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| 3X3 |
| First list of 3x3 World Tour 2023 qualifiers announced - by Eurobasket News |
| Just one month after announcing the biggest-ever 3x3 World Tour season, FIBA unveiled the first batch of Challengers and Super Quests on the road to the World Tour. The Super Quests are invitational events that are played before the start of the World Tour season while the Challengers are the premium international qualifiers to the World Tour. Both qualify teams directly to 3x3's flagship competition. You can learn more about the FIBA 3x3 competition network on the FIBA 3x3 official website. Here is the list of confirmed Challengers and Super Quests, sorted by FIBA 3x3 World Tour Masters to which they qualify. WT Manila Masters 3x3 Lausanne Super Quest - April 22-23 3x3 Ulaanbaatar Super Quest - April 22-23 WT Macau Masters Shenzhen Challenger - May 13-14 WT Edmonton Masters Deqing Challenger - May 26-27 Penang Challenger - June 10-11 WT Prague Masters Clermont Ferrand Challenger - June 10-11 Orleans Challenger - June 23-24 WT Lausanne Masters Ulaanbaatar Challenger - June 16-17 Xiongan Challenger - June 16-17 WT Debrecen Masters Netanya Challenger - July 4-5 Fribourg Challenger - July 7-8 WT Constanta Masters Poitiers Challenger - June 30 - July 1 Pristina Challenger - July 15-16 WT Cebu Masters Bordeaux Challenger - July 21-22 WT Amsterdam Masters Belgrade Challenger - August 11-12 Sukhbaatar Challenger - August 12-13 WT Chengdu Masters Shanghai Challenger - August 12-13 Sansar Challenger - September 2-3 *The Taipei Challenger (October 28-29) is also confirmed, but the concrete World Tour Masters will be announced later. Sixteen teams take part in each Challenger and 12 in each Super Quest, and the two finalists stamp their ticket to a designated FIBA 3x3 World Tour Masters (unless they are already qualified to the same Masters). There are 3 ways to qualify for a FIBA 3x3 Challenger: 1. Win a lite quest event (a tour or a standalone event that qualifies directly to a challenger) 2. Rank as high as possible in the FIBA 3x3 Team Ranking (best-ranked teams - at the moment of auto-allocation 5 weeks before the event - have preferential access to challengers) 3. Get one of the wildcards from the tournament hosts Courtesy of: fiba.basketball |
| ABA |
| Clutch still undefeated - by Gianni Pascucci |
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The ABA regular season will end in less than a month and the Wyoming Valley Clutch is the only team in the league still undefeated after 12 games. Team owner and yet active player David Jannuzzi (6'1''-G-1977, college: Wilkes) sent to Usbasket.com the team official roster. The squad coached by Jerry Rickrode is formed by some well know veterans, like Jamie Calloway (6'2''-G, college: Lackawanna), Lamont Tillery (6'4''-F), Larry Anderscavage (5'7''-PG), Tyriek Steward (6'4''-G, college: Bloomsburg), team co-owner Chris Shovlin (6'1''-PG, college: Wilkes). Levaughn Soules and Jaquan Ingram supply the strength under the boards, even if the Clutch is the classic undersized, run and shot, aggressive ABA squad #1 Jannuzzi, David G 6'1 #2 Anderscavage, Larry G 5'8 #3 Shovlin, Chris G 6'1 #5 Dixon, Hasiin G/F 6'4 #7 Hall, Brandon SF 6'4 #11 Calloway, Jamie SG 6'1 #15 Tillery, Lamont SF 6'4 #20 Soules, Levaughn F/C 6'6 #22 Bailey, Logan G/F 6'4 #24 Stewart Tyriek G/F 6'4 #32 Ingram, Jaquan PF 6'5 #44 Dessoye, Matt G 5'11 Head Coach: Jerry Rickrode Assistant Coaches: Kiley Sock, Kaleem Williams Owners: David Jannuzzi, Chris Shovlin |
| ARGENTINA |
| Stats Leaders - LigaA |
| Stats Leaders |
| With an offensive hardware Assum takes the Most Valuable of the 4th week of 2023 - by Roberto Dorta |
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If we are sure of one thing, it is that in the North of the Liga Argentina the fight of the Cordobeses teams to be in the lead has been of beginning and surely until the end of the season. One of the protagonists is San Isidro San Francisco that last week had a couple of key games, and where the explosiveness and performance of Santiago Assum (194-F/G-1998) were important to take tremendous victories. Assum takes the MVP of the week award for the program Balonalaire 100% Liga Argentina for his great performances in the period from 6 to 12 February 2023. A San Isidro San Francisco who had lost two games in a row ( 1st time in the whole season) received at home Villa San Martin and GEPU San Luis, two clashes that a priori would be very complicated. On the first date against Villa, the escort registered 34 units: Registering 4 triples, 3 assists and hitting 8 of the 12 attempts in the field. A game that ended with a very close run of 101-98. On the second night, the victory was again taken to another rival that marches near the vanguard positions: GEPU of San Luis. There Assum scored 20 points with 5 rebounds and 3 steals. Currently the San Francisco's club player averages 14.3 points per game, 2 assists and 2.9 rebounds per night. Other players considered for the award were: German Frencia (202-C-1988) - La Union : 19 points and 11 rebounds vs. Ciclista 12 points and 7 rebounds vs. Zarate Manuel Lambrisca (192-G/F-1997) - Cyclist: 24 points and 5 rebounds vs. La Union 24 points and 5 rebounds vs. Villa Mitre Matias Alluchon (185-PG-2000) - Estudiantes: 19 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists vs. Zarate 20 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists vs. Pilar Ivan Albornoz (200-F-1986) - Tucuman: 20 points and 11 rebounds vs. Libertad 20 points and 5 rebounds vs. Jachal |
| La Liga Argentina Round 33: Ameghino is defeated by Echague - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game between second ranked Ameghino (19-4) and eleventh ranked Echague (10-14) was the most important one in the last round on Monday night. Ameghino was defeated by Echague in a tough game in Parana 79-86. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Ameghino. 26 personal fouls committed by Ameghino helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Guard Joaquin Fernandez (189-2003) stepped up and scored 20 points for the winners and forward Augusto Bruera (196-1998, agency: BIG) chipped in 16 points and 7 rebounds. The best for the losing side was forward Abel Aristimuno (195-1991, agency: BIG) with 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Ameghino's coach Pablo Castro rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Echague moved-up to tenth place, which they share with GELP. Ameghino at the other side still keeps top position with four games lost. They share it with Racing. Echague is looking forward to face CAO Ceres (#13) at home in the next round. Ameghino will have a break next round. The game between Top Four teams took place in Juninense. Second ranked host Ciclista (18-7) defeated 4th placed Dep Viedma (15-7) 87-73. It ended at the same time the 12-game winning streak of Dep Viedma. Swingman Manuel Lambrisca (192-1997) nailed 29 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side and Isaac Thornton accounted for 13 points and 7 rebounds. Ciclista's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Matias Eidintas (186-1995) came up with 24 points and 7 rebounds for Dep Viedma in the defeat. Ciclista have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain second place with 18-7 record having just three points less than leader Racing. Dep Viedma at the other side keeps the fourth position with seven games lost. They share it with GEPU. Ciclista will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Dep Viedma will play on the road against the league's leader Racing (#1) in Chivilcoy and hopes to get back on the winning track. La Liga Argentina top team - Racing (19-4) managed to deliver another win on Sunday. This time they beat fifteenth ranked Villa Mitre (7-13) in Chivilcoy 88-75. The best player for the winners was Alejo Barrales who scored 18 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was Juan Bollo who recorded 19 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Racing have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 19-4 record, which they share with Ameghino. Villa Mitre lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Estudiantes C.. Racing will meet at home Dep Viedma (#4) in the next round. Villa Mitre will play against Parque Sur (#17) in Concepcion de Urug. and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 33: Ameghino won against Colon SF on the opponent's court 88-75. Jachal managed to outperform Tucuman in a home game 86-84. H.Americano recorded a loss to Del Progreso on the road 86-75. GELP defeated Rocamora on its own court 86-70. Tucuman was smashed by Rivadavia in a road game 88-65. Sarmiento R. lost to Villa S.Martin at home 73-82. Rocamora was outscored by Lanus on the opponent's court 75-99. Parque Sur was rolled over La Union in a home game 72-93. The most impressive stats of the last round was 24 points and 4 assists by Lucas Gallardo of Parque Sur. Colon SF - Ameghino 75-88 Very expected game in Santa Fe where 7th ranked Colon SF (10-11) was defeated by second ranked Ameghino (19-4) 88-75 on Saturday. Ameghino looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Ameghino made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was forward Abel Aristimuno (195-1991, agency: BIG) who scored 15 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Mateo Beigier (187-2001) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Ameghino's coach Pablo Castro 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 point guard Joaquin Baeza (182-1986, agency: BIG) who recorded 15 points and 6 assists and American forward Dwayne Russell (203, college: St.Thomas, FL) added 12 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Ameghino have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Racing. Loser Colon SF dropped to the eighth place with 11 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Colon SF: J.Baeza 15+3reb+6ast, G.Sinconi 14+3reb, D.Russell 12+9reb, A.Tomas 11+7reb+3ast, L.Quinteros 8+7reb+4ast, N.Bravo 6+2reb Ameghino: B.Mateo 18+6reb+3ast, L.Emiliano 15+4reb+5ast, A.Aristimuno 15+8reb+5ast, J.Luis Abeiro 14+8reb+3ast, J.Franca 10+6reb+1ast, D.Gerbaudo 8+6reb+4ast Jachal - Tucuman 86-84 Rather predictable result when fourteenth ranked Jachal (8-14) edged at home 16th ranked Tucuman (5-18) 86-84 on Sunday. Jachal looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was Pablo Aaron (199-2000) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Luciano Tambucci (194-1998) chipped in 18 points and 5 rebounds. Five Jachal players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Jose Muruaga (188-1984) who recorded 22 points and 6 assists and forward Ivan Albornoz (200-1986) added 20 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Tucuman's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Jachal maintains fourteenth place with 8-14 record. Tucuman lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth position with 18 games lost. Jachal will meet at home higher ranked Rivadavia (#12) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Tucuman will play against GEPU (#4) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Tucuman: J.Muruaga 22+1reb+6ast, I.Albornoz 20+5reb+1ast, P.Aranda 17+7reb, C.Echevarria 9+6reb+2ast, C.Fernando 8+1ast, I.Echevarria 4+6reb+3ast Jachal: L.Tambucci 18+5reb+1ast, S.Ismael 17+2reb+3ast, P.Aaron 14+10reb+3ast, C.Juan 12+3reb+9ast, H.Wilkerson 11+7reb+4ast, C.Fabricio 10+10reb+3ast Del Progreso - H.Americano 86-75 There was an upset in General Roca where higher ranked H.Americano (12-8) was defeated by fifteenth ranked Del Progreso (8-13) 86-75 on Sunday. Del Progreso made 23-of-30 free shots (76.7 percent) during the game. Del Progreso outrebounded H.Americano 52-40 including a 44-30 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was guard Julian Ruiz (185-1998) who had a triple-double by scoring 27 points, 14 rebounds and 11 assists (went 11 for 11 at the free throw line !!!). Forward Facundo Sanz (197-1996, agency: BIG) chipped in a double-double by scoring 20 points, 12 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 blocks. Del Progreso's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American center Arnold Louis (201-1990, college: SSU) who recorded a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds and point guard Ezequiel Paz (190-2001, agency: Interperformances) added 16 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Del Progreso moved-up to thirteenth place. Loser H.Americano keeps the sixth position with eight games lost. Del Progreso will meet at home Parque Sur (#17) in the next round. H.Americano will play against Quilmes MP (#11) in Mar del Plata and hope to secure a win and be promoted back to the La Liga just one year after relegation. Top scorers: H.Americano: A.Louis 22+10reb, D.Miguel Federico 17+4reb+2ast, P.Ezequiel 16+6reb+1ast, L.Reyes 10+6reb+1ast, G.Romero 5+4reb, L.Zalio 5+4reb+2ast Del Progreso: J.Ruiz 27+14reb+11ast, F.Sanz 20+12reb+6ast, L.Hernan 13+6reb, R.Marco 11+9reb, P.Fabricio 6+5reb, S.Leonardo 5+2reb+1ast Racing - Villa Mitre 88-75 La Liga Argentina top team - Racing (19-4) managed to deliver another win on Sunday. This time they beat fifteenth ranked Villa Mitre (7-13) in Chivilcoy 88-75. Racing dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Villa Mitre's 28. The best player for the winners was point guard Alejo Barrales (174-1991) who scored 18 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. Forward Emilio Stucky (198-1994) chipped in 18 points and 8 rebounds. Four Racing players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was center Juan Bollo (203-1992) who recorded 19 points and 9 rebounds and Federico Harina (186-1991) added 18 points respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Racing have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 19-4 record, which they share with Ameghino. Villa Mitre lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Estudiantes C.. Racing will meet at home Dep Viedma (#4) in the next round. Villa Mitre will play against Parque Sur (#17) in Concepcion de Urug. and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Villa Mitre: J.Bollo 19+9reb, F.Harina 18+4reb+2ast, C.Alvaro 12+6reb+1ast, J.Levy 9+6reb, G.Andres 6+2reb+1ast, M.Jano 4+2reb+5ast Racing: E.Stucky 18+8reb, A.Barrales 18+5reb+6ast, R.Fernandez 14+1reb, J.Peralta 13+6reb+1ast, C.Juan 8+1reb, E.De Pietro 6+3reb+3ast Echague - Ameghino 86-79 The game between second ranked Ameghino (19-4) and eleventh ranked Echague (10-14) was the most important one in the last round on Monday night. Ameghino was defeated by Echague in a tough game in Parana 79-86. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Ameghino. 26 personal fouls committed by Ameghino helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Guard Joaquin Fernandez (189-2003) stepped up and scored 20 points for the winners and forward Augusto Bruera (196-1998, agency: BIG) chipped in 16 points and 7 rebounds. The best for the losing side was forward Abel Aristimuno (195-1991, agency: BIG) with 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and Mateo Beigier (187-2001) scored 16 points (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Four Ameghino players scored in double figures. Ameghino's coach Pablo Castro rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Echague moved-up to tenth place, which they share with GELP. Ameghino at the other side still keeps top position with four games lost. They share it with Racing. Echague is looking forward to face CAO Ceres (#13) at home in the next round. Ameghino will have a break next round. Top scorers: Ameghino: B.Mateo 16+2reb, A.Aristimuno 15+5reb+4ast, J.Luis Abeiro 15+2reb, J.Franca 10+5reb, L.Emiliano 9+3reb+2ast, G.Bruno 8+1ast Echague: F.Joaquin 20+4reb+3ast, B.Augusto 16+7reb+1ast, F.Bautista 13+3reb+2ast, L.Ruiz Moreno 10+2reb+1ast, F.Gonzalez 9+4reb+2ast, I.Zulberti 8+4reb+3ast GELP - Rocamora 86-70 There was a surprise result in La Plata where eleventh ranked GELP (10-14) beat higher ranked Rocamora (10-12) 86-70 on Monday. GELP shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 54.2 percentage. The best player for the winners was point guard Carlos Gianella (181) who scored 21 points and 5 assists. Point guard Alan Moreno (185-1997, agency: BIG) chipped in 21 points. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Tomas Verbauwede (198-1999) who recorded 14 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and center Alejandro Quigley (203-1993, agency: BIG) added 11 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Four Rocamora players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. GELP moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Echague. Rocamora lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with 12 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Rocamora: C.Agustin 15+1reb, V.Tomas 14+9reb+5ast, A.Quigley 11+5reb+1ast, G.Impini 11+4reb+1ast, M.Tarrago 9+3reb, M.Caire 8 GELP: A.Moreno 21+3reb+1ast, G.Carlos 21+2reb+5ast, S.Yago 11+2reb+3ast, M.Santiago 9+3reb+2ast, J.Pablo Lancieri 8+1reb+3ast, F.Barroso 7+10reb+4ast Rivadavia - Tucuman 88-65 There was no surprise when 16th ranked Tucuman (5-18) was outplayed on the road by thirteenth ranked Rivadavia (9-13) 88-65 on Monday. Rivadavia outrebounded Tucuman 45-31 including a 38-26 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was center Abel Trejo (204-1990) who scored 6 points and 14 rebounds. Swingman Luciano Silva (190-1996) chipped in 17 points. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Jose Muruaga (188-1984) who recorded 12 points and 5 assists and Ignacio Echevarria (195-1998) added 13 points respectively. Four Tucuman 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. Rivadavia have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to twelfth place. Tucuman lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth position with 18 games lost. Rivadavia will meet higher ranked Montmartre (#9) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Tucuman will play against GEPU (#4) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Tucuman: P.Aranda 13+4reb, I.Echevarria 13+4reb+1ast, J.Muruaga 12+1reb+5ast, I.Albornoz 10+7reb+1ast, C.Fernando 6+2reb, M.Lucas 4+4reb+1ast Rivadavia: L.Silva 17+3reb+1ast, S.Franco 12+6ast, S.Arancibia 11+2reb+3ast, T.Cravero 9+5reb+3ast, P.Soares 9+4reb+1ast, V.Lautaro 8+7reb+2ast Sarmiento R. - Villa S.Martin 73-82 No shocking result in a game in Chaco where tenth ranked Villa S.Martin (11-13) won against 17th ranked Sarmiento R. (4-19) 82-73 on Monday. They outrebounded Sarmiento R. 63-39 including a 45-28 advantage in defensive rebounds. Villa S.Martin looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Gonzalo Guevara (196-1998) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 18 rebounds. Guard Santiago Perez (188-2002) chipped in 18 points and 4 assists. Villa S.Martin's coach Gaston Castro used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Marcelo Martinez (187-1996) who recorded 14 points and 6 assists and guard Juan Cruz Scacchi (195-2001) added 10 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Villa S.Martin moved-up to seventh place, which they share with La Union. Newly promoted Sarmiento R. keeps the seventeenth position with 19 games lost. Villa S.Martin will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Sarmiento R. will play against Dep Norte (#6) in Armstrong and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Sarmiento R.: M.Martinez 14+4reb+6ast, P.Ramiro 14+4reb, A.Traverso 14+4reb+3ast, S.Juan Cruz 10+9reb+2ast, P.Martin 7+4reb, A.Mariani 6+4reb Villa S.Martin: P.Santiago 18+3reb+4ast, G.Gonzalo 17+18reb+3ast, M.Borsatti 11+6reb+1ast, F.Ramiro 11+8reb+5ast, A.Carmona 9, D.Luque Soren 8+10reb+4ast Lanus - Rocamora 99-75 Rather expected game in Buenos Aires where 7th ranked Rocamora (10-12) was crushed by fifth ranked Lanus (14-7) 99-75 on Tuesday. Lanus looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Phil Bledsoe (198, college: GSC) who scored 29 points and 8 rebounds. Jorge Banegas (190-1993, agency: BIG) chipped in 26 points and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Thiago Dasso (185-2000) who recorded 20 points (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field) and forward Tomas Verbauwede (198-1999) added 9 points and 9 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. Lanus maintains fifth place with 14-7 record. Rocamora lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with 12 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Lanus will meet Pilar (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rocamora will have a break next round. Top scorers: Rocamora: D.Thiago 20+3reb+2ast, A.Quigley 11+2reb+2ast, V.Tomas 9+9reb+3ast, F.Franco 9+4reb, G.Impini 7+2reb, C.Agustin 6+1reb+2ast Lanus: P.Bledsoe 29+8reb, J.Banegas 26+1reb+4ast, L.Gorosterrazu 10+1reb+3ast, A.Britos 9+6reb+3ast, M.Mauricio 7+1reb+1ast, R.Augusto 6+4reb+1ast Ciclista - Dep Viedma 87-73 The game between Top Four teams took place in Juninense. Second ranked host Ciclista (18-7) defeated 4th placed Dep Viedma (15-7) 87-73. It ended at the same time the 12-game winning streak of Dep Viedma. Ciclista made 17-of-22 charity shots (77.3 percent) during the game. Swingman Manuel Lambrisca (192-1997) nailed 29 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side and American guard Isaac Thornton (193-1991, college: Fairmont St.) accounted for 13 points and 7 rebounds. Four Ciclista players scored in double figures. Ciclista's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Matias Eidintas (186-1995) came up with 24 points and 7 rebounds and point guard Fermin Thygesen (186-1998) added 3 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists respectively for Dep Viedma in the defeat. Ciclista have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain second place with 18-7 record having just three points less than leader Racing. Dep Viedma at the other side keeps the fourth position with seven games lost. They share it with GEPU. Ciclista will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Dep Viedma will play on the road against the league's leader Racing (#1) in Chivilcoy and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Dep Viedma: M.Eidintas 24+7reb, B.Ossela 14+2reb, M.Mariano 9+3reb+1ast, L.Gonzalez 8+1reb+1ast, M.Tabieres 7+9reb, E.Okenchi 5 Ciclista: M.Lambrisca 29+5reb+3ast, A.Matias 18+2reb+1ast, I.Thornton 13+7reb+1ast, L.Fernandez 12+1reb+3ast, F.Jerez 10+5reb+2ast, R.Marcos 5+4reb+7ast Parque Sur - La Union 72-93 Very predictable result in Concepcion de Urug. where ninth ranked La Union (11-13) smashed 17th ranked Parque Sur (4-18) 93-72 on Tuesday. La Union shot 60.3 percent from the field. They also forced 19 Parque Sur turnovers and outrebounded them 28-17 including 19 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was forward Cesar Lavoratornuovo (189-1991) who scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. Swingman Joaquin Acuna (196-1999) chipped in 20 points. Five La Union players scored in double figures. La Union's coach felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Lucas Gallardo (199-2001) who recorded 24 points and 4 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and forward Juan Boffelli (197-1998) added 15 points and 4 assists respectively. La Union moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Villa S.Martin. Loser Parque Sur keeps the seventeenth position with 18 games lost. La Union will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Parque Sur will play against Villa Mitre (#16) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Parque Sur: L.Gallardo 24+4ast, B.Juan 15+2reb+4ast, B.Osuna 13+1reb, V.Lofrano 8+3reb+2ast, F.Franco 6+2reb+1ast, L.Laureano 4+4reb+8ast La Union: J.Acuna 20+3reb+1ast, C.Lavoratornuovo 18+5reb+1ast, C.Bruno 11+4reb+2ast, F.German 10+3reb+1ast, E.Gimenez 10+1reb+2ast, G.Romero 9+3reb+1ast |
| LDD Round 32: Riachuelo LR beat Regatas by two after a very close game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 32 in the LDD took place in La Rioja. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 6th ranked Regatas (14-9) to seventh ranked Riachuelo LR (14-9) 66-64 in the game for the sixth place. Riachuelo LR made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. Francisco Dalpino orchestrated the victory by scoring 19 points. Valentin Forestier (194-2003) contributed with 15 points for the winners. Riachuelo LR's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. point guard Juan Peral (179-2005) replied with 16 points and 6 rebounds for Regatas. Riachuelo LR have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with defeated Regatas. Riachuelo LR will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Regatas will play at home against La Union (#11) and is hoping to win this game. An interesting game for Instituto (18-3) which played road game in Olivia against 4th ranked Independ.O. (14-8). Second ranked Instituto managed to get a 8-point victory 77-69. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Fausto Moussa (186-2004) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and Enmanuel Labata who added 12 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Guard Nicolas Marcucci (190-2002) responded with 18 points and 6 rebounds. Independ.O.'s coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Instituto have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 18-3 record having 2 victories less than leader Obera. Independ.O. at the other side dropped to the fifth place with eight games lost. Instituto will play against San Lorenzo (#13) in Almagra in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Independ.O. will play at home against Union (#19) and hopes to get back on the winning track. LDD top team - Obera (20-3) had no problems winning another game on Monday. This time they crushed seventeenth ranked Olimpico (7-16) in La Banda 81-50. The winners were led by Kelvin Ramirez who scored that evening 13 points and 8 rebounds. Even 13 points by Ignacio Gonzalez did not help to save the game for Olimpico. Olimpico's coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Obera maintains first position with 20-3 record. Loser Olimpico keeps the seventeenth place with 16 games lost. Obera will meet Quimsa (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Olimpico will play against Gimnasia CR (#3) and hope to secure a win. There were no big surprises in other games of round 32: Comunicaciones was beaten by Obras on the road 76-71. Platense won against Argentino on its own court 74-71. San Lorenzo managed to outperform Atenas in Almagra 66-62. Riachuelo LR managed to beat San Martin at home 64-58. The most impressive performance of 32th round was 17 points by Augusto DAndrea of San Martin. Riachuelo LR - Regatas 66-64 The most exciting game of round 32 in the LDD took place in La Rioja. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 6th ranked Regatas (14-9) to seventh ranked Riachuelo LR (14-9) 66-64 in the game for the sixth place. Riachuelo LR made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. Francisco Dalpino orchestrated the victory by scoring 19 points. Valentin Forestier (194-2003) contributed with 15 points for the winners. Four Riachuelo LR players scored in double figures. Riachuelo LR's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Point guard Juan Peral (179-2005) replied with 16 points and 6 rebounds and Dominican Rey Abad (210-2002) added 15 points, 6 rebounds and 6 blocks in the effort for Regatas. Riachuelo LR have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with defeated Regatas. Riachuelo LR will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Regatas will play at home against La Union (#11) and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Riachuelo LR: D.Francisco 19+4reb, F.Valentin 15+3reb+1ast, C.Mateo 11+1ast, B.Matias 10+3reb, T.Lautaro 3+1reb+1ast, D.Fabricio 3+3reb Regatas: P.Juan 16+6reb+1ast, A.Rey 15+6reb+1ast, T.Franchela 13+5reb+3ast, F.Francisco 6+1reb, G.Fabio 5+3reb+2ast, Y.Valentino 5+1reb+2ast Olimpico - Obera 50-81 LDD top team - Obera (20-3) had no problems winning another game on Monday. This time they crushed seventeenth ranked Olimpico (7-16) in La Banda 81-50. Obera dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Olimpico's 30. Obera forced 19 Olimpico turnovers and outrebounded them 33-21 including 22 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Olimpico's players. The winners were led by power forward Kelvin Ramirez (204-2003) who scored that evening 13 points and 8 rebounds and Nicolas Quiroga (191-2003) supported him with 15 points. Four Obera players scored in double figures. Even 13 points by guard Ignacio Gonzalez (187-2003) did not help to save the game for Olimpico. Salvador Japaze (-2005) added 11 points for the hosts. Olimpico's coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Obera maintains first position with 20-3 record. Loser Olimpico keeps the seventeenth place with 16 games lost. Obera will meet Quimsa (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Olimpico will play against Gimnasia CR (#3) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Obera: Q.Nicolas 15+3reb+2ast, R.Kelvin 13+8reb+1ast, A.Maximiliano 12+5reb+2ast, C.Estanislao 11+4reb+4ast, T.Francisco 8+2reb+2ast, A.Alejo 8+4reb+2ast Olimpico: G.Ignacio 13+1reb+2ast, J.Salvador 11+1reb, A.Horacio 6+1reb, L.Caceres 5+1reb+2ast, M.Cesar 3+1reb, H.Carlos 3+6reb Obras - Comunicaciones 76-71 No shocking result in a game when eleventh ranked Obras (12-11) beat 17th ranked Comunicaciones (7-17) in Buenos Aires 76-71 on Tuesday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Obras made 28-of-37 free shots (75.7 percent) during the game, while Comunicaciones only scored seven points from the stripe. They outrebounded Comunicaciones 36-25 including 26 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by point guard Juan Respaud (190-2005) who scored that evening 20 points and 5 rebounds and swingman Lautaro Barrios (195-2004) supported him with 14 points. Obras' coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even 16 points and 4 assists by point guard Agustin Passone (180-2003) did not help to save the game for Comunicaciones. Forward Marcos Panozzo (195) added 18 points and 5 rebounds for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Obras moved-up to tenth place. Comunicaciones lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighteenth position with 17 games lost. They share it with Union. Obras will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Comunicaciones will play against Penarol (#4) in Mar del Plata and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Obras: R.Juan 20+5reb+3ast, B.Lautaro 14+4reb+1ast, I.Felipe 11+4reb+3ast, M.Von Schmeling 10+7reb, L.Joaquin 7+4reb, S.Caique 5+1reb Comunicaciones: P.Marcos 18+5reb+1ast, P.Agustin 16+4reb+4ast, L.Francisco 14+1reb+2ast, B.Agustin 12+2reb+1ast, L.Gabriel 6+5reb, B.Ezequiel 5+4reb Platense - Argentino 74-71 Rather expected game when 16th ranked Argentino (8-18) was edged by fourteenth ranked Platense (11-13) in Florida 74-71 on Monday. The winners were led by Santino Mazzucchelli who had that evening a double-double by scoring 20 points and 13 rebounds and point guard Felipe Massa (184-2002) supported him with 19 points. Four Platense players scored in double figures. Platense's coach used entire bench in such tough game. Even 30 points and 7 rebounds by Luis Colon did not help to save the game for Argentino. Point guard Santiago Capelli (180-2005) added 13 points for the guests. Platense moved-up to twelfth place. Loser Argentino keeps the sixteenth position with 18 games lost. Platense will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Argentino will play against Boca Jrs (#15) in Buenos Aires and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Platense: M.Santino 20+13reb, M.Felipe 19+4reb+2ast, F.Juan 15+6reb+3ast, N.Lisandro 11+4reb, G.Mariano 7+2reb+1ast, S.Ramiro 2 Argentino: C.Luis 30+7reb+2ast, C.Santiago 13+2reb+3ast, B.Santiago 10+4reb+1ast, G.Augusto 7+8reb, C.Martino 5+2reb, S.Francisco 3+2reb Independ.O. - Instituto 69-77 An interesting game for Instituto (18-3) which played road game in Olivia against 4th ranked Independ.O. (14-8). Second ranked Instituto managed to get a 8-point victory 77-69. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Fausto Moussa (186-2004) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and Dominican Enmanuel Labata who added 12 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Guard Nicolas Marcucci (190-2002) responded with 18 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Tomas Ramallo (178-2001) scored 12 points and 6 assists. Four Instituto and five Independ.O. players scored in double figures. Independ.O.'s coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Instituto have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 18-3 record having 2 victories less than leader Obera. Independ.O. at the other side dropped to the fifth place with eight games lost. Instituto will play against San Lorenzo (#13) in Almagra in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Independ.O. will play at home against Union (#19) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Instituto: M.Fausto 21+2reb+3ast, A.Bruno 13+2reb+4ast, L.Enmanuel 12+5reb+4ast, F.Juan 11+2reb+3ast, P.Kadir 8+3reb+1ast, S.Josue 6+3reb Independ.O.: M.Nicolas 18+6reb+1ast, B.Mateo 14+1reb+2ast, M.Bernan 13+5reb+1ast, T.Ramallo 12+2reb+6ast, S.Amilcar 10+8reb, B.Santiago 2 Atenas - San Lorenzo 62-66 There was a small surprise when fifteenth ranked San Lorenzo (11-14) won against 13th ranked Atenas (11-15) in Cordoba 66-62 on Tuesday. San Lorenzo made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. The winners were led by power forward Ian Cerino (206-2002) who scored that evening 16 points and 9 rebounds and guard Agustin Morales (185-2003) supported him with 19 points. Four San Lorenzo players scored in double figures. Even 10 points and 8 rebounds by point guard Marco Espindola (181-2006) did not help to save the game for Atenas. Guard Matias Stanic (185-2005) added 15 points for the hosts. Atenas' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. San Lorenzo have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to thirteenth place. Loser Atenas dropped to the fourteenth position with 15 games lost. San Lorenzo will meet league's second-placed Instituto in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Atenas will have a break next round. Top scorers: San Lorenzo: M.Agustin 19+3reb+2ast, C.Ian 16+9reb+1ast, L.Lucas 14+7reb+1ast, R.Thiago 12+5reb, N.Valentino 5+1reb+1ast, E.Alan 0+1reb Atenas: S.Matias 15+2reb+2ast, E.Marco 10+8reb+2ast, L.Maximo 9+5reb+2ast, K.Mirko 7+1reb+1ast, T.Tiago 5+5reb+1ast, M.Erick 4+4reb+1ast Riachuelo LR - San Martin 64-58 Not a big story in a game when 20th ranked San Martin (1-19) lost to seventh ranked Riachuelo LR (14-9) in La Rioja 58-64 on Tuesday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. The winners were led by Francisco Dalpino who scored that evening 15 points and Venezuelan forward Keiver Marcano (201-2003) supported him with 6 points and 11 rebounds. Riachuelo LR's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even a double-double of 15 points and 11 rebounds by center Julian Lorca (207-2003) did not help to save the game for San Martin. Augusto DAndrea (188-2002) added 17 points for the guests. Riachuelo LR have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Regatas. San Martin lost fifth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 19 lost games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Riachuelo LR: D.Francisco 15+4reb+3ast, B.Matias 9+2reb, C.Mateo 7+5reb+1ast, F.Fabrizio 6+2reb, F.Valentin 6+3reb+2ast, M.Keiver 6+11reb San Martin: D.Augusto 17+3reb+2ast, L.Julian 15+11reb+1ast, B.Lorenzo 12+9reb, G.Maximo 6+5reb+3ast, F.Blas 3+1reb+1ast, L.Tadeo 3+5reb |
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Santino Mazzucchelli put on an amazing game in the last round for Platense and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 32. He had a double-double of 20 points and 13 rebounds, while his team edged out Argentino (#16, 8-19) 74-71. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Platense is placed at 13th position in Argentinian league. Platense 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 11-13 record. In the team's last game Mazzucchelli had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range. He turned to be Platense's top player in his first season with the team. Santino Mazzucchelli averages this season 16.0ppg and 6.8rpg. Second best performed player last round was Luis Colon of Argentino. He is a in his first season at Argentino. In the last game Colon recorded impressive 30 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists. Bad luck as Argentino was edged by the higher-ranked Platense (#13, 11-13) 74-71. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Argentino keeps 16th position. 19 lost games are too many comparing to just eight victories Argentino managed to get this year. Colon is a newcomer at Argentino and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 22.7ppg (#1). He also registered 6.9 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to another Platense's star - guard Juan Frigerio (170-PG-2003). Frigerio scored 15 points and grabbed six rebounds. He was another key player of Platense, helping his team with a 74-71 win against the lower-ranked Argentino (#16, 8-19). The chances of Platense ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 13 games, recording just eleven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Frigerio could help Platense to bring them higher in the standings. Frigerio has a very solid season. In 21 games in Argentina he scored 13.1ppg. He also has 5.2rpg and FGP: 54.9%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Agustin Morales (185-G-2003) of San Lorenzo - 19 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Rey Abad (210-SG-2002) of Regatas - 15 points and 6 rebounds 6. Fausto Moussa (186-G-2004) of Instituto - 21 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Juan Respaud (190-PG-2005) of Obras - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Francisco Dalpino) of Riachuelo LR - 19 points and 4 rebounds 9. Kelvin Ramirez (204-C/F-2003) of Obera - 13 points and 8 rebounds 10. Maximiliano Acevedo (203-F-2004) of Obera - 12 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Julian Ruiz's triple-double lands him La Liga Argentina Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Guard Julian Ruiz (185-G-1998) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Del Progreso, receiving a Hoops Agents La Liga Argentina Player of the Week award for round 33. The 24-year old player recorded a triple-double of 27 points adding also 14 rebounds and 11 assists, while his team beat H.Americano (#6, 12-8) 86-75. Del Progreso is placed at 13th position in Argentinian La Liga Argentina. Del Progreso is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 8-13 record. Ruiz turned to be Del Progreso's top player in his first season with the team. Julian Ruiz has solid league stats. He is in league's top in assists (6th best: 5.2apg). The second best player in last round's games was another Del Progreso's star - young Facundo Sanz (197-F-1996, agency: BIG). Sanz had a very good evening with a double-double of 20 points and 12 rebounds. Of course Del Progreso cruised to a 86-75 relatively comfortable win over the higher-ranked H.Americano (#6, 12-8). This victory allowed Del Progreso to move up to 13th position in Conferencia Sur. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 8-13 record. Sanz is a newcomer at Del Progreso, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was swingman Manuel Lambrisca (192-G/F-1997) of league's second-best Ciclista. Lambrisca scored 29 points and grabbed five rebounds. He was a key player of Ciclista, leading his team to a 87-73 easy win against #4 ranked Dep Viedma in a game of the week. Ciclista needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in Conferencia Sur. Their record at this point is 18 victories and 7 lost games. Lambrisca has a great season in Argentina. After 25 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 18.4ppg (8th best). He also has 2.3spg and FGP: 60.1%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Gonzalo Guevara (196-F-1998) of Villa S.Martin - 17 points, 18 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Matias Eidintas (186-SG-1995) of Dep Viedma - 24 points and 7 rebounds 6. Alejo Barrales (174-PG-1991) of Racing - 18 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 7. Lucas Gallardo (199-F-2001) of Parque Sur - 24 points and 4 assists 8. Juan Bollo (203-C-1992) of Villa Mitre - 19 points and 9 rebounds 9. Phil Bledsoe (198-F) of Lanus - 29 points and 8 rebounds 10. Jorge Banegas (190-SG-1993) of Lanus - 26 points 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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| Round 12: Heat defeats Singapore S. in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There will be only one (last) round of the Regular Season in ASEAN League. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 12 in the ASEAN League took place in Saigon. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 4th ranked Singapore Singapore S. (8-5) to second ranked Vietnamese Heat (10-3) 71-68 on Wednesday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Singapore S.. Americans were the main players on the court. Worth to mention a great performance of JR Holder (198-1994, college: Jacksonville) who helped to win the game recording 19 points and 4 assists and guard Evan Gilyard II (178-1998, college: UMKC) who added 17 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was swingman Kentrell Barkley (195-1996, college: ECU, agency: Haylett Sports) with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 rebounds. Defending Vietnamese champion keeps a position of league leader, which they share with NS Matrix. Singapore S. at the other side keeps the fourth place with five games lost. Heat is looking forward to face Louvre S. (#7) in Surabaya in the next round where they are favorite. Singapore S. will play on the road against Valientes in Zamboanga City and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Very important is a home loss of third ranked Hong Kong HK Eastern (8-4) against fifth ranked Filipino Valientes (7-6) on Tuesday night. Host HK Eastern was defeated by Valientes in a tough game in Hong Kong 65-71. The winners were led by Puerto Rican-Filipino forward Renaldo Balkman (201-1984, college: S.Carolina) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 27 points and 14 rebounds and Mario Chalmers supported him with 11 points and 4 assists. Even a double-double of 22 points and 14 rebounds by Canadian center Chris McLaughlin (208, college: Victoria) did not help to save the game for HK Eastern. Valientes maintains fifth position with 7-6 record. HK Eastern at the other side keeps the third place with four games lost. Valientes will play against higher ranked Singapore S. (#4) at home in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. HK Eastern will play against Tigers in Bangkok and hopes to get back on the winning track. ASEAN League top team - Malaysian NS Matrix (10-3) managed to deliver another win on Tuesday. This time they beat eighth ranked Thailand Tigers (1-12) 96-86. The best player for the winners was Tevin Glass who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds. NS Matrix's coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Augustus Stone who recorded 26 points and 4 assists. Defending Malaysian champion maintains first position with 10-3 record, which they share with Saigon Heat. Tigers lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Louvre S.. NS Matrix will meet HK Eastern (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Tigers will play against HK Eastern (#3) and hope to win that game. In the last game of round 12 Macau won against Louvre S. on the opponent's court 87-74. HK Eastern - Zamboanga 65-71 Very important is a home loss of third ranked Hong Kong HK Eastern (8-4) against fifth ranked Filipino Valientes (7-6) on Tuesday night. Host HK Eastern was defeated by Valientes in a tough game in Hong Kong 65-71. Valientes forced 22 HK Eastern turnovers. Strangely HK Eastern outrebounded Valientes 52-31 including a 21-9 advantage in offensive rebounds. The winners were led by Puerto Rican-Filipino forward Renaldo Balkman (201-1984, college: S.Carolina) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 27 points and 14 rebounds and American point guard Mario Chalmers (188-1986, college: Kansas) supported him with 11 points and 4 assists. Even a double-double of 22 points and 14 rebounds by Canadian center Chris McLaughlin (208, college: Victoria) did not help to save the game for HK Eastern. Croatian-Australian swingman Dominic Gilbert (198, college: UBC, agency: BIG) added 18 points and 16 rebounds. Valientes maintains fifth position with 7-6 record. HK Eastern at the other side keeps the third place with four games lost. Valientes will play against higher ranked Singapore S. (#4) at home in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. HK Eastern will play against Tigers in Bangkok and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: HK Eastern: C.McLaughlin 22+14reb+1ast, D.Gilbert 18+16reb+3ast, O.Bassett 9+13reb+5ast, O.Xu 8+3reb, S.Chan 3+2reb+4ast, A.Xu 3+2reb Zamboanga: R.Balkman 27+14reb, M.Chalmers 11+4reb+4ast, R.Lingganay 10+4reb+3ast, K.Carino 9+6reb+1ast, J.Arthur 8+2reb+7ast, K.James 6+1reb NS Matrix - Tigers 96-86 ASEAN League top team - Malaysian NS Matrix (10-3) managed to deliver another win on Tuesday. This time they beat eighth ranked Thailand Tigers (1-12) 96-86. They outrebounded Tigers 43-29 including a 32-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was American center Tevin Glass (203-1994, college: ETSU) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds. The other American import guard Isaiah Williams (188-1995, college: Georgia St., agency: BIG) chipped in 23 points and 5 assists. Williams is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. NS Matrix's coach used 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 Augustus Stone (193, college: St.Thomas, FL) who recorded 26 points and 4 assists and guard Kittitep Dasom (179-1996) added 19 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Defending Malaysian champion maintains first position with 10-3 record, which they share with Saigon Heat. Tigers lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Louvre S.. NS Matrix will meet HK Eastern (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Tigers will play against HK Eastern (#3) and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Tigers: A.Stone 26+4reb+4ast, D.Kittitep 19+6reb, W.Vedder 11+8reb+1ast, J.Nouchanthavong 11+3reb+3ast, T.Noppachai 10+3reb+1ast, A.Charansarn 5+1reb+1ast NS Matrix: I.Williams 23+4reb+5ast, Y.Wong 20+7reb, T.Glass 18+13reb+3ast, C.Ting 12+5reb+2ast, T.Kuek 10+3reb+1ast, W.Chong-Han 9+3reb Louvre S. - Macau 74-87 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 7th ranked Indonesian Louvre S.'s (1-12) home loss to sixth ranked Macau Macau (7-7) 74-87 on Wednesday. Strangely Louvre S. outrebounded Macau 55-38 including a 21-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Macau made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was American DeQuan Abrom (188-1996, college: Belm.Abbey) who scored 20 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists. Filipino guard Jenning Leung (183-1995) chipped in 24 points and 5 rebounds. Five Macau players scored in double figures. Macau's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was French center Alioune Tew (204-1992, college: Niagara) who recorded a double-double by scoring 23 points and 23 rebounds and Ebrahim Enguio (185-1988) added 21 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Macau maintains sixth position with 7-7 record. Louvre S. lost eleventh consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Tigers. Macau will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Louvre S. will play against the league's second-placed Heat (#2) in Saigon and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Louvre S.: A.Tew 23+23reb+1ast, E.Enguio 21+5reb+2ast, J.Johnson 12+10reb+2ast, M.Hammonds 7+8reb+2ast, Y.Tuasela 6+3reb+1ast, P.Samuel 5+2ast Macau: J.Leung 24+5reb+2ast, D.Abrom 20+8reb+9ast, W.Chan 12+6reb, C.Pong 11+3reb+3ast, I.Kei Long 10+5reb+3ast, Z.Pucheng 6+2reb+3ast Saigon Heat - Singapore S. 71-68 The most exciting game of round 12 in the ASEAN League took place in Saigon. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 4th ranked Singapore Singapore S. (8-5) to second ranked Vietnamese Heat (10-3) 71-68 on Wednesday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Singapore S.. Americans were the main players on the court. Worth to mention a great performance of JR Holder (198-1994, college: Jacksonville) who helped to win the game recording 19 points and 4 assists and guard Evan Gilyard II (178-1998, college: UMKC) who added 17 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Four Heat players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was swingman Kentrell Barkley (195-1996, college: ECU, agency: Haylett Sports) with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 rebounds and center CJ Gettys (213-1994, college: Rutgers, agency: Haylett Sports) scored 14 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Defending Vietnamese champion keeps a position of league leader, which they share with NS Matrix. Singapore S. at the other side keeps the fourth place with five games lost. Heat is looking forward to face Louvre S. (#7) in Surabaya in the next round where they are favorite. Singapore S. will play on the road against Valientes in Zamboanga City and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Singapore S.: K.Barkley 26+10reb+3ast, C.Gettys 14+9reb+5ast, X.Alexander 11+9reb+5ast, D.Goh 7+2reb+2ast, M.Jun-Hao 5+6reb, K.Lim 4 Saigon Heat: J.Holder 19+4reb+4ast, E.Gilyard II 17+5reb+2ast, J.Combs 10+12reb+1ast, N.Vinh Phuc 10+2reb, K.Dang Tran 9+1reb+1ast, H.Thomas 6+11reb+3ast |
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| NBL Round 1 of Semi-Finals. NZ Breakers and Sydney Kings earn wins - by Eurobasket News |
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NZL Breakers - Tasmania JJ 88-68 NZ. Breakers eased past Tasmania in the opener. New Zealand Breakers made 21-of-25 free shots (84.0 percent) during the game. The former international guard William McDowell-White (196-1998, college: Fresno St.) fired 13 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. American center Derek Pardon (203-1996, college: Northwestern) chipped in 15 points and 9 rebounds. American Milton Doyle (193-1993, college: Loyola, IL) produced 10 points and 4 assists and the other American import Rashard Kelly (203-1995, college: Wichita St.) added 12 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: NZL Breakers: D.Pardon 15+9reb, W.McDowell-White 13+6reb+7ast, B.Brown Jr. 11+1reb, R.Rayan 10+5reb+2ast, T.Abercrombie 8+3reb+1ast, J.Brantley 8+5reb+3ast Tasmania JJ: R.Kelly 12+4reb, M.Doyle 10+2reb+4ast, J.McVeigh 9+3reb+2ast, F.Krslovic 9+4reb, S.Macdonald 6+2reb+2ast, I.White 6+3reb+1ast Sydney - Cairns 95-87 Sydney took a 1-0 lead against Cairns. Kings dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Cairns Taipans' 30. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Xavier Cooks (203-1995, college: Winthrop) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 27 points and 14 rebounds. American guard Derrick Walton Jr (185-1995, college: Michigan) contributed with 21 points and 5 assists for the winners. Kings' coach Chase Buford allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American forward DJ Hogg (203-1996, college: Texas A&M) answered with 24 points and guard Jonah Antonio (196-1997, college: Wake Forest) added 20 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Cairns Taipans. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Sydney: X.Cooks 27+14reb+2ast, D.Walton Jr. 21+4reb+5ast, T.Soares 14+4reb, J.Simon 10+8reb+3ast, K.Noi 8+3reb, G.Jaylin 4+1reb Cairns: D.Hogg 24+1reb+2ast, J.Antonio 20+6reb, S.Scott 13+5reb+7ast, S.Waardenburg 11+7reb+1ast, B.Kuol 8+4reb+3ast, M.Deng 6+4reb+2ast |
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| Poladkhanli's double-double lands him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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24-year old power forward Ender Poladkhanli (199-F/C-1998) had a great game in the last round for second-ranked Serhedci and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 19. He had a double-double of 41 points and 13 rebounds, while his team crushed Olimpic Sheki (#8, 2-15) with 23-point margin 106-83. Serhedci maintains the 2nd position in Azerbaijani league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Serhedci will need more victories to improve their 12-5 record. In the team's last game Poladkhanli had a remarkable eight three-pointers out of 10 attempts. He turned to be Serhedci's top player in his first season with the team. Poladkhanli has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (5th best: 21.3ppg), assists (8th best: 4.5apg) and averages solid 61.5% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Michael Diggins (207-F/C-1998). He is American forward in his first season at Serhedci. In the last game Diggins recorded impressive double-double of 32 points and 13 rebounds. Of course together with Poladkhanli he helped Serhedci with another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Olimpic Sheki (#8, 2-15) 106-83. Serhedci's second position in the standings has not changed. His team's 12-5 record is not bad at all. Diggins is a newcomer at Serhedci and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to forward Jayson Brower (196-F-1996) of Olimpic Sheki (#8). Brower showcased his all-around game by recording 23 points, eight rebounds and five assists in the last round. Despite Brower's great performance Olimpic Sheki lost 83-106 to the higher-ranked Serhedci (#2, 12-5). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Olimpic Sheki can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have extremely bad season and 2-15 record places them at the very bottom of the standings. Brower has a very solid season. In 17 games in Azerbaijan he scored 18.9ppg. He also has 8.1rpg, 3.9apg and FGP: 50.7%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Collin Turner (185-G-1995) of Gence - 16 points, 4 rebounds and 10 assists 5. Andrew Corum (201-F/C-1997) of Xirdalan - 21 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Davante Cooper (208-F/C-1994) of Olimpic Sheki - 17 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Jordan Madrid-Andrews (201-F-1994) of Gence - 24 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Amil Hamzayev (204-F/C-1990) of Gence - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists 9. Mohsen Moradxani (213-C-1990) of Neftci - 15 points, 16 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Larry Robinson III (182-PG-1999) of Olimpic Sheki - 27 points, 5 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)
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| Jordan Davis (ex Murcia) agreed terms with Hamburg - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu | ||||
Davis has been also a member of Azerbaijani international program for some years. He has regularly played for Azerbaijani senior team since 2022 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2017. Davis represented Azerbaijan at the FIBA European Championship for Small Countries in Ta' Qali (Malta) last year. Davis' team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 3 games: Score-5 (19.0ppg), 4.7rpg, 4.0apg, Steals-4 (2.0spg), FGP: 42.1%, 3PT: 30.8%, FT: 52.0%. He has played also professionally in Israel (Hapoel Tel Aviv) and Germany (Rasta Vechta). Davis won Regional championship title in 2014 and 2015. Among many awards he received All-Big Sky Conf. Player of the Year award back in 2019. He graduated from University of Northern Colorado in 2019 and it is his fourth season in pro basketball. |
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| Niels De Ridder claims Belgian Top Division I weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 21-year old power forward had a double-double of 23 points and eleven rebounds, while his team outclassed Giants B (#3, 7-7) with 46-point margin 104-58. It allowed Kortrijk to consolidate first place in the Belgian Top Division I. Kortrijk have a solid 12-2 record. In the team's last game De Ridder had a remarkable 76.9% from 2-point range. He turned to be Kortrijk's top player in his first season with the team. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young French Anthony Chada (196-SF-1989) of Kontich. Chada impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 36 points and 16 rebounds. Bad luck as Kontich was edged by Spirou B (1-13) 94-93. The Second Stage is still at the very beginning and this lost game may not be such crucial, of course if they start win the games. Let's wait for the next round. Chada is a newcomer at Kontich 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 18.4ppg (#4). His other stats are also decent: 9.9rpg and 3.5apg. The third best performed player last round was Maxime Bilolo (202-C-2004) of Group B top-ranked Guco Lier. Bilolo scored 19 points and grabbed seventeen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Guco Lier, leading his team to a 93-79 easy win against #4 ranked Ieper in a game of the week. Guco Lier confirms their top position in Group B. Their record at this point is 11 victories and 3 lost games. Bilolo has a very solid season. In 14 games in Belgium he scored 9.8ppg. He also has 6.9rpg and FGP: 59.5%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Craig Adzeh (206-C/F-2003) of Spirou B - 29 points and 8 rebounds 5. Nikolas Tomsick (183-G-1991) of Kortrijk - 27 points, 2 rebounds and 6 assists 6. Toon Wesenbeek (200-C-1997) of Lommel - 16 points, 14 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Fall El Hadji (210-C-1992) of Ieper - 17 points and 10 rebounds 8. Jo Van Buggenhout (180-G-2003) of Guco Lier - 22 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists 9. Mathis Bizimana (199-C) of Neufchateau - 15 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Cedric Blanchart (196-C-1998) of Oxaco - 20 points, 8 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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| Borac Banja Luka win Kupa Srpske 2023 - by Eurobasket News |
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Borac Banja Luka - Buducnost Bijeljina 71:65 Borac Banja Luka have won the Kupa Srpske 2023 in Bosnian Banja Luka. In the Final game they edged Buducnost Bijeljina 71:65. Nikola Tanaskovic (204-F-1997, agency: BeoBasket) top-scored for the winners with 15 points and Dzeron Martin netted 14. Aleksandar Langovic (205-F-2001, agency: BeoBasket) followed them with 13 points in a win. Milivoje Bozovic (210-F/C-1985) replied with 21 points in the losing effort. Dinko Peljto (186-PG-1987) had 11, whilst Luka Jovanovic (194-G-1996) added 10. |
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| Cruzeiro lands Derick Machado - by Paulo Freire |
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Cruzeiro-Esporte-Clube-Basquete (CBB) tabbed 26-year old Brazilian 198cm small forward Derick Machado for new season. Machado played recently at CD Universidad de Concepcion in Chilean LNB league. In four games he averaged just 2.5ppg and 3.0rpg last season. The last summer he was tested by Atomico (Libobasquet) in Bolivian league. He has played previously professionally also in Brazil (Mackenzie, Olympico Club and Pato) and Chile (Tinguiririca). |
| NBB Round 23: Vivo/Franca edge UNIFACISA by three points - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Eleventh-ranked UNIFACISA (10-13) made lots of trouble for leader Vivo/Franca (23-0) in Paraiba on Sunday. The visitors from Sao Paulo managed to secure only three-point victory 83-80. However their fans expected much easier game. 25 personal fouls committed by UNIFACISA helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was the former international point guard Georginho de Paula (197-1996) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists. American guard David Jackson (190-1982, college: Penn St.) chipped in 16 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. The former international center Guilherme Hubner (209-1987) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds for the hosts. Undefeated Vivo/Franca have an impressive series of twenty three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 23-0 record. UNIFACISA lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 13 games lost. Vivo/Franca are looking forward to face Paschoalotto/Bauru (#7) at home in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. UNIFACISA will have a break next round. Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Sao Paulo: Vivo/Franca (#1) and Corinthians (#5). Vivo/Franca (23-0) won against visiting Corinthians (13-9) 103-92. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Corinthians. International center Lucas Silva (208-1995) orchestrated the victory by scoring 21 points and 9 rebounds. Georginho de Paula contributed with 15 points, 7 assists and 6 steals for the winners. American guard Davaunta Thomas (196-1995, college: UAFS) answered with 23 points for Corinthians. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the twenty third consecutive win for Vivo/Franca. They maintain first place with 23-0 record. Corinthians at the other side dropped to the sixth position with nine games lost. They share it with Bauru. Vivo/Franca will play against Paschoalotto/Bauru (#7) at home in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Corinthians will play against Pato and hopes to get back on the winning track. Another exciting game was again a derby between two local teams from Sao Paulo: Paulistano (#5) and Pinheiros (#8). Pinheiros was defeated at home 67-74 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. It was a great evening for Gui Abreu who led his team to a victory scoring 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Dikembe Andre responded with 14 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Paulistano maintains fifth place with 15-9 record. Pinheiros lost their third game in a row. They keep the eighth position with ten games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Other games of round 23 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: UniFacisa was defeated by Paulistano in Sao Paulo 85-68. Caxias do Sul beat Minas at home 80-63. Paulistano lost to Bauru on the opponent's court 70-80. U.Corinthians unfortunately lost to Minas in a home game 78-82. Bauru recorded a loss to Flamengo on the road 54-66. UniFacisa defeated Rio Claro on its own court 84-78. Sesi Franca smashed Fortaleza in Sao Paulo 102-65. Caxias do Sul won against Sao Jose at home 79-76. The best stats of 23th round was 22 points and 10 rebounds by Renato Carbonari of Sao Jose. Paulistano - UniFacisa 85-68 There was no surprise in Sao Paulo where 11th ranked UNIFACISA (10-13) was defeated by fifth ranked Paulistano (15-9) 85-68 on Thursday. Paulistano dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to UNIFACISA's 30. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a great evening for American point guard Nate Barnes (182-1990, college: ABU) who led his team to a victory scoring 24 points. Forward Lucas Doria (203, college: St.Edward's) helped adding 10 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Paulistano's coach Demetrius Ferraciu used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Guard Caue Freitas (192-1988) responded with 10 points and 7 rebounds and Panamanian-American point guard Trevor Gaskins (188-1989, college: Louisiana Tech, agency: Pro Sports) scored 10 points and 6 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Paulistano maintains fifth place with 15-9 record. UNIFACISA lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the eleventh position with 13 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Paulistano: N.Barnes 24+1reb+2ast, B.Anderson 15+3reb, G.Abreu 12+6reb+5ast, L.Doria 10+8reb+5ast, B.Adyel 7+2reb+2ast, A.Doria 7+11reb+1ast UniFacisa: A.Ferreira 13+1reb, S.Vega 10+4reb+2ast, C.Freitas 10+7reb+3ast, T.Gaskins 10+2reb+6ast, J.Oliveira 8+2reb+1ast, G.Santo 6+3reb Sesi Franca - Corinthians 103-92 Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Sao Paulo: Vivo/Franca (#1) and Corinthians (#5). Vivo/Franca (23-0) won against visiting Corinthians (13-9) 103-92. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Corinthians. Vivo/Franca made 18-of-23 charity shots (78.3 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. International center Lucas Silva (208-1995) orchestrated the victory by scoring 21 points and 9 rebounds. The former international point guard Georginho de Paula (197-1996) contributed with 15 points, 7 assists and 6 steals for the winners. American guard Davaunta Thomas (196-1995, college: UAFS) answered with 23 points and American-Filipino Zach Graham (198-1989, college: Ole Miss, agency: Pro Sports) added 15 points in the effort for Corinthians. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the twenty third consecutive win for Vivo/Franca. They maintain first place with 23-0 record. Corinthians at the other side dropped to the sixth position with nine games lost. They share it with Bauru. Vivo/Franca will play against Paschoalotto/Bauru (#7) at home in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Corinthians will play against Pato and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Sesi Franca: L.Silva 21+9reb+1ast, L.Mariano 19+3reb+2ast, G.de Paula 15+2reb+7ast, D.Jackson 15+3reb+5ast, M.Smith 11+3reb+5ast, S.Marcio 10+3reb Corinthians: D.Thomas 23+4reb, Z.Graham 15+3reb+1ast, L.Rojas 13+3reb, M.Tavares 12+5reb, I.Goncalves 10+4reb+4ast, L.Gabriel 9+1reb+5ast Caxias do Sul - Minas 80-63 There was a surprise result when eleventh ranked Caxias do Sul (10-12) defeated at home 4th placed Minas (15-6) 80-63 on Friday. It was a great evening for Argentinian point guard Stefano Pierotti (185-1998) who led his team to a victory scoring 17 points and 5 assists. Naturalized French Pedro Mendonca (196-1995) helped adding 13 points and 7 rebounds. Wesley Ferreira (200-1995) responded with 13 points and 8 rebounds and guard Felipe Vezaro (192-1992, college: TAMIU) scored 10 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Caxias do Sul moved-up to tenth place. Loser Minas keeps the fourth position with six games lost. Caxias do Sul will meet at home league's second-placed Flamengo in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Minas will play against Brasilia and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Caxias do Sul: S.Pierotti 17+4reb+5ast, A.Bernardi 17+4reb+1ast, P.Mendonca 13+7reb+3ast, D.Conceicao 12+3reb+2ast, H.Silva 7+7reb+5ast, T.Mathias 7+9reb+1ast Minas: W.Ferreira 13+8reb, E.Ewing 10+6reb, F.Vezaro 10+5reb+2ast, I.Hamilton 8+2reb+1ast, L.Faggiano 8+4reb+2ast, A.Borges 7+3reb+4ast Bauru - Paulistano 80-70 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 5th ranked Paulistano (15-9) was defeated on the road by sixth ranked Paschoalotto/Bauru (13-9) 80-70 on Saturday. It was a great evening for the former international guard Alex Garcia (190-1980, agency: Interperformances) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 8 rebounds. American point guard Dontrell Brite (175-1994, college: Mount Olive) helped adding 18 points. Four Paschoalotto/Bauru players scored in double figures. Point guard Adyel Borges (188-2002) responded with 17 points and Gui Abreu (199-1999) scored 17 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Paschoalotto/Bauru. Defending champion maintains sixth place with 13-9 record, which they share with Corinthians. Loser Paulistano keeps the fifth position with nine games lost. Paschoalotto/Bauru will meet league's leader Vivo/Franca in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Paulistano will have a break next round. Top scorers: Bauru: D.Brite 18+1reb+1ast, A.Garcia 18+8reb+2ast, J.Machuca 14+4ast, D.Fuzaro 10+4reb+3ast, G.Barbosa 8+8reb+3ast, E.Holt 8+3reb Paulistano: G.Abreu 17+2reb+1ast, B.Adyel 17+3reb+2ast, B.Anderson 10+7reb, S.Matheus 9+1reb+2ast, V.Camilo 7+4reb+1ast, K.Crescenzi 4+5reb U.Corinthians - Minas 78-82 Very predictable result in Santa Cruz do Sul where fourth ranked Minas (15-6) beat 14th ranked U.Corinthians (5-15) 82-78 on Sunday. Minas shot 24 for 34 from the free-throw line, while U.Corinthians only scored six points from the stripe. They outrebounded U.Corinthians 41-30 including 33 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for forward Alexandre Paranhos (204-1992) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds. The former international point guard Alexey Borges (185-1995) helped adding 17 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Italian-Argentinian forward Federico Aguerre (203-1988) responded with 20 points and 7 rebounds and American MikeL Simms (196-1997, college: VCU) scored 17 points and 5 rebounds. Five Minas and four U.Corinthians players scored in double figures. Minas maintains fourth place with 15-6 record. Loser U.Corinthians keeps the fourteenth position with 15 games lost. Minas will meet at home Brasilia (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. U.Corinthians will play against the league's second-placed Flamengo and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Minas: A.Paranhos 20+11reb+1ast, A.Borges 17+8reb+5ast, F.Vezaro 14+4reb, W.Ferreira 13+10reb+2ast, I.Hamilton 12+3reb+6ast, L.Faggiano 4+2reb+1ast U.Corinthians: F.Aguerre 20+7reb+1ast, M.Simms 17+5reb+2ast, R.Rafael 13+3reb, A.Leao 13+3reb+3ast, V.Lersch 7+2reb+3ast, V.Pastor 4+2reb+1ast UniFacisa - Sesi Franca 80-83 Eleventh-ranked UNIFACISA (10-13) made lots of trouble for leader Vivo/Franca (23-0) in Paraiba on Sunday. The visitors from Sao Paulo managed to secure only three-point victory 83-80. However their fans expected much easier game. 25 personal fouls committed by UNIFACISA helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was the former international point guard Georginho de Paula (197-1996) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists. American guard David Jackson (190-1982, college: Penn St.) chipped in 16 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. The former international center Guilherme Hubner (209-1987) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds and the former international Antonio Ferreira (200-1994) added 19 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Five Vivo/Franca and four UNIFACISA players scored in double figures. Vivo/Franca have an impressive series of twenty three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 23-0 record. UNIFACISA lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 13 games lost. Vivo/Franca are looking forward to face Paschoalotto/Bauru (#7) at home in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. UNIFACISA will have a break next round. Top scorers: Sesi Franca: G.de Paula 19+14reb+6ast, L.Mariano 18+3reb+2ast, D.Jackson 16+6reb+5ast, J.dos Santos 12+4reb, S.Scala 11+7reb+4ast, M.Smith 5+3reb UniFacisa: A.Ferreira 19+5reb+1ast, T.Gaskins 17+4reb+1ast, G.Hubner 16+13reb+1ast, A.Bresolin 11+6reb+7ast, G.Santo 8+6reb+1ast, C.Freitas 7+3reb+2ast Flamengo - Bauru 66-54 Not a big story in a game in Rio de Janeiro where 6th ranked Paschoalotto/Bauru (13-9) was defeated by second ranked Flamengo (20-2) 66-54 on Monday. The game was mostly controlled by Flamengo. Paschoalotto/Bauru managed to win fourth quarter 12-9. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Flamengo dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Paschoalotto/Bauru's 14. They outrebounded Paschoalotto/Bauru 33-20 including a 28-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for the former international center Rafael Hettsheimeir (210-1986) who led his team to a victory scoring 23 points. The former international forward Olivinha Rodriguez (202-1983) helped adding 14 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Argentinian point guard Jonatan Machuca (186-1989) responded with 19 points and the former international guard Alex Garcia (190-1980, agency: Interperformances) scored 11 points. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Flamengo. They maintain second place with 20-2 record having four points less than leader Sesi Franca. Defending champion Paschoalotto/Bauru keeps the sixth position with nine games lost. They share it with Corinthians. Flamengo will meet U.Corinthians (#14) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Paschoalotto/Bauru will play against the league's leader Vivo/Franca (#1) in Sao Paulo and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Flamengo: R.Hettsheimeir 23+4reb, O.Rodriguez 14+6reb+4ast, G.Galvanini 11+4reb+2ast, R.Fischer 9+1reb+2ast, G.Pereira 5+1ast, N.Aguirre 2 Bauru: J.Machuca 19+1reb+3ast, A.Garcia 11+1reb+2ast, D.Fuzaro 10+3reb+1ast, E.Holt 5+3reb, R.Anderson 3+1reb, D.Brite 3+2reb+5ast UniFacisa - Rio Claro 84-78 Everything went according to plan in Paraiba where eleventh ranked UNIFACISA (10-13) won against bottom-ranked Rio Claro (4-18) 84-78 on Tuesday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. UNIFACISA outrebounded Rio Claro 38-26 including 24 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for the former international Antonio Ferreira (200-1994) who led his team to a victory scoring 21 points and 8 rebounds. The former international Jimmy Oliveira (190-1990) helped adding 19 points and 7 rebounds. Four UNIFACISA players scored in double figures. Power forward Luiz Paulo Dos Santos (210-1989, college: Slippery Rock) responded with 23 points and point guard Lucas Lacerda (180-1997) scored 15 points and 4 assists. Rio Claro's coach Fernando Penna rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. UNIFACISA maintains eleventh place with 10-13 record. Loser Rio Claro dropped to the bottom position with 18 games lost. They share it with Cerrado. UNIFACISA will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Rio Claro will play against Fortaleza (#15) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: UniFacisa: A.Ferreira 21+8reb, J.Oliveira 19+7reb+2ast, T.Gaskins 16+2reb+1ast, G.Santo 15+6reb, C.Freitas 5+1reb+4ast, A.Bresolin 5+4reb+5ast Rio Claro: L.Paulo Dos Santos 23+4reb+2ast, L.Lacerda 15+2reb+4ast, K.Dawkins 12+1reb+5ast, W.Alves 8+8reb+2ast, W.Sena 8+2reb, C.Bueno 5+3reb+3ast Pinheiros - Paulistano 67-74 Another exciting game was again a derby between two local teams from Sao Paulo: Paulistano (#5) and Pinheiros (#8). Pinheiros was defeated at home 67-74 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Paulistano dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Pinheiros' 26. Paulistano forced 23 Pinheiros turnovers. It was a great evening for Gui Abreu (199-1999) who led his team to a victory scoring 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Victor Camilo (203-1997) helped adding 8 points and 10 rebounds. The former international center Dikembe Andre (206-1999) responded with 14 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Jonas Buffat (191-2000) scored 14 points and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Paulistano maintains fifth place with 15-9 record. Pinheiros lost their third game in a row. They keep the eighth position with ten games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Paulistano: G.Abreu 17+6reb+4ast, N.Barnes 13+2ast, B.Adyel 10+2reb+2ast, A.Doria 10+2reb, V.Camilo 8+10reb+1ast, L.Doria 6+6reb Pinheiros: B.Jonas 14+4reb+4ast, D.Andre 14+9reb+5ast, R.Munford 11+7reb+1ast, F.Ruivo 11+1reb+5ast, D.Penteado 5+6reb+1ast, F.Tiago 5 Fortaleza - Sesi Franca 65-102 There was no surprise when 15th ranked Fortaleza (5-18) was crushed at home by leader Vivo/Franca (23-0) 102-65 on Tuesday. Vivo/Franca dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Fortaleza's 28. They outrebounded Fortaleza 38-27 including a 30-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. Vivo/Franca looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a great evening for the former international power forward Lucas Mariano (208-1993) who led his team to a victory scoring 28 points and 9 rebounds (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field). American guard Michael Smith (193-1995, college: CBU) helped adding 22 points and 5 rebounds. Four Vivo/Franca players scored in double figures. Argentinian Patricio Pinero (195-1995) responded with 15 points and 5 rebounds and point guard Matheusinho Brito (184-2000) scored 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. The victory was the twenty third consecutive win for Vivo/Franca. They maintain first place with 23-0 record. Fortaleza lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the fifteenth position with 18 games lost. Vivo/Franca will meet at home Paschoalotto/Bauru (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Fortaleza will play against Rio Claro (#17) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Sesi Franca: L.Mariano 28+9reb+3ast, M.Smith 22+5reb+3ast, S.Marcio 18+6reb, G.de Paula 13+6reb+8ast, D.Jackson 7+3reb+6ast, S.Scala 7+2reb+3ast Fortaleza: P.Pinero 15+5reb+2ast, M.Brito 11+3reb+2ast, C.Williams 10+1reb+1ast, T.Dias 7+2reb, D.Rossetto 5+4ast, S.Da Silva 4+7reb Caxias do Sul - Sao Jose 79-76 There was a small surprise when eleventh ranked Caxias do Sul (10-12) edged at home 9th ranked Sao Jose (11-13) 79-76 on Tuesday. It was a great evening for center Thiago Mathias (208-1989, college: N.Mexico JC) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds. The former international guard Deryk Ramos (185-1994) helped adding 14 points and 4 assists. Power forward Renato Carbonari (202-1987) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) and Argentinian point guard Diego Figueredo (185-1991, agency: BIG) scored 13 points and 8 assists. Five Caxias do Sul and four Sao Jose players scored in double figures. Sao Jose's coach Sebastian Luis Figueredo tried various players' combinations and tested in total twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Caxias do Sul moved-up to tenth place. Loser Sao Jose keeps the ninth position with 13 games lost. Caxias do Sul will meet at home league's second-placed Flamengo in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sao Jose will play against U.Corinthians (#14) in Santa Cruz do Sul and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Caxias do Sul: D.Ramos 14+2reb+4ast, T.Mathias 13+10reb, P.Mendonca 12+1reb+2ast, A.Bernardi 12+5reb+2ast, D.Conceicao 11+4reb, H.Silva 11+3reb+1ast Sao Jose: R.Carbonari 22+10reb, D.Figueredo 13+4reb+8ast, D.Sousa 10+1reb+1ast, E.Carvalho 10+1reb+2ast, W.Green 8+4reb+1ast, P.Pedro 7 |
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The 29-year old had the game-high 28 points adding nine rebounds and three assists for Sesi Franca in his team's victory, helping them to outclass Fortaleza (#15, 5-18) with 37-point margin 102-65. It allowed Sesi Franca to consolidate first place in the Brazilian NBB. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is already in a full swing and Sesi Franca still have not lost a single game, getting all 23 victories. In the team's last game Mariano had a remarkable six three-pointers out of 7 attempts. It's his second year at Sesi Franca and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Mariano has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (3rd best: 18.0ppg) and averages solid 59.4% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was another Sesi Franca's star - young international point guard Georginho de Paula (197-PG-1996). de Paula impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 19 points and 14 rebounds. It was enough for Sesi Franca to edge the lower-ranked UniFacisa (#11, 10-13) by 3 points 83-80. Of course Sesi Franca still keep the league's top spot. He plays for the best team in the league and Sesi Franca managed to win all 23 games keeping a perfect record. de Paula is well-known by Sesi Franca fans and together with Lucas Mariano they both established positions among team's most reliable players. The third best performed player last round was Alexandre Paranhos (204-F-1992) of Minas (#4). Paranhos scored 20 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Minas, leading his team to a 82-78 win against the lower-ranked U.Corinthians (#14, 5-15). Minas needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 15 victories and 6 lost games. Paranhos has a very solid season. In 20 games in Brazil he scored 8.1ppg. He also has 5.3rpg and FGP: 59.2%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Antonio Ferreira (200-SF-1994) of UniFacisa - 21 points and 8 rebounds 5. Renato Carbonari (202-F/C-1987) of Sao Jose - 22 points and 10 rebounds 6. Alex Garcia (190-G-1980) of Bauru - 18 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Nate Barnes (182-PG-1990) of Paulistano - 24 points and 2 assists 8. Lucas Silva (208-C-1995) of Sesi Franca - 21 points and 9 rebounds 9. Jimmy Oliveira (190-SG-1990) of UniFacisa - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Rafael Hettsheimeir (210-C-1986) of Flamengo - 23 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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The 25-year old player had a double-double of 30 points and 10 rebounds, while his team beat Puerto Montt (#12, 3-7) 83-68. Puente Alto is placed at 4th position in Chilean LNB. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Puente Alto will need more victories to improve their 6-3 record. In the team's last game Letcher-Ellis had a remarkable 70.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be Puente Alto's top player in his first season with the team. Former The University of Nevada star has very solid stats this year. Letcher-Ellis is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 12.0rpg) and averages impressive 3.2bpg and 60.0% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young American Chris Perry (203-F-1994) of Quilicura. Perry had a very good evening with a double-double of 21 points and 21 rebounds. It was enough for Quilicura to edge slightly lower-ranked Puerto Varas (#8, 5-5) 96-90. This victory allowed Quilicura to move up to 7th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 5-4 record is not bad and everything may still change. Perry is a newcomer at Quilicura, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was American center Justin Satchell (203-C-1995) of Las Animas (#10). Satchell got into 30-points club by scoring 31 points in the last round. He went also for ten rebounds . Despite Satchell's great performance Las Animas lost 83-105 to the league's current leader Concepcion (#3, 6-0). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Las Animas ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 5 games, recording just four victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Satchell could help Las Animas to bring them higher in the standings. Satchell has a great season in Chile. After only 5 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 25.0ppg (3rd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Adriano Barreras (186-G-1989) of Quilicura - 28 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists 5. Cristian Amicucci (200-F/C-1985) of Las Animas - 27 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Eugenio Luzcando (190-PG-1995) of Concepcion - 21 points and 5 rebounds 7. Dennis McKinney (193-F-1998) of Puente Alto - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists 8. Martin Chervo (200-F-1992) of Puerto Montt - 23 points, 14 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Shannon Fowler (203-F/C) of Quilicura - 16 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Sebastian Carrasco (180-PG-2000) of Concepcion - 19 points, 2 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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He had a double-double of 36 points and 13 rebounds, while his team beat Dinamo (#7, 8-12) 87-77. Dubrava maintains the 6th position in Croatian league. Dubrava is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 11-9 record. In the team's last game Hollingsworth had a remarkable 53.8% from 2-point range and got four three-pointers out of 6 attempts. He turned to be Dubrava's top player in his first season with the team. Western Kentucky University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Hollingsworth is league's best scorer averaging so far 19.2ppg. Hollingsworth is in league's top in rebounds (9th best: 6.7rpg) and averages solid 2.2spg,55.6% FGP and 41.5% from behind 3-point line. Second best performed player last round was Renato Serdarusic (196-F-2001) of league's second-best Cedevita Jr.. He is a forward in his second season at Cedevita Jr.. In the last game Serdarusic recorded impressive 23 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course he led Cedevita Jr. to another comfortable win 101-86 over the lower-ranked Gorica (#12, 3-16) being unquestionably team leader. Cedevita Jr.'s second position in the standings has not changed. His team lost just four games this season, while they won 16 matches. Serdarusic is well-known at Cedevita Jr. and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders. Third place about best performers goes to forward Lewis Sullivan (201-F-1995, agency: BIG) of Split (#4). Sullivan scored 24 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Split, leading his team to a 91-67 easy win against the lower-ranked Alkar (#8, 6-14). Split needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 15 victories and 4 lost games. Sullivan has a very solid season. In 16 games in Croatia he scored 12.9ppg. He also has 6.7rpg and FGP: 64.8%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Krunoslav Simon (197-SF-1985) of Cedevita Jr. - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Derryck Thornton (190-G-1997) of Skrljevo - 21 points, 2 rebounds and 9 assists 6. Mate Kalajzic (189-SG-1998) of Split - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Ivan Perasovic (200-SF-2002) of Cibona - 20 points and 3 rebounds 8. Luka Barisic (208-F-1998) of Skrljevo - 17 points and 10 rebounds 9. Jakov Mustapic (192-G-1994) of Cedevita Jr. - 18 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Kenan Karahodzic (209-C/F-1996) of Dubrava - 11 points, 7 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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There were just three rounds played in Second Stage of NBL and we can clearly see which teams will fight for top positions and which will try to avoid bottom places. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Eighth defeat of league's leader Nymburk (17-8) against Decin (16-9) 70-68 was the most important game of the last round. Decin made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. It was a good game for American point guard AJ Walton (184-1990, college: Baylor) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 8 rebounds and 11 assists. Forward Matej Svoboda (200-1996, college: Dayton) contributed with 20 points for the winners. American swingman Eric Lockett (196-1995, college: NC State) answered with 13 points for Nymburk. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Nymburk will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest. Decin will try to continue on its current victory against NH Ostrava on the road. Brno smashed NH Ostrava at home 91-55. It was a great evening for forward Jakub Necas (198-2004) who led his team to a victory scoring 15 points and 4 assists. Simon Pursl helped adding 16 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). The best for the losing side was Bosnian Aleksandar Radukic (205-1991, agency: 011 Sports) with a double-double by scoring 11 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. NH Ostrava will play next round against strong Decin trying to get back on the winning streak. Brno will try to continue on its current victory against Kolin on the road. Very important is a road loss of Usti n/Labem (15-9) against Pardubice (14-9) on Wednesday night. Visiting Usti n/Labem was defeated by Pardubice in Pardubice 90-74. It was an exceptional evening for Robert Rikic who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Tony Hicks came up with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for Usti n/Labem in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Pardubice will meet Opava (#6) on the road in the next round. Usti n/Labem will have a break next round. There were no big surprises in other games of round 3: Kolin was beaten by Opava on the road 92-80. Olomoucko was destroyed by USK Praha on its own court 77-96. Bottom-ranked Hradec Kralove was outscored by Slavia in Praha 102-76. The most impressive performance of 3rd round was 22 points by Trevor John of Slavia. Pardubice - Usti n/Labem 90-74 Very important is a road loss of Usti n/Labem (15-9) against Pardubice (14-9) on Wednesday night. Visiting Usti n/Labem was defeated by Pardubice in Pardubice 90-74. Pardubice dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Usti n/Labem's 36. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Pardubice made 7 blocks. It was an exceptional evening for Croatian-Bosnian center Robert Rikic (219-1990, agency: AltusBasket) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). The former international swingman Petr Safarcik (193-1994) accounted for 16 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side. American guard Tony Hicks (186-1994, college: Louisville, agency: Mansfield and Associates) came up with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and the other American import guard Maishe Dailey (201-1998, college: Akron, agency: Mansfield and Associates) added 18 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Usti n/Labem in the defeat. Five Pardubice and four Usti n/Labem players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Pardubice will meet Opava (#6) on the road in the next round. Usti n/Labem will have a break next round. Top scorers: Pardubice: R.Rikic 17+11reb+1ast, N.Neal 16+2reb+4ast, P.Safarcik 16+5reb+3ast, T.Vyoral 13+3reb+4ast, D.Pekarek 11+5reb+1ast, K.Svrdlik 7+3reb+1ast Usti n/Labem: T.Hicks 18+6reb+5ast, M.Dailey 18+7reb+1ast, K.Martin 13+2reb+1ast, S.Svejcar 11+1reb+2ast, L.Pecka 6+7reb+1ast, D.Johnson 5+5reb+1ast Opava - Kolin 92-80 There was a small surprise when Opava (13-12) beat at home Kolin (12-11) 92-80 on Wednesday. Opava made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. Opava had a 32-21 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for Jakub Slavik (199-1999) who led the winners and scored 23 points and 7 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Slovakian power forward Jakub Mokran (200-1999) accounted for 20 points and 10 rebounds for the winning side. Four Opava players scored in double figures. Point guard Adam Ciz (192-1991) came up with 26 points and 4 assists and Slovakian forward Jakub Petras (209-1994, college: Stony Brook, agency: Octagon Europe) added 13 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Kolin in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Opava will meet at home Pardubice (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kolin will play against Brno and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Opava: J.Slavik 23+7reb+2ast, J.Mokran 20+10reb+2ast, J.Sirina 14+5reb+6ast, F.Zbranek 11+3reb, M.Kvapil 9+2reb, D.Carl 6+4reb Kolin: A.Ciz 26+3reb+4ast, J.Petras 13+12reb+4ast, M.Mares 9+3reb+1ast, O.Siska 9+1reb+4ast, P.Losonsky 8+5reb+1ast, N.Filip 6+4reb Brno - NH Ostrava 91-55 Brno smashed NH Ostrava at home 91-55. Brno held NH Ostrava to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 55.9 percent accuracy of the winners. Brno had a 35-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 28 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by NH Ostrava's players. NH Ostrava was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a great evening for forward Jakub Necas (198-2004) who led his team to a victory scoring 15 points and 4 assists. The former international center Simon Pursl (205-1997, agency: Octagon Europe) helped adding 16 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Four Brno players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Bosnian Aleksandar Radukic (205-1991, agency: 011 Sports) with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds and American forward Sukhmail Mathon (208-1998, college: Boston U.) scored 5 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. NH Ostrava will play next round against strong Decin trying to get back on the winning streak. Brno will try to continue on its current victory against Kolin on the road. Top scorers: Brno: S.Pursl 16+4reb+2ast, N.Jakub 15+4reb+4ast, S.Simon 13+1reb, K.Petr 12+3reb+3ast, V.Pulpan 10+5reb+6ast, B.Richard 10+3reb+5ast NH Ostrava: A.Radukic 11+10reb, M.Morgan 10+2reb, O.Belikov 7+6reb, S.Mathon 5+8reb+1ast, S.Svoboda 5, P.Bohacik 4+5reb+2ast Decin - Nymburk 70-68 Eighth defeat of league's leader Nymburk (17-8) against Decin (16-9) 70-68 was the most important game of the last round. Decin made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. It was a good game for American point guard AJ Walton (184-1990, college: Baylor) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 8 rebounds and 11 assists. Forward Matej Svoboda (200-1996, college: Dayton) contributed with 20 points for the winners. American swingman Eric Lockett (196-1995, college: NC State) answered with 13 points and the other American import center Nate Watson (208-1998, college: Providence) added 14 points in the effort for Nymburk. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Nymburk will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest. Decin will try to continue on its current victory against NH Ostrava on the road. Top scorers: Decin: M.Svoboda 20+4reb, A.Walton 15+8reb+11ast, T.Nichols 11+4reb+1ast, J.Bruner 9+6reb, I.Josipovic 6+4reb, F.Kroutil 3+3reb+1ast Nymburk: N.Watson 14+4reb, E.Lockett 13+3reb+2ast, L.Palyza 10+5reb, M.Kriz 9+6reb+2ast, J.Boeheim 5+4reb+1ast, P.Benda 4+1reb+1ast Olomoucko - USK Praha 77-96 Rather expected game when Olomoucko (5-20) was smashed by USK Praha (13-12) in Prostejov 96-77 on Wednesday. USK Praha dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Olomoucko's 28. USK Praha had a 31-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was an exceptional evening for American guard PJ Pipes (188-1999, college: Santa Clara) who led the winners and scored 21 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. His fellow American import guard Mike Okauru (190-1999, college: UNCW) accounted for 27 points (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) for the winning side. Four USK Praha players scored in double figures. USK Praha's coach Francesco Tabellini used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Serbian power forward Sreten Knezevic (206-1994) came up with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds and American forward Darious Moten (202-1992, college: Mercer) added 15 points and 4 assists respectively for Olomoucko in the defeat. USK Praha will meet at home Hradec Kralove (#12) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Olomoucko will play against Slavia in Praha and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: USK Praha: M.Okauru 27+3reb+1ast, P.Pipes 21+5reb+7ast, D.Bohm 20+10reb+1ast, F.Fuxa 11+3reb, S.Ondrej 8+2reb+3ast, V.Dalibor 5+1reb Olomoucko: D.Moten 15+3reb+4ast, S.Knezevic 14+10reb+3ast, M.Welsch 11+2reb+2ast, J.Friday 9+3reb+1ast, F.Halada 9+10reb, L.Festr 9+2reb+6ast Slavia - Hradec Kralove 102-76 Rather predictable result when Slavia (8-17) rolled over Hradec Kralove (4-21) in Praha 102-76 on Wednesday. Slavia shot the lights out from three sinking 18 long-distance shots on high 62.1 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Hradec Kralove's players. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Trevor John (190-1995, college: Drexel) who led the winners and scored 22 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). His fellow American import forward Dantez Walton (198-1997, college: NKU) accounted for 14 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. John is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Montenegrin center Maksim Sturanovic (210-1988, agency: 011 Sports) came up with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and the former international power forward David Skranc (203-1996, agency: Octagon Europe) added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Hradec Kralove in the defeat. Five Slavia and four Hradec Kralove players scored in double figures. 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. Slavia will meet at home Olomoucko (#11) in the next round. Hradec Kralove will play against USK Praha and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Slavia: T.John 22+3ast, K.Martin 17+4reb, D.Walton 14+6reb+2ast, A.Dworsky 12+5reb+4ast, J.Palenik 10+3reb, P.Pumprla 10+2reb+4ast Hradec Kralove: T.Cavallero 14+3reb+1ast, M.Sturanovic 14+11reb, M.Prskalo 13+3reb, D.Skranc 13+5reb+4ast, V.Tadeas 6+1reb+1ast, O.Peterka 5 |
| Eric Lockett claims Czech Republic NBL weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 27-year old swingman had the game-high 18 points adding nine rebounds and three assists for Nymburk in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Brno (17-7) 89-86. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Nymburk to jump to the first place in the Czech Republic NBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier in Second Stage. Nymburk has a very solid 17-7 record, but they cannot be too comfortable about keeping top position. It was one of impressive evenings for Lockett as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Worth to mention Lockett played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped him get the job in pro basketball. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American point guard A.J Walton (184-PG-1990) of Decin. Walton impressed basketball fans with 33 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Decin lost that game 78-97 to Usti n/Labem (15-8). The Second Stage is still at the very beginning and this lost game may not be such crucial, of course if they start win the games. Let's wait for the next round. Walton is a newcomer at Decin 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 international guard Viktor Pulpan (191-PG-1996, agency: Octagon Europe) of second-ranked Brno. Pulpan showcased his all-around game by recording 16 points, twenty rebounds (!!!) and seven assists in the last round. Despite Pulpan's great performance Brno lost 86-89 to #1 ranked Nymburk. But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The last thing Brno 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 7 lost games. Pulpan has a great season in Czech Republic. After 23 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 7.2rpg (9th best) and assists with 6.1apg (3rd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Randy Culpepper (183-PG-1989) of Brno - 39 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Aleksandar Radukic (205-PF-1991) of NH Ostrava - 21 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists 6. Sreten Knezevic (206-F/C-1994) of Olomoucko - 16 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Jalone Friday (206-C-1996) of Olomoucko - 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Tony Hicks (186-G-1994) of Usti n/Labem - 20 points, 2 rebounds and 6 assists 9. Lukas Festr (186-PG-1994) of Olomoucko - 26 points, 2 rebounds and 6 assists 10. Martin Kriz (200-F-1993) of Nymburk - 14 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Mike McGuirl claims Danish BasketLigaen Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 24-year old guard had the game-high 27 points adding eight rebounds and four assists for Naestved in his team's victory, helping them to outclass Holbaek (#11, 2-17) with 42-point margin 108-66. Naestved maintains the 3rd position in Danish BasketLigaen. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Naestved will need more victories to improve their 15-4 record. In the team's last game McGuirl had a remarkable 81.8% from 2-point range. He turned to be Naestved's top player in his first season with the team. University of Kansas State graduate has very impressive stats this year. McGuirl is in league's top in points (3rd best: 22.0ppg) and averages solid 2.3spg and 60.1% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American guard Josh Fortune (196-G-1994) of league's best team Randers. Fortune impressed basketball fans with 32 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Of course Randers cruised to a 89-78 relatively comfortable win over slightly lower-ranked Bakken (#2, 15-4). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Randers consolidated its place in the very top position of the standings. His team lost just three games this season, while they won 16 matches. Fortune is a newcomer at Randers 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 19.4ppg (#5). His other stats are also decent: 7.4rpg and 3.1apg. University of Colorado alumni Fortune played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. The third best performed player last round was Simon Schwartz (205-F-2004) of Vaerlose (#9). Schwartz scored 24 points and grabbed nine rebounds. He was a key player of Vaerlose, leading his team to a 84-62 easy win against the higher-ranked Herlev (#5, 11-8). The chances of Vaerlose not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 13 games, recording just six victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Schwartz could try to bring Vaerlose's a little bit higher in the standings. Schwartz has a very solid season. In 13 games in Denmark he scored 8.0ppg. He also has 4.7rpg and FGP: 62.7%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Kentwan Smith (203-F-1991) of Svendborg - 24 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Marius Kirkholt (193-G-1997) of BAC - 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 6. Brandon Norfleet (196-F-1993) of Randers - 13 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists 7. Darko Jukic (199-F-1990) of Bakken - 18 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists 8. Devin Whitfield (196-G) of Svendborg - 28 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Elijah Childs (202-F-1999) of Bakken - 16 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Leonardo Carlino (198-F-2000) of Horsens IC - 17 points, 5 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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| Jordan Davis (ex Murcia) agreed terms with Hamburg - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu | ||||
Davis has been also a member of Azerbaijani international program for some years. He has regularly played for Azerbaijani senior team since 2022 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2017. Davis represented Azerbaijan at the FIBA European Championship for Small Countries in Ta' Qali (Malta) last year. Davis' team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 3 games: Score-5 (19.0ppg), 4.7rpg, 4.0apg, Steals-4 (2.0spg), FGP: 42.1%, 3PT: 30.8%, FT: 52.0%. He has played also professionally in Israel (Hapoel Tel Aviv) and Germany (Rasta Vechta). Davis won Regional championship title in 2014 and 2015. Among many awards he received All-Big Sky Conf. Player of the Year award back in 2019. He graduated from University of Northern Colorado in 2019 and it is his fourth season in pro basketball. |
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| Stats Leaders - Korisliiga |
| Korisliiga Round 5: Leader Kauhajoki loses to Seagulls - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Korisliiga is at the halfway of the Second Stage and there are still another 5 rounds left. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Top ranked Kauhajoki (21-5) recorded its fifth loss in Helsinki on Wednesday night. Visitors were rolled over by second ranked Seagulls (21-6) 99-71. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Kauhajoki. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. The game without a history. Seagulls led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Seagulls outrebounded Kauhajoki 39-28 including a 29-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. 24 personal fouls committed by Kauhajoki helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American swingman Jeffrey Carroll (198-1994, college: OK State) who had a double-double by scoring 32 points and 13 rebounds. His fellow American import swingman Rene Rougeau (198-1986, college: UNLV, agency: Blacktop Management) chipped in 13 points, 5 rebounds and 4 blocks. American forward Jeffrey Crockett (201-1991, college: Texas Tech) produced 13 points and 6 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. Seagulls have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain second place with 21-6 record having just seven point less than leader Kauhajoki. Defending champion Kauhajoki still keeps top position with five games lost. Seagulls are looking forward to face Vilpas (#5) in Salo in the next round. Kauhajoki will play at home against Kouvot (#4) and is hoping to win this game. Very important is a road loss of third ranked Kataja (14-12) against fifth ranked Vilpas (14-13) on Wednesday night. Visiting Kataja was defeated by Vilpas in a tough game in Salo 81-85. American guard Quentin Goodin (193-1997, college: Xavier) orchestrated the victory by scoring 19 points and 6 assists. KeyShawn Feazell contributed with 14 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Vilpas' coach Jussi Savolainen allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. American-Nigerian forward Amaze Egekeze (203-1995, college: Belmont) answered with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds for Kataja. Vilpas moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Kouvot and Nokia. Kataja at the other side keeps the third position with 12 games lost. Vilpas will play against league's second-placed Seagulls in Helsinki in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kataja will play at home against Kotka and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game in Nokia was also quite interesting. 7th ranked Kobrat (13-14) played at the court of eighth ranked Nokia (14-13). Nokia defeated Kobrat 84-72 on Tuesday. Niko Mattila stepped up and scored 19 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Javion Ogunyemi responded with 24 points and 9 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). Kobrat's coach Ville Turja rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Nokia moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Kouvot and Vilpas. Loser Kobrat dropped to the eighth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Pyrinto. Nokia will meet at home bottom-ranked Honka (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Kobrat will play against Korihait (#11) and hope to secure a win. Other games of round 5 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Kotka was defeated by Kouvot in Kouvola 97-83. Bottom-ranked Honka was beaten by Pyrinto at home 80-89. Lahti won against Korihait on the opponent's court 84-83. The best stats of 5th round was 9 points, 15 rebounds and 11 assists by Chris Clarke of Lahti. Kouvot - Kotka 97-83 There was no surprise in Kouvola where 6th ranked Kotka (12-15) was defeated by fourth ranked Kouvot (14-13) 97-83 on Tuesday. The hosts trailed by 1 point at the halftime before their 48-33 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Kouvot dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Kotka's 48. American guard Austin Butler (196, college: Charlotte) stepped up and scored 30 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and his fellow American import forward John Meeks (198-1999, college: Charleston) chipped in 27 points and 10 rebounds. Four Kouvot players scored in double figures. Swingman Vili Nyman (198-1998) responded with 27 points and 7 rebounds and American guard Brandon Tabb (193-1995, college: BCU) scored 22 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Kouvot maintains fourth place with 14-13 record, which they share with Vilpas and Nokia. Kotka lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the sixth position with 15 games lost. Kouvot will meet league's leader Kauhajoki on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kotka will play against Kataja (#3) in Joensuu and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Kotka: V.Nyman 27+7reb+1ast, B.Tabb 22+6reb+4ast, B.Sly 10+8reb+5ast, J.Giles 9+7reb+4ast, R.Brown 7+8reb+3ast, J.Timonen 3+3reb+2ast Kouvot: A.Butler 30+6reb+5ast, J.Meeks 27+10reb+1ast, B.Hodges 21+10reb+4ast, M.Joel 15+7reb+1ast, H.Veeti 2+8reb, I.Toikkanen 2+9reb Nokia - Kobrat 84-72 The game in Nokia was also quite interesting. 7th ranked Kobrat (13-14) played at the court of eighth ranked Nokia (14-13). Nokia defeated Kobrat 84-72 on Tuesday. The game was mostly controlled by Nokia. Kobrat managed to win third quarter 15-12. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Point guard Niko Mattila (192-1994) stepped up and scored 19 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and American guard Johnathan Stove (193-1995, college: Louisiana, agency: One Motive Sports) chipped in 15 points and 9 rebounds. Stove is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Nokia players scored in double figures. American power forward Javion Ogunyemi (206-1995, college: Siena) responded with 24 points and 9 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) and the other American import forward Danny Pippen (206-1997, college: Kent St.) scored 23 points and 9 rebounds. Kobrat's coach Ville Turja rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Nokia moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Kouvot and Vilpas. Loser Kobrat dropped to the eighth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Pyrinto. Nokia will meet at home bottom-ranked Honka (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Kobrat will play against Korihait (#11) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Kobrat: J.Ogunyemi 24+9reb+1ast, D.Pippen 23+9reb+1ast, K.Jackson 11+3reb+8ast, C.Chukwuma 6+3reb, J.Turja 3, A.Nikkarinen 3+3reb+8ast Nokia: N.Mattila 19+5reb+4ast, P.Callandret 16+5reb+4ast, J.Stove 15+9reb+2ast, M.Benlevi 12+4reb+4ast, A.Lehto 11+2reb+2ast, A.Herndon 6+8reb Honka - Pyrinto 80-89 No shocking result in a game in Espoo where ninth ranked Pyrinto (13-14) defeated bottom-ranked Honka (7-20) 89-80 on Tuesday. Honka trailed by 17 points at halftime and as many as 21 after three quarters before a 28-16 last quarter charge cut the deficit to 80-89 at the end of the game. The game was dominated by American players. Guard LJ Thorpe (196-1999, college: UNC Asheville) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 15 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners and guard Ike Smith (193-1997, college: Georgia South) chipped in 21 points and 10 rebounds. Four Pyrinto players scored in double figures. Guard Adrien Lawson (196-1997, college: Texas Southern, agency: Players Group) responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Colin Slater (185-1997, college: LBSU) scored 17 points and 7 assists. The victory was the third consecutive win for Pyrinto. They moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Kobrat. Honka lost their sixth game in a row. Newly promoted team stay at the bottom position with 20 games lost. Pyrinto will meet at home Lahti (#10) in the next round. Honka will play against Nokia and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Honka: A.Lawson 21+13reb+5ast, C.Slater 17+3reb+7ast, E.Shepherd 10+4reb+4ast, C.Lindbom 9+3reb+2ast, T.Iiro 7+2reb, T.Kotti 6+9reb+2ast Pyrinto: O.Heinonen 22, I.Smith 21+10reb+3ast, L.Thorpe 16+15reb+9ast, L.Kilpinen 10+2reb, T.Birts 9+8reb+3ast, V.Leppanen 6 Seagulls - Kauhajoki 99-71 Top ranked Kauhajoki (21-5) recorded its fifth loss in Helsinki on Wednesday night. Visitors were rolled over by second ranked Seagulls (21-6) 99-71. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Kauhajoki. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. The game without a history. Seagulls led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Seagulls outrebounded Kauhajoki 39-28 including a 29-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. 24 personal fouls committed by Kauhajoki helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American swingman Jeffrey Carroll (198-1994, college: OK State) who had a double-double by scoring 32 points and 13 rebounds. His fellow American import swingman Rene Rougeau (198-1986, college: UNLV, agency: Blacktop Management) chipped in 13 points, 5 rebounds and 4 blocks. American forward Jeffrey Crockett (201-1991, college: Texas Tech) produced 13 points and 6 rebounds and international Henri Kantonen (198-1997, agency: Blacktop Management) added 10 points and 7 assists respectively for the guests. Five Seagulls and four Kauhajoki 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. Seagulls have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain second place with 21-6 record having just seven point less than leader Kauhajoki. Defending champion Kauhajoki still keeps top position with five games lost. Seagulls are looking forward to face Vilpas (#5) in Salo in the next round. Kauhajoki will play at home against Kouvot (#4) and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Kauhajoki: L.Skinner 15+2reb, J.Crockett 13+6reb+2ast, H.Kantonen 10+3reb+7ast, C.Jones 10+6reb+3ast, S.Carter 8+3reb+1ast, S.Kaukiainen 7+1reb+4ast Seagulls: J.Carroll 32+13reb+3ast, O.Jarvi 15+2reb+1ast, R.Rougeau 13+5reb+3ast, A.Kanervo 13+2reb+1ast, T.Heinonen 12+6reb+2ast, Z.Edosomwan 6+9reb Vilpas - Kataja 85-81 Very important is a road loss of third ranked Kataja (14-12) against fifth ranked Vilpas (14-13) on Wednesday night. Visiting Kataja was defeated by Vilpas in a tough game in Salo 81-85. The hosts were tied after three quarters but managed to speed up in last quarter eventually winning the game. American guard Quentin Goodin (193-1997, college: Xavier) orchestrated the victory by scoring 19 points and 6 assists. His fellow American import forward KeyShawn Feazell (206-1998, college: Creighton) contributed with 14 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Vilpas' coach Jussi Savolainen allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. American-Nigerian forward Amaze Egekeze (203-1995, college: Belmont) answered with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds and American guard Lamonte Turner (188-1997, college: Tennessee) added 19 points in the effort for Kataja. Vilpas moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Kouvot and Nokia. Kataja at the other side keeps the third position with 12 games lost. Vilpas will play against league's second-placed Seagulls in Helsinki in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kataja will play at home against Kotka and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Kataja: A.Egekeze 25+11reb, L.Turner 19+1reb+2ast, T.Exaucia 12+5reb, T.Lommi 7+1reb, T.Hirvonen 6+2reb+5ast, R.Hollis-Jefferson 4+9reb+3ast Vilpas: Q.Goodin 19+3reb+6ast, M.Koivisto 15+3reb+1ast, K.Feazell 14+8reb+3ast, R.Abell 9+1reb, N.Karkkainen 8, I.Lee 7+6reb Korihait - Lahti 83-84 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 11th ranked Korihait's (8-19) home loss to tenth ranked Lahti (10-17) 83-84 on Wednesday. The guests were tied at the half but managed to speed up in last two quarters eventually winning the game. American forward Chris Clarke (196-1996, college: Texas Tech) stepped up and scored 9 points, 15 rebounds and 11 assists for the winners and his fellow American import forward Karl Gamble (206-1996, college: MTSU, agency: Players Group) chipped in 14 points and 9 rebounds. Four Lahti players scored in double figures. American forward Nick Stampley (198-1999, college: Troy) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds and Canadian forward Prince Oduro (203-1998, college: Detroit) scored 19 points and 7 rebounds. Lahti maintains tenth place with 10-17 record. Loser Korihait keeps the eleventh position with 19 games lost. Lahti will meet higher ranked Pyrinto (#9) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Korihait will play against Kobrat in Lapua and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Korihait: P.Oduro 19+7reb, N.Stampley 17+10reb+1ast, J.Jackson 16+3reb+2ast, Q.Cooper 10, M.Aalto 8+6reb, B.Sarcevic 6+7reb+8ast Lahti: M.Ertel II 20+2reb, D.Thomas 19+2reb+3ast, K.Gamble 14+9reb+3ast, E.Sajantila 11+5reb, C.Clarke 9+15reb+11ast, H.Ventoniemi 7+1reb+2ast |
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| NM1 Round 25: C'Chartres beat Vitre by three after a very close game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The round was exceptionally exciting as three games ended with a tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Fifth-ranked Vitre (14-11) was very close to win a game against first ranked C'Chartres (18-7) on Tuesday. C'Chartres managed to secure only three-point victory 79-76. However their fans expected much easier game. C'Chartres looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. 24 personal fouls committed by Vitre helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of Paul Bouloukouet (192-1993) who helped to win the game recording 20 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Guard Ugo Doumbia (190-2003) contributed with 15 points and 5 assists (perfect from the field making all six shots) for the winners. Forward Calvin Jubenot (198-1986) answered with 19 points and 6 rebounds for Vitre. Vitre's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. C'Chartres maintains first place with 18-7 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Vitre at the other side dropped to the sixth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Andrezieux. C'Chartres is looking forward to face CFBB (#14) in Paris in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Vitre will play at home against Rueil (#9) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win. Important game to mention about took place in Le Havre. Second ranked Orchesien BC (18-7) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 5th ranked STB Le Havre (15-10) 96-94 on Tuesday evening. American power forward Joe Burton (203-1990, college: Oregon St., agency: GoEmpire Group) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and Thomas Van Ounsem chipped in 29 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side American forward Fred Thomas (196-1993, college: MSU) responded with 25 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Orchesien BC have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. STB Le Havre at the other side keeps the fifth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Poitiers. Orchesien BC will play against Lyon (#9) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. STB Le Havre will play against Kaysersberg (#14) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Very important is a road loss of third ranked Mulhouse (16-9) against eighth ranked SOPCC (13-12) on Tuesday night. Visiting Mulhouse was defeated by SOPCC in Pont de Cheruy 88-77. Yasmin Mambo nailed 15 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side. Frederic Loubaki came up with 13 points and 5 assists for Mulhouse in the defeat. SOPCC moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Lorient. Loser Mulhouse dropped to the fourth position with nine games lost. They share it with Toulouse. SOPCC will meet higher ranked Andrezieux (#6) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Mulhouse will play against Pontoise and hope to secure a win. Other games in round 25 were not that significant. Rennes smashed Challans on the road 92-71. Tours won against Lorient on its own court 88-79. Tarbes-Lourdes unfortunately lost to Toulouse in a road game 74-76. Rueil recorded a loss to Loon-Plage at home 73-90. Berck defeated Pole France on the opponent's court 78-76. Poitiers beat Les Sables in a home game 69-59. Lyon won against Besancon on the road 82-80. Caen managed to outperform Feurs CTC on its own court 88-71. Boulogne managed to beat Cergy-Pontoise in Boulogne-sur-Mer 79-72. Hyeres-Toulon defeated Andrezieux at home 92-86. Kaysersberg was smashed by Rouen on the opponent's court 101-68. The most impressive performance of 25th round was 22 points by Brahim Dohou of Les Sables. Group AChallans - Rennes 71-92No shocking result in a game when second ranked Union Rennes (18-7) crushed on the road 8th ranked Vendee Challans (12-13) 92-71 on Tuesday. Union Rennes forced 20 Vendee Challans turnovers. Union Rennes looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Guinean forward Cheick Sekou-Conde (203-1992) nailed 18 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and point guard Sebastien Cape (185-1993) accounted for 13 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Union Rennes players scored in double figures. Bahamas forward Radshad Davis (195-1996, college: FIU) came up with 14 points and point guard Jeremy Bichard (186-1990) added 7 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Vendee Challans 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. Union Rennes keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Vendee Challans lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Besancon and Rueil. Union Rennes will meet at home Les Sables (#13) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Vendee Challans will play against Lorient (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Rennes: C.Sekou-Conde 18+7reb+5ast, I.Sidibe 17+1reb+2ast, S.Cape 13+5reb+5ast, L.Behrend 11+1ast, S.Adrien 11+9reb, L.Carour Ewan 9+3reb+2ast Challans: R.Davis 14+4reb+1ast, E.Bosc 12+3reb, M.Gosselin 9+4reb, P.Turpin 8+5ast, J.Bichard 7+6reb+4ast, T.Desseignet 7+2reb+3ast Tours - Lorient 88-79 There was a minor upset when 7th ranked Lorient (13-12) lost on the road to tenth ranked Tours (10-15) 88-79 on Tuesday. Tours looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American swingman Scott Suggs (197-1989, college: Washington) nailed 23 points for the winning side and swingman Pierre-Etienne Drouault (196-1990) accounted for 16 points and 8 assists. Kevin Mondesir (204-1991) came up with 22 points and 5 rebounds and naturalized Guinean forward Abdoulaye Sy (201-1995) added 14 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Lorient in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Lorient's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Tours maintains tenth place with 10-15 record, which they share with Feurs CTC and Boulogne. Lorient lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with 12 games lost. They share it with Pont-de-Cheruy. Tours will meet Lourdes-Tarbes (#12) on the road in the next round. Lorient will play against Vendee Challans (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Tours: S.Suggs 23+3reb+3ast, A.Kader Sylla 16+4reb+7ast, P.Drouault 16+4reb+8ast, R.Edzata 14+7reb+2ast, V.Valentin 8+1reb+3ast, M.N'Doye 6+5reb Lorient: K.Mondesir 22+5reb+3ast, A.Sy 14+7reb+3ast, I.Djambo 14+5reb, H.Suhard 10+3reb+8ast, A.Doumbia 7+5reb+3ast, D.Daouda 4 Toulouse - Tarbes-Lourdes 76-74 Very predictable result when fourth ranked Toulouse (16-9) edged at home 11th ranked Lourdes-Tarbes (9-16) 76-74 on Tuesday. However just two-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. American guard Martyce Kimbrough (185-1996, college: Findlay, OH) nailed 17 points and 5 assists for the winning side and Ivorian power forward Ladji Meite (203-2000) accounted for 9 points and 9 rebounds. Four Toulouse players scored in double figures. Toulouse's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Naturalized Guyanese Mike Joseph (203-1994) came up with 21 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and American Devante Wallace (196-1992, college: High Point, agency: BIG) added 18 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Lourdes-Tarbes in the defeat. Toulouse have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 16-9 record, which they share with Mulhouse. Loser Lourdes-Tarbes keeps the eleventh position with 16 games lost. They share it with Berck and Cergy-Pontoise. Toulouse will meet higher ranked Loon-Plage (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Lourdes-Tarbes will play against Tours (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Toulouse: M.Kimbrough 17+3reb+5ast, S.Mekdad 11+2reb+2ast, C.Andre 10+4reb, M.Dadiet 10+3reb+3ast, T.Gottin 9+1reb, M.Ladji 9+9reb+1ast Tarbes-Lourdes: M.Joseph 21+4reb+2ast, D.Wallace 18+6reb, C.Osaikhwuwuomwan 8+4reb+1ast, M.Ludovic 7+5reb, T.Wiscart Goetz 7+2reb+2ast, R.Lesca 6+1reb+3ast Rueil - Loon-Plage 73-90 Not a big story in a game when 9th ranked Rueil (12-13) lost at home to third ranked Loon-Plage (18-7) 90-73 on Tuesday. Point guard Pierre Hannequin (190-1998) nailed 15 points and 4 assists for the winning side and point guard Antoine Rojewski (194-2000) accounted for 11 points and 6 assists. Five Loon-Plage players scored in double figures. Loon-Plage's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Point guard Elias Kherzane (180-1999) came up with 13 points and American forward AJ Sumbry (203-1994, college: Wagner, agency: BIG) added 14 points (made all of his eight free throws) respectively for Rueil in the defeat. Loon-Plage have a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Rueil dropped to the eighth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Besancon and Challans. Loon-Plage will meet at home Toulouse (#4) in the next round. Rueil will play against Vitre (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Loon-Plage: P.Hannequin 15+3reb+4ast, K.Artamonov 15+1reb+1ast, T.Housieaux 13+2reb+2ast, R.Antoine 11+4reb+6ast, D.Christopher 10+4reb+1ast, F.Cissoko 9+2reb+2ast Rueil: A.Sumbry 14+4reb+2ast, E.Kherzane 13+4reb+3ast, G.William 12+3reb, F.Braga 8+8reb, S.Ricard 8+7reb+2ast, M.Legat 6+2ast Chartres - Vitre 79-76 Fifth-ranked Vitre (14-11) was very close to win a game against first ranked C'Chartres (18-7) on Tuesday. C'Chartres managed to secure only three-point victory 79-76. However their fans expected much easier game. C'Chartres looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. 24 personal fouls committed by Vitre helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of Paul Bouloukouet (192-1993) who helped to win the game recording 20 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Guard Ugo Doumbia (190-2003) contributed with 15 points and 5 assists (perfect from the field making all six shots) for the winners. Forward Calvin Jubenot (198-1986) answered with 19 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Louis Prolhac (177-1991) added 9 points and 6 assists in the effort for Vitre. Vitre's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. C'Chartres maintains first place with 18-7 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Vitre at the other side dropped to the sixth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Andrezieux. C'Chartres is looking forward to face CFBB (#14) in Paris in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Vitre will play at home against Rueil (#9) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win. Top scorers: Chartres: P.Bouloukouet 20+2reb, D.Ugo 15+2reb+5ast, M.Pellin 9+2reb+7ast, M.Craion 8+4reb+9ast, Y.Siegwarth 8+1reb+1ast, V.Mukuna 6+3reb Vitre: C.Jubenot 19+6reb, V.Fandelet 13+2reb+1ast, V.Ilic 11+3reb, T.Pothion 9+2reb+3ast, L.Prolhac 9+3reb+6ast, K.Incredule 7+4reb Pole France - Berck 76-78 Everything went according to plan when twelfth ranked Berck (9-16) edged 14th ranked CFBB (3-22) in Paris 78-76 on Tuesday. Berck forced 19 CFBB turnovers. American forward Kayode Ajenifuja (195-1993, college: Mercyhurst) nailed 16 points for the winning side and power forward Luidgy Laporal (206-1995, college: SFU) accounted for 14 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Forward Maxim Logue (203-2005) came up with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds (made all of his eight free throws) and Ilane Fibleuil (193-2005) added 13 points and 4 assists respectively for CFBB in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Berck have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Tarbes-Lourdes and Cergy-Pontoise. CFBB lost twelfth consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth position with 22 games lost. Berck will meet at home higher ranked Poitiers (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. CFBB will play against the league's leader C'Chartres (#1) having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: Berck: K.Ajenifuja 16+1reb+2ast, L.Laporal 14+5reb, A.Henocq 12+3reb+2ast, A.Moisy 9+3reb, A.Mendy 8+4reb+6ast, T.Tshikaya 8+6reb+2ast Pole France: L.Maxim 14+10reb+1ast, S.Talis 14+3reb+1ast, F.Ilane 13+3reb+4ast, E.Noa 9+5reb, J.Wilson 7+8reb, T.Nolan 7+4reb+5ast Poitiers - Les Sables 69-59 There was no surprise when 13th ranked Les Sables (8-17) lost on the road to sixth ranked Poitiers (15-10) 69-59 on Tuesday. Poitiers outrebounded Les Sables 31-20. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Canadian-Nigerian guard Keith Omoerah (194-1992, college: Manitoba, agency: BIG) nailed 10 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and center Jonathan Jeanne (218-1997) accounted for 8 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Poitiers' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Swingman Brahim Dohou (194-1999) came up with 22 points (on 10-of-11 shooting from the field) and power forward Gregory Lessort (198-1985) added 11 points respectively for Les Sables in the defeat. Poitiers moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Le Havre. Loser Les Sables keeps the thirteenth position with 17 games lost. Poitiers will meet Berck (#11) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Les Sables will play against the league's second-placed Union Rennes and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Poitiers: M.Durand 14+1reb+2ast, K.Omoerah 10+7reb+2ast, K.Mendy 10+4reb+2ast, C.Pontens 9+1reb+4ast, J.Jeanne 8+6reb+4ast, A.Dargenton 6+5reb+4ast Les Sables: B.Dohou 22+4reb+1ast, G.Lessort 11+4reb, K.Cham 6+3reb+1ast, N.Niktash 5+3reb+5ast, A.Racine 5+1reb+3ast, B.Eliyo 4 Group BBesancon - Lyon 80-82There was a small surprise when ninth ranked Lyon (11-14) edged on the road 7th ranked Besancon (12-13) 82-80 on Tuesday. Guard Romain Parmentelot (190-2004) nailed 26 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side and Bahamas Aaron Levarity (203-1997, college: Milligan) accounted for 15 points and 14 rebounds. American Mykal Riley (198-1985, college: Alabama) came up with 22 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists and the former international center Ferdinand Prenom (204-1991) added 12 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Besancon in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Lyon maintains ninth place with 11-14 record. Besancon lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Rueil and Challans. Lyon will meet at home league's second-placed Orchesien BC in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Besancon will play against Feurs CTC (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Lyon: P.Romain 26+6reb+6ast, S.Plaucoste 16+4reb+3ast, A.Levarity 15+14reb+1ast, K.Joss-Rauze 12+1reb+3ast, T.Bazille 6, T.Dioumassi 4+1reb+1ast Besancon: M.Riley 22+9reb+7ast, J.Boucaud 18+1reb+2ast, F.Prenom 12+9reb+1ast, G.Valayer 12+3reb+2ast, S.Kanoute 9+2reb+3ast, N.Knezevic 3+2reb Caen - Feurs CTC 88-71 Very expected game when 10th ranked Feurs CTC (10-15) lost on the road to fourth ranked Caen (17-8) 88-71 on Tuesday. Caen looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Guard Yanik Blanc (188-1999) nailed 18 points and 4 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winning side and Kenyan-American forward Joel Awich (201-1993, college: Cal Poly) accounted for 12 points and 7 rebounds. Caen's coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Anthony Spinali (194-1997) came up with 22 points and forward Junior Zero (195-1997) added 10 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Feurs CTC in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Caen have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to third place. Newly promoted Feurs CTC keeps the tenth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Tours and Boulogne. Caen will meet SO Maritime Boulogne (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Feurs CTC will play against Besancon and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Caen: B.Yanik 18+2reb+4ast, T.Marshall 12+8reb+1ast, J.Awich 12+7reb+2ast, B.Pope 10+1reb+1ast, V.Lucas 9+1reb+2ast, F.Thibedore 8+3reb+1ast Feurs CTC: A.Spinali 22+4reb+2ast, H.Comby 14+1reb+1ast, J.Zero 10+8reb, E.Djedje 10+3reb+5ast, F.Yangue 9+4reb, C.Gurgey 4+6ast Cergy-Pontoise - Boulogne 72-79 Everything could happen in Cergy at the game between two tied teams. Both twelfth ranked SO Maritime Boulogne and 11th ranked Pontoise had identical 9-15 record. But Pontoise was not able to use a home court advantage and was defeated by the opponent from Boulogne-sur-Mer 79-72 on Tuesday night. Serbian-Montenegrin power forward Luka Nikolic (209-1994) nailed a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds for the winning side and American swingman Wendell Davis (197-1995, college: Ashland) accounted for 25 points. SO Maritime Boulogne's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Johan Randriamananjara (199-2000) came up with 20 points and 4 assists (made all of his seven free throws) and Adrien Thimon (188-1994) added 16 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Pontoise in the defeat. SO Maritime Boulogne have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Tours and Feurs CTC. Loser Pontoise keeps the eleventh position with 16 games lost. They share it with Berck and Tarbes-Lourdes. SO Maritime Boulogne will meet at home higher ranked Caen (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Pontoise will play against Mulhouse (#4) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Boulogne: W.Davis 25+2reb+2ast, L.Nikolic 17+12reb+3ast, T.Vincent 9+2ast, G.Berchel 9+4reb, B.Antoine 8+6reb+1ast, C.Gassama 5+7reb Cergy-Pontoise: J.Randriamananjara 20+4reb+4ast, A.Thimon 16+6reb+1ast, D.Nunn 12+1reb+7ast, H.Thomas 9+8reb+1ast, D.Adama 9+4reb, M.Sy 4+6reb Pont-de-Cheruy - Mulhouse 88-77 Very important is a road loss of third ranked Mulhouse (16-9) against eighth ranked SOPCC (13-12) on Tuesday night. Visiting Mulhouse was defeated by SOPCC in Pont de Cheruy 88-77. SOPCC looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. DR Congolese Yasmin Mambo (205-2002) nailed 15 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and Seydou Ousmane Ndiaye (196-2000) accounted for 12 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Point guard Frederic Loubaki (195-1997) came up with 13 points and 5 assists and forward Yannis Mendy (203-1996, college: RMU, agency: Helping Ballers) added 14 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Mulhouse in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. SOPCC moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Lorient. Loser Mulhouse dropped to the fourth position with nine games lost. They share it with Toulouse. SOPCC will meet higher ranked Andrezieux (#6) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Mulhouse will play against Pontoise and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Pont-de-Cheruy: M.Yasmin 15+7reb+3ast, B.Theo 13+3ast, N.Seydou Ousmane 12+8reb+4ast, L.Chelle 12+2reb+4ast, B.Coudray 9+1reb+3ast, J.Eyoum 8+6reb+1ast Mulhouse: A.Falzon 17+3reb+1ast, Y.Mendy 14+7reb+1ast, F.Loubaki 13+4reb+5ast, Q.Diehl 11+1reb+2ast, T.Dary-Sagnes 9+1reb, A.Dudit 8+2reb+8ast Hyeres-Toulon - Andrezieux 92-86 There was an upset when higher ranked Andrezieux (14-11) lost on the road to fourteenth ranked Hyeres-Toulon (5-20) 92-86 on Tuesday. Hyeres-Toulon made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. Forward Raphael Wilson (195-1989) nailed 27 points for the winning side and Lithuanian point guard Mantvydas Staniulis (186-1997) accounted for 13 points and 13 assists. Naturalized Mali center Moustapha Diarra (205-1987, college: USF) came up with 21 points (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) and Hugo Cosse (196-2002) added 10 points and 10 rebounds respectively for Andrezieux in the defeat. Four Andrezieux players scored in double figures. Hyeres-Toulon moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Kaysersberg. Loser Andrezieux keeps the sixth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Vitre. Hyeres-Toulon will meet at home league's leader SPO Rouen in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Andrezieux will play against SOPCC (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Hyeres-Toulon: R.Wilson 27+3reb+1ast, C.Colimon 16+1reb, M.Staniulis 13+1reb+13ast, M.Eugene 11, M.Moussa 7+3reb, J.Ouattara 7+4reb+1ast Andrezieux: M.Diarra 21+1reb+1ast, T.Bouteille 16+3reb+3ast, L.Weber 14+1reb+4ast, H.Cosse 10+10reb+3ast, R.Malonga 9+3reb+4ast, J.Burrows 8+4reb+2ast Rouen - Kaysersberg 101-68 Everything went according to plan when first ranked SPO Rouen (20-5) outplayed at home 13th ranked Kaysersberg (5-20) 101-68 on Tuesday. SPO Rouen dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Kaysersberg's 28. They outrebounded Kaysersberg 40-15 including a 17-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. SPO Rouen looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Moroccan forward Karim Gourari (203-1989) nailed 16 points and 4 assists for the winning side and American-Jamaican Andell Cumberbatch (195-1993, college: St.Bonaventure) accounted for 14 points and 6 rebounds. Five SPO Rouen players scored in double figures. SPO Rouen's coach Sylvain Delorme felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American point guard Aaron Anderson (178-1991, college: N.Dakota) came up with 17 points and 6 assists and point guard Gregory Bengaber (186-1997) added 11 points and 5 assists respectively for Kaysersberg in the defeat. SPO Rouen maintains first place with 20-5 record. Loser Kaysersberg keeps the thirteenth position with 20 games lost. They share it with Hyeres-Toulon. SPO Rouen will meet Hyeres-Toulon (#13) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Kaysersberg will play against STB Le Havre and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Rouen: K.Gourari 16+2reb+4ast, G.David 14+6reb, A.Cumberbatch 14+6reb+1ast, F.Fortas 12+5reb+2ast, K.Nkounkou 11+4reb+1ast, G.Lobela-Nkuna 7+1reb+1ast Kaysersberg: A.Anderson 17+1reb+6ast, G.Bengaber 11+4reb+5ast, K.Walter 11+1ast, C.Jean-Francois 9+1reb, A.Simon 8+5reb, K.Sow 5+1reb+1ast Le Havre - Orchies 94-96 Important game to mention about took place in Le Havre. Second ranked Orchesien BC (18-7) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 5th ranked STB Le Havre (15-10) 96-94 on Tuesday evening. Orchesien BC made 17-of-21 charity shots (81.0 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 28 assists. American power forward Joe Burton (203-1990, college: Oregon St., agency: GoEmpire Group) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and Belgian power forward Thomas Van Ounsem (205-1999) chipped in 29 points and 7 rebounds. Four Orchesien BC players scored in double figures. At the losing side American forward Fred Thomas (196-1993, college: MSU) responded with 25 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Valentin Bigote (196-1992) scored 19 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Orchesien BC have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. STB Le Havre at the other side keeps the fifth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Poitiers. Orchesien BC will play against Lyon (#9) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. STB Le Havre will play against Kaysersberg (#14) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Orchies: T.Van Ounsem 29+7reb, J.Burton 23+12reb+2ast, A.Venckus 18+1reb+5ast, A.Rigaux 11+6reb+11ast, A.Prugnieres 8+7reb+6ast, M.Benhamed 5+1reb+2ast Le Havre: F.Thomas 25+9reb+4ast, V.Bigote 19+5reb+4ast, S.Barro 15+8reb, A.Da Silva 8+1reb+2ast, D.Nseke Ebele 8+4reb+1ast, S.N'Dir 6+5reb+4ast |
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He had a double-double of 23 points and 12 rebounds, while his team edged out Le Havre (#5, 15-10) 96-94. Orchies maintains the 2nd position in their group in French NM1. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Orchies will need more victories to improve their 18-7 record. Burton turned to be Orchies' top player in his first season with the team. Oregon State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Burton is league's best scorer averaging so far 21.8ppg and leads league in rebounds with 11.9rpg. Burton is in league's top in and averages solid 61.8% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Romain Parmentelot (190-G-2004) of Lyon. He is a guard in his first season at Lyon. In the last game Parmentelot recorded impressive 26 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. It was enough for Lyon to edge slightly higher-ranked Besancon (#8, 12-13) by 2 points 82-80. Lyon's 9th position in Group B has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 11-14 record. Parmentelot is a newcomer at Lyon and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to Mykal Riley (198-SF-1985) of Besancon (#8). Riley showcased his all-around game by recording 22 points, nine rebounds and seven assists in the last round. Despite Riley's great performance Besancon lost 80-82 to slightly lower-ranked Lyon (#9, 11-14). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Besancon ranking at the top of Group B, however are very questionable as they have already lost 13 games, recording just twelve victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Riley could help Besancon to bring them higher in the standings. Riley has a very solid season. In 25 games in France he scored 14.0ppg. He also has 6.0rpg, 3.5apg, 2.3spg and FGP: 52.9%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Fred Thomas (196-F-1993) of Le Havre - 25 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Thomas Van Ounsem (205-F/C-1999) of Orchies - 29 points and 7 rebounds 6. Ugo Doumbia (190-G-2003) of Chartres - 15 points, 2 rebounds and 5 assists 7. Aaron Levarity (203-PF-1997) of Lyon - 15 points and 14 rebounds 8. Kevin Mondesir (204-PF-1991) of Lorient - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Cheick Sekou-Conde (203-F-1992) of Rennes - 18 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Brahim Dohou (194-G/F-1999) of Les Sables - 22 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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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was another loss of Orbi (3-2) in Tbilisi on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by Kutaisi (3-1) 72-62. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Kutaisi looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Luka Gorgodze (192-2005) who had a double-double by scoring 28 points, 12 rebounds and 8 assists. Guard Egnate Gagoshidze (175-2005) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was center Irakli Sharvadze (195-2005) who recorded 18 points and 6 rebounds. Orbi's coach Demetre Vacharadze rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Kutaisi have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Rustavi and Zaza. Orbi at the other side dropped to the fourth place with two games lost. Kutaisi is looking forward to face Telavi (#7) at home in the next round where they are favorite. Orbi's supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tbilisi to the arena Maccabi. Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Tbilisi: Wings (#1) and Brooklyn (#6). Wings (5-0) smashed visiting Brooklyn (0-4) by 37 points 75-38. It was a good game for forward Giorgi Nikolaevi (198-2007) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 18 rebounds. Andria Mdinaradze contributed with 19 points and 4 steals for the winners. Forward Dachi Meshveldishvili (195-2007) replied with 7 points and 7 rebounds for Brooklyn. 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 Wings have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 5-0 record. Brooklyn at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Telavi and Gori. Wings' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tbilisi to the arena Sokhumi. An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Batumi. Second ranked Tbilisi faced 3rd ranked Basco. Guests from Tbilisi (4-1) smashed host Basco (2-2) 91-54. Lazare Robakidze had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners. The best for the losing side was Nika Svanidze with 21 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. Tbilisi have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 4-1 record behind leader Rustavi. Loser Basco dropped to the fourth place with two games lost. Tbilisi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tbilisi Brooklyn. Rest of the games of round 6 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Rustavi crushed Overtime in a road game 91-69. Zaza beat Telavi at home 69-53. Winless Gori lost to Sokhumi on the opponent's court 77-86. The best stats of 6th round was 9 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists by Giorgi Darchia of Tbilisi. Orbi - Kutaisi 62-72 The most crucial game of the last round was another loss of Orbi (3-2) in Tbilisi on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by Kutaisi (3-1) 72-62. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Kutaisi looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Luka Gorgodze (192-2005) who had a double-double by scoring 28 points, 12 rebounds and 8 assists. Guard Egnate Gagoshidze (175-2005) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was center Irakli Sharvadze (195-2005) who recorded 18 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Giorgi Gurgenidze (178-2005) added 16 points and 6 assists respectively. Orbi's coach Demetre Vacharadze rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Kutaisi have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Rustavi and Zaza. Orbi at the other side dropped to the fourth place with two games lost. Kutaisi is looking forward to face Telavi (#7) at home in the next round where they are favorite. Orbi's supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tbilisi to the arena Maccabi. Top scorers: Orbi: S.Irakli 18+6reb+2ast, G.Giorgi 16+4reb+6ast, K.Saba 9+1reb+3ast, K.Giorgi 9+10reb, K.Nikoloz 5+10reb+7ast, B.Levan 3 Kutaisi: G.Luka 28+12reb+8ast, G.Egnate 18+6reb+3ast, B.Sandro 9+1reb+4ast, K.Guram 7+5reb+4ast, K.Giorgi 4+2reb+1ast, S.Ilia 4+8reb+3ast Overtime - Rustavi 69-91 There was no surprise in Tbilisi where 6th ranked Overtime (1-3) was crushed by second ranked Rustavi (3-1) 91-69 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by Rustavi. Overtime managed to win fourth quarter 24-22. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Rustavi dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Overtime's 28. Rustavi forced 22 Overtime turnovers and outrebounded them 46-32 including 33 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Overtime's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Rustavi made 9 blocks. Guard Davit Gogoladze (183-2005) scored 17 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists to lead the charge for the winners and forward Vazha Kechakmadze (196-2006) chipped in 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Five Rustavi players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was guard Jaba Jabakhidze (194-2005) with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds and guard Nikoloz Kenkadze (185-2005) scored 17 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. 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. Rustavi have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Kutaisi and Zaza. Overtime lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with three games lost. Rustavi will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Overtime's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tbilisi to the arena Zaza. Top scorers: Overtime: J.Jaba 26+11reb+1ast, K.Nikoloz 17+7reb+4ast, T.Zurab 12+3reb+2ast, Z.Aleksandre 5+1ast, B.Giorgi 3+1reb+1ast, B.Giorgi 2+3reb Rustavi: K.Vazha 18+8reb+4ast, G.Davit 17+6reb+9ast, G.Badri 17+7reb+4ast, M.Davit 15+8reb+1ast, G.Nikoloz 10+6reb+2ast, C.Nikoloz 6+1reb+4ast Zaza - Telavi 69-53 No shocking result in a game in Tbilisi where fourth ranked Zaza (3-1) defeated bottom-ranked Telavi (0-4) 69-53 on Sunday. Zaza forced 20 Telavi turnovers and outrebounded them 44-31 including a 30-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Forward Saba Narimanidze (205-2005) scored 20 points and 9 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Levan Dzindzibadze (193-2005) chipped in 17 points during the contest. Zaza's coach Giorgi Chachkhiani used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was forward Kakhaber Iagorashvili (193-2005) with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 14 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals and guard Shota Chavelashvili (186-2006) scored 20 points and 7 rebounds. Zaza keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Kutaisi and Rustavi. Loser Telavi still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Gori and Brooklyn. Zaza's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tbilisi Overtime. Top scorers: Telavi: C.Shota 20+7reb+1ast, I.Kakhaber 10+14reb+4ast, S.Nika 9+7reb+11ast, S.Levan 8+2reb+1ast, E.Tengo 6+1reb, C.Luka 0 Zaza: N.Saba 20+9reb+2ast, D.Levan 17+4reb+2ast, E.Otar 9+3reb+3ast, P.Giorgi 7+6reb, G.Ioseb 5+6reb+2ast, S.Shio 5+2reb+3ast Wings - Brooklyn 75-38 Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Tbilisi: Wings (#1) and Brooklyn (#6). Wings (5-0) smashed visiting Brooklyn (0-4) by 37 points 75-38. The game without a history. Wings led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Brooklyn to just 4 points in third quarter. Wings dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Brooklyn's 26. Wings forced 29 Brooklyn turnovers and outrebounded them 53-27 including a 18-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a good game for forward Giorgi Nikolaevi (198-2007) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 18 rebounds. Guard Andria Mdinaradze (180-2006) contributed with 19 points and 4 steals for the winners. Forward Dachi Meshveldishvili (195-2007) replied with 7 points and 7 rebounds and forward Giorgi Abutidze (188-2005) added 10 points in the effort for Brooklyn. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Wings have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 5-0 record. Brooklyn at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Telavi and Gori. Wings' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tbilisi to the arena Sokhumi. Top scorers: Brooklyn: A.Giorgi 10+1reb+1ast, G.Giorgi 8+1reb, M.Dachi 7+7reb+2ast, D.Luka 4+5reb+1ast, X.Avtandil 3+2reb, G.Nikoloz 3+3reb Wings: M.Andria 19+3reb+2ast, G.Nikoloz 15+4reb+2ast, N.Giorgi 13+18reb+2ast, P.Vache 6+2ast, T.Saba 6+1reb+3ast, A.Irakli 6+13reb+4ast Sokhumi - Gori 86-77 Rather expected game in Tbilisi where bottom-ranked Gori (0-4) was defeated by fourth ranked Sokhumi (2-1) 86-77 on Wednesday. Gori trailed by 13 points after 3 quarters before a 20-16 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 77-86 at the end of the game. Sokhumi shot 20 for 39 from the free-throw line, while Gori only scored three points from the stripe. Sokhumi forced 31 Gori turnovers. Strangely Gori outrebounded Sokhumi 66-51 including a 29-16 advantage in offensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Sokhumi made 9 blocks. Guard Shalva Meunargia (193-2005) scored 35 points (!!!), 8 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and forward Giorgi Zurabishvili (198-2006) chipped in 30 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Sandro Zaridze (193-2005) with a double-double by scoring 27 points and 12 rebounds and point guard Nugzar Butkhuzi (183-2005) scored 10 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. Four Gori players scored in double figures. Gori's coach Ioseb Khachiuri tested eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Sokhumi moved-up to third place. Loser Gori still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Telavi and Brooklyn. Sokhumi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tbilisi Wings. Top scorers: Gori: Z.Sandro 27+12reb+2ast, M.Saba 16+3reb+2ast, C.Demetre 10+15reb+2ast, B.Nugzar 10+9reb+8ast, G.Alexandre 8+3reb+1ast, G.Data 2+8reb+1ast Sokhumi: M.Shalva 35+8reb+5ast, Z.Giorgi 30+8reb+4ast, G.Giorgi 13+12reb+4ast, A.Nika 6+6reb, I.Sandro 2+4reb, C.Vano 0 Basco - Tbilisi 54-91 An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Batumi. Second ranked Tbilisi faced 3rd ranked Basco. Guests from Tbilisi (4-1) smashed host Basco (2-2) 91-54. The game was mostly controlled by Tbilisi. Basco managed to win second period 18-15. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Basco to just 7 points in third quarter. Tbilisi dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Basco's 26. Tbilisi forced 25 Basco turnovers and outrebounded them 60-30 including a 25-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. Forward Lazare Robakidze (192) had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Giorgi Darchia (185) chipped in 9 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was Nika Svanidze (-2005) with 21 points and Sergi Shavishvili (-2005) scored 11 points and 6 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. Tbilisi have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 4-1 record behind leader Rustavi. Loser Basco dropped to the fourth place with two games lost. Tbilisi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tbilisi Brooklyn. Top scorers: Basco: S.Nika 21+3reb+2ast, S.Sergi 11+6reb+1ast, S.Saba 9+4reb, J.Luka 5+5reb+5ast, X.Levan 4+1reb+2ast, S.Lado 3+3reb Tbilisi: X.Otar 17+5reb+1ast, R.Lazare 16+11reb, M.Andria 13+5reb+3ast, M.Beka 10+2reb+2ast, D.Giorgi 9+10reb+7ast, K.Ioane 9+5reb |
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| Nick Weiler-Babb claims German BBL weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 27-year old shooting guard had the game-high 23 points adding five rebounds and five assists for Bayern in his team's victory, helping them to crush Chemnitz (#7, 10-8) with 21-point margin 79-58. Bayern maintains the 3rd position in German BBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Bayern will need more victories to improve their 14-5 record. In the team's last game Weiler-Babb had a remarkable six three-pointers out of 7 attempts. He has many years of experience at Bayern, through which he has constantly improved. Nick Weiler-Babb averages this season 8.2ppg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American swingman Kris Clyburn (198-G/F-1996) of Weissenfels. Clyburn impressed basketball fans with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Of course he led Weissenfels to another comfortable win 98-83 over slightly higher-ranked Wuerzburg (#9, 10-10) being unquestionably team leader. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. But Weissenfels managed to improve slightly their position in standings taking 11th place. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 8-10 record. Clyburn is a newcomer at Weissenfels 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 Harper Kamp (203-PF-1988) of Goettingen (#6). Kamp scored 29 points and grabbed five rebounds. He was a key player of Goettingen, leading his team to a 87-81 win against the lower-ranked Heidelberg (#15, 7-13). Goettingen needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 11 victories and 7 lost games. Kamp has a very solid season. In 17 games in Germany he scored 8.4ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. DeWayne Russell (180-PG-1994) of Oldenburg - 30 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists 5. Jhonathan Dunn (193-PG-1998) of Ludwigsburg - 28 points 6. Eric Washington (183-PG-1993) of Heidelberg - 25 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists 7. Ziga Samar (197-PG-2001) of Hamburg - 15 points, 2 rebounds and 10 assists 8. Harald Frey (188-PG-1997) of Goettingen - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 9. J.J. Frazier (178-PG-1995) of Frankfurt - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists 10. Divine Myles (180-PG-1996) of Braunschweig - 20 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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| Otis Livingston II joins Bayreuth - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu | ||||
Livingston has played also professionally in Denmark (Horsens IC), Serbia (KK Mladost MaxBet Zemun) and North Macedonia (Kumanovo). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his college team made it to the Danish Cup final in 2020. He was also voted Eurobasket.com All-Serbian League Regular Season Import Player of the Year in 2022. Livingston graduated from George Mason University in 2019 and it is his fourth season as a professional player. |
| Jordan Davis (ex Murcia) agreed terms with Hamburg - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu | ||||
Davis has been also a member of Azerbaijani international program for some years. He has regularly played for Azerbaijani senior team since 2022 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2017. Davis represented Azerbaijan at the FIBA European Championship for Small Countries in Ta' Qali (Malta) last year. Davis' team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 3 games: Score-5 (19.0ppg), 4.7rpg, 4.0apg, Steals-4 (2.0spg), FGP: 42.1%, 3PT: 30.8%, FT: 52.0%. He has played also professionally in Israel (Hapoel Tel Aviv) and Germany (Rasta Vechta). Davis won Regional championship title in 2014 and 2015. Among many awards he received All-Big Sky Conf. Player of the Year award back in 2019. He graduated from University of Northern Colorado in 2019 and it is his fourth season in pro basketball. |
| Trey Drechsel (EWE Baskets) Has Found His Love For The Game Again And His Versatility Continues to Be Valued Highly Overseas - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber |
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Trey Drechsel (198-SG-1996, college: GCU) is a 26 year old 198cm guard from Bothel, Washington playing his fourth professional season and first in Germany with easyCredit BBL team EWE Baskets Oldenburg. Last season he played with BM Stal Ostrow Wielkopolski (Poland-EBL) averaging 10.5ppg, 4.9rpg, 1.7apg, Steals-5 (1.5spg), FGP: 49.6%, 3PT: 42.1%, FT: 75.5%. He played his first 2 professional seasons with KK Mladost Z Admiral Zemun (Serbia-KLS) averaging 18.0pp), Reb-4 (7.6rpg), 3.2apg, Steals-4 (1.7spg), FGP: 57.2%, 3PT: 33.6%, FT: 84.9% and in his second season averaged 22.6ppg, 6.7rpg, 4.9apg, 2.0spg, 2FGP: 56.2%, 3FGP: 44.9%, FT: 78.7%. He began his basketball career at Cedar Park Christian High School and then played at Western Washington University (NCAA 2) playing a total of 59 games. He played his senior year at Grand Canyon State University (NCAA) averaging 8.1ppg, 5.7rpg, 2.4apg, FGP: 51.4%, 3PT: 29.2%, FT: 68.6%. he spoke to eurobasket after the 87-79 win over the Fraport Skyliners. Congrats Trey on the 87-79 win against the Fraport Skyliners. Was this a good warm up game for the cup weekend? We take each game to get better. The game against Frankfurt was important for us to get the 2 new guys better integrated into our system. We are really looking forward to the cup weekend. We are very focused. The EWE Baskets Oldenburg seemed in control in the first quarter but the Fraport Skyliners closed out the first quarter with a lightening 9-2 run led by Quantez Robertson. You probably heart stories about Rickey Paulding and his 15 years of service while Robertson is in his 14th season. Is it hard for you to understand how it is possible to remain with one club so long with the temptation of money? I think that it is hard to imagine anyone being in one place for 15 years. Making one place your home for so long is a strange concept. I'm not opposed to doing that. It is incredible to see the impact that Rickey Paulding has in Oldenburg. When I walk into a coffee shop and people see the EWE logo, they don't ask about the club, but about Rickey. In the second quarter the EWE Baskets Oldenburg got easy basket after easy basket in the paint. Did the scouting report have Frankfurt as a weak 1-1 defensive team? Not necessarily. We try to make quick decisions. Dewayne Russell did a good job finding guys and attacking long close outs. I think we used good 1-1 situations and attacked it. The third quarter ended very tight despite Oldenburg leading by as much as 10 points. How frustrating was it letting Frankfurt hang around? It is tough. Part of us are locked in and we re trying to grow as a team. We need to develop that killer instinct. When we are playing against a team like Frankfurt, we have to be able to extend our lead to 20 points. We can't give a team like them hope to be able to come back into the game. At 68-68 the EWE Baskets Oldenburg took the lead and never gave it up again. It seemed like the team got support from everyone in securing the win? We have a team that when we are all on the same page and have the momentum, then it is contagious. We also have great emotional leaders with Dewayne Russell and Max DiLeo. We all play off each other. The EWE Baskets Oldenburg started off really well in to the season at 8-2, but since been up and down and are 7-6. How do you summarize the last few months? I think that it has been a long grueling season. We have had many injuries and the most that I have ever seen in my career. It has been hard finding a rhythm. It has been tough preparing for games when we have only 8 guys in practice. I think that we have held adversary well and have won most of the games against teams we have to beat. We have to learn to beat the better teams in the league and establish ourselves at a higher level. I think that we are on a good way to doing that. What kind of an experience has it been for you playing for head coach Pedro Calles. Where ever he has coached in Germany, good things have happened. How has he helped your game most? Pedro is such a high level person. There is never a let down in understanding details and the process matters. I like how he evaluates discipline and his attention to detail. He demands a lot from us and shows up every day fully locked in and committed to excellence. He is the favorite coach that I have had so far. The club has signed 2 new players with Hassani Gravett and Shakur Juiston. How have you experienced their play and what have you appreciated most from their games in the early going? It is really tough to join a team in the middle of the season and be thrown into games. I think that both have been adjusting well and learning each day. Both are very versatile. Shakur can defend multiple positions and Hassani has good physical tools. I think that both will help us a lot. How excited are to be going for your second professional title in Oldenburg this weekend? You won your first title last season in Poland which was also a cup. I think that titles are great, but for me it's more about playing against high level teams and keep working on things. It is really cool that it is in Oldenburg. We want to make the city proud. You won a nail bitter against Ludwigsburg recently by 4 points. What kind of game can we await this time and what will key to winning the cup? The first half in Ludwigsburg was the worst we had this season. We gutted out the win. Ludwigsburg has a dynamic offense and have many guys that can attack. We have to constantly be alert on defense. It will be a physical game. They will want revenge. You have put up solid stats of 14/4/2 stats in the EasyCredit BBL a league above Serbia and Poland where you played recently. How content have you been with your game I think that content isn't a good word. I'm really proud that I have found my love for the game again after the last year didn't go the way I thought it would. I think that my attention to details has shown in my game, but I have so much more to offer. I know results will follow as I want to take my game to a high level. You have always been a good three point shooter but in Germany your percentages are a bit down. On what are you focusing on most at the moment with your outside shooting? Shooting percentages can be deceiving. I have taken more shots at the end of the shot clock which are tougher to make. I had two really bad shooting games against Ludwigsburg and Rostock. I'm sure my percentages will creep up again soon. I can't overthink. I just will continue to do what I do and things will fall in place. You played last season with BM Stal Ostrow Wielkopolski (Poland-EBL) averaging 10.5ppg, 4.9rpg, 1.7apg, Steals-5 (1.5spg), FGP: 49.6%, 3PT: 42.1%, FT: 75.5%. You lost a tough playoff series against Legia losing by a combined point total in 3 games by only 11 points. Is this one of those series that you will always remember? It was a weird situation. We came into that series on a wining streak, but guys were exhausted and worn out. It was a competitive series, but not one I want to remember having been swept. You played your first 2 professional seasons with KK Mladost Z Admiral Zemun (Serbia-KLS) putting up great stats. What do you remember being your wake up call to being a rookie overseas where you knew that you were far away from home? I tore my MCL because I slipped on water. Coach gave the warning but in Serbish. Going through an injury and not knowing the language was very difficult. I was scared to leave the apartment. The whole experience made me stronger and I'm very thankful for it. How tough was it ending the season with top team Partizan and then having to play your ex team and beat them in the playoffs? It was super weird. I had to switch jerseys in warm ups to accept the MVP trophy. I broke my hand in the second game and the bones broke in 6 different pieces. It was a gruesome injury. There were a lot of emotions involved. You played at Western Washington for 3 years. You missed a lot of games in your first 2 seasons but won the GNAC title. In your last season you put up great numbers and played 34 games. How did you benefit most from these 3 years? I had foot problems there which led to injuries. I played many different positions there. My freshman year I played the 4 and a little of the 5 because we had many injuries. My second year I played mainly the 2-3 positions. In my third year I played the point guard position. I learn to lead a team, was able to play different roles and took on responsibility. Being able to play so many different positions really paid off for me. Versatility is valued so much in Europe. It was also the first time that I played with high level guys. You finished at Grand Canyon (NCAA). What was it like going there coming from the NCAA 2? I went there with the impression that I would play a big role the way Dewayne Russell did, but it didn't turn out like that for me. I think I wasn't ready for division 1 yet as it is a lot different than division 2. I think going there was really important for me because it was a good transition being away from my family. This helped me grow and transition well to overseas. How did Dan Majerle groom and prepare you best for a professional basketball career? He taught me how to be mentally tough. He was a ruthless coach. I didn't handle it well, but he prepared me for Serbia. Dan was like an angel compared to what I saw in Serbia. He helped me to handle intense coaching and still be able to perform at a high level. Who was the best player that you faced in the NCAA that reached the NBA? Markelle Fultz and Myles Powell. Is Lebron James now the GOAT over Michael Jordan because he became the NBA's all-time leading scorer? For Sure Lebron. He has been my GOAT for sometime. Thanks Trey for the chat. |
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| Aleksandar Vezenkov claims Greek GBL Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 27-year old forward had a double-double of 18 points and thirteen rebounds, while his team outclassed Ionikos (#9, 4-12) with 32-point margin 100-68. It allowed Olympiacos to consolidate first place in the Greek GBL. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is already in a full swing and Olympiacos still have not lost a single game, getting all 15 victories. In the team's last game Vezenkov had a remarkable 72.7% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Olympiacos, through which he has constantly improved. Vezenkov has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (3rd best: 16.4ppg) and averages solid 66.3% FGP and 48.6% from behind 3-point line. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American forward Chris Coffey (201-F-1997, agency: One Motive Sports) of Kolossos HH. Coffey impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 20 points and 15 rebounds. Bad luck as Kolossos HH lost that game 82-89 to the higher-ranked PAOK (#4, 9-7). This loss caused Kolossos HH to drop to 8th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 8-7 record is not bad and everything may still change. Coffey is a newcomer at Kolossos HH and despite he is not a team leader yet, every game he becomes more reliable player. Hopefully performances like the last one will happen more often. The third best performed player last round was Dutch Yannick Franke (197-G-1996) of PAOK (#4). Franke scored 21 points and grabbed eight rebounds. He was a key player of PAOK, leading his team to a 89-82 win against the lower-ranked Kolossos HH (#8, 8-7). PAOK needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 9 victories and 7 lost games. Franke has a great season in Greece. After 16 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.3ppg (6th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. RJ Cole (185-G-1999) of Lavrio - 23 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Savion Flagg (201-G/F-1999) of Lavrio - 12 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Arnoldas Kulboka (208-SF-1998) of Promitheas - 22 points and 7 rebounds 7. JD Notae (188-G-1998) of Aris - 26 points and 6 rebounds 8. Roberto Gallinat (191-G-1996) of Karditsas - 24 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Sayeed Pridgett (196-G-1998) of Karditsas - 20 points and 7 rebounds 10. Miro Bilan (213-C-1989) of Peristeri - 17 points, 11 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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| Reggie Jackson signs at the Nuggets - by Eurobasket News | |||
In 2011 he was drafted by Oklahoma City Thunder in first round (24th overall). The former Boston star is in his twelfth (!!!) season in pro basketball. Jackson has spent his entire career in NBA playing for two other teams: Detroit Pistons and OKC Thunder. He won NBA Northwest Division championship title in 2013 and 2014. |
| Best players of Italian Serie B round 19 - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 27-year old power forward had a double-double of 35 points and thirteen rebounds, while his team outclassed, the league's bottom-ranked team Pozzuoli (#16, 0-19) with 33-point margin 106-73. Thanks to this victory Sant Antimo moved-up to the 5th position in Italian Serie B. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Sant Antimo will need more victories to improve their 13-6 record. In the team's last game Gloria had a remarkable 78.6% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Mirko Gloria averages this season 10.4ppg and 5.5rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young former international power forward Tommaso Fantoni (206-F/C-1985, agency: Players Group) of second-ranked Livorno Libertas. Fantoni impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 27 points and 12 rebounds. It was enough for Livorno Libertas to edge the lower-ranked Montecatiniterme (#13, 7-12) by 4 points 70-66. This victory allowed Livorno Libertas to move up to second position in Group A. His team's 15-4 record is not bad at all. Fantoni is a newcomer at Livorno Libertas 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 Argentinian Diego Corral (203-C-1986, agency: Interperformances) of Taranto (#8). Corral scored 24 points and grabbed eight rebounds. Despite Corral's great performance Taranto lost 78-89 to the higher-ranked Caserta BLE (#4, 13-6). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing Taranto needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams in Group D. Their record is 11 victories and 8 lost games. Corral has a very solid season. In 18 games in Italy he scored 15.2ppg. He also has 8.6rpg and FGP: 50.9%. Diego Corral has also Italian passport and can play in the league with a status of domestic player. Other top performing players last week: 4. Edoardo Maresca (198-F-1998) of Lumezzane V. - 24 points and 12 rebounds 5. Dario Zucca (203-F-1996) of Salerno - 23 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Nikola Markovic (197-SF-2000) of Omegna - 31 points and 6 rebounds 7. Shaquille Hidalgo (188-G-1994) of Gallarate - 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists 8. Ricards Klanskis (201-PF-2003) of Cd'Orlando - 15 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Riccardo Coviello (195-F-1988) of Pavia - 22 points and 7 rebounds 10. Leonardo Ciribeni (190-G-1992) of Ancona - 21 points and 9 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| MCC Men sweep North Platte with 78-72 win at home - by Eurobasket News |
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The McCook Community College men applied a steady stream of defensive pressure and offensive balance to pick up a 78-72 win Tuesday over North Platte in the Peter and Dolores Graff Events Center. "I'm really super proud of this group and the way we've been responding as of late," said MCC Coach Jacob Brandl . "I think we have a group now that is showing how close we are to putting everything together when we put our minds to it." MCC led at the half 42-37 and most of the second half was played with MCC leading in the three to seven-point range. "Offensively I thought we did a good job of taking easy shots," Brandl said. "Anytime you shoot 50 percent for the game, you're happy with that. Rebounds were pretty even, and we didn't turn the ball over." MCC finished the game making 32 of 64 shots, (four of 17 from 3-point territory) and 10 of 16 from the free throw line. Both teams had 37 rebounds, MCC turned the ball over 11 times. North Platte shot 37.1 percent for the game, made five of 18 3-pointers (27.8 percent) and made 21 of 28 free throws (75 percent). The Knights had 14 turnovers. "The thing I'm most proud about is holding them to 37 percent shooting from the field," Brandl said. "That was big, I thought our defensive plan was working and even as guys went down with foul trouble and injuries, I thought our defense stayed solid and locked in." MCC had 21 fouls in the game with two players fouling out and two more with four fouls. "If we don't foul them like we did, they probably only score in the 50s or low 60s. We have to keep adding to that and stay hungry," Brandl said. MCC won the first match of the year between these two teams in North Platte 73-63 on Jan. 24. "The starters get a lot of credit and rightfully so, but our bench was outstanding," Brandl said. He cited the bench minutes of freshman Kolton Hager (6'4''-F/G) (Wallace, Neb.), freshman Zeki Cavli (Bodrum, Turkey), sophomore Cameron Nyarko (6'7''-G) (London, England) and Jah-Keish Demby (6'6''-G) (Wilmington, Del.). "Kolton Hager comes in played really well, had a wide-open look that he just missed. He guarded guys and didn't get abused in there," said Brandl. "Same thing with Zeki. He shot was off tonight, but he had two of the biggest assists of the night." Cavli finished with two points, two rebounds and two assists while Nyarko scored five points and had seven rebounds. "Camron's been up and down with his minutes, but he comes in and gets five points and seven rebounds and Jah-Keish was productive," Brandl said. Demby had six points and three rebounds. "Those are the types of things that really sticks out to me, our bench guys being ready and staying hungry when their number's called and I think that's the sign of a together team," said Brandl. Four of five MCC starters scored in double-figures. Sophomore Simon Akena (6'6''-F-2000) (Stockholm, Sweden) led the way with 17 points. William Humer (6'10''-C-2002) (Sollentuna, Sweden) scored 16 points. Freshman Noah Boyed (7'0''-C) (Castries, St. Lucia) scored 12 points with 11 rebounds. Madit Lueeth (Edmonton Alberta, Canada) was limited to five points in 14 minutes. "Simon had another great game offensively and guarded the heck out of their guys, William really stepped up tonight and Noah Boyed has been dominant, and Madit was having a great game before he went out with an injury - hopefully he'll be back healthy soon," Freshman Martel Evans (Omaha Creighton Prep) scored 15 points. "Martel had a fantastic game," Brandl said. MCC improves to 9-16 and 4-4 in the Region IX South standings and 3-2 in the NCCAC NP falls to 11-11, 2-6 in the south standings and 2-3 in the Nebraska Conference. In other Region IX action Tuesday, Trinidad State beat Lamar 98-79 and Northeastern Junior College nipped Western Nebraska 83-81. Trinidad State now leads the south at 9-0 with four teams (Western Nebraska, Otero, MCC, Northeastern) all tied for second place at 4-4. Lamar and North Platte are 2-6. "Hopefully we can use these last few games as a springboard to the generate some momentum toward the end of the season and the Region IX Tournament.," Brandl said. "We just have to keep improving, keep getting better On Thursday MCC will play its final home game of the season, taking on Northeastern Junior College at 7:30 p.m. That is also sophomore recognition night. On Saturday MCC goes to Scottsbluff to take on Western Nebraska and on Monday MCC wraps up the NCCAC schedule in Columbus against Central Community College. "Everything we want is in front of us we just have to stay hungry and humble," Brandl said.
Courtesy of: mccookcc.prestosports.com |
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| Donte McGill (ex Barsy Atyrau) signs at Al Wakrah - by Ahmad Madwar | |||
In 2017 he was drafted by Lakeland Magic (G-League) in fourth round (81st overall). McGill graduated from Florida International University and it is his sixth season in pro basketball. He has played previously professionally in Poland (Stal) and NBA G League (Delaware Blue Coats). McGill attended previously one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on he way to pro basketball. |
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| Best players of Kosovan Superliga round 21 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 25-year old forward had a double-double of 17 points and fifteen rebounds, while his team beat Vellaznimi (#6, 8-13) 80-65. Bashkimi is placed at 5th position in Kosovan Superliga. Bashkimi is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 8-12 record. In the team's last game Lekndreaj had a remarkable 71.4% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Lekndreaj has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (8th best: 7.8rpg) and averages solid 57.0% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young international power forward Drilon Hajrizi (202-PF-1991) of Trepca. Hajrizi impressed basketball fans with 14 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Of course he led Trepca to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Prizreni (#7, 6-13) 88-60. Trepca's 4th position in the standings has not changed. His team's 11-9 record is not bad at all. Hajrizi is well-known by Trepca 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 15.0ppg (#8). He also registered 7.3 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was American Derrick Wilson (185-PG-1992) of Prishtina (#3). Wilson scored 23 points and grabbed six rebounds. Despite Wilson's great performance Prishtina lost 72-74 to #1 ranked Peja. But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The last thing Prishtina needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 14 victories and 5 lost games. Wilson has a great season in Kosovo. After 18 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 5.1apg (5th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Jalen Tate (198-SF-1998) of Peja - 19 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists 5. Andrew Gordon (208-C/F-1997) of Trepca - 10 points and 9 rebounds 6. Damonte Dodd (211-C/F-1994) of Vellaznimi - 8 points and 15 rebounds 7. Gezim Morina (204-PF-1992) of Ylli - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Fisnik Rugova (207-C/F-1989) of Bashkimi - 11 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Dardan Berisha (190-SG-1988) of Prishtina - 22 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists 10. Gary Blackston (188-G-1996) of Rahoveci - 13 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Lebanese LBL round 18 best performance: Ibrahima Thomas (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 35-year old player had a double-double of 33 points and 15 rebounds, while his team beat Al Riyadi (#4, 12-3) 87-79. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Dynamo to consolidate first place in the Lebanese LBL. Dynamo has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the championship title. They improved their record to 15-1. In the team's last game Thomas had a remarkable 55.6% from 2-point range and got six three-pointers out of 13 attempts. He turned to be Dynamo's top player in his first season with the team. Former University of Cincinnati star has very solid stats this year. Thomas is in league's top in rebounds (6th best: 8.4rpg) and averages impressive 1.3bpg,60.0% FGP and 44.6% from behind 3-point line. The second best player in last round's games was young American Cliff Alexander (203-C/F-1995, agency: MSG) of league's second-best Sagesse. Alexander had a very good evening with a double-double of 26 points and 16 rebounds. Bad luck as Sagesse lost that game 73-83 to slightly higher-ranked Dynamo (#1, 15-1). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Sagesse still maintains its place in the top 2 of the standings, even despite this loss. It was just his team's 2nd loss this season, while they won 14 other games. Alexander is a newcomer at Sagesse, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 25.0ppg (#2). He also registered 13.8 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was American guard Myles Carter (185-G-1999) of Atlas (#10). Carter got into 30-points club by scoring 31 points in the last round. He went also for six rebounds and eight assists. Despite Carter's great performance Atlas lost 76-95 to the higher-ranked Beirut Club (#3, 14-2). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. Atlas can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 4-12 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Too bad for Carter he does not play for a better team. But maybe if he did, his season stats would not be that high. Carter has individually a great season in Lebanon. After 15 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 23.9ppg (5th best), rebounds with 7.7rpg (8th best) and assists with 4.7apg (8th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Jimmy Salem (190-G-1995) of Champville - 29 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Jordan Jackson (190-G-1997) of Antranik - 33 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Christophe Khalil (192-G/F-1999) of Liders - 27 points and 13 rebounds 7. Mason Harrell (203-F/C-1997) of Atlas - 20 points and 18 rebounds 8. Amir Saoud (186-G-1991) of Al Riyadi - 26 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Wael Arakji (194-G-1994) of Al Riyadi - 26 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Phillip Rankin (203-F-1995) of Byblos - 24 points and 20 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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| Freeman's 27 points and 7 rebounds give him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 27 points adding seven rebounds and two assists for Nevezis in his team's victory, helping them to beat Jonava (#6, 11-9) 91-83. Nevezis maintains the 8th position in Lithuanian league. Nevezis is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 9-11 record. Freeman turned to be Nevezis' top player in his first season with the team. Deshawn Freeman averages this season 16.2ppg and 5.2rpg. Second best performed player last round was Deividas Gailius (200-F-1988, agency: Octagon Europe) of Neptunas. He is international forward in his second season at Neptunas. In the last game Gailius recorded impressive 30 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. It was enough for Neptunas to edge the higher-ranked Juventus (#4, 13-6) by 1 point 98-97. Neptunas' 9th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 8-11 record. Gailius is well-known at Neptunas and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders. Third place about best performers goes to swingman Martynas Varnas (196-G/F-1997) of Siauliai (#7). Varnas scored 25 points and passed four assists. He was a key player of Siauliai, leading his team to a 107-102 win against the higher-ranked Wolves (#3, 13-6). Siauliai needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 10 victories and 9 lost games. Varnas has a very solid season. In 18 games in Lithuania he scored 14.0ppg. He also has 3.7apg, FGP: 54.2% and 3PT: 48.5%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Justinas Jogminas (197-PF-1997) of Prienai - 21 points and 7 rebounds 5. Martynas Echodas (206-C-1997) of Rytas - 20 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Gytis Masiulis (206-PF-1998) of Rytas - 18 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Gyorgy Goloman (211-F-1996) of Lietkabelis - 16 points and 7 rebounds 8. Jonas Zohore (210-C-1991) of Siauliai - 16 points and 8 rebounds 9. Elvar Fridriksson (182-PG-1994) of Rytas - 22 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Benedek Varadi (194-G-1995) of Rytas - 15 points, 3 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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| U18 League Round 16: VKM lose to Panevezio - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most important game in the last round took place in Panevezio between second ranked VKM (11-4) and eighth ranked Panevezio (7-9) on Tuesday night. VKM was crushed by Panevezio on the road 80-100. The game was mostly controlled by Panevezio. VKM managed to win third quarter 21-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to VKM's 38. Panevezio forced 21 VKM turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Arnas Strikulys (188-2005) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 29 points and 12 rebounds. Guard Nikas Stuknys (194-2005) contributed with 24 points, 5 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals (made all of his seven free throws) for the winners. Swingman Martynas Paltanavicius (192-2005) replied with 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for VKM. VKM's coach Vytenis Tupciauskas rotated twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Panevezio maintains eighth position with 7-9 record. VKM at the other side keeps the second place with four games lost. They share the position with SKM I. Panevezio are looking forward to face Perkunas (#9) in Kaunas in the next round. VKM's supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Vilniaus to the arena SKM I. D7 top team - VKKM (14-2) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed eleventh ranked Marijampoles (2-10) in Vilniaus 106-47. Worth to mention a quality performance of point guard Justas Ziubrys (183-2005) who helped to win the game recording 38 points (!!!) and Kristupas Lesciauskas who added 13 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists during the contest. At the losing side point guard Adrijus Janciauskas (181-2005) responded with 18 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. VKKM have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 14-2 record. Marijampoles at the other side keeps the eleventh place with ten games lost. VKKM will play against Plunges (#12) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Marijampoles will play against Saule and hopes to get back on the winning track. D7 top team - VKKM (14-2) managed to deliver another win on Friday. This time they beat seventh ranked Zalgiris II (9-7) in Kaunas 86-75. The winners were led by Kristupas Lesciauskas who scored that evening 20 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 8 steals. Even a double-double of 13 points and 13 rebounds by Arminas Bareckas did not help to save the game for Zalgiris II. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. VKKM have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 14-2 record. Loser Zalgiris II dropped to the sixth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Tornado KM. VKKM will meet Plunges (#12) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Zalgiris II's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Kaunas to the arena Zalgiris. Other games in round 16 were not that significant. Tornado KM beat Saule on the road 64-57. Tornado KM lost to SKM I on its own court 68-74. Birzu was outscored by Saule in Siauliai 77-117. Perkunas was rolled over Zalgiris at home 72-123. Plunges was defeated by Zalgiris II on the opponent's court 87-78. Saule - Tornado KM 57-64 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when fifth ranked Tornado KM (9-7) beat 4th ranked Saule (10-5) in Siauliai 64-57 on Tuesday. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning the initial quarter 16-11. But Saule won second period 13-11. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Saule 51-39 including 20 on the offensive glass. The winners were led by power forward Emilis Baltrimavicius (203-2005) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 10 points and 17 rebounds and Armandas Bancevicius (-2006) supported him with 12 points and 11 rebounds. Four Tornado KM players scored in double figures. Even 16 points and 5 assists by point guard Deividas Zukauskas (162-2005) did not help to save the game for Saule. Joris Kacinskas (-2005) added 11 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Despite that victory Tornado KM went down to sixth position due to points difference, which they share with Zalgiris II. Loser Saule keeps the fourth place with five games lost. Tornado KM will meet Birzu (#10) in the next round. Saule will play against Marijampoles (#11) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Tornado KM: K.Gustas 14+6reb+4ast, L.Kasparas 13+7reb, B.Armandas 12+11reb+3ast, B.Emilis 10+17reb+2ast, R.Jokubas 5+4reb+1ast, B.Edvinas 4+3reb+1ast Saule: Z.Deividas 16+3reb+5ast, K.Joris 11+7reb+3ast, S.Sarunas 9+8reb, S.Yehor 6+9reb+5ast, P.Danilas 6+1reb, B.Natas 5+2reb Tornado KM - SKM I 68-74 Rather expected game when 5th ranked Tornado KM (9-7) lost to third ranked SKM I (11-4) in Kaunas 68-74 on Sunday. The guests trailed by 16 points after three quarters before their 32-10 charge, which allowed them to win the game. The winners were led by forward Nojus Kuliesa (185) who scored that evening 32 points and 5 assists and forward Ernestas Matulevic (200-2005) supported him with 14 points and 14 rebounds. SKM I's coach Ignas Pagalys used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 13 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists by Armandas Bancevicius (-2006) did not help to save the game for Tornado KM. Point guard Edvinas Bublys (181-2005) added 12 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Four Tornado KM players scored in double figures. SKM I moved-up to second place, which they share with VKM. Loser Tornado KM dropped to the sixth position with seven games lost. They share it with Zalgiris II. SKM I's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Vilniaus VKM. Top scorers: SKM I: K.Nojus 32+4reb+5ast, M.Ernestas 14+14reb, C.Kristupas 12+8reb+5ast, Z.Ignas 6+2reb+1ast, P.Deividas 6+5reb+1ast, D.Mantas 2+2reb+2ast Tornado KM: B.Emilis 14+4reb+3ast, B.Armandas 13+9reb+5ast, B.Edvinas 12+7reb+3ast, J.Gediminas 10+3reb+3ast, R.Jokubas 8+1reb+1ast, L.Kasparas 5+5reb+2ast VKKM - Marijampoles 106-47 D7 top team - VKKM (14-2) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed eleventh ranked Marijampoles (2-10) in Vilniaus 106-47. The game was mostly controlled by VKKM. Marijampoles was better in fourth quarter 14-10. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Marijampoles to just 7 points in first quarter. VKKM held Marijampoles to an opponent 24.1 percent shooting from the field compared to 43.0 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Marijampoles 63-44 including a 42-30 advantage in defensive rebounds. VKKM players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Marijampoles' players. Worth to mention a quality performance of point guard Justas Ziubrys (183-2005) who helped to win the game recording 38 points (!!!) and guard Kristupas Lesciauskas (190-2005) who added 13 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists during the contest. Five VKKM players scored in double figures. At the losing side point guard Adrijus Janciauskas (181-2005) responded with 18 points and Tadas Pultinevicius (-2005) scored 9 points and 6 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. VKKM have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 14-2 record. Marijampoles at the other side keeps the eleventh place with ten games lost. VKKM will play against Plunges (#12) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Marijampoles will play against Saule and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: VKKM: Z.Justas 38+4reb+1ast, Z.Tomas 19+10reb+3ast, Z.Vygantas 14+10reb+1ast, L.Kristupas 13+11reb+11ast, B.Kristupas 13+10reb+6ast, S.Lukas 4+6reb Marijampoles: J.Adrijus 18+4reb+1ast, P.Tadas 9+6reb, S.Matas 6+4reb+1ast, J.Kasparas 5+6reb+1ast, Z.Dziugas 4+2reb, C.Justas 3+5reb Zalgiris II - VKKM 75-86 D7 top team - VKKM (14-2) managed to deliver another win on Friday. This time they beat seventh ranked Zalgiris II (9-7) in Kaunas 86-75. The game was mostly controlled by VKKM. Zalgiris II managed to win third quarter 24-20. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. VKKM forced 20 Zalgiris II turnovers and outrebounded them 52-40 including a 39-27 advantage in defensive rebounds. The winners were led by guard Kristupas Lesciauskas (190-2005) who scored that evening 20 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 8 steals and swingman Tomas Zelenskij (195-2005) supported him with 14 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists. Four VKKM players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 13 points and 13 rebounds by Arminas Bareckas (-2005) did not help to save the game for Zalgiris II. Liutauras Serkevicius (-2005) added 20 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. VKKM have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 14-2 record. Loser Zalgiris II dropped to the sixth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Tornado KM. VKKM will meet Plunges (#12) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Zalgiris II's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Kaunas to the arena Zalgiris. Top scorers: VKKM: Z.Justas 21+5reb+2ast, L.Kristupas 20+7reb+5ast, Z.Tomas 14+12reb+5ast, B.Kristupas 14+6reb+2ast, G.Kristupas 7+10reb+1ast, M.Marijus 5+4reb Zalgiris II: S.Liutauras 20+5reb+1ast, R.Elvinas 18+4reb+1ast, B.Arminas 13+13reb+2ast, U.Aidas 7+3reb+1ast, M.Eimantas 4+1ast, K.Airidas 4+1reb Panevezio - VKM 100-80 The most important game in the last round took place in Panevezio between second ranked VKM (11-4) and eighth ranked Panevezio (7-9) on Tuesday night. VKM was crushed by Panevezio on the road 80-100. The game was mostly controlled by Panevezio. VKM managed to win third quarter 21-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to VKM's 38. Panevezio forced 21 VKM turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Arnas Strikulys (188-2005) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 29 points and 12 rebounds. Guard Nikas Stuknys (194-2005) contributed with 24 points, 5 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals (made all of his seven free throws) for the winners. Four Panevezio players scored in double figures. Swingman Martynas Paltanavicius (192-2005) replied with 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and swingman Arturas Vilutis (193-2005) added 13 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for VKM. VKM's coach Vytenis Tupciauskas rotated twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Panevezio maintains eighth position with 7-9 record. VKM at the other side keeps the second place with four games lost. They share the position with SKM I. Panevezio are looking forward to face Perkunas (#9) in Kaunas in the next round. VKM's supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Vilniaus to the arena SKM I. Top scorers: Panevezio: S.Arnas 29+12reb+1ast, S.Nikas 24+5reb+9ast, S.Arnas 20+8reb+4ast, D.Kristupas 12+8reb+5ast, M.Matas 8+5reb+1ast, G.Dominykas 5+6reb+2ast VKM: K.Emilis 15+1reb+4ast, P.Martynas 13+7reb+4ast, V.Arturas 13+7reb+1ast, P.Titas 8+2reb+3ast, S.Matas 7+1ast, P.Diugas 5+2reb Saule - Birzu 117-77 Very predictable result when fourth ranked Saule (10-5) rolled over 10th ranked Birzu (3-12) in Siauliai 117-77 on Tuesday. The hosts trailed by 7 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 6-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 117-77. Saule dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Birzu's 40. Saule forced 20 Birzu turnovers and outrebounded them 54-42 including 18 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Birzu's players. The winners were led by Joris Kacinskas (-2005) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 27 points and 17 rebounds and point guard Deividas Zukauskas (162-2005) supported him with 33 points (!!!) and 4 assists. Four Saule players scored in double figures. Saule's coach Arunas Kacerauskas felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 26 points and 8 rebounds by guard Dovydas Kacinskas (185-2005) did not help to save the game for Birzu. Danas Rauka (-2005) added 12 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Saule maintains fourth position with 10-5 record. Birzu lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with 12 games lost. Saule will meet Marijampoles (#11) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Birzu will play against Tornado KM and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Saule: Z.Deividas 33+4reb+4ast, K.Joris 27+17reb+2ast, B.Natas 17+5reb+2ast, U.Auridas 13+10reb+11ast, S.Sarunas 8+5reb+2ast, P.Lukas 7+3reb+4ast Birzu: K.Dovydas 26+8reb, U.Domas 14+4reb+1ast, R.Danas 12+5reb+2ast, P.Nojus 8+3reb+5ast, M.Deimantas 7+3reb, M.Danielius 6+11reb+2ast Perkunas - Zalgiris 72-123 Not a big story in a game when 9th ranked Perkunas (4-12) was outscored by sixth ranked Zalgiris (9-6) in Kaunas 123-72 on Wednesday. The game without a history. Zalgiris led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Perkunas' 36. They outrebounded Perkunas 60-28 including a 21-9 advantage in offensive rebounds. Zalgiris looked well-organized offensively handing out 38 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Perkunas' players. The winners were led by center Mantas Kocanas (207-2005) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 27 points and 13 rebounds (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field) and forward Vytautas Zygas (196-2005) supported him with 20 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists. Five Zalgiris players scored in double figures. Zalgiris' coach Remigijus Bardauskas felt very confident that he used 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 31 points and 5 rebounds by Martynas Mejaras (-2005) did not help to save the game for Perkunas. Justas Stasaitis (-2005) added 13 points for lost side. Zalgiris moved-up to fifth place. Perkunas lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with 12 games lost. Zalgiris' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Kaunas Zalgiris II. Top scorers: Zalgiris: K.Mantas 27+13reb+1ast, Z.Vytautas 20+10reb+8ast, V.Nedas 16+2reb+1ast, P.Motiejus 15+2reb, S.Tomas 14+7reb+14ast, R.Jokubas 11+8reb+3ast Perkunas: M.Martynas 31+5reb+2ast, S.Justas 13+1reb+3ast, P.Paulius 11+1reb, M.Eimantas 8+5reb, D.Vincas 5+1reb, V.Laurynas 2+7reb+2ast Zalgiris II - Plunges 87-78 Everything went according to plan when seventh ranked Zalgiris II (9-7) defeated 12th ranked Plunges (2-13) in Kaunas 87-78 on Wednesday. Zalgiris II looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The winners were led by Arminas Bareckas (-2005) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 16 points and 19 rebounds and forward Augustas Navickas (190-2005) supported him with 16 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Zalgiris II players scored in double figures. Zalgiris II's coach Arunas Visockas used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even a double-double of 30 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists by point guard Nojus Radzius (182-2005) did not help to save the game for Plunges. Forward Vincas Pakalniskis (197-2005) added 17 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. Zalgiris II moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Tornado KM. Loser Plunges keeps the twelfth position with 13 games lost. Zalgiris II's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Kaunas to the arena Zalgiris. Top scorers: Zalgiris II: E.Ignas 21+2reb+3ast, S.Liutauras 19+4reb+4ast, N.Augustas 16+11reb+5ast, B.Arminas 16+19reb+2ast, R.Elvinas 6+4reb, M.Eimantas 4+3reb+2ast Plunges: R.Nojus 30+12reb+7ast, P.Vincas 17+11reb+4ast, V.Matas 15+6reb+2ast, L.Mikalauskas 8+3reb+4ast, D.Pijus 6+6reb, S.Jokubas 2+1reb |
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| SPB 2023 - Cocodrilos brings back Tony Mitchell - by Francisco Vega | |||
In 2013 he was drafted by Detroit Pistons (NBA) in second round (37th overall). Mitchell graduated from University of North Texas and it will be his tenth season in pro basketball. He is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball he experienced life in thirteen different countries playing on four different continents. Mitchell is familiar with European, Asian, Latin American and of course North American leagues. He has played previously professionally in Argentina (Instituto), China, Colombia (Hurricanes), France, Israel (Next Urban Maccabi Haifa), Philippines (NLEX Road Warriors), Puerto Rico (Leones), Taiwan (Fubon Braves), Uruguay (Trouville and Urunday), Venezuela (Panteras and Gladiadores), United Arab Emirates (Al Wasl), Dominican Republic (Metros, Pueblo Nuevo, Quisqueya, Leones and Barias) and Mexico (Libertadores and Indomables). Mitchell was also voted to Latinbasket.com Venezuelan LPB All-Imports Team back in 2016 and 2018. He played in the final of Balkan League in 2022. |
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| Best players of Montenegrin Prva B round 15 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 34-year old power forward had a double-double of 26 points and fourteen rebounds, while his team beat Balkanski Ris (#7, 8-6) 81-76. Kotor maintains the 6th position in Montenegrin Prva B. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Kotor will need more victories to improve their 9-4 record. In the team's last game Radonjic had a remarkable 52.9% from 2-point range. He turned to be Kotor's top player in his first season with the team. Radonjic has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (3rd best: 21.8ppg), rebounds (4th best: 10.2rpg) and averages solid 64.4% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was Petar Osmajlic of Lim. Osmajlic impressed basketball fans with 33 points and 3 assists. Of course he led Lim to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Akademik (#9, 3-10) 88-66. Lim's 4th position in the standings has not changed. His team's 10-4 record is not bad at all. Osmajlic is a newcomer at Lim 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 Alex Holcombe (206-F) of top-ranked Pljevlja. Holcombe scored 20 points and grabbed seven rebounds. He was a key player of Pljevlja, leading his team to a 70-67 win against the lower-ranked Ulcinj (#10, 3-10). Many experts and fans count Pljevlja as a contender for championship title. Another victory and another confirmation that they may be right. Just look at their record: 12 victories and only one lost game. They are currently at the very top of the standings. Holcombe has a great season in Montenegro. After 13 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 19.1ppg (7th best) and rebounds with 11.9rpg (2nd best). He also has 3.3bpg and FGP: 72.4%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Holden Redparth (196-G-1997) of Balkanski Ris - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Ivan Jovanovic (210-C-2002) of Kotor - 19 points and 10 rebounds 6. Boris Perucica) of Podgorica 2 - 17 points and 12 rebounds 7. Nikola Bojicic (198-C-2001) of Montenegro - 12 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists 8. Michael Bowers (190-G) of Pljevlja - 20 points and 4 rebounds 9. Dusan Bevenja) of Ulcinj - 24 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Miomir Brakocevic) of Lim - 18 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Bogavac's double-double lands him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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19-year old guard Luka Bogavac (195-G-2003, agency: BeoBasket) had an amazing evening in the last round for league's best team Podgorica and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 16. He got a double-double of 29 points and 10 assists, while his team outclassed Danilovgrad (#11, 3-11) with 32-point margin 107-75. It allowed Podgorica to consolidate first place in the Montenegrin league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Podgorica has a very solid 10-3 record, but they cannot be too comfortable about keeping top position. In the team's last game Bogavac had a remarkable 85.7% from 2-point range and got five three-pointers out of 10 attempts. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Luka Bogavac averages this season 10.7ppg and 4.1apg. Second best performed player last round was Marko Koljevic (191-G-1990) of Decic. He is a guard in his second season at Decic. In the last game Koljevic recorded impressive double-double of 28 points and 13 rebounds. Bad luck as Decic was edged by slightly lower-ranked Primorje 1945 (#8, 6-9) 85-82. Decic managed to keep the same 6th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 7-8 record. Koljevic is well-known at Decic and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.5ppg (#2). His other stats are also decent: 6.4rpg and 4.9apg. Third place about best performers goes to forward Eldin Huremovic (201-PF-1998) of Primorje 1945 (#8). Huremovic showcased his all-around game by recording 20 points, ten rebounds and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of Primorje 1945, leading his team to a 85-82 win against slightly higher-ranked Decic (#6, 7-8). The chances of Primorje 1945 ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 9 games, recording just six victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Huremovic could help Primorje 1945 to bring them higher in the standings. Huremovic has a very solid season. In 13 games in Montenegro he scored 8.4ppg. He also has 4.2rpg and FGP: 58.0%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Milutin Djukanovic (188-PG-1991) of Lovcen - 20 points, 2 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Lazar Radetic (204-C-2003) of Mornar - 20 points and 7 rebounds 6. Nemanja Knezevic (196-F-1997) of Jedinstvo - 26 points and 5 rebounds 7. Milos Popovic (201-PF-1998) of Sutjeska - 15 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Nikola Korac (185-G-1987) of Jedinstvo - 11 points, 4 rebounds and 9 assists 9. Tarik Cool (193-G-1998) of Teodo - 17 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Filip Andjusic (205-C-2002) of Podgorica - 12 points, 8 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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| Providence's Steve Keller, hall of fame coach with 900-plus wins, to retire at end of season - by Eurobasket News |
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Steve Keller , who through nearly five decades has won more than 900 games and several championships across different levels of high school and college basketball in Montana, is retiring at the conclusion of the 2022-23 season. Currently the head men's coach at the University of Providence in Great Falls, Keller told MTN Sports of his decision on Monday and informed his team during an afternoon meeting on Tuesday. Providence made it official on Tuesday via press release. Entering this week, Keller has won 924 combined games in stints as the head girls coach at Opheim High School and Helena High School, and as the head men's coach in the Frontier Conference at Montana Western and Providence. "Like I've told everybody, this is my 45th year of being a basketball coach, and it's been my life," said an emotional Keller. "The last couple years it's something you think about that everybody goes through. It gets harder and harder the older you get. "Tough decision, but they say you know when it's time. It's the hardest thing that I've ever had to do, but I can tell you it's something I've thought about daily since probably the beginning of the year." Keller took over at Providence in 2018, and has so far guided the Argos to an 83-55 overall record in five seasons. In his second season, UP went 24-8 and earned a berth in the NAIA tournament, and its No. 8 ranking was the highest in school history. In 2021, he coached Providence to its first outright league title since 1983 and its first Frontier tournament crown. After a hall-of-fame run in the high school ranks, Keller joined the Frontier Conference in 2004, first as an assistant men's coach at Carroll College. In 2007 he became the head men's coach at Montana Western and guided the Bulldogs to three regular-season league titles and eight NAIA national tournaments. His record at Western was 231-124. Keller guided Opheim to three consecutive Class C girls state titles from 1982-84. He became the head girls coach at Helena in 1985 and led the Bengals to three Class AA state championships in 1990, 1991 and 1997. His cumulative high school coaching record was 610-180. He was inducted into the Montana Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 2005. Keller, whose Providence team this season is 13-14 overall and 7-7 in the Frontier entering Saturday's matchup at Carroll, said he made it a point to tell his players first before the word got out. "I wanted them to know," he said. "Nobody else really knew, and I wanted to make sure we got the word out to them because they're an important part. I told them that we still have work to do. We're not finished; I'm going to coach just as hard as any game I've ever coached." Keller's overall coaching record, as of Tuesday, was 924-359, a winning percentage of .720. He won six state high school championships, four Frontier regular-season titles, one Frontier tournament championship, and his college teams qualified for the NAIA tournament 10 times. Keller is a five-time winner of the Frontier coach of the year award, and he's mentored 11 All-Americans. In addition, Keller has coached the boys team in the Midland Roundtable Montana-Wyoming All-Star Basketball Series since 2012. His record is a perfect 18-0 in those games. Keller indicated to MTN Sports that he would like to continue in this role as long as the Midland Roundtable will have him. A 1978 graduate of Rocky Mountain College, Keller played baseball for the Battlin' Bears from 1975-78 and is a member of the school's athletic hall of fame. He received a post-graduate degree from MSU-Northern. Keller graduated from Custer High School in 1974. He scored 2,206 career points with the Class C Cougars, and is among the top scorers in Montana high school history. "I have some bucket-list things that I'd really like to do," Keller said. "It's hard to do some of those things when you're tied down from Aug. 1 til the end of March. I wouldn't trade any of those years, I've loved every minute of it. And believe me, I didn't want to do it, but it's just ... you feel like it's the right time." Keller said he is looking forward to watching his five grandkids compete in sports and watching his sons Wes and Josh coach - Wes Keller is the head women's coach at Rocky Mountain College and Josh Keller is an assistant with the Beaverhead High boys in Dillon - as well as being able to spend more time with his daughters. But, Keller added, "I'm not going to be out of basketball by any means. I can't say that down the road if somebody called me and wanted me that I would tell them no. But I want to have the option to be able to watch my grandkids." Courtesy of: montanasports.com |
| Cougars blow away Maple Leafs in big win - by Eurobasket News |
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The Mount Vernon Nazarene University men's basketball team (14-13, 7-10 CL) defeated Goshen College (3-24, 1-16 CL) by a score of 99-68 on Tuesday, February 14. The Cougars started the game off hot by building a large lead and they never looked back. MVNU shot 53.2% (33-62) from the field and held Goshen to 38.8% shooting defensively. Kyle Kegley (6'9''-F) led the Cougars with 21 points, 18 rebounds, three assists, and two blocks. Hallvard Staff (6'8''-F-2002) had 15 points and eight rebounds on the night. Clay Hilliard (6'1''-G) scored 11 points and had three rebounds, two assists, and two steals on the night. TC Molk had 11 points, three rebounds, and two steals. Kade Ruegsegger (6'4''-G) contributed with 10 points, four rebounds, and four assists. "All road games bring certain challenges in our league and our guys were locked in for 40 minutes. Our guys have more within them and we're looking forward to getting better tomorrow." Courtesy of: mvnucougars.com |
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| Reggie Jackson signs at the Nuggets - by Eurobasket News | |||
In 2011 he was drafted by Oklahoma City Thunder in first round (24th overall). The former Boston star is in his twelfth (!!!) season in pro basketball. Jackson has spent his entire career in NBA playing for two other teams: Detroit Pistons and OKC Thunder. He won NBA Northwest Division championship title in 2013 and 2014. |
| Bucks edge Celtics 131-125 in OT for 11th straight win - by Eurobasket News |
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Jrue Holiday (6'4''-G-1990, college: UCLA) demonstrated just why he's heading to the All-Star Game for the first time in a decade. Holiday matched a career high with 40 points and made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 25.2 seconds left in overtime as the Milwaukee Bucks edged the short-handed Boston Celtics 131-125 on Tuesday for their 11th consecutive victory. The 32-year-old Holiday shot 8 of 12 from beyond the arc - including one from behind midcourt that beat the third-quarter buzzer - to set a career high for 3-pointers. 'I don't really, I guess, care for how I'm playing as long as we're winning,' said Holiday, who also had seven assists. 'For me, as long as we get the win, I'm OK. The only stat I look at is turnovers. That's kind of how I determine if I had a good or bad game. Tonight, what did I have, five turnovers? To me, that hurts my soul.' Holiday will join Bucks teammate Giannis Antetokounmpo (6'11''-F-1994, agency: Octagon Europe) at Sunday's All-Star Game at Salt Lake City. It's the first time Holiday has been selected since he was playing for Philadelphia in 2013, which marks the longest gap between All-Star appearances in league history. 'I've said since the season started that he's an All-Star,' Giannis Antetokounmpo said. Giannis Antetokounmpo added 36 points, 13 rebounds and nine assists as the Bucks (40-17) moved within a half-game of the Celtics (41-17) in the Eastern Conference standings. Boston was playing without both its All-Stars - Jayson Tatum (6'8''-F/G-1998, college: Duke) (non-COVID illness) and Jaylen Brown (6'6''-G/F-1996, college: California) (facial fracture) - as well as Marcus Smart (sprained right ankle) and Al Horford (swelling in right knee). The Celtics still nearly earned their fifth straight win. 'We expected to win that game,' said Malcolm Brogdon (6'5''-SG-1992, college: Virginia), who scored 26 points. 'We went into that game like we were going to win, like we were supposed to win. We believe we are the best team on the floor every single night.' Boston's Sam Hauser, a Wisconsin native who had 40 friends and family members in the stands, made a game-tying 3-pointer with three seconds left in regulation to force overtime. Boston's Derrick White (6'4''-G-1994, college: Colorado) then scored the first five points of overtime. The Celtics still had a five-point lead with two minutes left, but the Bucks scored the final seven points of the game. The game-ending spurt started with Holiday's go-ahead 3-pointer. 'On both ends of the court, he was phenomenal,' Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer said. 'I think his ability to create some turnovers and create pressure helped flip it. We went down and he made a few big-time plays that just are very Jrue-like. Special performance by him.' Grant Williams lost the ball on Boston's next possession, Grayson Allen (6'5''-G-1995, college: Duke) got the steal and a clear-path foul was called on the Celtics with 3.2 seconds left. Giannis Antetokounmpo made the ensuing two free throws and capped the scoring with a dunk at the buzzer. Courtesy of: apnews.com |
| Leonard's 33 Points Lead Clippers Over Warriors, 134-124 - by Eurobasket News |
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The Los Angeles Clippers have 22 games remaining to integrate their trade deadline acquisitions. They didn't waste any time. Kawhi Leonard (6'7''-F-1991, college: SDSU) scored 33 points, tying his career high with seven 3-pointers, and the Clippers beat the Golden State Warriors 134-124 on Tuesday night to snap a two-game skid. 'The Clippers just outplayed us,' Warriors coach Steve Kerr said. 'They were great in the second half and they deserved it.' Norman Powell (6'4''-SG-1993, college: UCLA) added 24 points and Paul George (6'9''-G/F-1990, college: Fresno St.) had 20 points and eight assists for the Clippers, who debuted newly acquired Eric Gordon (6'4''-G-1988, college: Indiana), Bones Hyland and Mason Plumlee (6'11''-PF-1990, college: Duke). They helped outscore the Warriors' bench, 49-42. 'It's going to be different for us,' Clippers coach Tyronn Lue said. 'We got to put this together as fast as we can.' Gordon finished with seven points, Hyland had six and Plumlee scored eight in the teams' last game before the All-Star break. 'They did a good job of just being themselves and being aggressive,' Leonard said. Leonard was 12 of 17 from the floor, 7 of 9 from 3-point range and made both of his free throws in 34 minutes. 'I kept shooting with confidence,' he said. Jordan Poole (6'4''-SG-1999, college: Michigan) led seven Warriors in double figures with 28 points. Klay Thompson (6'6''-G-1990, college: WSU) had 18 points playing the second game of a back-to-back for the first time this season. Kevon Looney had 11 points and 14 rebounds. The Warriors fell to 29-29 at the break. They hope to have Stephen Curry (6'2''-G-1988, college: Davidson) back not long after the season resumes, while newly acquired Gary Payton II could be out a month. 'We have reinforcements coming and we have a lot to look forward to,' Kerr said. 'We have lost so many games that we should have won. We know we're right there.' Gordon's 3-pointer extended the Clippers' lead to 18 points early in the fourth. The Warriors cut it to 116-106 on Jonathan Kuminga's 3-pointer. He finished with 16 points off the bench. Leonard hit his seventh 3-pointer in the closing minutes before leaving the game with the Clippers ahead 128-114. The teams traded leads and were tied five times early in the third. The Clippers outscored the Warriors 19-7 over the final minutes to lead 105-93 going into the fourth. Leonard and George had just two points each while their supporting cast carried them. Plumlee had six points and Hyland had two during the run in which seven different players scored. 'With this offense, I feel like I can create in the lane and find teammates,' Hyland said. 'I forgot Mason can push the ball, too.' The Warriors had four players in double figures at halftime when they led 65-61. Courtesy of: abcnews.go.com |
| NBA Announces All-Star Saturday Night Participants - by Eurobasket News |
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It was quite a Valentine's Day for Mac McClung (6'2''-G-2000, college: Texas Tech). He was signed to a two-way contract by the Sixers and, hours later, was named as one of the four participants in this year's Slam Dunk competition during All-Star weekend, according to an NBA press release. He'll be joined by the Rockets' Kenyon Martin Jr. (6'5''-F-2001), the Pelicans' Trey Murphy III (6'9''-F-2000, college: Virginia) and the Knicks' Jericho Sims (6'10''-C-1998, college: Texas). The Skills Challenge will feature a brother act. Team Antetokounmpo, predictably, will include Giannis Antetokounmpo (6'11''-F-1994, agency: Octagon Europe) and Thanasis Antetokounmpo (6'7''-SF-1992) of the Bucks and Alex Antetokounmpo (6'7''-F-2001) of the G League's Wisconsin Herd. Team Jazz will include Jordan Clarkson (6'5''-G-1992, college: Missouri), Walker Kessler (7'1''-C-2001, college: Auburn) and Collin Sexton (6'3''-PG-1999, college: Alabama), while Team Rookies will feature top pick Paolo Banchero (6'9''-F-2002, college: Duke) of the Magic, as well as the Pistons' Jaden Ivey (6'4''-G-2002, college: Purdue) and the Rockets' Jabari Smith II Jr. (6'10''-F-2003, college: Auburn) . Courtesy of: hoopsrumors.com |
| Terrence Ross joins the Suns - by Eurobasket News | ||||
In 2012 he was drafted by ? Toronto Raptors in first round (8th overall). The former University of Washington star is in his eleventh (!!!) season in pro basketball. Ross is a very experienced player. |
| Green is back at the Cavaliers - by Eurobasket News | ||||
In 2009 he was drafted by Phoenix Suns in second round (46th overall). The former University of North Carolina standout is in his 14th (!!!) season in pro basketball. He has played also professionally in Slovenia (Petrol Olimpija Ljubljana), other NBA teams (Cleveland Cavaliers, LA Lakers, Philadelphia 76ers, San Antonio Spurs and Toronto Raptors) and NBA G League (Sioux Falls Skyforce, College Park SkyHawks and Stockton Kings). Green's team won ACC Tournament in 2007 and 2008. Green is close to retirement age as a player. It's very possible he may end his playing career at the Cavaliers. |
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| Charge Handle Herd - by Eurobasket News |
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The Cleveland Charge (10-8) defeated the Wisconsin Herd (6-14) by a 128-120 score on Tuesday evening at the Wolstein Center to snap a six-game losing streak. The win also gave Cleveland a 4-0 season series sweep over the Herd. Jamorko Pickett (6'9''-F-1997, college: Georgetown) tied his career-high with 30 points on 11-of-18 shooting with 11 rebounds, three blocks and two steals in 40 minutes. Mamadi Diakite (6'9''-F-1997, college: Virginia) posted a double-double of 23 points and 18 boards with five blocks in 33 minutes. Sam Merrill (6'5''-G-1996, college: Utah St.) scored 20 points on 6-of-10 three-point shooting in 29 minutes. Sharife Cooper added 17 points and five assists in 24 minutes, while Nate Hinton Jr. (6'5''-G/F-1999, college: Houston) scored 19 points and nabbed three steals in 39 minutes. Lindell Wigginton (6'1''-G-1998, college: Iowa St.) scored a game-high 34 points on 6-of-12 from three-point range in 38 minutes for Wisconsin. Alize Johnson (6'9''-SF-1996, college: Missouri St.) scored 25 points and grabbed 20 rebounds with two steals and two blocks in 38 minutes. Rob Edwards scored 26 points on 7-of-11 from the field and 4-of-5 free throws for the Herd. The Charge will play their last game before the All-Star break tomorrow night when they host the South Bay Lakers at 7:00 p.m. Courtesy of: oursportscentral.com |
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| Creighton's win streak ends as they drop to Providence 94-86 in 2OT - by Eurobasket News |
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Devin Carter (6'3''-SG) and Providence outlast Creighton 94-86 in double-overtime thriller. Arthur Kaluma (6'7''-F-2002) made it a point to be aggressive from the start. After a 0 for 6 shooting performance against UConn on Saturday, Kaluma scored six points in the first four minutes of the game. Baylor Scheierman (6'7''-G-2000) added five more points to give Creighton a 13-7 lead over Providence early. Devin Carter responded with 10 quick points on 2-2 from three to give the Friars the lead back at the halfway point of the first. Sloppy play and foul trouble plagued the Bluejay offense once again. Creighton was not having trouble shooting the ball, making 15 shots and three three-pointers in the first half. Ryan Kalkbrenner (7'1''-C-2002) and Frederick King each picked up two fouls in the first 10 minutes. King finished the first half with three fouls. Providence took advantage of the hesitant Bluejay defense and was able to lead for a majority of the first half. Creighton's shot making kept the game close. Kalkbrenner and Alexander each finished the first half with 11 points. Providence's offense slowed down toward the end of the half. The Friars shot 1-9 from the field and 1-6 from three to close out the first half. Creighton finished the first half on a 6-1 run and took a 37-36 lead into the break. Providence was able to win the first four minutes of the second half. The Friars were able to find their way to the free throw line all night, finishing with 21 free throws. Creighton opponents typically do not shoot a lot of free throws. The game featured a total of 18 ties and 20 lead changes as each team was knocking down buckets. Arthur Kaluma scored nine points early in the second half to spark the Creighton offense. Providence hit 3 three's in the same span to keep up with Creighton. The teams were knotted at 55 with 11:44 remaining. The next six minutes between media timeouts was hectic. Each team knocked down three's and went on runs to match the other. A Noah Locke (6'3''-G-1999) layup tied the game back up at 67 with 5:45 remaining. Creighton came out sloppy, committing two turnovers out of the timeout. Providence took advantage and got the transition layup. The next possession, Kalkbrenner passed up an open layup for a corner Scheierman three that did not go down. Providence stretched their lead to four after more empty possessions for Creighton. Ryan Nembhard (6'0''-PG-2003) took over for three straight possessions. He scored six straight points for Creighton that gave them the lead 73-71 with 1:16 remaining. Bryce Hopkins (6'7''-F) got a layup from the block to go down and tied the game at 73. Creighton found themselves with possession with 8.1 seconds remaining with a chance to win the game. Providence trapped on the inbound and was able to force a bad shot that did not really have a chance. The Bluejays and Friars went to overtime tied at 73. In overtime, Providence maintained a steady lead but Ryan Nembhard kept scoring to keep Creighton close. Baylor Scheierman tied the game at 84 at the free throw line. Providence had a shot clock violation on their last possession of overtime. Ryan Nembhard tried to drive to the hoop but didn't get a good look. The teams went to double overtime tied at 84. Providence took advantage early again in the second overtime. Creighton starters were logging a lot of minutes and fatigue set in. The Jays went scoreless for the first three minutes of the second overtime and were down five with two minutes left. Creighton's only points in overtime came at the free throw line, when the game had already been decided. Providence won the double-overtime thriller 94-86. Creighton finished the game shooting 33-69 (47.8%) from the field, 7-24 (29.2%) from three, and 13-15 (86.7%) from the free throw line. Providence finished the game with .447/.421/.857 splits. Creighton finished the game with two more turnovers than assists, 14-12. Creighton committed 19 team fouls. Providence won the rebounding battle 39-37. Courtesy of: 247sports.com |
| New Mexico State fires Head Basketball Coach Greg Heiar - by Eurobasket News |
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New Mexico State Chancellor Dan Arvizu sent the letter below to the NMSU campus earlier today announcing that he has fired Head Basketball Coach Greg Heiar . Heiar was placed on leave late last week, and the Aggies season was later cancelled, after serious allegations of hazing in the program had been brought to light. New Mexico State was already under the microscope after forward Mike Peake shot and killed a University of New Mexico student back in the fall. That incident is still under investigation. Courtesy of: hoopdirt.com |
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| Kentucky State falls at Morehouse - by Eurobasket News |
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Kentucky State men's basketball falls to Morehouse College 86-71 Saturday evening inside the Forbes Arena in Atlanta. In the first half, the Thorobreds went 6-of-6 from the charity stripe. The Tigers would outrebound Kentucky State 22-11 and make for more shots from the field to lead the Thorobreds 41-36 at the end of the first half. Morehouse made 50% of their shots from the field and 81.3% from the charity stripe in the second half. Montrell Jacobs (6'3''-G) went 100% (7-of-7) from the charity stripe and led Kentucky State with 13 points during the half. The Tigers went on to outscore the Thorobreds 45-35 and win the contest 86-71. Jacobs led Kentucky State with 17 points, and his teammate Jalon Andrews followed with 13 points and led the Thorobreds with eight rebounds. Men's Basketball will complete its 2023 season on the road at Spring Hill on Feb. 18 and Tuskegee on Feb. 20. Courtesy of: ksuthorobreds.com |
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| Hood Clips York (Pa.), Snapping York's Win Streak - by Eurobasket News |
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The red-hot York College men's basketball team had their three-game winning streak snapped by Hood College 80-72 in MAC Commonwealth play on Tuesday evening. The first half featured offensive fireworks from both teams while the second stanza was played at a less robust tempo. The Spartans fall to 13-11 overall and 7-8 in the MAC Commonwealth. York had won three straight and six of their last seven coming into the game. The Blazers, who have already qualified for the MAC Commonwealth tournament, improve to 15-9 overall and 9-6 in the league. The game was back and forth early as there were two ties, the second coming on a Kai Cipalla (6'4''-F) jumper in the lane just under three minutes into the game. That bucket kick started an impressive 24-2 run that gave the Spartans a 29-9 advantage midway through the half. The Blazers were undeterred as they mounted a huge run of their own. Hood fashioned a 24-3 run as they took a 33-32 lead on a Christopher Smalls (6'2''-G) lay-up with 3:38 left in the opening half. The Blazers went 9-for-11 from the floor including 3-of-3 from three and 3-of-4 from the line while they also had five steals during the run. Each team scored seven points over the final three minutes of the half as the Blazers took a 40-39 lead to the break. The Blazers finished the first half shooting 48.4% from the floor while the Spartans converted just 42.3% from the floor. York had a huge edge at the free throw line as York was 11-for-14 while Hood was 5-for-6. The start of the second half mirrored the start of the game as the play was back and forth. There were five ties and nine lead changes in the opening 8:31 of the second half. The fourth tie came at 51 on a pair of Cipalla free throws. Ater a Will Spencer three-point play but the Blazers up three, York scored six straight points for the 57-54 lead. Trumaine Strickland (5'10''-PG) cashed out a three to tie the game for the final time at 57. That three kick started a 9-0 Hood run that gave the Blazers a lead they wouldn't relinquish. York got to within four three times before a Johnny Kennevan (6'0''-PG) drained a three, cutting the Blazer lead to 69-66 with 2:17 left. The Spartans wouldn't get any closer as the Blazers scored 11 of the final 17 points of the game. Courtesy of: d3hoops.com |
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| Best players of North Macedonian Prva Liga round 15 - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 29-year old forward had a double-double of 27 points and ten rebounds, while his team outclassed Gostivar (#6, 9-6) with 35-point margin 98-63. Rabotnicki maintains the 7th position in North Macedonian Prva Liga. Rabotnicki 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 8-7 record. Forte turned to be Rabotnicki's top player in his first season with the team. Portland State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Forte is in league's top in points (3rd best: 22.7ppg), rebounds (2nd best: 11.8rpg) and averages solid 65.2% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American forward Yusuf Mohamed (208-F-1998) of Cair 2030. Mohamed impressed basketball fans with 33 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as Cair 2030 lost that game 79-86 to slightly higher-ranked Kozuv (#8, 7-8). Cair 2030 is still in a red zone at 9th spot in the standings. 11 lost games are too many comparing to just four victories Cair 2030 managed to get this year. Mohamed is a newcomer at Cair 2030 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 23.1ppg (#2). He also registered 10.6 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was Bosnia and Herzegovina Ramo Rizvic (203-F-1987) of Kozuv (#8). Rizvic scored 25 points. He was a key player of Kozuv, leading his team to a 86-79 win against slightly lower-ranked Cair 2030 (#9, 4-11). The chances of Kozuv ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 8 games, recording just seven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Rizvic could help Kozuv to bring them higher in the standings. Rizvic has a great season in North Macedonia. After only 9 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 19.4ppg (9th best). He also has FGP: 56.9% and 3PT: 40.9%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Stefan Krstajic (190-G-1995) of Strumica - 26 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Nedim Mustafica (199-F-1991) of Pelister - 18 points and 11 rebounds 6. Myron Gordon (190-G) of Kozuv - 22 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Bojan Trajkovski (207-F/C-1988) of Feniks 2010 - 19 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists 8. Kenny Carpenter (196-G-1996) of Pelister - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 9. Trent Buttrick (206-F-1998) of TFT - 15 points, 14 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Sead Hadzifejzovic (202-F/C-1989) of Pelister - 19 points and 5 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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| KK Feniks 2010 Skopje adds Joiner to their roster - by Zeljko Zule | ||||
His team won MAAC Regular Season in 2022. He graduated from Iona College in 2022 and it is his first season as a professional player. |
| KK Feniks 2010 Skopje inks Marjan Janevski - by Darko Najdovski | ||||
He represented North Macedonia at the Qualifications to European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) 2017 seven years ago. His stats at that event were 6 games: 8.2ppg, 2.2rpg, FGP: 68.0%, 3PT: 20.0%, FT: 90.0%. Janevski has spent his entire career in North Macedonia playing for five other teams: MZT Skopje, Rabotnicki, Gostivar 2009, Torus Skopje and Gostivar. He played in the final of Macedonian League in 2015 and 2016. Janevski was voted to Eurobasket.com All-North Macedonian League Honorable Mention back in 2019 and 2020. |
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| Devin Gilligan's triple-double lands him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He recorded a triple-double of 19 points adding also 12 rebounds and 11 assists, while his team crushed Oppsal (#9, 6-19) with 24-point margin 109-85. Fyllingen maintains the 3rd position in Norwegian league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Fyllingen will need more victories to improve their 17-8 record. Gilligan turned to be Fyllingen's top player in his first season with the team. Southern New Hampshire University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Gilligan is in league's top in points (3rd best: 23.3ppg), rebounds (4th best: 11.7rpg), assists (5th best: 5.4apg) and averages solid 3.1spg and 65.4% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Petar Kutlesic (206-F-1994) of Centrum. He is Serbian forward in his first season at Centrum. In the last game Kutlesic recorded impressive double-double of 26 points and 17 rebounds. Of course he led Centrum to another comfortable win 92-73 over slightly higher-ranked Ammerud Bskt (#7, 10-14) being unquestionably team leader. Centrum's 8th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 10-15 record. Kutlesic is a newcomer at Centrum and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to center Cole Long (201-C) of Tromso (#4). Long scored 29 points and grabbed seven rebounds. He was a key player of Tromso, leading his team to a 97-72 easy win against the lower-ranked Nidaros Jets (#11, 2-24). Tromso needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 16 victories and 9 lost games. Long has a great season in Norway. After 24 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 21.7ppg (5th best) and rebounds with 9.8rpg (8th best). He also has 1.0bpg, FGP: 57.6% and 3PT: 43.6%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Abdullah Yusuf (188-G) of Asker Aliens - 20 points and 17 rebounds 5. Johannes Dolven (206-C/F-1996) of Centrum - 25 points and 12 rebounds 6. Eric Gilchrese (183-PG-1987) of Baerum Basket - 26 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Mustafa Dibba (186-G/F-1995) of Ammerud Bskt - 27 points, 16 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Jorgen Odfjell (197-G-2000) of Gimle - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists 9. Milovan Savic (205-C-1987) of Gimle - 19 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Nikolas Skouen (191-G-1990) of Fyllingen - 27 points 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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| Milczynski's double-double lands him 2Liga Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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29-year old center Szymon Milczynski (204-C-1993) had an amazing evening in the last round for Koscian and receives a Hoops Agents 2Liga Player of the Week award for round 21. He had a double-double of 32 points and 22 rebounds, while his team edged out WKK 2 (#10, 9-12) 81-78. Koscian maintains the 4th position in their group in Polish 2Liga. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Koscian will need more victories to improve their 16-5 record. In the team's last game Milczynski had a remarkable 87.5% from 2-point range. He turned to be Koscian's top player in his first season with the team. Milczynski has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (4th best: 12.3rpg) and averages solid 68.9% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Szymon Gralewski (179-PG-2001) of Pabianice. He is a guard in his first season at Pabianice. In the last game Gralewski recorded impressive 32 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists. Bad luck as Pabianice was edged by slightly lower-ranked AMW Gdynia (#11, 7-15) 90-89. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the top position in group A. Pabianice keeps 10th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 8-13 record. Gralewski is a newcomer at Pabianice and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to forward Adam Chodkiewicz (198-F-1990) of Gorzow (#13). Chodkiewicz got into 30-points club by scoring 37 points in the last round. He went also for five rebounds . He was a key player of Gorzow, leading his team to a 107-80 easy win against the higher-ranked Zary (#6, 10-11). Chodkiewicz has a very solid season. In 18 games in Poland he scored 13.2ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Norbert Kulon (187-PG-1992) of LKS Lodz - 27 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists 5. Mikolaj Smarzy (199-SF-1999) of Miedzychod - 33 points and 5 rebounds 6. Karol Kankowski (202-C-2005) of Slask 3 - 21 points and 19 rebounds 7. Dawid Golus (186-G-1999) of Cracovia - 28 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists 8. Mikolaj Jesionek (190-F-1992) of Ochota W-wa - 26 points, 15 rebounds and 9 assists 9. Mateusz Stanczuk (194-G/F-2000) of Notec Inowr. - 17 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Artur Wlodarczyk (182-PG-1996) of UR Krakow - 33 points, 7 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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| Liga Betclic Round 21: FC Porto lose to Lusitania - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There will be only one (last) round of the Regular Season in Liga Betclic. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The biggest surprise took place in Angra where host Lusitania (10-11) beat league's leader FC Porto (18-3) 82-78 on Wednesday evening. Lusitania looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was American swingman Justin Edler-Davis (193-1998, college: CSUB) who had a double-double by scoring 27 points and 12 rebounds. His fellow American import point guard Derek Jackson (187-1991, college: Kent St.) chipped in 9 points and 9 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Michael Finke (208-1996, college: GCU, agency: Players Group) who recorded a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds. Lusitania have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to sixth place. FC Porto at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. They were joined at the leadership position by Benfica who have the same record. There is only one round left in the Regular Season. And it will be most important game for FC Porto this season. They will face Ovarense trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Lusitania will try to continue on its current victory against eleventh ranked CAB Madeira in Funchal. The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Benfica as it allowed them to take a leadership position after previous leader's (FC Porto) loss. Benfica smashed 7th ranked Vitoria SC in Lisbon 100-80. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Vitoria SC. It was a good game for American guard Aaron Broussard (196-1990, college: Seattle) who led his team to a victory with 30 points, 5 assists and 5 steals. Betinho Gomes contributed with 20 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the winners. American guard Phlandrous Fleming Jr (193-1998, college: Florida) answered with 21 points and 8 rebounds for Vitoria SC. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with FC Porto. Vitoria SC at the other side keeps the seventh place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Povoa. There is only one round left in the Regular Season. Imortal trying to get back on the winning streak. Benfica will try to continue on its current victory against tenth ranked Esgueira on the road. Leader FC Porto delivered the eighteenth victory on Saturday night. This time they beat 12th ranked Sangalhos (1-20) 91-76. Michael Finke stepped up and scored 29 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. The best for the losing side was Nikita Kasongo with 26 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. FC Porto maintains first place with 18-3 record, which they share with Benfica. Sangalhos lost eighth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay dead last with 20 lost games. FC Porto will meet Ovarense (#5) on the road in the next round. Sangalhos will play against Sporting (#3) in Lisbon and hope to win that game. Other games of round 21 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Ovarense were defeated by Oliveirense in Oliveira 69-52. Imortal beat Povoa at home 84-80. Esgueira won against Sangalhos on the opponent's court 87-79. CAB Madeira unfortunately lost to Sporting in a home game 84-93. Oliveirense recorded a loss to Lusitania on the road 68-83. Oliveirense - Ovarense 69-52 Everything could happen in Oliveira at the game between two tied teams. Both fifth ranked Oliveirense and 4th placed Ovarense had identical 11-9 record. This time Oliveirense used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Ovar 69-52 on Tuesday night. Oliveirense outrebounded Ovarense 40-29 including a 31-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Oliveirense made 7 blocks. American Darius Carter (201-1992, college: Wichita St.) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds for the winners and Congolese-Central African Max Kouguere (198-1987) chipped in 13 points and 6 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American forward Brandon Peel (201-1994, college: CCSU) with 9 points and 7 rebounds and the other American import forward Jacoby Armstrong (201-1995, college: UNH) scored 11 points. Ovarense's coach Joao Tiago rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Oliveirense (12-9) moved-up to fourth place. Loser Ovarense dropped to the fifth position with ten games lost. Oliveirense will meet Povoa (#8) on the road in the next round. Ovarense will play against the league's second-placed FC Porto and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Oliveirense: D.Carter 15+11reb+1ast, M.Kouguere 13+6reb+1ast, A.Hallman 11+6reb+2ast, J.Ducree 9+6reb+1ast, T.Simons 8+1reb+1ast, A.Bessa 8+1reb+2ast Ovarense: J.Armstrong 11+3reb+1ast, B.Peel 9+7reb, A.Woods 6+1ast, N.Morais 6, F.Amiel 5+3reb+5ast, J.Robertson 5+6reb Imortal - Povoa 84-80 There was a small surprise in Albufeira where ninth ranked Imortal (8-13) defeated 6th ranked Povoa (9-12) 84-80 on Wednesday. Imortal forced 19 Povoa turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American guard Marquise Moore (188-1994, college: GMU) stepped up and scored 26 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and his fellow American import guard Spencer Littleson (193-1998, college: Toledo) chipped in 20 points. The best for the losing side was American-Nigerian swingman Cameron Oluyitan (201-1997, college: SUU) with 21 points and Senegalese center Tanor Ngom (216-1998, college: FSU) scored 16 points and 6 rebounds (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!). Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Imortal maintains ninth place with 8-13 record, which they share with Esgueira. Loser Povoa dropped to the seventh position with 12 games lost. They share it with Vitoria SC. Imortal will meet higher ranked Vitoria SC (#7) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Povoa will play against Oliveirense and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Imortal: M.Moore 26+8reb+5ast, S.Littleson 20+1reb+3ast, J.Conceicao 11+2ast, E.Watson 10+8reb+3ast, J.Ferguson 8+6reb+3ast, T.Ewuosho 5+3reb+2ast Povoa: C.Oluyitan 21+1reb+2ast, T.Ngom 16+6reb, S.Brown 13+5reb+2ast, F.Ucles 12+4reb+3ast, N.Oliveira 8+6reb+3ast, R.Jorge 6+2reb+6ast Benfica - Vitoria SC 100-80 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Benfica as it allowed them to take a leadership position after previous leader's (FC Porto) loss. Benfica smashed 7th ranked Vitoria SC in Lisbon 100-80. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Vitoria SC. Benfica forced 21 Vitoria SC turnovers and outrebounded them 46-27 including 31 on the defensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 28 assists. Vitoria SC was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a good game for American guard Aaron Broussard (196-1990, college: Seattle) who led his team to a victory with 30 points, 5 assists and 5 steals. The former international Betinho Gomes (202-1985) contributed with 20 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the winners. American guard Phlandrous Fleming Jr (193-1998, college: Florida) answered with 21 points and 8 rebounds and the other American import guard Anthony Roberts (193, college: Stony Brook, agency: Players Group) added 20 points in the effort for Vitoria SC. Four Vitoria SC players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with FC Porto. Vitoria SC at the other side keeps the seventh place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Povoa. There is only one round left in the Regular Season. Imortal trying to get back on the winning streak. Benfica will try to continue on its current victory against tenth ranked Esgueira on the road. Top scorers: Benfica: A.Broussard 30+1reb+5ast, B.Gomes 20+7reb+4ast, I.Almeida 17+8reb+5ast, T.Carter II 8+12reb+2ast, M.Ben Romdhane 8+9reb+2ast, M.Zirbes 7+1reb+2ast Vitoria SC: P.Fleming Jr. 21+8reb+1ast, A.Roberts 20+2reb+1ast, Z.Simmons 13+6reb+1ast, P.Pinto 11+6ast, J.Van Tubbergen 9+2reb, S.Jamison 5+5reb Sangalhos - Esgueira 79-87 Rather expected game when 12th ranked Sangalhos (1-20) were defeated at home by tenth ranked Esgueira (8-13) 87-79 on Wednesday. American forward Ryan Ogden (193-1996, college: Southwestern) stepped up and scored 24 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and Canadian forward Biniam Ghebrekidan (206-1996, college: Carleton) chipped in 15 points and 9 rebounds. Ogden is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. The best for the losing side was Cape Verdean Anderson Correia (195-1997) with 22 points and 7 rebounds and Dutch-Angolan point guard Jose Maconda (187-2001) scored 14 points and 5 assists. Four Sangalhos players scored in double figures. Esgueira moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Imortal. Sangalhos lost eighth consecutive game. Sangalhos at the other side, also newcomer in the league, stay dead last with 20 lost games. Esgueira will meet at home league's leader Benfica in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sangalhos will play against Sporting (#3) in Lisbon and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Esgueira: R.Ogden 24+7reb+4ast, B.Ghebrekidan 15+9reb+3ast, T.Evans 14+4reb+5ast, N.Francisco 9+1ast, J.Callahan 7+2reb+3ast, L.Antonio 7+3reb+3ast Sangalhos: C.Anderson 22+7reb+2ast, C.Cleuzio 19+3reb, J.Maconda 14+3reb+5ast, N.Kasongo 12+2reb, J.Martinho 10+3reb+3ast, L.Jeronimo 2+12reb+1ast CAB Madeira - Sporting 84-93 Very predictable result in Funchal where third ranked Sporting (17-4) beat 11th ranked CAB Madeira (5-16) 93-84 on Wednesday. Sporting dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to CAB Madeira's 38. Sporting forced 19 CAB Madeira turnovers. American center Joshua Patton (203-1997, college: Sacramento St.) stepped up and scored 17 points and 8 rebounds for the winners and forward Andre Cruz (201-2002, college: UIW) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Serbian power forward Milan Milovanovic (205-1991, agency: 011 Sports) with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds and point guard Diogo Peixe (190-2000, agency: Promo Sport ID) scored 17 points and 6 assists. Five Sporting and four CAB Madeira players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Sporting have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain third place with 17-4 record behind leader Benfica. Loser CAB Madeira keeps the eleventh position with 16 games lost. Sporting will meet at home bottom-ranked Sangalhos (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. CAB Madeira will play against Lusitania in Angra and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Sporting: J.Patton 17+8reb, A.Cruz 14+6reb+2ast, M.LoVett Jr. 14+1reb+6ast, D.Ventura 12+3reb+5ast, E.Polanco 10+5reb+1ast, A.Monteiro 10+1reb CAB Madeira: D.Peixe 17+3reb+6ast, M.Milovanovic 16+12reb+1ast, J.Speelman 13+2reb, M.Johnson 12+1reb+3ast, A.Cheeseman 11+4reb, N.Sa 9+8reb+2ast Lusitania - FC Porto 82-78 The biggest surprise took place in Angra where host Lusitania (10-11) beat league's leader FC Porto (18-3) 82-78 on Wednesday evening. Lusitania looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was American swingman Justin Edler-Davis (193-1998, college: CSUB) who had a double-double by scoring 27 points and 12 rebounds. His fellow American import point guard Derek Jackson (187-1991, college: Kent St.) chipped in 9 points and 9 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Michael Finke (208-1996, college: GCU, agency: Players Group) who recorded a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds and the former international Miguel Queiroz (202-1991, agency: Promo Sport ID) added 12 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Five FC Porto players scored in double figures. Lusitania have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to sixth place. FC Porto at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. They were joined at the leadership position by Benfica who have the same record. There is only one round left in the Regular Season. And it will be most important game for FC Porto this season. They will face Ovarense trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Lusitania will try to continue on its current victory against eleventh ranked CAB Madeira in Funchal. Top scorers: Lusitania: J.Edler-Davis 27+12reb+2ast, D.Geu 14+5reb+1ast, R.Weber 10+2reb+5ast, D.Jackson 9+4reb+9ast, F.Ferreira 6+1ast, T.Moses 5+6reb+2ast FC Porto: M.Finke 18+10reb+2ast, M.Cardoso 13+2reb+1ast, M.Queiroz 12+7reb+2ast, V.Voytso 10+4reb+1ast, M.Clark 10+5reb, B.Conklin 6+5reb+2ast Lusitania - Oliveirense 83-68 There was a minor upset in Angra where 5th ranked Oliveirense (12-9) was defeated by seventh ranked Lusitania (10-11) 83-68 on Tuesday. Lusitania made 16-of-17 free shots (94.1 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The game was dominated by American players. Swingman Justin Edler-Davis (193-1998, college: CSUB) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and point guard Derek Jackson (187-1991, college: Kent St.) chipped in 13 points, 8 assists and 4 steals. Five Lusitania players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was power forward Julien Ducree (206-1996, college: Utah Tech) with 19 points and 7 rebounds and Darius Carter (201-1992, college: Wichita St.) scored 17 points. Lusitania have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to sixth place. Loser Oliveirense dropped to the fourth position with nine games lost. Lusitania will meet at home CAB Madeira (#11) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Oliveirense will play against Povoa (#8) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Lusitania: J.Edler-Davis 23+12reb+1ast, D.Relvao 15+2reb+2ast, D.Jackson 13+2reb+8ast, D.Geu 12+7reb+1ast, P.Oliveira 11+2reb+2ast, R.Weber 4+2reb+1ast Oliveirense: J.Ducree 19+7reb, D.Carter 17+3reb+2ast, M.Richardson 10+4reb+6ast, A.Hallman 9+7reb+3ast, H.Barros 7+2reb+1ast, M.Kouguere 6+2reb+1ast FC Porto - Sangalhos 91-76 Leader FC Porto delivered the eighteenth victory on Saturday night. This time they beat 12th ranked Sangalhos (1-20) 91-76. FC Porto forced 21 Sangalhos turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American forward Michael Finke (208-1996, college: GCU, agency: Players Group) stepped up and scored 29 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import Marvin Clark (201-1994, college: St.John's, agency: Slash Sports) chipped in 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Finke is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Four FC Porto players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Canadian guard Nikita Kasongo (193-1996, college: St.Mary's) with 26 points and 6 rebounds and Dutch-Angolan point guard Jose Maconda (187-2001) scored 7 points and 12 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. FC Porto maintains first place with 18-3 record, which they share with Benfica. Sangalhos lost eighth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay dead last with 20 lost games. FC Porto will meet Ovarense (#5) on the road in the next round. Sangalhos will play against Sporting (#3) in Lisbon and hope to win that game. Top scorers: FC Porto: M.Finke 29+6reb+1ast, M.Clark 22+5reb+5ast, B.Conklin 10+5reb+2ast, J.Threatt 10+2reb+4ast, J.Guerreiro 8+3reb+1ast, F.Amarante 6+2reb+2ast Sangalhos: N.Kasongo 26+6reb, J.Martinho 13+1reb+1ast, L.Jeronimo 11+6reb+1ast, C.Anderson 7+7reb+3ast, J.Maconda 7+1reb+12ast, L.Paulo 6+6reb+2ast |
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| Cole comes back to San German - by Luis Modestti | |||
Cole played last season with San German during the playoff stage averaging 15 points in five games. He recently played for Grand Rapids in the NBA G-League and was waived in late January. He should be active with San German until guard Nate Mason arrives from China. San German is expected to announce a second import that will be active until Rondae Hollis-Jefferson arrives from Philippines. |
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| Donte McGill (ex Barsy Atyrau) signs at Al Wakrah - by Ahmad Madwar | |||
In 2017 he was drafted by Lakeland Magic (G-League) in fourth round (81st overall). McGill graduated from Florida International University and it is his sixth season in pro basketball. He has played previously professionally in Poland (Stal) and NBA G League (Delaware Blue Coats). McGill attended previously one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on he way to pro basketball. |
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| Liga I Round 2 (Second Stage): Brasov roll past Gheorgheni - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There were only 2 rounds played so far and it's still very beginning of the Second Stage in Liga I. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Brasov defeated Gheorgheni at home 79-71. The hosts trailed by 1 point after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 7-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 79-71. Brasov outrebounded Gheorgheni 48-27 including a 20-9 advantage in offensive rebounds. Forward Sergiu Souca (200-1986) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 31 rebounds. Alexandru Hodorac (-2004) contributed with 21 points for the winners. Guard Matyas Lokody (190-1987) replied with 28 points and 7 rebounds for Gheorgheni. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Gheorgheni will play next round against Oradea 2 trying to get back on the winning streak. Brasov will try to continue on its current victory against Ploiesti CSU on the road. Agronomia recorded a loss in Ramnicu Valcea. Visitors were defeated by Rm Valcea II 89-75. Rm Valcea II will play against Laguna in Bucuresti in the next round where they are favorite. Agronomia will play at home against Craiova 2 and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Worth to mention about the upset in a game between Cluj CSU and Phoenix Corona , which took place in Brasov. Cluj CSU was outleveled in a road game by Phoenix Corona 83-51 on Sunday. Andrei Oinaru notched a double-double by scoring 11 points and 15 rebounds to lead the effort. Even a double-double of 16 points and 21 rebounds by Mihnea-Tudor Brie did not help to save the game for Cluj CSU. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Phoenix Corona's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Brasov . There were no big surprises in other games of round 2: winless Politehnica Iasi was beaten by Craiova 2 on the road 91-73. Bottom-ranked Ploiesti CSU won against Bucuresti E. on its own court 81-75. Phoenix Corona outscored Politehnica Iasi in Brasov 112-64. The most impressive performance of 2nd round was 21 points and 9 rebounds by Sebastian Costeiu of Phoenix Corona. Rm Valcea II - Agronomia 89-75 Agronomia recorded a loss in Ramnicu Valcea. Visitors were defeated by Rm Valcea II 89-75. Rm Valcea II will play against Laguna in Bucuresti in the next round where they are favorite. Agronomia will play at home against Craiova 2 and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Craiova 2 - Politehnica Iasi 91-73 There was a small surprise when Craiova 2 beat at home Politehnica Iasi 91-73 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by Craiova 2. Politehnica Iasi managed to win third quarter 26-23. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Craiova 2 shot 27 for 39 from the free-throw line, while Politehnica Iasi only scored seven points from the stripe. They outrebounded Politehnica Iasi 53-39 including 21 on the offensive glass. Forward Iulian Corneanu (197-1989) notched a double-double by scoring 20 points and 23 rebounds to lead the effort and Elvis Lapadat (-1980) supported him with 11 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. Craiova 2's coach used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even a double-double of 17 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists by point guard Liviu Rotariu (192-1993) did not help to save the game for Politehnica Iasi. Horia Dragoslav (-2002) added 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the guests. Five Craiova 2 and four Politehnica Iasi players scored in double figures. Craiova 2 will meet Agronomia in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Politehnica Iasi will play against Brasov and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Politehnica Iasi: D.Horia 19+7reb+4ast, L.Rotariu 17+15reb+5ast, A.Padineanu 16+8reb+1ast, B.Rares 13+4reb+2ast, B.Teodor 8+4reb+2ast, H.Ionut 0+2ast Craiova 2: I.Corneanu 20+23reb+2ast, L.Robert 18+1reb+1ast, M.Luca 14+4reb+4ast, D.Casian 12+5reb+3ast, L.Elvis 11+14reb+4ast, L.Filip 6+1reb+1ast Brasov - Gheorgheni 79-71 Brasov defeated Gheorgheni at home 79-71. The hosts trailed by 1 point after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 7-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 79-71. Brasov outrebounded Gheorgheni 48-27 including a 20-9 advantage in offensive rebounds. Forward Sergiu Souca (200-1986) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 31 rebounds. Alexandru Hodorac (-2004) contributed with 21 points for the winners. Guard Matyas Lokody (190-1987) replied with 28 points and 7 rebounds and Tamas Bodo added 18 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Gheorgheni. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Gheorgheni will play next round against Oradea 2 trying to get back on the winning streak. Brasov will try to continue on its current victory against Ploiesti CSU on the road. Top scorers: Gheorgheni: M.Lokody 28+7reb+2ast, B.Tamas 18+10reb+2ast, P.Hunor 6+2reb+2ast, B.Gergo 6+2ast, C.Elod 4+2reb+1ast, D.Roland 3 Brasov: S.Souca 26+31reb+3ast, H.Alexandru 21+1reb+3ast, D.Mihai 13+3reb+3ast, S.Matei 9+6reb+1ast, O.Stochici 8+6reb+6ast, I.Matei 1 Ploiesti CSU - Bucuresti E. 81-75 Ploiesti CSU used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Bucuresti 81-75 on Sunday night. The hosts trailed by 14 points after first quarter, but they rallied back getting tie in the second period and winning the second half and won the game by 6 points. Ploiesti CSU forced 19 Bucuresti E. turnovers. Alexandru Chirila notched 23 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the effort and forward Alin Carabulea (-1995) supported him with 19 points and 6 rebounds. Even a double-double of 10 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists by Dimitris Petzalis (-1995) did not help to save the game for Bucuresti E.. Victor Vilcinschi (-2000) added 17 points for the guests. Four Bucuresti E. players scored in double figures. Bucuresti E.'s coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Ploiesti CSU will meet at home Brasov in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Bucuresti E. will play against Stomart Iasi and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Bucuresti E.: S.Tudor 18+3reb+3ast, V.Victor 17+4reb+3ast, R.Alexandru 13+5reb+4ast, P.Dimitris 10+11reb+7ast, M.Eracle 9+7reb+3ast, M.Ianis 4 Ploiesti CSU: C.Alexandru 23+8reb+6ast, A.Carabulea 19+6reb+1ast, D.Bogdan 12+4reb+4ast, C.Dumitru 9+5reb, T.Barbuceanu 7+1reb, M.Florin 6+4reb Phoenix Corona - Cluj CSU 83-51 Worth to mention about the upset in a game between Cluj CSU and Phoenix Corona , which took place in Brasov. Cluj CSU was outleveled in a road game by Phoenix Corona 83-51 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by Phoenix Corona. Cluj CSU managed to win third quarter 17-13. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Cluj CSU to just 2 points in first quarter. Phoenix Corona dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Cluj CSU's 32. Phoenix Corona forced 29 Cluj CSU turnovers. Power forward Andrei Oinaru (203-2005) notched a double-double by scoring 11 points and 15 rebounds to lead the effort and Nicholas Son (-2004) supported him with 10 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Five Phoenix Corona players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 16 points and 21 rebounds by center Mihnea-Tudor Brie (196-2001) did not help to save the game for Cluj CSU. Ciprian Albu (-2002) added 8 points, 5 rebounds and 4 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. Phoenix Corona's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Brasov . Top scorers: Cluj CSU: B.Mihnea-Tudor 16+21reb+2ast, Z.Tudor 10+4reb, C.Albu 8+5reb+4ast, C.Darius 5+5reb+2ast, B.Razvan 4+2reb+1ast, B.Radu 3+2reb+2ast Phoenix Corona: B.Aktas 14+2reb+1ast, P.Victor 11+8reb+1ast, V.Mihnea 11+1reb+3ast, O.Andrei 11+15reb, S.Nicholas 10+5reb+6ast, C.Sebastian 10+3reb Politehnica Iasi - Phoenix Corona 64-112 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when Phoenix Corona rolled over on the road Politehnica Iasi 112-64 on Tuesday. The game without a history. Phoenix Corona led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 72 of its points in the paint compared to Politehnica Iasi's 38. Phoenix Corona forced 33 Politehnica Iasi turnovers and outrebounded them 42-24 including a 19-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. Phoenix Corona looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American point guard Armin Cane (188-1993, college: Stockton) notched 25 points and 4 assists to lead the effort and guard Sebastian Costeiu (186-1999) supported him with 21 points and 9 rebounds. Cane is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Even 18 points and 5 rebounds by Teodor Boghean did not help to save the game for Politehnica Iasi. Horia Dragoslav (-2002) added 13 points and 4 assists for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. 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. Phoenix Corona's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Brasov . Top scorers: Politehnica Iasi: B.Teodor 18+5reb+1ast, D.Horia 13+3reb+4ast, A.Padineanu 12+2reb+3ast, L.Rotariu 10+6reb+1ast, R.Matei 4+1reb, H.Ionut 3+2reb+5ast Phoenix Corona: A.Cane 25+4reb+4ast, C.Sebastian 21+9reb+2ast, O.Andrei 16+4reb, P.Victor 14+4reb+4ast, O.Barro 12+9reb, S.Nicholas 8+5reb+8ast |
| Cluj Napoca celebrate Cup title - by Eurobasket News |
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Cluj Napoca - Oradea 78-65 U-Banca Transilvania Cluj Napoca conquered the 2023 Romanian Cup title. They held off CSM CSU Oradea in the Final tonight. Patrick Richard (193-PG-1990, college: McNeese St., agency: Inception Sports) led well-balanced effort with 15 points for the winners. Cluj Napoca recorded a 17-15 lead after the first ten minutes. They maintained the advantage throughout the second term. Cluj Napoca accumulated a 42-33 halftime advantage. They did not slow down in the second half. Cluj Napoca held their opponents to just 32 points in the next two periods and raced to a well-deserved victory at the end. Leonardo Meindl (201-SF-1993) delivered 14 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Oradea answered with 15 points from Mark Ogden (206-F-1994, college: Utah Tech). Kris Richard (196-PG-1989, college: Tulane) tossed in 13 points in the defeat. |
| Targu Jiu released Agafonov - by Arnold Beres | ||||
Agafonov was a member of Ukrainian international program for some years. He was called to Ukrainian Senior National Team between 2008 and 2012 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2006. Agafonov is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Germany (Hakro Merlins), Hungary (Zalakeramia ZTE KK), Lithuania (Pieno Zvaigzdes Pasvalys) and Ukraine (Budivelnyk, BIPA Odessa, Khimik, Ternopil-TNEU and Odessa). His team was regular season runner-up in Ukrainian Superleague in 2011 and 2012. Agafonov was voted to Eurobasket.com Ukrainian Superleague All-Domestic Players Team back in 2008, 2010, 2012, 2013 and 2014. |
| Targu Jiu signs Brumant just out of college - by Arnold Beres | ||||
Brumant started his college career at Columbia University (NCAA) where he played four seasons. Then he moved to Howard University (NCAA). His high school career he had spent at The Kent School in Kent, CT, which he joined from St. Thomas Catholic High. As mentioned above he is just out of college, so it will be his first season as a professional player. |
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| Stats Leaders - Superleague B |
| Superleague 1 Round 23: Leader Uralmash gets another victory - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Leader Uralmash delivered the twentieth win on Wednesday night. This time they beat 5th ranked Novosybirsk (12-9) 88-76 in Novosibirsk. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Novosybirsk. Uralmash looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was swingman Kirill Pisklov (192-1996) who scored 21 points and 5 rebounds. American forward Javonte Douglas (203-1992, college: Montevallo) chipped in 10 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Swingman Ruslan Tumanov (195-1991, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) produced 20 points for the hosts. Uralmash (20-1) have an impressive series of sixteen victories in a row. They maintain first place. Novosybirsk at the other side keeps the fifth position with nine games lost. They share it with Dinamo V.. Uralmash are looking forward to face Barnaul (#11) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Novosybirsk will play against TSU (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Eleventh-ranked Zenit-2 (7-15) made lots of trouble for fourth ranked Khimki (14-7). Khimki managed to secure only three-point victory 73-70. However their fans expected much easier game. Power forward Evgeny Fidiy (208-1991) orchestrated the victory by scoring 20 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Dmitriy Nezvankin contributed with 12 points for the winners. Forward Danil Pevnev (203-2000) answered with 11 points and 8 rebounds for Zenit-2. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Khimki maintains fourth place with 14-7 record. Newly promoted Zenit-2 dropped to the twelfth position with 15 games lost. Khimki will play against CSKA 2 (#13) in Moscow in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Zenit-2 will play on the road against Univ.Surgut and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game with biggest result difference took place in Moscow. Local Runa Basket (19-1) outscored 14th ranked Rusichi K. (4-18) 96-52 on Wednesday night. Worth to mention a quality performance of Fedor Klyuchnikov who helped to win the game recording 23 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Alexandr Vinnik responded with 10 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. The victory was the fourteenth consecutive win for Runa Basket. They maintain second place with 19-1 record behind leader Uralmash. Rusichi K. lost their fourth game in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the fourteenth position with 18 games lost. Runa Basket will meet at home Tambov (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rusichi K. will play against Lok.Kuban (#15) in Krasnodar and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Other games of round 23 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Irkut defeated Kupol-Rodniki in Irkutsk 62-56. Barnaul was smashed by TSU at home 67-88. Tambov won against Lok.Kuban on the opponent's court 86-70. Univ.Surgut managed to outperform CSKA 2 in a home game 77-62. The best stats of 23th round was 20 points and 7 rebounds by Konstantin Bulanov of Univ.Surgut. Kupol-Rodniki - Irkut 56-62 There was no surprise in Izhevsk where 10th ranked Kupol-Rodniki (7-14) was defeated by seventh ranked Irkut (12-10) 62-56 on Monday. It was a great evening for guard Pavel Lobarev (191-1997) who led his team to a victory scoring 17 points. Point guard Alexey Vzdykhalkin (191-1985, agency: Interperformances) helped adding 10 points. Center Kirill Arkhipov (201-1996) responded with 12 points and 9 rebounds and forward Daniil Karvanen (200-1998) scored 12 points. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Irkut maintains seventh place with 12-10 record. Kupol-Rodniki lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the tenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Barnaul. Irkut will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kupol-Rodniki will play against Dinamo V. (#5) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Irkut: P.Lobarev 17+4reb+2ast, A.Chilikin 12+3reb+1ast, A.Vzdykhalkin 10+4reb+2ast, S.Mikhalev 8+2reb, D.Doynikov 6+2reb+2ast, S.Annaev 5+4reb+4ast Kupol-Rodniki: D.Karvanen 12+4reb+1ast, K.Arkhipov 12+9reb, M.Shukhrat 9+3reb, V.Martynov 7+2reb+4ast, D.Vikentsyev 6+3reb+1ast, A.Brevnov 5+2reb+1ast Barnaul - TSU 67-88 No shocking result in a game when third ranked TSU (16-4) smashed on the road 10th ranked Barnaul (7-14) 88-67 on Wednesday. TSU dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Barnaul's 22. TSU forced 25 Barnaul turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for the former international forward Denis Levshin (202-1993) who led his team to a victory scoring 15 points. Forward Ilya Karpenko (204-1997) helped adding 14 points (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!). The former international guard Maxim Grigoryev (196-1990) responded with 20 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and the former international power forward Alimdzhan Fedyushin (209-1989, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) scored 17 points. Both teams had four players each who 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. TSU maintains third place with 16-4 record having five points less than leader Uralmash. Loser Barnaul keeps the tenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Kupol-Rodniki. TSU will meet Novosybirsk (#6) in the next round. Barnaul will play against the league's leader Uralmash (#1) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: TSU: D.Levshin 15+4reb+3ast, I.Karpenko 14+4reb+1ast, D.Makeev 12+2reb+3ast, A.Lavnikov 10+1reb+1ast, A.Makiev 10+8reb, I.Pynko 8+1ast Barnaul: M.Grigoryev 20+9reb+5ast, A.Fedyushin 17+4reb, R.Lagutin 13+1reb+2ast, E.Voytyuk 10+6reb, V.Ilinov 5+1reb+2ast, A.Semenov 2+1reb Khimki - Zenit-2 73-70 Eleventh-ranked Zenit-2 (7-15) made lots of trouble for fourth ranked Khimki (14-7). Khimki managed to secure only three-point victory 73-70. However their fans expected much easier game. Khimki forced 22 Zenit-2 turnovers. Strangely Zenit-2 outrebounded Khimki 33-21 including a 16-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Zenit-2 was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Power forward Evgeny Fidiy (208-1991) orchestrated the victory by scoring 20 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Point guard Dmitriy Nezvankin (187-1993) contributed with 12 points for the winners. Forward Danil Pevnev (203-2000) answered with 11 points and 8 rebounds and center Dmitriy Khaldeev (210-1999) added 9 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Zenit-2. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Khimki maintains fourth place with 14-7 record. Newly promoted Zenit-2 dropped to the twelfth position with 15 games lost. Khimki will play against CSKA 2 (#13) in Moscow in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Zenit-2 will play on the road against Univ.Surgut and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Khimki: E.Fidiy 20+8reb+3ast, D.Nezvankin 12+1reb+2ast, G.Suvorov 11+1ast, D.Korshakov 8+1reb, A.Varnakov 7+2reb+4ast, A.Vostrikov 7+3reb+2ast Zenit-2: A.Ermolovich 14+3reb+1ast, P.Danil 11+8reb+3ast, K.Shevchuk 9+2reb+8ast, D.Khaldeev 9+10reb+1ast, R.Egor 8+2reb+1ast, T.Andrey 8+2reb+2ast Lok.Kuban - Tambov 70-86 Very expected game in Krasnodar where 15th ranked Lok.Kuban (2-19) was defeated by ninth ranked Tambov (11-11) 86-70 on Wednesday. Tambov made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a great evening for Belarusian forward Maxim Liutych (203-1997) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 14 rebounds. Forward Roman Balandin (205-1997) helped adding 22 points. Armenian forward Alexey Chizhenok (200-2001) responded with 15 points and 8 rebounds and Demid Tyulyubayev (-2004) scored 12 points (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Tambov. Newly promoted Tambov maintains ninth place with 11-11 record. Lok.Kuban lost their eleventh game in a row. They stay dead last with 19 lost games. Tambov will meet league's second-placed Runa Basket in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Lok.Kuban will play against Rusichi K. (#14) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Tambov: R.Balandin 22+2reb, M.Liutych 11+14reb+1ast, B.Vladislav 10+2reb+2ast, M.Khoziashev 10+3reb+7ast, A.Loginov 9+1reb+1ast, Y.Mityuk 9+2reb+6ast Lok.Kuban: A.Chizhenok 15+8reb+1ast, T.Demid 12+4reb+3ast, K.Valeriy 11+4reb, G.Semen 7+3ast, V.Mikhail 7+2reb+5ast, I.Sorokin 6+2reb+3ast Novosybirsk - Uralmash 76-88 Leader Uralmash delivered the twentieth win on Wednesday night. This time they beat 5th ranked Novosybirsk (12-9) 88-76 in Novosibirsk. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Novosybirsk. Uralmash looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was swingman Kirill Pisklov (192-1996) who scored 21 points and 5 rebounds. American forward Javonte Douglas (203-1992, college: Montevallo) chipped in 10 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Swingman Ruslan Tumanov (195-1991, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) produced 20 points and Azat Tukmakov (190-1996) added 14 points respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Uralmash (20-1) have an impressive series of sixteen victories in a row. They maintain first place. Novosybirsk at the other side keeps the fifth position with nine games lost. They share it with Dinamo V.. Uralmash are looking forward to face Barnaul (#11) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Novosybirsk will play against TSU (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Uralmash: K.Pisklov 21+5reb+1ast, I.Novikov 16+2reb+3ast, A.Zakharov 16+3reb+1ast, J.Douglas 10+8reb+5ast, R.Zagretdinov 9+7reb, A.Glazunov 9+1reb+12ast Novosybirsk: R.Tumanov 20+1reb, I.Evstigneev 15+3reb, A.Tukmakov 14+3reb+3ast, R.Abdulbasirov 11+5reb+3ast, A.Kirdyachkin 8+7reb+4ast, Z.Sergey 3+2reb+2ast Runa Basket - Rusichi K. 96-52 The game with biggest result difference took place in Moscow. Local Runa Basket (19-1) outscored 14th ranked Rusichi K. (4-18) 96-52 on Wednesday night. Runa Basket made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. Runa Basket outrebounded Rusichi K. 56-31 including a 36-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 34 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Rusichi K.'s players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Runa Basket made 7 blocks. Worth to mention a quality performance of guard Fedor Klyuchnikov (193-1990) who helped to win the game recording 23 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Nikolai Zhmako (195-1989, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) helped adding 7 points and 12 rebounds. The former international center Alexandr Vinnik (215-1989, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) responded with 10 points and 7 rebounds and guard Roman Kazyulin (187-1994) scored 10 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. The victory was the fourteenth consecutive win for Runa Basket. They maintain second place with 19-1 record behind leader Uralmash. Rusichi K. lost their fourth game in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the fourteenth position with 18 games lost. Runa Basket will meet at home Tambov (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rusichi K. will play against Lok.Kuban (#15) in Krasnodar and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Runa Basket: F.Klyuchnikov 23+6reb+4ast, M.Dybovskiy 12+1reb, G.Lawal 10+7reb+1ast, V.Zaryazhko 10+3reb+7ast, A.Komissarov 9+6reb+2ast, M.Karpachev 8+8reb+4ast Rusichi K.: K.Roman 10+2reb+2ast, A.Vinnik 10+7reb, A.Staborovskij 8+2reb+2ast, V.Solovyev 6+5reb, A.Litvyakov 4+7reb, D.Kazulin 4+2reb+3ast Univ.Surgut - CSKA 2 77-62 Very predictable result when eighth ranked Univ.Surgut (11-10) beat at home 13th ranked CSKA 2 (5-17) 77-62 on Wednesday. Univ.Surgut forced 24 CSKA 2 turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for forward Konstantin Bulanov (204-1990, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) who led his team to a victory scoring 20 points and 7 rebounds. American power forward Jervon Pressley (203-1992, college: Hampton) helped adding 19 points and 6 rebounds. Oleg Akramov (204-2003, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and power forward Pavel Zakharov (213-2001, college: CBU) scored 11 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Univ.Surgut maintains eighth place with 11-10 record. CSKA 2 lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the thirteenth position with 17 games lost. Univ.Surgut will meet at home Zenit-2 (#12) in the next round. CSKA 2 will play against Khimki and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Univ.Surgut: K.Bulanov 20+7reb+2ast, J.Pressley 19+6reb+1ast, A.Ershov 18+4reb+2ast, I.Samsonov 7+2reb, S.Tokarev 5+2reb+8ast, Y.Bestuzhev 4+4reb+4ast CSKA 2: A.Oleg 15+11reb+4ast, P.Zakharov 11+8reb+1ast, S.Vadim 9, E.Alexandr 6+7reb+1ast, F.Lev 6+4reb, B.Evgeniy 6+1reb+1ast |
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| JLS Round 15: Zitko Basket defeat Crvena Zvezda in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 15 in the JLS took place in Beograd. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of 3rd placed Crvena Zvezda (10-3) to sixth ranked Zitko Basket (7-6) 93-90 on Sunday evening. It was a great evening for forward Aleksandar Mitrovic (204-2004) who led his team to a victory scoring 26 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Aleksa Milosevic (188-2004) helped adding 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. The best for the losing side was center Lazar Gacic (212-2005) with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds. Zitko Basket moved-up to fifth place. Crvena Zvezda lost third consecutive game. They keep the third position with three games lost. Zitko Basket are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Konstantin Nis (#12) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Crvena Zvezda will play against Sloboda U. (#11) in Uzice and is hoping to win this game. Spartak (#5) was upset in Beograd by eighth ranked Partizan BG 74-64. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Spartak. It was an exceptional evening for guard Savo Drezgic (187-2006) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 32 points, 14 rebounds and 7 assists. Viktor Mikic accounted for 17 points and 14 rebounds. Forward Borivoj Kojic (198-2005) came up with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds for Spartak in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Partizan BG have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Joker S. Newly promoted Spartak dropped to the eighth position with five games lost. Partizan BG will play against Vojvodina NS (#10) in Novi Sad in the next round. Spartak will play at home against Dynamic BG and hopes to get back on the winning track. JLS top team - Mega SM (12-0) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed eleventh ranked Sloboda U. (3-12) in Sremska Mitrovica 133-74. The best player for the winners was Bogoljub Markovic who had a double-double by scoring 31 points and 11 rebounds (on 13-of-15 shooting from the field). At the other side the best for losing team was Bojan Dulovic who recorded 19 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. Undefeated Mega SM have an impressive series of twelve victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 12-0 record. Sloboda U. at the other side keeps the eleventh position with 12 games lost. Mega SM will meet Radnicki KG (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Sloboda U. will play against Crvena Zvezda and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 15: Radnicki KG lost to Dynamic BG on the opponent's court 72-84. Borac Cacak managed to outperform Vojvodina NS in a home game 96-87. Joker S. managed to beat Konstantin Nis on the road 83-80. The most impressive stats of the last round was 24 points and 8 rebounds by Veljko Kovacevic of Joker S.. Crvena Zvezda - Zitko Basket 90-93 The most exciting game of round 15 in the JLS took place in Beograd. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of 3rd placed Crvena Zvezda (10-3) to sixth ranked Zitko Basket (7-6) 93-90 on Sunday evening. It was a great evening for forward Aleksandar Mitrovic (204-2004) who led his team to a victory scoring 26 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Aleksa Milosevic (188-2004) helped adding 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. The best for the losing side was center Lazar Gacic (212-2005) with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds and Lazar Gagic (195-2005) scored 20 points and 7 rebounds. Five Zitko Basket and four Crvena Zvezda players scored in double figures. Zitko Basket moved-up to fifth place. Crvena Zvezda lost third consecutive game. They keep the third position with three games lost. Zitko Basket are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Konstantin Nis (#12) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Crvena Zvezda will play against Sloboda U. (#11) in Uzice and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Crvena Zvezda: G.Lazar 20+7reb+2ast, G.Lazar 16+13reb+3ast, D.Vuk 11+1reb+3ast, B.Luka 10+3reb+2ast, R.Relja 9+4reb+4ast, D.Aleksa 8+1reb Zitko Basket: M.Aleksandar 26+7reb+2ast, M.Aleksa 23+6reb+5ast, D.Marko 15+3reb+9ast, L.Djordje 14+4reb+1ast, O.Aleksej 11+12reb+2ast, O.Djordje 4+2reb Mega SM - Sloboda U. 133-74 JLS top team - Mega SM (12-0) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed eleventh ranked Sloboda U. (3-12) in Sremska Mitrovica 133-74. Mega SM dominated down low during the game scoring 90 of its points in the paint compared to Sloboda U.'s 42. Mega SM forced 29 Sloboda U. turnovers and outrebounded them 49-22 including a 23-9 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 36 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Sloboda U.'s players. The best player for the winners was forward Bogoljub Markovic (204-2005) who had a double-double by scoring 31 points and 11 rebounds (on 13-of-15 shooting from the field). Slovenian forward Urban Kroflic (197-2006, agency: BeoBasket) chipped in a double-double by scoring 20 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 10 steals. Five Mega SM players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Bojan Dulovic (-2004) who recorded 19 points and 9 rebounds and Nemanja Kukanjac (-2007) added 14 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. Mega SM have an impressive series of twelve victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 12-0 record. Sloboda U. at the other side keeps the eleventh position with 12 games lost. Mega SM will meet Radnicki KG (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Sloboda U. will play against Crvena Zvezda and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Sloboda U.: D.Bojan 19+9reb+2ast, K.Nemanja 14+2reb+1ast, V.Luka 12+2reb+1ast, J.Vasilije 7+2reb+2ast, R.Pavle 5+1reb+1ast, S.Ognjen 4+1reb Mega SM: M.Bogoljub 31+11reb+2ast, K.Urban 20+7reb+4ast, D.Danilo 16+5reb+4ast, S.Abdramane 13+5reb+2ast, A.Musicki 10+2reb+9ast, Z.Rade 9+2reb+5ast Dynamic BG - Radnicki KG 84-72 Very expected game in Beograd where 9th ranked Radnicki KG (6-9) was defeated by fourth ranked Dynamic BG (9-6) 84-72 on Monday. Dynamic BG outrebounded Radnicki KG 51-28 including a 37-12 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was center Filip Malesevic (216-2005) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds. Swingman Jovan Ristic (194-2004) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. Five Dynamic BG players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Predrag Panisic (-2004) who recorded a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds and Vuk Zivanovic (-2004) added 24 points and 6 steals respectively. Dynamic BG maintains fourth place with 9-6 record. Radnicki KG lost their third game in a row. They keep the ninth position with nine games lost. Dynamic BG will meet Spartak (#8) in the next round. Radnicki KG will play against the league's leader Mega SM and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Radnicki KG: Z.Vuk 24+3reb+2ast, P.Predrag 17+10reb+3ast, R.Andrija 11+6reb, P.Ognjen 9+2reb+1ast, K.Andrej 6+1reb+1ast, V.Janko 5+6reb Dynamic BG: M.Filip 19+14reb+2ast, R.Aleksa 14+4reb+6ast, B.Vukasin 14+6reb+4ast, R.Ognjen 12+10reb+1ast, J.Ristic 11+11reb+6ast, V.Savo 9+1reb Partizan BG - Spartak 74-64 Spartak (#5) was upset in Beograd by eighth ranked Partizan BG 74-64. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Spartak. They outrebounded Spartak 56-36 including a 36-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for guard Savo Drezgic (187-2006) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 32 points, 14 rebounds and 7 assists. Center Viktor Mikic (210-2005) accounted for 17 points and 14 rebounds for the winning side. Forward Borivoj Kojic (198-2005) came up with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds and swingman Dusan Cicic (191-2004) added 16 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Spartak in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Partizan BG have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Joker S. Newly promoted Spartak dropped to the eighth position with five games lost. Partizan BG will play against Vojvodina NS (#10) in Novi Sad in the next round. Spartak will play at home against Dynamic BG and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Spartak: K.Borivoj 25+11reb+1ast, C.Dusan 16+6reb+3ast, B.Martin 15+3reb+4ast, J.Mihajlo 2+4reb+2ast, R.Vuk 2+2reb+1ast, T.Aleksandar 2+1reb+2ast Partizan BG: D.Savo 32+14reb+7ast, M.Viktor 17+14reb+1ast, P.Stefan 11+7reb, B.Bojan 5+3reb+1ast, V.Fedor 5+6reb+1ast, K.Matteo 2+3reb+1ast Borac Cacak - Vojvodina NS 96-87 Very predictable result when second ranked Borac Cacak (11-1) defeated at home 10th ranked Vojvodina NS (4-10) 96-87 on Sunday. Borac Cacak forced 19 Vojvodina NS turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Dusan Eric (187-2006) who scored 29 points and 8 rebounds. Guard Djordje Curcic-M (194-2005) chipped in 17 points and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Vuk Kovijanic (-2004) who recorded 22 points and 5 assists and Milan Pokrajac (-2004) added 18 points and 6 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) respectively. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the third consecutive win for Borac Cacak. They maintain second place with 11-1 record behind leader Mega SM. Loser Vojvodina NS keeps the tenth position with ten games lost. Borac Cacak will meet Joker S. (#6) in the next round. Vojvodina NS will play against Partizan BG (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Vojvodina NS: K.Vuk 22+4reb+5ast, P.Milan 18+6reb, B.Nikola 11+2reb+2ast, V.Marko 8, M.Mateja 7+2reb+4ast, G.Mihajlo 6+2reb+5ast Borac Cacak: E.Dusan 29+8reb, C.Djordje 17+3reb+6ast, M.Veljko 14+10reb+1ast, I.Uros 9+4ast, V.Vukasin 8+2reb+4ast, B.Djordje 8+2reb+1ast Konstantin Nis - Joker S. 80-83 Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Konstantin Nis (0-14) were edged at home by ninth ranked Joker S. (7-8) 83-80 on Sunday. Joker S. made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Joker S. outrebounded Konstantin Nis 45-28 including a 37-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Veljko Kovacevic (-2005) who scored 24 points and 8 rebounds. Matija Kustudic (-2004) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points, 11 rebounds and 9 assists. Four Joker S. players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Ilija Petrovic (-2005) who recorded a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and Nikola Petrovic (-2005) added 20 points and 4 assists respectively. Konstantin Nis' coach Milan Tubic rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Joker S. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Partizan BG. Konstantin Nis lost their fourteenth game in a row. They still close the standings with 14 games lost. Joker S. will meet at home league's second-placed Borac Cacak in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Konstantin Nis will play against Zitko Basket (#5) in Beograd and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Konstantin Nis: P.Nikola 20+2reb+4ast, D.Luka 19+6reb, P.Ilija 14+11reb+1ast, M.Aleksa 9+7ast, C.Petar 8+3reb+1ast, P.Danilo 4 Joker S.: K.Veljko 24+8reb+1ast, M.Lazar 16+5reb+5ast, K.Matija 13+11reb+9ast, S.Aleksa 10+4reb, B.Jagos 9+3reb, M.Bojan 7+3reb |
| Drezgic number one in Serbian JLS for round 15 - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Guard Savo Drezgic (187-G-2006) had a very impressive game in the last round for Partizan BG, receiving a Hoops Agents JLS Player of the Week award for round 15. The 16-year old player had a double-double of 32 points and 14 rebounds, while his team beat Spartak (#8, 6-5) 74-64. Partizan BG is placed at 7th position in Serbian JLS. Partizan BG 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 7-8 record. In the team's last game Drezgic had a remarkable 71.4% from 2-point range. He turned to be Partizan BG's top player in his first season with the team. Savo Drezgic has solid league stats. He is league's best scorer averaging so far 22.0ppg. Drezgic is in league's top in assists (8th best: 4.9apg) and averages impressive 62.6% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Bogoljub Markovic (204-F-2005) of league's leader Mega SM. Markovic had a very good evening with a double-double of 31 points and 11 rebounds. Of course he led Mega SM to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Sloboda U. (#11, 3-12) 133-74. Of course Mega SM still keep the league's top spot. He plays for the best team in the league and Mega SM managed to win all 12 games keeping a perfect record. Markovic is a newcomer at Mega SM, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 21.7ppg (#2). He also registered 9.8 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was Vuk Kovijanic (2004) of Vojvodina NS (#10). Kovijanic scored 22 points and passed five assists. Despite Kovijanic's great performance Vojvodina NS lost 87-96 to the higher-ranked Borac Cacak (#2, 11-1). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Vojvodina NS can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 4-10 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Kovijanic has individually a great season in Serbia. After 13 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 5.2apg (6th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Urban Kroflic (197-F-2006) of Mega SM - 20 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Aleksandar Mitrovic (204-F-2004) of Zitko Basket - 26 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Filip Malesevic (216-C-2005) of Dynamic BG - 19 points, 14 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Aleksa Milosevic (188-G-2004) of Zitko Basket - 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists 8. Borivoj Kojic (198-F-2005) of Spartak - 25 points and 11 rebounds 9. Lazar Gacic (212-C-2005) of Crvena Zvezda - 16 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Dusan Eric (187-G-2006) of Borac Cacak - 29 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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| Span number one in Slovenia Liga Nova KBM for round 18 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 27-year old player was the main contributor (27 points, five rebounds and four assists) to his team's victory, helping them to edge out LTH Castings (#9, 5-13) 87-84. Rogaska maintains the 4th position in Slovenian Liga Nova KBM. Rogaska is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 9-9 record. In the team's last game Span had a remarkable 54.5% from 2-point range and got four three-pointers out of 7 attempts. He turned to be Rogaska's top player in his first season with the team. Former University of South Carolina Upstate star has very solid stats this year. Span is in league's top in points (5th best: 16.1ppg) and assists (3rd best: 6.6apg). The second best player in last round's games was young Bosnia and Herzegovina Simo Atanackovic (207-F-1990) of Terme Olimia. Atanackovic had a very good evening with 30 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course he led Terme Olimia to another comfortable win 95-80 over slightly lower-ranked Ilirija (#7, 7-11) being unquestionably team leader. Terme Olimia's 5th position in the standings has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 9-9 record is not bad and everything may still change. Atanackovic is one of the most experienced players at Terme Olimia and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.0ppg (#3). He also registered 6.0 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was forward Tim Tomazic (197-F-1999) of Sentjur (#6). Tomazic scored 19 points and passed nine assists. He was a key player of Sentjur, leading his team to a 74-57 easy win against slightly lower-ranked Hopsi Polzela (#8, 6-12). The chances of Sentjur ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 10 games, recording just eight victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Tomazic could help Sentjur to bring them higher in the standings. Tomazic has a great season in Slovenia. After 18 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 7.1rpg (3rd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Sandi Cebular (194-G-1986) of Terme Olimia - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Urban Durnik (204-PF-1997) of Rogaska - 17 points and 7 rebounds 6. Adrio Bailey (197-F-1997) of Zlatorog - 19 points and 5 rebounds 7. Ziga Daneu (201-F-2002) of Ilirija - 18 points and 6 rebounds 8. Miha Cerkvenik (187-SG-2001) of Krka - 12 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Lovro Buljevic (211-F/C-1998) of Helios Suns - 13 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Rok Stipcevic (186-PG-1986) of Krka - 20 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)
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| Khyri Thomas (ex Tofas) signs at Burgos - by Eurobasket News | |||
In 2018 he was drafted by Philadelphia 76ers (NBA) in second round (38th overall). Thomas graduated from Creighton University and it is his fifth season in pro basketball. He is a very experienced player. Thomas has played also professionally in Israel (Maccabi Tel Aviv), NBA (Atlanta Hawks and Detroit Pistons), Spain (Bilbao), NBA G League (Austin Spurs and Grand Rapids Gold) and NBA Summer League (Detroit Pistons and Houston Rockets). Among many awards his team was regular season runner-up in Israeli Premier League in 2022. He was also voted to All-Big East Defensive Player of the Year back in 2018. (via @miskoraznatovic) |
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| Hallberg's 33-point game gives him Basketettan Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 33 points adding nine rebounds and six assists for Hogsbo 2 in his team's victory, helping them to beat Nassjo 2 (#7, 5-10) 96-83. Hogsbo 2 maintains the 3rd position in their group in Swedish Basketettan. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Hogsbo 2 will need more victories to improve their 11-4 record. In the team's last game Hallberg had a remarkable 83.3% from 2-point range and got four three-pointers out of 7 attempts. He turned to be Hogsbo 2's top player in his first season with the team. Hallberg has impressive league stats. He leads league in rebounds with 11.5rpg. Hallberg is in league's top in and averages solid 2.9spg. Second best performed player last round was Adam Rask of KFUM Sundsvall. He is a in his second season at KFUM Sundsvall. In the last game Rask recorded impressive double-double of 35 points and 17 rebounds. Bad luck as KFUM Sundsvall lost that game 72-96 to the higher-ranked KFUM Black. (#7, 8-8). KFUM Sundsvall managed to keep the same 11th spot in North. 15 lost games are too many considering they did not win any game. Rask is well-known at KFUM Sundsvall and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.5ppg (#6). He also registered 8.4 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to guard Niklas Herring (182-PG-1999) of league's leader Djurgarden. Herring showcased his all-around game by recording 17 points, ten rebounds and sixteen assists (!!!) in the last round. He was a key player of Djurgarden, leading his team to a 124-53 easy win against the lower-ranked Kalmar 2 (#9, 4-12). Djurgarden have amazing season winning all 15 games without a single defeat in South. Herring turns to be one of the very best players in the league while he is also a leader of the top team having his eyes on the championship title. Herring has a great season in Sweden. After 13 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 21.1ppg (4th best) and assists with 5.4apg (6th best). He also has 2.5spg, FGP: 55.4% and 3PT: 44.7%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Peter Moller) of Malbas - 27 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Daniel Persson (198-G/F-1991) of KFUM Black. - 19 points, 16 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Morris Ntihabose) of Nassjo 2 - 18 points, 17 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Arvid Lindgren) of Akersberga - 22 points and 10 rebounds 8. Simon Wahlberg) of Aros - 13 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists 9. Jens Ornehed) of Djurgarden - 28 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Carl Birgemo (199-F-2002) of Kalmar 2 - 19 points, 11 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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| Sharkey number one in Sweden Basketligan for round 29 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 25-year old player was the main contributor (36 points, eight rebounds and seven assists) to his team's victory, helping them to beat Nassjo (#6, 12-12) 97-91. Sodertalje maintains the 9th position in Swedish Basketligan. Sodertalje is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 10-15 record. In the team's last game Sharkey had a remarkable seven three-pointers out of 11 attempts. He turned to be Sodertalje's top player in his first season with the team. Former Samford University star has very solid stats this year. Sharkey is in league's top in points (7th best: 17.9ppg) and averages impressive 3.5spg and 53.3% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young American Derreck Brooks Jr. (198-G-1994) of Nassjo. Brooks Jr. had a very good evening with 23 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists. Bad luck as Nassjo lost that game 91-97 to the lower-ranked Sodertalje (#9, 10-15). Nassjo managed to keep the same 6th spot in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 12-12 record is not bad and everything may still change. Brooks Jr. is a newcomer at Nassjo, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was American guard Marcus Tyus (185-G-1994) of Norrkoping (#3). Tyus scored 24 points. He was a key player of Norrkoping, leading his team to a 106-71 easy win against the lower-ranked Kalmar (#10, 4-22). Norrkoping needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 18 victories and 7 lost games. Tyus has a very solid season. In 7 games in Sweden he scored 10.9ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Quatarrius Wilson (203-C/F-1996) of Koping Stars - 20 points and 11 rebounds 5. Christopher McKnight (201-PF-1987) of Boras - 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 6. KeShawn Curry (195-G-1998) of Koping Stars - 20 points, 3 rebounds and 10 assists 7. CJ Dunston (198-G/F-1994) of Umea - 16 points and 7 rebounds 8. Bryan Jefferson (201-F-1994) of Umea - 24 points, 14 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Bodie Hume (201-G) of Boras - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Jan Tratnik (190-SG-1989) of Kalmar - 15 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Basketettan Round 18: KFUM Lidingo keep a leadership position - by Eurobasket News | ||
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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 had a very big importance for second-ranked KFUM Lidingo as it allowed them to take a leadership position. KFUM Lidingo smashed 8th ranked Jamtland 2 at home 80-49. KFUM Lidingo forced 29 Jamtland 2 turnovers. It was a good game for forward Alexandar Petrovic (197-1993) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Oskar Granat (185-1994) contributed with 10 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. KFUM Lidingo's coach felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Mustafa Hamid replied with 20 points and 5 rebounds for Jamtland 2. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Hogsbo 2. Jamtland 2 lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with ten games lost. Jamtland 2 will play next round against Alvik trying to get back on the winning streak. KFUM Lidingo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Important game to mention about took place in Vasteras. Sixth ranked Aros (10-6) saved a 2-point victory at home edging one of their biggest challengers RIG Lulea (10-6) 76-74 in the game for the third place. Guard Oskar Ekh (190-1999) scored 33 points (!!!) to lead the charge for the winners and Simon Wahlberg chipped in 13 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Aros' coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. The best for the losing side was forward Anton Fontin (201-2006) with 15 points and 8 rebounds. Aros have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated RIG Lulea. Aros will play against Akersberga (#4) in Stockholm in the next round. RIG Lulea will play at home against KFUM Sundsvall and hopes to get back on the winning track. A very close game took place in Stockholm between Akersberga and RIG Lulea. Sixth ranked Akersberga (10-6) got a very close home victory over one of their biggest challengers RIG Lulea (10-6). Akersberga managed to escape with a 2-point win 86-84 in the fight for the third place. Arvid Lindgren notched a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds to lead the effort. Even 27 points and 7 rebounds by Felix Smedjeback did not help to save the game for RIG Lulea. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Akersberga have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated RIG Lulea. Akersberga will meet Aros (#6) in the next round. RIG Lulea will play against KFUM Sundsvall and hope to secure a win. There were no big surprises in other games of round 18: Jamtland 2 was beaten by KFUM Black. on the road 83-73. Winless KFUM Sundsvall was destroyed by KFUM Black. on its own court 72-96. Kalmar 2 managed to outperform KFUM Fry. 2 in a road game 82-68. Malbas managed to beat Hammarby at home 77-61. Nassjo 2 was defeated by Hogsbo 2 on the opponent's court 96-83. Djurgarden smashed Kalmar 2 in a home game 124-53. The most impressive performance of 18th round was 35 points (!!!) and 17 rebounds by Adam Rask of KFUM Sundsvall. Group NorthKFUM Black. - Jamtland 2 83-73The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked KFUM Black.'s (8-8) home victory over 8th ranked Jamtland 2 (6-10) in Vallingby 83-73 on Saturday. KFUM Black. dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Jamtland 2's 34. KFUM Black. forced 23 Jamtland 2 turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Swingman Daniel Persson (198-1991) notched 18 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals to lead the effort and William Segerstroem supported him with 15 points and 7 rebounds. Four KFUM Black. players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 18 points, 11 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals by point guard Johan Petersen (176-1999) did not help to save the game for Jamtland 2. Moltas Gyllebring added 20 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. KFUM Black. have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain seventh position with 8-8 record. Jamtland 2 lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with ten games lost. KFUM Black. will meet at home league's second-placed Umea 2 in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Jamtland 2 will play against Alvik (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: KFUM Black.: D.Persson 18+8reb+6ast, S.William 15+7reb+3ast, F.Illes 15+4reb+1ast, H.Fidel 11+12reb+1ast, R.Bille 8, G.Anastasio 8+2reb Jamtland 2: G.Moltas 20+5reb+2ast, J.Petersen 18+11reb+7ast, H.Mustafa 14+5reb, G.Moses 7+2reb, K.Viktor 6+8reb+1ast, A.Boethius 5+7reb+1ast Aros - RIG Lulea 76-74 Important game to mention about took place in Vasteras. Sixth ranked Aros (10-6) saved a 2-point victory at home edging one of their biggest challengers RIG Lulea (10-6) 76-74 in the game for the third place. Guard Oskar Ekh (190-1999) scored 33 points (!!!) to lead the charge for the winners and Simon Wahlberg chipped in 13 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Aros' coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. The best for the losing side was forward Anton Fontin (201-2006) with 15 points and 8 rebounds and Oliver Stefanovic scored 19 points. Aros have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated RIG Lulea. Aros will play against Akersberga (#4) in Stockholm in the next round. RIG Lulea will play at home against KFUM Sundsvall and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Aros: O.Ekh 33+2reb+2ast, A.Lundqvist 13+7reb+2ast, W.Simon 13+15reb+5ast, V.Alexander 7+3reb+2ast, A.Stahl 7+1reb+2ast, A.Simovic 2+4reb RIG Lulea: S.Oliver 19+2reb+2ast, F.Anton 15+8reb+2ast, S.Felix 12+5reb+1ast, B.Hugo 9+2reb+1ast, J.Mass 9+3reb+1ast, F.Alliou 4+5reb KFUM Lidingo - Jamtland 2 80-49 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked KFUM Lidingo as it allowed them to take a leadership position. KFUM Lidingo smashed 8th ranked Jamtland 2 at home 80-49. KFUM Lidingo forced 29 Jamtland 2 turnovers. It was a good game for forward Alexandar Petrovic (197-1993) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Oskar Granat (185-1994) contributed with 10 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. KFUM Lidingo's coach felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Mustafa Hamid replied with 20 points and 5 rebounds and Yoel Weldegergis added 5 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Jamtland 2. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Hogsbo 2. Jamtland 2 lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with ten games lost. Jamtland 2 will play next round against Alvik trying to get back on the winning streak. KFUM Lidingo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Top scorers: KFUM Lidingo: A.Petrovic 16+10reb, O.Theodore 11+1reb, G.Oskar 10+7reb+5ast, J.Sundkvist 9+1reb+3ast, P.Jake 8+3reb+1ast, B.Faical 8+7reb+4ast Jamtland 2: H.Mustafa 20+5reb+1ast, G.Moses 6+1reb, W.Yoel 5+10reb+1ast, E.Oliver 5+3reb, E.Victor 4+1reb, J.Petersen 4+5reb Akersberga - RIG Lulea 86-84 A very close game took place in Stockholm between Akersberga and RIG Lulea. Sixth ranked Akersberga (10-6) got a very close home victory over one of their biggest challengers RIG Lulea (10-6). Akersberga managed to escape with a 2-point win 86-84 in the fight for the third place. Akersberga forced 28 RIG Lulea turnovers. Arvid Lindgren notched a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds to lead the effort and Joel Halling supported him with 19 points. Even 27 points and 7 rebounds by guard Felix Smedjeback (195-2004) did not help to save the game for RIG Lulea. Oscar Wickstrom added 14 points. Four Akersberga and five RIG Lulea players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Akersberga have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated RIG Lulea. Akersberga will meet Aros (#6) in the next round. RIG Lulea will play against KFUM Sundsvall and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Akersberga: L.Arvid 22+10reb, H.Joel 19+4reb+2ast, P.Sarunas 15+2reb, J.Gunnarsson 10+5reb+1ast, N.Tom 6+5reb+3ast, E.Reimegard 4+6reb+2ast RIG Lulea: S.Felix 27+7reb+1ast, W.Oscar 14+4reb+3ast, J.Dante 13+5reb, F.Anton 13+5reb, S.Oliver 10+5reb+1ast, F.Alliou 5+5reb+1ast KFUM Sundsvall - KFUM Black. 72-96 Very expected game when bottom-ranked KFUM Sundsvall (0-15) was smashed at home by seventh ranked KFUM Black. (8-8) 96-72 on Sunday. KFUM Black. dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to KFUM Sundsvall's 46. KFUM Black. forced 25 KFUM Sundsvall turnovers and outrebounded them 59-37 including a 25-11 advantage in offensive rebounds. Fidel Hadege (-2004) notched a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort and swingman Daniel Persson (198-1991) supported him with 19 points and 16 rebounds. Five KFUM Black. players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 35 points (!!!) and 17 rebounds by Adam Rask did not help to save the game for KFUM Sundsvall. Malte Svedin added 12 points. KFUM Black. have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain seventh position with 8-8 record. KFUM Sundsvall at the other side still closes the standings with 15 games lost. KFUM Black. will meet at home league's second-placed Umea 2 in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. KFUM Sundsvall will play against the league's second-placed Umea 2 (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: KFUM Black.: H.Fidel 25+11reb+2ast, D.Persson 19+16reb+3ast, G.Anastasio 17+9reb+4ast, P.David 11+8reb, L.Anton 10+7reb+3ast, R.Bille 8+4reb+1ast KFUM Sundsvall: R.Adam 35+17reb, S.Malte 12+4reb, B.Valter 7+5reb+1ast, O.Martin 6+4reb+2ast, B.Jakob 5+1reb+1ast, N.Alfred 4+3reb Group SouthKFUM Fry. 2 - Kalmar 2 68-82We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when tenth ranked Kalmar 2 (4-12) won against 9th ranked KFUM Fry. 2 (4-13) in Stockholm 82-68 on Sunday. Kalmar 2 dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to KFUM Fry. 2's 28. They outrebounded KFUM Fry. 2 43-25 including a 34-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Guard Bryan Owuor (185-1996) notched a double-double by scoring 19 points and 13 rebounds to lead the effort and forward Carl Birgemo (199-2002) supported him with 19 points and 11 rebounds. Even 27 points and 5 steals by guard Nathaniel Nzonyansi (178-2006) did not help to save the game for KFUM Fry. 2. Edwin Soamo added 18 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Kalmar 2 moved-up to ninth place. KFUM Fry. 2 at the other side dropped to the tenth position with 13 games lost. Kalmar 2 will meet at home higher ranked SBBK (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. KFUM Fry. 2 will have a break next round. Top scorers: Kalmar 2: O.Bryan 19+13reb+1ast, B.Carl 19+11reb+3ast, E.Malte 19+5reb+3ast, R.Casper 9+1reb+1ast, A.Antonius 8+6reb+6ast, V.Jovan 5+5reb+5ast KFUM Fry. 2: N.Nathaniel 27+3reb+1ast, S.Edwin 18+5reb, J.Rodrigas 7+6reb+3ast, A.Faisal 5+1reb, N.Alexander 3+6reb+3ast, N.Alexander 3+1reb+2ast Malbas - Hammarby 77-61 Not a big story in a game when 5th ranked Hammarby (6-8) lost to third ranked Malbas (11-2) in Malmo 61-77 on Sunday. Malbas forced 21 Hammarby turnovers. Peter Moller notched 27 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 7 steals to lead the effort and guard Sebastian Rostboll (183-2000) supported him with 9 points and 5 assists. Malbas' coach let to play all 12 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 18 points and 7 rebounds by center Noah Kelly (199-1997) did not help to save the game for Hammarby. Ernesto Celiker added 14 points and 5 assists. Malbas have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Hammarby at the other side keeps the fifth position with eight games lost. Malbas will meet Hogsbo 2 (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Hammarby's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Stockholm Djurgarden. Top scorers: Malbas: M.Peter 27+5reb+5ast, C.Tomas 12+2reb, B.Edin 10+4reb+1ast, R.Sebastian 9+2reb+5ast, D.Terins 6+5reb+1ast, P.Eduardo 6+4reb Hammarby: N.Kelly 18+7reb, C.Ernesto 14+4reb+5ast, G.Pirmin 12+9reb+1ast, F.Simon 8+2reb+1ast, R.Emil 5+7reb+3ast, S.Edwin 3+2reb+1ast Hogsbo 2 - Nassjo 2 96-83 Everything went according to plan when third ranked Hogsbo 2 (11-4) defeated 7th ranked Nassjo 2 (5-10) in Goteborg 96-83 on Sunday. Hogsbo 2 forced 19 Nassjo 2 turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Forward Jesper Hallberg (201-1995) notched 33 points (!!!), 9 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the effort and point guard Efraim Kouame-Palm (188-2004) supported him with 10 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists. Hogsbo 2's coach used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even a double-double of 18 points and 17 rebounds by Morris Ntihabose did not help to save the game for Nassjo 2. Jacob Soderlund added 16 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 7 steals. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Hogsbo 2 have an impressive five-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with KFUM Lidingo. Newly promoted Nassjo 2 keeps the seventh place with ten games lost. Hogsbo 2 will meet at home league's second-placed Malbas in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Nassjo 2 will play against Marbo (#4) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Hogsbo 2: J.Hallberg 33+9reb+6ast, O.Alexander 14+9reb+1ast, Z.Luka 12+3reb+1ast, H.Alem 11+2ast, K.Efraim 10+13reb+9ast, Z.Leo 7+2reb Nassjo 2: A.Hampus 19+3reb+4ast, N.Morris 18+17reb+3ast, H.Mio 17+1reb+2ast, S.Jacob 16+7reb+4ast, C.Oskar 6, H.Filip 5+3reb Djurgarden - Kalmar 2 124-53 There was no surprise when 10th ranked Kalmar 2 (4-12) was outleveled by top-ranked Djurgarden (15-0) in Stockholm 124-53 on Saturday. Djurgarden held Kalmar 2 to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 56.1 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Kalmar 2 52-31 including a 37-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Djurgarden shot the lights out from three sinking 22 long-distance shots on high 55.0 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 40 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Kalmar 2's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Djurgarden made 7 blocks. Point guard Niklas Herring (182-1999) notched a triple-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds, 16 assists and 5 steals to lead the effort and Jens Ornehed supported him with 28 points and 9 rebounds. Five Djurgarden players scored in double figures. Even 5 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists by Antonius Allko did not help to save the game for Kalmar 2. Malte Eriksson added 10 points and 4 assists. Kalmar 2's coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Djurgarden have an impressive 15-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 15-0 record. Kalmar 2 at the other side dropped to the ninth place with 12 games lost. Djurgarden's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Stockholm to the arena Hammarby. Top scorers: Djurgarden: O.Jens 28+9reb+3ast, M.Melinder 18+4reb+4ast, E.Saleman 18+8reb+4ast, N.Herring 17+10reb+16ast, J.Hook 17+6reb, F.Bjornsson 17+6reb+5ast Kalmar 2: V.Jovan 12+2reb, O.Bryan 12+4reb+1ast, E.Malte 10+3reb+4ast, R.Casper 6+3reb+2ast, A.Antonius 5+10reb+7ast, G.Ardit 5+1reb |
| Basketligan Round 29: No surprise as #1 Boras defeat Fryshuset - by Eurobasket News | ||
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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. Basketligan top team - Boras (21-3) had no problems winning another game on Tuesday. This time they crushed eleventh ranked Fryshuset (0-24) in Stockholm 100-66. Boras looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Fryshuset's players. American guard Bodie Hume (201, college: N.Colorado) stepped up and scored 22 points and 5 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import Christopher McKnight (201-1987, college: Akron) chipped in 17 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Center Leonard Halling-Ibo (202-1992) responded with 17 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. Boras have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 21-3 record. Fryshuset at the other side still closes the standings. Boras are looking forward to face Norrkoping (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Fryshuset will play against Umea (#5) and hopes to get finally their first victory. The game in Umea was also worth to mention about. Second ranked Jamtland (20-5) played at the court of 5th ranked Umea (14-10). Jamtland defeated Umea 85-72. Naturalized American power forward RT Guinn (208-1981, college: Baylor) nailed 18 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side and Pierre Hampton accounted for 21 points (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). Jamtland's coach Adnan Cuk allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American forward Bryan Jefferson (201-1994, college: Mary) came up with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 14 rebounds for Umea in the defeat. The victory was the eleventh consecutive win for Jamtland. They maintain second place with 20-5 record behind leader Boras. Umea lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the fifth position with ten games lost. Jamtland will play against BC Lulea (#4) at home in the next round. Umea will play against Fryshuset and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game in Koping was also quite interesting. 7th ranked Uppsala (11-14) played at the court of eighth ranked Koping Stars (11-14). Koping Stars defeated Uppsala 80-69 on Tuesday. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Uppsala. The best player for the winners was KeShawn Curry who had a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 assists. Axel Nordstrom produced 14 points and 7 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Koping Stars moved-up to seventh place, which they share with defeated Uppsala. Koping Stars will meet higher ranked Nassjo (#6) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Uppsala will play against Sodertalje and it may be a tough game between close rivals. In the last two games of round 29 Norrkoping destroyed Kalmar on the opponent's court 106-71. Sodertalje managed to outperform Nassjo in a home game 97-91. The most impressive stats of the last round was 36 points (!!!), 8 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals by Josh Sharkey of Sodertalje. Umea - Jamtland 72-85 The game in Umea was also worth to mention about. Second ranked Jamtland (20-5) played at the court of 5th ranked Umea (14-10). Jamtland defeated Umea 85-72. Jamtland players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Umea's players. Naturalized American power forward RT Guinn (208-1981, college: Baylor) nailed 18 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side and the former international forward Pierre Hampton (201-1991) accounted for 21 points (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). Jamtland's coach Adnan Cuk allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American forward Bryan Jefferson (201-1994, college: Mary) came up with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 14 rebounds and the other American import swingman CJ Dunston (198-1994, college: Lancaster Bible, agency: Promo Sport ID) added 16 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Umea in the defeat. The victory was the eleventh consecutive win for Jamtland. They maintain second place with 20-5 record behind leader Boras. Umea lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the fifth position with ten games lost. Jamtland will play against BC Lulea (#4) at home in the next round. Umea will play against Fryshuset and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Jamtland: P.Hampton 21+1reb+1ast, R.Guinn 18+5reb+1ast, P.Carr 9+10reb+2ast, L.Horton 9+2reb+2ast, D.Johansson 9+1reb+3ast, C.Jackson 8+6reb+6ast Umea: B.Jefferson 24+14reb+3ast, C.Dunston 16+7reb, D.Hansson 15+1reb, C.Welle 8+10reb+1ast, D.Czerapowicz 3, N.Fullard 3+2reb Fryshuset - Boras 66-100 Basketligan top team - Boras (21-3) had no problems winning another game on Tuesday. This time they crushed eleventh ranked Fryshuset (0-24) in Stockholm 100-66. Boras looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Fryshuset's players. American guard Bodie Hume (201, college: N.Colorado) stepped up and scored 22 points and 5 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import Christopher McKnight (201-1987, college: Akron) chipped in 17 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Center Leonard Halling-Ibo (202-1992) responded with 17 points and 7 rebounds and Jamaican-Canadian point guard Jahmal Jones (185-1991, college: TMU) scored 12 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Both teams had four players each who 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. Boras have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 21-3 record. Fryshuset at the other side still closes the standings. Boras are looking forward to face Norrkoping (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Fryshuset will play against Umea (#5) and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Boras: B.Hume 22+5reb+3ast, C.McKnight 17+5reb+4ast, S.Gunnarsson 15+5reb+1ast, A.Cook 14+3reb+3ast, L.Johansson 12+6reb+7ast, R.Elias 6+2reb Fryshuset: L.Halling-Ibo 17+7reb+1ast, J.Jones 12+5reb+6ast, A.Hedqvist-Jallow 12+5reb+4ast, M.Novovic 10+8reb, S.Gustav 6+2reb, J.Palsson 5+1reb Kalmar - Norrkoping 71-106 Very expected game when 10th ranked Kalmar (4-22) was crushed at home by third ranked Norrkoping (18-7) 106-71 on Tuesday. Norrkoping outrebounded Kalmar 41-28 including 31 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Marcus Tyus (185-1994, college: Omaha) who scored 24 points and 4 steals (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). The former international Nathan Dawit (192-1994, agency: Players Group) chipped in 17 points and 4 assists. Five Norrkoping players scored in double figures. Norrkoping's coach Mikko Riipinen felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Slovenian Jan Tratnik (190-1989) produced 15 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists and guard Hannes Widell (183-1994) added 17 points respectively for the hosts. Defending champion maintains third place with 18-7 record having just two points less than leader Boras. Kalmar lost their third game in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the tenth position with 22 games lost. Norrkoping will meet at home league's leader Boras in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Kalmar will have a break next round. Top scorers: Norrkoping: M.Tyus 24+3reb, N.Dawit 17+2reb+4ast, D.Green 12+2reb, T.Schuberg 11+4reb+6ast, J.Murray-Boyles 11+2reb+1ast, N.Spires 10+6reb+1ast Kalmar: W.Hannes 17+2reb+1ast, J.Tratnik 15+5reb+8ast, T.Sjoberg 12+6reb, B.Carl 11+1reb+1ast, E.Larsson 9+3reb+1ast, S.Sjoberg 7+6reb+6ast Koping Stars - Uppsala 80-69 The game in Koping was also quite interesting. 7th ranked Uppsala (11-14) played at the court of eighth ranked Koping Stars (11-14). Koping Stars defeated Uppsala 80-69 on Tuesday. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Uppsala. Koping Stars dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Uppsala's 30. The best player for the winners was American guard KeShawn Curry (195-1998, college: VCU) who had a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 assists. His fellow American import power forward Quatarrius Wilson (203-1996, college: SEMO) chipped in a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds. Four Koping Stars players scored in double figures. Axel Nordstrom (194-1991) produced 14 points and 7 rebounds and American guard Jordan Shepherd (193, college: California) added 11 points respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Koping Stars moved-up to seventh place, which they share with defeated Uppsala. Koping Stars will meet higher ranked Nassjo (#6) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Uppsala will play against Sodertalje and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Koping Stars: K.Curry 20+3reb+10ast, Q.Wilson 20+11reb+1ast, T.McConico 15+8reb+2ast, O.Gehrke 10+3reb+1ast, J.Gray 7+5reb+1ast, K.Peterson 5+4reb Uppsala: A.Nordstrom 14+7reb, J.Shepherd 11+4reb+3ast, M.Axelsson 10+3reb, L.Friberg 9+5reb+1ast, A.Zekovic 9+4reb, J.Hinton 7+2reb Sodertalje - Nassjo 97-91 There was a small surprise when ninth ranked Sodertalje (10-15) defeated at home 6th ranked Nassjo (12-12) 97-91 on Tuesday. Sodertalje made 21-of-25 free shots (84.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American point guard Josh Sharkey (175-1997, college: Samford) who scored 36 points (!!!), 8 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. The former international Martin Pahlmblad (193-1986) chipped in 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. American guard Derreck Brooks Jr (198-1994, college: Cent Arkansas) produced 23 points and 8 rebounds and the other American import forward Willie Atwood (201-1994, college: Arizona St.) added 15 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Sodertalje maintains ninth place with 10-15 record. Loser Nassjo keeps the sixth position with 12 games lost. Sodertalje will meet higher ranked Uppsala (#8) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Nassjo will play against Koping Stars and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Sodertalje: J.Sharkey 36+8reb+7ast, M.Pahlmblad 15+6reb+4ast, A.Lindqvist 13+4reb+2ast, L.Radosavljevic 10+4reb+1ast, S.LeDay 10+4reb, W.Kelser 8+3reb+2ast Nassjo: D.Brooks Jr. 23+8reb+2ast, D.Ruffin 17+2reb+1ast, C.Barton 16+5ast, W.Atwood 15+5reb+3ast, A.Wesson 13+7reb+2ast, S.Drammeh 5+1reb+1ast |
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| SBL Round 18: Lugano defeats Monthey in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 18 in the SBL took place in Lugano. This derby game ended with only one-point defeat on the road of 6th ranked Monthey (7-11) to eighth ranked Lugano (7-10) 82-81 in the game for the sixth place. Lugano looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The former international point guard Robert Zinn (197-1995) had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 8 rebounds and 15 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American swingman Isaiah Ross (193-1996, college: Iona) chipped in 23 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Jay Jay Chandler III (193-1998, college: USA) with 20 points and 8 rebounds. Monthey's coach Patrick Pembele rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Lugano moved-up to sixth place. Monthey at the other side dropped to the seventh position with 11 games lost. They share it with Starwings. Lugano are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Swiss Central (#11) in Luzern in the next round where they are favorite. Monthey will play at home against Boncourt (#10) and is hoping to win this game. The game between Top Four teams took place in Fribourg. Second ranked host Fribourg (14-4) smashed one of their biggest challengers Vevey Riviera (12-5) 86-64. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Vevey Riviera. American guard Davonta Jordan (188-1997, college: Buffalo) notched 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and Jonathan Kazadi supported him with 13 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Fribourg's coach Petar Aleksic felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 19 points and 6 rebounds by guard Mateus Rodrigues (185-1999) did not help to save the game for Vevey Riviera. Fribourg have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 14-4 record behind leader Massagno. Newly promoted Vevey Riviera keeps the third place with five games lost. Fribourg will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Vevey Riviera will play at home against Neuchatel and it may be a tough game between close rivals. A very close game took place in Boncourt between Nyon and Boncourt. Tenth ranked Nyon (6-11) got a very close victory on the road over 9th ranked Boncourt (6-11). Nyon managed to escape with a 2-point win 60-58 in the fight for the ninth place. The best player for the winners was DeVante Brooks who had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 16 rebounds. Nyon's coach Stefan Ivanovic used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was Martins Igbanu who recorded a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds. Nyon moved-up to ninth place, which they share with defeated Boncourt. Boncourt lost third consecutive game. Nyon will meet at home higher ranked Geneve (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Boncourt will play against Monthey (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. In the last two games of round 18 bottom-ranked Swiss Central lost to Geneve on the opponent's court 68-79. Neuchatel outscored Starwings in a home game 91-70. Geneve - Swiss Central 79-68 Very expected game when 11th ranked Swiss Central (2-15) was defeated on the road by fourth ranked Geneve (10-7) 79-68 on Tuesday. Geneve looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was American center Keith Clanton (206-1990, college: UCF) who scored 8 points, 21 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 blocks. Naturalized Dominican point guard Bryan Colon (181-1992) chipped in 23 points (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!). At the other side the best for losing team was American swingman Trevion Lamar (196-1999, college: Catawba) who recorded 10 points and 7 assists and naturalized Belgian center Stan Leemans (203-1992) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Four Swiss Central players scored in double figures. Swiss Central's coach Orlando Baer tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Geneve maintains fourth position with 10-7 record. Swiss Central lost third consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 15 games lost. Geneve will meet Nyon (#9) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Swiss Central will play against Lugano and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Swiss Central: S.Leemans 14+5reb, M.Lehmann 13+2reb+3ast, J.Fuchs 11+2reb+1ast, T.Lamar 10+3reb+7ast, J.Roche 7+9reb+1ast, D.Schommer 5+6reb+2ast Geneve: B.Colon 23+2reb+3ast, D.Tchougang 17+5reb, J.Paige 16+2reb+6ast, K.Clanton 8+21reb+9ast, C.Le Sann 8+1reb+1ast, E.Thomas 7+5reb+1ast Neuchatel - Starwings 91-70 Rather predictable result when fifth ranked Neuchatel (9-8) smashed at home 7th ranked Starwings (7-11) 91-70 on Tuesday. Neuchatel dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Starwings' 28. Neuchatel forced 21 Starwings turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Starwings' players. The best player for the winners was American forward Dalan Ancrum (198-1996, college: W.Illinois) who scored 15 points and 8 assists. Grenadian center Arkim Robertson (208-1994, college: CS Fullerton) chipped in 13 points and 7 rebounds. Five Neuchatel players scored in double figures. Coach Mitar Trivunovic's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was Serbian-German forward Andrija Matic (208-1996, college: Keiser) who recorded a double-double by scoring 29 points and 11 rebounds and American guard Shawn Williams (185-1998, college: UAPB) added 21 points (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) respectively. Neuchatel maintains fifth position with 9-8 record. Loser Starwings keep the seventh place with 11 games lost. They share the position with Monthey. Neuchatel will meet higher ranked Vevey Riviera (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Starwings will play against the league's leader Massagno (#1) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Starwings: A.Matic 29+11reb+1ast, S.Williams 21+1reb+3ast, V.Milenkovic 9+5reb+5ast, J.Louis 5+5reb+1ast, F.Dennis 2+2ast, P.Platon 2+5reb+1ast Neuchatel: M.Joanis 17+5ast, D.Ancrum 15+4reb+8ast, J.Roberts 15+5reb+3ast, A.Robertson 13+7reb+3ast, V.Memishi 11+5reb+1ast, K.Martin 8+1reb+2ast Boncourt - Nyon 58-60 A very close game took place in Boncourt between Nyon and Boncourt. Tenth ranked Nyon (6-11) got a very close victory on the road over 9th ranked Boncourt (6-11). Nyon managed to escape with a 2-point win 60-58 in the fight for the ninth place. The best player for the winners was American DeVante Brooks (198, college: S.Arkansas, agency: Players Group) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 16 rebounds. The former international point guard Jeremy Jaunin (170-1991) chipped in 17 points and 4 assists. Nyon's coach Stefan Ivanovic used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was Nigerian power forward Martins Igbanu (203-1997, college: Tulsa) who recorded a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds and naturalized French guard Marlon Kessler (190-1998) added 17 points respectively. Nyon moved-up to ninth place, which they share with defeated Boncourt. Boncourt lost third consecutive game. Nyon will meet at home higher ranked Geneve (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Boncourt will play against Monthey (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Boncourt: M.Igbanu 18+10reb+1ast, M.Kessler 17+4reb+2ast, K.Monteiro 7+9reb, M.Nesbitt Jr. 6+3reb, K.Petar 4, P.Eyenga 3+1reb Nyon: J.Jaunin 17+4ast, D.Brooks 14+16reb, C.Dougherty 12+4reb+1ast, E.Fongue 9+5reb+1ast, M.N'Doye 3+4reb, J.Wolfisberg 2+2reb Fribourg - Vevey Riviera 86-64 The game between Top Four teams took place in Fribourg. Second ranked host Fribourg (14-4) smashed one of their biggest challengers Vevey Riviera (12-5) 86-64. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Vevey Riviera. They outrebounded Vevey Riviera 37-22 including 29 on the defensive glass. Fribourg players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. American guard Davonta Jordan (188-1997, college: Buffalo) notched 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and the former international point guard Jonathan Kazadi (195-1991) supported him with 13 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Fribourg's coach Petar Aleksic felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 19 points and 6 rebounds by guard Mateus Rodrigues (185-1999) did not help to save the game for Vevey Riviera. American point guard Malik Johnson (178-1997, college: Canisius) added 14 points and 4 assists. Fribourg have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 14-4 record behind leader Massagno. Newly promoted Vevey Riviera keeps the third place with five games lost. Fribourg will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Vevey Riviera will play at home against Neuchatel and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Vevey Riviera: R.Mateus 19+6reb+1ast, M.Johnson 14+3reb+4ast, T.Johnson 12+4reb+1ast, T.Sefolosha 8+6reb+6ast, M.Williams 5+2reb+1ast, D.Jones 4 Fribourg: D.Jordan 15+9reb+4ast, B.Mbala 15+2reb+5ast, J.Kazadi 13+6reb+4ast, M.Milon 11+1reb, A.Cotture 7+3reb+3ast, M.Jankovic 6+5reb+2ast Lugano - Monthey 82-81 The most exciting game of round 18 in the SBL took place in Lugano. This derby game ended with only one-point defeat on the road of 6th ranked Monthey (7-11) to eighth ranked Lugano (7-10) 82-81 in the game for the sixth place. Lugano looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The former international point guard Robert Zinn (197-1995) had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 8 rebounds and 15 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American swingman Isaiah Ross (193-1996, college: Iona) chipped in 23 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Jay Jay Chandler III (193-1998, college: USA) with 20 points and 8 rebounds and his fellow American import forward Markel Humphrey (198-1987, college: Marshall) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Monthey's coach Patrick Pembele rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Lugano moved-up to sixth place. Monthey at the other side dropped to the seventh position with 11 games lost. They share it with Starwings. Lugano are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Swiss Central (#11) in Luzern in the next round where they are favorite. Monthey will play at home against Boncourt (#10) and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Monthey: J.Jay Chandler III 20+8reb+2ast, J.Lottie 18+1reb+4ast, K.Langford 12+6reb+2ast, M.Humphrey 11+12reb+6ast, B.Tutonda 7+6reb+1ast, M.Eberle 5+1reb Lugano: I.Ross 23+8reb+3ast, J.Hamilton 16+9reb+3ast, R.Zinn 14+8reb+15ast, H.Warden 12+7reb+1ast, A.Bracelli 9+1reb, D.Massimiliano 6 |
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| Round 16: #1 Bombers are defeated by Lords of War - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The games are now more important than at the beginning of the Regular Season. We may still expect few shocking results in upcoming 3 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Bombers (11-2) in Baltimore on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by seventh ranked Lords of War (6-7) 99-95. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Bombers. Lords of War have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place. Bombers at the other side still keep top position with two games lost. Lords of War are looking forward to face higher ranked Flight (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Bombers will play against Grizzlies and are hoping to win this game. Very important is a road loss of first ranked Flames (5-4) against fourth ranked Warriors (8-4) on Saturday night. Visiting Flames were crushed by Warriors in Gwynn Oak 123-97. Warriors maintains fourth position with 8-4 record. Flames at the other side still keep top place with four games lost. Warriors will play against Quiet (#8) in the next round. Flames will play against Raptors (#9) and hope to get back on the winning track. TTBL top team - Hurricanes (13-0) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed seventh ranked Team United (1-5) 134-104. Undefeated Hurricanes have an impressive 13-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 13-0 record. Loser Team United keeps the seventh place with five games lost. Hurricanes will meet league's second-placed Storm in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Team United will have a break next round. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 16: winless Duval P. lost to undefeated O'Town B. on the opponent's court 90-100. Winless Duval P. unfortunately lost to Birmingham O. in a home game 90-100. Philly P. recorded a loss to Kingdom A. on the road 100-107. O'Town B. - Duval P. 100-90 Very expected game when bottom-ranked Pharaohs (0-7) were defeated on the road by top-ranked Breeze (2-0) 100-90 on Saturday. Breeze maintains fourth position with 2-0 record. Loser Pharaohs still closes the standings with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Lords of War - Beltway B. 99-95 The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Bombers (11-2) in Baltimore on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by seventh ranked Lords of War (6-7) 99-95. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Bombers. Lords of War have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place. Bombers at the other side still keep top position with two games lost. Lords of War are looking forward to face higher ranked Flight (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Bombers will play against Grizzlies and are hoping to win this game. Team United - Savannah H. 104-134 TTBL top team - Hurricanes (13-0) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed seventh ranked Team United (1-5) 134-104. Hurricanes have an impressive 13-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 13-0 record. Loser Team United keeps the seventh place with five games lost. Hurricanes will meet league's second-placed Storm in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Team United will have a break next round. Duval P. - Birmingham O. 90-100 Very predictable result when third ranked Outlaws (8-2) defeated on the road bottom-ranked Pharaohs (0-7) 100-90 on Saturday. Outlaws have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 8-2 record having 3 victories less than leader Whatley S. Loser Pharaohs still closes the standings with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. DMV Warriors - Diamond City F. 123-97 Very important is a road loss of first ranked Flames (5-4) against fourth ranked Warriors (8-4) on Saturday night. Visiting Flames were crushed by Warriors in Gwynn Oak 123-97. Warriors maintains fourth position with 8-4 record. Flames at the other side still keep top place with four games lost. Warriors will play against Quiet (#8) in the next round. Flames will play against Raptors (#9) and hope to get back on the winning track. Kingdom A. - Philly P. 107-100 Not a big story in a game when 12th ranked Pioneers (2-11) were defeated on the road by second ranked Abound (10-2) 107-100 on Saturday. Abound have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 10-2 record behind leader Whatley S., which they share with Atlanta S. Pioneers lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with 11 games lost. Abound will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Pioneers will play against Lightning (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. |
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| Khyri Thomas (ex Tofas) signs at Burgos - by Eurobasket News | |||
In 2018 he was drafted by Philadelphia 76ers (NBA) in second round (38th overall). Thomas graduated from Creighton University and it is his fifth season in pro basketball. He is a very experienced player. Thomas has played also professionally in Israel (Maccabi Tel Aviv), NBA (Atlanta Hawks and Detroit Pistons), Spain (Bilbao), NBA G League (Austin Spurs and Grand Rapids Gold) and NBA Summer League (Detroit Pistons and Houston Rockets). Among many awards his team was regular season runner-up in Israeli Premier League in 2022. He was also voted to All-Big East Defensive Player of the Year back in 2018. (via @miskoraznatovic) |
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| Targu Jiu released Agafonov - by Arnold Beres | ||||
Agafonov was a member of Ukrainian international program for some years. He was called to Ukrainian Senior National Team between 2008 and 2012 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2006. Agafonov is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Germany (Hakro Merlins), Hungary (Zalakeramia ZTE KK), Lithuania (Pieno Zvaigzdes Pasvalys) and Ukraine (Budivelnyk, BIPA Odessa, Khimik, Ternopil-TNEU and Odessa). His team was regular season runner-up in Ukrainian Superleague in 2011 and 2012. Agafonov was voted to Eurobasket.com Ukrainian Superleague All-Domestic Players Team back in 2008, 2010, 2012, 2013 and 2014. |
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| SPB 2023 - Cocodrilos brings back Tony Mitchell - by Francisco Vega | |||
In 2013 he was drafted by Detroit Pistons (NBA) in second round (37th overall). Mitchell graduated from University of North Texas and it will be his tenth season in pro basketball. He is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball he experienced life in thirteen different countries playing on four different continents. Mitchell is familiar with European, Asian, Latin American and of course North American leagues. He has played previously professionally in Argentina (Instituto), China, Colombia (Hurricanes), France, Israel (Next Urban Maccabi Haifa), Philippines (NLEX Road Warriors), Puerto Rico (Leones), Taiwan (Fubon Braves), Uruguay (Trouville and Urunday), Venezuela (Panteras and Gladiadores), United Arab Emirates (Al Wasl), Dominican Republic (Metros, Pueblo Nuevo, Quisqueya, Leones and Barias) and Mexico (Libertadores and Indomables). Mitchell was also voted to Latinbasket.com Venezuelan LPB All-Imports Team back in 2016 and 2018. He played in the final of Balkan League in 2022. |
| SPB 2023 - Jesus Centeno joins Gaiteros - by Francisco Vega | ||||
He was a member of Venezuelan U21 National Team back in 2004. Centeno is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Colombia, Mexico (Angeles and Capitanes), Panama (Caballos), Venezuela (Cocodrilos, Guaiqueries, Marinos, Guaros and Gigantes) and Ecuador (Universidad Tecnologica Equinoc. Quito, Importadora, Iccan and Piratas). Centeno won Venezuelan LPB championship title in 2005, 2008, 2010 and 2013. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Ecuadorian National League Honorable Mention back in 2017. |
| SPB 2023 - Panteras ink Martin Escobar - by Francisco Vega | |
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Panteras-de-Miranda (SPB) signed experienced 34-year old point guard Martin Escobar (185cm-1988) for upcoming 2023 season. Escobar played last summer at Taurinos. In 12 SPB games he had 11.1ppg, 2.7rpg and 1.3apg. He has spent his entire career in Venezuela playing for eight other teams: Guaiqueries, Gaiteros, Gigantes, Rojos, Acereros, Atleticos, Diablos and Buffalos. His team made it to the LNB Semifinals in 2014 and 2015. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Venezuelan LNB Honorable Mention back in 2016. |
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| 2023 AfroBasket Qualifiers: Kenya rout Uganda in the opener - by Eurobasket News |
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Uganda - Kenya 53:61 Kenya rout Uganda in the opener of their 2023 AfroBasket Qualifiers. Kenya posted a 61-53 in Day 1 of the competition. Kenya started with a 16-7 run and led 9 points at the halftime. Uganda managed to reply with a 17-9 rally in the third quarter, whilst Kenya closed the game with a final 18-11 run. Mercy Wanyama (185-C-1992) top-cored for the winners with 15 points and Christine Akinyi (198-C-1997) notched 14. Jannon Otto (183-G-1997, college: UC Riverside) posted 11 in a loss, whilst Hope Akello (183-F/C-1997) and Brenda Ekone (152-G-1996) had 10 apiece. |
| South Africa withdraw from FIBA Africa 2023 qualifying tournaments - by Eurobasket News |
| South Africa will not take part in the upcoming qualifiers for the 2023 Women's AfroBasket and FIBA AfroCan, it's been confirmed. Scheduled for next week in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, (February 20-28) the two tournaments would end South Africa's absence from international competition, but Basketball South Africa (BSA) informed FIBA Africa of its withdrawal from the qualifiers. No further details were given for the withdrawal. South Africa last competed at Women's AfroBasket in 2015 in Yaounde, Cameroon. South Africa women's team currently rank at No.18 in Africa (102 in the World). Ranked at No. 23 in Africa (125 in the World) South Africa men's team last competed at AfroBasket in 2017 where they played the Group Phase in Dakar, Senegal. FIBA Africa Zone 6's qualifiers for the 2023 Women's AfroBasket and AfroCan are scheduled for February 20-28 in Bulawayo. Participating countries in the regional qualifier for the AfroCan include Mozambique, Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Participating countries in the regional qualifier for the Women's AfroBasket include Angola, Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Launched in 2019 in Bamako, Mali, the FIBA AfroCan is a continental competition primarily destined for players based on the continent of Africa. The 2023 FIBA AfroCan Final Phase is scheduled for July (7-16) while the 2023 Women's AfroBasket is scheduled for July 28 to August 6 in Kigali, Rwanda. Democratic Republic of Congo won the first edition of the FIBA AfroCan four years ago. Nigeria are the reigning FIBA Women's AfroBasket champions. Courtesy of: fiba.basketball |
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| Armenian D1 round 11 best performance: Akeema Richards - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 31-year old player had a double-double of 35 points and 19 rebounds, while her team beat Hatis (#3, 8-6) 86-78. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Les Foxes to consolidate first place in the Armenian D1. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Les Foxes has a very solid 9-5 record, but they cannot be too comfortable about keeping top position. In the team's last game Richards had a remarkable 57.1% from 2-point range. She turned to be Les Foxes' top player in her first season with the team. Former University of Delaware star has very solid stats this year. Richards is in league's top in points (3rd best: 22.1ppg), rebounds (6th best: 12.2rpg), assists (5th best: 3.9apg) and averages impressive 4.0spg. Worth to mention Richards played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped her get the job in pro basketball. The second best player in last round's games was American Shelle Daniels (180-SF) of league's second-best Yerevan. Daniels had a very good evening with a double-double of 25 points and 33 rebounds. Of course she led Yerevan to another comfortable win outscoring slightly higher-ranked Les Foxes (#1, 9-5) 77-44. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Yerevan consolidated its place in top 2 of the standings. Her team's 9-6 record is not bad at all. Daniels is a newcomer at Yerevan, but is already one of team's top players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 28.3ppg (#1). She also registered 21.6 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was American forward Emoni Washington (173-F-1998) of Gyumri (#4). Washington scored 27 points and grabbed twenty rebounds (!!!). Despite Washington's great performance Gyumri lost 62-75 to #2 ranked Yerevan. But her team cannot count on just a single shooter as she also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. Gyumri can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have extremely bad season and 2-11 record places them at the very bottom of the standings. Washington has individually a great season in Armenia. After 10 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 23.2ppg (2nd best) and rebounds with 12.3rpg (5th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Lillian Brown (175-G-1998) of Yerevan - 25 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Narine Gyokchyan (187-F/C-1993) of Hatis - 22 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Gracen Ledford (160-G) of Hatis - 18 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Janisha Lindsey (157-PG-1994) of Gyumri - 20 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Evelina Vardanyan (174-G/F-2004) of Hatis - 11 points and 16 rebounds 9. Lusine Sedrakyan) of Yerevan - 11 points, 18 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Seda Gabrielyan (167-G-2007) of Hatis - 22 points, 4 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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| Premier League Round 20: Victoria defeats RGUOR in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Coincidentally all hosts won their games. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. Seventh-ranked RGUOR (3-15) gave a tough game to sixth ranked Victoria (10-9) in Grodno on Wednesday. Victoria managed to secure only three-point victory 63-60. However their fans expected easier game. Victoria forced 30 RGUOR turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Ksenia Kolesnik (172-2005) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 5 rebounds and guard Aleksandra Polubok (154-2006) who added 13 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Daria Kulik (-2008) responded with 11 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 6 steals. RGUOR's coach Elena Ivanovskaya tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Victoria have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. RGUOR lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the seventh position with 15 games lost. Victoria are looking forward to face league's leader BC Minsk on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. RGUOR's supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Minsk Gorizont 2. Fourth ranked Gomel (10-8) beat at home 8th ranked Brest (3-16) by 11 points 71-60, which is the biggest margin this round. The winners were led by Daria Panasyuk (176-1996) who scored that evening 26 points and 6 rebounds and Yana Paraschenko supported her with 13 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Even 27 points and 5 rebounds by forward Anastasia Golovchiner (184-2002) did not help to save the game for Brest. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Gomel have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 10-8 record. Brest lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 16 games lost. Gomel will play against higher ranked Olimpia (#3) in Grodno in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Brest will have a break next round. Another interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Minsk: BDU Tsmoki (#6) and Gorizont 2 (#9). BDU Tsmoki (9-9) won against visiting Gorizont 2 (1-18) 68-60. The best player for the winners was Yana Borisevich who scored 21 points. BDU Tsmoki's coach Volha Padabed used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Alisa Borschevskaya produced 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the guests. BDU Tsmoki maintains sixth position with 9-9 record. Gorizont 2 lost fourteenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 18 lost games. BDU Tsmoki's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Minsk to the arena Gorizont.
BDU Tsmoki - Gorizont 2 68-60 Another interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Minsk: BDU Tsmoki (#6) and Gorizont 2 (#9). BDU Tsmoki (9-9) won against visiting Gorizont 2 (1-18) 68-60. BDU Tsmoki forced 34 Gorizont 2 turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Yana Borisevich (161-2006) who scored 21 points. Guard Ekaterina Eremeeva (173-2002) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds. BDU Tsmoki's coach Volha Padabed used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Alisa Borschevskaya (-2001) produced 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and Anastasia Kazakova (-2004) added 10 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the guests. BDU Tsmoki maintains sixth position with 9-9 record. Gorizont 2 lost fourteenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 18 lost games. BDU Tsmoki's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Minsk to the arena Gorizont. Top scorers: BDU Tsmoki: B.Yana 21+4reb+1ast, G.Ekaterina 12+9reb+2ast, E.Ekaterina 11+11reb+2ast, D.Polina 9+3reb+6ast, P.Elizaveta 7+2reb, L.Diana 5+1reb Gorizont 2: B.Alisa 16+7reb+4ast, L.Alisa 10+5reb+1ast, K.Anastasia 10+7reb+2ast, R.Anastasiya 8+2reb+3ast, K.Yliana 5+1reb+1ast, S.Daria 5+4reb+1ast Gomel - Brest 71-60 Fourth ranked Gomel (10-8) beat at home 8th ranked Brest (3-16) by 11 points 71-60, which is the biggest margin this round. Gomel forced 27 Brest turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. The winners were led by Daria Panasyuk (176-1996) who scored that evening 26 points and 6 rebounds and swingman Yana Paraschenko (177-2005) supported her with 13 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Even 27 points and 5 rebounds by forward Anastasia Golovchiner (184-2002) did not help to save the game for Brest. Guard Elizaveta Kapitsa (165-1992) added 11 points for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Gomel have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 10-8 record. Brest lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 16 games lost. Gomel will play against higher ranked Olimpia (#3) in Grodno in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Brest will have a break next round. Top scorers: Gomel: D.Panasyuk 26+6reb+3ast, P.Yana 13+9reb+4ast, K.Ilona 11+3reb+7ast, D.Elena 9+4reb+2ast, P.Valeria 4+3ast, V.Hromik 4+10reb+3ast Brest: A.Golovchiner 27+5reb+1ast, K.Elizaveta 11+4reb, A.Babak 9+5reb+1ast, O.Isaenko 5+1reb+8ast, L.Karinchuk 2+7reb+1ast, S.Anastasia 2+1reb Victoria - RGUOR 63-60 Seventh-ranked RGUOR (3-15) gave a tough game to sixth ranked Victoria (10-9) in Grodno on Wednesday. Victoria managed to secure only three-point victory 63-60. However their fans expected easier game. Victoria forced 30 RGUOR turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Ksenia Kolesnik (172-2005) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 5 rebounds and guard Aleksandra Polubok (154-2006) who added 13 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Daria Kulik (-2008) responded with 11 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 6 steals and Daria Yaroshevich (-2007) scored 12 points. RGUOR's coach Elena Ivanovskaya tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Victoria have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. RGUOR lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the seventh position with 15 games lost. Victoria are looking forward to face league's leader BC Minsk on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. RGUOR's supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Minsk Gorizont 2. Top scorers: Victoria: K.Ksenia 16+5reb+2ast, P.Aleksandra 13+7reb+1ast, L.Maria 9+3reb+1ast, G.Ksenia 9+5reb+1ast, T.Elizabeth 8+10reb+2ast, T.Daria 4+2reb RGUOR: Y.Daria 12+2reb+2ast, K.Daria 11+6reb+6ast, G.Marta 8+1reb, S.Marta 8+3reb, T.Alesya 7+2reb+2ast, S.Anastasia 6+7reb+1ast |
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| Women's Basketball Nationals heading to Lakeland - by Eurobasket News |
| The Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) Women's Basketball National Championship will be hosted by Lakeland College in 2024. The Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) institution will host the event in Lloydminster, AB, from March 13-16, 2024. 'In the past few years, Lakeland has produced a strong Women's Basketball program,' said Mai Nguyen, CCAA Women's Basketball Convenor. 'They will provide students-athletes across Canada an incredible experience, and we are looking forward to visiting the community of Lloydminster in Alberta.' The 2023-24 season will mark the 20th anniversary of the first Women's Basketball team at Lakeland College, and Rustlers Athletics are excited to celebrate this milestone with the CCAA. All games will take place inside the Lakeland College gymnasium. The Rustlers have been one of the most successful programs in the ACAC over the last seven years, having been nationally ranked in six of those seasons while compiling a conference record of 126-34 during that period. They captured back-to-back conference titles in 2020 and 2022 and earned a bronze medal at the 2022 CCAA Women's Basketball National Championship in Nanaimo, BC. Lakeland has strived to involve Lloydminster youth in sport and the induction of the Rustlers Youth Basketball program has produced admirable results, with a growing number of participants and returning athletes in the five years since its inception. The increased local support continues to grow as the Rustlers provide positive female role models in the community. The Rustlers last welcomed the country's top collegiate programs when they hosted the 2013 CCAA Women's Volleyball National Championship. Lakeland has played host to a variety of ACAC Championships over the past 10 years, including the 2015 and 2022 Women's Basketball Conference Championships. 'Rustlers' Nation is an enthusiastic group of Lakeland staff, students, alumni and community members who rally behind our Rustler athletic teams and support our programs in every way,' said Alan Rogan, Director of Athletics at Lakeland. 'The Lloydminster community has a strong history of hosting many provincial and national championships with a great level of success in supplying a quality experience to all of those who have participated.' The tournament will feature eight teams from across Canada: conference champions from the Pacific Western Athletic Association (PACWEST), ACAC, Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA), Reseau du sport etudiant du Quebec (RSEQ) and Atlantic Collegiate Athletic Association (ACAA), as well as two wildcard teams and the host Rustlers. Lakeland College is located on traditional Treaty 6 territory and Region 2 of the Metis Nation of Alberta. The 2023 CCAA Women's Basketball National Championship will be hosted by Mohawk College in Hamilton, ON, from March 15-18. Courtesy of: ccaa.ca |
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| Premijer Liga Round 15: Ragusa lose to Tresnjevka - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. Round in Premijer Liga means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in Zagreb where host Tresnjevka (13-2) edged league's leader Ragusa (13-2) 68-65 on Thursday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Ragusa. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Tresnjevka made 18-of-21 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Lana Packovski (172-1994) who scored 23 points and 5 assists. Vivien Nejasmic (182-2004) chipped in 9 points and 9 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international guard Carmen Miloglav (170-1991, college: FIU) who recorded a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 assists. Tresnjevka have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with defeated Ragusa. Ragusa will play next round against Brod na Savi trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Tresnjevka will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked KAZL Split on the road. The game in Pula supposed to be also worth to mention about. Fourth ranked Zagreb (12-3) played at the court of 7th ranked Pula (5-10). Zagreb smashed Pula 87-58. It was a good game for the former international forward Lea Miletic (184-1995) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. Josipa Pavic contributed with 7 points, 19 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Zagreb's coach felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international Ivana Ujevic (176-2000) answered with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for Pula. The victory was the third consecutive win for Zagreb. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Medvescak. Pula lost their third game in a row. They keep the seventh position with ten games lost. They share it with Sibenik and Pozega. Zagreb will play against Split (#10) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Pula will play against Medvescak in Zagreb and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game in Pozega supposed to be also quite interesting. Fifth ranked KAZL Split (11-4) played at the court of 6th ranked Pozega (5-10). KAZL Split did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 88-68 on Wednesday. It was a great evening for Shanice Johnson who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 27 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. The best for the losing side was Emilija Podrug with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 17 rebounds and 6 assists. Pozega's coach Vladimir Englman rotated eleven players seeing no chance for a win. KAZL Split maintains fifth place with 11-4 record. Pozega at the other side dropped to the seventh position with ten games lost. They share it with Sibenik and Pula. KAZL Split will meet at home league's leader Tresnjevka in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Pozega will play against FSV Rijeka (#11) and hope to secure a win. Other games of round 15 were very predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: FSV Rijeka crushed Split in a road game 80-49. Bottom-ranked Orka was smashed by Medvescak at home 39-69. Sibenik lost to Brod na Savi on the opponent's court 69-78.
Split - FSV Rijeka 49-80 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 10th ranked Split (3-11) was crushed at home by eleventh ranked FSV Rijeka (3-12) 80-49 on Wednesday. FSV Rijeka held Split to an opponent 24.7 percent shooting from the field compared to 49.2 percent accuracy of the winners. FSV Rijeka had a 33-20 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Split's players. It was a great evening for Venezuelan guard Waleska Perez (180-1994, college: Weatherford JC) who led her team to a victory scoring 26 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Power forward Josipa Tuftan (187-2001) helped adding 22 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. The best for the losing side was forward Ivana Brnas (180-1997) with 22 points and 9 rebounds and guard Tea Turic (178-1998) scored 11 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. FSV Rijeka maintains eleventh place with 3-12 record. Split at the other side keeps the tenth position with 11 games lost. FSV Rijeka will meet at home higher ranked Pozega (#7) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Split will play against Zagreb where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Split: I.Brnas 22+9reb, T.Turic 11+7reb+5ast, Z.Barac 6+2reb+1ast, N.Dzafic 5+6reb, N.Prnjak 3, T.Iva 2+2reb+1ast FSV Rijeka: W.Perez 26+9reb+4ast, J.Tuftan 22+8reb+5ast, M.Lara 13+13reb+6ast, K.Ivona 4+4reb+5ast, B.Dorotea 4+1reb+1ast, J.Magdalena 3 Pula - Zagreb 58-87 The game in Pula supposed to be also worth to mention about. Fourth ranked Zagreb (12-3) played at the court of 7th ranked Pula (5-10). Zagreb smashed Pula 87-58. Zagreb dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Pula's 24. They outrebounded Pula 61-20 including a 19-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Zagreb players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Pula's players. It was a good game for the former international forward Lea Miletic (184-1995) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. Center Josipa Pavic (189-1999) contributed with 7 points, 19 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Zagreb's coach felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international Ivana Ujevic (176-2000) answered with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and Slovenian guard Karin Skapin (173-1999) added 16 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Pula. The victory was the third consecutive win for Zagreb. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Medvescak. Pula lost their third game in a row. They keep the seventh position with ten games lost. They share it with Sibenik and Pozega. Zagreb will play against Split (#10) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Pula will play against Medvescak in Zagreb and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Pula: I.Ujevic 22+5reb+6ast, K.Skapin 16+7reb+1ast, B.Lucija 14+4reb+3ast, D.Nora 2+3reb, K.Lorena 2+1ast, S.Melanie 2 Zagreb: L.Miletic 21+10reb+2ast, V.Curic 15+6reb+1ast, M.Bolden 14+3reb+5ast, M.Ostojic 9+12reb+5ast, J.Kristina 7+6reb, J.Pavic 7+19reb+7ast Orka - Medvescak 39-69 No shocking result in a game in Zagreb where fourth ranked Medvescak (12-3) smashed bottom-ranked Orka (2-13) 69-39 on Saturday. Medvescak forced 26 Orka turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for guard Ivona Jakovljevic (172-2004) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Forward Lucija Skoric (178-1999) helped adding 13 points and 5 rebounds. The best for the losing side was guard Rahela Mikulic (177-1992) with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds and the former international Nina Horvat (-2002) scored 11 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. Medvescak moved-up to third place, which they share with Zagreb. Orka lost their fourth game in a row. Newly promoted team stay at the bottom position with 13 games lost. Medvescak will meet at home Pula (#8) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Orka will play against Sibenik (#9) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Orka: H.Nina 11+5reb+3ast, R.Mikulic 10+10reb+3ast, M.Nika 7+4reb+3ast, R.Hana 4+6reb, R.Lara 4+3reb+1ast, N.Ana-Marija 3+1reb Medvescak: J.Ivona 20+10reb+8ast, L.Skoric 13+5reb+2ast, M.Ivana 9+5reb+2ast, A.Strize 6+2reb+2ast, B.Matea 5+2reb, B.Jelena 5+3reb Brod na Savi - Sibenik 78-69 There was a minor upset in Slavonski Brod where 6th ranked Sibenik (5-10) was defeated by ninth ranked Brod na Savi (5-9) 78-69 on Tuesday. It was a great evening for Serbian center Jelena Zoric (185-1992) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 18 rebounds and 5 assists. Point guard Klara Rimarcuk (173-2004) helped adding 25 points and 7 assists. Four Brod na Savi players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Khiana Johnson (170-1998, college: Radford) with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 8 rebounds and 11 assists and Ukrainian forward Vira Cherkaska (184-2002) scored 9 points and 8 rebounds. Brod na Savi moved-up to sixth place. Sibenik lost their fifth game in a row. They dropped to the seventh position with ten games lost. They share it with Pozega and Pula. Brod na Savi will meet league's second-placed Ragusa in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sibenik will play against Orka (#12) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Sibenik: K.Johnson 21+8reb+11ast, B.Petra 13+2reb, D.Saric 11+3reb+2ast, V.Cherkaska 9+8reb, M.Josipa 6+5reb+1ast, D.Mihaela 5+4reb Brod na Savi: R.Klara 25+1reb+7ast, Z.Jelena 22+18reb+5ast, E.Poljac 12+6reb+2ast, P.Simunic 12+6reb+1ast, M.Vujacic 7+3reb+4ast, S.Andrea 0 Tresnjevka - Ragusa 68-65 Round in Premijer Liga means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in Zagreb where host Tresnjevka (13-2) edged league's leader Ragusa (13-2) 68-65 on Thursday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Ragusa. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Tresnjevka made 18-of-21 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Lana Packovski (172-1994) who scored 23 points and 5 assists. Vivien Nejasmic (182-2004) chipped in 9 points and 9 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international guard Carmen Miloglav (170-1991, college: FIU) who recorded a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 assists and the former international forward Iva Todoric (174-1993) added 11 points, 12 rebounds, 8 assists and 7 steals respectively. Four Ragusa players scored in double figures. Tresnjevka have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with defeated Ragusa. Ragusa will play next round against Brod na Savi trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Tresnjevka will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked KAZL Split on the road. Top scorers: Ragusa: L.Hajdin 20+6reb, C.Miloglav 16+4reb+12ast, A.Vrsaljko 12+9reb, I.Todoric 11+12reb+8ast, S.Lina 6+1reb+1ast, P.Nikolina 0 Tresnjevka: L.Packovski 23+3reb+5ast, B.Lena 15+4reb, C.Franka 10+6reb, N.Vivien 9+9reb+2ast, B.Lucija 8+5reb+3ast, K.Tara 3+4reb+1ast Pozega - KAZL Split 68-88 The game in Pozega supposed to be also quite interesting. Fifth ranked KAZL Split (11-4) played at the court of 6th ranked Pozega (5-10). KAZL Split did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 88-68 on Wednesday. It was a great shooting night for KAZL Split especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 55.6 percentage. It was a great evening for American forward Shanice Johnson (183-1994, college: Cincinnati) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 27 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Gabriela Grizelj (172-2001) helped adding 17 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Five KAZL Split players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was the former international center Emilija Podrug (190-1979) with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 17 rebounds and 6 assists and American guard Lashonda Monk (168, college: Ole Miss) scored 26 points and 8 rebounds. Pozega's coach Vladimir Englman rotated eleven players seeing no chance for a win. KAZL Split maintains fifth place with 11-4 record. Pozega at the other side dropped to the seventh position with ten games lost. They share it with Sibenik and Pula. KAZL Split will meet at home league's leader Tresnjevka in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Pozega will play against FSV Rijeka (#11) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Pozega: L.Monk 26+8reb, E.Podrug 17+17reb+6ast, U.Kristina 13+4reb+1ast, S.Muslim 4+1reb, J.Ivezic 4+1ast, M.Kujundzic 2+2reb+1ast KAZL Split: S.Johnson 27+10reb+5ast, B.Lana 18+5reb+3ast, G.Grizelj 17+6reb+6ast, B.Petra 14+7reb+1ast, P.Gina 10+10reb+2ast, S.Klara 2 |
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| Barking Abbey London Lions ink coach Styliani Kaltsidou, ex Zografou - by Eurobasket News | |
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Barking-Abbey-London-Lions (WBBL) agreed terms with Greek coach Styliani Kaltsidou. Kaltsidou coached most recently at EFAO Zografou in Greek league. She is also working as Assistant Coach with the Slovenian National Team. |
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| Best players of Dutch Eredivisie round 3 (Second Stage) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 26-year old forward had the game-high 17 points adding four rebounds and two assists for Jolly J. as her team lost the game against Triple Threat (11-9) 55-76. Jolly J. moved-up to the 4th position in Dutch Eredivisie. Jolly J. is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. But it was their 9th lost game this season out of 20 games. In the team's last game Rikhof had a remarkable 87.5% from 2-point range. She has many years of experience at Jolly J., through which she has constantly improved. Rikhof has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in rebounds (4th best: 9.4rpg) and averages solid 1.2bpg and 69.0% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was American forward Alex LaPorta (183-F) of BAL Weert. LaPorta impressed basketball fans with 27 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Bad luck as BAL Weert lost that game 76-85 to Landslake (10-10). The Second Stage is still at the very beginning and this lost game may not be such crucial, of course if they start win the games. Let's wait for the next round. LaPorta is a newcomer at BAL Weert 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 17.3ppg (#4). She also registered 8.8 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was Lindsay Pengel (172-F-1999) of Group B top-ranked Landslake. Pengel showcased her all-around game by recording 26 points, eight rebounds and seven assists in the last round. She was a key player of Landslake, leading her team to a 85-76 win against #3 ranked BAL Weert in a game of the week. Landslake confirms their top position in Group B. Their record at this point is 10 victories and 10 lost games. Pengel has a great season in Holland. After 19 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 3.3apg (8th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Yordi Kathmann (176-F-1994) of Lekdetec.nl - 25 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Indy Le Belle) of Landslake - 13 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists 6. Demi Mulder (178-G) of Martini Sparks - 21 points and 5 rebounds 7. Anne van Vlijmen (170-G-1999) of Lekdetec.nl - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists 8. Leah Porath (175-G) of Martini Sparks - 13 points, 14 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Clara Blachier (163-G-1998) of Triple Threat - 20 points and 3 assists 10. Denise Peters) of Lekdetec.nl - 7 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)
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| MCC Women top North Platte; clinch share of NCCAC title - by Eurobasket News |
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The McCook Community College women clinched at least a share of the Nebraska Community College Athletic Conference title with a 64-54 win over North Platte Community College. Tuesday's win at the Peter and Dolores Graff Events Center win puts MCC at 4-1 in the conference and avenges the only conference loss this season (77-65 at North Platte on Jan. 24). "This was another good team win for us, we continue to put things together," said MCC Coach Brandon Pritchett. MCC led 15-13 after the first quarter but trailed at halftime, 25-23. "We didn't have a great shooting first half. We kind of put ourselves in a hole again when they played their zone - like a lot of teams have - and then we came out and got the ball more inside and executed better in the second half," said Pritchett. MCC shot just 26.9 from the field in the first half. "North Platte was down some players and competed hard for 40 minutes," said Pritchett. "Coach (Jeff) Thurman always does a great job." MCC came out with a 17-10 third quarter edge and stretched it to a 24-19 lead in the final 10 minutes. "Down the stretch I thought we really executed well on defense, and we got a lot of players helping out in a lot of different ways," said Pritchett. "Like in the first half we had some players step up and some didn't play in the second half," Pritchett said. "It was just an entire team effort all the way through." Vanessa Jurewicz (5'6''-PG-2001) (sophomore, Stockholm, Sweden) led all scorers with 24 points. She made eight of 16 shots from the field, two of six from the 3-point line and six of eight from the free-throw line. Taryn Lindsey, (redshirt freshman, Fountain, Colo.) scored 22 points on a seven-for-13 shooting night from the field, two of five from distance and six of seven at the line. Freshman Natalie Harmata, (Sydney, Australia) scored 11 points and led MCC with eight rebounds. Noa Iglesias Chorda (freshman, Barcelona, Spain) added seven boards. MCC finished shooting 51.6 percent in the second half and 40.4 percent for the game. MCC made four of 16 3-pointers and went 14-for-19 from the charity stripe (73.7 percent). North Platte shot 37.5 percent for the game, made three of 16 3-pointers and went nine of 17 from the free-throw line. The Knights won the battle on the boards 35-31. MCC goes to 11-14 and 4-1 in the NCCAC with one conference game left (Monday at Columbus against Central Community College. Second place Southeast Community College (3-2) also has one game left with Central CC. MCC swept both games this season against Southeast CC. North Platte goes to 6-18 and 1-4 in the Nebraska Conference. MCC will return to Region IX play Thursday and hosts Northeastern Junior College in the final home game of the year starting at 5:30 p.m. game at the Peter and Dolores Graff Events Center. This will also be sophomore recognition night. MCC is third among the six teams in the south division of Region IX. Western Nebraska leads the standings at 5-1, Otero is second at 5-2, MCC is third at 4-2, Trinidad State is fourth at 3-4, Northeastern Junior College fifth at 2-4 and Lamar College sixth at 1-6. "This is the beginning of a long week - four games in seven days," said Pritchett. MCC's four remaining Region IX games includes Thursday's home game with NJC then three road games: Saturday at Scottsbluff against Western Nebraska, Feb. 24 at La Junta, Colo. against Otero Junior College, and Feb. 25 at Trinidad State. The winner of the south division will host the Region IX post-season tournament this year with the top two finishers from the south and north getting automatic bids. The third and fourth-place teams will host a home play-in game against the fifth and sixth place teams. Courtesy of: mccookcc.prestosports.com |
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Uganda - Kenya 53:61 Kenya rout Uganda in the opener of their 2023 AfroBasket Qualifiers. Kenya posted a 61-53 in Day 1 of the competition. Kenya started with a 16-7 run and led 9 points at the halftime. Uganda managed to reply with a 17-9 rally in the third quarter, whilst Kenya closed the game with a final 18-11 run. Mercy Wanyama (185-C-1992) top-cored for the winners with 15 points and Christine Akinyi (198-C-1997) notched 14. Jannon Otto (183-G-1997, college: UC Riverside) posted 11 in a loss, whilst Hope Akello (183-F/C-1997) and Brenda Ekone (152-G-1996) had 10 apiece. |
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| Best players of Kosovan Superliga round 17 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 28-year old guard had the game-high 31 points adding seven rebounds and nine assists for Bashkimi in her team's victory, helping them to outclass United (#5, 4-13) with 64-point margin 109-45. It allowed Bashkimi to consolidate first place in the Kosovan Superliga. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is already in a full swing and Bashkimi still have not lost a single game, getting all 15 victories. In the team's last game Brown-Haywood had a remarkable 76.9% from 2-point range and got three three-pointers out of 7 attempts. She has many years of experience at Bashkimi, through which she has constantly improved. Khadija Brown-Haywood averages this season 27.2ppg and 8.2rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young international center Saranda Daci (190-C-1993) of Penza. Daci impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 21 points and 19 rebounds. Of course she led Penza to another comfortable win 57-39 over the lower-ranked Vellaznimi (#6, 1-15) being unquestionably team leader. Penza's 3rd position in the standings has not changed. Her team's 10-6 record is not bad at all. Daci is a newcomer at Penza 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 another Bashkimi's star - international forward Aulona Muhadri (182-F/C-1998). Muhadri scored 23 points and grabbed fourteen rebounds (!!!). She was another key player of Bashkimi, helping her team with a 109-45 easy win against the lower-ranked United (#5, 4-13). Bashkimi have amazing season winning all 15 games without a single defeat. Muhadri turns to be one of the very best players in the league while she is also a leader of the top team having her eyes on the championship title. Muhadri has a great season in Kosovo. After 15 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 14.5ppg (8th best) and rebounds with 11.3rpg (#1 in league). She also has 3.0spg and FGP: 66.4%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Adrienne Godbold (180-G-1991) of Prishtina - 20 points and 14 rebounds 5. Tianna Sullivan (G) of Vellaznimi - 15 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 6. A'Lexus Harrison (188-F-1995) of Penza - 12 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists 7. Ke'Aunna Johnson (180-G/F) of Trepca - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Arbnore Perquku (176-G-1988) of Bashkimi - 4 points, 4 rebounds and 10 assists 9. Agnesa Rrahmani (175-PG-2002) of Prishtina - 16 points and 5 rebounds 10. Kaela Hilaire (157-PG-1998) of Prishtina - 13 points, 4 rebounds and 8 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Buducnost and Novi enter the Cup Final - by Eurobasket News |
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Buducnost and Novi entered the Cup Final in Montenegro. Novi overcame Niksic 1995 93-61. They dominated the whole game and posted wins in all the quarters of the game. Buducnost meanwhile edged Podgorica 89-50. Anastasija Drobnjak (181-SG-2002) led the way with 16 points, while Visnja Stefanovic (190-F/C-2001) netted 12. Lana Vukcevic (194-C-2005) replied with 9 points and 6 rebounds in a loss. |
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| Crowley's Ridge's Octavia Lowery named CAC Women's Basketball Player of the Week - by Eurobasket News |
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Crowley's Ridge College (Arkansas) senior guard Octavia Lowery (5'5''-G) has garnered the Continental Athletic Conference Women's Basketball Player of the Week award for her strong play in a pair of victories. Lowery averaged 18 points and eight rebounds per game in those two games. The Myrtle, Missouri, native started the week by scoring 19 points on 8 of 14 shooting in the Pioneers' 74-55 win against Welch College (Tennessee) last Tuesday. Two nights later, she had double-double with 17 points and 13 rebounds in a 71-49 win against Baptist Bible College (Missouri). For the season, Lowery is averaging 12.1 points per game while making 41.3% of her field goals. Courtesy of: continentalathletics.com |
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| Jankovic Puts Away 26 Points Over Walsh - by Eurobasket News |
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The D'Youville University women's basketball team welcomed the Cavaliers of Walsh University to the College Center on Tuesday, Feb. 14 for a matchup at 5 P.M. After a long matchup for the Cavaliers, the Saints took the game 72-64. Anna Jankovic (5'9''-G) put away 26 points for the Saints during the game with four three pointers in the first half of the game. The D'Youville University women's basketball team welcomed the Cavaliers of Walsh University to the College Center on Tuesday, Feb. 14 for a matchup at 5 P.M. After a long matchup for the Cavaliers, the Saints took the game 72-64. Anna Jankovic put away 26 points for the Saints during the game with four three pointers in the first half of the game. Brianne Moxley (5'9''-G) put the Saints on the board early in the matchup with a layup at 9:47. She was assisted by Stella Mollica. Anna Jankovic hit her first two three pointers of the game at 7:41 (5-2) and 5:29 (8-4). Vleer-Elliott hit a board making the score 11-13. The layup occurred at 2:23 and was assisted by Madison Clark. Jankovic went on to collect two more points when she closed off the quarter with a layup at 0:02. (18-11) Jankovic hit two consecutive three pointers 8:40 (21-14) and 7:41 (24-14), bringing the Saints to their first double digit lead of the game. Sofie Fuglsang (6'1''-F) made two consecutive layups at 6:56 (26-14) and 6:21 (28-14) bringing the lead for DYU to 14 points. Haley Kirisits (5'11''-G/F) hit two consecutive layups and added on a free-throw before Jankovic and Morgan Giancaterino each added layups to the total. This took the Saints into the half up by 12, 37-25. Walsh began the quarter, lowering the Saints lead by nine with three separate three pointers by two key players. With help from Kirisits, Mollica, and Vleer-Elliott, the Saints were able to bring the lead back to 11 by 4:08. Vleer-Elliott ended the quarter for the Saints with two consecutive layups at 1:20 (52-43) and 37 seconds (54-43) before Walsh struck back with a layup at 19 seconds. Kirisits began the scoring of the quarter for the Saints at 8:29 with a layup. (56-47) Mollica helped the Saints break 60 points with a jumper at 6:02. With three layups and six free throws, D'Youville took the game, 72-64. Courtesy of: athletics.dyc.edu |
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| Grinnell women use amazing comeback to topple Beloit - by Eurobasket News |
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The Grinnell College women's basketball team may have been down for a portion of Tuesday night's game, but the Pioneers were never out. Grinnell rallied from an 11-point second-period deficit to trip up Beloit College 80-68 at Darby Gymnasium. The Pioneers ended a two-game losing streak while extending their winning string against the Buccaneers to six games. Additionally, Grinnell has won eight in a row at home against Beloit dating back to 2014. Erin Lillis '24 came up big again for Grinnell, scoring 24 points to go along with six assists and four steals. The latter two figures are career-highs. Lillis moved into 20th place on Grinnell's career chart with 744 points and 273 field goals. As a team, Grinnell had five 3-pointers and the Pioneers' total of 141 this season ranks eighth in program history Sara Booher '25 added 13 points for Grinnell and nearly had a double-double with eight rebounds. She also blocked two shots, putting her at 15th place for blocks in a season at Grinnell with 26. Nikki Ware '25 tallied 12 points for Grinnell (9-13, 6-9 Midwest Conference) and Skylar Thomas '26 scored nine to go with a career-high eight rebounds. Beloit (7-17, 3-12 MWC) came out on fire, bolting to a 10-2 lead early on and an 18-9 edge at the end of the first period. Grinnell gradually crept back, using a 14-4 run to go up by a point. Lillis had a jumper and Booher two baskets along with a free throw to make it 22-16. Lillis added another basket, Thomas drained a 3-pointer and Lillis made a jumper to put Grinnell ahead 23-22. However, Beloit rallied and was up 34-30 at intermission. The third quarter proved pivotal for Grinnell, as the hosts outscored Beloit 28-16. The Buccaneers held their final lead of 39-38 at the 7:16 mark before Lillis made consecutive baskets, Ware a jumper and Lillis another bucket to make it 46-39 in favor of the hosts. Grinnell kept it up, going up by 10 before entering the final period with a 58-50 lead. Beloit clawed within two points at 63-61 midway through the final frame, but Lillis sank a layup and free throw to start a 10-1 run that all but secured the victory. The Pioneers will close out their campaign Saturday by hosting Lake Forest College at 3 p.m. The contest will also mark Grinnell's Senior Day, with the ceremony happening between the women's and men's games. Courtesy of: d3hoops.com |
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| Elberg's 21 points and 7 rebounds give her Superleague 1 Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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18-year old guard Yana Elberg (177-G-2004) had an amazing evening in the last round for second-ranked Dynamo-Farm and receives a Hoops Agents Superleague 1 Player of the Week award for round 1 (Second Stage). She had the game-high 21 points adding seven rebounds for Dynamo-Farm in her team's victory, helping them to beat UMMC Junior (#5, 16-7) 78-66. Dynamo-Farm was forced-out from the top positions in Russian league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier in Second Stage. Dynamo-Farm will need more victories to improve their 18-5 record. In the team's last game Elberg had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range. It's her second year at Dynamo-Farm and it's hard to imagine this team without her. Elberg has impressive league stats. She is league's best scorer averaging so far 17.0ppg. Elberg Second best performed player last round was Yana Haliakova (184-F-2001) of Dynamo-En.IVA. She is Belarusian forward in her first season at Dynamo-En.IVA. In the last game Haliakova recorded impressive double-double of 21 points and 14 rebounds. Of course Dynamo-En.IVA cruised to a 70-61 relatively comfortable win over Spartak N. (10-14). The Second Stage is still at the very beginning and this victory may help a lot. Let's wait for the next round. Haliakova is a newcomer at Dynamo-En.IVA and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 14.4ppg (#5). She also registered 7.1 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to center Mariya Likhanova (192-C-1999) of Spartak N. (#3). Likhanova scored 26 points and grabbed five rebounds. Despite Likhanova's great performance Spartak N. lost 61-70 to Dynamo-En.IVA (#10, 7-16). But her team cannot count on just a single shooter as she also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Spartak N. ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 14 games, recording just ten victories. With bigger assistance of her teammates, Likhanova could help Spartak N. to bring them higher in the standings. Likhanova has a very solid season. In 20 games in Russia she scored 7.2ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Liudmila Maltseva (190-C-1988) of Stavropol - 15 points, 14 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Daria Prosolupova (171-PG-1994) of Runa - 21 points and 8 rebounds 6. Alina Novikova (175-G-1997) of Kazanochka - 26 points 7. Diana Popova (183-F-1997) of Spartak SP - 20 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Maria Kanischeva (177-G/F-2000) of Chevakata - 17 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Margarita Galenko (179-F-2004) of Dynamo-En.IVA - 18 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists 10. Svetlana Kramar (177-SG-1998) of Spartak SP - 22 points, 7 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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She was also a member of Russian international program for some years. Vidmer played for Russian Senior National Team between 2010 and 2017 and previously for U21 National Team back in 2007. She represented Russia at the Qualifications to European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) 2017 seven years ago. Her stats at that event were 5 games: 9.2ppg, 8.8rpg, 3.2apg, 1.2spg, FGP: 58.8%, FT: 75.0%. Vidmer has spent her entire career in Russia playing for three other teams: UMMC Yekaterinburg, Dynamo Moscow and Chevakata. She won Russian Superleague championship title in 2010 and 2011 and the cup in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2016, 2018 and 2020. Vidmer was voted to Eurobasket.com All-EuroCup Honorable Mention back in 2009, 2013 and 2014. She is close to retirement age as a player. It may be one of last seasons in her extensive career, which she may end at Enisey. |
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| 1 ZLS Round 18: Derby game ends with Art Basket's defeat of Partizan - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Beograd: Art Basket (#2) and Partizan (#8). Partizan was smashed at home by 28 points 62-90 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Art Basket forced 19 Partizan turnovers. It was a good game for forward Vladana Vujisic (178-1998) who led her team to a victory with 13 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. Marija Avlijas (178-2005) contributed with 18 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Art Basket's coach Goran Sanjevic felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Marina Davinic (173-2002) replied with 20 points and 5 rebounds for Partizan. Art Basket (13-4) have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain second position behind leader Crvena Zvezda. Partizan lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with ten games lost. Art Basket are looking forward to face Spartak S. (#11) in Subotica in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Partizan will play on the road against Sloga P. in Pozega and is hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series. 1 ZLS top team - Crvena Zvezda (14-2) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat fifth ranked Vojvodina 021 (9-7) in Beograd 77-63. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Vojvodina 021. Guard Nevena Naumcev (173-1999) scored 16 points and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Milica Bojovic chipped in 11 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Lana Maric (190-2006) with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 13 rebounds. Crvena Zvezda have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 14-2 record. Vojvodina 021 at the other side dropped to the seventh place with seven games lost. Crvena Zvezda will play against Duga (#6) in Sabac in the next round where they are favorite. Vojvodina 021 will play at home against Radnicki KG and hopes to get back on the winning track. Bottom-ranked Radnicki KG is still unable to win any game. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their 15th consecutive match to ninth ranked Novosadska ZKA (5-11) 92-59 on Wednesday evening. Andjela Jekic notched a double-double by scoring 18 points and 15 rebounds to lead the effort. Even 19 points and 5 rebounds by Andrijana Vukovic did not help to save the game for Radnicki KG. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Newly promoted Novosadska ZKA maintains ninth position with 5-11 record. Loser Radnicki KG still closes the standings with 15 games lost. Novosadska ZKA will meet at home higher ranked Kraljevo (#3) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Radnicki KG will play against Vojvodina 021 (#7) in Novi Sad and hopes to get finally their first victory. In the last two games of round 18 Duga smashed Vrsac on the road 89-68. Sloga P. destroyed Vrbas on its own court 89-64.
Vrsac - Duga 68-89 No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Duga (10-7) crushed on the road 10th ranked Vrsac (4-13) 89-68 on Wednesday. They outrebounded Vrsac 41-28 including 28 on the defensive glass. Duga looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Center Tijana Jelic (191-1999, agency: BeoBasket) notched a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 rebounds to lead the effort and American forward Courtney Cleveland (178-1999, college: SHSU) supported her with 24 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Coach Vuk Stepanovic's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 19 points and 5 rebounds by Ljiljana Marjanovic did not help to save the game for Vrsac. Marija Todorovic (-2007) added 18 points. Duga maintains fifth position with 10-7 record, which they share with Vrbas. Vrsac lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with 13 games lost. Duga will meet at home league's leader Crvena Zvezda in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Vrsac will play against Vrbas (#5) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Vrsac: M.Ljiljana 19+5reb+1ast, M.Todorovic 18+3reb+3ast, I.Jovanovic 11+5reb+3ast, J.Budimir 9+9reb+5ast, D.Nikolic 6+2reb+1ast, A.Miletic 5+4reb+1ast Duga: T.Jelic 26+10reb+2ast, C.Cleveland 24+6reb+7ast, S.Andreja 13+5reb+1ast, K.Helena 7+4reb+4ast, G.Violeta 7+1reb, P.Dajana 4+5reb+2ast Sloga P. - Vrbas 89-64 Rather expected game when 7th ranked Vrbas (10-7) were smashed by fourth ranked Sloga P. (10-5) in Pozega 89-64 on Wednesday. Sloga P. looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. Marina Karalic (182-1994) notched 18 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals to lead the effort and Bosnian point guard Marija Keseljevic (160-2001) supported her with 13 points and 10 assists (perfect from the field making all six shots). Four Sloga P. players scored in double figures. Coach Sasa Matenicarski's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Even a double-double of 32 points and 13 rebounds by Andjela Marojevic (-2004) did not help to save the game for Vrbas. Jovana Jovovic (185-1997, college: MNU) added 17 points and 5 assists. Newly promoted Sloga P. maintains fourth position with 10-5 record. Loser Vrbas dropped to the fifth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Duga. Sloga P. will meet at home Partizan (#8) in the next round. Vrbas will play against Vrsac and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Vrbas: M.Andjela 32+13reb+2ast, J.Jovovic 17+4reb+5ast, V.Ana 9+3reb+2ast, L.Ana 2+2reb, R.Sara 2+2reb+4ast, P.Milica 2+5reb+4ast Sloga P.: K.Marina 18+8reb+4ast, P.Milica 15+3reb+1ast, M.Keseljevic 13+1reb+10ast, D.Green 12+5reb+2ast, L.Nada 11+3reb, N.Filipovic 7+7reb+10ast Crvena Zvezda - Vojvodina 021 77-63 1 ZLS top team - Crvena Zvezda (14-2) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat fifth ranked Vojvodina 021 (9-7) in Beograd 77-63. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Vojvodina 021. Crvena Zvezda forced 22 Vojvodina 021 turnovers. Strangely Vojvodina 021 outrebounded Crvena Zvezda 41-25 including 33 on the defensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. Guard Nevena Naumcev (173-1999) scored 16 points and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international center Milica Bojovic (189-1998, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 11 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Crvena Zvezda players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was forward Lana Maric (190-2006) with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 13 rebounds and point guard Marina Stojic (176-2000) scored 6 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Crvena Zvezda have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 14-2 record. Vojvodina 021 at the other side dropped to the seventh place with seven games lost. Crvena Zvezda will play against Duga (#6) in Sabac in the next round where they are favorite. Vojvodina 021 will play at home against Radnicki KG and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Vojvodina 021: M.Lana 10+13reb+1ast, T.Djukic 10+3reb, T.Selakovic 10+5reb, Z.Jankovic 8+6reb+3ast, K.Jakovljevic 7+1ast, L.Radulovic 7+6reb+5ast Crvena Zvezda: C.Hall 18+1reb+2ast, N.Naumcev 16+3reb+4ast, T.Jakovina 12+1reb, M.Bojovic 11+7reb+3ast, S.Bogicevic 7+2reb+1ast, A.Katanic 6+6reb+5ast Partizan - Art Basket 62-90 The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Beograd: Art Basket (#2) and Partizan (#8). Partizan was smashed at home by 28 points 62-90 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Art Basket forced 19 Partizan turnovers. It was a good game for forward Vladana Vujisic (178-1998) who led her team to a victory with 13 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. Marija Avlijas (178-2005) contributed with 18 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Five Art Basket players scored in double figures. Art Basket's coach Goran Sanjevic felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Marina Davinic (173-2002) replied with 20 points and 5 rebounds and Jovana Boricic (179-2003) added 12 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Partizan. Art Basket (13-4) have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain second position behind leader Crvena Zvezda. Partizan lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with ten games lost. Art Basket are looking forward to face Spartak S. (#11) in Subotica in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Partizan will play on the road against Sloga P. in Pozega and is hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series. Top scorers: Partizan: D.Marina 20+5reb+3ast, B.Jovana 12+9reb+1ast, K.Katarina 10+9reb, S.Opacic 9+4reb+1ast, D.Tina 7+3reb+3ast, G.Marjanovic 2+5reb+1ast Art Basket: A.Marija 18+5reb+2ast, V.Nevena 14+6reb+1ast, V.Vujisic 13+6reb+7ast, M.Mitrovic 12+7reb+1ast, T.Bojana 10+6reb+1ast, N.Rosic 9+1ast Radnicki KG - Novosadska ZKA 59-92 Bottom-ranked Radnicki KG is still unable to win any game. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their 15th consecutive match to ninth ranked Novosadska ZKA (5-11) 92-59 on Wednesday evening. Novosadska ZKA dominated down low during the game scoring 74 of its points in the paint compared to Radnicki KG's 30. They outrebounded Radnicki KG 53-32 including a 17-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Novosadska ZKA looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Radnicki KG's players. Andjela Jekic (-2002) notched a double-double by scoring 18 points and 15 rebounds to lead the effort and Ana Peric (178-2000) supported her with 20 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Novosadska ZKA players scored in double figures. Even 19 points and 5 rebounds by Andrijana Vukovic (-2004) did not help to save the game for Radnicki KG. Aleksandra Aleksic (-2007) added 10 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. Newly promoted Novosadska ZKA maintains ninth position with 5-11 record. Loser Radnicki KG still closes the standings with 15 games lost. Novosadska ZKA will meet at home higher ranked Kraljevo (#3) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Radnicki KG will play against Vojvodina 021 (#7) in Novi Sad and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Radnicki KG: V.Andrijana 19+5reb+3ast, A.Aleksandra 10+3reb+3ast, N.Mara 10+1reb+1ast, V.Lena 6+8reb, M.Jovana 6+3reb+1ast, V.Popludijevic 4+1reb+2ast Novosadska ZKA: A.Peric 20+9reb+5ast, J.Andjela 18+15reb+3ast, Z.Sofija 15+7reb+6ast, A.Radovic 12+5reb+6ast, M.Jana 8+5reb, D.Sara 7+4reb+1ast |
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| South Africa withdraw from FIBA Africa 2023 qualifying tournaments - by Eurobasket News |
| South Africa will not take part in the upcoming qualifiers for the 2023 Women's AfroBasket and FIBA AfroCan, it's been confirmed. Scheduled for next week in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, (February 20-28) the two tournaments would end South Africa's absence from international competition, but Basketball South Africa (BSA) informed FIBA Africa of its withdrawal from the qualifiers. No further details were given for the withdrawal. South Africa last competed at Women's AfroBasket in 2015 in Yaounde, Cameroon. South Africa women's team currently rank at No.18 in Africa (102 in the World). Ranked at No. 23 in Africa (125 in the World) South Africa men's team last competed at AfroBasket in 2017 where they played the Group Phase in Dakar, Senegal. FIBA Africa Zone 6's qualifiers for the 2023 Women's AfroBasket and AfroCan are scheduled for February 20-28 in Bulawayo. Participating countries in the regional qualifier for the AfroCan include Mozambique, Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Participating countries in the regional qualifier for the Women's AfroBasket include Angola, Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Launched in 2019 in Bamako, Mali, the FIBA AfroCan is a continental competition primarily destined for players based on the continent of Africa. The 2023 FIBA AfroCan Final Phase is scheduled for July (7-16) while the 2023 Women's AfroBasket is scheduled for July 28 to August 6 in Kigali, Rwanda. Democratic Republic of Congo won the first edition of the FIBA AfroCan four years ago. Nigeria are the reigning FIBA Women's AfroBasket champions. Courtesy of: fiba.basketball |
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| WKBL Round 17: KB Stars beat BNK Sum by two after a very close game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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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. The most exciting game of round 17 in the WKBL took place in Seoul. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 4th placed BNK Sum (13-12) to fifth ranked KB Stars (9-16) 64-62 on Saturday evening. Defending champion maintains fifth place with 9-16 record. BNK Sum lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with 12 games lost. KB Stars are looking forward to face higher ranked S-Birds (#3) in Anshan in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. BNK Sum will play at home against S-Birds and it may be a tough game between close rivals. An interesting game for Blue Minx (14-10) which hosted in Yongin 3rd placed S-Birds (13-11). Second ranked Blue Minx managed to get a 13-point victory 86-73. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of S-Birds. Blue Minx have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain second place with 14-10 record having eight points less than leader Woori Bank. S-Birds at the other side keep the third position with 11 games lost. Blue Minx will play against league's leader Woori Bank in Chuncheon in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. S-Birds will play on the road against BNK Sum in Guri and it may be a tough game between close rivals. An interesting game for Woori Bank (21-4) which played road game in Guri against 4th placed BNK Sum (13-12). First ranked Woori Bank had an easy win 76-52. Woori Bank have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 21-4 record. BNK Sum lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with 12 games lost. Woori Bank will meet at home bottom-ranked Hana 1Q (#6) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. BNK Sum will play against S-Birds and it may be a tough game between close rivals. In the last game of round 17 KB Stars were beaten by Hana 1Q on the road 82-69.
KB Stars - BNK Sum 64-62 The most exciting game of round 17 in the WKBL took place in Seoul. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 4th placed BNK Sum (13-12) to fifth ranked KB Stars (9-16) 64-62 on Saturday evening. Defending champion maintains fifth place with 9-16 record. BNK Sum lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with 12 games lost. KB Stars are looking forward to face higher ranked S-Birds (#3) in Anshan in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. BNK Sum will play at home against S-Birds and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Blue Minx - S-Birds 86-73 An interesting game for Blue Minx (14-10) which hosted in Yongin 3rd placed S-Birds (13-11). Second ranked Blue Minx managed to get a 13-point victory 86-73. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of S-Birds. Blue Minx have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain second place with 14-10 record having eight points less than leader Woori Bank. S-Birds at the other side keep the third position with 11 games lost. Blue Minx will play against league's leader Woori Bank in Chuncheon in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. S-Birds will play on the road against BNK Sum in Guri and it may be a tough game between close rivals. BNK Sum - Woori Bank 52-76 An interesting game for Woori Bank (21-4) which played road game in Guri against 4th placed BNK Sum (13-12). First ranked Woori Bank had an easy win 76-52. Woori Bank have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 21-4 record. BNK Sum lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with 12 games lost. Woori Bank will meet at home bottom-ranked Hana 1Q (#6) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. BNK Sum will play against S-Birds and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Hana 1Q - KB Stars 82-69 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when sixth ranked Hana 1Q (4-21) beat 5th ranked KB Stars (9-16) in Bucheon 82-69 on Wednesday. Hana 1Q maintains sixth place with 4-21 record. Defending champion KB Stars keep the fifth position with 16 games lost. Hana 1Q will meet league's leader Woori Bank in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. KB Stars will play against S-Birds (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. |
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| LF2 Round 18: CD Talent keep a leadership position - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The game had a very big importance for second-ranked CD Talent as it allowed them to take a leadership position. CD Talent smashed 7th ranked Unicaja in Parbayon 98-66. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Unicaja. CD Talent made 22-of-27 free shots (81.5 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Unicaja 40-24 including 26 on the defensive glass. 27 personal fouls committed by Unicaja helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for Slovakian forward Tereza Sedlakova (180-1997, college: Florida Tech, agency: Promo Sport ID) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 13 rebounds. Forward Cristina Lazaro (171-1996) contributed with 17 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Portuguese center Clara Vieitas (198-2006) replied with 12 points and 5 rebounds for Unicaja. Unicaja's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. CD Talent have a solid three-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Plasencia. Unicaja at the other side dropped to the eighth place with nine games lost. Unicaja will play next round against Coruna trying to get back on the winning streak. CD Talent will try to continue on its current victory against fourth ranked Cortegada in Vilagarcia Arousa. Fourteenth-ranked El Olivar (2-16) was very close to win a game against eleventh ranked Cerdanyola (6-12). Cerdanyola managed to secure only three-point victory 68-65. However their fans expected easier game. Eva Almasque had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Ruth Allison chipped in 16 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Leyre Urdiain with 18 points and 6 rebounds. Newly promoted Cerdanyola maintains eleventh position with 6-12 record. El Olivar lost ninth consecutive game. El Olivar at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the fourteenth place with 16 games lost. Cerdanyola will play against higher ranked Barna (#10) in Barcelona in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. El Olivar will play at home against Maresme (#5) and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game between seventh ranked Logrono (9-7) and 13th ranked Aridane (3-14) in Logrono on Sunday ended with biggest points difference. Logrono outscored guests from Los Llanos 90-42. Maria Angulo notched 16 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort. Logrono's coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 11 points by Ana Fernandez did not help to save the game for Aridane. Logrono moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Arxil and Cortegada. Aridane lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. Logrono will meet league's second-placed Plasencia on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Aridane will play against Almeria (#3) and hope to secure a win. There were no big surprises in other games of round 18: Barakaldo was beaten by Genero on the road 62-56. Almeria won against Sevilla on its own court 53-45. Sant Adria unfortunately lost to Aranguren in a road game 57-66. Mataro recorded a loss to Almeda at home 44-48. Lleida was defeated by Maresme on the opponent's court 70-76. Viladecans beat Barna in a home game 74-58. GEIG lost to Segle XXI on the road 58-67. The most impressive performance of 18th round was 8 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals by Laia Conesa of Segle XXI.
Group AGenero - Barakaldo 62-56The game between closely ranked teams ended with eighth ranked Genero's (9-8) home victory over 9th ranked Barakaldo (7-10) in Las Palmas 62-56 on Saturday. British guard Dami Adeyinka (163, college: Quincy) notched 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and Leonor Goncalves supported her with 13 points and 6 assists. Even 15 points and 7 rebounds by Dominican-Brazilian forward Maira Horford (184-1995) did not help to save the game for Barakaldo. Nahia Anitua (-2000) added 6 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Genero moved-up to seventh place. Barakaldo lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with ten games lost. They share it with Leon. Genero will meet Sevilla (#12) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Barakaldo will play against Arxil and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Genero: D.Adeyinka 20+6reb+4ast, M.Adepoju 13+4reb+1ast, G.Leonor 13+2reb+6ast, Y.Garcia 8+6reb+2ast, C.Mateo 4+4reb, D.Kamite 2+5reb Barakaldo: M.Horford 15+7reb+1ast, C.Leticia 12+3reb+2ast, A.Anderson 10+5reb, P.Montserrat 9+4reb+1ast, A.Nahia 6+6reb+6ast, A.Vergara 4+5reb+1ast Almeria - Sevilla 53-45 Very expected game when 12th ranked Sevilla (6-11) lost on the road to third ranked Almeria (12-5) 53-45 on Saturday. Center Lucia Mendez (182-1988) notched 11 points and 9 rebounds to lead the effort and Argentinian point guard Macarena Durso (169-1991) supported her with 10 points and 8 rebounds. Even 12 points and 5 rebounds by Ana Flores did not help to save the game for Sevilla. Claudia Jimenez added 14 points. Sevilla's coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Almeria have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 12-5 record having just two points less than leader CD Talent, which they share with Sant Josep. Newly promoted Sevilla keeps the twelfth place with 11 games lost. Almeria will meet Aridane (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Sevilla will play against Genero and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Almeria: L.Mendez 11+9reb+1ast, M.D'urso 10+8reb+2ast, I.Garrido 8+3reb+2ast, F.Maria 8+5reb, A.Gonzalez 6+4reb+1ast, J.Ferreira 5+4reb Sevilla: J.Claudia 14+2reb, F.Ana 12+5reb+2ast, F.Elisa 7+4reb+1ast, M.Julia 6+4reb+1ast, M.Recio 4+5reb+1ast, A.Diaw 2+7reb Logrono - Aridane 90-42 The game between seventh ranked Logrono (9-7) and 13th ranked Aridane (3-14) in Logrono on Sunday ended with biggest points difference. Logrono outscored guests from Los Llanos 90-42. Logrono dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Aridane's 26. Logrono forced 19 Aridane turnovers and outrebounded them 43-31 including a 31-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Maria Angulo notched 16 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort and center Lucia Martinez (186-2006) supported her with 11 points. Logrono's coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 11 points by Ana Fernandez (175-1993, college: Canisius) did not help to save the game for Aridane. Dutch Cheyenne Van der Linden (-2001) added 9 points and 5 rebounds. Logrono moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Arxil and Cortegada. Aridane lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. Logrono will meet league's second-placed Plasencia on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Aridane will play against Almeria (#3) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Logrono: A.Maria 16+7reb+2ast, T.Blanco 13, M.Lucia 11+4reb, J.Angela 8+6reb, F.Lucia 7+2reb+2ast, M.Gloria 7+4reb+4ast Aridane: A.Fernandez 11+4reb+1ast, V.der Linden Cheyenne 9+5reb, P.Marta 6+4reb+3ast, R.Aitana 5+5reb+1ast, M.Ines 5+3reb+1ast, L.Guadalupe 4+3reb CD Talent - Unicaja 98-66 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked CD Talent as it allowed them to take a leadership position. CD Talent smashed 7th ranked Unicaja in Parbayon 98-66. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Unicaja. CD Talent made 22-of-27 free shots (81.5 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Unicaja 40-24 including 26 on the defensive glass. 27 personal fouls committed by Unicaja helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for Slovakian forward Tereza Sedlakova (180-1997, college: Florida Tech, agency: Promo Sport ID) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 13 rebounds. Forward Cristina Lazaro (171-1996) contributed with 17 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Portuguese center Clara Vieitas (198-2006) replied with 12 points and 5 rebounds and Elena Moreno added 10 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Unicaja. Unicaja's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. CD Talent have a solid three-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Plasencia. Unicaja at the other side dropped to the eighth place with nine games lost. Unicaja will play next round against Coruna trying to get back on the winning streak. CD Talent will try to continue on its current victory against fourth ranked Cortegada in Vilagarcia Arousa. Top scorers: CD Talent: T.Sedlakova 34+13reb+2ast, M.Stejskalova 18+5reb, C.Lazaro 17+7reb+2ast, E.Oliva 8+4reb+7ast, I.Butina 7+2reb+2ast, D.Buzadzin 6+2reb+2ast Unicaja: S.Garcia 14, V.Clara 12+5reb+1ast, M.Elena 10+5reb, F.Fatou 8+4reb, R.Carmen 7, G.Andrea 6+1reb+2ast Group BAranguren - Sant Adria 66-57We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when thirteenth ranked Aranguren (5-13) won against at home 12th ranked Sant Adria (5-13) 66-57 on Saturday. They outrebounded Sant Adria 46-23 including a 33-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. Argentinian forward Maria Lineira (182-1983) notched a double-double by scoring 15 points and 17 rebounds to lead the effort and forward Beatriz Royo (176-1991, agency: Promo Sport ID) supported her with 13 points and 10 rebounds. Even 24 points by Noa Sanchez (-2001) did not help to save the game for Sant Adria. Forward Judith Turrion (179-1996) added 9 points. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Aranguren moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with defeated Sant Adria. Aranguren will meet league's leader Castello in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Sant Adria will play against Segle XXI (#3) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Aranguren: M.Lineira 15+17reb+3ast, B.Royo 13+10reb+3ast, D.Olaia 12+5reb+2ast, H.Langhi 9+6reb, I.Irati 6+4reb, V.Andrea 4+1reb Sant Adria: S.Noa 24+1reb+2ast, J.Turrion 9+4reb+3ast, R.Queralt 5+2reb, E.Barcelo 5+3reb, R.Esther 5+3reb, D.Mareme 4+1reb Mataro - Almeda 44-48 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 6th ranked Mataro (11-7) lost at home to seventh ranked Almeda (10-8) 48-44 on Sunday. Almeda held Mataro to an opponent 23.3 percent shooting from the field compared to 32.1 percent accuracy of the winners. Alba Barneda (-2003) notched 11 points and 5 rebounds to lead the effort and center Cristina Pujol (178-1995) supported her with 6 points and 6 rebounds. Even 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists by center Marta Arbizu (187-1991) did not help to save the game for Mataro. Forward Mireia Daura (185-1999, college: FDU) added 6 points and 11 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Almeda maintains seventh position with 10-8 record. Loser Mataro keeps the sixth place with seven games lost. Almeda will meet at home higher ranked Sant Josep (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Mataro will play against Lleida and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Almeda: D.Carlota 11+3reb, B.Alba 11+5reb+3ast, G.Laia 9+1reb, C.Pujol 6+6reb+3ast, C.Ana 5+7reb, G.Anna 3+7reb+4ast Mataro: M.Arbizu 16+6reb+4ast, O.Marta 6+3reb, P.Mireia 6+4reb+1ast, M.Daura 6+11reb, L.Daniela 5+1reb, B.Nerea 3+5reb Maresme - Lleida 76-70 Everything went according to plan when fifth ranked Maresme (12-6) defeated 8th ranked Lleida (8-10) in Barcelona 76-70 on Saturday. Maresme made 22-of-24 free shots (91.7 percent) during the game. Point guard Ariadna Magrina (164-1994) notched 17 points (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!) to lead the effort and Laia Soler (185-2001, college: Boise St.) supported her with 11 points. Four Maresme players scored in double figures. Even 18 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) by Argentinian-Italian forward Magali Vilches (182-2002) did not help to save the game for Lleida. Maria Cerqueda (-1998) added 16 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Maresme maintains fifth position with 12-6 record. Loser Lleida keeps the eighth place with ten games lost. Maresme will meet El Olivar (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Lleida will play against Mataro (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Maresme: A.Magrina 17+3reb+1ast, Q.Coll 13+2reb, L.Soler 11+4reb+2ast, B.Garcia 10+5reb+1ast, P.Curto 9+2reb+2ast, M.Vila 5+4reb+2ast Lleida: V.Magali 18+3reb, C.Maria 16+5reb, P.Comellas 11+4reb+5ast, T.Lara 8+3reb, C.Neus 5+5reb+4ast, C.Pena 4+1reb Cerdanyola - El Olivar 68-65 Fourteenth-ranked El Olivar (2-16) was very close to win a game against eleventh ranked Cerdanyola (6-12). Cerdanyola managed to secure only three-point victory 68-65. However their fans expected easier game. Cerdanyola players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Eva Almasque had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Scottish Ruth Allison (177-2000) chipped in 16 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Four Cerdanyola players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Leyre Urdiain with 18 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Rocio Torcal (172-1994) scored 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Newly promoted Cerdanyola maintains eleventh position with 6-12 record. El Olivar lost ninth consecutive game. El Olivar at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the fourteenth place with 16 games lost. Cerdanyola will play against higher ranked Barna (#10) in Barcelona in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. El Olivar will play at home against Maresme (#5) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Cerdanyola: A.Eva 24+10reb+3ast, R.Allison 16+5reb+3ast, E.Laia 10+3reb+3ast, C.Perez 10+2reb+7ast, G.Iona 6+2reb+1ast, D.Clara 2+2reb+1ast El Olivar: U.Leyre 18+6reb+2ast, R.Torcal 15+6reb+4ast, A.Davinia 9+13reb, M.Leire 7+2reb+2ast, P.Arantxa 7+2reb, I.Ane 5+1reb Viladecans - Barna 74-58 There was no surprise when 10th ranked Barna (7-11) lost to third ranked Viladecans (13-5) in Barcelona 58-74 on Saturday. Viladecans forced 22 Barna turnovers. Power forward Silvia Marcelo (188-1993) notched 12 points and 5 rebounds to lead the effort and point guard Elena Silva (173-1993) supported her with 8 points and 4 assists. Even 8 points and 9 rebounds by Paula Casadevall (-1997) did not help to save the game for Barna. Paula Roig (-1999) added 8 points. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Viladecans moved-up to second place, which they share with Segle XXI. Barna lost fourth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the ninth position with 11 games lost. They share it with GEIG. Viladecans will meet GEIG (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Barna will play against Cerdanyola and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Viladecans: S.Marcelo 12+5reb+1ast, B.Deva 10+1ast, N.Lucia 8+1reb+2ast, I.Mus 8+2reb, E.Silva 8+3reb+4ast, L.Judit 7+3reb+1ast Barna: F.Anna 9+3reb, P.Casadevall 8+9reb+2ast, G.Carla 8+1reb+2ast, R.Paula 8+3reb+1ast, G.Nuria 6+1reb, M.Zori 6+1ast Segle XXI - GEIG 67-58 No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Segle XXI (13-5) beat 9th ranked GEIG (7-11) in Barcelona 67-58 on Saturday. Segle XXI forced 29 GEIG turnovers. Point guard Iyana Martin (172-2006) notched 12 points and 5 rebounds to lead the effort and Laia Conesa (173-2005) supported her with 8 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. Even 11 points and 8 rebounds by Julia Fernandez did not help to save the game for GEIG. Guard Nuria Bagaria (171-1999) added 16 points. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Segle XXI have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Viladecans. Loser GEIG keeps the ninth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Barna. Segle XXI will meet Sant Adria (#13) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. GEIG will play against the league's second-placed Viladecans (#2) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Segle XXI: N.Irene 14+2reb+1ast, T.Ariadna 12+3reb+1ast, M.Iyana 12+5reb+3ast, S.Cristina 9+3reb, C.Laia 8+5reb+6ast, G.Silvia 5+3reb+1ast GEIG: N.Bagaria 16+2reb+1ast, F.Julia 11+8reb+2ast, G.Vanessa 6+8reb+1ast, R.Alba 5+1reb, C.Helena 5+5reb, C.Alba 5+3reb+1ast |
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She had a double-double of 34 points and 13 rebounds, while her team outclassed Unicaja (#8, 8-9) with 32-point margin 98-66. It allowed CD Talent to take over top position in the Spanish league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. CD Talent has a very solid 12-4 record, but they cannot be too comfortable about keeping top position. In the team's last game Sedlakova had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range. She turned to be CD Talent's top player in her first season with the team. Florida Institute of Technology graduate has very impressive stats this year. Sedlakova is in league's top in points (7th best: 13.5ppg), rebounds (8th best: 8.5rpg) and averages solid 50.6% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Maria Lineira (182-F-1983) of Aranguren. She is Argentinian forward in her first season at Aranguren. In the last game Lineira recorded impressive double-double of 15 points and 17 rebounds. Of course Aranguren cruised to a 66-57 relatively comfortable win over Sant Adria (5-13). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the top position in Group B. But Aranguren managed to improve slightly their position in standings taking 12th place. 13 lost games are too many comparing to just five victories Aranguren managed to get this year. Lineira is a newcomer at Aranguren and despite she is not a team leader yet, every game she becomes more reliable player. Hopefully performances like the last one will happen more often. Third place about best performers goes to Eva Almasque of Cerdanyola (#11). Almasque scored 24 points and grabbed ten rebounds. She was a key player of Cerdanyola, leading her team to a 68-65 win against the lower-ranked El Olivar (#14, 2-16). Almasque has a very solid season. In 18 games in Spain she scored 8.7ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Noa Sanchez (2001) of Sant Adria - 24 points and 2 assists 5. Ariadna Magrina (164-PG-1994) of Maresme - 17 points and 3 rebounds 6. Marta Arbizu (187-C-1991) of Mataro - 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Rocio Torcal (172-PG-1994) of El Olivar - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Beatriz Royo (176-F-1991) of Aranguren - 13 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Michaela Stejskalova (186-F-1987) of CD Talent - 18 points and 5 rebounds 10. Dami Adeyinka (163-G) of Genero - 20 points, 6 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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Uganda - Kenya 53:61 Kenya rout Uganda in the opener of their 2023 AfroBasket Qualifiers. Kenya posted a 61-53 in Day 1 of the competition. Kenya started with a 16-7 run and led 9 points at the halftime. Uganda managed to reply with a 17-9 rally in the third quarter, whilst Kenya closed the game with a final 18-11 run. Mercy Wanyama (185-C-1992) top-cored for the winners with 15 points and Christine Akinyi (198-C-1997) notched 14. Jannon Otto (183-G-1997, college: UC Riverside) posted 11 in a loss, whilst Hope Akello (183-F/C-1997) and Brenda Ekone (152-G-1996) had 10 apiece. |
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Nyla Jackson (G) had 29 points on the day as the Apprentice School women's basketball team blew past Regent Sunday afternoon, 76-51. The Builders led nearly wire-to-wire outside of some early trading of baskets. The only quarter Regent outscored Apprentice was in the final period by a score of 15-13. Jackson's 29 points included shooting 11-of-20 from the floor, hitting five three pointers. Jada Bryant finished with another double-double of 18 points and 11 rebounds. Apprentice had 21 assists on 31 made baskets. The Builders will wrap up the regular season with a home game Saturday against VPCC. Tip is set for 2 p.m. Courtesy of: gobuilders.prestosports.com |
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Former UConn standout and 2016 No. 2 overall WNBA draft pick Moriah Jefferson (5'7''-PG-1994, college: UConn) has signed with the Phoenix Mercury, the team announced Monday. Following an injury-riddled start to her WNBA tenure, which included stints in Minnesota, Dallas and Las Vegas/San Antonio, Jefferson had a career season with the Lynx last year before entering free agency as a highly regarded point guard. She started 30 games for the Minnesota Lynx and in June became one of 11 players in league history to record a triple-double. In all, she averaged 10.8 points, a career-high 4.9 assists and 2.5 rebounds per game in 2022. "We are very excited to welcome a free agent of Moriah's caliber to the Mercury," general manager Jim Pitman said in a statement. "She is coming off a career year where she demonstrated that she's a shooter, scorer and creator for both herself and teammates. Adding a ballhandler with youth and versatility was a priority for us this offseason and we're looking forward to the impact she will provide in her role." Prior to signing Jefferson, the Mercury's notable moves in the free agency period included acquiring Michaela Onyenwere from New York in a trade that sent Diamond Deshields (6'1''-G-1995, college: Tennessee) to Dallas and re-signing Sophie Cunningham (6'1''-G-1996, college: Missouri). Free agent Kia Nurse (6'0''-PG-1996, college: UConn) also departed for the Seattle Storm. WNBA legends Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner, the latter recently returned from her 10-month wrongful detainment in Russia, are also expected to re-sign with the team, which just assumed new ownership by Mat Ishbia, though those deals are not yet finalized. Courtesy of: espn.com |
