Eurobasket Daily News Report: 7/16/2023 4:04:02 AM

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ABA LEAGUE

Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana welcomes back Blazic - by Igor Obradovic

Defending champion Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana (Liga Nova KBM) inked 33-year old Slovenian international 196cm swingman Jaka Blazic for upcoming season. It is actually his comeback to Ljubljana as he has played here before. Blazic played most recently at Bahcesehir in Turkish BSL league. In 13 games he averaged 5.2ppg, 2.2rpg and 1.0apg last season. He also played 11 games in Basketball Champions League where he had 5.5ppg and 1.9rpg.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana in Slovenian Liga Nova KBM. The team played in three different competitions (!!!) that year, and he had a chance to explore basketball on different levels. In 7 Slovenian Liga Nova KBM games he recorded 10.1ppg, 3.1rpg and 1.7apg in that year. Blazic helped them to win the cup. He also played 19 games in Eurocup where he got impressive 15.4ppg, 4.8rpg and 3.6apg in that year. Blazic contributed to his team making it to the quarterfinals. He also played 29 games in ABA League where he got 14.1ppg, 4.9rpg and 2.5apg in that year. Good season as he was voted League Player of the Week.
Blazic has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2013.
He has been also a member of Slovenian international program for some years. Blazic has regularly played for Slovenian senior team since 2013 and previously for U20 National Team in 2009.
He represented Slovenia at the Olympic Games in Tokyo (Japan) two years ago. His team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 6 games: 9.7ppg, 3.8rpg, 1.2apg, 1.2spg, FGP: 51.9%, 3PT: 25.7%, FT: 75.0%.
Blazic has played also professionally in Serbia (Crvena Zvezda), Spain (Barca, Baskonia and Andorra) and Slovenia (Petrol Olimpija Ljubljana, Triglav and Slovan).
Among many awards he won Slovenian League championship title in 2021. He was selected to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish Liga Endesa Honorable Mention back in 2018.

Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana roster for 2023-24:

Guard:
Justus Hollatz

Forwards:
Jaka Blazic
Amadou Sow

Center:
Aleksandr Shashkov

Coach: Simone Pianigiani

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AFRICAN CHAMPIONSHIPS U16

Recap of Day 3 in Monastir - by Igor Obradovic

Group A

Angola - Mali 43-67
Angola faced Mali in another game, with Mali emerging as the victors with a final score of 67-43. Sidy Toure (2007) led Mali's scoring with 22 points and 7 rebounds, while Mahamadou Diop (2007) contributed 6 points and 14 rebounds. Ouwa Camara (2008) also had an impressive performance with 10 rebounds, and Sekou Bagayoko (2008) added 12 points. For Angola, Graciano N'Thonia (2007) scored 5 points and recorded 4 rebounds, while Wellingthon Barros (2008) contributed 8 points and 5 rebounds. Celestino Augusto (2007) added 7 points and 9 rebounds.

Ivory Coast - Tunisia 90-68
In the game between Ivory Coast and Tunisia, Ivory Coast secured a convincing win with a final score of 90-68. Konan Koffi (2007) led Ivory Coast's scoring with 18 points and 4 rebounds, and Mamadou Sako (2008) recorded a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds. For Tunisia, Naim Khelaifi (2007) scored 8 points and recorded 4 rebounds, while Ahmed Bedoui (2007) contributed 13 points and 6 rebounds. Ivory Coast now has a 1-2 record in Group A, while Tunisia is still seeking their first win with a 0-2 record.

Group B

Chad - Uganda 91-70
In a game between Chad and Uganda, Chad emerged victorious with a final score of 91-70. Mahamat Ousmane (2008) led Chad's scoring with 23 points and 13 rebounds, while Guimdar Tamonkam (2008) contributed 23 points and 16 rebounds. Ange Gogoto (2007) also had a strong performance with 8 points and 24 rebounds. For Uganda, Tejan Rugette (2007) scored an impressive 33 points and recorded 10 rebounds, and Christian Turyahabwe (2007) added 13 points and 13 rebounds.

Egypt - Guinea 78-83
In the match between Egypt and Guinea, Guinea secured a close victory with a final score of 83-78. Nour Toure (2008) led Guinea's scoring with 25 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists, while Mohamed Kourouma (2008) contributed 17 points and 10 rebounds. Mohamed Tour (2007) also had a double-double with 6 points and 10 rebounds, and Araphan Diane (2007) added 16 points and 10 rebounds. For Egypt, Mohamed Shahin (186-PG-2007) scored 19 points and recorded 10 rebounds, while Ahmed Rezkallah (189-G-2007) contributed 15 points and 6 rebounds.

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ANTIGUA

ABBA Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Joshua MINNER

Cutie O
(198-G-1990)
Avg: 25.8

25.8

20.5

18.9

18.3

15.5

ABBA Round 11: Leader Potters S. loses to Flyers - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in ABBA just ended. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Top ranked Potters S. (11-2) recorded its second loss at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Flyers (7-4) 73-69. It ended at the same time the nine-game winning streak of Potters S.. Flyers forced 26 Potters S. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international center Adonis Humphreys (198-1994, college: SW Illinois JC) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds. The former international forward Jabari Williams (211-2002, college: Indian River) chipped in 10 points and 12 rebounds. The former international forward Cohen Desouza (201-1994) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists for the hosts. Potters S.'s coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Flyers maintains fourth place with 7-4 record. Potters S. at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in . Third ranked Cutie Ovals faced second-ranked Stingerz. Host Cutie Ovals (10-2) defeated guests from (10-3) 80-68. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Stingerz. It was a key game for the second position in the league. American guard Joshua Minner (198-1990, college: MACU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 25 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Mario Davis contributed with 13 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Cutie Ovals' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Center Kenroy Telemaque answered with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds for Stingerz. Cutie Ovals have an impressive series of six victories in a row. Defending champion moved-up to second place. Stingerz at the other side dropped to the third position with three games lost.
An interesting game where host Spanish Heat (#8) rolled over 5th ranked Ottos with 19-point difference 78-59 on Wednesday evening. It was a great evening for Israel Pulinario who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 19 rebounds. Warren Bogle responded with 17 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. Spanish Heat (2-10) moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Slam and Braves. Ottos lost their third game in a row. They keep the fifth position with seven games lost.

Other games of round 11 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Braves was defeated by Flyers in a road game 85-68. Flyers smashed Ottos at home 85-58. Bottom-ranked Spanish Heat were destroyed by Cutie Ovals on the opponent's court 91-54. Slam unfortunately lost to Braves in a home game 65-79.

Spanish Heat - Ottos 78-59

An interesting game where host Spanish Heat (#8) rolled over 5th ranked Ottos with 19-point difference 78-59 on Wednesday evening. Spanish Heat forced 26 Ottos turnovers and outrebounded them 64-49 including a 26-13 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for Israel Pulinario who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 19 rebounds. Kelvin Pimentel helped adding 19 points, 15 rebounds, 4 assists and 7 steals. Warren Bogle responded with 17 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals and center Morlon Davis scored 9 points, 11 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. Spanish Heat (2-10) moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Slam and Braves. Ottos lost their third game in a row. They keep the fifth position with seven games lost.
Top scorers:
Ottos: B.Warren 17+6reb+6ast, S.Abrams 12+2reb, D.Morlon 9+11reb+5ast, K.Shaquille 8+15reb+1ast, W.Lincoln 8+5reb+2ast, M.Lewis 3+4reb+1ast
Spanish Heat: P.Israel 22+19reb, P.Kelvin 19+15reb+4ast, S.Matthew 16+5reb+4ast, R.Jesus 9+8reb+4ast, K.Pimentel 8+1reb+1ast, P.Gabriel 4+14reb+3ast

Flyers - Braves 85-68

There was no surprise when 6th ranked Braves (2-10) were defeated on the road by fourth ranked Flyers (7-4) 85-68 on Wednesday. Flyers forced 22 Braves turnovers and had a 32-21 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. It was a great evening for the former international forward Jabari Williams (211-2002, college: Indian River) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international center Adonis Humphreys (198-1994, college: SW Illinois JC) helped adding 14 points, 9 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Four Flyers players scored in double figures. Guard Bernard Andrew responded with 9 points and 12 rebounds and Tamraj Stuart scored 11 points and 8 rebounds. Braves' coach tested eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Flyers maintains fourth place with 7-4 record. Braves lost their third game in a row. They keep the sixth position with ten games lost. They share it with Slam and Spanish Heat.
Top scorers:
Braves: A.Javon 14+2reb, S.Tamraj 11+8reb+2ast, F.Damien 10+5reb+5ast, B.Andrew 9+12reb+2ast, J.Tristan 8+1reb+2ast, D.Rhonde 7+2reb+2ast
Flyers: D.Javonte 21+1reb+3ast, J.Williams 17+15reb+4ast, A.Humphreys 14+9reb+8ast, M.Xavier 11+7reb+10ast, L.T-Shawn 9+1reb, B.Selassie 9+3reb+1ast

Flyers - Ottos 85-58

The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Flyers' (7-4) home victory over 5th ranked Ottos (4-7) 85-58 on Tuesday. Flyers dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Ottos' 26. Flyers forced 23 Ottos turnovers and outrebounded them 56-38 including a 35-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Ottos' players. It was a great evening for the former international forward Jabari Williams (211-2002, college: Indian River) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 15 rebounds. David Hernandez helped adding 13 points and 6 assists. Warren Bogle responded with 21 points and 7 rebounds and Lincoln Weekes scored 20 points. Flyers maintains fourth place with 7-4 record. Ottos lost their third game in a row. They keep the fifth position with seven games lost.
Top scorers:
Ottos: B.Warren 21+7reb+1ast, W.Lincoln 20+2reb+3ast, D.Akeem 8+7reb+2ast, K.Shaquille 5+7reb, S.Abrams 4+4reb, M.Lewis 0+2reb+2ast
Flyers: J.Williams 23+15reb+3ast, D.Javonte 13+2reb+3ast, H.David 13+4reb+6ast, B.Selassie 9+9reb+4ast, B.Kwame 9+9reb+2ast, M.Xavier 8+9reb+5ast

Cutie Ovals - Spanish Heat 91-54

Very expected game when 8th ranked Spanish Heat (2-10) was rolled over on the road by third ranked Cutie Ovals (10-2) 91-54 on Tuesday. Cutie Ovals dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Spanish Heat's 32. Cutie Ovals forced 24 Spanish Heat turnovers and outrebounded them 70-38 including a 27-14 advantage in offensive rebounds. Cutie Ovals looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Spanish Heat's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Cutie Ovals made 8 blocks. It was a great evening for guard Tavarus Benta who led his team to a victory scoring 13 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists. Darnell Azille helped adding 11 points and 17 rebounds. Five Cutie Ovals players scored in double figures. Cutie Ovals' coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Darius Richards responded with 16 points and 8 rebounds and Israel Pulinario scored 8 points and 12 rebounds. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Cutie Ovals. Defending champion moved-up to second place. Newly promoted Spanish Heat stay at the bottom position with ten games lost. They share it with Slam and Braves.
Top scorers:
Spanish Heat: D.Richards 16+8reb+1ast, P.Kelvin 9+4reb+4ast, P.Israel 8+12reb, S.Matthew 7+1reb+4ast, R.Jesus 6+5reb+5ast, P.Gabriel 5+5reb
Cutie Ovals: J.Minner 20+6reb+1ast, B.Tavarus 13+8reb+9ast, S.Gomes 13+4reb+8ast, A.Darnell 11+17reb+1ast, A.Jackson 11+8reb+5ast, K.Edwards 8+4reb+2ast

Slam - Braves 65-79

There was a small surprise when sixth ranked Braves (2-10) beat on the road their close opponent Slam (2-10) 79-65 on Monday. Braves forced 25 Slam turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a great evening for Tamraj Stuart who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Shaeim Omarde helped adding 12 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Braves players scored in double figures. Braves' coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Adissa Harris responded with 17 points, 9 assists and 7 steals and John Rolland scored 9 points and 12 rebounds. Braves maintains sixth place with 2-10 record, which they share with Slam and Spanish Heat. Slam lost their eighth game in a row.
Top scorers:
Slam: H.Adissa 17+3reb+9ast, J.Javid 11+10reb+1ast, C.Kim 10+3reb+3ast, R.John 9+12reb+2ast, E.Francois 9+13reb, A.Anjis 7+9reb+1ast
Braves: S.Tamraj 15+10reb+5ast, A.Javon 14+5reb+3ast, D.Rhonde 12+3reb+2ast, O.Shaeim 12+12reb+4ast, S.Sergio 8+6reb+1ast, F.Damien 7+4reb+4ast

Potters S. - Flyers 69-73

Top ranked Potters S. (11-2) recorded its second loss at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Flyers (7-4) 73-69. It ended at the same time the nine-game winning streak of Potters S.. Flyers forced 26 Potters S. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international center Adonis Humphreys (198-1994, college: SW Illinois JC) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds. The former international forward Jabari Williams (211-2002, college: Indian River) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds. The former international forward Cohen Desouza (201-1994) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international guard Marlon Charles (186-1976) added 12 points, 13 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Potters S.'s coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Flyers maintains fourth place with 7-4 record. Potters S. at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost.
Top scorers:
Potters S.: J.Lloyd 14+4reb+5ast, H.Wright 13+5reb+2ast, D.Cohen 12+16reb+4ast, M.Charles 12+13reb+5ast, L.McDonald 7+4reb+1ast, J.Iornie 6+7reb
Flyers: A.Humphreys 15+12reb+1ast, D.Javonte 13+2reb+4ast, H.David 11+4reb+5ast, J.Williams 10+12reb+2ast, L.T-Shawn 10+5reb, B.Selassie 8+6reb+7ast

Cutie Ovals - Stingerz 80-68

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in . Third ranked Cutie Ovals faced second-ranked Stingerz. Host Cutie Ovals (10-2) defeated guests from (10-3) 80-68. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Stingerz. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Cutie Ovals forced 19 Stingerz turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. American guard Joshua Minner (198-1990, college: MACU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 25 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international forward Mario Davis (198-1980, college: MWSU) contributed with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Cutie Ovals' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Center Kenroy Telemaque answered with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds and forward Jevonte Valerie (196-2002, college: Monroe Coll.BX) added 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Stingerz. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Cutie Ovals have an impressive series of six victories in a row. Defending champion moved-up to second place. Stingerz at the other side dropped to the third position with three games lost.
Top scorers:
Stingerz: T.Donte 15+6reb+3ast, T.Kenroy 12+11reb+3ast, J.Valerie 12+9reb+4ast, D.Benjamin 12+5reb+2ast, J.Seth 8+4reb+5ast, K.Lee 7+9reb
Cutie Ovals: J.Minner 25+9reb+4ast, K.Edwards 15+3reb+4ast, A.Jackson 14+9reb+3ast, M.Davis 13+10reb+7ast, B.Tavarus 8+5reb+2ast, J.Ferris 3+1reb

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ARGENTINA

De Cecco will comeback to his origins - by Roberto Dorta

In the middle of the uncertanty scenary of the Liga Argentina's market , Salta Basket Basquet decided to give the baton of the orchest to a man with experience and the roots in the club : Ricardo De Cecco
De Cecco has worked in the last months in Province's Basketball project and Salta Basket Basket thinks that will be a great combination to bet to a new project where the local's young player and the exposition infront this kind of competition will be give a plus value to each players.
Roughly 20 teams have announced their head coach, and Salta Basket believe that this decition should be create a new posittive enviroment.
I am very happy to return to a project that started long ago, the structure is already stabilized. I have been working since March on a project with the Province's Sports Secretariat. It was possible to come to Salta Basket, and it was achieved, said De Cecco.
Get along with experience players and rookies should be the key for the succesfully this campaign.
Salta Basket came to have negative record in the last season, the challenge to De Cecco will be combine the young players's development with have to offer a great image in the court during the next season.

Donovan Johnson joins Panionios - by Chris Mammides

Panionios Athens (Elite League) agreed terms with 31-year old American (has also Argentinian passport) forward Donovan Johnson (201cm-94kg-1992, college: KWC) for new 2023-24 season. Johnson played last season at Amyntas. In 17 Elite League games in Greece he had very impressive stats: 18.0ppg, 6.6rpg, 1.6apg and 1.1spg. He was also named League Player of the Week. Johnson also played for Newcastle Eagles in British BBL where in 14 games he recorded 7.2ppg and 4.6rpg.
He is quite experienced player. His career allowed him to visit three different continents, while he played in six different countries. Johnson tasted the life as pro basketball player in Europe, Latin America and of course North America. He has played previously professionally in Chile (Concepcion, Puente Alto and Ancud), France (JSA Bordeaux), Paraguay (Olimpia), United Kingdom (Giants), Argentina (Obera, Comunicaciones, Ameghino and Petrolero) and The Basketball Tournament (Kentucky BGH and Team KBC). Johnson was also voted to Latinbasket.com All-Chilean Liga Nacional Honorable Mention back in 2015 and 2018.
He won Paraguayan Metropolitan League Clausura championship title in 2016.
Johnson graduated from Kentucky Wesleyan College in 2014 and it will be his tenth season as a professional player. He played also for Wabash Valley College for one year.

Panionios Athens roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Dimitris Verginis
Stathis Papadionysiou
Nikos Gkikas
Christos Skandalos
Iakovos Milentigievits

Forwards:
Anastasios Antonakis
Efstathios Papadionysiou
Stelios Halaris
Ioannis Sachpatzidis
Donovan Johnson
Jason Dimitrakopoulos

Centers:
Dimitrios Kaklamanakis
Panagiotis Vyrlas

Coach: Periklis Tavropoulos

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BELGIUM

Aalst signs Trevor Blondin - by Peter Buyse

Okapi Aalst (Pro Basketball League) signed 27-year old American 193cm point guard Trevor Blondin (college: Seton Hill) for new season. Blondin played most recently at Laguna Sharks Bucuresti in Romanian Liga Nationala. In 26 games he averaged 12.9ppg, 3.9rpg and 3.3apg last season.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Inter Bratislava in Slovakian Nike SBL where in 24 games he was league's fourth best scorer with impressive 15.8ppg and recorded 5.0rpg, 2.0apg and 1.5spg in that year. He can count that season as a very successful as was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Slovakian League Second Team. Blondin also played 6 games in Alpe Adria Cup where he had very remarkable stats: 18.2ppg, 4.8rpg, 2.5apg and 1.3spg in that year.
He has played also professionally in Finland (Korihait).
Blondin graduated from Seton Hill University in 2019 and it will be his fifth season in pro basketball.
Let's have closer look into His outlook: Can play positions 1-3 offensively. Primarily a scoring point guard with unlimited 3pt range. Elite shooter off catch and shoot, as well as off the dribble. Plays above the rim, likes to attack downhill in transition and get to the free throw line. Savvy defender who stays disciplined, can guard positions 1-4. Would like to see improvement on the defensive glass.

Okapi Aalst roster for 2023-24:

Ivan Maras
Dorian Marchant
Lazar Mutic
Trevor Blondin
Steff Schauvlieger
Gabriel Bilos
Siebe Ledegen
Glenn Temmerman
Milan Lefevre
Lajoie Maluska

Coach: Thomas Crab

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BOLIVIA

Libobasquet Round 21: CAN Oruro defeats leader Pichincha - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in Libobasquet just ended. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Pichincha (11-5) on the court of seventh ranked CAN Oruro on Saturday night. Visitors were edged by CAN Oruro 79-78. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Pichincha. CAN Oruro looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a good game for American swingman Deondre Wade (194, college: Seminole St.) who saved his team from a defeat with 18 points and 7 rebounds. Argentinian forward Juan Martin Bello (200-1999) contributed with 19 points and 5 assists for the winners. American swingman Eric Lovett (196, college: FIU) answered with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks for Pichincha. Despite that victory CAN Oruro went down to ninth position due to points difference. Defending champion Pichincha still keeps top place with five games lost.
Important game to mention about took place in Sucre. Third ranked Carl A-Z (10-7) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 5th ranked Univ.Sucre (9-7) 78-76 in the game for the second place. Argentinian center Diego Romero (206-1982, college: FSU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and Roberto Orresta chipped in 27 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. The best for the losing side was American guard Haylen Washington (196-1994, college: Co.Georgia) with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. Carl A-Z have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Univ.Sucre at the other side dropped to the third position with seven games lost. They share it with Atletico Nacional and San Simon.
A very close game took place in Oruro (derby !!!) between CAN Oruro and Saracho. Seventh ranked CAN Oruro (6-9) got a very close victory on the road over 8th ranked Saracho (7-9). CAN Oruro managed to escape with a 3-point win 79-76 on Thursday evening. Deondre Wade nailed 27 points for the winning side. CAN Oruro's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Daniel Simon came up with 19 points and 9 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for Saracho in the defeat. Despite that victory CAN Oruro went down to ninth position due to points difference. Loser Saracho dropped to the sixth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Calero and Leones.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 21: Atletico Nacional beat Calero on the road 73-67. Pichincha destroyed La Paz on its own court 97-75. Univ.Sucre unfortunately lost to San Simon in Cochabamba 96-104.
The most impressive performance of 21th round was 38 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds by Andres Trujillo of San Simon.

CAN Oruro - Pichincha 79-78

The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Pichincha (11-5) on the court of seventh ranked CAN Oruro on Saturday night. Visitors were edged by CAN Oruro 79-78. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Pichincha. CAN Oruro looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a good game for American swingman Deondre Wade (194, college: Seminole St.) who saved his team from a defeat with 18 points and 7 rebounds. Argentinian forward Juan Martin Bello (200-1999) contributed with 19 points and 5 assists for the winners. Four CAN Oruro players scored in double figures. American swingman Eric Lovett (196, college: FIU) answered with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks and the former international guard Diego Olguin (186-1995) added 14 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Pichincha. Despite that victory CAN Oruro went down to ninth position due to points difference. Defending champion Pichincha still keeps top place with five games lost.
Top scorers:
CAN Oruro: B.Juan Martin 19+3reb+5ast, D.Wade 18+7reb+2ast, G.Jose 13+10reb+3ast, J.Sanjinez 11+2reb+3ast, F.Jerez 8+3reb+6ast, M.Romero 5+2reb+2ast
Pichincha: E.Lovett 21+7reb, J.Greenfield 17+4reb, D.Olguin 14+5reb+3ast, J.Perez 7+7reb+1ast, C.Leon 7+4reb+1ast, A.Veizaga 7+4reb+1ast

Univ.Sucre - Carl A-Z 76-78

Important game to mention about took place in Sucre. Third ranked Carl A-Z (10-7) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 5th ranked Univ.Sucre (9-7) 78-76 in the game for the second place. Strangely Univ.Sucre outrebounded Carl A-Z 51-39 including 39 on the defensive glass. Argentinian center Diego Romero (206-1982, college: FSU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and Argentinian point guard Roberto Orresta (177-1991) chipped in 27 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. The best for the losing side was American guard Haylen Washington (196-1994, college: Co.Georgia) with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists and swingman Amado Ledezma (185-2004) scored 16 points and 8 rebounds. Carl A-Z have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Univ.Sucre at the other side dropped to the third position with seven games lost. They share it with Atletico Nacional and San Simon.
Top scorers:
Carl A-Z: R.Orresta 27+6reb+7ast, D.Romero 24+14reb+4ast, V.Samuel 18+3reb+5ast, M.Tola 5+11reb+1ast, M.Ramallo 4+1reb, C.Ortiz 0
Univ.Sucre: H.Washington 19+14reb+4ast, L.Amado 16+8reb+3ast, J.Johnson 10+4reb+4ast, J.Calvo 9+7reb, A.Joaquin 9, T.James 8+11reb+3ast

Calero - Atletico Nacional 67-73

No shocking result in a game when second ranked Atletico Nacional (9-7) beat 6th ranked Calero (7-9) in Potosi 73-67 on Thursday. Atletico Nacional made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. Atletico Nacional outrebounded Calero 44-33 including 34 on the defensive glass. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Atletico Nacional made 7 blocks. Cuban-\n guard Adriano Barreras (186-1989) nailed 40 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds for the winning side and Argentinian Rodrigo Acuna (198-1995) accounted for 7 points, 10 rebounds and 5 blocks. Atletico Nacional's coach Enrique Lancelotti used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Argentinian power forward Juan Cruz Oberto (200-1997) came up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds and American guard Trey Jones (188-1998, college: Bluefield) added 17 points respectively for Calero in the defeat. Despite that victory Atletico Nacional went down to third position due to points difference, which they share with Univ.Sucre and San Simon. Loser Calero keeps the sixth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Leones and Saracho.
Top scorers:
Atletico Nacional: A.Barreras 40+9reb+1ast, C.Camargo 8+7reb+1ast, G.Carlos 8+7reb+2ast, R.Acuna 7+10reb+2ast, C.Alan 6+6reb+1ast, M.Recamo 2+2reb+1ast
Calero: J.Cruz Oberto 22+11reb+3ast, T.Jones 17+2reb+1ast, A.Carreon 9+8reb+1ast, M.Ortiz 8+3reb+1ast, C.Alanes 5+3reb+2ast, E.Kovi 3+2reb

Saracho - CAN Oruro 76-79

A very close game took place in Oruro (derby !!!) between CAN Oruro and Saracho. Seventh ranked CAN Oruro (6-9) got a very close victory on the road over 8th ranked Saracho (7-9). CAN Oruro managed to escape with a 3-point win 79-76 on Thursday evening. American swingman Deondre Wade (194, college: Seminole St.) nailed 27 points for the winning side and Argentinian forward Juan Martin Bello (200-1999) accounted for 19 points and 6 assists. CAN Oruro's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Cuban guard Daniel Simon (185-1996) came up with 19 points and 9 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and guard Cristhian Delgado (184-1993) added 10 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Saracho in the defeat. Four Saracho players scored in double figures. Despite that victory CAN Oruro went down to ninth position due to points difference. Loser Saracho dropped to the sixth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Calero and Leones.
Top scorers:
CAN Oruro: D.Wade 27+3reb, B.Juan Martin 19+4reb+6ast, G.Jose 17+6reb+2ast, J.Sanjinez 9+1reb+1ast, C.Alex 4+3reb, M.Romero 2+1reb
Saracho: D.Simon 19+9reb, R.Martin 12, V.Alejandro 10+3reb+3ast, C.Delgado 10+8reb+3ast, A.Traverso 10+3reb+4ast, N.Gimenez 9+4reb+5ast

Pichincha - La Paz 97-75

Very expected game when 10th ranked La Paz (5-11) was smashed on the road by first ranked Pichincha (11-5) 97-75 on Wednesday. Pichincha forced 19 La Paz turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. American swingman Jonathan Greenfield (190, college: Lehman) nailed 30 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and Argentinian Eduardo Gamboa (189-1984) accounted for 15 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. Pichincha's coach Giovanny Vargas felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international guard Irin Stark (185-1989, college: STAC) came up with 33 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds and forward Jorge Beltran (196-1988) added 13 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for La Paz in the defeat. Five Pichincha and four La Paz players scored in double figures. Pichincha have a solid series of three victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 11-5 record. Loser La Paz stay at the bottom position with 11 games lost.
Top scorers:
Pichincha: J.Greenfield 30+6reb+5ast, A.Veizaga 16+3reb+3ast, E.Gamboa 15+7reb+8ast, J.Perez 15+8reb+2ast, E.Lovett 11+4reb+1ast, O.Barrancos 6+1reb
La Paz: I.Stark 33+5reb+2ast, D.Maza 16+7reb, J.Beltran 13+10reb+5ast, G.Claudio 11+8reb+2ast, V.Meneses 2+6reb+3ast, V.Brogher 0

San Simon - Univ.Sucre 104-96

Rather predictable result when third ranked San Simon (9-7) won against 5th ranked Univ.Sucre (9-7) in Cochabamba 104-96 on Tuesday. San Simon looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Argentinian Rolando Vallejos (195-2000) nailed a double-double by scoring 29 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and the former international forward Andres Trujillo (184-1999) accounted for 38 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). American guard Haylen Washington (196-1994, college: Co.Georgia) came up with 27 points and 9 rebounds and swingman Amado Ledezma (185-2004) added 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Univ.Sucre in the defeat. Four Univ.Sucre players scored in double figures. San Simon maintains third place with 9-7 record having just two points less than leader Pichincha, which they share with Univ.Sucre and Atletico Nacional.
Top scorers:
San Simon: A.Trujillo 38+6reb+3ast, V.Rolando 29+15reb+5ast, P.Gutierrez 18+1reb+4ast, M.Petkovic 6+7reb, M.Arias 4+4ast, M.Guillen 4+2reb+3ast
Univ.Sucre: H.Washington 27+9reb+1ast, L.Amado 17+8reb+4ast, J.Johnson 14+5reb+2ast, A.Joaquin 12+1reb+1ast, T.James 12+1reb+1ast, V.Alvaro 6+2reb

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BRAZIL

Sergio Conceicao joins Vasco da Gama - by Paulo Freire

CR Vasco Da Gama Rio de Janeiro (Liga Ouro) added to their roster 23-year old center Sergio Conceicao (208cm-106kg-2000). Conceicao played last season at Sao Jose dos Campos in Brazilian NBB league. In 24 games he had 4.0ppg and 2.9rpg. Liga Ouro will be definitely a better match and he can see more playing time. He also played for Sao Jose (NBB) where in 24 games he recorded 4.0ppg and 2.9rpg. Conceicao also played 16 games in where he averaged 3.4ppg and 2.4rpg in 2022 year. He helped them to make it to the Brazilian LDB U20 League final after they ended regular season as second best team. A very impressive year as he was named to Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian LDB U20 Honorable Mention.
Conceicao has played previously for three other teams: Tijuca TC, Cerrado and Cerrado.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Latinbasket.com Brazilian LDB U20 All-Defensive Team back in 2019.

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CANADA

Bamberg sign a second foreign player, ex Niagara - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Brose Bamberg (BBL) tabbed 23-year old American 211cm forward EJ Onu (college: Shawnee State) for new season. Onu is the second foreign player in the roster as U.S. Virgin Islands Justin Gray signed here earlier.
He played this summer at Niagara River Lions in Canadian CEBL. In 15 games just recently he averaged 9.4ppg, 4.9rpg and 2.0bpg. The last season he played at Warriors in U.S. NBA-G-League where in 13 games he had 3.0ppg, 2.0rpg and 1.1bpg.
He has played also professionally in other USA team, NBA G League (Texas Legends and Memphis Hustle) and NBA Summer League (Memphis Grizzlies and Memphis Grizzlies). He was also voted to All-MSC Defensive Player of the Year in 2020 and 2021.
His team was regular season runner-up in CEBL in 2022.
Onu graduated from Shawnee State in 2021 and it will be his third season in pro basketball.

Brose Bamberg roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Karsten Tadda
Lukas Herzog

Forwards:
Justin Gray
EJ Onu

Center:
Filip Stanic

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CEBL

Khalil Ahmad claims CEBL weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

American Khalil Ahmad (191-G-1996) had a very impressive game in the last round for Niagara and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 15.
The 27-year old guard had the game-high 31 points adding five rebounds and eight assists for Niagara in his team's victory, helping them to beat Scarborough (#5, 7-7) 98-89. Niagara maintains the 3rd position in CEBL . They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Niagara will need more victories to improve their 9-6 record. In the team's last game Ahmad had a remarkable 90.9% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Niagara, through which he has constantly improved. California State University, Fullerton graduate has very impressive stats this year. Ahmad is in league's top in points (6th best: 18.8ppg), assists (4th best: 5.8apg) and averages solid 2.7spg and 55.9% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American forward Nick Hornsby (201-F-1995) of Edmonton. Hornsby impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 21 points and 12 rebounds. Bad luck as Edmonton was edged by slightly lower-ranked Saskatchewan (#8, 6-9) 86-85. Edmonton managed to keep the same 6th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 7-9 record. Hornsby is one of the most experienced players at Edmonton and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was American Justin Wright-Foreman (183-PG-1997) of Saskatchewan (#8). Wright-Foreman showcased his all-around game by recording 29 points, five rebounds and nine assists in the last round. He was a key player of Saskatchewan, leading his team to a 99-96 win against the higher-ranked Winnipeg (#2, 10-6). The chances of Saskatchewan ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 9 games, recording just six victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Wright-Foreman could help Saskatchewan to bring them higher in the standings. Wright-Foreman has a very solid season. In 13 games in CEBL he scored 29.9ppg. He also has 5.4rpg, 4.6apg, FGP: 57.0% and 3PT: 47.4%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. E.J. Anosike (201-G/F-1998) of Winnipeg - 25 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Koby McEwen (193-G-1997) of Brampton - 16 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists
6. David Muenkat (201-F-2000) of Scarborough - 21 points and 9 rebounds
7. Adong Makuoi (206-C) of Saskatchewan - 15 points and 10 rebounds
8. Nick Ward (203-F-1997) of Vancouver - 15 points and 10 rebounds
9. Jackson Rowe (201-PF-1997) of Ottawa - 26 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Kalif Young (206-C-1997) of Scarborough - 14 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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

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CHILE

Stats Leaders - DIMAYOR

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Stephen MAXWELL

Ancud
(201-F-1993)
Avg: 25.5

25.5

23.1

21.7

21.3

21.3

LNB Round 5 of Finals. Concepcion clinch the title - by Eurobasket News

Concepcion - Los Leones 74-72

Concepcion outrebounded Los Leones 40-29 including 27 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American forward Jerry Evans (203-1990, college: Nevada) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. His fellow American import center Brandon Walters (208-1995, college: MTSU) contributed with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Concepcion's coach Cipriano Nunez used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The former international forward Darrol Jones (193-1994) answered with 20 points and 4 assists and the former international guard Barham Amor (185-1996) added 9 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Los Leones.
Top scorers:
Concepcion: J.Evans 19+11reb+5ast, S.Carrasco 15+1reb+5ast, B.Walters 12+10reb+1ast, C.Milano 9+10reb+2ast, E.Arteaga 6, K.Rubio 4+2reb+2ast
Los Leones: D.Jones 20+3reb+4ast, M.Kennedy 18+4reb+2ast, E.Holt 14+5reb+2ast, B.Amor 9+12reb+4ast, I.Carrion 8+2reb+2ast, R.Nicolas 3+2reb+2ast

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EUROCUP

Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana welcomes back Blazic - by Igor Obradovic

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EUROLEAGUE

Rokas Giedraitis (ex Baskonia) signs at Crvena Zvezda - by Igor Obradovic

Defending champion KK Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Beograd (KLS) landed 30-year old Lithuanian international 200cm swingman Rokas Giedraitis for new season. Giedraitis has played for the last three years at Baskonia in Spanish Liga Endesa. In 33 games he averaged 10.8ppg and 3.8rpg last season. He helped them to end the regular season as a second best team in the league. It was a very successful season in his career as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish Liga Endesa Honorable Mention. Giedraitis also played 34 games in Euroleague where he had 10.4ppg, 5.9rpg and 1.6apg.
He has been also a member of Lithuanian international program for some years. Giedraitis has regularly played for Lithuanian senior team since 2015 and previously for U22 National Team back in 2015.
He represented Lithuania at the World University Games in Gwangju (South Korea) eight years ago. His stats at that event were 8 games: 13.9ppg, 2.4rpg, 1.8spg, FGP: 56.3%, 3PT: 40.4%, FT: 66.7%.
Giedraitis has played also professionally in Germany (ALBA Berlin), Italy and Lithuania (Rytas, Siauliai and ABRO-Universitetas Siauliai). He won Baltic League championship title in 2014, 2015 and 2016. Giedraitis was selected to Eurobasket.com Lithuanian LKL All-Domestic Players Team back in 2015 and 2018.

KK Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Beograd roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Milos Teodosic
Adam Hanga
Nemanja Nedovic
Rokas Giedraitis

Forwards:
Dejan Davidovac
Dalibor Ilic

Centers:
Luka Mitrovic
Joel Bolomboy
Mike Tobey
Marko Simonovic

Coach: Dusko Ivanovic

Nunnally re-signs at Partizan - by Igor Obradovic

KK Partizan Mozzart Bet Beograd (KLS) confirmed in their roster 33-year old American ex-international forward James Nunnally (201cm-93kg-1990, college: UCSB) for new 2023-24 season. Nunnally played there last season. In 36 ABA League games he had 9.7ppg, 2.0rpg and 1.7apg. He also played 37 games in Euroleague where he recorded 9.2ppg, 2.1rpg and 1.8apg. Nunnally helped them to make it to the quarterfinals.
He won Adriatic League championship title in 2023.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Maccabi Tel Aviv in Israeli Winner League. In 22 games he averaged 10.5ppg, 3.3rpg and 2.5apg in that year. He contributed to his team winning the Cup and make to league semifinals. He also played 32 games in Euroleague where he got 13.8ppg, 3.9rpg and 2.6apg in that year. A very impressive season as he was named to Eurobasket.com All-Euroleague Honorable Mention, All-Imports Team and League Player of the Week.
In 2012 he was drafted by Bakersfield Jam (D-League) in second round (27th overall).
The former University of California Santa Barbara star is in his twelfth (!!!) season in pro basketball.
Nunnally has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2016. He was a member of USA Senior National Team two years ago.
Nunnally is quite experienced player. His career allowed him to visit four different continents, while he played in nine different countries. He tasted the life as pro basketball player in Europe, Asia, Latin America and of course North America. Nunnally has played previously professionally in China (Sharks), Greece (Kavalas), Italy (Milano and Avellino), Puerto Rico (Cangrejeros), Spain (Estudiantes), Turkey (Fenerbahce), NBA (New Orleans Pelicans, Atlanta Hawks, Houston Rockets, Phoenix Suns and Philadelphia 76ers), Israel (Maccabi Ashdod/Be'er Tuvia) and NBA G League (Texas Legends and NAZ Suns).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was also voted Eurobasket.com All-Italian Serie A Player of the Year and was selected to Eurobasket.com Italian Serie A All-Imports Team back in 2016. He won Adriatic League championship title in 2023.

KK Partizan Mozzart Bet Beograd roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Aleksa Avramovic
Ognjen Jaramaz
Kevin Punter

Forwards:
James Nunnally
Mateusz Ponitka

Center:
Zach LeDay

Coach: Zeljko Obradovic

Huge transfer: Crvena Zvezda lands Shabazz Napier on two-year contract! - by Igor Obradovic

Defending champion KK Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Beograd (KLS) tabbed 32-year old Puerto Rican-American ex-international 185cm point guard Shabazz Napier (college: UConn) for new season. Napier played most recently at AX Armani Exchange Milano in Italian Serie A. He managed to play in three leagues in two countries last year (!!!). In 26 Serie A games he averaged 13.8ppg, 2.8rpg, 4.0apg and 1.3spg. Napier helped them to win the league title. He can count that season as a very successful as was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Italian SerieA Second Team. Napier also played 12 games in Euroleague where he had 15.0ppg, 1.8rpg, 3.9apg and 1.1spg. The other team he played that season for was Capitanes in U.S. NBA-G-League. In 19 games he recorded very impressive stats: 17.3ppg, 2.6rpg, 4.6apg and 1.7spg.
In 2014 he was drafted by Charlotte Bobcats (NBA) in first round (24th overall). The former University of Connecticut star is in his tenth season in pro basketball. He was a member of Puerto Rican Senior National Team between 2013 and 2021.
Napier has played also professionally in Russia (Zenit), NBA (Miami Heat, Portland Trail Blazers, Brooklyn Nets, Orlando Magic and Washington Wizards) and NBA G League (Sioux Falls Skyforce). he selected toUSBWA All-District I Player of the Year back in 2013 and 2014.

KK Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Beograd roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Milos Teodosic
Nemanja Nedovic
Shabazz Napier

Forwards:
Dejan Davidovac
Dalibor Ilic
Adam Hanga
Rokas Giedraitis

Centers:
Luka Mitrovic
Joel Bolomboy
Mike Tobey
Marko Simonovic

Coach: Dusko Ivanovic

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EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS U20

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Almar ATLASON

ISL
(203-F-2004)
Avg: 18.8

18.8

18.5

18.0

17.8

17.5

Israel and France compete for Division A Gold medal - by Igor Obradovic

SEMIFINALS

Belgium - Israel 46-67
In the Semifinals matchup between Belgium and Israel, Israel emerged victorious with a final score of 67-46. Israel continued their dominant performance in the tournament, securing a medal and advancing to the final where they will face France. Daniel Wolf (213-F-2004) had another outstanding game with 17 points, 18 rebounds, and 3 assists, earning him the MVP award for the game. Noam Yaacov (186-PG-2004, agency: 2Talent Sports Management) contributed 11 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists for Israel. Xander Pintelon (208-PF-2003) scored 11 points and recorded 6 rebounds, while Matteo Verstraete (185-PG-2003) added 5 points and 6 rebounds for Belgium.

Greece - France 51-98
In the other Semifinals matchup between Greece and France, France demonstrated their dominance with an impressive 98-51 victory. Ugo Doumbia (190-G-2003) led France's scoring with 8 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists, and 3 steals, while Maxime Raynaud (216-C-2003) contributed 15 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, and 3 steals. Kenny Kasiama (206-F-2003) added 13 points and 3 rebounds. Sotirios Oikonomopoulos (192-G-2003) scored 13 points and recorded 3 assists, and Vangelis Zougris (202-C/F-2004) had a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds for Greece. With these results, France will face Israel in the final, while Greece will compete against Belgium for the bronze medal.

North Macedonia will face Czech Republic in Division B Gold medal game - by Igor Obradovic

SEMIFINALS

North Macedonia - Ukraine 66-53
In the U20 Division B Semifinals, North Macedonia continued their strong performance at home by defeating Ukraine with a final score of 66-53. North Macedonia's Rezart Memed (191-SG-2003) led the scoring with 24 points, while Amar Hot (203-F-2003, agency: BIG) contributed a double-double with 12 points, 11 rebounds, and 4 assists. Teodor Simikj (215-C-2004) added 8 points and 11 rebounds. For Ukraine, Oleksandr Kobzystyi (200-SG-2003) scored 16 points and grabbed 9 rebounds, and Bohdan Bryniuk (201-F-2003, agency: BIG) added 14 points and 7 rebounds. North Macedonia's victory secures their spot in the finals of the U20 Division B, where they will face either the Czech Republic. Ukraine will compete against the Sweden for the third-place position.

Czech Republic - Sweden 94-74
In the other Semifinal matchup, the Czech Republic dominated Sweden with a final score of 94-74. Ondrej Svec (196-F-2003) led the Czech Republic's scoring with 21 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists, and 2 steals, while Martin Kheil (195-F-2003, agency: Octagon Europe) contributed 20 points and 5 rebounds. Matej Safarik (188-G-2003) added 10 points and 8 rebounds. Felix Brostrom (203-F-2003) scored 15 points and William Kermoury (192-G-2004) had 11 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists for Sweden. With these results, the Czech Republic will face North Macedonia in the final, while Ukraine will compete against Sweden for the bronze medal.

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GEORGIA

Venezia sign a second foreign player - by Dimitri Chelidze

Umana Reyer Venezia (Serie A) tabbed 28-year-old former Georgian-Italian international 201cm forward Giga Janelidze, agency: Interperformances for the new season. Janelidze is the second foreign player on the roster as Brazilian Bruno Caboclo signed here earlier.

He played most recently at Mantova (Serie A2). In 35 games he averaged 4.7ppg and 2.4rpg last season.

In the previous (2021-22) season he played at Agribertocchi Orzinuovi (also in Serie A2) where in 29 games he had 4.8ppg and 4.7rpg in that year.

He has played previously for seven other teams: Trieste, Rimini Crabs, Verona, Jesi, Avellino, Napoli, and Jesi.

Janelidze won the Italian Serie A2 championship title in 2018.

Umana Reyer Venezia roster for 2023-24:

Guards:

Forwards:

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GERMANY

Bamberg sign a second foreign player, ex Niagara - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

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GREECE

AEK Athens add McRae to their roster, ex H.Tel-Aviv - by Chris Mammides

AEK Athens (GBL) added to their roster 32-year old American swingman Jordan McRae (197cm-84kg-1991, college: Tennessee) for new 2023-24 season. McRae played last season at H.Tel-Aviv in Israeli Winner League. In 28 games he recorded very impressive stats: 16.0ppg, 2.8rpg and 2.8apg. He helped them to make it to both league and Cup finals. Good season as he was named League Player of the Week and voted to Eurobasket.com All-Israeli League Second Team. McRae also played 19 games in Eurocup where he averaged remarkable 15.3ppg, 2.9rpg, 2.4apg and 1.3spg. He contributed to his team making it to the quarterfinals.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Metropolitans in French Betclic ELITE ProA. In 19 games he had 14.2ppg, 2.4rpg and 2.2apg in that year. McRae also played 12 games in Eurocup where he got 13.1ppg, 1.3rpg, 3.1apg and 1.3spg in that year.
In 2014 he was drafted by San Antonio Spurs (NBA) in second round (58th overall). He graduated from University of Tennessee and it will be his tenth season in pro basketball.
McRae is quite experienced player. His career allowed him to visit four different continents, while he played in five different countries. He tasted the life as pro basketball player in Europe, Asia, Australia and of course North America. McRae has played previously professionally in Australia (United), China (Ducks), Spain (Baskonia), NBA (Cleveland Cavaliers, Denver Nuggets, Detroit Pistons, Phoenix Suns and Philadelphia 76ers) and NBA G League (Cleveland Charge and Delaware Blue Coats).
He was selected to D-League All-Star Game back in 2016.

AEK Athens roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Dimitris Flionis
Zois Karabelas

Forwards:
Ioannis Kouzeloglou
Jordan McRae
Omer Netzipoglou

Center:
Emmanouil Chatzidakis

Coach: Joan Plaza

Olympiacos add Tanoulis to their roster - by Chris Mammides

Defending champion Olympiacos S.F.P. Piraeus (GBL) added to their roster 20-year old international center Georgios Tanoulis (210cm-2002) for new 2023-24 season. Tanoulis has played for the last three years at Promitheas in the GBL. In 14 games he recorded 3.8ppg and 2.3rpg last season. He helped them to make it to the Supercup semifinals. Tanoulis also played 12 games in Eurocup where he averaged 4.3ppg and 1.4rpg. He contributed to his team making it to the quarterfinals.
Tanoulis represented Greece at the FIBA U20 European Championship in Podgorica (Montenegro) last year. His stats at that event were 7 games: 15.4ppg, 6.7rpg, 2.3apg, 1.4spg, FGP: 65.0%, 3PT: 20.0%, FT: 69.2%.
He has played previously for two other teams: PAOK Mateco Thessaloniki and PAOK Thesasloniki U18 team. Tanoulis' team made it to the League Semifinals in 2021 and 2022.
Despite young age he had impressive career. Tanoulis was voted to Eurobasket.com All-FIBA U20 European Championship Honorable Mention in 2022.

Olympiacos S.F.P. Piraeus roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Isaiah Canaan
Giannoulis Larentzakis
Thomas Walkup
Nigel Williams-Goss
Michalis Lountzis
George Papas

Forwards:
Kostas Papanikolaou
Luke Sikma
Shaquielle McKissic
Alec Peters
Veniamin Abosi

Centers:
Nikola Milutinov
Moustapha Fall
Panagiotis Tsamis
Georgios Tanoulis

Coach: Georgios Bartzokas

Donovan Johnson joins Panionios - by Chris Mammides

Papagiannis is back at Maroussi - by Chris Mammides

Maroussi B.C. (Elite League) agreed terms with 21-year old forward Minas Papagiannis (200cm-2002) for new 2023-24 season. It is actually his comeback to Athens as he has played here before. Papagiannis played last season at Megaridas in the Elite League. In 27 games he had 5.8ppg and 6.6rpg.
He has played previously for two other teams: GS Dafni Dafniou and Panathinaikos.
Papagiannis helped his team to make it to the A2 Play-Off Final in 2021.

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ICELAND

KR Reykjavik inks Troy Cracknell, ex Reading R. - by Dimitri Chelidze

KR Reykjavik (Subway League) agreed on terms with American guard Troy Cracknell (193cm-91kg, college: Augusta, agency: Interperformances) for the new 2023-24 season. Cracknell played last season at Reading Rockets in British NBL D1. In 27 games he had very impressive stats: 20.4ppg, 8.3rpg, 2.4apg, and 1.4spg. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. Good season as he was named League Player of the Week (2 times) and named to Eurobasket.com All-British NBL Division One Second Team.

Cracknell graduated from Augusta University in 2022 and it is his second season as a professional player. His team won PeachBelt Tournament in 2019 and 2022.

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INDIA

Where can I bet on Jokic or any upcoming NBA matches if I live in India? - by Eurobasket

Jokic's Magic: NBA 22/23 Season Unforgettable Moments

Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets had the most impressive NBA season of his career in 2023, which culminated in him not only winning the NBA Championship finals but also the NBA Finals Most Valuable Player (MVP) award.
Here is a closer look at Jokic's career highlights, which saw him average 24.5 points per game in 69 games, along with an average of 9.8 assists and 11.8 rebounds, which is quite impressive.

Who is Nikola Jokic?

Nikola Jokic is a 28-year-old Serbian men's professional basketball player who currently plays in the centre position for NBA side the Denver Nuggets as the number 15.
The 6ft 11 in star was born on February 19th, 1995, in Sombor, Serbia (the former Yugoslavia). His senior career as a professional basketballer kicked off in 2012, and he made it to the NBA in 2014 after being picked 41st overall in the 2nd round of the NBA draft that year.
From 2012 to 2015, he played with Mega Basket (a professional basketball club in Belgrade, Serbia). His first game for the Denver Nuggets came in the summer of 2015, where he averaged 8.0 points and 6.2 rebounds in five games.
By the time his first NBA season had ended, he had already made it onto several people's radars. Finishing third in the voting for the NBA Rookie of the Year award and achieving NBA All-Rookie First Team honors.

Career highlights so far

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ABA League Top Prospect - 2015
ABA League MVP - 2015
Serbian Player of the Year X3 - 2018, 2021, and 2022
NBA All-Rookie First Team - 2016
NBA Most Valuable Player X2 - 2021 and 2022
NBA All-Star X5 - 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023
All-NBA Second Team X2 - 2020 and 2023
NBA Western Conference Finals MVP - 2023
NBA Finals MVP - 2023
NBA Champion - 2023
Jokic has also won several major medals while playing for his country. At the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, he helped the team win the Silver Medal. He also won silver in 2013 while representing his country at the U19 level.

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INDONESIA

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Brandone FRANCIS

Prawira
(194-SF-1994)
Avg: 24.5

24.5

24.1

21.0

20.4

19.9

IBL Round 2 of Semifinals. Prawira and Pelita Jaya advance to the Finals - by Eurobasket News

Prawira - Dewa United 88-80

Dominican Brandone Francis (194-1994, college: Texas Tech) scored 24 points and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American center Jarred Shaw (211-1990, college: Utah St.) chipped in 18 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Prawira players scored in double figures. The former international forward Kaleb Gemilang (184-1991) responded with 21 points and 8 rebounds and American Anthony Johnson (203-1988, college: Fairfield) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Dewa United: K.Gemilang 21+8reb+2ast, C.Yeison 17+5reb+3ast, A.Johnson 13+12reb+1ast, R.Azzaryan Pradhitya 6+2reb+1ast, S.Dio 6+3reb+1ast, X.Prawiro 5+3reb+2ast
Prawira: B.Francis 24+4reb+4ast, J.Shaw 18+7reb+1ast, G.Muhammad 12+1reb+5ast, Y.Saputera 11+6reb+4ast, M.Guntara 9+8reb+1ast, H.Abraham 7+6reb+3ast

Satria Muda - Pelita Jaya 84-87

Pelita Jaya made 19-of-24 charity shots (79.2 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Satria Muda turnovers. International Muhamad Noor (180-1999) notched 19 points to lead the effort and the former international guard Agassi Goantara (187-1999) supported him with 18 points (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Even a double-double of 18 points and 12 rebounds by American forward Elijah Foster (197-1996, college: Nevada) did not help to save the game for Satria Muda. The former international Arki Wisnu (187-1988) added 25 points for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game.
Top scorers:
Satria Muda: A.Wisnu 25+2ast, E.Foster 18+12reb, W.Teja 17+7reb+3ast, E.Antoni 7+4reb+2ast, R.Jackson 5+4reb+1ast, J.Kokodiputra 5+6reb+3ast
Pelita Jaya: M.Noor 19+4reb+3ast, G.Agassi 18+4reb+2ast, D.Sutton 11+9reb+2ast, A.Dhyaksa 9+2reb+4ast, D.Wiggins 9+2reb+5ast, Y.Hendrick 9+2reb

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ISRAEL

AEK Athens add McRae to their roster, ex H.Tel-Aviv - by Chris Mammides

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ITALY

Venezia sign a second foreign player - by Dimitri Chelidze

He played most recently at Mantova (Serie A2). In 35 games he averaged 4.7ppg and 2.4rpg last season.

In the previous (2021-22) season he played at Agribertocchi Orzinuovi (also in Serie A2) where in 29 games he had 4.8ppg and 4.7rpg in that year.

He has played previously for seven other teams: Trieste, Rimini Crabs, Verona, Jesi, Avellino, Napoli, and Jesi.

Janelidze won the Italian Serie A2 championship title in 2018.

Umana Reyer Venezia roster for 2023-24:

Guards:

Forwards:

Ky Bowman agreed terms with Treviso - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Nutribullet Treviso Basket (Serie A) strengthened their roster with addition of 25-year old American 185cm guard Ky Bowman (college: Boston) for season 2023-24. Bowman played most recently at Happy Casa Brindisi in the Serie A. In 33 games he recorded 11.8ppg, 3.9rpg, 2.7apg and 1.7spg last season. He also played 6 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he averaged 9.8ppg, 2.2rpg, 2.0apg and 1.5spg.
The previous (2022) summer he played at the Spurs in NBA. In three games he had 8.3ppg, 2.0rpg, 1.0apg and 1.0spg in 2022 year.
Bowman has played previously for five other NBA teams: GS Warriors, LA Clippers, Santa Cruz Warriors, Austin Spurs and Ontario Clippers.
He was voted to All-ACC Honorable Mention back in 2018.
Bowman graduated from Boston in 2019 and it will be his fifth season in pro basketball.

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JAMAICA

Opole lands Kareem Reid - by Eurobasket Center

Weegree AZS Politechnika Opolska (1Liga) tabbed 23-year old American (has also Jamaican passport) 206cm forward Kareem Reid (college: Gardner-Webb) for new season. Reid played this summer at ESL Camp in Eurobasket Summer League in New York City, which helped him to get the job in pro basketball
Reid graduated from Gardner-Webb University in 2023 and it is his first season as a pro. His team made it to the Big South Conference Tournament Semifinals in 2020 and 2022. He was voted to All-Big South Conf. Honorable Mention in 2023.

Weegree AZS Politechnika Opolska roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Jakub Kobel
Michal Lis
Marcin Kowalczyk

Forwards:
Adam Kaczmarzyk
Dominik Rutkowski
Kareem Reid

Center:
Kamil Bialachowski

Coach: Robert Skibniewski

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LITHUANIA

Rokas Giedraitis (ex Baskonia) signs at Crvena Zvezda - by Igor Obradovic

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NEW ZEALAND

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Jeremy KENDLE

Sharks
(186-G-1988)
Avg: 24.6

24.6

23.1

22.1

21.8

21.1

NBL Round 15: #1 Tuatara is defeated by Saints - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in NBL just ended. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Tuatara (13-4) in Auckland on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by fifth ranked Saints (8-9) 102-93. It ended at the same time the ten-game winning streak of Tuatara. Saints made 24-of-29 free shots (82.8 percent) during the game. They also forced 23 Tuatara turnovers. It was a great evening for Australian guard Kyle Adnam (186-1993) who led his team to a victory scoring 24 points and 4 assists. The former international guard Izayah Mauriohooho-Leafa (188-1996, college: Sacramento St.) helped adding 16 points and 6 assists. The best for the losing side was Australian swingman Cameron Gliddon (197-1989, college: CUI) with 15 points and 9 rebounds. Tuatara's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Saints maintains fifth place with 8-9 record. Tuatara at the other side still keeps top position with four games lost.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Bulls (12-6) against fourth ranked Rams (12-6) on Friday night. Visiting Bulls were defeated by Rams in Christchurch 103-89. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Tevin Brown (196-1998, college: Murray St.) who led the winners and scored 25 points and 5 rebounds. Maxwell Darling accounted for 22 points. Rams' coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international forward Daniel Fotu (203-1999, college: SMC) came up with 22 points and 5 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for Bulls in the defeat. Rams have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with defeated Bulls.
Very important is a home loss of second ranked Nuggets (12-5) against eighth ranked Airs (6-11) on Saturday night. Host Nuggets were defeated by Airs in a tough game in Dunedin 95-100. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Nuggets. The best player for the winners was Kendrick Ray who scored 29 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Samuel Timmins who recorded a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field). Nuggets' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total twelve players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Airs moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Giants. Defending champion Nuggets keep the second position with five games lost.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 15: Giants were destroyed by Airs on the opponent's court 108-82. Hawks outscored Jets in a home game 106-81. Bottom-ranked Sharks rolled over Giants on the road 99-75.

Airs - Giants 108-82

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in New Plymouth where 7th ranked Giants (6-11) were crushed by eighth ranked Airs (6-11) 108-82 on Thursday. Airs dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Giants' 38. Airs had a 35-23 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international power forward Anzac Rissetto (208-2001, college: Charlotte) who scored 30 points (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). American guard Kendrick Ray (188-1994, college: KSU) chipped in 16 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. Coach 's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play all 12 players and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was center Callum McRae (216-1999, college: Sacramento St.) who recorded a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international guard Alexander McNaught (185-2002) added 22 points respectively. Five Airs and four Giants players scored in double figures. Airs moved-up to seventh place, which they share with defeated Giants.
Top scorers:
Giants: M.Alexander 22+1reb+3ast, C.McRae 17+10reb+5ast, T.Ingham 16+3reb+2ast, N.Trathen 14+6reb, S.Dempster 8+7reb+4ast, J.Hayden 2+3reb+1ast
Airs: A.Rissetto 30+4reb, R.Rodger 17+6reb+2ast, K.Ray 16+5reb+8ast, A.Fletcher 16+4reb+1ast, A.Hilliard 14+7reb+6ast, Q.Bailey 8+3reb+6ast

Rams - Bulls 103-89

Very important is a road loss of third ranked Bulls (12-6) against fourth ranked Rams (12-6) on Friday night. Visiting Bulls were defeated by Rams in Christchurch 103-89. Rams forced 19 Bulls turnovers. Bulls were plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Tevin Brown (196-1998, college: Murray St.) who led the winners and scored 25 points and 5 rebounds. The former international forward Maxwell Darling (196-2000, agency: Octagon Europe) accounted for 22 points for the winning side. Rams' coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international forward Daniel Fotu (203-1999, college: SMC) came up with 22 points and 5 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) and the former international forward Isaac Davidson (198-1997, college: Sonoma St.) added 19 points respectively for Bulls in the defeat. Five Rams and four Bulls players scored in double figures. Rams have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with defeated Bulls.
Top scorers:
Bulls: D.Fotu 22+5reb+2ast, I.Davidson 19+4reb+2ast, J.Brantley 13+5reb+1ast, R.McGill 12+4reb+9ast, J.Wilson-Frame 9+4reb+5ast, M.Freeman 7+2reb+3ast
Rams: T.Brown 25+5reb+1ast, M.Darling 22+3reb+1ast, T.Baxter Jr. 22+2reb+1ast, T.Britt 12+3reb+4ast, G.Smith 10+7reb+1ast, B.Walter 6+5reb+5ast

Nuggets - Airs 95-100

Very important is a home loss of second ranked Nuggets (12-5) against eighth ranked Airs (6-11) on Saturday night. Host Nuggets were defeated by Airs in a tough game in Dunedin 95-100. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Nuggets. Airs made 21-of-24 free shots (87.5 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American guard Kendrick Ray (188-1994, college: KSU) who scored 29 points and 6 rebounds. His fellow American import swingman Anthony Hilliard (195-1986, college: ECSU) chipped in 16 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international power forward Samuel Timmins (211-1997, college: Washington) who recorded a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field) and Australian guard Michael Harris (193-1999) added 18 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals respectively. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Nuggets' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total twelve players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Airs moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Giants. Defending champion Nuggets keep the second position with five games lost.
Top scorers:
Nuggets: S.Timmins 23+12reb, T.Withers 20+7reb+1ast, M.Harris 18+9reb+5ast, T.Webster 16+7reb+5ast, N.McCullough 13+5reb+5ast, A.Jack 4+5reb
Airs: K.Ray 29+6reb+2ast, A.Hilliard 16+9reb+4ast, R.Rodger 16+7reb+2ast, A.Fletcher 11+3reb+2ast, D.Carlin 11+8reb+1ast, Q.Bailey 10+7reb+1ast

Hawks - Jets 106-81

Rather predictable result in Tamatea where seventh ranked Hawks (7-10) smashed 9th ranked Jets (5-12) 106-81 on Saturday. Hawks made 19-of-21 free shots (90.5 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 17 long-distance shots on high 56.7 percentage. Hawks looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international forward Jordan Ngatai (196-1993, college: BYU-Hawaii) who scored 47 points (!!!) and 4 assists (went 11 for 11 at the free throw line !!!). The former international forward Hyrum Harris (198-1996, college: Umpqua CC) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Hawks players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Danny Pippen (206-1997, college: Kent St.) who recorded 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and the other American import guard Javion Blake (191-1997, college: Washburn, agency: Haylett Sports) added 24 points and 5 assists respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Hawks moved-up to sixth place. Jets lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Sharks.
Top scorers:
Jets: J.Blake 24+2reb+5ast, D.Pippen 22+6reb+5ast, J.Liam 11, M.Heron 9+6reb+3ast, S.Campbell 5+4reb+1ast, M.Jones 3+2reb+1ast
Hawks: J.Ngatai 47+3reb+4ast, D.Raukawa 17+4reb+1ast, H.Harris 12+10reb+4ast, I.Lee 10+6reb+4ast, B.McBride 10+3reb+1ast, J.Hunt 6+5reb+4ast

Giants - Sharks 75-99

There was a minor upset in Stoke where 7th ranked Giants (6-11) were rolled over by tenth ranked Sharks (5-12) 99-75 on Sunday. Sharks looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Josh Cunningham (203-1996, college: Dayton) who scored 34 points (!!!) and 6 steals. His fellow American import guard Jeremy Kendle (186-1988, college: Bellarmine) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 assists. Four Sharks players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was center Callum McRae (216-1999, college: Sacramento St.) who recorded 27 points and 7 rebounds and forward Samuel Dempster (194-1990) added 10 points and 12 rebounds respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sharks moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Jets. Loser Giants keep the seventh position with 11 games lost. They share it with Airs.
Top scorers:
Giants: C.McRae 27+7reb+1ast, M.Alexander 11+2reb+6ast, S.Dempster 10+12reb+2ast, T.Marsh 5+3reb+2ast, N.Trathen 5+4reb, R.Bensemann 5+1ast
Sharks: J.Cunningham 34+4reb+2ast, J.Kendle 19+4reb+11ast, B.Inger 14+6reb+2ast, G.Anticevich 13+9reb+2ast, H.Sione 8+1reb+1ast, A.Pledger 4+3reb+2ast

Tuatara - Saints 93-102

The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Tuatara (13-4) in Auckland on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by fifth ranked Saints (8-9) 102-93. It ended at the same time the ten-game winning streak of Tuatara. Saints made 24-of-29 free shots (82.8 percent) during the game. They also forced 23 Tuatara turnovers. It was a great evening for Australian guard Kyle Adnam (186-1993) who led his team to a victory scoring 24 points and 4 assists. The former international guard Izayah Mauriohooho-Leafa (188-1996, college: Sacramento St.) helped adding 16 points and 6 assists. The best for the losing side was Australian swingman Cameron Gliddon (197-1989, college: CUI) with 15 points and 9 rebounds and the former international power forward Robert Loe (211-1991, college: St.Louis) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Tuatara's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Saints maintains fifth place with 8-9 record. Tuatara at the other side still keeps top position with four games lost.
Top scorers:
Tuatara: R.Te Rangi 18+2reb+4ast, C.Gliddon 15+9reb+2ast, J.Weeks 14+2reb+4ast, K.Perrott-Hunt 13+1reb+2ast, J.Lawson 13+5reb, R.Loe 12+11reb+1ast
Saints: K.Adnam 24+2reb+4ast, E.Thomas 17+6reb, I.Mauriohooho-Le'afa 16+1reb+6ast, I.Mucius 15+6reb+1ast, T.Smith-Milner 10+6reb+2ast, T.Vodanovich 9+6reb+2ast

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NORTH MACEDONIA

Powell starts his pro career at Gostivar - by Darko Najdovski

KK Gostivar (Prva Liga) added to their roster American guard Eric Powell (190cm-91kg) for new 2023-24 season. Powell just graduated from McKendree (NCAA2). In 32 games he had 12.5ppg, 2.1rpg and 1.2apg last season. He helped them to win GLVC Tournament and they also made it to the NCAA Division II Sweet 16.
Powell started his college career at Asbury University (NCAA3) where he played four seasons. Then he moved to McKendree University (NCAA2). His high school career he had spent at Lafayette in Lexington, KY.
As mentioned above he is just out of college, so it will be his first season as a professional player.

KK Gostivar roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Vojce Levkoski
Eric Powell

Forwards:
Gabriel Koskoski
Toma Stojanoski

Center:
Chris Osten

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POLAND

MKS adds Dawid Slupinsk to their roster - by Eurobasket Center

MKS Dabrowa Gornicza (EBL) added to their roster 31-year old center Dawid Slupinski (206cm-1992) for new 2023-24 season. Slupinski played last season at Anwil (EBL). In 18 FIBA Europe Cup games he recorded just 2.7ppg and 1.7rpg. He helped them to win the cup. Slupinski also played 34 games in EBL where he averaged 3.4ppg and 2.1rpg. He contributed to his team making it to the Polish Cup Semifinals.

MKS Dabrowa Gornicza roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Dominik Wilczek
Lovell Cabbil
Santiago Konaszuk

Forward:
Nicolas Carvacho

Center:
Dawid Slupinski

Coach: Boris Balibrea

Opole lands Kareem Reid - by Eurobasket Center

Master of assists signed in Poland for Przemysl - by Igor Obradovic

1Liga newcomer Niedzwiadki Chemart Przemysl inked experienced 35-year old Serbian 190cm point guard Edi Sinadinovic for upcoming season. Sinadinovic played most recently at Ereliai Mazeikiai in Lithuanian NKL league. In 24 games he averaged 7.3ppg, 2.0rpg and 4.8apg last season. He was one of the best player in the team and helped them to make it to the Lithuanian NKL final and gained promotion for new season.

Sinadinovic is holindg most assist record in one game in three countries: 19 in Czech Republic and 18 in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Estonia.
Sinadinovic is a very experienced player. He has played also professionally in Bulgaria (CSKA Sofia), Croatia, Estonia (Tallinna Kalev and Valga-Valka), Greece (PAOK Mateco Thessaloniki and AEK/Argous), Romania (Targu Mures and Pitesti), Serbia (Partizan and Zdravlje), North Macedonia (MZT Skopje and Kumanovo), Latvia (Liepaja), Bosnia (Capljina and HKK Zrinjski HT Mostar) and Czech Republic (Brno).
Among many awards his team won Macedonian Supercup in 2016. Sinadinovic was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Bosnia and Herzegovina League Honorable Mention back in 2016.

Niedzwiadki Chemart Przemysl roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Edi Sinadinovic
Kacper Majka
Michal Chrabota
Rafal Serwanski

Forwards:
Lukasz Uberna
Szymon Janczak
Maciej Puchalski

Centers:
Michal Marek
Sebastian Rompa

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PUERTO RICO

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Brandon KNIGHT

Quebradillas
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Avg: 23.3

23.3

22.4

22.2

21.7

21.2

BSN Round 6 of Semi-Finals. Carolina forced Game 7 - by Eurobasket News

Carolina - Guaynabo 93-90

Gigantes dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Mets' 32. It was a good game for American Mike Scott (203-1988, college: Virginia) who led his team to a victory with 21 points and 8 rebounds. Guard Ismael Cruz (190-2001, college: Indian Hills) contributed with 22 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. The former international point guard Gary Browne (185-1993, college: WVU) replied with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and Australian swingman Mitch Creek (196-1992) added 22 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Mets. Five Gigantes and four Mets players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Carolina: I.Cruz 22+6reb+2ast, M.Scott 21+8reb+1ast, T.Waters 16+3reb+7ast, A.Franklin 12+10reb+3ast, G.Conditt IV 10+5reb+2ast, R.March 8+2reb+1ast
Guaynabo: G.Browne 23+6reb+5ast, M.Creek 22+5reb, E.Crawford 13+8reb+4ast, J.Paige 12+2reb+6ast, O.Branch 11+4reb+2ast, R.Balkman 7+12reb+1ast

Cousins ruled out of game seven - by Luis Modestti

DeMarcus Cousins (211-C/F-1990, college: Kentucky) was ruled out of game seven between Guaynabo and Carolina after suffering a groin tear at the start of game six.

His recovery time is expected to take over a week. Game seven is tonight in Guaynabo.

Cousins averaged 15.5 points and 8.7 rebounds during the semifinals for Guaynabo. His replacement will be Tim Soares who is still with the team and averaged 16.3 points with 7.8 rebounds in 18 games.

In this semifinal each team has been able to defend their home court. Guaynabo won their home games 109-81, 89-84 and 92-77.

The winner faces Bayamon in the finals starting on Tuesday.

Huge transfer: Crvena Zvezda lands Shabazz Napier on two-year contract! - by Igor Obradovic

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ROMANIA

Aalst signs Trevor Blondin - by Peter Buyse

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SERBIA

Rokas Giedraitis (ex Baskonia) signs at Crvena Zvezda - by Igor Obradovic

SPD Radnicki Kragujevac signs Uros Nikolic - by Igor Obradovic

SPD Radnicki Kragujevac (KLS) signed experienced 36-year old Serbian center Uros Nikolic (204cm-1987) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Nikolic played last season at Fribourg Olympic in Swiss SBL league. He managed to play in three leagues last year. The team played in three different competitions (!!!) that year, and he was exposed to basketball on different levels. In two FIBA Europe Cup games he had 4.5ppg, 1.5rpg and 1.0apg. Nikolic also played 9 games in SBL where he recorded 6.6ppg, 5.4rpg and 1.3apg. He helped them to win the league title despite they ended the regular season at the second place. And finally he recorded 1 game in Basketball Champions League where he averaged 10 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at SAM Basket Massagno (SBL) in Switzerland. In 33 games he got 13.5ppg, 7.3rpg (#4 in the league) and 1.8apg in that year. Nikolic contributed to his team making it to the cup final and to the league semifinals. 2021-22 was a great season as he was voted Eurobasket.com All-Swiss SBL Center of the Year and League Player of the Week (4 times).
He was a member of Serbian U20 National Team back in 2007.
Nikolic is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Belgium (Belfius Mons Hainaut), Bosnia (Igokea), Poland (PGE Turow and Wilki Morskie), Slovenia (Krka), North Macedonia (MZT Skopje), Switzerland (Lugano, Monthey and Vevey Riviera) and Serbia (Crvena Zvezda, Vrsac, BC Mega MIS Beograd and KK Radnicki 1950 Kragujevac).
Nikolic is close to retirement age as a player. It's very possible he may end his playing career at SPD Radnicki Kragujevac.

Nunnally re-signs at Partizan - by Igor Obradovic

Huge transfer: Crvena Zvezda lands Shabazz Napier on two-year contract! - by Igor Obradovic

Master of assists signed in Poland for Przemysl - by Igor Obradovic

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SLOVENIA

Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana welcomes back Blazic - by Igor Obradovic

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SOUTH AFRICA

BNL Round 9: Tigers defeat Pride in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News

There will be only one (last) round of the Regular Season in BNL. Coincidentally all hosts won their games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

An interesting game for Tigers (4-0) which hosted in Cape Town 4th placed Pride (2-3). Leader Tigers had an easy win 97-51. Tigers forced 31 Pride turnovers and outrebounded them 48-36 including 36 on the defensive glass. It was a good game for American guard Akeem Springs (193-1994, college: Minnesota) who led his team to a victory with 29 points, 5 assists and 5 steals. His fellow American import forward Sita Conteh (203-1998, college: Coppin St.) contributed with 21 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. DR Congolese power forward Damien Kasongo (200-1997) answered with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds for Pride. Tigers have a solid series of four victories in a row. Newly promoted Tigers maintains first place with 4-0 record. Pride lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with three games lost. Tigers are looking forward to face Warriors (#5) in Bloemfontein in the next round. Pride will have a break next round.
An interesting game for Marlins (2-1) which hosted in Kwazulu 4th placed Windbreakers (0-3). First ranked Marlins had an easy win 105-59. Swingman Sifiso Gininda (186-1998) stepped up and scored 18 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) for the winners and Sibusiso Cele chipped in 14 points, 6 assists and 5 steals. The best for the losing side was power forward Julian Wright (196-1990) with 25 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Despite that victory Marlins went down to third position due to points difference. Windbreakers at the other side still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with NC Zebras. Marlins will play against Eagles (#4) in Potchefstroom in the next round. Windbreakers will play at home against Zebras and hope to get finally their first victory.

Cape Town T. - L.Pride 97-51

An interesting game for Tigers (4-0) which hosted in Cape Town 4th placed Pride (2-3). Leader Tigers had an easy win 97-51. Tigers forced 31 Pride turnovers and outrebounded them 48-36 including 36 on the defensive glass. It was a good game for American guard Akeem Springs (193-1994, college: Minnesota) who led his team to a victory with 29 points, 5 assists and 5 steals. His fellow American import forward Sita Conteh (203-1998, college: Coppin St.) contributed with 21 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Four Tigers players scored in double figures. DR Congolese power forward Damien Kasongo (200-1997) answered with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds and Liam Paiva added 11 points in the effort for Pride. Tigers have a solid series of four victories in a row. Newly promoted Tigers maintains first place with 4-0 record. Pride lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with three games lost. Tigers are looking forward to face Warriors (#5) in Bloemfontein in the next round. Pride will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Cape Town T.: A.Springs 29+4reb+5ast, S.Conteh 21+6reb+3ast, S.Nkosinathi 15+14reb+1ast, D.Whitbread 15+7reb+1ast, P.Prinsloo 9+12reb, L.Selepe 6+5reb+4ast
L.Pride: K.Damien 18+12reb, P.Liam 11+3reb, B.Hlamalani 6+4reb, K.Panti 5+3reb, E.Masimini 5+7reb+1ast, K.Sithole 3+2reb

KZ Marlins - EC Windbreakers 105-59

An interesting game for Marlins (2-1) which hosted in Kwazulu 4th placed Windbreakers (0-3). First ranked Marlins had an easy win 105-59. Marlins dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Windbreakers' 38. Marlins forced 21 Windbreakers turnovers and outrebounded them 38-22 including 28 on the defensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Windbreakers' players. Swingman Sifiso Gininda (186-1998) stepped up and scored 18 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) for the winners and point guard Sibusiso Cele (175) chipped in 14 points, 6 assists and 5 steals. Five Marlins players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was power forward Julian Wright (196-1990) with 25 points and swingman Siyabulela Mteto (162-1991) scored 12 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. Despite that victory Marlins went down to third position due to points difference. Windbreakers at the other side still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with NC Zebras. Marlins will play against Eagles (#4) in Potchefstroom in the next round. Windbreakers will play at home against Zebras and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
KZ Marlins: G.Sifiso 18+7reb+2ast, B.Nsele 14+3reb+2ast, S.Cele 14+4reb+6ast, K.Bena 13+3ast, G.Storm 12+6reb+2ast, J.Lungelo 11+1reb
EC Windbreakers: W.Julian 25+2reb, S.Mteto 12+6reb+1ast, R.Jobson 6+2reb, N.Jinita 5+2reb, G.Allister 4+2reb+1ast, M.Luvuko 3+4ast

Springs' 29 points and 5 assists give him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

29-year old guard Akeem Springs (193-G-1994) had a great game in the last round for league's best team Cape Town T. and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 9.
He had the game-high 29 points adding four rebounds and five assists for Cape Town T. in his team's victory, helping them to outclass L.Pride (#4, 2-3) with 46-point margin 97-51. It allowed Cape Town T. to consolidate first place in the South African league. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but Cape Town T. already had a very good start winning all 4 without losing a single one. In the team's last game Springs had a remarkable 61.5% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Cape Town T., through which he has constantly improved. University of Minnesota graduate has very impressive stats this year. Springs is league's best scorer averaging so far 25.7ppg. Springs is in league's top in assists (7th best: 3.3apg) and averages solid 3.3spg,68.8% FGP and 44.4% from behind 3-point line.

Second best performed player last round was Nkosinathi Sibanyoni (207-F/C-1998). He is a forward in his first (recently joined) season at Cape Town T.. In the last game Sibanyoni recorded impressive double-double of 15 points and 14 rebounds. Of course together with Springs he helped Cape Town T. with another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked L.Pride (#4, 2-3) 97-51. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the top position in Group B. Cape Town T. consolidated its place in the very top position of the standings. A very good start of the season for his team, which won so far all 4 games without any defeat. Sibanyoni is one of the most experienced players at Cape Town T. and similarly like Akeem Springs has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to swingman Sifiso Gininda (186-G/F-1998) of KZ Marlins (#3). Gininda scored 18 points and grabbed seven rebounds. He was a key player of KZ Marlins, leading his team to a 105-59 easy win against EC Windbreakers (#5, 0-3). KZ Marlins needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in Group A. Their record at this point is 2 victories and 1 lost games. Gininda has a great season in South Africa. After only 4 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 15.5ppg (8th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Sibusiso Cele (175-PG) of KZ Marlins - 14 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists
5. Bandile Nsele (187-SG-1991) of KZ Marlins - 14 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Storm Gilchrist (205-C) of KZ Marlins - 12 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Julian Wright (196-F/C-1990) of EC Windbreakers - 25 points and 2 rebounds
8. Sita Conteh (203-F-1998) of Cape Town T. - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Pieter Prinsloo (208-PF-1992) of Cape Town T. - 9 points and 12 rebounds
10. Damien Kasongo (200-F/C-1997) of L.Pride - 18 points and 12 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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UNITED KINGDOM

KR Reykjavik inks Troy Cracknell, ex Reading R. - by Dimitri Chelidze

Cracknell graduated from Augusta University in 2022 and it is his second season as a professional player. His team won PeachBelt Tournament in 2019 and 2022.

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URUGUAY

Metropolitan Round 12: Larranaga loses #1 position - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in Metropolitan just ended. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Round in Metropolitan means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in Montevideo where host Welcome (3-5) beat league's leader Larranaga (6-2) 71-61 on Friday evening. Welcome forced 19 Larranaga turnovers. Strangely Larranaga outrebounded Welcome 38-23 including 27 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was point guard Angel Varela (188-1987) who scored 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. point guard Santiago Wohlwend (172-1997) chipped in 10 points, 6 assists and 5 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was naturalized Italian Nicolas Borsellino (202-1986, agency: Pro Sports) who recorded 5 points, 17 rebounds and 5 assists. Welcome maintains tenth position with 3-5 record, which they share with Stockolmo and O.Mundial. Larranaga at the other side dropped to the second place with two games lost. They share the position with Olimpia. They were replaced at the leadership position by Urunday.
Verdirrojo can celebrate finally their first win this season after seven consecutive losses. The victory is especially important as they outplayed much higher ranked O.Mundial (3-5) on the road game in Montevideo 83-64. It was a good game for American guard Robert Whitfield (190-1997, college: UMKC) who led his team to a victory with a triple-double by scoring 27 points, 11 rebounds and 12 assists. Alfonso Arrillaga contributed with 14 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Guard Facundo Izarrualde (184-2001) replied with 19 points for O.Mundial. Verdirrojo (1-7) left bottom position moving up to fifteenth place, which they share with Lagomar. O.Mundial at the other side keeps the tenth position with five games lost. They share it with Welcome and Stockolmo.
Lagomar can celebrate finally their first win this season after seven consecutive losses. The victory is especially important as they edged much higher ranked U.Atletica (5-3) on the road game in Montevideo 87-86 on Friday. Worth to mention a great performance of Federico Haller who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 29 points and 13 rebounds. Lagomar's coach Alejandro Muro used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was Sebastian Ottonello with 22 points and 6 rebounds. Lagomar maintains fifteenth position with 1-7 record, which they share with Verdirrojo. Loser U.Atletica dropped to the fourth place with three games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams.

Rest of the games of round 12 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Atenas was defeated by Capitol in Montevideo 88-79. 25 de Agosto were beaten by Urunday at home 76-91. Sayago lost to Stockolmo on the opponent's court 76-82. Tabare managed to outperform Colon in a home game 77-76.
The best stats of 12th round was 11 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals by Anthony Danridge of Tabare.

Capitol - Atenas 88-79

There was no surprise in Montevideo where 9th ranked Atenas (5-3) were defeated by fourth ranked Capitol (5-3) 88-79 on Friday. Capitol had a 30-17 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Jacob Ledoux (190-1997, college: UTPB) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 9 assists and the other American import forward Karachi Edo (196-1994, college: Fresno St.) who added 16 points and 12 rebounds during the contest. Edo is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Capitol players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was naturalized Argentinian power forward Agustin Zuvich (201-1995) with 25 points and 9 rebounds and point guard Luciano Planells (184-2001) scored 21 points and 5 assists. Atenas' coach Santiago Segovia rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Capitol have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 5-3 record, which they share with 4 other teams including defeated Atenas.
Top scorers:
Capitol: G.Mateo 25+1reb+2ast, J.Ledoux 19+11reb+9ast, K.Edo 16+12reb+1ast, A.Da Costa 15+8reb+2ast, G.Pablo 11+4reb+1ast, C.Bascou 2+3reb
Atenas: A.Zuvich 25+9reb+2ast, L.Planells 21+2reb+5ast, T.Gallizzi 11+8reb+1ast, N.Santos 8+1reb, R.Joaquin 6+3reb+2ast, C.Modernell 6+1ast

25 de Agosto - Urunday 76-91

No shocking result in a game in Montevideo where first ranked Urunday (7-1) defeated 14th ranked 25 de Agosto (2-6) 91-76 on Friday. They outrebounded 25 de Agosto 41-27 including a 34-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of American Zach Naylor (203-1998, college: Tarleton St.) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 8 rebounds and guard Diego Garcia (186-1992) who added 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists (perfect from the field making all nine shots !!!) during the contest. Five Urunday players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American Tirrell Brown (198-1993, college: OBU) with 22 points and 8 rebounds and his fellow American import forward Dennis McKinney (194-1998, college: Mt.Mercy, agency: GoEmpire Group) scored 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Urunday have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 7-1 record. 25 de Agosto lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth place with six games lost.
Top scorers:
Urunday: Z.Naylor 25+8reb+3ast, D.Garcia 23+6reb+5ast, D.Delgado 14+12reb+1ast, C.Mitchell 13+8reb, R.Brause 10+3reb+2ast, F.Guillermo 4
25 de Agosto: T.Brown 22+8reb, D.McKinney 18+7reb+4ast, P.Luciano 9+3reb+1ast, R.Cardozo 7+3reb+1ast, M.Counago 7+1reb+2ast, S.Santiago 6+2reb

O.Mundial - Verdirrojo 64-83

Verdirrojo can celebrate finally their first win this season after seven consecutive losses. The victory is especially important as they outplayed much higher ranked O.Mundial (3-5) on the road game in Montevideo 83-64. It was a good game for American guard Robert Whitfield (190-1997, college: UMKC) who led his team to a victory with a triple-double by scoring 27 points, 11 rebounds and 12 assists. Power forward Alfonso Arrillaga (195-1996) contributed with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Four Verdirrojo players scored in double figures. Guard Facundo Izarrualde (184-2001) replied with 19 points and forward Emilio Taboada (191-1982, agency: Pro Sports) added 11 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for O.Mundial. Verdirrojo (1-7) left bottom position moving up to fifteenth place, which they share with Lagomar. O.Mundial at the other side keeps the tenth position with five games lost. They share it with Welcome and Stockolmo.
Top scorers:
Verdirrojo: R.Whitfield 27+11reb+12ast, Y.Acevedo 15+2reb, A.Arrillaga 14+13reb+2ast, J.Mayora 13+3reb+1ast, C.Pereira 8+7reb+4ast, M.Martinez 4+2reb+1ast
O.Mundial: I.Facundo 19+2reb+1ast, E.Taboada 11+6reb+3ast, T.Gaskins 9+7reb+3ast, A.Thomas 8+3reb+1ast, I.Pedro 6+11reb+2ast, L.Taboada 5+2reb+2ast

Welcome - Larranaga 71-61

Round in Metropolitan means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in Montevideo where host Welcome (3-5) beat league's leader Larranaga (6-2) 71-61 on Friday evening. Welcome forced 19 Larranaga turnovers. Strangely Larranaga outrebounded Welcome 38-23 including 27 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was point guard Angel Varela (188-1987) who scored 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Point guard Santiago Wohlwend (172-1997) chipped in 10 points, 6 assists and 5 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was naturalized Italian Nicolas Borsellino (202-1986, agency: Pro Sports) who recorded 5 points, 17 rebounds and 5 assists and American forward DJ Foreman (203-1994, college: St.Louis) added 17 points respectively. Welcome maintains tenth position with 3-5 record, which they share with Stockolmo and O.Mundial. Larranaga at the other side dropped to the second place with two games lost. They share the position with Olimpia. They were replaced at the leadership position by Urunday.
Top scorers:
Welcome: A.Varela 17+5reb+4ast, S.Rocha 13+3reb+1ast, S.Wohlwend 10+4reb+6ast, S.Alvarez 8+2reb+2ast, A.Mauricio 7+3reb+2ast, F.Verrone 6+1reb+1ast
Larranaga: D.Foreman 17+3reb+1ast, M.Nicolas 13+6reb, S.Guillermo 10+1reb+3ast, S.Felipe 8+3reb+2ast, C.Mateo 8+4reb+5ast, N.Borsellino 5+17reb+5ast

U.Atletica - Lagomar 86-87

Lagomar can celebrate finally their first win this season after seven consecutive losses. The victory is especially important as they edged much higher ranked U.Atletica (5-3) on the road game in Montevideo 87-86 on Friday. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Federico Haller (200-1988) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 29 points and 13 rebounds and American swingman Mark Gordon (196, college: Keiser) who added 20 points and 15 rebounds during the contest. Lagomar's coach Alejandro Muro used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was Sebastian Ottonello (200-1997) with 22 points and 6 rebounds and Lithuanian center Zygimantas Riauka (206-1993, college: UW-Parkside) scored 11 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Four U.Atletica players scored in double figures. Lagomar maintains fifteenth position with 1-7 record, which they share with Verdirrojo. Loser U.Atletica dropped to the fourth place with three games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams.
Top scorers:
Lagomar: F.Haller 29+13reb+1ast, M.Gordon 20+15reb+2ast, A.Ignacio 10+3reb+5ast, L.Martin 9+2reb+2ast, D.Tortajada 9+4reb, V.Lautaro 4+1reb
U.Atletica: S.Ottonello 22+6reb+3ast, A.Dotti 16+3reb+2ast, Z.Riauka 11+6reb+7ast, G.Felipe 10+4reb+1ast, O.Manuel 9+4reb+4ast, C.Guillermo 7+2reb+3ast

Stockolmo - Sayago 82-76

There was an upset in Montevideo where higher ranked Sayago (5-3) was defeated by tenth ranked Stockolmo (3-5) 82-76 on Friday. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Facundo Terra (185-1998) who helped to win the game recording 28 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists and center Martin Tessadri (200-2001) who added 11 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Stockolmo's coach Andres Borroni allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was Italian-Argentinian center Damian Tintorelli (205-1981) with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds and American Rakim Brown (198-1991, college: Humboldt St.) scored 17 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Five Stockolmo and four Sayago players scored in double figures. Stockolmo maintains tenth position with 3-5 record, which they share with Welcome and O.Mundial. Loser Sayago dropped to the fourth place with three games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams.
Top scorers:
Stockolmo: F.Terra 28+5reb+8ast, J.Peralta 14+7reb, R.Arrillaga 13+3reb+1ast, T.Martin 11+11reb+1ast, A.Maximiliano 11+2reb+5ast, G.Agustin 5+1reb
Sayago: R.Brown 17+7reb+4ast, D.Tintorelli 16+11reb+2ast, M.Aguilera 15+1reb+1ast, C.Santiago 13+6reb+2ast, B.Emiliano 8+1reb+3ast, T.de Leon 7+6reb

Tabare - Colon 77-76

There was a surprise result when ninth ranked Tabare (5-3) edged at home higher ranked Colon (4-3) 77-76 on Thursday. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Octavio Medina (195-1996) who helped to win the game recording 11 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Gianfranco Espindola (196-1999) who added 9 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Tabare's coach Diego Palacios allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. The best for the losing side was American power forward Quinterian McConico (203-1995, college: AAMU) with 22 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Andres Aristimuno (184-1992) scored 12 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Tabare have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Colon dropped to the ninth position with three games lost.
Top scorers:
Tabare: G.Charlie 16+3reb, C.Xavier 15+6reb, A.Danridge 11+6reb+4ast, O.Medina 11+8reb+5ast, M.Perdomo 11+1reb+4ast, G.Espindola 9+11reb+3ast
Colon: Q.McConico 22+8reb+1ast, A.Amaral 17+6reb+1ast, E.Gonzalez 15+5reb+2ast, A.Aristimuno 12+8reb+5ast, D.Alvarez 3+6reb+7ast, M.Pedro 3+2reb+1ast

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VIETNAM

VBA Round 13: Top-ranked Heat wins another game - by Eurobasket News

Coincidentally all visitors won their games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

VBA top team - Heat (6-1) added another victory to their record on Saturday. This time they beat fifth ranked Catfish (2-4) in Can Tho 79-72. They outrebounded Catfish 48-37 including 16 on the offensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of American swingman Kentrell Barkley (195-1996, college: ECU, agency: Haylett Sports) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 37 points (!!!) and 23 rebounds. International power forward Phu Vinh Nguyen (203-1998) contributed with 17 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. American center DeAngelo Hamilton (203-1990, college: WSU) answered with 7 points, 13 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals for Catfish. Catfish's coach rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Heat have an impressive series of six victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 6-1 record. Catfish at the other side keeps the fifth position with four games lost. Heat are looking forward to face league's second-placed Dolphins in Nha Trang in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Catfish will play at home against Wings and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Bottom-ranked Dragons is still unable to win any game. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their eighth consecutive match to third ranked Dolphins (6-2) 86-76. American players dominated the game. Center Dominique Tham (195-1996, college: Mount Olive) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 16 rebounds for the winners and Robert Sampson chipped in 19 points and 22 rebounds. At the losing side point guard Jermaine Marrow (183-1997, college: Hampton) responded with 28 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Dolphins. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Buffaloes. Dragons lost their eighth game in a row. They still close the standings with eight games lost. Dolphins will play against league's leader Heat in Saigon in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Dragons will have a break next round.

Dragons - Dolphins 76-86

Bottom-ranked Dragons is still unable to win any game. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their eighth consecutive match to third ranked Dolphins (6-2) 86-76. Dolphins dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Dragons' 42. They outrebounded Dragons 60-36 including a 20-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. American players dominated the game. Center Dominique Tham (195-1996, college: Mount Olive) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 16 rebounds for the winners and forward Robert Sampson (203-1992, college: Georgia Tech) chipped in 19 points and 22 rebounds. Sampson is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the losing side point guard Jermaine Marrow (183-1997, college: Hampton) responded with 28 points and 7 rebounds and JR Holder (198-1994, college: Jacksonville) scored 17 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Dolphins. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Buffaloes. Dragons lost their eighth game in a row. They still close the standings with eight games lost. Dolphins will play against league's leader Heat in Saigon in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Dragons will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Dragons: J.Marrow 28+7reb+1ast, J.Holder 17+7reb+3ast, W.Tran 12+6reb, D.Duc Tri 5+2reb+1ast, M.Phuoc Thinh 4+1reb, M.Trieu Han 2+5reb+1ast
Dolphins: D.Tham 30+16reb+1ast, M.Gibbs 21+11reb+7ast, R.Sampson 19+22reb+1ast, H.Vinh Quang 7+2reb+2ast, N.Hoang Phuc 5+1ast, V.Huy Hoan 2+1reb+1ast

Catfish - Saigon Heat 72-79

VBA top team - Heat (6-1) added another victory to their record on Saturday. This time they beat fifth ranked Catfish (2-4) in Can Tho 79-72. They outrebounded Catfish 48-37 including 16 on the offensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of American swingman Kentrell Barkley (195-1996, college: ECU, agency: Haylett Sports) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 37 points (!!!) and 23 rebounds. International power forward Phu Vinh Nguyen (203-1998) contributed with 17 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. American center DeAngelo Hamilton (203-1990, college: WSU) answered with 7 points, 13 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals and the other American import guard Brachon Griffin (185-1992, college: ECSU) added 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Catfish. Catfish's coach rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Heat have an impressive series of six victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 6-1 record. Catfish at the other side keeps the fifth position with four games lost. Heat are looking forward to face league's second-placed Dolphins in Nha Trang in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Catfish will play at home against Wings and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Catfish: L.Khac Dang Khoa 18+4reb, B.Griffin 15+6reb+4ast, M.Soy 11+1reb+1ast, T.Le Ngoc 9+5reb+2ast, H.Thanh Tam 8, D.Hamilton 7+13reb+8ast
Saigon Heat: K.Barkley 37+23reb+3ast, P.Vinh Nguyen 17+9reb+3ast, H.Thomas 10+10reb+3ast, V.Kim Ban 9+2reb, H.Tu 2+3ast, S.Antony 2+2reb+2ast

Barkley's double-double lands him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

27-year old swingman Kentrell Barkley (195-G/F-1996, agency: Haylett Sports) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for league's best team Saigon Heat and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 13.
He had a double-double of 37 points and 23 rebounds, while his team beat Catfish (#5, 2-4) 79-72. It allowed Saigon Heat to consolidate first place in the Vietnamese league. Saigon Heat have a solid 6-1 record. In the team's last game Barkley had a remarkable 71.4% from 2-point range and got four three-pointers out of 7 attempts. He has many years of experience at Saigon Heat, through which he has constantly improved. East Carolina University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Barkley is league's best scorer averaging so far 29.4ppg and leads league in rebounds with 20.0rpg. Barkley is in league's top in assists (2nd best: 7.8apg) and averages solid 64.7% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Dominique Tham (195-C-1996) of league's second-best Dolphins. He is American center in his first (recently joined) season at Dolphins. In the last game Tham recorded impressive double-double of 30 points and 16 rebounds. Of course Dolphins cruised to a 86-76 relatively comfortable win over Dragons (#7, 0-8). This victory allowed Dolphins to move up to second position in the standings. His team's 6-2 record is not bad at all. Tham is one of the most experienced players at Dolphins and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to another Dolphins' star - forward Robert Sampson (203-F-1992). Sampson scored 19 points and grabbed twenty two rebounds (!!!). He was another key player of Dolphins, helping his team with a 86-76 win against Dragons (#7, 0-8). Dolphins needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 6 victories and 2 lost games. Sampson has a great season in Vietnam. After only 8 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 21.1ppg (9th best) and rebounds with 17.1rpg (4th best). He also has 1.8bpg and FGP: 62.0%. Sampson attended one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Jermaine Marrow (183-PG-1997) of Dragons - 28 points and 7 rebounds
5. Madarious Gibbs (185-G-1993) of Dolphins - 21 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists
6. Khoa Le Khac Dang (188-SF-2003) of Catfish - 18 points and 4 rebounds
7. Phu Vinh Nguyen (203-F/C-1998) of Saigon Heat - 17 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists
8. DeAngelo Hamilton (203-C-1990) of Catfish - 7 points, 13 rebounds and 8 assists
9. JR Holder (198-SG-1994) of Dragons - 17 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Brachon Griffin (185-G-1992) of Catfish - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists

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

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Women News

Argentinian U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Tribouley

Bourgarel

Maggi

Kolff

Lagowski

Lara Tribouley

181-F/C-2004

Lleida

Nerea Lagowski

195-C-2006

Talleres

Alma Bourgarel

160-G-2006

Obras

Juana Amaya

160-PG-2005

Olimpico

Dagmar Hentschel

173-SG-2005

Obras

Karla Sarit

190-PF-2004

Obras

Paula Gonzalez

175-SG-2005

Paterna

Malena Maggi

186-PF-2006

Rocamora

Nicole Tapari

172-G-2004

Obras

Julia Fernandez

185-C-2004

Ferro

Violeta Maggi

185-C-2004

Ameghino

Natassja Kolff

188-C-2004

Pacifico

Sandra Pavon

Head Coach

Mariano Marcos

Assistant

Agustin Lukac

Assistant

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ASIAN CHAMPIONSHIPS U16

Japan and Australia advancing to the Finals of Division A - by Igor Obradovic

7-8 Place

Syria - Samoa 50-72
In the seventh-place game, Samoa defeated Syria with a final score of 72-50. L'Oreal Hiko (177-F-2007) and Mylaani Sione (180-C-2008) both recorded double-doubles for Samoa, with Hiko tallying 12 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists, and Sione contributing 12 points and 11 rebounds. Peata Manumaleuga (165-G-2007) added 22 points and 8 rebounds, while Tereise Reupena (170-SG-2008) posted a double-double with 10 points and 15 rebounds. Aya Almohammad (167-G-2007) stood out for Syria with 22 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists.

SEMIFINALS

Japan - Taiwan 93-46
In the other semifinal matchup, Japan triumphed over Taiwan with a convincing 93-46 win. Kokona Abe (175-F-2007) led Japan's offense with 20 points and 7 rebounds, followed by AN Kanazawa (171-SG-2007) with 16 points and 4 rebounds. Lin Yu Han (173-PF-2007) contributed 13 points and Wang Jo Yen (175-F-2007) recorded 10 points and 8 rebounds for Taiwan. Japan will face Australia in the big final, while Taiwan will take on New Zealand in the battle for third place.

Australia - New Zealand 99-62
In a dominant display, Australia secured their spot in the final by defeating New Zealand with a commanding 99-62 victory. Sienna Lehmann (172-F-2007) contributed 16 points and 4 rebounds, while Coco Hodges (175-G-2007) added 15 points and 7 rebounds. Lara Somfai (192-C-2007) had a standout performance with 24 points and 7 rebounds, earning her the MVP title for Australia. Waikimihia Douglas-Karauna (173-F-2007) led New Zealand with 13 points and 4 rebounds, supported by Anaiya Nelson (173-SG-2007) with 9 points and 3 assists. Australia will face Japan in the big final.

Philippines and Iran advancing to Finals of Division B - by Igor Obradovic

5-6 Place

Jordan - Singapore 62-56
In the 5th place game, Jordan emerged victorious with a 62-56 win over Singapore. Rosine Shamieh (160-G-2007) led Jordan's offense with 20 points and 6 rebounds, while Hoor Alkarain (175-PF-2008) contributed 16 points and 10 rebounds. Lau Tricia (168-PF-2008) scored 20 points and Yeoh Leshane (167-F-2007) grabbed 10 rebounds for Singapore. With this victory, Jordan secured 5th place in the tournament, while Singapore finished in 6th place.

7-8 Place

Maldives - Guam 54-65
In the 7th place game, Guam defeated Maldives with a final score of 65-54. Cadence Guzman (160-G-2007) recorded 10 points and 8 rebounds, and Jia Peters (175-F-2007) contributed 11 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 assists for Guam. Mariyam Shirhan (159-SG-2009) stood out for Maldives with an impressive performance of 27 points and 8 rebounds, while Kalsam Nimal (155-SF-2009) added 12 points and 12 rebounds. Guam claimed 7th place in the tournament, while Maldives finished in 8th place.

SEMIFINALS

Iran - Hong Kong 64-58
Iran emerged victorious in a tightly contested match against Hong Kong, securing their spot in the Division B U16 Asian Championship Final with a final score of 64-58. Helya Houdneh (176-PF-2007) led Iran's scoring with 16 points and 8 rebounds, while Mobina Rahimi (173-SF-2008) contributed 11 points and Ghazal Zamani (180-PF-2007) had an outstanding performance with 18 points and 23 rebounds, earning her the MVP award for Iran. For Hong Kong, Lo Ka-Lam (168-SF-2007) scored 17 points and recorded 3 assists, Mak Wan Ki (175-PF-2007) had 9 points and an impressive 19 rebounds, and Tai Yan (180-C-2007) added 12 points and 8 rebounds. With this win, Iran advances to the final round of the championship.

Philippines - Malaysia 79-44
In the semifinals, the Philippines dominated Malaysia with a convincing 79-44 win. Ava Fajardo (163-G-2007) led the Philippines' offense with 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists. Ariel Delao (178-PF-2007) recorded a double-double with 10 points and 11 rebounds, while Christina Lapasaran (157-PG-2007) added 10 points and 5 rebounds. Shing Wong (162-SF-2008) scored 16 points and Ke Lee (163-PG-2007) contributed 13 points and 3 rebounds for Malaysia. With this victory, the Philippines secured a spot in the big final.

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AUSTRALIA

Australian U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Shiels

Puoch

Borlase

Juffermans

Brazel

Paige Burrows

168-SF-2005

Knox R.

Tess Heal

178-G-2004

Santa Clara USA

Saffron Shiels

187-C-2006

BA CoE

Sophie Burrows

184-F/C-2004

Diamond VE Australia

Jayda Clark

183-F/C-2005

BA CoE

Rubi Gray

175-G/F-2005

BA CoE

Ruby Vlahov

190-C-2004

Perth

Nyadiew Puoch

189-C-2004

Dandenong R. Australia

Isobel Borlase

180-G-2004

Forestville E. Australia

Isla Juffermans

191-C-2005

BA CoE

Jessica Petrie

186-C-2005

BA CoE

Tayla Brazel

182-F/C-2004

Sturt S.

David Herbert

Head Coach

Keegan Crawford

Assistant

Zoe Carr

Assistant

Frankston B. Australia

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BRAZIL

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Thayna SILVA

LSB
(180-F-1996)
Avg: 17.5

17.5

16.4

15.5

15.3

14.9

Brazilian U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Passos

De Oliveira

Rocha

Alves

Nascimento

Marcella Freitas

180-F-2005

Santo Andre Brazil

Ana Passos

176-PF-2005

ADC Bradesco Brazil

Sther Ubaka

181-F-2007

ADC Bradesco Brazil

Ana De Oliveira

165-G-2004

Ituano

Clarice Orange

180-SF-2006

Dexter (MA) USA

Alexia Araujo

183-PF-2006

Sesi/Arara. Brazil

Giovanna Rocha

187-C-2005

Santo Andre Brazil

Heloisa Carrera

176-F/G-2006

Ole Miss

Mikaelly Luiz

178-F-2006

Catanduva

Arianny Francisco

184-C-2005

ADC Bradesco Brazil

Manuella Alves

187-PF-2006

Central Pointe Chris USA

Taissa Nascimento

178-SF-2005

Cardinal Newm (CA) USA

Adriana Moises

Head Coach

Luciana Thomazini

Assistant

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CANADA

Canadian U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Dykstra

Prosper

Bediako

Koabel

Akot

Emma Koabel

180-G-2004

Duke

Marah Dykstra

188-F-2004

Montana St.

Toby Fournier

188-F-2005

Duke

Cassandre Prosper

188-SF-2005

Notre Dame

Syla Swords

182-G-2006

LuHi

Achol Akot

185-C-2004

UCF

Jada Bediako

192-C-2005

Regina Mundi Catholi Canada

Ajok Madol

182-F-2005

Archbishop Carney Canada

Jasmine Bascoe

167-G-2006

Kings Christian

Delaney Gibb

181-SG-2005

Raymond (WA)

Mary-Anna Asare

170-G-2004

VCU

T'Yana Todd

183-G-2004

Boston Coll.

Caroline Clarke

Head Coach

TMU

Marlo Davis

Assistant

Jessica Roque

Assistant

Waterloo

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CHINA

Chinese U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Chu

Wang

Feng

Yang Mengping

166-PG-2004

Fujian

Chu Huixuan

178-G-2004

Guangdong

Wang Jing

177-SG-2005

Li Qingyang

182-SF-2005

Li Wenxia

181-F-2004

Guangdong

Feng Guoguo

191-C-2005

Guangdong

Dou Zhongqiu

180-F-2005

Beijing

Li Jialin

181-SG-2005

Liu Jiayu

193-C-2004

Liaoning

Zhang Xiao

197-C-2004

Beijing Univ. China

Jiang Jiatong

195-C-2005

Shanghai

Hu Duoling

175-G-2005

Zhejiang

Igor Polenek

Head Coach

Liu Yang

Assistant

Jin-li Bai

Assistant

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CROATIA

ZKK Zadar Plus add Bosnjak to their roster - by Zeljko Zule

ZKK Zadar Plus (Premijer Liga) added to their roster 22-year old Croatian swingman Iva Bosnjak (182cm-2001) for new 2023-24 season. Bosnjak played last season at Futurosa Trieste in Italian Serie A2. In 30 games she recorded 11.2ppg, 5.8rpg, 1.1apg and 1.3spg.
Bosnjak's team won Swiss Cup in 2017, 2019 and 2020.
The previous (2021-22) season she played at Fjolnir in Icelandic Subway League where in 29 games she averaged 9.4ppg, 5.6rpg, 1.6apg, 1.3spg and 1.0bpg in that year. She helped them to win the regular season and make it to the final. They also played in the Cup final.
Bosnjak represented Croatia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 in Sarajevo (Bosnia and Herzegovina) four years ago. Her stats at that event were 7 games: 6.4ppg, 4.4rpg, 1.0spg, FGP: 8.3%, 3PT: 22.4%, FT: 76.9%.
She has played also professionally in Switzerland (Winterthur).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others she was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Swiss SBL Honorable Mention back in 2020. Bosnjak's team won Swiss Cup in 2017, 2019 and 2020.

ZKK Zadar Plus roster for 2023-24:

Isabella Sigurdardottir
Iva Bosnjak
Saquita Joyner
Jalia Arnwine
Martina Djangarovska

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CZECH REPUBLIC

Czech Republic U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Paurova

Hynkova

Cechova

Kadlecova

Pribylova

Mariana Pribylova

175-G-2005

Slavia

Anna Jedlickova

170-PG-2004

Zabiny Brno B Czech Republic

Dominika Paurova

183-F/C-2005

Sokol HK

Anna Brozova

167-G-2005

Sokol HK

Charlotte Velichova

176-G-2004

Sokol HK

Johana Stankova

186-C-2004

Chomutov

Jindriska Hruba

178-SG-2004

Sokol HK

Dominica Hynkova

166-PG-2004

KP Brno

Emma Cechova

195-F-2004

Zabiny Brno Czech Republic

Luisa Vydrova

184-PG-2004

U19 Chance Czech Republic

Valentyna Kadlecova

182-F-2004

Chomutov

Nela Netkova

194-PG-2004

Zabiny Brno B Czech Republic

Viktor Prusa

Head Coach

Zabiny Brno Czech Republic

Michal Martisek

Assistant

Michaela Drtilova

Assistant

Havirov

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EGYPT

Czech Republic U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Paurova

Hynkova

Cechova

Kadlecova

Pribylova

Mariana Pribylova

175-G-2005

Slavia

Anna Jedlickova

170-PG-2004

Zabiny Brno B Czech Republic

Dominika Paurova

183-F/C-2005

Sokol HK

Anna Brozova

167-G-2005

Sokol HK

Charlotte Velichova

176-G-2004

Sokol HK

Johana Stankova

186-C-2004

Chomutov

Jindriska Hruba

178-SG-2004

Sokol HK

Dominica Hynkova

166-PG-2004

KP Brno

Emma Cechova

195-F-2004

Zabiny Brno Czech Republic

Luisa Vydrova

184-PG-2004

U19 Chance Czech Republic

Valentyna Kadlecova

182-F-2004

Chomutov

Nela Netkova

194-PG-2004

Zabiny Brno B Czech Republic

Viktor Prusa

Head Coach

Zabiny Brno Czech Republic

Michal Martisek

Assistant

Michaela Drtilova

Assistant

Havirov

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FRANCE

French U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Dutat

Cisse

Le Seyec

Toure

Lacan

Charlotte Abraham

181-F-2005

Villeneuve France

Laura Evrard

165-PG-2004

Bretagne

Cindy Perdriau

198-C-2004

Angers

Anaelle Dutat

183-F-2004

URI

Amina Traore

187-SF-2004

Charnay

Lisa Cluzeau

175-PG-2004

Mondeville France

Manoe Cisse

161-G-2004

Villeneuve France

Daniela Dibanzilua

172-SG-2004

Lyon

Rosanne Le Seyec

195-C-2004

Champagne

Fatoumata Toure

171-G-2004

Monaco

Leila Lacan

174-PG-2004

Angers

Jess-Mine Zodia

190-C-2004

Bourges

Julien Egloff

Head Coach

CFBB

Thomas Giorguitti

Assistant

Longueau

Priscilla Roger

Assistant

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GERMANY

German U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Buehner

Feldrappe

Brochlitz

Kreyenfeld

Kroeger

Frieda Buehner

184-F/C-2004

Osnabrueck Germany

Miriam Diala

181-SF-2005

Heidelberg Germany

Nina Horvath

175-PG-2004

Gruenberg

Hilke Feldrappe

185-PF-2004

ALBA Berlin Germany

Nicole Brochlitz

171-PG-2004

Hannover

Leoni Kreyenfeld

176-G/F-2004

ALBA Berlin Germany

Anastasia Schlipf

180-SG-2004

Stuttgart MTV Germany

Annika Soltau

190-PF-2006

Keltern

Greta Kroeger

182-G/F-2004

Rheinland

Marianna Byvatov

170-PG-2005

Rist Wedel Germany

Paula Huber-Saffer

192-C-2005

Rist Wedel Germany

Paula Spaine

178-G-2004

TUSLI

Stefan Mienack

Head Coach

Imre Szittya

Assistant

Constanze Wegner

Assistant

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GREECE

Panathinaikos ink Panorea Dalla - by Chris Mammides

Panathinaikos Athens (A1) agreed terms with 27-year old guard Panorea Dalla (178cm-1996) for new 2023-24 season. Dalla played most recently at Niki Lefkadas.

Panathinaikos Athens roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Lilia Karakasidou
Panorea Dalla

Forwards:
Aikaterina Sotiriou
Antigoni Haristanidou
Andrijana Cvitkovic

Center:
Courtney Range

Coach: Eleni Kapogianni

Walker inks at PAOK Thessaloniki at the beginning of her pro career - by Chris Mammides

PAOK Thessaloniki (A1) added to their roster American guard Keiunna Walker (168cm) for season 2023-24. Walker just graduated from Louisiana Tech (NCAA). She has played there for the last five years. Quite impressive season as she was voted to C-USA All-Defensive Team.
Walker started her college career at Louisiana Tech University (NCAA). Walker's high school career she had spent at Lonoke in Lonoke, AR.
Of course it will be her first season as a professional player.

PAOK Thessaloniki roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Chrysoula Kilazidou
Morgan Jones
Keiunna Walker

Forwards:
Kalli Michailidou
Varvara Mylonaki

Centers:
EV Koumantsioti
Anthi Polymerou

Coach: Angelos Angelidis

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ICELAND

Michaela Porter (ex Q.Lombos) signs at KR Reykjavik - by Dimitri Chelidze

KR Reykjavik (D1) landed American 182cm power forward Michaela Porter (college: App State) for the new season. Porter played most recently at Q.Lombos in Portuguese Liga Feminina. In 25 games she averaged 14.7ppg, 8.7rpg, 1.6apg, and 1.5spg last season. She helped them to win the cup. It was a very successful season in her career as she was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Portuguese League Second Team.

Porter graduated from Appalachian State University in 2022 and it is her second season in pro basketball. She played also for the University of Cincinnati for 2 years.

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ITALY

E-Work Faenza Signs Rising American Power Forward Elizabeth Dixon for Serie A1 - by Dimitri Chelidze

E-Work Faenza has made a significant addition to their roster by signing the talented 22-year-old American power forward, Elizabeth Dixon. Standing tall at 196cm, Dixon brings her skills and versatility to the team for the upcoming season. The signing comes after her short stint at the Connecticut Sun in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA).

Known for her strong presence in the paint and ability to dominate the boards, Dixon is a formidable force on the court. Her athleticism, scoring prowess, and defensive skills make her a well-rounded player, capable of making a significant impact on both ends of the floor. These qualities have undoubtedly caught the attention of E-Work Faenza's management, who believe she will be an invaluable asset to their team in the upcoming Serie A1 season.

Liz graduated from the university in 2023 and is now embarking on her first season as a pro player. During her time at Louisville, Dixon showcased her immense talent and played a vital role in leading her team to win the ACC Regular Season championships in both 2020 and 2021.

Italian U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Villa

Blasigh

Caloro

Di Stefano

Cancelli

Ramona Tomasoni

173-G-2004

Brescia

Eleonora Villa

172-G-2004

Costa Masnaga Italy

Elena Streri

168-G-2004

Trieste

Vittoria Blasigh

175-PG-2004

Gran Canaria Spain

Anita Carraro

178-F-2004

Venezia

Beatrice Caloro

177-G-2004

Costa Masnaga Italy

Laura Di Stefano

183-PF-2004

RO Elite

Sara Zanetti

185-F-2004

Battipaglia Italy

Kenko Ngamene

185-C-2004

Adele Cancelli

186-G-2004

Albino

Arianna Arado

186-F-2004

San Martino Italy

Princess Jakpa

187-F-2004

Moncalieri Italy

Luca Andreoli

Head Coach

Lucca

Pierangelo Rossi

Assistant

Costa Masnaga Italy

Susanna Stabile

Assistant

Milano

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JAPAN

Japanese U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Yokoyama

Morioka

Yabu

Yamamoto

Owaki

Milai Mori

179-PF-2004

Haneda V.

Chinami Yokoyama

170-G-2004

Toyota A.

Misaki Sasaka

173-SF-2004

Hakuoh Univ. Japan

Chihiro Sawa

178-C-2004

Minami Takaki

174-F-2004

Hakuoh Univ. Japan

Rin Ikeda

165-PG-2004

Hakuoh Univ. Japan

Honoka Morioka

172-SG-2004

Hitachi Cougars Japan

Minami Yabu

178-F-2004

Denso I.

Reina Segawa

180-C-2004

Senshu Univ. Japan

Haruka Yamamoto

177-F-2004

Nanami Tsuno

158-PG-2004

Toyota BSR Japan

Haru Owaki

177-PF-2004

Natsumi Yabuuchi

Head Coach

Hitachi Cougars Japan

Masato Ogasawara

Assistant

Hiromi Hirata

Assistant

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KOSOVO

Boa Viagem inks Ke'Aunna Johnson, ex Trepca - by Dimitri Chelidze

Boa Viagem Angra Acores (Divisao I) signed American swingman Ke'Aunna Johnson (180cm, college: UMHB) for the upcoming 2023-24 season. Johnson played last season at Trepca in Kosovan Superliga. In 21 games she was the league's second-best scorer with an impressive 20.6ppg and averaged 6.8rpg, 2.0apg, and 1.6spg. She helped them to make it to the semifinals. 2022-23 was a great season as she was named to Eurobasket.com All-Kosovo League Second Team.

Johnson graduated from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor in 2020. She played also for Rogers State University for 2 years.

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LITHUANIA

Lithuanian U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Pliatkute

Jocyte

Raulusaityte

Sirtautaite

Augustinaite

Sintija Aukstikalnyte

175-G-2006

Kibirkstis-VKM Lithuania

Neda Pliatkute

172-PG-2004

Aistes-LSMU Lithuania

Vilte Andrunaviciute

178-F-2004

Panevezio

Juste Jocyte

187-SF-2005

Lyon

Vivien Pupkeviciute

172-G-2003

Siauliai

Gabriele Sedereviciute

183-F-2004

Kibirkstis-VKM Lithuania

Gerda Raulusaityte

189-C-2004

Kibirkstis-MRU Lithuania

Ugne Sirtautaite

188-F-2004

Kibirkstis-MRU Lithuania

Auste Jureviciute

173-SG-2004

LCC Tarp.

Ugne Grigaliunaite

184-F-2004

Kibirkstis-VKM Lithuania

Erika Kraujelis

190-C-2005

LCC Tarp.

Rusne Augustinaite

181-F-2004

Montverde Acad. USA

Vilius Stanisauskas

Head Coach

LCC Tarp.

Nedas Pacevicius

Assistant

WBS

Rima Dauniene

Assistant

Panevezio

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MALI

Mali U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Dabou

Sanou

Thienou

Haidara

Cisse

Kamite Dabou

179-F-2004

Genero

Fatoumata Sanou

160-PG-2004

USFAS

Sira Thienou

178-F-2004

CRBT

Bintou Drame

171-PG-2004

DAC

Mariam Sarr

175-G-2005

Real

Badiaran Doumbia

165-PG-2004

Stade

Mariam Traore

183-G/F-2004

UTRGV

Maimouna Haidara

181-PF-2004

Adareva

Rokiatou Berthe

180-F-2006

Celta Zorka Spain

Mama Cisse

183-C-2004

KSC

Fatoumata Samake

189-C-2006

Real

Oumou Dabo

191-C-2006

Lyon

Diakite Sory

Head Coach

Abdoulaye Maiga

Assistant

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NEW ZEALAND

Tauihi Basketball Aoteroa Round 1: Leader Queens lose to Hoiho - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in Tauihi Basketball Aoteroa just started. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Queens at the home court on Wednesday night. Hosts were defeated by Hoiho 82-75. Hoiho outrebounded Queens 49-30 including a 18-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The game was dominated by American players. Forward Ashten Prechtel (196-2001, college: Stanford) fired a double-double by scoring 25 points and 21 rebounds for the winners. Guard Paige Bradley (178-1994, college: Denver) chipped in 12 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists. Guard Chrislyn Carr (165, college: Louisville) produced 25 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists for lost side. Hoiho will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Queens will play against Whai and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
An exciting game was played in . Hoiho faced Kahu. Host Hoiho defeated guests from 82-76. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Ashten Prechtel (196-2001, college: Stanford) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Zoe Richards contributed with 19 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Hoiho's coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international guard Tahlia Tupaea (175-1997) answered with 24 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for Kahu. Hoiho's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in to the arena .
An exciting game was played in . Whai faced Pouakai. Guests from defeated host Pouakai 79-73. Mikayla Cowling stepped up with a double-double by scoring 27 points, 9 rebounds and 10 assists for the winners. At the losing side Esra McGoldrick responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 11 rebounds and 4 blocks. Pouakai's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Whai will meet at home Queens in the next round. Pouakai will play against Kahu and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

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Tokomanawa Q. - S. Hoiho 75-82

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Queens at the home court on Wednesday night. Hosts were defeated by Hoiho 82-75. Hoiho outrebounded Queens 49-30 including a 18-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The game was dominated by American players. Forward Ashten Prechtel (196-2001, college: Stanford) fired a double-double by scoring 25 points and 21 rebounds for the winners. Guard Paige Bradley (178-1994, college: Denver) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists. Five Hoiho players scored in double figures. Guard Chrislyn Carr (165, college: Louisville) produced 25 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists and guard Stephanie Watts (180-1997, college: UNC) added 21 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Hoiho will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Queens will play against Whai and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Tokomanawa Q.: C.Carr 25+8reb+7ast, S.Watts 21+6reb+3ast, M.Dodson 10+7reb, T.Graham 8+3reb, P.Lokotui 5+2reb, M.Parris 4+1reb
S. Hoiho: A.Prechtel 25+21reb+2ast, A.Hurst 16+3reb+2ast, Z.Richards 15+12reb, P.Bradley 12+6reb+11ast, S.Gallaher 10+5reb+5ast, A.Sophie 2+2reb

S. Hoiho - N. Kahu 82-76

An exciting game was played in . Hoiho faced Kahu. Host Hoiho defeated guests from 82-76. Hoiho forced 28 Kahu turnovers. Kahu was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Ashten Prechtel (196-2001, college: Stanford) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international forward Zoe Richards (182-1997) contributed with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Hoiho's coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international guard Tahlia Tupaea (175-1997) answered with 24 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and the former international guard Tera Reed (183-1998, college: USC) added 27 points and 4 assists in the effort for Kahu. Hoiho's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in to the arena .
Top scorers:
N. Kahu: T.Reed 27+2reb+4ast, T.Tupaea 24+6reb+4ast, I.Thomas 17+9reb+3ast, A.Kelman-Poto 7+4reb, T.Ritorya 1+8reb+1ast, M.Rebecca 0
S. Hoiho: A.Hurst 19+2reb+2ast, Z.Richards 19+11reb+1ast, A.Prechtel 17+12reb+4ast, P.Bradley 9+4reb+8ast, S.Gallaher 9+4reb+1ast, G.Roberts-Hare 4+4reb

Mainland P. - Whai 73-79

An exciting game was played in . Whai faced Pouakai. Guests from defeated host Pouakai 79-73. American forward Mikayla Cowling (188-1996, college: California, agency: LBM Management) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 27 points, 9 rebounds and 10 assists for the winners and guard McKenna Dale (183-1999, college: Virginia) chipped in 32 points and 8 rebounds. At the losing side the former international forward Esra McGoldrick (188-1999, college: NC State) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 11 rebounds and 4 blocks and British guard Kennedy Leonard (173-1996, college: Colorado, agency: LBM Management) scored 20 points and 6 assists. Pouakai's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Whai will meet at home Queens in the next round. Pouakai will play against Kahu and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mainland P.: K.Leonard 20+4reb+6ast, E.McGoldrick 20+11reb+2ast, R.Sharne 18+8reb+2ast, W.Karereatua 9+2reb, L.Hippolite 3+6reb+4ast, O.O'Neill 2+7reb+4ast
Whai: M.Dale 32+8reb+2ast, M.Cowling 27+9reb+10ast, A.Wilson 12+4reb+2ast, J.Kirisome 6+4reb+1ast, A.West 2+3reb, R.Sophie 0

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PARAGUAY

Metropolitan League Round 4 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News

There will be only one (last) round of the Regular Season in Metropolitan League. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The biggest surprise of round 4 was guest Libertad's (1-1) easy road victory over desperated Deportivo SJ (0-2) 70-49 on Saturday evening. Libertad forced 27 Deportivo SJ turnovers and outrebounded them 50-35 including a 21-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. The former international Camila Bogado fired 15 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Giovanna Bogado chipped in 10 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals. Micaela Sosa produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Libertad left bottom position moving up to third place. Deportivo SJ at the other side still closes the standings with two games lost. Libertad are looking forward to face league's second-placed Sol de Amer. in Asuncion in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Deportivo SJ will play on the road against the league's leader Felix Perez in Asuncion and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Asuncion: Felix Perez (#1) and Olimpia (#4). Olimpia was smashed at home by 38 points 44-82 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international Marta Peralta (171-1994) who helped to win the game recording 20 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. Jazmin Mercado contributed with 13 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Johana Ghiringhelli replied with 9 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for Olimpia. 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. Felix Perez have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 3-0 record. Olimpia at the other side keeps the fourth place with three games lost. Felix Perez will play against bottom-ranked Deportivo SJ (#5) in the next round. Olimpia will have a break next round.

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Olimpia - Felix Perez 44-82

Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Asuncion: Felix Perez (#1) and Olimpia (#4). Olimpia was smashed at home by 38 points 44-82 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Felix Perez held Olimpia to an opponent 22.2 percent shooting from the field compared to 49.3 percent accuracy of the winners. Felix Perez forced 21 Olimpia turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 28 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Olimpia's players. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international Marta Peralta (171-1994) who helped to win the game recording 20 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. The former international guard Jazmin Mercado (171-1989) contributed with 13 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Four Felix Perez players scored in double figures. Johana Ghiringhelli replied with 9 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and Victoria Saldivar added 8 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Olimpia. 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. Felix Perez have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 3-0 record. Olimpia at the other side keeps the fourth place with three games lost. Felix Perez will play against bottom-ranked Deportivo SJ (#5) in the next round. Olimpia will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Olimpia: A.Gomez 10+3reb, G.Johana 9+5reb+4ast, D.Giuliana 8+5reb+3ast, S.Victoria 8+8reb, A.Escurra 4+3reb, C.Camila 3
Felix Perez: M.Peralta 20+6reb+6ast, J.Mercado 13+5reb+6ast, B.Ana 10+5reb+4ast, V.Sofia 10+6reb+2ast, X.Ibarra 6+3reb, M.Joaquina 6+1reb

Deportivo SJ - Libertad 49-70

The biggest surprise of round 4 was guest Libertad's (1-1) easy road victory over desperated Deportivo SJ (0-2) 70-49 on Saturday evening. Libertad forced 27 Deportivo SJ turnovers and outrebounded them 50-35 including a 21-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. The former international Camila Bogado fired 15 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Giovanna Bogado chipped in 10 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals. Four Libertad players scored in double figures. Micaela Sosa produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds and Liz Lopez added 8 points and 5 assists 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. Libertad left bottom position moving up to third place. Deportivo SJ at the other side still closes the standings with two games lost. Libertad are looking forward to face league's second-placed Sol de Amer. in Asuncion in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Deportivo SJ will play on the road against the league's leader Felix Perez in Asuncion and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Deportivo SJ: S.Micaela 17+11reb+2ast, B.Maria 8+5reb, L.Liz 8+1reb+5ast, O.Agostina 7+5reb+1ast, A.Agustina 5+3reb+3ast, D.Aleli 4
Libertad: B.Camila 15+7reb+4ast, M.Maria Paz 14+7reb, F.Lisandri 13+5reb, B.Giovanna 10+8reb+4ast, T.Florencia 7+5reb+1ast, P.Liz 5+4reb

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PORTUGAL

Boa Viagem inks Ke'Aunna Johnson, ex Trepca - by Dimitri Chelidze

Johnson graduated from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor in 2020. She played also for Rogers State University for 2 years.

Michaela Porter (ex Q.Lombos) signs at KR Reykjavik - by Dimitri Chelidze

Porter graduated from Appalachian State University in 2022 and it is her second season in pro basketball. She played also for the University of Cincinnati for 2 years.

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SPAIN

Spanish U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Buenavida

Bermejo

Thiam

Brito

Martin

Iyana Martin

172-PG-2006

Segle XXI

Irene Broncano

183-G-2004

Maresme

Elena Buenavida

174-PG-2004

Valencia

Marina Avinoa

180-F-2004

Joventut

Alicia Florez

175-G/F-2004

Paterna

Deva Bermejo

166-PG-2004

Barca CBS

Awa Thiam

192-C-2006

Paterna

Carla Brito

180-G-2004

S.Florida

Ines Outeiral

175-G-2004

Georgia Tech USA

Ariadna Termis

197-C-2005

Segle XXI

Daniela Ikponmwosa

182-F/C-2004

Unicaja

Elena Moreno

183-F-2004

Unicaja

Bernat Canut

Head Coach

Girona

Anna Montanana

Assistant

Gernika

David Munoz

Assistant

Girona

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TAIWAN

Taiwanese U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Sung

Hsiao

Wang Shih

168-PG-2004

Sung Jui-Chen

160-G-2004

Yang Hsing-En

171-G-2005

Li En-Hsin

162-G-2005

Hsin-Su Tien

173-SF-2005

Chang Chia

177-F-2005

Wu Pei-Hsuan

174-C-2005

Hsiao Yu-Wen

184-C-2005

Yu Chin-Hua

182-F-2004

Ting-Tsai Yu

177-F-2005

Mi Jing-En

176-SG-2006

Huang Tzu-Yun

179-C-2005

Chen Mei-Li

Head Coach

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UNITED CUP

Hillsman's double-double lands her Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

27-year old center Khaalia Hillsman (195-C-1996) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for league's best team Flint LM and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 3.
She had a double-double of 14 points and 15 rebounds, while her team outclassed Indias (#4, 1-3) with 58-point margin 86-28. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Flint LM to consolidate first place in the United Cup. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but Flint LM already had a very good start winning all 4 without losing a single one. Hillsman has many years of experience at Flint LM, through which she has constantly improved. Texas A&M University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Hillsman is in league's top in points (5th best: 12.0ppg) and averages solid 1.8bpg.

Second best performed player last round was Yadira Polanco (178-G/F-1992) of Fenix. She is a swingman in her first season at Fenix. In the last game Polanco recorded impressive 16 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists. Bad luck as Fenix lost that game 56-67 to Immortals (2-2). 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. Polanco is one of the most experienced players at Fenix and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 12.3ppg (#4). She also registered 9.3 boards per game.

Third place about best performers goes to swingman Jennifer Pena (175-G/F-1993) of league's second-best Immortals. Pena scored 19 points and grabbed five rebounds. She was a key player of Immortals, leading her team to a 67-56 win against #3 ranked Fenix in a game of the week. Immortals needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 2 victories and 2 lost games. Pena has a great season in United Cup. After only 4 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.5ppg (best scorer), rebounds with 5.3rpg (9th best) and assists with 2.3apg (6th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Toccara Ross (185-F-1986) of Immortals - 15 points and 10 rebounds
5. Kristina Puthoff-King (180-PG-1992) of Immortals - 11 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Ameryst Alston (175-G-1993) of Flint LM - 17 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Asia Boyd (185-F-1992) of Flint LM - 4 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Da'Nasia Hood (185-F) of Flint LM - 16 points and 5 rebounds
9. Dariana Santos (180-F-1991) of Fenix - 12 points and 5 rebounds
10. Brandie Baker-Cunningham (188-F-1990) of Flint LM - 4 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists

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

Round 4: Fenix is defeated by Indias in a derby game - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in United Cup just ended. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most interesting game of round 4 was a derby match between two teams from Dominican Republic. Fourth ranked Indias won against visiting Fenix (1-3) 50-46. Worth to mention a great performance of Vanesa Bautista who helped to win the game recording 15 points and 8 rebounds and Katerin Sena who added 8 points during the contest. At the losing side swingman Yadira Polanco (178-1992) responded with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds. Indias left bottom position moving up to third place, which they share with defeated Fenix.
Very significant was American Lady Monarchs' (#1, 4-0) victory against their biggest opponent Dominican Rep. Immortals (2-2) 80-75. The winners were led by center Khaalia Hillsman (195-1996, college: Texas A&M) who scored that evening 12 points and 8 rebounds and Aliyah Mazyck supported her with 13 points and 5 rebounds. Even 26 points and 6 rebounds by American swingman Jennifer Pena (175-1993, college: Missouri S&T) did not help to save the game for Immortals. Lady Monarchs have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-0 record. Immortals at the other side keep the second place with two games lost.

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Flint LM - Immortals 80-75

Very significant was American Lady Monarchs' (#1, 4-0) victory against their biggest opponent Dominican Rep. Immortals (2-2) 80-75. The winners were led by center Khaalia Hillsman (195-1996, college: Texas A&M) who scored that evening 12 points and 8 rebounds and guard Aliyah Mazyck (175-1996, college: USC) supported her with 13 points and 5 rebounds. Even 26 points and 6 rebounds by American swingman Jennifer Pena (175-1993, college: Missouri S&T) did not help to save the game for Immortals. Her fellow American import forward Toccara Ross (185-1986, college: Iowa St.) added 15 points and 11 rebounds for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Lady Monarchs have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-0 record. Immortals at the other side keep the second place with two games lost.
Top scorers:
Flint LM: A.Mazyck 13+5reb+2ast, A.Boyd 12+5reb+2ast, K.Hillsman 12+8reb+1ast, A.Alston 10+4reb+1ast, B.Baker-Cunningham 8+8reb+2ast, D.Hood 8+4reb+1ast
Immortals: J.Pena 26+6reb+2ast, T.Ross 15+11reb+2ast, C.Calisha 13+5reb+3ast, K.Puthoff-King 12+8reb+6ast, T.Green 7+6reb+2ast, A.Ruth 2+3reb

Indias - Fenix 50-46

The most interesting game of round 4 was a derby match between two teams from Dominican Republic. Fourth ranked Indias won against visiting Fenix (1-3) 50-46. Worth to mention a great performance of Vanesa Bautista who helped to win the game recording 15 points and 8 rebounds and Katerin Sena who added 8 points during the contest. At the losing side swingman Yadira Polanco (178-1992) responded with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds and forward Anayelis Garcia (178-2002) scored 9 points and 8 rebounds. Indias left bottom position moving up to third place, which they share with defeated Fenix.
Top scorers:
Indias: B.Vanesa 15+8reb+2ast, N.Morillo 10+3reb, S.Katerin 8+4reb+2ast, Z.Juan 5+3reb+2ast, Y.Mota 5+4reb+2ast, C.Wendy 4+4reb
Fenix: P.Yadira 10+10reb+2ast, D.Odalmis 10+4reb+2ast, G.Anayelis 9+8reb+2ast, M.Coronado 6+3reb+4ast, S.Brithany 6+4reb, D.Santos 3+4reb+1ast

Bautista number one in United Cup for round 4 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Vanesa Bautista had a great game in the last round for Indias, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 4.
The player was the main contributor (15 points, eight rebounds and two assists) to her team's victory, helping them to edge out Fenix (1-3) 50-46. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Indias maintains the 4th position in United Cup . Too late to improve their position as they are currently ranked at the very bottom. They already lost 3 games and recorded just one victory. Bautista has many years of experience at Indias, through which she has constantly improved. Vanesa Bautista averages just after three games 8.3ppg.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Jennifer Pena (175-G/F-1993) of league's second-best Immortals. Pena had a very good evening with 26 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists. Bad luck as Immortals lost that game 75-80 to league's leader Flint LM (#1, 4-0). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Immortals still maintains its place in the top 2 of the standings, even despite this loss. Her team's 2-2 record is not bad at all. Pena is one of the most experienced players at Immortals and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.5ppg (#1). She also registered 5.3 boards per game.

Third on the list of top players last round was swingman Yadira Polanco (178-G/F-1992) of Fenix (#3). Polanco scored 10 points and grabbed ten rebounds. Despite Polanco's great performance Fenix lost 46-50 to #4 ranked Indias. But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. Fenix can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 1-3 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Too bad for Polanco she does not play for a better team. But maybe if she did, her season stats would not be that high. Polanco has individually a great season in United Cup. After only 4 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 12.3ppg (4th best), rebounds with 9.3rpg (2nd best) and assists with 2.0apg (8th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Kristina Puthoff-King (180-PG-1992) of Immortals - 12 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists
5. Toccara Ross (185-F-1986) of Immortals - 15 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Khaalia Hillsman (195-C-1996) of Flint LM - 12 points and 8 rebounds
7. Brandie Baker-Cunningham (188-F-1990) of Flint LM - 8 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Calisha Clark (185) of Immortals - 13 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Aliyah Mazyck (175-G-1996) of Flint LM - 13 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Anayelis Garcia (178-F-2002) of Fenix - 9 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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USA

USA U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Lepolo

Rice

McMahon

Kitts

VanSlooten

Hannah Hildalgo

5'7''-G-2005

Paul VI

Talana Lepolo

5'7''-G-2004

Stanford

Londynn Jones

5'4''-G-2004

UCLA

Kira Rice

5'11''-G-2004

Sidwell Friends USA

Madison Booker

6'0''-F-2005

Germantown (MS) USA

Cotie McMahon

6'0''-F-2004

Ohio St.

Allie Ziebell

5'10''-F-2005

Neenah

Chloe Kitts

6'3''-F-2004

S.Carolina USA

Jadyn Donovan

6'0''-F-2005

Sidwell Friends USA

Joyce Edwards

6'3''-F-2006

Camden (NJ) USA

Grace VanSlooten

6'3''-F-2004

Oregon

Breya Cunningham

6'4''-F-2005

La Jolla

Joni Taylor

Head Coach

Texas A&M

Teri Moren

Assistant

Indiana

Delisha Milton-Jones

Assistant

ODU

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WORLD CUP U19

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jana ELALFY

EGY
(192-C-2005)
Avg: 29.0

29.0

22.0

21.0

21.0

19.0

Results and Stats from Day 1 in Spain - by Eurobasket Center

Argentina - France 42-96
Daniela Dibanzilua (172-SG-2004) pulled out the best display of the day with a performance efficiency valuation of 32 as France proved far too hot to handle for Argentina. They stormed their way past their opponents to take a one-sided 96-42 victory off the back of her 21 points, 12 rebounds and 3 steals. Malena Maggi (186-PF-2006) responded with 12 points for Argentina.

Mali - USA 66-85
Reigning champions USA are the first team to watch on anybody's list and especially on Day 1 of a tournament. They completed an 85-66 victory against Mali. With Maimouna Haidara (181-PF-2004) impressive for the Africans with 17 points and 16 rebounds, it was more of a team effort from USA. Cotie McMahon (183-F-2004) caught the eye with 15 points, while Breya Cunningham (193-F-2005, college: USA NT U16) had 12 rebounds and 2 huge blocks.

Germany - Taiwan 67-59
There was a pair of big 'double-doubles' to enjoy as Frieda Buehner (184-F/C-2004, college: Florida) of Germany and Hsiao Yu-Wen (184-C-2005) of Chinese Taipei both showed out in the same game. Germany won a hard-fought contest 67-59 with Buhner claiming 18 points and 17 boards, while Hsiao had 16 points and 17 rebounds.

Egypt - Czech Republic 71-103
Dominika Paurova (183-F/C-2005) came into the competition with a big reputation and showed why as she excelled for Czech Republic. She paced a 103-71 win against Egypt by dropping a classy 19 points, 4 boards and 3 assists. Meanwhile Jana Elalfy (192-C-2005) scored a Day 1 high 29 points for Egypt.

Lithuania - Brazil 71-45
Juste Jocyte (187-SF-2005) lit it up for Lithuania in a 71-45 Group C triumph against Brazil. Last year's FIBA U18 Women's European Championship MVP racked up 21 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists, as well as grabbing 2 steals. She signed a +/- of +35 in less than 26 minutes. Giovanna Rocha (187-C-2005) was the best scorer for Brazli with 10 points.

Canada - China 83-62
Toby Fournier (188-F-2005) had herself a block party for Canada as she swatted four shots in their success against China 83-62. Toby added 15 points and impressive 14 rebounds for the winners. China was led by Hu Duoling (175-G-2005) who scored 15 points.

Spain - Australia 83-68
Tournament hosts Spain were celebrating a big first day win and it wasn't just the 83-68 result itself, but the fact it came against another potential podium contender in the shape of Australia. A blistering 22-8 start set the home side on their way and after a mammoth 32 points in the second quarter, they had the cushion needed after the break for when the Gems inevitably launched a comeback bid. Iyana Martin led Spain to the victory with 16 points, Elena Buenavida (174-PG-2004) added 15 points, 6 assists and 2 steals. Nyadiew Puoch (189-C-2004) responded with 13 points for Australia.

Japan - Italy 92-71
Japan got within touching distance of breaking their own downtown record as they made a lightning start to the competition in the Spanish capital. There may be a scorching heatwave right now, but Japan made it rain with a breathtaking 16 triples as they shot down Italy 92-71. Four of them were sunk by Misaki Sasaka (173-SF-2004) who had a team-high 18 points. Eleonora Villa (172-G-2004, agency: Players Group) finished the game with 22 points for Italy.