Eurobasket Daily News Report: 4/18/2023 4:04:01 AM

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ABA

ABA Final Eight Recap - by Gianni Pascucci

Both the ABA 2023 Co-Champions entered the ABA's Elite Eight with a not so good seeding: Buckets as the #7 and Lyons as the #5.
But the Buckets managed to defeat the #2 team Team Trouble in the opening round and the Lyons prevailed over #1 Wyoming Valley in semifinal game.
See here down all game scores:

Quarterfinals
#1 Wyoming Valley Clutch - #8 Texas Seraphim 113-107
#4 Atlanta Aliens - #5 Indiana Lyons 107-121
#3 Chula Vista Suns - #6 Providence Pirates 101-92
#2 Team Trouble - #7 Burning River Buckets 92-100

Semifinals
Burning River Buckets - Chula Vista Suns 103-99
Indiana Lyons - Wyoming Valley Clutch 80-76
.... and then came the big storm......

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ABA LEAGUE

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Daron RUSSELL

Mornar
(180-PG-1998)
Avg: 26.8

26.8

22.2

22.1

20.7

17.9

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ALBANIA

Flamurtari win Kategoria I-re Meshkuj 2022/23 season - by Eurobasket News

Flamurtari have won the Kategoria I-re Meshkuj 2022/23 season finishing with an 11-1 record on top. In the last game Flamurtari overcame Skenderbeu 61-49. Eraldo Kollovi (197-C-1998) top-scored for the winners with 16 points and Marsel Sotiri (1993) netted 12. Armelind Sotiri (2001) produced 11, whilst Marko Miranovic (190-G-1990) nailed 10. Bruno Topi (G-1991) replied with 22 points in the losing effort.

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ARGENTINA

Stats Leaders - LigaA

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Thomas COOPER

La Union
(196-G-1992)
Avg: 17.6

17.6

16.6

16.4

16.1

16.0

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Manuel ALONSO

CAO Ceres
(195-PG-1999)
Avg: 19.7

19.7

19.4

19.3

18.8

18.4

Argentinian La Liga round 45 best performance: Marcos Mata (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

International Marcos Mata (202-SF-1986) had a very impressive game in the last round for Boca, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 45.
The 36-year old player was the main contributor (20 points, nine rebounds and three assists) to his team's victory, helping them to crush Union SF (#18, 8-29) with 21-point margin 92-71. Boca maintains the 5th position in Argentinian La Liga. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Boca will need more victories to improve their 24-13 record. In the team's last game Mata had a remarkable 88.9% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Marcos Mata averages this season 11.9ppg and 5.5rpg.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Al Thornton (203-F-1983, agency: BIG) of Penarol. Thornton had a very good evening with 29 points and 2 rebounds. Bad luck as Penarol lost that game 90-96 to the higher-ranked Gimnasia (#3, 27-11). Penarol managed to keep the same 12th spot in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 19-18 record is not bad and everything may still change. Thornton is a newcomer at Penarol, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.6ppg (#2). He also registered 4.8 boards per game.

Third on the list of top players last round was American forward De'Marco Owens (203-F/C-1996) of Platense (#9). Owens scored 22 points and grabbed six rebounds. He was a key player of Platense, leading his team to a 80-69 win against the lower-ranked Atenas (#20, 5-32). Platense needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 20 victories and 16 lost games. Owens has a great season in Argentina. After 35 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.1ppg (4th best). Owens attended one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Yoanki Mensia (198-F-1997) of Gimnasia - 18 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Nicola Pomoli (195-G/F-1999) of Platense - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Sebastian Orresta (188-PG-1993) of Gimnasia - 15 points and 7 rebounds
7. Pedro Bombino (206-C-2000) of Union SF - 15 points and 7 rebounds
8. Patricio Tabarez (195-F-1991) of Olimpico - 23 points and 3 rebounds
9. Ignacio Alessio (203-C-1987) of Union SF - 17 points and 3 rebounds
10. Javier Saiz (206-PF-1994) of San Martin - 13 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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La Liga Argentina Round 5 of Play-Offs. Eighthfinals are all set - by Eurobasket News

La Union - Quilmes MP 80-72

La Union made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. Point guard Pablo Bilat (181-1995) nailed 20 points for the winning side and guard Brian Diaz (185-1984) accounted for 8 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Tomas Nally (202-2002, agency: BIG) came up with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds and Agustin Ecker (194-2000) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Quilmes MP in the defeat. Four Quilmes MP players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Quilmes MP: N.Tomas 13+12reb+1ast, E.Agustin 13+6reb+2ast, L.Cequeira 11+3reb+7ast, G.Eseverri 10+1reb, A.Francisco 10+1reb+1ast, E.Dupuy 9+2reb+1ast
La Union: P.Bilat 20+4reb+2ast, J.Acuna 12+4reb+2ast, E.Gimenez 12+2reb+4ast, C.Lavoratornuovo 9+4reb+1ast, B.Diaz 8+7reb+4ast, F.German 6+7reb+1ast

Dep Norte - Rivadavia 64-55

Dep Norte outrebounded Rivadavia 45-33 including 31 on the defensive glass. Forward Aquiles Montani (190-1994) nailed 19 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side and Lucas Nunez (200-1997) accounted for 16 points and 9 rebounds. Dep Norte's coach Alejandro Cupulutti used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Power forward Tobias Cravero (197-1999) came up with 12 points and 8 rebounds and American center Jonah Underwood (206-1996, college: HIU) added 10 points and 10 rebounds respectively for Rivadavia in the defeat.
Top scorers:
Rivadavia: T.Cravero 12+8reb+1ast, J.Underwood 10+10reb, L.Silva 8+1reb+2ast, S.Arancibia 8+4reb, S.Franco 8+4reb+2ast, G.Francese 4+1reb
Dep Norte: A.Montani 19+9reb, N.Lucas 16+9reb+2ast, C.Cupulutti 11+4reb, M.Franco 8+1reb+2ast, B.Franco 4+5reb+6ast, L.Julian 4+4reb+1ast

Colon SF - Libertad 73-90

Enzo Rupcic (201-1997) stepped up and scored 18 points and 9 rebounds for the winners and Augusto Alonso (187-1998, agency: BIG) chipped in 23 points. Five Libertad players scored in double figures. Power forward Gianfranco Sinconi (204-1994) responded with 14 points and 7 rebounds and point guard Joaquin Baeza (182-1986, agency: BIG) scored 11 points and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Colon SF: G.Sinconi 14+7reb+1ast, N.Bravo 12+3reb+1ast, J.Baeza 11+1reb+4ast, B.Tomas 9+3reb+4ast, D.Russell 8+6reb+1ast, L.Quinteros 8+5reb
Libertad: A.Alonso 23+2reb, E.Rupcic 18+9reb+2ast, J.Eydallin 17+5reb+3ast, J.Wall 15+7reb+1ast, P.Mateo 14+5reb+1ast, N.Kalalo 3+2reb

Villa S.Martin - Montmartre 78-84

Center Nicolas Franco (204-1999) nailed a double-double by scoring 15 points and 21 rebounds for the winning side and swingman Martin Gomez (197-1996) accounted for 24 points. Five Montmartre players scored in double figures. Ramiro Frontera came up with 20 points and 5 rebounds and Colombian Soren De Luque (196-1998) added 15 points and 7 assists respectively for Villa S.Martin in the defeat.
Top scorers:
Villa S.Martin: F.Ramiro 20+5reb+2ast, D.Luque Soren 15+4reb+7ast, G.Gonzalo 14+4reb+3ast, P.Santiago 8+1reb, M.Vittar 7+7reb+5ast, M.Borsatti 7+4reb
Montmartre: M.Gomez 24+4reb+1ast, N.Franco 15+21reb+2ast, C.Francisco 11+4reb+2ast, K.Ellis 10+4reb+3ast, J.Roumec 10+3reb+7ast, J.Rodriguez 8+2reb+3ast

H.Americano - Pilar 78-76

American center Arnold Louis (201-1990, college: SSU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 27 points and 8 rebounds. The former international point guard Lucas Reyes (181-2000) contributed with 14 points and 6 assists for the winners. American center Dishon Lowery (200-1998, college: OKBU) answered with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 18 rebounds and point guard Pablo Bruna (185-1987) added 15 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Pilar. Four Pilar players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Pilar: D.Lowery 18+18reb+1ast, T.Demogerontas 18+3reb+2ast, P.Bruna 15+6reb+3ast, E.Gamboa 11+4reb+2ast, S.Franco 9+6reb+1ast, M.Joaquin 4+3reb
H.Americano: A.Louis 27+8reb, L.Reyes 14+4reb+6ast, L.Zalio 10+8reb+1ast, P.Ezequiel 8+2reb+4ast, C.Buemo 6+4reb, C.Johu 6+4reb

LDD Round 52: Leader Instituto gets another victory - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Leader Instituto delivered the 31th win on Friday night. This time they beat 15th ranked Platense (14-22) 67-55 in Cordoba. Point guard Ignacio Beltramino (179) fired 13 points for the winners. point guard Bruno Abratte (174-2004) chipped in 11 points. Instituto's coach Mauro Salinas used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Santino Mazzucchelli produced 13 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Instituto maintains first position with 31-4 record. Platense at the other side keeps the fifteenth place with 22 games lost. Instituto's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Cordoba Atenas.
The game in La Rioja was also worth to mention about. Second ranked Obera (31-6) played at the court of 6th ranked Riachuelo LR (22-15). Obera managed to secure a 5-point victory 78-73. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Riachuelo LR. Worth to mention a great performance of Nicolas Quiroga (191-2003) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds. Gonzalo Pryszczuk contributed with 20 points for the winners. Francisco Dalpino replied with 20 points and 5 assists for Riachuelo LR. Obera maintains second position with 31-6 record having just two point less than leader Instituto. Riachuelo LR at the other side keeps the sixth place with 15 games lost. Obera will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Riachuelo LR will play on the road against Union (#18) in Santa Fe and hopes to get back on the winning track.
We should mention about the upset which took place in Buenos Aires, where 7th ranked Penarol (20-14) lost to tenth ranked Boca Jrs (20-17) in a road game 85-90 on Sunday. Worth to mention a great performance of Nicolas Burgos who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 24 points and 16 rebounds. Boca Jrs' coach Juan Fernandez allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. At the losing side Facundo Tolosa responded with 49 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds. Boca Jrs have an impressive six-game winning streak. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Ferro. Loser Penarol keeps the seventh position with 14 games lost. Boca Jrs will meet Comunicaciones (#16) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Penarol will play against Obras (#8) in Buenos Aires and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Rest of the games of round 52 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Union was crushed by San Lorenzo in Almagra 72-47. Regatas beat Olimpico at home 65-50. Quimsa lost to Argentino on the opponent's court 75-83. Independ.O. managed to outperform Platense in a home game 76-62.
The best stats of 52th round was 23 points by Nicolas Marcucci of Independ.O..

Instituto - Platense 67-55

Leader Instituto delivered the 31th win on Friday night. This time they beat 15th ranked Platense (14-22) 67-55 in Cordoba. Point guard Ignacio Beltramino (179) fired 13 points for the winners. Point guard Bruno Abratte (174-2004) chipped in 11 points. Four Instituto players scored in double figures. Instituto's coach Mauro Salinas used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Santino Mazzucchelli produced 13 points and 6 rebounds and swingman Mariano Goicoechea (195-2004) added 17 points respectively for lost side. Instituto maintains first position with 31-4 record. Platense at the other side keeps the fifteenth place with 22 games lost. Instituto's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Cordoba Atenas.
Top scorers:
Instituto: B.Ignacio 13+3reb, M.Fausto 12, A.Bruno 11+2reb+3ast, S.Josue 10+4reb+1ast, F.Juan 9+1ast, U.Lautaro 5+1reb+1ast
Platense: G.Mariano 17+1reb+1ast, M.Santino 13+6reb+1ast, M.Felipe 9+5reb+1ast, S.Ramiro 6+3reb, N.Lisandro 5+2reb, H.Agustin 4+2reb

San Lorenzo - Union 72-47

There was no surprise in Almagra where 18th ranked Union (8-27) was crushed by thirteenth ranked San Lorenzo (16-20) 72-47 on Friday. San Lorenzo made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. San Lorenzo outrebounded Union 32-18 including a 26-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of Thiago Roca (-2004) who helped to win the game recording 24 points (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) and power forward Ian Cerino (206-2002) who added 11 points and 13 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side Lucas Peralta (-2005) responded with 11 points and Francisco Alonso scored 6 points and 4 assists. San Lorenzo maintains thirteenth position with 16-20 record. Union lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the eighteenth place with 27 games lost. San Lorenzo will meet at home higher ranked Ferro (#9) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Union will play against Riachuelo LR (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
San Lorenzo: R.Thiago 24+2reb+2ast, C.Ian 11+13reb+1ast, E.Alan 9+3reb+2ast, P.Mateo 8+4reb+1ast, L.Manuel 7+1ast, R.Juan 6+2reb+2ast
Union: P.Lucas 11+4reb+1ast, C.Facundo 7+1reb, L.Victorio 7+1reb+2ast, A.Francisco 6+3reb+4ast, V.Nicolas 6+2reb, A.Lorenzo 5

Boca Jrs. - Penarol 90-85

We should mention about the upset which took place in Buenos Aires, where 7th ranked Penarol (20-14) lost to tenth ranked Boca Jrs (20-17) in a road game 85-90 on Sunday. Boca Jrs made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. Boca Jrs outrebounded Penarol 50-33 including 35 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of center Nicolas Burgos (207-2003) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 24 points and 16 rebounds and forward Santino Romegialli (204-2003) who added 19 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Four Boca Jrs players scored in double figures. Boca Jrs' coach Juan Fernandez allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. At the losing side guard Facundo Tolosa (190-2002) responded with 49 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds and Ignacio Bednarek (206-2001) scored 15 points and 7 rebounds. Boca Jrs have an impressive six-game winning streak. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Ferro. Loser Penarol keeps the seventh position with 14 games lost. Boca Jrs will meet Comunicaciones (#16) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Penarol will play against Obras (#8) in Buenos Aires and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Boca Jrs.: B.Nicolas 24+16reb+3ast, R.Santino 19+10reb+2ast, C.Federico 18+5reb+3ast, S.Nicolas 10+6reb+4ast, S.Matias 7+3reb+1ast, P.Tiziano 5+5reb+1ast
Penarol: T.Facundo 49+9reb+1ast, B.Ignacio 15+7reb, C.Nicolas 8+5reb+1ast, V.Franco 8+5reb, S.Tobias 5+3reb+3ast, B.Bautista 0

Riachuelo LR - Obera 73-78

The game in La Rioja was also worth to mention about. Second ranked Obera (31-6) played at the court of 6th ranked Riachuelo LR (22-15). Obera managed to secure a 5-point victory 78-73. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Riachuelo LR. They outrebounded Riachuelo LR 46-23 including a 34-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of Nicolas Quiroga (191-2003) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds. Gonzalo Pryszczuk (193-2001) contributed with 20 points for the winners. Francisco Dalpino replied with 20 points and 5 assists and guard Mateo Corso (185-2003) added 15 points in the effort for Riachuelo LR. Obera maintains second position with 31-6 record having just two point less than leader Instituto. Riachuelo LR at the other side keeps the sixth place with 15 games lost. Obera will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Riachuelo LR will play on the road against Union (#18) in Santa Fe and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Obera: G.Pryszczuk 20+4reb+2ast, Q.Nicolas 17+11reb+2ast, Z.Ignacio 9+4reb+6ast, A.Maximiliano 9+10reb+1ast, T.Francisco 9+8reb+2ast, A.Alejo 6+4reb+1ast
Riachuelo LR: D.Francisco 20+2reb+5ast, C.Mateo 15+4reb+2ast, D.Fabricio 10+3reb, M.Keiver 9+6reb, P.Marco 8+2ast, B.Matias 6+4reb+1ast

Regatas - Olimpico 65-50

No shocking result in a game in Corrientes where fifth ranked Regatas (23-12) defeated 19th ranked Olimpico (7-29) 65-50 on Saturday. Regatas made 16-of-16 free shots (100 percent !!!) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of Viktor Bender who helped to win the game recording 10 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Juan Peral (179-2005) who added 8 points during the contest. Regatas' coach used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side Francisco Paz responded with 12 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and Carlos Hurtado scored 13 points and 7 rebounds. Regatas have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 23-12 record. Olimpico lost fifteenth consecutive game. They keep the nineteenth place with 29 games lost. Regatas will meet La Union (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Olimpico will play against San Martin (#20) in Corrientes and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Regatas: B.Viktor 10+6reb, M.Benjamin 9+5reb, F.Francisco 9+4reb+1ast, P.Juan 8+4reb+3ast, M.Enrique 6+6reb+1ast, S.Matias 6+1reb+1ast
Olimpico: H.Carlos 13+7reb, P.Francisco 12+8reb+4ast, M.Hernan 10+3reb+1ast, G.Ignacio 9+2reb+2ast, M.Cesar 4+3reb, B.Joaquin 2

Argentino - Quimsa 83-75

There was an upset in Junin where higher ranked Quimsa (19-19) was defeated by seventeenth ranked Argentino (11-26) 83-75 on Sunday. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Augusto Gennero (188-2003) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 9 rebounds and Luis Colon who added 23 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side center Raymon Bastardo (202-2002) responded with 23 points and 9 rebounds and Romeo Amprimo scored 14 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Argentino maintains seventeenth position with 11-26 record. Loser Quimsa keeps the eleventh place with 19 games lost.
Top scorers:
Argentino: G.Augusto 26+9reb, C.Luis 23+8reb+1ast, C.Santiago 19+3reb+5ast, C.Martino 12+1reb+1ast, B.Santiago 3+6reb, S.Nicolas 0
Quimsa: B.Raymon 23+9reb, A.Romeo 14+3reb+1ast, C.Facundo 11+2reb+1ast, Z.Estefano 10+4reb+3ast, B.Mateo 7+8reb, N.Leonel 6+6reb+2ast

Independ.O. - Platense 76-62

Very predictable result in Olivia where fourth ranked Independ.O. (25-12) beat 15th ranked Platense (14-22) 76-62 on Sunday. Independ.O. made 21-of-23 free shots (91.3 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Nicolas Marcucci (190-2002) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and Panamanian Amilcar Sanchez (184-2001) who added 14 points during the contest. Independ.O.'s coach used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side Santino Mazzucchelli responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds and point guard Felipe Massa (184-2002) scored 20 points. Independ.O. maintains fourth position with 25-12 record. Loser Platense keeps the fifteenth place with 22 games lost.
Top scorers:
Independ.O.: M.Nicolas 23+2reb+2ast, S.Amilcar 14+4reb+3ast, M.Brarda 13+3reb, M.Bernan 7+5reb+2ast, B.Santiago 7+2reb, T.Ramallo 6+7reb+4ast
Platense: M.Felipe 20+2reb+2ast, M.Santino 16+11reb+1ast, G.Mariano 12+3reb, A.Lucas 7+6reb+3ast, S.Ramiro 5+1reb+1ast, H.Agustin 2+3reb

Facundo Tolosa claims Argentinian LDD weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Talented Facundo Tolosa (190-G-2002) put on an amazing game in the last round for Penarol and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 52.
The 20-year old guard had the game-high 49 points adding nine rebounds for Penarol as his team lost the game against Boca Jrs. (#10, 20-17) 85-90. Penarol maintains the 7th position in Argentinian LDD. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Penarol will need to avoid more loses keep or improve their 20-14 record. In the team's last game Tolosa had a remarkable 76.9% from 2-point range. It's his second year at Penarol and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Tolosa has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (2nd best: 21.4ppg) and averages solid 56.0% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young center Nicolas Burgos (207-C-2003) of Boca Jrs.. Burgos impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 24 points and 16 rebounds. It was enough for Boca Jrs. to edge the higher-ranked Penarol (#7, 20-14) by 5 points 90-85. Boca Jrs.'s 10th position in the standings has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 20-17 record is not bad and everything may still change. Burgos is well-known by Boca Jrs. fans and he already established his position as one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was Augusto Gennero (188-G-2003) of Argentino (#17). Gennero scored 26 points and grabbed nine rebounds. He was a key player of Argentino, leading his team to a 83-75 win against the higher-ranked Quimsa (#11, 19-19). Argentino can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 11-26 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Gennero has a very solid season. In 37 games in Argentina he scored 15.6ppg. He also has 4.7rpg and FGP: 52.3%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Raymon Bastardo (202-C-2002) of Quimsa - 23 points and 9 rebounds
5. Thiago Roca (2004) of San Lorenzo - 24 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Luis Colon) of Argentino - 23 points and 8 rebounds
7. Nicolas Marcucci (190-G-2002) of Independ.O. - 23 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Santiago Capelli (180-PG-2005) of Argentino - 19 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists
9. Santino Mazzucchelli) of Platense - 16 points and 11 rebounds
10. Nicolas Quiroga (191-SG-2003) of Obera - 17 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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AUSTRALIA

Melbourne signs Luke Travers - by Eurobasket News

Melbourne United (NBL) signed 21-year old international swingman Luke Travers (200cm-93kg-2001). Travers started the season at Perth Wildcats. In 29 NBL games he had 9.7ppg, 5.7rpg, 2.9apg and 1.1spg.
Last year he was drafted by Cleveland Cavaliers (NBA) in second round (56th overall).
He has been a member of Australian international program for some years. Travers has been regularly called to Australian senior team since 2022 and previously for U17 National Team back in 2018.
He has played previously for three other teams: Magic, Cougars and Flames.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he played in the final of Australian NBL in 2021. Travers was voted to Eurobasket.com All-World Cup U17 Honorable Mention back in 2018.

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AZERBAIJAN

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

25-year old power forward Andrew Corum (201-F/C-1997) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Xirdalan and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 28.
He had a double-double of 26 points and 16 rebounds, while his team beat Serhedci (#5, 14-12) 96-89. Xirdalan maintains the 4th position in Azerbaijani league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Xirdalan will need more victories to improve their 17-9 record. In the team's last game Corum had a remarkable 56.3% from 2-point range. He turned to be Xirdalan's top player in his first season with the team. Virginia State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Corum is in league's top in points (4th best: 21.0ppg), rebounds (2nd best: 12.5rpg) and averages solid 60.7% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Jarrett Henderson (198-F-1996) of Zirve. He is American forward in his first season at Zirve. In the last game Henderson recorded impressive double-double of 26 points and 14 rebounds. Of course Zirve cruised to a 92-82 relatively comfortable win over slightly lower-ranked Olimpic Sheki (#8, 2-24). Zirve's 7th position in the standings has not changed. 20 lost games are too many comparing to just six victories Zirve managed to get this year. Henderson is a newcomer at Zirve and quickly became one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Davante Cooper (208-F/C-1994) of Olimpic Sheki (#8). Cooper showcased his all-around game by recording 24 points, sixteen rebounds (!!!) and five assists in the last round. Despite Cooper's great performance Olimpic Sheki lost 82-92 to slightly higher-ranked Zirve (#7, 6-20). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Olimpic Sheki can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have extremely bad season and 2-24 record places them at the very bottom of the standings. Cooper has individually a great season in Azerbaijan. After 26 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 9.8rpg (6th best). He also has 1.9bpg and FGP: 50.3%. Cooper attended one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Zo Tyson (206-F-1995) of Zirve - 17 points, 15 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Michael Diggins (205-F/C-1998) of Serhedci - 20 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Londell King (203-F-1997) of NTD - 23 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Trevor Blackmon (197-G-1998) of Serhedci - 27 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
8. A.J. Patty (204-F-1995) of Sabah - 17 points and 12 rebounds
9. Larry Robinson III (181-PG-1999) of Olimpic Sheki - 27 points, 4 rebounds and 9 assists
10. Devin Pullum (188-G-1999) of Xirdalan - 27 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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BAHRAIN

Manama off to strong start - by Eurobasket News

Manama defeated Al Hilal of Saudi Arabia 82-78 in overtime in the opening game of the best-of-three semi-final series of the Gulf Region West Asia Super League. Al Hilal led 40-30 at half-time, but Manama bounced back after the interval to take the third quarter 23-18 and the fourth, 15-10, to force overtime. Lamont Jones (183-SG-1990, college: Iona, agency: Diamond Sports) paced Manama with 15 points, four rebounds and 10 assists while Mohammed Alsuwailem (211-C-1998) top-socred for Al Hilal with 16 points. The second game of the semi-final series will be played on Monday. Al Hilal will look to win that game and extend the series to the decider, scheduled to be played on May 1. Kuwait Club will face Shabab Al Ahli of Dubai in the opening game of their semi-final series at Kuwait City tonight.
Courtesy of: gdnonline.com

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BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

Dario Brizuela extended his contract with Unicaja until 2026 - by Eurobasket News

After locking its participation in the 2023 Basketball Champions League Final Four, Unicaja Malaga announced several contract extensions. Following Nihad Djedovic (197-SF-1990), Melvin Ejim (201-F-1991, college: Iowa St.), David Kravish, Tyler Kalinoski (193-SG-1992, college: Davidson), Kendrick Perry (183-PG-1992, college: YSU), and head coach Ibon Navarro , Dario Brizuela (188-G-1994) has extended his contract with the Andalusian team until 2026. The 28-year-old shooting guard, who has been with the team since 2019, is averaging 13.1 points, 1.3 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game, shooting with amazing percentages (53.7% from two, 48% from deep, and 89.7% at the line) and dragging Ibon Navarro 's team to the BCL Final Four.
Courtesy of: eurohoops.net

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BBBL

Round 1 of Finals. Alvik topple Mazeikiai to claim the title - by Eurobasket News

FINAL

Alvik - Mazeikiai 70-53

Alvik dominated on the defensive end, holding Mazeikiai to just 7 points in second quarter. They outrebounded Mazeikiai 32-21 including a 22-10 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a very good performance for forward Maximus Karamouzis who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Ludvig Prytz contributed with 18 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Alvik's coach used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Forward Dominykas Daubaris (203-2007) answered with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds and Tautvydas Rudys (-2007) added 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Mazeikiai.
Top scorers:
Alvik: K.Maximus 18+6reb+1ast, P.Ludvig 18+5reb+1ast, L.Adam 15+4reb+2ast, F.Victor 8+1reb+1ast, D.Joakim 6+7reb+2ast, L.Jacob 5+5reb
Mazeikiai: D.Dominykas 20+12reb+2ast, R.Tautvydas 16+7reb+4ast, P.Tadas 5+1reb+1ast, S.Jonas 5+1reb+1ast, O.Armandas 4, B.Arijus 3+1ast

3-4 Place

Bertanu - Marijampole 66-74

The game without a history. Marijampole led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Bertanu's 18. Worth to mention a great performance of power forward Gabrielius Bubnys (199-2007) who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 5 rebounds. Swingman Lukas Dedelis (190-2007) contributed with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Markuss Toms answered with 25 points and 4 assists and Markuss Sipko (-2007) added 19 points and 5 assists in the effort for Bertanu. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest.
Top scorers:
Marijampole: B.Gabrielius 30+5reb+1ast, D.Lukas 24+10reb+1ast, J.Lukas 8+5reb, J.Augustas 7+5reb+3ast, P.Martynas 3+1ast, A.Emilis 2+2reb
Bertanu: T.Markuss 25+2reb+4ast, S.Markuss 19+3reb+5ast, B.Markuss 13+2reb+1ast, A.Ernests 7+5reb+3ast, K.Rojs 2+3reb+1ast, K.Marcis 0

5-6 Place

Viimsi - NSK 66-49

The game was mostly controlled by Viimsi. NSK managed to win fourth quarter 12-6. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Kristo Rannaste (-2007) fired 14 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Karl Grunberg (-2007) chipped in 10 points and 7 rebounds. Viimsi's coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Jarek Pilt (-2007) produced 12 points and 5 rebounds and Sepo Hiiemae (-2007) added 10 points respectively for lost side.
Top scorers:
Viimsi: R.Kristo 14+5reb, M.Julius 11+4reb, G.Karl 10+7reb+1ast, T.Robi 9+1reb+1ast, K.Matthias 8+1reb+2ast, T.Raul 6+2ast
NSK: P.Jarek 12+5reb, H.Sepo 10+2reb+1ast, A.Aleksander 9+3reb, V.Kristen 5+3reb, R.Tormi 5+8reb, V.Robin 4+3reb+2ast

7-8 Place

Valka - SK Nord 72-48

The game was mostly controlled by Valka. SK Nord was better in second period 18-13. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Worth to mention a great performance of Ukrainian Bogdan Malich (-2006) who helped to win the game recording 17 points and 7 rebounds. Ukrainian Vlad Shapovalov contributed with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. Four Valka players scored in double figures. Guard Marten Alles (188-2007) answered with 15 points and 5 rebounds and Richard Ploomipuu (-2007) added 6 points and 4 assists in the effort for SK Nord. SK Nord's coach gave up on the game allowing to play fifteen players seeing no chance for a win.
Top scorers:
Valka: M.Bogdan 17+7reb+2ast, S.Vlad 16+10reb, M.Aleksej 11+1reb+1ast, B.Bogdan 10+2reb+3ast, F.Yehor 8+2ast, V.Peter 5+2reb+1ast
SK Nord: A.Marten 15+5reb+1ast, U.Markus 8+1reb, U.Keiro 6+3reb+1ast, R.Steven 6+1reb, P.Richard 6+2reb+4ast, M.Juhan-Joosep 5+1reb+1ast

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BELIZE

BEBL Round 7: Running Rebels lose to Hurricanes - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The biggest surprise took place in Belize City where host Hurricanes (6-1) crushed league's leader Running Rebels (6-4) 109-80 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Running Rebels. Hurricanes forced 24 Running Rebels turnovers. 27 personal fouls committed by Running Rebels helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Naturalized American power forward Jamell Harris (208-1991, college: EMU) fired 18 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. American forward Victor Evans (193, college: Vanguard) chipped in 17 points. Rasheed Reneau produced 16 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Hurricanes have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Running Rebels at the other side dropped to the third position with four games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Dream Ballers.
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Dream Ballers as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Dream Ballers smashed 7th ranked Red Taigaz in Dangriga 92-49. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Edgar Mitchell (-1993) who helped to win the game recording 13 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Jahiem Ciego contributed with 17 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. American Jeremiah Toney (196-1998, college: Southwest, agency: One Motive Sports) answered with 25 points and 7 rebounds for Red Taigaz. 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. As mentioned above they took over a top position. Red Taigaz lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with six games lost.
An interesting game was played in San Ignacio where Defenders (#4) beat host Western Ballaz (#5) 81-77 on Friday evening. It was a great evening for Nigel Jones who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 15 rebounds. At the losing side Mark Gordon responded with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 10 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Defending champion maintains fourth place with 5-4 record. Loser Western Ballaz dropped to the sixth position with five games lost.

In the last game of round 7 bottom-ranked Panthers were crushed by Tiger Sharks in San Pedro 83-51.

Western Ballaz - Defenders 77-81

An interesting game was played in San Ignacio where Defenders (#4) beat host Western Ballaz (#5) 81-77 on Friday evening. It was a great evening for American swingman Nigel Jones (201-1990, college: Talladega) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 15 rebounds. Guard Treandus Branch helped adding 21 points and 9 rebounds. Jones is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Defenders players scored in double figures. At the losing side American swingman Mark Gordon (196, college: Keiser) responded with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 10 rebounds and the other American import power forward Richard Smith III (206-1992, college: California, PA) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 18 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Defending champion maintains fourth place with 5-4 record. Loser Western Ballaz dropped to the sixth position with five games lost.
Top scorers:
Defenders: B.Treandus 21+9reb+1ast, N.Jones 19+15reb+3ast, L.Dillard 15+8reb+2ast, D.Leslie 11+3reb+2ast, M.Tzul 9+2reb+2ast, F.Louriano 6+9reb
Western Ballaz: M.Gordon 29+10reb+3ast, R.Smith III 12+18reb+1ast, I.Palacio 8+2reb+4ast, C.Ryan 6+3reb+1ast, J.Carbajal 5+2reb+2ast, E.Usher 5+1reb+2ast

Hurricanes - Running Rebels 109-80

The biggest surprise took place in Belize City where host Hurricanes (6-1) crushed league's leader Running Rebels (6-4) 109-80 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Running Rebels. Hurricanes forced 24 Running Rebels turnovers. 27 personal fouls committed by Running Rebels helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Naturalized American power forward Jamell Harris (208-1991, college: EMU) fired 18 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. American forward Victor Evans (193, college: Vanguard) chipped in 17 points. Rasheed Reneau produced 16 points and 8 rebounds and center Matthew Young added 14 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Hurricanes and four Running Rebels players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Hurricanes have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Running Rebels at the other side dropped to the third position with four games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Dream Ballers.
Top scorers:
Hurricanes: J.Harris 18+7reb+1ast, V.Evans 17+4reb+3ast, A.Carcamo 12+9reb+2ast, K.Frazier 12+3reb, G.Lopez 10+2reb+2ast, E.Rene 9+2reb+2ast
Running Rebels: R.Rasheed 16+8reb, J.Stanback 15+4reb+2ast, M.Young 14+7reb+1ast, T.Hall 11+7reb+3ast, B.Hudson 9+2reb+1ast, S.White 5+1reb+1ast

Tiger Sharks - Panthers 83-51

There was no surprise in San Pedro where 8th ranked Panthers (1-9) were crushed by sixth ranked Tiger Sharks (4-4) 83-51 on Saturday. Tiger Sharks dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Panthers' 34. They outrebounded Panthers 56-35 including a 39-28 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for American swingman Kyle Steward (201-1995, college: UMKC) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds. His fellow American import power forward Jamaal Clifton (198, college: Langston) helped adding 12 points and 9 rebounds. At the losing side guard Elbert Ariola responded with 13 points and 6 rebounds and Chance Leslie scored 10 points and 7 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Tiger Sharks have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place. Panthers lost sixth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with nine games lost.
Top scorers:
Tiger Sharks: K.Steward 33+10reb+2ast, J.Clifton 12+9reb+2ast, J.Wright 12+6reb, A.Edwards 5+3reb+3ast, K.John 5+4reb, M.Gordon 4+3reb
Panthers: E.Ariola 13+6reb+1ast, L.Chance 10+7reb+3ast, T.Julien 8+4reb, M.Williams 6+2reb, D.Sentino 4+5reb, B.Eugene 4+5reb

Dream Ballers - Red Taigaz 92-49

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Dream Ballers as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Dream Ballers smashed 7th ranked Red Taigaz in Dangriga 92-49. They outrebounded Red Taigaz 59-35 including a 49-26 advantage in defensive rebounds. Dream Ballers players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Red Taigaz's players. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Edgar Mitchell (-1993) who helped to win the game recording 13 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Forward Jahiem Ciego contributed with 17 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Four Dream Ballers players scored in double figures. American Jeremiah Toney (196-1998, college: Southwest, agency: One Motive Sports) answered with 25 points and 7 rebounds and forward Brandon Flowers (196-1995) added 6 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Red Taigaz. 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. As mentioned above they took over a top position. Red Taigaz lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with six games lost.
Top scorers:
Dream Ballers: C.Jahiem 17+6reb+3ast, E.Mitchell 13+6reb+9ast, K.Laurie 11+5reb+1ast, D.Woodson 11+9reb, D.Campbell 10+3reb+8ast, D.Conorque 9+8reb+3ast
Red Taigaz: J.Toney 25+7reb+1ast, B.Flowers 6+7reb, J.McKenzie 5+1ast, L.Jayden 4+3reb, J.Harris 4+2reb+1ast, S.Williams 3+5reb+1ast

Kyle Steward claims Belizean BEBL Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

American Kyle Steward (201-F/G-1995) put on an amazing game in the last round for Tiger Sharks and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 7.
The 27-year old swingman had a double-double of 33 points and ten rebounds, while his team outclassed Panthers (#8, 1-9) with 32-point margin 83-51. Tiger Sharks is placed at 5th position in Belizean BEBL. Tiger Sharks is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 4-4 record. Steward just recently signed at Tiger Sharks, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Kyle Steward averages this season 27.5ppg and 9.8rpg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was American swingman Mark Gordon (196-F/G) of Western Ballaz. Gordon impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 29 points and 10 rebounds. Bad luck as Western Ballaz was edged by slightly higher-ranked Defenders (#4, 5-4) 81-77. This loss caused Western Ballaz to drop to 6th position in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 4-5 record. Gordon is one of the most experienced players at Western Ballaz and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 28.4ppg (#1). His other stats are also decent: 8.9rpg and 3.2apg.

The third best performed player last round was American Nigel Jones (201-G/F-1990) of Defenders (#4). Jones scored 19 points and grabbed fifteen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Defenders, leading his team to a 81-77 win against slightly lower-ranked Western Ballaz (#6, 4-5). Defenders needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 5 victories and 4 lost games. Jones has a great season in Belize. After only 9 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 24.6ppg (3rd best) and rebounds with 11.4rpg (2nd best). He also has 1.8bpg and FGP: 59.0%. Jones attended one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Edgar Mitchell (G-1993) of Dream Ballers - 13 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists
5. Treandus Branch (G) of Defenders - 21 points and 9 rebounds
6. Jeremiah Toney (196-SF-1998) of Red Taigaz - 25 points and 7 rebounds
7. Richard Smith III (206-C/F-1992) of Western Ballaz - 12 points and 18 rebounds
8. Jahiem Ciego (F) of Dream Ballers - 17 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Jamell Harris (208-F/C-1991) of Hurricanes - 18 points and 7 rebounds
10. Alex Carcamo (203-F-1979) of Hurricanes - 12 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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Round 7 (Second Stage): Kangoeroes lose to Zwolle - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The biggest surprise took place in Zwolle where host Dutch Zwolle (2-5) edged league's leader Belgian Kangoeroes (6-1) 84-81 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Kangoeroes. Zwolle made 25-of-33 free shots (75.8 percent) during the game. Strangely Kangoeroes outrebounded Zwolle 37-22 including a 15-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. 24 personal fouls committed by Kangoeroes helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Croatian-American forward Duje Dukan (208-1991, college: Wisconsin) fired 30 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. point guard Boyd Van Der Vuurst (191-1999) chipped in 14 points and 7 assists. Nigerian center Richmond Aririguzoh (206-1998, college: Princeton) produced a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds for lost side. Kangoeroes' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Zwolle moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Yoast United. Kangoeroes at the other side still keep top position with one game lost. They share it with Aalst and Belfius Mons. They were replaced at the leadership position by Aalst. Kangoeroes will play next round against Groningen trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Zwolle will try to continue on its current victory against sixth ranked Oostende on the road.

Undefeated Belgian Belfius Mons-Hainaut (6-1) recorded its first loss on the court of sixth ranked Dutch BAL Weert. Visitors were defeated by BAL Weert 70-66. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Belfius Mons-Hainaut. Worth to mention a great performance of Belgian Noe Botuli (191-2000) who helped to win the game recording 25 points. Marques Wilson contributed with 18 points and 4 assists for the winners. BAL Weert's coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. American forward Steve Harris (201-1995, college: ESU) answered with 11 points and 8 rebounds for Belfius Mons-Hainaut. BAL Weert (2-3) moved-up to fifth place. Belfius Mons-Hainaut at the other side still keeps top position with one game lost. They share it with Aalst and Mechelen. BAL Weert will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Belfius Mons-Hainaut will play at home against Yoast United and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Eighth-ranked Dutch Den Helder (1-6) made lots of trouble for first ranked Belgian Okapi Aalst (6-1) on Saturday. The visitors from Aalst managed to secure only one-point victory 77-76. However their fans expected much easier game. It was a great evening for Ivan Maras who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds. At the losing side Dyon Halman responded with 16 points and 9 rebounds. Okapi Aalst maintains first place with 6-1 record, which they share with Mechelen and Belfius Mons. Loser Den Helder keeps the eighth position with six games lost. They share it with Den Bosch and Amsterdam. Okapi Aalst will meet at home Feyenoord (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Den Helder will play against the league's second-placed Liege Basket and hope to win that game.

Other games of round 7 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Antwerp crushed Leeuwarden in a road game 87-68. Den Bosch lost to Belgian defending champion Oostende at home 76-86. Charleroi lost to Groningen on the opponent's court 55-69. Feyenoord lost to undefeated Leuven in a home game 76-88. Brussels managed to beat Amsterdam on the road 86-75. ZZ Leiden defeated Limburg on its own court 59-55. Liege was smashed by Yoast United in Bemmel 101-71.
The best stats of 7th round was 32 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists by Vince Cole of Yoast United.

Zwolle - Mechelen 84-81

The biggest surprise took place in Zwolle where host Dutch Zwolle (2-5) edged league's leader Belgian Kangoeroes (6-1) 84-81 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Kangoeroes. Zwolle made 25-of-33 free shots (75.8 percent) during the game. Strangely Kangoeroes outrebounded Zwolle 37-22 including a 15-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. 24 personal fouls committed by Kangoeroes helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Croatian-American forward Duje Dukan (208-1991, college: Wisconsin) fired 30 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Point guard Boyd Van Der Vuurst (191-1999) chipped in 14 points and 7 assists. Nigerian center Richmond Aririguzoh (206-1998, college: Princeton) produced a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds and DR Congolese-Belgian Wen Boss Mukubu (198-1983, college: UAB) added 20 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Kangoeroes players scored in double figures. Kangoeroes' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Zwolle moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Yoast United. Kangoeroes at the other side still keep top position with one game lost. They share it with Aalst and Belfius Mons. They were replaced at the leadership position by Aalst. Kangoeroes will play next round against Groningen trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Zwolle will try to continue on its current victory against sixth ranked Oostende on the road.
Top scorers:
Zwolle: D.Dukan 30+9reb+3ast, B.Van Der Vuurst 14+2reb+7ast, D.Diculescu 10+1reb, F.Terins 9+2reb+4ast, C.Stolk 6+3reb+1ast, R.Van Overbeek 6+2ast
Mechelen: R.Aririguzoh 22+11reb+1ast, W.Boss Mukubu 20+5reb+2ast, J.Foerts 14+4reb+2ast, M.Palinckx 12+9reb, V.Buggenhout Jo 5+3reb+2ast, D.Davis 4+2reb+1ast

Leeuwarden - Antwerp 68-87

There was no surprise when bottom-ranked Dutch Leeuwarden (0-7) was crushed at home by leader Belgian Antwerp Giants (7-0) 87-68 on Friday. It was a great evening for German Ferdinand Zylka (191-1998) who led his team to a victory scoring 19 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Thijs De Ridder (203-2003) helped adding 17 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side Canadian guard Keevan Veinot (193-1998, college: Dalhousie) responded with 20 points and Australian forward Tom Kubank (201-1995, college: Mary) scored 13 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Antwerp Giants have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Leuven. Loser Leeuwarden still closes the standings with seven games lost. Antwerp Giants will meet at home Den Bosch (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Leeuwarden will play against Limburg United and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Antwerp: F.Zylka 19+6reb+1ast, D.Ridder Thijs 17+7reb+1ast, B.Anderson 13+1reb+7ast, R.Rogiers 10+3reb, I.Marinkovic 9+5reb, S.D'Espallier 9+5reb+2ast
Leeuwarden: K.Veinot 20+4reb+3ast, T.Kubank 13+2reb+1ast, K.Palsson 10+2reb+1ast, J.Dourisseau 5+4reb+2ast, B.Reinder 5+1reb+1ast, S.Doorson 5+8reb+1ast

Den Bosch - Oostende 76-86

No shocking result in a game when sixth ranked Belgian Oostende (5-2) defeated on the road 9th ranked Dutch Den Bosch (1-6) 86-76 on Friday. Oostende forced 20 Den Bosch turnovers. It was a great evening for American point guard Breein Tyree (188-1998, college: Ole Miss, agency: Octagon Europe) who led his team to a victory scoring 19 points. Pierre-Antoine Gillet (201-1991) helped adding 12 points. Four Oostende players scored in double figures. At the losing side Norwegian forward Chris-Ebou Ndow (201-1993, college: NW Missouri St.) responded with 20 points and 8 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and American forward Donte Thomas (201-1996, college: Bradley) scored 12 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending Belgian champion moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Groningen. Den Bosch lost third consecutive game. Defending Dutch champion dropped to the eighth position with six games lost. They share it with Amsterdam and Den Helder. Oostende will meet at home Zwolle (#8) in the next round. Den Bosch will play against the league's leader Antwerp Giants and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Oostende: B.Tyree 19+3reb+1ast, N.Jovanovic 12+4reb, P.Gillet 12+4reb+3ast, K.Van Der Vuurst 12+1reb+3ast, S.Buysse 8+2reb, V.Bleijenbergh 7+2reb+3ast
Den Bosch: C.Ndow 20+8reb+1ast, D.Thomas 12+5reb+1ast, T.van der Mars 10+3reb, V.Kohs 9+2reb+2ast, A.Price 9+4reb+2ast, E.Naar 7+2reb+5ast

Groningen - Charleroi 69-55

There was a minor upset when 4th placed Belgian Spirou Charleroi (3-4) was defeated on the road by sixth ranked Dutch Groningen (5-2) 69-55 on Saturday. Groningen dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Spirou Charleroi's 16. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was a great evening for American guard Stephaun Branch (196-1995, college: UWG, agency: Slash Sports) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals. His fellow American import forward Clay Mounce (201-1998, college: Furman) helped adding 13 points and 5 rebounds. Five Groningen players scored in double figures. At the losing side Puerto Rican-Panamanian point guard Jhivvan Jackson (183-1998, college: UTSA) responded with 15 points and 5 rebounds and Portuguese point guard Rafael Lisboa (184-1999) scored 8 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Groningen have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Oostende. Loser Spirou Charleroi keeps the fourth position with four games lost. Groningen will meet higher ranked Kangoeroes (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Spirou Charleroi will play against ZZ Leiden and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Groningen: S.Branch 14+10reb+4ast, C.Mounce 13+5reb+3ast, W.Brandwijk 10+7reb+2ast, V.Gaddefors 10+5reb+5ast, A.Magdevski 10+3reb+4ast, S.Hollanders 7
Charleroi: J.Jackson 15+5reb+2ast, M.Samardzic 11+1reb+1ast, R.Lisboa 8+3reb+3ast, A.Libert 5+1reb+3ast, Y.Schoepen 5+6reb, I.Archange 5+2reb

Feyenoord - Leuven 76-88

Very predictable result in Rotterdam where leader Belgian Leuven Bears (7-0) beat 9th ranked Dutch Feyenoord (1-5) 88-76 on Friday. Leuven Bears shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 58.3 percentage. The game was dominated by American players. It was a great evening for guard Brevin Pritzl (191-1996, college: Wisconsin) who led his team to a victory scoring 27 points. Guard KeVaughn Allen (188-1995, college: Florida) helped adding 27 points. Four Leuven Bears players scored in double figures. At the losing side swingman Trey Diggs (198-1999, college: BGSU) responded with 24 points and guard Shavar Reynolds Jr (188-1998, college: Monmouth, agency: Haylett Sports) scored 19 points and 4 assists. Leuven Bears have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Antwerp. Feyenoord lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with five games lost. Leuven Bears will meet at home Amsterdam (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Feyenoord will play against the league's leader Okapi Aalst and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Leuven: K.Allen 27+1reb+3ast, B.Pritzl 27+3reb+1ast, J.Fulkerson 13+2reb+2ast, J.Heath 10+4reb+8ast, T.Vanderhaegen 6+6reb+2ast, B.Roel 3+2reb
Feyenoord: T.Diggs 24+3reb+1ast, S.Reynolds Jr. 19+3reb+4ast, D.Eke 12+7reb+3ast, J.van der List 8+2reb+2ast, T.Bieshaar 6+3reb+3ast, D.Vreede Ivo 5+2reb

Amsterdam - Brussels 75-86

Not a big story in a game when 8th ranked Dutch Amsterdam (1-6) was defeated at home by fourth ranked Belgian Circus Brussels (4-3) 86-75 on Saturday. Circus Brussels made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. Circus Brussels looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was a great evening for Joel Ekamba-EyOombe (196-2001) who led his team to a victory scoring 20 points (made all of his seven free throws). American Daniel Laster (199-1996, college: Gardner-Webb) helped adding 17 points. Circus Brussels' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side forward Job Kayhan (201-2000) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds and American center Diante Bah (204-1997, college: Rowan) scored 13 points and 5 rebounds. Circus Brussels moved-up to third place, which they share with ZZ Leiden. Loser Amsterdam keeps the eighth position with six games lost. They share it with Den Bosch and Den Helder. Circus Brussels will meet at home Limburg United (#7) in the next round. Amsterdam will play against the league's second-placed Leuven Bears and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Brussels: J.Ekamba-Ey'Oombe 20+3reb+2ast, D.Laster 17+4reb, T.Deroover 13+3reb+1ast, D.Proleta 11+8reb+1ast, J.Kohajda 9+6reb+3ast, S.Llorente 9+3reb+5ast
Amsterdam: K.Job 15+12reb+3ast, S.Jibbe 14+3reb+2ast, D.Bah 13+5reb+2ast, M.Joris 8+1reb, P.Joost 8+4reb, D.Kumelis 6+5reb+5ast

ZZ Leiden - Limburg 59-55

There was a small surprise when seventh ranked Dutch ZZ Leiden (4-3) won against at home 5th ranked Belgian Limburg United (2-7) 59-55 on Saturday. It was a great evening for American center Tommy Rutherford (203-1997, college: UC Irvine, agency: One Motive Sports) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 14 rebounds. Point guard Maarten Bouwknecht (185-1994) helped adding 8 points and 6 assists. At the losing side center Toon Ceyssens (205-1997) responded with 11 points and 7 rebounds and American guard Alex Stein (191-1997, college: S.Indiana) scored 14 points. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. ZZ Leiden moved-up to third place, which they share with Brussels. Limburg United lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with seven games lost. ZZ Leiden will meet Spirou Charleroi (#4) on the road in the next round. Limburg United will play against Circus Brussels and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
ZZ Leiden: D.Hammond 14+1reb+1ast, T.Rutherford 10+14reb+1ast, M.Bouwknecht 8+3reb+6ast, L.Van Bree 8+1reb, E.Venskus 7+5reb, D.Collins 5+5reb
Limburg: A.Stein 14+4reb+1ast, L.Dedroog 12+3reb+2ast, T.Ceyssens 11+7reb+1ast, Y.Desiron 4+1reb, J.Delalieux 4+5reb+2ast, L.Wout 4+6reb+2ast

BAL Weert - Belfius Mons 70-66

Undefeated Belgian Belfius Mons-Hainaut (6-1) recorded its first loss on the court of sixth ranked Dutch BAL Weert. Visitors were defeated by BAL Weert 70-66. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Belfius Mons-Hainaut. Worth to mention a great performance of Belgian Noe Botuli (191-2000) who helped to win the game recording 25 points. American guard Marques Wilson (194-1998, college: Lehigh) contributed with 18 points and 4 assists for the winners. BAL Weert's coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. American forward Steve Harris (201-1995, college: ESU) answered with 11 points and 8 rebounds and the other American import guard Keith Braxton (196-1997, college: SFU) added 11 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Belfius Mons-Hainaut. BAL Weert (2-3) moved-up to fifth place. Belfius Mons-Hainaut at the other side still keeps top position with one game lost. They share it with Aalst and Mechelen. BAL Weert will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Belfius Mons-Hainaut will play at home against Yoast United and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
BAL Weert: N.Botuli 25+3reb+1ast, M.Wilson 18+4reb+4ast, S.Armin 8+1reb+1ast, B.Filip 7+1reb, W.Miller 6+9reb+2ast, N.Masnic 5+5reb+1ast
Belfius Mons: A.Gavrilovic 12+6reb, S.Harris 11+8reb, K.Braxton 11+6reb+1ast, Z.Mortant 9+2reb+7ast, J.Zubac 9+5reb+2ast, M.Depuydt 7+1reb+1ast

Den Helder - Aalst 76-77

Eighth-ranked Dutch Den Helder (1-6) made lots of trouble for first ranked Belgian Okapi Aalst (6-1) on Saturday. The visitors from Aalst managed to secure only one-point victory 77-76. However their fans expected much easier game. Okapi Aalst made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Okapi Aalst outrebounded Den Helder 42-26 including 28 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for Montenegrin Ivan Maras (207-1986) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds. American forward Josh Price (205-1996, college: S.Indiana) helped adding 19 points and 9 rebounds. At the losing side center Dyon Halman (205-1994) responded with 16 points and 9 rebounds and British-Dutch guard Sam Van Oostrum (196-1998, college: FPU) scored 11 points and 5 assists. Five Den Helder players scored in double figures. Okapi Aalst maintains first place with 6-1 record, which they share with Mechelen and Belfius Mons. Loser Den Helder keeps the eighth position with six games lost. They share it with Den Bosch and Amsterdam. Okapi Aalst will meet at home Feyenoord (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Den Helder will play against the league's second-placed Liege Basket and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Aalst: J.Price 19+9reb+1ast, D.Marchant 18+5reb+4ast, I.Maras 17+11reb+3ast, J.Walker 9+4reb+2ast, J.Vermoesen 6+2reb+3ast, L.Siebe 5+8reb+3ast
Den Helder: D.Halman 16+9reb+2ast, J.Biss 14+5reb, S.Huurman 13+3reb+3ast, S.Van Oostrum 11+4reb+5ast, N.Gorissen 10+1reb+5ast, K.Troy 7+2reb+2ast

Yoast United - Liege 101-71

There was an upset in Bemmel where much higher ranked Belgian Liege Basket (4-2) was crushed by seventh ranked Dutch Yoast United (2-5) 101-71 on Sunday. Yoast United outrebounded Liege Basket 44-31 including a 32-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was a great evening for American swingman Vince Cole (198-1998, college: Coastal) who led his team to a victory scoring 32 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Cuban-Belgian point guard Sigfredo Casero-Ortiz (185-1997) helped adding 21 points, 7 assists and 5 steals. Four Yoast United players scored in double figures. At the losing side Puerto Rican point guard Angel Rodriguez (180-1992, college: Miami, FL, agency: Octagon Europe) responded with 15 points and 5 assists and American center Jamelle Hagins (206-1990, college: Delaware, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 18 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Yoast United moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Zwolle. Loser Liege Basket keeps the second position with two games lost. Yoast United will meet higher ranked Belfius Mons-Hainaut (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Liege Basket will play against Den Helder and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Yoast United: V.Cole 32+6reb+4ast, S.Casero-Ortiz 21+2reb+7ast, V.Johnson 15+5reb, F.Lacis 11+9reb+2ast, W.Nossek 9+7reb+2ast, B.Van Schaik 8+4reb+2ast
Liege: J.Hagins 18+2reb, A.Rodriguez 15+2reb+5ast, B.Bogaerts 14+2reb+1ast, N.Moussa 6+8reb+2ast, A.John 5+4reb+1ast, N.Dragan 5+2reb

Duje Dukan claims BNXT-League weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Experienced Croatian-American Duje Dukan (208-F-1991) put on an amazing game in the last round for Zwolle and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 7 (Second Stage).
The 31-year old forward had the game-high 30 points adding nine rebounds and three assists for Zwolle in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Mechelen (#3, 6-1) 84-81. Zwolle is placed at 8th position in BNXT-League. The team may have a chance to improve their current position in the standings in Second Stage. They lost 5 games and had just two victories. In the team's last game Dukan had a remarkable five three-pointers out of 8 attempts. He turned to be Zwolle's top player in his first season with the team. Duje Dukan averages this season 16.0ppg and 5.6rpg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American guard Stephaun Branch (196-G-1995, agency: Slash Sports) of Groningen. Branch impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 14 points and 10 rebounds. Of course he led Groningen to another comfortable win 69-55 over slightly higher-ranked Charleroi (#4, 3-4) being unquestionably team leader. This victory allowed Groningen to move up to 5th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 5-2 record is not bad and everything may still change. Branch is one of the most experienced players at Groningen and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was Montenegrin Ivan Maras (207-PF-1986) of top-ranked Aalst. Maras scored 17 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Aalst, leading his team to a 77-76 win against the lower-ranked Den Helder (#9, 1-6). Aalst confirms their top position in the standings. Maras has a great season in BNXT-League. After 25 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 10.6rpg (3rd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Noe Botuli (191-SF-2000) of BAL Weert - 25 points and 3 rebounds
5. Vince Cole (198-G/F-1998) of Yoast United - 32 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Sigfredo Casero-Ortiz (185-PG-1997) of Yoast United - 21 points, 2 rebounds and 7 assists
7. Job Kayhan (201-F-2000) of Amsterdam - 15 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Richmond Aririguzoh (206-C-1998) of Mechelen - 22 points and 11 rebounds
9. KeVaughn Allen (188-G-1995) of Leuven - 27 points and 3 assists
10. Chris-Ebou Ndow (201-F-1993) of Den Bosch - 20 points and 8 rebounds

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

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BOLIVIA

Libobasquet Round 6: Pichincha edge Leones by three points - by Eurobasket News

What a coincidence that all visitors won their games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 6 in the Libobasquet took place in Potosi. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of 10th ranked Leones (1-5) to second ranked Pichincha (4-2) 73-70 on Saturday evening. Guest team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. The best player for the winners was the former international swingman Rene Calvo (193-1993) who scored 15 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. American swingman Eric Lovett (196, college: FIU) chipped in 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international point guard Ronald Arze (175-1993) who recorded 16 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Pichincha have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 4-2 record having just one point less than leader CAN Oruro. Leones lost fourth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with five games lost.
The game with biggest result difference took place in Cochabamba. Local San Simon (2-3) lost to ninth ranked Calero (2-3) 90-86. It was a good game for American guard Trey Jones (188-1998, college: Bluefield) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds. Agustin Carreon contributed with 21 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Serbian power forward Milos Petkovic (204-1991) replied with 29 points and 8 rebounds for San Simon. Calero moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated San Simon. San Simon lost third consecutive game.

Leones - Pichincha 70-73

The most exciting game of round 6 in the Libobasquet took place in Potosi. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of 10th ranked Leones (1-5) to second ranked Pichincha (4-2) 73-70 on Saturday evening. Guest team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. The best player for the winners was the former international swingman Rene Calvo (193-1993) who scored 15 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. American swingman Eric Lovett (196, college: FIU) chipped in 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Pichincha players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international point guard Ronald Arze (175-1993) who recorded 16 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and American forward James Edmond (205-1991, college: Lincoln, MO) added 15 points respectively. Pichincha have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 4-2 record having just one point less than leader CAN Oruro. Leones lost fourth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with five games lost.
Top scorers:
Leones: R.Arze 16+7reb+5ast, J.Edmond 15+4reb, A.Ribera 9+6reb+2ast, L.Chappottin 9+3reb, S.Collins 8+3reb, V.Michael 6+4reb+4ast
Pichincha: R.Calvo 15+7reb+4ast, E.Lovett 12+9reb+4ast, L.Fuertes 12+4reb, J.Perez 12+8reb+1ast, A.Veizaga 9+1reb+1ast, J.Greenfield 9+2reb+5ast

San Simon - Calero 86-90

The game with biggest result difference took place in Cochabamba. Local San Simon (2-3) lost to ninth ranked Calero (2-3) 90-86. It was a good game for American guard Trey Jones (188-1998, college: Bluefield) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds. Guard Agustin Carreon (190-2000) contributed with 21 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Serbian power forward Milos Petkovic (204-1991) replied with 29 points and 8 rebounds and forward Andres Trujillo (184-1999) added 16 points in the effort for San Simon. Four San Simon players scored in double figures. Calero moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated San Simon. San Simon lost third consecutive game.
Top scorers:
San Simon: M.Petkovic 29+8reb+1ast, A.Trujillo 16+3reb+3ast, J.Zorrilla 14+2reb+3ast, P.Gutierrez 11+6reb+5ast, L.Gallardo 9+7reb+6ast, M.Guillen 5+3reb+1ast
Calero: T.Jones 35+10reb+1ast, A.Carreon 21+5reb+2ast, F.De Paula 14+9reb+1ast, M.Ortiz 5+5reb+1ast, C.Romero 5+3reb+1ast, E.Brandon 5+2reb+3ast

Trey Jones claims Bolivian Libobasquet Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

American Trey Jones (188-G-1998) had an amazing evening in the last round for Calero and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 6.
The 24-year old guard had a double-double of 35 points and ten rebounds, while his team edged out San Simon (2-3) 90-86. Calero is placed at 8th position in Bolivian Libobasquet. Calero is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 2-3 record. In the team's last game Jones had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range and got six three-pointers out of 14 attempts. He just recently signed at Calero, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Bluefield College graduate has very impressive stats this year. Jones is in league's top in points (6th best: 20.4ppg) and averages solid 54.9% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Serbian power forward Milos Petkovic (204-F/C-1991) of San Simon. Petkovic impressed basketball fans with 29 points and 8 rebounds. Bad luck as San Simon was edged by Calero (2-3) 90-86. San Simon 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 2-3 record. Petkovic is one of the most experienced players at San Simon and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 21.5ppg (#5). He also registered 9.8 boards per game.

The third best performed player last round was another Calero's star - Brazilian Felipe De Paula (202-PF-1991). De Paula scored 14 points and grabbed nine rebounds. He was another key player of Calero, helping his team with a 90-86 win against San Simon (2-3). The chances of Calero ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 3 games, recording just two victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, De Paula could help Calero to bring them higher in the standings. De Paula has a great season in Bolivia. After only 5 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 11.4rpg (3rd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Ronald Arze (175-PG-1993) of Leones - 16 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Jose Perez (191-G/F-2000) of Pichincha - 12 points and 8 rebounds
6. Agustin Carreon (190-G-2000) of Calero - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Lucas Gallardo (199-F-2001) of San Simon - 9 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists
8. Rene Calvo (193-F/G-1993) of Pichincha - 15 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Jonathan Greenfield (190-G/F) of Pichincha - 9 points, 2 rebounds and 5 assists
10. Jose Zorrilla (188-G-2001) of San Simon - 14 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists

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

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BRAZIL

Paulista Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Dalaqua ALMENTRA

Osasco
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Avg: 20.0

20.0

17.2

15.4

15.4

14.8

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

22-year old power forward Maozinha Pereira (200-PF-2000) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Corinthians and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 33.
He had a double-double of 23 points and 15 rebounds, while his team crushed Brasilia (#16, 7-25) with 17-point margin 90-73. Corinthians maintains the 8th position in Brazilian league. Corinthians is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 17-15 record. In the team's last game Pereira had a remarkable 72.7% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Pereira has impressive league stats. He leads league in rebounds with 9.9rpg. Pereira is in league's top in and averages solid 1.2bpg and 73.8% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Dexter McClanahan (193-F/G-1997) of Fortaleza. He is American swingman in his first season at Fortaleza. In the last game McClanahan recorded impressive 30 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists. Bad luck as Fortaleza lost that game 75-91 to slightly higher-ranked U.Corinthians (#13, 10-22). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Fortaleza keeps 14th position. 23 lost games are too many comparing to just nine victories Fortaleza managed to get this year. McClanahan is a newcomer at Fortaleza and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 21.4ppg (#1).

Third place about best performers goes to guard Diego Figueredo (185-PG-1991, agency: BIG) of Sao Jose (#10). Figueredo showcased his all-around game by recording 19 points, five rebounds and twelve assists (!!!) in the last round. He was a key player of Sao Jose, leading his team to a 92-80 win against the lower-ranked Rio Claro (#15, 7-25). The chances of Sao Jose ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 17 games, recording just fifteen victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Figueredo could help Sao Jose to bring them higher in the standings. Figueredo has a great season in Brazil. After 32 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 6.1apg (5th best). He also has FGP: 54.8% and 3PT: 41.4%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Elinho Corazza (191-PG-1989) of Sao Paulo - 14 points, 4 rebounds and 12 assists
5. Cassiano Bueno (189-PG-1997) of Rio Claro - 22 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists
6. Tulio Da Silva (203-F-1996) of Sao Paulo - 17 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Vithor Lersch (184-PG-1995) of U.Corinthians - 14 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists
8. Gui Abreu (199-PF-1999) of Paulistano - 15 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Kevin Crescenzi (192-G-1993) of Paulistano - 13 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists
10. William Green (201-PF-1991) of Sao Jose - 16 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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BULGARIA

Manny Suarez claims Bulgarian NBL weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Chilean-Spanish Manny Suarez (208-C-1993) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for league's second-best Balkan and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 28.
The 29-year old center had the game-high 33 points adding four rebounds for Balkan in his team's victory, helping them to outclass Cherno More (#10, 6-21) with 29-point margin 105-76. Balkan maintains the 2nd position in Bulgarian NBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Balkan will need more victories to improve their 20-7 record. In the team's last game Suarez had a remarkable 87.5% from 2-point range. He turned to be Balkan's top player in his first season with the team. Creighton University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Suarez is in league's top in rebounds (3rd best: 8.7rpg) and averages solid 1.4bpg and 69.0% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Bahamas center Zane Knowles (208-C-1992, agency: BIG) of CSKA. Knowles impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 23 points and 10 rebounds. It was enough for CSKA to edge slightly lower-ranked Chernomorets (#4, 16-11) by 2 points 88-86. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. CSKA consolidated its place in top 3 of the standings. His team's 19-8 record is not bad at all. Knowles is a newcomer at CSKA and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders.

The third best performed player last round was international forward Martin Yordanov (207-F/C-2002, agency: BIG) of Cherno More (#10). Yordanov scored 18 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). Despite Yordanov's great performance Cherno More lost 76-105 to the higher-ranked Balkan (#2, 20-7). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Cherno More can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 6-21 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Yordanov has a very solid season. In 26 games in Bulgaria he scored 10.2ppg. He also has 5.4rpg and FGP: 67.3%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Demajeo Wiggins (208-F-1997) of Rilski - 25 points and 7 rebounds
5. Georgi Boyanov (201-F-1993) of Chernomorets - 28 points and 8 rebounds
6. Krastomir Mihov (194-G-2004) of Akademik P. - 19 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Brandon Randolph (187-G-1995) of Rilski - 18 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Ivan Spirov (202-C-2003) of Cherno More - 19 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Brandon Young (192-G-1991) of CSKA - 14 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists
10. Nikolay Grozev (200-SF-1994) of Balkan - 11 points, 9 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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Stats Leaders - DIMAYOR

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Stephen MAXWELL

Ancud
(201-F-1993)
Avg: 25.3

25.3

22.5

21.9

21.6

21.5

Chilean LNB round 22 best performance: Roquez Johnson - by Eurobasket News

American Center Roquez Johnson (201-C-1992, agency: BIG) put on an amazing game in the last round for Valdivia, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 22.
The 30-year old player had a double-double of 30 points and 20 rebounds, while his team crushed Quilicura (#10, 10-10) with 23-point margin 79-56. Valdivia maintains the 7th position in Chilean LNB. Valdivia is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 12-10 record. In the team's last game Johnson had a remarkable 57.9% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Valdivia, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Former Mississippi State University star has very solid stats this year. Johnson is in league's top in points (9th best: 19.2ppg), rebounds (8th best: 10.5rpg) and averages impressive 1.5bpg and 57.0% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Marquez Letcher-Ellis (203-F-1997) of Puente Alto. Letcher-Ellis had a very good evening with a double-double of 20 points and 16 rebounds. It was enough for Puente Alto to edge the lower-ranked Valdivia (#7, 12-10) 77-75. Puente Alto's 4th position in the standings has not changed. His team's 15-6 record is not bad at all. Letcher-Ellis is a newcomer at Puente Alto, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was Argentinian forward Cristian Amicucci (200-F/C-1985) of Las Animas (#5). Amicucci scored 18 points and grabbed thirteen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Las Animas, leading his team to a 101-66 easy win against the lower-ranked Espanol T. (#13, 4-15). Las Animas needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 15 victories and 8 lost games. Amicucci has a great season in Chile. After 23 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 19.3ppg (8th best) and rebounds with 12.2rpg (5th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Nicolas Gimenez (203-F/C-1994) of Espanol T. - 26 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Carlos Milano (198-PF) of Concepcion - 16 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Bryan Carabali (212-C-1999) of Castro - 12 points and 15 rebounds
7. Anthony Lee (206-F/C-1991) of Espanol O. - 19 points and 10 rebounds
8. Pablo Barraza (184-SG-1994) of Ancud - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Miles Bowman Jr. (198-F-1993) of Concepcion - 24 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Shawn Glover (201-F-1990) of Las Animas - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists

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

LNB Round 23: Leader Concepcion gets another victory - by Eurobasket News

The round 23 was rather boring as all games ended with very predictable results. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Leader Concepcion delivered the twentieth win on Sunday night. This time they crushed 12th ranked Catolica (6-16) 91-62. Concepcion looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Jerry Evans (203-1990, college: Nevada) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds. Venezuelan Carlos Milano (198) chipped in 13 points and 12 rebounds. Forward Vicente Damianovic (-1997) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Defending champion maintains first place with 20-2 record. Catolica at the other side keeps the twelfth position with 16 games lost. Concepcion are looking forward to face Espanol O. (#6) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Catolica will play against Tinguiririca (#14) in San Fernando and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game with biggest result difference took place in Puerto Montt. Local Puerto Montt (7-16) was outscored by eighth ranked Castro (11-10) 107-65. Ecuadorian center Bryan Carabali (212-1999) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 16 rebounds, 4 assists and 7 blocks. Luis Merida contributed with 19 points for the winners. Forward Sebastian Gomez (-2000) answered with 14 points and 5 rebounds for Puerto Montt. 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. Castro maintains eighth place with 11-10 record. Puerto Montt lost third consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 16 games lost. Castro will play against bottom-ranked Temuco (#15) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Puerto Montt will play against Quilicura (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Other games of round 23 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Espanol T. were crushed by Espanol O. in a road game 102-69. Las Animas beat Tinguiririca at home 96-79. Ancud won against Puerto Varas on the opponent's court 75-60.
The best stats of 23th round was 33 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds by Tavrion Dawson of Ancud.

Puerto Montt - Castro 65-107

The game with biggest result difference took place in Puerto Montt. Local Puerto Montt (7-16) was outscored by eighth ranked Castro (11-10) 107-65. Castro shot 64.1 percent from the field. It was a great shooting night for Castro especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.4 percentage. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. They brought some defensive toughness making 10 blocks. Ecuadorian center Bryan Carabali (212-1999) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 16 rebounds, 4 assists and 7 blocks. Venezuelan Luis Merida (190) contributed with 19 points for the winners. Four Castro players scored in double figures. Forward Sebastian Gomez (-2000) answered with 14 points and 5 rebounds and American forward Josh Morris (203-1993, college: UTPB) added 10 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Puerto Montt. 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. Castro maintains eighth place with 11-10 record. Puerto Montt lost third consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 16 games lost. Castro will play against bottom-ranked Temuco (#15) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Puerto Montt will play against Quilicura (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Puerto Montt: G.Sebastian 14+5reb+3ast, R.Baker 11+3reb+4ast, J.Morris 10+8reb+1ast, C.Torres 9+2reb+5ast, C.Martin 8+10reb, S.Cristobal 4+2reb+1ast
Castro: L.Merida 19+2reb+1ast, C.Bryan 13+16reb+4ast, S.Lloyd 12+1reb+4ast, G.Hermosillas 11+1reb, G.Diaz 11+3reb+4ast, V.Guaico 10+2reb

Espanol O. - Espanol T. 102-69

There was no surprise when 13th ranked Espanol T. (4-15) was crushed on the road by seventh ranked Espanol O. (13-12) 102-69. Espanol O. dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Espanol T.'s 30. Espanol O. forced 21 Espanol T. turnovers and outrebounded them 43-29 including 28 on the defensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 29 assists. American forward DeAndre Daniels (206-1992, college: UConn, agency: BIG) orchestrated the victory by scoring 38 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds. Point guard Hector Gomez (188-1987) contributed with 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Argentinian power forward Nicolas Gimenez (203-1994, agency: BIG) answered with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and Argentinian forward Lucas Cabanas added 13 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists in the effort for Espanol T.Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Espanol O. moved-up to sixth place. Espanol T. lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth position with 15 games lost. Espanol O. will play against league's leader Concepcion on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Espanol T. will play against the league's second-placed Los Leones (#2) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Espanol T.: N.Gimenez 28+10reb+4ast, L.Cabanas 13+7reb+10ast, D.Simon 11+2reb, D.Matias 10+2reb+2ast, A.Jaime 4+5reb, C.Cofre 3+2reb
Espanol O.: D.Daniels 38+9reb+2ast, H.Gomez 14+5reb+4ast, C.Lauler 13+2reb+6ast, A.Lee 13+7reb, J.Holt 5+2reb, J.Cardenas 5+3reb+4ast

Las Animas - Tinguiririca 96-79

No shocking result in a game in Valdivia where fifth ranked Las Animas (15-8) defeated 14th ranked Tinguiririca (3-18) 96-79. Las Animas dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Tinguiririca's 52. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 30 assists comparing to just 17 passes made by Tinguiririca's players. American forward Shawn Glover (201-1990, college: ORU, agency: Haylett Sports) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points and 5 assists. Argentinian power forward Cristian Amicucci (200-1985) contributed with a double-double by scoring 12 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. The former international forward Gianncarlo Caraboni answered with 32 points and guard Felipe Gonzalez Flores (180-1994) added 18 points and 5 assists in the effort for Tinguiririca. Five Las Animas and four Tinguiririca players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Las Animas have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain fifth place with 15-8 record. Tinguiririca lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth position with 18 games lost. Las Animas will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tinguiririca will play at home against Catolica (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Tinguiririca: G.Caraboni 32+2reb+3ast, F.Gonzalez Flores 18+4reb+5ast, S.Chialva 11+12reb+4ast, A.Ibanez 10+3reb+2ast, F.Gonzalez Burgos 4+6reb+2ast, S.Fernandez 4
Las Animas: S.Glover 22+4reb+5ast, A.Vergara 22+2reb+3ast, L.Eduardo 16+8reb+2ast, D.Low 12+5reb+5ast, C.Amicucci 12+10reb+6ast, C.Schoppler 7+3reb+8ast

Concepcion - Catolica 91-62

Leader Concepcion delivered the twentieth win on Sunday night. This time they crushed 12th ranked Catolica (6-16) 91-62. Concepcion looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Jerry Evans (203-1990, college: Nevada) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds. Venezuelan Carlos Milano (198) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds. Forward Vicente Damianovic (-1997) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds and American forward TJ Robinson (203-1989, college: LBSU) added 9 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Defending champion maintains first place with 20-2 record. Catolica at the other side keeps the twelfth position with 16 games lost. Concepcion are looking forward to face Espanol O. (#6) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Catolica will play against Tinguiririca (#14) in San Fernando and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Catolica: D.Vicente 15+12reb+3ast, M.Payton 12+3ast, A.Pierce 12+3reb, T.Robinson 9+9reb, A.Pablo 6+6reb+3ast, L.Cifuentes 3
Concepcion: J.Evans 25+10reb+2ast, D.Silva 14+2reb+2ast, C.Milano 13+12reb+1ast, E.Marechal 11+4reb, E.Luzcando 9+2reb+9ast, S.Lino 9+2reb+1ast

Puerto Varas - Ancud 60-75

Very expected game when 10th ranked Puerto Varas (11-12) were defeated at home by third ranked Ancud (16-5) 75-60. American power forward Tavrion Dawson (202-1996, college: CSUN, agency: One Motive Sports) orchestrated the victory by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds. Argentinian point guard Rodrigo Gallegos (186-1991) contributed with 14 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners. The former international Antonio Pinedo (195) answered with 24 points and the former international power forward Juan Fontena (196-1987) added 8 points and 12 rebounds in the effort for Puerto Varas. Puerto Varas' coach Leonardo Monsalvez rotated ten players and allowed the starting five to rest. Ancud have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain third place with 16-5 record having five points less than leader Concepcion. Puerto Varas lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with 12 games lost. Ancud will play against Valdivia (#7) on the road in the next round. Puerto Varas will play against Puente Alto and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Puerto Varas: A.Pinedo 24+3reb+2ast, E.Amado 11+1reb+2ast, T.Rossi 9+9reb+1ast, J.Fontena 8+12reb+2ast, M.Trelles 4+5reb+5ast, N.Martinez 3+6reb+4ast
Ancud: T.Dawson 33+8reb+2ast, R.Gallegos 14+6reb+9ast, S.Suarez 12+7reb+1ast, P.Barraza 5+4reb+1ast, F.Alippi 5+4reb, F.Pavez 4+4reb+2ast

LNB Round 22: Puente Alto defeat Valdivia in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 22 in the LNB took place in Puente Alto. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 7th ranked Valdivia (12-10) to fourth ranked Puente Alto (15-6) 77-75 on Friday evening. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Puente Alto made 9 blocks. American forward Marquez Letcher-Ellis (203-1997, college: Nevada) had a double-double by scoring 20 points, 16 rebounds and 7 blocks to lead the charge for the winners and forward Renato Munoz (-2003) chipped in 15 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side Argentinian Juan Manuel Rivero (191-1985) responded with 23 points. Puente Alto have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 15-6 record. Valdivia at the other side keeps the seventh place with ten games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Concepcion. First ranked host Concepcion (20-2) smashed their biggest opponent Los Leones (17-4) 92-73. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Los Leones. Venezuelan Carlos Milano (198) notched a double-double by scoring 16 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and Miles Bowman Jr supported him with 24 points and 6 rebounds. Even 16 points and 5 rebounds by American Tyrone Lee (203-1990, college: GVSU) did not help to save the game for Los Leones. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending champion maintains first position with 20-2 record. Los Leones at the other side keep the second place with four games lost. Concepcion will play against Catolica (#12) in Santiago in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Los Leones will have a break next round.
Fifth ranked Las Animas (15-8) crushed at home 13th ranked Espanol T. (4-15) by 35 points 101-66, which is the biggest margin this round on Saturday night. Cristian Amicucci fired a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Nicolas Gimenez produced 26 points 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. Las Animas have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 15-8 record. Espanol T. lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth place with 15 games lost. Las Animas will meet at home Tinguiririca (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Espanol T. will play against Espanol O. and hope to secure a win.

In the last two games of round 22 Valdivia destroyed Quilicura on the opponent's court 79-56. Espanol O. outscored Tinguiririca in a home game 98-66.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 19 points and 10 rebounds by Anthony Lee of Espanol O..

Puente Alto - Valdivia 77-75

The most exciting game of round 22 in the LNB took place in Puente Alto. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 7th ranked Valdivia (12-10) to fourth ranked Puente Alto (15-6) 77-75 on Friday evening. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Puente Alto made 9 blocks. American forward Marquez Letcher-Ellis (203-1997, college: Nevada) had a double-double by scoring 20 points, 16 rebounds and 7 blocks to lead the charge for the winners and forward Renato Munoz (-2003) chipped in 15 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Five Puente Alto players scored in double figures. At the losing side Argentinian Juan Manuel Rivero (191-1985) responded with 23 points and the former international point guard Pedro Sandoval (180-1989) scored 17 points and 6 assists. Puente Alto have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 15-6 record. Valdivia at the other side keeps the seventh place with ten games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Puente Alto: M.Letcher-Ellis 20+16reb+1ast, M.Renato 15+5reb+1ast, P.Joaquin 14+4reb+3ast, A.Danridge 14+3reb+1ast, D.McKinney 12+2reb, A.Ignacio 2+2reb+3ast
Valdivia: J.Manuel Rivero 23+4reb+3ast, P.Sandoval 17+1reb+6ast, G.Isla 9+5reb+1ast, R.Johnson 8+8reb+1ast, C.Soto 6+2reb+2ast, M.Fabian 5

Concepcion - Los Leones 92-73

The game between Top Four teams took place in Concepcion. First ranked host Concepcion (20-2) smashed their biggest opponent Los Leones (17-4) 92-73. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Los Leones. Concepcion dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Los Leones' 22. Concepcion had a 36-23 advantage in offensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three nailing 12 long-distance shots on high 63.2 percentage. Venezuelan Carlos Milano (198) notched a double-double by scoring 16 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and American forward Miles Bowman Jr (198-1993, college: High Point) supported him with 24 points and 6 rebounds. Five Concepcion players scored in double figures. Even 16 points and 5 rebounds by American Tyrone Lee (203-1990, college: GVSU) did not help to save the game for Los Leones. American-Argentinian guard Romeao Ferguson (196-1997, college: Lipscomb) added 8 points and 10 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending champion maintains first position with 20-2 record. Los Leones at the other side keep the second place with four games lost. Concepcion will play against Catolica (#12) in Santiago in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Los Leones will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Concepcion: M.Bowman Jr. 24+6reb+2ast, C.Milano 16+16reb+4ast, J.Evans 15+11reb, E.Luzcando 12+3reb+4ast, D.Silva 11+3ast, S.Carrasco 6+1reb+1ast
Los Leones: T.Lee 16+5reb+3ast, D.Jones 16+2reb+1ast, M.Kennedy 10+5reb, T.Alvarez 8, R.Ferguson 8+10reb+1ast, R.Nicolas 6+2reb+4ast

Quilicura - Valdivia 56-79

Rather expected game when 9th ranked Quilicura (10-10) was crushed at home by seventh ranked Valdivia (12-10) 79-56 on Saturday. Valdivia held Quilicura to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 46.9 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Quilicura 53-38 including a 43-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. American center Roquez Johnson (201-1992, college: MSU, agency: BIG) fired a double-double by scoring 30 points and 20 rebounds for the winners. The former international point guard Pedro Sandoval (180-1989) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Valdivia's coach Gabriel Schamberger felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. American forward Chris Perry (203-1994, college: LMU) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds and the former international guard Pablo Coro (190-1990, college: BYU-Hawaii) added 20 points respectively for lost side. Valdivia maintains seventh position with 12-10 record. Loser Quilicura keeps the ninth place with ten games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Valdivia: R.Johnson 30+20reb+1ast, P.Sandoval 18+10reb+4ast, C.Segovia 8+2reb+1ast, J.Manuel Rivero 7+5reb+3ast, G.Isla 6+8reb+1ast, U.Marco 4
Quilicura: P.Coro 20+3reb+2ast, C.Perry 17+13reb+1ast, F.Schuler 7+4reb+2ast, F.Facundo 4+2reb, S.Fowler 3+8reb, M.Agustin 3

Las Animas - Espanol T. 101-66

Fifth ranked Las Animas (15-8) crushed at home 13th ranked Espanol T. (4-15) by 35 points 101-66, which is the biggest margin this round on Saturday night. Las Animas dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Espanol T.'s 16. They outrebounded Espanol T. 41-27 including a 33-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Las Animas shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 52.2 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Argentinian power forward Cristian Amicucci (200-1985) fired a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. American forward Shawn Glover (201-1990, college: ORU, agency: Haylett Sports) chipped in 20 points and 5 rebounds. Four Las Animas players scored in double figures. Argentinian power forward Nicolas Gimenez (203-1994, agency: BIG) produced 26 points and forward Jaime Avendano (-1999) added 20 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Las Animas have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 15-8 record. Espanol T. lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth place with 15 games lost. Las Animas will meet at home Tinguiririca (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Espanol T. will play against Espanol O. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Las Animas: S.Glover 20+5reb+3ast, C.Amicucci 18+13reb+2ast, C.Naranjo 14+3ast, L.Eduardo 13+3reb+1ast, C.Schoppler 8+2reb+2ast, A.Vergara 8+2reb+1ast
Espanol T.: N.Gimenez 26+4reb+2ast, A.Jaime 20+6reb+1ast, L.Cabanas 7+7reb+5ast, S.Lucas 5+1ast, U.Cristobal 5+1reb, C.Ignacio 3+3reb

Espanol O. - Tinguiririca 98-66

Very predictable result when seventh ranked Espanol O. (13-12) smashed at home 14th ranked Tinguiririca (3-18) 98-66 on Saturday. They outrebounded Tinguiririca 46-32 including 34 on the defensive glass. Espanol O. looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Tinguiririca's players. American power forward Anthony Lee (206-1991, college: Ohio St., agency: BIG) fired a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. The other American import forward DeAndre Daniels (206-1992, college: UConn, agency: BIG) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points and 13 rebounds. Four Espanol O. players scored in double figures. The former international forward Gianncarlo Caraboni produced 33 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds and center Sergio Chialva (-1994) added 15 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Espanol O. moved-up to sixth place. Tinguiririca lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth position with 18 games lost. Espanol O. will meet at home Espanol T. (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Tinguiririca will play against Las Animas in Valdivia and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Espanol O.: A.Lee 19+10reb+1ast, H.Gomez 14+2reb+2ast, R.Munoz 11+4reb+5ast, D.Daniels 11+13reb+1ast, M.Cristobal 9+3reb+3ast, C.Lauler 8+4reb
Tinguiririca: G.Caraboni 33+8reb+3ast, S.Chialva 15+7reb+3ast, A.Ibanez 6+5reb, F.Gonzalez Burgos 6+5reb+3ast, F.Gonzalez Flores 5+1reb+5ast, S.Fernandez 1

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Stats Leaders - CBA

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Antonio BLAKENEY

Jiangsu
(193-G-1996)
Avg: 32.1

32.1

31.8

28.7

26.8

24.2

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LSB Round 12: Metropoli defeat Grecia in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 5th ranked Grecia (4-7) to eighth ranked Metropoli (3-8) 68-65 on Sunday evening. Metropoli moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Abogados and Roswell. Grecia at the other side keeps the fifth position with seven games lost. Metropoli is looking forward to face Abogados (#6) in the next round. Grecia will play against ARBA and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from San Jose: Escazu (#1) and ARBA (#3). ARBA was defeated at home 77-92 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of ARBA. Undefeated Escazu (10-0) have an impressive ten-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with a perfect record of 10 victories in a row. ARBA at the other side keeps the third place with five games lost. Escazu will play against Limon Sh. (#4) on the road in the next round. ARBA will play against Grecia and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game between Top Four teams took place in . Second ranked host PFC (9-3) smashed 4th ranked Limon Sh. (5-4) 87-65. Newly promoted PFC maintains second position with 9-3 record behind leader Escazu. Limon Sh. lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth place with four games lost. PFC will meet bottom-ranked Roswell (#8) in the next round where they are favorite. Limon Sh. will play against Roswell (#8) and hope to secure a win.

In the last game of round 12 Abogados won against Roswell on the opponent's court 82-67.

ARBA - Escazu 77-92

Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from San Jose: Escazu (#1) and ARBA (#3). ARBA was defeated at home 77-92 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of ARBA. Escazu (10-0) have an impressive ten-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with a perfect record of 10 victories in a row. ARBA at the other side keeps the third place with five games lost. Escazu will play against Limon Sh. (#4) on the road in the next round. ARBA will play against Grecia and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Roswell - Abogados 67-82

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 6th ranked Roswell (3-8) was defeated at home by seventh ranked Abogados (3-8) 82-67 on Sunday. Abogados moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Roswell and Metropoli. Abogados will meet at home Metropoli (#7) in the next round. Roswell will play against Limon Sh. and hope to secure a win.

Metropoli - Grecia 68-65

This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 5th ranked Grecia (4-7) to eighth ranked Metropoli (3-8) 68-65 on Sunday evening. Metropoli moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Abogados and Roswell. Grecia at the other side keeps the fifth position with seven games lost. Metropoli is looking forward to face Abogados (#6) in the next round. Grecia will play against ARBA and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

PFC - Limon Sh. 87-65

Second ranked host PFC (9-3) smashed 4th ranked Limon Sh. (5-4) 87-65. Newly promoted PFC maintains second position with 9-3 record behind leader Escazu. Limon Sh. lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth place with four games lost. PFC will meet bottom-ranked Roswell (#8) in the next round where they are favorite. Limon Sh. will play against Roswell (#8) and hope to secure a win.

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CROATIA

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16.7

Premijer Liga Round 6 (Second Stage): Zadar lose to Split - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The biggest surprise took place in Split where host Split (22-6) beat league's leader Zadar (22-6) 85-76 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Zadar. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Split dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Zadar's 30 and made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American Shannon Shorter (193-1989, college: N.Texas) who scored 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international guard Dominik Mavra (195-1994) chipped in 16 points and 6 assists (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!). At the other side the best for losing team was the former international Luka Bozic (200-1996) who recorded a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. Zadar's coach Daniel Jusup rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Split moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Zadar. Zadar will play next round against Sibenka trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Split will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Dubrava in Zagreb.
Fifth-ranked Dubrava (13-15) made lots of trouble for fourth ranked Cedevita Jr. (21-7) in Zagreb. The visitors managed to secure only three-point victory 71-68. However their fans expected easier game. It was a good game for the former international Krunoslav Simon (197-1985, agency: AltusBasket) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Emir Sabic contributed with 20 points for the winners. Center Matej Bosnjak (204-2002, agency: Octagon Europe) replied with 16 points and 7 rebounds for Dubrava. Cedevita Jr. have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 21-7 record. Dubrava at the other side keeps the fifth place with 15 games lost. They share the position with Sibenka. Cedevita Jr.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Zagreb to the arena Cibona.
Bottom-ranked Skrljevo managed to get a eighth victory, breaking the three-game losing streak on Sunday night. This time they won against seventh-ranked Dinamo 69-55. Griffin Ramme scored 9 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals to lead the charge for the winners. The best for the losing side was Ivan Novacic with 14 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Skrljevo (8-20) moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Alkar and Gorica. Newly promoted Dinamo keeps the seventh position with 17 games lost. Skrljevo will meet higher ranked Bosco (#8) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Dinamo will play against Zabok and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Rest of the games of round 6 were very predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Alkar was defeated by Bosco in Zagreb 84-78. Gorica was beaten by Zabok at home 88-93. Cibona won against Sibenka on the opponent's court 86-70.

Bosco - Alkar 84-78

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 9th ranked Alkar's (8-20) road loss to eighth ranked Bosco (10-18) 78-84 on Saturday. Bosco forced 19 Alkar turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Swingman Luka Katura (194-1989) scored 18 points to lead the charge for the winners and guard Marko Juric (190-1999) chipped in 12 points and 6 assists during the contest. Four Bosco players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was guard Ivan Svalina (198-1997) with 17 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and point guard Lovre Basic (180-1995) scored 15 points and 6 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Newly promoted Bosco maintains eighth position with 10-18 record. Loser Alkar dropped to the tenth place with 20 games lost. They share the position with Gorica and Skrljevo. Bosco will meet at home bottom-ranked Skrljevo (#12) in the next round. Alkar will play against Gorica and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Alkar: I.Svalina 17+7reb+5ast, L.Basic 15+3reb+6ast, T.Bibbs 12+5reb+2ast, I.Polutak 7+3reb, H.Vucic 7+3reb+3ast, C.Peevy 7+3reb+2ast
Bosco: L.Katura 18+4reb+2ast, A.Krapic 13+4reb, M.Juric 12+4reb+6ast, K.Luka 12+3reb+4ast, P.Babic 8+3reb+3ast, L.Babic 7+4reb+1ast

Gorica - Zabok 88-93

Everything could happen in Velika Gorica at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked Zabok and 9th ranked Gorica had identical 8-19 record. But Gorica was not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Zabok 93-88 on Sunday night. They made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. American point guard RJ Glasper (183-1998, college: UIW) scored 37 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import Tim Bond (201-1995, college: EMU) chipped in 13 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Bond is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. The best for the losing side was forward Jure Gunjina (203-1992, college: GSW) with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists and forward Ivan Batur (202-1991, agency: AltusBasket) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. Five Zabok and four Gorica players scored in double figures. Zabok (9-19) moved-up to ninth place. Loser Gorica dropped to the tenth position with 20 games lost. They share it with Alkar and Skrljevo. Zabok will meet at home higher ranked Dinamo (#7) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Gorica will play against Alkar in Sinj and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Gorica: J.Gunjina 18+12reb+7ast, I.Batur 16+10reb+6ast, I.Majic 15+1reb+1ast, V.Porobic 12+1reb, I.Nakic-Vojnovic 11+8reb+1ast, A.Masic 9+3reb+4ast
Zabok: R.Glasper 37+5reb+8ast, T.Bond 13+7reb+6ast, J.Stipanicev 11+4reb, L.Tomas 10+4reb+2ast, A.Crnjevic 10+4reb+2ast, M.Perovic 6+8reb

Skrljevo - Dinamo 69-55

Bottom-ranked Skrljevo managed to get a eighth victory, breaking the three-game losing streak on Sunday night. This time they won against seventh-ranked Dinamo 69-55. Skrljevo forced 21 Dinamo turnovers. American point guard Griffin Ramme (190-1989, college: Chapman) scored 9 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import guard Derryck Thornton (190-1997, college: Boston Coll.) chipped in 16 points (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international forward Ivan Novacic (201-1985) with 14 points and guard Marin Vrucinic (186-1997) scored 10 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Skrljevo (8-20) moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Alkar and Gorica. Newly promoted Dinamo keeps the seventh position with 17 games lost. Skrljevo will meet higher ranked Bosco (#8) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Dinamo will play against Zabok and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Dinamo: I.Novacic 14+3reb+1ast, I.Vucic 10+2reb+1ast, M.Vrucinic 10+2reb+2ast, H.Garafolic 9+3reb+2ast, L.Cvitanovic 5, A.Anzulovic 3+3reb+3ast
Skrljevo: D.Thornton 16+2reb+3ast, S.Antunovic 15+2reb, G.Ramme 9+7reb+5ast, M.Rajcic 8+5reb+3ast, V.Saric 8+10reb+1ast, L.Barisic 6+5reb

Dubrava - Cedevita Jr. 68-71

Fifth-ranked Dubrava (13-15) made lots of trouble for fourth ranked Cedevita Jr. (21-7) in Zagreb. The visitors managed to secure only three-point victory 71-68. However their fans expected easier game. Cedevita Jr. made 20-of-23 charity shots (87.0 percent) during the game. It was a good game for the former international Krunoslav Simon (197-1985, agency: AltusBasket) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Emir Sabic (190-1996, college: Lyon, agency: AltusBasket) contributed with 20 points for the winners. Center Matej Bosnjak (204-2002, agency: Octagon Europe) replied with 16 points and 7 rebounds and guard Filip Paponja (189-2002) added 15 points and 6 assists in the effort for Dubrava. Four Dubrava players scored in double figures. Cedevita Jr. have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 21-7 record. Dubrava at the other side keeps the fifth place with 15 games lost. They share the position with Sibenka. Cedevita Jr.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Zagreb to the arena Cibona.
Top scorers:
Dubrava: M.Bosnjak 16+7reb+2ast, F.Paponja 15+3reb+6ast, F.Bjelanovic 13, K.Karahodzic 10+6reb, K.Mihael 9+7reb, K.Filip 3+5reb+1ast
Cedevita Jr.: E.Sabic 20+1reb, K.Simon 15+11reb+4ast, D.Topolovic 10+10reb+1ast, K.Vito 7+3reb+3ast, S.Rasic 7+4reb+2ast, R.Serdarusic 6+5reb+3ast

Sibenka - Cibona 70-86

Very expected game in Sibenik where 5th ranked Sibenka (13-15) was defeated by first ranked Cibona (23-5) 86-70 on Monday. The former international center Kresimir Ljubicic (210-1998, agency: AltusBasket) had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and Ivan Majcunic (193-1996) chipped in 13 points and 4 assists during the contest. Four Cibona players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Jacob Kakar (193-1998, college: Barry) with 12 points and power forward Pavao Paic (205-1998, agency: AltusBasket) scored 12 points and 4 assists. Sibenka's coach Damir Milacic tested eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Defending champion maintains first position with 23-5 record. Sibenka lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with 15 games lost. They share the position with Dubrava. Cibona's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Zagreb Cedevita Jr..
Top scorers:
Sibenka: J.Kakar 12+4reb+3ast, P.Paic 12+2reb+4ast, P.Jambrovic 10+5reb+2ast, L.Skoric 8+4reb, P.Juraj 7+3reb, P.Matej 6+4reb+1ast
Cibona: K.Ljubicic 25+10reb, I.Perasovic 13+3reb+1ast, I.Majcunic 13+4reb+4ast, K.Radovcic 12+3reb+4ast, D.Vukovic 11+3reb+1ast, A.Aranitovic 5+3reb

Split - Zadar 85-76

The biggest surprise took place in Split where host Split (22-6) beat league's leader Zadar (22-6) 85-76 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Zadar. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Split dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Zadar's 30 and made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American Shannon Shorter (193-1989, college: N.Texas) who scored 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international guard Dominik Mavra (195-1994) chipped in 16 points and 6 assists (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!). At the other side the best for losing team was the former international Luka Bozic (200-1996) who recorded a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists and the former international swingman Marko Ramljak (201-1993) added 22 points and 12 rebounds respectively. Zadar's coach Daniel Jusup rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Split moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Zadar. Zadar will play next round against Sibenka trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Split will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Dubrava in Zagreb.
Top scorers:
Zadar: L.Bozic 24+10reb+7ast, M.Ramljak 22+12reb+1ast, D.Dreznjak 8+2ast, S.Campara 7+3ast, J.Davis 5+3reb+1ast, K.Zganec 4+6reb+2ast
Split: S.Shorter 19+9reb+4ast, D.Mavra 16+6ast, M.Kalajzic 11+3reb, J.Jukic 11+3reb, L.Sullivan 8+6reb+1ast, R.Ukic 8+1reb+2ast

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PJ PIPES

USK Praha
(188-G-1999)
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20.0

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USK Praha B
(200-F-2002)
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21.6

21.2

21.2

20.6

19.5

U19 League Round 2 of Quarter-Finals. Sokol Pisek, J.Hradec and Basket Brno enter semis - by Eurobasket News

Pardubice - GBA Lions 66-87

Hradec dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Synthesia's 38. Hradec forced 19 Synthesia turnovers and outrebounded them 44-32 including 17 on the offensive glass. 24 personal fouls committed by Synthesia helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Lithuanian Rokas Jocys (195-2004) scored 25 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and swingman Tadeas Slowiak (185-2004) chipped in 15 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Four Hradec players scored in double figures. Slovakian forward Marek Simonides (195-2006) responded with 14 points and 6 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) and forward Stepan Vlcek (192-2004) scored 10 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
GBA Lions: J.Rokas 25+5reb+4ast, K.Pavlo 17+5reb, S.Tadeas 15+10reb+6ast, O.Jordan 10+7reb+1ast, N.Nathaniel 8+2reb+2ast, V.Tomas 5+6reb+2ast
Pardubice: S.Marek 14+6reb+1ast, V.Stepan 10+4reb+2ast, J.Simon 9+1reb, H.Tomas 8+1reb+1ast, P.Josef 7+5reb+2ast, M.Radovan 7+5reb+2ast

Pelhrimov - Sokol Pisek 65-76

Point guard Daniel Hejl (178-2004) notched 19 points and 5 assists to lead the effort and forward Ondrej Chvala (186-2004) supported him with 12 points and 8 rebounds. Four Sokol Pisek players scored in double figures. Sokol Pisek's coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 15 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) by forward Ladislav Novak (198-2004) did not help to save the game for Pelhrimov. Latvian guard Toms Linis (194-2005) added 15 points and 6 rebounds for the hosts.
Top scorers:
Sokol Pisek: H.Daniel 19+3reb+5ast, S.Josef 17+2reb+3ast, P.Vladan 13+2reb, C.Ondrej 12+8reb+2ast, S.Jakub 6+2reb, K.Ondrej 4+6reb+1ast
Pelhrimov: N.Ladislav 15+5reb+3ast, L.Toms 15+6reb+1ast, Z.Marek 9+3reb, F.Jan 9+2reb+2ast, S.Martin 8+5reb+1ast, P.Ondrej 4+4reb+5ast

Sokol Prazsky - Basket Brno 58-78

Basket Brno outrebounded Sokol Prazsky 45-30 including a 36-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was forward Jakub Necas (201-2004) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Matej Rychtecky (195-2004) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 rebounds. Forward Petr Stovicek (200-2004) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds and swingman Elias Hager (183-2005) added 20 points and 4 steals respectively for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest.
Top scorers:
Basket Brno: N.Jakub 25+10reb+4ast, S.Simon 14+4reb+2ast, R.Matej 11+12reb+1ast, S.Maros 8+1reb, P.Marek 8+2reb+4ast, K.Joanis 6+4reb+2ast
Sokol Prazsky: H.Elias 20+1reb+1ast, S.Petr 14+12reb+3ast, R.Adam 7+2reb+2ast, G.Adam 4+3reb+2ast, L.Cedric 4, P.Miroslav 3+5reb

Tygri Brno - USK Praha 68-54

Tygri Brno made 24-of-27 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was guard Adam Lukes (191-2004) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 rebounds. Power forward Igor Svoboda (202-2004) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds. Forward Tomas Palas (195-2004) produced 20 points and 9 rebounds and forward Mikulas Kramosil (194-2005) added 7 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest.
Top scorers:
Tygri Brno: L.Adam 26+10reb+1ast, O.Lukas 18+2reb+3ast, S.Igor 14+14reb+1ast, V.Petr 4+3reb, P.Simon 3, D.Benjamin 2+2reb+2ast
USK Praha: P.Tomas 20+9reb, K.Mikulas 7+5reb+3ast, K.Vojtech 6+1reb+1ast, B.Matous 5+5reb+1ast, J.Matyas 4+4reb, K.Adam 4+2reb

NBL Round 2 of Play-Offs. USK Praha secure quarterfinal berth - by Eurobasket News

USK Praha - Kolin 83-66

International power forward David Bohm (205-2001, college: EWU) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 14 rebounds. American Mike Okauru (190-1999, college: UNCW) contributed with 15 points for the winners. Point guard Adam Ciz (192-1991) replied with 26 points and 5 rebounds and Slovakian forward Jakub Petras (209-1994, college: Stony Brook, agency: Octagon Europe) added 10 points and 16 rebounds in the effort for Kolin. Four Kolin players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
USK Praha: D.Bohm 23+14reb+3ast, M.Okauru 15+4reb+3ast, V.Dalibor 12+1reb, S.Ondrej 10+6reb+2ast, P.Samoura 8+3reb, M.Vyroubal 8+3reb+2ast
Kolin: A.Ciz 26+5reb, O.Siska 11+1reb+4ast, J.Petras 10+16reb+1ast, D.Slavinskas 10+6reb+2ast, M.Mares 7+6reb+1ast, N.Filip 2+3reb

Slavia - Opava 92-87

Slavia dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Opava's 30. The best player for the winners was the former international forward Pavel Pumprla (198-1986, agency: Octagon Europe) who scored 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. American forward Dantez Walton (200-1997, college: NKU) chipped in 19 points and 5 rebounds. Center Martin Gniadek (203-1990) produced 16 points and 6 rebounds and the former international point guard Jakub Sirina (186-1987, agency: Octagon Europe) added 14 points and 7 assists respectively for the guests. Opava's coach Petr Czudek tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
Slavia: D.Walton 19+5reb+1ast, A.Dworsky 16+1reb+2ast, P.Pumprla 15+6reb+5ast, K.Martin 12+2reb+1ast, R.Rozanek 8+1reb+2ast, M.Bernath 8+6reb+3ast
Opava: M.Gniadek 16+6reb+2ast, J.Slavik 14+3reb, J.Sirina 14+2reb+7ast, L.Jurecka 9+4reb, F.Zbranek 9+5reb, J.Svandrlik 7+2reb

1Liga Round 2 of Semi-Finals. Sokol Pisek and Brno 2 reach Finals - by Eurobasket News

Polabi - Sokol Pisek 77-100

Sokol Pisek outrebounded Polabi 59-45 including 19 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Sokol Pisek made 7 blocks. Center Martin Svoboda (202-2001) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Swingman Petr Slechta (192-1995) contributed with 18 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Four Sokol Pisek players scored in double figures. Sokol Pisek's coach felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Slovakian forward David Novak (195-2003) replied with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 14 rebounds and guard Filip Kabrt (193-2002) added 15 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Polabi.
Top scorers:
Polabi: N.David 25+14reb+2ast, K.Filip 15+5reb+3ast, T.Mikula 13+6reb+2ast, M.Kolar 7+10reb+1ast, M.Svoboda 6+1reb, N.Pavel 5+3reb+2ast
Sokol Pisek: P.Slechta 18+6reb+1ast, S.Borovka 16+5reb+2ast, S.Martin 16+10reb+5ast, P.Englicky 12+8reb+1ast, D.Fait 11+8reb+1ast, S.Michal 9+6reb+2ast

Litomerice - Brno 2 64-87

Brno 2 outrebounded Litomerice 42-27 including 16 on the offensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. Guard Petr Krivanek (185-2003) scored 14 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the charge for the winners and point guard Matej Dana (190-2003) chipped in 17 points during the contest. Power forward Jan Karlovsky (201-1999) responded with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Jan Madera (196-1999) scored 19 points and 5 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Litomerice: J.Karlovsky 20+6reb+4ast, J.Madera 19+5reb+3ast, H.Johan 12+4reb+1ast, P.Grunt 11+4reb+2ast, Z.Vojtech 2+3reb+2ast, K.Petr 0+3reb+2ast
Brno 2: M.Jonas 17+3reb+3ast, D.Matej 17+4reb+3ast, K.Petr 14+8reb+7ast, S.Jan 12+3reb, M.Sulc 8+5reb+1ast, H.Tomas 7+4reb+2ast

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DENMARK

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Mike MCGUIRL

Naestved
(189-G-1998)
Avg: 22.1

22.1

22.0

20.7

20.1

19.0

BasketLigaen Round 10 (Second Stage): Bakken keep a leadership position - by Eurobasket News

There will be only one (last) round of the Second Stage in BasketLigaen. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for third-ranked Bakken as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Bakken defeated 5th ranked Svendborg in Aarhus 99-89. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Svendborg. Bakken looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Gustav Knudsen (204-2003) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. American forward Ryan Evans (202-1990, college: Wisconsin) contributed with 13 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Bakken's coach Anders Sommer used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard Devin Whitfield (196-1998, college: LMU) replied with 24 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for Svendborg. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Naestved and Randers. Svendborg at the other side keeps the fifth place with 15 games lost. Svendborg will play next round against strong Naestved trying to get back on the winning streak. Bakken will try to continue on its current victory against sixth ranked Herlev at home.
The game in Herlev supposed to be also worth to mention about. Third ranked Randers (23-6) played at the court of 6th ranked Herlev (11-18). Randers smashed Herlev 85-54. American guard Josh Fortune (196-1994, college: Colorado) scored 16 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals to lead the charge for the winners and Brandon Norfleet chipped in 16 points and 5 assists during the contest. At the losing side the former international forward Marqus Marion (204-2004) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Randers keep a position of league leader, which they share with Naestved and Bakken. Herlev lost twelfth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 18 games lost. Randers will play against Horsens IC (#4) at home in the next round. Herlev will play against the league's leader Bakken in Aarhus and hopes to get back on the winning track.

In the last two games of round 10 BAC was beaten by Copenhagen on the road 86-79. Bottom-ranked Holbaek lost to Amager on its own court 79-89.
The most impressive performance of 10th round was 15 points and 7 rebounds by Jordan Johnson of Amager.

Copenhagen - BAC 86-79

No shocking result in a game when seventh ranked Copenhagen (13-15) beat at home 9th ranked BAC (9-19) 86-79. Copenhagen players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. American center Durell Vinson (201-1985, college: Wagner) scored 24 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Hannibal Salomon (196-2000) chipped in 16 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. At the losing side Magnus Madsen (200-2003) responded with 15 points and 5 rebounds and forward Marcus Vinther (195-2002) scored 7 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists. BAC's coach Thomas Hemmingsen rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Copenhagen maintains seventh position with 13-15 record. BAC at the other side keeps the ninth place with 19 games lost.
Top scorers:
BAC: O.Silas 18+1reb+2ast, M.Magnus 15+5reb+2ast, B.William 10+3reb, J.Gustav 8+4reb+2ast, V.Marcus 7+5reb+9ast, H.Andreas 6+1reb
Copenhagen: D.Vinson 24+6reb+1ast, B.Serdarevic 21+3reb+1ast, H.Salomon 16+6reb+5ast, A.Ramirez 7+6reb+10ast, B.Sharif 6+1ast, I.Bakic 5+4reb+7ast

Herlev - Randers 54-85

The game in Herlev supposed to be also worth to mention about. Third ranked Randers (23-6) played at the court of 6th ranked Herlev (11-18). Randers smashed Herlev 85-54. Randers dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Herlev's 22. Randers forced 24 Herlev turnovers and outrebounded them 50-35 including 37 on the defensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 29 assists. American guard Josh Fortune (196-1994, college: Colorado) scored 16 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import forward Brandon Norfleet (196-1993, college: IUP, agency: Inception Sports) chipped in 16 points and 5 assists during the contest. Fortune is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Randers players scored in double figures. At the losing side the former international forward Marqus Marion (204-2004) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and Montenegrin point guard Danijel Marsenic (184-2001) scored 4 points and 8 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Randers keep a position of league leader, which they share with Naestved and Bakken. Herlev lost twelfth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 18 games lost. Randers will play against Horsens IC (#4) at home in the next round. Herlev will play against the league's leader Bakken in Aarhus and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Herlev: M.Marqus 13+10reb+4ast, A.Mortensen 12+2ast, M.Lucas 7+1reb, G.Seehausen 5+3reb, D.Marsenic 4+3reb+8ast, E.Joyce 3+7reb
Randers: B.Norfleet 16+2reb+5ast, J.Fortune 16+6reb+4ast, N.Scott 11+8reb+4ast, K.Jonathan 11+2reb+4ast, A.Lonstrup 8+3reb+2ast, M.Bulow 7+10reb+4ast

Bakken - Svendborg 99-89

The game had a very big importance for third-ranked Bakken as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Bakken defeated 5th ranked Svendborg in Aarhus 99-89. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Svendborg. Bakken looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Gustav Knudsen (204-2003) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. American forward Ryan Evans (202-1990, college: Wisconsin) contributed with 13 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Bakken's coach Anders Sommer used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard Devin Whitfield (196-1998, college: LMU) replied with 24 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and Nigerian forward Tope Arikawe (203-1995, college: N.Texas, agency: One Motive Sports) added 20 points and 4 assists in the effort for Svendborg. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Naestved and Randers. Svendborg at the other side keeps the fifth place with 15 games lost. Svendborg will play next round against strong Naestved trying to get back on the winning streak. Bakken will try to continue on its current victory against sixth ranked Herlev at home.
Top scorers:
Svendborg: D.Whitfield 24+8reb+5ast, T.Arikawe 20+4reb+4ast, B.Bynum 17+4reb+1ast, K.Smith 16+5reb+2ast, J.Marrow 12+5reb+8ast, O.Shiddo 0+2reb
Bakken: K.Gustav 18+10reb+4ast, S.Flatten 17+5reb+1ast, E.Childs 14+7reb+3ast, S.Bowlin 13+1reb+7ast, R.Evans 13+6reb+5ast, D.Jukic 12+2reb+9ast

Holbaek - Amager 79-89

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 11th ranked Holbaek's (3-25) home loss to tenth ranked Amager (7-20) 79-89. Amager dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Holbaek's 40. They outrebounded Holbaek 47-35 including a 39-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Guard Oscar Quackenbush (188-1999) scored 19 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American guard Mitch Pelissier (190-1997, college: Concordia, IL) chipped in 17 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. Pelissier is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Four Amager players scored in double figures. At the losing side guard William Vang (190-2001) responded with 22 points and 6 assists and forward Rasmus Moller (202-2002) scored 15 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Amager maintains tenth position with 7-20 record. Holbaek lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay dead last with 25 lost games. Amager will play against higher ranked Vaerlose (#8) at home in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Holbaek will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Holbaek: V.William 22+4reb+6ast, M.Rasmus 15+6reb+1ast, W.Gustav 15+5reb, S.Jack 9+3reb, C.Alessandro 7+4reb+5ast, L.Marius 5+3reb+1ast
Amager: O.Quackenbush 19+6reb+7ast, M.Pelissier 17+5reb+7ast, J.Johnson 15+7reb+2ast, T.Bjarkason 12+7reb+2ast, J.Naughton 9+8reb, H.Viggo 6+6reb+1ast

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EGYPT

Al Ittihad and Al Ahly sweep Semifinal series - by Eurobasket News

Al Ittihad and Al Ahly have swept the Semifinals series in Egypt. Al Ahly overcame Zamalek 3-0 to reach the Final. They posted 71-62, 79-48 and 91-57 wins to secure the victory.
Al Ittihad meanwhile overcame Smouha in three games, 97-54, 108-79 and 108-66.
The Final game is scheduled for April 17th.

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EL SALVADOR

Liga MB Round 18: Metapan defeat Cojute in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 18 in the Liga MB took place in Metapan. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of one of their biggest challengers Cojute (9-5) to fifth ranked Metapan (7-6) 86-83 on Monday evening. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Cojute. Metapan looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Metapan made 11 blocks. American point guard Leangelo Saravia (183, college: Oakland City) scored 18 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Lee Vasquez (176-1991) chipped in 23 points and 6 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Jeremy Agosto (177-1997, agency: The French Family Consulting) with a triple-double by scoring 29 points, 11 rebounds, 10 assists and 6 steals. Metapan moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Quezaltepeque. Cojute at the other side keeps the third position with five games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
The game in Izalco was also worth to mention about. 7th ranked Fantasmas (4-8) played at the court of eighth ranked Brujos (5-7). Brujos managed to secure a 7-point victory 95-88. Guyanese-American center Anthony Moe (207-1990, college: Millersville) notched a double-double by scoring 27 points, 15 rebounds and 8 blocks to lead the effort and Jonatan Bello supported him with 23 points, 11 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 blocks. Brujos' coach Francisco Lemus allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even a double-double of 29 points and 15 rebounds by American Nick Moore (198-1991, college: Alliance) did not help to save the game for Fantasmas. Brujos moved-up to sixth place. Fantasmas lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with eight games lost. Brujos will play against bottom-ranked Chalchuapa (#10) on the road in the next round. Fantasmas will play against Santiagueno and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
10th ranked Chalchuapa (1-12) was outscored at home by fourth ranked Quezaltepeque (7-6) with the biggest margin this round 101-54 on Sunday night. The best player for the winners was Jose Araujo who scored 30 points and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Ryann Mercado who recorded a double-double by scoring 22 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Quezaltepeque have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 7-6 record, which they share with Metapan. Chalchuapa lost fourth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 12 games lost. Quezaltepeque will meet at home league's second-placed Santa Tecla in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Chalchuapa will play against Brujos (#6) and hope to win that game.

Brujos - Fantasmas 95-88

The game in Izalco was also worth to mention about. 7th ranked Fantasmas (4-8) played at the court of eighth ranked Brujos (5-7). Brujos managed to secure a 7-point victory 95-88. Brujos players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. They brought some defensive toughness making 15 blocks. Guyanese-American center Anthony Moe (207-1990, college: Millersville) notched a double-double by scoring 27 points, 15 rebounds and 8 blocks to lead the effort and Dominican swingman Jonatan Bello (195-2001) supported him with 23 points, 11 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 blocks. Brujos' coach Francisco Lemus allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even a double-double of 29 points and 15 rebounds by American Nick Moore (198-1991, college: Alliance) did not help to save the game for Fantasmas. His fellow American import guard Caleb Bowser (193, college: Georgian Court) added 31 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Fantasmas players scored in double figures. Brujos moved-up to sixth place. Fantasmas lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with eight games lost. Brujos will play against bottom-ranked Chalchuapa (#10) on the road in the next round. Fantasmas will play against Santiagueno and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Fantasmas: C.Bowser 31+9reb+6ast, N.Moore 29+15reb+2ast, C.Sorto 13+5reb+1ast, J.Carter 13+10reb+3ast, D.Hernandez 2+6reb+2ast, M.Josue 0
Brujos: D.Los Santos Juan 31+8reb+2ast, A.Moe 27+15reb+2ast, B.Jonatan 23+11reb+9ast, C.Alexander 7+11reb+4ast, J.Crespin 5+3reb+1ast, P.Andres 2+1reb

Chalchuapa - Quezaltepeque 54-101

10th ranked Chalchuapa (1-12) was outscored at home by fourth ranked Quezaltepeque (7-6) with the biggest margin this round 101-54 on Sunday night. Quezaltepeque dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Chalchuapa's 28. They outrebounded Chalchuapa 62-36 including a 41-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Quezaltepeque looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Chalchuapa's players. The best player for the winners was naturalized Canadian Jose Araujo (187-1986, college: UNBC, agency: Interperformances) who scored 30 points and 4 assists. American center Marc Montavious (206-1990, college: Georgetown, KY) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 20 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Ryann Mercado who recorded a double-double by scoring 22 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and American Gorg Alhag (190-1997, college: Mayville St.) added 8 points and 7 rebounds respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Quezaltepeque have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 7-6 record, which they share with Metapan. Chalchuapa lost fourth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 12 games lost. Quezaltepeque will meet at home league's second-placed Santa Tecla in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Chalchuapa will play against Brujos (#6) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Chalchuapa: M.Ryann 22+11reb+4ast, G.Alhag 8+7reb+1ast, H.Eleazar 6+8reb, G.Carlos 6+3reb, G.Luis 4+3reb, C.Nestor 4+1reb
Quezaltepeque: J.Araujo 30+4reb+4ast, C.Duran 20+10reb, M.Montavious 16+20reb+1ast, J.Barahona 9+4reb+3ast, R.Moquete 6+9reb+10ast, L.Hernandez 5

Metapan - Cojute 86-83

The most exciting game of round 18 in the Liga MB took place in Metapan. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of one of their biggest challengers Cojute (9-5) to fifth ranked Metapan (7-6) 86-83 on Monday evening. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Cojute. Metapan looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Metapan made 11 blocks. American point guard Leangelo Saravia (183, college: Oakland City) scored 18 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Lee Vasquez (176-1991) chipped in 23 points and 6 assists during the contest. Five Metapan players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Jeremy Agosto (177-1997, agency: The French Family Consulting) with a triple-double by scoring 29 points, 11 rebounds, 10 assists and 6 steals and his fellow American import center Troidell Carter (206-1991, college: Slippery Rock) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds. Metapan moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Quezaltepeque. Cojute at the other side keeps the third position with five games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Cojute: A.Jeremy 29+11reb+10ast, J.Flores 18+8reb+2ast, T.Carter 15+11reb+2ast, K.Martinez 7+1reb, C.Berry 6+8reb+2ast, M.William 6+2reb
Metapan: V.Lee 23+4reb+6ast, L.Saravia 18+7reb+9ast, S.Deikel 15+15reb+1ast, A.Regalado 14+9reb+3ast, S.Machado 12+13reb+1ast, R.Miranda 4+3reb+1ast

Jeremy Agosto's triple-double lands him Liga MB Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

American Guard Jeremy Agosto (177-G-1997, agency: The French Family Consulting) put on an amazing game in the last round for Cojute, receiving a Hoops Agents Liga MB Player of the Week award for round 17.
The 25-year old player recorded a triple-double of 26 points adding also 11 rebounds and 11 assists, while his team crushed Santiagueno (#9, 3-9) with 24-point margin 93-69. Cojute maintains the 3rd position in Salvadorean Liga MB. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Cojute will need more victories to improve their 9-5 record. In the team's last game Agosto had a remarkable 64.3% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Cojute, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Jeremy Agosto has solid league stats. He is in league's top in points (3rd best: 24.6ppg) and averages impressive 3.4spg and 57.0% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was another Cojute's star - young American Chase Berry (198-F-1998). Berry had a very good evening with a double-double of 25 points and 13 rebounds. Of course together with Agosto he helped Cojute with another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Santiagueno (#9, 3-9) 93-69. Cojute's 3rd position in the standings has not changed. His team's 9-5 record is not bad at all. Berry is one of the most experienced players at Cojute and similarly like Jeremy Agosto has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third on the list of top players last round was American swingman Andravious Smith (198-G/F-1995) of league's top team San Salvador. Smith got into 30-points club by scoring exactly 30 points in the last round. He went also for five rebounds and five assists. He was a key player of San Salvador, leading his team to a 95-75 easy win against the lower-ranked Fantasmas (#8, 4-8). Many experts and fans count San Salvador as a contender for championship title. Another victory and another confirmation that they may be right. Just look at their record: 11 victories and only one lost game. They are currently at the very top of the standings. Smith has a great season in El Salvador. After 12 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 23.4ppg (6th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Marc Montavious (206-C-1990) of Quezaltepeque - 21 points and 14 rebounds
5. Jonatan Bello (195-G/F-2001) of Brujos - 21 points, 18 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Juan De Los Santos (193-F-2002) of Brujos - 27 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists
7. Troidell Carter (206-C-1991) of Cojute - 19 points and 11 rebounds
8. Freddy Asprilla (206-C-1988) of Santiagueno - 19 points, 14 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Douglas Baires (1988) of Quezaltepeque - 18 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists
10. Anthony Moe (207-C-1990) of Brujos - 23 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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FINLAND

Stats Leaders - Korisliiga

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Deshon TAYLOR

Kouvot
(188-G-1996)
Avg: 25.4

25.4

20.5

20.3

19.1

18.9

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FRANCE

Stats Leaders - ProA

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Victor WEMBANYAMA

Leva.
(224-F-2004)
Avg: 21.4

21.4

20.8

20.7

20.7

18.2

Stats Leaders - N1

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Illan PIETRUS

Strasbourg
(187-G-2005)
Avg: 22.5

22.5

21.9

21.4

19.1

18.3

Betclic ELITE ProA Round 29: Leader Monaco gets another victory - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in Betclic ELITE ProA is slowly approaching the end. But there may be still some important changes in the final standings in the last 5 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Leader Monaco delivered the twenty fifth win on Sunday night. This time they beat 18th ranked Provence Basket (8-20) 98-83. Monaco made 22-of-26 free shots (84.6 percent) during the game. 26 personal fouls committed by Provence Basket helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was Guinean-American forward Alpha Diallo (201-1997, college: Providence) who scored 30 points and 8 rebounds. American guard Mike James (185-1990, college: Lamar) chipped in 19 points. Jamaican center Shevon Thompson (213-1993, college: GMU) produced 19 points and 6 rebounds for the guests. Provence Basket's coach rotated eleven players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Monaco (25-5) have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place. Provence Basket lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 20 games lost. Monaco are looking forward to face SIG Strasbourg (#11) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Provence Basket will play against JL Bourg (#5) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series.
Leader Monaco recorded the twenty fifth victory. This time they beat 5th ranked JDA Dijon (17-12) 80-65. American guard Mike James (185-1990, college: Lamar) orchestrated the victory by scoring 15 points and 4 assists. Donatas Motiejunas contributed with 15 points and 5 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) for the winners. American forward Markis McDuffie (203-1997, college: Wichita St.) answered with 15 points and 8 rebounds for JDA Dijon. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Monaco. They maintain first place with 25-5 record. JDA Dijon at the other side dropped to the sixth position with 12 games lost. Monaco will play against SIG Strasbourg (#11) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. JDA Dijon will play against Sluc Nancy (#16) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
We should mention about the upset which took place in Blois, where higher ranked Le Mans (15-14) lost to sixteenth ranked ADA Blois (11-18) in a road game 68-72 on Saturday. Amadou Sow stepped up with a double-double by scoring 31 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Matt Morgan responded with 19 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. ADA Blois moved-up to fifteenth place. Loser Le Mans keeps the seventh position with 14 games lost. ADA Blois will meet higher ranked Limoges CSP Elite (#14) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Le Mans will play against Paris (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Other games of round 29 were very predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Roanne was defeated by Cholet in a road game 81-74. Gravelines beat Pau-Lacq-Orthez at home 70-58. Nanterre lost to Bourg on the opponent's court 81-93. Paris managed to outperform Nancy in a home game 99-91. Dijon recorded a loss to Strasbourg on the road 75-93. ASVEL defeated Le Portel on its own court 86-68. Limoges was beaten by Le Mans in a road game 77-71.

Blois - Le Mans 72-68

We should mention about the upset which took place in Blois, where higher ranked Le Mans (15-14) lost to sixteenth ranked ADA Blois (11-18) in a road game 68-72 on Saturday. Mali forward Amadou Sow (206-1998, college: UCSB) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 31 points and 11 rebounds for the winners and American guard Robert Johnson (192-1995, college: Indiana) chipped in 16 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. American guard Matt Morgan (188-1997, college: Cornell) responded with 19 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and the other American import power forward Josh Carlton (211-1999, college: Houston) scored 14 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. ADA Blois moved-up to fifteenth place. Loser Le Mans keeps the seventh position with 14 games lost. ADA Blois will meet higher ranked Limoges CSP Elite (#14) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Le Mans will play against Paris (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Blois: A.Sow 31+11reb+2ast, R.Johnson 16+5reb+8ast, T.Cornely 10+6reb+1ast, T.Johnson 6+4reb+1ast, M.N'Diaye 5+11reb+2ast, T.Vergiat 2+1reb+1ast
Le Mans: M.Morgan 19+6reb+6ast, J.Carlton 14+8reb+2ast, K.Kajami-Keane 6+4reb+2ast, A.N'Doye 6+2reb+1ast, B.Kuol 6+2reb+1ast, C.McGriff 5+4reb

Cholet - Roanne 81-74

There was no surprise when 8th ranked Chorale de Roanne (14-15) was defeated on the road by fifth ranked Cholet Basket (17-11) 81-74 on Thursday. Cholet Basket outrebounded Chorale de Roanne 40-27 including 26 on the defensive glass. Center Neal Sako (210-1998) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and American forward Perry Ellis (203-1993, college: Kansas) chipped in 17 points and 6 rebounds. Five Cholet Basket players scored in double figures. The former international power forward Yannis Morin (208-1993) responded with 18 points and 9 rebounds and American swingman Ronald March (196-1993, college: Philander Smith) scored 12 points, 9 assists and 5 steals. Chorale de Roanne's coach tested ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Cholet Basket moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Bourg. Chorale de Roanne lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the ninth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Paris. Cholet Basket will meet higher ranked ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Chorale de Roanne will play against JSF Nanterre (#13) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Cholet: P.Ellis 17+6reb+2ast, D.Artis 17+1reb+3ast, N.Sako 14+11reb+4ast, T.Campbell 11+2reb+3ast, B.Dallo 11+8reb+4ast, E.Goudou-Sinha 6+1reb+2ast
Roanne: Y.Morin 18+9reb+3ast, K.Foster 12+5reb+2ast, R.March 12+4reb+9ast, S.de Sousa 8+3reb, J.Gant 7+1reb+1ast, K.Moendadze 6+2reb

Gravelines - Pau-Lacq-Orthez 70-58

No shocking result in a game when ninth ranked Gravelines-Dunkerque (15-15) defeated at home 17th ranked Pau-Lacq-Orthez (9-19) 70-58 on Saturday. Gravelines-Dunkerque had a 30-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. American JaJuan Johnson (208-1989, college: Purdue) stepped up and scored 24 points for the winners and his fellow American import point guard Kenny Boynton (188-1991, college: Florida) chipped in 11 points. Gravelines-Dunkerque's coach Laurent Legname used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. American point guard Michael Stockton (185-1989, college: Westminster, UT) responded with 7 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and forward Enzo Shahrvin (201-2003) scored 10 points and 7 rebounds. Gravelines-Dunkerque moved-up to eighth place. Loser Pau-Lacq-Orthez keeps the seventeenth position with 19 games lost. Gravelines-Dunkerque will meet Le Portel (#12) on the road in the next round. Pau-Lacq-Orthez will play against ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Gravelines: J.Johnson 24+4reb+1ast, K.Boynton 11+2reb+3ast, D.Olejniczak 10+4reb+2ast, V.Fofana 9+4reb+2ast, R.Morency 5+5reb+2ast, M.Gauzin 5+3reb+1ast
Pau-Lacq-Orthez: S.Enzo 10+7reb, L.Sane 8+2reb+1ast, C.Williams 8+2reb+2ast, M.Stockton 7+5reb+6ast, A.Gerald 6+1reb, M.Cummings 6+1ast

Bourg - Nanterre 93-81

Very expected game when 12th ranked JSF Nanterre (12-17) was defeated on the road by sixth ranked JL Bourg (17-11) 93-81 on Saturday. JL Bourg looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by JSF Nanterre's players. American swingman James Palmer Jr (196-1996, college: Nebraska) stepped up and scored 17 points for the winners and his fellow American import point guard Jordan Floyd (188-1997, college: King) chipped in 15 points and 7 assists. Five JL Bourg players scored in double figures. American point guard Justin Bibbins (178-1996, college: Utah) responded with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and Bosnian forward Miralem Halilovic (205-1991) scored 17 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for JL Bourg. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Cholet. Loser JSF Nanterre keeps the twelfth position with 17 games lost. They share it with Limoges and Le Portel. JL Bourg will meet bottom-ranked Provence Basket (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. JSF Nanterre will play against Chorale de Roanne (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Bourg: J.Palmer Jr. 17+3reb+3ast, J.Floyd 15+7ast, I.Mike 14+5reb, A.Julien 13+1reb+5ast, P.Pelos 11+5reb+1ast, A.Brimah 10+4reb
Nanterre: J.Bibbins 19+5reb+5ast, K.Hornsby 18+2reb, M.Halilovic 17+7reb+3ast, B.Pinault 7+2reb, B.Sene 7+3reb, H.N'Diaye 5+8reb

Paris - Nancy 99-91

Very predictable result when tenth ranked Paris (14-15) beat at home 15th ranked Sluc Nancy (10-18) 99-91 on Saturday. They outrebounded Sluc Nancy 41-28 including 28 on the defensive glass. Paris looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Paris made 7 blocks. The game was dominated by American players. Power forward Jeremy Evans (206-1987, college: WKU) stepped up and scored 25 points and 8 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) for the winners and guard Tyrone Wallace (196-1994, college: California, agency: Pensack Sports) chipped in 16 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists. Four Paris players scored in double figures. Mike Scott (203-1988, college: Virginia) responded with 18 points and 7 rebounds and guard Caleb Walker (194-1989, college: Nebraska) scored 11 points and 6 assists. The victory was the third consecutive win for Paris. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Roanne. Newly promoted Sluc Nancy dropped to the sixteenth position with 18 games lost. Paris will meet higher ranked Le Mans (#7) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sluc Nancy will play against JDA Dijon (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Paris: J.Evans 25+8reb+2ast, J.Begarin 19+3reb+5ast, A.Simms 16+9reb+1ast, T.Wallace 16+6reb+10ast, G.Denis 8+6reb+4ast, C.Goulding 6+1reb
Nancy: M.Scott 18+7reb+2ast, I.Nwamu 11+3reb+1ast, C.Walker 11+2reb+6ast, F.Clement 10, A.Labanca 10+2reb+2ast, S.Gombauld 9+4reb

Strasbourg - Dijon 93-75

There was an upset when higher ranked JDA Dijon (17-12) was defeated on the road by fourteenth ranked SIG Strasbourg (12-15) 93-75 on Saturday. SIG Strasbourg made 22-of-26 free shots (84.6 percent) during the game. SIG Strasbourg outrebounded JDA Dijon 40-18 including a 26-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American point guard Marcus Keene (178-1995, college: CMU) stepped up and scored 30 points and 4 assists (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) for the winners and the former international center Bodian Massa (205-1997) chipped in 10 points and 12 rebounds. Four SIG Strasbourg players scored in double figures. American forward Markis McDuffie (203-1997, college: Wichita St.) responded with 23 points and 7 rebounds and the other American import power forward Gavin Ware (206-1993, college: MSU) scored 14 points. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. SIG Strasbourg moved-up to eleventh place. Loser JDA Dijon dropped to the sixth position with 12 games lost. SIG Strasbourg will meet league's leader Monaco on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. JDA Dijon will play against Sluc Nancy (#16) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Strasbourg: M.Keene 30+3reb+4ast, D.Lansdowne 15+1reb+1ast, T.Frazier 11+6reb+6ast, B.Massa 10+12reb+3ast, L.Cavaliere 7+4reb, I.Joseph Udanoh 7+3reb+1ast
Dijon: M.McDuffie 23+7reb+1ast, G.Ware 14+4reb+2ast, D.Brembly 8, D.Holston 8+1reb+2ast, R.Ducote 7+1reb, M.Mobley 6+2ast

ASVEL - Le Portel 86-68

Everything went according to plan when third ranked ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket (18-10) won against at home 12th ranked Le Portel (12-17) 86-68 on Sunday. The hosts trailed by 2 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 2-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 86-68. ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Le Portel's players. The former international guard Nando De Colo (196-1987) stepped up and scored 20 points and 9 assists for the winners and American guard Jonah Mathews (190-1998, college: USC) chipped in 15 points. Dutch forward Emmanuel Nzekwesi (203-1997, college: ORU) responded with 16 points and 6 rebounds and American forward Ryan Mikesell (201-1996, college: Dayton) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds. Four Le Portel players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Defending champion maintains third place with 18-10 record having nine points less than leader Monaco. Loser Le Portel keeps the twelfth position with 17 games lost. They share it with Limoges and Nanterre. ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket will meet at home Cholet Basket (#4) in the next round. Le Portel will play against Gravelines-Dunkerque (#8) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
ASVEL: N.De Colo 20+3reb+9ast, J.Mathews 15+1reb+3ast, Y.Fall 11+7reb, A.Tyus 9+6reb+1ast, Y.Pons 8+1reb, A.Noua 7+4reb+2ast
Le Portel: E.Nzekwesi 16+6reb, B.Mangin 14+6ast, N.Hifi 13+2reb+2ast, R.Mikesell 10+10reb+1ast, T.Allen 9+6reb+2ast, C.Abouo 2+2reb+1ast

Monaco - Fos-sur-Mer 98-83

Leader Monaco delivered the twenty fifth win on Sunday night. This time they beat 18th ranked Provence Basket (8-20) 98-83. Monaco made 22-of-26 free shots (84.6 percent) during the game. 26 personal fouls committed by Provence Basket helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was Guinean-American forward Alpha Diallo (201-1997, college: Providence) who scored 30 points and 8 rebounds. American guard Mike James (185-1990, college: Lamar) chipped in 19 points. Four Monaco players scored in double figures. Jamaican center Shevon Thompson (213-1993, college: GMU) produced 19 points and 6 rebounds and naturalized Central African Allan Dokossi (203-1999, agency: Octagon Europe) added 6 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Provence Basket's coach rotated eleven players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Monaco (25-5) have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place. Provence Basket lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 20 games lost. Monaco are looking forward to face SIG Strasbourg (#11) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Provence Basket will play against JL Bourg (#5) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series.
Top scorers:
Monaco: A.Diallo 30+8reb+2ast, M.James 19+2reb+3ast, E.Okobo 14+4reb+4ast, M.Strazel 12+1reb+1ast, D.Hall 8+6reb+1ast, J.Blossomgame 5+1reb
Fos-sur-Mer: F.Gaines 20+2reb+1ast, S.Thompson 19+6reb, M.Barbitch 19+2reb+3ast, G.Green 7+1ast, A.Dokossi 6+15reb+4ast, S.Brown Jr. 6+2reb+2ast

Dijon - Monaco 65-80

Leader Monaco recorded the twenty fifth victory. This time they beat 5th ranked JDA Dijon (17-12) 80-65. American guard Mike James (185-1990, college: Lamar) orchestrated the victory by scoring 15 points and 4 assists. Lithuanian center Donatas Motiejunas (213-1990) contributed with 15 points and 5 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) for the winners. Four Monaco players scored in double figures. American forward Markis McDuffie (203-1997, college: Wichita St.) answered with 15 points and 8 rebounds and Abdoulaye Loum (209-1991) added 13 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for JDA Dijon. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Monaco. They maintain first place with 25-5 record. JDA Dijon at the other side dropped to the sixth position with 12 games lost. Monaco will play against SIG Strasbourg (#11) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. JDA Dijon will play against Sluc Nancy (#16) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Monaco: M.James 15+3reb+4ast, D.Motiejunas 15+5reb, A.Diallo 14+4reb+1ast, J.Blossomgame 11+5reb+2ast, Y.Ouattara 9+3reb, J.Brown III 6+3reb
Dijon: M.McDuffie 15+8reb+3ast, A.Loum 13+6reb+1ast, G.Hrovat 10+2reb+4ast, D.Holston 7+2ast, J.Alingue 6+7reb+2ast, G.Ware 6+3reb+1ast

Le Mans - Limoges 77-71

There was no surprise when 13th ranked Limoges CSP Elite (12-17) was defeated on the road by seventh ranked Le Mans (15-14) 77-71 on Wednesday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Le Mans made 31-of-41 free shots (75.6 percent) during the game, while Limoges CSP Elite only scored eleven points from the stripe. They outrebounded Limoges CSP Elite 38-27 including 28 on the defensive glass. Le Mans looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American guard Matt Morgan (188-1997, college: Cornell) stepped up and scored 23 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners and his fellow American import power forward Josh Carlton (211-1999, college: Houston) chipped in 19 points and 7 rebounds. American point guard Bryce Jones (183-1994, college: Murray St.) responded with 14 points and 5 assists and the former international swingman Nicolas Lang (198-1990) scored 17 points and 5 assists. Limoges CSP Elite's coach tested ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Le Mans maintains seventh place with 15-14 record. Limoges CSP Elite lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the twelfth position with 17 games lost. They share it with Nanterre and Le Portel. Le Mans will meet at home Paris (#9) in the next round. Limoges CSP Elite will play against ADA Blois and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Le Mans: M.Morgan 23+5reb+7ast, J.Carlton 19+7reb+2ast, C.McGriff 10+7reb+2ast, K.Kajami-Keane 8+2reb+5ast, V.Chery 7+3reb+1ast, T.Tarpey 4+5reb+2ast
Limoges: N.Lang 17+5ast, B.Jones 14+3reb+5ast, U.Lucas 7+6reb, J.Graves 7+4reb+3ast, M.Wojciechowski 6, K.Kadji 6+1reb+1ast

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

20-year old forward Mohamed Sidibe (196-F-2002) had a great game in the last round for second-ranked Limoges CSP and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 29.
He had a double-double of 24 points and 12 rebounds, while his team beat Levallois (#8, 16-13) 68-57. Limoges CSP is placed at 2nd position in French league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Limoges CSP will need more victories to improve their 22-7 record. In the team's last game Sidibe had a remarkable 84.6% from 2-point range. He turned to be Limoges CSP's top player in his first season with the team. Sidibe has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (7th best: 17.9ppg) and averages solid 52.1% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Yves Mballa (199-SF-2003) of Nancy. He is Cameroonian in his first season at Nancy. In the last game Mballa recorded impressive double-double of 21 points and 15 rebounds. Of course he led Nancy to another comfortable win 84-67 over the lower-ranked Paris BA (#18, 1-28) being unquestionably team leader. Nancy's 7th position in the standings has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 17-11 record is not bad and everything may still change. Mballa is a newcomer at Nancy and quickly became one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to Maxim Ilvovskiy (203-C/F-2002) of Strasbourg (#9). Ilvovskiy scored 25 points and grabbed fifteen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Strasbourg, leading his team to a 99-80 easy win against the lower-ranked Dijon (#15, 9-20). Strasbourg needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 15 victories and 13 lost games. Ilvovskiy has a great season in France. After 22 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 7.9rpg (8th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Michael Belle (200-F-2003) of Strasbourg - 24 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Lucas Dufeal (204-F-2003) of Cholet - 17 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Elian Benitez (180-PG-2003) of Bourg - 25 points, 8 rebounds and 12 assists
7. Illan Pietrus (187-G-2005) of Strasbourg - 30 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Maxime Galin (202-F-2002) of Bourg - 29 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Lucas Fischer (193-SG-2004) of Nanterre - 27 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Loic Noudogbessi (195-F/G-2004) of Monaco - 10 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists

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

French NM1 round 9 (Second Stage) best performance: Nikola Knezevic (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Serbian Swingman Nikola Knezevic (200-G/F-1999) had a great game in the last round for Besancon, receiving a Hoops Agents NM1 Player of the Week award for round 9 (Second Stage).
The 23-year old player was the main contributor (25 points, eight rebounds) to his team's victory, helping them to edge out Lorient (#1, 7-1) 93-89. Besancon is placed at 8th position in French NM1. Besancon is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. But it was their 6th lost game this season out of 9 games. In the team's last game Knezevic had a remarkable 70.0% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Besancon, through which he has constantly improved. Nikola Knezevic averages this season 10.1ppg.

The second best player in last round's games was young Guyanese Mike Joseph (203-PF-1994) of Group C leader Tarbes-Lourdes. Joseph had a very good evening with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course Tarbes-Lourdes cruised to a 87-78 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Hyeres-Toulon (#4, 4-2). This victory allowed Tarbes-Lourdes to move up to 1st position in Group C. His team lost just one game this Second Stage, while they won 5 matches. Joseph is a newcomer at Tarbes-Lourdes, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was Valentin Bigote (196-SF-1992) of Le Havre (#7). Bigote showcased his all-around game by recording 20 points, seven rebounds and five assists in the last round. He was a key player of Le Havre, leading his team to a 82-72 win against Poitiers (4-5). The chances of Le Havre ranking at the top of Group A, however are very questionable as they have already lost 5 games, recording just four victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Bigote could help Le Havre to bring them higher in the standings. Bigote has a great season in France. After 35 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 19.2ppg (3rd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Michael Craion (197-F-1989) of Chartres - 15 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Louis Weber (186-PG-1998) of Andrezieux - 16 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Ibrahim Djambo (209-F-1992) of Lorient - 25 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Mantvydas Staniulis (186-PG-1997) of Hyeres-Toulon - 19 points, 3 rebounds and 10 assists
8. Hugo Bequignon (193-F/G-2001) of Vitre - 20 points and 4 assists
9. Bali Coulibaly (199-C-1995) of Poitiers - 16 points and 13 rebounds
10. Andell Cumberbatch (195-SF-1993) of Rouen - 17 points and 9 rebounds

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

Antoine Eito claims French ProB weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Experienced International Guard Antoine Eito (188-G-1988) had a great game in the last round for league's second-best Chalon/Saone and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents ProB Player of the Week award for round 29.
The 34-year old guard had the game-high 30 points adding nine rebounds and four assists for Chalon/Saone in his team's victory, helping them to beat Quimper (#16, 10-19) 89-83. Chalon/Saone maintains the 2nd position in French ProB. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Chalon/Saone will need more victories to improve their 21-8 record. In the team's last game Eito had a remarkable six three-pointers out of 14 attempts. It's his second year at Chalon/Saone and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Eito has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in assists (7th best: 5.3apg).

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American point guard Robert Turner III (190-PG-1993, agency: Interperformances) of Stade Rochelais. Turner III impressed basketball fans with 38 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists. It was enough for Stade Rochelais to edge the higher-ranked Vichy Clermont (#7, 16-13) by 6 points 101-95. This victory allowed Stade Rochelais to move up to 12th position in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 12-17 record. Turner III is a newcomer at Stade Rochelais and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.0ppg (#2). He also registered 4.3 boards per game.

The third best performed player last round was another Stade Rochelais' star - Gaetan Clerc (189-G-1991). Clerc got into 30-points club by scoring 31 points in the last round. He was another key player of Stade Rochelais, helping his team with a 101-95 win against the higher-ranked Vichy Clermont (#7, 16-13). Clerc has a very solid season. In 29 games in France he scored 8.5ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. David Ramseyer (202-C/F-1987) of Aix-Maurienne - 20 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Christian Nwogbo (200-F-1991) of ASA - 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists
6. William Pfister (202-F-1995) of Saint Quentin - 12 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Jeremy Leloup (200-F-1987) of Orleans - 24 points and 2 rebounds
8. Lucas Bourhis (177-PG-2000) of Quimper - 23 points and 3 assists
9. Jonathan Stark (184-G-1995) of Orleans - 17 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists
10. Marcos Suka-Umu (193-G-1985) of Lille - 21 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists

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

U18 League Round 14 of Second Stage - by Eurobasket News

The round was exceptionally exciting as five games ended with a tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

U18 League round 14 caused change at the leadership position. Third defeat of league's leader Blois (6-3) against sixth ranked Charenton (2-7) 69-64 was the most important game of the last round. Charenton moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Blois at the other side dropped to the second position with three games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. They were replaced at the leadership position by Lievin.
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Nanterre as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Nanterre smashed 4th ranked Orleans at home 101-69. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Orleans. Nanterre have a solid three-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Adour Dax. Orleans at the other side dropped to the third place with four games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams.
Undefeated Nantes (8-1) recorded its first loss on the court of second ranked Versailles on Sunday night. Visitors were defeated by Versailles 75-67. It ended at the same time the nine-game winning streak of Nantes. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Versailles (6-3) have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain second position having just two points less than leader Lievin, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Nantes still keeps top place with one game lost. They share the position with Aix-Maurienne.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 14: Oullins was smashed by Roanne on the road 102-68. Antibes won against Elan Bearnais on its own court 70-69. Bourg unfortunately lost to ASVEL in Villeurbanne 89-91. TOAC rolled over St-Chamond at home 97-76. Le Mans defeated Poitiers on the opponent's court 67-50. Gravelines smashed Quimper in a home game 79-43. Rouen lost to Lille on the road 81-82. Angers unfortunately lost to Cholet on its own court 72-78. Chalon recorded a loss to Strasbourg in a road game 77-95. St-Quentin was defeated by Massy at home 65-75. CFBB Paris smashed Chalons-Reims on the opponent's court 111-73. Metropolitans won against Nancy in a home game 79-74. Saint Vallier unfortunately lost to Marseille on the road 72-84. Montpellier managed to beat Monaco on its own court 72-67. Fos-Provence was defeated by Hyeres-Toulon in a road game 81-72. Bordeaux smashed Limoges CSP at home 85-61. Boulazac was destroyed by Adour Dax on the opponent's court 92-67. Winless Les Sables unfortunately lost to Challans in a home game 63-74. Lorient managed to beat Evreux on the road 67-62. Rennes was defeated by Caen Basket on its own court 71-73. Cergy-Pontoise beat Denain in a road game 93-78. Le Portel won against Marne-la-Vallee at home 80-67. Lievin outscored Metz on the opponent's court 100-75. Touraine managed to beat Paris in a home game 90-87. Mulhouse was defeated by Dijon on the road 79-64. Vichy-Clemont beat Jura on its own court 98-93. Aix-Maurienne won against ASA in Aix-les-Bains 104-88.

Group A

Roanne - Oullins 102-68

No shocking result in a game when third ranked Roanne (11-3) crushed at home 8th ranked Oullins (1-13) 102-68 on Sunday. Roanne have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Loser Oullins keeps the eighth position with 13 games lost.

Antibes - Elan Bearnais 70-69

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both sixth ranked Antibes and 7th ranked Elan Bearnais had identical 2-11 record. This time Antibes used a home court advantage and edged the opponent from Pau 70-69 on Sunday night. Antibes maintains sixth position with 3-11 record, which they share with Poitiers. Elan Bearnais lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Quimper and Nancy.

ASVEL - Bourg 91-89

The game between closely ranked teams ended with first ranked ASVEL's (12-2) home victory over second-ranked Bourg (11-6) in Villeurbanne 91-89 on Sunday. ASVEL have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 12-2 record, which they share with Cholet. Loser Bourg dropped to the third place with six games lost.

TOAC - St-Chamond 97-76

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 5th ranked St-Chamond's (8-6) road loss to fourth ranked TOAC (10-4) 76-97 on Sunday. TOAC moved-up to third place, which they share with Le Mans. Loser St-Chamond keeps the fifth position with six games lost.

Poitiers - Le Mans 50-67

Everything went according to plan when third ranked Le Mans (10-4) defeated on the road 7th ranked Poitiers (3-11) 67-50 on Sunday. Le Mans maintains third position with 10-4 record having just seven point less than leader Lievin, which they share with TOAC. Poitiers lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with Antibes.

Gravelines - Quimper 79-43

There was no surprise when 8th ranked Quimper (2-12) was outleveled on the road by second ranked Gravelines (11-1) 79-43 on Sunday. Gravelines have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 11-1 record having just 3 victories less than leader Lievin. Quimper lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Elan Bearnais and Nancy.

Lille - Rouen 82-81

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when sixth ranked Lille (4-9) edged at home 5th ranked Rouen (6-8) 82-81 on Sunday. Lille maintains sixth position with 4-9 record, which they share with Massy. Loser Rouen keeps the fifth place with eight games lost.

Angers - Cholet 72-78

Rather expected game when 4th ranked Angers (6-7) lost at home to first ranked Cholet (12-2) 78-72 on Sunday. Cholet have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 12-2 record, which they share with ASVEL. Loser Angers keeps the fourth place with seven games lost. They share the position with St-Quentin.

Strasbourg - Chalon 95-77

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when third ranked Strasbourg (8-2) won against at home second-ranked Chalon (9-5) 95-77 on Sunday. Strasbourg have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 8-2 record having just one point less than leader Lievin. Loser Chalon keeps the second place with five games lost.

St-Quentin - Massy 65-75

There was a minor upset when 5th ranked St-Quentin (6-7) lost to seventh ranked Massy (4-9) in Saint-Quentin 65-75 on Sunday. Massy moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Lille. St-Quentin lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth position with seven games lost. They share it with Angers.

Chalons-Reims - CFBB Paris 73-111

Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked CFBB Paris (8-4) outplayed on the road 6th ranked Chalons-Reims (3-10) 111-73 on Sunday. CFBB Paris maintains fourth position with 8-4 record. Loser Chalons-Reims dropped to the seventh place with ten games lost.

Metropolitans - Nancy 79-74

There was no surprise when 8th ranked Nancy (2-12) lost to first ranked Metropolitans (10-2) in Levallois 74-79 on Sunday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Metropolitans maintains first position with 10-2 record. Nancy lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Elan Bearnais and Quimper.

Group B

Marseille - Saint Vallier 84-72

There was a small surprise when fourth ranked Marseille (4-5) beat at home second-ranked Saint Vallier (6-3) 84-72 on Sunday. Marseille moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Saint Vallier keeps the second position with three games lost. They share it with 3 other teams.

Montpellier - Monaco 72-67

Rather expected game when 3rd ranked Monaco (5-4) lost on the road to top-ranked Montpellier (9-0) 72-67 on Sunday. Montpellier have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 9-0 record, which they share with Bordeaux and Lievin. Loser Monaco keeps the third place with four games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams.

Hyeres-Toulon - Fos-Provence 81-72

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when sixth ranked Hyeres-Toulon (1-8) won against at home 5th ranked Fos-Provence (2-7) 81-72 on Sunday. Hyeres-Toulon maintains sixth position with 1-8 record, which they share with Metz and Mulhouse. Loser Fos-Provence keeps the fifth place with seven games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams.

Bordeaux - Limoges CSP 85-61

Not a big story in a game when 3rd ranked Limoges CSP (4-5) was outscored on the road by top-ranked Bordeaux (9-0) 85-61 on Sunday. Bordeaux have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 9-0 record, which they share with Montpellier and Lievin. Loser Limoges CSP keeps the third place with five games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams.

Adour Dax - Boulazac 92-67

Everything went according to plan when second ranked Adour Dax (7-2) outplayed 5th ranked Boulazac (2-7) in Candresse 92-67 on Sunday. Adour Dax have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Nanterre. Loser Boulazac keeps the fifth place with seven games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams.

Les Sables - Challans 63-74

There was no surprise when bottom-ranked Les Sables (0-9) lost at home to fourth ranked Challans (5-4) 74-63 on Sunday. Challans moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Les Sables still closes the standings with nine games lost.

Versailles - Nantes 75-67

Undefeated Nantes (8-1) recorded its first loss on the court of second ranked Versailles on Sunday night. Visitors were defeated by Versailles 75-67. It ended at the same time the nine-game winning streak of Nantes. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Versailles (6-3) have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain second position having just two points less than leader Lievin, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Nantes still keeps top place with one game lost. They share the position with Aix-Maurienne.

Evreux - Lorient 62-67

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when sixth ranked Lorient (2-7) beat on the road 5th ranked Evreux (3-6) 67-62 on Sunday. Lorient moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Evreux keeps the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with ASA.

Rennes - Caen Basket 71-73

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when one of their biggest challengers Rennes (4-5) was edged at home by fourth ranked Caen Basket (4-5) 73-71 on Sunday. Caen Basket moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams including defeated Rennes.

Denain - Cergy-Pontoise 78-93

The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Cergy-Pontoise's (4-5) road victory over 5th ranked Denain (2-7) 93-78 on Sunday. Cergy-Pontoise moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Denain keeps the fifth position with seven games lost. They share it with 5 other teams.

Le Portel - Marne-la-Vallee 80-67

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when second-ranked Marne-la-Vallee (6-3) lost on the road to third ranked Le Portel (5-4) 80-67 on Sunday. Le Portel maintains third position with 5-4 record having just three points less than leader Lievin, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Marne-la-Vallee keeps the second place with three games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams.

Metz - Lievin 75-100

Everything went according to plan when top-ranked Lievin (9-0) outplayed on the road 6th ranked Metz (1-8) 100-75 on Sunday. Lievin have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 9-0 record, which they share with Montpellier and Bordeaux. Metz lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with eight games lost. They share the position with Hyeres-Toulon and Mulhouse.

Nanterre - Orleans 101-69

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Nanterre as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Nanterre smashed 4th ranked Orleans at home 101-69. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Orleans. Nanterre have a solid three-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Adour Dax. Orleans at the other side dropped to the third place with four games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams.

Charenton - Blois 69-64

U18 League round 14 caused change at the leadership position. Third defeat of league's leader Blois (6-3) against sixth ranked Charenton (2-7) 69-64 was the most important game of the last round. Charenton moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Blois at the other side dropped to the second position with three games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. They were replaced at the leadership position by Lievin.

Touraine - Paris 90-87

There was a minor upset when 3rd ranked Paris (5-4) was edged on the road by fifth ranked Touraine (2-7) 90-87 on Sunday. Touraine maintains fifth position with 2-7 record, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Paris keeps the third place with four games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams.

Dijon - Mulhouse 79-64

No shocking result in a game when third ranked Dijon (5-2) beat at home 6th ranked Mulhouse (1-8) 79-64 on Sunday. Dijon moved-up to second place. Loser Mulhouse keeps the sixth position with eight games lost. They share it with Hyeres-Toulon and Metz.

Vichy-Clemont - Jura 98-93

There was a minor upset when second-ranked Jura (5-4) lost on the road to fourth ranked Vichy-Clemont (4-5) 98-93 on Sunday. Vichy-Clemont moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Jura dropped to the third position with four games lost. They share it with 5 other teams.

ASA - Aix-Maurienne 88-104

Rather predictable result when first ranked Aix-Maurienne (8-1) won against on the road 5th ranked ASA (3-6) 104-88 on Sunday. Aix-Maurienne have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 8-1 record, which they share with Nantes. ASA lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with six games lost. They share the position with Evreux.

Alpha Diallo claims French Betclic ELITE ProA weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Guinean-American Alpha Diallo (201-F-1997) had a great game in the last round for league's leader Monaco and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 29.
The 25-year old forward had the game-high 30 points adding eight rebounds and two assists for Monaco in his team's victory, helping them to beat Fos-sur-Mer (#18, 8-20) 98-83. It allowed Monaco to consolidate first place in the French Betclic ELITE ProA. Monaco have a solid 25-5 record. In the team's last game Diallo had a remarkable 84.6% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Alpha Diallo averages this season 10.7ppg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American power forward Jeremy Evans (206-F/C-1987) of Paris. Evans impressed basketball fans with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course Paris cruised to a 99-91 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Nancy (#16, 10-18). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. But Paris managed to improve slightly their position in standings taking 9th place. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 14-15 record. Evans is a newcomer at Paris and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders.

The third best performed player last round was Mali Amadou Sow (206-F-1998) of Blois (#15). Sow got into 30-points club by scoring 31 points in the last round. He went also for eleven rebounds . He was a key player of Blois, leading his team to a 72-68 win against the higher-ranked Le Mans (#7, 15-14). The chances of Blois not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 18 games, recording just eleven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Sow could try to bring Blois' a little bit higher in the standings. Sow has a very solid season. In 29 games in France he scored 14.0ppg. He also has 5.2rpg and FGP: 55.2%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Marcus Keene (178-PG-1995) of Strasbourg - 30 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Victor Wembanyama (224-F-2004) of Levallois - 25 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists
6. JaJuan Johnson (208-PF-1989) of Gravelines - 24 points and 4 rebounds
7. Markis McDuffie (203-F-1997) of Dijon - 23 points and 7 rebounds
8. Juhann Begarin (196-SG-2002) of Paris - 19 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists
9. Bryce Jones (183-PG-1994) of Limoges - 25 points and 12 assists
10. Matt Morgan (188-G-1997) of Le Mans - 23 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists

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

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U18 League Round 15 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The biggest surprise of round 15 was guest Overtime's (#5) easy road victory over Telavi (#6) 85-70 on Monday evening. The game without a history. Overtime led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Telavi's 32. They outrebounded Telavi 53-31 including a 37-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Overtime looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was center Shota Machavariani (205-2005) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 12 rebounds. Guard Jaba Jabakhidze (194-2005) chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Nika Sukhitashvili (183-2006) who recorded 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Overtime maintains fifth place with 4-8 record, which they share with Brooklyn. Telavi at the other side keeps the sixth position with nine games lost.
Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Tbilisi: Sokhumi (#6) and Dinamo (#4). Sokhumi (3-8) crushed visiting Dinamo (6-6) by 26 points 96-70. It was a good game for guard Giorgi Gabunia (194-2006) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 30 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). Giorgi Zurabishvili contributed with 38 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds for the winners. Forward Tornike Axobadze (195-2005) answered with 6 points and 15 rebounds for Dinamo. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sokhumi maintains sixth place with 3-8 record. Dinamo lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with six games lost.
Another exciting game was again a derby between two local teams from Tbilisi: Zaza (#3) and Maccabi (#7). Zaza (7-5) won against visiting Maccabi (1-11) 83-75. It was a great evening for Shio Shioshvili who led his team to a victory scoring 20 points and 5 rebounds. Zaza's coach Giorgi Chachkhiani used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was Saba Gikoshvili with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Zaza have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain third place with 7-5 record having five points less than leader Rustavi, which they share with Orbi. Maccabi lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with 11 games lost. They share it with Gori.

Other games of round 15 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Sokhumi was defeated by Gori in a road game 92-84. Rustavi beat Overtime at home 81-72. Zaza won against Telavi on the opponent's court 89-74. Gori was outscored by Brooklyn in a home game 47-70. Zaza recorded a loss to Rustavi on the road 76-69.
The best stats of 15th round was 23 points by Aleksandre Mgeladze of Zaza.

Gori - Sokhumi 92-84

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 6th ranked Sokhumi (3-8) was defeated on the road by seventh ranked Gori (1-11) 92-84 on Wednesday. The hosts trailed by 1 point at the halftime before their 48-39 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Gori dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Sokhumi's 34. It was a great evening for forward Sandro Zaridze (193-2005) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!) and 19 rebounds. Center Demetre Chochishvili (200-2005) helped adding 18 points and 11 rebounds. The best for the losing side was guard Shalva Meunargia (193-2005) with 29 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and forward Giorgi Zurabishvili (198-2006) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Gori maintains seventh place with 1-11 record, which they share with Maccabi. It was Sokhumi's seventh loss in a row. They keep the sixth position with eight games lost.
Top scorers:
Gori: Z.Sandro 35+19reb+2ast, C.Demetre 18+11reb, M.Saba 18+1reb+3ast, B.Nugzar 12+7reb+9ast, K.Giga 9+10reb+2ast, M.Nika 0
Sokhumi: M.Shalva 29+6reb+6ast, Z.Giorgi 18+13reb+1ast, G.Giorgi 16+7reb+5ast, K.Valeri 12+2reb+2ast, M.Luka 4+11reb+1ast, A.Nika 3+3reb+1ast

Rustavi - Overtime 81-72

No shocking result in a game when first ranked Rustavi (11-1) defeated at home 5th ranked Overtime (4-8) 81-72 on Friday. Overtime trailed by 13 points after 3 quarters before a 20-16 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 72-81 at the end of the game. They outrebounded Overtime 52-30 including a 36-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Rustavi looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Rustavi made 9 blocks. It was a great evening for forward Vazha Kechakmadze (196-2006) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 13 rebounds. Point guard Davit Gogoladze (183-2005) helped adding 18 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. The best for the losing side was guard Jaba Jabakhidze (194-2005) with 23 points and 4 steals and guard Zurab Tsagareli (185-2005) scored 13 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Rustavi have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 11-1 record. Overtime lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with eight games lost. They share it with Brooklyn.
Top scorers:
Rustavi: K.Vazha 25+13reb+1ast, G.Davit 18+10reb+7ast, G.Badri 14+9reb+3ast, C.Nikoloz 9+1reb+3ast, X.Luka 7+3reb+1ast, M.Davit 4+4reb+4ast
Overtime: J.Jaba 23+4reb+1ast, M.Shota 15+7reb, T.Zurab 13+5reb+7ast, C.Nika 9+6reb+1ast, J.Luka 6+6reb+3ast, Z.Aleksandre 4+1reb+1ast

Telavi - Zaza 74-89

Rather expected game when 6th ranked Telavi (3-9) was defeated at home by third ranked Zaza (7-5) 89-74 on Friday. The game was mostly controlled by Zaza. Telavi managed to win second period 28-25. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Telavi 42-27 including 33 on the defensive glass. It was a great shooting night for Zaza especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.9 percentage. It was a great evening for forward Saba Narimanidze (205-2005) who led his team to a victory scoring 22 points and 6 rebounds (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field). Forward Vache Gegeshidze (201-2005) helped adding 11 points and 11 rebounds. Five Zaza players scored in double figures. Zaza's coach Giorgi Chachkhiani used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was forward Kakhaber Iagorashvili (193-2005) with 26 points and 6 rebounds and guard Shota Chavelashvili (186-2006) scored 24 points and 4 steals. Zaza have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain third place with 7-5 record having five points less than leader Rustavi, which they share with Orbi. Loser Telavi keeps the sixth position with nine games lost.
Top scorers:
Zaza: N.Saba 22+6reb+3ast, S.Shio 13+1reb+3ast, D.Levan 13+4reb+4ast, G.Vache 11+11reb+2ast, M.Aleksandre 10+2reb+2ast, G.Ioseb 9+4reb
Telavi: I.Kakhaber 26+6reb+2ast, C.Shota 24+4reb+1ast, S.Nika 13+8reb+6ast, E.Tengo 6+8reb, S.Levan 3, B.Nika 2+1ast

Gori - Brooklyn 47-70

Rather predictable result when fifth ranked Brooklyn (4-8) outscored on the road 7th ranked Gori (1-11) 70-47 on Monday. The game was mostly controlled by Brooklyn. Gori managed to win second period 16-11. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Gori to just 6 points in fourth quarter. Brooklyn forced 19 Gori turnovers and outrebounded them 56-43 including a 36-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for guard Giorgi Abutidze (188-2005) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. Guard Giorgi Gabedava (186-2007) helped adding 13 points and 9 rebounds. Brooklyn's coach Guga Pataraia felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was center Demetre Chochishvili (200-2005) with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 22 rebounds and 4 blocks and center Giga Kasradze (190-2005) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds. Brooklyn maintains fifth place with 4-8 record, which they share with Overtime. Loser Gori keeps the seventh position with 11 games lost. They share it with Maccabi.
Top scorers:
Brooklyn: A.Giorgi 18+11reb+6ast, D.Luka 17+6reb, G.Giorgi 13+9reb+1ast, M.Dachi 8+6reb+4ast, K.Zura 4+2reb+1ast, K.Luka 4+12reb+3ast
Gori: C.Demetre 18+22reb, K.Giga 10+12reb+1ast, B.Nugzar 10+2reb+7ast, M.Saba 6+1reb+2ast, Y.Giorgi 3+5reb+1ast, K.Luka 0

Telavi - Overtime 70-85

The biggest surprise of round 15 was guest Overtime's (#5) easy road victory over Telavi (#6) 85-70 on Monday evening. The game without a history. Overtime led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Telavi's 32. They outrebounded Telavi 53-31 including a 37-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Overtime looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was center Shota Machavariani (205-2005) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 12 rebounds. Guard Jaba Jabakhidze (194-2005) chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Nika Sukhitashvili (183-2006) who recorded 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Kakhaber Iagorashvili (193-2005) added 15 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Overtime maintains fifth place with 4-8 record, which they share with Brooklyn. Telavi at the other side keeps the sixth position with nine games lost.
Top scorers:
Overtime: M.Shota 25+12reb+2ast, J.Jaba 22+8reb+3ast, B.Davit 12+5reb+1ast, J.Luka 10+8reb+3ast, T.Zurab 7+6reb+6ast, C.Nika 7+4reb
Telavi: E.Tengo 15+8reb+1ast, S.Nika 15+9reb+4ast, I.Kakhaber 15+6reb+3ast, C.Shota 12+2reb+4ast, Z.Gela 5+1reb+3ast, C.Luka 3+1reb

Sokhumi - Dinamo 96-70

Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Tbilisi: Sokhumi (#6) and Dinamo (#4). Sokhumi (3-8) crushed visiting Dinamo (6-6) by 26 points 96-70. Sokhumi dominated on the defensive end, holding Dinamo to just 5 points in second quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Dinamo's 38. Sokhumi had a 46-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. Dinamo was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a good game for guard Giorgi Gabunia (194-2006) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 30 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). Forward Giorgi Zurabishvili (198-2006) contributed with 38 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds for the winners. Forward Tornike Axobadze (195-2005) answered with 6 points and 15 rebounds and guard Mixeil Lekishvili (180-2006) added 13 points in the effort for Dinamo. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sokhumi maintains sixth place with 3-8 record. Dinamo lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with six games lost.
Top scorers:
Sokhumi: Z.Giorgi 38+7reb+3ast, G.Giorgi 30+15reb+5ast, M.Luka 11+14reb+1ast, B.Giorgi 7+5reb+4ast, I.Sandro 6+5reb, A.Nika 4+3reb+3ast
Dinamo: L.Mixeil 13+4reb+2ast, K.Lekso 10+3reb, S.Revaz 8+3ast, T.Saba 6+1reb+1ast, A.Tornike 6+15reb+3ast, B.Aleksandre 6+9reb

Zaza - Maccabi 83-75

Another exciting game was again a derby between two local teams from Tbilisi: Zaza (#3) and Maccabi (#7). Zaza (7-5) won against visiting Maccabi (1-11) 83-75. Maccabi trailed by 17 points at halftime and as many as 20 after three quarters before a 24-12 last quarter charge cut the deficit to 75-83 at the end of the game. Zaza had a 31-17 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for guard Shio Shioshvili (-2005) who led his team to a victory scoring 20 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Levan Dzindzibadze (193-2005) helped adding 11 points. Zaza's coach Giorgi Chachkhiani used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was guard Saba Gikoshvili (187-2006) with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Mate Buachidze (182-2006) scored 21 points and 7 rebounds. Zaza have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain third place with 7-5 record having five points less than leader Rustavi, which they share with Orbi. Maccabi lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with 11 games lost. They share it with Gori.
Top scorers:
Zaza: S.Shio 20+5reb+2ast, D.Levan 11+3reb+1ast, G.Ioseb 9+3reb, M.Aleksandre 8+2reb+3ast, E.Otar 8+3reb+1ast, C.Giorgi 8+3reb+1ast
Maccabi: B.Mate 21+7reb+3ast, G.Saba 17+11reb+5ast, C.Duta 13+3reb+1ast, B.Luka 7+1ast, N.Dato 6+1reb+1ast, T.Giorgi 3+1reb+2ast

Rustavi - Zaza 76-69

Not a big story in a game when 3rd placed Zaza (7-5) was defeated on the road by first ranked Rustavi (11-1) 76-69 on Tuesday. The hosts trailed by 1 point at the halftime before their 38-30 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Rustavi forced 23 Zaza turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Zaza's players. It was a great evening for point guard Davit Gogoladze (183-2005) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 assists. Center Badri Gelashvili (197-2005) helped adding 15 points and 4 assists (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). The best for the losing side was forward Saba Narimanidze (205-2005) with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds and guard Aleksandre Mgeladze (196-2006) scored 23 points. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Rustavi have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 11-1 record. Loser Zaza keeps the third position with five games lost. They share it with Orbi.
Top scorers:
Rustavi: G.Davit 23+2reb+10ast, G.Badri 15+2reb+4ast, K.Vazha 12+5reb+2ast, M.Davit 9+9reb+1ast, M.Davit 7+6reb+1ast, G.Nikoloz 6+2reb+4ast
Zaza: M.Aleksandre 23+4reb, N.Saba 22+11reb, E.Otar 7+1reb+2ast, G.Vache 7+4reb+3ast, G.Ioseb 6+7reb+2ast, M.Luka 2

Sandro Zaridze claims Georgian U18 League weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Talented Sandro Zaridze (193-F-2005) had a very impressive game in the last round for Gori and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 15.
The 17-year old forward had a double-double of 35 points and nineteen rebounds, while his team beat Sokhumi (#6, 3-8) 92-84. Gori maintains the 7th position in their group in Georgian U18 League. The season is in a full swing, so it's only a dream for the team to make it into top half of the standings. For contrary they may face relegation if the situation turns from bad to worse. Gori have already lost 11 games and recorded just one victory. In the team's last game Zaridze had a remarkable 52.2% from 2-point range. He turned to be Gori's top player in his first season with the team. Zaridze has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (2nd best: 26.9ppg) and averages solid 2.2bpg and 3.3spg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young forward Giorgi Zurabishvili (198-F-2006) of Sokhumi. Zurabishvili impressed basketball fans with 38 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists. Of course he led Sokhumi to another comfortable win outscoring slightly higher-ranked Dinamo (#4, 6-6) 96-70. Sokhumi's 6th position in Group B has not changed. 8 lost games are too many comparing to just three victories Sokhumi managed to get this year. Zurabishvili is a newcomer at Sokhumi and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 27.1ppg (#1). He also registered 8.4 boards per game.

The third best performed player last round was another Sokhumi's star - Giorgi Gabunia (194-G-2006). Gabunia got into 30-points club by scoring exactly 30 points in the last round. He went also for fifteen rebounds and five assists. He was another key player of Sokhumi, helping his team with a 96-70 easy win against slightly higher-ranked Dinamo (#4, 6-6). Sokhumi can only dream about fighting for top spots in Group B. They have rather bad season and 3-8 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Gabunia has a very solid season. In 11 games in Georgia he scored 17.1ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Demetre Chochishvili (200-C-2005) of Gori - 18 points and 22 rebounds
5. Shalva Meunargia (193-G-2005) of Sokhumi - 29 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists
6. Vazha Kechakmadze (196-F-2006) of Rustavi - 25 points and 13 rebounds
7. Saba Narimanidze (205-F-2005) of Zaza - 22 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Shota Machavariani (205-C-2005) of Overtime - 25 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Kakhaber Iagorashvili (193-F-2005) of Telavi - 26 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Luka Mamuchashvili (205-C-2005) of Sokhumi - 11 points and 14 rebounds

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

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GERMANY

Stats Leaders - 2.Bundesliga

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

TJ CROCKETT

Bochum
(185-G-1999)
Avg: 17.8

17.8

17.4

17.3

17.3

16.6

The EPG Baskets Koblenz Steamroll Past The EN Baskets Schwelm 97-76 In Game One - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

The Post season is what the faithful EPG Baskets Koblenz fans have been waiting for for 7 months as now the season really begins. Everyone knows in Koblenz that the club should of arrived in the playoffs with a spotless record, but the club had a little slip up against Hanau in their living room that cost them the perfect regular season. The gang led by head coach Pat Elzie still came into the playoffs well prepared having won 14 games in a row and had the best offense with 92 points per game and best defense in the league with 71 points allowed. Meeting the EPG Baskets Koblenz were the EN Baskets Schwelm who slipped into the playoffs on the last game day beating the TKS 49ers. Schwelm is a team that can have high scoring games on occasion as they averaged 81 points per game, but also allowed many points with 81. The EPG Baskets Koblenz saw an old teammate with Mr versatile CJ Oldham who had played in Koblenz in the 20-21 COVID season. On an untypical Monday night the EPG Baskets Koblenz welcomed the EN Baskets Schwelm and had many struggles during the 40 minutes, but overall were able to control the game and find their identity in the fourth quarter and steamroll past the EN Baskets Schwelm 97-76. When you only lost 1 game all season long, the expectations grow from week to week as the goal of moving up to the Pro A grows and grows. 'We were nervous at the start. We had problems making shots but we remained stable on defense. We began to play our game in the second half. A win is a win', warned ex easyCredit BBL player Marvin Heckel (190-PG-1997). The EN Baskets Schwelm battled all night long, but one noticed that they just didn't have the man power and bench to combat the game of the EPG Baskets Koblenz. 'We couldn't match their physicality. You could see how much experience they have. We are still very young. Their deep bench helped and we simply had too much respect for them. We underestimated their quick hands as they forced us to many turnovers', stressed ex easyCredit BBL player Chris Frazier.

The EPG Baskets Koblenz had 2 great minutes, but then their game fizzled as they allowed the EN Baskets Schwelm to play their game and have the surprising 4 point lead after 10 minutes. The EPG Baskets ran out to a 6-2 lead as they got a lay and free throws by ex Ehingen center Brian Butler and ex Temple (NCAA) guard Alani Moore made a lay in. The EPG Baskets Koblenz inserted a playoff press that worked wonders and defended aggressively and found good shots on offense. But that all came to an abrupt end as the guests strolled out on a 10-2 run to lead 12-8. The guests calmed down and suddenly had more room on offense. That was perfect for a player like the born shooter Chris Frazier who nailed 2 three's. Give him just a spec of room and he will make you pay. Ex Leverkusen forward CJ Oldham also supplied 2 buckets. Koblenz lost their brutal defensive intensity and on offense attacked the zone aimless trying to break through an unbreakable wall. The EPG Baskets Koblenz actually found some offensive spark going on a 5-0 run as ex Pro A player Nicolas Sperber made an offensive rebound and put back and ex MLP Academics guard Leon Friederici supplied a trey to lead 13-12. But the guests continued to hit big shots as Germans Till Hornscheidt and Mailk Eichler connected from the parking lot for the 19-15. 'We defended well for the first 2 minutes. We had no real offensive flow and had uncontrollable penetration. We had no concentration on our finishes', stated EPG Baskets CEO Thomas Klein.

In the second quarter the EPG Baskets Koblenz had to witness the EN Baskets Schwelm controlling the slim lead as Koblenz began well, but couldn't be consistent. But in the last few minutes the EPG Baskets Koblenz found their game and walked into the locker room at the break with the 6 point lead. Eichler began the second frame with the lay in giving the guests the 21-15 lead. But that didn't stand for long as Pat Elzie and his troops made a move going on a 9-2 run to regain the 24-23 lead. In the run ex Bremerhaven center Moses Poelking displayed his beast qualities making a runner and dunk, while Sperber continued to be aggressive draining a trey and assistant coach/player Yassin Turan sparkled with his quickness scoring on the drive. 'We upped the speed and were more concentrated on the close outs. We defended better on 1-1 and pick and roll', said Thomas Klein. But then came another lull by the EPG Baskets Koblenz as they allowed the EN Baskets Schwelm to get some confidence with their offense. A 5-o run led by a three pointer by German Marius Behr and step back jumper by Chriz Frazier gave the guests the 28-24 lead. One saw on occasion in the first half, that the nervousness of the EPG Baskets Koblenz was present. They had a lot of pressure and now had to perform. Koblenz was too much up and down, but here and there they played well in spurts. Alani Moore who had been more passive in the game changed that making a trey and lay in on transition to give his team the lead back at 32-31. The game showcased mini runs as ex FC Bayern Munich youth player Robert Merz supplied a runner and three pointer for the 38-34 Schwelm lead. But the EPG Baskets Schwelm then played their best basketball of the first half closing out the second quarter with a severe 12-2 run to lead 46-40 at the break. In the run, Koblenz got their offense rolling again. Marvin Heckel scored a trey a lay in while Brian Butler made a lay in. Pat Elzie then called a time out and drew up a beautiful play for Brian Butler. Marvin Heckel fed him for the thunderous alley-oop dunk. 'That was a brutal alley-oop. Brian had a lot of hang time', stated Thomas Klein. Friederici also added a three pointer.

In the third quarter the EPG Baskets Koblenz were able to control the game and lead for a long time by double digits, but at the end allowed the EN Baskets Schwelm to get under 10 points, but after 30 minutes trailed by 10 points. The EPG Baskets Koblenz came out and found a better rhythm on offense. They got vital three's from Friederici who connected twice and Heckel also scored from down town for the 58-43 lead. The EN Baskets Schwelm did all they could to stick around, but couldn't really get over the hump. Malik Eichler was able to give key support from the bench with a 6-0 run with a trey, lay in and free throw as the EPG Baskets Koblenz led only 62-49. The EN Baskets Schwelm continued to chip away and got buckets from Eichler, Oldham Merz and Behr, but couldn't get the needed stops to get closer to Koblenz still trailing 66-55. The EPG Baskets Koblenz had no offensive rhythm which was the chance for the guests. They were in a little flow and got some more production from Till Hornscheidt who dropped free throws and Behr made a lay in as suddenly Schwelm were behind only 67-60. Sperber closed out the third quarter with a deep three pointer getting the perfect swing out pass from Heckel. 'We didn't have the fluid offense that we wanted. I think mentally we weren't where we had to be. Missing so many shots in the first quarter affected us at times', added Marvin Heckel. 'Koblenz played a strange zone. I didn't know why but maybe they were playing with us. We need to attack that better and the pick and roll', stated Chris Frazier.

The EPG Baskets Koblenz had their best phase in the game at both ends in the fourth quarter winning it 27-16. Norwegian guard Johan Flaa began the last frame with a lay to cut Koblenz's lead to 70-62. The EPG Baskets Koblenz then didn't waste anytime finding their strong offense as they went on a 9-0 run to lead 79-64. In the run Leon Friederici was a one man wrecking crew scoring 7 points. He was aggressive scoring two buckets including a rare bank shot jumper and 3 free throws. Alani Moore also supplied an acrobatic lay in after grabbing a loose ball. Koblenz played a strong zone while Friederici carried the EPG Baskets Koblenz. Hornscheidt and Sperber who finished with 11 points then traded three point bombs, but the EPG Baskets Koblenz still had the overwhelming 82-67 advantage. 'Niclas played a good game. He hit big shots', said Thomas Klein. The EPG Baskets Koblenz took the momentum of Sperber's three pointer and rattled off 8 more unanswered points to ultimately decide the game leading 88-67. In the run the top South Pro B team was led by Heckel and ex easyCredit BBL player Dominique Johnson who were aggressive and scored in the lane. Koblenz were closing out well and were too physical for the guests while playing transition basketball. The EPG Baskets Koblenz didn't have any lapses in the last minutes closing out the game in fine fashion. After Moore free throws and a Poelking lay in, EN Baskets Schwelm head coach Falk Moeller was handed a technical foul. Heckel remained aggressive and got to the free throw line two more times closing out the game. 'This was our best quarter without a doubt. We hit our shots well and made good defensive pressure and forced them to turnovers. Plus we got out on transition', added Marvin Heckel. 'Experience was missing on our side. When guys like Friederici and Heckel are playing their game and making shots, It's tough to come back', said Chris Frazier. The EPG Baskets Koblenz had 6 guys in double figures and were led by Marvin Heckel with 20 points. Leon Friederici added 18 points and Brian Butler 16 points while the EN Baskets Schwelm were led by CJ Oldham with 15 points and 13 points by Malik Eichler while Chris Frazier added 11 points. The EPG Baskets Koblenz shot 43% from the field and 39% from outside and had 40 rebounds and 8 turnovers while the EN Baskets Schwelm shot 51% from the field and 31% from outside and had 28 rebounds and 14 turnovers.

Overview of ProB Round 1 of Play-Offs - by Eurobasket News

BSW Sixers - Oberhaching 105-66

Sixers looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Deisenhofen's players. American swingman Donte Nicholas (196-1987, college: FPU) nailed 18 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists (made all of his eight free throws) for the winning side and Marco Rahn (199-1998) accounted for 14 points, 12 rebounds and 4 blocks (perfect from the field making all six shots). Five Sixers players scored in double figures. Naturalized American Omari Knox (185-1986, college: Bloomfield) came up with 19 points and Bernhard Benke (208-1997) added 7 points and 11 rebounds respectively for Deisenhofen in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
BSW Sixers: D.Nicholas 18+7reb+5ast, E.Rapieque 17, R.Hounnou 15+1ast, M.Rahn 14+12reb+3ast, H.Warner 12+7reb, A.Kovacevic 11+3reb+9ast
Oberhaching: O.Knox 19+4reb+3ast, J.Koegler 14+3reb+1ast, M.Noeres 8, B.Benke 7+11reb, F.Fischer 7+9reb, P.Zeis 6+5reb+2ast

Wolmirstedt - Speyer 93-78

Wolmirstedt made 22-of-28 free shots (78.6 percent) during the game. Wolmirstedt outrebounded Speyer 44-21 including a 30-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Maximilian Begue (192-2001) nailed 13 points and 5 assists for the winning side and point guard Martin Bogdanov (186-1992) accounted for 15 points and 5 assists. Wolmirstedt's coach Eiko Potthast used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. American DJ Woodmore (190-1992, college: VWU) came up with 21 points and 7 assists and the other American import Quadre Lollis Jr (196-1994, college: Presentation) added 18 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Speyer in the defeat. Five Wolmirstedt and four Speyer players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Wolmirstedt: M.Bogdanov 15+2reb+5ast, M.Begue 13+4reb+5ast, L.Winter 13+7reb+2ast, L.Kamber 11+3reb+2ast, B.Borekambi 10+7reb, M.Fichtner 6+1reb+1ast
Speyer: D.Woodmore 21+4reb+7ast, Q.Lollis Jr. 18+5reb, D.Aichele 11+5reb+2ast, J.Babic 11+3reb+1ast, D.Dennis 9+2reb, G.Niclas 4+2reb

Coburg - Vechta 2 61-91

Leon Okpara (192-1998) nailed 23 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side and point guard Kevin Smit (182-1991) accounted for 17 points and 7 assists. Naturalized American point guard Tyreese Blunt (192-2002) came up with 19 points and 6 rebounds and Sven Lorber (183-1997) added 17 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Coburg in the defeat. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest.
Top scorers:
Vechta 2: L.Okpara 23+6reb, K.Smit 17+3reb+7ast, J.Culver 12+3reb+5ast, T.Insinger 8+2reb, G.Johann 8+9reb, B.Roman 6+13reb+3ast
Coburg: B.Tyreese 19+6reb+1ast, S.Lorber 17+6reb+2ast, J.Carrasco 7+1reb+1ast, Z.Jonas 6+10reb, P.Adrian 4, H.Nico 3+1ast

Bernau - Ehingen 106-76

SSV Lok Bernau dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Ehingen/Urspringschule's 30. SSV Lok Bernau forced 26 Ehingen/Urspringschule turnovers and outrebounded them 44-28 including 16 on the offensive glass. SSV Lok Bernau looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Ehingen/Urspringschule's players. Rikus Schulte (210-2004) nailed 23 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side and center Akim-Jamal Jonah (210-1998, college: San Diego) accounted for 11 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Four SSV Lok Bernau players scored in double figures. Naturalized Czech point guard Daniel Zacek (182-2001) came up with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and center Vincent Neugebauer (213-2002) added 17 points and 10 rebounds respectively for Ehingen/Urspringschule in the defeat. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest.
Top scorers:
Bernau: S.Rikus 23+8reb+2ast, R.Lanaras 15+4reb+5ast, I.Small 15+6reb+2ast, A.Jonah 11+8reb+5ast, M.Nils 9+5reb+4ast, M.Friederici 7+1ast
Ehingen: D.Zacek 22+5reb+5ast, N.Vincent 17+10reb+1ast, P.Erik 15+2reb+2ast, H.Moritz 9+5reb+4ast, P.Finn 5+3reb+3ast, P.Jenoe 3

Frankfurt Jrs - Koeln 62-73

Worth to mention a great performance of Canadian point guard Ali Sow (185-1998, college: Laurier) who helped to win the game recording 18 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Point guard Rupert Hennen (184-1997) contributed with 13 points for the winners. Four RheinStars players scored in double figures. Nolan Adekunle (200-2002) answered with 23 points and 5 rebounds and Alexander Richardson (205-2003) added 15 points in the effort for Skyliners II. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Koeln: A.Sow 18+8reb+5ast, R.Hennen 13+3reb+3ast, V.Seckendorff Jannis 11+5reb+1ast, A.Bauer 10+7reb, A.Pilipovic 8+1reb+1ast, E.Schmidt 6+4reb
Frankfurt Jrs: A.Nolan 23+5reb+1ast, R.Alexander 15+2reb+1ast, F.Hecker 8+6reb+3ast, N.Leonhardt 7+8reb+2ast, M.Voeller 5+4reb+2ast, A.Onyia 2+2reb+2ast

Hanau - Itzehoe 0-20

Rhoendorf - Bball Loewen 95-102

Ivorian-French Guy Landry Edi (198-1988, college: Gonzaga) nailed a double-double by scoring 37 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds for the winning side and point guard Jan Heber (186-1998) accounted for 15 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. American point guard Devon Goodman (184-1997, college: Pennsylvania) came up with a double-double by scoring 37 points (!!!) and 14 assists and Florian Koch (197-1992) added 17 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Dragons Rhoendorf in the defeat. Five Loewen and four Dragons Rhoendorf players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Bball Loewen: G.Landry Edi 37+10reb+3ast, J.Heber 15+8reb+7ast, T.Lyles 13+3reb+3ast, F.Otto 12+1reb, A.Ceesay 10+1reb+3ast, P.Dominykas 10+8reb+1ast
Rhoendorf: D.Goodman 37+4reb+14ast, F.Koch 17+7reb+1ast, N.Buchholz 14+4reb+1ast, P.Albrecht 11+6reb+1ast, Z.Bangala 9+7reb+4ast, J.Falkenstein 3+2ast

Koblenz - Schwelm 97-76

Koblenz made 26-of-34 free shots (76.5 percent) during the game. Koblenz outrebounded Schwelm 40-28 including 16 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. Point guard Marvin Heckel (190-1997) nailed 20 points and 6 assists for the winning side and Brian Butler (196-1991) accounted for 16 points and 8 rebounds. American CJ Oldham (202-1991, college: Gannon) came up with 15 points and naturalized British center Malik Eichler (213-1997, college: Madonna) added 13 points respectively for Schwelm in the defeat. Five Koblenz and four Schwelm players scored in double figures. Schwelm's coach Falk Moeller gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win.
Top scorers:
Koblenz: M.Heckel 20+1reb+6ast, L.Friederici 18+4reb+3ast, B.Butler 16+8reb+2ast, M.Poelking 14+9reb+2ast, A.Moore II 11+6reb+6ast, N.Sperber 11+6reb+2ast
Schwelm: C.Oldham 15+2reb+2ast, M.Eichler 13+4reb+1ast, C.Frazier 11+3reb+3ast, R.Merz 10+3reb+4ast, M.Behr 9+1reb+1ast, T.Hornscheidt 9+3reb

BBL Round 28: No surprise as #1 ALBA Berlin defeat Hamburg Towers - by Eurobasket News

The games are now more important than at the beginning of the Regular Season. We may still expect few shocking results in upcoming 6 rounds. The round was exceptionally exciting as five games ended with a tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

BBL top team - ALBA Berlin (27-2) had no problems winning another game on Sunday. This time they crushed thirteenth ranked Hamburg Towers (10-19) 83-63. ALBA Berlin made 19-of-22 free shots (86.4 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a quality performance of the former international Johannes Thiemann (206-1994) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and American center Ben Lammers (208-1995, college: Georgia Tech) who added 12 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. ALBA Berlin's coach Israel Gonzalez used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side the former international Lukas Meisner (203-1995, college: Columbia) responded with 13 points and 9 rebounds. ALBA Berlin have an impressive nine-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 27-2 record. Hamburg Towers at the other side keep the thirteenth place with 19 games lost. They share the position with Crailsheim. ALBA Berlin are looking forward to face Braunschweig (#16) at home in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Hamburg Towers will play against MLP Academics Heidelberg and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
BBL top team - ALBA Berlin (27-2) added another victory to their record. This time they beat twelfth ranked Chemnitz (11-17) 76-70. The winners were led by the former international Louis Olinde (205-1998) who scored that evening 17 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) and Luke Sikma supported him with 9 points and 8 rebounds. Even 17 points and 6 rebounds by Kevin Yebo (207-1996) did not help to save the game for Chemnitz. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. ALBA Berlin have an impressive nine-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 27-2 record. Chemnitz at the other side keeps the twelfth place with 17 games lost. ALBA Berlin will play against Braunschweig (#16) at home in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Chemnitz will play against Bayreuth (#18) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
The game in Goettingen was also quite interesting. 5th ranked EnBW Ludwigsburg (16-13) played at the court of sixth ranked BG Goettingen (16-11). BG Goettingen managed to secure a 7-point victory 87-80 on Saturday. Mark Smith fired 25 points and 7 rebounds (made all of his eleven free throws !!!) for the winners. Samuel Waardenburg produced 19 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. EnBW Ludwigsburg's coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. BG Goettingen have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Loser EnBW Ludwigsburg dropped to the sixth position with 13 games lost. BG Goettingen will meet Seawolves (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. EnBW Ludwigsburg will play against Brose Bamberg (#9) and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 28: Rostock lost to Heidelberg on the opponent's court 75-78. Bonn outscored Bayreuth in a home game 86-42. Oldenburg managed to beat Chemnitz on the road 91-89. Crailsheim was defeated by Wuerzburg on its own court 85-86. Ulm was beaten by Braunschweig in a road game 84-67. Bayern won against Bamberg at home 73-72. Weissenfels unfortunately lost to Frankfurt on the opponent's court 65-71. Goettingen managed to beat Oldenburg in a home game 106-97. Ludwigsburg was defeated by Bamberg on the road 81-73.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 19 points and 6 assists by Patrick Miller of Bamberg.

Heidelberg - Rostock 78-75

There was a minor upset when 10th ranked Seawolves (13-15) were edged on the road by twelfth ranked MLP Academics Heidelberg (12-16) 78-75 on Friday. Maximilian Ugrai (201-1995) fired 18 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Belgian Elias Lasisi (191-1992) chipped in 20 points. MLP Academics Heidelberg's coach Joonas Iisalo used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American point guard JeQuan Lewis (185-1994, college: VCU, agency: Octagon Europe) produced 16 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and his fellow American import Nijal Pearson (196-1997, college: Texas St.) added 17 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Seawolves players scored in double figures. MLP Academics Heidelberg have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to eleventh place. Newly promoted Seawolves keep the tenth position with 15 games lost. MLP Academics Heidelberg will meet Hamburg Towers (#14) on the road in the next round. Seawolves will play against BG Goettingen (#5) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Heidelberg: E.Lasisi 20+3reb, M.Ugrai 18+5reb+1ast, V.Kesteloot 10+5reb+2ast, S.Ely 8+1reb, T.Coleman 7+5reb+3ast, J.McVeigh 7+7reb
Rostock: N.Pearson 17+9reb+1ast, J.Lewis 16+6reb+6ast, D.Alston Jr. 14+2reb+3ast, J.Roland 11+1reb+1ast, S.Mawugbe 6+6reb+1ast, T.Gloger 5+1reb

Bonn - Bayreuth 86-42

Very predictable result in Bonn where second ranked Telekom Baskets (25-2) smashed bottom-ranked Bayreuth (5-22) 86-42 on Saturday. They outrebounded Bayreuth 51-27 including a 22-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Telekom Baskets looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. International center Leon Kratzer (211-1997) fired a double-double by scoring 12 points and 15 rebounds for the winners. British Deane Williams (203-1996, college: Augusta) chipped in 16 points and 7 rebounds. Four Telekom Baskets players scored in double figures. Canadian Jackson Rowe (201-1997, college: CS Fullerton) produced 6 points and center Nat-Sidi Diallo (208-2000) added 6 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Telekom Baskets have an impressive 13-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 25-2 record having 2 victories less than leader ALBA. Bayreuth lost third consecutive game. They stay dead last with 22 lost games. Telekom Baskets will meet at home Hakro Merlins (#13) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Bayreuth will play against Chemnitz (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bonn: D.Williams 16+7reb, S.Herrera 14+4reb+1ast, Z.Ensminger 12+6reb+2ast, L.Kratzer 12+15reb+3ast, T.Ward 7+9reb+2ast, K.Tadda 6+3reb
Bayreuth: A.Hill 8+1reb+2ast, S.Grant 6+1reb, N.Diallo 6+6reb, K.Young 6+1reb, J.Rowe 6+4reb+3ast, K.Nikic 5+2reb

Chemnitz - Oldenburg 89-91

Not a big story in a game when 12th ranked Chemnitz (11-17) was edged at home by fourth ranked EWE Baskets (17-11) 91-89 on Saturday. EWE Baskets made 26-of-31 free shots (83.9 percent) during the game. American point guard DeWayne Russell (180-1994, college: GCU) fired a double-double by scoring 27 points and 10 assists for the winners. Canadian center Owen Klassen (208-1991, college: Acadia) chipped in 10 points and 7 rebounds. Lithuanian point guard Arnas Velicka (195-1999) produced 15 points and 6 assists and American point guard Wes Clark (184-1994, college: Buffalo) added 15 points respectively for lost side. Five Chemnitz players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. EWE Baskets maintains fourth position with 17-11 record. Loser Chemnitz keeps the twelfth place with 17 games lost. EWE Baskets will meet s Oliver Baskets (#8) in the next round. Chemnitz will play against Bayreuth (#18) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Oldenburg: D.Russell 27+3reb+10ast, O.Klassen 10+7reb+1ast, K.Ogbe 10+6reb, N.Agbakoko 9+1reb, M.DiLeo 9+4reb, T.Drechsel 8+1reb+4ast
Chemnitz: A.Velicka 15+1reb+6ast, W.Clark 15+3reb+3ast, K.Yebo 14+3reb+1ast, M.Susinskas 11+4reb+2ast, J.George 10+4reb+1ast, M.Osborne 7+2reb+1ast

Crailsheim - Wuerzburg 85-86

Everything went according to plan in Crailsheim where eighth ranked s Oliver Baskets (15-14) edged 13th ranked Hakro Merlins (10-19) 86-85 on Saturday. American point guard Cameron Hunt (192-1997, college: Southwestern, KS) fired 24 points and 4 assists for the winners. The other American import point guard Stanley Whittaker (183-1994, college: Keiser) chipped in 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international Maurice Stuckey (187-1990) produced 14 points and 7 rebounds and Lithuanian Arunas Mikalauskas (203-1997) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. s Oliver Baskets maintains eighth position with 15-14 record. Hakro Merlins lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth place with 19 games lost. They share the position with Hamburg. s Oliver Baskets will meet at home higher ranked EWE Baskets (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Hakro Merlins will play against the league's second-placed Telekom Baskets (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Wuerzburg: C.Hunt 24+2reb+4ast, S.Whittaker 18+7reb+4ast, N.Carvacho 11+11reb, J.Boehmer 10+2reb+1ast, D.Griffin 9+1ast, O.Williams 7+7reb+1ast
Crailsheim: J.Batemon 16+1reb+2ast, M.Stuckey 14+7reb+1ast, A.Mikalauskas 13+6reb+1ast, A.Midtgaard 11+6reb, J.Lewis 9+9reb, E.Maxhuni 9+1reb+5ast

Goettingen - Ludwigsburg 87-80

The game in Goettingen was also quite interesting. 5th ranked EnBW Ludwigsburg (16-13) played at the court of sixth ranked BG Goettingen (16-11). BG Goettingen managed to secure a 7-point victory 87-80 on Saturday. BG Goettingen made 23-of-26 free shots (88.5 percent) during the game. American Mark Smith (193-1999, college: Kansas St.) fired 25 points and 7 rebounds (made all of his eleven free throws !!!) for the winners. Till Pape (206-1997) chipped in 11 points, 8 rebounds and 4 blocks. New Zealand forward Samuel Waardenburg (208-1999, college: Miami, FL) produced 19 points and 5 rebounds and American point guard Jhonathan Dunn (193-1998, college: S.Nazarene) added 10 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five BG Goettingen and four EnBW Ludwigsburg players scored in double figures. EnBW Ludwigsburg's coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. BG Goettingen have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Loser EnBW Ludwigsburg dropped to the sixth position with 13 games lost. BG Goettingen will meet Seawolves (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. EnBW Ludwigsburg will play against Brose Bamberg (#9) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Goettingen: M.Smith 25+7reb+1ast, R.Edwards 14+3reb+1ast, R.Hammonds 12+3reb+1ast, T.Pape 11+8reb+2ast, H.Frey 11+3reb+2ast, J.Bess 10+7reb
Ludwigsburg: S.Waardenburg 19+5reb+1ast, P.Jacob 13+3reb, J.Dunn 10+5reb+3ast, E.Edigin 10+4reb, P.Hubb 9+3reb+2ast, T.Kuhse 7+5reb+1ast

Braunschweig - Ulm 84-67

There was an upset when higher ranked ratiopharm Ulm (15-13) was defeated on the road by sixteenth ranked Braunschweig (9-19) 84-67 on Sunday. Braunschweig made 19-of-21 free shots (90.5 percent) during the game. Angolan center Jilson Bango (208-1999) fired 16 points and 8 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. The former international David Kramer (198-1997, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 18 points and 5 rebounds (made all of his nine free throws !!!). Five Braunschweig players scored in double figures. Brazilian point guard Yago Matheus (175-1999) produced 29 points and American swingman Brandon Paul (193-1991, college: Illinois, agency: Pensack Sports) added 9 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Braunschweig maintains sixteenth position with 9-19 record. Loser ratiopharm Ulm keeps the seventh place with 13 games lost. Braunschweig will meet league's leader ALBA Berlin on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. ratiopharm Ulm will play against MBC (#15) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Braunschweig: D.Kramer 18+5reb+1ast, J.Bango 16+8reb+1ast, D.Myles 14+2reb+1ast, R.Amaize 12+3reb+1ast, R.Cole 11+2reb+6ast, D.Sleva 8+1reb
Ulm: Y.Matheus 29+3ast, B.Paul 9+4reb, K.Jallow 6+2reb, B.Caboclo 6+5reb, T.Klepeisz 5+3reb+3ast, J.Hawley 4+4reb

Bayern - Bamberg 73-72

No shocking result in a game when third ranked Bayern Muenchen (22-7) edged at home 9th ranked Brose Bamberg (14-16) 73-72 on Sunday. However just one-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. American DJ Seeley (193-1989, college: CS Fullerton) fired 13 points for the winners. The former international point guard Isaac Bonga (204-1999) chipped in 11 points and 5 rebounds. Five Bayern Muenchen players scored in double figures. Czech Jaromir Bohacik (198-1992, agency: Octagon Europe) produced 18 points and American guard Patrick Miller (185-1992, college: Tennessee St., agency: Slash Sports) added 7 points and 9 assists (made all of his nine free throws !!!) respectively for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Bayern Muenchen maintains third position with 22-7 record having five points less than leader ALBA. Loser Brose Bamberg keeps the ninth place with 16 games lost. Bayern Muenchen will meet at home Skyliners (#17) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Brose Bamberg will play against EnBW Ludwigsburg (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bayern: D.Seeley 13+2reb+3ast, I.Bonga 11+5reb+2ast, Z.Cheatham 11+6reb, C.Winston 10+3reb+1ast, V.Lucic 10+4reb, A.Obst 7+2reb
Bamberg: J.Bohacik 18+2reb+1ast, C.Sengfelder 15+5reb, G.Simmons 11+2reb+1ast, G.Chachashvili 7+5reb, P.Miller 7+4reb+9ast, S.Young 5+4reb

Frankfurt - Weissenfels 71-65

There was a minor upset in Frankfurt where 15th ranked MBC (9-18) was defeated by seventeenth ranked Skyliners (8-20) 71-65 on Sunday. The former international point guard Joshua Obiesie (198-2000) fired 22 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. American power forward Derek Cooke Jr (206-1991, college: Wyoming) chipped in 8 points and 11 rebounds. American swingman Kris Clyburn (198-1996, college: UNLV) produced 13 points and 7 rebounds and his fellow American import Tremmell Darden (194-1981, college: Niagara) added 13 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four MBC players scored in double figures. MBC's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Skyliners maintains seventeenth position with 8-20 record. MBC lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth place with 18 games lost. Skyliners will meet higher ranked Bayern Muenchen (#3) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. MBC will play against ratiopharm Ulm (#7) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Frankfurt: J.Obiesie 22+9reb+2ast, L.Wank 11+1reb, J.Theodore 10+5reb+3ast, D.Cooke Jr. 8+11reb+2ast, Q.Robertson 6+3reb+1ast, I.Washington 5+1reb+2ast
Weissenfels: C.Callison 14+1reb+1ast, K.Clyburn 13+7reb+2ast, T.Darden 13+7reb, K.Mushidi 13+2reb, S.Jelks 6+7reb+1ast, S.Reynolds 3+1reb+2ast

Hamburg - ALBA 63-83

BBL top team - ALBA Berlin (27-2) had no problems winning another game on Sunday. This time they crushed thirteenth ranked Hamburg Towers (10-19) 83-63. ALBA Berlin made 19-of-22 free shots (86.4 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a quality performance of the former international Johannes Thiemann (206-1994) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and American center Ben Lammers (208-1995, college: Georgia Tech) who added 12 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. ALBA Berlin's coach Israel Gonzalez used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side the former international Lukas Meisner (203-1995, college: Columbia) responded with 13 points and 9 rebounds and American Yoeli Childs (203-1998, college: BYU) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 11 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. ALBA Berlin have an impressive nine-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 27-2 record. Hamburg Towers at the other side keep the thirteenth place with 19 games lost. They share the position with Crailsheim. ALBA Berlin are looking forward to face Braunschweig (#16) at home in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Hamburg Towers will play against MLP Academics Heidelberg and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
ALBA: J.Thiemann 16+3reb, B.Lammers 12+5reb, T.Schneider 10+5reb, Y.Zoosman 10+4reb+1ast, P.Gabriele 9+7reb+1ast, L.Sikma 8+1reb+4ast
Hamburg: L.Schoormann 14+2reb, L.Meisner 13+9reb+1ast, Y.Childs 10+11reb+1ast, J.Wohlfarth-Bottermann 10+8reb+2ast, L.Hoffmann 5+1reb, M.Kozak 4+7reb+3ast

Chemnitz - ALBA 70-76

BBL top team - ALBA Berlin (27-2) added another victory to their record. This time they beat twelfth ranked Chemnitz (11-17) 76-70. ALBA Berlin made 16-of-21 charity shots (76.2 percent) during the game. Chemnitz was plagued by 27 personal fouls down the stretch. The winners were led by the former international Louis Olinde (205-1998) who scored that evening 17 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) and American Luke Sikma (202-1989, college: Portland) supported him with 9 points and 8 rebounds. Even 17 points and 6 rebounds by Kevin Yebo (207-1996) did not help to save the game for Chemnitz. Lithuanian point guard Arnas Velicka (195-1999) added 20 points and 4 assists for lost side. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. ALBA Berlin have an impressive nine-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 27-2 record. Chemnitz at the other side keeps the twelfth place with 17 games lost. ALBA Berlin will play against Braunschweig (#16) at home in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Chemnitz will play against Bayreuth (#18) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
ALBA: L.Olinde 17+2reb, J.Mattisseck 14+3reb+1ast, M.Delow 9+4reb+1ast, L.Sikma 9+8reb+1ast, Y.Zoosman 9+3reb+1ast, J.Thiemann 6+1reb+4ast
Chemnitz: A.Velicka 20+4ast, K.Yebo 17+6reb+1ast, M.Susinskas 11+3reb, J.Richter 7+4reb+1ast, W.Clark 7+2reb+3ast, M.Osborne 3+1reb

Goettingen - Oldenburg 106-97

There was a small surprise when sixth ranked BG Goettingen (16-11) defeated at home one of their biggest challengers EWE Baskets (17-11) 106-97 on Tuesday. BG Goettingen made 24-of-29 free shots (82.8 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American Mark Smith (193-1999, college: Kansas St.) fired a double-double by scoring 20 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Norwegian point guard Harald Frey (188-1997, college: Montana St.) chipped in 21 points and 9 assists. American point guard DeWayne Russell (180-1994, college: GCU) produced 25 points and 4 assists and Alen Pjanic (202-1997) added 14 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. EWE Baskets' coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. BG Goettingen have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. EWE Baskets lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with 11 games lost. BG Goettingen will meet Seawolves (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. EWE Baskets will play against s Oliver Baskets (#8) in Wuerzburg and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Goettingen: H.Frey 21+1reb+9ast, M.Smith 20+13reb+3ast, J.Bess 20+1reb+1ast, R.Hammonds 16+4reb+1ast, T.Pape 11+3ast, R.Edwards 10+2reb
Oldenburg: D.Russell 25+3reb+4ast, A.Pjanic 14+8reb+2ast, K.Ogbe 11+2reb+1ast, T.Holyfield 11+7reb, T.Drechsel 11+4reb+4ast, H.Gravett 11+5ast

Bamberg - Ludwigsburg 81-73

There was an upset when higher ranked EnBW Ludwigsburg (16-13) was defeated on the road by ninth ranked Brose Bamberg (14-16) 81-73 on Wednesday. American guard Patrick Miller (185-1992, college: Tennessee St., agency: Slash Sports) fired 19 points and 6 assists for the winners. Czech Jaromir Bohacik (198-1992, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 10 points and 6 rebounds. Four Brose Bamberg players scored in double figures. American point guard Will Cherry (185-1991, college: Montana) produced 10 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and naturalized Cuban Yorman Polas-Bartolo (191-1985) added 14 points and 4 steals respectively for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Brose Bamberg maintains ninth position with 14-16 record. Loser EnBW Ludwigsburg dropped to the sixth place with 13 games lost. Brose Bamberg will again meet at home higher ranked EnBW Ludwigsburg (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. EnBW Ludwigsburg will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Bamberg: P.Miller 19+2reb+6ast, G.Simmons 15+3reb, S.Young 12+4reb+1ast, J.Bohacik 10+6reb+2ast, C.Sengfelder 6+9reb+2ast, K.Wohlrath 6+3reb
Ludwigsburg: P.Hubb 17+1reb+2ast, Y.Polas-Bartolo 14+4reb+2ast, W.Cherry 10+5reb+5ast, J.Johnson 9+6reb+1ast, S.Waardenburg 6+1reb, S.Miller 5+4reb+2ast

German BBL round 28 best performance: Joshua Obiesie (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

International Point guard Joshua Obiesie (198-PG-2000) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Frankfurt, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 28.
The 22-year old player was the main contributor (22 points, nine rebounds and two assists) to his team's victory, helping them to beat Weissenfels (#15, 9-18) 71-65. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Frankfurt maintains the 17th position in German BBL. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 20 games and recorded just eight victories. In the team's last game Obiesie had a remarkable three three-pointers out of 6 attempts. He turned to be Frankfurt's top player in his first season with the team. Joshua Obiesie averages this season 12.1ppg.

The second best player in last round's games was young Angolan Jilson Bango (208-C-1999) of Braunschweig. Bango had a very good evening with 16 points and 8 rebounds. Of course he led Braunschweig to another comfortable win 84-67 over the higher-ranked Ulm (#7, 15-13) being unquestionably team leader. Braunschweig's 16th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 9-19 record. Bango is a newcomer at Braunschweig, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was American guard Mark Smith (193-SG-1999) of Goettingen (#5). Smith scored 25 points and grabbed seven rebounds. He was a key player of Goettingen, leading his team to a 87-80 win against slightly lower-ranked Ludwigsburg (#6, 16-13). Goettingen needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 16 victories and 11 lost games. Smith has a great season in Germany. After 24 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.2ppg (7th best) and rebounds with 6.7rpg (3rd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Leon Kratzer (211-C-1997) of Bonn - 12 points, 15 rebounds and 3 assists
5. DeWayne Russell (180-PG-1994) of Oldenburg - 27 points, 3 rebounds and 10 assists
6. Deane Williams (203-PF-1996) of Bonn - 16 points and 7 rebounds
7. Harald Frey (188-PG-1997) of Goettingen - 21 points and 9 assists
8. Louis Olinde (205-SF-1998) of ALBA - 17 points and 2 rebounds
9. Nicolas Carvacho (211-F/C-1997) of Wuerzburg - 11 points and 11 rebounds
10. Till Pape (206-PF-1997) of Goettingen - 11 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)

Ingo Freyer takes over MBC - by Daniel Poerschke

BBL club SYNTAINICS MBC Weissenfels made a change at their Head Coach position today, as Ingo Freyer will take over immediately at the sidelines. He will replce Igor Jovovic. Ingo Freyer's task will be to keep the club in the BBL and avoid regulation. Last season Freyer did such a job succesfully already, as he was able to keep Oldenburg in the league. Freyer has a lot of BBL coaching eyperience, as he was the Head Coach in Hagen and Giessen before.

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Five-Star Prospect Dink Pate Signs With G League Ignite - by Eurobasket News

Dink Pate (6'6''-SG), a five-star recruit for the class of 2024, signed with the G League Ignite on Monday. "The whole idea of why I started playing basketball was to be a pro. G League Ignite brings me one step closer to my dream. It's all about the development of my game," said Pate. Pate, who turned 17 in March, is the youngest known professional basketball player in U.S. history. Pate graduated high school a year early and will join the team this summer. Because he will not turn 19 until 2025, Pate will not be eligible for the 2024 draft. He instead will be committing two years with the Ignite.
Courtesy of: realgm.com

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Stats Leaders (Men)

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Vinnie SHAHID

Thor Thorl
(180-PG-1998)
Avg: 27.2

27.2

22.6

21.0

20.3

20.1

Standings - D1 League

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Ahmad GILBERT

Hrunamenn
(200-F-1996)
Avg: 31.9

31.9

29.9

28.7

20.7

20.7

Subway League Round 5 of Quarter-Finals. Thor Thorl secure semifinal berth - by Eurobasket News

Haukar - Thor Thorl 93-95

Thor Thorl upset Haukar on the road to secure the semifinal berth. The guests trailed by 2 points after three quarters before their 24-20 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Thor Thorl made 22-of-25 free shots (88.0 percent) during the game. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Thor Thorl made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was American point guard Vinnie Shahid (180-1998, college: NDSU) who scored 35 points (!!!) and 8 assists. Guard Tomas Thrastarson (197-2005) chipped in 15 points and 6 rebounds. The former international guard Hilmar Henningsson (195-2000) produced 23 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists and Lithuanian power forward Norbertas Giga (208-1995, college: JSU) added 22 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the hosts. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Haukar: H.Henningsson 23+8reb+9ast, N.Giga 22+11reb+4ast, D.Davis 18+6reb+4ast, G.Orri 12+5reb+3ast, D.Mortensen 10+5reb+4ast, B.Gylfason 5+1reb
Thor Thorl: V.Shahid 35+2reb+8ast, T.Tomas 15+6reb+2ast, P.Hernandez 14+6reb+1ast, J.Semple 12+6reb+4ast, F.Lampropoulos 10+6reb+2ast, E.Einarsson 9+1reb+2ast

D1 Round 2 of Finals. Skallagrimur draw things even - by Eurobasket News

Skallagrimur - Hamar 86-81

The hosts were tied at the half but managed to speed up in last two quarters eventually winning the game. Skallagrimur made 24-of-29 free shots (82.8 percent) during the game, while Hamar only scored six points from the stripe. Skallagrimur looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. 25 personal fouls committed by Hamar helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American Keith Jordan (198-1998, college: SHU) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 32 points and 13 rebounds. Point guard Bjorgvin Rikhardsson (195-1993) contributed with 12 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners. Four Skallagrimur players scored in double figures. Spanish point guard Jose Medina (185-1993) replied with 33 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 7 assists and American forward Brendan Howard (198-1998, college: Providence, MT) added 13 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Hamar.
Top scorers:
Skallagrimur: K.Jordan 32+13reb+1ast, M.Sedlarevic 12+9reb+8ast, B.Rikhardsson 12+3reb+4ast, B.Rikhardsson 12+8reb+9ast, A.Bjornsson 7, D.Gudmundsson 6+1reb
Hamar: J.Medina 33+7reb+7ast, B.Howard 13+9reb+1ast, P.Elias 10+1reb+2ast, S.Alfonso 9+1reb, R.Nathanaelsson 6+10reb+2ast, B.Asgeirsson 6+3reb+1ast

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Loto League Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Tyler BEY

I.Ness Ziona
(201-F-1998)
Avg: 21.0

21.0

18.9

17.2

17.0

16.8

Overview of National League Round 3 of Quarter-Finals - by Eurobasket News

H.Afula - M.Raanana 75-68

H.Afula outrebounded M.Raanana 44-29 including 30 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for American Jimmy Hall (203-1994, college: Kent St.) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Naturalized Argentinian swingman Lucas Goldenberg (190-1993) helped adding 13 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Four H.Afula players scored in double figures. H.Afula's coach Roi Perl used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was American swingman Jason Siggers (194-1985, college: Albany, agency: Avi Zilberman) with 19 points and the other American import forward Jalen Canty (203-1995, college: UCSB, agency: Haylett Sports) scored 11 points and 7 rebounds.
Top scorers:
M.Raanana: J.Siggers 19+3reb, J.Canty 11+7reb+3ast, A.Leder 10+1ast, W.Workman 9+7reb+4ast, E.Alber 7+3reb+3ast, R.Geffen 5+2reb+4ast
H.Afula: T.Asayag 16+3reb+3ast, J.Hall 15+10reb+5ast, L.Goldenberg 13+11reb+5ast, R.Netzia 11+4reb+1ast, T.Fitzpatrick 9+9reb+1ast, K.Zorno 8+4reb+1ast

E.Ashkelon - M.Rishon 82-78

E.Ashkelon dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Maccabi Rishon's 28. It was an exceptional evening for American power forward Thomas Gipson (202-1993, college: Kansas St.) who led the winners and scored 19 points and 8 rebounds. Naturalized American guard Clarke Rosenberg (193-1993, college: Chicago St.) accounted for 17 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. Point guard Guy Palatin (192-2000) came up with 15 points and 6 assists and American forward Cody Riley (206-1997, college: UCLA) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Maccabi Rishon in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game.
Top scorers:
M.Rishon: G.Palatin 15+3reb+6ast, C.Riley 14+5reb+1ast, J.Mor 12+5reb+1ast, J.Armstrong 9+1reb+3ast, Y.Amiram 6+1reb, T.Cohen 6+6reb+2ast
E.Ashkelon: D.Tucker 22+4reb+1ast, T.Gipson 19+8reb+1ast, C.Rosenberg 17+7reb+4ast, R.Pitshon 7+3reb, B.David Omer 5+1reb, S.Harush 5

M.Ramat Gan - Ramat Hash. 88-85

M.Ramat Gan dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Ramat Hash.'s 34. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was guard Kevin Capers (188-1993, college: FSC, agency: BIG) who scored 21 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Demetrius Treadwell (201-1991, college: Akron) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Tyler Wideman (203-1995, college: Butler) who recorded a double-double by scoring 25 points and 17 rebounds and point guard Diante Watkins (175-1990, college: RMU) added 21 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Ramat Hash.'s coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
Ramat Hash.: T.Wideman 25+17reb+2ast, D.Watkins 21+6reb+9ast, A.Ebo 18+7reb+2ast, O.Hai 11+6reb, A.Bier-Katz 4+4reb+1ast, Y.Yam 3+2reb
M.Ramat Gan: K.Capers 21+5reb+3ast, E.Hirsh 14+8reb+2ast, H.Dadon 14+5reb+4ast, D.Treadwell 13+12reb+4ast, J.Cohen 9+7reb+2ast, D.Rosenbaum 8+1reb+1ast

E.Netanya - I.Nahariya 102-106

I.Nahariya made 25-of-28 free shots (89.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 E.Netanya turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was American power forward Romello White (203-1998, college: Ole Miss) who scored 29 points and 9 rebounds. The former international point guard Yogev Ohayon (189-1987) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points, 7 rebounds and 17 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Ethan Butler (190-2002) who recorded 35 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 7 assists and swingman Dori Sahar (195-2001, agency: Avi Zilberman) added 23 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Five I.Nahariya and four E.Netanya players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game.
Top scorers:
E.Netanya: B.Ethan 35+5reb+7ast, D.Sahar 23+7reb+2ast, S.Ben 13+7reb+3ast, J.Robinson 12+8reb+3ast, P.Yahel 8+2reb+3ast, D.Reuven 4+1reb
I.Nahariya: R.White 29+9reb, I.Eisendorf 25+3reb+1ast, M.Trent 20+4reb+2ast, Y.Ohayon 13+7reb+17ast, D.Drapic 12+5reb, A.Reuven 4+4reb+2ast

Winner League Round 2 of Second Stage - by Eurobasket News

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

The biggest surprise of round 2 was guest Bnei Hasharon's road victory over Hapoel Beer Sheva 86-75 on Saturday evening. They outrebounded Hapoel Beer Sheva 40-22 including a 30-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. 24 personal fouls committed by Hapoel Beer Sheva helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American point guard Quinton Hooker (183-1995, college: N.Dakota) who scored 23 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. The other American import Maurice Kemp (203-1991, college: ECU) chipped in 18 points and 9 rebounds. American-Nigerian guard David Efianayi (188-1995, college: Gardner-Webb) produced 14 points and 7 assists for the hosts. Bnei Hasharon is looking forward to face Hapoel Haifa at home in the next round where they are favorite. Hapoel Beer Sheva will have a break next round.
An exciting game was played in Jerusalem. Hapoel Jerusalem faced Hapoel Holon. Host Hapoel Jerusalem defeated guests from Holon 75-66. American point guard Kenneth Smith (190-1993, college: Louisiana Tech) orchestrated the victory by scoring 18 points and 6 assists. Zachary Hankins contributed with 9 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Hapoel Jerusalem's coach Aleksandar Dzikic allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American-Liberian point guard Joe Ragland (182-1989, college: Wichita St.) replied with 20 points for Hapoel Holon. Hapoel Jerusalem will play against Galil Elion in Kfar Blum in the next round. Hapoel Holon will play at home against Hapoel Tel-Aviv and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Kfar Blum was also quite interesting. Ironi Nes-Ziona played at the court of Galil Elion. Galil Elion managed to secure a 9-point victory 94-85 on Friday. Nimrod Levi scored 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners. DJ Cooper responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Galil Elion will meet Hapoel Jerusalem on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Ironi Nes-Ziona will play against Maccabi Tel-Aviv and hope to secure a win.

In the last two games of round 2 E.Kiryat Ata defeated H.Gilboa Galil in a road game 93-91. H.Haifa beat H.Eilat at home 104-91.

H.Galil Elion - I.Ness Ziona 94-85

The game in Kfar Blum was also quite interesting. Ironi Nes-Ziona played at the court of Galil Elion. Galil Elion managed to secure a 9-point victory 94-85 on Friday. Galil Elion made 26-of-28 free shots (92.9 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The former international Nimrod Levi (208-1995, agency: Avi Zilberman) scored 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American guard Deishuan Booker (190-1996, college: LBSU, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 17 points and 4 assists during the contest. American point guard DJ Cooper (183-1990, college: Ohio) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and his fellow American import forward Tyler Bey (201-1998, college: Colorado, agency: Agency) produced a double-double by scoring 23 points and 11 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Galil Elion will meet Hapoel Jerusalem on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Ironi Nes-Ziona will play against Maccabi Tel-Aviv and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
H.Galil Elion: A.Lotan 19+3reb, D.Booker 17+4reb+4ast, N.Levi 13+8reb+4ast, M.Itay 13+1reb+1ast, D.Marble 11+4reb, B.Washington 11+10reb+3ast
I.Ness Ziona: T.Bey 23+11reb, D.Cooper 18+5reb+11ast, J.Meyinsse 13+6reb, S.Buchanan 13+4reb+2ast, R.Adam 9+2reb, R.Harrell Jr. 4+2reb

H.Gilboa Galil - E.Kiryat Ata 91-93

There was no surprise in Gan Ner where Gilboa Galil was edged by E.Kiryat Ata 93-91 on Sunday. E.Kiryat Ata looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American forward Amin Stevens (203-1990, college: FAMU, agency: BIG) had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international Karam Mashour (198-1991, college: Morehead St.) chipped in 14 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. American guard London Perrantes (187-1994, college: Virginia) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists and his fellow American import forward Robert Franks (201-1996, college: WSU) scored 21 points and 7 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. E.Kiryat Ata will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Gilboa Galil will play against Hapoel Eilat and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
E.Kiryat Ata: A.Stevens 21+10reb+1ast, J.Reddic 15+6reb+1ast, M.Brisker 15+1reb+5ast, K.Mashour 14+7reb+3ast, Y.Hanochi 10+4reb+1ast, C.Lewis 9+2reb+6ast
H.Gilboa Galil: R.Franks 21+7reb+2ast, L.Perrantes 20+5reb+10ast, P.Willis 13+4reb+2ast, A.Suss 13+2reb+1ast, G.Gutt 9+2reb+3ast, C.Brown 9+8reb+1ast

H.Be'er Sheva - Bnei Hertzeliya 75-86

The biggest surprise of round 2 was guest Bnei Hasharon's road victory over Hapoel Beer Sheva 86-75 on Saturday evening. They outrebounded Hapoel Beer Sheva 40-22 including a 30-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. 24 personal fouls committed by Hapoel Beer Sheva helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American point guard Quinton Hooker (183-1995, college: N.Dakota) who scored 23 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. The other American import Maurice Kemp (203-1991, college: ECU) chipped in 18 points and 9 rebounds. American-Nigerian guard David Efianayi (188-1995, college: Gardner-Webb) produced 14 points and 7 assists and American Greg Whittington (203-1993, college: Georgetown) added 14 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Bnei Hasharon is looking forward to face Hapoel Haifa at home in the next round where they are favorite. Hapoel Beer Sheva will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Bnei Hertzeliya: Q.Hooker 23+6reb+6ast, C.Babb 21+3reb+3ast, M.Kemp 18+9reb+2ast, S.Cohen III 10+3reb+2ast, J.Gamble 8+6reb+1ast, R.Carter 4+4reb+1ast
H.Be'er Sheva: E.Koulechov 14+4reb, D.Efianayi 14+2reb+7ast, G.Whittington 14+6reb+2ast, J.Shuchman 10+4reb+2ast, P.Roy 10+1ast, T.Keita 8+4reb+1ast

H.Haifa - H.Eilat 104-91

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when Hapoel Haifa defeated at home Hapoel Eilat 104-91 on Sunday. Hapoel Haifa made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. American point guard Anthony Hickey (180-1992, college: OK State, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 25 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import forward Justin Tillman (203-1996, college: VCU) chipped in 20 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. South Sudanese-Australian center Mangok Mathiang (208-1992, college: Louisville) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 17 rebounds and American guard Antonius Cleveland (196-1994, college: SEMO) scored 17 points and 6 rebounds. Five Hapoel Haifa and four Hapoel Eilat players scored in double figures. Hapoel Haifa will meet Bnei Hasharon in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Hapoel Eilat will play against Gilboa Galil and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
H.Haifa: A.Hickey 25+5reb+7ast, J.Tillman 20+8reb+1ast, I.Cousins 17+5reb+4ast, A.Simhon 16+1reb+3ast, J.Jones 15+3reb+1ast, W.Rayman 11+5reb+1ast
H.Eilat: M.Mathiang 18+17reb+2ast, A.Cleveland 17+6reb, T.Petteway 15, A.Tilghman 11+2reb, N.Artzi 11+4reb+1ast, E.Griffin 9+2reb+2ast

H.Jerusalem - H.Holon 75-66

An exciting game was played in Jerusalem. Hapoel Jerusalem faced Hapoel Holon. Host Hapoel Jerusalem defeated guests from Holon 75-66. Hapoel Jerusalem outrebounded Hapoel Holon 40-24 including a 30-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. American point guard Kenneth Smith (190-1993, college: Louisiana Tech) orchestrated the victory by scoring 18 points and 6 assists. The other American import center Zachary Hankins (211-1996, college: Xavier) contributed with 9 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Hapoel Jerusalem's coach Aleksandar Dzikic allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American-Liberian point guard Joe Ragland (182-1989, college: Wichita St.) replied with 20 points and American center Marvin Jones (213-1993, college: Texas Southern) added 11 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Hapoel Holon. Hapoel Jerusalem will play against Galil Elion in Kfar Blum in the next round. Hapoel Holon will play at home against Hapoel Tel-Aviv and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
H.Jerusalem: K.Smith 18+4reb+6ast, O.Cornelius 12+5reb, L.Randolph 11+2reb, Z.Hankins 9+11reb+6ast, T.Cline 8+4reb+1ast, M.Mejeris 7+8reb+1ast
H.Holon: J.Ragland 20+2reb+3ast, M.Jones 11+7reb+2ast, H.Dalton 9+3reb, N.Misgav 7+2reb+1ast, S.Dawson 7+4reb+3ast, M.Harris 7+1reb+1ast

Best players of Israeli Winner League round 2 (Second Stage) - by Hoops Agents - by Eurobasket News

American Tyler Bey (201-F-1998) put on an amazing game in the last round for I.Ness Ziona and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 2 (Second Stage).
The 24-year old forward had a double-double of 23 points and eleven rebounds, while his team lost the game against H.Galil Elion (#5, 12-12) 85-94. I.Ness Ziona moved-up to the 6th position in Israeli Winner League. I.Ness Ziona is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. But it was their 12th lost game this season out of 23 games. In the team's last game Bey had a remarkable 53.3% from 2-point range. He turned to be I.Ness Ziona's top player in his first season with the team. University of Colorado graduate has very impressive stats this year. Bey is league's best scorer averaging so far 21.0ppg. Bey is in league's top in rebounds (8th best: 7.3rpg) and averages solid 61.8% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young South Sudanese center Mangok Mathiang (208-C-1992) of H.Eilat. Mathiang impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 18 points and 17 rebounds. Bad luck as H.Eilat lost that game 91-104 to H.Haifa (7-17). The Second Stage is still at the very beginning and this lost game may not be such crucial, of course if they start win the games. Let's wait for the next round. Mathiang is a newcomer at H.Eilat and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders.

The third best performed player last round was American London Perrantes (187-G-1994) of H.Gilboa Galil (#12). Perrantes showcased his all-around game by recording 20 points, five rebounds and ten assists (!!!) in the last round. Despite Perrantes' great performance H.Gilboa Galil lost 91-93 to E.Kiryat Ata (#9, 9-15). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. H.Gilboa Galil can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 4-20 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Perrantes has individually a great season in Israel. After 16 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 6.3apg (6th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Amin Stevens (203-F-1990) of E.Kiryat Ata - 21 points and 10 rebounds
5. Maurice Kemp (203-PF-1991) of Bnei Hertzeliya - 18 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Quinton Hooker (183-PG-1995) of Bnei Hertzeliya - 23 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists
7. Robert Franks (201-F-1996) of H.Gilboa Galil - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
8. D.J. Cooper (183-PG-1990) of I.Ness Ziona - 18 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists
9. Isaiah Cousins (193-G-1994) of H.Haifa - 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists
10. David Efianayi (188-G-1995) of H.Be'er Sheva - 14 points, 2 rebounds and 7 assists

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

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ITALY

Stats Leaders - Lega2

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Russ SMITH

Nardo
(183-PG-1991)
Avg: 24.3

24.3

20.4

19.3

19.3

19.2

stats leader

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Marco LAGANA

Mont.
(197-SG-1993)
Avg: 22.7

22.7

21.9

19.2

19.2

17.7

Italian Serie B round 27 best performance: Wei Zhao (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Chinese Guard Wei Zhao (181-G-2005) put on an amazing game in the last round for Campus Varese, receiving a Hoops Agents Serie B Player of the Week award for round 27.
The 17-year old player was the main contributor (31 points, three rebounds and six assists) to his team's victory, helping them to edge out Pavia (#9, 13-14) 81-79. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings in Group A. Campus Varese maintains the 15th position in their group in Italian Serie B. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 23 games and recorded just four victories. In the team's last game Zhao had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range and got five three-pointers out of 8 attempts. He turned to be Campus Varese's top player in his first season with the team. Wei Zhao has solid league stats. He is in league's top in points (5th best: 17.7ppg) and averages impressive 52.0% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young Serbian Arsenije Stepanovic (206-F/C-2000) of Crema. Stepanovic had a very good evening with a double-double of 24 points and 13 rebounds. Bad luck as Crema lost that game 72-81 to the higher-ranked Lumezzane V. (#7, 14-13). Crema managed to keep the same 13th spot in Group B. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 11-16 record. Stepanovic is a newcomer at Crema, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was forward Matteo Folli (196-F-1996) of Ozzano (#5). Folli got into 30-points club by scoring exactly 30 points in the last round. He was a key player of Ozzano, leading his team to a 101-67 easy win against the lower-ranked Empoli (#15, 5-21). Ozzano needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in Group C. Their record at this point is 15 victories and 11 lost games. Folli has a very solid season. In 25 games in Italy he scored 10.6ppg. He also has 4.7rpg, FGP: 61.5% and 3PT: 44.9%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Borislav Mladenov (202-SG-2000) of Imola Virtus - 23 points, 17 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Devil Medizza (197-C-1990) of Monfalcone - 17 points, 16 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Alberto Conti (195-G/F-1998) of Mestre - 28 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Francesco Fratto (199-PF-1991) of Livorno Libertas - 20 points, 17 rebounds and 6 assists
8. Franco Gaetano (202-SF-1999) of Ragusa - 27 points and 8 rebounds
9. Simone Aromando (200-F-1997) of Faenza - 17 points and 8 rebounds
10. Alessandro Sperduto (193-G/F-2000) of Caserta BLE - 24 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)

Best players of Italian Serie A round 26 - by Eurobasket News

Experienced American Markel Brown (191-SG-1992) had an amazing evening in the last round for Varese and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 26.
The 30-year old shooting guard had the game-high 27 points adding three rebounds and seven assists for Varese in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Trieste (#12, 10-16) 83-80. Varese maintains the 5th position in Italian Serie A. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Varese will need more victories to improve their 15-11 record. In the team's last game Brown had a remarkable five three-pointers out of 10 attempts. He turned to be Varese's top player in his first season with the team. Oklahoma State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Brown is in league's top in points (7th best: 16.4ppg).

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Greek forward Vasileios Charalampopoulos (202-F-1997) of Pesaro. Charalampopoulos impressed basketball fans with 33 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists. Bad luck as Pesaro lost that game 79-86 to the lower-ranked Scafati (#13, 10-16). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Pesaro keeps 10th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 11-14 record. Charalampopoulos is a newcomer at Pesaro and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders.

The third best performed player last round was American JaCorey Williams (203-C-1994) of Napoli (#15). Williams scored 20 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). Despite Williams' great performance Napoli lost 91-93 to the higher-ranked Venezia (#7, 14-12). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Napoli not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 17 games, recording just nine victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Williams could try to bring Napoli's a little bit higher in the standings. Williams has individually a great season in Italy. After 26 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 8.2rpg (2nd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Osvaldas Olisevicius (200-PF-1993) of Reggio Emilia - 17 points, 4 rebounds and 8 assists
5. Jordan Parks (201-F-1994) of Venezia - 20 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Trevor Thompson (210-C-1994) of Scafati - 15 points, 15 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Troy Caupain (193-PG-1995) of Brescia - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists
8. John Petrucelli (193-G/F-1992) of Brescia - 23 points and 2 assists
9. Bruno Mascolo (190-PG-1996) of Brindisi - 10 points, 2 rebounds and 9 assists
10. Andrew Crawford (196-SF-1990) of Trento - 21 points and 3 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)

Serie B Round 27: Livorno Libertas defeat Piombino in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News

The teams have now bigger motivation at this stage of Regular Season. Every game can be crucial and decide about teams' position at the end of Regular Season. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 27 in the Serie B took place in Piombino. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of 4th placed Piombino (19-8) to first ranked Livorno Libertas (22-5) 93-90 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Piombino. They outrebounded Piombino 43-27 including 28 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for Francesco Fratto (199-1991) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 17 rebounds and 6 assists. Guard Andrea Saccaggi (190-1989) helped adding 31 points. Livorno Libertas' coach Marco Andreazza used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was center Edoardo Tiberti (203-1997) with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Livorno Libertas maintains first place with 22-5 record. Piombino at the other side keeps the fourth position with eight games lost. They share it with Caserta BLE. Livorno Libertas are looking forward to face Fabo Herons (#6) in Montecatini in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Piombino will play on the road against Omegna and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win.
Important game to mention about took place in Mestre. Fourteenth ranked Bergamo (9-18) saved a 1-point victory on the road edging second-best Mestre (21-5) 93-92 on Sunday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the home team. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Mestre. It was an exceptional evening for swingman Guglielmo Sodero (191-1993) who led the winners and scored 24 points. Nicolo Isotta accounted for 22 points and 6 rebounds. Bergamo's coach Marco Albanesi allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Swingman Alberto Conti (195-1998) came up with 28 points for Mestre in the defeat. Bergamo moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Mestre at the other side keeps the second position with five games lost. They share it with Ruvo di Puglia and Faenza. Bergamo will play against higher ranked San Vendemiano (#3) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Mestre will play against Padova Unione and hopes to get back on the winning track.
The game between Top Four teams took place in San Vendemiano. 3rd placed host San Vendemiano (18-9) lost to first ranked Orzinuovi (23-4) 66-58. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of San Vendemiano. The best player for the winners was Riziero Ponziani who scored 16 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Damir Hadzic who recorded a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds. Orzinuovi maintains first place with 23-4 record. Loser San Vendemiano keeps the third position with nine games lost. They share it with Sant Antimo. Orzinuovi will meet at home Monfalcone (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. San Vendemiano will play against Bergamo (#14) and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 27: Casale Libertas was destroyed by Langhe Roero on the opponent's court 88-64. Campus Varese managed to outperform Pavia in a home game 81-79. Sangiorgese recorded a loss to Montecatiniterme on the road 66-62. Fabo Herons crushed Oleggio on its own court 87-58. Gallarate was smashed by Vigevano in a road game 89-57. Legnano K. destroyed Omegna at home 87-63. Borgomanero was outscored by Livorno Pielle on the opponent's court 85-65. Desio managed to beat Cd'Orlando in a home game 89-73. Padova Unione was defeated by Monfalcone on the road 72-66. Brianza Casa beat Palermo on its own court 78-60. Ragusa lost to Padova V. in a road game 75-85. Lumezzane V. managed to outperform Crema at home 81-72. Vicenza managed to beat R.Calabria on the opponent's court 76-62. Empoli was crushed by Ozzano in a home game 67-101. San Miniato was beaten by Romagna on the road 82-73. Jesi won against Fiorenzuola on its own court 78-62. Matelica unfortunately lost to Imola in a road game 68-76. Senigallia recorded a loss to Imola Virtus at home 79-87. Ancona was defeated by Fabriano on the opponent's court 68-76. Faenza smashed Piacentina in a home game 92-68. Salerno was destroyed by Ruvo di Puglia on the road 82-48. Sant Antimo managed to outperform Corato Adr. on its own court 81-63. RO Luiss managed to beat Pozzuoli in Roma 95-79. Avellino defeated Teramo at home 67-59. Bisceglie was beaten by Roseto on the opponent's court 83-65. Taranto destroyed Pescara Bsk A in a home game 76-43. Cassino unfortunately lost to Caserta BLE on the road 71-86. Trinita recorded a loss to Monopoli AN on its own court 78-82.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 14 points and 14 rebounds by Ygor Biordi of Monopoli AN.

Group A

Langhe Roero - Casale Libertas 88-64

There was a minor upset in Corneliano d'Alba where 14th ranked Casale Libertas (9-18) were crushed by sixteenth ranked Langhe Roero (2-25) 88-64 on Saturday. Langhe Roero dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Casale Libertas' 30. The best player for the winners was Matteo Corgnati (186-2004) who scored 14 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Power forward Longo Valerio (205-2004) chipped in 13 points and 6 rebounds. Langhe Roero's coach Luca Jacomuzzi felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Guglielmo De Ros (186-1998) who recorded 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Giulio Raiteri (190-1998) added 8 points and 10 rebounds respectively. Langhe Roero maintains sixteenth place with 2-25 record. Newly promoted Casale Libertas dropped to the thirteenth position with 18 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Langhe Roero will meet higher ranked Pavia (#9) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Casale Libertas will play against Vigevano (#3) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Casale Libertas: G.De Ros 18+6reb+4ast, A.Riva 11+5reb, C.Negri 9+1reb, G.Raiteri 8+10reb+1ast, C.Matteo 8+5reb+1ast, M.Saladini 5+4reb+5ast
Langhe Roero: C.Matteo 14+7reb+6ast, V.Longo 13+6reb, M.Giorgio 11+4reb+1ast, L.Aaron 9+3reb+2ast, M.Alleia 9+5reb, M.Erik 8+3reb+1ast

Campus Varese - Pavia 81-79

There was a surprise result when fifteenth ranked Campus Varese (4-23) edged at home higher ranked Pavia (13-14) 81-79 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Chinese guard Wei Zhao (181-2005) who scored 31 points and 6 assists. Forward Nguessan Assui (198-2006) chipped in 23 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was swingman Alessandro Poti (192-1991, agency: SLN) who recorded 26 points and 6 rebounds and center Tommaso De Gregori (203-1998) added 18 points respectively. Newly promoted Campus Varese maintains fifteenth place with 4-23 record. Pavia lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with 14 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Campus Varese will meet higher ranked Borgomanero (#13) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Pavia will play against Langhe Roero (#16) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Pavia: A.Poti 26+6reb+2ast, D.Gregori Tommaso 18+4reb+1ast, F.Oboe 12+6reb+1ast, F.Bedini 9+7reb+2ast, E.Gallizzi 6+2reb+2ast, A.Lionel 5+4reb
Campus Varese: Z.Wei 31+3reb+6ast, A.Nguessan 23+5reb+1ast, B.Edoardo 9+6reb, V.Manuel 7+1reb, T.Matteo 5+5reb+1ast, S.Gianmarco 2+1reb

Montecatiniterme - Sangiorgese 66-62

Not a big story in a game when 10th ranked Sangiorgese (12-15) was defeated on the road by eighth ranked Montecatiniterme (15-15) 66-62 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was point guard Nicola Savoldelli (183-1997, agency: SLN) who scored 14 points. Center Marco Di Pizzo (205-1998, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 14 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Sebastiano Bianchi (197-1992, agency: SLN) who recorded a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds and center Daniele Pesenato (200-2001, agency: SLN) added 10 points respectively. Newly promoted Montecatiniterme maintains eighth place with 15-15 record. Sangiorgese lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Salerno. Montecatiniterme will meet Oleggio (#12) on the road in the next round. Sangiorgese will play against the league's second-placed Livorno Pielle where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Sangiorgese: S.Bianchi 11+10reb+1ast, F.Testa 10+3reb+2ast, P.Daniele 10+4reb+2ast, G.Bloise 9+4reb+1ast, N.Bertocco 8+4reb+1ast, C.Carlo 8+1reb+5ast
Montecatiniterme: M.Lagana 15+3reb+1ast, M.Di Pizzo 14+5reb+1ast, N.Savoldelli 14+4reb+3ast, L.Digno 8+5reb, F.Marengo 7+10reb+2ast, M.Tommaso 3+2reb+1ast

Fabo Herons - Oleggio 87-58

Everything went according to plan in Montecatini where seventh ranked Fabo Herons (16-8) outscored 12th ranked Oleggio (10-17) 87-58 on Sunday. Fabo Herons dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Oleggio's 30. Fabo Herons forced 22 Oleggio turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Daniele Dell'Uomo (189-1998) who scored 18 points and 5 assists. Center Antonio Lorenzetti (196-1995) chipped in 11 points and 6 rebounds. Four Fabo Herons players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Andrea Colussa (202-2000) who recorded 12 points and 5 rebounds and Tommaso Ingrosso (206-1992, college: W.Texas CC) added 11 points respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Fabo Herons have an impressive series of ten victories in a row. They moved-up to sixth place. Loser Oleggio dropped to the eleventh position with 17 games lost. They share it with Teramo and Trinita. Fabo Herons will meet league's leader Livorno Libertas on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Oleggio will play against Montecatiniterme (#8) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Oleggio: A.Colussa 12+5reb+2ast, O.Seck 12+3reb, T.Ingrosso 11+4reb+1ast, R.Buono 7+5reb+2ast, M.Maruca 6+4reb+1ast, O.Giacomelli 5+4reb+1ast
Fabo Herons: D.Dell'Uomo 18+2reb+5ast, B.Costantino 14+2reb+2ast, A.Chiera 14+1reb+3ast, A.Lorenzetti 11+6reb+1ast, N.Natali 9+5reb, T.Lorenzo 7+1reb+2ast

Vigevano - Gallarate 89-57

There was no surprise when 11th ranked Gallarate (11-16) was outplayed on the road by third ranked Vigevano (20-7) 89-57 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was swingman Stefano Laudoni (197-1989) who scored 18 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Forward Lorenzo DAlessandro (198-1996, agency: SLN) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds. Four Vigevano players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was center Riccardo Antonelli (208-1988) who recorded 14 points and 9 rebounds and point guard Federico De Bettin (180-1994) added 12 points and 4 assists respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Vigevano maintains third place with 20-7 record having just one point less than leader Rieti Real. Newly promoted Gallarate keeps the eleventh position with 16 games lost. They share it with Ragusa and Crema. Vigevano will meet Casale Libertas (#14) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Gallarate will play against Legnano K. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Gallarate: R.Antonelli 14+9reb+3ast, F.De Bettin 12+1reb+4ast, A.Filippi 11+3reb, S.Hidalgo 9+4reb, T.Giorgio 6+3reb, F.Passerini 5+1reb+2ast
Vigevano: S.Laudoni 18+6reb+3ast, M.Peroni 16+1reb+1ast, G.Broglia 16+4reb+2ast, L.D'Alessandro 10+10reb+3ast, A.Benites 9+2reb+1ast, J.Mercante 7+4reb+1ast

Legnano K. - Omegna 87-63

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both sixth ranked Legnano K. and 7th ranked Omegna had identical 16-10 record. This time Legnano K. used a home court advantage and outleveled the opponent from Omegna 87-63 on Sunday night. The best player for the winners was guard Diego Terenzi (193-1995) who scored 16 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Tommaso Marino (189-1986, agency: SLN) chipped in 17 points and 5 assists. Four Legnano K. players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was swingman Andrea Picarelli (196-1996, agency: SLN) who recorded 18 points (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and guard Tommaso Minoli (187-1994, agency: SLN) added 7 points, 5 rebounds and 7 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. Legnano K. have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Cassino. Loser Omegna dropped to the fourth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Desio and Bisceglie. Legnano K. will meet Gallarate (#11) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Omegna will play against Piombino (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Omegna: A.Picarelli 18+2reb+2ast, M.Torgano 11+1reb, L.Marini 9+7reb, S.Manuele 8+9reb, T.Minoli 7+5reb+7ast, S.Lorenzo 6+4reb+1ast
Legnano K.: T.Marino 17+3reb+5ast, D.Terenzi 16+9reb+1ast, J.Casini 15+3reb+2ast, M.Sacchettini 12+6reb, G.Leardini 10+2reb+1ast, S.Mazzantini 9+6reb+4ast

Piombino - Livorno Libertas 90-93

The most exciting game of round 27 in the Serie B took place in Piombino. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of 4th placed Piombino (19-8) to first ranked Livorno Libertas (22-5) 93-90 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Piombino. They outrebounded Piombino 43-27 including 28 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for Francesco Fratto (199-1991) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 17 rebounds and 6 assists. Guard Andrea Saccaggi (190-1989) helped adding 31 points. Livorno Libertas' coach Marco Andreazza used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was center Edoardo Tiberti (203-1997) with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds and Camillo Bianchi (195-1994) scored 19 points and 6 rebounds. Four Livorno Libertas and five Piombino players scored in double figures. Livorno Libertas maintains first place with 22-5 record. Piombino at the other side keeps the fourth position with eight games lost. They share it with Caserta BLE. Livorno Libertas are looking forward to face Fabo Herons (#6) in Montecatini in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Piombino will play on the road against Omegna and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win.
Top scorers:
Piombino: F.Piccone 19+1reb+3ast, C.Bianchi 19+6reb, A.Denis 17+6reb+1ast, M.Venucci 15+1reb+7ast, E.Tiberti 14+10reb+2ast, A.Azzaro 5+2ast
Livorno Libertas: A.Saccaggi 31+3reb+1ast, F.Fratto 20+17reb+6ast, A.Ricci 15+3reb+1ast, T.Fantoni 10+8reb, F.Forti 6+2reb+4ast, A.Sipala 6+5reb

Livorno Pielle - Borgomanero 85-65

Very expected game when 13th ranked Borgomanero (9-18) was crushed on the road by second ranked Livorno Pielle (21-6) 85-65 on Sunday. Livorno Pielle dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Borgomanero's 22. They outrebounded Borgomanero 53-32 including a 20-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was swingman Federico Loschi (196-1990) who scored 19 points. Power forward Giovanni Lenti (200-1996, agency: BIG) chipped in 17 points and 7 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Andrea Loro (204-2003) who recorded 17 points and 7 rebounds and guard Alberto Fragonara (186-2004) added 14 points respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Livorno Pielle maintains second place with 21-6 record behind leader Rieti Real, which they share with Roseto. Loser Borgomanero keeps the thirteenth position with 18 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Livorno Pielle will meet Sangiorgese (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Borgomanero will play against Campus Varese and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Borgomanero: L.Andrea 17+7reb+1ast, F.Alberto 14+3ast, D.Benzoni 7+7reb, A.Riccardo 7+1reb+3ast, M.Leonardo 6+1ast, G.Maurizio 5+1reb
Livorno Pielle: F.Loschi 19+3reb+3ast, G.Lenti 17+7reb, B.Diouf 10+11reb, A.Gian 10+3reb+1ast, A.Lo Biondo 7+11reb+1ast, L.Campori 7+5reb+3ast

Group B

Desio - Cd'Orlando 89-73

Rather predictable result when fourth ranked Desio (16-11) defeated at home 7th ranked Cd'Orlando (13-14) 89-73 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was power forward Giacomo Maspero (204-1992) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds. Point guard Mattia Molteni (191-1996) chipped in 23 points and 8 rebounds. Desio's coach Edoardo Gallazzi used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Thomas Binelli (208-1999, college: EMU, agency: Interperformances) who recorded a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds and guard Matteo Lagana (189-2000) added 14 points respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Desio maintains fourth place with 16-11 record, which they share with Omegna and Bisceglie. Loser Cd'Orlando dropped to the ninth position with 14 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Desio will meet Vicenza (#8) on the road in the next round. Cd'Orlando will play against Brianza Casa and hope to secure a win and be promoted back to the Serie A2 just one year after relegation.
Top scorers:
Cd'Orlando: T.Binelli 16+11reb, M.Lagana 14+4reb, O.Daniele 12+2reb+1ast, K.Ricards 10+4reb, P.Baldassarre 10+5reb+3ast, S.Vecerina 6+3reb+2ast
Desio: G.Maspero 24+10reb, M.Molteni 23+8reb+1ast, A.Mazzoleni 15+9reb+5ast, M.Fioravanti 13+6reb+2ast, G.Giarelli 6+5reb+5ast, C.Simone 2+2reb+1ast

San Vendemiano - Orzinuovi 58-66

The game between Top Four teams took place in San Vendemiano. 3rd placed host San Vendemiano (18-9) lost to first ranked Orzinuovi (23-4) 66-58. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of San Vendemiano. The best player for the winners was power forward Riziero Ponziani (204-1994) who scored 16 points and 8 rebounds. Guard Ennio Leonzio (191-1994) chipped in 21 points. Four Orzinuovi players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was naturalized Bosnian forward Damir Hadzic (203-1997, college: Flagler) who recorded a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds and guard Matteo Nicoli (193-2001, agency: Players Group) added 11 points and 4 assists respectively. Orzinuovi maintains first place with 23-4 record. Loser San Vendemiano keeps the third position with nine games lost. They share it with Sant Antimo. Orzinuovi will meet at home Monfalcone (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. San Vendemiano will play against Bergamo (#14) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
San Vendemiano: D.Hadzic 13+11reb+3ast, M.Nicoli 11+3reb+4ast, O.Dieng 8+2reb+2ast, G.Sanguinetti 8+3reb+6ast, S.Samuel 8+4reb, J.Vedovato 6+8reb+1ast
Orzinuovi: E.Leonzio 21+2reb, R.Ponziani 16+8reb, A.Nicolas 10+4reb+1ast, M.Da Campo 10+6reb, M.Planezio 6+7reb+3ast, A.Destiny 3+4reb

Monfalcone - Padova Unione 72-66

There was a minor upset when 9th ranked Padova Unione (13-14) was defeated on the road by eleventh ranked Monfalcone (13-14) 72-66 on Saturday. Monfalcone made 21-of-25 free shots (84.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was center Devil Medizza (197-1990) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 16 rebounds (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!). Naturalized Croatian swingman Armin Mazic (199-1993) chipped in 9 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists. Monfalcone's coach Matteo Pratico used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Mirco Turel (195-1994) who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and center Ivan Morgillo (206-1992, agency: Players Group) added 10 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Monfalcone have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Padova Unione. Monfalcone will meet league's leader Orzinuovi on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Padova Unione will play against the league's second-placed Mestre (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Padova Unione: M.Turel 20+10reb+3ast, M.Coppo 12+3reb+1ast, I.Morgillo 10+8reb, G.Basile 9+4reb+1ast, B.Marco 7+8reb, D.Maran 3+1reb+1ast
Monfalcone: D.Medizza 17+16reb+2ast, M.Rezzano 17+4reb, A.Mazic 9+7reb+10ast, M.Bacchin 8+1reb+1ast, R.Prandin 8+4reb+1ast, A.Coronica 5+1reb

Brianza Casa - Palermo 78-60

Everything went according to plan in Bernareggio where sixth ranked Brianza Casa (15-12) beat 16th ranked Palermo (3-23) 78-60 on Saturday. They outrebounded Palermo 35-18 including 23 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was guard Alessandro Bertini (195-2002) who scored 13 points. Matteo Galassi (185-1998) chipped in 12 points. Four Brianza Casa players scored in double figures. Brianza Casa's coach Nazareno Lombardi used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Jona Di Giuliomaria (191-2002) who recorded 13 points and 6 assists and guard Andrea Birra (187-2002) added 16 points respectively. Brianza Casa maintains sixth place with 15-12 record, which they share with Avellino. Palermo lost twentieth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the sixteenth position with 23 games lost. They share it with Romagna. Brianza Casa will meet Cd'Orlando (#10) in the next round. Palermo will play against Padova V. (#5) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Palermo: B.Andrea 16+3reb+2ast, D.Giuliomaria Jona 13+4reb+6ast, G.Caronna 13+3reb, D.Drigo 8+1reb, M.Vittorio 6+4reb, A.Ronconi 4+3reb
Brianza Casa: B.Alessandro 13+4reb+2ast, M.Galassi 12+3reb+2ast, P.Jovanovic 11+2reb+1ast, F.Bugatti 10+5reb+1ast, D.Todeschini 9+1reb+1ast, F.Luca 7+7reb

Padova V. - Ragusa 85-75

There was no surprise when 12th ranked Ragusa (11-16) was defeated on the road by sixth ranked Padova V. (15-11) 85-75 on Sunday. Padova V. made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Ragusa turnovers. The best player for the winners was point guard Francesco Paolin (190-1995) who scored 19 points and 5 rebounds. The former international point guard Francesco De Nicolao (185-1993) chipped in 13 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 7 steals. Five Padova V. players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Franco Gaetano (202-1999, agency: Players Group) who recorded 27 points and 8 rebounds and naturalized Maltese center Kurt Cassar (208-1999) added 15 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Padova V. moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Ozzano. Loser Ragusa dropped to the eleventh position with 16 games lost. They share it with Gallarate and Crema. Padova V. will meet Palermo (#16) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Ragusa will play against Lumezzane V. (#7) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ragusa: G.Franco 27+8reb, K.Cassar 15+4reb+1ast, G.Ianelli 9+5reb+2ast, A.Sorrentino 7+1ast, E.Andrea 6+4reb+2ast, R.Chessari 5+2ast
Padova V.: F.Paolin 19+5reb+3ast, G.Cecchinato 15+3reb+2ast, M.Ferrari 15+3reb, F.De Nicolao 13+7reb+4ast, M.Leonardo 11+2reb+1ast, M.Lusvarghi 6+4reb

Lumezzane V. - Crema 81-72

No shocking result in a game when seventh ranked Lumezzane V. (14-13) won against at home 13th ranked Crema (11-16) 81-72 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was naturalized Dominican guard Daniel Perez (185-1997) who scored 17 points and 8 rebounds. Daniele Mastrangelo (188-1991, agency: SLN) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds. Four Lumezzane V. players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was naturalized Serbian power forward Arsenije Stepanovic (206-2000) who recorded a double-double by scoring 24 points and 13 rebounds and center Riccardo Crespi (205-1997) added 17 points and 12 rebounds respectively. Lumezzane V. maintains seventh place with 14-13 record, which they share with Taranto and Ancona. Loser Crema dropped to the eleventh position with 16 games lost. They share it with Ragusa and Gallarate. Lumezzane V. will meet Ragusa (#12) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Crema will play against R.Calabria and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Crema: A.Stepanovic 24+13reb+2ast, R.Crespi 17+12reb+1ast, F.Fazioli 10+3reb+1ast, W.William 9+2reb, Z.Lorenzo 8+1reb+1ast, M.Graziani 4+6reb+1ast
Lumezzane V.: D.Perez 17+8reb+3ast, D.Mastrangelo 17+10reb+1ast, D.Luca 14+1ast, S.Dilas 10+6reb+3ast, A.Scanzi 8+4reb+2ast, E.Maresca 7+2reb

Mestre - Bergamo 92-93

Important game to mention about took place in Mestre. Fourteenth ranked Bergamo (9-18) saved a 1-point victory on the road edging second-best Mestre (21-5) 93-92 on Sunday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the home team. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Mestre. It was an exceptional evening for swingman Guglielmo Sodero (191-1993) who led the winners and scored 24 points. Swiss guard Nicolo Isotta (184-2003) accounted for 22 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. Bergamo's coach Marco Albanesi allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Swingman Alberto Conti (195-1998) came up with 28 points and Edoardo Caversazio (200-1996) added 20 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for Mestre in the defeat. Five Bergamo and four Mestre players scored in double figures. Bergamo moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Mestre at the other side keeps the second position with five games lost. They share it with Ruvo di Puglia and Faenza. Bergamo will play against higher ranked San Vendemiano (#3) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Mestre will play against Padova Unione and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Mestre: A.Conti 28+3reb+3ast, M.Di Meco 22+5reb+1ast, E.Caversazio 20+5reb+6ast, N.Pellicano 11+2reb+2ast, A.Mazzucchelli 6+7reb+5ast, P.Bocconcelli 3+1reb+1ast
Bergamo: G.Sodero 24+4reb+3ast, I.Nicolo 22+6reb, S.Genovese 13+4reb+2ast, A.Simoncelli 12+2reb+7ast, D.Masciarelli 10+4reb, A.Caridi 5+3reb+1ast

R.Calabria - Vicenza 62-76

Very expected game in Reggio Calabria where 15th ranked R.Calabria (6-21) was defeated by eleventh ranked Vicenza (13-13) 76-62 on Sunday. Vicenza outrebounded R.Calabria 42-30 including a 37-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was point guard Valerio Cucchiaro (185-2001, agency: Players Group) who scored 9 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Point guard Andrea Ambrosetti (184-1999) chipped in 16 points. Four Vicenza players scored in double figures. Vicenza's coach Manuel Cilio used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Michelangelo Laquintana (173-2002) who recorded 11 points and 4 assists and naturalized Nigerian center Hamza Yusuf (208-2000) added 8 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Vicenza moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Imola Virtus and Senigallia. R.Calabria lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth position with 21 games lost. Vicenza will meet at home higher ranked Desio (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. R.Calabria will play against Crema (#13) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
R.Calabria: S.Spizzichini 11+3reb, L.Michelangelo 11+1reb+4ast, S.Farina 10+5reb, Y.Hamza 8+7reb, F.Bischetti 7+2reb+1ast, A.Balic 6+4reb+5ast
Vicenza: A.Ambrosetti 16+4reb+1ast, L.Brambilla 13+4reb+1ast, B.Riccardo 12+4reb, N.Ianuale 11+7reb+2ast, C.Valerio 9+8reb+4ast, N.Petrucci 6+6reb+2ast

Group C

Empoli - Ozzano 67-101

Very predictable result when fifth ranked Ozzano (15-11) smashed on the road 15th ranked Empoli (5-21) 101-67 on Saturday. Ozzano dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Empoli's 20. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Empoli's players. The best player for the winners was forward Matteo Folli (196-1996) who scored 30 points (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field). Point guard Marco Barattini (178-2000) chipped in 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Ozzano players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international swingman Andrea Casella (195-1990) who recorded 27 points and 6 rebounds and forward Marco Mazzoni (203-2003) added 10 points and 6 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. Ozzano maintains fifth place with 15-11 record, which they share with Padova V. Empoli lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth position with 21 games lost. Ozzano will meet at home Piacentina (#6) in the next round. Empoli will play against the league's second-placed Faenza (#2) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Empoli: A.Casella 27+6reb+1ast, D.Sesoldi 10+3reb+1ast, M.Marco 10+6reb, B.Lorenzo 7+2reb+2ast, V.Costa 5+3reb+2ast, A.Riccardo 4+3reb+1ast
Ozzano: M.Folli 30+3reb+2ast, T.Felici 15+5reb+1ast, M.Barattini 14+6reb+5ast, G.Chiappelli 11+5reb+6ast, B.Carlo 10+3reb, D.Klyuchnyk 7+9reb+7ast

Romagna - San Miniato 82-73

There was a minor upset in Cervia where 14th ranked San Miniato (6-20) was defeated by sixteenth ranked Romagna (3-23) 82-73 on Sunday. Romagna made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. It was a great shooting night for Romagna especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.6 percentage. The best player for the winners was point guard Matteo Chiapparini (185-2003) who scored 15 points. Naturalized Dominican center Anfernee Hidalgo (180-1996) chipped in 14 points and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Niccolo Venturoli (196-2000) who recorded 20 points and 6 rebounds and forward Luca Tozzi (200-1999) added 15 points respectively. Five Romagna and four San Miniato players scored in double figures. San Miniato's coach Alessio Marchini rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Romagna maintains sixteenth place with 3-23 record, which they share with Palermo. San Miniato lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth position with 20 games lost. Romagna will meet higher ranked Imola Virtus (#9) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. San Miniato will play against Imola (#10) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
San Miniato: V.Niccolo 20+6reb+2ast, O.Daniel 15+7reb, L.Tozzi 15+4reb+3ast, B.Lorenzo 12+1reb, L.Cipriani 4+1reb, A.Spatti 3+2reb
Romagna: C.Matteo 15+4reb+2ast, A.Brighi 15+4reb, H.Anfernee 14+2reb+4ast, F.Mattia 14+3reb+1ast, R.Filippo 10+4reb+3ast, T.Georges 6+3reb+2ast

Jesi - Fiorenzuola 78-62

Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked Jesi (17-9) beat at home 10th ranked Fiorenzuola (12-14) 78-62 on Sunday. Jesi made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was power forward Giacomo Filippini (204-1991) who scored 22 points and 8 rebounds. Point guard Daniele Merletto (175-1993) chipped in 12 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Jacopo Preti (200-1994) who recorded 20 points and swingman Mattia Magrini (190-1993) added 12 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Jesi have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 17-9 record. Loser Fiorenzuola keeps the tenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Imola. Jesi will meet Matelica (#13) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Fiorenzuola will play against Fabriano and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Fiorenzuola: J.Preti 20+2reb+2ast, F.Ricci 15+2reb+1ast, M.Magrini 12+5reb+6ast, G.Giorgi 4+3reb+1ast, B.Ilija 4+1reb, G.Noah 3+3reb+4ast
Jesi: G.Filippini 22+8reb+1ast, L.Varaschin 12+4reb+3ast, D.Merletto 12+6reb+8ast, M.Ferraro 9+1reb, R.Marulli 9+4reb+5ast, C.Nicola 6+4reb+1ast

Imola - Matelica 76-68

There was no surprise when 13th ranked Matelica (7-19) was defeated on the road by eleventh ranked Imola (12-14) 76-68 on Sunday. Imola forced 22 Matelica turnovers. The best player for the winners was forward Kevin Cusenza (200-1993) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds. Swingman Nunzio Corcelli (188-1991) chipped in 21 points (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Antonio Gallo (182-2000, agency: Players Group) who recorded 13 points and 6 rebounds and Matteo Caroli (192-1995, agency: Players Group) added 10 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Matelica's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Imola have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Fiorenzuola. Newly promoted Matelica keeps the thirteenth position with 19 games lost. Imola will meet San Miniato (#14) on the road in the next round. Matelica will play against Jesi and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Matelica: A.Gallo 13+6reb+3ast, P.Davide 12+3reb, P.Alberto 10+2reb+1ast, M.Caroli 10+6reb, G.Riccio 9+5reb+2ast, A.Emmanuel 7+4reb+1ast
Imola: N.Corcelli 21+4reb, L.Montanari 15+2reb+2ast, K.Cusenza 12+12reb+3ast, A.Ranuzzi 10+10reb+3ast, F.Tognacci 8+1ast, M.Tommaso 7+3reb+1ast

Senigallia - Imola Virtus 79-87

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when ninth ranked Imola Virtus (13-13) won against on the road 8th ranked Senigallia (13-13) 87-79 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was naturalized Bulgarian Borislav Mladenov (202-2000, agency: Interperformances) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 17 rebounds and 4 assists. Point guard Luca Galassi (185-1999) chipped in 26 points and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was center Emanuele Musci (200-1992) who recorded 14 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Michael Lemmi (197-1990) added 17 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Four Senigallia players scored in double figures. Imola Virtus moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Senigallia and Vicenza. Imola Virtus will meet at home Romagna (#16) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Senigallia will play against the league's leader Rieti Real (#1) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Senigallia: M.Lemmi 17+5reb+2ast, M.Giacomini 16+1reb+4ast, M.Neri 14+6reb+3ast, E.Musci 14+9reb+4ast, F.Gnecchi 9+2reb+1ast, F.Giannini 8+2reb
Imola Virtus: L.Galassi 26+4reb+5ast, B.Mladenov 23+17reb+4ast, C.Tommasini 16+2reb+1ast, C.Riccardo 6+1reb, J.Aglio 5+6reb+3ast, M.Morara 5+1ast

Fabriano - Ancona 76-68

Very expected game when 7th ranked Ancona (14-13) was defeated on the road by third ranked Fabriano (19-7) 76-68 on Sunday. Fabriano outrebounded Ancona 39-27 including 30 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was power forward Andrea Petracca (197-1997) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Point guard Simone Centanni (187-1991) chipped in 20 points and 4 assists. Four Fabriano players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Leonardo Ciribeni (190-1992) who recorded 20 points and 4 steals and Matteo Ambrosin (203-2000, agency: SLN) added 12 points respectively. Fabriano maintains third place with 19-7 record having just three points less than leader Rieti Real. Loser Ancona keeps the seventh position with 13 games lost. They share it with Taranto and Lumezzane V.. Fabriano will meet Fiorenzuola (#11) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ancona will play against Firenze (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ancona: L.Ciribeni 20+4reb+2ast, M.Ambrosin 12+3reb+1ast, R.Francesco 11+1ast, A.Bedin 8+6reb+1ast, C.Nikodem 8+2reb, L.Panzini 6+4reb+4ast
Fabriano: S.Centanni 20+2reb+4ast, N.Stanic 17+6reb+3ast, A.Petracca 14+10reb+2ast, G.Gianmarco 14+5reb+3ast, F.Papa 7+6reb+1ast, Y.Fall 4+8reb

Faenza - Piacentina 92-68

Rather predictable result when second ranked Faenza (21-5) smashed at home 6th ranked Piacentina (14-12) 92-68 on Sunday. Faenza made 27-of-32 free shots (84.4 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Piacentina turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Simone Aromando (200-1997, agency: SLN) who scored 17 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Marco Petrucci (195-1992) chipped in 18 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was power forward Alessandro Cecchetti (200-1991, agency: SLN) who recorded 22 points and swingman Simone Angelucci (198-1998) added 13 points and 8 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. Faenza maintains second place with 21-5 record behind leader Rieti Real, which they share with Mestre and Ruvo di Puglia. Loser Piacentina keeps the sixth position with 12 games lost. Faenza will meet Empoli (#15) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Piacentina will play against Ozzano (#5) in Ozzano dell Emilia and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Piacentina: A.Cecchetti 22+4reb+1ast, S.Angelucci 13+8reb+1ast, M.Coltro 10+3reb+5ast, L.Passoni 7+5reb+5ast, K.Korsunov 5+1ast, M.Venuto 4+5reb+4ast
Faenza: M.Petrucci 18+5reb+2ast, S.Aromando 17+8reb+1ast, G.Siberna 14+4reb+1ast, S.Vico 10+3ast, A.Pastore 7+1reb+5ast, G.Poggi 7+13reb+3ast

Group D

Ruvo di Puglia - Salerno 82-48

Not a big story in a game when 10th ranked Salerno (12-15) was rolled over on the road by second ranked Ruvo di Puglia (21-5) 82-48 on Sunday. Ruvo di Puglia dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Salerno's 28. They outrebounded Salerno 30-18 including a 26-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was guard Luca Toniato (193-1998, agency: Interperformances) who scored 15 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Tommaso Gatto (205-1996, agency: Players Group) chipped in 12 points. Four Ruvo di Puglia players scored in double figures. Ruvo di Puglia's coach Federico Campanella felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was swingman Niccolo Moffa (200-1999) who recorded 19 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) and swingman Alessio Donadoni (197-1997, agency: SLN) added 12 points respectively. Ruvo di Puglia have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain second place with 21-5 record behind leader Rieti Real, which they share with Mestre and Faenza. Loser Salerno keeps the tenth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Sangiorgese. Ruvo di Puglia will meet Teramo (#11) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Salerno will play against Avellino and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Salerno: N.Moffa 19+2reb+2ast, A.Donadoni 12+3reb+3ast, D.Zucca 10+3reb, M.Mastroianni 3+3reb+2ast, N.Rinaldi 2+4reb+1ast, D.Birindelli 2+2reb+1ast
Ruvo di Puglia: L.Toniato 15+8reb+4ast, M.Diomede 14+2reb, T.Gatto 12+4reb+2ast, M.Ammannato 11+4reb+2ast, M.Ghersetti 10+2reb+2ast, F.Burini 9+4reb+3ast

Sant Antimo - Corato Adr. 81-63

Everything went according to plan in Napoli where fifth ranked Sant Antimo (18-9) beat 14th ranked Corato Adr. (7-20) 81-63 on Sunday. They outrebounded Corato Adr. 45-31 including 31 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was power forward Mirko Gloria (203-1995, agency: Players Group) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds. Point guard Fabio Montanari (180-2001) chipped in 19 points. Four Sant Antimo players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was center Francesco Infante (204-1992) who recorded 17 points and point guard Mauro Stella (190-1984) added 10 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sant Antimo moved-up to third place, which they share with San Vendemiano. Corato Adr. lost seventh consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fourteenth position with 20 games lost. Sant Antimo will meet league's leader RO Luiss in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Corato Adr. will play against Roseto (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Corato Adr.: F.Infante 17+3reb+1ast, L.Trunic 16+2reb+1ast, M.Stella 10+6reb+5ast, G.Artioli 7+6reb+2ast, S.Salvatore 5+1reb+1ast, D.Tedesco Daniel 3
Sant Antimo: F.Montanari 19+4reb+1ast, M.Gloria 14+13reb, G.Sgobba 10+2reb, A.Quarisa 10+10reb, C.Cantone 8+6ast, R.Maggio 7+5ast

Pozzuoli - RO Luiss 79-95

There was no surprise when 16th ranked Pozzuoli (1-26) was defeated at home by first ranked RO Luiss (22-4) 95-79 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was forward Marco Legnini (198-1996) who scored 25 points and 7 rebounds. Matija Jovovic (198-1999) chipped in 20 points. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Marco Cucco (189-1994) who recorded a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 assists and Simone Lucarelli (197-1996) added 18 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. RO Luiss have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. They maintain first place with 22-4 record. Pozzuoli lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth position with 26 games lost. RO Luiss will meet at home Sant Antimo (#5) in the next round. Pozzuoli will play against Cassino (#6) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Pozzuoli: S.Lucarelli 18+5reb, M.Cucco 12+3reb+12ast, M.Joseph 11+5reb, M.Fatih 9+7reb, S.Francesco 9+1reb+7ast, I.Koite Thiam 8+7reb+2ast
RO Luiss: M.Legnini 25+7reb, M.Jovovic 20+4reb, G.Allodi 13+7reb, C.Barbon 8+1reb, M.Riccardo 8+2reb, D.Domenico 6+1reb+3ast

Avellino - Teramo 67-59

No shocking result in a game when eighth ranked Avellino (15-12) won against at home 11th ranked Teramo (10-17) 67-59 on Sunday. They outrebounded Teramo 51-35 including a 40-26 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was power forward Andrea Valentini (199-1998, agency: SLN) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 15 rebounds. The former international swingman Daniele Sandri (197-1990) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Federico Casoni (201-1997) who recorded 15 points and 8 rebounds and forward Emidio Di Donato (198-1992) added 12 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Avellino moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Brianza Casa. Teramo lost third consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 17 games lost. They share it with Oleggio and Trinita. Avellino will meet Salerno (#10) on the road in the next round. Teramo will play against the league's second-placed Ruvo di Puglia and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Teramo: F.Casoni 15+8reb, E.Di Donato 12+7reb+3ast, S.Perin 11+1reb+1ast, C.Lorenzo 7+2reb+3ast, G.Galipo 6+5reb+6ast, S.Mattia 3+1reb
Avellino: G.Eliantonio 16+4reb+2ast, D.Sandri 13+10reb+2ast, A.Valentini 12+15reb, V.Armando 9+11reb+2ast, A.Traini 8+4reb+6ast, A.Riccardo 5+1reb+2ast

Roseto - Bisceglie 83-65

Very expected game when 7th ranked Bisceglie (16-11) was defeated on the road by third ranked Roseto (21-6) 83-65 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Marco Santiangeli (192-1991, agency: Players Group) who scored 18 points and 4 assists. Naturalized Serbian swingman Nemanja Dincic (202-1998) chipped in 12 points and 8 rebounds. Four Roseto players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Raphael Chiti (195-1999, agency: SLN) who recorded 21 points and guard Filiberto Dri (190-1989) added 12 points respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Roseto moved-up to second place, which they share with Livorno Pielle. Loser Bisceglie dropped to the fourth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Desio and Omegna. Roseto will meet Corato Adr. (#14) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Bisceglie will play against Caserta BLE (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Bisceglie: R.Chiti 21+2reb+2ast, F.Dri 12+3reb+3ast, M.Bini 9+2reb, M.Dip 8+4reb+1ast, V.Davide 8+5reb, P.Marco 4+2reb
Roseto: M.Santiangeli 18+2reb+4ast, A.Zampogna 14+3reb+1ast, N.Dincic 12+8reb+1ast, E.Di Emidio 11+6reb+3ast, N.Morici 10+6reb+1ast, V.Amoroso 8+1reb+4ast

Taranto - Pescara Bsk A 76-43

Very predictable result when ninth ranked Taranto (14-13) smashed at home 15th ranked Pescara Bsk A (3-24) 76-43 on Sunday. Taranto forced 22 Pescara Bsk A turnovers. The best player for the winners was point guard Francesco Villa (181-1997, agency: SLN) who scored 9 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Naturalized Argentinian power forward Enzo Cena (200-1992, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 7 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Taranto's coach Davide Olive felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was center Andrea Capitanelli (208-1986) who recorded 12 points and 8 rebounds and guard Manolo Perella (190-2004) added 4 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Taranto have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Ancona and Lumezzane V. Pescara Bsk A lost twelfth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fifteenth position with 24 games lost. Taranto will meet Monopoli AN (#13) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Pescara Bsk A will play against Trinita and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Pescara Bsk A: A.Capitanelli 12+8reb+1ast, T.Bassidiki 8+4reb+1ast, M.Loris 6+2reb, D.Fasciocco 5+5reb+1ast, D.Prete Alberto 4+1reb, M.Seye 4+4reb+1ast
Taranto: D.Corral 13+5reb, R.Simone 11+3ast, S.Luca 10+2reb, G.Conte 9+7reb, F.Villa 9+6reb+7ast, E.Cena 7+8reb+4ast

Caserta BLE - Cassino 86-71

Not a big story in a game when 6th ranked Cassino (17-10) was defeated on the road by fourth ranked Caserta BLE (19-8) 86-71 on Sunday. Caserta BLE made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was swingman Alessandro Sperduto (193-2000) who scored 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Point guard Diego Lucas (178-1996, college: St.Mary's, KS) chipped in 18 points and 4 assists. Four Caserta BLE players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Flavio Gay (185-1998) who recorded a double-double by scoring 25 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!) and naturalized Montenegrin power forward Jakov Milosevic (201-1999) added 14 points and 10 rebounds respectively. Caserta BLE have an impressive series of six victories in a row. Newly promoted Caserta BLE maintains fourth place with 19-8 record, which they share with Piombino. Loser Cassino dropped to the fifth position with ten games lost. They share it with Legnano K.. Caserta BLE will meet Bisceglie (#7) on the road in the next round. Cassino will play against Pozzuoli and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Cassino: F.Gay 25+11reb+4ast, J.Milosevic 14+10reb+2ast, J.Cepic 12+3reb, K.Brigato 8+1reb, M.Teghini 6+2reb, L.Kekovic 4+7reb+1ast
Caserta BLE: A.Sperduto 24+6reb+4ast, D.Lucas 18+2reb+4ast, M.Drigo 11+7reb+1ast, N.Mei 11, K.Ndoja 10+2reb+1ast, B.Sergio 5+4reb+4ast

Trinita - Monopoli AN 78-82

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when thirteenth ranked Monopoli AN (9-18) beat on the road 12th ranked Trinita (10-17) 82-78 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was point guard Giovanni Laquintana (187-1991) who scored 27 points and 5 assists. Naturalized San Marino power forward Ygor Biordi (204-1996) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Luigi Cimminella (180-1999) who recorded 23 points and Montenegrin center Bozo Misolic (205-1999) added 14 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Monopoli AN maintains thirteenth place with 9-18 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Newly promoted Trinita dropped to the eleventh position with 17 games lost. They share it with Oleggio and Teramo. Monopoli AN will meet at home higher ranked Taranto (#9) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Trinita will play against Pescara Bsk A and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Trinita: C.Luigi 23+4reb+2ast, B.Misolic 14+8reb+2ast, H.Erkmaa 12+9reb+2ast, A.Klacar 10+6reb+2ast, G.Simone 9+8reb+2ast, M.Divac 8+2reb
Monopoli AN: G.Laquintana 27+3reb+5ast, Y.Biordi 14+14reb+3ast, N.Bastone 12+8reb+1ast, G.Moretti 11+5reb, R.Ballabio 8+4reb+6ast, T.Luciano 5+1ast

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JAPAN

Japanese B2 League round 56 best performance: Jordan Hamilton (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American Forward Jordan Hamilton (201-F-1990) had an amazing evening in the last round for Nishinomiya S., receiving a Hoops Agents B2 League Player of the Week award for round 56.
The 32-year old player had a double-double of 31 points and 12 rebounds, while his team outclassed Tokyo Z (#7, 15-43) with 49-point margin 104-55. Nishinomiya S. is placed at 3rd position in Japanese B2 League. Nishinomiya S. is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 28-30 record. In the team's last game Hamilton had a remarkable seven three-pointers out of 12 attempts. He just recently signed at Nishinomiya S., being already a very valuable addition to the team. Jordan Hamilton averages this season 18.0ppg and 6.5rpg.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Terrance King (198-F-1990, agency: Interperformances) of league's leader Saga B.. King had a very good evening with a double-double of 24 points and 11 rebounds. Of course he led Saga B. to another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Kumamoto V. (#3, 34-24) 90-63. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the top position in West. Saga B. consolidated its place in the very top position of the standings. His team has currently 43-15 record. King is one of the most experienced players at Saga B. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third on the list of top players last round was American forward Matt Bonds (196-F-1995) of league's second-best Nagasaki. Bonds scored 27 points and grabbed seven rebounds. He was a key player of Nagasaki, leading his team to a 99-78 easy win against the lower-ranked Aomori W. (#5, 26-32). Bonds has a great season in Japan. After 57 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 22.5ppg (best scorer), rebounds with 10.6rpg (6th best) and assists with 4.4apg (6th best). He also has 2.1spg and FGP: 60.4%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Gregory Echenique (206-C-1990) of Fukushima - 26 points and 8 rebounds
5. Jeremiah Wilson (205-PF-1988) of Bambitious N. - 18 points and 15 rebounds
6. Isaac Butts (208-C-1989) of Koshigaya A. - 13 points and 12 rebounds
7. Takanobu Nishikawa (195-F-1992) of Saga B. - 24 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Max Hisatake (203-C-1998) of Aomori W. - 14 points and 17 rebounds
9. Naoki Uto (188-F-1991) of Bambitious N. - 18 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists
10. Thomas Welsh (213-C-1996) of Yamagata - 20 points and 10 rebounds

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

Fazekas' 41-point game gives him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

37-year old power forward Nick Fazekas (211-F/C-1985) had a great game in the last round for league's best team Kawasaki BT and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 54.
He had the game-high 41 points adding nine rebounds and six assists for Kawasaki BT in his team's victory, helping them to beat Niigata A. (#8, 9-44) 96-83. It allowed Kawasaki BT to consolidate first place in the Japanese league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Kawasaki BT has a very solid 36-17 record, but they cannot be too comfortable about keeping top position. In the team's last game Fazekas had a remarkable 94.7% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Kawasaki BT, through which he has constantly improved. The University of Nevada graduate has very impressive stats this year. Fazekas is in league's top in points (3rd best: 20.9ppg) and averages solid 55.3% FGP and 40.4% from behind 3-point line.

Second best performed player last round was Charles Jackson (208-C-1993) of league's second-best Yokohama BC. He is American center in his first season at Yokohama BC. In the last game Jackson recorded impressive double-double of 23 points and 21 rebounds. Bad luck as Yokohama BC was edged by the lower-ranked San-en NP (#6, 19-33) 87-84. Yokohama BC managed to keep the same second spot in Central. His team's 31-22 record is not bad at all. Jackson is a newcomer at Yokohama BC and quickly became one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to center Joshua Smith (208-C-1992) of Toyama G. (#7). Smith scored 29 points and grabbed fourteen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Toyama G., leading his team to a 102-96 win against the higher-ranked Shinshu BW (#4, 24-28). Toyama G. can only dream about fighting for top spots in Central. They have rather bad season and 12-41 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Smith has a very solid season. In 40 games in Japan he scored 17.8ppg. He also has 9.5rpg and FGP: 72.8%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Josh Hawkinson (208-F-1995) of Shinshu BW - 24 points, 18 rebounds and 6 assists
5. Jack Cooley (206-C/F-1991) of Ryukyu GK - 19 points, 14 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Ryan Rossiter (204-F-1989) of Alvark Tokyo - 17 points, 14 rebounds and 8 assists
7. Quincy Miller-Scott (206-F-1992) of Sea Horses M. - 31 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Isaiah Hicks (206-C-1994) of San-en NP - 28 points, 13 rebounds and 7 assists
9. Eric Jacobsen (208-PF-1994) of Ibaraki R. - 15 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists
10. James McAdoo (206-F-1993) of Hitachi SRT - 24 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists

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

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JORDAN

Al Ahli win the Finals opener - by Eurobasket News

Al Ahli - Orthodox 102:76

Al Ahli have won the Final opener of the Jordanian Play-offs. They overcame Orthodox 102:76 in the first game. Orthodox started with a 20-19 narrow lead, whilst Al Ahli replied with a massive 33-25 surge in the second period. Both teams nailed 23 points each in the third quarter and then Al Ahli closed the game with a 27-8 surge. Zane Najdawi (201-F-1996, college: Citadel) top-scored for the winners with 37 points.

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KAZAKHSTAN

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Anton BYKOV

Tobol
(200-F-1989)
Avg: 20.3

20.3

18.3

16.2

15.9

15.5

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LATVIA

LBL D2 Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Ivars ZEMITIS

Bauska
(195-F-1990)
Avg: 25.7

25.7

25.3

24.7

24.3

21.0

U19 League Round 17: Riga/Pard. is defeated by Riga/DSN in a derby game - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Riga: Riga/DSN (#3) and Riga/Pard. (#5). Riga/DSN (17-5) crushed visiting Riga/Pard. (13-9) by 40 points 92-52. Riga/DSN forced 21 Riga/Pard. turnovers and outrebounded them 50-38 including a 38-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Guard Daniels Baumanis (188-2004) stepped up and scored 32 points for the winners and forward Kristers Skrinda (200-2006) chipped in 14 points and 14 rebounds. Forward Rudolfs Pastors (195-2004) responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Riga/DSN maintains third place with 17-5 record having just three points less than leader BJBS/AK VEF. Riga/Pard. lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with nine games lost.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Ogre. 4th placed host Ogre (15-7) was smashed by third ranked Liepaja (17-3) 87-57. Frederiks Meinarts (213-2004) nailed a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds for the winning side and Fransua Nkoy-Eale accounted for 13 points and 10 rebounds. Markuss Lastins (194-2004) came up with 21 points and 6 rebounds for Ogre in the defeat. Ogre's coach Rolands Paulins gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Liepaja have an impressive series of thirteen victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Defending champion Ogre keeps the fourth position with seven games lost.
U19 League top team - BJBS/AK VEF (19-4) managed to deliver another win on Wednesday. This time they beat tenth ranked Salaspils (3-18) in Riga 94-81. The victory was the third consecutive win for BJBS/AK VEF. They maintain first place with 19-4 record. Salaspils lost their seventh game in a row. They dropped to the eleventh position with 18 games lost.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 17: bottom-ranked Riga Centrs lost to Riga/Bball clas on the opponent's court 79-87. Ventspils Spars outscored Ogre in a home game 95-71. Riga/Pard. recorded a loss to Liepaja on the road 64-58. Salaspils was defeated by Riga/DSN on its own court 54-72.

Riga/DSN - Riga/Pard. 92-52

The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Riga: Riga/DSN (#3) and Riga/Pard. (#5). Riga/DSN (17-5) crushed visiting Riga/Pard. (13-9) by 40 points 92-52. Riga/DSN forced 21 Riga/Pard. turnovers and outrebounded them 50-38 including a 38-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Guard Daniels Baumanis (188-2004) stepped up and scored 32 points for the winners and forward Kristers Skrinda (200-2006) chipped in 14 points and 14 rebounds. Forward Rudolfs Pastors (195-2004) responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds and forward Roberts Jonins (197-2004) scored 10 points and 9 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Riga/DSN maintains third place with 17-5 record having just three points less than leader BJBS/AK VEF. Riga/Pard. lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with nine games lost.
Top scorers:
Riga/DSN: B.Daniels 32+2reb+2ast, S.Kristers 14+14reb+1ast, K.Kristofers 12+7reb+7ast, S.Emils 9+3reb+1ast, S.Patriks 6+3reb, R.Martins 6+3reb+1ast
Riga/Pard.: P.Rudolfs 23+10reb+1ast, J.Roberts 10+9reb, J.Rudolfs 7+2reb, D.Gustavs 4+5reb+1ast, A.Matiss 4+3reb+1ast, Z.Kaspars 2+2reb

Riga/Bball clas - Riga Centrs 87-79

Very expected game when 12th ranked Riga Centrs (2-20) were defeated on the road by eighth ranked Riga/Bball clas (9-11) 87-79 on Saturday. Riga/Bball clas dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Riga Centrs' 26. They outrebounded Riga Centrs 53-28 including a 38-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Riga/Bball clas looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was power forward Armands Gailiss (207-2004) who had a double-double by scoring 31 points and 22 rebounds. Guard Markuss Mamajs (180-2004) chipped in 17 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals. Riga/Bball clas' coach Agris Galvanovskis used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Point guard Karlis Birznieks (165-2004) produced 23 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Janis Burkitis added 13 points and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Four Riga Centrs players scored in double figures. Riga/Bball clas maintains eighth place with 9-11 record. Riga Centrs lost their fourth game in a row. They stay dead last with 20 lost games.
Top scorers:
Riga/Bball clas: G.Armands 31+22reb+2ast, M.Markuss 17+6reb+6ast, B.Kristians 12+6reb+4ast, A.Reinis 9+7reb+1ast, I.Yaroslav 8+4reb+7ast, B.Emils 2+4reb+2ast
Riga Centrs: B.Karlis 23+9reb+4ast, A.Davids 14+3reb+1ast, B.Janis 13+4reb+4ast, D.Toms 10+3reb, M.Ralfs 6+1ast, P.Martins 4+6reb+5ast

Ventspils Spars - Ogre 95-71

There was a small surprise when sixth ranked Ventspils Spars (12-10) smashed at home 4th placed Ogre (15-7) 95-71 on Saturday. Ventspils Spars forced 25 Ogre turnovers and outrebounded them 44-29 including a 19-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Ventspils Spars made 9 blocks. The best player for the winners was Davis Ozers (194-2004) who scored 25 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks. Toms Salnajs (199-2005) chipped in 9 points and 11 rebounds. Guard Markuss Kirilko (182-2004) produced 17 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and Markuss Lastins (194-2004) added 14 points respectively for the guests. 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. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Ventspils Spars. They maintain sixth place with 12-10 record. Defending champion Ogre keeps the fourth position with seven games lost.
Top scorers:
Ventspils Spars: O.Davis 25+6reb+4ast, C.Janis 14+4reb+4ast, S.Toms 9+11reb+3ast, C.Rudolfs 9+1ast, G.Klavs 9+9reb+2ast, G.Salvis 7+3reb+2ast
Ogre: K.Markuss 17+3reb+1ast, L.Markuss 14+2reb+1ast, K.Harijs 8+4reb, K.Mariss 7+3reb+2ast, M.Davids 7+2reb+3ast, E.Roberts 6+6reb+1ast

Liepaja - Riga/Pard. 64-58

Not a big story in a game when 5th ranked Riga/Pard. (13-9) was defeated on the road by third ranked Liepaja (17-3) 64-58 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was point guard Arturs Vucins (180-2004) who had a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Adrians Visockis-Rubenis (194-2005) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds. Forward Rudolfs Pastors (195-2004) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds and forward Gustavs Drava (199-2004) added 20 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the guests. The victory was the thirteenth consecutive win for Liepaja. They moved-up to second place. Riga/Pard. lost their third game in a row. They keep the fifth position with nine games lost.
Top scorers:
Liepaja: K.Martins 18+5reb+1ast, V.Adrians 14+11reb, V.Arturs 13+10reb+4ast, N.Fransua 8+9reb, J.Alekss 7+4reb+2ast, V.Emils 2+2reb+1ast
Riga/Pard.: D.Gustavs 20+9reb, P.Rudolfs 18+12reb+2ast, A.Matiss 7+7reb+2ast, S.Ernests 5+2ast, J.Roberts 4+9reb+1ast, J.Rudolfs 2+2reb+2ast

Salaspils - Riga/DSN 54-72

Everything went according to plan when third ranked Riga/DSN (17-5) beat on the road 10th ranked Salaspils (3-18) 72-54 on Sunday. Riga/DSN forced 25 Salaspils turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Daniels Baumanis (188-2004) who scored 20 points. Forward Kristers Skrinda (200-2006) chipped in 15 points. Riga/DSN's coach Martins Fomins used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Kristians Armanovs (183-2005) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and Lithuanian forward Kristians Pastors (193-2005) added 12 points and 13 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Riga/DSN maintains third place with 17-5 record having just three points less than leader BJBS/AK VEF. Salaspils lost their seventh game in a row. They dropped to the eleventh position with 18 games lost.
Top scorers:
Riga/DSN: B.Daniels 20+2reb+2ast, S.Kristers 15+2reb+1ast, F.Martins 10+2reb+4ast, G.Gustavs 6+3reb+1ast, R.Martins 6+5reb+1ast, V.Karlis 5+2reb+1ast
Salaspils: A.Kristians 18+11reb+4ast, P.Kristians 12+13reb+3ast, Z.Martins 8+3reb+3ast, N.Aleksis 7+2reb, P.Nauris 6+1reb, P.Patriks 3+1ast

Ogre - Liepaja 57-87

The game between Top Four teams took place in Ogre. 4th placed host Ogre (15-7) was smashed by third ranked Liepaja (17-3) 87-57. Liepaja held Ogre to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 45.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Liepaja forced 19 Ogre turnovers and outrebounded them 51-32 including a 36-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Frederiks Meinarts (213-2004) nailed a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds for the winning side and Fransua Nkoy-Eale accounted for 13 points and 10 rebounds. Five Liepaja players scored in double figures. Markuss Lastins (194-2004) came up with 21 points and 6 rebounds and forward Harijs Kaupmanis (200-2005) added 5 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Ogre in the defeat. Ogre's coach Rolands Paulins gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Liepaja have an impressive series of thirteen victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Defending champion Ogre keeps the fourth position with seven games lost.
Top scorers:
Liepaja: M.Frederiks 16+10reb+1ast, N.Fransua 13+10reb+3ast, V.Adrians 11+8reb+1ast, K.Martins 11+3reb, V.Arturs 11+5reb+5ast, J.Alekss 10+6reb+1ast
Ogre: L.Markuss 21+6reb+1ast, K.Jekabs 7+1reb+1ast, K.Mariss 6+3reb+1ast, M.Karlis 6+3reb, K.Harijs 5+5reb+1ast, K.Markuss 4+3reb+2ast

BJBS/AK VEF - Salaspils 94-81

U19 League top team - BJBS/AK VEF (19-4) managed to deliver another win on Wednesday. This time they beat tenth ranked Salaspils (3-18) in Riga 94-81. The victory was the third consecutive win for BJBS/AK VEF. They maintain first place with 19-4 record. Salaspils lost their seventh game in a row. They dropped to the eleventh position with 18 games lost.

RNBL Round 1 of Finals. Kandava earn first win - by Eurobasket News

FINAL

Kandava - Jelgava 89-80

Kandava dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Jelgava's 30. They outrebounded Jelgava 45-24 including a 16-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Kandava players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. Guard Guntars Strakis (188-1990) stepped up and scored 33 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds for the winners and center Arvis Savcenko (198-1991) chipped in 8 points, 14 rebounds and 9 assists. At the losing side point guard Kristaps Plavnieks (183-1995) responded with 17 points and 8 assists and Armands Ginters (195-1995) scored 13 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Jelgava players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Kandava: G.Strakis 33+7reb+3ast, M.Saulitis 21+6reb+2ast, A.Grinbergs 14+6reb+6ast, A.Savcenko 8+14reb+9ast, I.Mastins 5+2reb+2ast, A.Lemanis 5+4reb
Jelgava: K.Plavnieks 17+2reb+8ast, A.Senkans 16+2reb, J.Berzins 14+3reb+1ast, A.Ginters 13+6reb+4ast, E.Krumins 7+3reb+3ast, M.Steinbergs 5+1ast

3-4 Place

Gulbenes Buki - RSU/VEF 69-65

25 personal fouls committed by RSU/VEF helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Ingars Aizpurs (195-1992) who helped to win the game recording 17 points and 8 rebounds. Janis Engers (200-1995) contributed with 13 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Peteris Salmins (205-2001) answered with 9 points and 8 rebounds and center Kristaps Jurjans (202-1988) added 6 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for RSU/VEF. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game.
Top scorers:
Gulbenes Buki: I.Aizpurs 17+8reb+1ast, J.Engers 13+8reb, L.Rainers 9+4reb+2ast, E.Ivanovs 6, J.Dilevka 5+5reb, A.Strelnieks 5+6reb+2ast
RSU/VEF: D.Matiss Zilde 12+2reb, B.Nils 11+3reb, A.Krauklis 9+4reb, P.Salmins 9+8reb+2ast, B.Rihards 9+3reb+1ast, K.Jurjans 6+8reb

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LEBANON

Stats Leaders - Men

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jordan JACKSON

Antranik
(190-G-1997)
Avg: 26.3

26.3

26.0

25.4

24.4

22.4

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LITHUANIA

Stats Leaders - LKL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Isiah OSBORNE

Gargzdu
(196-G-1996)
Avg: 16.9

16.9

16.8

16.2

16.1

15.5

Stats Leaders - NKL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Martynas MEJARAS

Perkunas
(--2005)
Avg: 26.3

26.3

24.9

24.7

24.4

24.2

LKL Round 27: Zalgiris beat Rytas in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in LKL is slowly approaching the end. But there may be still some important changes in the final standings in the last 6 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Kaunas. First ranked Zalgiris faced second-best Rytas. Host Zalgiris (23-4) defeated guests from Vilnius (21-6) 81-75. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Rytas. 27 personal fouls committed by Rytas helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was Latvian Rolands Smits (207-1995) who scored 12 points and 7 rebounds. The former international Edgaras Ulanovas (199-1992) chipped in 6 points and 8 rebounds. Zalgiris' coach Kazys Maksvytis used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was international Gytis Radzevicius (197-1995) who recorded 17 points and 8 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Zalgiris have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 23-4 record. Defending champion Rytas keeps the second position with six games lost. Zalgiris are looking forward to face P.Zvaigzdes (#10) in Pasvalys in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rytas will play at home against Siauliai (#9) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident.
The game in Kedainiai was also worth to mention about. Third ranked Wolves (19-8) played at the court of 7th ranked Nevezis (12-15). Wolves managed to secure a 7-point victory 88-81. It was a good game for American Rashard Kelly (203-1995, college: Wichita St.) who led his team to a victory with 24 points and 6 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). Ahmad Caver contributed with 19 points and 4 assists for the winners. American forward Deshawn Freeman (201-1994, college: Rutgers, agency: One Motive Sports) answered with 18 points and 5 rebounds for Nevezis. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Wolves. Newly promoted Wolves maintains third place with 19-8 record having four points less than leader Zalgiris. Nevezis at the other side keeps the seventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with Neptunas. Wolves will play against bottom-ranked Prienai (#12) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Nevezis will play against Neptunas (#7) in Klaipeda and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
A very close game took place in Gargzdai between Gargzdu and Juventus. Eleventh ranked Gargzdu (6-21) got a very close home victory over higher ranked Juventus (16-11). Gargzdu managed to escape with a 1-point win 77-76 on Sunday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the guest team. It was a great evening for Josh Newkirk who led his team to a victory scoring 17 points and 5 assists. The best for the losing side was Reggie Lynch with 11 points, 6 rebounds and 5 blocks. Juventus' coach Donaldas Kairys tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Newly promoted Gargzdu maintains eleventh place with 6-21 record. Loser Juventus keeps the fifth position with 11 games lost. Gargzdu will meet higher ranked Jonava (#6) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Juventus will play against Lietkabelis where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.

Other games of round 27 were very predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Neptunas defeated Siauliai in Klaipeda 89-87. Lietkabelis beat Jonava at home 85-72. P.Zvaigzdes won against Prienai on the opponent's court 91-85.

Nevezis - Wolves 81-88

The game in Kedainiai was also worth to mention about. Third ranked Wolves (19-8) played at the court of 7th ranked Nevezis (12-15). Wolves managed to secure a 7-point victory 88-81. Nevezis was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a good game for American Rashard Kelly (203-1995, college: Wichita St.) who led his team to a victory with 24 points and 6 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). His fellow American import guard Ahmad Caver (188-1996, college: ODU) contributed with 19 points and 4 assists for the winners. American forward Deshawn Freeman (201-1994, college: Rutgers, agency: One Motive Sports) answered with 18 points and 5 rebounds and Danielius Lavrinovicius (205-1999) added 14 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Nevezis. Four Nevezis players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Wolves. Newly promoted Wolves maintains third place with 19-8 record having four points less than leader Zalgiris. Nevezis at the other side keeps the seventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with Neptunas. Wolves will play against bottom-ranked Prienai (#12) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Nevezis will play against Neptunas (#7) in Klaipeda and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Nevezis: D.Freeman 18+5reb+1ast, D.Lavrinovicius 14+6reb+2ast, T.Lambrecht 11+6reb, B.Davison 10+6reb+1ast, M.Valinskas 8, A.Cook 8+2reb+1ast
Wolves: R.Kelly 24+6reb+2ast, A.Caver 19+3reb+4ast, A.Juskevicius 9+1ast, E.Zukauskas 8+4reb, K.Zemaitis 8+4reb+4ast, R.Miniotas 6+3reb+1ast

Siauliai - Neptunas 87-89

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both eighth ranked Neptunas and 9th ranked Siauliai had identical 11-15 record. But Siauliai was not able to use a home court advantage and was edged by the opponent from Klaipeda 89-87 on Saturday night. Neptunas looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was a great evening for swingman Matas Jogela (201-1998) who led his team to a victory scoring 23 points and 8 rebounds. American center Austin Wiley (211-1999, college: Auburn) helped adding 12 points, 12 rebounds and 4 blocks. Five Neptunas players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Kyle Mangas (193-1999, college: IWU) with 27 points and 5 rebounds and the other American import point guard Antino Jackson (182-1996, college: N.Mexico, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 17 points and 4 assists. Neptunas (12-15) moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Nevezis. Loser Siauliai keeps the ninth position with 16 games lost. Neptunas will meet at home Nevezis (#8) in the next round. Siauliai will play against the league's second-placed Rytas where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Siauliai: K.Mangas 27+5reb+2ast, A.Jackson 17+1reb+4ast, A.Urbutis 9+6reb, E.Stankevicius 8+3reb+1ast, B.Daniel 7+2reb, D.Sabeckis 7+6reb+5ast
Neptunas: M.Jogela 23+8reb+2ast, M.Girdziunas 17+1reb+2ast, A.Wiley 12+12reb, D.Gailius 11+4reb+6ast, Z.Janavicius 10+2reb+5ast, P.Oskaras 7+2reb+2ast

Gargzdu - Juventus 77-76

A very close game took place in Gargzdai between Gargzdu and Juventus. Eleventh ranked Gargzdu (6-21) got a very close home victory over higher ranked Juventus (16-11). Gargzdu managed to escape with a 1-point win 77-76 on Sunday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the guest team. Gargzdu looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was a great evening for American point guard Josh Newkirk (185-1994, college: Indiana) who led his team to a victory scoring 17 points and 5 assists. Giedrius Staniulis (206-1991) helped adding 15 points and 8 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American center Reggie Lynch (207-1994, college: Minnesota) with 11 points, 6 rebounds and 5 blocks and Zygimantas Skucas (202-1992, agency: BIG) scored 12 points and 6 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Juventus' coach Donaldas Kairys tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Newly promoted Gargzdu maintains eleventh place with 6-21 record. Loser Juventus keeps the fifth position with 11 games lost. Gargzdu will meet higher ranked Jonava (#6) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Juventus will play against Lietkabelis where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Juventus: Z.Skucas 12+6reb, M.Paliukenas 11+4reb+2ast, G.Matulis 11+5reb+1ast, R.Lynch 11+6reb+1ast, J.Davis 9+1reb+5ast, J.Alston 6+5reb
Gargzdu: J.Newkirk 17+3reb+5ast, G.Staniulis 15+8reb+1ast, J.Washington 11+9reb, S.Beniusis 11+8reb, E.Jonkus 8+1reb+2ast, A.Urbonas 7+2reb+10ast

Lietkabelis - Jonava 85-72

No shocking result in a game in Panevezys where fourth ranked Lietkabelis (17-10) defeated 6th ranked Jonava (14-13) 85-72 on Sunday. Lietkabelis dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Jonava's 30 and made 18-of-21 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Jonava 35-24 including 27 on the defensive glass. Lietkabelis looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was a great evening for Bosnian-Serbian Nikola Popovic (211-1997, college: Boston Coll.) who led his team to a victory scoring 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. American guard Jamel Morris (193-1992, college: Fairmont St.) helped adding 13 points and 6 assists. The best for the losing side was American forward Jeff Garrett (201-1994, college: LSUS, agency: Players Group) with 20 points and 6 rebounds and the former international swingman Edvinas Seskus (196-1995, agency: BIG) scored 10 points and 4 assists. Four Jonava players scored in double figures. Lietkabelis maintains fourth place with 17-10 record. Jonava lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the sixth position with 13 games lost. Lietkabelis will meet Juventus (#5) in the next round. Jonava will play against Gargzdu and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Jonava: J.Garrett 20+6reb+3ast, M.Laksa 12+4reb, E.Maxwell 11+3reb, E.Seskus 10+4reb+4ast, A.Majauskas 8+1reb+2ast, G.Watson Jr. 6+4reb+5ast
Lietkabelis: N.Popovic 16+7reb+4ast, J.Morris 13+2reb+6ast, J.Randell 11+2reb+2ast, G.Goloman 11+3reb+1ast, K.Kullamaee 8+3reb+1ast, V.Lipkevicius 8+8reb+3ast

Prienai - P.Zvaigzdes 85-91

Rather expected game when 12th ranked Prienai (4-23) was defeated at home by tenth ranked P.Zvaigzdes (7-20) 91-85 on Monday. P.Zvaigzdes made 16-of-18 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for power forward Julius Jucikas (204-1989, agency: BIG) who led his team to a victory scoring 15 points and 8 rebounds. American point guard John Gillon (183-1994, college: Syracuse) helped adding 18 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). The best for the losing side was the former international forward Darius Tarvydas (199-1991) with 23 points and British Jordan Williams (203-1995) scored 12 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Five P.Zvaigzdes and four Prienai players scored in double figures. P.Zvaigzdes maintains tenth place with 7-20 record. Loser Prienai stay dead last with 23 lost games. P.Zvaigzdes will meet at home league's leader Zalgiris in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Prienai will play against Wolves (#3) in Vilnius and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Prienai: D.Tarvydas 23+3reb+2ast, T.Jogela 15+4reb, K.Anderson 12+4reb+4ast, J.Williams 12+9reb+5ast, J.Jogminas 9+5reb, D.Domarkas 8+2reb+2ast
P.Zvaigzdes: J.Gillon 18+2reb+3ast, J.Cunningham 17+1reb+1ast, J.Jucikas 15+8reb+3ast, C.Allen 13+4reb+4ast, I.Vaitkus 10+5reb, E.Saulys 9+4reb

Zalgiris - Rytas 81-75

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Kaunas. First ranked Zalgiris faced second-best Rytas. Host Zalgiris (23-4) defeated guests from Vilnius (21-6) 81-75. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Rytas. 27 personal fouls committed by Rytas helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was Latvian Rolands Smits (207-1995) who scored 12 points and 7 rebounds. The former international Edgaras Ulanovas (199-1992) chipped in 6 points and 8 rebounds. Zalgiris' coach Kazys Maksvytis used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was international Gytis Radzevicius (197-1995) who recorded 17 points and 8 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) and American forward Justin Gorham (201-1998, college: Houston) added 12 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Zalgiris have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 23-4 record. Defending champion Rytas keeps the second position with six games lost. Zalgiris are looking forward to face P.Zvaigzdes (#10) in Pasvalys in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rytas will play at home against Siauliai (#9) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident.
Top scorers:
Rytas: G.Radzevicius 17+8reb, K.McCullum 12+2reb+4ast, J.Gorham 12+8reb+1ast, M.Normantas 9+4reb+2ast, M.Foster 8+3reb+2ast, G.Masiulis 7+2reb
Zalgiris: T.Dimsa 13+2reb, R.Smits 12+7reb, D.Giedraitis 12+2reb+1ast, I.Brazdeikis 10+2reb+2ast, K.Hayes 10+4reb, L.Birutis 6+3reb

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Nationale 2 Round 9 (Second Stage): Kordall Steelers lose to Racing - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Top ranked Kordall Steelers (19-6) recorded its sixth loss in Luxembourg on Saturday night. Visitors were rolled over by fourth ranked Racing (14-11) 80-59. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Kordall Steelers. Racing maintains fourth place with 14-11 record. Kordall Steelers at the other side still keeps top position with six games lost. Racing are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Bascharage (#6) in Kaerjeng in the next round. Kordall Steelers will play at home against the league's second-placed Avanti (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Important game to mention about took place in Mondorf. Sixth ranked Black Star (13-12) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging second-best Avanti (18-7) 94-91 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Avanti. Black Star moved-up to fifth place. Avanti at the other side keeps the second position with seven games lost. Black Star will play against higher ranked Mamer (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Avanti will play against the league's leader Kordall Steelers in Rodange and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last game of round 9 bottom-ranked Bascharage was defeated by Mamer in a road game 103-85.

Racing - Kordall Steelers 80-59

Top ranked Kordall Steelers (19-6) recorded its sixth loss in Luxembourg on Saturday night. Visitors were rolled over by fourth ranked Racing (14-11) 80-59. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Kordall Steelers. Racing maintains fourth place with 14-11 record. Kordall Steelers at the other side still keeps top position with six games lost. Racing are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Bascharage (#6) in Kaerjeng in the next round. Kordall Steelers will play at home against the league's second-placed Avanti (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Avanti - Black Star 91-94

Important game to mention about took place in Mondorf. Sixth ranked Black Star (13-12) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging second-best Avanti (18-7) 94-91 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Avanti. Black Star moved-up to fifth place. Avanti at the other side keeps the second position with seven games lost. Black Star will play against higher ranked Mamer (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Avanti will play against the league's leader Kordall Steelers in Rodange and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Mamer - Bascharage 103-85

There was no surprise when 6th ranked Bascharage (12-13) was defeated on the road by third ranked Mamer (16-9) 103-85. Mamer maintains third place with 16-9 record having just three points less than leader Kordall Steelers. Bascharage lost third consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 13 games lost. Mamer will play against Black Star (#5) in Mersch in the next round. Bascharage will play at home against Racing and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

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MEXICO

CIBACOPA Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jordan STEVENS

Los M
(182-PG-1994)
Avg: 28.4

28.4

23.3

22.7

20.7

19.8

CIBACOPA Round 10: Rayos de Hermosillo edge Pioneros Los Mochis by three points - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Seventh-ranked Pioneros Los Mochis (7-13) made lots of trouble for first ranked Rayos de Hermosillo (16-4) on Saturday. The visitors from Hermosillo managed to secure only three-point victory 109-106. However their fans expected much easier game. Rayos de Hermosillo looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Pioneros Los Mochis' players. The game was dominated by American players. Guard Khalil Iverson (196-1997, college: Wisconsin) fired 21 points and 6 assists for the winners. Power forward Terrell Brown-Soares (208-1998, college: San Diego) chipped in 19 points and 9 rebounds. Rayos de Hermosillo's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Guard Kennedy Jones (188-1989, college: Arlington Baptist) produced 47 points (!!!) for lost side. Rayos de Hermosillo have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 16-4 record. Pioneros Los Mochis lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 13 games lost. Rayos de Hermosillo are looking forward to face Caballeros de Culiacan (#3) at home in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Pioneros Los Mochis will play against the league's second-placed Astros (#2) in Guadalajara and are hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series.
Important game to mention about took place in Culiacan. Third ranked Caballeros de Culiacan (12-8) saved a 3-point victory at home edging one of their biggest challengers Ostioneros de Guaymas (9-11) 85-82 in the game for the third place. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Ostioneros de Guaymas. Worth to mention a great performance of Colombian Michaell Jackson (190-1987) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 9 rebounds. Johnny Hughes III contributed with 17 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Caballeros de Culiacan's coach Mario Andriolo allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. American Dylan Smith (196-1997, college: Arizona) replied with a double-double by scoring 31 points and 11 rebounds for Ostioneros de Guaymas. Caballeros de Culiacan maintains third position with 12-8 record having four points less than leader Hermosillo. Ostioneros de Guaymas at the other side keep the fourth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with Tijuana and Mazatlan. Caballeros de Culiacan will play against league's leader Rayos de Hermosillo on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Ostioneros de Guaymas will play against Halcones de Ciudad Obregon and hope to get back on the winning track.
Very important is a home loss of third ranked Caballeros de Culiacan (12-8) against fourth ranked Ostioneros de Guaymas (9-11) on Friday night. Host Caballeros de Culiacan was crushed by Ostioneros de Guaymas in Culiacan 101-81. Anthony Smith had a double-double by scoring 21 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners. At the losing side Teyvion Kirk responded with 25 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ostioneros de Guaymas have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 9-11 record, which they share with Tijuana and Mazatlan. Loser Caballeros de Culiacan keeps the third place with eight games lost. Ostioneros de Guaymas will meet bottom-ranked Halcones de Ciudad Obregon (#8) on the road in the next round. Caballeros de Culiacan will play against the league's leader Rayos de Hermosillo (#1) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Rest of the games of round 10 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Mazatlan was crushed by Astros in Guadalajara 113-84. Bottom-ranked Obregon was beaten by Tijuana at home 95-105. Hermosillo destroyed Los Mochis on the opponent's court 85-66. Astros unfortunately lost to Mazatlan in a home game 98-103. Tijuana managed to beat Obregon on the road 88-83.

Astros - Mazatlan 113-84

There was no surprise in Guadalajara where 6th ranked Venados (9-11) were crushed by second ranked Astros (13-7) 113-84 on Friday. Astros made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game. Astros outrebounded Venados 46-29 including a 35-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Astros made 7 blocks. The game was also dominated by American players. Forward Jordan Loveridge (198-1993, college: Utah) scored 22 points and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Lagerald Vick (196-1997, college: Kansas) chipped in 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Five Astros players scored in double figures. At the losing side power forward Alex Kaye Williams (203-1993) responded with 16 points and Leroy Davis (198-1981, college: Georgia St.) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Newly promoted Astros maintains second position with 13-7 record having just three points less than leader Hermosillo. Loser Venados dropped to the fourth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with Tijuana and Guaymas. Astros will meet at home Pioneros Los Mochis (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Venados will play against Tijuana Zonkeys and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mazatlan: W.Alex Kaye 16+3reb+3ast, L.Davis 14+5reb+1ast, E.Herrera 13+2ast, P.Marquez 9+1reb+1ast, J.Ledbetter 7+3reb+2ast, J.Strowbridge 7+3reb+5ast
Astros: J.Loveridge 22+5reb+1ast, L.Vick 17+5reb+4ast, D.White 16+7reb+1ast, E.Omogbo 14+5reb+2ast, S.Ponds 14+5reb+4ast, F.Benitez 9+1reb

Obregon - Tijuana 95-105

No shocking result in a game when sixth ranked Tijuana Zonkeys (9-11) defeated on the road bottom-ranked Halcones de Ciudad Obregon (5-15) 105-95 on Friday. The game was also dominated by American players. Forward Anthony Young (200-1989, college: KWC) scored 34 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Joshua Webster (190-1997, college: Missouri St.) chipped in 25 points and 5 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) during the contest. Four Tijuana Zonkeys players scored in double figures. Tijuana Zonkeys' coach Henry Bibby used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side guard Robert Colon (187-1999, college: WSSU) responded with 24 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and guard Jimmy Whitt (190-1997, college: Arkansas, agency: Interperformances) scored 18 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Tijuana Zonkeys have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Mazatlan and Guaymas. Halcones de Ciudad Obregon lost sixth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. Tijuana Zonkeys will meet Venados (#6) in the next round. Halcones de Ciudad Obregon will play against Ostioneros de Guaymas and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Obregon: R.Colon 24+6reb+6ast, J.Whitt 18+7reb+6ast, T.Farmer 15+6reb+2ast, J.Everett 9+4reb, J.Pressley 8+8reb, R.Delgado 8+1reb+4ast
Tijuana: A.Young 34+7reb+2ast, J.Webster 25+4reb+5ast, S.Williams 14+3reb+4ast, A.Pruitt 14+8reb+1ast, R.Esparza 7+1reb, E.Garibay 6+3reb

Los Mochis - Hermosillo 66-85

Very expected game when 7th ranked Pioneros Los Mochis (7-13) were rolled over at home by first ranked Rayos de Hermosillo (16-4) 85-66 on Friday. Rayos de Hermosillo outrebounded Pioneros Los Mochis 53-42 including 38 on the defensive glass. The game was also dominated by American players. Guard Khalil Iverson (196-1997, college: Wisconsin) scored 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Jimond Ivey (196-1996, college: Akron) chipped in 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side power forward John Mitchell (208-1991, college: Virginia Union) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and guard Jamar Sandifer (193-1997, college: SWOSU) scored 20 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Rayos de Hermosillo have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 16-4 record. Pioneros Los Mochis lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 13 games lost. Rayos de Hermosillo will meet at home Caballeros de Culiacan (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Pioneros Los Mochis will play against the league's second-placed Astros (#2) in Guadalajara and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Los Mochis: J.Sandifer 20+5reb, J.Mitchell 16+10reb, K.Jones 13+7reb+3ast, B.Juan 7+3reb+1ast, C.Robert 6+2reb, F.Gabriel 4+3reb
Hermosillo: K.Iverson 23+5reb+4ast, J.Ivey 15+6reb+4ast, T.Brown-Soares 13+11reb+1ast, T.Drisdom 9+10reb+4ast, J.Villanueva 6+3reb, D.Warren 6+2reb

Culiacan - Guaymas 81-101

Very important is a home loss of third ranked Caballeros de Culiacan (12-8) against fourth ranked Ostioneros de Guaymas (9-11) on Friday night. Host Caballeros de Culiacan was crushed by Ostioneros de Guaymas in Culiacan 101-81. Ostioneros de Guaymas made 21-of-26 free shots (80.8 percent) during the game. Ostioneros de Guaymas outrebounded Caballeros de Culiacan 48-27 including a 41-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. American power forward Anthony Smith (201-1997, college: Murray St.) had a double-double by scoring 21 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import forward Daytone Jennings (206-1997, college: CSUSB) chipped in 23 points and 13 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side American guard Teyvion Kirk (193-1999, college: UIC) responded with 25 points and Colombian Michaell Jackson (190-1987) scored 18 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ostioneros de Guaymas have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 9-11 record, which they share with Tijuana and Mazatlan. Loser Caballeros de Culiacan keeps the third place with eight games lost. Ostioneros de Guaymas will meet bottom-ranked Halcones de Ciudad Obregon (#8) on the road in the next round. Caballeros de Culiacan will play against the league's leader Rayos de Hermosillo (#1) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Culiacan: T.Kirk 25+4reb+2ast, M.Jackson 18+7reb+1ast, J.Hughes III 15+7reb+3ast, T.Kapita 11+3reb, D.Hunter 7+3reb, S.Santana 2+1ast
Guaymas: A.Lillard 25+8reb+2ast, D.Jennings 23+13reb+1ast, A.Smith 21+13reb+4ast, D.Smith 13+7reb+3ast, O.Pina 6+2reb, D.Ramos 6

Astros - Mazatlan 98-103

There was a surprise result in Guadalajara where sixth ranked Venados (9-11) beat much higher ranked Astros (13-7) 103-98 on Saturday. Venados forced 20 Astros turnovers. Strangely Astros outrebounded Venados 46-34 including a 17-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. American guard Jeff Ledbetter (191-1988, college: Idaho, agency: Slash Sports) had a double-double by scoring 13 points, 5 rebounds and 13 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import guard Jalek Felton (190-1998, college: UNC) chipped in 17 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. At the losing side Nigerian-American forward Emmanuel Omogbo (203-1995, college: Colorado St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 15 rebounds and American guard Shamorie Ponds (185-1998, college: St.John's) scored 19 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Venados moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Tijuana and Guaymas. Newly promoted Astros keep the second position with seven games lost. Venados will meet at home Tijuana Zonkeys (#4) in the next round. Astros will play against Pioneros Los Mochis and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Astros: J.Loveridge 19+4reb+5ast, S.Ponds 19+8reb+4ast, L.Vick 18+3reb+3ast, E.Omogbo 15+15reb+2ast, K.Rodriguez 10+2reb+11ast, M.Andriassi 9+2reb+2ast
Mazatlan: J.Casillas 23+3reb+1ast, J.Felton 17+8reb+5ast, V.Boumann 16+7reb+1ast, W.Alex Kaye 14+6reb+3ast, J.Ledbetter 13+5reb+13ast, J.Strowbridge 10+1reb+2ast

Obregon - Tijuana 83-88

Not a big story in a game when 8th ranked Halcones de Ciudad Obregon (5-15) was defeated at home by sixth ranked Tijuana Zonkeys (9-11) 88-83 on Saturday. Tijuana Zonkeys made 20-of-22 free shots (90.9 percent) during the game. Strangely Halcones de Ciudad Obregon outrebounded Tijuana Zonkeys 40-27 including 30 on the defensive glass. The game was also dominated by American players. Akia Pruitt (203-1997, college: UNCP) scored 23 points and 9 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Anthony Young (200-1989, college: KWC) chipped in 20 points and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side guard Jimmy Whitt (190-1997, college: Arkansas, agency: Interperformances) responded with 25 points and 9 rebounds and guard Robert Colon (187-1999, college: WSSU) scored 19 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Tijuana Zonkeys have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Mazatlan and Guaymas. Halcones de Ciudad Obregon lost sixth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. Tijuana Zonkeys will meet Venados (#6) in the next round. Halcones de Ciudad Obregon will play against Ostioneros de Guaymas and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Obregon: J.Whitt 25+9reb+3ast, R.Colon 19+5reb+4ast, G.Gillard 10+8reb+1ast, T.Farmer 9+2reb+5ast, J.Everett 9+5reb+1ast, A.Peralta 5+3reb+1ast
Tijuana: A.Pruitt 23+9reb+1ast, J.Webster 22+3reb+2ast, A.Young 20+4reb+4ast, S.Williams 9+7reb+7ast, R.Esparza 6+1reb, J.Williams 3+1reb

Los Mochis - Hermosillo 106-109

Seventh-ranked Pioneros Los Mochis (7-13) made lots of trouble for first ranked Rayos de Hermosillo (16-4) on Saturday. The visitors from Hermosillo managed to secure only three-point victory 109-106. However their fans expected much easier game. Rayos de Hermosillo looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Pioneros Los Mochis' players. The game was dominated by American players. Guard Khalil Iverson (196-1997, college: Wisconsin) fired 21 points and 6 assists for the winners. Power forward Terrell Brown-Soares (208-1998, college: San Diego) chipped in 19 points and 9 rebounds. Rayos de Hermosillo's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Guard Kennedy Jones (188-1989, college: Arlington Baptist) produced 47 points (!!!) and power forward John Mitchell (208-1991, college: Virginia Union) added 23 points and 17 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Rayos de Hermosillo and four Pioneros Los Mochis players scored in double figures. Rayos de Hermosillo have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 16-4 record. Pioneros Los Mochis lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 13 games lost. Rayos de Hermosillo are looking forward to face Caballeros de Culiacan (#3) at home in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Pioneros Los Mochis will play against the league's second-placed Astros (#2) in Guadalajara and are hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series.
Top scorers:
Los Mochis: K.Jones 47+4reb+3ast, J.Mitchell 23+17reb, B.Juan 16+5reb+1ast, J.Sandifer 15+5reb, J.Ricardo 3+2ast, O.Alberto 2
Hermosillo: D.Warren 21+5reb+2ast, K.Iverson 21+4reb+6ast, T.Brown-Soares 19+9reb+1ast, J.Ivey 18+7reb+3ast, J.Villanueva 13+9reb+2ast, J.Bird 5+1reb

Culiacan - Guaymas 85-82

Important game to mention about took place in Culiacan. Third ranked Caballeros de Culiacan (12-8) saved a 3-point victory at home edging one of their biggest challengers Ostioneros de Guaymas (9-11) 85-82 in the game for the third place. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Ostioneros de Guaymas. Caballeros de Culiacan made 27-of-33 charity shots (81.8 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of Colombian Michaell Jackson (190-1987) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 9 rebounds. American forward Johnny Hughes III (203-1997, college: UIW) contributed with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Caballeros de Culiacan's coach Mario Andriolo allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. American Dylan Smith (196-1997, college: Arizona) replied with a double-double by scoring 31 points and 11 rebounds and his fellow American import power forward Anthony Smith (201-1997, college: Murray St.) added 18 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Ostioneros de Guaymas. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Caballeros de Culiacan maintains third position with 12-8 record having four points less than leader Hermosillo. Ostioneros de Guaymas at the other side keep the fourth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with Tijuana and Mazatlan. Caballeros de Culiacan will play against league's leader Rayos de Hermosillo on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Ostioneros de Guaymas will play against Halcones de Ciudad Obregon and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Guaymas: D.Smith 31+11reb+1ast, A.Smith 18+12reb+4ast, D.Jennings 12+8reb+1ast, M.Crawford 11+3reb, A.Lillard 8+4reb+2ast, O.Pina 2+2reb
Culiacan: M.Jackson 26+9reb+2ast, J.Hughes III 17+10reb, T.Kirk 13+7reb+2ast, B.Ogalue 13+2reb+3ast, D.Hunter 10, T.Kapita 6+6reb

Best players of Mexican CIBACOPA round 10 - by Eurobasket News

Experienced American Anthony Young (200-F-1989) had a very impressive game in the last round for Tijuana and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 10.
The 33-year old forward had the game-high 34 points adding seven rebounds and two assists for Tijuana in his team's victory, helping them to beat Obregon (#8, 5-15) 105-95. Tijuana is placed at 4th position in Mexican CIBACOPA. Tijuana is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 9-11 record. In the team's last game Young had a remarkable 87.5% from 2-point range and got five three-pointers out of 8 attempts. He just recently signed at Tijuana, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Anthony Young averages this season 16.9ppg and 5.3rpg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American guard Kennedy Jones (188-G-1989) of Los Mochis. Jones impressed basketball fans with 47 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as Los Mochis was edged by the higher-ranked Hermosillo (#1, 16-4) 109-106. Los Mochis managed to keep the same 7th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 7-13 record. Jones is one of the most experienced players at Los Mochis and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was another Los Mochis' star - American John Mitchell (208-F/C-1991). Mitchell scored 23 points and grabbed seventeen rebounds (!!!). Despite Mitchell's great performance Los Mochis lost 106-109 to the higher-ranked Hermosillo (#1, 16-4). But his team cannot count on just these two top stars as they also need help of the other teammates. The chances of Los Mochis not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 13 games, recording just seven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Mitchell could try to bring Los Mochis' a little bit higher in the standings. Mitchell has individually a great season in Mexico. After 16 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 7.8rpg (6th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Anthony Smith (201-F/C-1997) of Guaymas - 21 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Michaell Jackson (190-PF-1987) of Culiacan - 26 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Joshua Webster (190-G-1997) of Tijuana - 25 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists
7. Akia Pruitt (203-PF-1997) of Tijuana - 23 points and 9 rebounds
8. Dylan Smith (196-SG-1997) of Guaymas - 31 points and 11 rebounds
9. Daytone Jennings (206-F-1997) of Guaymas - 23 points and 13 rebounds
10. Jimmy Whitt (190-G-1997) of Obregon - 25 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists

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

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Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Nenad VUKOVIC

Jedinstvo
(192-PG-1994)
Avg: 25.1

25.1

22.2

18.6

18.5

18.4

Erste Liga Round 22: Sutjeska defeat Teodo in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

An interesting game for Sutjeska (15-2) which played road game in Tivat against 3rd ranked Teodo (12-8). Second ranked Sutjeska had an easy win 91-71. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Teodo. Sutjeska dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Teodo's 32. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Michael Weathers (190-1997, college: SMU) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 8 rebounds. Zdravko Boskovic (200-1996) contributed with 22 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Sutjeska's coach Darko Vujacic used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international forward Petar Kusovac (193-1993, college: SC Derby) replied with 23 points for Teodo. Sutjeska have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. Teodo at the other side keeps the third place with eight games lost.
The game between eighth ranked Primorje 1945 (8-11) and 11th ranked Danilovgrad (3-15) in Herceg Novi ended with biggest points difference. Primorje 1945 outscored guests from Danilovgrad 92-52. Eldin Huremovic (201-1998) scored 14 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Veselin Kovacevic chipped in 11 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side center Milos Lopicic (216-1990, agency: BIG) responded with 15 points and 6 rebounds (perfect from the field making all six shots). Danilovgrad's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Primorje 1945 moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Jedinstvo. Danilovgrad lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost.

Other games in round 22 were not that significant. Milenijum beat Decic on the road 98-91. Mornar was destroyed by Jedinstvo on its own court 72-97. Sutjeska managed to outperform Mornar in Niksic 84-66.

Decic - Milenijum 91-98

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when sixth ranked Milenijum (9-10) beat on the road 5th ranked Decic (10-10) 98-91. Milenijum made 17-of-22 charity shots (77.3 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. Forward Petar Ivanovic (198-1997) had a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!), 10 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Aleksandar Bogojevic (189-1986) chipped in 21 points and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side guard Marko Koljevic (191-1990) responded with 40 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds and Petar Dragovic (-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds. Four Decic players scored in double figures. Milenijum maintains sixth position with 9-10 record. Newly promoted Decic keeps the fifth place with ten games lost.
Top scorers:
Decic: M.Koljevic 40+5reb+2ast, P.Dragovic 16+10reb+2ast, E.Williams 13+7reb+5ast, R.Shestani 12+2reb+2ast, V.Nikola 8+3reb+1ast, L.Nikaljevic 2+2reb+1ast
Milenijum: P.Ivanovic 33+10reb+5ast, A.Bogojevic 21+1reb+4ast, M.Jovanovic 12+3reb+6ast, M.Raicevic 9+2reb+5ast, P.Titic 8+1ast, V.Popovic 8+1ast

Mornar - Jedinstvo 72-97

Rather expected game when 9th ranked Mornar (6-12) was smashed by seventh ranked Jedinstvo (8-11) in Bar 97-72. Jedinstvo players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Mornar was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Point guard Nenad Vukovic (192-1994) scored 30 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Nikola Korac (185-1987, agency: PEPI SPORT) chipped in 11 points and 12 assists during the contest. Four Jedinstvo players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Nikola Rakocevic (200-2002) responded with 16 points and 8 rebounds and the former international guard Balsa Zivanovic (188-2001, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 13 points and 5 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Jedinstvo maintains seventh position with 8-11 record, which they share with Primorje 1945. Mornar lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with 12 games lost.
Top scorers:
Mornar: R.Nikola 16+8reb+2ast, Z.Balsa 13+4reb+5ast, K.Nemanja 11, M.Susic 7+7reb+3ast, P.Novak 6+1reb+4ast, V.Marko 6+2reb
Jedinstvo: N.Vukovic 30+6reb, N.Knezevic 17+1reb+2ast, S.Mihailo 15+3reb, N.Korac 11+1reb+12ast, M.Milosevic 8+5reb+2ast, K.Marko 7+16reb

Primorje 1945 - Danilovgrad 92-52

The game between eighth ranked Primorje 1945 (8-11) and 11th ranked Danilovgrad (3-15) in Herceg Novi ended with biggest points difference. Primorje 1945 outscored guests from Danilovgrad 92-52. Primorje 1945 dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Danilovgrad's 36. Primorje 1945 forced 21 Danilovgrad turnovers and had a 39-27 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Danilovgrad's players. Eldin Huremovic (201-1998) scored 14 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Veselin Kovacevic (202-1994) chipped in 11 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four Primorje 1945 players scored in double figures. At the losing side center Milos Lopicic (216-1990, agency: BIG) responded with 15 points and 6 rebounds (perfect from the field making all six shots) and the former international Vladimir Dasic (207-1988, agency: Interperformances) scored 5 points and 11 rebounds. Danilovgrad's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Primorje 1945 moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Jedinstvo. Danilovgrad lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost.
Top scorers:
Danilovgrad: M.Lopicic 15+6reb, G.Djordjije 10+6reb, V.Jovovic 10+6reb, N.Toncic 5+2reb+2ast, V.Dasic 5+11reb+2ast, D.Nikola 4+4reb+1ast
Primorje 1945: B.Nedeljkovic 18+4reb+1ast, E.Huremovic 14+8reb+2ast, I.Vladimir 14+4reb, V.Kovacevic 11+8reb+4ast, V.Andrija 11+7reb, N.Cvorovic 9+10reb+4ast

Mornar - Sutjeska 66-84

Very predictable result when second ranked Sutjeska (15-2) won against 9th ranked Mornar (6-12) in Bar 84-66. Sutjeska dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Mornar's 42. Sutjeska forced 19 Mornar turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 28 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Mornar's players. Forward Vladimir Tomasevic (201-1992) scored 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Milos Popovic (201-1998) chipped in 12 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists during the contest. Four Sutjeska players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Nikola Rakocevic (200-2002) responded with 15 points and American forward Marko Susic (206, college: Lamar St.CC) scored 16 points and 5 rebounds. Mornar's coach Mihailo Pavicevic rotated twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Sutjeska have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. Mornar lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with 12 games lost.
Top scorers:
Mornar: M.Susic 16+5reb, R.Nikola 15+3reb+3ast, Z.Balsa 12+4reb+3ast, V.Marko 8+1reb+1ast, V.Marljukic 8+10reb+1ast, C.Ibrahim 2+2reb+1ast
Sutjeska: V.Tomasevic 21+7reb+5ast, M.Dimitrije 15+3reb, M.Vujovic 13+4reb+3ast, M.Popovic 12+6reb+10ast, B.Bojic 12+3reb+1ast, A.Vulevic 9+6reb+7ast

Teodo - Sutjeska 71-91

An interesting game for Sutjeska (15-2) which played road game in Tivat against 3rd ranked Teodo (12-8). Second ranked Sutjeska had an easy win 91-71. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Teodo. Sutjeska dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Teodo's 32. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Michael Weathers (190-1997, college: SMU) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 8 rebounds. Zdravko Boskovic (200-1996) contributed with 22 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Four Sutjeska players scored in double figures. Sutjeska's coach Darko Vujacic used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international forward Petar Kusovac (193-1993, college: SC Derby) replied with 23 points and Serbian guard Dimitrije Raicevic (188-1993) added 14 points and 6 assists in the effort for Teodo. Sutjeska have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. Teodo at the other side keeps the third place with eight games lost.
Top scorers:
Teodo: P.Kusovac 23+1reb+1ast, K.Aleksandar 14+8reb, D.Raicevic 14+3reb+6ast, D.Bjeletic 9+8reb+1ast, N.Pavlovic 7+2reb, T.Cool 2
Sutjeska: Z.Boskovic 22+6reb, J.Ross 18+2reb+5ast, M.Weathers 18+8reb+3ast, V.Tomasevic 14+8reb+2ast, M.Vujovic 8+1reb, M.Popovic 6+9reb+3ast

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

25-year old forward Petar Ivanovic (198-F-1997) put on an amazing game in the last round for Milenijum and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 22.
He had a double-double of 33 points and 10 rebounds, while his team beat Decic (#5, 10-10) 98-91. Milenijum maintains the 6th position in Montenegrin league. Milenijum is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 9-10 record. In the team's last game Ivanovic had a remarkable 72.7% from 2-point range. He turned to be Milenijum's top player in his first season with the team. Petar Ivanovic averages this season 15.4ppg and 6.1rpg.

Second best performed player last round was Nenad Vukovic (192-PG-1994) of Jedinstvo. He is a guard in his 4th season at Jedinstvo. In the last game Vukovic recorded impressive 30 points and 6 rebounds. Of course he led Jedinstvo to another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Mornar (#9, 6-12) 97-72. Jedinstvo's 7th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 8-11 record. Vukovic is one of the most experienced players at Jedinstvo and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 25.1ppg (#1).

Third place about best performers goes to guard Marko Koljevic (191-G-1990) of Decic (#5). Koljevic got into 30-points club by scoring 40 points in the last round. He went also for five rebounds . Despite Koljevic's great performance Decic lost 91-98 to slightly lower-ranked Milenijum (#6, 9-10). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. Koljevic has a great season in Montenegro. After 19 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 22.2ppg (2nd best) and assists with 5.1apg (6th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Milos Popovic (201-PF-1998) of Sutjeska - 12 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists
5. Vladimir Tomasevic (201-F-1992) of Sutjeska - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Petar Dragovic (2000) of Decic - 16 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Zdravko Boskovic (200-SF-1996) of Sutjeska - 22 points and 6 rebounds
8. Michael Weathers (190-G-1997) of Sutjeska - 18 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Milos Lopicic (216-C-1990) of Danilovgrad - 15 points and 6 rebounds
10. Nikola Rakocevic (200-F-2002) of Mornar - 16 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)

Coach Mijovic is back at Buducnost - by Eurobasket News

KK Buducnost VOLI Podgorica (Erste Liga) signed 41-year old Montenegrin coach Petar Mijovic. It is actually his comeback to Podgorica as he used to coach here before. Mijovic coached last season at Atomeromu in Hungarian league.
He was coaching Montenegrin Senior National Team back in 2012 and coached also U18 National Team in 2011.
Mijovic has coached previously in Kosovo (Prishtina and Bashkimi) and Poland (WKS Slask).
His team won Montenegrin Cup in 2020.

Redparth's 31-point game gives him Prva B Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

25-year old guard Holden Redparth (196-G-1997) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Balkanski Ris and receives a Hoops Agents Prva B Player of the Week award for round 23.
He had the game-high 31 points adding seven rebounds and three assists for Balkanski Ris as his team lost the game against Montenegro (#3, 16-6) 67-78. Balkanski Ris maintains the 7th position in Montenegrin Prva B. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Balkanski Ris will need to avoid more loses keep or improve their 13-9 record. In the team's last game Redparth had a remarkable 54.5% from 2-point range. He turned to be Balkanski Ris' top player in his first season with the team. Francis Marion University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Redparth is league's best scorer averaging so far 25.4ppg. Redparth is in league's top in and averages solid 3.3spg and 56.5% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Danilo Joksimovic of Lim. He is a in his first season at Lim. In the last game Joksimovic recorded impressive double-double of 21 points and 15 rebounds. Of course Lim cruised to a 93-86 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Zeta (#11, 3-16). Lim's 6th position in the standings has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 14-7 record is not bad and everything may still change. Joksimovic is a newcomer at Lim and quickly became one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to Krsto Sucur of Kotor (#4). Sucur scored 23 points and grabbed twenty two rebounds (!!!). Despite Sucur's great performance Kotor lost 69-70 to #1 ranked Pljevlja. But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. Sucur has a very solid season. In 10 games in Montenegro he scored 20.0ppg. He also has 11.8rpg and FGP: 58.4%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Djordjije Tatar (2002) of Zeta - 26 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Nikola Bojicic (198-C-2001) of Montenegro - 17 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Luka Djurovic (198-SG-1995) of SC Derby 2 - 22 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Boris Perucica) of Podgorica 2 - 14 points and 15 rebounds
8. David Mirkovic (200-PF-2006) of SC Derby 2 - 18 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Vasilija Todorovic) of SC Derby 2 - 15 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Alex Holcombe (206-F) of Pljevlja - 14 points and 11 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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DEX-H Round 28: RCA Casabl. edge AS Sale by one point - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 28 in the D1 took place in Casablanca. This derby game ended with only one-point defeat on the road of higher ranked AS Sale (13-6) to eighth ranked RCA Casabl. (10-12) 80-79 on Monday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of AS Sale. RCA Casabl. maintains eighth position with 10-12 record. Defending champion AS Sale keeps the fourth place with six games lost. RCA Casabl. are looking forward to face OCY (#12) in Yusufiya in the next round. AS Sale will play at home against the league's leader FUS Rabat (#1) having rather not much hope for a victory.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Tanger. First ranked FUS Rabat faced 3rd ranked IRT Tanger. Guests from Rabat (17-4) smashed host IRT Tanger (14-7) 88-67. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of IRT Tanger. FUS Rabat have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 17-4 record. IRT Tanger at the other side keeps the third place with seven games lost. FUS Rabat will play against AS Sale (#4) on the road in the next round. IRT Tanger will have a break next round.
A very close game took place in Casablanca between KACM and WAC. Seventh ranked KACM (10-10) got a very close victory on the road over 9th ranked WAC (8-12). KACM managed to escape with a 2-point win 85-83 on Monday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of WAC. KACM maintains seventh position with 10-10 record. Loser WAC keeps the ninth place with 12 games lost. KACM will meet at home league's second-placed MTB in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. WAC will have a break next round.

In the last two games of round 28 Larache was defeated by MAS Fez in a road game 90-72. FAR Rabat beat OCY at home 72-54.

IRT Tanger - FUS Rabat 67-88

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Tanger. First ranked FUS Rabat faced 3rd ranked IRT Tanger. Guests from Rabat (17-4) smashed host IRT Tanger (14-7) 88-67. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of IRT Tanger. FUS Rabat have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 17-4 record. IRT Tanger at the other side keeps the third place with seven games lost. FUS Rabat will play against AS Sale (#4) on the road in the next round. IRT Tanger will have a break next round.

MAS Fez - Larache 90-72

There was no surprise when 11th ranked Larache (5-15) was defeated on the road by sixth ranked MAS Fez (13-9) 90-72 on Monday. MAS Fez maintains sixth position with 13-9 record. Larache lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh place with 15 games lost. MAS Fez will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Larache will play against FAR Rabat (#5) and hope to secure a win.

RCA Casabl. - AS Sale 80-79

The most exciting game of round 28 in the D1 took place in Casablanca. This derby game ended with only one-point defeat on the road of higher ranked AS Sale (13-6) to eighth ranked RCA Casabl. (10-12) 80-79 on Monday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of AS Sale. RCA Casabl. maintains eighth position with 10-12 record. Defending champion AS Sale keeps the fourth place with six games lost. RCA Casabl. are looking forward to face OCY (#12) in Yusufiya in the next round. AS Sale will play at home against the league's leader FUS Rabat (#1) having rather not much hope for a victory.

WAC - KACM 83-85

A very close game took place in Casablanca between KACM and WAC. Seventh ranked KACM (10-10) got a very close victory on the road over 9th ranked WAC (8-12). KACM managed to escape with a 2-point win 85-83 on Monday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of WAC. KACM maintains seventh position with 10-10 record. Loser WAC keeps the ninth place with 12 games lost. KACM will meet at home league's second-placed MTB in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. WAC will have a break next round.

FAR Rabat - OCY 72-54

No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked FAR Rabat (13-7) defeated at home 12th ranked OCY (1-18) 72-54 on Monday. FAR Rabat maintains fifth position with 13-7 record. OCY lost sixteenth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the twelfth place with 18 games lost. FAR Rabat will meet Larache (#11) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. OCY will play against RCA Casabl. and hope to win that game.

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Murray leads Nuggets past Wolves 109-80 in NBA playoffs - by Eurobasket News

Jamal Murray (6'4''-SG-1997, college: Kentucky) overcame some early jitters to have 24 points and eight assists in his first playoff game since the 2020 NBA bubble as the top-seeded Denver Nuggets routed the Minnesota Timberwolves 109-80 Sunday night. 'Murray was Murray,' Wolves point guard Chris Conley (6'5''-F) said. 'He's one of the better scorers, playmakers, from our position.' Michael Porter Jr. (6'10''-PF-1998, college: Missouri), who scored 18 points in his first playoff game since missing last year's run with a bad back, said Murray used his time off after blowing out his left knee in 2021 to improve his basketball IQ. 'I told him the other day I feel like he's better now than before the injury,' Porter said. 'I know he probably doesn't feel it, but just his overall game, his awareness, he had like a year off where he had to just watch.' Porter scored 18 points and Nikola Jokic (7'0''-C-1995) added 13 points, 14 rebounds and a half dozen assists in 28 minutes as Denver snapped a five-game skid in playoff openers - and became the only higher seed to win on its homecourt Sunday. Both Porter and Murray started off slow offensively, so they turned up their defense, diving for loose balls and crashing the glass until they found their shooting touch. 'That was the game right there,' Murray said. 'It wasn't even offense. I think Mike and I struggled early and we were still playing defense. We were running the floor playing defense, boxing out, playing physical. Everybody made an impact.' Anthony Edwards led Minnesota with 18 points. Karl-Anthony Towns (7'0''-F/C-1995, college: Kentucky), who was rounding into form this month after missing 52 games with a bad calf, missed 10 of his first 12 shots and finished with 11 points. 'It's the NBA. It's not forgiving. Just things happen,' Towns said. 'They did a great job, give them credit. They had a long week preparing for us and they got ready and you could tell on the court they knew our plays and knew what they're doing. So we've just got to come back ready for Game 2. It's a series - just move on, flush it and get ready.' Minnesota coach Chris Finch lamented Denver's tougher physicality and better control. 'Way more physical than we were,' he said. 'They played with more speed, more force, they kicked our butts in every category that you possibly can imagine.' Jokic said during the Nuggets' week off that he was eager to see how they'd do do with Murray and Porter back in the lineup with him after injuries and surgeries waylaid Denver's Big Three each of the last two postseasons. The answer was emphatic: the trio combined for 55 points, 33 rebounds and 16 assists - with just two combined turnovers - as all five of Denver's starters scored in double figures as did reserve Bruce Brown (6'5''-SG-1996, college: Miami, FL), who chipped in 14. The Nuggets were the only one of four home teams to win Sunday as the Bucks, Grizzlies and Suns all surrendered homecourt advantage to lower seeds in the first round. The opener marked Murray's first playoff appearance since his breakout performance in the 2020 NBA bubble, when he twice put up 50 points on the Jazz in helping the Nuggets reach the Western Conference Finals where they lost to LeBron James and the Lakers. Murray tore his left ACL eight months later and missed the Nuggets' last two playoff runs. 'It is kind of wild to think it's been that long,' Denver coach Michael Malone said before tip-off. 'I'm just so happy for him, proud of him. It has not been an easy journey for him, but I think this year, we've seen Jamal have moments where that's the Jamal Murray that we all love and remember.' The Timberwolves were without starting forward Jaden McDaniels (6'11''-C/F-2000, college: Washington), their best perimeter defender, who broke his right hand punching a wall in Minnesota's final regular season game. Towns promised things would be different in Game 2. 'I don't think this team has many nights like this,' he said of the Wolves, who hadn't been held to 80 or fewer points since Nov. 19, 2016.
Courtesy of: apnews.com

Heat Rip Bucks 130-117 in Game 1; Giannis, Herro Injured - by Eurobasket News

The Milwaukee Bucks didn't have their best player around for the full game. The Miami Heat did. That pretty much made the difference Sunday as the top-seeded Bucks saw their path toward a championship face an early obstacle. Jimmy Butler (6'7''-G/F-1989, college: Marquette) had 35 points and 11 assists, and the Heat capitalized on Giannis Antetokounmpo (6'11''-F-1994, agency: Octagon Europe)'s injury to beat the Bucks 130-117 on Sunday in an Eastern Conference playoff opener Sunday. Butler's dazzling performance enabled the Heat to withstand the exit of Tyler Herro, who broke his right hand while diving for a loose ball just before halftime. 'He's just a brilliant competitor,' Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said. 'He does it on both ends of the court. He has an innate feel for what's necessary during the course of a game. We needed obviously some offensive punch, some triggers, something to settle us all down, particularly when we found out Tyler was out. Jimmy was able to do it in a lot of different ways.' Now the Bucks wait to learn how long Antetokounmpo might be out because of a lower back bruise. Antetokounmpo was driving to the basket with 4:13 left in the first quarter when he got fouled by Kevin Love (6'10''-PF-1988, college: UCLA) and landed hard on his backside. The two-time MVP got up slowly, stayed in the game to take his free throws and then headed to the locker room about 2 1/2 minutes later after picking up his second foul. Although he returned to the game with 9:56 remaining in the second quarter, Antetokounmpo went to the locker room again with 8:33 left in the half and was ruled out for the rest of the game shortly afterward. "There was an X-ray that was clear here,' Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer said. 'We'll monitor him and see how he does, see how he wakes up, how he feels the rest of tonight and tomorrow.' The early departures of Antetokounmpo and Herro gave this game an unusual feel and forced both teams to adjust on the fly. Nobody adapted better than Butler, who shot 15 of 27, leading the way as the Heat set a franchise scoring record for a playoff game and shot 59.5% from the floor. 'I just control what I can control in the end, play basketball the right way, no matter who's out there on the floor on my team or the opposing team,' Butler said. 'Stay aggressive. Make sure my guys get their shots. Defend as I'm supposed to defend and do whatever it takes to get my team the win.' The Heat also capitalized on a dramatic advantage from beyond the arc. The Heat were 15 of 25 and the Bucks 11 of 45 from 3-point range. Bam Adebayo (6'10''-C-1997, college: Kentucky) had 22 points, nine rebounds and seven assists for the Heat. Khris Middleton (6'8''-SF-1991, college: Texas A&M) scored 33 points and Bobby Portis (6'10''-PF-1995, college: Arkansas) had 21 for the Bucks. Miami seized control of the game early as the Bucks appeared disjointed after a long layoff. None of the Bucks' starters had played since at least April 5, when they won at Chicago to clinch the NBA's best regular-season record and top playoff seed. The Heat allowed the Bucks to take the lead once - at 4-2. 'They played well,' said Milwaukee guard Jrue Holiday (6'4''-G-1990, college: UCLA), who had 16 points and 16 assists but shot 6 of 18. 'They looked like they had a rhythm, attacking the basket, got to the free-throw line a lot. There's a lot of things we need to do, kind of like starting off better.' The Bucks kept trying to make a run, but Butler made sure the Heat answered every time. 'He's arguably the best closer in the game,' said Love, who had 18 points and eight rebounds. 'It's unbelievable what he's able to do out there. He's our leader. He sets the tone for us. I'm taking him pretty much over anybody in the league when it comes down to closing out a game.'
Courtesy of: usnews.com

Lakers Steal Game 1 From Grizzlies 128-112 Thanks to Dominant Performance by Anthony Davis - by Eurobasket News

A collective gasp escaped the Lakers bench late in the second quarter as they stared in disbelief as Anthony Davis (6'10''-C-1993, college: Kentucky) grabbed his right shoulder in pain. "I can't move my arm," he explained as he hobbled towards a seat near the Lakers bench and then back to the locker room shortly thereafter. Potentially losing their best player in a series he was expected to dominate had the hopes and hearts of Lakers Nation hinging on a string. Without Davis, the Lakers stood no chance in their first-round playoff series against the young, athletic, and physical Memphis Grizzlies. This was the kind of injury that could swing a series and perhaps the entire playoff landscape, and it was only Game 1! Thankfully for the Lakers, Davis returned in the second half and dominated the undersized Grizzlies, scoring 22 points, with 12 rebounds, and a game-high seven blocks to lead Los Angeles to a 128-112 victory in Game 1 on Sunday in Memphis. "We didn't know what AD's status was," said Austin Reaves (6'5''-G-1998, college: Oklahoma) of the atmosphere in the Lakers' locker room at halftime with Davis' status in doubt. "We were talking about 'next man up mentality' in case something was bad wrong with him. Thank God nothing major is wrong with him." The shorthanded Grizzlies are without starting center Steven Adams (right knee) and backup center Brandon Clarke (left Achilles) for the entirety of the first-round. That means Davis can dominate the offensive and defensive glass and feast at the rim. As Davis goes in the series, so do the Lakers. "He's our linebacker. He sees everything in front of him," said Lakers' head coach Darvin Ham of the importance of Davis. "Talking to the guys. Protecting the rim, just being a presence in the paint. His activity, his energy on that side of the ball.but the communication amongst all the guys was great. He set the tone. He was that guy. His biggest mark that needs to be made consistently throughout this series is on the defensive end.Defensively I thought he was unbelievable." The Lakers big man, who was diagnosed with a stinger at halftime, was a game-high plus 27 when he was on the court and his performance was highlighted by a 21-point, 11-rebound performance from LeBron James (6'8''-SF-1984) and 29 crucial points off the bench from Rui Hachimura (6'8''-F-1998, college: Gonzaga). Hachimura was acquired from the Washington Wizards days before the NBA trade deadline, and his points off the bench were the most by a Lakers reserve since Byron Scott scored 24 in 1997 and the most by a Lakers reserve since Mychal Thompson had 29 off the bench in 1984. "He was huge," said James of Hachimura's record-breaking performance. "He hit timely shots He was just on time, and on target all night tonight and we needed that. Especially with how great their bench is." Austin Reaves was also excellent in his first taste of the NBA Playoffs, scoring 23 points, including some clutch baskets and assists down the stretch as the Lakers closed the game on a 15-0 run to send the fans at the FedEx Forum home in heartbreak. The Lakers entered the series as the underdogs, but looked anything but in Game 1. The back-and-forth game featured 11 lead changes, six ties, and both teams taking leads of eight points or at several points throughout the 48-minute contest. Jaren Jackson Jr. (6'11''-F/C-1999, college: Michigan St.), the frontrunner for the NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award this season, led the Grizzlies with a game-high 31 points in the loss. Desmond Bane (6'6''-G-1998, college: TCU) chipped in 22. Ja Morant (6'3''-G-1999, college: Murray St.) finished with 18 points, but appeared to injury his right hand when he fell to the ground midway through the fourth quarter. Morant did not return to the game, and his availability for the remainder of the series is uncertain. "It's in jeopardy," said Morant of his status for Game 2 on Wednesday. "It just feels like it's one thing after another." The Grizzlies took an important step last season under fifth-year head coach Taylor Jenkins . Memphis finished with the second best record in the Western Conference, and won their first playoff series since 2015, when they took down the Minnesota Timberwolves in six last spring. Despite injuries, suspensions, and off-the-court drama, the Grizzlies had an even better season this year, once again finishing with the second-best record in the Western Conference, and the best home record in the entire NBA at 35-6. But to take the next step, the Grizzlies need to advance deeper into the NBA Playoffs. That starts with defeating the 17-time champion Los Angeles Lakers. A matchup that Memphis guard Dillon Brooks (6'7''-G/F-1996, college: Oregon) relished. 'I wouldn't mind playing LeBron in a 7-game series,' Brooks told reporters earlier in the week. 'The legacy is there. First time back in the playoffs; knock him out right away. It'll test us good. They got good pieces, good players. That'll be a good first-round matchup for us.' The Grizzlies' speed, length, and physicality posed multiple problems for the Lakers in Game 1. Led by Davis, the Lakers defense was the best in the league post All-Star break, but their transition defense was among the bottom. However, it was the Lakers that out-scored the Grizzlies 26-17 on fastbreak points in Game 1. Memphis led 101-98 with 8:55 remaining in the game, but the Lakers went on a 10-0 run and never looked back. Reaves scored or assisted on 6 of the Lakers last eight baskets to close the game out. For Reaves, his 23-point performance was a bit of a bounce back game after he struggled in the Lakers 108-102 OT victory over the Timberwolves in the Play-In Tournament on Tuesday. Reaves, who hails from nearby Newark, Arkansas had dozens of friends and family in attendance for Game 1. He celebrated his nine straight points late in the fourth quarter by shouting "I am HIM!" at his teammates as he headed to the bench during a Memphis timeout. "There's a lot of emotions," said Reaves. "You dream about being on stage like this among the best basketball players in the world. It's the playoffs and I got hot late." The Lakers improved to 19-7 in playoff games that both LeBron James and Anthony Davis start in and will need both of them if they want to become the first seven-seed in NBA history to reach the NBA Finals. "Obviously we have great chemistry and in the postseason every possession is important and you have to dial in," said James of his connection with Davis. "We've had pretty good success as a combo and obviously we want to continue to that, but it was our supporting cast that won us the game tonight. AD set the tone defensively posting 7 blocks, changed shots at the rim and took charges, but our supporting cast definitely brought us home." Game 2 of the best of seven series tips off on Wednesday, April 19 at 7:30PM EST.
Courtesy of: nbclosangeles.com

Leonard scores 38 to lead Clippers past Durant, Suns 115-110 - by Eurobasket News

Kawhi Leonard (6'7''-F-1991, college: SDSU) had a great shooting night while Russell Westbrook (6'3''-G-1988, college: UCLA) had a horrible one. Both players nonetheless had a huge impact for the Los Angeles Clippers in their 115-110 win over the Phoenix Suns in the teams' Western Conference playoff series opener on Sunday. Leonard poured in 38 points, including two late 3-pointers, while Westbrook was a menace everywhere except the scoring column. The veteran guard shot just 3 of 19 from the field, but finished with nine points, 10 rebounds, eight assists, three blocks and two steals. 'My whole career, I pride myself every season on doing everything,' Westbrook said. 'Whatever is needed of me to win the game, I'll do it.' That's exactly what happened in the final 30 seconds. Westbrook made a pair of free throws with 17.7 seconds left for a three-point lead, then blocked Devin Booker (6'6''-SG-1996, college: Kentucky)'s layup attempt at the other end and swatted the ball off Booker to give the Clippers the ball with 10.1 seconds remaining. Eric Gordon (6'4''-G-1988, college: Indiana) added 19 points and hit a late 3 that kept the Clippers ahead. Kevin Durant (6'9''-SF-1988, college: Texas) scored 27 points for the Suns, who lost for the first time with him on the floor. Phoenix acquired the two-time NBA Finals MVP from Brooklyn in February, and injuries limited him to eight games - all Suns wins. Devin Booker added 26 points for Phoenix, which will try to avoid falling into a 2-0 hole at home on Tuesday. The Suns trailed 109-103 with 1:33 remaining but scored the next five points. The Clippers grabbed multiple offensive rebounds on the ensuing possession before Westbrook made his critical free throws. 'Making winning plays, getting deflections on balls, offensive rebounding, getting us into our sets - that is playoff basketball,' Leonard said. 'You might not have the best night shooting, but you've got to impact the game some type of way and he did that tonight.' Los Angeles led for much of the game until midway through the third quarter. Torrey Craig (6'6''-F-1990, college: USC Upstate) made back-to-back buckets, including one on a powerful fast-break dunk, to push Phoenix ahead 70-68, part of a 15-0 run that concluded with a 77-68 Suns lead. The Clippers, led by Leonard's 12 points in the third, recovered to tie the game at 81-all heading into the fourth. 'They're going to make a run at home, we understood that,' Clippers coach Tyronn Lue said. 'We built a lead, they made a run, and now we've got to keep our composure and be ready to fight back. I thought everyone who played tonight was great.' Leonard - a two-time Finals MVP playing his first playoff game since June 14, 2021 - did much of his damage from the mid-range, but moved behind the 3-point arc in the game's late moments. He hit a 3 with 2:36 left and another at the 2-minute mark, finishing 13 of 24 shooting from the field. The Clippers were missing one of their best players in eight-time All-Star Paul George (6'9''-G/F-1990, college: Fresno St.). He sprained his right knee last month and it's unclear if he'll be able to play in this series. Gordon scored 12 points as the Clippers jumped to a 30-18 lead after one quarter. The Suns shot just 31.8% from the field in the first quarter and Durant was held scoreless. 'We definitely would like to have better starts but sometimes that happens,' Durant said. 'It is all about how you bounce back from it.' Durant missed his first five shots from the field before finally connecting on a mid-range jumper early in the second quarter. That seemed to shake the nerves and the 34-year-old poured in 17 points before the break, helping cut the Clippers' lead to 59-54. The Suns had their six-game winning streak in playoff Game 1s snapped. 'We understand it is not going to be easy,' Booker said. 'It gets harder from here. Thinking back to my first (playoffs), every loss is the worst thing ever and every win you are going to win the rest of them. That's just how the playoffs go.'
Courtesy of: thestar.com

Tyler Herro Out 4-6 Weeks With Broken Right Hand - by Eurobasket News

Tyler Herro (6'5''-SG-2000, college: Kentucky) will miss the next 4-6 weeks with a broken right hand, sources told Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report. Herro broke the middle and ring finger of his shooting hand. Herro suffered the injury after diving for a loose ball late in the first half of Game 1 against the Bucks.
Courtesy of: realgm.com

Maxey, Embiid, Harris power 76ers to 96-84 win over Nets - by Eurobasket News

Joel Embiid (7'0''-C/F-1994, college: Kansas) pumped his fist in the air and exhorted the Philly crowd to get louder as Tobias Harris (6'9''-F-1992, college: Tennessee) and Tyrese Maxey (6'4''-PG-2000, college: Kentucky) hit game-changing 3s and stymied Brooklyn runs with clutch boards. 'It's as happy as I've ever seen him since I've been here with other guys making shots,' third-year coach Doc Rivers said. 'He was really celebrating his teammates tonight.' With good reason. For a franchise player who was raised in the organization to Trust the Process, Embiid has finally come around to learning how to trust his teammates. Maxey hit six 3-pointers and scored 33 points, Embiid and Harris had 20 apiece, and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Brooklyn Nets 96-84 on Monday night to take a 2-0 lead in their Eastern Conference playoff series. Embiid, the two-time NBA scoring champion, was quiet offensively, going 6 of 11 from the floor, but he did just about everything else. The MVP finalist had 19 rebounds, seven assists and three blocks. 'A lot of people think I just love scoring the basketball,' Embiid said. 'I don't think it's true. I enjoy winning.' Embiid's increased faith in his teammates is one reason the third-seeded Sixers expect a deep run in the playoffs. 'Better teammates help,' Rivers said with a laugh. 'Maturity and preparation. We work on it every day.' Harris had 12 rebounds. James Harden (6'5''-SG-1989, college: Arizona St.) scored only eight points on 3-of-13 shooting for the Sixers after a sensational Game 1 effort. Game 3 is Thursday in New York. Cameron Johnson (6'9''-F-1996, college: UNC) led the Nets with 28 points. Johnson sent Embiid stumbling on a one-handed dunk down the right side that posterized the 7-footer. Johnson stared down Embiid as the Nets forward backpedaled on defense in the first half. 'I don't remember getting dunked on,' Embiid tried to say with a straight face. The slam was Brooklyn's last GIF-worthy highlight. Maybe the 76ers just needed to listen to their coach more as they chase their first NBA championship since 1983. After Brooklyn scored the first bucket of the second half, Rivers called a quick timeout. 'C'mon, guys! C'mon!' Rivers implored in the huddle. 'Listen, it's up to y'all what you all want to do.' How about finally decide the game. 'It was time for us to realize we need to be ready,' Harris said of the timeout speech. 'We need to pick our energy up. We need to pick our body language up. This is our arena. This is our home floor. This is our win that we need to get.' Maxey, who kept the Sixers alive with 15 points in the first half, was stuffed by the rim on a fast break but Harris followed for the bucket and the 76ers finally tied the game at 55-all. Maxey didn't miss on the next possession - a corner 3 that sent the crowd into a frenzy. Then PJ Tucker missed a 3, grabbed his own rebound, dished to Harden and the Beard buried his first 3 of the game. Harris came right back and connected on a 3 that had him hopping and waving his arms off the court headed into a timeout. Embiid then erupted in celebration with the Sixers ahead 64-56. 'We didn't play our best basketball but in the second half we just figured out what worked and we kept doing it over and over and over,' Embiid said. Philly's scoring spurt was about it for the Nets, who shot 35% in the second half. 'The only adjustment made was that ball didn't go in the hole for us,' Nets coach Jacque Vaughn said. 'We got open looks, they tried to go zone, we had enough shooting out there. The ball just didn't go in.' The Sixers needed the spark after they spiraled from Game 1 dominance to Game 2 disaster in the first half. No Sixer represented that fall more than Harden. His seven 3s steadied the Sixers in the opener but the aging vet - who battled left Achilles tendon soreness down the stretch of the regular season - was overwhelmed in Game 2. He missed 6 of 7 shots in the first half and all four 3-point attempts. Throw in two fouls and five turnovers and it was a marvel the Sixers only trailed 49-44 at the break. 'As bad as we played offensively we were only down five points,' Maxey said. 'We knew if we could get our offense to catch up to our defense, and continue to be stingy on defense, we knew we had a shot.' Holding only a slim lead had to distress the Nets. Johnson scored 22 points in the half but - much like in Game 1 - the Nets got crushed on the boards and in the paint. Embiid scored eight points but grabbed 15 boards, 13 defensive. Embiid, who wore a 'Best Dad Ever' sweatshirt at the podium after his young son tagged along with him after Game 1, made up for some offensive frustration with a two-handed jam late in the game that brought the crowd to its feet. 'We held Embiid under his average,' Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (6'7''-F-1993, college: Florida) said. 'They were just the best team tonight. They found a way to pull it out.'
Courtesy of: apnews.com

Kings take 2-0 series lead, beat Warriors 114-106 in egregiously sloppy game - by Eurobasket News

The Sacramento Kings' Game 1 victory over the Golden State Warriors was billed as a feel-good, culture win for the team considering the city's 17-year absence from the postseason. Some might have chalked it up as beginners' luck. But Sacramento's 114-106 Game 2 defeat of Golden State felt more like a statement designed to put the rest of the Western Conference on notice. Now as the Warriors' first-round series against the Kings shifts to San Francisco, Golden State will open play at Chase Center on Thursday trailing Sacramento 0-2. This is unfamiliar territory for Stephen Curry - he has never been down 0-2 in a playoff series at any point in his 14-year career. They entered Monday having previously gone 30-10 following a playoff loss, and fell to 19-6 in Game 2s under head coach Steve Kerr . 'You got to embrace it,' said Curry. 'We've never been in this situation, so we have to stay together, stay locked in on things we need to do better, embrace the challenge and protect our home court, which we've done great all year. 'That's the old saying, a series doesn't start until somebody wins on the other team's home floor. If we want to get ourselves back into it, its going to start with a focused effort in Game 3.' The Warriors were far from that on Monday. They fell victim to the same three issues in Game 2 that haunted them throughout the regular season and reared their ugly heads in spurts in Game 1: poor box-outs, turnovers and fouling. Golden State surrendered 12 offensive rebounds in Game 2 after giving up 17 on Saturday, and the Kings finished with 20 second-chance points. The Warriors also had 22 giveaways - 13 in the first half - and allowed Sacramento to shoot 29 free throws, resulting in 21 more points. Golden State got just 18 attempts at the charity stripe. 'You just don't flip a switch, your issues are your issues,' Draymond Green (6'6''-F-1990, college: Michigan St.) said. 'We have to work through them and figure them out.' The Warriors' frustration boiled over with 7:03 left in regulation. Following a Malik Monk (6'4''-SG-1998, college: Kentucky) miss, Curry secured a defensive rebound and initiated the Warriors' fast break. Sabonis wound up on the floor and grabbed at Green's leg. Green stomped on Sabonis' chest and was ejected from the game, while Sabonis was assessed a Flagrant 1. After the game, Green told reporters that his actions were in retaliation to Sabonis'. ESPN reported that Sabonis' sternum X-rays came back negative. 'I got grabbed,' Green said. 'Second time in two nights. Referees just watch it. I have to land my foot somewhere.' Andrew Wiggins, making his first start for the Warriors since Feb. 13, played just under 40 minutes, so the 28-year-old's conditioning remains a non-issue despite his 25-game absence to end the regular season. Wiggins spent a bulk of the game checking Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (6'4''-G-1997, college: Kentucky),, and Fox cooled off from his 38-point eruption in the series' first game, finishing with 24 points. The Warriors led 23-17 after the first quarter, limiting Sacramento to just 38.1% shooting over the first 12 minutes of action as both teams combined for 18 turnovers in the opening period. Some of the Warriors' first-quarter turnovers were egregious; Fox picked both Curry and Klay Thompson (6'6''-G-1990, college: WSU) cleanly in the open court, leading to easy transition opportunities at the other end. The game didn't necessarily get out of hand for the Warriors in the second quarter, but the momentum shifted considerably in Sacramento's favor. Monk, who had burned the Warriors for 32 points in Game 1, made three treys in a row over the first 2:40 of the period, helping spark a 16-4 run that put Sacramento up three. Center Alex Len was also an integral part of the Kings' scoring burst, working on the backline behind Golden State's defense and throwing down powerful dunks that sent Golden 1 Center into a frenzy. 'We played a really good first quarter, held them to 17 points,' Kerr said. 'But we couldn't sustain it and the game got away from us in the second quarter and then they kind of controlled things from there.' The foul situation got out of hand for the Warriors in the third quarter. Green picked up his fourth personal with 10:56 left in the period and took a seat on the bench. Golden State committed another foul shortly after, leaving Sacramento in the bonus for the final 10:18 of the period. To make matters worse, Kevon Looney (6'9''-PF-1996, college: UCLA) picked up his fifth personal with 7:22 left in the third quarter. Green was able to play additional minutes and stay out of foul trouble for the rest of the third quarter, while Looney didn't return until the final frame. 'We know we have it, we know were capable, it's just can we execute,' Curry said of the Warriors' Game 2 miscues. 'That question will determine our fate in this series.' The Warriors clawed back to make it a 102-101 game with 3:11 left, but Sacramento outscored Golden State 12-5 over the final 2:54 and limited it to one field goal. Curry, Thompson and Gary Payton II played the entire fourth quarter. Jonathan Kuminga (6'7''-F-2002, agency: Verus Management) didn't play at all in the second half after going minus-10 in just under four minutes in the first. Because of the Warriors' foul trouble, Moses Moody got his first action of the series. 'Everything is a balance,' Kerr said. 'We tried to find the best two-way lineups we could. So on offense, I felt like we needed more spacing. And then on defense, they're a physical team, we needed some physicality, we need some size out there.'
Courtesy of: sfchronicle.com

Ex-Notre Dame coach Mike Brey to join Hawks staff, sources say - by Eurobasket News

Former Notre Dame men's basketball coach Mike Brey will join coach Quin Snyder 's staff on the Atlanta Hawks next season, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. No specific role has been finalized, nor will it be until after this season, sources told Wojnarowski. Brey, who has a 30-year history with Snyder, visited with the Hawks in March. The South Bend Tribune first reported the news about Brey joining the Hawks' staff. Brey stepped down as Notre Dame's coach after the end of this past season following 23 years in South Bend. He was 483-280 overall with the Fighting Irish, leading the school to 13 NCAA tournaments. Brey told ESPN's Pete Thamel in March that he interviewed for the then-open head coach position at South Florida but was not offered the job. He told Thamel at the time he was going to take some time off and pursue a career in television. Snyder agreed to a five-year deal in February to coach the Hawks, who trail the Celtics 1-0 in their first-round playoff series. Game 2 is Tuesday in Boston.
Courtesy of: espn.com

Grizzlies forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. wins 2022-23 NBA Defensive Player of the Year award - by Eurobasket News

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. (6'11''-F/C-1999, college: Michigan St.) was named the 2022-23 NBA Defensive Player of the Year, the NBA announced today. This marks the first NBA Defensive Player of the Year award for Jackson Jr., who becomes the second player in franchise history to receive the honor (Marc Gasol in 2012-13). Jackson Jr. is the second-youngest player in NBA history (Dwight Howard) to be named NBA Defensive Player of the Year and becomes one of four 23-year-olds to win the award (Kawhi Leonard in 2014-15; Howard in 2007-08; Alvin Robertson in 1985-86). The 6-foot-11 Jackson Jr., whose defense helped propel the Grizzlies to a 51-31 record (second in the Western Conference) and the team's second straight Southwest Division championship, received 391 points (56 first-place votes) from a global panel of 100 sportswriters and broadcasters. Players were awarded five points for each first-place vote, three points for each second-place vote and one point for each third-place vote. Jackson Jr. led the NBA in blocks per game (3.0) and block percentage (9.6) for the second consecutive season and tied for second in total blocks (189). He surpassed his own single-season franchise records in all three categories while also establishing career bests with 18.6 points per game and 6.8 rebounds per game. Behind Jackson Jr., Memphis led the Western Conference and ranked third in the NBA in defensive rating (110.7) and held opponents to the lowest field goal percentage (45.3%) and largest field goal percentage difference (-2.2%). Individually, when serving as the primary defender, Jackson Jr. led the NBA in field goal percentage allowed at the rim (46.9% on 454 contests) with a minimum of 20 shots defended. Jackson Jr. also averaged 1.0 steals per game and led the NBA in combined steals and blocks per game (career-high and franchise-record 4.0). He became one of four players since the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award was instituted in the 1982-83 season to lead his team to a Top 5 defensive rating while also averaging at least 1.0 steals and 3.0 blocks, joining Hakeem Olajuwon, David Robinson and Ben Wallace. The five-year NBA veteran was named to the 2021-22 NBA All-Defensive First Team last season. He was selected by Memphis with the fourth overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft following his freshman year at Michigan State University, where he won the 2017-18 Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year award. Milwaukee's Brook Lopez (309 points, 31 first-place votes) and Cleveland's Evan Mobley (101 points, eight first-place votes) finished second and third in the voting, respectively.
Courtesy of: insidehoops.com

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USBasket.com All-NBA G League Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Finals MVP: USA

Jaden Springer (6'4''-SG-2002) of Philadelphia 76
Player of the Year: USA

Carlik Jones (6'1''-PG-1997) of Chicago B.
Rookie of the Year: USA

Kenneth Lofton Jr. (6'7''-F-2002) of Memphis G.
Defensive Player of the Year: USA

Jimmie Huff (6'2''-PG) of Denmark Tech
Most Improved Player: Dominican Republic

Lester Quinones (6'5''-G-2000) of GS Warriors
Sportsmanship Award: USA

Nate Pierre-Louis (6'4''-G-1998) of South Bay L.
Community Assist Award: USA

Langston Galloway (6'2''-G-1991) of Indiana P.
Coach of the Year: Ronnie Burrell of Long Island N.

USBasket.com All-NBA G League First Team 2023

Duke Jr.

Huff

Jones

Lofton Jr.

Queta

First Team
USA

David Duke Jr. (6'5''-SG-1999) of Brooklyn N.
USA

Jay Huff (7'1''-F-1998) of Washington W.
USA

Carlik Jones (6'1''-PG-1997) of Chicago B.
USA

Kenneth Lofton Jr. (6'7''-F-2002) of Memphis G.
Portugal

Neemias Queta (7'0''-C-1999) of Sacramento K.

USBasket.com All-NBA G League Second Team 2023

Bouyea

Cooper

Kabengele

Days

Samanic

Second Team
USA

Jamaree Bouyea (6'2''-G-1999) of Sioux Falls S.
USA

Sharife Cooper (6'1''-G-2001) of Cleveland C.
Canada

Mfiondu Kabengele (6'10''-F-1997) of Boston C.
USA

Darius Days (6'7''-F-1999) of Houston R.
Croatia

Luka Samanic (6'10''-PF-2000) of Utah Jazz

USBasket.com All-NBA G League Third Team 2023

Anderson

Chiozza

Diabate

Mobley

Moon

Third Team
USA

Justin Anderson (6'6''-G-1993) of Ft.Wayne MA
USA

Chris Chiozza (183-PG-1995) of Murcia
France

Moussa Diabate (6'10''-F-2002) of LA Clippers
USA

Isaiah Mobley (6'10''-F-1999) of Cleveland C.
USA

Xavier Moon (6'2''-G-1995) of LA Clippers

USBasket.com NBA G League All-Rookie Team 2023

Bouyea

Days

Diabate

Lofton Jr.

Quinones

All-Rookie Team
USA

Jamaree Bouyea (6'2''-G-1999) of Sioux Falls S.
USA

Darius Days (6'7''-F-1999) of Houston R.
France

Moussa Diabate (6'10''-F-2002) of LA Clippers
USA

Kenneth Lofton Jr. (6'7''-F-2002) of Memphis G.
Dominican Republic

Lester Quinones (6'5''-G-2000) of GS Warriors

USBasket.com NBA G League All-Defensive Team 2023

Dunn

Harrison

Kabengele

Queta

All-Defensive Team
USA

Kris Dunn (6'4''-SG-1994) of Utah Jazz
USA

Shaquille Harrison (6'4''-G-1993) of LA Lakers
USA

Jimmie Huff (6'2''-PG) of Denmark Tech
Canada

Mfiondu Kabengele (6'10''-F-1997) of Boston C.
Portugal

Neemias Queta (7'0''-C-1999) of Sacramento K.

Five-Star Prospect Dink Pate Signs With G League Ignite - by Eurobasket News

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NBLCANADA

Sudbury Five defeat D'Alma in dominating fashion - by Eurobasket News

The Sudbury Five were back home in the Nickel Wednesday on Saturday night, hoping to continue their winning ways. In this contest they hosted the L'Academie D'Alma of The Basketball League. Sudbury did not disappoint their 1,923 loud and passionate fans in this one. Right from the first tipoff Sudbury was firing on all cylinders, particularly on offense, with big performances from the likes of Montell McRae (6'10''-F-1996, college: Buffalo), who finished the game with 28 points, Braylon Rayson (6'1''-G-1994, college: CMU), who scored 26 points, and AJ Mosby, who also had a night, contributing 21 points for Sudbury. The Five were hitting well from behind the three point line and held a ten point lead at the end of the first quarter, with the score being 30-20 for the home squad. In the second quarter the L'Academie D'alma matched Sudbury's intensity and baskets, with solid efforts from players such as Sergy Haranga Dabangdata and Marc-Andre Fortin, who got 28 and 22 points respectively on this night. The first half ended with a close score of 58-53 for the Sudbury Five. The tides changed for both teams coming out of the halftime break. Sudbury got their offense flowing at just the right time with help from Braylon Rayson, Jeremy Harris (6'7''-G-1996, college: Buffalo), and Dexter Williams Jr., who all played key roles in this one. The Five won the third quarter by a score of 43-27 and ended the quarter leading the D'Alma by a score of 101-80 with one quarter left to play. Sudbury continued their dominating play in the fourth quarter and came away with the 135-101 victory. When asked if the Five prepare differently against an unfamiliar team like the D'Alma, Montell McRae said, 'No different preparation, we just play our game.' When asked what the difference was in the second half that allowed Sudbury to gain a big lead, McRae said, 'We sped the game up and rebounded more.' Coach Logan Stutz remarked, 'Third quarters have been good to us all year. We wanted to win the third quarter by 10.' With the victory, the Sudbury Five hold a record of 20 wins and 5 losses and remain in first place in the National Basketball League of Canada. Sudbury has a rematch against the L'Academie D'Alma at the Sudbury Community Arena on the afternoon of Sunday, April 16th, with a scheduled start time of 2 PM before taking the court at home for two back to back games against the Jamestown Jackals of The Basketball League on Saturday, April 22nd and Sunday, April 23rd.
Courtesy of: sudbury.com

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NCAA1

Chance Westry transfers to Syracuse - by Eurobasket News

Syracuse University added to their roster guard Chance Westry (6'6''-189lbs). Chatsworth (CA) native moved there from Auburn University where he spent his freshman year. In 10 games he recorded just 2.2ppg and 1.0apg last season.
Westry graduated Arizona Compass Prep School (Chandler, AZ) in 2022, which he joined from Sierra Canyon School. His team won SEC Regular Season Championship that year.

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NEW ZEALAND

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

24-year old Tai Wynyard (208-C/F-1998) put on an amazing game in the last round for Rams and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 2.
He had a double-double of 35 points and 14 rebounds, while his team was edged out by Jets (#8, 1-2) 90-86. Rams maintains the 5th position in New Zealand league. Rams is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. But it was their 1st lost game this season out of 2 games. In the team's last game Wynyard had a remarkable 72.7% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Rams and just after two games he already turned to be a very valuable addition to the team. University of Kentucky graduate has very impressive stats this year. Wynyard is in league's top in points (6th best: 22.0ppg), rebounds (3rd best: 12.0rpg) and averages solid 2.0bpg and 60.6% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Hyrum Harris (198-F-1996) of Hawks. He is international forward in his first season at Hawks. In the last game Harris recorded impressive double-double of 25 points and 10 rebounds. Bad luck as Hawks was edged by Airs (1-2) 95-93. 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. Harris is one of the most experienced players at Hawks and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to center Tyrell Harrison (214-C-1999) of Bulls (#4). Harrison showcased his all-around game by recording 20 points, twelve rebounds (!!!) and six assists in the last round. He was a key player of Bulls, leading his team to a 95-84 win against Giants (#9, 0-2). Bulls needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 2 victories and 1 lost game. Harrison has a great season in New Zealand. After only 3 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 11.7rpg (4th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Daniel Fotu (203-F-1999) of Bulls - 24 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Mustapha Heron (196-G-1997) of Jets - 32 points and 4 rebounds
6. Jeremy Kendle (186-G-1988) of Sharks - 27 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists
7. Avery Woodson (188-PG-1993) of Giants - 34 points and 3 rebounds
8. Javion Blake (191-G-1997) of Jets - 20 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists
9. Robert Loe (211-F-1991) of Tuatara - 17 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Anzac Rissetto (208-F/C-2001) of Airs - 17 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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PANAMA

U23 Colon Tournament - by Robert OConnell

The U-23 Basketball Tournament started on the April 14th with 22 teams from all over the country. They will be divided in to 4 groups.

Groups A and B will have six teams each and Groups C and D will have 5 teams each.

Games will be host at the Panama Al Brown Arena in Colon City, Panama. Games will be on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

This are the four groups.

GROUP A
Correcaminos de Colon
Hard Work
Club Panteras
Spartans
Esfuerzo y Pasion
G.U.B.CHI.

GROUP B
Toros de Chiriqui
Atl. Altos de los Lagos
Halcones
Union Basketball
Doctors
Bulldogs M.L.K

GROUP C
Navieros de Colon
Unity Basketball
Aguilas de Rio Abajo
Resurreccion
Eagles

GROUP D
Dragones de Don Bosco
Federal Shooters
Lobos de Cocosolo
Black Mamba
Autobots C-3

Colon Basketball Tournament U-23 - by Robert OConnell

The U-23 Basketball Tournament started on the April 14th with 22 teams from all over the country. They will be divided in to 4 groups.

Groups A and B will have six teams each and Groups C and D will have 5 teams each.

Games will be host at the Panama Al Brown Arena in Colon City, Panama. Games will be on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

This are the four groups.

GROUP A
Correcaminos de Colon
Hard Work
Club Panteras
Spartans
Esfuerzo y Pasion
G.U.B.CHI.

GROUP B
Toros de Chiriqui
Atl. Altos de los Lagos
Halcones
Union Basketball
Doctors
Bulldogs M.L.K

GROUP C
Navieros de Colon
Unity Basketball
Aguilas de Rio Abajo
Resurreccion
Eagles

GROUP D
Dragones de Don Bosco
Federal Shooters
Lobos de Cocosolo
Black Mamba
Autobots C-3

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PARAGUAY

LNB Round 1: Libertad A. keep a leadership position - by Eurobasket News

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

Libertad A. smashed Sol de America in Asuncion 102-67. Libertad A. dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Sol de America's 38. They outrebounded Sol de America 43-23 including a 33-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Libertad A. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Sol de America's players. International point guard Jorge Martinez (178-1998) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 assists for the winners. The former international Rodney Mercado (191-1999) chipped in 26 points and 7 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field). Juan Marti produced 24 points 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. Sol de America will play next round against strong San Jose trying to get back on the winning streak. It will be a derby game for which supporters look forward to, where their team will face at home their local rival from Asuncion - San Jose. Libertad A. will try to continue on its current victory against Colonias G.. It will be extra interesting game as Colonias G. is their local rival from Asuncion.
Felix Perez recorded a loss in Asuncion. Hosts were rolled over by Olimpia K. 73-44. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Gabriel Peralta (203-1995) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points and 14 rebounds. Christian Alaekwe contributed with 11 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. The former international swingman Jose Rolon (193-2000) answered with 10 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for Felix Perez. 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. Olimpia K.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Asuncion to the arena Campo Alto.
Another exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Asuncion: San Jose and Atletico C.. San Jose crushed visiting Atletico C. by 37 points 96-59. Franco Benitez stepped up and scored 22 points for the winners. San Jose's coach felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side Romeo Smith responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. San Jose's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Asuncion to the arena Sol de America.

In the last game of round 1 Colonias G. crushed Campo Alto in Asuncion 72-44.

Felix Perez - Olimpia K. 44-73

Felix Perez recorded a loss in Asuncion. Hosts were rolled over by Olimpia K. 73-44. Olimpia K. forced 23 Felix Perez turnovers and outrebounded them 50-29 including a 14-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Gabriel Peralta (203-1995) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points and 14 rebounds. American guard Christian Alaekwe (193, college: St.Thomas, TX) contributed with 11 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. The former international swingman Jose Rolon (193-2000) answered with 10 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Alejandro Barreto added 7 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Felix Perez. 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. Olimpia K.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Asuncion to the arena Campo Alto.
Top scorers:
Felix Perez: J.Rolon 10+6reb+4ast, V.Mauricio 8, B.Alejandro 7+6reb, R.Maxsuel 7+6reb, L.Ferreira 5+2reb+2ast, S.Ricardo 4+2reb+4ast
Olimpia K.: G.Peralta 23+14reb+3ast, C.Alaekwe 11+5reb+2ast, D.Fabrizio 10+3reb, K.Sebastian 6+3reb+3ast, A.Ivan 6+2reb, C.Beling 4+6reb

San Jose - Atletico C. 96-59

Another exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Asuncion: San Jose and Atletico C.. San Jose crushed visiting Atletico C. by 37 points 96-59. San Jose dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Atletico C.'s 34 and made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Atletico C. 52-30 including a 38-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. San Jose looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Argentinian forward Franco Benitez (199-1994) stepped up and scored 22 points for the winners and Argentinian Tobias Gomez chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Four San Jose players scored in double figures. San Jose's coach felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side American Romeo Smith (202-1995, college: Missouri Valley) responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds and Oscar Toro scored 15 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. San Jose's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Asuncion to the arena Sol de America.
Top scorers:
Atletico C.: R.Smith 21+10reb, T.Oscar 15+5reb+7ast, D.Jara 12+4reb, V.Sosa 6+1reb+1ast, K.Smith 5+2reb+3ast, A.Brahian 0
San Jose: F.Benitez 22+4reb+1ast, T.Gomez 18+6reb+1ast, F.Dose 12+3reb+3ast, J.Alen 10+8reb+2ast, E.Riveros 8+2reb+5ast, V.Ochipinti 8+3reb+3ast

Campo Alto - Colonias G. 44-72

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Asuncion where Campo Alto was crushed by Colonias G. 72-44 on Thursday. Juan Poison stepped up and scored 12 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and American swingman Stefano Osuji (190, college: Bridgeport) chipped in 18 points. At the losing side forward Guillermo Osorio (192-1985) responded with 11 points and 8 rebounds and Argentinian point guard Santiago Peralta (183-2000) scored 14 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Colonias G.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Asuncion to the arena Libertad A..
Top scorers:
Campo Alto: P.Santiago 14+2reb, G.Osorio 11+8reb+3ast, O.Laconich 6+3reb+2ast, M.Mainero 5+1reb, N.Peralta 4+8reb+1ast, R.Darwinn 4+1reb+2ast
Colonias G.: S.Osuji 18+3reb+2ast, P.Juan 12+8reb+6ast, F.Hugo 10+3reb+2ast, N.Peralta 9+4reb+2ast, S.Galarza 8+3reb+1ast, T.Tiago 7+2reb

Libertad A. - Sol de America 102-67

Libertad A. smashed Sol de America in Asuncion 102-67. Libertad A. dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Sol de America's 38. They outrebounded Sol de America 43-23 including a 33-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Libertad A. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Sol de America's players. International point guard Jorge Martinez (178-1998) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 assists for the winners. The former international Rodney Mercado (191-1999) chipped in 26 points and 7 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field). Four Libertad A. players scored in double figures. Juan Marti produced 24 points and Marcos Ramoa added 23 points respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sol de America will play next round against strong San Jose trying to get back on the winning streak. It will be a derby game for which supporters look forward to, where their team will face at home their local rival from Asuncion - San Jose. Libertad A. will try to continue on its current victory against Colonias G.. It will be extra interesting game as Colonias G. is their local rival from Asuncion.
Top scorers:
Sol de America: M.Juan 24+4reb+1ast, R.Marcos 23+3reb, C.Octavio 6+3reb+1ast, M.Alvaro 4+3reb, E.Nicolas 4+5reb+1ast, T.Franco 4+1reb
Libertad A.: R.Mercado 26+7reb+3ast, J.Martinez 22+4reb+11ast, D.Bareiro 16+3reb+3ast, A.Lopez 14+11reb, E.Martinez 9+2ast, J.Sequera 7+6reb

Rodney Mercado gets MVP of the Week award for Paraguayan LNB (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

International Rodney Mercado (191-SF-1999) had an amazing evening in the last round for league's leader Libertad A. and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 1.
The 23-year old had the game-high 26 points adding seven rebounds and three assists for Libertad A. in his team's victory, helping them to outclass, the league's bottom-ranked team Sol de America (#8, 0-2) with 35-point margin 102-67. It allowed Libertad A. to jump to the first place in the Paraguayan LNB. But it's just the very beginning of the season and Libertad A. won both games without losing any. It's too early to say anything as the standings can be changed completely after next round. In the team's last game Mercado had a remarkable 78.6% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Libertad A. and just after two games he already turned to be a very valuable addition to the team. Mercado has impressive league stats. He is league's best scorer averaging so far 25.0ppg. Mercado is in league's top in assists (6th best: 1.5apg) and averages solid 2.5bpg,72.0% FGP and 42.9% from behind 3-point line.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Argentinian forward Gabriel Peralta (203-F-1995) of second-ranked Olimpia K.. Peralta impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 23 points and 14 rebounds. Of course he led Olimpia K. to another comfortable win outscoring Felix Perez (1-1) 73-44. His team has extremely good start of the season. They won both games so far. However the season is at the beginning, so everything can happen. They still may lose their high position in the standings. Peralta is one of the most experienced players at Olimpia K. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was American Romeo Smith (202-PF-1995) of Atletico C. (#6). Smith scored 21 points and grabbed ten rebounds. Despite Smith's great performance Atletico C. lost 59-96 to San Jose (#3, 2-0). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Atletico C. can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. The season just started for Smith as he played only first game. But it already looks like he can be team's leader.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Jorge Martinez (178-PG-1998) of Libertad A. - 22 points, 4 rebounds and 11 assists
5. Juan Marti) of Sol de America - 24 points and 4 rebounds
6. Tobias Gomez) of San Jose - 18 points and 6 rebounds
7. Juan Poison) of Colonias G. - 12 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists
8. Diego Bareiro (195-F-1991) of Libertad A. - 16 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Franco Benitez (199-F-1994) of San Jose - 22 points and 4 rebounds
10. Adolfo Lopez (199-F-1989) of Libertad A. - 14 points and 11 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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POLAND

DBE Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jeremiah MARTIN

Slask
(189-PG-1996)
Avg: 19.9

19.9

18.2

18.1

17.6

17.3

Review of 1Liga Round 2 of Quarter-Finals - by Eurobasket News

Walbrzych - Polonia W-wa 92-83

Gornik shot 30 for 48 from the free-throw line, while Polonia only scored eleven points from the stripe. 36 personal fouls committed by Polonia helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international center Piotr Niedzwiedzki (211-1993) had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 13 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Mikolaj Stopierzynski (190-1994) chipped in 18 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Four Gornik players scored in double figures. American guard Sammy Barnes-Thompkins (185-1996, college: NMHU) responded with 18 points and 7 rebounds and Marcin Dutkiewicz (197-1986) scored 14 points and 7 rebounds. Polonia's coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
Walbrzych: P.Niedzwiedzki 25+13reb+2ast, M.Stopierzynski 18+5reb+6ast, A.Kordalski 11+1reb+3ast, B.Majewski 10+4reb+5ast, M.Sitnik 9+8reb+3ast, D.Durski 8+3reb
Polonia W-wa: S.Barnes-Thompkins 18+7reb+3ast, M.Dutkiewicz 14+7reb+1ast, M.Kierlewicz 12+4reb+6ast, P.Gospodarek 9+2reb+5ast, D.Cechniak 8+8reb+1ast, M.Wielunski 7+1reb+5ast

Dziki Wwa - Pelplin 82-69

Dziki looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. 33 personal fouls committed by Decka helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Power forward Mateusz Bartosz (205-1987) had a double-double by scoring 27 points and 12 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Alan Czujkowski (199-1990) chipped in 21 points and 8 rebounds (was perfect 10-for-10 from the free throw line !!!) during the contest. Guard Damian Ciesielski (187-1997) responded with 14 points and 5 rebounds and guard Mariusz Konopatzki (192-1996) scored 12 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Dziki Wwa: M.Bartosz 27+12reb+1ast, A.Czujkowski 21+8reb+2ast, M.Motel 10+3ast, R.Komenda 9+4reb, G.Grochowski 5+4reb+12ast, F.Munyama 5+1reb
Pelplin: D.Ciesielski 14+5reb+2ast, M.Konopatzki 12+8reb, T.Davis 10+5reb+2ast, R.Janik 9+2reb+3ast, M.Kulis 7+2reb, K.Tyszka 7+3reb

Radom - Kolobrzeg 83-78

HydroTruck made 24-of-30 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. 24 personal fouls committed by Kotwica helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American point guard Kaheem Ransom (186-1993, college: SHSU) had a double-double by scoring 19 points, 5 rebounds, 10 assists and 7 steals to lead the charge for the winners and Filip Zegzula (188-1994) chipped in 22 points (was perfect 11-for-11 from the free throw line !!!) during the contest. Five HydroTruck players scored in double figures. Damian Pieloch (195-1989) responded with 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Piotr Smigielski (191-1989) scored 18 points.
Top scorers:
Radom: F.Zegzula 22+4reb+3ast, K.Ransom 19+5reb+10ast, D.Jeszke 15+9reb+2ast, J.Patoka 11+4reb+1ast, F.Maksymilian 10+8reb, M.Sadlo 3+2reb
Kolobrzeg: P.Smigielski 18+2reb+2ast, D.Pieloch 13+8reb+4ast, P.Pulkotycki 12+6reb, P.Dzierzak 11+3reb+1ast, W.Kowalenko 10+3reb, M.Kurpisz 7+6reb+3ast

Tychy - Starogard Gd. 69-56

GKS dominated down low during the game scoring 34 of its points in the paint compared to Kociewskie Diably's 14 and made 23-of-28 free shots (82.1 percent) during the game. GKS forced 25 Kociewskie Diably turnovers. 28 personal fouls committed by Kociewskie Diably helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Power forward Patryk Kedel (201-1999) scored 20 points and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and swingman Karol Kaminski (195-1997) chipped in 15 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Swingman Damian Janiak (195-1989) responded with 7 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and swingman Filip Malgorzaciak (192-1993) scored 11 points. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest.
Top scorers:
Tychy: P.Kedel 20+5reb+2ast, K.Kaminski 15+7reb+1ast, P.Wieloch 10+3reb+4ast, K.Nowakowski 9+1reb, M.Koperski 7+4reb+5ast, R.Trubacz 6+1reb+1ast
Starogard Gd.: F.Malgorzaciak 11+2reb+1ast, P.Lis 9+3ast, Z.Daniel 9, D.Venzant 8+2reb+1ast, D.Janiak 7+7reb+4ast, W.Czerlonko 5+3reb

EBL Round 27: #1 WKS Slask is defeated by Suzuki Arka - by Eurobasket News

The teams have now bigger motivation at this stage of Regular Season. Every game can be crucial and decide about teams' position at the end of Regular Season. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most surprising game was another loss of top-ranked WKS Slask (20-7) in Gdynia on Thursday night. Visitors were defeated by tenth ranked Suzuki Arka (11-16) 87-70. Suzuki Arka made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for American point guard James Florence (185-1988, college: Mercer) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 5 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Serbian point guard Novak Music (188-1998) helped adding 11 points and 4 assists. Suzuki Arka's coach Krzysztof Szubarga used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was international point guard Lukasz Kolenda (195-1999) with 19 points and 4 assists. Suzuki Arka have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain tenth place with 11-16 record. Defending champion WKS Slask still keeps top position with seven games lost. They share it with King. Suzuki Arka are looking forward to face higher ranked Legia (#4) in Warszawa in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. WKS Slask will play on the road against Stal in Ostrow Wlkp. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Very significant was Legia's (#4) 80-70 road victory against 5th ranked Trefl. It was an exceptional evening for American swingman Travis Leslie (193-1990, college: Georgia) who led the winners and scored 17 points and 8 rebounds. Aric Holman accounted for 18 points and 7 rebounds. Croatian power forward Ivica Radic (208-1990) came up with 13 points and 8 rebounds for Trefl in the defeat. Legia (18-9) have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Stal. Trefl at the other side keeps the fifth position with ten games lost. Legia will play against Suzuki Arka (#10) in Gdynia in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Trefl will play at home against Anwil (#9) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Stal (18-9) against tenth ranked Suzuki Arka (11-16) on Monday night. Visiting Stal was defeated by Suzuki Arka in Gdynia 92-80. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Stal. The best player for the winners was James Florence who scored 25 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Aigars Skele who recorded 18 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the third consecutive win for Suzuki Arka. They maintain tenth place with 11-16 record. Loser Stal keeps the third position with nine games lost. They share it with Legia. Suzuki Arka will meet higher ranked Legia (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Stal will play against the league's leader WKS Slask where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 27: MKS DG was destroyed by Twarde Pierniki on the opponent's court 106-77. Zastal outscored Spojnia in a home game 101-82. Czarni managed to beat Start on the road 91-80. Stal defeated Sokol on its own court 87-75. GTK was smashed by Anwil in Wloclawek 88-63. Slask lost to MKS DG at home 80-88. Astoria unfortunately lost to King on the opponent's court 80-88.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 30 points and 6 rebounds by Tony Meier of King.

Arka - Slask 87-70

The most surprising game was another loss of top-ranked WKS Slask (20-7) in Gdynia on Thursday night. Visitors were defeated by tenth ranked Suzuki Arka (11-16) 87-70. Suzuki Arka made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for American point guard James Florence (185-1988, college: Mercer) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 5 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Serbian point guard Novak Music (188-1998) helped adding 11 points and 4 assists. Four Suzuki Arka players scored in double figures. Suzuki Arka's coach Krzysztof Szubarga used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was international point guard Lukasz Kolenda (195-1999) with 19 points and 4 assists and the former international power forward Aleksander Dziewa (205-1997) scored 13 points. Suzuki Arka have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain tenth place with 11-16 record. Defending champion WKS Slask still keeps top position with seven games lost. They share it with King. Suzuki Arka are looking forward to face higher ranked Legia (#4) in Warszawa in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. WKS Slask will play on the road against Stal in Ostrow Wlkp. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Arka: J.Florence 18+5ast, D.Fenner 13+3reb, T.Wade 11+6reb+1ast, N.Music 11+3reb+4ast, A.Hrycaniuk 10+3reb+1ast, A.Bogucki 8+9reb
Slask: L.Kolenda 19+3reb+4ast, A.Dziewa 13+2reb+1ast, J.Niziol 10+2reb+1ast, J.Karolak 9+1reb, I.Ramljak 9+6reb+1ast, W.Aleksander 8+2reb+2ast

Twarde Pierniki - MKS DG 106-77

There was an upset in Torun where higher ranked MKS DG (10-17) was crushed by bottom-ranked Twarde Pierniki (7-20) 106-77 on Thursday. Twarde Pierniki dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to MKS DG's 34 and made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. Twarde Pierniki looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by MKS DG's players. The best player for the winners was American guard Tayler Persons (191-1995, college: Ball St., agency: Players Group) who had a double-double by scoring 20 points, 7 rebounds and 11 assists. Serbian forward Stefan Kenic (204-1997, college: Chattanooga) chipped in 19 points and 6 assists. Four Twarde Pierniki players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American Gerry Blakes (193-1993, college: Arizona St., agency: BIG) who recorded 21 points and the other American import guard Trevon Bluiett (198-1994, college: Xavier) added 23 points respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Twarde Pierniki maintains sixteenth place with 7-20 record. MKS DG lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the eleventh position with 17 games lost. Twarde Pierniki will meet at home higher ranked Start (#13) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. MKS DG will play against Spojnia in Stargard and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Twarde Pierniki: S.Gibbs 21+4reb+4ast, T.Persons 20+7reb+11ast, S.Kenic 19+4reb+6ast, D.Walton 18+5reb, A.Cel 8+3reb, K.Gordon 8+2reb+1ast
MKS DG: T.Bluiett 23+4reb, G.Blakes 21+4reb+3ast, J.Chealey 10+2reb+7ast, J.Mokros 8+3reb, M.Piechowicz 5+3reb, M.Kucharek 4+6reb+1ast

Zastal - Spojnia 101-82

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Zielona Gora where seventh ranked Enea Zastal (16-11) smashed 6th ranked Spojnia (16-11) 101-82 on Friday. Enea Zastal looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Enea Zastal made 8 blocks. The best player for the winners was American Bryce Alford (190-1994, college: UCLA, agency: Octagon Europe) who scored 28 points. Point guard Sebastian Kowalczyk (188-1993) chipped in 16 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Courtney Fortson (180-1988, college: Arkansas) who recorded a double-double by scoring 13 points, 8 rebounds, 10 assists and 5 steals and the other American import center Barret Benson (208-1997, college: SIU) added 21 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Five Enea Zastal and four Spojnia players scored in double figures. Spojnia's coach Sebastian Machowski rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Enea Zastal moved-up to sixth place, which they share with defeated Spojnia. Enea Zastal will meet Sokol (#12) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Spojnia will play against MKS DG (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Zastal: B.Alford 28+3reb+3ast, S.Kowalczyk 16+5reb+5ast, A.Hadzibegovic 15+8reb+2ast, P.Zolnierewicz 13+2reb+6ast, A.Zecevic 12+6reb+3ast, J.Wojcik 11+7reb+1ast
Spojnia: B.Benson 21+9reb, A.Penava 18+10reb+1ast, C.Fortson 13+8reb+10ast, J.Mathews 10+2reb, P.Kikowski 8+1ast, A.Brenk 5

Start - Czarni 80-91

Not a big story in a game in Lublin where 13th ranked Start (8-19) was defeated by eighth ranked Czarni (15-12) 91-80 on Saturday. Czarni looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward David DiLeo (201-1997, college: CMU) who scored 21 points and 4 assists (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!). The former international point guard Jakub Schenk (184-1994) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 assists. Four Czarni players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Scoochie Smith (188-1994, college: Dayton) who recorded a double-double by scoring 27 points and 11 assists and the other American import forward Cleveland Melvin (203-1991, college: DePaul) added 11 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists respectively. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Czarni maintains eighth place with 15-12 record, which they share with Anwil. Start lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the thirteenth position with 19 games lost. They share it with Astoria and GTK. Czarni will meet at home Enea Astoria (#14) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Start will play against Twarde Pierniki in Torun and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Czarni: D.DiLeo 21+4reb+4ast, M.Witlinski 18+4reb, M.Chylinski 11+3reb+1ast, J.Musial 10+2reb+1ast, J.Schenk 10+3reb+10ast, S.Coleman 6+3reb+2ast
Start: S.Smith 27+2reb+11ast, B.Pelczar 12+4ast, C.Melvin 11+5reb+6ast, K.Cavars 9+6reb, B.Griciunas 9+9reb, K.Mlynarski 5+3reb

Stal - Sokol 87-75

Everything went according to plan in Ostrow Wlkp. where third ranked Stal (18-9) beat 12th ranked Sokol (9-18) 87-75 on Saturday. Stal made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international power forward Damian Kulig (205-1987) who scored 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Swingman Mateusz Zebski (190-1992) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Adam Kemp (208-1990, college: Marist) who recorded a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds and the other American import forward Corey Sanders (188-1997, college: Rutgers) added 15 points and 7 assists respectively. Four Sokol players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Stal maintains third place with 18-9 record having just two points less than leader Slask, which they share with Legia. Newly promoted Sokol keeps the twelfth position with 18 games lost. Stal will meet at home league's leader WKS Slask in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Sokol will play against Enea Zastal (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Stal: D.Kulig 17+5reb+4ast, M.Zebski 12+12reb+2ast, A.Thomas 11+1reb+1ast, J.Garbacz 10+5reb+3ast, N.Djurisic 9+4reb+3ast, M.Loncar 9+3reb+1ast
Sokol: J.Eads III 20+2reb+1ast, C.Sanders 15+1reb+7ast, M.Kolodziej 12+4reb+1ast, A.Kemp 10+12reb+1ast, M.Brek 6, P.Wrona 4+1reb

Anwil - GTK 88-63

There was no surprise in Wloclawek where 14th ranked GTK (8-19) was outplayed by ninth ranked Anwil (15-12) 88-63 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was the former international Michal Nowakowski (202-1988) who scored 13 points and 6 rebounds. American Victor Sanders (196-1995, college: Idaho) chipped in 18 points. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Kamari Murphy (206-1993, college: Miami, FL) who recorded 6 points and 11 rebounds and the other American import Terrance Ferguson (198-1997) added 14 points respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Anwil. They moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Czarni. GTK lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the thirteenth position with 19 games lost. They share it with Astoria and Start. Anwil will meet higher ranked Trefl (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. GTK will play against the league's second-placed Wilki Morskie (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Anwil: V.Sanders 18+1reb+2ast, L.Petrasek 15+3reb, M.Nowakowski 13+6reb+2ast, M.Woroniecki 6+3reb+1ast, M.Bojanowski 6+3reb+1ast, M.Williams 6+7reb
GTK: T.Ferguson 14+3reb, F.Put 10+2reb+1ast, J.Skific 8+2reb+1ast, K.Murphy 6+11reb+3ast, M.Richardson 5+5reb+2ast, S.Ryzek 5+2reb

Trefl - Legia 70-80

Very significant was Legia's (#4) 80-70 road victory against 5th ranked Trefl. Legia dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Trefl's 32. Legia had a 28-17 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for American swingman Travis Leslie (193-1990, college: Georgia) who led the winners and scored 17 points and 8 rebounds. His fellow American import power forward Aric Holman (208-1997, college: MSU) accounted for 18 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side. Croatian power forward Ivica Radic (208-1990) came up with 13 points and 8 rebounds and American forward Darious Moten (202-1992, college: Mercer) added 19 points respectively for Trefl in the defeat. Legia (18-9) have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Stal. Trefl at the other side keeps the fifth position with ten games lost. Legia will play against Suzuki Arka (#10) in Gdynia in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Trefl will play at home against Anwil (#9) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Legia: K.Vinales 21+4ast, A.Holman 18+7reb+3ast, T.Leslie 17+8reb+3ast, G.Kaminski 8+2reb+1ast, L.Koszarek 7+4reb+3ast, G.Kulka 6+3reb
Trefl: D.Moten 19+2reb+1ast, A.Pluta 13+1reb+8ast, I.Radic 13+8reb+1ast, S.Jovanovic 8+5reb+4ast, R.Freimanis 6, J.Zyskowski 6+2reb+1ast

Arka - Stal 92-80

Very important is a road loss of third ranked Stal (18-9) against tenth ranked Suzuki Arka (11-16) on Monday night. Visiting Stal was defeated by Suzuki Arka in Gdynia 92-80. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Stal. Suzuki Arka made 23-of-28 free shots (82.1 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American point guard James Florence (185-1988, college: Mercer) who scored 25 points. His fellow American import forward Trey Wade (198-1998, college: Arkansas) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Latvian guard Aigars Skele (193-1992) who recorded 18 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and swingman Mateusz Zebski (190-1992) added 15 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Five Suzuki Arka and four Stal players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the third consecutive win for Suzuki Arka. They maintain tenth place with 11-16 record. Loser Stal keeps the third position with nine games lost. They share it with Legia. Suzuki Arka will meet higher ranked Legia (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Stal will play against the league's leader WKS Slask where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Arka: J.Florence 25+2reb+2ast, D.Fenner 15+4reb, D.Wilczek 14+2reb+4ast, T.Wade 11+11reb+2ast, N.Music 11+2reb+3ast, A.Bogucki 6+3reb+1ast
Stal: A.Skele 18+6reb+7ast, M.Zebski 15+6reb+1ast, M.Michalak 13+3reb+2ast, D.Kulig 10+6reb+1ast, A.Thomas 9+4reb+1ast, O.Silins 5+1reb

Slask - MKS DG 80-88

There was a surprise result in Wroclaw where eleventh ranked MKS DG (10-17) won against leader WKS Slask (20-7) 88-80 on Monday. The best player for the winners was American Gerry Blakes (193-1993, college: Arizona St., agency: BIG) who scored 27 points and 5 assists. His fellow American import guard Trevon Bluiett (198-1994, college: Xavier) chipped in 15 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was international point guard Lukasz Kolenda (195-1999) who recorded 18 points and 5 assists and the former international power forward Aleksander Dziewa (205-1997) added 16 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) respectively. Five MKS DG and four WKS Slask players scored in double figures. WKS Slask's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. MKS DG maintains eleventh place with 10-17 record. Defending champion WKS Slask still keeps top position with seven games lost. They share it with King. MKS DG will meet higher ranked Spojnia (#7) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. WKS Slask will play against Stal (#3) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
MKS DG: G.Blakes 27+3reb+5ast, J.Chealey 16+3reb+6ast, M.Kucharek 16+3reb, T.Bluiett 15+8reb+3ast, M.Piechowicz 11+2reb+1ast, W.Rajewicz 3+1reb+1ast
Slask: L.Kolenda 18+1reb+5ast, A.Dziewa 16+5reb+2ast, A.Parakhouski 15+5reb+1ast, J.Niziol 14+7reb+2ast, D.Golebiowski 8+3reb+3ast, I.Ramljak 6+8reb+2ast

King - Astoria 88-80

Very expected game in Szczecin where 13th ranked Enea Astoria (8-19) was defeated by second ranked Wilki Morskie (20-7) 88-80 on Sunday. Wilki Morskie outrebounded Enea Astoria 37-24 including 25 on the defensive glass. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was forward Tony Meier (204-1990, college: Milwaukee) who scored 30 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Zac Cuthbertson (201-1996, college: Coastal) chipped in 14 points and 9 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Mike Smith (180-1997, college: Michigan) who recorded 20 points and 4 assists and forward Myke Henry (198-1992, college: DePaul) added 14 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals respectively. Five Enea Astoria players scored in double figures. Enea Astoria's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the third consecutive win for Wilki Morskie. They used an opportunity after Slask lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Enea Astoria lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the thirteenth place with 19 games lost. They share the position with GTK and Start. Wilki Morskie will meet GTK (#15) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Enea Astoria will play against Czarni in Slupsk and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
King: T.Meier 30+6reb+1ast, Z.Cuthbertson 14+9reb+1ast, A.Mazurczak 13+1reb+4ast, K.Borowski 10+3reb, B.Brown 8+2reb+1ast, P.Fayne II 8+10reb+2ast
Astoria: M.Smith 20+4reb+4ast, P.Petrilevicius 15+4reb+1ast, B.Simons 14+2reb, M.Henry 14+8reb+4ast, D.Szymkiewicz 13+3reb+2ast, N.Cayo 4+1reb

Meier number one in Poland EBL for round 27 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American Forward Tony Meier (204-F-1990) put on an amazing game in the last round for second-ranked King, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 27.
The 32-year old player was the main contributor (30 points, six rebounds) to his team's victory, helping them to beat Astoria (#14, 8-19) 88-80. King maintains the 2nd position in Polish EBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. King will need more victories to improve their 20-7 record. In the team's last game Meier had a remarkable six three-pointers out of 9 attempts. He turned to be King's top player in his first season with the team. Tony Meier averages this season 12.3ppg.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Scoochie Smith (188-G-1994) of Start. Smith had a very good evening with a double-double of 27 points and 11 assists. Bad luck as Start lost that game 80-91 to the higher-ranked Czarni (#8, 15-12). Start is still in a red zone at 13th spot in the standings. 19 lost games are too many comparing to just eight victories Start managed to get this year. Smith is a newcomer at Start, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was Latvian guard Aigars Skele (193-G-1992) of Stal (#3). Skele showcased his all-around game by recording 18 points, six rebounds and seven assists in the last round. Despite Skele's great performance Stal lost 80-92 to the lower-ranked Arka (#10, 11-16). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing Stal needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 18 victories and 9 lost games. Skele has a great season in Poland. After 25 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 6.4apg (6th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Tayler Persons (191-G-1995) of Twarde Pierniki - 20 points, 7 rebounds and 11 assists
5. Bryce Alford (190-SG-1994) of Zastal - 28 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Gerry Blakes (193-SG-1993) of MKS DG - 27 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists
7. Barret Benson (208-C-1997) of Spojnia - 21 points and 9 rebounds
8. David DiLeo (201-F-1997) of Czarni - 21 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Joe Chealey (193-G-1995) of MKS DG - 16 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists
10. Stefan Kenic (204-F-1997) of Twarde Pierniki - 19 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists

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

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Stats Leaders - UZO Liga

Stats Leaders

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Liga Betclic Round 8 (Second Stage): FC Porto beat Sporting in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News

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

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Lisbon. First ranked FC Porto faced 3rd ranked Sporting. Guests from Porto (25-5) defeated host Sporting (23-7) 110-106. FC Porto made 34-of-45 free shots (75.6 percent) during the game. 34 personal fouls committed by Sporting helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American forward Michael Finke (208-1996, college: GCU, agency: Players Group) who had a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds. The former international point guard Miguel Cardoso (188-1993) chipped in 14 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. American guard Marcus LoVett Jr (183-1996, college: St.John's) produced 28 points for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. FC Porto have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 25-5 record. Sporting at the other side keeps the third place with seven games lost. FC Porto are looking forward to face Lusitania (#6) in Angra in the next round where they are favorite. Sporting will play on the road against Oliveirense in Oliveira and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Lisbon. Second ranked Benfica faced 4th ranked Oliveirense. Host Benfica (24-6) defeated guests from Oliveira (17-13) 98-81. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Oliveirense. American point guard Toney Douglas (189-1986, college: FSU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points and 6 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Makram Ben Romdhane contributed with 14 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. point guard Andre Bessa (179-1989) replied with 16 points and 5 assists for Oliveirense. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending champion maintains second position with 24-6 record behind leader Vitoria SC. Oliveirense at the other side keeps the fourth place with 13 games lost. Benfica will play against Ovarense (#5) on the road in the next round. Oliveirense will play against Sporting and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Povoa was also quite interesting. 6th ranked Esgueira (13-17) played at the court of seventh ranked Povoa (14-16). Povoa defeated Esgueira 75-60 on Sunday. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Esgueira. Worth to mention a great performance of Sherwood Brown who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 26 points and 13 rebounds. Alexander Kappos responded with 17 points and 7 rebounds. Povoa moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Ovarense and Vitoria SC. Newly promoted Esgueira dropped to the eighth position with 17 games lost. Povoa will meet CAB Madeira (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. Esgueira will play against Imortal and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Rest of the games of round 8 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Vitoria SC defeated Imortal in Guimaraes 91-84. Ovarense beat Lusitania at home 72-67. Sangalhos was destroyed by CAB Madeira on the opponent's court 99-60.

Sporting - FC Porto 106-110

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Lisbon. First ranked FC Porto faced 3rd ranked Sporting. Guests from Porto (25-5) defeated host Sporting (23-7) 110-106. FC Porto made 34-of-45 free shots (75.6 percent) during the game. 34 personal fouls committed by Sporting helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American forward Michael Finke (208-1996, college: GCU, agency: Players Group) who had a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds. The former international point guard Miguel Cardoso (188-1993) chipped in 14 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. Finke is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. American guard Marcus LoVett Jr (183-1996, college: St.John's) produced 28 points and his fellow American import forward Isaiah Armwood (206-1990, college: GWU) added 21 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Four FC Porto and five Sporting players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. FC Porto have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 25-5 record. Sporting at the other side keeps the third place with seven games lost. FC Porto are looking forward to face Lusitania (#6) in Angra in the next round where they are favorite. Sporting will play on the road against Oliveirense in Oliveira and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
FC Porto: M.Finke 33+11reb, T.Myers 16+2reb+1ast, M.Cardoso 14+5reb+8ast, B.Conklin 13+3reb+3ast, V.Voytso 11+5reb, M.Landis 9+5reb+1ast
Sporting: M.LoVett Jr. 28+2reb+3ast, E.Polanco 23+4reb+5ast, I.Armwood 21+8reb+3ast, D.Ventura 15+9reb+6ast, J.Patton 10+5reb+1ast, A.Monteiro 4+4reb

Imortal - Vitoria SC 84-91

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 9th ranked Imortal's (12-17) home loss to eighth ranked Vitoria SC (14-16) 84-91 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Anthony Roberts (193, college: Stony Brook, agency: Players Group) who helped to win the game recording 27 points and 7 assists and the other American import forward Zachary Simmons (208-1999, college: N.Texas) who added 19 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Five Vitoria SC players scored in double figures. American-Nigerian guard Tobi Ewuosho (196-1997, college: Alabama St., agency: Helping Ballers) responded with 23 points and American guard Marquise Moore (188-1994, college: GMU) scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Vitoria SC have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Ovarense and Povoa. Loser Imortal keeps the ninth position with 17 games lost. Vitoria SC will meet Sangalhos (#11) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Imortal will play against CAB Madeira in Funchal and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Vitoria SC: A.Roberts 27+4reb+7ast, Z.Simmons 19+6reb+5ast, C.Cardoso 14+1reb+1ast, P.Fleming Jr. 14+3reb+4ast, J.Van Tubbergen 12+8reb+3ast, P.Bastos 3+1reb
Imortal: T.Ewuosho 23+2reb+1ast, M.Moore 18+5reb+1ast, T.Nolan Jr. 12+2reb+5ast, E.Watson 8+11reb, J.Ferguson 8+6reb+3ast, S.Jonathan 7+3reb+1ast

Ovarense - Lusitania 72-67

The game between closely ranked teams ended with fifth ranked Ovarense's (14-16) home victory over 6th ranked Lusitania (11-19) 72-67 on Saturday. The game was dominated by American players. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Antonio Woods (185-1995, college: Pennsylvania) who helped to win the game recording 14 points and 7 assists and point guard Isaiah Johnson (183-1993, college: Young Harris) who added 13 points and 5 assists during the contest. Four Ovarense players scored in double figures. Center Trey Moses (208-1997, college: Ball St., agency: One Motive Sports) responded with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists and point guard Derek Jackson (187-1991, college: Kent St.) scored 18 points and 5 assists. Ovarense maintains fifth position with 14-16 record, which they share with Povoa and Vitoria SC. Lusitania lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 19 games lost. Ovarense will meet at home league's second-placed Benfica in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Lusitania will play against the league's leader FC Porto (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ovarense: A.Woods 14+3reb+7ast, I.Johnson 13+3reb+5ast, R.Soeiro 10+3reb+1ast, C.Sa 10+5reb+1ast, F.Amiel 6+3reb+3ast, C.Cordeiro 6+6reb
Lusitania: T.Moses 25+8reb+8ast, D.Jackson 18+3reb+5ast, D.Geu 15+6reb+3ast, D.Relvao 6+5reb, F.Ferreira 3+2reb, L.Banora 0

CAB Madeira - Sangalhos 99-60

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 11th ranked Sangalhos' (2-28) road loss to tenth ranked CAB Madeira (10-19) 60-99 on Saturday. CAB Madeira forced 19 Sangalhos turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Sangalhos' players. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Nuno Sa (200-1997) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 6 rebounds and American AJ Cheeseman (202-1998, college: UMES) who added 19 points during the contest. Angolan Jeronimo Luis (197-1999) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds and Angolan point guard Cleuzio Castro (180-1997) scored 10 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. CAB Madeira maintains tenth position with 10-19 record. Sangalhos lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keep the eleventh place with 28 games lost. CAB Madeira will meet at home higher ranked Povoa (#7) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Sangalhos will play against Vitoria SC (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
CAB Madeira: N.Sa 23+6reb+3ast, A.Cheeseman 19+3reb+3ast, J.Speelman 18+6reb, F.Bernardo 9+2reb+3ast, M.Almonacy 8+3reb+2ast, M.Johnson 8+3reb+2ast
Sangalhos: L.Jeronimo 19+10reb, C.Cleuzio 10+4reb, L.Paulo 8+4reb, J.Maconda 7+1reb+3ast, A.Tiago 7+4reb, J.Martinho 5+3reb+4ast

Benfica - Oliveirense 98-81

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Lisbon. Second ranked Benfica faced 4th ranked Oliveirense. Host Benfica (24-6) defeated guests from Oliveira (17-13) 98-81. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Oliveirense. Benfica dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Oliveirense's 36. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. American point guard Toney Douglas (189-1986, college: FSU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points and 6 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Tunisian Makram Ben Romdhane (205-1989) contributed with 14 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Four Benfica players scored in double figures. Point guard Andre Bessa (179-1989) replied with 16 points and 5 assists and American Darius Carter (201-1992, college: Wichita St.) added 13 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Oliveirense. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending champion maintains second position with 24-6 record behind leader Vitoria SC. Oliveirense at the other side keeps the fourth place with 13 games lost. Benfica will play against Ovarense (#5) on the road in the next round. Oliveirense will play against Sporting and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Benfica: T.Douglas 22+1reb+6ast, M.Ben Romdhane 14+5reb+1ast, A.Broussard 12+2reb+5ast, J.Ellisor 12+4reb+2ast, J.Silva 7+1reb, T.Barroso 6+1reb+1ast
Oliveirense: A.Bessa 16+2reb+5ast, D.Carter 13+5reb+3ast, M.Richardson 11+1reb+4ast, H.Barros 9+1reb, T.Simons 8+4reb+1ast, J.Ducree 6

Povoa - Esgueira 75-60

The game in Povoa was also quite interesting. 6th ranked Esgueira (13-17) played at the court of seventh ranked Povoa (14-16). Povoa defeated Esgueira 75-60 on Sunday. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Esgueira. Povoa looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Sherwood Brown (193-1991, college: FGCU) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 26 points and 13 rebounds and American-Nigerian swingman Cameron Oluyitan (201-1997, college: SUU) who added 21 points during the contest. American-Canadian Alexander Kappos (208-1997, college: Dalhousie) responded with 17 points and 7 rebounds and American forward Ryan Ogden (193-1996, college: Southwestern) scored 13 points and 6 rebounds. Povoa moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Ovarense and Vitoria SC. Newly promoted Esgueira dropped to the eighth position with 17 games lost. Povoa will meet CAB Madeira (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. Esgueira will play against Imortal and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
CD Povoa ESC Online: S.Brown 26+13reb+2ast, C.Oluyitan 21+1reb+2ast, F.Ucles 8+8reb+2ast, C.Tawiah 8+6reb, N.Oliveira 6+4reb+4ast, E.Joao 4+10reb
Esgueira Aveiro OLI: A.Kappos 17+7reb+1ast, R.Ogden 13+6reb, T.Evans 13+5ast, B.Ghebrekidan 6+5reb+3ast, P.Catarino 4+6reb+1ast, L.Antonio 4+1reb+3ast

Michael Finke gets MVP of the Week award for Portuguese Liga Betclic (Second Stage) - by Eurobasket News

American Michael Finke (208-F-1996, agency: Players Group) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for league's leader FC Porto and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 8 (Second Stage).
The 26-year old forward had a double-double of 33 points and eleven rebounds, while his team edged out Sporting (#3, 23-7) 110-106. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed FC Porto to consolidate first place in the Portuguese Liga Betclic. FC Porto have a solid 25-5 record. In the team's last game Finke had a remarkable 55.6% from 2-point range and got six three-pointers out of 9 attempts. He turned to be FC Porto's top player in his first season with the team. Michael Finke averages this season 13.0ppg. Worth to mention Finke played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped him get the job in pro basketball.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American center Trey Moses (208-C-1997, agency: One Motive Sports) of Lusitania. Moses impressed basketball fans with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists. Bad luck as Lusitania lost that game 67-72 to slightly higher-ranked Ovarense (#5, 14-16). Lusitania 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 11-19 record. Moses is a newcomer at Lusitania and despite he is not a team leader yet, every game he becomes more reliable player. Hopefully performances like the last one will happen more often.

The third best performed player last round was American Anthony Roberts (193-G, agency: Players Group) of Places 6-10 top-ranked Vitoria SC. Roberts scored 27 points and passed seven assists. He was a key player of Vitoria SC, leading his team to a 91-84 win against the lower-ranked Imortal (#9, 12-17). The chances of Vitoria SC ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 16 games, recording just fourteen victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Roberts could help Vitoria SC to bring them higher in the standings. Roberts has a great season in Portugal. After 26 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 22.8ppg (best scorer).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Eddy Polanco (193-PG-1994) of Sporting - 23 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Nuno Sa (200-F-1997) of CAB Madeira - 23 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Marcus LoVett Jr. (183-G-1996) of Sporting - 28 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Toney Douglas (189-PG-1986) of Benfica - 22 points and 6 assists
8. Sherwood Brown (193-G-1991) of Povoa - 26 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Zachary Simmons (208-F-1999) of Vitoria SC - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists
10. Antonio Woods (185-G-1995) of Ovarense - 14 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists

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

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Stats Leaders - BSN

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Brandon KNIGHT

Quebradillas
(190-G-1991)
Avg: 23.0

23.0

22.9

22.3

20.9

19.5

BSN Round 13: Indios are defeated by Cangrejeros - by Eurobasket News

Host teams show no mercy winning all games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game between third ranked Indios (6-6) and fourth ranked Cangrejeros (5-5) was the most important one in the last round on Sunday night. Indios were crushed by Cangrejeros in Santurce 104-78. Cangrejeros had a 36-25 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American power forward Dewan Hernandez (211-1997, college: Miami, FL) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import point guard David Stockton (180-1991, college: Gonzaga) chipped in 18 points and 6 assists. At the losing side American power forward Kaleb Wesson (208-1999, college: Ohio St.) responded with 9 points and 11 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. Cangrejeros maintains fourth place with 5-5 record. Indios at the other side keep the third position with six games lost. They share it with Fajardo. Cangrejeros are looking forward to face league's leader Vaqueros in Bayamon in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Indios will play at home against Mets and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
BSN top team - Piratas (9-3) had no problems winning another game. This time they beat sixth ranked Osos (3-9) in Quebradillas 94-76. Americans were the main players on the court. Guard Brandon Knight (190-1991, college: Kentucky) nailed 20 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side and Hassan Whiteside accounted for 19 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Alex Morales (198-1997, college: Wagner) came up with 23 points and 8 rebounds for Osos in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Piratas maintains first place with 9-3 record. Osos at the other side keep the sixth position with nine games lost. They share it with Humacao. Piratas will play against league's second-placed Gigantes in Carolina in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Osos will have a break next round.

In the last two games of round 13 Humacao lost to Fajardo on the opponent's court 78-94. Arecibo outscored Ponce in a home game 99-80.

Santurce - Mayaguez 104-78

The game between third ranked Indios (6-6) and fourth ranked Cangrejeros (5-5) was the most important one in the last round on Sunday night. Indios were crushed by Cangrejeros in Santurce 104-78. Cangrejeros had a 36-25 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American power forward Dewan Hernandez (211-1997, college: Miami, FL) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import point guard David Stockton (180-1991, college: Gonzaga) chipped in 18 points and 6 assists. Five Cangrejeros players scored in double figures. At the losing side American power forward Kaleb Wesson (208-1999, college: Ohio St.) responded with 9 points and 11 rebounds and the former international guard Jorge Pacheco-Ortiz (186-1998, college: Liberty) scored 15 points and 4 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Cangrejeros maintains fourth place with 5-5 record. Indios at the other side keep the third position with six games lost. They share it with Fajardo. Cangrejeros are looking forward to face league's leader Vaqueros in Bayamon in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Indios will play at home against Mets and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Santurce: D.Hernandez 20+12reb+1ast, D.Stockton 18+3reb+6ast, R.Clemente 12+7reb+3ast, A.Plummer 12+4reb+1ast, A.Matias 11+2reb+3ast, I.Palermo 11+5reb+3ast
Mayaguez: J.Pacheco-Ortiz 15+2reb+4ast, A.Ortiz-Traylor 10+4reb, J.Matos 9+3ast, K.Wesson 9+11reb+1ast, W.Johned 7+3reb+5ast, J.Early Jr. 7+4reb

Fajardo - Humacao 94-78

Rather expected game in Fajardo where 6th ranked Grises (3-9) were defeated by fourth ranked Cariduros (6-6) 94-78. The former international point guard Alexander Abreu (179-1991, college: UWG) nailed 23 points and 6 assists (made all of his seven free throws) for the winning side and the former international forward Emmanuel Andujar (197-1993, college: Manhattan) accounted for 16 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. Four Cariduros players scored in double figures. Dominican forward LJ Figueroa (198-1998, college: Oregon) came up with 15 points and 4 assists and international center Timajh Parker-Rivera (202-1994, college: Towson) added 10 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Grises in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Cariduros moved-up to third place, which they share with Mayaguez. Grises at the other side keep the sixth position with nine games lost. They share it with Manati. Cariduros will play against Leones (#5) in Juana Diaz in the next round. Grises will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Fajardo: A.Abreu 23+2reb+6ast, E.Andujar 16+6reb+6ast, J.Febres 16+3reb, A.Garcia 14+4reb, C.Brady 10+2reb, M.Camper 5+6reb+3ast
Humacao: G.Belardo 20, L.Figueroa 15+4reb+4ast, T.Parker-Rivera 10+9reb+1ast, J.Ruiz 9+4reb+3ast, Z.Simpson 6+5reb+3ast, T.Robinson 6+6reb

Arecibo - Ponce 99-80

The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Capitanes' (6-4) home victory over 5th ranked Leones (5-6) 99-80. They outrebounded Leones 53-32 including a 21-9 advantage in offensive rebounds. Capitanes players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. Leones were plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. American power forward Paris Bass (207-1995, college: Detroit) nailed a double-double by scoring 20 points and 15 rebounds for the winning side and international swingman Jonathan Rodriguez (196-1987, college: Campbell) accounted for 19 points and 12 rebounds. Five Capitanes players scored in double figures. The former international guard Jezreel De Jesus (185-1991, agency: Interperformances) came up with 18 points and forward Christian Negron (201-1998, college: GVSU) added 14 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Leones in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Capitanes moved-up to third place. Leones at the other side keep the fifth position with six games lost. Capitanes will play against league's second-placed Atleticos in San German in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Leones will play at home against Cariduros and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Arecibo: P.Bass 20+15reb+2ast, J.Rodriguez 19+12reb+1ast, W.Hodge 16+1reb+8ast, V.Liz 16+5reb+6ast, A.Harrison 11+4reb+2ast, W.Rodriguez 8+4reb
Ponce: J.De Jesus 18+3reb+3ast, C.Negron 14+7reb+1ast, J.Josiah 11+6reb+1ast, L.Lopez 10+2ast, A.Ford 8+3reb+4ast, C.Oliver 7+3reb

Quebradillas - Manati 94-76

BSN top team - Piratas (9-3) had no problems winning another game. This time they beat sixth ranked Osos (3-9) in Quebradillas 94-76. Piratas players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Americans were the main players on the court. Guard Brandon Knight (190-1991, college: Kentucky) nailed 20 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side and center Hassan Whiteside (213-1989, college: Marshall) accounted for 19 points and 9 rebounds. Four Piratas players scored in double figures. Guard Alex Morales (198-1997, college: Wagner) came up with 23 points and 8 rebounds and forward Davon Jefferson (203-1986, college: USC) added 18 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for Osos in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Piratas maintains first place with 9-3 record. Osos at the other side keep the sixth position with nine games lost. They share it with Humacao. Piratas will play against league's second-placed Gigantes in Carolina in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Osos will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Quebradillas: B.Knight 20+5reb+6ast, H.Whiteside 19+9reb+2ast, C.Emory 12+7reb+2ast, T.Rolon 10+2reb+2ast, W.Cruz 8+2reb+3ast, R.Harris 8+1reb+2ast
Manati: A.Morales 23+8reb+3ast, D.Jefferson 18+7reb+5ast, C.Ortiz 8+5reb+2ast, E.Gonzalez 7+6reb+3ast, G.Jose 7+1ast, K.Young 5+1reb

Palermo number one in Puerto Rico BSN for week 12 - by Eurobasket News

Guard Isaiah Palermo (196-G-2000) put on an amazing game in the last week for Santurce, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for week 12.
The 22-year old player was the main contributor (19 points, six rebounds and four assists) to his team's victory, helping them to edge out Fajardo (#3, 6-6) 97-93. Santurce maintains the 4th position in their group in Puerto Rican BSN. Santurce is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 5-5 record. Palermo just recently signed at Santurce, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Isaiah Palermo averages this season 9.6ppg.

The second best player in last week's games was young Brazilian Tim Soares (211-C-1997) of Guaynabo. Soares had a very good evening with a double-double of 19 points and 11 rebounds. Of course he led Guaynabo to another comfortable win 73-54 over the higher-ranked Bayamon (#1, 8-3) being unquestionably team leader. This victory allowed Guaynabo to move up to 5th position in Group B. 8 lost games are too many comparing to just three victories Guaynabo managed to get this year. Soares is one of the most experienced players at Guaynabo and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third on the list of top players last week was Nicaraguan swingman Jared Ruiz (188-G/F-1992) of Humacao (#6). Ruiz showcased his all-around game by recording 21 points, seven rebounds and nine assists in the last week. He was a key player of Humacao, leading his team to a 118-91 easy win against slightly higher-ranked Ponce (#5, 5-6). Humacao can only dream about fighting for top spots in Group B. They have rather bad season and 3-9 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Ruiz has a very solid season. In 9 games in Puerto Rico he scored 13.6ppg. Jared Ruiz has also Puerto Rican passport and can play in the league with a status of domestic player.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Tony Bishop (202-F-1989) of San German - 21 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Josue Erazo (204-C/F-1995) of San German - 16 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Dewan Hernandez (211-C/F-1997) of Santurce - 14 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Mitch Creek (196-F/G-1992) of Guaynabo - 17 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists
8. Gabriel Belardo (188-G-1989) of Humacao - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Emmanuel Andujar (197-F-1993) of Fajardo - 15 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists
10. Aleem Ford (203-F-1996) of Ponce - 24 points and 4 rebounds

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

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ROMANIA

Lamar Hamrick gets MVP of the Week award for Romanian Liga I (Second Stage) - by Hoops Agents - by Eurobasket News

American Lamar Hamrick (193-G-1998, agency: Haylett Sports) had a very impressive game in the last round for league's second-best Rm Valcea II and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Liga I Player of the Week award for round 10 (Second Stage).
The 24-year old guard got a double-double of 28 points and ten assists, while his team outclassed Politehnica Iasi (#4, 4-6) with 58-point margin 117-59. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Rm Valcea II maintains the 2nd position in Romanian Liga I. They are still close to the very top. Rm Valcea II would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 8-2 record. In the team's last game Hamrick had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be Rm Valcea II's top player in his first season with the team. Portland State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Hamrick is league's best scorer averaging so far 24.1ppg. Hamrick is in league's top in assists (3rd best: 5.3apg) and averages solid 2.4spg and 65.7% FGP. Worth to mention Hamrick played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped him get the job in pro basketball.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young center Karol Schmidt (205-C-2004) of Oradea 2. Schmidt impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 30 points and 11 rebounds. Of course he led Oradea 2 to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Bucuresti E. (#14, 1-9) 104-70. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Oradea 2 keeps 10th position. His team lost just one game this Second Stage, while they won 7 matches. Schmidt is a newcomer at Oradea 2 and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders.

The third best performed player last round was Matyas Lokody (190-G-1987) of Gheorgheni (#12). Lokody showcased his all-around game by recording 23 points, eight rebounds and eight assists in the last round. He was a key player of Gheorgheni, leading his team to a 92-69 easy win against slightly higher-ranked Ploiesti CSU (#11, 6-3). Lokody has a very solid season. In 18 games in Romania he scored 14.5ppg. He also has 6.6rpg, 2.4spg and FGP: 52.2%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Sergiu Souca (200-F-1986) of Brasov - 28 points and 13 rebounds
5. Tamas Bodo) of Gheorgheni - 27 points and 15 rebounds
6. Mihai Banciu (206-C-1998) of Sibiu 2 - 18 points, 14 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Enzo Vescan (194-SG-2002) of Oradea 2 - 34 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists
8. Teodor Boghean) of Politehnica Iasi - 29 points and 12 rebounds
9. Mihnea-Tudor Brie (196-C-2001) of Cluj CSU - 15 points, 14 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Armin Cane (188-PG-1993) of Phoenix Corona - 16 points, 5 rebounds and 11 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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SAUDI ARABIA

Manama off to strong start - by Eurobasket News

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SERBIA

Stats Leaders - 1A

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Stefan SMITH

Kolubara
(188-G-1999)
Avg: 22.8

22.8

22.1

19.4

18.2

17.6

Beslac's 35-point game gives him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

24-year old power forward Dusan Beslac (205-PF-1998) had a great game in the last round for league's best team Vojvodina NS and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 29.
He had the game-high 35 points adding eight rebounds and two assists for Vojvodina NS in his team's victory, helping them to beat Mladost ZE (#10, 13-17) 106-98. It allowed Vojvodina NS to take over top position in the Serbian league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Vojvodina NS has a very solid 22-8 record, but they cannot be too comfortable about keeping top position. In the team's last game Beslac had a remarkable 70.0% from 2-point range and got six three-pointers out of 9 attempts. He has many years of experience at Vojvodina NS, through which he has constantly improved. Beslac has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (2nd best: 22.1ppg), rebounds (9th best: 7.0rpg) and averages solid 59.2% FGP and 43.0% from behind 3-point line.

Second best performed player last round was Marko Grkovic (200-F-1997) of Dunav SB. He is Montenegrin forward in his first season at Dunav SB. In the last game Grkovic recorded impressive 35 points and 8 rebounds. It was enough for Dunav SB to edge the higher-ranked Dynamic VP (#6, 18-12) by 3 points 92-89. Dunav SB's 16th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 9-21 record. Grkovic is a newcomer at Dunav SB and quickly became one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to center Uros Lukovic (213-C-1989) of Metalac VL (#4). Lukovic scored 20 points and grabbed fifteen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Metalac VL, leading his team to a 84-73 win against the lower-ranked Sloga KR (#9, 13-17). Metalac VL needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 20 victories and 9 lost games. Lukovic has a great season in Serbia. After 23 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 10.2rpg (#1 in league). He also has 1.8bpg and FGP: 66.7%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Duane Morgan (198-PF-1993) of Zdravlje - 26 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Devon Daniels (196-G-1998) of Cacak 94 - 27 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Filip Barna (201-F/G-1999) of Spartak - 26 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Ibrahim Durmo (201-F/C-1997) of Metalac VL - 20 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists
8. Lazar Djokovic (207-F-2004) of Mladost ZE - 16 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists
9. Vojin Medarevic (208-C-2002) of Dynamic VP - 23 points and 9 rebounds
10. Aleksa Markovic (198-F-2001) of Mladost ZE - 15 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists

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

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SLOVAKIA

1 Liga Round 20: Iskra 2 lose to Nitra in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News

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

The game between Top Four teams took place in Svit. 4th ranked host Iskra 2 (11-8) was smashed by first ranked Nitra (17-3) 95-63. Nitra have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 17-3 record. Newly promoted Iskra 2 keeps the fourth place with eight games lost. Nitra are looking forward to face Slovakia PB (#3) in Povazska Bystrica in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Iskra 2 will play on the road against the league's second-placed Academic Zilina and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Zilina. Second ranked host Academic Zilina (13-5) defeated one of their biggest challengers Slovakia PB (11-6) 81-75. Academic Zilina maintains second position with 13-5 record having six points less than leader Nitra. Slovakia PB at the other side keeps the third place with six games lost. Academic Zilina will play against Iskra 2 (#4) in Svit in the next round. Slovakia PB will play at home against the league's leader Nitra and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Iskra 2 - Nitra 63-95

The game between Top Four teams took place in Svit. 4th ranked host Iskra 2 (11-8) was smashed by first ranked Nitra (17-3) 95-63. Nitra have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 17-3 record. Newly promoted Iskra 2 keeps the fourth place with eight games lost. Nitra are looking forward to face Slovakia PB (#3) in Povazska Bystrica in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Iskra 2 will play on the road against the league's second-placed Academic Zilina and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Academic Zilina - Slovakia PB 81-75

The game between Top Four teams took place in Zilina. Second ranked host Academic Zilina (13-5) defeated one of their biggest challengers Slovakia PB (11-6) 81-75. Academic Zilina maintains second position with 13-5 record having six points less than leader Nitra. Slovakia PB at the other side keeps the third place with six games lost. Academic Zilina will play against Iskra 2 (#4) in Svit in the next round. Slovakia PB will play at home against the league's leader Nitra and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

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SLOVENIA

Stats Leaders - 1A

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Tavian DUNN-MARTIN

Sentjur
(173-PG-1998)
Avg: 19.7

19.7

17.0

16.7

16.4

16.2

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SOUTH KOREA

KBL Round 2 of Semi-Finals. Wins for Goyang and SK Knights - by Eurobasket News

Anyang - Goyang 75-89

Goyang forced 19 Anyang turnovers. American power forward Dedric Lawson (206-1997, college: Kansas) had a double-double by scoring 24 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Jong-hyun Lee chipped in 32 points and 5 steals (was perfect 10-for-10 from the free throw line !!!) during the contest. American Omari Spellman (207-1997, college: Villanova) responded with 19 points and 6 rebounds and the former international guard Junhyeong Byeon (186-1996) scored 16 points and 5 assists. Four Anyang players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Anyang: O.Spellman 19+6reb+3ast, J.Byeon 16+4reb+5ast, S.Oh 14+3reb+2ast, B.Bae 13+5reb+4ast, P.Jihoon 4+5reb+2ast, S.Moon 3+6reb+2ast
Goyang: L.Jong-hyun 32+2reb+2ast, D.Lawson 24+15reb+5ast, H.Han 11, S.Jeon 8+2ast, K.Kim 6, J.Kim 2+6reb+2ast

LG Sakers - Seoul Knights 91-92

LG Sakers were plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. American center Jameel Warney (203-1994, college: Stony Brook) notched a double-double by scoring 40 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds to lead the effort and the former international forward Il-Young Heo (197-1985) supported him with 24 points and 6 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Even a double-double of 31 points and 13 rebounds by American forward Reggie Perry (208-2000, college: MSU) did not help to save the game for LG Sakers. The former international point guard Jae-Do Lee (180-1991) added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) for the hosts. LG Sakers' coach Sung-Won Cho rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
LG Sakers: R.Perry 31+13reb+2ast, L.Kwang-jin 19+4reb, J.Lee 13+5reb+5ast, J.Gutang 9+4reb+3ast, Y.Wong-Sang 8+5reb+2ast, D.Cunningham 6+2reb
Seoul Knights: J.Warney 40+11reb, I.Heo 24+6reb, S.Kim 10+1reb+6ast, C.Sung-Won 6+1reb, W.Choi 4+2reb+2ast, B.Bae 4+12reb+2ast

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SPAIN

Stats Leaders - LEB Gold

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Michael CARRERA

Lleida
(196-F-1993)
Avg: 20.3

20.3

19.6

16.9

16.4

15.7

Stats Leaders-LEB Silver

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Edwin JACKSON

Menorca
(190-SG-1989)
Avg: 19.1

19.1

18.0

17.6

16.5

16.3

Recap of LEB Silver Round 1 of 1/8 Finals - by Eurobasket News

Godella - Clavijo 60-67

Clavijo made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. Power forward Javier Nicolau (208-1997, college: UMC) stepped up and scored 24 points and 6 rebounds (made all of his eight free throws) for the winners and Nigerian-American guard Rob Ukawuba (191-1994, college: NJIT) chipped in 17 points and 5 rebounds. At the losing side forward Sergio de Larrea (197-2005) responded with 19 points and guard Millan Jimenez (196-2002) scored 11 points. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Godella: d.Larrea Sergio 19+2reb+2ast, J.Millan 11+4reb+1ast, J.Perez 9+2reb+4ast, G.Bressan 7+4reb+1ast, O.Godwin 6+5reb+1ast, H.Alejandro 4+4reb+1ast
Clavijo: J.Nicolau 24+6reb, R.Ukawuba 17+5reb, A.Norris 11+6reb+3ast, B.Garcia 5+2reb+1ast, A.Hugo 4+1ast, J.Coffi 4+7reb+4ast

Cartagena - Zornotza 65-63

American forward Isaiah Powell (198, college: Vermont) stepped up and scored 19 points and 8 rebounds for the winners and guard Victor Aguilar (185-1998) chipped in 11 points and 10 rebounds. At the losing side American-Cameroonian guard Charles Minlend Jr (193-1997, college: Louisville) responded with 15 points and 7 rebounds and forward Iker Salazar (202-1993, agency: Promo Sport ID) scored 7 points and 14 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game.
Top scorers:
Zornotza: C.Minlend Jr. 15+7reb+1ast, B.Mendia 13+3reb, C.Alberto 11+6reb, I.Salazar 7+14reb+2ast, N.Mohamed 7, K.Felizor 5+7reb
Cartagena: I.Powell 19+8reb, V.Aguilar 11+10reb, G.Sediq 8+2reb+1ast, E.Martinez 7, J.Pedro Jimenez 6+4reb+1ast, J.Reyes 4

Cornella - Navarra 71-72

Navarra forced 19 Cornella turnovers. Strangely Cornella outrebounded Navarra 53-29 including a 20-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Cornella was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Javier Balastegui (187-1997) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 4 assists. Guard Raul Lobaco (195-2000) contributed with 15 points for the winners. Center Eduard Arques (202-1994) answered with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds and guard Raimon Carrasco (188-1999) added 18 points in the effort for Cornella. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game.
Top scorers:
Cornella: R.Carrasco 18+4reb+3ast, E.Arques 15+11reb, D.Okeke 12+5reb+1ast, A.Llorca 9+9reb+2ast, O.Bieshaar 8+9reb, V.Guillem 5+3reb
Navarra: J.Balastegui 16+4reb+4ast, R.Lobaco 15+1reb+1ast, A.Urdiain 11+4reb, D.Kristensen 8+3reb+1ast, O.Inaki 8+5reb+3ast, A.Popovic 4+1reb+1ast

Algeciras - Palma 62-71

Palma had a 19-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. 24 personal fouls committed by Algeciras helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Serbian forward Viktor Kovacevic (203, college: West Liberty) fired a double-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Guard David Font (192-2000) chipped in 18 points. Arturo Seara produced 11 points and naturalized Gibraltar point guard Miguel Ortega (187-1991) added 10 points respectively for lost side. Algeciras' coach Javier Malla rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
Algeciras: S.Arturo 11+3reb+1ast, M.Ortega 10+3reb+1ast, J.Vucica 9+3reb+1ast, J.Aramburu 7+5reb+1ast, T.Chapero 6+6reb+1ast, J.Marin 6+3reb+2ast
Palma: D.Font 18+3reb+1ast, V.Kovacevic 17+12reb+4ast, F.Joan 10+8reb+4ast, M.Suskavcevic 9+8reb, A.Zengotitabengoa 7+5reb+1ast, I.Tamba 5+9reb+1ast

Ponferrada - Sant Antoni 82-80

Guard Jorge Martinez (185-1996) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and Senegalese forward Omar Lo (206-1997, college: CBU) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds. Four Ponferrada players scored in double figures. At the losing side Brazilian center Vinicius Da Silva (212-2001) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds and guard Jordi Grimau (196-1983) scored 17 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game.
Top scorers:
Sant Antoni: J.Grimau 17+5reb+2ast, D.Silva Vinicius 17+12reb+1ast, D.de la Rua 10+6reb+6ast, R.Casanova 9+3reb, M.Magnus 7+3reb, E.Jonats 7+5reb+2ast
Ponferrada: J.Martinez 15+10reb+5ast, O.Lo 14+6reb+2ast, L.Ryan 12+7reb, J.Hierrezuelo 10+4reb, B.Guillermo 9+7reb+2ast, F.Martin 8+1reb

Zamora - Benicarlo 66-66

Guard Jorge Martinez (185-1996) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and Senegalese forward Omar Lo (206-1997, college: CBU) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds. Four Ponferrada players scored in double figures. At the losing side Brazilian center Vinicius Da Silva (212-2001) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds and guard Jordi Grimau (196-1983) scored 17 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game.
Top scorers:
Sant Antoni: J.Grimau 17+5reb+2ast, D.Silva Vinicius 17+12reb+1ast, D.de la Rua 10+6reb+6ast, R.Casanova 9+3reb, M.Magnus 7+3reb, E.Jonats 7+5reb+2ast
Ponferrada: J.Martinez 15+10reb+5ast, O.Lo 14+6reb+2ast, L.Ryan 12+7reb, J.Hierrezuelo 10+4reb, B.Guillermo 9+7reb+2ast, F.Martin 8+1reb

La Roda - Menorca 63-82

Menorca forced 19 La Roda turnovers. Chilean guard Ignacio Arroyo-Varela (190-2000) stepped up and scored 21 points and 8 rebounds for the winners and French Edwin Jackson (190-1989) chipped in 26 points and 4 assists. At the losing side Dominican Jhery Matos (196-1996, college: Charlotte) responded with 23 points and DR Congolese center Gullit Mukendi (203-1996, agency: Promo Sport ID) scored 10 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
La Roda: J.Matos 23+4reb+3ast, G.Mukendi 10+7reb+1ast, M.Yigit 8, J.Powell 7+1reb+2ast, R.Thompkins 6+2reb, A.Moreno 4+1reb+1ast
Menorca: E.Jackson 26+1reb+4ast, I.Arroyo-Varela 21+8reb+3ast, N.Miskovic 8+5reb+1ast, D.Alderete 7+6reb, E.Stoilov 6+5reb, P.Molins 6+2ast

LEB Gold Round 29: Palencia lose to Burgos - by Eurobasket News

The teams have now bigger motivation at this stage of Regular Season. Every game can be crucial and decide about teams' position at the end of Regular Season. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Round 29 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Palencia (25-5). They were crushed by seventh ranked Burgos (18-11) 89-65 on Saturday night. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Palencia. Austrian-Slovenian center Rasid Mahalbasic (210-1990) stepped up and scored 10 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and Slovenian point guard Luka Rupnik (186-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 11 points and 6 assists. Naturalized Bulgarian forward Konstantin Kostadinov (203-2003) responded with 11 points and 7 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Burgos moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Valladolid and Lleida. Newly promoted Palencia dropped to the second position with five games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Andorra. Palencia will play next round against Iraurgi SB trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Burgos will try to continue on its current victory against twelfth ranked Ourense at home.
LEB Gold top team - Andorra (26-4) added another victory to their record. This time they beat fifth ranked Valladolid (18-11) 81-74. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Valladolid. Brazilian center Felipe Dos Anjos (218-1998) nailed 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side and Rafael Luz accounted for 9 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Center Sergio De La Fuente (198-1989) came up with 17 points and 5 rebounds for Valladolid in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Andorra have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 26-4 record. Valladolid at the other side keeps the fifth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Burgos and Lleida. Andorra will play against Almansa (#15) at home in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Valladolid will play against Gipuzkoa (#8) in San Sebastian and hopes to get back on the winning track.
An interesting game took place in Ourense where 12th ranked Ourense (10-19) was upset on its own court by fifteenth ranked Oviedo (9-20) 67-62 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Oliver Arteaga who scored 9 points and 9 rebounds. Jose Urtasun produced 16 points for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Oviedo moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Caceres and Almansa. Newly promoted Ourense keeps the twelfth position with 19 games lost. Oviedo will meet higher ranked Alicante (#9) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Ourense will play against Burgos and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 29: Alicante lost to Almansa on the opponent's court 74-87. Melilla was outscored by Gipuzkoa in a home game 78-104. Castello was rolled over Coruna on the road 62-99. Estudiantes crushed Cantabria on its own court 80-54. Albacete was beaten by Lleida in a road game 89-79. Iraurgi SB won against Caceres at home 102-97.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 10 points and 5 rebounds by Marc-Eddy Norelia of Burgos.

Ourense - Oviedo 62-67

An interesting game took place in Ourense where 12th ranked Ourense (10-19) was upset on its own court by fifteenth ranked Oviedo (9-20) 67-62 on Saturday. Oviedo made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. Oviedo outrebounded Ourense 46-31 including 31 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was center Oliver Arteaga (207-1983) who scored 9 points and 9 rebounds. American forward Clevon Brown (203-1998, college: FIU) chipped in 9 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Jose Urtasun (186) produced 16 points and Bosnian Fahrudin Manjgafic (207-1997) added 8 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Oviedo moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Caceres and Almansa. Newly promoted Ourense keeps the twelfth position with 19 games lost. Oviedo will meet higher ranked Alicante (#9) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Ourense will play against Burgos and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Oviedo: P.Marc 11+3reb+1ast, C.Brown 9+10reb, O.Arteaga 9+9reb+3ast, J.Gonzalez 7+2reb, M.Marti 7+3reb, R.Crouch 7+6reb+1ast
Ourense: U.Jose 16+2reb+3ast, F.Ventura 12+2reb+2ast, F.Manjgafic 8+7reb+3ast, F.Pilepic 8+4reb+1ast, S.Gjuroski 7+1reb, K.Kuath 6+8reb+1ast

Almansa - Alicante 87-74

There was an upset when higher ranked Alicante (17-12) was defeated on the road by fifteenth ranked Almansa (9-20) 87-74 on Saturday. Almansa dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Alicante's 24 and made 22-of-23 free shots (95.7 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was Argentinian-Italian guard Mateo Diaz (186-2002) who scored 19 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists (was perfect 9-for-9 from the free throw line !!!). Bosnian forward Lazar Mutic (204-1999) chipped in 12 points. Four Almansa players scored in double figures. Lithuanian Osvaldas Matulionis (200-1991) produced 22 points and 6 rebounds and Icelandic point guard Aegir Steinarsson (185-1991, college: Newberry) added 25 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) respectively for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Almansa moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Caceres and Oviedo. Loser Alicante keeps the eighth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Gipuzkoa. Almansa will meet league's leader Andorra on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Alicante will play against Oviedo (#13) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Almansa: D.Mateo 19+8reb+6ast, P.Aranitovic 12+1ast, S.Costa 12+2reb+2ast, L.Mutic 12+4reb+2ast, M.Ogunsipe 8+4reb+1ast, J.Menendez 8+7reb+1ast
Alicante: A.Steinarsson 25+1reb+1ast, O.Matulionis 22+6reb+1ast, D.Blaylock 12+8reb+3ast, S.McDonnell 8+5reb+2ast, G.Arcos 3+1reb, E.Gatell 2+5reb+3ast

Valladolid - Andorra 74-81

LEB Gold top team - Andorra (26-4) added another victory to their record. This time they beat fifth ranked Valladolid (18-11) 81-74. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Valladolid. They outrebounded Valladolid 39-26 including 26 on the defensive glass. Brazilian center Felipe Dos Anjos (218-1998) nailed 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side and naturalized Brazilian point guard Rafael Luz (186-1992, agency: Interperformances) accounted for 9 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Center Sergio De La Fuente (198-1989) came up with 17 points and 5 rebounds and Dutch center Lucas NGuessan (213-1997, college: ETSU) added 13 points respectively for Valladolid in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Andorra have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 26-4 record. Valladolid at the other side keeps the fifth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Burgos and Lleida. Andorra will play against Almansa (#15) at home in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Valladolid will play against Gipuzkoa (#8) in San Sebastian and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Andorra: F.Dos Anjos 18+8reb, J.Dee 11+2reb, M.Andric 10+3reb, R.Luz 9+6reb+4ast, M.Maric 8+4reb, M.Speight 7+6reb+4ast
Valladolid: S.De La Fuente 17+5reb, L.N'Guessan 13+4reb, M.Pantzar 11+4ast, M.Kovacevic 8+1ast, R.Belemene 7+2reb+1ast, M.Torres Cuevas 6+4reb+2ast

Melilla - Gipuzkoa 78-104

Very predictable result when ninth ranked Gipuzkoa (17-12) smashed on the road bottom-ranked Melilla (6-23) 104-78 on Sunday. Gipuzkoa shot 61.9 percent from the field. They also forced 19 Melilla turnovers. They shot the lights out from three sinking 20 long-distance shots on high 60.6 percentage. Gipuzkoa looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Melilla's players. The best player for the winners was American guard Justin Jaworski (190-1999, college: Lafayette) who scored 21 points and 4 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). His fellow American import power forward Mike Carlson (205-1991, college: Truman St.) chipped in 18 points and 5 steals. American point guard Trey Davis (183-1993, college: UMass) produced 25 points and forward Joan Pardina (202-1993, agency: BIG) added 10 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Gipuzkoa moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Alicante. Melilla lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the bottom. They share the position with Albacete. Gipuzkoa will meet at home higher ranked Valladolid (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Melilla will play against Castello (#10) in Castellon and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Gipuzkoa: J.Jaworski 21+4ast, M.Carlson 18+3reb+2ast, D.Imru 15+1reb, M.Delas 14+5reb, A.Sollazzo 9, A.Martinez 9+4reb+1ast
Melilla: T.Davis 25+1reb+2ast, D.Balaban 10+4reb, J.Pardina 10+5reb, G.Mulero 9+3reb+1ast, B.Fall 8+2reb, J.Santana 5+1reb+2ast

Coruna - Castello 99-62

Not a big story in a game when 10th ranked Castello (14-15) was rolled over on the road by third ranked Coruna (20-9) 99-62 on Sunday. Coruna outrebounded Castello 41-18 including a 31-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 15 long-distance shots on high 51.7 percentage. Coruna looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was American-Cuban swingman Yunio Barrueta (196-1993, college: Barry, agency: BIG) who scored 24 points and 8 rebounds. Center Javier Vega (205-1988) chipped in 8 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Coruna players scored in double figures. Point guard Joan Faner (176-1990) produced 12 points and Dutch center Menno Dijkstra (213-1997, college: UC Riverside) added 9 points respectively for the guests. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Coruna maintains third place with 20-9 record having seven points less than leader Andorra. Loser Castello keeps the tenth position with 15 games lost. Coruna will meet Cantabria (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Castello will play against Melilla and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Coruna: Y.Barrueta 24+8reb+1ast, A.Font 18+2reb, J.Ingus 13+2reb+5ast, D.Simeunovic 10+6reb+3ast, J.Vega 8+8reb+7ast, K.Olle Lundqvist 7+4reb+3ast
Castello: J.Faner 12+3reb+3ast, D.Hook 10, M.Dijkstra 9+3reb+2ast, J.Nesbitt 6+2reb+2ast, A.Sustic 5, J.Bilbao 5+2reb+2ast

Estudiantes - Cantabria 80-54

Everything went according to plan in Madrid where fourth ranked Estudiantes (19-10) outscored 11th ranked Cantabria (13-16) 80-54 on Sunday. Estudiantes looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Cantabria's players. The best player for the winners was Danish center Kevin Larsen (208-1993, college: GWU) who scored 14 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Latvian point guard Toms Leimanis (190-1994) chipped in 7 points and 6 assists. Naturalized Equatorial Guinean forward Walter Cabral (200-1995) produced 3 points and 14 rebounds and Bosnian Mirza Bulic (207-1992) added 11 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Estudiantes maintains fourth place with 19-10 record. Newly promoted Cantabria keeps the eleventh position with 16 games lost. Estudiantes will meet Albacete (#17) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Cantabria will play against Coruna (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Estudiantes: K.Larsen 14+5reb+5ast, P.Jorgensen 12+3reb, S.Smith 10+1reb+1ast, D.Ruben 9+1reb+1ast, T.Leimanis 7+2reb+6ast, M.Hughes 7+3reb+2ast
Cantabria: M.Bulic 11+5reb, J.Garcia 10+1reb+3ast, S.Smith 8+1reb, A.Palazuelos 8, M.Kone 6+1reb+1ast, J.Harrar 4+4reb

Lleida - Albacete 89-79

There was no surprise when 17th ranked Albacete (6-23) was defeated on the road by seventh ranked Lleida (18-11) 89-79 on Friday. Lleida made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was American-Ivorian power forward Amadou Sidibe (203-1994, college: Fairfield, agency: Players Group) who scored 12 points and 8 rebounds. Croatian-Bosnian power forward Marko Bakovic (205-1993) chipped in 16 points and 5 rebounds. Finnish forward Remu Raitanen (206-1997, college: USF, agency: Blacktop Management) produced 17 points and 7 rebounds and forward Ivan Aurrecoechea (204-1995, college: NM State) added 14 points and 7 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) respectively for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Lleida moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Valladolid and Burgos. Newly promoted Albacete keeps the seventeenth position with 23 games lost. They share it with Melilla. Lleida will meet Caceres (#14) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Albacete will play against Estudiantes and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Lleida: J.Lobo 17+1reb+3ast, M.Bakovic 16+5reb, A.Urtasun 12+2reb+1ast, A.Sidibe 12+8reb+2ast, V.Vucetic 11+5reb+1ast, R.Lopez 10+5reb+1ast
Albacete: R.Raitanen 17+7reb, I.Aurrecoechea 14+7reb+1ast, F.Guillem 12+2reb+7ast, D.Knudsen 10+2reb+2ast, A.Grytsak 9+11reb+1ast, V.Moreno 7+1reb

Iraurgi SB - Caceres 102-97

There was a small surprise in Azpeitia where sixteenth ranked Iraurgi SB (8-21) won against 13th ranked Caceres (9-20) 102-97 on Sunday. Iraurgi SB made 24-of-31 free shots (77.4 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was Swedish point guard Barra Njie (191-2001) who scored 24 points (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field). Senegalese forward Khadim Sy (208-1997, college: Wake Forest) chipped in 15 points and 5 rebounds. Greek swingman Kostas Vasileiadis (200-1984) produced 27 points (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) and Serbian-Portuguese center Sasa Borovnjak (206-1989, college: Penn St., agency: 011 Sports) added 23 points and 5 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) respectively for the guests. Four Caceres players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Iraurgi SB have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain sixteenth place with 8-21 record. Caceres lost third consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth position with 20 games lost. They share it with Oviedo and Almansa. Iraurgi SB will meet league's second-placed Palencia on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Caceres will play against Lleida (#7) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Iraurgi SB: B.Njie 24+3reb+1ast, N.Hoover 16+1reb, K.Sy 15+5reb+1ast, B.Hevia 9+3reb+1ast, I.Royo 9+4reb, I.Guridi 7+1reb
Caceres: K.Vasileiadis 27+3reb, S.Borovnjak 23+5reb+1ast, K.Hasbrouck 14+1reb, K.Bercy 13+10reb+1ast, D.Rodriguez 7+1reb+3ast, A.Lafuente 6

Burgos - Palencia 89-65

Round 29 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Palencia (25-5). They were crushed by seventh ranked Burgos (18-11) 89-65 on Saturday night. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Palencia. Austrian-Slovenian center Rasid Mahalbasic (210-1990) stepped up and scored 10 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and Slovenian point guard Luka Rupnik (186-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 11 points and 6 assists. Five Burgos players scored in double figures. Naturalized Bulgarian forward Konstantin Kostadinov (203-2003) responded with 11 points and 7 rebounds and American forward Tanner McGrew (203-1993, college: WVWC) scored 9 points and 6 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Burgos moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Valladolid and Lleida. Newly promoted Palencia dropped to the second position with five games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Andorra. Palencia will play next round against Iraurgi SB trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Burgos will try to continue on its current victory against twelfth ranked Ourense at home.
Top scorers:
Burgos: A.Lopez 15+2reb, A.Barrera 14+2reb+1ast, J.van Zegeren 12+4reb, L.Rupnik 11+1reb+6ast, M.Norelia 10+5reb+2ast, R.Mahalbasic 10+6reb+3ast
Palencia: K.Kostadinov 11+7reb+1ast, J.Ortega 10+6reb, M.Rodriguez 9+2reb+2ast, A.Wintering 9+3reb+2ast, T.McGrew 9+6reb+1ast, M.Kamba 6+1reb

Dario Brizuela extended his contract with Unicaja until 2026 - by Eurobasket News

Spanish LEB Gold round 29 best performance: Yunio Barrueta (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American-Cuban Swingman Yunio Barrueta (196-F/G-1993, agency: BIG) had a great game in the last round for Coruna, receiving a Hoops Agents LEB Gold Player of the Week award for round 29.
The 29-year old player was the main contributor (24 points, eight rebounds) to his team's victory, helping them to outclass Castello (#10, 14-15) with 37-point margin 99-62. Coruna maintains the 3rd position in Spanish LEB Gold. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Coruna will need more victories to improve their 20-9 record. In the team's last game Barrueta had a remarkable six three-pointers out of 9 attempts. He turned to be Coruna's top player in his first season with the team. Former Barry University star has very solid stats this year. Barrueta is in league's top in points (7th best: 13.9ppg).

The second best player in last round's games was young Argentinian Mateo Diaz (186-G-2002) of Almansa. Diaz had a very good evening with 19 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Of course he led Almansa to another comfortable win 87-74 over the higher-ranked Alicante (#9, 17-12) being unquestionably team leader. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Almansa keeps 15th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 9-20 record. Diaz is a newcomer at Almansa and despite he is not a team leader yet, every game he becomes more reliable player. Hopefully performances like the last one will happen more often.

Third on the list of top players last round was Serbian center Sasa Borovnjak (206-C-1989, agency: 011 Sports) of Caceres (#14). Borovnjak scored 23 points and grabbed five rebounds. Despite Borovnjak's great performance Caceres lost 97-102 to slightly lower-ranked Iraurgi SB (#16, 8-21). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Caceres not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 20 games, recording just nine victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Borovnjak could try to bring Caceres' a little bit higher in the standings. Borovnjak has a very solid season. In 9 games in Spain he scored 10.3ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Barra Njie (191-PG-2001) of Iraurgi SB - 24 points and 3 rebounds
5. Felipe Dos Anjos (218-C-1998) of Andorra - 18 points and 8 rebounds
6. Trey Davis (183-PG-1993) of Melilla - 25 points and 2 assists
7. Kevin Larsen (208-C-1993) of Estudiantes - 14 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Kostas Vasileiadis (200-G/F-1984) of Caceres - 27 points and 3 rebounds
9. Sergio De La Fuente (198-C-1989) of Valladolid - 17 points and 5 rebounds
10. Justin Jaworski (190-G-1999) of Gipuzkoa - 21 points and 4 assists

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

Spanish Liga Endesa round 27 best performance: Devin Robinson (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American Forward Devin Robinson (203-F-1995) put on an amazing game in the last round for Manresa, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 27.
The 27-year old player was the main contributor (21 points, six rebounds) to his team's victory, helping them to beat Granada (8-19) 86-77. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Manresa is placed at 15th position in Spanish Liga Endesa. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 19 games and recorded just eight victories. In the team's last game Robinson had a remarkable 70.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be Manresa's top player in his first season with the team. Devin Robinson averages this season 13.1ppg and 5.2rpg.

The second best player in last round's games was young Bosnia and Herzegovina Dzanan Musa (205-F/G-1999) of Real Madrid. Musa had a very good evening with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as Real Madrid lost that game 82-97 to slightly higher-ranked Barca (#1, 22-5). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Real Madrid still maintains its place in the top 3 of the standings, even despite this loss. His team's 21-6 record is not bad at all. Musa is a newcomer at Real Madrid, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 14.7ppg (#7).

Third on the list of top players last round was American guard Markus Howard (180-PG-1999) of league's second-best Baskonia. Howard got into 30-points club by scoring 33 points in the last round. Despite Howard's great performance Baskonia lost 81-83 to #4 ranked Tenerife. But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. Baskonia had another "accident". It may be a crucial game and cause dropping from the group of top ranked teams. The record is still good, but 5th lost game is hopefully really an accident. Howard's teammates are also very good. That's why having such high stats is even more impressive. Howard has a great season in Spain. After 23 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 15.5ppg (5th best). He also has FGP: 51.8% and 3PT: 41.4%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Emir Sulejmanovic (205-F/C-1995) of Bilbao - 13 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Jean Montero (188-G-2003) of Real Betis - 20 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Ethan Happ (208-C/F-1996) of Rio Breogan - 13 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists
7. Tomas Satoransky (201-PG-1991) of Barca - 18 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists
8. Guerschon Yabusele (201-PF-1995) of Real Madrid - 19 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Nikola Mirotic (208-PF-1991) of Barca - 23 points and 6 rebounds
10. David Kravish (207-C-1992) of Unicaja - 12 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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Stats Leaders - BasketEttan

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Gustav MOBERG

Tureberg
(189-G-2000)
Avg: 25.4

25.4

25.2

24.5

24.3

22.8

Superettan Round 2 of Semi-Finals. Eskilstuna and Helsinborg advance into Finals - by Eurobasket News

Eskilstuna - IK Eos 107-89

Eskilstuna made 20-of-26 charity shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Eskilstuna outrebounded IK Eos 50-23 including a 20-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. Forward Adam Karahmetovic (189-1998) notched a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and guard Simon Finden (191-2000) supported him with 29 points and 7 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Even 30 points and 4 assists by guard Jonathan Johansson (193-2000, college: North Park) did not help to save the game for IK Eos. Forward Andreas Von Uthmann (197-1996) added 19 points and 6 rebounds for the guests. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Eskilstuna: S.Finden 29+7reb+2ast, A.Karahmetovic 24+10reb+5ast, J.Ninkingira 16+9reb+3ast, E.Bradd 16+4reb+4ast, M.Larsson 10+6reb+5ast, R.Mirianidis 5+5reb+2ast
IK Eos: J.Johansson 30+3reb+4ast, A.Von Uthmann 19+6reb+2ast, G.Hugo 12+4reb+2ast, S.Viktor 12+4reb+7ast, J.Aasa 10+1reb+2ast, O.Karlsson 6+1ast

Helsingborg - Norrort 97-97

Eskilstuna made 20-of-26 charity shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Eskilstuna outrebounded IK Eos 50-23 including a 20-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. Forward Adam Karahmetovic (189-1998) notched a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and guard Simon Finden (191-2000) supported him with 29 points and 7 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Even 30 points and 4 assists by guard Jonathan Johansson (193-2000, college: North Park) did not help to save the game for IK Eos. Forward Andreas Von Uthmann (197-1996) added 19 points and 6 rebounds for the guests. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Eskilstuna: S.Finden 29+7reb+2ast, A.Karahmetovic 24+10reb+5ast, J.Ninkingira 16+9reb+3ast, E.Bradd 16+4reb+4ast, M.Larsson 10+6reb+5ast, R.Mirianidis 5+5reb+2ast
IK Eos: J.Johansson 30+3reb+4ast, A.Von Uthmann 19+6reb+2ast, G.Hugo 12+4reb+2ast, S.Viktor 12+4reb+7ast, J.Aasa 10+1reb+2ast, O.Karlsson 6+1ast

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SWITZERLAND

Malik Johnson gets MVP of the Week award for Swiss SBL (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American Malik Johnson (178-PG-1997) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Vevey Riviera and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 28.
The 25-year old playmaker had the game-high 30 points adding four rebounds and nine assists for Vevey Riviera in his team's victory, helping them to crush Neuchatel (#5, 13-14) with 21-point margin 83-62. Vevey Riviera maintains the 3rd position in Swiss SBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Vevey Riviera will need more victories to improve their 18-9 record. In the team's last game Johnson had a remarkable 100.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be Vevey Riviera's top player in his first season with the team. Canisius College graduate has very impressive stats this year. Johnson is in league's top in assists (2nd best: 11.1apg) and averages solid 2.1spg and 55.9% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American guard Jaizec Lottie (188-G-1998) of Monthey. Lottie impressed basketball fans with 42 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists. Bad luck as Monthey lost that game 86-91 to the higher-ranked Fribourg (#2, 23-4). Monthey is still in a red zone at 7th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 11-17 record. Lottie is a newcomer at Monthey and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 21.3ppg (#4). He also recorded 4.9 assists per game.

The third best performed player last round was German guard Robert Zinn (197-PG-1995) of Lugano (#6). Zinn scored 29 points and passed eleven assists (!!!). Despite Zinn's great performance Lugano lost 89-95 to the higher-ranked Massagno (#1, 24-3). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. Zinn has a great season in Switzerland. After 25 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 11.2apg (best passer). Robert Zinn has also Swiss passport and can play in the league with a status of domestic player.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Martins Igbanu (203-F/C-1997) of Boncourt - 24 points and 11 rebounds
5. Hamish Warden (203-F-1999) of Lugano - 27 points and 11 rebounds
6. Jonathan Galloway (209-C-1996) of Massagno - 13 points and 12 rebounds
7. Juwann James (198-F/C-1987) of Massagno - 16 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists
8. TK Edogi (203-C/F-1994) of Starwings - 32 points and 11 rebounds
9. Jeremiah Paige (190-G-1996) of Geneve - 19 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists
10. Slobodan Miljanic (199-F-1990) of Geneve - 20 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists

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

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SBL Round 11: Al Jalaa hands first defeat to Al Ittihad - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Al Ittihad (6-1) recorded its first loss in Aleppo on Monday night. Visitors were edged by third ranked Al Jalaa (6-1) 65-63. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Al Ittihad. Al Jalaa have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Al Ittihad.
Important game to mention about took place in Damascus. Second ranked Al Ittihad (6-1) saved a 2-point derby victory on the road edging 7th ranked Al Wahda (4-3) 72-70 on Thursday evening. Guest team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Al Ittihad. Defending champion maintains second place with 6-1 record behind leader Al Jaish, which they share with Al Jalaa. Al Wahda lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the sixth position with three games lost.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Damascus. First ranked Al Jaish faced 3rd placed Al Nawaeer. Host Al Jaish (7-1) defeated guests from Hama (5-2) 75-69. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Al Nawaeer. Al Jaish maintains first place with 7-1 record. Al Nawaeer at the other side dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with Al Karameh.

Other games of round 11 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Al Karameh crushed Tishreen in Homs 106-75. Winless Al Wathba was beaten by Al Jalaa at home 62-80. Al Wahda destroyed Al Taleiah on the opponent's court 130-75.

Al Wahda - Al Ittihad 70-72

Important game to mention about took place in Damascus. Second ranked Al Ittihad (6-1) saved a 2-point derby victory on the road edging 7th ranked Al Wahda (4-3) 72-70 on Thursday evening. Guest team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Al Ittihad. Defending champion maintains second place with 6-1 record behind leader Al Jaish, which they share with Al Jalaa. Al Wahda lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the sixth position with three games lost.

Tishreen - Al Karameh 75-106

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 6th ranked Tishreen's (4-5) home loss to fifth ranked Al Karameh (5-2) 75-106 on Friday. Al Karameh moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Al Nawaeer. Newly promoted Tishreen dropped to the seventh position with five games lost.

Al Jaish - Al Nawaeer 75-69

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Damascus. First ranked Al Jaish faced 3rd placed Al Nawaeer. Host Al Jaish (7-1) defeated guests from Hama (5-2) 75-69. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Al Nawaeer. Al Jaish maintains first place with 7-1 record. Al Nawaeer at the other side dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with Al Karameh.

Al Wathba - Al Jalaa 62-80

No shocking result in a game in Homs where third ranked Al Jalaa (6-1) defeated bottom-ranked Al Wathba (0-9) 80-62 on Friday. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Al Jalaa. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Al Ittihad. Al Wathba lost their ninth game in a row. They still close the standings with nine games lost.

Al Taleiah - Al Wahda 75-130

Rather expected game in Hama where bottom-ranked Al Taleiah (0-7) was rolled over by seventh ranked Al Wahda (4-3) 130-75 on Sunday. Al Wahda moved-up to sixth place. Al Taleiah lost their seventh game in a row. They still close the standings with seven games lost.

Al Jalaa - Al Ittihad 65-63

Al Ittihad (6-1) recorded its first loss in Aleppo on Monday night. Visitors were edged by third ranked Al Jalaa (6-1) 65-63. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Al Ittihad. Al Jalaa have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Al Ittihad.

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Max Mahoney gets MVP of the Week award for Taiwanese SBL - by Eurobasket News

American Max Mahoney (203-PF-1998) had a great game in the last round for league's second-best Bank of Taiwan and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents SBL Player of the Week award for round 24.
The 24-year old power forward had a double-double of 32 points and fifteen rebounds, while his team lost the game against Taiwan Beer (#3, 10-14) 80-86. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Bank of Taiwan maintains the 2nd position in Taiwanese SBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Bank of Taiwan will need to avoid more loses keep or improve their 14-10 record. In the team's last game Mahoney had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be Bank of Taiwan's top player in his first season with the team. Boston University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Mahoney is in league's top in points (2nd best: 22.5ppg), rebounds (3rd best: 10.1rpg), assists (9th best: 2.8apg) and averages solid 1.3bpg,2.0spg and 60.5% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Nigerian forward Gabriel Humphery (195-F-1997) of Taiwan Beer. Humphery impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 25 points and 13 rebounds. It was enough for Taiwan Beer to edge slightly higher-ranked Bank of Taiwan (#2, 14-10) by 6 points 86-80. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Taiwan Beer consolidated its place in top 3 of the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 10-14 record. Humphery is one of the most experienced players at Taiwan Beer and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 11.0ppg (#9). His other stats are also decent: 7.3rpg and 3.6apg.

The third best performed player last round was Min-Hao Ke (180-G-1992) of top-ranked Yulon Luxgen. Ke showcased his all-around game by recording 17 points, five rebounds and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of Yulon Luxgen, leading his team to a 78-75 win against #4 ranked Changhua. Yulon Luxgen confirms their top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 16 victories and 8 lost games. Ke has a great season in Taiwan. After 24 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 11.1ppg (8th best) and assists with 5.3apg (2nd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Julian Boyd (203-F-1990) of Changhua - 18 points, 18 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Bamba Sarr (200-PF-1997) of Yulon Luxgen - 21 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Walter Sharpe (206-F/C-1986) of Yulon Luxgen - 7 points, 16 rebounds and 9 assists
7. Wei-Chen Chou (191-PF-1996) of Yulon Luxgen - 15 points and 3 rebounds
8. You-Hsu Chen (195-F/G-1990) of Bank of Taiwan - 17 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Tzu-Kang Wang (183-G-1993) of Taiwan Beer - 15 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists
10. Chien-Chih Huang (189-1998) of Changhua - 12 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists

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

Marcus Weathers gets MVP of the Week award for Taiwanese T1 League - by Eurobasket News

American Marcus Weathers (196-F-1997) had an amazing evening in the last round for league's second-best Tainan GH and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 41.
The 25-year old forward had a double-double of 25 points and sixteen rebounds, while his team outclassed Taoyuan L. (#6, 6-23) with 43-point margin 108-65. Tainan GH maintains the 2nd position in Taiwanese T1 League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Tainan GH will need more victories to improve their 19-10 record. In the team's last game Weathers had a remarkable 53.3% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Tainan GH, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Marcus Weathers averages just after three games 19.3ppg and 8.0rpg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American power forward Deyonta Davis (211-PF-1996, agency: MSG) of Taoyuan L.. Davis impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 29 points and 19 rebounds. Bad luck as Taoyuan L. lost that game 65-108 to the higher-ranked Tainan GH (#2, 19-10). Taoyuan L. are still at the very bottom. 23 lost games are too many comparing to just six victories Taoyuan L. managed to get this year. Davis is a newcomer at Taoyuan L. and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders.

The third best performed player last round was another Tainan GH's star - Maltese Samuel Deguara (230-C-1991). Deguara scored 20 points and grabbed fourteen rebounds (!!!). He was another key player of Tainan GH, helping his team with a 108-65 easy win against the lower-ranked Taoyuan L. (#6, 6-23). Tainan GH needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 19 victories and 10 lost games. Deguara has a great season in Taiwan. After 24 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 20.0ppg (8th best) and rebounds with 11.5rpg (6th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Yu-An Chiang (174-PG-1991) of TB Herobears - 20 points, 4 rebounds and 13 assists
5. Hasheem Thabeet (218-C-1987) of TB Herobears - 16 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Arnett Moultrie (208-C-1990) of Taichung Suns - 19 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Perry Jones III (211-F-1991) of TB Herobears - 17 points, 18 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Chi-Wei Lee (192-G/F-1993) of TB Herobears - 23 points and 3 assists
9. Keith Benson (211-C-1988) of Taichung Suns - 12 points and 14 rebounds
10. Han-sheng Lee (177-G-1994) of Tainan GH - 9 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists

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

PLeague+ Round 30: Kings are defeated by Fubon Braves - by Eurobasket News

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

The most crucial game of the last round was another loss of top-ranked Kings (24-10) against second ranked Fubon Braves on Saturday night. Fubon Braves were rolled over by second ranked Fubon Braves (21-12) 89-68. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Fubon Braves outrebounded Kings 67-56 including a 55-43 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American power forward Chris Johnson (210-1985, college: LSU) had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Ukrainian power forward Igor Zaytsev (210-1989, agency: BIG) chipped in 7 points and 14 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American swingman Kenny Manigault (195-1991, college: Pikeville) with 13 points, 9 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Fubon Braves have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 21-12 record having four points less than leader Kings. Kings at the other side still keep top place with ten games lost. Fubon Braves are looking forward to face Pilots (#3) in Taoyuan in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Kings will play on the road against Steelers in Kaohsiung and are hoping to win this game.
Very important is a loss of third ranked Pilots (17-18) against sixth ranked Steelers (13-21) on Friday night. Pilots were defeated by Steelers in a tough game 93-101. Jamaican-American power forward Femi Olujobi (206-1996, college: DePaul, agency: Slash Sports) notched a double-double by scoring 29 points and 16 rebounds to lead the effort and Jeremy Lin supported him with 29 points, 8 rebounds, 10 assists and 4 steals. Even a double-double of 25 points and 10 rebounds by American-Bulgarian center Jason Washburn (213-1990, college: Utah, agency: Pensack Sports) did not help to save the game for Pilots. Pilots' coach Iurgi Caminos rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Steelers have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Pilots at the other side keep the third position with 18 games lost. Steelers will play against league's leader Kings in Taipei in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Pilots will play on the road against the league's second-placed Fubon Braves in Taipei and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Very important is a loss of first ranked Kings (24-10) against sixth ranked Steelers (13-21) on Sunday night. Kings were defeated by Steelers in a tough game 85-92. The best player for the winners was Wendell Lewis who had a double-double by scoring 20 points, 19 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Chin-Min Yang who recorded 22 points and 4 assists. Kings' coach Ryan Marchand tested eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Steelers have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Loser Kings still keep top position with ten games lost. Steelers will meet bottom-ranked Lioneers (#6) in the next round. Kings will play again against Steelers (#5) in Kaohsiung and hope to secure a win.

In the last two games of round 30 Lioneers lost to Dreamers 85-89. Dreamers unfortunately lost to Pilots 74-87.

Pilots - Steelers 93-101

Very important is a loss of third ranked Pilots (17-18) against sixth ranked Steelers (13-21) on Friday night. Pilots were defeated by Steelers in a tough game 93-101. Steelers dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Pilots' 36. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. Pilots were plagued by 29 personal fouls down the stretch. Jamaican-American power forward Femi Olujobi (206-1996, college: DePaul, agency: Slash Sports) notched a double-double by scoring 29 points and 16 rebounds to lead the effort and naturalized American point guard Jeremy Lin (191-1988, college: Harvard) supported him with 29 points, 8 rebounds, 10 assists and 4 steals. Even a double-double of 25 points and 10 rebounds by American-Bulgarian center Jason Washburn (213-1990, college: Utah, agency: Pensack Sports) did not help to save the game for Pilots. American forward Jeff Ayres (206-1987, college: Arizona St., agency: Slash Sports) added 23 points and 9 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Pilots' coach Iurgi Caminos rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Steelers have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Pilots at the other side keep the third position with 18 games lost. Steelers will play against league's leader Kings in Taipei in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Pilots will play on the road against the league's second-placed Fubon Braves in Taipei and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Pilots: J.Washburn 25+10reb+3ast, J.Ayres 23+9reb+1ast, C.Chang 12+2reb+1ast, K.Ta-You 11+6reb+3ast, C.Shih 7+2reb+3ast, D.Amdy 6+17reb+1ast
Steelers: J.Lin 29+8reb+10ast, F.Olujobi 29+16reb+3ast, C.Lu 16+4reb+2ast, W.Lewis 12+10reb+1ast, W.Jay 6+1reb+1ast, Y.Chen 6+5reb+4ast

Dreamers - Lioneers 89-85

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 5th ranked Lioneers' (12-21) loss to fourth ranked Dreamers (15-20) 85-89 on Saturday. Dreamers looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was American center Brandon Gilbeck (213-1996, college: W.Illinois) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 17 rebounds and 5 blocks. Turkish Ilkan Karaman (205-1990, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds. Four Dreamers players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international power forward Will Artino (211-1992, college: Creighton) who recorded a double-double by scoring 24 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists and American forward Jeremy Tyler (208-1991, college: Louisville) added 21 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Dreamers maintains fourth position with 15-20 record. Lioneers lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the bottom place with 21 games lost. Dreamers will meet league's second-placed Fubon Braves in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Lioneers will play against Steelers (#5) in Kaohsiung and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Lioneers: W.Artino 24+15reb+5ast, J.Tyler 21+8reb+2ast, I.Eboka 10+6reb, T.Hao 7+4reb+3ast, K.Kao 6+6reb+4ast, S.Kuo 5+2reb+1ast
Dreamers: L.Kuan-Liang 18+2reb+2ast, I.Karaman 16+11reb+1ast, B.Gilbeck 14+17reb+2ast, K.Chien 12+4reb+5ast, D.Creighton 9+3reb+2ast, T.Lee 6+9reb+2ast

Kings - Fubon Braves 68-89

The most crucial game of the last round was another loss of top-ranked Kings (24-10) against second ranked Fubon Braves on Saturday night. Fubon Braves were rolled over by second ranked Fubon Braves (21-12) 89-68. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Fubon Braves outrebounded Kings 67-56 including a 55-43 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American power forward Chris Johnson (210-1985, college: LSU) had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Ukrainian power forward Igor Zaytsev (210-1989, agency: BIG) chipped in 7 points and 14 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American swingman Kenny Manigault (195-1991, college: Pikeville) with 13 points, 9 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals and the former international center Chin-Min Yang (190-1984) scored 19 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. Fubon Braves have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 21-12 record having four points less than leader Kings. Kings at the other side still keep top place with ten games lost. Fubon Braves are looking forward to face Pilots (#3) in Taoyuan in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Kings will play on the road against Steelers in Kaohsiung and are hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Kings: C.Yang 19+6reb+1ast, K.Manigault 13+9reb+8ast, S.Shih-Hsuan 11+2reb+1ast, K.Lee 8+7reb+1ast, Q.Davis 4+11reb+1ast, N.Omar 4+4reb
Fubon Braves: C.Johnson 17+13reb+3ast, F.Po-Yen Chen 11+4reb, K.Chou 9+3reb+1ast, T.Lai 8+4reb+6ast, I.Zaytsev 7+14reb+2ast, S.Brendon 6+3reb

Dreamers - Pilots 74-87

The game between closely ranked teams ended with third ranked Pilots' (17-18) victory over one of their biggest challengers Dreamers (15-20) 87-74 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was Palestinian power forward Sani Sakakini (204-1988) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 15 rebounds. American-Bulgarian center Jason Washburn (213-1990, college: Utah, agency: Pensack Sports) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds. Four Pilots players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American center Brandon Gilbeck (213-1996, college: W.Illinois) who recorded a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds and naturalized American swingman Kenny Chien (185-1995, college: Broward CC) added 18 points respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Pilots maintains third position with 17-18 record having six points less than leader Kings. Loser Dreamers keep the fourth place with 20 games lost. Pilots will meet league's second-placed Fubon Braves in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Dreamers will play against the league's second-placed Fubon Braves in Taipei and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Dreamers: B.Gilbeck 22+11reb, K.Chien 18+2reb+1ast, L.Kuan-Liang 10+4reb, C.McCullough 9+8reb+1ast, L.Chun-Chi 7+3reb+1ast, Y.Wu 4+3reb
Pilots: S.Sakakini 21+15reb+2ast, J.Washburn 19+12reb+2ast, P.Yao-Cheng 18+3reb+2ast, C.Li 12+1reb+1ast, L.Chun-Hsiang 5, D.Amdy 4+4reb

Kings - Steelers 85-92

Very important is a loss of first ranked Kings (24-10) against sixth ranked Steelers (13-21) on Sunday night. Kings were defeated by Steelers in a tough game 85-92. Steelers dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Kings' 30. Steelers forced 19 Kings turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was American center Wendell Lewis (208-1989, college: Alabama St.) who had a double-double by scoring 20 points, 19 rebounds and 4 assists. Naturalized American point guard Jeremy Lin (191-1988, college: Harvard) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points, 9 rebounds and 10 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international center Chin-Min Yang (190-1984) who recorded 22 points and 4 assists and the former international forward Shih-Hsuan Su (197-1996) added 13 points and 11 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Kings' coach Ryan Marchand tested eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Steelers have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Loser Kings still keep top position with ten games lost. Steelers will meet bottom-ranked Lioneers (#6) in the next round. Kings will play again against Steelers (#5) in Kaohsiung and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kings: C.Yang 22+1reb+4ast, Q.Davis 15+8reb+2ast, Y.Chien 13+3reb+2ast, S.Shih-Hsuan 13+11reb+2ast, K.Manigault 13+7reb+2ast, J.Lin 6+9reb+5ast
Steelers: W.Lewis 20+19reb+4ast, J.Lin 18+9reb+10ast, G.Natesan 17+6reb+4ast, W.Lu-Hsiang 13+1reb+1ast, P.Chang 7+6reb, Y.Chen 7+2reb+5ast

Olujobi number one in Taiwanese PLeague+ for round 30 - by Eurobasket News

Jamaican-American Femi Olujobi (206-C/F-1996, agency: Slash Sports) had a very impressive game in the last round for Steelers, receiving a Hoops Agents PLeague+ Player of the Week award for round 30.
The 26-year old player had a double-double of 29 points and 16 rebounds, while his team beat Pilots (#3, 17-18) 101-93. Steelers is placed at 5th position in Taiwanese PLeague+. Steelers is currently ranked second from the bottom. They need more victories to improve their 13-21 record. In the team's last game Olujobi had a remarkable 73.3% from 2-point range. He turned to be Steelers' top player in his first season with the team. Former De Paul University star has very solid stats this year. Olujobi is in league's top in points (9th best: 20.2ppg), rebounds (8th best: 10.9rpg) and averages impressive 1.1bpg and 58.5% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Will Artino (211-C/F-1992) of Lioneers. Artino had a very good evening with a double-double of 24 points and 15 rebounds. Bad luck as Lioneers was edged by slightly higher-ranked Dreamers (#4, 15-20) 89-85. This loss caused Lioneers to slide to the very bottom (6) position in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 12-21 record. Artino is a newcomer at Lioneers, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was another Steelers' star - American center Wendell Lewis (208-C-1989). Lewis showcased his all-around game by recording 20 points, nineteen rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. He was another key player of Steelers, helping his team with a 92-85 win against the higher-ranked Kings (#1, 24-10). The chances of Steelers not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 21 games, recording just thirteen victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Lewis could try to bring Steelers' a little bit higher in the standings. Lewis has a very solid season. In 8 games in Taiwan he scored 15.0ppg. He also has 12.3rpg and FGP: 54.9%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Jeremy Lin (191-PG-1988) of Steelers - 29 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists
5. Chris Johnson (210-F/C-1985) of Fubon Braves - 17 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Sani Sakakini (204-C/F-1988) of Pilots - 21 points, 15 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Jason Washburn (213-C-1990) of Pilots - 25 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Brandon Gilbeck (213-C-1996) of Dreamers - 22 points and 11 rebounds
9. Kenny Manigault (195-G/F-1991) of Kings - 13 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists
10. Jeff Ayres (206-F-1987) of Pilots - 23 points and 9 rebounds

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

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TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

Devaughn Akoon-Purchell retains T&T Top Player Award - by Albert-Lee Young

Here is the review of the six Trinidad and Tobago overseas-based players, who were in action, for week-ending 16 April 2023.

The Top Player Award remains with US-born 6-5 swingman Devaughn Akoon-Purchell with 20pts, 5rebs, 3asts & 2stls as fifth-ranked Lokomotiv went under 84-87 to top ranked CSK in Russia-VTB United League, Semi-Finals, Round 1, on April 15. Both teams will meet again in the Semi-Finals, Rounds 2 & 3 on April 17 and 20, if necessary. Akoon-Purchell is currently averaging 13.8ppg, 3.9rpg, 2.3apg & 1.6spg: 50.5%2FPG, 32.3% 3FPG & 86.8%FT.

Second is US-born 5-8 point guard Terrell Gomez with mixed results for Saint Quentin in the France-Pro B League on April 11 and 14 respectively. In the first game, Gomez had 7pts, 1reb & 2asts as Saint Quentin dropped to 2nd spot with a 68-64 loss to #2 Chalon/Saor (20-8). In the second game, Gomez contributed 9pts, 3rebs & 3asts as Saint Quentin (21-8) regain the top rank with an 85-67 win over Boulazac (20-9) who briefly held the #1 position. Saint-Quentin next play on the road against #13 Denain Voltaire (12-17) on April 18. Gomez is currently averaging 12.5ppg, 1.3rpg & 4.7apg: 43.3%2FPG, 43.9% 3FPG & 90.0%FT.

Third is 6-4 point guard Khadeen Carrington with mixed results for Israel's Hapoel Jerusalem on April 12 and 15, respectively. In the first game, Carrington had 11pts, 2rebs & 3asts as H. Jerusalem was defeated 78-94 by Greece AEK in the Euro Basketball Championship League, Quarter Finals, Round 2. In the Israel-Winner League, Carrington contributed 4pts, 3rebs & 2asts as #3 Hapoel Jerusalem (16-7) scored a 75-66 win over #4 Hapoel Holon (14-10). H. Jerusalem next play #5 H.Galil Elion (12-12) on April 23. Carrington is averaging 14.0ppg, 2.1rpg & 2.3apg: 49.1%2FPG, 35.6%3FPG & 69.1% FT in the Winner-League. While, in the Euro Basketball Championships League, he is averaging 12.2ppg, 2.0rpg, 2.6apg & 1.1spg: 48.5%2FPG, 33.9% 3FPG & 66.2% FT.

Fourth is 7-0 center Johnny Hamilton with 7pts & 7rebs as #13 Merkezefendi Belediyesi Denizli Basket (10-15) suffered an 88-95 loss to #8 Tofas (10-15) in Turkey-BSL on April 16. Hamilton is averaging 9.8ppg, 7.1rpg & 1.9bpg: 58.1%2FPG & 63.2%%FT.

Fifth is teenager 6-8 forward Malique Lewis with 5pts & 2rebs in 9mins off the bench as #18th Fuenlabrada (4-23) scored a 77-71 win over #11 Bilbao (12-15) in the Spain La Liga League on April 15. Fuenlabrada next play close rivals #17 Real Betis (6-21) on April 20. Lewis is currently averaging 2.4ppg & 2.3rpg: 72.2%2FPG & 11.1%3FPG.

Sixth is 6-9 forward/center Jabari Narcis with 2pts & 1reb in 13mins of the bench for #6 Dresden Titans (18-13) in an 88-80 win over #10 Paderborn (15-16) in Germany-Pro League on April 16. Dresden next play #2 Tuebingen (23-8) on April 19. Narcis is currently averaging 6.4ppg & 2.7rpg: 56.0%2FPG, 22.9%3FPG & 72.7% FT.

The Player of the week selection is based on the player game's ranking through the use an efficiency stats calculation.

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TURKEY

Stats Leaders - D1

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Errick MCCOLLUM

Pinar K
(188-G-1988)
Avg: 19.6

19.6

19.5

19.0

18.9

18.1

TB2L Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Tobin CARBERRY

Mersin
(193-G-1991)
Avg: 21.5

21.5

20.6

20.1

19.7

19.1

Kalkan number one in Turkish TBL for round 25 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Forward Muhammet Kalkan (203-F-2000) had a very impressive game in the last round for second-ranked Samsunspor, receiving a Hoops Agents TBL Player of the Week award for round 25.
The 22-year old player was the main contributor (20 points, eight rebounds and five assists) to his team's victory, helping them to beat Final Spor (#5, 15-10) 78-67. Samsunspor maintains the 2nd position in Turkish TBL. They are still close to the very top. Samsunspor would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 20-5 record. In the team's last game Kalkan had a remarkable four three-pointers out of 7 attempts. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Muhammet Kalkan averages this season 7.5ppg.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Brandon Huffman (208-F/C-1998) of Bornova. Huffman had a very good evening with a double-double of 19 points and 12 rebounds. Of course he led Bornova to another comfortable win 84-68 over slightly lower-ranked Gemlik (#15, 7-18) being unquestionably team leader. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. But Bornova managed to improve slightly their position in standings taking 14th place. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 8-17 record. Huffman is a newcomer at Bornova, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was American center Brandon Walters (208-C-1995) of TED Ankara (#6). Walters showcased his all-around game by recording 25 points, eleven rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of TED Ankara, leading his team to a 88-64 easy win against the lower-ranked OGM Orman (#9, 11-14). TED Ankara needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 15 victories and 10 lost games. Walters has a great season in Turkey. After 23 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 19.1ppg (5th best) and rebounds with 9.7rpg (2nd best). He also has 1.3bpg and FGP: 63.1%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Tugberk Gedikli (192-G-1991) of Haremspor - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Tunahan Dikmen (203-F-1994) of Yalovaspor - 19 points and 10 rebounds
6. Desure Buie (185-G-1997) of Kocaeli - 27 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists
7. Donte Clark (194-G-1994) of Haremspor - 28 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Vladimir Stimac (210-C-1987) of Sigortam.net - 12 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Deniz Cevik (194-SG-1994) of Yalovaspor - 18 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Baris Unlu (2001) of Bornova - 26 points and 7 rebounds

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

TBL Round 24: TED Ankara edge Sigortam.net by two points - by Eurobasket News

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

The most exciting game of round 24 in the TBL took place in Ankara. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 8th ranked Sigortam.net (12-13) to sixth ranked TED Ankara (15-10) 58-56 on Sunday evening. The best player for the winners was American guard Shane Gibson (188-1990, college: Sacred Heart) who scored 21 points and 6 rebounds. The other American import center Brandon Walters (208-1995, college: MTSU) chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Cenk Sekeroglu (203-1991) who recorded 11 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. TED Ankara have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Final Spor. Sigortam.net lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 13 games lost. TED Ankara's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Ankara OGM Orman.
Very important is a home loss of third ranked Mersin (19-6) against fifth ranked Final Spor (15-10) on Saturday night. Host Mersin was defeated by Final Spor in a tough game in Mersin 74-82. It was a good game for Jamaican power forward Clint Robinson (203-1994, college: UIC) who led his team to a victory with 8 points and 12 rebounds. LaceDarius Dunn contributed with 16 points for the winners. American power forward Aaron Jones (206-1993, college: Ole Miss) replied with 21 points and 9 rebounds for Mersin. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Final Spor maintains fifth position with 15-10 record, which they share with TED Ankara. Mersin lost third consecutive game. They keep the third place with six games lost. Final Spor will play against league's second-placed Samsunspor at home in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Mersin will play against Balikesir and hopes to get back on the winning track.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Samsun. Second ranked Samsunspor faced one of their biggest challengers Mersin. Host Samsunspor (20-5) smashed guests from Mersin (19-6) 84-63. Worth to mention a great performance of Marquis Wright who helped to win the game recording 19 points and 9 assists. Samsunspor's coach Ilker Salman felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was Aaron Jones with 12 points and 7 rebounds. Samsunspor have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 20-5 record behind leader Cagdas BS. Mersin lost third consecutive game. They keep the third place with six games lost. Samsunspor will meet Final Spor (#5) in the next round. Mersin will play against Balikesir and hope to secure a win.

Rest of the games of round 24 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Balikesir was defeated by Yalovaspor in a road game 85-68. Bornova was beaten by OGM Orman at home 66-73. Fenerbahce 2 lost to OGM Orman on the opponent's court 82-90. Mamak unfortunately lost to Final Spor in a home game 89-91. Haremspor recorded a loss to Balikesir on the road 68-76. Bottom-ranked Antalya was crushed by TED Ankara on its own court 55-105. Kocaeli beat Gemlik in Izmit 92-86. Cagdas BS destroyed Bornova at home 80-60. Yalovaspor managed to outperform Sigortam.net on the opponent's court 89-84. Fenerbahce 2 rolled over Antalya in a home game 93-51. Samsunspor defeated Haremspor on the road 86-75. Kocaeli was beaten by Cagdas BS on its own court 77-92.

Yalovaspor - Balikesir 85-68

There was no surprise when 7th ranked Balikesir (14-11) was defeated on the road by fourth ranked Yalovaspor (16-9) 85-68 on Sunday. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Kadir Bayram (185-1996) who helped to win the game recording 25 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and American Ricky Ledo (201-1992, college: Providence, agency: Slash Sports) who added 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was Berke Aygunduz (196-1998) with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds and American forward Nakye Sanders (203-1997, college: Towson, agency: Helping Ballers) scored 16 points. Four Balikesir players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Yalovaspor have an impressive five-game winning streak. Newly promoted Yalovaspor maintains fourth position with 16-9 record. Balikesir at the other side keeps the seventh place with 11 games lost. Yalovaspor will meet at home bottom-ranked Antalya (#16) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Balikesir will play against Mersin (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Balikesir: B.Aygunduz 23+12reb+2ast, N.Sanders 16+4reb+2ast, A.Isik 11+4reb+1ast, A.Erdek 10+4reb+1ast, M.Ozdemir 4+1reb+1ast, O.Emir 2
Yalovaspor: K.Bayram 25+8reb+4ast, R.Ledo 19+5reb+5ast, J.McNeace 14+5reb+1ast, D.Cevik 9, T.Dikmen 8+5reb, O.Haciyeva 3+6reb+1ast

Bornova - OGM Orman 66-73

No shocking result in a game in Izmir where ninth ranked OGM Orman (11-14) defeated 15th ranked Bornova (8-17) 73-66 on Monday. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Utku Yucedag (198-1994) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 12 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Hazer Avci (206-1987) who added 15 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. OGM Orman's coach Ozgur Adiguzel used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was American power forward Brandon Huffman (208-1998, college: JSU) with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and his fellow American import guard Troy Franklin (183-1989, college: Coppin St.) scored 17 points, 6 assists and 4 steals. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. OGM Orman have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain ninth position with 11-14 record. Bornova at the other side dropped to the fourteenth place with 17 games lost. OGM Orman's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Ankara to the arena TED Ankara.
Top scorers:
Bornova: B.Huffman 20+11reb+1ast, T.Franklin 17+3reb+6ast, S.Efe 12+6reb+3ast, O.Cagatay 12+6reb+1ast, E.Besok 5+5reb+4ast, S.Senturk 0+5reb
OGM Orman: B.Mbala 15+8reb+1ast, H.Avci 15+7reb+2ast, K.Clergeot 14+3reb+1ast, U.Yucedag 12+12reb+4ast, B.Erol 7+3reb+9ast, A.Peker 5+1reb

Samsunspor - Mersin 84-63

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Samsun. Second ranked Samsunspor faced one of their biggest challengers Mersin. Host Samsunspor (20-5) smashed guests from Mersin (19-6) 84-63. They outrebounded Mersin 46-31 including 33 on the defensive glass. Samsunspor looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American point guard Marquis Wright (185-1995, college: Siena) who helped to win the game recording 19 points and 9 assists and forward Goktug Bas (201-2001) who added 20 points and 9 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) during the contest. Four Samsunspor players scored in double figures. Samsunspor's coach Ilker Salman felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was American power forward Aaron Jones (206-1993, college: Ole Miss) with 12 points and 7 rebounds and guard Kerem Ozel (183-1997) scored 14 points and 4 assists. Samsunspor have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 20-5 record behind leader Cagdas BS. Mersin lost third consecutive game. They keep the third place with six games lost. Samsunspor will meet Final Spor (#5) in the next round. Mersin will play against Balikesir and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mersin: B.Genc 14+7reb, O.Kerem 14+4reb+4ast, A.Jones 12+7reb+3ast, R.Dogrusoz 8+4reb+2ast, A.Karahan 4+1reb+5ast, M.Kizil 4+6reb+1ast
Samsunspor: G.Bas 20+9reb+3ast, M.Wright 19+4reb+9ast, M.Sert 15+3reb, A.Gueye 12+14reb+2ast, A.Genc 8+4reb+3ast, E.Aydogan 8+1reb+5ast

OGM Orman - Fenerbahce 2 90-82

Rather expected game in Ankara where 11th ranked Fenerbahce 2 (9-15) was defeated by ninth ranked OGM Orman (11-14) 90-82 on Saturday. OGM Orman made 18-of-21 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game. Strangely Fenerbahce 2 outrebounded OGM Orman 35-23 including a 16-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Burak Erol (197-1988) who helped to win the game recording 30 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and forward Hazer Avci (206-1987) who added 12 points and 8 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Berkay Bayar (196-1999) with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds and American swingman DShawn Schwartz (201-1999, college: GMU) scored 12 points and 8 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. OGM Orman have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain ninth position with 11-14 record. Newly promoted Fenerbahce 2 dropped to the thirteenth place with 15 games lost. OGM Orman's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Ankara to the arena TED Ankara.
Top scorers:
Fenerbahce 2: B.Bayar 20+12reb+3ast, M.Jackson 14+2reb+1ast, D.Schwartz 12+8reb+2ast, A.Duran 10+4reb+5ast, A.Baran 6+1reb, E.Sancakli 6+2reb+2ast
OGM Orman: B.Erol 30+5reb+6ast, B.Mbala 18+3reb+1ast, K.Clergeot 14+2reb+1ast, H.Avci 12+3reb+8ast, U.Yucedag 7+6reb+5ast, O.Tosun 5+4ast

Mamak - Final Spor 89-91

Very predictable result in Ankara where fifth ranked Final Spor (15-10) edged 10th ranked Mamak (10-15) 91-89 on Saturday. They outrebounded Mamak 40-28 including 26 on the defensive glass. Final Spor looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American LaceDarius Dunn (193-1987, college: Baylor) who helped to win the game recording 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Omer Sancakli (195-1992) who added 15 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American point guard Myles Mack (178-1993, college: Rutgers) with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists and his fellow American import Carlton Bragg Jr (208-1995, college: N.Mexico) scored 23 points and 8 rebounds. Four Final Spor and five Mamak players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Final Spor maintains fifth position with 15-10 record, which they share with TED Ankara. Mamak lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with 15 games lost. They share the position with Kocaeli and Haremspor. Final Spor will meet at home league's second-placed Samsunspor in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Mamak will play against Kocaeli (#12) in Izmit and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mamak: C.Bragg Jr. 23+8reb+2ast, M.Mack 21+5reb+11ast, M.Solkol 13+5reb+2ast, O.Sahin 12+5ast, U.Atin 10+2reb+2ast, Y.Omer 4+1reb+1ast
Final Spor: L.Dunn 20+5reb+4ast, M.Basturk 17+2reb+2ast, O.Sancakli 15+8reb+5ast, T.Alp Altunbey 10+8reb+3ast, T.Sezgun 8+4reb+1ast, A.Uruk 6+1reb

Balikesir - Haremspor 76-68

Not a big story in a game when 13th ranked Haremspor (10-15) was defeated on the road by seventh ranked Balikesir (14-11) 76-68 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Nakye Sanders (203-1997, college: Towson, agency: Helping Ballers) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds and the other American import guard Kahlil Dukes (183-1995, college: Niagara) who added 12 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Donte Clark (194-1994, college: Texas Southern, agency: Octagon Europe) with 18 points and 5 rebounds and the former international forward Izzet Turkyilmaz (212-1990) scored 7 points, 12 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 blocks. Haremspor's coach Adem Oren rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Balikesir maintains seventh position with 14-11 record. Newly promoted Haremspor dropped to the tenth place with 15 games lost. They share the position with Kocaeli and Mamak. Balikesir will meet higher ranked Mersin (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Haremspor will play against Sigortam.net (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Haremspor: D.Clark 18+5reb+2ast, G.Karabiyik 16+3reb, T.Gedikli 14+1reb+5ast, I.Turkyilmaz 7+12reb+5ast, B.Aksu 7+4reb, Y.Ali 3+2ast
Balikesir: N.Sanders 19+10reb, B.Aygunduz 17+5reb+1ast, K.Dukes 12+6reb+7ast, A.Isik 8+8reb+2ast, S.Ergin 8+2reb+2ast, M.Ozdemir 5+3reb+3ast

Antalya - TED Ankara 55-105

Everything went according to plan when sixth ranked TED Ankara (15-10) outleveled on the road bottom-ranked Antalya (2-23) 105-55 on Sunday. TED Ankara dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Antalya's 26. TED Ankara forced 20 Antalya turnovers and outrebounded them 49-38 including 38 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Antalya's players. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Servet Kurnaz (200-1999) who helped to win the game recording 17 points and 8 rebounds and swingman Kaan Sariaslan (193-1997) who added 17 points and 5 assists during the contest. Coach Korhan Aydanarig's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was Atahan Saylam (-1997) with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 15 rebounds and Yavuz Osmanli (-2003) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds. Five TED Ankara and four Antalya players scored in double figures. TED Ankara have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Final Spor. Antalya lost seventeenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 23 lost games. TED Ankara's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Ankara OGM Orman.
Top scorers:
Antalya: T.Dogancan 17+2reb+3ast, O.Yavuz 14+12reb+1ast, S.Atahan 13+15reb+2ast, G.Gokbay 11+2reb+2ast, Y.Ata 0+1reb+1ast, Y.Samir 0+2reb+1ast
TED Ankara: K.Sariaslan 17+2reb+5ast, S.Kurnaz 17+8reb+1ast, O.Kucuk 15+2reb+4ast, S.Gibson 13+5reb+2ast, C.Dalgali 12+5reb+3ast, G.Ahmet 9+1reb+9ast

Gemlik - Kocaeli 86-92

There was no surprise in Bursa where 14th ranked Gemlik (7-18) was defeated by twelfth ranked Kocaeli (10-15) 92-86 on Sunday. Kocaeli looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Gemlik's players. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Desure Buie (185-1997, college: Hofstra) who helped to win the game recording 31 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists and forward Murat Erensoy (201-1991) who added 16 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Kocaeli's coach Ahmet Yolcu used a ten-player rotation saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was American guard Jeremy Sheppard (185-1997, college: URI, agency: Mansfield and Associates) with 22 points and 4 assists and Batin Tuna (197-2003) scored 14 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Kocaeli moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Mamak and Haremspor. Gemlik at the other side dropped to the fifteenth position with 18 games lost. Kocaeli will meet at home Mamak (#11) in the next round. Gemlik will play against Bornova (#14) in Izmir and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Gemlik: J.Sheppard 22+2reb+4ast, T.Batin 14+7reb, E.Akyuz 13+5ast, C.Enis 11+5reb+1ast, D.Foster 10+6reb, Y.Baran 9+6reb
Kocaeli: D.Buie 31+5reb+8ast, M.Erensoy 16+11reb+2ast, N.Banyard 16+4reb, E.Beyaz 11+2reb+1ast, T.Mete 10+6reb+5ast, H.Sanli 3+5reb+1ast

Cagdas BS - Bornova 80-60

No shocking result in a game in Mugla where first ranked Cagdas BS (21-3) smashed 15th ranked Bornova (8-17) 80-60 on Sunday. Worth to mention a great performance of Hakan Yapar (202-1984) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 8 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and American point guard Chris Warren (177-1988, college: Ole Miss) who added 19 points and 7 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was Efe Sarica (190-2002) with 14 points and 6 rebounds and American power forward Brandon Huffman (208-1998, college: JSU) scored 9 points and 12 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Cagdas BS have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Newly promoted Cagdas BS maintains first position with 21-3 record. Bornova at the other side dropped to the fourteenth place with 17 games lost. Cagdas BS will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Bornova will play against Gemlik (#15) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Bornova: S.Efe 14+6reb+2ast, T.Franklin 13+1reb+4ast, B.Huffman 9+12reb, S.Senturk 9+3reb, G.Oguzhan 6+2reb, O.Cagatay 5+2reb+1ast
Cagdas BS: C.Warren 19+1reb+7ast, H.Yapar 18+8reb+2ast, R.Solomon 17+8reb, A.Cantitiz 9+3reb+6ast, Y.Sarikaya 6+6reb, E.Ilter 4+3reb+1ast

Sigortam.net - Yalovaspor 84-89

Very expected game in Balikesir where 8th ranked Sigortam.net (12-13) was defeated by fourth ranked Yalovaspor (16-9) 89-84 on Monday. Yalovaspor forced 20 Sigortam.net turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American Ricky Ledo (201-1992, college: Providence, agency: Slash Sports) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 5 assists and naturalized Azerbaijani Orhan Haciyeva (200-1989) who added 17 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. The best for the losing side was Serbian center Vladimir Stimac (210-1987) with 24 points and 9 rebounds and American guard Sherron Dorsey-Walker (195-1993, college: Oakland) scored 16 points and 5 rebounds. Five Yalovaspor and four Sigortam.net players scored in double figures. Sigortam.net's coach Ceyhun Cabadak rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Yalovaspor have an impressive five-game winning streak. Newly promoted Yalovaspor maintains fourth position with 16-9 record. Sigortam.net lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 13 games lost. Yalovaspor will meet at home bottom-ranked Antalya (#16) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Sigortam.net will play against Haremspor (#10) in Istanbul and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sigortam.net: V.Stimac 24+9reb+3ast, H.Kandemir 19+2ast, U.Gecen 16+3ast, S.Dorsey-Walker 16+5reb+3ast, C.Ozcan 4+3reb+2ast, G.Yazicioglu 3+1reb+1ast
Yalovaspor: R.Ledo 26+4reb+5ast, O.Haciyeva 17+6reb, J.McNeace 13+4reb, K.Bayram 11+1reb+6ast, M.Kapucu 10+2reb+1ast, B.Ozkan 5+1ast

Fenerbahce 2 - Antalya 93-51

Very predictable result in Istanbul where eleventh ranked Fenerbahce 2 (9-15) outscored bottom-ranked Antalya (2-23) 93-51 on Sunday. Fenerbahce 2 dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Antalya's 32. Fenerbahce 2 forced 21 Antalya turnovers and outrebounded them 48-33 including 17 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Marreon Jackson (185, college: Arizona St.) who helped to win the game recording 13 points, 5 assists and 6 steals and center Ismail Karabilen (206-2001) who added 13 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Fenerbahce 2's coach Ertug Tuzcukaya felt very confident that he used entire bench saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was Dogancan Topcuoglu (-2001) with 14 points and Atahan Saylam (-1997) scored 8 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Despite that victory Fenerbahce 2 went down to thirteenth position due to points difference. Antalya lost seventeenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 23 lost games. Fenerbahce 2 will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Antalya will play against Yalovaspor (#4) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Antalya: T.Dogancan 14+3reb+3ast, G.Gokbay 14+4reb+2ast, S.Atahan 8+7reb+5ast, O.Yavuz 7+9reb+3ast, C.Ahmet 4+1reb, T.Koray 2+1reb
Fenerbahce 2: I.Karabilen 13+6reb+1ast, M.Jackson 13+3reb+5ast, D.Schwartz 12+3reb+2ast, I.Avsar 11+2reb+1ast, B.Bayar 9+6reb+1ast, A.Baran 8+2reb+1ast

TED Ankara - Sigortam.net 58-56

The most exciting game of round 24 in the TBL took place in Ankara. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 8th ranked Sigortam.net (12-13) to sixth ranked TED Ankara (15-10) 58-56 on Sunday evening. The best player for the winners was American guard Shane Gibson (188-1990, college: Sacred Heart) who scored 21 points and 6 rebounds. The other American import center Brandon Walters (208-1995, college: MTSU) chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Cenk Sekeroglu (203-1991) who recorded 11 points and 7 rebounds and Serbian center Vladimir Stimac (210-1987) added 7 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. TED Ankara have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Final Spor. Sigortam.net lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 13 games lost. TED Ankara's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Ankara OGM Orman.
Top scorers:
Sigortam.net: C.Sekeroglu 11+7reb, G.Yazicioglu 9+5reb+1ast, S.Mentese 8+1reb+1ast, S.Dorsey-Walker 8+1reb+2ast, C.Ozcan 7+4reb, V.Stimac 7+9reb+2ast
TED Ankara: S.Gibson 21+6reb+3ast, B.Walters 14+8reb+2ast, K.Sariaslan 7+4reb+6ast, C.Dalgali 6+5reb, D.Sonmez 4+5reb, A.Kaya 3+4reb

Haremspor - Samsunspor 75-86

Not a big story in a game in Istanbul where 13th ranked Haremspor (10-15) was defeated by second ranked Samsunspor (20-5) 86-75 on Saturday. Samsunspor looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American point guard Marquis Wright (185-1995, college: Siena) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 13 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists and Senegalese center Abdoulaye Gueye (206-1994, college: Georgia Tech) who added 16 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international forward Izzet Turkyilmaz (212-1990) with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists and American guard Donte Clark (194-1994, college: Texas Southern, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Samsunspor and four Haremspor players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Samsunspor have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 20-5 record behind leader Cagdas BS. Newly promoted Haremspor dropped to the tenth place with 15 games lost. They share the position with Kocaeli and Mamak. Samsunspor will meet Final Spor (#5) in the next round. Haremspor will play against Sigortam.net (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Haremspor: D.Clark 20+5reb+4ast, I.Turkyilmaz 14+15reb+6ast, U.Saraloglu 14+1reb+6ast, B.Aksu 10+7reb, Y.Ali 8+1reb+1ast, A.Guney 5+3reb+2ast
Samsunspor: A.Gueye 16+8reb+1ast, G.Bas 14+6reb+2ast, K.Muhammet 14+3reb+1ast, M.Wright 13+6reb+10ast, D.Sanli 10+6reb+4ast, E.Yasar 8+2reb+1ast

Kocaeli - Cagdas BS 77-92

Everything went according to plan in Izmit where first ranked Cagdas BS (21-3) won against 12th ranked Kocaeli (10-15) 92-77 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of American point guard Chris Warren (177-1988, college: Ole Miss) who helped to win the game recording 33 points (!!!) and 4 assists and Hakan Yapar (202-1984) who added 14 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Five Cagdas BS players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American forward Nick Banyard (203-1994, college: UCF, agency: Octagon Europe) with 24 points and 8 rebounds and the former international point guard Ibrahim Yildirim (190-1990) scored 15 points. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Cagdas BS have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Newly promoted Cagdas BS maintains first position with 21-3 record. Kocaeli at the other side dropped to the tenth place with 15 games lost. They share the position with Mamak and Haremspor. Cagdas BS will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kocaeli will play against Mamak (#11) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Kocaeli: N.Banyard 24+8reb+3ast, I.Yildirim 15+4reb+3ast, D.Buie 10+2reb+6ast, E.Beyaz 9+6reb, M.Erensoy 6+4reb+1ast, U.Mert 5+4reb+1ast
Cagdas BS: C.Warren 33+1reb+4ast, H.Yapar 14+8reb+6ast, R.Solomon 12+8reb+1ast, H.Cavit 11+6ast, A.Cantitiz 10+5reb, Y.Sarikaya 8+6reb+1ast

Mersin - Final Spor 74-82

Very important is a home loss of third ranked Mersin (19-6) against fifth ranked Final Spor (15-10) on Saturday night. Host Mersin was defeated by Final Spor in a tough game in Mersin 74-82. It was a good game for Jamaican power forward Clint Robinson (203-1994, college: UIC) who led his team to a victory with 8 points and 12 rebounds. American LaceDarius Dunn (193-1987, college: Baylor) contributed with 16 points for the winners. Four Final Spor players scored in double figures. American power forward Aaron Jones (206-1993, college: Ole Miss) replied with 21 points and 9 rebounds and his fellow American import guard Tobin Carberry (193-1991, college: LIU Post) added 4 points and 12 assists in the effort for Mersin. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Final Spor maintains fifth position with 15-10 record, which they share with TED Ankara. Mersin lost third consecutive game. They keep the third place with six games lost. Final Spor will play against league's second-placed Samsunspor at home in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Mersin will play against Balikesir and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Mersin: A.Jones 21+9reb+2ast, O.Kerem 15+2reb+1ast, K.Uzunhasan 9+3reb+3ast, A.Karahan 7+2reb+2ast, B.Genc 7+1reb+1ast, M.Kizil 6+5reb+2ast
Final Spor: L.Dunn 16+4reb+1ast, O.Sancakli 15+2reb+3ast, S.Edge 14+1reb+6ast, T.Alp Altunbey 12+4reb+2ast, T.Sezgun 9+5reb+2ast, C.Robinson 8+12reb+2ast

BSL Round 24: Pinar Karsiyaka is upset by Socar Petkim - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most important game in the last round took place in Petkim between third ranked Pinar Karsiyaka (18-7) and thirteenth ranked Socar Petkim (10-15) on Saturday night. Pinar Karsiyaka was defeated by Socar Petkim in a tough game on the road 85-90. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Pinar Karsiyaka. Socar Petkim looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was American Peyton Aldridge (203-1995, college: Davidson) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 14 rebounds. The other American import center Jeremy Simmons (204-1989, college: Charleston) chipped in 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Colombian swingman Braian Angola-Rodas (198-1994, college: FSU) who recorded 24 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Socar Petkim moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Pinar Karsiyaka at the other side keeps the third position with seven games lost. They share it with Anadolu Efes.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Ankara. First ranked Turk Telekom faced second-best Fenerbahce. Host Turk Telekom (22-3) defeated guests from Istanbul (20-5) 83-72. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Fenerbahce. The game was dominated by American players. It was a good game for power forward Tyrique Jones (206-1997, college: Xavier, agency: Pensack Sports) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds. Jerian Grant contributed with 18 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Turk Telekom's coach Erdem Can allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Center Johnathan Motley (208-1995, college: Baylor) replied with 25 points and 7 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) for Fenerbahce. Turk Telekom have an impressive 12-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 22-3 record. Defending champion Fenerbahce keeps the second place with five games lost.
We should mention about the upset which took place in Gaziantep, where higher ranked Galatasaray (11-14) lost to fifteenth ranked Gaziantep (8-17) in a road game 78-96 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of Codi Miller-McIntyre who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 10 points, 6 rebounds, 11 assists and 5 steals. The best for the losing side was Angelo Caloiaro with 23 points and 5 rebounds (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!). Gaziantep moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with Besiktas. Loser Galatasaray keeps the seventh position with 14 games lost.

Rest of the games of round 24 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Buyukcekmece was defeated by Bahcesehir in Istanbul 92-77. Merkezefendi was beaten by Tofas at home 88-95. Manisa lost to Darussafaka on the opponent's court 84-95. Bursaspor managed to outperform Konyaspor in a home game 74-63. Besiktas recorded a loss to Anadolu Efes on the road 104-88.
The best stats of 24th round was 19 points and 12 rebounds by Ante Zizic of Anadolu Efes.

Bahcesehir - Buyukcekmece 92-77

There was a minor upset in Istanbul where 9th ranked Buyukcekmece (10-15) was defeated by twelfth ranked Acibadem (10-15) 92-77 on Saturday. Acibadem made 26-of-32 free shots (81.3 percent) during the game, while Buyukcekmece only scored ten points from the stripe. Acibadem looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of international swingman Yigit Arslan (198-1996) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and 5 rebounds and French center Jerry Boutsiele (207-1992) who added 15 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Four Acibadem players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American point guard Jordon Crawford (168-1990, college: BGSU, agency: Slash Sports) with 27 points and 4 assists and his fellow American import point guard Briante Weber (188-1992, college: VCU) scored 17 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Acibadem moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 5 other teams including defeated Buyukcekmece. Buyukcekmece lost third consecutive game.
Top scorers:
Bahcesehir: Y.Arslan 22+5reb+2ast, J.Boutsiele 15+7reb+5ast, M.Baygul 13+4reb+5ast, J.Smith 13+3reb+2ast, J.Gist 8+2reb+2ast, H.Ozdemir 8+1reb+1ast
Buyukcekmece: J.Crawford 27+2reb+4ast, B.Weber 17+8reb+2ast, T.Erulku 9+2reb, D.Rivers 9+5reb+1ast, T.Harris 6+1ast, M.Sajus 5+4reb+3ast

Petkim - Pinar Karsiyaka 90-85

The most important game in the last round took place in Petkim between third ranked Pinar Karsiyaka (18-7) and thirteenth ranked Socar Petkim (10-15) on Saturday night. Pinar Karsiyaka was defeated by Socar Petkim in a tough game on the road 85-90. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Pinar Karsiyaka. Socar Petkim looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was American Peyton Aldridge (203-1995, college: Davidson) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 14 rebounds. The other American import center Jeremy Simmons (204-1989, college: Charleston) chipped in 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Simmons is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the other side the best for losing team was Colombian swingman Braian Angola-Rodas (198-1994, college: FSU) who recorded 24 points and 6 rebounds and Dominican Angel Delgado (208-1994, college: Seton Hall) added 13 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Five Socar Petkim and four Pinar Karsiyaka players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Socar Petkim moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Pinar Karsiyaka at the other side keeps the third position with seven games lost. They share it with Anadolu Efes.
Top scorers:
Petkim: P.Booth 16+2reb+1ast, P.Aldridge 16+14reb+1ast, J.Perkins 14+2reb+6ast, K.Chery 13+3reb+2ast, J.Simmons 12+6reb+4ast, I.Ulusoy 7+6ast
Pinar Karsiyaka: B.Angola-Rodas 24+6reb+3ast, A.Delgado 13+5reb+2ast, M.Kuzminskas 11+2reb+3ast, V.Brown 10+3reb+1ast, J.Brown 9+3reb+2ast, B.Durmaz 8+4reb

Gaziantep - Galatasaray 96-78

We should mention about the upset which took place in Gaziantep, where higher ranked Galatasaray (11-14) lost to fifteenth ranked Gaziantep (8-17) in a road game 78-96 on Saturday. Gaziantep shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 61.5 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American-Bulgarian point guard Codi Miller-McIntyre (191-1994, college: Wake Forest) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 10 points, 6 rebounds, 11 assists and 5 steals and Nigerian center John Egbunu (211-1994, college: Florida) who added 17 points (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!) during the contest. Five Gaziantep players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Italian-American forward Angelo Caloiaro (203-1989, college: USF, agency: Pensack Sports) with 23 points and 5 rebounds (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!) and Canadian-Jamaican guard Dylan Ennis (188-1991, college: Oregon) scored 18 points and 7 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Gaziantep moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with Besiktas. Loser Galatasaray keeps the seventh position with 14 games lost.
Top scorers:
Gaziantep: J.Egbunu 17+4reb+2ast, C.Ugur Ogut 14+1reb+1ast, D.Dotson 14+4reb+4ast, C.Frankamp 13+2reb+1ast, R.Luther 13+1reb+1ast, C.Miller-McIntyre 10+6reb+11ast
Galatasaray: A.Caloiaro 23+5reb+2ast, D.Ennis 18+3reb+7ast, S.Kabaca 14+3reb+2ast, T.McGee 9+5reb+2ast, D.Ristic 5+3reb+1ast, M.Agva 4

Merkezefendi - Tofas 88-95

There was a surprise result in Denizl where thirteenth ranked Tofas (10-15) defeated higher ranked Merkezefendi (10-15) 95-88 on Sunday. Tofas made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American Milton Doyle (193-1993, college: Loyola, IL) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists and the other American import power forward Brady Manek (206-1998, college: UNC) who added 23 points during the contest. Five Tofas players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Canadian guard Xavier Rathan-Mayes (193-1994, college: FSU, agency: Diamond Sports) with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and Altan Erol (195-1983) scored 22 points and 6 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Tofas moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 5 other teams including defeated Merkezefendi. Merkezefendi lost fourth consecutive game.
Top scorers:
Tofas: B.Manek 23+4reb+1ast, M.Doyle 23+6reb+11ast, A.Milaknis 16+1reb+1ast, B.Toure 15+10reb+1ast, R.Gray 14+3reb, B.Ugurlu 4+2reb+6ast
Merkezefendi: X.Rathan-Mayes 26+10reb+5ast, A.Erol 22+6reb+1ast, A.Harrison 12+5reb+3ast, T.Gielo 8+3reb+4ast, A.Tuluoglu 7+2ast, J.Hamilton 7+7reb

Darussafaka - Manisa 95-84

Rather expected game in Istanbul where 8th ranked Manisa (10-15) was defeated by sixth ranked Dacka (13-12) 95-84 on Sunday. Dacka made 24-of-30 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of British center Gabriel Olaseni (211-1991, college: Iowa) who helped to win the game recording 14 points and 9 rebounds and international power forward Ercan Osmani (206-1998) who added 23 points during the contest. The best for the losing side was American point guard Ricky Tarrant (188-1993, college: Memphis) with 23 points and 4 assists and his fellow American import forward Cecil Williams (198-1995, college: CMU) scored 12 points and 8 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Five Dacka and four Manisa players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Dacka maintains sixth position with 13-12 record. Newly promoted Manisa keeps the eighth place with 15 games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams.
Top scorers:
Darussafaka: E.Osmani 23+1ast, A.White 14+5reb, G.Olaseni 14+9reb+3ast, D.Ozdemiroglu 12+4reb+5ast, C.Korkmaz 10+3reb+5ast, W.McCullough 8+1reb+1ast
Manisa: R.Tarrant 23+4reb+4ast, J.Roberson 16+1reb+5ast, T.Sav 12+5reb+1ast, C.Williams 12+8reb+3ast, A.Kahraman 8+2reb, T.Birer 4+5reb

Turk Telekom - Fenerbahce 83-72

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Ankara. First ranked Turk Telekom faced second-best Fenerbahce. Host Turk Telekom (22-3) defeated guests from Istanbul (20-5) 83-72. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Fenerbahce. Turk Telekom shot the lights out from three nailing 12 long-distance shots on high 63.2 percentage. The game was dominated by American players. It was a good game for power forward Tyrique Jones (206-1997, college: Xavier, agency: Pensack Sports) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds. Guard Jerian Grant (196-1992, college: Notre Dame) contributed with 18 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Four Turk Telekom players scored in double figures. Turk Telekom's coach Erdem Can allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Center Johnathan Motley (208-1995, college: Baylor) replied with 25 points and 7 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and forward Nigel Hayes-Davis (203-1994, college: Wisconsin) added 10 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Fenerbahce. Turk Telekom have an impressive 12-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 22-3 record. Defending champion Fenerbahce keeps the second place with five games lost.
Top scorers:
Turk Telekom: J.Grant 18+6reb+2ast, A.Bouteille 14+1reb+4ast, T.Jones 13+12reb+2ast, T.Taylor 13+2reb+5ast, N.Sestina 10+6reb, E.Yilmaz 9+4reb+3ast
Fenerbahce: J.Motley 25+7reb+2ast, N.Hayes-Davis 10+6reb+3ast, C.Edwards 10+1reb+2ast, D.Pierre 9+4reb+2ast, S.Hazer 6+4reb+4ast, T.Biberovic 6+3reb+1ast

Bursaspor - Konyaspor 74-63

Very predictable result when fifth ranked Bursaspor (15-10) beat at home bottom-ranked Konyaspor (7-18) 74-63 on Sunday. Bursaspor forced 19 Konyaspor turnovers and outrebounded them 40-27 including 27 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of Greek-American center Zach Auguste (208-1993, college: Notre Dame, agency: Pensack Sports) who helped to win the game recording 9 points and 18 rebounds and the former international swingman Onuralp Bitim (196-1999) who added 16 points during the contest. The best for the losing side was American-Slovenian center Jordan Morgan (204-1991, college: Michigan) with 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and Mexican-American point guard Alexander Perez-Kaufmann (191-1993, agency: Pro Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 assists. Four Bursaspor and five Konyaspor players scored in double figures. Konyaspor's coach Sinan Cambel rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Bursaspor maintains fifth position with 15-10 record. Newly promoted Konyaspor stay at the bottom place with 18 games lost.
Top scorers:
Bursaspor: O.Bitim 16+1reb+2ast, O.Al 11+1reb+2ast, D.Dudzinski 11+5reb+1ast, Y.Saybir 10+7reb+1ast, A.Andrews 10+3reb+3ast, Z.Auguste 9+18reb+1ast
Konyaspor: A.Perez-Kaufmann 13+10ast, J.Morgan 13+7reb+4ast, J.Eddie 12+5reb, G.Schilling 10+7reb+1ast, R.Badzim 10+3reb+2ast, S.Saglam 5+4reb+1ast

Anadolu Efes - Besiktas 104-88

Not a big story in a game in Istanbul where 14th ranked Besiktas (8-17) was defeated by fourth ranked Efes (18-7) 104-88 on Monday. Efes shot 61.3 percent from the field. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Croatian center Ante Zizic (209-1997) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!) and Serbian point guard Vasilije Micic (196-1994) who added 19 points and 12 assists during the contest. Five Efes players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American Jordan Usher (201-1999, college: Georgia Tech) with 24 points and his fellow American import Allerik Freeman (190-1994, college: NC State) scored 21 points and 6 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Efes moved-up to third place, which they share with Pinar Karsiyaka. Loser Besiktas keeps the fourteenth position with 17 games lost. They share it with Gaziantep.
Top scorers:
Anadolu Efes: V.Micic 19+12ast, A.Zizic 19+12reb+2ast, A.M'Baye 17+4reb+2ast, R.Beaubois 16+1reb+2ast, W.Clyburn 14+4reb+1ast, S.Larkin 8+4reb+3ast
Besiktas: J.Usher 24+4reb+1ast, A.Freeman 21+6ast, P.Jackson-Cartwright 13+1reb+7ast, Y.Samet 10+2reb, E.Guven 9+7reb+2ast, M.Sokolowski 7+4reb+4ast

U19 League Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Gaziantep and Anadolu Efes register wins - by Eurobasket News

Gaziantep - Gelisim Koleji 98-84

Gaziantep players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. Guard Emir Sivas (176-2005) nailed a double-double by scoring 29 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists for the winning side and guard Ibrahim Yilmaz (192-2005) accounted for 22 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Gaziantep players scored in double figures. Dogan Bozveli (-2005) came up with 13 points and 6 assists and Bora Duzsoz (-2005) added 9 points and 10 rebounds respectively for Ozel Gelisim Koleji in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Gaziantep: S.Emir 29+5reb+10ast, Y.Ibrahim 22+6reb+6ast, G.Emirali 16+9reb+1ast, A.Turan 10+8reb+3ast, B.Arda 7+4reb+2ast, O.Dogukan 7+5reb
Gelisim Koleji: B.Dogan 13+3reb+6ast, K.Baris 13+5reb, G.Emir 12+4reb+2ast, D.Bora 9+10reb+2ast, A.Emir 8+6reb+1ast, E.Bartu 8+8reb+4ast

Anadolu Efes - Besiktas 85-78

Forward Karahan Efeoglu (203-2004) stepped up and scored 22 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and center Emre Tunca (207-1991) chipped in 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. At the losing side point guard Yagiz Aksu (195-2006) responded with 22 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and Ata Engin (-2004) scored 19 points and 6 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Besiktas' coach Recep Mermerci rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
Anadolu Efes: E.Tunca 23+6reb+5ast, E.Karahan 22+8reb+4ast, P.Erbey 12+1reb+1ast, O.Kaan 10+4reb+3ast, D.Mehmet 6+2reb, A.Salih 4+7reb+1ast
Besiktas: A.Yagiz 22+7reb+5ast, E.Ata 19+6reb+1ast, G.Yusuf 14+7reb+1ast, O.Ahmet 11+7reb+3ast, A.Anil 6+4reb+1ast, B.Ege 6+1reb+4ast

TBL Round 25: Balikesir defeat Mersin in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News

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

The most exciting game of round 25 in the TBL took place in Mersin. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of 3rd placed Mersin (19-6) to seventh ranked Balikesir (14-11) 66-65 on Saturday evening. Power forward Ali Isik (206-1990) stepped up and scored 15 points and 9 rebounds for the winners and American guard Kahlil Dukes (183-1995, college: Niagara) chipped in 13 points and 6 assists. At the losing side Alp Karahan (193-1998) responded with 12 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Balikesir maintains seventh place with 14-11 record. Mersin lost third consecutive game. They keep the third position with six games lost. Balikesir are looking forward to face higher ranked Final Spor (#5) in Bursa in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Mersin will play on the road against Sigortam.net in Balikesir and is hoping to win this game.
The game in Bursa was also worth to mention about. Second ranked Samsunspor (20-5) played at the court of 5th ranked Final Spor (15-10). Samsunspor defeated Final Spor 78-67. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Final Spor. Forward Muhammet Kalkan (203-2000) nailed 20 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and Marquis Wright accounted for 12 points and 5 assists. American LaceDarius Dunn (193-1987, college: Baylor) came up with 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for Final Spor in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Samsunspor have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain second place with 20-5 record behind leader Cagdas BS. Final Spor at the other side keeps the fifth position with ten games lost. They share it with TED Ankara. Samsunspor will play against Mamak (#11) in Ankara in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Final Spor will play on the road against Balikesir (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
An interesting game took place in Istanbul where higher ranked Sigortam.net (12-13) was upset on the court of thirteenth ranked Haremspor (10-15) 75-69 on Sunday. Donte Clark fired 28 points for the winners. Vladimir Stimac produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds for lost side. Haremspor moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Kocaeli and Mamak. Sigortam.net lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 13 games lost. Haremspor will meet bottom-ranked Antalya (#16) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Sigortam.net will play against Mersin (#3) and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 25: Gemlik lost to Bornova on the opponent's court 68-84. TED Ankara outscored OGM Orman in a home game 88-64. Bottom-ranked Antalya was rolled over Yalovaspor on the road 100-63. Kocaeli defeated Mamak on its own court 80-72.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 19 points and 6 rebounds by Tugberk Gedikli of Haremspor.

Bornova - Gemlik 84-68

Everything could happen in Izmir at the game between two tied teams. Both fifteenth ranked Bornova and 14th ranked Gemlik had identical 7-17 record. This time Bornova used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Bursa 84-68 on Friday night. Bornova had a 31-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Baris Unlu (-2001) fired 26 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. American power forward Brandon Huffman (208-1998, college: JSU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). American guard Jeremy Sheppard (185-1997, college: URI, agency: Mansfield and Associates) produced 23 points and guard Eray Akyuz (187-2000) added 19 points respectively for lost side. Gemlik's coach Fatih Gezer rotated twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Bornova (8-17) moved-up to fourteenth place. Loser Gemlik dropped to the fifteenth position with 18 games lost. Bornova will meet higher ranked Kocaeli (#12) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Gemlik will play against Fenerbahce 2 and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Bornova: U.Baris 26+7reb+1ast, B.Huffman 19+12reb+1ast, T.Franklin 14+4reb+7ast, S.Efe 8+3reb+3ast, O.Cagatay 6+4reb+4ast, G.Oguzhan 6
Gemlik: J.Sheppard 23+1reb+3ast, E.Akyuz 19+4reb+3ast, S.Bora 7+2reb, Y.Baran 6+3reb, P.Utku 4+3reb, Y.Koca 4+5reb

TED Ankara - OGM Orman 88-64

Rather predictable result when sixth ranked TED Ankara (15-10) smashed at home 9th ranked OGM Orman (11-14) 88-64 on Saturday. TED Ankara looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American center Brandon Walters (208-1995, college: MTSU) fired a double-double by scoring 25 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Point guard Omer Kucuk (188-2001) chipped in 18 points. Four TED Ankara players scored in double figures. TED Ankara's coach Korhan Aydanarig felt very confident that he used 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. American guard Keon Clergeot (185-1996, college: SE Louisiana, agency: GoEmpire Group) produced 13 points and forward Utku Yucedag (198-1994) added 6 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. TED Ankara have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Final Spor. Loser OGM Orman keeps the ninth position with 14 games lost. TED Ankara will meet league's leader Cagdas BS in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. OGM Orman will play against Yalovaspor (#4) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
TED Ankara: B.Walters 25+11reb+4ast, O.Kucuk 18+3reb+3ast, K.Sariaslan 14+1reb+3ast, A.Akcam 13+2reb+4ast, S.Gibson 6+2reb+1ast, G.Ahmet 5+4reb+3ast
OGM Orman: K.Clergeot 13+3reb+3ast, H.Avci 12+5reb, B.Erol 8+6reb+5ast, S.Ekmen 7+1reb, M.Atar 7+2reb, B.Mbala 6+4reb+2ast

Final Spor - Samsunspor 67-78

The game in Bursa was also worth to mention about. Second ranked Samsunspor (20-5) played at the court of 5th ranked Final Spor (15-10). Samsunspor defeated Final Spor 78-67. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Final Spor. Samsunspor players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. They brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. Forward Muhammet Kalkan (203-2000) nailed 20 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and American point guard Marquis Wright (185-1995, college: Siena) accounted for 12 points and 5 assists. American LaceDarius Dunn (193-1987, college: Baylor) came up with 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Omer Sancakli (195-1992) added 14 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Final Spor in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Samsunspor have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain second place with 20-5 record behind leader Cagdas BS. Final Spor at the other side keeps the fifth position with ten games lost. They share it with TED Ankara. Samsunspor will play against Mamak (#11) in Ankara in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Final Spor will play on the road against Balikesir (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Samsunspor: K.Muhammet 20+8reb+5ast, M.Wright 12+2reb+5ast, G.Bas 12+6reb+1ast, D.Sanli 9+2reb+2ast, A.Genc 8+2ast, M.Sert 5+2reb+1ast
Final Spor: L.Dunn 14+5reb+4ast, O.Sancakli 14+6reb+1ast, S.Edge 9+3ast, T.Sezgun 8+6reb+2ast, Y.Ozan 8+4reb+1ast, C.Robinson 6+9reb+1ast

Mersin - Balikesir 65-66

The most exciting game of round 25 in the TBL took place in Mersin. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of 3rd placed Mersin (19-6) to seventh ranked Balikesir (14-11) 66-65 on Saturday evening. Power forward Ali Isik (206-1990) stepped up and scored 15 points and 9 rebounds for the winners and American guard Kahlil Dukes (183-1995, college: Niagara) chipped in 13 points and 6 assists. At the losing side Alp Karahan (193-1998) responded with 12 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Koray Uzunhasan (186-1992) scored 9 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. Balikesir maintains seventh place with 14-11 record. Mersin lost third consecutive game. They keep the third position with six games lost. Balikesir are looking forward to face higher ranked Final Spor (#5) in Bursa in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Mersin will play on the road against Sigortam.net in Balikesir and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Balikesir: A.Isik 15+9reb+3ast, K.Dukes 13+4reb+6ast, N.Sanders 10+12reb+1ast, B.Aygunduz 9+6reb+3ast, A.Erdek 7+2ast, B.Isik 4+2reb
Mersin: B.Genc 14+6reb, M.Kizil 12+1reb+1ast, A.Karahan 12+8reb+5ast, R.Dogrusoz 9+1reb+3ast, K.Uzunhasan 9+7reb+5ast, O.Kerem 7+3reb+4ast

Yalovaspor - Antalya 100-63

Not a big story in a game when 16th ranked Antalya (2-23) was rolled over on the road by fourth ranked Yalovaspor (16-9) 100-63 on Sunday. Yalovaspor looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Antalya's players. Forward Tunahan Dikmen (203-1994) fired a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Deniz Cevik (194-1994) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Five Yalovaspor players scored in double figures. Yalovaspor's coach Dervis Guney felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Gokbay Gok (-2003) produced 21 points and 7 rebounds and Dogancan Topcuoglu (-2001) added 19 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Yalovaspor have an impressive series of five victories in a row. Newly promoted Yalovaspor maintains fourth place with 16-9 record. Antalya lost seventeenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 23 lost games. Yalovaspor will meet OGM Orman (#9) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Antalya will play against Haremspor (#10) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Yalovaspor: T.Dikmen 19+10reb+1ast, D.Cevik 18+6reb+2ast, B.Enes 16+2reb+1ast, M.Kapucu 12+7reb+1ast, R.Ledo 10+6reb, B.Ozkan 10+5reb+8ast
Antalya: G.Gokbay 21+7reb+3ast, T.Dogancan 19+7reb+2ast, T.Koray 9+6reb+1ast, O.Yavuz 6+5reb+3ast, S.Atahan 4+4reb, Y.Ata 2+1reb

Kocaeli - Mamak 80-72

There was a small surprise in Izmit where twelfth ranked Kocaeli (10-15) beat 10th ranked Mamak (10-15) 80-72 on Sunday. Kocaeli forced 22 Mamak turnovers. American guard Desure Buie (185-1997, college: Hofstra) fired 27 points, 6 assists and 5 steals for the winners. Mert Ulutas (-1997) chipped in 15 points. American Carlton Bragg Jr (208-1995, college: N.Mexico) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds and the other American import point guard Myles Mack (178-1993, college: Rutgers) added 16 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Mamak players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Kocaeli moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Mamak and Haremspor. Mamak lost sixth consecutive game. Kocaeli will meet at home Bornova (#14) in the next round. Mamak will play against the league's second-placed Samsunspor (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Kocaeli: D.Buie 27+4reb+6ast, U.Mert 15+3reb+1ast, E.Beyaz 10+4reb+2ast, I.Yildirim 8+3reb+2ast, B.Dilmac 7+6reb+1ast, N.Banyard 6+7reb+2ast
Mamak: C.Bragg Jr. 18+12reb, M.Mack 16+5reb+3ast, U.Atin 15+4reb+4ast, G.Akkoyunlu 10+8reb+3ast, Y.Bartu 6+3reb, Y.Omer 3+3reb

Haremspor - Sigortam.net 75-69

An interesting game took place in Istanbul where higher ranked Sigortam.net (12-13) was upset on the court of thirteenth ranked Haremspor (10-15) 75-69 on Sunday. Haremspor made 27-of-29 free shots (93.1 percent) during the game, while Sigortam.net only scored eleven points from the stripe. American guard Donte Clark (194-1994, college: Texas Southern, agency: Octagon Europe) fired 28 points for the winners. Guard Tugberk Gedikli (192-1991) chipped in 19 points and 6 rebounds. Serbian center Vladimir Stimac (210-1987) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds and forward Deniz Celen (203-1997, college: SFC, agency: Octagon Europe) added 13 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Sigortam.net players scored in double figures. Haremspor moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Kocaeli and Mamak. Sigortam.net lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 13 games lost. Haremspor will meet bottom-ranked Antalya (#16) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Sigortam.net will play against Mersin (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Haremspor: D.Clark 28+4reb+3ast, T.Gedikli 19+6reb+3ast, I.Turkyilmaz 10+8reb+2ast, U.Saraloglu 9+1reb+6ast, B.Aksu 5+9reb, G.Karabiyik 4+2reb
Sigortam.net: D.Celen 13+7reb+2ast, V.Stimac 12+12reb+3ast, G.Yazicioglu 12+6reb+2ast, H.Kandemir 11+1reb+3ast, U.Gecen 8+2reb+3ast, C.Ozcan 6+4ast

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Nyuot number one in Uganda NBL for round 7 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Chuol Nyuot put on an amazing game in the last round for Blazers, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 7.
The player had a double-double of 22 points and 13 rebounds, while his team outclassed Rezlife S. (#12, 1-5) with 29-point margin 85-56. Blazers maintains the 3rd position in Ugandan NBL. They would have been even better if they did not have these two lost games earlier in Regular Season. Blazers will need more victories to improve their 4-2 record. It's Nyuot's second year at Blazers and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Chuol Nyuot averages this season 7.5ppg and 6.3rpg.

The second best player in last round's games was young Micheal Otieno (193-G-1993) of Rezlife S.. Otieno had a very good evening with 19 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as Rezlife S. lost that game 56-85 to the higher-ranked Blazers (#3, 4-2). Rezlife S. are still at the very bottom. 5 lost games are too many comparing to just one victory Rezlife S. managed to get this year. Otieno is one of the most experienced players at Rezlife S. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third on the list of top players last round was center Daniel Gaaki (C-1992) of KCCA P. (#4). Gaaki showcased his all-around game by recording 14 points, six rebounds and nine assists in the last round. He was a key player of KCCA P., leading his team to a 78-69 win against the lower-ranked JKL Dolphins (#9, 1-3). KCCA P. needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 3 victories and 3 lost games. Gaaki has a great season in Uganda. After only 6 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 4.3apg (best passer). He also has 3.2spg and FGP: 60.0%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Ruai Luak (196-G/F-2004) of City Oilers - 26 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Gideon Eotu (2001) of JKL Dolphins - 15 points and 9 rebounds
6. Joseph Kumbai) of Ndejje Angels - 13 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Titus Lual (C) of City Oilers - 15 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Jimmy Otim (1999) of UCU Canons - 27 points and 6 rebounds
9. Kur Garang) of Kampala R. - 13 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Salim Kisilu) of KCCA P. - 14 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists

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

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Shabab Al-Ahli win the Finals opener - by Eurobasket News

Shabab Al-Ahli won the Finals opener defeating Al-Nasr 86-80. The latter started strong and grabbed a 10-point lead at the end of the first period. Shabab Al-Ahli replied with a 28-24 run in the second frame to reduce to 6 at the halftime. Moreover, Shabab Al-Ahli won the third quarter 18-12 and closed the game with a final 22-16 rally.
Game 2 is scheduled for April 29th.

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BBL Round 25: Leicester Riders edge Giants by one point - by Eurobasket News

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

Fifth-ranked Giants (17-18) made lots of trouble for second ranked Leicester Riders (24-10) in Manchester on Sunday. The visitors from Leicester managed to secure only one-point victory 83-82. However their fans expected easier game. The game was dominated by American players. point guard Carrington Love (185-1994, college: Green Bay) fired 17 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Guard Zach Jackson (198-1997, college: Omaha) chipped in 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Tajh Green (203-1998, college: Benedict) produced 21 points for lost side. Leicester Riders have a solid series of three victories in a row. Defending champion maintains second place with 24-10 record having eight points less than leader London L. Giants lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with 18 games lost. Leicester Riders are looking forward to face Cheshire Phoenix (#6) in Chester in the next round. Giants will play on the road against Scorchers in Guildford and are hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series.
Leader Lions delivered the 31th victory. This time they crushed 9th ranked Newcastle Eagles (9-25) 89-68 in London. Worth to mention a great performance of Canadian Aaron Best (193-1992, college: TMU) who helped to win the game recording 20 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Josh Sharma contributed with 16 points and 5 blocks for the winners. American forward Justin Gordon (198-1993, college: Wofford) answered with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for Newcastle Eagles. Lions have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 31-4 record. Newcastle Eagles at the other side keep the ninth position with 25 games lost. Lions will play against Gladiators (#4) in Glasgow in the next round. Newcastle Eagles will play on the road against Plymouth Patriots (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Sheffield was also quite interesting. 5th ranked Giants (17-18) played at the court of seventh ranked Sharks (17-17). Sharks managed to secure a 9-point victory 80-71 on Friday. The game was also dominated by American players. Bennett Koch stepped up with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. At the losing side Dirk Williams responded with 19 points. Sharks have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Cheshire P. Giants lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with 18 games lost. Sharks will meet at home higher ranked Flyers (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Giants will play against Scorchers (#10) in Guildford and hope to secure a win.

Other games of round 25 were very predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Cheshire P. were defeated by Bristol Flyers in a road game 87-73. Newcastle E. beat Caledonia G. at home 88-78. Plymouth P. was destroyed by Leicester R. on the opponent's court 111-68. Plymouth P. unfortunately lost to Cheshire P. in a home game 68-85. Bottom-ranked Surrey S. was rolled over Caledonia G. on the road 77-102.

Bristol Flyers - Cheshire P. 87-73

There was no surprise in Bristol where 7th ranked Cheshire Phoenix (17-17) was defeated by third ranked Flyers (23-11) 87-73 on Friday. Flyers dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Cheshire Phoenix's 30. They outrebounded Cheshire Phoenix 46-26 including a 33-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Naturalized American Malcom Delpeche (204-1995, college: Bates) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds for the winners and American guard Tevin Olison (193-1998, college: YSU, agency: One Motive Sports) chipped in 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Delpeche is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Flyers players scored in double figures. At the losing side the former international forward Jamell Anderson (201-1990) responded with 18 points and 5 assists and American guard Amorie Archibald (190-1999, college: Louisiana Tech) scored 10 points and 7 rebounds. Flyers maintains third place with 23-11 record having nine points less than leader London L. Loser Cheshire Phoenix dropped to the fifth position with 17 games lost. They share it with Sheffield S.. Flyers will meet Sharks (#5) in the next round. Cheshire Phoenix will play against the league's second-placed Leicester Riders and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bristol Flyers: T.Olison 20+6reb+4ast, T.Bell III 19+6reb, M.Delpeche 19+14reb, J.Watson-Gayle 14+2reb+6ast, B.Mahan 6+2reb, M.Miller 6+9reb+2ast
Cheshire P.: M.Evans 18+1ast, J.Anderson 18+1reb+5ast, A.Archibald 10+7reb+2ast, M.Jack 8+3reb, J.Hudson 8+2reb+3ast, L.Austin Jr. 7+4reb+4ast

Newcastle E. - Caledonia G. 88-78

There was a surprise result when ninth ranked Newcastle Eagles (9-25) defeated at home 4th placed Gladiators (19-15) 88-78 on Friday. Strangely Gladiators outrebounded Newcastle Eagles 41-29 including 30 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American forward Justin Gordon (198-1993, college: Wofford) stepped up and scored 32 points for the winners and his fellow American import guard Javion Hamlet (193-1998, college: N.Texas) chipped in 25 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Gordon is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. At the losing side American guard Aljami Durham (193-1998, college: Providence) responded with 24 points and 7 rebounds and the former international center Fahro Alihodzic (208-1989, college: UAB) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds. Four Gladiators players scored in double figures. Newcastle Eagles maintains ninth place with 9-25 record. Loser Gladiators keep the fourth position with 15 games lost. Newcastle Eagles will meet higher ranked Plymouth Patriots (#8) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Gladiators will play against the league's leader Lions (#1) having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Newcastle E.: J.Gordon 32+4reb+3ast, J.Hamlet 25+6reb+6ast, B.Mockford 15+3reb, H.French 8+8reb+3ast, K.Johnson 4+1reb+3ast, D.Cohn 4+1reb+7ast
Caledonia G.: A.Durham 24+7reb, F.Alihodzic 16+11reb+2ast, D.Sloan 14+3reb+3ast, J.Bailey 13+11reb+2ast, P.Onwas 8+7reb+1ast, K.Jimenez 3+2ast

Sheffield S. - Manchester G. 80-71

The game in Sheffield was also quite interesting. 5th ranked Giants (17-18) played at the court of seventh ranked Sharks (17-17). Sharks managed to secure a 9-point victory 80-71 on Friday. Sharks made 21-of-23 free shots (91.3 percent) during the game. The game was also dominated by American players. Forward Bennett Koch (208-1995, college: UNI) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds for the winners and forward Kipper Nichols (198-1997, college: Illinois) chipped in 19 points (made all of his eight free throws). At the losing side guard Dirk Williams (198-1994, college: UAB) responded with 19 points and forward Tajh Green (203-1998, college: Benedict) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Sharks have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Cheshire P. Giants lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with 18 games lost. Sharks will meet at home higher ranked Flyers (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Giants will play against Scorchers (#10) in Guildford and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sheffield S.: K.Nichols 19+3reb, B.Koch 16+11reb+1ast, J.Pipkins 12+4reb, R.Glasgow 10+2reb+4ast, M.Delpeche 9+3reb+1ast, D.Ramsey 8+10reb+3ast
Manchester G.: D.Williams 19+3reb+3ast, N.Lewis 14+3reb+1ast, A.Roberson 12+8reb, T.Green 10+12reb, W.Lee 8+10reb+2ast, R.Fletcher 5+1reb+6ast

Leicester R. - Plymouth P. 111-68

Very expected game when 8th ranked Plymouth Patriots (11-24) were rolled over on the road by second ranked Leicester Riders (24-10) 111-68 on Friday. Leicester Riders forced 21 Plymouth Patriots turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 18 passes made by Plymouth Patriots' players. The former international guard Patrick Whelan (194-1996, college: William Jewell) stepped up and scored 22 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and American point guard Carrington Love (185-1994, college: Green Bay) chipped in 13 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists. Four Leicester Riders players scored in double figures. Leicester Riders' coach Rob Paternostro felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American power forward Rashad Hassan (203-1989, college: SSU) responded with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 12 rebounds and the former international guard Jules Akodo (187-1996) scored 22 points and 6 assists. Leicester Riders have a solid series of three victories in a row. Defending champion maintains second place with 24-10 record having eight points less than leader London L. Plymouth Patriots lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 24 games lost. Leicester Riders will meet Cheshire Phoenix (#6) in the next round. Plymouth Patriots will play against Newcastle Eagles and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Leicester R.: P.Whelan 22+6reb+2ast, K.Mackenzie 20+1reb+3ast, C.Love 13+7reb+9ast, A.Menzies 10+4reb, M.Loving 10+9reb+5ast, Z.Jackson 10+3reb+2ast
Plymouth P.: R.Hassan 25+12reb+2ast, J.Akodo 22+1reb+6ast, R.Bissainthe 9+6reb+3ast, O.Iyekekpolor 6+7reb, E.Dusha 5+2reb+5ast, S.Keita 1+3reb+1ast

Plymouth P. - Cheshire P. 68-85

The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked Cheshire Phoenix's (17-17) road victory over 8th ranked Plymouth Patriots (11-24) 85-68 on Sunday. Cheshire Phoenix made 23-of-26 free shots (88.5 percent) during the game. American guard Larry Austin Jr (188-1996, college: CMU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import guard Maceo Jack (196, college: Buffalo) chipped in 19 points and 6 rebounds. At the losing side naturalized Albanian guard Elvisi Dusha (188-1994) responded with 6 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists and American forward Ralph Bissainthe (201-1999, college: CMU) scored 13 points and 5 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Plymouth Patriots' coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Cheshire Phoenix moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Sheffield S. Plymouth Patriots lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 24 games lost. Cheshire Phoenix will meet at home league's second-placed Leicester Riders in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Plymouth Patriots will play against Newcastle Eagles (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Cheshire P.: L.Austin Jr. 21+10reb+3ast, M.Jack 19+6reb+1ast, A.Archibald 14+9reb+2ast, M.Evans 13+3reb+4ast, D.Ulph 8+9reb+2ast, J.Anderson 7+5reb+1ast
Plymouth P.: R.Bissainthe 13+5reb+3ast, I.Brandon 12+5reb+2ast, R.Hassan 12+8reb, O.Iyekekpolor 10+5reb, J.Akodo 9+3reb+3ast, T.Gadsden 6+3reb

London L. - Newcastle E. 89-68

Leader Lions delivered the 31th victory. This time they crushed 9th ranked Newcastle Eagles (9-25) 89-68 in London. Lions players were unselfish on offense dishing 29 assists. They brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of Canadian Aaron Best (193-1992, college: TMU) who helped to win the game recording 20 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. International center Josh Sharma (213-1995, college: Stanford) contributed with 16 points and 5 blocks for the winners. Four Lions players scored in double figures. American forward Justin Gordon (198-1993, college: Wofford) answered with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and international guard Kyle Johnson (195-1988, college: LIU Brooklyn) added 14 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Newcastle Eagles. Lions have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 31-4 record. Newcastle Eagles at the other side keep the ninth position with 25 games lost. Lions will play against Gladiators (#4) in Glasgow in the next round. Newcastle Eagles will play on the road against Plymouth Patriots (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
London L.: A.Best 20+7reb+4ast, J.Sharma 16+4reb+1ast, M.Soluade 12+2reb+2ast, V.Hruban 11+1reb+4ast, O.Oni 9+3reb+4ast, T.Zubcic 9+5reb+2ast
Newcastle E.: J.Gordon 21+7reb+5ast, K.Johnson 14+8reb+1ast, D.Defoe 12+6reb+2ast, J.Kennedy 8+3reb, D.Cohn 5+3reb+10ast, B.Mockford 4+3reb+4ast

Caledonia G. - Surrey S. 102-77

Not a big story in a game in Glasgow where 10th ranked Scorchers (3-30) were outplayed by fourth ranked Gladiators (19-15) 102-77 on Sunday. Gladiators shot 65.1 percent from the field. Gladiators had a 26-15 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Scorchers' players. American forward Jeremiah Bailey (198-1998, college: Pacific, agency: Green Sports Management) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and the former international center Fahro Alihodzic (208-1989, college: UAB) chipped in 21 points and 5 assists. At the losing side American guard Josh McFolley (185-1997, college: Detroit) responded with 18 points and the former international point guard Andrew Lawrence (185-1990, college: Charleston) scored 12 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Gladiators and five Scorchers players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Gladiators maintains fourth place with 19-15 record. Scorchers lost seventh consecutive game. They stay dead last with 30 lost games. Gladiators will meet at home league's leader Lions in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Scorchers will play against Giants (#7) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Caledonia G.: F.Alihodzic 21+3reb+5ast, J.Bailey 18+11reb+5ast, A.Durham 16+3reb+6ast, D.Sloan 15+1reb+3ast, F.Malcolm 13+4reb+1ast, P.Onwas 8+8reb+5ast
Surrey S.: J.McFolley 18+3reb+2ast, S.Johnson 14+4reb+2ast, B.Jacdonmi 13+5reb, A.Lawrence 12+5reb+4ast, T.Ogedengbe 12+2reb, K.Carey 4+3reb+2ast

Manchester G. - Leicester R. 82-83

Fifth-ranked Giants (17-18) made lots of trouble for second ranked Leicester Riders (24-10) in Manchester on Sunday. The visitors from Leicester managed to secure only one-point victory 83-82. However their fans expected easier game. The game was dominated by American players. Point guard Carrington Love (185-1994, college: Green Bay) fired 17 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Guard Zach Jackson (198-1997, college: Omaha) chipped in 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Tajh Green (203-1998, college: Benedict) produced 21 points and forward William Lee (206-1995, college: UAB) added 14 points and 10 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Leicester Riders and five Giants players scored in double figures. Leicester Riders have a solid series of three victories in a row. Defending champion maintains second place with 24-10 record having eight points less than leader London L. Giants lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with 18 games lost. Leicester Riders are looking forward to face Cheshire Phoenix (#6) in Chester in the next round. Giants will play on the road against Scorchers in Guildford and are hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series.
Top scorers:
Leicester R.: C.Love 17+6reb+6ast, P.Whelan 15+4reb+3ast, Z.Jackson 13+8reb+4ast, K.Mackenzie 10+1reb+2ast, D.Nelson-Henry 10+10reb+2ast, J.Adekoya 9+4reb
Manchester G.: T.Green 21+4reb+2ast, D.Williams 15+5reb+2ast, W.Lee 14+10reb+1ast, R.Fletcher 11+3reb+9ast, A.Roberson 10+13reb, N.Lewis 8+3reb

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URUGUAY

LUB Round 5 of Quarter-Finals. Malvin reach semifinal stage - by Eurobasket News

Malvin - Urupan 99-83

Malvin secure the semifinal stage berth. Malvin made 22-of-28 free shots (78.6 percent) during the game. 24 personal fouls committed by Urupan helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was U.S. Virgin Islands-Puerto Rican forward Ivan Aska (201-1990, college: Murray St., agency: 011 Sports) who scored 26 points and 6 rebounds. American swingman Anthony Hilliard (195-1986, college: ECSU) chipped in 23 points. Lithuanian center Zygimantas Riauka (206-1993, college: UW-Parkside) produced 21 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Mateo Sarni (185-1998) added 8 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists respectively for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Malvin: I.Aska 26+6reb+2ast, A.Hilliard 23+1reb+1ast, L.Capalbo 15+5reb+1ast, D.Hamilton 10+8reb+5ast, G.Silvarrey 9+3reb+1ast, M.Souberbielle 7+1reb+3ast
Urupan: Z.Riauka 21+8reb+2ast, D.Robinson 15+5reb+4ast, F.Soto 13+3reb+2ast, L.Nash 10+6reb+1ast, F.Martinez 10+3reb, M.Sarni 8+8reb+9ast

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VENEZUELA

Stats Leaders - LPB

Stats Leaders

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RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Yeison COLOME

Marinos
(190-SG-1996)
Avg: 29.9

29.9

19.1

19.0

18.2

17.6

SPB 2023 - Trotamundos land Edgar Martinez - by Francisco Vega

Defending champion Trotamundos de Carabobo (SPB) tabbed 26-year old Venezuelan international 199cm small forward Edgar Martinez. Martinez played recently at Rio Claro Basquete in Brazilian NBB league. In 27 games he averaged 9.6ppg and 4.0rpg last season. The last summer he played at Guaiqueries where in 32 SPB games he had 7.0ppg, 3.7rpg and 1.2apg. He has been regularly called to Venezuelan Senior National Team since 2020.
Martinez has played previously professionally in Argentina (Argentino and Salta Basket) and Venezuela (Marinos and Gladiadores).
Among many awards his team won Venezuelan SLB Cup in 2021. He was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Venezuelan SLB Honorable Mention in 2021.

SPB Round 16: Derby game ends with Trotamundos' defeat of Taurinos - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from La Asuncion: Trotamundos (#2) and Taurinos (#4). Taurinos were defeated at home 76-82 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Trotamundos made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international center Nestor Colmenares (200-1987, college: Campbellsville, agency: Pro Sports) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points and 15 rebounds. American swingman Mario Little (198-1987, college: Kansas) contributed with 20 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. American guard Dazon Ingram (196-1997, college: UCF) replied with a double-double by scoring 32 points, 13 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals for Taurinos. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Trotamundos have a solid four-game winning streak. Despite that victory Trotamundos went down to third position due to points difference. Taurinos at the other side dropped to the ninth place with ten games lost. Trotamundos are looking forward to face Toros (#10) in Maracay in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Taurinos will have a break next round.
Another interesting game was again a derby between two teams from Caracas: Broncos (#1) and Llaneros (#3). Llaneros were smashed at home by 32 points 69-101 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Luis Duarte (190-1994) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 9 rebounds and Garly Sojo who added 16 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side American forward Lance Thomas (206-1999, college: USA, agency: Haylett Sports) responded with 16 points and 5 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Broncos maintains first position with 10-3 record, which they share with Guaros. Llaneros at the other side dropped to the eighth place with nine games lost. Broncos' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Caracas Brillantes.
Very important is a road loss of second ranked Piratas (8-3) against fourth ranked Spartans (4-7) on Sunday night. Visiting Piratas were defeated by Spartans in a tough game in Caracas 68-73. The winners were led by Nelson Palacios who scored that evening 17 points and 6 assists. Even 18 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists by Juan Suero did not help to save the game for Piratas. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Despite that victory Spartans went down to sixth position due to points difference. Piratas lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the third place with three games lost. Spartans will again meet higher ranked Piratas (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Piratas will have a break next round.

Other games in round 16 were not that significant. Marinos were smashed by Cocodrilos on the road 86-67. Gladiadores won against Gigantes on its own court 91-79. Cangrejeros unfortunately lost to Guaiqueries in Porlamar 67-74. Guaros managed to beat Heroes at home 86-77.

Taurinos - Trotamundos 76-82

The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from La Asuncion: Trotamundos (#2) and Taurinos (#4). Taurinos were defeated at home 76-82 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Trotamundos made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international center Nestor Colmenares (200-1987, college: Campbellsville, agency: Pro Sports) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points and 15 rebounds. American swingman Mario Little (198-1987, college: Kansas) contributed with 20 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. American guard Dazon Ingram (196-1997, college: UCF) replied with a double-double by scoring 32 points, 13 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals and his fellow American import JD Weatherspoon (198-1992, college: Toledo) added 13 points and 16 rebounds in the effort for Taurinos. Four Taurinos players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Trotamundos have a solid four-game winning streak. Despite that victory Trotamundos went down to third position due to points difference. Taurinos at the other side dropped to the ninth place with ten games lost. Trotamundos are looking forward to face Toros (#10) in Maracay in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Taurinos will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Trotamundos: N.Colmenares 20+15reb, M.Little 20+5reb+3ast, D.Davis 17+3ast, D.Garcia 8+2reb+3ast, T.Cobos 7+4reb+1ast, J.Zamora 6+1reb
Taurinos: D.Ingram 32+13reb+6ast, J.Weatherspoon 13+16reb+1ast, M.Hunter 11+3reb+4ast, P.Jean 10+3reb+2ast, Q.Jorge 6+2reb, G.Angel 2+3reb+1ast

Cocodrilos - Marinos 86-67

The game between closely ranked teams ended with second ranked Cocodrilos' (9-3) home victory over 3rd ranked Marinos (3-7) in Caracas 86-67 on Sunday. Cocodrilos looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Marinos' players. The winners were led by American guard New Williams (185-1996, college: Fresno St.) who scored that evening 21 points and 6 rebounds and Dominican Luis Montero (203-1993, college: South Plains) supported him with 12 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. Four Cocodrilos players scored in double figures. Even 40 points (!!!), 9 rebounds and 4 assists by Dominican Yeison Colome (190-1996) did not help to save the game for Marinos. Nigerian-American guard George A Williams II (198-1990, college: WBU) added 13 points for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Cocodrilos have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 9-3 record behind leader Gladiadores. Marinos lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh place with seven games lost. Cocodrilos' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Caracas to the arena Diablos.
Top scorers:
Cocodrilos: N.Williams 21+6reb+3ast, L.Montero 12+10reb+6ast, J.Tshimanga 12+6reb+1ast, T.Mitchell 10+6reb+1ast, E.Hernandez 9+5reb+2ast, L.Bethelmy 8+1ast
Marinos: C.Yeison 40+9reb+4ast, G.A. Williams II 13+3reb, J.Mendoza 6+6reb+1ast, M.Fernandez 4+6reb+1ast, G.Acosta 2+5reb, O.Polanco 2+4reb

Gladiadores - Gigantes 91-79

Rather expected game when 3rd ranked Gigantes (3-8) lost to first ranked Gladiadores (11-2) in Caracas 79-91 on Sunday. American players dominated the game. The winners were led by swingman David Nickelberry (201-1998, college: Buffalo) who scored that evening 25 points (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) and Jordan Adams (196-1994, college: UCLA) supported him with 20 points. Even 16 points and 5 rebounds by point guard DaQuan Brooks (177-1990, college: W.Connecticut) did not help to save the game for Gigantes. Forward Jamison Elder (196-1998, college: Shawnee St.) added 13 points for lost side. Five Gladiadores and four Gigantes players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Gladiadores maintains first position with 11-2 record. Gigantes lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth place with eight games lost. Gladiadores will meet Marinos (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Gigantes will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Gladiadores: D.Nickelberry 25+4reb+1ast, J.Adams 20+4reb+2ast, G.Vargas 13+6reb+3ast, H.Walker 11+3reb+5ast, C.Garcia 11+3reb+1ast, J.Romero 5+8reb
Gigantes: D.Brooks 16+5reb+3ast, J.Ocasio 13, J.Elder 13+4reb, E.Rios 11+5reb, O.Caraballo 9+2reb, A.Fuller 7+4reb

Spartans - Piratas 73-68

Very important is a road loss of second ranked Piratas (8-3) against fourth ranked Spartans (4-7) on Sunday night. Visiting Piratas were defeated by Spartans in a tough game in Caracas 68-73. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Spartans made 8 blocks. The winners were led by Nelson Palacios (192-1992) who scored that evening 17 points and 6 assists and Dominican swingman Jassel Perez (195-2001) supported him with 15 points and 5 rebounds. Even 18 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists by Dominican guard Juan Suero (196-1993) did not help to save the game for Piratas. Dominican point guard Miguel Dicent (190-1994, college: Morehead St.) added 17 points for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Despite that victory Spartans went down to sixth position due to points difference. Piratas lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the third place with three games lost. Spartans will again meet higher ranked Piratas (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Piratas will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Spartans: N.Palacios 17+3reb+6ast, P.Jassel 15+5reb+3ast, C.Sword 8+2reb+1ast, J.Rodriguez 7+7reb+1ast, L.Palacios 6+1reb+2ast, E.Montano 6+5reb+1ast
Piratas: J.Suero 18+7reb+6ast, M.Dicent 17+2reb+2ast, Q.Davis 12+3reb+2ast, A.Forbes 8+10reb+1ast, A.Morillo 6+4reb+4ast, M.Flores 4+6reb+3ast

Guaiqueries - Cangrejeros 74-67

Rather predictable result when second ranked Guaiqueries (8-5) won against 5th ranked Cangrejeros (2-9) in Porlamar 74-67 on Sunday. The winners were led by American-Nigerian swingman Tanksley Efianayi (198-1994, college: UCF) who scored that evening 15 points and 5 rebounds and the former international point guard David Cubillan (181-1987, college: Marquette) supported him with 16 points. Even 15 points by swingman Morris Sierralta (190-1987) did not help to save the game for Cangrejeros. Dominican forward Rich Polanco (203-1997, college: S.Dakota) added 9 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Despite that victory Guaiqueries went down to fourth position due to points difference, which they share with Panteras and Brillantes. Loser Cangrejeros dropped to the ninth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Diablos. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Guaiqueries: D.Cubillan 16+2reb, T.Efianayi 15+5reb+2ast, G.Correa 11+1reb+5ast, F.Centeno 8+7reb+1ast, L.Valera 7+2reb, T.McLean 6+6reb+1ast
Cangrejeros: M.Sierralta 15+3reb, I.Nunez 11+5reb, R.Polanco 9+6reb+3ast, E.Hernandez 8+2reb+1ast, M.Glover 7+4reb, L.Julio 6+3reb

Guaros - Heroes 86-77

Not a big story in a game when 3rd ranked Heroes (7-6) lost to first ranked Guaros (10-3) in Barquisimeto 77-86 on Sunday. Guaros looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Guaros made 10 blocks. The winners were led by the former international point guard Heissler Guillent (186-1986) who scored that evening 25 points and 6 assists and American-Rwandan center Prince Ibeh (208-1994, college: Texas) supported him with 11 points, 9 rebounds and 6 blocks. Four Guaros players scored in double figures. Even 17 points and 6 rebounds by point guard Yochuar Palacios (183-1985) did not help to save the game for Heroes. Naturalized Colombian Luis Almanza (196-1991) added 12 points and 4 assists for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Guaros have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 10-3 record, which they share with Broncos. Loser Heroes dropped to the fifth place with six games lost. They share the position with Gaiteros. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Guaros: H.Guillent 25+4reb+6ast, R.Green 13+4reb+2ast, J.Tello-Palacios 12+7reb+1ast, P.Ibeh 11+9reb+1ast, C.Alan 9+2reb+2ast, Y.Valera 7+1reb
Heroes: Y.Palacios 17+6reb+3ast, L.Almanza 12+3reb+4ast, K.Bigby-Williams 11+5reb+1ast, S.Cleare 10+1reb+1ast, G.Curvelo 9+5reb, B.Richard 6+7reb+3ast

Llaneros - Broncos 69-101

Another interesting game was again a derby between two teams from Caracas: Broncos (#1) and Llaneros (#3). Llaneros were smashed at home by 32 points 69-101 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Broncos made 21-of-24 charity shots (87.5 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Llaneros turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Luis Duarte (190-1994) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 9 rebounds and the former international point guard Garly Sojo (196-1999, agency: Pro Sports) who added 16 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Four Broncos players scored in double figures. At the losing side American forward Lance Thomas (206-1999, college: USA, agency: Haylett Sports) responded with 16 points and 5 rebounds and Dominican point guard Yerri Flores (188-1996, college: High School) scored 5 points and 7 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Broncos maintains first position with 10-3 record, which they share with Guaros. Llaneros at the other side dropped to the eighth place with nine games lost. Broncos' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Caracas Brillantes.
Top scorers:
Broncos: L.Duarte 25+9reb+3ast, E.McCree 18+4reb+2ast, S.Garly 16+9reb+3ast, J.Williams 14+2reb+3ast, H.Cazorla 7+2reb+1ast, R.Michael 7+2reb
Llaneros: L.Thomas 16+5reb+1ast, J.Martinez 7+3reb+1ast, C.Centeno 7+1reb, G.Jose 7, A.Espinoza 6+2reb+2ast, J.Williams 5+2reb+6ast

McLean's 24 points and 8 rebounds give him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

29-year old forward Tre' McLean (197-F-1993) had a very impressive game in the last round for Guaiqueries and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 15.
He had the game-high 24 points adding eight rebounds and four assists for Guaiqueries in his team's victory, helping them to beat Cangrejeros (#9, 2-9) 91-80. Thanks to this victory Guaiqueries moved-up to the 4th position in Venezuelan league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Guaiqueries will need more victories to improve their 8-5 record. In the team's last game McLean had a remarkable 64.3% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Guaiqueries, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Tre' McLean averages this season 14.5ppg.

Second best performed player last round was Glen Rice Jr. (198-F-1991) of Brillantes. He is American forward in his first season at Brillantes. In the last game Rice Jr. recorded impressive double-double of 20 points and 11 rebounds. It was enough for Brillantes to edge the lower-ranked Llaneros (#8, 4-9) by 5 points 87-82. Despite this victory Brillantes slide down in the standings to 4th position in Western Conference. His team's 8-5 record is not bad at all. Rice Jr. is one of the most experienced players at Brillantes and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Robert Gilchrist (206-PF-1990) of Gaiteros (#5). Gilchrist scored 22 points and grabbed seven rebounds. He was a key player of Gaiteros, leading his team to a 88-80 win against the lower-ranked Toros (#10, 2-12). Gaiteros needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in Western Conference. Their record at this point is 7 victories and 6 lost games. Gilchrist has a very solid season. In 4 games in Venezuela he scored 14.8ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Jeremy Hollowell (203-SF-1994) of Brillantes - 16 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Valentine Nyakinda (201-PF-1992) of Toros - 28 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Avry Holmes (185-G-1994) of Panteras - 21 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Anthony Perez (206-F-1993) of Gladiadores - 22 points and 5 rebounds
8. Yeison Colome (190-SG-1996) of Marinos - 24 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
9. James Reese V (193-G-1998) of Brillantes - 21 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists
10. JD Williams (196-G-1997) of Llaneros - 20 points and 2 rebounds

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

Guillent number one in Venezuela SPB for round 16 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

International Point guard Heissler Guillent (186-PG-1986) had an amazing evening in the last round for top-ranked Guaros, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 16.
The 36-year old player was the main contributor (25 points, four rebounds and six assists) to his team's victory, helping them to beat Heroes (#6, 7-6) 86-77. It allowed Guaros to consolidate first place in the Venezuelan SPB. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Guaros has a very solid 10-3 record, but they cannot be too comfortable about keeping top position. In the team's last game Guillent had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Guaros, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Heissler Guillent has solid league stats. He is in league's top in points (4th best: 18.2ppg), assists (2nd best: 5.8apg) and averages impressive 52.9% FGP and 41.2% from behind 3-point line.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Dazon Ingram (196-G-1997) of Taurinos. Ingram had a very good evening with a double-double of 32 points and 13 rebounds. Bad luck as Taurinos lost that game 76-82 to the higher-ranked Trotamundos (#2, 10-4). This loss caused Taurinos to drop to 9th position in Western Conference. 10 lost games are too many comparing to just four victories Taurinos managed to get this year. Ingram is one of the most experienced players at Taurinos and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.6ppg (#5). His other stats are also decent: 8.3rpg and 4.7apg. Former University of Central Florida star Ingram is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market.

Third on the list of top players last round was Dominican Rep. guard Yeison Colome (190-SG-1996) of Marinos (#7). Colome got into 30-points club by scoring 40 points in the last round. He went also for nine rebounds and four assists. Despite Colome's great performance Marinos lost 67-86 to the higher-ranked Cocodrilos (#2, 9-3). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Marinos not to end season at such low position in Eastern Conference, however are less than slim as they have already lost 7 games, recording just three victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Colome could try to bring Marinos' a little bit higher in the standings. Colome has individually a great season in Venezuela. After only 9 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 29.9ppg (best scorer).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Luis Duarte (190-G/F-1994) of Broncos - 25 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Nestor Colmenares (200-C-1987) of Trotamundos - 20 points and 15 rebounds
6. David Nickelberry (201-G/F-1998) of Gladiadores - 25 points and 4 rebounds
7. Juan Suero (196-G-1993) of Piratas - 18 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists
8. Prince Ibeh (208-C-1994) of Guaros - 11 points and 9 rebounds
9. Garly Sojo (196-PG-1999) of Broncos - 16 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Luis Montero (203-SF-1993) of Cocodrilos - 12 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists

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

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Women News

D1 Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Carlie LITTLEFIELD

Liege
(175-G-)
Avg: 17.7

17.7

17.3

17.1

16.5

16.4

Top Division Women Round 2 of Semi-Finals. Kangoeroes and Castors Braine reach Finals - by Eurobasket News

Kangoeroes - Liege 99-50

Kangoeroes dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Liege's 34. Kangoeroes forced 21 Liege turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Liege's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Kangoeroes made 9 blocks. Chilean center Ziomara Morrison (194-1989, agency: LBM Management) orchestrated the victory by scoring 24 points and 8 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). French point guard Lisa Berkani (176-1997, agency: Areus Sports) contributed with 19 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Five Kangoeroes players scored in double figures. Kangoeroes' coach Arvid Diels felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard Carlie Littlefield (175, college: UNC, agency: LBM Management) replied with 10 points and 9 rebounds and guard Alliyah Kenny (173) added 9 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Liege.
Top scorers:
Kangoeroes: Z.Morrison 24+8reb+1ast, M.Bertsch 24+5reb+3ast, L.Berkani 19+7reb+6ast, A.Rembiszewska 14+4reb+1ast, L.Resimont 13+8reb+7ast, B.Kyra 3
Liege: F.Julia 11+3reb, C.Littlefield 10+9reb+1ast, K.Alliyah 9+6reb, T.Suzy 5+2reb+1ast, M.Descamps 5+2reb+2ast, E.Hambursin 4+2reb+2ast

Castors Braine - Namur 86-56

Castors Braine forced 22 Namur turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Namur's players. Hungarian guard Reka Lelik (181-1999) scored 13 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and American Jessica Lindstrom (185-1996, college: Green Bay, agency: LBM Management) chipped in 20 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. Five Castors Braine players scored in double figures. Castors Braine's coach Frederic Dusart felt very confident using entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. The former international point guard Marjorie Carpreaux (165-1987, agency: LBM Management) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and American Peyton Whitted (190-1995, college: Penn St.) scored 13 points and 5 rebounds.
Top scorers:
Castors Braine: J.Lindstrom 20+5reb, M.Uro-Nilie 14+3reb, R.Lelik 13+6reb+7ast, A.Fogg 13+4reb+2ast, E.Leblon 11+3reb+3ast, M.Tadic 6+1reb+2ast
Namur: M.Carpreaux 15+11reb+5ast, P.Whitted 13+5reb+2ast, S.Dossou 8+4reb+1ast, E.Rupnik 8+3reb+2ast, L.Zelnyte 8+6reb, B.Camille 4+1reb

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BRAZIL

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Thayna SILVA

LSB
(180-F-1996)
Avg: 18.5

18.5

17.8

16.3

16.2

15.2

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CHILE

LNF Round 1: CDSC take a leadership position - by Eurobasket News

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

CDSC defeated Puente Alto at home 76-67. CDSC forced 29 Puente Alto turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international point guard Javiera Novion (170-1987, college: Eckerd) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds. point guard Javiera Campos (-2002) contributed with 21 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals for the winners. The former international forward Marisol Gamboa (178-1985) answered with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists for Puente Alto. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Univ. Austral in Puerto Montt. Hosts were defeated by Espanol 64-53. Barbara Hauschild (-1989) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds for the winners and Anahi Albornoz chipped in 4 points, 16 rebounds, 8 assists and 5 steals. At the losing side guard Paula Ortiz (-2003) responded with 16 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 9 steals. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Espanol will play against Larr Valdivia on the road in the next round. Univ. Austral will have a break next round.
An interesting game was also a 39-point tough home loss of Brisas in a game in Santiago versus undefeated Sergio Ceppi 83-44. Florencia Colossi nailed 18 points for the winning side. Francisca Quinteros came up with 15 points for Brisas in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

Other games in round 1 were not that significant. Espanol beat Pankull on the road 65-60. Infinito won against Truenos on its own court 85-76. Frontera outscored Conce in Temuco 81-38.
The most impressive performance of 1st round was 16 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists and 6 steals by Daniela Troncoso of Frontera.

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CDSC - Puente Alto 76-67

CDSC defeated Puente Alto at home 76-67. CDSC forced 29 Puente Alto turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international point guard Javiera Novion (170-1987, college: Eckerd) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds. Point guard Javiera Campos (-2002) contributed with 21 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals for the winners. The former international forward Marisol Gamboa (178-1985) answered with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and Argentinian power forward Camila Peri (182-2000) added 14 points and 15 rebounds in the effort for Puente Alto. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Puente Alto: M.Gamboa 15+15reb+4ast, C.Peri 14+15reb+2ast, M.Jeria 13+5reb+2ast, V.Medina 8+2reb+2ast, A.Luna 4+3reb+3ast, O.Camila 4
CDSC: J.Novion 26+11reb+2ast, C.Javiera 21+6reb+6ast, A.Antonia 12+4reb+3ast, M.Paloma 8+4reb+2ast, R.Valenzuela 6+7reb+3ast, F.Serrano 3+1reb

Univ. Austral - Espanol 53-64

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Univ. Austral in Puerto Montt. Hosts were defeated by Espanol 64-53. Espanol forced 24 Univ. Austral turnovers and outrebounded them 52-39 including 16 on the offensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. Barbara Hauschild (-1989) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds for the winners and Argentinian Anahi Albornoz (-1998) chipped in 4 points, 16 rebounds, 8 assists and 5 steals. At the losing side guard Paula Ortiz (-2003) responded with 16 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 9 steals and Javiera Contreras (-2001) scored 12 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Espanol will play against Larr Valdivia on the road in the next round. Univ. Austral will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Univ. Austral: O.Paula 16+6reb+4ast, C.Javiera 12+7reb+2ast, M.Ilona 10+3reb, B.Javiera 3+7reb+2ast, C.Vanessa 2+3reb+2ast, N.Ojeda 2+1reb
Espanol: H.Barbara 23+13reb+2ast, C.Milen 10+1reb+1ast, F.Brenda 10+11reb+1ast, M.Barbara 5+3ast, S.Angelina 5+3reb+1ast, A.Anahi 4+16reb+8ast

Pankull - Espanol 60-65

No shocking result in a game when Espanol beat on the road Pankull 65-60 on Saturday. Espanol forced 22 Pankull turnovers. Barbara Hauschild (-1989) nailed a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds for the winning side and Javiera Godoy (-2003) accounted for 11 points and 7 rebounds. Center Valentina Pincheira (-1995) came up with 24 points and Michelle Campos (-1994) added 8 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for Pankull in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Espanol will meet Larr Valdivia on the road in the next round. Pankull will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Pankull: V.Pincheira 24+4reb+2ast, O.Francesca 10+9reb+1ast, C.Michelle 8+9reb+5ast, F.Tania 6+2reb, P.Valeria 4+4reb+1ast, C.Karina 3+1reb
Espanol: H.Barbara 16+11reb+3ast, G.Javiera 11+7reb+2ast, C.Milen 9+3reb+1ast, A.Anahi 9+7ast, S.Angelina 8+4reb+3ast, F.Brenda 6+6reb+3ast

Brisas - Sergio Ceppi 44-83

An interesting game was also a 39-point tough home loss of Brisas in a game in Santiago versus undefeated Sergio Ceppi 83-44. Sergio Ceppi dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Brisas' 20. Sergio Ceppi forced 32 Brisas turnovers and had a 18-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Brisas' players. The former international Florencia Colossi (168-1998) nailed 18 points for the winning side and center Katalina Garcia (182-1994) accounted for 6 points and 11 rebounds. Forward Francisca Quinteros (-2005) came up with 15 points and center Valentina Olmedo (190-2003) added 4 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Brisas in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Brisas: Q.Francisca 15+2reb, D.Martina 5+4reb+3ast, M.Maira 5+2reb, N.Estela 4+1reb, P.Orellana 4+8reb+1ast, O.Valentina 4+9reb
Sergio Ceppi: F.Colossi 18+2reb+2ast, H.Pia 9+6reb+2ast, D.Canto Dominique 9+5reb+4ast, G.Gabriela 8, V.Karla 8+3reb+1ast, M.Carolina 7+3reb+1ast

Infinito - Truenos 85-76

Infinito used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Talca 85-76 on Saturday night. Infinito looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Barbara Torres (168-2003) nailed 13 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and Mexican Macarena Ruiz (-2003, agency: ROCKIN SPORTS) accounted for 14 points and 4 assists. Five Infinito players scored in double figures. American-Puerto Rican Jazmin Sepulveda (178-1985, college: S.Florida) came up with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 16 rebounds and Teresa Manent added 10 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Truenos in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Truenos: J.Sepulveda 25+16reb+2ast, L.Correa 11+3reb+2ast, M.Teresa 10+7reb+2ast, S.Roa 9+1reb+3ast, Q.Fernanda 7+5reb+1ast, Y.Maria 6+2reb
Infinito: G.Gabriela 16+1reb+1ast, R.Macarena 14+3reb+4ast, A.Constanza 13+2reb+1ast, T.Barbara 13+8reb+5ast, T.Millaray 11+7reb+1ast, P.Isabel 7+2reb+2ast

Conce - Frontera 38-81

But Conce was not able to use a home court advantage and was rolled over by the opponent from Temuco 81-38 on Saturday night. Frontera dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Conce's 24. Frontera forced 19 Conce turnovers and outrebounded them 46-22 including a 35-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Conce's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Frontera made 7 blocks. The former international forward Daniela Troncoso (178-1987) nailed 16 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists and 6 steals for the winning side and point guard Damaris Alarcon (167-2003) accounted for 8 points, 9 rebounds and 11 assists. Guard Barbara Crisostomo (-1994) came up with 9 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and Romina Sanchez (-1999) added 8 points respectively for Conce in the defeat. Conce's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Conce: C.Barbara 9+5reb+4ast, S.Romina 8+4reb+1ast, E.Leslie 8+4reb+1ast, C.Carla 6+2reb, B.Jennifer 3+4reb+1ast, P.Valentina 2+1reb
Frontera: D.Troncoso 16+7reb+7ast, C.Catalina 14+8reb, J.Viafora 12+10reb+3ast, A.Florencia 8+1reb+2ast, M.Uribarri 8+5reb+3ast, A.Damaris 8+9reb+11ast

Troncoso's 16 points and 7 assists give her Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

35-year old forward Daniela Troncoso (178-F-1987) had an amazing evening in the last round for league's best team Frontera and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 1.
She had the game-high 16 points adding seven rebounds and seven assists for Frontera in her team's victory, helping them to outclass, the league's bottom-ranked team Conce (#4, 0-1) with 43-point margin 81-38. It allowed Frontera to take over top position in the Chilean LNF. But it's just the very beginning of the season and Frontera won just one (their first) game. It's too early to say anything as the standings can be changed completely after next round. In the team's last game Troncoso had a remarkable 63.6% from 2-point range. She turned to be Frontera's top player in her first season with the team. Troncoso has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in assists (4th best: 7.0apg) and averages solid 6.0spg and 63.6% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Jazmin Sepulveda (178-PF-1985) of Truenos. She is American-Puerto Rican forward in her first season at Truenos. In the last game Sepulveda recorded impressive double-double of 25 points and 16 rebounds. Bad luck as Truenos lost that game 76-85 to Infinito (1-0). The season is still at the very beginning and this lost game may not be such crucial, of course if they start win the games. Let's wait for the next round. Sepulveda is one of the most experienced players at Truenos and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 25.0ppg (#4). She also registered 16.0 boards per game.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Marisol Gamboa (178-F-1985) of Puente Alto (#7). Gamboa showcased her all-around game by recording 15 points, fifteen rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. Despite Gamboa's great performance Puente Alto lost 67-76 to CDSC (#1, 1-0). But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates. The season just started for Gamboa as she played only first game. But it already looks like she can be team's leader.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Javiera Novion (170-PG-1987) of CDSC - 26 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Barbara Hauschild (1989) of Espanol - 23 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Javiera Campos (PG-2002) of CDSC - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists
7. Camila Peri (182-F/C-2000) of Puente Alto - 14 points, 15 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Damaris Alarcon (167-PG-2003) of Frontera - 8 points, 9 rebounds and 11 assists
9. Florencia Colossi (168-PF-1998) of Sergio Ceppi - 18 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Macarena Ruiz (PF-2003) of Infinito - 14 points, 3 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)

LNF Round 2: Larr Valdivia lose to Espanol - by Eurobasket News

There were only 2 rounds played so far and it's still very beginning of the Regular Season in LNF. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Larr Valdivia at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were rolled over by Espanol 71-36. Espanol dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Larr Valdivia's 22. Espanol forced 30 Larr Valdivia turnovers. Barbara Hauschild (-1989) had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Argentinian Anahi Albornoz (-1998) chipped in 7 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists during the contest. Fernanda Velasquez (-2002) responded with 9 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Espanol will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Larr Valdivia will play again against Espanol and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident.
Very significant was Tomas L's 17-point road victory against Rancagua 66-49. Katheen Ruiz notched 31 points and 9 rebounds to lead the effort and Daisy Becerra supported her with 9 points and 8 rebounds. Even 14 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists by point guard Catalina Guaico (-1995) did not help to save the game for Rancagua. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tomas L will play against Luis ML in Santiago in the next round where they are favorite. Rancagua will play on the road against Sergio Ceppi in Santiago and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Quite upsetting was Luis ML's 25-point home defeat in a game versus Univ.de Chile who crushed hosts The best player for the winners was Josefa Orrego who scored 18 points and 4 assists. Maria Marinakis produced 4 points and 12 rebounds for the hosts. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Univ.de Chile will meet at home CDSC in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Luis ML will play against Tomas L and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last game of round 2 winless Laja lost to undefeated Temuco on the opponent's court 24-97.

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Larr Valdivia - Espanol 36-71

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Larr Valdivia at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were rolled over by Espanol 71-36. Espanol dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Larr Valdivia's 22. Espanol forced 30 Larr Valdivia turnovers. Barbara Hauschild (-1989) had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Argentinian Anahi Albornoz (-1998) chipped in 7 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists during the contest. Fernanda Velasquez (-2002) responded with 9 points and Polette Constanzo scored 4 points and 7 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Espanol will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Larr Valdivia will play again against Espanol and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident.
Top scorers:
Larr Valdivia: V.Fernanda 9+3reb+1ast, O.Rocio 7+4reb, C.Polette 4+7reb+1ast, C.Munoz 4+4reb, L.Constanza 3+1ast, S.Navarrete 3+1reb+1ast
Espanol: H.Barbara 18+10reb+2ast, O.Maria 12+5reb, C.Milen 12+2reb+2ast, A.Anahi 7+9reb+8ast, S.Angelina 7+2reb+5ast, F.Brenda 5+2reb

Rancagua - Tomas L 49-66

Very significant was Tomas L's 17-point road victory against Rancagua 66-49. Tomas L held Rancagua to an opponent 23.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 27.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Tomas L forced 23 Rancagua turnovers. Katheen Ruiz notched 31 points and 9 rebounds to lead the effort and forward Daisy Becerra supported her with 9 points and 8 rebounds. Even 14 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists by point guard Catalina Guaico (-1995) did not help to save the game for Rancagua. Ariela Urrutia (-1998) added 8 points and 10 rebounds for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tomas L will play against Luis ML in Santiago in the next round where they are favorite. Rancagua will play on the road against Sergio Ceppi in Santiago and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Rancagua: G.Catalina 14+9reb+4ast, M.Florencia 10+5reb+1ast, R.Ailyn 8+8reb+1ast, U.Ariela 8+10reb, F.Francesca 4+3reb+2ast, B.Heidi 3+2reb
Tomas L: R.Katheen 31+9reb+3ast, D.Becerra 9+8reb+3ast, N.Natalia 7+7reb, D.Nicole 4+3reb+2ast, E.Marianela 3+3reb, P.Mariana 2+1reb

Temuco - Laja 97-24

Temuco used a home court advantage and crushed the opponent from 97-24 on Sunday night. Temuco held Laja to an opponent 15.7 percent shooting from the field compared to 49.4 percent accuracy of the winners. Temuco forced 42 Laja turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 34 assists comparing to just 4 passes made by Laja's players. The best player for the winners was American forward Jessica Martino (175, college: Delaware St.) who had a double-double by scoring 38 points (!!!) and 18 rebounds. Francisca Barria (-1996) chipped in 8 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. Anabel Fernandez produced 5 points and 9 rebounds and Maria Rocha added 3 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the guests. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Temuco will meet Conce in the next round. Laja will play against Conce and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Laja: S.Ayline 9+2reb, F.Anabel 5+9reb+1ast, R.Maria 3+8reb+3ast, D.Paulette 3+8reb, G.Maria 2, C.Silvana 1+6reb
Temuco: J.Martino 38+18reb+1ast, A.Camila 10+1reb+2ast, M.Cejas 10+6reb+1ast, F.Barria 8+6reb+5ast, S.Katherine 8+4reb+3ast, V.Viviana 7+2reb+1ast

Luis ML - Univ.de Chile 40-65

Quite upsetting was Luis ML's 25-point home defeat in a game versus Univ.de Chile who crushed hosts They held Luis ML to an opponent 24.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 40.0 percent accuracy of the winners. Univ.de Chile forced 20 Luis ML turnovers. The best player for the winners was Josefa Orrego (172-2003) who scored 18 points and 4 assists. Forward Ivannia Saavedra (-2001) chipped in 6 points and 9 rebounds. Center Maria Marinakis produced 4 points and 12 rebounds and Ignacia Cardenas (-2002) added 12 points respectively for the hosts. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Univ.de Chile will meet at home CDSC in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Luis ML will play against Tomas L and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Luis ML: C.Ignacia 12+3reb, E.Avendano 5+2reb, M.Maria 4+12reb+1ast, G.Arias 4+6reb, G.Miranda 4+1reb+1ast, H.Carolina 4+2reb+2ast
Univ.de Chile: O.Josefa 18+3reb+4ast, M.Carolina 10+4reb+2ast, U.Isidora 9+2reb, P.Aracelly 7+3reb, S.Ivannia 6+9reb+2ast, C.Katherine 6+2reb+1ast

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CUBA

Santiago take 2-0 lead in the Finals - by Eurobasket News

Guantanamo - Santiago 61:67

Santiago have won the second straight game in the Finals. They edged Guantanamo 67-61 to take 2-0 lead in the series.
Guantanamo started better and grabbed a 17-11 lead at the start. Moreover, they posted a narrow 18-17 run in the second period, whilst Santiago dominated the rest of the game. The latter replied with a massive 20-6 surge in the third period to seal the win.

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CZECH REPUBLIC

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Brionna JONES

USK Praha
(191-C-1995)
Avg: 23.4

23.4

20.3

18.6

16.7

16.5

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EL SALVADOR

Liga Mayor Round 13: Santa Tecla 2 beat LMMR 2 in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

An exciting game was played in Santa Tecla. Leader Santa Tecla 2 faced 4th placed LMMR 2. Host Santa Tecla 2 (12-0) smashed guests from Santa Ana (5-7) 87-68. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of LMMR 2. They outrebounded LMMR 2 48-29 including a 35-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Cuban center Yayma Boulet (193-1984) fired a double-double by scoring 15 points, 17 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Cuban point guard Arlenys Romero (176-1984) chipped in 24 points and 8 rebounds. Santa Tecla 2's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Vanessa Hernandez (157-1997) produced 16 points and 9 assists for lost side. Undefeated Santa Tecla 2 have an impressive series of twelve victories in a row. They maintain first place with 12-0 record. LMMR 2 at the other side keeps the fourth position with seven games lost.
Bottom-ranked Santa Ana 2 (0-12) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 90-44 loss to second ranked San Salvador (7-5) in San Salvador. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized American Emily Tevez (175-1993, college: NDN) who helped to win the game recording 15 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Elisa Dominguez contributed with 22 points for the winners. San Salvador's coach felt very confident using 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Guard Melany Sanchez (167-2004) answered with 22 points and 6 rebounds for Santa Ana 2. San Salvador maintains second place with 7-5 record having five points less than leader Santa Tecla 2. Santa Ana 2 lost their twelfth game in a row. They still close the standings with 12 games lost.

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Santa Tecla 2 - LMMR 2 87-68

An exciting game was played in Santa Tecla. Leader Santa Tecla 2 faced 4th placed LMMR 2. Host Santa Tecla 2 (12-0) smashed guests from Santa Ana (5-7) 87-68. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of LMMR 2. They outrebounded LMMR 2 48-29 including a 35-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Cuban center Yayma Boulet (193-1984) fired a double-double by scoring 15 points, 17 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Cuban point guard Arlenys Romero (176-1984) chipped in 24 points and 8 rebounds. Santa Tecla 2's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Vanessa Hernandez (157-1997) produced 16 points and 9 assists and forward Yenniffer Pena (180) added 15 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Santa Tecla 2 have an impressive series of twelve victories in a row. They maintain first place with 12-0 record. LMMR 2 at the other side keeps the fourth position with seven games lost.
Top scorers:
Santa Tecla 2: A.Romero 24+8reb+3ast, A.Funes 21+5reb+2ast, Y.Boulet 15+17reb+4ast, M.Aristondo 13+3reb+5ast, L.Camila 4+4reb+3ast, A.Rivas 4+3reb+1ast
LMMR 2: H.Vanessa 16+2reb+9ast, P.Yenniffer 15+5reb+5ast, M.Priscila 13+3reb, R.Katherine 10+2reb, P.Yadira 8+12reb+4ast, M.Karen 4+2reb+1ast

San Salvador - Santa Ana 2 90-44

Bottom-ranked Santa Ana 2 (0-12) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 90-44 loss to second ranked San Salvador (7-5) in San Salvador. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. They dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Santa Ana 2's 26. San Salvador forced 22 Santa Ana 2 turnovers and outrebounded them 57-33 including a 20-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. San Salvador players were unselfish on offense dishing 28 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Santa Ana 2's players. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized American Emily Tevez (175-1993, college: NDN) who helped to win the game recording 15 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Elisa Dominguez (165-2000) contributed with 22 points for the winners. Tevez is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four San Salvador players scored in double figures. San Salvador's coach felt very confident using 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Guard Melany Sanchez (167-2004) answered with 22 points and 6 rebounds and forward Sofia Zavala (167-2005) added 8 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Santa Ana 2. San Salvador maintains second place with 7-5 record having five points less than leader Santa Tecla 2. Santa Ana 2 lost their twelfth game in a row. They still close the standings with 12 games lost.
Top scorers:
San Salvador: E.Dominguez 22+2reb+3ast, M.Calderon 15+4reb+1ast, E.Tevez 15+9reb+5ast, V.Zulma 12+6reb+2ast, M.Kenia 9+5reb+4ast, L.Macias 7+8reb+8ast
Santa Ana 2: S.Melany 22+6reb+3ast, M.Maritza 10+3reb+3ast, Z.Sofia 8+7reb+2ast, R.Jenniffer 4+11reb+1ast, M.Menendez 0, F.Monroy 0

Yayma Boulet claims Salvadorean Liga Mayor weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Experienced Cuban Yayma Boulet (193-C-1984) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for league's leader Santa Tecla 2 and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Liga Mayor Player of the Week award for round 13.
The 38-year old center had a double-double of 15 points and seventeen rebounds, while her team crushed LMMR 2 (#4, 5-7) with 19-point margin 87-68. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Santa Tecla 2 to consolidate first place in the Salvadorean Liga Mayor. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is already in a full swing and Santa Tecla 2 still have not lost a single game, getting all 12 victories. Boulet just recently signed at Santa Tecla 2, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Boulet has impressive league stats. She is league's best scorer averaging so far 24.8ppg. Boulet is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 14.4rpg) and averages solid 1.8bpg and 61.6% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was another Santa Tecla 2's star - young Cuban point guard Arlenys Romero (176-PG-1984). Romero impressed basketball fans with 24 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists. Of course together with Boulet she helped Santa Tecla 2 with another comfortable win 87-68 over the lower-ranked LMMR 2 (#4, 5-7) being unquestionably team leader. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Santa Tecla 2 consolidated its place in the very top position of the standings. She plays for the best team in the league and Santa Tecla 2 managed to win all 12 games keeping a perfect record. Romero is one of the most experienced players at Santa Tecla 2 and similarly like Yayma Boulet has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.6ppg (#2). Her other stats are also decent: 4.5rpg and 6.3apg.

The third best performed player last round was Elisa Dominguez (165-SG-2000) of second-ranked San Salvador. Dominguez scored 22 points. She was a key player of San Salvador, leading her team to a 90-44 easy win against Santa Ana 2 (#5, 0-12). San Salvador needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 8 victories and 5 lost games. Dominguez has a very solid season. In 10 games in El Salvador she scored 10.5ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Aida Funes (171-PG-1984) of Santa Tecla 2 - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Emily Tevez (175-SG-1993) of San Salvador - 15 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Leyda Macias (165-PG-1983) of San Salvador - 7 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists
7. Yadira Polanco (177-G/F-1992) of LMMR 2 - 8 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Monica Aristondo (163-SG-1992) of Santa Tecla 2 - 13 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists
9. Monica Calderon (175-PF-1991) of San Salvador - 15 points and 4 rebounds
10. Yenniffer Pena (180-F) of LMMR 2 - 15 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists

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

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EUROCUP

Eurobasket.com All-EuroCup Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Final Four MVP: France

Marine Johannes (174-G-1995) of Lyon
Player of the Year: USA

Teaira McCowan (201-C-1996) of Galatasaray
Guard of the Year: USA

Shatori Walker-Kimbrough (180-G-1996) of M.Ashdod
Forward of the Year: USA

Alisia Jenkins (186-F-1994) of Ramat Hasharon
Center of the Year: USA

Teaira McCowan (201-C-1996) of Galatasaray
European Player of the Year: Belgium

Julie Vanloo (172-PG-1993) of BLMA
Import of the Year: USA

Teaira McCowan (201-C-1996) of Galatasaray
Coach of the Year: David Gautier of Lyon

Eurobasket.com All-EuroCup First Team 2023

Walker-Kimbrough

Vanloo

Jenkins

Austin

McCowan

First Team
USA

Shatori Walker-Kimbrough (180-G-1996) of M.Ashdod
Belgium

Julie Vanloo (172-PG-1993) of BLMA
USA

Alisia Jenkins (186-F-1994) of Ramat Hasharon
USA

Shakira Austin (196-F-1999) of E.Ramla
USA

Teaira McCowan (201-C-1996) of Galatasaray

Eurobasket.com All-EuroCup Second Team 2023

Burdick

Stanacev

Smith

Mununga

Brown

Second Team
USA

Cassidie Burdick (188-G) of PEAC-Pecs
Serbia

Aleksandra Stanacev (167-PG-1994) of Lublin
Australia

Alanna Smith (193-F-1996) of Gorzow Wlkp.
Belgium

Bethy Mununga (183-F-1997) of Sf.Gheorghe
USA

Kalani Brown (201-C-1997) of M.Ashdod

Eurobasket.com All-EuroCup Honorable Mention 2023

Mack

Fiebich

Brown

Hurt

Smalls

Fraser

Honorable Mention
USA

Natasha Mack (193-C/F-1997) of Lublin
Germany

Leonie Fiebich (193-SF-2000) of Zaragoza
USA

Kalani Brown (201-C-1997) of M.Ashdod
USA

Courtney Hurt (185-F-1990) of E.Holon
USA

Kamiah Smalls (178-G-1998) of Villeneuve
USA

Brianna Fraser (190-F-1997) of Flammes
USA

Khadijiah Cave (190-C-1995) of Sf.Gheorghe
USA

Jessica Shepard (193-F-1996) of Venezia
USA

Courtney Range (191-F/C-1995) of Fribourg
USA

Alysha Clark (178-F-1987) of E.Ramla

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HOLLAND

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Marlou DE KLEIJN

Binn.
(183-G-1992)
Avg: 21.9

21.9

19.5

18.5

16.5

16.2

Eredivisie Round 2 of Semi-Finals. Den Helder and Grasshoppers advance into Finals - by Eurobasket News

Binnenland - Den Helder 73-82

Binnenland was plagued by 28 personal fouls down the stretch. The former international point guard Janiek van Veen (173-1995) orchestrated the victory by scoring 25 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. American forward Kelsi Lidge (173, college: Drexel) contributed with 16 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. The former international guard Marlou De Kleijn (183-1992) replied with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international center Eline Kasius (190-1992) added 11 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Binnenland. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Binnenland's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
Binnenland: M.De Kleijn 19+12reb+4ast, E.Kasius 11+5reb+2ast, L.Van Den Adel 11+4reb+3ast, J.Guijt 11+1reb, O.Beyza 9+2reb+1ast, G.Van Den Bosch 7+2reb+1ast
Den Helder: J.van Veen 25+8reb+6ast, K.Lidge 16+7reb+1ast, V.Iris 10+7reb+1ast, K.Fleuren 10+2reb+1ast, H.Elske 9+5reb, V.Linge Mecx 5+3reb+2ast

Triple Threat - Grasshoppers 76-93

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HUNGARY

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Aaryn ELLENBERG-WILEY

UNI
(168-PG-1992)
Avg: 19.2

19.2

17.8

17.5

17.1

16.9

A Division Round 1 of Finals. Sopron record first victory - by Eurobasket News

FINAL

Sopron - UNI Gyor 80-68

Sopron dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to UNI Gyor's 30 and made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. Sopron looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Serbian Jelena Brooks (188-1989) fired 25 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Australian center Eziyoda Magbegor (193-1999) chipped in 19 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field). American point guard Aaryn Ellenberg-Wiley (168-1992, college: Oklahoma) produced 28 points and 6 rebounds and Slovakian forward Sabina Oroszova (189-1993, college: EIU, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) added 13 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side.
Top scorers:
Sopron: J.Brooks 25+5reb+3ast, E.Magbegor 19+6reb+6ast, A.Kunek 8+5reb, Y.Turner 8+5reb+7ast, Z.Fegyverneky 7+1reb+4ast, D.Czukor 7+6reb
UNI Gyor: A.Ellenberg-Wiley 28+6reb+2ast, S.Oroszova 13+7reb+3ast, D.Ruff-Nagy 10+1reb+2ast, D.Dubei 7+5reb+1ast, R.Dombai 5+1reb+2ast, Z.Varga 3+4reb+2ast

3-4 Place

Miskolc - Atomeromu 64-60

Miskolc made 16-of-19 charity shots (84.2 percent) during the game. Puerto Rican-American point guard Arella Guirantes (181-1997, college: Rutgers) nailed a double-double by scoring 30 points and 19 rebounds (made all of her eleven free throws !!!) for the winning side and international guard Veronika Kanyasi (179-1999) accounted for 14 points. International forward Cyesha Goree (188-1993, college: Michigan) came up with 16 points and 8 rebounds and naturalized Serbian center Sara Krnjic (191-1991) added 14 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Atomeromu in the defeat.
Top scorers:
Miskolc: A.Guirantes 30+19reb+3ast, V.Kanyasi 14+1reb+2ast, R.Bernath 7+3reb+2ast, N.Aho 3+2reb+3ast, D.Garbin 3+4reb+1ast, A.Tyra 3
Atomeromu: C.Goree 16+8reb+2ast, S.Krnjic 14+7reb+2ast, A.Studer 11+5reb+2ast, S.Wallace 8+1reb+2ast, N.Dudasova 7+9reb+3ast, R.Manyoky 4+2reb+1ast

5-6 Place

PEAC-Pecs - TFSE-MTK 100-52

PEAC-Pecs dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to TFSE-MTK's 24. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The former international center Virag Kiss (195-1998) fired 18 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. American-Puerto Rican guard Jazmon Gwathmey (188-1993, college: JMU) chipped in 11 points and 9 rebounds. Four PEAC-Pecs players scored in double figures. Swingman Janka Hegedus (186, college: FIU) produced 9 points and guard Panka Dul (179-2000) added 8 points and 4 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.
Top scorers:
PEAC-Pecs: V.Kiss 18+9reb+1ast, N.Wentzel 14+2ast, O.Adenike 11+7reb+1ast, J.Gwathmey 11+9reb+3ast, R.Kaszas-Pap 10+4reb, S.Calhoun 10+2reb
TFSE-MTK: D.Terka 10+1reb+2ast, J.Hegedus 9+4reb+1ast, P.Dul 8+1reb+4ast, L.Manis 7+5reb, T.Eszter 4+4reb, A.Nemeth 4+3reb+1ast

7-8 Place

ELTE BEAC - Vasas Akademia 62-77

27 personal fouls committed by ELTE BEAC helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American center Schaquilla Nunn (190, college: Tennessee) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 18 rebounds for the winners and her fellow American import guard Katrina Pardee (173, college: WVU) chipped in 16 points and 5 rebounds. Four Vasas Akademia players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Franka Toth (187-2001) responded with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds and Croatian center Ana Vojtulek (189-1999) scored 18 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Vasas Akademia: S.Nunn 18+18reb, K.Pardee 16+5reb+2ast, O.Toth 11+6reb+5ast, E.Madar 10+6reb, N.Smailbegovic 7+2ast, S.Tamara 5+1reb+2ast
ELTE BEAC: F.Toth 24+10reb, A.Vojtulek 18+9reb+2ast, M.Green 9+5reb+5ast, B.Angyal 6+2reb+8ast, K.Boglarka 2+1reb, J.Angela 2+1reb

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ICELAND

D1 Round 4 of Finals. Thor AK force decider - by Eurobasket News

Thor AK - Stjarnan 91-84

The hosts trailed by 3 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 11-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 91-84. Thor AK forced 22 Stjarnan turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of German forward Tuba Poyraz (184-2001) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and American forward Maddie Sutton (180-1998, college: Tusculum) who added 13 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals (perfect from the field making all six shots) during the contest. At the losing side American center Riley Popplewell (180-1997, college: USC Upstate) responded with 22 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and point guard Isold Saevarsdottir (165-2007) scored 13 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Stjarnan's coach Audur Olafsdottir rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
Thor AK: H.Bjornsdottir 19+2reb+1ast, T.Poyraz 19+11reb+4ast, H.Ottosdottir 15+2reb+3ast, M.Sutton 13+8reb+8ast, R.Konradsdottir 8+7reb+1ast, S.Emma 8+1reb+2ast
Stjarnan: R.Popplewell 22+8reb+4ast, A.Kolbrun 14+6reb+3ast, L.Dilja 14+2reb+2ast, S.Isold 13+7reb+6ast, O.Bara 8+1reb+1ast, H.Heidrun 6+1reb+1ast

Subway League Round 5 of Semi-Finals. Valur join Keflavik in Finals - by Eurobasket News

Haukar - Valur 46-56

The game without a history. Valur led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Haukar to just 7 points in first quarter. American guard Kiana Johnson (171-1993, college: Virginia Union) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners and international forward Hildur Kjartansdottir (185-1994, college: UTRGV) chipped in 7 points and 14 rebounds. American guard Keira Robinson (170-1994, college: VCU) responded with 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international forward Eva Kristjansdottir (186-1997) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds.
Top scorers:
Haukar: K.Robinson 16+8reb+4ast, E.Kristjansdottir 10+10reb+1ast, A.Tinna 8+3reb+1ast, A.Elisabeth 5+9reb, S.Gisladottir 3+2reb+1ast, S.Helena 2+6reb+3ast
Valur: K.Johnson 18+12reb+9ast, A.Grimsdottir 13+6reb+1ast, H.Kjartansdottir 7+14reb+1ast, D.Karlsdottir 7+3reb, H.Jonsdottir 6+4reb+1ast, S.Costa 3+4reb

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Serie A2 Round 26: Scrivia defeat Udine in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most exciting game of round 26 in the Serie A2 took place in Scrivia. This derby game ended with only one-point defeat on the road of 4th ranked Udine (20-6) to second ranked Scrivia (22-4) 61-60 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Udine. They outrebounded Udine 41-23 including a 16-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Croatian Nina Premasunac (187-1992, agency: LBM Management) had a double-double by scoring 10 points and 14 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and power forward Giulia Rulli (183-1991) chipped in 5 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Scrivia's coach Nino Molino used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. French power forward Angelina Turmel (197-1996, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) responded with 15 points and 6 rebounds. Scrivia maintains second position with 22-4 record behind leader Milano, which they share with Costa Masnaga. Udine at the other side keeps the fourth place with six games lost.
Serie A2 top team - Milano (24-2) added another victory to their record. This time they beat twelfth ranked Ponzano (8-18) in Veneto 63-58. Power forward Paola Novati (180-1998) notched 16 points to lead the effort and Tayara Madonna supported her with 13 points. Even 9 points and 7 rebounds by Swedish swingman Amanda Tivenius (182-1996, college: CS Fullerton) did not help to save the game for Ponzano. Ponzano's coach Matteo Gambarotto rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Milano have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 24-2 record. Ponzano at the other side keeps the twelfth place with 18 games lost.
Serie A2 top team - Empoli (23-3) had no problems winning another game on Sunday. This time they crushed fourteenth ranked Roseto (4-21) 71-38. The best player for the winners was Laura Manetti who scored 12 points and 8 rebounds. Chiara Schena produced 9 points and 5 rebounds for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Empoli have an impressive 11-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 23-3 record. Roseto lost tenth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fourteenth place with 21 games lost.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 26: La Spezia won against Cagliari on the opponent's court 65-54. Costa Masnaga managed to outperform Carugate in a home game 74-56. Treviso recorded a loss to Alpo on the road 71-67. Bolzano BC defeated Trieste on its own court 72-57. Broni was beaten by Vicenza in a road game 68-65. Mantova destroyed Bolzano AV at home 82-50. Battipaglia managed to outperform Ancona on the opponent's court 53-45. Umbertide recorded a loss to Firenze in a home game 62-72. Patti defeated Cagliari on the road 63-48. Vigarano was smashed by La Spezia on its own court 56-88. Matelica lost to Savona in a road game 55-68.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 12 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals by Angelica Castellani of La Spezia.

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Cagliari - La Spezia 54-65

Very expected game when 13th ranked Cagliari (5-21) was defeated at home by fourth ranked La Spezia (18-7) 65-54 on Wednesday. The best player for the winners was guard Angelica Castellani (170-2000) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals. The former international guard Elisa Templari (175-1989, agency: LBM Management) chipped in 18 points. Forward Delia Gagliano (182-1997) produced 12 points and 7 rebounds and guard Anna Paoletti (170-2001) added 8 points and 6 assists respectively for the hosts. Cagliari's coach Federico Xaxa tested twelve players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. La Spezia moved-up to third place. Loser Cagliari keeps the thirteenth position with 21 games lost.
Top scorers:
La Spezia: E.Templari 18+1reb+2ast, C.Angelica 12+10reb+5ast, M.Zolfanelli 8+5reb+3ast, D.Allanis 8+9reb, S.Colognesi 8+5reb+3ast, N.Nancy 5+4reb+2ast
Cagliari: D.Gagliano 12+7reb+1ast, K.Stawinska 10+4reb+2ast, S.Saias 9+2reb+1ast, A.Paoletti 8+3reb+6ast, E.Caldaro 6+6reb, E.Striulli 4+1reb+4ast

Group North

Ponzano - Milano 58-63

Serie A2 top team - Milano (24-2) added another victory to their record. This time they beat twelfth ranked Ponzano (8-18) in Veneto 63-58. Power forward Paola Novati (180-1998) notched 16 points to lead the effort and naturalized Brazilian swingman Tayara Madonna (170-1991) supported her with 13 points. Even 9 points and 7 rebounds by Swedish swingman Amanda Tivenius (182-1996, college: CS Fullerton) did not help to save the game for Ponzano. Sara Iuliano (168-2001) added 9 points and 5 assists for the hosts. Ponzano's coach Matteo Gambarotto rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Milano have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 24-2 record. Ponzano at the other side keeps the twelfth place with 18 games lost.
Top scorers:
Milano: P.Novati 16+3reb, T.Madonna 13+3reb+2ast, S.Guarneri 10+3reb+1ast, S.Toffali 7+2reb+1ast, E.Penz 7+4reb+1ast, R.Van Der Keijl 6+6reb
Ponzano: M.Pellegrini 11+2reb+1ast, V.Laura 11+6reb, I.Sara 9+4reb+5ast, A.Tivenius 9+7reb+3ast, G.Pertile 8+3reb+1ast, G.Claudia 6+3reb

Costa Masnaga - Carugate 74-56

Very predictable result when third ranked Costa Masnaga (22-4) defeated at home 9th ranked Carugate (10-16) 74-56 on Saturday. They outrebounded Carugate 50-25 including a 18-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Costa Masnaga looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was German forward Patricia Brossmann (183-1997, college: San Diego) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 14 rebounds. Forward Angelica Tibe (185-1996) chipped in 8 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Croatian forward Iva Belosevic (191-1997, college: UTRGV) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists and Canadian forward Christina Morra (188-2000, college: Wake Forest) added 11 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Costa Masnaga have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Scrivia. Loser Carugate keeps the ninth position with 16 games lost. They share it with Bolzano BC and Ancona.
Top scorers:
Costa Masnaga: P.Brossmann 22+14reb+2ast, G.Villarruel 14, O.Cristina 8+3reb, A.Tibe 8+8reb+7ast, A.Vittoria 8+6reb+2ast, V.Eleonora 6+2reb+2ast
Carugate: I.Belosevic 13+12reb+6ast, C.Morra 11+5reb, M.Baiardo 9+1reb, F.Diotti 9+2ast, U.Sara 5+1reb+3ast, N.Ilaria 4+1ast

Scrivia - Udine 61-60

The most exciting game of round 26 in the Serie A2 took place in Scrivia. This derby game ended with only one-point defeat on the road of 4th ranked Udine (20-6) to second ranked Scrivia (22-4) 61-60 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Udine. They outrebounded Udine 41-23 including a 16-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Croatian Nina Premasunac (187-1992, agency: LBM Management) had a double-double by scoring 10 points and 14 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and power forward Giulia Rulli (183-1991) chipped in 5 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Scrivia's coach Nino Molino used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. French power forward Angelina Turmel (197-1996, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) responded with 15 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Giorgia Bovenzi (165-2002) scored 15 points and 5 rebounds. Scrivia maintains second position with 22-4 record behind leader Milano, which they share with Costa Masnaga. Udine at the other side keeps the fourth place with six games lost.
Top scorers:
Scrivia: V.Gatti 12+2reb+1ast, V.Bonasia 10+2reb, N.Premasunac 10+14reb+3ast, A.Ravelli 8+1reb+1ast, F.Leonardi 6+2reb+1ast, S.Marangoni 5+3reb+1ast
Udine: R.Sara 17+2reb+2ast, B.Giorgia 15+5reb+1ast, A.Turmel 15+6reb+1ast, E.Da Pozzo 6+5reb+2ast, C.Bacchini 5, M.Mosetti 2+2reb+2ast

Alpo - Treviso 71-67

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Verona where 6th ranked Treviso (12-14) was defeated by seventh ranked Alpo (12-14) 71-67 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was guard Elisa Mancinelli (177-1993) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 14 rebounds and 7 assists. Center Serena Soglia (185-2000) chipped in 10 points and 8 rebounds. Power forward Mounia El Habbab (186-1994) produced 22 points and 9 rebounds and naturalized Argentinian swingman Macarena Rosset (178-1991) added 19 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists respectively for the guests. Alpo moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Broni and Treviso.
Top scorers:
Alpo: E.Mancinelli 14+14reb+7ast, T.Anna 11+1reb+3ast, S.Soglia 10+8reb, N.Diene 8+5reb, M.Rosignoli 7+2reb+1ast, A.Vitari 7+5reb
Treviso: M.El Habbab 22+9reb, M.Rosset 19+5reb+7ast, C.Zagni 10+8reb+3ast, S.Vespignani 9+3reb+5ast, V.Michela 4+3reb, E.Ramo 3+1ast

Bolzano BC - Trieste 72-57

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both eleventh ranked Bolzano BC and 10th ranked Trieste had identical 9-16 record. This time Bolzano BC used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Trieste 72-57 on Saturday night. They outrebounded Trieste 42-28 including 31 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was Elena Vella (175-2000) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Caterina Logoh (182-2003) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds. Power forward Costanza Miccoli (181-1995) produced 17 points and guard Lara Cumbat (178-1988) added 7 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the guests. Bolzano BC (10-16) moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Carugate and Ancona. Trieste lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the eleventh position with 17 games lost.
Top scorers:
Bolzano BC: E.Vella 15+10reb+4ast, S.Fall 12+2reb, L.Caterina 10+12reb+1ast, P.Chrysanthidou 9+1reb, G.Assentato 9+5reb+2ast, M.Daniela Servillo 9+5reb+6ast
Trieste: C.Miccoli 17, I.Bosnjak 8+3reb+1ast, L.Cumbat 7+9reb+1ast, S.Elena 6+1reb+1ast, C.Chiara 6+2reb+2ast, C.Camporeale 5+6reb

Vicenza - Broni 68-65

There was an upset when higher ranked Broni (12-14) was edged on the road by thirteenth ranked Vicenza (6-20) 68-65 on Saturday. Vicenza made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was point guard Viviana Giordano (175-1989) who had a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds. Slovenian guard Sara Vujacic (180-1996, college: Maryland) chipped in 13 points and 5 rebounds. Five Vicenza players scored in double figures. Forward Ilaria Bonvecchio (172-1994) produced 14 points and 8 rebounds and Swedish forward Amanda Kantzy (186-1996, college: Albany) added 15 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the guests. Vicenza maintains thirteenth position with 6-20 record. Broni lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with 14 games lost. They share the position with Alpo and Treviso.
Top scorers:
Vicenza: A.Giorgia 13+1reb+1ast, S.Vujacic 13+5reb+3ast, V.Giordano 11+10reb+3ast, E.Castello 10+4reb, A.Peserico 10+6reb+2ast, V.Sturma 7+4reb
Broni: A.Kantzy 15+7reb+1ast, I.Bonvecchio 14+8reb+3ast, A.De Pasquale 14+4reb+1ast, G.Manzotti 7+2reb+1ast, C.Colli 7+5reb+2ast, G.Sorrentino 4+1reb

Mantova - Bolzano AV 82-50

No shocking result in a game when eighth ranked Mantova (11-15) outleveled at home 14th ranked Bolzano AV (4-22) 82-50 on Saturday. Mantova dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Bolzano AV's 32. They outrebounded Bolzano AV 43-24 including a 34-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Marika Labanca (185-2003) who scored 11 points and 9 rebounds. Swingman Marida Orazzo (175-1994, agency: LBM Management) chipped in 11 points and 6 rebounds. Five Mantova players scored in double figures. Mantova's coach Stefano Purrone felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Center Meriem Nasraoui (183-2002) produced 19 points and 6 rebounds and guard Elena Giordano (178-2002) added 6 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the guests. Mantova maintains eighth position with 11-15 record, which they share with Umbertide. Bolzano AV lost thirteenth consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth place with 22 games lost.
Top scorers:
Mantova: V.Dell'Olio 13+5reb+1ast, S.Bottazzi 12+3reb+1ast, M.Orazzo 11+6reb+2ast, L.Marika 11+9reb+1ast, N.Mame 11+6reb, B.Agnese 11+3reb+1ast
Bolzano AV: N.Meriem 19+6reb+1ast, S.Annalisa 8+2reb+2ast, F.Fabbricini 7+3reb, E.Giordano 6+8reb+1ast, S.De Marchi 5+2reb+3ast, D.Schwienbacher 2+2reb+4ast

Group South

Ancona - Battipaglia 45-53

Very expected game when 10th ranked Ancona (10-16) was defeated at home by second ranked Battipaglia (19-7) 53-45 on Sunday. Battipaglia forced 19 Ancona turnovers. The best player for the winners was naturalized American forward Bree Alford (183-1996, college: LMU) who scored 9 points and 12 rebounds. Center Adriana Cutrupi (186-1996) chipped in 12 points and 7 rebounds. Forward Abiodun Yusuf (180-2000) produced 10 points and 5 rebounds and point guard Margherita Mataloni (170-1995) added 7 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Ancona's coach tested twelve players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Battipaglia have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 19-7 record having four points less than leader Milano. Newly promoted Ancona dropped to the ninth place with 16 games lost. They share the position with Bolzano BC and Carugate.
Top scorers:
Battipaglia: R.Potolicchio 12+1reb+1ast, A.Cutrupi 12+7reb, B.Alford 9+12reb, S.Sarah 6, P.Ferrari 5+3reb+1ast, L.Ilaria 3+1reb
Ancona: S.Bona 11+2reb, Y.Abiodun 10+5reb+2ast, M.Mataloni 7+5reb+2ast, A.Rylichova 6+2reb+1ast, A.Pelliccetti 3, G.Agnese 3+8reb+1ast

Umbertide - Firenze 62-72

Rather predictable result when fifth ranked Firenze (17-9) defeated on the road 9th ranked Umbertide (11-15) 72-62 on Sunday. They outrebounded Umbertide 39-22 including a 29-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was French center Alexandrine Fegue (193-1997, college: UCSD) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 21 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). Swingman Flavia De Cassan (175-1998, agency: SLN) chipped in 15 points and 7 rebounds. Four Firenze players scored in double figures. Firenze's coach Stefano Corsini allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Forward Francesca DAngelo (182-2001) produced 16 points and 8 rebounds and Croatian Sara Boric (176-2000) added 15 points respectively for the hosts. Firenze have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 17-9 record. Loser Umbertide dropped to the eighth place with 15 games lost. They share the position with Mantova.
Top scorers:
Firenze: A.Fegue 17+21reb, F.De Cassan 15+7reb+2ast, M.Rossini 13+1reb+5ast, S.Rossini 10+3ast, P.Anna 8+5reb+6ast, C.Anna 7+2reb+1ast
Umbertide: D.Francesca 16+8reb+2ast, B.Sara 15+4reb+1ast, B.Stroscio 13+2reb+1ast, B.Samira 9+1reb+4ast, C.Chiara 7+2reb+4ast, G.Paolocci 2+4reb

Cagliari - Patti 48-63

Not a big story in a game when 13th ranked Cagliari (5-21) was defeated at home by fourth ranked Patti (18-8) 63-48 on Sunday. Patti dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Cagliari's 28. They outrebounded Cagliari 42-28 including 30 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was forward Marta Verona (174-1994) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds. The former international guard Allegra Botteghi (181-1995, college: Providence) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds. Guard Sara Giangrasso (175-2000) produced 15 points and 7 rebounds and forward Eugenia Caldaro (178-1996) added 9 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Cagliari's coach Federico Xaxa tested eleven players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Patti maintains fourth position with 18-8 record. Loser Cagliari keeps the thirteenth place with 21 games lost.
Top scorers:
Patti: A.Botteghi 13+11reb, S.Sarni 12+6reb+1ast, M.Verona 12+12reb+2ast, L.Miccio 9+2reb+2ast, K.Pilabere 7+6reb+2ast, M.Sofia 6+2reb+1ast
Cagliari: S.Giangrasso 15+7reb+1ast, E.Caldaro 9+5reb+2ast, A.Puggioni 8+1reb, D.Gagliano 4+5reb, S.Saias 4+1reb+2ast, K.Stawinska 4+3reb+1ast

Vigarano - La Spezia 56-88

Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked La Spezia (18-7) outscored on the road 12th ranked Vigarano (7-19) 88-56 on Sunday. La Spezia dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Vigarano's 32 and made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was power forward Silvia Colognesi (182-2002, agency: LBM Management) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Angelica Castellani (170-2000) chipped in 16 points. Five La Spezia players scored in double figures. Guard Veronica Perini (175-1988) produced 18 points and 6 rebounds and forward Isabella Olajide (183-2000) added 9 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. La Spezia moved-up to third place. Vigarano lost third consecutive game. They keep the twelfth position with 19 games lost.
Top scorers:
La Spezia: C.Angelica 16+2reb+3ast, E.Templari 14+1ast, S.Colognesi 14+10reb+1ast, M.Zolfanelli 12+2reb+2ast, P.Matilde 11+4reb+1ast, N.Nancy 7+3reb+1ast
Vigarano: V.Perini 18+6reb+2ast, K.Piedel 9+2reb, I.Olajide 9+5reb+1ast, G.Cecili 6+1ast, E.Candy 6+2reb, S.Ludovica 5+7reb+1ast

Empoli - Roseto 71-38

Serie A2 top team - Empoli (23-3) had no problems winning another game on Sunday. This time they crushed fourteenth ranked Roseto (4-21) 71-38. Empoli dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Roseto's 22. Empoli forced 25 Roseto turnovers and outrebounded them 43-29 including 29 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was center Laura Manetti (180-1999) who scored 12 points and 8 rebounds. Czech swingman Adela Smutna (183-1999, college: Northwest JC) chipped in 14 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Chiara Schena (180) produced 9 points and 5 rebounds and Spanish-Argentinian power forward Erica Sanchez (182-1976) added 6 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Empoli have an impressive 11-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 23-3 record. Roseto lost tenth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fourteenth place with 21 games lost.
Top scorers:
Empoli: A.Smutna 14+5reb+1ast, L.Manetti 12+8reb, A.Bambini 8+3reb+2ast, K.Stoichkova 7+1reb+4ast, G.Patane 7+8reb+3ast, A.Peresson 7+3reb+3ast
Roseto: S.Chiara 9+5reb+1ast, P.Giorgia 6+1ast, T.Mitreva 6+2reb, E.Sanchez 6+5reb, A.Kelly 4+1reb+2ast, M.Greta 4+1ast

Savona - Matelica 68-55

There was a minor upset when 6th ranked Matelica (14-12) was defeated on the road by eighth ranked Savona (13-13) 68-55 on Sunday. Savona held Matelica to an opponent 24.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 36.1 percent accuracy of the winners. Savona forced 19 Matelica turnovers. The best player for the winners was Polish Karolina Pobozy (190-1996) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Lucrezia Zanetti (170-1997, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 16 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Argentinian point guard Debora Gonzalez (170-1990, agency: Players Group) produced 9 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and point guard Alessia Cabrini (179-1996) added 11 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Savona maintains eighth position with 13-13 record. Loser Matelica keeps the sixth place with 12 games lost.
Top scorers:
Savona: K.Pobozy 18+10reb+4ast, L.Zanetti 16+6reb+4ast, A.Sansalone 9+1reb+3ast, P.Beatrice 6+8reb+1ast, A.Ceccardi 6+10reb, V.Gaia 4+2reb+1ast
Matelica: M.Giulia 11+3reb, A.Cabrini 11+8reb+1ast, D.Gonzalez 9+10reb+4ast, F.Alessia 6+3reb, L.Steggink 5+4reb, M.Grassia 4+4reb+1ast

Italian Serie A2 round 26 best performance: Patricia Brossmann - by Eurobasket News

German Forward Patricia Brossmann (183-F-1997) had an amazing evening in the last round for Costa Masnaga, receiving a Hoops Agents Serie A2 Player of the Week award for round 26.
The 25-year old player had a double-double of 22 points and 14 rebounds, while her team crushed Carugate (#10, 10-16) with 18-point margin 74-56. Costa Masnaga maintains the 3rd position in their group in Italian Serie A2. They are still close to the very top. Costa Masnaga would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 22-4 record. In the team's last game Brossmann had a remarkable 85.7% from 2-point range. She turned to be Costa Masnaga's top player in her first season with the team. Former University of San Diego star has very solid stats this year. Brossmann is in league's top in rebounds (3rd best: 12.3rpg).

The second best player in last round's games was young French Alexandrine Fegue (193-C-1997) of Firenze. Fegue had a very good evening with a double-double of 17 points and 21 rebounds. Of course Firenze cruised to a 72-62 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Umbertide (#9, 11-15). Firenze's 5th position in South has not changed. Her team lost some distance to top teams. But 17-9 record is not bad and everything may still change. Fegue is a newcomer at Firenze, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was guard Elisa Mancinelli (177-G-1993) of Alpo (#6). Mancinelli showcased her all-around game by recording 14 points, fourteen rebounds (!!!) and seven assists in the last round. She was a key player of Alpo, leading her team to a 71-67 win against Treviso (12-14). The chances of Alpo ranking at the top of North, however are very questionable as they have already lost 14 games, recording just twelve victories. With bigger assistance of her teammates, Mancinelli could help Alpo to bring them higher in the standings. Mancinelli has a great season in Italy. After 25 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 10.5rpg (5th best) and assists with 4.0apg (3rd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Silvia Colognesi (182-F/C-2002) of La Spezia - 14 points and 10 rebounds
5. Mounia El Habbab (186-C/F-1994) of Treviso - 22 points and 9 rebounds
6. Iva Belosevic (191-F-1997) of Carugate - 13 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists
7. Macarena Rosset (178-G/F-1991) of Treviso - 19 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists
8. Angelica Castellani (170-G-2000) of La Spezia - 12 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists
9. Veronica Perini (175-G-1988) of Vigarano - 18 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Karolina Pobozy (190-PF-1996) of Savona - 18 points, 10 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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WJBL NBDL Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

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Minami SHIRASAKI

Himeji
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Eneos Sunflowers conquer WJBL title - by Eurobasket News

Eneos S. - Toyota A. 72-64

Eneos Sunflowers claimed WJBL title. They overcame Toyota Antelopes in the decisive third game of the championship series to conquer the trophy. It was a good game for the former international Saori Miyazaki (167-1995) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists. The former international power forward Ramu Tokashiki (193-1991) contributed with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. The former international center Stephanie Mawuli (182-1998) answered with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 14 rebounds and the former international point guard Mai Kawai (171-1996) added 15 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for Toyota A.
Top scorers:
Eneos S.: R.Tokashiki 20+13reb+2ast, S.Miyazaki 17+6reb+12ast, S.Takada 11+2reb+1ast, A.Hoshi 7+4reb, S.Hayashi 6+7reb+1ast, M.Nagaoka 6+10reb+3ast
Toyota A.: S.Mawuli 20+14reb+2ast, M.Kawai 15+8reb+5ast, M.Yamamoto 14+3reb+6ast, M.Fujitaka 6+7reb, S.Sylla 6+5reb+1ast, K.Miyashita 3+3reb+1ast

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JORDAN

Jordan Women National Team lands coach Fran Garcia, ex Zamarat - by Abdul Hamid Addasi

Jordan Women National Team tabbed experienced 52-year old Spaniard coach Fran Garcia.

The last time (2017-2021) he coached at Zamarat in Spanish league.

Garcia has coached there for four years.

He used to coach Indian Women National Team (as head coach) back in 2013.

Garcia has coached also in Bembibre.

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KAZAKHSTAN

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Elizaveta MITINA

Tomiris
(171-SG-1998)
Avg: 18.7

18.7

17.7

16.0

15.6

14.3

D1 Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Astana Tigers and Turan record wins - by Eurobasket News

Astana Tigers - Aktobe 48-46

The former international center Anna Bezgodova (192-1992) fired a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. The former international forward Tamara Kuzmina (182-1990) chipped in 13 points and 5 rebounds. Russian center Alexandra Plyasova (194-1987) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds and Russian power forward Olga Aksenova (187-1996) added 18 points respectively for lost side.
Top scorers:
Astana Tigers: A.Bezgodova 16+12reb+3ast, T.Kuzmina 13+5reb+2ast, M.Astapenko 8+8reb+2ast, D.Koroleva 5+4reb+3ast, O.Nurbaeva 4+3reb+4ast, K.Anastasia 2+2reb+1ast
Aktobe: O.Aksenova 18+4reb+3ast, A.Plyasova 12+14reb, K.Ksenia 8+5reb+4ast, O.Bagmet 7+4reb+5ast, I.Manucharyan 1+8reb+3ast, K.Aleksandra 0

Turan - Caspiy Aktau 81-43

Turan held Caspiy Aktau to an opponent 24.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 42.7 percent accuracy of the winners. Turan forced 23 Caspiy Aktau turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 28 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Caspiy Aktau's players. Worth to mention a great performance of Ukrainian power forward Ganna Rulyova (183-1986, agency: BIG) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points and 14 rebounds. The former international forward Zalina Kurazova (185-1985) contributed with a double-double by scoring 12 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Four Turan players scored in double figures. Turan's coach Vitaliy Lopatin felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Point guard Alexandra Petelina (168-1998) answered with 14 points and 6 rebounds and Alexandra Saitova (164-2000) added 3 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for Caspiy Aktau.
Top scorers:
Turan: G.Rulyova 16+14reb+2ast, V.Voloshina 15+4reb+3ast, A.Alishauskayte 14+4reb+7ast, Z.Kurazova 12+10reb+5ast, R.Gavriluk 8+4ast, A.Glazacheva 5+2reb+2ast
Caspiy Aktau: P.Alexandra 14+6reb+2ast, A.Ilyasova 9+8reb, P.Valeria 7+6reb+3ast, K.Yrysty 5+1reb+2ast, A.Saitova 3+10reb+5ast, G.Meri 3+2reb+1ast

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LATVIA

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Megija ZELTINA

Riga/Jugla
(180-F-2006)
Avg: 19.3

19.3

18.8

15.7

15.2

14.8

LSBL Round 2 of Semi-Finals. RSU and TTT Riga enter Finals - by Eurobasket News

Riga/Juniores - RSU 53-81

RSU forced 22 Riga/Juniores turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Guard Enija Viksne (178-2004) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 assists. The former international forward Luize Septe (180-1999, college: S.Florida) contributed with 11 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks for the winners. Five RSU players scored in double figures. Katrina Kalnina (182-2004) replied with 15 points and Kate Kondratjeva (180-2005) added 10 points in the effort for Riga/Juniores. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
Riga/Juniores: K.Katrina 15+3reb+2ast, K.Kate 10+3reb+2ast, F.Elizabete 7+5reb+1ast, S.Gabranova 6+3reb+2ast, E.Cirule 6+3reb+1ast, S.Emilija 4+1reb+1ast
RSU: V.Enija 14+4reb+10ast, M.Mote 12+2reb+2ast, L.Septe 11+6reb+4ast, A.Mikelsone 10+4reb+2ast, D.Pavelsone 10+2reb+2ast, U.Steinharde 8+1reb

Liepaja/LSSS - TTT Riga 68-92

TTT Riga forced 19 Liepaja/LSSS turnovers and outrebounded them 41-24 including a 24-9 advantage in defensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. The former international forward Kate Vilka (184-1996, college: Fordham) scored 20 points and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American forward Dekeiya Cohen (188-1996, college: Baylor) chipped in 16 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Guard Madara Smite (170-2006) responded with 12 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and point guard Enija Kivite (176-2003) scored 13 points and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Liepaja/LSSS: P.Klescova 15+3reb+2ast, K.Enija 13+3reb+4ast, S.Madara 12+5reb+4ast, R.Korenika 11+2reb, M.Kitija 6+3reb+1ast, M.Deina 4+6reb+2ast
TTT Riga: K.Vilka 20+4reb+4ast, D.Cohen 16+9reb+2ast, M.Miscenko 11+5reb, V.Jasa 10+3reb+4ast, I.Jakobsone 9+1reb+2ast, G.Basko-Melnbarde 7+9reb+2ast

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LITHUANIA

Stats Leaders - LMKL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Olga FOMINA

VK-Kamane
(164-PG-1989)
Avg: 24.8

24.8

20.8

20.4

19.8

18.6

Moteru Lyga Round 1 of Finals. Kibirkstis-MRU edge Neptunas - by Eurobasket News

FINAL

Kibirkstis-MRU - Neptunas 89-78

The international power forward Gintare Petronyte (195-1989) stepped up and scored 30 points and 9 rebounds (made all of her nine free throws !!!) for the winners and the former international point guard Gabriele Sulske (177-1990) chipped in 16 points and 4 assists. At the losing side Cameroonian swingman Linda Ndoli (193-1995) responded with 20 points and 7 rebounds and Ukrainian swingman Viktoria Balaban (176-1997, agency: BIG) scored 12 points and 6 rebounds.
Top scorers:
Kibirkstis-MRU: G.Petronyte 30+9reb+2ast, G.Sulske 16+2reb+4ast, G.Mazionyte 13+5reb, E.Zabotkaite 9+2reb+6ast, R.Gerda 7+2reb+5ast, K.Kazociunaite 7+2reb+1ast
Neptunas: L.Ndoli 20+7reb+3ast, A.Cerneckyte 12+2reb+4ast, V.Balaban 12+6reb+1ast, D.Uliana 9+2reb+1ast, B.Sinickaite 8+3reb+5ast, S.Mikelionyte 7

3-4 Place

Aistes-LSMU - LCC Tarp. 72-76

LCC Tarp. made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. LCC Tarp. outrebounded Aistes-LSMU 48-32 including 33 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Latvian guard Lina Loceniece (178-2002, college: Wagner) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 7 rebounds. Latvian guard Elizabete Bulane (170-2003, college: Georgia Tech) contributed with 14 points and 6 assists for the winners. LCC Tarp.'s coach Vilius Stanisauskas used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American guard Tyra Buss (172-1996, college: Indiana) answered with 22 points and 5 assists and Gintare Paulauskaite (185-1995) added 16 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Aistes-LSMU.
Top scorers:
LCC Tarp.: L.Loceniece 23+7reb+2ast, E.Bulane 14+3reb+6ast, D.Kateryna 13+7reb+2ast, L.Jurciute 8+7reb+3ast, G.Draksaite 7+2reb, P.Maiara 5+9reb+3ast
Aistes-LSMU: T.Buss 22+3reb+5ast, G.Paulauskaite 16+5reb, G.Savostaite 9+7reb+1ast, M.Petrenaite 8+6reb+3ast, A.Zdaneviciute 6+2reb+3ast, D.Zukaite 5+2reb+2ast

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MALTA

Starlites defeat Hibernians to lift U-23 championship - by Eurobasket News

Starlites Naxxar raised the 2023 Under-23 women's league trophy after beating Hibernians in two straight games in the championship series. One can easily say that the first game in the same series had a large bearing on the outcome of the championship as the initial rubber on the series had to be decided right at the end of the first overtime period with a buzzer-beater that swayed the win off Hibs' hands and placed Naxxar on a psychological high ahead of game two. Although Starlites' leading player Mikela Riolo (170-SG-2001) (double-double with 32 points at 42% and 15 rebounds, four assists, eight steals) and young prospect Mariah Fenech (175-SG-2005) (11 rebounds, team-high nine assists, and nine steals) had given their side an early lead, Hibs showed a lot of composure and then enjoyed the lead for over 35 minutes in the first game. Very early after the change of ends, the Paolites managed to open a double-digit lead at 38-28, following a close-ranger from centre Julia Dabic (double-double with 23 points, three blocks, and 17 rebounds) and a trey from Kirsty Caruana (168-PF-2000) (also with a double-double, 21 points, 10 rebounds, seven assists). Despite Starlites' efforts, Hibs kept neutralising each suffered basket with one of their own at the other end and the end of the third quarter had them 52-45 ahead. They seemed to be moving to a first win in the series when a Britney Agius (12 rebounds) three-ball followed by a Dabic put-back, off a Kelly Conti assist (team-high 9 assists) had them open a maximum 11-point lead, 61-50, with just six minutes to go for the end of normal regulation time. However, Starlites had other ideas and mounted pressure on their opponents who started committing turnovers. Buoyed also by a superior offensive rebound game (24-10), Starlites started gnawing away at the deficit with a brace of Riolo treys and hoops from Michela Zammit Cordina (42% shooting and four assists) and Catherine Cilia (seven rebounds). Hibs seemed to have hit a big breather when Dabic scored from inside the key to make it +5 for her team with 23 seconds to go. Skipper Riolo was her side's first hero on the day as she first made a quick lay-up and then, with time coming down to a mere two seconds, landed a game-tie three-pointer for 67-67. The five-minute overtime period was a tight, balanced affair with players also feeling the tension of the match. Again, there was a nail-biting finale. Riolo, with yet another trey (six from 15 shots from long range) made it 75-74 with less than 30 seconds to go but Hibs were quick to reply when Jasmine Abela reached personal double figures and looked to have ascertained Hibs' victory. Starlites had one last possession and Zammit Cordina found open space in Hibs' defence and landed a mid-range jumper which saw nothing but net and gave a dramatic buzzer-beater win to Starlites. Game Two was a totally different game, and it was practically a foregone conclusion by the halfway mark. Starlites were with high morale following their first game success whilst Hibernians looked a subdued lot once they quickly found themselves in arrears very early in the game. A late 11-0 Naxxar run continued to distance the two teams as the first quarter ended 22-8 and matters got more complicated for Hibs when Starlites landed a 22-2 streak in the second quarter with points from all their players on the court at that juncture. After the two teams changed ends at 44-19, play became more balanced although Starlites were clearly in the driving seat. Hibs did have their best moments in the last quarter, where they managed to halve the deficit to 12 points, but time run out. At the end of the game, MBA secretary Joseph Muscat presented the league trophy to Starlites' captain Mikela Riolo as her side made merry with the numerous club supporters present for the final.
Courtesy of: sportsdesk.com.mt

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MOROCCO

DEX-D Round 22: RCOZ lose to IRAN - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of RCOZ (8-9) on the court of first ranked IRAN on Sunday night. Visitors were rolled over by IRAN 74-51. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of RCOZ. IRAN (18-3) have an impressive six-game winning streak. Newly promoted IRAN maintains first position which they share with defeated RCOZ. RCOZ at the other side still keeps top place with nine games lost. IRAN are looking forward to face FAR (#4) in Rabat in the next round. RCOZ will play at home against AREH and is hoping to win this game.
Important game to mention about took place in Tetouan. First ranked CODM (9-5) saved a 1-point victory on the road edging their biggest opponent MAT (6-10) 57-56 in the game for the first place. CODM have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 9-5 record. MAT lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the second place with ten games lost. CODM will play against KACM (#3) in Marrakech in the next round, which may be the game of the day. MAT will play at home against FUS Rabat and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in El Hajeb. Third ranked MTB faced 4th ranked AREH. Guests from Tanger (14-4) smashed host AREH (5-11) 75-49. MTB moved-up to second place. Newly promoted AREH dropped to the fifth position with 11 games lost. MTB will meet at home OCY (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. AREH will play against the league's leader RCOZ in Oued Zem and hope to secure a win.

In the last two games of round 22 FAR crushed OSC in Rabat 68-39. Winless OCY was smashed by FUS Rabat at home 29-71.

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OSC - FAR 39-68

There was no surprise in Safi where 6th ranked OSC (3-14) was crushed by fourth ranked FAR (13-3) 68-39 on Sunday. FAR have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with KACM. OSC lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 14 games lost. FAR will meet at home league's leader IRAN in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. OSC will have a break next round.

OCY - FUS Rabat 29-71

No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked FUS Rabat (6-13) smashed on the road bottom-ranked OCY (0-15) 71-29 on Sunday. FUS Rabat moved-up to fourth place. Loser OCY still closes the standings with 15 games lost. FUS Rabat will meet league's second-placed MAT in the next round and it may be the game of the week. OCY will play against the league's second-placed MTB (#2) in Tanger and hopes to get finally their first victory.

IRAN - RCOZ 74-51

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of RCOZ (8-9) on the court of first ranked IRAN on Sunday night. Visitors were rolled over by IRAN 74-51. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of RCOZ. IRAN (18-3) have an impressive six-game winning streak. Newly promoted IRAN maintains first position which they share with defeated RCOZ. RCOZ at the other side still keeps top place with nine games lost. IRAN are looking forward to face FAR (#4) in Rabat in the next round. RCOZ will play at home against AREH and is hoping to win this game.

MAT - CODM 56-57

Important game to mention about took place in Tetouan. First ranked CODM (9-5) saved a 1-point victory on the road edging their biggest opponent MAT (6-10) 57-56 in the game for the first place. CODM have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 9-5 record. MAT lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the second place with ten games lost. CODM will play against KACM (#3) in Marrakech in the next round, which may be the game of the day. MAT will play at home against FUS Rabat and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

AREH - MTB 49-75

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in El Hajeb. Third ranked MTB faced 4th ranked AREH. Guests from Tanger (14-4) smashed host AREH (5-11) 75-49. MTB moved-up to second place. Newly promoted AREH dropped to the fifth position with 11 games lost. MTB will meet at home OCY (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. AREH will play against the league's leader RCOZ in Oued Zem and hope to secure a win.

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NORWAY

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Tayler BENNETT

Asker
(172-G-1998)
Avg: 22.2

22.2

19.2

18.0

17.7

15.7

Kvinneligaen Round 1 of Finals. Ulriken celebrate the title - by Eurobasket News

FINAL

Ulriken - Baerum 66-46

Ulriken forced 23 Baerum turnovers. Guard Aurora Sorbye (168-2005) nailed 19 points and 5 assists for the winning side and the former international guard Stine Austgulen (180-1994, college: Colorado St.) accounted for 19 points and 4 assists. American forward Makana Stone (183, college: Whitman) came up with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and the former international forward Julie McCarthy (190-1993, college: Florida Tech) added 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 blocks respectively for Baerum in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
Ulriken: S.Austgulen 19+4ast, S.Aurora 19+4reb+5ast, J.Synne 10+9reb, M.Hoff Austgulen 8+11reb+1ast, S.Sorbye 5+4reb+2ast, C.Klett 4+2reb+5ast
Baerum: M.Stone 14+11reb+3ast, J.McCarthy 12+9reb, A.Hoff 6+4reb+3ast, G.Camilla 3+2reb+2ast, K.Sofia 3+1ast, D.Selma 3+1reb

3-4 Place

Asker - Ullern 73-64

American guard Tayler Bennett (172-1998, college: Academy of Art, agency: Dreamer Sports Agency) stepped up and scored 27 points and 8 rebounds for the winners and her fellow American import forward Hannah Reynolds (193, college: Midwestern St.) chipped in 13 points and 10 rebounds. Bennett is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the losing side Italian point guard Micol Torresani (160-1998) responded with 18 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and Laura Basora produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 15 rebounds. Four Ullern players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest.
Top scorers:
Asker: T.Bennett 27+8reb+3ast, H.Reynolds 13+10reb+3ast, F.Hylen 10+5reb+2ast, J.Skorpen 8+5reb+1ast, S.Granheim 7+5reb+5ast, I.Ekholt 4+1reb+3ast
Ullern: M.Torresani 18+5reb+6ast, T.Halvorsen 15+7reb+2ast, B.Laura 11+15reb+1ast, S.Malin 10+4reb+1ast, P.Sophia 5+4reb+3ast, D.Fanny 3+3reb+4ast

5-6 Place

Midtbyen - Bergen 57-67

Bergen outrebounded Midtbyen 52-38 including 37 on the defensive glass. Guard Kristin Hannestad (175-1997) nailed 11 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side and guard Sofie Paulsen (175-2000) accounted for 12 points and 6 rebounds. Four Bergen players scored in double figures. Bergen's coach used a ten-player rotation saving starting five for next games. American guard Dominique Leonidas (165, college: Boise St.) came up with 24 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Ingeborg Gundersen (180-2000) added 13 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Midtbyen in the defeat.
Top scorers:
Bergen: S.Paulsen 12+6reb+1ast, S.Ane 11+4reb+2ast, K.Hannestad 11+9reb+3ast, E.Harloff 10+6reb+2ast, H.Sandberg 8+4reb, S.Maren 6+5reb
Midtbyen: D.Leonidas 24+8reb+4ast, I.Gundersen 13+5reb+1ast, E.Mathilde Tallaksen 7+10reb+2ast, O.Maja 6+4reb, U.Bentsen 5+9reb+1ast, L.Ragnhild 2+1reb

7-8 Place

Storm U. - EB-85 56-41

Worth to mention a great performance of Ingeborg Gruber (-2004) who helped to win the game recording 22 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Oda Austheim contributed with 5 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Mathea Lindbraten (-2004) answered with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds and Malene Zakariassen added 16 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for EB-85. EB-85's coach rotated twelve players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Storm U.: G.Ingeborg 22+9reb+4ast, I.Karlsen 11+8reb, H.Vilde 10+4reb+3ast, A.Oda 5+9reb+6ast, V.Gundersen 5, K.Andrea 3+1reb
EB-85: Z.Malene 16+5reb+2ast, L.Mathea 15+10reb+1ast, B.Maria 4+2reb+3ast, H.Milla 4+2reb, D.Ellen 2+4reb+1ast, H.Hermine 0+1reb

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PORTUGAL

Liga Feminina Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Wins for Benfica and GDESSA - by Eurobasket News

Esgueira - Benfica 53-69

Benfica outrebounded Esgueira 45-31 including 35 on the defensive glass. Brazilian forward Raphaella Monteiro (181-1995) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 15 rebounds (made all of her seven free throws) for the winners and international guard Joana Soeiro (170-1995, college: Marian, IN) chipped in 11 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. Four Benfica players scored in double figures. At the losing side point guard Ana Raimundo (167-1993) responded with 15 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and Venezuelan power forward Aguehil Fajardo (183-1999) scored 13 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Esgueira: A.Raimundo 15+7reb+5ast, A.Fajardo 13+6reb, G.Raimundo 9+3reb+1ast, D.Fatumata 8+6reb+2ast, I.Ramos 5+1reb, V.Nwagbaraocha 3+7reb+1ast
Benfica: R.Monteiro 14+15reb+2ast, C.Warley 14+7reb+1ast, A.Rodrigues 14+1reb+2ast, J.Soeiro 11+9reb+8ast, C.Cruz 9+6reb, M.Martins 5+2reb+3ast

GDESSA - Sportiva 67-64

GDESSA made 23-of-28 free shots (82.1 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Sportiva turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Kamilah Jackson (183-1992, college: Hawaii) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 rebounds. The former international Marcia Costa (173-1989) contributed with 12 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Guard Luana Serranho (168-1999, college: Campbell) answered with 17 points (made all of her seven free throws) and Emanuely Oliveira added 10 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Sportiva. Five GDESSA and four Sportiva players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Sportiva: L.Serranho 17+3reb+2ast, A.Lovett 11+2reb+5ast, C.Eva 11, O.Emanuely 10+9reb, A.Cerino 6+9reb, V.Sengo 6+3reb
GDESSA: M.Umabano 15+1reb, M.Costa 12+5reb+3ast, K.Jackson 11+12reb+1ast, K.Freeman 11+8reb, S.Ressurreicao 10+2reb+1ast, B.Daub 4+1reb+3ast

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RUSSIA

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Ashley BEVERLY-KELLEY

Dynamo
(168-G-1993)
Avg: 17.4

17.4

15.0

13.7

13.3

13.1

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SLOVENIA

Simmons' double-double lands her (Second Stage) Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

25-year old Taylah Simmons (185-SF-1997) had a great game in the last round for league's best team Celje and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 14 (Second Stage).
She had a double-double of 28 points and 10 rebounds, while her team outclassed Ilrija (#3, 7-5) with 39-point margin 88-49. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Celje to consolidate first place in the Slovenian SKL. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. It's already very far into the season and Celje keeps a perfect 12-0 record. In the team's last game Simmons had a remarkable four three-pointers out of 9 attempts. She turned to be Celje's top player in her first season with the team. Southeastern University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Simmons is in league's top in points (7th best: 12.7ppg) and averages solid 2.3spg and 52.9% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Spela Brecelj (185-C-2005) of Maribor. She is a center in her first season at Maribor. In the last game Brecelj recorded impressive double-double of 18 points and 15 rebounds. Bad luck as Maribor lost that game 61-68 to slightly lower-ranked Domzale (#7, 1-11). Maribor is still second from the bottom in the standings. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 4-8 record. Brecelj is a newcomer at Maribor and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 13.6ppg (#6). She also registered 7.1 boards per game.

Third place about best performers goes to another Celje's star - forward Sara Loomis (188-PF-1997). Loomis scored 21 points and grabbed eight rebounds. She was another key player of Celje, helping her team with a 88-49 easy win against #3 ranked Ilrija in a game of the week. Celje have amazing season winning all 12 games without a single defeat. Loomis turns to be one of the very best players in the league while she is also a leader of the top team having her eyes on the championship title. Loomis has a great season in Slovenia. After 24 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.0ppg (best scorer) and rebounds with 7.1rpg (6th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Hana Ivanusa (186-F-2004) of Jezica - 14 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Lara Bubnic (190-C-1999) of Triglav - 14 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Lejla Pamic (180-G-1999) of Jezica - 14 points and 4 rebounds
7. Rebeka Abramovic (172-PG-1993) of Triglav - 10 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists
8. Ela Micunovic (182-SG-1997) of Jezica - 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Laura Medeot (183-F/C-2003) of Domzale - 14 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Mojca Jelenc (200-C-2003) of Celje - 13 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists

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

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Stats Leaders - LFB

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Sika KONE

Gran Canaria
(190-F/C-2002)
Avg: 17.5

17.5

16.1

15.2

15.2

15.0

Jordan Women National Team lands coach Fran Garcia, ex Zamarat - by Abdul Hamid Addasi

Jordan Women National Team tabbed experienced 52-year old Spaniard coach Fran Garcia.

The last time (2017-2021) he coached at Zamarat in Spanish league.

Garcia has coached there for four years.

He used to coach Indian Women National Team (as head coach) back in 2013.

Garcia has coached also in Bembibre.

Tolo's 23 points give her Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

33-year old center Marianna Tolo (196-C-1989) had a great game in the last round for second-ranked Girona and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 29.
She had the game-high 23 points adding five rebounds for Girona in her team's victory, helping them to beat Cadi La Seu (#6, 15-15) 66-54. Girona maintains the 2nd position in Spanish LF Endesa. They are still close to the very top. Girona would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 24-6 record. It was one of impressive evenings for Tolo as usually she does not deliver so high stats. Marianna Tolo averages this season 11.7ppg.

Second best performed player last round was Sika Kone (190-F/C-2002) of Gran Canaria. She is Mali forward in her first season at Gran Canaria. In the last game Kone recorded impressive double-double of 13 points and 21 rebounds. Of course she led Gran Canaria to another comfortable win 73-55 over the lower-ranked Tenerife (#16, 3-27) being unquestionably team leader. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Gran Canaria keeps 13th position. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 12-18 record. Kone is a newcomer at Gran Canaria and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.5ppg (#1). She also registered 14.2 boards per game.

Third place about best performers goes to guard Jolene Anderson (173-G-1986) of Barca CBS (#7). Anderson scored 21 points and grabbed nine rebounds. She was a key player of Barca CBS, leading her team to a 60-47 easy win against slightly lower-ranked Estudiantes (#8, 14-16). Anderson has a very solid season. In 29 games in Spain she scored 10.8ppg. She also has 4.9rpg and and 3PT: 44.7%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Erin Whalen (185-G/F) of Bembibre - 19 points and 6 rebounds
5. Tyler Scaife (175-G-1994) of Gran Canaria - 26 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Vionise Pierre-Louis (193-C-1995) of Leganes - 15 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Rebekah Gardner (185-G-1990) of Girona - 9 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Brittney Sykes (175-PG-1994) of Girona - 11 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Julie Wojta (185-G/F-1989) of Gernika - 12 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists
10. Mariam Coulibaly (192-C-1997) of IDK Eustotren - 22 points and 6 rebounds

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

LF Challenge Round 1 of Quarter-Finals - by Eurobasket News

Ardoi - Zamarat 59-67

American-Nigerian center Nneka Ezeigbo (188-1998, college: RMU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 19 rebounds for the winners and point guard Isabel Latorre (170-1996) chipped in 8 points. At the losing side Argentinian center Diana Cabrera (186-1993) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and Senegalese forward Fatou Pouye (183, college: Duquesne) scored 16 points. Ardoi's coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game.
Top scorers:
Ardoi: F.Pouye 16+2reb, D.Cabrera 14+11reb+1ast, Z.Hernandez 9+1reb+1ast, A.Prim 7+1reb, D.Amaia 6, M.Blanco 4+1reb
Zamarat: N.Ezeigbo 22+19reb+1ast, A.Hartmann 9+3reb+1ast, I.Latorre 8+4reb+3ast, S.Castro 8+2reb+1ast, O.Santana 7+2reb+2ast, I.Lahuerta 5+1reb+2ast

Estepona - Alcobendas 67-62

Estepona had a 35-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. Montenegrin center Ana Pocek (190-1993) fired a double-double by scoring 15 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. American point guard Tiffany Brown (168-1986, college: Georgia South) chipped in 20 points and 6 assists. Guard Lucia Togores (176-1996) produced 15 points and American guard Rachel Howard (178-1995, college: USF) added 14 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Alcobendas' coach Julian Sanchez tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
Alcobendas: L.Togores 15+4reb+3ast, R.Howard 14+6reb+2ast, C.Rodriguez 9+5reb+3ast, C.De Sousa 9+6reb, S.Ines 4+1reb+1ast, F.Cristina 4+2reb
Estepona: T.Brown 20+2reb+6ast, A.Pocek 15+16reb+3ast, W.Rolle 11+7reb, V.Matoso 9+6reb+4ast, G.Erina 7+2reb+1ast, S.Aleksic 3+3reb+2ast

Al-Qazeres - Celta Zorka 53-57

Worth to mention a great performance of Nigerian center Murjanatu Musa (187-2000) who helped to win the game recording 8 points and 18 rebounds. Elba Garfella (185-2003) contributed with 17 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Celta Zorka's coach Cristina Cantero allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. American guard Kate Andersen (175-1997, college: Portland) answered with 14 points and 8 rebounds and forward Celia Garcia-Panuero (180-1995, college: UIW) added 7 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Al-Qazeres.
Top scorers:
Al-Qazeres: K.Andersen 14+8reb+1ast, S.Zaragoza 10+7reb+1ast, C.Primm 8+5reb+1ast, C.Garcia-Panuero 7+10reb+3ast, M.Stephanie 5+4reb+1ast, S.Hisado 4+2reb
Celta Zorka: G.Elba 17+8reb, A.Senosiain 11+1reb+3ast, M.Murjanatu 8+18reb+2ast, D.Cliney 6+3reb+6ast, G.Marina 6+3reb, R.Aguilar 4+1reb+1ast

Paterna - Joventut 53-57

Joventut held Paterna to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 29.3 percent accuracy of the winners and made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. Russian power forward Maria Davydova (190-1993, college: FIU) stepped up and scored 16 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and American-Dominican guard Dominique Toussaint (175-1998, college: Virginia) chipped in 12 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side power forward Iciar German (185-1986) responded with 17 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Elena Buenavida (174-2004) scored 8 points and 6 rebounds. Paterna's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game.
Top scorers:
Paterna: I.German 17+8reb+3ast, F.Alicia 9+2reb, B.Elena 8+6reb+2ast, C.Che 5+6reb+3ast, A.Thiam 4+5reb, K.Emily 4+10reb+1ast
Joventut: G.Mestres 17+3reb, M.Davydova 16+7reb, D.Toussaint 12+7reb+2ast, A.Parzenska 7+4reb+1ast, L.Piera 2+1reb, A.Marina 2+4reb+4ast

LF Endesa Round 29: Top-ranked Valencia wins another game - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

LF Endesa top team - Valencia (27-6) added another victory to their record on Saturday. This time they beat twelfth ranked IDK Eustotren (12-18) in San Sebastian 65-58. German center Marie Guelich (194-1994, college: Oregon St.) orchestrated the victory by scoring 13 points. The former international swingman Queralt Casas (177-1992) contributed with 12 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Mali center Mariam Coulibaly (192-1997, agency: Areus Sports) answered with 22 points and 6 rebounds for IDK Eustotren. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Valencia maintains first place with 27-6 record. IDK Eustotren at the other side keeps the twelfth position with 18 games lost. They share it with Gran Canaria.
The game in Barcelona was also worth to mention about. 7th ranked Estudiantes (14-17) played at the court of eighth ranked Barca CBS (14-16). Barca CBS defeated Estudiantes 60-47. American guard Jolene Anderson (173-1986, college: Wisconsin) stepped up and scored 21 points and 9 rebounds for the winners and Carolina Guerrero chipped in 12 points and 6 rebounds. American forward Nadia Fingall (191-1998, college: Stanford) responded with 12 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Barca CBS have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to seventh place. Estudiantes at the other side dropped to the eighth position with 17 games lost.
The game in Seu D'urgell was also quite interesting. Fourth ranked Girona (24-6) played at the court of 6th ranked Cadi La Seu (15-15). Girona defeated Cadi La Seu 66-54 on Saturday. Marianna Tolo nailed 23 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side. Paula Strautmane came up with 5 points and 5 rebounds for Cadi La Seu in the defeat. Cadi La Seu's coach Jordi Acero rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Girona have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 24-6 record. Loser Cadi La Seu keeps the sixth position with 15 games lost.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 29: Gran Canaria beat Tenerife on the road 73-55. Bembibre destroyed Araski on its own court 74-54. Ensino managed to outperform Gernika in Lugo 73-71. Leganes recorded a loss to Zaragoza at home 73-84. Jairis was defeated by Avenida on the opponent's court 65-55.
The most impressive performance of 29th round was 8 points and 9 rebounds by Belen Arrojo of Jairis.

The Round Review is presented by LBM Management. A full-service agency focused on Women's basketball sphere and working worldwide. A global and ethical quality service.

Tenerife - Gran Canaria 55-73

No shocking result in a game when thirteenth ranked Gran Canaria (12-18) beat bottom-ranked Tenerife (3-27) in San Cristobal 73-55 on Saturday. Gran Canaria outrebounded Tenerife 53-33 including a 38-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Mali power forward Sika Kone (190-2002) nailed a double-double by scoring 13 points and 21 rebounds for the winning side and American guard Tyler Scaife (175-1994, college: Rutgers) accounted for 26 points. Forward Iho Lopez (188-1997, college: FSU) came up with 10 points and 4 assists and Hungarian Krisztina Raksanyi (183-1991) added 11 points and 5 steals respectively for Tenerife in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Tenerife's coach Claudio Garcia rotated eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Gran Canaria moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with IDK Eustotren. Tenerife lost fifth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 27 lost games.
Top scorers:
Gran Canaria: T.Scaife 26+3reb+2ast, R.Hollivay 13+7reb, S.Kone 13+21reb+3ast, P.Holesinska 10+7reb+4ast, S.Fall 8+11reb+1ast, B.Vittoria 3+1reb+1ast
Tenerife: K.Raksanyi 11+4reb+3ast, C.Fernandez-Satorre 10+5reb+2ast, I.Lopez 10+4reb+4ast, M.Miljkovic 10+4reb, R.Esther Montenegro 6+10reb+2ast, G.Carolina 5

Barca CBS - Estudiantes 60-47

The game in Barcelona was also worth to mention about. 7th ranked Estudiantes (14-17) played at the court of eighth ranked Barca CBS (14-16). Barca CBS defeated Estudiantes 60-47. American guard Jolene Anderson (173-1986, college: Wisconsin) stepped up and scored 21 points and 9 rebounds for the winners and center Carolina Guerrero (188-2000) chipped in 12 points and 6 rebounds. American forward Nadia Fingall (191-1998, college: Stanford) responded with 12 points and 6 rebounds and Belgian center Billie Massey (184-2000) scored 7 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Barca CBS have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to seventh place. Estudiantes at the other side dropped to the eighth position with 17 games lost.
Top scorers:
Barca CBS: J.Anderson 21+9reb+2ast, G.Carolina 12+6reb+2ast, K.Rakovic 8+4reb+1ast, A.Cruz 6+1reb+3ast, M.Canella 4+2reb+2ast, A.Lopez 3+5reb+3ast
Estudiantes: N.Fingall 12+6reb+1ast, A.Mollenhauer 8+2ast, B.Massey 7+8reb+1ast, M.Gretter 6+4reb+2ast, M.Espin 4+2reb, M.Erauncetamurguil 4+5reb

Bembibre - Araski 74-54

There was a minor upset when 9th ranked Araski (13-18) was smashed on the road by eleventh ranked Bembibre (13-17) 74-54 on Saturday. Bembibre forced 19 Araski turnovers. American swingman Erin Whalen (185, college: Dayton) nailed 19 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side and Helena Lopez (166-1996) accounted for 16 points. American center Chatrice White (190-1996, college: FSU) came up with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 13 rebounds and the other American import guard Tanaya Atkinson (183-1996, college: Temple) added 14 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Araski in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Bembibre moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Ensino. Araski lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh position with 18 games lost.
Top scorers:
Bembibre: E.Whalen 19+6reb+1ast, H.Lopez 16+4reb+1ast, D.Dubniuk 9+2reb+2ast, L.Westerik 7+1reb+1ast, V.Pirttinen 7+2reb+1ast, A.Aijanen 6+1reb
Araski: T.Atkinson 14+8reb, C.White 10+13reb+1ast, F.Chagas 8+2reb, A.Txell 7+2reb+2ast, M.Diarra 5+7reb+2ast, N.Van Den Adel 5+3reb+1ast

Cadi La Seu - Girona 54-66

The game in Seu D'urgell was also quite interesting. Fourth ranked Girona (24-6) played at the court of 6th ranked Cadi La Seu (15-15). Girona defeated Cadi La Seu 66-54 on Saturday. Girona made 27-of-33 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game, while Cadi La Seu only scored 0 point from the stripe. They outrebounded Cadi La Seu 37-26 including a 32-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Australian center Marianna Tolo (196-1989) nailed 23 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side and American guard Rebekah Gardner (185-1990, college: UCLA) accounted for 9 points and 13 rebounds. Latvian forward Paula Strautmane (185-1997, college: Quinnipiac) came up with 5 points and 5 rebounds and guard Laia Raventos (170-1997, college: Charlotte) added 10 points respectively for Cadi La Seu in the defeat. Cadi La Seu's coach Jordi Acero rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Girona have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 24-6 record. Loser Cadi La Seu keeps the sixth position with 15 games lost.
Top scorers:
Girona: M.Tolo 23+5reb+1ast, B.Sykes 11+7reb+2ast, T.Palenikova 10+2reb+1ast, R.Gardner 9+13reb+2ast, C.Muhate 5+2reb+2ast, F.Parra 5+2reb
Cadi La Seu: L.Raventos 10+1reb+2ast, B.Kovacevic 9+1reb, J.Tunstull 8+2reb, G.Bahi 5+4reb, M.Brotons 5+2reb, S.Watts 5+3reb

Gernika - Ensino 71-73

There was a surprise result when tenth ranked Ensino (13-17) edged on the road higher ranked Gernika (17-14) 73-71 on Saturday. The former international forward Paula Ginzo (187-1998) nailed 14 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side and guard Ane Olaeta (163, college: CBU) accounted for 10 points and 6 assists. Four Ensino players scored in double figures. American swingman Julie Wojta (185-1989, college: Green Bay) came up with a double-double by scoring 12 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and Italian swingman Laura Spreafico (183-1991, agency: LBM Management) added 20 points respectively for Gernika in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Ensino moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Bembibre. Loser Gernika keeps the fifth position with 14 games lost.
Top scorers:
Ensino: P.Ginzo 14+5reb+2ast, A.Prieto 12+2reb+5ast, M.Ivanovic 11+3reb, A.Olaeta 10+3reb+6ast, L.Aliaga 8+1reb, M.Roundtree 7+3reb+2ast
Gernika: L.Spreafico 20+2reb, G.Meskonyte 13+4reb, J.Wojta 12+11reb+5ast, I.Ariztimuno 6+3reb+6ast, S.Ygueravide 5+1reb+8ast, M.Alberdi 4+1reb

IDK Eustotren - Valencia 58-65

LF Endesa top team - Valencia (27-6) added another victory to their record on Saturday. This time they beat twelfth ranked IDK Eustotren (12-18) in San Sebastian 65-58. German center Marie Guelich (194-1994, college: Oregon St.) orchestrated the victory by scoring 13 points. The former international swingman Queralt Casas (177-1992) contributed with 12 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Mali center Mariam Coulibaly (192-1997, agency: Areus Sports) answered with 22 points and 6 rebounds and American forward Joy Adams (180-1993, college: Iona) added 6 points and 15 rebounds in the effort for IDK Eustotren. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Valencia maintains first place with 27-6 record. IDK Eustotren at the other side keeps the twelfth position with 18 games lost. They share it with Gran Canaria.
Top scorers:
Valencia: M.Guelich 13+4reb+1ast, Q.Casas 12+5reb+1ast, L.Cox 11+6reb+1ast, C.Ouvina 9+4reb+1ast, A.Torrens 8+3reb+3ast, R.Carrera 6+6reb
IDK Eustotren: M.Coulibaly 22+6reb+1ast, M.Espana 11+1reb, C.Cuic 7+6reb+2ast, J.Adams 6+15reb+2ast, E.Ane 4+1reb, N.Rodriguez 3+1reb

Leganes - Zaragoza 73-84

Not a big story in a game when 15th ranked Leganes (8-23) lost at home to third ranked Zaragoza (25-8) 84-73 on Saturday. Zaragoza looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The former international forward Vega Gimeno (185-1991, college: RMU) nailed 12 points and 5 assists for the winning side and German Leonie Fiebich (193-2000) accounted for 15 points. Zaragoza's coach Carlos Cantero used an eleven-player rotation saving starting five for next games. American point guard Michaela Houser (170-1991, college: Purdue) came up with 23 points and the other American import center Vionise Pierre-Louis (193-1995, college: Oklahoma) added 15 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Leganes in the defeat. Zaragoza have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They maintain third place with 25-8 record having just two points less than leader Valencia. Loser Leganes keeps the fifteenth position with 23 games lost.
Top scorers:
Zaragoza: L.Fiebich 15+4reb, I.Tate 12+2reb+1ast, V.Gimeno 12+4reb+5ast, M.Gatling 10+3reb+2ast, S.Geldof 10+4reb, H.Oma 9+2reb
Leganes: M.Houser 23+4reb+3ast, L.Garcia 15+4reb+2ast, V.Pierre-Louis 15+7reb+3ast, M.Jankovic 8+8reb+1ast, T.Koenen 7+6reb+4ast, P.Lezin 5+2reb

Avenida - Jairis 65-55

Everything went according to plan when second ranked Avenida (25-7) defeated 14th ranked Jairis (11-19) in Salamanca 65-55 on Saturday. Portuguese-Serbian guard Jovana Nogic (185-1997, college: Providence) nailed 9 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side and Canadian forward Bridget Carleton (185-1997, college: Iowa St.) accounted for 9 points and 5 rebounds. The former international Belen Arrojo (188-1995) came up with 8 points and 9 rebounds and American-Slovenian power forward Shante Evans (185-1991, college: Hofstra) added 12 points respectively for Jairis in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Defending champion maintains second place with 25-7 record having just three points less than leader Valencia. Jairis lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fourteenth position with 19 games lost.
Top scorers:
Avenida: L.Rodriguez-Manso 10+2reb+2ast, B.Carleton 9+5reb+1ast, J.Nogic 9+5reb+1ast, M.Onyenwere 8+4reb+2ast, J.Reisingerova 8+5reb, M.Fasoula 7+3reb+1ast
Jairis: S.Evans 12+4reb+1ast, C.Claudia 11+3reb+2ast, B.Arrojo 8+9reb, R.Cotano 8+1reb, T.Seda 6+4reb, E.De Souza 4

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Wetterbygden Sparks and AIK Basket win Basketatan 2022/23 season - by Eurobasket News

Wetterbygden Sparks and AIK Basket have won Basketatan 2022/23 season. Wetterbygden Sparks won South Division with a 23-3 record. In the last game they overcame Helsingborg Basketbollklubb 74-56. Ebba Sjokvist (171-G-2000) stepped up with 14 points and Irene Perez (G-1991) netted 13. Natalia Panufnik (178-F-1996, college: USC Upstate, agency: AB Agency) replied with 17 points in the losing effort.
AIK Basket meanwhile won North Division with a 23-1 record.

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LNSA Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

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Marie FORSYTH

Pully
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Avg: 21.5

21.5

19.2

18.9

18.8

18.3

SBL Round 1 of Finals. Fribourg post initial win - by Eurobasket News

Fribourg - Nyon 79-65

Fribourg forced 19 Nyon turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American power forward Courtney Range (191-1995, college: California) who helped to win the game recording 25 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Naturalized Portuguese swingman Cesaria Ambrosio (183-1995, college: Wichita St.) contributed with 13 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Four Fribourg players scored in double figures. American forward Korinne Campbell (184-1988, college: WVU) answered with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 15 rebounds and Polish forward Klaudia Niedzwiedzka (187-1998, agency: Interperformances) added 16 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Nyon.
Top scorers:
Fribourg: C.Range 25+8reb+6ast, G.Nikitinaite 14+8reb+2ast, C.Ambrosio 13+9reb+4ast, N.Fora 12+5reb+7ast, E.Jacquot 8+2reb, J.Redmond 7+1reb+1ast
Nyon: K.Campbell 25+15reb+1ast, K.Niedzwiedzka 16+5reb+2ast, L.Margot 11+2reb+4ast, A.Yamada 9+4reb+10ast, A.Blanchard 4+1reb, D.Chiara 0

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Lin's 23 points and 9 rebounds give her Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

28-year old swingman Yu-Ting Lin (179-F/G-1994) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for league's best team Cathay Life and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 18.
She had the game-high 23 points adding nine rebounds and six assists for Cathay Life in her team's victory, helping them to edge out Taiyuan T. (#2, 13-5) 73-70. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Cathay Life to consolidate first place in the Taiwanese WSBL. Cathay Life have a solid 15-3 record. Lin has many years of experience at Cathay Life, through which she has constantly improved. Lin has impressive league stats. She is league's best scorer averaging so far 11.2ppg and leads league in rebounds with 3.9rpg. Lin is in league's top in assists (2nd best: 4.5apg) and averages solid 42.6% from behind 3-point line.

Second best performed player last round was Xi-Ye Liu (173-F-1991) of Taipower. She is international forward in her 3rd season at Taipower. In the last game Liu recorded impressive 19 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Bad luck as Taipower was edged by slightly higher-ranked Chunghua T. (#3, 6-12) 68-64. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Taipower still maintains its place in the top 4 of the standings, even despite this loss. 16 lost games are too many comparing to just two victories Taipower managed to get this year. Liu is one of the most experienced players at Taipower and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 14.3ppg (#2). Her other stats are also decent: 5.3rpg and 4.0apg.

Third place about best performers goes to center Tieh Lin (182-C-1999) of league's second-best Taiyuan T.. Lin scored 17 points and grabbed five rebounds. Despite Lin's great performance Taiyuan T. lost 70-73 to #1 ranked Cathay Life. But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The last thing Taiyuan T. needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 13 victories and 5 lost games. Lin has a great season in Taiwan. After 18 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.4ppg (best scorer), rebounds with 11.9rpg (#1 in league) and assists with 1.7apg (2nd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Yi-Wen Zhang (173-PF-1996) of Taipower - 19 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Ying-Li Huang (170-G-1989) of Taiyuan T. - 9 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists
6. Jia-Wei Liu (175-F-1988) of Chunghua T. - 8 points and 14 rebounds
7. Szu-Chin Pan (170-G-1992) of Chunghua T. - 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Wei-An Chen (177-PF-1995) of Cathay Life - 14 points and 5 rebounds
9. You-Yiwen Wang (175-G-1996) of Chunghua T. - 13 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Hui-Ju Liu (163-G-1996) of Chunghua T. - 13 points

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

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TURKEY

TBB2L Stats Leaders - by Eurobasket Center

Stats Leaders

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RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Ameryst ALSTON

Elazig K
(175-G-1993)
Avg: 31.0

31.0

28.4

27.1

26.7

25.3

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Harriet OTTEWILL-SOULSBY

Durham
(190-C-1995)
Avg: 22.5

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18.6

18.6

18.6

18.3

WBBL Round 23 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News

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

Round 23 most important game was a victory of Gladiators over 3rd placed Riders 67-57 on Saturday night. It was a key game for the second position in the league. American guard Tea Adams (175-1999, college: Oregon St.) orchestrated the victory by scoring 16 points and 6 assists. Her fellow American import power forward Abbie Wolf (193-1998, college: Northwestern) contributed with 8 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. International forward Kirsty Brown (190-1999, college: Cal Poly) answered with 12 points and 7 rebounds for Riders. Gladiators have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain second place with 16-4 record behind leader London L. Riders lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Gladiators are looking forward to face Rebels (#6) in Essex in the next round. Riders will play on the road against Wildcats in Nottingham and are hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series.
An interesting game for Lions (17-1) which hosted in Barking 3rd placed Riders (15-5). First ranked Lions had an easy win 76-52. It was a great evening for the former international guard Holly Winterburn (178-2000, college: UC Davis) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. Mikiah Herbert-Harrigan helped adding 17 points. Lions' coach Styliani Kaltsidou felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American power forward Ashley Harris-Arlen (187-1990, college: WSC) responded with 21 points, 9 rebounds and 4 blocks. Lions have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 17-1 record. Riders lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Lions will play against bottom-ranked Mystics (#12) in Manchester in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Riders will play on the road against Wildcats (#11) in Nottingham and hope to get back on the winning track.
WBBL top team - Lions (17-1) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed ninth ranked Palatinates (8-12) in Durham 117-58. The victory was the ninth consecutive win for Lions. Defending champion maintains first place with 17-1 record. Palatinates at the other side dropped to the eighth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Newcastle E.. Lions will meet bottom-ranked Mystics (#12) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Palatinates will play against Wolves (#10) in St Albans and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 23: Essex R. were beaten by Sheffield H. on the road 72-68. Nottingham was destroyed by Oaklands W. on its own court 78-112. Cardiff MA. managed to outperform Newcastle E. in a road game 77-68. Essex R. rolled over Manchester M. at home 88-53. Caledonia G. defeated Sevenoaks S. on the opponent's court 66-61. Sheffield H. beat Nottingham in a home game 76-58. Newcastle E. lost to Durham P. on the road 69-75.
The most impressive performance of 23th round was 16 points, 9 rebounds, 10 assists and 5 steals by Elle Hendershot of Durham P..

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Durham P. - London L. 58-117

WBBL top team - Lions (17-1) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed ninth ranked Palatinates (8-12) in Durham 117-58. The victory was the ninth consecutive win for Lions. Defending champion maintains first place with 17-1 record. Palatinates at the other side dropped to the eighth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Newcastle E.. Lions will meet bottom-ranked Mystics (#12) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Palatinates will play against Wolves (#10) in St Albans and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Sheffield H. - Essex R. 72-68

No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Hatters (16-5) beat 6th ranked Rebels (10-11) in Sheffield 72-68 on Saturday. Hatters outrebounded Rebels 50-30 including a 16-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for forward Karly Murphy (185-1998, college: Colorado St.) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 20 rebounds. Guard Nicolette Fairley (173-1992) accounted for 12 points and 7 assists for the winning side. Scottish Claire Paxton (188-1994) came up with 17 points and 6 rebounds and American-South African power forward Sune Swart (190-1995, college: Bucknell) added 13 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Rebels in the defeat. Hatters moved-up to third place. Loser Rebels keep the sixth position with 11 games lost. Hatters will meet at home Suns (#5) in the next round. Rebels will play against the league's second-placed Gladiators in Edinburgh and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sheffield H.: K.Murphy 24+20reb+2ast, F.Nicolette 12+4reb+7ast, L.Niang 10+5reb+5ast, N.Campbell 9+4reb, H.Naylor 6+5reb+1ast, H.Shaw 6+5reb
Essex R.: C.Paxton 17+6reb+1ast, S.Swart 13+7reb+1ast, M.Haines 11+4reb+2ast, T.Freeman 8+2reb+1ast, A.Munns 8+1reb+2ast, A.Kohlhaas 8+4reb+2ast

Nottingham - Oaklands W. 78-112

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 11th ranked Wildcats' (3-18) home loss to tenth ranked Wolves (5-16) in Nottingham 78-112 on Saturday. Wolves dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Wildcats' 34. Wolves forced 23 Wildcats turnovers and outrebounded them 44-33 including 30 on the defensive glass. It was an exceptional evening for naturalized Australian forward Grace George (191-2000) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 31 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Naturalized Australian Jorjah Smith (173-1994) accounted for 24 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side. Five Wolves players scored in double figures. American forward Kennedy Nicholas (190, college: Sacramento St.) came up with a double-double by scoring 31 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists (was perfect 11-for-11 from the free throw line !!!) and point guard Brahe Ashton (165-2001) added 19 points, 8 assists and 4 steals respectively for Wildcats in the defeat. Wolves maintains tenth place with 5-16 record. Wildcats lost their eleventh game in a row. They keep the eleventh position with 18 games lost. Wolves will meet at home higher ranked Palatinates (#8) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Wildcats will play against Riders and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Oaklands W.: G.George 31+10reb+4ast, J.Smith 24+12reb+5ast, B.Sarson 17+4reb+2ast, C.Miriam 16+2reb+1ast, S.Kizzy 13+5reb+3ast, K.Eva 9+2reb
Nottingham: K.Nicholas 31+11reb+4ast, B.Ashton 19+4reb+8ast, d.Falco Valerie 9+4reb+1ast, M.Yemisi 8+6reb+2ast, C.Natalie 8+4reb+3ast, G.Charlotte 3+4reb+1ast

Newcastle E. - Cardiff MA. 68-77

There was a small surprise when eighth ranked Archers (9-12) won against their close opponent Eagles (8-12) in Newcastle 77-68 on Saturday. Archers looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was an exceptional evening for American point guard Lauren Saiki (160-1997, college: UC Irvine) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 7 rebounds and 12 assists. Her fellow American import guard Abigail Yunker (173-1998, college: Wittenberg) accounted for 19 points and 4 steals for the winning side. American center Antoinette Lewis (185-1999, college: USA) came up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds and center Chloe Gaynor (190-1998, college: LBSU) added 7 points and 13 rebounds respectively for Eagles in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Archers moved-up to seventh place. Eagles lost their third game in a row. They keep the eighth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Durham P.. Archers will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Eagles will play again against Archers (#7) in Cardiff and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Cardiff MA.: A.Yunker 19+3reb+2ast, S.Hatch 16+5reb+2ast, L.Saiki 15+7reb+12ast, L.Shanahan 11+5ast, B.Isabel 6+5reb+2ast, M.Marchizotti 6+9reb+1ast
Newcastle E.: A.Lewis 21+11reb+2ast, K.Nolan 12+5reb+1ast, F.Marina 11+4reb+4ast, M.Justinak 11+3reb+5ast, C.Gaynor 7+13reb+2ast, A.Lowe 4+2reb+2ast

Essex R. - Manchester M. 88-53

Not a big story in a game when 12th ranked Mystics (1-19) were outscored by sixth ranked Rebels (10-11) in Essex 88-53 on Sunday. Rebels forced 19 Mystics turnovers. It was a great shooting night for Rebels especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.4 percentage. It was an exceptional evening for German forward Andrea Kohlhaas (180-1996, college: SJSU) who led the winners and scored 29 points and 5 rebounds. American-South African power forward Sune Swart (190-1995, college: Bucknell) accounted for 14 points and 11 rebounds for the winning side. Four Rebels players scored in double figures. Coach Tom Sadler's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Canadian forward Samantha Keltos (190-1998) came up with 17 points (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and American power forward Abby Niehues (185-1999, college: S.Nazarene) added 10 points and 10 rebounds respectively for Mystics in the defeat. Rebels maintains sixth place with 10-11 record. Mystics lost their seventh game in a row. They stay dead last with 19 lost games. Rebels will meet league's second-placed Gladiators in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Mystics will play against the league's leader Lions (#1) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Essex R.: A.Kohlhaas 29+5reb+2ast, S.Swart 14+11reb+3ast, C.Paxton 11+5reb+3ast, D.Turner 10+1reb+2ast, T.Freeman 7+6reb+2ast, A.Shantell 6+1reb
Manchester M.: S.Keltos 17+2reb+3ast, A.Niehues 10+10reb+2ast, S.Czerniecki Shaelynne 9+11reb+1ast, C.Abbott 7+4reb+1ast, L.McDerment 6+2ast, P.Adeogun 4+5reb+2ast

Sevenoaks S. - Caledonia G. 61-66

Everything went according to plan when second ranked Gladiators (16-4) defeated 5th ranked Suns (14-7) in Sevenoaks 66-61 on Sunday. It was an exceptional evening for the former international forward Chantelle Handy (188-1987, college: Marshall) who led the winners and scored 22 points and 7 rebounds. The former international forward Erin McGarrahan (183-1992, college: HCU) accounted for 12 points and 5 assists for the winning side. American power forward Brittany Hodges (185-1993, college: Furman) came up with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 15 rebounds and the other American import guard Araion Bradshaw (168-1996, college: Dayton) added 15 points respectively for Suns in the defeat. Suns' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the third consecutive win for Gladiators. They maintain second place with 16-4 record behind leader London L. Loser Suns keep the fifth position with seven games lost. Gladiators will meet at home Rebels (#6) in the next round. Suns will play against Hatters in Sheffield and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Caledonia G.: C.Handy 22+7reb+1ast, T.Adams 12+3reb+2ast, E.McGarrahan 12+1reb+5ast, A.Wolf 8+4reb+1ast, J.Thompson 4+6reb+5ast, P.Elias 4+2ast
Sevenoaks S.: A.Bradshaw 15+2reb+2ast, B.Hodges 14+15reb, R.Busch 11+1reb+2ast, J.Monakana 9+3reb, J.Koeppl 8+5reb+4ast, V.Akra 2+1ast

Leicester R. - Caledonia G. 57-67

Round 23 most important game was a victory of Gladiators over 3rd placed Riders 67-57 on Saturday night. It was a key game for the second position in the league. American guard Tea Adams (175-1999, college: Oregon St.) orchestrated the victory by scoring 16 points and 6 assists. Her fellow American import power forward Abbie Wolf (193-1998, college: Northwestern) contributed with 8 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. International forward Kirsty Brown (190-1999, college: Cal Poly) answered with 12 points and 7 rebounds and American guard Oliana Squires (173-1998, college: Montana St.) added 14 points in the effort for Riders. Gladiators have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain second place with 16-4 record behind leader London L. Riders lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Gladiators are looking forward to face Rebels (#6) in Essex in the next round. Riders will play on the road against Wildcats in Nottingham and are hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series.
Top scorers:
Caledonia G.: T.Adams 16+2reb+6ast, R.Lewis 10+3reb+4ast, E.McGarrahan 9+6reb+3ast, A.Wolf 8+12reb+1ast, T.Jovancevic 7+3reb+1ast, J.Thompson 6+4reb+1ast
Leicester R.: O.Squires 14+1reb+2ast, K.Brown 12+7reb, H.Robb 11+3reb+2ast, F.O'Dwyer 9+6reb, M.Johnston 7+2reb+3ast, A.Harris-Arlen 4+7reb+4ast

Sheffield H. - Nottingham 76-58

There was no surprise when 11th ranked Wildcats (3-18) lost to fourth ranked Hatters (16-5) in Sheffield 58-76 on Sunday. Hatters forced 22 Wildcats turnovers and outrebounded them 54-41 including a 20-9 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Wildcats' players. It was an exceptional evening for forward Karly Murphy (185-1998, college: Colorado St.) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 14 rebounds. Senegalese forward Lena Niang (188-1996, college: Temple) accounted for 7 points and 13 rebounds for the winning side. American forward Kennedy Nicholas (190, college: Sacramento St.) came up with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 23 rebounds and point guard Brahe Ashton (165-2001) added 18 points respectively for Wildcats in the defeat. Hatters moved-up to third place. Wildcats lost their eleventh game in a row. They keep the eleventh position with 18 games lost. Hatters will meet at home Suns (#5) in the next round. Wildcats will play against Riders (#4) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sheffield H.: K.Murphy 16+14reb+1ast, H.Naylor 12+2reb+5ast, W.Charli 11+1reb+3ast, W.Abbey 10+1reb+2ast, L.Niang 7+13reb+3ast, O.Kian 6+4reb+5ast
Nottingham: B.Ashton 18+1reb+3ast, K.Nicholas 13+23reb+3ast, C.Macy 12+3reb+3ast, C.Belsham 8+5reb, N.Tatiana 4+3reb+1ast, L.Joise 3+6reb

London L. - Leicester R. 76-52

An interesting game for Lions (17-1) which hosted in Barking 3rd placed Riders (15-5). First ranked Lions had an easy win 76-52. Lions made 19-of-21 charity shots (90.5 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for the former international guard Holly Winterburn (178-2000, college: UC Davis) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. Naturalized Anguillan forward Mikiah Herbert-Harrigan (188-1998, college: S.Carolina) helped adding 17 points. Lions' coach Styliani Kaltsidou felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American power forward Ashley Harris-Arlen (187-1990, college: WSC) responded with 21 points, 9 rebounds and 4 blocks and international forward Kirsty Brown (190-1999, college: Cal Poly) scored 13 points. Lions have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 17-1 record. Riders lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Lions will play against bottom-ranked Mystics (#12) in Manchester in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Riders will play on the road against Wildcats (#11) in Nottingham and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
London L.: H.Winterburn 20+10reb+7ast, M.Herbert-Harrigan 17+3reb, T.Battle 8+8reb+2ast, T.Murray 8+4reb, L.Vorpahl 8+2reb+2ast, K.Snytsina 5+3reb+4ast
Leicester R.: A.Harris-Arlen 21+9reb+1ast, K.Brown 13+4reb+1ast, H.Robb 8+4reb, O.Squires 6+8reb, E.Fee 2+1reb+2ast, M.Johnston 2+4reb+6ast

Durham P. - Newcastle E. 75-69

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when ninth ranked Palatinates (8-12) beat 8th ranked Eagles (8-12) in Durham 75-69 on Sunday. Palatinates forced 23 Eagles turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was an exceptional evening for the former international center Harriet Ottewill-Soulsby (190-1995, college: Lafayette) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists. American forward Elle Hendershot (185, college: Alberta) accounted for 16 points, 9 rebounds, 10 assists and 5 steals for the winning side. American center Antoinette Lewis (185-1999, college: USA) came up with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import forward Courtney Clasen (173-1997, college: Merrimack) added 11 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Eagles in the defeat. Four Eagles players scored in double figures. Palatinates moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Newcastle E. Eagles lost their third game in a row. Palatinates will meet Wolves (#10) in the next round. Eagles will play against Archers in Cardiff and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Durham P.: H.Ottewill-Soulsby 25+11reb+7ast, E.Hendershot 16+9reb+10ast, J.Wayne 11+5reb+4ast, B.Inma 9+1reb+4ast, E.Brault 7+1reb, K.Bennett 4+2reb
Newcastle E.: F.Marina 15+2reb+1ast, K.Nolan 11+6reb+1ast, C.Clasen 11+7reb+2ast, A.Lewis 10+11reb+4ast, Z.Willis 7+3reb+2ast, A.Lowe 7+2reb+2ast