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| ABA Scores - Week ending Sunday, January 15 - by Gianni Pascucci |
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St.Augustine Glory over Florida Blazing Tigers 116-85 Burning River Buckets over Ohio Bruins 120-114 413 Elite over Bennington Martens 101-82 Wyoming Valley Clutch over Beaver Cty Indians 151-93 Baltimore Hawks over Akron Aviators 136-98 Herkimer Originals over Bridgeport Kings 127-117 Atlanta Aliens over Nassau Pride 131-122 Houston Red Storm over Brenham Purple Reign 151-116 San Francisco City Cats over San Jose Knights 168-121 NY Hoop Dragons over NJ Knights 105-94 Clarksville Phoenix over Huntsville Rockets 130-126 Central PA Kings over PG Valor 138-134 Burlington Thorobreds over NEPA Stars & Stripes 126-93 Binghamton Bulldogs over Catskill Cardinals 139-91 Steel City Yellow Jackets over Cent Jersey Sharks 150-108 Columbus Skyhawks over St.Augustine Glory 103-94 Providence Pirates over NJ Knights 134-73 Clarksville Phoenix over Georgia Gwizzlies 116-102 Chula Vista Suns over San Diego Geniuses 145-133 Austin Bats over Texas Seraphim 127-112 Mass Wolves over Herkimer Originals 127-99 Chicago Rebels over Maywood Warriors 118-103 Huntsville Rockets over Missouri Capitols 112-110 St. Louis Spirits over Music City Jazz 130-112 North Alabama War Dawgs over Tampa Bay Fury 117-98 Atlanta Aliens over Atlanta Crows 165-150 Southland Saints over Aurora Suns 115-85 Clermont Crocs over Florida Sunblazers 113-109 Columbus Skyhawks over St.Augustine Glory 103-94 Indiana Lyons over Illinois Skulls 149-74 Indiana Lyons over Ohio Kings 90-86 |
| ABA Power Rankings - Week ending Sunday, January 15 - by Gianni Pascucci |
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(Minimum 8 games) 1. Binghamton Bulldogs 11-0 2. Team Trouble 9-1 3. Steel City Yellow Jackets 9-1 4. Wyoming Valley Clutch 8-0 5. Southwest Desert Cats 8-1 6. North Alabama War Dawgs 8-1 7. Chula Vista Suns 8-1 8. Burning River Buckets 9-2 9. 413 Elite 9-2 10. Baltimore Hawks 8-1 11. Nassau Pride 7-1 12. Alamo City All Stars 7-1 13. Excelsior Springs Scream 7-1 14. San Francisco City Cats 8-2 15. Pensacola Lightning 7-2 16. Atlanta Aliens 8-3 17. Clarksville Phoenix 7-3 18. Fresno Flaming Sun Rays 7-3 19. St. Louis Spirits 7-3 20. T- Garden State Warriors 6-2 Texas Red Wolves 6-2 21. T- Columbus Skyhawks 7-4 Herkimer Originals 7-4 22. Chicago Rebels 6-3 23. T- Providence Pirates 6-4 Central PA Kings 6-4 24. T- Texas Seraphim 6-4 Tucson Buckets 6-4 25. Indiana Lyons 7-5 For more information, visit www.realabaleague.com |
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| Round 15 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most interesting game of round 15 in the ABA League was a home defeat of 8th ranked Croatian Cibona (6-9) to seventh ranked Montenegrin SC Derby (7-8) 98-89 in the game for the seventh place. SC Derby made 26-of-34 free shots (76.5 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. 32 personal fouls committed by Cibona helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a great evening for Serbian forward Danilo Tasic (207-1993, agency: BeoBasket) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. American point guard Loren Jackson (173-1996, college: Akron) helped adding 27 points and 6 assists. The best for the losing side was point guard Borna Kapusta (182-1996, agency: AltusBasket) with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. SC Derby have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain seventh place with 7-8 record. Defending Croatian champion Cibona keeps the eighth position with nine games lost. SC Derby are looking forward to face league's second-placed Partizan in Beograd in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Cibona will play on the road against Mornar (#12) in Bar and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win. One of the most interesting games of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Serbia. The game took place in Beograd where fourth ranked FMP BG outleveled visiting Borac CA (3-12) 107-81. It was an exceptional evening for Lithuanian guard Paulius Valinskas (191-1995) who led the winners and scored 23 points and 5 assists. Trent Frazier accounted for 14 points and 7 assists. FMP BG's coach felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. point guard Marko Radonjic (191-1993) came up with 25 points for Borac CA in the defeat. FMP BG maintains fourth place with 11-4 record. Borac CA lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth position with 12 games lost. FMP BG will play against Split (#10) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Borac CA will play against Igokea and hopes to get back on the winning track. ABA League top team - Serbian Crvena Zvezda (13-1) had no problems winning another game on Sunday. This time they crushed fifth ranked Montenegrin Buducnost (9-6) in Podgorica 76-56. The best player for the winners was Facundo Campazzo who had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 12 assists and 8 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was Erick Green who recorded 14 points. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Crvena Zvezda have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. Defending Serbian champion maintains first place with 13-1 record. Defending Montenegrin champion Buducnost keeps the fifth position with six games lost. Crvena Zvezda will meet at home Cedevita Ol. (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Buducnost will play against MZT Skopje and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 15: Split lost to Cedevita Ol. on the opponent's court 88-102. Igokea unfortunately lost to Mega BG in a home game 109-115. Bottom-ranked MZT Skopje was rolled over Partizan on the road 67-120. Zadar crushed Mornar on its own court 97-77. The most impressive stats of the last round was 11 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists by Luka Bozic of Zadar. Buducnost - Crvena Zvezda 56-76 ABA League top team - Serbian Crvena Zvezda (13-1) had no problems winning another game on Sunday. This time they crushed fifth ranked Montenegrin Buducnost (9-6) in Podgorica 76-56. Crvena Zvezda looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Buducnost's players. The best player for the winners was Argentinian point guard Facundo Campazzo (180-1991) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 12 assists and 8 steals. Ognjen Dobric (200-1994, agency: BeoBasket) chipped in 18 points (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Erick Green (190-1991, college: Virginia Tech) who recorded 14 points and the other American import J.J. O'Brien (200-1992, college: SDSU, agency: Slash Sports) added 8 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Crvena Zvezda have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. Defending Serbian champion maintains first place with 13-1 record. Defending Montenegrin champion Buducnost keeps the fifth position with six games lost. Crvena Zvezda will meet at home Cedevita Ol. (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Buducnost will play against MZT Skopje and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Crvena Zvezda: L.Mitrovic 21+1reb, O.Dobric 18+4reb+2ast, F.Campazzo 14+2reb+12ast, F.Petrusev 7+4reb+1ast, L.Vildoza 5+1ast, B.Lazic 5+1reb+1ast Buducnost: E.Green 14+2reb+1ast, J.O'Brien 8+7reb+1ast, T.Bell-Haynes 6+1reb+1ast, I.Drobnjak 6+2reb+1ast, P.Popovic 5+3reb+1ast, K.Kamenjas 4+4reb Cedevita Ol. - Split 102-88 Very expected game in Ljubljana where 10th ranked Croatian Split (5-10) was defeated by third ranked Slovenian Cedevita Ol. (12-2) 102-88 on Saturday. Cedevita Ol. outrebounded Split 39-27 including 24 on the defensive glass. They shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 53.3 percentage. The best player for the winners was center Alen Omic (216-1992, agency: BeoBasket) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 16 rebounds. American point guard Yogi Ferrell (183-1993, college: Indiana) chipped in 18 points and 8 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Dominik Mavra (195-1994) who recorded 13 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and American Shannon Shorter (193-1989, college: N.Texas) added 15 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Five Cedevita Ol. and four Split players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the ninth consecutive win for Cedevita Ol.. Defending Slovenian champion maintains third place with 12-2 record behind leader Crvena Zvezda. Split at the other side keeps the tenth position with ten games lost. They share it with Mega BG. Cedevita Ol. will meet league's leader Crvena Zvezda in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Split will play against FMP BG (#4) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Cedevita Ol.: A.Omic 21+16reb+3ast, Y.Ferrell 18+2reb+8ast, L.Gnjidic 13+1reb+1ast, A.Alibegovic 13+9reb+2ast, E.Muric 11+5reb+2ast, J.Adams 10+1reb+1ast Split: L.Sullivan 18+4reb, T.Nelson 16+4reb+2ast, S.Shorter 15+7reb+2ast, D.Mavra 13+5reb+6ast, L.Runjic 8+1reb+2ast, M.Kalajzic 7+2reb Cibona - SC Derby 89-98 The most interesting game of round 15 in the ABA League was a home defeat of 8th ranked Croatian Cibona (6-9) to seventh ranked Montenegrin SC Derby (7-8) 98-89 in the game for the seventh place. SC Derby made 26-of-34 free shots (76.5 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. 32 personal fouls committed by Cibona helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a great evening for Serbian forward Danilo Tasic (207-1993, agency: BeoBasket) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. American point guard Loren Jackson (173-1996, college: Akron) helped adding 27 points and 6 assists. The best for the losing side was point guard Borna Kapusta (182-1996, agency: AltusBasket) with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 assists and Slovenian swingman Blaz Mesicek (197-1997) scored 19 points (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Five SC Derby and four Cibona players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. SC Derby have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain seventh place with 7-8 record. Defending Croatian champion Cibona keeps the eighth position with nine games lost. SC Derby are looking forward to face league's second-placed Partizan in Beograd in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Cibona will play on the road against Mornar (#12) in Bar and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win. Top scorers: SC Derby: L.Jackson 27+4reb+6ast, D.Tasic 23+10reb+6ast, F.Magee 14+3reb+2ast, M.Dreznjak 11+8reb+4ast, A.Slavkovic 10+2reb+1ast, V.Zoran 5+2reb Cibona: B.Mesicek 19+4reb+1ast, B.Kapusta 16+2reb+10ast, A.Aranitovic 14+6reb, F.Bundovic 13+6reb, K.Radovcic 8+2ast, M.Bakovic 7+3reb FMP BG - Borac CA 107-81 One of the most interesting games of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Serbia. The game took place in Beograd where fourth ranked FMP BG outleveled visiting Borac CA (3-12) 107-81. FMP BG made 19-of-24 charity shots (79.2 percent) during the game. FMP BG outrebounded Borac CA 36-25 including 25 on the defensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. Borac CA was plagued by 27 personal fouls down the stretch. It was an exceptional evening for Lithuanian guard Paulius Valinskas (191-1995) who led the winners and scored 23 points and 5 assists. American guard Trent Frazier (188-1998, college: Illinois) accounted for 14 points and 7 assists for the winning side. Five FMP BG players scored in double figures. FMP BG's coach felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Point guard Marko Radonjic (191-1993) came up with 25 points and American guard Hunter Hale (192-1997, college: Winthrop) added 20 points and 5 assists respectively for Borac CA in the defeat. FMP BG maintains fourth place with 11-4 record. Borac CA lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth position with 12 games lost. FMP BG will play against Split (#10) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Borac CA will play against Igokea and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: FMP BG: P.Valinskas 23+2reb+5ast, B.Beech 16+2reb+2ast, T.Frazier 14+2reb+7ast, A.Stepanovic 13+4reb+2ast, N.Jankovic 11+5reb+3ast, S.Nikola 10+6reb+1ast Borac CA: M.Radonjic 25+4reb, H.Hale 20+3reb+5ast, S.Lesic 10+4reb+2ast, D.Baldwin 8+6reb+2ast, D.Gagic 7+1reb+2ast, P.Mihailo 4+4ast Igokea - Mega BG 109-115 There was a small surprise in Aleksandrovac where twelfth ranked Serbian Mega BG (5-10) defeated 9th ranked Bosnian Igokea (5-9) 115-109 on Saturday. Mega BG made 30-of-35 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game. It was a great shooting night for Mega BG especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 55.0 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Ahmaad Rorie (186-1995, college: Montana) who scored 28 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Luka Cerovina (200-2000, agency: BeoBasket) chipped in 17 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists (went 11 for 11 at the free throw line !!!). Mega BG's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to get some rest. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Bryant Crawford (191-1997, college: Wake Forest) who recorded a double-double by scoring 23 points, 12 assists and 4 steals (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and Serbian forward Nikola Tanaskovic (204-1997, agency: BeoBasket) added 22 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Mega BG moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Split. Igokea lost their fifth game in a row. Defending Bosnian champion keeps the ninth position with nine games lost. Mega BG will meet at home higher ranked Zadar (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Igokea will play against Borac CA in Cacak and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Mega BG: A.Rorie 28+5reb+3ast, M.Rudan 17+5reb+2ast, L.Cerovina 17+5reb+5ast, D.Nikola 14+4reb+6ast, G.Andrija 14+3reb, M.Cazalon 13+4reb+4ast Igokea: B.Crawford 23+2reb+12ast, N.Tanaskovic 22+8reb+2ast, N.Maric 16+4reb+1ast, S.Djordjevic 12+2reb+2ast, K.Ray 12+5reb+7ast, D.Milosavljevic 12+6reb+4ast Partizan - MZT Skopje 120-67 Not a big story in a game in Beograd where 14th ranked North Macedonian MZT Skopje (2-13) was rolled over by third ranked Serbian Partizan (13-2) 120-67 on Monday. Partizan well out of reach of MZT Skopje shooting 74.5 percent from the field and made 25-of-29 free shots (86.2 percent) during the game, while MZT Skopje only scored six points from the stripe. They outrebounded MZT Skopje 30-18 including a 28-12 advantage in defensive rebounds. Partizan shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 76.5 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was power forward Alen Smailagic (208-2000) who scored 24 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Aleksa Avramovic (192-1994, agency: BeoBasket) chipped in 18 points and 9 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Mike Caffey (183-1993, college: LBSU, agency: Players Group) who recorded 14 points and 6 assists and Damjan Stojanovski (198-1987) added 16 points respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Partizan. They moved-up to second place. MZT Skopje lost their seventh game in a row. Defending North Macedonian champion stay at the bottom position with 13 games lost. Partizan will meet SC Derby (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. MZT Skopje will play against Buducnost (#5) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Partizan: A.Smailagic 24+7reb, A.Avramovic 18+3reb+9ast, M.Yam 14+3reb+3ast, V.Tristan 13+7reb+1ast, J.Nunnally 9+1reb+1ast, D.Exum 9+2reb+5ast MZT Skopje: D.Stojanovski 16+1reb+1ast, M.Caffey 14+6ast, D.Ware 10+3ast, V.Stojanovski 10+3reb, B.Krstevski 7+4reb, S.Micovic 4+3reb+1ast Zadar - Mornar 97-77 Everything went according to plan when sixth ranked Croatian Zadar (8-7) outscored at home 12th ranked Montenegrin Mornar (4-10) 97-77 on Sunday. Zadar looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was Luka Bozic (200-1996) who had a double-double by scoring 11 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists. Swingman Marko Ramljak (201-1993) chipped in 16 points and 5 assists. Five Zadar players scored in double figures. Zadar's coach let to play all 12 players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Daron Russell (180-1998, college: Maryland) who recorded 20 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and Serbian power forward Marko Pecarski (208-2000) added 13 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Zadar maintains sixth place with 8-7 record. Mornar lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the twelfth position with ten games lost. Zadar will meet Mega BG (#11) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Mornar will play against Cibona and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Zadar: M.Ramljak 16+4reb+5ast, A.Lakic 16+1reb+1ast, J.Davis 16+8reb+1ast, A.Jordano 14+1reb+1ast, K.Zganec 14+5reb+5ast, L.Bozic 11+8reb+10ast Mornar: D.Russell 20+7reb+5ast, M.Pecarski 13+9reb+4ast, C.Jones 13+7reb+1ast, G.Glas 10+1reb+2ast, A.Vrankovic 9+4reb+1ast, N.Vranjes 7+5reb+1ast |
| ABA League round 15 best performance: Alen Omic (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 30-year old player had a double-double of 21 points and 16 rebounds, while his team beat Split (#10, 5-10) 102-88. Cedevita Ol. maintains the 3rd position in ABA League . They are still close to the very top. Cedevita Ol. would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 12-2 record. It's Omic's second year at Cedevita Ol. and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Alen Omic has solid league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 9.2rpg) and averages impressive 70.3% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Serbian Danilo Tasic (207-F-1993, agency: BeoBasket) of SC Derby. Tasic had a very good evening with a double-double of 23 points and 10 rebounds. Of course SC Derby cruised to a 98-89 relatively comfortable win over slightly lower-ranked Cibona (#8, 6-9). SC Derby'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 7-8 record. Tasic is a newcomer at SC Derby, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was another SC Derby's star - American guard Loren Jackson (173-PG-1996). Jackson scored 27 points and passed six assists. He was another key player of SC Derby, helping his team with a 98-89 win against slightly lower-ranked Cibona (#8, 6-9). The chances of SC Derby ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 8 games, recording just seven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Jackson could help SC Derby to bring them higher in the standings. Jackson has a great season in ABA League. After 15 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.1ppg (7th best) and assists with 5.7apg (8th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Ahmaad Rorie (186-G-1995) of Mega BG - 28 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Facundo Campazzo (180-PG-1991) of Crvena Zvezda - 14 points, 2 rebounds and 12 assists 6. Alen Smailagic (208-F/C-2000) of Partizan - 24 points and 7 rebounds 7. Bryant Crawford (191-G-1997) of Igokea - 23 points, 2 rebounds and 12 assists 8. Nikola Tanaskovic (204-F-1997) of Igokea - 22 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Luka Mitrovic (204-PF-1993) of Crvena Zvezda - 21 points 10. Yogi Ferrell (183-PG-1993) of Cedevita Ol. - 18 points, 2 rebounds and 8 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Argentinian LDD round 23 best performance: Francisco Tarnowyk (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Guard Francisco Tarnowyk (192-G-2001) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for top-ranked Obera, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 23. The 21-year old player was the main contributor (20 points, six rebounds and two assists) to his team's victory, helping them to edge out Regatas (#4, 10-5) 68-64. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Obera to consolidate first place in the Argentinian LDD. Obera have a solid 17-2 record. In the team's last game Tarnowyk had a remarkable 85.7% from 2-point range. He turned to be Obera's top player in his first season with the team. Francisco Tarnowyk averages this season 13.2ppg and 6.3rpg. The second best player in last round's games was young Tiziano Prome (201-F-2005) of Boca Jrs.. Prome had a very good evening with 15 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists. Of course he led Boca Jrs. to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Olimpico (#18, 5-10) 87-46. This victory allowed Boca Jrs. to move up to 6th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 10-7 record is not bad and everything may still change. Prome is a newcomer at Boca Jrs., but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was guard Augusto Gennero (188-G-2003) of Argentino (#17). Gennero scored 21 points and grabbed thirteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Gennero's great performance Argentino lost 64-67 to the higher-ranked Platense (#13, 8-11). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Argentino not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 13 games, recording just six victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Gennero could try to bring Argentino's a little bit higher in the standings. Gennero has a very solid season. In 19 games in Argentina he scored 16.5ppg. He also has 4.6rpg and FGP: 53.5%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Ignacio Bednarek (206-PF-2001) of Penarol - 14 points, 14 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Ian Cerino (206-F/C-2002) of San Lorenzo - 14 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Rey Abad (210-SG-2002) of Regatas - 17 points and 8 rebounds 7. Juan Frigerio (170-PG-2003) of Platense - 17 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Nicolas Chiaraviglio (199-F-2004) of Penarol - 12 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Santino Mazzucchelli) of Platense - 19 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Santino Romegialli (204-F-2003) of Boca Jrs. - 17 points and 6 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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20-year old swingman Angel Reyes (201-G/F-2002) put on an amazing game in the last round for Gimnasia and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 22. He had a double-double of 29 points and 12 rebounds, while his team beat Olimpico (#18, 5-10) 86-71. Gimnasia maintains the 3rd position in Argentinian league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Gimnasia will need more victories to improve their 13-5 record. In the team's last game Reyes had a remarkable 80.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be Gimnasia's top player in his first season with the team. Reyes has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (8th best: 17.2ppg), rebounds (3rd best: 8.9rpg) and averages solid 68.8% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Jose Campoya (195-F/G-2002) of La Union. He is a swingman in his second season at La Union. In the last game Campoya recorded impressive 29 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course La Union cruised to a 87-78 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Union (#19, 5-12). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. But La Union managed to improve slightly their position in standings taking 11th place. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 9-11 record. Campoya is well-known at La Union and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.6ppg (#3). He also registered 4.1 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to Kelvin Ramirez (204-C/F-2003) of league's leader Obera. Ramirez scored 19 points and grabbed fifteen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Obera, leading his team to a 63-47 easy win against San Martin (#20, 0-12). Obera confirms their top position in the standings. Ramirez has a great season in Argentina. After 18 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 8.1rpg (4th best). He also has 1.6bpg and FGP: 69.7%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Raymon Bastardo (202-C-2002) of Quimsa - 20 points and 13 rebounds 5. Marcos Panozzo (195-F) of Comunicaciones - 19 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Marcos Chacon (194-F/G-2003) of Gimnasia - 26 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Matias Pikaluk (185-G-2006) of La Union - 26 points and 2 rebounds 8. Jeremias Barco) of Riachuelo LR - 15 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Juan Peral (179-PG-2005) of Regatas - 9 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Victorio Lione) of Union - 22 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)
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| Tomas Allende claims Argentinian La Liga Argentina weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 20-year old playmaker had the game-high 24 points adding eight rebounds and three assists for Independiente in his team's victory, helping them to beat Villa S.Martin (#6, 9-9) 88-80. Independiente is placed at 5th position in Argentinian La Liga Argentina. Independiente 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 9-8 record. In the team's last game Allende 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. Tomas Allende averages this season 11.7ppg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young guard Jara Agustin (G-1998) of Salta Basket. Agustin impressed basketball fans with 31 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists. Bad luck as Salta Basket lost that game 76-88 to the higher-ranked San Isidro (#1, 18-2). Salta Basket managed to keep the same 15th spot in Conferencia Norte. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 6-13 record. Agustin is a newcomer at Salta Basket 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 Juan Bollo (203-C-1992) of Villa Mitre (#13). Bollo showcased his all-around game by recording 17 points, nine rebounds and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of Villa Mitre, leading his team to a 91-69 easy win against the lower-ranked GELP (#16, 4-13). The chances of Villa Mitre ranking at the top of Conferencia Sur, however are very questionable as they have already lost 8 games, recording just six victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Bollo could help Villa Mitre to bring them higher in the standings. Bollo has a very solid season. In 11 games in Argentina he scored 9.7ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Jose Peralta (202-F/C-1995) of Racing - 21 points and 11 rebounds 5. Lucio Castellani (196-F-1994) of Independiente - 20 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists 6. Galo Impini (194-SF-1997) of Rocamora - 19 points and 3 rebounds 7. Erbel De Pietro (185-G-1988) of Racing - 23 points and 3 rebounds 8. German Frencia (202-C-1988) of La Union - 15 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Maximo Velez (181-G-1997) of Independiente - 14 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Jeremias Diotto (204-C-2002) of San Isidro - 14 points and 8 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Mensia's double-double lands him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had a double-double of 25 points and 11 rebounds, while his team beat Olimpico (#5, 11-4) 82-72. It allowed Gimnasia to consolidate first place in the Argentinian league. Gimnasia have a solid 15-3 record. In the team's last game Mensia had a remarkable 87.5% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Gimnasia, through which he has constantly improved. Mensia has impressive league stats. He is league's best scorer averaging so far 18.6ppg. Mensia is in league's top in rebounds (3rd best: 7.6rpg) and averages solid 68.2% FGP and 41.0% from behind 3-point line. Second best performed player last round was Johnatan Slider (192-SG-1987) of Argentino. He is naturalized American guard in his second season at Argentino. In the last game Slider recorded impressive double-double of 35 points and 10 rebounds. Bad luck as Argentino was edged by the higher-ranked Platense (#7, 11-7) 91-87. Argentino managed to keep the same 15th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 6-13 record. Slider is well-known at Argentino and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders. Third place about best performers goes to guard Michael Henry (196-G-1995) of La Union (#14). Henry scored 20 points and grabbed seven rebounds. He was a key player of La Union, leading his team to a 95-81 easy win against the lower-ranked Union SF (#19, 4-15). The chances of La Union 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, Henry could try to bring La Union's a little bit higher in the standings. Henry has a very solid season. In 21 games in Argentina he scored 13.0ppg. He also has 4.4rpg, FGP: 66.7% and 3PT: 48.1%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Brandon Robinson (196-SG-1989) of Quimsa - 25 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Julian Morales (195-G/F) of Platense - 21 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Fabian Sahdi (186-PG-1989) of Comunicaciones - 14 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists 7. Elyjah Clark (190-G-1998) of Olimpico - 27 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Jeantal Cylla (201-F-1996) of Union SF - 22 points and 6 rebounds 9. Thomas Cooper (196-G-1992) of La Union - 21 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Gerard DeVaughn (205-C-1988) of Gimnasia - 12 points and 7 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| LDD Round 23: Regatas lose to Obera in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game between Top Four teams took place in Corrientes. 4th placed host Regatas (10-5) lost to first ranked Obera (16-2) 68-64. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Regatas. It was a great evening for guard Francisco Tarnowyk (192-2001) who led his team to a victory scoring 20 points and 6 rebounds. Nicolas Quiroga (191-2003) helped adding 8 points. Dominican Rey Abad (210-2002) responded with 17 points and 8 rebounds. Regatas' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Obera have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They maintain first place with 16-2 record. Regatas at the other side keeps the fourth position with five games lost. Obera are looking forward to face La Union (#11) in Formosa in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Regatas will have a break next round. Important game to mention about took place in Junin. Fourteenth ranked Platense (7-11) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging 16th ranked Argentino (6-13) 67-64 on Saturday evening. It was an exceptional evening for Santino Mazzucchelli who led the winners and scored 19 points. Juan Frigerio accounted for 17 points (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). Guard Augusto Gennero (188-2003) came up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 13 rebounds for Argentino in the defeat. Platense maintains fourteenth place with 7-11 record. Argentino lost their seventh game in a row. They dropped to the seventeenth position with 13 games lost. Platense will play against higher ranked Independ.O. (#7) in Olivia in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Argentino will play at home against San Martin (#20) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Seventh ranked Boca Jrs (10-7) crushed at home 18th ranked Olimpico (5-10) by 41 points 87-46, which is the biggest margin this round on Sunday night. The best player for the winners was Santino Romegialli who scored 17 points and 6 rebounds. Boca Jrs' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sahir Abdala produced 15 points and 4 steals for the guests. Boca Jrs moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Quimsa. Loser Olimpico keeps the eighteenth position with ten games lost. Boca Jrs will meet at home Independ.O. (#7) in the next round. Olimpico will play against Union (#19) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. In the last game of round 23 Penarol won against San Lorenzo on the opponent's court 69-64. The most impressive stats of the last round was 14 points and 14 rebounds by Ignacio Bednarek of Penarol. Argentino - Platense 64-67 Important game to mention about took place in Junin. Fourteenth ranked Platense (7-11) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging 16th ranked Argentino (6-13) 67-64 on Saturday evening. It was an exceptional evening for Santino Mazzucchelli who led the winners and scored 19 points. Point guard Juan Frigerio (170-2003) accounted for 17 points (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winning side. Four Platense players scored in double figures. Guard Augusto Gennero (188-2003) came up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 13 rebounds and Luis Colon added 20 points respectively for Argentino in the defeat. Platense maintains fourteenth place with 7-11 record. Argentino lost their seventh game in a row. They dropped to the seventeenth position with 13 games lost. Platense will play against higher ranked Independ.O. (#7) in Olivia in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Argentino will play at home against San Martin (#20) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Argentino: G.Augusto 21+13reb+2ast, C.Luis 20+2reb+2ast, S.Francisco 6, C.Santiago 6+4reb+4ast, J.Arias 5+1reb, G.Valentino 4+2reb+1ast Platense: M.Santino 19+4reb+3ast, F.Juan 17+3reb+3ast, M.Felipe 13+4reb+4ast, G.Mariano 13+6reb+2ast, N.Lisandro 3+2reb, S.Ramiro 2+3reb+1ast Boca Jrs. - Olimpico 87-46 Seventh ranked Boca Jrs (10-7) crushed at home 18th ranked Olimpico (5-10) by 41 points 87-46, which is the biggest margin this round on Sunday night. Boca Jrs outrebounded Olimpico 37-21 including a 26-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 4 passes made by Olimpico's players. The best player for the winners was forward Santino Romegialli (204-2003) who scored 17 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Tiziano Prome (201-2005) chipped in 15 points and 5 assists (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Four Boca Jrs players scored in double figures. Boca Jrs' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Sahir Abdala (185-2005) produced 15 points and 4 steals and guard Leon Luna (185-2002) added 11 points respectively for the guests. Boca Jrs moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Quimsa. Loser Olimpico keeps the eighteenth position with ten games lost. Boca Jrs will meet at home Independ.O. (#7) in the next round. Olimpico will play against Union (#19) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Olimpico: A.Sahir 15+4reb, L.Leon 11+4reb+3ast, S.Agustin 8+5reb, F.Enzo 7+3reb+1ast, G.Ignacio 3+1reb, R.Facundo 2+4reb Boca Jrs.: R.Santino 17+6reb+1ast, C.Juan 15+3reb+1ast, P.Tiziano 15+3reb+5ast, D.Tiago 13+3reb+4ast, G.Juan 7+3reb, S.Nicolas 6+3reb+2ast Regatas - Obera 64-68 The game between Top Four teams took place in Corrientes. 4th placed host Regatas (10-5) lost to first ranked Obera (16-2) 68-64. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Regatas. It was a great evening for guard Francisco Tarnowyk (192-2001) who led his team to a victory scoring 20 points and 6 rebounds. Nicolas Quiroga (191-2003) helped adding 8 points. Dominican Rey Abad (210-2002) responded with 17 points and 8 rebounds and Francisco Ferraro scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Four Regatas players scored in double figures. Regatas' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Obera have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They maintain first place with 16-2 record. Regatas at the other side keeps the fourth position with five games lost. Obera are looking forward to face La Union (#11) in Formosa in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Regatas will have a break next round. Top scorers: Regatas: A.Rey 17+8reb, F.Francisco 14+5reb+3ast, M.Benjamin 11+3reb+3ast, Y.Valentino 10+1ast, P.Juan 8+6reb+6ast, M.Enrique 4+3reb Obera: T.Francisco 20+6reb+2ast, A.Alejo 9+1ast, A.Maximiliano 8+1reb+1ast, Q.Nicolas 8+3reb+2ast, R.Kelvin 8+5reb, C.Estanislao 6+4reb+2ast San Lorenzo - Penarol 64-69 Very expected game in Almagra where 15th ranked San Lorenzo (6-12) was defeated by eleventh ranked Penarol (9-6) 69-64 on Monday. Penarol dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to San Lorenzo's 22. The best player for the winners was Ignacio Bednarek (206-2001) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds. Forward Nicolas Chiaraviglio (199-2004) chipped in 12 points and 8 rebounds. Four Penarol players scored in double figures. Power forward Ian Cerino (206-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and Thiago Roca (-2004) added 18 points respectively for the hosts. San Lorenzo's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. The victory was the third consecutive win for Penarol. They moved-up to eighth place. Loser San Lorenzo keeps the fifteenth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Comunicaciones. Penarol will meet Ferro (#10) in the next round. San Lorenzo will have a break next round. Top scorers: San Lorenzo: R.Thiago 18+3reb+1ast, C.Ian 14+11reb+2ast, M.Agustin 11+3reb, L.Lucas 8+4reb+5ast, E.Alan 6+1reb, C.Francisco 2+1reb Penarol: T.Facundo 15+4reb, B.Ignacio 14+14reb+2ast, C.Nicolas 12+8reb+3ast, V.Franco 10+2reb, B.Federico 8+2reb+1ast, Q.Stefano 6+3reb |
| Diego Gerbaudo (ex Bucaros) agreed terms with Ameghino - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The most of last season he spent at CEB Puerto Montt in Chilean LNB where in 15 games he averaged 13.7ppg, 4.3rpg, 7.2apg (top 2) and 1.5spg. Good season as he was voted League Player of the Week and selected to Latinbasket.com All-Chilean Liga Nacional Second Team. Gerbaudo also played for Atenas in Argentinian La Liga. In 6 games he had 8.8ppg, 3.3rpg, 3.8apg and 1.3spg. He was a member of Argentinian international program for some years. Gerbaudo was called to Argentinian Senior National Team back in 2008 and previously for U19 National Team in 2007. He has played previously professionally in Spain (Real Madrid 2nd team) and Argentina (Bahia, Penarol, La Union, Automovil Club and Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata). |
| La Liga Argentina Round 25: Top-ranked San Isidro wins another game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. La Liga Argentina top team - San Isidro (18-2) had no problems winning another game on Monday. This time they crushed eleventh ranked Montmartre (6-9) 97-76. San Isidro well out of reach of Montmartre shooting 70.4 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 57.1 percentage. San Isidro looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Santiago Assum (194-1998) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and 6 assists. Federico Zezular (198-2001) contributed with 22 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Guard Francisco Conrradi (191-2003) answered with 16 points and 5 assists for Montmartre. Montmartre's coach Gabriel Albornoz gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. San Isidro have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with 18-2 record. Newly promoted Montmartre keeps the eleventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Villa Mitre. San Isidro will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Montmartre will play at home against CAO Ceres (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Worth to mention about the upset in a game between Del Progreso (7-8) and GELP (5-13), which took place in General Roca. Higher ranked Del Progreso lost at home to sixteenth ranked GELP 79-90. Center Franco Barroso (207-1994) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 14 rebounds for the winners and Carlos Gianella chipped in 20 points and 5 assists. At the losing side guard Julian Ruiz (185-1998) responded with 21 points, 7 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Del Progreso's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. GELP maintains sixteenth place with 5-13 record. Del Progreso at the other side dropped to the eleventh position with eight games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. The game between second ranked Ameghino (16-3) and 16th ranked Tucuman (4-12) in Villa Maria on Monday ended with biggest points difference. Ameghino outscored guests from San Miguel de Tucuman 116-62. Joao Franca nailed 24 points for the winning side. Ameghino's coach Pablo Castro felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Jose Muruaga came up with 21 points and 4 assists for Tucuman in the defeat. Ameghino maintains second place with 16-3 record having just three points less than leader Racing. Tucuman lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the sixteenth position with 12 games lost. Ameghino will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tucuman will play against Barrio Parque (#3) in Cordoba and hope to secure a win. Other games in round 25 were not that significant. Pilar was beaten by Zarate Basket on the road 92-82. Barrio Parque won against Rivadavia on its own court 82-72. Villa Mitre unfortunately lost to Pico FC in General Pico 85-97. H.Americano managed to beat Pergamino at home 84-74. The most impressive performance of 25th round was 25 points and 8 rebounds by Arnold Louis of H.Americano. Zarate Basket - Pilar 92-82 No shocking result in a game when third ranked Zarate Basket (12-6) beat at home 14th ranked Pilar (6-11) 92-82 on Monday. Zarate Basket looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Agustin Brocal (191-1997) nailed 15 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and point guard Lucas Andujar (185-1996) accounted for 15 points and 7 assists. Five Zarate Basket players scored in double figures. Franco Smaniotti (194-2000) came up with 23 points and 6 rebounds and Eduardo Gamboa (189-1984) added 18 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for Pilar in the defeat. Pilar's coach Roberto Pavlotsky tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. The victory was the third consecutive win for Zarate Basket. They maintain third place with 12-6 record having eight points less than leader Racing. Newly promoted Pilar dropped to the thirteenth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Echague and Rivadavia. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Zarate Basket: D.Pineda 20+2reb, A.Brocal 15+7reb+3ast, L.Andujar 15+3reb+7ast, L.Capponi 15+2reb, S.Chaine 13+8reb+1ast, P.Facundo 8+3reb+6ast Pilar: S.Franco 23+6reb, E.Gamboa 18+5reb+6ast, T.Demogerontas 15+8reb+3ast, B.Szlaien 8+1reb, A.Barrionuevo 8+6reb, P.Bruna 5+7reb+4ast Barrio Parque - Rivadavia 82-72 Very expected game when 12th ranked Rivadavia (6-11) lost to third ranked Barrio Parque (14-2) in Cordoba 72-82 on Monday. Swingman Lautaro Rivata (190-1987) nailed 20 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side and center Pablo Moya (206-1983) accounted for 6 points and 13 rebounds. Four Barrio Parque players scored in double figures. Point guard Franco Sampaulise (180-2000) came up with 17 points and swingman Luciano Silva (190-1996) added 13 points respectively for Rivadavia in the defeat. Barrio Parque maintains third place with 14-2 record having 4 victories less than leader Racing. Rivadavia lost their seventh game in a row. They dropped to the thirteenth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Echague and Pilar. Barrio Parque will meet at home Tucuman (#16) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Rivadavia will play against Dep Norte in Armstrong and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Barrio Parque: L.Rivata 20+9reb, B.Juan 17+2reb, B.Nahuel 12+8reb+2ast, F.Pedano 12+1reb+4ast, T.Ligorria 9+5reb+3ast, P.Moya 6+13reb+3ast Rivadavia: S.Franco 17+4reb+3ast, L.Silva 13+2reb, V.Lautaro 11+3reb, G.Francese 8+4reb, A.Alejo 8+2reb, T.Cravero 6+6reb Ameghino - Tucuman 116-62 The game between second ranked Ameghino (16-3) and 16th ranked Tucuman (4-12) in Villa Maria on Monday ended with biggest points difference. Ameghino outscored guests from San Miguel de Tucuman 116-62. Ameghino dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Tucuman's 32 and made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Tucuman 49-34 including 35 on the defensive glass. Ameghino looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Tucuman's players. Brazilian center Joao Franca (215-1998) nailed 24 points for the winning side and Matias Martinez accounted for 13 points and 6 rebounds. Ameghino's coach Pablo Castro felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Jose Muruaga (188-1984) came up with 21 points and 4 assists and power forward Conrado Echevarria (195-1998, agency: BIG) added 10 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Tucuman in the defeat. Ameghino maintains second place with 16-3 record having just three points less than leader Racing. Tucuman lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the sixteenth position with 12 games lost. Ameghino will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tucuman will play against Barrio Parque (#3) in Cordoba and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Ameghino: J.Franca 24+2reb, G.Bruno 16, J.Luis Abeiro 14+4reb+4ast, M.Martinez 13+6reb+3ast, L.Emiliano 10+6reb+1ast, C.Zenclussen 9+3reb+5ast Tucuman: J.Muruaga 21+4reb+4ast, C.Echevarria 10+7reb, P.Aranda 8+5reb+1ast, D.Orresta 7+5reb+1ast, C.Lucas 7+2reb, E.Skidelsky 6+2reb+2ast Montmartre - San Isidro 76-97 La Liga Argentina top team - San Isidro (18-2) had no problems winning another game on Monday. This time they crushed eleventh ranked Montmartre (6-9) 97-76. San Isidro well out of reach of Montmartre shooting 70.4 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 57.1 percentage. San Isidro looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Santiago Assum (194-1998) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and 6 assists. Federico Zezular (198-2001) contributed with 22 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Four San Isidro players scored in double figures. Guard Francisco Conrradi (191-2003) answered with 16 points and 5 assists and American forward Richard Granberry (203-1993, college: Virginia St.) added 21 points in the effort for Montmartre. Montmartre's coach Gabriel Albornoz gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. San Isidro have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with 18-2 record. Newly promoted Montmartre keeps the eleventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Villa Mitre. San Isidro will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Montmartre will play at home against CAO Ceres (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: San Isidro: F.Zezular 22+6reb, A.Santiago 21+1reb+6ast, J.Montero 17+1reb+3ast, A.Carnovale 11+4reb+2ast, S.Jeronimo 11+2reb+5ast, S.Luduena 9+2reb+6ast Montmartre: R.Granberry 21+3reb, C.Francisco 16+4reb+5ast, M.Gomez 11+2reb+3ast, J.Rodriguez 8+1reb+1ast, M.Codigoni 7+1reb+1ast, J.Roumec 4+3reb+2ast Pico FC - Villa Mitre 97-85 The game between closely ranked teams ended with twelfth ranked Pico FC's (8-11) home victory over 13th ranked Villa Mitre (6-9) in General Pico 97-85 on Tuesday. Pico FC made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. Guard Agustin Bualo (182-1995) nailed 28 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals for the winning side and Franco Zalabardo (190-1991) accounted for 16 points and 5 rebounds. Point guard Jano Martinez (180-2003) came up with 20 points, 7 assists and 4 steals and center Juan Bollo (203-1992) added 16 points respectively for Villa Mitre in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Pico FC moved-up to ninth place. Loser Villa Mitre dropped to the eleventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Montmartre. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Pico FC: A.Bualo 28+5reb+5ast, Z.Franco 16+5reb+3ast, A.Mpoyo 13+6reb+3ast, P.Manuel 10+2reb+3ast, B.Felipe 9+3reb, A.Rossi 8+3reb+3ast Villa Mitre: M.Jano 20+4reb+7ast, J.Bollo 16+3reb+2ast, F.Harina 14+4reb+3ast, C.Alvaro 11+7reb, J.Levy 10+5reb+2ast, D.Valentin 9+7reb+2ast Del Progreso - GELP 79-90 Worth to mention about the upset in a game between Del Progreso (7-8) and GELP (5-13), which took place in General Roca. Higher ranked Del Progreso lost at home to sixteenth ranked GELP 79-90. They made 21-of-27 charity shots (77.8 percent) during the game. Del Progreso was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Center Franco Barroso (207-1994) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 14 rebounds for the winners and point guard Carlos Gianella (181) chipped in 20 points and 5 assists. At the losing side guard Julian Ruiz (185-1998) responded with 21 points, 7 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals and forward Facundo Sanz (197-1996, agency: BIG) scored 13 points and 8 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Del Progreso's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. GELP maintains sixteenth place with 5-13 record. Del Progreso at the other side dropped to the eleventh position with eight games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: GELP: S.Yago 22+2reb, G.Carlos 20+2reb+5ast, H.Marcos 13+6reb+2ast, A.Moreno 13+1reb, F.Barroso 10+14reb+3ast, J.Pablo Lancieri 5+3reb+3ast Del Progreso: J.Ruiz 21+7reb+8ast, F.Sanz 13+8reb+2ast, S.Leonardo 12+1reb+3ast, G.Maranguello 11+7reb+1ast, M.Navarro 10+4reb, E.Marillan 9+1reb+1ast H.Americano - Pergamino 84-74 Not a big story in a game when 12th ranked Pergamino (7-9) lost to fifth ranked H.Americano (10-6) in Rio Gallegos 74-84 on Tuesday. H.Americano dominated down low during the game scoring 40 of its points in the paint compared to Pergamino's 20. American center Arnold Louis (201-1990, college: SSU) nailed 25 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side and the former international point guard Lucas Reyes (181-2000) accounted for 13 points and 7 assists. Guard Manuel Gomez (183-1996) came up with 17 points and 4 assists and guard Luciano Gonzalez (186-1998) added 16 points respectively for Pergamino in the defeat. Five H.Americano and four Pergamino players scored in double figures. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for H.Americano. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Lanus. Loser Pergamino keeps the twelfth position with nine games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: H.Americano: A.Louis 25+8reb+1ast, P.Ezequiel 13+5reb+3ast, L.Reyes 13+2reb+7ast, G.Romero 12+6reb+3ast, D.Miguel Federico 12+4reb, C.Johu 9+6reb Pergamino: G.Manuel 17+1reb+4ast, G.Luciano 16+3reb+2ast, B.Carlos 15+5reb+1ast, B.Levato 11+3reb+2ast, S.Ibarra 9+4reb+1ast, E.Torne 3+2reb+1ast |
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| Round 6 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most interesting game of round 6 was a home defeat of 5th ranked Macau Macau (3-4) to fourth ranked Singapore Singapore S. (4-3) 88-81. It ended the three-game winning streak of Macau. Singapore S. dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Macau's 38. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Singapore S. made 7 blocks. Americans were the main players on the court. Swingman Kentrell Barkley (195-1996, college: ECU, agency: Haylett Sports) had a double-double by scoring 22 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and forward Xavier Alexander (196-1988, college: S.Nazarene) chipped in 20 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was DeQuan Abrom (188-1996, college: Belm.Abbey) with 24 points and 6 assists. Singapore S. maintains fourth position with 4-3 record. Macau at the other side dropped to the sixth place with four games lost. Singapore S. are looking forward to face Louvre S. (#7) in Surabaya in the next round. Macau will play at home against Valientes and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Very significant was Hong Kong HK Eastern's (#1) 89-82 road victory against second-best Vietnamese Heat. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Canadian center Chris McLaughlin (208, college: Victoria) notched a double-double by scoring 31 points and 18 rebounds (on 13-of-15 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and Dominic Gilbert supported him with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Even 24 points by American JR Holder (198-1994, college: Jacksonville) did not help to save the game for Heat. HK Eastern maintains first position with 6-1 record. Defending Vietnamese champion Heat keeps the second place with two games lost. They share the position with NS Matrix. HK Eastern will play against NS Matrix (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Heat will play against Valientes in Zamboanga City and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game between Top Four teams took place in . Third ranked Malaysian host NS Matrix (5-2) defeated one of their biggest challengers Singapore Singapore S. (4-3) 88-79. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Singapore S.. The best player for the winners was Amir Williams who had a double-double by scoring 26 points and 14 rebounds. NS Matrix's coach 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 Kentrell Barkley who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points, 17 rebounds and 7 assists. NS Matrix have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending Malaysian champion moved-up to second place, which they share with Saigon Heat. Loser Singapore S. keeps the fourth position with three games lost. NS Matrix will meet league's leader HK Eastern in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Singapore S. will play against Louvre S. in Surabaya and hope to secure a win. In the last two games of round 6 bottom-ranked Tigers won against Louvre S. on the opponent's court 88-84. Bottom-ranked Tigers lost to Vietnamese defending champion Saigon Heat in a home game 73-89. Macau - Singapore S. 81-88 The most interesting game of round 6 was a home defeat of 5th ranked Macau Macau (3-4) to fourth ranked Singapore Singapore S. (4-3) 88-81. It ended the three-game winning streak of Macau. Singapore S. dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Macau's 38. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Singapore S. made 7 blocks. Americans were the main players on the court. Swingman Kentrell Barkley (195-1996, college: ECU, agency: Haylett Sports) had a double-double by scoring 22 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and forward Xavier Alexander (196-1988, college: S.Nazarene) chipped in 20 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was DeQuan Abrom (188-1996, college: Belm.Abbey) with 24 points and 6 assists and Isaiah Wade (201-1998, college: UCO) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds. Four Macau players scored in double figures. Singapore S. maintains fourth position with 4-3 record. Macau at the other side dropped to the sixth place with four games lost. Singapore S. are looking forward to face Louvre S. (#7) in Surabaya in the next round. Macau will play at home against Valientes and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Macau: D.Abrom 24+3reb+6ast, D.Hamilton 18+8reb, I.Wade 14+14reb+2ast, J.Leung 12+7ast, C.Pong 8+1reb, I.Kei Long 5 Singapore S.: K.Barkley 22+11reb+6ast, X.Alexander 20+5reb+7ast, C.Gettys 20+6reb+2ast, D.Goh 9+3reb+1ast, K.Lim 7+4reb+1ast, M.Jun-Hao 6+3reb+1ast Saigon Heat - HK Eastern 82-89 Very significant was Hong Kong HK Eastern's (#1) 89-82 road victory against second-best Vietnamese Heat. It was a key game for the top position in the league. They outrebounded Heat 37-15 including a 28-11 advantage in defensive rebounds. HK Eastern players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Heat's players. Canadian center Chris McLaughlin (208, college: Victoria) notched a double-double by scoring 31 points and 18 rebounds (on 13-of-15 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and Croatian-Australian swingman Dominic Gilbert (198, college: UBC, agency: BIG) supported him with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Even 24 points by American JR Holder (198-1994, college: Jacksonville) did not help to save the game for Heat. His fellow American import forward Hassan Thomas (203-1996, college: Emporia St.) added 19 points and 5 rebounds. Four Heat players scored in double figures. HK Eastern maintains first position with 6-1 record. Defending Vietnamese champion Heat keeps the second place with two games lost. They share the position with NS Matrix. HK Eastern will play against NS Matrix (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Heat will play against Valientes in Zamboanga City and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Saigon Heat: J.Holder 24+3reb+1ast, H.Thomas 19+5reb, K.Dang Tran 13+2reb+3ast, J.Combs 10+4reb+3ast, E.Gilyard II 6+1reb+2ast, V.Kim Ban 5 HK Eastern: C.McLaughlin 31+18reb+1ast, D.Gilbert 20+5reb+6ast, O.Bassett 13+1reb+7ast, L.Ka-Hin 8+2ast, O.Xu 8+3reb+1ast, T.Trocha-Morelos 7+8reb+6ast Louvre S. - Tigers 84-88 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Surabaya where 7th ranked Indonesian Louvre S. (1-6) was defeated by bottom-ranked Thailand Tigers (1-7) 88-84 on Sunday. Tigers looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Jose Nouchanthavong (187, college: S.Maine) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists. Guard Takamin Sirijariyaporn (181-1997) chipped in 15 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Nouchanthavong is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Tigers players scored in double figures. Tigers' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was American Marcus Hammonds (196-1987, college: TAMUCC) who recorded a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!) and 12 rebounds and American-Indonesian Jamarr Johnson (198-1988, college: Widener) added 21 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Tigers maintains eighth position with 1-7 record. It was Louvre S.'s fifth loss in a row. They keep the seventh place with six games lost. Tigers will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Louvre S. will play against Singapore S. (#4) and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Louvre S.: M.Hammonds 35+12reb+3ast, J.Johnson 21+11reb+4ast, M.James 14+6reb+7ast, P.Samuel 7+2reb+4ast, Y.Tuasela 5+2reb+2ast, L.Gunawan 2+3reb Tigers: D.Wuttipong 24+3reb+1ast, J.Nouchanthavong 15+11reb+8ast, S.Takamin 15+6reb+9ast, B.Hiran 14+3reb+4ast, T.Noppachai 7+2reb, A.Charansarn 6+1reb+1ast NS Matrix - Singapore S. 88-79 The game between Top Four teams took place in . Third ranked Malaysian host NS Matrix (5-2) defeated one of their biggest challengers Singapore Singapore S. (4-3) 88-79. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Singapore S.. NS Matrix looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was American center Amir Williams (211-1992, college: Ohio St.) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points and 14 rebounds. Guard Chun-Hong Ting (193-1996) chipped in 25 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Four NS Matrix players scored in double figures. NS Matrix's coach 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 American swingman Kentrell Barkley (195-1996, college: ECU, agency: Haylett Sports) who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points, 17 rebounds and 7 assists and his fellow American import center CJ Gettys (213-1994, college: Rutgers, agency: Haylett Sports) added 20 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively. NS Matrix have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending Malaysian champion moved-up to second place, which they share with Saigon Heat. Loser Singapore S. keeps the fourth position with three games lost. NS Matrix will meet league's leader HK Eastern in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Singapore S. will play against Louvre S. in Surabaya and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Singapore S.: K.Barkley 20+17reb+7ast, C.Gettys 20+6reb+5ast, X.Alexander 15+5reb+5ast, M.Jun-Hao 7+1reb, L.Liew 6+1reb+1ast, D.Goh 6+6reb+2ast NS Matrix: A.Williams 26+14reb, C.Ting 25+7reb+5ast, T.Glass 14+9reb+2ast, T.Kuek 11+3reb, W.Chong-Han 8+2reb+8ast, Y.Wong 2+1reb+2ast Tigers - Saigon Heat 73-89 Very predictable result in Bangkok where second ranked Vietnamese Heat (5-2) defeated bottom-ranked Thailand Tigers (1-7) 89-73 on Monday. They outrebounded Tigers 48-29 including 18 on the offensive glass. Heat looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was American JR Holder (198-1994, college: Jacksonville) who scored 21 points and 8 rebounds. The other American import power forward Jeremy Combs (201-1995, college: Texas Southern) chipped in 10 points and 8 rebounds. Four Heat players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Jose Nouchanthavong (187, college: S.Maine) who recorded 19 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Wuttipong Dasom (195-1991) added 17 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Defending Vietnamese champion maintains second position with 5-2 record behind leader HK Eastern, which they share with NS Matrix. Tigers lost sixth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with seven games lost. Heat will meet Valientes (#5) in the next round. Tigers will have a break next round. Top scorers: Tigers: J.Nouchanthavong 19+6reb+5ast, D.Wuttipong 17+8reb, B.Hiran 9+2ast, A.Charansarn 8+2reb+4ast, S.Takamin 8+3ast, D.Kittitep 6+5reb+1ast Saigon Heat: J.Holder 21+8reb, N.Vinh Phuc 13+5reb+2ast, V.Kim Ban 13+2reb+3ast, J.Combs 10+8reb+2ast, T.Waale 9+8reb, M.An Du 7+1reb+6ast |
| ASEAN League round 6 best performance: Chris McLaughlin - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The player had a double-double of 31 points and 18 rebounds, while his team beat Saigon Heat (#3, 5-2) 89-82. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. HK Eastern was forced-out from the top positions in ASEAN League. They would have been even better if they did not have these two lost games earlier in Regular Season. HK Eastern will need more victories to improve their 6-2 record. McLaughlin turned to be HK Eastern's top player in his first season with the team. Former University of Victoria star has very solid stats this year. McLaughlin is in league's top in rebounds (3rd best: 13.0rpg) and averages impressive 61.2% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young American Amir Williams (211-C-1992) of league's leader NS Matrix. Williams had a very good evening with a double-double of 26 points and 14 rebounds. Of course NS Matrix cruised to a 88-79 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Singapore S. (#4, 4-3). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. NS Matrix consolidated its place in the very top position of the standings. His team has currently 6-2 record. Williams is a newcomer at NS Matrix, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 22.3ppg (#6). He also registered 11.5 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was American Marcus Hammonds (196-SF-1987) of Louvre S. (#7). Hammonds got into 30-points club by scoring 35 points in the last round. He went also for twelve rebounds . Despite Hammonds' great performance Louvre S. lost 84-88 to slightly lower-ranked Tigers (#8, 1-7). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. Louvre S. can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 1-6 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Hammonds has individually a great season in ASEAN League. After only 7 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 23.1ppg (4th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Kentrell Barkley (195-G/F-1996) of Singapore S. - 20 points, 17 rebounds and 7 assists 5. Xavier Alexander (196-F-1988) of Singapore S. - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists 6. Wuttipong Dasom (195-F-1991) of Tigers - 24 points and 3 rebounds 7. Jamarr Johnson (198-SF-1988) of Louvre S. - 21 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists 8. JR Holder (198-SG-1994) of Saigon Heat - 21 points and 8 rebounds 9. Dominic Gilbert (198-G/F) of HK Eastern - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 10. C.J. Gettys (213-C-1994) of Singapore S. - 20 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| NBL Round 15: Cairns Taipans defeat New Zealand Breakers in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The teams have now bigger motivation at this stage of Regular Season. Every game can be crucial and decide about teams' position at the end of Regular Season. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 15 in the NBL took place in Auckland. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of 3rd placed New Zealand Breakers (13-9) to second ranked Cairns Taipans (16-7) 85-83 in the game for the second place. Cairns Taipans dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to New Zealand Breakers' 24. It was a great evening for American forward DJ Hogg (203-1996, college: Texas A&M) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 6 rebounds. Naturalized South Sudanese swingman Bul Kuol (201-1997, college: Detroit) helped adding 18 points and 5 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American forward Jamaal Brantley (200-1993, college: Cameron) with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 14 rebounds. Cairns Taipans have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain second place with 16-7 record behind leader Sydney. New Zealand Breakers lost third consecutive game. They keep the third position with nine games lost. Cairns Taipans are looking forward to face JackJumpers (#4) in Hobart in the next round. New Zealand Breakers will play on the road against the league's leader Kings in Sydney and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Important game to mention about took place in Perth. Seventh ranked Perth Wildcats (12-10) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 3rd placed New Zealand Breakers (13-9) 93-90 on Tuesday evening. It was an exceptional evening for American power forward TaShawn Thomas (203-1993, college: Oklahoma, agency: Pensack Sports) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Brady Manek accounted for 15 points and 9 rebounds. American center Derek Pardon (203-1996, college: Northwestern) came up with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 12 rebounds (on 13-of-15 shooting from the field) for New Zealand Breakers in the defeat. New Zealand Breakers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Perth Wildcats moved-up to sixth place. New Zealand Breakers lost their third game in a row. They keep the third position with nine games lost. Perth Wildcats will play against Melbourne Phoenix (#7) on the road in the next round. New Zealand Breakers will play against the league's leader Kings (#1) in Sydney and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Very important is a home loss of third ranked New Zealand Breakers (13-9) against sixth ranked United (13-12) on Thursday night. Host New Zealand Breakers were defeated by United in Auckland 77-65. The best player for the winners was Xavier Rathan-Mayes who scored 20 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Jamaal Brantley who recorded 17 points and 5 rebounds. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for United. They moved-up to fifth place. New Zealand Breakers lost their third game in a row. They keep the third position with nine games lost. United will meet Adelaide 36ers (#8) in the next round. New Zealand Breakers will play against the league's leader Kings (#1) in Sydney and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 15: Tasmania JJ won against Illawarra on the opponent's court 92-89. Brisbane lost to defending champion Sydney in a home game 67-116. Adelaide recorded a loss to Tasmania JJ on the road 82-98. Cairns defeated Illawarra on its own court 89-84. Melbourne beat Brisbane in a road game 101-91. Perth won against Adelaide at home 112-97. Bottom-ranked Illawarra unfortunately lost to Sydney on the opponent's court 79-84. SE Melbourne recorded a loss to Brisbane in a home game 79-84. Illawarra - Tasmania JJ 89-92 Very expected game in Gwynneville where 10th ranked Illawarra Hawks (2-21) were edged by fourth ranked JackJumpers (13-10) 92-89 on Tuesday. JackJumpers looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was American Rashard Kelly (203-1995, college: Wichita St.) who scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. The former international forward Jack McVeigh (203-1996, college: Nebraska) chipped in 15 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international power forward Samson Froling (212-2000, college: Creighton) who recorded 21 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists and American guard Tyler Harvey (194-1993, college: EWU) added 22 points respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. JackJumpers maintains fourth place with 13-10 record. Illawarra Hawks lost their eleventh game in a row. They stay dead last with 21 lost games. JackJumpers will meet league's second-placed Cairns Taipans on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Illawarra Hawks will play against Bullets (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Illawarra: T.Harvey 22+2reb+1ast, S.Froling 21+8reb+8ast, D.Grida 16+5reb, D.Deng 16+3reb, M.Mathiang 6+4reb+1ast, W.Swaka 4+2reb Tasmania JJ: R.Kelly 18+5reb+2ast, J.McVeigh 15+6reb+2ast, J.Weeks 14+3reb+1ast, S.Macdonald 12+4reb+1ast, M.Doyle 10+4reb+6ast, J.Magette 9+7reb+6ast Brisbane - Sydney 67-116 Very predictable result in Brisbane where first ranked Kings (17-5) smashed 9th ranked Bullets (6-17) 116-67 on Wednesday. Kings made 24-of-25 free shots (96.0 percent) during the game. Kings had a 35-23 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Xavier Cooks (203-1995, college: Winthrop) who scored 20 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. American guard Derrick Walton Jr (185-1995, college: Michigan) chipped in 18 points and 4 assists. Five Kings players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international guard Nathan Sobey (190-1990, college: Wyoming) who recorded 14 points and 5 rebounds and American guard Tyler Johnson (193-1992, college: Fresno St.) added 13 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 sixth consecutive win for Kings. Defending champion maintains first place with 17-5 record. Bullets lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the ninth position with 17 games lost. Kings will meet at home New Zealand Breakers (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Bullets will play against Illawarra Hawks (#10) in Gwynneville and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Brisbane: N.Sobey 14+5reb+3ast, T.Johnson 13+4reb, A.Baynes 7+7reb+1ast, T.Harrison 6+6reb, G.Gak 6+1ast, H.Froling 6+3reb Sydney: T.Soares 20+6reb, X.Cooks 20+5reb+8ast, D.Walton Jr. 18+4reb+4ast, A.Glover 14+4reb+3ast, D.Vasiljevic 11+4reb+2ast, J.Simon 11+3reb+3ast NZL Breakers - Melbourne 65-77 Very important is a home loss of third ranked New Zealand Breakers (13-9) against sixth ranked United (13-12) on Thursday night. Host New Zealand Breakers were defeated by United in Auckland 77-65. United made 25-of-28 free shots (89.3 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was Canadian guard Xavier Rathan-Mayes (193-1994, college: FSU) who scored 20 points and 6 rebounds. American center Marcus Lee (208-1994, college: California) chipped in 6 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Jamaal Brantley (200-1993, college: Cameron) who recorded 17 points and 5 rebounds and the former international guard William McDowell-White (196-1998, college: Fresno St.) added 7 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists respectively. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for United. They moved-up to fifth place. New Zealand Breakers lost their third game in a row. They keep the third position with nine games lost. United will meet Adelaide 36ers (#8) in the next round. New Zealand Breakers will play against the league's leader Kings (#1) in Sydney and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: NZL Breakers: J.Brantley 17+5reb+1ast, I.Mauriohooho-Le'afa 13+3reb+1ast, C.Gliddon 8+4reb+1ast, D.Pardon 7+6reb+2ast, W.McDowell-White 7+8reb+6ast, R.Loe 6+4reb+1ast Melbourne: X.Rathan-Mayes 20+6reb+3ast, C.Goulding 14+1reb+2ast, B.Newley 14+3reb+1ast, R.Tucker 7+6reb+1ast, M.Lee 6+9reb+5ast, S.Ili 5+4reb+1ast Tasmania JJ - Adelaide 98-82 Not a big story in a game in Hobart where 8th ranked Adelaide 36ers (11-12) were defeated by fourth ranked JackJumpers (13-10) 98-82 on Thursday. JackJumpers made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. JackJumpers outrebounded Adelaide 36ers 38-26 including 29 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was American Milton Doyle (193-1993, college: Loyola, IL) who scored 28 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). The former international forward Jack McVeigh (203-1996, college: Nebraska) chipped in 28 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Robert Franks (201-1996, college: WSU) who recorded 24 points and New Zealand forward Hyrum Harris (198-1996, college: Umpqua CC) added 6 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. JackJumpers maintains fourth place with 13-10 record. Adelaide 36ers lost their third game in a row. They keep the eighth position with 12 games lost. JackJumpers will meet league's second-placed Cairns Taipans on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Adelaide 36ers will play against United (#5) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Adelaide: R.Franks 24+3reb+2ast, S.Dech 9+1ast, A.Cleveland 8+2reb+1ast, D.Johnson 8+1reb+3ast, A.Drmic 7+2reb, H.Harris 6+6reb+2ast Tasmania JJ: J.McVeigh 28+6reb+1ast, M.Doyle 28+6reb+4ast, R.Kelly 19+5reb+3ast, S.Macdonald 9+2reb+2ast, J.Magette 5+5reb+5ast, C.Steindl 4+1reb+2ast Cairns - Illawarra 89-84 Everything went according to plan when second ranked Cairns Taipans (16-7) beat at home bottom-ranked Illawarra Hawks (2-21) 89-84 on Friday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Cairns Taipans made 21-of-27 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American guard Tahjere McCall (193-1994, college: Tennessee St.) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. His fellow American import forward DJ Hogg (203-1996, college: Texas A&M) chipped in 15 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Tyler Harvey (194-1993, college: EWU) who recorded 25 points and 5 assists and guard William Hickey (194-1999) added 16 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Five Cairns Taipans and four Illawarra Hawks players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Cairns Taipans. They maintain second place with 16-7 record behind leader Sydney. Illawarra Hawks lost their eleventh game in a row. They stay dead last with 21 lost games. Cairns Taipans will meet at home JackJumpers (#4) in the next round. Illawarra Hawks will play against Bullets (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Illawarra: T.Harvey 25+2reb+5ast, H.William 16+6reb+3ast, M.Mathiang 14+8reb+1ast, D.Deng 10+8reb, D.Grida 9+6reb+1ast, W.Swaka 3+4reb Cairns: T.McCall 24+11reb+4ast, D.Hogg 15+8reb+3ast, S.Scott 15+3reb+6ast, M.Deng 12+5reb, S.Waardenburg 10+6reb+4ast, B.Kuol 6+4reb Brisbane - Melbourne 91-101 There was no surprise in Brisbane where 9th ranked Bullets (6-17) were defeated by sixth ranked United (13-12) 101-91 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was American guard Rayjon Tucker (191-1997, college: UALR) who scored 30 points. Canadian guard Xavier Rathan-Mayes (193-1994, college: FSU) chipped in 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international center Aron Baynes (208-1986, college: WSU) who recorded a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds and the former international guard Nathan Sobey (190-1990, college: Wyoming) added 18 points and 6 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) 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. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for United. They moved-up to fifth place. Bullets lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the ninth position with 17 games lost. United will meet Adelaide 36ers (#8) in the next round. Bullets will play against Illawarra Hawks in Gwynneville and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Brisbane: A.Baynes 21+11reb, N.Sobey 18+4reb+6ast, D.Mitchell 15+2reb, T.Johnson 13+6reb+2ast, A.White III 9+4reb, T.Harrison 7+3reb+1ast Melbourne: R.Tucker 30+4reb+2ast, C.Goulding 21+3reb+2ast, X.Rathan-Mayes 20+5reb+5ast, S.Ili 11+4reb+7ast, M.Peatling 6+4reb+1ast, O.David 5+1reb Perth - Adelaide 112-97 The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked Perth Wildcats' (12-10) home victory over 8th ranked Adelaide 36ers (11-12) 112-97 on Saturday. Perth Wildcats made 21-of-24 free shots (87.5 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 15 long-distance shots on high 55.6 percentage. Perth Wildcats looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was forward Brady Manek (206-1998, college: UNC) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Bryce Cotton (182-1992, college: Providence, agency: Pensack Sports) chipped in 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). At the other side the best for losing team was guard Antonius Cleveland (196-1994, college: SEMO) who recorded 23 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Robert Franks (201-1996, college: WSU) added 25 points and 5 rebounds respectively. 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. Perth Wildcats moved-up to sixth place. Adelaide 36ers lost their third game in a row. They keep the eighth position with 12 games lost. Perth Wildcats will meet Melbourne Phoenix (#7) on the road in the next round. Adelaide 36ers will play against United and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Adelaide: R.Franks 25+5reb+3ast, A.Cleveland 23+6reb+4ast, M.McCarron 14+2reb+1ast, D.Johnson 10+4reb+2ast, I.Clark 10+3reb+2ast, H.Harris 5+3reb+1ast Perth: B.Manek 23+10reb+2ast, B.Cotton 23+5reb+4ast, C.Webster 17+1reb+5ast, T.Thomas 17+6reb+2ast, T.Webster 10+4reb+7ast, L.Travers 7+2reb+2ast NZL Breakers - Cairns 83-85 The most exciting game of round 15 in the NBL took place in Auckland. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of 3rd placed New Zealand Breakers (13-9) to second ranked Cairns Taipans (16-7) 85-83 in the game for the second place. Cairns Taipans dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to New Zealand Breakers' 24. It was a great evening for American forward DJ Hogg (203-1996, college: Texas A&M) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 6 rebounds. Naturalized South Sudanese swingman Bul Kuol (201-1997, college: Detroit) helped adding 18 points and 5 rebounds. Four Cairns Taipans players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American forward Jamaal Brantley (200-1993, college: Cameron) with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 14 rebounds and the former international guard William McDowell-White (196-1998, college: Fresno St.) scored 29 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Cairns Taipans have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain second place with 16-7 record behind leader Sydney. New Zealand Breakers lost third consecutive game. They keep the third position with nine games lost. Cairns Taipans are looking forward to face JackJumpers (#4) in Hobart in the next round. New Zealand Breakers will play on the road against the league's leader Kings in Sydney and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: NZL Breakers: W.McDowell-White 29+5reb+5ast, J.Brantley 25+14reb+2ast, R.Rayan 7+2reb+1ast, D.Pardon 6+5reb+1ast, C.Gliddon 6, T.Abercrombie 5+4reb+4ast Cairns: B.Kuol 18+5reb+1ast, D.Hogg 18+6reb+1ast, T.McCall 18+5reb, S.Scott 10+3reb+3ast, S.Waardenburg 7+10reb, B.Ayre 6+3ast Sydney - Illawarra 84-79 Very expected game in Sydney where 10th ranked Illawarra Hawks (2-21) were defeated by first ranked Kings (17-5) 84-79 on Sunday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Kings made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American guard Derrick Walton Jr (185-1995, college: Michigan) who scored 19 points and 7 assists. Forward Xavier Cooks (203-1995, college: Winthrop) chipped in 8 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Kings' coach Chase Buford used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Tyler Harvey (194-1993, college: EWU) who recorded 24 points and the former international power forward Samson Froling (212-2000, college: Creighton) added 14 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Kings. Defending champion maintains first place with 17-5 record. Illawarra Hawks lost their eleventh game in a row. They stay dead last with 21 lost games. Kings will meet at home New Zealand Breakers (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Illawarra Hawks will play against Bullets (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Illawarra: T.Harvey 24+2reb+3ast, L.Dent 15+2reb+2ast, S.Froling 14+9reb+5ast, W.Swaka 10+3reb+3ast, D.Deng 7+9reb+1ast, H.William 6+1reb+1ast Sydney: D.Walton Jr. 19+4reb+7ast, T.Soares 15+6reb, G.Jaylin 13+4reb+1ast, K.Noi 12+3reb, X.Cooks 8+9reb+6ast, J.Simon 6+3reb+1ast SE Melbourne - Brisbane 79-84 There was a small surprise when ninth ranked Bullets (6-17) defeated on the road 7th ranked Melbourne Phoenix (12-12) 84-79 on Monday. Strangely Melbourne Phoenix outrebounded Bullets 47-27 including a 20-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Jason Cadee (186-1991) who scored 28 points. The former international guard Nathan Sobey (190-1990, college: Wyoming) chipped in 15 points. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international swingman Mitch Creek (196-1992) who recorded a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds and American center Alan Williams (203-1993, college: UCSB) added 19 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Four Melbourne Phoenix players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Bullets maintains ninth place with 6-17 record. Melbourne Phoenix lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the seventh position with 12 games lost. Bullets will meet bottom-ranked Illawarra Hawks (#10) in the next round. Melbourne Phoenix will play against Perth Wildcats and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: SE Melbourne: A.Williams 19+9reb+1ast, M.Creek 17+13reb+3ast, G.Browne 12+5reb+6ast, G.Kell III 10+4reb, R.Broekhoff 7+4reb, K.Adnam 6+1reb+2ast Brisbane: J.Cadee 28+4reb+3ast, N.Sobey 15+3reb+2ast, D.Mitchell 10+5reb+3ast, T.Harrison 9+1reb+1ast, T.Johnson 8+3reb, A.White III 7+1reb Perth - NZL Breakers 93-90 Important game to mention about took place in Perth. Seventh ranked Perth Wildcats (12-10) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 3rd placed New Zealand Breakers (13-9) 93-90 on Tuesday evening. Perth Wildcats made 20-of-24 charity shots (83.3 percent) during the game. It was an exceptional evening for American power forward TaShawn Thomas (203-1993, college: Oklahoma, agency: Pensack Sports) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). His fellow American import forward Brady Manek (206-1998, college: UNC) accounted for 15 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. American center Derek Pardon (203-1996, college: Northwestern) came up with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 12 rebounds (on 13-of-15 shooting from the field) and the former international guard William McDowell-White (196-1998, college: Fresno St.) added 12 points and 8 assists respectively for New Zealand Breakers in the defeat. Five Perth Wildcats and four New Zealand Breakers players scored in double figures. New Zealand Breakers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Perth Wildcats moved-up to sixth place. New Zealand Breakers lost their third game in a row. They keep the third position with nine games lost. Perth Wildcats will play against Melbourne Phoenix (#7) on the road in the next round. New Zealand Breakers will play against the league's leader Kings (#1) in Sydney and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: NZL Breakers: D.Pardon 28+12reb+1ast, B.Brown Jr. 16+1reb+3ast, J.Brantley 13+7reb+2ast, W.McDowell-White 12+4reb+8ast, R.Rayan 8+4reb, R.Loe 7+4reb+2ast Perth: T.Thomas 23+10reb+3ast, C.Webster 19+4reb+3ast, B.Manek 15+9reb+3ast, B.Cotton 14+4reb+3ast, T.Webster 11+1reb+2ast, L.Travers 11+6reb+2ast |
| Australian NBL round 15 best performance: Tahjere McCall - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 28-year old player had a double-double of 24 points and 11 rebounds, while his team beat Illawarra (#10, 2-21) 89-84. Cairns maintains the 2nd position in Australian NBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Cairns will need more victories to improve their 16-7 record. In the team's last game McCall had a remarkable 53.3% from 2-point range. He turned to be Cairns' top player in his first season with the team. Tahjere McCall averages this season 16.4ppg, 5.4rpg and 4.1apg. The second best player in last round's games was young American Derek Pardon (203-C-1996) of NZL Breakers. Pardon had a very good evening with a double-double of 28 points and 12 rebounds. Bad luck as NZL Breakers was edged by the lower-ranked Perth (#6, 12-10) 93-90. NZL Breakers managed to keep the same 3rd spot in the standings. His team's 13-9 record is not bad at all. Pardon is a newcomer at NZL Breakers, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was another NZL Breakers' star - American forward Jamaal Brantley (200-F-1993). Brantley scored 25 points and grabbed fourteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Brantley's great performance NZL Breakers lost 83-85 to #2 ranked Cairns. But his team cannot count on just these two top stars as they also need help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The last thing NZL Breakers 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 9 lost games. Brantley has a very solid season. In 22 games in Australia he scored 15.2ppg. He also has 6.2rpg and FGP: 54.4%. Brantley attended one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball. Other top performing players last week: 4. TaShawn Thomas (203-F/C-1993) of Perth - 23 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Rayjon Tucker (191-G-1997) of Melbourne - 30 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Xavier Cooks (203-F-1995) of Sydney - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists 7. Milton Doyle (193-SG-1993) of Tasmania JJ - 28 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Alan Williams (203-C-1993) of SE Melbourne - 19 points and 9 rebounds 9. William McDowell-White (196-G-1998) of NZL Breakers - 29 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Antonius Cleveland (196-G-1994) of Adelaide - 23 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Andrew Corum claims Azerbaijani ABL weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The 26-year old power forward had a double-double of 27 points and fourteen rebounds, while his team beat Olimpic Sheki (#7, 2-11) 88-77. Xirdalan is placed at 3rd position in Azerbaijani ABL. 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 8-5 record. In the team's last game Corum had a remarkable 70.6% 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 (9th best: 19.6ppg), rebounds (3rd best: 11.4rpg) and averages solid 63.5% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Georgian shooting guard Davit Lomidze (196-SG-1997) of Neftci. Lomidze impressed basketball fans with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. Of course he led Neftci to another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Zirve (#8, 2-11) 102-82. Neftci's 6th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 5-8 record. Lomidze is a newcomer at Neftci 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 Michael Diggins (207-F/C-1998) of second-ranked Serhedci. Diggins scored 19 points and grabbed sixteen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Serhedci, leading his team to a 81-68 easy win against #4 ranked Sabah in a game of the week. Serhedci needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 9 victories and 4 lost games. Diggins has a great season in Azerbaijan. After 13 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 11.0rpg (4th best). He also has 1.8bpg and FGP: 63.4%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Andre Adams (206-C) of Xirdalan - 18 points, 14 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Jarrett Henderson (198-F-1996) of Zirve - 33 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Quinton Campbell (197-F-1993) of NTD - 23 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Udun Osakue (198-F-1992) of Sabah - 19 points, 15 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Zo Tyson (206-F-1995) of Zirve - 14 points and 14 rebounds 9. Amil Hamzayev (204-F/C-1990) of Gence - 26 points and 11 rebounds 10. Jeremy Hayes (193-G-1997) of NTD - 16 points, 8 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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| NPBA Round 7: Tucker Boys defeat TMT Giants in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 7 in the NPBA took place in Nassau. This derby game ended with only one-point defeat on the road of 3rd placed TMT Giants (2-3) to fifth ranked Tucker Boys (1-5) 58-57 on Saturday evening. It was a great evening for Leon Bain who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 5 rebounds. Jaden Stubbs helped adding 12 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side Randy Miller responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 14 rebounds. Tucker Boys maintains fifth place with 1-5 record. TMT Giants at the other side keep the third position with three games lost. Tucker Boys' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Nassau to the arena Shockers. Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Nassau: Shockers (#2) and Bahamas Univ. (#4). Shockers (4-2) won against visiting Bahamas Univ. (2-5) 67-53. It was an exceptional evening for American Dominique Fernander (, college: Hobart) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds. William Rigby accounted for 16 points and 5 rebounds. Delano Armbrister came up with 17 points for Bahamas Univ. in the defeat. Bahamas Univ.'s coach rotated ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Shockers maintains second place with 4-2 record having just ten point less than leader Rockets. Bahamas Univ. at the other side keeps the fourth position with five games lost. Shockers' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Nassau Tucker Boys. Another exciting game was again a derby between two local teams from Nassau: Rockets (#1) and Bahamas Univ. (#4). Bahamas Univ. was crushed at home by 16 points 84-100 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Roosevelt Whylly fired a double-double by scoring 27 points, 18 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Theodore Grant produced a triple-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds, 11 assists and 4 steals for lost side. Bahamas Univ.'s coach tested ten players seeing no chance for a win. Undefeated Rockets (6-0) have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with a perfect record of 6 victories in a row. Loser Bahamas Univ. keeps the fourth position with five games lost. Rockets' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Nassau TMT Giants. Shockers - Bahamas Univ. 67-53 Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Nassau: Shockers (#2) and Bahamas Univ. (#4). Shockers (4-2) won against visiting Bahamas Univ. (2-5) 67-53. Shockers forced 25 Bahamas Univ. turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for American Dominique Fernander (, college: Hobart) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds. William Rigby accounted for 16 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side. Delano Armbrister came up with 17 points and Theodore Grant added 6 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for Bahamas Univ. in the defeat. Bahamas Univ.'s coach rotated ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Shockers maintains second place with 4-2 record having just ten point less than leader Rockets. Bahamas Univ. at the other side keeps the fourth position with five games lost. Shockers' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Nassau Tucker Boys. Top scorers: Bahamas Univ.: A.Delano 17+1reb+1ast, B.Glenderson 10+3reb, M.Dremiko 6+7reb, G.Theodore 6+5reb+5ast, L.Dave 4+8reb+1ast, E.Erquantae 4+5reb+2ast Shockers: D.Fernander 17+11reb+1ast, W.Rigby 16+5reb+1ast, J.Smith 12+3reb, M.Dario 8+4reb, H.McKenzie 6+1reb+2ast, R.King 4+9reb+1ast Tucker Boys - TMT Giants 58-57 The most exciting game of round 7 in the NPBA took place in Nassau. This derby game ended with only one-point defeat on the road of 3rd placed TMT Giants (2-3) to fifth ranked Tucker Boys (1-5) 58-57 on Saturday evening. It was a great evening for Leon Bain who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 5 rebounds. Jaden Stubbs helped adding 12 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side Randy Miller responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 14 rebounds and guard DAngelo Mackey (186) scored 12 points, 6 assists and 4 steals. Tucker Boys maintains fifth place with 1-5 record. TMT Giants at the other side keep the third position with three games lost. Tucker Boys' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Nassau to the arena Shockers. Top scorers: TMT Giants: R.Miller 16+14reb+2ast, D.Mackey 12+2reb+6ast, D.Dean 10+1reb, R.Sturrup 6+8reb, U.Johnson 4+3reb+4ast, B.Jennings 4+6reb Tucker Boys: L.Bain 18+5reb+1ast, S.Jaden 12+7reb, T.Clayton 12+3reb+1ast, R.Leon 8+6reb+4ast, S.Randon 4+11reb+3ast, J.Rolle 2+4reb+5ast Bahamas Univ. - Rockets 84-100 Another exciting game was again a derby between two local teams from Nassau: Rockets (#1) and Bahamas Univ. (#4). Bahamas Univ. was crushed at home by 16 points 84-100 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Rockets dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Bahamas Univ.'s 42. Rockets forced 21 Bahamas Univ. turnovers and outrebounded them 61-47 including 20 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Roosevelt Whylly fired a double-double by scoring 27 points, 18 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. The former international forward Livingston Munnings (201-1992) chipped in a double-double by scoring 26 points and 14 rebounds. Theodore Grant produced a triple-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds, 11 assists and 4 steals and Delano Armbrister added 23 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Bahamas Univ.'s coach tested ten players seeing no chance for a win. Rockets (6-0) have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with a perfect record of 6 victories in a row. Loser Bahamas Univ. keeps the fourth position with five games lost. Rockets' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Nassau TMT Giants. Top scorers: Bahamas Univ.: A.Delano 23+7reb+1ast, G.Theodore 18+10reb+11ast, E.Erquantae 12+2reb, M.Dremiko 10+10reb+2ast, L.Dave 9+7reb+1ast, A.Young 8+3reb Rockets: R.Whylly 27+18reb+5ast, L.Munnings 26+14reb, A.Joseph 20+7reb+8ast, G.Crispin 9+4reb+3ast, R.Turnquest 6+1reb+1ast, M.Bertrum 4+4reb |
| Bahamas NPBA round 7 best performance: Roosevelt Whylly - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Roosevelt Whylly put on an amazing game in the last round for top-ranked Rockets, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 7. The player had a double-double of 27 points and 18 rebounds, while his team crushed Bahamas Univ. (#4, 2-5) with 16-point margin 100-84. It allowed Rockets to consolidate first place in the Bahamas NPBA. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but Rockets already had a very good start winning all 6 without losing a single one. In the team's last game Whylly had a remarkable 73.3% from 2-point range. He turned to be Rockets' top player in his first season with the team. Roosevelt Whylly has solid league stats. He is league's best scorer averaging so far 16.2ppg and leads league in rebounds with 13.5rpg. Whylly is in league's top in assists (9th best: 3.0apg) and averages impressive 1.2bpg and 60.9% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was another Rockets' star - young Bahamas forward Livingston Munnings (201-F-1992). Munnings had a very good evening with a double-double of 26 points and 14 rebounds. Of course together with Whylly he helped Rockets with another comfortable win 100-84 over the lower-ranked Bahamas Univ. (#4, 2-5) being unquestionably team leader. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the top position in Vince Ferguson Division. Rockets consolidated its place in the very top position of the standings. A very good start of the season for his team, which won so far all 6 games without any defeat. Munnings is one of the most experienced players at Rockets and similarly like Roosevelt Whylly has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.0ppg (#2). He also registered 7.8 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was Randy Miller of TMT Giants (#3). Miller scored 16 points and grabbed fourteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Miller's great performance TMT Giants lost 57-58 to slightly lower-ranked Tucker Boys (#5, 1-5). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of TMT Giants ranking at the top of Vince Ferguson Division, however are very questionable as they have already lost 3 games, recording just two victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Miller could help TMT Giants to bring them higher in the standings. Miller has a great season in Bahamas. After only 5 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 9.4rpg (5th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Theodore Grant) of Bahamas Univ. - 18 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists 5. Dominique Fernander) of Shockers - 17 points and 11 rebounds 6. Abel Joseph (200-G-1990) of Rockets - 20 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists 7. Delano Armbrister) of Bahamas Univ. - 23 points and 7 rebounds 8. William Rigby) of Shockers - 16 points and 5 rebounds 9. Jaden Stubbs) of Tucker Boys - 12 points and 7 rebounds 10. D'Angelo Mackey (186-G) of TMT Giants - 12 points, 2 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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| Round 7: Hapoel Beer Sheva lose against Budivelnyk - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in Balkan League. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Israeli Hapoel Beer Sheva (5-1) at the home court on Tuesday night. Hosts were edged by third ranked Ukrainian Budivelnyk (4-1) 94-92. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Hapoel Beer Sheva. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Budivelnyk shot 60.7 percent from the field. It was a great shooting night for Budivelnyk especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.4 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a great evening for American guard Archie Goodwin (196-1994, college: Kentucky) who led his team to a victory scoring 20 points. His fellow American import power forward Jerai Grant (203-1989, college: Clemson) helped adding 16 points and 7 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). At the losing side Argentinian-Israeli swingman Joaquin Shuchman (193-1995) responded with 22 points and 5 assists (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). Hapoel Beer Sheva's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Budivelnyk have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Peja. Hapoel Beer Sheva at the other side still keeps top position with one game lost. Budivelnyk will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Hapoel Beer Sheva will play on the road against Levski in Sofia and is hoping to win this game. Important game to mention about took place in Stara Zagora. Fourth ranked Beroe (3-2) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 5th ranked Levski (1-4) 85-82 in the game for the fourth place. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Darius Hall (188, college: Bryant & Str OH) who led the winners and scored 25 points and 7 rebounds. Aleksandar Todorovic accounted for 17 points and 6 rebounds. American guard Alan Arnett (196-1994, college: GSW, agency: BIG) came up with 26 points and 4 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) for Levski in the defeat. Levski's coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Beroe maintains fourth place with 3-2 record. Levski at the other side keeps the fifth position with four games lost. Beroe will play against league's leader Hapoel Beer Sheva at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Levski will play against the league's leader Hapoel Beer Sheva (#1) to get more than just one victory in their record. Beroe - Levski 85-82 Important game to mention about took place in Stara Zagora. Fourth ranked Beroe (3-2) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 5th ranked Levski (1-4) 85-82 in the game for the fourth place. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Darius Hall (188, college: Bryant & Str OH) who led the winners and scored 25 points and 7 rebounds. Bosnian power forward Aleksandar Todorovic (206-1987, agency: PEPI SPORT) accounted for 17 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. Four Beroe players scored in double figures. American guard Alan Arnett (196-1994, college: GSW, agency: BIG) came up with 26 points and 4 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) and Nikolay Mihaylov (204-2000, agency: BIG) added 11 points and 11 rebounds respectively for Levski in the defeat. Levski's coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Beroe maintains fourth place with 3-2 record. Levski at the other side keeps the fifth position with four games lost. Beroe will play against league's leader Hapoel Beer Sheva at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Levski will play against the league's leader Hapoel Beer Sheva (#1) to get more than just one victory in their record. Top scorers: Beroe: D.Hall 25+7reb+1ast, A.Todorovic 17+6reb+2ast, D.Ivanov 12+3reb+1ast, R.Georgiev 11+5reb+1ast, M.Stefanov 10+2reb+1ast, T.Edogi 7+8reb+2ast Levski: A.Arnett 26+3reb+4ast, N.Mihaylov 11+11reb+1ast, J.Florveus 10+5reb+1ast, R.Wright 9+3reb+1ast, A.Velikov 8+4reb+5ast, P.Krasimir 6+3reb+2ast H.Be'er Sheva - Budivelnyk 92-94 The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Israeli Hapoel Beer Sheva (5-1) at the home court on Tuesday night. Hosts were edged by third ranked Ukrainian Budivelnyk (4-1) 94-92. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Hapoel Beer Sheva. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Budivelnyk shot 60.7 percent from the field. It was a great shooting night for Budivelnyk especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.4 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a great evening for American guard Archie Goodwin (196-1994, college: Kentucky) who led his team to a victory scoring 20 points. His fellow American import power forward Jerai Grant (203-1989, college: Clemson) helped adding 16 points and 7 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). At the losing side Argentinian-Israeli swingman Joaquin Shuchman (193-1995) responded with 22 points and 5 assists (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) and American forward Ben Moore (203-1995, college: SMU) scored 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Hapoel Beer Sheva's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Budivelnyk have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Peja. Hapoel Beer Sheva at the other side still keeps top position with one game lost. Budivelnyk will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Hapoel Beer Sheva will play on the road against Levski in Sofia and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Budivelnyk: A.Goodwin 20+4reb+2ast, J.Grant 16+7reb+1ast, B.Bliznyuk 13+2reb+3ast, A.Brown 13+2reb+3ast, V.Bobrov 13+5reb+1ast, J.Berhanemeskel 11+3reb+6ast H.Be'er Sheva: J.Shuchman 22+3reb+5ast, B.Moore 15+6reb+5ast, E.Koulechov 14+3reb+2ast, K.Ahmad 13+1ast, D.Efianayi 12+2reb+4ast, G.Whittington 11+3reb+3ast |
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Round 5 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Mexican Libertadores (2-1). They were defeated by second ranked Nicaraguan Real Esteli (2-1) 98-84 on Monday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Real Esteli made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. 25 personal fouls committed by Libertadores helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Puerto Rican guard Jezreel De Jesus (185-1991, agency: Interperformances) stepped up and scored 29 points and 4 assists for the winners and American Thomas Robinson (208-1991, college: Kansas) chipped in 19 points and 13 rebounds. Cuban-Puerto Rican center Ismael Romero (205-1991, agency: BeoBasket) responded with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 11 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field). Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending Nicaraguan champion keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Libertadores and Penarol. Libertadores will play next round against strong Hamilton trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Real Esteli will try to continue on its current victory against third ranked Hamilton at home. The game between Top Four teams took place in Rio de Janeiro. First ranked Brazilian host Flamengo (3-1) smashed 3rd placed Argentinian Instituto (1-3) 91-46. Argentinian point guard Jose Vildoza (191-1996) nailed 10 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists for the winning side and Rafael Hettsheimeir accounted for 14 points and 8 rebounds. Guard Nicolas Romano (200) came up with 7 points and 6 rebounds for Instituto 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. Flamengo have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 3-1 record. Defending Argentinian champion Instituto dropped to the second position with three games lost. They share it with Obras and Concepcion. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. The game between Top Four teams took place in Buenos Aires. Second-ranked Argentinian host Obras (1-3) lost to leader Brazilian Vivo/Franca (4-0) 83-76. The best player for the winners was Lucas Silva who scored 17 points and 9 rebounds. Pedro Barral produced 14 points and 7 assists for the hosts. Obras' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Vivo/Franca maintains first place with 4-0 record. Obras at the other side keep the second position with three games lost. They share it with Concepcion and Instituto. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. In the last game of round 5 Quimsa won against Minas on the opponent's court 86-74. Flamengo - Instituto 91-46 The game between Top Four teams took place in Rio de Janeiro. First ranked Brazilian host Flamengo (3-1) smashed 3rd placed Argentinian Instituto (1-3) 91-46. Flamengo outrebounded Instituto 45-26 including a 39-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Instituto's players. Argentinian point guard Jose Vildoza (191-1996) nailed 10 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists for the winning side and Spanish-Brazilian center Rafael Hettsheimeir (210-1986) accounted for 14 points and 8 rebounds. Five Flamengo players scored in double figures. Guard Nicolas Romano (200) came up with 7 points and 6 rebounds and forward Bautista Lugarini (203-2001) added 5 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Instituto 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. Flamengo have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 3-1 record. Defending Argentinian champion Instituto dropped to the second position with three games lost. They share it with Obras and Concepcion. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Instituto: F.Elias 7+2reb+1ast, N.Romano 7+6reb+2ast, L.Vildoza 7+1reb+3ast, N.Copello 6+2reb+2ast, B.Lugarini 5+6reb+2ast, M.Chiarini 5+2reb Flamengo: R.Hettsheimeir 14+8reb, L.Martinez 14+2reb+1ast, G.Galvanini 13+7reb+1ast, J.Vildoza 10+5reb+8ast, R.Fischer 10+2reb+3ast, R.Mineiro 10+7reb+2ast Obras - Sesi Franca 76-83 The game between Top Four teams took place in Buenos Aires. Second-ranked Argentinian host Obras (1-3) lost to leader Brazilian Vivo/Franca (4-0) 83-76. Vivo/Franca made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was center Lucas Silva (208-1995) who scored 17 points and 9 rebounds. American guard David Jackson (190-1982, college: Penn St.) chipped in 21 points. Point guard Pedro Barral (187-1994) produced 14 points and 7 assists and Uruguayan forward Joaquin Rodriguez (198-1999, agency: Pro Sports) added 18 points respectively for the hosts. Four Obras players scored in double figures. Obras' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Vivo/Franca maintains first place with 4-0 record. Obras at the other side keep the second position with three games lost. They share it with Concepcion and Instituto. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Obras: J.Rodriguez 18+2reb+2ast, P.Barral 14+3reb+7ast, L.Berra 12+2reb, J.Solarin 12+6reb, E.Serres 6+4reb, I.Copeland 4+3reb+2ast Sesi Franca: D.Jackson 21+4reb+3ast, L.Silva 17+9reb+2ast, L.Mariano 14+8reb, S.Marcio 10+2reb, G.de Paula 8+10reb+6ast, S.Scala 8+4reb+1ast Minas - Quimsa 74-86 The game between closely ranked teams ended with second-ranked Brazilian Minas' (1-2) home loss to leader Argentinian Quimsa (3-0) 74-86 on Monday. The best player for the winners was American Brandon Robinson (196-1989, college: Clayton St.) who scored 19 points and 6 rebounds. His fellow American import power forward Eric Anderson (204-1993, college: New Haven) chipped in 10 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Wesley Ferreira (200-1995) produced 19 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Alexey Borges (185-1995) added 11 points, 8 assists and 4 steals respectively for the hosts. Five Minas players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Quimsa have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 3-0 record. Loser Minas keep the second position with two games lost. Quimsa will meet at home Bigua (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Minas will play against Bigua and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Minas: W.Ferreira 19+6reb, F.Vezaro 14+4reb+3ast, A.Borges 11+3reb+8ast, R.Lenz 10+5reb, S.Johnson 10+4reb+7ast, A.Paranhos 6+2reb Quimsa: B.Robinson 19+6reb+3ast, J.Brussino 12+1reb+2ast, F.Baralle 11+1ast, S.Acevedo 10+3reb+1ast, E.Anderson 10+7reb+4ast, A.Perez 8+1reb+2ast Real Esteli - Libertadores 98-84 Round 5 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Mexican Libertadores (2-1). They were defeated by second ranked Nicaraguan Real Esteli (2-1) 98-84 on Monday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Real Esteli made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. 25 personal fouls committed by Libertadores helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Puerto Rican guard Jezreel De Jesus (185-1991, agency: Interperformances) stepped up and scored 29 points and 4 assists for the winners and American Thomas Robinson (208-1991, college: Kansas) chipped in 19 points and 13 rebounds. Four Real Esteli players scored in double figures. Cuban-Puerto Rican center Ismael Romero (205-1991, agency: BeoBasket) responded with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 11 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) and American guard Branden Frazier (191-1992, college: Fordham, agency: BeoBasket) scored 17 points and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending Nicaraguan champion keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Libertadores and Penarol. Libertadores will play next round against strong Hamilton trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Real Esteli will try to continue on its current victory against third ranked Hamilton at home. Top scorers: Libertadores: I.Romero 30+11reb+2ast, B.Frazier 17+2reb+4ast, T.Burrell 9+7reb+2ast, J.Gutierrez 8+2reb+4ast, J.Palacios-Tello 8+6reb, G.Giron 4+1reb+3ast Real Esteli: J.De Jesus 29+2reb+4ast, T.Holloway 20+3reb+3ast, T.Robinson 19+13reb+1ast, D.Jefferson 16+4reb+7ast, E.Andujar 8+6reb+3ast, A.Matias 4+3reb+1ast |
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The 31-year old player had a double-double of 30 points and 11 rebounds, while his team in a lost game to Real Esteli (2-1) 84-98. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Libertadores was forced-out from the top positions in Basketball Champions League Americas. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost that single game earlier this season. Libertadores will need to avoid more loses keep or improve their 2-1 record. Romero turned to be Libertadores' top player in his first season with the team. Ismael Romero has solid league stats. He is league's best scorer averaging so far 22.7ppg. Romero is in league's top in rebounds (6th best: 9.0rpg) and averages impressive 74.3% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Puerto Rican Jezreel De Jesus (185-G-1991, agency: Interperformances) of league's leader Real Esteli. De Jesus had a very good evening with 29 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists. Of course he led Real Esteli to another comfortable win 98-84 over Libertadores (2-1) being unquestionably team leader. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Libertadores managed to tie with Real Esteli at the very top position in the standings. His team has currently 2-1 record. De Jesus is a newcomer at Real Esteli, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was another Real Esteli's star - American forward Thomas Robinson (208-PF-1991). Robinson scored 19 points and grabbed thirteen rebounds (!!!). He was another key player of Real Esteli, helping his team with a 98-84 easy win against #2 ranked Libertadores. Real Esteli confirms their top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 2 victories and 1 lost games. Robinson has a great season in Basketball Champions League Americas. After only 3 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 18.3ppg (5th best) and rebounds with 11.3rpg (#1 in league). Other top performing players last week: 4. Brandon Robinson (196-SG-1989) of Quimsa - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Eric Anderson (204-F/C-1993) of Quimsa - 10 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Georginho de Paula (197-PG-1996) of Sesi Franca - 8 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists 7. Lucas Silva (208-C-1995) of Sesi Franca - 17 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 8. David Jackson (190-G-1982) of Sesi Franca - 21 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Tu Holloway (183-PG-1989) of Real Esteli - 20 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Rafael Hettsheimeir (210-C-1986) of Flamengo - 14 points and 8 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in Top Division I. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most important game in the last round took place in Antwerp between third ranked Giants B (6-6) and sixth ranked Lommel (5-6) on Saturday night. Giants B was defeated by Lommel in a tough game at home 62-67. It was a good game for Matts De Keuster (198-1999) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds. Bram Schelkens (182-1998) contributed with 19 points and 5 assists for the winners. Seppe Willems (202-1999) replied with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds for Giants B. Lommel moved-up to fourth place. Newly promoted Giants B keeps the third position with six games lost. They share it with Ieper. Lommel are looking forward to face league's leader Guco Lier on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Giants B will play against the league's second-placed Melsele and it may be a tough game between close rivals. An interesting game for LDP Donza (11-2) which hosted in De Pinte 4th ranked Ieper (6-6). First ranked LDP Donza had an easy win 91-71. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Simon Gesquiere (186-1996) who helped to win the game recording 11 points and 7 assists and Rik Van den Berghe who added 17 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. The best for the losing side was guard Kjell Devacht (186-1991) with 13 points and 5 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. LDP Donza maintains first position with 11-2 record. Ieper at the other side dropped to the third place with six games lost. They share the position with Giants B. LDP Donza will play against Waregem (#6) at home in the next round where they are favorite. Ieper will play against Royal Brussels and it may be a tough game between close rivals. An interesting game was also a 16-point surprising home defeat of 4th ranked Kontich (#4) in a game versus Limburg B (#8) 87-71. The winners were led by Matthias Bovy who scored that evening 27 points. Limburg B's coach Niels Marnegrave used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 14 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals by Anthony Chada did not help to save the game for Kontich. Limburg B (3-8) moved-up to seventh place. Loser Kontich dropped to the fifth position with seven games lost. They share it with Gembo BBC and Neufchateau. Limburg B will meet at home Oxaco (#8) in the next round. Kontich will play against Gembo BBC and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no big surprises in other games of round 12: Spirou B was smashed by Waregem on the road 102-49. Oxaco lost to Guco Lier on its own court 73-83. Melsele managed to outperform Gembo BBC in a road game 80-68. Neufchateau recorded a loss to Kortrijk at home 91-96. The most impressive performance of 12th round was 28 points and 10 rebounds by Hugo Deneve of Neufchateau. Giants B - Lommel 62-67 The most important game in the last round took place in Antwerp between third ranked Giants B (6-6) and sixth ranked Lommel (5-6) on Saturday night. Giants B was defeated by Lommel in a tough game at home 62-67. It was a good game for Matts De Keuster (198-1999) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds. Bram Schelkens (182-1998) contributed with 19 points and 5 assists for the winners. Seppe Willems (202-1999) replied with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and forward Abel Baptista (195-1996) added 11 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Giants B. Lommel moved-up to fourth place. Newly promoted Giants B keeps the third position with six games lost. They share it with Ieper. Lommel are looking forward to face league's leader Guco Lier on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Giants B will play against the league's second-placed Melsele and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Giants B: W.Seppe 16+10reb+1ast, A.Baptista 11+8reb, L.Coppens 8+7reb, V.Cleemput Vince 8+5reb+1ast, A.Caspar 7+2reb+2ast, M.Noah 5+2reb+2ast Lommel: B.Schelkens 19+2reb+5ast, D.Keuster Matts 15+11reb+3ast, B.Jules 9+3reb+2ast, T.Ackermans 8+5reb, T.Wesenbeek 8+7reb+1ast, J.Wout 4+1reb Waregem - Spirou B 102-49 No shocking result in a game when sixth ranked Waregem (4-7) crushed at home 8th ranked Spirou B (1-11) 102-49 on Saturday. Waregem forced 31 Spirou B turnovers and outrebounded them 33-22 including 23 on the defensive glass. It was a great shooting night for Waregem especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.4 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Spirou B's players. The winners were led by center Lucien Sissoko (200) who scored that evening 24 points and 6 rebounds and American JNathan Bullock (195-1987, college: CSU) supported him with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Four Waregem players scored in double figures. Even 12 points by French power forward Craig Adzeh (206-2003) did not help to save the game for Spirou B. Felix Menth added 8 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Waregem maintains sixth position with 4-7 record. Loser Spirou B dropped to the seventh place with 11 games lost. They share the position with Merelbeke Hawks. Waregem will meet league's leader LDP Donza in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Spirou B will play against Neufchateau (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Spirou B: A.Craig 12+3reb+1ast, M.Felix 8+1reb, L.Maxim 6+1reb+1ast, Z.Lukijan 5+1reb, H.Milo 5+2reb, L.Guidice Matteo 3+2reb Waregem: L.Sissoko 24+6reb+2ast, J.Bullock 21+6reb+4ast, A.Van Vooren 15+7reb+1ast, M.Verspeeten 12+5reb+3ast, G.Noah 8+1ast, D.Jasper 7+1reb+2ast Oxaco - Guco Lier 73-83 Very expected game when 7th ranked Oxaco (3-9) lost to first ranked Guco Lier (10-2) in Boechout 73-83 on Saturday. Guco Lier forced 22 Oxaco turnovers and had a 17-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. The winners were led by center Godwin Tshimanga (202-2001) who scored that evening 18 points and 6 rebounds and Simon Van den Bogaert (188-1992) supported him with 19 points. Even 20 points and 9 rebounds by center Cedric Blanchart (196-1998) did not help to save the game for Oxaco. Swingman Sam Van Hoey (190-1991) added 14 points and 4 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Guco Lier maintains first position with 10-2 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Oxaco dropped to the eighth place with nine games lost. Guco Lier will meet at home Lommel (#4) in the next round. Oxaco will play against Limburg B (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Oxaco: C.Blanchart 20+9reb, S.Van Hoey 14+4reb+4ast, B.Joppe 10+1reb+5ast, V.De Broek Bert 9+6reb, V.Den Hemel Laurens 6+1reb+1ast, S.Mateo 5+3reb Guco Lier: S.Van den Bogaert 19+1reb+1ast, G.Tshimanga 18+6reb+1ast, M.Joppe 10+5reb+1ast, N.Xhaet 9+2reb+1ast, V.Buggenhout Jo 8+5reb+5ast, B.Maxime 7+12reb+1ast Gembo BBC - Melsele 68-80 Rather predictable result when second ranked Melsele (10-2) won against 6th ranked Gembo BBC (5-7) in Borgerhout 80-68 on Saturday. The winners were led by Bastiaan Van Den Eynde (186-2000) who scored that evening 26 points and forward Mitchel Gorremans (191-1985) supported him with 11 points and 6 rebounds. Even a double-double of 12 points and 10 rebounds by Cameroonian center Jean-Patrick Nyamsi (198-1993) did not help to save the game for Gembo BBC. Guard Niels Foerts (185-1997) added 12 points and 4 assists. Four Gembo BBC players scored in double figures. Gembo BBC's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Melsele have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Gembo BBC dropped to the fifth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Neufchateau and Kontich. Melsele will meet at home Giants B (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Gembo BBC will play against Kontich and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Gembo BBC: K.Van Den Langenbergh 15+3reb, J.Nyamsi 12+10reb+2ast, N.Foerts 12+3reb+4ast, A.Goetgeluck 11+4reb+4ast, A.Mollekens 8+5reb, A.Marien 7+3reb Melsele: B.Van Den Eynde 26+3reb+3ast, G.Hockins 12+3ast, M.Gorremans 11+6reb+2ast, P.Peeters 9+5reb+2ast, V.Vanden Berghe 8+5reb+2ast, V.Sande Bryan 8+1reb+1ast LDP Donza - Ieper 91-71 An interesting game for LDP Donza (11-2) which hosted in De Pinte 4th ranked Ieper (6-6). First ranked LDP Donza had an easy win 91-71. LDP Donza players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Ieper's players. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Simon Gesquiere (186-1996) who helped to win the game recording 11 points and 7 assists and center Rik Van den Berghe (206-1993) who added 17 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. Four LDP Donza players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was guard Kjell Devacht (186-1991) with 13 points and 5 assists and Thomas Mertens (190-1993) scored 11 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. LDP Donza maintains first position with 11-2 record. Ieper at the other side dropped to the third place with six games lost. They share the position with Giants B. LDP Donza will play against Waregem (#6) at home in the next round where they are favorite. Ieper will play against Royal Brussels and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Ieper: K.Devacht 13+3reb+5ast, R.Spaens 12+4reb+2ast, T.Mertens 11+7reb+1ast, V.Shevchuk 10+1reb, A.D'Herck 6+5reb+2ast, S.Nikolov 6+6reb LDP Donza: R.Van den Berghe 17+5reb, S.Van Caeneghem 14+7reb, S.Geukens 11+3reb+7ast, S.Gesquiere 11+4reb+7ast, C.Dedecker 10+1reb+1ast, d.Bruyne Simon 9+2reb+1ast Kontich - Limburg B 71-87 An interesting game was also a 16-point surprising home defeat of 4th ranked Kontich (#4) in a game versus Limburg B (#8) 87-71. Limburg B forced 27 Kontich turnovers. The winners were led by guard Matthias Bovy (185-1999) who scored that evening 27 points and forward Wout Leemans (192-2001) supported him with 10 points and 9 rebounds. Four Limburg B players scored in double figures. Limburg B's coach Niels Marnegrave used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 14 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals by naturalized French Anthony Chada (196-1989) did not help to save the game for Kontich. Lander Kuijt (192-1998) added 20 points. Limburg B (3-8) moved-up to seventh place. Loser Kontich dropped to the fifth position with seven games lost. They share it with Gembo BBC and Neufchateau. Limburg B will meet at home Oxaco (#8) in the next round. Kontich will play against Gembo BBC and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Kontich: L.Kuijt 20+2reb+2ast, A.Chada 14+8reb+5ast, V.Benoy 12+4reb+1ast, K.Willem 9+3reb+1ast, A.Rojas Palma 5+2reb+2ast, G.De Pooter 5+7reb+5ast Limburg B: B.Matthias 27+3reb+1ast, S.Jamal 14+3reb+3ast, V.Den Bergh Maury 14+4reb+1ast, L.Wout 10+9reb+2ast, B.Siebe 6+3reb+3ast, H.Frits 4+2reb+2ast Neufchateau - Kortrijk 91-96 Not a big story in a game when 5th ranked Neufchateau (5-7) lost at home to second ranked Kortrijk (10-2) 96-91 on Sunday. Kortrijk forced 20 Neufchateau turnovers. The winners were led by Croatian-American guard Nikolas Tomsick (183-1991, college: Fort Lewis) who scored that evening 36 points (!!!) and point guard Sean Pouedet (188-2003) supported him with 15 points and 7 rebounds. Four Kortrijk players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 28 points and 10 rebounds by forward Hugo Deneve (197-1999) did not help to save the game for Neufchateau. Maxence Dekeyser (187-1992) added 16 points and 4 assists. Neufchateau's coach Marc Hawley rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Kortrijk have an impressive five-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Newly promoted Neufchateau keeps the fifth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Gembo BBC and Kontich. Kortrijk will meet Merelbeke Hawks (#7) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Neufchateau will play against Spirou B in Charleroi and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Neufchateau: H.Deneve 28+10reb+3ast, M.Dekeyser 16+4reb+4ast, N.Sturam 12+2reb+6ast, S.Hissette 9+4reb+1ast, B.Mathis 6+5reb+1ast, G.Pierre 6+1reb+2ast Kortrijk: N.Tomsick 36+3reb, P.Sean 15+7reb+3ast, N.De Ridder 15+7reb+1ast, Y.Brussen 12+4reb+1ast, R.Naudts 7+4reb, D.Koljanin 6+2ast |
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He had the game-high 24 points adding six rebounds and two assists for Waregem in his team's victory, helping them to outclass Spirou B (#8, 1-11) with 53-point margin 102-49. Waregem maintains the 6th position in their group in Belgian Top Division I. Waregem is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 4-7 record. Sissoko has many years of experience at Waregem, through which he has constantly improved. Lucien Sissoko averages this season 11.3ppg and 6.7rpg. Second best performed player last round was J'Nathan Bullock (195-PF-1987). He is American forward in his 4th season at Waregem. In the last game Bullock recorded impressive 21 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Of course together with Sissoko he helped Waregem with another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Spirou B (#8, 1-11) 102-49. Waregem's 6th position in Group B has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 4-7 record. Bullock is one of the most experienced players at Waregem and similarly like Lucien Sissoko has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to forward Hugo Deneve (197-F-1999) of Neufchateau (#5). Deneve scored 28 points and grabbed ten rebounds. Despite Deneve's great performance Neufchateau lost 91-96 to the higher-ranked Kortrijk (#2, 10-2). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. Deneve has a very solid season. In 12 games in Belgium he scored 16.0ppg. He also has 6.9rpg, FGP: 55.3% and 3PT: 41.9%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Anthony Chada (196-SF-1989) of Kontich - 14 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Godwin Tshimanga (202-C-2001) of Guco Lier - 18 points and 6 rebounds 6. Matts De Keuster (198-PF-1999) of Lommel - 15 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Nikolas Tomsick (183-G-1991) of Kortrijk - 36 points and 3 rebounds 8. Bastiaan Van Den Eynde (186-SG-2000) of Melsele - 26 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Matthias Bovy (185-G-1999) of Limburg B - 27 points and 3 rebounds 10. Maxime Bilolo (202-C-2004) of Guco Lier - 7 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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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 interesting game of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Holland. Leader Den Bosch won against host Den Helder (4-10) 79-62. They outrebounded Den Helder 42-31 including a 34-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for Norwegian forward Chris-Ebou Ndow (201-1993, college: NW Missouri St.) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 9 rebounds. American forward Donte Thomas (201-1996, college: Bradley) helped adding 15 points and 8 rebounds. The best for the losing side was British-Dutch guard Sam Van Oostrum (196-1998, college: FPU) with 17 points and 8 rebounds. Undefeated Den Bosch (12-0) have an impressive series of twelve victories in a row. Defending Dutch champion maintains first place with a perfect record of 12 victories in a row. Den Helder lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with ten games lost. Den Bosch are looking forward to face BAL Weert (#9) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Den Helder will play against Leeuwarden and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series. One of the most interesting games of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Holland. The game took place in Rotterdam where seventh ranked Feyenoord won against visiting Leeuwarden (10-5) 87-70. It was an exceptional evening for power forward Jeroen van der List (213-1989, college: Indian Hills, agency: BIG) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds. Shavar Reynolds Jr accounted for 19 points and 9 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Canadian guard Keevan Veinot (193, college: Dalhousie) came up with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for Leeuwarden in the defeat. Feyenoord maintains seventh place with 6-6 record. Leeuwarden at the other side keeps the third position with five games lost. Feyenoord will play against league's second-placed ZZ Leiden at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Leeuwarden will play against Den Helder and hopes to get back on the winning track. One of the most interesting games of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Belgium. Second ranked Oostende won against host Leuven Bears (6-7) 79-75. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Leuven Bears. The best player for the winners was Breein Tyree who scored 24 points. Oostende's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was KeVaughn Allen who recorded 20 points. Defending Belgian champion maintains second place with 9-4 record having just two points less than leader Charleroi, which they share with Antwerp. Loser Leuven Bears keep the sixth position with seven games lost. Oostende will meet at home Circus Brussels (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Leuven Bears will play against Limburg United (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 15: Belfius Mons won against Liege on the opponent's court 95-86. Mechelen unfortunately lost to Aalst in a home game 90-98. Antwerp rolled over Brussels on the road 93-67. Charleroi defeated Limburg on its own court 80-75. Zwolle smashed Yoast Utd. in a road game 108-81. BAL Weert was destroyed by Groningen at home 52-78. Belfius Mons unfortunately lost to Antwerp on the opponent's court 62-79. The most impressive stats of the last round was 11 points by Igor Mintogo of Belfius Mons. Den Helder - Den Bosch 62-79 The most interesting game of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Holland. Leader Den Bosch won against host Den Helder (4-10) 79-62. They outrebounded Den Helder 42-31 including a 34-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for Norwegian forward Chris-Ebou Ndow (201-1993, college: NW Missouri St.) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 9 rebounds. American forward Donte Thomas (201-1996, college: Bradley) helped adding 15 points and 8 rebounds. Four Den Bosch players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was British-Dutch guard Sam Van Oostrum (196-1998, college: FPU) with 17 points and 8 rebounds and guard Nino Gorissen (175-1997) scored 11 points and 6 assists. Den Bosch (12-0) have an impressive series of twelve victories in a row. Defending Dutch champion maintains first place with a perfect record of 12 victories in a row. Den Helder lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with ten games lost. Den Bosch are looking forward to face BAL Weert (#9) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Den Helder will play against Leeuwarden and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series. Top scorers: Den Bosch: C.Ndow 18+9reb+2ast, D.Thomas 15+8reb+1ast, K.Helfrich 12+6reb+2ast, J.Kok 10+5reb+3ast, K.Webster 8+6reb+2ast, T.van der Mars 6+4reb+2ast Den Helder: S.Van Oostrum 17+8reb+2ast, J.Biss 14+4reb, N.Gorissen 11+3reb+6ast, K.Troy 7+1reb, N.Thran 5+1reb+1ast, D.Halman 4+5reb+1ast Feyenoord - Leeuwarden 87-70 One of the most interesting games of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Holland. The game took place in Rotterdam where seventh ranked Feyenoord won against visiting Leeuwarden (10-5) 87-70. They outrebounded Leeuwarden 36-24 including a 33-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Feyenoord especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 64.7 percentage. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. They brought some defensive toughness making 9 blocks. It was an exceptional evening for power forward Jeroen van der List (213-1989, college: Indian Hills, agency: BIG) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds. American guard Shavar Reynolds Jr (188-1998, college: Monmouth, agency: Haylett Sports) accounted for 19 points and 9 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winning side. Canadian guard Keevan Veinot (193, college: Dalhousie) came up with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Australian forward Tom Kubank (201-1995, college: Mary) added 16 points respectively for Leeuwarden in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Feyenoord maintains seventh place with 6-6 record. Leeuwarden at the other side keeps the third position with five games lost. Feyenoord will play against league's second-placed ZZ Leiden at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Leeuwarden will play against Den Helder and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Feyenoord: T.Diggs 21+7reb+3ast, J.van der List 19+11reb+3ast, S.Reynolds Jr. 19+4reb+9ast, S.Beckton Jr. 14+5reb, D.Vreede Ivo 7+1reb+1ast, T.Bieshaar 4+6reb+1ast Leeuwarden: K.Veinot 20+6reb+4ast, T.Kubank 16+3reb+1ast, B.Reinder 12+5reb+1ast, K.Warner 10+1reb+1ast, D.Jurrian 4+3reb, K.Palsson 3+1reb+5ast Leuven - Oostende 75-79 One of the most interesting games of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Belgium. Second ranked Oostende won against host Leuven Bears (6-7) 79-75. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Leuven Bears. The best player for the winners was American point guard Breein Tyree (188-1998, college: Ole Miss) who scored 24 points. Forward Vrenz Bleijenbergh (208-2000) chipped in 8 points and 10 rebounds. Oostende's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard KeVaughn Allen (188-1995, college: Florida) who recorded 20 points and the other American import guard Brevin Pritzl (191-1996, college: Wisconsin) added 22 points respectively. Defending Belgian champion maintains second place with 9-4 record having just two points less than leader Charleroi, which they share with Antwerp. Loser Leuven Bears keep the sixth position with seven games lost. Oostende will meet at home Circus Brussels (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Leuven Bears will play against Limburg United (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Oostende: B.Tyree 24+3reb+3ast, P.Gillet 11+2reb+1ast, H.Bratanovic 8+7reb, A.Barcello 8+3reb+2ast, V.Bleijenbergh 8+10reb+3ast, T.Thurman 7+2reb Leuven: B.Pritzl 22+2reb+1ast, K.Allen 20+4reb+3ast, N.McGlynn 13+2reb+1ast, T.Vanderhaegen 7+3reb+1ast, J.Fulkerson 5+8reb+2ast, M.Kherrazi 5+7reb+1ast Liege - Belfius Mons 86-95 Rather expected game when 9th ranked Liege Basket (4-9) was defeated at home by seventh ranked Belfius Mons-Hainaut (6-8) 95-86 on Sunday. Belfius Mons-Hainaut made 29-of-34 free shots (85.3 percent) during the game, while Liege Basket only scored ten points from the stripe. The best player for the winners was American point guard Charlie Moore (180-1998, college: Miami, FL) who scored 27 points (went 11 for 11 at the free throw line !!!). His fellow American import guard Keith Braxton (196-1997, college: SFU) chipped in 13 points and 8 rebounds. Five Belfius Mons-Hainaut players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Puerto Rican point guard Angel Rodriguez (180-1992, college: Miami, FL) who recorded 24 points and 5 steals and Slovenian forward Nik Dragan (203-2000) added 14 points (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) respectively. Liege Basket's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Belfius Mons-Hainaut maintains seventh place with 6-8 record. Loser Liege Basket keeps the ninth position with nine games lost. Belfius Mons-Hainaut will meet at home higher ranked Kangoeroes (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Liege Basket will play against the league's second-placed Antwerp Giants (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Belfius Mons: C.Moore 27+4reb+3ast, K.Braxton 13+8reb+1ast, J.Zubac 11+2reb+2ast, Z.Mortant 11+3reb+1ast, M.Igor 10+1reb, A.Gavrilovic 10+4reb Liege: A.Rodriguez 24+3reb+3ast, N.Dragan 14+2reb+3ast, J.Hagins 11+4reb+1ast, M.Depuydt 8+1reb+1ast, N.Moussa 8+3reb, B.Bogaerts 7+3reb Mechelen - Aalst 90-98 There was a surprise result in Mechelen where eighth ranked Okapi Aalst (6-9) defeated 3rd placed Kangoeroes (8-5) 98-90 on Sunday. Okapi Aalst made 23-of-29 free shots (79.3 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was Serbian Nikola Popovic (211-1997, college: Boston Coll.) who scored 28 points and 7 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). American point guard Jordan Walker (186-1997, college: Morehead St.) chipped in 22 points. Five Okapi Aalst players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Brian Fobbs (196-1998, college: Towson) who recorded 33 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!) and center Mattias Palinckx (202-1997) added 15 points (perfect from the field making all six shots) respectively. Kangoeroes' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Okapi Aalst maintains eighth place with 6-9 record. Loser Kangoeroes dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Okapi Aalst will meet at home league's leader Spirou Charleroi in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kangoeroes will play against Belfius Mons-Hainaut in Jemappes and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Aalst: N.Popovic 28+7reb+2ast, J.Walker 22+1reb+1ast, I.Maras 14+9reb, L.Siebe 10+1reb+2ast, M.Nzege 10+4reb, S.Steff 10+3reb+1ast Mechelen: B.Fobbs 33+5reb+2ast, M.Palinckx 15+3reb+1ast, J.Foerts 9+4reb, W.Boss Mukubu 9+5reb+5ast, D.Loubry 7+3reb+8ast, L.Thomas 5+1ast Brussels - Antwerp 67-93 Not a big story in a game when 10th ranked Circus Brussels (2-12) were rolled over at home by third ranked Antwerp Giants (9-4) 93-67 on Sunday. Antwerp Giants dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Circus Brussels' 28. Antwerp Giants looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Thijs De Ridder (203-2003) who scored 21 points and 8 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). American point guard Brandon Anderson (185-1997, college: Brown) chipped in 17 points and 6 assists. Four Antwerp Giants players scored in double figures. Antwerp Giants' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American Daniel Laster (199-1996, college: Gardner-Webb) who recorded a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and German Ferdinand Zylka (191-1998) added 15 points and 4 assists respectively. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Antwerp Giants. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Oostende. Circus Brussels lost their third game in a row. Loser Circus Brussels keep the tenth position with 12 games lost. Antwerp Giants will meet at home Liege Basket (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Circus Brussels will play against Oostende and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Antwerp: D.Ridder Thijs 21+8reb, B.Anderson 17+2reb+6ast, D.Bradford 15+2ast, R.Upshaw Jr. 12+6reb+3ast, R.Rogiers 6+6reb, J.Mwema 6+1reb+3ast Brussels: F.Zylka 15+4reb+4ast, D.Laster 14+11reb, L.Hazard 10+2reb+6ast, S.Llorente 9+2reb+2ast, T.Elijah 7+1reb, J.Ekamba-Ey'Oombe 5+1reb Charleroi - Limburg 80-75 Everything went according to plan when first ranked Spirou Charleroi (10-4) beat at home 4th placed Limburg United (8-6) 80-75 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was Slovenian Bine Prepelic (200-2001) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds. Puerto Rican-Panamanian point guard Jhivvan Jackson (183-1998, college: UTSA) chipped in 19 points. At the other side the best for losing team was center Toon Ceyssens (205-1997) who recorded 12 points and 8 rebounds and Maxime De Zeeuw (206-1987) added 12 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Spirou Charleroi. They maintain first place with 10-4 record. Loser Limburg United keeps the fourth position with six games lost. They share it with Yoast Utd.. Spirou Charleroi will meet Okapi Aalst (#8) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Limburg United will play against Leuven Bears (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Charleroi: J.Jackson 19+4reb+3ast, B.Prepelic 18+12reb+2ast, A.Libert 10+2reb+1ast, K.Nathan 9+6reb+4ast, M.Samardzic 9+3ast, O.Osaghae 6+5reb+1ast Limburg: Y.Desiron 15+4reb, M.De Zeeuw 12+6reb+2ast, T.Ceyssens 12+8reb+1ast, A.Stein 9+4reb, M.Cale 8+4reb+1ast, C.Hammonds 8+4reb+7ast Yoast Utd. - Zwolle 81-108 There was a minor upset in Bemmel where 4th placed Yoast Utd. (8-6) was outplayed by sixth ranked Zwolle (7-6) 108-81 on Sunday. Zwolle shot the lights out from three sinking 17 long-distance shots on high 60.7 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Yoast Utd.'s players. The best player for the winners was Puerto Rican power forward Arnaldo Toro (203-1997, college: St.John's) who scored 27 points and 6 rebounds. Croatian-American forward Duje Dukan (208-1991, college: Wisconsin) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds. Five Zwolle players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Mike Schilder (185-1994) who recorded 27 points and 5 assists and Cuban-Belgian point guard Sigfredo Casero-Ortiz (185-1997) added 17 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. Zwolle maintains sixth place with 7-6 record. Loser Yoast Utd. keeps the fourth position with six games lost. They share it with Limburg. Zwolle will meet Amsterdam (#10) on the road in the next round. Yoast Utd. will play against Groningen (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Zwolle: A.Toro 27+6reb+1ast, D.Dukan 19+12reb+2ast, C.Stolk 18+5reb+3ast, F.Terins 12+2reb+7ast, B.Van Der Vuurst 11+6reb+5ast, R.Van Overbeek 10+2reb+5ast Yoast Utd.: M.Schilder 27+2reb+5ast, S.Casero-Ortiz 17+1reb+2ast, F.Lacis 9+6reb, V.Cole 8+5reb+1ast, S.Levi 8+9reb+2ast, W.Nossek 6+2reb+2ast BAL Weert - Groningen 52-78 No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Groningen (8-7) outleveled on the road 9th ranked BAL Weert (3-12) 78-52 on Sunday. Groningen dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to BAL Weert's 32. Groningen forced 20 BAL Weert turnovers. The best player for the winners was American forward Clay Mounce (201-1998, college: Furman) who scored 14 points and 6 rebounds. His fellow American import guard Vernon Taylor (191-1987, college: Troy) chipped in 15 points. At the other side the best for losing team was German Neil Masnic (200-2000) who recorded 14 points and 6 rebounds and Belgian Noe Botuli (191-2000) 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 fourth consecutive win for Groningen. They maintain fifth place with 8-7 record. Loser BAL Weert keeps the ninth position with 12 games lost. Groningen will meet at home higher ranked Yoast Utd. (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. BAL Weert will play against the league's leader Den Bosch (#1) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Groningen: V.Taylor 15+2reb+2ast, C.Mounce 14+6reb, R.Zakis 12+5reb+2ast, S.Hollanders 9+2reb, V.Gaddefors 7+3reb+2ast, W.Brandwijk 6+10reb+1ast BAL Weert: N.Masnic 14+6reb, N.Botuli 14+4reb+1ast, M.Wilson 7+5reb+2ast, W.Miller 7+6reb, B.Oshean 6+1reb+1ast, S.Armin 4+1reb Antwerp - Belfius Mons 79-62 Very expected game when 7th ranked Belfius Mons-Hainaut (6-8) was defeated on the road by third ranked Antwerp Giants (9-4) 79-62 on Tuesday. Antwerp Giants looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was American swingman Spencer Butterfield (191-1992, college: Utah St.) who scored 15 points and 5 rebounds. His fellow American import point guard Brandon Anderson (185-1997, college: Brown) chipped in 15 points and 4 assists. Antwerp Giants' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Charlie Moore (180-1998, college: Miami, FL) who recorded 11 points and 6 assists and Serbian-Bosnian forward Adin Vrabac (205-1994, agency: PEPI SPORT) added 15 points respectively. Four Belfius Mons-Hainaut players scored in double figures. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Antwerp Giants. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Oostende. Loser Belfius Mons-Hainaut keeps the seventh position with eight games lost. Antwerp Giants will meet at home Liege Basket (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Belfius Mons-Hainaut will play against Kangoeroes and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Antwerp: B.Anderson 15+2reb+4ast, S.Butterfield 15+5reb+3ast, I.Marinkovic 10+6reb+1ast, R.Rogiers 10, D.Ridder Thijs 9+5reb, D.Bradford 7+3reb+7ast Belfius Mons: A.Vrabac 15+1reb+2ast, J.Zubac 13+3reb, M.Igor 11+4reb+2ast, C.Moore 11+2reb+6ast, A.Gavrilovic 5+4reb, K.Braxton 4+6reb+1ast |
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The teams have now bigger motivation at this stage of Regular Season. Every game can be crucial and decide about teams' position at the end of Regular Season. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most interesting game of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Holland. Leader Den Bosch won against host Den Helder (4-10) 79-62. They outrebounded Den Helder 42-31 including a 34-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for Norwegian forward Chris-Ebou Ndow (201-1993, college: NW Missouri St.) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 9 rebounds. American forward Donte Thomas (201-1996, college: Bradley) helped adding 15 points and 8 rebounds. The best for the losing side was British-Dutch guard Sam Van Oostrum (196-1998, college: FPU) with 17 points and 8 rebounds. Undefeated Den Bosch (12-0) have an impressive series of twelve victories in a row. Defending Dutch champion maintains first place with a perfect record of 12 victories in a row. Den Helder lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with ten games lost. Den Bosch are looking forward to face BAL Weert (#9) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Den Helder will play against Leeuwarden and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series. One of the most interesting games of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Holland. The game took place in Rotterdam where seventh ranked Feyenoord won against visiting Leeuwarden (10-5) 87-70. It was an exceptional evening for power forward Jeroen van der List (213-1989, college: Indian Hills, agency: BIG) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds. Shavar Reynolds Jr accounted for 19 points and 9 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Canadian guard Keevan Veinot (193, college: Dalhousie) came up with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for Leeuwarden in the defeat. Feyenoord maintains seventh place with 6-6 record. Leeuwarden at the other side keeps the third position with five games lost. Feyenoord will play against league's second-placed ZZ Leiden at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Leeuwarden will play against Den Helder and hopes to get back on the winning track. One of the most interesting games of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Belgium. Second ranked Oostende won against host Leuven Bears (6-7) 79-75. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Leuven Bears. The best player for the winners was Breein Tyree who scored 24 points. Oostende's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was KeVaughn Allen who recorded 20 points. Defending Belgian champion maintains second place with 9-4 record having just two points less than leader Charleroi, which they share with Antwerp. Loser Leuven Bears keep the sixth position with seven games lost. Oostende will meet at home Circus Brussels (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Leuven Bears will play against Limburg United (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 15: Belfius Mons won against Liege on the opponent's court 95-86. Mechelen unfortunately lost to Aalst in a home game 90-98. Antwerp rolled over Brussels on the road 93-67. Charleroi defeated Limburg on its own court 80-75. Zwolle smashed Yoast Utd. in a road game 108-81. BAL Weert was destroyed by Groningen at home 52-78. Belfius Mons unfortunately lost to Antwerp on the opponent's court 62-79. The most impressive stats of the last round was 11 points by Igor Mintogo of Belfius Mons. Den Helder - Den Bosch 62-79 The most interesting game of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Holland. Leader Den Bosch won against host Den Helder (4-10) 79-62. They outrebounded Den Helder 42-31 including a 34-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for Norwegian forward Chris-Ebou Ndow (201-1993, college: NW Missouri St.) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 9 rebounds. American forward Donte Thomas (201-1996, college: Bradley) helped adding 15 points and 8 rebounds. Four Den Bosch players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was British-Dutch guard Sam Van Oostrum (196-1998, college: FPU) with 17 points and 8 rebounds and guard Nino Gorissen (175-1997) scored 11 points and 6 assists. Den Bosch (12-0) have an impressive series of twelve victories in a row. Defending Dutch champion maintains first place with a perfect record of 12 victories in a row. Den Helder lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with ten games lost. Den Bosch are looking forward to face BAL Weert (#9) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Den Helder will play against Leeuwarden and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series. Top scorers: Den Bosch: C.Ndow 18+9reb+2ast, D.Thomas 15+8reb+1ast, K.Helfrich 12+6reb+2ast, J.Kok 10+5reb+3ast, K.Webster 8+6reb+2ast, T.van der Mars 6+4reb+2ast Den Helder: S.Van Oostrum 17+8reb+2ast, J.Biss 14+4reb, N.Gorissen 11+3reb+6ast, K.Troy 7+1reb, N.Thran 5+1reb+1ast, D.Halman 4+5reb+1ast Feyenoord - Leeuwarden 87-70 One of the most interesting games of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Holland. The game took place in Rotterdam where seventh ranked Feyenoord won against visiting Leeuwarden (10-5) 87-70. They outrebounded Leeuwarden 36-24 including a 33-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Feyenoord especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 64.7 percentage. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. They brought some defensive toughness making 9 blocks. It was an exceptional evening for power forward Jeroen van der List (213-1989, college: Indian Hills, agency: BIG) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds. American guard Shavar Reynolds Jr (188-1998, college: Monmouth, agency: Haylett Sports) accounted for 19 points and 9 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winning side. Canadian guard Keevan Veinot (193, college: Dalhousie) came up with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Australian forward Tom Kubank (201-1995, college: Mary) added 16 points respectively for Leeuwarden in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Feyenoord maintains seventh place with 6-6 record. Leeuwarden at the other side keeps the third position with five games lost. Feyenoord will play against league's second-placed ZZ Leiden at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Leeuwarden will play against Den Helder and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Feyenoord: T.Diggs 21+7reb+3ast, J.van der List 19+11reb+3ast, S.Reynolds Jr. 19+4reb+9ast, S.Beckton Jr. 14+5reb, D.Vreede Ivo 7+1reb+1ast, T.Bieshaar 4+6reb+1ast Leeuwarden: K.Veinot 20+6reb+4ast, T.Kubank 16+3reb+1ast, B.Reinder 12+5reb+1ast, K.Warner 10+1reb+1ast, D.Jurrian 4+3reb, K.Palsson 3+1reb+5ast Leuven - Oostende 75-79 One of the most interesting games of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Belgium. Second ranked Oostende won against host Leuven Bears (6-7) 79-75. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Leuven Bears. The best player for the winners was American point guard Breein Tyree (188-1998, college: Ole Miss) who scored 24 points. Forward Vrenz Bleijenbergh (208-2000) chipped in 8 points and 10 rebounds. Oostende's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard KeVaughn Allen (188-1995, college: Florida) who recorded 20 points and the other American import guard Brevin Pritzl (191-1996, college: Wisconsin) added 22 points respectively. Defending Belgian champion maintains second place with 9-4 record having just two points less than leader Charleroi, which they share with Antwerp. Loser Leuven Bears keep the sixth position with seven games lost. Oostende will meet at home Circus Brussels (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Leuven Bears will play against Limburg United (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Oostende: B.Tyree 24+3reb+3ast, P.Gillet 11+2reb+1ast, H.Bratanovic 8+7reb, A.Barcello 8+3reb+2ast, V.Bleijenbergh 8+10reb+3ast, T.Thurman 7+2reb Leuven: B.Pritzl 22+2reb+1ast, K.Allen 20+4reb+3ast, N.McGlynn 13+2reb+1ast, T.Vanderhaegen 7+3reb+1ast, J.Fulkerson 5+8reb+2ast, M.Kherrazi 5+7reb+1ast Liege - Belfius Mons 86-95 Rather expected game when 9th ranked Liege Basket (4-9) was defeated at home by seventh ranked Belfius Mons-Hainaut (6-8) 95-86 on Sunday. Belfius Mons-Hainaut made 29-of-34 free shots (85.3 percent) during the game, while Liege Basket only scored ten points from the stripe. The best player for the winners was American point guard Charlie Moore (180-1998, college: Miami, FL) who scored 27 points (went 11 for 11 at the free throw line !!!). His fellow American import guard Keith Braxton (196-1997, college: SFU) chipped in 13 points and 8 rebounds. Five Belfius Mons-Hainaut players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Puerto Rican point guard Angel Rodriguez (180-1992, college: Miami, FL) who recorded 24 points and 5 steals and Slovenian forward Nik Dragan (203-2000) added 14 points (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) respectively. Liege Basket's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Belfius Mons-Hainaut maintains seventh place with 6-8 record. Loser Liege Basket keeps the ninth position with nine games lost. Belfius Mons-Hainaut will meet at home higher ranked Kangoeroes (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Liege Basket will play against the league's second-placed Antwerp Giants (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Belfius Mons: C.Moore 27+4reb+3ast, K.Braxton 13+8reb+1ast, J.Zubac 11+2reb+2ast, Z.Mortant 11+3reb+1ast, M.Igor 10+1reb, A.Gavrilovic 10+4reb Liege: A.Rodriguez 24+3reb+3ast, N.Dragan 14+2reb+3ast, J.Hagins 11+4reb+1ast, M.Depuydt 8+1reb+1ast, N.Moussa 8+3reb, B.Bogaerts 7+3reb Mechelen - Aalst 90-98 There was a surprise result in Mechelen where eighth ranked Okapi Aalst (6-9) defeated 3rd placed Kangoeroes (8-5) 98-90 on Sunday. Okapi Aalst made 23-of-29 free shots (79.3 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was Serbian Nikola Popovic (211-1997, college: Boston Coll.) who scored 28 points and 7 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). American point guard Jordan Walker (186-1997, college: Morehead St.) chipped in 22 points. Five Okapi Aalst players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Brian Fobbs (196-1998, college: Towson) who recorded 33 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!) and center Mattias Palinckx (202-1997) added 15 points (perfect from the field making all six shots) respectively. Kangoeroes' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Okapi Aalst maintains eighth place with 6-9 record. Loser Kangoeroes dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Okapi Aalst will meet at home league's leader Spirou Charleroi in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kangoeroes will play against Belfius Mons-Hainaut in Jemappes and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Aalst: N.Popovic 28+7reb+2ast, J.Walker 22+1reb+1ast, I.Maras 14+9reb, L.Siebe 10+1reb+2ast, M.Nzege 10+4reb, S.Steff 10+3reb+1ast Mechelen: B.Fobbs 33+5reb+2ast, M.Palinckx 15+3reb+1ast, J.Foerts 9+4reb, W.Boss Mukubu 9+5reb+5ast, D.Loubry 7+3reb+8ast, L.Thomas 5+1ast Brussels - Antwerp 67-93 Not a big story in a game when 10th ranked Circus Brussels (2-12) were rolled over at home by third ranked Antwerp Giants (9-4) 93-67 on Sunday. Antwerp Giants dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Circus Brussels' 28. Antwerp Giants looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Thijs De Ridder (203-2003) who scored 21 points and 8 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). American point guard Brandon Anderson (185-1997, college: Brown) chipped in 17 points and 6 assists. Four Antwerp Giants players scored in double figures. Antwerp Giants' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American Daniel Laster (199-1996, college: Gardner-Webb) who recorded a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and German Ferdinand Zylka (191-1998) added 15 points and 4 assists respectively. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Antwerp Giants. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Oostende. Circus Brussels lost their third game in a row. Loser Circus Brussels keep the tenth position with 12 games lost. Antwerp Giants will meet at home Liege Basket (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Circus Brussels will play against Oostende and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Antwerp: D.Ridder Thijs 21+8reb, B.Anderson 17+2reb+6ast, D.Bradford 15+2ast, R.Upshaw Jr. 12+6reb+3ast, R.Rogiers 6+6reb, J.Mwema 6+1reb+3ast Brussels: F.Zylka 15+4reb+4ast, D.Laster 14+11reb, L.Hazard 10+2reb+6ast, S.Llorente 9+2reb+2ast, T.Elijah 7+1reb, J.Ekamba-Ey'Oombe 5+1reb Charleroi - Limburg 80-75 Everything went according to plan when first ranked Spirou Charleroi (10-4) beat at home 4th placed Limburg United (8-6) 80-75 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was Slovenian Bine Prepelic (200-2001) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds. Puerto Rican-Panamanian point guard Jhivvan Jackson (183-1998, college: UTSA) chipped in 19 points. At the other side the best for losing team was center Toon Ceyssens (205-1997) who recorded 12 points and 8 rebounds and Maxime De Zeeuw (206-1987) added 12 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Spirou Charleroi. They maintain first place with 10-4 record. Loser Limburg United keeps the fourth position with six games lost. They share it with Yoast Utd.. Spirou Charleroi will meet Okapi Aalst (#8) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Limburg United will play against Leuven Bears (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Charleroi: J.Jackson 19+4reb+3ast, B.Prepelic 18+12reb+2ast, A.Libert 10+2reb+1ast, K.Nathan 9+6reb+4ast, M.Samardzic 9+3ast, O.Osaghae 6+5reb+1ast Limburg: Y.Desiron 15+4reb, M.De Zeeuw 12+6reb+2ast, T.Ceyssens 12+8reb+1ast, A.Stein 9+4reb, M.Cale 8+4reb+1ast, C.Hammonds 8+4reb+7ast Yoast Utd. - Zwolle 81-108 There was a minor upset in Bemmel where 4th placed Yoast Utd. (8-6) was outplayed by sixth ranked Zwolle (7-6) 108-81 on Sunday. Zwolle shot the lights out from three sinking 17 long-distance shots on high 60.7 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Yoast Utd.'s players. The best player for the winners was Puerto Rican power forward Arnaldo Toro (203-1997, college: St.John's) who scored 27 points and 6 rebounds. Croatian-American forward Duje Dukan (208-1991, college: Wisconsin) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds. Five Zwolle players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Mike Schilder (185-1994) who recorded 27 points and 5 assists and Cuban-Belgian point guard Sigfredo Casero-Ortiz (185-1997) added 17 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. Zwolle maintains sixth place with 7-6 record. Loser Yoast Utd. keeps the fourth position with six games lost. They share it with Limburg. Zwolle will meet Amsterdam (#10) on the road in the next round. Yoast Utd. will play against Groningen (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Zwolle: A.Toro 27+6reb+1ast, D.Dukan 19+12reb+2ast, C.Stolk 18+5reb+3ast, F.Terins 12+2reb+7ast, B.Van Der Vuurst 11+6reb+5ast, R.Van Overbeek 10+2reb+5ast Yoast Utd.: M.Schilder 27+2reb+5ast, S.Casero-Ortiz 17+1reb+2ast, F.Lacis 9+6reb, V.Cole 8+5reb+1ast, S.Levi 8+9reb+2ast, W.Nossek 6+2reb+2ast BAL Weert - Groningen 52-78 No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Groningen (8-7) outleveled on the road 9th ranked BAL Weert (3-12) 78-52 on Sunday. Groningen dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to BAL Weert's 32. Groningen forced 20 BAL Weert turnovers. The best player for the winners was American forward Clay Mounce (201-1998, college: Furman) who scored 14 points and 6 rebounds. His fellow American import guard Vernon Taylor (191-1987, college: Troy) chipped in 15 points. At the other side the best for losing team was German Neil Masnic (200-2000) who recorded 14 points and 6 rebounds and Belgian Noe Botuli (191-2000) 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 fourth consecutive win for Groningen. They maintain fifth place with 8-7 record. Loser BAL Weert keeps the ninth position with 12 games lost. Groningen will meet at home higher ranked Yoast Utd. (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. BAL Weert will play against the league's leader Den Bosch (#1) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Groningen: V.Taylor 15+2reb+2ast, C.Mounce 14+6reb, R.Zakis 12+5reb+2ast, S.Hollanders 9+2reb, V.Gaddefors 7+3reb+2ast, W.Brandwijk 6+10reb+1ast BAL Weert: N.Masnic 14+6reb, N.Botuli 14+4reb+1ast, M.Wilson 7+5reb+2ast, W.Miller 7+6reb, B.Oshean 6+1reb+1ast, S.Armin 4+1reb Antwerp - Belfius Mons 79-62 Very expected game when 7th ranked Belfius Mons-Hainaut (6-8) was defeated on the road by third ranked Antwerp Giants (9-4) 79-62 on Tuesday. Antwerp Giants looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was American swingman Spencer Butterfield (191-1992, college: Utah St.) who scored 15 points and 5 rebounds. His fellow American import point guard Brandon Anderson (185-1997, college: Brown) chipped in 15 points and 4 assists. Antwerp Giants' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Charlie Moore (180-1998, college: Miami, FL) who recorded 11 points and 6 assists and Serbian-Bosnian forward Adin Vrabac (205-1994, agency: PEPI SPORT) added 15 points respectively. Four Belfius Mons-Hainaut players scored in double figures. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Antwerp Giants. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Oostende. Loser Belfius Mons-Hainaut keeps the seventh position with eight games lost. Antwerp Giants will meet at home Liege Basket (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Belfius Mons-Hainaut will play against Kangoeroes and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Antwerp: B.Anderson 15+2reb+4ast, S.Butterfield 15+5reb+3ast, I.Marinkovic 10+6reb+1ast, R.Rogiers 10, D.Ridder Thijs 9+5reb, D.Bradford 7+3reb+7ast Belfius Mons: A.Vrabac 15+1reb+2ast, J.Zubac 13+3reb, M.Igor 11+4reb+2ast, C.Moore 11+2reb+6ast, A.Gavrilovic 5+4reb, K.Braxton 4+6reb+1ast |
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| Igokea signs coach Vladimir Jovanovic, ex Crvena Zvezda - by Harun Alispahic | |||
He was assistant coach in Serbian Senior National Team between 2020 and 2021 and coached also U20 National Team last year. Jovanovic has coached previously also in Croatia (Cibona). His team made it to the Radivoj Korac (Cup) Semifinals in 2018, 2019 and 2020. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted Eurobasket.com All-Serbian League Co-Coach of the Year back in 2018. |
| Djordje Micic agreed terms with KK Drina Princip Zvornik - by Harun Alispahic | ||||
Micic was a member of Serbian U17 National Team back in 2010. He has played previously professionally also in Slovenia (Petrol Olimpija Ljubljana and LTH Castings) and Bosnia (Capljina, Vogosca, Gradjanski and Spars). His team made it to the Bosnia and Herzegovina Final Four in 2013 and 2016. The scouts decsribe him following way: Djordje Micic is a small forward with good understanding of the game. Micic can cover 1,2 and 3 postion, he is good ball handler, excellent court vision and can creat a lot during the game. Needs consistency in three point shooting, can score in different ways including mismatches on a low post. He is not aggressive defender and not a kind of player who can play full court press, but he reads well the offense and it's hard to beat. Main weakness is a lack of athleticism. |
| KK Drina Princip Zvornik signs Zoran Kupusovic - by Harun Alispahic | |
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KK-Drina-Princip-Zvornik (1. Liga RS) signed 26-year old Serbian point guard Zoran Kupusovic (175cm-70kg-1996). Kupusovic started the season at Radnik Bn Bijeljina. He has played previously for three other teams: Bratunac, Gradjanski and Buducnost Prolab Bijeljina. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he helped his team to make it to the Bosnian 1.Liga RS Semifinals in 2018. |
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| Samis Calderon (ex Corinthians) agreed terms with NBA Academy Latin Am - by Paulo Freire | |
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NBA-Academy-Latin-America-in-Mexico-City () inked 18-year old Brazilian 196cm small forward Samis Calderon. Calderon started the season at Corinthians in Brazilian NBB league. But in only one game he did not score anything. He represented Brazil at the FIBA U18 Americas Championship in Tijuana (Mexico) last year. Calderon's team won Silver and his stats at that event were 6 games: 6.3ppg, 4.5rpg, 1.8apg, FGP: 31.0%, 3PT: 22.2%, FT: 57.1%. |
| Praia welcomes back Mencarini - by Paulo Freire |
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Praia-Clube (CBB) landed 21-year old 187cm guard Raffael Mencarini for new season. It is actually his comeback to Praia as he has played here before. Mencarini played last summer at Praia in Brazilian LDB U20. In 11 games he averaged 13.0ppg, 3.1rpg, 2.5apg and 1.5spg. He helped them to end the regular season as a second best team in the league. Mencarini also played for Praia that season where in 14 CBB games he had 14.4ppg, 3.1rpg, 4.4apg and 1.3spg. He has played previously for five other teams: Palmeiras, Paulistano, Esperia, Cravinhos and Campo Mourao. Among many awards he was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian LDB U20 Honorable Mention in 2021. |
| Praia lands Yago Rodrigues - by Paulo Freire |
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Praia-Clube (CBB) landed 21-year old 208cm center Yago Rodrigues for new season. Rodrigues played last summer at Campo Mourao Basquete/Asse\ rcam/Fecam U20 team in Brazilian LDB U20. In 10 games he averaged 10.9ppg, 11.6rpg and 1.1apg. He also played for Campo Mourao (LDB U20) where in 10 games he had 10.9ppg, 11.6rpg (#5 in the league) and 1.1apg.
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| Praia lands Jose Vitor Policcici - by Paulo Freire |
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Praia-Clube (CBB) landed 21-year old 184cm guard Jose Vitor Policcici for new season. Policcici played last summer at Campo Mourao Basquete/Asse\ rcam/Fecam U20 team in Brazilian LDB U20. In 10 games he averaged impressive 19.8ppg, 5.8rpg, 3.2apg and 2.4spg. He can count that season as a very successful as was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian LDB U20 Honorable Mention. Policcici also played for Vila Nova FC / AEGB that season where in 12 CBB games he had 5.6ppg, 3.4rpg, 3.3apg and 1.2spg. A very impressive season as he was selected to Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian LDB U20 Honorable Mention. He has played previously for two other teams: Franca and Rio Claro. Policcici played in the final of Brazilian LDB U20 League in 2019. |
| Arthur Abreu signs at Praia - by Paulo Freire |
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Praia-Clube (CBB) landed 20-year old 193cm guard Arthur Abreu for upcoming season. Abreu played recently at Rio Claro Basquete in the NBB. NBB was a little too high level for him, where in two games he averaged just 1.5ppg and 1.5rpg last season. CBB will be definitely a better match and he can see more playing time. The last summer he played at Rio Claro (Carioca).
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Eleventh-ranked Brasilia (6-13) gave a tough game to eighth ranked Paschoalotto/Bauru (10-8) on Monday. Paschoalotto/Bauru managed to secure only two-point victory 72-70. However their fans expected easier game. It was a great evening for Germerson Barbosa (205-1993) who led his team to a victory scoring 19 points and 6 rebounds. Anderson Rodrigues (207-1997) helped adding 15 points and 9 rebounds. At the losing side guard Gemadinha Sacco (183-1997) responded with 18 points, 8 assists and 4 steals. Defending champion maintains eighth place with 10-8 record. Brasilia lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 13 games lost. Paschoalotto/Bauru are looking forward to face Cerrado (#15) in Brasilia in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Brasilia will play on the road against Pinheiros (#5) in Sao Paulo and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series. Sixth ranked Pinheiros (12-7) crushed at home 15th ranked Cerrado (4-15) by 30 points 95-65, which is the biggest margin this round. It was a quality performance for the former international forward Rafael Munford (195-1998, college: Augusta) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 13 rebounds. Jonas Buffat accounted for 15 points and 6 rebounds. Guard Daniel Von Haydin (194-1999) came up with 17 points for Cerrado 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. Pinheiros moved-up to fifth place. Cerrado at the other side keeps the fifteenth position with 15 games lost. Pinheiros will play against Brasilia (#11) at home in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Cerrado will play against Paschoalotto/Bauru (#8) and hopes to get back on the winning track. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 19: bottom-ranked Rio Claro lost to Paulistano on the opponent's court 66-76. Cerrado unfortunately lost to UniFacisa in a home game 73-83. Sao Paulo managed to beat Pato Basquete on the road 84-69. Fortaleza was crushed by Sao Jose on its own court 71-90. The most impressive stats of the last round was 29 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists by Diego Figueredo of Sao Jose. Paulistano - Rio Claro 76-66 Very expected game in Sao Paulo where 17th ranked Rio Claro (3-15) was defeated by seventh ranked Paulistano (11-7) 76-66. Paulistano made 19-of-23 charity shots (82.6 percent) during the game. Paulistano outrebounded Rio Claro 45-33 including 19 on the offensive glass. It was an exceptional evening for Gui Abreu (199-1999) who led the winners and scored 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists (made all of his seven free throws). Victor Camilo (203-1997) accounted for 7 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. Center Wesley Sena (210-1996) came up with 22 points and 5 rebounds and point guard Cassiano Bueno (189-1997) added 8 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for Rio Claro in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Paulistano maintains seventh place with 11-7 record. Rio Claro lost fourth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. Paulistano will play against Pato (#14) in Pato Branco in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rio Claro will play on the road against the league's leader Vivo/Franca having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: Rio Claro: W.Sena 22+5reb+1ast, R.Oliveira 14+1reb, L.Lacerda 9+1reb+4ast, C.Bueno 8+9reb+5ast, S.Lukas 5+2reb, W.Alves 3+7reb+2ast Paulistano: G.Abreu 23+7reb+4ast, N.Barnes 9+1reb+2ast, C.Bruno 8+4reb, B.Anderson 8+8reb+1ast, L.Doria 7+3reb+1ast, V.Camilo 7+9reb+1ast Cerrado - UniFacisa 73-83 Very predictable result in Brasilia where ninth ranked UNIFACISA (9-9) defeated 15th ranked Cerrado (4-15) 83-73. UNIFACISA dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Cerrado's 26. UNIFACISA forced 21 Cerrado turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. It was an exceptional evening for the former international Antonio Ferreira (200-1994) who led the winners and scored 17 points and 6 rebounds. Guard Caue Freitas (192-1988) accounted for 15 points (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) for the winning side. UNIFACISA's coach Cesar Guidetti allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American guard Anthony Harris (196, college: Chicago St.) came up with 12 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists and power forward Ruan Miranda (205-2001) added 21 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Cerrado in the defeat. UNIFACISA maintains ninth place with 9-9 record. Cerrado at the other side keeps the fifteenth position with 15 games lost. UNIFACISA will play against Sao Jose (#10) at home in the next round. Cerrado will play against Paschoalotto/Bauru (#8) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Cerrado: M.Ruan 21+6reb, R.McLemore 16+2reb+1ast, A.Harris 12+8reb+9ast, J.Robson 8+3reb, V.Haydin Daniel 8+3reb+2ast, F.Russo 6+4reb+3ast UniFacisa: A.Ferreira 17+6reb+2ast, C.Freitas 15+3reb+2ast, S.Vega 12+5reb+2ast, F.Corvalan 11+2ast, J.Oliveira 10, A.Bresolin 7+5reb+8ast Pato Basquete - Sao Paulo 69-84 Not a big story in a game in Pato Branco where 14th ranked Pato (5-14) was defeated by third ranked Sao Paulo (14-5) 84-69. It was an exceptional evening for the former international forward Marquinhos Vieira (207-1984) who led the winners and scored 17 points and 6 assists. American guard Malcolm Miller (201-1991, college: Southern) accounted for 15 points for the winning side. Four Sao Paulo players scored in double figures. Colombian guard Romario Roque (180-1998) came up with 17 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals and center Gabriel Novaes (208-2001) added 16 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Pato in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sao Paulo maintains third place with 14-5 record having three points less than leader Sesi Franca. Pato lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Fortaleza. Sao Paulo's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Sao Paulo to the arena Corinthians. Top scorers: Pato Basquete: R.Roque 17+6reb+6ast, N.Gabriel 16+9reb+1ast, F.Verissimo 11+3reb, J.Oliveira 8+3reb+1ast, S.Magna 8+6reb+1ast, J.Materan 7+5reb+2ast Sao Paulo: M.Vieira 17+3reb+6ast, M.Miller 15+3reb+1ast, T.Da Silva 14+5reb, H.Coelho 12+2reb, R.Ansaloni 10+2reb+1ast, C.Bennett 6+6reb+3ast Pinheiros - Cerrado 95-65 Sixth ranked Pinheiros (12-7) crushed at home 15th ranked Cerrado (4-15) by 30 points 95-65, which is the biggest margin this round. Pinheiros dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Cerrado's 34. Pinheiros forced 19 Cerrado turnovers and outrebounded them 48-26 including a 16-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. It was a quality performance for the former international forward Rafael Munford (195-1998, college: Augusta) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 13 rebounds. Forward Jonas Buffat (191-2000) accounted for 15 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. Four Pinheiros players scored in double figures. Guard Daniel Von Haydin (194-1999) came up with 17 points and power forward Ruan Miranda (205-2001) added 14 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Cerrado 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. Pinheiros moved-up to fifth place. Cerrado at the other side keeps the fifteenth position with 15 games lost. Pinheiros will play against Brasilia (#11) at home in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Cerrado will play against Paschoalotto/Bauru (#8) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Cerrado: V.Haydin Daniel 17+4reb+2ast, M.Ruan 14+8reb+1ast, J.Robson 11+3reb+1ast, P.Da Costa 9+4reb, F.Russo 5+3reb+3ast, A.Harris 5+4reb+4ast Pinheiros: R.Munford 26+13reb+3ast, B.Jonas 15+6reb+3ast, D.Andre 11+9reb+3ast, D.Yan 10+8reb+3ast, F.Ruivo 9+2reb+4ast, D.Penteado 7+2reb+3ast Bauru - Brasilia 72-70 Eleventh-ranked Brasilia (6-13) gave a tough game to eighth ranked Paschoalotto/Bauru (10-8) on Monday. Paschoalotto/Bauru managed to secure only two-point victory 72-70. However their fans expected easier game. It was a great evening for Germerson Barbosa (205-1993) who led his team to a victory scoring 19 points and 6 rebounds. Anderson Rodrigues (207-1997) helped adding 15 points and 9 rebounds. At the losing side guard Gemadinha Sacco (183-1997) responded with 18 points, 8 assists and 4 steals and point guard Guilherme Lessa (178-1995) scored 12 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Defending champion maintains eighth place with 10-8 record. Brasilia lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 13 games lost. Paschoalotto/Bauru are looking forward to face Cerrado (#15) in Brasilia in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Brasilia will play on the road against Pinheiros (#5) in Sao Paulo and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series. Top scorers: Brasilia: G.Sacco 18+4reb+8ast, G.Lessa 12+6reb+5ast, V.Leal 11+5reb+2ast, S.Paulo 10+9reb, E.Sommer 9+5reb, G.Basilio 5+4reb+1ast Bauru: G.Barbosa 19+6reb+1ast, R.Anderson 15+9reb, J.Machuca 13+2reb+4ast, D.Brite 10+3reb+1ast, A.Garcia 5+5reb+7ast, D.Fuzaro 5+4reb+3ast Fortaleza - Sao Jose 71-90 Everything went according to plan when tenth ranked Sao Jose (9-10) outscored on the road 13th ranked Fortaleza (5-14) 90-71. Sao Jose players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Argentinian point guard Diego Figueredo (185-1991, agency: BIG) who led the winners and scored 29 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists (perfect behind the arc making all six shots !!!). Douglas Nunes (210-1987) accounted for 15 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side. American swingman Dexter McClanahan (193-1997, college: Nicholls St.) came up with 17 points and forward Tiago Dias (203-2001) added 8 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Fortaleza in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sao Jose have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain tenth place with 9-10 record. Fortaleza at the other side keeps the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Pato Basquete. Sao Jose will play against higher ranked UNIFACISA (#9) in Paraiba in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Fortaleza will have a break next round. Top scorers: Fortaleza: D.McClanahan 17+2reb+2ast, D.Rossetto 10+4reb+2ast, C.Williams 10+3reb, P.Pinero 9+3reb, T.Dias 8+7reb+2ast, M.Brito 7+1reb+7ast Sao Jose: D.Figueredo 29+6reb+5ast, D.Nunes 15+8reb+1ast, D.Sousa 11+2reb, E.Carvalho 9+3ast, W.Green 8+3reb+1ast, A.Pecos 6+9reb+7ast |
| Brazilian NBB round 19 best performance: Diego Figueredo (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Argentinian Point guard Diego Figueredo (185-PG-1991, agency: BIG) had a great game in the last round for Sao Jose, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 19. The 31-year old player was the main contributor (29 points, six rebounds and five assists) to his team's victory, helping them to crush Fortaleza (#13, 5-14) with 19-point margin 90-71. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Sao Jose maintains the 10th position in Brazilian NBB. Sao Jose 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 Figueredo had a remarkable six three-pointers out of 6 attempts. He turned to be Sao Jose's top player in his first season with the team. Diego Figueredo has solid league stats. He is in league's top in assists (5th best: 5.5apg) and averages impressive 53.1% FGP and 48.3% from behind 3-point line. The second best player in last round's games was young Portuguese forward Rafael Munford (195-F-1998) of Pinheiros. Munford had a very good evening with a double-double of 26 points and 13 rebounds. Of course he led Pinheiros to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Cerrado (#15, 4-15) 95-65. This victory allowed Pinheiros to move up to 5th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 12-7 record is not bad and everything may still change. Munford is one of the most experienced players at Pinheiros and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.4ppg (#6). He also registered 7.5 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was forward Gui Abreu (199-PF-1999) of Paulistano (#6). Abreu showcased his all-around game by recording 23 points, seven rebounds and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of Paulistano, leading his team to a 76-66 win against the lower-ranked Rio Claro (#17, 3-15). Paulistano needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 12 victories and 7 lost games. Abreu has a very solid season. In 16 games in Brazil he scored 9.9ppg. He also has 5.4rpg and FGP: 52.9%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Ruan Miranda (205-C/F-2001) of Cerrado - 14 points and 8 rebounds 5. Romario Roque (180-G-1998) of Pato Basquete - 17 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists 6. Anthony Harris (196-G) of Cerrado - 12 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists 7. Wesley Sena (210-C-1996) of Rio Claro - 22 points and 5 rebounds 8. Arthur Pecos (180-PG-1994) of Sao Jose - 6 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists 9. Jonas Buffat (191-F-2000) of Pinheiros - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Caue Freitas (192-G-1988) of UniFacisa - 15 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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| Bulgarian BBL Division A round 16 best performance: Hristo Bachkov (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Hristo Bachkov (200-SF-2004) had an amazing evening in the last round for top-ranked Hebar, receiving a Hoops Agents BBL Division A Player of the Week award for round 16. The 18-year old player had a double-double of 27 points and 18 rebounds, while his team outclassed 3.6.9. BC (#8, 1-12) with 61-point margin 117-56. It allowed Hebar to consolidate first place in the Bulgarian BBL Division A. Hebar has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the championship title. They improved their record to 11-1. In the team's last game Bachkov had a remarkable 83.3% from 2-point range. He turned to be Hebar's top player in his first season with the team. Hristo Bachkov has solid league stats. He is league's best scorer averaging so far 26.5ppg. Bachkov is in league's top in rebounds (5th best: 12.3rpg) and averages impressive 2.3bpg,3.7spg and 68.6% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Zlatomir Donchev (201-F-2002) of Mambas. Donchev had a very good evening with a double-double of 33 points and 21 rebounds. Of course he led Mambas to another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Rakovski (#6, 3-10) 96-53. Mambas' 5th position in South has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 6-7 record. Donchev is a newcomer at Mambas, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was forward Martin Dimitrov (202-F-2001) of Levski 2 (#9). Dimitrov scored 25 points and grabbed fifteen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Levski 2, leading his team to a 106-77 easy win against Voltron (#12, 0-12). Dimitrov has a very solid season. In 11 games in Bulgaria he scored 9.9ppg. He also has 6.6rpg, 1.7bpg and FGP: 55.8%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Stoyan Petkov (198-F-1985) of Vihar Aytos - 24 points, 23 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Hristo Nikolov (202-PF-1985) of Enigma Fireworks - 27 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists 6. Simeon Tsenov (196-F-1982) of Sportist Svoge - 27 points and 17 rebounds 7. Kiril Raykov (197-G-1987) of Enigma Fireworks - 31 points and 10 rebounds 8. Filip Emilov (188-G-2001) of Vidabasket - 26 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Stoyan Milchev (185-G-1995) of Vihar Aytos - 30 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists 10. Jimmie Hunt (187-PG-1982) of Sportist Svoge - 29 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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The 25-year old player was the main contributor (21 points, eight rebounds and four assists) to his team's victory, helping them to beat CSKA (#6, 7-7) 82-76. It allowed Rilski to consolidate first place in the Bulgarian NBL. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. It's already very far into the season and Rilski keeps a perfect 14-0 record. Wiggins turned to be Rilski's top player in his first season with the team. Former Bowling Green State University star has very solid stats this year. Wiggins is in league's top in points (9th best: 16.0ppg) and averages impressive 63.6% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Canadian Munis Tutu (184-PG-1996) of Chernomorets. Tutu had a very good evening with a double-double of 16 points and 12 assists. Of course Chernomorets cruised to a 88-81 relatively comfortable win over the higher-ranked Spartak Pleven (#4, 7-7). Chernomorets' 7th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 6-8 record. Tutu is a newcomer at Chernomorets, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.9ppg (#7). His other stats are also decent: 4.5rpg and 8.6apg. Third on the list of top players last round was Nigerian forward Avery Ugba (203-F-1994, agency: BIG) of Cherno More (#9). Ugba showcased his all-around game by recording 16 points, fourteen rebounds (!!!) and five assists in the last round. Despite Ugba's great performance Cherno More lost 86-100 to slightly higher-ranked Akademik P. (#8, 5-9). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Cherno More not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 9 games, recording just four victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Ugba could try to bring Cherno More's a little bit higher in the standings. Ugba has individually a great season in Bulgaria. After 13 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 18.6ppg (2nd best) and rebounds with 10.9rpg (#1 in league). Other top performing players last week: 4. Georgi Kenderov (200-F-1999) of Shumen - 20 points and 9 rebounds 5. Darius Hall (188-G) of Beroe - 24 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Georgi Boyanov (201-F-1993) of Chernomorets - 24 points and 7 rebounds 7. Robert Georgiev (192-G-1998) of Beroe - 19 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Tomislav Minkov (196-SF-2001) of Akademik P. - 23 points and 3 rebounds 9. Chavdar Kostov (196-SG-1988) of Rilski - 16 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists 10. Dimitar Dimitrov (203-PF-1993) of Balkan - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Gzira Athleta adds Van Herk to their roster - by Dimitri Chelidze | |
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Gzira-Athleta-Birkirkara (BOV League D1) added to their roster 24-year old Canadian center Henry Van Herk (206cm-102kg-1998, college: Queen's). He started the season at BG 2000 Berlin in German Regionalliga. In three games he had 10.3ppg, 7.7rpg, 1.3apg and 1.0spg. He has played also professionally in Kangaroos. Van Herk played in the final of OUA Tournament in 2022. He graduated from Queen's University in 2022 and it is his first season as a professional player. |
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APR-Basketball-Club (RBL) inked 29-year-old Congolese international 198cm forward Rolly Fula Nganga. Fula Nganga played recently at Bangui in the Central African D1 league. The last season he played at Fukash in the DR Congolese league where in 6 Basketball Africa League games he averaged an impressive 19.2ppg, 8.7rpg, 1.8apg, and 1.2spg. He also represented DR Congo at the Afrobasket Championship six years ago. His stats at that event were 4 games: 7.0ppg, 3.0rpg, FGP: 53.8%, 3PT: 25.0%, FT: 50.0%. Fula Nganga has played previously professionally in Algeria (GS Petroliers) and DR Congo (ASB Mazembe and ASB New Generation). |
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Regular Season: Round 2 Jan. 15: Puerto Varas - Temuco 99-64 Jan. 15: Las Animas - Castro 89-84 Jan. 15: Espanol T. - Tinguiririca 89-82 Jan. 15: Quilicura - Catolica 78-74 Jan. 15: Puerto Montt - Valdivia 76-79 Jan. 15: Puente Alto - Los Leones 74-86 Regular Season: Round 3 Jan. 21: Castro - Quilicura Jan. 21: Ancud - Puente Alto Jan. 21: Los Leones - Espanol O. Jan. 21: Castro - Puente Alto |
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game in Jinan was quite interesting. 5th ranked Sharks (16-10) played at the court of seventh ranked Heroes (16-11). Heroes managed to secure a 4-point victory 103-99 on Sunday. Heroes forced 35 Sharks turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. 31 personal fouls committed by Sharks helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American-Austrian swingman Sylven Landesberg (198-1990, college: Virginia, agency: BeoBasket) who scored 29 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. The former international center Hanlin Tao (208-1991) chipped in 16 points and 12 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international center Zhelin Wang (214-1994) who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points and 17 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Heroes have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain seventh position with 16-11 record, which they share with Xinjiang FT. Sharks at the other side keep the fifth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Shenzhen L.. Heroes is looking forward to face Jiangsu Dragons (#12) in Nanjing in the next round where they are favorite. Sharks will play on the road against Guangsha Lions (#10) in Hangzhou and are hoping to win this game. We should mention about the upset which took place in Beijing, where higher ranked Ducks (17-10) lost at home to nineteenth ranked Sturgeons (5-22) 88-103. It was a good game for Bulgarian-American point guard Darius Adams (188-1989, college: Indianapolis) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 9 rebounds, 11 assists and 4 steals. Linjian Chen contributed with 26 points for the winners. American guard Nick Johnson (191-1992, college: Arizona) replied with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 assists for Ducks. Sturgeons maintains nineteenth position with 5-22 record. Ducks lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth place with ten games lost. Sturgeons will play against higher ranked Blue Whales (#17) in Sichuan in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Ducks will play on the road against the league's leader Golden Bulls (#1) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. The game with biggest result difference took place in Changchun. Local Jilin Tigers (13-14) were outscored by second ranked Flying Leopards (22-5) 116-88 on Monday night. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Jilin Tigers. Ailun Guo scored 20 points and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners. The best for the losing side was Weize Jiang with 12 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. Flying Leopards have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 22-5 record having just one point less than leader Zhejiang GB. Loser Jilin Tigers dropped to the thirteenth place with 14 games lost. Flying Leopards will meet Guandong Tigers (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Jilin Tigers will play against Pioneers (#18) and hope to secure a win. Rest of the games of round 30 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Xinjiang FT defeated Ningbo R. in Urumqi 83-78. Jiangsu D. was beaten by Shanxi L. at home 82-94. Shenzhen L. won against Qingdao E. on the opponent's court 106-99. Guangsha L. managed to outperform Guangzhou LL in a home game 97-81. Sichuan BW was rolled over Guangdong ST on the road 119-99. Nanjing TX MK was defeated by Zhejiang GB. on its own court 112-125. Beijing RF was beaten by Tianjin in a road game 122-106. Ningbo R. - Xinjiang FT 78-83 There was no surprise in Ningbo where 20th ranked Rockets (2-25) were defeated by ninth ranked Flying Tigers (16-11) 83-78 on Sunday. Flying Tigers outrebounded Rockets 48-37 including 17 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Flying Tigers made 9 blocks. Senegalese center Tacko Fall (231-1995, college: UCF) had a double-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds and 5 blocks (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and the former international Abudurexiti Abudushalamu (203-1996) chipped in 17 points during the contest. The best for the losing side was Montenegrin forward Marko Todorovic (208-1992) with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds and American point guard Brandon Taylor (178-1994, college: Utah, agency: Pensack Sports) scored 13 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Flying Tigers have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Shandong H. Rockets lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay dead last with 25 lost games. Flying Tigers will meet Eagles (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rockets will play against Loongs (#11) in Taiyuan and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Ningbo R.: T.Marko 23+12reb+2ast, N.Hongyu 13+6reb+1ast, T.Brandon 13+6reb+2ast, Q.Honglin 7+3ast, X.Yuzhuo 7+1reb+1ast, W.Xuan 5+3reb+6ast Xinjiang FT: F.Tacko 22+13reb+1ast, A.Abudurexiti 17+3reb+3ast, Q.Lin 10+4reb+4ast, A.Azat 8+1reb, Z.Xuhang 8+3reb, H.Rongqi 7+5reb+3ast Shandong H. - Shanghai S. 103-99 The game in Jinan was quite interesting. 5th ranked Sharks (16-10) played at the court of seventh ranked Heroes (16-11). Heroes managed to secure a 4-point victory 103-99 on Sunday. Heroes forced 35 Sharks turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. 31 personal fouls committed by Sharks helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American-Austrian swingman Sylven Landesberg (198-1990, college: Virginia, agency: BeoBasket) who scored 29 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. The former international center Hanlin Tao (208-1991) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international center Zhelin Wang (214-1994) who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points and 17 rebounds and American point guard Eric Bledsoe (185-1989, college: Kentucky) added 22 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Heroes have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain seventh position with 16-11 record, which they share with Xinjiang FT. Sharks at the other side keep the fifth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Shenzhen L.. Heroes is looking forward to face Jiangsu Dragons (#12) in Nanjing in the next round where they are favorite. Sharks will play on the road against Guangsha Lions (#10) in Hangzhou and are hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Shanghai S.: B.Eric 22+8reb+8ast, W.Zhelin 20+17reb+3ast, O.III Johnny 16+8reb+2ast, Y.Pengfei 12+9reb, L.Hongquan 8+5reb+5ast, L.Hanchen 7+2reb+2ast Shandong H.: L.Sylven 29+6reb+4ast, G.Shiyan 16+4reb+8ast, T.Hanlin 16+12reb+3ast, C.Peidong 14+5reb+5ast, J.Cheng 8+6reb+1ast, J.Haolong 7+2reb Jiangsu D. - Shanxi L. 82-94 There was a small surprise in Nanjing where thirteenth ranked Loongs (13-13) defeated 11th ranked Jiangsu Dragons (13-13) 94-82 on Sunday. Loongs looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists. American point guard Kahlil Felder (175-1995, college: Oakland) had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 9 rebounds and 15 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international Shuai Yuan (194-1994) chipped in 30 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Four Loongs players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Antonio Blakeney (193-1996, college: LSU) with 31 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals and forward Zhou Zhao (198-1995) scored 18 points. Jiangsu Dragons' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Loongs moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Jiangsu D. Jiangsu Dragons lost third consecutive game. Loongs will meet at home bottom-ranked Rockets (#20) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Jiangsu Dragons will play against Heroes (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Jiangsu D.: B.Antonio 31+7reb+7ast, Z.Zhou 18+3reb+1ast, N.Yongkang 8+4reb+1ast, L.Zhixuan 7+3reb+6ast, C.Xiaolong 6+5reb+4ast, W.Devin 6+8reb+1ast Shanxi L.: Y.Shuai 30+6reb+1ast, X.Zhijiang 20+7reb+1ast, F.Kahlil 14+9reb+15ast, Z.Ning 10+5reb+3ast, C.Lin 9+5reb+9ast, G.Zhaobao 7+2reb+1ast Qingdao E. - Shenzhen L. 99-106 Very expected game in Qingdao where 14th ranked Eagles (12-15) were defeated by sixth ranked Aviators (16-10) 106-99 on Sunday. Aviators made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists. American forward Jared Sullinger (206-1992, college: Ohio St.) had a double-double by scoring 32 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and international Xining He (195-1997) chipped in 16 points and 12 assists during the contest. Aviators' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was South Sudanese-Australian center Duop Reath (210-1996, college: LSU) with 37 points (!!!) and Ruize Wang (197-1995) scored 16 points and 4 assists. Five Aviators and four Eagles players scored in double figures. Aviators moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Shanghai S. Loser Eagles keep the fourteenth position with 15 games lost. Aviators will meet at home Long-Lions (#15) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Eagles will play against Flying Tigers and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Qingdao E.: R.Duop 37+4reb+2ast, W.Ruize 16+4reb+4ast, G.Eugene 14+2reb+1ast, J.Zhuo 12+5reb+2ast, Z.Jiayi 11+4reb+4ast, W.Hong 3+4reb+15ast Shenzhen L.: S.Jared 32+15reb+6ast, H.Xining 16+4reb+12ast, L.Pengyu 15+2reb+1ast, S.Haoqin 10+1reb+3ast, G.Quan 10+4reb+1ast, S.Zijie 9+3reb Guangsha L. - Guangzhou LL 97-81 Very predictable result in Hangzhou where tenth ranked Guangsha Lions (15-13) beat 15th ranked Long-Lions (11-16) 97-81 on Sunday. Guangsha Lions looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The former international Junlong Zhu (200-1999) scored 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Canadian power forward Kyle Wiltjer (206-1992, college: Gonzaga) chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Five Guangsha Lions players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Taiwanese point guard Ying-Chun Chen (182-1993, college: Liberty) with 30 points and 9 assists and American forward Jordan Bell (206-1995, college: Oregon) scored 8 points, 14 rebounds and 7 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guangsha Lions maintains tenth position with 15-13 record. Loser Long-Lions keep the fifteenth place with 16 games lost. Guangsha Lions will meet at home higher ranked Sharks (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Long-Lions will play against Aviators (#5) in Shenzhen and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Guangzhou LL: C.Ying-Chun 30+2reb+9ast, Z.Mingzhen 21+4reb, B.Jordan 8+14reb+7ast, M.Nate 8+2reb+1ast, L.Yanzhe 7+2reb, J.Boqiao 4+2reb+1ast Guangsha L.: Z.Junlong 25+9reb+5ast, W.Kyle 16+6reb+2ast, H.Jinqiu 15+5reb, S.Minghui 15+1reb+6ast, C.Will 10+1reb+5ast, W.Xinrui 5+3reb Guangdong ST - Sichuan BW 119-99 Not a big story in a game in Dongguan where 17th ranked Blue Whales (7-20) were outplayed by third ranked Guandong Tigers (21-5) 119-99 on Monday. Guandong Tigers dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Blue Whales' 30. They outrebounded Blue Whales 48-25 including a 17-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Guandong Tigers looked well-organized offensively handing out 37 assists. American MarShon Brooks (197-1989, college: Providence) had a double-double by scoring 30 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Croatian-American power forward Justin Hamilton (213-1990, college: LSU) chipped in 18 points and 8 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) during the contest. The best for the losing side was American point guard Marlain Veal (175-1996, college: SE Louisiana) with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 5 rebounds, 15 assists and 5 steals and Zhennian Zuo (201-1996) scored 18 points. Five Blue Whales players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guandong Tigers maintains third position with 21-5 record behind leader Zhejiang GB. Blue Whales lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventeenth place with 20 games lost. Guandong Tigers will meet at home league's second-placed Flying Leopards in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Blue Whales will play against Sturgeons (#19) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Sichuan BW: G.Jinlin 19+1reb+1ast, Z.Zhennian 18+1reb+2ast, V.Marlain 16+5reb+15ast, L.Honghan 13+3reb+3ast, H.Xin 10+4reb+2ast, Y.Xiaoyong 8+3ast Guangdong ST: B.MarShon 30+12reb+6ast, H.Justin 18+8reb+2ast, D.Runwang 13+1reb+1ast, Z.Hao 13+4reb, W.Xinkai 11+4reb+1ast, H.Mingxuan 9+3reb+10ast Nanjing TX MK - Zhejiang GB. 112-125 Everything went according to plan in Jiangsu where second ranked Golden Bulls (22-4) won against 9th ranked Monkey Kings (15-12) 125-112 on Monday. Golden Bulls made 41-of-43 free shots (95.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists. Naturalized American center Harold Yu (221-2003) had a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Zeyi Liu (202-1999) chipped in 29 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American point guard QJ Peterson (183-1994, college: VMI) with a triple-double by scoring 41 points (!!!), 13 rebounds and 10 assists (went 14 for 14 at the free throw line !!!) and center Baiqing Zhao (204-1998) scored 32 points and 6 rebounds. Four Monkey Kings players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Golden Bulls keep a position of league leader. Loser Monkey Kings keep the ninth place with 12 games lost. Golden Bulls will meet at home Ducks (#4) in the next round. Monkey Kings will play against Royal Fighters (#16) in Beijing and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Nanjing TX MK: P.QJ 41+13reb+10ast, Z.Baiqing 32+6reb+3ast, L.Wei 16+3reb+5ast, W.Tingjia 15+5reb+2ast, S.Rongxiao 6+4reb+1ast, L.Dong 2+2reb+3ast Zhejiang GB.: Y.Harold 35+11reb+1ast, L.Zeyi 29+9reb+4ast, L.Wenbo 26+9reb+1ast, Z.Wang 11+2reb+1ast, W.Qian 7+3reb+11ast, W.Moses 7+3reb+1ast Tianjin - Beijing RF 122-106 There was a minor upset in Tianjin where 16th ranked Royal Fighters (9-17) were defeated by eighteenth ranked Pioneers (6-21) 122-106 on Monday. Pioneers made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 34 assists. American forward Scottie James Jr (202-1996, college: Liberty) had a double-double by scoring 29 points and 15 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Taiwanese guard Benson Lin (193-1999, college: Bryant) chipped in 27 points and 16 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international center Changdong Yu (206-1991) with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 16 rebounds and 7 assists and the former international power forward Yuchen Zou (206-1996) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Pioneers maintains eighteenth position with 6-21 record. Royal Fighters lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth place with 17 games lost. Pioneers will meet higher ranked Jilin Tigers (#13) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Royal Fighters will play against Monkey Kings and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Beijing RF: Y.Changdong 25+16reb+7ast, Z.Fan 22+1reb+4ast, Z.Yuchen 13+13reb+2ast, G.Trae 12+3reb+9ast, W.Shaojie 11+7reb+2ast, A.Bryon 11+2reb+4ast Tianjin: J.Jr. Scottie 29+15reb+3ast, L.Benson 27+2reb+16ast, Y.Tian 17+5reb+2ast, J.Brandon 14+3reb+2ast, S.Deshaui 12+9reb+2ast, H.Siyu 9+1reb+1ast Jilin NE T. - Liaoning FL 88-116 The game with biggest result difference took place in Changchun. Local Jilin Tigers (13-14) were outscored by second ranked Flying Leopards (22-5) 116-88 on Monday night. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Jilin Tigers. Flying Leopards dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Jilin Tigers' 46. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 34 assists. The former international Ailun Guo (189-1993) scored 20 points and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international center Hao Fu (208-1997) chipped in 17 points and 8 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international point guard Weize Jiang (182-2000) with 12 points and 8 assists and Huaibo Dai (209-1994) scored 12 points and 6 rebounds. Five Flying Leopards and four Jilin Tigers players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Flying Leopards have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 22-5 record having just one point less than leader Zhejiang GB. Loser Jilin Tigers dropped to the thirteenth place with 14 games lost. Flying Leopards will meet Guandong Tigers (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Jilin Tigers will play against Pioneers (#18) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Jilin NE T.: J.Weize 12+4reb+8ast, D.Huaibo 12+6reb+2ast, J.Yuxing 11+2reb+4ast, D.Haoran 11+3reb+1ast, L.Ang 9+3reb+2ast, P.Senao 7+5reb Liaoning FL: G.Ailun 20+3reb+6ast, F.Kyle 17+3reb+2ast, F.Hao 17+8reb+2ast, S.JaKarr 14+4reb+1ast, Z.Jiwei 12+2reb+8ast, Z.Zhenlin 10+8reb+5ast Beijing D. - Fujian S. 88-103 We should mention about the upset which took place in Beijing, where higher ranked Ducks (17-10) lost at home to nineteenth ranked Sturgeons (5-22) 88-103. Sturgeons forced 20 Ducks turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. It was a good game for Bulgarian-American point guard Darius Adams (188-1989, college: Indianapolis) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 9 rebounds, 11 assists and 4 steals. The former international Linjian Chen (197-1993) contributed with 26 points for the winners. American guard Nick Johnson (191-1992, college: Arizona) replied with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 assists and the former international Xiaochuan Zhai (205-1993) added 12 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Ducks. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Sturgeons maintains nineteenth position with 5-22 record. Ducks lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth place with ten games lost. Sturgeons will play against higher ranked Blue Whales (#17) in Sichuan in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Ducks will play on the road against the league's leader Golden Bulls (#1) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Beijing D.: J.Nick 25+4reb+10ast, F.Zeng 13+7reb+1ast, Z.Xiaochuan 12+8reb+3ast, Z.Yanxi 12+2reb+1ast, L.Muhao 8+4reb+2ast, F.Ziming 6+4reb+3ast Fujian S.: C.Linjian 26+4reb+2ast, M.Thon 22+7reb+1ast, A.Darius 22+9reb+11ast, L.Yiyang 17+6reb+7ast, W.Huadong 8+2reb+2ast, Z.Yongpeng 6+5reb+1ast |
| Harold Yu claims Chinese CBA weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Talented Naturalized American Harold Yu (221-C-2003) had a very impressive game in the last round for league's leader Zhejiang GB. and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 30. The 19-year old center had a double-double of 35 points and eleven rebounds, while his team beat Nanjing TX MK (#9, 15-12) 125-112. It allowed Zhejiang GB. to jump to the first place in the Chinese CBA. Zhejiang GB. have a solid 22-4 record. In the team's last game Yu had a remarkable 69.2% from 2-point range. It's his second year at Zhejiang GB. and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Yu has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in assists (6th best: 1.6apg) and averages solid 1.8bpg and 60.8% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American forward Jared Sullinger (206-F-1992) of Shenzhen L.. Sullinger impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 32 points and 15 rebounds. Of course Shenzhen L. cruised to a 106-99 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Qingdao E. (#14, 12-16). Despite this victory Shenzhen L. slide down in the standings to 8th position. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 16-11 record is not bad and everything may still change. Sullinger is well-known by Shenzhen L. fans and he already established his position as one of team's most reliable players. The third best performed player last round was American MarShon Brooks (197-SG-1989) of Guangdong ST (#3). Brooks got into 30-points club by scoring exactly 30 points in the last round. He went also for twelve rebounds and six assists. He was a key player of Guangdong ST, leading his team to a 119-99 easy win against the lower-ranked Sichuan BW (#17, 7-20). Guangdong ST is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 21-5 record is not that bad... Brooks has a great season in China. After 26 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 25.0ppg (5th best). He also has FGP: 59.4% and 3PT: 41.0%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Changdong Yu (206-C-1991) of Beijing RF - 25 points, 16 rebounds and 7 assists 5. QJ Peterson (183-PG-1994) of Nanjing TX MK - 41 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists 6. Zeyi Liu (202-F-1999) of Zhejiang GB. - 29 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Baiqing Zhao (204-C-1998) of Nanjing TX MK - 32 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Scottie James Jr. (202-F-1996) of Tianjin - 29 points, 15 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Junlong Zhu (200-SF-1999) of Guangsha L. - 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Antonio Blakeney (193-G-1996) of Jiangsu D. - 31 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Premijer Liga Round 15: Cibona lose to Dinamo - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Round 15 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Cibona (11-3). They were defeated by seventh ranked Dinamo (7-8) 77-71 on Sunday night. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Dinamo made 7 blocks. It was a great evening for forward Hrvoje Garafolic (196-1990) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds. The former international forward Ivan Novacic (201-1985) helped adding 16 points and 7 rebounds. The best for the losing side was the former international point guard Borna Kapusta (182-1996, agency: AltusBasket) with 13 points and 8 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Newly promoted Dinamo maintains seventh place with 7-8 record. Defending champion Cibona dropped to the second position with three games lost. They share it with Zadar. They were replaced at the leadership position by Split. Cibona will play next round against Gorica trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Dinamo will try to continue on its current victory against eleventh ranked Skrljevo on the road. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Zadar (11-3) at the home court. Hosts were edged by Split (12-3) 84-81. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Zadar. It was a key game for the top position in the league. It was an exceptional evening for American Shannon Shorter (193-1989, college: N.Texas) who led the winners and scored 16 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. Tyrell Nelson accounted for 22 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). The former international forward Dario Dreznjak (204-1998) came up with 23 points and 6 rebounds for Zadar in the defeat. Split have a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader. Zadar at the other side dropped to the second place with three games lost. They share the position with Cibona. Split will play against Cedevita Jr. (#4) in Zagreb in the next round. Zadar will play on the road against Dubrava in Zagreb and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game in Zabok was also quite interesting. Fifth ranked Sibenka (11-4) played at the court of 8th ranked Zabok (4-11). Sibenka defeated Zabok 88-74 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was Pavao Paic who scored 33 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Luka Tomas who recorded 15 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Sibenka moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Cedevita Jr. Loser Zabok dropped to the ninth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Alkar. Sibenka will meet at home Alkar (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Zabok will play against Bosco in Zagreb and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 15: Dubrava won against Alkar on the opponent's court 84-76. Bottom-ranked Gorica unfortunately lost to Bosco in a home game 67-73. Skrljevo recorded a loss to Cedevita Jr. on the road 81-97. The most impressive stats of the last round was 18 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals by Luka Bozic of Zadar. Alkar - Dubrava 76-84 Very expected game in Sinj where 10th ranked Alkar (4-11) was defeated by sixth ranked Dubrava (8-7) 84-76 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was American guard Taveion Hollingsworth (188-1999, college: WKU) who scored 29 points and 9 rebounds. Center Matej Bosnjak (204-2002) chipped in 21 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Bosnian center Imran Polutak (209-1996) who recorded 17 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Lovre Basic (180-1995) added 15 points and 9 assists respectively. Four Alkar players scored in double figures. Alkar's coach Luka Bujas rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Dubrava maintains sixth place with 8-7 record. Loser Alkar dropped to the ninth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Zabok. Dubrava will meet at home higher ranked Zadar (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Alkar will play against Sibenka (#5) in Sibenik and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Dubrava: T.Hollingsworth 29+9reb+2ast, M.Bosnjak 21+4reb+1ast, F.Paponja 10+6reb+5ast, D.Kuzmanovic 9+1reb+1ast, F.Bjelanovic 6+1ast, K.Karahodzic 3+3reb Alkar: I.Polutak 17+8reb+2ast, L.Basic 15+1reb+9ast, J.Mirko 13+3reb+2ast, D.Putnik 12+3reb+1ast, I.Svalina 9+3reb+4ast, G.Maric 7+2reb Zabok - Sibenka 74-88 The game in Zabok was also quite interesting. Fifth ranked Sibenka (11-4) played at the court of 8th ranked Zabok (4-11). Sibenka defeated Zabok 88-74 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was power forward Pavao Paic (205-1998, agency: AltusBasket) who scored 33 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds. Forward Patrik Jambrovic (203-1996, agency: PEPI SPORT) chipped in 16 points and 7 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Luka Tomas (197-1999) who recorded 15 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and Montenegrin center Marko Perovic (204-1992, agency: 011 Sports) added 20 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Five Sibenka and four Zabok players scored in double figures. Sibenka moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Cedevita Jr. Loser Zabok dropped to the ninth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Alkar. Sibenka will meet at home Alkar (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Zabok will play against Bosco in Zagreb and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Sibenka: P.Paic 33+6reb+2ast, P.Jambrovic 16+7reb+3ast, S.Brocic 12+2reb+6ast, L.Skoric 11+5reb+2ast, P.Juraj 10+7reb+4ast, K.Antonio 3+1reb+1ast Zabok: M.Perovic 20+5reb, J.Fran 16+4reb+5ast, J.Garrett 15+4reb+1ast, L.Tomas 15+9reb+6ast, A.Crnjevic 4+3reb+5ast, J.Stipanicev 4+5reb+1ast Gorica - Bosco 67-73 Rather predictable result in Velika Gorica where ninth ranked Bosco (5-10) defeated bottom-ranked Gorica (2-13) 73-67 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was guard Marko Juric (190-1999) who scored 15 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Luka Krajnovic (192-2004) chipped in 23 points. Four Bosco players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Ivan Batur (202-1991, agency: AltusBasket) who recorded 9 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and Ivan Majic (194-1998) added 13 points respectively. Bosco moved-up to eighth place. Gorica lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 13 games lost. Bosco will meet at home Zabok (#9) in the next round. Gorica will play against the league's second-placed Cibona where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Bosco: K.Luka 23+2reb+2ast, M.Juric 15+9reb+5ast, P.Babic 12+3reb+1ast, A.Krapic 10+3reb, M.Andrej 9+3reb+3ast, M.Primorac 2+7reb+3ast Gorica: I.Majic 13+4reb+3ast, I.Nakic-Vojnovic 10+8reb+1ast, A.Masic 10+5reb+1ast, I.Batur 9+8reb+6ast, T.Jelenkovic 8+1reb+1ast, K.Uljarevic 8+4reb+7ast Dinamo - Cibona 77-71 Round 15 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Cibona (11-3). They were defeated by seventh ranked Dinamo (7-8) 77-71 on Sunday night. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Dinamo made 7 blocks. It was a great evening for forward Hrvoje Garafolic (196-1990) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds. The former international forward Ivan Novacic (201-1985) helped adding 16 points and 7 rebounds. The best for the losing side was the former international point guard Borna Kapusta (182-1996, agency: AltusBasket) with 13 points and 8 assists and the former international point guard Kresimir Radovcic (195-1997) scored 10 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Cibona players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Newly promoted Dinamo maintains seventh place with 7-8 record. Defending champion Cibona dropped to the second position with three games lost. They share it with Zadar. They were replaced at the leadership position by Split. Cibona will play next round against Gorica trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Dinamo will try to continue on its current victory against eleventh ranked Skrljevo on the road. Top scorers: Dinamo: I.Novacic 16+7reb+3ast, H.Garafolic 15+10reb+3ast, D.Usic 10+1ast, D.Markota 8+3reb, I.Vucic 7+8reb+3ast, D.Stipe 6+2reb+3ast Cibona: I.Majcunic 13+2reb, B.Kapusta 13+4reb+8ast, L.Mazalin 11+3reb, K.Radovcic 10+8reb+6ast, K.Ljubicic 9+3reb+1ast, B.Mesicek 4+3reb+1ast Cedevita Jr. - Skrljevo 97-81 Not a big story in a game in Zagreb where 11th ranked Skrljevo (3-12) was defeated by fourth ranked Cedevita Jr. (11-4) 97-81 on Saturday. Cedevita Jr. dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Skrljevo's 32. They outrebounded Skrljevo 32-15 including a 27-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. Cedevita Jr. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Jakov Mustapic (192-1994) who scored 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international Krunoslav Simon (197-1985, agency: AltusBasket) chipped in 14 points and 7 rebounds. Five Cedevita Jr. players scored in double figures. Cedevita Jr.'s coach Damir Mulaomerovic used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Luka Barisic (208-1998, college: W.Illinois, agency: Interperformances) who recorded 27 points (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) and Martin Jelic (198-1999) added 21 points and 4 steals respectively. Cedevita Jr. have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 11-4 record, which they share with Sibenka. Skrljevo lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 12 games lost. Cedevita Jr. will meet league's leader Split on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Skrljevo will play against Dinamo (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Cedevita Jr.: J.Mustapic 24+5reb+4ast, C.Sasa 16+6reb+1ast, P.Marcinkovic 16+4reb+1ast, K.Simon 14+7reb+2ast, D.Topolovic 11+1ast, J.Batinic 4+2reb+3ast Skrljevo: L.Barisic 27+3reb, M.Jelic 21+2reb+2ast, N.Svoboda 11+3reb+6ast, E.Obukwelu 7+1reb+1ast, G.Ramme 7+3reb+10ast, R.Kujundzic 5+1reb Zadar - Split 81-84 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Zadar (11-3) at the home court. Hosts were edged by Split (12-3) 84-81. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Zadar. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Split players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. It was an exceptional evening for American Shannon Shorter (193-1989, college: N.Texas) who led the winners and scored 16 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. His fellow American import forward Tyrell Nelson (205-1995, college: Gardner-Webb) accounted for 22 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winning side. Four Split players scored in double figures. The former international forward Dario Dreznjak (204-1998) came up with 23 points and 6 rebounds and the former international Luka Bozic (200-1996) added 18 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals respectively for Zadar in the defeat. Split have a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader. Zadar at the other side dropped to the second place with three games lost. They share the position with Cibona. Split will play against Cedevita Jr. (#4) in Zagreb in the next round. Zadar will play on the road against Dubrava in Zagreb and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Split: T.Nelson 22+4reb+1ast, S.Shorter 16+7reb+8ast, B.Tisma 15+2reb+1ast, L.Runjic 14+2reb+3ast, M.Kalajzic 8+5reb+6ast, L.Sullivan 5+7reb+1ast Zadar: D.Dreznjak 23+6reb+2ast, L.Bozic 18+9reb+4ast, M.Ramljak 10+4reb+2ast, K.Zganec 9+8reb+3ast, A.Jordano 7+2reb+2ast, J.Davis 5+3reb+1ast |
| Gabriel Karamarko claims Croatian Prva Liga Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Talented Gabriel Karamarko (G-2004) had a great game in the last round for Jazine and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Prva Liga Player of the Week award for round 14. The 18-year old guard had the game-high 31 points adding seven rebounds and three assists for Jazine in his team's victory, helping them to crush Samobor (#10, 3-11) with 24-point margin 87-63. Jazine maintains the 7th position in Croatian Prva Liga. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Jazine will need more victories to improve their 8-6 record. In the team's last game Karamarko had a remarkable four three-pointers out of 8 attempts. It's his second year at Jazine and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Gabriel Karamarko averages this season 11.7ppg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young guard Antonio Klepo (186-G-2004) of Kastela. Klepo impressed basketball fans with 24 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. It was enough for Kastela to edge the lower-ranked H.Analitica (#9, 5-9) by 6 points 83-77. This victory allowed Kastela to move up to 5th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 8-5 record is not bad and everything may still change. Klepo is one of the most experienced players at Kastela and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. The third best performed player last round was Marin Djugum (201-C-1996) of Stoja Pula (#11). Djugum scored 24 points. Despite Djugum's great performance Stoja Pula lost 74-105 to the higher-ranked Kvarner 2010 (#4, 9-5). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Djugum has individually a great season in Croatia. After 12 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 22.8ppg (2nd best) and rebounds with 11.3rpg (#1 in league). Other top performing players last week: 4. Josip Skara (193-F/G-1994) of H.Analitica - 17 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists 5. Tihomir Vranjes (195-G-1995) of Osijek - 24 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Ivan Kucan (195-G/F-1996) of Kvarner 2010 - 24 points and 5 assists 7. Roko Spaseski (F-2002) of Samobor - 20 points and 11 rebounds 8. Ante Perkusic (196-F-2002) of Kastela - 19 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Javon Levi (180-PG-1998) of Dubrovnik - 9 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists 10. Luka Krajinovic (198-SG-2000) of H.Analitica - 19 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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| Jalen Seegars claims Cypriot OPAP Basket League weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The shooting guard had the game-high 30 points adding eight rebounds and four assists for APOP in his team's victory, helping them to beat Anorthosis (#6, 5-7) 70-62. APOP maintains the 9th position in Cypriot OPAP Basket League. APOP is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 4-8 record. Seegars turned to be APOP's top player in his first season with the team. Jalen Seegars averages this season 12.8ppg and 6.0rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Croatian swingman Davor Konjevic (198-G/F-1990) of second-ranked Apoel. Konjevic impressed basketball fans with 28 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists. Of course Apoel cruised to a 107-95 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Etha (#7, 5-7). Apoel's second position in the standings has not changed. His team belongs to top of the standings with 10-1 record and is considered one of the main candidates for the league title. Konjevic is a newcomer at Apoel 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 4.3 assists per game. The third best performed player last round was another Apoel's star - American Travin Thibodeaux (203-F-1996). Thibodeaux scored 15 points and grabbed ten rebounds. He was another key player of Apoel, helping his team with a 107-95 win against the lower-ranked Etha (#7, 5-7). Many experts and fans count Apoel as a contender for championship title. Another victory and another confirmation that they may be right. Just look at their record: 10 victories and only one lost game. Thibodeaux has a great season in Cyprus. After 11 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 9.9rpg (4th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Tray Buchanan (185-G-1998) of AEL - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Madut Akec (201-F-1999) of Etha - 21 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Malik Curry (185-G-1999) of Etha - 30 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists 7. Stefanos Iliadis (185-PG-1994) of Apollon - 18 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists 8. Ja'Qualyn Gilbreath (188-G-1998) of APOP - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists 9. Taylor Adway (205-C-1996) of Apollon - 17 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Jaylen Key (203-F-1997) of Etha - 15 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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| Necas' double-double lands him U19 League (Second Stage) Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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18-year old forward Jakub Necas (198-F-2004) put on an amazing game in the last round for second-ranked Basket Brno and receives a Hoops Agents U19 League Player of the Week award for round 2 (Second Stage). He had a double-double of 19 points and 12 rebounds, while his team edged out Sokol Pisek (#4, 11-5) 94-90. Basket Brno is placed at 2nd position in Czech Republic U19 League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier in Second Stage. Basket Brno will need more victories to improve their 12-4 record. In the team's last game Necas had a remarkable 71.4% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Basket Brno, through which he has constantly improved. Second best performed player last round was Adam Ivanek (199-G-2004) of NH Ostrava. He is a guard in his 3rd season at NH Ostrava. In the last game Ivanek recorded impressive double-double of 35 points and 16 rebounds. Bad luck as NH Ostrava was edged by Tygri Praha (9-7) 93-91. 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. Ivanek is one of the most experienced players at NH Ostrava and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to guard Peter Kovacik (190-G-2005) of Group B second-best Nymburk. Kovacik showcased his all-around game by recording 28 points, nine rebounds and seven assists in the last round. He was a key player of Nymburk, leading his team to a 94-68 easy win against #3 ranked Opava in a game of the week. Nymburk needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in Group B. Their record at this point is 8 victories and 8 lost games. Kovacik has a great season in Czech Republic. After 16 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 4.1apg (6th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Dominik Mascuch (191-F) of Litomerice - 33 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Tomas Palas (190-F-2004) of USK Praha - 26 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists 6. Petr Stovicek (200-F-2004) of Sokol Prazsky - 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Ondrej Novak (180-G-2005) of Plzen - 9 points, 9 rebounds and 17 assists 8. Tadeas Slowiak (185-F/G-2004) of GBA Lions - 14 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists 9. Daniel Hejl (178-PG-2004) of Sokol Pisek - 24 points and 9 assists 10. Toms Linis (194-G-2005) of Pelhrimov - 23 points and 5 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Voslajer's double-double lands him 1Liga Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had a double-double of 29 points and 28 rebounds, while his team outclassed Pardubice (#8, 4-11) with 43-point margin 103-60. Zlin maintains the 4th position in their group in Czech Republic 1Liga. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Zlin will need more victories to improve their 10-6 record. In the team's last game Voslajer had a remarkable 69.2% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Zlin, through which he has constantly improved. Voslajer has impressive league stats. He leads league in rebounds with 15.6rpg. Voslajer is in league's top in and averages solid 62.2% FGP. Second best performed player last round was David Novak (195-F-2003) of Polabi. He is Slovakian forward in his second season at Polabi. In the last game Novak recorded impressive double-double of 31 points and 10 rebounds. Of course Polabi cruised to a 88-77 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked SP Basket (#9, 3-13). This victory allowed Polabi to move up to 3rd position in West. His team's 11-5 record is not bad at all. Novak is well-known at Polabi and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.5ppg (#5). His other stats are also decent: 7.3rpg and 5.1apg. Third place about best performers goes to guard Petr Krivanek (185-G-2003) of league's second-best Brno 2. Krivanek showcased his all-around game by recording 18 points, twelve rebounds (!!!) and seven assists in the last round. He was a key player of Brno 2, leading his team to a 96-70 easy win against the lower-ranked Ostrava (#9, 3-13). Brno 2 needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in East. Their record at this point is 12 victories and 4 lost games. Krivanek has a great season in Czech Republic. After 10 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 5.1apg (2nd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. David Nehoda (193-SF-1991) of Zlin - 28 points, 2 rebounds and 7 assists 5. Karel Ausprunk (202-C-1994) of Loko Plzen - 25 points and 11 rebounds 6. Dalibor Fait (203-PF-1993) of Sokol Pisek - 26 points and 3 rebounds 7. Adam Ruzicka (194-G-2004) of SP Basket - 21 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Jiri Stepanek (203-C-1998) of Ostrava - 24 points and 8 rebounds 9. Jiri Hlava (168-PG-2002) of Chomutov - 24 points and 2 assists 10. Martin Svoboda (202-C-2001) of Sokol Pisek - 17 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)
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| Sukhmail Mathon claims Czech Republic NBL Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 24-year old forward had a double-double of 23 points and fourteen rebounds, while his team beat Decin (#3, 12-6) 87-78. NH Ostrava maintains the 8th position in Czech Republic NBL. NH Ostrava is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 9-9 record. In the team's last game Mathon had a remarkable 90.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be NH Ostrava's top player in his first season with the team. Boston University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Mathon is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 9.8rpg) and averages solid 1.1bpg and 56.5% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was another NH Ostrava's star - young Bosnia and Herzegovina power forward Aleksandar Radukic (205-PF-1991, agency: 011 Sports). Radukic impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 22 points and 12 rebounds. Of course NH Ostrava cruised to a 87-78 relatively comfortable win over the higher-ranked Decin (#3, 12-6). NH Ostrava's 8th position in the standings has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 9-9 record is not bad and everything may still change. Radukic is well-known by NH Ostrava fans and together with Sukhmail Mathon they both established positions among team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.3ppg (#7). He also registered 7.5 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was Slovakian Jakub Mokran (200-F/C-1999) of Opava (#6). Mokran scored 24 points and grabbed ten rebounds. He was a key player of Opava, leading his team to a 95-76 easy win against the higher-ranked Brno (#1, 14-4). Opava needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 10 victories and 8 lost games. Mokran has a very solid season. In 17 games in Czech Republic he scored 15.1ppg. He also has 6.7rpg, FGP: 50.5% and 3PT: 42.4%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Ty Nichols (190-G-1996) of Decin - 29 points and 5 rebounds 5. Jakub Petras (209-F-1994) of Kolin - 20 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Robert Rikic (219-C-1990) of Pardubice - 19 points and 6 rebounds 7. Filip Halada (194-F-1992) of Olomoucko - 12 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Sreten Knezevic (206-F/C-1994) of Olomoucko - 14 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Nate Watson (208-C-1998) of Nymburk - 18 points and 3 rebounds 10. Dziugas Slavinskas (203-F-1998) of Kolin - 19 points and 6 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| APR Basketball Club tabs Rolly Fula Nganga - by Dimitri Chelidze | |
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APR-Basketball-Club (RBL) inked 29-year-old Congolese international 198cm forward Rolly Fula Nganga. Fula Nganga played recently at Bangui in the Central African D1 league. The last season he played at Fukash in the DR Congolese league where in 6 Basketball Africa League games he averaged an impressive 19.2ppg, 8.7rpg, 1.8apg, and 1.2spg. He also represented DR Congo at the Afrobasket Championship six years ago. His stats at that event were 4 games: 7.0ppg, 3.0rpg, FGP: 53.8%, 3PT: 25.0%, FT: 50.0%. Fula Nganga has played previously professionally in Algeria (GS Petroliers) and DR Congo (ASB Mazembe and ASB New Generation). |
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| LAT-EST BL round 19 best performance: Kristjan Kitsing - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 32-year old player was the main contributor (26 points, five rebounds) to his team's victory, helping them to crush BK Ogre (#7, 11-9) with 22-point margin 100-78. Kalev/Cramo is placed at 4th position in LAT-EST BL. They are still close to the very top. Kalev/Cramo would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 12-3 record. In the team's last game Kitsing had a remarkable six three-pointers out of 9 attempts. It's his second year at Kalev/Cramo and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Kristjan Kitsing averages this season 10.6ppg. The second best player in last round's games was young Croatian Matej Radunic (211-C-1996) of Keila. Radunic had a very good evening with 17 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as Keila lost that game 71-85 to the higher-ranked Rapla (#6, 12-8). Keila is still in a red zone at 12th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 6-12 record. Radunic is a newcomer at Keila, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.2ppg (#2). He also registered 7.6 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was Czech Republic center Ondrej Balvin (217-C-1992) of league's top team Prometey. Balvin scored 18 points and grabbed eight rebounds. He was a key player of Prometey, leading his team to a 104-75 easy win against the lower-ranked Valmiera Glass (#14, 3-15). Many experts and fans count Prometey as a contender for championship title. Another victory and another confirmation that they may be right. Just look at their record: 18 victories and only one lost game. They are currently at the very top of the standings. Balvin has a great season in LAT-EST BL. After 17 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 8.6rpg (6th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Antun Maricevic (208-C-1997) of Tarvas - 18 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Karlis Silins (209-C-1997) of Liepaja - 18 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Rait-Riivo Laane (179-PG-1993) of Rapla - 12 points, 3 rebounds and 11 assists 7. Emmanuel Wembi (205-C-1997) of Ventspils - 14 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Obrad Tomic (208-C-1993) of Rapla - 16 points and 9 rebounds 9. Caleb Agada (196-SF-1994) of Prometey - 10 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists 10. Gustavs Kampuss (190-SG-1999) of LU - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| U18 League Round 7: HITO keep a leadership position - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game had a very big importance for second-ranked HITO as it allowed them to take a leadership position. HITO smashed bottom-ranked BS/RIM II in Johvi 124-35. Undefeated HITO (6-0) have an impressive series of five victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Tarvas and Kalev. BS/RIM II at the other side still closes the standings with eight games lost. BS/RIM II will play next round against Kose/Rae trying to get back on the winning streak. HITO will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Top ranked Tartu/Metec (4-2) recorded its second loss on the court of eighth ranked BS/RIM. Visitors were defeated by BS/RIM 83-72. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Tartu/Metec. BS/RIM (2-4) moved-up to seventh place. Tartu/Metec at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost. They share it with SK Nord. BS/RIM will play against higher ranked Viimsi (#5) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Tartu/Metec will play against Keila (#4) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Very important is a road loss of second ranked Rapla (3-2) against fifth ranked Keila (3-3) on Sunday night. Visiting Rapla was defeated by Keila in Keila 78-60. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Rapla. Keila moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Kalev/Saaremaa. Loser Rapla dropped to the third position with two games lost. Keila will meet league's leader Tartu/Metec on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Rapla will play against Rakvere/Tarvas and hope to secure a win. Other games of round 7 were very predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Kalev defeated Kalev/Saaremaa in a road game 79-61. Rakvere/Tarvas was beaten by SK Nord at home 62-78. TalTech/Newox lost to undefeated Tarvas on the opponent's court 59-81. Winless BS/RIM II lost to undefeated Tarvas in a home game 39-103. Saku KK lost to undefeated Kalev on the road 65-77. TalTech/Newox lost to undefeated HITO on its own court 36-122. Saku KK was beaten by Kalev/Saaremaa in a road game 65-77. Kalev/Saaremaa destroyed TalTech/Newox at home 93-58. Winless BS/RIM II unfortunately lost to Saku KK on the opponent's court 59-74. TalTech/Newox managed to beat Saku KK in a home game 70-65. Kalev/Saaremaa crushed BS/RIM II on the road 91-52. Kalev/Saaremaa - Kalev 61-79 There was no surprise when 9th ranked Kalev/Saaremaa (3-3) was defeated at home by leader Kalev (6-0) 79-61 on Sunday. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Kalev. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with HITO and Tarvas. Kalev/Saaremaa lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the fourth place with three games lost. They share the position with Keila. Kalev will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kalev/Saaremaa will play against Tartu/Metec II (#7) and hope to secure a win. HITO - BS/RIM II 124-35 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked HITO as it allowed them to take a leadership position. HITO smashed bottom-ranked BS/RIM II in Johvi 124-35. HITO (6-0) have an impressive series of five victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Tarvas and Kalev. BS/RIM II at the other side still closes the standings with eight games lost. BS/RIM II will play next round against Kose/Rae trying to get back on the winning streak. HITO will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Rakvere/Tarvas - SK Nord 62-78 The game between closely ranked teams ended with third ranked SK Nord's (4-2) road victory over 4th placed Rakvere/Tarvas (2-3) 78-62 on Sunday. SK Nord used an opportunity after Tartu/Metec lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Loser Rakvere/Tarvas dropped to the fifth place with three games lost. They share the position with Viimsi. SK Nord will meet at home Reinar Halliku (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rakvere/Tarvas will play against Rapla and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Tarvas - TalTech/Newox 81-59 Very expected game when 12th ranked TalTech/Newox (1-7) was rolled over on the road by leader Tarvas (6-0) 81-59 on Sunday. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Tarvas. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with HITO and Kalev. TalTech/Newox lost their sixth game in a row. They dropped to the ninth place with seven games lost. Tarvas will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. TalTech/Newox will play against Kesklinna KK (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. BS/RIM - Tartu/Metec 83-72 Top ranked Tartu/Metec (4-2) recorded its second loss on the court of eighth ranked BS/RIM. Visitors were defeated by BS/RIM 83-72. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Tartu/Metec. BS/RIM (2-4) moved-up to seventh place. Tartu/Metec at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost. They share it with SK Nord. BS/RIM will play against higher ranked Viimsi (#5) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Tartu/Metec will play against Keila (#4) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Keila - Rapla 78-60 Very important is a road loss of second ranked Rapla (3-2) against fifth ranked Keila (3-3) on Sunday night. Visiting Rapla was defeated by Keila in Keila 78-60. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Rapla. Keila moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Kalev/Saaremaa. Loser Rapla dropped to the third position with two games lost. Keila will meet league's leader Tartu/Metec on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Rapla will play against Rakvere/Tarvas and hope to secure a win. BS/RIM II - Tarvas 39-103 Very predictable result when leader Tarvas (6-0) outscored on the road bottom-ranked BS/RIM II (0-8) 103-39 on Sunday. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Tarvas. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with HITO and Kalev. BS/RIM II lost their eighth game in a row. They still close the standings with eight games lost. Tarvas will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. BS/RIM II will play against Kose/Rae (#11) and hopes to get finally their first victory. Kalev - Saku KK 77-65 Not a big story in a game when 10th ranked Saku KK (1-5) was defeated on the road by leader Kalev (6-0) 77-65 on Sunday. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Kalev. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with HITO and Tarvas. Saku KK lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the eighth place with five games lost. Kalev will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Saku KK will play against Kalev/Estiko (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. TalTech/Newox - HITO 36-122 Everything went according to plan when leader HITO (6-0) outleveled on the road 12th ranked TalTech/Newox (1-7) 122-36 on Sunday. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for HITO. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Tarvas and Kalev. TalTech/Newox lost their sixth game in a row. They dropped to the ninth place with seven games lost. HITO will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. TalTech/Newox will play against Kesklinna KK (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Kalev/Saaremaa - Saku KK 77-65 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 10th ranked Saku KK's (1-5) road loss to ninth ranked Kalev/Saaremaa (3-3) 65-77 on Sunday. Kalev/Saaremaa moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Keila. Saku KK lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the eighth position with five games lost. Kalev/Saaremaa will meet at home Tartu/Metec II (#7) in the next round. Saku KK will play against Kalev/Estiko and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Kalev/Saaremaa - TalTech/Newox 93-58 No shocking result in a game when ninth ranked Kalev/Saaremaa (3-3) smashed at home 12th ranked TalTech/Newox (1-7) 93-58 on Saturday. Kalev/Saaremaa moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Keila. TalTech/Newox lost their sixth game in a row. They dropped to the ninth position with seven games lost. Kalev/Saaremaa will meet at home Tartu/Metec II (#7) in the next round. TalTech/Newox will play against Kesklinna KK and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Saku KK - BS/RIM II 74-59 The game between closely ranked teams ended with bottom-ranked BS/RIM II's (0-8) road loss to tenth ranked Saku KK (1-5) 59-74 on Saturday. Saku KK left bottom position moving up to eighth place. It was BS/RIM II's eighth loss in a row. They still close the standings with eight games lost. Saku KK will meet at home higher ranked Kalev/Estiko (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. BS/RIM II will play against Kose/Rae (#11) and hopes to get finally their first victory. TalTech/Newox - Saku KK 70-65 There was a small surprise when twelfth ranked TalTech/Newox (1-7) beat at home 10th ranked Saku KK (1-5) 70-65 on Saturday. TalTech/Newox left bottom position moving up to ninth place. It was Saku KK's third loss in a row. They dropped to the eighth position with five games lost. TalTech/Newox will meet Kesklinna KK (#10) in the next round. Saku KK will play against Kalev/Estiko and it may be a tough game between close rivals. BS/RIM II - Kalev/Saaremaa 52-91 Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked BS/RIM II (0-8) was outplayed at home by ninth ranked Kalev/Saaremaa (3-3) 91-52 on Saturday. Kalev/Saaremaa moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Keila. BS/RIM II lost their eighth game in a row. They still close the standings with eight games lost. Kalev/Saaremaa will meet at home Tartu/Metec II (#7) in the next round. BS/RIM II will play against Kose/Rae (#11) and hopes to get finally their first victory. |
| EUROCUP |
| Kristian Kullamae ( Panevezys 7bet-Lietkabelis) Has Benefited From Dad Gert's Knowledge Because He Had Seen It All In His Career - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber |
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Usually when something was long ago and it feels like it was yesterday, I will come up with 'man time really flies'. In a way it is hard to believe that I saw my first overseas basketball game live almost 20 years ago in Frankfurt. That was my introduction to German basketball and with me the rest is history. I'm still reporting and commentating games since that time. I recall that my first game was game 1 during the finals between the Opel Skyliners against GHP Bamberg as they were named then with legends like Dirk Bauermann, Demond Mallet and Steffen Hamann just to name a few, but there were many more. I would go on to see game 3 and then the exciting game 5 which would be the Opel Skyliners first BBL title. Even if time does fly, that really was a long time ago. What can I remember from game 5? Not much. I do know where I sat. I sat across from the visitor bench as it is today in the Fraport arena. I also remember taking a pic with Tyrone Ellis after the title win and one distant thing. I was sitting surprisingly in an area where many Bamberg fans were. They were known as very loud fanatics that loved their team. There is a reason why Bamberg is called Freak city. There was this passionate Bamberg fan that was chanting this name seemingly for the whole game. After a while the name was ringing in my head. I had had another experience like that during the 1989 Davis Cup semi-final match in Munich as Germany with Boris Becker faced Team USA with Andre Agassi and this German fan was chanting Eric Jelen the whole match. So back to the Bamberg fan. He was chanting Gert Kullamae and was wearing his jersey. Kullamae is a highly decorated player that had a 20 year professional career that saw him win 7 league titles in his homeland Estonia as well as titles in Holand, Belgium and Russia. He played in Bamberg from 2001-2004 and then closed out his career with Den Bosh and Tartu Rock and currently is a coach with BC Parnu. He was best known for shooting out the lights. Back in Bamberg he was teammates with the Latvian lion Uvis Helmanis and it isn't a surprise that both have produced off spring. Helmanis son Kris plays in Germany with Pro A team Tuebingen while Kullamae son Kristian is playing this season in Lithuania. When it comes to ex players seeing their sons play professionally, then I can say time flies. When I saw my first basketball experience in Germany and saw Gert Kullame play, son Kristian was only 5 years old. It's only obvious that he doesn't remember much from his father's days in Bamberg. '. I was too young. I have seen some videos from the tape when he was playing in Bamberg. He was a really good shooter, this you can notice immediately. But I don't remember much more. But I remember more my father's games at the end of the career when he played in Estonian club named Tartu Rock', remembered Kristian Kullamaee (194-PG-1999). He won't disagree with anyone saying that his dad was a massive help in his basketball development over the years. 'He has been huge part why I play basketball. Being in the practice gym with him as a small kid while he had practice probably from there I got the love for the game. When I was 8 years old I went to basketball practice and then everything started. He has never been like a 'real' coach for me. There has been other people. But he is more like in a 'helper' role. Whenever I need advice or feeling like practice individually he has got my back and helped me out. Especially in the summer. Because he was an excellent shooter we have practiced a lot of shooting coming off screens and off the dribble. Various of ways. But most important I would say is that I can just listen for his advice/experience. Because he has been through it all and now I try to go through it as well. I think it's a huge advantage for me that I have father like this who has seen it all', warned Kristian Kullamaee. Kristian Kullame who lists Lebron, Jordan, Kareem, and Magic on his personal NBA Mount Rushmore was born on May 25th, 1999 and is a 194cm guard. He began his basketball career with Audentese SG/Noortekoondis (Alexela KML). After getting his feet wet in the basketball world in his homeland, he then decided to take his first job abroad and went to Germany a place where his dad had celebrated success 15 years earlier. He played for BiG Oettinger Rockets Gotha (Germany-ProA) and had to experience some growing pains at first as he only averaged 3,9ppg, but got more playing time with the second team OeTTINGER Rockets Gotha 2 (Germany-2.Regionalliga) averaging 20.7ppg. Even if he didn't get many Pro A minutes that season, he was very fortunate to have had defense specialist Max DiLeo as a teammate who was instrumental for him in his first season abroad. 'I remember DiLeo really well. He was already then a really good player and even better person. He helped me as 17year old guy a lot. But the most what I remember about him is just with what kind of intensity and will he played on the defensive end He made all those small hustle plays for the team. The things you don't see in a stat sheet. He was a real team player and important piece. Both on the court and in the locker room as well', stated Kristian Kullamaee. In his second season he got his first taste of the easyCredit BBL as Gotha had moved up. He only played 11 games averaging 3,5ppg and 1,3rpg, but he will never forget playing his first BBL game against his dad's ex team Bamberg and scoring 10 points. 'It was definitely a cool experience. We had problems with injuries that time so I was lucky to get the chance. Bamberg was at the time a Euroleague team as well so playing vs them was cool, expressed Kristian Kullamaee. He once again also played for Gotha's second team in the Regionalliga averaging : 21.0ppg, 5.7rpg, 4.0apg, 1.7spg, FGP: 56.4%, 3PT: 36.3%, FT: 75.0%, In his third season, he went to play for Baunach and made his break through in the Pro A averaging 13.4ppg, 2.7rpg, 3.5apg, FGP: 53.7%, 3PT: 31.9%, FT: 77.2%. He scored in double figures in 22 of 29 games including a 34 point explosion against Trier and super games against Artland with 24 points and 10 dimes and 24 points and 14 assists against Tuebingen back to back. He looks back fondly at his time in Germany from 2016-2019 which was a time where his game developed well. 'This was my first time out of Estonia. I left Estonia when I was 17. In those next 3 years I was able to play in many different leagues started from BBL and finishing u19. It was such a very valuable time and from there I got the first taste what it looks like to be a professional basketball player and how does this basketball world really works', stressed Kristian Kullamaee. The Eurocup guard who lists Doncic and Giannis as the toughest players he has ever faced then left Germany and made the next step in his career playing 2 years in the Spanish Leb Gold. One would have thought that he might try to stay in Germany and go to another BBL team, but his goal was something totally different. 'After my contract in Germany was finished I signed with a Spanish agency and my goal was to make it to ACB. So the decision to move to Spain came from there. So everything was really logical for me. I don't remember that much if I had offers from Germany because I had a goal to move to Spain', expressed Kristian Kullamaee. In his first season he played for Real Canoe Madrid (Spain-LEB Gold 11.9ppg, 2.2rpg, 1.5apg, FGP: 55.5%, 3PT: 36.8%, FT: 75.8% and in his second season played for Palmer Alma Mediterranea Palma (LEB Gold) averaging 16.0ppg, 3.3rpg, 2.3apg, Steals-3 (1.6spg), FGP: 49.1%, 3PT: 31.2%, FT: 88.9%. In his 2 years in the Leb Gold he played 53 games and scored in double figures in 40 games. He had masterful games against Real Canoe with 27 points and hit Granada and Oviedo for 25 points apiece and Breogan for 24 points. Playing in the Leb Gold was the right decision in his basketball journey at that time. 'I think Leb gold for a young player is a good league. I went there when I was 20 so definitely I improved a lot. I had in both teams amazing coaching staffs with who I had time to practice a lot of hours. Because in Leb there is mostly 1 game a week it gives you time to develop individually a lot. So I tried to really get myself ready for next steps', stated Kristian Kullamaee. The Estonian national player has played with many great teammates and has special love for a few of them. 'I would play with 3 guards. My first guard would be Tyrese Rice. I was in a Brose Bamberg youth program so I got the chance to share the court with him in practice and that was amazing. He is one of the most skilled guards I have ever seen. The second guard is Vitor Benite from Burgos. And the third is Retin Obasohan with whom I was in Erfurt and who now is in Asvel. And for big guys I would put first Augustin Rubit. I was with him also in Bamberg. He was definitely the most skilled big I have shared the court with even if it was only in practice. And the other big guy would be Estonian legend Kristian Kangur who was also in Euroleague for some years. Playing in national team with him was amazing. I learnt a lot from him. He is a true professional', warned Kristian Kullamaee. He has played with many great players in the Estonian national team. He played with the youth U-16, U-18 and U-20 teams. He already had a lot of success in early years winning the Euro Gold at the U-16 and Bronze at the Euro 18 and was always a key figure on the team. He made his debut in the men's Estonian national team in 2018 and has seen how the country has made strides in the last years with a talented core of guys with Henri Drell, Maik Kalev Kotsar and himself. 'Basketball in Estonia has a really interesting times right now. We have plenty of talented young players who try to get to the highest stage in Europe. I think Eurobasket 2022 showed it. We have potential to do really big things. So we need to hope that all players find teams where they have an important role and can develop. We definitely have potential for it', warned Kristian Kullamaee. One player that people should keep an eye on is current NCAA player Kerr Krissa who is playing at Arizona. 'He is definitely a really talented player. His father was a professional player as well so you can see basketball is in his DNA. I am happy for him that he has such a big role in such a big college like Arizona, I'm sure he will get most out of it. Playing with him made my life way easier because I could play off the ball as well. Without him we lack in national team little bit creating off the dribble so he helped in such a part a lot. I'm sure that in the next games we already know even more what to expect about each other on the floor. It is definitely important for us to have him on the national team', stressed Kristian Kullamaee. He was part of the 2022 Euro Cinderella run where Estonia posted a 3-2 record and lost to Greece. He had a solid Euro averaging 7,0ppg,2,8rpg and 4,6apg. He scored 14 points in a huge 73-70 victory over Croatia. His biggest moment was playing against Luka Doncic in an exhibition game prior to the Euro 2022. 'Playing against one of the best players in the world is amazing. Getting a chance to compete vs such level player is definitely a thing I will remember all my life. He is so skilled on the ball and the pace he is playing at. You never can force him out of his pace is crazy. Everything looks so easy and slow for him on the court', warned Kristian Kullamaee. Last season the versatile guard who believes that Luka Doncic could one day become the GOAT if he stays healthy made the next giant step in his career reaching the best club league in Europe with the Spanish ACB playing with Hereda San Pablo Burgos. He played only 15 games averaging 3.3ppg, 1.1apg; and played 4 Basketball Champions League games averaging 8.8ppg, 1.8rpg. It is a time that will be on his resume and he has to accept it. 'This season was not a success story for me and for the team as well. I think everything happens for a reason. I don't want to focus on it too much. I would rather focus on the present because like I said I have an amazing chance here in Lietkabelis', said Kristian Kullamaee. There was a very competitive guard rotation in Burgos with Eddie Jarrell, Alex Renfroe and Tyus Mcghee and he got lost in the shuffle. 'Because in ACB and Champions league there is a foreigner rule somebody needed to be out of the roster. As we had too many foreigners somebody was out. Competition for these spots was really big. So mostly I was the guy who did not make it. Because I competed with amazing players. I learnt a lot from players like Benite and Renfroe for example. Being with them on a daily bases as a 22 year old player gives you a lot. For sure valuable time and it helped me a lot to become more mature player', remembered Kristian Kullamaee. He had some solid games like scoring 10 points against Manresa, but he will never forget putting up 8/4/4 stats in his ACB debut against Real Madrid in a losing cause. ' One of my goals was to be able to play in ACB and I was able to fulfil it. As it was vs such an historic club as Real Madrid made it even more special. Definitely something I will remember all my life. Being able to play vs such players like Walter Tavares for example was really cool', added Kristian Kullamaee. This season he made the jump to Panevezys 7bet-Lietkabelis (Lithuania-LKL) and even if it may seem like a little step back from the ACB to the Eurocup, sometimes one has to make a step back in order to gain 2 steps ahead in the future. Just ask Kameron Taylor who played his rookie season in Germany in the Pro A and then took a step back and played Pro B and then within 3 seasons reached the Euroleague with Maccabi Tel Aviv. Taylor will never forget just how valuable his time was with the Dragons Rhondorf in his career. The Estonian guard has made another new break through this season in Lithuania once again. 'I can say I'm really happy for it. I think it's the right spot for me at this point of my career. My goal was to play in good competition, what Eurocup and LKL definitely is. So I try to get the most out of it. And yes I agree that I am experiencing a real breakthrough. Because I have never played such an important role in such a competition. I have played important roles in Spain and Germany second divisions but this is something different. I think I have played alright but I personally think I have even more potential individually and as a team too. Hopefully in the end of the season I can say that I made an even bigger step forward both as a team and individually. So definitely exciting time right now for me', warned Kristian Kullamaee. His game has totally taken off in Lithuania's first division where he is averaging 14,0ppg, 3,3rpg, 3,6apg and 1,1spg while shooting 46% from outside while in the Eurocup he is also holding his own averaging 11,4ppg, 2,7rpg, 3,9apg and 1,9spg. He has benefited totally from the collective team ball that the team has played and ex Alba berlin player Nenad Cenak who is the head coach. 'He was the person who invited me here this season. He saw potential in me and I really appreciate that he gave this amazing opportunity for me. I try to make the most out of it and help him/team as much I Can. I would say that he really knows how to give player freedom and keep him in the system at the same time. I think this is the biggest key. Everything looks really natural with him', stressed Kristian Kullamaee. The guard keeps climbing the basketball ladder and his focus and desire and hunger will always remain massive, because despite having a famous dad, nothing was ever given to him in his basketball career. 'I think nothing in life is for granted. You need to work hard to achieve your goals. And this is not only in basketball, in life overall as well. My goal was always to become a professional basketball player since I was really young. I have been in the basketball gym since a very young age, because of my father. So desire for basketball came really naturally to me and I have always been trying to get most out of it', warned Kristian Kullamaee. After 3 years being away from Germany, he is back again facing ratiopharm Ulm in a Eurocup game this week. He will be motivated and ready to show everyone in Germany how his game has developed since then and will continue to keep the Kullamae name in top standing in the basketball circles. |
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| Pastik's double-double lands him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Forward Luukas Pastik (F) had a very impressive game in the last round for Tartu and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 15. He had a double-double of 12 points and 14 rebounds, while his team beat Ura Basket (#30, 3-5) 47-36. Tartu maintains the 4th position in EYBL U16 . They would have been even better if they did not have these two lost games earlier in Regular Season. Tartu will need more victories to improve their 7-2 record. It was one of impressive evenings for Pastik as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Pastik has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (8th best: 8.1rpg). Second best performed player last round was Ainardas Misius of Taurage. He is a in his first season at Taurage. In the last game Misius recorded impressive double-double of 18 points and 11 rebounds. Of course he led Taurage to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Cesis (#19, 4-6) 74-47. Taurage's 5th position in the standings has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 7-3 record is not bad and everything may still change. Misius is a newcomer at Taurage and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to guard Kaur Tomann (191-G-2007) of Audentes (#9). Tomann showcased his all-around game by recording 17 points, eleven rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of Audentes, leading his team to a 78-49 easy win against the lower-ranked Blackeberg (#31, 3-7). Audentes 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. Tomann has a great season in EYBL U16. After only 9 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.4ppg (3rd best) and rebounds with 8.8rpg (3rd best). He also has 1.2bpg, FGP: 54.2% and 3PT: 43.3%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Giorgi Nikolaevi) of Georgia - 19 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Roman Avdejev) of RHKK - 9 points and 16 rebounds 6. Ralfs Rudusans (F) of DSN - 15 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Markuss Sipko (2007) of BVBS - 11 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Kipras Redeckas) of V.Knasiaus - 19 points and 3 rebounds 9. Mantas Siaulaitis) of Zalgiris - 9 points, 15 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Remi Rumm (2007) of RHKK - 11 points, 5 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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| Round 16: Taurage is defeated by Zalgiris in a derby game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most interesting game of round 16 was a derby match between two teams from Lithuania. The game took place in Kaunas where third ranked Zalgiris won against visiting Taurage (7-3) 62-55. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Taurage. The hosts trailed by 9 points after three quarters before their 27-11 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Worth to mention a great performance of Nedas Orlickas who helped to win the game recording 21 points and Kristupas Miselis who added 13 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Zalgiris' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Pijus Simasius responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Zalgiris (9-1) have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with DSN and RHKK. Taurage at the other side keeps the fifth place with three games lost. One of the most interesting games of round 16 was a derby match between two teams from Latvia. The game took place in Riga where first ranked DSN outleveled host Ridzene (2-13) 79-55. The winners were led by Oto Bergmanis who scored that evening 16 points and Ralfs Rudusans supported him with 12 points and 5 rebounds. Even 12 points and 9 rebounds by Rihards Ivanovs (-2007) did not help to save the game for Ridzene. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. DSN (9-1) have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position, which they share with Zalgiris and RHKK. Ridzene at the other side keeps the 37th place with 13 games lost. One of the most interesting games of round 16 was a derby match between two teams from Latvia. The game took place in Valmeira where thirtieth ranked Cesis won against host BVBS (3-7) 55-45. Markuss Berkolts fired 12 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Markuss Sipko produced 10 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Cesis (4-6) moved-up to nineteenth place. BVBS lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the 31th position with seven games lost. They share it with Blackeberg. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 16: Honka lost to Ura Basket on the opponent's court 59-63. Winless Boler was outscored by RHKK in a home game 46-76. Blackeberg managed to beat Ukraine 2004 on the road 48-45. Audentes crushed Tartu on its own court 68-45. The most impressive stats of the last round was 26 points and 8 rebounds by Kaur Tomann of Audentes. Ura Basket - Honka 63-59 OT Very expected game in Kaarinan where 45th ranked Finnish Honka (1-7) was defeated by 35th ranked Polish Ura Basket (3-5) 63-59 on Sunday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. The hosts trailed by 2 points at the halftime before their 16-13 charge in the third quarter, which allowed them to tie the game at the end of regular time. They were better in overtime eventually winning that period 6-2. Ura Basket forced 24 Honka turnovers. Verneri Virtanen fired 14 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Lucas Kalliomaki chipped in 14 points. Samu Adler produced 18 points and 5 assists and Axel Gronroos added 6 points and 10 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Ura Basket moved-up to thirtieth place. Loser Honka keeps the 45th position with seven games lost. Top scorers: Ura Basket: K.Lucas 14+4reb+1ast, V.Verneri 14+6reb+7ast, G.Benjamin 9+8reb+1ast, E.Jesse 8+1reb+1ast, H.Terell 6+1reb+2ast, S.Reino 4+1reb+2ast Honka: A.Samu 18+4reb+5ast, G.Axel 6+10reb+1ast, V.Marius 6+1reb, R.Theo 6+3reb+2ast, P.Peedu 6+2reb+2ast, M.Eetu 5+2reb+1ast Zalgiris - Taurage 62-55 The most interesting game of round 16 was a derby match between two teams from Lithuania. The game took place in Kaunas where third ranked Zalgiris won against visiting Taurage (7-3) 62-55. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Taurage. The hosts trailed by 9 points after three quarters before their 27-11 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Worth to mention a great performance of Nedas Orlickas who helped to win the game recording 21 points and Kristupas Miselis who added 13 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Zalgiris' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Pijus Simasius responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and Ainardas Misius scored 13 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Zalgiris (9-1) have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with DSN and RHKK. Taurage at the other side keeps the fifth place with three games lost. Top scorers: Zalgiris: O.Nedas 21+2reb+3ast, M.Kristupas 13+9reb, P.Mikas 9+9reb+2ast, U.Dominykas 7+4reb+1ast, K.Zigmas 4+5reb+5ast, S.Mantas 4 Taurage: S.Pijus 13+10reb+4ast, M.Ainardas 13+6reb+4ast, S.Jonas 11+3reb, R.Tautvydas 8+4reb+6ast, K.Armandas 8+6reb, S.Titas 2+1reb Boler - RHKK 46-76 Very predictable result in Oslo where second ranked Estonian RHKK (9-1) smashed bottom-ranked Norwegian Boler (0-10) 76-46 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by RHKK. Boler managed to win second period 14-12. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Boler to just 7 points in fourth quarter. RHKK forced 26 Boler turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Boler's players. Karel Parnpuu (-2007) fired 19 points for the winners. Erik-Ernst Edovald (-2007) chipped in 15 points and 7 steals. Marius Carlsen produced 9 points and 6 rebounds and Jan Prus added 5 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. RHKK have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Zalgiris and DSN. Loser Boler still closes the standings with ten games lost. Top scorers: RHKK: P.Karel 19+2reb+3ast, E.Erik-Ernst 15+4reb+2ast, A.Willem 10+1reb+2ast, A.Roman 9+5reb, K.Andries 9+2reb+6ast, P.Hendrik 7+6reb Boler: C.Marius 9+6reb+2ast, S.Fredrik 7+4reb+1ast, A.Matei 6+2reb+2ast, P.Jan 5+8reb, G.Matthew 4+1reb+1ast, H.Morten 4+3reb Ridzene - DSN 55-79 One of the most interesting games of round 16 was a derby match between two teams from Latvia. The game took place in Riga where first ranked DSN outleveled host Ridzene (2-13) 79-55. The game was mostly controlled by DSN. Ridzene was better in third quarter 15-14. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The winners were led by Oto Bergmanis who scored that evening 16 points and forward Ralfs Rudusans supported him with 12 points and 5 rebounds. Four DSN players scored in double figures. Even 12 points and 9 rebounds by Rihards Ivanovs (-2007) did not help to save the game for Ridzene. Renars Jasans (-2007) added 15 points and 5 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. DSN (9-1) have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position, which they share with Zalgiris and RHKK. Ridzene at the other side keeps the 37th place with 13 games lost. Top scorers: DSN: B.Oto 16+4reb+3ast, R.Ralfs 12+5reb+2ast, Z.Edijs 12+3reb+3ast, N.Pauls 11+5reb+2ast, K.Gustavs 8+3reb, B.Toms 7+2reb+1ast Ridzene: J.Renars 15+5reb, I.Rihards 12+9reb+3ast, F.Roberts 9+4reb+1ast, A.Eduards 8+6reb+1ast, G.Kristaps 5+1reb, P.Kristers 2+1ast Ukraine 2004 - Blackeberg 45-48 There was an upset in Kyiv where higher ranked Ukrainian Ukraine 2004 (6-4) was edged by 36th ranked Swedish Blackeberg (3-7) 48-45 on Sunday. The guests started the game with a very strong first quarter 18-8. But Ukraine 2004 won second period 8-6. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The game was decided in the last minutes when Blackeberg won last quarter 15-14. They held Ukraine 2004 to an opponent 24.3 percent shooting from the field compared to 42.9 percent accuracy of the winners. Strangely Ukraine 2004 outrebounded Blackeberg 45-32 including a 22-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Axel Grytberg fired 11 points for the winners. Joel Jordell chipped in 8 points and 6 rebounds. Blackeberg's coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Roman Potieiev (-2007) produced 20 points and 5 rebounds and Daniil Yefimov added 7 points and 11 rebounds respectively for lost side. Blackeberg moved-up to 31th place, which they share with BVBS. Defending Ukrainian champion Ukraine 2004 keeps the sixth position with four games lost. Top scorers: Blackeberg: G.Axel 11+4reb+1ast, J.Markus 9+2reb+2ast, R.Noel 8+7reb, J.Joel 8+6reb+1ast, H.Parker 4+3reb+2ast, S.Taoheed 4+4reb+1ast Ukraine 2004: P.Roman 20+5reb+2ast, Y.Daniil 7+11reb+1ast, S.Ivan 5+8reb, H.Iliia 5+4reb+3ast, R.Oleksandr 4+1reb, P.Ostap 2+5reb+1ast BVBS - Cesis 45-55 One of the most interesting games of round 16 was a derby match between two teams from Latvia. The game took place in Valmeira where thirtieth ranked Cesis won against host BVBS (3-7) 55-45. BVBS was tied after three quarters but could not keep up in the last quarter eventually losing the game. They outrebounded BVBS 44-18 including a 27-11 advantage in defensive rebounds. Markuss Berkolts (-2007) fired 12 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Tomass Kvasts (-2007) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. Markuss Sipko (-2007) produced 10 points and 7 rebounds and Markuss Toms added 14 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Cesis (4-6) moved-up to nineteenth place. BVBS lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the 31th position with seven games lost. They share it with Blackeberg. Top scorers: Cesis: B.Markuss 12+8reb+5ast, K.Tomass 12+10reb+1ast, C.Valters 10+5reb+1ast, M.Ervins 8+5reb+3ast, M.Reds 7+8reb+4ast, T.Arturs 4+5reb BVBS: T.Markuss 14+1reb+2ast, S.Markuss 10+7reb+2ast, Z.Ricards 9+7reb+1ast, A.Ernests 5, K.Marcis 3, C.Martins 2 Audentes - Tartu 68-45 There was a surprise result in Tallinn where seventeenth ranked Audentes (5-4) outscored higher ranked Tartu (7-2) 68-45 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by Audentes. Tartu managed to win fourth quarter 17-7. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Tartu to just 6 points in third quarter. Guard Kaur Tomann (191-2007) fired 26 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Thor-Andreas Perv (-2007) chipped in 11 points and 8 rebounds. Four Audentes players scored in double figures. Ukrainian Vladyslav Sinnik (-2007) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds and guard Tanel Lepp (185-2007) added 8 points and 4 steals respectively for lost side. Audentes have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to ninth place. Loser Tartu keeps the fourth position with two games lost. Top scorers: Audentes: T.Kaur 26+8reb+3ast, S.Holger 14+2reb, O.Rasmus 11+6reb+1ast, P.Thor-Andreas 11+8reb+2ast, T.Ott-Kou 3+4reb+1ast, K.Hugo-Elmar 2+2reb+1ast Tartu: S.Vladyslav 13+12reb+1ast, L.Tanel 8+3reb+1ast, K.Eerik-Partel 8+1reb, P.Luukas 6+6reb, T.Mattis 5+3ast, K.Kaspar 5+3reb+1ast |
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| Latauskas' 25 points and 7 rebounds give him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Pijus Latauskas put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for second-ranked SKM and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 13. He had the game-high 25 points adding seven rebounds for SKM in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Liepaja (#11, 5-3) 68-65. SKM was forced-out from the top positions in EYBL U17. They are still close to the very top. SKM would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 8-2 record. It was one of impressive evenings for Latauskas as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Pijus Latauskas averages this season 10.7ppg and 6.0rpg. Second best performed player last round was Kristupas Grybas (2006) of V.Knasiaus. He is a in his first season at V.Knasiaus. In the last game Grybas recorded impressive 17 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists. Of course he led V.Knasiaus to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Vilniaus KM (#45, 1-9) 71-35. This victory allowed V.Knasiaus to move up to 5th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 6-3 record is not bad and everything may still change. Grybas is a newcomer at V.Knasiaus and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to guard Martins Kilups (185-PG-2006) of Liepaja (#11). Kilups showcased his all-around game by recording 19 points, eight rebounds and four assists in the last round. Despite Kilups' great performance Liepaja lost 65-68 to the higher-ranked SKM (#2, 8-2). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing Liepaja needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 5 victories and 3 lost games. Kilups has a great season in EYBL U17. After only 8 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 20.6ppg (3rd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Justas Dargevicius (2006) of V.Knasiaus - 12 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists 5. Maksym Ishchenko) of Vilniaus KM - 28 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Matas Staugaitis (2006) of V.Knasiaus - 12 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Aleks Simsons (176-G-2006) of DSN Riga - 14 points and 6 rebounds 8. Rudolfs Millers) of Liepaja - 13 points and 4 rebounds 9. Vytautas Mizgiris) of V.Knasiaus - 10 points and 4 rebounds 10. Simonas Svelnys) of SKM - 14 points and 2 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Finnish 1st Division B round 13 best performance: Jan-Viljam Homanen (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Guard Jan-Viljam Homanen (193-G-2002) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Team Pajulahti, receiving a Hoops Agents 1st Division B Player of the Week award for round 13. The 20-year old player had a double-double of 41 points and 10 rebounds, while his team outclassed Pantterit (#6, 7-5) with 39-point margin 116-77. Team Pajulahti maintains the 13th position in Finnish 1st Division B. Team Pajulahti is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 5-8 record. In the team's last game Homanen had a remarkable 68.8% from 2-point range and got five three-pointers out of 10 attempts. He turned to be Team Pajulahti's top player in his first season with the team. Jan-Viljam Homanen averages this season 18.3ppg and 6.5rpg. The second best player in last round's games was young Riku Korhonen (192-G-2004) of Leppavaaran P.. Korhonen had a very good evening with 33 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. It was enough for Leppavaaran P. to edge slightly higher-ranked Kataja Ta. (#8, 6-6) in overtime 68-66. Leppavaaran P.'s 10th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 6-7 record. Korhonen is one of the most experienced players at Leppavaaran P. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third on the list of top players last round was guard Leo Nordberg (185-G-2004) of MuKi (#15). Nordberg showcased his all-around game by recording 28 points, five rebounds and eight assists in the last round. He was a key player of MuKi, leading his team to a 97-87 overtime win against the higher-ranked Westside ET (#12, 5-8). MuKi can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 3-10 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. The season just started for Nordberg as he played only first game. But it already looks like he can be team's leader. Other top performing players last week: 4. Woeyram Bani (184-G-2001) of Westside ET - 22 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Arinze Obiora (196-F-1997) of HyPo - 23 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Jake Newman (198-F-1994) of Karkkila - 24 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Alexander Aglassinger (198-C-2001) of MuKi - 14 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Teemu Ritanotko (202-C/F-1994) of Ura Basket - 10 points, 18 rebounds and 5 assists 9. Patrik Poutiainen (198-F-2001) of PeU-Basket - 20 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Ladavius Draine (193-G) of PeU-Basket - 23 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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| 1st Division A Round 13: Jyvaskyla BA is upset by Huima - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game between second ranked Jyvaskyla BA (9-4) and sixth ranked Huima (8-4) was the most important one in the last round on Tuesday night. Jyvaskyla BA was defeated by Huima in a tough game in Aanekoski 84-93. The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Jyvaskyla BA won third quarter 24-17. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Huima made 24-of-29 free shots (82.8 percent) during the game. Huima outrebounded Jyvaskyla BA 49-37 including 35 on the defensive glass. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Huima made 7 blocks. 29 personal fouls committed by Jyvaskyla BA helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American guard Zach Naylor (203, college: Tarleton St.) fired a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!), 21 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 blocks for the winners. His fellow American import guard Deontaye Buskey (185, college: Charleston So.) chipped in 16 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. point guard Juuso Salmi (188-2004) produced 12 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. Jyvaskyla BA's coach Mikko Tupamaki rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Huima moved-up to third place, which they share with HNMKY. Jyvaskyla BA at the other side keeps the second position with four games lost. Huima's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Aanekoski to the arena Kipina. An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Helsinki. First ranked Bisons faced 3rd placed HNMKY. Guests from Loimaa (11-2) defeated host HNMKY (8-4) 81-70. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of HNMKY. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Santeri Makkonen (195-2001) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and 5 rebounds. Louis Rucklin contributed with 14 points and 7 assists for the winners. Center Henri Mennander (204-2003) answered with 24 points and 7 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) for HNMKY. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Bisons maintains first place with 11-2 record. HNMKY at the other side keeps the third position with four games lost. They share it with Huima. Bisons will play against league's second-placed Jyvaskyla BA on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. HNMKY's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Helsinki to the arena ToPo Juniorit. The game in Tampere supposed to be also quite interesting. Sixth ranked Kipina (8-5) played at the court of 8th ranked Pyrinto Ak.A (6-6). Kipina smashed Pyrinto Ak.A 103-71 on Friday. ArMond Davis stepped up and scored 40 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds (on 16-of-21 shooting from the field) for the winners. At the losing side Roni Ahvenjarvi responded with 23 points and 5 rebounds. Kipina moved-up to fifth place, which they share with ToPo Juniorit. Pyrinto Ak.A lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with six games lost. Kipina's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Aanekoski Huima. Other games of round 13 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Jyvaskyla BA crushed Raiders Basket in a road game 89-69. ToPo Juniorit smashed Kristika Turku at home 106-72. Oulun Bball destroyed Kouvot Ak. on the opponent's court 88-68. Raiders Basket - Jyvaskyla BA 69-89 There was no surprise in Jarvenpaa where 12th ranked Raiders Basket (2-11) was crushed by second ranked Jyvaskyla BA (9-4) 89-69 on Friday. Jyvaskyla BA looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Oliver Kanden (198-2004) stepped up and scored 23 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and Lauri Jantti (202-1998) chipped in 17 points and 8 rebounds. Jyvaskyla BA's coach Mikko Tupamaki used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side American forward Devaughn Jenkins (201-1995, college: Angelo St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 12 rebounds and the other American import guard Jordan Perkins (185-1998, college: Longwood) scored 17 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. Jyvaskyla BA maintains second place with 9-4 record having just two points less than leader Bisons. Loser Raiders Basket stay at the bottom position with 11 games lost. Jyvaskyla BA will meet at home league's leader Bisons in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Raiders Basket will play against HBA-Marsky (#7) in Helsinki and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Raiders Basket: D.Jenkins 30+12reb, J.Perkins 17+9reb+7ast, K.Teemu 9+2reb+1ast, M.Ojala 6+5reb+2ast, J.Juusela 3+3reb+4ast, S.Saari 2+3reb+1ast Jyvaskyla BA: K.Oliver 23+6reb+1ast, J.Lauri 17+8reb+1ast, T.Kuukkanen 15+3reb+4ast, K.Kalle 10+3reb+2ast, A.Elmeri 8+8reb+3ast, S.Juuso 7+6reb+3ast Pyrinto Ak.A - Kipina 71-103 The game in Tampere supposed to be also quite interesting. Sixth ranked Kipina (8-5) played at the court of 8th ranked Pyrinto Ak.A (6-6). Kipina smashed Pyrinto Ak.A 103-71 on Friday. The game without a history. Kipina led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Pyrinto Ak.A's 30. They outrebounded Pyrinto Ak.A 42-26 including a 33-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. Kipina shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 56.5 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by Pyrinto Ak.A's players. American guard ArMond Davis (196-1995, college: UCSB) stepped up and scored 40 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds (on 16-of-21 shooting from the field) for the winners and his fellow American import guard Brian Cameron (188-1997, college: Wesley) chipped in 20 points, 7 rebounds and 11 assists. Davis is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Kipina players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Roni Ahvenjarvi (197-2002) responded with 23 points and 5 rebounds and forward Arttu Pitkanen (194-2003) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Kipina moved-up to fifth place, which they share with ToPo Juniorit. Pyrinto Ak.A lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with six games lost. Kipina's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Aanekoski Huima. Top scorers: Pyrinto Ak.A: A.Roni 23+5reb+1ast, P.Arttu 14+5reb+3ast, J.Lawrence 12+6reb+3ast, W.Kion 7+2reb+4ast, T.Heikkila 5+3reb+2ast, E.Aaron 5+2reb+1ast Kipina: A.Davis 40+6reb+2ast, B.Cameron 20+7reb+11ast, C.Paul 13+12reb+10ast, V.Ville 12+5reb+3ast, S.Mantymaa 8+1reb+1ast, S.Oskari 6+1reb ToPo Juniorit - Kristika Turku 106-72 No shocking result in a game in Helsinki where sixth ranked ToPo Juniorit (8-5) smashed 10th ranked Kristika Turku (3-11) 106-72 on Saturday. The game without a history. ToPo Juniorit led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. ToPo Juniorit forced 19 Kristika Turku turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 34 assists comparing to just 19 passes made by Kristika Turku's players. Guard Leo Nordberg (185-2004) stepped up and scored 31 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners and forward Eldar Skamo (198-1986) chipped in 16 points, 13 rebounds and 11 assists. Five ToPo Juniorit players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Joona Airenne (200) responded with 21 points and 5 rebounds and swingman Teemu Sulonen (188-1994) scored 19 points and 7 assists. Kristika Turku's coach Juha Ruohonen gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. ToPo Juniorit have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Kipina. Loser Kristika Turku dropped to the eleventh position with 11 games lost. ToPo Juniorit's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Helsinki HNMKY. Top scorers: Kristika Turku: J.Airenne 21+5reb+2ast, T.Sulonen 19+2reb+7ast, T.Lauri 9+6reb+2ast, V.Hanninen 6+3reb+3ast, S.Matias 6+3reb, N.Jan 5+4reb ToPo Juniorit: N.Leo 31+6reb+9ast, E.Skamo 16+13reb+11ast, V.Wuorenjuuri 15+4ast, A.Michelsen 14+11reb+5ast, K.Engelvuori 14+1reb, E.Sahlberg 5+1reb+1ast Kouvot Ak. - Oulun Bball 68-88 There was a minor upset in Kouvola where 9th ranked Kouvot Ak. (4-9) was rolled over by eleventh ranked Oulun Bball (3-10) 88-68 on Sunday. The guests trailed by 1 point after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 5-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 88-68. American guard Tai Bibbs (191, college: Howard) stepped up and scored 22 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and his fellow American import forward Khalyl Waters (196-1998, college: Troy) chipped in 26 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side center Veeti Helakorpi (206-2002) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and forward Teemu Kristeri (195-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Oulun Bball moved-up to tenth place. Kouvot Ak. lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with nine games lost. Oulun Bball will meet Kristika Turku (#11) in the next round. Kouvot Ak. will play against Pyrinto Ak.A and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Kouvot Ak.: R.Daniel 17+3reb+1ast, H.Veeti 15+12reb, K.Teemu 13+11reb, E.Patrik 11+2reb+3ast, B.Hodges 6+6reb+3ast, S.Eemeli 5+7reb Oulun Bball: K.Waters 26+7reb+1ast, T.Bibbs 22+9reb+6ast, J.Baker Jr. 15+13reb+3ast, J.Eskola 14+1reb, R.Johannes 6+7reb+1ast, A.Angalo 3+3reb HNMKY - Bisons 70-81 An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Helsinki. First ranked Bisons faced 3rd placed HNMKY. Guests from Loimaa (11-2) defeated host HNMKY (8-4) 81-70. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of HNMKY. The game was mostly controlled by Bisons. HNMKY was better in third quarter 23-14. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They made 17-of-21 charity shots (81.0 percent) during the game. Bisons forced 20 HNMKY turnovers and outrebounded them 36-23 including 16 on the offensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Santeri Makkonen (195-2001) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and 5 rebounds. French point guard Louis Rucklin (175-1999) contributed with 14 points and 7 assists for the winners. Center Henri Mennander (204-2003) answered with 24 points and 7 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) and point guard Lenni Hervola (179-2003) added 15 points and 4 assists in the effort for HNMKY. Five Bisons and four HNMKY players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Bisons maintains first place with 11-2 record. HNMKY at the other side keeps the third position with four games lost. They share it with Huima. Bisons will play against league's second-placed Jyvaskyla BA on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. HNMKY's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Helsinki to the arena ToPo Juniorit. Top scorers: HNMKY: M.Henri 24+7reb, H.Lenni 15+2reb+4ast, T.Leevi-Matias 12+1reb+1ast, S.Makela 10+5reb+2ast, V.Roni 4+2reb+2ast, R.Thomas 2+1reb+1ast Bisons: S.Makkonen 21+5reb+1ast, V.Heinonen 15+3reb, L.Rucklin 14+2reb+7ast, J.Roberts 13+9reb+1ast, A.Ahola 10+6reb+4ast, A.Syrjamaki 8+1reb+1ast Huima - Jyvaskyla BA 93-84 The game between second ranked Jyvaskyla BA (9-4) and sixth ranked Huima (8-4) was the most important one in the last round on Tuesday night. Jyvaskyla BA was defeated by Huima in a tough game in Aanekoski 84-93. The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Jyvaskyla BA won third quarter 24-17. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Huima made 24-of-29 free shots (82.8 percent) during the game. Huima outrebounded Jyvaskyla BA 49-37 including 35 on the defensive glass. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Huima made 7 blocks. 29 personal fouls committed by Jyvaskyla BA helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American guard Zach Naylor (203, college: Tarleton St.) fired a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!), 21 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 blocks for the winners. His fellow American import guard Deontaye Buskey (185, college: Charleston So.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Point guard Juuso Salmi (188-2004) produced 12 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and Oliver Kanden (198-2004) added 14 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Huima and five Jyvaskyla BA players scored in double figures. Jyvaskyla BA's coach Mikko Tupamaki rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Huima moved-up to third place, which they share with HNMKY. Jyvaskyla BA at the other side keeps the second position with four games lost. Huima's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Aanekoski to the arena Kipina. Top scorers: Jyvaskyla BA: J.Lauri 14+3reb+1ast, K.Oliver 14+7reb, K.Kalle 13+2reb+2ast, S.Juuso 12+7reb+4ast, A.Elmeri 10+7reb+3ast, T.Kuukkanen 9+3reb+1ast Huima: Z.Naylor 33+21reb+6ast, T.Puittinen 18+5reb, D.Buskey 16+11reb+5ast, J.Veeti 10+4reb+4ast, S.Abokar 8+1reb, J.Makkonen 5+1reb |
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| Coulibaly's 34-point game gives him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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18-year old guard Bilal Coulibaly (196-G-2004) put on an amazing game in the last round for second-ranked Levallois and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 17. He had the game-high 34 points adding nine rebounds and seven assists for Levallois in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Dijon (#12, 7-10) 117-113. Levallois maintains the 2nd position in French league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Levallois will need more victories to improve their 13-4 record. In the team's last game Coulibaly had a remarkable 81.8% from 2-point range. He turned to be Levallois' top player in his first season with the team. Coulibaly has impressive league stats. He is league's best scorer averaging so far 20.9ppg. Coulibaly is in league's top in and averages solid 1.3bpg,2.7spg and 59.7% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Mohamed Diawara (203-F/C-2005) of Paris BA. He is a forward in his first season at Paris BA. In the last game Diawara recorded impressive triple-double of 25 points, 10 rebounds and 13 assists. Bad luck as Paris BA lost that game 93-98 to the higher-ranked Strasbourg (#10, 8-9). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Paris BA is still at the dead bottom 18th position. 16 lost games are too many considering they did not win any game. Diawara is a newcomer at Paris BA and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to forward Mohamed Sidibe (196-F-2002) of Limoges CSP (#3). Sidibe showcased his all-around game by recording 21 points, nine rebounds and five assists in the last round. He was a key player of Limoges CSP, leading his team to a 78-75 win against the lower-ranked Nanterre (#15, 5-10). Limoges CSP needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 12 victories and 4 lost games. Sidibe has a great season in France. After 16 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 18.6ppg (5th best) and rebounds with 13.3rpg (#1 in league). Other top performing players last week: 4. Nathan Vincennes (200-PF-2003) of Dijon - 23 points, 15 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Matheo Leray (190-PG-2003) of Cholet - 23 points, 3 rebounds and 11 assists 6. Kylian Toure) of ASVEL - 11 points, 7 rebounds and 12 assists 7. Nicolas Ventura (187-SG-2004) of Levallois - 28 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Moulaye Sow (205-C-2003) of Bourg - 17 points and 14 rebounds 9. Yves Mballa (199-SF-2003) of Nancy - 14 points and 21 rebounds 10. Babacar Mbye (212-C-2002) of ASVEL - 14 points, 21 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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| Betclic ELITE ProA Round 17 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Betclic ELITE ProA is at the halfway of the Regular Season and there are still another 17 rounds left. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The biggest surprise of round 17 in Betclic ELITE ProA was guest Le Mans' (10-7) road victory over 6th ranked ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket (9-8) 95-91 on Monday evening. Le Mans made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket turnovers. The best player for the winners was Canadian point guard Kaza Kajami-Keane (185-1994, college: Carleton, agency: BeoBasket) who scored 22 points and 6 assists. Cameroonian Williams Narace (201-1997) chipped in 13 points and 9 rebounds. Naturalized Senegalese center Youssoupha Fall (221-1995) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds for the hosts. ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Le Mans have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Bourg. Defending champion ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket dropped to the seventh position with eight games lost. Le Mans is looking forward to face SIG Strasbourg (#11) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket will play against Paris (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Important game to mention about took place in Cholet. First ranked Monaco (14-3) saved a 1-point victory on the road edging 3rd placed Cholet Basket (12-5) 89-88 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Cholet Basket. Lithuanian center Donatas Motiejunas (213-1990, agency: BeoBasket) saved the victory by scoring 17 points and 5 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). Elie Okobo contributed with 10 points and 8 assists for the winners. American guard Dominic Artis (192-1993, college: UTEP, agency: Pensack Sports) answered with 17 points for Cholet Basket. Cholet Basket's coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Monaco have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 14-3 record. Cholet Basket at the other side keeps the third position with five games lost. Monaco will play against Sluc Nancy (#14) at home in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Cholet Basket will play against ADA Blois (#15) and hopes to get back on the winning track. An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Dijon. Second ranked Metropolitans faced 4th placed JDA Dijon. Guests from Levallois (14-4) defeated host JDA Dijon (11-6) 103-94. Tremont Waters stepped up and scored 25 points and 7 assists for the winners. David Holston responded with 27 points (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Metropolitans maintains second place with 14-4 record having just one point less than leader Monaco. Loser JDA Dijon keeps the fourth position with six games lost. Metropolitans will meet bottom-ranked Provence Basket (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. JDA Dijon will play against JSF Nanterre (#12) and hope to secure a win. Other games of round 17 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Le Portel was defeated by Roanne in a road game 79-68. Blois beat Pau-Lacq-Orthez at home 107-93. Bottom-ranked Fos-sur-Mer lost to Bourg on the opponent's court 68-69. Limoges unfortunately lost to Nanterre in a home game 93-105. Gravelines was rolled over Nancy on the road 55-82. Paris crushed Strasbourg on its own court 115-84. Roanne - Le Portel 79-68 There was no surprise when 16th ranked Le Portel (5-12) was defeated on the road by tenth ranked Chorale de Roanne (8-9) 79-68 on Friday. Chorale de Roanne forced 21 Le Portel turnovers. Strangely Le Portel outrebounded Chorale de Roanne 40-24 including 26 on the defensive glass. American swingman Ronald March (196-1993, college: Philander Smith) stepped up and scored 26 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and the former international power forward Yannis Morin (208-1993) chipped in 10 points. March is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Chorale de Roanne's coach Jean-Denys Choulet used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ivorian-American swingman Charles Abouo (196-1989, college: BYU) responded with 17 points and 8 rebounds and Montenegrin center Zoran Nikolic (212-1996, agency: BeoBasket) scored 12 points and 9 rebounds. Chorale de Roanne moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Strasbourg and Paris. Loser Le Portel dropped to the seventeenth position with 12 games lost. Chorale de Roanne will meet Pau-Lacq-Orthez (#16) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Le Portel will play against Limoges CSP Elite and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Roanne: R.March 26+5reb+4ast, Y.Morin 10+3reb+1ast, S.de Sousa 9+3reb, K.Foster 9+2reb+2ast, J.Gant 8+3reb+2ast, S.Moody 5+1reb+4ast Le Portel: C.Abouo 17+8reb+2ast, Z.Nikolic 12+9reb+1ast, T.Allen 9+4reb+2ast, N.Hifi 9+8reb+4ast, R.Mikesell 8+3reb, B.Mangin 5+3reb+2ast Dijon - Levallois 94-103 An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Dijon. Second ranked Metropolitans faced 4th placed JDA Dijon. Guests from Levallois (14-4) defeated host JDA Dijon (11-6) 103-94. Metropolitans made 27-of-34 free shots (79.4 percent) during the game, while JDA Dijon only scored ten points from the stripe. Metropolitans shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 60.9 percentage. American-Puerto Rican point guard Tremont Waters (180-1998, college: LSU) stepped up and scored 25 points and 7 assists for the winners and the former international forward Victor Wembanyama (220-2004) chipped in 16 points and 9 rebounds. American point guard David Holston (173-1986, college: Chicago St.) responded with 27 points (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) and Slovenian Gregor Hrovat (196-1994) scored 15 points and 8 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Metropolitans maintains second place with 14-4 record having just one point less than leader Monaco. Loser JDA Dijon keeps the fourth position with six games lost. Metropolitans will meet bottom-ranked Provence Basket (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. JDA Dijon will play against JSF Nanterre (#12) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Levallois: T.Waters 25+4reb+7ast, A.Pasecniks 19+3reb, W.Victor 16+9reb+1ast, L.Konate 14+3reb+1ast, D.Jones 11+4reb+1ast, J.James 9+4reb+2ast Dijon: D.Holston 27+3ast, M.McDuffie 15+5reb+1ast, G.Hrovat 15+4reb+8ast, G.Ware 11+6reb, J.Alingue 10+3reb+3ast, R.Ducote 8+1reb+1ast Blois - Pau-Lacq-Orthez 107-93 There was a small surprise when sixteenth ranked ADA Blois (6-11) defeated at home 14th ranked Pau-Lacq-Orthez (6-11) 107-93 on Sunday. ADA Blois made 26-of-33 free shots (78.8 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 17 long-distance shots on high 56.7 percentage. ADA Blois looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Senegalese Mbaye NDiaye (203-1999) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds for the winners and swingman Paul Rigot (201-1995) chipped in 24 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). The former international Landing Sane (211-1990) responded with 16 points and 9 rebounds and American point guard Michael Stockton (185-1989, college: Westminster, UT) scored 9 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists. Five ADA Blois and four Pau-Lacq-Orthez players scored in double figures. ADA Blois moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with Nancy and Pau-Lacq-Orthez. ADA Blois will meet higher ranked Cholet Basket (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Pau-Lacq-Orthez will play against Chorale de Roanne (#10) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Blois: P.Rigot 24+1ast, T.Johnson 16+5reb+1ast, J.Smith 15+1reb+2ast, R.Johnson 14+2reb+6ast, M.N'Diaye 13+13reb, A.Sow 9+3reb+2ast Pau-Lacq-Orthez: M.Cummings 20+2reb+1ast, L.Sane 16+9reb, G.Sim 15+4reb+4ast, V.Chikoko 13+6reb+2ast, A.Gerald 11+3reb+1ast, M.Stockton 9+5reb+11ast Cholet - Monaco 88-89 Important game to mention about took place in Cholet. First ranked Monaco (14-3) saved a 1-point victory on the road edging 3rd placed Cholet Basket (12-5) 89-88 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Cholet Basket. Lithuanian center Donatas Motiejunas (213-1990, agency: BeoBasket) saved the victory by scoring 17 points and 5 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). The former international guard Elie Okobo (191-1997) contributed with 10 points and 8 assists for the winners. Four Monaco players scored in double figures. American guard Dominic Artis (192-1993, college: UTEP, agency: Pensack Sports) answered with 17 points and the other American import forward Perry Ellis (203-1993, college: Kansas) added 14 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Cholet Basket. Cholet Basket's coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Monaco have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 14-3 record. Cholet Basket at the other side keeps the third position with five games lost. Monaco will play against Sluc Nancy (#14) at home in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Cholet Basket will play against ADA Blois (#15) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Monaco: D.Motiejunas 17+5reb, Y.Ouattara 14+1reb, M.James 11+2reb+6ast, E.Okobo 10+1reb+8ast, J.Blossomgame 9+5reb+1ast, A.Diallo 8+2reb+3ast Cholet: D.Artis 17+4reb+3ast, K.Tillie 14+1reb+1ast, P.Ellis 14+5reb+3ast, T.Campbell 10+1reb+2ast, J.Patton 8+3reb+3ast, D.Poirier 8+3reb+1ast Bourg - Fos-sur-Mer 69-68 Very expected game when 18th ranked Provence Basket (4-13) was edged on the road by seventh ranked JL Bourg (10-7) 69-68 on Saturday. However just one-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Strangely Provence Basket outrebounded JL Bourg 43-28 including 30 on the defensive glass. Canadian forward Isiaha Mike (203-1997, college: SMU) stepped up and scored 22 points for the winners and power forward Pierre Pelos (205-1992) chipped in 11 points. JL Bourg's coach Frederic Fauthoux used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Jamaican center Shevon Thompson (213-1993, college: GMU) responded with 17 points and 9 rebounds and American forward Garlon Green (201-1991, college: TCU, agency: Slash Sports) scored 16 points. JL Bourg moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Le Mans. Provence Basket lost fourth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 13 games lost. JL Bourg will meet Gravelines-Dunkerque (#13) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Provence Basket will play against the league's second-placed Metropolitans (#2) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Bourg: I.Mike 22+4reb, P.Pelos 11+4reb, J.Floyd 11+2reb+2ast, J.Palmer Jr. 6+3reb+4ast, F.Massenat 5+2reb+5ast, B.Hugo 4+2reb Fos-sur-Mer: S.Thompson 17+9reb, G.Green 16+2reb+1ast, D.Affo Mama 11+3reb, T.Scott 7+5reb, S.Brown Jr. 6+7reb+4ast, R.Demahis Ballou 6+1ast Limoges - Nanterre 93-105 There was a surprise result when thirteenth ranked JSF Nanterre (7-10) beat on the road higher ranked Limoges CSP Elite (9-9) 105-93 on Saturday. JSF Nanterre shot 62.5 percent from the field. It was a great shooting night for JSF Nanterre especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.9 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American Keith Hornsby (192-1992, college: LSU) stepped up and scored 33 points (!!!) and 5 assists for the winners and the former international point guard Benjamin Sene (188-1994) chipped in 19 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists. American point guard Bryce Jones (183-1994, college: Murray St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 15 assists and Lucas Ugolin (196-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Limoges CSP Elite's coach gave the chance to play for ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. JSF Nanterre moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Gravelines. Loser Limoges CSP Elite keeps the eighth position with nine games lost. JSF Nanterre will meet at home higher ranked JDA Dijon (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Limoges CSP Elite will play against Le Portel (#17) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Nanterre: K.Hornsby 33+4reb+5ast, M.Halilovic 28+2reb+2ast, B.Sene 19+7reb+10ast, B.Pinault 11+2reb+2ast, H.N'Diaye 5+2reb+1ast, L.Dussoulier 4+5reb+1ast Limoges: N.Lang 16+4reb+1ast, J.Hawkins 16+1reb, J.Graves 15+4reb+3ast, U.Lucas 14+10reb, B.Jones 11+1reb+15ast, G.Schilling 8+1reb+1ast Nancy - Gravelines 82-55 There was a minor upset when 12th ranked Gravelines-Dunkerque (7-10) was outplayed on the road by fifteenth ranked Sluc Nancy (6-11) 82-55 on Saturday. Sluc Nancy looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American guard Caleb Walker (194-1989, college: Nebraska) stepped up and scored 22 points and 5 rebounds for the winners and Stephane Gombauld (205-1997) chipped in 9 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. American JaJuan Johnson (208-1989, college: Purdue) responded with 16 points and the other American import forward Vince Edwards (203-1996, college: Purdue) scored 11 points. Gravelines-Dunkerque's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Sluc Nancy moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with Blois and Pau-Lacq-Orthez. Loser Gravelines-Dunkerque keeps the twelfth position with ten games lost. They share it with Nanterre. Sluc Nancy will meet league's leader Monaco on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Gravelines-Dunkerque will play against JL Bourg (#5) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Nancy: C.Walker 22+5reb+1ast, D.Grantham 17+3reb+3ast, M.Scott 10+6reb+2ast, A.Labanca 9+2reb, S.Gombauld 9+12reb+4ast, I.Nwamu 7+1reb+2ast Gravelines: J.Johnson 16+2reb, V.Edwards 11+3reb+2ast, D.Olejniczak 6+5reb+1ast, J.Robinson 6+2reb+2ast, R.Morency 5+7reb, M.Ngouama 5+3ast Paris - Strasbourg 115-84 There was a small surprise when eleventh ranked Paris (8-9) outleveled at home 9th ranked SIG Strasbourg (8-9) 115-84 on Sunday. Paris made 19-of-20 free shots (95.0 percent) during the game. Paris had a 29-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American guard Tyrone Wallace (196-1994, college: California, agency: Pensack Sports) stepped up and scored 31 points for the winners and the former international Juhann Begarin (196-2002) chipped in 16 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Paris players scored in double figures. American point guard Marcus Keene (178-1995, college: CMU) responded with 21 points and 4 assists and Latvian forward Rodions Kurucs (206-1998) scored 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. SIG Strasbourg's coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Paris have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Roanne and Strasbourg. Paris will meet at home higher ranked ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket (#7) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. SIG Strasbourg will play against Le Mans and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Paris: T.Wallace 31+3reb+3ast, A.Toupane 16+7reb+2ast, J.Begarin 16+7reb+5ast, A.Simms 13+6reb+2ast, J.Evans 11+4reb, K.Allman 10+2reb+2ast Strasbourg: M.Keene 21+4ast, R.Kurucs 13+8reb+4ast, D.Lansdowne 9+1reb, P.Lacombe 9+3reb+1ast, B.Massa 7+3reb+2ast, B.Lucas 7+2reb+1ast ASVEL - Le Mans 91-95 The biggest surprise of round 17 in Betclic ELITE ProA was guest Le Mans' (10-7) road victory over 6th ranked ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket (9-8) 95-91 on Monday evening. Le Mans made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket turnovers. The best player for the winners was Canadian point guard Kaza Kajami-Keane (185-1994, college: Carleton, agency: BeoBasket) who scored 22 points and 6 assists. Cameroonian Williams Narace (201-1997) chipped in 13 points and 9 rebounds. Naturalized Senegalese center Youssoupha Fall (221-1995) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds and the former international guard Nando De Colo (196-1987) added 12 points and 6 assists respectively for the hosts. Five Le Mans and four ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket players scored in double figures. ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Le Mans have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Bourg. Defending champion ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket dropped to the seventh position with eight games lost. Le Mans is looking forward to face SIG Strasbourg (#11) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket will play against Paris (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Le Mans: K.Kajami-Keane 22+6ast, M.Morgan 21+1reb+2ast, W.Narace 13+9reb+2ast, A.N'Doye 13+3reb+2ast, T.Tarpey 10+2reb+2ast, T.Tinkle 7+6reb ASVEL: A.Noua 16+4reb, R.Obasohan 15+1reb, N.De Colo 12+3reb+6ast, P.Jackson-Cartwright 12, Y.Fall 11+11reb+1ast, J.Mathews 8+6ast |
| Kyle Vinales left Nancy - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Vinales is quite experienced player. He has played in eight different countries on four different continents (Europe, Latin America, Africa and of course North America). Vinales has played previously professionally in Cyprus (AEK Larnaca), Estonia (Kalev/Cramo), Lithuania (Lietkabelis), Montenegro (SC Derby), Tunisia (US Monastir and Club Africain), Puerto Rico (Cariduros, Brujos, Cangrejeros, Grises and Mets), Dominican Republic (Leones) and The Basketball Tournament (House of 'Paign and Friday Beers). He was also voted to Latinbasket.com All-Puerto Rican BSN Honorable Mention in 2017 and 2022. His college team made it to the Lithuanian Cup final in 2021. Vinales graduated from Central Connecticut State University in 2015 and it is his eighth season as a professional player. |
| U18 League Round 1 of Second Stage - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The Second Stage in U18 League just started. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. First defeat of league's leader Massy against Strasbourg 95-76 was the most important game of the last round. Massy will play next round against strong Chalon trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Strasbourg will try to continue on its current victory against CFBB Paris on the road. Nantes defeated Caen Basket at home 74-65. 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 Oullins in Sainte-Foy-les-Lyon on Sunday night. Hosts were rolled over by TOAC 94-73. TOAC will meet at home ASVEL in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Oullins will play against Elan Bearnais in Pau and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Other games in round 1 were not that significant. Winless Elan Bearnais lost to undefeated Roanne on the road 61-116. Winless Antibes lost to undefeated Bourg on its own court 71-82. Winless St-Chamond lost to undefeated ASVEL in Villeurbanne 80-101. Le Mans rolled over Angers at home 88-64. Quimper defeated Poitiers on the opponent's court 64-60. Gravelines smashed Lille in a home game 102-75. Cholet won against Rouen on the road 103-86. Chalon managed to outperform Metropolitans on its own court 83-78. CFBB Paris managed to beat St-Quentin in a road game 71-62. Chalons-Reims defeated Nancy at home 80-75. Monaco smashed Marseille on the opponent's court 95-50. Montpellier destroyed Hyeres-Toulon in a home game 101-59. Winless Fos-Provence lost to undefeated Saint Vallier on the road 67-82. Bordeaux managed to beat Boulazac on its own court 99-83. Winless Les Sables lost to undefeated Adour Dax in Candresse 58-96. Limoges CSP smashed Challans at home 98-71. Winless Lorient lost to undefeated Versailles on the opponent's court 65-85. Winless Evreux lost to undefeated Rennes in a home game 73-78. Marne-la-Vallee managed to beat Denain on the road 81-65. Le Portel defeated Metz on its own court 75-67. Lievin smashed Cergy-Pontoise in a road game 71-52. Nanterre won against Blois at home 86-68. Winless Touraine lost to undefeated Charenton on the opponent's court 52-54. Winless Orleans lost to undefeated Paris in a home game 76-92. Winless Jura lost to undefeated Dijon on the road 66-75. Winless Vichy-Clemont lost to undefeated ASA on its own court 101-105. Aix-Maurienne destroyed Mulhouse in Aix-les-Bains 70-48. Group AOullins - TOAC 73-94The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Oullins in Sainte-Foy-les-Lyon on Sunday night. Hosts were rolled over by TOAC 94-73. TOAC will meet at home ASVEL in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Oullins will play against Elan Bearnais in Pau and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Roanne - Elan Bearnais 116-61 Roanne used a home court advantage and crushed the opponent from Pau 116-61 on Sunday night. Roanne will meet Bourg on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Elan Bearnais will play against Oullins and hope to win that game. Antibes - Bourg 71-82 But Antibes was not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Bourg 82-71 on Sunday night. Bourg will meet at home Roanne in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Antibes will play against St-Chamond in Saint Chamond and hope to win that game. ASVEL - St-Chamond 101-80 ASVEL used a home court advantage and rolled over the opponent from Saint Chamond 101-80 on Sunday night. ASVEL will meet TOAC in the next round. St-Chamond will play against Antibes and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Le Mans - Angers 88-64 Le Mans used a home court advantage and outscored the opponent from Angers 88-64 on Sunday night. Le Mans will meet Quimper on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Angers will play against Rouen and hope to win that game. Poitiers - Quimper 60-64 But Poitiers was not able to use a home court advantage and was defeated by the opponent from Quimper 64-60 on Sunday night. Quimper will meet at home Le Mans in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Poitiers will play against Lille and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Gravelines - Lille 102-75 Gravelines used a home court advantage and outleveled the opponent from Lille 102-75 on Sunday night. Gravelines will meet Cholet on the road in the next round. Lille will play against Poitiers and hope to win that game. Rouen - Cholet 86-103 But Rouen was not able to use a home court advantage and was defeated by the opponent from Cholet 103-86 on Sunday night. Cholet will meet at home Gravelines in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Rouen will play against Angers and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Chalon - Metropolitans 83-78 Chalon used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Levallois 83-78 on Sunday night. Chalon will meet Massy on the road in the next round. Metropolitans will play against Chalons-Reims and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Strasbourg - Massy 95-76 First defeat of league's leader Massy against Strasbourg 95-76 was the most important game of the last round. Massy will play next round against strong Chalon trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Strasbourg will try to continue on its current victory against CFBB Paris on the road. St-Quentin - CFBB Paris 62-71 But St-Quentin was not able to use a home court advantage and was defeated by the opponent from Paris 71-62 on Sunday night. CFBB Paris will meet at home Strasbourg in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. St-Quentin will play against Nancy and hope to win that game. Chalons-Reims - Nancy 80-75 Chalons-Reims used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Nancy 80-75 on Sunday night. Chalons-Reims will meet Metropolitans in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Nancy will play against St-Quentin and hope to win that game. Group BMarseille - Monaco 50-95But Marseille was not able to use a home court advantage and was outplayed by the opponent from Monaco 95-50 on Sunday night. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Montpellier - Hyeres-Toulon 101-59 Montpellier used a home court advantage and outleveled the opponent from Toulon 101-59 on Sunday night. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Saint Vallier - Fos-Provence 82-67 Saint Vallier used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Fos-sur-Mer 82-67 on Sunday night. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Bordeaux - Boulazac 99-83 Bordeaux used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Boulazac 99-83 on Sunday night. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Adour Dax - Les Sables 96-58 Adour Dax used a home court advantage and rolled over the opponent from Challans 96-58 on Sunday night. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Limoges CSP - Challans 98-71 Limoges CSP used a home court advantage and outscored the opponent from Challans 98-71 on Sunday night. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Versailles - Lorient 85-65 Versailles used a home court advantage and outplayed the opponent from Lorient 85-65 on Sunday night. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Evreux - Rennes 73-78 But Evreux was not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Rennes 78-73 on Sunday night. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Nantes - Caen Basket 74-65 Nantes defeated Caen Basket at home 74-65. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Denain - Marne-la-Vallee 65-81 But Denain was not able to use a home court advantage and was defeated by the opponent from Marne-la-Vallee 81-65 on Sunday night. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Le Portel - Metz 75-67 Le Portel used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Metz 75-67 on Sunday night. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Cergy-Pontoise - Lievin 52-71 But Cergy-Pontoise was not able to use a home court advantage and was rolled over by the opponent from Lievin 71-52 on Sunday night. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Nanterre - Blois 86-68 Nanterre used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Blois 86-68 on Sunday night. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Charenton - Touraine 54-52 Charenton used a home court advantage and edged the opponent from Tour 54-52 on Sunday night. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Orleans - Paris 76-92 But Orleans was not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Paris 92-76 on Sunday night. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Dijon - Jura 75-66 Dijon used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from 75-66 on Sunday night. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Vichy-Clemont - ASA 101-105 But Vichy-Clemont was not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from 105-101 on Sunday night. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Mulhouse - Aix-Maurienne 48-70 But Mulhouse was not able to use a home court advantage and was rolled over by the opponent from Aix-les-Bains 70-48 on Sunday night. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. |
| Rouen lands Andell Cumberbatch - by Eurobasket News | |||
The previous (2019-20) season he played at Circus Brussels in Belgian Pro Basketball League where in 15 games he had 7.1ppg, 5.6rpg, 1.1apg and 1.2spg in that year. Cumberbatch also played 6 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he recorded 12.3ppg, 11.3rpg and 2.2apg in that year. He is a very experienced player. Cumberbatch has played also professionally in Austria (Gunners Oberwart), Cyprus (Etha), Israel (Hapoel Beer Sheva) and Czech Republic (Brno). He graduated from St. Bonaventure University in 2015 and it will be his eighth season in pro basketball. (via @Be_BasketFr) |
| Sadio Doucoure is a newcomer at Nanterre - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The previous (2020-21) season he played at Olympique Antibes (ProB) where in 10 games he averaged 12.9ppg, 6.7rpg and 1.4apg in that year. He was a member of French U20 National Team back in 2012. Doucoure has played previously for seven other teams: Metropolitans, Chalons Reims, Chorale de Roanne, Cognac BB, JA Vichy, Le Portel and Cognac BB. His team made it to the NM1 Play-Offs Semifinals in 2013. |
| Boulazac and Angers reach PRO B. Leaders Cup Final - by Eurobasket News |
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Boulazac and Angers reached PRO B. Leaders Cup Final beating their opponents on Tuesday. Boulazac overcame Lille 105:65. Boulazac opened the game with a 26-22 rally and never looked behind after. Martin Junakovic (188-PG-1994, agency: PEPI SPORT) stepped up with 23 points, whilst Bathiste Tchouaffe (196-SG-1998) netted 21. Angers meanwhile edged Saint-Vallier 105:89. Michael Akuchie (203-F-1998, college: YSU, agency: Inception Sports) top-scored for the winners with 24 points and 8 rebounds. |
| Keith Hornsby claims French Betclic ELITE ProA weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 30-year old shooting guard had the game-high 33 points adding four rebounds and five assists for Nanterre in his team's victory, helping them to beat Limoges (#8, 9-9) 105-93. Nanterre is placed at 12th position in French Betclic ELITE ProA. Nanterre is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 7-10 record. In the team's last game Hornsby had a remarkable 55.6% from 2-point range and got five three-pointers out of 6 attempts. He turned to be Nanterre's top player in his first season with the team. Keith Hornsby averages this season 14.9ppg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American swingman Ronald March (196-G/F-1993) of Roanne. March impressed basketball fans with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Of course Roanne cruised to a 79-68 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Le Portel (#17, 5-12). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Roanne keeps 10th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 8-9 record. March is a newcomer at Roanne and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.9ppg (#2). His other stats are also decent: 5.1rpg and 3.5apg. Philander Smith College alumni March played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. The third best performed player last round was another Nanterre's star - Bosnia and Herzegovina Miralem Halilovic (205-F-1991). Halilovic scored 28 points. He was another key player of Nanterre, helping his team with a 105-93 win against the higher-ranked Limoges (#8, 9-9). The chances of Nanterre ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 10 games, recording just seven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Halilovic could help Nanterre to bring them higher in the standings. Halilovic has a very solid season. In 7 games in France he scored 16.3ppg. He also has 5.9rpg, 3.9apg and FGP: 59.0%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Benjamin Sene (188-PG-1994) of Nanterre - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists 5. Tremont Waters (180-PG-1998) of Levallois - 25 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists 6. Tyrone Wallace (196-G-1994) of Paris - 31 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists 7. David Holston (173-PG-1986) of Dijon - 27 points and 3 assists 8. Juhann Begarin (196-SG-2002) of Paris - 16 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists 9. Victor Wembanyama (220-F-2004) of Levallois - 16 points and 9 rebounds 10. Kaza Kajami-Keane (185-PG-1994) of Le Mans - 22 points and 6 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| BBL Round 15: Bayern Muenchen lose to EnBW Ludwigsburg - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game between third ranked Bayern Muenchen (11-4) and fifth ranked EnBW Ludwigsburg (9-5) was the most important one in the last round on Sunday night. Bayern Muenchen was crushed by EnBW Ludwigsburg in Ludwigsburg 68-96. EnBW Ludwigsburg maintains fifth place with 9-5 record, which they share with Goettingen. Bayern Muenchen at the other side keeps the third position with four games lost. EnBW Ludwigsburg is looking forward to face Hakro Merlins (#10) in Crailsheim in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Bayern Muenchen will play on the road against Brose Bamberg (#9) and is hoping to win this game. An interesting game for ALBA Berlin (13-1) which hosted in Berlin second-best Telekom Baskets (12-2). First ranked ALBA Berlin managed to get a 5-point victory 81-76. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Telekom Baskets. It was a key game for the top position in the league. ALBA Berlin have an impressive series of six victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 13-1 record. Telekom Baskets at the other side keep the second position with two games lost. ALBA Berlin will play against s Oliver Baskets (#7) in Wuerzburg in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Telekom Baskets will play at home against EWE Baskets (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Eighteenth-ranked Braunschweig (2-13) used its home court advantage to challenge twelfth ranked Brose Bamberg (7-8) on Saturday. The visitors from Bamberg managed to secure only two-point victory 85-83. However their fans expected much easier game. It was an exceptional evening for Patrick Miller who led the winners and scored 23 points and 5 assists (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!). David Kramer came up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds for Braunschweig in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Brose Bamberg. They moved-up to ninth place. Braunschweig lost their ninth game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 13 games lost. Brose Bamberg will meet at home higher ranked Bayern Muenchen (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Braunschweig will play against Hamburg Towers (#13) and hope to secure a win. There were no big surprises in other games of round 15: Wuerzburg beat Ulm on the road 91-84. Oldenburg destroyed Weissenfels on its own court 108-68. Crailsheim managed to outperform Frankfurt in a road game 88-72. Goettingen managed to beat Hamburg at home 91-82. Bayreuth was defeated by Heidelberg on the opponent's court 107-101. The most impressive performance of 15th round was 37 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 5 assists by Brandon Childress of Bayreuth. ALBA - Bonn 81-76 An interesting game for ALBA Berlin (13-1) which hosted in Berlin second-best Telekom Baskets (12-2). First ranked ALBA Berlin managed to get a 5-point victory 81-76. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Telekom Baskets. It was a key game for the top position in the league. ALBA Berlin have an impressive series of six victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 13-1 record. Telekom Baskets at the other side keep the second position with two games lost. ALBA Berlin will play against s Oliver Baskets (#7) in Wuerzburg in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Telekom Baskets will play at home against EWE Baskets (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Braunschweig - Bamberg 83-85 Eighteenth-ranked Braunschweig (2-13) used its home court advantage to challenge twelfth ranked Brose Bamberg (7-8) on Saturday. The visitors from Bamberg managed to secure only two-point victory 85-83. However their fans expected much easier game. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Patrick Miller (185-1992, college: Tennessee St., agency: Slash Sports) who led the winners and scored 23 points and 5 assists (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!). Czech Jaromir Bohacik (198-1992) accounted for 16 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winning side. The former international David Kramer (198-1997) came up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds and American point guard Braydon Hobbs (196-1989, college: Bellarmine) added 17 points and 8 assists respectively for Braunschweig in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Brose Bamberg. They moved-up to ninth place. Braunschweig lost their ninth game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 13 games lost. Brose Bamberg will meet at home higher ranked Bayern Muenchen (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Braunschweig will play against Hamburg Towers (#13) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Bamberg: P.Miller 23+3reb+5ast, J.Bohacik 16+2reb+2ast, G.Simmons 14+2reb, S.Young 9+9reb+1ast, C.Sengfelder 7+3reb+1ast, G.Chachashvili 7+3reb Braunschweig: D.Kramer 22+11reb+2ast, B.Hobbs 17+4reb+8ast, D.Sleva 14+8reb+2ast, F.Sananda 9+1reb, J.Bango 6+3reb+1ast, R.Amaize 4+1reb+1ast Ulm - Wuerzburg 84-91 No shocking result in a game when eighth ranked s Oliver Baskets (8-7) beat on the road 10th ranked ratiopharm Ulm (6-9) 91-84 on Saturday. s Oliver Baskets forced 19 ratiopharm Ulm turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for American point guard Stanley Whittaker (183-1994, college: Keiser) who led the winners and scored 21 points and 7 assists. His fellow American import CJ Bryce (196-1996, college: NC State) accounted for 20 points and 4 assists for the winning side. Four s Oliver Baskets players scored in double figures. Brazilian Bruno Caboclo (206-1995) came up with 20 points and American swingman Brandon Paul (193-1991, college: Illinois, agency: Pensack Sports) added 18 points respectively for ratiopharm Ulm in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. s Oliver Baskets moved-up to seventh place. Loser ratiopharm Ulm dropped to the twelfth position with nine games lost. They share it with Hamburg. s Oliver Baskets will meet at home league's leader ALBA Berlin in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. ratiopharm Ulm will play against MBC (#11) in Weissenfels and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Wuerzburg: S.Whittaker 21+1reb+7ast, C.Bryce 20+3reb+4ast, C.Hunt 16+3reb+1ast, X.Williams 13+2reb, C.Welp 5+2reb, F.Stanic 5+5reb+2ast Ulm: B.Caboclo 20+4reb+1ast, B.Paul 18+3reb+3ast, K.Jallow 13+7reb+1ast, N.Juan 9+4reb+6ast, T.Klepeisz 7+2reb+6ast, Y.Matheus 6+4reb+3ast Oldenburg - Weissenfels 108-68 Very expected game when 9th ranked MBC (6-8) was smashed by fourth ranked EWE Baskets (10-5) in Oldenburg 108-68 on Saturday. EWE Baskets made 21-of-23 free shots (91.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 MBC turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Alen Pjanic (202-1997) who led the winners and scored 31 points and 7 rebounds. American Trey Drechsel (198-1996, college: GCU) accounted for 22 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists for the winning side. Five EWE Baskets players scored in double figures. American point guard Charles Callison (185-1995, college: WSU, agency: Slash Sports) came up with 27 points and the former international Kostja Mushidi (195-1998) added 13 points and 5 assists respectively for MBC 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. EWE Baskets maintains fourth place with 10-5 record. Loser MBC dropped to the tenth position with eight games lost. They share it with Crailsheim. EWE Baskets will meet league's second-placed Telekom Baskets in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. MBC will play against ratiopharm Ulm (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Oldenburg: A.Pjanic 31+7reb+1ast, T.Drechsel 22+5reb+8ast, D.Russell 17+2reb+10ast, O.Klassen 13+12reb+1ast, T.Leissner 12+3reb, R.Lomazs 8 Weissenfels: C.Callison 27+3reb+3ast, K.Mushidi 13+3reb+5ast, S.Jelks 10+7reb+1ast, S.Kerusch 6+3reb, T.Darden 4+3reb, M.Ballock 3+1reb Frankfurt - Crailsheim 72-88 Rather predictable result when thirteenth ranked Hakro Merlins (6-8) won against 16th ranked Skyliners (4-11) in Frankfurt 88-72 on Sunday. Hakro Merlins dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Skyliners' 22. It was an exceptional evening for the former international center Bogdan Radosavljevic (213-1993) who led the winners and scored 12 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. American Jaren Lewis (201-1996, college: ACU) accounted for 16 points for the winning side. Hakro Merlins' coach Sebastian Gleim used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lithuanian Laurynas Beliauskas (193-1997) came up with 21 points and American guard Isaiah Washington (185-1998, college: LBSU, agency: Players Group) added 13 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Skyliners in the defeat. The victory was the third consecutive win for Hakro Merlins. They moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Weissenfels. Loser Skyliners keep the sixteenth position with 11 games lost. Hakro Merlins will meet at home higher ranked EnBW Ludwigsburg (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Skyliners will play against Chemnitz (#8) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Crailsheim: J.Lewis 16+2reb+1ast, O.Livingston II 12+1reb+2ast, B.Radosavljevic 12+5reb+4ast, E.Maxhuni 10+2ast, F.Bleck 9+7reb+2ast, M.Stuckey 7+4reb+3ast Frankfurt: L.Beliauskas 21+3reb+3ast, L.Wank 14+7reb+1ast, I.Washington 13+8reb+3ast, J.Obiesie 8+1ast, M.Haarms 8+5reb+1ast, Q.Robertson 5+3reb+2ast Goettingen - Hamburg 91-82 Not a big story in a game when 10th ranked Hamburg Towers (6-9) lost on the road to sixth ranked BG Goettingen (9-5) 91-82 on Sunday. It was a great shooting night for BG Goettingen especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.4 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was an exceptional evening for American center Rayshaun Hammonds (206-1998, college: Georgia) who led the winners and scored 21 points and 9 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field). His fellow American import Geno Crandall (191-1996, college: Gonzaga) accounted for 21 points and 5 assists for the winning side. Five BG Goettingen players scored in double figures. BG Goettingen's coach Roel Moors used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American point guard Kendale McCullum (184-1996, college: Lewis) came up with 25 points and 7 assists and the former international Lukas Meisner (203-1995, college: Columbia, agency: BeoBasket) added 15 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Hamburg Towers in the defeat. BG Goettingen moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Ludwigsburg. Loser Hamburg Towers dropped to the twelfth position with nine games lost. They share it with Ulm. BG Goettingen will meet at home MLP Academics Heidelberg (#15) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Hamburg Towers will play against Braunschweig and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Goettingen: R.Hammonds 21+9reb+3ast, G.Crandall 21+2reb+5ast, H.Frey 12+8ast, J.Bess 12+4reb+3ast, M.Smith 10+6reb+2ast, T.Pape 8+5reb Hamburg: K.McCullum 25+3reb+7ast, L.Meisner 15+9reb, J.Woodard 9+2reb+2ast, Y.Childs 8+6reb, S.Hinrichs 8+2ast, J.Wohlfarth-Bottermann 6+7reb+1ast Heidelberg - Bayreuth 107-101 Everything went according to plan when fifteenth ranked MLP Academics Heidelberg (5-10) defeated at home 17th ranked Bayreuth (3-11) 107-101 on Sunday. MLP Academics Heidelberg dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Bayreuth's 30 and made 26-of-28 free shots (92.9 percent) during the game. MLP Academics Heidelberg forced 22 Bayreuth turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for Belgian forward Vincent Kesteloot (197-1995) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds. American point guard Eric Washington (183-1993, college: Miami, OH) accounted for 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!) for the winning side. Four MLP Academics Heidelberg players scored in double figures. American point guard Brandon Childress (183-1997, college: Wake Forest) came up with 37 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 5 assists (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!) and Lithuanian Ignas Sargiunas (194-1999, college: Colorado St.) added 24 points and 6 assists respectively for Bayreuth in the defeat. Bayreuth's coach Lars Masell rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. MLP Academics Heidelberg maintains fifteenth place with 5-10 record. Bayreuth lost their third game in a row. They keep the seventeenth position with 11 games lost. MLP Academics Heidelberg will meet higher ranked BG Goettingen (#6) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Bayreuth will play against Seawolves (#14) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Heidelberg: E.Washington 23+7reb+4ast, V.Kesteloot 22+11reb+2ast, E.Lasisi 18+9reb+4ast, T.Coleman 14+8reb+3ast, B.Griffin 9+3reb, A.Vargas 8+2reb+1ast Bayreuth: B.Childress 37+7reb+5ast, I.Sargiunas 24+3reb+6ast, J.Rowe 14+10reb+1ast, O.Rich 9, A.Hill 6+6reb+3ast, K.Bruhnke 3+2reb Ludwigsburg - Bayern 96-68 The game between third ranked Bayern Muenchen (11-4) and fifth ranked EnBW Ludwigsburg (9-5) was the most important one in the last round on Sunday night. Bayern Muenchen was crushed by EnBW Ludwigsburg in Ludwigsburg 68-96. EnBW Ludwigsburg maintains fifth place with 9-5 record, which they share with Goettingen. Bayern Muenchen at the other side keeps the third position with four games lost. EnBW Ludwigsburg is looking forward to face Hakro Merlins (#10) in Crailsheim in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Bayern Muenchen will play on the road against Brose Bamberg (#9) and is hoping to win this game. |
| Besiktas welcome back Whitehead, ex Ludwigsburg - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu | ||||
In 2016 he was drafted by Utah Jazz (NBA) in second round (42nd overall). The former Seton Hall University standout is in his seventh season in pro basketball. Whitehead is a very experienced player. He has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to six different countries on three different continents (Europe, Asia and of course North America). Whitehead has played previously professionally in Kazakhstan (Astana), Montenegro (Mornar), Russia (Lokomotiv), NBA (Brooklyn Nets), NBA G League (Grand Rapids Gold and Long Island Nets) and NBA Summer League (Portland Trail Blazers). Among many awards he played in the final of Turkish U19 League in 2022. He was voted to Big East All-Rookie Team back in 2015. Whitehead's game is described as: A versatile guard who has talent and the typical personality and leadership of NY guards. His future is bright, probably at the PG. |
| Kristian Kullamae ( Panevezys 7bet-Lietkabelis) Has Benefited From Dad Gert's Knowledge Because He Had Seen It All In His Career - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber |
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Usually when something was long ago and it feels like it was yesterday, I will come up with 'man time really flies'. In a way it is hard to believe that I saw my first overseas basketball game live almost 20 years ago in Frankfurt. That was my introduction to German basketball and with me the rest is history. I'm still reporting and commentating games since that time. I recall that my first game was game 1 during the finals between the Opel Skyliners against GHP Bamberg as they were named then with legends like Dirk Bauermann, Demond Mallet and Steffen Hamann just to name a few, but there were many more. I would go on to see game 3 and then the exciting game 5 which would be the Opel Skyliners first BBL title. Even if time does fly, that really was a long time ago. What can I remember from game 5? Not much. I do know where I sat. I sat across from the visitor bench as it is today in the Fraport arena. I also remember taking a pic with Tyrone Ellis after the title win and one distant thing. I was sitting surprisingly in an area where many Bamberg fans were. They were known as very loud fanatics that loved their team. There is a reason why Bamberg is called Freak city. There was this passionate Bamberg fan that was chanting this name seemingly for the whole game. After a while the name was ringing in my head. I had had another experience like that during the 1989 Davis Cup semi-final match in Munich as Germany with Boris Becker faced Team USA with Andre Agassi and this German fan was chanting Eric Jelen the whole match. So back to the Bamberg fan. He was chanting Gert Kullamae and was wearing his jersey. Kullamae is a highly decorated player that had a 20 year professional career that saw him win 7 league titles in his homeland Estonia as well as titles in Holand, Belgium and Russia. He played in Bamberg from 2001-2004 and then closed out his career with Den Bosh and Tartu Rock and currently is a coach with BC Parnu. He was best known for shooting out the lights. Back in Bamberg he was teammates with the Latvian lion Uvis Helmanis and it isn't a surprise that both have produced off spring. Helmanis son Kris plays in Germany with Pro A team Tuebingen while Kullamae son Kristian is playing this season in Lithuania. When it comes to ex players seeing their sons play professionally, then I can say time flies. When I saw my first basketball experience in Germany and saw Gert Kullame play, son Kristian was only 5 years old. It's only obvious that he doesn't remember much from his father's days in Bamberg. '. I was too young. I have seen some videos from the tape when he was playing in Bamberg. He was a really good shooter, this you can notice immediately. But I don't remember much more. But I remember more my father's games at the end of the career when he played in Estonian club named Tartu Rock', remembered Kristian Kullamaee (194-PG-1999). He won't disagree with anyone saying that his dad was a massive help in his basketball development over the years. 'He has been huge part why I play basketball. Being in the practice gym with him as a small kid while he had practice probably from there I got the love for the game. When I was 8 years old I went to basketball practice and then everything started. He has never been like a 'real' coach for me. There has been other people. But he is more like in a 'helper' role. Whenever I need advice or feeling like practice individually he has got my back and helped me out. Especially in the summer. Because he was an excellent shooter we have practiced a lot of shooting coming off screens and off the dribble. Various of ways. But most important I would say is that I can just listen for his advice/experience. Because he has been through it all and now I try to go through it as well. I think it's a huge advantage for me that I have father like this who has seen it all', warned Kristian Kullamaee. Kristian Kullame who lists Lebron, Jordan, Kareem, and Magic on his personal NBA Mount Rushmore was born on May 25th, 1999 and is a 194cm guard. He began his basketball career with Audentese SG/Noortekoondis (Alexela KML). After getting his feet wet in the basketball world in his homeland, he then decided to take his first job abroad and went to Germany a place where his dad had celebrated success 15 years earlier. He played for BiG Oettinger Rockets Gotha (Germany-ProA) and had to experience some growing pains at first as he only averaged 3,9ppg, but got more playing time with the second team OeTTINGER Rockets Gotha 2 (Germany-2.Regionalliga) averaging 20.7ppg. Even if he didn't get many Pro A minutes that season, he was very fortunate to have had defense specialist Max DiLeo as a teammate who was instrumental for him in his first season abroad. 'I remember DiLeo really well. He was already then a really good player and even better person. He helped me as 17year old guy a lot. But the most what I remember about him is just with what kind of intensity and will he played on the defensive end He made all those small hustle plays for the team. The things you don't see in a stat sheet. He was a real team player and important piece. Both on the court and in the locker room as well', stated Kristian Kullamaee. In his second season he got his first taste of the easyCredit BBL as Gotha had moved up. He only played 11 games averaging 3,5ppg and 1,3rpg, but he will never forget playing his first BBL game against his dad's ex team Bamberg and scoring 10 points. 'It was definitely a cool experience. We had problems with injuries that time so I was lucky to get the chance. Bamberg was at the time a Euroleague team as well so playing vs them was cool, expressed Kristian Kullamaee. He once again also played for Gotha's second team in the Regionalliga averaging : 21.0ppg, 5.7rpg, 4.0apg, 1.7spg, FGP: 56.4%, 3PT: 36.3%, FT: 75.0%, In his third season, he went to play for Baunach and made his break through in the Pro A averaging 13.4ppg, 2.7rpg, 3.5apg, FGP: 53.7%, 3PT: 31.9%, FT: 77.2%. He scored in double figures in 22 of 29 games including a 34 point explosion against Trier and super games against Artland with 24 points and 10 dimes and 24 points and 14 assists against Tuebingen back to back. He looks back fondly at his time in Germany from 2016-2019 which was a time where his game developed well. 'This was my first time out of Estonia. I left Estonia when I was 17. In those next 3 years I was able to play in many different leagues started from BBL and finishing u19. It was such a very valuable time and from there I got the first taste what it looks like to be a professional basketball player and how does this basketball world really works', stressed Kristian Kullamaee. The Eurocup guard who lists Doncic and Giannis as the toughest players he has ever faced then left Germany and made the next step in his career playing 2 years in the Spanish Leb Gold. One would have thought that he might try to stay in Germany and go to another BBL team, but his goal was something totally different. 'After my contract in Germany was finished I signed with a Spanish agency and my goal was to make it to ACB. So the decision to move to Spain came from there. So everything was really logical for me. I don't remember that much if I had offers from Germany because I had a goal to move to Spain', expressed Kristian Kullamaee. In his first season he played for Real Canoe Madrid (Spain-LEB Gold 11.9ppg, 2.2rpg, 1.5apg, FGP: 55.5%, 3PT: 36.8%, FT: 75.8% and in his second season played for Palmer Alma Mediterranea Palma (LEB Gold) averaging 16.0ppg, 3.3rpg, 2.3apg, Steals-3 (1.6spg), FGP: 49.1%, 3PT: 31.2%, FT: 88.9%. In his 2 years in the Leb Gold he played 53 games and scored in double figures in 40 games. He had masterful games against Real Canoe with 27 points and hit Granada and Oviedo for 25 points apiece and Breogan for 24 points. Playing in the Leb Gold was the right decision in his basketball journey at that time. 'I think Leb gold for a young player is a good league. I went there when I was 20 so definitely I improved a lot. I had in both teams amazing coaching staffs with who I had time to practice a lot of hours. Because in Leb there is mostly 1 game a week it gives you time to develop individually a lot. So I tried to really get myself ready for next steps', stated Kristian Kullamaee. The Estonian national player has played with many great teammates and has special love for a few of them. 'I would play with 3 guards. My first guard would be Tyrese Rice. I was in a Brose Bamberg youth program so I got the chance to share the court with him in practice and that was amazing. He is one of the most skilled guards I have ever seen. The second guard is Vitor Benite from Burgos. And the third is Retin Obasohan with whom I was in Erfurt and who now is in Asvel. And for big guys I would put first Augustin Rubit. I was with him also in Bamberg. He was definitely the most skilled big I have shared the court with even if it was only in practice. And the other big guy would be Estonian legend Kristian Kangur who was also in Euroleague for some years. Playing in national team with him was amazing. I learnt a lot from him. He is a true professional', warned Kristian Kullamaee. He has played with many great players in the Estonian national team. He played with the youth U-16, U-18 and U-20 teams. He already had a lot of success in early years winning the Euro Gold at the U-16 and Bronze at the Euro 18 and was always a key figure on the team. He made his debut in the men's Estonian national team in 2018 and has seen how the country has made strides in the last years with a talented core of guys with Henri Drell, Maik Kalev Kotsar and himself. 'Basketball in Estonia has a really interesting times right now. We have plenty of talented young players who try to get to the highest stage in Europe. I think Eurobasket 2022 showed it. We have potential to do really big things. So we need to hope that all players find teams where they have an important role and can develop. We definitely have potential for it', warned Kristian Kullamaee. One player that people should keep an eye on is current NCAA player Kerr Krissa who is playing at Arizona. 'He is definitely a really talented player. His father was a professional player as well so you can see basketball is in his DNA. I am happy for him that he has such a big role in such a big college like Arizona, I'm sure he will get most out of it. Playing with him made my life way easier because I could play off the ball as well. Without him we lack in national team little bit creating off the dribble so he helped in such a part a lot. I'm sure that in the next games we already know even more what to expect about each other on the floor. It is definitely important for us to have him on the national team', stressed Kristian Kullamaee. He was part of the 2022 Euro Cinderella run where Estonia posted a 3-2 record and lost to Greece. He had a solid Euro averaging 7,0ppg,2,8rpg and 4,6apg. He scored 14 points in a huge 73-70 victory over Croatia. His biggest moment was playing against Luka Doncic in an exhibition game prior to the Euro 2022. 'Playing against one of the best players in the world is amazing. Getting a chance to compete vs such level player is definitely a thing I will remember all my life. He is so skilled on the ball and the pace he is playing at. You never can force him out of his pace is crazy. Everything looks so easy and slow for him on the court', warned Kristian Kullamaee. Last season the versatile guard who believes that Luka Doncic could one day become the GOAT if he stays healthy made the next giant step in his career reaching the best club league in Europe with the Spanish ACB playing with Hereda San Pablo Burgos. He played only 15 games averaging 3.3ppg, 1.1apg; and played 4 Basketball Champions League games averaging 8.8ppg, 1.8rpg. It is a time that will be on his resume and he has to accept it. 'This season was not a success story for me and for the team as well. I think everything happens for a reason. I don't want to focus on it too much. I would rather focus on the present because like I said I have an amazing chance here in Lietkabelis', said Kristian Kullamaee. There was a very competitive guard rotation in Burgos with Eddie Jarrell, Alex Renfroe and Tyus Mcghee and he got lost in the shuffle. 'Because in ACB and Champions league there is a foreigner rule somebody needed to be out of the roster. As we had too many foreigners somebody was out. Competition for these spots was really big. So mostly I was the guy who did not make it. Because I competed with amazing players. I learnt a lot from players like Benite and Renfroe for example. Being with them on a daily bases as a 22 year old player gives you a lot. For sure valuable time and it helped me a lot to become more mature player', remembered Kristian Kullamaee. He had some solid games like scoring 10 points against Manresa, but he will never forget putting up 8/4/4 stats in his ACB debut against Real Madrid in a losing cause. ' One of my goals was to be able to play in ACB and I was able to fulfil it. As it was vs such an historic club as Real Madrid made it even more special. Definitely something I will remember all my life. Being able to play vs such players like Walter Tavares for example was really cool', added Kristian Kullamaee. This season he made the jump to Panevezys 7bet-Lietkabelis (Lithuania-LKL) and even if it may seem like a little step back from the ACB to the Eurocup, sometimes one has to make a step back in order to gain 2 steps ahead in the future. Just ask Kameron Taylor who played his rookie season in Germany in the Pro A and then took a step back and played Pro B and then within 3 seasons reached the Euroleague with Maccabi Tel Aviv. Taylor will never forget just how valuable his time was with the Dragons Rhondorf in his career. The Estonian guard has made another new break through this season in Lithuania once again. 'I can say I'm really happy for it. I think it's the right spot for me at this point of my career. My goal was to play in good competition, what Eurocup and LKL definitely is. So I try to get the most out of it. And yes I agree that I am experiencing a real breakthrough. Because I have never played such an important role in such a competition. I have played important roles in Spain and Germany second divisions but this is something different. I think I have played alright but I personally think I have even more potential individually and as a team too. Hopefully in the end of the season I can say that I made an even bigger step forward both as a team and individually. So definitely exciting time right now for me', warned Kristian Kullamaee. His game has totally taken off in Lithuania's first division where he is averaging 14,0ppg, 3,3rpg, 3,6apg and 1,1spg while shooting 46% from outside while in the Eurocup he is also holding his own averaging 11,4ppg, 2,7rpg, 3,9apg and 1,9spg. He has benefited totally from the collective team ball that the team has played and ex Alba berlin player Nenad Cenak who is the head coach. 'He was the person who invited me here this season. He saw potential in me and I really appreciate that he gave this amazing opportunity for me. I try to make the most out of it and help him/team as much I Can. I would say that he really knows how to give player freedom and keep him in the system at the same time. I think this is the biggest key. Everything looks really natural with him', stressed Kristian Kullamaee. The guard keeps climbing the basketball ladder and his focus and desire and hunger will always remain massive, because despite having a famous dad, nothing was ever given to him in his basketball career. 'I think nothing in life is for granted. You need to work hard to achieve your goals. And this is not only in basketball, in life overall as well. My goal was always to become a professional basketball player since I was really young. I have been in the basketball gym since a very young age, because of my father. So desire for basketball came really naturally to me and I have always been trying to get most out of it', warned Kristian Kullamaee. After 3 years being away from Germany, he is back again facing ratiopharm Ulm in a Eurocup game this week. He will be motivated and ready to show everyone in Germany how his game has developed since then and will continue to keep the Kullamae name in top standing in the basketball circles. |
| Nicholas' double-double lands him ProB Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had a double-double of 16 points and 13 rebounds, while his team beat Iserlohn (#11, 5-9) 75-70. It allowed BSW Sixers to take over top position in the German ProB. BSW Sixers have a solid 12-2 record. In the team's last game Nicholas had a remarkable 57.1% from 2-point range. He turned to be BSW Sixers' top player in his first season with the team. Fresno Pacific University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Nicholas is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 10.3rpg), assists (5th best: 5.8apg) and averages solid 3.1spg and 54.2% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Vincent Neugebauer (210-C-2002) of Ehingen. He is a center in his first season at Ehingen. In the last game Neugebauer recorded impressive double-double of 24 points and 14 rebounds. Bad luck as Ehingen lost that game 82-97 to slightly higher-ranked Speyer (#6, 6-8). This loss caused Ehingen to drop to 7th position in South. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 5-8 record. Neugebauer is a newcomer at Ehingen and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to forward David Fuchs (203-PF-2003) of OrangeAcad. (#9). Fuchs scored 24 points and grabbed five rebounds. He was a key player of OrangeAcad., leading his team to a 86-80 win against the higher-ranked Oberhaching (#3, 9-5). The chances of OrangeAcad. not to end season at such low position in South, however are less than slim as they have already lost 9 games, recording just five victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Fuchs could try to bring OrangeAcad.'s a little bit higher in the standings. Fuchs has a very solid season. In 10 games in Germany he scored 15.5ppg. He also has 6.8rpg and FGP: 58.1%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Jacob Ledoux (190-G-1997) of Giessen - 25 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Jake Babic (196-G-1995) of Speyer - 12 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists 6. Christian Rodriguez (180-PG-1999) of AC Wizards - 29 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists 7. Isiah Small (202-SF-1998) of Bernau - 24 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Andre Nation (196-PF-1993) of Ehingen - 27 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists 9. Leon Friederici (190-SG-1995) of Koblenz - 25 points, 2 rebounds and 6 assists 10. Alani Moore II (178-PG-1998) of Koblenz - 22 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Barnes' double-double lands him ProA Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He got a double-double of 28 points and 11 assists, while his team beat Trier (#9, 9-8) 109-97. Giessen is placed at 4th position in German ProA. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Giessen will need more victories to improve their 11-6 record. In the team's last game Barnes had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range and got five three-pointers out of 9 attempts. He turned to be Giessen's top player in his first season with the team. Indiana State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Barnes is in league's top in assists (6th best: 5.8apg) and averages solid 45.0% from behind 3-point line. Second best performed player last round was Stefan Fundic (200-F-1994, agency: BeoBasket). He is Serbian forward in his first season at Giessen. In the last game Fundic recorded impressive double-double of 22 points and 15 rebounds. Of course Giessen cruised to a 109-97 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Trier (#9, 9-8). This victory allowed Giessen to move up to 4th position in the standings. His team's 11-6 record is not bad at all. Fundic is a newcomer at Giessen and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.4ppg (#5). He also registered 10.1 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to forward Mateo Seric (204-PF-1999) of league's second-best Tuebingen. Seric scored 21 points and grabbed six rebounds. He was a key player of Tuebingen, leading his team to a 84-79 win against the lower-ranked Muenster (#12, 7-10). Tuebingen needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 13 victories and 4 lost games. Seric has a very solid season. In 15 games in Germany he scored 15.5ppg. He also has 5.3rpg and FGP: 52.7%. Mateo Seric has also German passport and can play in the league with a status of domestic player. Other top performing players last week: 4. Ryan Schwieger (198-G-1999) of Vechta - 26 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Parker Van Dyke (191-SG-1994) of Trier - 26 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Dejan Kovacevic (210-C-1996) of Leverkusen - 17 points and 11 rebounds 7. Booker Coplin (191-G-1997) of Duesseldorf - 20 points, 7 rebounds and 11 assists 8. Cosmo Gruehn (201-PF-1998) of Muenster - 13 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists 9. Chavares Flanigan (194-F-1996) of Vechta - 14 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Lovell Cabbil (188-PG-1997) of Karlsruhe PS - 19 points and 7 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Greek A2 round 13 best performance: Nikolaos Kamarianos (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 25-year old player had a double-double of 21 points and 10 rebounds, while his team beat Psychikou (#8, 7-6) 84-72. Maroussi is placed at 4th position in Greek A2. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Maroussi will need more victories to improve their 8-5 record. In the team's last game Kamarianos had a remarkable three three-pointers out of 6 attempts. He turned to be Maroussi's top player in his first season with the team. Nikolaos Kamarianos has solid league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (8th best: 7.5rpg) and averages impressive 1.2bpg. The second best player in last round's games was young Nontas Papantoniou (192-PG-1990) of Iraklis. Papantoniou had a very good evening with a double-double of 19 points and 13 assists. Of course he led Iraklis to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Agriniou (#14, 4-9) 88-59. This victory allowed Iraklis to move up to 3rd position in the standings. His team's 9-4 record is not bad at all. Papantoniou is a newcomer at Iraklis, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was forward Alexandros Stamatogiannis (204-F-1997) of league's second-best Panerythraikos. Stamatogiannis scored 23 points and grabbed eight rebounds. He was a key player of Panerythraikos, leading his team to a 96-80 easy win against the lower-ranked FEA Filadelfeia (#13, 4-9). Panerythraikos needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 9 victories and 4 lost games. Stamatogiannis has a very solid season. In 13 games in Greece he scored 9.3ppg. He also has 5.2rpg and FGP: 71.4%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Vassilis Karahalios (200-F-1997) of FEA Filadelfeia - 20 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Georgios Arnokouros (202-C/F-2000) of Panerythraikos - 18 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Nikos Houhoumis (186-PG-1996) of Charilaos - 24 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Ronaldo Segu (183-PG-1999) of Psychikou - 22 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Marios Doxas (207-C-1996) of Amyntas - 17 points and 6 rebounds 9. Tyler Peterson (193-G-1997) of Papagou - 24 points and 3 assists 10. Alexandros Stergiakis (190-G-1997) of FEA Filadelfeia - 16 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| GBL Round 12 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most interesting game of round 12 in the GBL was a home defeat of 4th ranked PAOK (7-5) to third ranked Peristeri (8-4) 81-70 in the game for the third place. It ended the two-game winning streak of PAOK. Peristeri made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of French point guard Sylvain Francisco (185-1997, agency: BeoBasket) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 assists and the former international forward Leonidas Kaselakis (200-1990) who added 18 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Jaylen Hands (191-1999, college: UCLA) with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Peristeri maintains third position with 8-4 record having four points less than leader Olympiacos. PAOK at the other side keeps the fourth place with five games lost. They share the position with AEK and Kolossos HH. Peristeri are looking forward to face league's leader Olympiacos in Piraeus in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. PAOK's supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Thessaloniki to the arena Aris. GBL top team - Olympiacos (12-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed ninth ranked Apollon P. (3-9) in Piraeus 97-60. The winners were led by Cypriot-Bulgarian forward Aleksandar Vezenkov (206-1995) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds and Alec Peters supported him with 11 points and 8 rebounds. Olympiacos' coach Georgios Bartzokas felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 16 points and 4 assists by American guard Alonzo Verge Jr (190-1998, college: Nebraska) did not help to save the game for Apollon P.. Undefeated Olympiacos have an impressive 12-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 12-0 record. Apollon P. lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Ionikos. Olympiacos will play against Peristeri (#3) in Athens in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Apollon P. will play at home against AEK (#6) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Eleventh-ranked Lavrio (2-10) gave a tough game to eighth ranked Promitheas (6-6) in Patras on Saturday. Promitheas managed to secure only three-point victory 74-71. However their fans expected easier game. The best player for the winners was George Conditt IV who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Savion Flagg who recorded 18 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Lavrio's coach Christos Serellis rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Promitheas moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Aris. Loser Lavrio keeps the eleventh position with ten games lost. Promitheas will meet Ionikos (#9) in the next round. Lavrio will play against the league's second-placed Panathinaikos where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 12: AEK won against Karditsas on the opponent's court 70-64. Kolossos HH outscored Ionikos in a home game 89-48. Aris recorded a loss to Panathinaikos on the road 96-79. The most impressive stats of the last round was 13 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists by Vasilis Mouratos of Promitheas. Karditsas - AEK 64-70 Very expected game when 12th ranked Karditsas (1-11) was defeated at home by seventh ranked AEK (7-5) 70-64 on Saturday. AEK outrebounded Karditsas 44-31 including a 35-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was Latvian guard Janis Strelnieks (191-1989) who scored 13 points and 8 assists. American forward Cameron McGriff (201-1997, college: OK State) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds. Four AEK players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Lamar Peters (183-1998, college: MSU) who recorded 16 points and his fellow American import guard Sayeed Pridgett (196-1998, college: Montana) added 6 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. AEK moved-up to fourth place, which they share with PAOK and Kolossos HH. Karditsas lost tenth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay at the bottom position with 11 games lost. AEK will meet Apollon P. (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. Karditsas will play against Kolossos HH in Rodou and hope to win that game. Top scorers: AEK: K.Williams III 13+5reb+2ast, J.Strelnieks 13+3reb+8ast, D.Flionis 12+4reb+3ast, C.McGriff 11+10reb, A.Madsen 11+8reb+1ast, T.Frazier 6+2ast Karditsas: L.Peters 16+1reb+1ast, J.Boeheim 11, J.West 8+4reb+2ast, I.Agravanis 7+7reb+2ast, S.Pridgett 6+7reb+4ast, D.Gabrovsek 5+3reb Kolossos HH - Ionikos 89-48 Rather predictable result in Rodou where fifth ranked Kolossos HH (7-5) smashed 9th ranked Ionikos (3-9) 89-48 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Dimitris Katsivelis (195-1991) who scored 11 points and 7 rebounds. The former international Linos-Spyridon Chrysikopoulos (206-1992) chipped in 12 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Nikos Arsenopoulos (196-2000) who recorded 7 points and 7 rebounds and American power forward Terell Parks (205-1991, college: W.Illinois) added 9 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. Kolossos HH have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with PAOK and AEK. Loser Ionikos keeps the ninth position with nine games lost. They share it with Apollon P.. Kolossos HH will meet at home bottom-ranked Karditsas (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ionikos will play against Promitheas and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Kolossos HH: K.Smith 15+2reb+2ast, L.Chrysikopoulos 12+5reb+2ast, D.Katsivelis 11+7reb+2ast, J.Young 8+5reb+1ast, M.Dixon 8+1reb+3ast, M.Teague 8+2ast Ionikos: D.Lacy 11+2reb, T.Parks 9+6reb, A.Nunez 8+3reb+2ast, N.Arsenopoulos 7+7reb+2ast, D.Hawkins 5+4reb+3ast, V.Bebis 3 Olympiacos - Apollon P. 97-60 GBL top team - Olympiacos (12-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed ninth ranked Apollon P. (3-9) in Piraeus 97-60. Olympiacos made 18-of-23 charity shots (78.3 percent) during the game. Olympiacos outrebounded Apollon P. 41-28 including a 35-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. The winners were led by Cypriot-Bulgarian forward Aleksandar Vezenkov (206-1995) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds and American Alec Peters (206-1995, college: Valpo) supported him with 11 points and 8 rebounds. Four Olympiacos players scored in double figures. Olympiacos' coach Georgios Bartzokas felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 16 points and 4 assists by American guard Alonzo Verge Jr (190-1998, college: Nebraska) did not help to save the game for Apollon P.. His fellow American import guard Nick Griffin (188-1995, college: St.Peter's) added 13 points. Olympiacos have an impressive 12-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 12-0 record. Apollon P. lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Ionikos. Olympiacos will play against Peristeri (#3) in Athens in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Apollon P. will play at home against AEK (#6) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Olympiacos: G.Papas 16+3reb, A.Vezenkov 15+10reb, A.Peters 11+8reb+1ast, G.Larentzakis 10+3ast, J.Bolomboy 10+4reb+2ast, S.McKissic 9+1reb Apollon P.: A.Verge Jr 16+3reb+4ast, N.Griffin 13+2reb+1ast, A.Davis 8+5reb+1ast, Z.Karabelas 7+2reb+5ast, S.Mastrogiannopoulos 6+2reb+1ast, P.Filippakos 4+5reb Panathinaikos - Aris 96-79 Not a big story in a game in Athens where 7th ranked Aris (6-6) was defeated by second ranked Panathinaikos (10-2) 96-79 on Sunday. Panathinaikos shot 64.2 percent from the field and made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. Panathinaikos had a 32-16 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Nate Wolters (193-1991, college: S.Dakota St., agency: Pensack Sports) who scored 15 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. The former international guard Georgios Kalaitzakis (201-1999) chipped in 13 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Panathinaikos' coach Dejan Radonjic let to play all 12 players saving starting five for next games. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international point guard Vasileios Toliopoulos (186-1996) who recorded 16 points and 4 assists and American guard Josh Hagins (187-1994, college: UALR, agency: Haylett Sports) added 15 points and 5 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Panathinaikos have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 10-2 record having just two points less than leader Olympiacos. Aris lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with six games lost. They share the position with Promitheas. Panathinaikos will meet Lavrio (#11) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Aris' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Thessaloniki PAOK. Top scorers: Panathinaikos: A.Gudaitis 16+4reb+1ast, N.Wolters 15+7reb+8ast, D.Williams 13+1reb, G.Kalaitzakis 13+5reb+4ast, M.Lefteris 10+1reb+2ast, D.Bacon 10+4reb+1ast Aris: V.Toliopoulos 16+3reb+4ast, E.Mitrou-Long 15+4reb+3ast, J.Hagins 15+2reb+5ast, N.Horchler 12+7reb+1ast, I.Sanogo 6+3reb, N.Omer 4+1ast PAOK - Peristeri 70-81 The most interesting game of round 12 in the GBL was a home defeat of 4th ranked PAOK (7-5) to third ranked Peristeri (8-4) 81-70 in the game for the third place. It ended the two-game winning streak of PAOK. Peristeri made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of French point guard Sylvain Francisco (185-1997, agency: BeoBasket) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 assists and the former international forward Leonidas Kaselakis (200-1990) who added 18 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Four Peristeri players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Jaylen Hands (191-1999, college: UCLA) with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) and the former international power forward Vangelis Margaritis (203-1982) scored 13 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Peristeri maintains third position with 8-4 record having four points less than leader Olympiacos. PAOK at the other side keeps the fourth place with five games lost. They share the position with AEK and Kolossos HH. Peristeri are looking forward to face league's leader Olympiacos in Piraeus in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. PAOK's supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Thessaloniki to the arena Aris. Top scorers: Peristeri: L.Kaselakis 18+9reb+1ast, M.Bilan 17+4reb+3ast, S.Francisco 16+4reb+10ast, M.Denmon 15+2reb+3ast, D.Moraitis 6+3reb, A.Radanov 5+2reb+2ast PAOK: J.Hands 15+6reb+6ast, V.Margaritis 13+2reb+1ast, J.Sibert 8+2reb, D.Slaftsakis 7+4reb+1ast, J.Riley 7+1reb+5ast, Y.Franke 6+5reb+1ast Promitheas - Lavrio 74-71 Eleventh-ranked Lavrio (2-10) gave a tough game to eighth ranked Promitheas (6-6) in Patras on Saturday. Promitheas managed to secure only three-point victory 74-71. However their fans expected easier game. Promitheas made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was Puerto Rican center George Conditt IV (208-2000, college: Iowa St.) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds. The former international forward Vasilis Mouratos (193-1997) chipped in 13 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Promitheas players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American swingman Savion Flagg (201-1999, college: SHSU, agency: Green Sports Management) who recorded 18 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Guyanese center Cyril Langevine (203-1998, college: URI, agency: BeoBasket) added 7 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Lavrio's coach Christos Serellis rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Promitheas moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Aris. Loser Lavrio keeps the eleventh position with ten games lost. Promitheas will meet Ionikos (#9) in the next round. Lavrio will play against the league's second-placed Panathinaikos where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Promitheas: G.Conditt IV 16+11reb, T.Simpson 13+4reb+2ast, V.Mouratos 13+7reb+5ast, A.Kulboka 13+8reb, J.Thomasson 10+4reb+4ast, A.Cowan Jr. 6+6ast Lavrio: S.Flagg 18+9reb+4ast, P.Geromichalos 9+3reb+1ast, R.Martin 8+1reb+1ast, J.Gray 8+3reb+2ast, C.Langevine 7+8reb, N.Alexandros 5+1reb+3ast |
| B Round 13: Panserraikos defeat Gefyra - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Gefyra (8-3) in Thessaloniki on Saturday night. Hosts were edged by Panserraikos (9-3) 58-55. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Panserraikos have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Proteas V. and Makedonikos. Gefyra at the other side dropped to the third place with three games lost. They share the position with Niki Volou and Doxa Lefkadas. Panserraikos will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Gefyra will play on the road against Polygirou in Polygyrou and is hoping to win this game. Important game to mention about took place in Mykonos. Leader Milonas (13-0) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging their biggest opponent Mykonou (9-2) 67-65 in the game for the first place. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Mykonou. The victory was the thirteenth consecutive win for Milonas. Newly promoted Milonas maintains first place with 13-0 record. Mykonou at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the second position with two games lost. They share it with Esperos L.. Milonas will play against Aiolos Agyia (#4) in Patras in the next round. Mykonou will play at home against Ahagia and hopes to get back on the winning track. Very important is a road loss of third ranked Aiolos Agyia (7-5) against tenth ranked Ilysiakos (4-8) on Saturday night. Visiting Aiolos Agyia was defeated by Ilysiakos in a tough game in Athens 59-63. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Aiolos Agyia. Ilysiakos moved-up to eighth place, which they share with OFI and Stavroupolis. Newly promoted Aiolos Agyia dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Ilysiakos' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Athens to the arena Pagrati. Other games in round 13 were not that significant. Ethnikos was beaten by Dafni GS on the road 71-68. APAS won against Enosi on its own court 70-58. Neo Lixurio managed to outperform Ahagia in a road game 73-69. Peukis lost to undefeated Panionios at home 69-81. Esperos K. was defeated by P.Faliro on the opponent's court 91-95. Aigaleo beat Nea Kifissia in a home game 75-69. OFI lost to Panelefsiniakos on the road 72-86. Winless AOK Chania was outscored by Diagoras on its own court 67-102. Vikos I. recorded a loss to Doxa Lefkadas in a road game 71-62. Filippos Veroias defeated Olympiacos V. at home 80-67. Proteas G. was beaten by Esperos L. on the opponent's court 85-74. Niki Volou destroyed Votsis in a home game 71-45. Winless Polygirou was outscored by Makedonikos on the road 83-59. L.Xanthis managed to beat Ermis Lagkada on its own court 66-53. HANTH defeated Efkarpias in Thessaloniki 81-66. Stavroupolis beat Machites at home 69-65. Group 1Ilysiakos - Aiolos Agyia 63-59Very important is a road loss of third ranked Aiolos Agyia (7-5) against tenth ranked Ilysiakos (4-8) on Saturday night. Visiting Aiolos Agyia was defeated by Ilysiakos in a tough game in Athens 59-63. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Aiolos Agyia. Ilysiakos moved-up to eighth place, which they share with OFI and Stavroupolis. Newly promoted Aiolos Agyia dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Ilysiakos' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Athens to the arena Pagrati. Dafni GS - Ethnikos 71-68 There was a surprise result when twelfth ranked Dafni GS (3-9) edged 4th placed Ethnikos (7-5) in Athens 71-68 on Saturday. Dafni GS moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Neo Lixurio and Ahagia. Loser Ethnikos keeps the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Dafni GS's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Athens to the arena Enosi. APAS - Enosi 70-58 Rather expected game when 8th ranked Enosi (4-9) lost to fifth ranked APAS (7-4) in Nafplion 58-70 on Saturday. APAS moved-up to third place, which they share with Filippos Veroias. Loser Enosi dropped to the ninth position with nine games lost. APAS will meet Neo Lixurio (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Enosi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Athens Dafni GS. Ahagia - Neo Lixurio 69-73 There was a small surprise when eleventh ranked Neo Lixurio (3-9) won against 9th ranked Ahagia (3-9) in Kato Achaia 73-69 on Sunday. Neo Lixurio moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Dafni GS and Ahagia. Ahagia lost their third game in a row. Neo Lixurio will meet at home higher ranked APAS (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Ahagia will play against the league's second-placed Mykonou (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory. Mykonou - Milonas 65-67 Important game to mention about took place in Mykonos. Leader Milonas (13-0) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging their biggest opponent Mykonou (9-2) 67-65 in the game for the first place. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Mykonou. The victory was the thirteenth consecutive win for Milonas. Newly promoted Milonas maintains first place with 13-0 record. Mykonou at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the second position with two games lost. They share it with Esperos L.. Milonas will play against Aiolos Agyia (#4) in Patras in the next round. Mykonou will play at home against Ahagia and hopes to get back on the winning track. Group 2Peukis - Panionios 69-81Not a big story in a game when 11th ranked Peukis (2-9) lost to leader Panionios (12-0) in Athens 69-81 on Saturday. The victory was the twelfth consecutive win for Panionios. They maintain first place with 12-0 record. Peukis lost their fifth game in a row. Newly promoted team dropped to the ninth position with nine games lost. They share it with Proteas G.. Panionios will meet at home Diagoras (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Peukis will play against Esperos K. in Kallithea and it may be a tough game between close rivals. P.Faliro - Esperos K. 95-91 Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked P.Faliro (9-4) defeated 7th ranked Esperos K. (6-8) in Piraeus 95-91 on Saturday. P.Faliro maintains fourth place with 9-4 record. Loser Esperos K. keeps the seventh position with eight games lost. P.Faliro will meet higher ranked Proteas V. (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Esperos K. will play against Peukis (#11) and hope to secure a win. Aigaleo - Nea Kifissia 75-69 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 5th ranked Nea Kifissia (7-5) lost on the road to sixth ranked Aigaleo (7-5) 75-69 on Saturday. Aigaleo moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Nea Kifissia. Aigaleo will meet OFI (#9) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Nea Kifissia's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Athens Doukas. Panelefsiniakos - OFI 86-72 No shocking result in a game when second ranked Panelefsiniakos (10-3) beat 9th ranked OFI (4-8) in Eleusina 86-72 on Saturday. Panelefsiniakos maintains second place with 10-3 record having just one point less than leader Ikaroi T. Loser OFI dropped to the eighth position with eight games lost. They share it with Ilysiakos and Stavroupolis. Panelefsiniakos will meet AOK Chania (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. OFI will play against Aigaleo (#5) and hope to secure a win. AOK Chania - Diagoras 67-102 Very expected game when bottom-ranked AOK Chania (0-13) was smashed at home by eighth ranked Diagoras (5-7) 102-67 on Saturday. Newly promoted Diagoras maintains eighth place with 5-7 record, which they share with HANTH. AOK Chania lost their thirteenth game in a row. They still close the standings with 13 games lost. Diagoras will meet league's leader Panionios in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. AOK Chania will play against the league's second-placed Panelefsiniakos (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory. Group 3Doxa Lefkadas - Vikos I. 71-62There was a small surprise when fourth ranked Doxa Lefkadas (8-3) won against at home much higher ranked Vikos I. (8-2) 71-62 on Saturday. Doxa Lefkadas moved-up to third place, which they share with Niki Volou and Gefyra. Newly promoted Vikos I. dropped to the third position with two games lost. Doxa Lefkadas will meet Olympiacos V. (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Vikos I. will have a break next round. Filippos Veroias - Olympiacos V. 80-67 Not a big story in a game when 10th ranked Olympiacos V. (1-11) lost to sixth ranked Filippos Veroias (7-4) in Veria 67-80 on Saturday. Filippos Veroias moved-up to third place, which they share with APAS. Olympiacos V. lost their third game in a row. They keep the tenth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Efkarpias. Filippos Veroias will meet Proteas G. (#9) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Olympiacos V. will play against Doxa Lefkadas and hope to win that game. Esperos L. - Proteas G. 85-74 Everything went according to plan when third ranked Esperos L. (9-2) defeated 9th ranked Proteas G. (2-9) in Lamia 85-74 on Saturday. Esperos L. moved-up to second place, which they share with Mykonou. Loser Proteas G. keeps the ninth position with nine games lost. They share it with Peukis. Esperos L. will meet Votsis (#8) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Proteas G. will play against Filippos Veroias and hope to secure a win. Niki Volou - Votsis 71-45 There was no surprise when 8th ranked Votsis (3-8) was outleveled by fifth ranked Niki Volou (8-3) in NIki Volou 71-45 on Saturday. The victory was the third consecutive win for Niki Volou. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Doxa Lefkadas and Gefyra. Votsis lost their third game in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the eighth position with eight games lost. They share it with Doukas. Niki Volou will meet Anagenisi K. (#7) in the next round. Votsis will play against the league's second-placed Esperos L. and hope to secure a win. Group 4Gefyra - Panserraikos 55-58The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Gefyra (8-3) in Thessaloniki on Saturday night. Hosts were edged by Panserraikos (9-3) 58-55. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Panserraikos have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Proteas V. and Makedonikos. Gefyra at the other side dropped to the third place with three games lost. They share the position with Niki Volou and Doxa Lefkadas. Panserraikos will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Gefyra will play on the road against Polygirou in Polygyrou and is hoping to win this game. Makedonikos - Polygirou 83-59 No shocking result in a game when second ranked Makedonikos (9-3) crushed bottom-ranked Polygirou (0-12) in Kozani 83-59 on Saturday. Makedonikos keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Proteas V. and Panserraikos. Polygirou lost their twelfth game in a row. They still close the standings with 12 games lost. Makedonikos will meet Ermis Lagkada (#4) in the next round. Polygirou will play against Gefyra (#3) and hopes to get finally their first victory. L.Xanthis - Ermis Lagkada 66-53 There was a minor upset when 4th placed Ermis Lagkada (8-4) lost on the road to sixth ranked L.Xanthis (8-4) 66-53 on Saturday. L.Xanthis moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Ermis Lagkada and Machites. L.Xanthis will meet HANTH (#8) in the next round. Ermis Lagkada will play against the league's second-placed Makedonikos (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Efkarpias - HANTH 66-81 Rather predictable result when eighth ranked HANTH (5-7) won against 10th ranked Efkarpias (1-11) in Thessaloniki 81-66 on Saturday. HANTH maintains eighth place with 5-7 record, which they share with Diagoras. Loser Efkarpias keeps the tenth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Olympiacos V.. HANTH will meet at home higher ranked L.Xanthis (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Efkarpias will play against Machites (#5) in Pefkon and hope to win that game. Stavroupolis - Machites 69-65 There was an upset when higher ranked Machites (8-4) lost to ninth ranked Stavroupolis (4-8) in Thessaloniki 65-69 on Saturday. Stavroupolis moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Ilysiakos and OFI. Loser Machites dropped to the fourth position with four games lost. They share it with Ermis Lagkada and L.Xanthis. 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| Greek GBL round 12 best performance: Nate Wolters (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 31-year old player was the main contributor (15 points, seven rebounds and eight assists) to his team's victory, helping them to crush Aris (#8, 6-6) with 17-point margin 96-79. Panathinaikos maintains the 2nd position in Greek GBL. They are still close to the very top. Panathinaikos would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 10-2 record. In the team's last game Wolters had a remarkable 85.7% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Nate Wolters averages this season 6.8ppg. The second best player in last round's games was another Panathinaikos' star - young Lithuanian Arturas Gudaitis (211-C-1993). Gudaitis had a very good evening with 16 points and 4 rebounds. Of course together with Wolters he helped Panathinaikos with another comfortable win 96-79 over the lower-ranked Aris (#8, 6-6) being unquestionably team leader. Panathinaikos' second position in the standings has not changed. His team lost just two games this season, while they won 10 matches. Gudaitis is a newcomer at Panathinaikos 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 Cypriot forward Aleksandar Vezenkov (206-F-1995) of league's top team Olympiacos. Vezenkov scored 15 points and grabbed ten rebounds. He was a key player of Olympiacos, leading his team to a 97-60 easy win against the lower-ranked Apollon P. (#10, 3-9). Olympiacos have amazing season winning all 12 games without a single defeat. Vezenkov turns to be one of the very best players in the league while he is also a leader of the top team having his eyes on the championship title. Vezenkov has a great season in Greece. After 11 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.8ppg (7th best). He also has FGP: 64.1% and 3PT: 60.0%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Jaylen Hands (191-G-1999) of PAOK - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists 5. George Conditt IV (208-C-2000) of Promitheas - 16 points and 11 rebounds 6. Leonidas Kaselakis (200-F-1990) of Peristeri - 18 points and 9 rebounds 7. Sylvain Francisco (185-PG-1997) of Peristeri - 16 points, 4 rebounds and 10 assists 8. Vasilis Mouratos (193-F-1997) of Promitheas - 13 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists 9. Dimitris Katsivelis (195-G-1991) of Kolossos HH - 11 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Miro Bilan (213-C-1989) of Peristeri - 17 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Round 15: Den Helder is defeated by Den Bosch in a derby game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The teams have now bigger motivation at this stage of Regular Season. Every game can be crucial and decide about teams' position at the end of Regular Season. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most interesting game of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Holland. Leader Den Bosch won against host Den Helder (4-10) 79-62. They outrebounded Den Helder 42-31 including a 34-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for Norwegian forward Chris-Ebou Ndow (201-1993, college: NW Missouri St.) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 9 rebounds. American forward Donte Thomas (201-1996, college: Bradley) helped adding 15 points and 8 rebounds. The best for the losing side was British-Dutch guard Sam Van Oostrum (196-1998, college: FPU) with 17 points and 8 rebounds. Undefeated Den Bosch (12-0) have an impressive series of twelve victories in a row. Defending Dutch champion maintains first place with a perfect record of 12 victories in a row. Den Helder lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with ten games lost. Den Bosch are looking forward to face BAL Weert (#9) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Den Helder will play against Leeuwarden and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series. One of the most interesting games of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Holland. The game took place in Rotterdam where seventh ranked Feyenoord won against visiting Leeuwarden (10-5) 87-70. It was an exceptional evening for power forward Jeroen van der List (213-1989, college: Indian Hills, agency: BIG) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds. Shavar Reynolds Jr accounted for 19 points and 9 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Canadian guard Keevan Veinot (193, college: Dalhousie) came up with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for Leeuwarden in the defeat. Feyenoord maintains seventh place with 6-6 record. Leeuwarden at the other side keeps the third position with five games lost. Feyenoord will play against league's second-placed ZZ Leiden at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Leeuwarden will play against Den Helder and hopes to get back on the winning track. One of the most interesting games of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Belgium. Second ranked Oostende won against host Leuven Bears (6-7) 79-75. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Leuven Bears. The best player for the winners was Breein Tyree who scored 24 points. Oostende's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was KeVaughn Allen who recorded 20 points. Defending Belgian champion maintains second place with 9-4 record having just two points less than leader Charleroi, which they share with Antwerp. Loser Leuven Bears keep the sixth position with seven games lost. Oostende will meet at home Circus Brussels (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Leuven Bears will play against Limburg United (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 15: Belfius Mons won against Liege on the opponent's court 95-86. Mechelen unfortunately lost to Aalst in a home game 90-98. Antwerp rolled over Brussels on the road 93-67. Charleroi defeated Limburg on its own court 80-75. Zwolle smashed Yoast Utd. in a road game 108-81. BAL Weert was destroyed by Groningen at home 52-78. Belfius Mons unfortunately lost to Antwerp on the opponent's court 62-79. The most impressive stats of the last round was 11 points by Igor Mintogo of Belfius Mons. Den Helder - Den Bosch 62-79 The most interesting game of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Holland. Leader Den Bosch won against host Den Helder (4-10) 79-62. They outrebounded Den Helder 42-31 including a 34-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for Norwegian forward Chris-Ebou Ndow (201-1993, college: NW Missouri St.) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 9 rebounds. American forward Donte Thomas (201-1996, college: Bradley) helped adding 15 points and 8 rebounds. Four Den Bosch players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was British-Dutch guard Sam Van Oostrum (196-1998, college: FPU) with 17 points and 8 rebounds and guard Nino Gorissen (175-1997) scored 11 points and 6 assists. Den Bosch (12-0) have an impressive series of twelve victories in a row. Defending Dutch champion maintains first place with a perfect record of 12 victories in a row. Den Helder lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with ten games lost. Den Bosch are looking forward to face BAL Weert (#9) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Den Helder will play against Leeuwarden and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series. Top scorers: Den Bosch: C.Ndow 18+9reb+2ast, D.Thomas 15+8reb+1ast, K.Helfrich 12+6reb+2ast, J.Kok 10+5reb+3ast, K.Webster 8+6reb+2ast, T.van der Mars 6+4reb+2ast Den Helder: S.Van Oostrum 17+8reb+2ast, J.Biss 14+4reb, N.Gorissen 11+3reb+6ast, K.Troy 7+1reb, N.Thran 5+1reb+1ast, D.Halman 4+5reb+1ast Feyenoord - Leeuwarden 87-70 One of the most interesting games of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Holland. The game took place in Rotterdam where seventh ranked Feyenoord won against visiting Leeuwarden (10-5) 87-70. They outrebounded Leeuwarden 36-24 including a 33-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Feyenoord especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 64.7 percentage. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. They brought some defensive toughness making 9 blocks. It was an exceptional evening for power forward Jeroen van der List (213-1989, college: Indian Hills, agency: BIG) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds. American guard Shavar Reynolds Jr (188-1998, college: Monmouth, agency: Haylett Sports) accounted for 19 points and 9 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winning side. Canadian guard Keevan Veinot (193, college: Dalhousie) came up with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Australian forward Tom Kubank (201-1995, college: Mary) added 16 points respectively for Leeuwarden in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Feyenoord maintains seventh place with 6-6 record. Leeuwarden at the other side keeps the third position with five games lost. Feyenoord will play against league's second-placed ZZ Leiden at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Leeuwarden will play against Den Helder and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Feyenoord: T.Diggs 21+7reb+3ast, J.van der List 19+11reb+3ast, S.Reynolds Jr. 19+4reb+9ast, S.Beckton Jr. 14+5reb, D.Vreede Ivo 7+1reb+1ast, T.Bieshaar 4+6reb+1ast Leeuwarden: K.Veinot 20+6reb+4ast, T.Kubank 16+3reb+1ast, B.Reinder 12+5reb+1ast, K.Warner 10+1reb+1ast, D.Jurrian 4+3reb, K.Palsson 3+1reb+5ast Leuven - Oostende 75-79 One of the most interesting games of round 15 was a derby match between two teams from Belgium. Second ranked Oostende won against host Leuven Bears (6-7) 79-75. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Leuven Bears. The best player for the winners was American point guard Breein Tyree (188-1998, college: Ole Miss) who scored 24 points. Forward Vrenz Bleijenbergh (208-2000) chipped in 8 points and 10 rebounds. Oostende's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard KeVaughn Allen (188-1995, college: Florida) who recorded 20 points and the other American import guard Brevin Pritzl (191-1996, college: Wisconsin) added 22 points respectively. Defending Belgian champion maintains second place with 9-4 record having just two points less than leader Charleroi, which they share with Antwerp. Loser Leuven Bears keep the sixth position with seven games lost. Oostende will meet at home Circus Brussels (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Leuven Bears will play against Limburg United (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Oostende: B.Tyree 24+3reb+3ast, P.Gillet 11+2reb+1ast, H.Bratanovic 8+7reb, A.Barcello 8+3reb+2ast, V.Bleijenbergh 8+10reb+3ast, T.Thurman 7+2reb Leuven: B.Pritzl 22+2reb+1ast, K.Allen 20+4reb+3ast, N.McGlynn 13+2reb+1ast, T.Vanderhaegen 7+3reb+1ast, J.Fulkerson 5+8reb+2ast, M.Kherrazi 5+7reb+1ast Liege - Belfius Mons 86-95 Rather expected game when 9th ranked Liege Basket (4-9) was defeated at home by seventh ranked Belfius Mons-Hainaut (6-8) 95-86 on Sunday. Belfius Mons-Hainaut made 29-of-34 free shots (85.3 percent) during the game, while Liege Basket only scored ten points from the stripe. The best player for the winners was American point guard Charlie Moore (180-1998, college: Miami, FL) who scored 27 points (went 11 for 11 at the free throw line !!!). His fellow American import guard Keith Braxton (196-1997, college: SFU) chipped in 13 points and 8 rebounds. Five Belfius Mons-Hainaut players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Puerto Rican point guard Angel Rodriguez (180-1992, college: Miami, FL) who recorded 24 points and 5 steals and Slovenian forward Nik Dragan (203-2000) added 14 points (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) respectively. Liege Basket's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Belfius Mons-Hainaut maintains seventh place with 6-8 record. Loser Liege Basket keeps the ninth position with nine games lost. Belfius Mons-Hainaut will meet at home higher ranked Kangoeroes (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Liege Basket will play against the league's second-placed Antwerp Giants (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Belfius Mons: C.Moore 27+4reb+3ast, K.Braxton 13+8reb+1ast, J.Zubac 11+2reb+2ast, Z.Mortant 11+3reb+1ast, M.Igor 10+1reb, A.Gavrilovic 10+4reb Liege: A.Rodriguez 24+3reb+3ast, N.Dragan 14+2reb+3ast, J.Hagins 11+4reb+1ast, M.Depuydt 8+1reb+1ast, N.Moussa 8+3reb, B.Bogaerts 7+3reb Mechelen - Aalst 90-98 There was a surprise result in Mechelen where eighth ranked Okapi Aalst (6-9) defeated 3rd placed Kangoeroes (8-5) 98-90 on Sunday. Okapi Aalst made 23-of-29 free shots (79.3 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was Serbian Nikola Popovic (211-1997, college: Boston Coll.) who scored 28 points and 7 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). American point guard Jordan Walker (186-1997, college: Morehead St.) chipped in 22 points. Five Okapi Aalst players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Brian Fobbs (196-1998, college: Towson) who recorded 33 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!) and center Mattias Palinckx (202-1997) added 15 points (perfect from the field making all six shots) respectively. Kangoeroes' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Okapi Aalst maintains eighth place with 6-9 record. Loser Kangoeroes dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Okapi Aalst will meet at home league's leader Spirou Charleroi in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kangoeroes will play against Belfius Mons-Hainaut in Jemappes and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Aalst: N.Popovic 28+7reb+2ast, J.Walker 22+1reb+1ast, I.Maras 14+9reb, L.Siebe 10+1reb+2ast, M.Nzege 10+4reb, S.Steff 10+3reb+1ast Mechelen: B.Fobbs 33+5reb+2ast, M.Palinckx 15+3reb+1ast, J.Foerts 9+4reb, W.Boss Mukubu 9+5reb+5ast, D.Loubry 7+3reb+8ast, L.Thomas 5+1ast Brussels - Antwerp 67-93 Not a big story in a game when 10th ranked Circus Brussels (2-12) were rolled over at home by third ranked Antwerp Giants (9-4) 93-67 on Sunday. Antwerp Giants dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Circus Brussels' 28. Antwerp Giants looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Thijs De Ridder (203-2003) who scored 21 points and 8 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). American point guard Brandon Anderson (185-1997, college: Brown) chipped in 17 points and 6 assists. Four Antwerp Giants players scored in double figures. Antwerp Giants' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American Daniel Laster (199-1996, college: Gardner-Webb) who recorded a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and German Ferdinand Zylka (191-1998) added 15 points and 4 assists respectively. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Antwerp Giants. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Oostende. Circus Brussels lost their third game in a row. Loser Circus Brussels keep the tenth position with 12 games lost. Antwerp Giants will meet at home Liege Basket (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Circus Brussels will play against Oostende and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Antwerp: D.Ridder Thijs 21+8reb, B.Anderson 17+2reb+6ast, D.Bradford 15+2ast, R.Upshaw Jr. 12+6reb+3ast, R.Rogiers 6+6reb, J.Mwema 6+1reb+3ast Brussels: F.Zylka 15+4reb+4ast, D.Laster 14+11reb, L.Hazard 10+2reb+6ast, S.Llorente 9+2reb+2ast, T.Elijah 7+1reb, J.Ekamba-Ey'Oombe 5+1reb Charleroi - Limburg 80-75 Everything went according to plan when first ranked Spirou Charleroi (10-4) beat at home 4th placed Limburg United (8-6) 80-75 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was Slovenian Bine Prepelic (200-2001) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds. Puerto Rican-Panamanian point guard Jhivvan Jackson (183-1998, college: UTSA) chipped in 19 points. At the other side the best for losing team was center Toon Ceyssens (205-1997) who recorded 12 points and 8 rebounds and Maxime De Zeeuw (206-1987) added 12 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Spirou Charleroi. They maintain first place with 10-4 record. Loser Limburg United keeps the fourth position with six games lost. They share it with Yoast Utd.. Spirou Charleroi will meet Okapi Aalst (#8) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Limburg United will play against Leuven Bears (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Charleroi: J.Jackson 19+4reb+3ast, B.Prepelic 18+12reb+2ast, A.Libert 10+2reb+1ast, K.Nathan 9+6reb+4ast, M.Samardzic 9+3ast, O.Osaghae 6+5reb+1ast Limburg: Y.Desiron 15+4reb, M.De Zeeuw 12+6reb+2ast, T.Ceyssens 12+8reb+1ast, A.Stein 9+4reb, M.Cale 8+4reb+1ast, C.Hammonds 8+4reb+7ast Yoast Utd. - Zwolle 81-108 There was a minor upset in Bemmel where 4th placed Yoast Utd. (8-6) was outplayed by sixth ranked Zwolle (7-6) 108-81 on Sunday. Zwolle shot the lights out from three sinking 17 long-distance shots on high 60.7 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Yoast Utd.'s players. The best player for the winners was Puerto Rican power forward Arnaldo Toro (203-1997, college: St.John's) who scored 27 points and 6 rebounds. Croatian-American forward Duje Dukan (208-1991, college: Wisconsin) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds. Five Zwolle players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Mike Schilder (185-1994) who recorded 27 points and 5 assists and Cuban-Belgian point guard Sigfredo Casero-Ortiz (185-1997) added 17 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. Zwolle maintains sixth place with 7-6 record. Loser Yoast Utd. keeps the fourth position with six games lost. They share it with Limburg. Zwolle will meet Amsterdam (#10) on the road in the next round. Yoast Utd. will play against Groningen (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Zwolle: A.Toro 27+6reb+1ast, D.Dukan 19+12reb+2ast, C.Stolk 18+5reb+3ast, F.Terins 12+2reb+7ast, B.Van Der Vuurst 11+6reb+5ast, R.Van Overbeek 10+2reb+5ast Yoast Utd.: M.Schilder 27+2reb+5ast, S.Casero-Ortiz 17+1reb+2ast, F.Lacis 9+6reb, V.Cole 8+5reb+1ast, S.Levi 8+9reb+2ast, W.Nossek 6+2reb+2ast BAL Weert - Groningen 52-78 No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Groningen (8-7) outleveled on the road 9th ranked BAL Weert (3-12) 78-52 on Sunday. Groningen dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to BAL Weert's 32. Groningen forced 20 BAL Weert turnovers. The best player for the winners was American forward Clay Mounce (201-1998, college: Furman) who scored 14 points and 6 rebounds. His fellow American import guard Vernon Taylor (191-1987, college: Troy) chipped in 15 points. At the other side the best for losing team was German Neil Masnic (200-2000) who recorded 14 points and 6 rebounds and Belgian Noe Botuli (191-2000) 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 fourth consecutive win for Groningen. They maintain fifth place with 8-7 record. Loser BAL Weert keeps the ninth position with 12 games lost. Groningen will meet at home higher ranked Yoast Utd. (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. BAL Weert will play against the league's leader Den Bosch (#1) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Groningen: V.Taylor 15+2reb+2ast, C.Mounce 14+6reb, R.Zakis 12+5reb+2ast, S.Hollanders 9+2reb, V.Gaddefors 7+3reb+2ast, W.Brandwijk 6+10reb+1ast BAL Weert: N.Masnic 14+6reb, N.Botuli 14+4reb+1ast, M.Wilson 7+5reb+2ast, W.Miller 7+6reb, B.Oshean 6+1reb+1ast, S.Armin 4+1reb Antwerp - Belfius Mons 79-62 Very expected game when 7th ranked Belfius Mons-Hainaut (6-8) was defeated on the road by third ranked Antwerp Giants (9-4) 79-62 on Tuesday. Antwerp Giants looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was American swingman Spencer Butterfield (191-1992, college: Utah St.) who scored 15 points and 5 rebounds. His fellow American import point guard Brandon Anderson (185-1997, college: Brown) chipped in 15 points and 4 assists. Antwerp Giants' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Charlie Moore (180-1998, college: Miami, FL) who recorded 11 points and 6 assists and Serbian-Bosnian forward Adin Vrabac (205-1994, agency: PEPI SPORT) added 15 points respectively. Four Belfius Mons-Hainaut players scored in double figures. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Antwerp Giants. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Oostende. Loser Belfius Mons-Hainaut keeps the seventh position with eight games lost. Antwerp Giants will meet at home Liege Basket (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Belfius Mons-Hainaut will play against Kangoeroes and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Antwerp: B.Anderson 15+2reb+4ast, S.Butterfield 15+5reb+3ast, I.Marinkovic 10+6reb+1ast, R.Rogiers 10, D.Ridder Thijs 9+5reb, D.Bradford 7+3reb+7ast Belfius Mons: A.Vrabac 15+1reb+2ast, J.Zubac 13+3reb, M.Igor 11+4reb+2ast, C.Moore 11+2reb+6ast, A.Gavrilovic 5+4reb, K.Braxton 4+6reb+1ast |
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| Hungarian A Division round 16 best performance: Krisztofer Durazi (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 24-year old player had a double-double of 25 points and 12 rebounds, while his team beat Szedeak (#13, 3-13) 93-85. Kormend maintains the 8th position in Hungarian A Division. Kormend is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 8-8 record. In the team's last game Durazi had a remarkable 100.0% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Kormend, through which he has constantly improved. Krisztofer Durazi averages this season 6.7ppg. The second best player in last round's games was young American Desi Washington (188-G-1992) of Szedeak. Washington had a very good evening with 31 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Bad luck as Szedeak lost that game 85-93 to the higher-ranked Kormend (#8, 8-8). This loss caused Szedeak to drop to 13th position in the standings. 13 lost games are too many comparing to just three victories Szedeak managed to get this year. Washington is a newcomer at Szedeak, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 18.9ppg (#2). He also recorded 6.2 assists per game. Third on the list of top players last round was American guard Darius Perry (188-G-1999) of Hubner NBS (#14). Perry scored 20 points. Despite Perry's great performance Hubner NBS lost 70-83 to the higher-ranked Szolnok (#2, 14-2). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Hubner NBS can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have extremely bad season and 1-14 record places them at the very bottom of the standings. Perry has individually a great season in Hungary. After 15 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 22.2ppg (best scorer) and assists with 4.8apg (9th best). He also has 2.7spg and FGP: 50.9%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Zoltan Perl (195-SF-1995) of Szombathely - 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Deon Edwin (190-G-1992) of Atomeromu - 22 points, 3 rebounds and 11 assists 6. Stefan Mijovic (193-G-1995) of Bp. Honved - 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Matt Tiby (203-PF-1992) of Szombathely - 18 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Michael Hughes (203-C-1998) of Kaposvari - 17 points and 6 rebounds 9. Kristof Simon (187-PG-1994) of Bp. Honved - 18 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Kristof Bognar (205-C/F-1994) of Szedeak - 15 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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| KR Reykjavik signs Antonio Williams, ex Plymouth P. - by Dimitri Chelidze | ||||
He is quite an experienced player. Williams has played also professionally in Canada (Ottawa), Estonia (Tallinna Kalev), Switzerland, and The Basketball Tournament (Mid-American Unity). He won ICCAC D1 championship titles in 2017 and 2018. Williams was voted to MAC All-Defensive Team back in 2020. He graduated from Kent State in 2020 and it is his third season as a professional player. |
| Best players of Icelandic D1 round 15 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 24-year old power forward had a double-double of 40 points and seventeen rebounds, while his team lost the game against Hamar (#2, 12-3) 113-127. Skallagrimur maintains the 5th position in Icelandic D1. Skallagrimur is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. But it was their 8th lost game this season out of 15 games. In the team's last game Jordan had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range and got three three-pointers out of 6 attempts. He turned to be Skallagrimur's top player in his first season with the team. Siena Heights University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Jordan is in league's top in points (2nd best: 30.8ppg), rebounds (6th best: 10.5rpg) and averages solid 1.5bpg,3.1spg,62.6% FGP and 40.6% from behind 3-point line. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Spanish point guard Arturo Fernandez (183-PG-1990, agency: Helping Ballers) of Thor AK. Fernandez impressed basketball fans with 47 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists. Bad luck as Thor AK lost that game 84-103 to the higher-ranked Selfoss (#4, 9-6). Thor AK are still at the very bottom. 14 lost games are too many comparing to just one victory Thor AK managed to get this year. Fernandez is a newcomer at Thor AK 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 29.8ppg (#4). His other stats are also decent: 5.8rpg and 4.3apg. The third best performed player last round was Canadian Lewis Diankulu (201-F/C-1995) of Fjolnir (#6). Diankulu got into 30-points club by scoring 31 points in the last round. He went also for twelve rebounds . He was a key player of Fjolnir, leading his team to a 74-73 win against slightly lower-ranked IA (#8, 5-10). The chances of Fjolnir ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 9 games, recording just six victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Diankulu could help Fjolnir to bring them higher in the standings. Diankulu has a great season in Iceland. After only 7 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 23.0ppg (5th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Ragnar Nathanaelsson (220-C-1991) of Hamar - 12 points, 22 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Tyler Stewart (203-G/F-1998) of Sindri - 23 points, 14 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Mirza Sarajlija (187-PG-1991) of Hamar - 26 points, 3 rebounds and 10 assists 7. Jose Medina (185-PG-1993) of Hamar - 32 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists 8. Ahmad Gilbert (200-F-1996) of Hrunamenn - 29 points, 12 rebounds and 9 assists 9. Sam Burt (201-F-1994) of Hrunamenn - 25 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Arnor Hermannsson (192-PG-1998) of Armann - 23 points, 13 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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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The biggest surprise of round 15 in D1 was guest Fjolnir's (6-9) road victory over 7th ranked IA (5-10) 74-73 on Monday evening. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But IA won third quarter 18-14. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The best player for the winners was Canadian power forward Lewis Diankulu (201-1995, college: Queens, NC) who had a double-double by scoring 31 points and 12 rebounds (on 13-of-16 shooting from the field). Swedish forward Simon Fransis (201-1995, college: Webber) chipped in 23 points and 9 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Croatian Marko Jurica (194-1996) who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds. Fjolnir have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Hrunamenn. IA lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with ten games lost. Fjolnir is looking forward to face higher ranked Sindri (#3) in Hofn in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. IA will play on the road against Hrunamenn (#7) in Fludir and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Leader Alftanes delivered the thirteenth victory. This time they beat 6th ranked Hrunamenn (6-9) 97-84 in Reykjavik. It was a good game for American forward Cedrick Bowen (198-1992, college: Charleston So.) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Dui Jonsson contributed with 20 points, 6 assists and 5 steals for the winners. American forward Ahmad Gilbert (200-1996, college: St.Thomas, FL) answered with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 12 rebounds, 9 assists and 5 steals for Hrunamenn. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Alftanes maintains first place with 13-2 record. Hrunamenn lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with nine games lost. They share it with Fjolnir. Alftanes will play against Skallagrimur (#5) in Borganes in the next round. Hrunamenn will play at home against IA and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Ninth-ranked Armann (3-6) made lots of trouble for third ranked Sindri (10-5) in Hofn on Monday. Sindri managed to secure only seven-point victory 95-88. However their fans expected much easier game. It was a great evening for Tyler Stewart who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 14 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Arnor Hermannsson with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists. Sindri maintains third place with 10-5 record having just three points less than leader Alftanes. Newly promoted Armann keeps the ninth position with six games lost. Sindri will meet Fjolnir (#6) in the next round. Armann will play against Thor AK and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Other games of round 15 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Hamar defeated Armann in a road game 97-81. Hamar beat Skallagrimur at home 127-113. Selfoss destroyed Thor AK on the opponent's court 103-84. The best stats of 15th round was 12 points, 22 rebounds and 9 blocks by Ragnar Nathanaelsson of Hamar. Armann - Hamar 81-97 There was no surprise in Reykjavik where 9th ranked Armann (3-6) was defeated by second ranked Hamar (12-3) 97-81 on Monday. The guests trailed by 2 points at the halftime before their 61-43 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Hamar made 11 blocks. It was a great evening for Spanish point guard Jose Medina (185-1993) who led his team to a victory scoring 32 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. The former international center Ragnar Nathanaelsson (220-1991) helped adding 12 points, 22 rebounds and 9 blocks. Four Hamar players scored in double figures. Hamar's coach Halldor Thorsson used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was Kristofer Gislason (194-1996) with 16 points and 6 rebounds and American center William Thompson (203-1993, college: Felician) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds. Hamar have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain second place with 12-3 record behind leader Alftanes. Newly promoted Armann keeps the ninth position with six games lost. Hamar will meet Selfoss (#4) on the road in the next round. Armann will play against Thor AK (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Armann: K.Gislason 16+6reb+2ast, A.Egill 14, W.Thompson 13+10reb+1ast, G.Hardarson 11, A.Hermannsson 9+5reb+4ast, O.Petursson 6+3reb Hamar: J.Medina 32+5reb+7ast, B.Asgeirsson 18+8reb+3ast, R.Nathanaelsson 12+22reb+2ast, P.Elias 11+2reb+1ast, M.Sarajlija 8+3reb+2ast, B.Howard 8+4reb+1ast Hamar - Skallagrimur 127-113 No shocking result in a game when second ranked Hamar (12-3) defeated at home 5th ranked Skallagrimur (7-8) 127-113 on Monday. Skallagrimur trailed 68-65 at halftime, rallying from a 42-28 deficit at the end of first quarter to trim the gap. Hamar shot the lights out from three sinking 24 long-distance shots on high 55.8 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Hamar made 7 blocks. It was a great evening for Spanish point guard Jose Medina (185-1993) who led his team to a victory scoring 36 points (!!!) and 6 assists. Slovenian point guard Mirza Sarajlija (187-1991) helped adding 26 points and 10 assists. The best for the losing side was American Keith Jordan (198-1998, college: SHU) with a double-double by scoring 40 points (!!!), 17 rebounds and 4 assists (went 11 for 11 at the free throw line !!!) and point guard Bjorgvin Rikhardsson (195-1993) scored 23 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Hamar have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain second place with 12-3 record behind leader Alftanes. Skallagrimur at the other side keeps the fifth position with eight games lost. Hamar will meet Selfoss (#4) on the road in the next round. Skallagrimur will play against the league's leader Alftanes and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Skallagrimur: K.Jordan 40+17reb+4ast, B.Rikhardsson 23+6reb+4ast, M.Sedlarevic 23+4reb, K.Almar 11+2reb+3ast, D.Gudmundsson 11+1reb, B.Rikhardsson 3+2reb+4ast Hamar: J.Medina 36+4reb+6ast, M.Sarajlija 26+3reb+10ast, B.Asgeirsson 18+2reb+5ast, S.Alfonso 15+2reb+3ast, R.Nathanaelsson 14+9reb+1ast, B.Howard 8+4reb Sindri - Armann 95-88 OT Ninth-ranked Armann (3-6) made lots of trouble for third ranked Sindri (10-5) in Hofn on Monday. Sindri managed to secure only seven-point victory 95-88. However their fans expected much easier game. Armann was trailing by 12 points at halftime but managed to get 5-point lead after three quarters before a 24-19 charge of Sindri, which allowed them to tie the game at the end of regular time. They were better in overtime eventually winning that period 13-6. Sindri made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a great evening for American swingman Tyler Stewart (203-1998, college: SFU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 14 rebounds. Spanish guard Ismael Herrero (188-1996) helped adding 7 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists. The best for the losing side was point guard Arnor Hermannsson (192-1998) with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists and American center William Thompson (203-1993, college: Felician) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 15 rebounds. Five Armann players scored in double figures. Sindri maintains third place with 10-5 record having just three points less than leader Alftanes. Newly promoted Armann keeps the ninth position with six games lost. Sindri will meet Fjolnir (#6) in the next round. Armann will play against Thor AK and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Armann: A.Hermannsson 23+13reb+6ast, A.Bracey 16+4reb+2ast, K.Gislason 15+5reb+2ast, I.Steingrimsson 13+6reb+1ast, W.Thompson 11+15reb, S.Bjornsson 7+5reb+2ast Sindri: T.Stewart 23+14reb+2ast, R.Daunys 18+2reb, O.Teglgaard 18+4reb+2ast, I.Jassey Demba 9+3reb+6ast, G.Sanchez 9+4reb+2ast, I.Herrero 7+6reb+12ast IA - Fjolnir 73-74 The biggest surprise of round 15 in D1 was guest Fjolnir's (6-9) road victory over 7th ranked IA (5-10) 74-73 on Monday evening. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But IA won third quarter 18-14. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The best player for the winners was Canadian power forward Lewis Diankulu (201-1995, college: Queens, NC) who had a double-double by scoring 31 points and 12 rebounds (on 13-of-16 shooting from the field). Swedish forward Simon Fransis (201-1995, college: Webber) chipped in 23 points and 9 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Croatian Marko Jurica (194-1996) who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds and forward Anders Adersteg (197-1995) added 19 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Four IA players scored in double figures. Fjolnir have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Hrunamenn. IA lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with ten games lost. Fjolnir is looking forward to face higher ranked Sindri (#3) in Hofn in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. IA will play on the road against Hrunamenn (#7) in Fludir and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: IA: M.Jurica 20+11reb+2ast, A.Anders 19+9reb+3ast, J.Dupree 17+12reb, L.Christofis 11+6reb+10ast, H.Thorleifsson 4+2reb+1ast, J.Thordur 2+1reb+1ast Fjolnir: L.Diankulu 31+12reb+1ast, S.Fransis 23+9reb+3ast, A.Hilmir 7+2reb+4ast, B.Karl 5+3reb+2ast, H.Fannar 3, P.Peric 3+3reb+4ast Alftanes - Hrunamenn 97-84 Leader Alftanes delivered the thirteenth victory. This time they beat 6th ranked Hrunamenn (6-9) 97-84 in Reykjavik. Hrunamenn was ahead by 2 points at the halftime before a 50-35 second half run of Alftanes. Strangely Hrunamenn outrebounded Alftanes 48-32 including a 16-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a good game for American forward Cedrick Bowen (198-1992, college: Charleston So.) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Point guard Dui Jonsson (183-2001) contributed with 20 points, 6 assists and 5 steals for the winners. Five Alftanes players scored in double figures. American forward Ahmad Gilbert (200-1996, college: St.Thomas, FL) answered with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 12 rebounds, 9 assists and 5 steals and American-Hungarian forward Sam Burt (201-1994, college: FPU) added 25 points and 13 rebounds in the effort for Hrunamenn. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Alftanes maintains first place with 13-2 record. Hrunamenn lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with nine games lost. They share it with Fjolnir. Alftanes will play against Skallagrimur (#5) in Borganes in the next round. Hrunamenn will play at home against IA and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Hrunamenn: A.Gilbert 29+12reb+9ast, S.Burt 25+13reb+2ast, A.Odinn 8+3reb, Y.Oskarsson 5+3reb+5ast, E.Arnor 5+5reb, C.Cioacata 3+7reb+1ast Alftanes: D.Jonsson 20+1reb+6ast, C.Bowen 18+12reb+4ast, S.Stojanovic 17+6reb+2ast, D.Stipcic 12+2reb+4ast, K.Unnsteinn 11+1reb, E.Aevarsson 11+5reb+2ast Thor AK - Selfoss 84-103 Very expected game in Akureyri where 10th ranked Thor AK (1-14) was rolled over by fourth ranked Selfoss (9-6) 103-84 on Monday. The game was mostly controlled by Selfoss. Thor AK managed to win third quarter 31-29. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Selfoss forced 21 Thor AK turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. It was a great evening for American-Dutch Gerald Robinson (203-1984, college: UT Martin) who led his team to a victory scoring 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Arnaldur Grimsson (195-2002) helped adding 23 points and 5 rebounds. Four Selfoss players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Spanish point guard Arturo Fernandez (183-1990, agency: Helping Ballers) with 47 points (!!!) and forward Baldur Johannsson (195-2001) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds. Thor AK's coach Daniel Halldorsson rotated eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Selfoss maintains fourth place with 9-6 record. Thor AK lost third consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 14 games lost. Selfoss will meet at home league's second-placed Hamar in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Thor AK will play against Armann (#9) in Reykjavik and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Thor AK: A.Fernandez 47+4reb+2ast, J.Baldur 18+11reb+1ast, J.Smari 8+6reb+4ast, T.Cutuk 5+9reb, H.Einarsson 3+3reb+5ast, J.Andri 2+2reb Selfoss: G.Robinson 23+7reb+4ast, G.Arnaldur 23+5reb+2ast, C.Kennedy 21+5reb+3ast, E.Birkir 15+2reb+1ast, P.Isak 9+3reb+12ast, J.Styrmir 7+1reb+1ast |
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| Asia-Basket.com All-Indian INBL Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Finals MVP:  Maharaja Kumar (187-PG) of Chennai H.Player of the Year: Baladhaneshwar Poiyamozhi (179-PG-1999) of Chennai H.Guard of the Year: Baladhaneshwar Poiyamozhi (179-PG-1999) of Chennai H.Forward of the Year: Pratyanshu Tomar (202-F-2000) of Bengaluru K.Center of the Year: Piyush Meena (208-C-1999) of Delhi D.
First Team Baladhaneshwar Poiyamozhi (179-PG-1999) of Chennai H. Maharaja Kumar (187-PG) of Chennai H. Abhishek Gowda (171-G) of Bengaluru K. Pratyanshu Tomar (202-F-2000) of Bengaluru K. Piyush Meena (208-C-1999) of Delhi D.
Second Team Muin Hafeez (189-PG-1996) of Chennai H. Sahil Sahil (185-G-1999) of Chandigarh W. Kanwar Gurbaz Singh Sandhu (188-G-1999) of Chandigarh W. Gineeb Benny (198-C-1998) of Chennai H. Sahajkumar Patel (208-C-1996) of Mumbai T.Honorable Mention A Surya (189-G) of Chennai H. Anil Kumar (185-G) of Bengaluru K. Sejin Mathew (195-F) of Kochi T. Vaisakh Manoj (194-F) of Kochi T. Lalrina Renthlei (182-G) of Kochi T. Harsh Dagar (189-SG-2005) of Delhi D. Sameer Qureshi (172-G) of Mumbai T. Vivek Goti (205-C-1994) of Mumbai T. |
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| Superleague Round 19: Zob Ahan defeat Naft Abadan in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in Superleague. Coincidentally all visitors won their games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 19 in the Superleague took place in Abadan. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of 4th placed Naft Abadan (12-6) to second ranked Zob Ahan (14-5) 89-88 on Monday evening. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Naft Abadan. Zob Ahan maintains second place with 14-5 record having just one point less than leader Gorgan. Naft Abadan at the other side keeps the fourth position with six games lost. Zob Ahan are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Raad (#12) in Mashhad in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Naft Abadan will play on the road against the league's leader Gorgan (#1) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win. Important game to mention about took place in Kerman. Seventh ranked Parsa (9-9) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging 6th ranked Kerman (9-10) 75-72 in the game for the sixth place. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Kerman. Parsa moved-up to sixth place. Kerman at the other side dropped to the seventh position with ten games lost. Parsa will play against Rafsanjan (#10) at home in the next round. Kerman will play against Sanaye and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game between Top Four teams took place in Amol. Their biggest opponent host Kalleh (13-6) lost to first ranked Gorgan (16-2) 88-83. Gorgan have an impressive series of six victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 16-2 record. Newly promoted Kalleh dropped to the third position with six games lost. Gorgan will meet at home Naft Abadan (#4) in the next round. Kalleh will play against Azarshahr and hope to secure a win. In the last two games of round 19 Rafsanjan won against Raad on the opponent's court 74-64. Sanaye unfortunately lost to Mahram in a home game 87-96. Kalleh - Gorgan 83-88 The game between Top Four teams took place in Amol. Their biggest opponent host Kalleh (13-6) lost to first ranked Gorgan (16-2) 88-83. Gorgan have an impressive series of six victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 16-2 record. Newly promoted Kalleh dropped to the third position with six games lost. Gorgan will meet at home Naft Abadan (#4) in the next round. Kalleh will play against Azarshahr and hope to secure a win. Kerman - Parsa 72-75 Important game to mention about took place in Kerman. Seventh ranked Parsa (9-9) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging 6th ranked Kerman (9-10) 75-72 in the game for the sixth place. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Kerman. Parsa moved-up to sixth place. Kerman at the other side dropped to the seventh position with ten games lost. Parsa will play against Rafsanjan (#10) at home in the next round. Kerman will play against Sanaye and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Raad - Rafsanjan 64-74 Rather expected game in Mashhad where 12th ranked Raad (2-17) was defeated by tenth ranked Rafsanjan (6-13) 74-64 on Monday. Rafsanjan maintains tenth place with 6-13 record. Raad lost their eighth game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 17 games lost. Rafsanjan will meet higher ranked Parsa (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Raad will play against the league's second-placed Zob Ahan (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory. Naft Abadan - Zob Ahan 88-89 The most exciting game of round 19 in the Superleague took place in Abadan. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of 4th placed Naft Abadan (12-6) to second ranked Zob Ahan (14-5) 89-88 on Monday evening. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Naft Abadan. Zob Ahan maintains second place with 14-5 record having just one point less than leader Gorgan. Naft Abadan at the other side keeps the fourth position with six games lost. Zob Ahan are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Raad (#12) in Mashhad in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Naft Abadan will play on the road against the league's leader Gorgan (#1) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win. Sanaye - Mahram 87-96 Rather predictable result in Bandar Abbass where fifth ranked Mahram (11-7) defeated 9th ranked Sanaye (7-10) 96-87 on Monday. Mahram maintains fifth place with 11-7 record. Loser Sanaye keeps the ninth position with ten games lost. Mahram will meet at home Arak (#8) in the next round. Sanaye will play against Kerman and it may be a tough game between close rivals. |
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| Serie A2 Round 17: #1 Cantu is defeated by Treviglio - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Cantu (14-2) on the court of second ranked Treviglio on Sunday night. Visitors were defeated by Treviglio 90-85. It ended at the same time the 12-game winning streak of Cantu. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Treviglio made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Cantu 38-25 including 28 on the defensive glass. The former international Brian Sacchetti (200-1986, agency: SLN) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and American guard Jason Clark (189-1990, college: Georgetown) chipped in 20 points. Croatian point guard Roko Rogic (187-1992) responded with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Treviglio (12-3) have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain second place having just three points less than leader Pistoia. Cantu at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost. Treviglio are looking forward to face Torino (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Cantu will play against Trapani and is hoping to win this game. Very important is a road loss of first ranked Pistoia (13-4) against fifth ranked Cividale (10-7) on Saturday night. Visiting Pistoia was defeated by Cividale in a tough game in Cividale 58-65. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Pistoia. Point guard Eugenio Rota (178-1999, agency: SLN) nailed 16 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side and Dalton Pepper accounted for 11 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. British forward Carl Wheatle (200-1998) came up with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 16 rebounds for Pistoia in the defeat. The victory was the third consecutive win for Cividale. Newly promoted Cividale maintains fifth place with 10-7 record. Pistoia at the other side still keeps top position with four games lost. They share it with Forli and Cento. Cividale will play against Fortitudo BO (#6) in Bologna in the next round. Pistoia will play at home against Nardo (#8) and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game between Top Four teams took place in Cento. Third ranked host Cento (13-4) defeated 4th placed Udine (11-6) 76-65. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Udine. The best player for the winners was Derrick Marks who scored 26 points and 5 rebounds. Isaiah Briscoe produced 24 points for the guests. Udine's coach Matteo Boniciolli rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Cento keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Pistoia and Forli. Loser Udine keeps the fourth place with six games lost. Cento will meet at home Ferrara (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Udine will play against Rimini (#7) and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 17: Trapani lost to Milano Urania on the opponent's court 70-75. Agrigento managed to outperform Juvi Cremona in a home game 85-79. Piacenza recorded a loss to RO SAzzurra on the road 92-87. Vanoli Cremona defeated Latina on its own court 79-77. Torino beat Monferrato in a road game 74-66. Ferrara lost to Rimini at home 75-85. Ravenna managed to outperform Nardo on the opponent's court 89-85. San Severo recorded a loss to Mantova in a home game 68-76. Fortitudo BO was defeated by Chiusi on the road 75-59. Forli beat Chieti on its own court 83-76. The most impressive stats of the last round was 24 points and 9 rebounds by Michele Serpilli of Chieti. Milano Urania - Trapani 75-70 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 8th ranked Trapani's (6-9) road loss to seventh ranked Milano Urania (8-8) 70-75 on Saturday. Milano Urania made 20-of-22 free shots (90.9 percent) during the game. Milano Urania outrebounded Trapani 32-21 including a 25-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was American guard Nathanial Potts (188-1995, college: MTSU) who scored 24 points and 7 rebounds. His fellow American import forward Kyndahl Hill (201-1994, college: Weber St.) chipped in 15 points and 9 rebounds. Five Milano Urania players scored in double figures. Point guard Federico Massone (191-1998) produced 17 points and 8 assists and Latvian Roberts Stumbris (199-1993) added 13 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the guests. Milano Urania moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Piacenza. Loser Trapani keeps the eighth position with nine games lost. Milano Urania will meet Piacenza (#7) on the road in the next round. Trapani will play against the league's leader Cantu and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Milano Urania: N.Potts 24+7reb+2ast, K.Hill 15+9reb+1ast, M.Montano 12+2reb+3ast, R.Pullazi 10+6reb, A.Amato 10+5reb+5ast, M.Ebeling 4+1reb+2ast Trapani: F.Massone 17+2reb+8ast, R.Stumbris 13+8reb+1ast, G.Romeo 11+1reb+6ast, K.Tsetserukou 8+2reb+1ast, M.Rupil 8+1reb, M.Mollura 7+2reb+3ast Agrigento - Juvi Cremona 85-79 Very predictable result when fifth ranked Agrigento (9-7) defeated at home 10th ranked Juvi Cremona (5-11) 85-79 on Sunday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Agrigento made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was guard Lorenzo Ambrosin (195-1997, agency: SLN) who scored 24 points and 5 rebounds. Ghanian-American Kevin Marfo (206-1997, college: Quinnipiac) chipped in 20 points and 8 rebounds. Austrian-American forward Bryce Douvier (201-1991, college: TAMUCC) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 14 rebounds and point guard Eugenio Fanti (184-1991) added 11 points and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Four Agrigento and five Juvi Cremona players scored in double figures. Newly promoted Agrigento maintains fifth place with 9-7 record. Juvi Cremona at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the tenth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Monferrato. Agrigento will meet Latina (#9) on the road in the next round. Juvi Cremona will have a break next round. Top scorers: Agrigento: L.Ambrosin 24+5reb+2ast, K.Marfo 20+8reb, A.Grande 15+4reb+3ast, D.Francis 13+6reb+2ast, C.Costi 8+1reb, M.Negri 5+4ast Juvi Cremona: B.Douvier 18+14reb+1ast, T.Allen 13+2reb+2ast, B.Alfredo 13+3reb, F.Nasello 11+2reb+1ast, E.Fanti 11+2reb+4ast, V.Luca 6+1reb+1ast Treviglio - Cantu 90-85 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Cantu (14-2) on the court of second ranked Treviglio on Sunday night. Visitors were defeated by Treviglio 90-85. It ended at the same time the 12-game winning streak of Cantu. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Treviglio made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Cantu 38-25 including 28 on the defensive glass. The former international Brian Sacchetti (200-1986, agency: SLN) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and American guard Jason Clark (189-1990, college: Georgetown) chipped in 20 points. Croatian point guard Roko Rogic (187-1992) responded with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international power forward Filippo Rossi (207-1991) scored 18 points and 6 assists. Five Cantu players scored in double figures. Treviglio (12-3) have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain second place having just three points less than leader Pistoia. Cantu at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost. Treviglio are looking forward to face Torino (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Cantu will play against Trapani and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Treviglio: J.Clark 20+4reb+3ast, M.Giuri 19+1reb+5ast, B.Sacchetti 18+12reb+1ast, E.Lombardi 9+3reb, A.Marcius 8+6reb+1ast, L.Maspero 8+3reb+4ast Cantu: R.Rogic 19+5reb+6ast, F.Rossi 18+3reb+6ast, D.Hunt 15+7reb+1ast, L.Bucarelli 15+3reb+6ast, S.Nikolic 13+6reb, B.Nicola 3 RO SAzzurra - Piacenza 92-87 There was an upset in Roma where higher ranked Piacenza (8-8) was defeated by thirteenth ranked RO SAzzurra (2-12) 92-87 on Saturday. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was guard Duane Wilson (190-1994, college: Texas A&M) who scored 22 points and 5 assists. Forward Samuel Givens (197-1989, college: Drexel) chipped in 9 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Wilson is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. RO SAzzurra's coach Luca Bechi used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Power forward Brady Skeens (202-1995, college: Washburn, agency: One Motive Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 15 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and guard Kameron McGusty (196-1997, college: Miami, FL) added 25 points and 6 rebounds (was perfect 9-for-9 from the free throw line !!!) respectively for the guests. Four Piacenza players scored in double figures. RO SAzzurra moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Rieti Kienergia. Loser Piacenza dropped to the sixth position with eight games lost. They share it with Milano Urania. RO SAzzurra will meet at home Rieti Kienergia (#12) in the next round. Piacenza will play against Milano Urania (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: RO SAzzurra: D.Wilson 22+1reb+5ast, A.Chiumenti 14+2reb, L.Nikolic 13+4reb, R.Rullo 10+2reb+1ast, S.Givens 9+10reb+4ast, J.Giachetti 9 Piacenza: K.McGusty 25+6reb+1ast, B.Skeens 17+15reb, F.Miaschi 15+2reb, D.Pascolo 13+6reb+1ast, L.Cesana 6+3reb+8ast, L.Querci 6+2reb Vanoli Cremona - Latina 79-77 Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked Vanoli Cremona (12-4) edged at home 9th ranked Latina (6-10) 79-77 on Sunday. However just two-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. The best player for the winners was Davide Denegri (184-1998, agency: SLN) who scored 20 points and 4 assists. Point guard Lorenzo Caroti (185-1997, agency: Players Group) chipped in 15 points. Four Vanoli Cremona players scored in double figures. Naturalized Dominican point guard Yancarlos Rodriguez (189-1994) produced 18 points and Samuele Moretti (197-1998, agency: SLN) added 8 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Vanoli Cremona moved-up to third place, which they share with Torino. Latina lost their third game in a row. They keep the ninth position with ten games lost. Vanoli Cremona will meet Rieti Kienergia (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Latina will play against Agrigento and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Vanoli Cremona: D.Denegri 20+2reb+4ast, L.Caroti 15+3reb+3ast, J.Cannon 14+7reb, T.Lacey 12+2reb+5ast, A.Pecchia 9+4reb+2ast, J.Mobio 5+2reb Latina: Y.Rodriguez 18+3reb+2ast, M.Lewis II 14+1reb+1ast, I.Alipiev 13+3reb+1ast, A.Cicchetti 8+5reb, S.Moretti 8+6reb+3ast, A.Cacace 7+4reb+1ast Monferrato - Torino 66-74 There was no surprise in Casale where 11th ranked Monferrato (5-11) was defeated by third ranked Torino (12-4) 74-66 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was center Tommaso Guariglia (205-1997, agency: SLN) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds. The former international forward Niccolo De Vico (198-1994, agency: SLN) chipped in 15 points and 7 rebounds. American forward Aaron Carver (201-1996, college: ODU) produced 9 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and Estonian forward Karl Poom (198-2004) added 13 points respectively for the hosts. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Torino. They maintain third place with 12-4 record having just two points less than leader Pistoia, which they share with Vanoli Cremona. Monferrato lost their fifth game in a row. They dropped to the tenth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Juvi Cremona. Torino will meet at home league's second-placed Treviglio in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Monferrato will play against RO SAzzurra (#13) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Torino: T.Guariglia 22+11reb, N.De Vico 15+7reb+3ast, D.Mayfield 10+11reb+2ast, S.Pepe 8+5reb+3ast, R.Jackson Jr. 8+2reb+1ast, M.Schina 7+2reb+6ast Monferrato: P.Karl 13+4reb+1ast, N.Martinoni 13+4reb, L.Redivo 12+1reb+2ast, A.Carver 9+15reb+4ast, E.Quinn 8+2reb+4ast, G.Matteo 7+5reb+5ast Cividale - Pistoia 65-58 Very important is a road loss of first ranked Pistoia (13-4) against fifth ranked Cividale (10-7) on Saturday night. Visiting Pistoia was defeated by Cividale in a tough game in Cividale 58-65. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Pistoia. Point guard Eugenio Rota (178-1999, agency: SLN) nailed 16 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side and naturalized American Dalton Pepper (197-1990, college: Temple, agency: SLN) accounted for 11 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Cividale players scored in double figures. British forward Carl Wheatle (200-1998) came up with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 16 rebounds and American guard Zach Copeland (193-1997, college: Illinois St.) added 17 points respectively for Pistoia in the defeat. The victory was the third consecutive win for Cividale. Newly promoted Cividale maintains fifth place with 10-7 record. Pistoia at the other side still keeps top position with four games lost. They share it with Forli and Cento. Cividale will play against Fortitudo BO (#6) in Bologna in the next round. Pistoia will play at home against Nardo (#8) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Cividale: E.Rota 16+9reb+6ast, M.Gabriele 12+4reb+1ast, L.Battistini 11+8reb, D.Pepper 11+9reb+6ast, G.Dell'Agnello 9+4reb+2ast, A.Cassese 4+1ast Pistoia: Z.Copeland 17+1reb+2ast, L.Saccaggi 13+2reb+3ast, C.Wheatle 10+16reb+1ast, J.Varnado 7+9reb+2ast, G.Della Rosa 6+3reb+1ast, M.Pollone 3+2reb+1ast Ferrara - Rimini 75-85 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when ninth ranked Rimini (8-9) won against on the road 8th ranked Ferrara (8-9) 85-75 on Sunday. Rimini made 19-of-21 free shots (90.5 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American point guard Jazz Johnson (178-1996, college: Nevada) who scored 27 points (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Canadian-Nigerian power forward Derek Ogbeide (203-1997, college: Georgia) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds. Rimini's coach Mattia Ferrari used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard Andy Cleaves II (188-1996, college: CS Stanislaus, agency: Players Group) produced 20 points and naturalized Serbian Mihajlo Jerkovic (204-1999) added 18 points respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Rimini moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Ferrara and Nardo. Rimini will meet higher ranked Udine (#4) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Ferrara will play against the league's second-placed Cento and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Rimini: J.Johnson 27+4reb+1ast, D.Ogbeide 17+10reb+3ast, S.Anumba 13+5reb+2ast, D.Meluzzi 10+3reb+4ast, S.Masciadri 6+3reb+1ast, A.Tassinari 5+4ast Ferrara: A.Cleaves II 20+3reb+3ast, M.Jerkovic 18+4reb, L.Campani 12+3reb+2ast, A.Smith 11+5reb+1ast, M.Tassone 4+2reb+2ast, S.Bellan 4+3reb+2ast Cento - Udine 76-65 The game between Top Four teams took place in Cento. Third ranked host Cento (13-4) defeated 4th placed Udine (11-6) 76-65. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Udine. They outrebounded Udine 37-23 including a 32-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was American guard Derrick Marks (191-1993, college: Boise St., agency: Players Group) who scored 26 points and 5 rebounds. Point guard Giovanni Tomassini (188-1988) chipped in 17 points. American point guard Isaiah Briscoe (190-1996, college: Kentucky) produced 24 points and the former international swingman Alessandro Gentile (201-1992, agency: SLN) added 7 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the guests. Udine's coach Matteo Boniciolli rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Cento keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Pistoia and Forli. Loser Udine keeps the fourth place with six games lost. Cento will meet at home Ferrara (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Udine will play against Rimini (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Cento: D.Marks 26+5reb, G.Tomassini 17+3reb+3ast, Y.Moreno 9+1reb+3ast, D.Archie 7+4reb, D.Toscano 6+9reb, F.Mussini 5+2reb+1ast Udine: I.Briscoe 24+1ast, D.Monaldi 11+2reb, F.Pellegrino 7+5reb, A.Gentile 7+7reb+5ast, M.Antonutti 6+3reb, K.Sherrill 6 Nardo - Ravenna 85-89 There was an upset when higher ranked Nardo (8-9) was defeated at home by thirteenth ranked Ravenna (5-12) 89-85 on Sunday. Ravenna moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with San Severo. Nardo lost their third game in a row. They keep the seventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Ferrara and Rimini. Ravenna will meet at home higher ranked Forli (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Nardo will play against the league's leader Pistoia (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory. San Severo - Mantova 68-76 The game between closely ranked teams ended with tenth ranked Mantova's (7-10) road victory over 11th ranked San Severo (5-12) 76-68 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was the former international power forward Antonio Iannuzzi (208-1991) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds. American point guard Anthony Miles (184-1989, college: Lamar) chipped in 19 points. Four Mantova players scored in double figures. American power forward Ed Daniel (202-1990, college: Murray St., agency: Green Sports Management) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds and naturalized Argentinian swingman Agustin Fabi (200-1991) added 17 points and 4 assists respectively for the hosts. Mantova maintains tenth place with 7-10 record. San Severo lost their fifth game in a row. They dropped to the twelfth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Ravenna. Mantova will meet Chieti (#14) on the road in the next round. San Severo will play against Chiusi and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Mantova: A.Miles 19+2reb+2ast, G.Veronesi 17+1reb, A.Iannuzzi 12+14reb+1ast, L.Ross 10+4reb+1ast, R.Cortese 9+1reb, A.Morgillo 4+5reb San Severo: E.Daniel 18+10reb+1ast, A.Fabi 17+4reb+4ast, N.Raivio 13+7reb+2ast, A.Sabatino 7+6ast, B.Matteo 5+1reb+1ast, L.Tortu 4+5reb+2ast Chiusi - Fortitudo BO 75-59 There was an upset when higher ranked Fortitudo BO (9-8) was defeated on the road by twelfth ranked Chiusi (6-11) 75-59 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was American point guard Lester Medford Jr (178-1993, college: Baylor) who scored 26 points and 4 assists. American-Nigerian guard Daniel Utomi (198-1997, college: USC) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Valerio Cucci (202-1995) produced 17 points and 7 rebounds and the former international guard Matteo Fantinelli (195-1993) added 10 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists respectively for the guests. Chiusi moved-up to eleventh place. Loser Fortitudo BO keeps the sixth position with eight games lost. Chiusi will meet at home San Severo (#13) in the next round. Fortitudo BO will play against Cividale (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Chiusi: L.Medford Jr. 26+2reb+4ast, D.Utomi 14+6reb+2ast, R.Bolpin 8+3reb+3ast, D.Bozzetto 8+9reb+2ast, D.Raucci 8+2reb+1ast, M.Martini 6+4reb+1ast Fortitudo BO: V.Cucci 17+7reb+2ast, N.Italiano 16+2reb+2ast, M.Fantinelli 10+6reb+7ast, P.Aradori 7+4reb+1ast, S.Davis 5+2reb, S.Barbante 2+3reb+1ast Forli - Chieti 83-76 Everything went according to plan when second ranked Forli (13-4) beat at home 14th ranked Chieti (3-14) 83-76 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was American guard Vincent Sanford (193-1990, college: Dayton, agency: Slash Sports) who scored 29 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. His fellow American import Nathan Adrian (206-1995, college: WVU) chipped in 19 points and 8 rebounds. Michele Serpilli (201-1999) produced 24 points and 9 rebounds and center Andrea Ancellotti (212-1988) added 14 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the guests. Forli keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Pistoia and Cento. Chieti lost their third game in a row. They keep the fourteenth place with 14 games lost. Forli will meet Ravenna (#12) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Chieti will play against Mantova and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Forli: V.Sanford 29+8reb+4ast, N.Adrian 19+8reb, L.Pollone 9+5reb+2ast, G.Gazzotti 8+6reb+4ast, L.Penna 6+2reb+2ast, T.Radonjic 5+3reb Chieti: M.Serpilli 24+9reb+1ast, A.Ancellotti 14+7reb+1ast, S.Bartoli 10+3reb+4ast, T.Reale 9+1reb+1ast, G.Spizzichini 7+3reb+1ast, A.Denis 6+1ast |
| Diego Gerbaudo (ex Bucaros) agreed terms with Ameghino - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The most of last season he spent at CEB Puerto Montt in Chilean LNB where in 15 games he averaged 13.7ppg, 4.3rpg, 7.2apg (top 2) and 1.5spg. Good season as he was voted League Player of the Week and selected to Latinbasket.com All-Chilean Liga Nacional Second Team. Gerbaudo also played for Atenas in Argentinian La Liga. In 6 games he had 8.8ppg, 3.3rpg, 3.8apg and 1.3spg. He was a member of Argentinian international program for some years. Gerbaudo was called to Argentinian Senior National Team back in 2008 and previously for U19 National Team in 2007. He has played previously professionally in Spain (Real Madrid 2nd team) and Argentina (Bahia, Penarol, La Union, Automovil Club and Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata). |
| L.Borges add Morales to their roster - by Igor Obradovic | ||||
Morales is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Argentina (Instituto and San Martin), Iran, Mexico (Halcones UV Xalapa), Puerto Rico (Capitanes), Venezuela (Cocodrilos) and Uruguay (Moralesbraica, Olimpia and Bigua). He won Uruguay LUB championship title in 2008, 2009, 2013, 2016, 2017 and 2020. Morales was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Uruguay LUB Guard of the Year back in 2005 and 2018. It's very possible he may end his playing career at L.Borges. He graduated from Texas A&M University in 2004 and it is his 19th (!!!) season as a professional player. |
| Trieste signs Emanuel Terry, ex Seoul Thunders - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu | ||||
Terry is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in France (Entente Orleans 45), Israel (Hapoel Jerusalem), Serbia (Crvena Zvezda), Turkey (Bandirma), NBA (Miami Terryat, Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings), NBA G League (Sioux Falls Skyforce, Stockton Kings, Cleveland Charge and Ontario Clippers) and NBA Summer League (Orlando Magic, OKC Thunder, Sacramento Kings). His team won SAC Tournament in 2016 and 2018. He was voted to Turkish League All-Star Game back in 2020. Terry graduated from Lincoln Memorial University in 2018 and it is his fifth season as a professional player. |
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| Rouen lands Andell Cumberbatch - by Eurobasket News | |||
The previous (2019-20) season he played at Circus Brussels in Belgian Pro Basketball League where in 15 games he had 7.1ppg, 5.6rpg, 1.1apg and 1.2spg in that year. Cumberbatch also played 6 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he recorded 12.3ppg, 11.3rpg and 2.2apg in that year. He is a very experienced player. Cumberbatch has played also professionally in Austria (Gunners Oberwart), Cyprus (Etha), Israel (Hapoel Beer Sheva) and Czech Republic (Brno). He graduated from St. Bonaventure University in 2015 and it will be his eighth season in pro basketball. (via @Be_BasketFr) |
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| Faison's double-double lands him B3 League Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had a double-double of 30 points and 13 rebounds, while his team crushed Yamaguchi (#13, 8-20) with 18-point margin 97-79. Yokohama EX maintains the 5th position in Japanese B3 League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Yokohama EX will need more victories to improve their 20-8 record. Faison turned to be Yokohama EX's top player in his first season with the team. California State Polytechnic University, Pomona graduate has very impressive stats this year. Faison is in league's top in points (6th best: 19.9ppg), assists (5th best: 4.4apg) and averages solid 1.3bpg and 71.0% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Angelo Chol (206-C-1993) of Tokyo Utd. He is South Sudanese-American center in his first season at Tokyo Utd. In the last game Chol recorded impressive double-double of 18 points and 15 rebounds. Of course he led Tokyo Utd to another comfortable win 82-67 over the lower-ranked Kanazawa (#10, 9-19) being unquestionably team leader. This victory allowed Tokyo Utd to move up to 6th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 18-10 record is not bad and everything may still change. Chol is a newcomer at Tokyo Utd and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to forward Jerrell Wright (204-F-1991) of Gifu (#8). Wright scored 27 points and grabbed nine rebounds. He was a key player of Gifu, leading his team to a 92-76 easy win against the lower-ranked Shinagawa (#16, 1-27). The chances of Gifu ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 16 games, recording just twelve victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Wright could help Gifu to bring them higher in the standings. Wright has a great season in Japan. After 25 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 19.0ppg (7th best) and rebounds with 10.0rpg (9th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Michael Phillips (202-F/C-1990) of Yamaguchi - 22 points, 16 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Muusa Dama (207-C/F-1996) of Iwate - 20 points and 10 rebounds 6. Diop Cheikh (210-C-1997) of Kagoshima - 17 points, 15 rebounds and 2 assists 7. AJ Bramah (201-F-1999) of Shinagawa - 25 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Tucker Haymond (198-G-1994) of Veertien Mie - 25 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Ryan Watkins (206-C/F-1991) of Saitama - 20 points and 12 rebounds 10. Logan Routt (211-F-1997) of Kagoshima - 14 points and 8 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| B.Black celebrate victory in 2023 B.League All-Star Game - by Eurobasket News |
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B.Black - B.White 127-123 B.Black side claimed victory in the 2023 B.League All-Star Game. They held off B.White side behind 18 points and 13 rebounds from Jack Cooley (206-C/F-1991, college: Notre Dame, agency: Pensack Sports). B.Black grabbed a 29-23 lead after ten minutes. They extended the margin at 11-point mark at the interval 66-55. B.White used a 44-31 run in the third quarter to surge ahead. But B.Black knocked down 30 points in the fourth stanza to snatch the victory. Sebastian Saiz (205-PF-1994, college: Ole Miss) led all scorers with 29 points and 13 rebounds, while Yuki Kawamura (169-G-2001) added 14 points for the winners. Avi Schafer (203-C-1998, college: Georgia Tech) and Yuki Togashi (170-PG-1993) answered with 22 points each for B.White. |
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| Premier League Round 7: Orthodox beat Al Riyadi by three after a very close game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 7 in the Premier League took place in Amman. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 3rd placed Al Riyadi (3-3) to leader Orthodox (6-0) 77-74 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Al Riyadi. Orthodox forced 21 Al Riyadi turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American point guard Darrin Dorsey (188-1987, college: DWU) who helped to win the game recording 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international forward Ahmad Alhamarsheh (197-1987) contributed with 14 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. The former international forward Ahmad Obeid (197-1990) answered with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists for Al Riyadi. Undefeated Orthodox have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with 6-0 record. Al Riyadi at the other side keeps the third position with three games lost. Bottom-ranked Al Ashrafiyah is still unable to win any game. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their seventh consecutive match to second ranked Al Ahli (6-1) 93-79. It was a great evening for the former international guard Sami Bzai (190-1994, college: SE Oklahoma) who led his team to a victory scoring 37 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds. Zane Najdawi helped adding 23 points and 11 rebounds. At the losing side American guard Terrence Joyner (190-1988, college: MVSU) responded with 35 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Al Ashrafiyah's coach rotated eleven players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Al Ahli. Defending champion maintains second place with 6-1 record having just one point less than leader Orthodox. Al Ashrafiyah lost their seventh game in a row. They still close the standings with seven games lost. The game between fourth ranked Al Jubaiha (3-4) and 5th ranked Kofer Yoba (2-5) in Al Jubaiha on Sunday ended with biggest points difference. Al Jubaiha beat guests from Irbid 80-64. It was a quality performance for Kevin Mickle who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. DeCardo Day came up with 26 points and 6 rebounds for Kofer Yoba in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Al Jubaiha maintains fourth place with 3-4 record. Loser Kofer Yoba keeps the fifth position with five games lost. Al Ashrafiyah - Al Ahli 79-93 Bottom-ranked Al Ashrafiyah is still unable to win any game. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their seventh consecutive match to second ranked Al Ahli (6-1) 93-79. Al Ahli forced 24 Al Ashrafiyah turnovers and had a 17-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for the former international guard Sami Bzai (190-1994, college: SE Oklahoma) who led his team to a victory scoring 37 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds. The former international forward Zane Najdawi (201-1996, college: Citadel) helped adding 23 points and 11 rebounds. Bzai is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Al Ahli players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Terrence Joyner (190-1988, college: MVSU) responded with 35 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 4 assists and Jalal Al Bustami scored 9 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Al Ashrafiyah's coach rotated eleven players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Al Ahli. Defending champion maintains second place with 6-1 record having just one point less than leader Orthodox. Al Ashrafiyah lost their seventh game in a row. They still close the standings with seven games lost. Top scorers: Al Ahli: S.Bzai 37+9reb+1ast, Z.Najdawi 23+11reb+2ast, D.Mohmoud 12+7reb+8ast, Q.Fadi 11+7reb+6ast, H.Mahmoud 8+10reb+1ast, G.Mohammad 2+2reb Al Ashrafiyah: T.Joyner 35+5reb+4ast, A.Ahmad 15+4reb+2ast, A.Basatneh Mohammad 10+9reb+2ast, B.Jalal Al 9+8reb+5ast, A.Buheiri Mohammad 5+1ast, A.Hussein Musa 3+5reb+4ast Al Jubaiha - Kofer Yoba 80-64 The game between fourth ranked Al Jubaiha (3-4) and 5th ranked Kofer Yoba (2-5) in Al Jubaiha on Sunday ended with biggest points difference. Al Jubaiha beat guests from Irbid 80-64. Al Jubaiha forced 20 Kofer Yoba turnovers. It was a quality performance for Guyanese-American forward Kevin Mickle (201-1993, college: Ohio) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Yousef Al-Awamleh accounted for 11 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. Four Al Jubaiha players scored in double figures. American guard DeCardo Day (196-1998, college: Alabama St.) came up with 26 points and 6 rebounds and Ghazi Al-Salah (-2000) added 6 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks respectively for Kofer Yoba in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Al Jubaiha maintains fourth place with 3-4 record. Loser Kofer Yoba keeps the fifth position with five games lost. Top scorers: Al Jubaiha: K.Mickle 21+11reb+4ast, H.Yazeed 14+3reb+1ast, H.Ahmad 11+3reb+3ast, Y.Al-Awamleh 11+9reb+1ast, B.Mitri 9+4reb+8ast, M.Mansour 6+7reb Kofer Yoba: D.Day 26+6reb+1ast, J.Khaldoun 10+2reb+1ast, A.Ghazi 6+7reb+2ast, A.Al-Shareeki 5+3reb+2ast, Y.Shatat 5+5reb+1ast, A.Omare Ammar 4+3reb Orthodox - Al Riyadi 77-74 The most exciting game of round 7 in the Premier League took place in Amman. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 3rd placed Al Riyadi (3-3) to leader Orthodox (6-0) 77-74 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Al Riyadi. Orthodox forced 21 Al Riyadi turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American point guard Darrin Dorsey (188-1987, college: DWU) who helped to win the game recording 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international forward Ahmad Alhamarsheh (197-1987) contributed with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Four Orthodox players scored in double figures. The former international forward Ahmad Obeid (197-1990) answered with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists and American swingman Brandon Spearman (191-1991, college: Hawaii) added 15 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists in the effort for Al Riyadi. Orthodox have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with 6-0 record. Al Riyadi at the other side keeps the third position with three games lost. Top scorers: Orthodox: A.Ashraf 20+4reb+2ast, D.Dorsey 19+7reb+4ast, A.Alhamarsheh 14+12reb+3ast, F.Ibrahim 11+9reb+4ast, M.Hussein 7+7reb+1ast, K.Abuaboud 4+2reb Al Riyadi: A.Obeid 20+14reb+4ast, Y.Al Taweel 16+10reb+3ast, B.Spearman 15+8reb+7ast, Y.Abuwazaneh 8+8reb+1ast, M.Mutleq 7+3reb+1ast, M.Kanaan 5+5reb+8ast |
| Bzai's 37-point game gives him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 37 points adding nine rebounds for Al Ahli in his team's victory, helping them to beat Al Ashrafiyah (#6, 0-7), the league's bottom-ranked team 93-79. Al Ahli maintains the 2nd position in Jordanian league. They are still close to the very top. Al Ahli would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 6-1 record. In the team's last game Bzai had a remarkable seven three-pointers out of 16 attempts. He turned to be Al Ahli's top player in his first season with the team. Southeastern Oklahoma State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Bzai is in league's top in points (5th best: 19.4ppg) and averages solid 2.6spg and 53.6% FGP. Worth to mention Bzai played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped him get the job in pro basketball. Second best performed player last round was Kevin Mickle (201-F-1993) of Al Jubaiha. He is Guyanese-American forward in his first season at Al Jubaiha. In the last game Mickle recorded impressive double-double of 21 points and 11 rebounds. Of course he led Al Jubaiha to another comfortable win 80-64 over slightly lower-ranked Kofer Yoba (#5, 2-5) being unquestionably team leader. Al Jubaiha's 4th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 3-4 record. Mickle is a newcomer at Al Jubaiha and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.3ppg (#6). He also registered 12.6 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to another Al Ahli's star - forward Zane Najdawi (201-F-1996). Najdawi scored 23 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). He was another key player of Al Ahli, helping his team with a 93-79 easy win against Al Ashrafiyah (#6, 0-7). Al Ahli is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 6-1 record is not that bad... Najdawi has a great season in Jordan. After only 7 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 18.9ppg (7th best) and rebounds with 9.9rpg (7th best). He also has 1.4bpg and FGP: 60.0%. Zane Najdawi has also Jordanian passport and can play in the league with a status of domestic player. Other top performing players last week: 4. Ahmad Obeid (197-F-1990) of Al Riyadi - 20 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Terrence Joyner (190-G-1988) of Al Ashrafiyah - 35 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 6. DeCardo Day (196-G-1998) of Kofer Yoba - 26 points and 6 rebounds 7. Ashraf Al-Hendi (190-G-1995) of Orthodox - 20 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Ahmad Alhamarsheh (197-F-1987) of Orthodox - 14 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Mohmoud Darwish (2003) of Al Ahli - 12 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists 10. Yazan Al Taweel (188-F-1993) of Al Riyadi - 16 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Kosovan Superliga round 17 best performance: Bradley Waldow - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 31-year old player had a double-double of 20 points and 18 rebounds, while his team crushed Vellaznimi (#6, 7-10) with 24-point margin 81-57. It allowed Peja to consolidate first place in the Kosovan Superliga. Peja have a solid 13-2 record. It was one of impressive evenings for Waldow as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Former Saint Mary's College of California star has very solid stats this year. Waldow is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 10.7rpg) and averages impressive 57.9% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young American Derrick Wilson (185-PG-1992) of Prishtina. Wilson had a very good evening with a double-double of 15 points and 10 assists. Of course he led Prishtina to another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Trepca (#4, 7-9) 88-53. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Prishtina consolidated its place in top 3 of the standings. His team's 11-4 record is not bad at all. Wilson is a newcomer at Prishtina, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was international forward Drilon Hajrizi (202-PF-1991) of Trepca (#4). Hajrizi scored 19 points and grabbed nine rebounds. Despite Hajrizi's great performance Trepca lost 53-88 to #3 ranked Prishtina. But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The chances of Trepca ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 9 games, recording just seven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Hajrizi could help Trepca to bring them higher in the standings. Hajrizi has a great season in Kosovo. After 16 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 15.6ppg (7th best) and rebounds with 7.8rpg (6th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Brooks DeBisschop (206-F/C-1998) of Prishtina - 15 points and 14 rebounds 5. Rodney Purvis (193-SG-1994) of Peja - 22 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Malcolm Armstead (185-PG-1989) of Ylli - 15 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists 7. Dachon Burke (193-G-1997) of Prizreni - 15 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Damonte Dodd (211-C/F-1994) of Vellaznimi - 10 points and 14 rebounds 9. Daniel Lekndreaj (192-F-1997) of Bashkimi - 13 points and 10 rebounds 10. Dajuan Graf (185-PG-1992) of Bashkimi - 10 points, 4 rebounds and 8 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| LAT-EST BL round 19 best performance: Kristjan Kitsing - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 32-year old player was the main contributor (26 points, five rebounds) to his team's victory, helping them to crush BK Ogre (#7, 11-9) with 22-point margin 100-78. Kalev/Cramo is placed at 4th position in LAT-EST BL. They are still close to the very top. Kalev/Cramo would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 12-3 record. In the team's last game Kitsing had a remarkable six three-pointers out of 9 attempts. It's his second year at Kalev/Cramo and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Kristjan Kitsing averages this season 10.6ppg. The second best player in last round's games was young Croatian Matej Radunic (211-C-1996) of Keila. Radunic had a very good evening with 17 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as Keila lost that game 71-85 to the higher-ranked Rapla (#6, 12-8). Keila is still in a red zone at 12th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 6-12 record. Radunic is a newcomer at Keila, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.2ppg (#2). He also registered 7.6 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was Czech Republic center Ondrej Balvin (217-C-1992) of league's top team Prometey. Balvin scored 18 points and grabbed eight rebounds. He was a key player of Prometey, leading his team to a 104-75 easy win against the lower-ranked Valmiera Glass (#14, 3-15). Many experts and fans count Prometey as a contender for championship title. Another victory and another confirmation that they may be right. Just look at their record: 18 victories and only one lost game. They are currently at the very top of the standings. Balvin has a great season in LAT-EST BL. After 17 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 8.6rpg (6th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Antun Maricevic (208-C-1997) of Tarvas - 18 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Karlis Silins (209-C-1997) of Liepaja - 18 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Rait-Riivo Laane (179-PG-1993) of Rapla - 12 points, 3 rebounds and 11 assists 7. Emmanuel Wembi (205-C-1997) of Ventspils - 14 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Obrad Tomic (208-C-1993) of Rapla - 16 points and 9 rebounds 9. Caleb Agada (196-SF-1994) of Prometey - 10 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists 10. Gustavs Kampuss (190-SG-1999) of LU - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| LAT-EST BL round 19 best performance: Kristjan Kitsing - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 32-year old player was the main contributor (26 points, five rebounds) to his team's victory, helping them to crush BK Ogre (#7, 11-9) with 22-point margin 100-78. Kalev/Cramo is placed at 4th position in LAT-EST BL. They are still close to the very top. Kalev/Cramo would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 12-3 record. In the team's last game Kitsing had a remarkable six three-pointers out of 9 attempts. It's his second year at Kalev/Cramo and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Kristjan Kitsing averages this season 10.6ppg. The second best player in last round's games was young Croatian Matej Radunic (211-C-1996) of Keila. Radunic had a very good evening with 17 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as Keila lost that game 71-85 to the higher-ranked Rapla (#6, 12-8). Keila is still in a red zone at 12th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 6-12 record. Radunic is a newcomer at Keila, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.2ppg (#2). He also registered 7.6 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was Czech Republic center Ondrej Balvin (217-C-1992) of league's top team Prometey. Balvin scored 18 points and grabbed eight rebounds. He was a key player of Prometey, leading his team to a 104-75 easy win against the lower-ranked Valmiera Glass (#14, 3-15). Many experts and fans count Prometey as a contender for championship title. Another victory and another confirmation that they may be right. Just look at their record: 18 victories and only one lost game. They are currently at the very top of the standings. Balvin has a great season in LAT-EST BL. After 17 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 8.6rpg (6th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Antun Maricevic (208-C-1997) of Tarvas - 18 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Karlis Silins (209-C-1997) of Liepaja - 18 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Rait-Riivo Laane (179-PG-1993) of Rapla - 12 points, 3 rebounds and 11 assists 7. Emmanuel Wembi (205-C-1997) of Ventspils - 14 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Obrad Tomic (208-C-1993) of Rapla - 16 points and 9 rebounds 9. Caleb Agada (196-SF-1994) of Prometey - 10 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists 10. Gustavs Kampuss (190-SG-1999) of LU - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Latvian RNBL round 18 best performance: Raimonds Pabrieza - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Guard Raimonds Pabrieza (188-G-1988) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Livani, receiving a Hoops Agents RNBL Player of the Week award for round 18. The 34-year old player was the main contributor (27 points, nine rebounds and five assists) to his team's victory, helping them to outclass VEF BA Valka (#7, 3-6) with 31-point margin 105-74. Livani is placed at 4th position in Latvian RNBL. Livani 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 6-5 record. In the team's last game Pabrieza had a remarkable 77.8% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Livani, through which he has constantly improved. Raimonds Pabrieza has solid league stats. He is in league's top in assists (2nd best: 3.3apg) and averages impressive 2.8spg and 52.5% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Ritvars Kaulins (196-F-1991) of Tukums. Kaulins had a very good evening with a double-double of 29 points and 20 rebounds. Bad luck as Tukums was edged by the higher-ranked Liepaja/LSSS (#8, 6-8) 77-75. Tukums managed to keep the same 11th spot in West. 12 lost games are too many comparing to just two victories Tukums managed to get this year. Kaulins is well-known at Tukums and is a proven leader in his second season with the team. Third on the list of top players last round was guard Kaspars Baumanis (185-G-1991) of Saldus (#5). Baumanis got into 30-points club by scoring 34 points in the last round. He went also for eleven rebounds . He was a key player of Saldus, leading his team to a 93-82 win against slightly lower-ranked Turiba (#7, 7-7). Saldus needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in West. Their record at this point is 8 victories and 6 lost games. Baumanis has a very solid season. In 14 games in Latvia he scored 14.9ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Marcis Saulitis (209-C-1997) of Kandava - 19 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Rihards Strauts (199-G-1991) of Livani - 32 points and 10 rebounds 6. Arvis Savcenko (198-C-1991) of Kandava - 17 points and 12 rebounds 7. Oto Grinbergs (196-F-1990) of Limbazi - 16 points, 14 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Nikolajs Zotovs (190-PG-1998) of Turiba - 16 points, 14 rebounds and 8 assists 9. Peteris Salmins (205-PF-2001) of RSU/VEF - 17 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Martins Kilups (185-PG-2006) of Liepaja/LSSS - 23 points and 6 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| U19 League Round 10: Marijampoles beat Zalgiris in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Marijampole. Third ranked Marijampoles faced their biggest opponent Zalgiris. Host Marijampoles (5-2) defeated guests from Kaunas (4-3) 102-95. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Marijampoles have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Silutes. Zalgiris at the other side dropped to the third position with three games lost. Marijampoles is looking forward to face Druskininku (#5) on the road in the next round. Zalgiris will play against Kedainiu and is hoping to win this game. An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Utena. Second ranked Penevezio SC faced 3rd ranked Utenos. Guests from Penevezio (4-1) smashed host Utenos (2-3) 126-64. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Utenos. Penevezio SC keeps a position of league leader. Utenos at the other side keeps the third place with three games lost. Penevezio SC will play against league's second-placed SKM I in Vilniaus in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Utenos will play on the road against Rokiskio in Rokiskis and hopes to get back on the winning track. Kedainiu can celebrate finally their first win this season after four consecutive losses. They used home court advantage to defeat Jonavos (0-6) 87-79 on Sunday. Kedainiu maintains sixth position with 1-4 record, which they share with Rokiskio. It was Jonavos' sixth loss in a row. They still close the standings with six games lost. Kedainiu will meet higher ranked Zalgiris (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Jonavos will play against Perkunas (#4) and hopes to get finally their first victory. Rest of the games of round 10 were very predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Rokiskio was defeated by Panevezio in a road game 72-68. Silutes smashed Sakiu at home 98-71. V.Knasiaus destroyed Jurbanko on the opponent's court 99-62. Kedainiu - Jonavos 87-79 Kedainiu can celebrate finally their first win this season after four consecutive losses. They used home court advantage to defeat Jonavos (0-6) 87-79 on Sunday. Kedainiu maintains sixth position with 1-4 record, which they share with Rokiskio. It was Jonavos' sixth loss in a row. They still close the standings with six games lost. Kedainiu will meet higher ranked Zalgiris (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Jonavos will play against Perkunas (#4) and hopes to get finally their first victory. Marijampoles - Zalgiris 102-95 An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Marijampole. Third ranked Marijampoles faced their biggest opponent Zalgiris. Host Marijampoles (5-2) defeated guests from Kaunas (4-3) 102-95. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Marijampoles have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Silutes. Zalgiris at the other side dropped to the third position with three games lost. Marijampoles is looking forward to face Druskininku (#5) on the road in the next round. Zalgiris will play against Kedainiu and is hoping to win this game. Utenos - Penevezio SC 64-126 An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Utena. Second ranked Penevezio SC faced 3rd ranked Utenos. Guests from Penevezio (4-1) smashed host Utenos (2-3) 126-64. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Utenos. Penevezio SC keeps a position of league leader. Utenos at the other side keeps the third place with three games lost. Penevezio SC will play against league's second-placed SKM I in Vilniaus in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Utenos will play on the road against Rokiskio in Rokiskis and hopes to get back on the winning track. Panevezio - Rokiskio 72-68 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 6th ranked Rokiskio (1-4) was defeated on the road by seventh ranked Panevezio (2-4) 72-68 on Sunday. Panevezio moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Druskininku. Loser Rokiskio keeps the sixth position with four games lost. They share it with Kedainiu. Panevezio will meet Ukmerges SC (#6) on the road in the next round. Rokiskio will play against Utenos and hope to win that game. Silutes - Sakiu 98-71 No shocking result in a game when third ranked Silutes (5-2) smashed at home bottom-ranked Sakiu (0-7) 98-71 on Sunday. Silutes moved-up to second place, which they share with Marijampoles. Loser Sakiu still closes the standings with seven games lost. Silutes will meet Palangos (#4) in the next round. Sakiu will play against Jurbanko and looks forward to get finally their first victory. Jurbanko - V.Knasiaus 62-99 Very expected game in Jurbarkas where bottom-ranked Jurbanko (0-5) was rolled over by top-ranked V.Knasiaus (6-0) 99-62 on Sunday. V.Knasiaus have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 6-0 record, which they share with Alytaus. Loser Jurbanko still closes the standings with five games lost. V.Knasiaus will meet at home Siauliu (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Jurbanko will play against Sakiu in Sakiai and looks forward to get finally their first victory. |
| LKL Round 16: Juventus lose to Wolves - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most important game in the last round took place in Utena between third ranked Juventus (11-5) and fourth ranked Wolves (11-5) on Sunday night. Juventus was defeated by Wolves in a tough game at home 81-86. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Juventus. Worth to mention a great performance of Arnas Berucka (196-1997) who helped to win the game recording 19 points and 5 assists. Swedish-American forward Jeffery Taylor (201-1989, college: Vanderbilt) contributed with 21 points for the winners. American forward Justin Alston (203-1994, college: Boston U.) replied with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) for Juventus. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Wolves moved-up to third place, which they share with defeated Juventus. Wolves is looking forward to face Nevezis (#9) in Kedainiai in the next round where they are favorite. Juventus will play on the road against Siauliai (#7) and is hoping to win this game. Another interesting game for Neptunas (7-8) which hosted in Klaipeda against higher ranked Lietkabelis (10-6). Eighth ranked Neptunas won 81-73. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Lietkabelis. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Matas Jogela (201-1998) who helped to win the game recording 14 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and Rokas Gustys who added 13 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side American guard Jamel Morris (193-1992, college: Fairmont St.) responded with 17 points. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Neptunas maintains eighth position with 7-8 record. Lietkabelis at the other side dropped to the fifth place with six games lost. Neptunas will play against league's second-placed Rytas in Vilnius in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Lietkabelis will play at home against Prienai and hopes to get back on the winning track. LKL top team - Zalgiris (15-1) had no problems winning another game on Monday. This time they beat seventh ranked Siauliai (8-8) 93-75. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Siauliai. The winners were led by Karolis Lukosiunas who scored that evening 21 points. Even 13 points and 7 rebounds by Jonas Zohore did not help to save the game for Siauliai. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Zalgiris have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 15-1 record. Loser Siauliai keeps the seventh place with eight games lost. Zalgiris will meet at home Jonava (#6) in the next round where they are favorite. Siauliai will play against Juventus and hope to secure a win. Other games in round 16 were not that significant. Winless Prienai was smashed by Rytas on the road 98-77. Gargzdu lost to Jonava on its own court 68-69. P.Zvaigzdes unfortunately lost to Nevezis in Kedainiai 65-83. The most impressive performance of 16th round was 12 points by Ignas Brazdeikis of Zalgiris. Neptunas - Lietkabelis 81-73 Another interesting game for Neptunas (7-8) which hosted in Klaipeda against higher ranked Lietkabelis (10-6). Eighth ranked Neptunas won 81-73. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Lietkabelis. They outrebounded Lietkabelis 41-26 including a 30-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Lietkabelis was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Matas Jogela (201-1998) who helped to win the game recording 14 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and power forward Rokas Gustys (206-1994, college: Hofstra) who added 13 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Neptunas players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Jamel Morris (193-1992, college: Fairmont St.) responded with 17 points and forward Gabas Maldunas (205-1993, college: Dartmouth) scored 10 points. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Neptunas maintains eighth position with 7-8 record. Lietkabelis at the other side dropped to the fifth place with six games lost. Neptunas will play against league's second-placed Rytas in Vilnius in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Lietkabelis will play at home against Prienai and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Lietkabelis: J.Morris 17+1reb+3ast, G.Goloman 10+7reb, G.Maldunas 10+4reb+3ast, V.Lipkevicius 9+4reb+4ast, R.Mantas 8+1reb+1ast, K.Kullamaee 6+7ast Neptunas: D.Gailius 16+6reb, P.Oskaras 14+6reb+1ast, M.Jogela 14+9reb+5ast, R.Gustys 13+7reb+3ast, V.Matas 8+1reb+4ast, M.Girdziunas 8+1reb+3ast Rytas - Prienai 98-77 No shocking result in a game when third ranked Rytas (11-4) crushed bottom-ranked Prienai (0-16) in Vilnius 98-77 on Saturday. Rytas outrebounded Prienai 40-23 including a 32-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The winners were led by the former international center Martynas Echodas (206-1997) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 20 points and 16 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) and the former international Gytis Radzevicius (197-1995) supported him with 16 points and 9 rebounds. Even 16 points and 9 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) by American forward Jamil Wilson (201-1990, college: Marquette) did not help to save the game for Prienai. Forward Tauras Jogela (202-1993, agency: 011 Sports) added 10 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Five Rytas and four Prienai players scored in double figures. Defending champion moved-up to second place. Loser Prienai still closes the standings. Rytas will meet Neptunas (#8) in the next round where they are favorite. Prienai will play against Lietkabelis (#5) in Panevezys and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Prienai: J.Wilson 16+9reb+3ast, D.Vilys 12+3reb+1ast, D.Tarvydas 11+1reb+2ast, T.Jogela 10+6reb+1ast, K.Anderson 7+1reb+4ast, R.Keliacius 7+3reb Rytas: M.Echodas 20+16reb+2ast, G.Masiulis 16+4reb+3ast, G.Radzevicius 16+9reb+1ast, L.Uleckas 15+3reb+1ast, M.Normantas 14+4ast, E.Fridriksson 8+1reb+6ast Juventus - Wolves 81-86 The most important game in the last round took place in Utena between third ranked Juventus (11-5) and fourth ranked Wolves (11-5) on Sunday night. Juventus was defeated by Wolves in a tough game at home 81-86. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Juventus. Worth to mention a great performance of Arnas Berucka (196-1997) who helped to win the game recording 19 points and 5 assists. Swedish-American forward Jeffery Taylor (201-1989, college: Vanderbilt) contributed with 21 points for the winners. Four Wolves players scored in double figures. American forward Justin Alston (203-1994, college: Boston U.) replied with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) and his fellow American import point guard Alex Hamilton (193-1993, college: Louisiana Tech) added 7 points and 4 assists in the effort for Juventus. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Wolves moved-up to third place, which they share with defeated Juventus. Wolves is looking forward to face Nevezis (#9) in Kedainiai in the next round where they are favorite. Juventus will play on the road against Siauliai (#7) and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Juventus: J.Alston 24+12reb+1ast, B.Brown 10+3ast, A.Hamilton 7+3reb+4ast, D.Romancenko 7+4reb, A.Nikolic 6+1reb+1ast, R.Lynch 6+2reb Wolves: J.Taylor 21+3reb, A.Berucka 19+2reb+5ast, E.Zukauskas 15+1reb+1ast, K.Zemaitis 13+4reb+6ast, A.Juskevicius 7+1ast, V.Kozys 5+3reb+2ast Gargzdu - Jonava 68-69 Very expected game when 11th ranked Gargzdu (2-14) was edged by sixth ranked Jonava (9-6) in Gargzdai 69-68 on Sunday. The winners were led by American forward Jeff Garrett (201-1994, college: LSUS, agency: Players Group) who scored that evening 24 points and 9 rebounds and Serbian center Goran Huskic (210-1992, college: Howard Col., TX) supported him with 15 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Even 13 points and 7 assists by American point guard Josh Newkirk (185-1994, college: Indiana) did not help to save the game for Gargzdu. His fellow American import forward JyLan Washington (206-1997, college: Tennessee St.) added 11 points for lost side. Four Gargzdu players scored in double figures. Gargzdu's coach Paulius Juodis tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Jonava maintains sixth position with 9-6 record. Newly promoted Gargzdu keeps the eleventh place with 14 games lost. Jonava will meet league's leader Zalgiris in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Gargzdu will play against P.Zvaigzdes (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Gargzdu: I.Osborne 14+2reb+2ast, J.Newkirk 13+2reb+7ast, J.Washington 11+4reb+3ast, G.Staniulis 10+4reb, M.Ruikis 8+1reb+1ast, S.Beniusis 6+7reb Jonava: J.Garrett 24+9reb, G.Huskic 15+5reb+6ast, M.Laksa 9+6reb, D.Bickauskis 7+3reb+3ast, E.Seskus 6+4reb+5ast, G.Watson Jr. 5+4reb+6ast Nevezis - P.Zvaigzdes 83-65 The game between closely ranked teams ended with ninth ranked Nevezis' (7-9) home victory over 10th ranked P.Zvaigzdes (3-12) in Kedainiai 83-65 on Monday. The winners were led by Latvian guard Arturs Zagars (190-2000) who scored that evening 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Belgian Tim Lambrecht (207-1998) supported him with 8 points and 12 rebounds. Four Nevezis players scored in double figures. Even 15 points and 6 rebounds by Ignas Vaitkus (197-1993) did not help to save the game for P.Zvaigzdes. American guard Jared Cunningham (194-1991, college: Oregon St., agency: BeoBasket) added 12 points for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Nevezis maintains ninth position with 7-9 record. P.Zvaigzdes lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with 12 games lost. Nevezis will meet higher ranked Wolves (#3) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. P.Zvaigzdes will play against Gargzdu (#11) in Gargzdai and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: P.Zvaigzdes: I.Vaitkus 15+6reb+3ast, J.Cunningham 12+2reb, E.Saulys 9+2reb, C.Allen 6+3reb+1ast, R.Kuksiks 5+3reb+1ast, J.Furmanavicius 5+5reb+1ast Nevezis: A.Zagars 19+9reb+4ast, D.Freeman 14+5reb+1ast, B.Davison 13+1reb+4ast, D.Darryl 12+4reb+1ast, T.Lambrecht 8+12reb+1ast, M.Valinskas 6+2reb+4ast Siauliai - Zalgiris 75-93 LKL top team - Zalgiris (15-1) had no problems winning another game on Monday. This time they beat seventh ranked Siauliai (8-8) 93-75. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Siauliai. Zalgiris looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Zalgiris made 9 blocks. The winners were led by the former international forward Karolis Lukosiunas (195-1997) who scored that evening 21 points and the former international point guard Lukas Lekavicius (180-1994) supported him with 16 points. Even 13 points and 7 rebounds by Danish-Ivorian center Jonas Zohore (210-1991, agency: BIG) did not help to save the game for Siauliai. Swingman Martynas Varnas (196-1997) added 16 points and 5 assists for lost side. Four Siauliai players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Zalgiris have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 15-1 record. Loser Siauliai keeps the seventh place with eight games lost. Zalgiris will meet at home Jonava (#6) in the next round where they are favorite. Siauliai will play against Juventus and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Siauliai: M.Varnas 16+1reb+5ast, J.Zohore 13+7reb+3ast, N.Bezbradica 11+1reb+1ast, D.Paulius 10+7reb+4ast, E.Stankevicius 10+4reb+1ast, K.Mangas 8+2reb+1ast Zalgiris: K.Lukosiunas 21+1ast, L.Lekavicius 16+1reb+1ast, I.Brazdeikis 12+4reb+2ast, T.Dimsa 9+2reb+3ast, I.Taylor 8+3reb+6ast, E.Ulanovas 7+1reb+2ast |
| U18 League Round 12: Derby game ends with Tornado KM's defeat of Zalgiris - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Kaunas: Tornado KM (#7) and Zalgiris (#5). Tornado KM (7-5) won against visiting Zalgiris (6-5) 75-69. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Zalgiris. Zalgiris trailed by 14 points at halftime and as many as 19 after three quarters before a 28-15 last quarter charge cut the deficit to 69-75 at the end of the game. It was a good game for power forward Emilis Baltrimavicius (203-2005) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 12 rebounds. Kasparas Latkauskas (-2005) contributed with 18 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Martynas Kancevicius (-2006) replied with 17 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for Zalgiris. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tornado KM have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Zalgiris at the other side dropped to the sixth position with five games lost. They share it with Zalgiris II. Tornado KM are looking forward to face league's leader VKKM in Vilniaus in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Zalgiris will play at home against Panevezio (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Plunges' fans can finally celebrate the first win of their team after ten consecutive losses. The victory is especially important as it came on the road game in Panevezio, where they defeated Panevezio (6-6) 100-87. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Rokas Kreismontas (191-2006) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 32 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists and Pijus Dobilas who added 22 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals during the contest. The best for the losing side was Arnas Stankevicius (-2005) with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Panevezio's coach Aurimas Puodziunas rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Despite that victory Plunges went down to twelfth position due to points difference. Panevezio at the other side keeps the eighth place with six games lost. Plunges will play against higher ranked SKM I (#4) in Vilniaus in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Panevezio will play on the road against Zalgiris (#6) in Kaunas and it may be a tough game between close rivals. A very close game took place in Kaunas between Saule and Perkunas. Third ranked Saule (8-3) got a very close victory on the road over 9th ranked Perkunas (4-8). Saule managed to escape with a 1-point win 98-97 on Wednesday evening. Guest team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. The winners were led by Joris Kacinskas who had that evening a double-double by scoring 23 points and 17 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field). Saule's coach Arunas Kacerauskas used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Even 33 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds by Laurynas Vilimas did not help to save the game for Perkunas. Saule maintains third position with 8-3 record having just nineteen point less than leader VKKM. Loser Perkunas keeps the ninth place with eight games lost. Saule will meet at home Zalgiris II (#7) in the next round. Perkunas will play against Birzu in Birzai and it may be a tough game between close rivals. In the last two games of round 12 Birzu was beaten by SKM I on the road 88-78. VKM destroyed Birzu on its own court 103-84. The most impressive performance of 12th round was 29 points and 9 assists by Nojus Petraitis of Birzu. Perkunas - Saule 97-98 A very close game took place in Kaunas between Saule and Perkunas. Third ranked Saule (8-3) got a very close victory on the road over 9th ranked Perkunas (4-8). Saule managed to escape with a 1-point win 98-97 on Wednesday evening. Guest team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. Perkunas was trailing by 2 points at halftime but managed to get 2-point lead after three quarters before a 30-27 charge of Saule, which allowed them to win the game. They dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Perkunas' 40. They outrebounded Perkunas 63-39 including a 48-33 advantage in defensive rebounds. Saule looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists. The winners were led by Joris Kacinskas (-2005) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 23 points and 17 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) and Auridas Urbonas (-2005) supported him with 15 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists. Five Saule players scored in double figures. Saule's coach Arunas Kacerauskas used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Even 33 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds by Laurynas Vilimas (-2005) did not help to save the game for Perkunas. Martynas Mejaras (-2005) added 20 points and 5 rebounds. Saule maintains third position with 8-3 record having just nineteen point less than leader VKKM. Loser Perkunas keeps the ninth place with eight games lost. Saule will meet at home Zalgiris II (#7) in the next round. Perkunas will play against Birzu in Birzai and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Saule: K.Joris 23+17reb+3ast, S.Yehor 16+6reb+3ast, Z.Deividas 15+4reb+6ast, U.Auridas 15+10reb+12ast, Z.Danas 14+14reb+5ast, V.Tadas 9+4reb Perkunas: V.Laurynas 33+8reb+2ast, M.Kajus 22+4reb+1ast, M.Martynas 20+5reb+3ast, S.Simas 9+11reb+7ast, S.Justas 8+2reb+4ast, B.Haroldas 3+4reb+1ast SKM I - Birzu 88-78 No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked SKM I (7-3) beat 10th ranked Birzu (2-9) in Vilniaus 88-78 on Wednesday. The hosts trailed by 2 points at the halftime before their 49-37 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. SKM I looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The winners were led by Kristupas Civilis (-2005) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists and Mykolas Maciulis (-2005) supported him with 15 points and 4 assists. SKM I's coach Ignas Pagalys used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 29 points and 9 assists by point guard Nojus Petraitis (178-2005) did not help to save the game for Birzu. Guard Dovydas Kacinskas (185-2005) added 22 points and 8 rebounds. Five SKM I and four Birzu players scored in double figures. SKM I maintains fourth position with 7-3 record. Loser Birzu keeps the tenth place with nine games lost. SKM I will meet Plunges (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Birzu will play against Perkunas and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: SKM I: C.Kristupas 18+10reb+7ast, K.Orestas 16+3reb+3ast, M.Mykolas 15+4reb+4ast, Z.Ignas 11+6reb+2ast, D.Mantas 11+4reb, R.Martynas 9+3reb Birzu: P.Nojus 29+4reb+9ast, K.Dovydas 22+8reb, M.Deimantas 15+5reb+2ast, M.Danielius 10+9reb+3ast, U.Domas 2+5reb+1ast, Z.Justas 0 Tornado KM - Zalgiris 75-69 The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Kaunas: Tornado KM (#7) and Zalgiris (#5). Tornado KM (7-5) won against visiting Zalgiris (6-5) 75-69. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Zalgiris. Zalgiris trailed by 14 points at halftime and as many as 19 after three quarters before a 28-15 last quarter charge cut the deficit to 69-75 at the end of the game. It was a good game for power forward Emilis Baltrimavicius (203-2005) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 12 rebounds. Kasparas Latkauskas (-2005) contributed with 18 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Martynas Kancevicius (-2006) replied with 17 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and Nedas Vydmantas (-2006) added 7 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals in the effort for Zalgiris. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tornado KM have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Zalgiris at the other side dropped to the sixth position with five games lost. They share it with Zalgiris II. Tornado KM are looking forward to face league's leader VKKM in Vilniaus in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Zalgiris will play at home against Panevezio (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Tornado KM: B.Emilis 22+12reb+1ast, L.Kasparas 18+6reb+1ast, B.Edvinas 13+3reb+8ast, B.Armandas 8+10reb+3ast, K.Gustas 6+2reb+2ast, J.Gediminas 2+1ast Zalgiris: K.Martynas 17+6reb, S.Tomas 14+4reb+5ast, P.Karolis 10+4reb+2ast, K.Matas 7+1reb, V.Nedas 7+8reb+8ast, G.Nojus 7+4reb+1ast Panevezio - Plunges 87-100 Plunges' fans can finally celebrate the first win of their team after ten consecutive losses. The victory is especially important as it came on the road game in Panevezio, where they defeated Panevezio (6-6) 100-87. Panevezio was ahead by 15 points at the halftime before a 68-40 second half run of Plunges. Plunges shot 31 for 43 from the free-throw line, while Panevezio only scored nine points from the stripe. Plunges had a 34-21 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. Panevezio was plagued by 31 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Rokas Kreismontas (191-2006) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 32 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists and Pijus Dobilas (-2005) who added 22 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals during the contest. The best for the losing side was Arnas Stankevicius (-2005) with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and guard Arnas Strikulys (188-2005) scored 22 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 7 steals. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Panevezio's coach Aurimas Puodziunas rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Despite that victory Plunges went down to twelfth position due to points difference. Panevezio at the other side keeps the eighth place with six games lost. Plunges will play against higher ranked SKM I (#4) in Vilniaus in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Panevezio will play on the road against Zalgiris (#6) in Kaunas and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Plunges: K.Rokas 32+16reb+4ast, D.Pijus 22+8reb+5ast, V.Matas 20+7reb+1ast, P.Vincas 17+7reb+4ast, L.Mikalauskas 5+1reb+4ast, P.Gvidas 4+4reb+2ast Panevezio: S.Arnas 23+6reb+6ast, S.Arnas 22+7reb+5ast, R.Danas 16+6reb+9ast, B.Gerdas 12+3reb, V.Tarvydas 4+1reb+3ast, L.Egitas 4+6reb+2ast VKM - Birzu 103-84 Very expected game when 10th ranked Birzu (2-9) was smashed by second ranked VKM (8-2) in Vilniaus 103-84 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by VKM. Birzu managed to win fourth quarter 26-21. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Birzu 61-37 including a 23-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. VKM looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when VKM made 8 blocks. The winners were led by swingman Arturas Vilutis (193-2005) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 20 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Kasparas Sumskis (199-2005) supported him with 13 points and 6 rebounds. Five VKM players scored in double figures. Even 29 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists by guard Dovydas Kacinskas (185-2005) did not help to save the game for Birzu. Point guard Nojus Petraitis (178-2005) added 28 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. VKM maintains second position with 8-2 record having just eighteen point less than leader VKKM. Loser Birzu keeps the tenth place with nine games lost. VKM will meet Marijampoles (#11) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Birzu will play against Perkunas and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: VKM: V.Arturas 20+12reb+4ast, S.Kasparas 13+6reb+2ast, S.Aidas 12+1reb, L.Titas 11+8reb, M.Lukas 11+1reb+2ast, V.Erikas 10+4reb Birzu: K.Dovydas 29+7reb+4ast, P.Nojus 28+5reb+4ast, M.Danielius 17+15reb+3ast, U.Domas 5+4reb+5ast, P.Tilius 2+4reb, Z.Justas 2+1ast |
| Kristian Kullamae ( Panevezys 7bet-Lietkabelis) Has Benefited From Dad Gert's Knowledge Because He Had Seen It All In His Career - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber |
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Usually when something was long ago and it feels like it was yesterday, I will come up with 'man time really flies'. In a way it is hard to believe that I saw my first overseas basketball game live almost 20 years ago in Frankfurt. That was my introduction to German basketball and with me the rest is history. I'm still reporting and commentating games since that time. I recall that my first game was game 1 during the finals between the Opel Skyliners against GHP Bamberg as they were named then with legends like Dirk Bauermann, Demond Mallet and Steffen Hamann just to name a few, but there were many more. I would go on to see game 3 and then the exciting game 5 which would be the Opel Skyliners first BBL title. Even if time does fly, that really was a long time ago. What can I remember from game 5? Not much. I do know where I sat. I sat across from the visitor bench as it is today in the Fraport arena. I also remember taking a pic with Tyrone Ellis after the title win and one distant thing. I was sitting surprisingly in an area where many Bamberg fans were. They were known as very loud fanatics that loved their team. There is a reason why Bamberg is called Freak city. There was this passionate Bamberg fan that was chanting this name seemingly for the whole game. After a while the name was ringing in my head. I had had another experience like that during the 1989 Davis Cup semi-final match in Munich as Germany with Boris Becker faced Team USA with Andre Agassi and this German fan was chanting Eric Jelen the whole match. So back to the Bamberg fan. He was chanting Gert Kullamae and was wearing his jersey. Kullamae is a highly decorated player that had a 20 year professional career that saw him win 7 league titles in his homeland Estonia as well as titles in Holand, Belgium and Russia. He played in Bamberg from 2001-2004 and then closed out his career with Den Bosh and Tartu Rock and currently is a coach with BC Parnu. He was best known for shooting out the lights. Back in Bamberg he was teammates with the Latvian lion Uvis Helmanis and it isn't a surprise that both have produced off spring. Helmanis son Kris plays in Germany with Pro A team Tuebingen while Kullamae son Kristian is playing this season in Lithuania. When it comes to ex players seeing their sons play professionally, then I can say time flies. When I saw my first basketball experience in Germany and saw Gert Kullame play, son Kristian was only 5 years old. It's only obvious that he doesn't remember much from his father's days in Bamberg. '. I was too young. I have seen some videos from the tape when he was playing in Bamberg. He was a really good shooter, this you can notice immediately. But I don't remember much more. But I remember more my father's games at the end of the career when he played in Estonian club named Tartu Rock', remembered Kristian Kullamaee (194-PG-1999). He won't disagree with anyone saying that his dad was a massive help in his basketball development over the years. 'He has been huge part why I play basketball. Being in the practice gym with him as a small kid while he had practice probably from there I got the love for the game. When I was 8 years old I went to basketball practice and then everything started. He has never been like a 'real' coach for me. There has been other people. But he is more like in a 'helper' role. Whenever I need advice or feeling like practice individually he has got my back and helped me out. Especially in the summer. Because he was an excellent shooter we have practiced a lot of shooting coming off screens and off the dribble. Various of ways. But most important I would say is that I can just listen for his advice/experience. Because he has been through it all and now I try to go through it as well. I think it's a huge advantage for me that I have father like this who has seen it all', warned Kristian Kullamaee. Kristian Kullame who lists Lebron, Jordan, Kareem, and Magic on his personal NBA Mount Rushmore was born on May 25th, 1999 and is a 194cm guard. He began his basketball career with Audentese SG/Noortekoondis (Alexela KML). After getting his feet wet in the basketball world in his homeland, he then decided to take his first job abroad and went to Germany a place where his dad had celebrated success 15 years earlier. He played for BiG Oettinger Rockets Gotha (Germany-ProA) and had to experience some growing pains at first as he only averaged 3,9ppg, but got more playing time with the second team OeTTINGER Rockets Gotha 2 (Germany-2.Regionalliga) averaging 20.7ppg. Even if he didn't get many Pro A minutes that season, he was very fortunate to have had defense specialist Max DiLeo as a teammate who was instrumental for him in his first season abroad. 'I remember DiLeo really well. He was already then a really good player and even better person. He helped me as 17year old guy a lot. But the most what I remember about him is just with what kind of intensity and will he played on the defensive end He made all those small hustle plays for the team. The things you don't see in a stat sheet. He was a real team player and important piece. Both on the court and in the locker room as well', stated Kristian Kullamaee. In his second season he got his first taste of the easyCredit BBL as Gotha had moved up. He only played 11 games averaging 3,5ppg and 1,3rpg, but he will never forget playing his first BBL game against his dad's ex team Bamberg and scoring 10 points. 'It was definitely a cool experience. We had problems with injuries that time so I was lucky to get the chance. Bamberg was at the time a Euroleague team as well so playing vs them was cool, expressed Kristian Kullamaee. He once again also played for Gotha's second team in the Regionalliga averaging : 21.0ppg, 5.7rpg, 4.0apg, 1.7spg, FGP: 56.4%, 3PT: 36.3%, FT: 75.0%, In his third season, he went to play for Baunach and made his break through in the Pro A averaging 13.4ppg, 2.7rpg, 3.5apg, FGP: 53.7%, 3PT: 31.9%, FT: 77.2%. He scored in double figures in 22 of 29 games including a 34 point explosion against Trier and super games against Artland with 24 points and 10 dimes and 24 points and 14 assists against Tuebingen back to back. He looks back fondly at his time in Germany from 2016-2019 which was a time where his game developed well. 'This was my first time out of Estonia. I left Estonia when I was 17. In those next 3 years I was able to play in many different leagues started from BBL and finishing u19. It was such a very valuable time and from there I got the first taste what it looks like to be a professional basketball player and how does this basketball world really works', stressed Kristian Kullamaee. The Eurocup guard who lists Doncic and Giannis as the toughest players he has ever faced then left Germany and made the next step in his career playing 2 years in the Spanish Leb Gold. One would have thought that he might try to stay in Germany and go to another BBL team, but his goal was something totally different. 'After my contract in Germany was finished I signed with a Spanish agency and my goal was to make it to ACB. So the decision to move to Spain came from there. So everything was really logical for me. I don't remember that much if I had offers from Germany because I had a goal to move to Spain', expressed Kristian Kullamaee. In his first season he played for Real Canoe Madrid (Spain-LEB Gold 11.9ppg, 2.2rpg, 1.5apg, FGP: 55.5%, 3PT: 36.8%, FT: 75.8% and in his second season played for Palmer Alma Mediterranea Palma (LEB Gold) averaging 16.0ppg, 3.3rpg, 2.3apg, Steals-3 (1.6spg), FGP: 49.1%, 3PT: 31.2%, FT: 88.9%. In his 2 years in the Leb Gold he played 53 games and scored in double figures in 40 games. He had masterful games against Real Canoe with 27 points and hit Granada and Oviedo for 25 points apiece and Breogan for 24 points. Playing in the Leb Gold was the right decision in his basketball journey at that time. 'I think Leb gold for a young player is a good league. I went there when I was 20 so definitely I improved a lot. I had in both teams amazing coaching staffs with who I had time to practice a lot of hours. Because in Leb there is mostly 1 game a week it gives you time to develop individually a lot. So I tried to really get myself ready for next steps', stated Kristian Kullamaee. The Estonian national player has played with many great teammates and has special love for a few of them. 'I would play with 3 guards. My first guard would be Tyrese Rice. I was in a Brose Bamberg youth program so I got the chance to share the court with him in practice and that was amazing. He is one of the most skilled guards I have ever seen. The second guard is Vitor Benite from Burgos. And the third is Retin Obasohan with whom I was in Erfurt and who now is in Asvel. And for big guys I would put first Augustin Rubit. I was with him also in Bamberg. He was definitely the most skilled big I have shared the court with even if it was only in practice. And the other big guy would be Estonian legend Kristian Kangur who was also in Euroleague for some years. Playing in national team with him was amazing. I learnt a lot from him. He is a true professional', warned Kristian Kullamaee. He has played with many great players in the Estonian national team. He played with the youth U-16, U-18 and U-20 teams. He already had a lot of success in early years winning the Euro Gold at the U-16 and Bronze at the Euro 18 and was always a key figure on the team. He made his debut in the men's Estonian national team in 2018 and has seen how the country has made strides in the last years with a talented core of guys with Henri Drell, Maik Kalev Kotsar and himself. 'Basketball in Estonia has a really interesting times right now. We have plenty of talented young players who try to get to the highest stage in Europe. I think Eurobasket 2022 showed it. We have potential to do really big things. So we need to hope that all players find teams where they have an important role and can develop. We definitely have potential for it', warned Kristian Kullamaee. One player that people should keep an eye on is current NCAA player Kerr Krissa who is playing at Arizona. 'He is definitely a really talented player. His father was a professional player as well so you can see basketball is in his DNA. I am happy for him that he has such a big role in such a big college like Arizona, I'm sure he will get most out of it. Playing with him made my life way easier because I could play off the ball as well. Without him we lack in national team little bit creating off the dribble so he helped in such a part a lot. I'm sure that in the next games we already know even more what to expect about each other on the floor. It is definitely important for us to have him on the national team', stressed Kristian Kullamaee. He was part of the 2022 Euro Cinderella run where Estonia posted a 3-2 record and lost to Greece. He had a solid Euro averaging 7,0ppg,2,8rpg and 4,6apg. He scored 14 points in a huge 73-70 victory over Croatia. His biggest moment was playing against Luka Doncic in an exhibition game prior to the Euro 2022. 'Playing against one of the best players in the world is amazing. Getting a chance to compete vs such level player is definitely a thing I will remember all my life. He is so skilled on the ball and the pace he is playing at. You never can force him out of his pace is crazy. Everything looks so easy and slow for him on the court', warned Kristian Kullamaee. Last season the versatile guard who believes that Luka Doncic could one day become the GOAT if he stays healthy made the next giant step in his career reaching the best club league in Europe with the Spanish ACB playing with Hereda San Pablo Burgos. He played only 15 games averaging 3.3ppg, 1.1apg; and played 4 Basketball Champions League games averaging 8.8ppg, 1.8rpg. It is a time that will be on his resume and he has to accept it. 'This season was not a success story for me and for the team as well. I think everything happens for a reason. I don't want to focus on it too much. I would rather focus on the present because like I said I have an amazing chance here in Lietkabelis', said Kristian Kullamaee. There was a very competitive guard rotation in Burgos with Eddie Jarrell, Alex Renfroe and Tyus Mcghee and he got lost in the shuffle. 'Because in ACB and Champions league there is a foreigner rule somebody needed to be out of the roster. As we had too many foreigners somebody was out. Competition for these spots was really big. So mostly I was the guy who did not make it. Because I competed with amazing players. I learnt a lot from players like Benite and Renfroe for example. Being with them on a daily bases as a 22 year old player gives you a lot. For sure valuable time and it helped me a lot to become more mature player', remembered Kristian Kullamaee. He had some solid games like scoring 10 points against Manresa, but he will never forget putting up 8/4/4 stats in his ACB debut against Real Madrid in a losing cause. ' One of my goals was to be able to play in ACB and I was able to fulfil it. As it was vs such an historic club as Real Madrid made it even more special. Definitely something I will remember all my life. Being able to play vs such players like Walter Tavares for example was really cool', added Kristian Kullamaee. This season he made the jump to Panevezys 7bet-Lietkabelis (Lithuania-LKL) and even if it may seem like a little step back from the ACB to the Eurocup, sometimes one has to make a step back in order to gain 2 steps ahead in the future. Just ask Kameron Taylor who played his rookie season in Germany in the Pro A and then took a step back and played Pro B and then within 3 seasons reached the Euroleague with Maccabi Tel Aviv. Taylor will never forget just how valuable his time was with the Dragons Rhondorf in his career. The Estonian guard has made another new break through this season in Lithuania once again. 'I can say I'm really happy for it. I think it's the right spot for me at this point of my career. My goal was to play in good competition, what Eurocup and LKL definitely is. So I try to get the most out of it. And yes I agree that I am experiencing a real breakthrough. Because I have never played such an important role in such a competition. I have played important roles in Spain and Germany second divisions but this is something different. I think I have played alright but I personally think I have even more potential individually and as a team too. Hopefully in the end of the season I can say that I made an even bigger step forward both as a team and individually. So definitely exciting time right now for me', warned Kristian Kullamaee. His game has totally taken off in Lithuania's first division where he is averaging 14,0ppg, 3,3rpg, 3,6apg and 1,1spg while shooting 46% from outside while in the Eurocup he is also holding his own averaging 11,4ppg, 2,7rpg, 3,9apg and 1,9spg. He has benefited totally from the collective team ball that the team has played and ex Alba berlin player Nenad Cenak who is the head coach. 'He was the person who invited me here this season. He saw potential in me and I really appreciate that he gave this amazing opportunity for me. I try to make the most out of it and help him/team as much I Can. I would say that he really knows how to give player freedom and keep him in the system at the same time. I think this is the biggest key. Everything looks really natural with him', stressed Kristian Kullamaee. The guard keeps climbing the basketball ladder and his focus and desire and hunger will always remain massive, because despite having a famous dad, nothing was ever given to him in his basketball career. 'I think nothing in life is for granted. You need to work hard to achieve your goals. And this is not only in basketball, in life overall as well. My goal was always to become a professional basketball player since I was really young. I have been in the basketball gym since a very young age, because of my father. So desire for basketball came really naturally to me and I have always been trying to get most out of it', warned Kristian Kullamaee. After 3 years being away from Germany, he is back again facing ratiopharm Ulm in a Eurocup game this week. He will be motivated and ready to show everyone in Germany how his game has developed since then and will continue to keep the Kullamae name in top standing in the basketball circles. |
| Kreismontas' double-double lands him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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16-year old swingman Rokas Kreismontas (191-G/F-2006) put on an amazing game in the last round for Plunges and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 12. He had a double-double of 32 points and 16 rebounds, while his team beat Panevezio (#8, 6-6) 100-87. Plunges was forced-out from the top positions in Lithuanian league. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 10 games and recorded just one victory. In the team's last game Kreismontas had a remarkable 56.3% from 2-point range. He turned to be Plunges' top player in his first season with the team. Rokas Kreismontas averages this season 20.0ppg and 8.3rpg. Second best performed player last round was Joris Kacinskas (2005) of Saule. He is a in his second season at Saule. In the last game Kacinskas recorded impressive double-double of 23 points and 17 rebounds. It was enough for Saule to edge the lower-ranked Perkunas (#9, 4-8) by 1 point 98-97. Saule's 3rd position in the standings has not changed. His team's 8-3 record is not bad at all. Kacinskas is well-known at Saule and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 13.5ppg (#8). He also registered 8.8 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to swingman Arturas Vilutis (193-F/G-2005) of league's second-best VKM. Vilutis showcased his all-around game by recording 20 points, twelve rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of VKM, leading his team to a 103-84 easy win against the lower-ranked Birzu (#10, 2-9). VKM is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 8-2 record is not that bad... Vilutis has a great season in Lithuania. After 10 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 13.3rpg (2nd best). He also has 1.7bpg and FGP: 65.3%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Emilis Baltrimavicius (203-F/C-2005) of Tornado KM - 22 points and 12 rebounds 5. Danielius Mulevicius (195-F/G-2006) of Birzu - 17 points, 15 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Nojus Petraitis (178-PG-2005) of Birzu - 29 points, 4 rebounds and 9 assists 7. Pijus Dobilas (2005) of Plunges - 22 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists 8. Kristupas Civilis (2005) of SKM I - 18 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists 9. Arnas Strikulys (188-G-2005) of Panevezio - 22 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Laurynas Vilimas (2005) of Perkunas - 33 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Echodas' double-double lands him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had a double-double of 20 points and 16 rebounds, while his team crushed, the league's bottom-ranked team Prienai (#12, 0-16) with 21-point margin 98-77. Rytas is placed at 2nd position in Lithuanian league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Rytas will need more victories to improve their 11-4 record. Echodas turned to be Rytas' top player in his first season with the team. Echodas has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 8.1rpg) and averages solid 61.8% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Justin Alston (203-F-1994) of Juventus. He is American forward in his first season at Juventus. In the last game Alston recorded impressive double-double of 24 points and 12 rebounds. Bad luck as Juventus lost that game 81-86 to slightly higher-ranked Wolves (11-5). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Juventus still maintains its place in the top 4 of the standings, even despite this loss. His team's 11-5 record is not bad at all. Alston is a newcomer at Juventus and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.1ppg (#1). He also registered 7.1 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to forward Jeff Garrett (201-F-1994, agency: Players Group) of Jonava (#6). Garrett scored 24 points and grabbed nine rebounds. He was a key player of Jonava, leading his team to a 69-68 win against the lower-ranked Gargzdu (#11, 2-14). Jonava needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 9 victories and 6 lost games. Garrett has a great season in Lithuania. After 15 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 15.7ppg (5th best) and rebounds with 7.4rpg (5th best). He also has 2.2spg, 1.3bpg, FGP: 64.7% and 3PT: 44.9%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Matas Jogela (201-F/G-1998) of Neptunas - 14 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Goran Huskic (210-C-1992) of Jonava - 15 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 6. Arturs Zagars (190-G-2000) of Nevezis - 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Jamil Wilson (201-F-1990) of Prienai - 16 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Arnas Berucka (196-SG-1997) of Wolves - 19 points, 2 rebounds and 5 assists 9. Rokas Gustys (206-F/C-1994) of Neptunas - 13 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Oskaras Pleikys (202-C-2001) of Neptunas - 14 points and 6 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Overton's 34-point game gives him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 34 points adding nine rebounds and five assists for Arantia in his team's victory, helping them to beat Amicale (#1, 13-3) 95-89. Arantia maintains the 6th position in Luxembourg league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Arantia will need more victories to improve their 9-7 record. Overton turned to be Arantia's top player in his first season with the team. Weber State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Overton is in league's top in points (2nd best: 26.2ppg) and averages solid 2.1spg and 53.0% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Jarvis Williams (198-F/G-1989, agency: BIG) of top-ranked Amicale. He is American swingman in his first season at Amicale. In the last game Williams recorded impressive 32 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Bad luck as Amicale lost that game 89-95 to the lower-ranked Arantia (#6, 9-7). Amicale managed to keep the same 1st spot in the standings. It was just his team's 3rd loss this season, while they won 13 other games. Williams is a newcomer at Amicale and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to forward Moses Greenwood (201-F-1997) of T71 (#3). Greenwood got into 30-points club by scoring exactly 30 points in the last round. He went also for twelve rebounds . He was a key player of T71, leading his team to a 87-73 easy win against the lower-ranked Contern (#7, 7-9). T71 needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 12 victories and 4 lost games. Greenwood has a great season in Luxembourg. After 15 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 10.2rpg (9th best). He also has 1.1bpg, FGP: 56.8% and 3PT: 47.4%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Seth LeDay (201-F-1996) of Sparta - 28 points and 14 rebounds 5. Lamar Mallory (201-PF-1990) of Etzella - 33 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Henry Pwono (198-F-1991) of Residence - 25 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Yann Wolff (198-F/C-1994) of Etzella - 16 points, 18 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Tyler Cartaino (198-G/F-1996) of Contern - 31 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Joe Kalmes (200-F/C-1995) of T71 - 21 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Mike Feipel (200-F-2000) of Sparta - 22 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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| Sadio Doucoure is a newcomer at Nanterre - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The previous (2020-21) season he played at Olympique Antibes (ProB) where in 10 games he averaged 12.9ppg, 6.7rpg and 1.4apg in that year. He was a member of French U20 National Team back in 2012. Doucoure has played previously for seven other teams: Metropolitans, Chalons Reims, Chorale de Roanne, Cognac BB, JA Vichy, Le Portel and Cognac BB. His team made it to the NM1 Play-Offs Semifinals in 2013. |
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| Gzira Athleta adds Van Herk to their roster - by Dimitri Chelidze | |
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Gzira-Athleta-Birkirkara (BOV League D1) added to their roster 24-year old Canadian center Henry Van Herk (206cm-102kg-1998, college: Queen's). He started the season at BG 2000 Berlin in German Regionalliga. In three games he had 10.3ppg, 7.7rpg, 1.3apg and 1.0spg. He has played also professionally in Kangaroos. Van Herk played in the final of OUA Tournament in 2022. He graduated from Queen's University in 2022 and it is his first season as a professional player. |
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| Samis Calderon (ex Corinthians) agreed terms with NBA Academy Latin Am - by Paulo Freire | |
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NBA-Academy-Latin-America-in-Mexico-City () inked 18-year old Brazilian 196cm small forward Samis Calderon. Calderon started the season at Corinthians in Brazilian NBB league. But in only one game he did not score anything. He represented Brazil at the FIBA U18 Americas Championship in Tijuana (Mexico) last year. Calderon's team won Silver and his stats at that event were 6 games: 6.3ppg, 4.5rpg, 1.8apg, FGP: 31.0%, 3PT: 22.2%, FT: 57.1%. |
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| D1 Round 14: IRT Tanger lose to FUS Rabat - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Round 14 most important game was a defeat of league's leader IRT Tanger (8-4). They were defeated by fourth ranked FUS Rabat (8-3) 74-66 on Saturday night. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of IRT Tanger. It was a key game for the second position in the league. FUS Rabat moved-up to second place, which they share with MTB. IRT Tanger at the other side dropped to the fourth position with four games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by AS Sale. The game had a very big importance for second-ranked AS Sale as it allowed them to take a leadership position. AS Sale defeated 10th ranked RCA Casabl. at home 85-73. As mentioned above they took over a top position. RCA Casabl. lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with eight games lost. Bottom-ranked Club Bni (0-11) is still winless. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their 11th consecutive match to fifth ranked MTB (8-3) 107-39 on Saturday evening. MTB moved-up to second place, which they share with FUS Rabat. Loser Club Bni still closes the standings with 11 games lost. In the last two games of round 14 MAS Fez won against Larache on the opponent's court 71-61. OCY was outscored by FAR Rabat in a home game 53-92. Club Bni - MTB 39-107 Bottom-ranked Club Bni (0-11) is still winless. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their 11th consecutive match to fifth ranked MTB (8-3) 107-39 on Saturday evening. MTB moved-up to second place, which they share with FUS Rabat. Loser Club Bni still closes the standings with 11 games lost. FUS Rabat - IRT Tanger 74-66 Round 14 most important game was a defeat of league's leader IRT Tanger (8-4). They were defeated by fourth ranked FUS Rabat (8-3) 74-66 on Saturday night. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of IRT Tanger. It was a key game for the second position in the league. FUS Rabat moved-up to second place, which they share with MTB. IRT Tanger at the other side dropped to the fourth position with four games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by AS Sale. Larache - MAS Fez 61-71 Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both ninth ranked MAS Fez and 8th ranked Larache had identical 4-5 record. But Larache was not able to use a home court advantage and was defeated by the opponent from Fez 71-61 on Monday night. MAS Fez have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with KACM. Loser Larache dropped to the ninth position with six games lost. OCY - FAR Rabat 53-92 Very predictable result in Yusufiya where sixth ranked FAR Rabat (7-2) smashed 12th ranked OCY (1-8) 92-53 on Saturday. FAR Rabat moved-up to fifth place. OCY lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the twelfth position with eight games lost. AS Sale - RCA Casabl. 85-73 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked AS Sale as it allowed them to take a leadership position. AS Sale defeated 10th ranked RCA Casabl. at home 85-73. As mentioned above they took over a top position. RCA Casabl. lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with eight games lost. |
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| The Wizards waived Dotson - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He has never been drafted by the NBA. Dotson has played previously for four other teams: Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Charge, Windy City Bulls and Chicago Bulls. Among many awards his team won Big 12 Regular Season in 2020. He was voted to Big 12 All-Freshman Team back in 2019. Dotson graduated from University of Kansas in 2020 and it is his third season in pro basketball. |
| Giannis-less Bucks ease past Raptors 130-122 - by Eurobasket News |
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Jrue Holiday (6'4''-G-1990, college: UCLA) scored a season-high 37 points and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Toronto Raptors 130-122 on Tuesday night. The Bucks, playing without Giannis Antetokounmpo for the fourth consecutive game, shot 19 for 39 (49%) from 3-point range. Fred VanVleet (6'0''-PG-1994, college: Wichita St.) led Toronto with 39 points. Gary Trent Jr. (6'6''-SG-1999, college: Duke) Jr. added 28 points and Pascal Siakam (6'9''-F-1994, college: NM State) had 23. Play got chippy and action was halted at 6:40 of the fourth quarter with Milwaukee leading 113-110 because of an altercation involving several players neat the Bucks' basket. Milwaukee's Brook Lopez (7'0''-C-1988, college: Stanford) was whistled for two technical fouls and ejected. Technicals were also called on Toronto's O.G. Anunoby (6'7''-F-1997, college: Indiana) and Jamaal Magloire on the play. Lopez scored 15 of his 19 points in the third quarter before being ejected. Courtesy of: apnews.com |
| Embiid scores 41, 76ers dominate Clippers in 120-110 victory - by Eurobasket News |
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Joel Embiid (7'0''-C/F-1994, college: Kansas) set the tone with 26 points in the first half. Philadelphia's bench came up big in the late going. Embiid finished with 41 points and the 76ers recovered after blowing a 14-point, first-half lead to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 120-110 on Tuesday night for their third straight win. 'I was just trying to start off strong because what I've come to find out is that my energy kind of drives the whole team,' Embiid said. 'If I'm at least being aggressive offensively and defensively, my teammates are going to pick up no matter if I make shots or not.' Embiid had nine rebounds and made 15 of 18 free throws before leaving the game with 2:53 remaining. Philadelphia fans chanted 'MVP! MVP!' as he raised both arms to encourage the cheers. Embiid had his fifth straight game with at least 30 points. 'It wouldn't be happening without my teammates,' he said. 'James (Harden) is doing a good job of making it easy for me. Guys knocking down shots opens up a lot for me to go out and dominate.' Tyrese Maxey (6'4''-PG-2000, college: Kentucky) added 22 points off the bench. Tobias Harris (6'9''-F-1992, college: Tennessee) had 20 points as the 76ers closed out a Los Angeles sweep, having edged the Lakers by one point two nights earlier. After getting outscored 37-27 in the third, the Sixers dominated the fourth. They outscored the Clippers 30-21 in a reversal of the third when LA rallied from 11 points down. 'I told the bench, 'It's very important we build this lead back,' and that's what we did,' Maxey said. 'Everybody is buying into their roles.' Maxey carried the 76ers early with Embiid resting. He hit three consecutive 3-pointers and had a pair of free throws to extend the 76ers' lead to 101-93. 'I liked how we closed the game,' Embiid said. 'Tyrese took over to start the fourth. By the time we had to come in, we just had to finish the job.' The Sixers ran off 11 in a row, including four by Embiid and a 3-pointer by Georges Niang, that extended their lead to 115-98. 'That stretch was huge,' Harris said. Kawhi Leonard (6'7''-F-1991, college: SDSU) scored 27 points to lead the Clippers. Paul George (6'9''-G/F-1990, college: Fresno St.) had 13 points and eight rebounds in his return after missing five in a row because of right hamstring soreness. They've lost eight of 10. Leonard and George combined to score 12 of the Clippers' first 19 points to open the third. Marcus Morris' jumper tied the game at 71-all while the Clippers' defense got stops. The Clippers took their first lead of the game, 79-78, on Ivica Zubac's hook over Embiid. On their next possession, Terance Mann scored over Embiid. Leonard scored four in a row before the 76ers led 90-89 on a pair of free throws by Maxey going into the fourth. With Embiid and James Harden (6'5''-SG-1989, college: Arizona St.) on the bench, the Sixers ran off seven straight points to open the second and lead 41-27. The Clippers rallied to get within five, but Embiid scored 15 points over the final 7:13, capped by a 3-pointer, to keep the Sixers ahead 65-52 at halftime. Courtesy of: apnews.com |
| VanVleet scores 33 points, Raptors beat Knicks 123-121 in OT - by Eurobasket News |
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Fred VanVleet (6'0''-PG-1994, college: Wichita St.) scored 33 points, Scottie Barnes (6'7''-F-2001, college: FSU) had 26 points and the Toronto Raptors recovered in overtime after RJ Barrett Jr. (6'6''-F/G-2000, college: Duke)'s tying slam with 0.6 seconds left in regulation to beat the New York Knicks 123-121 on Monday. Pascal Siakam (6'9''-F-1994, college: NM State) had 20 points, nine assists and eight rebounds for the Raptors, but he was on the bench after fouling out when Toronto had to wait out Jalen Brunson (6'1''-G-1996, college: Villanova)'s missed 3-pointer in the final second before emerging with the victory. O.G. Anunoby (6'7''-F-1997, college: Indiana) hit two 3-pointers in overtime as Toronto built a six-point lead, but New York nearly erased that in the final minute. Barrett, who is from Toronto, scored 32 points and Brunson had 26 for the Knicks, who had their three-game winning streak snapped. Julius Randle (6'9''-F/C-1994, college: Kentucky) finished with 21 points, 15 rebounds and eight assists. Courtesy of: thestar.com |
| Grizzlies beat Suns 136-106, extend winning streak to 10 - by Eurobasket News |
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The Memphis Grizzlies are making lengthy winning streaks an annual occurrence. Ja Morant (6'3''-G-1999, college: Murray St.) scored 29 points, Desmond Bane (6'6''-G-1998, college: TCU) added 28 and the Grizzlies extended their season-high winning streak to 10 games with a 136-106 win over the injury-depleted Phoenix Suns on Monday night. Memphis set a franchise record last season by winning 11 in a row. Despite another double-digit win streak, Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins sees room for improvement. ''There's no finished product whatsoever, we're just trying to find different ways to win ball games, especially at this juncture of the season,'' Jenkins said. The Suns played without starters Chris Paul (6'0''-PG-1985, college: Wake Forest) and Devin Booker (6'6''-SG-1996, college: Kentucky). Paul missed his fifth straight game with a right hip injury. Booker has not played since Christmas Day because of a groin injury. Mikal Bridges (6'6''-G/F-1996, college: Villanova) scored 21 points and DeAndre Ayton (7'1''-C-1998, college: Arizona) added 18 for the Suns. Phoenix (21-24) lost for the ninth time in 10 games. Jaren Jackson Jr. contributed 18 points and six blocks for the Grizzlies (30-13), who did not play starters Morant or Dillon Brooks (6'7''-G/F-1996, college: Oregon) in the fourth quarter when Memphis stretched its lead to as many as 36 points. Memphis also scored 130 or more points for the third straight game, matching the franchise-record run of last February. Bane said the win streak has been aided, in large part, by the team's defense. The Grizzlies had eight steals and six blocks against the Suns. The win streak followed a stretch in which the Grizzles lost four of five. The last loss was to Phoenix on Dec. 27 in Memphis. ''Every team is going to have ups and downs,'' Bane said. ''They either make you stronger or you give in to them.'' The Grizzlies started slow, trailing by as many as 11 in the opening quarter before using a dominating third quarter to pull away. Memphis outscored the Suns 39-23 in the third quarter and built a 22-point advantage (103-81) following a three-point play by Morant. The Suns started strong, hitting 11 of their first 15 shots, including their first six, to lead by as many as 11 in the opening quarter. The Grizzlies regained the lead late in the second quarter after Morant drained three consecutive 3-pointers for a 60-58 Memphis lead and never trailed again. Memphis outscored the Suns 68-41 in the second half. ''We've just got to regroup and go back home,'' Suns coach Monty Williams said. ''This has been a tough, tough stretch for us on a number of fronts. The wins and losses. The injuries. And we lose (Josh Okogie) tonight and he was playing his tail off. So you just pack it up, go home and get ready for the next one.'' Courtesy of: cbssports.com |
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| Vipers Close Road Trip With Win Over Birmingham - by Eurobasket News |
| The Rio Grande Valley Vipers (3-6), the NBA G League affiliate of the Houston Rockets, defeated the Birmingham Squadron (1-10) 132-105 on Tuesday night at Legacy Arena. Since the beginning of the game the Vipers offense went on a hot-scoring-streak and took control of the first quarter. RGV managed to maintain its lead throughout the remainder of the game and earned a 132-105 victory over the Squadron. Houston Rockets Two-Way player Darius Days led the Vipers with a double-double 29 points and 10 rebounds. Cassius Stanley and Jalen Lecque each contributed 23 points to the team. Houston Rockets Two-Way player Trevor Hudgins posted 22 points followed by Kahlil Whitney with 10 points. Birmingham was led by Daeqwon Plowden who scored 24 points. New Orleans Pelicans Two-Way player Dereon Seabron finished the night with 17 points followed by Kalob Ledoux with 14 points and John Petty Jr. with 13 points. Zylan Cheatham finished with 11 rebounds. The Vipers return to the RGV to take on the G League Ignite for back-to-back matchups on Friday Jan. 20 and Saturday, Jan. 21 with both games tipping off at 7:30 p.m. CT at Bert Ogden Arena. Courtesy of: oursportscentral.com |
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| Burns comes back to London Lightning, ex Caledonia G. - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He is quite experienced player. Burns has played also professionally in Bulgaria (Beroe), Poland (Twarde Pierniki), NBA G League (Austin Spurs and Maine Celtics) and The Basketball Tournament (Ex Pats). His team won Patriot League Tournament in 2019 and 2021. He was voted All-Patriot League Player of the Year in 2021. Burns graduated from Colgate University in 2021 and it is his second season as a professional player. |
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| No. 13 K-State defeats No. 2 Kansas 83-82 in overtime - by Eurobasket News |
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Keyontae Johnson (6'5''-F-1999) scored 24 points, including the go-ahead alley-oop dunk with 25 seconds left in overtime, and No. 13 Kansas State beat No. 2 Kansas 83-82 on Tuesday night to snap a seven-game series skid. Jalen Wilson tried to take over in overtime for Kansas, converting a three-point play, knocking down a 3-pointer and making a pair of free throws for an 82-80 lead with just over a minute to go. But after Johnson made a free throw at the other end, Wilson missed a deep 3-pointer as the shot-clock expired to give the Wildcats another chance. After a timeout, Markquis Nowell (5'8''-PG) threw the lob that Johnson slammed down for an 83-82 advantage. Kansas (16-2, 5-1) also called a timeout to set up its own finishing play, but normally sure-handed Dajuan Harris Jr. lost the ball in traffic, and the Jayhawks never got a chance to put up a potential winning shot. 'If you told me we'd have the ball with a chance to win twice, that's something I'd probably sell out for,' Kansas coach Bill Self said. 'That last possession is one possession I probably wish we could take back.' Wilson played all 45 minutes and finished with a career-high 38 points for the Jayhawks. KJ Adams (6'7''-F) Jr. had 17 points and Gradey Dick (6'8''-G) had 16, though both of the key players were riding the bench at the finish after fouling out. Desi Sills (6'2''-G-1998) also scored 24 points and Nae'Qwan Tomlin (6'8''-F) had 15 points and 10 boards, as the Wildcats (16-2, 5-1 Big 12) bounced back from a blowout loss to TCU by beating the Jayhawks for the first time since Feb 5, 2019. In an epic slugfest, both teams had chances to win in the final 30 seconds of regulation. Kansas had possession first with 23 seconds to go and the game tied at 72, only to watch Harris lose control near the midcourt line - much like he did at the finish of overtime. The Wildcats grabbed the loose ball and pitched it ahead to Johnson, but the star forward missed a wild shot at the rim just before the buzzer sounded. It was the most anticipated Sunflower Showdown in years, drawing a capacity crowd that snaked around Bramlage Coliseum hours before tipoff as it waited to get in, and it was the less-regarded Wildcats rather than the defending national champions that demonstrated early poise and precision. Kansas State made its first five 3-pointers and shot 52% from the field in the first half. It stuffed Wilson, the Big 12s top scorer, three times before he made a basket. And at one point, the Wildcats led by as many as 14 points. 'They were shooting lights-out,' Adams said. Yet there's a reason the Jayhawks entered the night 29-5 in Bramlage Coliseum. They always seem to deal with the pressure there. Wilson finally got on track, scoring 12 in the first half, and Adams found success with floaters in the lane, pouring in 15 by the break. The Jayhawks eventually closed down the perimeter, forcing Kansas State to unsuccessfully drive to the basket, and they slowly trimmed away at their deficit, closing within 44-39 by halftime. Despite foul trouble, the Jayhawks eventually made it all the way back, taking their first lead since the opening minutes at 59-57 with just under 8 minutes to go. But neither team was willing to give up down the stretch. That's why 40 minutes wasn't enough to decide it. 'The great thing about basketball is we'll have another game in two days, three days. We can't dwell on this,' Wilson said quietly. 'We have another good team coming up and we'll see them again. That's the beauty of the Big 12.' Courtesy of: kuathletics.com |
| Purdue basketball escapes Michigan State victorious with late heroics - by Eurobasket News |
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Zach Edey (7'4''-C-2002) made a go-ahead shot at the front of the rim with 2.2 seconds left and finished with a career-high 32 points and 17 rebounds to help No. 3 Purdue hold off Michigan State for a 64-63 win on Monday. A 51-second sequence earlier in the second half, though, showed just how dominant the 7-foot-4 Edey can be at both ends of the floor. Edey blocked a shot, had an alley-oop dunk, a defensive rebound and a layup to turn a one-point deficit into a three-point lead. "He opens up a lot for us," Boilermakers coach Matt Painter said. The Boilermakers (17-1, 6-1 Big Ten) have won 17 of their first 18 games, matching a school mark set during the 1987-88 season. The Spartans (12-6, 4-3) dropped a second straight game after winning seven in a row. Tyson Walker put Michigan State ahead with 11 seconds remaining with a mid-range jumper, giving him a season-high 30 points, and Edey scored the winner on the ensuing possession. After Edey's last basket, A.J. Hoggard (6'4''-G-2000)'s long inbound pass was knocked out of bounds by Purdue's Brandon Newman (6'5''-G-2001) with 1.8 seconds left. That left Tom Izzo with a chance to draw up a play to potentially win the game on Purdue's end of the court. Walker was set up with what seemed to be an open jumper on the left wing only to have Boilermakers guard Ethan Morton get a hand up to deflect the shot, leaving it short of the rim. Purdue freshman guard Fletcher Loyer (6'4''-G) had 17 points, including a go-ahead free throw with 25.7 seconds left in a game that had the intensity of a matchup in March. "I've known him since he was very young," Izzo said. "The last give minutes of the game, he just took it over." Loyer's older brother, Foster, played for the Spartans before transferring to Davidson. Fletcher Loyer, a 6-4 freshman, scored a season-high 27 points Friday night in a win over Nebraska. "He's very aggressive, very sure of himself," Painter said. "He's not scared of the moment." Hoggard had 14 points and eight assists, playing well in the backcourt with Walker. "I didn't think we did a very good job of guarding their guards," Painter said. Joey Hauser (6'9''-F-1999) added 10 points for the Spartans, who looked like they were going to be overmatched early in the game. Purdue led by 13 points with 5:47 to go in the first half, but was ahead by just two at halftime after Michigan State started to make shots and cut down on turnovers. "We lost the game in the first minutes with the ridiculous turnovers," Izzo said. The Spartans surged ahead by five points early in the second half before both teams took turns with the lead in a closely contested game with 13 lead changes and eight ties. "In my heart I believe we competed well enough to win the game, but give them credit," Izzo said. Courtesy of: purduesports.com |
| Evbuomwan scores 26 as Princeton defeats Pennsylvania 72-60 - by Eurobasket News |
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Tosan Evbuomwan (6'8''-F-2001) had 26 points in Princeton's 72-60 victory over Pennsylvania on Monday night. Evbuomwan had seven rebounds for the Tigers (13-5, 4-1 Ivy League). Ryan Langborg (6'4''-G) had 13 points and Caden Pierce scored 12. The Quakers (9-10, 2-3) were led by Jordan Dingle (6'3''-G) with 21 points and six rebounds. Nick Spinoso (6'9''-F/C) added 12 points and six rebounds. Both teams next play Saturday. Princeton hosts Dartmouth and Pennsylvania visits Yale. Courtesy of: newsobserver.com |
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| Best players of Norwegian BLNO round 14 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The guard had the game-high 37 points adding nine rebounds and seven assists for Froya Basket in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Gimle (#2, 15-5) 90-86. Froya Basket is placed at 5th position in Norwegian BLNO. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Froya Basket will need more victories to improve their 12-8 record. In the team's last game Knight III had a remarkable 64.7% from 2-point range. He turned to be Froya Basket's top player in his first season with the team. Southern Utah University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Knight III is in league's top in points (4th best: 23.1ppg), assists (2nd best: 6.7apg) and averages solid 2.5spg and 60.1% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young international guard Mikkel Kolstad (193-G-1995) of second-ranked Gimle. Kolstad impressed basketball fans with 27 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists. Of course he led Gimle to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Nidaros Jets (#11, 2-19) 102-60. Gimle's second position in the standings has not changed. His team's 15-5 record is not bad at all. Kolstad is well-known by Gimle fans and he already established his position as one of team's most reliable players. The third best performed player last round was Swedish Mustafa Dibba (186-G/F-1995) of Ammerud Bskt (#7). Dibba scored 25 points and grabbed ten rebounds. Despite Dibba's great performance Ammerud Bskt lost 71-98 to slightly higher-ranked Baerum Basket (#6, 11-8). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Ammerud Bskt ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 10 games, recording just seven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Dibba could help Ammerud Bskt to bring them higher in the standings. Dibba has a great season in Norway. After 17 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 21.4ppg (7th best) and rebounds with 9.9rpg (8th best). He also has 1.3bpg and FGP: 51.3%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Devin Gilligan (196-F-1993) of Fyllingen - 17 points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists 5. Xavier Green (198-G-1996) of Kongsberg - 26 points, 18 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Steffon Mitchell (203-F-1997) of Baerum Basket - 24 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Dante Thompson (201-F-1993) of Gimle - 22 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Marin Mornar (205-PF-1993) of Kongsberg - 20 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Michael Steadman (208-F) of Fyllingen - 21 points and 13 rebounds 10. Petar Kutlesic (206-F-1994) of Centrum - 20 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)
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| Milczynski number one in Polish 2Liga for round 17 - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Center Szymon Milczynski (204-C-1993) put on an amazing game in the last round for Koscian, receiving a Hoops Agents 2Liga Player of the Week award for round 17. The 29-year old player had a double-double of 20 points and 18 rebounds, while his team beat Slask 3 (#9, 7-10) 77-71. Koscian maintains the 4th position in their group in Polish 2Liga. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Koscian will need more victories to improve their 13-4 record. In the team's last game Milczynski had a remarkable 85.7% from 2-point range. He turned to be Koscian's top player in his first season with the team. Szymon Milczynski has solid league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (5th best: 11.8rpg) and averages impressive 66.7% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Pawel Minciel (203-C/F-1988) of Sudety. Minciel had a very good evening with 28 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists. Bad luck as Sudety lost that game 78-87 to the higher-ranked Katowice KS 27 (#2, 16-1). This loss caused Sudety to drop to 14th position in group D. 12 lost games are too many comparing to just five victories Sudety managed to get this year. Minciel is one of the most experienced players at Sudety and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third on the list of top players last round was swingman Michal Wojtynski (193-G/F-1989) of Isetia W-wa (#7). Wojtynski got into 30-points club by scoring exactly 30 points in the last round. He went also for eight rebounds and six assists. He was a key player of Isetia W-wa, leading his team to a 105-85 easy win against the lower-ranked AZS UJK (#13, 3-13). Isetia W-wa needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in group B. Their record at this point is 8 victories and 7 lost games. Wojtynski has a very solid season. In 5 games in Poland he scored 17.8ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Maciej Leszczynski (192-SG-1999) of Zary - 27 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists 5. Dariusz Dobrzycki (193-F-1984) of Gniezno - 33 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Arkadiusz Zabielski (196-PF-1984) of Zubry - 20 points and 19 rebounds 7. Wiktor Wilk (197-F-1996) of Pabianice - 19 points, 14 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Dawid Boryka (188-SG-1997) of MKS DG 2 - 19 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists 9. Lukasz Kuczynski (196-F-1985) of Tur Bielsk Pdl. - 27 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Szymon Gralewski (179-PG-2001) of Pabianice - 31 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Cechniak number one in Polish 1Liga for round 19 - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 29-year old player had a double-double of 23 points and 15 rebounds, while his team edged out Starogard Gd. (#5, 12-7) 88-84. Polonia W-wa maintains the 12th position in Polish 1Liga. Polonia W-wa 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 Cechniak had a remarkable 71.4% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Damian Cechniak averages this season 8.2ppg and 6.7rpg. The second best player in last round's games was young American Marcus Azor (182-G-2000) of league's second-best Dziki Wwa. Azor had a very good evening with a double-double of 25 points and 12 rebounds. Bad luck as Dziki Wwa lost that game 95-100 to the lower-ranked WKK Wroclaw (#13, 8-11). Dziki Wwa managed to keep the same second spot in the standings. His team's 14-5 record is not bad at all. Azor is a newcomer at Dziki Wwa 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 international center Piotr Niedzwiedzki (211-C-1993) of Walbrzych (#4). Niedzwiedzki scored 23 points and grabbed eight rebounds. Despite Niedzwiedzki's great performance Walbrzych lost 93-95 to the lower-ranked Krosno (#9, 10-9). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing Walbrzych 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 6 lost games. Niedzwiedzki has a great season in Poland. After 16 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 9.6rpg (#1 in league). He also has 2.4bpg and FGP: 57.4%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Filip Zegzula (188-SG-1994) of Radom - 29 points, 3 rebounds and 8 assists 5. Maksymilian Wilczek (197-G/F-2004) of WKK Wroclaw - 18 points and 13 rebounds 6. Dominik Rutkowski (194-F/G-1998) of WKK Wroclaw - 33 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Jakub Dloniak (194-G/F-1983) of Koszalin - 32 points and 2 rebounds 8. Michal Chrabota (196-SG-1999) of Bytom - 25 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Alphonso Willis (188-G-1998) of Bytom - 23 points and 14 rebounds 10. Mateusz Kaszowski (181-PG-2001) of Koszalin - 22 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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| Przemyslaw Zolnierewicz gets MVP of the Week award for Polish EBL (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 27-year old swingman had the game-high 29 points adding four rebounds and six assists for Zastal in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Anwil (8-8) 88-84. Zastal maintains the 10th position in Polish EBL. Zastal is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 8-8 record. In the team's last game Zolnierewicz had a remarkable five three-pointers out of 8 attempts. It's his second year at Zastal and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Przemyslaw Zolnierewicz averages this season 15.2ppg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American forward Myke Henry (198-F-1992) of Astoria. Henry impressed basketball fans with 33 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Astoria lost that game 92-100 to slightly higher-ranked Start (#13, 5-10). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Astoria keeps 15th position. 12 lost games are too many comparing to just four victories Astoria managed to get this year. Henry is a newcomer at Astoria 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 Travis Leslie (193-F/G-1990) of Legia (#5). Leslie scored 23 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Legia, leading his team to a 75-61 easy win against the lower-ranked Sokol (#14, 5-11). Legia needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 10 victories and 6 lost games. Leslie has a very solid season. In 12 games in Poland he scored 14.5ppg. He also has 6.8rpg and FGP: 55.7%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Barret Benson (208-C-1997) of Spojnia - 14 points and 18 rebounds 5. Cleveland Melvin (203-F-1991) of Start - 30 points and 7 rebounds 6. Damian Kulig (205-F/C-1987) of Stal - 21 points and 9 rebounds 7. Scoochie Smith (188-G-1994) of Start - 23 points and 11 assists 8. Gabe DeVoe (191-G-1995) of Start - 22 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists 9. Trevon Bluiett (198-G-1994) of MKS DG - 25 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Alen Hadzibegovic (207-F-1999) of Zastal - 21 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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| Matthew Eldridge gets MVP of the Week award for Portuguese Proliga (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 26-year old forward had a double-double of 27 points and fifteen rebounds, while his team crushed Galitos (#3, 7-4) with 21-point margin 94-73. Academica is placed at 4th position in Portuguese Proliga. Academica 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 5-6 record. In the team's last game Eldridge had a remarkable 80.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be Academica's top player in his first season with the team. Lindsey Wilson College graduate has very impressive stats this year. Eldridge is in league's top in rebounds (3rd best: 11.7rpg) and averages solid 75.0% FGP and 45.7% from behind 3-point line. Worth to mention Eldridge 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 guard Tre Bowman (196-G-1991) of Sampaense. Bowman impressed basketball fans with 38 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists. It was enough for Sampaense to edge slightly lower-ranked Electrico FC (#8, 2-9) by 6 points 85-79. Sampaense's 7th position in North has not changed. 8 lost games are too many comparing to just three victories Sampaense managed to get this year. Bowman is a newcomer at Sampaense 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 Micah Downs (203-F-1986) of Barreirense (#4). Downs showcased his all-around game by recording 27 points, seven rebounds and seven assists in the last round. Despite Downs' great performance Barreirense lost 92-99 to #1 ranked Galitos-Barreiro. But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The chances of Barreirense ranking at the top of South, however are very questionable as they have already lost 6 games, recording just five victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Downs could help Barreirense to bring them higher in the standings. Downs has a great season in Portugal. After only 9 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 23.1ppg (5th best), rebounds with 9.3rpg (9th best) and assists with 5.2apg (6th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Greg Lee (206-F-1998) of Galitos-Barreiro - 27 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Elias Cave (201-F) of Vasco - 30 points and 4 rebounds 6. Irshaad Hunte (203-F-1996) of Belenenses - 22 points and 16 rebounds 7. Tamyrik Fields (198-PF-1996) of Galitos-Barreiro - 27 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Marquavian Stephens (190-G) of Barreirense - 32 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Jordan Doss (196-G/F) of Olhanense - 25 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Tyree Crump (185-G-1997) of NB Queluz - 30 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| PUERTO RICO |
| Kyle Vinales left Nancy - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Vinales is quite experienced player. He has played in eight different countries on four different continents (Europe, Latin America, Africa and of course North America). Vinales has played previously professionally in Cyprus (AEK Larnaca), Estonia (Kalev/Cramo), Lithuania (Lietkabelis), Montenegro (SC Derby), Tunisia (US Monastir and Club Africain), Puerto Rico (Cariduros, Brujos, Cangrejeros, Grises and Mets), Dominican Republic (Leones) and The Basketball Tournament (House of 'Paign and Friday Beers). He was also voted to Latinbasket.com All-Puerto Rican BSN Honorable Mention in 2017 and 2022. His college team made it to the Lithuanian Cup final in 2021. Vinales graduated from Central Connecticut State University in 2015 and it is his eighth season as a professional player. |
| ROMANIA |
| Hamrick number one in Romanian Liga I for round 12 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The 24-year old player had a double-double of 38 points and 10 rebounds, while his team crushed Oradea 2 (#6, 2-8) with 18-point margin 102-84. Rm Valcea II maintains the 2nd position in their group in Romanian Liga I. Rm Valcea II has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the championship title. They improved their record to 9-1. In the team's last game Hamrick had a remarkable 76.2% from 2-point range. He turned to be Rm Valcea II's top player in his first season with the team. Former Portland State University star has very solid stats this year. Hamrick is league's best scorer averaging so far 27.1ppg. Hamrick is in league's top in assists (3rd best: 5.0apg) and averages impressive 71.3% FGP. Worth to mention Hamrick played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped him get the job in pro basketball. The second best player in last round's games was young Mihnea-Tudor Brie (196-C-2001) of Cluj CSU. Brie had a very good evening with a double-double of 26 points and 13 rebounds. Of course he led Cluj CSU to another comfortable win outscoring Gheorgheni (#7, 0-11) 108-68. Cluj CSU's 5th position in Group A has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 4-6 record. Brie is one of the most experienced players at Cluj CSU and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.7ppg (#9). He also registered 11.0 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was forward Andrei Oinaru (203-F/C-2005) of league's top team Phoenix Corona. Oinaru showcased his all-around game by recording 20 points, twenty rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of Phoenix Corona, leading his team to a 126-65 easy win against #4 ranked Brasov in a game of the week. Phoenix Corona have amazing season winning all 10 games without a single defeat in Group A. Oinaru turns to be one of the very best players in the league while he is also a leader of the top team having his eyes on the championship title. Oinaru has a very solid season. In 10 games in Romania he scored 13.5ppg. He also has 7.2rpg and FGP: 59.0%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Sebastian Costeiu (186-G-1999) of Phoenix Corona - 29 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Ajay Singh (199-PF) of Rm Valcea II - 30 points and 5 rebounds 6. Armin Cane (188-PG-1993) of Phoenix Corona - 27 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists 7. Luca Nastrut (193-SG) of Oradea 2 - 26 points and 11 rebounds 8. Tamas Bodo) of Gheorgheni - 21 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Alexandru Hodorac (2004) of Brasov - 30 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Nicolae-Marian Ciuca (200-C-1999) of Rm Valcea II - 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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| Neal's 22 points and 6 rebounds give him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 22 points adding six rebounds and five assists for Oradea in his team's victory, helping them to outclass Constanta (#4, 7-5) with 47-point margin 108-61. Oradea maintains the 2nd position in their group in Romanian league. Oradea has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the championship title. They improved their record to 12-1. Neal turned to be Oradea's top player in his first season with the team. University of Texas at Arlington graduate has very impressive stats this year. Neal is in league's top in assists (3rd best: 7.0apg) and averages solid 51.8% FGP. Worth to mention Neal played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped him get the job in pro basketball. Second best performed player last round was Maurice Watson (178-PG-1993) of Voluntari. He is American guard in his first season at Voluntari. In the last game Watson recorded impressive 18 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists. Bad luck as Voluntari was edged by slightly lower-ranked Steaua B. (#6, 6-7) 88-84. Voluntari managed to keep the same 5th spot in Group B. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 7-6 record is not bad and everything may still change. Watson is a newcomer at Voluntari and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to another Oradea's star - Donatas Tarolis (207-SF-1994). Tarolis scored 24 points and passed four assists. He was another key player of Oradea, helping his team with a 108-61 easy win against #4 ranked Constanta in a game of the week. Many experts and fans count Oradea as a contender for championship title. Another victory and another confirmation that they may be right. Just look at their record: 12 victories and only one lost game. in Group B. Tarolis has a very solid season. In 11 games in Romania he scored 13.4ppg. He also has 4.7rpg and FGP: 72.2%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Monyea Pratt (196-F-1985) of Sibiu - 15 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists 5. Zarko Djuric (198-F-1989) of Steaua B. - 23 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Emanuel Cate (207-C-1997) of Cluj Napoca - 22 points and 9 rebounds 7. Titus Nicoara (203-F-1988) of Steaua B. - 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Shamiel Stevenson (198-SG-1998) of Targu Jiu - 23 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Marius Ciotlaus (195-F-1996) of Galati - 11 points and 11 rebounds 10. Ilija Djokovic (191-PG-1996) of Timisoara - 12 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| APR Basketball Club tabs Rolly Fula Nganga - by Dimitri Chelidze | |
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APR-Basketball-Club (RBL) inked 29-year-old Congolese international 198cm forward Rolly Fula Nganga. Fula Nganga played recently at Bangui in the Central African D1 league. The last season he played at Fukash in the DR Congolese league where in 6 Basketball Africa League games he averaged an impressive 19.2ppg, 8.7rpg, 1.8apg, and 1.2spg. He also represented DR Congo at the Afrobasket Championship six years ago. His stats at that event were 4 games: 7.0ppg, 3.0rpg, FGP: 53.8%, 3PT: 25.0%, FT: 50.0%. Fula Nganga has played previously professionally in Algeria (GS Petroliers) and DR Congo (ASB Mazembe and ASB New Generation). |
| SERBIA |
| Igokea signs coach Vladimir Jovanovic, ex Crvena Zvezda - by Harun Alispahic | |||
He was assistant coach in Serbian Senior National Team between 2020 and 2021 and coached also U20 National Team last year. Jovanovic has coached previously also in Croatia (Cibona). His team made it to the Radivoj Korac (Cup) Semifinals in 2018, 2019 and 2020. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted Eurobasket.com All-Serbian League Co-Coach of the Year back in 2018. |
| Djordje Micic agreed terms with KK Drina Princip Zvornik - by Harun Alispahic | ||||
Micic was a member of Serbian U17 National Team back in 2010. He has played previously professionally also in Slovenia (Petrol Olimpija Ljubljana and LTH Castings) and Bosnia (Capljina, Vogosca, Gradjanski and Spars). His team made it to the Bosnia and Herzegovina Final Four in 2013 and 2016. The scouts decsribe him following way: Djordje Micic is a small forward with good understanding of the game. Micic can cover 1,2 and 3 postion, he is good ball handler, excellent court vision and can creat a lot during the game. Needs consistency in three point shooting, can score in different ways including mismatches on a low post. He is not aggressive defender and not a kind of player who can play full court press, but he reads well the offense and it's hard to beat. Main weakness is a lack of athleticism. |
| KK Drina Princip Zvornik signs Zoran Kupusovic - by Harun Alispahic | |
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KK-Drina-Princip-Zvornik (1. Liga RS) signed 26-year old Serbian point guard Zoran Kupusovic (175cm-70kg-1996). Kupusovic started the season at Radnik Bn Bijeljina. He has played previously for three other teams: Bratunac, Gradjanski and Buducnost Prolab Bijeljina. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he helped his team to make it to the Bosnian 1.Liga RS Semifinals in 2018. |
| Markovic's double-double lands him JLS Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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17-year old forward Bogoljub Markovic (204-F-2005) had an amazing evening in the last round for second-ranked Mega SM and receives a Hoops Agents JLS Player of the Week award for round 11. He had a double-double of 25 points and 10 rebounds, while his team crushed Partizan BG (#9, 4-7) with 20-point margin 96-76. Mega SM is placed at 2nd position in Serbian JLS. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. It's already very far into the season and Mega SM keeps a perfect 8-0 record. In the team's last game Markovic had a remarkable 87.5% from 2-point range. He turned to be Mega SM's top player in his first season with the team. Markovic has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (2nd best: 23.6ppg) and averages solid 1.3bpg and 67.8% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Luka Vukajlovic (190-G-2005) of Sloboda U.. He is a guard in his second season at Sloboda U.. In the last game Vukajlovic recorded impressive 33 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists. Of course Sloboda U. cruised to a 89-81 relatively comfortable win over Konstantin Nis (#12, 0-10). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Sloboda U. keeps 11th position. 9 lost games are too many comparing to just two victories Sloboda U. managed to get this year. Vukajlovic is well-known at Sloboda U. and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 24.4ppg (#1). Third place about best performers goes to Vuk Kovijanic (2004) of Vojvodina NS (#10). Kovijanic showcased his all-around game by recording 25 points, five rebounds and eight assists in the last round. He was a key player of Vojvodina NS, leading his team to a 81-73 win against slightly higher-ranked Spartak (#8, 4-4). Vojvodina NS can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 2-8 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Kovijanic has individually a great season in Serbia. After 10 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 5.6apg (5th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Savo Drezgic (187-G-2006) of Partizan BG - 24 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Vuk Zivanovic (2004) of Radnicki KG - 22 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists 6. Ognjen Romic (204-F/C-2005) of Dynamic BG - 22 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Pavle Backo (208-C-2007) of Sloboda U. - 15 points and 13 rebounds 8. Ognjen Petkovic (2004) of Radnicki KG - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists 9. Borivoj Kojic (198-F-2005) of Spartak - 22 points and 9 rebounds 10. Luka Draskovic (2004) of Konstantin Nis - 18 points, 6 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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| Morgan number one in Serbia KLS for round 17 - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 29-year old player had a double-double of 26 points and 13 rebounds, while his team in a lost game to Spartak (#5, 11-6) 86-90. Zdravlje moved-up to the 13th position in Serbian KLS. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 12 games and recorded just five victories. In the team's last game Morgan had a remarkable 80.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be Zdravlje's top player in his first season with the team. Former Adelphi University star has very solid stats this year. Morgan is in league's top in points (7th best: 15.6ppg) and averages impressive 2.5spg and 61.1% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Croatian Andrija Jelavic (207-F-2004, agency: BeoBasket) of OKK Beograd. Jelavic had a very good evening with a double-double of 21 points and 12 rebounds. Of course he led OKK Beograd to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Dunav SB (#15, 5-12) 108-74. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. But OKK Beograd 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 8-9 record. Jelavic is a newcomer at OKK Beograd, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was forward Aleksa Ilic (207-PF-2000) of Sloboda U. (#11). Ilic scored 20 points and grabbed fourteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Ilic's great performance Sloboda U. lost 65-80 to the higher-ranked Vrsac (#6, 10-7). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Sloboda U. not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 11 games, recording just six victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Ilic could try to bring Sloboda U.'s a little bit higher in the standings. Ilic has a very solid season. In 17 games in Serbia he scored 11.9ppg. He also has 4.9rpg and FGP: 61.6%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Stefan Matovic (203-SF-1991) of Sloga KR - 18 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Mladen Pantic (209-C-1982) of Cacak 94 - 20 points and 9 rebounds 6. Dusan Radosavljevic (201-F-2001) of Mladost ZE - 23 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists 7. Nikola Kostic (197-F-1996) of Dynamic VP - 24 points and 3 rebounds 8. Stefan Simic (198-F/G-1996) of Vrsac - 15 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists 9. Jordon Talley (185-PG-1995) of Novi Pazar - 20 points and 8 assists 10. Zoran Paunovic (200-F-2000) of Sloga KR - 18 points, 3 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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| JLS Round 11 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News | ||
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JLS is at the halfway of the Regular Season and there are still another 11 rounds left. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. JLS round 11 caused change at the leadership position. First defeat of league's leader Borac Cacak (8-1) against leader Crvena Zvezda (9-0) 61-54 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Borac Cacak. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Crvena Zvezda forced 24 Borac Cacak turnovers. Guard Relja Radovanovic (185-2005) orchestrated the victory by scoring 10 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Lazar Gagic (195-2005) contributed with 12 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Forward Pavle Nikolic (200-2005) answered with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds for Borac Cacak. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Undefeated Crvena Zvezda have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader. Borac Cacak at the other side dropped to the third place with one game lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Crvena Zvezda. Borac Cacak will play next round against Sloboda U. trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Crvena Zvezda will try to continue on its current victory against ninth ranked Partizan BG. It will be extra interesting game as Partizan BG is their local rival from Beograd. Important game to mention about took place in Beograd. Fourth ranked Dynamic BG (7-4) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 5th ranked Zitko Basket (5-4) 74-71 in the game for the fourth place. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Zitko Basket. It was a great evening for power forward Ognjen Romic (204-2005) who led his team to a victory scoring 22 points and 8 rebounds. Aleksa Ristic helped adding 13 points and 7 assists. Forward Aleksandar Mitrovic (204-2004) responded with 14 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals. Dynamic BG maintains fourth place with 7-4 record. Newly promoted Zitko Basket keeps the fifth position with four games lost. Dynamic BG will play against league's second-placed Mega SM in Sremska Mitrovica in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Zitko Basket will play at home against Vojvodina NS and hopes to get back on the winning track. Bottom-ranked Konstantin Nis is still unable to win any game. This time they lost on the road their tenth consecutive match to eleventh ranked Sloboda U. (2-9) 89-81 on Sunday evening. It was an exceptional evening for Luka Vukajlovic who led the winners and scored 33 points (!!!) and 4 assists. Sloboda U.'s coach Vladimir Maric used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Luka Draskovic came up with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists for Konstantin Nis in the defeat. Sloboda U. maintains eleventh place with 2-9 record. Konstantin Nis lost their tenth game in a row. They still close the standings with ten games lost. Sloboda U. will meet at home higher ranked Borac Cacak (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Konstantin Nis will play against Radnicki KG (#6) in Kragujevac and hope to get finally their first victory. There were no big surprises in other games of round 11: Partizan BG lost to undefeated Mega SM on the road 76-96. Radnicki KG destroyed Joker S. on its own court 90-66. Vojvodina NS managed to outperform Spartak in Novi Sad 81-73. The most impressive performance of 11th round was 25 points, 5 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals by Vuk Kovijanic of Vojvodina NS. Dynamic BG - Zitko Basket 74-71 Important game to mention about took place in Beograd. Fourth ranked Dynamic BG (7-4) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 5th ranked Zitko Basket (5-4) 74-71 in the game for the fourth place. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Zitko Basket. Dynamic BG had a 32-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. Dynamic BG brought some defensive toughness making 8 blocks. It was a great evening for power forward Ognjen Romic (204-2005) who led his team to a victory scoring 22 points and 8 rebounds. Swingman Aleksa Ristic (192-2005) helped adding 13 points and 7 assists. Forward Aleksandar Mitrovic (204-2004) responded with 14 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals and swingman Marko Djordjevic (193-2004) scored 16 points and 7 rebounds. Four Zitko Basket players scored in double figures. Dynamic BG maintains fourth place with 7-4 record. Newly promoted Zitko Basket keeps the fifth position with four games lost. Dynamic BG will play against league's second-placed Mega SM in Sremska Mitrovica in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Zitko Basket will play at home against Vojvodina NS and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Zitko Basket: D.Marko 16+7reb+1ast, M.Aleksandar 14+9reb+4ast, O.Djordje 11+2ast, O.Aleksej 11+11reb+2ast, M.Aleksa 8+4reb+1ast, D.Luka 7+4reb Dynamic BG: R.Ognjen 22+8reb+2ast, R.Aleksa 13+3reb+7ast, M.Filip 12+5reb+1ast, B.Vukasin 8+5reb+1ast, V.Uros 6+6reb, D.Janko 5+1reb+1ast Mega SM - Partizan BG 96-76 No shocking result in a game when leader Mega SM (8-0) crushed 8th ranked Partizan BG (4-7) in Sremska Mitrovica 96-76 on Sunday. Mega SM forced 20 Partizan BG turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Partizan BG's players. It was an exceptional evening for forward Bogoljub Markovic (204-2005) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. Forward Asim Djulovic (198-2005) accounted for 21 points for the winning side. Four Mega SM players scored in double figures. Guard Savo Drezgic (187-2006) came up with 24 points and 4 assists and power forward Stefan Plisnic (207-2006) added 12 points and 12 rebounds respectively for Partizan BG in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the eighth consecutive win for Mega SM. Defending champion moved-up to second place. Partizan BG lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the ninth position with seven games lost. Mega SM will meet at home Dynamic BG (#4) in the next round. Partizan BG's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Beograd to the arena Crvena Zvezda. Top scorers: Partizan BG: D.Savo 24+2reb+4ast, B.Bojan 14+1reb, P.Stefan 12+12reb+1ast, T.Matija 9+5reb+1ast, D.Aleksa 7+5reb+1ast, M.Mladen 4+5reb+1ast Mega SM: M.Bogoljub 25+10reb+6ast, D.Asim 21+4reb+3ast, D.Danilo 18+2reb, K.Urban 14+4reb+6ast, S.Abdramane 8+7reb+2ast, M.Andrej 7+2reb+5ast Crvena Zvezda - Borac Cacak 61-54 JLS round 11 caused change at the leadership position. First defeat of league's leader Borac Cacak (8-1) against leader Crvena Zvezda (9-0) 61-54 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Borac Cacak. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Crvena Zvezda forced 24 Borac Cacak turnovers. Guard Relja Radovanovic (185-2005) orchestrated the victory by scoring 10 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Lazar Gagic (195-2005) contributed with 12 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Forward Pavle Nikolic (200-2005) answered with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds and guard Djordje Curcic-M (194-2005) added 9 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists in the effort for Borac Cacak. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Crvena Zvezda have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader. Borac Cacak at the other side dropped to the third place with one game lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Crvena Zvezda. Borac Cacak will play next round against Sloboda U. trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Crvena Zvezda will try to continue on its current victory against ninth ranked Partizan BG. It will be extra interesting game as Partizan BG is their local rival from Beograd. Top scorers: Borac Cacak: P.Konstantin 12+4reb, N.Pavle 11+10reb+1ast, C.Djordje 9+5reb+6ast, M.Veljko 7+3reb, M.Matija 6+4reb+4ast, E.Dusan 4+1reb+1ast Crvena Zvezda: G.Lazar 12+5reb+1ast, R.Relja 10+5reb+7ast, A.Petar 10+3reb, L.Strahinja 7+3reb, N.Djordje 5+3reb, D.Aleksa 5+3reb Sloboda U. - Konstantin Nis 89-81 Bottom-ranked Konstantin Nis is still unable to win any game. This time they lost on the road their tenth consecutive match to eleventh ranked Sloboda U. (2-9) 89-81 on Sunday evening. Sloboda U. looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. It was an exceptional evening for guard Luka Vukajlovic (190-2005) who led the winners and scored 33 points (!!!) and 4 assists. Center Pavle Backo (208-2007) accounted for 15 points and 13 rebounds for the winning side. Sloboda U.'s coach Vladimir Maric used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Luka Draskovic (-2004) came up with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and guard Aleksa Markovic (185-2005) added 23 points and 4 assists respectively for Konstantin Nis in the defeat. Sloboda U. maintains eleventh place with 2-9 record. Konstantin Nis lost their tenth game in a row. They still close the standings with ten games lost. Sloboda U. will meet at home higher ranked Borac Cacak (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Konstantin Nis will play against Radnicki KG (#6) in Kragujevac and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Konstantin Nis: M.Aleksa 23+2reb+4ast, D.Luka 18+6reb+7ast, P.Ilija 11+7reb, S.Matija 8+4reb+3ast, P.Danilo 7+6reb, P.Nikola 6+1reb Sloboda U.: V.Luka 33+4reb+4ast, B.Pavle 15+13reb+1ast, D.Bojan 13+3reb+1ast, K.Nemanja 8+3reb+2ast, M.Slobodan 5+10reb+9ast, J.Vasilije 5+4reb+7ast Radnicki KG - Joker S. 90-66 There was a minor upset when 6th ranked Joker S. (5-6) was smashed by ninth ranked Radnicki KG (5-6) in Kragujevac 90-66 on Sunday. Radnicki KG forced 19 Joker S. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Vuk Zivanovic (-2004) who led the winners and scored 22 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Ognjen Petkovic (-2004) accounted for 21 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side. Four Radnicki KG players scored in double figures. Veljko Kovacevic (-2005) came up with 18 points and 5 rebounds and Luka Markovic (-2006) added 11 points and 10 rebounds respectively for Joker S. 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. Radnicki KG moved-up to sixth place, which they share with defeated Joker S. Radnicki KG will meet at home bottom-ranked Konstantin Nis (#12) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Joker S. will play against Spartak (#8) in Subotica and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Joker S.: K.Veljko 18+5reb+1ast, M.Luka 11+10reb+3ast, K.Matija 9+5reb+7ast, M.Lazar 8+3reb+1ast, B.Jagos 7+3reb+2ast, V.Uros 6+1reb Radnicki KG: Z.Vuk 22+8reb+7ast, P.Ognjen 21+6reb+6ast, R.Andrija 16+8reb+2ast, K.Andrej 15+3reb+1ast, P.Predrag 7+4reb+3ast, V.Janko 4+5reb Spartak - Vojvodina NS 73-81 There was a small surprise when eleventh ranked Vojvodina NS (2-8) won against 8th ranked Spartak (4-4) in Subotica 81-73 on Monday. It was an exceptional evening for Vuk Kovijanic (-2004) who led the winners and scored 25 points, 5 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Marko Vuckovic (-2005) accounted for 20 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. Forward Borivoj Kojic (198-2005) came up with 22 points and 9 rebounds and swingman Dusan Cicic (191-2004) added 20 points respectively for Spartak in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Vojvodina NS moved-up to tenth place. Newly promoted Spartak keeps the eighth position with four games lost. Vojvodina NS will meet higher ranked Zitko Basket (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Spartak will play against Joker S. and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Spartak: K.Borivoj 22+9reb, C.Dusan 20+3reb+2ast, B.Martin 13+5reb+6ast, J.Mihajlo 11+5reb, R.Vuk 5+6reb+5ast, P.Vladimir 2+9reb Vojvodina NS: K.Vuk 25+5reb+8ast, V.Marko 20+9reb, P.Milan 12+6reb, G.Mihajlo 12+1reb, M.Stefan 6+4reb+1ast, M.Mateja 5+2reb |
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| Padgett's double-double lands him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had a double-double of 22 points and 10 rebounds, while his team edged out Iskra Svit (#5, 8-9) 79-75. Levice maintains the 2nd position in Slovakian league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Levice will need more victories to improve their 12-5 record. Padgett turned to be Levice's top player in his first season with the team. James Padgett averages just after two games 13.0ppg and 6.0rpg. Second best performed player last round was TJ Atwood (198-G/F-1997) of Iskra Svit. He is American swingman in his first season at Iskra Svit. In the last game Atwood recorded impressive double-double of 23 points and 13 rebounds. Bad luck as Iskra Svit was edged by the higher-ranked Levice (#2, 12-5) 79-75. This loss caused Iskra Svit to drop to 5th position in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 8-9 record. Atwood is a newcomer at Iskra Svit and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to another Iskra Svit's star - guard Tavon King (180-PG-1997). King showcased his all-around game by recording 19 points, eight rebounds and nine assists in the last round. He was another key player of Iskra Svit, helping his team with a 91-69 easy win against slightly lower-ranked Komarno (#6, 7-10). The chances of Iskra Svit ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 9 games, recording just eight victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, King could help Iskra Svit to bring them higher in the standings. King has a great season in Slovakia. After 16 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 21.0ppg (3rd best) and assists with 4.7apg (5th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Kayo Goncalves (203-F-1999) of Iskra Svit - 26 points and 8 rebounds 5. Viktor Juricek (211-C/F-1993) of Spisski Rytieri - 21 points and 8 rebounds 6. Tyrik Armstrong (178-PG) of Lucenec - 19 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Lautaro Lopez (189-PG-1999) of Spisski Rytieri - 19 points, 2 rebounds and 6 assists 8. Goran Bulatovic (186-PG-1988) of Inter Bratislava - 11 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists 9. Jamari Wheeler (185-G-1997) of Prievidza - 18 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Luka Gasic (195-F/G-1998) of Komarno - 21 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| 1 Liga Round 8 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News | ||
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1 Liga is at the halfway of the Regular Season and there are still another 8 rounds left. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Second defeat of league's leader Nitra (7-2) against fifth ranked Academic Zilina (5-3) 119-73 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Nitra. Academic Zilina have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 5-3 record. Nitra at the other side dropped to the second place with two games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Slovakia PB. Nitra will play next round against Levoca trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Academic Zilina will try to continue on its current victory against third ranked Ziar/Hronom in Ziar nad Hronom. The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Slovakia PB as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Slovakia PB smashed 6th ranked Junior Patrioti in Povazska Bystrica 90-53. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Junior Patrioti. As mentioned above they took over a top position. Newly promoted Junior Patrioti dropped to the seventh place with five games lost. Junior Patrioti will play next round against Trencin trying to get back on the winning streak. Slovakia PB will try to continue on its current victory against sixth ranked Slavia K. at Kosice. Bottom-ranked Levoca is still unable to win any game. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their eighth consecutive match to seventh ranked Slavia K. (3-6) 72-70 on Sunday evening. Slavia K. moved-up to sixth place. Loser Levoca still closes the standings with eight games lost. Slavia K. will meet at home league's leader Slovakia PB in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Levoca will play against the league's second-placed Nitra (#2) and hopes to get finally their first victory. In the last game of round 8 Trencin was smashed by Iskra 2 on the road 100-60. Iskra 2 - Trencin 100-60 No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Iskra 2 (6-3) crushed 8th ranked Trencin (1-7) in Svit 100-60 on Sunday. Newly promoted Iskra 2 maintains fourth position with 6-3 record. Trencin at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the eighth place with seven games lost. Iskra 2 will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Trencin will play against Junior Patrioti (#7) in Levice and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Slovakia PB - Junior Patrioti 90-53 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Slovakia PB as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Slovakia PB smashed 6th ranked Junior Patrioti in Povazska Bystrica 90-53. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Junior Patrioti. As mentioned above they took over a top position. Newly promoted Junior Patrioti dropped to the seventh place with five games lost. Junior Patrioti will play next round against Trencin trying to get back on the winning streak. Slovakia PB will try to continue on its current victory against sixth ranked Slavia K. at Kosice. Levoca - Slavia K. 70-72 Bottom-ranked Levoca is still unable to win any game. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their eighth consecutive match to seventh ranked Slavia K. (3-6) 72-70 on Sunday evening. Slavia K. moved-up to sixth place. Loser Levoca still closes the standings with eight games lost. Slavia K. will meet at home league's leader Slovakia PB in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Levoca will play against the league's second-placed Nitra (#2) and hopes to get finally their first victory. Academic Zilina - Nitra 119-73 Second defeat of league's leader Nitra (7-2) against fifth ranked Academic Zilina (5-3) 119-73 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Nitra. Academic Zilina have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 5-3 record. Nitra at the other side dropped to the second place with two games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Slovakia PB. Nitra will play next round against Levoca trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Academic Zilina will try to continue on its current victory against third ranked Ziar/Hronom in Ziar nad Hronom. |
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| Lovro Urbiha gets MVP of the Week award for Slovenian 2SKL - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Talented Lovro Urbiha (204-F/C-2003, agency: PEPI SPORT) had a very impressive game in the last round for league's leader Triglav and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents 2SKL Player of the Week award for round 15. The 19-year old power forward had the game-high 32 points adding six rebounds and two assists for Triglav in his team's victory, helping them to beat Jance (#3, 9-4) 91-76. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Triglav to consolidate first place in the Slovenian 2SKL. Triglav have a solid 12-2 record. In the team's last game Urbiha had a remarkable six three-pointers out of 12 attempts. He has many years of experience at Triglav, through which he has constantly improved. Lovro Urbiha averages this season 14.9ppg and 7.4rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young center Nejc Buda (211-C-1991) of Celje. Buda impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 23 points and 10 rebounds. Bad luck as Celje lost that game 77-83 to the higher-ranked Litija (#7, 6-7). Celje are still at the very bottom. 13 lost games are too many comparing to just one victory Celje managed to get this year. Buda is one of the most experienced players at Celje and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. The third best performed player last round was Jaka Stemberger (201-C-1992) of Litija (#7). Stemberger scored 19 points and grabbed thirteen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Litija, leading his team to a 72-52 easy win against slightly higher-ranked Jezica (#6, 9-5). The chances of Litija ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 7 games, recording just six victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Stemberger could help Litija to bring them higher in the standings. Stemberger has a great season in Slovenia. After 10 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.5ppg (4th best) and rebounds with 9.8rpg (3rd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Andraz Rogelja (189-PG-1995) of Portoroz - 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Jost Flerin (195-PG-2003) of Sezana - 15 points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists 6. Tim Skerbec (200-PF-1993) of Portoroz - 23 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Zan Petejan (196-C-1995) of Nova Gorica - 18 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Ziga Erculj (182-PG-1986) of Slovan - 18 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists 9. Matic Lamut (2003) of Slovan - 20 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Jure Prus (184-G-1996) of Troti - 16 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Luke's double-double lands him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He got a double-double of 15 points and 20 assists, while his team beat Sentjur (#4, 7-7) 92-78. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Helios Suns maintains the 2nd position in Slovenian league. They are still close to the very top. Helios Suns would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 12-2 record. In the team's last game Luke had a remarkable three three-pointers out of 7 attempts. He turned to be Helios Suns' top player in his first season with the team. Belmont University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Luke is league's best passer with 7.8apg. Luke is in league's top in and averages solid 62.1% FGP and 44.0% from behind 3-point line. Second best performed player last round was Adrio Bailey (197-F-1997) of Zlatorog. He is American forward in his first season at Zlatorog. In the last game Bailey recorded impressive double-double of 24 points and 14 rebounds. It was enough for Zlatorog to edge the higher-ranked Sencur Gor. (#3, 7-7) by 1 point 92-91. Zlatorog's 9th position in the standings has not changed. 10 lost games are too many comparing to just four victories Zlatorog managed to get this year. Bailey is a newcomer at Zlatorog and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 15.3ppg (#5). He also registered 7.8 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to center Aleksandr Shashkov (211-C-2000) of Ilirija (#8). Shashkov scored 17 points and grabbed fourteen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Ilirija, leading his team to a 78-61 easy win against the higher-ranked Rogaska (#5, 7-7). The chances of Ilirija not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 9 games, recording just five victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Shashkov could try to bring Ilirija's a little bit higher in the standings. Shashkov has individually a great season in Slovenia. After only 7 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 6.6rpg (9th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Tim Tomazic (197-F-1999) of Sentjur - 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Matej Cibej (180-PG-2002) of LTH Castings - 27 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Dennis Tunstall (206-F-1997) of Helios Suns - 24 points and 2 rebounds 7. Jure Pelko (189-G-1990) of Hopsi Polzela - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 8. Lovro Buljevic (211-F/C-1998) of Helios Suns - 19 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Nace Frelih (204-C-2002) of LTH Castings - 14 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Luka Voncina (193-G-1991) of Ilirija - 8 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| U20 League Round 4 (Second Stage): Derby game ends with Jance's defeat of Ilirija - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Ljubljana: Jance (#7) and Ilirija (#6). Jance (1-2) won against visiting Ilirija (0-2) 82-77. Jance left bottom position moving up to fifth place, which they share with Krka. Ilirija at the other side still closes the standings with two games lost. Jance is looking forward to face Krka (#6) in Novo Mesto in the next round. Ilirija will play at home against Sezana and hopes to get finally their first victory. U20 League top team - Helios Suns (4-0) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat fifth ranked Krka (1-2) in Novo Mesto 89-76. Helios Suns have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-0 record. Krka at the other side keeps the fifth place with two games lost. They share the position with Jance. Helios Suns will play against league's second-placed Slovan in Ljubljana in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Krka will play on the road against Jance in Ljubljana and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Bottom-ranked Sezana is still unable to win any game. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. This time they lost on the road their fourth consecutive match to fourth ranked Slovan (3-1) 86-67 on Sunday evening. Slovan have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Loser Sezana still closes the standings with four games lost. Slovan will meet league's leader Helios Suns in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Sezana will play against Ilirija (#7) in Ljubljana and looks forward to get finally their first victory. Krka - Helios Suns 76-89 U20 League top team - Helios Suns (4-0) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat fifth ranked Krka (1-2) in Novo Mesto 89-76. Helios Suns have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-0 record. Krka at the other side keeps the fifth place with two games lost. They share the position with Jance. Helios Suns will play against league's second-placed Slovan in Ljubljana in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Krka will play on the road against Jance in Ljubljana and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Slovan - Sezana 86-67 Bottom-ranked Sezana is still unable to win any game. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. This time they lost on the road their fourth consecutive match to fourth ranked Slovan (3-1) 86-67 on Sunday evening. Slovan have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Loser Sezana still closes the standings with four games lost. Slovan will meet league's leader Helios Suns in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Sezana will play against Ilirija (#7) in Ljubljana and looks forward to get finally their first victory. Jance - Ilirija 82-77 The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Ljubljana: Jance (#7) and Ilirija (#6). Jance (1-2) won against visiting Ilirija (0-2) 82-77. Jance left bottom position moving up to fifth place, which they share with Krka. Ilirija at the other side still closes the standings with two games lost. Jance is looking forward to face Krka (#6) in Novo Mesto in the next round. Ilirija will play at home against Sezana and hopes to get finally their first victory. |
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| Pinoy imports triumphant in KBL 3x3 All-Star Game - by Eurobasket News |
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Filipino imports showed their class in the 2023 KBL 3x3 All-Star Game, beating Team KBL 13-7 on Sunday at the Suwon KT Arena. Anyang KGC forward Rhenz Abando led the way for the Filipinos, with his dunk at the buzzer putting the finishing touches on the win. He teamed up with Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus guard Rhon Jhay Abarrientos (181-G-1999) and Daegu KOGAS Pegasus guard SJ Belangel in the event. Rhon Jhay Abarrientos pushed the Filipinos ahead, 7-4, and Belangel's layup made it 11-7 to set the stage for Abando's game-winner. Team KBL was composed of: Kim Sun-hyung (Seoul SK Knights), Byun Jun-hyung (Anyang KGC), and Lee Jung-Hyun (190-SF-1999) (Goyang Carrot Jumpers). The event was one of the highlights of the KBL All-Star festivities, which also saw Abando win the Slam Dunk Contest. Rhon Jhay Abarrientos competed in the Three-Point Shootout and in the All-Star Game. Courtesy of: news.abs-cbn.com |
| Rhenz Abando captures slam dunk crown in 2023 KBL All-Star - by Eurobasket News |
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Rhenz Abando (188-SG-1998) gave the Korean Basketball League fans a treat as he showcased his high-flying abilities to rule the slam dunk contest in the 2023 KBL All-Star on Sunday, January 15 at the Suwon KT Arena. Abando, who plays for the league-leading Anyang KGC, brought the crowd to its feet with an array of explosive dunks, including a two-handed baseline alley-oop slam off an assist by his fellow Filipino import Rhon Jhay Abarrientos (181-G-1999) and a forceful two-handed 360 jam, among others. He bested Suwon KT Sonicboom's Ha-Yun-gi, Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus' Jin-Soo Choi (202-C/F-1989, college: Maryland), and Goyang Carrot Jumpers' Park Jin-cheol to bring home the KRW2 million (P88,000) cash prize. Aside from the dunk contest, Abando also emerged victorious in the 3x3 event, alongside Ulsan's Rhon Jhay Abarrientos and Daegu KOGAS Pegasus' SJ Belangel. The Philippine trio defeated Anyang's Byeon Jun-hyeong, Goyang's Lee Jung-Hyun (190-SF-1999)n, and Seoul SK Knights' Kim Sun-hyung, 13-7. It was not the same case for Rhon Jhay Abarrientos, however, in the KBL All-Star Game as his Team Heo Ung bowed to Team Lee Dae-sung, 122-117. Rhon Jhay Abarrientos, who also participated in the three-point shootout where he failed to advance after putting up just 13 points, only tallied 3 markers, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists in 14 minutes of play in the mid-season spectacle. Courtesy of: rappler.com |
| Dae-Sung Lee Team celebrate victory in 2023 KBL All-Star Game - by Eurobasket News |
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Dae-Sung Lee Team overcame Team Heo Ung 122-117 to celebrate victory at the 2023 KBL All-Star Game. Yoongi Ha (203-C-1999) came up with 28 points for the winners. He was named the MVP. Team Dae-Sung Lee claimed a 80-51 halftime lead. They withheld a comeback effort from their opponents in the second half to race to the win. Kwan-Hee Lee (190-G-1988) tossed in 19 points for the winning side. Seonghyen Jeon (190-G-1991) responded with 29 points for Team Hero Ung.
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| Trieste signs Emanuel Terry, ex Seoul Thunders - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu | ||||
Terry is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in France (Entente Orleans 45), Israel (Hapoel Jerusalem), Serbia (Crvena Zvezda), Turkey (Bandirma), NBA (Miami Terryat, Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings), NBA G League (Sioux Falls Skyforce, Stockton Kings, Cleveland Charge and Ontario Clippers) and NBA Summer League (Orlando Magic, OKC Thunder, Sacramento Kings). His team won SAC Tournament in 2016 and 2018. He was voted to Turkish League All-Star Game back in 2020. Terry graduated from Lincoln Memorial University in 2018 and it is his fifth season as a professional player. |
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| Real Betis tab Tyson Perez - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu | ||||
He has played previously for four other teams: Andorra, Casvi, Real Canoe and Betanzos. Among many awards he played in the final of Spanish Catalonian League in 2020. Perez was also voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LEB Gold Domestic Player of the Year back in 2019. |
| Spanish EBA round 14 best performance: Ryan Nicholas - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 31-year old player was the main contributor (33 points, six rebounds) to his team's victory, helping them to outclass, the league's bottom-ranked team Agora Portals (#14, 0-12) with 74-point margin 136-62. Llucmajor maintains the 3rd position in their group in Spanish EBA. They are still close to the very top. Llucmajor would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 10-2 record. In the team's last game Nicholas had a remarkable 83.3% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Ryan Nicholas averages this season 11.9ppg. The second best player in last round's games was young American Cordell Pemsl (203-F/C-1997) of Cantbasket. Pemsl had a very good evening with a double-double of 25 points and 18 rebounds. Of course Cantbasket cruised to a 75-67 relatively comfortable win over slightly higher-ranked Easo (#5, 8-5). This victory allowed Cantbasket to move up to 7th position in A-A. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 6-7 record. Pemsl is a newcomer at Cantbasket, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 22.2ppg (#2). He also registered 12.2 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was center Axel Bello (196-C-2001) of La Matanza (#7). Bello scored 25 points and grabbed sixteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Bello's great performance La Matanza lost 63-78 to the higher-ranked Estudiantes B (#3, 8-4). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing La Matanza needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams in B-B. Their record is 6 victories and 6 lost games. Bello has a very solid season. In 12 games in Spain he scored 13.0ppg. He also has 8.8rpg and FGP: 63.9%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Juan Toledo (190-SG-1996) of Archena - 23 points and 12 rebounds 5. Ousmane Ndour) of Tarragona - 25 points and 15 rebounds 6. Antoni Vicens (204-C-1990) of Llucmajor - 25 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Carlos Galan (201-F/C-2002) of Cimbis - 26 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Kalei Carter (204-PF-1996) of CAM E.Soler 2 - 28 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Guillermo Gonzalez (188-G-1998) of Guadalajara - 26 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Imanol Artinano (203-F-1995) of Santurtzi - 22 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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| Djedovic's double-double lands him LEB Silver Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had a double-double of 25 points and 12 rebounds, while his team edged out Real Canoe (6-10) 101-98. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings in West. Moron is placed at 10th position in Spanish LEB Silver. Moron is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 6-10 record. In the team's last game Djedovic had a remarkable 60.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be Moron's top player in his first season with the team. Nedim Djedovic averages this season 14.2ppg and 6.3rpg. Second best performed player last round was Jorge Parra (192-F-1998) of Real Canoe. He is a forward in his second season at Real Canoe. In the last game Parra recorded impressive 38 points. Bad luck as Real Canoe was edged by slightly higher-ranked Moron (6-10) 101-98. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the top position in West. Real Canoe dropped in the standings to 12th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 6-10 record. Parra is well-known at Real Canoe and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.9ppg (#2). He also registered 4.1 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to center Gullit Mukendi (203-C-1996, agency: Promo Sport ID) of La Roda (#8). Mukendi scored 23 points. He was a key player of La Roda, leading his team to a 90-72 easy win against the lower-ranked Talavera (#13, 4-12). La Roda needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in West. Their record at this point is 8 victories and 8 lost games. Mukendi has a very solid season. In 16 games in Spain he scored 8.4ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Oscar Ngomo (201-F/C-1990) of Salou - 15 points and 10 rebounds 5. Dan Duscak (185-PG-2002) of Gran Canaria 2 - 17 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists 6. Daniel Lorenzo (181-PG-1993) of Real Canoe - 17 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists 7. Dejan Ilincic (211-PF-1999) of Mollet - 17 points and 14 rebounds 8. Josip Popic (209-C-1998) of Menorca - 13 points and 10 rebounds 9. Edwin Jackson (190-SG-1989) of Menorca - 24 points and 4 rebounds 10. Sebastian Mignani (185-G-1990) of Moron - 27 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Wintering's 23 points give him Hoops Agents LEB Gold Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 23 points adding four rebounds and four assists for Palencia in his team's victory, helping them to beat Coruna (#9, 9-7) 89-82. It allowed Palencia to consolidate first place in the Spanish LEB Gold. Palencia has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the championship title. They improved their record to 15-1. In the team's last game Wintering had a remarkable 60.0% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Alec Wintering averages this season 11.7ppg. Second best performed player last round was Michael Carrera (196-F-1993, agency: BIG) of Lleida. He is Venezuelan forward in his first season at Lleida. In the last game Carrera recorded impressive double-double of 29 points and 11 rebounds. Bad luck as Lleida lost that game 74-80 to the lower-ranked Iraurgi SB (#18, 3-13). This loss caused Lleida to drop to 5th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 11-5 record is not bad and everything may still change. Carrera is a newcomer at Lleida and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.3ppg (#1). He also registered 9.5 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to center Bamba Fall (215-C-1986, agency: Players Group) of Melilla (#16). Fall scored 20 points and grabbed five rebounds. Despite Fall's great performance Melilla lost 85-92 to Caceres (4-12). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Melilla can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 4-12 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Fall has a very solid season. In 16 games in Spain he scored 8.9ppg. He also has 5.1rpg, 1.2bpg and FGP: 63.7%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Melwin Pantzar (190-PG-2000) of Valladolid - 16 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Rafael Luz (186-PG-1992) of Andorra - 17 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists 6. Guillermo Mulero (191-G/F-1997) of Melilla - 17 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Vaidas Cepukaitis (207-C/F-1989) of Caceres - 14 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Rasid Mahalbasic (210-C-1990) of Burgos - 21 points and 6 rebounds 9. Felipe Dos Anjos (218-C-1998) of Andorra - 12 points and 10 rebounds 10. Kevin Bercy (201-F-1994) of Caceres - 17 points and 5 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Stats Leaders - Basketligan |
| Basketligan Round 24 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The biggest surprise of round 24 in Basketligan was guest Jamtland's (14-5) road victory over Norrkoping (#4) 83-79 on Monday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Norrkoping. Jamtland made 26-of-31 free shots (83.9 percent) during the game. 24 personal fouls committed by Norrkoping helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American point guard CJ Jackson (185-1996, college: Ohio St., agency: Blacktop Management) who scored 14 points and 4 assists. The other American import guard Landrius Horton (193-1998, college: Columbus St.) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds. Jamtland's coach Adnan Cuk used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international Adam Ramstedt (206-1995) who recorded 20 points and 7 rebounds. Jamtland have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Defending champion Norrkoping keeps the fourth position with six games lost. Jamtland are looking forward to face Uppsala (#9) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Norrkoping will play against Sodertalje (#7) and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Boras. First ranked Boras faced second-best Umea. Host Boras (17-3) defeated guests from Umea (14-6) 102-87. It was a good game for American Christopher McKnight (201-1987, college: Akron) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Bodie Hume contributed with 26 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. The former international point guard Gustav Hansson (185-1995) replied with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 assists for Umea. Umea's coach Boris Balibrea rotated ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Boras have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 17-3 record. Umea at the other side dropped to the third place with six games lost. Boras will play against BC Lulea (#5) on the road in the next round. Umea will play against Nassjo and hopes to get back on the winning track. Bottom-ranked Fryshuset (0-18) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 73-57 loss to eighth ranked Koping Stars (8-12) in Koping on Friday evening. Worth to mention a great performance of KeShawn Curry who helped to win the game recording 18 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals. Koping Stars' coach Torbjorn Gehrke used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was Miki Novovic with 16 points and 8 rebounds. Koping Stars maintains eighth position with 8-12 record, which they share with Uppsala. Loser Fryshuset still closes the standings. Koping Stars will meet at home Kalmar (#10) in the next round. Fryshuset will have a break next round. Rest of the games of round 24 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Sodertalje was crushed by Jamtland in Ostersund 101-68. Kalmar was smashed by Uppsala at home 67-105. BC Lulea lost to Nassjo on the opponent's court 76-91. Kalmar was outscored by BC Lulea in a home game 79-98. Jamtland - Sodertalje 101-68 There was no surprise in Ostersund where 6th ranked Sodertalje (9-11) was crushed by third ranked Jamtland (14-5) 101-68 on Thursday. Jamtland made 24-of-29 free shots (82.8 percent) during the game, while Sodertalje only scored eight points from the stripe. They outrebounded Sodertalje 37-21 including a 26-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Jamtland looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Sodertalje's players. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized American power forward RT Guinn (208-1981, college: Baylor) who helped to win the game recording 15 points and 9 rebounds and American guard Landrius Horton (193-1998, college: Columbus St.) who added 16 points during the contest. Jamtland's coach Adnan Cuk felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was American point guard Josh Sharkey (175-1997, college: Samford) with 17 points and 6 assists and his fellow American import point guard Walt Kelser (183, college: Ferris St.) scored 19 points. Five Jamtland and four Sodertalje players scored in double figures. Jamtland have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Loser Sodertalje dropped to the seventh position with 11 games lost. Jamtland will meet Uppsala (#9) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Sodertalje will play against Norrkoping and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Sodertalje: W.Kelser 19+2ast, J.Sharkey 17+4reb+6ast, L.Radosavljevic 13+3reb, E.Polite Jr. 10+3reb+1ast, M.Pahlmblad 4+2reb+2ast, M.Teodor 3+1reb Jamtland: L.Horton 16+4reb+3ast, P.Hampton 16+3reb+1ast, R.Guinn 15+9reb+1ast, A.Smith 13+7reb, D.Johansson 11+5reb+3ast, C.Jackson 10+3reb+7ast Kalmar - Uppsala 67-105 The game between closely ranked teams ended with ninth ranked Uppsala's (8-12) road victory over 10th ranked Kalmar (3-18) 105-67 on Friday. Uppsala looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Lukas Friberg (190-1995) who helped to win the game recording 19 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and Niklas Larsson (199-1994) who added 14 points and 7 assists during the contest. Five Uppsala players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was point guard Sebastian Sjoberg (186-2000) with 9 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists and American Cameron DeLaney (193-1995, college: SHSU) scored 14 points and 6 rebounds. Uppsala moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Koping Stars. Kalmar lost seventh consecutive game. Kalmar at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the tenth position with 18 games lost. Uppsala will meet at home league's second-placed Jamtland in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Kalmar will play against Koping Stars (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Kalmar: T.Sjoberg 15+5reb, C.DeLaney 14+6reb+3ast, E.Larsson 10+1reb+2ast, S.Sjoberg 9+8reb+8ast, B.Carl 7+1reb+1ast, W.Hannes 5+1reb Uppsala: L.Friberg 19+6reb+6ast, S.Tom 15+1reb+2ast, N.Larsson 14+4reb+7ast, J.Hinton 12+5reb+2ast, J.Shepherd 12+6reb+3ast, A.Zekovic 11+1reb+3ast Koping Stars - Fryshuset 73-57 Bottom-ranked Fryshuset (0-18) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 73-57 loss to eighth ranked Koping Stars (8-12) in Koping on Friday evening. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Fryshuset's players. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard KeShawn Curry (195-1998, college: VCU) who helped to win the game recording 18 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals and the other American import power forward Quatarrius Wilson (203-1996, college: SEMO) who added 13 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Koping Stars' coach Torbjorn Gehrke used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was Montenegrin center Miki Novovic (208-1992) with 16 points and 8 rebounds and Jamaican-Canadian point guard Jahmal Jones (185-1991, college: TMU) scored 15 points. Koping Stars maintains eighth position with 8-12 record, which they share with Uppsala. Loser Fryshuset still closes the standings. Koping Stars will meet at home Kalmar (#10) in the next round. Fryshuset will have a break next round. Top scorers: Fryshuset: M.Novovic 16+8reb+1ast, J.Jones 15+4reb+3ast, A.Yousef 8+4reb+2ast, E.Hinson 8+4reb, S.Gustav 4+1reb, J.Palsson 4+1reb Koping Stars: K.Curry 18+5reb+5ast, T.Carlsten 14+3reb+4ast, Q.Wilson 13+7reb+3ast, J.Gray 8+9reb+2ast, T.McConico 7+4reb+6ast, O.Gehrke 5+5reb+1ast Nassjo - BC Lulea 91-76 There was a minor upset when 5th ranked BC Lulea (13-8) was defeated on the road by seventh ranked Nassjo (9-9) 91-76 on Friday. Nassjo outrebounded BC Lulea 37-25 including 25 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Willie Atwood (201-1994, college: Arizona St.) who helped to win the game recording 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international point guard Charles Barton (193-1992, college: Oregon St.) who added 17 points and 7 assists during the contest. Nassjo's coach Joakim Kallman allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was American forward Brendan Bailey (203-1997, college: Marquette) with 23 points and Belgian-American forward Michael Gilmore (208-1995, college: VCU) scored 14 points and 7 rebounds. Four BC Lulea players scored in double figures. Nassjo moved-up to sixth place. Loser BC Lulea keeps the fifth position with eight games lost. Nassjo will meet higher ranked Umea (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. BC Lulea will play against the league's leader Boras and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: BC Lulea: B.Bailey 23+4reb, M.Gilmore 14+7reb+2ast, L.Griffin 13+7reb+2ast, J.Arvidsson 11+2ast, D.George 8+1reb+1ast, A.Ronnqvist 5+1reb+6ast Nassjo: W.Atwood 20+8reb+4ast, C.Barton 17+1reb+7ast, A.Wesson 13+6reb+1ast, A.Medjedoub 10+4reb, D.Brooks Jr. 9+6reb+7ast, D.Ruffin 8+9reb+1ast Boras - Umea 102-87 An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Boras. First ranked Boras faced second-best Umea. Host Boras (17-3) defeated guests from Umea (14-6) 102-87. Boras made 21-of-26 charity shots (80.8 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 29 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Umea's players. It was a good game for American Christopher McKnight (201-1987, college: Akron) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. The other American import guard Bodie Hume (201, college: N.Colorado) contributed with 26 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. The former international point guard Gustav Hansson (185-1995) replied with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 assists and American forward Cole Welle (201-1996, college: California) added 11 points and 11 rebounds in the effort for Umea. Five Boras and four Umea players scored in double figures. Umea's coach Boris Balibrea rotated ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Boras have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 17-3 record. Umea at the other side dropped to the third place with six games lost. Boras will play against BC Lulea (#5) on the road in the next round. Umea will play against Nassjo and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Umea: G.Hansson 20+1reb+10ast, B.Jefferson 19+3reb, D.Hansson 17+2reb, C.Welle 11+11reb+1ast, W.Butler 8+10reb+2ast, C.Dunston 6+5reb+1ast Boras: B.Hume 26+7reb+1ast, C.McKnight 20+10reb+4ast, R.Logan 18+5reb+10ast, A.Person 14+3ast, L.Johansson 10+3reb+8ast, J.Brandmark 7+4reb+2ast Kalmar - BC Lulea 79-98 Very predictable result when fifth ranked BC Lulea (13-8) outscored on the road 10th ranked Kalmar (3-18) 98-79 on Sunday. Strangely Kalmar outrebounded BC Lulea 37-25 including 24 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when BC Lulea made 9 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Brendan Bailey (203-1997, college: Marquette) who helped to win the game recording 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and Belgian-American forward Michael Gilmore (208-1995, college: VCU) who added 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 blocks during the contest. The best for the losing side was American Cameron DeLaney (193-1995, college: SHSU) with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds and center Tobias Sjoberg (205-1997, college: Marist) scored 25 points and 5 rebounds. Five BC Lulea and four Kalmar players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players saving starting five for next games. BC Lulea maintains fifth position with 13-8 record. Kalmar lost seventh consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the tenth place with 18 games lost. BC Lulea will meet at home league's leader Boras in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Kalmar will play against Koping Stars (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Kalmar: T.Sjoberg 25+5reb+2ast, C.DeLaney 19+11reb+2ast, J.Gregg 15+7reb+1ast, S.Sjoberg 14+5reb+8ast, W.Hannes 4+2reb+1ast, B.Carl 2+2reb+1ast BC Lulea: B.Bailey 20+5reb+5ast, M.Gilmore 20+8reb+1ast, J.Arvidsson 19+1ast, A.Ronnqvist 13+7ast, L.Griffin 13+5reb+1ast, D.George 11+1reb+3ast Norrkoping - Jamtland 79-83 The biggest surprise of round 24 in Basketligan was guest Jamtland's (14-5) road victory over Norrkoping (#4) 83-79 on Monday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Norrkoping. Jamtland made 26-of-31 free shots (83.9 percent) during the game. 24 personal fouls committed by Norrkoping helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American point guard CJ Jackson (185-1996, college: Ohio St., agency: Blacktop Management) who scored 14 points and 4 assists. The other American import guard Landrius Horton (193-1998, college: Columbus St.) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds. Five Jamtland players scored in double figures. Jamtland's coach Adnan Cuk used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international Adam Ramstedt (206-1995) who recorded 20 points and 7 rebounds and American guard Devonte Green (190-1997, college: Indiana) added 14 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Jamtland have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Defending champion Norrkoping keeps the fourth position with six games lost. Jamtland are looking forward to face Uppsala (#9) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Norrkoping will play against Sodertalje (#7) and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. Top scorers: Norrkoping: A.Ramstedt 20+7reb+2ast, D.Green 14+6reb+3ast, N.Dawit 10+3reb, H.Bergstrom 9+1reb+1ast, T.Schuberg 9+2reb+3ast, N.Spires 9+5reb+2ast Jamtland: L.Horton 14+6reb+1ast, C.Jackson 14+4reb+4ast, R.Guinn 14+5reb, P.Hampton 11+7reb, A.Zekovic 10+5reb+2ast, A.Smith 8+6reb |
| Christopher McKnight gets MVP of the Week award for Swedish Basketligan (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 35-year old power forward had a double-double of 20 points and ten rebounds, while his team beat Umea (#3, 14-6) 102-87. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Boras to consolidate first place in the Swedish Basketligan. Boras have a solid 17-3 record. In the team's last game McKnight had a remarkable 77.8% from 2-point range. He turned to be Boras' top player in his first season with the team. Christopher McKnight averages this season 13.0ppg and 6.8rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was another Boras' star - American guard Bodie Hume (201-G). Hume impressed basketball fans with 26 points and 7 rebounds. Of course together with McKnight he helped Boras with another comfortable win 102-87 over slightly lower-ranked Umea (#3, 14-6) being unquestionably team leader. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Boras consolidated its place in the very top position of the standings. His team lost just three games this season, while they won 17 matches. Hume is a newcomer at Boras 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 Willie Atwood (201-F-1994) of Nassjo (#6). Atwood showcased his all-around game by recording 20 points, eight rebounds and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of Nassjo, leading his team to a 91-76 easy win against slightly higher-ranked BC Lulea (#5, 13-8). Nassjo needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 9 victories and 9 lost games. Atwood has a very solid season. In 10 games in Sweden he scored 12.0ppg. He also has FGP: 62.9% and 3PT: 41.8%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Lukas Friberg (190-G-1995) of Uppsala - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists 5. KeShawn Curry (195-G-1998) of Koping Stars - 18 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Adam Ramstedt (206-SF-1995) of Norrkoping - 20 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Tobias Sjoberg (205-C-1997) of Kalmar - 25 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Cameron DeLaney (193-SF-1995) of Kalmar - 19 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Tim Carlsten (187-G-2000) of Koping Stars - 14 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Michael Gilmore (208-F-1995) of BC Lulea - 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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| Oscar Wickstrom's triple-double lands him Basketettan Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Oscar Wickstrom had a great game in the last round for RIG Lulea and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Basketettan Player of the Week award for round 14. The recorded a triple-double of 17 points adding also fourteen rebounds and eleven assists, while his team outclassed, the league's bottom-ranked team KFUM Sundsvall (#11, 0-11) with 74-point margin 124-50. RIG Lulea maintains the 6th position in their group in Swedish Basketettan. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. RIG Lulea will need more victories to improve their 6-4 record. In the team's last game Wickstrom had a remarkable 63.6% from 2-point range. It's his second year at RIG Lulea and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Wickstrom has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in assists (6th best: 5.3apg) and averages solid 60.4% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was another RIG Lulea's star - young forward Anton Fontin (201-F-2006). Fontin impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 21 points and 11 rebounds. Of course together with Wickstrom he helped RIG Lulea with another comfortable win outscoring KFUM Sundsvall (#11, 0-11) 124-50. RIG Lulea's 6th position in North has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 6-4 record is not bad and everything may still change. Fontin is a newcomer at RIG Lulea 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 Tom Goransson (201-C-1998) of KFUM Lidingo (#3). Goransson scored 23 points and grabbed ten rebounds. He was a key player of KFUM Lidingo, leading his team to a 80-59 easy win against slightly lower-ranked Aros (#5, 7-4). KFUM Lidingo needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in North. Their record at this point is 8 victories and 3 lost games. Goransson has a very solid season. In 11 games in Sweden he scored 16.8ppg. He also has 6.5rpg and FGP: 78.9%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Arvid Lindgren) of Akersberga - 26 points and 8 rebounds 5. Oliver Stefanovic) of RIG Lulea - 30 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists 6. Felix Smedjeback (195-G-2004) of RIG Lulea - 32 points and 8 rebounds 7. Anton Johansson (2005) of Marbo - 33 points and 6 rebounds 8. Anton Kobylak-Berglund (199-F-1996) of Lulea S. - 25 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists 9. Noah Kelly (199-C-1997) of Hammarby - 25 points, 14 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Alexander Tretten (195-PF-1997) of Lulea S. - 14 points, 14 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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| Von Uthmann's double-double lands him Superettan Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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26-year old forward Andreas Von Uthmann (197-F-1996) put on an amazing game in the last round for IK Eos and receives a Hoops Agents Superettan Player of the Week award for round 17. He had a double-double of 32 points and 13 rebounds, while his team edged out Huddinge (#13, 3-13) 99-95. IK Eos is placed at 7th position in Swedish Superettan. IK Eos is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 8-8 record. In the team's last game Von Uthmann had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at IK Eos, through which he has constantly improved. Von Uthmann has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (5th best: 11.3rpg) and averages solid 1.2bpg,62.6% FGP and 40.6% from behind 3-point line. Second best performed player last round was David Niklasson (193-G-1995) of Norrort. He is a guard in his first season at Norrort. In the last game Niklasson recorded impressive double-double of 24 points and 12 rebounds. Of course Norrort cruised to a 76-68 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Team4Q (#14, 2-13). Norrort's 5th position in the standings has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 9-5 record is not bad and everything may still change. Niklasson is a newcomer at Norrort and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 23.0ppg (#6). He also registered 7.5 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to Olle Welander (2000) of AIK Basket (#9). Welander showcased his all-around game by recording 19 points, eight rebounds and five assists in the last round. He was a key player of AIK Basket, leading his team to a 80-77 win against the lower-ranked Sloga Uppsala (#12, 4-10). The chances of AIK Basket ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 9 games, recording just seven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Welander could help AIK Basket to bring them higher in the standings. Welander has a very solid season. In 13 games in Sweden he scored 14.6ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. N Strazdauskas) of Team4Q - 26 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Opong Bramble (201-F-1997) of Ockelbo - 26 points and 13 rebounds 6. Albin Eriksson (189-G-1996) of Wetterbygden - 32 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Kevin Grant (191-G-1994) of Sloga Uppsala - 23 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Simon Finden (191-G-2000) of Eskilstuna - 19 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Jonathan Ninkingira (198-F-1999) of Eskilstuna - 29 points and 4 rebounds 10. Serkan Inan (201-SF-1986) of AIK Basket - 20 points, 7 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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| SBL Round 3: Al Wahda keep a leadership position - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Al Wahda smashed Al Wathba in Damascus 74-53. Al Wathba will play next round against strong Tishreen trying to get back on the winning streak. Al Wahda will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. In the last game of round 3 Al Jalaa beat Tishreen on the road 70-54. Tishreen - Al Jalaa 54-70 There was a small surprise when Al Jalaa (1-1) beat Tishreen (2-2) in Latakia 70-54 on Tuesday. Al Jalaa is looking forward to face Hutteen (#10) in Lattakia in the next round. Tishreen will play on the road against Al Wathba (#11) in Homs and is hoping to win this game. Al Wahda - Al Wathba 74-53 Al Wahda smashed Al Wathba in Damascus 74-53. Al Wathba will play next round against strong Tishreen trying to get back on the winning streak. Al Wahda will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. |
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| Deguara number one in Taiwan T1 League for round 20 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The 31-year old player had a double-double of 22 points and 22 rebounds, while his team edged out TB Herobears (#4, 7-6) 105-102. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Tainan GH is placed at 3rd position in Taiwanese T1 League. Tainan GH is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 8-7 record. Deguara turned to be Tainan GH's top player in his first season with the team. Samuel Deguara has solid league stats. He is in league's top in points (5th best: 21.7ppg), rebounds (2nd best: 12.0rpg) and averages impressive 67.1% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young American Branden Dawson (200-F-1993) of TB Herobears. Dawson had a very good evening with a double-double of 22 points and 13 rebounds. Bad luck as TB Herobears was edged by slightly higher-ranked Tainan GH (#3, 8-7) 105-102. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. TB Herobears still maintains its place in the top 4 of the standings, even despite this loss. His team's 7-6 record is not bad at all. Dawson is a newcomer at TB Herobears, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.9ppg (#6). His other stats are also decent: 11.6rpg and 3.5apg. Third on the list of top players last round was another TB Herobears' star - guard Xun-Xiang Tsao (181-G-1999). Tsao scored 24 points and passed six assists. Despite Tsao's great performance TB Herobears lost 102-105 to #3 ranked Tainan GH. But his team cannot count on just these two top stars as they also need help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The last thing TB Herobears needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 7 victories and 6 lost games. Tsao has a very solid season. In 13 games in Taiwan he scored 7.5ppg. He also has 3.3apg and FGP: 53.4%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Sim Bhullar (226-C-1992) of Tainan GH - 14 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Robert Upshaw (213-C-1994) of Tainan GH - 18 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Mao-Wei Ku (175-G-1999) of Tainan GH - 18 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists 7. Prince Ibeh (208-C-1994) of TB Herobears - 8 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Wei-Ju Chien (186-G/F-1992) of Tainan GH - 12 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Tsung-Han Huang (193-F-1994) of TB Herobears - 15 points 10. Kai-Hsiang Hu (190-G-1991) of Tainan GH - 11 points, 3 rebounds and 8 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Devaughn Akoon-Purcell snatched T&T top player award in a tight process - by Albert-Lee Young |
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Here is the review of Trinidad and Tobago overseas-based players, who were in action, for week-ending 15 January 2023 and which had several outstanding performances. It was a tight identification process but in the final analysis 6-5 swingman Devaughn Akoon-Purcell clutched T&T top player award. Debuting a new team, Akoon-Purchell had a shared game high 20pts, 2rebs & 2asts for #6 Lokomotiv Kuban (11-10) in a tough 73-71 loss to #3 Zenit Staint Petersburg (16-4) in the Russia-VTB United League on January 10. In his second game on January 15, he scored another game high 17pts with 5rebs, 3asts & 3stls in a lop-sided 74-56 win over #12 BC Minsk (1-20). Lokomotiv next play #11 BK Astana (4-17) on January 20. Akoon-Purchell is currently averaging 18.5ppg, 3.5rpg, 2.4apg & 1.5spg: 75.0%2FPG, 30.8% 3FPG & 87.5%FT. In a close second spot is 6-9 forward/center Kadeem Jack with two outstanding performances for Western Conference Sioux Falls Skyforce in the NBA G League on January 13 and 15. In the first game, Jack had a double-double 17pts & team high 13rebs along with 2asts & shared game high 3blks in a 129-110 win over conference rivals Santa Cruz Warriors that featured fellow compatriot Zeke Moore. In the second game, Jack had 9pts, game high 14rebs & 1ast in a hard fought 126-123 loss to Eastern Conference Raptors 905. Sioux will play Eastern Conference Lakeland Magic on January 17 & 19. Jack is currently averaging 8.3ppg & 6.6rpg: 60.5%2FPG, 41.7FPG & 63.8%FT. Following tightly in third is US-born 6-6 guard Jules Bernard with mixed results for Eastern Conference Capital City Go-Go against fellow rivals College Park Skyhawks in the NBA G League. In the first game on January 14, Bernard had 18pts, 6rebs, 3asts & 1stl in a 97-108 loss. Two days after, Bernard had a shared game high 24pts, 4rebs, & 5asts guiding Capital City to 111-104 victory. Capital City next play Long Island Nets and Grand Rapid Gold on January 18 and 20. Bernard is averaging 14.7ppg, 4.2rpg & 2.4apg: 61.1%2FPG, 31.6%3FPG & 90.9%FPG with Capital City. Previously, Bernard averaged 10.4ppg, 4.6rpg & 1.5apg: 46.2%2FPG, 22.2% 3FPG & 89.2%FT in 17 games with Motor City Cruise. Fourth is 6-7 swingman Zeke Moore, with mixed results, for Western Conference Santa Cruz Warriors against Sioux Falls Skyforce in the NBA G League on January 12 and 13. In the first game, Moore scored 14pts, 6rebs & 3asts in a comfortable 126-103 victory. The following day, Moore tallied 14pts, 4rebs & 2asts in a 129-110 loss. Santa Cruz next play Memphis Hustle on January 17 and 18. Moore is currently averaging 9.3ppg, 2.1rpg & 2.0apg: 56.3%2FPG, 41.8% 3FPG & 72.0%FT. Fifth is US-born 5-8 point guard Terrel Gomez who played two games for previously top ranked Saint-Quentin in France-Pro B League on January 10 and 13. In the first game, Gomez had 15pts, 2rebs & 6asts but #7 Etoile Angers (8-7) surprisingly scored an 80-68 home victory over Saint-Quentin. In the other game, Gomez contributed 8pts, 4asts & 2stls in 75-63 win over #12 Quimper (6-9). With the results, Saint-Quentin dropped to third position with a 10-3 record. Saint-Quentin will meet at home #16 Saint Vallier (5-10) on January 20. Gomez is currently averaging 13.8ppg, 1.5rpg & 4.8apg: 48.4%2FPG, 36.3% 3FPG & 94.3%FT. Sixth is 7-0 center Johnny Hamilton who tallied a double-double that included 14pts, game highs 13rebs & 2blks along with a steal as #9 Merkezefendi Belediyesi Denizli Basket (7-7) registered another surprising victory over a higher ranked opponent. With Hamilton's contribution, Merkezefendi shocked 6th ranked Galatasaray (7-7) 100-83 in Turkey-BSL on January 9. Merkezefendi next play #5 Anadolu Efes (9-5) on January 16. Hamilton is averaging 9.1ppg, 7.0rpg, 2.5bpg & 1.0spg: 51.7%2FPG & 61.9%FT. Seventh is Canada-born 6-2 guard Clythus Griffith Jr with 9pts, 7rebs, 2asts & 2stls as Westmont College (12-6, 5-4 GSAC) defeated Life Pacific University 80-64 in the NAIA Golden State Athletic Conference on January 12. Two days later, Griffith contributed 17pts, 2rebs, 2asts & 1stl in an 86-73 win over San Diego Christian University. Westmont next play at OUAZ University on January 19 and Arizona Christian University on January 21. Griffith Jr is currently averaging 7.8ppg & 2.6rpg: 49.4%2FPG, 31.3% 3FPG & 80.0%FT. Eight is 6-4 guard Ezeoha Santiago in two road games for #7 University of Calgary Dinos (10-4) against #4 University of Fraser Valley (9-3) in the Canada West Universities Athletic Association on January 13 and 14. In the first game, Santiago had 6pts & 3rebs in a losing effort, 82-93. In the second contest, Santiago contributed 19pts, 2rebs, 1ast & 1stl in a revenge result, 90-76. Calgary next play two home games against #2 University of Saskatchewan (10-2) on January 20 & 21. Rnk & 12 Santiago is averaging 14.0ppg, 3.0rpg & 1.4apg: 38.9%2FPG, 41.9% 3FPG & 75.0%FT. Ninth is US-born 6-3 guard Trevon Duvall, who featured in two losses for Grand Rapid Gold, against Long Island Nets in the NBA G League Eastern Conference on January 14 and 16. In the first game, Duvall had 6pts, 2rebs & 2ast as they went under 85-96. Afterwards, Duvall contributed 14pts, 2rebs, 2asts & 2stls in an 80-99 loss. Grand Rapid will play Maine Celtics on January 10 and Long Island Nets on January 14. Rnk0 & 14 Duvall, whose father has Trinidad heritage, is averaging 8.5ppg, 1.9rpg & 2.7apg: 57.1%2FPG, 22.6%3FPG & 63.9%FPG. Tenth is 6-1 point guard Jordan Persad with 13pts, a game high 9asts, 2rebs & 1stl as Cuyahoga Community College (14-3 overall & 4-1 OCCAC), smashed Edison State Community College (2-6, 9-10) 100-73 in the Ohio Community College Athletic Conference (OCCAC), NJCAA D1 Region 12, on January 14. CCC next play at top placed Lakeland Community College (13-3, 6-0) on January 18.
Persad is averaging 9.5ppg, 3.5rpg & 4.8apg: 38.5%2FPG, 31.7% 3FPG & 71.0%FT. Eleventh is 6-7 forward Tyrik Singh with 8pts, 8rebs & 1blk as Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) suffered a tough 66-62 loss to Grand Valley State University in the NCAA D2 Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) on January 14. With the results, SVSU has an overall record of 9-8 and 4-3 in GLIAC. SVSU next play at against Ferris State University (13-5, 4-3 GLIAC) on January 19. Rnk 10 Singh is averaging 1.8ppg & 2.2rpg: 28.6%2FPG, 50.0%3FPG & 54.5%FT. Twelfth is 6-9 forward/center US-born Theo John in mixed results for Eastern Conference Capital City Go-Go against fellow rivals College Park Skyhawks in the NBA G League. In the first game on January 14, John had 2pts, 1rebs & 1stl coming off the bench in a 97-108 loss. Two days after, John contributed 3rebs & 1blk in a 111-104 victory. Capital City next play Long Island Nets and Grand Rapid Gold on January 18 and 20. John is averaging 2.4ppg, 3.1rpg & 1.3bpg: 54.5%2FPG & 60.0% FT. Thirteen is teenager 6-8 forward Malique Lewis with 2pts & 1reb in 12mins off the bench as #16 Urbas Fuenlabrada Madrid (3-13) went under 65-110 to #7 Gran Canaria (9-7) in the Spain La Liga league on January 14 . Fuenlabrada next play #12 Universidad Catolica De Murcia (7-9) on January 21. In 14th spot is US-born 6-8 forward Stacey Thomas with 1pts & 2rebs for Louisiana State University at Shreveport (LSUS) in an 86-93 loss to Jarvis Christian College in the NAIA Red River Athletic Conference, East Division, on January 14. They next play Xavier University on January 16. Thomas is currently averaging 7.8ppg & 3.8rpg: 57.1%FPG & 58.3%FT. |
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Regular Season: Round 13 Jan. 21: Shreveport K. - Indiana T. Jan. 21: Kingdom A. - NY Court K. Jan. 21: Fredericksburg G. - DMV Warriors Jan. 21: Electric City L. - Lehigh Valley Jan. 21: Diamond City F. - Atlanta S. Jan. 21: Diamond City F. - Philly P. Jan. 21: Beltway B. - VA Beach W. |
| Round 12: Abound lose to Flight in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Third ranked host Flight (7-2) defeated second-best Abound (7-2) 115-99. Flight have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Kingdom A. Flight is looking forward to face Lightning (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Abound will play against Court Kingz (#5) and is hoping to win this game. Third ranked host Outlaws (6-2) smashed bottom-ranked Sports (0-0) 130-93. Outlaws maintains third position with 6-2 record having just three points less than leader Whatley S. Sports at the other side still keep top with 0 game lost. They share the position with 10 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. TTBL top team - Bombers (8-1) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they beat fifth ranked Court Kingz (5-5) in La Plata 139-123. Bombers maintains first position with 8-1 record. Loser Court Kingz keeps the fifth place with five games lost. Bombers will meet at home Wildcats (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Court Kingz will play against the league's second-placed Abound (#2) and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 12: DMV Warriors won against VA Beach W. on the opponent's court 122-116. Savannah H. managed to outperform Team United in a home game 103-87. Quiet as Kept recorded a loss to Charlottesville G. on the road 137-129. VA Beach W. - DMV Warriors 116-122 Very expected game in Virginia Beach where 9th ranked Wildcats (2-4) were defeated by fourth ranked Warriors (6-3) 122-116 on Saturday. Warriors have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 6-3 record. Loser Wildcats keep the ninth place with four games lost. They share the position with Electric City L.. Warriors will meet Grizzlies (#7) in the next round. Wildcats will play against the league's leader Bombers in La Plata and hope to secure a win. Savannah H. - Team United 103-87 Rather predictable result when top-ranked Hurricanes (9-0) defeated at home bottom-ranked Team United (0-3) 103-87 on Saturday. Hurricanes have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Atlanta S. Loser Team United still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Lehigh Valley - Kingdom A. 115-99 Third ranked host Flight (7-2) defeated second-best Abound (7-2) 115-99. Flight have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Kingdom A. Flight is looking forward to face Lightning (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Abound will play against Court Kingz (#5) and is hoping to win this game. Charlottesville G. - Quiet as Kept 137-129 Not a big story in a game in Charlotte where 6th ranked Quiet (5-7) was defeated by third ranked Gladiators (3-4) 137-129 on Saturday. Despite that victory Gladiators went down to fourth position due to points difference. Loser Quiet keeps the sixth place with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Birmingham O. - Whatley S. 130-93 Third ranked host Outlaws (6-2) smashed bottom-ranked Sports (0-0) 130-93. Outlaws maintains third position with 6-2 record having just three points less than leader Whatley S. Sports at the other side still keep top with 0 game lost. They share the position with 10 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Beltway B. - NY Court K. 139-123 TTBL top team - Bombers (8-1) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they beat fifth ranked Court Kingz (5-5) in La Plata 139-123. Bombers maintains first position with 8-1 record. Loser Court Kingz keeps the fifth place with five games lost. Bombers will meet at home Wildcats (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Court Kingz will play against the league's second-placed Abound (#2) and hope to secure a win. |
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| BSL Round 15: Fenerbahce beat Bursaspor in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Bursa. First ranked Fenerbahce faced 4th placed Bursaspor. Guests from Istanbul (13-2) defeated host Bursaspor (10-5) 100-84. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Bursaspor. Fenerbahce shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 54.2 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. 26 personal fouls committed by Bursaspor helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Scottie Wilbekin (188-1993, college: Florida, agency: BeoBasket) who scored 17 points and 5 assists. American center Johnathan Motley (208-1995, college: Baylor) chipped in 15 points and 7 rebounds. Fenerbahce's coach Dimitris Itoudis 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 the former international swingman Onuralp Bitim (196-1999) who recorded 17 points and 4 assists. Fenerbahce have a solid series of four victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 13-2 record. Bursaspor at the other side keeps the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with Anadolu Efes. Fenerbahce's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Istanbul to the arena Acibadem. We should mention about the upset which took place in Manisa, where higher ranked Galatasaray (7-8) lost to fifteenth ranked Manisa (4-11) in a road game 72-85. It was a good game for American point guard Ricky Tarrant (188-1993, college: Memphis) who led his team to a victory with 24 points and 6 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Francisco Cruz contributed with 18 points and 4 assists for the winners. Italian-American forward Angelo Caloiaro (203-1989, college: USF, agency: Pensack Sports) answered with 24 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for Galatasaray. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Newly promoted Manisa maintains fifteenth place with 4-11 record. Galatasaray lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with eight games lost. They share it with Merkezefendi. Manisa will play against higher ranked Pinar Karsiyaka (#3) in Izmir in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Galatasaray's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Istanbul Efes. The game with biggest result difference took place in Petkim. Local Socar Petkim (5-10) was outscored by second ranked Turk Telekom (12-3) 89-70 on Saturday night. Worth to mention a quality performance of Tyrique Jones who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). The best for the losing side was Kenny Chery with 22 points. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Turk Telekom maintains second place with 12-3 record behind leader Fenerbahce. Socar Petkim lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the twelfth position with ten games lost. They share it with Gaziantep and Buyukcekmece. Turk Telekom will meet Dacka (#6) in the next round. Socar Petkim will play against Merkezefendi (#8) and hope to secure a win. Other games of round 15 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Besiktas was defeated by Buyukcekmece in a road game 82-69. Konyaspor was beaten by Pinar Karsiyaka at home 71-82. Tofas lost to Bahcesehir on the opponent's court 84-89. Darussafaka managed to outperform Gaziantep in a home game 78-74. Merkezefendi was rolled over Anadolu Efes on the road 96-77. The best stats of 15th round was 17 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals by Shane Larkin of Anadolu Efes. Buyukcekmece - Besiktas 82-69 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 15th ranked Besiktas' (3-12) road loss to fourteenth ranked Buyukcekmece (5-10) 69-82 on Friday. Buyukcekmece looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was a great evening for American forward Demetre Rivers (203-1995, college: Mercer) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 15 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Guard Tayfun Erulku (192-1994) helped adding 11 points and 7 assists. Four Buyukcekmece players scored in double figures. Buyukcekmece's coach Ozhan Civgin allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was American forward Jordan Usher (201-1999, college: Georgia Tech) with 20 points and 7 rebounds and Lithuanian forward Gediminas Orelik (199-1990) scored 15 points and 6 rebounds. Buyukcekmece moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Gaziantep and Petkim. Besiktas lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the bottom position with 12 games lost. Buyukcekmece will meet at home higher ranked Tofas (#11) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Besiktas will play against Konyaspor (#10) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Buyukcekmece: D.Rivers 26+15reb, M.Sajus 16+3reb+3ast, T.Erulku 11+4reb+7ast, T.Harris 10+5reb, J.Crawford 8+2reb+5ast, B.Weber 7+4reb+5ast Besiktas: J.Usher 20+7reb+2ast, G.Orelik 15+6reb, M.Mooney 9+2reb+4ast, D.McCormack 8+12reb, O.Ulubay 6+4reb+3ast, E.Guven 5+1reb Konyaspor - Pinar Karsiyaka 71-82 No shocking result in a game when third ranked Pinar Karsiyaka (11-4) defeated on the road 10th ranked Konyaspor (6-9) 82-71 on Saturday. It was a great evening for Dominican Angel Delgado (208-1994, college: Seton Hall) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. American point guard Jaylon Brown (183-1994, college: Evansville) helped adding 15 points and 5 assists. Four Pinar Karsiyaka players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American-Slovenian center Jordan Morgan (204-1991, college: Michigan) with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds and Nigerian-American Rasheed Sulaimon (193-1994, college: Maryland) scored 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Konyaspor's coach Sinan Cambel rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Pinar Karsiyaka maintains third place with 11-4 record having just two points less than leader Fenerbahce. Newly promoted Konyaspor keeps the tenth position with nine games lost. They share it with Tofas. Pinar Karsiyaka will meet Manisa (#15) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Konyaspor will play against Besiktas (#16) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Pinar Karsiyaka: J.Brown 15+3reb+5ast, A.Delgado 14+10reb, B.Angola-Rodas 13+2reb+7ast, E.McCollum 12+3reb+1ast, V.Brown 8+5reb+2ast, B.Durmaz 7+6reb Konyaspor: R.Sulaimon 20+5reb+4ast, J.Morgan 18+11reb+3ast, A.Perez-Kaufmann 10+2reb+7ast, J.Eddie 7+8reb, S.Saglam 6+7reb+1ast, K.Nikolov 6+1reb+1ast Petkim - Turk Telekom 70-89 The game with biggest result difference took place in Petkim. Local Socar Petkim (5-10) was outscored by second ranked Turk Telekom (12-3) 89-70 on Saturday night. Turk Telekom made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Worth to mention a quality performance of American power forward Tyrique Jones (206-1997, college: Xavier, agency: Pensack Sports) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). His fellow American import guard Jerian Grant (196-1992, college: Notre Dame) helped adding 20 points and 5 assists. Four Turk Telekom players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Canadian-Haitian point guard Kenny Chery (180-1992, college: Baylor, agency: Slash Sports) with 22 points and American center Jeremy Simmons (204-1989, college: Charleston) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Turk Telekom maintains second place with 12-3 record behind leader Fenerbahce. Socar Petkim lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the twelfth position with ten games lost. They share it with Gaziantep and Buyukcekmece. Turk Telekom will meet Dacka (#6) in the next round. Socar Petkim will play against Merkezefendi (#8) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Turk Telekom: T.Jones 20+10reb, J.Grant 20+2reb+5ast, T.Taylor 16+2reb+4ast, A.Bouteille 11+3reb+4ast, N.Sestina 9+3reb+1ast, R.Oncel 8+5reb+5ast Petkim: K.Chery 22+2reb+3ast, J.Simmons 14+5reb+3ast, P.Booth 7+3reb+2ast, I.Ulusoy 6+4reb+3ast, P.Aldridge 6+8reb+2ast, D.Engindeniz 6+1ast Bahcesehir - Tofas 89-84 Rather expected game in Istanbul where 11th ranked Tofas (6-9) was defeated by ninth ranked Acibadem (8-7) 89-84 on Saturday. It was a great evening for international swingman Yigit Arslan (198-1996) who led his team to a victory scoring 25 points. American guard Jamar Smith (191-1987, college: S.Indiana, agency: Inception Sports) helped adding 13 points and 6 assists. The best for the losing side was Senegalese center Boubacar Toure (213-1995, college: EMU) with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 10 rebounds (on 13-of-15 shooting from the field) and Canadian point guard Tyler Ennis (188-1994, college: Syracuse) scored 14 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Five Acibadem and four Tofas players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Acibadem have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Darussafaka. Tofas lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth position with nine games lost. They share it with Konyaspor. Acibadem's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Istanbul Fenerbahce. Top scorers: Bahcesehir: Y.Arslan 25+2reb+1ast, J.Smith 13+2reb+6ast, M.Baygul 12+3reb+2ast, J.Boutsiele 11+5reb, K.Ozmizrak 10+4reb+5ast, J.Gist 9+3reb Tofas: B.Toure 28+10reb, T.Ennis 14+6reb+6ast, A.Milaknis 12+1reb+1ast, R.Gray 11+4reb+2ast, D.Thompson 8+4reb, B.Berke 7+1reb Manisa - Galatasaray 85-72 We should mention about the upset which took place in Manisa, where higher ranked Galatasaray (7-8) lost to fifteenth ranked Manisa (4-11) in a road game 72-85. Manisa made 16-of-18 charity shots (88.9 percent) during the game. It was a good game for American point guard Ricky Tarrant (188-1993, college: Memphis) who led his team to a victory with 24 points and 6 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Mexican guard Francisco Cruz (191-1989, college: Wyoming) contributed with 18 points and 4 assists for the winners. Italian-American forward Angelo Caloiaro (203-1989, college: USF, agency: Pensack Sports) answered with 24 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and American Tyrus McGee (188-1991, college: Iowa St.) added 15 points in the effort for Galatasaray. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Newly promoted Manisa maintains fifteenth place with 4-11 record. Galatasaray lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with eight games lost. They share it with Merkezefendi. Manisa will play against higher ranked Pinar Karsiyaka (#3) in Izmir in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Galatasaray's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Istanbul Efes. Top scorers: Manisa: R.Tarrant 24+4reb+6ast, F.Cruz 18+4reb+4ast, E.Bruinsma 11+2reb+1ast, C.Williams 9+8reb+5ast, M.Gorur 8+2reb+1ast, T.Sav 6+1reb Galatasaray: A.Caloiaro 24+8reb+4ast, T.McGee 15+2reb+2ast, S.Kabaca 13+3reb+3ast, Y.Sonsirma 5+4reb+7ast, I.Hummer 4+2reb, D.Ristic 4+3reb Bursaspor - Fenerbahce 84-100 An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Bursa. First ranked Fenerbahce faced 4th placed Bursaspor. Guests from Istanbul (13-2) defeated host Bursaspor (10-5) 100-84. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Bursaspor. Fenerbahce shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 54.2 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. 26 personal fouls committed by Bursaspor helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Scottie Wilbekin (188-1993, college: Florida, agency: BeoBasket) who scored 17 points and 5 assists. American center Johnathan Motley (208-1995, college: Baylor) chipped in 15 points and 7 rebounds. Fenerbahce's coach Dimitris Itoudis 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 the former international swingman Onuralp Bitim (196-1999) who recorded 17 points and 4 assists and Greek-American center Zach Auguste (208-1993, college: Notre Dame, agency: Pensack Sports) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Four Fenerbahce and five Bursaspor players scored in double figures. Fenerbahce have a solid series of four victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 13-2 record. Bursaspor at the other side keeps the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with Anadolu Efes. Fenerbahce's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Istanbul to the arena Acibadem. Top scorers: Fenerbahce: N.Hayes-Davis 17+3reb+2ast, S.Wilbekin 17+2reb+5ast, J.Motley 15+7reb+2ast, M.Mahmutoglu 13+1reb+1ast, M.Guduric 13+1reb+2ast, M.Birsen 8+4reb+3ast Bursaspor: O.Bitim 17+2reb+4ast, Z.Auguste 14+5reb+2ast, D.Dudzinski 13+5reb+2ast, D.Needham 12+5ast, A.Clemmons 11+3reb+5ast, Y.Saybir 9+3reb Darussafaka - Gaziantep 78-74 Very predictable result in Istanbul where seventh ranked Dacka (8-7) beat 12th ranked Gaziantep (5-10) 78-74 on Sunday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Dacka made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for the former international point guard Dogus Ozdemiroglu (191-1996) who led his team to a victory scoring 13 points and 7 assists. British center Gabriel Olaseni (211-1991, college: Iowa) helped adding 12 points and 8 rebounds. Five Dacka players scored in double figures. Dacka's coach Selcuk Ernak allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. The best for the losing side was American swingman Damyean Dotson (196-1994, college: Houston) with 30 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and Nigerian center John Egbunu (211-1994, college: Florida) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds. Dacka moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Bahcesehir. Loser Gaziantep keeps the twelfth position with ten games lost. They share it with Buyukcekmece and Petkim. Dacka will meet at home league's second-placed Turk Telekom in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Gaziantep will play against Bursaspor (#4) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Darussafaka: D.Ozdemiroglu 13+3reb+7ast, G.Olaseni 12+8reb+2ast, M.Starks 12+2reb+8ast, C.Korkmaz 10+2reb+2ast, E.Osmani 10+8reb, A.Yeboah 9+4reb Gaziantep: D.Dotson 30+6reb+5ast, C.Frankamp 13+1reb+2ast, J.Egbunu 10+10reb+1ast, C.Miller-McIntyre 7+5reb+6ast, L.Hammonds 5+2reb+1ast, M.Turen 3+1reb+2ast Anadolu Efes - Merkezefendi 96-77 Not a big story in a game in Istanbul where 8th ranked Merkezefendi (7-8) was outplayed by fifth ranked Efes (10-5) 96-77 on Monday. Efes outrebounded Merkezefendi 36-25 including 25 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for the former international guard Shane Larkin (182-1992, college: Miami, FL) who led his team to a victory scoring 17 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. Croatian center Ante Zizic (209-1997, agency: BeoBasket) helped adding 14 points and 8 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). The best for the losing side was Israeli-American guard Max Heidegger (191-1997, college: UCSB) with 22 points and 8 assists and Greek swingman Nikolaos Rogkavopoulos (203-2001) scored 15 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Efes moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Bursaspor. Loser Merkezefendi keeps the eighth position with eight games lost. They share it with Galatasaray. Efes' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Istanbul to the arena Galatasaray. Top scorers: Anadolu Efes: S.Larkin 17+5reb+7ast, A.M'Baye 17+4reb+1ast, R.Beaubois 16+2reb+2ast, A.Zizic 14+8reb, H.Furkan 13+6reb, A.Tuncer 10+1reb+7ast Merkezefendi: M.Heidegger 22+3reb+8ast, N.Rogkavopoulos 15+7reb+3ast, A.Harrison 15+1reb+2ast, M.Peterka 13+6reb+2ast, J.Hamilton 10+3reb, A.Olmaz 2+2reb+2ast |
| U19 League Round 13: Ozel Gelisim Koleji defeat Antalya Gelism in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Sixth-ranked Antalya Gelism (5-8) gave a tough game to third ranked Ozel Gelisim Koleji (9-4) in Izmir on Sunday. Ozel Gelisim Koleji managed to secure only one-point victory 71-70. However their fans expected easier game. Ozel Gelisim Koleji looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Emir Gokyildirim (-2003) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and Emir Apaydin (-2004) chipped in 12 points and 10 rebounds. At the losing side Yunus Nur (-2003) responded with 21 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Ozel Gelisim Koleji maintains third place with 9-4 record having four points less than leader Gaziantep. Antalya Gelism at the other side keeps the sixth position with eight games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Ozel Gelisim Koleji's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Izmir to the arena Manisa Izmir. Very important is a road loss of second ranked Bursaspor (8-5) against ninth ranked Turk Telekom (5-8) on Monday night. Visiting Bursaspor was defeated by Turk Telekom in a tough game in Ankara 59-63. Center Arda Ozdogan (202-2005) nailed a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and Erim Lif accounted for 15 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Mehmet Atalan (198-2003) came up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds for Bursaspor in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Turk Telekom moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Bursaspor at the other side keeps the second position with five games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Turk Telekom will play against Selcuklu (#10) on the road in the next round. Bursaspor will play against the league's second-placed Besiktas (#2) in Istanbul and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Very important is a road loss of second ranked Pinar Karsiyaka (8-5) against fifth ranked Darussafaka (8-5) on Saturday night. Visiting Pinar Karsiyaka was defeated by Darussafaka in Istanbul 71-61. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Pinar Karsiyaka. Ege Akcay fired 18 points and 6 assists for the winners. Ilkay Cevizci produced 17 points and 4 assists for lost side. Pinar Karsiyaka's coach Mehmet Ersoz rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Darussafaka moved-up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams including defeated Pinar Karsiyaka. Darussafaka will meet at home Tesvikiye (#8) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Pinar Karsiyaka will play against Merkezefendi (#6) in Denizl and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 13: Bahcesehir lost to Fenerbahce on the opponent's court 67-72. Gaziantep outscored Buyukcekmece in a home game 105-84. Tofas rolled over TED Ankara on the road 88-53. Besiktas defeated Merkezefendi on its own court 97-90. Tesvikiye lost to undefeated Anadolu Efes in Istanbul 70-91. Aliaga Petkim destroyed Selcuklu at home 104-63. Manisa unfortunately lost to Galatasaray on the opponent's court 84-93. The most impressive stats of the last round was 10 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists by Ata Gul of Galatasaray. Fenerbahce - Bahcesehir 72-67 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Istanbul where 8th ranked Bahcesehir (4-10) was defeated by ninth ranked Fenerbahce (4-10) 72-67 on Sunday. Hakan Gokcek (-2005) fired 15 points and 9 rebounds (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!) for the winners. Forward Kadir Yanci (200-2005) chipped in 15 points and 6 rebounds. Halim Altin (-2004) produced 15 points and 9 rebounds and Derin Ustun (-2007) added 18 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Fenerbahce moved-up to eighth place, which they share with defeated Bahcesehir. Fenerbahce will meet higher ranked TED Ankara (#5) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Bahcesehir will play against the league's leader Gaziantep having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: Fenerbahce: Y.Kadir 15+6reb+3ast, G.Hakan 15+9reb+1ast, I.Eren 11+4reb+3ast, U.Deniz 6, D.Emir 6+4reb+1ast, E.Jihad 5+3reb+1ast Bahcesehir: U.Derin 18+6reb+1ast, A.Halim 15+9reb+2ast, A.Yagiz 9+12reb+2ast, K.Tamer 8+5reb+2ast, P.Selimcan 5+1reb, A.Egemen 5+5reb Gaziantep - Buyukcekmece 105-84 Very predictable result when leader Gaziantep (13-0) smashed at home 7th ranked Buyukcekmece (4-9) 105-84 on Monday. Gaziantep dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Buyukcekmece's 40. They outrebounded Buyukcekmece 50-24 including a 18-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Gaziantep looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. Guard Emir Sivas (176-2005) fired a double-double by scoring 25 points, 10 assists and 5 steals for the winners. Arda Birkeser (-2005) chipped in 19 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Ulkuhan Ozkan (-2004) produced 23 points and 5 steals and Ege Akbay (-2005) added 16 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Gaziantep have an impressive series of thirteen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 13-0 record, which they share with Anadolu Efes. Loser Buyukcekmece keeps the seventh position with nine games lost. Gaziantep will meet Bahcesehir (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Buyukcekmece will play against Antalya Gelism and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Gaziantep: S.Emir 25+3reb+10ast, A.Turan 23+5reb, B.Arda 19+8reb+5ast, Y.Ibrahim 17+5reb+10ast, A.Halil 8+9reb+2ast, D.Cumali 4+6reb Buyukcekmece: O.Ulkuhan 23+4reb+3ast, A.Ege 16+4ast, E.Goksan 13+1reb+2ast, K.Umut 10+2reb+5ast, O.Resul 10+5reb+4ast, K.Can 8+6reb+6ast Gelisim Koleji - Antalya 71-70 Sixth-ranked Antalya Gelism (5-8) gave a tough game to third ranked Ozel Gelisim Koleji (9-4) in Izmir on Sunday. Ozel Gelisim Koleji managed to secure only one-point victory 71-70. However their fans expected easier game. Ozel Gelisim Koleji looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Emir Gokyildirim (-2003) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and Emir Apaydin (-2004) chipped in 12 points and 10 rebounds. At the losing side Yunus Nur (-2003) responded with 21 points and 9 rebounds and Emirhan Yilmaz (-2005) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Ozel Gelisim Koleji maintains third place with 9-4 record having four points less than leader Gaziantep. Antalya Gelism at the other side keeps the sixth position with eight games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Ozel Gelisim Koleji's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Izmir to the arena Manisa Izmir. Top scorers: Gelisim Koleji: A.Emir 12+10reb+2ast, E.Bartu 12+4reb+2ast, G.Emir 10+12reb+4ast, B.Dogan 9+6reb+6ast, Y.Toprak 7+1reb+1ast, K.Baris 7+5reb+3ast Antalya: N.Yunus 21+9reb, Y.Emirhan 16+10reb+2ast, O.Cagan 11+6reb+1ast, G.Sarp 8+2reb+2ast, T.Tarkan 6+5reb+3ast, E.Berke 6+6reb+3ast TED Ankara - Tofas 53-88 Not a big story in a game when 5th ranked TED Ankara (7-6) was rolled over at home by second ranked Tofas (10-3) 88-53 on Sunday. Tofas looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Guard Ozgur Cengiz (185-2005) fired a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners. Guard Can Cevikel (195-2005) chipped in 9 points and 4 assists. Kerem Sariaslan (-2004) produced 15 points and 6 assists and Sefa Karadol (-2003) added 6 points and 13 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. Tofas have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain second place with 10-3 record having just three points less than leader Gaziantep. TED Ankara lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with six games lost. Tofas will meet at home Galatasaray (#4) in the next round. TED Ankara will play against Fenerbahce and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Tofas: C.Ozgur 16+10reb+8ast, B.Batu 10+5reb+1ast, K.Cem 10+2reb+2ast, K.Arda 9+3reb, C.Can 9+3reb+4ast, D.Evren 8+6reb+1ast TED Ankara: S.Kerem 15+3reb+6ast, D.Mustafa 10+2reb+1ast, C.Bartu 6+8reb, K.Sefa 6+13reb, B.Metin 6+8reb+2ast, P.Omer 4+1reb+2ast Turk Telekom - Bursaspor 63-59 Very important is a road loss of second ranked Bursaspor (8-5) against ninth ranked Turk Telekom (5-8) on Monday night. Visiting Bursaspor was defeated by Turk Telekom in a tough game in Ankara 59-63. Turk Telekom held Bursaspor to an opponent 24.1 percent shooting from the field compared to 41.0 percent accuracy of the winners. Center Arda Ozdogan (202-2005) nailed a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and Erim Lif (-2005) accounted for 15 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Mehmet Atalan (198-2003) came up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds and Berkan Baykurt (-2006) added 19 points and 5 steals respectively for Bursaspor in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Turk Telekom moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Bursaspor at the other side keeps the second position with five games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Turk Telekom will play against Selcuklu (#10) on the road in the next round. Bursaspor will play against the league's second-placed Besiktas (#2) in Istanbul and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Turk Telekom: O.Arda 17+10reb+4ast, L.Erim 15+5reb+3ast, B.Baran 7+9reb, C.Civan 7+7reb, K.Mert 6+1reb+1ast, C.Yagiz 5+2reb+4ast Bursaspor: B.Berkan 19+3reb+3ast, A.Mehmet 18+11reb+1ast, N.Osman 5+8reb, B.Erhan 5+6reb+3ast, D.Ege 4+2reb, C.Muhammed 2+2ast Besiktas - Merkezefendi 97-90 The game between closely ranked teams ended with fifth ranked Besiktas' (8-5) home victory over 6th ranked Merkezefendi (5-8) 97-90 on Monday. Yusuf Gunduz (-2004) fired a double-double by scoring 19 points and 17 rebounds for the winners. Ahmet Ozbek (-2005) chipped in 17 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Atahan Altiok (198-2004) produced 21 points and 9 rebounds and Yigit Bayer (-2006) added 11 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Five Besiktas and four Merkezefendi players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Besiktas have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. Merkezefendi lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with eight games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Besiktas will meet at home Bursaspor (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Merkezefendi will play against Pinar Karsiyaka and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Besiktas: G.Yusuf 19+17reb+1ast, O.Ahmet 17+7reb+4ast, A.Yagiz 15+3reb+3ast, E.Ata 15+8reb+2ast, B.Ege 14+4reb, E.Eren 10+5reb+3ast Merkezefendi: A.Atahan 21+9reb+1ast, T.Tuna 15+2reb+5ast, Y.Batu 14+8reb+1ast, K.Cinar 11+1reb, B.Yigit 11+8reb+5ast, L.Kelvin 5+13reb+1ast Anadolu Efes - Tesvikiye 91-70 There was no surprise in Istanbul where 7th ranked Tesvikiye (5-8) was outplayed by leader Anadolu Efes (13-0) 91-70 on Friday. Anadolu Efes dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Tesvikiye's 24. They outrebounded Tesvikiye 47-31 including 18 on the offensive glass. Anadolu Efes looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Center Mehmet Demirel (214-2005) fired a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Baha Korkmaz (-2004) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds. Orkun Cavusoglu (-2004) produced 13 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and Arda Uzuner (-2005) added 12 points respectively for lost side. Five Anadolu Efes and four Tesvikiye 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. Anadolu Efes have an impressive series of thirteen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 13-0 record, which they share with Gaziantep. Loser Tesvikiye dropped to the sixth position with eight games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Anadolu Efes will meet at home Petkim Spor (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Tesvikiye will play against Darussafaka in Istanbul and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Anadolu Efes: D.Mehmet 15+11reb+1ast, E.Tunca 14+6reb+3ast, A.Salih 12+6reb, O.Kaan 11+1reb+5ast, K.Baha 10+12reb+1ast, D.Berkay 9+3reb+2ast Tesvikiye: C.Orkun 13+7reb+5ast, U.Arda 12+3reb+2ast, S.Boran 12+1reb+3ast, S.Yakup 10+6reb, O.Kutay 8+2reb+4ast, T.Berkay 8+5reb+1ast Darussafaka - Pinar Karsiyaka 71-61 Very important is a road loss of second ranked Pinar Karsiyaka (8-5) against fifth ranked Darussafaka (8-5) on Saturday night. Visiting Pinar Karsiyaka was defeated by Darussafaka in Istanbul 71-61. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Pinar Karsiyaka. Forward Ege Akcay (198-2006) fired 18 points and 6 assists for the winners. Mehmet Teoman (-2005) chipped in 13 points. Ilkay Cevizci (-2005) produced 17 points and 4 assists and Huseyin Sevig (-2005) added 19 points respectively for lost side. Pinar Karsiyaka's coach Mehmet Ersoz rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Darussafaka moved-up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams including defeated Pinar Karsiyaka. Darussafaka will meet at home Tesvikiye (#8) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Pinar Karsiyaka will play against Merkezefendi (#6) in Denizl and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Darussafaka: A.Ege 18+2reb+6ast, T.Mehmet 13+3reb+3ast, A.Emre 9+6reb, E.Mehmet 8+6reb, C.Bugra 7+6reb+2ast, Y.Mustafa 7+5reb Pinar Karsiyaka: S.Huseyin 19+4reb+2ast, C.Ilkay 17+4reb+4ast, E.Eylem 8+10reb+3ast, B.Emir 5+5reb, Y.Efe 4+1reb, Y.Egemen 4+3reb Aliaga Petkim - Selcuklu 104-63 No shocking result in a game in Izmir where eighth ranked Petkim Spor (5-8) outleveled bottom-ranked Selcuklu (0-13) 104-63 on Sunday. Petkim Spor dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Selcuklu's 36 and made 26-of-31 free shots (83.9 percent) during the game, while Selcuklu only scored six points from the stripe. Petkim Spor forced 25 Selcuklu turnovers and had a 33-21 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 36 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by Selcuklu's players. Yigit Kaba (-2006) fired a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!), 12 rebounds and 6 assists (made all of his twelve free throws !!!) for the winners. Aytac Sola (-2006) chipped in 12 points, 9 assists and 4 steals. Mehmet Turkmen (-2005) produced a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and Iranian point guard Mohammadbasir Momeni (-2004) added 11 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Petkim Spor moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Selcuklu still closes the standings with 13 games lost. Petkim Spor will meet league's leader Anadolu Efes in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Selcuklu will play against Turk Telekom (#9) and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Aliaga Petkim: K.Yigit 35+12reb+6ast, K.Demir 15+7reb+3ast, S.Alp 14+4reb+7ast, S.Aytac 12+4reb+9ast, D.Demir 9+2reb, T.Murat 6+9reb+5ast Selcuklu: T.Mehmet 20+10reb+1ast, M.Ekrem 18+2reb, M.Mohammadbasir 11+6reb+7ast, E.Erdemalp 10+4reb+4ast, P.Abdurrahman 2+3reb, K.Mehmet 2 Galatasaray - Manisa 93-84 Very expected game in Istanbul where 10th ranked Manisa Izmir (2-11) was defeated by fifth ranked Galatasaray (8-5) 93-84 on Saturday. Galatasaray dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Manisa Izmir's 30. Galatasaray forced 22 Manisa Izmir turnovers. Ata Gul (-2005) fired a double-double by scoring 10 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists for the winners. Berke Ismailcebi (-2004) chipped in 16 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Mert Oren (-2006) produced 19 points and 8 assists and Kaan Bozkurt (-2003) added 15 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Galatasaray and four Manisa Izmir players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Galatasaray moved-up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Manisa Izmir keeps the tenth position with 11 games lost. Galatasaray will meet league's second-placed Tofas in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Manisa Izmir's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Izmir Ozel Gelisim Koleji. Top scorers: Galatasaray: I.Berke 16+7reb+1ast, O.Rafi 16+2reb+1ast, C.Altan 14+5reb+1ast, A.Talha 13+1ast, G.Ata 10+6reb+12ast, O.Ismet 7+4reb+1ast Manisa: O.Mert 19+2reb+8ast, B.Kaan 15+8reb, G.Hasip 14+2reb+1ast, A.Mustafa 12+5reb, K.Mert 8+3reb+1ast, A.Musa 6+5reb |
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Coincidentally all hosts won their games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Cagdas BS (13-2) in Bursa on Saturday night. Visitors were edged by sixth ranked Final Spor (10-5) 76-74. It ended at the same time the 12-game winning streak of Cagdas BS. It was a great evening for American LaceDarius Dunn (193-1987, college: Baylor) who led his team to a victory scoring 15 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Jamaican power forward Clint Robinson (203-1994, college: UIC) helped adding 14 points and 10 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American point guard Chris Warren (177-1988, college: Ole Miss) with 23 points and 5 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Final Spor have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with TED Ankara and Sigortam.net. Newly promoted Cagdas BS still keeps top position with two games lost. They share it with Mersin. Final Spor's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Bursa Gemlik. Important game to mention about took place in Istanbul. Twelfth ranked Haremspor (6-9) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 9th ranked Kocaeli (6-9) 92-89 in the game for the ninth place. It was an exceptional evening for Montenegrin center Gligorije Rakocevic (211-1995, college: Oregon St.) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds. Donte Clark accounted for 24 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Forward Murat Erensoy (201-1991) came up with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds for Kocaeli in the defeat. Haremspor moved-up to ninth place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Kocaeli. Haremspor will play against bottom-ranked Bornova (#16) in Izmir in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Kocaeli will play on the road against the league's second-placed Mersin (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Fifth ranked TED Ankara (10-5) crushed at home 11th ranked Fenerbahce 2 (6-9) by 20 points 105-85, which is the biggest margin this round on Friday night. The best player for the winners was Omer Kucuk who had a triple-double by scoring 23 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Marreon Jackson who recorded 19 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. TED Ankara moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Final Spor and Sigortam.net. Newly promoted Fenerbahce 2 dropped to the ninth position with nine games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. TED Ankara's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Ankara to the arena Mamak. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 15: Mamak lost to Sigortam.net on the opponent's court 59-70. Balikesir managed to outperform Antalya in a home game 87-71. Gemlik recorded a loss to Mersin on the road 83-70. Samsunspor defeated OGM Orman on its own court 85-73. Bornova was beaten by Yalovaspor in a road game 84-79. The most impressive stats of the last round was 25 points and 4 assists by Utku Saraloglu of Haremspor. TED Ankara - Fenerbahce 2 105-85 Fifth ranked TED Ankara (10-5) crushed at home 11th ranked Fenerbahce 2 (6-9) by 20 points 105-85, which is the biggest margin this round on Friday night. TED Ankara made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. TED Ankara had a 33-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. The best player for the winners was point guard Omer Kucuk (188-2001) who had a triple-double by scoring 23 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists. American center Brandon Walters (208-1995, college: MTSU) chipped in 27 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists (on 11-of-12 shooting from the field). Five TED Ankara players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Marreon Jackson (185, college: Arizona St.) who recorded 19 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and the other American import swingman DShawn Schwartz (201-1999, college: GMU) added 23 points and 5 rebounds respectively. TED Ankara moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Final Spor and Sigortam.net. Newly promoted Fenerbahce 2 dropped to the ninth position with nine games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. TED Ankara's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Ankara to the arena Mamak. Top scorers: TED Ankara: B.Walters 27+9reb+4ast, O.Kucuk 23+11reb+11ast, K.Sariaslan 17+3reb+4ast, A.Kaya 17+3reb+1ast, C.Dalgali 10+4reb+3ast, S.Gibson 7+2ast Fenerbahce 2: D.Schwartz 23+5reb+2ast, I.Avsar 19+4reb+2ast, M.Jackson 19+6reb+7ast, B.Bayar 9+10reb+2ast, G.Burak 5+2reb+3ast, I.Karabilen 4+2reb+1ast Sigortam.net - Mamak 70-59 Rather expected game in Balikesir where 8th ranked Mamak (6-9) was defeated by fifth ranked Sigortam.net (10-5) 70-59 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was forward Gokhan Yazicioglu (200-1990) who scored 17 points and 9 rebounds. American guard Sherron Dorsey-Walker (195-1993, college: Oakland) chipped in 17 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Myles Mack (178-1993, college: Rutgers) who recorded 21 points, 6 assists and 4 steals and the other American import Carlton Bragg Jr (208-1995, college: N.Mexico) added 9 points and 12 rebounds respectively. Mamak's coach Murat Dikmen rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Sigortam.net have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with TED Ankara and Final Spor. Mamak at the other side dropped to the ninth position with nine games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Sigortam.net will meet at home Antalya (#15) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Mamak's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Ankara TED Ankara. Top scorers: Sigortam.net: S.Dorsey-Walker 17+5reb, G.Yazicioglu 17+9reb+3ast, S.Mentese 15+4reb+2ast, U.Gecen 9+1reb+7ast, C.Sekeroglu 6+8reb+2ast, H.Kandemir 5+1reb+2ast Mamak: M.Mack 21+1reb+6ast, O.Sahin 10+4reb, C.Bragg Jr. 9+12reb+3ast, G.Demirli 6, U.Atin 5+6reb+3ast, G.Akkoyunlu 5+2reb+2ast Balikesir - Antalya 87-71 Very predictable result when ninth ranked Balikesir (7-8) defeated at home 15th ranked Antalya (2-13) 87-71 on Saturday. Balikesir dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Antalya's 22. They outrebounded Antalya 40-23 including 30 on the defensive glass. Balikesir looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was Berke Aygunduz (196-1998) who scored 20 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. American guard Kahlil Dukes (183-1995, college: Niagara) chipped in 16 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Balikesir players scored in double figures. Balikesir's coach Ozan Bulkaz used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Dogancan Topcuoglu (-2001) who recorded 17 points and 6 assists and Berkan Aksu (204-2001) added 17 points respectively. Balikesir moved-up to eighth place. Antalya lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Bornova. Balikesir will meet at home OGM Orman (#13) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Antalya will play against Sigortam.net in Balikesir and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Balikesir: B.Aygunduz 20+8reb+5ast, K.Dukes 16+6reb+7ast, R.Pekovic 11+7reb+1ast, S.Ergin 10+2reb+1ast, M.Mutlu 7+9reb+5ast, B.Isik 7+5reb+1ast Antalya: B.Aksu 17+4reb, T.Dogancan 17+2reb+6ast, G.Gokbay 12+4reb, K.Adnan 6+6reb+1ast, A.Guney 6+3reb+4ast, Y.Cankaya 5+2reb+2ast Final Spor - Cagdas BS 76-74 The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Cagdas BS (13-2) in Bursa on Saturday night. Visitors were edged by sixth ranked Final Spor (10-5) 76-74. It ended at the same time the 12-game winning streak of Cagdas BS. It was a great evening for American LaceDarius Dunn (193-1987, college: Baylor) who led his team to a victory scoring 15 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Jamaican power forward Clint Robinson (203-1994, college: UIC) helped adding 14 points and 10 rebounds. Four Final Spor players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American point guard Chris Warren (177-1988, college: Ole Miss) with 23 points and 5 assists and Hakan Yapar (202-1984) scored 7 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Final Spor have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with TED Ankara and Sigortam.net. Newly promoted Cagdas BS still keeps top position with two games lost. They share it with Mersin. Final Spor's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Bursa Gemlik. Top scorers: Final Spor: L.Dunn 15+6reb+6ast, C.Robinson 14+10reb, M.Basturk 13+1ast, T.Alp Altunbey 11+8reb+1ast, O.Sancakli 8+3reb+2ast, H.Civan 6+3reb Cagdas BS: C.Warren 23+3reb+5ast, E.Ilter 13+5reb+1ast, M.Ozdogan 11+1reb+1ast, H.Cavit 10+1reb+3ast, H.Yapar 7+6reb+7ast, H.Spencer 5+9reb Mersin - Gemlik 83-70 Not a big story in a game when 14th ranked Gemlik (3-12) was defeated on the road by second ranked Mersin (13-2) 83-70 on Sunday. Mersin forced 20 Gemlik turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Mersin made 9 blocks. The best player for the winners was Ogulcan Baykan (196-1996) who scored 20 points. The former international point guard Kevin Kaspar (183-1992, college: WKU) chipped in 11 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Jeremy Sheppard (185-1997, college: URI, agency: Mansfield and Associates) who recorded 16 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and Batin Tuna (197-2003) added 10 points and 11 rebounds respectively. Four Gemlik players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Mersin used an opportunity after Cagdas BS lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Gemlik at the other side keeps the fourteenth place with 12 games lost. Mersin will meet at home Kocaeli (#12) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Gemlik's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Bursa to the arena Final Spor. Top scorers: Mersin: O.Baykan 20+1reb+2ast, B.Genc 11+6reb, K.Kaspar 11+5reb+3ast, M.Kizil 10+4reb+1ast, A.Jones 8+5reb+5ast, R.Dogrusoz 7+1reb+5ast Gemlik: J.Sheppard 16+6reb+8ast, C.Enis 13+2reb, O.Sirin 10+6reb+4ast, T.Batin 10+11reb+3ast, D.Foster 8+7reb+1ast, U.Egemen 5+2reb+1ast Samsunspor - OGM Orman 85-73 Everything went according to plan when third ranked Samsunspor (12-3) beat at home 13th ranked OGM Orman (5-10) 85-73 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was guard Dogukan Sanli (191-1995) who scored 27 points. Senegalese center Abdoulaye Gueye (206-1994, college: Georgia Tech) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Utku Yucedag (198-1994) who recorded a double-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and point guard Furkan Ayca (185-1999) added 11 points and 4 assists respectively. Samsunspor maintains third place with 12-3 record behind leader Cagdas BS. OGM Orman lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth position with ten games lost. Samsunspor will meet at home league's leader Cagdas BS in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. OGM Orman will play against Balikesir (#8) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Samsunspor: D.Sanli 27+3reb+2ast, A.Gueye 16+8reb+1ast, M.Wright 16+3reb+3ast, G.Bas 9+10reb+1ast, M.Sert 7+2reb, E.Yasar 6+3reb+2ast OGM Orman: U.Yucedag 25+10reb+4ast, F.Ayca 11+2reb+4ast, A.Peker 8+1reb+2ast, M.Atar 8+3reb+1ast, B.Mbala 7+4reb+1ast, B.Erol 7+5reb+3ast Yalovaspor - Bornova 84-79 There was no surprise when 15th ranked Bornova (2-13) was defeated on the road by seventh ranked Yalovaspor (9-6) 84-79 on Sunday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Yalovaspor made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was Lamont Jones (183-1990, college: Iona) who scored 29 points and 6 assists (went 13 for 13 at the free throw line !!!). Center Jamuni McNeace (208-1996, college: Oklahoma) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points, 13 rebounds and 4 blocks. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Troy Franklin (183-1989, college: Coppin St.) who recorded a double-double by scoring 22 points and 13 assists and power forward Brandon Huffman (208-1998, college: JSU) added 20 points and 16 rebounds respectively. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Yalovaspor have a solid series of three victories in a row. Newly promoted Yalovaspor maintains seventh place with 9-6 record. Bornova lost eighth consecutive game. They dropped to the bottom position with 13 games lost. They share it with Antalya. Yalovaspor will meet at home Fenerbahce 2 (#11) in the next round. Bornova will play against Haremspor (#10) in Istanbul and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Yalovaspor: L.Jones 29+3reb+6ast, J.McNeace 17+13reb+2ast, M.Kapucu 11+9reb+2ast, S.Topcu 7+2reb+3ast, E.Bayrak 6+2reb+1ast, S.Gondur 5+1reb+1ast Bornova: H.Inanc 28+6reb, T.Franklin 22+2reb+13ast, B.Huffman 20+16reb, G.Oguzhan 4+3reb, S.Senturk 3+2reb+3ast, O.Cagatay 2+2reb Haremspor - Kocaeli 92-89 Important game to mention about took place in Istanbul. Twelfth ranked Haremspor (6-9) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 9th ranked Kocaeli (6-9) 92-89 in the game for the ninth place. Haremspor made 18-of-20 charity shots (90.0 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Montenegrin center Gligorije Rakocevic (211-1995, college: Oregon St.) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds. American guard Donte Clark (194-1994, college: Texas Southern) accounted for 24 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) for the winning side. Forward Murat Erensoy (201-1991) came up with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds and the former international point guard Ibrahim Yildirim (190-1990) added 17 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists respectively for Kocaeli in the defeat. Five Kocaeli players scored in double figures. Haremspor moved-up to ninth place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Kocaeli. Haremspor will play against bottom-ranked Bornova (#16) in Izmir in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Kocaeli will play on the road against the league's second-placed Mersin (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Haremspor: U.Saraloglu 25+4reb+4ast, D.Clark 24+6reb+5ast, G.Rakocevic 24+11reb+3ast, G.Karabiyik 7+1ast, Y.Ali 6+1reb+1ast, I.Turkyilmaz 4+5reb+7ast Kocaeli: M.Erensoy 24+12reb, I.Yildirim 17+6reb+8ast, D.Buie 16+3reb+9ast, N.Banyard 14+9reb+1ast, U.Mert 12+4reb+4ast, B.Dilmac 6+3reb |
| Kaba number one in Turkey U19 League for round 13 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Yigit Kaba (2006) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Aliaga Petkim, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 13. The 16-year old player had a double-double of 35 points and 12 rebounds, while his team outclassed, the league's bottom-ranked team Selcuklu (#10, 0-13) with 41-point margin 104-63. Aliaga Petkim is placed at 7th position in Turkish U19 League. Aliaga Petkim is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 5-8 record. In the team's last game Kaba had a remarkable 76.9% from 2-point range. It's his second year at Aliaga Petkim and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Yigit Kaba averages this season 11.6ppg and 8.2rpg. The second best player in last round's games was young Emir Sivas (176-G-2005) of league's leader Gaziantep. Sivas had a very good evening with a double-double of 25 points and 10 assists. Of course he led Gaziantep to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Buyukcekmece (#7, 4-9) 105-84. Of course Gaziantep still keep Group A's top spot. He plays for the best team in the league and Gaziantep managed to win all 13 games keeping a perfect record. Sivas is one of the most experienced players at Gaziantep and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third on the list of top players last round was Yusuf Gunduz (2004) of league's second-best Besiktas. Gunduz scored 19 points and grabbed seventeen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Besiktas, leading his team to a 97-90 win against the lower-ranked Merkezefendi (#6, 5-8). Besiktas needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in Group B. Their record at this point is 8 victories and 5 lost games. Gunduz has a very solid season. In 9 games in Turkey he scored 7.6ppg. He also has 7.2rpg and FGP: 53.1%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Arda Birkeser (2005) of Gaziantep - 19 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Ulkuhan Ozkan (2004) of Buyukcekmece - 23 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Ozgur Cengiz (185-G-2005) of Tofas - 16 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists 7. Mert Oren (2006) of Manisa - 19 points, 2 rebounds and 8 assists 8. Turan Altunbas (2005) of Gaziantep - 23 points and 5 rebounds 9. Ata Gul (2005) of Galatasaray - 10 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists 10. Emir Gokyildirim (2003) of Gelisim Koleji - 10 points, 12 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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| Walters number one in Turkish TBL for round 15 - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 27-year old player was the main contributor (27 points, nine rebounds and four assists) to his team's victory, helping them to crush Fenerbahce 2 (#11, 6-9) with 20-point margin 105-85. TED Ankara maintains the 5th position in Turkish TBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. TED Ankara will need more victories to improve their 10-5 record. In the team's last game Walters had a remarkable 90.9% from 2-point range. He turned to be TED Ankara's top player in his first season with the team. Former Middle Tennessee State University star has very solid stats this year. Walters is in league's top in points (4th best: 20.5ppg), rebounds (2nd best: 9.8rpg) and averages impressive 1.1bpg and 65.3% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was another TED Ankara's star - young Omer Kucuk (188-PG-2001). Kucuk had a very good evening with a triple-double of 23 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists. Of course together with Walters he helped TED Ankara with another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Fenerbahce 2 (#11, 6-9) 105-85. TED Ankara's 5th position in the standings has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 10-5 record is not bad and everything may still change. Kucuk is a newcomer at TED Ankara, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was Montenegrin center Gligorije Rakocevic (211-C-1995) of Haremspor (#10). Rakocevic scored 24 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Haremspor, leading his team to a 92-89 win against Kocaeli (6-9). Rakocevic has a very solid season. In 15 games in Turkey he scored 15.6ppg. He also has 7.5rpg and FGP: 52.2%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Murat Erensoy (201-F-1991) of Kocaeli - 24 points and 12 rebounds 5. Jamuni McNeace (208-C-1996) of Yalovaspor - 17 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Utku Yucedag (198-F-1994) of OGM Orman - 25 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Inanc Hotamis (203-PF-2001) of Bornova - 28 points and 6 rebounds 8. Dogukan Sanli (191-G-1995) of Samsunspor - 27 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Utku Saraloglu (188-G-1996) of Haremspor - 25 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Brandon Huffman (208-F/C-1998) of Bornova - 20 points and 16 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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| Demetre Rivers gets MVP of the Week award for Turkish BSL - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 27-year old forward had a double-double of 26 points and fifteen rebounds, while his team beat Besiktas (#16, 3-12) 82-69. The game was not the highest importance and did not have significant influence on top of the standings. Buyukcekmece is placed at 13th position in Turkish BSL. Buyukcekmece is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 5-10 record. In the team's last game Rivers had a remarkable six three-pointers out of 7 attempts. He turned to be Buyukcekmece's top player in his first season with the team. Demetre Rivers averages this season 12.1ppg and 6.1rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Senegalese center Boubacar Toure (213-C-1995) of Tofas. Toure impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 28 points and 10 rebounds. Bad luck as Tofas lost that game 84-89 to the higher-ranked Bahcesehir (#7, 8-7). Tofas managed to keep the same 11th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 6-9 record. Toure is a newcomer at Tofas 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 Italian Angelo Caloiaro (203-F-1989, agency: Pensack Sports) of Galatasaray (#9). Caloiaro showcased his all-around game by recording 24 points, eight rebounds and four assists in the last round. Despite Caloiaro's great performance Galatasaray lost 72-85 to the lower-ranked Manisa (#15, 4-11). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Galatasaray ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 8 games, recording just seven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Caloiaro could help Galatasaray to bring them higher in the standings. Caloiaro has a very solid season. In 15 games in Turkey he scored 13.3ppg. He also has 6.6rpg and FGP: 68.2%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Damyean Dotson (196-G/F-1994) of Gaziantep - 30 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Ricky Tarrant (188-PG-1993) of Manisa - 24 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists 6. Tyrique Jones (206-F/C-1997) of Turk Telekom - 20 points and 10 rebounds 7. Jordan Morgan (204-C-1991) of Konyaspor - 18 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Shane Larkin (182-G-1992) of Anadolu Efes - 17 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists 9. Jerian Grant (196-G-1992) of Turk Telekom - 20 points, 2 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Angel Delgado (208-PF-1994) of Pinar Karsiyaka - 14 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)
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| Besiktas welcome back Whitehead, ex Ludwigsburg - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu | ||||
In 2016 he was drafted by Utah Jazz (NBA) in second round (42nd overall). The former Seton Hall University standout is in his seventh season in pro basketball. Whitehead is a very experienced player. He has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to six different countries on three different continents (Europe, Asia and of course North America). Whitehead has played previously professionally in Kazakhstan (Astana), Montenegro (Mornar), Russia (Lokomotiv), NBA (Brooklyn Nets), NBA G League (Grand Rapids Gold and Long Island Nets) and NBA Summer League (Portland Trail Blazers). Among many awards he played in the final of Turkish U19 League in 2022. He was voted to Big East All-Rookie Team back in 2015. Whitehead's game is described as: A versatile guard who has talent and the typical personality and leadership of NY guards. His future is bright, probably at the PG. |
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| Stanislav Tymofeyenko gets MVP of the Week award for Ukrainian Superleague - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 33-year old forward had a double-double of 25 points and fourteen rebounds, while his team beat BIPA O. (#2, 11-3) 80-66. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Dnipro maintains the 4th position in Ukrainian Superleague. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Dnipro will need more victories to improve their 10-5 record. In the team's last game Tymofeyenko had a remarkable 80.0% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Dnipro, through which he has constantly improved. Tymofeyenko has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (6th best: 15.6ppg), rebounds (6th best: 8.1rpg) and averages solid 64.4% FGP and 40.8% from behind 3-point line. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young point guard Mykhailo Horobchenko (185-PG-1998, agency: BIG) of Polit-Halychyna. Horobchenko impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 25 points and 15 assists. Of course he led Polit-Halychyna to another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Hoverla (#6, 5-10) 92-56. Polit-Halychyna's 5th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 6-7 record. Horobchenko is a newcomer at Polit-Halychyna 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 14.2ppg (#8). He also recorded 6.1 assists per game. The third best performed player last round was Vitaliy Telcharov (181-PG-1996) of Zaporizhye (#9). Telcharov scored 23 points and passed six assists. Despite Telcharov's great performance Zaporizhye lost 66-73 to slightly higher-ranked Stariy Lutsk (#7, 4-12). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Zaporizhye can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have extremely bad season and 2-14 record places them at the very bottom of the standings. Telcharov has individually a great season in Ukraine. After 16 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 5.1apg (3rd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Anton Musiyenko (192-G/F-1997) of Kyiv Basket - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Maksim Sandul (207-F/C-1991) of Budivelnyk - 13 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Vladlen Berezhnyy (199-F-1995) of Polit-Halychyna - 19 points and 10 rebounds 7. Sergii Skira (210-C-2000) of Cherkasy - 17 points and 10 rebounds 8. Sergii Pryimak (204-G/F-1996) of Budivelnyk - 14 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Vadim Zaplotinskiy (200-F-1997) of Kyiv Basket - 14 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Maksym Zakurdaev (196-PG-1993) of Dnipro - 23 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Latinbasket.com All-United Cup Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Taco Bell Finals MVP:  Jefry Arias (182-G-1997) of FenixFelipe Lopez Player of the Year Award:  James Milton (203-F-1992) of ImmortalsGuard of the Year: Jefry Arias (182-G-1997) of FenixForward of the Year:  Juan Valenzuela (191-SG-1997) of FenixCenter of the Year: James Milton (203-F-1992) of ImmortalsDomestic Player of the Year: Jefry Arias (182-G-1997) of FenixDefensive Player of the Year: Yensi Jimenez (189-G-1998) of FenixCoach of the Year: Jermaine Barnes of Immortals
First Team MaJic Dorsey (185-G) of Belize Jefry Arias (182-G-1997) of Fenix Juan Valenzuela (191-SG-1997) of Fenix James Milton (203-F-1992) of Immortals Edwin Espinal (198-F-1993) of Immortals
Second Team Angel Rivas (198-F-1993) of Immortals Yensi Jimenez (189-G-1998) of Fenix David Thompson (183-PG) of Belize Marquis Barnes (6'0''-PG-1986) of Atlanta S. DeJon Waters Jr. (190-G-1997) of Costa RicaHonorable Mention Josh White (6'4''-F) of Atlanta S. Daniel Shedden (193-F-1996) of Santiago Basket Ameht Gil (191-SG-1989) of Immortals Bryan Garcia (190-F-1995) of Immortals Domont Wright (203-F/C) of ImmortalsAll-Domestic Players Team Daniel Shedden (193-F-1996) of Santiago Basket Angel Rivas (198-F-1993) of Immortals Jefry Arias (182-G-1997) of Fenix Juan Valenzuela (191-SG-1997) of Fenix Edwin Espinal (198-F-1993) of Immortals |
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| KR Reykjavik signs Antonio Williams, ex Plymouth P. - by Dimitri Chelidze | ||||
He is quite an experienced player. Williams has played also professionally in Canada (Ottawa), Estonia (Tallinna Kalev), Switzerland, and The Basketball Tournament (Mid-American Unity). He won ICCAC D1 championship titles in 2017 and 2018. Williams was voted to MAC All-Defensive Team back in 2020. He graduated from Kent State in 2020 and it is his third season as a professional player. |
| Burns comes back to London Lightning, ex Caledonia G. - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He is quite experienced player. Burns has played also professionally in Bulgaria (Beroe), Poland (Twarde Pierniki), NBA G League (Austin Spurs and Maine Celtics) and The Basketball Tournament (Ex Pats). His team won Patriot League Tournament in 2019 and 2021. He was voted All-Patriot League Player of the Year in 2021. Burns graduated from Colgate University in 2021 and it is his second season as a professional player. |
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| L.Borges add Morales to their roster - by Igor Obradovic | ||||
Morales is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Argentina (Instituto and San Martin), Iran, Mexico (Halcones UV Xalapa), Puerto Rico (Capitanes), Venezuela (Cocodrilos) and Uruguay (Moralesbraica, Olimpia and Bigua). He won Uruguay LUB championship title in 2008, 2009, 2013, 2016, 2017 and 2020. Morales was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Uruguay LUB Guard of the Year back in 2005 and 2018. It's very possible he may end his playing career at L.Borges. He graduated from Texas A&M University in 2004 and it is his 19th (!!!) season as a professional player. |
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| Round 21: MBA Moscow beat Zenit by one after a very close game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 21 in the VTB United League took place in Moscow. This derby game ended with only one-point defeat on the road of 3rd placed Zenit (16-5) to fourth ranked MBA Moscow (13-8) 76-75 on Monday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Zenit. MBA Moscow looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a good game for Evgeny Valiev (205-1990, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) who saved his team from a defeat with 16 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Daniil Kasatkin (200-1999, college: Penn St., agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) contributed with 17 points and 5 assists for the winners. Sergey Karasev (201-1993) answered with 24 points and 6 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) for Zenit. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. MBA Moscow maintains fourth place with 13-8 record. Defending Russian champion Zenit keeps the third position with five games lost. MBA Moscow are looking forward to face N.Novgorod (#5) in Nizhny Novgorod in the next round. Zenit will play on the road against the league's leader CSKA in Moscow and it may be a tough game between close rivals. One of the most interesting games of round 21 was a derby match between two teams from Russia. The game took place in Nizhny Novgorod where fifth ranked N.Novgorod won against visiting Parma-Pari (8-13) 78-73. Serbian power forward Dragan Apic (206-1995) stepped up and scored 19 points and 8 rebounds for the winners and Alexander Chadov chipped in 13 points and 5 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American guard Justin Roberson (187-1993, college: ULM) with 22 points and 4 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. N.Novgorod maintains fifth place with 12-9 record. Parma-Pari at the other side dropped to the seventh position with 13 games lost. They share it with Samara. N.Novgorod will play against higher ranked MBA Moscow (#4) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Parma-Pari will play against Enisey and hopes to get back on the winning track. One of the most interesting games of round 21 was a derby match between two teams from Russia. The game took place in Krasnoyarsk where tenth ranked Enisey won against visiting Avtodor (7-14) 88-84. Angelo Warner nailed 14 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists for the winning side. Danilo Nikolic came up with 20 points and 5 rebounds for Avtodor in the defeat. Enisey maintains tenth place with 6-15 record. Avtodor lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with 14 games lost. Enisey will meet higher ranked Parma-Pari (#8) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Avtodor will play against the league's second-placed UNICS where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. There were no big surprises in other games of round 21: Astana lost to undefeated CSKA on the road 72-100. Lokomotiv won against BC Minsk on its own court 74-56. UNICS managed to outperform Samara in Kazan 86-74. CSKA - Astana 100-72 No shocking result in a game when leader Russian CSKA (21-0) crushed 11th ranked Kazakhstan Astana (4-17) in Moscow 100-72 on Saturday. CSKA made 18-of-21 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game, while Astana only scored two points from the stripe. They outrebounded Astana 37-23 including a 29-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. CSKA 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. Serbian center Nikola Milutinov (213-1994) nailed a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds for the winning side and Belarusian forward Anton Astapkovich (202-1994) accounted for 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. American point guard Markell Johnson (188-1998, college: NC State) came up with 20 points and 4 assists and the other American import forward Michael Myers (206-1992, college: UMES) added 12 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Astana in the defeat. Five CSKA and four Astana 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. CSKA have an impressive series of twenty one victories in a row. They maintain first place with 21-0 record. Defending Kazakhstan champion Astana keeps the eleventh position with 17 games lost. CSKA will meet at home Zenit (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Astana will play against Lokomotiv (#6) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Astana: M.Johnson 20+1reb+4ast, M.Myers 12+7reb+3ast, R.Murzagaliyev 10+1reb+3ast, M.Marchuk 10+3reb, V.Likhodey 7+4reb, K.Vaughn 6+1reb+4ast CSKA: N.Milutinov 15+11reb+2ast, D.Moore 13+1reb+2ast, A.Astapkovich 13+7reb+4ast, A.Shved 13+2reb+5ast, L.Jean-Charles 10+4reb, C.Ware 10+1reb N.Novgorod - Parma-Pari 78-73 One of the most interesting games of round 21 was a derby match between two teams from Russia. The game took place in Nizhny Novgorod where fifth ranked N.Novgorod won against visiting Parma-Pari (8-13) 78-73. N.Novgorod made 19-of-25 charity shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Parma-Pari was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Serbian power forward Dragan Apic (206-1995) stepped up and scored 19 points and 8 rebounds for the winners and forward Alexander Chadov (202-2001, agency: BeoBasket) chipped in 13 points and 5 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American guard Justin Roberson (187-1993, college: ULM) with 22 points and 4 assists and the other American import swingman Isaiah Reese (196-1996, college: Canisius, agency: Slash Sports) scored 12 points and 6 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. N.Novgorod maintains fifth place with 12-9 record. Parma-Pari at the other side dropped to the seventh position with 13 games lost. They share it with Samara. N.Novgorod will play against higher ranked MBA Moscow (#4) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Parma-Pari will play against Enisey and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Parma-Pari: J.Roberson 22+4reb+4ast, I.Reese 12+2reb+6ast, A.Platunov 10+1ast, M.Dime 9+8reb, J.James 7+1reb, T.Ongwae 6+2reb+1ast N.Novgorod: D.Apic 19+8reb+1ast, C.Alexander 13+5reb, M.Salash 11+3reb, E.Baburin 9+3reb+1ast, N.Rebic 7+3reb+1ast, D.Khvostov 6+2reb+5ast Lokomotiv - BC Minsk 74-56 Very expected game when 12th ranked Belarusian BC Minsk (1-20) lost to sixth ranked Russian Lokomotiv (11-10) in Krasnodar 56-74 on Sunday. Lokomotiv forced 20 BC Minsk turnovers. Trinidad and Tobago-American swingman Devaughn Akoon-Purcell (196-1993, college: Illinois St.) nailed 17 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side and American Chris Horton (202-1994, college: Austin Peay) accounted for 6 points, 6 rebounds and 5 blocks. Cuban forward Darol Hernandez-Zinenko (207-1989) came up with 8 points and 10 rebounds and American forward Zach Smith (203-1996, college: Texas Tech) added 15 points respectively for BC Minsk in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Lokomotiv maintains sixth place with 11-10 record. BC Minsk lost tenth consecutive game. Defending Belarusian champion stay dead last with 20 lost games. Lokomotiv will meet Astana (#11) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. BC Minsk will play against Samara and hope to win that game. Top scorers: BC Minsk: Z.Smith 15+4reb, K.Daniil 10+3reb+3ast, U.Blizniuk 10+5ast, D.Hernandez-Zinenko 8+10reb+3ast, K.Sitnik 8+2reb, U.Mikulski 2+4reb+2ast Lokomotiv: D.Akoon-Purcell 17+5reb+3ast, J.Barford 11+2reb, A.Shcherbenev 10+1ast, J.Gray 7+2reb, C.Horton 6+6reb+2ast, D.Uzinskiy 6+3reb Enisey - Avtodor 88-84 One of the most interesting games of round 21 was a derby match between two teams from Russia. The game took place in Krasnoyarsk where tenth ranked Enisey won against visiting Avtodor (7-14) 88-84. Enisey made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. It was a great shooting night for Enisey especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 61.1 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American point guard Angelo Warner (188-1992, college: Morehead St.) nailed 14 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists for the winning side and Timofey Gerasimov (197-1997, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) accounted for 14 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Montenegrin center Danilo Nikolic (205-1993) came up with 20 points and 5 rebounds and American guard Malik Newman (190-1997, college: Kansas) added 18 points and 6 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) respectively for Avtodor in the defeat. Four Enisey and five Avtodor players scored in double figures. Enisey maintains tenth place with 6-15 record. Avtodor lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with 14 games lost. Enisey will meet higher ranked Parma-Pari (#8) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Avtodor will play against the league's second-placed UNICS where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Avtodor: D.Nikolic 20+5reb+1ast, M.Newman 18+6reb+2ast, B.Garrett 15+4reb+1ast, S.Machado 12+3reb+8ast, R.Zagorac 10+3reb+3ast, N.Mikhailovskii 7+1reb+1ast Enisey: A.Warner 14+7reb+8ast, T.Gerasimov 14+6reb+6ast, I.Viktorov 14+2reb+1ast, S.Balashov 12, J.Thompson IV 12+6reb, A.Babushkin 7+2reb+3ast Samara - UNICS 74-86 Very predictable result when second ranked UNICS (19-2) won against on the road 7th ranked Samara (8-13) 86-74 on Monday. They outrebounded Samara 28-17. UNICS looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American guard Daryl Macon (190-1995, college: Arkansas) nailed 20 points and 5 assists for the winning side and French Louis Labeyrie (208-1992) accounted for 18 points and 8 rebounds (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!). American swingman James Ennis (201-1990, college: LBSU) came up with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and the other American import guard Marcos Knight (191-1989, college: MTSU, agency: Slash Sports) added 15 points and 5 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) respectively for Samara in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. UNICS have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain second place with 19-2 record having just two points less than leader CSKA. Loser Samara keeps the seventh position with 13 games lost. They share it with Parma-Pari. UNICS will meet Avtodor (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Samara will play against BC Minsk and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Samara: J.Ennis 21+5reb+6ast, M.Sheleketo 16+2reb+1ast, M.Knight 15+3reb+5ast, J.Theodore 9+1reb+3ast, I.Lazarev 8+5reb, V.Pichkurov 3 UNICS: D.Macon 20+3reb+5ast, L.Labeyrie 18+8reb+1ast, A.Vorontsevich 11+2reb+1ast, N.Dimitrijevic 9+1reb+5ast, V.Hunter 9+1reb+3ast, A.Brown 8+5reb+1ast MBA Moscow - Zenit 76-75 The most exciting game of round 21 in the VTB United League took place in Moscow. This derby game ended with only one-point defeat on the road of 3rd placed Zenit (16-5) to fourth ranked MBA Moscow (13-8) 76-75 on Monday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Zenit. MBA Moscow looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a good game for Evgeny Valiev (205-1990, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) who saved his team from a defeat with 16 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Daniil Kasatkin (200-1999, college: Penn St., agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) contributed with 17 points and 5 assists for the winners. Five MBA Moscow players scored in double figures. Sergey Karasev (201-1993) answered with 24 points and 6 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and French point guard Thomas Heurtel (189-1989) added 12 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists in the effort for Zenit. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. MBA Moscow maintains fourth place with 13-8 record. Defending Russian champion Zenit keeps the third position with five games lost. MBA Moscow are looking forward to face N.Novgorod (#5) in Nizhny Novgorod in the next round. Zenit will play on the road against the league's leader CSKA in Moscow and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Zenit: S.Karasev 24+6reb+2ast, T.Heurtel 12+5reb+10ast, D.Kulagin 9+2reb+2ast, S.Toropov 8+3reb, C.Homesley 7+3reb, T.Thompkins 5+2reb+2ast MBA Moscow: D.Kasatkin 17+1reb+5ast, E.Valiev 16+7reb+3ast, M.Tikhonenko 12+5reb+3ast, A.Lopatin 10+7reb+4ast, T.Yakushin 10+6reb+2ast, S.Maksim 4+3reb+1ast |
| Labeyrie's 18 points and 8 rebounds give him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 18 points adding eight rebounds for UNICS in his team's victory, helping them to beat Samara (#7, 8-13) 86-74. UNICS maintains the 2nd position in VTB United League . UNICS has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the championship title. They improved their record to 19-2. It was one of impressive evenings for Labeyrie as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Labeyrie has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (4th best: 7.1rpg) and averages solid 70.1% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Nikola Milutinov (213-C-1994) of top-ranked CSKA. He is Serbian center in his 3rd season at CSKA. In the last game Milutinov recorded impressive double-double of 15 points and 11 rebounds. Of course he led CSKA to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Astana (#11, 4-17) 100-72. Of course CSKA still keep the league's top spot. He plays for the best team in the league and CSKA managed to win all 21 games keeping a perfect record. Milutinov is one of the most experienced players at CSKA and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 15.3ppg (#8). He also registered 8.9 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to Sergey Karasev (201-SF-1993) of Zenit (#3). Karasev scored 24 points and grabbed six rebounds. Despite Karasev's great performance Zenit lost 75-76 to #4 ranked MBA Moscow. But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The last thing Zenit needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 16 victories and 5 lost games. Karasev has a very solid season. In 19 games in VTB United League he scored 7.6ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Angelo Warner (188-PG-1992) of Enisey - 14 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists 5. Dragan Apic (206-C/F-1995) of N.Novgorod - 19 points and 8 rebounds 6. James Ennis (201-F/G-1990) of Samara - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 7. Devaughn Akoon-Purcell (196-G/F-1993) of Lokomotiv - 17 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Justin Roberson (187-G-1993) of Parma-Pari - 22 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Evgeny Valiev (205-PF-1990) of MBA Moscow - 16 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Daryl Macon (190-G-1995) of UNICS - 20 points, 3 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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| Warwick Senators re-appoint Jonelle Morley as coach - by Hugh McAuliffe |
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The Warwick Senators announced today the re-appointment of Jonelle Morley as head coach of the women's team for the 2023 NBL1 West season. Morley made her head coaching debut in 2021 and will be in charge of the Senators women's program for a third season. In 2022, Morley led the Senators to the minor premiership with an 18-2 record before guiding the team to the NBL1 West championship, defeating the Willetton Tigers 87-61 in the grand final to claim the team's first title since 1994. A week later, she guided the Senators to the NBL1 National championship in Melbourne to finish the season with 21 straight wins. Morley has been busy working with the Perth Lynx coaching staff during the 2022-23 WNBL season. She made her WNBL coaching debut filling in as the team's lead assistant last month against the Southside Flyers. The Senators' 2023 season is set to get underway on Saturday 1 April against the Eastern Suns at Warwick Stadium. Their quest to go back-to-back will be led by last year's core group of Stacey Barr, Natalie Burton, Mackenzie Clinch Hoycard and Chloe Forster. |
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| Morgan Bertsch claims Belgian Top Division Women Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 25-year old power forward had a double-double of 28 points and thirteen rebounds, while her team outclassed Laarne (#10, 1-9) with 46-point margin 97-51. It allowed Kangoeroes to consolidate first place in the Belgian Top Division Women. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is already in a full swing and Kangoeroes still have not lost a single game, getting all 10 victories. Bertsch turned to be Kangoeroes' top player in her first season with the team. University of California - Davis graduate has very impressive stats this year. Bertsch is in league's top in points (3rd best: 17.5ppg), rebounds (9th best: 7.3rpg) and averages solid 59.1% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young international forward Nastja Claessens (186-F-2004) of Waregem. Claessens impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 30 points and 12 rebounds. Bad luck as Waregem lost that game 77-83 to the higher-ranked Phantoms Boom (#4, 8-4). Waregem is still in a red zone at 7th spot in the standings. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 6-7 record. Claessens is one of the most experienced players at Waregem and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.5ppg (#4). She also registered 7.4 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was Hungarian Reka Lelik (181-G-1999) of second-ranked Castors Braine. Lelik showcased her all-around game by recording 22 points, five rebounds and five assists in the last round. She was a key player of Castors Braine, leading her team to a 77-51 easy win against the lower-ranked Kortrijk Spurs (#6, 7-5). Castors Braine is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 10-2 record is not that bad... Lelik has a great season in Belgium. After 11 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.3ppg (6th best) and assists with 3.4apg (6th best). She also has 2.5spg and and 3PT: 53.1%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Ziomara Morrison (194-C-1989) of Kangoeroes - 18 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Emilie Saucin (175-F-1999) of Namur - 15 points and 12 rebounds 6. Marjorie Carpreaux (165-PG-1987) of Namur - 19 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists 7. Lisa Berkani (176-PG-1997) of Kangoeroes - 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Wivine Defosset (170-G-2002) of Namur - 28 points and 3 rebounds 9. Asha Ndabukiye (180-C-2003) of Lummen - 11 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Janne Schillebeeks (183-SG-2001) of Lummen - 17 points and 7 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Division I Round 10: Banovici lose to Orlovi - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The biggest surprise took place in Banja Luka where host Orlovi (9-0) beat league's leader Banovici (8-1) 77-64 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Banovici. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Orlovi forced 20 Banovici turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Serbian guard Marina Ristic (168-1987) fired 17 points and 8 assists for the winners. Guard Sanja Radulovic (176-2001) chipped in 20 points and 4 assists. American guard Aaliyah Dunham (165-1999, college: Marshall) produced 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. Undefeated Orlovi have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. Banovici at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Orlovi. Banovici will play next round against Feniks trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Orlovi will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Bottom-ranked Feniks (0-9) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 107-46 loss to fifth ranked Play Off (6-4) in Sarajevo. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Nikolina Elez (175) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds. Cierra Johnson contributed with 19 points and 4 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners. Ana Pavlovic replied with 17 points and 6 rebounds for Feniks. 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 moved-up to fourth place. Feniks at the other side still closes the standings with nine games lost. Play Off will play against Kozara (#10) in Gradiska in the next round where they are favorite. Feniks will play at home against the league's second-placed Banovici and hope to get finally their first victory. Bottom-ranked Feniks (0-9) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 77-44 loss to tenth ranked Zrinjski (2-7) in Banja Luka on Saturday evening. Ana Leko had a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals to lead the charge for the winners. At the losing side Andjela Demirovic responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Zrinjski moved-up to ninth place. Loser Feniks still closes the standings with nine games lost. Zrinjski will meet higher ranked Celik (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Feniks will play against the league's second-placed Banovici (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory. Rest of the games of round 10 were very predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Play Off crushed Celik in Sarajevo 85-62. Lavovi smashed Kozara at home 90-48. Mladi Krajisnik lost to Leotar on the opponent's court 54-64. The best stats of 10th round was 14 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists by Jovana Milakovic of Leotar.
Celik - Play Off 62-85 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Zenica where one of their biggest challengers Celik (5-3) was crushed by fifth ranked Play Off (6-4) 85-62 on Sunday. Play Off dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Celik's 34 and made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. Play Off forced 22 Celik turnovers and outrebounded them 49-29 including a 17-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. American guard Cierra Johnson (178-1998, college: Alabama) scored 29 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and swingman Nikolina Elez (175) chipped in 18 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side forward Amna Isakovic (181-2002) responded with 12 points and 9 rebounds and guard Adna Omerdic (172-2004) scored 11 points. 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. Defending champion moved-up to fourth place. Loser Celik dropped to the fifth position with three games lost. Play Off will meet Kozara (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. Celik will play against Zrinjski (#9) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Play Off: C.Johnson 29+6reb+2ast, A.Niksic 19+5reb, E.Nikolina 18+8reb+1ast, J.Kapisoda 10+5reb+2ast, M.Adna 5+5reb, B.Tekac 2+8reb+2ast Celik: I.Amna 12+9reb+1ast, K.Zerina 12+3reb, M.Berina 11+4reb, O.Adna 11+4reb+1ast, B.Suana 6+3reb, C.Anida 5+1reb+1ast Orlovi - Banovici 77-64 The biggest surprise took place in Banja Luka where host Orlovi (9-0) beat league's leader Banovici (8-1) 77-64 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Banovici. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Orlovi forced 20 Banovici turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Serbian guard Marina Ristic (168-1987) fired 17 points and 8 assists for the winners. Guard Sanja Radulovic (176-2001) chipped in 20 points and 4 assists. American guard Aaliyah Dunham (165-1999, college: Marshall) produced 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Milica Dragicevic (178-2007) added 9 points and 11 rebounds respectively for lost side. Orlovi have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. Banovici at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Orlovi. Banovici will play next round against Feniks trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Orlovi will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Top scorers: Orlovi: S.Radulovic 20+1reb+4ast, M.Ristic 17+4reb+8ast, A.Sipka 10+8reb, G.Kondic 9+5reb+5ast, I.Krakic 6+7reb+1ast, M.Danijela 6+1reb+3ast Banovici: A.Dunham 24+6reb+4ast, D.Milica 9+11reb+3ast, A.Ikanovic 9+5reb+2ast, N.Nurkic 8+6reb+2ast, K.Zerina 8+6reb+3ast, A.Mesic 6+1reb+1ast Lavovi - Kozara 90-48 No shocking result in a game in Brcko where third ranked Lavovi (8-2) smashed 10th ranked Kozara (2-8) 90-48 on Sunday. Lavovi dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Kozara's 28. Lavovi forced 31 Kozara turnovers and outrebounded them 40-29 including a 20-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Kozara's players. Montenegrin point guard Iva Karisik (175-2001) scored 19 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals to lead the charge for the winners and Jelena Lazarevic (185-2005) chipped in 21 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side guard Natasa Sobot (170-1995) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and Slobodanka Skrbic scored 7 points and 6 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lavovi maintains third position with 8-2 record behind leader Orlovi. Newly promoted Kozara keeps the tenth place with eight games lost. Lavovi will meet Leotar (#6) in the next round. Kozara will play against Play Off (#4) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Lavovi: L.Jelena 21+10reb, I.Karisik 19+9reb+6ast, S.Tamara 18+1reb+3ast, D.Valentina 10+3reb+1ast, N.Savic 6+1reb+10ast, M.Halilovic 6+4reb+1ast Kozara: N.Sobot 20+10reb, I.Protic 10+3reb, S.Slobodanka 7+6reb, Z.Gagic 5+2reb+5ast, S.Milanka 3+5reb+1ast, K.Pajic 3+3reb+4ast Play Off - Feniks 107-46 Bottom-ranked Feniks (0-9) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 107-46 loss to fifth ranked Play Off (6-4) in Sarajevo. They dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Feniks' 34. Play Off forced 26 Feniks turnovers and outrebounded them 48-34 including a 34-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Nikolina Elez (175) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds. American guard Cierra Johnson (178-1998, college: Alabama) contributed with 19 points and 4 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners. Four Play Off players scored in double figures. Ana Pavlovic replied with 17 points and 6 rebounds and center Andjela Demirovic (191) added 8 points and 11 rebounds in the effort for Feniks. 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 moved-up to fourth place. Feniks at the other side still closes the standings with nine games lost. Play Off will play against Kozara (#10) in Gradiska in the next round where they are favorite. Feniks will play at home against the league's second-placed Banovici and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Play Off: E.Nikolina 22+10reb+3ast, C.Johnson 19+4reb+4ast, J.Kapisoda 16+2reb, S.Dalila 13+8reb+3ast, B.Tekac 9+9reb+4ast, A.Niksic 9+1reb+1ast Feniks: P.Ana 17+6reb+1ast, M.Radjenovic 12+3reb, D.Andjela 8+11reb+1ast, G.Teodora 4+5reb+1ast, C.Lana 3+1reb, Z.Anastasija 2+2ast Feniks - Zrinjski 44-77 Bottom-ranked Feniks (0-9) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 77-44 loss to tenth ranked Zrinjski (2-7) in Banja Luka on Saturday evening. They dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Feniks' 22. Zrinjski forced 25 Feniks turnovers. Ana Leko (170-2005) had a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals to lead the charge for the winners and power forward Katarina Mihalj (182-2007) chipped in 11 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side center Andjela Demirovic (191) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds and forward Milena Radjenovic (178-1986) scored 22 points and 4 steals. 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. Zrinjski moved-up to ninth place. Loser Feniks still closes the standings with nine games lost. Zrinjski will meet higher ranked Celik (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Feniks will play against the league's second-placed Banovici (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: Zrinjski: L.Ana 18+11reb+4ast, D.Ivana 11+7reb+1ast, M.Katarina 11+7reb+3ast, H.Sara 9+4reb+1ast, C.Jelena 7+4reb+3ast, E.Mihaela 6+1reb+2ast Feniks: M.Radjenovic 22+3reb+2ast, D.Andjela 14+14reb+1ast, P.Ana 5+6reb+5ast, G.Teodora 3+3reb+2ast, S.Ivana 0, Z.Anastasija 0+1reb Leotar - Mladi Krajisnik 64-54 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Trebinje where 6th ranked Mladi Krajisnik (4-5) was defeated by seventh ranked Leotar (4-5) 64-54 on Tuesday. Swingman Jovana Milakovic (180-1999) had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Snezana Dostinic (177-1993) chipped in 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four Leotar players scored in double figures. At the losing side guard Milica Sirovina (179-2004) responded with 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and power forward Jana Guska (191-2005) scored 6 points. Mladi Krajisnik's coach Drago Karalic rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Leotar moved-up to sixth place, which they share with defeated Mladi Krajisnik. Mladi Krajisnik lost third consecutive game. Leotar will meet at home higher ranked Lavovi (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Mladi Krajisnik will play against Jedinstvo in Tuzla and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Leotar: D.Snezana 17+5reb+4ast, J.Milakovic 14+15reb+4ast, J.Ivana 13+2reb+2ast, D.Milica 10+5reb+6ast, D.Ivana 8+2reb+1ast, R.Sanja 2+5reb+1ast Mladi Krajisnik: S.Milica 16+6reb+4ast, M.Simic 8+3reb+1ast, G.Jana 6+4reb+2ast, I.Milica 6+6reb, J.Milica 6+2reb+2ast, S.Marija 5+3reb+1ast |
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| Athena signs Iolanda Cossa - by Dimitri Chelidze | |
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Athena-UMFK-Reykjavik (D1) signed 27-year old Bulgarian guard Iolanda Cossa (167cm-1995). Cossa started the season at COD Meknes in the Moroccan D1 league. She has played previously professionally in Cyprus (APOP Paphou) and Bulgaria (Levski, Slavia, Haskovo 2012, Champion 2006 Sofia and Lokomotiv). Her team made it to the Bulgarian Final Four in 2021 and 2022. |
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| Petra Bozan claims Croatian Premijer Liga Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Talented Petra Bozan (190-F/C-2006) put on an amazing game in the last round for KAZL Split and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 12. The 16-year old power forward had a double-double of 27 points and thirteen rebounds, while her team crushed Sibenik (#6, 5-7) with 24-point margin 81-57. KAZL Split is placed at 4th position in Croatian Premijer Liga. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. KAZL Split will need more victories to improve their 9-3 record. In the team's last game Bozan had a remarkable 70.6% from 2-point range. She has many years of experience at KAZL Split, through which she has constantly improved. Petra Bozan averages this season 13.9ppg and 8.1rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young forward Marijana Percan (186-F-1993) of Pula. Percan impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 15 points and 16 rebounds. Of course she led Pula to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Orka (#10, 2-10) 81-60. This victory allowed Pula to move up to 7th position in the standings. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 5-7 record. Percan is one of the most experienced players at Pula and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. The third best performed player last round was another KAZL Split's star - American Shanice Johnson (183-F-1994). Johnson scored 20 points and grabbed thirteen rebounds (!!!). She was another key player of KAZL Split, helping her team with a 81-57 easy win against slightly lower-ranked Sibenik (#6, 5-7). KAZL Split needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 9 victories and 3 lost games. Johnson has a great season in Croatia. After 11 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 19.5ppg (best scorer), rebounds with 14.5rpg (#1 in league) and assists with 3.7apg (3rd best). She also has 3.1spg and FGP: 51.1%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Andjela Strize (175-F-1999) of Medvescak - 23 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Lana Packovski (172-G-1994) of Tresnjevka - 27 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Emilija Podrug (190-C-1979) of Pozega - 7 points, 16 rebounds and 7 assists 7. Khiana Johnson (170-G-1998) of Sibenik - 22 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists 8. Jelena Ivezic (183-F-1984) of Pozega - 24 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Josipa Pavic (189-C-1999) of Zagreb - 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Lea Hajdin (181-F-1998) of Ragusa - 15 points, 13 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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| Jones' double-double lands her Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
She had a double-double of 35 points and 10 rebounds, while her team outclassed Slovanka MB (#8, 3-11) with 55-point margin 126-71. It allowed USK Praha to consolidate first place in the Czech Republic ZBL. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. It's already very far into the season and USK Praha keeps a perfect 12-0 record. In the team's last game Jones had a remarkable 68.2% from 2-point range. She turned to be USK Praha's top player in her first season with the team. Brionna Jones averages this season 23.3ppg and 7.3rpg. Second best performed player last round was Najai Pollard (180-F-1997) of Chomutov. She is American forward in her first season at Chomutov. In the last game Pollard recorded impressive 31 points and 8 rebounds. Of course she led Chomutov to another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Sokol HK (#5, 7-6) 88-65. This victory allowed Chomutov to move up to 4th position in the standings. Her team's 7-5 record is not bad at all. Pollard is a newcomer at Chomutov and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 21.0ppg (#1). She also registered 8.6 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to center Katerina Rokosova (193-C-1997) of Slavia (#6). Rokosova scored 15 points and grabbed fifteen rebounds (!!!). She was a key player of Slavia, leading her team to a 82-34 easy win against slightly lower-ranked Slovanka MB (#8, 3-11). The chances of Slavia ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 7 games, recording just six victories. With bigger assistance of her teammates, Rokosova could help Slavia to bring them higher in the standings. Rokosova has a great season in Czech Republic. After 13 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 7.2rpg (8th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Valeriane Vukosavljevic (183-F-1994) of USK Praha - 18 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Emma Cechova (195-F-2004) of Zabiny Brno - 23 points and 7 rebounds 6. Valentyna Kadlecova (182-F-2004) of Chomutov - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 7. Tereza Vyoralova (176-SG-1994) of USK Praha - 12 points and 7 assists 8. Katerina Galickova (182-F-2000) of KP Brno - 19 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Elissa Cunane (196-C-2000) of Zabiny Brno - 15 points and 8 rebounds 10. Karolina Sotolova (167-F-1999) of KP Brno - 13 points, 2 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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| EWBL round 9 best performance: Najai Pollard (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 25-year old player was the main contributor (23 points, six rebounds and two assists) to her team's victory, helping them to outclass Frankivsk (4-3) with 31-point margin 93-62. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Chomutov is placed at 2nd position in EWBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Chomutov will need more victories to improve their 4-3 record. Pollard turned to be Chomutov's top player in her first season with the team. Former Delaware State University star has very solid stats this year. Pollard is league's best scorer averaging so far 21.2ppg. Pollard is in league's top in rebounds (5th best: 9.0rpg) and averages impressive 54.8% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Krystyna Filevich (182-G/F-1991) of Frankivsk. Filevich had a very good evening with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists. Bad luck as Frankivsk lost that game 62-93 to slightly higher-ranked Chomutov (4-3). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Frankivsk still maintains its place in the top 3 of the standings, even despite this loss. Her team's 4-3 record is not bad at all. Filevich is well-known at Frankivsk and is a proven leader in her second season with the team. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 18.7ppg (#4). Her other stats are also decent: 5.9rpg and 3.3apg. Third on the list of top players last round was another Chomutov's star - forward Monika Satoranska (188-F/C-1993). Satoranska scored 15 points and grabbed six rebounds. She was another key player of Chomutov, helping her team with a 93-62 easy win against #3 ranked Frankivsk. Chomutov needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 4 victories and 3 lost games. Satoranska has a very solid season. In 7 games in EWBL she scored 11.9ppg. She also has 5.4rpg, FGP: 56.5% and 3PT: 50.0%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Monika Fucikova (180-PG-2002) of Chomutov - 14 points and 6 rebounds 5. Ruta Stipra (188-F-1994) of Siauliai - 8 points and 7 rebounds 6. Morgan Lenahan (180-G-1997) of Siauliai - 22 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Marta Mistygacz (182-F-1991) of Polonia W-wa - 9 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Oksana Mollova (188-F-1988) of Frankivsk - 19 points and 4 rebounds 9. Taisia Udodenko (190-C-1989) of Frankivsk - 13 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Andreona Keys (178-G-1995) of Polonia W-wa - 11 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)
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| Dambach's 18 points give her LF2 Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
She had the game-high 18 points adding four rebounds and three assists for SIG in her team's victory, helping them to outclass Calais (#10, 3-8) with 30-point margin 98-68. SIG maintains the 7th position in French league. SIG 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 6-5 record. Dambach has many years of experience at SIG, through which she has constantly improved. Dambach has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in assists (9th best: 3.7apg) and averages solid 2.1spg,56.6% FGP and 42.4% from behind 3-point line. Second best performed player last round was Aurore Pautou (188-PF-1982) of La Tronche. She is a forward in her second season at La Tronche. In the last game Pautou recorded impressive double-double of 17 points and 10 rebounds. Of course she led La Tronche to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Aulnoye (#9, 5-6) 76-53. This victory allowed La Tronche to move up to 6th position in the standings. Her team lost some distance to top teams. But 6-5 record is not bad and everything may still change. Pautou is well-known at La Tronche and she already established her position as one of the team's leaders. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.7ppg (#3). Her other stats are also decent: 7.5rpg and 3.3apg. Third place about best performers goes to guard Fatoumata Toure (171-G-2004) of Monaco (#5). Toure showcased her all-around game by recording 13 points, eight rebounds and eight assists in the last round. She was a key player of Monaco, leading her team to a 75-52 easy win against CFBB (#12, 0-11). Toure has a very solid season. In 11 games in France she scored 9.5ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Alexa Middleton (175-G-1995) of Feytiat - 24 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Maeva Djaldi-Tabdi (188-F-1998) of Charnay - 16 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Victoria Harris (191-F/C-1996) of SIG - 12 points and 12 rebounds 7. Nukiya Mayo (190-G/F-1998) of Montbrison - 20 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Blessing Ejiofor (196-C) of Calais - 15 points and 14 rebounds 9. Clarisse Legrand (182-F-1996) of Montbrison - 17 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Vaciana Gomis (172-SG-2002) of Mondeville - 19 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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| Elonu leaves Angers - by Eurobasket News | |||
Elonu also represented Nigeria at the Olympic Games in Tokyo (Japan) two years ago. Her stats at that event were 3 games: 8.0ppg, 4.0rpg, 1.3apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 36.8%, 3PT: 33.3%. She is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball she experienced life in five different countries playing on three different continents. Elonu is familiar with European, Latin American and of course North American leagues. She has played previously professionally in Israel (Hapoel Galil Elion), Puerto Rico (Atenienses), Russia (Nadezhda), Spain (Avenida, Burgos, Girona and Conquero) and WNBA (Connecticut Sun and Atlanta Dream). Elonu won Spanish LFB championship title in 2017 and 2018 and the cup in 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2021. She was voted to Eurobasket.com Spanish LFB All-Imports Team back in 2014, 2015 and 2016. Elonu graduated from Texas A&M University in 2012 and it is her eleventh (!!!) season in pro basketball. (via @Be_BasketFr) |
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| 2.Bundesliga Round 13: ChemCats Chemnitz lose to Opladen - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. There was a change at the 2.Bundesliga leadership position after last games. Round 13 most important game was a defeat of league's leader ChemCats Chemnitz (9-4). They were crushed by second ranked SG BBZ Opladen (9-2) 67-44 on Saturday night. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of ChemCats Chemnitz. SG BBZ Opladen have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader. ChemCats Chemnitz at the other side dropped to the second place with four games lost. They share the position with Heidelberg and Bamberg. They were replaced at the leadership position by Opladen. ChemCats Chemnitz will play next round against strong Rotenburg/Scheessel trying to make it back to the top of the standings. SG BBZ Opladen will try to continue on its current victory against ninth ranked TG Neuss at home. Leading Wuerzburg (11-2) recorded its second loss at the home court. Hosts were defeated by third ranked Bamberg (9-4) 62-53. It ended at the same time the ten-game winning streak of Wuerzburg. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Bamberg. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Chemnitz and Heidelberg. Wuerzburg at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost. Bamberg will play against Schwabach (#10) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Wuerzburg will play against Jahn Muenchen (#8) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Very important is a home loss of third ranked Bochum (8-4) against tenth ranked TUSLI (4-9) on Sunday night. Host Bochum was edged by TUSLI in a tough game in Bochum 65-66. TUSLI moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Neuss and Schwabach. Loser Bochum keeps the third position with four games lost. They share it with Rotenburg. TUSLI will meet at home higher ranked Homburger TG (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Bochum will play against Herner 2 and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 13: Herner 2 won against Marburg 2 on the opponent's court 64-59. Braunschweig unfortunately lost to Rotenburg in a home game 49-54. Veilchen recorded a loss to Gruenberg on the road 68-77. Bad Homburg defeated Neuss on its own court 85-76. Mainz beat Heidelberg in a road game 63-51. Schwabach lost to Freiburg 2 at home 47-50. Stuttgart managed to outperform Ludwigsburg on the opponent's court 60-55. Jahn Muenchen recorded a loss to Rhein-Main in a home game 62-70. Speyer was defeated by Wasserburg on the road 69-58. Speyer was smashed by Bamberg on its own court 49-72.
Group NorthMarburg 2 - Herner 2 59-64Very expected game in Marburg where 11th ranked Young Dolphins (3-10) were defeated by seventh ranked Herner 2 (6-6) 64-59 on Saturday. Newly promoted Herner 2 maintains seventh place with 6-6 record, which they share with Gruenberg. Young Dolphins lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the twelfth position with ten games lost. Herner 2 will meet at home higher ranked Bochum (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Young Dolphins will play against Baskets Grunberg (#8) in Gruenberg and hope to secure a win. Braunschweig - Rotenburg 49-54 Very predictable result when fourth ranked Rotenburg/Scheessel (8-4) defeated on the road 10th ranked Braunschweig (3-9) 54-49 on Saturday. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Rotenburg/Scheessel. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Bochum. Loser Braunschweig dropped to the eleventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Wasserburg and Speyer. Rotenburg/Scheessel will meet league's second-placed ChemCats Chemnitz on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Braunschweig will play against Veilchen (#5) and hope to secure a win. Opladen - Chemnitz 67-44 There was a change at the 2.Bundesliga leadership position after last games. Round 13 most important game was a defeat of league's leader ChemCats Chemnitz (9-4). They were crushed by second ranked SG BBZ Opladen (9-2) 67-44 on Saturday night. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of ChemCats Chemnitz. SG BBZ Opladen have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader. ChemCats Chemnitz at the other side dropped to the second place with four games lost. They share the position with Heidelberg and Bamberg. They were replaced at the leadership position by Opladen. ChemCats Chemnitz will play next round against strong Rotenburg/Scheessel trying to make it back to the top of the standings. SG BBZ Opladen will try to continue on its current victory against ninth ranked TG Neuss at home. Gruenberg - Veilchen 77-68 There was a minor upset in Gruenberg where 5th ranked Veilchen (7-5) was defeated by eighth ranked Baskets Grunberg (6-6) 77-68 on Saturday. Baskets Grunberg moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Herner 2. Veilchen lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the fifth position with five games lost. Baskets Grunberg will meet at home Young Dolphins (#12) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Veilchen will play against Braunschweig (#11) and hope to secure a win. Bad Homburg - Neuss 85-76 Everything went according to plan when sixth ranked Homburger TG (7-6) beat at home 9th ranked TG Neuss (4-9) 85-76 on Saturday. Homburger TG moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Mainz. TG Neuss lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the ninth position with nine games lost. They share it with TUSLI and Schwabach. Homburger TG will meet TUSLI (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. TG Neuss will play against the league's leader SG BBZ Opladen in Leverkusen and hope to secure a win. Bochum - TUSLI 65-66 Very important is a home loss of third ranked Bochum (8-4) against tenth ranked TUSLI (4-9) on Sunday night. Host Bochum was edged by TUSLI in a tough game in Bochum 65-66. TUSLI moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Neuss and Schwabach. Loser Bochum keeps the third position with four games lost. They share it with Rotenburg. TUSLI will meet at home higher ranked Homburger TG (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Bochum will play against Herner 2 and hope to secure a win. Group SouthHeidelberg - Mainz 51-63There was an upset when much higher ranked Heidelberg (9-4) was defeated at home by seventh ranked ASC Theresianum Mainz (7-6) 63-51 on Saturday. ASC Theresianum Mainz moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Bad Homburg. Loser Heidelberg keeps the second position with four games lost. They share it with Chemnitz and Bamberg. ASC Theresianum Mainz will meet Speyer / Schifferstadt (#11) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Heidelberg will play against Rhein Main Baskets (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Wuerzburg - Bamberg 53-62 Leading Wuerzburg (11-2) recorded its second loss at the home court. Hosts were defeated by third ranked Bamberg (9-4) 62-53. It ended at the same time the ten-game winning streak of Wuerzburg. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Bamberg. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Chemnitz and Heidelberg. Wuerzburg at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost. Bamberg will play against Schwabach (#10) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Wuerzburg will play against Jahn Muenchen (#8) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Schwabach - Freiburg 2 47-50 The game between closely ranked teams ended with eighth ranked Freiburg 2's (6-7) road victory over 9th ranked Schwabach (4-9) 50-47 on Saturday. Freiburg 2 moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Jahn Muenchen and Ludwigsburg. Loser Schwabach keeps the ninth position with nine games lost. They share it with TUSLI and Neuss. Freiburg 2 will meet at home Stuttgart (#9) in the next round. Schwabach will play against the league's second-placed Bamberg and hope to secure a win. Ludwigsburg - Stuttgart 55-60 There was an upset when higher ranked Ludwigsburg (6-7) was defeated at home by tenth ranked Stuttgart (5-8) 60-55 on Saturday. The victory was the third consecutive win for Stuttgart. They moved-up to ninth place. Ludwigsburg lost their sixth game in a row. They dropped to the sixth position with seven games lost. They share it with Jahn Muenchen and Freiburg 2. Stuttgart will meet higher ranked Freiburg 2 (#7) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Ludwigsburg will play against TSV 1880 in Wasserburg and hope to secure a win. Jahn Muenchen - Rhein-Main 62-70 Rather predictable result when fourth ranked Rhein Main Baskets (8-5) defeated on the road 6th ranked Jahn Muenchen (6-7) 70-62 on Sunday. The victory was the eighth consecutive win for Rhein Main Baskets. They maintain fourth place with 8-5 record. Jahn Muenchen lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the sixth position with seven games lost. They share it with Ludwigsburg and Freiburg 2. Rhein Main Baskets will meet higher ranked Heidelberg (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Jahn Muenchen will play against the league's leader Wuerzburg and hope to secure a win. Wasserburg - Speyer 69-58 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Wasserburg where 11th ranked Speyer / Schifferstadt (3-9) was defeated by twelfth ranked TSV 1880 (3-9) 69-58 on Sunday. TSV 1880 moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Speyer and Braunschweig. Speyer / Schifferstadt lost their fourth game in a row. TSV 1880 will meet at home higher ranked Ludwigsburg (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Speyer / Schifferstadt will play against ASC Theresianum Mainz (#5) and hope to secure a win. Speyer - Bamberg 49-72 Everything went according to plan in Dudenhofen where third ranked Bamberg (9-4) outscored 11th ranked Speyer / Schifferstadt (3-9) 72-49 on Thursday. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Bamberg. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Chemnitz and Heidelberg. Speyer / Schifferstadt lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the eleventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Wasserburg and Braunschweig. Bamberg will meet at home Schwabach (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Speyer / Schifferstadt will play against ASC Theresianum Mainz and hope to secure a win. |
| DBBL Round 14 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The game in Freiburg was quite interesting. Sixth ranked Saarlouis (7-5) played at the court of 8th ranked Freiburg (5-8). Saarlouis defeated Freiburg 67-54 on Sunday. Saarlouis have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Noerdlingen. Defending champion Freiburg dropped to the ninth position with eight games lost. Saarlouis is looking forward to face bottom-ranked Marburg (#11) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Freiburg will have a break next round. Second ranked Hannover (9-3) crushed at home 10th ranked Halle (2-10) by 21 points 82-61, which is the biggest margin this round. Hannover have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 9-3 record having just one point less than leader Rheinland. Halle lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with ten games lost. Hannover will play against league's leader Rheinland in Bergisch Gladbach in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Halle will play on the road against ALBA Berlin (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. In the last two games of round 14 Herner won against Marburg on the opponent's court 69-60. ALBA Berlin unfortunately lost to Osnabrueck in a home game 60-64.
Marburg - Herner 60-69 Very expected game when 11th ranked Marburg (2-11) was defeated at home by seventh ranked Herner (7-6) 69-60. Herner have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place. Marburg at the other side stay at the bottom position with 11 games lost. Herner will play against Osnabrueck (#7) on the road in the next round. Marburg will play against Saarlouis (#4) and hopes to get back on the winning track. ALBA Berlin - Osnabrueck 60-64 There was a small surprise when ninth ranked Osnabrueck (6-7) defeated on the road 7th ranked ALBA Berlin (6-7) 64-60. Osnabrueck moved-up to seventh place, which they share with defeated ALBA Berlin. ALBA Berlin lost fourth consecutive game. Osnabrueck will play against higher ranked Herner (#6) at home in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. ALBA Berlin will play against Halle and hopes to get back on the winning track. Hannover - Halle 82-61 Second ranked Hannover (9-3) crushed at home 10th ranked Halle (2-10) by 21 points 82-61, which is the biggest margin this round. Hannover have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 9-3 record having just one point less than leader Rheinland. Halle lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with ten games lost. Hannover will play against league's leader Rheinland in Bergisch Gladbach in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Halle will play on the road against ALBA Berlin (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Freiburg - Saarlouis 54-67 The game in Freiburg was quite interesting. Sixth ranked Saarlouis (7-5) played at the court of 8th ranked Freiburg (5-8). Saarlouis defeated Freiburg 67-54 on Sunday. Saarlouis have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Noerdlingen. Defending champion Freiburg dropped to the ninth position with eight games lost. Saarlouis is looking forward to face bottom-ranked Marburg (#11) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Freiburg will have a break next round. |
| GREECE |
| Yemiyah Morris claims Greek A1 Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 24-year old center had a double-double of 14 points and fourteen rebounds, while her team beat PAOK (#5, 8-7) 85-73. Dafni Agioy maintains the 12th position in Greek A1. 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. Dafni Agioy have already lost 12 games and recorded just three victories. Morris turned to be Dafni Agioy's top player in her first season with the team. West Virginia University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Morris is in league's top in rebounds (3rd best: 10.0rpg) and averages solid 3.6bpg and 60.1% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American forward Stasha Carey (188-F-1995) of Niki Lefkadas. Carey impressed basketball fans with 25 points and 8 rebounds. Bad luck as Niki Lefkadas was edged by slightly higher-ranked Chania (#6, 8-7) 75-72. Niki Lefkadas managed to keep the same 7th spot in the standings. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 7-8 record. Carey is a newcomer at Niki Lefkadas and it seems she did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.2ppg (#9). She also registered 10.2 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was another Dafni Agioy's star - American Kayla Wells (183-G-1999). Wells showcased her all-around game by recording 28 points, eight rebounds and four assists in the last round. She was another key player of Dafni Agioy, helping her team with a 85-73 win against the higher-ranked PAOK (#5, 8-7). Dafni Agioy can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have extremely bad season and 3-12 record places them at the very bottom of the standings. Wells has individually a great season in Greece. After 14 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 18.1ppg (6th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Chastity Reed (185-F-1989) of Panathinaikos - 18 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Evgenia Kollatou (172-PG-1998) of PAOK - 20 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists 6. Davion Wingate (168-G) of Panathlitikos - 22 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists 7. Ciera Johnson (190-C-1997) of Chania - 23 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Sabrina Haines (178-G-1997) of Chania - 19 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists 9. Angela Tompkins (188-F-1991) of Panathlitikos - 29 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Megan Gustafson (190-F-1996) of Olympiacos - 19 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| HOLLAND |
| Eredivisie Round 17 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. Third defeat of league's leader Grasshoppers (12-3) against fourth ranked Binnenland (9-5) 84-58 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Grasshoppers. The former international Janine Guijt (173-1995, college: Regina) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds. The former international swingman Jamailah Adams (180-1993) contributed with 22 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Lotte Van Kruistum (183-2003) answered with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 rebounds for Grasshoppers. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Binnenland moved-up to third place. Grasshoppers at the other side dropped to the second position with three games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Den Helder. There is only one round left in the Regular Season. And it will be most important game for Grasshoppers this season. They will face Lekdetec.nl trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Binnenland will try to continue on its current victory against seventh ranked Landslake in Landsmeer. The game in Weert was also worth to mention about. Fifth ranked Triple Threat (8-6) played at the court of 8th ranked BAL Weert (2-13). Triple Threat did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 76-59. Triple Threat maintains fifth place with 8-6 record. BAL Weert lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the eighth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Martini Sparks. Triple Threat will play against higher ranked Jolly J. (#4) in Tubbergen in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. BAL Weert will play on the road against Martini Sparks (#9) in Haren and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game in Bemmel supposed to be also quite interesting. Second ranked Den Helder (13-2) played at the court of 6th ranked Lekdetec.nl (6-9). Den Helder smashed Lekdetec.nl 85-41 on Saturday. Janiek van Veen nailed 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. Yfke Hoek came up with 11 points and 6 rebounds for Lekdetec.nl in the defeat. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Den Helder have an impressive series of six victories in a row. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader. Loser Lekdetec.nl keeps the sixth place with nine games lost. Den Helder will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Lekdetec.nl will play against the league's second-placed Grasshoppers (#2) in Katwijk and hope to secure a win. In the last game of round 17 bottom-ranked Martini Sparks were beaten by Landslake on the road 78-64.
BAL Weert - Triple Threat 59-76 The game in Weert was also worth to mention about. Fifth ranked Triple Threat (8-6) played at the court of 8th ranked BAL Weert (2-13). Triple Threat did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 76-59. Triple Threat maintains fifth place with 8-6 record. BAL Weert lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the eighth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Martini Sparks. Triple Threat will play against higher ranked Jolly J. (#4) in Tubbergen in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. BAL Weert will play on the road against Martini Sparks (#9) in Haren and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Lekdetec.nl - Den Helder 41-85 The game in Bemmel supposed to be also quite interesting. Second ranked Den Helder (13-2) played at the court of 6th ranked Lekdetec.nl (6-9). Den Helder smashed Lekdetec.nl 85-41 on Saturday. Den Helder dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Lekdetec.nl's 24. Den Helder forced 19 Lekdetec.nl turnovers and outrebounded them 52-25 including a 16-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. Den Helder looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Lekdetec.nl's players. The former international point guard Janiek van Veen (173-1995) nailed 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and the former international point guard Kiki Fleuren (170-2000) accounted for 16 points and 8 rebounds. Guard Yfke Hoek (175-1998) came up with 11 points and 6 rebounds and guard Anne van Vlijmen (170-1999) added 9 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Lekdetec.nl in the defeat. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Den Helder have an impressive series of six victories in a row. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader. Loser Lekdetec.nl keeps the sixth place with nine games lost. Den Helder will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Lekdetec.nl will play against the league's second-placed Grasshoppers (#2) in Katwijk and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Den Helder: J.van Veen 18+7reb+4ast, K.Fleuren 16+8reb+3ast, K.Lidge 15+6reb+5ast, V.Iris 9+2reb+5ast, T.Lotte 8+11reb+2ast, V.Linge Mecx 7+3reb+2ast Lekdetec.nl: Y.Hoek 11+6reb+1ast, A.van Vlijmen 9+6reb+3ast, T.Renske 7+1reb, A.Kantebeen 6+1ast, V.de Poort Tamar 5+1reb, Y.Kathmann 3+5reb+2ast Landslake - Martini Sparks 78-64 No shocking result in a game when seventh ranked Landslake (5-9) beat bottom-ranked Martini Sparks (2-13) in Landsmeer 78-64 on Saturday. The former international center Charlotte van Kleef (190-1996) nailed 17 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and Lies Van Straaten (182-2000) accounted for 13 points and 7 rebounds. Four Landslake players scored in double figures. Landslake's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. American guard Leah Porath (175, college: UW-Oshkosh) came up with 20 points and 6 rebounds and the other American import guard Emani Mayo (173, college: Temple) added 13 points respectively for Martini Sparks in the defeat. Landslake maintains seventh place with 5-9 record. Martini Sparks lost their eighth game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 13 games lost. They share it with BAL Weert. Landslake will meet higher ranked Binnenland (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Martini Sparks will play against BAL Weert (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Landslake: C.van Kleef 17+7reb+2ast, V.Janna 14+5reb+1ast, L.Van Straaten 13+7reb+3ast, L.Pengel 10+5reb+3ast, C.Hirman 7+2reb+3ast, M.Den Heeten 6+1reb+2ast Martini Sparks: L.Porath 20+6reb+1ast, E.Mayo 13+3reb, K.Simpson 10+3reb+1ast, D.Mulder 6+4reb, S.Emma 5+6reb, P.Verona 3+2reb Binnenland - Grasshoppers 84-58 Third defeat of league's leader Grasshoppers (12-3) against fourth ranked Binnenland (9-5) 84-58 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Grasshoppers. The former international Janine Guijt (173-1995, college: Regina) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds. The former international swingman Jamailah Adams (180-1993) contributed with 22 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Lotte Van Kruistum (183-2003) answered with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 rebounds and the former international point guard Karin Kuijt (174-1990) added 10 points in the effort for Grasshoppers. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Binnenland moved-up to third place. Grasshoppers at the other side dropped to the second position with three games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Den Helder. There is only one round left in the Regular Season. And it will be most important game for Grasshoppers this season. They will face Lekdetec.nl trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Binnenland will try to continue on its current victory against seventh ranked Landslake in Landsmeer. Top scorers: Binnenland: J.Guijt 25+10reb+1ast, J.Adams 22+8reb+3ast, M.De Kleijn 16+6reb+3ast, A.Mylah 7+2reb, G.Van Den Bosch 7+5reb+1ast, V.Oosten Eva 5+2reb+1ast Grasshoppers: V.Kruistum Lotte 11+12reb, F.Kuijt 10+1reb+1ast, K.Kuijt 10+1reb+1ast, M.Hordijk 8+2reb, K.Jacobine 6+1reb, K.Sonja 6+6reb |
| HUNGARY |
| Dombai's 30-point game gives her Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
She had the game-high 30 points adding four rebounds and three assists for Uni Gyor in her team's victory, helping them to beat FCSM Csata (#7, 7-9) 87-74. Uni Gyor maintains the 2nd position in Hungarian A Division. Uni Gyor has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the championship title. They improved their record to 14-1. In the team's last game Dombai had a remarkable 71.4% from 2-point range and got five three-pointers out of 7 attempts. She has many years of experience at Uni Gyor, through which she has constantly improved. Reka Dombai averages this season 14.3ppg. Second best performed player last round was Samantha Fuehring (191-F) of FCSM Csata. She is American forward in her first season at FCSM Csata. In the last game Fuehring recorded impressive 23 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as FCSM Csata lost that game 74-87 to the higher-ranked Uni Gyor (#2, 14-1). This loss caused FCSM Csata to drop to 7th position in the standings. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 7-9 record. Fuehring is a newcomer at FCSM Csata and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.6ppg (#5). She also registered 8.0 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to center Virag Kiss (195-C-1998) of PEAC-Pecs (#4). Kiss scored 16 points and grabbed eight rebounds. She was a key player of PEAC-Pecs, leading her team to a 76-56 easy win against the lower-ranked Vasas Csata (#8, 5-10). PEAC-Pecs is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 13-3 record is not that bad... Kiss has a great season in Hungary. After 16 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 18.5ppg (best scorer) and rebounds with 8.1rpg (8th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Ana Vojtulek (189-C) of Ujbuda BEAC - 15 points, 15 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Cassidie Burdick (188-G) of PEAC-Pecs - 15 points and 13 rebounds 6. Nikolett Vincze (180-G/F-2002) of PINKK-Pecsi - 20 points and 4 rebounds 7. Orsolya Toth (177-SF-2000) of Vasas Csata - 16 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Agnes Studer (169-PG-1998) of Szekszard - 18 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists 9. Schaquilla Nunn (190-C) of Vasas Csata - 14 points and 9 rebounds 10. Panka Dul (179-G-2000) of TFSE-MTK - 19 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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| ICELAND |
| Athena signs Iolanda Cossa - by Dimitri Chelidze | |
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Athena-UMFK-Reykjavik (D1) signed 27-year old Bulgarian guard Iolanda Cossa (167cm-1995). Cossa started the season at COD Meknes in the Moroccan D1 league. She has played previously professionally in Cyprus (APOP Paphou) and Bulgaria (Levski, Slavia, Haskovo 2012, Champion 2006 Sofia and Lokomotiv). Her team made it to the Bulgarian Final Four in 2021 and 2022. |
| ITALY |
| Italian Serie A2 round 14 best performance: Amanda Tivenius (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 26-year old player had a double-double of 19 points and 14 rebounds, while her team beat Bolzano BC (#10, 5-9) 72-60. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings in North. Ponzano maintains the 13th position in their group in Italian Serie A2. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 11 games and recorded just three victories. It was one of impressive evenings for Tivenius as usually she does not deliver so high stats. Former California State University, Fullerton star has very solid stats this year. Tivenius is in league's top in rebounds (5th best: 10.9rpg). The second best player in last round's games was Irish Anna Kelly (169-G) of Roseto. Kelly had a very good evening with 27 points and 9 rebounds. Bad luck as Roseto lost that game 64-78 to slightly higher-ranked Vigarano (#11, 4-10). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the top position in South. Roseto dropped in the standings to 12th position. 10 lost games are too many comparing to just three victories Roseto managed to get this year. Kelly is a newcomer at Roseto, but is already one of team's top players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 18.4ppg (#1). She also registered 7.6 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was swingman Marta Granzotto (173-G/F-1992) of San Salvatore (#5). Granzotto showcased her all-around game by recording 19 points, six rebounds and four assists in the last round. She was a key player of San Salvatore, leading her team to a 65-56 win against slightly lower-ranked Firenze (#7, 8-5). San Salvatore needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in South. Their record at this point is 9 victories and 5 lost games. Granzotto has a great season in Italy. After 13 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 4.0apg (3rd best). She also has 3.4spg and 1.1bpg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Karolina Pobozy (190-PF-1996) of Savona - 18 points and 9 rebounds 5. Marta Pellegrini (178-G/F-2002) of Ponzano - 22 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Christina Morra (188-F-2000) of Carugate - 17 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Iva Belosevic (191-F-1997) of Carugate - 17 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Nancy N'Guessan (177-G-2003) of La Spezia - 13 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Richelle Van Der Keijl (196-C-1993) of Milano - 21 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Zala Srot (184-F-2004) of San Salvatore - 18 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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| Italian Serie A1 round 16 best performance: Iliana Rupert - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 21-year old player had a double-double of 28 points and 13 rebounds, while her team outclassed Valdarno (#14, 1-15) with 36-point margin 89-53. Bologna maintains the 2nd position in Italian Serie A1. They are still close to the very top. Bologna would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 14-2 record. In the team's last game Rupert had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range. She turned to be Bologna's top player in her first season with the team. Iliana Rupert averages this season 13.0ppg and 6.9rpg. The second best player in last round's games was young American Jessica Shepard (193-F-1996) of Venezia. Shepard had a very good evening with a double-double of 21 points and 11 rebounds. Of course Venezia cruised to a 82-74 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Ragusa (#7, 9-7). Venezia's 3rd position in the standings has not changed. Her team lost just two games this season, while they won 14 matches. Shepard is a newcomer at Venezia, but is already one of team's top players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.6ppg (#2). She also registered 8.3 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was another Bologna's star - Croatian guard Ivana Dojkic (180-SG-1997). Dojkic scored 16 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). She was another key player of Bologna, helping her team with a 89-53 easy win against the lower-ranked Valdarno (#14, 1-15). Bologna is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 14-2 record is not that bad... Dojkic has a very solid season. In 7 games in Italy she scored 12.3ppg. She also has 4.1apg and FGP: 55.2%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Pallas Kunaiyi-Akpanah (188-F-1997) of Faenza - 18 points and 15 rebounds 5. Tinara Moore (189-F-1996) of San Giovanni - 18 points and 5 rebounds 6. Robyn Parks (185-G/F-1992) of Campobasso - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Carlotta Zanardi (180-G-2005) of Brescia - 19 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Jasmine Keys (192-PF-1997) of Schio - 9 points and 11 rebounds 9. Chelsea Mitchell (175-G-1997) of Moncalieri - 19 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Martina Bestagno (189-C-1990) of Schio - 12 points and 5 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Japanese WJBL round 16 best performance: Joshuana von Novon (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Nigerian Center Joshuana von Novon (190-C-1999) had an amazing evening in the last round for Fujitsu RW, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 16. The 23-year old player had a double-double of 23 points and 15 rebounds, while her team outclassed Niigata R. (#13, 2-12) with 43-point margin 91-48. Fujitsu RW maintains the 5th position in Japanese WJBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Fujitsu RW will need more victories to improve their 10-6 record. von Novon turned to be Fujitsu RW's top player in her first season with the team. Joshuana von Novon averages this season 16.5ppg and 9.8rpg. The second best player in last round's games was young Hitomi Kawase (174-F-1993) of Aranmare A.. Kawase had a very good evening with 23 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course Aranmare A. cruised to a 78-66 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Himeji E. (#14, 2-14). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Aranmare A. keeps 10th position. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 5-11 record. Kawase is well-known at Aranmare A. and is a proven leader in her second season with the team. Third on the list of top players last round was Senegalese center Daramee Malem-Doi (187-C-1997) of Hitachi Cougars (#6). Malem-Doi scored 23 points and grabbed ten rebounds. She was a key player of Hitachi Cougars, leading her team to a 90-80 win against the lower-ranked Haneda V. (#11, 3-11). Hitachi Cougars needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 9 victories and 7 lost games. Malem-Doi has a great season in Japan. After 16 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.9ppg (2nd best) and rebounds with 10.2rpg (2nd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Makoto Hoshizawa (182-F-1995) of Haneda V. - 18 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Hoshi Aka (170-PG-1995) of Hitachi Cougars - 26 points and 7 rebounds 6. Akaho Himawari (184-C-1998) of Denso I. - 12 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Izoje Uche (188-C-2004) of Chanson V-M - 18 points and 17 rebounds 8. Moeko Nagaoka (183-F-1993) of Eneos S. - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Yuina Nagai (177-SF-1999) of Mitsubishi K. - 12 points and 7 rebounds 10. Risa Nishioka (186-C-1997) of Mitsubishi K. - 11 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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| Daci's double-double lands her Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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29-year old center Saranda Daci (190-C-1993) put on an amazing game in the last round for Penza and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 12. She had a double-double of 20 points and 17 rebounds, while her team outclassed, the league's bottom-ranked team Vellaznimi (#6, 0-11) with 38-point margin 88-50. Penza maintains the 3rd position in Kosovan Superliga. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Penza will need more victories to improve their 7-5 record. In the team's last game Daci had a remarkable 72.7% from 2-point range. She turned to be Penza's top player in her first season with the team. Saranda Daci averages just after two games 17.5ppg, 12.5rpg and 4.5apg. Second best performed player last round was Sarah Mgbeike (185-F) of league's second-best Prishtina. She is American forward in her first season at Prishtina. In the last game Mgbeike recorded impressive double-double of 16 points and 14 rebounds. Of course Prishtina cruised to a 67-58 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Trepca (#5, 3-9). Prishtina's second position in the standings has not changed. Her team lost just two games this season, while they won 10 matches. Mgbeike is a newcomer at Prishtina and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.0ppg (#5). Her other stats are also decent: 11.5rpg and 3.5apg. Third place about best performers goes to another Prishtina's star - forward Zerina Shatri (188-F/C-1995). Shatri showcased her all-around game by recording 19 points, thirteen rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. She was another key player of Prishtina, helping her team with a 67-58 win against the lower-ranked Trepca (#5, 3-9). Prishtina is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 10-2 record is not that bad... Shatri has a great season in Kosovo. After 12 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 8.8rpg (4th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Jeta Zeka) of Penza - 18 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Ke'Aunna Johnson (180-G/F) of Trepca - 26 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Dasia Evans (188-F) of Bashkimi - 16 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Lejla Omerbasic (182-SG-1997) of Penza - 19 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Aulona Muhadri (182-F/C-1998) of Bashkimi - 13 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Diedona Halitaj (166-PG-1998) of Bashkimi - 6 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists 10. Tianna Sullivan (G) of Vellaznimi - 11 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| James' double-double lands her Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
She had a double-double of 27 points and 16 rebounds, while her team outclassed Les Sangliers (#11, 1-12) with 51-point margin 107-56. It allowed Grengewald to consolidate first place in the Luxembourg LBBL. Grengewald have a solid 11-2 record. In the team's last game James had a remarkable 64.7% from 2-point range. She turned to be Grengewald's top player in her first season with the team. University of Arizona graduate has very impressive stats this year. James is in league's top in points (7th best: 23.3ppg), rebounds (5th best: 11.1rpg) and averages solid 52.7% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Hanna Crymble (190-F) of Amicale. She is American forward in her first season at Amicale. In the last game Crymble recorded impressive 28 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course she led Amicale to another comfortable win outscoring the higher-ranked Sparta (#2, 10-4) 103-83. Amicale's 6th position in the standings has not changed. Her team lost some distance to top teams. But 8-6 record is not bad and everything may still change. Crymble is a newcomer at Amicale and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to another Grengewald's star - guard Samantha Logic (175-G-1992). Logic showcased her all-around game by recording 19 points, eleven rebounds (!!!) and twenty one assists (!!!) in the last round. She was another key player of Grengewald, helping her team with a 107-56 easy win against the lower-ranked Les Sangliers (#11, 1-12). Grengewald confirms their top position in the standings. Logic has a great season in Luxembourg. After 12 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 7.8apg (best passer). She also has 2.6spg and FGP: 55.0%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Amanda Cahill (188-F-1996) of Residence - 33 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Lauren Van Kleunen (188-G) of Grengewald - 22 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Tatsiana Likhtarovich (180-G/F-1988) of Esch - 24 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists 7. Mikayla Ferenz (178-G-1996) of Musel Pikes - 23 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Jannon Otto (183-G-1997) of Musel Pikes - 29 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Julie Mangen (163-SG-1998) of Amicale - 31 points and 3 rebounds 10. Faith Etute (183-F-2005) of T71 - 14 points, 17 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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| Athena signs Iolanda Cossa - by Dimitri Chelidze | |
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Athena-UMFK-Reykjavik (D1) signed 27-year old Bulgarian guard Iolanda Cossa (167cm-1995). Cossa started the season at COD Meknes in the Moroccan D1 league. She has played previously professionally in Cyprus (APOP Paphou) and Bulgaria (Levski, Slavia, Haskovo 2012, Champion 2006 Sofia and Lokomotiv). Her team made it to the Bulgarian Final Four in 2021 and 2022. |
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| Record Shooting Day Propels Columbia Over Cornell, 91-64 - by Eurobasket News |
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All 12 available Lions found the scoring column and the Columbia women's basketball team had its best shooting game in 37 years to soundly defeat Cornell, 91-64, Monday afternoon at Newman Arena. It was a wire-to-wire win for Columbia (15-3, 4-1 Ivy), which now enters a five-game homestand after playing four of its first five Ivy League games on the road. Abbey Hsu (5'11''-G-2001) (20), Jaida Patrick (5'10''-G-2000) (19) and Kaitlyn Davis (6'0''-G/F-2001) (11) combined to score 50 points. Davis also crashed the glass for seven rebounds. Perri Page (5'11''-G/F) had eight points and a game-high eight boards off the bench. The Lions scored the game's opening six points, built a 12-point lead by the end of the quarter and shot 70 percent through the second quarter to enter the locker rooms up, 42-26. A 28-point third quarter ensued in which Columbia went 10-for-12 (.833) from the field, including a perfect 3-for-3 from beyond the 3-point arc. Cornell (8-10, 1-4 Ivy) did its best to try and keep up, but the offensive firepower of the Lions proved too much for the Big Red to handle. "It's always tough coming up here to Ithaca," head coach Megan Griffith '07CC said. "It's a rivalry between us and them being travel partners. I really respect what Dayna [Smith] does with her program. "I'm just happy we put together 40 minutes today. I thought our first-half effort, defensively, I thought we were really locked in. Second half, I think offensively we were clicking a little bit better but defensively we had to sharpen up. It was a good test for us to head into this next five-game homestand." Columbia's 63-percent shooting game (34-54) is the second-highest in program history and the best in its Div. I era. The program's previous Div. I record was 62.8 percent (27-43), which came on Nov. 10, 2006 at Loyola Maryland. The all-time record is 63.3 percent (38-60), which came in a win over Staten Island on Feb. 8, 1986, the program's last season competing at the NCAA Div. III level. "We got a lot of transition looks in the first half and were able to get a lot of clean stops," Davis said. "Our bread and butter is through transition and that's what we tried to stick to in this game It's always a team effort. You always know what you're going to get from all of us. We just try to play our game and be the best that we can be." Hsu was the offensive catalyst early on, scoring 13 points in the first quarter and hitting three of her first five looks from three. Meanwhile, Columbia's defensive effort limited the Big Red to a 4-of-14 (.286) opening quarter. Eight points by Jaida Patrick in the opening 2:10 of the third quarter made it a 20-point game for the first time. She hit back-to-back threes in that run and capped it by pickpocketing Shannon Mulroy (5'8''-G) and driving to the basket all alone. The margin never got closer than that. The Lions led by as many as 32 in the fourth. Columbia begins a stretch of five games and four straight weekends at home, starting with a matchup against Brown (8-9, 1-4 Ivy) on Saturday at 2 p.m. ET. Courtesy of: gocolumbia.com |
| Bella Swedlund will continue her college career at Toledo - by Eurobasket News |
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The-University-of-Toledo tabbed 5-8 guard Bella Swedlund. Swedlund comes from University of Kansas where she played only for one year. She has played high school basketball at Winner High, which she graduated in 2022. (via @raoul_000) |
| Siegrist scores 27, No. 22 Villanova women beat Xavier 76-38 - by Eurobasket News |
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Maddy Siegrist (6'1''-F) had 27 points and 10 rebounds, Lucy Olsen (5'9''-G) added 19 points and No. 22 Villanova cruised past Xavier 76-38 on Tuesday night. Siegrist scored five points during an 11-0 first-quarter run Villanova used to go ahead by double figures for the remainder of the game. Xavier was held to just three points in the second quarter and the Wildcats extended their lead to 39-16 at the break. Siegrist had 13 points in the first half and Olsen added 10. Siegrist opened the third quarter with a 3-pointer to match Xavier's scoring output with 16 points. She finished 10 of 18 from the field as Villanova (17-3, 8-1 Big East) shot 55% from the field and held Xavier to 14-of-49 shooting (29%). Siegrist, the NCAA scoring leader at 28.9 points per game, was coming off back-to-back 32-point games to be named the Big East player of the week for the second straight week. She hasn't scored less than 27 since netting 21 against Marquette on Dec. 28. Fernanda Ovalle (5'10''-G-2003) scored 12 points for Xavier (7-12, 0-10). Courtesy of: washingtonpost.com |
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| Elonu leaves Angers - by Eurobasket News | |||
Elonu also represented Nigeria at the Olympic Games in Tokyo (Japan) two years ago. Her stats at that event were 3 games: 8.0ppg, 4.0rpg, 1.3apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 36.8%, 3PT: 33.3%. She is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball she experienced life in five different countries playing on three different continents. Elonu is familiar with European, Latin American and of course North American leagues. She has played previously professionally in Israel (Hapoel Galil Elion), Puerto Rico (Atenienses), Russia (Nadezhda), Spain (Avenida, Burgos, Girona and Conquero) and WNBA (Connecticut Sun and Atlanta Dream). Elonu won Spanish LFB championship title in 2017 and 2018 and the cup in 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2021. She was voted to Eurobasket.com Spanish LFB All-Imports Team back in 2014, 2015 and 2016. Elonu graduated from Texas A&M University in 2012 and it is her eleventh (!!!) season in pro basketball. (via @Be_BasketFr) |
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| Best players of Norwegian Kvinneligaen round 12 - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 24-year old playmaker had the game-high 23 points adding three rebounds and seven assists for Ullern in her team's victory, helping them to crush Midtbyen (#5, 5-7) with 17-point margin 85-68. Ullern is placed at 4th position in Norwegian Kvinneligaen. Ullern is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 6-9 record. In the team's last game Torresani had a remarkable five three-pointers out of 7 attempts. She turned to be Ullern's top player in her first season with the team. Torresani has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in assists (2nd best: 4.6apg) and averages solid 3.9spg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was American swingman Abbey Hoff (183-G/F) of second-ranked Baerum. Hoff impressed basketball fans with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Of course she led Baerum to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Bergen (#6, 2-11) 77-45. This victory allowed Baerum to move up to second position in the standings. Her team's 10-3 record is not bad at all. Hoff is a newcomer at Baerum and it seems she did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 14.6ppg (#7). She also registered 7.4 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was another Baerum's star - international forward Julie McCarthy (190-F-1993). McCarthy showcased her all-around game by recording 10 points, twenty one rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. She was another key player of Baerum, helping her team with a 77-45 easy win against the lower-ranked Bergen (#6, 2-11). Baerum needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 10 victories and 3 lost games. McCarthy has a great season in Norway. After 10 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 15.0rpg (#1 in league). She also has 2.2spg and 2.0bpg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Tori Halvorsen (183-C-1988) of Ullern - 19 points and 9 rebounds 5. Ane Schanke-Naess (174-G/F-2003) of Bergen - 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Siri Granheim (178-F-1994) of Asker - 15 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Fredrikke Hylen (174-SG-1996) of Asker - 22 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Ingrid Karlsen (184-F-2002) of Storm U. - 9 points and 9 rebounds 9. Makana Stone (183-F) of Baerum - 19 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Laura Basora) of Ullern - 11 points and 5 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| EBLK Round 16: Polkowice hands first defeat to Gorzow Wlkp. - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. Gorzow Wlkp. (13-1) recorded its first loss on the court of second ranked Polkowice on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Polkowice 90-75. It ended at the same time the 13-game winning streak of Gorzow Wlkp.. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Polkowice dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Gorzow Wlkp.'s 30. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American point guard Erica Wheeler (170-1991, college: Rutgers) fired 17 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Zimbabwean-American center Stephanie Mavunga (191-1995, college: Ohio St., agency: LBM Management) chipped in 20 points and 5 rebounds. American point guard Lindsay Allen (173-1995, college: Notre Dame) produced 21 points and 8 assists for lost side. Polkowice have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 11-3 record having just two points less than leader Gorzow Wlkp. Gorzow Wlkp. at the other side still keeps top place with one game lost. Polkowice are looking forward to face Katarzynki (#8) in Torun in the next round where they are favorite. Gorzow Wlkp. will play at home against Bydgoszcz (#11) and is hoping to win this game. Important game to mention about took place in Sosnowiec. Fifth ranked Sosnowiec (9-6) saved a 2-point victory at home edging one of their biggest challengers Lublin (9-6) 71-69 in the game for the fourth place. Worth to mention a great performance of Ghanian-American forward Batabe Zempare (191-1994, college: CSUB, agency: LBM Management) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds. Miroslava Prazenicova contributed with 21 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American guard Sparkle Taylor (178-1995, college: UTEP) replied with 27 points for Lublin. Sosnowiec moved-up to fourth place, which they share with defeated Lublin. Sosnowiec will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Lublin will play on the road against Poznan (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Bottom-ranked Pruszkow managed to get a second victory, breaking the two-game losing streak on Monday night. This time newly promoted Pruszkow won against tenth-ranked Bydgoszcz 86-75. Worth to mention a great performance of Weronika Papiernik who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points, 6 rebounds, 11 assists and 4 steals. At the losing side Karina Michalek responded with 29 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Pruszkow (2-13) moved-up to tenth place. Bydgoszcz lost tenth consecutive game. They dropped to the bottom position with 13 games lost. Pruszkow will meet higher ranked Wroclaw (#9) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Bydgoszcz will play against the league's leader Gorzow Wlkp. having rather not much hope for a victory. Rest of the games of round 16 were very predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Torun was crushed by Arka Gdynia in a road game 95-69. Wroclaw was beaten by Poznan at home 65-82. Polonia W-wa was destroyed by Torun on the opponent's court 88-62. The best stats of 16th round was 21 points and 14 rebounds by Aleksandra Pszczolarska of Torun.
Pruszkow - Bydgoszcz 86-75 Bottom-ranked Pruszkow managed to get a second victory, breaking the two-game losing streak on Monday night. This time newly promoted Pruszkow won against tenth-ranked Bydgoszcz 86-75. Pruszkow dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Bydgoszcz's 28. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Bydgoszcz's players. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Weronika Papiernik (174-1998) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points, 6 rebounds, 11 assists and 4 steals and Magdalena Parysek-Bochniak (182-1989) who added 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side the former international forward Karina Michalek (180-1993) responded with 29 points and 6 rebounds and Marta Wieczynska (180-1998) scored 10 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Five Pruszkow and four Bydgoszcz players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Pruszkow (2-13) moved-up to tenth place. Bydgoszcz lost tenth consecutive game. They dropped to the bottom position with 13 games lost. Pruszkow will meet higher ranked Wroclaw (#9) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Bydgoszcz will play against the league's leader Gorzow Wlkp. having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: Pruszkow: M.Parysek-Bochniak 21+7reb+4ast, J.Berezowska 17+2reb+4ast, W.Papiernik 16+6reb+11ast, M.Marciniak 13+13reb+3ast, M.Marta 11+2reb+5ast, S.Katarzyna 4+1reb+2ast Bydgoszcz: K.Michalek 29+6reb+1ast, K.Zuzanna 13+6reb+2ast, M.Wieczynska 10+5reb+6ast, S.Wiktoria 10+5reb+4ast, Z.Aleksandra 5+1ast, K.Martyna 4 Polkowice - Gorzow Wlkp. 90-75 Gorzow Wlkp. (13-1) recorded its first loss on the court of second ranked Polkowice on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Polkowice 90-75. It ended at the same time the 13-game winning streak of Gorzow Wlkp.. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Polkowice dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Gorzow Wlkp.'s 30. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American point guard Erica Wheeler (170-1991, college: Rutgers) fired 17 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Zimbabwean-American center Stephanie Mavunga (191-1995, college: Ohio St., agency: LBM Management) chipped in 20 points and 5 rebounds. American point guard Lindsay Allen (173-1995, college: Notre Dame) produced 21 points and 8 assists and Australian forward Alanna Smith (193-1996, college: Stanford) added 21 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Polkowice have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 11-3 record having just two points less than leader Gorzow Wlkp. Gorzow Wlkp. at the other side still keeps top place with one game lost. Polkowice are looking forward to face Katarzynki (#8) in Torun in the next round where they are favorite. Gorzow Wlkp. will play at home against Bydgoszcz (#11) and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Polkowice: A.Spanou 21+4reb+1ast, S.Mavunga 20+5reb+3ast, E.Wheeler 17+5reb+7ast, Z.Friskovec 12+6reb+3ast, B.Puter 10+4reb, W.Telenga 7+9reb+1ast Gorzow Wlkp.: L.Allen 21+2reb+8ast, A.Smith 21+6reb+1ast, Z.Wadoux 13+4reb+3ast, C.Horvat 10+11reb+5ast, T.Senyurek 4+2reb, B.Julia 4+1reb+1ast Arka Gdynia - Torun 95-69 There was no surprise when 8th ranked Katarzynki (5-9) was crushed on the road by fourth ranked Arka Gdynia (10-5) 95-69 on Sunday. Arka Gdynia outrebounded Katarzynki 43-25 including 32 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Katarzynki's players. Worth to mention a great performance of center Magdalena Szymkiewicz (180-2002) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and international center Kamila Borkowska (201-2002) who added 16 points and 7 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. Four Arka Gdynia players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Alexis Jones (175-1994, college: Baylor) responded with 17 points and the former international Angelika Stankiewicz (170-1995) scored 17 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. Arka Gdynia moved-up to third place. Loser Katarzynki keeps the eighth position with nine games lost. They share it with Wroclaw. Arka Gdynia will meet Polonia W-wa (#7) in the next round. Katarzynki will play against the league's second-placed Polkowice and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Arka Gdynia: S.Magdalena 22+3reb+2ast, B.Kamila 16+7reb, M.Kastanek 16+2reb+2ast, K.Higgins 13+8reb+1ast, K.Vuckovic 7+6reb+5ast, N.Fontaine 6+3reb+1ast Torun: A.Stankiewicz 17+1reb+4ast, A.Jones 17+3reb+3ast, K.Podkanska 10+2reb, V.Louka 9+3reb, P.Aleksandra 8+5reb+1ast, E.Adebayo 4+7reb+1ast Sosnowiec - Lublin 71-69 Important game to mention about took place in Sosnowiec. Fifth ranked Sosnowiec (9-6) saved a 2-point victory at home edging one of their biggest challengers Lublin (9-6) 71-69 in the game for the fourth place. Worth to mention a great performance of Ghanian-American forward Batabe Zempare (191-1994, college: CSUB, agency: LBM Management) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds. Slovakian forward Miroslava Prazenicova (184-1997) contributed with 21 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American guard Sparkle Taylor (178-1995, college: UTEP) replied with 27 points and Ukrainian power forward Tetyana Yurkevicius (187-1995) added 11 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Lublin. Sosnowiec moved-up to fourth place, which they share with defeated Lublin. Sosnowiec will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Lublin will play on the road against Poznan (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Sosnowiec: B.Zempare 22+10reb+3ast, M.Prazenicova 21+9reb+4ast, J.Coleman 11+10reb+8ast, W.Klaudia 6+4reb+2ast, L.Grzenkowicz 5+3reb, Q.Urbaniak-Dornstauder 4 Lublin: S.Taylor 27+3reb+2ast, T.Yurkevicius 11+9reb+2ast, K.Zec 7, M.Zietara 7+5reb+5ast, A.Stanacev 6+3reb+2ast, N.Mack 6+10reb+3ast Wroclaw - Poznan 65-82 No shocking result in a game when sixth ranked Poznan (8-7) defeated on the road 9th ranked Wroclaw (5-9) 82-65 on Sunday. Poznan forced 19 Wroclaw turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Alecia Sutton (173-1998, college: Texas) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 assists and the other American import forward Maya Dodson (191-1999, college: Notre Dame) who added 19 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Five Poznan players scored in double figures. At the losing side American forward Stephanie Jones (188-1998, college: Maryland) responded with 21 points and 9 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) and swingman Karolina Stefanczyk (182-1999) scored 16 points. Poznan have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain sixth position with 8-7 record. Loser Wroclaw dropped to the eighth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Torun. Poznan will meet at home higher ranked Lublin (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Wroclaw will play against Pruszkow and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Poznan: M.Dodson 19+11reb, A.Sutton 17+2reb+14ast, M.Pokk 16+7reb+2ast, A.Skobel 13+4reb+3ast, Z.Aleksandra 10+1reb, J.Popovic 6+4reb Wroclaw: S.Jones 21+9reb+3ast, K.Stefanczyk 16+3reb+1ast, N.Kurach 10+4reb, P.Jaworska 6+2reb+6ast, A.Jakubiuk 6+4reb+2ast, J.Drop 6+5reb+8ast Torun - Polonia W-wa 88-62 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Torun where 7th ranked Polonia W-wa (6-7) was rolled over by eighth ranked Katarzynki (5-9) 88-62 on Wednesday. Katarzynki made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Polonia W-wa turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Aleksandra Pszczolarska (180-2001) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points and 14 rebounds and American guard Alexis Jones (175-1994, college: Baylor) who added 25 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Four Katarzynki players scored in double figures. At the losing side center Martyna Leszczynska (190-2000) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds and American guard Andreona Keys (178-1995, college: Purdue) scored 16 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Polonia W-wa's coach Maciej Gordon gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Katarzynki maintains eighth position with 5-9 record, which they share with Wroclaw. Loser Polonia W-wa keeps the seventh place with seven games lost. Katarzynki will meet at home league's second-placed Polkowice in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Polonia W-wa will play against Arka Gdynia (#3) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Torun: A.Jones 25+5reb+6ast, P.Aleksandra 21+14reb+2ast, A.Stankiewicz 14+1reb+5ast, M.Grays 10+11reb+6ast, V.Louka 8+1reb+1ast, K.Podkanska 6+7reb+1ast Polonia W-wa: A.Keys 16+5reb+4ast, J.Jackson 16+8reb+1ast, M.Leszczynska 13+11reb+2ast, A.Pawlowska 9+4ast, K.Sosnowska 6+2reb+3ast, M.Mistygacz 2+1ast |
| Magdalena Parysek-Bochniak gets MVP of the Week award for Polish EBLK (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 33-year old power forward had the game-high 21 points adding seven rebounds and four assists for Pruszkow in her team's victory, helping them to beat Bydgoszcz (#11, 1-13) 86-75. The game was not the highest importance and did not have significant influence on top of the standings. Pruszkow is placed at 10th position in Polish EBLK. 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. Pruszkow have already lost 13 games and recorded just two victories. Parysek-Bochniak has many years of experience at Pruszkow, through which she has constantly improved. Magdalena Parysek-Bochniak averages this season 14.1ppg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young international forward Karina Michalek (180-F-1993) of Bydgoszcz. Michalek impressed basketball fans with 29 points and 6 rebounds. Bad luck as Bydgoszcz lost that game 75-86 to slightly higher-ranked Pruszkow (#10, 2-13). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Bydgoszcz dropped in the standings to very bottom position. 13 lost games are too many comparing to just one victory Bydgoszcz managed to get this year. Michalek is one of the most experienced players at Bydgoszcz and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. The third best performed player last round was Aleksandra Pszczolarska (180-F-2001) of Torun (#8). Pszczolarska scored 21 points and grabbed fourteen rebounds (!!!). She was a key player of Torun, leading her team to a 88-62 easy win against slightly higher-ranked Polonia W-wa (#7, 6-7). The chances of Torun not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 9 games, recording just five victories. With bigger assistance of her teammates, Pszczolarska could try to bring Torun's a little bit higher in the standings. Pszczolarska has a very solid season. In 14 games in Poland she scored 8.6ppg. She also has 6.4rpg and FGP: 56.3%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Maya Dodson (191-F-1999) of Poznan - 19 points and 11 rebounds 5. Batabe Zempare (191-F-1994) of Sosnowiec - 22 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Stephanie Jones (188-F-1998) of Wroclaw - 21 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Marzena Marciniak (183-F-1991) of Pruszkow - 13 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Alexis Jones (175-G-1994) of Torun - 25 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 9. Artemis Spanou (187-F-1993) of Polkowice - 21 points and 4 rebounds 10. Weronika Papiernik (174-G-1998) of Pruszkow - 16 points, 6 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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| Raphaella Monteiro gets MVP of the Week award for Portuguese Liga Feminina - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 27-year old forward had a double-double of 22 points and fourteen rebounds, while her team crushed CDEFF (#11, 3-11) with 17-point margin 73-56. It allowed Benfica to consolidate first place in the Portuguese Liga Feminina. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is already in a full swing and Benfica still have not lost a single game, getting all 16 victories. In the team's last game Monteiro had a remarkable 70.0% from 2-point range. She turned to be Benfica's top player in her first season with the team. Monteiro has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in points (5th best: 16.0ppg), rebounds (4th best: 9.9rpg) and averages solid 60.4% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Brazilian center Monique Pereira (190-C-1996) of Imortal. Pereira impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 21 points and 22 rebounds. Of course she led Imortal to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Natacao (#9, 4-12) 61-36. Imortal's 6th position in the standings has not changed. Her team lost some distance to top teams. But 8-8 record is not bad and everything may still change. Pereira is a newcomer at Imortal and despite she is not a team leader yet, every game she becomes more reliable player. Hopefully performances like the last one will happen more often. The third best performed player last round was American Alyesha Lovett (183-F/G-1993) of second-ranked Sportiva. Lovett scored 23 points and passed five assists. She was a key player of Sportiva, leading her team to a 74-61 easy win against the lower-ranked CAB Madeira (#7, 6-9). Sportiva needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 12 victories and 4 lost games. Lovett has a very solid season. In 16 games in Portugal she scored 12.2ppg. She also has 5.4rpg and 2.2spg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Rosemarie Julien (180-F-1994) of Q.Lombos - 27 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Courtney Warley (190-C-1999) of Benfica - 20 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Miriam McKenzie (177-G-1990) of CAB Madeira - 12 points, 17 rebounds and 5 assists 7. Mariana Garrido (170-PG-2000) of Olivais - 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Alyssa Cerino (184-F-1997) of Sportiva - 15 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Akila Smith (185-F-2000) of CDEFF - 15 points and 6 rebounds 10. Krystal Freeman (183-F-1999) of GDESSA - 12 points, 12 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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| Cave's double-double lands her Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
She had a double-double of 25 points and 15 rebounds, while her team outclassed Targoviste (#11, 1-11) with 56-point margin 98-42. It allowed Sf.Gheorghe to consolidate first place in the Romanian Liga Nationala. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. It's already very far into the season and Sf.Gheorghe keeps a perfect 12-0 record. Cave turned to be Sf.Gheorghe's top player in her first season with the team. Baylor University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Cave is league's best scorer averaging so far 20.2ppg. Cave is in league's top in rebounds (6th best: 9.7rpg) and averages solid 1.3bpg and 63.8% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Nikki Greene (193-C/F-1990) of league's second-best Arad. She is American in her first season at Arad. In the last game Greene recorded impressive double-double of 19 points and 11 rebounds. Of course she led Arad to another comfortable win 75-60 over the lower-ranked Cluj Napoca (#7, 3-9) being unquestionably team leader. Arad's second position in the standings has not changed. Her team belongs to top of the standings with 11-1 record and is considered one of the main candidates for the league title. Greene is a newcomer at Arad and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to guard Adrienne Motley (175-G-1995) of Rapid (#5). Motley showcased her all-around game by recording 19 points, seven rebounds and eight assists in the last round. She was a key player of Rapid, leading her team to a 77-58 easy win against slightly lower-ranked Targu Secuiesc (#6, 6-6). Rapid needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 8 victories and 4 lost games. Motley has a great season in Romania. After only 7 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 15.9ppg (6th best) and assists with 4.7apg (5th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Lydia Rivers (188-F-1997) of Constanta - 9 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Tanesha Sutton (178-G-1995) of Cluj Napoca - 15 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Maria Jespersen (183-F-1994) of Sf.Gheorghe - 18 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Gabriela Irimia (183-SF-1990) of Rapid - 16 points and 4 rebounds 8. Brianna Wilson (193-C-1991) of Targu Secuiesc - 6 points and 14 rebounds 9. Miljana Dzombeta (175-PG-1994) of Constanta - 11 points, 3 rebounds and 12 assists 10. Vita Horobets (180-G/F-1996) of Targu Mures - 18 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Oleynikova's 24 points and 9 assists give her Superleague 1 Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||||
She had the game-high 24 points adding nine rebounds and nine assists for Runa in her team's victory, helping them to beat Stavropol (#11, 2-13) 91-86. Runa maintains the 8th position in Russian league. Runa is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 7-10 record. In the team's last game Oleynikova had a remarkable 88.9% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for her as usually she does not deliver so high stats. Eleonora Oleynikova averages this season 10.2ppg and 5.4rpg. Second best performed player last round was Elena Fedotova (185-F/C-1990) of Kazanochka. She is a forward in her second season at Kazanochka. In the last game Fedotova recorded impressive 27 points and 4 rebounds. It was enough for Kazanochka to edge the lower-ranked Spartak SP (#10, 4-13) by 6 points 73-67. This victory allowed Kazanochka to move up to 4th position in the standings. Her team's 12-5 record is not bad at all. Fedotova is well-known at Kazanochka and she already established her position as one of the team's leaders. Third place about best performers goes to guard Galina Lyashenko (172-PG-1991) of Stavropol (#11). Lyashenko scored 20 points and passed eight assists. Despite Lyashenko's great performance Stavropol lost 86-91 to the higher-ranked Runa (#8, 7-10). But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates. Stavropol can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 2-13 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Lyashenko has a very solid season. In 13 games in Russia she scored 10.7ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Valeria Yakovleva (187-C-2004) of MBA-2 - 18 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Yuliya Elistratova (202-C-1991) of Spartak N. - 23 points and 10 rebounds 6. Liudmila Maltseva (190-C-1988) of Stavropol - 12 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Viktoriya Scherbakova (194-C-2001) of Runa - 14 points and 4 rebounds 8. Alena Burmakina (194-C-2004) of UMMC Junior - 8 points and 11 rebounds 9. Anastasia Bocharova (182-SF-1977) of MBA-2 - 14 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Oxana Bubnova (184-F/C-2004) of Dynamo-En.IVA - 18 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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| Grant-Allen's double-double lands her Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
She had a double-double of 17 points and 13 rebounds, while her team beat Sparta&K MR (#7, 9-10) 73-59. Nika is placed at 5th position in Russian PBL. Nika 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 10-9 record. Grant-Allen turned to be Nika's top player in her first season with the team. University of Dayton graduate has very impressive stats this year. Grant-Allen is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 8.5rpg) and averages solid 50.6% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Nevena Jovanovic (182-SG-1990). She is Serbian guard in her first season at Nika. In the last game Jovanovic recorded impressive 16 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Of course together with Grant-Allen she helped Nika with another comfortable win 73-59 over slightly lower-ranked Sparta&K MR (#7, 9-10) being unquestionably team leader. This victory allowed Nika to move up to 5th position in the standings. Her team lost some distance to top teams. But 10-9 record is not bad and everything may still change. Jovanovic is a newcomer at Nika and despite she is not a team leader yet, every game she becomes more reliable player. Hopefully performances like the last one will happen more often. Third place about best performers goes to center Eva Lisec (193-C-1995, agency: LBM Management) of league's second-best Dynamo K.. Lisec scored 14 points and grabbed nine rebounds. She was a key player of Dynamo K., leading her team to a 65-43 easy win against #4 ranked Nadezhda in a game of the week. Dynamo K. is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 17-2 record is not that bad... Lisec has a great season in Russia. After 19 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 12.9ppg (8th best) and assists with 3.5apg (9th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Anastasiia Kosu (185-F-2005) of UMMC - 14 points and 5 rebounds 5. Maria Vadeeva (193-C-1998) of UMMC - 14 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Marina Bas (194-F-1985) of Samara - 16 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Iuliia Grabovskaia (190-C-2001) of Rostov - 15 points and 6 rebounds 8. Daria Ignatova (180-SG-2000) of Sparta&K MR - 18 points and 6 rebounds 9. Anna Zaitceva (182-F/C-1999) of Samara - 16 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Veronika Pavliuchenko (184-F/C-2001) of Rostov - 17 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)
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| PBL Round 19: Dynamo K. defeat Nadezhda in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The games at this stage are more interesting as they can be crucial for the final standings in Regular Season. Despite we already know who is stronger and who is weaker, there may be still last minute surprises and upsets. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. An interesting game for Dynamo K. (17-2) which played road game in Orenburg against 4th placed Nadezhda (13-6). Second ranked Dynamo K. had an easy win 65-43. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Nadezhda. Worth to mention a great performance of Slovenian center Eva Lisec (193-1995, agency: LBM Management) who helped to win the game recording 14 points and 9 rebounds. The former international Olga Frolkina (185-1997) contributed with 16 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Forward Svetlana Tokhtash (187-1992) answered with 12 points and 8 rebounds for Nadezhda. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Dynamo K. have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. Defending champion maintains second place with 17-2 record behind leader UMMC. Nadezhda at the other side keeps the fourth position with six games lost. Dynamo K. are looking forward to face Nika (#5) in Syktyvkar in the next round. Nadezhda will play at home against MBA and it may be a tough game between close rivals. PBL top team - UMMC (18-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed ninth ranked Dynamo NR (6-13) in Yekaterinburg 71-41. It was a great evening for the former international center Maria Vadeeva (193-1998) who led her team to a victory scoring 14 points and 4 assists. Albina Razheva helped adding 8 points and 12 rebounds. At the losing side American guard Ashley Beverly-Kelley (168-1993, college: Troy) responded with 17 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the eighteenth consecutive win for UMMC. They maintain first place with 18-0 record. Dynamo NR at the other side keeps the ninth position with 13 games lost. UMMC will play against Sparta&K MR (#7) in Vidnoye in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Dynamo NR will play at home against Rostov and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game in Syktyvkar was also quite interesting. 5th ranked Sparta&K MR (9-10) played at the court of seventh ranked Nika (10-9). Nika defeated Sparta&K MR 73-59 on Monday. It was an exceptional evening for Saicha Grant-Allen who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds. Daria Ignatova came up with 18 points and 6 rebounds for Sparta&K MR in the defeat. Nika moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Samara. Loser Sparta&K MR dropped to the seventh position with ten games lost. Nika will meet league's second-placed Dynamo K. in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sparta&K MR will play against the league's leader UMMC (#1) and hope to secure a win. Other games in round 19 were not that significant. Samara smashed Neftyanik on the road 83-62. Rostov won against Dynamo M. on its own court 69-61. Enisey unfortunately lost to MBA in Moscow 52-65. The most impressive performance of 19th round was 9 points and 6 rebounds by Zhosselina Maiga of MBA.
Nadezhda - Dynamo K. 43-65 An interesting game for Dynamo K. (17-2) which played road game in Orenburg against 4th placed Nadezhda (13-6). Second ranked Dynamo K. had an easy win 65-43. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Nadezhda. Worth to mention a great performance of Slovenian center Eva Lisec (193-1995, agency: LBM Management) who helped to win the game recording 14 points and 9 rebounds. The former international Olga Frolkina (185-1997) contributed with 16 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Forward Svetlana Tokhtash (187-1992) answered with 12 points and 8 rebounds and American forward Unique Thompson (190-1999, college: Auburn) added 5 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Nadezhda. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Dynamo K. have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. Defending champion maintains second place with 17-2 record behind leader UMMC. Nadezhda at the other side keeps the fourth position with six games lost. Dynamo K. are looking forward to face Nika (#5) in Syktyvkar in the next round. Nadezhda will play at home against MBA and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Dynamo K.: O.Frolkina 16+5reb+4ast, E.Lisec 14+9reb+2ast, E.Shabanova 11+10reb, E.Kalu 8+5reb+1ast, E.Frolkina 7+1reb+1ast, A.Shtanko 4+4reb+2ast Nadezhda: S.Tokhtash 12+8reb, V.Medvedeva 9+3reb+1ast, D.Namok 5+1reb+2ast, U.Thompson 5+10reb, L.Veronika 5+3ast, L.Alisa 4+1reb+1ast Neftyanik - Samara 62-83 No shocking result in a game when sixth ranked Samara (10-9) crushed 11th ranked Neftyanik (2-16) in Omsk 83-62 on Monday. They outrebounded Neftyanik 44-27 including 32 on the defensive glass. It was an exceptional evening for the former international forward Marina Bas (194-1985) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds. The former international power forward Anna Zaitceva (182-1999) accounted for 16 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. Four Samara players scored in double figures. Swingman Darya Levchenko (182-1994, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) came up with 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Albina Khamitova (186-1994) added 10 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Neftyanik 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. Samara moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Nika. Newly promoted Neftyanik keeps the eleventh position with 16 games lost. Samara will meet bottom-ranked Dynamo M. (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Neftyanik will play against Enisey in Krasnoyarsk and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Samara: M.Bas 16+11reb+2ast, D.Kolosovskaya 16+1reb, A.Zaitceva 16+6reb+2ast, D.Kurilchuk 15+4reb+4ast, Y.Natalya 6+1reb+1ast, A.Komarova 6+2reb+1ast Neftyanik: D.Levchenko 14+7reb+4ast, A.Khamitova 10+7reb, N.Matrosova 8+3reb+2ast, E.Mishkareva 7+1reb+1ast, K.Ekaterina 6+2reb+4ast, X.Afanasenko 6+1reb+2ast Nika - Sparta&K MR 73-59 The game in Syktyvkar was also quite interesting. 5th ranked Sparta&K MR (9-10) played at the court of seventh ranked Nika (10-9). Nika defeated Sparta&K MR 73-59 on Monday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Nika made 8 blocks. It was an exceptional evening for Canadian center Saicha Grant-Allen (196-1995, college: Dayton) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds. Serbian Nevena Jovanovic (182-1990) accounted for 16 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists for the winning side. Four Nika players scored in double figures. The former international Daria Ignatova (180-2000) came up with 18 points and 6 rebounds and forward Anna Pozdnyakova (180-2000) added 18 points respectively for Sparta&K MR in the defeat. Nika moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Samara. Loser Sparta&K MR dropped to the seventh position with ten games lost. Nika will meet league's second-placed Dynamo K. in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sparta&K MR will play against the league's leader UMMC (#1) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Nika: S.Grant-Allen 17+13reb+3ast, N.Jovanovic 16+8reb+7ast, J.Poluyanova 13+5reb+2ast, N.Baric 11+4reb+5ast, T.Burik 4+1reb, E.Fedorenkova 4 Sparta&K MR: A.Pozdnyakova 18+1reb, D.Ignatova 18+6reb+1ast, A.Sabina 7+5reb+1ast, A.Kuznetsova 4+1reb+2ast, V.Kuchina 4+3reb, K.Kuzmina 4+9reb Rostov - Dynamo M. 69-61 Rather expected game when 12th ranked Dynamo M. (1-18) lost on the road to tenth ranked Rostov (4-15) 69-61 on Monday. Rostov forced 20 Dynamo M. turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for power forward Veronika Pavliuchenko (184-2001, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) who led the winners and scored 17 points and 4 assists. Center Iuliia Grabovskaia (190-2001) accounted for 15 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. Armenian Sofya Demirchyan (173-2000) came up with 16 points and 6 rebounds and center Daria Egorova (190-2000) added 11 points and 10 rebounds respectively for Dynamo M. in the defeat. Rostov maintains tenth place with 4-15 record. Dynamo M. lost their sixth game in a row. They stay dead last with 18 lost games. Rostov will meet higher ranked Dynamo NR (#9) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Dynamo M. will play against Samara and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Rostov: V.Pavliuchenko 17+3reb+4ast, I.Grabovskaia 15+6reb, M.Adashchyk 12+4reb+4ast, A.Masko 9+3reb+3ast, E.Mikhailova 8+6reb+3ast, E.Osipova 6+7reb+1ast Dynamo M.: S.Demirchyan 16+6reb+1ast, E.Shataeva-Nikitina 11+3reb+2ast, D.Egorova 11+10reb+1ast, N.Harbachova 8+7reb+1ast, E.Chistyakova 8+8reb+1ast, A.Rakhimova 3+1reb+1ast UMMC - Dynamo NR 71-41 PBL top team - UMMC (18-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed ninth ranked Dynamo NR (6-13) in Yekaterinburg 71-41. UMMC dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Dynamo NR's 28. They outrebounded Dynamo NR 44-28 including 34 on the defensive glass. UMMC players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Dynamo NR's players. It was a great evening for the former international center Maria Vadeeva (193-1998) who led her team to a victory scoring 14 points and 4 assists. The former international forward Albina Razheva (189-1994) helped adding 8 points and 12 rebounds. At the losing side American guard Ashley Beverly-Kelley (168-1993, college: Troy) responded with 17 points and Puerto Rican forward Mya Hollingshed (190-1999, college: Colorado) scored 6 points and 10 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the eighteenth consecutive win for UMMC. They maintain first place with 18-0 record. Dynamo NR at the other side keeps the ninth position with 13 games lost. UMMC will play against Sparta&K MR (#7) in Vidnoye in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Dynamo NR will play at home against Rostov and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: UMMC: K.Anastasiia 14+5reb+1ast, M.Vadeeva 14+4reb+4ast, D.Repnikova 13+1reb+3ast, A.Razheva 8+12reb+1ast, T.Krajisnik-Jovanovic 8+6reb+1ast, E.Beglova 5+3reb Dynamo NR: A.Beverly-Kelley 17+4reb, M.Hollingshed 6+10reb+3ast, L.Mama Kapinga-Maweja 5+2reb, M.Savina 5+1reb, S.Olga 4+2reb+3ast, N.Potemina 2+1reb MBA - Enisey 65-52 Very predictable result when third ranked MBA (16-3) won against 8th ranked Enisey (7-12) in Moscow 65-52 on Tuesday. They outrebounded Enisey 47-28 including a 15-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for the former international Elena Kirillova (185-1986, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) who led the winners and scored 15 points. The former international center Zhosselina Maiga (192-1996) accounted for 9 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. Arseniia Matveeva (181-2000) came up with 15 points and power forward Ekatarina Polyashova-Burova (189-1996, agency: LBM Management) added 8 points and 6 rebounds (made all of her eight free throws) respectively for Enisey in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. MBA maintains third place with 16-3 record having just one point less than leader UMMC. Enisey lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the eighth position with 12 games lost. MBA will meet Nadezhda (#4) in the next round. Enisey will play against Neftyanik (#11) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: MBA: E.Kirillova 15+4reb+1ast, M.Goldyreva 11+1ast, Z.Maiga 9+6reb+3ast, A.Leshovceva 8+6reb+2ast, V.Cheren 8+9reb+1ast, M.Krymova 6+3reb+2ast Enisey: A.Matveeva 15+1reb+1ast, E.Polyashova-Burova 8+6reb+1ast, E.Golovchenko 8+3reb+4ast, Y.Pavlova 6+2reb+2ast, S.Kornyenko 5+1reb, A.Shuvagina 4+2reb+1ast |
| Superleague 1 Round 17: MBA-2 lose to Dynamo-Farm - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The game between second ranked MBA-2 (12-5) and fourth ranked Dynamo-Farm (12-4) was the most important one in the last round on Sunday night. MBA-2 was defeated by Dynamo-Farm in a tough game in Kursk 74-80. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of MBA-2. Dynamo-Farm forced 26 MBA-2 turnovers. Strangely MBA-2 outrebounded Dynamo-Farm 35-19 including a 24-9 advantage in defensive rebounds. Daria Goncharova (187-2002) orchestrated the victory by scoring 13 points and 5 assists. Guard Yana Elberg (177-2004) contributed with 14 points for the winners. Center Valeria Yakovleva (187-2004) answered with 18 points and 9 rebounds for MBA-2. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Dynamo-Farm moved-up to third place. MBA-2 at the other side dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with Kazanochka. Dynamo-Farm are looking forward to face league's second-placed UMMC Junior in Yekaterinburg in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. MBA-2 will play on the road against Sparta&K-2 V in Vidnoye and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Superleague 1 top team - Chevakata (15-2) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat seventh ranked Spartak N. (9-9) in Noginsk 71-56. Center Alina Bezborodova (185-2000) stepped up and scored 19 points for the winners and Ekaterina Terekhova chipped in 10 points and 13 rebounds. Center Yuliya Elistratova (202-1991) responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds. Spartak N.'s coach Tatiana Larina rotated ten players and allowed the starting five to rest. Chevakata maintains first place with 15-2 record. Spartak N. at the other side keeps the seventh position with nine games lost. Chevakata will play against Kazanochka (#4) on the road in the next round. Spartak N. will play against Spartak SP and hopes to get back on the winning track. Bottom-ranked Novocherkassk is still unable to win any game. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their 16th consecutive match to ninth ranked Dynamo-En.IVA (6-11) 77-55 on Sunday evening. Oxana Bubnova nailed 18 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side. Dynamo-En.IVA's coach felt very confident using 10 players saving starting five for next games. Mariam Banna came up with 14 points and 7 rebounds for Novocherkassk in the defeat. Dynamo-En.IVA maintains ninth place with 6-11 record. Loser Novocherkassk still closes the standings. Dynamo-En.IVA will meet Stavropol (#11) on the road in the next round. Novocherkassk will play against Runa and hopes to get finally their first victory. There were no big surprises in other games of round 17: Spartak SP was beaten by Kazanochka on the road 73-67. Stavropol lost to Runa on its own court 86-91. UMMC Junior managed to outperform Sparta&K-2 V in Yekaterinburg 71-67. The most impressive performance of 17th round was 18 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists by Sofia Liulina of Sparta&K-2 V.
Spartak N. - Chevakata 56-71 Superleague 1 top team - Chevakata (15-2) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat seventh ranked Spartak N. (9-9) in Noginsk 71-56. Chevakata dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to Spartak N.'s 20. Chevakata forced 22 Spartak N. turnovers and outrebounded them 45-30 including a 16-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Center Alina Bezborodova (185-2000) stepped up and scored 19 points for the winners and center Ekaterina Terekhova (188-1990) chipped in 10 points and 13 rebounds. Four Chevakata players scored in double figures. Center Yuliya Elistratova (202-1991) responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds and power forward Kristina Lykho (185-1997) scored 7 points. Spartak N.'s coach Tatiana Larina rotated ten players and allowed the starting five to rest. Chevakata maintains first place with 15-2 record. Spartak N. at the other side keeps the seventh position with nine games lost. Chevakata will play against Kazanochka (#4) on the road in the next round. Spartak N. will play against Spartak SP and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Spartak N.: Y.Elistratova 23+10reb, C.Kseniya 9+2reb+1ast, K.Lykho 7+4reb+2ast, O.Gorshechnikova 5+2reb+3ast, P.Anastasiya 4+1reb+2ast, E.Korotygina 3+2reb+5ast Chevakata: B.Alina 19+4reb+1ast, M.Sheveleva 12+9reb+1ast, E.Terekhova 10+13reb, A.Zabolotskaya 10+6reb+3ast, Y.Samorodova 8+3reb, A.Sushchyk 5+2reb+7ast Kazanochka - Spartak SP 73-67 No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Kazanochka (12-5) beat at home 10th ranked Spartak SP (4-13) 73-67 on Sunday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Kazanochka shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 52.2 percentage. Power forward Elena Fedotova (185-1990) nailed 27 points (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) for the winning side and guard Karina Levenkova (166-2002) accounted for 16 points and 5 assists. Kazanochka's coach used a ten-player rotation saving starting five for next games. Forward Diana Popova (183-1997, agency: LBM Management) came up with 17 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Gulnaz Siraeva (169-1993) added 18 points respectively for Spartak SP in the defeat. Kazanochka have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with MBA-2. Spartak SP lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 13 games lost. Kazanochka will meet at home league's leader Chevakata in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Spartak SP will play against Spartak N. (#7) in Noginsk and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Spartak SP: G.Siraeva 18+2reb+1ast, D.Popova 17+7reb+4ast, A.Andrushchenko 9+2reb+2ast, B.Marina 8+6reb, L.Ekaterina 6, T.Soloveva 4+3reb+4ast Kazanochka: E.Fedotova 27+4reb+1ast, L.Karina 16+3reb+5ast, A.Novikova 11+2ast, A.Kuplinova 9+8reb+5ast, K.Mariya 5+5reb+1ast, A.Kazakova 3+3reb+1ast Dynamo-Farm - MBA-2 80-74 The game between second ranked MBA-2 (12-5) and fourth ranked Dynamo-Farm (12-4) was the most important one in the last round on Sunday night. MBA-2 was defeated by Dynamo-Farm in a tough game in Kursk 74-80. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of MBA-2. Dynamo-Farm forced 26 MBA-2 turnovers. Strangely MBA-2 outrebounded Dynamo-Farm 35-19 including a 24-9 advantage in defensive rebounds. Daria Goncharova (187-2002) orchestrated the victory by scoring 13 points and 5 assists. Guard Yana Elberg (177-2004) contributed with 14 points for the winners. Four Dynamo-Farm players scored in double figures. Center Valeria Yakovleva (187-2004) answered with 18 points and 9 rebounds and center Anastasiia Bobrik (185-2001) added 10 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for MBA-2. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Dynamo-Farm moved-up to third place. MBA-2 at the other side dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with Kazanochka. Dynamo-Farm are looking forward to face league's second-placed UMMC Junior in Yekaterinburg in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. MBA-2 will play on the road against Sparta&K-2 V in Vidnoye and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: MBA-2: V.Yakovleva 18+9reb+2ast, A.Bocharova 14+7reb+3ast, A.Bobrik 10+11reb+4ast, S.Kristina 9+2reb+3ast, Y.Nadezhda 8+4reb+5ast, S.Anastasiia 7+2reb Dynamo-Farm: S.Alexandra 15+1ast, E.Yana 14+3reb+1ast, D.Goncharova 13+2reb+5ast, R.Maria 13+1reb+3ast, M.Elena 12+1reb, K.Sofya 9+4reb+2ast Novocherkassk - Dynamo-En.IVA 55-77 Bottom-ranked Novocherkassk is still unable to win any game. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their 16th consecutive match to ninth ranked Dynamo-En.IVA (6-11) 77-55 on Sunday evening. Dynamo-En.IVA forced 26 Novocherkassk turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Novocherkassk's players. Power forward Oxana Bubnova (184-2004) nailed 18 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side and Belarusian forward Yana Haliakova (184-2001) accounted for 11 points and 10 rebounds. Dynamo-En.IVA's coach felt very confident using 10 players saving starting five for next games. Power forward Mariam Banna (183-1999) came up with 14 points and 7 rebounds and center Alexandra Plyasova (194-1987) added 4 points and 17 rebounds respectively for Novocherkassk in the defeat. Dynamo-En.IVA maintains ninth place with 6-11 record. Loser Novocherkassk still closes the standings. Dynamo-En.IVA will meet Stavropol (#11) on the road in the next round. Novocherkassk will play against Runa and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Novocherkassk: S.Darya 14+3reb+4ast, M.Banna 14+7reb+2ast, A.Chyzhevskaya 10+4reb, S.Vera 5+4reb, B.Darya 5+4reb+1ast, A.Plyasova 4+17reb+1ast Dynamo-En.IVA: B.Oxana 18+5reb+2ast, Y.Haliakova 11+10reb+3ast, B.Sofia 11+3reb+2ast, I.Polina 8+5reb+4ast, E.Kuzmenkova 8+4reb+2ast, E.Kuznetsova 6+1reb Stavropol - Runa 86-91 Rather expected game when 11th ranked Stavropol (2-13) lost at home to eighth ranked Runa (7-10) 91-86 on Sunday. Runa dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Stavropol's 34. Runa forced 19 Stavropol turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Forward Eleonora Oleynikova (178-1998) nailed 24 points, 9 rebounds, 9 assists and 6 steals (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) for the winning side and forward Yulia Savukova (177-2006) accounted for 5 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists. Runa's coach Dmitry Pivtsaykin used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Point guard Galina Lyashenko (172-1991) came up with 20 points and 8 assists and power forward Kseniya Andreeva (185-1992) added 23 points and 4 assists respectively for Stavropol in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Newly promoted Runa maintains eighth place with 7-10 record. Loser Stavropol keeps the eleventh position with 13 games lost. Runa will meet bottom-ranked Novocherkassk (#12) on the road in the next round. Stavropol will play against Dynamo-En.IVA and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Stavropol: K.Andreeva 23+1reb+4ast, G.Lyashenko 20+3reb+8ast, L.Maltseva 12+11reb+3ast, T.Sofya 11+2reb, K.Anastasiya 9+4reb+5ast, K.Goncharuk 6+1reb Runa: E.Oleynikova 24+9reb+9ast, Y.Inkina 15+2ast, S.Viktoriya 14+4reb+1ast, K.Maria 13+4reb, L.Eltaraina 10, G.Olesia 7+5reb+3ast Sparta&K-2 V - UMMC Junior 67-71 Rather predictable result when second ranked UMMC Junior (13-4) won against 6th ranked Sparta&K-2 V (9-8) in Vidnoye 71-67 on Monday. Guard Anna Borodina (179-2002) nailed 22 points for the winning side and center Alena Burmakina (194-2004) accounted for 8 points, 11 rebounds and 4 blocks. Forward Sofia Liulina (181-2004) came up with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and swingman Sofia Stepanova (176-2004) added 9 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Sparta&K-2 V in the defeat. UMMC Junior maintains second place with 13-4 record having just two points less than leader Chevakata. Loser Sparta&K-2 V keeps the sixth position with eight games lost. UMMC Junior will meet Dynamo-Farm (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Sparta&K-2 V will play against MBA-2 and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Sparta&K-2 V: L.Sofia 18+10reb+4ast, S.Polina 15+2reb+1ast, S.Sofia 9+7reb+3ast, D.Sabrina 7+1reb+2ast, O.Anastasiia 6+5reb+3ast, K.Karina 6+9reb+3ast UMMC Junior: B.Anna 22+2reb+1ast, K.Elizaveta 11+7reb, B.Alena 8+11reb+1ast, A.Daria 8+4reb+2ast, S.Darya 7+3ast, S.Maria 4+11reb+5ast |
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| Vuckovic's double-double lands her Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
She had a double-double of 22 points and 12 rebounds, while her team edged out Crvena Zvezda (#2, 10-2) 81-80. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Art Basket maintains the 4th position in Serbian 1 ZLS. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Art Basket will need more victories to improve their 9-4 record. In the team's last game Vuckovic had a remarkable 63.6% from 2-point range. She has many years of experience at Art Basket, through which she has constantly improved. Vuckovic has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in points (9th best: 15.8ppg), rebounds (6th best: 8.2rpg) and averages solid 56.3% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Zaklina Jankovic (190-C/F-1994, agency: BeoBasket) of Vojvodina 021. She is a in her second season at Vojvodina 021. In the last game Jankovic recorded impressive double-double of 22 points and 11 rebounds. Of course she led Vojvodina 021 to another comfortable win outscoring Vrbas (7-6) 85-54. This victory allowed Vojvodina 021 to move up to 6th position in the standings. Her team lost some distance to top teams. But 7-6 record is not bad and everything may still change. Jankovic is well-known at Vojvodina 021 and she already established her position as one of the team's leaders. Third place about best performers goes to forward Courtney Cleveland (178-F-1999) of Duga (#5). Cleveland scored 26 points and grabbed seven rebounds. She was a key player of Duga, leading her team to a 83-77 win against the lower-ranked Partizan (#8, 6-7). Duga needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 8 victories and 5 lost games. Cleveland has a great season in Serbia. After 13 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.6ppg (7th best). She also has 2.8spg and FGP: 54.9%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Andjela Janic (2005) of Kraljevo - 14 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Snezana Bogicevic (183-SG-1997) of Crvena Zvezda - 16 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Olga Stepanovic (180-F-1994) of Duga - 22 points and 5 rebounds 7. Katarina Knezevic (183-F-2005) of Partizan - 33 points and 2 rebounds 8. Jovana Djuric (2003) of Novosadska ZKA - 14 points and 11 rebounds 9. Marina Davinic (173-SG-2002) of Partizan - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Marina Karalic (182-PF-1994) of Sloga P. - 11 points, 7 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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SKL Stage Two StandingsSecond Stage: Round 1 Jan. 21: Celje - Konjice Jan. 21: Maribor - Jezica Jan. 21: Triglav - Ilrija |
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| Spanish LF Challenge round 18 best performance: Nneka Ezeigbo (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 24-year old player had a double-double of 22 points and 13 rebounds, while her team beat Alcobendas (#7, 10-8) 73-64. Zamarat is placed at 2nd position in Spanish LF Challenge. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Zamarat will need more victories to improve their 14-4 record. It's Ezeigbo's second year at Zamarat and it's hard to imagine this team without her. Former Robert Morris University star has very solid stats this year. Ezeigbo is in league's top in points (4th best: 15.8ppg), rebounds (4th best: 9.3rpg) and averages impressive 57.6% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Nigerian Murjanatu Musa (187-C-2000) of Celta Zorka. Musa had a very good evening with a double-double of 16 points and 16 rebounds. Of course she led Celta Zorka to another comfortable win 73-60 over the lower-ranked Melilla (#14, 5-12) being unquestionably team leader. Celta Zorka's 4th position in the standings has not changed. Her team's 12-4 record is not bad at all. Musa is well-known at Celta Zorka and is a proven leader in her second season with the team. Third on the list of top players last round was guard Marina Valles (173-G-1998) of Lima-Horta (#11). Valles scored 17 points and passed four assists. Despite Valles' great performance Lima-Horta lost 77-89 to slightly lower-ranked Adareva (#12, 6-11). But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Lima-Horta not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 11 games, recording just seven victories. With bigger assistance of her teammates, Valles could try to bring Lima-Horta's a little bit higher in the standings. Valles has a very solid season. In 18 games in Spain she scored 8.3ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Zsofia Licskai (189-C/F-1993) of Cordoba - 18 points, 15 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Maimouna Haidara (181-PF-2004) of Adareva - 20 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Jessica Fequiere (180-G/F-1993) of Ferrol - 18 points and 7 rebounds 7. Iciar German (185-F/C-1986) of Paterna - 11 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists 8. Patricia Benet (175-G-1988) of Melilla - 16 points and 10 rebounds 9. Tiffany Brown (168-PG-1986) of Estepona - 23 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Eliana Soriano (175-G-1989) of Lima-Horta - 17 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Sika Kone claims Spanish LF Endesa Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 20-year old power forward had a double-double of 24 points and twenty three rebounds, while her team beat Jairis (#14, 6-11) 75-63. The game was not the highest importance and did not have significant influence on top of the standings. Gran Canaria maintains the 9th position in Spanish LF Endesa. Gran Canaria is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 8-9 record. Kone turned to be Gran Canaria's top player in her first season with the team. Kone has impressive league stats. She is league's best scorer averaging so far 16.8ppg and leads league in rebounds with 13.9rpg. Kone is in league's top in and averages solid 55.5% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Brazilian center Erika De Souza (197-C-1982) of Jairis. De Souza impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 18 points and 22 rebounds. Bad luck as Jairis lost that game 63-75 to the higher-ranked Gran Canaria (#9, 8-9). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Jairis dropped in the standings to 14th position. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 6-11 record. De Souza is a newcomer at Jairis and despite she is not a team leader yet, every game she becomes more reliable player. Hopefully performances like the last one will happen more often. The third best performed player last round was American Aisha Sheppard (175-G-1998, agency: Green Sports Management) of Tenerife (#16). Sheppard scored 29 points and grabbed six rebounds. Despite Sheppard's great performance Tenerife lost 67-79 to slightly higher-ranked Leganes (#15, 6-11). But her team cannot count on just a single shooter as she also needs help of the other teammates. Tenerife can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have extremely bad season and 2-15 record places them at the very bottom of the standings. Sheppard has individually a great season in Spain. After 17 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 15.7ppg (5th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Mariam Coulibaly (192-C-1997) of IDK Eustotren - 15 points and 16 rebounds 5. Tanaya Atkinson (183-G-1996) of Araski - 13 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Joy Adams (180-F-1993) of IDK Eustotren - 12 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists 7. Marta Hermida (180-G-1997) of Leganes - 15 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists 8. Leonie Fiebich (193-SF-2000) of Zaragoza - 16 points and 13 rebounds 9. Kristina Rakovic (186-F/C-1994) of Barca CBS - 18 points and 7 rebounds 10. Queralt Casas (177-G/F-1992) of Valencia - 15 points and 4 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. Top ranked Castello (11-3) recorded its third loss in Barcelona on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by sixth ranked Viladecans (10-4) 60-51. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Viladecans forced 25 Castello turnovers. The best player for the winners was point guard Deva Bermejo (166-2004) who scored 21 points and 4 steals. Marta Guerrero (-1992) chipped in 12 points. Ana Perez (-2001) produced 14 points and 5 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Viladecans moved-up to second place, which they share with Mataro and Sant Josep. Castello at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. Viladecans' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Barcelona to the arena Almeda. Another exciting game was played in Barcelona between second ranked Sant Josep and one of their biggest challengers Maresme where Sant Josep (10-4) beat Maresme (9-5) on the road 55-47. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Maresme. Guard Ana Tainta (173-2000, college: Portland St.) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Patricia Vicente contributed with 10 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Sant Josep's coach used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Blanca Garcia (183-1989) replied with 7 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for Maresme. Sant Josep have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 10-4 record behind leader Castello, which they share with Viladecans and Mataro. Maresme at the other side keeps the third place with five games lost. They share the position with Segle XXI and Almeria. Sant Josep will play against league's second-placed Mataro at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Maresme will play against Aranguren and hopes to get back on the winning track. A very close game took place in Parbayon between CD Talent and Barakaldo. Third ranked CD Talent (9-3) got a very close home victory over 7th ranked Barakaldo (6-7). CD Talent managed to escape with a 1-point win 68-67 on Saturday evening. Michaela Stejskalova scored 20 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners. Maira Horford responded with 19 points and 9 rebounds. Barakaldo's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. CD Talent moved-up to second place. Barakaldo lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with seven games lost. CD Talent will meet Sevilla (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Barakaldo will play against Coruna (#11) and hope to secure a win. Rest of the games of round 14 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Leon was defeated by Genero in Las Palmas 69-56. Almeria was beaten by Arxil at home 55-62. Cortegada lost to Coruna on the opponent's court 54-58. Unicaja managed to outperform Sevilla in a home game 63-59. Aridane was rolled over Plasencia on the road 66-39. Mataro defeated Sant Adria on its own court 56-48. Aranguren beat Cerdanyola in a road game 58-50. Segle XXI lost to Almeda at home 59-63. Lleida unfortunately lost to GEIG on the opponent's court 48-62. Barna rolled over El Olivar in a home game 75-56. The best stats of 14th round was 24 points and 7 rebounds by Emma Pey of Barna.
Group AGenero - Leon 69-56Everything could happen in Las Palmas at the game between two tied teams. Both ninth ranked Genero and 8th ranked Leon had identical 6-7 record. This time Genero used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Leon 69-56 on Saturday night. Genero made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. Genero outrebounded Leon 40-24 including a 31-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. Forward Maryam Adepoju (178-1997, college: Queens, NC) scored 21 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and center Yaiza Garcia (190-1988) chipped in 14 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Dominican Cesarina Capellan (178-2003) responded with 11 points and Laura Gonzalez (-1998) scored 9 points. Genero (7-7) moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Barna and Lleida. Loser Leon dropped to the ninth position with eight games lost. Genero will meet higher ranked Arxil (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Leon will play against the league's leader Plasencia (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Genero: M.Adepoju 21+7reb+2ast, C.Mateo 14+6reb+2ast, Y.Garcia 14+11reb+4ast, G.Leonor 7+2reb+2ast, D.Kamite 5+7reb, I.Drake 4+3reb+2ast Leon: C.Cesarina 11+4reb+1ast, G.Laura 9+4reb+2ast, M.Julia 8+2ast, R.Lucia 6+4reb, G.Lucia 6+1reb, F.Niski 6+4reb+1ast Almeria - Arxil 55-62 There was a surprise result when sixth ranked Arxil (8-6) defeated on the road second-ranked Almeria (9-5) 62-55 on Saturday. Arxil forced 21 Almeria turnovers. Portuguese point guard Carolina Bernardeco (168-1997, college: ODU) scored 17 points to lead the charge for the winners and American forward Heather Forster (188-1996, college: Albany) chipped in 9 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Arxil's coach used a ten-player rotation saving starting five for next games. Argentinian point guard Macarena Durso (169-1991) responded with 16 points and 5 rebounds and DR Congolese center Mariana Muadi (187-1996) scored 8 points and 11 rebounds. Arxil moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Almeda. Loser Almeria dropped to the third position with five games lost. They share it with Segle XXI and Maresme. Arxil will meet at home Genero (#7) in the next round. Almeria will play against Granada (#14) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Arxil: C.Bernardeco 17+2reb+2ast, H.Forster 9+8reb+1ast, A.Glomazic 8+2reb+1ast, N.Trajchevska 7+2reb, L.Nerea 6+8reb+1ast, M.Lago 5 Almeria: M.D'urso 16+5reb+2ast, J.Ferreira 10+1reb, A.Gonzalez 9+1reb+1ast, M.Muadi 8+11reb+1ast, L.Mendez 4+13reb, F.Maria 3+1reb+1ast Coruna - Cortegada 58-54 There was an upset when higher ranked Cortegada (8-5) was defeated on the road by twelfth ranked Coruna (4-8) 58-54 on Saturday. Coruna outrebounded Cortegada 44-24 including a 14-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. North Macedonian guard Aleksandra Stojanovska (178-1994) scored 16 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Andrea Perez (178-1993) chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Coruna's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Sara Corredoira (-2000) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds and Carla Garcia (-2000) scored 14 points. Coruna moved-up to eleventh place. Loser Cortegada keeps the fourth position with five games lost. Coruna will meet higher ranked Barakaldo (#8) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Cortegada will play against Logrono (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Coruna: A.Stojanovska 16+8reb, A.Perez 14+8reb+2ast, F.Eugenia 7+12reb+5ast, G.Lucia 7+1reb+2ast, J.Razo 6+8reb+1ast, P.Andrea 3+2reb Cortegada: C.Sara 19+10reb+1ast, G.Carla 14+3reb+2ast, G.Angela 8+3reb+1ast, S.Gomez 8+3reb+1ast, A.Coello 5+4reb+1ast, C.Nuria 0+1ast CD Talent - Barakaldo 68-67 A very close game took place in Parbayon between CD Talent and Barakaldo. Third ranked CD Talent (9-3) got a very close home victory over 7th ranked Barakaldo (6-7). CD Talent managed to escape with a 1-point win 68-67 on Saturday evening. Czech forward Michaela Stejskalova (186-1987, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) scored 20 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Slovakian forward Tereza Sedlakova (180-1997, college: Florida Tech, agency: Promo Sport ID) chipped in 13 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Four CD Talent players scored in double figures. Dominican-Brazilian forward Maira Horford (184-1995) responded with 19 points and 9 rebounds and Danish guard Enna Pehadzic (179-1997, college: Vanderbilt) scored 19 points and 6 rebounds. Barakaldo's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. CD Talent moved-up to second place. Barakaldo lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with seven games lost. CD Talent will meet Sevilla (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Barakaldo will play against Coruna (#11) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: CD Talent: M.Stejskalova 20+8reb, T.Sedlakova 13+10reb+1ast, I.Butina 11+2reb+4ast, C.Lazaro 10+6reb, E.Oliva 9+5reb+3ast, D.Buzadzin 5+3reb+4ast Barakaldo: E.Pehadzic 19+6reb, M.Horford 19+9reb, A.Vergara 10+2reb+3ast, A.Anderson 5+3reb+1ast, B.Kunz 4+2reb, C.Leticia 4+2reb+2ast Unicaja - Sevilla 63-59 Everything could happen in Malaga at the game between two tied teams. Both eleventh ranked Unicaja and 10th ranked Sevilla had identical 4-8 record. This time Unicaja used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Sevilla 63-59 on Sunday night. Portuguese center Clara Vieitas (198-2006) scored 16 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Luxembourg Marija Stojiljkovic (190-1998) chipped in 10 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Maria Recio responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Marta Garcia (190-2002, college: FAU) scored 15 points. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Unicaja (5-8) moved-up to tenth place. Newly promoted Sevilla dropped to the twelfth position with nine games lost. Unicaja will meet Aridane (#13) in the next round. Sevilla will play against the league's second-placed CD Talent and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Unicaja: V.Clara 16+6reb+1ast, R.Carmen 13+1reb, M.Stojiljkovic 10+8reb+2ast, R.Rocio 7+4reb+4ast, S.Maria 5, S.Garcia 5+4reb+3ast Sevilla: M.Garcia 15+4reb, F.Elisa 12+6reb+1ast, M.Recio 11+11reb+4ast, F.Ana 9, L.Marta 5+5reb, M.Julia 3+3reb+1ast Plasencia - Aridane 66-39 Not a big story in a game when 13th ranked Aridane (3-10) was outplayed on the road by first ranked Plasencia (11-2) 66-39 on Saturday. Plasencia dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Aridane's 18. Plasencia forced 23 Aridane turnovers. Irene Viruel (-2000) had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Maria Emilia Garcia chipped in 5 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Coach 's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play all 12 players saving starting five for next games. Ana Fernandez (175-1993, college: Canisius) responded with 5 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and naturalized Gibraltar Marta Perez (-2000) scored 10 points. Plasencia have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 11-2 record. Newly promoted Aridane keeps the thirteenth place with ten games lost. Plasencia will meet Leon (#9) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Aridane will play against Unicaja (#10) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Plasencia: V.Irene 22+11reb+1ast, A.Griffin 10+3reb, A.Ruth 8+4reb+1ast, O.Carla 6+1reb, G.Maria Emilia 5+6reb+3ast, M.Ana 4+3reb+4ast Aridane: P.Marta 10+2reb+1ast, R.Aitana 6+3reb, C.Mara 6+4reb, A.Fernandez 5+6reb+4ast, L.Guadalupe 5+5reb, S.Morane 4+1reb+1ast Group BMataro - Sant Adria 56-48Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked Mataro (10-4) won against at home 12th ranked Sant Adria (3-11) 56-48 on Sunday. Mataro held Sant Adria to an opponent 24.2 percent shooting from the field compared to 33.3 percent accuracy of the winners. Mataro forced 21 Sant Adria turnovers. Center Marta Arbizu (187-1991) scored 13 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Mireia Daura (185-1999, college: FDU) chipped in 6 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Ariadna Talaveron responded with 4 points and 10 rebounds and Julia Munoz scored 10 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Mataro moved-up to second place, which they share with Viladecans and Sant Josep. Loser Sant Adria keeps the twelfth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Aranguren. Mataro will meet Sant Josep (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Sant Adria will play against Barna (#8) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Mataro: T.Paula 13+2reb, M.Arbizu 13+8reb+2ast, B.Nerea 8+5reb+1ast, L.Serrano-Ranz 6+5reb, M.Daura 6+10reb+1ast, A.Farre 3+5reb+3ast Sant Adria: M.Julia 10+6reb, J.Turrion 10+2reb+1ast, R.Queralt 9+2reb+1ast, E.Barcelo 8+3reb+2ast, S.Noa 4+4reb+1ast, T.Ariadna 4+10reb+2ast Maresme - Sant Josep 47-55 Another exciting game was played in Barcelona between second ranked Sant Josep and one of their biggest challengers Maresme where Sant Josep (10-4) beat Maresme (9-5) on the road 55-47. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Maresme. Sant Josep forced 19 Maresme turnovers and outrebounded them 43-26 including 30 on the defensive glass. Guard Ana Tainta (173-2000, college: Portland St.) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Swingman Patricia Vicente (176-1998) contributed with 10 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Sant Josep's coach used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Blanca Garcia (183-1989) replied with 7 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and Laia Soler (185-2001, college: Boise St.) added 7 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Maresme. Sant Josep have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 10-4 record behind leader Castello, which they share with Viladecans and Mataro. Maresme at the other side keeps the third place with five games lost. They share the position with Segle XXI and Almeria. Sant Josep will play against league's second-placed Mataro at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Maresme will play against Aranguren and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Sant Josep: A.Tainta 14+10reb+2ast, A.Traore 14+4reb, P.Vicente 10+8reb+1ast, M.Milagros 6+2reb+1ast, S.Burguera 6+7reb+2ast, A.Quirante 5+3reb+2ast Maresme: P.Curto 8+5reb+2ast, Q.Coll 8+1reb, L.Soler 7+8reb+1ast, B.Adama 7+2reb, B.Garcia 7+5reb+4ast, A.Magrina 6+2ast Cerdanyola - Aranguren 50-58 There was a minor upset when 10th ranked Cerdanyola (4-10) was defeated at home by thirteenth ranked Aranguren (3-11) 58-50 on Saturday. American forward Hannah Langhi (188, college: Cent Arkansas) scored 22 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Beatriz Royo (176-1991, agency: Promo Sport ID) chipped in 12 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Power forward Claudia Baraut (181-1994) responded with 18 points and Eva Almasque scored 5 points and 16 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Aranguren moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Sant Adria. Cerdanyola lost third consecutive game. Cerdanyola at the other side, also newcomer in the league, dropped to the eleventh position with ten games lost. Aranguren will meet at home higher ranked Maresme (#6) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Cerdanyola will play against the league's leader Castello (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Aranguren: H.Langhi 22+7reb+1ast, D.Olaia 13+4reb+1ast, B.Royo 12+8reb+4ast, I.Irati 7+6reb, M.Lineira 4+7reb+4ast, E.A 0+2reb+2ast Cerdanyola: C.Baraut 18+2reb+2ast, J.Torruella 9+4reb, C.Perez 9+4reb+1ast, A.Eva 5+16reb, E.Garcia 3+1reb, G.Iona 3+3reb Viladecans - Castello 60-51 Top ranked Castello (11-3) recorded its third loss in Barcelona on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by sixth ranked Viladecans (10-4) 60-51. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Viladecans forced 25 Castello turnovers. The best player for the winners was point guard Deva Bermejo (166-2004) who scored 21 points and 4 steals. Marta Guerrero (-1992) chipped in 12 points. Ana Perez (-2001) produced 14 points and 5 rebounds and forward Aina Martin (178-2000) added 7 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Viladecans moved-up to second place, which they share with Mataro and Sant Josep. Castello at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. Viladecans' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Barcelona to the arena Almeda. Top scorers: Viladecans: B.Deva 21+2reb+1ast, M.Guerrero 12+4reb+2ast, E.Silva 8+8reb, L.Judit 6+7reb, L.Roig 4+2reb+2ast, N.Lucia 3+1reb Castello: P.Ana 14+5reb+2ast, C.Sabina 8+1ast, A.Afonso 7+4reb+1ast, M.Aina 7+5reb+1ast, S.Marta 6+1reb+1ast, R.Lourdes 5+1reb+1ast Segle XXI - Almeda 59-63 There was a surprise result in Barcelona where eighth ranked Almeda (8-6) defeated higher ranked Segle XXI (9-5) 63-59 on Saturday. Point guard Belen Armengol (170-1992) scored 19 points to lead the charge for the winners and Alba Barneda (-2003) chipped in 11 points during the contest. Four Almeda players scored in double figures. Laia Conesa (173-2005) responded with 17 points and 8 rebounds and center Marina Mata (187-2005) scored 14 points and 8 rebounds. Segle XXI's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Almeda have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Arxil. Loser Segle XXI dropped to the third position with five games lost. They share it with Almeria and Maresme. Almeda's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Barcelona Viladecans. Top scorers: Almeda: B.Armengol 19+3reb+1ast, C.Pujol 13+2reb, D.Carlota 11+1reb+2ast, B.Alba 11+4reb+1ast, J.Nuria 4+2reb, C.Paula 3+1reb Segle XXI: C.Laia 17+8reb+1ast, M.Marina 14+8reb+2ast, T.Ariadna 7+1reb+2ast, G.Silvia 6, M.Iyana 5+5reb+3ast, S.Cristina 4+6reb+1ast GEIG - Lleida 62-48 There was an upset in Girona where higher ranked Lleida (7-7) was defeated by eleventh ranked GEIG (5-9) 62-48 on Saturday. GEIG forced 21 Lleida turnovers. Nuria Mitjanas scored 14 points to lead the charge for the winners and forward Vanessa Gonzalez (184-1994) chipped in 5 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Guard Pilar Comellas (172-1995) responded with 8 points and 8 rebounds and Argentinian-Italian forward Magali Vilches (182-2002) scored 6 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. GEIG moved-up to tenth place. Loser Lleida keeps the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with Barna and Genero. GEIG will meet El Olivar (#14) in the next round. Lleida will play against Segle XXI (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: GEIG: M.Nuria 14+3reb+1ast, C.Alba 8+6reb, A.Jodar 7+1reb+3ast, C.Helena 6+5reb, M.Claudia 6+1ast, G.Vanessa 5+11reb Lleida: P.Comellas 8+8reb+1ast, C.Maria 7+3reb, R.Abril 7+1reb, C.Pena 6+4reb, V.Magali 6+6reb, C.Neus 6+1reb+2ast Barna - El Olivar 75-56 Very predictable result in Barcelona where ninth ranked Barna (7-7) outscored 14th ranked El Olivar (2-12) 75-56 on Saturday. Barna dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to El Olivar's 22. Barna forced 24 El Olivar turnovers. Emma Pey (-2003) scored 24 points and 7 rebounds (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and Paula Casadevall (-1997) chipped in 10 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Davinia Angel (-2004) responded with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds and Leire Martinez (-2002) scored 10 points. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Barna moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Lleida and Genero. El Olivar lost fifth consecutive game. El Olivar at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the fourteenth position with 12 games lost. Barna will meet Sant Adria (#12) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. El Olivar will play against GEIG and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Barna: P.Emma 24+7reb+1ast, P.Casadevall 10+6reb+2ast, G.Ariadna 9+4ast, M.Claudia 7, G.Andrea 6+4reb, G.Carla 6+3reb+4ast El Olivar: A.Davinia 12+10reb+1ast, M.Leire 10+4reb+3ast, S.C 8+4reb+1ast, U.L 6+2reb+1ast, D.Paula 5+2reb+1ast, L.C 5+1reb |
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Irene Viruel (2000) had a great game in the last round for league's leader Plasencia and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 14. The 22-year old had a double-double of 22 points and eleven rebounds, while her team outclassed Aridane (#13, 3-10) with 27-point margin 66-39. It allowed Plasencia to consolidate first place in the Spanish LF2. Plasencia have a solid 11-2 record. It was one of impressive evenings for Viruel as usually she does not deliver so high stats. Viruel has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in rebounds (5th best: 9.6rpg) and averages solid 60.7% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Emma Pey (2003) of Barna. Pey impressed basketball fans with 24 points and 7 rebounds. Of course she led Barna to another comfortable win 75-56 over the lower-ranked El Olivar (#14, 2-12) being unquestionably team leader. This victory allowed Barna to move up to 8th position in Group B. Her team lost some distance to top teams. But 7-7 record is not bad and everything may still change. Pey is a newcomer at Barna and despite she is not a team leader yet, every game she becomes more reliable player. Hopefully performances like the last one will happen more often. The third best performed player last round was Czech Republic Michaela Stejskalova (186-F-1987, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) of second-ranked CD Talent. Stejskalova scored 20 points and grabbed eight rebounds. She was a key player of CD Talent, leading her team to a 68-67 win against the lower-ranked Barakaldo (#8, 6-7). Stejskalova has a very solid season. In 12 games in Spain she scored 12.1ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Maryam Adepoju (178-F-1997) of Genero - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Hannah Langhi (188-F) of Aranguren - 22 points and 7 rebounds 6. Yaiza Garcia (190-C-1988) of Genero - 14 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Deva Bermejo (166-PG-2004) of Viladecans - 21 points and 2 rebounds 8. Marta Arbizu (187-C-1991) of Mataro - 13 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Sara Corredoira (2000) of Cortegada - 19 points and 10 rebounds 10. Marina Mata (187-C-2005) of Segle XXI - 14 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Klara Lundquist gets MVP of the Week award for Swedish Damligan (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 23-year old guard had the game-high 25 points adding eight rebounds and four assists for Sodertalje in her team's victory, helping them to beat Ostersund (#4, 8-4) 71-60. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Sodertalje to jump to the first place in the Swedish Damligan. Sodertalje has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the championship title. They improved their record to 10-1. In the team's last game Lundquist had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range. She turned to be Sodertalje's top player in her first season with the team. Lundquist has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in points (2nd best: 22.3ppg), assists (3rd best: 5.8apg) and averages solid 2.5spg and 69.0% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American guard N'Dea Flye (173-G-1998) of Visby. Flye impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 21 points and 13 rebounds. Bad luck as Visby lost that game 64-78 to slightly higher-ranked Sjuharads (#9, 4-8). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Visby is still at the dead bottom 11th position. 12 lost games are too many considering they did not win any game. Flye is a newcomer at Visby and it seems she did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. The third best performed player last round was American Brooklyn Pannell (175-G-1999) of Mark (#8). Pannell showcased her all-around game by recording 29 points, six rebounds and four assists in the last round. She was a key player of Mark, leading her team to a 81-61 easy win against slightly lower-ranked Hogsbo (#10, 3-9). The chances of Mark not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 7 games, recording just four victories. With bigger assistance of her teammates, Pannell could try to bring Mark's a little bit higher in the standings. Pannell has a very solid season. In 11 games in Sweden she scored 16.5ppg. She also has 5.1rpg and 3.6apg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Oceana Hamilton (193-C-1995) of Uppsala - 14 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Fanny Wadling (185-F-1997) of Lulea Basket - 17 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Brianna Herlihy (183-F-1998) of Mark - 11 points, 16 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Louice Halvarsson (191-F/C-1989) of Sodertalje - 11 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Devon Brookshire (190-PF-1994) of Hogsbo - 16 points, 15 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Bridget Herlihy (188-F/C-1997) of Mark - 15 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Jessica Kelliher (183-PF-1997) of Ostersund - 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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| Sabally number one in Turkey KBSL for round 15 - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 24-year old player was the main contributor (31 points, seven rebounds and five assists) to her team's victory, helping them to outclass Antalya 07 (#13, 4-11) with 37-point margin 106-69. Fenerbahce maintains the 2nd position in Turkish KBSL. They are still close to the very top. Fenerbahce would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 12-3 record. In the team's last game Sabally had a remarkable 55.6% from 2-point range and got seven three-pointers out of 10 attempts. She turned to be Fenerbahce's top player in her first season with the team. The second best player in last round's games was another Fenerbahce's star - young American Breanna Stewart (193-F-1994). Stewart had a very good evening with 29 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course together with Sabally she helped Fenerbahce with another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Antalya 07 (#13, 4-11) 106-69. Fenerbahce's second position in the standings has not changed. Her team lost just three games this season, while they won 12 matches. Stewart is a newcomer at Fenerbahce, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was American center Azura Stevens (198-C-1996) of Galatasaray (#3). Stevens scored 27 points and grabbed seven rebounds. She was a key player of Galatasaray, leading her team to a 83-57 easy win against the lower-ranked Cankaya (#9, 6-9). Galatasaray is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 12-3 record is not that bad... Stevens has a very solid season. In 10 games in Turkey she scored 17.1ppg. She also has 8.4rpg and FGP: 59.4%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Marie Benson (185-F-1997) of Rize - 23 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Jelena Dubljevic (191-C-1987) of Ormanspor - 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Sevgi Uzun (170-PG-1997) of Botas A. - 18 points, 8 rebounds and 11 assists 7. Daugile Sarauskaite (196-C-1996) of Kayseri - 12 points and 18 rebounds 8. Khaalia Hillsman (195-C-1996) of Antalya 07 - 19 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Juicy Landrum (173-G) of Kayseri - 20 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Jantel Lavender (191-F-1988) of Emlak - 15 points, 15 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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| British NBL D1 round 14 best performance: Fatmata Janneh - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Forward Fatmata Janneh (180-F-2004) had a great game in the last round for BA London L. II, receiving a Hoops Agents NBL D1 Player of the Week award for round 14. The 18-year old player had a double-double of 30 points and 18 rebounds, while her team in a lost game to Bristol AF (#11, 2-8) 63-66. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. BA London L. II maintains the 9th position in British NBL D1. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 7 games and recorded just three victories. In the team's last game Janneh had a remarkable 61.1% from 2-point range. She has many years of experience at BA London L. II, through which she has constantly improved. Fatmata Janneh has solid league stats. She is league's best scorer averaging so far 20.9ppg. Janneh is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 12.6rpg), assists (9th best: 3.6apg) and averages impressive 3.1spg. The second best player in last round's games was young American Lindsey Cleary (183-F-1997) of league's second-best Reading R.. Cleary had a very good evening with a double-double of 18 points and 10 rebounds. Of course Reading R. cruised to a 67-57 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Worcester W (#10, 3-9). This victory allowed Reading R. to move up to second position in the standings. Her team's 7-2 record is not bad at all. Cleary is a newcomer at Reading R., but is already one of team's top players. Former Claremont-Mudd-Scripps College star Cleary 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 American guard Ava Battese (173-G-1998) of Ipswich (#7). Battese scored 26 points and grabbed five rebounds. She was a key player of Ipswich, leading her team to a 100-58 easy win against slightly lower-ranked Brent Bulls (#8, 4-5). Ipswich needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 6 victories and 5 lost games. Battese has a very solid season. In 11 games in United Kingdom she scored 14.4ppg. She also has 5.8rpg and 2.2spg. Battese attended one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on her way to pro basketball. Other top performing players last week: 4. Christabel Osarobo (178-F) of Ipswich - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Lauren Dabbs (173-F) of Loughborough - 17 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Megan Dorney) of Solent S. - 16 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Nadege Talva) of Anglia Ruskin U. - 13 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Solene Lemoigne (F) of Cardiff MA II - 16 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Hannah Wallace (178-F) of Bristol AF - 20 points and 3 assists 10. Maike Meier (1997) of Reading R. - 14 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Erin McGarrahan claims British WBBL Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 30-year old forward had a double-double of 31 points and fourteen rebounds, while her team outclassed Oaklands W. (#10, 2-7) with 27-point margin 84-57. Caledonia G. maintains the 4th position in British WBBL. They are still close to the very top. Caledonia G. would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 6-1 record. In the team's last game McGarrahan had a remarkable 64.7% from 2-point range. It's her second year at Caledonia G. and it's hard to imagine this team without her. Erin McGarrahan averages this season 13.6ppg and 5.3rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was forward Karly Murphy (185-F) of Sheffield H.. Murphy impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 21 points and 13 rebounds. Of course Sheffield H. cruised to a 91-82 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Cardiff MA. (#7, 3-5). Sheffield H.'s 3rd position in the standings has not changed. Her team lost just one game this season, while they won 7 matches. Murphy is a newcomer at Sheffield H. and it seems she did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.8ppg (#6). She also registered 13.5 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was American Araion Bradshaw (168-G-1996) of Sevenoaks S. (#5). Bradshaw scored 21 points and passed seven assists. She was a key player of Sevenoaks S., leading her team to a 80-70 win against the lower-ranked Nottingham (#9, 2-7). Sevenoaks S. needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 6 victories and 3 lost games. Bradshaw has a great season in United Kingdom. After only 8 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 5.6apg (6th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. McKenzie Johnston (170-G-1996) of Leicester R. - 10 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists 5. Georgia Gayle (175-G-1997) of Sheffield H. - 26 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Kayla Shaw (178-G-1997) of Nottingham - 23 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists 7. Holly Winterburn (178-G-2000) of London L. - 14 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists 8. Abbie Wolf (193-F/C-1998) of Caledonia G. - 14 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Lauren Saiki (160-PG-1997) of Cardiff MA. - 22 points, 3 rebounds and 8 assists 10. Kennedy Nicholas (190-F) of Nottingham - 19 points, 12 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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| Fever Acquire Guard in Trade with Atlanta Dream - by Eurobasket News |
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The Indiana Fever announced today the team has acquired guard Kristy Wallace (5'11''-G-1996, college: Baylor) from the Atlanta Dream. In exchange, Indiana agreed to trade veteran Danielle Robinson (5'10''-PG-1989, college: Oklahoma) to Atlanta. "Kristy has demonstrated true resilience and real success at every step of her career, and the toughness and experience she brings will be incredibly important to our team this season," said Fever coach Christie Sides . Drafted with the 16th overall pick in 2018 by the Dream following a strong career at Baylor, Wallace overcame injuries to help lead Australia's national team to its second-consecutive Bronze Medal at the 2021 FIBA Asia Cup. She then joined the Southside Flyers of Australia's WNBL for the 2021-2022 season before returning to the Dream for the 2022 campaign. During her senior year at Baylor, Wallace took home a number of awards and recognitions for her performance on and off the court. A unanimous All-Big 12 player in 2018, she was also selected to the conference's All-Defensive Team and All-Academic Teams, the WBCA All-Region 3 Team, and the WBCA All-America Honorable Mention Team. Danielle Robinson joined the Fever ahead of the 2021 season, a WNBA veteran of more than a decade whose experience and on-court energy helped the team's up-and-coming players adjust to the professional ranks. "Danielle has been a remarkable player for us, a leader on the court who always demonstrated a passion for our community, too," said Lin Dunn, Fever interim general manager. "We are grateful to her for all she did for our franchise, and we wish her the very best moving forward." Courtesy of: oursportscentral.com |
| Former UConn star Olivia Nelson-Ododa is coming back to Connecticut as Sun trade veteran point guard Jasmine Thomas to Los Angeles Sparks - by Eurobasket News |
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The Connecticut Sun appear to be completely reshaping their roster ahead of their first season under new head coach Stephanie White. Hours after announcing a trade that sent 2021 MVP Jonquel Jones (6'6''-C-1994, college: GWU) to the New York Liberty, the Sun announced that veteran point guard Jasmine Thomas (5'9''-PG-1989, college: Duke) is headed out the door too. The franchise will get a former UConn women's basketball player in return. Connecticut has traded Thomas and its first round pick in the 2023 WNBA Draft (10th overall) to the Los Angeles Sparks in exchange for former Husky Olivia Nelson-Ododa (6'5''-F-2000, college: UConn), Jasmine Walker (6'3''-F-1998, college: Alabama) and the rights to Kianna Smith (6'0''-G-1999, college: Louisville). Thomas will reunite with former Sun coach Curt Miller, who left the franchise in October to join the Sparks. The Sun now have the sixth (via New York Liberty), 22nd and 34th picks in the 2023 WNBA Draft as they enter a new-look era under general manager Darius Taylor, who was hired in late November. Thomas had been a staple for the Sun since joining the team from the Atlanta Dream in 2015. She sat out the majority of last season with a torn ACL. At the time of the injury, she was fifth in franchise history and first among active players with 222 games played for the team. In her last full season with the team, in 2021, Thomas averaged 10.6 points, 4.0 assists, 2.4 rebounds and 1.3 steals per game. 'Jasmine Thomas's presence on and off the court has been both a driving force and a calming presence to her teammates,' Taylor said. 'Her leadership and toughness have gotten the Connecticut Sun franchise to incredible heights over the last 8 years. As we look toward the future, we saw moving her as an opportunity to build, while also remaining as a championship contender for years to come.' Nelson-Ododa joins the Sun for her second season in the league after being drafted 19th overall out of UConn in the 2022 WNBA Draft. A 6-foot-5 center, Nelson-Ododa averaged 4 points and 2.9 rebounds in 14.5 minutes per game for the Sparks last year, while ranking fifth in the league in field goal percentage at 56.0%. She played for the Huskies from 2018-2022, helping lead the program to three Final Fours. She averaged 9.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.7 blocks per game in 2021-22 and was named a 2022 All-Big East First Team selection. 'Olivia is a promising young player that gives us depth and much needed length in the post,' Taylor said. 'Olivia's potential to grow as both a player and a person in our organization is limitless. We look forward to her coming back to Connecticut and joining the team.' Jasmine Walker averaged 1.6 points and 1.5 rebounds in 8.8 minutes per game for the Sparks last season. The 6-foot-3 forward was drafted seventh overall in the 2021 WNBA Draft out of Alabama, but missed most of her rookie season with a torn ACL. 'Jasmine Walker is a versatile forward who can stretch the floor and rebound at a high level,' Taylor said. 'We look forward to what she can bring to Connecticut on the court and in our community.' Smith suffered a patella tendon rupture in December and will be unlikely to play in the 2023 WNBA season. She was drafted 16th overall out of Louisville in the 2022 WNBA Draft by the Los Angeles Sparks and averaged 2.6 points in 10.2 minutes per game as a rookie. 'Kianna is a player that gives us depth in the backcourt for the future,' Taylor said. 'Kianna's shooting and scoring capability will be welcomed in our organization. We look forward to her recovery and return to play.' The Sun will have All-Stars Brionna Jones and Alyssa Thomas as their two staples moving forward, but the roster around them now has a lot of question marks, just a few months after advancing to the 2022 WNBA Finals. Courtesy of: courant.com |
| Maya Moore's basketball career officially ends four years after she leaves Lynx - by Eurobasket News |
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The seeds of Monday's announcement can be traced back to July 2016. Philando Castile had been shot by a police officer during a traffic stop in Falcon Heights. Another Black man, Alton Sterling, had been shot by police outside a shop in Baton Rouge, La. Before their home game on July 9, Lynx stars Maya Moore (6'0''-SG-1989, college: UConn), Rebekkah Brunson, Seimone Augustus and Lindsay Whalen wore T-shirts that read, "Change starts with us" and "Justice and accountability" on the front, with Castile and Sterling's names on the back. Moore, 33, officially announced her retirement from the WNBA on Monday. It came four years after she stepped away from the game to help Jonathan Irons overturn his 50-year prison sentence, which happened in 2020. She and Irons have since married and had a son, and Moore has started "Win With Justice," a social action campaign. Moore announced her decision on ABC's "Good Morning America." She and her husband have also written a book, about to be released, called "Love & Justice." It is a life path Moore chose that can be traced, in a sense, back to that pregame news conference. "Whenever you pause something great to say something is more important, that gains attention," Moore said on a conference call with reporters. "As it should." Something great certainly describes Moore's career. She won two NCAA titles with Connecticut in 2009 and 2010 before becoming the first overall pick by the Lynx in 2011, earning WNBA Rookie of the Year honors as the Lynx won the first of four league titles in seven years. She was the Finals MVP in 2013 and the league MVP a year later. She won gold medals twice in the Olympics (2012, 2016) and twice in the world championships (2010, 2014). Asked about her strongest career memories, Moore offered two: The training camp at UConn before the Huskies won the first of back-to-back titles, going 39-0. The other was the 2011 Lynx title, watching Augustus win Finals MVP. "I was somebody, when I was playing, I always tried to bring energy," Moore said. "To bring light and joy and intensity to what I was doing. I hope people saw me as someone who gave all she had. But also somebody who looks beyond the craft I pursued, tried to value people." That was why, listening to Moore, that a return to the game was never really expected, especially as she leaned into social justice issues and built more of a life outside the game. "Just trying to learn a new rhythm outside of playing," she said. "I didn't really wrestle with a desire to want to switch that pace up." But when she played? The Lynx went 200-71 in the regular season and were 40-16 in the playoffs during Moore's time with the team. She finished as the franchise's best in three-pointers made (530), steals (449). She scored 4,984 points. Monday, Moore called her time with the Lynx "a victory story." "I want to congratulate Maya on an incredible basketball career," said Cheryl Reeve, Lynx president of basketball operations and coach. "We will always cherish her time in a Lynx uniform and we wish her the best as she continues to pursue this next chapter in her life." The next likely basketball step will be the Naismith Hall of Fame, for which she will become eligible next year. "I realize what a gift it is to do what I was able to do," Moore said. "To be around so many great people and athletes, people who love the game. That's so unique. I was humbled to have that experience." Courtesy of: startribune.com |
| Wings get Natasha Howard, Crystal Dangerfield in three-team trade - by Eurobasket News |
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In the first blockbuster move of the WNBA offseason, the Dallas Wings acquired All-Star forward Natasha Howard (6'3''-F-1991, college: FSU, agency: LBM Management) and rights to 2020 Rookie of the Year Crystal Dangerfield (5'5''-PG-1998, college: UConn, agency: LBM Management) from the New York Liberty, the team announced in a release Monday morning. As part of a three-team deal, the Liberty have landed 2021 MVP Jonquel Jones from the Connecticut Sun. The Wings also sent forward Kayla Thornton (6'1''-F-1992, college: UTEP) to New York while guard Ty Harris will head to Connecticut. 'Natasha is a three-time WNBA Champion who joins the Wings organization with an impressive WNBA resume, including both extensive and successful playoff experience,' Wings president Greg Bibb said in a statement. 'On the court we are adding an all-star caliber player who is one of the premier defenders in the game. Off the court we are adding a veteran who has won on the biggest stage in the biggest moments. Rarely can you address as many needs in one transaction as we do with the addition of Natasha. We are excited to have her join our organization.' The deal was first reported earlier Sunday and later confirmed by ESPN. Howard, 31, has been an All-Star twice in her nine-year career, including this past season in New York. She was also named first team All-Defense twice and 2019 Defensive Player of the Year. The 6-2 power forward averaged 15.1 points, 7.3 rebounds, 1.3 steals and 1.0 block in 29.9 minutes per game last season. In addition to her defense, she brings needed championship experience to Dallas, where no member of the 2022 roster had been to the WNBA Finals. Howard is a three-time WNBA champion, having won in 2017 with Minnesota and in 2018 and 2020 with Seattle. Dangerfield, 24, won the 2020 Rookie of the Year award with Minnesota in the Wubble when she averaged 16.2 points and 3.6 assists per game. Her numbers dropped in 2021 as her minutes plummeted from 30 per game to just around 20. She was cut before the 2022 season by the Lynx but found a home in New York. She started 27 games for the Liberty next to Sabrina Ionescu in the backcourt and played some productive basketball. 'We are excited to obtain the exclusive negotiating rights to Crystal Dangerfield and the prospect of adding her to the Wings roster,' Bibb said. 'We look forward to working to sign her to an agreement and having her join the team. She is a player who adds depth and experience to our backcourt and brings the ability to score and distribute the basketball at an elite level.' Thornton leaves Dallas after six seasons, including four as an everyday starter. She emerged as a team leader as well in recent years, breaking down huddles and becoming a respected voice in the locker room. A 3-and-D wing, Thornton's defensive tenacity and hustle helped set her apart among a Wings group full of offensive talent. With this upcoming year set to be the final one on her rookie deal, Harris departs for Connecticut with some unfulfilled potential. The No. 7 pick in the 2020 WNBA Draft, Harris never carved out a consistent starting role at the point guard position over her three years in Dallas. She showed flashes of high-level play but never earned the minutes to sustain it over long stretches. The trade is unlikely to be the only major deal Dallas is involved with this winter. Starting small forward Allisha Gray is expected to be moved during the offseason, according to reports. Gray is the third-highest profile trade target assumed to be on the training block this offseason, along with Jones and former Dallas Wings star Skylar Diggins-Smith (5'9''-PG-1990, college: Notre Dame). The Wings also have three free agents in Isabelle Harrison, Marina Mabrey (5'11''-PG, college: Notre Dame) and Teiara McCowan. Harrison is an unrestricted free agent while Mabrey and McCowan are restricted free agents. Player negotiations can begin Saturday while contracts can be signed starting Feb. 1. Courtesy of: dallasnews.com |
