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| Lasmanis and Miezis star in Beijing's triumph at FIBA 3x3 Shenzhen Challenger 2023 - by Eurobasket News |
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Different team, but same deadly duo. Superheroes Karlis Lasmanis (200-G-1994) and Nauris Miezis (190-G-1991) made an instant impact with their new team Beijing (CHN), who claimed the first First 3x3 Challenger title of 2023 with victory in Shenzhen on May 13-14. The winners: Beijing (CHN) They were: No.1 points scored, best shooting value and fewest points There was a lot of hype over an absolutely loaded Beijing after the Chinese team signalled their intention with the signatures of ex-Riga superstars Lasmanis and Miezis, who have arguably been the best duo of the past five years. 'Batman' and 'Robin' didn't miss a beat in their new jerseys to lead Beijing to an unbeaten run in Shenzhen. They put emotions aside with a first-up clash with Riga, who knew all the tricks of their former stars to push Beijing all the way. But Beijing recovered from a 19-16 hole with Lasmanis and Miezis clutch to win the bragging rights before a big 21-13 statement victory over powerhouses Liman (SRB). Beijing went up a gear in the knockout phase with crushing victories over Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL) and Amsterdam HiPRO before getting over the line in a thrilling final in a rematch with Liman. MVP Lasmanis and Miezis combined for 74 points, but China national players Peng Yan (199-SF-1996) and Zhu Yuanbo also impressed to round out this dangerous team that lived up to the hype first up. The runners-up: Liman (SRB) Critics should learn a valuable lesson - never underestimate legendary Liman. These 3x3 warriors came into Shenzhen looking different than before as they introduced new overseas recruits American Andrew Kelly and Yanxu Zhou (190-SG-1999) of China. But Liman put eggs on the faces of the doubters by making the final with their only losses against champs Beijing. They enjoyed a huge win over old rival Riga in the pool stage before powerful victories over in-form Sansar MMC Energy (MGL) and Paris (FRA) in the knockout stage. Perhaps the most encouraging individual performance was from big fella Kelly, who was a beast on the boards to form a powerful inside presence with brute Mihailo Vasic (201-F-1993). Kojic killin' it: Liman's brilliant run was mostly due to sniper Stefan Kojic (202-SF-1992)'s heroic effort with this Serb superstar producing a vintage display. He was an absolute flame thrower to finish No.1 in player value (50.3), scoring (51) and second in highlights (20) as Kojic provided an early season reminder that he's one of 3x3's very best. The Final: Beijing 22-Liman 19 Karlis Lasmanis and Nauris Miezis faced familiar foes Stefan Kojic and Mihailo Vasic, but this was the start of a new rivalry. And it didn't disappoint with Kojic keen for revenge after Liman fell badly to Beijing on Day One. He was putting the moves on both inside and out in a one-man show for Liman, but Beijing were sharing the scoring load around with Chinese players Peng Yan and Zhu Yuanbo starting strong. Yanxu Zhou answered with a two to put Liman ahead as both teams went shot for shot. This game went up a gear as the heater continued with Lasmanis going bang, bang only for Kojic to reply with a huge two to reduce Beijing's lead to 18-17. An unstoppable Kojic hit his 12th point with a long jumper to give Liman a 19-18 lead but it was time for the bat signal to be activated. Firstly, Miezis hit a step-back two before Lasmanis nailed the clutch title-winner from deep to trigger wild celebrations for Beijing and the loud Chinese fans in the crowd. The reward: Two tickets to the Macau Masters Beijing and Liman qualified for the first-ever Macau Masters on July 8-9, 2023. They join Ub Huishan NE, Raudondvaris Hoptrans, Miami, Toronto and Marseille Final Standings: 1. Beijing (CHN) 2. Liman (SRB) 3. Amsterdam HiPRO (NED) 4. Paris (FRA) 5. Sansar MMC Energy (MGL) Top Scorers: 1. Stefan Kojic (Liman, SRB) 51 pts 2. Karlis Lasmanis (Beijing, CHN) 42 pts 3. Worthy de Jong (194-G-1988) (Amsterdam HiPRO, NED) 40 pts 4. Nauris Miezis (Beijing, CHN) 32 pts 5. Franck Seguela (198-F-1997) (Paris, FRA) 28 pts Courtesy of: fiba.basketball |
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| La Liga Round 4 of Quarter-Finals. Gimnasia and Instituto enter semifinal stage - by Eurobasket News |
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Obras - Gimnasia 69-72 Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Tyrone White (201-1990, college: CSUB) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and the former international Ivan Gramajo (193-1996) who added 16 points during the contest. Five Gimnasia players scored in double figures. At the losing side the former international point guard Pedro Barral (187-1994) responded with 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and Uruguayan forward Joaquin Rodriguez (198-1999, agency: Pro Sports) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Obras' coach Gregorio Martinez tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Obras: P.Barral 17+5reb+4ast, V.Juan Pablo 14+1reb+1ast, J.Rodriguez 14+5reb+1ast, J.Solarin 6+2reb, E.Serres 6, M.Calfani 5+3reb Gimnasia: T.White 18+4reb+2ast, I.Gramajo 16+3reb+3ast, A.Barreiro 13+6reb, S.Orresta 10+3reb+4ast, G.DeVaughn 10+8reb, F.Vazquez 3+5reb+3ast Riachuelo LR - Instituto 93-100 Instituto made 32-of-36 charity shots (88.9 percent) during the game. Riachuelo LR was plagued by 30 personal fouls down the stretch. The winners were led by Mateo Chiarini (190-1998) who scored that evening 28 points and the former international guard Nicolas Romano (200) supported him with 17 points and 7 rebounds. Even a double-double of 13 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists by American forward Diamon Simpson (204-1987, college: St.Mary's, CA) did not help to save the game for Riachuelo LR. His fellow American import guard Latraius Mosley (198-1990, college: Life) added 24 points for lost side. Four Instituto and five Riachuelo LR players scored in double figures. Riachuelo LR's coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Top scorers: Riachuelo LR: L.Mosley 24+4reb+1ast, R.Fortunato 16+5reb+4ast, D.Simpson 13+12reb+4ast, F.Pennacchiotti 11+1reb+2ast, T.Zanzottera 10+2reb+1ast, C.Buendia 10+2reb+2ast Instituto: M.Chiarini 28+3reb+3ast, L.Gonzalez 17+1reb+3ast, N.Romano 17+7reb, B.Lugarini 13+1reb, T.Gallizzi 8+5reb, P.Lockett 6+3reb+1ast |
| The promotion is in the sights of Racing and Zarate - by Roberto Dorta |
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This Monday, the Final of the Southern Conference of the Liga Argentina 2022-23 begins between the two best teams of the Regular Round : Racing de Chivilcoy being the best team of the Southern Conference, and on the other hand Zarate Basket Independiente champion of the Southern conference of the last campaign and 2nd best record of the Conference. They are several figures in each team, but they show a great combination of collective play, game under the hoop, medium distance play and above all a defensive intensity and order as few teams. Note that both teams premiered at the end of the regular round and the beginning of the post-season in this campaign their new venues. Crillon Arena was inaugurated in the last regular round game against Gimnasia y Esgrima de La Plata; while the Zarate Dam was premiered in the first game of the 4th final against La Union de Colon. On the side of Racing the Most Valuable Conference Emilio Stucky (198-F-1994), while on the side of Zarate stands Agustin Brocal (191-SG-1997) They were the two best teams of the Southern Conference in the entire regular round of the season. In the first 10 days the fight showed what would come: Racing winning 8 out of 10 , while Zarate won 7. On a tactical level, you will see two coaches who have come with the process growing and fitting them to their styles. Diego Dambrosio has been working with Racing since his promotion process since the Federal Tournament, and has been making him more competitive year after year. This campaign has connected his task force with his philosophy, intensity and defensive order. D Ambrosio was galloped as the South Conference coach of the year this regular season. Juan Anglese has been becoming one of the most consistent technicians and winners of the League. In two years inside the circuit has been able to reach two finals, has defined a game identity in Zarate Basket Independiente and therefore not surprising the arrival of the team to the finals. He managed to navigate a Federal Tournament where he reached a Final 4 where they finished Sub Champions of the circuit and with it the sporting merit of playing the 2nd category of national basketball. |
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| Kuany Kuany will continue his college career at Virginia Commonwealth University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He graduated Prolific Prep Academy (Napa Valley, CA) in 2019, which he joined from Victory Rock Preparatory School. |
| Jordan Forbes' triple-double lands him NBL One Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He recorded a triple-double of 30 points adding also 11 rebounds and 11 assists, while his team outclassed S.Adelaide P. (7-3) with 28-point margin 87-59. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Sturt S. is placed at 2nd position in Australian NBL One. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Sturt S. will need more victories to improve their 7-3 record. In the team's last game Forbes had a remarkable six three-pointers out of 9 attempts. He just recently signed at Sturt S., being already a very valuable addition to the team. Jordan Forbes averages this season 18.2ppg, 8.7rpg and 6.1apg. Second best performed player last round was Koen Sapwell (193-G-1999) of SD Spartans. He is a guard in his first season at SD Spartans. In the last game Sapwell recorded impressive 40 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists. It was enough for SD Spartans to edge the lower-ranked Brisbane C. (#15, 1-7) by 6 points 96-90. This victory allowed SD Spartans to move up to 7th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 5-5 record is not bad and everything may still change. Sapwell is one of the most experienced players at SD Spartans and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to forward Akech Aliir (F-2000) of N.Adelaide R. (#6). Aliir showcased his all-around game by recording 27 points, eleven rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of N.Adelaide R., leading his team to a 102-97 win against the higher-ranked Forestville E. (#3, 7-3). N.Adelaide R. needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 6 victories and 4 lost games. Aliir has a great season in Australia. After 10 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 12.8rpg (8th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Ben Henshall (195-F/G-2004) of BA CoE - 25 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists 5. Daniel Trist (206-F-1992) of Frankston B. - 25 points, 18 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Daniel Johnson (212-C/F-1988) of S.Adelaide P. - 33 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Lochlan Hutchison (188-G-1999) of Sutherland S. - 25 points, 4 rebounds and 9 assists 8. Apiok Dau (F-1999) of Southern T. - 18 points, 14 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Jack Hemphill (206-F-1999) of Eastern M. - 27 points and 14 rebounds 10. Alex Toohey (201-F-2004) of BA CoE - 25 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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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game had a very big importance for third-ranked Bearcats as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Bearcats smashed their close opponent Forestville Eagles in Woodville 100-54. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Bearcats forced 25 Forestville Eagles turnovers and outrebounded them 43-32 including a 33-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Bearcats looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Nikolas DeSantis (-1998) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and the former international swingman Anthony Drmic (198-1992, college: Boise St.) who added 13 points and 9 assists during the contest. At the losing side American forward Greg Mays (203-1993, college: Green Bay) responded with 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. Bearcats (7-2) have an impressive six-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 3 other teams. Forestville Eagles at the other side dropped to the second place with three games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Forestville Eagles will play next round against North Adelaide Rockets trying to get back on the winning streak. Bearcats will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Leading Hume City Broncos (8-2) recorded its second loss in Tullamarine. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Cougars (7-3) 98-90. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. The winners were led by American point guard Anthony Williams (178-1995, college: Clark Atlanta) who scored that evening 26 points and 8 rebounds and Gerrard Newby supported him with 15 points and 16 rebounds. Even a double-double of 26 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists by American guard Troyce Manassa (193-1993, college: SSU) did not help to save the game for Hume City Broncos. Cougars have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Hume City Broncos at the other side still keep top position with two games lost. They share it with Frankston B.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. A very close game took place in Flinders Park between Woodville Warriors and Norwood Flames. Fifth ranked Woodville Warriors (6-4) got a very close home victory over 6th ranked Norwood Flames (4-5). Woodville Warriors managed to escape with a 2-point win 73-71 on Saturday evening. Jawan Stepney fired 21 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Woodville Warriors' coach Scott Whitmore used entire bench in such tough game. Jack Stanwix produced 19 points and 9 rebounds for lost side. Woodville Warriors maintains fifth position with 6-4 record, which they share with 4 other teams. Norwood Flames lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh place with five games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Woodville Warriors will meet Central District Lions (#9) in the next round. Norwood Flames will have a break next round. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 16: Wyndham D. destroyed Camberwell on the opponent's court 112-73. Blackburn V. unfortunately lost to Melbourne Uni in a home game 81-95. Western PS recorded a loss to Bellarine S. on the road 95-100. Eastern M. crushed C.District L. on its own court 96-73. N.Adelaide R. beat S.Adelaide P. in Greenacres 77-73. Winless Southern T. lost to Sturt S. at home 80-90. Norths B. managed to outperform Hornsby S. on the opponent's court 87-77. Canberra G. rolled over Sydney C. in a home game 90-68. Illawarra H. 2 was defeated by Albury W.B. on the road 93-86. Cent.Coast C. was smashed by Newcastle F. on its own court 74-99. Inner WB won against Maitland M. in Inner West 97-91. Hills H. managed to outperform Manly Warr. at home 79-68. Bankstown B. managed to beat Penrith P. on the opponent's court 85-76. Cairns M. defeated Mackay M. in a home game 96-89. SW Metro P. was beaten by Gold Coast R. on the road 102-99. Ipswich F. won against USC Rip on its own court 111-102. RedCity R. unfortunately lost to SD Spartans in Brisbane 83-88. Logan T. rolled over NGC Seahawks at home 100-74. Northside W. were crushed by SC Phoenix on the opponent's court 91-68. Darwin S. beat Mackay M. in a home game 102-88. Geelong S. won against Hobart C. on the road 79-64. Mt Gambier unfortunately lost to Waverley F. on its own court 71-77. Keilor T. was rolled over Sandringham S. in Cheltenham 89-125. Ballarat M. was defeated by Knox R. at home 92-99. Nunawading S. beat Casey C. on the opponent's court 87-72. Kilsyth C. lost to Diamond V.E. in a home game 80-89. Geelong S. outscored NW Tasmania on the road 98-72. Bendigo B. managed to beat Dandenong R. on its own court 89-85. Melbourne T. was defeated by Eltham W. in a road game 100-91. Ringwood H. was beaten by Frankston B. at home 81-88. SW Slammers was destroyed by Cockburn C. on the opponent's court 125-87. Perry Lakes H. managed to outperform Lakeside L. in a home game 86-79. Willetton T. was rolled over Geraldton B. on the road 120-98. SW Slammers was crushed by East Perth E. on its own court 75-103. Perry Lakes H. were beaten by Warwick S. in Perth 92-74. Goldfields G. won against Joondalup W. at home 100-96. Perth R. outscored Rockingham F. on the opponent's court 79-52. Kalamunda ES managed to beat Mandurah M. in a home game 94-81. The most impressive stats of the last round was 38 points (!!!), 10 rebounds and 4 assists by Scott Stone of Western PS.
Group Big VCamberwell - Wyndham D. 73-112Very expected game in Melbourne where 7th ranked Camberwell (3-8) was crushed by third ranked Devils (7-3) 112-73 on Saturday. Devils forced 23 Camberwell turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American point guard Maurice Howard (185-1997, college: Alcorn St., agency: Green Sports Management) fired 31 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Guard Oskar Jones chipped in 27 points. Howard is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Devils players scored in double figures. American Anthony Kimble (196-1987, college: GSC) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds and guard Fisto Bizima added 19 points respectively for lost side. 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. Devils have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Camberwell lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with eight games lost. They share it with Penrith P.. Devils will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Camberwell will play against Cougars (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Wyndham D.: M.Howard 31+5reb+4ast, J.Oskar 27+2reb+3ast, D.Emmanwiel 17+6reb+1ast, K.Green 10+5reb+2ast, D.Herbert 8+3reb+3ast, A.Dolny 8+1reb+3ast Camberwell: B.Fisto 19+2reb+2ast, A.Kimble 12+12reb+1ast, M.Jay 10+9reb+1ast, C.Sean 9+7reb+2ast, G.James 7+6reb+1ast, J.Thornton 7+3reb+1ast Hume City B. - Keysborough C. 90-98 Leading Hume City Broncos (8-2) recorded its second loss in Tullamarine. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Cougars (7-3) 98-90. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Hume City Broncos were plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. The winners were led by American point guard Anthony Williams (178-1995, college: Clark Atlanta) who scored that evening 26 points and 8 rebounds and the other American import forward Gerrard Newby (196-1995, college: Union, KY) supported him with 15 points and 16 rebounds. Williams is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Even a double-double of 26 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists by American guard Troyce Manassa (193-1993, college: SSU) did not help to save the game for Hume City Broncos. Forward Corey Fiddes (198, college: CS East Bay) added 17 points and 10 rebounds for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Cougars have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Hume City Broncos at the other side still keep top position with two games lost. They share it with Frankston B.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Keysborough C.: A.Williams 26+8reb+2ast, C.Enge 18+11reb, L.Naoum 15+5reb+4ast, G.Newby 15+16reb+1ast, J.Leclerc 9+6reb, I.Geathers 7+5reb+1ast Hume City B.: T.Manassa 26+12reb+6ast, C.Fiddes 17+10reb+3ast, C.Kaba 14+11reb, C.Elder 11+2ast, M.Puondak 10+4reb, M.Viitala 6+9reb+2ast Blackburn V. - Melbourne Uni 81-95 Rather predictable result when fifth ranked Melbourne Uni (6-3) defeated on the road 9th ranked Vikings (2-9) 95-81 on Saturday. Melbourne Uni dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Vikings' 24 and made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. Forward Joel Rimes (196) fired 33 points (!!!) for the winners. Guard Shayan Mahboobi chipped in 14 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. American guard Denzel Brito (185-1991, college: Loyola, MD) produced 25 points and his fellow American import guard Ray Mitchell (201-1989, college: CS Stanislaus) added 20 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Melbourne Uni moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Vikings lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with nine games lost. They share it with Dandenong R.. Melbourne Uni will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Vikings will play against the league's second-placed Jets (#2) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Melbourne Uni: R.Joel 33+2reb+2ast, M.Shayan 14+6reb+4ast, M.Roseby 11+4reb+1ast, N.Masunda 8+7reb+3ast, S.Lucas 7+5reb+1ast, S.Pomasan 6+2reb+2ast Blackburn V.: D.Brito 25+2reb+2ast, R.Mitchell 20+4reb+1ast, B.Edward 10+5reb+2ast, K.Keil 9+2reb+3ast, K.Titgyeth 8+1reb, A.Jarod 5+1reb Bellarine S. - Western PS 100-95 Everything could happen in Bellarine at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked Storm and 9th ranked Steelers had identical 1-7 record. This time Storm used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Western Port 100-95 on Saturday night. Storm looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by Steelers' players. Point guard Lewis Varley (186-1993) fired a double-double by scoring 12 points, 9 rebounds, 10 assists and 4 steals for the winners. American swingman Joshua Chery (190, college: St.Francis, IL) chipped in 24 points. Four Storm players scored in double figures. American guard Scott Stone (193-1995, college: St.Cloud St.) produced a double-double by scoring 38 points (!!!), 10 rebounds and 4 assists and his fellow American import center Russell Permenter (203-1988, college: Providence) added 27 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. Steelers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Storm (2-7) moved-up to eighth place. Loser Steelers dropped to the tenth position with eight games lost. They share it with East Perth E. and SW Slammers. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Bellarine S.: J.Chery 24+4reb+1ast, K.Max 17+5reb+2ast, J.Rohan 13+4reb+3ast, L.Varley 12+9reb+10ast, T.Sebastian 11+1reb+1ast, G.Nathan 10+2reb+5ast Western PS: S.Stone 38+10reb+4ast, R.Permenter 27+12reb, J.Gaze 13+8reb+1ast, D.Corletto 8+1reb+10ast, I.Liam 5, M.Turner 4+1reb Group NBL1 CentralEastern M. - C.District L. 96-73Everything could happen in Mt. Barker at the game between two tied teams. Both eighth ranked Eastern Mavericks and 9th ranked Central District Lions had identical 2-7 record. This time Eastern Mavericks used a home court advantage and outscored the opponent from Gawler 96-73 on Saturday night. Eastern Mavericks forced 19 Central District Lions turnovers. Strangely Central District Lions outrebounded Eastern Mavericks 45-33 including 35 on the defensive glass. American guard James Legan (190-1987, college: ECU) fired 30 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. The other American import forward Jack Hemphill (206-1999, college: SFC) chipped in 24 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. American swingman Branden Jenkins (196-1994, college: TxWes) produced 27 points and 5 rebounds and forward Magok Manyang (203-2002, college: N.Mexico JC) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. 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. Eastern Mavericks maintains eighth position with 3-7 record, which they share with Lakeside L. and Cent.Coast C. Central District Lions lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with eight games lost. They share the position with Bankstown B. and Casey C.. Eastern Mavericks will meet Noarlunga City Southern Tigers (#10) in the next round. Central District Lions will play against Woodville Warriors and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Eastern M.: J.Legan 30+7reb+2ast, J.Hemphill 24+8reb+4ast, R.Owen 17+2reb, R.Jasper 9+3reb+7ast, G.Lengudi 8+9reb+1ast, J.Robertson 4+3reb C.District L.: B.Jenkins 27+5reb+1ast, M.Manyang 13+6reb+2ast, B.Sunday 10+4reb+2ast, K.Baker 9+7reb+1ast, D.Nathaniel 4+7reb, G.Ayual 4+2reb W.Adelaide B. - Forestville E. 100-54 The game had a very big importance for third-ranked Bearcats as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Bearcats smashed their close opponent Forestville Eagles in Woodville 100-54. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Bearcats forced 25 Forestville Eagles turnovers and outrebounded them 43-32 including a 33-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Bearcats looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Nikolas DeSantis (-1998) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and the former international swingman Anthony Drmic (198-1992, college: Boise St.) who added 13 points and 9 assists during the contest. Four Bearcats players scored in double figures. At the losing side American forward Greg Mays (203-1993, college: Green Bay) responded with 11 points and guard Brad Rathjen (188-1998, college: NIACC) scored 6 points and 5 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Bearcats (7-2) have an impressive six-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 3 other teams. Forestville Eagles at the other side dropped to the second place with three games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Forestville Eagles will play next round against North Adelaide Rockets trying to get back on the winning streak. Bearcats will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Top scorers: W.Adelaide B.: N.DeSantis 21+6reb+4ast, L.Olbrich 19+4reb, R.Fraser 18+5reb+1ast, A.Drmic 13+4reb+9ast, J.Spear 9+5reb+1ast, T.Matthew 5+1reb+1ast Forestville E.: G.Mays 11+4reb+2ast, A.Doyle 8+2reb+2ast, G.Stefan 6+2reb+1ast, B.Rathjen 6+3reb+5ast, M.Machar 5+4reb, J.Rios 4+1reb+2ast S.Adelaide P. - N.Adelaide R. 73-77 There was an upset in Park Holme where much higher ranked South Adelaide Panthers (7-3) were defeated by sixth ranked North Adelaide Rockets (6-4) 77-73 on Saturday. North Adelaide Rockets forced 22 South Adelaide Panthers turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when North Adelaide Rockets made 7 blocks. Guard Riley Harrap (-2000) fired 26 points and 4 assists for the winners. Forward Akech Aliir (-2000) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds. The former international power forward Daniel Johnson (212-1988, college: Pepperdine) produced 18 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Lloyd McVeigh (197-2003) added 22 points respectively for lost side. Four South Adelaide Panthers players scored in double figures. North Adelaide Rockets have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser South Adelaide Panthers keep the second position with three games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. North Adelaide Rockets will meet at home higher ranked Forestville Eagles (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. South Adelaide Panthers will play against the league's second-placed Sturt Sabres and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: N.Adelaide R.: H.Riley 26+3reb+4ast, A.Akech 15+11reb+1ast, K.McCalop 14+10reb, W.Caleb 9+1reb, D.McDonald 8+3reb+10ast, D.Carlisle 5+4reb+1ast S.Adelaide P.: M.Lloyd 22+4reb+2ast, D.Johnson 18+9reb+4ast, C.Ellison 12+14reb+2ast, T.Davies 10+4reb+3ast, A.Barton 9+2ast, S.Johns 2+5reb+5ast Southern T. - Sturt S. 80-90 No shocking result in a game in Morphett Vale where fourth ranked Sturt Sabres (7-3) won against bottom-ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers (0-10) 90-80 on Saturday. Sturt Sabres forced 22 Noarlunga City Southern Tigers turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Naturalized Italian forward Jacob Rigoni (198-1998, college: Quinnipiac) fired a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds for the winners. Guard Keanu Rasmussen (188-2003, college: CBU) chipped in 19 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. New Zealand guard Jett Thompson (188-2003) produced 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Apiok Dau (-1999) added 10 points and 13 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Noarlunga City Southern Tigers players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sturt Sabres have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Noarlunga City Southern Tigers still closes the standings with ten games lost. Sturt Sabres will meet South Adelaide Panthers (#4) in the next round. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers will play against Eastern Mavericks (#8) and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Sturt S.: J.Rigoni 34+10reb+1ast, K.Rasmussen 19+9reb+5ast, J.Forbes 14+6reb+5ast, S.Daly 9+3reb+4ast, J.Turnbull 5+1reb+2ast, T.Dowdell 3+5reb+3ast Southern T.: T.Jett 19+5reb+5ast, M.Awak 14+4reb, A.Green 13+5reb+2ast, L.Nicholas 11+5reb+1ast, D.Apiok 10+13reb+2ast, D.Alexander 7+3reb Woodville W. - Norwood F. 73-71 A very close game took place in Flinders Park between Woodville Warriors and Norwood Flames. Fifth ranked Woodville Warriors (6-4) got a very close home victory over 6th ranked Norwood Flames (4-5). Woodville Warriors managed to escape with a 2-point win 73-71 on Saturday evening. Woodville Warriors forced 23 Norwood Flames turnovers. American guard Jawan Stepney (192-1995, college: CWU) fired 21 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. The other American import power forward Joe Jackson (201, college: IU Southeast) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds. Stepney attended previously one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball. Woodville Warriors' coach Scott Whitmore used entire bench in such tough game. New Zealand point guard Jack Stanwix (183-2000) produced 19 points and 9 rebounds and guard Matthew Lycett (194-1990) added 14 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Four Norwood Flames players scored in double figures. Woodville Warriors maintains fifth position with 6-4 record, which they share with 4 other teams. Norwood Flames lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh place with five games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Woodville Warriors will meet Central District Lions (#9) in the next round. Norwood Flames will have a break next round. Top scorers: Woodville W.: J.Stepney 21+5reb+1ast, J.Jackson 14+6reb+1ast, O.Cooper 12+2reb+1ast, R.Meldrum 8+4reb+5ast, M.Tyrone 5+2reb+1ast, D.McGee 4+5reb+3ast Norwood F.: J.Stanwix 19+9reb+2ast, M.Lycett 14+8reb+5ast, M.Nuangki 14+3reb+1ast, C.Smith 11+8reb+1ast, M.Walter 6+5reb+3ast, D.Webber 5+7reb+6ast Group NBL1 EastHornsby S. - Norths B. 77-87Very expected game in Hornsby where bottom-ranked Spiders (0-11) were defeated by third ranked Norths Soul Sports Bears (9-2) 87-77 on Saturday. Norths Soul Sports Bears dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Spiders' 30 and made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Norths Soul Sports Bears forced 20 Spiders turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Point guard Brennan Rymer (183-1998, college: Azusa Pacific) fired 27 points and 6 assists for the winners. Center Nathaniel Musters (208-1993, college: Lafayette) chipped in 12 points and 6 assists. Four Norths Soul Sports Bears players scored in double figures. Forward Patrick Fraser (195-2001, college: UNK) produced 22 points and Samoan-Lebanese guard Shareef Saipaia (-1999) added 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Spiders' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Norths Soul Sports Bears have a solid four-game winning streak. They used an opportunity after Perry Lakes H. lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Loser Spiders still closes the standings with 11 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Norths B.: B.Rymer 27+4reb+6ast, A.Bose 14+4reb+3ast, N.Musters 12+4reb+6ast, L.Holey 12+9reb, Y.Michael 9+2reb+2ast, M.Golding 6+10reb+6ast Hornsby S.: P.Fraser 22+4reb, S.Shareef 15+6reb+5ast, B.White 8+4reb+2ast, T.Einer 7+2reb, B.Moses 6+3reb+1ast, G.Thomas 6+3reb Canberra G. - Sydney C. 90-68 There was a small surprise when seventh ranked Canberra Gunners (6-4) smashed at home 5th ranked Sydney City Comets (6-3) 90-68 on Saturday. Canberra Gunners forced 21 Sydney City Comets turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Canberra Gunners made 11 blocks. Center Glenn Morison (208-1999, college: St.Edward's) fired a double-double by scoring 29 points, 14 rebounds and 7 blocks for the winners. Forward Cameron Pender (199-2004) chipped in 16 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Center Johnny Crnogorac (216-1995, college: UTRGV, agency: Haylett Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds and American swingman Ilisia Washington (194-1998, college: Regis Univ.) added 12 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. 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. Canberra Gunners moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Sydney City Comets dropped to the fourth position with three games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Canberra G.: G.Morison 29+14reb+1ast, P.Cameron 16+9reb+6ast, D.Fieg 10+4reb+5ast, J.Toohey 9+2reb+2ast, J.Mapiou 8+3reb+1ast, N.Peters 8+1reb+1ast Sydney C.: I.Washington 12+5reb+2ast, J.Crnogorac 12+10reb+1ast, W.Archie 11+3reb+1ast, J.Nick 7+3reb, A.Christian 6+8reb+1ast, W.Matthew 6+6reb+4ast Albury W.B. - Illawarra H. 2 93-86 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Albury where 8th ranked Hawks (5-5) were defeated by ninth ranked Bandits (6-5) 93-86 on Saturday. American center Mike Parks Jr (206-1997, college: Memphis, agency: Haylett Sports) fired 25 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Eric Miraflores (-1982) chipped in 23 points. Parks Jr. is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Bandits players scored in double figures. Swingman Noah Pagotto (191-2005) produced 31 points and 8 rebounds and guard Fred Webb (-1999) added 26 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Bandits have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to eighth place. Hawks lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with five games lost. They share it with Ballarat M. and SD Spartans. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Albury W.B.: M.Parks Jr. 25+9reb, M.Eric 23+4reb+2ast, J.Coleman 15+7reb+4ast, J.Cincurak 14+6reb+2ast, L.Cummings 14+7reb+2ast, S.Lochlainn 2+5reb Illawarra H. 2: P.Noah 31+8reb, W.Fred 26+8reb+1ast, P.Aaron 10+3reb, G.Samuel 7+3reb, D.Philip 6+9reb, E.Laudato 4+1reb+1ast Cent.Coast C. - Newcastle F. 74-99 Everything went according to plan in Terrigal where tenth ranked Falcons (5-4) outscored 12th ranked Crusaders (3-7) 99-74 on Saturday. Falcons shot 63.5 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 53.8 percentage. Falcons looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. Naturalized British forward Ryan Beisty (200-1995, college: Regis Univ.) fired 34 points (!!!), 8 rebounds and 5 assists (perfect from downtown making all six shots !!!) for the winners. Forward Myles Cherry (203-1998, college: Lafayette) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Falcons players scored in double figures. Guard Luke Cassidy (-2000) produced 23 points and 4 assists and center Aaron Redhead (-1998) added 17 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. 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. Falcons moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Crusaders lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with seven games lost. They share it with Eastern M. and Lakeside L.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Newcastle F.: R.Beisty 34+8reb+5ast, M.Cherry 15+10reb+4ast, M.Maluach 13+1reb+1ast, G.Jaidyn 11+3reb+4ast, A.Gaines 7+5reb+9ast, T.Dawson 6+5reb+2ast Cent.Coast C.: C.Luke 23+4reb+4ast, R.Aaron 17+8reb+1ast, J.Trustum 8+6reb+2ast, L.Hammish 8+3reb+4ast, B.Alex 5+1reb, W.Isaiah 5+2reb Maitland M. - Inner WB 91-97 There was no surprise in Maitland where 11th ranked Mustangs (4-6) were defeated by first ranked Bulls (10-1) 97-91 on Saturday. Bulls made 30-of-39 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 Mustangs turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American guard Blake Morrow (193-1996, college: Southeastern) fired 36 points (!!!) and 9 assists for the winners. The other American import power forward Chris Bryant (203-1992, college: Miami, OH) chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds. Morrow is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Swingman Will Cranston-Lown (185-2000, college: Regis Univ.) produced 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) and New Zealand center James Hunter (208-1991, college: S.Dakota) added 19 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Mustangs' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Bulls have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 10-1 record. Mustangs lost third consecutive game. They keep the eleventh place with six games lost. They share the position with Melbourne T.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Inner WB: B.Morrow 36+4reb+9ast, C.Bryant 22+8reb+1ast, H.Alex 20+7reb+4ast, M.Jonni 7+1reb+3ast, I.Signal 5+4reb+1ast, G.Veg 3+4reb+3ast Maitland M.: W.Cranston-Lown 23+6reb+5ast, J.Hunter 19+7reb+2ast, G.Matt 12+2reb+2ast, J.Clifford 9+4reb+1ast, P.Billy 8+4reb+2ast, V.Luka Ashton 7+2reb Hills H. - Manly Warr. 79-68 No shocking result in a game in Baulkham Hills where sixth ranked Hills Hornets (7-4) won against 15th ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (1-10) 79-68 on Saturday. Hills Hornets dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Manly Warringah Sea Eagles' 28. Hills Hornets forced 20 Manly Warringah Sea Eagles turnovers. Liam Moss (-1998) fired 19 points and 6 assists for the winners. American forward Shawn Montague (198-1997, college: SNHU) chipped in 12 points and 9 rebounds. Four Hills Hornets players scored in double figures. Hills Hornets' coach Reece Potter used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Maxim Nesterov (198-2000) produced 20 points and 4 assists and American guard Noah Thomas (188-1998, college: Drake) added 16 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Hills Hornets have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Joondalup W. and Sutherland S. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth position with ten games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Hills H.: M.Liam 19+2reb+6ast, F.Marvin 12+5reb+3ast, S.Montague 12+9reb+1ast, G.Campbell 10+2reb+1ast, P.Joe 9+3reb+3ast, K.Joshua 7+4reb Manly Warr.: N.Maxim 20+4reb+4ast, M.Evans 17+4reb+2ast, N.Thomas 16+4reb+4ast, K.Browne 6+2reb+1ast, M.Eldridge 5+6reb+1ast, U.Eromon 4+7reb+1ast Penrith P. - Bankstown B. 76-85 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Penrith where 13th ranked Panthers (3-8) were defeated by fourteenth ranked Bankstown Bruins (2-8) 85-76 on Saturday. Guard Hayden Blankley (198-2000, college: WT) fired 35 points (!!!), 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Swingman Jonah Pares (192-2003) chipped in 13 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Forward Caleb Fetui-Faamoe (195-2003) produced 17 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Pranaya Sakya (176-1992) added 15 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Bankstown Bruins moved-up to ninth place, which they share with C.District L. and Casey C. Loser Panthers dropped to the seventh position with eight games lost. They share it with Camberwell. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Bankstown B.: H.Blankley 35+9reb+5ast, P.Jonah 13+6reb+7ast, D.Elkaz 11+5reb+2ast, T.Daus 10+6reb, S.Joshua 4+4reb, K.Shannon 4+1reb+1ast Penrith P.: F.Caleb 17+6reb, S.Pranaya 15+3reb+4ast, F.Jaedyn 10+5reb+3ast, M.Noman 10+4reb+2ast, R.Tomas 8+2reb+2ast, P.Ryan 4+5reb+1ast Group NBL1 NorthCairns M. - Mackay M. 96-89There was a surprise result when twelfth ranked Cairns Marlins (4-5) defeated at home one of their biggest challengers Mackay Meteors (5-4) 96-89 on Friday. Guard Ky Stattmann (193-2003, college: Daytona St.) fired 30 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. The former international point guard Tad Dufelmeier (183-1996, college: CUI) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 assists. Four Cairns Marlins players scored in double figures. Guard Isaac White (188-1998, college: CBU) produced 35 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds and American guard Tyler Williams (196-1996, college: San Diego) added 18 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Cairns Marlins moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 4 other teams. Mackay Meteors lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with four games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Cairns M.: K.Stattmann 30+8reb+1ast, C.Ahwang 24+2reb+1ast, J.Antonio 15+5reb+2ast, T.Dufelmeier 15+4reb+11ast, F.Aron 6+10reb+5ast, E.Samuel 3+3reb Mackay M.: I.White 35+5reb+3ast, T.Williams 18+7reb+3ast, S.Temara 13+3reb, M.Christian 9+4reb+3ast, M.Kye 7+4reb+2ast, D.Jean-Baptiste 3+3reb+1ast Gold Coast R. - SW Metro P. 102-99 Not a big story in a game in Gold Coast where 7th ranked South West Metro Pirates (4-5) were edged by third ranked Rollers (7-2) 102-99 on Saturday. However just three-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Rollers looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The former international guard Jason Cadee (186-1991) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points, 5 rebounds and 16 assists for the winners. The former international swingman Todd Blanchfield (198-1991) chipped in a double-double by scoring 26 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Rollers' coach Anthony Petrie used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American swingman Lamar Patterson (196-1991, college: Pittsburgh) produced 35 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds and the former international point guard Kai Woodfall (183-1996, college: MBU) added 25 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Rollers have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser South West Metro Pirates keep the seventh place with five games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Gold Coast R.: T.Blanchfield 26+10reb+5ast, J.Cadee 21+5reb+16ast, P.Le Gassick 17+3reb+2ast, T.Cameron 14+6reb+1ast, K.Elijah 6+4reb+2ast, J.Patton-Croker 6+1reb SW Metro P.: L.Patterson 35+8reb+3ast, K.Woodfall 25+6reb+5ast, B.Teys 17+1reb+4ast, B.Volkman 13+10reb, Z.Carter 7+5reb+2ast, S.Roman 2+3reb+1ast Ipswich F. - USC Rip 111-102 Everything went according to plan in Booval where first ranked Ipswich Force (7-1) beat 10th ranked Rip City (3-4) 111-102 on Saturday. Ipswich Force made 16-of-18 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Naturalized South Sudanese forward Deng Deng (203-1992, college: Baylor, agency: ProMondo Sports) fired a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. The former international guard Nathan Sobey (190-1990, college: Wyoming) chipped in 30 points. Five Ipswich Force players scored in double figures. Ipswich Force's coach Christopher Riches used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Naturalized Sudanese forward Kouat Noi (201-1997, college: TCU) produced a double-double by scoring 39 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds and American guard Brandon Wood (188-1989, college: Michigan St., agency: Interperformances) added 33 points (!!!) respectively for lost side. Ipswich Force maintains first position with 7-1 record, which they share with Logan T. Rip City lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh place with four games lost. They share the position with NGC Seahawks. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Ipswich F.: N.Sobey 30+4reb+3ast, D.Deng 26+10reb+3ast, G.Jaylin 20+6reb+7ast, C.Goldfinch 15+7reb, M.Fleming 10+1reb+3ast, A.Atem 5+2reb USC Rip: K.Noi 39+14reb+2ast, B.Wood 33+3ast, M.Kenyon 15+10reb+5ast, V.Williams Jr. 7+2reb+3ast, C.Shervill 6+3reb+3ast, L.Ilton 2+3reb+2ast SD Spartans - RedCity R. 88-83 There was no surprise when 14th ranked Roar (2-6) was defeated on the road by eighth ranked Brisbane Spartans (5-5) 88-83 on Saturday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Brisbane Spartans looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Guard Koen Sapwell (193-1999, college: CS Monterey) fired 30 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. The former international forward Akoldah Gak (208-2002) chipped in a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. Brisbane Spartans' coach Peter Crawford used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. American forward Jaylen Key (203-1997, college: New Orleans, agency: One Motive Sports) produced 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and point guard Nelson Larkins (180-1996) added 25 points respectively for lost side. Brisbane Spartans have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Ballarat M. and Illawarra H. 2. Roar lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh position with six games lost. They share it with Cockburn C.. Brisbane Spartans' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Brisbane to the arena Brisbane Capitals. Top scorers: SD Spartans: K.Sapwell 30+5reb+7ast, G.Akoldah 21+10reb+2ast, D.Kian 10+7reb+3ast, H.Ben 8+1reb+3ast, C.Malakye 7, J.Allen 7+6reb+3ast RedCity R.: J.Key 25+9reb+5ast, N.Larkins 25+3ast, B.Joshua 13+5reb+2ast, M.Poulain 7+10reb+1ast, K.Bishop 6+3reb, J.Mumtaz 5+6reb+1ast Logan T. - NGC Seahawks 100-74 No shocking result in a game in Loganholme where second ranked Thunder (7-1) outleveled 9th ranked Seahawks (3-4) 100-74 on Saturday. Thunder dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Seahawks' 26. Thunder forced 20 Seahawks turnovers and outrebounded them 48-24 including a 37-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Seahawks' players. South Sudanese forward Majok Deng (205-1993, college: ULM) fired a double-double by scoring 39 points (!!!), 17 rebounds and 4 assists (on 16-of-21 shooting from the field) for the winners. Guard Shaun Bruce (190-1991) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points, 6 rebounds, 12 assists and 7 steals. Five Thunder players scored in double figures. Guard Biwali Bayles (185-2002, college: Hawaii) produced 26 points and 4 assists and swingman Joshua Duach (197-2003, college: Iona) added 24 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. 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. Thunder have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Ipswich F. Seahawks lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh place with four games lost. They share the position with USC Rip. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Logan T.: M.Deng 39+17reb+4ast, M.Boston 13+5reb+5ast, M.Young 12+6reb+2ast, S.Bruce 11+6reb+12ast, R.Bach 11+5reb+4ast, T.Howard 6+2reb NGC Seahawks: B.Bayles 26+4reb+4ast, J.Duach 24+5reb, W.Lachlan 8+4reb, A.Krause 8+2reb+2ast, D.Gurney 4+5reb, M.Majok 3+3reb+1ast SC Phoenix - Northside W. 91-68 There was a minor upset in Cotton Tree where 5th ranked Northside Wizards (5-3) were crushed by eighth ranked Phoenix (4-3) 91-68 on Saturday. Phoenix outrebounded Northside Wizards 46-30 including a 37-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Guard Jamaal Robateau (196-1994, college: Gardner-Webb) fired 25 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Naturalized New Zealand Jonathan Janssen (205-1995, college: HPU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds. Phoenix's coach Brad Chalmers felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lual Diing (205-1998) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds and American swingman Andrew White III (200-1993, college: Syracuse) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Phoenix and five Northside Wizards players scored in double figures. Phoenix maintains eighth position with 4-3 record. Loser Northside Wizards keep the fifth place with three games lost. They share the position with Warwick S.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: SC Phoenix: J.Robateau 25+8reb+4ast, J.Janssen 18+11reb+2ast, N.Kahler 13+12reb, M.Bragg 11+6reb+8ast, K.Shastri 7+2reb+2ast, J.Aver 5+2reb+3ast Northside W.: D.Lual 18+12reb+3ast, A.White III 14+5reb+1ast, K.Zunic 13+2ast, R.Deshawn 11+4reb+2ast, R.Jed 10+4reb, S.Mitchell 2+1reb Darwin S. - Mackay M. 102-88 There was a small surprise in Darwin where sixth ranked Salties (5-2) defeated 4th ranked Mackay Meteors (5-4) 102-88 on Saturday. Salties made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 21 Mackay Meteors turnovers. American guard Jerron Jamerson (194-1992, college: Goshen) fired 29 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the winners. The former international guard Sean Macdonald (185-2000) chipped in 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Salties players scored in double figures. Guard Isaac White (188-1998, college: CBU) produced 31 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and Haitian center Djery Jean-Baptiste (209-1995, college: UMass) added 20 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Salties have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Mackay Meteors lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with four games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Darwin S.: J.Jamerson 29+6reb+4ast, S.Macdonald 16+6reb+4ast, F.Viliami 15+6reb+3ast, D.Riak 14+10reb+2ast, D.George 14+3reb+2ast, M.Maluachx 10+6reb+4ast Mackay M.: I.White 31+6reb+6ast, D.Jean-Baptiste 20+12reb, T.Williams 12+6reb+2ast, S.Temara 9+2reb, M.Kye 7+1reb+1ast, B.Rasmussen 4+7reb+2ast Group NBL1 SouthHobart C. - Geelong S. 64-79There was a minor upset in Hobart where one of their biggest challengers Chargers (5-4) were defeated by thirteenth ranked Geelong Supercats (5-4) 79-64 on Friday. Forward George Blagojevic (203-1997, college: Hartford) fired a double-double by scoring 20 points and 18 rebounds for the winners. Guard Gabe Hadley (193-1998) chipped in 22 points and 5 assists. Four Geelong Supercats players scored in double figures. The former international swingman Sam McDaniel (198-1995, college: ULM) produced 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Jarred Bairstow (201-1992, college: UCO) added 13 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Chargers' coach rotated twelve players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Geelong Supercats have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 4 other teams including defeated Chargers. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Geelong S.: H.Gabe 22+5ast, G.Blagojevic 20+18reb, N.Velasquez 15+2ast, D.Gatlin 14+8reb+1ast, H.Liam 7+5reb+1ast, M.Hicks 1+7reb+2ast Hobart C.: S.McDaniel 23+5reb+4ast, R.Jacob 13+4reb, J.Bairstow 13+9reb+2ast, F.Will 5+2reb, W.Jordan 3, R.Phoenix 3+1reb Mt Gambier - Waverley F. 71-77 There was a surprise result in Mt Gambier where fourteenth ranked Waverley Falcons (4-5) beat top-ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (6-3) 77-71 on Friday. Waverley Falcons dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Mount Gambier Pioneers' 36. They outrebounded Mount Gambier Pioneers 50-39 including 41 on the defensive glass. Guard Dexter Kernich-Drew (199-1991, college: WSU) fired 21 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. American forward Dillon Stith (201-1992, college: St.Vincent) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds. The former international swingman Nick Marshall (196-1999, college: Clarke) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and American forward Leonard Harper-Baker (196-1996, college: Southern Miss) added 11 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Mount Gambier Pioneers players scored in double figures. Waverley Falcons have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 4 other teams. Mount Gambier Pioneers lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth position with three games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Waverley Falcons will meet at home Dandenong Rangers (#19) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Mount Gambier Pioneers will have a break next round. Top scorers: Waverley F.: D.Kernich-Drew 21+8reb+5ast, D.Stith 18+13reb, T.Forsyth 15+13reb+1ast, B.Lewis 9+5reb+2ast, M.Harper 6+6reb+1ast, J.Heath 4+2reb+2ast Mt Gambier: N.Marshall 19+11reb+5ast, M.Dylan 13+1reb, L.Harper-Baker 11+9reb, J.Pesava 11+5reb+1ast, A.Shelley 6+4reb+2ast, D.Wit Kane 6+4reb+2ast Sandringham S. - Keilor T. 125-89 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 9th ranked Thunder's (4-4) road loss to eighth ranked Sabres (6-4) 89-125 on Saturday. Sabres outrebounded Thunder 46-25 including a 38-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 17 long-distance shots on high 58.6 percentage. Guard Ben Ayre (188-1995, college: Newman, agency: ProMondo Sports) fired 30 points and 6 rebounds (made all of his nine free throws !!!) for the winners. The former international forward Dane Pineau (206-1994, college: St.Mary's, CA) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds. Sabres' coach Rhys Carter felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Robbie Heath (190-1998, college: Pepperdine) produced 24 points and 6 rebounds and power forward Oliver Hayes-Brown (208-2000, college: UC Riverside) added 19 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Sabres moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Thunder dropped to the eleventh position with four games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Sandringham S.: B.Ayre 30+6reb+1ast, B.Campbell 21+2reb+3ast, D.Pineau 17+11reb+1ast, N.Gabsch 15+3reb, C.Asuncion-Byrd 11+2reb+2ast, K.Tom 8+8reb+1ast Keilor T.: R.Heath 24+6reb, Z.Triplett 21+2reb, O.Hayes-Brown 19+6reb+1ast, W.Jenkins III 11+3reb+2ast, R.Lewis 5+2reb, B.Cruz 4+1reb+1ast Ballarat M. - Knox R. 92-99 No shocking result in a game in Wendouree where fifth ranked Knox Raiders (7-3) won against 7th ranked Ballarat Miners (5-5) 99-92 on Saturday. Knox Raiders made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. American Wayne Stewart Jr (201, college: A&M-Commerce) fired a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 13 rebounds for the winners. Guard Bailey Nunn (-2004) chipped in 26 points. Knox Raiders' coach Matthew Nunn used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American power forward Tyler Rudolph (198-1996, college: Minot St.) produced a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds and naturalized Greek swingman Nicolas Pozoglou (196-1996, agency: Diamond Sports) added 18 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Five Ballarat Miners players scored in double figures. Knox Raiders have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Ballarat Miners lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with five games lost. They share it with Illawarra H. 2 and SD Spartans. Knox Raiders will meet Tigers (#14) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Ballarat Miners will have a break next round. Top scorers: Knox R.: W.Stewart Jr 34+13reb+2ast, N.Bailey 26+3ast, R.Austin 7+4reb+1ast, M.Peatling 7+4reb, M.Akec 7+4reb+2ast, D.Hare 6+2reb+1ast Ballarat M.: T.Rudolph 28+11reb+3ast, R.Ned 21+3reb+2ast, N.Pozoglou 18+13reb+5ast, D.Zachery 14+1reb+2ast, A.Thoseby 11+3reb+2ast, D.Jack 0 Casey C. - Nunawading S. 72-87 Very expected game in Cranbourne where 18th ranked Cavaliers (2-8) were defeated by fifth ranked Spectres (6-3) 87-72 on Saturday. American swingman Jalen Gibbs (190-1999, college: JSU) fired 29 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. The other American import forward Will Carius (201, college: W.Illinois) chipped in 24 points and 5 rebounds (made all of his seven free throws). American-Kenyan forward Preston Bungei (198-1995, college: Norfolk St.) produced 20 points and 9 rebounds and Senegalese center Sidy Djitte (208-1994, college: Clemson, agency: Helping Ballers) added 15 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Spectres moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Cavaliers lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with eight games lost. They share it with Bankstown B. and C.District L.. Spectres will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Cavaliers will play against the league's leader Frankston Blues (#1) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Nunawading S.: J.Gibbs 29+7reb+1ast, W.Carius 24+5reb+2ast, J.Geer 13+4reb+2ast, K.Box 8+3reb+1ast, T.Nicolas 7+4reb, D.Baxter 2+3reb Casey C.: P.Bungei 20+9reb+3ast, S.Djitte 15+9reb, S.Biernacki 10+1reb+2ast, M.Perry 8+4reb+3ast, H.Marks 5+5reb+2ast, D.Baker 5+2reb+1ast Kilsyth C. - Diamond V.E. 80-89 Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked Diamond Valley Eagles and 11th ranked Kilsyth Cobras had identical 4-4 record. But Kilsyth Cobras were not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Greensborough 89-80 on Saturday night. Diamond Valley Eagles dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Kilsyth Cobras' 30. Naturalized Sudanese forward Ngor Manyang (200-1993) fired 26 points and 9 rebounds (perfect from downtown making all six shots !!!) for the winners. Forward BJ Symons (-1998) chipped in 15 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Jamie Ahale (196-1999, college: UIC) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds and swingman Benjamin Ursich (196-1996, college: Augusta) added 19 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Diamond Valley Eagles (5-4) moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Kilsyth Cobras lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with five games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Diamond V.E.: N.Manyang 26+9reb+1ast, S.BJ 15+9reb+1ast, M.Worthy 14+4reb+1ast, K.Erik 8+2reb+3ast, B.Allen 8+5reb+3ast, J.Perry 6+9reb+1ast Kilsyth C.: B.Ursich 19+6reb, J.Ahale 18+10reb+1ast, A.Tomada 17+5reb+1ast, H.MacDonald 8+9reb+1ast, T.Lang 7+8reb+1ast, M.Dielemans 7+6ast NW Tasmania - Geelong S. 72-98 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 14th ranked NW Tasmania Thunder's (3-6) home loss to thirteenth ranked Geelong Supercats (5-4) 72-98 on Saturday. American guard Demarcus Gatlin (193-1992, college: SHSU, agency: IceBasket) fired 21 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. Guard Gabe Hadley (193-1998) chipped in 32 points. American swingman Sekou Sylla (196, college: Towson) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds and guard Tre Armstrong (193-2000, college: CBU) added 10 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. NW Tasmania Thunder's coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Geelong Supercats have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser NW Tasmania Thunder dropped to the thirteenth position with six 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: Geelong S.: H.Gabe 32+1reb+1ast, N.Velasquez 23+5reb+2ast, D.Gatlin 21+8reb+5ast, C.Blythe 7+5reb, H.Liam 6+5reb+4ast, M.Hicks 3+6reb+2ast NW Tasmania: S.Sylla 21+10reb+1ast, T.Armstrong 10+5reb+2ast, B.Woolley 10+2reb, J.Chilcott 9+1ast, V.Daniels 8+1reb+1ast, V.Jois 6+4reb+1ast Bendigo B. - Dandenong R. 89-85 The game between closely ranked teams ended with eighteenth ranked Bendigo Braves' (3-6) home victory over 19th ranked Dandenong Rangers (2-9) 89-85 on Saturday. Bendigo Braves looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Guard Luke Rosendale (-2001) fired 18 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners. Naturalized South Sudanese forward Lat Mayen (206-1998, college: Nebraska) chipped in 17 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Point guard Jesse Ghee (183-1995, college: Fullerton JC) produced 28 points and 9 rebounds and power forward Deng Puoch (203-1999) added 17 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Bendigo Braves and four Dandenong Rangers players scored in double figures. Bendigo Braves moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Dandenong Rangers lost eighth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with nine games lost. They share it with Blackburn V.. Bendigo Braves will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Dandenong Rangers will play against Waverley Falcons (#13) in Mount Waverley and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Bendigo B.: B.Johnson 19+2reb+5ast, R.Luke 18+9reb+9ast, L.Mayen 17+7reb+5ast, S.Billy 12+7reb, C.Jones 11+9reb+2ast, M.Dylan 9+1reb+1ast Dandenong R.: J.Ghee 28+9reb+2ast, P.Deng 17+12reb+2ast, J.Roberts 13+3reb+5ast, J.Eyman 10+8reb+2ast, E.Lawson 9+4reb, B.Harrison 4+1reb Eltham W. - Melbourne T. 100-91 There was no surprise when 13th ranked Tigers (4-6) were defeated on the road by second ranked Eltham Wildcats (7-2) 100-91 on Saturday. Eltham Wildcats made 26-of-30 free shots (86.7 percent) during the game, while Tigers only scored six points from the stripe. Eltham Wildcats looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The former international guard Angus Glover (192-1998) fired 31 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Guard Owen Foxwell (187-2003, agency: ProMondo Sports) chipped in 25 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Forward Jack Purchase (203-1995, college: Hawaii) produced 31 points and 5 rebounds and guard Taj Chehhal (188-2001) added 18 points respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Eltham Wildcats keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Tigers dropped to the eleventh place with six games lost. They share the position with Maitland M.. Eltham Wildcats will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tigers will play against Knox Raiders (#3) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Eltham W.: A.Glover 31+5reb+3ast, F.Owen 25+7reb+7ast, C.Dalton 19+3reb+3ast, J.Sykes 17+9reb+1ast, S.Short 4+9reb+8ast, O.Magbegor 4+1reb Melbourne T.: J.Purchase 31+5reb+2ast, C.Taj 18+3reb+3ast, M.Wearne 14+3reb+2ast, M.Gaze 14+6reb+3ast, M.Callan 6+8reb+8ast, R.Simankevicius 5+1reb Ringwood H. - Frankston B. 81-88 No shocking result in a game in Heathmont where second ranked Frankston Blues (8-2) won against 15th ranked Ringwood Hawks (3-6) 88-81 on Saturday. Frankston Blues outrebounded Ringwood Hawks 45-32 including a 39-28 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Point guard Lucas Barker (183-1993, college: Indianapolis) fired a double-double by scoring 15 points, 6 rebounds and 13 assists for the winners. The former international swingman Brad Newley (198-1985) chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds. American guard Jonathan Lawton (188-1996, college: FSC, agency: IceBasket) produced 25 points and 4 assists and his fellow American import forward Kyle Daggett (198-1999, college: Shepherd) added 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Five Frankston Blues and four Ringwood Hawks players scored in double figures. Ringwood Hawks' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Frankston Blues have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Hume City B. Loser Ringwood Hawks dropped to the thirteenth place with six games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Frankston Blues will meet Cavaliers (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Ringwood Hawks will have a break next round. Top scorers: Frankston B.: B.Newley 22+8reb+2ast, D.Trist 16+11reb+4ast, L.Barker 15+6reb+13ast, I.Hadziomerovic 13+8reb+4ast, L.Barker 11+3reb+3ast, J.Evans 6+1reb Ringwood H.: J.Lawton 25+3reb+4ast, K.Daggett 15+9reb+4ast, M.Fennell 13+7reb+1ast, L.Shelley 10+2reb+1ast, S.Harrison 5+2reb+1ast, A.Sturt 4+2reb+2ast Group NBL1 WestCockburn C. - SW Slammers 125-87The game between closely ranked teams ended with 12th ranked Slammers' (1-8) road loss to eleventh ranked Cougars (2-6) 87-125 on Friday. Cougars dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Slammers' 44. Cougars had a 35-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 52.2 percentage. Cougars looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. American forward Courtney Alexander (203-1997, college: Tenn Tech) fired a double-double by scoring 30 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Guard Josh Hunt (194-2002) chipped in 17 points and 5 assists. Five Cougars players scored in double figures. Canadian forward Ben Stevens (206, college: Laurier) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and American swingman Buay Tuach (198-1995, college: LMU, agency: Haylett Sports) added 20 points and 6 assists respectively for lost side. 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. Cougars maintains eleventh position with 2-6 record, which they share with RedCity R. Slammers lost seventh consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth place with eight games lost. They share the position with East Perth E. and Western PS. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Cockburn C.: C.Alexander 30+12reb+5ast, H.Josh 17+1reb+5ast, P.Keegan 12+6reb+2ast, T.Benning 11+3reb+3ast, L.Phillips 11+3reb+1ast, G.Field 11+3reb+2ast SW Slammers: B.Tuach 20+3reb+6ast, B.Stevens 15+10reb+4ast, M.Wugol 14+2reb+3ast, C.Xavier 9+5reb+1ast, M.Cooper 8+1reb+1ast, I.Alastair 5+2reb+2ast Perry Lakes H. - Lakeside L. 86-79 Very predictable result in Floreat where second ranked Hawks (9-2) defeated 9th ranked Lightning (3-7) 86-79 on Friday. Hawks looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Lightning's players. Guard Mitchell Clarke (186-1999) fired 19 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners. American forward Daniel Alexander (206-1991, college: GCU, agency: Haylett Sports) chipped in 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Hayden Brown (196-1998, college: S.Carolina) produced 30 points and forward Joshua Davey (198-2000, college: LCU) added 11 points and 15 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Hawks have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Norths B. Lightning lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Eastern M. and Cent.Coast C.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Perry Lakes H.: M.Clarke 19+5reb+9ast, B.Purser 15+4reb+6ast, D.Alexander 14+7reb+4ast, A.Ferguson 12+7reb+1ast, M.Leary 10+4reb+1ast, L.Thomas 7+7reb+3ast Lakeside L.: H.Brown 30+3reb+3ast, R.Mackenzie 15+7reb+1ast, J.Davey 11+15reb+2ast, K.Armour 11+1reb+4ast, M.Richards 5, D.Green 4+6reb+1ast Geraldton B. - Willetton T. 120-98 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Wonthella where one of their biggest challengers Tigers (6-3) were rolled over by fifth ranked Buccaneers (6-3) 120-98 on Saturday. Buccaneers looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Swingman Aaron Ralph (200-1989) fired 24 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Forward Isaac Gattorna-Hargrave (201-1999, agency: ProMondo Sports) chipped in 24 points. Center Gorjok Gak (211-1996, college: CBU) produced a double-double by scoring 22 points and 16 rebounds and American guard Darnell Hoskins Jr (180, college: SVSU) added 31 points respectively for lost side. Five Buccaneers and four Tigers players scored in double figures. 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. Buccaneers moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 7 other teams including defeated Tigers. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Geraldton B.: A.Ralph 24+6reb, I.Gattorna-Hargrave 24+3reb+2ast, N.Johny 18+4reb+4ast, S.Stewart 15+4reb+4ast, M.Meunier 10+1reb+7ast, L.Hunt 10+10reb+2ast Willetton T.: D.Hoskins Jr. 31+1reb+2ast, G.Gak 22+16reb+3ast, D.Scott 15+6reb+2ast, M.Vigor 13+2reb, G.Thomas 8+1reb, B.Jeremy 4+1reb SW Slammers - East Perth E. 75-103 There was a small surprise in Bunbury where fourteenth ranked Eagles (1-8) outscored 12th ranked Slammers (1-8) 103-75 on Saturday. Eagles dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Slammers' 42. Power forward Sebit Reath (208-1998, college: Lee JC) fired a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds for the winners. American guard Taylor Young (190-1990, college: WPU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. American swingman Buay Tuach (198-1995, college: LMU, agency: Haylett Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 rebounds and Canadian forward Ben Stevens (206, college: Laurier) added 16 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. 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. Eagles left bottom position moving up to tenth place, which they share with SW Slammers and Western PS. It was Slammers' seventh loss in a row. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: East Perth E.: S.Reath 34+14reb+1ast, T.Young 22+10reb+4ast, L.Roberts 17+8reb+2ast, A.Jarrad 9+9reb+2ast, F.Nicolas 9+1reb+2ast, N.Hightower 5+3reb SW Slammers: B.Tuach 26+10reb+2ast, B.Stevens 16+12reb+1ast, M.Wugol 14+1reb+1ast, C.Xavier 9+2reb+3ast, K.Pharell 4+4reb+4ast, C.Weeden 2+5reb+3ast Warwick S. - Perry Lakes H. 92-74 There was an upset in Perth where much higher ranked Hawks (9-2) were defeated by eighth ranked Senators (5-3) 92-74 on Saturday. Senators looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. George Pearl fired a double-double by scoring 17 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists for the winners. The former international forward Cody Ellis (202-1990, college: St.Louis) chipped in 22 points and 5 rebounds. American forward Daniel Alexander (206-1991, college: GCU, agency: Haylett Sports) produced 15 points and 5 rebounds and the former international forward Ben Purser (200-1990, college: Augusta) added 10 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. 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. Senators moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Northside W. Loser Hawks still keep top position with two games lost. They share it with Norths B.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Warwick S.: C.Ellis 22+5reb+2ast, H.Ford 19+7reb+1ast, P.George 17+6reb+12ast, J.Thwaites 15+3reb+3ast, C.Davis 14+9reb+4ast, S.Lachlan 3 Perry Lakes H.: D.Alexander 15+5reb+1ast, F.Nicholas 13+5reb+1ast, B.Purser 10+5reb+5ast, A.Ferguson 10+3reb+1ast, M.Leary 10+3reb+1ast, L.Thomas 9+3reb+1ast Goldfields G. - Joondalup W. 100-96 There was a surprise result in Kalgoorlie where tenth ranked Giants (3-5) won against higher ranked Wanneroo (7-4) 100-96 on Saturday. Giants looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American guard Michael Dupree (185, college: Northwest) fired 32 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Swingman Jerome Reid (195-1996) chipped in 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. American forward Quintin Dove (200-1998, college: UT Martin) produced a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds and his fellow American import swingman CJ Turnage (201-1995, college: SVSU) added 24 points and 7 assists respectively for lost side. Five Giants and four Wanneroo players scored in double figures. Giants moved-up to ninth place. Loser Wanneroo keeps the third position with four games lost. They share it with Hills H. and Sutherland S.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Goldfields G.: M.Dupree 32+6reb+6ast, L.Smith 16+7reb+2ast, M.Malek 16+6reb+2ast, J.Reid 15+6reb+4ast, D.Ballantyne 15+3reb+5ast, K.Anguik 4+5reb+3ast Joondalup W.: Q.Dove 24+10reb+1ast, C.Turnage 24+3reb+7ast, M.Muo 21+11reb+2ast, J.Wellsteed 16+6reb+3ast, B.England 7+3reb+3ast, D.Collins 2+7reb Rockingham F. - Perth R. 52-79 There was an upset in Rockingham where top-ranked Flames (8-1) were crushed by sixth ranked Redbacks (6-3) 79-52 on Saturday. Redbacks forced 20 Flames turnovers. American guard Bryton Hobbs (183-1991, college: Northeastern St.) fired 33 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds for the winners. Swingman Tevin Jackson (202-1994, college: McNeese St.) chipped in 20 points and 5 rebounds. American power forward Jeremy Combs (201-1995, college: Texas Southern) produced 16 points and 8 rebounds (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!) and his fellow American import guard Devondrick Walker (196-1992, college: A&M-Commerce) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. 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. Redbacks have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Flames dropped to the second position with one game lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Perth R.: B.Hobbs 33+7reb+2ast, T.Jackson 20+5reb+1ast, S.Vaiangina 8+6reb+1ast, M.Colton 8+4reb, L.Timms 5+5reb+2ast, B.Voelkel 2+10reb+10ast Rockingham F.: J.Combs 16+8reb+1ast, D.Walker 14+5reb, T.Durnin 6+9reb, J.Beard 5+2reb, R.Godfrey 4+3reb+3ast, T.Jervis 3+12reb+1ast Kalamunda ES - Mandurah M. 94-81 Very predictable result in Kalamunda where seventh ranked Suns (6-3) defeated bottom-ranked Magic (0-7) 94-81 on Saturday. Suns looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. New Zealand guard Joe Cook-Green (185-1997, college: TxWes) fired 20 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American swingman Albert Almanza (198, college: SHSU) chipped in 23 points and 4 assists. Suns' coach let to play all 12 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward Ray Turner (206-1990, college: Texas A&M) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds and guard Kai Daniels (193, college: Regis Univ.) added 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Four Suns and five Magic players scored in double figures. Suns have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Magic still closes the standings with seven games lost. They share the position with Rockhampton R.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Kalamunda ES: A.Almanza 23+2reb+4ast, J.Cook-Green 20+7reb+4ast, S.Salinas 15+7reb+4ast, B.Dinardo 11+4reb+2ast, A.Deng 8+3reb+1ast, R.Huntington 8+4reb+2ast Mandurah M.: R.Turner 18+11reb, D.Abrom 16+3reb+7ast, C.Bobbitt 15+4reb+4ast, K.Daniels 15+9reb+4ast, I.Abergut 10+5reb+1ast, C.Kyle 4+2reb |
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Kuwait Club earned the inaugural WASL Gulf title. They knocked down Manama 95-85 in Game 2 of the Finals to conquer the trophy. Marcus Georges-Hunt (196-F-1994, college: Georgia Tech, agency: Pensack Sports) nailed 35 points, issued 7 assists and grabbed 6 rebounds to pace the winners. Kuwait sank 24 points in the first period to eke out a 2-point lead. They followed with a 23-17 run in the second term to gain an 8-point halftime lead. Manama shifted the gear in the third term pulling within a single point at the final break. But Kuwait Club unloaded 31 points in the fourth stanza to get away with the victory. Cady Lalanne (208-C-1992, college: UMass) tallied 18 points and 14 rebounds in the win. Travin Thibodeaux (203-F-1996, college: New Orleans) answered with 21 points and 10 rebounds for Al Manama.
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| Javontae Hawkins (Telekom Baskets Bonn) Knew When The Team Got Off The Plane In Malaga That They Would Be Crowned Champions - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber |
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Javontae Hawkins (196-G-1993, college: Fordham) is a 29 year old 196cm forward from Huntigton, West Virginia playing his sixth professional season and second with the Telekom Baskets Bonn after starting the season with Limoges CSP Elite (France-Betclic ELITE ProA). Last season he had his first tour of duty with Bonn averaging 15.5ppg, 3.6rpg, 1.1apg, FGP: 50.8%, 3PT: 37.3%, FT: 77.8%. In 20-21 he sat out because of injury. He played his third professional season with the HAKRO Merlins Crailsheim averaging15.9ppg, 4.5rpg, 1.4apg, FGP: 52.6%, 3PT: 36.8%, FT: 79.4%. In 2018-2019 he played with Holargos B.C. (Greece-A1) playing 29 games averaging 11.7ppg, 3.9rpg, 1.2apg, FGP: 53.4%, 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 77.5%. As a rookie he played with the Salon Vilpas Vikings (Finland-Korisliiga) playing 54 games averaging 14.3ppg, 5.1rpg, 1.1apg, FGP: 54.9%, 3PT: 40.6%, FT: 79.9%. He played NCAA basketball at three schools with S Florida from 2012-2014 playing 54 NCAA games, then had his break out season with Eastern Kentucky (NCAA) playing 30 games averaging 17.0ppg, 4.8rpg, 2.1apg, FGP: 56.4%, 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 76.5% and finished at Fordham (NCAA) playing 31 games averaging 14.0ppg, 4.9rpg, 1.0spg, FGP: 46.5%, 3PT: 35.2%, FT: 84.3%. He spoke to eurobasket after winning the 2023 Basketball Champions League. You reached the Finish final in 2018 as a rookie and 5 years later you need just a little more than 2 months to win your first chip. How crazy is that? It's amazing. Man I can't do nothing but be thankful to God right now. Incredible feeling! Congrats on winning the Basketball Champions League title. Has it sunk in yet? How does your body feel in general when you're a champion? Thank you! No it hasn't sunk in yet. It's still an unreal feeling. Like I haven't took my medal off yet. It feels great to win my first ever championship. I'm grateful! Talk a little about the 15 hours between hearing the siren and landing in Bonn. How long did you sleep? I didn't sleep much at all. We were soaking in the moment. After the thrilling win over Malaga how sure were you and the team about winning it all? Despite the valiant effort by Hapoel Jerusalem, was the Malaga the secret final game? I felt from when we first stepped off the plane in Malaga that we were going to be crowned champions. Coach Iisalo always tells us 'Find a way to win' we put in so much work and humbling speaking we have more harder practices than hard games. The final against Hapoel was another great game. In the first half Bonn as usual played their feisty defense allowing only 7 points. But in the second and third quarters Bonn allowed a total of 47 points. What adjustments did the opponent make in that phase? I just felt we missed some key assignments starting with myself, I had some plays on defense where I could've did a lot better and also the offensive rebounding from Hapoel was crucial. They're a great team. What did head coach Tuomas Iisalo tell the team going into the fourth quarter. What adjustments did you make on the defensive end? We didn't make any adjustments we just did what we were supposed to do and that's simply defend the way we do. I personally saw Malaga as a lot stronger roster wise than Hapoel, but they gave all they had. How annoying was this team? What was key at the end was key team wise for getting the win? I think it was tough guarding a lot of iso guys on 1 team. They had 3-4 iso guys on 1 team so it's not easy but then again it works in our favor because iso basketball is easier to defend than tactical basketball. Levi Randolph gave a spirited scoring battle with TJ Shorts. How menacing was he and what can one appreciate most from his game as a player? He's an elite scorer he has a high motor as well. Great player in my eyes. TJ Shorts deserved the MVP award with 29 points and carried the team whenever he needed it. Does he secretly have a Super man cape under his jersey? He definitely deserves MVP and has been consistent all year like none other. I believe he's the heart and soul of the team and no one carries a team by himself we all have roles that help accommodate the team for a common team goal. And we did that! You had a 7-1 record in your BCL season. How satisfied are you with your own game coming in and playing your role and helping win a title? I'm very satisfied because I learned a lot playing a different more leadership/energetic role. People often looked at me as just a guy who can score but I think I showed I have an all around game upon my arrival back in Bonn In the 2019-2020 season one already got a sense of what Tuomas Iisalo was capable of doing as he led the Hakro Merlins on an incredible season. Did it ever occur or dawn on you in that season that coach would win a title in the next years? Of course. I believe that season was the start to it all. The players he had that year set the tone for the future teams he will continue to have. I often think on that season a lot because we were on to something special but to fast forward to now I think so many people see how great of a coach he is. The season isn't over as you began the playoffs in 24 hours. How beneficial will this title be mentally for the team as it begins it's quest to win it's second season title? It simply brings momentum and swagger The Niners played the Telekom Baskets Bonn tough and like every team will be gunning for you. What will be key in getting the series win? Sticking to our identity. And focusing on us. What are your predictions Lakers-Nuggets and Celtics-Heat and who will win it all? Nuggets, Celtics and I'd say Nuggets or Celtics in 7. Thanks Javontae for the chat. |
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Finals MVP:  TJ Shorts (175-PG-1997) of BonnPlayer of the Year: TJ Shorts (175-PG-1997) of BonnBest Young Player:  Sadik Kabaca (208-PF-2000) of GalatasarayCoach of the Year: Tuomas Iisalo of Bonn
First Team  Marcelinho Huertas (191-PG-1983) of Tenerife TJ Shorts (175-PG-1997) of Bonn Dario Brizuela (188-G-1994) of Unicaja Akil Mitchell (206-C-1992) of Humacao Zachary Hankins (211-C-1996) of H.Jerusalem
Second Team Marcus Foster (191-G-1995) of Rytas Kendrick Perry (183-PG-1992) of Unicaja DeAndre Lansdowne (188-G-1989) of Strasbourg Levi Randolph (196-G/F-1992) of H.Jerusalem Giorgi Shermadini (217-C-1989) of Tenerife |
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| Pro Basketball League Round 3 of Semi-Finals. Victories for Antwerp and Oostende - by Eurobasket News |
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Antwerp - Limburg 89-74 Antwerp Giants shot the lights out from three sinking 15 long-distance shots on high 51.7 percentage. The best player for the winners was German Ferdinand Zylka (191-1998) who scored 25 points. American forward Reggie Upshaw Jr (203-1995, college: MTSU) chipped in 10 points and 7 rebounds. Four Antwerp Giants players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Alex Stein (191-1997, college: S.Indiana) who recorded 13 points and the other American import swingman Myles Cale (198-1999, college: Seton Hall) added 10 points respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Antwerp: F.Zylka 25+2ast, D.Ridder Thijs 11+3reb+2ast, R.Upshaw Jr. 10+7reb+2ast, J.Mwema 10+2reb+2ast, S.Quinten 9+2reb, B.Anderson 9+1reb+3ast Limburg: A.Stein 13+2reb+1ast, Y.Desiron 10+5reb, M.Cale 10+4reb+1ast, L.Jarne 9+2ast, J.Delalieux 9+2reb+1ast, A.Lambot 8+3reb+1ast Oostende - Mechelen 84-74 Oostende dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Kangoeroes' 20 and made 22-of-24 charity shots (91.7 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Kangoeroes 42-19 including a 31-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. Oostende players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Kangoeroes' players. It was a good game for Serbian power forward Nikola Jovanovic (211-1994, college: USC) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). The former international Pierre-Antoine Gillet (201-1991) contributed with 16 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Four Oostende players scored in double figures. Guard Jo Van Buggenhout (180-2003) answered with 19 points and 4 steals and the former international point guard Domien Loubry (186-1985) added 9 points and 5 assists in the effort for Kangoeroes. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Top scorers: Oostende: N.Jovanovic 21+12reb+4ast, P.Gillet 16+5reb+1ast, B.Tyree 15+5reb+2ast, T.Thurman 10+1reb, O.Troisfontaines 10+5reb+2ast, D.Djordjevic 6+4reb+3ast Mechelen: V.Buggenhout Jo 19+1reb, J.Foerts 11+1ast, L.Kotrulja 10, D.Loubry 9+2reb+5ast, M.Palinckx 9+6reb, J.Harris 7+1reb |
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| BEBL Round 11: Hurricanes lose to Red Taigaz - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Round 11 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Hurricanes (8-2). They were defeated by seventh ranked Red Taigaz (5-8) 102-95 on Friday night. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Hurricanes. Red Taigaz shot the lights out from three sinking 18 long-distance shots on high 56.3 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for the former international Stephen Williams (188-1983) who led his team to a victory scoring 35 points (!!!). Forward Brandon Flowers (196-1995) helped adding 20 points and 12 rebounds. American point guard Tyrie Orosco (196, college: Cent.Penn) responded with a double-double by scoring 32 points and 13 rebounds. Red Taigaz moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Western Ballaz. Hurricanes at the other side dropped to the third position with two games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Running Rebels. Very significant was Tiger Sharks' (#4) 79-71 road victory against 5th ranked Defenders. It was an exceptional evening for American swingman Kyle Steward (201-1995, college: UMKC) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. Jamaal Clifton accounted for 15 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Treandus Branch came up with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 19 rebounds for Defenders in the defeat. Tiger Sharks maintains fourth place with 7-5 record. Defending champion Defenders keep the fifth position with six games lost. The game in San Ignacio supposed to be also quite interesting. Third ranked Dream Ballers (9-4) played at the court of 6th ranked Western Ballaz (5-8). Dream Ballers smashed Western Ballaz 113-71 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Delvon Henderson who had a triple-double by scoring 18 points, 20 rebounds and 10 blocks. Darnell Oden produced 16 points and 8 rebounds for the hosts. Dream Ballers keep a position of league leader, which they share with Running Rebels. Loser Western Ballaz keeps the sixth place with eight games lost. They share the position with Red Taigaz. In the last game of round 11 Running Rebels destroyed Panthers on the opponent's court 122-62. The most impressive stats of the last round was 22 points and 9 rebounds by Kurt Burgess of Running Rebels.
Defenders - Tiger Sharks 71-79 Very significant was Tiger Sharks' (#4) 79-71 road victory against 5th ranked Defenders. Tiger Sharks forced 24 Defenders turnovers. Defenders were plagued by 31 personal fouls down the stretch. It was an exceptional evening for American swingman Kyle Steward (201-1995, college: UMKC) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. His fellow American import power forward Jamaal Clifton (198, college: Langston) accounted for 15 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. Four Tiger Sharks players scored in double figures. Guard Treandus Branch came up with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 19 rebounds and American point guard Lorenzo Dillard (189-1995, college: Dillard) added 17 points and 7 assists respectively for Defenders in the defeat. Tiger Sharks maintains fourth place with 7-5 record. Defending champion Defenders keep the fifth position with six games lost. Top scorers: Defenders: L.Dillard 17+1reb+7ast, N.Jones 14+4reb+1ast, B.Treandus 11+19reb+1ast, M.Tzul 9+1reb, F.Bradley Jr. 9+6reb+1ast, F.Louriano 7+5reb Tiger Sharks: K.Steward 21+10reb+1ast, J.Clifton 15+9reb+3ast, J.Wright 14+2reb+1ast, F.Arana 10+2reb+4ast, K.Young 7+6reb+1ast, K.John 6+2reb Red Taigaz - Hurricanes 102-95 Round 11 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Hurricanes (8-2). They were defeated by seventh ranked Red Taigaz (5-8) 102-95 on Friday night. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Hurricanes. Red Taigaz shot the lights out from three sinking 18 long-distance shots on high 56.3 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for the former international Stephen Williams (188-1983) who led his team to a victory scoring 35 points (!!!). Forward Brandon Flowers (196-1995) helped adding 20 points and 12 rebounds. American point guard Tyrie Orosco (196, college: Cent.Penn) responded with a double-double by scoring 32 points and 13 rebounds and the other American import point guard Kris Frazier (201, college: Peru St.) produced a double-double by scoring 23 points and 16 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Red Taigaz moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Western Ballaz. Hurricanes at the other side dropped to the third position with two games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Running Rebels. Top scorers: Hurricanes: T.Orosco 32+13reb, K.Frazier 23+16reb+1ast, G.Lopez 21+5reb+7ast, S.Kirk 12+6reb+1ast, M.C 5+7reb, L.Lopez 2+4reb+6ast Red Taigaz: S.Williams 35+2reb+1ast, B.Flowers 20+12reb, B.Page 16+7reb+4ast, J.Toney 16+6reb+9ast, J.McKenzie 5+4reb+3ast, L.Jayden 4+8reb+1ast Western Ballaz - Dream Ballers 71-113 The game in San Ignacio supposed to be also quite interesting. Third ranked Dream Ballers (9-4) played at the court of 6th ranked Western Ballaz (5-8). Dream Ballers smashed Western Ballaz 113-71 on Saturday. They outrebounded Western Ballaz 64-32 including a 24-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. Dream Ballers looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Western Ballaz's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Dream Ballers made 12 blocks. The best player for the winners was Delvon Henderson (200-1991) who had a triple-double by scoring 18 points, 20 rebounds and 10 blocks. Naturalized American guard DVon Campbell (185-1992, college: Campbellsville) chipped in 20 points and 6 assists. Forward Darnell Oden produced 16 points and 8 rebounds and forward Elvis Usher added 11 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Five Dream Ballers and four Western Ballaz players scored in double figures. Dream Ballers keep a position of league leader, which they share with Running Rebels. Loser Western Ballaz keeps the sixth place with eight games lost. They share the position with Red Taigaz. Top scorers: Western Ballaz: D.Oden 16+8reb, J.Cutto Bermudez 13+2reb+1ast, K.Molina 12+3reb+2ast, E.Usher 11+7reb+2ast, A.Aaron 9+2reb+1ast, C.Ryan 7+5reb+4ast Dream Ballers: D.Campbell 20+3reb+6ast, H.Delvon 18+20reb+2ast, N.Casimiro 16+4reb+2ast, J.Velasquez 14+5reb+3ast, M.Jaheem 12+7reb, C.Jahiem 11+9reb+2ast Panthers - Running Rebels 62-122 Very expected game in Punta Gorda where 8th ranked Panthers (1-13) were crushed by second ranked Running Rebels (9-4) 122-62 on Saturday. Running Rebels dominated down low during the game scoring 86 of its points in the paint compared to Panthers' 46. Running Rebels forced 27 Panthers turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Panthers' players. The best player for the winners was the former international center Kurt Burgess (196-1982) who scored 22 points and 9 rebounds (perfect from the field making all ten shots !!!). The former international Tyrone Hall (190-1990, college: Queens, NY) chipped in 14 points, 9 rebounds, 8 assists and 5 steals. Guard Chance Leslie produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 14 rebounds and American swingman Marquies Williams (193, college: LA Trade Tech) added 11 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the hosts. Five Running Rebels and four Panthers players scored in double figures. Running Rebels have a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Dream Ballers. Panthers lost tenth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 13 games lost. Top scorers: Panthers: B.Eugene 16+4reb, L.Chance 13+14reb, P.Camron 12+6reb, M.Williams 11+7reb+5ast, D.Lucario 4+6reb+2ast, E.Ariola 4+5reb Running Rebels: K.Burgess 22+9reb+1ast, J.Stanback 19+4reb+4ast, T.Hall 14+9reb+8ast, S.White 14+5reb+2ast, B.Hudson 13+2reb+1ast, F.Greg 12+5reb+1ast |
| Belizean BEBL round 11 best performance: Delvon Henderson - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Power forward Delvon Henderson (200-PF-1991) had an amazing evening in the last round for second-ranked Dream Ballers, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 11. The 31-year old player had a double-double of 18 points and 20 rebounds, while his team outclassed Western Ballaz (#7, 5-8) with 42-point margin 113-71. Dream Ballers is placed at 2nd position in Belizean BEBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Dream Ballers will need more victories to improve their 9-4 record. In the team's last game Henderson had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Dream Ballers, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Delvon Henderson has solid league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (5th best: 10.2rpg) and averages impressive 3.7bpg and 54.3% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was American Kris Frazier (201-PG) of Hurricanes. Frazier had a very good evening with a double-double of 23 points and 16 rebounds. Bad luck as Hurricanes lost that game 95-102 to the lower-ranked Red Taigaz (#6, 5-8). This loss caused Hurricanes to drop to 3rd position in the standings. It was just his team's 2nd loss this season, while they won 8 other games. Frazier is one of the most experienced players at Hurricanes and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third on the list of top players last round was international center Kurt Burgess (196-C-1982) of league's top team Running Rebels. Burgess scored 22 points and grabbed nine rebounds. He was a key player of Running Rebels, leading his team to a 122-62 easy win against the lower-ranked Panthers (#8, 1-13). Running Rebels confirms their top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 9 victories and 4 lost games. Burgess has a very solid season. In 13 games in Belize he scored 4.8ppg. He also has 6.6rpg and FGP: 52.5%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Tyrie Orosco (196-PG) of Hurricanes - 32 points and 13 rebounds 5. Stephen Williams (188-SF-1983) of Red Taigaz - 35 points and 2 rebounds 6. Glency Lopez (180-G-1997) of Hurricanes - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists 7. Tyrone Hall (190-SG-1990) of Running Rebels - 14 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists 8. Brandon Flowers (196-F-1995) of Red Taigaz - 20 points and 12 rebounds 9. D'Von Campbell (185-G-1992) of Dream Ballers - 20 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists 10. Ben Page (198-F) of Red Taigaz - 16 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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| BBL Division A Round 2 of Semi-Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Akademik PL 2 - Mambas 65-89 Mambas held Akademik PL 2 to an opponent 24.2 percent shooting from the field compared to 42.3 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Akademik PL 2 66-45 including a 50-32 advantage in defensive rebounds. Guard Iliyan Stavrev (190-1984) notched a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort and naturalized Syrian power forward Haydar Barakat (196-1999) supported him with 14 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists. Even a double-double of 14 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists by guard Krastomir Mihov (193-2004, agency: BIG) did not help to save the game for Akademik PL 2. Point guard Aleksandar Yazadjiev (178-2006) added 12 points and 7 rebounds for the hosts. Akademik PL 2's coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Top scorers: Mambas: I.Stavrev 26+11reb+2ast, D.Barbov 20+7reb+4ast, H.Barakat 14+14reb+6ast, D.Dimitri 8+10reb+1ast, M.Aleks 8+5reb+2ast, S.Atanas 5 Akademik PL 2: M.Krastomir 14+11reb+5ast, K.Ioannis 12+5reb+2ast, Y.Aleksandar 12+7reb+1ast, R.Petar 9+4reb+2ast, S.Dimitar 6+2reb, G.Radi 4+2ast Group CentreChardafon - Dunav 60-65The best player for the winners was guard Teodor Trifonov (194-2006) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds. Nikolay Nikolov (201-1997) chipped in 15 points and 6 rebounds. Dunav's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Guard Antonio Stankov (189-1993) produced 16 points and 8 rebounds and Rostislav Tonchev (202-1995) added 16 points respectively for the hosts. Top scorers: Dunav: T.Teodor 15+10reb+3ast, N.Nikolov 15+6reb+1ast, K.Stoyanov 12+8reb, C.Stoyan 8+8reb+6ast, V.Antoine 6+4reb+1ast, B.Viktor 4+1reb Chardafon: R.Tonchev 16+3reb+3ast, A.Stankov 16+8reb+3ast, M.Martin 8+4reb+2ast, A.Borimir 8+8reb+2ast, M.Tonchev 4+3reb, D.Radev 3 Chavdar - Vidabasket 99-77 Chavdar outrebounded Vidabasket 51-32 including 36 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Kamen Penchev (187-2000) who scored 23 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. Swingman Radoslav Kochev (195-1995) chipped in 23 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Chavdar's coach Lachezar Dikov felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Julian Kolev (194-1980) produced 20 points and 6 assists and Nikola Emilov added 15 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the guests. Top scorers: Chavdar: R.Kochev 23+9reb+4ast, K.Penchev 23+7reb+6ast, K.Marinchevski 19+15reb, T.Ostrev 8+5reb+4ast, H.Marian 8+7reb+3ast, S.Marian 6+1reb Vidabasket: J.Kolev 20+4reb+6ast, E.Nikola 15+9reb+1ast, F.Emilov 11+6reb+3ast, M.Andrey 9+1reb+1ast, T.Kirov 8+2reb+4ast, K.Petrov 6+2reb+2ast Group EastShumen 2 - Showtime 75-93Showtime outrebounded Shumen 2 45-34 including 32 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was power forward Rostislav Aleksov (205-1991) who scored 16 points and 9 rebounds. Swingman Krasimir Dimitrov (195-1998) chipped in 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Showtime players scored in double figures. Point guard Plamen Ruskov (190-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points, 11 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals and point guard Baris Mustafa (180-2006) added 23 points respectively for the hosts. Shumen 2's coach Yanko Yankov rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Top scorers: Showtime: V.Georgiev 18+5reb+1ast, J.Sutton 18+4reb+2ast, R.Aleksov 16+9reb+2ast, K.Dimitrov 15+6reb+4ast, I.Aleksandar 10+7reb+2ast, D.Naydenov 8+4reb+3ast Shumen 2: M.Baris 23+3reb+3ast, R.Plamen 16+11reb+9ast, L.Nikola 16+3reb, J.Ivelin 8+1reb, H.Okan 5+2reb+5ast, B.Veselin 5+8reb+1ast Group SouthHebar - Vihar Aytos 83-67Hebar forced 20 Vihar Aytos turnovers. The best player for the winners was Hristo Bachkov (200-2004) who had a double-double by scoring 20 points and 19 rebounds. Swingman Berk Mehmed (199-2002) chipped in 26 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Stoyan Petkov (198-1985) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points, 18 rebounds and 7 blocks and guard Stoyan Milchev (185-1995) added 25 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. Top scorers: Hebar: M.Berk 26+6reb, B.Hristo 20+19reb+3ast, N.Nikolay 12+3reb+4ast, G.Adirkov 9+1reb+7ast, S.Vaklinov 6+8reb+1ast, Y.Arabadzhiyski 5+5reb+2ast Vihar Aytos: S.Milchev 25+5reb+2ast, S.Petkov 21+18reb+3ast, K.Koev 12+10reb+3ast, S.Aladjov 5+4reb, K.Jordan 3+1ast, Y.Vasil 1 Mambas - Haskovo 100-109 Haskovo forced 25 Mambas turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Dinko Hristov (185-2001) who scored 29 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Guard Viktor Kolyanov (187-1991) chipped in 26 points and 8 assists. Haskovo's coach Yanko Zhelev allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Guard Iliyan Stavrev (190-1984) produced a double-double by scoring 27 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and naturalized Syrian power forward Haydar Barakat (196-1999) added 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the hosts. Five Haskovo and four Mambas players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Haskovo: H.Dinko 29+5reb+6ast, V.Kolyanov 26+4reb+8ast, V.Iliev 18+5reb+3ast, I.Tonev 13+8reb+4ast, T.Zhelev 10+6reb+7ast, V.Evgeni 8+4reb Mambas: I.Stavrev 27+10reb+4ast, H.Barakat 25+9reb+5ast, D.Barbov 19+6reb+1ast, I.Krivtsov 13+9reb+2ast, P.Vladislav 7+1reb+6ast, D.Dimitri 7+3reb Vihar Aytos - Hebar 61-79 Hebar made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 23 Vihar Aytos turnovers. Strangely Vihar Aytos outrebounded Hebar 55-38 including a 24-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was guard Nikolay Ninov (188-2003) who scored 20 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 7 steals. The former international power forward Stanislav Vaklinov (207-1989, agency: BIG) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds. Four Hebar players scored in double figures. Forward Stoyan Petkov (198-1985) produced a double-double by scoring 22 points and 17 rebounds and the former international forward Konstantin Koev (196-1991) added 24 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for the hosts. Top scorers: Hebar: N.Nikolay 20+6reb+4ast, I.Metodi 16+2reb+1ast, S.Vaklinov 15+13reb+2ast, Y.Arabadzhiyski 12+8reb+3ast, T.Stanislav 8+4reb, G.Adirkov 6+1reb+3ast Vihar Aytos: K.Koev 24+7reb+6ast, S.Petkov 22+17reb+3ast, S.Aladjov 6+6reb+1ast, T.Georgiev 4+4reb, K.Jordan 3+6reb, Y.Vasil 2+4reb+4ast Group WestCSKA 2 - Minyor 2015 80-87Strangely CSKA 2 outrebounded Minyor 2015 46-34 including 21 on the offensive glass. The best player for the winners was forward Konstantin Paisiev (201-2002) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds. Forward Georgi Barzakov (204-1994) chipped in 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Minyor 2015 players scored in double figures. Guard Martin Rusev (188-2004) produced 15 points and 9 rebounds and point guard Kaloyan Kolev (-2007) added 15 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the hosts. CSKA 2's coach rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Minyor 2015: K.Paisiev 25+11reb+1ast, G.Barzakov 15+9reb+4ast, M.Dudev 14+4reb+8ast, B.Tenev 13+2reb+1ast, D.Enchev 7+3reb, N.Ivanov 7+2reb+3ast CSKA 2: K.Kaloyan 15+9reb+2ast, R.Martin 15+9reb+3ast, C.Kristiyan 12+6reb+2ast, T.Georgi 11+1reb, A.Aleksandar 8+3reb+3ast, L.Deyan 7+5reb+1ast Fab Five - Sportist Svoge 75-81 Sportist Svoge looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Guard Boris Matrakov (195-1993) scored 27 points and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American point guard Jimmie Hunt (187-1982, college: FPU, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 14 points and 10 assists during the contest. Four Sportist Svoge players scored in double figures. Swingman Kamen Atanasov (194-1994) responded with 24 points and 7 rebounds and forward Georgi Mitrovski (201-1998) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds. Top scorers: Sportist Svoge: B.Matrakov 27+5reb+2ast, T.Ivan 15+8reb+2ast, J.Hunt 14+4reb+10ast, S.Tsenov 12+8reb+1ast, D.Stoyanov 9+6reb+6ast, P.Zagorov 4+4reb Fab Five: K.Atanasov 24+7reb+1ast, M.Georgi 12+11reb+1ast, K.Krasimir 12+2reb+4ast, G.Krastev 8+7reb+4ast, S.Yanev 8+2reb+3ast, M.Aleksandar 6+2ast Sportist Svoge - Fab Five 84-76 The best player for the winners was forward Ivan Tsenov (195-1990) who scored 17 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Damyan Stoyanov (194-1993, college: Maryville, MO) chipped in 20 points and 6 rebounds. Swingman Kamen Atanasov (194-1994) produced 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Georgi Mitrovski (201-1998) added 15 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for the guests. Five Sportist Svoge and four Fab Five players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Sportist Svoge: D.Stoyanov 20+6reb, J.Hunt 19+1reb+3ast, T.Ivan 17+7reb+4ast, S.Tsenov 14+8reb+3ast, B.Matrakov 10+9reb+5ast, P.Zagorov 4+5reb+1ast Fab Five: K.Atanasov 17+8reb+4ast, M.Georgi 15+5reb+6ast, M.Gorunov 15+7reb+1ast, G.Krastev 12+7reb+5ast, D.Petkov 7+3reb+5ast, G.Hristov 6+2reb |
| NBL Round 2 of Semi-Finals. Balkan and Rilski post wins - by Eurobasket News |
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Balkan - CSKA 80-71 Balkan made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. Chilean-Spanish center Manny Suarez (208-1993, college: Creighton) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds. The former international swingman Hristo Zahariev (198-1990) contributed with 11 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Four Balkan players scored in double figures. American-Cameroonian forward Tamenang Choh (196-1998, college: Brown) replied with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and naturalized American guard Brandon Young (192-1991, college: DePaul, agency: BIG) added 16 points and 4 assists in the effort for CSKA. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Balkan: M.Suarez 22+11reb+2ast, N.Diplaros 14+3reb+2ast, P.Ivanov 13+1reb+4ast, H.Zahariev 11+9reb+4ast, D.Adel 9+6reb+1ast, P.Jackson 4+3ast CSKA: T.Choh 19+12reb+2ast, B.Young 16+3reb+4ast, A.Simeonov 14+5reb, M.Damyan 7+2reb+2ast, A.Ivanov 6+4reb+1ast, M.Sotirov 4+5reb Rilski - Chernomorets 82-75 Rilski outrebounded Chernomorets 46-26 including a 15-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. The former international forward Yordan Minchev (202-1998) had a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and the former international Chavdar Kostov (196-1988, agency: BIG) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Four Rilski players scored in double figures. The former international forward Georgi Boyanov (201-1993, college: USA) responded with 30 points and 7 rebounds and the former international power forward Simeon Lepichev (207-1995, college: FAU, agency: Helping Ballers) scored 11 points and 8 rebounds. Top scorers: Rilski: Y.Minchev 26+11reb, C.Kostov 16+8reb+3ast, B.Randolph 13+7reb+2ast, D.Wiggins 12+12reb+2ast, A.Georgiev 6+3reb+8ast, E.Battey 5+1ast Chernomorets: G.Boyanov 30+7reb+1ast, J.Tucker 15+1reb+2ast, S.Lepichev 11+8reb+1ast, B.Nze 8+4reb+5ast, M.Mawien 6+3reb, N.Titkov 5+3ast |
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| Cambodia defeat Thailand, 76-66 - by Eurobasket News |
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Undefeated host Cambodia defeated Thailand, 76-66 in the knockout semifinal of the Men's Basketball 5x5 event in the 2023 SEA Games on Monday, May 15 at the Morodok Techno National Stadium in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Naturalized player Brandon Peterson (203-C/F-1990, college: Arkansas St., agency: Diamond Sports) led Cambodia with game-high 24 points on 10-of-16 shooting along with 8 rebounds and 3 assists. Dwayne Morgan (202-F-1996, college: SUU) finished with a double-double of 14 points, 13 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals and a block. Sayeed Pridgett (196-G-1998, college: Montana, agency: Diamond Sports) added 14 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 3 steals while Darrin Dorsey (188-PG-1987, college: DWU, agency: Diamond Sports) scored 13 points (3/7 3pts), to go with 5 rebound, 2 assists and a steal. Cambodia advances to the gold medal match tomorrow, May 16 against the Philippines at 4:00PM. On the other semifinal match, Gilas Pilipinas defeated Indonesia, 84-76. Courtesy of: teampilipinas.info |
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| Chilean LNB 2 round 5 best performance: Martin Morales - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Forward Martin Morales (F-2002) had a very impressive game in the last round for Truenos, receiving a Hoops Agents LNB 2 Player of the Week award for round 5. The 20-year old player had a double-double of 18 points and 14 rebounds, while his team beat Liceo Curico (#5, 1-3) 73-63. Truenos is placed at 3rd position in Chilean LNB 2. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost that single game earlier this season. Truenos will need more victories to improve their 2-1 record. In the team's last game Morales had a remarkable 87.5% from 2-point range. He turned to be Truenos' top player in his first season with the team. Martin Morales has solid league stats. He is in league's top in points (3rd best: 13.3ppg), rebounds (5th best: 9.3rpg) and averages impressive 69.6% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Gaspar Hernandez (SG-1999) of league's leader Sportiva Italiana. Hernandez had a very good evening with 32 points and 6 rebounds. Of course he led Sportiva Italiana to another comfortable win outscoring Brisas (#7, 0-4) 108-74. Of course Sportiva Italiana still keep Zoba Centro's top spot. A very good start of the season for his team, which won so far all 4 games without any defeat. Hernandez is one of the most experienced players at Sportiva Italiana and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 21.8ppg (#2). He also registered 4.3 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was Haitian forward Heder Louis (F) of Liceo Curico (#5). Louis showcased his all-around game by recording 18 points, fourteen rebounds (!!!) and five assists in the last round. Despite Louis' great performance Liceo Curico lost 63-73 to slightly higher-ranked Truenos (#3, 2-1). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Liceo Curico can only dream about fighting for top spots in Zona Sur. They have rather bad season and 1-3 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Louis has individually a great season in Chile. After only 2 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 16.0rpg (#1 in league). Other top performing players last week: 4. Eduardo Sepulveda (186-G-1986) of Colo Colo - 26 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Sebastian Silva (187-C-1996) of Liceo PN - 14 points, 4 rebounds and 10 assists 6. Cristobal Rios (G-1994) of Sportiva Italiana - 20 points and 7 rebounds 7. Lucas Marquez (196-SF) of Boston College - 21 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Franco Barroso (207-C-1994) of Liceo PN - 13 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Alessandro Morales (F-1998) of Truenos - 18 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists 10. Jose Fuentes (197-G/F-1990) of Liceo PN - 16 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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| Overview of LNB Round 2 of Quarter-Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Puente Alto - Las Animas 65-87 Las Animas looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American forward Shawn Glover (201-1990, college: ORU, agency: Haylett Sports) notched 25 points and 8 rebounds to lead the effort and Spanish Alejandro Vergara (196-1995) supported him with 16 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. Five Las Animas players scored in double figures. Las Animas' coach felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Even a double-double of 14 points and 12 rebounds by American forward Marquez Letcher-Ellis (203-1997, college: Nevada) did not help to save the game for Puente Alto. His fellow American import forward Dennis McKinney (194-1998, college: Mt.Mercy, agency: GoEmpire Group) added 10 points and 7 rebounds for the hosts. Top scorers: Las Animas: S.Glover 25+8reb+1ast, C.Schoppler 17+2reb+7ast, A.Vergara 16+7reb+8ast, L.Eduardo 12+10reb+3ast, C.Amicucci 12+13reb+2ast, D.Low 5+1reb Puente Alto: M.Letcher-Ellis 14+12reb+1ast, P.Joaquin 12+3reb+4ast, D.McKinney 10+7reb+2ast, E.Carrasco 9+4reb+3ast, A.Ignacio 6+4reb+1ast, N.Borsellino 4+6reb Valdivia - Ancud 84-102 American forward Stephen Maxwell (201-1993, college: CSUN) had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Argentinian point guard Rodrigo Gallegos (186-1991) chipped in 12 points, 13 rebounds and 8 assists during the contest. American center Roquez Johnson (201-1992, college: MSU, agency: BIG) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds and the former international point guard Pedro Sandoval (180-1989) scored 14 points. Five Ancud and four Valdivia players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Ancud: S.Maxwell 22+10reb+1ast, P.Barraza 19+2reb+3ast, L.Arn 16+3reb+2ast, R.Armijo 15+2reb+1ast, S.Suarez 14+4reb+1ast, R.Gallegos 12+13reb+8ast Valdivia: R.Johnson 17+14reb+2ast, P.Sandoval 14+2reb+2ast, M.Fabian 10+1reb+2ast, G.Isla 10+4reb+3ast, J.Manuel Rivero 10+2reb+2ast, N.Ferreyra 8+2reb+4ast Concepcion - Castro 97-70 Concepcion outrebounded Castro 50-28 including a 34-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. American forward Miles Bowman Jr (198-1993, college: High Point) notched a double-double by scoring 20 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and the former international Kevin Rubio (192-2000) supported him with 20 points and 13 rebounds. Even 11 points and 6 rebounds by Argentinian forward Gabriel Hermosillas (202-1993) did not help to save the game for Castro. Ecuadorian center Bryan Carabali (212-1999) added 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 blocks for the guests. 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. Top scorers: Concepcion: M.Bowman Jr. 20+16reb+4ast, K.Rubio 20+13reb, S.Carrasco 18+1reb+5ast, D.Silva 12+2reb+1ast, E.Luzcando 7+2reb+5ast, E.Arteaga 7+2reb Castro: C.Bryan 12+6reb+1ast, G.Diaz 11+1reb+1ast, G.Hermosillas 11+6reb+3ast, V.Guaico 10+1reb, E.Cantarutti 6+2reb+3ast, A.Nicolas 5+2reb+1ast Los Leones - Espanol O. 74-76 25 personal fouls committed by Los Leones helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Point guard Hector Gomez (188-1987) orchestrated the victory by scoring 28 points. American forward DeAndre Daniels (206-1992, college: UConn, agency: BIG) contributed with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. The former international forward Darrol Jones (193-1994) replied with 20 points, 7 assists and 4 steals and American power forward Markus Kennedy (206-1991, college: SMU) added 13 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Los Leones. Top scorers: Espanol O.: H.Gomez 28+4reb+1ast, D.Daniels 22+10reb+1ast, C.Lauler 7+3reb+2ast, M.Luchi 7+8reb+1ast, N.Zurschmitten 5+3reb+3ast, R.Munoz 5+4reb+2ast Los Leones: D.Jones 20+3reb+7ast, R.Ferguson 16+4reb+1ast, M.Kennedy 13+10reb+1ast, I.Carrion 9+7reb+1ast, B.Amor 7+4reb+2ast, T.Alvarez 3+1reb |
| LNB2 Round 5: Arabe de Valp. is defeated by Luis Matte - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Arabe de Valp. (2-1) on the court of fifth ranked Luis Matte on Saturday night. Visitors were rolled over by Luis Matte 71-51. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Arabe de Valp.. Venezuelan Cristhian Poleo (-1992) stepped up and scored 9 points and 14 rebounds for the winners and Franco Garrido (181) chipped in 10 points and 8 assists. Forward Ricardo Jadue (-1998) responded with 8 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Luis Matte maintains fifth place with 2-2 record. Arabe de Valp. at the other side dropped to the second position with one game lost. They share it with Colo Colo and Truenos. Luis Matte are looking forward to face Brisas (#7) in Santiago in the next round. Arabe de Valp. will play at home against Boston College (#6) and is hoping to win this game. Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Santiago: Sergio Ceppi (#4) and Boston College (#6). Boston College was defeated at home 60-71 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Boris Guerra (-1987) nailed 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and Gabriel Gonzalez accounted for 12 points and 11 rebounds. Lucas Marquez (196) came up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds for Boston College in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Sergio Ceppi (3-2) moved-up to third place. Boston College at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Brisas. Sergio Ceppi's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Santiago to the arena . Very important is a road loss of third ranked Aleman (2-3) against fourth ranked Colo Colo (2-1) on Sunday night. Visiting Aleman was crushed by Colo Colo in Santiago 91-48. The best player for the winners was Eduardo Sepulveda who scored 26 points and 5 rebounds. Colo Colo's coach felt very confident that he used entire bench saving starting five for next games. Jose Campos produced 16 points and 4 assists for the guests. Colo Colo moved-up to second place, which they share with Arabe de Valp. and Truenos. Aleman lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth position with three games lost. Colo Colo will meet Liceo Curico (#5) on the road in the next round. Aleman will have a break next round. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 5: Municipal C. lost to undefeated Liceo PN on the opponent's court 49-110. Sportiva Italiana outscored Brisas in a home game 108-74. Liceo Curico recorded a loss to Truenos on the road 73-63. The most impressive stats of the last round was 18 points and 14 rebounds by Martin Morales of Truenos.
Liceo PN - Municipal C. 110-49 Very expected game in Temuco where 5th ranked Municipal C. (1-3) was crushed by leader Liceo PN (5-0) 110-49 on Saturday. Liceo PN dominated down low during the game scoring 74 of its points in the paint compared to Municipal C.'s 26. Liceo PN forced 32 Municipal C. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 35 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Municipal C.'s players. The best player for the winners was the former international center Sebastian Silva (187-1996) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 assists. Argentinian center Franco Barroso (207-1994) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Five Liceo PN players scored in double figures. Center Matias Villagran (199-1988) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds and forward Diego Fuentes (-1993) added 10 points respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Liceo PN have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 5-0 record. Loser Municipal C. keeps the fifth position with three games lost. They share it with Liceo Curico and Tomas L.. Liceo PN will meet Tomas L. (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Municipal C. will play against Truenos and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Liceo PN: J.Fuentes 16+5reb+2ast, M.Ernst 15+3reb+2ast, S.Silva 14+4reb+10ast, I.Carlos 13+2reb+4ast, F.Barroso 13+11reb+2ast, M.Pino 12+3reb+2ast Municipal C.: M.Villagran 12+10reb+2ast, F.Diego 10+3reb+3ast, M.Andres 8+3reb, M.Javier 4, E.Viveros 3+1reb+1ast, P.Jonathan 2+3reb+1ast Boston College - Sergio Ceppi 60-71 Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Santiago: Sergio Ceppi (#4) and Boston College (#6). Boston College was defeated at home 60-71 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Sergio Ceppi dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Boston College's 30. Sergio Ceppi forced 20 Boston College turnovers. Boris Guerra (-1987) nailed 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and forward Gabriel Gonzalez (-2001) accounted for 12 points and 11 rebounds. Lucas Marquez (196) came up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds and point guard Cristobal Ordonez (195-2004) added 15 points respectively for Boston College in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Sergio Ceppi (3-2) moved-up to third place. Boston College at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Brisas. Sergio Ceppi's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Santiago to the arena . Top scorers: Sergio Ceppi: B.Guerra 23+5reb+4ast, F.Camilo 14+6reb, G.Gabriel 12+11reb, A.Toro 8+8reb+4ast, G.Martin 7+1reb, F.Aguilera 6+2reb+1ast Boston College: M.Lucas 21+12reb+2ast, O.Cristobal 15+4reb+3ast, O.Yves 12+1reb, M.Alvaro 6, R.Jeudy 2+10reb, M.Francisco 2+1reb Luis Matte - Arabe de Valp. 71-51 The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Arabe de Valp. (2-1) on the court of fifth ranked Luis Matte on Saturday night. Visitors were rolled over by Luis Matte 71-51. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Arabe de Valp.. Venezuelan Cristhian Poleo (-1992) stepped up and scored 9 points and 14 rebounds for the winners and Franco Garrido (181) chipped in 10 points and 8 assists. Forward Ricardo Jadue (-1998) responded with 8 points and 7 rebounds and forward Nicolas Vargas (-2001) scored 8 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Luis Matte maintains fifth place with 2-2 record. Arabe de Valp. at the other side dropped to the second position with one game lost. They share it with Colo Colo and Truenos. Luis Matte are looking forward to face Brisas (#7) in Santiago in the next round. Arabe de Valp. will play at home against Boston College (#6) and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Luis Matte: I.Pacheco 16+3reb+1ast, C.Sanchez 13+1reb, F.Garrido 10+4reb+8ast, P.Cristhian 9+14reb, V.Jorge 8+1reb+4ast, D.Leonel 5 Arabe de Valp.: F.Manuel 9+3reb, V.Nicolas 8+4reb+1ast, J.Ricardo 8+7reb+1ast, S.Andres 6+2reb+1ast, M.Nelson 5+5reb+1ast, B.Fernandez 4+3reb+1ast Sportiva Italiana - Brisas 108-74 Very predictable result in Valparaiso where leader Sportiva Italiana (4-0) smashed bottom-ranked Brisas (0-4) 108-74 on Sunday. Sportiva Italiana dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Brisas' 36. They outrebounded Brisas 43-32 including 31 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was Gaspar Hernandez (-1999) who scored 32 points and 6 rebounds. Guard Cristobal Rios (-1994) chipped in 20 points and 7 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Yoel Leon produced 16 points and 7 rebounds and guard Felipe Oyarzun (187-1989) added 9 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sportiva Italiana have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 4-0 record. Loser Brisas still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Boston College. Sportiva Italiana will meet league's second-placed Stadio Italiano in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Brisas will play against Luis Matte (#5) and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Sportiva Italiana: G.Hernandez 32+6reb+1ast, C.Rios 20+7reb+1ast, R.Rojas 14+6reb+1ast, D.Lubiano 9+4reb, Z.Diego 9+3reb+1ast, S.Gabriel 5+1reb Brisas: L.Yoel 16+7reb+1ast, C.Pena 13+2reb+2ast, F.Oyarzun 9+10reb+4ast, F.Lucas 7+1reb+1ast, C.Castillo 7+1ast, G.Miguel 6+1reb+1ast Colo Colo - Aleman 91-48 Very important is a road loss of third ranked Aleman (2-3) against fourth ranked Colo Colo (2-1) on Sunday night. Visiting Aleman was crushed by Colo Colo in Santiago 91-48. Colo Colo forced 20 Aleman turnovers and outrebounded them 53-15 including a 40-12 advantage in defensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 15 long-distance shots on high 51.7 percentage. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Eduardo Sepulveda (186-1986) who scored 26 points and 5 rebounds. Guard Francisco Atala (-1994) chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds. Colo Colo's coach felt very confident that he used entire bench saving starting five for next games. Forward Jose Campos (-2002) produced 16 points and 4 assists and forward Rafael Chaparro (-2002) added 5 points respectively for the guests. Colo Colo moved-up to second place, which they share with Arabe de Valp. and Truenos. Aleman lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth position with three games lost. Colo Colo will meet Liceo Curico (#5) on the road in the next round. Aleman will have a break next round. Top scorers: Colo Colo: E.Sepulveda 26+5reb+3ast, F.Atala 14+8reb+2ast, R.Rodrigo 11+1reb+2ast, J.Collao 9+5reb+2ast, J.Peters 9+5reb+1ast, A.Nicolas 6+9reb Aleman: C.Jose 16+4reb+4ast, U.Pablo 6, C.Rafael 5+2reb, D.Velasquez 4+1ast, C.Roman 4+3reb, C.Renato 3 Truenos - Liceo Curico 73-63 Not a big story in a game in Talca where 6th ranked Liceo Curico (1-3) was defeated by fourth ranked Truenos (2-1) 73-63 on Saturday. Truenos outrebounded Liceo Curico 46-34 including 18 on the offensive glass. The best player for the winners was forward Martin Morales (-2002) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 14 rebounds. Forward Alessandro Morales (-1998) chipped in 18 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Truenos' coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Haitian forward Heder Louis produced a double-double by scoring 18 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international guard Sebastian Saez (190-1984) added 8 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the guests. Truenos moved-up to second place, which they share with Colo Colo and Arabe de Valp. Loser Liceo Curico dropped to the fifth position with three games lost. They share it with Tomas L. and Municipal C.. Truenos will meet Municipal C. (#6) in the next round. Liceo Curico will play against the league's second-placed Colo Colo and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Truenos: M.Martin 18+14reb+3ast, M.Alessandro 18+6reb+7ast, N.Morales 13+9reb+6ast, R.Benjamin 6+2reb, A.Sebastian 6+6reb+1ast, A.Hans 5+1reb Liceo Curico: L.Heder 18+14reb+5ast, K.Albarran 16+2reb+3ast, M.Zerene 9+3reb+5ast, L.Joaquin 8+3reb+1ast, S.Saez 8+10reb+5ast, S.Riquelme 2+1ast |
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| Liaoning claims its third CBA title in team history - by Eurobasket News |
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Defending champions the Liaoning Flying Leopards crushed the Zhejiang Golden Bulls 106-70 in Game 4 of the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) Finals here on Monday, winning the series with a 4-0 clean sweep to lift the team's third CBA trophy. Liaoning's point guard Jiwei Zhao (184-PG-1995) was awarded the Finals Most Valuable Player (FMVP). Surrounded by a cheering of around 10,000 fans in Liaoning's recognizable green shirts, the Flying Leopards showed a great drive to win, starting the game with high pressure in defence and keeping the attitude until the end of the game. Kyle Fogg (191-G-1990, college: Arizona) again became the key player as he scored 17 points and made five steals only in 17 minutes. Liaoning's iconic shooting guard Ailun Guo (189-SG-1993), who was absent from the first two games and only played three minutes in Game 3, scored 24 points in his 26 minutes appearance tonight. Jiwei Zhao took 17 points and Zhang Zhenlin added 19 including three powerful dunks. The Zhejiang side, who had young tower center Yu Jiahao (2003) and Nick Rakocevic (211-F/C-1997, college: USC, agency: Pensack Sports) as starters, dominated offensive rebounds and kept drawing fouls in the paint in the first couple of minutes. However, the team was stuck with 27 turnovers by the end of the third quarter, resulting in a depressed third quarter, only scoring eight points. Yu led Zhejiang's box score with 18 points, and Zeyi Liu (202-F-1999) added 10. Yibo Wang (185-PG-1999) took nine points and dished out six assists, but also conceded eight turnovers. The Flying Leopards have previously been crowned in the CBA 2017-18 and 2021-22 seasons. Liaoning head coach Yang Ming said that this season's championship was the hardest to get, adding, "I want to thank everybody's effort for the team. It was a tough season. Liaoning draws a crazy amount of attention, and I was under a lot of pressure. But we convert the pressure into power, especially the veterans, they have an outstanding sense of mission." Holding the FMVP trophy, Zhao said that the team fought to win the title in the mud. "I appreciated the help from my team, and I would like to give the credit to our fans, as they gave me the opportunity [to win the prize]." Courtesy of: english.news.cn |
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| Liga Wplay Round 7: Piratas defeat Titanes - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Titanes (5-2) in Bogota on Thursday night. Visitors were defeated by Piratas (4-1) 89-82. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Titanes. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Piratas forced 22 Titanes turnovers. 28 personal fouls committed by Titanes helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of American Desmond Holloway (194-1990, college: Coastal, agency: Interperformances) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds (made all of his ten free throws !!!). His fellow American import point guard Jeremy Smith (180-1997, college: CSUSB) contributed with 23 points and 5 steals for the winners. Panamanian Josimar Ayarza (205-1987, college: Southern Miss) answered with 19 points and 6 rebounds for Titanes. Piratas have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Cafeteros and Carrib.Storm. Defending champion Titanes still keep top place with two games lost. Another interesting game for Motilones (1-4) which played in Cartagena against 4th placed Corsarios (0-5). Fifth ranked Motilones had an easy win 62-43. It was a great evening for international forward Leyder Moreno (195-2000) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds. Roydell Brown helped adding 10 points and 12 rebounds. At the losing side the former international guard Yesid Mosquera-Perea (198-1996, college: Life) responded with 13 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Motilones left bottom position moving up to fourth place. It was Corsarios' fifth loss in a row. They still close the standings with five games lost. They share the position with Sabios. A very close game took place in Cali between Storm and Team Cali. Second ranked Storm (4-1) got a very close victory on the road over 4th placed Team Cali (2-5). Storm managed to escape with a 1-point win 78-77 on Saturday evening. It was an exceptional evening for Romario Roque who led the winners and scored 21 points. Franco Morales came up with 13 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists for Team Cali in the defeat. Team Cali's coach Guillermo Moreno rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Storm keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Piratas and Cafeteros. Team Cali lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the fourth place with five games lost. Other games in round 7 were not that significant. Winless Sabios was smashed by Cimarrones on the road 76-55. Cafeteros won against Team Cali on its own court 73-57. Winless Sabios was outscored by Cafeteros in Armenia 90-59.
Cimarrones - Sabios 76-55 No shocking result in a game when second ranked Cimarrones (4-2) crushed bottom-ranked Sabios (0-5) in Quibdo-Choco 76-55 on Wednesday. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Deshaun Highler (188, college: Sacramento St.) who led the winners and scored 17 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. His fellow American import forward Nick Evans (210-1988, college: S.Indiana) accounted for 15 points and 4 assists for the winning side. Four Cimarrones players scored in double figures. Forward Andres Sepulveda (193) came up with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds and Argentinian forward Augusto Bruera (196-1998, agency: BIG) added 11 points and 5 assists respectively for Sabios 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. Cimarrones have a solid series of four victories in a row. Despite that victory Cimarrones went down to third position due to points difference, which they share with Bucaros. Sabios at the other side still closes the standings with five games lost. They share the position with Corsarios. Top scorers: Sabios: S.Andres 23+10reb+3ast, B.Augusto 11+3reb+5ast, M.Kirsch 7+3reb+2ast, C.Harold 6, C.Londono 4+8reb, M.Wilton 2 Cimarrones: D.Highler 17+6reb+6ast, N.Evans 15+3reb+4ast, E.Gianfranco 14+3reb+2ast, A.Minota 13+1reb+3ast, M.Parra 9+3reb, V.Juan 6+2reb+2ast Cafeteros - Team Cali 73-57 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 4th placed Team Cali's (2-5) road loss to third ranked Cafeteros (4-1) in Armenia 57-73 on Wednesday. It was an exceptional evening for international Alvaro Pena (197-1995) who led the winners and scored 23 points and 8 rebounds. American forward Onno Steger (196, college: WCU, agency: Helping Ballers) accounted for 5 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side. Uruguayan Sebastian Ottonello (200-1997) came up with 19 points and 7 rebounds and the former international forward Yildon Mendoza (206-1996, college: Angelo St.) added 9 points, 6 rebounds and 4 blocks respectively for Team Cali in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Cafeteros have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Piratas and Carrib.Storm. Team Cali lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the fourth place with five games lost. Top scorers: Team Cali: S.Ottonello 19+7reb+1ast, Y.Mendoza 9+6reb+1ast, S.Jorge 7+2reb, P.Filippakos 7+2reb, J.Merchant 6+6reb+4ast, G.Juan 3+1reb Cafeteros: A.Pena 23+8reb+2ast, M.Dunbar 13, A.Mateo 13+1ast, J.Cardenas 6+8reb+2ast, C.Arboleda 6+8reb, O.Steger 5+13reb+5ast Cafeteros - Sabios 90-59 Rather predictable result when third ranked Cafeteros (4-1) rolled over bottom-ranked Sabios (0-5) in Armenia 90-59 on Saturday. Cafeteros forced 19 Sabios turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for American guard JaQuaylon Mays (185-2000, college: Fort Lewis) who led the winners and scored 22 points and 5 assists. His fellow American import forward Onno Steger (196, college: WCU, agency: Helping Ballers) accounted for 17 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side. Five Cafeteros players scored in double figures. Forward Andres Sepulveda (193) came up with 15 points and 7 rebounds and Argentinian forward Augusto Bruera (196-1998, agency: BIG) added 15 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Sabios 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. Cafeteros have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Piratas and Carrib.Storm. Sabios at the other side still closes the standings with five games lost. They share the position with Corsarios. Top scorers: Sabios: S.Andres 15+7reb+3ast, B.Augusto 15+5reb+2ast, M.Kirsch 11+1reb+3ast, M.Jerson 9+2reb+2ast, S.Cristian 5+7reb, C.Londono 2+5reb Cafeteros: J.Mays 22+4reb+5ast, O.Steger 17+6reb+5ast, A.Pena 15+8reb+2ast, M.Dunbar 12+2reb+1ast, J.Cardenas 11+6reb+1ast, L.Yustin 8 Team Cali - Carrib.Storm 77-78 A very close game took place in Cali between Storm and Team Cali. Second ranked Storm (4-1) got a very close victory on the road over 4th placed Team Cali (2-5). Storm managed to escape with a 1-point win 78-77 on Saturday evening. Storm made 16-of-16 free shots (100 percent !!!) during the game. It was an exceptional evening for the former international guard Romario Roque (180-1998) who led the winners and scored 21 points. International forward Andres Ibarguen (200-1996, college: Angelo St., agency: Helping Ballers) accounted for 16 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. Chilean guard Franco Morales (179-1992) came up with 13 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists and American guard John Merchant (187-1989, college: Dowling) added 16 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for Team Cali in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Team Cali's coach Guillermo Moreno rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Storm keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Piratas and Cafeteros. Team Cali lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the fourth place with five games lost. Top scorers: Team Cali: S.Jorge 17+2reb+3ast, J.Merchant 16+6reb+5ast, P.Filippakos 15+7reb, F.Morales 13+7reb+9ast, S.Ottonello 9+4reb, Y.Mendoza 7+3reb+1ast Carrib.Storm: R.Roque 21+4reb+3ast, A.Ibarguen 16+9reb+1ast, M.Solanas 15+2reb+1ast, J.Newby 15+2reb+4ast, K.Walters 7+6reb+2ast, J.Hernandez 2+4reb Corsarios - Motilones 43-62 Another interesting game for Motilones (1-4) which played in Cartagena against 4th placed Corsarios (0-5). Fifth ranked Motilones had an easy win 62-43. It was a great evening for international forward Leyder Moreno (195-2000) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds. American guard Roydell Brown (198-1998, college: McNeese St.) helped adding 10 points and 12 rebounds. At the losing side the former international guard Yesid Mosquera-Perea (198-1996, college: Life) responded with 13 points and 6 rebounds and Carlos Morales (192) scored 10 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Motilones left bottom position moving up to fourth place. It was Corsarios' fifth loss in a row. They still close the standings with five games lost. They share the position with Sabios. Top scorers: Corsarios: Y.Mosquera-Perea 13+6reb, M.Carlos 10+4reb+2ast, L.Santiago 6+2reb, K.Cuesta 6+5reb, G.Saavedra 4+6reb+1ast, R.Canate 2+3reb Motilones: L.Moreno 15+11reb+1ast, C.Rodriguez 13+6reb+2ast, R.Brown 10+12reb+3ast, M.Juan 8+2reb, P.Julio 5+1ast, F.Enzo 4+7reb+1ast Piratas - Titanes 89-82 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Titanes (5-2) in Bogota on Thursday night. Visitors were defeated by Piratas (4-1) 89-82. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Titanes. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Piratas forced 22 Titanes turnovers. 28 personal fouls committed by Titanes helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of American Desmond Holloway (194-1990, college: Coastal, agency: Interperformances) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds (made all of his ten free throws !!!). His fellow American import point guard Jeremy Smith (180-1997, college: CSUSB) contributed with 23 points and 5 steals for the winners. Panamanian Josimar Ayarza (205-1987, college: Southern Miss) answered with 19 points and 6 rebounds and Argentinian Jose Defelippo (186-1997) added 13 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Titanes. Four Titanes players scored in double figures. Piratas have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Cafeteros and Carrib.Storm. Defending champion Titanes still keep top place with two games lost. Top scorers: Titanes: J.Ayarza 19+6reb+1ast, A.Carmona 15+2reb+1ast, J.Defelippo 13+10reb+2ast, J.Lozano 13+4reb, J.Laterza 11+2reb+1ast, D.Luque Soren 9+7reb+1ast Piratas: D.Holloway 25+10reb+2ast, J.Smith 23+3reb+3ast, S.David 17+1reb+1ast, S.Santiago 8+6reb, V.Sebastian 8+9reb+2ast, A.Yorbis 3+4reb |
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| Prva Liga Round 10 (Second Stage): Kastela defeat Omis-Cagalj T. in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Sixth-ranked Omis-Cagalj T. (12-20) gave a tough game to second ranked Kastela (24-9) in Galeb on Wednesday. The visitors from Kastela Sucurac managed to secure only three-point victory 61-58. However their fans expected much easier game. Point guard Josip Vidovic (182-2000) scored 16 points to lead the charge for the winners and Mateo Kedzo (205-1984) chipped in 10 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Kastela's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side point guard Karlo Fulgosi (179-2001) responded with 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Kastela maintains second position with 24-9 record having five points less than leader Jazine. Omis-Cagalj T. lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 20 games lost. The game between Top Four teams took place in Dubrovnik. First ranked host Dubrovnik (29-4) smashed their biggest opponent Kastela (24-9) 86-67. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Kastela. Dubrovnik maintains first position with 29-4 record. Kastela at the other side keeps the second place with nine games lost. Prva Liga top team - Dubrovnik (29-4) had no problems winning another game on Tuesday. This time they crushed fifth ranked Zagreb (15-17) 86-66. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Zagreb. Filip Vujicic fired 30 points for the winners. Dubrovnik's coach Darko Kunce used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Leon Tomic produced 18 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for lost side. Dubrovnik maintains first position with 29-4 record. Newly promoted Zagreb keeps the fifth place with 17 games lost. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 10: bottom-ranked Sonik P. was destroyed by Samobor on the opponent's court 94-73. H.Analitica outscored Stoja Pula in a home game 91-56. Samobor recorded a loss to Jazine on the road 84-75. Bottom-ranked Sonik P. was crushed by Mladost on its own court 74-104. Jazine was beaten by Stoja Pula in a road game 105-98. Mladost lost to H.Analitica at home 74-92.
Samobor - Sonik P. 94-73 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 12th ranked Sonik P.'s (1-32) road loss to eleventh ranked Samobor (7-25) 73-94 on Wednesday. Samobor shot 60.3 percent from the field. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Guard Luka Kujundzic (186-2003) fired a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Forward Roko Spaseski (-2002) chipped in 10 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Five Samobor players scored in double figures. Forward Dominik Zelanto (198-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 31 points and 15 rebounds and guard Borna Jurela (196-2003) added 19 points and 9 assists respectively for lost side. Samobor maintains eleventh position with 7-25 record. Sonik P. lost eleventh consecutive game. They stay dead last with 32 lost games. Top scorers: Samobor: D.Pavicic 22+1reb, K.Luka 20+12reb+2ast, H.Puljko 12+2reb+1ast, S.Roko 10+8reb+6ast, G.Marijano 10+2reb+3ast, Z.Luka 8+1reb Sonik P.: D.Zelanto 31+15reb+1ast, J.Borna 19+4reb+9ast, B.Sime 8+3reb, S.Frane 7+4reb+2ast, L.Simun 5+4reb+2ast, K.Angelo 3+4reb+1ast Omis-Cagalj T. - Kastela 58-61 Sixth-ranked Omis-Cagalj T. (12-20) gave a tough game to second ranked Kastela (24-9) in Galeb on Wednesday. The visitors from Kastela Sucurac managed to secure only three-point victory 61-58. However their fans expected much easier game. Point guard Josip Vidovic (182-2000) scored 16 points to lead the charge for the winners and Mateo Kedzo (205-1984) chipped in 10 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Kastela's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side point guard Karlo Fulgosi (179-2001) responded with 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Luka Petrasic (-1988) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds. Kastela maintains second position with 24-9 record having five points less than leader Jazine. Omis-Cagalj T. lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 20 games lost. Top scorers: Kastela: V.Josip 16+3reb+3ast, R.Galic 10+4reb+1ast, M.Kedzo 10+8reb+1ast, K.Mario 7+7reb+3ast, A.Delas 7+4reb+6ast, M.Luka 5+1reb+1ast Omis-Cagalj T.: B.Ivan 13+3reb, K.Fulgosi 13+7reb+4ast, I.Jurcevic 11, L.Petrasic 10+10reb+1ast, T.Duje 8+7reb+3ast, M.Roko 2+1reb+1ast H.Analitica - Stoja Pula 91-56 Rather predictable result in Zagreb where eighth ranked H.Analitica (17-15) smashed 10th ranked Stoja Pula (13-19) 91-56 on Sunday. H.Analitica looked well-organized offensively handing out 36 assists comparing to just 22 passes made by Stoja Pula's players. Forward Nikola Ivankovic (200-1999) fired 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Swingman Dario Gazic (200-1991) chipped in 17 points. Four H.Analitica players scored in double figures. H.Analitica's coach Zvonimir Mravek felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Center Nikola Ostojic (209-1999) produced a double-double by scoring 27 points and 10 rebounds and center Niko Travica (201-1998, college: Cardinal Stritch) added 19 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for lost side. H.Analitica have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain eighth position with 17-15 record. Newly promoted Stoja Pula keeps the tenth place with 19 games lost. Top scorers: H.Analitica: N.Ivankovic 21+7reb+4ast, D.Gazic 17+4reb+3ast, A.Smolic 15+4reb, G.Fran 14+1reb+3ast, I.Milekovic 13+2reb+3ast, A.Martinac 11+4reb+4ast Stoja Pula: O.Nikola 27+10reb, N.Travica 19+6reb+6ast, F.Gustovarac 15+4reb+10ast, A.Matic 6+6reb+1ast, B.Dino 6+2reb+1ast, N.Dasko 5+3reb+3ast Jazine - Samobor 84-75 Not a big story in a game in Zadar where 11th ranked Samobor (7-25) was defeated by seventh ranked Jazine (19-14) 84-75 on Saturday. Jazine outrebounded Samobor 42-31 including a 15-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Forward Michael Ruzic (206-2006) fired 19 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Forward Roko Lukic (195-2005, agency: AltusBasket) chipped in 21 points and 5 assists. Point guard Vladan Lazic (188-2001) produced 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Hrvoje Puljko (193-1983) added 16 points and 6 steals respectively for lost side. Four Samobor players scored in double figures. Jazine maintains seventh position with 19-14 record. Loser Samobor keeps the eleventh place with 25 games lost. Top scorers: Jazine: L.Roko 21+1reb+5ast, R.Michael 19+9reb+2ast, B.Josip 14+2reb+3ast, N.Ivan 9+5reb+1ast, B.Luka 7+3reb+3ast, K.Gabriel 7+10reb+3ast Samobor: K.Luka 19+2reb, V.Lazic 17+5reb+4ast, H.Puljko 16+3reb+2ast, S.Roko 11+7reb+3ast, G.Marijano 6+7reb, S.Roko 4+6reb+4ast Sonik P. - Mladost 74-104 Everything went according to plan in Zadar where tenth ranked Mladost (14-18) outscored bottom-ranked Sonik P. (1-32) 104-74 on Saturday. Mladost dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Sonik P.'s 38. They outrebounded Sonik P. 43-31 including a 35-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Mladost looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Mladost made 7 blocks. Canadian-Slovenian guard Noah Zemljic (190-2005) fired 25 points and 5 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) for the winners. Matija Volcansek (-2004) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds. Four Mladost players scored in double figures. Forward Dominik Zelanto (198-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 30 points and 13 rebounds and Simun Loncar (-2005) added 19 points respectively for lost side. Mladost moved-up to ninth place. Sonik P. lost eleventh consecutive game. They stay dead last with 32 lost games. Top scorers: Mladost: Z.Noah 25+5reb+3ast, V.Matija 19+10reb+2ast, I.Bogdanovic 17+6reb+6ast, P.Ivan 11+1reb+1ast, P.Ogrizovic 11+5reb+7ast, M.Ivan 7+8reb Sonik P.: D.Zelanto 30+13reb+2ast, L.Simun 19+2reb+1ast, B.Nino 13+4reb+1ast, K.Angelo 8+4reb+3ast, A.Martin 2+1reb+1ast, S.Frane 2+4reb+3ast Stoja Pula - Jazine 105-98 There was a minor upset when 7th ranked Jazine (19-14) was defeated on the road by tenth ranked Stoja Pula (13-19) 105-98 on Thursday. Stoja Pula dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Jazine's 40. Stoja Pula forced 20 Jazine turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Serbian guard Aleksa Matic (193-1999, college: N.Alabama) fired 32 points and 7 assists for the winners. Point guard Filip Gustovarac (183-2001) chipped in 19 points. Stoja Pula's coach Vladimir Korosec allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Guard Josip Badrak (196-2005) produced 27 points and Luka Bilokapic (188-2005) added 10 points and 8 assists respectively for lost side. Four Stoja Pula and five Jazine players scored in double figures. Newly promoted Stoja Pula maintains tenth position with 13-19 record. Loser Jazine keeps the seventh place with 14 games lost. Top scorers: Stoja Pula: A.Matic 32+3reb+7ast, F.Gustovarac 19+3reb+2ast, O.Nikola 14+7reb+3ast, M.Djugum 14+6reb+3ast, N.Dasko 9+3reb+5ast, N.Travica 8+4reb+3ast Jazine: B.Josip 27+4reb+3ast, K.Gabriel 13+6reb+1ast, L.Roko 11+4reb+4ast, N.Ivan 10+1reb, B.Luka 10+4reb+8ast, D.Palcic 10+4reb+8ast Mladost - H.Analitica 74-92 No shocking result in a game in Cacinci where eighth ranked H.Analitica (17-15) won against 10th ranked Mladost (14-18) 92-74 on Thursday. H.Analitica looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Guard Fran Grgic (-2000) fired 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Forward Nikola Ivankovic (200-1999) chipped in 24 points. H.Analitica's coach Zvonimir Mravek allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Ivan Bogdanovic (205-1994) produced 24 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists and center Ivan Matlekovic (208-2004, agency: AltusBasket) added 16 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. H.Analitica have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain eighth position with 17-15 record. Newly promoted Mladost dropped to the ninth place with 18 games lost. Top scorers: H.Analitica: N.Ivankovic 24+4reb+1ast, G.Fran 21+5reb+4ast, F.Kordic 14+3reb+1ast, A.Smolic 8+8reb+2ast, J.Jakov 8+2reb, I.Ostric 7+1reb+1ast Mladost: I.Bogdanovic 24+9reb+8ast, M.Ivan 16+6reb, C.Gabriel 9+2reb+1ast, S.Dino 8+4reb+2ast, P.Ivan 8+2reb+4ast, Z.Noah 4+2reb+2ast Dubrovnik - Zagreb 86-66 Prva Liga top team - Dubrovnik (29-4) had no problems winning another game on Tuesday. This time they crushed fifth ranked Zagreb (15-17) 86-66. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Zagreb. Filip Vujicic (195-2000) fired 30 points for the winners. Bosnian guard Vlado Zadro (188-2001) chipped in 17 points and 6 rebounds. Dubrovnik's coach Darko Kunce used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Leon Tomic (200-1996, college: W.Nebraska) produced 18 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and power forward Stipe Krstanovic (205-1993) added 16 points and 11 rebounds respectively for lost side. Dubrovnik maintains first position with 29-4 record. Newly promoted Zagreb keeps the fifth place with 17 games lost. Top scorers: Dubrovnik: F.Vujicic 30+4reb, Z.Vlado 17+6reb+1ast, P.Dubelj 12+2reb+3ast, G.Gustin 6+6reb+2ast, N.Dosen 5+2reb+1ast, V.Jakov 4+3reb+2ast Zagreb: L.Tomic 18+6reb+6ast, S.Krstanovic 16+11reb+3ast, T.Pavao 13+11reb+2ast, K.Joksimovic 8+2reb+2ast, C.Ivan 6+2reb, D.Joksimovic 5+4reb+1ast Dubrovnik - Kastela 86-67 The game between Top Four teams took place in Dubrovnik. First ranked host Dubrovnik (29-4) smashed their biggest opponent Kastela (24-9) 86-67. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Kastela. Dubrovnik maintains first position with 29-4 record. Kastela at the other side keeps the second place with nine games lost. |
| Premijer Liga Round 2 of Quarter-Finals. Split, Cedevita Junior and Cibona reach semis - by Eurobasket News |
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Bosco - Split 91-92 Split outrebounded Bosco 41-23 including a 17-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. American forward Lewis Sullivan (201-1995, college: UAB, agency: BIG) notched 22 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort and the other American import Shannon Shorter (193-1989, college: N.Texas) supported him with 14 points and 11 rebounds. Even a double-double of 14 points, 9 rebounds and 11 assists by center Mladen Primorac (210-1990, agency: PEPI SPORT) did not help to save the game for Bosco. Guard Marko Juric (190-1999) added 29 points (on 10-of-11 shooting from the field) for the hosts. Four Split and five Bosco players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Bosco: M.Juric 29+2reb+1ast, M.Primorac 14+9reb+11ast, P.Babic 14+1reb+5ast, A.Krapic 12+5reb+1ast, K.Luka 12+3reb+2ast, L.Katura 8+2reb+1ast Split: L.Sullivan 22+7reb, S.Shorter 14+11reb+2ast, M.Kalajzic 14+4reb+3ast, D.Mavra 10+4reb+5ast, L.Runjic 10+1reb+1ast, B.Tisma 8+4reb Sibenka - Cedevita Jr. 76-95 Cedevita Jr. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Jakov Mustapic (192-1994, agency: Octagon Europe) who scored 16 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. The former international Krunoslav Simon (197-1985, agency: AltusBasket) chipped in 17 points and 6 assists. Five Cedevita Jr. players scored in double figures. Point guard Juraj Pleadin (195-2003) produced 24 points and 8 rebounds and forward Patrik Jambrovic (203-1996, agency: PEPI SPORT) added 12 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Sibenka: P.Juraj 24+8reb+2ast, K.Antonio 12+1reb+4ast, P.Jambrovic 12+5reb+4ast, L.Skoric 8+2reb+2ast, A.Frane 8, P.Matej 4+2reb Cedevita Jr.: K.Simon 17+2reb+6ast, J.Mustapic 16+5reb+7ast, S.Rasic 14+3reb+2ast, D.Topolovic 13+6reb+1ast, K.Vito 11+4ast, E.Sabic 9+1ast Dinamo - Zadar 77-76 Forward Hrvoje Garafolic (196-1990) scored 28 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and swingman Ivan Vucic (195-1996) chipped in 13 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Four Dinamo players scored in double figures. The former international Luka Bozic (200-1996) responded with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international swingman Marko Ramljak (201-1993, agency: Interperformances) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Top scorers: Zadar: L.Bozic 26+5reb+6ast, M.Ramljak 14+10reb+3ast, K.Zganec 9+7reb+3ast, A.Lakic 8+3reb+3ast, J.Davis 7+2reb, L.Santelj 5+3reb+1ast Dinamo: H.Garafolic 28+9reb+6ast, M.Vrucinic 14+2reb+2ast, I.Vucic 13+9reb, I.Novacic 12+7reb+1ast, A.Anzulovic 6+2ast, D.Usic 4 Dubrava - Cibona 76-93 Cibona dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Dubrava's 24. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international Domagoj Vukovic (206-1993, agency: 011 Sports) who scored 19 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). The former international point guard Kresimir Radovcic (195-1997) chipped in 22 points and 4 assists. Four Cibona players scored in double figures. Guard Mateo Vidovic (193-1999, agency: PEPI SPORT) produced 14 points and 6 assists and center Matej Bosnjak (204-2002, agency: Octagon Europe) added 13 points and 5 assists respectively for the hosts. Dubrava's coach rotated twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Top scorers: Dubrava: E.Savic 19+2ast, M.Vidovic 14+2reb+6ast, M.Bosnjak 13+3reb+5ast, D.Kuzmanovic 8+4reb+1ast, J.Ivan 7+4reb, K.Karahodzic 4+7reb+3ast Cibona: K.Radovcic 22+2reb+4ast, S.Smajlagic 21+3reb+1ast, D.Vukovic 19+8reb+6ast, A.Aranitovic 13+5reb+1ast, I.Majcunic 8+6reb+8ast, B.Kapusta 6+1reb+11ast |
| Croatian Prva Liga round 10 (Second Stage) best performance: Filip Vujicic (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Shooting guard Filip Vujicic (195-SG-2000) had a very impressive game in the last round for top-ranked Dubrovnik, receiving a Hoops Agents Prva Liga Player of the Week award for round 10 (Second Stage). The 22-year old player was the main contributor (30 points, four rebounds) to his team's victory, helping them to crush Zagreb (#5, 15-17) with 20-point margin 86-66. It allowed Dubrovnik to consolidate first place in the Croatian Prva Liga. Dubrovnik have a solid 29-4 record. In the team's last game Vujicic had a remarkable 70.0% from 2-point range and got three three-pointers out of 6 attempts. It's his second year at Dubrovnik and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Filip Vujicic has solid league stats. He is in league's top in points (2nd best: 20.2ppg) and averages impressive 58.5% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Serbian Aleksa Matic (193-G-1999) of Stoja Pula. Matic had a very good evening with 32 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists. Of course Stoja Pula cruised to a 105-98 relatively comfortable win over the higher-ranked Jazine (#7, 19-14). Stoja Pula's 10th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 13-19 record. Matic is a newcomer at Stoja Pula, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was forward Ivan Bogdanovic (205-PF-1994) of Mladost (#9). Bogdanovic showcased his all-around game by recording 24 points, nine rebounds and eight assists in the last round. Despite Bogdanovic's great performance Mladost lost 74-92 to slightly higher-ranked H.Analitica (#8, 17-15). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Bogdanovic has a very solid season. In 21 games in Croatia he scored 10.8ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Dominik Zelanto (198-F-2000) of Sonik P. - 30 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Nikola Ivankovic (200-F-1999) of H.Analitica - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Luka Kujundzic (186-G-2003) of Samobor - 20 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Noah Zemljic (190-G-2005) of Mladost - 25 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Fran Grgic (G-2000) of H.Analitica - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Matija Volcansek (2004) of Mladost - 19 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Borna Jurela (196-G-2003) of Sonik P. - 19 points, 4 rebounds and 9 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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| Etha keeps Kyriakides for another season - by Antonis Katsaros |
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Etha Engomis Nicosia (OPAP Basket League) re-signed 25-year old 195cm forward Michalis Kyriakides for new season. Kyriakides has played there for the last three seasons. He has played previously for two other teams: Frederick Achilleas Kaimakliou and Omonia. Among many awards he received Eurobasket.com All-Cyprus Division B1 Co-Most Improved Player of the Year award and was voted to Eurobasket.com Cyprus Division B1 All-Defensive Team back in 2020. |
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| NBL Round 4 of Semi-Finals. Pardubice and Opava record wins - by Eurobasket News |
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Pardubice - Decin 81-75 Worth to mention a great performance of American guard DeMarco Dickerson (196-1997, college: SHU, agency: One Motive Sports) who helped to win the game recording 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. The former international forward David Pekarek (203-1996, college: Fordham) contributed with 11 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Dickerson is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Pardubice's coach Dino Repesa allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American point guard AJ Walton (184-1990, college: Baylor, agency: Diamond Sports) replied with 21 points and 7 assists and the former international forward Tomas Pomikalek (200-1989) added 13 points and 12 rebounds in the effort for Decin. Five Pardubice and four Decin players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Pardubice: D.Dickerson 19+5reb+5ast, R.Rikic 12+5reb+4ast, D.Pekarek 11+8reb+2ast, M.Colak 10+4reb+1ast, T.Vyoral 10+2reb+4ast, K.Svrdlik 10+2reb Decin: A.Walton 21+3reb+7ast, M.Svoboda 17+6reb+1ast, T.Nichols 17+6reb+3ast, T.Pomikalek 13+12reb+1ast, I.Josipovic 4+3reb, F.Kroutil 3+1reb+1ast Opava - Nymburk 90-58 Opava made 19-of-21 free shots (90.5 percent) during the game. Opava outrebounded Nymburk 45-24 including a 33-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. 26 personal fouls committed by Nymburk helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Forward Ludek Jurecka (198-1983, agency: Octagon Europe) fired 14 points and 5 assists for the winners. American forward Dylan Carl (211-1998, college: PFW) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds. Four Opava players scored in double figures. The former international forward Martin Kriz (200-1993) produced 11 points and 6 rebounds and American swingman Lamb Autrey (190-1989, college: St.Mary's, TX, agency: Haylett Sports) added 7 points respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Opava: R.Farsky 15+1reb+2ast, L.Jurecka 14+4reb+5ast, J.Slavik 11+7reb+1ast, D.Carl 10+10reb+2ast, J.Sirina 9+5reb+7ast, R.Kouril 9+1reb+3ast Nymburk: M.Kriz 11+6reb, E.Lockett 7+2reb+2ast, J.Tuma 7+1reb, L.Autrey 7+3reb+2ast, F.Vana 6+1reb+2ast, E.Gilyard II 5+2ast |
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| BasketLigaen Round 2 of Finals. Bakken take 2-0 lead - by Eurobasket News |
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Naestved - Bakken 69-83 Bakken looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Ryan Evans (202-1990, college: Wisconsin) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists. International forward Darko Jukic (199-1990) chipped in 22 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. American guard Ian DuBose (193-1999, college: Wake Forest) produced 22 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and his fellow American import center Jimbo Lull (213-1996, college: USF) added 11 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Naestved: I.DuBose 22+8reb+4ast, M.McGuirl 13+4reb, J.Lull 11+7reb+2ast, Z.Rollins 8+4reb+2ast, R.Chatman 8+1reb+4ast, T.Bol 4+4reb+1ast Bakken: D.Jukic 22+7reb+6ast, S.Flatten 19+4reb+4ast, R.Evans 17+11reb+8ast, E.Childs 10, M.Diouf 8+12reb+2ast, S.Bowlin 5+2reb+4ast |
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| Al Ahly clinches Egyptian Super League 2022-2023 Title - by Abdul Hamid Addasi |
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Al Ahly clinched Egyptian Super League 2022-2023 Title after winning the Finals series vs Al Ettihad 3-1 Al Ahly won Game 4 72-70 in the match that took place on Monday 15-5 The Finals Series were being played on best of 5 format Best scorer in the match was Michael Thompson of Al Ahly with 20 points He added 3 rebounds 2 assist and 2 steals to be named MVP of Game 4 with efficiency of 21 Other top scorers in Al Ahly were Amr Zahran with 16 points and efficiency of 14 Ehab Amin with 13 points and efficiency of 14 On the other hand best scorers in Al Ettehad were Haitham Kamal (captain) with 18 points and efficiency of 19 Dominque Johnson with 11 points and efficiency of 6 Anas Osama with 10 points and efficiency of 13 Egyptian Super League 2022-2023 Finals Awards Best 3 points scorer Amr Zahran of Al Ahly Best top scorer Anas Osama of Al Ettehad MVP of the Finals Ehab Amin of Al Ahly |
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| Liga MB Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Santa Tecla and San Salvador post wins - by Eurobasket News |
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Santa Tecla - Quezaltepeque 91-77 Santa Tecla dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Quezaltepeque's 30. They outrebounded Quezaltepeque 47-27 including a 35-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Santa Tecla looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Cuban forward Yoel Cubillas (204-1994) fired a double-double by scoring 20 points, 17 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Dominican forward Adonis Lopez (-1997) chipped in a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). American forward Ron Lawton (196-1995, college: NMHU) produced 37 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds and the other American import center Marc Montavious (206-1990, college: Georgetown, KY) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Santa Tecla: L.Adonis 22+11reb+1ast, N.Najeen 20+4reb+5ast, Y.Cubillas 20+17reb+4ast, M.Mosley 17+4reb+1ast, E.Rodriguez 6+2reb+4ast, C.Arias 4+2reb+2ast Quezaltepeque: R.Lawton 37+8reb, M.Montavious 13+6reb+3ast, J.Barahona 11+5reb+5ast, L.Hernandez 10+3reb+2ast, R.Moquete 6+4reb+6ast, M.Bryan 0 San Salvador - Cojute 81-75 San Salvador outrebounded Cojute 49-33 including a 37-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. San Salvador brought some defensive toughness making 10 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of Nicaraguan center Bartel Lopez (213-1989) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points, 14 rebounds and 8 blocks. American swingman Andravious Smith (198-1995, college: Tougaloo) contributed with 26 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. American center Troidell Carter (206-1991, college: Slippery Rock) answered with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds and the other American import guard Jeremy Agosto (177-1997, agency: The French Family Consulting) added 20 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals in the effort for Cojute. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: San Salvador: A.Smith 26+6reb+2ast, B.Lopez 17+14reb+3ast, B.Garcia 16+13reb+3ast, A.Grant 15+5reb+5ast, M.Ramos 4+3reb+5ast, E.Escalante 3+7reb+7ast Cojute: A.Jeremy 20+5reb+5ast, T.Carter 19+11reb+2ast, N.Avalos 14+1reb+1ast, C.Berry 12+8reb+2ast, M.William 8+6reb+1ast, J.Flores 2+2reb+2ast |
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| Levallois ink Barry Brown Jr., ex NZL Breakers - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu | ||||
Brown has played also professionally in China (Ducks), Germany and NBA G League (Iowa Wolves). His team won German Bundesliga Regular Season in 2021. He graduated from of Kansas State in 2019 and it is his fourth season as a professional player. |
| Gravelines win U18 title - by Eurobasket News |
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Gravelines clinched U18 League title. They overcame SIG Strasbourg juniors 77-68 in the Final. Ayuba Bryant (205-F/C-2005) and Roman Domon (203-SF-2005) paced the winners. Earlier Gravelines saw off Cholet Basket 86-68 in the semifinal clash. Strasbourg in the meantime took care of ASVEL Basket 80-59 in another semifinal clash.
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| The EPG Baskets Koblenz Take Control IN Crunch-Time Talking Game 1 In Semi-finals 95-86 Over the BSW Sixers - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber |
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The EPG Baskets Koblenz cruised through the Pro B south in the regular season, but the playoffs have been another story. With the help of their incredible fans in their living room CGM arena, the club led by head coach Pat Elzie were able to get by the EN Baskets Schwelm and Basketball Lowen Erfurt, but it wasn't a cake walk as they had to go the distance. Their next opponent were the tough BSW Sixers who finished in second place in the Pro B north with a 20-4 record. In the playoffs they had an easier time disposing of Oberaching and the Fraport Skyliners Juniors both in sweeps. They had their defense spot on never allowing more than 66 points in a game. On top of that the EPG Baskets weren't going to be in their living room in the CGM arena, but in their old living room in the Karthause gym, one that is a lot smaller, but that was something they had to deal with. When you get so far all that counts are very good performances on the court. The BSW Sixers came to Koblenz for game 1 and stuck with the EPG Baskets Koblenz for 40 minutes, but in crunch-time lost a little steam and allowed Koblenz to play their game. It was a disheartening loss, but at the end the EPG Baskets just had more left in their tank and executed better at both ends. 'They are a very good team and played a very good game, but so did we. We had a few lapses on defense and they made us pay. They have good shooters and a good point guard. When the thin air comes, you have to be locked in and you can't take any plays off', warned BSW Sixers forward Donte Nicholas. The EPG Baskets Koblenz had their ups and downs in the first quarter, but in the second half upped their intensity and played better together as a team. 'We stuck together for the whole 40 minutes. We had our ups and downs, but executed when we wanted to. We came together in the clutch moments and got stops and made shots', stressed EPG Baskets Koblenz guard Alani Moore II (178-PG-1998, college: Temple). The EPG Baskets Koblenz were given a blow as top point guard Marvin Heckel couldn't suit up due to food poisoning. The school gym was packed as 1,200 people were packed in the gym to see the BSW Sixers jump out to a 7-2 lead and soon after extended it to 17-8. The guests had their offense flowing early getting baskets from German big Marco Rahn, ex BBL player Aleksa Kovacevic and a trey from ex Rhondorf guard Ralph Hounnou. Koblenz had a slow start, but soon stuck to the game plan of going inside by getting Moses Poelking and Brian Butler to the free throw line and ex BBL player Leon Friederici nailed a trey as they trailed only 9-8. Koblenz controlled Mr triple double Donte Nicolas well as he had to pass way more than shoot, so someone else had to take control and that was 22 year old Latvian Kristaps Kilps who supplied back to back three's and a lay in for good measure as the guests led 17-8. The EPG Baskets did a horrible job covering the three point line allowing the Latvian sniper too much room and struggled on their rotations. But after a Koblenz timeout, they came back rejuvenated and closed out the first quarter with a positive 16-7 run to capture the lead at 25-24. The EPG Baskets Koblenz shared the ball better and got more guys involved. They especially got the three ball rolling as ex Iserlohn forward Moritz Huebner and Moore connected, but also showed their inside presence getting lay in's from Friederici and ex Bremerhaven big Niclas Sperber. 'You could see that the team missed Marvin Heckel very much. We didn't do a good job covering the three point line and allowed Kilps to get hot. We closed out the first half well though', stressed EPG Baskets manager Thomas Klein. The second quarter was a tight affair until the last few minutes where the EPG Baskets Koblenz lost total control and served up free gifts which the BSW Sixers took total advantage of. The EPG Baskets Koblenz got a clutch three pointer from ex Coburg guard Yasin Turan and 2 Friederici free throws, but couldn't make ground as the guests got free throws from Kilps and a pull up jumper from Kovacevic to knot the game at 30-30. Koblenz continued to have the slight lead getting a trey from ex BBL player Dominique Johnson and a turn around shot from close range from ex Ehingen center Brian Butler for the 37-32 advantage. After a Kilps lay in and Butler free throw, Koblenz still led 38-34, but the game then began to turn. The BSW Sixers closed out the second quarter with a swift 14-3 run to lead 48-41 at the break. In the run, the guests got a clutch trey from 2018 JBBL winner Evans Rapieque and a lay in on the back door cut by Kilps as Koblenz had no remedy to stop this play as Koblenz trailed 39-38. The BSW Sixers heightened their defensive pressure and got key steals by Kovacevic who scored twice, but he also sparkled with his playmaking setting up 2018 JBBL winner Hendrik Warner for 2 simple lay in's as Koblenz got beat twice on the lob pass as the guests had the 7 point advantage. 'We had too many unforced errors. We had a total lack of concentration. We were lucky they didn't lead with 10-15 points. Their guards dominated on offense and on defense they were clever enough not to allow our bigs into position', stated Thomas Klein. Dontae Nicholas missed a good amount of the second quarter with foul trouble. The BSW Sixers shot 53% from the field and 71% from outside and had 19 rebounds and 10 turnovers while the EPG Baskets Koblenz shot 43% from the field and 47% from outside and had 16 rebounds and 10 turnovers. The third quarter was a real classic example of playoff basketball as the EPG Baskets Koblenz fought back and stole the lead back, but led only by 3 points after 30 minutes. The BSW Sixers kept the good lead for a few minutes as Hounnou hit a 15 footer and Marco Rahn a trey for the 55-46 lead. But then came the big moment for sniper and scoring in bunches guard Leon Friederici who has demonstrated so often this season that he can carry his team with his hot shooting. He nailed three in a row and suddenly the BSW Sixers led only 56-55. 'Leon is so important. I had wanted him since 2016. Now you know why. He always plays all in. I just like him', said Thomas Klein. 'We knew coming in what he is capable of. You turn your head for one second and he is already hitting three's. He is a good player', stated Donte Nicholas. The hot three point shooting continued as Dominque Johnson connected and Rahn and Hounnou scored as the guests got the lead back at 62-60. Koblenz grabbed the lead back as they did a good job on the offensive glass as Poelking scored and Moore secured free throws for the 67-62 lead. Nicholas who had been controlled well in the first half found some daylight scoring twice and Kilps made a trey to once again dead lock the game at 69-69. With 39 seconds to play energetic guard Aleksa Kovacevic lay on the ground with severe pain holding his knee. He exited the game and seemed like he wouldn't return. 'Oh he'll be back', warned Thomas Klein. Moritz Huebner closed out the third quarter with a 3 point play and 72-69 EPG Baskets lead. 'Coach told us at half-time that we were playing too soft. We took it personal but in a positive way. We raised our energy and IQ. We also felt this sense of urgency. We all hit shots and gave 120%', stated Alani Moore II. 'They ran a set that we hadn't prepared for. We made adjustments but still had defensive lapses', commented Donte Nicholas. In the fourth quarter the EPG Baskets Koblenz gained control despite a valiant effort by the BSW Sixers and true competitor Aleksa Kovacevic who returned to the game after hurting his knee at the end of the third quarter. Little used German guard Moritz Schneider drilled home a trey to tie the game at 72-72. Turan reacted with a three point play and 75-72 Koblenz advantage. Then at the 8,28 minute mark, Aleksa Kovacevic returned. He was limping a bit, but still playing at full force as his adrenaline mus have bene pushing him. He took over the reins again as he hit a trey and made a lay in displaying a pretty pass fake to the wing and finishing himself as Koblenz had the slim 78-77 lead. 'I knew Aleksa was coming back. He is Serbian. They are different. It must be something in the water', smiled Donte Nicholas. 'He is a good point guard. I like playing against good competition. A guy like that makes me better. He showed real heart coming back on the court after his injury. He gave all he had for his team', stated Alani Moore II. As crunch time was arriving the EPG Baskets Koblenz knew they had to continue to execute and keep their high intensity against a more fatigued Sixers team and did that executing well as Friederici and Moore connected on clutch three's for the 88-81 advantage. Moore had double duty without Heckel on his side, but he did a fine job shuffling the scoring and playmaking by himself as he finished with 17 points and 12 dimes. 'I knew that I had to make more plays. I took over and got the ball to the hot hand. I tried to be the best leader I could and kept everybody going', warned Alani Moore II. Butler followed with a dunk for the 90-81 advantage. The Sixers weren't done yet as Hounnou came through with another trey to cut Koblenz's lead to 90-84, But Koblenz closed out the game with a massive Poelking dunk for the 93-84 lead. Moore and Johnson added free throws for good measure sealing the victory. 'We got them into foul trouble and exploited the mis matches. We went on a run when we do it's hard stopping us', warned Alani Moore II. 'We had foul trouble and then the snow ball effect came. They made shots and drew fouls. The game went their way', said Donte Nicholas. The EPG Baskets Koblenz were led by Leon Friederici with 23 points. Alani Moore II added 17 points and Dominique Johnson 14 points while the BSW Sixers were led by Aleksa Kovacevic with 25 points while Kristaps Kilps scored 18 points. The EPG Baskets Koblenz shot 48% form the field and 44% from outside and had 38 rebounds and 18 turnovers while the BSW Sixers shot 49% from the field and 50% from outside and had 32 rebounds and 19 turnovers. |
| Javontae Hawkins (Telekom Baskets Bonn) Knew When The Team Got Off The Plane In Malaga That They Would Be Crowned Champions - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber |
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Javontae Hawkins (196-G-1993, college: Fordham) is a 29 year old 196cm forward from Huntigton, West Virginia playing his sixth professional season and second with the Telekom Baskets Bonn after starting the season with Limoges CSP Elite (France-Betclic ELITE ProA). Last season he had his first tour of duty with Bonn averaging 15.5ppg, 3.6rpg, 1.1apg, FGP: 50.8%, 3PT: 37.3%, FT: 77.8%. In 20-21 he sat out because of injury. He played his third professional season with the HAKRO Merlins Crailsheim averaging15.9ppg, 4.5rpg, 1.4apg, FGP: 52.6%, 3PT: 36.8%, FT: 79.4%. In 2018-2019 he played with Holargos B.C. (Greece-A1) playing 29 games averaging 11.7ppg, 3.9rpg, 1.2apg, FGP: 53.4%, 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 77.5%. As a rookie he played with the Salon Vilpas Vikings (Finland-Korisliiga) playing 54 games averaging 14.3ppg, 5.1rpg, 1.1apg, FGP: 54.9%, 3PT: 40.6%, FT: 79.9%. He played NCAA basketball at three schools with S Florida from 2012-2014 playing 54 NCAA games, then had his break out season with Eastern Kentucky (NCAA) playing 30 games averaging 17.0ppg, 4.8rpg, 2.1apg, FGP: 56.4%, 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 76.5% and finished at Fordham (NCAA) playing 31 games averaging 14.0ppg, 4.9rpg, 1.0spg, FGP: 46.5%, 3PT: 35.2%, FT: 84.3%. He spoke to eurobasket after winning the 2023 Basketball Champions League. You reached the Finish final in 2018 as a rookie and 5 years later you need just a little more than 2 months to win your first chip. How crazy is that? It's amazing. Man I can't do nothing but be thankful to God right now. Incredible feeling! Congrats on winning the Basketball Champions League title. Has it sunk in yet? How does your body feel in general when you're a champion? Thank you! No it hasn't sunk in yet. It's still an unreal feeling. Like I haven't took my medal off yet. It feels great to win my first ever championship. I'm grateful! Talk a little about the 15 hours between hearing the siren and landing in Bonn. How long did you sleep? I didn't sleep much at all. We were soaking in the moment. After the thrilling win over Malaga how sure were you and the team about winning it all? Despite the valiant effort by Hapoel Jerusalem, was the Malaga the secret final game? I felt from when we first stepped off the plane in Malaga that we were going to be crowned champions. Coach Iisalo always tells us 'Find a way to win' we put in so much work and humbling speaking we have more harder practices than hard games. The final against Hapoel was another great game. In the first half Bonn as usual played their feisty defense allowing only 7 points. But in the second and third quarters Bonn allowed a total of 47 points. What adjustments did the opponent make in that phase? I just felt we missed some key assignments starting with myself, I had some plays on defense where I could've did a lot better and also the offensive rebounding from Hapoel was crucial. They're a great team. What did head coach Tuomas Iisalo tell the team going into the fourth quarter. What adjustments did you make on the defensive end? We didn't make any adjustments we just did what we were supposed to do and that's simply defend the way we do. I personally saw Malaga as a lot stronger roster wise than Hapoel, but they gave all they had. How annoying was this team? What was key at the end was key team wise for getting the win? I think it was tough guarding a lot of iso guys on 1 team. They had 3-4 iso guys on 1 team so it's not easy but then again it works in our favor because iso basketball is easier to defend than tactical basketball. Levi Randolph gave a spirited scoring battle with TJ Shorts. How menacing was he and what can one appreciate most from his game as a player? He's an elite scorer he has a high motor as well. Great player in my eyes. TJ Shorts deserved the MVP award with 29 points and carried the team whenever he needed it. Does he secretly have a Super man cape under his jersey? He definitely deserves MVP and has been consistent all year like none other. I believe he's the heart and soul of the team and no one carries a team by himself we all have roles that help accommodate the team for a common team goal. And we did that! You had a 7-1 record in your BCL season. How satisfied are you with your own game coming in and playing your role and helping win a title? I'm very satisfied because I learned a lot playing a different more leadership/energetic role. People often looked at me as just a guy who can score but I think I showed I have an all around game upon my arrival back in Bonn In the 2019-2020 season one already got a sense of what Tuomas Iisalo was capable of doing as he led the Hakro Merlins on an incredible season. Did it ever occur or dawn on you in that season that coach would win a title in the next years? Of course. I believe that season was the start to it all. The players he had that year set the tone for the future teams he will continue to have. I often think on that season a lot because we were on to something special but to fast forward to now I think so many people see how great of a coach he is. The season isn't over as you began the playoffs in 24 hours. How beneficial will this title be mentally for the team as it begins it's quest to win it's second season title? It simply brings momentum and swagger The Niners played the Telekom Baskets Bonn tough and like every team will be gunning for you. What will be key in getting the series win? Sticking to our identity. And focusing on us. What are your predictions Lakers-Nuggets and Celtics-Heat and who will win it all? Nuggets, Celtics and I'd say Nuggets or Celtics in 7. Thanks Javontae for the chat. |
| ProB Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Vechta 2 and Koblenz open with wins - by Eurobasket News |
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Wolmirstedt - Vechta 2 72-78 Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Kevin Smit (182-1991) who helped to win the game recording 17 points and 5 assists. Center Johann Gruenloh (210-2005) contributed with 7 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Four Vechta-2 players scored in double figures. Vechta-2's coach Hendrik Gruhn used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Center Bill Borekambi (199-1992, college: Sequoias CC) answered with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds and American Jordan Talbert (198-1991, college: MSSU) added 17 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Wolmirstedt. Top scorers: Vechta 2: K.Smit 17+4reb+5ast, L.Okpara 13+2reb+2ast, J.Culver 12+4reb+2ast, B.Kaya 10+1reb+2ast, G.Johann 7+13reb+4ast, B.Roman 5+3reb Wolmirstedt: B.Borekambi 19+10reb+1ast, J.Talbert 17+9reb+3ast, L.Winter 11+6reb+1ast, M.Bogdanov 7+1reb+2ast, L.Hoppe 5+1reb, L.Kamber 5+7reb+2ast Koblenz - BSW Sixers 95-86 Koblenz forced 19 Sixers turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Sixers were plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. American point guard Alani Moore II (178-1998, college: Temple) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 5 rebounds and 12 assists for the winners and Leon Friederici (190-1995) chipped in 23 points. At the losing side Serbian point guard Aleksa Kovacevic (187-2002) responded with 25 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals and Latvian Kristaps Kilps (196-2001) scored 18 points and 6 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Koblenz: L.Friederici 23+3reb+2ast, A.Moore II 17+5reb+12ast, D.Johnson 14+2reb+3ast, M.Poelking 10+11reb+1ast, Y.Turan 9, B.Butler 8+1reb+1ast BSW Sixers: A.Kovacevic 25+5reb+6ast, K.Kilps 18+2reb+6ast, R.Hounnou 12+3reb, M.Rahn 10+4reb+2ast, H.Warner 9+4reb+2ast, D.Nicholas 6+7reb+1ast |
| ProA Round 5 of Quarter-Finals. Tuebingen complete Final Four picture - by Eurobasket News |
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Tuebingen - Bremerhaven 81-58 Tigers dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to Eisbaeren Bremerhaven's 18. Tigers forced 25 Eisbaeren Bremerhaven turnovers and outrebounded them 44-32 including 16 on the offensive glass. American Zac Seljaas (203-1997, college: BYU) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds. Center Daniel Keppeler (205-1997, college: Regnitztal) contributed with 16 points for the winners. Naturalized American Jarelle Reischel (200-1992, college: EKU) answered with 17 points and American forward Khalid Thomas (208, college: Portland St.) added 8 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Eisbaeren Bremerhaven. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Tuebingen: Z.Seljaas 17+12reb+1ast, D.Keppeler 16+4reb+2ast, E.Ersek 15+1reb, T.Joenke 10+3reb, A.Kivimaki 7+2reb+5ast, G.Otto 6+3reb+4ast Bremerhaven: J.Reischel 17+4reb+1ast, K.Thomas 8+5reb, A.Breitlauch 8+3reb+1ast, L.Larysz 7+4reb, M.Freeman 6+3reb, S.Krajcovic 5+4ast |
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| Elite League Round 2 of Quarter-Finals. Panerythraikos advance into Final Four - by Eurobasket News |
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Eleftheroupoli - AO Triton 69-58 Eleftheroupoli made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American guard Tyre Gathright (193-1996, college: St.Augustine) who scored 27 points. Forward Dimitris Gravas (203-1993) chipped in 16 points. Gathright is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Center Panagiotis Tsamis (204-2002) produced 18 points and 9 rebounds and Serbian Nemanja Manojlovic (197-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) added 10 points and 7 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) respectively for the guests. Four AO Triton players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Eleftheroupoli: T.Gathright 27+4reb+2ast, D.Gravas 16+3reb+1ast, S.Toutziarakis 6+9reb+3ast, K.Abatzas 5+1reb+5ast, D.Skoulidas 5+13reb+1ast, T.Robinson 4+6reb+2ast AO Triton: T.Panagiotis 18+9reb+1ast, M.Myers 11+3reb+4ast, P.Alexandros 10, N.Manojlovic 10+7reb+3ast, Z.Aristotelis 4+5reb, P.Stergios 3+2reb+1ast Panerythraikos - Iraklis 69-67 Guard Kostas Efstratiou (185-1998) scored 15 points and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Sotirios Oikonomopoulos (192-2003) chipped in 13 points during the contest. Four Panerythraikos players scored in double figures. American swingman Kevion Taylor (196-1999, college: Valpo) responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds and German Fotis Georgakis (190-2000) scored 15 points and 5 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: Panerythraikos: E.Kostas 15+4reb+5ast, O.Sotirios 13+4reb+3ast, K.Kampouridis 11+2ast, D.Papadimitriou 10+5reb, T.Kallianotis 6+3reb, M.Matalliotakis 6+7reb+5ast Iraklis: K.Taylor 21+12reb+2ast, G.Fotis 15+1reb+5ast, N.Paparegkas 13+3reb, D.Charitopoulos 9+9reb, M.Liapis 3+2reb, Z.Thomas 2 Koroivos - Maroussi 77-76 Serbian guard Stefan Mitrovic (195-1996) notched 15 points and 4 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) to lead the effort and Kostas Iatridis (207-2001) supported him with 13 points and 8 rebounds. Four Koroivos players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 24 points and 10 rebounds by forward Nikolaos Kamarianos (204-1997) did not help to save the game for Maroussi. Vasileios Stavrakoukas (191-2001, agency: Octagon Europe) added 21 points for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: Koroivos: S.Mitrovic 15+3reb+4ast, I.Kostas 13+8reb+1ast, N.Kamaras 11+6reb+3ast, P.Vyrlas 10+10reb+1ast, P.Noeas 8+2reb, D.Ermeidis 6+3reb Maroussi: N.Kamarianos 24+10reb+2ast, V.Stavrakoukas 21+4reb+3ast, P.Xydas 10+3reb+1ast, O.Stasinos 5+3reb+5ast, T.Woods 5+5reb, K.Charalambos 4+1reb |
| GBL Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Easy wins for Olympiacos and Panathinaikos - by Eurobasket News |
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Olympiacos - PAOK 83-65 Olympiacos dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to PAOK's 24 and made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. They outrebounded PAOK 42-24 including a 33-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Olympiacos looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Cypriot-Bulgarian forward Aleksandar Vezenkov (206-1995) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and 8 rebounds. The former international Giannoulis Larentzakis (196-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) contributed with 16 points and 4 assists for the winners. Four Olympiacos players scored in double figures. American guard Jordan Sibert (193-1992, college: Dayton) answered with 15 points and the other American import point guard Jalen Riley (184-1993, college: ETSU) added 12 points and 4 assists in the effort for PAOK. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Olympiacos: A.Vezenkov 21+8reb+2ast, G.Larentzakis 16+2reb+4ast, A.Peters 13+6reb+1ast, M.Lountzis 10+3reb+2ast, T.Walkup 7+3reb+8ast, S.McKissic 6+1reb+3ast PAOK: J.Sibert 15+3reb+1ast, J.Riley 12+2reb+4ast, J.Hands 9+4reb+1ast, T.Polley 7+2reb+1ast, Y.Franke 7+2reb+2ast, V.Margaritis 5+1reb+1ast Panathinaikos - Peristeri 101-57 Panathinaikos made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Lithuanian swingman Marius Grigonis (198-1994) who helped to win the game recording 14 points and 6 assists. Polish Mateusz Ponitka (198-1993) contributed with 13 points and 6 assists for the winners. Four Panathinaikos players scored in double figures. French point guard Sylvain Francisco (185-1997) answered with 15 points and American guard Marcus Denmon (191-1990, college: Missouri) added 7 points in the effort for Peristeri. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: KAE PANATHINAIKOS: P.Lee 16+2reb+5ast, M.Grigonis 14+4reb+6ast, M.Ponitka 13+4reb+6ast, A.Gudaitis 12+6reb+4ast, L.Bochoridis 11+4reb+3ast, M.Lefteris 9+2reb Peristeri: S.Francisco 15+1reb+3ast, I.Hummer 10, M.Coleman III 8+2reb+2ast, M.Denmon 7+3reb+2ast, D.Moraitis 5+1reb+1ast, Z.Vangelis 4+1reb |
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| KFC Bombers win Triton Men's Basketball League championship, Team OG takes 3rd over Tritons - by Eurobasket News |
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The KFC Andersen Air Force Base Bombers won the title during the spring 2023 Triton Men's Basketball League championship hosted by the University of Guam Athletics Department last week. The Bombers defeated the MVP Stars 92-90. Team OG finished in third place by beating the UOG Tritons in overtime. In the title game, the Bombers held a tight lead over the Stars 22-21 by the end of the first quarter. The Stars struggled with success behind the arc and honed their energy under the basket. By the second half, MVP took the lead 41-38. A combined 13 points from Darren Hechanova and JP Cruz resulted in the Stars outscoring the Bombers 20-16 in the second quarter. MVP led by 10 points within the first three minutes of the second half. The Bombers' Chris Conner built momentum for his team in the second period after he and teammate Jaden Finley scored 16 of the Bombers' 27 points in the third quarter to even the score at 65. Both teams kept a close scoring game for the entire fourth period. Cruz, heavily guarded by the Bombers, found his shot with short-range jumpers and quick looks for a 3-pointer. He scored 14 points in the fourth quarter. Bombers' Garrington Simpson used his speed to outrun MVP defense and maneuvered his way toward 12 points for the quarter. The Bombers took a 92-87 lead with 30 seconds left. Cruz hit a 3-pointer with seconds to spare, but it was not enough for the Stars to steal the win. Simpson and Finley led the Bombers with 25 points apiece. Cruz finished with 30 points and Vince Estella added 19 points. The matchup between Team OG and the Tritons was neck and neck. The Tritons had a four-point lead with three minutes left in the first quarter, but a solid run by OG late in the period gave them a 23-21 lead at the end of 10 minutes. Team OG led by nine points halfway through the second quarter, outscoring the Tritons 27-21, and securing a 50-42 lead at the end of the first half. Cisco Uncangco scored four of his seven 3-pointers in the first half to help the Tritons remain competitive. The Tritons regained the lead 55-54 halfway through the third quarter. Both teams bounced back and forth by regaining and chasing the lead. Despite the Tritons outscoring Team OG 30-24 and Manny Soriano's 12-point performance, the Tritons trailed by two points at the end of the third quarter. Both teams pushed their best efforts in the fourth quarter. With less than two minutes left in the period, the score was tied at 92 apiece. Tritons and OGs hit 3-point shots to break free from the draw. With less than 30 seconds remaining, Amram Yobei took the game into his hands with two acrobatic possessions to give the Tritons the lead 101-98. Eric Reyes hit a 3-point buzzer-beater to send the game into overtime. Team OG, with only a seven-man roster, outlasted the Tritons in overtime and scored 21 points to win the game, 122-114. Reyes led Team OG with 32 points. Tristan Valdez, Vince Espinal, and Chris Change scored 21, 20, and 18 points, respectively. UOG's Yobei scored 30 points and Soriano finished with 28 points. Courtesy of: postguam.com |
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| DBL Round 3 of Semi-Finals. Groningen and ZZ Leiden claim wins - by Eurobasket News |
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Den Bosch - Groningen 65-78 Groningen dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Den Bosch's 28. The best player for the winners was Swedish forward Viktor Gaddefors (201-1992, agency: 011 Sports) who scored 24 points and 7 rebounds. American forward Clay Mounce (201-1998, college: Furman) chipped in 17 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Norwegian forward Chris-Ebou Ndow (201-1993, college: NW Missouri St.) who recorded 22 points and 7 rebounds and the former international center Thomas van der Mars (208-1990, college: Portland) added 15 points respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Groningen: V.Gaddefors 24+7reb+3ast, C.Mounce 17+4reb, S.Branch 10+6reb+2ast, V.Taylor 9+3reb+1ast, L.Williams 8+3ast, P.Olisemeka 4+8reb+2ast Den Bosch: C.Ndow 22+7reb+3ast, T.van der Mars 15+1reb+1ast, D.Thomas 7+5reb+3ast, K.Webster 6+4reb, V.Kohs 5+2reb+1ast, B.Van Vliet 5+2reb+3ast ZZ Leiden - Leeuwarden 98-94 ZZ Leiden dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Leeuwarden's 40. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. It was a good game for American guard David Collins (190-1998, college: Clemson) who led his team to a victory with 26 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals. The former international point guard Maarten Bouwknecht (185-1994) contributed with 17 points for the winners. Canadian guard Keevan Veinot (193-1998, college: Dalhousie) answered with 26 points and American forward Kaleb Warner (201-1995, college: WOU) added 13 points in the effort for Leeuwarden. Four Leeuwarden players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: ZZ Leiden: D.Collins 26+7reb+5ast, D.Hammond 18+2reb+1ast, M.Bouwknecht 17+2reb+2ast, R.Schaftenaar 9+6reb+2ast, T.Rutherford 8+4reb, L.Van Bree 6+8reb+3ast Leeuwarden: K.Veinot 26+2reb+3ast, K.Warner 13+4reb+1ast, K.Palsson 11+4reb+2ast, S.Doorson 10+7reb, B.Reinder 9+3reb, T.Kubank 9+6reb+1ast |
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| Subway League Round 4 of Finals. Valur force decider - by Eurobasket News |
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Tindastoll - Valur 69-82 The guests trailed by 15 points after first quarter, but they stormed back and won the game by 13 points. Valur dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Tindastoll's 30. They outrebounded Tindastoll 45-34 including 30 on the defensive glass. The former international forward Kristofer Acox (198-1993, college: Furman) fired a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. The former international guard Kari Jonsson (192-1997, college: Drexel) chipped in 14 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Five Valur players scored in double figures. Irish-British forward Taiwo Badmus (199-1993, college: UVA Wise) produced 28 points and 6 rebounds (made all of his seven free throws) and the former international point guard Sigtryggur Bjornsson (180-1993, college: St.Mary's) added 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Top scorers: Tindastoll: T.Badmus 28+6reb+1ast, S.Bjornsson 19+5reb+5ast, A.Drungilas 10+9reb+2ast, K.Woods 6+3reb+4ast, D.Geks 2+2reb+1ast, S.Thorsteinsson 2+1reb Valur: C.Lawson 17+4reb, K.Acox 16+13reb+2ast, F.Booker 15+5reb+1ast, K.Jonsson 14+5reb+7ast, P.Bertone 11+4reb+5ast, O.Pavlovic 9+8reb+1ast |
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| Gilas Pilipinas dethrones Indonesia, sets up rematch with Cambodia for SEA Games gold - by Eurobasket News |
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Gilas Pilipinas kept its redemption campaign in the Southeast Asian Games alive by exacting revenge on the same team that dislodged it from the top. The Philippines tasted sweet payback as it dethroned Indonesia with a come-from-behind 84-76 victory to advance to the men's 5-on-5 basketball finals at the Morodok Techo Sports Complex here on Monday, May 15. Justin Brownlee (197-F-1988, college: St.John's) put the Filipinos on his back with 34 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 steals, and 2 blocks, hitting a pair of key triples late to propel the Philippines to a rematch with Cambodia for the coveted gold medal. Fielding several naturalized players from the United States, the Cambodians advanced to the finals for the first time ever after disposing of Thailand, 76-66, in the other semifinal pairing. With a short turnaround, Gilas Pilipinas will face Cambodia at 3 pm (4 pm, Manila time) on Tuesday. Indonesia still led 74-70 with four minutes left before Brownlee caught fire, scoring 8 straight points - highlighted by back-to-back treys - to power a 14-0 run that snatched the win for Gilas Pilipinas. Brownlee erupted for 15 points in the fourth quarter alone as he outdueled fellow PBA import Lester Prosper (210-C-1988, college: Old Westbury, agency: YoungGroup Unlimited), who showed the way for Indonesia with 26 points and 9 rebounds. 'The important thing now is we're able to keep him fresh. Hopefully, his body is acclimatizing to the heat, but also the suffocating denseness of the air,' said Philippine head coach Chot Reyes of Brownlee, whose struggles early in the tournament had reportedly been due to the sweltering Cambodian heat and dehydration. 'Hopefully, that (improved form) continues tomorrow. Again, we need him at his best tomorrow.' A repeat of Gilas Pilipinas' heartbreak when it lost the gold to Indonesia in Vietnam last year seemed imminent when the Timnas enjoyed a lead as big as 38-27 after a Prosper triple in the middle of the second frame. Indonesia still held the upper hand at the end of third period, 65-60, until the Philippines brought out its big guns courtesy of Brownlee. 'They threw haymaker after haymaker at us but we just hung in there,' said Reyes. Brandon Ganuelas-Rosser (201-F-1994, college: UC Riverside) backstopped Brownlee with 13 points and 4 rebounds, while Arvin Tolentino (195-F-1995) chipped in 10 points and 3 rebounds. Gilas Pilipinas newcomer Jerom Lastimosa made his presence felt with 9 points, draining timely triples in the opening quarter that kept the Filipinos afloat. Anthony Beane (188-G-1994, college: SIU, agency: Pensack Sports) - a naturalized player like Prosper - finished with 12 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists, and 2 steals for Indonesia, which looks to salvage bronze against Thailand on Tuesday. Courtesy of: rappler.com |
| SEA Games: Thailand won Bronze medals in Cambodia - by Eurobasket News |
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Thailand - Indonesia 83:69 Thailand won Bronze medals in Cambodia at the SEA Games 2023. They overcame Indonesia 83-69 in the game for the third place. Thailand grabbed a 21-14 lead at the start and added a 14-10 rally in the second frame. Both teams exchanged the narrow wins in the second half for the final result. Martin Breunig (203-PF-1992, college: Montana) stepped up with 21 points and Morgan Jakongmee netted 15. Dame Diagne (197-PF-2005) replied with 14 points in the losing effort. |
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The 28-year old power forward had a double-double of 24 points and ten rebounds, while his team beat I.Ness Ziona (#6, 11-16) 103-91. Thanks to this victory H.Tel-Aviv moved-up to the 3rd position in Israeli Winner League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier in Second Stage. H.Tel-Aviv will need more victories to improve their 20-7 record. In the team's last game Ginat had a remarkable 53.8% from 2-point range. He turned to be H.Tel-Aviv's top player in his first season with the team. Tomer Ginat averages this season 12.9ppg and 6.2rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American power forward Maurice Kemp (203-PF-1991) of Bnei Hertzeliya. Kemp impressed basketball fans with 30 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists. It was enough for Bnei Hertzeliya to edge slightly lower-ranked E.Kiryat Ata (#9, 9-18) by 4 points 93-89. Bnei Hertzeliya's 7th position in the standings has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 14-13 record is not bad and everything may still change. Kemp is well-known by Bnei Hertzeliya 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 20.0ppg (#2). He also registered 8.2 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was international forward Roman Sorkin (208-F/C-1996) of top-ranked M.Tel-Aviv. Sorkin scored 22 points and grabbed ten rebounds. He was a key player of M.Tel-Aviv, leading his team to a 89-82 win against #3 ranked H.Tel-Aviv in a game of the week. M.Tel-Aviv confirms their top position in the standings. Sorkin has a very solid season. In 27 games in Israel he scored 11.0ppg. He also has 5.5rpg and FGP: 68.7%. Other top performing players last week: 4. J'Covan Brown (188-G-1990) of H.Tel-Aviv - 19 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists 5. David Efianayi (188-G-1995) of H.Be'er Sheva - 22 points, 4 rebounds and 9 assists 6. Zachary Hankins (211-C-1996) of H.Jerusalem - 16 points and 6 rebounds 7. London Perrantes (187-G-1994) of H.Gilboa Galil - 13 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists 8. Yotam Hanochi (205-F-2000) of E.Kiryat Ata - 22 points and 8 rebounds 9. Gur Lavy (198-F-2001) of H.Haifa - 12 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Shawn Dawson (198-SF-1993) of H.Holon - 24 points, 2 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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| National League Round 5 of Semi-Finals. Hapoel Afula enter Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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H.Afula - E.Netanya 78-68 H.Afula made 27-of-31 free shots (87.1 percent) during the game. H.Afula outrebounded E.Netanya 50-30 including 35 on the defensive glass. 28 personal fouls committed by E.Netanya helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Naturalized Argentinian swingman Lucas Goldenberg (190-1993) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 15 rebounds for the winners and American Jimmy Hall (203-1994, college: Kent St.) chipped in 22 points and 12 rebounds. Guard Ethan Butler (190-2002) responded with 20 points and 5 rebounds and American center Justin Robinson (206-1996, college: Duke) scored 14 points, 7 rebounds and 5 blocks. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: H.Afula: L.Goldenberg 26+15reb+3ast, J.Hall 22+12reb+3ast, K.Zorno 19+6reb, T.Fitzpatrick 3+9reb+4ast, A.Druker 3+1reb, R.Netzia 2+1ast E.Netanya: B.Ethan 20+5reb+3ast, J.Robinson 14+7reb, S.Ben 12+2reb+3ast, J.Lewis 8+2reb+1ast, A.Aminu 8+9reb+1ast, D.Sahar 4+2reb+2ast |
| National League Round 4 of Semi-Finals. WIns for Elitzur Ashkelon and Elitzur Netanya - by Eurobasket News |
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E.Ashkelon - M.Ramat Gan 83-79 30 personal fouls committed by M.Ramat Gan helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized Polish guard Gal Gilinski (195-1995, agency: Avi Zilberman) who helped to win the game recording 8 points, 9 rebounds and 10 assists and American forward Dakarai Tucker (196-1994, college: Utah, agency: BIG) who added 19 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side American guard Kevin Capers (188-1993, college: FSC, agency: BIG) responded with 22 points and 7 assists and his fellow American import forward Demetrius Treadwell (201-1991, college: Akron) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. Four E.Ashkelon and five M.Ramat Gan players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: E.Ashkelon: D.Tucker 19+6reb+1ast, T.Gipson 16+4reb, C.Rosenberg 15+7reb+1ast, S.Harush 12+2reb+5ast, S.David 10+7reb, G.Gilinski 8+9reb+10ast M.Ramat Gan: K.Capers 22+1reb+7ast, H.Dadon 15+3reb+2ast, D.Rosenbaum 12+4reb+2ast, D.Treadwell 11+14reb+4ast, E.Hirsh 10+7reb+2ast, A.Aharoni 6+2reb+4ast E.Netanya - H.Afula 85-69 E.Netanya made 21-of-26 charity shots (80.8 percent) during the game. The winners were led by American center Justin Robinson (206-1996, college: Duke) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds and guard Ben Saraf (195-2006) supported him with 21 points. Four E.Netanya players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 17 points and 11 rebounds by American Jimmy Hall (203-1994, college: Kent St.) did not help to save the game for H.Afula. Naturalized Argentinian swingman Lucas Goldenberg (190-1993) added 16 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: E.Netanya: S.Ben 21+4reb+2ast, J.Robinson 19+11reb+2ast, B.Ethan 15+4reb+6ast, A.Aminu 10+10reb+2ast, I.Ariel 6+3reb, D.Sahar 6+1reb+1ast H.Afula: J.Hall 17+11reb+2ast, L.Goldenberg 16+8reb+1ast, T.Asayag 14+1reb+2ast, T.Fitzpatrick 5+3reb+3ast, K.Zorno 5+2reb+5ast, R.Netzia 4+5reb |
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| B2 League Round 3 of Semi-Finals. Nagasaki join Saga in title series - by Eurobasket News |
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Chiba - Nagasaki 86-91 Nagasaki looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. It was a great evening for American forward Matt Bonds (196-1995, college: St.Michael's) who led his team to a victory scoring 33 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds. His fellow American import forward Jeffrey Gibbs (188-1980, college: Otterbein) helped adding 15 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. Nagasaki's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was American power forward Evan Ravenel (204-1989, college: Ohio St.) with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Kei Sugimoto (182-1992) produced a double-double by scoring 24 points and 13 assists. Top scorers: Chiba: K.Sugimoto 24+4reb+13ast, E.Ravenel 23+16reb+4ast, T.Kida 19+2reb, B.Ashley 8+10reb+1ast, Y.Otsuka 6+1ast, D.Kobayashi 6+1reb Nagasaki: M.Bonds 33+6reb+1ast, T.Kanji 15+5reb+4ast, J.Gibbs 15+7reb+8ast, M.Karimata 9+3reb+4ast, K.Matsumoto 8+3reb+6ast, P.Aguilar 5+5reb+4ast |
| B1 League Round 3 of Quarter-Finals. Alvark Tokyo and Chiba Jets enter semifinal stage - by Eurobasket News |
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Shimane SM - Alvark Tokyo 82-83 The best player for the winners was Spanish Sebastian Saiz (205-1994, college: Ole Miss) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds. American center Alex Kirk (211-1991, college: N.Mexico, agency: Pensack Sports) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Perrin Buford (198-1994, college: MTSU, agency: Pensack Sports) who recorded a triple-double by scoring 27 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists and the former international guard Seiya Ando (184-1992) added 16 points respectively. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Alvark Tokyo: S.Ando 19+4reb+2ast, S.Saiz 17+12reb+3ast, O.Taiki 16+1reb+2ast, Z.Baranski 14+3reb+3ast, A.Kirk 12+10reb+5ast, Y.Hirotaka 3+1reb+2ast Shimane SM: P.Buford 27+15reb+10ast, S.Ando 16+4reb+2ast, D.Taniguchi 12+1reb+2ast, N.Kay 10+2reb+2ast, R.Shirahama 10+3reb+1ast, R.Travis 7+2reb Chiba Jets - Hiroshima D. 96-91 Chiba Jets players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. It was a good game for the former international point guard Yuki Togashi (170-1993) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 assists. American forward John Mooney (206-1998, college: Notre Dame, agency: Pensack Sports) contributed with 24 points and 6 rebounds (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners. Four Chiba Jets players scored in double figures. American forward Dwayne Evans (201-1992, college: St.Louis, agency: Pensack Sports) answered with 26 points and 5 assists and the other American import forward Kerry Blackshear Jr (208-1997, college: Florida) added 20 points and 4 assists in the effort for Hiroshima D. Top scorers: Chiba Jets: J.Mooney 24+6reb, V.Law 19+7reb+3ast, Y.Togashi 19+1reb+14ast, C.Smith 12+5reb+3ast, T.Sato 9, G.Edwards 7+10reb+1ast Hiroshima D.: D.Evans 26+4reb+5ast, K.Blackshear Jr. 20+2reb+4ast, T.Ryo 18+2reb+6ast, S.Funyu 9+4reb+1ast, N.Mayo 7+6reb+2ast, N.Tsuji 5+1reb+1ast |
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| Skylar Wicks will continue his college career at The University of Incarnate Word - by Eurobasket News | |
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The University of Incarnate Word inked 22-year old 6-6 guard Skylar Wicks for upcoming season. Wicks originally came from Brooklyn (NY), and he is moving here from State College of Florida (NJCAA) where he played only for one year. In 28 games he averaged impressive 16.5ppg, 5.6rpg and 2.9apg. He played also at Missouri State University in 2020-2022. Wicks helped his team make it to the MVC Tournament Semifinals in 2021. He graduated Surge Christian Academy (Clearwater, FL) in 2020, which he joined from DePaul Catholic High. |
| Bryson Dawkins commits to Itawamba Community College - by Eurobasket News | |
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Itawamba Community College signed forward Bryson Dawkins (6'4''-205lbs) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Dothan (AL) native moved there from University of North Alabama (NCAA Division I) where he spent his freshman year. In 20 games he had 3.7ppg and 2.0rpg last season. Dawkins' high school career he had spent at Carroll in Ozark, AL, which he graduated in 2022. |
| Saiyd Burnside transfers to Connors State - by Eurobasket News | |
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Connors State College added to their roster forward Saiyd Burnside (6'9''-209lbs) for season 2023-24. Greenville (SC) native played for the last two years at Florida A&M University (NCAA Division I). But in 19 games he recorded just 1.6ppg and 2.1rpg last season. Burnside graduated Greenville (SC) High in 2021. |
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Kuwait Club earned the inaugural WASL Gulf title. They knocked down Manama 95-85 in Game 2 of the Finals to conquer the trophy. Marcus Georges-Hunt (196-F-1994, college: Georgia Tech, agency: Pensack Sports) nailed 35 points, issued 7 assists and grabbed 6 rebounds to pace the winners. Kuwait sank 24 points in the first period to eke out a 2-point lead. They followed with a 23-17 run in the second term to gain an 8-point halftime lead. Manama shifted the gear in the third term pulling within a single point at the final break. But Kuwait Club unloaded 31 points in the fourth stanza to get away with the victory. Cady Lalanne (208-C-1992, college: UMass) tallied 18 points and 14 rebounds in the win. Travin Thibodeaux (203-F-1996, college: New Orleans) answered with 21 points and 10 rebounds for Al Manama.
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| SEA Games: Singapore finishes 7th with the win over Laos - by Eurobasket News |
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Laos - Singapore 49:84 Singapore finished 7th at the SEA Games with the win over Laos, 84-49. They started with a 31-11 lead and never looked behind after. Xavier Ng (188-G-2000) top-scored for the winners with 20 points and Qing-Huang Toh (183-SG-1995) nailed 12. Shi-Yu Ng (197-F-2000) followed them with 11 points in the losing effort. Siphandone Lothalath answered with 11 points in a loss. |
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Sagesse - Al Riyadi 93-96 Al Riyadi made 18-of-21 charity shots (85.7 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for the former international guard Amir Saoud (186-1991) who led his team to a victory scoring 15 points and 4 assists. American guard Kevin Murphy (197-1990, college: Tenn Tech) helped adding 18 points. The best for the losing side was American power forward Cliff Alexander (203-1995, college: Kansas, agency: MSG) with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds and the former international guard Sergio El Darwich (193-1996, college: Maine) scored 19 points and 6 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Sagesse's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Sagesse: S.El Darwich 19+3reb+6ast, C.Alexander 17+11reb, K.Roach II 15+2reb+5ast, P.Bou Abboud 15+6reb+1ast, M.Rudy 6+2ast, A.Mezher 4+3reb+11ast Al Riyadi: K.Murphy 18+2reb+1ast, D.Reath 15+5reb+1ast, A.Saoud 15+2reb+4ast, W.Arakji 10+5reb+5ast, H.Gyokchyan 7+1reb+2ast, A.Mansour 6+2reb+2ast Dynamo - Beirut Club 98-83 Dynamo had a 31-20 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a good game for South Sudanese-Australian center Jo Lual-Acuil Jr (213-1994, college: Baylor) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 13 rebounds and 4 blocks. The former international point guard Jad Khalil (186-1996) contributed with 14 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners. Five Dynamo players scored in double figures. American Shabazz Muhammad (198-1992, college: UCLA) answered with a double-double by scoring 39 points (!!!) and 13 rebounds and the former international power forward Mohamad Haidar (203-1990, college: Michigan Tech) added 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Beirut Club. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Beirut Club: S.Muhammad 39+13reb+3ast, M.Haidar 15+5reb+4ast, O.Jamaleddine 11+4reb+2ast, R.Akl 4+4reb+5ast, N.Rabay 4+3reb, J.Massih 3+1reb Dynamo: J.Lual-Acuil Jr. 23+13reb+2ast, A.Mahmoud 14+3reb+2ast, J.Khalil 14+8reb+8ast, K.Ezzeddine 11+4reb+3ast, Z.Lofton 10+4reb+8ast, M.Alkhoury 10+4reb+1ast |
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| D1 Round 5: Ahly Benghazi hands first loss to Ahly Tripoli - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Ahly Tripoli (4-1) at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by Ahly Benghazi (5-0) 84-76. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Ahly Tripoli. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Undefeated Ahly Benghazi have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 5-0 record, which they share with Al Ittihad. Defending champion Ahly Tripoli keeps the third position with one game lost. They share it with Al Nasr. Ahly Benghazi is looking forward to face league's second-placed Al Ittihad in Tripoli in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Ahly Tripoli will play at home against Al Nasr and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Important game to mention about took place in Tripoli. Leader Al Ittihad (5-0) saved a 2-point victory at home edging 4th placed Al Nasr (4-1) 72-70 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Al Nasr. It was a key game for the top position in the league. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Al Ittihad. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Ahly Benghazi. Al Nasr at the other side dropped to the third place with one game lost. They share the position with Ahly Tripoli. Al Ittihad will play against league's leader Ahly Benghazi at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Al Nasr will play against Ahly Tripoli and it may be a tough game between close rivals. A very close game took place in Benghazi between Al Hilal and Al Madina. Fifth ranked Al Hilal (1-4) got a very close home victory over bottom-ranked Al Madina (0-5). Al Hilal managed to escape with a 3-point win 66-63 on Sunday evening. Al Hilal maintains fifth place with 1-4 record, which they share with Al Morog. It was Al Madina's fifth loss in a row. They still close the standings with five games lost. They share the position with Shabab. Al Hilal will meet at home bottom-ranked Shabab (#8) in the next round. Al Madina will play against Al Morog in Almarj and hopes to get finally their first victory. In the last game of round 5 winless Shabab was beaten by Al Morog on the road 84-73.
Ahly Tripoli - Ahly Benghazi 76-84 The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Ahly Tripoli (4-1) at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by Ahly Benghazi (5-0) 84-76. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Ahly Tripoli. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Ahly Benghazi have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 5-0 record, which they share with Al Ittihad. Defending champion Ahly Tripoli keeps the third position with one game lost. They share it with Al Nasr. Ahly Benghazi is looking forward to face league's second-placed Al Ittihad in Tripoli in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Ahly Tripoli will play at home against Al Nasr and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Al Ittihad - Al Nasr 72-70 Important game to mention about took place in Tripoli. Leader Al Ittihad (5-0) saved a 2-point victory at home edging 4th placed Al Nasr (4-1) 72-70 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Al Nasr. It was a key game for the top position in the league. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Al Ittihad. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Ahly Benghazi. Al Nasr at the other side dropped to the third place with one game lost. They share the position with Ahly Tripoli. Al Ittihad will play against league's leader Ahly Benghazi at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Al Nasr will play against Ahly Tripoli and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Al Morog - Shabab 84-73 Everything could happen in Almarj at the game between two tied teams. Both seventh ranked Al Morog and bottom-ranked Shabab had identical 0-4 record. This time Al Morog used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Tripoli 84-73 on Sunday night. Al Morog (1-4) left bottom position moving up to fifth place, which they share with Al Hilal. It was Shabab's fifth loss in a row. They still close the standings with five games lost. They share the position with Al Madina. Al Morog will meet at home Al Madina (#7) in the next round. Shabab will play against Al Hilal in Benghazi and hopes to get finally their first victory. Al Hilal - Al Madina 66-63 A very close game took place in Benghazi between Al Hilal and Al Madina. Fifth ranked Al Hilal (1-4) got a very close home victory over bottom-ranked Al Madina (0-5). Al Hilal managed to escape with a 3-point win 66-63 on Sunday evening. Al Hilal maintains fifth place with 1-4 record, which they share with Al Morog. It was Al Madina's fifth loss in a row. They still close the standings with five games lost. They share the position with Shabab. Al Hilal will meet at home bottom-ranked Shabab (#8) in the next round. Al Madina will play against Al Morog in Almarj and hopes to get finally their first victory. |
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Neptunas - Rytas 91-95 Rytas made 19-of-24 charity shots (79.2 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 28 assists. Neptunas was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. International Gytis Radzevicius (197-1995) scored 11 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international center Evaldas Kairys (207-1990) chipped in 14 points and 5 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) during the contest. The former international forward Deividas Gailius (200-1988, agency: Octagon Europe) responded with 20 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and center Oskaras Pleikys (202-2001, agency: BIG) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. Five Rytas and four Neptunas players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: Rytas: K.McCullum 15+3reb+1ast, E.Kairys 14+5reb+2ast, J.Gorham 13+5reb+1ast, G.Radzevicius 11+6reb+5ast, M.Foster 11+3reb+5ast, J.Echenique 7+1reb+1ast Neptunas: D.Gailius 20+7reb+4ast, M.Jogela 15+4reb+5ast, Z.Janavicius 13+5reb+4ast, N.Mineikis 12+1reb, P.Oskaras 12+11reb+6ast, V.Matas 9+3ast Jonava - Wolves 80-75 Jonava made 21-of-25 free shots (84.0 percent) during the game. 28 personal fouls committed by Wolves helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Serbian center Goran Huskic (210-1992, college: Howard Col., TX) orchestrated the victory by scoring 18 points and 6 rebounds. American point guard Glynn Watson Jr (185-1997, college: Nebraska) contributed with 18 points for the winners. American guard Ahmad Caver (188-1996, college: ODU) replied with 22 points and 4 assists and his fellow American import power forward Jerai Grant (203-1989, college: Clemson, agency: Octagon Europe) added 16 points and 5 rebounds (perfect from the field making all six shots) in the effort for Wolves. Wolves' coach Rimas Kurtinaitis rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Jonava: G.Watson Jr. 18+3reb+3ast, G.Huskic 18+6reb+2ast, D.Bickauskis 16+2reb+5ast, E.Seskus 9+3reb, J.Garrett 8+10reb+2ast, M.Laksa 8+1reb Wolves: A.Caver 22+1reb+4ast, J.Grant 16+5reb+2ast, A.Juskevicius 14+2reb+1ast, R.Kelly 8+5reb, E.Zukauskas 7+7reb, M.Lukauskis 4+3reb+1ast Nevezis - Zalgiris 86-92 Zalgiris looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The former international Edgaras Ulanovas (199-1992) notched 20 points and 7 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and the former international center Laurynas Birutis (213-1997) supported him with 8 points and 7 rebounds. Even a double-double of 15 points and 12 rebounds by Belgian Tim Lambrecht (207-1998) did not help to save the game for Nevezis. American forward Deshawn Freeman (201-1994, college: Rutgers, agency: One Motive Sports) added 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the hosts. Five Nevezis players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Zalgiris: E.Ulanovas 20+7reb+2ast, L.Lekavicius 12+1reb+2ast, I.Taylor 10+2reb+3ast, I.Brazdeikis 9+4reb+1ast, K.Lukosiunas 9+1reb, L.Birutis 8+7reb+2ast Nevezis: D.Freeman 16+6reb+4ast, D.Darryl 15+1reb+2ast, T.Lambrecht 15+12reb+2ast, B.Davison 15+6reb+3ast, M.Valinskas 10+4reb+7ast, S.Titas 6+2reb Juventus - Lietkabelis 86-77 Juventus made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Juventus made 9 blocks. American guard Jon Davis (190-1996, college: Charlotte) notched 19 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and the other American import center Reggie Lynch (207-1994, college: Minnesota) supported him with 13 points, 5 rebounds and 4 blocks. Four Juventus players scored in double figures. Even 18 points by forward Gediminas Orelik (199-1990) did not help to save the game for Lietkabelis. American guard Jorden Randell (186-1996, college: N.Texas) added 15 points for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Juventus: J.Davis 19+6reb+5ast, M.Paliukenas 14+1reb+2ast, R.Lynch 13+5reb+2ast, E.Sederevicius 11+1reb, J.Alston 8+6reb+2ast, Z.Skucas 6+1reb Lietkabelis: G.Orelik 18+2reb+1ast, J.Randell 15+2reb+2ast, J.Morris 13+1reb+4ast, G.Maldunas 8+7reb+1ast, V.Lipkevicius 7+5reb+2ast, N.Popovic 6+2reb |
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| SEA Games: Malaysia clinch 5th place beating Vietnam - by Eurobasket News |
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Malaysia - Vietnam 94:83 Malaysia clinched 5th place at the SEA Games beating Vietnam 94-83. They opened the game with a 31-23 run and led 6 points at the halftime. Malaysia won the third quarter 20-14, whilst Vietnam closed the game with a 20-19 rally. Yi-Hou Wong (195-F-1996) top-scored for the winners with 25 points and Zi-Fueng Chang (196-PF-1997) nailed 15. Tam Dinh Thanh (192-SG-1990) answered with 22 points in defeat. |
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Round 17 most important game was a victory of Caballeros de Culiacan over 5th ranked Venados 105-96 on Friday night. Caballeros de Culiacan made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 52.0 percentage. American guard Jarron Cumberland (196-1997, college: Cincinnati) orchestrated the victory by scoring 31 points. Colombian Michaell Jackson (190-1987) contributed with 27 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. American guard Jeff Ledbetter (191-1988, college: Idaho, agency: Slash Sports) answered with 27 points, 8 assists and 5 steals for Venados. Venados' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Caballeros de Culiacan (18-16) moved-up to second place, which they share with Tijuana and Astros. Venados lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with 17 games lost. Another interesting game for Caballeros de Culiacan (18-16) which played in Mazatlan against Venados (17-17). Fourth ranked Caballeros de Culiacan had an easy win 111-99. American guard Jarron Cumberland (196-1997, college: Cincinnati) stepped up and scored 28 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 8 steals for the winners and Michaell Jackson chipped in 21 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. American guard Jeff Ledbetter (191-1988, college: Idaho, agency: Slash Sports) responded with 24 points and 8 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Caballeros de Culiacan moved-up to second place, which they share with Tijuana and Astros. Venados lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with 17 games lost. Very important is a road loss of second ranked Astros (18-16) against fourth ranked Tijuana Zonkeys (18-16) on Friday night. Visiting Astros were defeated by Tijuana Zonkeys in a tough game in Tijuana 91-99. American players dominated the game. Joshua Webster nailed a triple-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds and 15 assists for the winning side. Jordan Loveridge came up with 28 points and 6 rebounds (perfect behind the arc making all five shots) for Astros in the defeat. Astros' coach Ariel Rearte tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Tijuana Zonkeys moved-up to second place, which they share with Culiacan and Astros. There were no big surprises in other games of round 17: Hermosillo beat Guaymas on the road 104-88. Bottom-ranked Obregon won against Los Mochis on its own court 102-98. Hermosillo managed to outperform Guaymas in a road game 89-80. Bottom-ranked Obregon recorded a loss to Los Mochis at home 121-128. Astros was defeated by Tijuana on the opponent's court 92-87.
Guaymas - Hermosillo 88-104 No shocking result in a game when first ranked Rayos de Hermosillo (28-6) beat on the road 7th ranked Ostioneros de Guaymas (12-22) 104-88 on Friday. Rayos de Hermosillo shot 62.5 percent from the field. American players dominated the game. Guard Jimond Ivey (196-1996, college: Akron) nailed 27 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and forward Aaron Wheeler (206-1998, college: St.John's) accounted for 22 points. Point guard Roddy Peters (193-1995, college: Nicholls St.) came up with 28 points and 5 assists and power forward Anthony Smith (201-1997, college: Murray St.) added 16 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Ostioneros de Guaymas in the defeat. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Rayos de Hermosillo have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 28-6 record. Ostioneros de Guaymas at the other side keep the seventh position with 22 games lost. Top scorers: Hermosillo: J.Ivey 27+5reb+4ast, A.Wheeler 22+4reb+1ast, N.Eastern 15+5reb+3ast, J.Bird 15+4ast, T.Brown-Soares 13+8reb+2ast, T.Drisdom 7+3reb+1ast Guaymas: R.Peters 28+4reb+5ast, A.Lillard 20+2reb+1ast, A.Smith 16+9reb+1ast, M.Cairo 11+6reb+3ast, M.Crawford 11+2reb+2ast, D.Eros 2+1reb+1ast Obregon - Los Mochis 102-98 There was a minor upset when 6th ranked Pioneros Los Mochis (14-20) lost on the road to bottom-ranked Halcones de Ciudad Obregon (11-23) 102-98 on Friday. American guard Jimmy Whitt (190-1997, college: Arkansas, agency: Interperformances) nailed a double-double by scoring 26 points and 13 assists for the winning side and international center Alejandro Reyna (206-1997, agency: ROCKIN SPORTS) accounted for 17 points and 17 rebounds. Swiss point guard Jordan Stevens (182-1994, college: Midwestern St.) came up with 20 points and 5 assists and American guard Kennedy Jones (188-1989, college: Arlington Baptist) added 21 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Pioneros Los Mochis in the defeat. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Halcones de Ciudad Obregon maintains eighth place with 11-23 record. Pioneros Los Mochis at the other side keep the sixth position with 20 games lost. Top scorers: Obregon: J.Whitt 26+3reb+13ast, R.Alejandro 17+17reb+2ast, T.Farmer 15+7reb, J.Bland 12+4reb+3ast, J.Everett 11+5reb, J.Canty 10+5reb Los Mochis: K.Jones 21+5reb+2ast, J.Stevens 20+4reb+5ast, K.Alexander 18+9reb+1ast, D.Robinson 14+3reb+2ast, J.Sandifer 12+3reb, C.Alberto 6+6reb Mazatlan - Culiacan 96-105 Round 17 most important game was a victory of Caballeros de Culiacan over 5th ranked Venados 105-96 on Friday night. Caballeros de Culiacan made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 52.0 percentage. American guard Jarron Cumberland (196-1997, college: Cincinnati) orchestrated the victory by scoring 31 points. Colombian Michaell Jackson (190-1987) contributed with 27 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. American guard Jeff Ledbetter (191-1988, college: Idaho, agency: Slash Sports) answered with 27 points, 8 assists and 5 steals and the other American import center Alonzo Stafford (200-1993, college: CCC) added 22 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Venados. Venados' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Caballeros de Culiacan (18-16) moved-up to second place, which they share with Tijuana and Astros. Venados lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with 17 games lost. Top scorers: Culiacan: J.Cumberland 31+4reb+3ast, M.Jackson 27+5reb+3ast, T.Kirk 16+4reb+3ast, C.Juan 8+4reb+3ast, T.Kapita 8+6reb, M.Tarrance 8+4reb+1ast Mazatlan: J.Ledbetter 27+4reb+8ast, A.Stafford 22+7reb+2ast, J.Felton 20+1reb+2ast, W.Alex Kaye 8+1reb+3ast, M.Pedro 4+1reb, J.Casillas 4+3reb+3ast Tijuana - Astros 99-91 Very important is a road loss of second ranked Astros (18-16) against fourth ranked Tijuana Zonkeys (18-16) on Friday night. Visiting Astros were defeated by Tijuana Zonkeys in a tough game in Tijuana 91-99. Tijuana Zonkeys looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American players dominated the game. Guard Joshua Webster (190-1997, college: Missouri St.) nailed a triple-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds and 15 assists for the winning side and Akia Pruitt (203-1997, college: UNCP) accounted for 31 points and 10 rebounds. Forward Jordan Loveridge (198-1993, college: Utah) came up with 28 points and 6 rebounds (perfect behind the arc making all five shots) and guard Shamorie Ponds (185-1998, college: St.John's) added 23 points respectively for Astros in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Astros' coach Ariel Rearte tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Tijuana Zonkeys moved-up to second place, which they share with Culiacan and Astros. Top scorers: Tijuana: A.Pruitt 31+10reb, J.Webster 20+10reb+15ast, I.Alvarado 17+6reb+3ast, G.McCray 10+2reb+1ast, A.Young 10+1reb+3ast, E.Garibay 9+4reb Astros: J.Loveridge 28+6reb+1ast, S.Ponds 23+4reb+3ast, K.Rodriguez 18+3reb+5ast, J.Machado 10+4reb+1ast, J.Anderson 9+3reb+7ast, M.Kenneth 2+1reb Mazatlan - Culiacan 99-111 Another interesting game for Caballeros de Culiacan (18-16) which played in Mazatlan against Venados (17-17). Fourth ranked Caballeros de Culiacan had an easy win 111-99. Caballeros de Culiacan made 22-of-29 charity shots (75.9 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Venados turnovers and outrebounded them 38-25 including 23 on the defensive glass. American guard Jarron Cumberland (196-1997, college: Cincinnati) stepped up and scored 28 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 8 steals for the winners and Colombian Michaell Jackson (190-1987) chipped in 21 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. American guard Jeff Ledbetter (191-1988, college: Idaho, agency: Slash Sports) responded with 24 points and 8 assists and the other American import power forward Alex Kaye Williams (203-1993) scored 15 points. Five Caballeros de Culiacan and four Venados players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Caballeros de Culiacan moved-up to second place, which they share with Tijuana and Astros. Venados lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with 17 games lost. Top scorers: Culiacan: J.Cumberland 28+8reb+4ast, T.Kirk 22+5reb+4ast, M.Jackson 21+6reb+6ast, C.Juan 12+6reb, D.Soto 11+6reb+1ast, M.Tarrance 6+1reb+1ast Mazatlan: J.Ledbetter 24+3reb+8ast, J.Felton 17+1ast, W.Alex Kaye 15+4reb+1ast, V.Ricardo 13, A.Stafford 11+2reb+1ast, V.Boumann 6+6reb+1ast Guaymas - Hermosillo 80-89 Very predictable result when first ranked Rayos de Hermosillo (28-6) won against on the road 7th ranked Ostioneros de Guaymas (12-22) 89-80 on Saturday. Rayos de Hermosillo shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 56.0 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American players dominated also this game. Guard Jimond Ivey (196-1996, college: Akron) nailed 27 points and 6 assists for the winning side and forward Aaron Wheeler (206-1998, college: St.John's) accounted for 26 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists (perfect behind the arc making all six shots !!!). Guard Antwon Lillard (198-1995, college: BGSU) came up with 22 points and 6 assists and point guard Roddy Peters (193-1995, college: Nicholls St.) added 17 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for Ostioneros de Guaymas in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Rayos de Hermosillo have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 28-6 record. Ostioneros de Guaymas at the other side keep the seventh position with 22 games lost. Top scorers: Hermosillo: J.Ivey 27+4reb+6ast, A.Wheeler 26+6reb+5ast, N.Eastern 13+7reb+5ast, J.Camacho 10+2reb+2ast, J.Bird 9+2reb+1ast, T.Brown-Soares 4+8reb+4ast Guaymas: A.Lillard 22+4reb+6ast, A.Smith 20+6reb, R.Peters 17+5reb+6ast, M.Crawford 14+6reb+4ast, A.Tarke 5+2reb+1ast, M.Cairo 2+3reb Obregon - Los Mochis 121-128 Not a big story in a game when 8th ranked Halcones de Ciudad Obregon (11-23) lost at home to sixth ranked Pioneros Los Mochis (14-20) 128-121 on Saturday. Pioneros Los Mochis made 20-of-21 free shots (95.2 percent) during the game. Swiss point guard Jordan Stevens (182-1994, college: Midwestern St.) nailed a double-double by scoring 52 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 15 assists for the winning side and American power forward Kwame Alexander (201-1990, college: CSUSB, agency: BIG) accounted for 28 points and 9 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field). American guard Jaylen Bland (193-1993, college: UC Riverside) came up with 24 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international Jose Estrada (190-1994, agency: ROCKIN SPORTS) added 29 points (perfect behind the arc making all six shots !!!) (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field) respectively for Halcones de Ciudad Obregon in the defeat. Five Pioneros Los Mochis and four Halcones de Ciudad Obregon players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Pioneros Los Mochis maintains sixth place with 14-20 record. Halcones de Ciudad Obregon at the other side stay at the bottom position with 23 games lost. Top scorers: Los Mochis: J.Stevens 52+6reb+15ast, K.Alexander 28+9reb, J.Zesati 14+6reb+2ast, J.Sandifer 10+5reb+1ast, D.Robinson 10+4reb, D.Dingle 8+3reb+1ast Obregon: J.Estrada 29+4reb+3ast, J.Everett 28+5reb+2ast, J.Bland 24+8reb+5ast, J.Canty 16+6reb+1ast, G.Gillard 9+4reb, J.Whitt 5+8ast Tijuana - Astros 92-87 There was a small surprise when fourth ranked Tijuana Zonkeys (18-16) defeated at home second-ranked Astros (18-16) 92-87 on Saturday. They outrebounded Astros 48-28 including a 36-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. American players dominated also this game. Guard Joshua Webster (190-1997, college: Missouri St.) nailed a triple-double by scoring 19 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists for the winning side and Anthony Young (200-1989, college: KWC) accounted for 25 points and 6 rebounds. Four Tijuana Zonkeys players scored in double figures. Lagerald Vick (196-1997, college: Kansas) came up with 32 points and 4 assists and forward Jordan Loveridge (198-1993, college: Utah) added 21 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Astros in the defeat. Astros' coach Ariel Rearte let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Tijuana Zonkeys moved-up to second place, which they share with Culiacan and Astros. Top scorers: Tijuana: A.Young 25+6reb+1ast, J.Webster 19+13reb+10ast, A.Pruitt 13+5reb, G.McCray 13+4reb, E.Garibay 12+7reb+3ast, I.Alvarado 8+12reb+4ast Astros: L.Vick 32+1reb+4ast, J.Loveridge 21+6reb+1ast, S.Ponds 14+4reb+4ast, J.Machado 8+4reb+1ast, K.Rodriguez 7+6ast, J.Anderson 4+6reb+2ast |
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He got a double-double of 52 points and 15 assists, while his team beat Obregon (#8, 11-23) 128-121. Los Mochis maintains the 6th position in Mexican league. Los Mochis 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 14-20 record. In the team's last game Stevens had a remarkable 61.9% from 2-point range and got four three-pointers out of 9 attempts. He just recently signed at Los Mochis, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Midwestern State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Stevens is league's best scorer averaging so far 26.5ppg. Stevens is in league's top in assists (5th best: 4.7apg) and averages solid 52.7% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Akia Pruitt (203-PF-1997) of Tijuana. He is American forward in his first season at Tijuana. In the last game Pruitt recorded impressive double-double of 31 points and 10 rebounds. Of course Tijuana cruised to a 99-91 relatively comfortable win over slightly higher-ranked Astros (18-16). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Tijuana consolidated its place in top 4 of the standings. His team's 18-16 record is not bad at all. Pruitt is one of the most experienced players at Tijuana and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to guard Jarron Cumberland (196-G-1997) of Culiacan (#3). Cumberland showcased his all-around game by recording 28 points, eight rebounds and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of Culiacan, leading his team to a 111-99 win against slightly lower-ranked Mazatlan (#5, 17-17). Culiacan needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 18 victories and 16 lost games. Cumberland has a great season in Mexico. After 12 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 20.8ppg (4th best). He also has 2.6spg and FGP: 51.0%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Joshua Webster (190-G-1997) of Tijuana - 20 points, 10 rebounds and 15 assists 5. Kwame Alexander (201-F/C-1990) of Los Mochis - 28 points and 9 rebounds 6. Jimond Ivey (196-G-1996) of Hermosillo - 27 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Jose Estrada (190-SG-1994) of Obregon - 29 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Jimmy Whitt (190-G-1997) of Obregon - 26 points, 3 rebounds and 13 assists 9. Alejandro Reyna (206-C-1997) of Obregon - 17 points, 17 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Michaell Jackson (190-PF-1987) of Culiacan - 27 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Nicolas Tingling will continue his college career at Faulkner - by Eurobasket News |
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Faulkner University tabbed 6-1 guard Nicolas Tingling. Port Saint Lucie (FL) native played for the last two years at Arkansas State University (NCAA Division I). But in 9 games he averaged just 0.7ppg this season. Tingling has played high school basketball at Cardinal Newman in West Palm Beach, FL, which he graduated in 2021. Faulkner University roster for 2022-23: Daniel Garmendia Derrick Donigan Trace Hill Elijah Jones JC Norris CJ Hines Jeffrey Selden Trey Williams Mike Murry Isaiah Brooks Nicolas Tingling Jonathan Garcia RJ Comer Christian Zitney Aidan Carter Raygan Edmondson T.J. Williams Jeffery Sheldon Coach: Scott Sanderson (via @VerbalCommits) |
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| Tatum sets Game 7 record with 51 points, Celtics beat 76ers 112-88 - by Eurobasket News |
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Jayson Tatum (6'8''-F/G-1998, college: Duke) gave Boston a long-overdue fast start and followed it up with a finish the NBA had never seen before. After struggling in back-to-back games, Tatum erupted for 51 points - the most in a Game 7 in history - and the Celtics beat the Philadelphia 76ers 112-88 on Sunday to advance to the Eastern Conference finals for the second straight year. One game after missing 14 of his first 15 shots only to awaken in the fourth quarter in time to save their season, Tatum scored 25 in the back-and-forth first half and 17 more in Boston's 33-10 third quarter that turned a three-point lead into a runaway. The Celtics, who lost to the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals last year, will face the Miami Heat in the East finals for the second straight season. Game 1 is on Wednesday in Boston. 'I was relieved just to get another chance. Our season could have been over after Game 6,' said Tatum, who broke the Game 7 record of 50 points Stephen Curry set two weeks ago. 'It definitely was on my mind that I had played as bad as it could get, for 43 minutes. 'We had a saying: 'It's only up from here.'' Tatum added 13 rebounds and Jaylen Brown (6'6''-G/F-1996, college: California) scored 25 points for Boston, which rallied from a 3-2 deficit in the series to keep alive their hopes for an unprecedented 18th NBA championship. 'You always come into a series with the expectation of how it's supposed to go,' said Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla , who is in his first year as an NBA head coach after being promoted on the eve of training camp after Ime Udoka was suspended. 'That's not how the playoffs are.' Tatum was subbed out of the game with three minutes left to a standing ovation from the crowd, which soon broke out in a 'Beat the Heat!' chant. Miami beat Boston in six games in the 2020 East finals and the Celtics took a seven-game matchup last season. 'It's the best time of the year,' Tatum said. 'As a competitor, I love the opportunity.' Newly crowned NBA MVP Joel Embiid (7'0''-C/F-1994, college: Kansas) scored 15 points on 5-for-18 shooting, and Tobias Harris scored 19 for Philadelphia. The Sixers lost in the conference semifinals for the third straight year, and the fifth time in six seasons; they have not gotten any farther since reaching the NBA Finals in 2001 despite 'The Process' - tanking their way to four top-three draft picks in a row, including Embiid. 'I thought we had the right group. I really did,' said Sixers coach Doc Rivers , who was on the Boston bench when the Celtics won it all in 2008. 'We played great all year and this loss absolutely diminishes what we did this year in some way. ... I think this team is headed right. I thought we took another step this season. And then tonight I think we took a step backward. But that's OK. That happens, too.' Tatum started 0 for 6 in a Game 5 loss and missed 14 of his first 15 shots overall from the floor in Game 6 before making four 3-pointers in the final 4:14 to force the decisive seventh game. He picked up where he left off, scoring Boston's first basket and 11 points in the first quarter, 14 more in the second and outscoring the Sixers on his own, 17-10, in the third. The 33-10 edge in the third was the most lopsided quarter in a Game 7 since at least 1997. 'JT just got it going and get out of that man's way,' Brown said. 'He got it rolling, and there's nothing they could do to stop him.' Brown began the game with the black mask he has worn since breaking a bone in his face before the All-Star break. He took it off and soon absorbed an elbow to the face from James Harden (6'5''-SG-1989, college: Arizona St.), who was assessed a flagrant foul. Brown continued without the mask but finished the half with cotton in his left nostril. He also played with an edge, making both foul shots and following it with a steal and layup as Boston went on a 9-0 run to erase a 35-26 deficit. Brown also dove into the Sixers bench to save a ball, then had words with the bench after Georges Niang grabbed his leg and kept him from getting back on the court. Both players were given technical fouls. Williams followed the commotion with a layup that tied the score 35-all. 'Nothing like a shot to the face to wake you right up,' Brown said. Rivers is 6-10 in seventh games. The 10 defeats are five more than any other NBA coach and three more than the NHL's Mike Babcock and Bruce Boudreau. His teams are 6-16 in their last 22 chances to close out an opponent in a playoff series. Asked if he expected to be back next year, Rivers said: 'Yeah. I think I got two years left. No one is safe in our business and I get that.' Harden also could be gone if the Sixers opt for an overhaul. He has the opportunity to become a free agent this offseason. 'We've got an unfinished job. We haven't won anything and I think we've got the chance to win,' Embiid said. 'We've got what it takes to win. ... I still believe me and him have the chance to win. But it's going to take more than us.' Courtesy of: apnews.com |
| Jeremy Roach To Return To Duke After Withdrawing From Draft - by Eurobasket News |
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Jeremy Roach (6'2''-G-2001) is set to return to Duke after withdrawing his name from the upcoming NBA Draft. Roach initially announced for the draft in April while maintaining his eligibility. Roach averaged 13.6 points last season, good for second on the team. Courtesy of: realgm.com |
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| Lightning eliminate Titans from NBLC playoffs - by Eurobasket News |
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Jeremiah Mordi (6'5''-PG-1993, college: Queens, NY, agency: Green Sports Management) and scored and Mike Nuga (6'2''-G, college: UNLV) both tallied 25 points and eight rebounds, and the London Lightning advanced to the National Basketball League of Canada final with a 94-89 win over the Kitchener-Waterloo Titans on Sunday night at the Aud. The Lightning will face the Windsor Express in the final, with dates and times yet to be released. The Titans trailed 43-36 at halftime, tied the game twice in the second half, but never took the lead. Joel Kindred (6'4''-SG-1991, college: St.Augustine) and Mike Poole (6'5''-F-1992, college: Iona) led the Titans with 19 and 17 points respectively in front of 652 spectators. The Express advanced the final with a 3-2 series win over the Sudbury Five. Windsor scored a 108-99 road win on Sunday. Courtesy of: therecord.com |
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| Yazid Powell commits to The University of Texas at El Paso - by Eurobasket News | |
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The University of Texas at El Paso agreed terms with guard Yazid Powell (6'4'') for new 2023-24 season. Philadelphia (PA) native moved there from The University of Buffalo where he spent his sophmore year. In 28 games he had 13.0ppg, 4.2rpg, 2.6apg and 1.8spg last season. Powell played also at Harcum College in 2021-2022. His team won NJCAA D1 East District Championship and he helped Buffalo team make it to the NJCAA Division I Elite Eight in 2022. He graduated Rocktop Academy (King of Prussia, PA) in 2021. |
| Rudy Fitzgibbons commits to Chattanooga - by Eurobasket News | ||||
His high school career he had spent at Riverwood in Atlanta, GA, which he graduated in 2019. |
| Skylar Wicks will continue his college career at The University of Incarnate Word - by Eurobasket News | |
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The University of Incarnate Word inked 22-year old 6-6 guard Skylar Wicks for upcoming season. Wicks originally came from Brooklyn (NY), and he is moving here from State College of Florida (NJCAA) where he played only for one year. In 28 games he averaged impressive 16.5ppg, 5.6rpg and 2.9apg. He played also at Missouri State University in 2020-2022. Wicks helped his team make it to the MVC Tournament Semifinals in 2021. He graduated Surge Christian Academy (Clearwater, FL) in 2020, which he joined from DePaul Catholic High. |
| Tyler McGhie transfers to University of California at San Diego - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He played also at Western Carolina University in 2020-2021. McGhie graduated John Guyer High School (Denton, TX) in 2020. He was also voted to Texas All-District 5-6A Co-MVP that year. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was selected to Texas All-District 5-6A First Team in 2019 and 2020. |
| Naheem McLeod transfers to Syracuse - by Eurobasket News | |
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Syracuse University inked 23-year old 7-4 center Naheem McLeod for upcoming season. Philadelphia (PA) native played for the last two years at Florida State University. In 27 games he recorded 3.7ppg, 2.6rpg and 1.2bpg last season. McLeod played also at Chipola College in 2020-2021. His team won NJCAA D1 South Atlantic District Championship, Panhandle Conference Regular Season Co-Championship and FCSAA Tournament and Seminoles made it to the NJCAA Division I Final Four in 2021. He graduated Plymouth Whitemarsh High School (Plymouth Meeting, PA) in 2020. |
| BB Knight commits to Lamar - by Eurobasket News | |
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Lamar University signed guard BB Knight (6'6''-161lbs) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Katy (TX) native moved there from The University of Tulsa where he spent his freshman year. In 30 games he had just 2.4ppg and 1.3rpg last season. Knight's high school career he had spent at Obra D. Tompkins in Katy, TX, which he graduated in 2022. |
| Oumar Koureissi will continue his college career at Nicholls State University - by Eurobasket News | |
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Nicholls State University inked 6-11 forward Oumar Koureissi for upcoming season. Koureissi originally came from Fort Washington (MD), and he is moving here from Jacksonville University where he played only for one year. In 12 games he averaged just 2.3ppg and 1.3rpg. He played also at Dodge City Community College in 2020-2022. His team won KJCCC D1 Regular Season and NJCAA D1 Region VI Championships and Dolphins made it to the NJCAA Division I Elite Eight in 2022. His team ended regular season as a second best place in KJCCC D1 West Division in 2021. Koureissi graduated National Christian Academy (Fort Washington, MD) in 2020, which he joined from DC Premier (DC). |
| Drew Cisse transfers to W.Illinois - by Eurobasket News | |
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Western Illinois University added to their roster forward Drew Cisse (6'10''-220lbs) for new 2023-24 season. San Diego (CA) native moved there from University of Missouri - St.Louis (NCAA Division II) where he spent his junior year. In 28 games he recorded 5.4ppg, 6.8rpg, 1.6apg and 1.4bpg last season. Cisse helped his team make it to the GLVC Tournament Finals and NCAA Division II Elite Eight this year. He played also at San Diego City College in 2019-2022. His team won Pacific Coast Athletic Conference Championship and he was also voted to All-Pacific Coast Athletic Conference First Team in 2022. His team ended regular season as a second best place in PCAC in 2020. Cisse graduated Rancho Bernardo High School (San Diego, CA) in 2019. |
| Jordan Tillmon will continue his college career at S.Indiana - by Eurobasket News |
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University of Southern Indiana tabbed 6-2 guard Jordan Tillmon for new season. Tillmon comes from Florida A&M University where he played only for one year. In 28 games he averaged 10.5ppg, 3.1rpg and 2.4apg. He played also at Connors State College in 2020-2022. Tillmon's team ended regular season as a second best place in NJCAA D1 Region 2 and FAMU won NJCAA D1 Region II Championship in 2022. Tillmon graduated Watson Chapel High School (Pine Bluff, AR) in 2020. (via @VerbalCommits) |
| Kuany Kuany will continue his college career at Virginia Commonwealth University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He graduated Prolific Prep Academy (Napa Valley, CA) in 2019, which he joined from Victory Rock Preparatory School. |
| Di'Andre Howell-South transfers to Wagner - by Eurobasket News | |
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Wagner College strengthened their roster with addition of 6-4 guard Di'Andre Howell-South for season 2023-24. Paterson (NJ) native played for the last two years at St. Francis College (NY). In 30 games he recorded 6.2ppg and 3.5rpg last season. Howell-South was voted to NEC All-Rookie Team this year. He graduated Immaculate Conception High School (Montclair, NJ) in 2021. Wagner College roster for 2023-24: Guards: Tahron Allen Di'Andre Howell-South Zae Blake Center: Churchill Bounds |
| James Weathers commits to A&M-Commerce - by Eurobasket News | |
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Texas AandM University - Commerce agreed terms with point guard James Weathers (6'0''-185lbs) for new 2023-24 season. Baton Rouge (LA) native moved there from Bradley University where he spent his junior year. But in two games he did not score anything and had only 2 rebounds. Weathers played also at State College of Florida in 2020-2022. He was named to All-Southern Conference First Team in two consecutive years: 2021 and 2022. Weathers was named to FCSAA/NJCAA Region VIII All-State Team in 2021. He graduated Believe Prep Academy (Rock Hill, SC) in 2020, which he joined from Glen Oaks High. |
| Jamir Simpson will continue his college career at Southern Utah University - by Eurobasket News | |
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Southern Utah University inked 6-6 forward Jamir Simpson for upcoming season. Lima (OH) native played for the last two years at University of Wisconsin Parkside (NCAA Division II). In 30 games he averaged 14.6ppg, 6.0rpg and 1.9apg last season. His team won GLIAC Regular Season Championship and he was also voted to All-Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Second Team this year. Simpson played also at University of Pikeville in 2020-2021. He graduated Lima Senior High School (Lima, OH) in 2020, which he joined from Apex Basketball Club (OH). Simpson was selected to OPSWA Division I All-Ohio Third Team that year. |
| Zuby Ejiofor transfers to St.John's - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Ejiofor graduated Garland High in 2022. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was named UIL Texas District 9-6A All-State MVP and he was also voted to The Dallas Morning News All-Area Second Team, UIL Texas Class 6A All-State Team and UIL Texas Class 6A All-Region 2 Team in 2021. St. John's University roster for 2023-24: Guards: Jordan Dingle RJ Luis Forwards: Quinn Slazinski Glenn Taylor Ibine_Ayo Sadiku Zuby Ejiofor |
| Jeremy Roach To Return To Duke After Withdrawing From Draft - by Eurobasket News |
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Jeremy Roach (6'2''-G-2001) is set to return to Duke after withdrawing his name from the upcoming NBA Draft. Roach initially announced for the draft in April while maintaining his eligibility. Roach averaged 13.6 points last season, good for second on the team. Courtesy of: realgm.com |
| Saliou Seye will continue his college career at University of Texas Rio Grande Valley - by Eurobasket News | |
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University of Texas Rio Grande Valley inked Senegalese 7-0 power forward Saliou Seye for upcoming season. Seye originally came from Pikine, and he is moving here from Ellsworth Community College (NJCAA) where he played only for one year. He helped his team make it to the NJCAA D2 North Central District Semifinals and NJCAA D2 Region XI Semifinals this season. |
| NCAA2 |
| Tyler McGhie transfers to University of California at San Diego - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He played also at Western Carolina University in 2020-2021. McGhie graduated John Guyer High School (Denton, TX) in 2020. He was also voted to Texas All-District 5-6A Co-MVP that year. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was selected to Texas All-District 5-6A First Team in 2019 and 2020. |
| Drew Cisse transfers to W.Illinois - by Eurobasket News | |
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Western Illinois University added to their roster forward Drew Cisse (6'10''-220lbs) for new 2023-24 season. San Diego (CA) native moved there from University of Missouri - St.Louis (NCAA Division II) where he spent his junior year. In 28 games he recorded 5.4ppg, 6.8rpg, 1.6apg and 1.4bpg last season. Cisse helped his team make it to the GLVC Tournament Finals and NCAA Division II Elite Eight this year. He played also at San Diego City College in 2019-2022. His team won Pacific Coast Athletic Conference Championship and he was also voted to All-Pacific Coast Athletic Conference First Team in 2022. His team ended regular season as a second best place in PCAC in 2020. Cisse graduated Rancho Bernardo High School (San Diego, CA) in 2019. |
| Jake Lieppert will continue his college career at Minot State University - by Eurobasket News | |||
Lieppert played also at Pima Community College in 2018-2020. Owls made it to the NJCAA D2 West District Finals in 2020. He received ACCAC Freshman of the Year award. Lieppert was also voted to All-ACCAC First Team, All-NJCAA D2 Region I First Team and NJCAA D2 All-America Third Team by TicketSmarter. His team won NJCAA D2 District I Championship and Owls made it to the NJCAA Division II Sweet 16 in 2019. He graduated Sahuaro High School (Tucson, AZ) in 2018. Lieppert was also selected to All-Academic Honorable Mention and Azcentral.com's All-4A Conference Honorable Mention that year. (via @VerbalCommits) |
| Jamir Simpson will continue his college career at Southern Utah University - by Eurobasket News | |
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Southern Utah University inked 6-6 forward Jamir Simpson for upcoming season. Lima (OH) native played for the last two years at University of Wisconsin Parkside (NCAA Division II). In 30 games he averaged 14.6ppg, 6.0rpg and 1.9apg last season. His team won GLIAC Regular Season Championship and he was also voted to All-Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Second Team this year. Simpson played also at University of Pikeville in 2020-2021. He graduated Lima Senior High School (Lima, OH) in 2020, which he joined from Apex Basketball Club (OH). Simpson was selected to OPSWA Division I All-Ohio Third Team that year. |
| NEW ZEALAND |
| McLaughlin number one in New Zealand NBL for round 6 - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 24-year old player was the main contributor (31 points, three rebounds and eight assists) to his team's victory, helping them to beat Saints (#9, 2-5) 103-94. It allowed Nuggets to consolidate first place in the New Zealand NBL. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. It's already very far into the season and Nuggets keeps a perfect 7-0 record. In the team's last game McLaughlin had a remarkable 57.1% from 2-point range and got five three-pointers out of 12 attempts. He just recently signed at Nuggets, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Former University of California Santa Barbara star has very solid stats this year. McLaughlin is in league's top in assists (2nd best: 7.3apg). The second best player in last round's games was young American Tevin Brown (196-G-1998) of league's second-best Rams. Brown had a very good evening with 26 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Of course Rams cruised to a 82-74 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Giants (#10, 2-6). Rams' second position in the standings has not changed. His team lost just one game this season, while they won 6 matches. Brown is one of the most experienced players at Rams and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third on the list of top players last round was Australian guard Jarrad Weeks (183-G-1989) of Tuatara (#4). Weeks showcased his all-around game by recording 25 points, nine rebounds and six assists in the last round. He was a key player of Tuatara, leading his team to a 106-75 easy win against the lower-ranked Hawks (#7, 3-5). Tuatara needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 4 victories and 3 lost games. Weeks has a great season in New Zealand. After only 7 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 23.1ppg (4th best) and assists with 5.9apg (4th best). He also has FGP: 55.6% and 3PT: 40.6%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Matur Maker (208-C-1998) of Giants - 23 points and 11 rebounds 5. Thomas Vodanovich (201-F-1994) of Saints - 29 points and 7 rebounds 6. Robert Loe (211-F/C-1991) of Tuatara - 24 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists 7. Jordan Ngatai (196-F-1993) of Hawks - 31 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Avery Woodson (188-PG-1993) of Giants - 22 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists 9. Armon Fletcher (196-SG-1995) of Airs - 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Jamaal Brantley (198-F-1993) of Bulls - 25 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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| Cameron starts his pro career at Airs - by Hugh McAuliffe | ||||
Cameron started his college career at Abilene Christian University (NCAA). He represented New Zealand at the CBI Championship Semifinals last year. Cameron's team won Southland Conference Tournament in 2019 and 2021. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Australiabasket.com All-Oceania Championship U18 Honorable Mention back in 2016. As mentioned above he is just out of the college and it will be his first season as a professional player. |
| NORTH MACEDONIA |
| Stats Leaders - Superleague |
| Prva Liga Round 1 of Semi-Finals. MZT Skopje and Pelister victorious - by Eurobasket News |
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MZT Skopje - Rabotnicki 82-71 MZT Skopje outrebounded Rabotnicki 40-28 including 27 on the defensive glass. The former international Damjan Stojanovski (198-1987) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds for the winners and the former international swingman Vojdan Stojanovski (194-1987) chipped in 12 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side American guard Eric Nottage (187-1994, college: FIU) responded with 16 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists and Serbian center Djordje Dzeletovic (204-1993) scored 19 points and 9 rebounds. Five MZT Skopje and four Rabotnicki players scored in double figures. Top scorers: MZT Skopje: D.Stojanovski 14+11reb+3ast, K.Cook 13+4reb, D.Ware 13+2reb+2ast, V.Stojanovski 12+7reb+3ast, A.Bursac 11+6reb, M.Caffey 7+3reb+5ast Rabotnicki: D.Dzeletovic 19+9reb+1ast, E.Nottage 16+7reb+7ast, N.Malesevic 16+6reb+2ast, I.Umipig 10+2ast, S.Andrej 8+2reb+2ast, F.Bakoch 2+3reb Pelister - TFT 100-80 Pelister dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to TFT's 40 and made 17-of-22 charity shots (77.3 percent) during the game. Pelister players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists. Bosnian power forward Sead Hadzifejzovic (202-1989) nailed a double-double by scoring 32 points and 12 rebounds for the winning side and the former international power forward Andrej Maslinko (208-1997) accounted for 23 points (perfect from the field making all nine shots !!!). Four Pelister players scored in double figures. Point guard Aleksandar Kostoski (186-1988) came up with 19 points and 6 assists and American center David Haughton (201-1991, college: Purchase, agency: Mansfield and Associates) added 13 points and 8 rebounds respectively for TFT in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Pelister: S.Hadzifejzovic 32+12reb+2ast, A.Maslinko 23+1reb+1ast, D.Caruthers 10+4reb+10ast, D.Karadzovski 10+4reb+4ast, B.Stajic 8+2reb+7ast, N.Siladji 8+6reb TFT: A.Kostoski 19+4reb+6ast, D.Haughton 13+8reb, T.Buttrick 9+1reb, N.Strahil 8+6reb+1ast, D.McBrayer 8+2ast, L.Anderson 7+1reb+1ast |
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| Gilas Pilipinas dethrones Indonesia, sets up rematch with Cambodia for SEA Games gold - by Eurobasket News |
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Gilas Pilipinas kept its redemption campaign in the Southeast Asian Games alive by exacting revenge on the same team that dislodged it from the top. The Philippines tasted sweet payback as it dethroned Indonesia with a come-from-behind 84-76 victory to advance to the men's 5-on-5 basketball finals at the Morodok Techo Sports Complex here on Monday, May 15. Justin Brownlee (197-F-1988, college: St.John's) put the Filipinos on his back with 34 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 steals, and 2 blocks, hitting a pair of key triples late to propel the Philippines to a rematch with Cambodia for the coveted gold medal. Fielding several naturalized players from the United States, the Cambodians advanced to the finals for the first time ever after disposing of Thailand, 76-66, in the other semifinal pairing. With a short turnaround, Gilas Pilipinas will face Cambodia at 3 pm (4 pm, Manila time) on Tuesday. Indonesia still led 74-70 with four minutes left before Brownlee caught fire, scoring 8 straight points - highlighted by back-to-back treys - to power a 14-0 run that snatched the win for Gilas Pilipinas. Brownlee erupted for 15 points in the fourth quarter alone as he outdueled fellow PBA import Lester Prosper (210-C-1988, college: Old Westbury, agency: YoungGroup Unlimited), who showed the way for Indonesia with 26 points and 9 rebounds. 'The important thing now is we're able to keep him fresh. Hopefully, his body is acclimatizing to the heat, but also the suffocating denseness of the air,' said Philippine head coach Chot Reyes of Brownlee, whose struggles early in the tournament had reportedly been due to the sweltering Cambodian heat and dehydration. 'Hopefully, that (improved form) continues tomorrow. Again, we need him at his best tomorrow.' A repeat of Gilas Pilipinas' heartbreak when it lost the gold to Indonesia in Vietnam last year seemed imminent when the Timnas enjoyed a lead as big as 38-27 after a Prosper triple in the middle of the second frame. Indonesia still held the upper hand at the end of third period, 65-60, until the Philippines brought out its big guns courtesy of Brownlee. 'They threw haymaker after haymaker at us but we just hung in there,' said Reyes. Brandon Ganuelas-Rosser (201-F-1994, college: UC Riverside) backstopped Brownlee with 13 points and 4 rebounds, while Arvin Tolentino (195-F-1995) chipped in 10 points and 3 rebounds. Gilas Pilipinas newcomer Jerom Lastimosa made his presence felt with 9 points, draining timely triples in the opening quarter that kept the Filipinos afloat. Anthony Beane (188-G-1994, college: SIU, agency: Pensack Sports) - a naturalized player like Prosper - finished with 12 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists, and 2 steals for Indonesia, which looks to salvage bronze against Thailand on Tuesday. Courtesy of: rappler.com |
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| 1Liga Round 2 of Finals. Dziki post second straight win - by Eurobasket News |
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Walbrzych - Dziki Wwa 57-72 Michal Aleksandrowicz (192-1989) scored 19 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and power forward Mateusz Bartosz (205-1987) chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. Four Dziki players scored in double figures. Dziki's coach Krzysztof Szablowski used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international center Piotr Niedzwiedzki (211-1993) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds and American forward Arinze Chidom (206-1997, college: UC Riverside) scored 13 points and 4 assists. Top scorers: Walbrzych: A.Chidom 13+4reb+4ast, P.Niedzwiedzki 13+12reb+1ast, B.Majewski 9+1reb+4ast, M.Sitnik 7+5reb+1ast, M.Stopierzynski 6+2reb, S.Walski 5+2reb Dziki Wwa: M.Aleksandrowicz 19+5reb+3ast, A.Czujkowski 14+4reb+2ast, M.Bartosz 14+8reb+1ast, M.Motel 12+5reb+4ast, P.Kuzkow 8+1reb, G.Grochowski 3+5reb+5ast |
| PORTUGAL |
| Liga Betclic Round 2 of Quarter-Finals. Benfica, Sporting and FC Porto enter semis - by Eurobasket News |
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Povoa - Benfica 72-93 Benfica forced 20 Povoa turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. 25 personal fouls committed by Povoa helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was naturalized Cape Verdean Ivan Almeida (198-1989, college: Stonehill) who scored 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. American center Terrell Carter II (208-1996, college: Fresno St.) chipped in 14 points and 9 rebounds. American-Nigerian swingman Cameron Oluyitan (201-1997, college: SUU) produced 14 points and 9 rebounds and British center Chris Tawiah (207-1993, college: Wiley) added 13 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Four Povoa 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. Top scorers: Povoa: D.Gomes 14+2reb+4ast, C.Oluyitan 14+9reb+2ast, C.Tawiah 13+8reb+2ast, E.Joao 12+5reb+1ast, F.Ucles 8+3reb, N.Oliveira 5+8reb+5ast Benfica: I.Almeida 21+5reb+5ast, J.Silva 19, T.Carter II 14+9reb+2ast, A.Broussard 9+7reb+3ast, M.Ben Romdhane 9+4reb+1ast, T.Barroso 6 Ovarense - Oliveirense 82-74 Ovarense players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. The game was dominated by American players. Forward Jacoby Armstrong (201-1995, college: UNH) orchestrated the victory by scoring 25 points and 7 rebounds. Point guard Isaiah Johnson (183-1993, college: Young Harris) contributed with 11 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Ovarense's coach Joao Tiago allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Darius Carter (201-1992, college: Wichita St.) replied with 17 points and 6 rebounds and Troy Simons (191-1996, college: Kent St., agency: Players Group) added 14 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Oliveirense. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Oliveirense: D.Carter 17+6reb+1ast, T.Simons 14+6reb+4ast, A.Hallman 14+6reb+1ast, A.Bessa 13+2reb+7ast, M.Kouguere 6+3reb, M.Richardson 5+3reb+2ast Ovarense: J.Armstrong 25+7reb+1ast, A.Woods 11+3reb+4ast, I.Johnson 11+5reb+7ast, R.Soeiro 11+3reb+4ast, F.Amiel 9+1reb+2ast, B.Peel 6+6reb+2ast Lusitania - Sporting 73-93 Sporting dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Lusitania's 24. Sporting had a 21-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The game was also dominated by American players. Guard Marcus LoVett Jr (183-1996, college: St.John's) scored 26 points and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and forward Isaiah Armwood (206-1990, college: GWU) chipped in 16 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. Four Sporting players scored in double figures. Sporting's coach Pedro Nuno Monteiro used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Swingman Ryan Weber (198-1993, college: Ball St., agency: Promo Sport ID) responded with 25 points and 4 steals and point guard Derek Jackson (187-1991, college: Kent St.) scored 15 points, 6 assists and 4 steals. Top scorers: Lusitania: R.Weber 25+2reb+1ast, D.Jackson 15+1reb+6ast, D.Relvao 12+5reb+2ast, T.Moses 9+5reb, P.Oliveira 7+1reb+6ast, L.Banora 3 Sporting: M.LoVett Jr. 26+2reb+5ast, I.Armwood 16+3reb+2ast, E.Polanco 12+3reb+5ast, T.Williams 11+6reb+3ast, J.Patton 9+1reb, D.Ventura 7+1reb+5ast Vitoria SC - FC Porto 101-112 FC Porto shot 62.7 percent from the field and made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American players dominated the game. Point guard Max Landis (188-1993, college: PFW, agency: Promo Sport ID) scored 20 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists (perfect from the field making all six shots) to lead the charge for the winners and Marvin Clark (201-1994, college: St.John's, agency: Slash Sports) chipped in 24 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Guard Phlandrous Fleming Jr (193-1998, college: Florida) responded with 28 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals and forward Zachary Simmons (208-1999, college: N.Texas) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. Five FC Porto and four Vitoria SC players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Top scorers: Vitoria SC: P.Fleming Jr. 28+5reb+7ast, J.Van Tubbergen 24+4reb+1ast, Z.Simmons 21+10reb, C.Cardoso 14+1reb+5ast, P.Bastos 6+1reb+2ast, A.Roberts 3 FC Porto: M.Clark 24+6reb, M.Landis 20+5reb+7ast, F.Amarante 13+3reb, M.Finke 11+4reb+4ast, T.Myers 11+3reb+3ast, M.Queiroz 11+6reb+1ast |
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| Liga I Round 14 (Second Stage): Cluj CSU edges Laguna by three points - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 14 in the Liga I took place in Bucuresti. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of 8th ranked Laguna (1-13) to seventh ranked Cluj CSU (4-10) 70-67 on Sunday evening. The guests trailed by 1 point after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 6-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 70-67. The best player for the winners was center Mihnea-Tudor Brie (196-2001) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds. Ciprian Albu (-2002) chipped in 11 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Cluj CSU's coach Florin Covaciu used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. point guard Marc Mitrica (182-2004) produced a double-double by scoring 23 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists for the hosts. Cluj CSU moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Craiova 2. Laguna lost ninth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the eighth position with 13 games lost. The game in Craiova supposed to be also worth to mention about. Second ranked Rm Valcea II (11-3) played at the court of 6th ranked Craiova 2 (4-10). Rm Valcea II smashed Craiova 2 108-53. American-Indian Ajay Singh (199, college: Westmont, agency: Haylett Sports) orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). Anton Rotaru contributed with 11 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Robert Licurici (188-2003, agency: BIG) replied with 22 points for Craiova 2. 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 Rm Valcea II maintains second position with 11-3 record having just nine point less than leader Brasov. Craiova 2 at the other side keeps the sixth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Cluj CSU. The game with biggest result difference took place in Brasov. Local Phoenix Corona (8-0) outscored 8th ranked Laguna (1-13) 125-53 on Saturday night. Andrei Oinaru had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners. Radu David responded 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. Undefeated Phoenix Corona have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Newly promoted Phoenix Corona maintains ninth position with 8-0 record. Laguna lost ninth consecutive game. Laguna at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the eighth place with 13 games lost. In the last two games of round 14 Cluj CSU was defeated by Agronomia in Bucuresti 70-56. Politehnica Iasi smashed Sibiu 2 at home 109-63. The best stats of 14th round was 45 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds by Rares Basescu of Politehnica Iasi.
Agronomia - Cluj CSU 70-56 There was no surprise in Bucuresti where 7th ranked Cluj CSU (4-10) was defeated by third ranked Agronomia (10-4) 70-56 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Agronomia. Cluj CSU managed to win third quarter 17-16. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Agronomia looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Forward Mihnea Buligescu (-2001) scored 12 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and center Andrei Vizitiu (201-1986) chipped in 10 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Center Mihnea-Tudor Brie (196-2001) responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds and Toma Lungoci (193-2002) scored 16 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Agronomia maintains third position with 10-4 record having just eight point less than leader Brasov. Cluj CSU lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Craiova 2. Top scorers: Agronomia: B.Mihnea 12+7reb+5ast, A.Vizitiu 10+7reb, E.Alexandru 9+2reb, L.Alexandru 8+2reb+6ast, P.Toni 7+3reb+1ast, D.Potcoava 6+11reb Cluj CSU: B.Mihnea-Tudor 21+12reb, L.Toma 16+5reb+5ast, C.Darius 8+5reb, M.Rares 8+6reb+2ast, C.Albu 3+7reb+5ast, Z.Tudor 0+1reb Laguna - Cluj CSU 67-70 The most exciting game of round 14 in the Liga I took place in Bucuresti. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of 8th ranked Laguna (1-13) to seventh ranked Cluj CSU (4-10) 70-67 on Sunday evening. The guests trailed by 1 point after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 6-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 70-67. The best player for the winners was center Mihnea-Tudor Brie (196-2001) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds. Ciprian Albu (-2002) chipped in 11 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Cluj CSU players scored in double figures. Cluj CSU's coach Florin Covaciu used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Point guard Marc Mitrica (182-2004) produced a double-double by scoring 23 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and Radu David (-2004) added 17 points respectively for the hosts. Cluj CSU moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Craiova 2. Laguna lost ninth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the eighth position with 13 games lost. Top scorers: Cluj CSU: B.Mihnea-Tudor 23+13reb, L.Toma 18+3reb, C.Albu 11+5reb+7ast, M.Rares 11+7reb+1ast, C.Darius 6+7reb, T.Alexandru 1 Laguna: M.Marc 23+12reb+4ast, D.Radu 17+3reb+2ast, C.Florea 10+5reb, R.Catalin 7+1reb+2ast, P.Paul 4+6reb, I.Andrei 3+5reb+4ast Politehnica Iasi - Sibiu 2 109-63 The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Politehnica Iasi's (7-7) home victory over 5th ranked Sibiu 2 (5-9) 109-63 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by Politehnica Iasi. Sibiu 2 managed to win third quarter 27-23. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Politehnica Iasi dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Sibiu 2's 26. They outrebounded Sibiu 2 58-23 including a 44-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Politehnica Iasi looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Rares Basescu (-2004) had a double-double by scoring 45 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Horia Dragoslav (-2002) chipped in 17 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals during the contest. Four Politehnica Iasi players scored in double figures. Politehnica Iasi's coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Eduard Apostol (-2004) responded with 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Ioan Alexandru Vulc (-2005) scored 17 points. Politehnica Iasi have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 7-7 record. Loser Sibiu 2 keeps the fifth place with nine games lost. Top scorers: Politehnica Iasi: B.Rares 45+11reb+2ast, D.Horia 17+5reb+5ast, A.Padineanu 14+9reb+3ast, R.Matei 13+4reb+1ast, R.Neculaes 6+4reb+3ast, H.Rares 4+2reb+1ast Sibiu 2: A.Eduard 19+6reb+4ast, V.Ioan Alexandru 17+3reb+2ast, G.Catalin 12+1reb+1ast, R.Luca 8+1ast, I.Ioan 7+11reb+2ast, B.Bogdan 0 Craiova 2 - Rm Valcea II 53-108 The game in Craiova supposed to be also worth to mention about. Second ranked Rm Valcea II (11-3) played at the court of 6th ranked Craiova 2 (4-10). Rm Valcea II smashed Craiova 2 108-53. The game without a history. Rm Valcea II led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Craiova 2's 24. Rm Valcea II forced 24 Craiova 2 turnovers and outrebounded them 46-28 including a 36-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Rm Valcea II players were unselfish on offense dishing 30 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Craiova 2's players. American-Indian Ajay Singh (199, college: Westmont, agency: Haylett Sports) orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). Anton Rotaru (188-2002) contributed with a double-double by scoring 11 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Four Rm Valcea II players scored in double figures. Robert Licurici (188-2003, agency: BIG) replied with 22 points and Albert Buzatu (-2005) added 12 points in the effort for Craiova 2. 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 Rm Valcea II maintains second position with 11-3 record having just nine point less than leader Brasov. Craiova 2 at the other side keeps the sixth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Cluj CSU. Top scorers: Rm Valcea II: A.Singh 23+6reb+5ast, C.Christos 20+2reb, L.Hamrick 14+1reb+6ast, R.Anton 11+10reb+7ast, P.Alexandru 11+8reb+1ast, C.Sebastian 9+1reb+5ast Craiova 2: L.Robert 22+1reb+1ast, B.Albert 12+4reb, M.Luca 5+1reb+1ast, D.Casian 4+2ast, L.Filip 4+3reb+1ast, P.Tudor 2 Phoenix Corona - Laguna 125-53 The game with biggest result difference took place in Brasov. Local Phoenix Corona (8-0) outscored 8th ranked Laguna (1-13) 125-53 on Saturday night. 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 Laguna's 30. Phoenix Corona forced 31 Laguna turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 36 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Laguna's players. Power forward Andrei Oinaru (203-2005) had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Ionel-Victor Petrache (190-1997) chipped in 23 points and 6 steals during the contest. Five Phoenix Corona players scored in double figures. Radu David (-2004) responded with 21 points and point guard Marc Mitrica (182-2004) scored 6 points and 9 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. Phoenix Corona have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Newly promoted Phoenix Corona maintains ninth position with 8-0 record. Laguna lost ninth consecutive game. Laguna at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the eighth place with 13 games lost. Top scorers: Phoenix Corona: I.Petrache 23+1reb+2ast, P.Victor 18+3reb+1ast, O.Andrei 18+10reb+1ast, A.Cane 15+3reb+4ast, B.Aktas 14+1reb+6ast, C.Sebastian 9+4reb+3ast Laguna: D.Radu 21+4reb+2ast, R.Catalin 7+3reb+1ast, P.Paul 7+6reb+1ast, C.Florea 6+2reb, M.Marc 6+9reb+2ast, I.Vlad 2+1reb |
| Rares Basescu gets MVP of the Week award for Romanian Liga I (Second Stage) - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Talented Rares Basescu (2004) had a great game in the last round for Politehnica Iasi and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Liga I Player of the Week award for round 14 (Second Stage). The 18-year old had a double-double of 45 points and eleven rebounds, while his team outclassed Sibiu 2 (#5, 5-9) with 46-point margin 109-63. Politehnica Iasi maintains the 4th position in Romanian Liga I. Politehnica Iasi is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. But it was their 7th lost game this season out of 14 games. In the team's last game Basescu had a remarkable 88.2% from 2-point range and got five three-pointers out of 11 attempts. It's his second year at Politehnica Iasi and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Rares Basescu averages this season 13.0ppg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was American power forward Ajay Singh (199-PF, agency: Haylett Sports) of second-ranked Rm Valcea II. Singh impressed basketball fans with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Of course he led Rm Valcea II to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Craiova 2 (#7, 4-10) 108-53. Rm Valcea II's second position in the standings has not changed. His team's 11-3 record is not bad at all. Singh is a newcomer at Rm Valcea II 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 21.2ppg (#3). He also registered 7.2 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was Mihnea-Tudor Brie (196-C-2001) of Cluj CSU (#6). Brie scored 23 points and grabbed thirteen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Cluj CSU, leading his team to a 70-67 win against slightly lower-ranked Laguna (#8, 1-13). Cluj CSU 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. Brie has individually a great season in Romania. After 25 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 18.9ppg (7th best) and rebounds with 12.5rpg (2nd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Andrei Oinaru (203-F/C-2005) of Phoenix Corona - 18 points and 10 rebounds 5. Marc Mitrica (182-PG-2004) of Laguna - 23 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Anton Rotaru (188-SG-2002) of Rm Valcea II - 11 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists 7. Armin Cane (188-PG-1993) of Phoenix Corona - 15 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Alexandru Padineanu (193-F-1993) of Politehnica Iasi - 14 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Robert Licurici (188-SF-2003) of Craiova 2 - 22 points 10. Ionel-Victor Petrache (190-G-1997) of Phoenix Corona - 23 points and 2 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Liga Nationala Round 1 of Finals. Oradea post first win - by Eurobasket News |
FINALOradea - Cluj Napoca 79-73Cluj Napoca was trailing by 3 points at halftime but managed to get 3-point lead after three quarters before a 20-11 charge of Oradea, which allowed them to win the game. They made 17-of-17 free shots (100 percent !!!) during the game. American point guard Erick Neal (178-1995, college: UT Arlington) fired 22 points and 6 assists (made all of his eight free throws) for the winners. The former international point guard Kris Richard (195-1989, college: Tulane) chipped in 11 points and 5 assists. Neal is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Oradea players scored in double figures. American swingman Jalen Jones (201-1993, college: Texas A&M) produced 17 points and Cuban Karel Guzman (188-1995, agency: Pro Sports) added 13 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Oradea: E.Neal 22+4reb+6ast, J.Bostic 13+3reb, B.Nicolescu 11+3reb+1ast, K.Richard 11+4reb+5ast, M.Ogden 8+5reb+2ast, D.Tarolis 7+1reb+2ast Cluj Napoca: J.Jones 17+4reb, K.Guzman 13+4reb+3ast, L.Meindl 10+4reb+4ast, A.Stipanovic 8+1reb+3ast, S.Bircevic 7+1reb, P.Richard 6+4reb+1ast |
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| Superleague 1 Round 4 of Finals. Khimki clinch third position - by Eurobasket News |
3-4 PlaceKhimki - TSU 74-66Khimki made 21-of-24 free shots (87.5 percent) during the game. 26 personal fouls committed by TSU helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of power forward Evgeny Fidiy (208-1991) who helped to win the game recording 19 points and 5 rebounds (made all of his seven free throws) and forward Artem Vostrikov (204-1996, agency: Astute Sports Agency) who added 11 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Khimki players scored in double figures. At the losing side guard Ivan Pynko (196-2000) responded with 14 points and 5 rebounds and point guard Dmitriy Makeev (191-1996) scored 10 points and 6 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Khimki: E.Fidiy 19+5reb+2ast, A.Varnakov 12+1ast, A.Vostrikov 11+7reb+1ast, M.Alexander 11+7reb+1ast, G.Suvorov 6+4reb+3ast, D.Korshakov 5+1reb+2ast TSU: I.Pynko 14+5reb+2ast, A.Kuzmin 14+2reb, D.Makeev 10+3reb+6ast, D.Levshin 9+3reb, A.Makiev 7+5reb+2ast, M.Andrey 4+1reb |
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| RBL Round 15: IPRC-Musanze win their first game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. IPRC-Musanze can celebrate finally their first win this season after 16 consecutive losses. They used home court advantage to defeat SFTS (5-12) 81-78 on Sunday. IPRC-Musanze maintains eleventh place with 1-16 record. SFTS at the other side keeps the ninth position with 12 games lost. Bottom-ranked IPRC-Kigali (0-18) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 91-87 loss to fifth ranked K-Titans (11-8) in Kigali. K-Titans moved-up to third place. IPRC-Kigali at the other side still closes the standings. The game with biggest result difference took place in Musanze. Local IPRC-Musanze (1-16) was outscored by eighth ranked Tigers (10-8) 82-28 on Saturday night. Tigers have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Orion. IPRC-Musanze lost fifteenth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 16 games lost. In the last two games of round 15 IPRC-Huye was defeated by UGB in a road game 107-98. Orion was beaten by Tigers at home 75-83.
IPRC-Musanze - Tigers 28-82 The game with biggest result difference took place in Musanze. Local IPRC-Musanze (1-16) was outscored by eighth ranked Tigers (10-8) 82-28 on Saturday night. Tigers have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Orion. IPRC-Musanze lost fifteenth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 16 games lost. UGB - IPRC-Huye 107-98 There was no surprise when 10th ranked IPRC-Huye (4-12) was defeated on the road by seventh ranked UGB (10-9) 107-98 on Saturday. UGB have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain seventh place with 10-9 record. Loser IPRC-Huye keeps the tenth position with 12 games lost. IPRC-Musanze - SFTS 81-78 IPRC-Musanze can celebrate finally their first win this season after 16 consecutive losses. They used home court advantage to defeat SFTS (5-12) 81-78 on Sunday. IPRC-Musanze maintains eleventh place with 1-16 record. SFTS at the other side keeps the ninth position with 12 games lost. Orion - Tigers 75-83 There was a surprise result when eighth ranked Tigers (10-8) defeated on the road 4th placed Orion (10-8) 83-75 on Sunday. Tigers have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with defeated Orion. IPRC-Kigali - K-Titans 87-91 Bottom-ranked IPRC-Kigali (0-18) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 91-87 loss to fifth ranked K-Titans (11-8) in Kigali. K-Titans moved-up to third place. IPRC-Kigali at the other side still closes the standings. |
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| Cambodia defeat Thailand, 76-66 - by Eurobasket News |
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Undefeated host Cambodia defeated Thailand, 76-66 in the knockout semifinal of the Men's Basketball 5x5 event in the 2023 SEA Games on Monday, May 15 at the Morodok Techno National Stadium in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Naturalized player Brandon Peterson (203-C/F-1990, college: Arkansas St., agency: Diamond Sports) led Cambodia with game-high 24 points on 10-of-16 shooting along with 8 rebounds and 3 assists. Dwayne Morgan (202-F-1996, college: SUU) finished with a double-double of 14 points, 13 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals and a block. Sayeed Pridgett (196-G-1998, college: Montana, agency: Diamond Sports) added 14 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 3 steals while Darrin Dorsey (188-PG-1987, college: DWU, agency: Diamond Sports) scored 13 points (3/7 3pts), to go with 5 rebound, 2 assists and a steal. Cambodia advances to the gold medal match tomorrow, May 16 against the Philippines at 4:00PM. On the other semifinal match, Gilas Pilipinas defeated Indonesia, 84-76. Courtesy of: teampilipinas.info |
| Gilas Pilipinas dethrones Indonesia, sets up rematch with Cambodia for SEA Games gold - by Eurobasket News |
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Gilas Pilipinas kept its redemption campaign in the Southeast Asian Games alive by exacting revenge on the same team that dislodged it from the top. The Philippines tasted sweet payback as it dethroned Indonesia with a come-from-behind 84-76 victory to advance to the men's 5-on-5 basketball finals at the Morodok Techo Sports Complex here on Monday, May 15. Justin Brownlee (197-F-1988, college: St.John's) put the Filipinos on his back with 34 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 steals, and 2 blocks, hitting a pair of key triples late to propel the Philippines to a rematch with Cambodia for the coveted gold medal. Fielding several naturalized players from the United States, the Cambodians advanced to the finals for the first time ever after disposing of Thailand, 76-66, in the other semifinal pairing. With a short turnaround, Gilas Pilipinas will face Cambodia at 3 pm (4 pm, Manila time) on Tuesday. Indonesia still led 74-70 with four minutes left before Brownlee caught fire, scoring 8 straight points - highlighted by back-to-back treys - to power a 14-0 run that snatched the win for Gilas Pilipinas. Brownlee erupted for 15 points in the fourth quarter alone as he outdueled fellow PBA import Lester Prosper (210-C-1988, college: Old Westbury, agency: YoungGroup Unlimited), who showed the way for Indonesia with 26 points and 9 rebounds. 'The important thing now is we're able to keep him fresh. Hopefully, his body is acclimatizing to the heat, but also the suffocating denseness of the air,' said Philippine head coach Chot Reyes of Brownlee, whose struggles early in the tournament had reportedly been due to the sweltering Cambodian heat and dehydration. 'Hopefully, that (improved form) continues tomorrow. Again, we need him at his best tomorrow.' A repeat of Gilas Pilipinas' heartbreak when it lost the gold to Indonesia in Vietnam last year seemed imminent when the Timnas enjoyed a lead as big as 38-27 after a Prosper triple in the middle of the second frame. Indonesia still held the upper hand at the end of third period, 65-60, until the Philippines brought out its big guns courtesy of Brownlee. 'They threw haymaker after haymaker at us but we just hung in there,' said Reyes. Brandon Ganuelas-Rosser (201-F-1994, college: UC Riverside) backstopped Brownlee with 13 points and 4 rebounds, while Arvin Tolentino (195-F-1995) chipped in 10 points and 3 rebounds. Gilas Pilipinas newcomer Jerom Lastimosa made his presence felt with 9 points, draining timely triples in the opening quarter that kept the Filipinos afloat. Anthony Beane (188-G-1994, college: SIU, agency: Pensack Sports) - a naturalized player like Prosper - finished with 12 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists, and 2 steals for Indonesia, which looks to salvage bronze against Thailand on Tuesday. Courtesy of: rappler.com |
| SEA Games: Singapore finishes 7th with the win over Laos - by Eurobasket News |
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Laos - Singapore 49:84 Singapore finished 7th at the SEA Games with the win over Laos, 84-49. They started with a 31-11 lead and never looked behind after. Xavier Ng (188-G-2000) top-scored for the winners with 20 points and Qing-Huang Toh (183-SG-1995) nailed 12. Shi-Yu Ng (197-F-2000) followed them with 11 points in the losing effort. Siphandone Lothalath answered with 11 points in a loss. |
| SEA Games: Malaysia clinch 5th place beating Vietnam - by Eurobasket News |
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Malaysia - Vietnam 94:83 Malaysia clinched 5th place at the SEA Games beating Vietnam 94-83. They opened the game with a 31-23 run and led 6 points at the halftime. Malaysia won the third quarter 20-14, whilst Vietnam closed the game with a 20-19 rally. Yi-Hou Wong (195-F-1996) top-scored for the winners with 25 points and Zi-Fueng Chang (196-PF-1997) nailed 15. Tam Dinh Thanh (192-SG-1990) answered with 22 points in defeat. |
| SEA Games: Thailand won Bronze medals in Cambodia - by Eurobasket News |
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Thailand - Indonesia 83:69 Thailand won Bronze medals in Cambodia at the SEA Games 2023. They overcame Indonesia 83-69 in the game for the third place. Thailand grabbed a 21-14 lead at the start and added a 14-10 rally in the second frame. Both teams exchanged the narrow wins in the second half for the final result. Martin Breunig (203-PF-1992, college: Montana) stepped up with 21 points and Morgan Jakongmee netted 15. Dame Diagne (197-PF-2005) replied with 14 points in the losing effort. |
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| Saliou Seye will continue his college career at University of Texas Rio Grande Valley - by Eurobasket News | |
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University of Texas Rio Grande Valley inked Senegalese 7-0 power forward Saliou Seye for upcoming season. Seye originally came from Pikine, and he is moving here from Ellsworth Community College (NJCAA) where he played only for one year. He helped his team make it to the NJCAA D2 North Central District Semifinals and NJCAA D2 Region XI Semifinals this season. |
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Finals MVP:  Bogoljub Markovic (204-F-2005) of Mega BGPlayer of the Year: Bogoljub Markovic (204-F-2005) of Mega BGGuard of the Year: Savo Drezgic (187-G-2006) of Partizan BGForward of the Year: Bogoljub Markovic (204-F-2005) of Mega BGCenter of the Year: Lazar Gacic (212-C-2005) of Crvena ZvezdaCoach of the Year: Dragoljub Avramovic of Mega SM
First Team Martin Burda (180-PG-2005) of Spartak Savo Drezgic (187-G-2006) of Partizan BG Urban Kroflic (197-F-2006) of Mega SM Bogoljub Markovic (204-F-2005) of Mega BG Lazar Gacic (212-C-2005) of Crvena Zvezda
Second Team Djordje Curcic-M (194-G-2005) of Cacak 94 Luka Vukajlovic (190-G-2005) of Sloboda U. Aleksandar Mitrovic (204-F-2004) of Zitko Basket Ognjen Romic (205-F/C-2005) of Dynamic VP Viktor Mikic (210-C-2005) of Dunav SB
Third Team Vuk Kovijanic (2004) of Vojvodina NS Andrej Musicki (186-G-2005) of Mega BG Matija Milosevic (193-G-2005) of Borac CA Aleksa Ristic (193-G/F-2005) of Dynamic VP Abdramane Siby (211-C-2006) of Mega SMHonorable Mention Danilo Dozic (206-PF-2005) of Mega SM Pavle Nikolic (200-F-2005) of Borac Cacak Lazar Gagic (195-SG-2005) of Crvena Zvezda Filip Malesevic (223-C-2005) of Dynamic VP Stefan Plisnic (207-F/C-2006) of Partizan BG Dusan Cicic (191-G/F-2004) of Spartak Marko Djordjevic (193-G/F-2004) of Zitko Basket Matija Kustudic (2004) of Joker S. Aleksa Stanojevic (2006) of Joker S. Predrag Panisic (2004) of Radnicki 1950 Ognjen Petkovic (2004) of Radnicki 1950 Vuk Zivanovic (2004) of Radnicki 1950 Luka Draskovic (2004) of Konstantin Nis Pavle Backo (208-C-2007) of Sloboda U. Bojan Dulovic (2004) of Sloboda U. Ilija Petrovic (2005) of Konstantin Nis |
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| SEA Games: Singapore finishes 7th with the win over Laos - by Eurobasket News |
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Laos - Singapore 49:84 Singapore finished 7th at the SEA Games with the win over Laos, 84-49. They started with a 31-11 lead and never looked behind after. Xavier Ng (188-G-2000) top-scored for the winners with 20 points and Qing-Huang Toh (183-SG-1995) nailed 12. Shi-Yu Ng (197-F-2000) followed them with 11 points in the losing effort. Siphandone Lothalath answered with 11 points in a loss. |
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| Liga Nova KBM Round 2 of Quarter-Finals. Helios and Cedevita Olimpija advance into semis - by Eurobasket News |
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Rogaska - Helios Suns 56-94 The game without a history. Helios Suns led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Rogaska's 22. Helios Suns looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Rogaska's players. The former international forward Blaz Mahkovic (201-1990, agency: Interperformances) scored 31 points and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and American forward Dennis Tunstall (206-1997, college: Towson) chipped in 23 points and 9 rebounds (on 11-of-12 shooting from the field) during the contest. Helios Suns' coach Dejan Jakara felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Patrik Tabak (195-2000) responded with 13 points and 5 rebounds and swingman Jure Span (193-1995, college: USC Upstate, agency: PEPI SPORT) scored 14 points. Top scorers: Helios Suns: B.Mahkovic 31+3reb+3ast, D.Tunstall 23+9reb+1ast, M.Tibor 12+8reb+1ast, Z.Jan 9+1reb+1ast, U.Oman 6+5reb+1ast, L.Buljevic 6+7reb+1ast Rogaska: J.Span 14+1reb+3ast, P.Tabak 13+5reb+2ast, D.Jean-Baptiste 9+2reb, S.Stas 8+9reb, U.Durnik 4+3reb+1ast, I.Milicevic 3+6reb+2ast Ilirija - Sencur Gor. 97-76 The game was mostly controlled by Ilirija. Sencur Gor. was better in third quarter 28-21. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They made 18-of-22 charity shots (81.8 percent) during the game. Ilirija had a 26-12 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Ilirija especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 55.0 percentage. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 28 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Sencur Gor.'s players. Russian center Aleksandr Shashkov (211-2000) orchestrated the victory by scoring 25 points and 8 rebounds. Anej Orel (203-2002) contributed with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. The former international power forward Dino Muric (201-1990) replied with 19 points and 6 rebounds and American forward Lucas Walford (203-1998, college: St.John's, MN) added 15 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) in the effort for Sencur Gor.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. Top scorers: Ilirija: A.Shashkov 25+8reb+1ast, O.Anej 15+14reb+3ast, L.Voncina 14+2reb+1ast, A.Adnan 12+2reb+10ast, K.Jaka 11, D.Ziga 9+5reb+4ast Sencur Gor.: D.Muric 19+6reb, L.Walford 15+7reb+2ast, G.Ozegovic 12+2reb+1ast, N.Martincic 12+1ast, A.Hrstic 7+2reb, E.Ahmedovic 4+3reb+1ast Terme Olimia - Krka 92-81 The game was mostly controlled by Terme Olimia. Krka managed to win second period 24-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Krka 37-25 including a 32-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Terme Olimia shot the lights out from three sinking 17 long-distance shots on high 60.7 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was Zan Kosic (188-1993) who scored 24 points and 6 assists. The former international guard Sandi Cebular (194-1986) chipped in 16 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Naturalized Croatian point guard Rok Stipcevic (186-1986, agency: PEPI SPORT) produced 12 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals and Croatian power forward Mate Vucic (204-1997) added 13 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Terme Olimia: Z.Kosic 24+3reb+6ast, S.Cebular 16+7reb+7ast, S.Atanackovic 15+6reb+4ast, N.Strnad 15+2reb+3ast, Z.Svigelj 10+2reb+3ast, N.Tadic 10+12reb+2ast Krka: J.Robert 14+4reb+1ast, C.Miha 14+4reb, M.Vucic 13+5reb+1ast, R.Stipcevic 12+7reb+7ast, R.Spasojevic 11+3reb+2ast, J.Span 11+1reb+5ast Cedevita Ol. - Sentjur 91-65 The game was mostly controlled by Cedevita Ol.. Sentjur managed to win fourth quarter 19-18. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Sentjur 46-23 including a 32-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Cedevita Ol. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Bosnian-Italian Amar Alibegovic (206-1995, college: St.John's) scored 13 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international swingman Zoran Dragic (196-1989) chipped in 15 points during the contest. American point guard Tavian Dunn-Martin (173-1998, college: FGCU) responded with 28 points and 7 assists and Canadian center Jabari Craig (208-1995, college: ECU, agency: Interperformances) scored 9 points and 8 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Top scorers: Cedevita Ol.: Z.Dragic 15+4reb+3ast, M.Mulalic 14+3reb+4ast, A.Alibegovic 13+8reb+1ast, K.Matkovic 12+4reb+1ast, M.Rebec 8+2reb+8ast, A.Omic 8+7reb+2ast Sentjur: T.Dunn-Martin 28+3reb+7ast, R.Nemanic 10+1reb+2ast, J.Craig 9+8reb, T.Tomazic 6+1reb+1ast, N.Miha 4, I.Drzic 3+2reb+1ast |
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| EBA Round 4 of Finals. Huelva Comercio clinch promotion - by Eurobasket News |
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Huelva CD - Huelva Com. 53-70 Huelva Comercio clinched LEB Plata promotion as they topped Huelva CD. Huelva Com. outrebounded Huelva CD 51-33 including a 41-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of Canadian-Ghanian point guard Godwin Boahen (180-1997, college: UIC, agency: Helping Ballers) who helped to win the game recording 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. American forward Cameron Gaines (203, college: Lynn) contributed with 6 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Point guard Fran Cardenas (177-1990) replied with 9 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and Christian Segui (192-2000) added 12 points in the effort for Huelva CD. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Huelva CD: C.Segui 12+2reb+2ast, F.Cardenas 9+5reb+4ast, V.Perez 8+3reb, P.Sow 6+5reb, R.Postigo 5+1reb+1ast, F.Ristori 4+1reb+1ast Huelva Com.: G.Boahen 18+7reb+4ast, A.Artiles 15+3reb, A.Moreira 9+5reb+1ast, W.El Otmani 7+2reb+1ast, C.Gaines 6+13reb+2ast, A.Fadika 5+12reb+1ast |
| LEB Silver Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Prat and Menorca celebrate wins - by Eurobasket News |
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Navarra - Prat 71-91 Forward Jordi Rodriguez (199-2004, agency: BIG) fired 21 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Croatian forward Tomislav Buljan (205-2002, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 15 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Raul Lobaco (195-2000) produced 20 points and forward Pau Trevino (202-2002) added 12 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Prat and four Navarra players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Navarra: R.Lobaco 20+3reb+1ast, T.Pau 12+8reb, D.Kristensen 12+7reb+1ast, J.Balastegui 11+2reb+6ast, A.Urdiain 6+4reb+1ast, R.Adria 4+2reb+1ast Prat: R.Jordi 21+5reb+3ast, B.Tomislav 15+7reb, A.Martin 12+1reb+6ast, C.Robert 11+6reb, T.Smallwood 10+9reb, Q.Salvans 8+3reb Clavijo - Menorca 59-67 Worth to mention a great performance of forward Diego Alderete (197-2000) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds. French Edwin Jackson (190-1989) contributed with 19 points and 4 assists for the winners. Four Menorca players scored in double figures. Guard Juan Coffi (193-1998, college: CBU) answered with 13 points and 5 rebounds and Nigerian-American guard Rob Ukawuba (191-1994, college: NJIT) added 14 points in the effort for Clavijo. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Top scorers: Clavijo: R.Ukawuba 14+3reb, J.Coffi 13+5reb+2ast, A.Norris 11+6reb, J.Nicolau 7+4reb+1ast, B.Garcia 6+2reb+1ast, B.Demian 6+1reb Menorca: E.Jackson 19+1reb+4ast, D.Alderete 18+13reb+1ast, I.Arroyo-Varela 11+4reb+1ast, A.Tamayo 10+2reb, E.Stoilov 6+4reb, P.Molins 3+2reb |
| LEB Gold Round 33: Coruna beat Palencia in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Coruna. Third ranked Coruna faced second-best Palencia. Host Coruna (23-10) defeated guests from Palencia (27-7) 81-69. Coruna made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. 25 personal fouls committed by Palencia helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was Swedish swingman Karl Olle Lundqvist (199-1999) who scored 11 points and 7 assists. Serbian forward Djordje Simeunovic (201-1995, agency: 011 Sports) chipped in 11 points and 7 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was naturalized Bulgarian forward Konstantin Kostadinov (203-2003) who recorded 17 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Coruna maintains third place with 23-10 record having seven points less than leader Andorra. Newly promoted Palencia keeps the second position with seven games lost. Coruna are looking forward to face Burgos (#6) on the road in the next round. Palencia will play against Melilla (#16) and is hoping to win this game. Leader Andorra delivered the twenty ninth victory. This time they crushed 12th ranked Ourense (12-21) 95-61. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Ourense. It was a good game for Croatian center Marin Maric (211-1994, college: DePaul, agency: BIG) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds. Johnny Dee contributed with 19 points and 4 assists for the winners. South Sudanese-American power forward Kur Kuath (208-1998, college: Marquette) answered with 12 points and 5 rebounds for Ourense. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Andorra have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 29-5 record. Newly promoted Ourense keeps the twelfth position with 21 games lost. They share it with Almansa. Andorra will play against Gipuzkoa (#8) in San Sebastian in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ourense will play at home against Lleida (#7) and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game in Madrid was also quite interesting. 4th placed Burgos (21-12) played at the court of seventh ranked Estudiantes (21-12). Estudiantes managed to secure a 8-point victory 104-96 on Sunday. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Burgos. Kevin Larsen stepped up with a double-double by scoring 27 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. The best for the losing side was Mindaugas Kacinas with 17 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Estudiantes moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Burgos. Estudiantes will meet Iraurgi SB (#17) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Burgos will play against Coruna (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Other games of round 33 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Gipuzkoa defeated Alicante in San Sebastian 81-79. Oviedo beat Castello at home 83-66. Cantabria lost to Almansa on the opponent's court 90-91. Valladolid managed to outperform Albacete in a home game 83-70. Caceres recorded a loss to Melilla on the road 97-89. Lleida defeated Iraurgi SB on its own court 91-78. The best stats of 33th round was 16 points and 7 rebounds by Miguel Gonzalez of Lleida.
Andorra - Ourense 95-61 Leader Andorra delivered the twenty ninth victory. This time they crushed 12th ranked Ourense (12-21) 95-61. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Ourense. Andorra dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Ourense's 24. They outrebounded Ourense 36-24 including 27 on the defensive glass. Andorra players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. It was a good game for Croatian center Marin Maric (211-1994, college: DePaul, agency: BIG) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds. American point guard Johnny Dee (183-1992, college: San Diego) contributed with 19 points and 4 assists for the winners. Four Andorra players scored in double figures. South Sudanese-American power forward Kur Kuath (208-1998, college: Marquette) answered with 12 points and 5 rebounds and North Macedonian-Bulgarian forward Stojan Gjuroski (203-1991, college: Louisiana Tech, agency: BIG) added 8 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Ourense. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Andorra have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 29-5 record. Newly promoted Ourense keeps the twelfth position with 21 games lost. They share it with Almansa. Andorra will play against Gipuzkoa (#8) in San Sebastian in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ourense will play at home against Lleida (#7) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Andorra: J.Dee 19+3reb+4ast, M.Maric 14+11reb+1ast, F.Dos Anjos 13+5reb+1ast, M.Speight 11+3reb+4ast, J.Rubio 11+2reb, T.Borg 10+1reb+3ast Ourense: K.Kuath 12+5reb+1ast, J.Nogues 9+5reb, U.Jose 8+1reb+2ast, S.Gjuroski 8+5reb+2ast, A.Peciukevicius 8+1reb, F.Manjgafic 4 Alicante - Gipuzkoa 79-81 Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both eighth ranked Gipuzkoa and 9th ranked Alicante had identical 18-14 record. But Alicante was not able to use a home court advantage and was edged by the opponent from San Sebastian 81-79 on Friday night. Gipuzkoa made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. American guard Justin Jaworski (190-1999, college: Lafayette) stepped up and scored 25 points for the winners and American-Italian guard Adam Sollazzo (198-1990, college: ETSU) chipped in 12 points and 7 assists. The best for the losing side was Icelandic point guard Aegir Steinarsson (185-1991, college: Newberry) with 12 points and 6 assists and American swingman Delaney Blaylock (196-1997, college: Lewis) scored 10 points and 8 rebounds. Four Alicante players scored in double figures. Alicante's coach Rafael Monclova tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Gipuzkoa maintains eighth place with 19-14 record. Alicante lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with 15 games lost. Gipuzkoa will meet at home league's leader Andorra in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Alicante will play against Castello (#10) in Castellon and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Gipuzkoa: J.Jaworski 25+3reb+2ast, R.Nurger 14+4reb, A.Sollazzo 12+2reb+7ast, X.Oroz 8+6reb+5ast, A.Martinez 8+5reb, X.Beraza 6+2reb+1ast Alicante: O.Matulionis 14+2reb+3ast, A.Steinarsson 12+2reb+6ast, A.Parrado 12+2reb+1ast, D.Blaylock 10+8reb+2ast, E.Gatell 10+4reb+3ast, N.Rakocevic 8+4reb+4ast Oviedo - Castello 83-66 There was a surprise result when fifteenth ranked Oviedo (10-23) defeated at home higher ranked Castello (16-17) 83-66 on Saturday. Oviedo looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American guard Romeo Crouch (193, college: Embry Riddle) stepped up and scored 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and Adria Domenech (205-2002) chipped in 17 points. The best for the losing side was American forward Eric Stutz (203-1992, college: EKU) with 14 points and 6 rebounds and guard Eduardo Duran (190-1991) scored 16 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Oviedo moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with Caceres. Castello at the other side keeps the tenth position with 17 games lost. Oviedo will meet higher ranked Cantabria (#11) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Castello will play against Alicante and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Oviedo: D.Adria 17+3reb+2ast, R.Crouch 15+6reb+4ast, D.Scott 13+4reb+4ast, F.Santana 12+4reb+4ast, N.Pruitt 6+1reb+1ast, C.Brown 6+6reb+2ast Castello: E.Duran 16+1reb+1ast, M.Dijkstra 14+2ast, E.Stutz 14+6reb+1ast, J.Bilbao 10+5reb+1ast, X.Rey 5+4reb+2ast, O.Alvarado 5+2reb+5ast Almansa - Cantabria 91-90 There was a minor upset when 11th ranked Cantabria (15-18) was edged on the road by thirteenth ranked Almansa (12-21) 91-90 on Saturday. Almansa made 32-of-37 free shots (86.5 percent) during the game, while Cantabria only scored eight points from the stripe. They outrebounded Cantabria 33-22 including a 26-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. Austrian Marvin Ogunsipe (203-1996) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds for the winners and Argentinian-Italian guard Mateo Diaz (186-2002) chipped in 19 points (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Almansa's coach Tino Ugidos used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was Bosnian Mirza Bulic (207-1992) with 21 points and 5 rebounds and guard Agustin Sans (193-1995) scored 8 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Almansa moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Ourense. Newly promoted Cantabria keeps the eleventh position with 18 games lost. Almansa will meet bottom-ranked Albacete (#18) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Cantabria will play against Oviedo (#15) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Almansa: M.Ogunsipe 24+11reb+2ast, D.Mateo 19+2reb+2ast, P.Aranitovic 17+1reb+1ast, M.Bonde 13+2reb+2ast, J.Fernandez 6+3reb, J.Menendez 4+9reb+1ast Cantabria: M.Bulic 21+5reb+3ast, S.Smith 15+1reb+1ast, J.Garcia 14+1reb+2ast, D.Pena 13+1reb+4ast, W.Cabral 9+3reb+1ast, A.Sans 8+5reb+5ast Valladolid - Albacete 83-70 Very predictable result when fifth ranked Valladolid (21-12) beat at home bottom-ranked Albacete (7-26) 83-70 on Friday. Valladolid made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Valladolid outrebounded Albacete 36-24 including a 14-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. Congolese forward Romaric Belemene (202-1997) stepped up and scored 13 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and Dutch center Lucas NGuessan (213-1997, college: ETSU) chipped in 16 points. Four Valladolid players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was forward Ivan Aurrecoechea (204-1995, college: NM State) with 15 points and 5 rebounds and point guard Guillem Ferrando (186-2002) scored 11 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Valladolid moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Albacete lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the bottom. Valladolid will meet Caceres (#14) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Albacete will play against Almansa (#12) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Valladolid: L.N'Guessan 16+3reb+3ast, R.Belemene 13+7reb+3ast, M.Torres Cuevas 10+2reb+7ast, K.Allen 10+5reb, S.De La Fuente 7+3reb, M.Pantzar 6+6reb+4ast Albacete: I.Aurrecoechea 15+5reb, F.Guillem 11+5reb+1ast, D.Knudsen 11+1ast, V.Moreno 9+1ast, C.Jacobs 8+1reb, G.Blat 7+2reb+5ast Melilla - Caceres 97-89 There was a minor upset when 14th ranked Caceres (10-23) was defeated on the road by seventeenth ranked Melilla (8-25) 97-89 on Sunday. American point guard Trey Davis (183-1993, college: UMass) stepped up and scored 25 points and 7 assists for the winners and Serbian center Darko Balaban (211-1989, agency: Helping Ballers) chipped in 22 points and 7 rebounds. Melilla's coach Oscar Lata used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was Haitian-Canadian forward Kevin Bercy (201-1994, college: St.Francis X.) with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds and forward Carlos Toledo (198-1994) scored 12 points and 6 rebounds. Four Melilla and five Caceres players scored in double figures. Melilla moved-up to sixteenth place, which they share with Iraurgi SB. Caceres at the other side keeps the fourteenth position with 23 games lost. They share it with Oviedo. Melilla will meet league's second-placed Palencia on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Caceres will play against Valladolid (#4) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Melilla: T.Davis 25+4reb+7ast, D.Balaban 22+7reb+1ast, S.Jarumbauskas 17+4reb+2ast, J.Pardina 10+10reb+4ast, S.Rodriguez 9+4reb, A.Thompson 5+2reb+1ast Caceres: K.Vasileiadis 17+3reb, S.Borovnjak 13+4reb, C.Toledo 12+6reb+2ast, K.Bercy 12+11reb+2ast, A.Lafuente 12+3reb, L.Bracey 11+1reb+1ast Coruna - Palencia 81-69 An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Coruna. Third ranked Coruna faced second-best Palencia. Host Coruna (23-10) defeated guests from Palencia (27-7) 81-69. Coruna made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. 25 personal fouls committed by Palencia helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was Swedish swingman Karl Olle Lundqvist (199-1999) who scored 11 points and 7 assists. Serbian forward Djordje Simeunovic (201-1995, agency: 011 Sports) chipped in 11 points and 7 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was naturalized Bulgarian forward Konstantin Kostadinov (203-2003) who recorded 17 points and 9 rebounds and DR Congolese-Canadian guard Mathieu Kamba (196-1995, college: Cent Arkansas) added 4 points and 11 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Coruna maintains third place with 23-10 record having seven points less than leader Andorra. Newly promoted Palencia keeps the second position with seven games lost. Coruna are looking forward to face Burgos (#6) on the road in the next round. Palencia will play against Melilla (#16) and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Coruna: Y.Barrueta 12+5reb, K.Olle Lundqvist 11+3reb+7ast, D.Simeunovic 11+7reb, G.Filipovic 9+4reb+4ast, J.Vega 8+2reb+1ast, A.Galan 7+2reb+1ast Palencia: K.Kostadinov 17+9reb, G.Martinez 9+1reb+4ast, A.Mendy 8+1ast, J.Ortega 7+7reb+1ast, A.Wintering 6+1reb+5ast, J.Kasibabu 6+2reb Estudiantes - Burgos 104-96 The game in Madrid was also quite interesting. 4th placed Burgos (21-12) played at the court of seventh ranked Estudiantes (21-12). Estudiantes managed to secure a 8-point victory 104-96 on Sunday. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Burgos. Estudiantes made 22-of-27 free shots (81.5 percent) during the game. Danish center Kevin Larsen (208-1993, college: GWU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 27 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and American-Italian guard Paul Jorgensen (188-1996, college: Butler) chipped in 17 points. The best for the losing side was Lithuanian forward Mindaugas Kacinas (204-1993, college: S.Carolina, agency: BIG) with 17 points and 7 rebounds and Slovenian point guard Luka Rupnik (186-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 8 points, 5 rebounds and 10 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. Estudiantes moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Burgos. Estudiantes will meet Iraurgi SB (#17) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Burgos will play against Coruna (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Estudiantes: K.Larsen 27+12reb+2ast, P.Jorgensen 17+4reb+1ast, M.Hughes 15+3reb+2ast, H.Atencia 12+2reb+2ast, J.Franch 9+3reb+1ast, D.Ruben 9+1reb+1ast Burgos: M.Kacinas 17+7reb, G.Corbalan 16+3reb, K.Thomas 12+3reb+1ast, R.Mahalbasic 10+5reb+5ast, M.Norelia 9+4reb+1ast, J.van Zegeren 8+4reb Lleida - Iraurgi SB 91-78 Everything went according to plan when seventh ranked Lleida (21-12) won against at home 16th ranked Iraurgi SB (8-25) 91-78 on Friday. Lleida made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game. Lleida outrebounded Iraurgi SB 46-30 including a 35-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Swingman Miguel Gonzalez (199-1999) stepped up and scored 16 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and Croatian-Bosnian power forward Marko Bakovic (205-1993) chipped in 9 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Lleida players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American forward Nathan Hoover (193-1997, college: Wofford, agency: Helping Ballers) with 20 points and 4 assists and Dutch forward Dylan Van Eyck (203-1998, college: Iona) scored 14 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Lleida moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Iraurgi SB lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth position with 25 games lost. They share it with Melilla. Lleida will meet Ourense (#13) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Iraurgi SB will play against Estudiantes and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Lleida: A.Sidibe 18+2reb+1ast, M.Gonzalez 16+7reb+3ast, A.Urtasun 14+5reb+4ast, J.Ignacio Marcos 11+2reb+2ast, M.Bakovic 9+10reb+4ast, J.Lobo 8+2reb+1ast Iraurgi SB: N.Hoover 20+2reb+4ast, D.Van Eyck 14+9reb, B.Njie 10+3reb+3ast, I.Royo 6+2reb, A.Ierai 6+1reb+1ast, B.Hevia 6+4reb+4ast |
| Liga Endesa Round 33 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most interesting game of round 33 was a home defeat of second-best Baskonia (27-6) to first ranked Barca (28-5) 91-84 in the game for the first place. It ended the five-game winning streak of Baskonia. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Barca looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Argentinian guard Nicolas Laprovittola (190-1990) stepped up and scored 18 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and the former international Alex Abrines (198-1993) chipped in 18 points. The best for the losing side was American guard Darius Thompson (193-1995, college: WKU) with 15 points and 8 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Barca have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 28-5 record. Baskonia at the other side keeps the second position with six games lost. They share it with Real Madrid. Barca are looking forward to face Murcia (#9) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Baskonia will play against Girona (#15) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident. The game in Las Palmas supposed to be also worth to mention about. Third ranked Real Madrid (27-6) played at the court of 6th ranked Gran Canaria (19-14). Real Madrid smashed Gran Canaria 95-67. French swingman Fabien Causeur (196-1987) nailed 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and Guerschon Yabusele accounted for 17 points and 9 rebounds. Polish-American AJ Slaughter (191-1987, college: WKU) came up with 16 points for Gran Canaria in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Real Madrid. Defending champion moved-up to second place, which they share with Baskonia. Gran Canaria at the other side keeps the sixth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Joventut. Real Madrid will play against Real Betis (#16) in Sevilla in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Gran Canaria will play on the road against Manresa (#14) and hopes to get back on the winning track. A very close game took place in Lugo between Manresa and Rio Breogan. Fifteenth ranked Manresa (11-22) got a very close victory on the road over higher ranked Rio Breogan (13-20). Manresa managed to escape with a 1-point win 82-81 on Sunday evening. The best player for the winners was Martinas Geben who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Ethan Happ who recorded a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Manresa moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with Girona. Rio Breogan lost their seventh game in a row. They keep the eleventh position with 20 games lost. They share it with Obradoiro. Manresa will meet at home higher ranked Gran Canaria (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Rio Breogan will play against Valencia (#8) and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 33: Girona won against Zaragoza on the opponent's court 95-88. Real Betis unfortunately lost to Granada in a home game 85-91. Bilbao recorded a loss to Murcia on the road 55-67. Joventut defeated Obradoiro on its own court 96-85. Valencia beat Fuenlabrada in a road game 93-75.
Zaragoza - Girona 88-95 There was a minor upset when 13th ranked Zaragoza (12-21) was defeated at home by sixteenth ranked Girona (11-22) 95-88 on Saturday. Girona made 24-of-26 free shots (92.3 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American swingman Kameron Taylor (198-1994, college: Seton Hill) who scored 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. His fellow American import guard John Jenkins (193-1991, college: Vanderbilt) chipped in 20 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Cuban guard Howard Sant-Roos (201-1991, agency: Octagon Europe) who recorded 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and Serbian guard Stefan Jovic (198-1990) added 13 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Four Girona and five Zaragoza players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Girona moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with Manresa. Loser Zaragoza keeps the thirteenth position with 21 games lost. Girona will meet at home league's second-placed Baskonia in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Zaragoza will play against Tenerife (#4) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Zaragoza: H.Sant-Roos 21+7reb+5ast, S.Jovic 13+7reb+2ast, J.Jessup 12+2reb+2ast, S.Yusta 11+3reb+3ast, C.Mekowulu 10+8reb, T.Hlinason 7 Girona: J.Jenkins 20+3reb+1ast, K.Taylor 13+7reb+4ast, J.Colom 13+3reb+7ast, M.Gasol 11+10reb+2ast, J.Sorolla 11+1reb, J.Hill 9+2reb+3ast Real Betis - Granada 85-91 There was a small surprise in Sevilla where seventeenth ranked Granada (10-23) defeated 15th ranked Real Betis (10-23) 91-85 on Saturday. Granada had a 28-17 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was American guard Joe Thomasson (193-1993, college: Wright St., agency: Octagon Europe) who scored 28 points (perfect behind the arc making all five shots). Liberian-American guard Thomas Bropleh (196-1991, college: Boise St.) chipped in 20 points and 7 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Dominican guard Jean Montero (188-2003) who recorded 19 points and 6 rebounds and American swingman BJ Johnson (201-1995, college: La Salle) added 17 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Granada moved-up to sixteenth place, which they share with defeated Real Betis. Granada will meet at home higher ranked Joventut (#7) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Real Betis will play against Real Madrid (#3) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Real Betis: J.Montero 19+6reb+2ast, B.Johnson 17+5reb, V.Gerun 10+6reb, T.Perez 10+8reb+2ast, M.Zsombor 8+1reb+1ast, A.Cvetkovic 8+2reb+4ast Granada: J.Thomasson 28+2reb+2ast, T.Bropleh 20+7reb+2ast, L.Maye 12+9reb+2ast, Y.Ndoye 10+5reb, P.Tomas 8+5reb, D.Iriarte 4+2reb+1ast Murcia - Bilbao 67-55 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 10th ranked Bilbao's (14-19) road loss to ninth ranked Murcia (16-17) 55-67 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was Montenegrin power forward Nemanja Radovic (208-1991) who scored 7 points and 8 rebounds. Czech swingman David Jelinek (194-1990, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 12 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Bosnian-Finnish power forward Emir Sulejmanovic (205-1995) who recorded 7 points and 14 rebounds and American center Jeff Withey (213-1990, college: Kansas) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Murcia. They maintain ninth place with 16-17 record. Loser Bilbao keeps the tenth position with 19 games lost. Murcia will meet league's leader Barca in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Bilbao will play against Unicaja (#5) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Bilbao: J.Withey 14+5reb, A.Smith 9+3reb+6ast, E.Sulejmanovic 7+14reb, X.Rabaseda 5+4reb+2ast, G.Tsalmpouris 5+1reb+1ast, A.Reyes 5+5reb+1ast Murcia: D.Jelinek 12+1reb+2ast, T.McFadden 11+2reb+2ast, D.Nikolic 10+5reb, N.Radovic 7+8reb+2ast, A.Pustovyi 6+8reb, C.Chiozza 5+3reb+7ast Rio Breogan - Manresa 81-82 A very close game took place in Lugo between Manresa and Rio Breogan. Fifteenth ranked Manresa (11-22) got a very close victory on the road over higher ranked Rio Breogan (13-20). Manresa managed to escape with a 1-point win 82-81 on Sunday evening. The guests trailed by 2 points after three quarters before their 23-20 charge, which allowed them to win the game. The best player for the winners was Lithuanian center Martinas Geben (208-1994, college: Notre Dame, agency: Octagon Europe) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds. American point guard Jerrick Harding (185-1998, college: Weber St.) chipped in 12 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American power forward Ethan Happ (208-1996, college: Wisconsin) who recorded a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds and German point guard Justus Hollatz (191-2001) added 14 points, 6 assists and 4 steals respectively. Four Rio Breogan players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Manresa moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with Girona. Rio Breogan lost their seventh game in a row. They keep the eleventh position with 20 games lost. They share it with Obradoiro. Manresa will meet at home higher ranked Gran Canaria (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Rio Breogan will play against Valencia (#8) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Rio Breogan: E.Happ 15+12reb, J.Hollatz 14+2reb+6ast, S.Momirov 13+2reb+3ast, N.Nenadic 11+3reb+1ast, S.Quintela 9+1reb+1ast, M.Lukovic 6+3reb Manresa: M.Geben 18+13reb+1ast, J.Harding 12+5reb+2ast, D.Garcia 10+2reb+2ast, B.Badio 9+1reb+1ast, D.Perez 9+1reb+5ast, J.Pablo Vaulet 8+2reb Joventut - Obradoiro 96-85 Everything went according to plan in Badalona where seventh ranked Joventut (19-14) beat 12th ranked Obradoiro (13-20) 96-85 on Sunday. Joventut dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Obradoiro's 32. The best player for the winners was the former international forward Joel Parra (202-2000) who scored 23 points and 6 rebounds. American guard Kyle Guy (188-1997, college: Virginia) chipped in 23 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Lithuanian center Marek Blazevic (209-2001) who recorded 15 points and 9 rebounds and Canadian guard Kassius Robertson (190-1994, college: Missouri, agency: Octagon Europe) added 17 points and 4 assists respectively. Five Joventut and four Obradoiro players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Joventut moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Gran Canaria. Loser Obradoiro dropped to the eleventh position with 20 games lost. They share it with Rio Breogan. Joventut will meet Granada (#17) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Obradoiro will play against Fuenlabrada (#18) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Obradoiro: K.Robertson 17+1reb+4ast, M.Blazevic 15+9reb+2ast, P.Scrubb 13+4ast, T.Scrubb 10+5reb, F.Zurbriggen 8+2reb+3ast, E.Vicedo 7+1reb+2ast Joventut: K.Guy 23+1reb+2ast, J.Parra 23+6reb+1ast, A.Feliz 14+2reb+3ast, V.Brodziansky 13+8reb+2ast, J.Busquets 10+2reb+1ast, A.Tomic 4+5reb+3ast Baskonia - Barca 84-91 The most interesting game of round 33 was a home defeat of second-best Baskonia (27-6) to first ranked Barca (28-5) 91-84 in the game for the first place. It ended the five-game winning streak of Baskonia. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Barca looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Argentinian guard Nicolas Laprovittola (190-1990) stepped up and scored 18 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and the former international Alex Abrines (198-1993) chipped in 18 points. The best for the losing side was American guard Darius Thompson (193-1995, college: WKU) with 15 points and 8 assists and Serbian Vanja Marinkovic (198-1997, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 20 points (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Barca have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 28-5 record. Baskonia at the other side keeps the second position with six games lost. They share it with Real Madrid. Barca are looking forward to face Murcia (#9) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Baskonia will play against Girona (#15) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident. Top scorers: Baskonia: V.Marinkovic 20, D.Thompson 15+1reb+8ast, D.Hommes 14+3reb+1ast, M.Howard 9, M.Kotsar 9+2reb+3ast, M.Costello 6+7reb+1ast Barca: A.Abrines 18+1ast, N.Laprovittola 18+5reb+5ast, N.Mirotic 13+3reb+1ast, S.Sanli 8, T.Satoransky 8+2reb+3ast, N.James 6+2reb Fuenlabrada - Valencia 75-93 There was no surprise in Madrid where 18th ranked Fuenlabrada (4-29) was defeated by eighth ranked Valencia (17-16) 93-75 on Sunday. Valencia dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Fuenlabrada's 34. Valencia forced 24 Fuenlabrada turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international Josep Puerto (199-1999) who scored 19 points. Canadian power forward Kyle Alexander (208-1996, college: Tennessee) chipped in 18 points and 5 rebounds (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field). At the other side the best for losing team was American-Liberian Lasan Kromah (198-1991, college: UConn, agency: Octagon Europe) who recorded 17 points and Rodrigo Diaz added 6 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists respectively. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Valencia maintains eighth place with 17-16 record. Fuenlabrada lost their sixth game in a row. They stay dead last with 29 lost games. Valencia will meet at home Rio Breogan (#11) in the next round. Fuenlabrada will play against Obradoiro (#12) in Santiago de Compostela and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Fuenlabrada: L.Kromah 17+2reb+3ast, K.Horton 12+1reb+1ast, S.Matija 7, F.Juan 7+2reb, L.Malique 7+7reb+2ast, D.Rodrigo 6+5reb+6ast Valencia: J.Puerto 19+3reb+1ast, K.Alexander 18+5reb, C.Jones 12+3reb+2ast, J.Radebaugh 10, B.Dubljevic 9+5reb+5ast, V.Claver 7+3reb+2ast Gran Canaria - Real Madrid 67-95 The game in Las Palmas supposed to be also worth to mention about. Third ranked Real Madrid (27-6) played at the court of 6th ranked Gran Canaria (19-14). Real Madrid smashed Gran Canaria 95-67. Real Madrid players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Gran Canaria's players. French swingman Fabien Causeur (196-1987) nailed 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and French Guerschon Yabusele (204-1995) accounted for 17 points and 9 rebounds. Polish-American AJ Slaughter (191-1987, college: WKU) came up with 16 points and Argentinian Nicolas Brussino (205-1993) added 12 points respectively for Gran Canaria in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Real Madrid. Defending champion moved-up to second place, which they share with Baskonia. Gran Canaria at the other side keeps the sixth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Joventut. Real Madrid will play against Real Betis (#16) in Sevilla in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Gran Canaria will play on the road against Manresa (#14) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Gran Canaria: A.Slaughter 16+2reb+2ast, N.Brussino 12+2reb+1ast, V.Benite 9, A.Albicy 8+2reb+3ast, A.Balcerowski 6+2reb+2ast, D.Khalifa 5+6reb+1ast Real Madrid: F.Causeur 19+5reb+5ast, M.Hezonja 18+2reb, G.Yabusele 17+9reb+1ast, A.Abalde 9+5reb+3ast, W.Tavares 8+2reb+2ast, A.Randolph 8+2reb+1ast |
| Kevin Larsen claims Spanish LEB Gold weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 29-year old center had a double-double of 27 points and twelve rebounds, while his team beat Burgos (21-12) 104-96. Estudiantes is placed at 5th position in Spanish LEB Gold. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Estudiantes will need more victories to improve their 21-12 record. In the team's last game Larsen had a remarkable 87.5% from 2-point range. It's his second year at Estudiantes and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Kevin Larsen averages this season 13.6ppg and 5.2rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Austrian power forward Marvin Ogunsipe (203-PF-1996) of Almansa. Ogunsipe impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 24 points and 11 rebounds. It was enough for Almansa to edge slightly higher-ranked Cantabria (#11, 15-18) by 1 point 91-90. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. But Almansa managed to improve slightly their position in standings taking 12th place. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 12-21 record. Ogunsipe is a newcomer at Almansa 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 Serbian Darko Balaban (211-C-1989, agency: Helping Ballers) of Melilla (#16). Balaban scored 22 points and grabbed seven rebounds. He was a key player of Melilla, leading his team to a 97-89 win against slightly higher-ranked Caceres (#14, 10-23). Melilla can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 8-25 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Balaban has a very solid season. In 10 games in Spain he scored 13.7ppg. He also has 5.9rpg and FGP: 62.6%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Mirza Bulic (207-SF-1992) of Cantabria - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Trey Davis (183-PG-1993) of Melilla - 25 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists 6. Miguel Gonzalez (199-G/F-1999) of Lleida - 16 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Marin Maric (211-C-1994) of Andorra - 14 points and 11 rebounds 8. Mateo Diaz (186-G-2002) of Almansa - 19 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Simas Jarumbauskas (198-SF-2000) of Melilla - 17 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Carlos Toledo (198-F-1994) of Caceres - 12 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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| Spanish Liga Endesa round 33 best performance: Guerschon Yabusele - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 27-year old player was the main contributor (17 points, nine rebounds) to his team's victory, helping them to outclass Gran Canaria (#6, 19-14) with 28-point margin 95-67. Real Madrid maintains the 3rd position in Spanish Liga Endesa. They are still close to the very top. Real Madrid would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 27-6 record. In the team's last game Yabusele had a remarkable 55.6% from 2-point range. It's his second year at Real Madrid and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Guerschon Yabusele averages this season 11.8ppg. The second best player in last round's games was young American Joe Thomasson (193-G-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) of Granada. Thomasson had a very good evening with 28 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists. It was enough for Granada to edge slightly higher-ranked Real Betis (10-23) 91-85. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Granada keeps 17th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 10-23 record. Thomasson is one of the most experienced players at Granada and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third on the list of top players last round was American guard Kyle Guy (188-G-1997) of Joventut (#7). Guy scored 23 points. He was a key player of Joventut, leading his team to a 96-85 win against the lower-ranked Obradoiro (#12, 13-20). Joventut needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 19 victories and 14 lost games. Guy has a very solid season. In 33 games in Spain he scored 11.3ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Joel Parra (202-F-2000) of Joventut - 23 points and 6 rebounds 5. Martinas Geben (208-C-1994) of Manresa - 18 points and 13 rebounds 6. Kyle Alexander (208-F/C-1996) of Valencia - 18 points and 5 rebounds 7. Nicolas Laprovittola (190-G-1990) of Barca - 18 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists 8. Ethan Happ (208-C/F-1996) of Rio Breogan - 15 points and 12 rebounds 9. Howard Sant-Roos (201-G-1991) of Zaragoza - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Fabien Causeur (196-G/F-1987) of Real Madrid - 19 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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| Vevey Riviera Basket earn U18 League title - by Eurobasket News |
| Vevey Riviera Basket are U18 League champions. They topped Mendrisiotto 72-53 in the title game on Sunday. Vevey built a 43-27 halftime lead. They held Mendrisiotto to 26 points in the second half to ease to the victory. Ousseynou Sambe (206-C-2006) finished with 27 points to be named the MVP. Bernex Basket finished in the third place. They edged Pully Lausanne 80-66 in the consolation final. |
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| SBL Round 16: Al Nawaeer lose to Al Ittihad in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game between Top Four teams took place in Aleppo. First ranked host Al Ittihad (11-1) defeated 3rd ranked Al Nawaeer (8-3) 82-72. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Al Nawaeer. Al Ittihad have an impressive five-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 11-1 record. Al Nawaeer at the other side keeps the third place with three games lost. They share the position with Al Wahda and Al Jalaa. Al Ittihad are looking forward to face Tishreen (#7) in Latakia in the next round where they are favorite. Al Nawaeer will play at home against Al Karameh (#6) and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. Bottom-ranked Al Wathba (0-13) is still winless. This time they lost on the road their 13th consecutive match to seventh ranked Tishreen (5-7) 80-69. Newly promoted Tishreen maintains seventh position with 5-7 record. Al Wathba at the other side still closes the standings with 13 games lost. Tishreen will play against league's leader Al Ittihad in Aleppo in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Al Wathba will play at home against Al Hurriyeh (#8) and hopes to get finally their first victory. The game in Damascus was also quite interesting. 4th ranked Al Karameh (7-3) played at the court of sixth ranked Al Wahda (8-3). Al Wahda managed to secure a 8-point victory 88-80 on Friday. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Al Karameh. Al Wahda have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Al Jalaa and Al Nawaeer. Loser Al Karameh dropped to the sixth position with three games lost. Al Wahda's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Damascus to the arena Al Jaish. In the last two games of round 16 Hutteen was destroyed by Al Jalaa on the opponent's court 81-57. Al Taleiah was outscored by Al Hurriyeh in a home game 64-85.
Al Jalaa - Hutteen 81-57 Very expected game in Aleppo where 9th ranked Hutteen (3-10) was crushed by fifth ranked Al Jalaa (8-3) 81-57 on Friday. Al Jalaa moved-up to third place, which they share with Al Wahda and Al Nawaeer. Loser Hutteen keeps the ninth position with ten games lost. Al Jalaa will meet Al Taleiah (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Hutteen will play against the league's leader Al Ittihad and hope to secure a win. Al Wahda - Al Karameh 88-80 The game in Damascus was also quite interesting. 4th ranked Al Karameh (7-3) played at the court of sixth ranked Al Wahda (8-3). Al Wahda managed to secure a 8-point victory 88-80 on Friday. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Al Karameh. Al Wahda have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Al Jalaa and Al Nawaeer. Loser Al Karameh dropped to the sixth position with three games lost. Al Wahda's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Damascus to the arena Al Jaish. Al Taleiah - Al Hurriyeh 64-85 Rather predictable result in Hama where eighth ranked Al Hurriyeh (5-8) smashed 10th ranked Al Taleiah (1-11) 85-64 on Friday. Al Hurriyeh maintains eighth position with 5-8 record. Loser Al Taleiah keeps the tenth place with 11 games lost. Al Hurriyeh will meet bottom-ranked Al Wathba (#11) in the next round. Al Taleiah will play against Al Jalaa and hope to win that game. Tishreen - Al Wathba 80-69 Bottom-ranked Al Wathba (0-13) is still winless. This time they lost on the road their 13th consecutive match to seventh ranked Tishreen (5-7) 80-69. Newly promoted Tishreen maintains seventh position with 5-7 record. Al Wathba at the other side still closes the standings with 13 games lost. Tishreen will play against league's leader Al Ittihad in Aleppo in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Al Wathba will play at home against Al Hurriyeh (#8) and hopes to get finally their first victory. Al Ittihad - Al Nawaeer 82-72 The game between Top Four teams took place in Aleppo. First ranked host Al Ittihad (11-1) defeated 3rd ranked Al Nawaeer (8-3) 82-72. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Al Nawaeer. Al Ittihad have an impressive five-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 11-1 record. Al Nawaeer at the other side keeps the third place with three games lost. They share the position with Al Wahda and Al Jalaa. Al Ittihad are looking forward to face Tishreen (#7) in Latakia in the next round where they are favorite. Al Nawaeer will play at home against Al Karameh (#6) and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. |
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| Stats Leaders |
| Jeremy Tyler gets MVP of the Week award for Taiwanese PLeague+ (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 31-year old forward had a double-double of 28 points and twenty six rebounds, while his team beat Kings (#1, 27-13) 110-95. Lioneers maintains the 6th position in Taiwanese PLeague+. Lioneers is bottom ranked team in the standings. They need more victories to leave last spot and improve bad 13-27 record. In the team's last game Tyler had a remarkable 52.2% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Lioneers, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Jeremy Tyler averages this season 17.5ppg and 10.7rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was another Lioneers' star - young American Will Artino (211-C/F-1992). Artino impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 24 points and 10 rebounds. Of course together with Tyler he helped Lioneers with another comfortable win 110-95 over the higher-ranked Kings (#1, 27-13) being unquestionably team leader. Despite this victory they still are dead at the bottom. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 13-27 record. Artino is a newcomer at Lioneers 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 Wendell Lewis (208-C-1989) of Steelers (#5). Lewis scored 23 points and grabbed fourteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Lewis' great performance Steelers lost 89-92 to slightly higher-ranked Dreamers (#4, 19-21). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Steelers ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 23 games, recording just seventeen victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Lewis could help Steelers to bring them higher in the standings. Lewis has a great season in Taiwan. After 14 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 12.0rpg (6th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Jason Washburn (213-C-1990) of Pilots - 18 points, 16 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Chris McCullough (208-F-1995) of Dreamers - 28 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Chris Johnson (210-F/C-1985) of Fubon Braves - 12 points, 18 rebounds and 7 assists 7. Brandon Gilbeck (213-C-1996) of Dreamers - 16 points and 15 rebounds 8. Jeremy Lin (191-PG-1988) of Steelers - 18 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists 9. Michael Singletary (198-F-1988) of Fubon Braves - 18 points, 16 rebounds and 6 assists 10. Chin-Min Yang (190-C-1984) of Kings - 21 points, 6 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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| T1 League Round 2 of Finals. N.Taipei CTBC gain second straight win - by Eurobasket News |
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N.Taipei CTBC - Tainan GH 108-98 Strangely GhostHawks outrebounded N.Taipei CTBC 54-42 including 20 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 18 passes made by GhostHawks' players. Lithuanian Edgaras Zelionis (207-1989, agency: Octagon Europe) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. American forward Nick King (201-1995, college: MTSU, agency: Interperformances) contributed with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Indian-Canadian center Sim Bhullar (226-1992, college: NM State) replied with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 18 rebounds and Maltese center Samuel Deguara (230-1991) added 15 points and 15 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) in the effort for GhostHawks. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. GhostHawks' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: N.Taipei CTBC: K.Krajina 24+3reb+2ast, E.Zelionis 21+10reb+2ast, A.Bachir Mohammad 18+7reb+3ast, W.Lin 14+2reb+11ast, N.King 14+12reb+5ast, W.Tseng 10+3reb+8ast Tainan GH: S.Bhullar 22+18reb+1ast, M.Weathers 19+2reb+1ast, S.Deguara 15+15reb+2ast, K.Mao-Wei 13+2reb+4ast, C.Han 10+5reb, K.Hu 10+2reb+5ast |
| PLeague+ Round 34: Kings lose to Lioneers - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The Regular Season in PLeague+ just ended. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Top ranked Kings (27-13) recorded its thirteenth loss against sixth ranked Lioneers on Saturday night. Lioneers were defeated by sixth ranked Lioneers (13-27) 110-95. Lioneers looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. 26 personal fouls committed by Kings helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American forward Jeremy Tyler (208-1991, college: Louisville) fired a double-double by scoring 28 points and 26 rebounds for the winners. The former international power forward Will Artino (211-1992, college: Creighton) chipped in 24 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field). The former international center Chin-Min Yang (190-1984) produced 21 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lioneers maintains sixth position with 13-27 record. Kings at the other side still keep top place with 13 games lost. Important game to mention about was the one when fourth ranked Dreamers (19-21) saved a 3-point victory edging 5th ranked Steelers (17-23) 92-89 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Steelers. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Chris McCullough (208-1995, college: Syracuse) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 28 points and 12 rebounds. Brandon Gilbeck contributed with 16 points, 15 rebounds and 5 blocks for the winners. American center Wendell Lewis (208-1989, college: Alabama St.) replied with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 14 rebounds for Steelers. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Dreamers have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Pilots. Steelers at the other side keep the fifth position with 23 games lost. Very important is a loss of third ranked Pilots (19-21) against fifth ranked Steelers (17-23) on Saturday night. Pilots were crushed by Steelers 80-60. Jeremy Lin had a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners. At the losing side Jason Washburn responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 16 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Steelers maintains fifth position with 17-23 record. Loser Pilots keep the third place with 21 games lost. They share the position with Dreamers. In the last game of round 34 Fubon Braves defeated Lioneers 94-88. The best stats of 34th round was 12 points, 18 rebounds and 7 assists by Chris Johnson of Fubon Braves.
Steelers - Pilots 80-60 Very important is a loss of third ranked Pilots (19-21) against fifth ranked Steelers (17-23) on Saturday night. Pilots were crushed by Steelers 80-60. Naturalized American point guard Jeremy Lin (191-1988, college: Harvard) had a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American center Wendell Lewis (208-1989, college: Alabama St.) chipped in 18 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Four Steelers players scored in double figures. At the losing side American-Bulgarian center Jason Washburn (213-1990, college: Utah, agency: Pensack Sports) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 16 rebounds and American forward Jeff Ayres (206-1987, college: Arizona St., agency: Slash Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Steelers maintains fifth position with 17-23 record. Loser Pilots keep the third place with 21 games lost. They share the position with Dreamers. Top scorers: Pilots: J.Washburn 18+16reb+2ast, J.Ayres 13+11reb, D.Amdy 11+9reb+1ast, L.Chieng 4+6reb, P.Yao-Cheng 3+3reb+1ast, C.Yu-Jui 3+1reb Steelers: W.Lewis 18+11reb+5ast, J.Lin 18+10reb+6ast, F.Olujobi 16+12reb+2ast, W.Lu-Hsiang 13+2reb, P.Chang 6+2reb, S.Sun 4+3reb Lioneers - Kings 110-95 Top ranked Kings (27-13) recorded its thirteenth loss against sixth ranked Lioneers on Saturday night. Lioneers were defeated by sixth ranked Lioneers (13-27) 110-95. Lioneers looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. 26 personal fouls committed by Kings helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American forward Jeremy Tyler (208-1991, college: Louisville) fired a double-double by scoring 28 points and 26 rebounds for the winners. The former international power forward Will Artino (211-1992, college: Creighton) chipped in a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field). The former international center Chin-Min Yang (190-1984) produced 21 points and 6 rebounds and guard Joseph Lin (186-1992, college: Hamilton) added 16 points and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Five Lioneers and four Kings players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lioneers maintains sixth position with 13-27 record. Kings at the other side still keep top place with 13 games lost. Top scorers: Kings: C.Yang 21+6reb+3ast, J.Lin 16+3reb+5ast, K.Lee 14+4reb+4ast, C.Lin 10+6reb+2ast, T.Yu-Hao 9+1reb+1ast, C.Kao 5+1reb Lioneers: J.Tyler 28+26reb, W.Artino 24+10reb+5ast, C.Lee 18+4reb+3ast, S.Kuo 14+2reb+1ast, K.Kao 12+3reb+10ast, P.Tseng 9+2ast Steelers - Dreamers 89-92 Important game to mention about was the one when fourth ranked Dreamers (19-21) saved a 3-point victory edging 5th ranked Steelers (17-23) 92-89 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Steelers. Dreamers forced 19 Steelers turnovers. Steelers were plagued by 27 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Chris McCullough (208-1995, college: Syracuse) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 28 points and 12 rebounds. The other American import center Brandon Gilbeck (213-1996, college: W.Illinois) contributed with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 15 rebounds and 5 blocks for the winners. American center Wendell Lewis (208-1989, college: Alabama St.) replied with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 14 rebounds and the former international point guard Yu-Wei Chen (183-1999) added 11 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists in the effort for Steelers. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Dreamers have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Pilots. Steelers at the other side keep the fifth position with 23 games lost. Top scorers: Steelers: W.Lewis 23+14reb+3ast, C.Lu 20+4reb+1ast, Y.Chen 11+9reb+6ast, W.Lu-Hsiang 7+2reb+3ast, G.Natesan 7+5reb+4ast, P.Chang 7+3reb Dreamers: C.McCullough 28+12reb+3ast, L.Chun-Chi 17+2reb+5ast, B.Gilbeck 16+15reb+1ast, Y.Wu 9+2reb+1ast, L.Kuan-Liang 7+1reb+2ast, K.Chien 7+3reb+3ast Lioneers - Fubon Braves 88-94 There was no surprise when 6th ranked Lioneers (13-27) were defeated by second ranked Fubon Braves (25-15) 94-88 on Sunday. Fubon Braves made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. American forward Michael Singletary (198-1988, college: Texas Tech) had a double-double by scoring 18 points, 16 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import power forward Chris Johnson (210-1985, college: LSU) chipped in 12 points, 18 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. Singletary is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the losing side the former international power forward Will Artino (211-1992, college: Creighton) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 17 rebounds and point guard Kuo-Hao Kao (179-1998) scored 18 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Fubon Braves and five Lioneers players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Fubon Braves maintains second position with 25-15 record having just two points less than leader Kings. Loser Lioneers stay at the bottom place with 27 games lost. Top scorers: Lioneers: K.Kao 18+6reb+5ast, W.Artino 18+17reb+3ast, P.Tseng 16+3reb+3ast, C.Yun-Hao 12+2reb, J.Tyler 11+11reb, S.Kuo 6+6reb Fubon Braves: M.Singletary 18+16reb+6ast, T.Jian 15+4reb+2ast, H.Kai-Chieh 14+5reb+4ast, C.Johnson 12+18reb+7ast, Z.Hsieh 9+4reb+1ast, M.Lin 4+2reb+2ast |
| THAILAND |
| Cambodia defeat Thailand, 76-66 - by Eurobasket News |
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Undefeated host Cambodia defeated Thailand, 76-66 in the knockout semifinal of the Men's Basketball 5x5 event in the 2023 SEA Games on Monday, May 15 at the Morodok Techno National Stadium in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Naturalized player Brandon Peterson (203-C/F-1990, college: Arkansas St., agency: Diamond Sports) led Cambodia with game-high 24 points on 10-of-16 shooting along with 8 rebounds and 3 assists. Dwayne Morgan (202-F-1996, college: SUU) finished with a double-double of 14 points, 13 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals and a block. Sayeed Pridgett (196-G-1998, college: Montana, agency: Diamond Sports) added 14 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 3 steals while Darrin Dorsey (188-PG-1987, college: DWU, agency: Diamond Sports) scored 13 points (3/7 3pts), to go with 5 rebound, 2 assists and a steal. Cambodia advances to the gold medal match tomorrow, May 16 against the Philippines at 4:00PM. On the other semifinal match, Gilas Pilipinas defeated Indonesia, 84-76. Courtesy of: teampilipinas.info |
| SEA Games: Thailand won Bronze medals in Cambodia - by Eurobasket News |
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Thailand - Indonesia 83:69 Thailand won Bronze medals in Cambodia at the SEA Games 2023. They overcame Indonesia 83-69 in the game for the third place. Thailand grabbed a 21-14 lead at the start and added a 14-10 rally in the second frame. Both teams exchanged the narrow wins in the second half for the final result. Martin Breunig (203-PF-1992, college: Montana) stepped up with 21 points and Morgan Jakongmee netted 15. Dame Diagne (197-PF-2005) replied with 14 points in the losing effort. |
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| Zizic's 22 points give him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 22 points adding five rebounds and three assists for Anadolu Efes in his team's victory, helping them to beat Turk Telekom (#1, 24-5) 102-87. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Anadolu Efes is placed at 3rd position in Turkish league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Anadolu Efes will need more victories to improve their 20-8 record. Zizic turned to be Anadolu Efes' top player in his first season with the team. Zizic has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (5th best: 7.8rpg) and averages solid 70.2% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Rasheed Sulaimon (193-SG-1994) of Konyaspor. He is Nigerian-American guard in his first season at Konyaspor. In the last game Sulaimon recorded impressive double-double of 27 points and 11 assists. Bad luck as Konyaspor was edged by the higher-ranked Manisa (#12, 12-17) 91-87. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Konyaspor is still at the dead bottom 16th position. 22 lost games are too many comparing to just seven victories Konyaspor managed to get this year. Sulaimon is a newcomer at Konyaspor and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to guard Codi Miller-McIntyre (191-PG-1994) of Gaziantep (#15). Miller-McIntyre showcased his all-around game by recording 24 points, nine rebounds and six assists in the last round. Despite Miller-McIntyre's great performance Gaziantep lost 79-80 to the higher-ranked Petkim (#11, 12-16). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Gaziantep not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 20 games, recording just nine victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Miller-McIntyre could try to bring Gaziantep's a little bit higher in the standings. Miller-McIntyre has a very solid season. In 27 games in Turkey he scored 15.3ppg. He also has 4.4rpg, 5.9apg and FGP: 55.4%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Gavin Schilling (206-C-1995) of Konyaspor - 19 points and 11 rebounds 5. John Roberson (180-G-1988) of Manisa - 23 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists 6. Ercan Osmani (206-C/F-1998) of Darussafaka - 12 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Jordon Crawford (168-PG-1990) of Buyukcekmece - 35 points, 2 rebounds and 5 assists 8. Muhammed Baygul (191-G/F-1992) of Bahcesehir - 24 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists 9. Vasilije Micic (196-PG-1994) of Anadolu Efes - 20 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Martynas Sajus (208-C-1996) of Buyukcekmece - 14 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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| NBL Round 12: UCU Canons beat KIU Titans by one 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 12 in the NBL took place in Kampala. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of second-best KIU Titans (8-2) to third ranked UCU Canons (7-3) 69-68 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of KIU Titans. They outrebounded KIU Titans 60-44 including 24 on the offensive glass. It was a good game for center Peter Sifuma (-1996) who saved his team from a defeat with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 20 rebounds. Abraham Isyagi (-1989) contributed with 8 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Forward Joseph Chuma (-1991) replied with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 14 rebounds for KIU Titans. UCU Canons have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 7-3 record having just three points less than leader City Oilers. KIU Titans at the other side keep the second place with two games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. The game between 10th ranked Rezlife S. (3-8) and sixth ranked KCCA P. (4-5) in Kampala ended with biggest points difference. Guests from Kampala outscored Rezlife S. 70-48. Worth to mention a quality performance of Kenyan forward Martin Ouma (195-1999) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 6 rebounds and Salim Kisilu who added 9 points and 13 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Trezor Tambwe with 10 points and 9 rebounds. Rezlife S.'s coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. KCCA P. moved-up to fifth place. Newly promoted Rezlife S. dropped to the eleventh position with eight games lost. KCCA P.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Kampala to the arena Our Saviour. Another interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Kampala: Our Saviour (#11) and Kampala R. (#12). Our Saviour (3-3) won against visiting Kampala R. (2-7) 63-51. The winners were led by Malual Dier who scored that evening 14 points and 5 rebounds. Our Saviour's coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 16 points and 7 rebounds by Okumu Emmanuel did not help to save the game for Kampala R.. Our Saviour moved-up to sixth place. Newly promoted Kampala R. stay at the bottom position with seven games lost. Our Saviour's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Kampala KCCA P..
Rezlife S. - KCCA P. 48-70 The game between 10th ranked Rezlife S. (3-8) and sixth ranked KCCA P. (4-5) in Kampala ended with biggest points difference. Guests from Kampala outscored Rezlife S. 70-48. KCCA P. forced 24 Rezlife S. turnovers. Rezlife S. was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a quality performance of Kenyan forward Martin Ouma (195-1999) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 6 rebounds and Salim Kisilu who added 9 points and 13 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Trezor Tambwe with 10 points and 9 rebounds and Joshua Maiba scored 9 points and 6 rebounds. Rezlife S.'s coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. KCCA P. moved-up to fifth place. Newly promoted Rezlife S. dropped to the eleventh position with eight games lost. KCCA P.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Kampala to the arena Our Saviour. Top scorers: KCCA P.: O.Martin 23+6reb+2ast, M.Rin Tueny 10+4reb, K.Salim 9+13reb+1ast, A.Emmanuel 6+4reb, D.Gaaki 5+6reb+3ast, W.Otweyo 5+6reb+2ast Rezlife S.: T.Trezor 10+9reb, M.Joshua 9+6reb+1ast, T.Thok 9+3reb+1ast, S.William 6+7reb, C.Katumba 6+2reb+1ast, O.Ivan 2+4reb+1ast Our Saviour - Kampala R. 63-51 Another interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Kampala: Our Saviour (#11) and Kampala R. (#12). Our Saviour (3-3) won against visiting Kampala R. (2-7) 63-51. Our Saviour forced 27 Kampala R. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The winners were led by Malual Dier who scored that evening 14 points and 5 rebounds and Henry Ssebagala supported him with 10 points and 5 rebounds. Our Saviour's coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 16 points and 7 rebounds by forward Okumu Emmanuel (-1997) did not help to save the game for Kampala R.. Guard Gideon Kasasa (-1998) added 8 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Our Saviour moved-up to sixth place. Newly promoted Kampala R. stay at the bottom position with seven games lost. Our Saviour's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Kampala KCCA P.. Top scorers: Our Saviour: D.Malual 14+5reb+3ast, S.Henry 10+5reb+3ast, M.Mugisha 10+6reb+2ast, J.Wacha 6+3reb+3ast, M.Daniel 6+4reb, M.Mayer 5+1reb+2ast Kampala R.: E.Okumu 16+7reb, G.Kasasa 8+8reb+5ast, D.John 8+4reb+2ast, F.Suka 7+5reb+1ast, G.Kur 5+5reb+2ast, K.Francis 5+5reb+2ast KIU Titans - UCU Canons 68-69 The most exciting game of round 12 in the NBL took place in Kampala. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of second-best KIU Titans (8-2) to third ranked UCU Canons (7-3) 69-68 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of KIU Titans. They outrebounded KIU Titans 60-44 including 24 on the offensive glass. It was a good game for center Peter Sifuma (-1996) who saved his team from a defeat with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 20 rebounds. Abraham Isyagi (-1989) contributed with 8 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Forward Joseph Chuma (-1991) replied with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 14 rebounds and Joel Lukoji added 11 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals in the effort for KIU Titans. Four KIU Titans players scored in double figures. UCU Canons have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 7-3 record having just three points less than leader City Oilers. KIU Titans at the other side keep the second place with two games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: UCU Canons: S.Peter 17+20reb+2ast, K.Kevin 14+3reb+2ast, L.Ibanda 13+5reb+1ast, A.Isyagi 8+12reb+3ast, K.Jerry 6+4reb+5ast, D.Rogers 4+9reb+1ast KIU Titans: O.Innocent 13+1reb+1ast, A.Isaiah 12+6reb, L.Joel 11+8reb+6ast, J.Chuma 10+14reb+2ast, O.Peter 9+3reb+3ast, H.Okoth 6+1reb+2ast |
| Sifuma's double-double lands him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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26-year old center Peter Sifuma (C-1996) put on an amazing game in the last round for UCU Canons and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 12. He had a double-double of 17 points and 20 rebounds, while his team edged out KIU Titans (#2, 8-2) 69-68. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. UCU Canons maintains the 3rd position in Ugandan league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. UCU Canons will need more victories to improve their 7-3 record. Sifuma has many years of experience at UCU Canons, through which he has constantly improved. Sifuma has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 12.2rpg). Second best performed player last round was Martin Ouma (195-F-1999) of KCCA P.. He is Kenyan forward in his second season at KCCA P.. In the last game Ouma recorded impressive 23 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course he led KCCA P. to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Rezlife S. (#11, 3-8) 70-48. This victory allowed KCCA P. to move up to 5th position in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 4-5 record. Ouma is well-known at KCCA P. and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 14.6ppg (#7). He also registered 6.7 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to Joel Lukoji of league's second-best KIU Titans. Lukoji showcased his all-around game by recording 11 points, eight rebounds and six assists in the last round. Despite Lukoji's great performance KIU Titans lost 68-69 to #3 ranked UCU Canons. But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. KIU Titans had another "accident". It may be a crucial game and cause dropping from the group of top ranked teams. The record is still good, but 2nd lost game is hopefully really an accident. Lukoji's teammates are also very good. That's why having such high stats is even more impressive. Lukoji has a great season in Uganda. After only 9 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 3.0apg (9th best). He also has 3.4spg and FGP: 52.8%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Joseph Chuma (F-1991) of KIU Titans - 10 points, 14 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Trezor Tambwe) of Rezlife S. - 10 points and 9 rebounds 6. Abraham Isyagi (1989) of UCU Canons - 8 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Moses Mugisha (C/F-1984) of Our Saviour - 10 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Henry Ssebagala) of Our Saviour - 10 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Rin Tueny Mabor (C-1996) of KCCA P. - 10 points and 4 rebounds 10. Ochera Innocent (G-1997) of KIU Titans - 13 points The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Stats Leaders - LUB |
| SPB 2023 - Panteras sign Santiago Vidal, ex Bigua - by Francisco Vega | ||||
Vidal is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Argentina (Regatas), Brazil (UNIFACISA), Spain (Ourense) and Uruguay (Aguada, Trouville, Larre Borges Montevideo, Tabare and Nacional). Vidal won Uruguay LUB championship title in 2009 and 2021. He was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Uruguay LUB Honorable Mention back in 2012 and 2014. |
| LUB Round 3 of Finals. Nacional grab the lead - by Eurobasket News |
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Hebraica - Nacional 64-81 Nacional outrebounded Hebraica 44-30 including 32 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was American guard Branden Frazier (191-1992, college: Fordham) who scored 15 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. His fellow American import forward Jaylen Johnson (206-1996, college: Louisville) chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds. Four Nacional players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Panamanian Ernesto Oglivie (203-1989) who recorded 24 points and naturalized Italian point guard Luciano Parodi (182-1994) added 11 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Hebraica: E.Oglivie 24+4reb+1ast, L.Parodi 11+6reb+3ast, M.Romero 10+2reb+3ast, J.Ducasse 6+2reb, J.Carter 5+11reb+3ast, F.Haller 4+2reb+1ast Nacional: J.Johnson 16+6reb+1ast, B.Frazier 15+7reb+6ast, F.Pereiras 11+6reb+5ast, G.McGhee 10+9reb+1ast, P.Patricio 8+4reb+2ast, S.Izaguirre 6+2reb |
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| SPB 2023 - Panteras sign Santiago Vidal, ex Bigua - by Francisco Vega | ||||
Vidal is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Argentina (Regatas), Brazil (UNIFACISA), Spain (Ourense) and Uruguay (Aguada, Trouville, Larre Borges Montevideo, Tabare and Nacional). Vidal won Uruguay LUB championship title in 2009 and 2021. He was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Uruguay LUB Honorable Mention back in 2012 and 2014. |
| SPB Round 31: Trotamundos keep a leadership position - 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. The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Trotamundos as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Trotamundos defeated 9th ranked Taurinos in La Asuncion 82-71. Trotamundos looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. It was a great evening for American swingman Mario Little (198-1987, college: Kansas) who led his team to a victory scoring 16 points and 6 rebounds. International Edgar Martinez (199-1997) helped adding 14 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Trotamundos' coach Guillermo Narvarte used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Jorge Querales responded with 30 points and 6 rebounds. Trotamundos (19-5) have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Taurinos lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with 18 games lost. They share the position with Cangrejeros. Taurinos will play next round against strong Broncos trying to get back on the winning streak. Trotamundos will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Seventh-ranked Gigantes (8-14) gave a tough game to third ranked Guaiqueries (15-9) in Puerto Ordaz. The visitors from Porlamar managed to secure only three-point victory 87-84. However their fans expected much easier game. It was an exceptional evening for American forward Tre McLean (197-1993, college: Chattanooga) who led the winners and scored 20 points and 5 assists. Agustin Caffaro accounted for 18 points and 8 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). American-Puerto Rican forward Jonathan Ocasio (196-1992, college: New Haven) came up with 19 points for Gigantes in the defeat. Gigantes' coach Fabricio Salas rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the third consecutive win for Guaiqueries. They maintain third place with 15-9 record having four points less than leader Gladiadores. Gigantes at the other side keep the seventh position with 14 games lost. Guaiqueries will play against Cangrejeros (#9) in Maturin in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Gigantes will play at home against the league's second-placed Cocodrilos and hope to get back on the winning track. Another exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Caracas: Gladiadores (#1) and Cocodrilos (#2). Gladiadores (22-2) won against visiting Cocodrilos (16-7) 77-67. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Cocodrilos. Jordan Adams fired 24 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Luis Bethelmy produced a double-double by scoring 14 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. The victory was the thirteenth consecutive win for Gladiadores. They maintain first place with 22-2 record. Loser Cocodrilos keep the second position with seven games lost. Gladiadores will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Cocodrilos will play against Gigantes in Puerto Ordaz and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 31: Centauros were destroyed by Brillantes on the opponent's court 92-66. Panteras unfortunately lost to Piratas in a home game 81-91. Marinos recorded a loss to Cangrejeros on the road 73-74. Diablos were defeated by Spartans on its own court 84-88. Gladiadores beat Marinos in Caracas 87-74. Llaneros won against Toros at home 92-88. The most impressive stats of the last round was 24 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists by Pedro Bombino of Toros.
Brillantes - Centauros 92-66 Rather expected game in Caracas where 6th ranked Centauros (10-14) were crushed by fourth ranked Brillantes (15-7) 92-66 on Sunday. Brillantes made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. Brillantes outrebounded Centauros 45-27 including 30 on the defensive glass. American forward Glen Rice Jr (198-1991, college: Georgia Tech) fired 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. His fellow American import power forward Charles Thomas (202-1986, college: Arkansas) chipped in 19 points. Five Brillantes players scored in double figures. The former international forward Elder Gimenez (186-1991) produced 14 points and the former international center Miguel Bolivar (205-1992) added 9 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Brillantes. They maintain fourth place with 15-7 record. Centauros lost their third game in a row. They keep the sixth position with 14 games lost. Brillantes will meet at home league's second-placed Guaros in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Centauros will play against Heroes (#5) in Caracas and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Brillantes: C.Thomas 19+2reb+2ast, G.Rice Jr. 17+6reb+4ast, C.Silva 11+8reb+1ast, J.Smith 10+3reb+1ast, J.Reese V 10+4reb+3ast, J.Medina 8+2reb Centauros: E.Gimenez 14+3reb+3ast, M.Zambrano 12+2reb, M.Bolivar 9+9reb+1ast, L.Germany 8+2reb, D.Rondon 7+1reb+2ast, H.Diaz 6+2reb+1ast Gigantes - Guaiqueries 84-87 Seventh-ranked Gigantes (8-14) gave a tough game to third ranked Guaiqueries (15-9) in Puerto Ordaz. The visitors from Porlamar managed to secure only three-point victory 87-84. However their fans expected much easier game. Guaiqueries outrebounded Gigantes 35-24 including 24 on the defensive glass. It was an exceptional evening for American forward Tre McLean (197-1993, college: Chattanooga) who led the winners and scored 20 points and 5 assists. Argentinian center Agustin Caffaro (211) accounted for 18 points and 8 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winning side. American-Puerto Rican forward Jonathan Ocasio (196-1992, college: New Haven) came up with 19 points and the former international forward Axiers Sucre (199-1978) added 15 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Gigantes in the defeat. Gigantes' coach Fabricio Salas rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the third consecutive win for Guaiqueries. They maintain third place with 15-9 record having four points less than leader Gladiadores. Gigantes at the other side keep the seventh position with 14 games lost. Guaiqueries will play against Cangrejeros (#9) in Maturin in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Gigantes will play at home against the league's second-placed Cocodrilos and hope to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Guaiqueries: T.McLean 20+4reb+5ast, A.Caffaro 18+8reb+1ast, L.Valera 18+3reb+1ast, T.Efianayi 9+5reb+4ast, L.Guerra 7+4reb+5ast, E.Bernal 5+5reb Gigantes: J.Ocasio 19+4reb+1ast, A.Sucre 15+5reb+3ast, O.Caraballo 13+3reb+1ast, J.Elder 9+2reb+1ast, J.Bracho 8+3reb+5ast, D.Brooks 8+1reb+6ast Gladiadores - Cocodrilos 77-67 Another exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Caracas: Gladiadores (#1) and Cocodrilos (#2). Gladiadores (22-2) won against visiting Cocodrilos (16-7) 77-67. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Cocodrilos. Gladiadores dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Cocodrilos' 34. Gladiadores forced 22 Cocodrilos turnovers. American Jordan Adams (196-1994, college: UCLA) fired 24 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. His fellow American import swingman David Nickelberry (201-1998, college: Buffalo) chipped in 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international forward Luis Bethelmy (200-1986) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists and Dominican Luis Montero (203-1993, college: South Plains) added 11 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Cocodrilos players scored in double figures. The victory was the thirteenth consecutive win for Gladiadores. They maintain first place with 22-2 record. Loser Cocodrilos keep the second position with seven games lost. Gladiadores will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Cocodrilos will play against Gigantes in Puerto Ordaz and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Gladiadores: J.Adams 24+6reb+3ast, D.Nickelberry 17+8reb+4ast, G.Vargas 16+4reb+1ast, A.Perez 7+7reb, J.Romero 6+3reb+1ast, R.Rada 5+2reb Cocodrilos: L.Bethelmy 14+13reb+4ast, E.Hernandez 13+6reb, J.Guerrero 11+5reb+2ast, L.Montero 11+7reb+2ast, E.Clark 5+2reb+3ast, E.Mijares 4+2ast Panteras - Piratas 81-91 Rather predictable result in Caracas where fourth ranked Piratas (14-7) defeated 6th ranked Panteras (11-12) 91-81 on Saturday. Piratas looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Dominican Rigoberto Mendoza (190-1992) fired 23 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Dominican guard Juan Suero (196-1993) chipped in 16 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Piratas players scored in double figures. Piratas' coach Melvyn Lopez used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. The former international swingman Pedro Chourio (186-1990, agency: Pro Sports) produced 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and American Elijah Minnie (206-1994, college: EMU) added 21 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) respectively for lost side. Piratas maintains fourth place with 14-7 record. Loser Panteras dropped to the fifth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Heroes. Piratas will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Panteras will play again against Piratas (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Piratas: R.Mendoza 23+6reb+4ast, J.Suero 16+6reb+5ast, D.Ramirez 12+4reb+4ast, M.Dicent 10+3reb+4ast, M.Flores 8+4reb+2ast, M.Milosevic 7+2reb+1ast Panteras: E.Minnie 21+3reb+3ast, P.Chourio 19+5reb+5ast, A.Holmes 17+9ast, G.Yeferson 9+3reb+5ast, E.Alcala 5+1ast, J.Saiz 5+7reb+3ast Cangrejeros - Marinos 74-73 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Maturin where 8th ranked Marinos (6-16) were edged by ninth ranked Cangrejeros (5-18) 74-73 on Saturday. American guard Duke Mondy (193-1990, college: Oakland, agency: BIG) fired 22 points and 5 assists for the winners. Dominican forward Rich Polanco (203-1997, college: S.Dakota) chipped in 14 points and 7 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Four Cangrejeros players scored in double figures. Cangrejeros' coach Heberth Bayona used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Dominican point guard Adris De Leon (180-1984, college: EWU) produced 21 points and 5 rebounds and Dominican Yeison Colome (190-1996) added 22 points respectively for lost side. Cangrejeros maintains ninth place with 5-18 record, which they share with Taurinos. Loser Marinos keep the eighth position with 16 games lost. Cangrejeros will meet at home higher ranked Guaiqueries (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Marinos will play against Diablos (#10) in Caracas and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Cangrejeros: D.Mondy 22+1reb+5ast, R.Polanco 14+7reb+2ast, E.Hernandez 12+6reb+2ast, M.Sierralta 12+5reb+4ast, L.Julio 6+6reb+2ast, A.Ellis 5+7reb Marinos: C.Yeison 22+4reb+1ast, A.De Leon 21+5reb+1ast, E.Cappare 12+4reb+2ast, J.Mendoza 9+14reb+1ast, G.Acosta 4+2reb, P.Franger 3+4reb+2ast Diablos - Spartans 84-88 Everything went according to plan in Caracas where fifth ranked Spartans (13-10) beat 10th ranked Diablos (4-19) 88-84 on Sunday. American Craig Sword (190-1994, college: MSU) fired 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. The former international guard Yohanner Sifontes (192-1995) chipped in 20 points. Dominican point guard Raimer Santana (183-1997) produced 24 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists and Argentinian Salvador Giletto (195-1993) added 19 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Diablos players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Spartans maintains fifth place with 13-10 record. Diablos lost their seventh game in a row. They keep the tenth position with 19 games lost. Spartans will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Diablos will play against Marinos (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Spartans: C.Sword 21+6reb+5ast, Y.Sifontes 20+4reb+3ast, H.Bompart 16+5ast, N.Palacios 9+1reb+1ast, J.Rodriguez 7+7reb, E.Montano 6+9reb+2ast Diablos: R.Santana 24+5reb+9ast, S.Giletto 19+6reb+2ast, J.Manaure 13+5reb+2ast, J.Diaz 11+6reb+1ast, B.Matos 10+3reb+1ast, C.Elian 7+8reb+3ast Marinos - Gladiadores 74-87 There was no surprise in Puerto La Cruz where 8th ranked Marinos (6-16) were defeated by first ranked Gladiadores (22-2) 87-74 on Sunday. The former international forward Anthony Perez (206-1993, college: Ole Miss) fired 21 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. American swingman David Nickelberry (201-1998, college: Buffalo) chipped in 19 points and 9 rebounds. Four Gladiadores players scored in double figures. Dominican Yeison Colome (190-1996) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists and swingman Emilio Cappare (199-1990) added 6 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the thirteenth consecutive win for Gladiadores. They maintain first place with 22-2 record. Loser Marinos keep the eighth position with 16 games lost. Gladiadores will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Marinos will play against Diablos (#10) in Caracas and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Gladiadores: A.Perez 21+9reb, D.Nickelberry 19+9reb+2ast, J.Adams 15+6reb+2ast, R.Rada 15+7reb+5ast, G.Vargas 7+5reb+7ast, A.Amundaray 6+1reb Marinos: C.Yeison 18+10reb+6ast, P.Franger 13+1ast, A.De Leon 9+3reb, J.Mendoza 8+6reb, G.Acosta 8+2reb, L.Lugo 6+5reb+3ast Trotamundos - Taurinos 82-71 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Trotamundos as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Trotamundos defeated 9th ranked Taurinos in La Asuncion 82-71. Trotamundos looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. It was a great evening for American swingman Mario Little (198-1987, college: Kansas) who led his team to a victory scoring 16 points and 6 rebounds. International Edgar Martinez (199-1997) helped adding 14 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Trotamundos players scored in double figures. Trotamundos' coach Guillermo Narvarte used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Jorge Querales responded with 30 points and 6 rebounds and the former international power forward Adrian Espinoza (210-1997) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds. Trotamundos (19-5) have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Taurinos lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with 18 games lost. They share the position with Cangrejeros. Taurinos will play next round against strong Broncos trying to get back on the winning streak. Trotamundos will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Top scorers: Trotamundos: M.Little 16+6reb+3ast, E.Martinez 14+5reb+6ast, N.Colmenares 13+8reb+2ast, D.Davis 11+3reb+5ast, E.Baez 9+6reb+4ast, S.Ferreyra 8+3ast Taurinos: Q.Jorge 30+6reb+2ast, A.Espinoza 19+12reb+1ast, S.Quiroz 14+6reb+5ast, G.Jhonder 6+18reb+3ast, H.Juan 2+2reb+1ast, P.Jean 0 Llaneros - Toros 92-88 No shocking result in a game in Caracas where eighth ranked Llaneros (9-14) won against 10th ranked Toros (3-21) 92-88 on Sunday. Llaneros forced 23 Toros turnovers and outrebounded them 47-33 including 32 on the defensive glass. American forward Lance Thomas (206-1999, college: USA, agency: Haylett Sports) fired a double-double by scoring 19 points and 18 rebounds for the winners. Dominican point guard Yerri Flores (188-1996, college: High School) chipped in 30 points. Four Llaneros players scored in double figures. Cuban center Pedro Bombino (206-2000, agency: Pro Sports) produced 24 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists and forward Javier Vargas (197-1998) added 22 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Llaneros maintains eighth place with 9-14 record. Toros lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the tenth position with 21 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Llaneros: Y.Flores 30+2reb+3ast, L.Thomas 19+18reb+1ast, J.Mejias 11+2reb+4ast, C.Centeno 11+8reb+3ast, C.Rodriguez 10+10reb, J.Ruiz 4+5reb+8ast Toros: B.Pedro 24+7reb+6ast, J.Vargas 22+9reb+3ast, G.Semiglia 20+7reb+6ast, B.Guidi 9+6reb+2ast, V.Luis 7+3reb+2ast, I.Jr Ludwing 6+1ast |
| Mendoza number one in Venezuela SPB for round 31 - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The 30-year old player was the main contributor (23 points, six rebounds and four assists) to his team's victory, helping them to beat Panteras (#6, 11-13) 91-81. Piratas is placed at 3rd position in Venezuelan SPB. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Piratas will need more victories to improve their 15-7 record. In the team's last game Mendoza had a remarkable 62.5% from 2-point range and got three three-pointers out of 7 attempts. He just recently signed at Piratas, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Rigoberto Mendoza averages this season 20.6ppg and 7.5rpg. The second best player in last round's games was Jorge Querales of Taurinos. Querales had a very good evening with 30 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists. Bad luck as Taurinos lost that game 71-82 to the higher-ranked Trotamundos (#1, 19-5). Taurinos managed to keep the same 9th spot in Western Conference. 18 lost games are too many comparing to just five victories Taurinos managed to get this year. Querales is one of the most experienced players at Taurinos and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third on the list of top players last round was Dominican Rep. guard Raimer Santana (183-PG-1997) of Diablos (#10). Santana showcased his all-around game by recording 24 points, five rebounds and nine assists in the last round. Despite Santana's great performance Diablos lost 84-88 to the higher-ranked Spartans (#5, 13-10). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Diablos can only dream about fighting for top spots in Eastern Conference. They have rather bad season and 4-19 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Santana has individually a great season in Venezuela. After 22 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 19.0ppg (3rd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Pedro Bombino (206-C-2000) of Toros - 24 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Jordan Adams (196-SG-1994) of Gladiadores - 24 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Craig Sword (190-SG-1994) of Spartans - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists 7. Lance Thomas (206-F-1999) of Llaneros - 19 points and 18 rebounds 8. Anthony Perez (206-F-1993) of Gladiadores - 21 points and 9 rebounds 9. Javier Vargas (197-F-1998) of Toros - 22 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Luis Bethelmy (200-F-1986) of Cocodrilos - 14 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| SEA Games: Malaysia clinch 5th place beating Vietnam - by Eurobasket News |
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Malaysia - Vietnam 94:83 Malaysia clinched 5th place at the SEA Games beating Vietnam 94-83. They opened the game with a 31-23 run and led 6 points at the halftime. Malaysia won the third quarter 20-14, whilst Vietnam closed the game with a 20-19 rally. Yi-Hou Wong (195-F-1996) top-scored for the winners with 25 points and Zi-Fueng Chang (196-PF-1997) nailed 15. Tam Dinh Thanh (192-SG-1990) answered with 22 points in defeat. |
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| Kuwait Club celebrate WASL Gulf title - by Eurobasket News |
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Kuwait Club earned the inaugural WASL Gulf title. They knocked down Manama 95-85 in Game 2 of the Finals to conquer the trophy. Marcus Georges-Hunt (196-F-1994, college: Georgia Tech, agency: Pensack Sports) nailed 35 points, issued 7 assists and grabbed 6 rebounds to pace the winners. Kuwait sank 24 points in the first period to eke out a 2-point lead. They followed with a 23-17 run in the second term to gain an 8-point halftime lead. Manama shifted the gear in the third term pulling within a single point at the final break. But Kuwait Club unloaded 31 points in the fourth stanza to get away with the victory. Cady Lalanne (208-C-1992, college: UMass) tallied 18 points and 14 rebounds in the win. Travin Thibodeaux (203-F-1996, college: New Orleans) answered with 21 points and 10 rebounds for Al Manama.
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. Falcons (7-1) recorded its first loss in Mt Gambier on Friday night. Visitors were defeated by fifth ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (6-3) 97-81. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Falcons. Mount Gambier Pioneers looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Miela Goodchild (178-2000, college: Duke) who had a double-double by scoring 37 points (!!!), 12 rebounds and 6 assists. American forward Haliegh Reinoehl (188-1998, college: Akron) chipped in 25 points and 10 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Rebecca Cole (178-1992) who recorded 20 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Falcons' coach rotated twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Mount Gambier Pioneers moved-up to third place, which they share with 4 other teams. Falcons at the other side keep the second position with one game lost. Mount Gambier Pioneers is looking forward to face Sabres (#10) in Cheltenham in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Falcons will play on the road against Knox Raiders (#3) in Wantirna South and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Important game to mention about took place in Perth. Fourth ranked Hawks (7-3) saved a 1-point victory on the road edging 5th ranked Senators (4-3) 84-83 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Senators. It was a good game for forward Emma Clarke (186-2000, college: Colorado) who saved her team from a defeat with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Ashleigh Isenbarger contributed with 25 points for the winners. American forward Karly Murphy (185-1998, college: Colorado St.) replied with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds for Senators. Senators' coach tested ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Hawks have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Southern T. Senators at the other side dropped to the seventh position with three games lost. Hawks will play against Suns (#8) in Kalamunda in the next round where they are favorite. Senators will play at home against the league's leader Wanneroo and hope to get back on the winning track. A very close game took place in Woodville between Bearcats and Eagles. Seventh ranked Bearcats (5-4) got a very close home victory over 5th ranked Eagles (5-5). Bearcats managed to escape with a 1-point win 81-80 on Saturday evening. Worth to mention a great performance of Molly Coleman who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points and 14 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Rachael Hines with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds. Bearcats have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Eagles dropped to the sixth position with five games lost. They share it with N.Adelaide R. and Sandringham S.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Rest of the games of round 12 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Camberwell were defeated by Bulleen B. in a road game 80-62. Hume City B. was beaten by McKinnon C. at home 61-67. Sunbury J. won against Pakenham W. on the opponent's court 58-54. Sherbrooke S. lost to undefeated Wyndham D. in a home game 80-99. Winless C.Districts L. recorded a loss to Eastern M. on the road 82-86. S.Adelaide P. was defeated by N.Adelaide R. on its own court 76-82. Sturt S. beat Southern T. in Pasadena 64-53. Woodville W. lost to Norwood F. at home 74-86. Eastern M. unfortunately lost to Southern T. on the opponent's court 68-79. N.Adelaide R. recorded a loss to Forestville E. in a home game 67-77. Sturt S. defeated S.Adelaide P. on the road 70-58. Winless C.Districts L. was beaten by Woodville W. on its own court 71-80. Illawarra H. won against Albury LB in Wollongong 78-72. Cent.Coast C. was outscored by Newcastle F. at home 42-98. Norths B. rolled over Hornsby S. on the opponent's court 117-62. Maitland M. defeated Inner WB in a home game 71-56. Manly Warr. SE smashed Hills H. on the road 74-39. Penrith P. was destroyed by Bankstown B. on its own court 49-80. Sydney C. outscored Canberra N. in Alexandria 72-44. Cairns D. rolled over Mackay M. at home 86-64. SW Metro P. defeated Gold Coast R. on the opponent's court 92-84. Ipswich F. beat USC Rip in a home game 86-82. Winless RedCity R. was destroyed by SD Spartans on the road 88-50. Logan T. unfortunately lost to NGC Seahawks on its own court 82-88. Northside W. managed to beat SC Phoenix in Taigum 96-88. Darwin S. crushed Mackay M. at home 82-56. Geelong LS beat Hobart C. on the opponent's court 81-73. Sandringham S. lost to Keilor T. in a home game 94-97. Knox R. managed to outperform Ballarat R. on the road 77-71. Casey C. recorded a loss to Nunawading S. on its own court 69-73. Diamond VE defeated Kilsyth LC in Greensborough 82-71. Bendigo LB beat Dandenong R. at home 91-82. Melbourne T. was destroyed by Eltham W. on the opponent's court 85-56. Ringwood H. unfortunately lost to Frankston B. in a home game 71-77. Geelong LS rolled over Launceston T. on the road 86-55. Casey C. defeated Frankston B. on its own court 84-80. Winless SW Slammers lost to undefeated Cockburn C. in Hamilton Hill 47-113. Perry Lakes H. destroyed Lakeside L. at home 72-44. East Perth E. outscored SW Slammers on the opponent's court 73-51. Goldfields G. were rolled over Joondalup W. in a home game 50-100. Perth R. was crushed by Rockingham F. on the road 102-50. Kalamunda ES was smashed by Mandurah M. on its own court 58-98. The best stats of 12th round was 28 points and 17 rebounds by Nicole Fransson of Woodville W..
Group Big VBulleen B. - Camberwell 80-62There was no surprise in Bulleen where 5th ranked Camberwell (3-6) was defeated by second ranked Boomers (8-1) 80-62 on Saturday. Boomers forced 24 Camberwell turnovers. Strangely Camberwell outrebounded Boomers 48-36 including a 20-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Olivia Bontempelli (179-1993) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 9 rebounds and guard Annabel Deerbon (180, college: HCU) who added 12 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Four Boomers players scored in double figures. Boomers' coach Mason Rogers used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was Victoria Sumskas with 6 points and 14 rebounds and Eleni Valos scored 13 points and 5 rebounds. Boomers have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 8-1 record behind leader Wyndham D., which they share with Newcastle F. and BA CoE. Camberwell lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with six games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Boomers will meet at home Jets (#8) in the next round where they are favorite. Camberwell will play against the league's leader Devils and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Camberwell: E.Valos 13+5reb+1ast, L.Samantha 12+4reb, F.Gemma 11+5reb+2ast, S.Kontautaite 10+4reb, S.Victoria 6+14reb, M.Lauren 6+7reb+2ast Bulleen B.: O.Bontempelli 16+9reb, M.Emily 15+2reb, A.Deerbon 12+5reb+2ast, H.Rebecca 10+2reb, K.Romas 8+4reb+2ast, M.Allan 6+1reb+4ast Hume City B. - McKinnon C. 61-67 No shocking result in a game in Tullamarine where fourth ranked Cougars (5-4) defeated 7th ranked Hume City Broncos (1-8) 67-61 on Sunday. Cougars had a 38-27 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Briana Gray (178, college: Weber St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points and 14 rebounds and guard Emily Suckling (168, college: California, PA) who added 11 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Kayonna Lee (185, college: Central Mo.) with 8 points and 16 rebounds and Chrisoula Triantafyllopoulos scored 4 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Cougars maintains fourth position with 5-4 record, which they share with 4 other teams. Hume City Broncos lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with eight games lost. They share the position with Sunbury J.. Cougars will meet at home Warriors (#6) in the next round. Hume City Broncos will play against Suns and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Hume City B.: O.Tashia 11+1reb, S.Oriana-Rose 10, K.Lee 8+16reb, K.Georgia 7+2reb, A.McKellar 7+2ast, P.Tawaf 6+4reb McKinnon C.: B.Gray 22+14reb+1ast, E.Suckling 11+5reb+5ast, M.Riley 11+5reb, H.Cassie 9+5reb+3ast, B.Tamara 6+5reb, B.Lee 6+4reb+2ast Pakenham W. - Sunbury J. 54-58 There was a minor upset when 6th ranked Warriors (3-7) were defeated at home by eighth ranked Jets (1-8) 58-54 on Saturday. Jets had a 18-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of Chloe Hildebrand who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds and Swedish guard Ida Andersson (173-1996, college: Barry) who added 13 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Canadian guard Haille Nickerson (170, college: Memorial) with 23 points and 9 rebounds and Ebony Sans scored 11 points and 9 rebounds. Jets left bottom position moving up to seventh place, which they share with Hume City B. Loser Warriors keep the sixth position with seven games lost. They share it with Canberra N. and Lakeside L.. Jets will meet league's second-placed Boomers in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Warriors will play against Cougars (#4) in McKinnon and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Pakenham W.: H.Nickerson 23+9reb+1ast, S.Ebony 11+9reb+1ast, M.Jacinta 7+9reb+3ast, M.Prior 5+6reb, G.Rhiannon 4+1reb, O.Stella 2+1reb+1ast Sunbury J.: H.Abby 17+3reb+2ast, H.Chloe 15+13reb+2ast, I.Andersson 13+11reb+3ast, D.Gkizani 6+11reb+1ast, F.Maddison 3+1reb, S.Nyomi 2+2reb Sherbrooke S. - Wyndham D. 80-99 Rather predictable result in Upwey where top-ranked Devils (10-0) outscored 3rd ranked Suns (6-3) 99-80 on Saturday. They outrebounded Suns 49-33 including 21 on the offensive glass. Devils looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Amanda Paschal (170-1996, college: Kentucky) who helped to win the game recording a triple-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds, 12 assists and 5 steals (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) and center Dyani Ananiev (186-2004) who added 23 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Paschal is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. The best for the losing side was New Zealand forward Alicia Carline (190-1993, college: Portland St.) with a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!) and 15 rebounds and American Porsche Poole (175-1989, college: Michigan St.) scored 20 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Devils have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 10-0 record, which they share with Sturt S. Loser Suns keep the third place with three games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Devils will meet Camberwell (#5) in the next round. Suns will play against Cougars in McKinnon and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Sherbrooke S.: A.Carline 35+15reb+2ast, P.Poole 20+6reb+2ast, S.Tenaya 9+3reb+4ast, P.Stephanie 8+2reb+1ast, H.Tanarly 4+1ast, G.Moxey 2+2reb Wyndham D.: A.Paschal 25+10reb+12ast, A.Dyani 23+10reb+1ast, S.Bennett 18+6reb, J.Pearce 9+8reb, D.Holly 9+3reb+2ast, K.Tanielle 7+7reb+2ast Group NBL1 CentralEastern M. - C.Districts L. 86-82Everything could happen in Mt. Barker at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked Mavericks and their close opponent Lions had identical 0-9 record. This time Mavericks used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Gawler 86-82 on Saturday night. Mavericks forced 19 Lions turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American-Ugandan guard Jannon Otto (183-1997, college: UC Riverside) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 27 points and 16 rebounds and point guard Taylah Levy (165, college: CSU) who added 23 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. Mavericks' coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was forward Tiahna Sears (178, college: N.Alabama) with 29 points and 8 rebounds and American guard Jaedyn De La Cerda (175, college: N.Mexico) scored 23 points and 7 assists. Mavericks (1-9) left bottom position moving up to ninth place, which they share with Ballarat R. It was Lions' tenth loss in a row. They still close the standings with ten games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: C.Districts L.: T.Sears 29+8reb+2ast, J.De La Cerda 23+4reb+7ast, I.Guy 15+17reb, D.Sarah 7+2reb+3ast, F.Renai 5+2reb+1ast, C.Madelyn 3+1ast Eastern M.: J.Otto 27+16reb+1ast, B.Olivia 24+8reb+8ast, T.Levy 23+10reb+7ast, P.Taylor 5+4reb, F.Stephanie 4+4reb+1ast, R.Airlie 2+3reb W.Adelaide B. - Forestville E. 81-80 A very close game took place in Woodville between Bearcats and Eagles. Seventh ranked Bearcats (5-4) got a very close home victory over 5th ranked Eagles (5-5). Bearcats managed to escape with a 1-point win 81-80 on Saturday evening. Bearcats outrebounded Eagles 47-36 including 34 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of Molly Coleman (188-2000, college: USC Upstate) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points and 14 rebounds and Paraguayan power forward Andrea Aquino (206, college: Oregon St.) who added 22 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Four Bearcats players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Rachael Hines with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds and Madison Freer scored 19 points and 7 rebounds. Bearcats have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Eagles dropped to the sixth position with five games lost. They share it with N.Adelaide R. and Sandringham S.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Forestville E.: R.Hines 20+11reb+3ast, F.Madison 19+7reb+1ast, S.Jessica 15+1reb+5ast, M.Alannah 8+2reb+4ast, A.Brett 7+2reb+1ast, C.Annetts 7+5reb W.Adelaide B.: A.Aquino 22+10reb, M.Coleman 21+14reb+2ast, J.Simmons 11+9reb+2ast, J.Fejo 10+2reb+6ast, G.Anderson 6+7reb+2ast, B.Heaft 3+2reb S.Adelaide P. - N.Adelaide R. 76-82 There was a small surprise in Adelaide where sixth ranked Rockets (5-5) won against 3rd ranked Panthers (6-4) 82-76 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Brooke Basham (178-1997) who helped to win the game recording 31 points and 4 assists (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) and the former international guard Lauren Mansfield (170-1989, college: Iowa St.) who added 19 points and 4 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Ashleigh Spencer (181-1992) with 13 points and 6 rebounds and guard Jade Johnson (175, college: SFC) scored 11 points and 4 assists. Four Panthers players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Rockets maintains sixth position with 5-5 record, which they share with Forestville E. and Sandringham S. Panthers lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth place with four games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: S.Adelaide P.: S.Defrancesco 14+2reb+1ast, A.Spencer 13+6reb+2ast, J.Johnson 11+3reb+4ast, H.Stewart 10+6reb+2ast, J.Hunter 8+3reb+4ast, L.Gibbons 7+3reb N.Adelaide R.: B.Basham 31+3reb+4ast, L.Mansfield 19+2reb+4ast, E.Meyer 13+7reb+3ast, L.Badenoch 7+5reb+2ast, B.Dittmar 4+1reb, T.Bails 2+2ast Southern T. - Sturt S. 53-64 The game between closely ranked teams ended with second-best Tigers' (7-3) home loss to top-ranked Sabres (10-0) 53-64 on Saturday. Sabres forced 24 Tigers turnovers. Strangely Tigers outrebounded Sabres 51-31 including a 41-27 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of power forward Tayla Brazel (182-2004) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and Zoe Walker-Roberts who added 7 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Mollie McKendrick (183-1993, college: Boston U.) with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 16 rebounds and guard Morgan Yaeger (175-1998, college: Oregon) scored 20 points. Sabres have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 10-0 record, which they share with Wyndham D. Loser Tigers keep the second place with three games lost. They share the position with Perry Lakes H.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Southern T.: M.Yaeger 20+4reb+1ast, M.McKendrick 12+16reb+2ast, S.Bianca 10+5reb+1ast, B.Hernandez 5+12reb+2ast, M.Martin 4+4reb+3ast, H.Margot 2+4reb Sturt S.: B.Tayla 22+4reb+1ast, N.Mathews 10+2reb+2ast, M.Prosser 8+2reb+2ast, K.Mathews 7+3reb+2ast, Z.Walker-Roberts 7+9reb+2ast, L.Hodges 6+6reb Woodville W. - Norwood F. 74-86 No shocking result in a game in Flinders Park where fourth ranked Flames (6-3) defeated 8th ranked Warriors (4-6) 86-74 on Saturday. Flames forced 28 Warriors turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Sharna Thompson who helped to win the game recording 37 points (!!!) and guard Alex Wilson (181-1994) who added 17 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals during the contest. Flames' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was Canadian forward Nicole Fransson (188) with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 17 rebounds and Emily Winter scored 8 points, 16 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. Flames moved-up to third place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Warriors keep the eighth position with six games lost. They share it with Dandenong R.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Woodville W.: A.Watkinson 13+5reb+4ast, F.Nicole 12+17reb+2ast, K.Perkas 10+2reb+1ast, W.Georgia 9+1reb, A.Chelsea 9+3ast, W.Emily 8+16reb+5ast Norwood F.: S.Thompson 37+3reb, A.Wilson 17+6reb+7ast, J.Smith 14+10reb+3ast, A.Akuen 9+8reb, J.Rice 4+7reb, K.Sophie 3+9reb+9ast Southern T. - Eastern M. 79-68 Very expected game in Morphett Vale where 10th ranked Mavericks (1-9) were defeated by second ranked Tigers (7-3) 79-68 on Sunday. Tigers outrebounded Mavericks 49-38 including 35 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Morgan Yaeger (175-1998, college: Oregon) who helped to win the game recording 27 points and 8 rebounds and forward Mollie McKendrick (183-1993, college: Boston U.) who added 8 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was point guard Taylah Levy (165, college: CSU) with 10 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and American swingman Peyton Taylor (175, college: Central Mo.) scored 16 points and 5 rebounds. Tigers have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 7-3 record having just one point less than leader Wyndham D., which they share with Perry Lakes H. Mavericks lost eighth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Ballarat R.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Eastern M.: P.Taylor 16+5reb+2ast, J.Otto 16+7reb, T.Levy 10+8reb+5ast, B.Olivia 9+7reb+6ast, G.Allie 7+3reb+1ast, F.Stephanie 6+2reb Southern T.: M.Yaeger 27+8reb+2ast, H.Margot 16+4reb, S.Bianca 12+5reb, M.McKendrick 8+11reb+8ast, B.Annelise 5+9reb, M.Martin 4+1reb+5ast N.Adelaide R. - Forestville E. 67-77 The game between closely ranked teams ended with fifth ranked Eagles' (5-5) road victory over 6th ranked Rockets (5-5) 77-67 on Sunday. Eagles looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Madison Freer who helped to win the game recording 23 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and Rachael Hines who added 18 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Eagles players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was guard Brooke Basham (178-1997) with a double-double by scoring 30 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international guard Lauren Mansfield (170-1989, college: Iowa St.) scored 16 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Rockets' coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Despite that victory Eagles went down to sixth position due to points difference, which they share with N.Adelaide R. and Sandringham S. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: N.Adelaide R.: B.Basham 30+12reb+5ast, L.Mansfield 16+5reb+6ast, F.Jordyn 9+2reb, E.Meyer 8+5reb, T.Corrigan 2+4reb+2ast, T.Bails 2+4reb+1ast Forestville E.: F.Madison 23+9reb+5ast, R.Hines 18+7reb+3ast, M.Alannah 15+5reb+6ast, C.Annetts 10+6reb+2ast, A.Brett 4+3reb+3ast, C.Green 3+4reb+1ast S.Adelaide P. - Sturt S. 58-70 Not a big story in a game in Adelaide where 3rd ranked Panthers (6-4) were defeated by top-ranked Sabres (10-0) 70-58 on Sunday. Worth to mention a great performance of Canadian forward Mikayla Williams (183, college: USF) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 6 rebounds and Zoe Walker-Roberts who added 7 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Holly Forbes (178-1998, college: UT Martin) with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds and forward Ashleigh Spencer (181-1992) scored 16 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sabres have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 10-0 record, which they share with Wyndham D. Panthers lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth place with four games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: S.Adelaide P.: A.Spencer 16+4reb, H.Forbes 13+12reb+3ast, D.Troia 5+1reb, J.Hunter 5+2reb+2ast, H.Stewart 5+3reb+3ast, S.Defrancesco 4+8reb Sturt S.: M.Williams 23+6reb, K.Mathews 10+2ast, C.Emily 9+2reb+1ast, Z.Walker-Roberts 7+7reb+4ast, L.Hodges 6+3reb, P.Paige 4+2reb+3ast C.Districts L. - Woodville W. 71-80 Everything went according to plan in Gawler where eighth ranked Warriors (4-6) won against bottom-ranked Lions (0-10) 80-71 on Sunday. Warriors made 16-of-18 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of Canadian forward Nicole Fransson (188) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 28 points and 17 rebounds and Emily Winter who added 11 points, 12 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Jaedyn De La Cerda (175, college: N.Mexico) with 26 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and her fellow American import center Imani Guy (193, college: Marian, IN, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. Warriors maintains eighth position with 4-6 record, which they share with Dandenong R. Loser Lions still closes the standings with ten games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: C.Districts L.: J.De La Cerda 26+6reb+8ast, I.Guy 18+5reb+1ast, T.Sears 15+7reb+1ast, F.Renai 7+4reb+2ast, D.Sarah 5+4reb+2ast, K.Evei 0 Woodville W.: F.Nicole 28+17reb+1ast, K.Perkas 13+6reb+3ast, W.Emily 11+12reb+6ast, A.Chelsea 8+2reb+1ast, E.Joynes 6+3reb+1ast, P.Chloe 4 Group NBL1 EastAlbury LB - Illawarra H. 72-78There was an upset in Albury where higher ranked Lady Bandits (6-5) were defeated by fifteenth ranked Hawks (2-8) 78-72 on Saturday. Hawks made 27-of-32 free shots (84.4 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Ella Dent (170-2002) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 5 rebounds (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!) and Argentinian center Emilia Garcia Leon (182-1994) who added 11 points and 11 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) during the contest. Four Hawks players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was power forward Ashlee Hannan (193-2001, college: Texas) with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds and guard Emma Mahady (179-1992, college: California, PA) scored 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Hawks moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with Casey C. Loser Lady Bandits dropped to the ninth position with five games lost. Hawks will meet at home league's second-placed BA CoE in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Lady Bandits will play against Falcons (#3) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Albury LB: A.Hannan 20+12reb, M.Elizabeth 18+8reb, E.Mahady 18+8reb+4ast, C.Ardern 5+2reb+2ast, B.Theodore 4+2ast, W.Bridie 3 Illawarra H.: D.Ella 26+5reb+3ast, G.Lauren 15+1reb+2ast, M.Kirby 13+9reb, E.Garcia Leon 11+11reb+3ast, R.Abel 6+4reb+2ast, F.Georgia Chrystal 5+1reb Cent.Coast C. - Newcastle F. 42-98 No shocking result in a game in Terrigal where third ranked Falcons (8-1) smashed 10th ranked Crusaders (4-8) 98-42 on Saturday. Falcons dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Crusaders' 22. Falcons forced 29 Crusaders turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Nicole Munger (180-1997, college: Michigan) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds and power forward Emily Foy (183-2004) who added 19 points during the contest. Five Falcons players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Jonalyn Wittwer (180-1997, college: MSU Denver) with 10 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Bronte Moore scored 10 points. Falcons have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Bulleen B. and BA CoE. Crusaders lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with eight games lost. Falcons will meet at home Lady Bandits (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Crusaders will play against North Bears in Crows Nest and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Cent.Coast C.: R.Maenpaa 11+3reb, M.Bronte 10+3reb+1ast, J.Wittwer 10+6reb+4ast, D.Rowe 5+6reb, N.Hutchins 4+6reb, M.Samantha 2+2reb Newcastle F.: N.Munger 23+13reb+1ast, F.Emily 19+2reb+3ast, M.Gray 18+1reb+2ast, A.Curtin 14+3reb+1ast, S.Kleeman 11+5reb+6ast, B.Matilda 6+3reb Hornsby S. - Norths B. 62-117 Very expected game in Hornsby where bottom-ranked Spireds (0-11) were rolled over by fourth ranked North Bears (8-2) 117-62 on Saturday. North Bears dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Spireds' 14. North Bears forced 24 Spireds turnovers and outrebounded them 42-26 including 30 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Spireds' players. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Kate Seebohm (170-1991, college: California, PA) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 14 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists and swingman Emily Simons (178-1994, college: Pacific) who added 21 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Four North Bears players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was swingman Kristina Moore (185-1999, college: Georgetown) with 27 points and 5 rebounds and Mizuki Wakamatsu scored 12 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. North Bears have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 8-2 record, which they share with Sydney C. Loser Spireds still closes the standings with 11 games lost. North Bears will meet at home Crusaders (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. Spireds will play against Mustangs (#7) and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Hornsby S.: K.Moore 27+5reb+1ast, W.Mizuki 12+7reb+3ast, A.Poto 9+6reb+2ast, T.Mundine 5+2reb+1ast, D.Madeline 4+2reb, B.Cara 2+1reb Norths B.: E.Simons 21+5reb+3ast, M.O'Hehir 17+3reb+2ast, K.Seebohm 14+6reb+11ast, P.Carla 12+2ast, M.Caitlyn 11+1reb+2ast, D.Emma 10+3reb+1ast Maitland M. - Inner WB 71-56 Rather predictable result in Maitland where ninth ranked Mustangs (6-4) beat 12th ranked Bulls (3-8) 71-56 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Sydney Hunter (183-1999, college: San Diego) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds and Rachel Williams who added 17 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Mustangs' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was the former international point guard Leilani Mitchell (165-1985, college: Utah) with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists and swingman Mikaela Dombkins (181-1986) scored 18 points and 7 rebounds. Mustangs moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Bulls keep the twelfth position with eight games lost. They share it with Penrith P.. Mustangs will meet Spireds (#16) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Bulls will play against Nationals (#11) in Canberra and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Inner WB: L.Mitchell 19+10reb+8ast, M.Dombkins 18+7reb+1ast, M.Aimi 10+2reb, T.Jaydan 5+2reb, Y.Shiho 4+1reb+2ast, M.Katina 0+4reb Maitland M.: W.Rachel 17+6reb+6ast, S.Hunter 16+13reb+2ast, R.Shakera 13+3reb+3ast, W.Mila 8+5reb+5ast, H.Fox 7+2reb+3ast, W.Daila 3+1reb Hills H. - Manly Warr. SE 39-74 Not a big story in a game in Baulkham Hills where 14th ranked Hills Hornets (2-9) were outplayed by first ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (10-1) 74-39 on Saturday. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles forced 20 Hills Hornets turnovers and outrebounded them 54-33 including a 21-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Kimberley Hodge (182-1998) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds and Antonia Henderson who added 12 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Kelsey Curtin with 8 points and Rhiannon Yetsenga scored 8 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. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 10-1 record. Loser Hills Hornets dropped to the fifteenth place with nine games lost. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles will meet Bruins (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Hills Hornets will play against Sharks (#6) in Sutherland and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Hills H.: Y.Rhiannon 8+4reb+1ast, C.Kelsey 8+3reb+3ast, C.Taylah 7+3reb+1ast, P.Cassandra 6+5reb+1ast, D.Laura 3+1reb+2ast, L.Ella 2+3reb Manly Warr. SE: M.Sari 13+3reb+1ast, K.Hodge 13+11reb, A.Henderson 12+11reb, A.Delaney 12+4reb+4ast, B.Delaney 7+6reb+6ast, M.Zoey 7+6reb+4ast Penrith P. - Bankstown B. 49-80 Everything went according to plan in Penrith where eighth ranked Bruins (6-4) outleveled 13th ranked Panthers (3-8) 80-49 on Saturday. Bruins forced 21 Panthers turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Violet Morrow (176-1997, college: EWU, agency: Interperformances) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and the other American import forward Britney Wright (178-1994, college: Alabama St., agency: Astute Sports Agency) who added 14 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Morrow is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. The best for the losing side was forward Megan Jefferson (190, college: Hawaii) with 14 points, 8 rebounds and 4 blocks and forward Chloe Williams (190-2005, college: Tulsa) scored 13 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Bruins moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Panthers dropped to the twelfth position with eight games lost. They share it with Inner WB. Bruins will meet at home league's leader Manly Warringah Sea Eagles in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Panthers will play against the league's leader Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (#1) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Penrith P.: M.Jefferson 14+8reb, C.Williams 13+3reb+3ast, F.Dominika 7+2reb+1ast, E.Matthews 6+3reb+2ast, C.Porter 3+1reb+1ast, K.Pozoglou 2+7reb+3ast Bankstown B.: V.Morrow 22+10reb+5ast, B.Wright 14+9reb, S.Jurnee-AMour 8+1reb+2ast, V.Abbey 8+2reb+1ast, D.Kiahna 8+9reb+1ast, M.Jennifer 6+2reb Canberra N. - Sydney C. 44-72 There was no surprise in Canberra where 11th ranked Nationals (3-7) were crushed by fifth ranked Comets (8-2) 72-44 on Saturday. Comets forced 20 Nationals turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international point guard Shyla Heal (167-2001, agency: LBM Management) who helped to win the game recording 24 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and naturalized Greek point guard Vanessa Panousis (170-1995, college: Virginia Tech) who added 14 points during the contest. Comets' coach felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was guard Lizzy Tonks (173, college: CSUN) with 27 points and 9 rebounds and Abbie Ketels scored 8 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Comets moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Norths B. Loser Nationals dropped to the sixth position with seven games lost. They share it with Lakeside L. and Pakenham W.. Comets will meet Sharks (#6) in the next round. Nationals will play against Bulls and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Canberra N.: L.Tonks 27+9reb, K.Abbie 8+8reb+5ast, B.Jasmyn 3+1reb+1ast, F.Elise 2+8reb, N.Worner 2+6reb, B.Hannah 2+3reb Sydney C.: S.Heal 24+9reb+4ast, V.Panousis 14+3reb+2ast, C.Jada 11+6reb+1ast, D.Toleafoa 8+6reb+1ast, K.Alexandra 8+7reb+4ast, A.Piper 7+2reb Group NBL1 NorthCairns D. - Mackay M. 86-64No shocking result in a game in Cairns where tenth ranked Dolphins (4-5) smashed 14th ranked Meteorettes (2-7) 86-64 on Friday. Dolphins looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Meteorettes' players. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Shaneice Swain (175-2003) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points, 12 rebounds and 8 assists and Leichan Williams who added 20 points and 12 rebounds during the contest. Four Dolphins players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Davida Dale (180-1997, college: URI) with 14 points and 8 rebounds and her fellow American import center Brittany Reeves (196, college: Mercer) scored 14 points and 6 rebounds. Meteorettes' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Dolphins moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Meteorettes lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth position with seven games lost. They share it with Kilsyth LC. Dolphins will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Meteorettes will play against the league's second-placed Salties (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Mackay M.: B.Reeves 14+6reb, D.Dale 14+8reb+3ast, B.Charli 8+9reb, V.Wyk Nikita 8+6reb, B.Denesha 7+5reb+1ast, C.Virgo 7+5reb+3ast Cairns D.: S.Shaneice 21+12reb+8ast, L.Williams 20+12reb+3ast, T.Mole 16+16reb+3ast, B.Teyahna 14+4ast, M.Donkin 9+6reb+5ast, F.Andrianna 3+1reb Gold Coast R. - SW Metro P. 84-92 Very expected game in Gold Coast where 8th ranked Rollers (4-5) were defeated by third ranked Pirates (7-2) 92-84 on Saturday. Pirates made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of American Leah Scott (183-1993, college: Marshall) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 29 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international point guard Maddison Rocci (169-1998) who added 26 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Cate Reese (188, college: Arizona) with a double-double by scoring 32 points and 13 rebounds and her fellow American import guard Ariana Moorer (172-1991, college: Virginia) scored 20 points, 9 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Rollers' coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Pirates maintains third position with 7-2 record having just two points less than leader Wyndham D., which they share with Knox R. Loser Rollers keep the eighth place with five games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Pirates will meet at home Flames (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rollers will play against Flames and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Gold Coast R.: C.Reese 32+13reb, A.Moorer 20+9reb+8ast, R.Evans 16+2ast, C.Drennan 5+1ast, P.Jade 4+5reb+3ast, B.Moyes 4+4reb+2ast SW Metro P.: L.Scott 29+15reb+4ast, M.Rocci 26+9reb+4ast, T.Lulu 18+2reb+1ast, H.Young 9+4reb+1ast, P.Price 7+4reb+2ast, K.Page 3 Ipswich F. - USC Rip 86-82 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Booval where thirteenth ranked Force (3-5) beat 12th ranked Rip City (2-5) 86-82 on Saturday. Force made 19-of-22 free shots (86.4 percent) during the game. Strangely Rip City outrebounded Force 41-28 including a 21-1 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of American power forward Maria Blazejewski (185-1991, college: LSSU) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and 5 rebounds and guard Jasmin Howe (173-1995, college: NW Missouri St.) who added 19 points and 4 assists during the contest. Howe is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. The best for the losing side was Carlie Smith with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 14 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and swingman Stephanie Bairstow (188-1994, college: Utah St.) scored 16 points and 9 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Rip City's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Force moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Kalamunda ES and Keilor T. Rip City lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth position with five games lost. Force will meet league's leader Wizards in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Rip City will play against Brisbane Spartans (#6) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: USC Rip: C.Smith 25+14reb+4ast, M.Mullings 22+5reb, S.Bairstow 16+9reb+2ast, L.Ups 13+7reb+4ast, N.Flye 6+5reb+6ast, W.Millie 0 Ipswich F.: M.Blazejewski 21+5reb+2ast, R.Georgia 19+2reb+3ast, J.Howe 19+4reb+4ast, A.Gorrell 16+5ast, M.Essex 7+9reb, G.George 4+6reb+4ast SD Spartans - RedCity R. 88-50 Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Roar (0-8) was outplayed on the road by seventh ranked Brisbane Spartans (5-4) 88-50 on Saturday. Brisbane Spartans forced 20 Roar turnovers and outrebounded them 49-29 including a 30-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Madelyn Allen (178-1994) who helped to win the game recording 25 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Swedish forward Elin Gustavsson (190-1993, college: Colorado St.) who added 13 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Brisbane Spartans players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was guard Lilly Rotunno (170-2004) with 16 points and 5 rebounds and Shorna Preston scored 10 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. Brisbane Spartans moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Roar still closes the standings with eight games lost. They share the position with SW Slammers. Brisbane Spartans will meet Rip City (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Roar will have a break next round. Top scorers: RedCity R.: R.Lilly 16+5reb+2ast, P.Shorna 10+6reb+1ast, L.Penelope 6+2reb, A.Myka-Jean 6+2reb+1ast, C.Jaylen 6+3reb+1ast, C.Cunningham 4+4reb SD Spartans: A.Madelyn 25+6reb+4ast, D.Alice 14+3reb+1ast, E.Gustavsson 13+7reb+1ast, H.Erin 12+6reb+2ast, H.Smith 7+4reb, A.Karaitiana 6+5reb Logan T. - NGC Seahawks 82-88 There was a surprise result in Loganholme where eleventh ranked Seahawks (3-4) won against higher ranked Thunder (4-4) 88-82 on Saturday. Seahawks made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Strangely Thunder outrebounded Seahawks 43-29 including 16 on the offensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Alexa Held (178-1999, college: DePaul) who helped to win the game recording 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import power forward Erin Riley (180, college: Keiser) who added 25 points during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Mikaela Ruef (191-1990, college: Stanford) with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 22 rebounds and Mikhaela Cann scored 21 points and 7 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Seahawks maintains eleventh position with 3-4 record. Loser Thunder dropped to the seventh place with four games lost. Seahawks will meet at home higher ranked Flames (#10) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Thunder will play against Sunshine CP in Cotton Tree and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Logan T.: C.Mikhaela 21+3reb+7ast, M.Ruef 20+22reb+3ast, U.Motuga 13+11reb+2ast, O.Isaac 13+1reb, C.Paalvast 10+5reb+7ast, A.Mackenzie 5 NGC Seahawks: E.Riley 25+4reb+1ast, A.Held 22+7reb+4ast, B.Kennedy-Hopoate 17+6reb+3ast, E.Gandini 11+4reb+3ast, R.Carly 10+4reb+1ast, B.Dunham 3+4reb+3ast SC Phoenix - Northside W. 88-96 There was no surprise in Cotton Tree where 15th ranked Sunshine CP (1-6) was defeated by top-ranked Wizards (8-0) 96-88 on Saturday. Wizards made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Courtney Woods (183-1997, college: NIU) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 30 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists and power forward Nadeen Payne (188-1993, agency: LBM Management) who added 22 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Alex Wittinger (185-1997, college: Illinois) with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds and the former international Kathleen Macleod (167-1986) scored 18 points and 9 assists. Four Wizards and five Sunshine CP players scored in double figures. Wizards have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 8-0 record. Sunshine CP lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth place with six games lost. Wizards will meet at home Force (#12) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Sunshine CP will play against Thunder and hope to win that game. Top scorers: SC Phoenix: A.Wittinger 22+10reb+2ast, K.Macleod 18+3reb+9ast, A.Browne 16+8reb+2ast, H.Nicola 16+2reb+4ast, C.Reed 14+1reb+2ast, A.Frampton 2+3reb+1ast Northside W.: C.Woods 30+5reb+10ast, N.Payne 22+8reb+2ast, J.Amanda 19+6reb+1ast, D.Lil 14+3reb+3ast, K.McDermott 9+2reb+2ast, O.Alice 2+1reb+1ast Darwin S. - Mackay M. 82-56 No shocking result in a game in Darwin where top-ranked Salties (7-0) smashed 14th ranked Meteorettes (2-7) 82-56 on Saturday. Salties held Meteorettes to an opponent 24.7 percent shooting from the field compared to 50.0 percent accuracy of the winners. Salties forced 22 Meteorettes turnovers and had a 32-21 advantage in offensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Salties made 7 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Erin Bollmann (180-1994, college: SEMO) who helped to win the game recording 32 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals and forward Chelsea Brook (188-1998) who added 19 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American center Brittany Reeves (196, college: Mercer) with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds and her fellow American import guard Davida Dale (180-1997, college: URI) scored 17 points and 5 rebounds (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!). The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Salties have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 7-0 record having 2 victories less than leader Wyndham D. Meteorettes lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Kilsyth LC. Salties will meet Cyclones (#5) in the next round. Meteorettes will have a break next round. Top scorers: Mackay M.: D.Dale 17+5reb+1ast, B.Reeves 14+13reb+1ast, B.Charli 8+4reb, C.Virgo 6+4reb+1ast, V.Wyk Nikita 4+5reb+1ast, H.Phoebe 3+4reb+2ast Darwin S.: E.Bollmann 32+9reb+6ast, C.Brook 19+5reb, S.Rees 9+6reb+1ast, S.Johnston 6+4reb+3ast, W.Abbey-Lee 6, B.Jessica 4+1reb+2ast Group NBL1 SouthHobart C. - Geelong LS 73-81Very expected game in Hobart where 14th ranked Chargers (3-6) were defeated by eighth ranked Geelong Supercats (6-3) 81-73 on Friday. Geelong Supercats dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Chargers' 24. They outrebounded Chargers 44-30 including a 34-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Chantel Horvat (185-1998, college: UCLA) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds and forward Eve Braslis (185-2000, college: Pepperdine) who added 22 points during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Kayla Steindl (190-1989, college: Gonzaga) with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds and Sarah ONeill scored 15 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Geelong Supercats have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Chargers dropped to the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Geelong Supercats will meet at home Spectres (#9) in the next round where they are favorite. Chargers will play against Lady Cobras (#17) in Kilsyth and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Hobart C.: K.Steindl 19+10reb+3ast, S.O'Neill 15+4reb+1ast, A.Vintsilaiou 14+2reb+4ast, P.Bradley 14+2reb+3ast, B.Zoe 8+2reb, A.Finlayson 3+6reb+1ast Geelong LS: E.Braslis 22+4reb+1ast, C.Horvat 17+13reb+1ast, S.Elsworthy 15+7reb+1ast, A.Skobel 15+10reb+2ast, J.Scannell 6+4reb+3ast, E.Tofaeono 6+6reb+2ast Mt Gambier - Waverley F. 97-81 Undefeated Falcons (7-1) recorded its first loss in Mt Gambier on Friday night. Visitors were defeated by fifth ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (6-3) 97-81. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Falcons. Mount Gambier Pioneers looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Miela Goodchild (178-2000, college: Duke) who had a double-double by scoring 37 points (!!!), 12 rebounds and 6 assists. American forward Haliegh Reinoehl (188-1998, college: Akron) chipped in a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Rebecca Cole (178-1992) who recorded 20 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and forward Sophia Locandro (190-2001, college: UC Irvine) added 23 points and 5 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Falcons' coach rotated twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Mount Gambier Pioneers moved-up to third place, which they share with 4 other teams. Falcons at the other side keep the second position with one game lost. Mount Gambier Pioneers is looking forward to face Sabres (#10) in Cheltenham in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Falcons will play on the road against Knox Raiders (#3) in Wantirna South and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Waverley F.: S.Locandro 23+5reb+2ast, R.Cole 20+5reb+6ast, R.Mokrzycki 13+5reb+1ast, A.Todhunter 10+7reb+4ast, C.Ernst 9+11reb+4ast, U.Maddi 4+4reb+2ast Mt Gambier: M.Goodchild 37+12reb+6ast, H.Reinoehl 25+10reb+1ast, I.Brancatisano 16+5reb+7ast, S.Calleia 11+2reb+6ast, O.Keryl 5+6reb, E.Edie 3+3reb+2ast Sandringham S. - Keilor T. 94-97 There was a surprise result in Cheltenham where sixteenth ranked Thunder (3-5) edged higher ranked Sabres (5-5) 97-94 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of Japanese center Kadysha Umezawa (190-1998) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds and guard Lana Hollingsworth (178, college: Santa Clara) who added 19 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Thunder's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was naturalized Turkish guard Funda Nakkasoglu (173-1995, college: Florida) with 33 points (!!!) and 4 steals and forward Georgia Pineau (185-1997, college: Boston Coll.) produced a double-double by scoring 23 points and 11 rebounds. Five Thunder and four Sabres players scored in double figures. Thunder moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Kalamunda ES and Ipswich F. Loser Sabres dropped to the sixth position with five games lost. They share it with Forestville E. and N.Adelaide R.. Thunder will meet at home higher ranked Hawks (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Sabres will play against Tornadoes and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Sandringham S.: F.Nakkasoglu 33+2reb+2ast, G.Pineau 23+11reb, B.Smart 16+2reb+1ast, K.Wischer 10+9reb+1ast, I.Morgan 8+8reb, C.Ford 4+2reb Keilor T.: K.Umezawa 23+13reb+1ast, L.Hollingsworth 19+6reb+1ast, A.Yamada 18+3reb+4ast, E.Kristjansdottir 10+6reb+1ast, A.Clephane 10+4reb+1ast, S.Jaz 8+1ast Ballarat R. - Knox R. 71-77 Not a big story in a game in Wendouree where 19th ranked Ballarat Rush (1-9) was defeated by third ranked Knox Raiders (7-2) 77-71 on Saturday. Knox Raiders outrebounded Ballarat Rush 43-28 including 18 on the offensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Alicia Froling (190-1996, college: SMU) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds (on 14-of-17 shooting from the field) and Danish power forward Emilie Hesseldal (185-1990, college: Colorado St.) who added 12 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international guard Abigail Wehrung (177-1995) with 25 points and 6 rebounds and American guard Tayanna Jones (185-2000, college: Colorado) scored 19 points and 8 rebounds. Knox Raiders maintains third position with 7-2 record having just two points less than leader Wyndham D., which they share with SW Metro P. Ballarat Rush lost ninth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Eastern M.. Knox Raiders will meet at home league's second-placed Falcons in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Ballarat Rush will play against the league's second-placed Falcons (#2) and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Ballarat R.: A.Wehrung 25+6reb+2ast, T.Jones 19+8reb+1ast, E.Karamovic 8+3reb+3ast, K.Rinaldi 6+1ast, M.Mathews 5+4reb+3ast, S.Milly 5+3reb+3ast Knox R.: A.Froling 33+10reb+1ast, E.Hesseldal 12+10reb+4ast, B.Aneta 11+11reb+3ast, L.Santomaggio 6+3reb+2ast, R.Quirk 5+4reb+1ast, K.Rowe 4+2reb+2ast Casey C. - Nunawading S. 69-73 Everything went according to plan in Cranbourne where tenth ranked Spectres (5-4) won against 18th ranked Cavaliers (2-8) 73-69 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international swingman Alice Kunek (185-1991, agency: LBM Management) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 27 points and 12 rebounds and the former international guard Rachel Antoniadou (175-1996, college: FSU) who added 11 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four Spectres players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Rachel Bell (178, college: Vanderbilt) with 22 points and 9 rebounds and her fellow American import guard Lauren Van Kleunen (188, college: Marquette) scored 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Spectres moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Cavaliers dropped to the fourteenth position with eight games lost. They share it with Illawarra H.. Spectres will meet Rangers (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Cavaliers will play against Lady Cobras in Kilsyth and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Casey C.: R.Bell 22+9reb+2ast, L.Van Kleunen 19+7reb+4ast, T.Simmons 8+4reb, T.Giliam 8+3reb+3ast, S.Blicavs 7+8reb+3ast, E.McGoldrick 5+5reb+3ast Nunawading S.: A.Kunek 27+12reb, E.Pearce 11+5reb+2ast, R.Antoniadou 11+7reb+4ast, C.Mihalko 11+3reb+1ast, R.Brewster 7+6reb+1ast, D.Brookshire 6+9reb+1ast Kilsyth LC - Diamond VE 71-82 There was no surprise in Kilsyth where 17th ranked Lady Cobras (2-7) were defeated by ninth ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (5-4) 82-71 on Saturday. Diamond Valley Eagles outrebounded Lady Cobras 50-37 including a 21-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of power forward Sophie Burrows (184-2004) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds and American power forward Jennie Rintala (188-1990, college: S.Dakota St.) who added 16 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Alexa Hart (190-1995, college: Ohio St.) with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds and Nikita Young scored 10 points and 9 rebounds. Five Diamond Valley Eagles and four Lady Cobras players scored in double figures. Lady Cobras' coach let to play twelve players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Diamond Valley Eagles moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Lady Cobras lost seventh consecutive game. They dropped to the fourteenth position with seven games lost. They share it with Mackay M.. Diamond Valley Eagles will meet Tigers (#16) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Lady Cobras will play against Chargers and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Kilsyth LC: A.Hart 19+10reb+2ast, B.Georgia 18+3reb, I.Lopes 15+1reb+4ast, Y.Nikita 10+9reb+2ast, H.Day 5+1ast, M.Georgia 4+2reb+1ast Diamond VE: B.Sophie 18+11reb+2ast, J.Rintala 16+11reb+2ast, K.Tessari 15+3reb+4ast, A.Day 13+6reb+1ast, M.Andriuolo 12+16reb, B.Eliza 4 Bendigo LB - Dandenong R. 91-82 No shocking result in a game in Bendigo where top-ranked Lady Braves (9-0) defeated 11th ranked Rangers (4-6) 91-82 on Saturday. They outrebounded Rangers 45-31 including 31 on the defensive glass. Lady Braves looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Meg Mccarthy who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 26 points and 13 rebounds and the former international guard Kelly Wilson (170-1984) who added 11 points, 10 rebounds and 15 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was center Nyadiew Puoch (189-2004) with 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and American guard Amber Smith (180-1998, college: Missouri) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Five Lady Braves and four Rangers players scored in double figures. Rangers' coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Lady Braves have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 9-0 record. Rangers lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth place with six games lost. They share the position with Woodville W.. Lady Braves will meet Diamond Valley Eagles (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rangers will play against Spectres and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Dandenong R.: P.Nyadiew 22+7reb+4ast, S.Boothe 19+5reb, B.Whatman 16+1reb+8ast, A.Smith 14+10reb+2ast, N.Bella 8+1reb, G.Holly 2+5reb Bendigo LB: M.Meg 26+13reb+2ast, A.Atwell 19+4reb+1ast, C.McLean 18+9reb+6ast, K.Wilson 11+10reb+15ast, C.Erin 10+3reb, K.Burton 5+3reb+2ast Eltham W. - Melbourne T. 85-56 Everything could happen in Eltham at the game between two tied teams. Both thirteenth ranked Wildcats and 15th ranked Tigers had identical 3-5 record. This time Wildcats used a home court advantage and rolled over the opponent from Melbourne 85-56 on Saturday night. Wildcats outrebounded Tigers 39-24 including 28 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Tigers' players. Worth to mention a great performance of Louise Forsyth who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds and center Rebecca Pizzey (190-1999) who added 22 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Four Wildcats players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was swingman Samantha Simons (188-2000, college: St.Mary's, CA) with 13 points and forward Mikayla Peterson (185, college: Weber St.) scored 12 points. Wildcats (4-5) moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Tigers dropped to the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Wildcats will meet at home higher ranked Hawks (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Tigers will play against Diamond Valley Eagles and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Melbourne T.: S.Simons 13+4reb+3ast, M.Peterson 12+3reb, N.Metcalfe 9+4reb+1ast, D.Leila 7+4reb+2ast, C.Lily 6+4reb+1ast, A.O'Neill 3+4reb+4ast Eltham W.: F.Louise 22+11reb+2ast, R.Pizzey 22+8reb+1ast, T.Wynne 12+2reb+7ast, L.Scanlon 12+4reb+5ast, H.Munro 7+7reb, H.Leidel 7+4reb+5ast Ringwood H. - Frankston B. 71-77 There was a small surprise in Heathmont where seventh ranked Frankston Blues (6-4) beat one of their biggest challengers Hawks (6-3) 77-71 on Saturday. Frankston Blues made 18-of-21 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Chloe Bibby (185-1998, college: Maryland) who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 7 rebounds and forward Louise Brown (189-1995, college: Tennessee) who added 19 points and 14 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was guard Marena Whittle (180-1994, college: NDSU, agency: LBM Management) with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 12 rebounds and Ariel Jones scored 22 points. Frankston Blues have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Hawks dropped to the third position with three games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Frankston Blues will meet higher ranked Knox Raiders (#3) in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Hawks will play against Thunder in Melbourne and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Ringwood H.: M.Whittle 28+12reb+3ast, J.Ariel 22+2reb+3ast, F.Toni 8+2reb+5ast, Z.Jenkins 6+4reb, H.Wynd 3+2reb, J.Trotto 2+4reb+1ast Frankston B.: C.Bibby 30+7reb+2ast, L.Brown 19+14reb+1ast, M.Cocks 12+4reb+8ast, C.Wilkins 7+2reb+1ast, E.Batish 5+5reb+5ast, A.Chelsea 4+5reb+2ast Launceston T. - Geelong LS 55-86 Not a big story in a game in Launceston where 12th ranked Tornadoes (3-6) were outplayed by eighth ranked Geelong Supercats (6-3) 86-55 on Saturday. Geelong Supercats dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Tornadoes' 22 and made 22-of-26 free shots (84.6 percent) during the game, while Tornadoes only scored six points from the stripe. They outrebounded Tornadoes 47-25 including a 37-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Eve Braslis (185-2000, college: Pepperdine) who helped to win the game recording 30 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Chantel Horvat (185-1998, college: UCLA) who added 20 points and 15 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international forward Keely Froling (188-1996, college: SMU) with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Olivia West (168, college: UC Riverside) scored 13 points and 4 assists. Geelong Supercats have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with 4 other teams. Tornadoes lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Geelong Supercats will meet at home Spectres (#9) in the next round where they are favorite. Tornadoes will play against Sabres (#10) in Cheltenham and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Launceston T.: K.Froling 22+10reb+4ast, O.West 13+4reb+4ast, C.Macey 9+4reb+3ast, R.Lupfer 6+2reb, S.Micah 5+2reb+3ast, M.Macy 0 Geelong LS: E.Braslis 30+7reb+4ast, C.Horvat 20+15reb+2ast, A.Skobel 14+4reb, J.Scannell 9+5reb+3ast, S.Elsworthy 7+8reb+5ast, E.Tofaeono 4+6reb+1ast Casey C. - Frankston B. 84-80 There was a surprise result in Cranbourne where eighteenth ranked Cavaliers (2-8) won against higher ranked Frankston Blues (6-4) 84-80 on Sunday. Cavaliers dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Frankston Blues' 40. Worth to mention a great performance of New Zealand forward Esra McGoldrick (188-1999, college: NC State) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds and American guard Lauren Van Kleunen (188, college: Marquette) who added 20 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Four Cavaliers players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was forward Chloe Bibby (185-1998, college: Maryland) with 36 points (!!!), 8 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Louise Brown (189-1995, college: Tennessee) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 13 rebounds. Cavaliers moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with Illawarra H. Loser Frankston Blues dropped to the fourth position with four games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Cavaliers will meet Lady Cobras (#17) in the next round. Frankston Blues will play against Knox Raiders (#3) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Frankston B.: C.Bibby 36+8reb+4ast, E.Batish 11+2reb+5ast, L.Brown 10+13reb, C.Wilkins 6+3reb+1ast, A.Chelsea 6+1reb+4ast, T.Jackson 6+2reb+2ast Casey C.: E.McGoldrick 21+10reb+2ast, L.Van Kleunen 20+6reb+2ast, R.Bell 13+2reb+1ast, T.Giliam 12+4reb+7ast, S.Blicavs 9+4reb+2ast, T.Simmons 7+5reb+3ast Group NBL1 WestCockburn C. - SW Slammers 113-47There was no surprise in Hamilton Hill where bottom-ranked Slammers (0-8) were crushed by top-ranked Cougars (6-0) 113-47 on Friday. Cougars dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Slammers' 26. Cougars forced 38 Slammers turnovers and outrebounded them 51-26 including a 25-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Slammers' players. Worth to mention a great performance of center Jessie Edwards (193-1995, college: Minnesota) who helped to win the game recording 29 points and 7 rebounds and Danish swingman Sarah Mortensen (185-1997, college: Villanova) who added 17 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was Alexis Donovan with 11 points and 5 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and Jasmine Barrett scored 9 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Cougars have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 6-0 record having 3 victories less than leader Wyndham D. Loser Slammers still closes the standings with eight games lost. They share the position with RedCity R.. Cougars will meet at home Eagles (#9) in the next round where they are favorite. Slammers will play against Lightning (#10) and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: SW Slammers: D.Alexis 11+5reb, C.Bree 11+1reb+1ast, B.Jasmine 9+3reb+1ast, F.Javene 4+5reb+1ast, A.Grace 3+1reb, M.Amarah 3+1reb+1ast Cockburn C.: J.Edwards 29+7reb+1ast, S.Mortensen 17+10reb+5ast, J.Williams 14+2reb+3ast, C.Amelia 9+7reb+2ast, S.Gorman 8+2reb+3ast, W.Kirsty 8+3reb+7ast Perry Lakes H. - Lakeside L. 72-44 No shocking result in a game in Floreat where fourth ranked Hawks (7-3) smashed 9th ranked Lightning (3-7) 72-44 on Friday. Hawks held Lightning to an opponent 24.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 34.2 percent accuracy of the winners. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Hawks made 14 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Emma Clarke (186-2000, college: Colorado) who helped to win the game recording 17 points and 9 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) and power forward Ashleigh Isenbarger (188-1997) who added 12 points, 12 rebounds and 10 blocks during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Laci Hawthorne (183-1999, college: Utah St.) with 11 points and 9 rebounds and guard Caitlyn Jones (175-2001, college: Idaho) scored 9 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Hawks have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Southern T. Loser Lightning dropped to the sixth position with seven games lost. They share it with Canberra N. and Pakenham W.. Hawks will meet at home Suns (#8) in the next round where they are favorite. Lightning will play against Slammers in Bunbury and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Lakeside L.: L.Hawthorne 11+9reb+1ast, C.Jones 9+2reb+1ast, R.Benn 7+4reb, G.Jade 6+3reb, B.Emma 5+5reb+1ast, W.Molly 4+7reb Perry Lakes H.: N.Gilday 18+2reb+5ast, E.Clarke 17+9reb+2ast, A.Isenbarger 12+12reb+3ast, M.Dennis 9+13reb+1ast, M.Satie 7+4reb+3ast, T.Malia 4+4reb SW Slammers - East Perth E. 51-73 Rather expected game in Bunbury where bottom-ranked Slammers (0-8) were rolled over by eleventh ranked Eagles (3-6) 73-51 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of Canadian swingman Madison Torresin (183-1996, college: W.Chester) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds and forward Maddison Allen (190-1993, college: Santa Clara) who added 11 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. Five Eagles players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Kate Williams with 13 points and Lauren Vincent scored 8 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Eagles moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Slammers still closes the standings with eight games lost. They share the position with RedCity R.. Eagles will meet higher ranked Cougars (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Slammers will play against Lightning (#10) and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: SW Slammers: K.Williams 13+4reb+1ast, A.Grace 9+6reb+1ast, V.Lauren 8+6reb+4ast, D.Alexis 7+1ast, C.Bree 6+3reb+2ast, P.Duffield 4+6reb+1ast East Perth E.: M.Torresin 20+12reb+1ast, S.Bujniak 13+9reb+4ast, A.Sarah 12+2reb, T.Morrison 11+1reb+1ast, M.Allen 11+9reb+7ast, T.Roberts 6+3reb+1ast Warwick S. - Perry Lakes H. 83-84 Important game to mention about took place in Perth. Fourth ranked Hawks (7-3) saved a 1-point victory on the road edging 5th ranked Senators (4-3) 84-83 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Senators. Hawks players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. It was a good game for forward Emma Clarke (186-2000, college: Colorado) who saved her team from a defeat with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Power forward Ashleigh Isenbarger (188-1997) contributed with 25 points for the winners. Five Hawks players scored in double figures. American forward Karly Murphy (185-1998, college: Colorado St.) replied with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds and guard Stacey Barr (173-1992, college: Idaho) added 14 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists in the effort for Senators. Senators' coach tested ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Hawks have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Southern T. Senators at the other side dropped to the seventh position with three games lost. Hawks will play against Suns (#8) in Kalamunda in the next round where they are favorite. Senators will play at home against the league's leader Wanneroo and hope to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Warwick S.: K.Murphy 25+10reb+2ast, S.Barr 14+7reb+9ast, M.Clinch-Hoycard 11+9reb+2ast, F.Chloe 10+1reb+3ast, N.Jorre 9+6reb+4ast, N.Burton 9+3reb+3ast Perry Lakes H.: A.Isenbarger 25+4reb+1ast, E.Clarke 21+11reb+5ast, N.Gilday 12+3reb+5ast, M.Satie 10+4reb, M.Dennis 10+10reb+4ast, M.Millicent 5+5reb+4ast Goldfields G. - Joondalup W. 50-100 Very predictable result when first ranked Wanneroo (9-1) outscored on the road 10th ranked Goldfields G. (2-6) 100-50 on Saturday. Wanneroo dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Goldfields G.'s 18. Wanneroo forced 20 Goldfields G. turnovers and outrebounded them 56-30 including a 41-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Wanneroo looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Goldfields G.'s players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Wanneroo made 7 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Teige Morrell who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 28 points, 14 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 blocks and American guard Robbi Ryan (175-1997, college: Arizona St.) who added 24 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Five Wanneroo players scored in double figures. Wanneroo's coach felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was forward Regan Turnour-McCarty (186-1997) with 31 points and 5 rebounds and Aimee Borchet scored 7 points and 12 rebounds. Wanneroo maintains first position with 9-1 record. Loser Goldfields G. dropped to the eleventh place with six games lost. Wanneroo will meet Senators (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Goldfields G. will play against Tigers (#4) in Willetton and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Goldfields G.: R.Turnour-McCarty 31+5reb+3ast, A.Sidebottom 8+1reb, B.Aimee 7+12reb+1ast, H.Kiriana 2+7reb+1ast, A.Tegan 2, G.Ellie 0 Joondalup W.: M.Teige 28+14reb+6ast, R.Ryan 24+7reb+5ast, T.Ucich 11+2reb+5ast, S.Amos 11+4reb+5ast, E.Klasztorny 10+12reb, B.Olivia 6+2reb+1ast Rockingham F. - Perth R. 102-50 Not a big story in a game in Rockingham where 12th ranked Redbacks (1-7) were outplayed by sixth ranked Flames (5-3) 102-50 on Saturday. Flames made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 28 Redbacks turnovers and outrebounded them 45-32 including 35 on the defensive glass. Flames looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Tayah Burrows (179-2001) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and American forward Mehryn Kraker (183-1994, college: Green Bay) who added 28 points and 6 assists during the contest. Four Flames players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was forward Brooke Malone (185-2003, college: Idaho) with 15 points and 6 rebounds and the former international power forward Lauren Scherf (196-1996) scored 8 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. Flames have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Loser Redbacks keep the twelfth position with seven games lost. Flames will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Redbacks will play against Cougars (#3) and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Perth R.: B.Malone 15+6reb+1ast, L.Scherf 8+8reb+3ast, D.Dajah 6+4reb, D.Ella 5, M.Pirini 5+3reb+6ast, R.Motroni 5+2reb Rockingham F.: M.Kraker 28+4reb+6ast, T.Burrows 23+15reb+4ast, C.Boag 11+2reb+3ast, P.Marissa 10+3reb+4ast, T.Evans 6+6reb+1ast, C.Samuels 6+2reb+1ast Kalamunda ES - Mandurah M. 58-98 The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked Magic's (4-2) road victory over 8th ranked Suns (3-5) 98-58 on Saturday. Magic forced 21 Suns turnovers and outrebounded them 42-28 including 29 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Katharine Tudor (183, college: Oregon St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 28 points and 10 rebounds and forward Carly Boag (188-1991, college: Minot St.) who added 15 points, 14 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals during the contest. Five Magic players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was naturalized British power forward Samantha Roscoe (194-1995, college: N.Dakota) with 21 points and 7 rebounds and American guard Natalie Chou (185-1997, college: UCLA) scored 15 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Magic moved-up to sixth place. Suns lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with five games lost. They share it with Ipswich F. and Keilor T.. Magic will meet at home higher ranked Tigers (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Suns will play against the league's second-placed Hawks (#2) in Floreat and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Kalamunda ES: S.Roscoe 21+7reb+2ast, N.Chou 15+5reb+6ast, E.Fisher 8+4reb, M.Dyer 8+2reb+6ast, G.Denehey 4+5reb+2ast, M.Taylor 2+3reb Mandurah M.: K.Tudor 28+10reb+3ast, C.Boag 15+14reb+4ast, S.Toeaina 13+2reb+1ast, R.Halleen 12+3reb+3ast, T.Gabriella 11+6reb+3ast, K.Bailey 8+3reb+1ast |
| BELGIUM |
| Waregem tabs Alicia Courthiau - by Peter Buyse | |
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Koninklijk Basket Team ION Waregem DSE (Top Division Women) inked 17-year old 176cm guard Alicia Courthiau for upcoming season. Courthiau has played for the last two years at Kangoeroes in the Top Division Women. In 19 games she averaged 1.8ppg and 1.3rpg last season. She helped them to win the League title and the cup. Courthiau also played 2 games in Euroleague where she had only 1.5ppg. She represented Belgium at the FIBA U18 Women's European Championship in Heraklion (Greece) last year. Her stats at that event were 7 games: 3.7ppg, 2.0rpg. |
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| BSSF Basketball Tournament Round-Up - by Eurobasket News |
| The Whitney Institute Middle School won the Bermuda School Sports Federation Middle School Girls Basketball Tournament. They capped off an undefeated season with a 23-16 victory over Mount Saint Agnes Academy. Kalila Daley led all scorers with 19 points and was named MVP for Whitney, while T'Mia Williams scored 10 for MSA and was named MVP for her school. Warwick Academy pulled away from Saltus Grammar School to win 17-13 in the Middle School Boys Championship. Warwick was led by MVP Zachary Moniz with six points and Jordon Marsh with 4. Saezjhour Dent and Romari Ruddock each scored 5 points for Saltus with William Weston named MVP. Mount Saint Agnes Academy defeated Saltus Grammar School 30-20 in the Senior School Junior Varsity Final. MVP Rylan Cundliffe led Mount Saint Agnes with 13 points while Jacob Hines chipped in 8 points. Saltus was led by MVP Tristen Currelly who scored 12, Phoenix Bowers added 5 points for the Knights. Warwick Academy needed a late surge to finally get past CedarBridge Academy in the Senior Varsity Girls Final. Adriana Argent led Warwick with 15 points and was named MVP for Warwick. Samara Darrell added 8 points for the champions. MVP Samiyah Burgess led the runners up with 10 points. CederBridge Academy defeated Mount Saint Agnes in the Varsity Boys Final 46-37. CedarBridge led throughout the game but MSA fought to get within 4 points late in the game before some clutch shooting by game MVP Kallan Todd sealed the game for CedarBridge. Todd scored 7 points in the final few minutes to bring his game total to 15 points and seal the game. Szaine Williams added 12 for the winners with Odari Hudson scoring 8. Mount Saint Agnes MVP was Jacinto Saints who scored 16 points. Rylan Cundliffe scored 6 for the runners up. Courtesy of: islandstats.com |
| BOSNIA |
| Eurobasket.com All-Bosnia and Herzegovina Awards 2023 - by Zeljko Zule | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Finals MVP:  Dragana Domuzin (174-PG-2000) of OrloviPlayer of the Year: Nikolina Dzebo (186-F/C-1995) of Play OffGuard of the Year: Aaliyah Dunham (165-G-1999) of BanoviciForward of the Year: Jelena Lazarevic (185-PF-2004) of LavoviCenter of the Year: Nikolina Dzebo (186-F/C-1995) of Play OffDefensive Player of Year: Ana Leko (170-SG-2005) of ZrinjskiNewcomer of the Year: Ana Leko (170-SG-2005) of ZrinjskiMost Improved Player of Year: Almedina Ahmic (193-C-2002) of CelikCoach of the Year: Dragana Svitlica of Orlovi
First Team Aaliyah Dunham (165-G-1999) of Banovici Natasa Sobot (170-G-1995) of Kozara Jelena Lazarevic (185-PF-2004) of Lavovi Almedina Ahmic (193-C-2002) of Celik Nikolina Dzebo (186-F/C-1995) of Play Off
Second Team Milica Djokic (178-G-2005) of Lavovi Amna Isakovic (181-F-2002) of Celik Hana Predojevic (183-C-2007) of Orlovi Jovana Milakovic (180-F/G-1999) of Leotar Ajla Ikanovic (192-C-1999) of Banovici
Honorable Mention Andjela Demirovic (191-C-2008) of Feniks Slobodanka Skrbic of Kozara Brea Elmore (175-G-1996) of Play Off Merjema Bucuk (186-C-2001) of Jedinstvo Lejla Omerbasic (182-SG-1997) of Play Off Niya Mitchell (178-F) of Jedinstvo Milena Radjenovic (178-F-1986) of Feniks
All-Defensive Team Aaliyah Dunham (165-G-1999) of Banovici Natasa Savic (170-PG-1992) of Lavovi Katarina Mihalj (182-C/F-2007) of Zrinjski Almedina Ahmic (193-C-2002) of Celik Nikolina Dzebo (186-F/C-1995) of Play Off
All-Newcomers Team Katja Bakalar (158-PG-2007) of Zrinjski Ana Leko (170-SG-2005) of Zrinjski Slobodanka Skrbic of Kozara Katarina Mihalj (182-C/F-2007) of Zrinjski Sara Herceg of Zrinjski |
| BRAZIL |
| Stats Leaders - Women |
| Carla Lucchini (ex Sesi/Arara.) joins Virtus Cagliari - by Paulo Freire | |
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Virtus Cagliari (Serie B) added to their roster 27-year old Brazilian guard Carla Lucchini (175cm-1995) for new 2022-23 season. Lucchini played last summer at SESI Araraquara Basquete in Brazilian LBF league. In 15 games she had just 2.9ppg and 1.3rpg in 2021 year. She helped them to end the regular season as a second best team in the league. Lucchini represented Brazil at the World Championships U19 in Lithuania ten years ago. Her stats at that event were 8 games: 2.6ppg, 1.4rpg, 1.3spg. She has played also professionally for other Brazilian teams like Divino/COC/Jundiai and Vera Cruz. Lucchini won Brazilian LBF championship title in 2018. |
| CHILE |
| LNF Round 6: Alemana P. climb to the 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 Alemana P. as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Alemana P. smashed bottom-ranked Larr Valdivia in Paillaco 80-46. Alemana P. dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Larr Valdivia's 32. Alemana P. forced 27 Larr Valdivia turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Larr Valdivia's players. The former international center Tatiana Gomez (192-1981) had a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!), 20 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals to lead the charge for the winners and the former international forward Anahi Moran (168-1996) chipped in 11 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Rocio Ortiz (-2002) with a double-double by scoring 16 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. Alemana P. have a solid four-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Frontera. Larr Valdivia at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Undefeated Gimnastico (2-1) recorded its first loss in Vina del Mar. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Sportiva Ita. (2-1) 83-67. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Gimnastico. It was a key game for the second position in the league. The former international forward Catalina Perez (195-1997) notched a double-double by scoring 29 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and Thiare Garcia supported her with 13 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists. Sportiva Ita.'s coach Gianluca Pozo used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 17 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists by Italian-Argentinian Daniela Dublo (184-1988) did not help to save the game for Gimnastico. Defending champion moved-up to second place, which they share with Gimnastico and Puerto Montt. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Quite upsetting was Llolleo's (#5) home defeat in a game versus sixth ranked Quilpue 75-65. The best player for the winners was Jessica Zarate who had a double-double by scoring 29 points and 7 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Valeria Aguilera who recorded a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Quilpue (1-2) left bottom position moving up to fifth place. It was Llolleo's third loss in a row. They still close the standings with three games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 6: CDSC destroyed Tomas L on the opponent's court 94-62. Univ.de Chile was outscored by Puente Alto in a home game 38-80. Winless Rancagua was rolled over Brisas on the road 83-42. Winless Luis ML lost to undefeated Sergio Ceppi on its own court 24-88. Winless Laja lost to undefeated Frontera in Temuco 25-129. Infinito destroyed Temuco at home 76-47. Osorno unfortunately lost to Espanol on the opponent's court 52-60. Espanol lost to undefeated Alemana P. in a home game 80-104. Leones crushed New Crusaders on the road 81-56. The most impressive stats of the last round was 19 points, 15 rebounds, 8 assists and 5 blocks by Laia Soler of Leones.
Llolleo - Quilpue 65-75 Quite upsetting was Llolleo's (#5) home defeat in a game versus sixth ranked Quilpue 75-65. Quilpue forced 25 Llolleo turnovers. Strangely Llolleo outrebounded Quilpue 61-47 including 19 on the offensive glass. The best player for the winners was Jessica Zarate (-2001) who had a double-double by scoring 29 points and 7 rebounds. Josefa Arellano chipped in 15 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Quilpue players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was center Valeria Aguilera (-1996) who recorded a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists and Ana Rojas (-1990) added 15 points and 17 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Quilpue (1-2) left bottom position moving up to fifth place. It was Llolleo's third loss in a row. They still close the standings with three games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Llolleo: A.Valeria 18+11reb+8ast, C.Ingrid 17+7reb, R.Ana 15+17reb+3ast, R.Barbara 9+8reb+2ast, A.Valentina 3+10reb+2ast, S.Camila 3+2reb+3ast Quilpue: J.Zarate 29+7reb+1ast, A.Josefa 15+7reb+5ast, G.Valentina 12+6reb+5ast, C.Catherine 10+5reb+5ast, A.Maite 6+1reb, Q.Camila 2+4reb+2ast Tomas L - CDSC 62-94 Rather expected game when 4th ranked Tomas L (2-3) was crushed at home by top-ranked CDSC (5-0) 94-62 on Saturday. CDSC shot 21 for 35 from the free-throw line, while Tomas L only scored three points from the stripe. CDSC forced 33 Tomas L turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Tomas L's players. The best player for the winners was Antonia Andaur (-2002) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 11 assists and 6 steals. The former international Fernanda Serrano (175-1992) chipped in 22 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Daisy Becerra (-1986) who recorded a double-double by scoring 15 points and 16 rebounds and Katheen Ruiz (-2022) added 23 points respectively. Tomas L's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. CDSC have an impressive five-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Sergio Ceppi. Tomas L lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth place with three games lost. They share the position with Brisas. CDSC will meet league's second-placed Sergio Ceppi in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Tomas L will play against Univ.de Chile and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Tomas L: R.Katheen 23+4reb+1ast, D.Becerra 15+16reb+1ast, N.Natalia 8+8reb+2ast, B.Carla 6+4reb+1ast, V.Maricela 4+5reb+1ast, G.Valeria 3 CDSC: A.Antonia 23+2reb+11ast, F.Serrano 22+6reb+5ast, C.Padilla 10+12reb+1ast, R.Sofia 9+3reb+1ast, D.Esperanza 8+4reb+3ast, M.Paloma 6+2reb+2ast Gimnastico - Sportiva Ita. 67-83 Undefeated Gimnastico (2-1) recorded its first loss in Vina del Mar. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Sportiva Ita. (2-1) 83-67. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Gimnastico. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Sportiva Ita. dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Gimnastico's 24. The former international forward Catalina Perez (195-1997) notched a double-double by scoring 29 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and the former international swingman Thiare Garcia (179-2000) supported her with 13 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists. Four Sportiva Ita. players scored in double figures. Sportiva Ita.'s coach Gianluca Pozo used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 17 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists by Italian-Argentinian Daniela Dublo (184-1988) did not help to save the game for Gimnastico. The former international center Ziomara Morrison (194-1989, agency: LBM Management) added 12 points and 9 rebounds. Defending champion moved-up to second place, which they share with Gimnastico and Puerto Montt. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Gimnastico: D.Dublo 17+7reb+4ast, M.Saez 13+4reb+1ast, Z.Morrison 12+9reb, B.Beasley 7+6reb+2ast, F.Ovalle 7+7reb+1ast, V.Vania 3+4reb+1ast Sportiva Ita.: C.Perez 29+10reb+4ast, S.Antezana 14+2reb, T.Garcia 13+8reb+10ast, P.Carrasco 12+9reb+2ast, A.Valdes 9+5reb, C.Martina 3+5reb Univ.de Chile - Puente Alto 38-80 Rather predictable result in Santiago where third ranked Puente Alto (4-1) smashed 6th ranked Univ.de Chile (1-4) 80-38 on Thursday. Puente Alto held Univ.de Chile to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 36.6 percent accuracy of the winners. Puente Alto forced 20 Univ.de Chile turnovers and outrebounded them 59-29 including a 24-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Puente Alto looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Univ.de Chile's players. The best player for the winners was forward Marcela Jeria (-1990) who scored 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Argentinian power forward Camila Peri (182-2000) chipped in 9 points and 13 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Carolina Morales (-2003) who recorded 7 points and 4 assists and Constanza Diaz (-2004) added 4 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Puente Alto have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Espanol. Univ.de Chile lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with four games lost. Puente Alto will meet Rancagua (#8) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Univ.de Chile will play against Tomas L and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Univ.de Chile: C.Constanza 11+1reb+1ast, M.Carolina 7+4reb+4ast, S.Arantza 6, D.Constanza 4+9reb, J.Maite 2, G.Martina 2 Puente Alto: M.Jeria 15+6reb+5ast, D.Cameron 10+3reb+2ast, M.Gamboa 9+12reb+1ast, C.Peri 9+13reb+2ast, L.Francisca 8+1ast, A.Luna 7+5reb+5ast Brisas - Rancagua 83-42 Not a big story in a game in Santiago where bottom-ranked Rancagua (0-4) was rolled over by fifth ranked Brisas (2-3) 83-42 on Saturday. Brisas held Rancagua to an opponent 23.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 43.0 percent accuracy of the winners. Brisas forced 23 Rancagua turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Josefina Atan (-2005) who scored 17 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Belen Carreno (-2005) chipped in 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Brisas players scored in double figures. Brisas' coach felt very confident using 10 players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. At the other side the best for losing team was Ariela Urrutia (-1998) who recorded 9 points and 9 rebounds and Ailyn Roldan (-2000) added 11 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Brisas moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Tomas L. Loser Rancagua still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Brisas' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Santiago to the arena Luis ML. Top scorers: Rancagua: R.Ailyn 11+7reb+1ast, U.Ariela 9+9reb+1ast, G.Catalina 8+6reb+3ast, N.Trinidad 5+1reb, M.Florencia 4+3reb, R.Florencia 3+4reb+1ast Brisas: C.Belen 20+5reb+4ast, M.Maira 19+5reb+3ast, A.Josefina 17+7reb+5ast, O.Valentina 10+8reb+3ast, V.Mariela 10+5reb, M.Trnidad 2+3reb+4ast Luis ML - Sergio Ceppi 24-88 Everything went according to plan in Santiago where top-ranked Sergio Ceppi (5-0) outscored bottom-ranked Luis ML (0-4) 88-24 on Saturday. Sergio Ceppi held Luis ML to an opponent 20.8 percent shooting from the field compared to 41.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Sergio Ceppi forced 32 Luis ML turnovers and outrebounded them 55-39 including a 19-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was the former international Florencia Colossi (168-1998) who scored 13 points and 7 rebounds. Center Katalina Garcia (182-1994) chipped in 9 points and 11 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Daniela Orellana (-1998) who recorded 5 points and 10 rebounds and the former international center Daniela Alcaino (180-1992) added 5 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Sergio Ceppi have an impressive five-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with CDSC. Loser Luis ML still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Sergio Ceppi will meet at home league's leader CDSC in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Luis ML's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Santiago Brisas. Top scorers: Luis ML: O.Daniela 5+10reb, D.Alcaino 5+6reb, C.Ignacia 4, V.Vania 4+4reb, E.Avendano 2+4reb, L.Dafne 2+3reb Sergio Ceppi: F.Colossi 13+7reb+3ast, K.Garcia 9+11reb+2ast, D.Canto Dominique 9+1reb+3ast, R.Oriana 8+3reb, S.Jara 8+1reb+1ast, P.Munoz 8+2reb+1ast Alemana P. - Larr Valdivia 80-46 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Alemana P. as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Alemana P. smashed bottom-ranked Larr Valdivia in Paillaco 80-46. Alemana P. dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Larr Valdivia's 32. Alemana P. forced 27 Larr Valdivia turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Larr Valdivia's players. The former international center Tatiana Gomez (192-1981) had a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!), 20 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals to lead the charge for the winners and the former international forward Anahi Moran (168-1996) chipped in 11 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Rocio Ortiz (-2002) with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and Macarena Jara (-1996) scored 4 points and 15 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. Alemana P. have a solid four-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Frontera. Larr Valdivia at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Larr Valdivia: O.Rocio 16+10reb+2ast, D.Ninozka 9+7reb, M.Iarela 6+3reb+2ast, S.Navarrete 4+3reb+1ast, V.Fernanda 4+3reb+3ast, J.Macarena 4+15reb+2ast Alemana P.: T.Gomez 33+20reb+5ast, S.Pia 13+4reb+1ast, A.Moran 11+7reb+6ast, F.Michelle 6+7reb+1ast, M.Mondaca 6+5reb+8ast, C.Laura 5+2reb Frontera - Laja 129-25 There was no surprise in Temuco where bottom-ranked Laja (0-4) was outplayed by top-ranked Frontera (4-0) 129-25 on Saturday. Frontera held Laja to an opponent 17.8 percent shooting from the field compared to 53.7 percent accuracy of the winners and made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. Frontera forced 55 Laja turnovers and outrebounded them 54-23 including a 20-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 40 assists comparing to just 4 passes made by Laja's players. The best player for the winners was Catalina Peters (-2001) who scored 24 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals. Forward Florencia Obreque chipped in 25 points, 7 assists and 6 steals. Five Frontera players scored in double figures. Frontera's coach Karol Quinones felt very confident using 11 players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. At the other side the best for losing team was Stefani Sandoval who recorded 8 points and 11 rebounds and Camila Gomez (-1993) added 8 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Frontera have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-0 record, which they share with Alemana P. Loser Laja still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Frontera will meet league's second-placed Univ.Concepcion on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Laja will have a break next round. Top scorers: Laja: S.Stefani 8+11reb+1ast, G.Camila 8+6reb+2ast, R.Maria 6+3reb, C.Mariana 3+1reb, S.Constanza 0, M.Daniela 0 Frontera: O.Florencia 25+3reb+7ast, P.Catalina 24+6reb+6ast, R.Catalina 20+7reb+2ast, J.Viafora 14+10reb+6ast, C.Julia 12+12reb+7ast, C.Antero 10+3reb+2ast Infinito - Temuco 76-47 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Concepcion where fourth ranked Infinito (3-2) outleveled one of their biggest challengers Temuco (2-2) 76-47 on Saturday. Infinito forced 25 Temuco turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Barbara Torres (168-2003) who scored 22 points and 6 rebounds. Josefa Catalan (-2003) chipped in 11 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Four Infinito players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Jessica Martino (175-2000, college: Delaware St.) who recorded a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds and Katherine Scheverman (-1994) added 9 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Infinito moved-up to third place. Loser Temuco dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with New Crusaders and Osorno. Infinito's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Concepcion to the arena Conce. Top scorers: Temuco: J.Martino 23+13reb, S.Katherine 9+7reb+3ast, V.Javiera 8+2reb+3ast, P.Romaneth 4+4reb+5ast, F.Barria 3+7reb+2ast, V.Rayen 0+1ast Infinito: T.Barbara 22+6reb, A.Constanza 13+1reb, C.Josefa 11+8reb+7ast, G.Gabriela 10+1reb+2ast, A.Florencia 8+3reb+3ast, M.Constanza 3+5reb+5ast Espanol - Osorno 60-52 Rather expected game when 4th ranked Osorno (2-2) was defeated on the road by first ranked Espanol (4-1) 60-52 on Saturday. Espanol have a solid four-game winning streak. Despite that victory Espanol went down to second position due to points difference, which they share with Puente Alto. Loser Osorno keeps the fourth place with two games lost. They share the position with New Crusaders and Temuco. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Espanol - Alemana P. 80-104 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when top-ranked Alemana P. (4-0) smashed on the road top-ranked Espanol (4-1) 104-80 on Sunday. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Alemana P. have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Frontera. Loser Espanol dropped to the second place with one game lost. They share the position with Puente Alto. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. New Crusaders - Leones 56-81 Everything could happen in Valparaiso at the game between two tied teams. Both third ranked Leones and one of their biggest challengers New Crusaders had identical 2-1 record. But New Crusaders were not able to use a home court advantage and were rolled over by the opponent from San Pablo 81-56 on Sunday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Leones forced 19 New Crusaders turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Leones made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was Spanish Laia Soler (185-2001, college: Boise St.) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points, 15 rebounds, 8 assists and 5 blocks. American guard Deja Church (178-1998, college: DePaul) chipped in 24 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!). Leones' coach felt very confident using 10 players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. At the other side the best for losing team was Cuban Arleny Gonzalez (185-1987) who recorded a double-double by scoring 11 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and Valentina Fernandez (-2005) added 16 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Leones (3-1) keep a position of league leader. Loser New Crusaders keep the fourth place with two games lost. They share the position with Osorno and Temuco. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: New Crusaders: F.Valentina 16+7reb+2ast, A.Gonzalez 11+15reb+4ast, V.Amaya 10+5reb+5ast, M.Viviana 8+3reb+1ast, B.Maria 5+3reb+1ast, T.Natalia 3+2reb Leones: D.Church 24+9reb+5ast, L.Soler 19+15reb+8ast, A.Constanza 9+2reb+1ast, C.Lopez 8+7reb, O.Martina 5+1reb+1ast, R.Pia 5+2reb+2ast |
| CROATIA |
| Virtus Cagliari tabs Monika Bosilj, ex Sibenik - by Paulo Freire | ||||
She played in the final of Croatian A1 in 2013 and 2015. Bosilj was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Croatian League Honorable Mention back in 2015 and 2016. The previous (2020-21) season she played at Medical Instinct Veilchen BG74 in German DBBL where in 14 games she had just 2.4ppg and 1.1rpg in that year. She was also a member of Croatian international program for some years. Bosilj played for Croatian Senior National Team between 2013 and 2019 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2005. She represented Croatia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) in France ten years ago. Her stats at that event were 5 games: 0pts. Bosilj is a very experienced player. She has played also professionally in Bosnia (Mladi Krajisnik), Poland (Poznan), Slovenia (Celje) and United Kingdom (Palatinates). It may be one of last seasons in her extensive career, which she may end at Virtus Cagliari. Bosilj graduated from Florida International University in 2010 and it will be her 13th (hopefully lucky) (!!!) season in pro basketball. She played in the final of Croatian A1 in 2013 and 2015. Bosilj was selected to Eurobasket.com All-Croatian League Honorable Mention back in 2015 and 2016. |
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| Al Ahli wins the series vs Al Gezira 3-0 to clinch Egyptian Superleague 2022-2023 Title - by Abdul Hamid Addasi |
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Al Ahli won the series vs Al Gezira 3-0 to clinch Egyptian Superleague for Women 2022-2023 Title after winning Game 3 81-53 in the match that took place on Sunday 14-5 The Finals Series were being played on best of 5 format Al Ahli won all titles of the season 2022-2023 . The won 5 titles Cairo Zone Tournament, Linked League (Mortabet) , Super Cup , Egypt's Cup and Egyptian Superleague for Women. Best scorer in the match was Shai Kelly of Al Ahli with 20 points She added 13 rebounds 5 assists and 4 steals to be named MVP of Game 3 with efficiency of 35 Other top scorers in Al Ahli were Raneem El Gedawy with 12 points with efficiency of 18 Nadine Selaawi with 12 points with efficiency of 9 Meral Ashraf with 11 points with efficiency of 15 Soraya Mohamed with 10 points with efficiency of 4 On the other hand best scorers in Al Gezira were Fatma Hany with 14points Aya El Fekhy with 10 points Radwa Salem (Captain) with 8 points Indviduals Awards Best scorer of the Finals Radwa Salem (Captain) of Al Gezira Best 3 points shooter of the Finals Fatma Hany of Al Gezira MVP of the Finals Raneem El Gedawy of Al Ahli |
| Al Ahli leads Al Gezira 2-0 in Egyptian Superleague 2022-2023 Finals - by Abdul Hamid Addasi |
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Al Ahli led Al Gezira 2-0 in Egyptian Superleague for Women 2022-2023 Finals after winning after winning Game 2 74-72 in the match that took place on Friday 125 The Finals Series are being played on best of 5 format Al Ahli needs only one victory ti win the title Game 3 will be played on Sunday Best scorer in the match was Radwa Salem (Captain) of Al Gezira with 27 points She added 11 rebounds and 3 steals to be named MVP of Game 2 with efficiency of 26 Her colleague Fatma Hany added 20 points with efficiency of 14 On the other hand best scorers in Al Ahli were Raneem El Gedawy with 18 points with efficiency of 21 Nadine Selaawi with 14 points with efficiency of 10 Soraya Mohammed with 12 points with efficiency of 11 |
| FRANCE |
| NF1 Round 3 (Second Stage): PVBC beat Reze in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. An exciting game was played in Reze. PVBC faced Reze. Guests from Voiron (4-1) smashed host Reze (0-5) 80-50. PVBC is looking forward to face Alencon (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Reze will play against Nice and hopes to get finally their first victory. An exciting game was played in Nice. Nice faced Alencon. Host Nice (4-1) defeated guests from Alencon (2-3) 73-58. Nice will play against Reze (#4) at home in the next round. Alencon will play against PVBC and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Reze - PVBC 50-80 An exciting game was played in Reze. PVBC faced Reze. Guests from Voiron (4-1) smashed host Reze (0-5) 80-50. PVBC is looking forward to face Alencon (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Reze will play against Nice and hopes to get finally their first victory. Nice - Alencon 73-58 An exciting game was played in Nice. Nice faced Alencon. Host Nice (4-1) defeated guests from Alencon (2-3) 73-58. Nice will play against Reze (#4) at home in the next round. Alencon will play against PVBC and it may be a tough game between close rivals. |
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| Rotenburg clinch 2.Bundesliga title - by Eurobasket News |
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Rotenburg celebrated 2.Bundesliga title. They overcame Veilchen Ladies 82-61 in the title game on Sunday. Shannon Ryan (193-F/C-1997, college: St.Anselm) was unstoppable for the champions. She finished with 37 points and 16 rebounds for Rotenburg. The Hurricanes grabbed a 45-30 halftime lead. They held Veilchen to just 8 points in the fourth term and raced to the trophy. Opladen Hawks earned the third position as they topped Bochum 59-52. |
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| Arizona women's basketball gets commitment from 2023 4-star wing Skylar Jones - by Eurobasket News |
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As all eyes have been cast to the transfer portal for additions to the 2023-24 Arizona women's basketball team, head coach Adia Barnes and her staff have still been looking at freshmen. They just added one in 4-star guard/wing Skyler Jones. Jones decommitted from Missouri in late April. When she signed her letter of intent last November, Tigers head coach Robin Pingeton had high praise for her versatility. 'Skylar's dynamic skill set, work ethic, and maturity makes her such an exciting addition to our family,' Pingeton said in the Mizzou press release. 'She will undoubtedly have a positive impact on our locker room and bring a maturity and genuine energy to our team, but she will also add a unique skill set to our roster. Her athleticism, explosiveness, and ability to defend are SEC-caliber in every sense. That, combined with her high motor and ability to play multiple positions, will give her a chance to make an immediate impact on the court. We are so impressed with Skylar as both a player and person, and we know that our Mizzou family will be as well.' The 6-foot wing out of Whitney Young High School in Chicago, Ill. and the Mac Irvin Lady Fire club team is the No. 96 player in the 2023 class according to ESPN HoopGurlz. The service gave her a grade of 91. While she was intended to play either point guard or wing at Missouri, HoopGurlz lists her as a wing. Jones was voted to the First Team All-State 4A by the Illinois State Basketball Coaches Association in March. She averaged 19.7 points, 8.1 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 4.1 steals per game as a senior at Whitney Young. That was an improvement over most of her junior year stats when she averaged 16.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 4.6 steals per game. Jones comes to Arizona at a position of need. Barnes said in April that she hoped to add at least one or two more players at the guard or wing positions. The commitment brings the roster to a total of 12 players. Barnes has said that if she can get the right players, she wants the roster to be at 13 for the 2023-24 season. It's the second straight season that the Wildcats have added a ranked freshman to the class after she decommitted from another school. Jones joins No. 8 Montaya Dew, No. 14 Breya Cunningham, and No. 21 Jada Williams in a class that was already ranked in the top 10 by HoopGurlz. Courtesy of: azdesertswarm.com |
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| Evelien Lutje Schipholt will continue her college career at S.Florida - by Eurobasket News | |||
Hague (Holland) native played for the last four years at University of California. In 29 games she averaged 9.4ppg, 4.8rpg and 1.0apg last season. She played also at Amazone Utrecht Basketball in 2016-2017, Rotterdam Basketball in 2016-2017, CTO Amsterdam in 2018 and then at Sportiff Compagny Grasshoppers Katwijk in 2018-2019. Her team won Dutch Eredivisie Regular Season and Dutch Eredivisie Championships in 2019. Lutje Schipholt helped California make it to the Dutch Eredivisie Winter Final Four Winner. She was also voted to Eurobasket.com All-Dutch Eredivisie Honorable Mention. Lutje Schipholt represented Holland at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Klatovy (Czech Republic) four years ago. Her stats at that event were 7 games: 6.1ppg, Reb-2 (9.7rpg), 1.9apg, 2.1spg, Blocks-2 (2.3bpg), FGP: 34.0%, FT: 32.1%. Among many awards she was selected to Pac-2012 All-Defensive Honorable Mention in 2020. She was also voted to Eurobasket.com All-European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U16 Division B Best Forward in 2016. Lutje Schipholt was selected to Eurobasket.com All-European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U16 Division B First Team in 2016. Her team won European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 Division B in Ireland in 2020. She was voted to Eurobasket.com All-European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 Division B Second Team in 2018. Her team won European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 Division B in Austria in 2020. Her team also won European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Klatovy (Czech Republic) in 2020. (via @raoul_000) |
| INDONESIA |
| Indonesia claim the title in Phnom Penh - by Eurobasket News |
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Indonesia - Singapore 86-39 Indonesia celebrated the title at the SEA Games in Cambodia. They finished the tournament with a perfect 6-0 record. Indonesia rallied past Singapore in their final game. Dyah Lestari (180-F-1998) posted 15 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Indonesia silenced their opponents in the first half. Indonesia recorded a 43-14 halftime lead. Indonesia limited their opponents to just 25 points in the second half and raced to a comfortable win. Kim Pierre-Louis (183-F/C-1993, college: UMass, agency: Areus Sports) chipped in 13 points for Indonesia. Shermaine Kai Ting answered with 11 points for Singapore. |
| ITALY |
| Serie A2 Round 2 of Semi-Finals - by Eurobasket News |
Group NorthUdine - Milano 68-72Milano made 24-of-31 charity shots (77.4 percent) during the game. Dutch center Richelle Van Der Keijl (196-1993, college: N.Mexico) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 18 rebounds. Swingman Susanna Toffali (174-1998) contributed with 25 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. French power forward Angelina Turmel (197-1996, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) replied with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds and point guard Giorgia Bovenzi (165-2002) added 15 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Udine. Top scorers: Udine: A.Turmel 18+11reb, B.Giorgia 15+7reb+3ast, R.Sara 12+2reb+3ast, E.Da Pozzo 8+2reb, M.Mosetti 6+3reb+1ast, C.Bacchini 4+1reb+3ast Milano: S.Toffali 25+5reb, R.Van Der Keijl 19+18reb, E.Penz 14+6reb+2ast, S.Guarneri 7+3reb+1ast, T.Madonna 3+2reb+5ast, A.Beretta 2+1reb+1ast Costa Masnaga - Scrivia 60-49 German forward Patricia Brossmann (183-1997, college: San Diego) had a double-double by scoring 11 points, 16 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Vittoria Allievi (183-2003) chipped in 14 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Four Costa Masnaga players scored in double figures. Croatian Nina Premasunac (187-1992, agency: LBM Management) responded with 8 points and 15 rebounds and Giovanna Smorto (178-1999) scored 10 points and 6 rebounds. Scrivia's coach Nino Molino tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Top scorers: Scrivia: C.Gianolla 13+3reb, G.Smorto 10+6reb+1ast, N.Premasunac 8+15reb+1ast, A.Ravelli 7+2ast, G.Rulli 7+2reb, V.Bonasia 4+4reb+3ast Costa Masnaga: V.Eleonora 16+1reb+1ast, A.Vittoria 14+5reb+3ast, P.Brossmann 11+16reb+5ast, E.Fietta 10+2reb+2ast, C.Beatrice 6+1reb+2ast, O.Cristina 2+4reb Group SouthFirenze - Empoli 76-68Firenze made 27-of-32 free shots (84.4 percent) during the game, while Empoli only scored seven points from the stripe. They outrebounded Empoli 50-34 including a 36-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. 27 personal fouls committed by Empoli helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was French center Alexandrine Fegue (193-1997, college: UCSD) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 27 rebounds. Guard Marta Rossini (170-2001) chipped in 20 points and 4 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). Five Firenze players scored in double figures. The former international guard Antonia Peresson (170-1995, college: Georgia Tech) produced 19 points and 9 rebounds and Bulgarian power forward Katrin Stoichkova (177-1999) added 12 points respectively for the guests. Empoli's coach Alessio Cioni rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Empoli: A.Peresson 19+9reb, K.Stoichkova 12+4reb+2ast, R.Irene 9+4reb, G.Patane 8+4reb, M.Federica 7+1reb, A.Smutna 7+7reb Firenze: M.Rossini 20+3reb+4ast, L.Cremona 17+4reb+2ast, A.Fegue 12+27reb, P.Anna 12+13reb+1ast, F.De Cassan 11+2reb+1ast, C.Anna 2+1ast La Spezia - Battipaglia 56-72 Battipaglia forced 19 La Spezia turnovers and outrebounded them 42-31 including 30 on the defensive glass. Naturalized Paraguayan swingman Paola Ferrari (178-1985, college: Union, TN) scored 19 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and point guard Raffaella Potolicchio (165-1990) chipped in 20 points during the contest. Guard Angelica Castellani (170-2000) responded with 12 points and 4 assists and power forward Silvia Colognesi (182-2002, agency: LBM Management) scored 10 points and 9 rebounds. Four La Spezia players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: La Spezia: C.Angelica 12+4reb+4ast, N.Nancy 11+4reb, S.Colognesi 10+9reb+1ast, M.Zolfanelli 10+2reb, E.Templari 8+1reb, D.Allanis 5+5reb+1ast Battipaglia: R.Potolicchio 20+3reb+3ast, P.Ferrari 19+6reb+2ast, S.Crudo 9+3reb, A.Cutrupi 8+7reb, B.Alford 6+6reb, S.Sarah 4+9reb+1ast |
| Virtus Cagliari tabs Monika Bosilj, ex Sibenik - by Paulo Freire | ||||
She played in the final of Croatian A1 in 2013 and 2015. Bosilj was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Croatian League Honorable Mention back in 2015 and 2016. The previous (2020-21) season she played at Medical Instinct Veilchen BG74 in German DBBL where in 14 games she had just 2.4ppg and 1.1rpg in that year. She was also a member of Croatian international program for some years. Bosilj played for Croatian Senior National Team between 2013 and 2019 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2005. She represented Croatia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) in France ten years ago. Her stats at that event were 5 games: 0pts. Bosilj is a very experienced player. She has played also professionally in Bosnia (Mladi Krajisnik), Poland (Poznan), Slovenia (Celje) and United Kingdom (Palatinates). It may be one of last seasons in her extensive career, which she may end at Virtus Cagliari. Bosilj graduated from Florida International University in 2010 and it will be her 13th (hopefully lucky) (!!!) season in pro basketball. She played in the final of Croatian A1 in 2013 and 2015. Bosilj was selected to Eurobasket.com All-Croatian League Honorable Mention back in 2015 and 2016. |
| Brunetti re-signs at Virtus Cagliari - by Paulo Freire | |
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Virtus Cagliari (Serie B) confirmed in their roster experienced 34-year old ex-international power forward Federica Brunetti (185cm-1988, agency: LBM Management) for upcoming 2022-23 season. Brunetti has played there for the last three seasons. She was a member of Italian Senior National Team back in 2011. Brunetti has spent her entire career in Italy playing for four other teams: Ragusa, Lucca, San Salvatore and San Pietro. Her team made it to the Italian final in 2017 and 2018. She was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Italian Serie A2 Honorable Mention back in 2016 and 2019. |
| Brunetti re-signs at Virtus Cagliari - by Paulo Freire | |
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Virtus Cagliari (Serie B) confirmed in their roster experienced 34-year old ex-international power forward Federica Brunetti (185cm-1988, agency: LBM Management) for upcoming 2022-23 season. Brunetti has played there for the last three seasons. She was a member of Italian Senior National Team back in 2011. Brunetti has spent her entire career in Italy playing for four other teams: Ragusa, Lucca, San Salvatore and San Pietro. Her team made it to the Italian final in 2017 and 2018. She was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Italian Serie A2 Honorable Mention back in 2016 and 2019. |
| Virtus Cagliari inks Anna Lussu - by Paulo Freire | |
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Virtus Cagliari (Serie B) agreed terms with experienced 37-year old point guard Anna Lussu (162cm-1985) for new 2022-23 season after she was tested there shortly. Lussu moved there from TechFind San Salvatore Selargius in Italian Serie B where she played this season. She is a very experienced player. It's very possible she may end her playing career at Cagliari V. |
| Binci re-signs at Civitanova - by Paulo Freire | |
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Feba Civitanova Marche (Serie B) confirmed in their roster 21-year old guard Sofia Binci (162cm-2002) for new 2022-23 season. Binci has played there for the last three seasons. |
| Malintoppi re-signs at Civitanova - by Paulo Freire | |
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Feba Civitanova Marche (Serie B) confirmed in their roster 16-year old point guard Alice Malintoppi (165cm-2006) for upcoming 2022-23 season. Malintoppi has played there for the last two seasons. She represented Italy at the FIBA U16 Women's European Championship in Matosinhos (Portugal) last year. Her stats at that event were 7 games: 2.1ppg, 1.1apg. |
| LIGA SUDAMERICANA |
| Liga SudAmericana round 6 best performance: Jenifer Munoz (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Forward Jenifer Munoz (170-F-1991) had an amazing evening in the last round for second-ranked Indeportes, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 6. The 31-year old player had a double-double of 23 points and 15 rebounds, while her team beat Dep.Berazategui (#3, 1-2) 58-52. Munoz turned to be Indeportes' top player in her first season with the team. Jenifer Munoz has solid league stats. She is in league's top in points (2nd best: 19.0ppg), rebounds (5th best: 9.0rpg) and averages impressive 2.3spg. The second best player in last round's games was young American Kai James (196-C-1995) of league's leader Bucaros. James had a very good evening with a double-double of 21 points and 11 rebounds. Of course she led Bucaros to another comfortable win outscoring UDJ (#4, 0-3) 94-61. James is one of the most experienced players at Bucaros and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 15.3ppg (#5). She also registered 11.0 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was another Bucaros' star - Montenegrin swingman Eshaya Murphy (181-G/F-1985). Murphy scored 21 points. She was another key player of Bucaros, helping her team with a 94-61 easy win against #4 ranked UDJ. Bucaros started extremely well this year. They recorded 3 victories without losing a single game. Murphy 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. Murphy has a great season in Liga SudAmericana. After only 3 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 20.0ppg (best scorer). Other top performing players last week: 4. Stephany Mayo (180-F/C-1993) of Bucaros - 9 points and 9 rebounds 5. Mayra Leiva (185-C-1996) of Dep.Berazategui - 16 points and 9 rebounds 6. Carolina Lopez (188-G-1998) of Indeportes - 14 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Maria Jourdheuil (180-PF-1994) of Dep.Berazategui - 13 points and 8 rebounds 8. Wendy Coy (178-F/C-1998) of Bucaros - 10 points and 5 rebounds 9. Yaneth Arias (188-C-1982) of Bucaros - 2 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Heidy Guayaquil (157-G-1999) of UDJ - 10 points and 2 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| MALAYSIA |
| SEA Games 2023: Philippines edge Malaysia to finish with a 5-1 record - by Eurobasket News |
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Malaysia - Philippines 63:77 Philippines edged Malaysia 77-63 to finish with a 5-1 record at the SEA Games 2023. Philippines opened the game with a 21-10 run and added a 27-19 rally in the second frame. Malaysia replied with a 19-12 run in the third quarter, whilst Philippines closed the campaign with a 17-15 rally. Janine Pontejos (165-G-1992) top-scored for the winners with 24 points and Ana Katrina (162-SG-1996) poured in 18. Hui Pin Pang (176-F-1990) replied with 15 points in defeat and Yin Yin Chong (166-G-1993) had 10. |
| MALI |
| Aicha Coulibaly will continue her college career at Texas A&M University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Coulibaly graduated IMG Prep Academy (Bradenton, FL) in 2020. |
| MEXICO |
| Adams' 32-point game gives her LNBPF Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||||
She had the game-high 32 points adding four rebounds for Adelitas in her team's victory, helping them to crush, the league's bottom-ranked team Correcaminos (#10, 0-4) with 24-point margin 104-80. It allowed Adelitas to take over top position in the Mexican league. The season is still on an early stage, but Adelitas already had a very good start winning all 4 without losing a single one. In the team's last game Adams had a remarkable 80.0% from 2-point range. She just recently signed at Adelitas, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Texas A&M University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Adams is league's best scorer averaging so far 23.5ppg and is league's best passer with 0.8apg. Adams is in league's top in and averages solid 75.7% FGP and 50.0% from behind 3-point line. Second best performed player last round was Amy Okonkwo (188-F-1996) of Halcones. She is American-Nigerian forward in her first season at Halcones. In the last game Okonkwo recorded impressive double-double of 26 points and 13 rebounds. Bad luck as Halcones lost that game 68-77 to Fuerza Regia (4-0). The season 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. Okonkwo is one of the most experienced players at Halcones and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 22.3ppg (#2). She also registered 8.3 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to center Kristine Vitola (196-C-1991) of Panteras (#3). Vitola scored 24 points and grabbed eight rebounds. She was a key player of Panteras, leading her team to a 106-63 easy win against Freseras (#11, 0-4). Panteras started extremely well this year. They recorded 4 victories without losing a single game. Vitola 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. Vitola has a very solid season. In 4 games in Mexico she scored 16.3ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Ciera Johnson (190-C-1997) of Fuerza Regia - 27 points and 8 rebounds 5. Tanaya Atkinson (183-G-1996) of Adelitas - 26 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Samantha Fuehring (191-F) of Panteras - 16 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Lynetta Kizer (193-C-1990) of Rojas - 23 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Channon Fluker (193-C-1997) of Adelitas - 21 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Madeleine Garrick (180-G-1992) of Libertadores - 24 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Quinn Urbaniak-Dornstauder (193-C-1995) of Halcones - 21 points, 10 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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| LNBPF Round 2: Astros hand first defeat to Libertadores - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. Libertadores recorded a loss in Jalisco on Friday night. Visitors were rolled over by Astros 99-73. Astros dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Libertadores' 26. Astros forced 19 Libertadores turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Libertadores' players. The game was dominated by American players. The best player for the winners was guard Brooke McCarty-Williams (163-1995, college: Texas) who scored 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Forward Joy Adams (180-1993, college: Iona) chipped in 9 points, 5 rebounds, 11 assists and 5 steals. Power forward Stephanie Kostowicz (188-1995, college: Milwaukee) produced 15 points and 9 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. Astros is looking forward to face Adelitas in Chihuahua in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Libertadores will have a break next round. The game in Fresnillo was also worth to mention about. Rojas played at the court of Plateras. Rojas defeated Plateras 80-70. Bosnian-American center Lynetta Kizer (193-1990, college: Maryland) orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points and 7 rebounds. Stasha Carey contributed with 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Rojas' coach Oswaldo Zermeno allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American guard Japreece Dean (168-1996, college: UCLA) replied with 17 points and 8 assists for Plateras. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. The game in Xalapa was also quite interesting. Fuerza Regia played at the court of Halcones. Fuerza Regia managed to secure a 9-point victory 77-68 on Friday. Delicia Washington scored 18 points, 6 assists and 6 steals to lead the charge for the winners. Amy Okonkwo responded with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 13 rebounds. Fuerza Regia will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Halcones will play against Panteras in Aguascalientes and hope to win that game. Rest of the games of round 2 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Panteras crushed Freseras in Aguascalientes 106-63. Winless Correcaminos lost to undefeated Adelitas at home 80-104. Panteras destroyed Freseras on the opponent's court 99-68. Astros unfortunately lost to Libertadores in a home game 61-71. Adelitas rolled over Correcaminos on the road 101-72. Halcones lost to undefeated Fuerza Regia on its own court 87-92. Rojas beat Plateras in a road game 82-73. The best stats of 2nd round was 13 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists by Abdi Xicotencatl of Rojas.
Freseras - Panteras 63-106 There was no surprise when Freseras were crushed at home by Panteras 106-63 on Thursday. Panteras outrebounded Freseras 41-28 including a 31-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Freseras' players. Latvian center Kristine Vitola (196-1991, college: UTEP) scored 24 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American guard Sabrina Haines (178-1997, college: Kentucky) chipped in 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four Panteras players scored in double figures. Cuban center Yayma Boulet (193-1984) responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds and American forward Dejza James (185-1995, college: Arizona) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Panteras will meet at home Halcones in the next round where they are favorite. Freseras will have a break next round. Top scorers: Freseras: Y.Boulet 19+7reb, D.Quesada 17+4reb+5ast, D.James 13+10reb+3ast, E.Gutierrez 5, V.Vasquez 3, G.Frida 2+2reb+1ast Panteras: K.Vitola 24+8reb+3ast, S.Haines 17+5reb+4ast, A.Rodriguez 14+2reb+2ast, A.O'Connor 12+8reb+3ast, G.Sofia 11+4reb+3ast, S.Fuehring 11+3reb+2ast Correcaminos - Adelitas 80-104 No shocking result in a game when Adelitas smashed on the road Correcaminos 104-80 on Friday. Adelitas dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Correcaminos' 44. The game was also dominated by American players. Center Danielle Adams (185-1989, college: Texas A&M) scored 32 points (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and center Channon Fluker (193-1997, college: CSUN) chipped in 17 points and 10 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) during the contest. Guard Jade Vega (165-1997, college: CS Fullerton) responded with 21 points and guard Brittany Byrd (176-1997, college: UIC) scored 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Adelitas and four Correcaminos players scored in double figures. 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. Adelitas will meet at home Astros in the next round where they are favorite. Correcaminos will play against Abejas in Leon and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Correcaminos: J.Vega 21+3reb+3ast, S.Mgbeike 16+3reb, B.Byrd 15+6reb+4ast, V.Duru 12+5reb, D.Evans 9+4reb+1ast, M.Neria 3+1reb+2ast Adelitas: D.Adams 32+4reb, C.Fluker 17+10reb, G.Avila 13+1reb+1ast, T.Atkinson 13+2reb, C.Rosten 12+5reb, M.Ortiz 10+3reb+8ast Plateras - Rojas 70-80 The game in Fresnillo was also worth to mention about. Rojas played at the court of Plateras. Rojas defeated Plateras 80-70. Rojas had a 33-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. Bosnian-American center Lynetta Kizer (193-1990, college: Maryland) orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points and 7 rebounds. American forward Stasha Carey (188-1995, college: Rutgers) contributed with 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Rojas' coach Oswaldo Zermeno allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American guard Japreece Dean (168-1996, college: UCLA) replied with 17 points and 8 assists and her fellow American import forward Trinity Baptiste (183-1998, college: Arizona) added 13 points and 14 rebounds in the effort for Plateras. Five Plateras players scored in double figures. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Plateras: J.Dean 17+4reb+8ast, K.Brown-Haywood 15+6reb+7ast, T.Baptiste 13+14reb+2ast, V.Pierre-Louis 12+11reb+1ast, S.Payan 11+1reb, V.Preciado 2+1ast Rojas: L.Kizer 23+7reb+3ast, S.Carey 18+8reb, A.Bethel 12+8reb+2ast, C.Gonzalez 9+10reb+4ast, A.Xicotencatl 6+1reb+4ast, A.Tompkins 6+6reb+3ast Astros - Libertadores 99-73 Libertadores recorded a loss in Jalisco on Friday night. Visitors were rolled over by Astros 99-73. Astros dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Libertadores' 26. Astros forced 19 Libertadores turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Libertadores' players. The game was dominated by American players. The best player for the winners was guard Brooke McCarty-Williams (163-1995, college: Texas) who scored 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Forward Joy Adams (180-1993, college: Iona) chipped in 9 points, 5 rebounds, 11 assists and 5 steals. Four Astros players scored in double figures. Power forward Stephanie Kostowicz (188-1995, college: Milwaukee) produced 15 points and 9 rebounds and point guard Britney Jones (174-1987, college: UAB) added 15 points respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Astros is looking forward to face Adelitas in Chihuahua in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Libertadores will have a break next round. Top scorers: Libertadores: S.Kostowicz 15+9reb+1ast, B.Jones 15+1reb+1ast, M.Garrick 9+4reb+1ast, M.Benson 9+3reb, O.Vezaldenos 6+5reb+1ast, M.Rios 6+1reb+1ast Astros: B.McCarty-Williams 21+7reb+5ast, J.Brown 13+1reb+4ast, R.Amalia 12+1reb+1ast, C.Nelson 11+6reb+2ast, J.Tunstull 11+4reb+1ast, P.Rodriguez 11+1reb Halcones - Fuerza Regia 68-77 The game in Xalapa was also quite interesting. Fuerza Regia played at the court of Halcones. Fuerza Regia managed to secure a 9-point victory 77-68 on Friday. Fuerza Regia forced 19 Halcones turnovers. Strangely Halcones outrebounded Fuerza Regia 42-29 including 29 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American guard Delicia Washington (178-1997, college: Clemson) scored 18 points, 6 assists and 6 steals to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import guard Alexis Jones (175-1994, college: Baylor) chipped in 12 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four Fuerza Regia players scored in double figures. American-Nigerian forward Amy Okonkwo (188-1996, college: TCU) responded with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 13 rebounds and Canadian center Quinn Urbaniak-Dornstauder (193-1995, college: Arizona St.) scored 13 points and 7 rebounds. Fuerza Regia will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Halcones will play against Panteras in Aguascalientes and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Halcones: A.Okonkwo 26+13reb+3ast, Q.Urbaniak-Dornstauder 13+7reb+2ast, R.Silva 10+7reb+5ast, P.Beltran 7+2reb+1ast, B.Jones 6+4reb+7ast, T.Jessica 3+4reb Fuerza Regia: D.Washington 18+3reb+6ast, C.Johnson 13+5reb+1ast, A.Jones 12+5reb+4ast, A.Decosta 10+4reb+1ast, T.Likhtarovich 9+2reb+5ast, D.Pitts 6+4reb+2ast Freseras - Panteras 68-99 Very expected game when Freseras were rolled over at home by Panteras 99-68 on Friday. Panteras looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American forward Samantha Fuehring (191, college: Louisville) scored 16 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Latvian center Kristine Vitola (196-1991, college: UTEP) chipped in 18 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Five Panteras players scored in double figures. American forward Dejza James (185-1995, college: Arizona) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds and her fellow American import guard Qadashah Hoppie (170-1999, college: Texas A&M) scored 15 points, 5 rebounds and 6 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. Panteras will meet at home Halcones in the next round where they are favorite. Freseras will have a break next round. Top scorers: Freseras: D.James 17+13reb+1ast, Q.Hoppie 15+5reb+6ast, D.Chambers 12+2reb+2ast, Y.Boulet 8+11reb, D.Quesada 7+1reb+4ast, V.Vasquez 5 Panteras: K.Vitola 18+5reb+5ast, A.Rodriguez 17+2reb+1ast, S.Fuehring 16+9reb+4ast, G.Sofia 11+4reb, A.O'Connor 11+4reb+3ast, R.Barahman 10+6reb+8ast Astros - Libertadores 61-71 Rather predictable result in Jalisco where Libertadores beat Astros 71-61 on Saturday. Libertadores made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. Australian guard Madeleine Garrick (180-1992) had a double-double by scoring 24 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) to lead the charge for the winners and American power forward Stephanie Kostowicz (188-1995, college: Milwaukee) chipped in 13 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Libertadores players scored in double figures. Libertadores' coach Sandro Orlando used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American swingman Jaelyn Brown (184, college: California) responded with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and her fellow American import guard Brooke McCarty-Williams (163-1995, college: Texas) scored 9 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Libertadores will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Astros will play against Adelitas in Chihuahua and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Astros: J.Brown 15+9reb+4ast, J.Adams 11+2reb+4ast, R.Amalia 9+4reb+1ast, J.Tunstull 9+8reb, B.McCarty-Williams 9+6reb+7ast, C.Nelson 8+11reb Libertadores: M.Garrick 24+13reb+4ast, S.Kostowicz 13+7reb, M.Tagliamento 12+2reb, M.Benson 11+5reb, L.Weaver 6+3reb+1ast, B.Jones 4+6reb+2ast Correcaminos - Adelitas 72-101 Not a big story in a game when Correcaminos were outplayed at home by Adelitas 101-72 on Saturday. Adelitas dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Correcaminos' 36. They outrebounded Correcaminos 36-23 including 26 on the defensive glass. The game was also dominated by American players. Guard Tanaya Atkinson (183-1996, college: Temple) scored 26 points and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and center Channon Fluker (193-1997, college: CSUN) chipped in 21 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Guard Brittany Byrd (176-1997, college: UIC) responded with 27 points and 5 rebounds and forward Sarah Mgbeike (185, college: OLLU) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. 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 which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Adelitas will meet at home Astros in the next round where they are favorite. Correcaminos will play against Abejas in Leon and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Correcaminos: B.Byrd 27+5reb, S.Mgbeike 14+5reb+2ast, J.Vega 13+2reb+3ast, D.Evans 13+2reb, H.Jessica 3+2reb+1ast, D.Pardo 2+7reb+5ast Adelitas: T.Atkinson 26+3reb+5ast, C.Fluker 21+9reb+2ast, D.Adams 19+9reb, C.Rosten 14+5reb+3ast, D.Givens 7+2reb+1ast, K.Spolyar 5+2reb+2ast Halcones - Fuerza Regia 87-92 Everything went according to plan in Xalapa where Fuerza Regia won against Halcones 92-87 on Saturday. American center Ciera Johnson (190-1997, college: Texas A&M) scored 27 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import guard Alexis Jones (175-1994, college: Baylor) chipped in 20 points and 5 assists during the contest. Fuerza Regia's coach Juan Jose Pidal used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Canadian center Quinn Urbaniak-Dornstauder (193-1995, college: Arizona St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds and American-Nigerian forward Amy Okonkwo (188-1996, college: TCU) scored 24 points. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Fuerza Regia will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Halcones will play against Panteras in Aguascalientes and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Halcones: A.Okonkwo 24+4reb, Q.Urbaniak-Dornstauder 21+10reb+3ast, R.Silva 16+3reb+7ast, B.Jones 12+3reb+4ast, L.Garcia 10+3reb+6ast, G.Erika 4+1reb+1ast Fuerza Regia: C.Johnson 27+8reb, A.Jones 20+4reb+5ast, T.Likhtarovich 12+3reb+4ast, D.Pitts 12+7reb+4ast, D.Washington 10+1reb+3ast, A.Decosta 6+5reb Plateras - Rojas 73-82 There was no surprise in Fresnillo where Plateras were defeated by Rojas 82-73 on Saturday. Rojas looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The game was also dominated by American players. Forward Stasha Carey (188-1995, college: Rutgers) had a double-double by scoring 22 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and forward Angela Tompkins (188-1991, college: Wichita St.) chipped in 22 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Center Vionise Pierre-Louis (193-1995, college: Oklahoma) responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds and forward Kamilah Jackson (183-1992, college: Hawaii) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Plateras: V.Pierre-Louis 19+7reb+3ast, K.Jackson 15+10reb+1ast, K.Brown-Haywood 13+5reb+3ast, J.Dean 8+2reb+3ast, S.Payan 7+1reb+1ast, K.Calloway 6+6reb+3ast Rojas: A.Tompkins 22+11reb+3ast, S.Carey 22+11reb+4ast, A.Xicotencatl 13+10reb+8ast, L.Kizer 9+9reb+2ast, P.Shannen 6+1reb, C.Gonzalez 5+1reb+2ast |
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| Eurobasket.com All-Moldovan League Awards 2023 - by Igor Obradovic | |||||||||
Finals MVP:  Vladislava Rusu (175-SF-2004) of ASEM
First Team Victoria Birna (2007) of SS Causeni Iulia Curudimova (168-SF-2004) of Gagauzia Maria Timbalari (185-C-2000) of ASEM Irina Rudaia (168-G-2002) of UTM Iulia Slavioglo (2005) of Gagauzia |
| NCAA1 |
| Evelien Lutje Schipholt will continue her college career at S.Florida - by Eurobasket News | |||
Hague (Holland) native played for the last four years at University of California. In 29 games she averaged 9.4ppg, 4.8rpg and 1.0apg last season. She played also at Amazone Utrecht Basketball in 2016-2017, Rotterdam Basketball in 2016-2017, CTO Amsterdam in 2018 and then at Sportiff Compagny Grasshoppers Katwijk in 2018-2019. Her team won Dutch Eredivisie Regular Season and Dutch Eredivisie Championships in 2019. Lutje Schipholt helped California make it to the Dutch Eredivisie Winter Final Four Winner. She was also voted to Eurobasket.com All-Dutch Eredivisie Honorable Mention. Lutje Schipholt represented Holland at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Klatovy (Czech Republic) four years ago. Her stats at that event were 7 games: 6.1ppg, Reb-2 (9.7rpg), 1.9apg, 2.1spg, Blocks-2 (2.3bpg), FGP: 34.0%, FT: 32.1%. Among many awards she was selected to Pac-2012 All-Defensive Honorable Mention in 2020. She was also voted to Eurobasket.com All-European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U16 Division B Best Forward in 2016. Lutje Schipholt was selected to Eurobasket.com All-European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U16 Division B First Team in 2016. Her team won European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 Division B in Ireland in 2020. She was voted to Eurobasket.com All-European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 Division B Second Team in 2018. Her team won European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 Division B in Austria in 2020. Her team also won European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Klatovy (Czech Republic) in 2020. (via @raoul_000) |
| Aicha Coulibaly will continue her college career at Texas A&M University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Coulibaly graduated IMG Prep Academy (Bradenton, FL) in 2020. |
| Olivia Mullins transfers to James Madison University - by Eurobasket News | |
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James Madison University strengthened their roster with addition of 5-8 guard Olivia Mullins for season 2023-24. Somerset (NJ) native played for the last three years at Saint Joseph's University. In 31 games she recorded 8.4ppg, 3.6rpg and 3.0apg last season. Mullins helped her team make it to the Atlantic 10 Tournament Semifinals in 2022. She graduated Rutgers Preparatory School (Somerset, NJ) in 2020. |
| Arizona women's basketball gets commitment from 2023 4-star wing Skylar Jones - by Eurobasket News |
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As all eyes have been cast to the transfer portal for additions to the 2023-24 Arizona women's basketball team, head coach Adia Barnes and her staff have still been looking at freshmen. They just added one in 4-star guard/wing Skyler Jones. Jones decommitted from Missouri in late April. When she signed her letter of intent last November, Tigers head coach Robin Pingeton had high praise for her versatility. 'Skylar's dynamic skill set, work ethic, and maturity makes her such an exciting addition to our family,' Pingeton said in the Mizzou press release. 'She will undoubtedly have a positive impact on our locker room and bring a maturity and genuine energy to our team, but she will also add a unique skill set to our roster. Her athleticism, explosiveness, and ability to defend are SEC-caliber in every sense. That, combined with her high motor and ability to play multiple positions, will give her a chance to make an immediate impact on the court. We are so impressed with Skylar as both a player and person, and we know that our Mizzou family will be as well.' The 6-foot wing out of Whitney Young High School in Chicago, Ill. and the Mac Irvin Lady Fire club team is the No. 96 player in the 2023 class according to ESPN HoopGurlz. The service gave her a grade of 91. While she was intended to play either point guard or wing at Missouri, HoopGurlz lists her as a wing. Jones was voted to the First Team All-State 4A by the Illinois State Basketball Coaches Association in March. She averaged 19.7 points, 8.1 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 4.1 steals per game as a senior at Whitney Young. That was an improvement over most of her junior year stats when she averaged 16.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 4.6 steals per game. Jones comes to Arizona at a position of need. Barnes said in April that she hoped to add at least one or two more players at the guard or wing positions. The commitment brings the roster to a total of 12 players. Barnes has said that if she can get the right players, she wants the roster to be at 13 for the 2023-24 season. It's the second straight season that the Wildcats have added a ranked freshman to the class after she decommitted from another school. Jones joins No. 8 Montaya Dew, No. 14 Breya Cunningham, and No. 21 Jada Williams in a class that was already ranked in the top 10 by HoopGurlz. Courtesy of: azdesertswarm.com |
| Jaela Johnson commits to Indiana Univ-Purdue Univ-Indianapolis - by Eurobasket News |
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Indiana Univ-Purdue Univ-Indianapolis signed guard Jaela Johnson (5'5'') for upcoming 2023-24 season. Louisville (KY) native played for the last two years at Bellarmine University. In only one game she recorded just 2 points last season. Johnson played also at The University of Toledo in 2018-2021. Her team ended regular season as a second best place in MAC West Division in 2019. Johnson's high school career she had spent at DuPont Manual in Louisville, KY, which she graduated in 2018. (via @raoul_000) |
| Carmyn Harrison commits to Belmont - by Eurobasket News | |
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Belmont University added to their roster forward Carmyn Harrison (6'2'') for new 2023-24 season. Memphis (TN) native played for the last two years at Georgia Institute of Technology. But in 22 games she had just 0.6ppg and 1.4rpg last season. Harrison graduated Hutchison School (Memphis, TN) in 2021. |
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| SEA Games 2023: Philippines edge Malaysia to finish with a 5-1 record - by Eurobasket News |
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Malaysia - Philippines 63:77 Philippines edged Malaysia 77-63 to finish with a 5-1 record at the SEA Games 2023. Philippines opened the game with a 21-10 run and added a 27-19 rally in the second frame. Malaysia replied with a 19-12 run in the third quarter, whilst Philippines closed the campaign with a 17-15 rally. Janine Pontejos (165-G-1992) top-scored for the winners with 24 points and Ana Katrina (162-SG-1996) poured in 18. Hui Pin Pang (176-F-1990) replied with 15 points in defeat and Yin Yin Chong (166-G-1993) had 10. |
| SEA GAMES |
| SEA Games 2023: Jones Mailee paces Vietnam past Singapore - by Eurobasket News |
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Vietnam - Singapore 77:55 Jones Mailee (1998) paced Vietnam past Singapore as she scored 20 points. Her team posted a 77-55 win at the SEA Games 2023. Vietnam started the game with a 15-10 run and added a 20-14 rally in the second frame. Moreover, they posted a 26-13 surge in the third period, whilst Singapore won the last stanza 18-16. Vy Truong Thao (2001) nailed 14 points for the winners and Bui Kim Nhan (1991) had 12. Jia Min Lim answered with 13 points in the losing effort. |
| SEA Games 2023: Philippines edge Malaysia to finish with a 5-1 record - by Eurobasket News |
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Malaysia - Philippines 63:77 Philippines edged Malaysia 77-63 to finish with a 5-1 record at the SEA Games 2023. Philippines opened the game with a 21-10 run and added a 27-19 rally in the second frame. Malaysia replied with a 19-12 run in the third quarter, whilst Philippines closed the campaign with a 17-15 rally. Janine Pontejos (165-G-1992) top-scored for the winners with 24 points and Ana Katrina (162-SG-1996) poured in 18. Hui Pin Pang (176-F-1990) replied with 15 points in defeat and Yin Yin Chong (166-G-1993) had 10. |
| Indonesia claim the title in Phnom Penh - by Eurobasket News |
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Indonesia - Singapore 86-39 Indonesia celebrated the title at the SEA Games in Cambodia. They finished the tournament with a perfect 6-0 record. Indonesia rallied past Singapore in their final game. Dyah Lestari (180-F-1998) posted 15 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Indonesia silenced their opponents in the first half. Indonesia recorded a 43-14 halftime lead. Indonesia limited their opponents to just 25 points in the second half and raced to a comfortable win. Kim Pierre-Louis (183-F/C-1993, college: UMass, agency: Areus Sports) chipped in 13 points for Indonesia. Shermaine Kai Ting answered with 11 points for Singapore. |
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| SEA Games 2023: Jones Mailee paces Vietnam past Singapore - by Eurobasket News |
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Vietnam - Singapore 77:55 Jones Mailee (1998) paced Vietnam past Singapore as she scored 20 points. Her team posted a 77-55 win at the SEA Games 2023. Vietnam started the game with a 15-10 run and added a 20-14 rally in the second frame. Moreover, they posted a 26-13 surge in the third period, whilst Singapore won the last stanza 18-16. Vy Truong Thao (2001) nailed 14 points for the winners and Bui Kim Nhan (1991) had 12. Jia Min Lim answered with 13 points in the losing effort. |
| Indonesia claim the title in Phnom Penh - by Eurobasket News |
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Indonesia - Singapore 86-39 Indonesia celebrated the title at the SEA Games in Cambodia. They finished the tournament with a perfect 6-0 record. Indonesia rallied past Singapore in their final game. Dyah Lestari (180-F-1998) posted 15 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Indonesia silenced their opponents in the first half. Indonesia recorded a 43-14 halftime lead. Indonesia limited their opponents to just 25 points in the second half and raced to a comfortable win. Kim Pierre-Louis (183-F/C-1993, college: UMass, agency: Areus Sports) chipped in 13 points for Indonesia. Shermaine Kai Ting answered with 11 points for Singapore. |
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| Eurobasket.com All-English WBBL Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Finals MVP:  Katsiaryna Snytsina (188-F-1985) of London L.Player of the Year:  Mikiah Herbert-Harrigan (188-F-1998) of London L.Guard of the Year:  Holly Winterburn (178-G-2000) of London L.Forward of the Year: Carol Herbert (5'9''-F) of Connecticut C.Center of the Year: Ashley Harris-Arlen (187-F/C-1990) of Leicester R.Import Player of the Year: Mikiah Herbert-Harrigan (188-F-1998) of London L.Domestic Player of the Year: Holly Winterburn (178-G-2000) of London L.Young Player of the Year: Isabel Bunyan (180-F-2004) of Cardiff MA.Defensive Player of the Year: Taylor Murray (168-G-1997) of London L.Coach of the Year: Miguel Angel Ortega of Caledonia G.
First Team Ashley Harris-Arlen (187-F/C-1990) of Leicester R. Shannon Hatch (178-G-1993) of Cardiff MA. Mikiah Herbert-Harrigan (188-F-1998) of London L. Karly Murphy (185-F-1998) of Warwick S. Holly Winterburn (178-G-2000) of London L.
Second Team Oliana Squires (173-G-1998) of Leicester R. Araion Bradshaw (168-G-1996) of Sevenoaks S. Erin McGarrahan (183-F-1992) of Caledonia G. Chantelle Handy (188-F-1987) of Caledonia G. Harriet Ottewill-Soulsby (190-C-1995) of Durham P.
Honorable Mention Katsiaryna Snytsina (188-F-1985) of London L. McKenzie Johnston (170-G-1996) of Leicester R. Abbie Wolf (193-F/C-1998) of Caledonia G. Georgia Gayle (175-G-1997) of Sheffield H. Janice Monakana (183-F-1995) of Sevenoaks S. Elle Hendershot (185-F) of Durham P. Sune Swart (190-C/F-1995) of Essex R. Jessica Wayne (175-G) of Durham P. Antoinette Lewis (185-C-1999) of Newcastle E. Grace George (191-F-2000) of Ipswich F. Lauren Saiki (160-PG-1997) of Cardiff MA. Kennedy Nicholas (190-F) of Nottingham Samantha Keltos (190-F-1998) of Manchester M.
All-Domestic Players Team Georgia Gayle (175-G-1997) of Sheffield H. Chantelle Handy (188-F-1987) of Caledonia G. Erin McGarrahan (183-F-1992) of Caledonia G. Harriet Ottewill-Soulsby (190-C-1995) of Durham P. Holly Winterburn (178-G-2000) of London L.
All-Imports Team Jessica Wayne (175-G) of Durham P. Araion Bradshaw (168-G-1996) of Sevenoaks S. Karly Murphy (185-F-1998) of Warwick S. Katsiaryna Snytsina (188-F-1985) of London L. Ashley Harris-Arlen (187-F/C-1990) of Leicester R.
All-Defensive Team Shanice Beckford-Norton (173-G-1997) of London L. Araion Bradshaw (168-G-1996) of Sevenoaks S. Taylor Murray (168-G-1997) of London L. Sune Swart (190-C/F-1995) of Essex R. Jessica Wayne (175-G) of Durham P. |
| Eurobasket.com All-English WNBL Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center | |||||||||||
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Finals MVP: Faye Endean (173-G) of Solent S. Player of the Year: Faye Endean (173-G) of Solent S.Guard of the Year: Faye Endean (173-G) of Solent S.Forward of the Year: Lindsey Cleary (183-F-1997) of Reading R.Center of the Year:  Veronica Iweanya (181-F) of Bristol AFDomestic Player of the Year: Faye Endean (173-G) of Solent S.Import Player of the Year: Lindsey Cleary (183-F-1997) of Reading R.Defensive Player of the Year: Katherine Goldsby (173-G) of Thames Valley C.
First Team Faye Endean (173-G) of Solent S. Alia El Shabrawy (160-G) of Loughborough Katherine Goldsby (173-G) of Thames Valley C. Lindsey Cleary (183-F-1997) of Reading R. Veronica Iweanya (181-F) of Bristol AFSecond Team  Krisztina Velkey-Cleeve (175-G-1992) of Solent S. Ebere Egbirika (168-G) of Southwark P. Helene Trailin (184-F) of Thames Valley C. Nadege Talva of Anglia Ruskin U. Fatmata Janneh (180-F-2004) of BA London L. IIHonorable Mention Megan Dorney of Solent S. Rian Rawlings (173-G) of Anglia Ruskin U. Jessica Davies (185-F-1997) of Brent Bulls Christabel Osarobo (178-F) of Ipswich Genessa Bedoya (165-PG) of BA London L. II Louisa Gibbins (178-C-2005) of Ipswich Carolina Marques (176-G-2001) of Worcester W Isobel Bunyan (180-F-2004) of Cardiff MA II |
| URUGUAY |
| Liga Femenina Round 4: 25 de Agosto is defeated by Hebraica - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of 25 de Agosto (5-1) in Montevideo on Saturday night. Hosts were edged by fourth ranked Hebraica (4-2) 58-57. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of 25 de Agosto. Hebraica forced 22 25 de Agosto turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Argentinian Abril Ramirez (167-2000) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points, 12 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and swingman Paula Tellechea (173-2002) who added 17 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side Sabrina Molina (179-1998) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 14 rebounds and 4 blocks. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Hebraica have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Hebraica went down to fifth position due to points difference. 25 de Agosto at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They share the position with Malvin. Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Montevideo: D.Sporting (#1) and Lagomar (#6). D.Sporting (6-0) smashed visiting Lagomar (1-3) by 24 points 85-61. The winners were led by guard Joaquina Gregorio (168-2001) who scored that evening 23 points and 9 rebounds and Carolina Curbelo supported her with 15 points and 11 rebounds. Even a double-double of 13 points and 11 rebounds by forward Evangelina Rolon (181-2005) did not help to save the game for Lagomar. 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 D.Sporting have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 6-0 record. Lagomar at the other side dropped to the seventh place with three games lost. Bottom-ranked Juventud (0-5) is still winless. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. This time they lost on the road their fifth consecutive match to third ranked Malvin (5-1) 90-38 on Sunday evening. Paula Fernandez fired 19 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Ivana Presa produced 16 points for lost side. 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. Malvin moved-up to second place, which they share with 25 de Agosto. Loser Juventud still closes the standings with five games lost. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 4: Aguada destroyed Urunday on the opponent's court 90-36. Yale managed to outperform Remeros in a home game 56-53. Aguada rolled over Yale on the road 97-44. The most impressive stats of the last round was 12 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists by Josefina Rivera of Aguada.
25 de Agosto - Hebraica 57-58 The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of 25 de Agosto (5-1) in Montevideo on Saturday night. Hosts were edged by fourth ranked Hebraica (4-2) 58-57. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of 25 de Agosto. Hebraica forced 22 25 de Agosto turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Argentinian Abril Ramirez (167-2000) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points, 12 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and swingman Paula Tellechea (173-2002) who added 17 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side Sabrina Molina (179-1998) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 14 rebounds and 4 blocks and Ivanna Llona (-2005) scored 19 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Hebraica have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Hebraica went down to fifth position due to points difference. 25 de Agosto at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They share the position with Malvin. Top scorers: 25 de Agosto: M.Sabrina 20+14reb+2ast, L.Ivanna 19+9reb+3ast, R.Bereilh 12+8reb+1ast, S.Mariangel 3+1ast, C.Zoe 2+1reb, A.Micaela 1 Hebraica: A.Ramirez 22+12reb+5ast, T.Paula 17+5reb+3ast, M.Martina 10+10reb, T.Melisa 6+2reb, D.Romina 3+4reb+5ast, E.Rocio 0 D.Sporting - Lagomar 85-61 Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Montevideo: D.Sporting (#1) and Lagomar (#6). D.Sporting (6-0) smashed visiting Lagomar (1-3) by 24 points 85-61. D.Sporting dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Lagomar's 30. D.Sporting forced 29 Lagomar turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. The winners were led by guard Joaquina Gregorio (168-2001) who scored that evening 23 points and 9 rebounds and forward Carolina Curbelo (178-2002) supported her with 15 points and 11 rebounds. Four D.Sporting players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 13 points and 11 rebounds by forward Evangelina Rolon (181-2005) did not help to save the game for Lagomar. Paraguayan forward Natalia Quevedo (170-1998) added 12 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. D.Sporting have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 6-0 record. Lagomar at the other side dropped to the seventh place with three games lost. Top scorers: Lagomar: R.Evangelina 13+11reb, N.Quevedo 12+7reb+5ast, C.Panetta 9+5reb+3ast, M.Marcial 9+9reb+3ast, M.Selena 8+11reb+2ast, L.Carina 4+1reb D.Sporting: G.Joaquina 23+9reb+2ast, C.Carolina 15+11reb+1ast, N.Dolinsky 15+8reb+3ast, P.Niz 13+4reb+5ast, H.Julieta 6+3reb+1ast, M.Gutierrez 6+5reb+1ast Malvin - Juventud 90-38 Bottom-ranked Juventud (0-5) is still winless. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. This time they lost on the road their fifth consecutive match to third ranked Malvin (5-1) 90-38 on Sunday evening. Malvin dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Juventud's 20. Malvin forced 36 Juventud turnovers and had a 20-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Juventud's players. Paula Fernandez (178-2005) fired 19 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Power forward Emilia Larre (184-2002) chipped in 19 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Ivana Presa (-1986) produced 16 points and forward Karina Acosta (-1986) added 11 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. 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. Malvin moved-up to second place, which they share with 25 de Agosto. Loser Juventud still closes the standings with five games lost. Top scorers: Juventud: P.Ivana 16+4reb+2ast, K.Acosta 11+6reb+1ast, A.Giannina 4+5reb, C.Alina 3+4reb, C.Diaz 3+5reb+2ast, D.Alfonsina 1 Malvin: F.Carolina 19+3reb+3ast, F.Paula 19+6reb+2ast, E.Larre 19+6reb+2ast, F.Somma 8+6reb+4ast, M.Florencia 7+7reb+1ast, T.Catalina 6+3ast Urunday - Aguada 36-90 Very expected game in Montevideo where bottom-ranked Urunday (0-6) was crushed by top-ranked Aguada (4-0) 90-36 on Saturday. Aguada held Urunday to an opponent 22.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 53.2 percent accuracy of the winners. Aguada forced 27 Urunday turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Urunday's players. Guard Camila Kirschenbaum (170-2002, college: Binghamton) fired 23 points and 7 assists for the winners. Point guard Josefina Zeballos (173-2003) chipped in 11 points and 4 assists. Mariana Garcia (-2005) produced 8 points and 5 rebounds and Milagros Rivero added 12 points and 4 steals respectively for lost side. 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. Aguada have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Loser Urunday still closes the standings with six games lost. They share the position with Remeros. Top scorers: Urunday: R.Milagros 12+1reb+1ast, G.Mariana 8+5reb+2ast, G.Fiorella 5+8reb, P.Gabriela 4+1reb, C.Pierina 2+3reb, M.Sabrina 2+1reb Aguada: C.Kirschenbaum 23+3reb+7ast, Z.Josefina 11+4reb+4ast, D.Tovagliari 10+1reb+1ast, R.Josefina 8+2reb+2ast, B.Lara 6+6reb+4ast, S.Aranzazu 6+4reb+1ast Yale - Remeros 56-53 Rather predictable result in Montevideo where sixth ranked Yale (2-3) edged bottom-ranked Remeros (0-6) 56-53 on Sunday. Yale held Remeros to an opponent 23.9 percent shooting from the field compared to 31.1 percent accuracy of the winners. Argentinian point guard Julieta Sienra (161-2003) fired 16 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Forward Aldana Barragan chipped in 22 points and 6 rebounds. Valeria Barrett (175-2000) produced 14 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Romina Giossa added 11 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Yale maintains sixth position with 2-3 record. Loser Remeros still closes the standings with six games lost. They share the position with Urunday. Top scorers: Remeros: V.Barrett 14+6reb+4ast, G.Romina 11+12reb, O.Lucia 9+11reb+3ast, D.Zugarramurdi 9+1reb, R.Julieta 3+1reb, L.Paulina 2+4reb Yale: B.Aldana 22+6reb+1ast, S.Julieta 16+8reb+5ast, M.Cinthia 9+8reb, C.Florencia 5+2reb, L.Rocio 2+1reb+1ast, L.Luana 2+1reb Yale - Aguada 44-97 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 6th ranked Yale's (2-3) home loss to top-ranked Aguada (4-0) 44-97 on Thursday. Aguada dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Yale's 22. Aguada forced 34 Yale turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Yale's players. Guard Camila Kirschenbaum (170-2002, college: Binghamton) fired 17 points and 5 assists for the winners. Center Josefina Rivera (177-1998) chipped in 12 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Aguada players scored in double figures. Argentinian point guard Julieta Sienra (161-2003) produced 13 points and 5 steals and Luana Lizzazoain added 8 points respectively for lost side. 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. Aguada have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Loser Yale keeps the sixth position with three games lost. Top scorers: Yale: S.Julieta 13+3reb+3ast, L.Luana 8+2reb+2ast, F.Milagros 7+3reb+1ast, C.Florencia 7+2reb+2ast, F.Camila 6+2reb+1ast, G.Catalina 3+5reb Aguada: H.Sofia 17+4reb+2ast, C.Kirschenbaum 17+3reb+5ast, R.Josefina 12+8reb+5ast, D.Tovagliari 10+2ast, Z.Josefina 10+4reb+3ast, B.Lara 9+10reb |
| Gregorio number one in Uruguay Liga Femenina for round 4 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Guard Joaquina Gregorio (168-G-2001) had a great game in the last round for top-ranked D.Sporting, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 4. The 21-year old player was the main contributor (23 points, nine rebounds and two assists) to her team's victory, helping them to crush Lagomar (#7, 1-3) with 24-point margin 85-61. It allowed D.Sporting to consolidate first place in the Uruguayan Liga Femenina. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but D.Sporting already had a very good start winning all 6 without losing a single one. In the team's last game Gregorio had a remarkable 55.6% from 2-point range and got three three-pointers out of 6 attempts. She just recently signed at D.Sporting, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Joaquina Gregorio has solid league stats. She is in league's top in points (4th best: 18.5ppg) and averages impressive 4.0spg,59.1% FGP and 48.1% from behind 3-point line. The second best player in last round's games was young Sabrina Molina (179-PF-1998) of league's second-best 25 de Agosto. Molina had a very good evening with a double-double of 20 points and 14 rebounds. Bad luck as 25 de Agosto was edged by the lower-ranked Hebraica (#5, 4-2) 58-57. This loss caused 25 de Agosto to drop to 2nd position in the standings. It was just her team's 1st loss this season, while they won 5 other games. Molina is one of the most experienced players at 25 de Agosto and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 18.0ppg (#5). Her other stats are also decent: 20.8rpg and 3.3apg. Third on the list of top players last round was guard Camila Kirschenbaum (170-G-2002) of Aguada (#4). Kirschenbaum scored 23 points and passed seven assists. She was a key player of Aguada, leading her team to a 90-36 easy win against Urunday (#10, 0-6). Aguada started extremely well this year. They recorded 4 victories without losing a single game. Kirschenbaum 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. Kirschenbaum has a great season in Uruguay. After only 3 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 22.0ppg (best scorer) and assists with 5.3apg (5th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Paula Fernandez (178-PF-2005) of Malvin - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Abril Ramirez (167-SF-2000) of Hebraica - 22 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Emilia Larre (184-F/C-2002) of Malvin - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Sofia Herrera (179-SG-2005) of Aguada - 17 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Josefina Rivera (177-C-1998) of Aguada - 12 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists 9. Lara Barbato (181-F-2004) of Aguada - 9 points and 10 rebounds 10. Julieta Sienra (161-PG-2003) of Yale - 16 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| SEA Games 2023: Jones Mailee paces Vietnam past Singapore - by Eurobasket News |
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Vietnam - Singapore 77:55 Jones Mailee (1998) paced Vietnam past Singapore as she scored 20 points. Her team posted a 77-55 win at the SEA Games 2023. Vietnam started the game with a 15-10 run and added a 20-14 rally in the second frame. Moreover, they posted a 26-13 surge in the third period, whilst Singapore won the last stanza 18-16. Vy Truong Thao (2001) nailed 14 points for the winners and Bui Kim Nhan (1991) had 12. Jia Min Lim answered with 13 points in the losing effort. |
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| Connecticut Sun Defeat Atlanta Dream, 85-68, in Preseason Matchup - by Eurobasket News |
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The Sun go 2-0 in preseason competition Uncasville, CT (May 14, 2023)- Today, the Connecticut Sun defeated the Atlanta Dream, 85-68, in their second preseason matchup of the 2023 season. The Sun were led by former Atlanta Dream guard, Tiffany Hayes (5'10''-G-1989, college: UConn), who tallied 20 points, five rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block against her team of ten years. The Sun opened the game on a 6-0 spurt and took an eight-point advantage over the Dream after the first quarter of action, 26-18. Alyssa Thomas (6'2''-F-1992, college: Maryland) filled the stat sheet in the first ten minutes of play, leading Connecticut with eight points, five rebounds and four assists. Connecticut outscored Atlanta, 19-16, in the second quarter to push their lead up to 11 at the halftime break, 45-34. Hayes came alive in the second quarter of action, dropping seven of her 20 points to lead the Sun heading into the locker room. The Sun began the second half how they began the first, on a 6-0 run, pushing their lead up to 17, 51-34. Their defensive intensity continued throughout the third, outscoring Atlanta 23-17, to take a 68-51 advantage into the fourth. Hayes continued pushing pace offensively for the Sun, leading the team with 10 points, four rebounds, one assist and one steal in the third. After leading by as many as 25 points in the third, the Dream closed the gap on the Sun in the fourth, trailing by only 13 with 5:26 to play. However, the Sun finished the contest on a 12-8 spurt to close out the win. Dijonai Carrington (5'11''-G-1998, college: Baylor) notched eight points, two rebounds, one assist and one block in the final ten minutes to lead the Sun. Atlanta was led by Allisha Gray (6'0''-PG-1995, college: S.Carolina) who notched 12 points, one block and one steal. AD Durr and Aari McDonald (5'6''-PG-1998, college: Arizona) each added 11 points for the Dream. Connecticut shot 48.5% (33-68) from the field, while holding Atlanta to just 27.5% (19-69) from the floor. The Sun outscored the Dream 48-22 in the paint and 11-2 on the fast break. Courtesy of: oursportscentral.com |
| Sky beat Lynx in preseason game in WNBA's first trip to Canada - by Eurobasket News |
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Kahleah Copper (6'1''-G/F-1994, college: Rutgers) had 18 points and nine rebounds, and the Chicago Sky beat the Minnesota Lynx 82-74 in a preseason game on Saturday in the WNBA's first visit to Canada. Kayana Traylor (5'9''-G-1999, college: Virginia Tech) scored 13 points, and Robyn Parks (6'1''-G/F-1992, college: VCU) and Morgan Bertsch (6'3''-PF-1997, college: UC Davis, agency: LBM Management) had 12 apiece for Chicago. Tiffany Mitchell (5'9''-PG-1994, college: S.Carolina) had 19 points and six assists for Minnesota. Rachel Banham (5'9''-PG-1993, college: Minnesota, agency: LBM Management) and Kayla McBride (5'11''-PG-1992, college: Notre Dame) scored 13 points apiece. Bridget Carleton (6'1''-F-1997, college: Iowa St.), an Ontario native, had three points and two rebounds in 12 minutes for the Lynx. She received standing ovations when starting lineups were announced and in speaking to the sold-out Scotiabank Arena crowd before the game. It was the final preseason game for both teams. They will meet again in their regular-season opener on May 19 at Minnesota. Courtesy of: newsday.com |
