'2''-G) from Ohio State.
After trailing by as many as 11 points in the first half, the Nittany Lions used a 7-0 spurt to pull within 40-36 after a Camren Wynter (6'2''-G) three pointer at the 16:28 mark. Purdue responded with a 12-2 run of its own, as Trey Kaufman-Renn's three-point play extended the Boilermakers' advantage to 52-38 with 10:10 to play.
Purdue pushed its lead to a game-high 17 points with 6:18 on the clock, but Penn State would not go away. The Nittany Lions used a 17-4 run to cut their deficit to 64-60 with just under two minutes to play.
An Edey lay-up gave Purdue a six point cushion, but Pickett found teammate Myles Dread (6'4''-G/F-1999) for a three with 16 seconds remaining, cutting Penn State's deficit to three. The Nittany Lions forced a turnover on Purdue's next possession, leading to a Wynter lay-up to pull Penn State to within 66-65 with six seconds to play.
On the next possession, a Penn State foul sent Purdue's Fletcher Loyer (6'4''-G) to the free throw line, where he made one-of-two. Penn State's Andrew Funk (6'5''-G-1999) collected the defensive rebound, but, after a timeout, the Nittany Lions could not get a game-winning shot attempt.
David Jenkins Jr. (6'1''-G-1998) added 11 points, while Mason Gillis (6'6''-F-2000) added 10 points for the Boilermakers.
Lundy Paced the Nittany Lions with 19 points and eight rebounds, while Wynter finished with 14 points and Pickett 11.

Courtesy of bigten.org

VCU Ousts Dayton Behind 68-56 Championship Victory, Clinches Second-Ever A-10 Title, NCAA Berth - by Igor Obradovic

NEW YORK (AP) Jalen Deloach (6'9''-F) posted a 13-point, 10-rebound double-double as top-seeded VCU downed No. 2 overall Dayton 68-56 on Sunday to secure the program's second-ever Atlantic 10 Championship and first since 2015.
Ace Baldwin Jr. (6'1''-G) Jr. added 16 points and seven assists, sending the Rams (27-7) to the NCAA Tournament with a nine-game winning streak and a title that has often alluded them during an otherwise impressive run of consistency.
VCU had played in the A-10 final six times from 2013-21, winning just once in 2015 when the Rams defeated Dayton.
DaRon Holmes Jr. (6'10''-F) II tried to carry the Flyers (22-12) to their first A-10 title since 2003 and first NCAA bid in six years, racking up 28 points and 16 rebounds. The 6-10 sophomore was named the championships's Most Outstanding Player, averaging 22 points in three games at Barclays Center.
The Rams and Flyers split two regular-season games, decided by a total of three points. The rubber match was more of the same.
The Flyers bolted to a 10-point lead early in the second half, but Baldwin tied it at 47 with a 3 with 11:50 left in the second half and the Rams slowly edged away from that point on.
VCU converted three straight second-chance opportunities into seven points in the final three-and-a-half minutes, with DeLoach's work on the offensive glass spurring the effort. Brandon Johns Jr. (6'8''-F-1999) muscled in a layup that gave the Rams a 65-56 lead with 1:57 left.
A day after Dayton's Toumani Camara (6'8''-F-2000) went 12-for-13 from the floor in the semifinals against Fordham, the junior got into foul trouble and went scoreless in the first half against VCU. He fouled out with six points and six rebounds.
The 6-9 Mustapha Amzil (6'9''-F-2001) stepped up to pair with Holmes to wear out the Rams inside. The two bigs combined to shoot 10-for-14 from the floor and score 29 points as Dayton took a 36-30 lead at halftime.
The Atlantic 10 All-Championship team featured Baldwin, Holmes and Camara along with VCU's Jamir Watkins (6'7''-F), Fordham's Khalid Moore (6'7''-F-2000) and Saint Joseph's Erik Reynolds Jr. (6'2''-G) II. Dayton standout Holmes garnered the championship's Most Outstanding Player honor for his notable performance throughout the week.

Courtesy of atlantic10.com

Tigers Ride Strong Second Half to 2023 Ivy Madness Title - by Igor Obradovic

PRINCETON, N.J. - The Princeton University men's basketball team punched its ticket to the 2023 NCAA Tournament on Sunday afternoon, pulling off the 74-65 upset of top-seeded Yale to claim the 2023 Ivy Madness Championship crown inside Jadwin Gymnasium.
Second-seeded Princeton took advantage of playing on its home floor, scoring the game's first 12 points in front of a crowd of over 3,600 fans. However, the Bulldogs fought back to take a 25-23 lead with just over three minutes to play in the first half on a Matt Knowling (6'6''-F) layup as both sides traded blows prior to intermission.
Freshman standout Caden Pierce (6'6''-F) closed the period on an individual 5-0 run, burying a 3-pointer at the buzzer to put the Tigers ahead by four, 33-29, at the break.
The Tigers led wire-to-wire in the second half of action, cruising to the tournament title and claiming the League's automatic bid in next week's NCAA Tournament.
Princeton's Tosan Evbuomwan (6'8''-F-2001) was named the Most Outstanding Player following his second straight 20-point performance, finishing with 21 points on 8-of-14 shooting from the floor. The senior also tallied five rebounds and four assists in the win, while Pierce recorded 12 points and 10 rebounds for his second double-double of the postseason.
Yale's Bez Mbeng (6'4''-G) has 18 points and six rebounds to lead the Bulldogs, but the team shot just 13-for-19 (68.4 percent) from the charity stripe and lost the rebound battle 36-31 to Princeton.
The Tigers will be making their 26th all-time trip to the dance and the first since the 2016-17 season. Princeton finds out its seeding in the NCAA Tournament during tonight's selection show.

Courtesy of ivyleaguesports.com

Red-hot Bama rolls to second SEC title in three years - by Igor Obradovic

Nashville, Tenn. --- No. 1 seed Alabama (29-5, 16-2 SEC) earned an explosive 82-63 victory over No. 2 seed Texas A&M (25-9, 15-3 SEC) in the championship game of the SEC Men's Basketball Tournament on Sunday at Bridgestone Arena.
Alabama matched its largest win in an SEC championship game with the 19-point differential while scoring the second-most points in an SEC champ game in program history. The Tide also beche 20th school tame o win the SEC Tournament championship with every win by double digits and the first since Kentucky in 2015.
Brandon Miller (6'9''-F) recorded his ninth double-double of the season (23 points, 12 rebounds) while becoming the first player with consecutive 20-point, 10-rebound games in an SEC Tournament since Tennessee's Vincent Yarbrough (6'7''-F-1981, college: Tennessee) in 2002. Jahvon Quinerly (6'1''-G-1998) followed right behind with 22 points on 8-of-14 shooting as they each drained four 3-pointers. The duo become the first Alabama teammates to each score 20 points in an SEC Tournament game since Alonzo Gee (6'6''-G/F-1987, college: Alabama) and Mikhail Torrance (6'5''-G-1988, college: Alabama) against Vanderbilt in 2009.
Charles Bediako (7'0''-C-2002, agency: Green Sports Management) also logged a double-double with 12 points and 13 rebounds while Noah Clowney (6'10''-F) scored nine and grabbed 11 boards.
Dexter Dennis (6'5''-G) led the Aggies' offensive efforts with 14 points and three triples while grabbing five rebounds. Despite his slow start, Wade Taylor IV followed with 13 points. Tyrece Radford (6'2''-G-1999) scored 12 and Henry Coleman III (6'8''-F-2002) 11 led Texas A&M with nine rebounds.
Within mere moments of the opening tipoff, Sears locked in the first of the Tide's many threes. Quinerly and Dennis exchanged 3-pointers before an 8-0 run put together by Bediako's second-chance dunk and two shots from depth rushed Alabama ahead, 16-7, bringing the electric crowd to their feet numerous times within the first five minutes of play.
Both teams slowed down on offense with 12 of the remaining 20 first-half points coming from the free-throw line.
The Aggies faced a deficit as large as 16 after a 7-0 run by the Tide set up a 31-15 differential with less than five minutes remaining in the half. Texas A&M scored the final points before the halftime buzzer on a hook shot by Julius Marble II (6'9''-F-2000) to bring them within 11, 34-23, at the break.
The Tide controlled the first half with Quinerly spearheading their offensive efforts, hitting three of Alabama's six 3-pointers and scoring 13 on 5-of-8 shooting. As a team, the Tide shot 41% from the field in the first half off 11-of-27 shooting.
The game proved to be a physical matchup as each team collected 10 fouls with three of the Tide's belonging to Miller. Meanwhile, Noah Gurley (6'8''-F) and Bediako hosted a block party in the first half, denying the Aggies a combined five times. Bediako also grabbed eight boards in the opening half.
By comparison, the Aggies struggled to find their rhythm as they recorded their worst shooting half of the season at 21% from the field (6-of-29) and the program's second-worst shooting half against an SEC opponent in the past 10 seasons.
The Aggies took a new approach in the second half, piling on points in the paint; however, the Tide simply continued to respond with baskets of their own. At the 16:35 mark, Quinerly's fastbreak 3-pointer sent the crowd into a frenzy as he matched his season high for most threes in a game with four.
With multiple contributors, Texas A&M went on a quick 6-0 run to close the gap, 38-47, but Miller drained one from distance as the Alabama fans drowned out any whispers of a comeback with their uproar. Just moments later, the crowd erupted once again as Miller drilled his third three at the midpoint of the second half.
Texas A&M coach Buzz Williams called time to regroup, leading to a jam by Solomon Washington (6'7''-F) and a three-point play by Taylor IV to bring it within 10 again, 58-48, with just over nine minutes to go.
But back-to-back threes by the Clowney and Miller halted the brief Texas A&M run brought the Bama fans to their feet once again, forcing Williams to call another timeout as the roars filled the arena.
This time, the Texas A&M timeout did nothing to slow Alabama's momentum. Clowney's dunk gave the Tide a 71-50 advantage at the 5:29 mark. The Tide continued on a 20-5 run capped by Miller's flight to the rim for a flush, making it 77-53 to the sounds of an awestruck crowd.
The Crimson Tide rode out the remaining minutes to become the 2023 SEC Men's Basketball Tournament champions.

Courtesy of secsports.go.com

All-Atlantic 10 Awards 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

All-Tournament MVP: USA

DaRon Holmes Jr. (6'10''-F) of Dayton
Player of the Year: USA

Ace Baldwin Jr. (6'1''-G) of VCU
Defensive Player of the Year: USA

Ace Baldwin Jr. (6'1''-G) of VCU
Freshman of the Year: USA

Maximus Edwards (6'5''-G) of GWU
Most Improved Player of the Year: USA

Brendan Adams (6'4''-G-2000) of GWU
Sixth Man of the Year: USA

Josh Nickelberry (6'4''-G-2001) of La Salle
Coach of the Year: Keith Urgo of Fordham

All-Atlantic 10 First Team 2023

Baldwin Jr.

Camara

Holmes Jr.

Oduro

Bishop

Collins

First Team
USA

Ace Baldwin Jr. (6'1''-G) of VCU
Belgium

Toumani Camara (6'8''-F-2000) of Dayton
USA

DaRon Holmes Jr. (6'10''-F) of Dayton
Ghana

Joshua Oduro (6'9''-F-2000) of GMU
USA

James Bishop (6'2''-G) of GWU
USA

Yuri Collins (6'0''-PG) of St.Louis

All-Atlantic 10 Second Team 2023

Loyer

Grant

Quisenberry

Burton

Reynolds Jr.

Jimerson

Second Team
USA

Foster Loyer (6'0''-PG-1999) of Davidson
USA

Dae Dae Grant (6'2''-G-2001) of Duquesne
USA

Darius Quisenberry (6'2''-G) of Fordham
USA

Tyler Burton (6'7''-F-2000) of Richmond
USA

Erik Reynolds Jr. (6'2''-G) of St.Joseph's
USA

Gibson Jimerson (6'5''-G) of St.Louis

All-Atlantic 10 Third Team 2023

Adams

Mennenga

Moore

Banks III

Deloach

Johns Jr.

Third Team
USA

Brendan Adams (6'4''-G-2000) of GWU
New Zealand

Samuel Mennenga (6'9''-F-2001) of Davidson
USA

Khalid Moore (6'7''-F-2000) of Fordham
USA

Daryl Banks III (6'3''-G-2000) of St.Bonaventure
USA

Jalen Deloach (6'9''-F) of VCU
USA

Brandon Johns Jr. (6'8''-F-1999) of VCU

All-Atlantic 10 All-Defensive Team 2023

Camara

Holmes Jr.

Collins

Clark

Rose

All-Defensive Team
Belgium

Toumani Camara (6'8''-F-2000) of Dayton
USA

DaRon Holmes Jr. (6'10''-F) of Dayton
USA

Yuri Collins (6'0''-PG) of St.Louis
USA

Jimmy Clark (6'3''-G) of Duquesne
USA

Kyle Rose (6'4''-G) of Fordham

All-Atlantic 10 All-Rookie Team 2023

Sharavjamts

Schwieger

Luis

Farell

Edwards

All-Rookie Team
Mongolia

Mike Sharavjamts (6'8''-G/F-2002) of Dayton
USA

Ben Schwieger (6'7''-G/F) of Loyola, IL
USA

RJ Luis (6'7''-G) of UMass
Gabon

Yann Farell (6'6''-F) of St.Bonaventure
USA

Maximus Edwards (6'5''-G) of GWU

All-Atlantic 10 All-Academic Team 2023

Jimerson

Adams

Loyer

Grace

Bailey Jr

All-Academic Team
USA

Gibson Jimerson (6'5''-G) of St.Louis
USA

Brendan Adams (6'4''-G-2000) of GWU
USA

Foster Loyer (6'0''-PG-1999) of Davidson
Canada

Matt Grace (6'9''-F-1999) of Richmond
USA

Victor Bailey Jr (6'4''-G-1998) of GMU

All-Atlantic 10 All-Tournament Team 2023

Holmes Jr.

Baldwin Jr.

Camara

Watkins

Moore

Reynolds Jr.

All-Tournament Team
USA

DaRon Holmes Jr. (6'10''-F) of Dayton
USA

Ace Baldwin Jr. (6'1''-G) of VCU
Belgium

Toumani Camara (6'8''-F-2000) of Dayton
USA

Jamir Watkins (6'7''-F) of VCU
USA

Khalid Moore (6'7''-F-2000) of Fordham
USA

Erik Reynolds Jr. (6'2''-G) of St.Joseph's

All-Ivy League Awards 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

All-Tournament MVP: United Kingdom

Tosan Evbuomwan (6'8''-F-2001) of Princeton
Player of the Year: USA

Jordan Dingle (6'3''-G) of Pennsylvania
Defensive Player of the Year: USA

Bez Mbeng (6'4''-G) of Yale
Rookie of the Year: USA

Caden Pierce (6'6''-F) of Princeton
Coach of the Year: James Jones of Yale

All-Ivy League First Team 2023

Ledlum

Dingle

Evbuomwan

Knowling

Lilly

First Team
USA

Chris Ledlum (6'6''-F) of Harvard
USA

Jordan Dingle (6'3''-G) of Pennsylvania
United Kingdom

Tosan Evbuomwan (6'8''-F-2001) of Princeton
USA

Matt Knowling (6'6''-F) of Yale
USA

Kino Lilly (6'0''-PG) of Brown

All-Ivy League Second Team 2023

Wojcik

Dolan

Adelekun

Allocco

Jarvis

Second Team
USA

Paxson Wojcik (6'5''-G-2000) of Brown
USA

Greg Dolan (6'3''-G) of Cornell
USA

Dame Adelekun (6'8''-F-2001) of Dartmouth
USA

Matt Allocco (6'4''-G) of Princeton
USA

EJ Jarvis (6'8''-F) of Yale

Honorable Mention
USA

Nazir Williams (6'3''-G) of Cornell
USA

Max Martz (6'6''-F/G) of Pennsylvania
USA

Bez Mbeng (6'4''-G) of Yale

All-Ivy League All-Tournament Team 2023

Evbuomwan

Pierce

Dingle

Manon

Mahoney

All-Tournament Team
United Kingdom

Tosan Evbuomwan (6'8''-F-2001) of Princeton
USA

Caden Pierce (6'6''-F) of Princeton
USA

Jordan Dingle (6'3''-G) of Pennsylvania
USA

Chris Manon (6'5''-G) of Cornell
USA

August Mahoney (6'4''-G-2000) of Yale

All-SEC Awards 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

All-Tournament MVP: USA

Brandon Miller (6'9''-F) of Alabama
Player of the Year: USA

Brandon Miller (6'9''-F) of Alabama
Defensive Player of the Year: USA

Liam Robbins (7'0''-F-1999) of Vanderbilt
Freshman of the Year: USA

Brandon Miller (6'9''-F) of Alabama
Newcomer of the Year: USA

Brandon Miller (6'9''-F) of Alabama
Co-Sixth Man of the Year: USA

Jahvon Quinerly (6'1''-G-1998) of Alabama
Co-Sixth Man of the Year: USA

Antonio Reeves (6'5''-G) of Kentucky
Scholar-Athlete of the Year: USA

Kobe Brown (6'8''-G/F-2000) of Missouri
Co-Coach of the Year: Buzz Williams of Texas A&M
Co-Coach of the Year: Jerry Stackhouse of Vanderbilt

First Team
USA

Brandon Miller (6'9''-F) of Alabama
Panama

Colin Castleton (6'11''-F-2000) of Florida
DR Congo

Oscar Tshiebwe (6'9''-F-1999) of Kentucky
USA

Tolu Smith (6'11''-F) of MSU
USA

Kobe Brown (6'8''-G/F-2000) of Missouri
Uruguay

Santiago Vescovi (6'3''-G-2001) of Tennessee
USA

Wade Taylor IV (6'0''-PG) of Texas A&M
USA

Liam Robbins (7'0''-F-1999) of Vanderbilt

Second Team
USA

Mark Sears (6'1''-G-2002) of Alabama
USA

Anthony Black (6'7''-G-2004) of Arkansas
USA

Ricky Council IV (6'5''-G) of Arkansas
USA

Johni Broome (6'10''-F-2002) of Auburn
USA

Wendell Green Jr. (5'11''-PG-2002) of Auburn
USA

KJ Williams (6'10''-F-1999) of LSU
USA

Zakai Zeigler (5'9''-PG) of Tennessee
USA

Tyrece Radford (6'2''-G-1999) of Texas A&M

All-SEC Defensive Team 2023

Bediako

Davis

Castleton

Zeigler

Robbins

All-Defensive Team
Canada

Charles Bediako (7'0''-C-2002) of Alabama
USA

Davonte Davis (6'4''-G-2001) of Arkansas
Panama

Colin Castleton (6'11''-F-2000) of Florida
USA

Zakai Zeigler (5'9''-PG) of Tennessee
USA

Liam Robbins (7'0''-F-1999) of Vanderbilt

All-Freshman Team
USA

Jaden Bradley (6'3''-G-2003) of Alabama
USA

Noah Clowney (6'10''-F) of Alabama
USA

Brandon Miller (6'9''-F) of Alabama
USA

Anthony Black (6'7''-G-2004) of Arkansas
USA

Riley Kugel (6'5''-F/G) of Florida
USA

Chris Livingston (6'6''-F-2003) of Kentucky
USA

Cason Wallace (6'4''-G) of Kentucky
USA

Gregory Jackson (6'9''-G-2004) of Ridge View (SC)
USA

Julian Phillips (6'8''-F) of Tennessee

All-SEC All-Tournament Team 2023

Miller

Bediako

Quinerly

Hodge

Manjon

Taylor IV

All-Tournament Team
USA

Brandon Miller (6'9''-F) of Alabama
Canada

Charles Bediako (7'0''-C-2002) of Alabama
USA

Jahvon Quinerly (6'1''-G-1998) of Alabama
British Virgin Islands

D'Moi Hodge (6'4''-G-1998) of Missouri
USA

Ezra Manjon (6'0''-PG) of Vanderbilt
USA

Wade Taylor IV (6'0''-PG) of Texas A&M

Sources: Georgia Tech finalizing Damon Stoudamire hire - by Eurobasket News

Boston Celtics assistant Damon Stoudamire is finalizing a five-year deal to become Georgia Tech's next head coach, sources said. The school's board of trustees plans to approve the hire Monday. Stoudamire has informed the Celtics he plans to take the job and make the move back to college. He brings a blend of college and NBA coaching experience along with a strong playing pedigree, a mix Tech officials are hopeful can resuscitate the relevance of a program that has faded in recent years. Stoudamire proved a solid head coach at Pacific, a stint that included a 23-10 season in 2019-20 yielding him the West Coast Conference Coach of the Year award. He went 32-19 his final two years and 71-77 overall at Pacific, leaving the job to join Ime Udoka on the Celtics staff prior to last season. Stoudamire has also worked in college at Rice, Memphis (twice) and Arizona as an assistant coach, giving him more than a decade overall of college coaching experience. Stoudamire replaces Josh Pastner, who went to just one NCAA tournament in his seven seasons at Georgia Tech. Pastner went 109-114, with the lone NCAA appearance coming after winning the ACC tournament in 2021. Georgia Tech hasn't reached the NCAA tournament in consecutive seasons since 2004 and 2005, a sign of the lack of sustained success. Stoudamire's challenge will be to reenergize Atlanta and the area's rich recruiting scene to make Georgia Tech a destination again. Stoudamire emerged as a valued member of the Celtics staff in the wake of Udoka's departure prior to this season. He has been a key assistant for first-year coach Joe Mazzulla as the Celtics have played to the second-best record in the Eastern Conference (47-21) and the team's staff earned the right to work at the NBA All-Star Game. Mazzulla's performance earned the removal of his interim tag prior to the All-Star break this season. Selected with the No. 7 overall pick in the 1995 draft, Stoudamire was named Rookie of the Year and played 13 seasons in the NBA. He averaged 13.4 points per game across stints with the Raptors, Trail Blazers, Grizzlies and Spurs. Stoudamire will be the second high-profile hire for J Batt since the first-year athletic director came on in October. Batt promoted Brent Key to head football coach from his interim spot and sources told ESPN that the school hopes to follow the blueprint for success at Tech that Batt saw Nate Oats execute at Alabama in building the Tide into the NCAA tournament's top overall seed this year. Batt's background is in fundraising, and there is expected to be a strong NIL push to help fortify and bolster Tech's roster to support Stoudamire.
Courtesy of: espn.com

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NCAA2

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Shawndale JONES

IUP
(190-G-)
Avg: 19.4

19.4

18.4

18.2

17.4

17.3

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NEW ZEALAND

Tuatara tabs rookie Conor Flanagan in his first year in pro basketball - by Hugh McAuliffe

Auckland-Tuatara (NBL) inked New Zealander 203cm forward Conor Flanagan for upcoming season. Flanagan just graduated from University-of-West-Florida (NCAA2) in USA. He has played there for the last five years.
Flanagan started his college career at University of West Florida (NCAA2).
So his pro career will start in New Zealand.

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NIGERIA

SPB 2023 - Tanksley Efianayi (ex Urunday) joins Guaiqueries - by Francisco Vega

Guaiqueries-de-Margarita (SPB) agreed terms with 28-year old American (has also Nigerian passport) swingman Tanksley Efianayi (198cm-95kg-1994, college: UCF) for the upcoming SPB 2023 season. Efianayi joins another USA player Tre' McLean who is already in the roster.
He just played at Urunday in Uruguayan LUB league. In 25 games he had very impressive stats: 19.0ppg, 5.8rpg, 2.9apg and 1.0spg last season. The last summer he played at Supersonicos in Venezuelan SPB where in 22 games he recorded also remarkable stats: 17.1ppg, 7.0rpg and 2.5apg. Good season as he was named League Player of the Week (2 times).
He is quite experienced player. Efianayi's career allowed him to visit three different continents, while he played in five different countries. He tasted the life as pro basketball player in Europe, Latin America and of course North America. Efianayi has played previously professionally in Argentina (Obera), Bulgaria (Balkan), Chile (Puente Alto), Ukraine (Odessa) and North Macedonia (Gostivar).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team made it to the North Macedonian League Semifinals in 2019. He was voted to Eurobasket.com North Macedonian League All-Imports Team back in 2019.
Efianayi graduated from University of Central Florida in 2017 and it is his sixth season as a professional player.

SPB 2023 - Marinos welcome back George Williams II - by Francisco Vega

Marinos-de-Anzoategui (SPB) tabbed 32-year old American (has also Nigerian passport) 198cm guard George A. Williams II (college: WBU) for the upcoming SPB 2023 season. It is actually his comeback to Puerto La Cruz as he has played here before. Williams played recently at Bison in Mongolian MNBA.
He is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball he experienced life in fifteen different countries playing on four different continents. Williams is familiar with Asian, Latin American, African and of course North American leagues. He has played previously professionally in Argentina (Ferro), Belize (Tiger Sharks), Canada (Power and Highlanders), Chile (Puerto Varas), Dominican Republic (Reales), Iraq (Al Kahraba and Zakho), Kuwait (Arabi), Mexico (Pioneros Los Mochis and Libertadores), Oman (Al Bashaer), United Kingdom, Kenya (Kenya Ports Authority), Bolivia (La Salle and Amistad), Egypt (Al Geish), UBA (Houston Havok) and PBL (Lynchburg T.).
Among many awards he won Omani League championship title in 2021. Williams was also voted to Asia-Basket.com All-Kuwait D2 Point Guard of the Year in 2022.
He attended previously one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on he way to pro basketball.
Williams graduated from Wayland Baptist University in 2012 and it will be his eleventh (!!!) season in pro basketball.

Kwara Falcons sign Jawed Adekoya, ex Reading R. - by Eurobasket News

Kwara-Falcons (DStv PBL) landed American (has also British passport) 198cm guard Jawad Adekoya (college: Chicago State). Adekoya joins another USA player Michael Kolawole who is already in the roster.
He played recently at Reading Rockets in British NBL D1, but was released by the team in Feb.'23. In four games he averaged impressive 17.8ppg and 4.5rpg last season. The last summer he played at Flight in U.S. semi-pro league TBL where in four games he had very remarkable stats: 18.5ppg, 6.0rpg and 1.3spg.
He has played previously professionally in Canada (Bobcats).
He helped his team to make it to the British BBL Semifinals in 2019.
Adekoya graduated from Chicago State in 2016 and it is his seventh season in pro basketball.

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NORWAY

BLNO Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Stian MJOES

Baerum B
(183-G-1989)
Avg: 24.8

24.8

24.2

24.0

22.8

22.3

BLNO Round 21: Gimle defeats Fyllingen in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

An interesting game for Gimle (25-5) which hosted in Bergen 3rd placed Fyllingen (20-10). Second ranked Gimle managed to get a 13-point victory 99-86. Gimle dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Fyllingen's 24. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 20 passes made by Fyllingen's players. It was a good game for the former international guard Mikkel Kolstad (193-1995, college: Nova SE) who led his team to a victory with 22 points and 7 assists. American forward Dante Thompson (201-1993, college: GBC) contributed with 17 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. American forward Devin Gilligan (196-1993, college: SNHU) answered with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 15 rebounds and 9 assists for Fyllingen. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Gimle have an impressive series of twelve victories in a row. Defending champion maintains second place with 25-5 record having just one point less than leader Kongsberg. Fyllingen at the other side keeps the third position with ten games lost. They share it with Froya Basket.
BLNO top team - Kongsberg (25-4) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed eighth ranked Ammerud Bskt (11-18) 93-69. Guard William Lybaek (188-1997, college: Peru St.) stepped up and scored 31 points (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) for the winners and Aly Hudgins chipped in 15 points and 10 rebounds. Kongsberg's coach felt very confident that he used 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was American-Jamaican guard Xavier Sewell (192-1996, college: WAU) with 27 points and 9 rebounds. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Kongsberg. They maintain first place with 25-4 record. Ammerud Bskt lost their seventh game in a row. They dropped to the seventh position with 18 games lost.
BLNO top team - Kongsberg (25-4) managed to deliver another win on Saturday. This time they beat tenth ranked Asker Aliens (6-24) 89-77. Xavier Green nailed 24 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. Tom Dumont came up with 21 points and 6 rebounds for Asker Aliens in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Kongsberg. They maintain first place with 25-4 record. Loser Asker Aliens keep the tenth position with 24 games lost.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 21: Asker Aliens was smashed by Baerum Basket on the road 109-90. Centrum lost to Oppsal on its own court 64-65. Ammerud Bskt outscored Nidaros Jets in Oslo 82-57. Tromso rolled over Oppsal at home 99-75. Baerum Basket was crushed by Gimle on the opponent's court 101-75. Fyllingen beat Centrum in a home game 89-84. Baerum Basket lost to Froya Basket on the road 90-98.
The most impressive performance of 21th round was 34 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds by DeAngelo Stewart of Froya Basket.

Baerum Basket - Asker Aliens 109-90

No shocking result in a game when sixth ranked Baerum Basket (16-13) crushed 10th ranked Asker Aliens (6-24) in Bekkestua 109-90 on Tuesday. Baerum Basket made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 Asker Aliens turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Asker Aliens' players. Center Oscar Hellebust (206-2006) nailed 31 points and 4 steals for the winning side and American forward Steffon Mitchell (203-1997, college: Boston Coll.) accounted for 15 points, 6 rebounds, 12 assists and 4 steals. American forward Amir Yusuf (206, college: Talladega) came up with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and the other American import guard Joshua Hart (194-1990, college: Va Intermont) added 18 points respectively for Asker Aliens in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Baerum Basket maintains sixth place with 16-13 record. Loser Asker Aliens keep the tenth position with 24 games lost.
Top scorers:
Baerum Basket: H.Oscar 31+2reb+2ast, S.Mjoes 21+1reb+9ast, S.Mitchell 15+6reb+12ast, B.Ludvik 12+8reb+2ast, P.Amar 9+1reb+1ast, K.Fredrik 7+4reb+1ast
Asker Aliens: T.Dumont 19+2ast, J.Hart 18+4reb+3ast, L.Bergh 17+3reb+4ast, A.Yusuf 16+10reb+3ast, J.Kjesbu 9+3reb+1ast, S.Niklas 6+1reb

Gimle - Fyllingen 99-86

An interesting game for Gimle (25-5) which hosted in Bergen 3rd placed Fyllingen (20-10). Second ranked Gimle managed to get a 13-point victory 99-86. Gimle dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Fyllingen's 24. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 20 passes made by Fyllingen's players. It was a good game for the former international guard Mikkel Kolstad (193-1995, college: Nova SE) who led his team to a victory with 22 points and 7 assists. American forward Dante Thompson (201-1993, college: GBC) contributed with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Four Gimle players scored in double figures. American forward Devin Gilligan (196-1993, college: SNHU) answered with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 15 rebounds and 9 assists and the former international guard Nikolas Skouen (191-1990, college: Pepperdine, agency: Interperformances) added 20 points in the effort for Fyllingen. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Gimle have an impressive series of twelve victories in a row. Defending champion maintains second place with 25-5 record having just one point less than leader Kongsberg. Fyllingen at the other side keeps the third position with ten games lost. They share it with Froya Basket.
Top scorers:
Gimle: M.Kolstad 22+2reb+7ast, J.Odfjell 18+7reb+4ast, D.Thompson 17+10reb+3ast, G.Kristoffer 12+2reb+1ast, E.Fjaerestad 11+4reb+1ast, P.Enzo 9+2reb+2ast
Fyllingen: D.Gilligan 24+15reb+9ast, N.Skouen 20+3reb+1ast, B.Nicolas 11+2reb+2ast, S.Itthiphat 9+1reb, P.Bullock 8+3reb+1ast, F.Aidoo 4+2reb+2ast

Kongsberg - Ammerud Bskt 93-69

BLNO top team - Kongsberg (25-4) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed eighth ranked Ammerud Bskt (11-18) 93-69. They outrebounded Ammerud Bskt 42-24 including a 33-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Guard William Lybaek (188-1997, college: Peru St.) stepped up and scored 31 points (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) for the winners and forward Aly Hudgins (201-1993, college: ECU) chipped in 15 points and 10 rebounds. Four Kongsberg players scored in double figures. Kongsberg's coach felt very confident that he used 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was American-Jamaican guard Xavier Sewell (192-1996, college: WAU) with 27 points and 9 rebounds and Swedish swingman Mustafa Dibba (186-1995) scored 15 points and 9 rebounds. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Kongsberg. They maintain first place with 25-4 record. Ammerud Bskt lost their seventh game in a row. They dropped to the seventh position with 18 games lost.
Top scorers:
Kongsberg: W.Lybaek 31+4reb+1ast, A.Hudgins 15+10reb+2ast, M.Mornar 13+2reb+3ast, X.Green 12+11reb+3ast, T.Sommerfeldt 8+6reb+1ast, L.Viken Erik 5+4reb
Ammerud Bskt: X.Sewell 27+9reb+1ast, M.Dibba 15+9reb, N.Okoroafor 8, A.Xepapadakis 8+1reb, B.Battle 7+3reb+1ast, A.Kevin 2

Centrum - Oppsal 64-65

There was a minor upset when 7th ranked Centrum (11-19) was edged by ninth ranked Oppsal (8-22) in Oslo 65-64 on Wednesday. American center Jacob Tryon (211-1998, college: Samford) nailed a double-double by scoring 23 points and 11 rebounds for the winning side and his fellow American import guard Jacquez Henderson (188-1997, college: Indiana) accounted for 11 points. Serbian forward Petar Kutlesic (206-1994, college: Azusa Pacific) came up with 16 points and 7 rebounds and the former international power forward Johannes Dolven (206-1996, college: Barry) added 12 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Centrum in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Newly promoted Oppsal maintains ninth place with 8-22 record. Centrum lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the eighth position with 19 games lost.
Top scorers:
Oppsal: J.Tryon 23+11reb+1ast, J.Henderson 11+2reb, A.Christian 9+2reb+1ast, A.Etienne 6+3reb, T.Ble 5+5reb+1ast, T.Fredrik 4+4reb+1ast
Centrum: P.Kutlesic 16+7reb+1ast, C.Heggelund 15+4reb, J.Dolven 12+5reb+3ast, I.Bonhomme 8+4reb+5ast, V.Oliver 6+4reb, P.Dickert 3+6reb

Nidaros Jets - Ammerud Bskt 57-82

Rather predictable result when eighth ranked Ammerud Bskt (11-18) rolled over bottom-ranked Nidaros Jets (2-28) in Tromdheim 82-57 on Saturday. Ammerud Bskt dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Nidaros Jets' 32. Ammerud Bskt forced 20 Nidaros Jets turnovers. Strangely Nidaros Jets outrebounded Ammerud Bskt 41-29 including 29 on the defensive glass. American-Jamaican guard Xavier Sewell (192-1996, college: WAU) nailed a double-double by scoring 29 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and American forward Bryan Battle (196-1999, college: FHU) accounted for 29 points and 7 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Forward Jakob Baiden (194-1993) came up with 6 points and 15 rebounds and point guard Mikkel Aarnes (184-2000) added 14 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Nidaros Jets in the defeat. Nidaros Jets' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Ammerud Bskt moved-up to seventh place. Nidaros Jets lost their twentieth game in a row. They stay dead last with 28 lost games.
Top scorers:
Ammerud Bskt: X.Sewell 29+11reb+5ast, B.Battle 29+7reb+3ast, J.Hjelseth 9+1reb+2ast, A.Kevin 7+5reb+1ast, N.Okoroafor 5+2reb, A.Xepapadakis 3+3reb+3ast
Nidaros Jets: M.Aarnes 14+6reb+1ast, S.Brage 10+5reb+4ast, B.Jo Mathias 8+3reb, J.Baiden 6+15reb+3ast, B.Mats 6+5reb+5ast, H.Ole 5+4reb+1ast

Tromso - Oppsal 99-75

Not a big story in a game when 9th ranked Oppsal (8-22) was outscored on the road by fifth ranked Tromso (19-10) 99-75 on Saturday. Tromso looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Oppsal's players. Canadian center Cole Long (201, college: Detroit) nailed a double-double by scoring 26 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side and Serbian forward Petar Radojicic (206-1994, college: St.Mary's, TX, agency: Promo Sport ID) accounted for 26 points and 9 rebounds. American center Jacob Tryon (211-1998, college: Samford) came up with 23 points and 7 rebounds and Christian Andersen added 11 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Oppsal in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Oppsal's coach Jarl Jespersen gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Tromso maintains fifth place with 19-10 record. Newly promoted Oppsal keeps the ninth position with 22 games lost.
Top scorers:
Tromso: P.Radojicic 26+9reb+1ast, C.Long 26+10reb+6ast, J.Lange 19+6reb+7ast, B.McDonald 18+3reb+2ast, A.Solem 6, C.Dobree-Bell 4+3ast
Oppsal: J.Tryon 23+7reb, J.Henderson 15+2ast, A.Etienne 12+4reb, A.Christian 11+7reb+3ast, N.Nataniel 6+6reb, T.Fredrik 4+5reb+1ast

Asker Aliens - Kongsberg 77-89

BLNO top team - Kongsberg (25-4) managed to deliver another win on Saturday. This time they beat tenth ranked Asker Aliens (6-24) 89-77. Kongsberg looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American guard Xavier Green (198-1996, college: Maryland, agency: One Motive Sports) nailed 24 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side and forward Aly Hudgins (201-1993, college: ECU) accounted for 21 points. Four Kongsberg players scored in double figures. French guard Tom Dumont (201-2000, college: TMU) came up with 21 points and 6 rebounds and American forward Amir Yusuf (206, college: Talladega) added 16 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Asker Aliens in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Kongsberg. They maintain first place with 25-4 record. Loser Asker Aliens keep the tenth position with 24 games lost.
Top scorers:
Kongsberg: X.Green 24+6reb+3ast, A.Hudgins 21+4reb+1ast, W.Lybaek 16+4reb+4ast, M.Mornar 13+8reb+3ast, G.Ionas 6+2ast, R.Christoffer 5
Asker Aliens: T.Dumont 21+6reb+1ast, J.Hart 16+2reb+2ast, A.Yusuf 16+8reb, A.Eldar 5+1reb, L.Bergh 5+9reb+4ast, J.Kjesbu 5+2ast

Gimle - Baerum Basket 101-75

Everything went according to plan when second ranked Gimle (25-5) outplayed 6th ranked Baerum Basket (16-13) in Bergen 101-75 on Saturday. Gimle made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American forward Dante Thompson (201-1993, college: GBC) nailed a double-double by scoring 26 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side and the former international guard Mikkel Kolstad (193-1995, college: Nova SE) accounted for 31 points (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Coach 's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 11 players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. The former international guard Stian Mjoes (183-1989) came up with 21 points and 5 rebounds and the former international forward Sjur Dyb Berg (201-1996, college: Alaska-Anch.) added 16 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Baerum Basket in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the twelfth consecutive win for Gimle. Defending champion maintains second place with 25-5 record having just one point less than leader Kongsberg. Loser Baerum Basket keeps the sixth position with 13 games lost.
Top scorers:
Gimle: M.Kolstad 31+3reb+2ast, D.Thompson 26+14reb+6ast, G.Reidar 14+6reb+4ast, G.Kristoffer 13+3reb+1ast, L.Espe 8+2reb+5ast, P.Enzo 6+6reb+1ast
Baerum Basket: S.Mjoes 21+5reb+3ast, S.Dyb Berg 16+7reb+1ast, S.Mitchell 14+3reb+1ast, H.Oscar 10+1reb+3ast, K.Fredrik 6+13reb, H.Brage 6

Fyllingen - Centrum 89-84

There was no surprise when 7th ranked Centrum (11-19) lost on the road to third ranked Fyllingen (20-10) 89-84 on Sunday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. The former international guard Nikolas Skouen (191-1990, college: Pepperdine, agency: Interperformances) nailed 31 points for the winning side and American forward Devin Gilligan (196-1993, college: SNHU) accounted for 12 points, 13 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. Fyllingen's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The former international power forward Johannes Dolven (206-1996, college: Barry) came up with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 16 rebounds and American-Haitian point guard Ilarion Bonhomme (182-1991) added 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Centrum in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Fyllingen maintains third place with 20-10 record having four points less than leader Kongsberg, which they share with Froya Basket. Centrum lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the eighth position with 19 games lost.
Top scorers:
Fyllingen: N.Skouen 31+2reb+1ast, F.Aidoo 17+6reb+5ast, D.Gilligan 12+13reb+6ast, P.Bullock 11+6reb+1ast, R.Jacob 5+1reb+1ast, S.Itthiphat 3+2ast
Centrum: I.Bonhomme 21+5reb+4ast, C.Heggelund 20+2reb+3ast, J.Dolven 16+16reb+2ast, P.Kutlesic 12+10reb, V.Oliver 6+2reb, P.Dickert 4+3reb+1ast

Froya Basket - Baerum Basket 98-90

No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Froya Basket (20-10) beat 6th ranked Baerum Basket (16-13) in Laksevag 98-90 on Sunday. Froya Basket made 23-of-27 free shots (85.2 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American swingman DeAngelo Stewart (196-1995, college: PFW) nailed 34 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds for the winning side and his fellow American import guard John Knight III (190, college: SUU) accounted for 16 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists. Froya Basket's coach Hugo Salgado used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to get some rest. The former international forward Sjur Dyb Berg (201-1996, college: Alaska-Anch.) came up with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 20 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international guard Stian Mjoes (183-1989) added 29 points and 4 assists respectively for Baerum Basket in the defeat. Five Baerum Basket players scored in double figures. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Froya Basket. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Fyllingen. Loser Baerum Basket keeps the sixth position with 13 games lost.
Top scorers:
Froya Basket: D.Stewart 34+6reb+2ast, N.Roso 19+7reb+3ast, J.Knight III 16+12reb+10ast, O.Nisavic 9+2reb+6ast, D.Christopher 9+1reb, J.Samba 7+6reb
Baerum Basket: S.Mjoes 29+1reb+4ast, S.Dyb Berg 22+20reb+5ast, H.Jonas 14+3reb+1ast, K.Fredrik 10+4reb, H.Oscar 10+1reb+4ast, G.Emil 4+1reb+2ast

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UAAP juniors basketball: Baby Tams rally past Falcons, near crown - by Eurobasket News

FAR EASTERN University-Diliman rallied from 11 points down to beat Adamson University, 85-74, and move on the cusp of annexing the UAAP Season 85 high school boys basketball crown Tuesday at the Filoil EcoOil Centre. It was the first time the Baby Tamaraws, who are eyeing their first title since UAAP Season 79, beat the Baby Falcons in three meetings this year. Trailing by 11 points in the first half, the Baby Tamaraws held the Baby Falcons to only nine field goals in the last two periods to claim the series opener. A VJ Pre lay-up off a John Rey Pasaol assist put FEU-Diliman ahead at 58-57 with 1:21 in the third period. The Baby Tamaraws continued to roll as Kirby Mongcopa's triple gave the Baby Tamaraws a 69-59 lead with 6:29 left and never looked back. Mongcopa had a huge 20-point, 20-point outing to go along with eight assists for the Baby Tamaraws. Game 2 is set at 4 p.m. on Friday, as Mongcopa is bracing for a huge Adamson University fightback. Luke Felipe had 14 points, five boards and two steals, Pasaol and Jedric Daa each had 13 points while Dwyne Miranda chipped in 10 points, eight boards, and two assists for FEU-Diliman. Pre grabbed 10 rebounds. Peter Rosillo led the Baby Falcons with 19 points, five rebounds, and four assists while Carlo Bonzalida, who had a no-relief job in the second half, had 18 points and 13 rebounds. The Game Two of the UAAP Season 85 High School Boys' Basketball Finals will be on Friday at 3:00 p.m.
Courtesy of: manilatimes.net

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DBE Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jeremiah MARTIN

Slask
(189-PG-1996)
Avg: 19.8

19.8

18.8

18.5

17.4

17.3

Stats Leaders - 1Liga

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Kaheem RANSOM

Radom
(186-PG-1993)
Avg: 21.3

21.3

21.2

19.2

18.7

17.3

2Liga Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

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RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Calar CALIKAN

Ochota W
(190-G-1997)
Avg: 24.6

24.6

23.2

22.8

22.6

20.7

Petkim welcomes back Perkins, ex Stal - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Socar-Petkimspor (BSL) landed 27-year old American 191cm guard Josh Perkins (college: Gonzaga), agency: Slash Sports. It is actually his comeback to Socar Petkim as he has played here before. Perkins started the season at Stal in Polish EBL league. In 11 games he averaged 9.0ppg, 3.5rpg, 6.1apg and 1.0spg. He also played 6 games in European North Basketball League where he had 12.2ppg, 3.7rpg, 7.5apg and 1.8spg.
Perkins is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball he experienced life in seven different countries playing on three different continents. He is familiar with European, Latin American and of course North American leagues. Perkins has played previously professionally in Israel (Gilboa Galil), Italy (Brindisi), Puerto Rico (Brujos), Serbia (Partizan), NBA G League (Texas Legends and Greensboro Swarm) and The Basketball Tournament (Friday Beers). His team won WCC Tournament in 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018.
He was voted to All-WCC Honorable Mention back in 2017.
Perkins graduated from Gonzaga University in 2019 and it is his fourth season in pro basketball.

1Liga Round 30: Gornik edge AZS PO by one point - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in 1Liga is slowly approaching the end. But there may be still some important changes in the final standings in the last 4 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Seventh-ranked AZS PO (17-13) made lots of trouble for first ranked Gornik (24-6) in Opole on Saturday. The visitors from Walbrzych managed to secure only one-point victory 80-79. However their fans expected much easier game. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of AZS PO. 24 personal fouls committed by AZS PO helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American forward Arinze Chidom (206-1997, college: UC Riverside) who scored 14 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. Guard Bartosz Majewski (193-1997) chipped in 20 points. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Michal Kroczak (190-2000) who recorded 24 points and 5 assists. AZS PO's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Gornik have an impressive 11-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 24-6 record. AZS PO at the other side keeps the seventh place with 13 games lost. Gornik are looking forward to face Polonia (#8) in Warszawa in the next round and are hoping to win another game. AZS PO will play at home against Zak and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Fifteenth-ranked Slask (10-17) made lots of trouble for second ranked Dziki (22-8) in Wroclaw. The visitors from Warszawa managed to secure only two-point victory 75-73. However their fans expected much easier game. It was a good game for power forward Mateusz Bartosz (205-1987) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds. Michal Aleksandrowicz contributed with 11 points and 4 assists for the winners. Dziki's coach Krzysztof Szablowski allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Power forward Szymon Tomczak (201-1998) replied with 15 points and 6 rebounds for Slask. Dziki have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 22-8 record having just two points less than leader Walbrzych. Slask lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth place with 17 games lost. Dziki will play against Kotwica (#6) in Kolobrzeg in the next round. Slask will play on the road against HydroTruck (#3) in Radom and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Very important is a home loss of third ranked HydroTruck (21-9) against tenth ranked Decka (15-15) on Wednesday night. Host HydroTruck was defeated by Decka in a tough game in Radom 79-83. Thomas Davis had a double-double by scoring 16 points, 12 rebounds and 9 assists to lead the charge for the winners. Decka's coach Przemyslaw Luszczewski used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was Kaheem Ransom with 18 points and 8 assists. Decka maintains tenth position with 15-15 record. Loser HydroTruck keeps the third place with nine games lost. Decka will meet Enea Basket (#11) in the next round. HydroTruck will play against Slask (#15) and hope to secure a win and be promoted back to the EBL just one year after relegation.

Rest of the games of round 30 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Kolobrzeg defeated Koszalin in a road game 95-83. Krosno was beaten by Radom at home 83-94. Pelplin won against Bytom on the opponent's court 97-86. Starogard Gd. managed to outperform Poznan in a home game 100-82. WKK Wroclaw managed to beat Tychy on the road 91-89. Zgorzelec was defeated by Krakow on its own court 69-78. Bottom-ranked Lublin 2 was smashed by Polonia W-wa in Warszawa 100-64. Zgorzelec lost to Poznan at home 84-85. Krakow outscored Lublin 2 on the opponent's court 106-64.
The best stats of 30th round was 18 points and 9 assists by Wojciech Leszczynski of Krakow.

Radom - Pelplin 79-83

Very important is a home loss of third ranked HydroTruck (21-9) against tenth ranked Decka (15-15) on Wednesday night. Host HydroTruck was defeated by Decka in a tough game in Radom 79-83. Decka dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to HydroTruck's 28. They outrebounded HydroTruck 43-32 including a 36-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Decka looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American forward Thomas Davis (198-1991, college: SWOSU) had a double-double by scoring 16 points, 12 rebounds and 9 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Damian Ciesielski (187-1997) chipped in 12 points and 7 assists during the contest. Decka's coach Przemyslaw Luszczewski used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was American point guard Kaheem Ransom (186-1993, college: SHSU) with 18 points and 8 assists and forward Damian Jeszke (202-1995) scored 9 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Four HydroTruck players scored in double figures. Decka maintains tenth position with 15-15 record. Loser HydroTruck keeps the third place with nine games lost. Decka will meet Enea Basket (#11) in the next round. HydroTruck will play against Slask (#15) and hope to secure a win and be promoted back to the EBL just one year after relegation.
Top scorers:
Radom: K.Ransom 18+1reb+8ast, B.Sowa 15+3reb+1ast, J.Zalewski 11+2reb+3ast, F.Zegzula 10+4reb+3ast, D.Jeszke 9+6reb+4ast, J.Patoka 7+4reb
Pelplin: R.Janik 17+2reb, T.Davis 16+12reb+9ast, D.Ciesielski 12+3reb+7ast, K.Tyszka 9+3reb+1ast, W.Piotr 8+5reb+1ast, M.Konopatzki 8+3reb+3ast

Koszalin - Kolobrzeg 83-95

There was no surprise in Koszalin where 9th ranked Zak (15-14) was defeated by sixth ranked Kotwica (18-11) 95-83 on Saturday. Kotwica looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Damian Pieloch (195-1989) scored 17 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and naturalized American point guard James Washington (182-1987, college: MTSU) chipped in 16 points and 5 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was naturalized American Artur Labinowicz (193-1997, college: Evansville) with 29 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists and point guard Mateusz Kaszowski (181-2001) scored 14 points and 8 assists. Five Kotwica and four Zak players scored in double figures. Kotwica have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain sixth position with 18-11 record. Loser Zak keeps the ninth place with 14 games lost. Kotwica will meet league's second-placed Dziki in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Zak will play against AZS PO (#7) in Opole and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Koszalin: A.Labinowicz 29+5reb+7ast, J.Dloniak 18+2reb, M.Kaszowski 14+2reb+8ast, M.Itrich 13+4reb+1ast, W.Pisarczyk 4+5reb+2ast, A.Sanders 3+8reb+1ast
Kolobrzeg: D.Pieloch 17+6reb+3ast, J.Washington 16+4reb+5ast, P.Smigielski 15+3reb+5ast, W.Kowalenko 15+5reb+1ast, P.Pulkotycki 12+5reb+3ast, P.Dzierzak 10+1reb+4ast

Slask 2 - Dziki Wwa 73-75

Fifteenth-ranked Slask (10-17) made lots of trouble for second ranked Dziki (22-8) in Wroclaw. The visitors from Warszawa managed to secure only two-point victory 75-73. However their fans expected much easier game. Slask was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a good game for power forward Mateusz Bartosz (205-1987) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds. Michal Aleksandrowicz (192-1989) contributed with 11 points and 4 assists for the winners. Dziki's coach Krzysztof Szablowski allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Power forward Szymon Tomczak (201-1998) replied with 15 points and 6 rebounds and guard Milosz Gorenczyk (191-2001) added 12 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Slask. Four Slask players scored in double figures. Dziki have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 22-8 record having just two points less than leader Walbrzych. Slask lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth place with 17 games lost. Dziki will play against Kotwica (#6) in Kolobrzeg in the next round. Slask will play on the road against HydroTruck (#3) in Radom and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Slask 2: A.Lenczuk 15+2reb+2ast, S.Tomczak 15+6reb+2ast, M.Gorenczyk 12+6reb+3ast, W.Aleksander 11+4reb+4ast, P.Kuba 7+1reb+1ast, A.Mikolaj 6+2reb+3ast
Dziki Wwa: M.Bartosz 18+13reb+1ast, M.Aleksandrowicz 11+4reb+4ast, P.Kuzkow 9+1reb+3ast, A.Czujkowski 9+4reb+2ast, M.Motel 8+1ast, M.Azor 6+1reb+1ast

Krosno - Radom 83-94

No shocking result in a game in Krosno where third ranked HydroTruck (21-9) defeated 12th ranked Miast Szkla (13-16) 94-83 on Saturday. HydroTruck made 21-of-24 free shots (87.5 percent) during the game. HydroTruck outrebounded Miast Szkla 42-26 including a 34-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Forward Damian Jeszke (202-1995) had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and American point guard Kaheem Ransom (186-1993, college: SHSU) chipped in 18 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was Latvian center Klavs Dubults (203-1996) with 13 points and 9 rebounds and forward Stanislaw Helinski (198-2000) scored 18 points. 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. HydroTruck maintains third position with 21-9 record having just three points less than leader Walbrzych. Miast Szkla lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with 16 games lost. HydroTruck will meet at home Slask (#15) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Miast Szkla will play against Polonia in Bytom and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Krosno: S.Helinski 18+4reb, M.Jankowski 16, K.Dubults 13+9reb+1ast, L.Hubert 10+1reb+2ast, P.Spica 8+2reb+4ast, K.Dawdo 7+4reb+1ast
Radom: D.Jeszke 23+11reb+6ast, K.Ransom 18+6reb+8ast, F.Zegzula 16+8reb+4ast, J.Zalewski 14+1reb+2ast, F.Maksymilian 8+4reb+1ast, B.Sowa 4+2reb+2ast

Bytom - Pelplin 86-97

Very expected game in Bytom where 16th ranked Polonia (9-21) was defeated by tenth ranked Decka (15-15) 97-86 on Sunday. American forward Thomas Davis (198-1991, college: SWOSU) scored 22 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Damian Ciesielski (187-1997) chipped in 19 points during the contest. Decka's coach Przemyslaw Luszczewski used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was Damian Szczepanik (198-1997) with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists and American guard Alphonso Willis (188-1998, college: A&M-Commerce) scored 24 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Decka maintains tenth position with 15-15 record. Newly promoted Polonia keeps the sixteenth place with 21 games lost. Decka will meet Enea Basket (#11) in the next round. Polonia will play against Miast Szkla (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bytom: A.Willis 24+6reb+5ast, D.Szczepanik 18+13reb+4ast, P.Bogdanowicz 10+2reb+2ast, M.Piechowicz 9+4reb, P.Wieczorek 6+1reb+1ast, R.Pawel 6
Pelplin: T.Davis 22+6reb+4ast, D.Ciesielski 19+4reb+2ast, W.Piotr 12+8reb, D.Saczewski 9+1reb+1ast, K.Tyszka 8+13reb+1ast, R.Janik 8+2reb+3ast

Starogard Gd. - Poznan 100-82

Very predictable result in Starogard Gdanski where fifth ranked Kociewskie Diably (19-11) beat 11th ranked Enea Basket (14-16) 100-82 on Saturday. Kociewskie Diably made 33-of-41 free shots (80.5 percent) during the game. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Kociewskie Diably made 7 blocks. Wojciech Czerlonko (195-1995) had a double-double by scoring 16 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and swingman Filip Malgorzaciak (192-1993) chipped in 19 points and 5 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was guard Marcin Dymala (187-1990) with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and power forward Wojciech Fras (202-1991) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 15 rebounds. 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. Kociewskie Diably moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Tychy. Newly promoted Enea Basket keeps the eleventh position with 16 games lost. Kociewskie Diably will meet at home WKK (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Enea Basket will play against Decka and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Poznan: B.Ciechocinski 21+2reb, M.Dymala 21+11reb+5ast, N.Jan 13+2reb, W.Fras 10+15reb+1ast, M.Tomaszewski 6+1reb+2ast, A.Jakub 3+1reb
Starogard Gd.: P.Lis 24+2ast, F.Malgorzaciak 19+3reb+5ast, D.Venzant 17+4reb+3ast, W.Czerlonko 16+14reb+5ast, K.Burczyk 9+2reb+1ast, Z.Oskar 6+4reb

Tychy - WKK Wroclaw 89-91

There was an upset in Tychy where higher ranked GKS (19-11) was edged by fourteenth ranked WKK (12-16) 91-89 on Saturday. WKK made 23-of-27 free shots (85.2 percent) during the game. Strangely GKS outrebounded WKK 44-22 including a 15-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Swingman Maksymilian Wilczek (197-2004) scored 25 points and 4 steals (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) to lead the charge for the winners and guard Jakub Koelner (183-1993) chipped in 19 points during the contest. Four WKK players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was point guard Piotr Wieloch (182-1994) with 28 points and 6 assists and power forward Patryk Kedel (201-1999) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. WKK maintains fourteenth position with 12-16 record. Loser GKS keeps the fourth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with Starogard Gd.. WKK will meet higher ranked Kociewskie Diably (#5) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. GKS will play against SGH in Krakow and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Tychy: P.Wieloch 28+4reb+6ast, P.Kedel 12+11reb, K.Makowski 11+3reb, P.Stankowski 10+2reb+3ast, M.Koperski 6+3reb+1ast, K.Kaminski 6+6reb+5ast
WKK Wroclaw: W.Maksymilian 25+4reb+2ast, J.Koelner 19+3reb+3ast, T.Ochonko 11+4ast, S.Kiwilsza 11+5reb+1ast, D.Rutkowski 10+3reb, K.Zywert 8+5reb+8ast

Zgorzelec - Krakow 69-78

Everything went according to plan in Zgorzelec where fourteenth ranked SGH (13-17) won against 17th ranked Turow (7-22) 78-69 on Sunday. SGH made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. SGH outrebounded Turow 45-32 including 33 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Pawel Zmarlak (195-1982) scored 14 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the charge for the winners and swingman Szymon Sobiech (198-2002) chipped in 11 points and 12 rebounds during the contest. Five SGH players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was center Filip Pruefer (208-1996) with 18 points and 7 rebounds and point guard Michal Jedrzejewski (184-1998) scored 17 points and 5 assists. Turow's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. SGH moved-up to thirteenth place. Turow lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventeenth position with 22 games lost. SGH will meet at home higher ranked GKS (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Turow will play against Start 2 (#18) in Lublin and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Zgorzelec: F.Pruefer 18+7reb, M.Jedrzejewski 17+2reb+5ast, E.Maksymilian 8+2reb+1ast, A.Adamczyk 7+4reb+1ast, S.Pawlak 5+7reb+1ast, B.Bochno 4+2reb+2ast
Krakow: L.Michal 16+4reb+2ast, P.Zmarlak 14+5reb+8ast, W.Leszczynski 11+6reb+5ast, A.Mohamed 11+10reb, S.Szymon 11+12reb, P.Wydra 9+2reb+4ast

Polonia W-wa - Lublin 2 100-64

There was no surprise in Warszawa where 18th ranked Start 2 (1-29) was crushed by eighth ranked Polonia (16-13) 100-64 on Sunday. Polonia dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Start 2's 46. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Start 2's players. Power forward Adam Linowski (199-1987) had a double-double by scoring 25 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists (on 12-of-14 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and Marcin Dutkiewicz (197-1986) chipped in 23 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Four Polonia players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Norbert Ziolko (189-1999) with 21 points and power forward Milosz Ziolkowski (202-2003) scored 8 points and 13 rebounds. Start 2's coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Newly promoted Polonia maintains eighth position with 16-13 record. Start 2 lost twenty second consecutive game. They stay dead last with 29 lost games. Polonia will meet league's leader Gornik in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Start 2 will play against Turow (#17) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Lublin 2: N.Ziolko 21+2reb+2ast, G.Michal 11+9reb, S.Walda 11+5reb+2ast, Z.Milosz 8+13reb+1ast, N.Wojciech 7+1ast, M.Kacper 4+1reb+3ast
Polonia W-wa: A.Linowski 25+11reb+4ast, M.Dutkiewicz 23+5reb+1ast, M.Kierlewicz 15+5reb+8ast, M.Wielunski 13+1reb+9ast, S.Maksymilian 8+9reb+4ast, P.Gospodarek 7+2reb+4ast

Opole - Walbrzych 79-80

Seventh-ranked AZS PO (17-13) made lots of trouble for first ranked Gornik (24-6) in Opole on Saturday. The visitors from Walbrzych managed to secure only one-point victory 80-79. However their fans expected much easier game. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of AZS PO. 24 personal fouls committed by AZS PO helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American forward Arinze Chidom (206-1997, college: UC Riverside) who scored 14 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. Guard Bartosz Majewski (193-1997) chipped in 20 points. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Michal Kroczak (190-2000) who recorded 24 points and 5 assists and Adam Kaczmarzyk (198-1988) added 11 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. AZS PO's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Gornik have an impressive 11-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 24-6 record. AZS PO at the other side keeps the seventh place with 13 games lost. Gornik are looking forward to face Polonia (#8) in Warszawa in the next round and are hoping to win another game. AZS PO will play at home against Zak and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Opole: M.Kroczak 24+5ast, M.Jodlowski 12+3reb+1ast, A.Skiba 12+2reb+3ast, A.Mielczarek 11+3reb+5ast, A.Kaczmarzyk 11+8reb+1ast, K.Marcin 5+2reb
Walbrzych: B.Majewski 20+4reb+3ast, A.Chidom 14+9reb+7ast, P.Niedzwiedzki 13+7reb+4ast, H.Kruszczynski 13+3reb, D.Durski 11+2reb+2ast, M.Sitnik 4+6reb+1ast

Zgorzelec - Poznan 84-85

No shocking result in a game in Zgorzelec where eleventh ranked Enea Basket (14-16) edged 17th ranked Turow (7-22) 85-84 on Wednesday. Enea Basket made 22-of-26 free shots (84.6 percent) during the game. Guard Marcin Dymala (187-1990) scored 20 points and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and point guard Patryk Stankowski (177-1997) chipped in 11 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Four Enea Basket players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was swingman Szymon Pawlak (192-1998) with 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Bartosz Bochno (193-1988) scored 18 points. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Enea Basket have a solid three-game winning streak. Newly promoted Enea Basket maintains eleventh position with 14-16 record. Turow lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventeenth place with 22 games lost. Enea Basket will meet at home higher ranked Decka (#10) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Turow will play against Start 2 (#18) in Lublin and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Zgorzelec: B.Bochno 18+2reb+1ast, K.Wasowicz 15+2reb+2ast, S.Pawlak 12+6reb+4ast, S.Mikolaj 9+1reb+1ast, F.Pruefer 9+2reb+1ast, A.Adamczyk 8+8reb+1ast
Poznan: M.Dymala 20+4reb+4ast, P.Stankowski 11+5reb+2ast, B.Ciechocinski 10+1reb+4ast, M.Tomaszewski 10+1reb+3ast, J.Fiszer 9+4reb+1ast, N.Jan 8+5reb

Lublin 2 - Krakow 64-106

Very expected game in Lublin where 18th ranked Start 2 (1-29) was rolled over by fourteenth ranked SGH (13-17) 106-64 on Wednesday. SGH forced 27 Start 2 turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 18 passes made by Start 2's players. Wojciech Leszczynski (190-1992) scored 18 points and 9 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Michal Lis (187-2002) chipped in 20 points and 7 assists during the contest. Four SGH players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was power forward Milosz Ziolkowski (202-2003) with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds and guard Michal Grzesiak (194-2004) scored 13 points, 6 rebounds and 4 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. SGH moved-up to thirteenth place. Start 2 lost twenty second consecutive game. They stay dead last with 29 lost games. SGH will meet at home higher ranked GKS (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Start 2 will play against Turow (#17) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Lublin 2: N.Wojciech 16+4ast, Z.Milosz 13+12reb+1ast, G.Michal 13+6reb+4ast, M.Kacper 8+1reb+3ast, T.Michal 5+5reb, L.Wojciech 4+1reb+1ast
Krakow: L.Michal 20+7ast, W.Leszczynski 18+4reb+9ast, S.Szymon 16+4reb+1ast, D.Dyrda 13+2reb+4ast, O.Mateusz 8+2reb, P.Zmarlak 8+10reb+8ast

EBL Round 22: Stal is upset by GTK - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most important game in the last round took place in Gliwice between second ranked Stal (16-6) and fourteenth ranked GTK (7-14) on Thursday night. Stal was defeated by GTK on the road 97-82. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Stal. GTK dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Stal's 24. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Stal's players. American swingman Malachi Richardson (198-1996, college: Syracuse) fired a double-double by scoring 31 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. The other American import forward Kamari Murphy (206-1993, college: Miami, FL) chipped in 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Montenegrin Nemanja Djurisic (202-1992, college: Georgia) produced 17 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. GTK moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Start. Stal at the other side keeps the second position with six games lost. They share it with King. GTK is looking forward to face higher ranked Enea Zastal (#8) in Zielona Gora in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Stal will play on the road against Trefl (#4) having rather not much hope for a victory.
The game in Stargard was also worth to mention about. Third ranked Wilki Morskie (16-6) played at the court of 5th ranked Spojnia (13-9). Wilki Morskie managed to secure a 7-point victory 88-81. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international point guard Andrzej Mazurczak (188-1994, college: UW-Parkside) who helped to win the game recording 19 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Filip Matczak contributed with 12 points and 7 assists for the winners. American center Barret Benson (208-1997, college: SIU) replied with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for Spojnia. Spojnia's coach Sebastian Machowski rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Wilki Morskie have an impressive six-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Stal. Spojnia at the other side keeps the fifth position with nine games lost. They share it with Legia. Wilki Morskie will play against Czarni (#7) in Slupsk in the next round where they are favorite. Spojnia will play on the road against Suzuki Arka in Gdynia and hopes to get back on the winning track.
A very close game took place in Lancut between Sokol and Start. Fourteenth ranked Sokol (8-14) got a very close home victory over 12th ranked Start (7-14). Sokol managed to escape with a 2-point win 74-72 on Saturday evening. The game was dominated by American players. Corey Sanders scored 6 points, 6 rebounds and 13 assists to lead the charge for the winners. Sokol's coach Marek Lukomski used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side Cleveland Melvin responded with a double-double by scoring 27 points and 16 rebounds. Sokol moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Arka. Start lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with GTK. Sokol will meet Enea Astoria (#15) in the next round. Start will play against the league's leader WKS Slask having rather not much hope for a victory.

Rest of the games of round 22 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Legia defeated Twarde Pierniki in Warszawa 88-84. Trefl smashed Arka at home 115-83. Astoria won against Zastal on the opponent's court 105-98. Czarni managed to outperform Anwil in a home game 85-73.
The best stats of 22th round was 18 points by Jakub Musial of Czarni.

GTK - Stal 97-82

The most important game in the last round took place in Gliwice between second ranked Stal (16-6) and fourteenth ranked GTK (7-14) on Thursday night. Stal was defeated by GTK on the road 97-82. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Stal. GTK dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Stal's 24. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Stal's players. American swingman Malachi Richardson (198-1996, college: Syracuse) fired a double-double by scoring 31 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. The other American import forward Kamari Murphy (206-1993, college: Miami, FL) chipped in 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Montenegrin Nemanja Djurisic (202-1992, college: Georgia) produced 17 points and 5 rebounds and the former international power forward Damian Kulig (205-1987, agency: BeoBasket) added 16 points respectively for lost side. 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. GTK moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Start. Stal at the other side keeps the second position with six games lost. They share it with King. GTK is looking forward to face higher ranked Enea Zastal (#8) in Zielona Gora in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Stal will play on the road against Trefl (#4) having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
GTK: M.Richardson 31+10reb+6ast, K.Murphy 22+7reb+4ast, E.Rowland 15+3reb+12ast, J.Skific 11+4reb, M.Szlachetka 9+1ast, S.Ryzek 4+3reb
Stal: N.Djurisic 17+5reb, D.Kulig 16+4reb, J.Garbacz 14+3reb+2ast, O.Silins 11+4reb, M.Zebski 9+2reb+1ast, A.Skele 8+3reb+6ast

Twarde Pierniki - Legia 84-88

There was no surprise in Torun where 16th ranked Twarde Pierniki (4-17) was defeated by sixth ranked Legia (13-9) 88-84 on Friday. Puerto Rican-American guard Kyle Vinales (188-1992, college: CCSU, agency: 011 Sports) scored 27 points and 7 assists (made all of his seven free throws) to lead the charge for the winners and American swingman Travis Leslie (193-1990, college: Georgia) chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Four Legia players scored in double figures. At the losing side American center Dallas Walton (213-1997, college: Wake Forest) responded with 23 points and 6 rebounds and his fellow American import guard Sterling Gibbs (188-1993, college: UConn) scored 24 points and 4 assists. Legia moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Spojnia. Twarde Pierniki lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 17 games lost. Legia will meet at home MKS DG (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. Twarde Pierniki will play against Anwil (#9) in Wloclawek and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Legia: K.Vinales 27+1reb+7ast, T.Leslie 16+6reb+3ast, B.Garrett 12+2reb+2ast, A.Holman 12+7reb+2ast, G.Kaminski 8+4reb, J.Berzins 7+2reb+1ast
Twarde Pierniki: S.Gibbs 24+1reb+4ast, D.Walton 23+6reb+1ast, S.Kenic 12+1reb+1ast, T.Persons 8+10reb+9ast, B.Diduszko 6+6reb+1ast, A.Cel 4+3reb+3ast

Trefl - Arka 115-83

No shocking result in a game in Sopot where fourth ranked Trefl (15-6) smashed 11th ranked Suzuki Arka (8-14) 115-83 on Saturday. Trefl made 22-of-28 free shots (78.6 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 17 long-distance shots on high 51.5 percentage. International Andrzej Pluta (190-2000) scored 26 points to lead the charge for the winners and the former international Jaroslaw Zyskowski (203-1992) chipped in 21 points during the contest. Four Trefl players scored in double figures. At the losing side American forward Trey Wade (198-1998, college: Arkansas) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds and his fellow American import point guard James Florence (185-1988, college: Mercer) scored 15 points and 6 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. Trefl maintains fourth position with 15-6 record. Loser Suzuki Arka keeps the eleventh place with 14 games lost. They share the position with Sokol. Trefl will meet at home league's second-placed Stal in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Suzuki Arka will play against Spojnia (#5) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Trefl: A.Pluta 26+1reb+2ast, J.Zyskowski 21+3reb+3ast, G.Nevels 16+4reb+3ast, M.Kolenda 15+4reb+3ast, R.Freimanis 11+6reb+1ast, I.Radic 10+8reb+4ast
Arka: D.Wilczek 18+2reb, J.Florence 15+2reb+6ast, T.Wade 14+12reb, N.Music 10+4reb, A.Hrycaniuk 9+4reb+1ast, A.Bogucki 9+8reb+2ast

Sokol - Start 74-72

A very close game took place in Lancut between Sokol and Start. Fourteenth ranked Sokol (8-14) got a very close home victory over 12th ranked Start (7-14). Sokol managed to escape with a 2-point win 74-72 on Saturday evening. Strangely Start outrebounded Sokol 42-25 including 29 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The game was dominated by American players. Forward Corey Sanders (188-1997, college: Rutgers) scored 6 points, 6 rebounds and 13 assists to lead the charge for the winners and forward Adam Kemp (208-1990, college: Marist) chipped in 15 points (perfect from the field making all six shots) during the contest. Sokol's coach Marek Lukomski used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side forward Cleveland Melvin (203-1991, college: DePaul) responded with a double-double by scoring 27 points and 16 rebounds and guard Gabe DeVoe (191-1995, college: Clemson, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 18 points and 7 rebounds. Sokol moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Arka. Start lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with GTK. Sokol will meet Enea Astoria (#15) in the next round. Start will play against the league's leader WKS Slask having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Sokol: A.Kemp 15+3reb+1ast, D.Spencer 14+2reb+3ast, M.Szczypinski 11+3reb+1ast, M.Nowakowski 9+2reb, R.Thornton 8+7reb+1ast, M.Kolodziej 7+2reb+1ast
Start: C.Melvin 27+16reb, G.DeVoe 18+7reb+3ast, S.Smith 8+3reb+3ast, K.Cavars 8+2reb, M.Dziemba 4+5reb+2ast, B.Pelczar 3+1reb

Spojnia - King 81-88

The game in Stargard was also worth to mention about. Third ranked Wilki Morskie (16-6) played at the court of 5th ranked Spojnia (13-9). Wilki Morskie managed to secure a 7-point victory 88-81. Wilki Morskie made 26-of-32 charity shots (81.3 percent) during the game. Spojnia was plagued by 27 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international point guard Andrzej Mazurczak (188-1994, college: UW-Parkside) who helped to win the game recording 19 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. The former international guard Filip Matczak (187-1993) contributed with 12 points and 7 assists for the winners. American center Barret Benson (208-1997, college: SIU) replied with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) and the former international swingman Karol Gruszecki (198-1989, college: UT Arlington) added 15 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Spojnia. Five Wilki Morskie and four Spojnia players scored in double figures. Spojnia's coach Sebastian Machowski rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Wilki Morskie have an impressive six-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Stal. Spojnia at the other side keeps the fifth position with nine games lost. They share it with Legia. Wilki Morskie will play against Czarni (#7) in Slupsk in the next round where they are favorite. Spojnia will play on the road against Suzuki Arka in Gdynia and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
King: A.Mazurczak 19+6reb+6ast, T.Meier 19+2reb+1ast, F.Matczak 12+4reb+7ast, Z.Cuthbertson 10+8reb+2ast, B.Brown 10+1reb, P.Fayne II 10+7reb+2ast
Spojnia: B.Benson 18+14reb+4ast, C.Fortson 18+3ast, K.Gruszecki 15+5reb+2ast, A.Penava 12+5reb, J.Mathews 6+2ast, B.Clarke 6+3reb+2ast

Zastal - Astoria 98-105

There was an upset in Zielona Gora where higher ranked Enea Zastal (12-10) was defeated by fifteenth ranked Enea Astoria (7-15) 105-98 on Thursday. Enea Astoria made 27-of-30 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Lithuanian power forward Paulius Petrilevicius (204-1991) scored 24 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists (perfect from the field making all eleven shots !!!) to lead the charge for the winners and American point guard Mike Smith (180-1997, college: Michigan) chipped in 25 points and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side Montenegrin forward Alen Hadzibegovic (207-1999, agency: BeoBasket) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds and Serbian power forward Aleksandar Zecevic (207-1996, college: FAU) scored 18 points and 5 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Four Enea Astoria and five Enea Zastal players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Enea Astoria maintains fifteenth position with 7-15 record. Loser Enea Zastal keeps the seventh place with ten games lost. They share the position with Czarni. Enea Astoria will meet at home higher ranked Sokol (#11) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Enea Zastal will play against GTK (#13) in Gliwice and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Astoria: M.Smith 25+1reb+4ast, P.Petrilevicius 24+7reb+5ast, M.Henry 15+4reb+2ast, B.Simons 11+6reb+2ast, N.Cayo 9+4reb+1ast, D.Szymkiewicz 9+3reb+6ast
Zastal: A.Hadzibegovic 18+10reb+3ast, A.Zecevic 18+1reb+5ast, P.Zolnierewicz 16+1reb+3ast, S.Wojcik 14+3reb+1ast, B.Alford 13+2reb+7ast, S.Kowalczyk 9+5ast

Czarni - Anwil 85-73

The game between closely ranked teams ended with eighth ranked Czarni's (12-10) home victory over 9th ranked Anwil (10-12) 85-73 on Sunday. The former international point guard Jakub Schenk (184-1994) scored 22 points and 8 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Jakub Musial (184-1998) chipped in 18 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) during the contest. Five Czarni players scored in double figures. At the losing side American forward Luke Petrasek (206-1995, college: Columbia) responded with 23 points and 6 rebounds and the former international Michal Nowakowski (202-1988) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Czarni moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Zastal. Loser Anwil keeps the ninth position with 12 games lost. Czarni will meet at home higher ranked Wilki Morskie (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Anwil will play against Twarde Pierniki (#16) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Czarni: J.Schenk 22+3reb+8ast, J.Musial 18+3reb+2ast, D.DiLeo 16+7reb, D.Lake 12+6reb+2ast, B.Ivey 10+1reb+2ast, S.Coleman 4+7reb+1ast
Anwil: L.Petrasek 23+6reb, M.Nowakowski 14+5reb+1ast, J.Sobin 10+3reb+1ast, P.Greene IV 8+2reb+1ast, V.Sanders 7+1reb+1ast, K.Laczynski 5+6reb+7ast

1Liga Round 29: Leader Gornik gets another victory - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in 1Liga is slowly approaching the end. But there may be still some important changes in the final standings in the last 5 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Leader Gornik delivered the twenty fourth win on Saturday night. This time they beat 9th ranked Zak (15-14) 79-69 in Walbrzych. Gornik forced 20 Zak turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Gornik made 7 blocks. 26 personal fouls committed by Zak helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was point guard Adrian Kordalski (186-1995) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 assists. American forward Arinze Chidom (206-1997, college: UC Riverside) chipped in 19 points and 9 rebounds. Naturalized American Artur Labinowicz (193-1997, college: Evansville) produced 21 points and 8 rebounds for the guests. Zak's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Gornik (24-6) have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. They maintain first place. Zak at the other side keeps the ninth position with 14 games lost. Gornik are looking forward to face AZS PO (#7) in Opole in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Zak will play at home against Kotwica and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win.
We should mention about the upset which took place in Poznan, where 4th placed GKS (19-11) lost to eleventh ranked Enea Basket (14-16) in a road game 65-81. Power forward Wojciech Fras (202-1991) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds. Marcin Tomaszewski contributed with 11 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Swingman Maciej Koperski (190-1999) answered with 9 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for GKS. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Enea Basket. Newly promoted Enea Basket maintains eleventh place with 14-16 record. GKS at the other side keeps the fourth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Starogard Gd.. Enea Basket will play against Turow (#17) in Zgorzelec in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. GKS will play at home against WKK (#14) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
An interesting game took place in Bytom, where higher ranked Kociewskie Diably (19-11) lost to sixteenth ranked Polonia (9-21) in a road game 80-86 on Saturday. Alphonso Willis stepped up with a double-double by scoring 44 points (!!!), 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Wojciech Czerlonko responded with 30 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Kociewskie Diably's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Newly promoted Polonia maintains sixteenth place with 9-21 record. Loser Kociewskie Diably dropped to the fourth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Tychy. Polonia will meet at home higher ranked Decka (#10) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kociewskie Diably will play against Enea Basket (#11) and hope to secure a win.

Other games of round 29 were very predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Opole crushed Lublin 2 in a road game 101-73. Krakow was beaten by Polonia W-wa at home 71-79. Krosno lost to Dziki Wwa on the opponent's court 70-74.
The best stats of 29th round was 18 points and 5 rebounds by Michal Aleksandrowicz of Dziki Wwa.

Walbrzych - Koszalin 79-69

Leader Gornik delivered the twenty fourth win on Saturday night. This time they beat 9th ranked Zak (15-14) 79-69 in Walbrzych. Gornik forced 20 Zak turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Gornik made 7 blocks. 26 personal fouls committed by Zak helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was point guard Adrian Kordalski (186-1995) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 assists. American forward Arinze Chidom (206-1997, college: UC Riverside) chipped in 19 points and 9 rebounds. Naturalized American Artur Labinowicz (193-1997, college: Evansville) produced 21 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Mateusz Kaszowski (181-2001) added 15 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for the guests. Zak's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Gornik (24-6) have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. They maintain first place. Zak at the other side keeps the ninth position with 14 games lost. Gornik are looking forward to face AZS PO (#7) in Opole in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Zak will play at home against Kotwica and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win.
Top scorers:
Walbrzych: A.Chidom 19+9reb+1ast, B.Majewski 17+4reb+3ast, A.Kordalski 17+2reb+10ast, M.Sitnik 9+9reb+2ast, S.Walski 6+2reb+1ast, P.Niedzwiedzki 6+12reb
Koszalin: A.Labinowicz 21+8reb, J.Dloniak 16+1reb+1ast, M.Kaszowski 15+5reb+6ast, M.Marcinkowski 9+3reb, M.Itrich 7+5reb, A.Sanders 1+4reb+1ast

Lublin 2 - Opole 73-101

There was no surprise in Lublin where 18th ranked Start 2 (1-29) was crushed by seventh ranked AZS PO (17-13) 101-73 on Sunday. AZS PO dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Start 2's 32. AZS PO forced 20 Start 2 turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Start 2's players. Adam Kaczmarzyk (198-1988) stepped up and scored 25 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and guard Michal Kroczak (190-2000) chipped in 22 points. Four AZS PO players scored in double figures. Sebastian Walda (196-2000) responded with 26 points and 6 rebounds and Norbert Ziolko (189-1999) scored 15 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. AZS PO maintains seventh place with 17-13 record. Start 2 lost their twenty second game in a row. They stay dead last with 29 lost games. AZS PO will meet at home league's leader Gornik in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Start 2 will play against SGH (#13) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Opole: A.Kaczmarzyk 25+5reb+4ast, M.Kroczak 22+1reb+3ast, K.Marcin 15+1reb+1ast, K.Bialachowski 11+1reb, M.Jodlowski 10+12reb, M.Ratajczak 8+3reb+2ast
Lublin 2: S.Walda 26+6reb+2ast, N.Ziolko 15+4reb+3ast, N.Wojciech 10+2reb+2ast, Z.Milosz 9+6reb, G.Michal 8+2reb+3ast, M.Kacper 4+1reb+1ast

Krakow - Polonia W-wa 71-79

No shocking result in a game in Krakow where eighth ranked Polonia (16-13) defeated 14th ranked SGH (13-17) 79-71 on Saturday. Polonia dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to SGH's 30. They outrebounded SGH 41-24 including a 32-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. Power forward Adam Linowski (199-1987) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and American guard Sammy Barnes-Thompkins (185-1996, college: NMHU) chipped in 17 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Four Polonia players scored in double figures. Swingman Szymon Sobiech (198-2002) responded with 19 points and 6 rebounds and Wojciech Leszczynski (190-1992) scored 23 points. SGH's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Newly promoted Polonia maintains eighth place with 16-13 record. Loser SGH dropped to the thirteenth position with 17 games lost. Polonia will meet at home bottom-ranked Start 2 (#18) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. SGH will play against Start 2 (#18) in Lublin and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Polonia W-wa: A.Linowski 18+10reb+1ast, S.Barnes-Thompkins 17+3reb+2ast, D.Cechniak 12+7reb+1ast, P.Gospodarek 11+4reb+3ast, J.Piliszczuk 7+5reb+1ast, M.Dutkiewicz 5+5reb+1ast
Krakow: W.Leszczynski 23+2reb, S.Szymon 19+6reb+2ast, A.Mohamed 10+3reb+2ast, L.Michal 6+4reb+4ast, P.Zmarlak 5+5reb+5ast, P.Wydra 3+2reb+5ast

Poznan - Tychy 81-65

We should mention about the upset which took place in Poznan, where 4th placed GKS (19-11) lost to eleventh ranked Enea Basket (14-16) in a road game 65-81. Enea Basket made 21-of-24 charity shots (87.5 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. Power forward Wojciech Fras (202-1991) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds. Guard Marcin Tomaszewski (193-1998) contributed with 11 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Four Enea Basket players scored in double figures. Swingman Maciej Koperski (190-1999) answered with 9 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and power forward Andrzej Krajewski (203-2000) added 14 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for GKS. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Enea Basket. Newly promoted Enea Basket maintains eleventh place with 14-16 record. GKS at the other side keeps the fourth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Starogard Gd.. Enea Basket will play against Turow (#17) in Zgorzelec in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. GKS will play at home against WKK (#14) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Poznan: W.Fras 15+12reb+1ast, J.Jan 12+3reb, M.Dymala 12+1reb+7ast, M.Tomaszewski 11+6reb+3ast, M.Wielechowski 10+2reb+2ast, M.Iwo 9+3reb
Tychy: A.Krajewski 14+6reb, P.Wieloch 12+4reb+3ast, K.Nowakowski 10+7reb+2ast, M.Koperski 9+5reb+6ast, P.Stankowski 7+1reb+2ast, R.Trubacz 6+2reb+2ast

Bytom - Starogard Gd. 86-80

An interesting game took place in Bytom, where higher ranked Kociewskie Diably (19-11) lost to sixteenth ranked Polonia (9-21) in a road game 80-86 on Saturday. Polonia outrebounded Kociewskie Diably 41-29 including 28 on the defensive glass. American guard Alphonso Willis (188-1998, college: A&M-Commerce) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 44 points (!!!), 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and Michal Chrabota (196-1999) chipped in 20 points and 6 rebounds. Wojciech Czerlonko (195-1995) responded with 30 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and swingman Filip Malgorzaciak (192-1993) scored 16 points and 5 rebounds. Kociewskie Diably's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Newly promoted Polonia maintains sixteenth place with 9-21 record. Loser Kociewskie Diably dropped to the fourth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Tychy. Polonia will meet at home higher ranked Decka (#10) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kociewskie Diably will play against Enea Basket (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bytom: A.Willis 44+11reb+5ast, M.Chrabota 20+6reb+1ast, D.Szczepanik 8+11reb+5ast, M.Piechowicz 7+7reb, P.Bogdanowicz 4+1reb+1ast, R.Chorab 2
Starogard Gd.: W.Czerlonko 30+5reb+4ast, F.Malgorzaciak 16+5reb+2ast, P.Lis 9+1ast, J.Motylewski 6+8reb+1ast, D.Venzant 6+1reb, K.Burczyk 5+1reb+1ast

Dziki Wwa - Krosno 74-70

Very expected game in Warszawa where 12th ranked Miast Szkla (13-16) was defeated by second ranked Dziki (22-8) 74-70 on Sunday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Michal Aleksandrowicz (192-1989) stepped up and scored 18 points and 5 rebounds for the winners and American guard Marcus Azor (182-2000, college: UMass Dartmouth) chipped in 17 points. Michal Jankowski (191-1987, agency: Interperformances) responded with 17 points and forward Maksymilian Zagorski (198-1999) scored 9 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Dziki. They maintain second place with 22-8 record having just two points less than leader Walbrzych. Miast Szkla lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the twelfth position with 16 games lost. Dziki will meet Slask (#15) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Miast Szkla will play against HydroTruck and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Dziki Wwa: M.Aleksandrowicz 18+5reb+3ast, M.Azor 17+1reb+3ast, R.Komenda 11+6reb, P.Kuzkow 8+1reb, G.Grochowski 7+2reb+6ast, A.Czujkowski 5+5reb
Krosno: M.Jankowski 17+3reb+3ast, S.Helinski 12+4reb, L.Hubert 10+2reb+1ast, M.Zagorski 9+7reb+2ast, D.Harris 8+7reb+2ast, P.Spica 7+1reb+3ast

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Proliga Round 4 of Second Stage - by Eurobasket News

Proliga is at the halfway of the Second Stage and there are still another 4 rounds left. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Proliga round 4 caused change at the leadership position. First defeat of league's leader Vasco (3-1) against third ranked Portimonense (3-1) 78-70 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Vasco. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Portimonense forced 30 Vasco turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Argentinian Matias Bernardini (190-1994) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 4 assists. Swedish forward Alexander Holmstrom-Forster (198-1992) contributed with 22 points (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) for the winners. Portimonense's coach Carlos Almeida used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American center Jaja Davis (196, college: Montreat) replied with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds for Vasco. Portimonense moved-up to second place, which they share with Vasco and Electrico FC. Vasco will play next round against Queluz trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Portimonense will try to continue on its current victory against sixth ranked Galitos in Aveiro.
Important game to mention about took place in Queluz. Top-ranked Galomar (3-0) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging bottom-ranked Queluz (0-4) 104-102 on Saturday evening. Guest team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. American players dominated the game. Worth to mention a great performance of forward William Loyd (196-1998, college: Xavier, LA) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals and DeAndre Jones who added 21 points, 9 rebounds and 13 assists during the contest. At the losing side guard Tyree Crump (185-1997, college: Georgia, agency: Interperformances) responded with 34 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Galomar have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Maia Basket. Queluz at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Barreirense. Galomar will play against Galitos (#6) in Aveiro in the next round where they are favorite. Queluz will play at home against Vasco and hopes to get finally their first victory.
A very close game took place in Barreiro between Illiabum and Galitos-Barreiro. Sixth ranked Illiabum (2-2) got a very close victory on the road over their close opponent Galitos-Barreiro (0-2). Illiabum managed to escape with a 2-point win 92-90 on Saturday evening. American players dominated also this game. The winners were led by Vante Hendrix who had that evening a double-double by scoring 28 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Even 35 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds by Tamyrik Fields did not help to save the game for Galitos-Barreiro. Illiabum moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Sampaense and Santo Andre. Loser Galitos-Barreiro still closes the standings with two games lost. Illiabum will meet Santo Andre (#4) in the next round. Galitos-Barreiro will have a break next round.

Other games in round 4 were not that significant. Winless Barreirense was beaten by Electrico FC on the road 92-87. Sampaense lost to Olhanense on its own court 80-91. Galitos unfortunately lost to Santo Andre in a road game 70-75. Maia Basket rolled over Belenenses at home 91-71. Benfica B lost to undefeated Academica on the opponent's court 73-86.
The most impressive performance of 4th round was 17 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists by Xavier Francois of Academica.

Electrico FC - Barreirense 92-87

No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Electrico FC (3-1) beat bottom-ranked Barreirense (0-4) in Ponte de Sor 92-87 on Saturday. Electrico FC dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Barreirense's 34. They outrebounded Barreirense 44-26 including a 31-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. The winners were led by swingman Joao Lanzinha (190-1989) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and point guard Tedoyame Simao (180-2002) supported him with 18 points and 5 assists. Even 23 points and 7 rebounds by American forward Micah Downs (203-1986, college: Gonzaga) did not help to save the game for Barreirense. Point guard Goncalo Silva (181-1994) added 27 points for lost side. Electrico FC have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Vasco and Portimonense. Loser Barreirense still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Queluz. Electrico FC will meet at home Belenenses (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Barreirense will play against the league's leader Academica in Coimbra and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Electrico FC: J.Lanzinha 24+10reb+5ast, A.Miguens 23+1ast, S.Tedoyame 18+4reb+5ast, O.Caio 8+6reb+2ast, M.Fredileny 8+3reb, M.Neves 5+12reb+5ast
Barreirense: G.Silva 27+2reb+2ast, M.Downs 23+7reb+2ast, M.Stephens 21+4reb+3ast, C.Pedro 9+7reb+5ast, T.Raimundo 4+6reb+2ast, P.Santos 3

Sampaense - Olhanense 80-91

There was an upset when higher ranked Sampaense (2-2) lost to eighth ranked Olhanense (1-3) in Coimbra 80-91 on Saturday. The winners were led by American forward Jalil Myers (198, college: Rosemont) who scored that evening 25 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists (on 10-of-11 shooting from the field) and the other American import swingman Jordan Doss (196, college: WNMU) supported him with 29 points and 5 assists. Four Olhanense players scored in double figures. Even 22 points and 9 rebounds by American center Dajion Henderson (203-1996, college: LeMoyne-Owen) did not help to save the game for Sampaense. Center Diogo Goncalves (200-1987) added 22 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Olhanense left bottom position moving up to sixth place, which they share with Belenenses. Loser Sampaense dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with Illiabum and Santo Andre. Olhanense will meet league's second-placed Maia Basket on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Sampaense will play against Benfica B and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Olhanense: J.Doss 29+2reb+5ast, J.Myers 25+8reb+8ast, B.Fernando 10+5reb, M.Bastos 10+3reb, S.Nuno 6+2reb, F.Ruben 4+5reb+3ast
Sampaense: D.Henderson 22+9reb+2ast, D.Goncalves 22+6reb+3ast, A.McRae 17+5reb+2ast, S.Inacio 9+4reb+2ast, C.Joao 5+1reb+4ast, C.Rafael 3+1ast

Santo Andre - Galitos 75-70

There was a small surprise when fifth ranked Santo Andre (2-2) won against at home their close opponent Galitos (2-3) 75-70 on Saturday. Santo Andre made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. The winners were led by American guard Keith Carter (185-1994, college: Valpo) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 24 points, 12 rebounds and 8 assists and Cape Verdean center Aniel Brito (-1999) supported him with 13 points and 6 rebounds. Even 32 points and 7 rebounds by American forward Kwon Evans (195-1999, college: Midway) did not help to save the game for Galitos. His fellow American import Julian Powell (206-1996, college: Lincoln) added 15 points, 15 rebounds and 4 blocks for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Santo Andre moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Illiabum and Sampaense. Loser Galitos dropped to the sixth position with three games lost. Santo Andre will meet at home Illiabum (#5) in the next round. Galitos will play against the league's leader Galomar and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Santo Andre: K.Carter 24+12reb+8ast, B.Aniel 13+6reb, S.Pedro 9+5reb+4ast, H.Danilo 8+3reb+3ast, J.Arroja 7+3reb+1ast, O.Joao 5+1reb+1ast
Galitos: K.Evans 32+7reb, J.Powell 15+15reb+1ast, J.Mayberry 9+7reb+2ast, S.Andre 6+2reb, S.Vasco 5+4reb+7ast, D.Gustavo 2

Queluz - Galomar 102-104

Important game to mention about took place in Queluz. Top-ranked Galomar (3-0) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging bottom-ranked Queluz (0-4) 104-102 on Saturday evening. Guest team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. Galomar dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Queluz's 42. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. American players dominated the game. Worth to mention a great performance of forward William Loyd (196-1998, college: Xavier, LA) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals and point guard DeAndre Jones (180-1998, college: St.Louis) who added 21 points, 9 rebounds and 13 assists during the contest. At the losing side guard Tyree Crump (185-1997, college: Georgia, agency: Interperformances) responded with 34 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 7 assists and guard Drew Buggs (190-1997, college: Winthrop) produced a double-double by scoring 26 points, 12 assists and 6 steals. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Galomar have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Maia Basket. Queluz at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Barreirense. Galomar will play against Galitos (#6) in Aveiro in the next round where they are favorite. Queluz will play at home against Vasco and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Galomar: K.Hanson 23+4reb+1ast, W.Loyd 22+13reb+8ast, M.Geremias 21+13reb+1ast, D.Jones 21+9reb+13ast, J.Correia 7+1reb, D.Filipe 5+2reb
Queluz: T.Crump 34+5reb+7ast, D.Buggs 26+4reb+12ast, J.Andre 13+8reb+2ast, J.Cardoso 11+16reb+6ast, L.Diogo 9+5reb+1ast, O.Sebastiao 6+3reb

Portimonense - Vasco 78-70

Proliga round 4 caused change at the leadership position. First defeat of league's leader Vasco (3-1) against third ranked Portimonense (3-1) 78-70 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Vasco. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Portimonense forced 30 Vasco turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Argentinian Matias Bernardini (190-1994) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 4 assists. Swedish forward Alexander Holmstrom-Forster (198-1992) contributed with 22 points (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) for the winners. Portimonense's coach Carlos Almeida used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American center Jaja Davis (196, college: Montreat) replied with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds and his fellow American import forward Elias Cave (201, college: Minot St.) added 19 points and 5 steals in the effort for Vasco. Portimonense moved-up to second place, which they share with Vasco and Electrico FC. Vasco will play next round against Queluz trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Portimonense will try to continue on its current victory against sixth ranked Galitos in Aveiro.
Top scorers:
Portimonense: M.Bernardini 26+4reb+4ast, A.Holmstrom-Forster 22+3reb, R.McCoy 10+7reb, F.Perez 6+4reb, A.Calabote 5+2reb+10ast, D.Fragoso 4+5reb
Vasco: J.Davis 25+10reb+3ast, E.Cave 19+3reb+2ast, I.Coutinho 9+2reb+3ast, E.Vaz 8+1reb, J.Torrie 6+9reb+1ast, C.Ruben 2+2reb+4ast

Galitos-Barreiro - Illiabum 90-92

A very close game took place in Barreiro between Illiabum and Galitos-Barreiro. Sixth ranked Illiabum (2-2) got a very close victory on the road over their close opponent Galitos-Barreiro (0-2). Illiabum managed to escape with a 2-point win 92-90 on Saturday evening. Illiabum made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Galitos-Barreiro turnovers. American players dominated also this game. The winners were led by guard Vante Hendrix (196, college: CSUN) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 28 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Mitchell Hahn (203-1995, college: Omaha) supported him with 25 points and 5 rebounds. Four Illiabum players scored in double figures. Even 35 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds by Tamyrik Fields (198-1996, college: Augusta, agency: Interperformances) did not help to save the game for Galitos-Barreiro. Forward Greg Lee (206-1998, college: Penn St.) added 31 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for lost side. Illiabum moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Sampaense and Santo Andre. Loser Galitos-Barreiro still closes the standings with two games lost. Illiabum will meet Santo Andre (#4) in the next round. Galitos-Barreiro will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Illiabum: V.Hendrix 28+10reb+5ast, M.Hahn 25+5reb+3ast, G.Madureira 13+2reb+2ast, R.Diogo 11+2reb, J.Neves 8+1reb, A.Silva 5+1reb+2ast
Galitos-Barreiro: T.Fields 35+7reb+1ast, G.Lee 31+6reb+5ast, D.Machado 8+4reb+3ast, A.Francisco 6+1reb+1ast, S.Fritz 5+11reb+1ast, P.Rui 3+1reb

Maia Basket - Belenenses 91-71

Not a big story in a game when 6th ranked Belenenses (1-3) were outscored on the road by top-ranked Maia Basket (3-0) 91-71 on Saturday. Maia Basket looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Belenenses' players. The winners were led by American point guard Chris Parker (183-1998, college: Liberty) who scored that evening 23 points and 6 assists and the other American import forward Evan Milligan (196-1997, college: Life) supported him with 19 points and 6 rebounds. Even 16 points by guard Diogo Correia (182-1990) did not help to save the game for Belenenses. Forward Afonso Guedes (196-2003) added 16 points for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Maia Basket have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Galomar. Belenenses lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with three games lost. They share the position with Olhanense. Maia Basket will meet at home Olhanense (#6) in the next round where they are favorite. Belenenses will play against Electrico FC in Ponte de Sor and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Maia Basket: C.Parker 23+2reb+6ast, E.Milligan 19+6reb+1ast, P.Lopes 15+2reb+2ast, A.Tiago 9+4reb+4ast, R.Dias 8+5reb, L.Kalebe 6+1reb
Belenenses: G.Afonso 16+4reb, D.Correia 16+4reb+2ast, A.Mendes 9+8reb, J.Torres 9+1reb+1ast, R.Chapelas 6+9reb+2ast, L.Vasco 6+2reb+1ast

Academica - Benfica B 86-73

Everything went according to plan when top-ranked Academica (4-0) defeated 5th ranked Benfica B (1-2) in Coimbra 86-73 on Saturday. Academica forced 23 Benfica B turnovers. The winners were led by American forward Xavier Francois (196-1996, college: CS Stanislaus) who scored that evening 17 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists and the other American import forward Matthew Eldridge (203-1996, college: Lindsey Wilson) supported him with 16 points and 12 rebounds. Eldridge is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Even a double-double of 20 points and 11 rebounds by Angolan center Eduardo Francisco (200-2003) did not help to save the game for Benfica B. Guard Tiago Santos (-2002) added 10 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. Five Academica and four Benfica B players scored in double figures. Academica have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-0 record. Loser Benfica B keeps the fifth place with two games lost. Academica will meet at home Barreirense (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Benfica B will play against Sampaense in Coimbra and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Academica: N.Brito 26+1reb+3ast, X.Francois 17+9reb+8ast, M.Eldridge 16+12reb+3ast, K.Pereira 14+6reb, E.Guimaraes 10+2reb+2ast, A.Joao 3+3ast
Benfica B: F.Eduardo 20+11reb+2ast, P.Ivan 18+2reb+1ast, S.Bernardo 12+3reb+2ast, S.Tiago 10+13reb+4ast, R.Cristo 5+1reb+1ast, D.Mor 3+1reb+1ast

Liga Betclic Round 2 (Second Stage): FC Porto lose to Benfica - by Eurobasket News

There were only 2 rounds played so far and it's still very beginning of the Second Stage in Liga Betclic. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The biggest surprise of round 2 in Liga Betclic took place in Lisbon where host Benfica crushed FC Porto 99-75 on Saturday evening. Benfica made 25-of-33 free shots (75.8 percent) during the game, while FC Porto only scored nine points from the stripe. 29 personal fouls committed by FC Porto helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American guard Aaron Broussard (196-1990, college: Seattle) who scored 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Naturalized Cape Verdean Ivan Almeida (198-1989, college: Stonehill) chipped in 25 points and 7 rebounds. American guard Teyvon Myers (188-1994, college: WVU) produced 21 points for the guests. FC Porto's coach Fernando Sa gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. FC Porto will play next round against strong Sporting trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Benfica will try to continue on its current victory against Oliveirense in Oliveira.
Important game to mention about took place in Ovar. Oliveirense saved a 1-point victory on the road edging Ovarense 73-72 in the game for the fourth place. The game was dominated by American players. Darius Carter (201-1992, college: Wichita St.) saved the victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds. Julien Ducree contributed with 11 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. point guard Isaiah Johnson (183-1993, college: Young Harris) replied with 11 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for Ovarense. Oliveirense will play against Benfica in Lisbon in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Ovarense will have a break next round.
The game in Funchal was also quite interesting. Esgueira played at the court of CAB Madeira. CAB Madeira managed to secure a 8-point victory 66-58 on Saturday. Milan Milovanovic had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 13 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners. Ryan Ogden responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds. CAB Madeira will meet Sangalhos on the road in the next round. Esgueira will have a break next round.

In the last game of round 2 Imortal defeated Sangalhos in Albufeira 77-70.

CAB Madeira - Esgueira 66-58

The game in Funchal was also quite interesting. Esgueira played at the court of CAB Madeira. CAB Madeira managed to secure a 8-point victory 66-58 on Saturday. Serbian power forward Milan Milovanovic (205-1991, agency: 011 Sports) had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 13 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and point guard Diogo Peixe (190-2000, agency: Promo Sport ID) chipped in 6 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists during the contest. American forward Ryan Ogden (193-1996, college: Southwestern) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds and his fellow American import point guard Trevon Evans (183-1995, college: Sioux Falls) scored 17 points and 4 assists. CAB Madeira will meet Sangalhos on the road in the next round. Esgueira will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Esgueira: T.Evans 17+4reb+4ast, R.Ogden 14+12reb+1ast, H.Sota 10+6reb+1ast, B.Ghebrekidan 7+2reb+2ast, P.Catarino 6+7reb, A.Kappos 4+6reb+2ast
CAB Madeira: M.Almonacy 14+5reb+1ast, M.Milovanovic 12+13reb+2ast, N.Sa 11+6reb, J.Speelman 9+4reb, D.Peixe 6+9reb+9ast, M.Johnson 6+2reb+2ast

Sangalhos - Imortal 70-77

The game between closely ranked teams ended with Sangalhos' home loss to Imortal 70-77 on Saturday. American guard Marquise Moore (188-1994, college: GMU) had a double-double by scoring 24 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import Josh Ferguson (203-1996, college: Winthrop) chipped in 10 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Imortal players scored in double figures. Dutch-Angolan point guard Jose Maconda (187-2001) responded with 19 points and 5 assists and Angolan Jeronimo Luis (197-1999) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds. Imortal will meet Vitoria SC in the next round. Sangalhos will play against CAB Madeira and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sangalhos: J.Maconda 19+3reb+5ast, L.Jeronimo 16+11reb, C.Cleuzio 15+8reb, A.Tiago 8+4reb, N.Kasongo 5+1reb+1ast, J.Martinho 3+2reb+3ast
Imortal: M.Moore 24+11reb+7ast, E.Watson 15+4reb, S.Littleson 13+3reb+2ast, J.Ferguson 10+7reb+3ast, F.Lima 6+4reb+1ast, T.Ewuosho 5+4reb

Benfica - FC Porto 99-75

The biggest surprise of round 2 in Liga Betclic took place in Lisbon where host Benfica crushed FC Porto 99-75 on Saturday evening. Benfica made 25-of-33 free shots (75.8 percent) during the game, while FC Porto only scored nine points from the stripe. 29 personal fouls committed by FC Porto helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American guard Aaron Broussard (196-1990, college: Seattle) who scored 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Naturalized Cape Verdean Ivan Almeida (198-1989, college: Stonehill) chipped in 25 points and 7 rebounds. Four Benfica players scored in double figures. American guard Teyvon Myers (188-1994, college: WVU) produced 21 points and his fellow American import Brian Conklin (201-1989, college: St.Louis) added 14 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. FC Porto's coach Fernando Sa gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. FC Porto will play next round against strong Sporting trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Benfica will try to continue on its current victory against Oliveirense in Oliveira.
Top scorers:
FC Porto: T.Myers 21+3reb+3ast, B.Conklin 14+6reb+1ast, M.Landis 11+1ast, M.Clark 9+8reb+3ast, M.Finke 9+3reb+1ast, M.Cardoso 6+2reb+4ast
Benfica: A.Broussard 26+5reb+6ast, I.Almeida 25+7reb+3ast, T.Douglas 17+3reb+5ast, D.Gameiro 10+2reb+1ast, M.Ben Romdhane 7+6reb+2ast, B.Gomes 5+3reb

Ovarense - Oliveirense 72-73

Important game to mention about took place in Ovar. Oliveirense saved a 1-point victory on the road edging Ovarense 73-72 in the game for the fourth place. Oliveirense outrebounded Ovarense 37-22 including 29 on the defensive glass. The game was dominated by American players. Darius Carter (201-1992, college: Wichita St.) saved the victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds. Power forward Julien Ducree (206-1996, college: Utah Tech) contributed with 11 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Point guard Isaiah Johnson (183-1993, college: Young Harris) replied with 11 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Jacoby Armstrong (201-1995, college: UNH) added 13 points in the effort for Ovarense. Five Ovarense players scored in double figures. Oliveirense will play against Benfica in Lisbon in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Ovarense will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Ovarense: C.Cordeiro 13+3reb, J.Armstrong 13+4reb, I.Johnson 11+5reb+5ast, A.Woods 11+1reb+4ast, J.Robertson 10+3reb+4ast, N.Morais 8
Oliveirense: D.Carter 17+10reb+1ast, J.Ducree 11+9reb+1ast, J.Balseiro 8+1reb, H.Barros 8+2reb, T.Simons 7+1ast, M.Richardson 6+2reb+4ast

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QBL Round 4: Qatar Club lose to Al Sadd - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Undefeated Qatar Club (2-1) recorded its first loss in Doha on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by top-ranked Al Sadd (2-0) 109-95. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Qatar Club. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Al Sadd dominated down low during the game scoring 72 of its points in the paint compared to Qatar Club's 32. They outrebounded Qatar Club 57-35 including a 23-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Al Sadd looked well-organized offensively handing out 57 assists comparing to just 35 passes made by Qatar Club's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Al Sadd made 7 blocks. American-German forward Waverly Austin (211-1991, college: Oregon, agency: Diamond Sports) fired a triple-double by scoring 24 points, 17 rebounds, 17 assists and 7 blocks for the winners. Libyan point guard Mohameed Elsadi (190-1995) chipped in 22 points, 15 rebounds and 15 assists. Serbian Dejan Janjic (198-1995) produced 31 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists for lost side. Defending champion moved-up to second place. Qatar Club at the other side dropped to the third position with one game lost. They share it with Al Wakrah. Al Sadd's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Doha to the arena Al Arabi.
Al Arabi can celebrate their first win this season after two consecutive losses. The victory is especially important as it came on the road game in Al Khor, where they defeated Al Khor (0-2) 81-73. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Kelechi Ajukwa (201-1995, college: Charlotte) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Oumar Seck contributed with 8 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists for the winners. American power forward Tony Criswell (205-1991, college: Missouri) replied with a triple-double by scoring 20 points, 13 rebounds and 13 assists for Al Khor. It was the only win of guest team this round and in all other games host teams recorded victories. Al Arabi (1-2) left bottom position moving up to sixth place, which they share with Al Ahli. Al Khor at the other side still closes the standings with two games lost. Al Arabi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Doha Al Sadd.

Al Sadd - Qatar Club 109-95

Undefeated Qatar Club (2-1) recorded its first loss in Doha on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by top-ranked Al Sadd (2-0) 109-95. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Qatar Club. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Al Sadd dominated down low during the game scoring 72 of its points in the paint compared to Qatar Club's 32. They outrebounded Qatar Club 57-35 including a 23-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Al Sadd looked well-organized offensively handing out 57 assists comparing to just 35 passes made by Qatar Club's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Al Sadd made 7 blocks. American-German forward Waverly Austin (211-1991, college: Oregon, agency: Diamond Sports) fired a triple-double by scoring 24 points, 17 rebounds, 17 assists and 7 blocks for the winners. Libyan point guard Mohameed Elsadi (190-1995) chipped in a triple-double by scoring 22 points, 15 rebounds and 15 assists. Five Al Sadd players scored in double figures. Serbian Dejan Janjic (198-1995) produced 31 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists and American guard Brian Halums (196-1997, college: UAFS, agency: Interperformances) added 23 points, 11 rebounds, 11 assists and 5 steals respectively for lost side. Defending champion moved-up to second place. Qatar Club at the other side dropped to the third position with one game lost. They share it with Al Wakrah. Al Sadd's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Doha to the arena Al Arabi.
Top scorers:
Qatar Club: D.Janjic 31+9reb+9ast, B.Halums 23+11reb+11ast, H.Woods II 20+7reb+7ast, F.Mark 8+4reb+4ast, A.Badara Ndoye 7+1reb+1ast, A.Abdalla 6+2reb+2ast
Al Sadd: V.Blue 26+8reb+8ast, W.Austin 24+17reb+17ast, M.Elsadi 22+15reb+15ast, B.Dieng 16+11reb+11ast, A.Faisal 14+5reb+5ast, O.Saad 5+1reb+1ast

Al Khor - Al Arabi 73-81

Al Arabi can celebrate their first win this season after two consecutive losses. The victory is especially important as it came on the road game in Al Khor, where they defeated Al Khor (0-2) 81-73. Al Arabi shot the lights out from three nailing 14 long-distance shots on high 53.8 percentage. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 43 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Kelechi Ajukwa (201-1995, college: Charlotte) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Senegalese center Oumar Seck (208-1988) contributed with 8 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists for the winners. American power forward Tony Criswell (205-1991, college: Missouri) replied with a triple-double by scoring 20 points, 13 rebounds and 13 assists and his fellow American import point guard Ameer Jackson (193-1994, college: WSSU) added 25 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) in the effort for Al Khor. It was the only win of guest team this round and in all other games host teams recorded victories. Al Arabi (1-2) left bottom position moving up to sixth place, which they share with Al Ahli. Al Khor at the other side still closes the standings with two games lost. Al Arabi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Doha Al Sadd.
Top scorers:
Al Khor: A.Jackson 25+5reb+5ast, T.Criswell 20+13reb+13ast, R.Ghanem 15+5reb+5ast, A.Bobo Magassa 8+8reb+8ast, M.Nayef 3, K.Mohamed 2
Al Arabi: K.Ajukwa 21+6reb+6ast, D.Ousmane 20+6reb+6ast, M.Rhett 9+8reb+8ast, A.Khaled 9+2reb+2ast, M.Lashin 8+2reb+2ast, O.Seck 8+12reb+12ast

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RUSSIA

Higher League stats leaders

Stats Leaders

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Sergey POLSTYANOV

UNICS-2
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18.3

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15.5

15.3

15.0

VTB-Youth League Round 32: UNICS-2 edge Khimki-2 by one point - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in VTB-Youth League is slowly approaching the end. But there may be still some important changes in the final standings in the last 5 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 32 in the VTB-Youth League took place in Kazan. This derby game ended with only one-point defeat on the road of 6th ranked Khimki-2 (24-14) to eighth ranked UNICS-2 (20-18) 68-67 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Khimki-2. The best player for the winners was forward Ilya Baranov (190-2002) who scored 13 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Vladimir Naumov (195-2004) chipped in 15 points (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Forward Sergei Kudrin (199-2004) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. UNICS-2 maintains eighth position with 20-18 record. Khimki-2 at the other side keeps the sixth place with 14 games lost. UNICS-2 are looking forward to face Parma-2 (#10) in Perm in the next round. Khimki-2 will play on the road against N.Novgorod-2 (#7) in Nizhny Novgorod and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Important game to mention about took place in Moscow. Fourth ranked CSKA U23 (28-12) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 5th ranked Zenit-2 (26-14) 78-75 in the game for the fourth place. Forward Kirill Petukhov (203-2004) orchestrated the victory by scoring 13 points and 9 rebounds. Daniil Klyuchenkov contributed with 18 points and 4 blocks for the winners. Pavel Zemskiy (201-2004) replied with 13 points and 8 rebounds for Zenit-2. Zenit-2's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. CSKA U23 have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 28-12 record. Defending champion Zenit-2 keeps the fifth place with 14 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
The game with biggest result difference took place in Krasnoyarsk. Local Enisey-2 (7-33) was outscored by third ranked Lokomotiv-2 (29-11) 103-56 on Sunday night. Worth to mention a quality performance of Demid Tyulyubaev who helped to win the game recording 22 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Lokomotiv-2's coach Bogdan Bogdanov felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Andrey Doroshevich responded with 13 points and 5 assists. Lokomotiv-2 keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Runa-2. Enisey-2 lost fourteenth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh place with 33 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

Rest of the games of round 32 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Runa-2 crushed Samara-2 in Moscow 92-72. N.Novgorod-2 beat Parma-2 at home 84-74. Runa-2 won against Samara-2 on the opponent's court 73-62. Enisey-2 was outscored by Lokomotiv-2 in a home game 65-101. Zenit-2 recorded a loss to CSKA U23 on the road 79-74.

UNICS-2 - Khimki-2 68-67

The most exciting game of round 32 in the VTB-Youth League took place in Kazan. This derby game ended with only one-point defeat on the road of 6th ranked Khimki-2 (24-14) to eighth ranked UNICS-2 (20-18) 68-67 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Khimki-2. The best player for the winners was forward Ilya Baranov (190-2002) who scored 13 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Vladimir Naumov (195-2004) chipped in 15 points (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Four UNICS-2 players scored in double figures. Forward Sergei Kudrin (199-2004) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds and guard Kirill Krylov (197-2002) added 17 points respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. UNICS-2 maintains eighth position with 20-18 record. Khimki-2 at the other side keeps the sixth place with 14 games lost. UNICS-2 are looking forward to face Parma-2 (#10) in Perm in the next round. Khimki-2 will play on the road against N.Novgorod-2 (#7) in Nizhny Novgorod and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Khimki-2: K.Kirill 17+2reb+2ast, K.Sergei 11+10reb+1ast, S.Vladislav 10+6reb+1ast, Y.Timofey 8+10reb, N.Aleksandr 7+1reb, B.Maksim 5+3reb+3ast
UNICS-2: N.Vladimir 15+3reb+1ast, B.Ilya 13+7reb+2ast, P.Sergey 12+3reb+1ast, G.Anatoly 10+3reb+4ast, K.Artem 10+1reb+1ast, P.Stanislav 6+5reb+2ast

Samara-2 - Runa-2 72-92

There was no surprise when 12th ranked Samara-2 (3-35) was crushed at home by second ranked Runa-2 (29-11) 92-72 on Friday. Runa-2 forced 25 Samara-2 turnovers and outrebounded them 41-27 including a 21-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of center Nikita Malofeev (203-2003) who helped to win the game recording 29 points and 9 rebounds and forward Artem Shlegel (201-2003) who added 10 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Four Runa-2 players scored in double figures. Vladislav Ionov responded with 19 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and guard Daniil Volkov (195-2004) scored 15 points. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Runa-2 have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Lokomotiv-2. Samara-2 lost third consecutive game. They stay dead last with 35 lost games. Runa-2 will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Samara-2 will play against MBA-2 (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Samara-2: I.Vladislav 19+5reb+2ast, V.Daniil 15+2reb+3ast, I.Yan 9+1reb, K.Dmitry 9+6reb+3ast, S.Viktor 7+2reb+6ast, Z.Ilya 5
Runa-2: M.Nikita 29+9reb, N.Vitaly 11, S.Yuriy 11+8reb+3ast, S.Artem 10+11reb+3ast, S.Ivan 10+1reb+2ast, K.Artem 8+4reb+10ast

N.Novgorod-2 - Parma-2 84-74

No shocking result in a game in Nizhny Novgorod where seventh ranked N.Novgorod-2 (22-16) defeated 10th ranked Parma-2 (7-31) 84-74 on Friday. They outrebounded Parma-2 43-25 including a 33-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Artem Orekhov (191-2002) who helped to win the game recording 22 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists and guard Vadim Orekhov (197-2002) who added 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Guard Grigoriy Tuchkov (183-2003) responded with 23 points, 6 assists and 4 steals and guard Arseniy Koryakin (194-2004) scored 12 points and 4 steals. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. N.Novgorod-2 have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain seventh position with 22-16 record. Parma-2 lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with 31 games lost. N.Novgorod-2 will meet at home higher ranked Khimki-2 (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Parma-2 will play against UNICS-2 (#8) in Kazan and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Parma-2: T.Grigoriy 23+4reb+6ast, K.Arseniy 12+2reb+3ast, S.Mikhail 10+3reb+1ast, P.Danil 10+2reb+2ast, M.Pavel 8+5reb+4ast, M.Fedor 6+3reb
N.Novgorod-2: O.Artem 22+7reb+6ast, O.Vadim 16+6reb+4ast, P.Artem 12+12reb, O.Artem 12+9reb+3ast, A.Daniil 9+6reb+3ast, S.Mikhail 7

Samara-2 - Runa-2 62-73

Very expected game when 12th ranked Samara-2 (3-35) was defeated at home by second ranked Runa-2 (29-11) 73-62 on Saturday. Runa-2 forced 22 Samara-2 turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of center Nikita Malofeev (203-2003) who helped to win the game recording 20 points and 9 rebounds and guard Alexandr Zubkov (180-2002) who added 12 points, 11 assists and 5 steals during the contest. Four Runa-2 players scored in double figures. Guard Dmitry Kuimov (190-2004) responded with 19 points and Vladislav Ionov scored 8 points and 5 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). Samara-2's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Runa-2 have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Lokomotiv-2. Samara-2 lost third consecutive game. They stay dead last with 35 lost games. Runa-2 will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Samara-2 will play against MBA-2 (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Samara-2: K.Dmitry 19+4reb+3ast, I.Yan 8+2reb+1ast, S.Viktor 8+2reb+3ast, I.Vladislav 8+5reb+3ast, A.Dmitri 7+3reb+1ast, V.Daniil 4+3reb+1ast
Runa-2: M.Nikita 20+9reb+2ast, Z.Alexandr 12+3reb+11ast, K.Artem 11+1reb+7ast, S.Artem 11+4reb+3ast, N.Vitaly 8+3reb, M.Boris 4+1reb

Enisey-2 - Lokomotiv-2 65-101

Very predictable result in Krasnoyarsk where third ranked Lokomotiv-2 (29-11) outscored 11th ranked Enisey-2 (7-33) 101-65 on Saturday. Lokomotiv-2 dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Enisey-2's 28. Lokomotiv-2 forced 25 Enisey-2 turnovers and outrebounded them 45-21 including a 17-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Enisey-2's players. Worth to mention a great performance of center Artem Oreshnikov (205-2004) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 7 rebounds and guard Sergey Shchetinin (199-2004) who added 13 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Five Lokomotiv-2 players scored in double figures. Lokomotiv-2's coach Bogdan Bogdanov felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Andrey Doroshevich (197-2003) responded with 19 points and point guard Yaroslav Zaporozhets (183-2002) scored 11 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Lokomotiv-2 keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Runa-2. Enisey-2 lost fourteenth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh place with 33 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Enisey-2: D.Andrey 19+2reb+2ast, G.Aleksandr 14+5reb+1ast, Z.Yaroslav 11+5reb+5ast, K.Ivan 7+3reb+1ast, I.Kirill 6+2reb, Y.Maxim 3+2reb
Lokomotiv-2: O.Artem 25+7reb, S.Sergey 13+6reb+5ast, R.Nikita 13+3reb+1ast, K.Semen 12+12reb, G.Daniil 10+3reb+11ast, T.Demid 7+1reb+1ast

CSKA U23 - Zenit-2 79-74

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 5th ranked Zenit-2's (26-14) road loss to fourth ranked CSKA U23 (28-12) 74-79 on Saturday. CSKA U23 had a 31-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for CSKA U23 especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.6 percentage. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when CSKA U23 made 8 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Daniil Klyuchenkov (199-2004) who helped to win the game recording 18 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and power forward Daniil Kirilyuk (204-2003) who added 14 points and 9 rebounds during the contest (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Forward Timofey Vacshenko (199-2006) responded with 11 points and 7 rebounds and forward Artem Antipov (201-2004, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) scored 13 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. CSKA U23 have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 28-12 record. Defending champion Zenit-2 keeps the fifth place with 14 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Zenit-2: A.Artem 13+5reb+2ast, V.Timofey 11+7reb+3ast, S.Vladislav 11+6reb, L.Kirill 8+2reb, K.Artem 6+3reb+6ast, Z.Pavel 6+3reb
CSKA U23: K.Daniil 18+5reb+6ast, K.Daniil 14+9reb, P.Maxim 13+7reb, S.Nikolay 9+3reb+1ast, B.Evgeniy 8+2reb, F.Lev 7+5reb+2ast

Enisey-2 - Lokomotiv-2 56-103

The game with biggest result difference took place in Krasnoyarsk. Local Enisey-2 (7-33) was outscored by third ranked Lokomotiv-2 (29-11) 103-56 on Sunday night. Lokomotiv-2 dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Enisey-2's 30. They outrebounded Enisey-2 51-29 including a 41-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Lokomotiv-2 especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.4 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Enisey-2's players. Worth to mention a quality performance of Demid Tyulyubaev who helped to win the game recording 22 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) and guard Sergey Shchetinin (199-2004) who added 12 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four Lokomotiv-2 players scored in double figures. Lokomotiv-2's coach Bogdan Bogdanov felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Andrey Doroshevich (197-2003) responded with 13 points and 5 assists and swingman Aleksandr Gritsenko (195-2004) scored 13 points and 7 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Lokomotiv-2 keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Runa-2. Enisey-2 lost fourteenth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh place with 33 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Enisey-2: D.Andrey 13+4reb+5ast, G.Aleksandr 13+7reb+1ast, K.Ivan 11+3reb, I.Kirill 9+7reb+1ast, K.Ilya 6+2reb+1ast, S.Egor 4+5reb
Lokomotiv-2: T.Demid 22+3reb+1ast, Z.Vladimir 12+3reb+5ast, S.Sergey 12+8reb+4ast, R.Nikita 12+3reb+3ast, K.Semen 11+5reb+3ast, K.Artem 8+9reb+2ast

CSKA U23 - Zenit-2 78-75

Important game to mention about took place in Moscow. Fourth ranked CSKA U23 (28-12) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 5th ranked Zenit-2 (26-14) 78-75 in the game for the fourth place. CSKA U23 had a 30-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. They brought some defensive toughness making 8 blocks. Forward Kirill Petukhov (203-2004) orchestrated the victory by scoring 13 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Daniil Klyuchenkov (199-2004) contributed with 18 points and 4 blocks for the winners. Pavel Zemskiy (201-2004) replied with 13 points and 8 rebounds and forward Artem Antipov (201-2004, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) added 9 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Zenit-2. Zenit-2's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. CSKA U23 have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 28-12 record. Defending champion Zenit-2 keeps the fifth place with 14 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Zenit-2: Z.Pavel 13+8reb+1ast, K.Artem 11+3ast, S.Vladislav 9+4reb, L.Kirill 9+1reb+1ast, A.Artem 9+8reb+4ast, B.Mikhail 8+1reb+2ast
CSKA U23: K.Daniil 18+4reb, P.Kirill 13+9reb+1ast, K.Dmitry 9+7reb+3ast, A.Oleg 9+1reb+1ast, P.Maxim 8+4reb+2ast, Z.Ivan 6+5reb+4ast

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RWANDA

Rwanda Energy Group Kigali welcomes back Thomas, ex Beirut Club - by Eurobasket News

Rwanda Energy Group Kigali signs Delwan Graham, ex Olimpia - by Eurobasket News

Rwanda-Energy-Group-Kigali (RBL) signed experienced 34-year old American forward Delwan Graham (200cm-1988, college: Jacksonville, agency: BIG). Graham just played at Olimpia in Uruguayan LUB league. In 11 games he had very impressive stats: 15.3ppg, 9.2rpg, 2.4apg and 1.3spg last season. The last summer he played at Llaneros in Venezuelan SPB where in 7 games he recorded 14.4ppg, 6.3rpg and 3.1apg.
He is quite experienced player. Graham has played in twelve different countries on five different continents (Europe, Asia, Latin America, Australia and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Argentina (CA Temperley), Australia (Spectres and Knox Raiders), China (Chongqing), Ireland (UCC Demons and UL Eagles), Israel (Maccabi Ramat Gan), Kuwait (Yarmook), Paraguay (San Jose), Saudi Arabia (Al Nassr and Al Wehda), Ukraine (Polytechnic and Kharkivski Sokoly), Peru (Regatas), United Arab Emirates (Al Sharjah) and ABA (Jacksonville Giants). Graham was voted to Ukrainian Superleague All-Star Game back in 2019 and 2020.
He won Peruvian Liga de Lima championship title in 2017.
Graham graduated from Jacksonville University in 2012 and it is his eleventh (!!!) season as a professional player.

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SCOTLAND

SBC Round 19: St.Mirren beat Edinburgh Kings in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in SBC is slowly approaching the end. But there may be still some important changes in the final standings in the last 3 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Edinburgh. Second ranked St.Mirren faced 4th placed Edinburgh Kings. Guests from St Mirren (13-1) defeated host Edinburgh Kings (9-5) 99-90. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Edinburgh Kings. St.Mirren have an impressive series of five victories in a row. Defending champion maintains second place with 13-1 record behind leader Boroughmuir. Edinburgh Kings at the other side keep the fourth position with five games lost. St.Mirren are looking forward to face Sony Centre Fury (#3) in Falkirk in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Edinburgh Kings will play against North Lanarkshire and are hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident.
Leader Blaze delivered the fourteenth victory. This time they crushed 11th ranked North Lanarkshire (2-14) 111-61 in Edinburgh. Blaze maintains first place with 14-1 record. Newly promoted North Lanarkshire stay at the bottom position with 14 games lost. Blaze will play against Renfrew R. (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. North Lanarkshire will play against Edinburgh Kings (#4) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
The game in was also quite interesting. Third ranked Sony Centre Fury (11-3) played at the court of 7th ranked Renfrew R. (6-9). Sony Centre Fury defeated Renfrew R. 71-60 on Saturday. The victory was the third consecutive win for Sony Centre Fury. They maintain third place with 11-3 record having four points less than leader Boroughmuir. Newly promoted Renfrew R. keeps the seventh position with nine games lost. Sony Centre Fury will meet league's second-placed St.Mirren in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Renfrew R. will play against the league's leader Blaze (#1) and hope to secure a win.

In the last two games of round 19 Edinburgh L. was defeated by Stirling K. in a road game 72-55. Dunfermline R. smashed W.Lothian W. at home 83-53.

Edinburgh K. - St.Mirren 90-99

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Edinburgh. Second ranked St.Mirren faced 4th placed Edinburgh Kings. Guests from St Mirren (13-1) defeated host Edinburgh Kings (9-5) 99-90. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Edinburgh Kings. St.Mirren have an impressive series of five victories in a row. Defending champion maintains second place with 13-1 record behind leader Boroughmuir. Edinburgh Kings at the other side keep the fourth position with five games lost. St.Mirren are looking forward to face Sony Centre Fury (#3) in Falkirk in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Edinburgh Kings will play against North Lanarkshire and are hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident.

Stirling K. - Edinburgh L. 72-55

There was no surprise when 9th ranked Lions (4-13) were defeated on the road by fifth ranked Stirling K. (8-7) 72-55 on Friday. Stirling K. maintains fifth place with 8-7 record, which they share with Dunfermline R. Loser Lions keep the ninth position with 13 games lost. Stirling K. will meet W.Lothian W. (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Lions will play against Glasgow and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Dunfermline R. - W.Lothian W. 83-53

No shocking result in a game when sixth ranked Dunfermline Reign (8-7) smashed at home 10th ranked W.Lothian W. (2-13) 83-53 on Saturday. The victory was the third consecutive win for Dunfermline Reign. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Stirling K. Loser W.Lothian W. keeps the tenth position with 13 games lost. Dunfermline Reign will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. W.Lothian W. will play against Stirling K. (#5) and hope to secure a win.

Boroughmuir - North Lanarkshire 111-61

Leader Blaze delivered the fourteenth victory. This time they crushed 11th ranked North Lanarkshire (2-14) 111-61 in Edinburgh. Blaze maintains first place with 14-1 record. Newly promoted North Lanarkshire stay at the bottom position with 14 games lost. Blaze will play against Renfrew R. (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. North Lanarkshire will play against Edinburgh Kings (#4) and hopes to get back on the winning track.

Renfrew R. - Sony Centre F. 60-71

The game in was also quite interesting. Third ranked Sony Centre Fury (11-3) played at the court of 7th ranked Renfrew R. (6-9). Sony Centre Fury defeated Renfrew R. 71-60 on Saturday. The victory was the third consecutive win for Sony Centre Fury. They maintain third place with 11-3 record having four points less than leader Boroughmuir. Newly promoted Renfrew R. keeps the seventh position with nine games lost. Sony Centre Fury will meet league's second-placed St.Mirren in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Renfrew R. will play against the league's leader Blaze (#1) and hope to secure a win.

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SERBIA

Stats Leaders - 1A

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Dusan BESLAC

Vojvodina
(205-PF-1998)
Avg: 21.0

21.0

20.2

17.9

17.6

16.6

Stats Leaders - 1B

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Vuk BOROVICANIN

Beko
(203-F-2001)
Avg: 25.2

25.2

23.8

21.1

20.1

19.4

2MLS Round 5 (Second Stage): Radnicki KG beat Slodes BG by one after a very close game - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Eighth-ranked Slodes BG (1-10) used its home court advantage to challenge first ranked Radnicki KG (10-1) in Beograd on Saturday. The visitors from Kragujevac managed to secure only one-point victory 100-99. However their fans expected much easier game. Radnicki KG looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Swingman Milic Blagojevic (200-1991) saved the victory by scoring 23 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Center Mihailo Todorovic (210-1995) contributed with 21 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Ognjen Ivkovic (-2002) answered with 29 points and 4 assists for Slodes BG. Slodes BG's coach Dusan Petrovic rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Radnicki KG have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 10-1 record. Slodes BG lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with ten games lost. Radnicki KG are looking forward to face Borac ZM (#3) in Zemun in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Slodes BG will play on the road against the league's second-placed Joker S. (#2) in Sombor and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series.
Important game to mention about took place in Surdulica. Seventh ranked Radnik SU (3-8) saved a 2-point victory at home edging second-ranked Joker S. (8-3) 106-104 on Friday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the guest team. It ended at the same time the nine-game winning streak of Joker S.. Power forward Marko Popovic (203-2000) stepped up and scored 33 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds for the winners and Ivan Saicic chipped in 31 points. Guard Nino Celebic (191-1991) responded with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Joker S.'s coach Nebojsa Vagic tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Radnik SU maintains seventh place with 3-8 record, which they share with Napredak. Newly promoted Joker S. keeps the second position with three games lost. They share it with Klik A. and Mladost SP. Radnik SU will play against higher ranked Gajdobra (#5) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Joker S. will play against Slodes BG and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Gajdobra (5-6) against fifth ranked Pirot (6-5) on Saturday night. Visiting Gajdobra was defeated by Pirot in a tough game in Pirot 83-91. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Gajdobra. Nikola Djonlic nailed 27 points and 7 assists for the winning side. Pirot's coach Zoran Milovanovic used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Mateja Todoric came up with 25 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 6 steals for Gajdobra in the defeat. Pirot moved-up to third place, which they share with Borac ZM. Gajdobra at the other side dropped to the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Star NS. Pirot will meet Star NS (#6) in the next round. Gajdobra will play against Radnik SU and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 5: Star NS was beaten by Borac ZM on the road 98-88. Mladost SP won against Napredak on its own court 106-90. Bottom-ranked Beko was outscored by Klik A. in Arilje 92-60.
The most impressive performance of 5th round was 18 points, 5 assists and 4 steals by Petar Grojic of Klik A..

Group PlayOff

Slodes BG - Radnicki KG 99-100

Eighth-ranked Slodes BG (1-10) used its home court advantage to challenge first ranked Radnicki KG (10-1) in Beograd on Saturday. The visitors from Kragujevac managed to secure only one-point victory 100-99. However their fans expected much easier game. Radnicki KG looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Swingman Milic Blagojevic (200-1991) saved the victory by scoring 23 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Center Mihailo Todorovic (210-1995) contributed with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Five Radnicki KG players scored in double figures. Ognjen Ivkovic (-2002) answered with 29 points and 4 assists and center Luka Kovacevic (206-2002) added 21 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Slodes BG. Slodes BG's coach Dusan Petrovic rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Radnicki KG have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 10-1 record. Slodes BG lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with ten games lost. Radnicki KG are looking forward to face Borac ZM (#3) in Zemun in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Slodes BG will play on the road against the league's second-placed Joker S. (#2) in Sombor and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series.
Top scorers:
Radnicki KG: M.Blagojevic 23+9reb+6ast, M.Todorovic 21+11reb+4ast, M.Jovicic 21+5reb+9ast, D.Djuro 20+5reb+1ast, S.Milivojevic 12+3reb+2ast, L.Dimovski 3
Slodes BG: I.Ognjen 29+4reb+4ast, D.Popovic 25+3ast, K.Luka 21+10reb+1ast, K.Nemanja 8+5reb+2ast, M.Aleksa 5+3reb, S.Tanasije 4+3reb+11ast

Radnik SU - Joker S. 106-104

Important game to mention about took place in Surdulica. Seventh ranked Radnik SU (3-8) saved a 2-point victory at home edging second-ranked Joker S. (8-3) 106-104 on Friday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the guest team. It ended at the same time the nine-game winning streak of Joker S.. Radnik SU dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Joker S.'s 42. Power forward Marko Popovic (203-2000) stepped up and scored 33 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds for the winners and forward Ivan Saicic (201-1993, college: Okla City) chipped in 31 points. Guard Nino Celebic (191-1991) responded with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and naturalized Hungarian forward Aleksa Brbaklic (195-1995) scored 15 points and 9 rebounds. Five Joker S. players scored in double figures. Joker S.'s coach Nebojsa Vagic tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Radnik SU maintains seventh place with 3-8 record, which they share with Napredak. Newly promoted Joker S. keeps the second position with three games lost. They share it with Klik A. and Mladost SP. Radnik SU will play against higher ranked Gajdobra (#5) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Joker S. will play against Slodes BG and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Radnik SU: M.Popovic 33+6reb+1ast, I.Saicic 31+2reb+2ast, U.Radulovic 14+3reb+2ast, B.Bogdanovic 9+4reb+5ast, N.Martin 8+5reb, S.Mirovic 7+1reb+1ast
Joker S.: N.Celebic 21+5reb+4ast, M.Brekic 16+2reb, M.Munizaba 16+4reb+4ast, A.Brbaklic 15+9reb+1ast, D.Djapa 12+6reb+3ast, Z.Krstanovic 11+5reb+1ast

Pirot - Gajdobra 91-83

Very important is a road loss of third ranked Gajdobra (5-6) against fifth ranked Pirot (6-5) on Saturday night. Visiting Gajdobra was defeated by Pirot in a tough game in Pirot 83-91. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Gajdobra. Point guard Nikola Djonlic (184-1993) nailed 27 points and 7 assists for the winning side and forward Dusan Filipovic (188-1992) accounted for 22 points and 4 assists. Four Pirot players scored in double figures. Pirot's coach Zoran Milovanovic used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Mateja Todoric (190-1998) came up with 25 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 6 steals and center Dragan Maric (204-1993) added 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Gajdobra in the defeat. Pirot moved-up to third place, which they share with Borac ZM. Gajdobra at the other side dropped to the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Star NS. Pirot will meet Star NS (#6) in the next round. Gajdobra will play against Radnik SU and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Pirot: N.Djonlic 27+3reb+7ast, D.Filipovic 22+4reb+4ast, P.Stepanovic 12+3reb, M.Vukicevic 11+6reb+3ast, V.Vuk 8+12reb+1ast, M.Nikola 4+6reb
Gajdobra: M.Todoric 25+6reb+6ast, D.Maric 16+7reb+4ast, R.Predrag 15+8reb+3ast, A.Zaric 9+1reb+1ast, J.Antic 8+1reb+1ast, K.Ranko 4+3reb+1ast

Borac ZM - Star NS 98-88

Everything could happen in Zemun at the game between two tied teams. Both fifth ranked Borac ZM and 4th placed Star NS had identical 5-5 record. This time Borac ZM used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Novi Sad 98-88 on Sunday night. Strangely Star NS outrebounded Borac ZM 42-24 including 28 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Point guard Djukan Djukanovic (182-1992) nailed a double-double by scoring 14 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists for the winning side and Filip Sinobad (201-2002) accounted for 17 points and 6 rebounds. Borac ZM's coach Dejan Djokic allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Guard Bosko Bumbic (191-2001) came up with 17 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists and Sergej-Dimitrije Bulovic (-2003) added 18 points and 11 rebounds respectively for Star NS in the defeat. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Borac ZM (6-5) moved-up to third place, which they share with Pirot. Loser Star NS dropped to the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Gajdobra. Borac ZM will meet league's leader Radnicki KG in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Star NS will play against Pirot (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Borac ZM: S.Filip 17+6reb, D.Djukanovic 14+6reb+11ast, I.Luka 14+1reb, O.Miculovic 13+4reb+4ast, S.Aleksandar 12+3reb+2ast, I.Mijajlovic 11+1reb+3ast
Star NS: B.Sergej-Dimitrije 18+11reb+2ast, B.Uros 18+7reb+1ast, B.Bumbic 17+7reb+8ast, S.Matic 15+5reb+3ast, D.Mijatovic 12+5reb+2ast, P.Andrija 4+2ast

Group PlayOut

Mladost SP - Napredak 106-90

Very expected game when 15th ranked Napredak (3-8) lost to eleventh ranked Mladost SP (8-3) in Smederevska Palanka 90-106 on Sunday. Mladost SP looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Napredak's players. Aleksandar Nikolic (-1997) nailed a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 13 rebounds (on 15-of-17 shooting from the field) for the winning side and Stefan Kojic (202-1992) accounted for 20 points and 5 assists. Point guard Nikola Raicevic (185-1991) came up with 24 points and 7 assists and Nemanja Sevic (-1999) added 19 points and 11 rebounds respectively for Napredak in the defeat. Five Napredak players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Mladost SP. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Klik A. and Joker S. Napredak lost their sixth game in a row. They dropped to the seventh position with eight games lost. They share it with Radnik SU. Mladost SP will meet bottom-ranked Beko (#16) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Napredak will play against Morava (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mladost SP: N.Aleksandar 34+13reb+3ast, S.Kojic 20+2reb+5ast, M.Todorovic 11+3reb, L.Stankovic 11+7reb+2ast, M.Stojanovic 9+9reb+5ast, S.Sretenovic 7+3ast
Napredak: N.Raicevic 24+2reb+7ast, A.Miladinovic 20+4reb+1ast, N.Sevic 19+11reb+2ast, V.Petrovic 10+2reb+1ast, S.Luka 10+5reb+2ast, A.Mitrovic 5+1reb+1ast

Klik A. - Beko 92-60

Very predictable result when tenth ranked Klik A. (8-3) rolled over bottom-ranked Beko (2-9) in Arilje 92-60 on Saturday. Klik A. dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Beko's 26. Klik A. forced 20 Beko turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Petar Grojic (195-2001) nailed 18 points, 5 assists and 4 steals for the winning side and forward Danilo Krstic (202-1999) accounted for 12 points and 7 rebounds. Forward Vuk Borovicanin (203-2001, college: Daytona St.) came up with 18 points and 9 rebounds and Uros Zoric (-1999) added 7 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Beko 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. The victory was the third consecutive win for Klik A.. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Mladost SP and Joker S. Beko lost their fifth game in a row. Newly promoted team stay at the bottom position with nine games lost. Klik A. will meet Zitko Basket (#14) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Beko will play against Mladost SP and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Klik A.: G.Petar 18+4reb+5ast, M.Nedeljkovic 12+2reb, D.Krstic 12+7reb+2ast, O.Vuk 10+1reb+1ast, N.Simovic 8+1reb+3ast, D.Papic 8+6reb+1ast
Beko: V.Borovicanin 18+9reb+3ast, Z.Uros 7+7reb+1ast, D.Stanojevic 6+2reb, S.Milos 5+2ast, D.Stankovic 5+4reb+1ast, N.Karalic 5+2reb+1ast

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Zdanavicius' double-double lands him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

26-year old center Tomas Zdanavicius (203-C-1996, agency: Octagon Europe) had a very impressive game in the last round for Inter Bratislava and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 25.
He had a double-double of 28 points and 13 rebounds, while his team lost the game against Lucenec (12-13) 72-85. Inter Bratislava moved-up to the 6th position in Slovakian league. Inter Bratislava is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. But it was their 13th lost game this season out of 25 games. In the team's last game Zdanavicius had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be Inter Bratislava's top player in his first season with the team. Zdanavicius has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (3rd best: 20.7ppg), rebounds (2nd best: 9.4rpg) and averages solid 62.6% FGP and 43.0% from behind 3-point line.

Second best performed player last round was Kayo Goncalves (203-F-1999) of league's second-best Iskra Svit. He is Brazilian forward in his first season at Iskra Svit. In the last game Goncalves recorded impressive 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Of course Iskra Svit cruised to a 84-77 relatively comfortable win over Levice (16-9). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Iskra Svit consolidated its place in top 2 of the standings. His team's 16-9 record is not bad at all. Goncalves is a newcomer at Iskra Svit and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.9ppg (#8). He also registered 7.8 boards per game.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Tre McCallum (201-F-1995) of Levice (#3). McCallum got into 30-points club by scoring exactly 30 points in the last round. He went also for six rebounds . Despite McCallum's great performance Levice lost 77-84 to #2 ranked Iskra Svit. 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 last thing Levice needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 16 victories and 9 lost games. McCallum has a very solid season. In 25 games in Slovakia he scored 15.6ppg. He also has 5.2rpg and FGP: 58.7%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Dusan Hukic (210-F-1993) of Prievidza - 22 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Hayden Koval (216-C-1997) of Iskra Svit - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Lautaro Lopez (189-PG-1999) of Spisski Rytieri - 13 points and 13 assists
7. TJ Atwood (198-G/F-1997) of Iskra Svit - 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Tavon King (180-PG-1997) of Iskra Svit - 16 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists
9. Dean Popovic (193-G-1997) of Handlova - 18 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists
10. Adam Antoni (191-G/F-1995) of Spisski Rytieri - 21 points, 4 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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2SKL Round 21: Slovan beat Jance in a derby game - by Eurobasket News

There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in 2SKL. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Ljubljana: Slovan (#5) and Jance (#2). Slovan (14-6) won against visiting Jance (14-6) 88-84. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Jance. The hosts were tied at the half but managed to speed up in last two quarters eventually winning the game. Slovan forced 21 Jance turnovers. Strangely Jance outrebounded Slovan 46-27 including 32 on the defensive glass. 24 personal fouls committed by Jance helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was Peter Bandelj (193-2005) who scored 18 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Swingman Matija Kalan (193-2001) chipped in 22 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was power forward Jure Licen (197-2000) who recorded a double-double by scoring 13 points and 14 rebounds. Jance's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Slovan have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Jance and Troti. Slovan is looking forward to face league's leader Triglav in Kranj in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Jance will play at home against Medvode and is hoping to win this game.
Leader Triglav delivered the seventeenth victory. This time they beat 12th ranked Celje (2-18) 72-58. It was a good game for center Uros Sikanic (201-2001) who led his team to a victory with 20 points and 7 rebounds. Jan Macek contributed with 19 points for the winners. Center Nejc Buda (211-1991) answered with 13 points and 9 rebounds for Celje. Celje's coach Vladimir Rizman let to play ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Triglav have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 17-3 record. Celje at the other side stay dead last with 18 lost games. Triglav will play against Slovan (#4) in Ljubljana in the next round. Celje will play on the road against Nova Gorica (#9) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
The game in Troti supposed to be also quite interesting. 4th placed Jezica (13-7) played at the court of fifth ranked Troti (14-6). Troti smashed Jezica 83-62 on Sunday. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Jure Prus stepped up and scored 13 points and 6 assists for the winners. The best for the losing side was Aljaz Bratec with 17 points, 7 rebounds and 4 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. Troti moved-up to second place, which they share with Slovan and Jance. Newly promoted Jezica dropped to the fifth position with seven games lost. They share it with Sezana. Troti will meet Sezana (#6) on the road in the next round. Jezica will play against Portoroz and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Other games of round 21 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Nova Gorica defeated Postojna in a road game 68-66. Medvode was smashed by Portoroz at home 67-94. Litija was destroyed by Sezana on the opponent's court 86-65.
The best stats of 21th round was 11 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists by Jost Flerin of Sezana.

Slovan - Jance 88-84

The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Ljubljana: Slovan (#5) and Jance (#2). Slovan (14-6) won against visiting Jance (14-6) 88-84. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Jance. The hosts were tied at the half but managed to speed up in last two quarters eventually winning the game. Slovan forced 21 Jance turnovers. Strangely Jance outrebounded Slovan 46-27 including 32 on the defensive glass. 24 personal fouls committed by Jance helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was Peter Bandelj (193-2005) who scored 18 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Swingman Matija Kalan (193-2001) chipped in 22 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was power forward Jure Licen (197-2000) who recorded a double-double by scoring 13 points and 14 rebounds and point guard Jurij Visnikar (187-2003) added 24 points respectively. Four Slovan and five Jance players scored in double figures. Jance's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Slovan have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Jance and Troti. Slovan is looking forward to face league's leader Triglav in Kranj in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Jance will play at home against Medvode and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Slovan: K.Matija 22+6reb+1ast, D.Jon 21+2reb+5ast, B.Peter 18+8reb+6ast, A.Germ 12+1reb+2ast, L.Matic 6+2reb, D.Mark 4+6reb+1ast
Jance: V.Jurij 24+2reb+2ast, J.Licen 13+14reb+2ast, G.Nejc 10+4reb+1ast, B.Nal 10+7reb+6ast, L.Luka 10+6reb+2ast, T.Opara 9+4reb+1ast

Postojna - Nova Gorica 66-68

There was no surprise when 11th ranked Postojna (3-17) was edged at home by ninth ranked Nova Gorica (7-13) 68-66 on Saturday. The guests trailed by 5 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 6-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 68-66. Point guard Jan Mocnik (178-1987) stepped up and scored 13 points and 5 assists for the winners and point guard Samo Vrabec (192-2005) chipped in 12 points and 5 rebounds. The best for the losing side was point guard Peter Meze (183-2001) with 19 points and 5 assists and forward Miha Kodric (196-1997) scored 7 points and 13 rebounds. Nova Gorica maintains ninth place with 7-13 record. Postojna lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 17 games lost. Nova Gorica will meet at home bottom-ranked Celje (#12) in the next round. Postojna will play against Litija and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Nova Gorica: J.Mocnik 13+3reb+5ast, V.Samo 12+5reb+1ast, S.Mucic 11+4reb+1ast, L.Valentinuzzi 11+2reb, M.Gavez 10+2reb, Z.Petejan 4+11reb+2ast
Postojna: M.Peter 19+3reb+5ast, M.Cergic 13+5reb+1ast, A.Jogan 10+3reb+1ast, T.Lotric 9+4reb+2ast, M.Kodric 7+13reb+3ast, Z.Alan 5+5reb+2ast

Medvode - Portoroz 67-94

No shocking result in a game when eighth ranked Portoroz (9-11) smashed on the road 10th ranked Medvode (5-15) 94-67 on Saturday. The guests trailed by 7 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 5-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 94-67. Portoroz shot 60.9 percent from the field. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Tim Skerbec (200-1993) stepped up and scored 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and point guard Andraz Rogelja (189-1995, agency: PEPI SPORT) chipped in 17 points and 4 assists. Four Portoroz players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Martin Skrlec (-2000) with 21 points and 6 rebounds and Serbian Milutin Vidic (-2004) scored 11 points and 9 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. Portoroz moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Litija. Medvode lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 15 games lost. Portoroz will meet at home higher ranked Jezica (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Medvode will play against Jance (#3) in Ljubljana and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Portoroz: T.Skerbec 18+8reb+4ast, A.Rogelja 17+4ast, A.Cveticanin 13+1reb+1ast, K.Martin 10+4reb, K.Luka 10+3ast, A.Kavgic 7+5reb
Medvode: M.Skrlec 21+6reb, V.Milutin 11+3reb+9ast, B.Jaka 10+3reb+1ast, Z.Kobal 9+1reb, J.Ribnikar 6+4reb+1ast, Z.Zepic 5+4reb+2ast

Celje - Triglav 58-72

Leader Triglav delivered the seventeenth victory. This time they beat 12th ranked Celje (2-18) 72-58. The game was mostly controlled by Triglav. Celje was better in third quarter 24-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Celje to just 6 points in fourth quarter. Triglav forced 21 Celje turnovers. It was a good game for center Uros Sikanic (201-2001) who led his team to a victory with 20 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Jan Macek (194-2001, agency: PEPI SPORT) contributed with 19 points for the winners. Center Nejc Buda (211-1991) answered with 13 points and 9 rebounds and American point guard Josh Thompson (183-1996, college: Ball St., agency: Interperformances) added 5 points, 9 assists and 4 steals in the effort for Celje. Celje's coach Vladimir Rizman let to play ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Triglav have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 17-3 record. Celje at the other side stay dead last with 18 lost games. Triglav will play against Slovan (#4) in Ljubljana in the next round. Celje will play on the road against Nova Gorica (#9) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Triglav: U.Sikanic 20+7reb+3ast, J.Macek 19+3reb+3ast, P.Dominik 9+4reb+1ast, J.Dornik 8+6reb+4ast, J.Val 6+1reb+1ast, J.Bavdek 6+2reb+4ast
Celje: N.Buda 13+9reb, O.Nejc 12+4reb+1ast, G.Sevsek 9+4reb+1ast, I.Blaz 6+1ast, N.Koprivica 6+5reb+1ast, J.Thompson 5+3reb+9ast

Sezana - Litija 86-65

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 7th ranked Litija's (9-11) road loss to sixth ranked Sezana (13-7) 65-86 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Sezana. Litija managed to win third quarter 19-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Litija 46-35 including 34 on the defensive glass. Sezana looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Sezana made 8 blocks. Point guard Jost Flerin (195-2003) stepped up with a triple-double by scoring 11 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists for the winners and guard Adrian Hirschmann (190-2000) chipped in 30 points. Four Sezana players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was guard Luka Novak (189-1989) with 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Aleksander Hocevar (198-2003) scored 19 points and 9 rebounds. Sezana have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Jezica. Loser Litija keeps the seventh position with 11 games lost. They share it with Portoroz. Sezana will meet at home league's second-placed Troti in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Litija will play against Postojna (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sezana: A.Hirschmann 30+2reb+3ast, M.Benic 15+7reb+2ast, F.Jost 11+16reb+10ast, M.Filip 10+5reb+5ast, M.Radanovic 7+8reb+1ast, Z.Kukanja 7+6reb
Litija: H.Aleksander 19+9reb+1ast, L.Novak 18+7reb+4ast, K.Vito 12+4reb, U.Zadnik 8+5reb+6ast, G.Klobcar 5+2reb, D.Pusic 3+3reb+5ast

Troti - Jezica 83-62

The game in Troti supposed to be also quite interesting. 4th placed Jezica (13-7) played at the court of fifth ranked Troti (14-6). Troti smashed Jezica 83-62 on Sunday. It was a key game for the second position in the league. The game without a history. Troti led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Jezica to just 7 points in fourth quarter. Troti forced 19 Jezica turnovers. Guard Jure Prus (184-1996, college: Northwood) stepped up and scored 13 points and 6 assists for the winners and forward Nik Rebersak (195-2000) chipped in 19 points. The best for the losing side was the former international point guard Aljaz Bratec (192-1998) with 17 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Matic Vesel (206-1998, college: Illinois) scored 10 points, 7 rebounds and 4 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. Troti moved-up to second place, which they share with Slovan and Jance. Newly promoted Jezica dropped to the fifth position with seven games lost. They share it with Sezana. Troti will meet Sezana (#6) on the road in the next round. Jezica will play against Portoroz and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Troti: N.Rebersak 19+4reb, Z.Rok 17+1ast, J.Prus 13+4reb+6ast, K.Aljaz 10+3reb+1ast, B.Janezic 9+8reb+2ast, R.Vidrih 6+8reb+1ast
Jezica: A.Bratec 17+7reb+4ast, M.Vesel 10+7reb+4ast, Z.Alen 9+3reb+2ast, L.Nejc 7+2reb+1ast, D.Anze 7+2reb+1ast, L.Ferjancic 6+2reb

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Stats Leaders-LEB Silver

Stats Leaders

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APG

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Kedar N''Kosi SALAM

Tobarra
(191-G-1994)
Avg: 28.3

28.3

27.8

21.8

21.2

20.9

Tomas Satoransky claims Spanish Liga Endesa Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Experienced Czech Republic Tomas Satoransky (201-PG-1991, agency: Octagon Europe) put on an amazing game in the last round for league's second-best Barca and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 22.
The 31-year old playmaker had the game-high 19 points adding five assists for Barca in his team's victory, helping them to crush Manresa (#17, 4-17) with 21-point margin 93-72. Barca maintains the 2nd position in Spanish Liga Endesa. They are still close to the very top. Barca would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 18-4 record. It was one of impressive evenings for Satoransky as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Tomas Satoransky averages this season 7.0ppg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Croatian center Ante Tomic (217-C-1987, agency: Octagon Europe) of Joventut. Tomic impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 17 points and 10 rebounds. Bad luck as Joventut lost that game 68-85 to slightly higher-ranked Tenerife (#4, 15-6). Joventut managed to keep the same 5th spot in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 14-8 record is not bad and everything may still change. Tomic is one of the most experienced players at Joventut and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 14.0ppg (#9). His other stats are also decent: 6.2rpg and 3.2apg.

The third best performed player last round was American Kameron Taylor (198-G/F-1994) of Girona (#13). Taylor scored 22 points and grabbed nine rebounds. Despite Taylor's great performance Girona lost 75-79 to the higher-ranked Valencia (#8, 12-10). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Taylor has individually a great season in Spain. After 22 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 14.6ppg (7th best). He also has FGP: 56.6% and 3PT: 41.9%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Kassius Robertson (190-G-1994) of Obradoiro - 28 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Ethan Happ (208-C/F-1996) of Rio Breogan - 17 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Giorgi Shermadini (217-C-1989) of Tenerife - 19 points and 7 rebounds
7. Travis Trice II (183-PG-1993) of Murcia - 21 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Kendrick Perry (183-PG-1992) of Unicaja - 18 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists
9. Thomas Scrubb (199-SF-1991) of Obradoiro - 15 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Guillem Vives (192-G-1993) of Joventut - 14 points and 6 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)

LEB Gold Round 23: Estudiantes are defeated by Almansa - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game between third ranked Estudiantes (16-7) and thirteenth ranked Almansa (7-16) was the most important one in the last round on Sunday night. Estudiantes was edged by Almansa in a tough game in Madrid 75-78. It was a great evening for Bosnian forward Lazar Mutic (204-1999) who led his team to a victory scoring 17 points and 5 rebounds. Jaime Fernandez (208-2000) helped adding 14 points. Latvian point guard Toms Leimanis (190-1994) responded with 21 points. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Almansa moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Ourense. Estudiantes at the other side keeps the third position with seven games lost. They share it with Lleida and Coruna. Almansa is looking forward to face higher ranked Coruna (#4) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Estudiantes will play against Oviedo and is hoping to win this game.
LEB Gold top team - Palencia (21-3) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat eighth ranked Gipuzkoa (13-10) 85-74. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Gipuzkoa. It was a quality performance for American forward Tanner McGrew (203-1993, college: WVWC) who led the winners and scored 15 points and 8 rebounds. German Martinez accounted for 12 points and 5 assists. Guard Xavi Oroz (192-1996) came up with 12 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists for Gipuzkoa in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Newly promoted Palencia maintains first place with 21-3 record, which they share with Andorra. Gipuzkoa at the other side dropped to the ninth position with ten games lost. Palencia will play against Castello (#11) in Castellon in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Gipuzkoa will play at home against Burgos and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Coruna supposed to be also quite interesting. 5th ranked Valladolid (15-8) played at the court of sixth ranked Coruna (16-7). Coruna smashed Valladolid 102-71 on Friday. The best player for the winners was Yunio Barrueta who scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. Melwin Pantzar produced 20 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals 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. Coruna have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Estudiantes and Lleida. Loser Valladolid dropped to the sixth position with eight games lost. Coruna will meet Almansa (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Valladolid will play against Melilla (#18) and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 23: bottom-ranked Melilla was destroyed by Ourense on the opponent's court 74-54. Lleida managed to outperform Oviedo in a home game 76-65. Alicante managed to beat Iraurgi SB on the road 70-68. Burgos was crushed by Andorra on its own court 73-95. Castello beat Caceres in Castellon 61-58. Albacete lost to Cantabria at home 74-80.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 23 points and 9 rebounds by Mirza Bulic of Cantabria.

Ourense - Melilla 74-54

Very expected game when 18th ranked Melilla (4-19) was crushed on the road by thirteenth ranked Ourense (7-16) 74-54 on Saturday. Strangely Melilla outrebounded Ourense 47-35 including 17 on the offensive glass. The best player for the winners was guard Jose Urtasun (186) who scored 20 points. Bosnian Fahrudin Manjgafic (207-1997) chipped in 12 points and 5 rebounds. Senegalese center Bamba Fall (215-1986, college: SMU, agency: Players Group) produced 9 points and 11 rebounds and power forward Samuel Rodriguez (202-1997) added 9 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Ourense moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Almansa. Melilla lost tenth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 19 games lost. Ourense will meet Albacete (#16) on the road in the next round. Melilla will play against Valladolid and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Melilla: B.Fall 9+11reb, S.Rodriguez 9+8reb+2ast, S.Jarumbauskas 8+8reb, T.Davis 7+7reb+3ast, R.Pablo 5+2reb+1ast, A.Thompson 4+4reb
Ourense: U.Jose 20+1reb+3ast, F.Manjgafic 12+5reb+1ast, F.Pilepic 9+1reb+1ast, S.Gjuroski 9+3reb+1ast, K.Kuath 8+8reb+1ast, C.Williams 7+2reb+3ast

Coruna - Valladolid 102-71

The game in Coruna supposed to be also quite interesting. 5th ranked Valladolid (15-8) played at the court of sixth ranked Coruna (16-7). Coruna smashed Valladolid 102-71 on Friday. Coruna made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was American-Cuban swingman Yunio Barrueta (196-1993, college: Barry, agency: BIG) who scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. Nigerian-American power forward Lotanna Nwogbo (205-1993, college: Longwood) chipped in 17 points (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Four Coruna players scored in double figures. Swedish point guard Melwin Pantzar (190-2000) produced 20 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and American center Kevin Allen (209-1994, college: Emporia St., agency: Players Group) added 7 points and 10 rebounds 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. Coruna have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Estudiantes and Lleida. Loser Valladolid dropped to the sixth position with eight games lost. Coruna will meet Almansa (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Valladolid will play against Melilla (#18) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Valladolid: M.Pantzar 20+6reb+5ast, M.Torres Cuevas 13+1ast, G.Gantt 8+2reb+2ast, K.Allen 7+10reb+2ast, J.Puidet 5+3ast, A.Mazaira 5
Coruna: Y.Barrueta 18+5reb+1ast, L.Nwogbo 17+2reb+2ast, J.Vega 13+3reb+1ast, A.Font 11+2ast, G.Filipovic 10+3reb+6ast, A.Diagne 8+3reb

Estudiantes - Almansa 75-78

The game between third ranked Estudiantes (16-7) and thirteenth ranked Almansa (7-16) was the most important one in the last round on Sunday night. Estudiantes was edged by Almansa in a tough game in Madrid 75-78. It was a great evening for Bosnian forward Lazar Mutic (204-1999) who led his team to a victory scoring 17 points and 5 rebounds. Jaime Fernandez (208-2000) helped adding 14 points. Four Almansa players scored in double figures. Latvian point guard Toms Leimanis (190-1994) responded with 21 points and American guard Mark Hughes (193-1997, college: Wright St.) scored 13 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Almansa moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Ourense. Estudiantes at the other side keeps the third position with seven games lost. They share it with Lleida and Coruna. Almansa is looking forward to face higher ranked Coruna (#4) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Estudiantes will play against Oviedo and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Estudiantes: T.Leimanis 21+2reb+3ast, M.Hughes 13+5reb+3ast, P.Jorgensen 9+5reb+2ast, K.Larsen 9+1reb+1ast, D.Ruben 8+1reb+1ast, H.Alderete 6+5reb
Almansa: L.Mutic 17+5reb, J.Fernandez 14+4reb+1ast, L.Smith 13+2reb, M.Ogunsipe 10+8reb, D.Mateo 8+3reb+4ast, E.Martinez 7+2reb

Lleida - Oviedo 76-65

Very predictable result when sixth ranked Lleida (16-7) defeated at home 12th ranked Oviedo (6-17) 76-65 on Friday. They outrebounded Oviedo 43-32 including 31 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was Venezuelan forward Michael Carrera (196-1993, college: S.Carolina, agency: BIG) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds. American-Ivorian power forward Amadou Sidibe (203-1994, college: Fairfield, agency: Players Group) chipped in 6 points and 11 rebounds. Lleida's coach Gerard Encuentra used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. American forward Clevon Brown (203-1998, college: FIU) produced 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks and Marc Marti (204-1997) added 14 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Four Oviedo players scored in double figures. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Lleida. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Estudiantes and Coruna. Loser Oviedo dropped to the fourteenth position with 17 games lost. They share it with Caceres. Lleida will meet Alicante (#8) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Oviedo will play against Estudiantes (#5) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Oviedo: C.Brown 16+7reb, M.Marti 14+6reb+2ast, T.Thorbjarnarson 11+1reb+1ast, J.Gonzalez 10+2reb+1ast, O.Arteaga 6+7reb+3ast, P.Marc 3+2reb+3ast
Lleida: M.Carrera 26+11reb+3ast, A.Urtasun 10+2reb+1ast, D.Brito 8+6reb+3ast, J.Ignacio Marcos 8+1reb+4ast, A.Sidibe 6+11reb+2ast, J.Lobo 5+2reb+1ast

Iraurgi SB - Alicante 68-70

Not a big story in a game in Azpeitia where 16th ranked Iraurgi SB (5-18) was edged by eighth ranked Alicante (14-9) 70-68 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was Danish forward Sylvester Berg (201-1998) who had a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds. American swingman Delaney Blaylock (196-1997, college: Lewis) chipped in 19 points. Alicante's coach Rafael Monclova used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Forward Manex Ansorregui (194-2002) produced 19 points and 5 rebounds and Dutch forward Kai Edwards (206-1997, college: N.Colorado) added 10 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Alicante moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Burgos. Loser Iraurgi SB keeps the sixteenth position with 18 games lost. They share it with Albacete. Alicante will meet at home higher ranked Lleida (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Iraurgi SB will play against the league's second-placed Andorra (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Iraurgi SB: A.Manex 19+5reb+1ast, N.Hoover 18+2ast, K.Edwards 10+8reb+2ast, D.Van Eyck 7+5reb+1ast, B.Hevia 5+2reb+2ast, B.Njie 4+3reb+4ast
Alicante: D.Blaylock 19+4reb+1ast, S.Berg 13+11reb+3ast, E.Gatell 10+3reb+2ast, S.McDonnell 8+3reb, A.Chapela 7+2reb+5ast, O.Matulionis 6+3reb

Burgos - Andorra 73-95

Everything went according to plan when second ranked Andorra (21-3) outscored on the road 7th ranked Burgos (14-9) 95-73 on Saturday. Andorra shot the lights out from three sinking 17 long-distance shots on high 60.7 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Swedish guard Tobias Borg (184-1993) who scored 24 points. Serbian Mihajlo Andric (201-1994, agency: BeoBasket) chipped in 17 points and 4 assists. Four Andorra players scored in double figures. Slovenian point guard Luka Rupnik (186-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) produced 22 points and 4 assists and Argentinian forward Gonzalo Corbalan (193-2002, college: LCU) added 18 points respectively for the hosts. 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. The victory was the third consecutive win for Andorra. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Palencia. Loser Burgos keeps the seventh place with nine games lost. They share the position with Alicante. Andorra will meet at home Iraurgi SB (#17) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Burgos will play against Gipuzkoa (#9) in San Sebastian and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Burgos: L.Rupnik 22+2reb+4ast, G.Corbalan 18+4reb, M.Kacinas 10+1reb+2ast, R.Mahalbasic 6+6reb+3ast, K.Thomas 6+1reb, J.van Zegeren 5+1reb+1ast
Andorra: T.Borg 24+1reb+1ast, M.Andric 17+1reb+4ast, J.Dee 16+1reb+3ast, F.Dos Anjos 11+10reb, T.Schreiner 8+2reb+1ast, R.Luz 7+5reb+9ast

Palencia - Gipuzkoa 85-74

LEB Gold top team - Palencia (21-3) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat eighth ranked Gipuzkoa (13-10) 85-74. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Gipuzkoa. It was a quality performance for American forward Tanner McGrew (203-1993, college: WVWC) who led the winners and scored 15 points and 8 rebounds. Guard German Martinez (189-1998) accounted for 12 points and 5 assists for the winning side. Five Palencia players scored in double figures. Guard Xavi Oroz (192-1996) came up with 12 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists and American-Italian guard Adam Sollazzo (198-1990, college: ETSU) added 17 points respectively for Gipuzkoa in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Newly promoted Palencia maintains first place with 21-3 record, which they share with Andorra. Gipuzkoa at the other side dropped to the ninth position with ten games lost. Palencia will play against Castello (#11) in Castellon in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Gipuzkoa will play at home against Burgos and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Gipuzkoa: A.Sollazzo 17+4reb+1ast, X.Oroz 12+7reb+7ast, J.Jaworski 11+2reb, M.Carlson 8+4reb+1ast, R.Nurger 7+4reb+1ast, M.Delas 6+1reb
Palencia: T.McGrew 15+8reb+2ast, A.Wintering 12+2reb+2ast, D.Schmidt 12+2reb+2ast, M.Rodriguez 12+1reb, G.Martinez 12+2reb+5ast, M.Kamba 11+3reb

Caceres - Castello 58-61

There was no surprise when 14th ranked Caceres (6-17) was edged at home by eleventh ranked Castello (10-13) 61-58 on Friday. Castello had a 35-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was American forward Eric Stutz (203-1992, college: EKU) who scored 23 points and 7 rebounds. His fellow American import Jalen Nesbitt (198, college: UNF, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 6 points and 7 rebounds. Haitian-Canadian forward Kevin Bercy (201-1994, college: St.Francis X.) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 15 rebounds and American guard Kenny Hasbrouck (191-1986, college: Siena) added 9 points and 6 steals respectively for the hosts. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Castello maintains eleventh place with 10-13 record. Caceres lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the fourteenth position with 17 games lost. They share it with Oviedo. Castello will meet at home league's leader Palencia in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Caceres will play against Cantabria (#10) in Torrelavega and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Caceres: K.Bercy 12+15reb, S.Borovnjak 11+1reb+1ast, K.Vasileiadis 11+2reb+1ast, K.Hasbrouck 9+3reb+3ast, V.Cepukaitis 6+4reb, L.Bracey 5+1reb+2ast
Castello: E.Stutz 23+7reb, D.Hook 10+3reb, E.Alley 9+4reb+1ast, X.Rey 6+5reb+2ast, J.Nesbitt 6+7reb+1ast, J.Bilbao 2+3reb

Albacete - Cantabria 74-80

No shocking result in a game when tenth ranked Cantabria (12-11) won against on the road 16th ranked Albacete (5-18) 80-74 on Saturday. Cantabria made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was Bosnian Mirza Bulic (207-1992) who scored 23 points and 9 rebounds. American forward John Harrar (205-1999, college: Penn St.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds. Four Cantabria players scored in double figures. Point guard Guillem Ferrando (186-2002) produced 23 points and 4 assists and forward Ivan Aurrecoechea (204-1995, college: NM State) added 19 points respectively for the hosts. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Cantabria. Newly promoted Cantabria maintains tenth place with 12-11 record. Albacete lost their fourth game in a row. Albacete at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the sixteenth position with 18 games lost. They share it with Iraurgi SB. Cantabria will meet at home Caceres (#14) in the next round. Albacete will play against Ourense and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Albacete: F.Guillem 23+2reb+4ast, I.Aurrecoechea 19+3reb+1ast, J.Santana 8+4reb, G.Blat 8+4reb+5ast, R.Raitanen 5+3reb+1ast, V.Moreno 5
Cantabria: M.Bulic 23+9reb+3ast, J.Harrar 19+10reb+2ast, W.Cabral 10+6reb+1ast, D.Pena 10+1ast, A.Sans 8+1reb+7ast, A.Palazuelos 8+2reb

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SWEDEN

Stats Leaders - BasketEttan

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Dragan DAMJANOVIC

Sloga
(203-F-1988)
Avg: 25.3

25.3

24.9

24.3

24.0

21.9

Christopher McKnight gets MVP of the Week award for Swedish Basketligan - by Eurobasket News

Experienced American Christopher McKnight (201-PF-1987) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for league's leader Boras and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 33.
The 35-year old power forward had the game-high 22 points adding seven rebounds for Boras in his team's victory, helping them to outclass Uppsala (#9, 11-17) with 30-point margin 93-63. It allowed Boras to consolidate first place in the Swedish Basketligan. Boras have a solid 25-3 record. In the team's last game McKnight had a remarkable 81.8% from 2-point range. He turned to be Boras' top player in his first season with the team. Christopher McKnight averages this season 13.3ppg and 6.6rpg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American forward Bryan Jefferson (201-F-1994) of Umea. Jefferson impressed basketball fans with 28 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists. Bad luck as Umea lost that game 79-97 to slightly higher-ranked BC Lulea (#4, 17-12). This loss caused Umea to drop to 5th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 16-12 record is not bad and everything may still change. Jefferson is a newcomer at Umea and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.1ppg (#2). He also registered 6.7 boards per game.

The third best performed player last round was another Boras' star - American Bodie Hume (201-G). Hume scored 27 points and grabbed eight rebounds. He was another key player of Boras, helping his team with a 93-63 easy win against the lower-ranked Uppsala (#9, 11-17). Boras confirms their top position in the standings. Hume has a very solid season. In 28 games in Sweden he scored 14.3ppg. He also has 5.5rpg, 1.1bpg, FGP: 58.0% and 3PT: 40.7%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Ludvig Johansson (185-SG-1998) of Boras - 20 points, 3 rebounds and 8 assists
5. Jonatan Arvidsson (184-PG-1998) of BC Lulea - 24 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Tobias Sjoberg (205-C-1997) of Kalmar - 14 points and 14 rebounds
7. Michael Gilmore (208-F-1995) of BC Lulea - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
8. KeShawn Curry (195-G-1998) of Koping Stars - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists
9. Mathew Mazique (194-F-1998) of Fryshuset - 18 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Lazar Radosavljevic (204-PF-1991) of Sodertalje - 20 points and 8 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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SWITZERLAND

Stats Leaders - LNB

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Francis TORREBORRE

Wint.
(184-PG-1993)
Avg: 24.4

24.4

22.2

17.9

16.7

16.4

Malik Johnson gets MVP of the Week award for Swiss SBL (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American Malik Johnson (178-PG-1997) put on an amazing game in the last round for Vevey Riviera and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 22.
The 25-year old playmaker got a double-double of 18 points and sixteen assists, while his team outclassed Swiss Central (#11, 2-19) with 27-point margin 93-66. Vevey Riviera maintains the 3rd position in Swiss SBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Vevey Riviera will need more victories to improve their 15-5 record. In the team's last game Johnson had a remarkable 58.3% from 2-point range. He turned to be Vevey Riviera's top player in his first season with the team. Canisius College graduate has very impressive stats this year. Johnson is in league's top in assists (2nd best: 11.7apg) and averages solid 55.6% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American guard Jay Jay Chandler III (193-G-1998) of Monthey. Chandler III impressed basketball fans with 23 points and 6 rebounds. It was enough for Monthey to edge slightly higher-ranked Lugano (#6, 10-11) by 5 points 78-73. Monthey's 7th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 9-12 record. Chandler III is a newcomer at Monthey and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 18.5ppg (#8). His other stats are also decent: 6.2rpg and 3.8apg.

The third best performed player last round was American Isaiah Ross (193-G/F-1996) of Lugano (#6). Ross scored 20 points. Despite Ross' great performance Lugano lost 73-78 to slightly lower-ranked Monthey (#7, 9-12). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Ross has a great season in Switzerland. After 17 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 21.4ppg (3rd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Colin Dougherty (193-G-1996) of Nyon - 26 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Davonta Jordan (188-G-1997) of Fribourg - 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists
6. DeVante Brooks (198-PF) of Nyon - 19 points and 9 rebounds
7. Axel Louissaint (197-G/F-1996) of Vevey Riviera - 20 points and 3 rebounds
8. Marvin Nesbitt Jr. (193-SF-1998) of Boncourt - 17 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Justyn Hamilton (211-C-1999) of Lugano - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Stan Leemans (203-C-1992) of Swiss Central - 15 points and 4 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)

NLB Round 20: Top-ranked Pully wins another game - by Eurobasket News

There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in NLB. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

NLB top team - Pully (20-0) had no problems winning another game on Sunday. This time they crushed eleventh ranked Grand-Saconnex (4-15) in Geneve 103-55. Pully dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Grand-Saconnex's 26. Pully forced 34 Grand-Saconnex turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Grand-Saconnex's players. 27 personal fouls committed by Grand-Saconnex helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American forward Zeke Crawford (201-1999, college: Lewis & Clark) orchestrated the victory by scoring 19 points and 7 rebounds. point guard Jamal George (194-2002) contributed with 15 points for the winners. Forward Scott Margot (192-1997) replied with 15 points for Grand-Saconnex. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Undefeated Pully have an impressive 20-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 20-0 record. Newly promoted Grand-Saconnex keeps the eleventh place with 15 games lost. Pully are looking forward to face Morges-Saint-Prex (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Grand-Saconnex will play against Levaux (#10) in Vevey and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Fribourg supposed to be also worth to mention about. Seventh ranked Wallabies (11-9) played at the court of 8th ranked Academie Fribourg (9-9). Wallabies smashed Academie Fribourg 79-50. Worth to mention a great performance of French power forward Michel Bakekolo (205-2001) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points and 17 rebounds and Christopher Miller who added 24 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Serbian center Petar Tomic (208-2002) responded with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. 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. Wallabies have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place. Academie Fribourg lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with nine games lost. Wallabies will play against higher ranked CNBS (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Academie Fribourg will play against Baeren in Basel and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Ninth-ranked Villars (7-13) were very close to win a game against fifth ranked CNBS (11-8) on Friday. CNBS managed to secure only two-point victory 72-70. However their fans expected much easier game. The winners were led by Liban Nuux who scored that evening 29 points and 8 rebounds. Even a double-double of 27 points, 21 rebounds and 6 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) by Mansour Kasse did not help to save the game for Villars. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. CNBS maintains fifth position with 11-8 record. Villars at the other side keep the ninth place with 13 games lost. CNBS will meet Wallabies (#6) in the next round. Villars will play against Bernex in Geneve and hope to secure a win.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 20: Winterthur was smashed by Morges-Saint-Prex on the road 92-46. Bottom-ranked Baeren lost to Bernex on its own court 77-92. Levaux unfortunately lost to GC Zurich in a road game 58-74.
The most impressive performance of 20th round was 20 points and 16 rebounds by Davie Champagnie of Levaux.

CNBS - Villars 72-70

Ninth-ranked Villars (7-13) were very close to win a game against fifth ranked CNBS (11-8) on Friday. CNBS managed to secure only two-point victory 72-70. However their fans expected much easier game. CNBS forced 22 Villars turnovers. Strangely Villars outrebounded CNBS 40-21 including a 30-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. The winners were led by swingman Liban Nuux (192-2006) who scored that evening 29 points and 8 rebounds and the former international guard David Vuckovic (200-2004) supported him with 10 points and 6 rebounds. Four CNBS players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 27 points, 21 rebounds and 6 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) by Senegalese center Mansour Kasse (208-1992) did not help to save the game for Villars. The former international point guard Lucas Pythoud (175-1993) added 17 points for the guests. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. CNBS maintains fifth position with 11-8 record. Villars at the other side keep the ninth place with 13 games lost. CNBS will meet Wallabies (#6) in the next round. Villars will play against Bernex in Geneve and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
CNBS: N.Liban 29+8reb+3ast, N.Andrin 14+2reb, P.Riccardo 11+1reb, V.David 10+6reb+2ast, R.Nilan 4+2reb+5ast, Z.Florian 3+1reb+1ast
Villars: M.Kasse 27+21reb+6ast, L.Pythoud 17+2reb+3ast, L.De Gottrau 14+3reb, A.Medolago 3, B.Gredy 3+1reb, D.Loic 2+3reb+1ast

Grand-Saconnex - Pully 55-103

NLB top team - Pully (20-0) had no problems winning another game on Sunday. This time they crushed eleventh ranked Grand-Saconnex (4-15) in Geneve 103-55. Pully dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Grand-Saconnex's 26. Pully forced 34 Grand-Saconnex turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Grand-Saconnex's players. 27 personal fouls committed by Grand-Saconnex helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American forward Zeke Crawford (201-1999, college: Lewis & Clark) orchestrated the victory by scoring 19 points and 7 rebounds. Point guard Jamal George (194-2002) contributed with 15 points for the winners. Crawford is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Pully players scored in double figures. Forward Scott Margot (192-1997) replied with 15 points and Italian swingman Hakim Charfi (190-2002) added 7 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Grand-Saconnex. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Pully have an impressive 20-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 20-0 record. Newly promoted Grand-Saconnex keeps the eleventh place with 15 games lost. Pully are looking forward to face Morges-Saint-Prex (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Grand-Saconnex will play against Levaux (#10) in Vevey and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Pully: Z.Crawford 19+7reb+3ast, G.Jamal 15+3reb+3ast, A.Mawuli-Kplim 13+2reb+4ast, W.Julien 10+1reb+1ast, A.Hart 10+4reb+3ast, N.Moke 10+1reb
Grand-Saconnex: S.Margot 15+4reb+1ast, S.Maxime 7+2ast, G.Kerem 7+1ast, C.Hakim 7+7reb, R.Joshua 4+5reb+1ast, L.Augustin 4+1ast

Morges-Saint-Prex - Winterthur 92-46

No shocking result in a game when third ranked Morges-Saint-Prex (14-6) crushed at home 6th ranked Winterthur (10-10) 92-46 on Saturday. Morges-Saint-Prex forced 19 Winterthur turnovers and outrebounded them 49-24 including a 34-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Morges-Saint-Prex looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Winterthur's players. The winners were led by American center Larry Slaughter (203-1992, college: Montevallo) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 16 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists and swingman Stefano Mobilia (195-2000) supported him with 17 points and 6 rebounds. Morges-Saint-Prex's coach Michel Perrin felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 12 points by guard Malcolm Amsler (192-2004) did not help to save the game for Winterthur. American guard KaeRon Baker (188, college: LCU) added 14 points and 5 steals for the guests. Morges-Saint-Prex have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with GC Zurich. Newly promoted Winterthur dropped to the seventh position with ten games lost. Morges-Saint-Prex will meet at home league's leader Pully in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Winterthur will play against the league's second-placed GC Zurich (#2) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Morges-Saint-Prex: C.Loris 17+1reb+2ast, S.Mobilia 17+6reb, L.Slaughter 16+15reb+5ast, M.Tall 15+3reb+2ast, V.Desponds 9+5reb+6ast, R.Luis 9+9reb+4ast
Winterthur: K.Baker 14+1reb+2ast, A.Malcolm 12+3reb+2ast, S.Hungerbuhler 6+9reb+1ast, F.Benjamin 4+2ast, C.Ben 4+1reb, S.Matteo 4+7reb+2ast

Baeren - Bernex 77-92

Very expected game when 12th ranked Baeren (1-19) lost to fifth ranked Bernex (11-7) in Basel 77-92 on Saturday. Bernex dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Baeren's 32. Bernex forced 22 Baeren turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The winners were led by guard Guillaume Bourgeois (186-1998) who scored that evening 23 points, 7 assists and 5 steals and guard Achille Adelantado (180-2001) supported him with 16 points and 8 assists. Bernex's coach Michel Halkoutsakis used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 24 points and 4 assists by guard Claudio Seabra (181-1998) did not help to save the game for Baeren. American forward Davidek Herron (198-1980) added 9 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists for the hosts. Bernex moved-up to fourth place. Baeren lost fifteenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 19 lost games. Bernex will meet at home Villars (#9) in the next round where they are favorite. Baeren will play against Academie Fribourg and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Bernex: G.Bourgeois 23+2reb+7ast, M.Gregory 17+6reb+4ast, A.Achille 16+3reb+8ast, Z.Alexandre 10+4reb, B.Adrien 9, C.Ouedraogo 8+5reb+1ast
Baeren: S.Claudio 24+4reb+4ast, E.Yohannes 15+3ast, L.Stocker 13+4reb+4ast, D.Herron 9+14reb+5ast, D.Eddie 7+3reb+1ast, P.Filip 5+1reb+1ast

Acad.Fribourg - Wallabies 50-79

The game in Fribourg supposed to be also worth to mention about. Seventh ranked Wallabies (11-9) played at the court of 8th ranked Academie Fribourg (9-9). Wallabies smashed Academie Fribourg 79-50. Wallabies forced 20 Academie Fribourg turnovers and outrebounded them 48-35 including a 37-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of French power forward Michel Bakekolo (205-2001) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points and 17 rebounds and American guard Christopher Miller (192-1993, college: Salem) who added 24 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Serbian center Petar Tomic (208-2002) responded with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds and forward Axel Tshimini (198-2000) scored 13 points. 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. Wallabies have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place. Academie Fribourg lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with nine games lost. Wallabies will play against higher ranked CNBS (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Academie Fribourg will play against Baeren in Basel and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Wallabies: C.Miller 24+5reb+3ast, B.Michel 17+17reb+1ast, M.Dixson 15+14reb, M.Ryan 5+3reb, D.Togninalli 5+3reb+5ast, P.Dario 4+2ast
Acad.Fribourg: T.Axel 13+4reb, T.Petar 12+10reb+1ast, L.Alois 8+3reb+2ast, B.Youssef Skander 4+4reb+1ast, T.Algan 4+6reb, A.Solca 4+2reb+1ast

GC Zurich - Levaux 74-58

Very predictable result when third ranked GC Zurich (14-6) won against at home 10th ranked Levaux (5-15) 74-58 on Sunday. GC Zurich forced 31 Levaux turnovers. Strangely Levaux outrebounded GC Zurich 31-17 including 23 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by forward Andrea Mausli (194-2000) who scored that evening 16 points and 5 rebounds and Nicolas Hulliger (194-2001) supported him with 13 points and 4 steals. Four GC Zurich players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 20 points and 16 rebounds by American power forward Davie Champagnie (206-1990, college: UT Southern) did not help to save the game for Levaux. Guard Alexandre Ghorayeb (172-2001) added 19 points for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. GC Zurich have an impressive six-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Morges-Saint-Prex. Levaux lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 15 games lost. GC Zurich will meet Winterthur (#7) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Levaux will play against Grand-Saconnex and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
GC Zurich: A.Mausli 16+5reb+2ast, N.Hulliger 13+3reb+3ast, J.Erard 11, W.Nils 10+2reb+1ast, N.Dohnke 7+2reb+2ast, M.Gull 6+2ast
Levaux: D.Champagnie 20+16reb+2ast, G.Alexandre 19+1reb, M.Eric 7+5reb+1ast, N.N'Deurbelaou 3+1ast, G.Paul 2+2reb, E.Atcho 2+5reb

U18 League Round 10: Academie Frib. hand first loss to undefeated Vevey - by Eurobasket News

There are only two more rounds left in the Second Stage in U18 League. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most surprising game was the first loss of undefeated Vevey (8-1) in Fribourg on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by sixth ranked Academie Frib. (3-6) 67-59. It ended at the same time the 17-game winning streak of Vevey. Academie Frib. maintains sixth position with 3-6 record, which they share with Swiss Central and Nyon. Vevey at the other side still keeps top place with one game lost. Academie Frib. is looking forward to face higher ranked Red Devils (#3) in Morges in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Vevey will play at home against Wildcats and is hoping to win this game.
An interesting game for Bernex (7-2) which hosted in Geneve 4th ranked Tigers (5-5). Second ranked Bernex managed to get a 7-point victory 91-84. Bernex maintains second position with 7-2 record despite having the same number of points like the leader Vevey, which they share with 3 other teams. Defending champion Tigers keep the fourth place with five games lost. They share the position with Massagno. Bernex's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Geneve to the arena Geneve.
The game in Zurich supposed to be also quite interesting. Third ranked Red Devils (7-2) played at the court of 8th ranked Wildcats (1-8). Red Devils smashed Wildcats 85-58 on Sunday. Red Devils have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Wildcats lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with eight games lost. They share it with Union Neuchatel. Red Devils will meet at home Academie Frib. (#6) in the next round. Wildcats will play against the league's leader Vevey and hope to win that game.

Other games in round 10 were not that significant. Pully smashed Geneve on the road 93-50. Mendrisiotto won against Blonay on its own court 56-44. Massagno managed to outperform Swiss Central in a road game 61-53.

Academie Frib. - Vevey 67-59

The most surprising game was the first loss of undefeated Vevey (8-1) in Fribourg on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by sixth ranked Academie Frib. (3-6) 67-59. It ended at the same time the 17-game winning streak of Vevey. Academie Frib. maintains sixth position with 3-6 record, which they share with Swiss Central and Nyon. Vevey at the other side still keeps top place with one game lost. Academie Frib. is looking forward to face higher ranked Red Devils (#3) in Morges in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Vevey will play at home against Wildcats and is hoping to win this game.

Zurich W. - Morges 58-85

The game in Zurich supposed to be also quite interesting. Third ranked Red Devils (7-2) played at the court of 8th ranked Wildcats (1-8). Red Devils smashed Wildcats 85-58 on Sunday. Red Devils have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Wildcats lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with eight games lost. They share it with Union Neuchatel. Red Devils will meet at home Academie Frib. (#6) in the next round. Wildcats will play against the league's leader Vevey and hope to win that game.

Bernex - Lugano Tigers 91-84

An interesting game for Bernex (7-2) which hosted in Geneve 4th ranked Tigers (5-5). Second ranked Bernex managed to get a 7-point victory 91-84. Bernex maintains second position with 7-2 record despite having the same number of points like the leader Vevey, which they share with 3 other teams. Defending champion Tigers keep the fourth place with five games lost. They share the position with Massagno. Bernex's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Geneve to the arena Geneve.

Geneve - Pully 50-93

No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Foxes (4-5) crushed on the road 7th ranked Geneve (1-7) 93-50 on Sunday. Foxes have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 4-5 record. Geneve lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with seven games lost. Foxes will meet at home higher ranked Tigers (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Geneve's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Geneve Bernex.

Mendrisiotto - Blonay 56-44

There was a minor upset when 9th ranked Blonay (7-2) lost on the road to twelfth ranked Mendrisiotto (5-3) 56-44 on Saturday. Mendrisiotto have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Rising Stars. Loser Blonay dropped to the second position with two games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Mendrisiotto will meet Swiss Central (#15) in the next round. Blonay will play against Nyon (#14) and hope to secure a win.

Swiss Central - Massagno 53-61

The game between closely ranked teams ended with thirteenth ranked Massagno's (5-5) road victory over 14th ranked Swiss Central (3-6) in Luzern 61-53 on Sunday. Massagno moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Lugano Tigers. Loser Swiss Central dropped to the sixth position with six games lost. They share it with Academie Frib. and Nyon. Massagno will meet at home Rising Stars (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Swiss Central will play against Mendrisiotto (#12) and hope to secure a win.

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Chen's 21 points and 6 rebounds give him Hoops Agents SBL Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

32-year old swingman You-Hsu Chen (195-F/G-1990) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for league's best team Bank of Taiwan and receives a Hoops Agents SBL Player of the Week award for round 13.
He had the game-high 21 points adding six rebounds and four assists for Bank of Taiwan in his team's victory, helping them to crush Changhua (#4, 5-9) with 18-point margin 88-70. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Bank of Taiwan to take over top position in the Taiwanese SBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Bank of Taiwan has a very solid 9-5 record, but they cannot be too comfortable about keeping top position. In the team's last game Chen had a remarkable 77.8% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Bank of Taiwan, through which he has constantly improved. Chen has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (4th best: 14.3ppg) and rebounds (4th best: 8.3rpg).

Second best performed player last round was Walter Sharpe (206-F/C-1986, agency: Project B Sports) of league's second-best Yulon Luxgen. He is American forward in his first season at Yulon Luxgen. In the last game Sharpe recorded impressive double-double of 18 points and 14 rebounds. Bad luck as Yulon Luxgen was edged by slightly lower-ranked Taiwan Beer (#3, 6-8) 72-70. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Yulon Luxgen still maintains its place in the top 2 of the standings, even despite this loss. His team's 8-6 record is not bad at all. Sharpe is a newcomer at Yulon Luxgen and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 21.2ppg (#2). His other stats are also decent: 12.1rpg and 3.4apg.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Julian Boyd (203-F-1990) of Changhua (#4). Boyd showcased his all-around game by recording 10 points, fourteen rebounds (!!!) and six assists in the last round. Despite Boyd's great performance Changhua lost 70-88 to #1 ranked Bank of Taiwan. But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. Boyd has individually a great season in Taiwan. After 14 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 26.4ppg (best scorer), rebounds with 13.9rpg (#1 in league) and assists with 3.1apg (7th best). He also has 1.6bpg and FGP: 59.2%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Max Mahoney (203-PF-1998) of Bank of Taiwan - 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Chia-He Chang (188-G-1996) of Bank of Taiwan - 17 points and 4 assists
6. Bamba Sarr (200-PF-1997) of Yulon Luxgen - 17 points and 4 rebounds
7. Hao-Chi Wang (195-F/G-1993) of Taiwan Beer - 16 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Wei-Cheng Wang (180-PG-1999) of Bank of Taiwan - 12 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Tsung-Han Huang (195-F-1996) of Yulon Luxgen - 6 points and 8 rebounds
10. Min-Hao Ke (180-G-1992) of Yulon Luxgen - 13 points and 6 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)

Kupsas' double-double lands him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

31-year old center Mindaugas Kupsas (216-C-1991, agency: BIG) had a very impressive game in the last round for Kaohsiung A. and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 30.
He had a double-double of 25 points and 16 rebounds, while his team beat Taichung Suns (#5, 6-14) 97-92. Kaohsiung A. maintains the 3rd position in Taiwanese league. Kaohsiung A. 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 13-11 record. It's Kupsas' second year at Kaohsiung A. and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Kupsas has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (5th best: 21.1ppg), rebounds (3rd best: 11.8rpg) and averages solid 1.2bpg and 54.1% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Dwight Howard (211-C-1985) of Taoyuan L.. He is American center in his first season at Taoyuan L.. In the last game Howard recorded impressive double-double of 21 points and 21 rebounds. Bad luck as Taoyuan L. lost that game 79-89 to the higher-ranked N.Taipei CTBC (#1, 17-4). Taoyuan L. are still at the very bottom. 15 lost games are too many comparing to just four victories Taoyuan L. managed to get this year. Howard is a newcomer at Taoyuan L. and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 25.4ppg (#2). His other stats are also decent: 17.2rpg and 5.6apg.

Third place about best performers goes to another Kaohsiung A.'s star - guard Jason Brickman (183-G-1991, agency: Interperformances). Brickman showcased his all-around game by recording 16 points, eight rebounds and seventeen assists (!!!) in the last round. He was another key player of Kaohsiung A., helping his team with a 97-92 win against slightly lower-ranked Taichung Suns (#5, 6-14). Kaohsiung A. needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 13 victories and 11 lost games. Brickman has a great season in Taiwan. After 24 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 9.4apg (best passer).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Keith Benson (211-C-1988) of Taichung Suns - 12 points and 19 rebounds
5. Wei-Han Lin (178-PG-1990) of N.Taipei CTBC - 17 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Michael Efevberha (195-G-1984) of Taoyuan L. - 34 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Edgaras Zelionis (207-PF-1989) of N.Taipei CTBC - 14 points, 16 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Nick King (201-F-1995) of N.Taipei CTBC - 25 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Cheng-Han Yang (186-G-1999) of Taichung Suns - 19 points and 4 rebounds
10. Wen-Hung Chen (188-G-1991) of Taichung Suns - 11 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)

SBL Round 14: Yulon Luxgen lose to Bank of Taiwan - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

There was a change at the SBL leadership position after last games. Round 14 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Yulon Luxgen (8-6). They were edged by second ranked Bank of Taiwan (9-5) 69-66 on Sunday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Bank of Taiwan looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Swingman You-Hsu Chen (195-1990) scored 22 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international Po-Wei Lin (188-1993) chipped in 17 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. American power forward Walter Sharpe (206-1986, college: UAB, agency: Project B Sports) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Bank of Taiwan keeps a position of league leader. Yulon Luxgen at the other side dropped to the second place with six games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Bank of Taiwan. Yulon Luxgen will play next round against strong Changhua trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Bank of Taiwan will try to continue on its current victory against third ranked Taiwan Beer in Taipei.
Very important is a loss of third ranked Taiwan Beer (6-8) against fourth ranked Changhua (5-9) on Sunday night. Taiwan Beer was defeated by Changhua 82-64. American forward Julian Boyd (203-1990, college: LIU Brooklyn) notched a double-double by scoring 42 points (!!!), 19 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and Yi-Lun Chen supported him with 10 points and 6 assists. Even 7 points and 7 rebounds by Nigerian forward Gabriel Humphery (195-1997) did not help to save the game for Taiwan Beer. Taiwan Beer's coach Chun-San Chou rotated eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Newly promoted Changhua maintains fourth position with 5-9 record. Taiwan Beer at the other side keeps the third place with eight games lost. Changhua will play against league's second-placed Yulon Luxgen in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Taiwan Beer will play against the league's leader Bank of Taiwan and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Taiwan Beer - Changhua 64-82

Very important is a loss of third ranked Taiwan Beer (6-8) against fourth ranked Changhua (5-9) on Sunday night. Taiwan Beer was defeated by Changhua 82-64. They made 17-of-22 charity shots (77.3 percent) during the game. Changhua outrebounded Taiwan Beer 41-24 including 28 on the defensive glass. American forward Julian Boyd (203-1990, college: LIU Brooklyn) notched a double-double by scoring 42 points (!!!), 19 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and point guard Yi-Lun Chen (172-1998) supported him with 10 points and 6 assists. Even 7 points and 7 rebounds by Nigerian forward Gabriel Humphery (195-1997) did not help to save the game for Taiwan Beer. The former international center Chao-Hao Chen (199-1992) added 12 points for Changhua. Taiwan Beer's coach Chun-San Chou rotated eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Newly promoted Changhua maintains fourth position with 5-9 record. Taiwan Beer at the other side keeps the third place with eight games lost. Changhua will play against league's second-placed Yulon Luxgen in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Taiwan Beer will play against the league's leader Bank of Taiwan and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Taiwan Beer: C.Chen 12+3reb+1ast, W.Tzu-Kang 11+2reb+1ast, H.Wang 8+5reb+3ast, Y.Chen 8+2reb+5ast, G.Humphery 7+7reb+3ast, P.Su 7+1reb+2ast
Changhua: J.Boyd 42+19reb+4ast, C.Chia-You 12+3reb+1ast, C.Yi-Lun 10+3reb+6ast, C.Huang 7+8reb, K.Han 6+4reb+2ast, C.Shang-Chien 5+1reb+2ast

Bank of Taiwan - Yulon Luxgen 69-66

There was a change at the SBL leadership position after last games. Round 14 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Yulon Luxgen (8-6). They were edged by second ranked Bank of Taiwan (9-5) 69-66 on Sunday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Bank of Taiwan looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Swingman You-Hsu Chen (195-1990) scored 22 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international Po-Wei Lin (188-1993) chipped in 17 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. American power forward Walter Sharpe (206-1986, college: UAB, agency: Project B Sports) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international Bamba Sarr (200-1997) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Bank of Taiwan keeps a position of league leader. Yulon Luxgen at the other side dropped to the second place with six games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Bank of Taiwan. Yulon Luxgen will play next round against strong Changhua trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Bank of Taiwan will try to continue on its current victory against third ranked Taiwan Beer in Taipei.
Top scorers:
Yulon Luxgen: W.Sharpe 18+15reb+4ast, C.Wu 16+7reb+2ast, B.Sarr 12+14reb+1ast, W.Chou 7+1reb+1ast, Y.Wu 5+1ast, H.Tsung-Han 4+1reb
Bank of Taiwan: Y.Chen 22+7reb+3ast, P.Lin 17+7reb+2ast, M.Mahoney 11+8reb+3ast, P.Hsiang-Wei 7+4reb, C.Chia-He 4+3reb+5ast, S.Jui-Yang 4+1reb+1ast

T1 League Round 31: Aquas lose to GhostHawks in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Very significant was GhostHawks' (#2, 14-8) victory against 3rd placed Aquas (13-11) 106-94. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Aquas. GhostHawks made 21-of-26 free shots (80.8 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a great evening for American center Robert Upshaw (213-1994, college: Washington) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 14 rebounds. Indian-Canadian center Sim Bhullar (226-1992, college: NM State) helped adding 22 points and 16 rebounds. At the losing side Lithuanian center Mindaugas Kupsas (216-1991, agency: BIG) responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 16 rebounds. Aquas' coach rotated thirteen players in this game, but that didn't help. GhostHawks (14-8) have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain second place having just two points less than leader N.Taipei CTBC. Defending champion Aquas keep the third position with 11 games lost. GhostHawks are looking forward to face Suns (#5) in Taichung in the next round. Aquas will play on the road against Leopards in Taoyuan and are hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident.
The game in Taoyuan was also worth to mention about. Fourth ranked TB Herobears (10-12) played at the court of 6th ranked Leopards (4-15). TB Herobears defeated Leopards 110-95. Americans were the main players on the court. It was an exceptional evening for guard Michael Qualls (197-1994, college: Arkansas) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 39 points (!!!) and 12 rebounds. Branden Dawson accounted for 18 points, 14 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Center Dwight Howard (211-1985) came up with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 27 rebounds and 7 assists for Leopards in the defeat. Leopards' coach tested ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. TB Herobears maintains fourth place with 10-12 record. Leopards lost their fourth game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. TB Herobears will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Leopards will play at home against Aquas (#3) and hope to get back on the winning track.

Kaohsiung A. - Tainan GH 94-106

Very significant was GhostHawks' (#2, 14-8) victory against 3rd placed Aquas (13-11) 106-94. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Aquas. GhostHawks made 21-of-26 free shots (80.8 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a great evening for American center Robert Upshaw (213-1994, college: Washington) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 14 rebounds. Indian-Canadian center Sim Bhullar (226-1992, college: NM State) helped adding 22 points and 16 rebounds. At the losing side Lithuanian center Mindaugas Kupsas (216-1991, agency: BIG) responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 16 rebounds and American-Filipino guard Jason Brickman (183-1991, college: LIU Brooklyn, agency: Interperformances) scored 10 points, 5 rebounds, 8 assists and 5 steals. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Aquas' coach rotated thirteen players in this game, but that didn't help. GhostHawks (14-8) have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain second place having just two points less than leader N.Taipei CTBC. Defending champion Aquas keep the third position with 11 games lost. GhostHawks are looking forward to face Suns (#5) in Taichung in the next round. Aquas will play on the road against Leopards in Taoyuan and are hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident.
Top scorers:
Kaohsiung A.: M.Kupsas 23+16reb+2ast, H.Yu 18, T.Chiu 13+4reb, L.Hu 11+2reb+2ast, J.Brickman 10+5reb+8ast, J.Bohannon 8+9reb+1ast
Tainan GH: R.Upshaw 30+14reb+3ast, S.Bhullar 22+16reb+2ast, K.Hu 13+5reb+5ast, W.Chien 12+2reb+3ast, L.Han-sheng 10+1reb+4ast, S.Deguara 8+4reb

Taoyuan L. - TB Herobears 95-110

The game in Taoyuan was also worth to mention about. Fourth ranked TB Herobears (10-12) played at the court of 6th ranked Leopards (4-15). TB Herobears defeated Leopards 110-95. TB Herobears forced 20 Leopards turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. Americans were the main players on the court. It was an exceptional evening for guard Michael Qualls (197-1994, college: Arkansas) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 39 points (!!!) and 12 rebounds. Forward Branden Dawson (200-1993, college: Michigan St.) accounted for 18 points, 14 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the winning side. Center Dwight Howard (211-1985) came up with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 27 rebounds and 7 assists and Deyonta Davis (211-1996, college: Michigan St., agency: MSG) added 22 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Leopards in the defeat. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Leopards' coach tested ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. TB Herobears maintains fourth place with 10-12 record. Leopards lost their fourth game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. TB Herobears will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Leopards will play at home against Aquas (#3) and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Taoyuan L.: D.Howard 23+27reb+7ast, D.Davis 22+8reb+1ast, M.Efevberha 19+5reb+3ast, H.Chen 14+3reb+2ast, C.Chang 10+4reb+3ast, J.Lu 3+1reb+1ast
TB Herobears: M.Qualls 39+12reb+2ast, Y.Chiang 19+7reb+8ast, B.Dawson 18+14reb+4ast, Y.Chu 12+7reb+2ast, C.Lee 10+2reb+2ast, T.Xun-Xiang 7+1reb+3ast

PLeague+ Round 25: Leader Kings lose to Fubon Braves - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Top ranked Kings (20-6) recorded its sixth loss against third ranked Fubon Braves on Sunday night. Fubon Braves were defeated by third ranked Fubon Braves (16-11) 106-95. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Kings. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. 27 personal fouls committed by Kings helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American forward Michael Singletary (198-1988, college: Texas Tech) fired a double-double by scoring 38 points (!!!) and 15 rebounds for the winners. Ukrainian power forward Igor Zaytsev (210-1989, agency: BIG) chipped in 28 points and 9 rebounds. American-British center Byron Mullens (213-1989, college: Ohio St., agency: BeoBasket) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 17 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Fubon Braves moved-up to second place. Kings at the other side still keep top position with six games lost. Fubon Braves are looking forward to face Lioneers (#5) in Hsinchu in the next round. Kings' supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Taipei to the arena Fubon Braves.
Important game to mention about was the one when sixth ranked Steelers (6-20) saved a 1-point derby victory edging 3rd placed Fubon Braves (16-11) 103-102 on Friday evening. Worth to mention a great performance of Jamaican-American power forward Femi Olujobi (206-1996, college: DePaul, agency: Slash Sports) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 19 points, 18 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 blocks. Gokul Natesan contributed with 17 points and 5 assists for the winners. American forward Michael Singletary (198-1988, college: Texas Tech) answered with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists for Fubon Braves. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Steelers maintains sixth place with 6-20 record. Fubon Braves at the other side dropped to the second position with 11 games lost. Steelers will play against higher ranked Pilots (#3) in Taoyuan in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Fubon Braves will play at home against Lioneers and hope to get back on the winning track.
An exciting game was when First ranked Kings faced 4th placed Dreamers. Kings (20-6) smashed Dreamers (11-16) 117-89. Byron Mullens stepped up with a double-double by scoring 32 points and 17 rebounds for the winners. At the losing side Chris McCullough responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Kings have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 20-6 record. Loser Dreamers keep the fourth position with 16 games lost. They share it with Lioneers. Kings' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Taipei to the arena Fubon Braves.

In the last game of round 25 Lioneers defeated Steelers 85-76.

Steelers - Fubon Braves 103-102

Important game to mention about was the one when sixth ranked Steelers (6-20) saved a 1-point derby victory edging 3rd placed Fubon Braves (16-11) 103-102 on Friday evening. Steelers players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. They brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of Jamaican-American power forward Femi Olujobi (206-1996, college: DePaul, agency: Slash Sports) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 19 points, 18 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 blocks. American forward Gokul Natesan (196-1994, college: Colorado Mines, agency: Haylett Sports) contributed with 17 points and 5 assists for the winners. American forward Michael Singletary (198-1988, college: Texas Tech) answered with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists and Ukrainian power forward Igor Zaytsev (210-1989, agency: BIG) added 14 points and 11 rebounds in the effort for Fubon Braves. Four Steelers and five Fubon Braves players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Steelers maintains sixth place with 6-20 record. Fubon Braves at the other side dropped to the second position with 11 games lost. Steelers will play against higher ranked Pilots (#3) in Taoyuan in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Fubon Braves will play at home against Lioneers and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Steelers: F.Olujobi 19+18reb+6ast, G.Natesan 17+4reb+5ast, C.Lu 16+3reb+1ast, W.Lu-Hsiang 13+1ast, L.Shao-Fu 10+5reb, Y.Chen 9+2reb+5ast
Fubon Braves: M.Singletary 25+13reb+4ast, C.Lin 16+5reb+5ast, T.Chang 14+7reb+2ast, I.Zaytsev 14+11reb+2ast, S.Brendon 12+7reb, T.Lai 6+1reb+1ast

Steelers - Lioneers 76-85

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 6th ranked Steelers' (6-20) loss to fifth ranked Lioneers (11-16) 76-85 on Saturday. Lioneers outrebounded Steelers 56-41 including a 23-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. The former international power forward Will Artino (211-1992, college: Creighton) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 28 rebounds for the winners and American forward Jeremy Tyler (208-1991, college: Louisville) chipped in 12 points and 10 rebounds. Four Lioneers players scored in double figures. At the losing side Ukrainian center Viacheslav Kravtsov (212-1987, agency: BeoBasket) responded with 23 points and 9 rebounds and the former international point guard Yu-Wei Chen (183-1999) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Lioneers moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Dreamers. Loser Steelers stay at the bottom position with 20 games lost. Lioneers will meet league's second-placed Fubon Braves in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Steelers will play against Pilots (#3) in Taoyuan and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Lioneers: W.Artino 22+28reb+2ast, K.Kao 18+4reb+1ast, C.Lee 16+4reb, J.Tyler 12+10reb+3ast, H.Hsiao 8+5reb+2ast, T.Hao 7+2reb+2ast
Steelers: V.Kravtsov 23+9reb+1ast, F.Olujobi 11+8reb+1ast, Y.Chen 10+7reb+10ast, C.Po-Chang 9+3reb+2ast, W.Lu-Hsiang 8+2reb+1ast, S.Sun 6+2reb

Kings - Dreamers 117-89

An exciting game was when First ranked Kings faced 4th placed Dreamers. Kings (20-6) smashed Dreamers (11-16) 117-89. Kings forced 19 Dreamers turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 17 passes made by Dreamers' players. American-British center Byron Mullens (213-1989, college: Ohio St., agency: BeoBasket) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 32 points and 17 rebounds for the winners and American swingman Kenny Manigault (195-1991, college: Pikeville) chipped in 22 points, 10 rebounds, 13 assists and 10 steals. At the losing side American forward Chris McCullough (208-1995, college: Syracuse) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds and Turkish Ilkan Karaman (205-1990, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 16 points and 8 rebounds. Five Kings and four Dreamers players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Kings have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 20-6 record. Loser Dreamers keep the fourth position with 16 games lost. They share it with Lioneers. Kings' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Taipei to the arena Fubon Braves.
Top scorers:
Kings: B.Mullens 32+17reb+1ast, K.Manigault 22+10reb+13ast, S.Shih-Hsuan 12+6reb+1ast, C.Yang 12+2reb+4ast, J.Lin 10+2reb+6ast, K.Lee 10+1reb+1ast
Dreamers: L.Chun-Chi 17+5ast, C.McCullough 16+13reb+3ast, I.Karaman 16+8reb+1ast, K.Chien 13+8reb, L.Kuan-Liang 8+2reb+2ast, P.Chou 7+4reb

Kings - Fubon Braves 95-106

Top ranked Kings (20-6) recorded its sixth loss against third ranked Fubon Braves on Sunday night. Fubon Braves were defeated by third ranked Fubon Braves (16-11) 106-95. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Kings. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. 27 personal fouls committed by Kings helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American forward Michael Singletary (198-1988, college: Texas Tech) fired a double-double by scoring 38 points (!!!) and 15 rebounds for the winners. Ukrainian power forward Igor Zaytsev (210-1989, agency: BIG) chipped in 28 points and 9 rebounds. Singletary is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. American-British center Byron Mullens (213-1989, college: Ohio St., agency: BeoBasket) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 17 rebounds and the former international center Chin-Min Yang (190-1984) added 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Four Fubon Braves and five Kings players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Fubon Braves moved-up to second place. Kings at the other side still keep top position with six games lost. Fubon Braves are looking forward to face Lioneers (#5) in Hsinchu in the next round. Kings' supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Taipei to the arena Fubon Braves.
Top scorers:
Fubon Braves: M.Singletary 38+15reb+3ast, I.Zaytsev 28+9reb+1ast, K.Chou 14+4reb+1ast, S.Brendon 10+12reb+1ast, T.Chang 8+4reb+4ast, C.Lin 4+2reb+4ast
Kings: C.Yang 21+5reb+5ast, B.Mullens 14+17reb+2ast, K.Lee 13+4reb+5ast, J.Lin 13+4reb+1ast, K.Manigault 12+9reb+8ast, Q.Davis 10+3reb+1ast

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TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

Trevon Duvall regains T&T top player award - by Albert-Lee Young

Here is the review of Trinidad and Tobago overseas-based players for week-ending 12 March 2023.

The Top Player Award again awarded to US-born 6-3 guard Trevon Duvall who featured in two games for 15th placed Eastern Conference Grand Rapid Gold (6-19) in the NBA G League on March 7 and 12 respectively. In the first game, Duvall stuffed the scoresheet with 21pts, 8rebs, team high 8asts & 3stls but in a losing effort, 88-106, to #8 Western Conference Ontario Clippers (13-10). Next game, he had 22pts, 3rebs, 9asts & 1stl as Grand Rapid suffered a tough 121-119 loss to #7 Conference rivals Raptors 904 (13-11) on March 12. Grand Rapid return game with Raptors is March 14. Duvall, whose father has Trinidad heritage, is averaging 9.7ppg, 2.2rpg & 3.1apg: 59.5%2FPG, 21.9%3FPG & 67.2%FT.

Second is US-born 6-6 guard Jules Bernard with a game high 24pts & 6rebs guiding #11 Eastern Conference Capital City Go-Go (11-13) to a 109-90 victory #6 Capitanes De Mexico (14-10) in the NBA G League on March 6. In another game on March 12, Bernard had 14pts, 3rebs, 1ast & game high 7stls in a 95-119 loss against conference rivals #4 Lakeland Magic (14-11). Capital City will play Lakeland again on March 13. Bernard is averaging 14.9ppg, 4.4rpg & 2.2apg: 52.9%2FPG, 33.6%3FPG & 78.3%FPG with Capital City. Previously, Bernard averaged 12.6ppg, 3.6rpg & 2.1apg: 54.3%2FPG, 28.8% 3FPG & 82.5%FT in 17 games with Motor City Cruise.

In third is US-born 6-5 swingman Akoon-Purchell with 14pts, 7rebs & 3asts as fifth-ranked Lokomotiv suffered a tough home loss, 74-77 to #3 Zenit (21-8) in Russia-VTB United League on March 7. In the next game on March 12, Akoon-Purchell had 9pts with one rebound, assist and steal apiece as Lokomotiv (16-14) suffered a 7075 road loss against #4 BC Nizhny Novgorod (17-12) on March 12. They next play #2 UNICS (24-6) March 21. Akoon-Purchell is currently averaging 14.3ppg, 3.6rpg, 2.1apg & 1.4spg: 53.5%2FPG, 30.4% 3FPG & 84.8%FT. Rnk 16 & 7

Fourth is US-born 5-8 point guard Terrel Gomez with two victories in the France-Pro B League on March 7 and 11. In the first game, Carrington tallied 11pts, 2rebs & 7asts as top ranked Saint Quentin crushed ninth ranked Entente Orleans 45 (10-12) 94-68. Next, he chipped in with 9pts, 3rebs, 5asts & 1stl in a close 87-83 result on the road over #18 Saint Vallier (6-17). Saint-Quentin (18-5) next play #5 Chalons-Reims (14-9) on March 17. Gomez is currently averaging 12.8ppg, 1.4rpg & 5.1apg: 48.0%2FPG, 40.3% 3FPG & 91.0%FT.

Fifth is 6-4 point guard Khadeen Carrington with 2pts & 1ast in 16mins off the bench for Hapoel Jerusalem in a 77-65 win over fellow Israeli rivals Hapoel Holon a Euro Basketball Championships League (BCL), Top 16 - Round 4 contest on March 7. H. Jerusalem next play France Elite Pro-A opponent JDA Dijon in the Top 16- Round 5 on March 14.

Meanwhile in an Israel-Winner League, Regular Season Round 17 game on March 12, Carrington had 15pts & 3asts in an 84-74 win against #6 Hopel Be'er Sheva (9-10). Fourth placed Hapoel Jerusalem (12-6) next play #10 E.Kiryat Ata (6-13) on March 19 in Israel Regular Season Round 20. Carrington is averaging 13.9ppg, 1.6rpg & 2.4apg: 49.5%2FPG, 35.4% 3FPG & 63.9% FT in the Winner-League. In the Euro Basketball Championships League, he is averaging 13.0ppg, 2.0rpg, 2.4apg & 1.4spg: 49.1% 2FPG, 24.4% 3FPG & 71.1% FT.

Sixth is US-born 6-8 forward Stacey Thomas with two wins, which helped Louisiana State University at Shreveport (LSUS), claimed the NAIA National Tournament, Alexandria Bracket Championships. In the First Round on March 7, Thomas added 4pts, 4rebs, 2asts & 2blks in a close 107-104 result against Thomas University. In Round 2 on the following day, Thomas chipped in with 6pts, 2rebs & 1asts in a 78-73 victory over the University of Pikeville. With the result, LSUS will play the College of Idaho it the Sweet 16 on March 13 in Kansas City. Thomas is currently averaging 7.3ppg & 3.6rpg: 56.9%FPG & 62.3%FT.

Seventh is 6-1 point guard Jordan Persad in his final game with 9pts, 4rebs, 7asts & a steal but in an 80-91 losing effort for Cuyahoga Community College (24-7 overall & 12-4 OCCAC) against Kalamazoo Valley Community College in NJCAA Great Lakes Region XII Championships on March 10. Persad ended the season with an average of 9.4ppg, 3.3rpg & 4.1apg: 40.5%2FPG, 36.2%3FPG & 69.2%FT for this season.

Eight is 6-7 swingman Zeke Moore with 7pts, in 13mins off the bench, as his new team #11 OKC Blues suffered a 108-95 loss to #3 Salt Lake City Stars (17-8) in the NBA G League, Western Conference, on March 8. Moore did not play their second loss, 112-110, to Salt Lake City on March 10. OKC (8-17) next play #8 Ontario Clippers (13-10) on March 13 and 15. Moore is currently averaging 7.3ppg & 1.3apg in three games with OKC. Previously, he averaged 9.5ppg, 2.2rpg & 2.2apg: 54.9%2FPG, 40.2% 3FPG & 74.1%FT in twenty-six games with Santa Cruz Warriors. Rnk 5

Ninth is 6-9 forward/center Jabari Narcis with 3pts & 2rebs in 13mins off the bench as #4 Dresden Titans (16-10) scored an important 89-85 win against #6 Phoenix Hagen (15-11) in Germany-Pro League on March 11. Dresden next play against #18 WIHA Panthers Schwenningen (5-19) on March 18. Narcis is currently averaging 5.1ppg & 2.3rpg: 59.1%2FPG, 23.8%3FPG & 71.4% FT.

Tenth is 6-9 forward/center Kadeem Jack who was limited to a rebound and assist apiece in five minutes off the bench as Western Conference #5 Sioux Falls Skyforce scored a close 135-133 win over top placed South Bay Lakers (18-7) in the NBA G League, Western Conference, on March 6. In their other game on March 12, Jack did not play in the 124-108-124win against #14 Austin Spurs (7-18) Sioux (14-10) next play #10 G league Ignite (9-15) on March 15. Jack is currently averaging 7.9ppg & 6.1rpg: 56.8%2FPG, 40.9FPG & 63.5%FT.

Eleventh is 6-9 forward/center US-born Theo John who chipped in with 1reb, 1stl & 1blk for #11 Eastern Conference Capital City Go-Go (11-13) in their 109-90 victory over #6 Capitanes De Mexico (14-10) in the NBA G League on March 6. In another game on March 12, John was scoreless in 5mins off the bench in a 95-119 loss to conference rivals #4 Lakeland Magic (14-11). Capital City will play Lakeland again on March 13. John is averaging 2.1ppg, 2.2rpg & 1.1bpg: 61.1%2FPG & 63.6% FT.

Twelfth is Canada-born 6-2 guard Clythus Griffith Jr with 2pts, 1reb, 2asts & 1stl as Westmont College (17-12) saw their season come to a close on March 7 with a 69-83 loss to four-seeded Montana Tech Orediggers (27-4) in NAIA Golden State Athletic Conference Playoffs. Griffith Jr ended the season averaging 8.9ppg, 2.2rpg & 1.0apg: 54.3%2FPG, 34.0% 3FPG & 83.1%FT.

Thirteen is teenager 6-8 forward Malique Lewis with 2pts & 1reb in ten minutes court time off the bench as #18th Fuenlabrada (3-18) win/ lost, xx-xx, to #9 Rio Breogan (10-11) in the Spain La Liga league on March 12. Fuenlabrada next play #5 Joventut (14-7) on March 18.

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TUNISIA

US Monastir get BAL defence off to easy winning start, REG trounce Kwara Falcons - by Eurobasket News

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TURKEY

Stats Leaders - D1

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Errick MCCOLLUM

Pinar K
(188-G-1988)
Avg: 21.1

21.1

19.5

19.4

18.5

17.4

TB2L Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Tobin CARBERRY

Mersin
(193-G-1991)
Avg: 23.3

23.3

21.1

20.8

19.6

19.5

Petkim welcomes back Perkins, ex Stal - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Murat Tor gets MVP of the Week award for Turkish U19 League (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Talented Murat Tor (2003) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Aliaga Petkim and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 18.
The 19-year old had a double-double of 42 points and thirteen rebounds, while his team beat Tesvikiye (#9, 6-12) 102-93. Aliaga Petkim maintains the 8th position in their group in Turkish U19 League. Aliaga Petkim is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 7-11 record. Tor has many years of experience at Aliaga Petkim, through which he has constantly improved. Tor has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (3rd best: 10.0rpg).

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young forward Mehmet Atalan (198-F-2003) of Bursaspor. Atalan impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 31 points and 14 rebounds. Bad luck as Bursaspor lost that game 76-83 to slightly higher-ranked Pinar Karsiyaka (#4, 10-8). This loss caused Bursaspor to drop to 6th position in Group B. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 9-9 record is not bad and everything may still change. Atalan is a newcomer at Bursaspor and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.6ppg (#8). He also registered 8.9 boards per game.

The third best performed player last round was Sefa Karadol (2003) of TED Ankara (#5). Karadol scored 27 points and grabbed twenty two rebounds (!!!). Despite Karadol's great performance TED Ankara lost 54-64 to slightly lower-ranked Buyukcekmece (#7, 7-11). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of TED Ankara ranking at the top of Group A, however are very questionable as they have already lost 10 games, recording just eight victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Karadol could help TED Ankara to bring them higher in the standings. Karadol has a great season in Turkey. After 17 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 12.5rpg (#1 in league).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Berkay Terzi (2003) of Tesvikiye - 27 points and 13 rebounds
5. Arda Uzuner (2005) of Tesvikiye - 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Efe Yilmaz (2006) of Pinar Karsiyaka - 19 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Demir Konuk (2005) of Aliaga Petkim - 19 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Yunus Nur (2003) of Antalya - 27 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Yigit Kaba (2006) of Aliaga Petkim - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Yagiz Aktas (198-G-2006) of Bahcesehir - 14 points and 8 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)

Buie's double-double lands him TBL Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

25-year old guard Desure Buie (185-G-1997) had a very impressive game in the last round for Kocaeli and receives a Hoops Agents TBL Player of the Week award for round 20.
He got a double-double of 29 points and 13 assists, while his team outclassed Sigortam.net (#7, 11-8) with 26-point margin 100-74. Kocaeli is placed at 12th position in Turkish TBL. Kocaeli is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 7-13 record. In the team's last game Buie had a remarkable 54.5% from 2-point range. He turned to be Kocaeli's top player in his first season with the team. Hofstra University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Buie is in league's top in points (7th best: 18.2ppg) and averages solid 51.2% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Brandon Walters (208-C-1995) of TED Ankara. He is American center in his first season at TED Ankara. In the last game Walters recorded impressive double-double of 18 points and 13 rebounds. It was enough for TED Ankara to edge the higher-ranked Mersin (#2, 16-3) by 2 points 86-84. TED Ankara's 5th position in the standings has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 12-7 record is not bad and everything may still change. Walters is a newcomer at TED Ankara and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.6ppg (#4). He also registered 9.8 boards per game.

Third place about best performers goes to center Vladimir Stimac (210-C-1987) of Sigortam.net (#7). Stimac got into 30-points club by scoring 31 points in the last round. He went also for eleven rebounds . Despite Stimac's great performance Sigortam.net lost 74-100 to the lower-ranked Kocaeli (#12, 7-13). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing Sigortam.net 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 8 lost games. Stimac has a very solid season. In 2 games in Turkey he scored 23.5ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Tobin Carberry (193-G-1991) of Mersin - 30 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists
5. Nick Banyard (203-F-1994) of Kocaeli - 26 points and 9 rebounds
6. Carlton Bragg Jr. (208-PF-1995) of Mamak - 20 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Hazer Avci (206-F-1987) of OGM Orman - 19 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Chris Warren (177-PG-1988) of Cagdas BS - 29 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Marreon Jackson (185-G) of Fenerbahce 2 - 20 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Gligorije Rakocevic (211-C-1995) of Haremspor - 18 points, 9 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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UKRAINE

Stats Leaders - Men

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Demetrius LAKE

Cherkasy
(180-PG-)
Avg: 22.7

22.7

16.3

16.0

15.7

14.6

Standings - Higher League

Higher League Stage Two Standings

Places 1-8 A
1 Krivbas 2 2-1
2 Zhytomyr 2-1
3 Sambir 2-1
4 Politekhn.Lviv 0-3
Places 1-8 B
1 Politekhnik-2 0-0
2 Rivne 0-0
3 Self Made 0-0
4 SumDU 0-0
Places 9-17
1 MBC-Niko 2 1-0
2 Che-Basket 0-0
3 Chernigiv 0-0
4 Invasport 0-0
5 Kalush-PNU 0-0
6 Khmelnytskyi 0-0
7 Uzhgorod 0-0
8 Vinnitsky Zubry 0-0
9 Poltava 0-1

Stage One Standings

Second Stage: Round 1

Mar. 10: MBC-Niko 2 - Poltava 92-42
Mar. 11: MBC-Niko 2 - Chernigiv 79-49
Mar. 12: Chernigiv - Poltava 78-30
Mar. 12: Zhytomyr - Krivbas 2 78-72
Mar. 11: Politekhn.Lviv - Zhytomyr 67-85
Mar. 10: Krivbas 2 - Politekhn.Lviv 67-62
Mar. 11: Sambir - Krivbas 2 61-88
Mar. 12: Politekhn.Lviv - Sambir 61-68
Mar. 10: Zhytomyr - Sambir 57-62

Second Stage: Round 2

Mar. 17: Politekhnik-2 - Self Made
Mar. 17: Rivne - SumDU
Mar. 18: SumDU - Self Made
Mar. 18: Rivne - Politekhnik-2
Mar. 19: SumDU - Politekhnik-2
Mar. 19: Rivne - Self Made

Superleague Round 21: Dnipro lose to Kyiv Basket - by Eurobasket News

The games at this stage are more interesting as they can be crucial for the final standings in Regular Season. Despite we already know who is stronger and who is weaker, there may be still last minute surprises and upsets. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game between second ranked Dnipro (17-7) and fourth ranked Kyiv Basket (17-7) was the most important one in the last round on Friday night. Dnipro was defeated by Kyiv Basket in a tough game in Dnipro 80-86. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Dnipro. Dnipro was tied after three quarters but could not keep up in the last quarter eventually losing the game. Kyiv Basket looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a good game for forward Vadim Zaplotinskiy (200-1997, agency: BIG) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. American guard Danya Kingsby (185-1998, college: GSU) contributed with 24 points and 8 assists for the winners. Guard Ivan Koldomasov (185-2003) answered with 14 points and 5 assists for Dnipro. Kyiv Basket have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Dnipro. Kyiv Basket is looking forward to face Polit-Halychyna (#5) in Lviv in the next round. Dnipro will play at home against Hoverla and is hoping to win this game.
Superleague top team - Budivelnyk (24-0) added another victory to their record. This time they beat fifth ranked Polit-Halychyna (13-11) in Kyiv 76-70. The former international swingman Oleksandr Kolchenko (195-1988, agency: BIG) stepped up and scored 21 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals for the winners and Maksim Sandul chipped in 11 points and 11 rebounds. Budivelnyk's coach Valerii Plekhanov allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was forward Vladlen Berezhnyy (199-1995) with 30 points and 9 rebounds. The victory was the twenty fourth consecutive win for Budivelnyk. They maintain first place with 24-0 record. Newly promoted Polit-Halychyna keeps the fifth position with 11 games lost. Budivelnyk will play against Cherkasy (#7) at home in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Polit-Halychyna will play against Kyiv Basket and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Ivano-Frankivsk supposed to be also quite interesting. Second ranked Dnipro (17-7) played at the court of 6th ranked Hoverla (8-16). Dnipro smashed Hoverla 77-52 on Monday. Olexandr Tarasenko nailed 14 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side. Artem Vodolazsky came up with 9 points and 6 rebounds for Hoverla 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. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Dnipro. They maintain second place with 17-7 record having seven points less than leader Budivelnyk, which they share with Kyiv Basket. Newly promoted Hoverla keeps the sixth position with 16 games lost. Dnipro will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Hoverla will play again against the league's second-placed Dnipro (#2) and hope to secure a win.

In the last two games of round 21 BIPA O. beat Zaporizhye on the road 82-64. Cherkasy was destroyed by Polit-Halychyna on its own court 59-84.

Zaporizhye - BIPA O. 64-82

No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked BIPA O. (16-7) beat bottom-ranked Zaporizhye (2-22) in Zaporozhye 82-64 on Monday. The game was mostly controlled by BIPA O.. Zaporizhye managed to win third quarter 12-8. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. BIPA O. shot 67.4 percent from the field. They also forced 21 Zaporizhye turnovers. They shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 61.9 percentage. BIPA O. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Guard Oleksandr Shashkov (185-1990) nailed 22 points and 4 steals (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winning side and the former international forward Andriy Agafonov (208-1986) accounted for 7 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Vitaliy Bykov (190-1996) came up with 11 points and 7 assists and forward Roman Morozov (204-1998) added 15 points respectively for Zaporizhye in the defeat. Four Zaporizhye players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Newly promoted BIPA O. maintains fourth place with 16-7 record. Zaporizhye lost their eleventh game in a row. They stay dead last with 22 lost games. BIPA O. will meet higher ranked Kyiv Basket (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Zaporizhye will play against Stariy Lutsk (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Zaporizhye: R.Morozov 15+4reb+1ast, V.Bykov 11+3reb+7ast, A.Buts 11+6reb+2ast, V.Telcharov 10+2reb+6ast, P.Artyom 8+1reb+1ast, K.Kyrylo 6+2reb
BIPA O.: O.Shashkov 22+3reb+1ast, A.Konev 12+2reb+2ast, E.Tkachenko 11+1reb+4ast, U.Vladislav 9+2reb+6ast, Y.Kadygrob 8+1ast, A.Agafonov 7+6reb+4ast

Hoverla - Dnipro 52-77

The game in Ivano-Frankivsk supposed to be also quite interesting. Second ranked Dnipro (17-7) played at the court of 6th ranked Hoverla (8-16). Dnipro smashed Hoverla 77-52 on Monday. The game without a history. Dnipro led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Hoverla's 24. Dnipro forced 19 Hoverla turnovers and outrebounded them 47-24 including a 17-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Forward Olexandr Tarasenko (203-1996, agency: BIG) nailed 14 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side and Yevhenii Sorochan (197-2000, agency: BIG) accounted for 14 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Artem Vodolazsky (198-1992) came up with 9 points and 6 rebounds and power forward Ilya Chugunov (200-1997) added 14 points respectively for Hoverla 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. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Dnipro. They maintain second place with 17-7 record having seven points less than leader Budivelnyk, which they share with Kyiv Basket. Newly promoted Hoverla keeps the sixth position with 16 games lost. Dnipro will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Hoverla will play again against the league's second-placed Dnipro (#2) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Hoverla: C.Ilya 14+2reb, V.Artem 9+6reb+2ast, L.Stepan 9+5reb, S.Avrakhov 7+5reb+3ast, S.Startsev 7+3reb+5ast, T.Maksym 2+1reb+1ast
Dnipro: Y.Sorochan 14+6reb+2ast, O.Tarasenko 14+8reb+1ast, M.Zakurdaev 13+6reb, S.Tymofeyenko 9+7reb+4ast, S.Daniil 9+5reb, S.Zagreba 9+6reb+3ast

Budivelnyk - Polit-Halychyna 76-70

Superleague top team - Budivelnyk (24-0) added another victory to their record. This time they beat fifth ranked Polit-Halychyna (13-11) in Kyiv 76-70. It looked good early as Polit-Halychyna took a 2-point small lead at the end of first quarter. But then Budivelnyk had a 33-14 second period charge getting the lead and Polit-Halychyna was not able to take back game control losing it eventually 70-76. Budivelnyk players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. The former international swingman Oleksandr Kolchenko (195-1988, agency: BIG) stepped up and scored 21 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals for the winners and the former international power forward Maksim Sandul (207-1991, agency: BIG) chipped in 11 points and 11 rebounds. Four Budivelnyk players scored in double figures. Budivelnyk's coach Valerii Plekhanov allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was forward Vladlen Berezhnyy (199-1995) with 30 points and 9 rebounds and Maksym Ozhehov scored 12 points and 6 rebounds. The victory was the twenty fourth consecutive win for Budivelnyk. They maintain first place with 24-0 record. Newly promoted Polit-Halychyna keeps the fifth position with 11 games lost. Budivelnyk will play against Cherkasy (#7) at home in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Polit-Halychyna will play against Kyiv Basket and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Polit-Halychyna: V.Berezhnyy 30+9reb+3ast, O.Maksym 12+6reb+3ast, M.Horobchenko 10+2reb+5ast, O.Tishchenko 7+6reb+5ast, O.Bartolomeev 5+3reb, N.Polyulyak 4+6reb+4ast
Budivelnyk: O.Kolchenko 21+5reb+5ast, V.Koniev 17+6reb+2ast, S.Pryimak 11+4reb+2ast, M.Sandul 11+11reb+3ast, P.Burenko 7+3reb+3ast, K.Rostyslav 6+2reb+1ast

Cherkasy - Polit-Halychyna 59-84

Rather expected game when 7th ranked Cherkasy (5-18) was smashed at home by fifth ranked Polit-Halychyna (13-11) 84-59 on Friday. The game without a history. Polit-Halychyna led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Polit-Halychyna had a 37-25 advantage in offensive rebounds. Forward Vladlen Berezhnyy (199-1995) nailed a double-double by scoring 20 points and 16 rebounds for the winning side and point guard Mykhailo Horobchenko (185-1998, agency: BIG) accounted for 14 points and 8 assists. Four Polit-Halychyna players scored in double figures. Polit-Halychyna's coach felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American BJ Maxwell (194-1997, college: IUPUI, agency: SLN) came up with 21 points and 7 rebounds and Nikita Ruslov (195-1996, agency: BIG) added 8 points and 4 assists respectively for Cherkasy in the defeat. Newly promoted Polit-Halychyna maintains fifth place with 13-11 record. Cherkasy lost their third game in a row. They keep the seventh position with 18 games lost. Polit-Halychyna will meet higher ranked Kyiv Basket (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Cherkasy will play against the league's leader Budivelnyk (#1) in Kyiv and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Cherkasy: B.Maxwell 21+7reb+2ast, L.Reed 11+5reb, N.Ruslov 8+4reb+4ast, S.Skira 8+5reb, A.Poshablia 4+1reb, S.Dmitry 4+7reb
Polit-Halychyna: V.Berezhnyy 20+16reb+1ast, E.Fedchuk 17+3reb+4ast, M.Horobchenko 14+4reb+8ast, O.Maksym 11+7reb+1ast, Y.Kramar 6+1ast, K.Danilo 5+1reb

Dnipro - Kyiv Basket 80-86

The game between second ranked Dnipro (17-7) and fourth ranked Kyiv Basket (17-7) was the most important one in the last round on Friday night. Dnipro was defeated by Kyiv Basket in a tough game in Dnipro 80-86. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Dnipro. Dnipro was tied after three quarters but could not keep up in the last quarter eventually losing the game. Kyiv Basket looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a good game for forward Vadim Zaplotinskiy (200-1997, agency: BIG) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. American guard Danya Kingsby (185-1998, college: GSU) contributed with 24 points and 8 assists for the winners. Guard Ivan Koldomasov (185-2003) answered with 14 points and 5 assists and point guard Maksym Zakurdaev (196-1993) added 13 points and 5 assists in the effort for Dnipro. Kyiv Basket have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Dnipro. Kyiv Basket is looking forward to face Polit-Halychyna (#5) in Lviv in the next round. Dnipro will play at home against Hoverla and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Dnipro: K.Ivan 14+3reb+5ast, M.Zakurdaev 13+2reb+5ast, R.Bondarchuk 12+4reb, M.Vilkhovetskyi 12+1reb+2ast, S.Zagreba 11+3reb+2ast, S.Daniil 8+7reb+2ast
Kyiv Basket: D.Kingsby 24+3reb+8ast, V.Zaplotinskiy 21+10reb+4ast, R.Novikov 11+3reb+2ast, N.Kisilchuk 9+3reb+3ast, I.Dubonenko 9+4reb+1ast, S.Yurchenko 8+7reb+1ast

Higher League Round 1 (Second Stage): Zhytomyr lose to Sambir - by Eurobasket News

The Second Stage in Higher League just started. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Zhytomyr recorded a loss at the home court on Friday night. Hosts were defeated by Sambir 62-57. The guests trailed by 4 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 3-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 62-57. Sambir outrebounded Zhytomyr 50-37 including 35 on the defensive glass. Guard Maxym Vorobjov (193-1991) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. Forward Sergey Zayets (185-1995) chipped in 11 points and 14 rebounds. Guard Vadim Dovidniy (184-1993) produced 28 points and 4 assists for lost side. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
An exciting game was played in Kryvyi Rih. Krivbas 2 faced Politekhn.Lviv. Host Krivbas 2 defeated guests from Lviv 67-62. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Dmitro Kravchenko (193-1997) who helped to win the game recording 22 points. Anatoly Chelovan contributed with 9 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Forward Dmytro Khodov (203-1987, agency: BIG) answered with 24 points and 7 rebounds for Politekhn.Lviv. Politekhn.Lviv's coach Yaroslav Zubrytskyy tried various players' combinations and tested in total twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
An exciting game was played in Sambir. Krivbas 2 faced Sambir. Guests from Kryvyi Rih smashed host Sambir 88-61. Anton Melnyk stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. At the losing side Maxym Vorobjov responded with 14 points and 4 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. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

Other games of round 1 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Poltava was crushed by MBC-Niko 2 in Mykolaiv 92-42. Politekhn.Lviv was beaten by Zhytomyr at home 67-85. Krivbas 2 lost to Zhytomyr on the opponent's court 72-78. Politekhn.Lviv unfortunately lost to Sambir in a home game 61-68.
The best stats of 1st round was 19 points, 18 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals by Ivan Turchak of MBC-Niko 2.

Zhytomyr - Sambir 57-62

Zhytomyr recorded a loss at the home court on Friday night. Hosts were defeated by Sambir 62-57. The guests trailed by 4 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 3-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 62-57. Sambir outrebounded Zhytomyr 50-37 including 35 on the defensive glass. Guard Maxym Vorobjov (193-1991) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. Forward Sergey Zayets (185-1995) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points and 14 rebounds. Four Sambir players scored in double figures. Guard Vadim Dovidniy (184-1993) produced 28 points and 4 assists and guard Yuriy Shkondya (188-1995) added 18 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Zhytomyr: V.Dovidniy 28+3reb+4ast, Y.Shkondya 18+6reb+1ast, M.Roman 5+3reb, M.Lukyanov 3+2reb, V.Lukinskiy 3+11reb+1ast, R.Vitaliy 0
Sambir: M.Vorobjov 21+14reb+3ast, R.Lipko 12+5reb, Z.Sergey 11+14reb+3ast, J.Oleg 10+2reb, M.Lisiak 5+4reb, Y.Vornik 3+5reb

Krivbas 2 - Politekhn.Lviv 67-62

An exciting game was played in Kryvyi Rih. Krivbas 2 faced Politekhn.Lviv. Host Krivbas 2 defeated guests from Lviv 67-62. Politekhn.Lviv was ahead by 1 point at the halftime before a 21-14 third quarter run of Krivbas 2. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Dmitro Kravchenko (193-1997) who helped to win the game recording 22 points. Center Anatoly Chelovan (208-1991, agency: BIG) contributed with 9 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Forward Dmytro Khodov (203-1987, agency: BIG) answered with 24 points and 7 rebounds and guard Evgeny Degopyk (187) added 11 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Politekhn.Lviv. Politekhn.Lviv's coach Yaroslav Zubrytskyy tried various players' combinations and tested in total twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Politekhn.Lviv: D.Khodov 24+7reb+2ast, D.Evgeny 11+6reb, K.Vladislav 7+4reb+4ast, P.Maxim 6+5reb+1ast, K.Danylo 5+8reb, M.Ilya 4+5reb+3ast
Krivbas 2: D.Kravchenko 22+2reb+1ast, E.Anton 12+4reb+4ast, A.Melnyk 9+12reb+2ast, A.Chelovan 9+16reb, O.Bretska 7+6reb, Y.Sergeychik 4+2reb+4ast

MBC-Niko 2 - Poltava 92-42

The game between closely ranked teams ended with Poltava's road loss to MBC-Niko 2 42-92 on Friday. The game without a history. MBC-Niko 2 led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Poltava to just 6 points in third quarter. MBC-Niko 2 dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Poltava's 18. MBC-Niko 2 forced 33 Poltava turnovers and outrebounded them 59-37 including a 30-12 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Forward Ivan Turchak (194-2003) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 18 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals for the winners and guard Evgeniy Ivanko (186-2003) chipped in 6 points, 17 rebounds and 6 assists. At the losing side Vladyslav Yaremenko (-2003) responded with 6 points and 12 rebounds and Mykola Boichak scored 17 points. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Poltava: B.Mykola 17+2reb, B.Danylo 6+5reb+6ast, Y.Vladyslav 6+12reb+1ast, O.Artem 3+2reb+1ast, V.Volodymyr 3+3reb, K.Valeriy 3+4reb+2ast
MBC-Niko 2: T.Ivan 19+18reb+6ast, K.Oleksandr 19+7reb, B.Lukian 15+1reb+3ast, G.Vladslav 10+2reb+4ast, G.Oleksandr 8+3reb+1ast, S.Dmytro 8+3reb+2ast

Sambir - Krivbas 2 61-88

An exciting game was played in Sambir. Krivbas 2 faced Sambir. Guests from Kryvyi Rih smashed host Sambir 88-61. The game was mostly controlled by Krivbas 2. Sambir managed to win third quarter 19-15. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. Point guard Anton Melnyk (196-1999) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and guard Anton Ermakov (190-1998) chipped in 14 points and 6 assists. Four Krivbas 2 players scored in double figures. At the losing side guard Maxym Vorobjov (193-1991) responded with 14 points and 4 assists and forward Sergey Roman (204-1992) scored 10 points and 5 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Sambir: M.Vorobjov 14+4reb+4ast, S.Roman 10+5reb, R.Lipko 9+2reb+1ast, J.Oleg 7+1reb+1ast, Y.Vladimir 7+2reb, M.Lisiak 6+6reb
Krivbas 2: D.Kravchenko 18+4reb, A.Melnyk 17+12reb, E.Anton 14+2reb+6ast, O.Bretska 13+1reb+4ast, D.Baranov 8+5reb+1ast, Y.Sergeychik 7+2reb+3ast

Politekhn.Lviv - Zhytomyr 67-85

No shocking result in a game when Zhytomyr defeated on the road Politekhn.Lviv 85-67 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Zhytomyr. Politekhn.Lviv managed to win third quarter 17-13. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Zhytomyr looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Guard Yuriy Shkondya (188-1995) stepped up and scored 21 points and 5 steals for the winners and guard Vadim Dovidniy (184-1993) chipped in 10 points and 6 assists. At the losing side forward Dmytro Khodov (203-1987, agency: BIG) responded with 22 points and forward Vladislav Klimenko (188-2000) scored 10 points and 6 assists. Five Zhytomyr and four Politekhn.Lviv players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Politekhn.Lviv: D.Khodov 22+3reb+2ast, N.Ostap 11+1reb, K.Vladislav 10+3reb+6ast, D.Evgeny 10+1reb, K.Maksym 6+5reb, P.Maxim 4+4reb+1ast
Zhytomyr: Y.Shkondya 21+3reb+2ast, N.Mykhailo 13+4reb+3ast, D.Shvahrynskyy 13+3reb+1ast, V.Lukinskiy 10+5reb, V.Dovidniy 10+4reb+6ast, M.Lukyanov 8+1reb+3ast

Zhytomyr - Krivbas 2 78-72

There was a minor upset when Krivbas 2 was defeated on the road by Zhytomyr 78-72 on Sunday. The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Krivbas 2 won third quarter 23-16. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Zhytomyr made 22-of-28 free shots (78.6 percent) during the game. Guard Yuriy Shkondya (188-1995) stepped up and scored 26 points (made all of his ten free throws !!!) for the winners and guard Vadim Dovidniy (184-1993) chipped in 21 points and 5 assists (made all of his eight free throws). Zhytomyr's coach Yuri Gorenkov used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side center Anatoly Chelovan (208-1991, agency: BIG) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and forward Dmitro Kravchenko (193-1997) scored 19 points and 6 rebounds. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Krivbas 2: A.Chelovan 20+10reb, D.Kravchenko 19+6reb+1ast, A.Melnyk 13+4reb+1ast, Y.Sergeychik 8+1reb+1ast, O.Bretska 6+6reb+3ast, D.Baranov 4+5reb
Zhytomyr: Y.Shkondya 26+3reb+2ast, V.Dovidniy 21+1reb+5ast, D.Shvahrynskyy 12+10reb+1ast, N.Mykhailo 8+9reb, N.Neshcheret 4+6reb+1ast, D.Ovcharenko 3+4reb

Politekhn.Lviv - Sambir 61-68

The game between closely ranked teams ended with Sambir's road victory over Politekhn.Lviv 68-61 on Sunday. Politekhn.Lviv trailed by 12 points after 3 quarters before a 19-14 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 61-68 at the end of the game. Forward Maksim Lisiak (201-1995) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 14 rebounds for the winners and forward Sergey Zayets (185-1995) chipped in 10 points and 9 rebounds. At the losing side forward Dmytro Khodov (203-1987, agency: BIG) responded with 27 points and forward Danylo Kovalchuk (195-2002) scored 14 points and 6 rebounds. Politekhn.Lviv's coach Yaroslav Zubrytskyy let to play twelve players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Politekhn.Lviv: D.Khodov 27+4reb+2ast, K.Danylo 14+6reb, K.Vladislav 7+3reb+5ast, K.Maksym 6+7reb+3ast, E.Kharchenko 3+4reb+1ast, P.Nazar 2
Sambir: M.Lisiak 25+14reb+1ast, Z.Sergey 10+9reb, R.Lipko 9+2reb, Y.Vornik 8+3reb, M.Vorobjov 7+2reb+2ast, Y.Vladimir 5+4reb+3ast

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Hemel Storm
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Kwara Falcons sign Jawed Adekoya, ex Reading R. - by Eurobasket News

BBL Round 21: Leicester Riders are defeated by Newcastle Eagles - by Eurobasket News

The teams have now bigger motivation at this stage of Regular Season. Every game can be crucial and decide about teams' position at the end of Regular Season. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game between third ranked Leicester Riders (17-8) and ninth ranked Newcastle Eagles (7-18) was the most important one in the last round on Friday night. Leicester Riders were defeated by Newcastle Eagles in a tough game in Newcastle 85-92. American forward Hasahn French (201-1998, college: St.Louis) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 12 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 blocks for the winners and international guard Kyle Johnson (195-1988, college: LIU Brooklyn) chipped in 21 points and 7 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American power forward Darien Nelson-Henry (211-1994, college: Pennsylvania) with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 11 rebounds. Newcastle Eagles maintains ninth place with 7-18 record. Defending champion Leicester Riders keep the third position with eight games lost. Newcastle Eagles are looking forward to face league's leader Lions in London in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Leicester Riders will play at home against Gladiators and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Manchester. 4th placed host Manchester Giants (14-13) lost to first ranked Lions (25-2) 87-76. Americans were the main players on the court. Forward Sam Dekker (204-1994, college: Wisconsin) nailed 20 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side and Jordan Taylor accounted for 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Lions' coach Ryan Schmitt allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Guard Dirk Williams (198-1994, college: UAB) came up with 22 points and 5 rebounds for Manchester Giants in the defeat. Lions have an impressive series of eighteen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 25-2 record. Manchester Giants at the other side keep the fourth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Caledonia G.. Lions will play against Newcastle Eagles (#9) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Manchester Giants will play against Newcastle Eagles (#9) and hope to get back on the winning track.
Gladiators (#5) were upset in Sheffield by eighth ranked Sharks 82-72. Americans were the main players on the court also this time. The best player for the winners was Saeed Nelson who scored 19 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). At the other side the best for losing team was Jeremiah Bailey who recorded 17 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Gladiators' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the third consecutive win for Sharks. They moved-up to seventh place. Gladiators lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the fourth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Manchester G.. Sharks will meet at home Plymouth Patriots (#8) in the next round. Gladiators will play against Scorchers (#10) in Guildford and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 21: Sheffield S. won against Surrey S. on the opponent's court 70-67. Plymouth P. was outscored by London L. in a home game 51-102. Manchester G. recorded a loss to Caledonia G. on the road 92-83. Cheshire P. was defeated by Bristol Flyers on its own court 82-87. Newcastle E. was beaten by Leicester R. in a road game 89-79.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 23 points and 5 assists by David Cohn of Newcastle E..

Newcastle E. - Leicester R. 92-85

The game between third ranked Leicester Riders (17-8) and ninth ranked Newcastle Eagles (7-18) was the most important one in the last round on Friday night. Leicester Riders were defeated by Newcastle Eagles in a tough game in Newcastle 85-92. American forward Hasahn French (201-1998, college: St.Louis) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 12 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 blocks for the winners and international guard Kyle Johnson (195-1988, college: LIU Brooklyn) chipped in 21 points and 7 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American power forward Darien Nelson-Henry (211-1994, college: Pennsylvania) with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 11 rebounds and the other American import guard Zach Jackson (198-1997, college: Omaha) scored 18 points. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Newcastle Eagles maintains ninth place with 7-18 record. Defending champion Leicester Riders keep the third position with eight games lost. Newcastle Eagles are looking forward to face league's leader Lions in London in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Leicester Riders will play at home against Gladiators and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Newcastle E.: K.Johnson 21+7reb+2ast, H.French 19+12reb+5ast, J.Hamlet 14+5reb+8ast, J.Kennedy 14+3reb, D.Cohn 12+3reb+2ast, J.Gordon 10+6reb
Leicester R.: Z.Jackson 18+3reb+2ast, K.Mackenzie 13+1reb+8ast, B.Blake 12+4reb+1ast, P.Whelan 11+7reb+3ast, M.Loving 10+10reb+2ast, D.Nelson-Henry 10+11reb+3ast

Sheffield S. - Caledonia G. 82-72

Gladiators (#5) were upset in Sheffield by eighth ranked Sharks 82-72. They made 22-of-23 free shots (95.7 percent) during the game. Sharks forced 19 Gladiators turnovers. Strangely Gladiators outrebounded Sharks 35-19 including a 14-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Americans were the main players on the court also this time. The best player for the winners was point guard Saeed Nelson (188-1998, college: American) who scored 19 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Point guard Devearl Ramsey (183-1997, college: UCSB) chipped in 17 points and 4 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). At the other side the best for losing team was forward Jeremiah Bailey (198-1998, college: Pacific, agency: Green Sports Management) who recorded 17 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and point guard David Sloan (183-1999, college: ETSU) added 15 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists respectively. Four Gladiators players scored in double figures. Gladiators' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the third consecutive win for Sharks. They moved-up to seventh place. Gladiators lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the fourth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Manchester G.. Sharks will meet at home Plymouth Patriots (#8) in the next round. Gladiators will play against Scorchers (#10) in Guildford and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sheffield S.: S.Nelson 19+8reb+6ast, D.Ramsey 17+2reb+4ast, J.Ratinho 11+2reb+1ast, J.Pipkins 8+1reb+2ast, R.Glasgow 8, M.Delpeche 8+3reb
Caledonia G.: J.Bailey 17+8reb+5ast, D.Sloan 15+5reb+6ast, F.Alihodzic 15+3reb+2ast, A.Durham 10+2reb+2ast, F.Malcolm 6+3reb+1ast, P.Onwas 5+6reb+1ast

Surrey S. - Sheffield S. 67-70

Rather expected game in Guildford where 10th ranked Scorchers (3-24) were edged by eighth ranked Sharks (11-16) 70-67 on Saturday. Sharks dominated down low during the game scoring 40 of its points in the paint compared to Scorchers' 18. The best player for the winners was American guard Jalon Pipkins (193-1998, college: PFW) who scored 22 points and 6 rebounds. Naturalized American point guard Rodney Glasgow (181-1992, college: VMI) chipped in 12 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Sharks players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American-South Sudanese guard Padiet Wang (193-1998, college: UCCS) who recorded 21 points and 7 rebounds and American guard Josh McFolley (185-1997, college: Detroit) added 19 points and 5 rebounds respectively. The victory was the third consecutive win for Sharks. They moved-up to seventh place. Loser Scorchers stay dead last with 24 lost games. Sharks will meet at home Plymouth Patriots (#8) in the next round. Scorchers will play against Gladiators and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sheffield S.: J.Pipkins 22+6reb+1ast, R.Glasgow 12+5reb+5ast, K.Nichols 11+2reb+5ast, B.Koch 10+3reb+2ast, S.Nelson 7+4reb+4ast, J.Ratinho 6+4reb+2ast
Surrey S.: P.Wang 21+7reb+2ast, J.McFolley 19+5reb+1ast, J.Steel 9+2reb+1ast, T.Ogedengbe 7+4reb+1ast, K.Carey 6+1reb+1ast, R.Martin 3+4reb+1ast

Plymouth P. - London L. 51-102

Very predictable result when first ranked Lions (25-2) smashed on the road 8th ranked Plymouth Patriots (10-16) 102-51 on Sunday. Lions dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to Plymouth Patriots' 22. They outrebounded Plymouth Patriots 42-17 including a 31-12 advantage in defensive rebounds. Lions looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Plymouth Patriots' players. The best player for the winners was American forward Sam Dekker (204-1994, college: Wisconsin) who scored 18 points and 8 assists. Guard Joshua Ward-Hibbert (196-1994) chipped in 12 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Lions players scored in double figures. Lions' coach Ryan Schmitt felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American power forward Rashad Hassan (203-1989, college: SSU) who recorded 20 points and naturalized Albanian guard Elvisi Dusha (188-1994) added 7 points and 5 assists respectively. The victory was the eighteenth consecutive win for Lions. They maintain first place with 25-2 record. Loser Plymouth Patriots keep the eighth position with 16 games lost. Lions will meet at home Newcastle Eagles (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Plymouth Patriots will play against Sharks in Sheffield and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
London L.: S.Dekker 18+2reb+8ast, J.Sharma 15+5reb, J.Ward-Hibbert 12+8reb+4ast, J.Taylor 12+2reb+1ast, M.Soluade 11+6reb+5ast, A.Best 10+5reb+2ast
Plymouth P.: R.Hassan 20+4reb, I.Brandon 8+3reb+1ast, E.Dusha 7+1reb+5ast, T.Gadsden 5+2reb, J.Akodo 2+1reb+2ast, P.Lanipekun 2+1ast

Caledonia G. - Manchester G. 92-83

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Glasgow where 4th placed Manchester Giants (14-13) were defeated by fifth ranked Gladiators (14-13) 92-83 on Sunday. Gladiators dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Manchester Giants' 32. They outrebounded Manchester Giants 45-28 including a 32-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Gladiators looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Aljami Durham (193-1998, college: Providence) who scored 22 points. American-Ivorian forward Patrick Tape (208-1998, college: USF, agency: Players Group) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Dirk Williams (198-1994, college: UAB) who recorded 27 points and the other American import guard Anthony Roberson (196-1994, college: UCO) added 19 points and 7 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Gladiators moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Manchester G. Gladiators will meet bottom-ranked Scorchers (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Manchester Giants will play against Newcastle Eagles (#9) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Caledonia G.: A.Durham 22+3reb+1ast, D.Sloan 16+6reb+4ast, J.Bailey 16+4reb+3ast, P.Tape 13+12reb+1ast, F.Malcolm 10+2reb+4ast, F.Alihodzic 9+12reb+3ast
Manchester G.: D.Williams 27+4reb+3ast, A.Roberson 19+7reb+3ast, R.Fletcher 11+2reb+6ast, K.Josephs 10+2reb+1ast, T.Green 9+9reb+1ast, L.Robertin 4+2reb

Cheshire P. - Bristol Flyers 82-87

Everything went according to plan in Chester where second ranked Flyers (20-8) beat 6th ranked Cheshire Phoenix (12-15) 87-82 on Sunday. Flyers made 22-of-26 free shots (84.6 percent) during the game. Flyers outrebounded Cheshire Phoenix 40-26 including a 32-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. The game was dominated by American players. The best player for the winners was guard Michael Miller (193-1997, college: N.Texas) who scored 20 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. Forward VJ King (198-1997, college: Louisville, agency: Green Sports Management) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Amorie Archibald (190-1999, college: Louisiana Tech) who recorded 22 points and 5 rebounds and guard Marcus Evans (188-1996, college: VCU, agency: Green Sports Management) added 17 points respectively. Five Flyers and four Cheshire Phoenix players scored in double figures. Flyers maintains second place with 20-8 record having four points less than leader London L. Cheshire Phoenix lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the sixth position with 15 games lost. Flyers will meet at home Plymouth Patriots (#8) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Cheshire Phoenix will play against Plymouth Patriots and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Bristol Flyers: M.Miller 20+6reb+8ast, B.Mahan 15+4reb, M.Delpeche 15+6reb+2ast, V.King 13+10reb+4ast, J.Watson-Gayle 10+2reb+3ast, T.Bell III 8+6reb+1ast
Cheshire P.: A.Archibald 22+5reb+3ast, M.Evans 17+4reb+3ast, J.Anderson 16+3reb+2ast, L.Austin Jr. 10+5reb+4ast, M.Jack 9+3reb, D.Ulph 6+3reb+1ast

Manchester G. - London L. 76-87

The game between Top Four teams took place in Manchester. 4th placed host Manchester Giants (14-13) lost to first ranked Lions (25-2) 87-76. Americans were the main players on the court. Forward Sam Dekker (204-1994, college: Wisconsin) nailed 20 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side and point guard Jordan Taylor (187-1989, college: Wisconsin, agency: Pensack Sports) accounted for 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Lions' coach Ryan Schmitt allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Guard Dirk Williams (198-1994, college: UAB) came up with 22 points and 5 rebounds and point guard Rahmon Fletcher (178-1988, college: Green Bay) added 14 points and 9 assists respectively for Manchester Giants in the defeat. Five Lions and four Manchester Giants players scored in double figures. Lions have an impressive series of eighteen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 25-2 record. Manchester Giants at the other side keep the fourth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Caledonia G.. Lions will play against Newcastle Eagles (#9) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Manchester Giants will play against Newcastle Eagles (#9) and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
London L.: S.Dekker 20+5reb+2ast, A.Best 13+5reb, J.Sharma 12+3reb, J.Taylor 12+6reb+4ast, T.Zubcic 11+2reb, O.Oni 10+10reb+2ast
Manchester G.: D.Williams 22+5reb+2ast, T.Green 15+9reb, R.Fletcher 14+4reb+9ast, A.Roberson 11+5reb+2ast, N.Lewis 7+10reb+1ast, L.Robertin 5+6reb

Leicester R. - Newcastle E. 89-79

There was no surprise when 9th ranked Newcastle Eagles (7-18) were defeated on the road by third ranked Leicester Riders (17-8) 89-79 on Sunday. Leicester Riders made 24-of-26 free shots (92.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The game was dominated by American players. The best player for the winners was power forward Darien Nelson-Henry (211-1994, college: Pennsylvania) who scored 16 points and 9 rebounds. Forward Marc Loving (203-1994, college: Ohio St.) chipped in 20 points (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Four Leicester Riders players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard David Cohn (188-1995, college: William & Mary, agency: Diamond Sports) who recorded 23 points and 5 assists and guard Javion Hamlet (193-1998, college: N.Texas) added 20 points respectively. Defending champion maintains third place with 17-8 record having ten points less than leader London L. Loser Newcastle Eagles keep the ninth position with 18 games lost. Leicester Riders will meet at home Gladiators (#4) in the next round. Newcastle Eagles will play against the league's leader Lions (#1) in London and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Leicester R.: M.Loving 20+4reb+2ast, K.Mackenzie 16+4reb+5ast, D.Nelson-Henry 16+9reb+1ast, Z.Jackson 16+4reb+2ast, B.Blake 7+3reb, P.Whelan 5+2reb+3ast
Newcastle E.: D.Cohn 23+2reb+5ast, J.Hamlet 20+4reb+3ast, J.Gordon 17+6reb+2ast, K.Johnson 6+4reb+5ast, D.Defoe 6+3reb+2ast, J.Kennedy 4+3reb+1ast

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URUGUAY

Stats Leaders - LUB

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

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Donald SIMS

Bigua
(190-SG-1987)
Avg: 23.9

23.9

20.6

19.3

19.0

19.0

Rwanda Energy Group Kigali signs Delwan Graham, ex Olimpia - by Eurobasket News

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VENEZUELA

SPB 2023 - Tanksley Efianayi (ex Urunday) joins Guaiqueries - by Francisco Vega

SPB 2023 - Broncos get Kelvin Pena, send Danny Arias and Hector Diaz to Centauros - by Francisco Vega

SPB 2023 - Panteras add Pedro Chourio to their roster - by Francisco Vega

Panteras-de-Miranda (SPB) added to their roster 33-year old international swingman Pedro Chourio (186cm-1990, agency: Pro Sports) for season 2023 of Venezuela's SPB. Chourio played last summer at Cocodrilos and he's coming on loan for a season. He managed to play in three leagues in three countries last year. In 24 SPB games he recorded 9.3ppg, 3.8rpg, 2.8apg and 1.3spg. Chourio helped them to make it to the Venezuelan SLB final. The last season he played at Olimpico in Argentinian La Liga where in 15 games he averaged 11.5ppg, 3.3rpg, 1.7apg and 1.0spg.
He also represented Venezuela at the World Cup in China four years ago. His stats at that event were 5 games: 4.4ppg, 1.4rpg.
Chourio is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Mexico (Dorados), Uruguay (Goes), Venezuela (Centauros de Apure, Trotamundos, Guaros, Aduaneros and Caciques) and Argentina (Estudiantes Concordia).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted Latinbasket.com All-Venezuelan SLB Forward of the Year in 2021.

SPB 2023 - Spartans land Tyrell Williams, ex Prizreni - by Francisco Vega

SPB 2023 - Marinos welcome back George Williams II - by Francisco Vega

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Women News

State Leagues Latest Results and Stats - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in State League just started. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Bruins in Canberra on Saturday night. Visitors were rolled over by BA CoE 87-49. BA CoE forced 21 Bruins turnovers and outrebounded them 47-35 including 21 on the offensive glass. Power forward Jayda Clark (183-2005) stepped up and scored 25 points for the winners and center Jessica Petrie (186-2005) chipped in 12 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. At the losing side Kiahna Davis responded with 11 points and 7 rebounds. Bruins' coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. BA CoE is looking forward to face Mustangs in Maitland in the next round. Bruins will play at home against North Bears and are hoping to win this game.
Very significant was Mustangs' 71-61 road victory against Hawks. American guard Sydney Hunter (183-1999, college: San Diego) nailed 26 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side and Hannah Fox accounted for 9 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Ella Dent came up with 15 points and 5 steals for Hawks in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Mustangs will play against BA CoE in Canberra in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Hawks will play at home against Panthers to get more than just one victory in their record.
Quite upsetting was Sharks' home defeat in a game versus Falcons 66-52. Kate Kingham fired 19 points for the winners. Olivia White produced 7 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. Sharks' coach rotated ten players and allowed the starting five to rest. Falcons will meet at home Manly Warringah Sea Eagles in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Sharks will play against Crusaders in Terrigal and hope to win that game.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 1: Norths B. lost to Manly Warr. SE on the opponent's court 55-70. Albury LB managed to outperform Canberra N. in a home game 86-81. Hornsby S. lost to Cent.Coast C. on the road 45-99. Inner WB lost to Hills H. on its own court 47-59. Penrith P. lost to undefeated Sydney C. in Alexandria 61-86.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 35 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 6 assists by Vanessa Panousis of Sydney C..

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.

Group NBL1 East

BA CoE - Bankstown B. 87-49

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Bruins in Canberra on Saturday night. Visitors were rolled over by BA CoE 87-49. BA CoE forced 21 Bruins turnovers and outrebounded them 47-35 including 21 on the offensive glass. Power forward Jayda Clark (183-2005) stepped up and scored 25 points for the winners and center Jessica Petrie (186-2005) chipped in 12 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. Five BA CoE players scored in double figures. At the losing side Kiahna Davis responded with 11 points and 7 rebounds and Lily Austin scored 9 points and 4 assists. Bruins' coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. BA CoE is looking forward to face Mustangs in Maitland in the next round. Bruins will play at home against North Bears and are hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
BA CoE: C.Jayda 25+3reb+2ast, J.Isla 14+10reb+1ast, B.Monique 12+7reb+5ast, P.Jessica 12+9reb+7ast, G.Rubi 10+6reb+1ast, H.Sienna 8+3reb+1ast
Bankstown B.: D.Kiahna 11+7reb, D.Shalome 9+3reb+1ast, A.Lily 9+2reb+4ast, S.Jurnee-A'Mour 6+1reb+1ast, L.Rachael 6+3reb, T.Sienna 6+7reb+1ast

Manly Warr. SE - Norths B. 70-55

Manly Warringah Sea Eagles used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Crows Nest 70-55 on Saturday night. Forward Kimberley Hodge (182-1998) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 15 rebounds for the winners. Swingman Zoey Miller (177-2003) chipped in 19 points and 6 rebounds. Swingman Emily Simons (178-1994, college: Pacific) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 13 rebounds and Austrian center Sarah Schicher (187-1990, college: Dowling) added 15 points and 10 rebounds respectively for lost side. North Bears' coach rotated ten players and allowed the starting five to rest. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles will meet Falcons in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. North Bears will play against Bruins in Condell Park and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Manly Warr. SE: K.Hodge 21+15reb+1ast, M.Zoey 19+6reb+3ast, A.Henderson 12+4reb+1ast, A.Delaney 9+5reb, B.Delaney 6+6reb+1ast, B.Josie 3+7reb+3ast
Norths B.: S.Schicher 15+10reb, M.O'Hehir 13+3reb, E.Simons 11+13reb+2ast, D.Emma 4+2reb, K.Seebohm 3+4reb+6ast, J.Bygate 3+3reb+1ast

Albury LB - Canberra N. 86-81

Lady Bandits used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Canberra 86-81 on Saturday night. Guard Emma Mahady (179-1992, college: California, PA) fired 24 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Power forward Ashlee Hannan (193-2001, college: Texas) chipped in 28 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Abby Solway (165-2003, college: S.Georgia Tech) produced 23 points and 6 rebounds and guard Bianca Dufelmeier (171-1992, college: UAB) added 24 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Lady Bandits will meet at home Spireds in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Nationals will play against Mustangs and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Albury LB: A.Hannan 28+9reb, E.Mahady 24+9reb+5ast, B.Theodore 21+3reb+3ast, C.Jade 8+5reb, M.Elizabeth 4+1reb, S.Mellington 1+3reb
Canberra N.: B.Dufelmeier 24+5reb+2ast, A.Solway 23+6reb+2ast, B.Jasmyn 16+1reb+2ast, F.Elise 6+6reb, Y.Mayen 4+1reb+2ast, K.Abbie 4+6reb+1ast

Cent.Coast C. - Hornsby S. 99-45

Crusaders used a home court advantage and rolled over the opponent from Hornsby 99-45 on Saturday night. Crusaders held Spireds to an opponent 22.1 percent shooting from the field compared to 46.7 percent accuracy of the winners. Crusaders forced 24 Spireds turnovers and outrebounded them 57-35 including a 37-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Spireds' players. Swingman Sara Matthews (174-2002) fired 26 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners. Guard Jasmine Forcadilla (173-1997, college: St.Mary's, CA) chipped in 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Crusaders' coach felt very confident using entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Tylah Mundine produced a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds and Cara Bishop added 6 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Crusaders will meet at home Sharks in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Spireds will play against Lady Bandits in Albury and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Cent.Coast C.: M.Sara 26+8reb+8ast, J.Forcadilla 15+5reb+4ast, J.Wittwer 13+3reb+2ast, D.Rowe 8+5reb+5ast, Q.Kasey 8+7reb+1ast, M.Penn 6+5reb+3ast
Hornsby S.: T.Mundine 19+12reb+1ast, M.Della Franca 7+1reb+1ast, B.Cara 6+8reb, D.Madeline 5+2reb+1ast, T.Ashleigh 3+2reb, C.Hannah 3+2reb+1ast

Illawarra H. - Maitland M. 61-71

Very significant was Mustangs' 71-61 road victory against Hawks. Mustangs held Hawks to an opponent 23.9 percent shooting from the field compared to 36.5 percent accuracy of the winners and made 22-of-29 charity shots (75.9 percent) during the game. American guard Sydney Hunter (183-1999, college: San Diego) nailed 26 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side and Hannah Fox accounted for 9 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Ella Dent came up with 15 points and 5 steals and Ebony Petre added 8 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Hawks in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Mustangs will play against BA CoE in Canberra in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Hawks will play at home against Panthers to get more than just one victory in their record.
Top scorers:
Maitland M.: S.Hunter 26+9reb, R.Shakera 14+7reb+3ast, H.Fox 9+8reb+7ast, W.Mila 7+9reb, W.Rachel 6+5reb+3ast, K.Moss 5+3reb
Illawarra H.: D.Ella 15+4reb+2ast, E.Petre 8+7reb+2ast, G.Lauren 8+4reb+2ast, M.Delaney 8+2reb, R.Abel 7+2reb+1ast, H.Chelsea 5+7reb+1ast

Sutherland S. - Newcastle F. 52-66

Quite upsetting was Sharks' home defeat in a game versus Falcons 66-52. Falcons forced 22 Sharks turnovers. Guard Kate Kingham (176-2002) fired 19 points for the winners. Swingman Abigail Curtin (185, college: Denver) chipped in 11 points and 9 rebounds. Olivia White produced 7 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Madeleine Norris (188-1998) added 19 points respectively for lost side. Sharks' coach rotated ten players and allowed the starting five to rest. Falcons will meet at home Manly Warringah Sea Eagles in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Sharks will play against Crusaders in Terrigal and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Newcastle F.: K.Kate 19+3reb+1ast, A.Curtin 11+9reb+1ast, C.Hannah 8+4reb+4ast, F.Emily 8+2reb, M.Rachael 7+4reb, R.Jessica 6+6reb+2ast
Sutherland S.: M.Norris 19+3reb+1ast, G.Emily 12+5reb+1ast, O.White 7+15reb+4ast, D.Jordyn 5+2reb+1ast, N.Gabriella 4+3reb, K.Hovatter 4+2reb+2ast

Inner WB - Hills H. 47-59

But Bulls were not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Baulkham Hills 59-47 on Saturday night. Hills Hornets outrebounded Bulls 54-40 including a 38-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Hills Hornets made 7 blocks. Rhiannon Yetsenga fired 6 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Guard Cassandra Pentney (169-1994) chipped in 7 points and 8 rebounds. Hills Hornets' coach used entire bench saving starting five for next games. Shiho Yamazaki produced 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and Japanese point guard Aimi Matsumoto (165-1995) added 5 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Hills Hornets will meet at home Comets in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Bulls will play against BA CoE and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Hills H.: C.Taylah 12+2reb, S.Britnee 7+7reb+1ast, C.Kelsey 7+1reb, P.Cassandra 7+8reb+3ast, W.Strong 6+5reb, T.Mahoney 6+2reb+2ast
Inner WB: Y.Shiho 17+5reb+4ast, M.Peric 8+8reb, O.Abby 5+6reb+4ast, M.Aimi 5+7reb+4ast, Y.Jade 4+6reb, H.Tasmyn 4+5reb+1ast

Sydney C. - Penrith P. 86-61

Comets used a home court advantage and outplayed the opponent from Penrith 86-61 on Saturday night. Comets forced 31 Panthers turnovers. Naturalized Greek point guard Vanessa Panousis (170-1995, college: Virginia Tech) fired 35 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Power forward Jada Crawshaw (184-2004) chipped in 12 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Tahlia Tupaea (175-1997) produced 22 points and 6 rebounds and forward Megan Jefferson (190, college: Hawaii) added 12 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Comets will meet Hills Hornets in the next round. Panthers will play against Hawks in Wollongong and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Sydney C.: V.Panousis 35+5reb+6ast, H.Griffin 16+3reb, C.Jada 12+7reb+1ast, A.Piper 6+3reb+1ast, O.Alexandria 6+8reb, D.Toleafoa 4+4reb+2ast
Penrith P.: T.Tupaea 22+6reb+3ast, M.Jefferson 12+12reb+1ast, E.Matthews 9+5reb, C.Williams 8+5reb, P.Tiana 5+3reb, S.Frances 4+3reb

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BDSL Round 2 of Semi-Finals. BK Duchess and UBI Graz enter Finals - by Eurobasket News

Basket Flames - BK Duchess 50-65

The game was mostly controlled by BK Duchess. Flames was better in second period 20-18. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Flames to just 6 points in first quarter. BK Duchess forced 20 Flames turnovers. Hungarian forward Lilla Horvath (183-1990) had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 13 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international guard Lisa Zderadicka (168-1994, college: FGCU) chipped in 8 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Bulgarian power forward Zlatka Madankova (185-2002) responded with 15 points and 9 rebounds and Luxembourg forward Loulou Kenens (173-1997) scored 9 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Basket Flames: M.Zlatka 15+9reb+3ast, R.Franziska 11+7reb+1ast, L.Kenens 9+7reb+5ast, L.Brunner 8+6reb+1ast, V.Agatija 4+7reb, S.Popp 3+5reb+3ast
BK Duchess: L.Horvath 21+13reb+2ast, H.Sina 12+3reb+1ast, P.Zderadicka 10+3reb, L.Zderadicka 8+7reb+2ast, M.Wildbacher 7+4reb+4ast, A.Zderadicka 3+8reb+6ast

DBBC Graz - UBI Graz 64-71

The guests trailed by 1 point after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 6-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 71-64. UBI Graz forced 19 DBBC Graz turnovers. 27 personal fouls committed by DBBC Graz helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international forward Camilla Neumann (182-1994) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 17 rebounds. Guard Simone Schwarzinger (177-1996) contributed with 12 points and 8 assists for the winners. Four UBI Graz players scored in double figures. The former international forward Nina Krisper (179-2001) replied with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists and Slovenian guard Simona Kuzma (168-1987) added 19 points in the effort for DBBC Graz. DBBC Graz's coach Edvin Brkic rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
DBBC Graz: S.Kuzma 19+3reb, N.Krisper 15+14reb+4ast, E.Nizamic 12+3reb+5ast, A.Neumann 6+6reb+4ast, D.Elisabeth 5+2reb+1ast, J.Lenny 4+10reb
UBI Graz: C.Neumann 19+17reb+1ast, O.Fastova 13+5reb+2ast, S.Schwarzinger 12+3reb+8ast, J.Maresch 12+7reb, L.Bischof 8+4reb, N.Cic 5

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BELARUS

Panasyuk's 27 points and 9 rebounds give her Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

26-year old Daria Panasyuk (176-SF-1996) had a very impressive game in the last round for Gomel and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 25.
She had the game-high 27 points adding nine rebounds for Gomel in her team's victory, helping them to crush Victoria (#5, 10-12) with 20-point margin 88-68. Gomel is placed at 4th position in Belarusian Premier League. Gomel 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 11-12 record. In the team's last game Panasyuk had a remarkable 77.8% from 2-point range. It's her second year at Gomel and it's hard to imagine this team without her. Panasyuk has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in points (6th best: 13.6ppg) and averages solid 2.1spg.

Second best performed player last round was Alena Tsitavets (180-SF-2003) of league's second-best BC Minsk. She is a in her second season at BC Minsk. In the last game Tsitavets recorded impressive double-double of 16 points and 11 rebounds. Of course she led BC Minsk to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked BDU Tsmoki (#6, 9-13) 98-48. This victory allowed BC Minsk to move up to second position in the standings. Her team lost just four games this season, while they won 19 matches. Tsitavets is well-known at BC Minsk and she already established her position as one of the team's leaders.

Third place about best performers goes to another Gomel's star - forward Olga Kopylova (187-F/C-1982). Kopylova scored 17 points and grabbed fifteen rebounds (!!!). She was another key player of Gomel, helping her team with a 88-68 easy win against slightly lower-ranked Victoria (#5, 10-12). The chances of Gomel ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 12 games, recording just eleven victories. With bigger assistance of her teammates, Kopylova could help Gomel to bring them higher in the standings. Kopylova has a great season in Belarus. After 22 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 13.9ppg (4th best) and rebounds with 8.0rpg (8th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Alisa Borschevskaya (2001) of Gorizont 2 - 21 points and 5 rebounds
5. Palina Kastsiukavets (178-SG-2004) of Gorizont - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Elizaveta Shyshliuk (178-F-2005) of Victoria - 23 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Ekaterina Rybalko (181-F-1998) of BC Minsk - 18 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Anastasiya Verameyenka (196-C-1987) of Gorizont - 13 points and 11 rebounds
9. Palina Verabei (184-SF-2004) of BC Minsk - 19 points and 8 rebounds
10. Darya Mahalias (178-SG-1993) of BC Minsk - 15 points, 2 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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BOSNIA

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Natasa SOBOT

Kozara
(170-G-1995)
Avg: 23.1

23.1

20.7

20.6

19.7

19.2

Division I Round 14: Mladi Krajisnik beat Play Off in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Sarajevo. Fourth ranked Mladi Krajisnik faced their close opponent Play Off. Guests from Banja Luka (8-7) defeated host Play Off (8-7) 67-57. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Mladi Krajisnik made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was power forward Jana Guska (191-2005) who scored 17 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks. Guard Milica Sirovina (179-2004) chipped in 9 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Berina Tekac (173-1996) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds for the hosts. Mladi Krajisnik have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 8-7 record, which they share with defeated Play Off. Mladi Krajisnik is looking forward to face Zrinjski (#9) in Mostar in the next round where they are favorite. Play Off will play on the road against the league's second-placed Lavovi (#2) in Brcko and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Undefeated leader Orlovi delivered the fourteenth consecutive victory. This time they beat 10th ranked Jedinstvo (4-12) 72-58 in Banja Luka. Center Andjela Sipka (186-2002) orchestrated the victory by scoring 14 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Hana Predojevic contributed with 22 points (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!) for the winners. Orlovi's coach Dragana Svitlica used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. point guard Kanita Smajic (165-2006) replied with 18 points and 5 rebounds for Jedinstvo. Undefeated Orlovi (14-0) have an impressive 14-game winning streak. They maintain first position with a perfect record of 14 victories in a row. Jedinstvo lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with 12 games lost. Orlovi will play against Kozara (#8) in Gradiska in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Jedinstvo will play at home against Feniks and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Bottom-ranked Feniks (0-13) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 105-59 loss to sixth ranked Leotar (6-9) in Banja Luka on Thursday evening. Jovana Milakovic had a double-double by scoring 31 points, 24 rebounds, 9 assists and 5 steals (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners. Milena Radjenovic responded with 24 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. Despite that victory Leotar went down to seventh position due to points difference. Feniks at the other side still closes the standings with 13 games lost. Leotar will meet at home higher ranked Celik (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Feniks will play against Jedinstvo (#10) in Tuzla and hope to get finally their first victory.

Rest of the games of round 14 were very predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Lavovi defeated Celik in Brcko 75-67. Kozara was beaten by Banovici at home 66-79. Winless Feniks lost to Jedinstvo on the opponent's court 69-72.
The best stats of 14th round was 24 points, 6 assists and 4 steals by Elma Feukic of Jedinstvo.

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Orlovi - Jedinstvo 72-58

Undefeated leader Orlovi delivered the fourteenth consecutive victory. This time they beat 10th ranked Jedinstvo (4-12) 72-58 in Banja Luka. Orlovi dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Jedinstvo's 20. Orlovi forced 21 Jedinstvo turnovers and outrebounded them 42-31 including 33 on the defensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 29 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Jedinstvo's players. Center Andjela Sipka (186-2002) orchestrated the victory by scoring 14 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Center Hana Predojevic (183-2007) contributed with 22 points (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!) for the winners. Orlovi's coach Dragana Svitlica used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Point guard Kanita Smajic (165-2006) replied with 18 points and 5 rebounds and point guard Elma Feukic (166-2002) added 17 points and 4 assists in the effort for Jedinstvo. Orlovi (14-0) have an impressive 14-game winning streak. They maintain first position with a perfect record of 14 victories in a row. Jedinstvo lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with 12 games lost. Orlovi will play against Kozara (#8) in Gradiska in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Jedinstvo will play at home against Feniks and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Orlovi: P.Hana 22+3reb+1ast, A.Sipka 14+9reb+4ast, D.Marija 6+4reb, D.Sonja 6+10reb+1ast, T.Jelena 6+7reb+2ast, V.Marija 6+3reb+2ast
Jedinstvo: S.Kanita 18+5reb+2ast, E.Feukic 17+3reb+4ast, M.Bucuk 8+3reb, B.Azra 7+4reb+2ast, J.Enida 5+3reb, N.Dzemila 3+4reb

Celik - Lavovi 67-75

There was no surprise in Zenica where 7th ranked Celik (6-6) was defeated by second ranked Lavovi (13-3) 75-67 on Saturday. Montenegrin point guard Iva Karisik (175-2001) scored 23 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Serbian guard Milica Djokic (178-2005) chipped in 21 points during the contest. Four Lavovi players scored in double figures. The former international center Almedina Ahmic (193-2002) responded with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 16 rebounds and forward Amna Isakovic (181-2002) scored 27 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Lavovi have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 13-3 record behind leader Orlovi. Celik lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth place with six games lost. Lavovi will meet at home Play Off (#5) in the next round. Celik will play against Leotar in Trebinje and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Lavovi: I.Karisik 23+8reb, D.Milica 21+4reb+1ast, L.Jelena 13+8reb+1ast, M.Halilovic 12+4reb, S.Tamara 4+8reb, D.Valentina 2+3reb
Celik: I.Amna 27+6reb+5ast, A.Almedina 26+16reb+1ast, B.Dalila 6+2reb+3ast, M.Berina 5+5reb, P.Emana 3, H.Sajra 0

Play Off - Mladi Krajisnik 57-67

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Sarajevo. Fourth ranked Mladi Krajisnik faced their close opponent Play Off. Guests from Banja Luka (8-7) defeated host Play Off (8-7) 67-57. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Mladi Krajisnik made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was power forward Jana Guska (191-2005) who scored 17 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks. Guard Milica Sirovina (179-2004) chipped in 9 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Berina Tekac (173-1996) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds and the former international center Azra Niksic (190-2003) added 11 points and 10 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Mladi Krajisnik have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 8-7 record, which they share with defeated Play Off. Mladi Krajisnik is looking forward to face Zrinjski (#9) in Mostar in the next round where they are favorite. Play Off will play on the road against the league's second-placed Lavovi (#2) in Brcko and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mladi Krajisnik: G.Jana 17+9reb+4ast, S.Andjela 12+3reb+1ast, M.Simic 11+5reb, L.Jovana 9+6reb+4ast, S.Milica 9+9reb+1ast, I.Milica 6+2reb
Play Off: B.Tekac 16+12reb+2ast, M.Adna 11+2reb+1ast, A.Niksic 11+10reb+1ast, J.Kapisoda 7+3reb, M.Irma 6+1reb+2ast, S.Dalila 6+2reb

Kozara - Banovici 66-79

No shocking result in a game in Gradiska where third ranked Banovici (11-2) defeated 8th ranked Kozara (5-11) 79-66 on Saturday. American guard Aaliyah Dunham (165-1999, college: Marshall) scored 17 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists and 6 steals to lead the charge for the winners and guard Milica Dragicevic (178-2007) chipped in 17 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Four Banovici players scored in double figures. Banovici's coach Slavisa Ozegovic let to play all 12 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Guard Danijela Popovic (178-1996) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Natasa Sobot (170-1995) scored 24 points and 6 rebounds. Banovici maintains third position with 11-2 record having four points less than leader Orlovi. Newly promoted Kozara keeps the eighth place with 11 games lost. Banovici will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kozara will play against the league's leader Orlovi (#1) in Banja Luka and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Banovici: A.Dunham 17+7reb+7ast, D.Milica 17+8reb+2ast, D.Kahvedzic 14+4reb+1ast, A.Ikanovic 11+6reb+2ast, L.Maida 8+6reb+1ast, N.Nurkic 6+3reb+2ast
Kozara: N.Sobot 24+6reb+1ast, D.Popovic 14+15reb+5ast, S.Slobodanka 13+12reb+2ast, K.Pajic 6+2reb+4ast, Z.Gagic 5+4reb, S.Milanka 4+1reb

Feniks - Leotar 59-105

Bottom-ranked Feniks (0-13) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 105-59 loss to sixth ranked Leotar (6-9) in Banja Luka on Thursday evening. They dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Feniks' 44. Leotar forced 22 Feniks turnovers and outrebounded them 49-31 including a 33-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Feniks' players. Swingman Jovana Milakovic (180-1999) had a double-double by scoring 31 points, 24 rebounds, 9 assists and 5 steals (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and guard Snezana Dostinic (177-1993) chipped in 23 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists during the contest. Four Leotar players scored in double figures. Forward Milena Radjenovic (178-1986) responded with 24 points and center Andjela Demirovic (191) scored 9 points and 10 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Despite that victory Leotar went down to seventh position due to points difference. Feniks at the other side still closes the standings with 13 games lost. Leotar will meet at home higher ranked Celik (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Feniks will play against Jedinstvo (#10) in Tuzla and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Leotar: J.Milakovic 31+24reb+9ast, D.Snezana 23+7reb+8ast, D.Milica 21+3reb+2ast, S.Ivana 12+7reb+2ast, S.Andjela 7+3reb+4ast, G.Jovana 4+1reb+2ast
Feniks: M.Radjenovic 24+3reb+2ast, P.Ana 13+4reb+1ast, D.Andjela 9+10reb, K.Katarina 7+6reb+2ast, G.Viktorija 6+5reb, Z.Anastasija 0

Jedinstvo - Feniks 72-69

The game between closely ranked teams ended with bottom-ranked Feniks' (0-13) road loss to tenth ranked Jedinstvo (4-12) 69-72 on Friday. Jedinstvo forced 23 Feniks turnovers. Point guard Elma Feukic (166-2002) scored 24 points, 6 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and center Merjema Bucuk (186-2001) chipped in 20 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Forward Milena Radjenovic (178-1986) responded with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) and center Andjela Demirovic (191) scored 17 points and 8 rebounds. Jedinstvo maintains tenth position with 4-12 record. Loser Feniks still closes the standings with 13 games lost. Jedinstvo will again meet at home bottom-ranked Feniks (#11) in the next round. Feniks will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Jedinstvo: E.Feukic 24+4reb+6ast, M.Bucuk 20+9reb+1ast, N.Dzemila 11+11reb+1ast, B.Azra 8+3reb+1ast, S.Kanita 4+3reb+3ast, M.Ajla 3+2reb+1ast
Feniks: M.Radjenovic 25+11reb+8ast, P.Ana 17+6reb+3ast, D.Andjela 17+8reb+1ast, K.Katarina 9+10reb+2ast, G.Viktorija 1+3reb+1ast, S.Ivana 0

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BRAZIL

Standings - CNBF

LBF Standings

Regular Season: Round 1

Mar. 10: Sampaio - LSB 81-61
Mar. 11: Ituano - Vera Cruz 56-63
Mar. 9: Blumenau - Santo Andre 45-62
Mar. 8: Sesi/Arara. - Catanduva 104-68

Regular Season: Round 2

Mar. 16: Catanduva - Ituano
Mar. 17: Santo Andre - LSB
Mar. 18: Vera Cruz - Sampaio
Mar. 19: Sesi/Arara. - Blumenau

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Patty TEIXEIRA

Sampaio
(175-G/F-1990)
Avg: 22.0

22.0

14.0

11.0

11.0

9.0

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CANADA

CIS Standings

U Sports Standings

AUS
1 Acadia 17-3
2 St.Marys 15-5
3 UPEI 13-7
4 UNB 12-8
5 Memorial 10-9
6 Cape Breton 9-11
7 St.Francis X. 3-17
8 Dalhousie 1-19
Canada West
1 Saskatchewan 17-3
2 Regina 17-3
3 Alberta 15-5
4 Winnipeg 15-5
5 UFV 14-6
6 Calgary 13-7
7 TWU 12-8
8 UBC 11-9
9 Mount Royal 11-9
10 UBC Okanagan 10-10
11 Victoria 9-11
12 UNBC 8-12
13 Lethbridge 7-13
14 Manitoba 6-14
15 MacEwan 2-18
16 TRU 2-18
17 Brandon 1-19
OUA Central
1 McMaster 17-5
2 Brock 12-10
3 Toronto 11-21
4 York 9-13
5 TMU 6-4
6 Lakehead 3-19
OUA East
1 Queens 21-1
2 Carleton 19-3
3 Ottawa 18-4
4 Laurentian 9-13
5 Nipissing 6-16
6 Ontario Tech 3-19
OUA West
1 Waterloo 17-5
2 Guelph 16-6
3 Windsor 12-10
4 Western 11-11
5 Laurier 7-15
6 Algoma 0-22
RSEQ
1 Bishops 14-2
2 Laval 9-7
3 UQAM 9-7
4 Concordia 5-11
5 McGill 3-13

Finals: Round 1

3-4 Place

Mar. 12: Alberta - St.Mary''s 64-49

5-6 Place

Mar. 12: Calgary - Acadia 76-78

FINAL

Mar. 12: Queen''s - Carleton 59-71

CCAA standings - by Eurobasket Center

CCAA Standings

ACAA-AASC
1 Mount Allison 16-2
2 Holland 14-4
3 MSVU 13-5
4 St.Thomas 11-7
5 Kings Univ. 5-13
6 Crandall 4-14
7 UNBSJ 0-18
ACAC North
1 Concordia 16-4
2 Alb-Augustana 13-7
3 Keyano 12-8
4 Lakeland 10-10
5 The Kings 7-13
6 NAIT 5-15
7 NWP 1-19
ACAC South
1 STMU 18-3
2 Red Deer 15-6
3 Lethbridge 14-7
4 Briercrest 13-8
5 Olds 10-11
6 SAIT 10-11
7 Ambrose 10-11
8 Medicine Hat 0-21
OCAA East
1 Algonquin 14-0
2 Durham 12-2
3 Loyalist 8-6
4 St.Lawrence 8-6
5 Seneca 5-9
6 Centennial 4-10
7 George Brown 3-11
8 Georgian 2-12
OCAA West
1 Humber 15-1
2 Lambton 13-3
3 Fanshawe 10-6
4 Niagara 9-7
5 Conestoga 8-8
6 St.Clair 7-9
7 Mohawk 5-11
8 Redeemer 5-11
9 Sheridan 0-16
PacWest
1 Capilano 16-2
2 VIU 14-2
3 Camosun 9-7
4 Douglas 9-9
5 Okanagan 7-9
6 Langara 4-12
7 CBC 0-18
RSEQ
1 Ch.-St-Lambert 14-2
2 Saint-Jean 12-4
3 Dawson 10-6
4 Sainte-Foy 10-6
5 Ch.-Lennoxville 9-7
6 Trois-Rivieres 7-9
7 Montmorency 5-11
8 Vanier 5-11
9 Edouard-Montp. 0-16

All-RSEQ Awards 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Player of the Year: Argentina

Amaiquen Siciliano (5'4''-G-1999) of Bishop's
Defensive Player of the Year: Canada

Deborah Aboagye (5'9''-G) of Bishop's
Rookie of the Year: Canada

Daniella Mbengo (5'6''-G) of McGill
Coach of the Year: Dianna Ros of Bishop's

All-RSEQ 1st Team 2023

Siciliano

Verrier

Gauna

Verret

Burgonio

First Team
Argentina

Amaiquen Siciliano (5'4''-G-1999) of Bishop's
Canada

Fredlyne Verrier (5'10''-C) of UQAM
Argentina

Victoria Gauna (6'1''-F-2001) of Bishop's
Canada

Lea-Sophie Verret (5'3''-PG) of Laval
Canada

Areej Burgonio (5'0''-G) of Concordia

All-RSEQ Second Team 2023

Khelifi

Dufresne

Verrier

Kabunda

Scotten

Second Team
Canada

Sabrine Khelifi (5'8''-G) of Laval
Canada

Alexe Dufresne (5'7''-G-1996) of UQAM
Canada

Fredlaine Verrier (5'11''-C) of UQAM
Canada

Jael Kabunda (5'11''-F) of Bishop's
Canada

Emma-Jane Scotten (5'9''-G) of McGill

All-RSEQ All-Rookie Team 2023

Mbengo

Tchoukuiegno

Batrla

Gasmi

Blais

All-Rookie Team
Canada

Daniella Mbengo (5'6''-G) of McGill
Canada

Stephy Tchoukuiegno (5'7''-G) of McGill
Canada

Angela Batrla (5'9''-G/F) of Concordia
Canada

Yasmine Gasmi (5'11''-F) of UQAM
Canada

Rowena Blais (5'7''-G) of Concordia

Carleton captures second Bronze Baby, crowned Final 8 champions - by Eurobasket News

Kali Pocrnic (163-G) scored a team-high 20 points to lead the first-seed Carleton Ravens to a 71-59 win over the No. 3 Queen's Gaels in the gold medal game of the 2023 Protocase Women's Final 8, presented by Bell, at the Sullivan Field House in Sydney on Sunday evening. Pocrnic had 13 second half points, willing the Ravens to their second-ever Bronze Baby. The national championship got off to a hot start with the two teams exchanging buckets in the opening few minutes of the game. Five offensive rebounds for Queen's gave them a slight advantage on the scoreboard as they led 16-14 after one. The Gaels' three-point shooting gave the Ravens fits, with Queen's hitting at a 47 per cent clip in the first half. Carleton was down by as much as seven but cut it to five as the Gaels took a 31-26 lead at halftime. The Ravens needed a spark out of the break and slowly chopped away at the Queen's lead. Carleton went shot for shot with the Gaels, tying it up with three minutes in, before eventually taking their first lead of the game since the first quarter at the three-minute mark. The Ravens won the quarter 20-7 and had a 46-38 lead after 30. Carleton did not look back in the final quarter, fending off the desperate Gaels. Queen's cut the lead to just six with under two minutes to go, but the Ravens were crowned national champions with a 71-59 win. Pocrnic's 20 points led the way for the Ravens. The point guard added eight assists while being named Final 8 tournament most valuable player. Teresa Donato (170-G) came off the bench for Carleton, chipping in 14 points and four rebounds. Dorcas Buisa (168-G) added 12 points, and Emma Kiesekamp (185-F) had herself an 11-point, 10-rebound double-double. For the Gaels, Laura Donovan (180-G) was named player of the game with her game-high 23 points. Donovan shot 5-for-10 from three. Bridget Mulholland (178-G/F) was a force for Queen's, chipping in 17 points and six rebounds. For Queen's, their silver medal represents a one-level upgrade from the bronze they won when they hosted the Women's Final 8 last year. The Ravens' win in Sydney, combined with their male counterparts' thrilling victory in Halifax later, gave Carleton the first sweep of the men's and women's basketball titles since Victoria pulled off the feat in 1985. Pocrnic won tournament MVP honours and was joined by teammate Dorcas Buisa on the tournament all-star team. The Gaels' Donovan and Bridget of Queen's, along with Alberta's Jenna Harpe made up the rest of the all-star squad. The 2024 Women's Final 8 is set to be hosted by the University of Alberta at the Saville Community Sports Centre in Edmonton.
Courtesy of: usports.ca

UQAM top Bishop's to clinch RSEQ title - by Eurobasket News

UQAM captured the RSEQ title. They prevailed against Bishop's 69-59 in the Final. The Citadins grabbed a 26-11 lead after ten minutes and raced to the winning outcome. Fredlyne Verrier (178-C) provided 20 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Paule-Beline Ibata-Pondza (G) added 17 points and 13 rebounds in the victory.

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CROATIA

A1 Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Khiana JOHNSON

Sibenik
(170-G-1998)
Avg: 22.2

22.2

19.5

17.8

17.2

16.7

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CUBA

Liga Superior Round 8: Guantanamo hand first loss to Mambisas - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Mambisas (7-1) in Santiago de Cuba on Friday night. Hosts were rolled over by Guantanamo (7-1) 70-44. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Mambisas. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Guantanamo keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Santiago. Guantanamo is looking forward to face Pinar del Rio (#7) at home in the next round where they are favorite. Mambisas will play against Capitalinas (#5) in La Habana and are hoping to win this game.
Bottom-ranked Lobas is still unable to win any game. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their eighth consecutive match to third ranked Panteras (6-3) 75-55. Panteras have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 6-3 record behind leader Guantanamo. Lobas at the other side still closes the standings with eight games lost. They share the position with Pinar del Rio. Panteras will play against Bufalos (#4) in Ciego de Avila in the next round. Lobas will play at home against Yayabo (#6) and hope to get finally their first victory.
Bottom-ranked Pinar del Rio is still unable to win any game. This time they lost on the road their eighth consecutive match to fifth ranked Capitalinas (4-4) 73-35 on Friday evening. Capitalinas maintains fifth position with 4-4 record, which they share with Sancti Spiritus. Loser Pinar del Rio still closes the standings with eight games lost. They share the position with Villa Clara. Capitalinas will meet at home league's second-placed Mambisas in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Pinar del Rio will play against the league's leader Guantanamo (#1) and looks forward to get finally their first victory.

In the last game of round 8 Sancti Spiritus beat Ciego de Avila on the road 74-69.

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Ciego de Avila - Sancti Spiritus 69-74

There was a small surprise when sixth ranked Yayabo (4-4) beat one of their biggest challengers Bufalos (4-3) in Ciego de Avila 74-69 on Friday. Yayabo moved-up to fifth place, which they share with La Habana. Loser Bufalos keep the fourth position with three games lost. Yayabo will meet bottom-ranked Lobas (#8) in the next round. Bufalos will play against Panteras (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Villa Clara - Camaguey 55-75

Bottom-ranked Lobas is still unable to win any game. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their eighth consecutive match to third ranked Panteras (6-3) 75-55. Panteras have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 6-3 record behind leader Guantanamo. Lobas at the other side still closes the standings with eight games lost. They share the position with Pinar del Rio. Panteras will play against Bufalos (#4) in Ciego de Avila in the next round. Lobas will play at home against Yayabo (#6) and hope to get finally their first victory.

Santiago - Guantanamo 44-70

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Mambisas (7-1) in Santiago de Cuba on Friday night. Hosts were rolled over by Guantanamo (7-1) 70-44. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Mambisas. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Guantanamo keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Santiago. Guantanamo is looking forward to face Pinar del Rio (#7) at home in the next round where they are favorite. Mambisas will play against Capitalinas (#5) in La Habana and are hoping to win this game.

La Habana - Pinar del Rio 73-35

Bottom-ranked Pinar del Rio is still unable to win any game. This time they lost on the road their eighth consecutive match to fifth ranked Capitalinas (4-4) 73-35 on Friday evening. Capitalinas maintains fifth position with 4-4 record, which they share with Sancti Spiritus. Loser Pinar del Rio still closes the standings with eight games lost. They share the position with Villa Clara. Capitalinas will meet at home league's second-placed Mambisas in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Pinar del Rio will play against the league's leader Guantanamo (#1) and looks forward to get finally their first victory.

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CYPRUS

Division A Round 2 of Finals. AEL go 2-0 up on Anagennises - by Eurobasket News

Anagennises - AEL 71-84

AEL upset Anagennises to take 2-0 lead in the Finals. The game without a history. AEL led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They also forced 25 Anagennises turnovers. Strangely Anagennises outrebounded AEL 37-22 including a 29-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. The former international swingman Petra Orlovic (178-1990) scored 19 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international guard Anthia Papadouri (168-1993) chipped in 17 points and 6 steals during the contest. Four AEL players scored in double figures. American guard Cassidy Mihalko (180-1995, college: CBU) responded with 27 points and 6 rebounds and naturalized Bulgarian power forward Styliana Velinova (192-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds. Anagennises' coach Iraklis Pittakas rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
Anagennises: C.Mihalko 27+6reb+1ast, T.Mezra 18+6reb+6ast, S.Velinova 17+13reb+2ast, K.Nikoleta 5+3reb+5ast, K.Pavlidou 2+1reb, K.Katerina 2+8reb+2ast
AEL: P.Orlovic 19+7reb+3ast, A.Papadouri 17+3reb+3ast, H.Leidel 16+2reb+2ast, E.Oikonomidou 13+6reb+3ast, S.Sofia 11+1reb+1ast, S.Georgiou 8+3reb+3ast

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EL SALVADOR

Polanco's double-double lands her Liga Mayor Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

30-year old swingman Yadira Polanco (177-G/F-1992) put on an amazing game in the last round for LMMR 2 and receives a Hoops Agents Liga Mayor Player of the Week award for round 7.
She had a double-double of 25 points and 18 rebounds, while her team outclassed, the league's bottom-ranked team Santa Ana 2 (#5, 0-7) with 28-point margin 73-45. LMMR 2 maintains the 4th position in Salvadorean league. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 5 games and recorded just two victories. In the team's last game Polanco had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range. She just recently signed at LMMR 2, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Polanco has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in points (6th best: 16.7ppg), assists (6th best: 3.3apg) and averages solid 4.6spg.

Second best performed player last round was Yenniffer Pena (180-F). She is a forward in her first season at LMMR 2. In the last game Pena recorded impressive 20 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Of course together with Polanco she helped LMMR 2 with another comfortable win outscoring Santa Ana 2 (#5, 0-7) 73-45. LMMR 2's 4th position in the standings has not changed. 5 lost games are too many comparing to just two victories LMMR 2 managed to get this year. Pena is one of the most experienced players at LMMR 2 and similarly like Yadira Polanco has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 18.1ppg (#4). Her other stats are also decent: 7.4rpg and 3.4apg.

Third place about best performers goes to guard Melany Sanchez (167-G-2004) of Santa Ana 2 (#5). Sanchez showcased her all-around game by recording 19 points, six rebounds and five assists in the last round. Despite Sanchez's great performance Santa Ana 2 lost 45-73 to slightly higher-ranked LMMR 2 (#4, 2-5). But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates. Santa Ana 2 can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have awful season losing so far all 7 games. Sanchez has individually a great season in El Salvador. After only 6 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 18.5ppg (2nd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Silvia Vega (176-C-2003) of Salvadorenas 2 - 13 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Yamile Rodriguez (188-C-1994) of San Salvador - 13 points and 8 rebounds
6. Emily Tevez (175-SG-1993) of San Salvador - 15 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Carina Cornejo (200-C-1975) of Santa Ana 2 - 12 points and 10 rebounds
8. Gabriela Alfaro (167-F-2004) of Salvadorenas 2 - 3 points, 4 rebounds and 12 assists
9. Monica Calderon (175-PF-1991) of San Salvador - 15 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Alejandra Menendez (175-PF-2000) of Salvadorenas 2 - 9 points and 4 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)

Liga Mayor Round 8: LMMR 2 lose to Salvadorenas 2 in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

Very significant was Salvadorenas 2's (#3, 4-3) victory against one of their biggest challengers LMMR 2 (2-5) 66-57. Salvadorenas 2 forced 23 LMMR 2 turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Cuban Leanet Gutierrez who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds and center Silvia Vega (176-2003) who added 11 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Salvadorenas 2's coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Dominican swingman Yadira Polanco (177-1992) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 15 rebounds. Salvadorenas 2 maintains third position with 4-3 record having just one point less than leader Santa Tecla 2. LMMR 2 at the other side keeps the fourth place with five games lost. Salvadorenas 2 are looking forward to face league's leader Santa Tecla 2 at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. LMMR 2 will play against the league's leader Santa Tecla 2 and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident.
Liga Mayor top team - Santa Tecla 2 (6-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed fifth ranked Santa Ana 2 (0-7) 109-27. The winners were led by Cuban center Yayma Boulet (193-1984) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) and Aida Funes supported her with 19 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. Even 13 points by guard Melany Sanchez (167-2004) did not help to save the game for Santa Ana 2. Undefeated Santa Tecla 2 have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 6-0 record. Santa Ana 2 at the other side still closes the standings with seven games lost. Santa Tecla 2 will play against Salvadorenas 2 (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Santa Ana 2 will play against the league's second-placed San Salvador and hopes to get finally their first victory.

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LMMR 2 - Salvadorenas 2 57-66

Very significant was Salvadorenas 2's (#3, 4-3) victory against one of their biggest challengers LMMR 2 (2-5) 66-57. Salvadorenas 2 forced 23 LMMR 2 turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Cuban Leanet Gutierrez who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds and center Silvia Vega (176-2003) who added 11 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Salvadorenas 2's coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Dominican swingman Yadira Polanco (177-1992) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 15 rebounds and forward Yenniffer Pena (180) scored 12 points and 7 rebounds. Salvadorenas 2 maintains third position with 4-3 record having just one point less than leader Santa Tecla 2. LMMR 2 at the other side keeps the fourth place with five games lost. Salvadorenas 2 are looking forward to face league's leader Santa Tecla 2 at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. LMMR 2 will play against the league's leader Santa Tecla 2 and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident.
Top scorers:
Salvadorenas 2: G.Leanet 13+11reb+2ast, S.Vega 11+5reb+1ast, Q.Camila 9+1reb, A.Menendez 9+4reb+1ast, G.Maria 9+2reb+1ast, L.Velasquez 8+4reb+1ast
LMMR 2: H.Vanessa 16+3reb, P.Yadira 14+15reb+2ast, P.Yenniffer 12+7reb+1ast, M.Priscila 7+4reb+1ast, M.Cibeles 4+3reb, R.Katherine 2+2reb

Santa Tecla 2 - Santa Ana 2 109-27

Liga Mayor top team - Santa Tecla 2 (6-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed fifth ranked Santa Ana 2 (0-7) 109-27. Santa Tecla 2 held Santa Ana 2 to an opponent 16.7 percent shooting from the field compared to 52.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Santa Tecla 2 forced 20 Santa Ana 2 turnovers and outrebounded them 58-23 including a 16-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Santa Tecla 2 players were unselfish on offense dishing 38 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Santa Ana 2's players. The winners were led by Cuban center Yayma Boulet (193-1984) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) and point guard Aida Funes (171-1984) supported her with 19 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. Five Santa Tecla 2 players scored in double figures. Even 13 points by guard Melany Sanchez (167-2004) did not help to save the game for Santa Ana 2. Forward Sofia Zavala (167-2005) added 4 points and 6 rebounds for the guests. Santa Tecla 2 have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 6-0 record. Santa Ana 2 at the other side still closes the standings with seven games lost. Santa Tecla 2 will play against Salvadorenas 2 (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Santa Ana 2 will play against the league's second-placed San Salvador and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Santa Tecla 2: Y.Boulet 24+11reb+1ast, A.Funes 19+7reb+8ast, M.Aristondo 15+6reb+4ast, G.Alvarado 13+8reb+3ast, L.Camila 12+9reb+2ast, A.Lima 11+5reb+7ast
Santa Ana 2: S.Melany 13+2reb+2ast, Z.Sofia 4+6reb+1ast, C.Hilda 3+3reb, P.Crissia 3, C.Cornejo 2+3reb+2ast, M.Menendez 2+2reb

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FINLAND

Madelynn Utti's triple-double lands her (Second Stage) Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

American Madelynn Utti (181-F-1998) put on an amazing game in the last round for Honka and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 7 (Second Stage).
The 24-year old forward recorded a triple-double of 18 points adding also eighteen rebounds and ten assists, while her team crushed PeKa (#1, 19-5) with 17-point margin 81-64. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Honka maintains the 3rd position in Finnish Korisliiga. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier in Second Stage. Honka will need more victories to improve their 14-10 record. Utti turned to be Honka's top player in her first season with the team. Long Beach State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Utti is in league's top in points (7th best: 20.3ppg), assists (5th best: 5.1apg) and averages solid 2.6spg and 55.7% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American forward Iimar'i Thomas (178-F-2000) of ToPo. Thomas impressed basketball fans with 32 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists. Of course she led ToPo to another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Kouvot (#8, 10-14) 98-78. ToPo's 6th position in the standings has not changed. Her team lost some distance to top teams. But 15-9 record is not bad and everything may still change. Thomas is a newcomer at ToPo 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 25.6ppg (#2). She also registered 8.1 boards per game.

The third best performed player last round was American Jade Vega (165-G-1997) of FoA (#4). Vega showcased her all-around game by recording 25 points, seven rebounds and ten assists (!!!) in the last round. She was a key player of FoA, leading her team to a 88-67 easy win against Pyrinto (13-12). FoA needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 13 victories and 12 lost games. Vega has a great season in Finland. After 24 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 6.6apg (best passer).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Iggy Allen (180-G-1998) of ToPo - 26 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Elsa Lemmila (197-C-2005) of Honka - 19 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Sydni Tears (183-G) of Catz - 21 points and 8 rebounds
7. Elina Aarnisalo (177-G-2005) of HBA-Marsky - 26 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Tierra Hodges (175-G/F-1998) of Kouvot - 16 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Terri Battle (188-C-1999) of Catz - 25 points and 9 rebounds
10. Kati Ollilainen (173-G-2003) of HBA-Marsky - 17 points, 8 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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FRANCE

NF1 Round 19: Alencon is defeated by D'Ifs - by Eurobasket News

The teams have now bigger motivation at this stage of Regular Season. Every game can be crucial and decide about teams' position at the end of Regular Season. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Alencon (15-3) at the home court on Saturday night. Hosts were rolled over by sixth ranked D'Ifs (11-8) 84-59. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Alencon. D'Ifs maintains sixth place with 11-8 record, which they share with La Glacerie. Alencon at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. They share it with Sceaux. D'Ifs is looking forward to face Colomiers (#8) on the road in the next round. Alencon will play against Anglet (#10) and is hoping to win this game.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Le Havre (12-7) against seventh ranked La Glacerie (11-8) on Saturday night. Visiting Le Havre was defeated by La Glacerie in a tough game in La Glacerie 62-71. La Glacerie moved-up to sixth place, which they share with D'Ifs. Le Havre at the other side dropped to the fourth position with seven games lost. They share it with Limoges. La Glacerie will play against Franconville (#9) at home in the next round. Le Havre will play against the league's second-placed Reze (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Sceaux. Third ranked host Sceaux (15-3) smashed 4th placed Trith Basket (9-10) 84-55. Sceaux used an opportunity after Alencon lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Trith Basket lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth place with ten games lost. They share the position with ASVEL. Sceaux will meet ASVEL (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Trith Basket will play against Escaudain and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 19: Nice won against Saint Gratien on the opponent's court 80-67. FC Lyon was outscored by Roannais in a home game 52-71. Stade Francais managed to beat Geispolsheim on the road 74-68. Orly defeated ASVEL on its own court 84-80. Escaudain was smashed by PVBC in Voiron 92-43. Reze won against Limoges at home 76-63. Le Poinconnet managed to outperform Franconville on the opponent's court 68-61. Anglet managed to beat CFBB II in a home game 58-55. Colomiers defeated Girondines on the road 66-59.

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Group A

Saint Gratien - Nice 67-80

Very expected game in Paris where 9th ranked Saint Gratien (6-12) was defeated by first ranked Nice (17-2) 80-67 on Saturday. Nice have an impressive series of thirteen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 17-2 record. Saint Gratien lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with 12 games lost. Nice will meet at home FC Lyon (#12) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Saint Gratien will play against Geispolsheim and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

FC Lyon - Roannais 52-71

Very predictable result when sixth ranked Roannais (9-8) smashed on the road 12th ranked FC Lyon (1-17) 71-52 on Saturday. Roannais have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fourth place. FC Lyon lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the twelfth position with 17 games lost. Roannais will meet at home Stade Francais (#8) in the next round. FC Lyon will play against the league's leader Nice (#1) and hope to win that game.

Geispolsheim - Stade Francais 68-74

Not a big story in a game when 11th ranked Geispolsheim (5-14) was defeated at home by eighth ranked Stade Francais (8-10) 74-68 on Saturday. Stade Francais have a solid series of four victories in a row. Newly promoted Stade Francais maintains eighth place with 8-10 record. Loser Geispolsheim keeps the eleventh position with 14 games lost. Stade Francais will meet higher ranked Roannais (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Geispolsheim will play against Saint Gratien (#9) in Paris and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Orly - ASVEL 84-80

There was a small surprise when seventh ranked Orly (9-9) beat at home 5th ranked ASVEL (9-10) 84-80 on Saturday. Orly moved-up to fifth place. ASVEL lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with ten games lost. They share it with Trith Basket. Orly will meet at home league's second-placed PVBC in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. ASVEL will play against Sceaux (#3) and hope to secure a win.

Sceaux - Trith Basket 84-55

The game between Top Four teams took place in Sceaux. Third ranked host Sceaux (15-3) smashed 4th placed Trith Basket (9-10) 84-55. Sceaux used an opportunity after Alencon lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Trith Basket lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth place with ten games lost. They share the position with ASVEL. Sceaux will meet ASVEL (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Trith Basket will play against Escaudain and hope to secure a win.

PVBC - Escaudain 92-43

There was no surprise in Voiron where 10th ranked Escaudain (6-13) was outplayed by second ranked PVBC (16-2) 92-43 on Saturday. PVBC maintains second place with 16-2 record behind leader Alencon. Newly promoted Escaudain keeps the tenth position with 13 games lost. PVBC will meet Orly (#5) in the next round. Escaudain will play against Trith Basket (#6) in Trith-Saint-Leger and hope to secure a win.

Group B

La Glacerie - Le Havre 71-62

Very important is a road loss of third ranked Le Havre (12-7) against seventh ranked La Glacerie (11-8) on Saturday night. Visiting Le Havre was defeated by La Glacerie in a tough game in La Glacerie 62-71. La Glacerie moved-up to sixth place, which they share with D'Ifs. Le Havre at the other side dropped to the fourth position with seven games lost. They share it with Limoges. La Glacerie will play against Franconville (#9) at home in the next round. Le Havre will play against the league's second-placed Reze (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Reze - Limoges 76-63

No shocking result in a game when second ranked Reze (13-4) won against at home 4th placed Limoges (12-7) 76-63 on Saturday. Reze have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain second place with 13-4 record having six points less than leader Alencon. Loser Limoges keeps the fourth position with seven games lost. They share it with Le Havre. Reze will meet Le Havre (#4) on the road in the next round. Limoges will play against Le Poinconnet and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Franconville - Le Poinconnet 61-68

Very expected game when 9th ranked Franconville (6-11) was defeated at home by fifth ranked Le Poinconnet (12-5) 68-61 on Saturday. Le Poinconnet moved-up to third place. Loser Franconville keeps the ninth position with 11 games lost. Le Poinconnet will meet Limoges (#5) on the road in the next round. Franconville will play against La Glacerie (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Anglet - CFBB II 58-55

Rather predictable result when tenth ranked Anglet (4-15) edged at home bottom-ranked CFBB II (0-17) 58-55 on Saturday. Newly promoted Anglet maintains tenth place with 4-15 record. Loser CFBB II still closes the standings with 17 games lost. Anglet will meet at home league's leader Alencon in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. CFBB II will play against Girondines (#11) and hopes to get finally their first victory.

Girondines - Colomiers 59-66

Not a big story in a game when 11th ranked Girondines (3-16) was defeated at home by eighth ranked Colomiers (10-8) 66-59 on Saturday. Colomiers maintains eighth place with 10-8 record. Girondines lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the eleventh position with 16 games lost. Colomiers will meet at home higher ranked D'Ifs (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Girondines will play against CFBB II (#12) in Paris and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Alencon - D'Ifs 59-84

The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Alencon (15-3) at the home court on Saturday night. Hosts were rolled over by sixth ranked D'Ifs (11-8) 84-59. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Alencon. D'Ifs maintains sixth place with 11-8 record, which they share with La Glacerie. Alencon at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. They share it with Sceaux. D'Ifs is looking forward to face Colomiers (#8) on the road in the next round. Alencon will play against Anglet (#10) and is hoping to win this game.

French LF2 round 18 best performance: Diana Balayera (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Mali Center Diana Balayera (191-C-1996, agency: Areus Sports) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for top-ranked Charnay, receiving a Hoops Agents LF2 Player of the Week award for round 18.
The 26-year old player had a double-double of 26 points and 10 rebounds, while her team beat SIG (#9, 8-10) 68-59. It allowed Charnay to consolidate first place in the French LF2. Charnay have a solid 15-3 record. It was one of impressive evenings for Balayera as usually she does not deliver so high stats. Diana Balayera averages this season 9.8ppg and 6.9rpg.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Nukiya Mayo (190-G/F-1998) of Montbrison. Mayo had a very good evening with 26 points and 7 rebounds. Bad luck as Montbrison lost that game 58-76 to the lower-ranked Mondeville (#10, 8-10). This loss caused Montbrison to drop to 7th position in the standings. Her team lost some distance to top teams. But 9-9 record is not bad and everything may still change. Mayo is a newcomer at Montbrison, but is already one of team's top players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.9ppg (#3). She also registered 6.9 boards per game.

Third on the list of top players last round was American guard Jill Townsend (180-G) of Champagne (#4). Townsend showcased her all-around game by recording 23 points, six rebounds and four assists in the last round. She was a key player of Champagne, leading her team to a 79-45 easy win against CFBB (#12, 0-18). Champagne needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 10 victories and 8 lost games. Townsend has a great season in France. After only 9 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.7ppg (4th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Alexa Middleton (175-G-1995) of Feytiat - 25 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists
5. Sabrine Bouzenna (169-PG-1993) of Mondeville - 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Catherine Mosengo-Masa (192-C-1996) of Monaco - 15 points and 11 rebounds
7. Aurore Pautou (188-PF-1982) of La Tronche - 19 points and 14 rebounds
8. Mariama Daramy (180-G/F-2002) of Aulnoye - 17 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Nicole Enabosi (183-F-1997) of Chartres - 10 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists
10. Victoria Harris (191-F/C-1996) of SIG - 16 points and 8 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)

LFB Round 16: Lyon keeps a leadership position - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Lyon as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Lyon edged 8th ranked Tarbes at home 56-54. Lyon forced 19 Tarbes turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Marine Johannes (174-1995) who helped to win the game recording 11 points and 4 assists. The former international forward Gabrielle Williams (180-1996, college: UConn) contributed with 11 points for the winners. The former international center Ana Tadic (197-1998, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) replied with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds for Tarbes. Lyon (14-2) have an impressive seven-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Tarbes at the other side keeps the eighth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Hainaut and Angers. Tarbes will play next round against Landes trying to get back on the winning streak. Lyon will try to continue on its current victory against twelfth ranked Toulouse on the road.
Leading Bourges (13-3) recorded its third loss at the home court. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Villeneuve (12-4) 82-72. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Bourges. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Kamiah Smalls (178-1998, college: JMU) who helped to win the game recording 18 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and Janelle Salaun who added 17 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. Villeneuve's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. At the losing side Serbian-American guard Yvonne Anderson (170-1990, college: Texas) responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists. Villeneuve moved-up to third place, which they share with BLMA. Defending champion Bourges dropped to the second position with three games lost. Villeneuve will play against Hainaut (#10) in Saint-Amand in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Bourges will play on the road against Flammes (#5) in Charleville and hopes to get back on the winning track.
A very close game took place in Montpellier between Flammes and BLMA. Fifth ranked Flammes (8-8) got a very close victory on the road over 3rd ranked BLMA (12-4). Flammes managed to escape with a 2-point win 82-80 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of BLMA. The winners were led by Nikolina Milic who had that evening a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds. Flammes' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Even 25 points and 9 assists by Julie Vanloo did not help to save the game for BLMA. Flammes maintains fifth position with 8-8 record. Loser BLMA keeps the third place with four games lost. They share the position with Villeneuve. Flammes will meet at home league's second-placed Bourges in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. BLMA will play against Roche in La Roche and hope to secure a win.

Other games in round 16 were not that significant. Angers beat Landes on the road 75-71. Bretagne was destroyed by Roche on its own court 60-96. Bottom-ranked Toulouse unfortunately lost to Hainaut in Saint-Amand 54-61.

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Landes - Angers 71-75

There was a surprise result when ninth ranked Angers (6-10) beat higher ranked Landes (7-9) in Mont de Marsan 75-71 on Saturday. The winners were led by American point guard Alexis Peterson (173-1995, college: Syracuse) who scored that evening 19 points and the other American import swingman Jasmine Bailey (176-1990, college: UIC) supported her with 7 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Angers players scored in double figures. Even 25 points and 5 assists by the former international point guard Marine Fauthoux (173-2001) did not help to save the game for Landes. Swedish power forward Regan Magarity (190-1996, college: Virginia Tech) added 15 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Angers moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Tarbes and Hainaut. Loser Landes dropped to the sixth position with nine games lost. They share it with Roche. Angers will meet at home Bretagne (#11) in the next round. Landes will play against Tarbes (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Angers: A.Peterson 19+1reb+3ast, K.Elenga 17+2reb, J.Cornelie-Sigmundova 12+2reb+3ast, L.Leila 11+3reb+3ast, N.Fofana 9+4reb, J.Bailey 7+11reb+5ast
Landes: M.Fauthoux 25+2reb+5ast, R.Magarity 15+7reb+1ast, K.Chery 9+2reb+2ast, M.Paget 7+2reb+3ast, K.Mann 6+1reb+2ast, R.Sara 3

Bretagne - Roche 60-96

Very expected game when 11th ranked Bretagne (3-13) was smashed by seventh ranked Roche (7-9) in Pleyber-Christ 96-60 on Saturday. Roche dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Bretagne's 38. Roche forced 20 Bretagne turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Bretagne's players. The winners were led by point guard Coline Franchelin (166-1999) who scored that evening 13 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists and American-Jamaican forward Tiffany Clarke (183-1991, college: Vanderbilt) supported her with 14 points and 4 assists. Five Roche players scored in double figures. Roche's coach felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 12 points, 8 assists and 6 steals by the former international point guard Virginie Bremont (177-1987) did not help to save the game for Bretagne. Forward Awa Trasi (185-1999, college: LSU) added 14 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Roche moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Landes. Bretagne lost third consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 13 games lost. Roche will meet at home higher ranked BLMA (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Bretagne will play against Angers (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Roche: T.Pouye 16+2reb, N.Mbandu 15+4reb, T.Clarke 14+4reb+4ast, C.Franchelin 13+5reb+7ast, O.Monpierre 12+4reb+3ast, L.Geiselsoeder 8+3reb
Bretagne: A.Trasi 14+6reb, V.Bremont 12+3reb+8ast, R.Davis 10+4reb, L.Dongue 9+4reb+1ast, A.Ngo Ndjock 7+3reb+2ast, M.Simmons 4+3reb

BLMA - Flammes 80-82

A very close game took place in Montpellier between Flammes and BLMA. Fifth ranked Flammes (8-8) got a very close victory on the road over 3rd ranked BLMA (12-4). Flammes managed to escape with a 2-point win 82-80 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of BLMA. The winners were led by Serbian center Nikolina Milic (191-1994) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds and the former international point guard Amel Bouderra (160-1989) supported her with 12 points, 9 assists and 4 steals. Flammes' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Even 25 points and 9 assists by Belgian point guard Julie Vanloo (172-1993) did not help to save the game for BLMA. The former international power forward Marieme Badiane (190-1994, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) added 12 points and 10 rebounds for lost side. Five Flammes and four BLMA players scored in double figures. Flammes maintains fifth position with 8-8 record. Loser BLMA keeps the third place with four games lost. They share the position with Villeneuve. Flammes will meet at home league's second-placed Bourges in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. BLMA will play against Roche in La Roche and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Flammes: N.Milic 19+11reb+3ast, A.Bouderra 12+3reb+9ast, S.Colley 12+3reb+2ast, B.Fraser 10+4reb+3ast, V.Vivians 10+4reb+1ast, S.Chevaugeon 7+2reb+2ast
BLMA: J.Vanloo 25+1reb+9ast, R.Bernies 14+4reb+4ast, M.Toure 14+2reb+2ast, M.Badiane 12+10reb+1ast, K.Linskens 7+2reb, H.Peters 4+5reb

Bourges - Villeneuve 72-82

Leading Bourges (13-3) recorded its third loss at the home court. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Villeneuve (12-4) 82-72. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Bourges. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Kamiah Smalls (178-1998, college: JMU) who helped to win the game recording 18 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international forward Janelle Salaun (186-2001) who added 17 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. Villeneuve's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. At the losing side Serbian-American guard Yvonne Anderson (170-1990, college: Texas) responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists and Laetitia Guapo (181-1995) scored 21 points and 6 rebounds (made all of her seven free throws). Villeneuve moved-up to third place, which they share with BLMA. Defending champion Bourges dropped to the second position with three games lost. Villeneuve will play against Hainaut (#10) in Saint-Amand in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Bourges will play on the road against Flammes (#5) in Charleville and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Villeneuve: K.Smalls 18+5reb+5ast, J.Salaun 17+6reb+2ast, K.Burke 14+7reb+3ast, H.Ben-Abdelkader 9+1ast, K.Diaby 8+5reb, C.Heriaud 8+3reb+4ast
Bourges: Y.Anderson 21+7reb+10ast, L.Guapo 21+6reb+3ast, K.Alexander 12+3reb+1ast, A.Steinberga 7+3reb, N.Miyem 5+3reb, E.Godin 4+4reb+2ast

Hainaut - Toulouse 61-54

Rather predictable result when tenth ranked Hainaut (6-10) won against bottom-ranked Toulouse (2-14) in Saint-Amand 61-54 on Saturday. The winners were led by American-Nigerian power forward Oderah Chidom (193-1995, college: Duke) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds and Croatian Iva Slonjsak (183-1997, agency: LBM Management) supported her with 15 points and 7 rebounds. Four Hainaut players scored in double figures. Even 11 points and 5 rebounds by American-Belizean forward Aishah Sutherland (187-1990, college: Kansas) did not help to save the game for Toulouse. Swedish guard Kalis Loyd (188-1989, college: Lamar) added 15 points for lost side. Hainaut moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Tarbes and Angers. Toulouse lost fourteenth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay at the bottom position with 14 games lost. Hainaut will meet higher ranked Villeneuve (#4) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Toulouse will play against the league's leader Lyon (#1) having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Hainaut: O.Chidom 18+13reb, I.Slonjsak 15+7reb+2ast, P.Lithard 10+2reb+1ast, J.Thompson 10+1reb+1ast, N.Kucowski 6+3reb+3ast, D.Hatoumata 2+3reb
Toulouse: K.Loyd 15+2reb+1ast, A.Sutherland 11+5reb+2ast, N.Brochant 9+2reb, I.Strunc 7+8reb+1ast, K.Lambert 6+5reb+5ast, M.de Freitas 6+2reb+1ast

Lyon - Tarbes 56-54

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Lyon as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Lyon edged 8th ranked Tarbes at home 56-54. Lyon forced 19 Tarbes turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Marine Johannes (174-1995) who helped to win the game recording 11 points and 4 assists. The former international forward Gabrielle Williams (180-1996, college: UConn) contributed with 11 points for the winners. The former international center Ana Tadic (197-1998, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) replied with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds and the former international center Isabelle Yacoubou (190-1986) added 11 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Tarbes. Lyon (14-2) have an impressive seven-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Tarbes at the other side keeps the eighth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Hainaut and Angers. Tarbes will play next round against Landes trying to get back on the winning streak. Lyon will try to continue on its current victory against twelfth ranked Toulouse on the road.
Top scorers:
Lyon: G.Williams 11+4reb, M.Johannes 11+1reb+4ast, A.Chartereau 8+6reb, J.Allemand 8+5reb+1ast, J.Juste 5+2reb+1ast, S.Gruda 5+9reb
Tarbes: A.Tadic 11+11reb, I.Yacoubou 11+8reb+2ast, L.Carla 9+2reb+4ast, C.Samson 9+2reb+2ast, M.Foppossi 6+3reb, M.Pardon 5+4reb+2ast

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GERMANY

Standings - Women

DBBL Standings

1Hannover 15-3
2Keltern 14-4
3Herner 11-7
4Noerdlingen 10-8
5Osnabrueck 10-8
6ALBA Berlin 9-9
7Saarlouis 9-9
8Freiburg 5-13
9 Marburg 4-14
10Halle 3-15
11Rheinland 0-0

Regular Season: Round 22

Mar. 12: ALBA Berlin - Freiburg 85-56
Mar. 12: Keltern - Herner 74-52
Mar. 12: Saarlouis - Halle 62-47
Mar. 12: Noerdlingen - Hannover 53-70

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HOLLAND

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Marlou DE KLEIJN

Binn.
(183-G-1992)
Avg: 22.0

22.0

19.5

18.9

16.6

16.4

Eredivisie Round 7 of Second Stage - by Eurobasket News

There are only two more rounds left in the Second Stage in Eredivisie. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most interesting game of round 7 was a home defeat of 4th placed Jolly J. (12-11) by third ranked Triple Threat (13-10) who outscored them by 24 points 78-54 in the game for the third place. Triple Threat maintains third place with 13-10 record behind leader Den Helder. Jolly J. at the other side keeps the fourth position with 11 games lost. Triple Threat are looking forward to face league's leader Den Helder at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Jolly J. will play against the league's second-placed Grasshoppers in Katwijk and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Important game to mention about took place in Weert. Fourth ranked BAL Weert (5-19) saved a 1-point victory at home edging much higher ranked Lekdetec.nl (8-15) 58-57 on Saturday evening. It was an exceptional evening for American forward Sydney Clayton (180, college: Shepherd) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds. Marit Arts accounted for 14 points. Forward Yordi Kathmann (176-1994) came up with 20 points and 5 rebounds for Lekdetec.nl in the defeat. Newly promoted BAL Weert maintains fourth place with 5-19 record. Lekdetec.nl at the other side keeps the second position with 15 games lost. BAL Weert will play against higher ranked Martini Sparks (#3) in Haren in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Lekdetec.nl will play at home against the league's leader Landslake and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Landsmeer. First ranked host Landslake (14-10) smashed 3rd placed Martini Sparks (5-18) 83-51. Charlotte van Kleef fired a double-double by scoring 32 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Kim Jaasma produced a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds for lost side. Martini Sparks' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Landslake have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 14-10 record. Loser Martini Sparks keep the third position with 18 games lost. Landslake will meet league's second-placed Lekdetec.nl in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Martini Sparks will play against BAL Weert and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last game of round 7 Den Helder destroyed Binnenland on the opponent's court 80-51.

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Binnenland - Den Helder 51-80

Very expected game in Barendecht where 5th ranked Binnenland (9-12) was crushed by first ranked Den Helder (18-2) 80-51 on Friday. Den Helder dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Binnenland's 34. Den Helder forced 19 Binnenland turnovers and outrebounded them 44-21 including a 15-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. American forward Kelsi Lidge (173, college: Drexel) fired a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. The former international point guard Janiek van Veen (173-1995) chipped in 9 points and 8 assists. Four Den Helder players scored in double figures. The former international swingman Jamailah Adams (180-1993) produced 10 points and 7 assists and the former international Janine Guijt (173-1995, college: Regina) added 15 points respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Den Helder have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 18-2 record. Binnenland lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with 12 games lost. Den Helder will meet Triple Threat (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Binnenland will play against the league's second-placed Grasshoppers and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Den Helder: K.Lidge 13+11reb+2ast, T.Lotte 11+7reb+1ast, V.Iris 11+2reb, K.Fleuren 10+7reb+2ast, V.Linge Mecx 10+2reb+2ast, J.van Veen 9+4reb+8ast
Binnenland: J.Guijt 15+1reb+1ast, J.Adams 10+4reb+7ast, O.Beyza 8+2reb+3ast, B.Florianne 8+1reb, V.Oosten Eva 7+5reb, A.Mylah 2+4reb+1ast

Jolly J. - Triple Threat 54-78

The most interesting game of round 7 was a home defeat of 4th placed Jolly J. (12-11) by third ranked Triple Threat (13-10) who outscored them by 24 points 78-54 in the game for the third place. Triple Threat maintains third place with 13-10 record behind leader Den Helder. Jolly J. at the other side keeps the fourth position with 11 games lost. Triple Threat are looking forward to face league's leader Den Helder at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Jolly J. will play against the league's second-placed Grasshoppers in Katwijk and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Landslake - Martini Sparks 83-51

The game between Top Four teams took place in Landsmeer. First ranked host Landslake (14-10) smashed 3rd placed Martini Sparks (5-18) 83-51. They outrebounded Martini Sparks 56-38 including 19 on the offensive glass. The former international center Charlotte van Kleef (190-1996) fired a double-double by scoring 32 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. The former international guard Myrthe Den Heeten (173-1997, college: Wright St.) chipped in 12 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Landslake players scored in double figures. Kim Jaasma produced a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds and American guard Leah Porath (175, college: UW-Oshkosh) added 11 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Martini Sparks' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Landslake have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 14-10 record. Loser Martini Sparks keep the third position with 18 games lost. Landslake will meet league's second-placed Lekdetec.nl in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Martini Sparks will play against BAL Weert and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Landslake: C.van Kleef 32+11reb+1ast, E.Etienne 13+8reb+2ast, L.Pengel 12+4reb+5ast, M.Den Heeten 12+8reb+5ast, N.Boesaart 4+3reb+1ast, I.Le Belle 4+3reb
Martini Sparks: K.Jaasma 19+11reb+2ast, L.Porath 11+7reb+3ast, E.Mayo 9+6reb+1ast, S.Emma 6+4reb, D.Mulder 3+4reb, P.Gitte 2+1ast

BAL Weert - Lekdetec.nl 58-57

Important game to mention about took place in Weert. Fourth ranked BAL Weert (5-19) saved a 1-point victory at home edging much higher ranked Lekdetec.nl (8-15) 58-57 on Saturday evening. BAL Weert forced 21 Lekdetec.nl turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for American forward Sydney Clayton (180, college: Shepherd) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds. Marit Arts accounted for 14 points for the winning side. Forward Yordi Kathmann (176-1994) came up with 20 points and 5 rebounds and guard Anne van Vlijmen (170-1999) added 9 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Lekdetec.nl in the defeat. Newly promoted BAL Weert maintains fourth place with 5-19 record. Lekdetec.nl at the other side keeps the second position with 15 games lost. BAL Weert will play against higher ranked Martini Sparks (#3) in Haren in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Lekdetec.nl will play at home against the league's leader Landslake and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
BAL Weert: A.Marit 14+4reb+1ast, S.Clayton 14+12reb, A.LaPorta 9+7reb+2ast, K.Siri 7+1reb+2ast, B.Fleur 5+2reb+1ast, T.Emma 5+8reb+1ast
Lekdetec.nl: Y.Kathmann 20+5reb, A.Kantebeen 11+4reb+4ast, A.van Vlijmen 9+8reb+3ast, T.Renske 8+3reb+2ast, S.Rinske 4+3reb+3ast, W.Janiek 3+3reb

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ICELAND

stats leader

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Aliyah COLLIER

Njardvik
(183-G-1997)
Avg: 22.8

22.8

20.9

20.8

20.3

19.2

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IRELAND

Division 1 Standings

Super League Standings

Regular Season: Round 18

Mar. 12: DCU Mercy - Liffey Celtics 88-50
Mar. 11: NUIG Mystics - Ulster Elks 86-75
Mar. 12: Glanmire - WIT Wildcats 81-83
Mar. 11: Trinity Meteors - Brunell 79-82
Mar. 11: Killester - Fr.Mathews 103-75

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ITALY

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jessica SHEPARD

Venezia
(193-F-1996)
Avg: 20.9

20.9

20.0

19.6

18.7

17.7

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JAPAN

WJBL NBDL Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Minami SHIRASAKI

Himeji
(166-SG-1996)
Avg: 22.8

22.8

20.9

17.9

16.1

15.8

WJBL Round 24: Mitsubishi K. beat Denso I. by three after a very close game - by Eurobasket News

There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in WJBL. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most exciting game of round 24 in the WJBL took place in Kariya. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of second-best Denso I. (20-4) to third ranked Mitsubishi K. (18-6) 67-64 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the nine-game winning streak of Denso I.. It was a good game for the former international Aya Watanabe (168-1992) who led her team to a victory with 24 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. The former international Yuka Kosuge (181-1991) contributed with 18 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. The former international center Maki Takada (185-1989) replied with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 11 rebounds for Denso I.Mitsubishi K. maintains third position with 18-6 record having four points less than leader Toyota A. Denso I. at the other side keeps the second place with four games lost. Mitsubishi K. are looking forward to face Himeji E. (#13) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Denso I. will play against the league's leader Toyota A. (#1) in Nagoya and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
WJBL top team - Toyota A. (22-2) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat sixth ranked Fujitsu RW (14-10) in Kawasaki 66-56. Worth to mention a quality performance of Senegalese center Sokhna Sylla (200-1997) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds and Stephanie Mawuli who added 12 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international point guard Rui Machida (162-1993) with 20 points, 7 assists and 4 steals. Toyota A. have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 22-2 record. Fujitsu RW at the other side keeps the sixth place with ten games lost. Toyota A. will play against league's second-placed Denso I. in Kariya in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Fujitsu RW will play at home against Aranmare A. (#10) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
The game between fourth ranked Eneos S. (16-6) and 7th ranked Chanson V-M (13-11) in Kashiwa on Sunday ended with biggest points difference. Eneos S. outscored guests from Shizuoka 111-67. The winners were led by Ramu Tokashiki who had that evening a double-double by scoring 32 points and 11 rebounds (on 15-of-16 shooting from the field). Even 21 points and 8 rebounds by Mai Yoshida did not help to save the game for Chanson V-M. Eneos S. have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 16-6 record. Loser Chanson V-M keeps the seventh place with 11 games lost. Eneos S. will meet at home Toyota BSR (#5) in the next round. Chanson V-M will play against Yamanashi QB and hope to secure a win.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 24: Aishin AW smashed Yamanashi QB on the road 92-61. Hitachi Cougars destroyed Himeji E. on its own court 93-71. Bottom-ranked Niigata R. unfortunately lost to Haneda V. in Tokyo 68-86. Aranmare A. was rolled over Toyota BSR at home 55-81.

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Yamanashi QB - Aishin AW 61-92

No shocking result in a game when ninth ranked Aishin AW (9-15) crushed on the road 12th ranked Yamanashi QB (5-19) 92-61 on Sunday. Aishin AW dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Yamanashi QB's 20. Aishin AW forced 23 Yamanashi QB turnovers and outrebounded them 47-31 including 22 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Yamanashi QB's players. The winners were led by point guard CaiDeng Sakai (164-1995) who scored that evening 9 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists and forward Yonetani Kaime (179-1997) supported her with 10 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Aishin AW players scored in double figures. Even 9 points and 6 assists by Nanami Hamanishi (168-1998) did not help to save the game for Yamanashi QB. Moeno Oka (176-1993) added 11 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. Aishin AW maintains ninth position with 9-15 record. Loser Yamanashi QB keeps the twelfth place with 19 games lost. Aishin AW will meet Haneda V. (#11) in the next round. Yamanashi QB will play against Chanson V-M and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Yamanashi QB: M.Oka 11+4reb, N.Ayana 10+1reb, K.Niandi 9+1reb+2ast, H.Nanami 9+4reb+6ast, Y.Ishida 7+1reb+1ast, A.Watanabe 5+6reb+2ast
Aishin AW: Y.Nanaka 14+5reb+1ast, J.Mineharu 13+2reb+2ast, U.Misa 11+2reb+3ast, K.Yonetani 10+6reb+4ast, C.Sakai 9+7reb+8ast, S.Natsuki 8+3reb+2ast

Hitachi Cougars - Himeji E. 93-71

Very expected game when 13th ranked Himeji E. (4-20) was smashed by eighth ranked Hitachi Cougars (12-12) in Hitachinaka 93-71 on Sunday. Hitachi Cougars made 27-of-35 free shots (77.1 percent) during the game. Hitachi Cougars outrebounded Himeji E. 56-41 including a 32-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Himeji E.'s players. The winners were led by Senegalese center Daramee Malem-Doi (187-1997) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 24 points and 14 rebounds and power forward Yuki Nakano (181-1996) supported her with 21 points and 6 rebounds. Four Hitachi Cougars players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 22 points and 10 rebounds by Minami Shirasaki (166-1996) did not help to save the game for Himeji E.. Point guard Aoi Ishimaki (165-2000) added 11 points and 7 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Hitachi Cougars maintains eighth position with 12-12 record. Newly promoted Himeji E. keeps the thirteenth place with 20 games lost. Hitachi Cougars will meet at home bottom-ranked Niigata R. (#14) in the next round where they are favorite. Himeji E. will play against Mitsubishi K. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Himeji E.: S.Minami 22+10reb+3ast, I.Aoi 11+7reb+1ast, E.Maho 8+2reb+3ast, H.Shiori 7+3reb, M.Wenwu 7+2reb+2ast, M.Yamamoto 6+1reb+2ast
Hitachi Cougars: M.Daramee 24+14reb+3ast, N.Yuki 21+6reb+2ast, N.Sato 13+5reb+5ast, A.Hoshi 12+5reb+4ast, K.Mayu 11+3ast, S.Ikuri 8+10reb+3ast

Eneos S. - Chanson V-M 111-67

The game between fourth ranked Eneos S. (16-6) and 7th ranked Chanson V-M (13-11) in Kashiwa on Sunday ended with biggest points difference. Eneos S. outscored guests from Shizuoka 111-67. Eneos S. dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Chanson V-M's 44. The winners were led by the former international power forward Ramu Tokashiki (193-1991) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 32 points and 11 rebounds (on 15-of-16 shooting from the field) and the former international forward Moeko Nagaoka (183-1993) supported her with 18 points (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!). Even 21 points and 8 rebounds by the former international swingman Mai Yoshida (175-1998) did not help to save the game for Chanson V-M. Aina Kaneda (175-1998) added 16 points and 5 assists. Eneos S. have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 16-6 record. Loser Chanson V-M keeps the seventh place with 11 games lost. Eneos S. will meet at home Toyota BSR (#5) in the next round. Chanson V-M will play against Yamanashi QB and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Chanson V-M: Y.Mai 21+8reb+2ast, K.Aina 16+3reb+5ast, N.Parei 10+3reb, H.Kuke 9+4reb+5ast, U.Izoje 6+5reb, Y.Yuri 3+1reb+5ast
Eneos S.: R.Tokashiki 32+11reb+2ast, M.Nagaoka 18+2reb+3ast, A.Hoshi 11+3reb+3ast, R.Okuyama 9+2reb, S.Okamoto 8+3reb+1ast, F.Mako 8+1ast

Haneda V. - Niigata R. 86-68

Rather predictable result when eleventh ranked Haneda V. (6-16) won against bottom-ranked Niigata R. (3-21) in Tokyo 86-68 on Sunday. The winners were led by swingman Takano Hashikouta (168-1995) who scored that evening 21 points and 4 assists and swingman Sayako Owase (177-1997) supported her with 11 points and 13 rebounds. Even 14 points and 8 rebounds by Naomi Kitagawa (174-1994) did not help to save the game for Niigata R.. Point guard Yukina Sakata (163-1996) added 13 points and 6 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Haneda V. maintains eleventh position with 6-16 record. Niigata R. lost third consecutive game. They stay dead last with 21 lost games. Haneda V. will meet at home higher ranked Aishin AW (#9) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Niigata R. will play against Hitachi Cougars (#8) in Hitachinaka and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Niigata R.: N.Kitagawa 14+8reb+1ast, S.Yukina 13+2reb+6ast, H.Nakamura 8+3reb, I.Nakayama 7+5reb+2ast, M.Nishitarumizu 7+3reb+2ast, K.Midori 4+1ast
Haneda V.: H.Takano 21+2reb+4ast, Y.Tsumura 14+2reb+2ast, O.Sayako 11+13reb+2ast, N.Motohashi 9+1reb+4ast, H.Makoto 7+5reb+1ast, O.Hana 7+4reb

Aranmare A. - Toyota BSR 55-81

Not a big story in a game when 10th ranked Aranmare A. (8-16) was outscored by fifth ranked Toyota BSR (16-8) in Akita 81-55 on Sunday. Toyota BSR dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Aranmare A.'s 14. They outrebounded Aranmare A. 47-32 including 18 on the offensive glass. The winners were led by swingman Asami Saito (174-1996) who scored that evening 7 points and 5 assists and Saki Iijima (173-1992) supported her with 7 points. Even 16 points and 5 rebounds by Airi Kitagawa (172-1998) did not help to save the game for Aranmare A.. Swingman Yuka Takahashi (174-1999) added 13 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. Toyota BSR maintains fifth position with 16-8 record. Aranmare A. lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the tenth place with 16 games lost. Toyota BSR will meet higher ranked Eneos S. (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Aranmare A. will play against Fujitsu RW (#6) in Kawasaki and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Aranmare A.: A.Kitagawa 16+5reb+3ast, T.Yuka 13+2reb+1ast, A.Hiramatsu 6+2reb+3ast, O.Suzu 5+3reb+4ast, S.Chihiro 5+1reb+1ast, T.Yoko 5+1reb+5ast
Toyota BSR: F.Yume 9, S.Iijima 7+4reb+2ast, H.Asuka 7+1reb+4ast, S.Asami 7+2reb+5ast, I.Misora 7+2reb+1ast, E.Odobo 6+4reb

Fujitsu RW - Toyota A. 56-66

WJBL top team - Toyota A. (22-2) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat sixth ranked Fujitsu RW (14-10) in Kawasaki 66-56. They outrebounded Fujitsu RW 52-33 including 23 on the offensive glass. Worth to mention a quality performance of Senegalese center Sokhna Sylla (200-1997) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds and the former international center Stephanie Mawuli (182-1998) who added 12 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international point guard Rui Machida (162-1993) with 20 points, 7 assists and 4 steals and the former international power forward Yunika Nakamura (178-1995) scored 15 points and 7 rebounds. Toyota A. have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 22-2 record. Fujitsu RW at the other side keeps the sixth place with ten games lost. Toyota A. will play against league's second-placed Denso I. in Kariya in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Fujitsu RW will play at home against Aranmare A. (#10) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Fujitsu RW: R.Machida 20+3reb+7ast, Y.Nakamura 15+7reb+2ast, O.Eri 7+2reb+2ast, M.Tanaka 7+7reb, U.Akina 5+10reb+1ast, v.Novon Joshuana 2
Toyota A.: M.Yamamoto 17+2reb, S.Mawuli 12+5reb+6ast, S.Sylla 12+14reb, M.Fujitaka 8+6reb, A.Hirashita 8+3reb, K.Miyashita 5+7reb+2ast

Denso I. - Mitsubishi K. 64-67

The most exciting game of round 24 in the WJBL took place in Kariya. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of second-best Denso I. (20-4) to third ranked Mitsubishi K. (18-6) 67-64 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the nine-game winning streak of Denso I.. It was a good game for the former international Aya Watanabe (168-1992) who led her team to a victory with 24 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. The former international Yuka Kosuge (181-1991) contributed with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. The former international center Maki Takada (185-1989) replied with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 11 rebounds and the former international center Akaho Himawari (184-1998) added 15 points and 14 rebounds in the effort for Denso I.Mitsubishi K. maintains third position with 18-6 record having four points less than leader Toyota A. Denso I. at the other side keeps the second place with four games lost. Mitsubishi K. are looking forward to face Himeji E. (#13) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Denso I. will play against the league's leader Toyota A. (#1) in Nagoya and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Denso I.: M.Takada 23+11reb, A.Himawari 15+14reb+3ast, S.Akaho 7+6reb+2ast, W.Yuri 5+2reb, H.Shinohara 4+1ast, A.Kimura 3+3ast
Mitsubishi K.: A.Watanabe 24+8reb+6ast, Y.Kosuge 18+12reb+6ast, N.Haruno 13+6reb+2ast, R.Nishioka 8+9reb+2ast, K.Hamaguchi 2, F.Nodoka 2+6reb+2ast

Best players of Japanese WJBL round 23 - by Eurobasket News

Experienced International Power forward Ramu Tokashiki (193-F/C-1991) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Eneos S. and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 23.
The 31-year old power forward had a double-double of 18 points and twelve rebounds, while her team crushed Chanson V-M (#7, 13-10) with 18-point margin 80-62. Eneos S. maintains the 4th position in Japanese WJBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Eneos S. will need more victories to improve their 15-6 record. Tokashiki has many years of experience at Eneos S., through which she has constantly improved. Tokashiki has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in points (2nd best: 20.1ppg), rebounds (2nd best: 11.1rpg) and averages solid 2.2bpg and 70.2% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Senegalese center Daramee Malem-Doi (187-C-1997) of Hitachi Cougars. Malem-Doi impressed basketball fans with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course she led Hitachi Cougars to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Himeji E. (#13, 4-19) 91-70. Hitachi Cougars' 8th position in the standings has not changed. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 11-12 record. Malem-Doi is one of the most experienced players at Hitachi Cougars and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.7ppg (#3). She also registered 9.0 boards per game.

The third best performed player last round was international guard Aya Watanabe (168-SG-1992) of Mitsubishi K. (#3). Watanabe showcased her all-around game by recording 23 points, five rebounds and seven assists in the last round. Despite Watanabe's great performance Mitsubishi K. lost 63-67 to #2 ranked Denso I.. But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The last thing Mitsubishi K. needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 17 victories and 6 lost games. Watanabe has a great season in Japan. After 23 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 15.8ppg (6th best) and assists with 7.7apg (best passer).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Nanami Sato (175-F-1996) of Hitachi Cougars - 10 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Izoje Uche (188-C-2004) of Chanson V-M - 16 points and 11 rebounds
6. Minami Shirasaki (166-SG-1996) of Himeji E. - 25 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Mika Fujitaka (178-F-1989) of Toyota A. - 15 points and 9 rebounds
8. Akaho Himawari (184-C-1998) of Denso I. - 12 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Mamiko Tanaka (180-C/F-1996) of Fujitsu RW - 14 points and 11 rebounds
10. June Mineharu (171-SG-1999) of Aishin AW - 13 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)

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Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

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RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Elizaveta MITINA

Tomiris
(171-SG-1998)
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18.9

17.8

16.4

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D1 Round 2 (Second Stage): Turan beat Astana Tigers in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News

There were only 2 rounds played so far and it's still very beginning of the Second Stage in D1. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

An exciting game was played in Turkistan. Turan faced Astana Tigers. Host Turan smashed guests from Astana 70-48. The best player for the winners was Ukrainian power forward Ganna Rulyova (183-1986, agency: BIG) who had a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds. Russian guard Arina Glazacheva (178-1995) chipped in 15 points. The former international center Anna Bezgodova (192-1992) produced 4 points and 12 rebounds 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. Turan are looking forward to face Tomiris in Almaty in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Astana Tigers will have a break next round.
An exciting game was played in Pavlodar. Tomiris faced Irtysh. Guests from Almaty smashed host Irtysh 80-52. Ukrainian guard Elizaveta Mitina (172-1998) orchestrated the victory by scoring 16 points. Darya Kamasheva contributed with 7 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Forward Yekaterina Gammer (174-2003) replied with 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for Irtysh. 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. Tomiris will play against Turan in Turkistan in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Irtysh will play on the road against Caspiy Aktau and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
An exciting game was played in Kokshetay. Okzhetpes faced Shymkent. Host Okzhetpes smashed guests from Kazygurt 76-51. Kamila Amanzholova scored 20 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners. Dariya Kovaleva responded with 13 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. Okzhetpes will meet at home Aktobe in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Shymkent will play against Barsy Atyr. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last game of round 2 winless Barsy Atyr. was crushed by Aktobe in a road game 73-37.
The best stats of 2nd round was 11 points and 5 rebounds by Elmira Abikeyeva of Tomiris.

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Group A

Turan - Astana Tigers 70-48

An exciting game was played in Turkistan. Turan faced Astana Tigers. Host Turan smashed guests from Astana 70-48. The best player for the winners was Ukrainian power forward Ganna Rulyova (183-1986, agency: BIG) who had a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds. Russian guard Arina Glazacheva (178-1995) chipped in 15 points. The former international center Anna Bezgodova (192-1992) produced 4 points and 12 rebounds and forward Dariya Tsukanova (178-2007) added 8 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. Turan are looking forward to face Tomiris in Almaty in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Astana Tigers will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Turan: A.Glazacheva 15+2reb+1ast, G.Rulyova 13+12reb+1ast, R.Gavriluk 10+3reb+1ast, Z.Kurazova 6+5reb, K.Symbat 6+6reb+1ast, B.Dinara 5+1reb+2ast
Astana Tigers: D.Koroleva 10+1reb, T.Dariya 8+3reb+1ast, K.Mariya 6+2ast, T.Kuzmina 6+2reb+1ast, K.Anna 4+2reb, A.Bezgodova 4+12reb+1ast

Irtysh - Tomiris 52-80

An exciting game was played in Pavlodar. Tomiris faced Irtysh. Guests from Almaty smashed host Irtysh 80-52. Tomiris forced 22 Irtysh turnovers. Ukrainian guard Elizaveta Mitina (172-1998) orchestrated the victory by scoring 16 points. Russian forward Darya Kamasheva (181-2005) contributed with 7 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Four Tomiris players scored in double figures. Forward Yekaterina Gammer (174-2003) replied with 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and power forward Tamila Zhakipova (182-2000) added 10 points and 11 rebounds in the effort for Irtysh. 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. Tomiris will play against Turan in Turkistan in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Irtysh will play on the road against Caspiy Aktau and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Tomiris: E.Mitina 16+3reb+1ast, V.Kapitonova 12+2reb, A.Kovalevskaya 12+4reb+3ast, B.Diana 11+6reb+1ast, E.Abikeyeva 11+5reb+1ast, K.Darya 7+10reb+3ast
Irtysh: G.Yekaterina 17+5reb+4ast, Z.Tamila 10+11reb, X.Abdurashitova 6+3reb+2ast, K.Erzada 5+1reb, K.Kamilya 5+3reb, R.Tutkishova 4+5reb+1ast

Group B

Okzhetpes - Shymkent 76-51

An exciting game was played in Kokshetay. Okzhetpes faced Shymkent. Host Okzhetpes smashed guests from Kazygurt 76-51. Okzhetpes forced 24 Shymkent turnovers and outrebounded them 50-30 including a 18-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Point guard Kamila Amanzholova (163-2004) scored 20 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and forward Ulyana Kudrevtseva (175-1999) chipped in 14 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Four Okzhetpes players scored in double figures. Swingman Dariya Kovaleva (174-2002) responded with 13 points and guard Akmaral Ryskulbek (173-1998) scored 6 points and 7 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 rest. Okzhetpes will meet at home Aktobe in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Shymkent will play against Barsy Atyr. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Okzhetpes: A.Kamila 20+8reb+4ast, U.Kudrevtseva 14+9reb+2ast, B.Zoya 11+5reb+4ast, Y.Nadezhda 10+6reb+7ast, K.Aydana 8+6reb+2ast, K.Milana 4+1reb
Shymkent: K.Dariya 13+4reb, S.Symbat 9+3reb+1ast, N.Akmarzhan 8+2reb, T.Aruzhan 6+4reb+5ast, R.Akmaral 6+7reb+3ast, S.Anastasiya 5+1ast

Aktobe - Barsy Atyr. 73-37

There was no surprise when Barsy Atyr. was crushed on the road by Aktobe 73-37 on Saturday. Aktobe held Barsy Atyr. to an opponent 22.2 percent shooting from the field compared to 36.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Aktobe forced 22 Barsy Atyr. turnovers and outrebounded them 48-32 including a 17-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Russian center Alexandra Plyasova (194-1987) had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and forward Ksenia Korobkova (175-2003) chipped in 13 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Guard Shugyla Kemel (168-2007) responded with 16 points and 6 rebounds and Darya Vinogradova scored 6 points and 11 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. Aktobe will meet Okzhetpes in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Barsy Atyr. will play against Shymkent in Kazygurt and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Aktobe: A.Plyasova 15+12reb+4ast, K.Ksenia 13+5reb+5ast, O.Bagmet 11+5reb+4ast, R.Natalya 9+3reb+1ast, O.Aksenova 8+5reb+2ast, I.Manucharyan 6+12reb+4ast
Barsy Atyr.: K.Shugyla 16+6reb+2ast, K.Julia 9+3reb+4ast, V.Darya 6+11reb+3ast, K.Ayazhan 6+4reb, S.Zarina 0+4reb+1ast, T.Zarina 0

D1 Round 3 (Second Stage): Turan beat Tomiris in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News

There are only two more rounds left in the Second Stage in D1. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

An exciting game was played in Almaty. Turan faced Tomiris. Guests from Turkistan (19-0) smashed host Tomiris (12-8) 76-57. Turan forced 19 Tomiris turnovers and outrebounded them 53-31 including a 34-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Ukrainian power forward Ganna Rulyova (183-1986, agency: BIG) who had a double-double by scoring 10 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international forward Zalina Kurazova (185-1985) chipped in 10 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international Dilnaz Yerkebay (179-2003) who recorded 13 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Turan are looking forward to face Caspiy Aktau (#5) at home in the next round. Tomiris will play against Astana Tigers and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
An exciting game was played in Kokshetay. Aktobe faced Okzhetpes. Guests from Aktobe (15-5) defeated host Okzhetpes (11-9) 63-59. It was a good game for Armenian guard Inga Manucharyan (177-2000) who led her team to a victory with 21 points and 9 rebounds. Alexandra Plyasova contributed with 16 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. point guard Kamila Amanzholova (163-2004) answered with 17 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists for Okzhetpes. Aktobe will play against Shymkent (#3) in Kazygurt in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Okzhetpes will play on the road against Barsy Atyr. in Atyrau and hope to get back on the winning track.
The game in Aktau was also quite interesting. Irtysh (9-11) played at the court of Caspiy Aktau (7-12). Irtysh managed to secure a 8-point victory 66-58 on Sunday. It was a great evening for Liya Umerova who led her team to a victory scoring 13 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. The best for the losing side was Valeria Petrova with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds. Irtysh will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Caspiy Aktau will play against Turan (#1) in Turkistan and hope to secure a win.

In the last game of round 3 winless Barsy Atyr. was defeated by Shymkent in Kazygurt 60-51.

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Group A

Caspiy Aktau - Irtysh 58-66

The game in Aktau was also quite interesting. Irtysh (9-11) played at the court of Caspiy Aktau (7-12). Irtysh managed to secure a 8-point victory 66-58 on Sunday. Irtysh forced 20 Caspiy Aktau turnovers. It was a great evening for point guard Liya Umerova (166-2002) who led her team to a victory scoring 13 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Forward Yekaterina Gammer (174-2003) helped adding 19 points and 5 rebounds. The best for the losing side was center Valeria Petrova (184-1996) with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds and the former international center Anastasiya Ilyasova (185-1998) scored 6 points and 12 rebounds. Irtysh will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Caspiy Aktau will play against Turan (#1) in Turkistan and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Irtysh: G.Yekaterina 19+5reb+2ast, L.Umerova 13+8reb+7ast, Z.Tamila 12+5reb+1ast, R.Tutkishova 9+6reb+1ast, O.Ossipenko 6+11reb+1ast, X.Abdurashitova 4+6reb+1ast
Caspiy Aktau: P.Valeria 19+10reb, P.Alexandra 14+3reb+3ast, K.Yrysty 10+5reb+1ast, A.Saitova 9+6reb+2ast, A.Ilyasova 6+12reb+2ast, V.Tamara 0

Tomiris - Turan 57-76

An exciting game was played in Almaty. Turan faced Tomiris. Guests from Turkistan (19-0) smashed host Tomiris (12-8) 76-57. Turan forced 19 Tomiris turnovers and outrebounded them 53-31 including a 34-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Ukrainian power forward Ganna Rulyova (183-1986, agency: BIG) who had a double-double by scoring 10 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international forward Zalina Kurazova (185-1985) chipped in 10 points and 8 rebounds. Four Turan players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international Dilnaz Yerkebay (179-2003) who recorded 13 points and 9 rebounds and Russian forward Darya Kamasheva (181-2005) added 9 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Turan are looking forward to face Caspiy Aktau (#5) at home in the next round. Tomiris will play against Astana Tigers and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Turan: A.Alishauskayte 13+3reb+3ast, V.Voloshina 12+4reb+2ast, G.Rulyova 10+11reb+4ast, Z.Kurazova 10+8reb+1ast, R.Gavriluk 8+5reb+1ast, A.Glazacheva 6+1reb+1ast
Tomiris: Y.Dilnaz 13+9reb+1ast, V.Kapitonova 10+4reb, K.Darya 9+5reb+4ast, Z.Altynshash 6+2reb+1ast, B.Diana 6+2reb, A.Aruzhan 5+4reb

Group B

Okzhetpes - Aktobe 59-63

An exciting game was played in Kokshetay. Aktobe faced Okzhetpes. Guests from Aktobe (15-5) defeated host Okzhetpes (11-9) 63-59. Aktobe forced 25 Okzhetpes turnovers. It was a good game for Armenian guard Inga Manucharyan (177-2000) who led her team to a victory with 21 points and 9 rebounds. Russian center Alexandra Plyasova (194-1987) contributed with 16 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Point guard Kamila Amanzholova (163-2004) answered with 17 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and forward Ulyana Kudrevtseva (175-1999) added 10 points and 14 rebounds in the effort for Okzhetpes. Aktobe will play against Shymkent (#3) in Kazygurt in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Okzhetpes will play on the road against Barsy Atyr. in Atyrau and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Aktobe: I.Manucharyan 21+9reb+3ast, A.Plyasova 16+7reb+3ast, K.Ksenia 13+7reb+2ast, O.Bagmet 7+1reb+6ast, O.Aksenova 4+7reb+4ast, R.Natalya 2+2reb+2ast
Okzhetpes: A.Kamila 17+6reb+7ast, K.Aydana 11+2reb+3ast, U.Kudrevtseva 10+14reb+3ast, A.Mihaylova 9+8reb+1ast, B.Zoya 5+2reb+2ast, K.Khamitova 3+2reb+1ast

Shymkent - Barsy Atyr. 60-51

There was no surprise in Kazygurt where Barsy Atyr. (0-20) was defeated by Shymkent (6-14) 60-51 on Sunday. Shymkent forced 19 Barsy Atyr. turnovers and had a 23-11 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for center Symbat Shalkarova (187-2001) who led her team to a victory scoring 23 points and 9 rebounds. Swingman Dariya Kovaleva (174-2002) helped adding 8 points and 9 rebounds. The best for the losing side was guard Julia Kovalchuk (161-2007) with 20 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists and Darya Vinogradova scored 8 points and 16 rebounds. Shymkent will meet at home Aktobe in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Barsy Atyr. will play against Okzhetpes (#2) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Shymkent: S.Symbat 23+9reb+2ast, R.Akmaral 8+5reb+4ast, U.Svetlana 8+5reb, K.Dariya 8+9reb+2ast, T.Aruzhan 4+9reb+5ast, N.Asel 3+4reb
Barsy Atyr.: K.Julia 20+8reb+7ast, K.Shugyla 12+4reb, V.Darya 8+16reb+3ast, S.Zarina 6+11reb+4ast, S.Aruzhan 3+1ast, M.Asel 2+6reb+2ast

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LITHUANIA

Stats Leaders - LMKL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Olga FOMINA

VK-Kamane
(164-PG-1989)
Avg: 23.1

23.1

21.3

20.3

20.3

19.5

Kibirkstis top Neptunas to conquer Queen's Cup title - by Eurobasket News

Kibirkstis claimed the Queen's Cup title. They overcame Neptunas 98-82 in the Final. Gintare Petronyte (195-C/F-1989) came up with impressive 36 points and 17 rebounds for the winners.
Kibirkstsis took a solid 27-12 lead after ten minutes. Neptunas unloaded 35 points in the third quarter to take a one-point lead. But Kibirkstis responded with a massive 28-11 run in the fourth period to seal the victory. Rachel Theriot (182-G-1994, college: Nebraska) notched 23 points for the winners. Viktoria Balaban (176-F/G-1997, agency: BIG) answered with 20 points for Neptunas.

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LUXEMBOURG

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jaiamoni WELCH-COLEMAN

Etze.
(165-G-1997)
Avg: 28.9

28.9

26.7

26.1

25.9

25.1

LBBL Round 22: Contern lose to Sparta in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in LBBL just ended. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The game between Top Four teams took place in Bertrange. Third ranked host Sparta (14-6) defeated one of their biggest challengers Contern (12-7) 73-59. American guard Martha Burse (168-1996, college: Indianapolis) had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import power forward Bridget Yoerger (180-1987, college: S.Dakota) chipped in 8 points, 15 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. Sparta's coach Mike Feyder used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American guard Frankie Wurtz (173-1996, college: Green Bay) responded with 20 points and 7 rebounds. Sparta maintains third position with 14-6 record having three points less than leader T71. Contern at the other side keeps the fourth place with seven games lost.
LBBL top team - T71 (18-1) had no problems winning another game. This time they beat eighth ranked Musel Pikes (6-14) in Stadrbredimus 82-64. International forward Faith Etute (183-2005) notched a double-double by scoring 20 points and 20 rebounds to lead the effort and Zykera Rice supported her with 26 points and 9 rebounds. Even 39 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 4 assists by American guard Mikayla Ferenz (178-1996, college: Idaho, agency: LBM Management) did not help to save the game for Musel Pikes. T71 have an impressive ten-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 18-1 record. Musel Pikes lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 14 games lost.
Sixth ranked Amicale (11-9) crushed at home 10th ranked Les Sangliers (3-16) by 21 points 87-66, which is the biggest margin this round on Saturday night. Hanna Crymble fired a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. Amaya Scott produced a double-double by scoring 23 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. Amicale maintains sixth position with 11-9 record. Loser Les Sangliers keeps the tenth place with 16 games lost.

In the last two games of round 22 bottom-ranked Soleuvre lost to Esch on the opponent's court 76-82. Etzella unfortunately lost to Grengewald in a home game 70-87.

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Amicale - Les Sangliers 87-66

Sixth ranked Amicale (11-9) crushed at home 10th ranked Les Sangliers (3-16) by 21 points 87-66, which is the biggest margin this round on Saturday night. Amicale looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Les Sangliers' players. American forward Hanna Crymble (190, college: Vermont) fired a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. International Esmeralda Skrijelj (175-1995) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists. Five Amicale players scored in double figures. American forward Amaya Scott (185, college: GMU) produced a double-double by scoring 23 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists and Canadian guard Julie Brosseau (175, college: Kansas) added 22 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Amicale maintains sixth position with 11-9 record. Loser Les Sangliers keeps the tenth place with 16 games lost.
Top scorers:
Les Sangliers: A.Scott 23+14reb+4ast, J.Brosseau 22+7reb, H.Marjanovic 12+7reb+1ast, K.Even 7+3reb, A.Hasanovic 2+2reb+2ast, B.Natacha 0+1reb
Amicale: A.Pana 21+1reb+6ast, J.Mangen 19+2reb+2ast, H.Crymble 17+14reb+2ast, E.Skrijelj 13+12reb+7ast, E.Sand 11+5reb+1ast, S.Laetitia 6+3reb+1ast

Sparta - Contern 73-59

The game between Top Four teams took place in Bertrange. Third ranked host Sparta (14-6) defeated one of their biggest challengers Contern (12-7) 73-59. American guard Martha Burse (168-1996, college: Indianapolis) had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import power forward Bridget Yoerger (180-1987, college: S.Dakota) chipped in 8 points, 15 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. Sparta's coach Mike Feyder used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American guard Frankie Wurtz (173-1996, college: Green Bay) responded with 20 points and 7 rebounds and New Zealand forward Zoe Richards (182-1997) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds. Sparta maintains third position with 14-6 record having three points less than leader T71. Contern at the other side keeps the fourth place with seven games lost.
Top scorers:
Contern: F.Wurtz 20+7reb+1ast, Z.Richards 14+12reb+2ast, A.Petrova 9+4reb, B.Zoe 6+8reb, L.Kauffmann 6+2reb, L.Mathieu 4+6reb+2ast
Sparta: J.Jaksic 24+4reb+1ast, M.Burse 23+10reb+6ast, H.Mia 9+1ast, B.Yoerger 8+15reb+7ast, T.Nicole 3+3reb+1ast, L.Mersch 3+4reb+2ast

Esch - Soleuvre 82-76

Very expected game when 11th ranked Soleuvre (2-18) was defeated on the road by seventh ranked Esch (8-12) 82-76 on Saturday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Esch made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Belarusian swingman Tatsiana Likhtarovich (180-1988) fired a double-double by scoring 26 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists (made all of her nine free throws !!!) for the winners. Forward Rocana Burgund (183-2004) chipped in 18 points. American guard Lele Grissett (188, college: S.Carolina) produced a double-double by scoring 25 points and 18 rebounds and her fellow American import forward Jade Compton (178, college: Presbyterian) added 20 points and 14 rebounds respectively for lost side. Esch maintains seventh position with 8-12 record. Soleuvre lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay dead last with 18 lost games.
Top scorers:
Soleuvre: L.Grissett 25+18reb+3ast, J.Compton 20+14reb, M.Birte 18+2reb+1ast, S.Mancinelli 7, S.de Sousa 6+1reb+1ast, F.Luna 0+1reb+3ast
Esch: T.Likhtarovich 26+10reb+8ast, B.Rocana 18+3reb, M.Pullins 8+4reb+1ast, C.Kyra 8+2reb+2ast, B.Schulte 7+5reb+3ast, F.Bruna 6+2reb

Etzella - Grengewald 70-87

Very predictable result in Ettelbruck where second ranked Grengewald (17-2) defeated 9th ranked Etzella (5-15) 87-70 on Saturday. Grengewald have an impressive 12-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 17-2 record behind leader T71. Etzella lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with 15 games lost.

Musel Pikes - T71 64-82

LBBL top team - T71 (18-1) had no problems winning another game. This time they beat eighth ranked Musel Pikes (6-14) in Stadrbredimus 82-64. T71 dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Musel Pikes' 30. They outrebounded Musel Pikes 52-35 including a 19-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. International forward Faith Etute (183-2005) notched a double-double by scoring 20 points and 20 rebounds to lead the effort and American forward Zykera Rice (185-1996, college: Gonzaga) supported her with 26 points and 9 rebounds. Four T71 players scored in double figures. Even 39 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 4 assists by American guard Mikayla Ferenz (178-1996, college: Idaho, agency: LBM Management) did not help to save the game for Musel Pikes. German forward Leonie Edringer (186-1995, college: Adelphi) added 17 points and 12 rebounds for lost side. T71 have an impressive ten-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 18-1 record. Musel Pikes lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 14 games lost.
Top scorers:
Musel Pikes: M.Ferenz 39+6reb+4ast, L.Edringer 17+12reb+1ast, S.Gruskovnjak 4+3reb+5ast, J.Nilles 2+6reb+2ast, J.Mathis 2+4reb+1ast, P.Emmeli 0+1reb
T71: Z.Rice 26+9reb, E.Faith 20+20reb+2ast, T.Jones 12+5reb+6ast, M.Geniets 10+3reb+6ast, M.Dittgen 7+7reb+2ast, N.Mossong 7+7reb+2ast

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MEXICO

LMBPF Round 3: Quetzales defeat Racers - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Racers (3-1) in Ciudad de Mexico on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Quetzales (2-2) 77-72. Quetzales made 29-of-36 free shots (80.6 percent) during the game, while Racers only scored eight points from the stripe. They outrebounded Racers 42-29 including 33 on the defensive glass. 30 personal fouls committed by Racers helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for Cuban center Clenia Noblet (190-1987) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 15 rebounds. American point guard Aniese Palmore (165-1994, college: UMW) contributed with 12 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Jhoana Moran (157-1993) answered with 18 points and 6 rebounds for Racers. Racers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Quetzales are looking forward to face Mexcaltecas (#7) in Tepic in the next round. Racers will play against Lenadoras (#6) and are hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident.
Another exciting game for Racers (3-1) which played in Ciudad de Mexico against Quetzales (2-2). Racers upset home team edging them after exciting game by two points 82-80. It was a great evening for the former international swingman Daniela Soto (177-1995) who led her team to a victory scoring 25 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Jhoana Moran helped adding 21 points. Racers' coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. The best for the losing side was Cuban center Clenia Noblet (190-1987) with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists. Racers will play against Lenadoras (#6) in the next round. Quetzales will play against Mexcaltecas and hope to get back on the winning track.
A very close game took place in Tepic between Mexcaltecas and Lenadoras. Mexcaltecas (1-5) got a very close home victory over Lenadoras (1-5). Mexcaltecas managed to escape with a 2-point win 65-63 in the game for the sixth place. It was an exceptional evening for Paola Beltran who led the winners and scored 27 points and 8 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Nayeli Ortiz came up with 22 points for Lenadoras in the defeat. Mexcaltecas will meet Quetzales (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Lenadoras will play against Racers in Saltillo and hope to win that game.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 3: Mieleras lost to undefeated Teporacas on the road 50-58. Mexcaltecas lost to Lenadoras on its own court 69-74. Mieleras lost to undefeated Teporacas in a road game 75-86.

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Mexcaltecas - Lenadoras 65-63

A very close game took place in Tepic between Mexcaltecas and Lenadoras. Mexcaltecas (1-5) got a very close home victory over Lenadoras (1-5). Mexcaltecas managed to escape with a 2-point win 65-63 in the game for the sixth place. Mexcaltecas had a 24-13 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for the former international point guard Paola Beltran (164-1994) who led the winners and scored 27 points and 8 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Erika Gonzalez accounted for 16 points for the winning side. Nayeli Ortiz (174-1998) came up with 22 points and American guard Megan Garcia (173) added 11 points and 12 rebounds respectively for Lenadoras in the defeat. Four Lenadoras players scored in double figures. Mexcaltecas will meet Quetzales (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Lenadoras will play against Racers in Saltillo and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Mexcaltecas: P.Beltran 27+8reb+2ast, G.Erika 16+2reb+1ast, S.Brenda 7+2reb+3ast, C.Monica 4+8reb+3ast, C.Jaqueline 4+1reb, B.Paola 3+1reb
Lenadoras: N.Ortiz 22+3reb+2ast, G.Megan 11+12reb+1ast, A.Molina 11+2reb, G.Frida 11+1reb, R.Isis 6+1reb+1ast, G.Nadia 2+1reb

Teporacas - Mieleras 58-50

The game between closely ranked teams ended with Teporacas' (6-0) home victory over Mieleras (4-2) 58-50 on Friday. Teporacas forced 24 Mieleras turnovers. Strangely Mieleras outrebounded Teporacas 51-35 including a 37-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Briahanna Jackson (168-1993, college: Louisville) who led the winners and scored 20 points and 6 rebounds. Naturalized American point guard Hazel Ramirez (165-1992, college: LMU) accounted for 6 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side. Guard Mayra Gil (174-2003) came up with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds and Ana Calderon added 11 points and 14 rebounds respectively for Mieleras in the defeat. Teporacas will meet Lobas (#5) in the next round. Mieleras will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Teporacas: B.Jackson 20+6reb+3ast, J.Luna-Castro 10+6reb, S.Vargas 7+3reb+3ast, H.Emmonnie 6+8reb, H.Ramirez 6+5reb+6ast, K.Martinez 5+2reb+3ast
Mieleras: G.Mayra 15+13reb, C.Ana 11+14reb+3ast, L.Patricia 9+6reb+1ast, B.Silva 9+6reb+2ast, F.Gonzalez 4+5reb+1ast, V.Munoz 2+6reb+4ast

Quetzales - Racers 77-72

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Racers (3-1) in Ciudad de Mexico on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Quetzales (2-2) 77-72. Quetzales made 29-of-36 free shots (80.6 percent) during the game, while Racers only scored eight points from the stripe. They outrebounded Racers 42-29 including 33 on the defensive glass. 30 personal fouls committed by Racers helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for Cuban center Clenia Noblet (190-1987) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 15 rebounds. American point guard Aniese Palmore (165-1994, college: UMW) contributed with 12 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Palmore is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Jhoana Moran (157-1993) answered with 18 points and 6 rebounds and Dulce Valles added 13 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Racers. Racers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Quetzales are looking forward to face Mexcaltecas (#7) in Tepic in the next round. Racers will play against Lenadoras (#6) and are hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident.
Top scorers:
Quetzales: C.Noblet 30+15reb+1ast, G.Melissa 14+5reb+2ast, A.Palmore 12+6reb+5ast, S.Morales 6+3reb+3ast, N.Gonzalez 5+1reb+3ast, T.Garcia 5+7reb
Racers: J.Moran 18+6reb+2ast, V.Dulce 13+8reb+3ast, A.Kimberly 10+6reb+6ast, D.Alma 9+1reb+3ast, M.Monica 8+5reb+2ast, M.Jemini 7+1reb+2ast

Mexcaltecas - Lenadoras 69-74

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when Mexcaltecas (1-5) lost to Lenadoras (1-5) in Tepic 69-74 on Saturday. Lenadoras forced 21 Mexcaltecas turnovers. Strangely Mexcaltecas outrebounded Lenadoras 31-14 including a 22-11 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Megan Garcia (173) who led the winners and scored 13 points and 7 rebounds. Nayeli Ortiz (174-1998) accounted for 16 points for the winning side. The former international point guard Paola Beltran (164-1994) came up with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and Erika Gonzalez added 16 points respectively for Mexcaltecas in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Lenadoras will meet Racers (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Mexcaltecas will play against Quetzales (#4) in Ciudad de Mexico and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Lenadoras: A.Molina 18+1ast, N.Ortiz 16+3reb+2ast, G.Megan 13+7reb+3ast, G.Frida 12+1reb+2ast, G.Nadia 8+2reb, C.Sac-Nicte 3+1ast
Mexcaltecas: P.Beltran 29+11reb+4ast, G.Erika 16+3reb+1ast, S.Brenda 11+1reb+1ast, S.Moreno 11+7reb+2ast, G.Pamela 2, C.Jaqueline 0

Teporacas - Mieleras 86-75

The game between closely ranked teams ended with Teporacas' (6-0) home victory over Mieleras (4-2) 86-75 on Saturday. It was an exceptional evening for the former international forward Jacqueline Luna-Castro (188-1993, college: Charleston) who led the winners and scored 17 points and 8 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Naturalized American point guard Hazel Ramirez (165-1992, college: LMU) accounted for 14 points and 6 assists for the winning side. Guard Mayra Gil (174-2003) came up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 15 rebounds and Ana Calderon added 22 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Mieleras in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Teporacas will meet Lobas (#5) in the next round. Mieleras will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Teporacas: S.Payan 17+1ast, J.Luna-Castro 17+8reb+1ast, H.Ramirez 14+2reb+6ast, K.Martinez 11+5reb+3ast, H.Emmonnie 8+7reb, B.Jackson 8+3reb+4ast
Mieleras: C.Ana 22+6reb, G.Mayra 21+15reb+2ast, B.Silva 12+8reb+2ast, V.Munoz 11+5reb+8ast, F.Gonzalez 5+3reb+4ast, L.Patricia 4+2reb+4ast

Quetzales - Racers 80-82

Another exciting game for Racers (3-1) which played in Ciudad de Mexico against Quetzales (2-2). Racers upset home team edging them after exciting game by two points 82-80. Racers dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Quetzales' 22. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. It was a great evening for the former international swingman Daniela Soto (177-1995) who led her team to a victory scoring 25 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Jhoana Moran (157-1993) helped adding 21 points. Four Racers players scored in double figures. Racers' coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. The best for the losing side was Cuban center Clenia Noblet (190-1987) with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists and American point guard Aniese Palmore (165-1994, college: UMW) scored 27 points and 4 assists. Racers will play against Lenadoras (#6) in the next round. Quetzales will play against Mexcaltecas and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Racers: D.Soto 25+5reb+5ast, J.Moran 21+1reb+2ast, D.Pardo 15+2reb+7ast, M.Monica 10+8reb+3ast, V.Dulce 6+10reb+3ast, A.Kimberly 4+4reb+2ast
Quetzales: A.Palmore 27+4reb+4ast, C.Noblet 19+14reb+6ast, G.Melissa 15+2reb+1ast, S.Morales 8+4reb+2ast, N.Gonzalez 4+1reb+1ast, T.Garcia 4+5reb+3ast

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MONTENEGRO

Prva A Round 17: Buducnost beat Podgorica in a derby game - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in Prva A is slowly approaching the end. But there may be still some important changes in the final standings in the last 3 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Podgorica: Buducnost (#1) and Podgorica (#2). Buducnost (16-0) crushed visiting Podgorica (12-4) by 28 points 87-59. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Podgorica. Buducnost forced 19 Podgorica turnovers and outrebounded them 40-21 including a 18-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was the former international point guard Marija Lekovic (170-2003) who scored 15 points and 6 assists. Bosnian center Jovana Markovic (187-1997) chipped in 9 points and 6 rebounds. Hajdana Scepanovic produced 8 points 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. Undefeated Buducnost have an impressive series of sixteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 16-0 record. Podgorica at the other side keeps the second position with four games lost. Buducnost are looking forward to face Decic (#5) in Tuzi in the next round. Podgorica will play at home against Niksic and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Herceg Novi (8-8) against fourth ranked Niksic (5-11) on Sunday night. Visiting Herceg Novi was crushed by Niksic in Niksic 94-75. Serbian Marija Petrovic (-1990) orchestrated the victory by scoring 39 points (!!!). Milena Jaksic contributed with 24 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Serbian forward Aleksandra Muzevic (179-2001) answered with a double-double by scoring 43 points (!!!), 13 rebounds and 9 assists for Herceg Novi. Niksic maintains fourth place with 5-11 record, which they share with Decic. Herceg Novi lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the third position with eight games lost. Niksic will play against league's second-placed Podgorica on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Herceg Novi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Herceg Novi Primorje.
The game in Herceg Novi was also quite interesting. Fifth ranked Decic (5-11) played at the court of 6th ranked Primorje (2-14). Decic managed to secure a 4-point victory 67-63 on Saturday. Ivana Vujosevic stepped up and scored 16 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Decic's coach Dejan Drljevic used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Tea Grabovica responded with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). The victory was the third consecutive win for Decic. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Niksic. Primorje lost their fourth game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 14 games lost. Decic will meet at home league's leader Buducnost in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Primorje's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Herceg Novi to the arena Herceg Novi.

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Buducnost - Podgorica 87-59

The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Podgorica: Buducnost (#1) and Podgorica (#2). Buducnost (16-0) crushed visiting Podgorica (12-4) by 28 points 87-59. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Podgorica. Buducnost forced 19 Podgorica turnovers and outrebounded them 40-21 including a 18-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was the former international point guard Marija Lekovic (170-2003) who scored 15 points and 6 assists. Bosnian center Jovana Markovic (187-1997) chipped in 9 points and 6 rebounds. Four Buducnost players scored in double figures. Hajdana Scepanovic produced 8 points and Nikolina Ilic (180-2003) 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. Buducnost have an impressive series of sixteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 16-0 record. Podgorica at the other side keeps the second position with four games lost. Buducnost are looking forward to face Decic (#5) in Tuzi in the next round. Podgorica will play at home against Niksic and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Podgorica: I.Nikolina 13, B.Anastasija 9+1reb+1ast, V.Lana 8+4reb, S.Hajdana 8+3reb+3ast, K.Ksenija 6+1reb, N.Vuckovic 5+4reb+2ast
Buducnost: L.Marija 15+6ast, D.Anastasija 13+4reb, D.Zivkovic 10+4reb+2ast, V.Stefanovic 10+7reb, R.Zorana 10+4reb+3ast, K.Scepanovic 9+4reb

Primorje - Decic 63-67

The game in Herceg Novi was also quite interesting. Fifth ranked Decic (5-11) played at the court of 6th ranked Primorje (2-14). Decic managed to secure a 4-point victory 67-63 on Saturday. Decic forced 22 Primorje turnovers. Ivana Vujosevic (-2000) stepped up and scored 16 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and power forward Zana Tatar (182-2003) chipped in 8 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Decic's coach Dejan Drljevic used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Tea Grabovica responded with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) and forward Ljube Andric (183-2007) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds. The victory was the third consecutive win for Decic. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Niksic. Primorje lost their fourth game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 14 games lost. Decic will meet at home league's leader Buducnost in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Primorje's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Herceg Novi to the arena Herceg Novi.
Top scorers:
Primorje: G.Tea 23+6reb+7ast, A.Ljube 17+13reb+1ast, K.Bacovic 10+10reb+2ast, T.Antonija 7+8reb, I.Kristina 3+1reb, M.Lana 3+1reb+2ast
Decic: M.Sava 16+3reb+1ast, V.Ivana 16+7reb+1ast, R.Andjela 12+7reb, S.Anastasija 9+6reb+5ast, T.Zana 8+8reb+7ast, K.Mila 4+3reb

Niksic - Herceg Novi 94-75

Very important is a road loss of third ranked Herceg Novi (8-8) against fourth ranked Niksic (5-11) on Sunday night. Visiting Herceg Novi was crushed by Niksic in Niksic 94-75. They made 21-of-27 charity shots (77.8 percent) during the game. Serbian Marija Petrovic (-1990) orchestrated the victory by scoring 39 points (!!!). International swingman Milena Jaksic (178-1998) contributed with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Four Niksic players scored in double figures. Serbian forward Aleksandra Muzevic (179-2001) answered with a double-double by scoring 43 points (!!!), 13 rebounds and 9 assists and Sofija Letic added 21 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Herceg Novi. Niksic maintains fourth place with 5-11 record, which they share with Decic. Herceg Novi lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the third position with eight games lost. Niksic will play against league's second-placed Podgorica on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Herceg Novi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Herceg Novi Primorje.
Top scorers:
Herceg Novi: A.Muzevic 43+13reb+9ast, L.Sofija 21+10reb+2ast, D.Andrea 5+11reb, G.Sara 4+5reb, A.Razic 2, R.Vladana 2+2reb
Niksic: P.Marija 39+4reb+3ast, M.Jaksic 24+10reb+5ast, C.Zoja 19+4reb+9ast, L.Andjela 14+9reb+1ast, M.Sara 1, T.Helena 0

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D1 Round 17: MTB defeats leader MAT - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked MAT (6-7) in Tanger on Sunday night. Visitors were rolled over by third ranked MTB (11-2) 88-40. MTB have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with KACM. MAT at the other side still keeps top position with seven games lost.
Very important is a road loss of first ranked CODM (6-5) against fourth ranked FAR (8-3) on Sunday night. Visiting CODM was defeated by FAR in a tough game in Rabat 50-58. The victory was the third consecutive win for FAR. They maintain fourth place with 8-3 record. CODM at the other side still keeps top position with five games lost.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked FUS Rabat (5-11) against fourth ranked RCOZ (5-7) on Sunday night. Visiting FUS Rabat was defeated by RCOZ in Oued Zem 54-42. RCOZ moved-up to second place. FUS Rabat lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the fourth position with 11 games lost.

In the last two games of round 17 OSC smashed OCY on the road 67-30. IRAN won against WAC on its own court 68-50.

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OCY - OSC 30-67

The game between closely ranked teams ended with sixth ranked OSC's (3-9) road victory over bottom-ranked OCY (0-11) 67-30 on Saturday. OSC maintains sixth place with 3-9 record. OCY lost their eleventh game in a row. They still close the standings with 11 games lost.

IRAN - WAC 68-50

The game between closely ranked teams ended with second-ranked WAC's (5-8) road loss to first ranked IRAN (13-3) 50-68 on Saturday. Newly promoted IRAN maintains first place with 13-3 record. Loser WAC dropped to the third position with eight games lost.

MTB - MAT 88-40

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked MAT (6-7) in Tanger on Sunday night. Visitors were rolled over by third ranked MTB (11-2) 88-40. MTB have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with KACM. MAT at the other side still keeps top position with seven games lost.

FAR - CODM 58-50

Very important is a road loss of first ranked CODM (6-5) against fourth ranked FAR (8-3) on Sunday night. Visiting CODM was defeated by FAR in a tough game in Rabat 50-58. The victory was the third consecutive win for FAR. They maintain fourth place with 8-3 record. CODM at the other side still keeps top position with five games lost.

RCOZ - FUS Rabat 54-42

Very important is a road loss of third ranked FUS Rabat (5-11) against fourth ranked RCOZ (5-7) on Sunday night. Visiting FUS Rabat was defeated by RCOZ in Oued Zem 54-42. RCOZ moved-up to second place. FUS Rabat lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the fourth position with 11 games lost.

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NCAA1 Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Madison SIEGRIST

Villanova
(185-F-2000)
Avg: 28.9

28.9

27.2

27.2

25.7

23.4

Princeton Women Rally to Claim 2023 Ivy Madness Title - by Igor Obradovic

PRINCETON, N.J. - The Princeton University women's basketball team punched its ticket to the 2023 NCAA Tournament on Saturday evening, completing a second half comeback to claim the 2023 Ivy Madness Championship crown inside Jadwin Gymnasium.
Kaitlyn Chen (5'9''-G) earned Ivy Madness Most Outstanding Player honors following a 21-point, six-rebound performance which led the Tigers to their second straight appearance in the NCAA Tournament. Ellie Mitchell (6'1''-F), who hit a go-ahead layup with under a minute to play, finished with 10 points and 15 rebounds for her second double-double of the postseason.
McKenzie Forbes (6'0''-G) led three Crimson players in double figures with 16 points, while Harmoni Turner (5'10''-F) narrowly missed a double-double of her own with 11 points and eight rebounds in 40 minutes of action.
Harvard and Princeton traded blows for much of the first half as the Crimson took a 32-23 advantage into the halftime break following a 9-0 run to end the second quarter. However, the Tigers fought back from an 11-point deficit midway through the third quarter behind a full court press that put Harvard on its heels.
Princeton closed the game on a 7-0 run, sparked by Mitchell's layup, to end the game and secure the League's automatic tournament bid.
The Tigers will be making their 10th trip to the dance behind a 15-game winning streak and will find out their seeding in the NCAA Tournament during tomorrow night's selection show.

Courtesy of ivyleaguesports.com

Bulldogs Claim Eighth MVC Tourney Title, Qualify for NCAA Tournament - by Igor Obradovic

Drake women demolish No. 2 seed Belmont to earn automatic bid to the national tournament, will square of against No. 5 seed Louisville
MOLINE, Ill. - The Drake University women's basketball team won their eighth MVC Tournament championship this afternoon in an 89-71 defeat of regular season co-champion Belmont (23-11, 17-3). The Bulldogs (22-9, 14-6) won all four quarters in a convincing title triumph to earn their fourth NCAA Tournament appearance in the last six seasons.
Maggie Bair (6'3''-F-2001) led Drake with 15 rebounds to go along with 19 points to match Katie Dinnebier (5'8''-G-2002) for the team high in scoring. Dinnebier also added nine assists. Both players earned All-Tournament Team honors as Bair collected the Patty Viverito Outstanding Player award.
The three remaining Drake starters also scored in double figures as Anna Miller (6'3''-F-2002) poured in 15, Grace Berg (6'0''-F-2000) 14, and Sarah Gueldner (5'9''-G-2000) 11 including three made three-pointers. Berg joined Dinneber and Bair on the All-Tournament team for her efforts.
Dinnebier got the Bulldogs on the board first with a pair of free throws after Drake forced a Belmont miss to start the game. Maggie Bair followed with back-to-back scores to give Drake an early 6-2 lead.
Moments later, Anna Miller joined the party with two quick ones of her own in transition as the Bulldogs opened a 10-5 lead at the first media timeout with 4:53 left in the first quarter.
Belmont chipped away, getting back within three by holding the Bulldogs scoreless for nearly three minutes. Grace Berg ended the Bruins' first quarter rally with a three from the left wing before Katie Dinnebier sank two free throws to extend Drake's advantage back to eight.
With the first quarter clock winding down, Taylor McAulay (5'11''-G) scored her first points of the game on a floater as time expired to give the Bulldogs a 19-12 advantage after one.
Drake picked up right where they left off to start the second quarter, outscoring Belmont 5-0 in the quarter's first 2:45. Sarah Beth Gueldner got into the scorebook with a corner three in transition to force a Bruin timeout.
The Bruins came out of their break regrouped and ready to battle back. Star guard Destinee Wells (5'6''-G) contributed five points in a 12-4 Belmont run as the MVC co-champions narrowed their deficit to just four points.
The Bulldogs responded with an 8-0 run of their own over two minutes to widen their lead again. Drake went into the half controlling a 39-26 lead. Maggie Bair led all players with 11 points and 10 rebounds at the half, marking her 13th double-double of the season.
After the half, Wells did her best to spark another Belmont rally with a deep three to maintain the 12-point gap. The Bulldogs answered with a triple of their own, this time from Bair for her second of the contest. Courtney Becker (6'0''-F) matched Bair with her first three-pointer of the game, and fourth-straight make over Drake's last two games. Dinnebier added to the Bulldog run with a dribble drive deuce to give the Dogs a 51-33 lead, their largest of the game up to that point.
Belmont bounced back, though, as Kilyn McGuff drilled back-to-back threes and cut Drake's lead to 10. Suzie Glazer Burt Head Coach Allison Pohlman elected to burn a timeout with 5:02 left in the third quarter as Drake held on to a 51-41 advantage. Dinnebier came out of the timeout stopped the Bruins' 8-0 run with a scoop shot off the glass.
McGuff answered again for the Bruins with another wide-open trey with just over three minutes to go in the period. Anna Miller came through again for Drake with a traditional three-point play to put to Bulldogs back in front by 14.
Ava Hawthorne added her first points of the tournament before Gueldner hit her second three of the game to give Drake a 65-50 lead with 10 minutes to play.
The Bruins never seriously challenged Drake in the final quarter as the Bulldogs built their lead over 20 points on a few different occasions. Drake cruised through the final 10 minutes and secured the 89-71 victory and a berth in the 2023 NCAA Tournament.

Courtesy of mvc-sports.com

All-Ivy League Awards 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

All-Tournament MVP: USA

Kaitlyn Chen (5'9''-G) of Princeton
Player of the Year: USA

Kaitlyn Chen (5'9''-G) of Princeton
Co-Defensive Player of the Year: USA

Ellie Mitchell (6'1''-F) of Princeton
Co-Defensive Player of the Year: USA

Nyla McGill (5'8''-G) of Yale
Rookie of the Year: USA

Madison Rose (5'10''-G) of Princeton
Coach of the Year: Megan Griffith of Columbia

All-Ivy League First Team 2023

Davis

Hsu

Turner

Padilla

Chen

First Team
USA

Kaitlyn Davis (6'0''-G/F-2001) of Columbia
USA

Abbey Hsu (5'11''-G-2001) of Columbia
USA

Harmoni Turner (5'10''-F) of Harvard
USA

Kayla Padilla (5'9''-G) of Pennsylvania
USA

Kaitlyn Chen (5'9''-G) of Princeton

All-Ivy League Second Team 2023

Patrick

Mullaney

Obi

Cunningham

Stone

Clark

Second Team
USA

Jaida Patrick (5'10''-G-2000) of Columbia
USA

Lola Mullaney (5'11''-G) of Harvard
USA

Jordan Obi (6'1''-F) of Pennsylvania
USA

Julia Cunningham (5'11''-G) of Princeton
USA

Grace Stone (5'11''-G) of Princeton
USA

Jenna Clark (5'7''-G) of Yale

Honorable Mention
USA

Grace Arnolie (5'8''-G) of Brown
Australia

Kitty Henderson (5'10''-G-2002) of Columbia
Spain

Elena Rodriguez (6'2''-SG-2003) of Harvard

All-Ivy League All-Tournament Team 2023

Chen

Forbes

Padilla

Davis

Mitchell

All-Tournament Team
USA

Kaitlyn Chen (5'9''-G) of Princeton
USA

McKenzie Forbes (6'0''-G) of Harvard
USA

Kayla Padilla (5'9''-G) of Pennsylvania
USA

Kaitlyn Davis (6'0''-G/F-2001) of Columbia
USA

Ellie Mitchell (6'1''-F) of Princeton

All-MVC Awards 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

All-Tournament MVP: USA

Maggie Bair (6'3''-F-2001) of Drake
Player of the Year: USA

Paige Robinson (5'10''-G) of Illinois St.
Defensive Player of the Year: USA

Anna Miller (6'3''-F-2002) of Drake
Freshman of the Year: USA

Jade Masogayo (6'3''-G) of Missouri St.
Newcomer of the Year: USA

Paige Robinson (5'10''-G) of Illinois St.
Most Improved Player of the Year: USA

Maya McDermott (5'6''-G) of UNI
Sixth Player of the Year: USA

Anna Miller (6'3''-F-2002) of Drake
Scholar-Athlete of the Year: USA

Mary Crompton (5'8''-G) of Illinois St.
Coach of the Year: Kristen Gillespie of Illinois St.

All-MVC 1st Team 2023

Bartley

Wells

Bair

Robinson

Young

Boffeli

First Team
USA

Madison Bartley (6'3''-F) of Belmont
USA

Destinee Wells (5'6''-G) of Belmont
USA

Maggie Bair (6'3''-F-2001) of Drake
USA

Paige Robinson (5'10''-G) of Illinois St.
USA

Katelyn Young (6'1''-F-2002) of Murray St.
USA

Grace Boffeli (6'1''-F) of UNI

All-MVC Second Team 2023

Feit

Wilson

Thomas

McDermott

Jones

Second Team
USA

Abby Feit (6'1''-F) of Evansville
USA

DeAnna Wilson (6'2''-F) of Illinois St.
USA

Aniya Thomas (5'7''-G) of Missouri St.
USA

Maya McDermott (5'6''-G) of UNI
USA

Ashley Jones (5'7''-G) of SIU

All-MVC Third Team 2023

Berg

Dinnebier

Filer

Crompton

Taylor

Third Team
USA

Grace Berg (6'0''-F-2000) of Drake
USA

Katie Dinnebier (5'8''-G-2002) of Drake
USA

Josie Filer (6'1''-F) of UIC
USA

Mary Crompton (5'8''-G) of Illinois St.
USA

Kennedy Taylor (6'3''-F) of Missouri St.

All-MVC All-Defensive Team 2023

Miller

Dinnebier

Bullman

Thomas

Love

All-Defensive Team
USA

Anna Miller (6'3''-F-2002) of Drake
USA

Katie Dinnebier (5'8''-G-2002) of Drake
USA

Kate Bullman (6'2''-F) of Illinois St.
USA

Aniya Thomas (5'7''-G) of Missouri St.
USA

Quierra Love (5'4''-G) of SIU

All-MVC All-Freshman Team 2023

Finnegan

Masogayo

Goebel

Mason

Saunders

All-Freshman Team
USA

Bella Finnegan (6'0''-G) of Indiana St.
USA

Jade Masogayo (6'3''-G) of Missouri St.
USA

Ryley Goebel (5'11''-F) of UNI
USA

Jaidynn Mason (5'9''-G) of SIU
USA

Ali Saunders (5'10''-G) of Valpo

All-Newcomer Team
USA

Sydni Harvey (5'10''-G) of Belmont
USA

Josie Filer (6'1''-F) of UIC
USA

Paige Robinson (5'10''-G) of Illinois St.
USA

Aniya Thomas (5'7''-G) of Missouri St.
USA

Kennedy Taylor (6'3''-F) of Missouri St.
USA

Ashley Jones (5'7''-G) of SIU

All-Academic First Team
USA

Mary Crompton (5'8''-G) of Illinois St.
USA

Grace Boffeli (6'1''-F) of UNI
USA

Olivia Brown (5'8''-G) of Valpo
USA

Sarah Gueldner (5'9''-G-2000) of Drake
USA

Sydni Harvey (5'10''-G) of Belmont

All-Academic Second Team
USA

Maya Dunson (5'11''-G/F) of Valpo
USA

Abby Feit (6'1''-F) of Evansville
USA

Anna Miller (6'3''-F-2002) of Drake
USA

Tessa Miller (6'2''-F) of Belmont
USA

Cynthia Wolf (6'3''-C) of UNI

All-MVC All-Tournament Team 2023

Bair

Dinnebier

Berg

Wells

Boffeli

All-Tournament Team
USA

Maggie Bair (6'3''-F-2001) of Drake
USA

Katie Dinnebier (5'8''-G-2002) of Drake
USA

Grace Berg (6'0''-F-2000) of Drake
USA

Destinee Wells (5'6''-G) of Belmont
USA

Grace Boffeli (6'1''-F) of UNI

Joens, Iowa State Beat Texas to win Phillips 66 Big 12 Championship - by Eurobasket Center

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Ashley Joens (6'0''-G/F-2000) had 28 points and 10 rebounds to lead Iowa State to a 61-51 victory over No. 15 Texas in the 2023 Phillips 66 Big 12 Women's Basketball Championship Final on Sunday for the Cyclones' first postseason title since 2001.
Joens, the 2022-23 Big 12 Player of the Year, was named the tournament's Most Outstanding Player. She was joined on the all-tournament team by Shaylee Gonzales (5'10''-G), Rori Harmon (5'6''-G) and DeYona Gaston (6'2''-F-2000) of Texas, Lexi Donarski (6'0''-G-2002) of Iowa State and Skylar Vann (5'11''-G/F) of Oklahoma.
Lexi Donarski and Morgan Kane scored 9 points apiece for Iowa State (22-9), which won its third Phillips 66 Big 12 Women's Basketball Championship title, which comes with an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.
Texas (25-9) was led by Gonzales and Taylor Jones with 12 points each.
Joens scored 10 points in the third quarter to help Iowa State grab its largest lead of the game at 47-39. Nyamer Diew (6'1''-F) hit a 3-pointer just before the buzzer to give the Cyclones the 8-point lead.
After Texas scored the first two points of the fourth quarter, Iowa State went on a 9-0 run to open a 15-point lead and send the crowd into a frenzy.
Much like they did in their quarterfinal victory over Kansas State, when they started 2 of 20 from the field, the Longhorns struggled to score in the early going. They hit just two of their first 14 shots against Iowa State. But Iowa State struggled as well, and the Cyclones led only 7-4 at the first-quarter media timeout. The Cyclones led 14-11 at the end of the first quarter.
Joens hit a bucket with 3 seconds to go in the half, trimming the Texas lead to 27-26. She led all scorers with 13 first-half points, half her team's total. No other Cyclones player had more than 4 points.
Texas was more balanced. The Longhorns had four players with at least 5 points, led by Gonzales with 7.

Courtesy of big12sports.com

All-Big 12 Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center

All-Tournament MVP: USA

Ashley Joens (6'0''-G/F-2000) of Iowa St.
Player of the Year: USA

Ashley Joens (6'0''-G/F-2000) of Iowa St.
Defensive Player of the Year: USA

Rori Harmon (5'6''-G) of Texas
Freshman of the Year: USA

Darianna Littlepage-Buggs (6'1''-G/F) of Baylor
Newcomer of the Year: USA

Shaylee Gonzales (5'10''-G) of Texas
Sixth Player of the Year: USA

Skylar Vann (5'11''-G/F) of Oklahoma
Coach of the Year: Victor Schaefer of Texas

First Team
USA

Sarah Andrews (5'6''-G) of Baylor
USA

Ashley Joens (6'0''-G/F-2000) of Iowa St.
USA

Zakiyah Franklin (5'8''-G) of Kansas
USA

Taiyanna Jackson (6'6''-C) of Kansas
USA

Gabby Gregory (5'11''-G) of Kansas St.
USA

Madison Williams (5'11''-F) of Oklahoma
France

Naomie Alnatas (5'7''-G) of OK State
USA

DeYona Gaston (6'2''-F-2000) of Texas
USA

Rori Harmon (5'6''-G) of Texas
USA

Bre'Amber Scott (5'11''-G-1999) of Texas Tech
USA

JJ Quinerly (5'8''-G) of WVU

All-Big 12 Second Team 2023

Bickle

Ryan

Llanusa

Robertson

Gonzales

Second Team
USA

Caitlin Bickle (6'1''-F) of Baylor
USA

Emily Ryan (5'11''-G-2001) of Iowa St.
USA

Ana Llanusa (5'11''-G) of Oklahoma
USA

Taylor Robertson (5'11''-G) of Oklahoma
USA

Shaylee Gonzales (5'10''-G) of Texas

Honorable Mention
USA

Darianna Littlepage-Buggs (6'1''-G/F) of Baylor
USA

Lexi Donarski (6'0''-G-2002) of Iowa St.
USA

Holly Kersgieter (5'11''-G) of Kansas
USA

Serena Sundell (6'1'') of Kansas St.
USA

Skylar Vann (5'11''-G/F) of Oklahoma
USA

Bryn Gerlich (6'0''-F) of Texas Tech
USA

Madisen Smith (5'5''-G) of WVU

All-Big 12 All-Defensive Team 2023

Bickle

Donarski

Jackson

Harmon

Quinerly

All-Defensive Team
USA

Caitlin Bickle (6'1''-F) of Baylor
USA

Lexi Donarski (6'0''-G-2002) of Iowa St.
USA

Taiyanna Jackson (6'6''-C) of Kansas
USA

Rori Harmon (5'6''-G) of Texas
USA

JJ Quinerly (5'8''-G) of WVU

All-Big 12 All-Freshman Team 2023

Fontleroy

Littlepage-Buggs

Fritz

Culliton

Muhammad

Maupin

All-Freshman Team
USA

Bella Fontleroy (6'0''-G/F) of Baylor
USA

Darianna Littlepage-Buggs (6'1''-G/F) of Baylor
USA

Denae Fritz (5'10''-G) of Iowa St.
USA

Beatrice Culliton (6'3''-C) of Oklahoma
USA

Amina Muhammad (6'4''-F) of Texas
USA

Bailey Maupin (5'10''-G) of Texas Tech

All-Big 12 All-Tournament Team 2023

Joens

Donarski

Vann

Gaston

Gonzales

Harmon

All-Tournament Team
USA

Ashley Joens (6'0''-G/F-2000) of Iowa St.
USA

Lexi Donarski (6'0''-G-2002) of Iowa St.
USA

Skylar Vann (5'11''-G/F) of Oklahoma
USA

DeYona Gaston (6'2''-F-2000) of Texas
USA

Shaylee Gonzales (5'10''-G) of Texas
USA

Rori Harmon (5'6''-G) of Texas

No. 7 Monmouth Wins First CAA Women's Basketball Championship Defeating No.1 Towson 80-55 - by Eurobasket Center

TOWSON, Md. (March 12, 2023) - Seventh-seeded Monmouth became the first team in league history to win four games in four days and earn the CAA Women's Basketball Title, defeating top-seeded Towson 80-55 in the finals of the CAA Women's Basketball Championship presented by Primis Sunday afternoon at SECU Arena.
The Hawks defeated the top three seeds, and co-regular season champions, topping No. 2 Drexel, No. 3 Northeastern and No. 1 Towson during their magical run, becoming the lowest seed in conference history to cut down the nets.
Monmouth (18-15) will represent the conference in the NCAA Tournament after winning the league's automatic qualifying bid in its first CAA season. It will be the first appearance in the Big Dance for the Hawks since 1983, and they will learn their fate at 8 p.m. this evening during the NCAA DI Women's Basketball selection show on ESPN. Towson falls to 21-11, but will make its second straight WNIT appearance as the CAA's automatic qualifier.
Brianna Tinsley (5'7''-G) led Monmouth in scoring for the fourth time in as many games during the tournament, recording a game-high 18 points, and was named the Most Outstanding Player of the CAA Championship. Ariana Vanderhoop, who had her best performance in the championship game, scored 16 of her 17 points in the first half and added eight rebounds to kickstart the Hawks on Sunday.
Alexia Nelson (5'7''-G) paced Towson with 13 points, and Kylie Kornegay-Lucas (5'10''-G) reached double figures for the third time in the tournament, adding 12 points for Towson.
Monmouth hit its first four shots from the floor and sprinted out to a 10-0 lead just 1:50 into the game. Tinsley opened the scoring with a three from the top of the key before seven straight points from Vanderhoop, who had 12 in the frame. The Hawks pushed the lead to as many as 13 (15-2) before taking a 22-14 advantage after one quarter.
Trailing 28-19 at the 6:34 mark in the second, Towson rattled off an 8-0 run in 50 seconds capped with Anissa Rivera converting a three-point play after a steal to pull the Tigers within one. Lovin Marsicano (6'1''-F) weathered the storm with three, pushing the lead to 31-27. The teams traded blows before Tinsley splashed home the Hawks' sixth three-pointer of the first half with 15 seconds on the clock, and Monmouth took a 44-34 lead into the break.
The defense intensified in the third as the teams combined to shoot 8-of-30 in the third quarter. The Hawks and Tigers traded baskets over the first 2:41 before five points in a row pulled Towson to 48-41; however, that was as close as the Tigers would get in the second half.
The Hawks extended their lead to 56-43 at the end of the third before outscoring Towson 24-12 in the fourth to earn a wire-to-wire victory.
Monmouth had a plus-14 edge on the glass, winning the rebounding margin for the fourth straight game in the tournament. The Hawks shot 51.0 percent (26-51) from the floor, including seven made threes, and held Towson to 34.9 percent (22-63).

Courtesy of caasports.com

All-CAA Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center

All-Tournament MVP: USA

Brianna Tinsley (5'7''-G) of Monmouth
Player of the Year: Canada

Keishana Washington (5'7''-G-2000) of Drexel
Defensive Player of the Year: USA

Kylie Kornegay-Lucas (5'10''-G) of Towson
Rookie of the Year: USA

Raven Preston (5'11''-G) of Elon
Sixth Player of the Year: USA

Deja Bristol (6'1''-F) of Northeastern
Scholar-Athlete of the Year: USA

Riley Casey (5'8''-G) of William & Mary
Coach of the Year: Bridgette Mitchell of Northeastern

All-CAA First Team 2023

Casey

Erdogan

Kornegay-Lucas

Warren

Washington

First Team
USA

Riley Casey (5'8''-G) of William & Mary
Turkey

Derin Erdogan (5'6''-G-2002) of Northeastern
USA

Kylie Kornegay-Lucas (5'10''-G) of Towson
USA

Anastasia Warren (5'8''-G) of Stony Brook
Canada

Keishana Washington (5'7''-G-2000) of Drexel

All-CAA Second Team 2023

Harris

Logan

Pittman

Thomas

Wagner

Second Team
USA

Jazmin Harris (6'3''-C) of NC A&T
USA

Jada Logan (5'9''-G) of Charleston
USA

Sherese Pittman (6'2''-F) of Stony Brook
USA

Brandy Thomas (5'10''-G) of Hofstra
USA

Sydney Wagner (5'6''-G) of William & Mary

All-CAA Third Team 2023

Bracone

Gonzalez

Motema

Sconiers

Young

Third Team
USA

Maleia Bracone (5'10''-G) of NC A&T
USA

Gigi Gonzalez (5'7''-G) of Stony Brook
USA

Gemima Motema (5'9''-G) of Northeastern
USA

Klarke Sconiers (6'2''-C) of Delaware
USA

Nylah Young (5'11''-F) of Hampton

All-CAA All-Defensive Team 2023

Bracone

Kornegay-Lucas

Kranbuhl

Mason

Motema

All-Defensive Team
USA

Maleia Bracone (5'10''-G) of NC A&T
USA

Kylie Kornegay-Lucas (5'10''-G) of Towson
USA

Belle Kranbuhl (6'3''-C) of Monmouth
USA

Victoria Mason (5'8''-G) of Hampton
USA

Gemima Motema (5'9''-G) of Northeastern

All-CAA All-Rookie Team 2023

Andrews

Clark

Lavelle

O'Neill

Preston

All-Rookie Team
USA

Alexis Andrews (5'8''-G) of Charleston
USA

Chaniya Clark (6'4''-C) of NC A&T
USA

Kylie Lavelle (6'2''-F) of Drexel
USA

Grace O'Neill (5'7''-g) of Drexel
USA

Raven Preston (5'11''-G) of Elon

All-CAA All-Tournament Team 2023

Tinsley

Marsicano

Fulmore

Kornegay-Lucas

Erdogan

Wagner

All-Tournament Team
USA

Brianna Tinsley (5'7''-G) of Monmouth
USA

Lovin Marsicano (6'1''-F) of Monmouth
USA

Quinzia Fulmore (6'3''-F) of Towson
USA

Kylie Kornegay-Lucas (5'10''-G) of Towson
Turkey

Derin Erdogan (5'6''-G-2002) of Northeastern
USA

Sydney Wagner (5'6''-G) of William & Mary

All Heart! Sacred Heart Captures Fourth NEC Women's Basketball Crown - by Eurobasket Center

Hackensack, NJ -- It was an all-time performance by a special player on the brightest stage.
Riding the play of decorated freshman guard Ny'Ceara Pryor, second-seeded Sacred Heart pulled away down the stretch to beat top-seeded FDU, 72-60, and capture the program's first NEC women's basketball title since 2012 and fourth in program history.
Before a frenzied throng at FDU's Stratis Arena, the NEC's top two teams battled to a dead heat for 35+ minutes in a high-level, entertaining affair before Pryor was able to assert her will and lead the Pios to their third straight win over the Knights this season.
Pryor, the NEC Player, Rookie and Defensive Player of the Year, capped off a sensational tournament debut with yet another stat stuffer for Sacred Heart (18-13). Scoring 20 points for the third time in as many postseason contests, she completed the double-double with 11 rebounds and added seven assists, two steals and a block.
During the three-game stretch, Pryor, who was named the NEC Tournament MVP, averaged 21.0 points, 10.0 boards, 6.0 assists and 2.3 steals per contest.
'For me it was a lot of pressure,' said Pryor. 'We all said it was just one game...we played hard for 40 minutes. We lost the lead, but going down we really fought. We've been in that situation before and I think we just took our time with it and made every possession matter. I think that was the biggest thing, staying together. We fought for 40 hard minutes.'
Sunday's championship game could not have been written any better.
In what proved to be a slugfest right out of the opening tip, Sacred Heart delivered a 6-0 run over the final 1:12 on consecutive buckets by Olivia Tucker, Sierra Johnson and Pryor to take a 21-14 advantage after the first quarter.
The Pios, who finished the first half shooting 64.3 from the field, led by five (40-35) at intermission.
Pryor was already on her way to posting her fifth double-double of the season - and second of the NEC Tournament - in the first half with 10 points, eight boards and five dimes at the break.
However, FDU held SHU to just eight third quarter points and took a precarious 49-48 edge heading into the final quarter behind an eight-point period from Dahomee Forgues.
With 8:45 remaining, All-NEC first teamer Chloe Wilson forced the game's fourth tie - and seventh lead change - on an unconventional three-point play that put FDU (24-7) in front, 52-51. The Knights continued to roll, as rookie Ella Fajardo would extend the advantage to three with a jumper 29 seconds later.
That's where the key to Sacred Heart's success all season - their stifling and in-your-face pressure - came into play.
Forcing five miscues over a five-minute stretch while holding the Knights to just three shot attempts, Sacred Heart quickly deflated the air out of the home team's rally, using a 14-2 run to take its largest lead of the contest at 65-56.
Tucker contributed four points to that stretch, and played a role in a momentum turning four-point swing. After scoring the go-ahead bucket on a 12-footer with 3:12 remaining, Amelia Wood stole the ball in the backcourt on the ensuing possession, converted a layup and the Pioneers were off and running.
And of course it was Pryor who put the icing on the cake with back-to-back buckets with 2:25 and 1:14 left to play.
'Ny'Ceara's ceiling is so high,' said Mannetti. 'I feel grateful I get to coach a player like her. She is a program changer and she is so humble. She wants nothing to do with credit she's a once in a lifetime kid for me to be able to coach.'
FDU was led Wilson's 19 points and seven rebounds. She earned All-Tournament recognition, along with NEC Most Improved Player Sierra DeAngelo, who had 15 points.
The Knights will now move on to compete in the WNIT after winning its second straight regular season championship and compiling a school-record 24 wins.
Sacred Heart finished with a 21-5 edge in fast break points, a 42-26 advantage in points in the paint and +12 rebounding margin. The Pioneers shot 50.0 percent from the field and held FDU to 37.3 percent shooting.
Pryor was joined on the All-Tournament Team by Tucker, who came up big for the Pios in Sunday's title game with 16 points and four rebounds.
St. Francis Brooklyn's Sarah Bandoma rounded out the 2023 All-Tournament Team.
'I am so grateful to be sitting here in this position,' said Sacred Heart head coach Jessica Mannetti. 'FDU is so tough. They are an opponent that we took a lot of time to prepare for. I could not be happier with how our team executed our game plan, how well they (displayed) composure and connected with team basketball today, and how they fought hard for 40 minutes and weathered the storm to be able to come up with this really big opportunity for us to participate in the NCAA Tournament. This is unbelievable. It's been 10 years in the making.'
SHU previously won NEC Tournament crowns in 2006, 2009 and 2012.
The Pios will learn their NCAA opponent during tonight's NCAA Selection Show, which airs at 8 pm on ESPN.
'I think it's gonna be an awesome feeling,' said Tucker on hearing SHU's name during the NCAA Selection Show tonight. 'I'm sure we're going to be together. I don't knw who we're going to play yet, but whoever it is, our coaches are going to come up with a great scouting report on them. Going to March Madness, I'm sure that's been a dream (for lots of us) since we were little girls.'
Pryor concurred.
'One of our coaches told us that we have to play this game for the little girl that always dreamed (of this moment),' added Pryor. 'We watched March Madness our whole life growing up playing basketball. I think that's the biggest thing to be able to watch us (on TV and) punch our ticket.'

Courtesy of northeastconference.org

All-NEC Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center

All-Tournament MVP: USA

Ny'Ceara Pryor (5'3''-G) of Sacred Heart
Player of the Year: USA

Ny'Ceara Pryor (5'3''-G) of Sacred Heart
Defensive Player of the Year: USA

Ny'Ceara Pryor (5'3''-G) of Sacred Heart
Rookie of the Year: USA

Ny'Ceara Pryor (5'3''-G) of Sacred Heart
Most Improved Player of the Year: USA

Alyssa Fisher (5'7''-G) of SFC
Coach of the Year: Angelika Szumilo of FDU

All-NEC First Team 2023

Bramanti

DeCesare

Fisher

Pryor

Wilson

First Team
USA

Emily Bramanti (5'11''-G) of Stonehill
USA

Jayme DeCesare (5'5''-G-2001) of Merrimack
USA

Alyssa Fisher (5'7''-G) of SFC
USA

Ny'Ceara Pryor (5'3''-G) of Sacred Heart
USA

Chloe Wilson (5'10''-F) of FDU

All-NEC Second Team 2023

Bonner

Cowan

DeAngelo

Lanpher

Moore

Second Team
USA

Sajada Bonner (6'0''-G) of Sacred Heart
USA

Alex Cowan (5'7''-G) of Wagner
USA

Sierra DeAngelo (6'0''-F) of FDU
USA

Belle Lanpher (5'5''-G) of CCSU
USA

Aaliyah Moore (6'0''-F) of SFU

All-NEC Third Team 2023

Austin

Hamilton

Myers

Thybulle

Thomas

Third Team
USA

Ashley Austin (5'6''-G) of LIU Brooklyn
USA

Marissa Hamilton (6'0''-F) of Merrimack
USA

Tyra Myers (5'7''-G) of SFC
USA

Zhaneia Thybulle (5'7''-G) of Wagner
USA

Kaylee Thomas (5'9''-G) of Merrimack

All-NEC All-Rookie Team 2023

Myers

Pryor

Rohkohl

Turner

Wood

All-Rookie Team
USA

Tyra Myers (5'7''-G) of SFC
USA

Ny'Ceara Pryor (5'3''-G) of Sacred Heart
Germany

Lara Rohkohl (6'1''-C-2002) of CCSU
USA

Semaya Turner (5'11''-G) of SFU
USA

Amelia Wood (6'0''-G) of Sacred Heart

All-NEC All-Tournament Team 2023

Pryor

Tucker

DeAngelo

Wilson

Bandoma

All-Tournament Team
USA

Ny'Ceara Pryor (5'3''-G) of Sacred Heart
USA

Olivia Tucker (5'8''-G) of Sacred Heart
USA

Sierra DeAngelo (6'0''-F) of FDU
USA

Chloe Wilson (5'10''-F) of FDU
USA

Sarah Bandoma (6'3''-C) of SFC

Let's dnace! Holy Cross claims 12th Patriot League Championship - by Eurobasket Center

BOSTON - For the first time since 2007, the Holy Cross women's basketball team captured the Patriot League Championship, defeating top-seeded Boston University, 66-61, in Case Gymnasium on Sunday, March 12.
With the win, the Crusaders (24-8) won their league record 12th Patriot League title and advances to the NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Tournament, where they will face No. 2 seeded Maryland, as announced on Sunday night's selection show.
Junior Bronagh Power-Cassidy (5'10''-G) was named the PenFed Credit Union Patriot League Women's Basketball Championship MVP and earned a spot on the All-Tournament Team. Power-Cassidy scored a game-high 21 points on 70 percent (7-of-10) shooting and 50 percent (2-for-4) from three-point range. She was a perfect 5-for-5 (100 percent) from the line and dished out a career- and game-high five assists.
Power-Cassidy averaged 20.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.0 steals per game, shooting 58.3 percent (21-of-36) from the field and 50 percent (9-of-18) from three-point land across all three tournament games.
Three other players reached double figures as junior Janelle Allen (5'11''-F) notched 16 points and five rebounds; sophomore Lindsay Berger (6'2''-F) chipped in 11 points and seven boards; and Cara McCormack (5'3''-G) added 11 points off the bench.
Sydney Johnson (5'9''-G-2001) paced the Terriers (24-8) with a team-best 19 points. Trailing by 22 with 2:54 left in the third quarter, BU pulled close, thanks to a 25-4 run over 9:49 from the third going into the fourth quarter. Johnson hit a three-ball on the right wing with 2:30 left to come within one, 62-61. Power-Cassidy answered on the next possession, knocking down a pull up jumper from the elbow, and the Crusaders held the Terriers scoreless for the remainder of the contest.

HOW IT HAPPENED:
Senior Addisyn Cross (5'7''-G) countered an opening possession layup by BU with a triple from the left corner for the first Crusader lead at 3-2. BU answered with eight straight markers, all close to the rim, for a 10-3 lead. Holy Cross pulled back ahead, 11-10, as Power-Cassidy stopped the BU burst, canning a three on the left wing, and McCormack hit another triple to cap a 10-0 run. A Lauren Davenport (5'11''-G) basket knotted the contest at 15 all, but Power-Cassidy drained another three for the 18-15 advantage through one.
In the second, an Allen post score pushed Holy Cross ahead 24-17. Alex Giannaros pulled up from the stripe to put BU down three, 26-23, with 6:45 left before half. Power-Cassidy completed a hoop and harm to increase the Crusader lead to 37-29. At the half, Holy Cross was ahead by nine, 39-30.
A 9-3 start to the second half by the Crusaders, spearheaded by seven points by Berger, opened up a 48-33 lead. Two McCormack free throws built a 22-point lead, 58-36, for Holy Cross with 2:54 left in the third. BU closed the quarter on an 8-0 run to drop the deficit to 14 heading into the final period.
Five straight points by Johnson and a Pina triple expanded the BU run to 16-0 and dropped the margin to six, 58-52 with 7:17 left in the game. McCormack temporarily stopped the scoring binge driving the right lane and kissed a layup off the glass to make it 60-52. A Davenport jumper and two Johnson freebies brought it down to four, 60-56.
After BU cut within one point with 2:30 left, Power-Cassidy hit a three with 2:01 remaining and iced the game with two free throws with just two seconds remaining, securing the 66-61 victory.

OUTSIDE THE BOX:
Holy Cross won their 50th Patriot League Tournament game, the most in the conference.
The Crusaders became only the second No. 2 seed to beat a No. 1 seed in the conference championship game.
Holy Cross matched the highest free throw percentage in a single game during the conference tournament minimum 15 attempts (16-for-16, 100 percent). The last team to shoot 100 percent in a tournament game was Army on March 2, 1991.

Courtesy of patriotleague.org

All-Patriot League Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center

All-Tournament MVP: Ireland

Bronagh Power-Cassidy (5'10''-G) of Holy Cross
Player of the Year: USA

Frannie Hottinger (6'0''-G/F) of Lehigh
Defensive Player of the Year: USA

Caitlin Weimar (6'4''-F) of Boston U.
Rookie of the Year: USA

Reese Ericson (5'6''-G) of Army
Student-Athlete of the Year: USA

Mackenzie Kramer (5'9''-G) of Lehigh
Coach of the Year: Melissa D'Amico-Graves of Boston U.

All-Patriot League First Team 2023

Hunter

Johnson

Weimar

Hottinger

Kramer

First Team
USA

Sabria Hunter (6'1''-F) of Army
USA

Sydney Johnson (5'9''-G-2001) of Boston U.
USA

Caitlin Weimar (6'4''-F) of Boston U.
USA

Frannie Hottinger (6'0''-G/F) of Lehigh
USA

Mackenzie Kramer (5'9''-G) of Lehigh

All-Patriot League Second Team 2023

Johns

Collins

Golembiewski

Power-Cassidy

Therien

Second Team
USA

Emily Johns (6'1''-F) of American
USA

Cecelia Collins (6'0''-G) of Bucknell
USA

Taylor Golembiewski (5'8''-G) of Colgate
Ireland

Bronagh Power-Cassidy (5'10''-G) of Holy Cross
USA

Lex Therien (6'1''-F) of Loyola, MD

All-Patriot League Third Team 2023

Hall

Giannaros

Allen

Andrews

Antognoli

Third Team
USA

Kamryn Hall (5'11''-F) of Army
USA

Alex Giannaros (5'5''-G) of Boston U.
USA

Janelle Allen (5'11''-F) of Holy Cross
USA

Makayla Andrews (5'10''-G) of Lafayette
USA

Abby Antognoli (5'7''-G) of Lafayette

All-Patriot League All-Defensive Team 2023

Bales

Durant

Johnson

Weimar

Cross

All-Defensive Team
USA

Ivy Bales (5'10''-G) of American
USA

Maren Durant (6'3''-F-2001) of Boston U.
USA

Sydney Johnson (5'9''-G-2001) of Boston U.
USA

Caitlin Weimar (6'4''-F) of Boston U.
USA

Addisyn Cross (5'7''-G) of Holy Cross

All-Patriot League All-Rookie Team 2023

Ericson

Theodorsson

Flanagan

Fandre

Louridas

All-Rookie Team
USA

Reese Ericson (5'6''-G) of Army
Iceland

Emma Theodorsson (6'1''-F/G) of Bucknell
USA

Kaitlyn Flanagan (5'8''-G) of Holy Cross
USA

Lily Fandre (6'1''-F) of Lehigh
USA

Maren Louridas (6'0''-G) of Navy

All-Patriot League All-Academic Team 2023

Pina

Power-Cassidy

Antognoli

Hottinger

Kramer

All-Academic Team
USA

Maggie Pina (5'7''-G-2000) of Boston U.
Ireland

Bronagh Power-Cassidy (5'10''-G) of Holy Cross
USA

Abby Antognoli (5'7''-G) of Lafayette
USA

Frannie Hottinger (6'0''-G/F) of Lehigh
USA

Mackenzie Kramer (5'9''-G) of Lehigh

All-Patriot League All-Tournament Team 2023

Durant

Johnson

Weimar

Power-Cassidy

Ericson

All-Tournament Team
USA

Maren Durant (6'3''-F-2001) of Boston U.
USA

Sydney Johnson (5'9''-G-2001) of Boston U.
USA

Caitlin Weimar (6'4''-F) of Boston U.
Ireland

Bronagh Power-Cassidy (5'10''-G) of Holy Cross
USA

Reese Ericson (5'6''-G) of Army

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POLAND

Stats Leaders - PLKK

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Alanna SMITH

Gorzow W
(193-F-1996)
Avg: 22.6

22.6

20.7

20.1

19.6

17.5

1Liga Stats Leaders - by Eurobasket Center

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Dominika ULLMANN

Pol.Gdansk
(170-G-2005)
Avg: 22.6

22.6

19.3

18.6

18.5

18.0

Overview of EBLK Round 2 of Quarter-Finals - by Eurobasket News

Polkowice - Polonia W-wa 109-57

Polkowice dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Polonia W-wa's 22. Polkowice forced 20 Polonia W-wa turnovers and outrebounded them 44-20 including a 30-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. Polkowice players were unselfish on offense dishing 30 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Polonia W-wa's players. International center Weronika Telenga (192-1995) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds. Slovenian guard Zala Friskovec (179-1999) contributed with 19 points and 6 assists for the winners. Four Polkowice players scored in double figures. Serbian forward Andjelina Radic (187-1994) replied with 12 points and 5 rebounds and American guard Andreona Keys (178-1995, college: Purdue) added 8 points in the effort for Polonia W-wa. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
Polkowice: Z.Friskovec 19+3reb+6ast, W.Telenga 17+12reb+2ast, A.Spanou 16+7reb+2ast, K.Gertchen 14+4reb+2ast, B.Puter 12+2reb+1ast, E.Wheeler 11+3reb+6ast
Polonia W-wa: A.Radic 12+5reb+2ast, A.Keys 8+4reb+2ast, J.Jackson 7+2reb+1ast, K.Sosnowska 6+3reb+2ast, S.Marta 5, M.Leszczynska 5+1reb+2ast

Poznan - Sosnowiec 66-71

Sosnowiec players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Poznan's players. American guard Jessica January (170-1995, college: DePaul) orchestrated the victory with a triple-double by scoring 18 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists. Canadian center Quinn Urbaniak-Dornstauder (193-1995, college: Arizona St.) contributed with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Four Sosnowiec players scored in double figures. International Agnieszka Skobel (180-1989) replied with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 10 rebounds and American guard Alecia Sutton (173-1998, college: Texas) added 10 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists in the effort for Poznan.
Top scorers:
Sosnowiec: J.January 18+13reb+10ast, Q.Urbaniak-Dornstauder 15+13reb+3ast, W.Klaudia 12+4reb+4ast, M.Mistinova-Prazenicova 12+3reb+3ast, B.Zempare 8+12reb+7ast, L.Grzenkowicz 3+1reb
Poznan: A.Skobel 30+10reb+1ast, M.Pokk 13+8reb+2ast, A.Sutton 10+6reb+8ast, M.Dodson 9+11reb, J.Popovic 4+1reb, D.Karolina 0

Gorzow Wlkp. - Wroclaw 100-72

Gorzow Wlkp. made 24-of-25 charity shots (96.0 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Australian forward Alanna Smith (193-1996, college: Stanford) orchestrated the victory by scoring 35 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds. Turkish center Tilbe Senyurek (190-1995) contributed with 19 points and 5 assists for the winners. Five Gorzow Wlkp. players scored in double figures. Power forward Natalia Kurach (186-2002) replied with 9 points and 5 rebounds and American forward Stephanie Jones (188-1998, college: Maryland) added 11 points in the effort for Wroclaw. 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.
Top scorers:
Gorzow Wlkp.: A.Smith 35+7reb+2ast, T.Senyurek 19+3reb+5ast, Z.Wadoux 13+5reb+3ast, L.Allen 13+2reb+6ast, C.Horvat 11+7reb, W.Keller 7+6reb+3ast
Wroclaw: K.Stefanczyk 12+1reb, S.Jones 11+4reb+1ast, P.Jaworska 11+1reb+2ast, R.Brezinova 10+4reb+2ast, J.Drop 10+2reb+2ast, N.Kurach 9+5reb+3ast

Lublin - Arka Gdynia 77-74

Lublin made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was Serbian point guard Aleksandra Stanacev (167-1994) who scored 21 points and 6 assists. American power forward Natasha Mack (193-1997, college: OK State, agency: LBM Management) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds. American guard Haley Gorecki (183-1996, college: Duke) produced 20 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and international center Kamila Borkowska (201-2002) added 14 points and 11 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Lublin: A.Stanacev 21+4reb+6ast, S.Taylor 18+3reb+3ast, N.Mack 16+11reb+2ast, K.Zec 10+2reb+3ast, M.Zietara 7+3reb+2ast, A.Ziemborska 5+2reb+1ast
Arka Gdynia: H.Gorecki 20+6reb+5ast, B.Kamila 14+11reb, J.Niemojewska 11+1reb+2ast, M.Kastanek 11+4ast, K.Higgins 8+3reb+2ast, K.Vuckovic 4+2reb+2ast

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ROMANIA

Tanesha Sutton gets MVP of the Week award for Romanian Liga Nationala - by Eurobasket News

American Tanesha Sutton (178-G-1995) put on an amazing game in the last round for Cluj Napoca and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 22.
The 27-year old guard had the game-high 23 points adding eight rebounds and seven assists for Cluj Napoca in her team's victory, helping them to beat Rapid (#4, 12-7) 66-61. Cluj Napoca maintains the 7th position in Romanian Liga Nationala. Cluj Napoca 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 8-11 record. In the team's last game Sutton had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range. She turned to be Cluj Napoca's top player in her first season with the team. University of Maine graduate has very impressive stats this year. Sutton is in league's top in points (8th best: 16.6ppg) and rebounds (9th best: 8.3rpg).

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Serbian guard Milica Mitrovic (175-G-1993) of Targu Secuiesc. Mitrovic impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 22 points and 12 rebounds. Of course she led Targu Secuiesc to another comfortable win 80-67 over slightly higher-ranked Brasov (#5, 10-8) being unquestionably team leader. Targu Secuiesc's 6th position in the standings has not changed. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 9-10 record. Mitrovic is a newcomer at Targu Secuiesc 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 American Rodjanae Wade (188-C-1998) of Rapid (#4). Wade scored 17 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). Despite Wade's great performance Rapid lost 61-66 to the lower-ranked Cluj Napoca (#7, 8-11). But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing Rapid needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 12 victories and 7 lost games. Wade has a great season in Romania. After 12 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 14.5rpg (#1 in league).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Yvheniia Putra (191-C-2004) of Cluj Napoca - 17 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Ines Corda (169-PG-1995) of Targu Secuiesc - 22 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists
6. Biljana Pesovic (180-SG-1983) of Brasov - 23 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists
7. Brankica Hadzovic (175-G-1981) of Arad - 19 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Brianna Wilson (193-C-1991) of Targu Secuiesc - 10 points and 14 rebounds
9. Anisha George (188-C-1998) of Brasov - 13 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Evelina Petrof (176-SF-2002) of Constanta - 15 points, 5 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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RUSSIA

Zaitceva number one in Russia PBL for round 7 - by Eurobasket News

International Power forward Anna Zaitceva (182-F/C-1999) put on an amazing game in the last round for Samara, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 7 (Second Stage).
The 23-year old player was the main contributor (11 points, seven rebounds and five assists) to her team's victory, helping them to beat Sparta&K MR (#6, 12-18) 67-53. Samara maintains the 5th position in Russian PBL. Samara is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. But it was their 15th lost game this season out of 30 games. It's Zaitceva's second year at Samara and it's hard to imagine this team without her. Anna Zaitceva averages this season 9.3ppg and 5.2rpg.

The second best player in last round's games was young Ekaterina Chistyakova (184-F-1989) of Dynamo M.. Chistyakova had a very good evening with a double-double of 21 points and 19 rebounds. Bad luck as Dynamo M. was edged by the bottom-ranked Neftyanik (#10, 6-23) 62-58. Dynamo M. are still at the very bottom. 27 lost games are too many comparing to just three victories Dynamo M. managed to get this Second Stage. Chistyakova is one of the most experienced players at Dynamo M. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third on the list of top players last round was DR Congolese forward La Mama Kapinga-Maweja (194-F/C-1997, agency: LBM Management) of Dynamo NR (#3). Kapinga-Maweja scored 18 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). Despite Kapinga-Maweja's great performance Dynamo NR lost 68-75 to the lower-ranked Enisey (#8, 16-13). But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Dynamo NR not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 19 games, recording just eleven victories. With bigger assistance of her teammates, Kapinga-Maweja could try to bring Dynamo NR's a little bit higher in the standings. Kapinga-Maweja has a very solid season. In 28 games in Russia she scored 7.9ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Elizaveta Komarova (174-PG-1995) of Dynamo K. - 16 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists
5. Xeniya Afanasenko (166-PG-2001) of Neftyanik - 13 points and 4 assists
6. Evgeniya Frolkina (182-SF-1997) of Dynamo K. - 19 points and 2 rebounds
7. Julia Poluyanova (187-F-1992) of Nika - 14 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Ekaterina Gunchenko (186-F/C-1998) of Enisey - 13 points and 5 rebounds
9. Viktoriya Ponamarchuk (187-F/C-1995) of Neftyanik - 10 points and 10 rebounds
10. Zhosselina Maiga (192-C-1996) of MBA - 11 points, 11 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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RWANDA

D1 Round 3: APR hand first defeat to RP-IPRC Huye - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of RP-IPRC Huye (2-1) on the court of APR on Sunday night. Visitors were defeated by APR 80-71.
The game in supposed to be also worth to mention about. REG (3-0) played at the court of The Hoops (1-2). REG smashed The Hoops 74-37.
Local GSMRR (2-1) outscored UR BBC (0-3) 86-38 on Sunday night.

In the last game of round 3 Gahini defeated UR Kigali in a road game 54-36.

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GSMRR - UR BBC 86-38

Local GSMRR (2-1) outscored UR BBC (0-3) 86-38 on Sunday night.

UR Kigali - Gahini 36-54

But UR Kigali was not able to use a home court advantage and was defeated by the opponent from 54-36 on Sunday night.

APR - RP-IPRC Huye 80-71

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of RP-IPRC Huye (2-1) on the court of APR on Sunday night. Visitors were defeated by APR 80-71.

The Hoops - REG 37-74

The game in supposed to be also worth to mention about. REG (3-0) played at the court of The Hoops (1-2). REG smashed The Hoops 74-37.

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SERBIA

Stats Leaders - 1A women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Dayzsha ROGAN

Spartak S.
(163-G-1999)
Avg: 21.9

21.9

18.7

17.8

17.7

17.2

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SLOVENIA

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Sara LOOMIS

Celje
(188-PF-1997)
Avg: 17.0

17.0

15.6

14.9

14.6

14.5

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SPAIN

Stats Leaders - LFB

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Sika KONE

Gran Canaria
(190-F/C-2002)
Avg: 17.4

17.4

16.5

16.1

15.8

14.7

LF Challenge Round 26: Alcobendas beat Al-Qazeres by three after a very close game - by Eurobasket News

The games at this stage are more interesting as they can be crucial for the final standings in Regular Season. Despite we already know who is stronger and who is weaker, there may be still last minute surprises and upsets. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

Eighth-ranked Al-Qazeres (12-12) used its home court advantage to challenge third ranked Alcobendas (18-8) in Caceres on Sunday. The visitors from Alcobendas managed to secure only three-point victory 61-58. However their fans expected much easier game. Guard Lucia Togores (176-1996) orchestrated the victory by scoring 9 points and 7 rebounds. Mali forward Aminata Sangare (186-2002) contributed with 9 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Alcobendas' coach Julian Sanchez used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Forward Celia Garcia-Panuero (180-1995, college: UIW) replied with 16 points for Al-Qazeres. Alcobendas have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 18-8 record having five points less than leader Ferrol. Al-Qazeres at the other side keeps the eighth place with 12 games lost. Alcobendas are looking forward to face Paterna (#7) at home in the next round. Al-Qazeres will play against Ardoi and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
LF Challenge top team - Ferrol (23-3) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed eleventh ranked Lima-Horta (10-16) in Barcelona 73-49. American center Jenna Allen (190-1997, college: Michigan St., agency: LBM Management) scored 25 points to lead the charge for the winners and Jessica Fequiere chipped in 10 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Ferrol's coach Lino Lopez felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Argentinian Agustina Leiva responded with 19 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Ferrol have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 23-3 record. Lima-Horta lost third consecutive game. They keep the eleventh place with 16 games lost. Ferrol will play against Ardoi (#6) in Zizur Mayor in the next round where they are favorite. Lima-Horta will play on the road against Azkoitia (#14) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
The game in Paterna supposed to be also quite interesting. Second ranked Zamarat (19-6) played at the court of 6th ranked Paterna (13-12). Zamarat smashed Paterna 63-35 on Sunday. Nneka Ezeigbo notched a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort. Coach Ricardo Vasconcelos's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 6 points and 9 rebounds by Emily Kalenik did not help to save the game for Paterna. Zamarat have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 19-6 record having five points less than leader Ferrol. Paterna lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Ardoi. Zamarat will meet at home Melilla (#13) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Paterna will play against Alcobendas (#3) and hope to secure a win.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 26: Real Canoe beat Ardoi on the road 59-56. Melilla won against Azkoitia on its own court 66-57. Picken Claret managed to outperform Cordoba in Valencia 71-57. Celta Zorka managed to beat Joventut at home 69-53. Estepona was defeated by Adareva on the opponent's court 66-59.
The most impressive performance of 26th round was 18 points and 8 rebounds by Julie Dacosta of Adareva.

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Ardoi - Real Canoe 56-59

There was a surprise result when tenth ranked Real Canoe (11-14) edged higher ranked Ardoi (13-12) in Zizur Mayor 59-56 on Saturday. Swingman Macarena Roldan (174-1994) notched 16 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and Lucia Rodriguez (188-1999) supported her with 10 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Even a double-double of 13 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists by Argentinian center Diana Cabrera (186-1993) did not help to save the game for Ardoi. Senegalese forward Fatou Pouye (183, college: Duquesne) added 21 points and 5 rebounds for the hosts. Ardoi's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Real Canoe moved-up to ninth place. Loser Ardoi keeps the sixth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Paterna. Real Canoe will meet at home Adareva (#12) in the next round. Ardoi will play against Al-Qazeres (#8) in Caceres and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Real Canoe: M.Roldan 16+6reb+1ast, M.Silva 13+4reb+1ast, L.Rodriguez 10+5reb+5ast, C.Molina 6+3reb+1ast, B.Irene 6+10reb, M.Malpartida 2+1reb+1ast
Ardoi: F.Pouye 21+5reb+1ast, D.Cabrera 13+12reb+4ast, I.Arregui 8+2reb+3ast, Z.Hernandez 6+2reb+2ast, C.Calvelo 4+5reb+1ast, D.Amaia 2+2reb+1ast

Lima-Horta - Ferrol 49-73

LF Challenge top team - Ferrol (23-3) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed eleventh ranked Lima-Horta (10-16) in Barcelona 73-49. They outrebounded Lima-Horta 41-29 including 28 on the defensive glass. American center Jenna Allen (190-1997, college: Michigan St., agency: LBM Management) scored 25 points to lead the charge for the winners and Haitian swingman Jessica Fequiere (180-1993, college: Albany) chipped in 10 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Ferrol's coach Lino Lopez felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Argentinian Agustina Leiva responded with 19 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and center Paula Tutusaus (190-1990) scored 10 points. Ferrol have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 23-3 record. Lima-Horta lost third consecutive game. They keep the eleventh place with 16 games lost. Ferrol will play against Ardoi (#6) in Zizur Mayor in the next round where they are favorite. Lima-Horta will play on the road against Azkoitia (#14) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Ferrol: J.Allen 25+3reb+1ast, M.Angela 14+4reb, J.Fequiere 10+5reb+4ast, C.Soriano 8+3reb+1ast, A.Boquete 6+4reb+1ast, J.Mungo 6+6reb+1ast
Lima-Horta: L.Agustina 19+6reb, P.Tutusaus 10+4reb+2ast, N.Barrientos 6+8reb, S.Cristina 4+4reb+1ast, E.Soriano 4+5reb+3ast, L.Pauline 4+1reb+1ast

Melilla - Azkoitia 66-57

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 13th ranked Azkoitia (8-16) lost on the road to fourteenth ranked Melilla (8-16) 66-57 on Saturday. Melilla outrebounded Azkoitia 49-34 including 36 on the defensive glass. Point guard Laura Fernandez (169-1989) notched 20 points and 4 assists to lead the effort and Brazilian power forward Leticia Rodrigues (187-1995) supported her with 11 points and 12 rebounds. Even 18 points and 5 rebounds by Portuguese forward Josephine Filipe (177-1995) did not help to save the game for Azkoitia. Jone Azcue added 12 points for the guests. Azkoitia's coach Joseba Lizarralde rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Melilla moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with defeated Azkoitia. Melilla will meet league's second-placed Zamarat in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Azkoitia will play against Lima-Horta (#11) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Melilla: L.Fernandez 20+4reb+4ast, M.Torreblanca 13+2reb+1ast, L.Rodrigues 11+12reb, P.Benet 8+9reb+4ast, G.Ana 7+2reb, B.Stevanovic 3+4reb+3ast
Azkoitia: J.Filipe 18+5reb+1ast, A.Jone 12+3reb+2ast, J.Molina-Prados 8+5reb+1ast, I.Lizarazu 6+3reb+2ast, F.Emilia 4+4reb, S.Iparragirre 4+1reb+2ast

Paterna - Zamarat 35-63

The game in Paterna supposed to be also quite interesting. Second ranked Zamarat (19-6) played at the court of 6th ranked Paterna (13-12). Zamarat smashed Paterna 63-35 on Sunday. Zamarat held Paterna to an opponent 24.1 percent shooting from the field compared to 44.1 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Paterna 44-32 including 31 on the defensive glass. American-Nigerian center Nneka Ezeigbo (188-1998, college: RMU) notched a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort and Serbian forward Adrijana Knezevic (183-1987) supported her with 12 points and 7 rebounds. Coach Ricardo Vasconcelos's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 6 points and 9 rebounds by Polish center Emily Kalenik (193-2004) did not help to save the game for Paterna. Guard Clara Che (172-1997, college: Providence) added 5 points and 7 assists for the hosts. Zamarat have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 19-6 record having five points less than leader Ferrol. Paterna lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Ardoi. Zamarat will meet at home Melilla (#13) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Paterna will play against Alcobendas (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Zamarat: N.Ezeigbo 15+11reb+2ast, A.Knezevic 12+7reb+1ast, A.Hartmann 8+5reb+1ast, A.Vendrell 7+2reb+1ast, O.Santana 6+4reb+2ast, M.Barneda 5+3reb+3ast
Paterna: I.German 8+2reb+2ast, D.Noa 6+4reb+1ast, K.Emily 6+9reb+1ast, C.Che 5+4reb+7ast, P.Ines 5+1ast, P.Lopez 3+3reb

Al-Qazeres - Alcobendas 58-61

Eighth-ranked Al-Qazeres (12-12) used its home court advantage to challenge third ranked Alcobendas (18-8) in Caceres on Sunday. The visitors from Alcobendas managed to secure only three-point victory 61-58. However their fans expected much easier game. Guard Lucia Togores (176-1996) orchestrated the victory by scoring 9 points and 7 rebounds. Mali forward Aminata Sangare (186-2002) contributed with 9 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Alcobendas' coach Julian Sanchez used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Forward Celia Garcia-Panuero (180-1995, college: UIW) replied with 16 points and American guard Kate Andersen (175-1997, college: Portland) added 14 points and 4 steals in the effort for Al-Qazeres. Alcobendas have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 18-8 record having five points less than leader Ferrol. Al-Qazeres at the other side keeps the eighth place with 12 games lost. Alcobendas are looking forward to face Paterna (#7) at home in the next round. Al-Qazeres will play against Ardoi and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Alcobendas: R.Howard 13+2reb, A.Sangare 9+7reb+1ast, L.Togores 9+7reb+1ast, C.De Sousa 8+8reb, S.Ines 6+1reb, C.Rodriguez 4+5reb
Al-Qazeres: C.Garcia-Panuero 16+4reb+2ast, K.Andersen 14+3reb, C.Gedna 7+4reb, C.Primm 6+10reb, S.Hisado 5+2reb, S.Zaragoza 4+6reb+1ast

Cordoba - Picken Claret 57-71

The game between closely ranked teams ended with fifteenth ranked Picken Claret's (8-17) road victory over bottom-ranked Cordoba (3-23) 71-57 on Saturday. Argentinian power forward Celia Fiorotto (186-1992) notched 18 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort and Marina Bleda supported her with 15 points and 5 rebounds. Even a double-double of 16 points and 12 rebounds by American forward Camille Zimmerman (185-1995, college: Columbia) did not help to save the game for Cordoba. Marcy de Sousa added 8 points and 6 rebounds for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players saving starting five for next games. Newly promoted Picken Claret maintains fifteenth position with 8-17 record. Cordoba lost sixth consecutive game. Cordoba at the other side, also newcomer in the league, stay dead last with 23 lost games. Picken Claret will meet higher ranked Joventut (#5) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Cordoba will play against Joventut (#5) in Badalona and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Picken Claret: C.Fiorotto 18+7reb+1ast, B.Marina 15+5reb+3ast, Z.Urbaniak-Dornstauder 12+6reb+1ast, V.Cristina 9+4reb+1ast, A.Sofia 6+2reb+2ast, E.Iranzo 5+1reb
Cordoba: C.Zimmerman 16+12reb+2ast, M.Carlota 9+1reb+3ast, d.Sousa Marcy 8+6reb+2ast, S.Varga 5+3reb+2ast, U.Cristina 5+10reb, M.Luz 4+1reb

Celta Zorka - Joventut 69-53

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 5th ranked Joventut's (16-8) road loss to fourth ranked Celta Zorka (17-6) in Vigo 53-69 on Sunday. Celta Zorka forced 27 Joventut turnovers. Nigerian center Murjanatu Musa (187-2000) notched a double-double by scoring 14 points and 15 rebounds to lead the effort and American guard Doniyah Cliney (182-1996, college: S.Carolina) supported her with 17 points and 4 assists. Four Celta Zorka players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 20 points and 10 rebounds by forward Gala Mestres (185-1994, college: Mount Royal) did not help to save the game for Joventut. Russian power forward Maria Davydova (190-1993, college: FIU) added 11 points and 10 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches used bench players saving starting five for next games. Celta Zorka maintains fourth position with 17-6 record. Loser Joventut keeps the fifth place with eight games lost. Celta Zorka will meet Estepona (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. Joventut will play against Picken Claret (#15) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Celta Zorka: D.Cliney 17+1reb+4ast, M.Murjanatu 14+15reb+2ast, G.Marina 12+5reb+2ast, G.Elba 10+5reb+1ast, S.Alejandra 6+1reb+1ast, S.Luize 5+3reb+1ast
Joventut: G.Mestres 20+10reb, M.Davydova 11+10reb, L.Roig 8+3reb, L.Piera 5+3reb, A.Marina 4+5reb+1ast, D.Toussaint 3+3reb+1ast

Adareva - Estepona 66-59

There was a small surprise when twelfth ranked Adareva (9-15) defeated 9th ranked Estepona (11-15) in Tenerife 66-59 on Saturday. Adareva outrebounded Estepona 42-31 including 32 on the defensive glass. Julie Dacosta (-1999, agency: The French Family Consulting) notched 18 points and 8 rebounds to lead the effort and Maria Luque (-2003) supported her with 13 points and 5 rebounds. Even 10 points and 9 rebounds by Montenegrin center Ana Pocek (190-1993) did not help to save the game for Estepona. American point guard Tiffany Brown (168-1986, college: Georgia South) added 12 points and 6 assists for the guests. Newly promoted Adareva maintains twelfth position with 9-15 record. Loser Estepona dropped to the tenth place with 15 games lost. Adareva will meet higher ranked Real Canoe (#9) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Estepona will play against Celta Zorka and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Adareva: A.Pena 18+1reb, D.Julie 18+8reb+1ast, L.Maria 13+5reb+2ast, F.Fofana 7+10reb+1ast, G.Tania 3+1reb+1ast, S.Basaez 3+1reb+2ast
Estepona: T.Brown 12+2reb+6ast, A.Pocek 10+9reb+2ast, W.Rolle 9+5reb, S.Carla 8, N.Masia 7+4reb+2ast, C.Lucia 5+3reb

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Stats Leaders - Damligan

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Aquira DECOSTA

Alvik B
(185-F-2000)
Avg: 23.7

23.7

21.8

21.7

21.6

21.3

Damligan Round 19: Norrkoping is defeated by IK Eos - by Eurobasket News

There will be only one (last) round of the Regular Season in Damligan. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The game between third ranked Norrkoping (12-7) and seventh ranked IK Eos (9-10) was the most important one in the last round on Saturday night. Norrkoping was defeated by IK Eos in Lund 90-74. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Norrkoping. Strangely Norrkoping outrebounded IK Eos 48-33 including a 22-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for American swingman Courtajia Sanders (185-1999, college: UCF) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Danish power forward Emilie Hesseldal (185-1990, college: Colorado St.) helped adding 21 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side American guard Alexa Held (178-1999, college: DePaul) responded with 21 points. Norrkoping's coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. IK Eos maintains seventh place with 9-10 record. Defending champion Norrkoping keeps the third position with seven games lost. IK Eos are looking forward to face league's leader Lulea Basket on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Norrkoping will have a break next round.
Damligan top team - Lulea Basket (17-1) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed eleventh ranked Visby (2-17) 116-51. It was a quality performance for American guard Brooke McCarty-Williams (163-1995, college: Texas) who led the winners and scored 25 points, 9 assists and 4 steals. Ellen Nystrom accounted for 18 points and 6 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Samoan forward Geralynn Leaupepe (180-1996) came up with 25 points and 6 rebounds for Visby in the defeat. Lulea Basket have an impressive series of seventeen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 17-1 record. Visby lost fourth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 17 games lost. Lulea Basket will play against IK Eos (#7) in Lund in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Visby will play on the road against Alvik Basket (#6) in Stockholm and hopes to get back on the winning track.
The game in Kinna supposed to be also quite interesting. Fifth ranked Uppsala (11-8) played at the court of 8th ranked Mark (8-11). Uppsala smashed Mark 88-67 on Sunday. Oceana Hamilton fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 21 rebounds for the winners. Lindsey VanAllen produced 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. The victory was the third consecutive win for Uppsala. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Ostersund. Mark lost their third game in a row. They keep the eighth position with 11 games lost. Uppsala will meet at home Sjuharads (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Mark will play against Ostersund and hope to secure a win.

In the last two games of round 19 Sjuharads lost to Ostersund on the opponent's court 64-80. Hogsbo were outscored by Alvik Basket in a home game 59-81.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 30 points by Deja Church of IK Eos.

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Ostersund - Sjuharads 80-64

Very expected game when 10th ranked Sjuharads (4-15) were defeated on the road by fifth ranked Ostersund (11-8) 80-64 on Friday. Ostersund dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to Sjuharads' 22. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Ostersund made 10 blocks. American guard Hannah Whitish (175-1998, college: Nebraska) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Her fellow American import Jessica Kelliher (183-1997, college: Lewis) chipped in a double-double by scoring 21 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Ostersund's coach Alva Stark used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international forward Elin Ljunggren (185-1996) produced a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds and forward Linn Larsson (178-1999) added 13 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Ostersund moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Uppsala. Sjuharads lost their seventh game in a row. They dropped to the ninth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Hogsbo. Ostersund will meet at home Mark (#8) in the next round. Sjuharads will play against Uppsala and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sjuharads: E.Ljunggren 24+11reb, L.Larsson 13+9reb+1ast, E.Moa 8+5reb+1ast, B.Elmore 7+4reb+5ast, A.Golob 6+7reb+2ast, A.Dahl 6+7reb+4ast
Ostersund: H.Whitish 22+12reb+7ast, J.Kelliher 21+10reb+5ast, S.Dahlin 11+5reb+1ast, G.Bronson 9+5reb+5ast, D.Elvbo 6+1reb+1ast, A.Lundquist 4+1reb

Hogsbo - Alvik Basket 59-81

Rather predictable result in Goteborg where sixth ranked Alvik Basket (10-9) smashed 9th ranked Hogsbo (4-15) 81-59 on Saturday. Alvik Basket forced 25 Hogsbo turnovers. American guard Kyah Proctor (168-1995, college: Bowie St.) fired 19 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Norwegian Karoline Teigland (173-1996) chipped in 13 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Alvik Basket players scored in double figures. Guard Elin Fredrikson (173-2000) produced 13 points and 6 rebounds and American Devon Brookshire (190-1994, college: St.Mary's, CA) added 10 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Alvik Basket maintains sixth place with 10-9 record. Hogsbo lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the ninth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Sjuharads. Alvik Basket will meet at home bottom-ranked Visby (#11) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Hogsbo will play against the league's second-placed Sodertalje and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Hogsbo: E.Fredrikson 13+6reb+2ast, D.Brookshire 10+8reb+2ast, H.Hanna 10, I.Fredrikson 9+4reb+5ast, E.Johansson 7+6reb, J.Cherry 5+7reb+1ast
Alvik Basket: K.Proctor 19+6reb+5ast, P.Sorensen 14+4reb+2ast, K.Teigland 13+6reb+4ast, F.Jallow 11+2reb+1ast, L.Vesiluoma 10+4reb, C.Alice 5+3reb+1ast

Visby - Lulea Basket 51-116

Damligan top team - Lulea Basket (17-1) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed eleventh ranked Visby (2-17) 116-51. Lulea Basket dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Visby's 24. Lulea Basket forced 26 Visby turnovers. They shot the lights out from three nailing 16 long-distance shots on high 59.3 percentage. Lulea Basket players were unselfish on offense dishing 39 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Visby's players. It was a quality performance for American guard Brooke McCarty-Williams (163-1995, college: Texas) who led the winners and scored 25 points, 9 assists and 4 steals. The former international guard Ellen Nystrom (185-1993, college: Colorado St.) accounted for 18 points and 6 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winning side. Four Lulea Basket players scored in double figures. Samoan forward Geralynn Leaupepe (180-1996) came up with 25 points and 6 rebounds and Ester Olsson (180-2003) added 16 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Visby in the defeat. Lulea Basket have an impressive series of seventeen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 17-1 record. Visby lost fourth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 17 games lost. Lulea Basket will play against IK Eos (#7) in Lund in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Visby will play on the road against Alvik Basket (#6) in Stockholm and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Visby: L.Geralynn 25+6reb+2ast, O.Ester 16+7reb+1ast, A.Helin 5+6reb+9ast, J.Nygard 3+3reb+1ast, I.Kaukopaasi 2+1reb+1ast, L.Tilda 0
Lulea Basket: B.McCarty-Williams 25+3reb+9ast, M.Kraker 18+3reb+3ast, E.Nystrom 18+6reb+1ast, B.Goss 15+3reb+7ast, J.Elle 9+1reb+3ast, E.Borgh 9+4reb+3ast

Mark - Uppsala 67-88

The game in Kinna supposed to be also quite interesting. Fifth ranked Uppsala (11-8) played at the court of 8th ranked Mark (8-11). Uppsala smashed Mark 88-67 on Sunday. They outrebounded Mark 54-29 including a 26-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. Uppsala looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Canadian center Oceana Hamilton (193-1995, college: Northwestern, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 21 rebounds for the winners. American point guard Savannah Plentovich (172-1998, college: Gardner-Webb, agency: Interperformances) chipped in a double-double by scoring 20 points, 9 rebounds, 12 assists and 5 steals. American guard Lindsey VanAllen (175-1999, college: Santa Clara) produced 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import forward Brianna Herlihy (183-1998, college: Villanova) added 11 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the third consecutive win for Uppsala. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Ostersund. Mark lost their third game in a row. They keep the eighth position with 11 games lost. Uppsala will meet at home Sjuharads (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Mark will play against Ostersund and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mark: L.VanAllen 18+6reb+4ast, B.Herlihy 15+3reb+1ast, J.Almqvist 12+1reb+1ast, B.Herlihy 11+12reb+3ast, E.Ovner 9+6reb+2ast, E.Sjostrand 2+1reb+3ast
Uppsala: O.Hamilton 21+21reb+1ast, S.Plentovich 20+9reb+12ast, S.Hansson 18+11reb+4ast, J.Prytz 10+4reb+2ast, C.Bittar 8+5reb+4ast, L.Alma 7

IK Eos - Norrkoping 90-74

The game between third ranked Norrkoping (12-7) and seventh ranked IK Eos (9-10) was the most important one in the last round on Saturday night. Norrkoping was defeated by IK Eos in Lund 90-74. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Norrkoping. Strangely Norrkoping outrebounded IK Eos 48-33 including a 22-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for American swingman Courtajia Sanders (185-1999, college: UCF) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Danish power forward Emilie Hesseldal (185-1990, college: Colorado St.) helped adding 21 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side American guard Alexa Held (178-1999, college: DePaul) responded with 21 points and the former international forward Rakel Gyberg (182-1998) scored 11 points and 8 rebounds. Four Norrkoping players scored in double figures. Norrkoping's coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. IK Eos maintains seventh place with 9-10 record. Defending champion Norrkoping keeps the third position with seven games lost. IK Eos are looking forward to face league's leader Lulea Basket on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Norrkoping will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Norrkoping: A.Held 21+1reb+2ast, S.Pelander 12+8reb, B.Harvey-Carr 12+8reb, R.Gyberg 11+8reb+3ast, S.Ljungcrantz 9+4reb+3ast, E.Saga 4+2reb
IK Eos: D.Church 30+4reb, C.Sanders 28+10reb+5ast, E.Hesseldal 21+13reb+4ast, A.Patricia 6+2reb, A.Seilund 5+3reb+4ast, E.Tova 0

Damligan Round 19: No surprise as #1 Lulea Basket defeat Visby - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

Damligan top team - Lulea Basket (17-1) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed eleventh ranked Visby (2-17) 116-51. Lulea Basket dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Visby's 24. Lulea Basket forced 26 Visby turnovers. They shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 59.3 percentage. Lulea Basket looked well-organized offensively handing out 39 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Visby's players. It was a great evening for American guard Brooke McCarty-Williams (163-1995, college: Texas) who led her team to a victory scoring 25 points, 9 assists and 4 steals. The former international guard Ellen Nystrom (185-1993, college: Colorado St.) helped adding 18 points and 6 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). At the losing side Samoan forward Geralynn Leaupepe (180-1996) responded with 25 points and 6 rebounds. Lulea Basket have an impressive series of seventeen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 17-1 record. Visby lost fourth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 17 games lost. Lulea Basket are looking forward to face IK Eos (#7) in Lund in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Visby will play on the road against Alvik Basket (#6) in Stockholm and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series.
The game in Kinna supposed to be also worth to mention about. Fifth ranked Uppsala (11-8) played at the court of 8th ranked Mark (8-11). Uppsala smashed Mark 88-67. It was an exceptional evening for Canadian center Oceana Hamilton (193-1995, college: Northwestern, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 21 rebounds. Savannah Plentovich accounted for 20 points, 9 rebounds, 12 assists and 5 steals. American guard Lindsey VanAllen (175-1999, college: Santa Clara) came up with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for Mark in the defeat. The victory was the third consecutive win for Uppsala. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Ostersund. Mark lost their third game in a row. They keep the eighth position with 11 games lost. Uppsala will play against Sjuharads (#10) in Boras in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Mark will play on the road against Ostersund and hopes to get back on the winning track.

In the last two games of round 19 Sjuharads lost to Ostersund on the opponent's court 64-80. Hogsbo were outscored by Alvik Basket in a home game 59-81.

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Ostersund - Sjuharads 80-64

Very expected game when 10th ranked Sjuharads (4-15) were defeated on the road by fifth ranked Ostersund (11-8) 80-64. Ostersund dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to Sjuharads' 22. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. Ostersund brought some defensive toughness making 10 blocks. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Hannah Whitish (175-1998, college: Nebraska) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists. Her fellow American import Jessica Kelliher (183-1997, college: Lewis) accounted for 21 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side. Ostersund's coach Alva Stark allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The former international forward Elin Ljunggren (185-1996) came up with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds and forward Linn Larsson (178-1999) added 13 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Sjuharads in the defeat. Ostersund moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Uppsala. Sjuharads lost their seventh game in a row. They dropped to the ninth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Hogsbo. Ostersund will play against Mark (#8) in Kinna in the next round. Sjuharads will play on the road against Uppsala and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Sjuharads: E.Ljunggren 24+11reb, L.Larsson 13+9reb+1ast, E.Moa 8+5reb+1ast, B.Elmore 7+4reb+5ast, A.Golob 6+7reb+2ast, A.Dahl 6+7reb+4ast
Ostersund: H.Whitish 22+12reb+7ast, J.Kelliher 21+10reb+5ast, S.Dahlin 11+5reb+1ast, G.Bronson 9+5reb+5ast, D.Elvbo 6+1reb+1ast, A.Lundquist 4+1reb

Hogsbo - Alvik Basket 59-81

Rather predictable result in Goteborg where sixth ranked Alvik Basket (10-9) smashed 9th ranked Hogsbo (4-15) 81-59. Alvik Basket forced 25 Hogsbo turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Kyah Proctor (168-1995, college: Bowie St.) who led the winners and scored 19 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Norwegian Karoline Teigland (173-1996) accounted for 13 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. Five Alvik Basket players scored in double figures. Guard Elin Fredrikson (173-2000) came up with 13 points and 6 rebounds and American Devon Brookshire (190-1994, college: St.Mary's, CA) added 10 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Hogsbo 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. Alvik Basket maintains sixth place with 10-9 record. Hogsbo lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the ninth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Sjuharads. Alvik Basket will play against bottom-ranked Visby (#11) at home in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Hogsbo will play against the league's second-placed Sodertalje and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Hogsbo: E.Fredrikson 13+6reb+2ast, D.Brookshire 10+8reb+2ast, H.Hanna 10, I.Fredrikson 9+4reb+5ast, E.Johansson 7+6reb, J.Cherry 5+7reb+1ast
Alvik Basket: K.Proctor 19+6reb+5ast, P.Sorensen 14+4reb+2ast, K.Teigland 13+6reb+4ast, F.Jallow 11+2reb+1ast, L.Vesiluoma 10+4reb, C.Alice 5+3reb+1ast

Visby - Lulea Basket 51-116

Damligan top team - Lulea Basket (17-1) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed eleventh ranked Visby (2-17) 116-51. Lulea Basket dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Visby's 24. Lulea Basket forced 26 Visby turnovers. They shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 59.3 percentage. Lulea Basket looked well-organized offensively handing out 39 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Visby's players. It was a great evening for American guard Brooke McCarty-Williams (163-1995, college: Texas) who led her team to a victory scoring 25 points, 9 assists and 4 steals. The former international guard Ellen Nystrom (185-1993, college: Colorado St.) helped adding 18 points and 6 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Four Lulea Basket players scored in double figures. At the losing side Samoan forward Geralynn Leaupepe (180-1996) responded with 25 points and 6 rebounds and Ester Olsson (180-2003) scored 16 points and 7 rebounds. Lulea Basket have an impressive series of seventeen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 17-1 record. Visby lost fourth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 17 games lost. Lulea Basket are looking forward to face IK Eos (#7) in Lund in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Visby will play on the road against Alvik Basket (#6) in Stockholm and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series.
Top scorers:
Visby: L.Geralynn 25+6reb+2ast, O.Ester 16+7reb+1ast, A.Helin 5+6reb+9ast, J.Nygard 3+3reb+1ast, I.Kaukopaasi 2+1reb+1ast, L.Tilda 0
Lulea Basket: B.McCarty-Williams 25+3reb+9ast, M.Kraker 18+3reb+3ast, E.Nystrom 18+6reb+1ast, B.Goss 15+3reb+7ast, J.Elle 9+1reb+3ast, E.Borgh 9+4reb+3ast

Mark - Uppsala 67-88

The game in Kinna supposed to be also worth to mention about. Fifth ranked Uppsala (11-8) played at the court of 8th ranked Mark (8-11). Uppsala smashed Mark 88-67. They outrebounded Mark 54-29 including a 26-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. Uppsala players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Canadian center Oceana Hamilton (193-1995, college: Northwestern, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 21 rebounds. American point guard Savannah Plentovich (172-1998, college: Gardner-Webb, agency: Interperformances) accounted for 20 points, 9 rebounds, 12 assists and 5 steals for the winning side. American guard Lindsey VanAllen (175-1999, college: Santa Clara) came up with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import forward Brianna Herlihy (183-1998, college: Villanova) added 11 points and 12 rebounds respectively for Mark in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the third consecutive win for Uppsala. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Ostersund. Mark lost their third game in a row. They keep the eighth position with 11 games lost. Uppsala will play against Sjuharads (#10) in Boras in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Mark will play on the road against Ostersund and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Mark: L.VanAllen 18+6reb+4ast, B.Herlihy 15+3reb+1ast, J.Almqvist 12+1reb+1ast, B.Herlihy 11+12reb+3ast, E.Ovner 9+6reb+2ast, E.Sjostrand 2+1reb+3ast
Uppsala: O.Hamilton 21+21reb+1ast, S.Plentovich 20+9reb+12ast, S.Hansson 18+11reb+4ast, J.Prytz 10+4reb+2ast, C.Bittar 8+5reb+4ast, L.Alma 7

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SWITZERLAND

SBL Round 14: Fribourg defeat Nyon in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News

The games at this stage are more interesting as they can be crucial for the final standings in Regular Season. Despite we already know who is stronger and who is weaker, there may be still last minute surprises and upsets. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

An interesting game for Fribourg (15-0) which played road game in Nyon against second-ranked Nyon (9-6). Top-ranked Fribourg had an easy win 81-60. Fribourg made 22-of-29 free shots (75.9 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Nyon turnovers. 27 personal fouls committed by Nyon helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. British-Lithuanian Gabby Nikitinaite (180-1998, college: SIUE) orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points and 6 rebounds (was perfect 9-for-9 from the free throw line !!!). American guard Juliunn Redmond (180, college: Illinois St.) contributed with 20 points and 4 assists for the winners. American forward Korinne Campbell (184-1988, college: WVU) replied with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 16 rebounds for Nyon. Nyon's coach Hakim Salem gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Undefeated Fribourg have an impressive 15-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 15-0 record. Nyon lost third consecutive game. They keep the second place with six games lost. They share the position with Troistorrents. Fribourg are looking forward to face Pully (#5) in Lausanne in the next round. Nyon will play at home against Troistorrents and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Bottom-ranked Aarau is still unable to win any game. This time they lost on the road their 16th consecutive match to fourth ranked Helios (7-8) 102-36. American swingman Desiree Elmore (178, college: URI) scored 18 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals to lead the charge for the winners and Brice Calip chipped in 19 points, 5 assists and 6 steals during the contest. Helios' coach Benny Mertens felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international point guard Katja Wasser (182-2000) responded with 16 points and 9 rebounds. Helios maintains fourth position with 7-8 record. Aarau at the other side still closes the standings. Helios will play against higher ranked Troistorrents (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Aarau will play against the league's second-placed Nyon and hopes to get finally their first victory.
The game in Lausanne supposed to be also quite interesting. Third ranked Troistorrents (9-6) played at the court of 5th ranked Pully (6-10). Troistorrents smashed Pully 93-59 on Sunday. Maria Blazejewski notched 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort. Coach Jose Gonzalez Dantas's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 18 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists by Marie Louise Forsyth did not help to save the game for Pully. Troistorrents have an impressive six-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Nyon. Loser Pully keeps the fifth position with ten games lost. Troistorrents will meet league's second-placed Nyon on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Pully will play against the league's leader Fribourg and hope to secure a win.

In the last game of round 14 Pully was beaten by Helios on the road 76-62.

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Helios - Aarau 102-36

Bottom-ranked Aarau is still unable to win any game. This time they lost on the road their 16th consecutive match to fourth ranked Helios (7-8) 102-36. Helios held Aarau to an opponent 21.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 60.0 percent accuracy of the winners. Helios forced 31 Aarau turnovers. It was a great shooting night for Helios especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 60.0 percentage. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists comparing to just 4 passes made by Aarau's players. American swingman Desiree Elmore (178, college: URI) scored 18 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import guard Brice Calip (173-1998, college: Missouri St.) chipped in 19 points, 5 assists and 6 steals during the contest. Five Helios players scored in double figures. Helios' coach Benny Mertens felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international point guard Katja Wasser (182-2000) responded with 16 points and 9 rebounds and Senegalese power forward Tening Diata (188-1986) scored 9 points. Helios maintains fourth position with 7-8 record. Aarau at the other side still closes the standings. Helios will play against higher ranked Troistorrents (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Aarau will play against the league's second-placed Nyon and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Helios: B.Calip 19+3reb+5ast, D.Elmore 18+8reb+4ast, V.Bruchez 15+3reb+2ast, M.Ivashchanka 14+5reb+1ast, L.Gasser 12+3reb+2ast, L.Sophie 10+6reb+4ast
Aarau: K.Wasser 16+9reb+2ast, T.Diata 9+3reb, T.Greice 3+1reb+1ast, B.Laura 2+2reb, E.Lucie 2+5reb, W.Ann-Sophie 2+1ast

Nyon - Fribourg 60-81

An interesting game for Fribourg (15-0) which played road game in Nyon against second-ranked Nyon (9-6). Top-ranked Fribourg had an easy win 81-60. Fribourg made 22-of-29 free shots (75.9 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Nyon turnovers. 27 personal fouls committed by Nyon helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. British-Lithuanian Gabby Nikitinaite (180-1998, college: SIUE) orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points and 6 rebounds (was perfect 9-for-9 from the free throw line !!!). American guard Juliunn Redmond (180, college: Illinois St.) contributed with 20 points and 4 assists for the winners. American forward Korinne Campbell (184-1988, college: WVU) replied with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 16 rebounds and Japanese guard Ai Yamada (170-1995) added 9 points and 5 assists in the effort for Nyon. Nyon's coach Hakim Salem gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Fribourg have an impressive 15-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 15-0 record. Nyon lost third consecutive game. They keep the second place with six games lost. They share the position with Troistorrents. Fribourg are looking forward to face Pully (#5) in Lausanne in the next round. Nyon will play at home against Troistorrents and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Fribourg: G.Nikitinaite 23+6reb+3ast, J.Redmond 20+4reb+4ast, E.Jacquot 14+5reb, C.Range 8+9reb+2ast, C.Ambrosio 7+9reb+2ast, N.Fora 4+1ast
Nyon: K.Campbell 23+16reb+2ast, L.Margot 12, A.Yamada 9+1reb+5ast, E.Ruga 7+4reb+2ast, K.Niedzwiedzka 6+7reb+1ast, A.Blanchard 3+3reb

Pully - Troistorrents 59-93

The game in Lausanne supposed to be also quite interesting. Third ranked Troistorrents (9-6) played at the court of 5th ranked Pully (6-10). Troistorrents smashed Pully 93-59 on Sunday. Troistorrents forced 23 Pully turnovers. They shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 54.5 percentage. Troistorrents looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American forward Maria Blazejewski (185-1991, college: LSSU) notched 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and the former international guard Nadia Constantin (175-1997) supported her with 21 points. Coach Jose Gonzalez Dantas's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 18 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists by Canadian guard Marie Louise Forsyth (185-1999, college: Idaho) did not help to save the game for Pully. Spanish guard Maria Mongomo (175-1995, college: UNBC, agency: BIG) added 17 points and 11 rebounds for the hosts. Troistorrents have an impressive six-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Nyon. Loser Pully keeps the fifth position with ten games lost. Troistorrents will meet league's second-placed Nyon on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Pully will play against the league's leader Fribourg and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Troistorrents: N.Constantin 21+3reb+3ast, M.Blazejewski 20+5reb+4ast, Q.Hoppie 18+1reb+7ast, I.Loosa Gloria 8+1reb+2ast, T.Ivanie 7+1reb+1ast, M.Cloe 5+1reb+1ast
Pully: M.Louise Forsyth 18+7reb+5ast, M.Mongomo 17+11reb+2ast, T.Bennett 13+6reb+4ast, C.Tiffany 7+1reb, C.Michaud 4+2ast, A.Kyara 0+2reb+1ast

Helios - Pully 76-62

The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Helios' (7-8) home victory over 5th ranked Pully (6-10) in Vetroz 76-62 on Wednesday. Helios dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Pully's 32. Helios forced 24 Pully turnovers. American swingman Desiree Elmore (178, college: URI) notched 16 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the effort and the other American import guard Brice Calip (173-1998, college: Missouri St.) supported her with 14 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. Five Helios players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 20 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists by Spanish guard Maria Mongomo (175-1995, college: UNBC, agency: BIG) did not help to save the game for Pully. American forward Tylar Bennett (193-1999, college: ECU) added 11 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists for the guests. Helios maintains fourth position with 7-8 record. Loser Pully keeps the fifth place with ten games lost. Helios will meet higher ranked Troistorrents (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Pully will play against the league's leader Fribourg and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Helios: M.Ivashchanka 18+3reb+2ast, D.Elmore 16+9reb+8ast, B.Calip 14+9reb+5ast, D.Preux Amelie 12+1reb+2ast, L.Gasser 10+5reb+1ast, V.Bruchez 5+3reb+1ast
Pully: M.Mongomo 20+11reb+4ast, M.Louise Forsyth 16+5reb+1ast, T.Bennett 11+12reb+4ast, J.Thevoz 5+1reb+2ast, C.Tiffany 5+5reb, E.Bekachi Besma 3+1reb+1ast

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TAIWAN

Yi-Wen Zhang gets MVP of the Week award for Taiwanese WSBL - by Eurobasket News

International Power forward Yi-Wen Zhang (173-PF-1996) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Taipower and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 8.
The 26-year old power forward had the game-high 27 points adding four rebounds and three assists for Taipower as her team lost the game against Cathay Life (#2, 6-2) 65-81. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Taipower maintains the 4th position in Taiwanese WSBL. The season is still in it's early stage, so the team may have a chance to improve their current position in the standings. They lost 7 games and had just one victory. In the team's last game Zhang had a remarkable 84.6% from 2-point range. She has many years of experience at Taipower, through which she has constantly improved. Yi-Wen Zhang averages this season 9.8ppg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young international forward Ying-Chieh Wu (179-F-1992) of league's best team Taiyuan T.. Wu impressed basketball fans with 18 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists. Of course she led Taiyuan T. to another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Chunghua T. (#3, 2-6) 75-54. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Taiyuan T. consolidated its place in the very top position of the standings. Her team lost just one game this season, while they won 7 matches. Wu is one of the most experienced players at Taiyuan T. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 11.6ppg (#7).

The third best performed player last round was another Taiyuan T.'s star - international center Tieh Lin (182-C-1999). Lin scored 23 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). She was another key player of Taiyuan T., helping her team with a 75-54 easy win against #3 ranked Chunghua T.. Taiyuan T. confirms their top position in the standings. Lin has a great season in Taiwan. After only 8 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.0ppg (best scorer), rebounds with 13.0rpg (#1 in league) and assists with 1.6apg (2nd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Yi-Xiu Zheng (178-SF-1993) of Cathay Life - 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Ya-En Han (180-F-1995) of Cathay Life - 11 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists
6. Yushu Lin (168-G/F-1996) of Chunghua T. - 12 points and 12 rebounds
7. Wei-An Chen (177-PF-1995) of Cathay Life - 16 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Ling-Chuan Huang (175-F-1994) of Cathay Life - 14 points and 3 rebounds
9. Pei-Chen Tsai (186-C-1984) of Taiyuan T. - 4 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Yu-Ting Lin (179-F/G-1994) of Cathay Life - 11 points, 3 rebounds and 6 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)

WSBL Round 7: Cathay Life defeat Chunghwa Telecom in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

An interesting game for Cathay Life (6-2) which played against 3rd placed Chunghwa Telecom (2-6). Second ranked Cathay Life had an easy win 66-47. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international Yi-Xiu Zheng (178-1993) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds. The former international swingman Yu-Ting Lin (179-1994) contributed with 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. The former international power forward Hsiang-Ting Huang (180-1993) answered with 12 points for Chunghwa Telecom. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending champion maintains second place with 6-2 record behind leader Taiyuan T. Chunghwa Telecom at the other side keeps the third position with six games lost. Cathay Life are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Taipower (#4) in the next round. Chunghwa Telecom will play against the league's leader Taiyuan Textile and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
An interesting game for Taiyuan Textile (7-1) which played against 4th placed Taipower (1-7). First ranked Taiyuan Textile managed to get a 11-point victory 84-73. It was a great evening for the former international center Tieh Lin (182-1999) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 15 rebounds. Hsiao-Tong Peng helped adding 18 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. At the losing side the former international forward Xi-Ye Liu (173-1991) responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Taiyuan Textile have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 7-1 record. Taipower lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with seven games lost. Taiyuan Textile will play against Chunghwa Telecom (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Taipower will play against the league's second-placed Cathay Life and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

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Cathay Life - Chunghua T. 66-47

An interesting game for Cathay Life (6-2) which played against 3rd placed Chunghwa Telecom (2-6). Second ranked Cathay Life had an easy win 66-47. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international Yi-Xiu Zheng (178-1993) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds. The former international swingman Yu-Ting Lin (179-1994) contributed with 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. The former international power forward Hsiang-Ting Huang (180-1993) answered with 12 points and the former international forward Jia-Wei Liu (175-1988) added 4 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Chunghwa Telecom. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending champion maintains second place with 6-2 record behind leader Taiyuan T. Chunghwa Telecom at the other side keeps the third position with six games lost. Cathay Life are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Taipower (#4) in the next round. Chunghwa Telecom will play against the league's leader Taiyuan Textile and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Cathay Life: Y.Lin 16+7reb+4ast, Y.Zheng 15+13reb+1ast, C.Meng-Xin 7+2reb+4ast, L.Huang 7+2reb+1ast, W.Chen 5+5reb+5ast, P.Lo 5+1reb+1ast
Chunghua T.: X.Shi-Zan 12+2reb, H.Huang 12+4reb+3ast, C.Yatong 10+5reb, S.Pan 5+2reb+3ast, J.Liu 4+10reb+1ast, Y.Wang 2+3reb

Taiyuan T. - Taipower 84-73

An interesting game for Taiyuan Textile (7-1) which played against 4th placed Taipower (1-7). First ranked Taiyuan Textile managed to get a 11-point victory 84-73. Taiyuan Textile players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. It was a great evening for the former international center Tieh Lin (182-1999) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 15 rebounds. The former international guard Hsiao-Tong Peng (168-1998) helped adding 18 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Taiyuan Textile players scored in double figures. At the losing side the former international forward Xi-Ye Liu (173-1991) responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds and center Zi-Yu Yang (180-1995) scored 16 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Taiyuan Textile have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 7-1 record. Taipower lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with seven games lost. Taiyuan Textile will play against Chunghwa Telecom (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Taipower will play against the league's second-placed Cathay Life and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Taiyuan T.: H.Peng 18+6reb+6ast, T.Lin 17+15reb+3ast, Y.Wu 15+4reb+5ast, Y.Huang 11+3reb+4ast, L.Pei-Zhen 9+4reb+1ast, C.Cho 7+4reb
Taipower: X.Liu 19+7reb+2ast, Y.Zi-Yu 16+7reb+2ast, Y.Zhang 10+3reb, Y.Su 8+4reb+1ast, H.Qin-Yu 7+1reb, C.Kuo 7+5reb+1ast

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TKBL Round 24: Fenerbahce G. beat Izmit in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Istanbul. Second ranked Fenerbahce G. faced one of their biggest challengers Izmit. Host Fenerbahce G. (19-4) smashed guests from Kocaeli (17-6) 74-52. Fenerbahce G. forced 19 Izmit turnovers and outrebounded them 39-27 including a 31-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was the former international Selin Gul (184-2003) who had a double-double by scoring 13 points and 14 rebounds. Serbian Mina Djordjevic (188-1999) chipped in 19 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Deniz Aygul (186-1995) who recorded 17 points and 9 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Fenerbahce G. maintains second position with 19-4 record having four points less than leader Tarsus. Izmit at the other side keeps the third place with six games lost. Fenerbahce G.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Istanbul to the arena Emlak 2.
Leader Tarsus delivered the twenty second victory. This time they beat 9th ranked Bogazici (10-14) 88-72 in Bursa. It was a good game for American center Sasha Goodlett (195-1990, college: Georgia Tech) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds. Ebru Torun contributed with 24 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. American forward Monique Reid (185-1990, college: Louisville) replied with a double-double by scoring 31 points and 10 rebounds for Bogazici. Tarsus (22-2) have an impressive 11-game winning streak. They maintain first position. Newly promoted Bogazici keeps the ninth place with 14 games lost. Tarsus will play against Edremit (#6) in Balikesir in the next round where they are favorite. Bogazici will play on the road against Manisa and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Twelfth-ranked Yalova Vip (7-16) made lots of trouble for fourth ranked Botas GA (16-7) on Friday. The visitors from Ankara managed to secure only one-point victory 76-75. However their fans expected much easier game. Worth to mention a great performance of Ronahi Kiran who helped to win the game recording 27 points and 7 steals. Botas GA's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was Amber Smith with a double-double by scoring 27 points and 11 rebounds. Botas GA have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 16-7 record. Loser Yalova Vip keeps the twelfth place with 16 games lost. They share the position with Urla. Botas GA will meet at home Kirklareli (#5) in the next round. Yalova Vip will play against Elazig Karabulut (#8) and hope to secure a win.

Rest of the games of round 24 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Elazig Karabulut defeated Antalya in a road game 77-74. Kirklareli beat Emlak 2 at home 78-74. Manisa lost to Elazig Il on the opponent's court 89-91. Edremit managed to outperform Urla in a home game 92-79.

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Bogazici - Tarsus 72-88

Leader Tarsus delivered the twenty second victory. This time they beat 9th ranked Bogazici (10-14) 88-72 in Bursa. They outrebounded Bogazici 41-29 including 30 on the defensive glass. Tarsus players were unselfish on offense dishing 29 assists. It was a good game for American center Sasha Goodlett (195-1990, college: Georgia Tech) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds. Forward Ebru Torun (175-1987) contributed with 24 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. Four Tarsus players scored in double figures. American forward Monique Reid (185-1990, college: Louisville) replied with a double-double by scoring 31 points and 10 rebounds and Gunesh Karaoglan (-1997) added 16 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Bogazici. Tarsus (22-2) have an impressive 11-game winning streak. They maintain first position. Newly promoted Bogazici keeps the ninth place with 14 games lost. Tarsus will play against Edremit (#6) in Balikesir in the next round where they are favorite. Bogazici will play on the road against Manisa and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Tarsus: E.Torun 24+5reb+3ast, S.Goodlett 22+11reb+2ast, Y.Bul 14+5reb+10ast, N.Yildirim 13+5reb+6ast, H.Kuzu 6+6reb+2ast, D.Tongar 5+5reb+4ast
Bogazici: M.Reid 31+10reb+3ast, K.Gunesh 16+5reb+4ast, M.Korkmaz 10+4reb+2ast, M.Gultekin 8+6ast, D.Colakoglu 7+8reb+4ast, K.Sevval 0+1reb+2ast

Antalya - Elazig Karabulut 74-77

There was no surprise when 10th ranked Antalya (8-15) was edged at home by eighth ranked Elazig Karabulut (11-12) 77-74 on Friday. Elazig Karabulut forced 19 Antalya turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Ameryst Alston (175-1993, college: Ohio St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 27 points and 15 rebounds and Dilara Gocmen who added 12 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Ozge Karatas (174-1996) with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds and American forward Mikayla Cowling (188-1996, college: California, agency: LBM Management) scored 29 points and 9 rebounds. Antalya's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Newly promoted Elazig Karabulut maintains eighth position with 11-12 record. Loser Antalya keeps the tenth place with 15 games lost. They share the position with Diba Ankara. Elazig Karabulut will meet at home Yalova Vip (#12) in the next round. Antalya will play against Urla in Izmir and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Elazig Karabulut: A.Alston 27+15reb+2ast, G.Dilara 12+8reb+3ast, N.Uruc Beyza 11+3reb+3ast, S.Mevre 8+1reb, G.Kaymaz 6+5reb+3ast, E.Adan 6+3reb
Antalya: M.Cowling 29+9reb, O.Karatas 24+12reb+3ast, G.Sevgi 7+2ast, S.Tabakci 4+4reb+1ast, C.Incel 4+3reb+6ast, G.Ozge 4+3reb+3ast

Yalova Vip - Botas GA 75-76

Twelfth-ranked Yalova Vip (7-16) made lots of trouble for fourth ranked Botas GA (16-7) on Friday. The visitors from Ankara managed to secure only one-point victory 76-75. However their fans expected much easier game. Botas GA forced 22 Yalova Vip turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Ronahi Kiran (-2000) who helped to win the game recording 27 points and 7 steals and Rana Ucar (172-2002) who added 14 points and 4 steals during the contest. Botas GA's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was American guard Amber Smith (180-1998, college: Missouri) with a double-double by scoring 27 points and 11 rebounds and center Basak Altunbey (189-1996) scored 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Botas GA have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 16-7 record. Loser Yalova Vip keeps the twelfth place with 16 games lost. They share the position with Urla. Botas GA will meet at home Kirklareli (#5) in the next round. Yalova Vip will play against Elazig Karabulut (#8) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Botas GA: K.Ronahi 27+4reb, U.Rana 14+2reb+1ast, Y.Aysude 8+7reb, G.Havare 8+3reb+1ast, M.Saliha 7+2reb+1ast, A.Ceylin 6+2reb
Yalova Vip: A.Smith 27+11reb+3ast, B.Altunbey 25+9reb+5ast, I.Duman-Akengin 11+3reb, E.Erk 5+5reb+3ast, U.Miray 5+4reb+6ast, H.Uykan 2+1ast

Kirklareli - Emlak 2 78-74

No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Kirklareli (15-8) defeated at home 15th ranked Emlak 2 (6-17) 78-74 on Friday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Kirklareli made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. Strangely Emlak 2 outrebounded Kirklareli 49-28 including a 18-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Aliyah Mazyck (175-1996, college: USC) who helped to win the game recording 31 points and 8 rebounds and guard Rabia Celebi (167-1985) who added 14 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Serbian center Milena Marjanovic (193-1991) with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 17 rebounds and Sila Kaya (-2001) scored 10 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Emlak 2's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Newly promoted Kirklareli maintains fifth position with 15-8 record. Emlak 2 lost third consecutive game. Emlak 2 at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the fifteenth place with 17 games lost. Kirklareli will meet higher ranked Botas GA (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Emlak 2's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Istanbul Fenerbahce G..
Top scorers:
Kirklareli: A.Mazyck 31+8reb+3ast, F.Bayraktar 16+3reb+2ast, R.Celebi 14+7reb+1ast, I.Tulgar 6+1reb, S.Ozturk 6+4reb+1ast, S.Tozlu 5+5reb+2ast
Emlak 2: M.Marjanovic 25+17reb, K.Sila 10+6reb+4ast, B.Eda 10+7reb+2ast, S.Berfin 9+2reb, L.Feray 8+8reb, A.Irem 8+4reb+1ast

Elazig Il - Manisa 91-89

Very expected game when 14th ranked Manisa (7-17) was edged on the road by seventh ranked Elazig Il (14-10) 91-89 on Saturday. However just two-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Worth to mention a great performance of Ilknur Yildizhan (186-1996) who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 4 assists and Senay Sarisoy (-1990) who added 22 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American center Tearra Banks (188-1995, college: Austin Peay) with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds and Pelin Kuccuk (172-1990) scored 24 points. Five Elazig Il and four Manisa players scored in double figures. Elazig Il maintains seventh position with 14-10 record. Manisa lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fourteenth place with 17 games lost. Elazig Il will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Manisa will play against Bogazici (#9) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Elazig Il: I.Yildizhan 30+3reb+4ast, S.Sarisoy 22+11reb+3ast, C.Gokdemir 13+4reb+10ast, H.Bayraktar 10+2reb+1ast, G.Kazali 10+3reb, O.Taskin 6+4reb+2ast
Manisa: P.Kuccuk 24+2reb+1ast, T.Banks 22+11reb, S.Aktas 16+5reb+3ast, Y.Gunes 15+8reb+2ast, D.Topdemir 9+3reb+12ast, D.Sanli 3+1ast

Edremit - Urla 92-79

Very predictable result in Balikesir where sixth ranked Edremit (14-9) beat 12th ranked Urla (7-16) 92-79 on Saturday. Edremit made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American center Zakyia Weathersby (188-1998, college: UAB) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds and Gizem Kumandanoglu (-1994) who added 23 points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists during the contest. Edremit's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was point guard Revaziye Donmez (-1988) with a triple-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds, 12 assists and 5 steals and Fatma Bayram (-1998) scored 19 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Urla players scored in double figures. Edremit have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain sixth position with 14-9 record. Loser Urla keeps the twelfth place with 16 games lost. They share the position with Yalova Vip. Edremit will meet league's leader Tarsus in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Urla will play against Antalya (#11) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Edremit: Z.Weathersby 36+14reb+1ast, G.Kumandanoglu 23+10reb+9ast, A.Kaya 10+3reb+2ast, V.Arifecan 9+3reb+4ast, A.Cil 5+1ast, O.Hatice 3+1ast
Urla: F.Bayram 19+5reb+4ast, O.Yenidunya 19+8reb+1ast, D.Revaziye 15+11reb+12ast, N.Demir 13+4reb+4ast, A.Asli 5, A.Darinc 4+7reb+2ast

Fenerbahce G. - Izmit 74-52

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Istanbul. Second ranked Fenerbahce G. faced one of their biggest challengers Izmit. Host Fenerbahce G. (19-4) smashed guests from Kocaeli (17-6) 74-52. Fenerbahce G. forced 19 Izmit turnovers and outrebounded them 39-27 including a 31-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was the former international Selin Gul (184-2003) who had a double-double by scoring 13 points and 14 rebounds. Serbian Mina Djordjevic (188-1999) chipped in 19 points and 6 rebounds. Five Fenerbahce G. players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Deniz Aygul (186-1995) who recorded 17 points and 9 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and point guard Kardelen Gezgin (170-2000) added 8 points 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. Fenerbahce G. maintains second position with 19-4 record having four points less than leader Tarsus. Izmit at the other side keeps the third place with six games lost. Fenerbahce G.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Istanbul to the arena Emlak 2.
Top scorers:
Fenerbahce G.: M.Djordjevic 19+6reb+2ast, G.Selin 13+14reb+1ast, Y.Ayse 10+5reb, S.Idil 10+3reb+6ast, D.Adican 10+3reb+2ast, E.Irem 5+2reb+1ast
Izmit: D.Aygul 17+9reb, K.Gezgin 8+4reb+1ast, E.Manlaci 7+2ast, G.Marginean 6+5reb+1ast, B.Pehlivan 6+1reb+1ast, N.Tutsak 3+1reb+1ast

KBSL Round 22: Galatasaray is upset by Botas A. - by Eurobasket News

Host teams show no mercy winning all games. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most important game in the last round took place in Adana between third ranked Galatasaray (16-6) and fourth ranked Botas A. (14-8) on Saturday night. Galatasaray was defeated by Botas A. in a tough game on the road 77-86. Botas A. made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The former international point guard Sevgi Uzun (170-1997) fired a triple-double by scoring 12 points, 10 rebounds and 14 assists for the winners. Nigerian-American power forward Victoria Macaulay (193-1990, college: Temple) chipped in 18 points and 7 rebounds. Latvian power forward Aija Jurjane (191-1988, college: Colorado) produced 26 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Botas A. maintains fourth position with 14-8 record. Galatasaray lost third consecutive game. They keep the third place with six games lost.
Bottom-ranked Rize managed to get a fifth victory, breaking the three-game losing streak. This time newly promoted Rize outleveled twelfth-ranked Antalya 07 77-50. It's especially surprising that the victory came too easily and 27-point difference proves that Rize was well-prepared to that game. The game was dominated by American players. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Jaelyn Brown (184, college: California) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 32 points, 23 rebounds and 5 assists. Kolby Morgan contributed with 18 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Rize's coach felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Feyonda Fitzgerald (170-1995, college: Temple) replied with 27 points (made all of her ten free throws !!!) for Antalya 07. Rize (5-16) moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with defeated Antalya 07. Antalya 07 lost fifth consecutive game.
The game with biggest result difference took place in Bursa. Local Bursa (7-15) beat 13th ranked Kayseri (5-17) 86-75 on Sunday night. The game was also dominated by American players. Channon Fluker had a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!) and 19 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners. At the losing side Lyndra Weaver responded with 23 points and 6 rebounds. Kayseri's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Bursa have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain eleventh position with 7-15 record. Kayseri lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the bottom place with 17 games lost.

In the last game of round 22 Nesibe was defeated by Emlak in Istanbul 81-75.
The best stats of 22th round was 24 points and 14 rebounds by Jantel Lavender of Emlak.

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Botas A. - Galatasaray 86-77

The most important game in the last round took place in Adana between third ranked Galatasaray (16-6) and fourth ranked Botas A. (14-8) on Saturday night. Galatasaray was defeated by Botas A. in a tough game on the road 77-86. Botas A. made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The former international point guard Sevgi Uzun (170-1997) fired a triple-double by scoring 12 points, 10 rebounds and 14 assists for the winners. Nigerian-American power forward Victoria Macaulay (193-1990, college: Temple) chipped in 18 points and 7 rebounds. Latvian power forward Aija Jurjane (191-1988, college: Colorado) produced 26 points and 5 rebounds and Latvian guard Ieva Pulvere (172-1990) added 13 points respectively for lost side. Five Botas A. and four Galatasaray players scored in double figures. Botas A. maintains fourth position with 14-8 record. Galatasaray lost third consecutive game. They keep the third place with six games lost.
Top scorers:
Botas A.: V.Macaulay 18+7reb+1ast, K.Doyle 14+4ast, E.McCall 14+7reb, S.Uzun 12+10reb+14ast, S.Cidal 12+4reb+1ast, A.Gunay 6+3reb+2ast
Galatasaray: A.Jurjane 26+5reb+2ast, I.Pulvere 13+3reb+3ast, K.Nacickaite 10+5reb+2ast, T.McCowan 10+6reb, M.Yildizhan 7+6reb+2ast, I.Alben 6+2reb+3ast

Rize - Antalya 07 77-50

Bottom-ranked Rize managed to get a fifth victory, breaking the three-game losing streak. This time newly promoted Rize outleveled twelfth-ranked Antalya 07 77-50. It's especially surprising that the victory came too easily and 27-point difference proves that Rize was well-prepared to that game. They held Antalya 07 to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 36.1 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Antalya 07 50-36 including 36 on the defensive glass. The game was dominated by American players. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Jaelyn Brown (184, college: California) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 32 points, 23 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Kolby Morgan (173-1996, college: Tulane) contributed with 18 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Rize's coach felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Feyonda Fitzgerald (170-1995, college: Temple) replied with 27 points (made all of her ten free throws !!!) and center Khaalia Hillsman (195-1996, college: Texas A&M) added 11 points and 15 rebounds in the effort for Antalya 07. Rize (5-16) moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with defeated Antalya 07. Antalya 07 lost fifth consecutive game.
Top scorers:
Rize: J.Brown 32+23reb+5ast, K.Morgan 18+7reb+3ast, M.Benson 11+7reb+1ast, O.Arzu 9+4reb+2ast, S.Ozcan 4+4reb+5ast, D.Ustun 3+4reb+2ast
Antalya 07: F.Fitzgerald 27+3reb+2ast, K.Hillsman 11+15reb, H.Boybeyi 8+5reb+2ast, Y.Yildiz 4+8reb+1ast, T.Murat 0+4reb+2ast, A.Baday 0

Bursa - Kayseri 86-75

The game with biggest result difference took place in Bursa. Local Bursa (7-15) beat 13th ranked Kayseri (5-17) 86-75 on Sunday night. They outrebounded Kayseri 40-29 including 33 on the defensive glass. It was a great shooting night for Bursa especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.4 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The game was also dominated by American players. Center Channon Fluker (193-1997, college: CSUN) had a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!) and 19 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and point guard Chennedy Carter (170-1998, college: Texas A&M) chipped in 33 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 12 assists during the contest. At the losing side power forward Lyndra Weaver (185-1987, college: Virginia) responded with 23 points and 6 rebounds and guard Juicy Landrum (173, college: Baylor) scored 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Kayseri's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Bursa have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain eleventh position with 7-15 record. Kayseri lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the bottom place with 17 games lost.
Top scorers:
Bursa: C.Fluker 36+19reb+1ast, C.Carter 33+6reb+12ast, G.Uca 14+3reb+2ast, O.Kavurmacioglu 3+4reb+5ast, O.Ecrin 0, E.Aysegul 0
Kayseri: L.Weaver 23+6reb+1ast, J.Landrum 20+6reb+4ast, T.Sevgi 14+1reb+3ast, S.Sonmez 8+5reb+6ast, Z.Kalbisagde 3+2reb+2ast, E.Minez 3+1ast

Emlak - Nesibe 81-75

Everything could happen in Istanbul at the game between two tied teams. Both fifth ranked Emlak and 6th ranked Nesibe had identical 12-9 record. This time Emlak used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Ankara 81-75 on Sunday night. Emlak outrebounded Nesibe 40-29 including 25 on the defensive glass. It was a great shooting night for Emlak especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.4 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. American players dominated the game. Forward Jantel Lavender (191-1988, college: Ohio St.) had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 14 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Megan Walker (185-1998, college: UConn, agency: LBM Management) chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side forward Chelsea Nelson (188-1996, college: NC State) responded with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Jessica Thomas (168-1994, college: Miami, FL) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists. Newly promoted Emlak maintains fifth position with 13-9 record. Nesibe at the other side keeps the sixth place with ten games lost.
Top scorers:
Emlak: J.Lavender 24+14reb+3ast, G.Yavuz 14+1reb+1ast, M.Walker 14+8reb+3ast, H.Eldas 11+3reb+4ast, N.Fields 9+6reb+3ast, B.Caglar 7+5reb+10ast
Nesibe: C.Nelson 24+10reb+5ast, J.Thomas 18+5reb+11ast, M.Hempe 12+6reb+3ast, G.Duman 8+1reb+1ast, I.Guner 7+2reb+1ast, D.Yaya 3+2reb+4ast

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Superleague Round 16: Sumy is upset by Blyskavky - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most important game in the last round took place in Sumy between second ranked Sumy (5-7) and fourth ranked Blyskavky (11-6) on Sunday night. Sumy unexpectedly was crushed by at home 35-83. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Sumy. The game without a history. Blyskavky led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Sumy to just 6 points in second and third quarters. Blyskavky held Sumy to an opponent 22.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 46.8 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Sumy 47-23 including a 29-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Blyskavky looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Sumy's players. Forward Anna Lisovych (179-2002) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 18 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) for the winners. Guard Victoria Ogiy (170-1995) chipped in 13 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists. Guard Khrystyna Yarych (174-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds for lost side. Blyskavky have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place. Sumy at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the second position with seven games lost. Blyskavky will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Sumy will play on the road against Rivne and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Cherkasy. First ranked Kyiv Basket faced 4th ranked Veneto-Cherkasy. Guests from Kyiv (11-3) smashed host Veneto-Cherkasy (3-9) 82-52. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Anastasiia Liubenska (177-2006) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 9 rebounds. Kira Sotsenko contributed with 15 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Center Maria Pugach (181-2006) replied with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds for Veneto-Cherkasy. Kyiv Basket maintains first position with 11-3 record. Veneto-Cherkasy lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fourth place with nine games lost. Kyiv Basket will play against KIVS SBK (#6) in Lviv in the next round where they are favorite. Veneto-Cherkasy will play on the road against Rivne and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Cherkasy. Fourth ranked Blyskavky faced their close opponent Veneto-Cherkasy. Guests from Vinnytsia (11-6) defeated host Veneto-Cherkasy (3-9) 86-78. Worth to mention a great performance of Larysa Stadnik who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 14 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side Maria Pugach responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 16 rebounds. Blyskavky have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place. Veneto-Cherkasy lost third consecutive game. Veneto-Cherkasy at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the fourth position with nine games lost. Blyskavky will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Veneto-Cherkasy will play against Rivne (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Rest of the games of round 16 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
winless Blyskavky 2 was crushed by Sumy in a road game 87-37. Veneto-Cherkasy beat Blyskavky 2 at home 79-61. KIVS SBK lost to undefeated Frankivsk on the opponent's court 52-102.
The best stats of 16th round was 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists by Anastasiia Shepeliuk of Frankivsk.

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Veneto-Cherkasy - Kyiv Basket 52-82

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Cherkasy. First ranked Kyiv Basket faced 4th ranked Veneto-Cherkasy. Guests from Kyiv (11-3) smashed host Veneto-Cherkasy (3-9) 82-52. The game without a history. Kyiv Basket led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Veneto-Cherkasy to just 5 points in second quarter. Kyiv Basket dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Veneto-Cherkasy's 24. Kyiv Basket forced 29 Veneto-Cherkasy turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Anastasiia Liubenska (177-2006) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 9 rebounds. Center Kira Sotsenko (182-2006) contributed with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Four Kyiv Basket players scored in double figures. Center Maria Pugach (181-2006) replied with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds and forward Anastasia Kostoglod (174-2005) added 22 points in the effort for Veneto-Cherkasy. Kyiv Basket maintains first position with 11-3 record. Veneto-Cherkasy lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fourth place with nine games lost. Kyiv Basket will play against KIVS SBK (#6) in Lviv in the next round where they are favorite. Veneto-Cherkasy will play on the road against Rivne and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Kyiv Basket: L.Anastasiia 23+9reb+2ast, S.Kira 15+16reb+2ast, L.Maryna 13+4reb+2ast, O.Krasnikova 11+8reb+1ast, R.Mariia 9+5reb+1ast, A.Anna 6+2reb
Veneto-Cherkasy: K.Anastasia 22+4reb+3ast, P.Maria 17+14reb+1ast, R.Anastasia 10+11reb+1ast, D.Polina 3+2reb, K.Kateryna 0+1reb, K.Elizaveta 0+4reb+2ast

Veneto-Cherkasy - Blyskavky 78-86

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Cherkasy. Fourth ranked Blyskavky faced their close opponent Veneto-Cherkasy. Guests from Vinnytsia (11-6) defeated host Veneto-Cherkasy (3-9) 86-78. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning the initial quarter 27-21. But Veneto-Cherkasy won second period 20-18. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Worth to mention a great performance of Larysa Stadnik (185-1992, agency: BIG) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 14 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Victoria Ogiy (170-1995) who added 15 points, 9 assists and 4 steals during the contest. At the losing side center Maria Pugach (181-2006) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 16 rebounds and forward Anastasia Kostoglod (174-2005) scored 27 points and 4 assists. Five Blyskavky and four Veneto-Cherkasy players scored in double figures. Blyskavky have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place. Veneto-Cherkasy lost third consecutive game. Veneto-Cherkasy at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the fourth position with nine games lost. Blyskavky will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Veneto-Cherkasy will play against Rivne (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Blyskavky: O.Violetta 22+2reb, I.Zhmurko 18+7reb+2ast, M.Postova 15+3reb, O.Victoria 15+3reb+9ast, L.Stadnik 14+11reb+4ast, L.Anna 2+4reb
Veneto-Cherkasy: K.Anastasia 27+1reb+4ast, P.Maria 17+16reb, A.Lamanova 12+7reb+5ast, R.Anastasia 10+9reb, A.Lakh 9+6reb+6ast, K.Elizaveta 3+1reb+1ast

Sumy - Blyskavky 2 87-37

There was no surprise when bottom-ranked Blyskavky 2 (0-19) was crushed on the road by second ranked Sumy (5-7) 87-37 on Saturday. The game without a history. Sumy led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Blyskavky 2 to just 4 points in third quarter. Sumy dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Blyskavky 2's 32. Sumy forced 38 Blyskavky 2 turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Blyskavky 2's players. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Valentina Onishchenko (172-1996) who helped to win the game recording 18 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and forward Viktoriya Pazyuk (188-1985, agency: BIG) who added 20 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Five Sumy players scored in double figures. Sumy's coach felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side guard Victoria Bogachenko (170-2005) responded with 9 points and guard Sofia Eromina (170-2006) scored 4 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Newly promoted Sumy maintains second position with 5-7 record having nineteen points less than leader Kyiv Basket. Blyskavky 2 at the other side, also newcomer in the league, still closes the standings with 19 games lost. Sumy will meet Rivne (#4) on the road in the next round. Blyskavky 2 will play against Pereyaslav and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Sumy: V.Pazyuk 20+9reb+3ast, V.Onishchenko 18+6reb+8ast, K.Yarych 18+6reb+7ast, B.Yelizaveta 13+5reb+4ast, S.Valeriia 11+8reb+1ast, G.Vasylisa 5+2reb+1ast
Blyskavky 2: I.Anastasia 9+3reb, B.Victoria 9+4reb+3ast, G.Anastasia 7+3reb, E.Sofia 4+7reb+4ast, L.Daryna 4+4reb, K.Sofia 2+4reb

Veneto-Cherkasy - Blyskavky 2 79-61

No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Veneto-Cherkasy (3-9) defeated at home bottom-ranked Blyskavky 2 (0-19) 79-61 on Sunday. The hosts trailed by 1 point after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 8-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 79-61. Veneto-Cherkasy made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Veneto-Cherkasy outrebounded Blyskavky 2 56-39 including a 21-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Anastasia Rybas (178-2005) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 24 points, 23 rebounds and 4 assists and point guard Alina Lakh (164-1998) who added 15 points and 7 assists during the contest. Four Veneto-Cherkasy players scored in double figures. At the losing side guard Victoria Bogachenko (170-2005) responded with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds and guard Sofia Eromina (170-2006) scored 14 points and 4 assists. Newly promoted Veneto-Cherkasy maintains fourth position with 3-9 record. Blyskavky 2 at the other side, also newcomer in the league, still closes the standings with 19 games lost. Veneto-Cherkasy will meet Rivne (#4) on the road in the next round. Blyskavky 2 will play against Pereyaslav and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Veneto-Cherkasy: R.Anastasia 24+23reb+4ast, K.Anastasia 16+5reb+2ast, A.Lakh 15+4reb+7ast, P.Maria 14+9reb+1ast, A.Lamanova 6+9reb+4ast, K.Elizaveta 4+6reb+1ast
Blyskavky 2: B.Victoria 24+11reb+3ast, E.Sofia 14+3reb+4ast, G.Anastasia 12+3reb, M.Ulyana 4+11reb, I.Anastasia 4+4reb+1ast, K.Sofia 3+5reb+1ast

Sumy - Blyskavky 35-83

The most important game in the last round took place in Sumy between second ranked Sumy (5-7) and fourth ranked Blyskavky (11-6) on Sunday night. Sumy unexpectedly was crushed by at home 35-83. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Sumy. The game without a history. Blyskavky led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Sumy to just 6 points in second and third quarters. Blyskavky held Sumy to an opponent 22.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 46.8 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Sumy 47-23 including a 29-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Blyskavky looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Sumy's players. Forward Anna Lisovych (179-2002) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 18 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) for the winners. Guard Victoria Ogiy (170-1995) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists. Five Blyskavky players scored in double figures. Guard Khrystyna Yarych (174-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds and guard Yelizaveta Biatets (162-2005) added 6 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Blyskavky have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place. Sumy at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the second position with seven games lost. Blyskavky will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Sumy will play on the road against Rivne and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Blyskavky: L.Anna 21+18reb+1ast, O.Violetta 15+2reb, O.Victoria 13+6reb+11ast, R.Darina 12+2reb+4ast, I.Zhmurko 11+11reb+5ast, M.Postova 6+1reb
Sumy: K.Yarych 12+11reb+2ast, S.Valeriia 9+2reb+1ast, B.Yelizaveta 6+5reb+2ast, V.Onishchenko 4+1reb, G.Vasylisa 2+1reb, K.Liudmyla 2+1ast

Frankivsk - KIVS SBK 102-52

Very expected game in Ivano-Frankivsk where 6th ranked KIVS SBK (3-8) was rolled over by top-ranked Frankivsk (18-0) 102-52 on Sunday. The game without a history. Frankivsk led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding KIVS SBK to just 5 points in first quarter. Frankivsk held KIVS SBK to an opponent 24.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 45.9 percent accuracy of the winners. Frankivsk forced 27 KIVS SBK turnovers and outrebounded them 47-34 including a 17-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by KIVS SBK's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Frankivsk made 7 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Anastasiia Shepeliuk (175-2005) who helped to win the game recording 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Angelica Lyashko (175-2000, agency: BIG) who added 17 points during the contest. Five Frankivsk players scored in double figures. At the losing side swingman Elizaveta Vodovoz (175-2003) responded with 14 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists (made all of her nine free throws !!!) and swingman Katerina Shtyk (175-2003) scored 19 points and 5 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Frankivsk have an impressive 17-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 18-0 record. Newly promoted KIVS SBK keeps the sixth place with eight games lost. Frankivsk will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. KIVS SBK will play against the league's leader Kyiv Basket (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Frankivsk: S.Anastasiia 20+5reb+4ast, A.Lyashko 17+2reb+3ast, O.Alekseychuk 12+4reb+4ast, L.Bohdana 12+4reb+4ast, K.Tykhonova 12+6reb+2ast, B.Iryna 9+6reb+1ast
KIVS SBK: S.Katerina 19+5reb+1ast, V.Elizaveta 14+7reb+5ast, S.Anastasia 6+4reb+1ast, B.Khrystyna 4+3reb, K.Iaryna 4+4reb+1ast, K.Renata 2+2reb+1ast

Superleague Round 16: Sumy is upset by Blyskavky - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most important game in the last round took place in Sumy between second ranked Sumy (5-7) and fourth ranked Blyskavky (11-6) on Sunday night. Sumy unexpectedly was crushed by at home 35-83. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Sumy. The game without a history. Blyskavky led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Sumy to just 6 points in second and third quarters. Blyskavky held Sumy to an opponent 22.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 46.8 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Sumy 47-23 including a 29-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Blyskavky looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Sumy's players. Forward Anna Lisovych (179-2002) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 18 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) for the winners. Guard Victoria Ogiy (170-1995) chipped in 13 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists. Guard Khrystyna Yarych (174-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds for lost side. Blyskavky have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place. Sumy at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the second position with seven games lost. Blyskavky will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Sumy will play on the road against Rivne and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Cherkasy. First ranked Kyiv Basket faced 4th ranked Veneto-Cherkasy. Guests from Kyiv (11-3) smashed host Veneto-Cherkasy (3-9) 82-52. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Anastasiia Liubenska (177-2006) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 9 rebounds. Kira Sotsenko contributed with 15 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Center Maria Pugach (181-2006) replied with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds for Veneto-Cherkasy. Kyiv Basket maintains first position with 11-3 record. Veneto-Cherkasy lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fourth place with nine games lost. Kyiv Basket will play against KIVS SBK (#6) in Lviv in the next round where they are favorite. Veneto-Cherkasy will play on the road against Rivne and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Cherkasy. Fourth ranked Blyskavky faced their close opponent Veneto-Cherkasy. Guests from Vinnytsia (11-6) defeated host Veneto-Cherkasy (3-9) 86-78. Worth to mention a great performance of Larysa Stadnik who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 14 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side Maria Pugach responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 16 rebounds. Blyskavky have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place. Veneto-Cherkasy lost third consecutive game. Veneto-Cherkasy at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the fourth position with nine games lost. Blyskavky will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Veneto-Cherkasy will play against Rivne (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last two games of round 16 winless Blyskavky 2 was crushed by Sumy in a road game 87-37. Veneto-Cherkasy beat Blyskavky 2 at home 79-61.

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.

Veneto-Cherkasy - Kyiv Basket 52-82

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Cherkasy. First ranked Kyiv Basket faced 4th ranked Veneto-Cherkasy. Guests from Kyiv (11-3) smashed host Veneto-Cherkasy (3-9) 82-52. The game without a history. Kyiv Basket led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Veneto-Cherkasy to just 5 points in second quarter. Kyiv Basket dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Veneto-Cherkasy's 24. Kyiv Basket forced 29 Veneto-Cherkasy turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Anastasiia Liubenska (177-2006) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 9 rebounds. Center Kira Sotsenko (182-2006) contributed with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Four Kyiv Basket players scored in double figures. Center Maria Pugach (181-2006) replied with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds and forward Anastasia Kostoglod (174-2005) added 22 points in the effort for Veneto-Cherkasy. Kyiv Basket maintains first position with 11-3 record. Veneto-Cherkasy lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fourth place with nine games lost. Kyiv Basket will play against KIVS SBK (#6) in Lviv in the next round where they are favorite. Veneto-Cherkasy will play on the road against Rivne and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Kyiv Basket: L.Anastasiia 23+9reb+2ast, S.Kira 15+16reb+2ast, L.Maryna 13+4reb+2ast, O.Krasnikova 11+8reb+1ast, R.Mariia 9+5reb+1ast, A.Anna 6+2reb
Veneto-Cherkasy: K.Anastasia 22+4reb+3ast, P.Maria 17+14reb+1ast, R.Anastasia 10+11reb+1ast, D.Polina 3+2reb, K.Kateryna 0+1reb, K.Elizaveta 0+4reb+2ast

Veneto-Cherkasy - Blyskavky 78-86

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Cherkasy. Fourth ranked Blyskavky faced their close opponent Veneto-Cherkasy. Guests from Vinnytsia (11-6) defeated host Veneto-Cherkasy (3-9) 86-78. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning the initial quarter 27-21. But Veneto-Cherkasy won second period 20-18. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Worth to mention a great performance of Larysa Stadnik (185-1992, agency: BIG) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 14 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Victoria Ogiy (170-1995) who added 15 points, 9 assists and 4 steals during the contest. At the losing side center Maria Pugach (181-2006) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 16 rebounds and forward Anastasia Kostoglod (174-2005) scored 27 points and 4 assists. Five Blyskavky and four Veneto-Cherkasy players scored in double figures. Blyskavky have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place. Veneto-Cherkasy lost third consecutive game. Veneto-Cherkasy at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the fourth position with nine games lost. Blyskavky will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Veneto-Cherkasy will play against Rivne (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Blyskavky: O.Violetta 22+2reb, I.Zhmurko 18+7reb+2ast, M.Postova 15+3reb, O.Victoria 15+3reb+9ast, L.Stadnik 14+11reb+4ast, L.Anna 2+4reb
Veneto-Cherkasy: K.Anastasia 27+1reb+4ast, P.Maria 17+16reb, A.Lamanova 12+7reb+5ast, R.Anastasia 10+9reb, A.Lakh 9+6reb+6ast, K.Elizaveta 3+1reb+1ast

Sumy - Blyskavky 2 87-37

There was no surprise when bottom-ranked Blyskavky 2 (0-19) was crushed on the road by second ranked Sumy (5-7) 87-37 on Saturday. The game without a history. Sumy led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Blyskavky 2 to just 4 points in third quarter. Sumy dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Blyskavky 2's 32. Sumy forced 38 Blyskavky 2 turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Blyskavky 2's players. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Valentina Onishchenko (172-1996) who helped to win the game recording 18 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and forward Viktoriya Pazyuk (188-1985, agency: BIG) who added 20 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Five Sumy players scored in double figures. Sumy's coach felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side guard Victoria Bogachenko (170-2005) responded with 9 points and guard Sofia Eromina (170-2006) scored 4 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Newly promoted Sumy maintains second position with 5-7 record having seventeen points less than leader Kyiv Basket. Blyskavky 2 at the other side, also newcomer in the league, still closes the standings with 19 games lost. Sumy will meet Rivne (#4) on the road in the next round. Blyskavky 2 will play against Pereyaslav and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Sumy: V.Pazyuk 20+9reb+3ast, V.Onishchenko 18+6reb+8ast, K.Yarych 18+6reb+7ast, B.Yelizaveta 13+5reb+4ast, S.Valeriia 11+8reb+1ast, G.Vasylisa 5+2reb+1ast
Blyskavky 2: I.Anastasia 9+3reb, B.Victoria 9+4reb+3ast, G.Anastasia 7+3reb, E.Sofia 4+7reb+4ast, L.Daryna 4+4reb, K.Sofia 2+4reb

Veneto-Cherkasy - Blyskavky 2 79-61

No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Veneto-Cherkasy (3-9) defeated at home bottom-ranked Blyskavky 2 (0-19) 79-61 on Sunday. The hosts trailed by 1 point after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 8-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 79-61. Veneto-Cherkasy made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Veneto-Cherkasy outrebounded Blyskavky 2 56-39 including a 21-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Anastasia Rybas (178-2005) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 24 points, 23 rebounds and 4 assists and point guard Alina Lakh (164-1998) who added 15 points and 7 assists during the contest. Four Veneto-Cherkasy players scored in double figures. At the losing side guard Victoria Bogachenko (170-2005) responded with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds and guard Sofia Eromina (170-2006) scored 14 points and 4 assists. Newly promoted Veneto-Cherkasy maintains fourth position with 3-9 record. Blyskavky 2 at the other side, also newcomer in the league, still closes the standings with 19 games lost. Veneto-Cherkasy will meet Rivne (#4) on the road in the next round. Blyskavky 2 will play against Pereyaslav and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Veneto-Cherkasy: R.Anastasia 24+23reb+4ast, K.Anastasia 16+5reb+2ast, A.Lakh 15+4reb+7ast, P.Maria 14+9reb+1ast, A.Lamanova 6+9reb+4ast, K.Elizaveta 4+6reb+1ast
Blyskavky 2: B.Victoria 24+11reb+3ast, E.Sofia 14+3reb+4ast, G.Anastasia 12+3reb, M.Ulyana 4+11reb, I.Anastasia 4+4reb+1ast, K.Sofia 3+5reb+1ast

Sumy - Blyskavky 35-83

The most important game in the last round took place in Sumy between second ranked Sumy (5-7) and fourth ranked Blyskavky (11-6) on Sunday night. Sumy unexpectedly was crushed by at home 35-83. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Sumy. The game without a history. Blyskavky led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Sumy to just 6 points in second and third quarters. Blyskavky held Sumy to an opponent 22.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 46.8 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Sumy 47-23 including a 29-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Blyskavky looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Sumy's players. Forward Anna Lisovych (179-2002) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 18 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) for the winners. Guard Victoria Ogiy (170-1995) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists. Five Blyskavky players scored in double figures. Guard Khrystyna Yarych (174-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds and guard Yelizaveta Biatets (162-2005) added 6 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Blyskavky have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place. Sumy at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the second position with seven games lost. Blyskavky will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Sumy will play on the road against Rivne and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Blyskavky: L.Anna 21+18reb+1ast, O.Violetta 15+2reb, O.Victoria 13+6reb+11ast, R.Darina 12+2reb+4ast, I.Zhmurko 11+11reb+5ast, M.Postova 6+1reb
Sumy: K.Yarych 12+11reb+2ast, S.Valeriia 9+2reb+1ast, B.Yelizaveta 6+5reb+2ast, V.Onishchenko 4+1reb, G.Vasylisa 2+1reb, K.Liudmyla 2+1ast

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UNITED KINGDOM

EBL Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Samantha KELTOS

Manchester
(190-F-1998)
Avg: 19.3

19.3

19.2

18.7

18.6

18.2

Wolf's double-double lands her Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

24-year old power forward Abbie Wolf (193-F/C-1998) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Caledonia G. and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 18.
She had a double-double of 26 points and 13 rebounds, while her team outclassed Oaklands W. (#11, 3-13) with 27-point margin 81-54. Caledonia G. is placed at 3rd position in British WBBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Caledonia G. will need more victories to improve their 10-3 record. Wolf turned to be Caledonia G.'s top player in her first season with the team. Northwestern University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Wolf is in league's top in rebounds (8th best: 8.8rpg) and averages solid 1.5bpg and 61.6% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Lauren Saiki (160-PG-1997) of Cardiff MA.. She is American guard in her second season at Cardiff MA.. In the last game Saiki recorded impressive triple-double of 24 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists. Of course she led Cardiff MA. to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Manchester M. (#12, 1-13) 92-67. This victory allowed Cardiff MA. to move up to 8th position in the standings. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 5-10 record. Saiki is well-known at Cardiff MA. and she already established her position as one of the team's leaders.

Third place about best performers goes to another Cardiff MA.'s star - guard Shannon Hatch (178-G-1993). Hatch scored 24 points and grabbed five rebounds. She was another key player of Cardiff MA., helping her team with a 92-67 easy win against the lower-ranked Manchester M. (#12, 1-13). The chances of Cardiff MA. not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 10 games, recording just five victories. With bigger assistance of her teammates, Hatch could try to bring Cardiff MA.'s a little bit higher in the standings. Hatch has individually a great season in United Kingdom. After 15 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 18.7ppg (3rd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Daniela Turner) of Essex R. - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Isabel Bunyan (180-F-2004) of Cardiff MA. - 19 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists
6. Samantha Keltos (190-F-1998) of Manchester M. - 17 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists
7. Chantelle Handy (188-F-1987) of Caledonia G. - 19 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Sune Swart (190-C/F-1995) of Essex R. - 15 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Tea Adams (175-G-1999) of Caledonia G. - 11 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists
10. Abigail Yunker (173-G-1998) of Cardiff MA. - 11 points, 5 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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WABA

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Monique REID

Montana
(185-F-1990)
Avg: 23.5

23.5

18.9

17.0

16.7

15.9