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| Superliga Round 16: Kamza is defeated by Tirana 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 was a derby match between two local teams from Tirana: Tirana (#3) and Kamza (#4). Kamza was smashed at home by 23 points 69-92 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Tirana dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Kamza's 42. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 17 passes made by Kamza's players. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Gerad Davis (193-1996, college: NMHU) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international center Endrit Hysenagolli (208-1988) who added 21 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Tirana's coach Erkand Karaj felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American forward Xander Bowers (201, college: ACU) responded with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 16 rebounds. Tirana (9-7) have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain third position having five points less than leader Beselidhja. Kamza lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth place with nine games lost. Tirana will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kamza's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face again at home their local rival from Tirana Tirana. Very significant was Tirana's (#3, 9-7) victory against their biggest opponent Beselidhja (13-4) 81-73. The winners were led by the former international center Endrit Hysenagolli (208-1988) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 27 points, 18 rebounds and 4 assists and Julian Hamati supported him with 15 points, 14 rebounds and 4 blocks. Even 23 points and 7 rebounds by American guard Jordan Robinson (195-1996, college: North Park) did not help to save the game for Beselidhja. Tirana (9-7) have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain third position having five points less than leader Beselidhja. Beselidhja at the other side still keeps top place with four games lost. Tirana's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tirana to the arena Kamza. Very significant was Teuta's (#2, 12-4) victory against 4th ranked Kamza (7-9) 78-73. Marcus Patterson fired 23 points for the winners. Justin Thomas produced a double-double by scoring 13 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists for lost side. Defending champion maintains second position with 12-4 record behind leader Beselidhja. Kamza lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth place with nine games lost. Teuta will meet at home Apolonia (#5) in the next round. Kamza's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tirana Tirana. In the last two games of round 16 Beselidhja destroyed Vllaznia on the opponent's court 85-62. Apolonia managed to outperform Vllaznia in a home game 86-81. The most impressive stats of the last round was 22 points by Niko Thano of Kamza. Kamza - Tirana 69-92 The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Tirana: Tirana (#3) and Kamza (#4). Kamza was smashed at home by 23 points 69-92 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Tirana dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Kamza's 42. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 17 passes made by Kamza's players. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Gerad Davis (193-1996, college: NMHU) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international center Endrit Hysenagolli (208-1988) who added 21 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Four Tirana players scored in double figures. Tirana's coach Erkand Karaj felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American forward Xander Bowers (201, college: ACU) responded with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 16 rebounds and his fellow American import point guard Justin Thomas (180-1997, college: Alcorn St.) produced a triple-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists. Tirana (9-7) have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain third position having five points less than leader Beselidhja. Kamza lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth place with nine games lost. Tirana will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kamza's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face again at home their local rival from Tirana Tirana. Top scorers: Kamza: X.Bowers 29+16reb+1ast, J.Thomas 17+12reb+10ast, N.Thano 11+5reb+2ast, C.Ajet 5+5reb+2ast, L.Tedi 5+4reb+2ast, M.Arlind 2 Tirana: E.Hysenagolli 21+11reb, G.Davis 21+9reb+5ast, H.Julian 18+7reb+6ast, J.Bonner 12+2reb+3ast, K.Strazimiri 9+2reb+3ast, P.Marvin 3+7reb+11ast Vllaznia - Beselidhja 62-85 Very expected game in Shkodra where 6th ranked Vllaznia (1-14) was crushed by second ranked Beselidhja (13-4) 85-62 on Saturday. Beselidhja forced 21 Vllaznia turnovers. Americans were the main players on the court. Point guard Brandon Morris (183-1991, college: Houston) fired 25 points (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. Guard Jordan Robinson (195-1996, college: North Park) chipped in 20 points and 8 rebounds. Coach 's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Guard Tavis Pistol Smith (191-1999, college: Belm.Abbey, agency: Project B Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points, 6 rebounds, 11 assists and 5 steals and guard Aaron Williams (198-1991, college: Chicago St.) added 9 points and 10 rebounds respectively for lost side. Beselidhja keeps a position of league leader. Vllaznia lost eighth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 14 games lost. Beselidhja will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Vllaznia will play again against the league's leader Beselidhja (#1) and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Vllaznia: T.Pistol Smith 19+6reb+11ast, A.Williams 9+10reb+1ast, R.Rakaj 8+1reb+1ast, S.Antonio 7+3reb, E.Cooper Jr. 6+1reb, M.Elian 6+9reb+1ast Beselidhja: B.Morris 25+4reb+2ast, J.Robinson 20+8reb+3ast, J.Rhine 14+10reb+1ast, B.Bernard 9+4ast, N.Namdar 8, E.Beqo 4+2reb+2ast Apolonia - Vllaznia 86-81 The game between closely ranked teams ended with fifth ranked Apolonia's (6-10) home victory over bottom-ranked Vllaznia (1-14) 86-81 on Monday. They outrebounded Vllaznia 49-24 including a 32-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Apolonia looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. American forward Ernest Myles (198, college: Park) fired a double-double by scoring 18 points, 21 rebounds and 4 assists (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) for the winners. The other American import guard Curtis Jenkins (188, college: Molloy) chipped in a triple-double by scoring 17 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists. American guard Tavis Pistol Smith (191-1999, college: Belm.Abbey, agency: Project B Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points, 10 assists and 4 steals and Redi Rakaj (202-1997) added 16 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Four Apolonia and five Vllaznia players scored in double figures. Newly promoted Apolonia maintains fifth position with 6-10 record. Vllaznia lost eighth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 14 games lost. Apolonia will meet league's second-placed Teuta in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Vllaznia will play against the league's leader Beselidhja (#1) and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Vllaznia: T.Pistol Smith 19+4reb+10ast, R.Rakaj 16+4reb+4ast, M.Elian 14+3reb+4ast, B.Elidon 13+5reb, A.Williams 10+3reb+1ast, E.Cooper Jr. 5+3reb+4ast Apolonia: R.Whitfield 20+7reb+6ast, E.Myles 18+21reb+4ast, S.McElway 17+7reb+1ast, C.Jenkins 17+11reb+10ast, V.Joel 7+1reb+1ast, X.Tegu 5+3ast Tirana - Beselidhja 81-73 Very significant was Tirana's (#3, 9-7) victory against their biggest opponent Beselidhja (13-4) 81-73. They outrebounded Beselidhja 53-23 including a 37-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. The winners were led by the former international center Endrit Hysenagolli (208-1988) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 27 points, 18 rebounds and 4 assists and Julian Hamati supported him with 15 points, 14 rebounds and 4 blocks. Even 23 points and 7 rebounds by American guard Jordan Robinson (195-1996, college: North Park) did not help to save the game for Beselidhja. His fellow American import point guard Bryant Bernard (183-1997, college: TWU, agency: Project B Sports) added 12 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for lost side. Tirana (9-7) have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain third position having five points less than leader Beselidhja. Beselidhja at the other side still keeps top place with four games lost. Tirana's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tirana to the arena Kamza. Top scorers: Beselidhja: J.Robinson 23+7reb+2ast, N.Scekic 16+2reb, B.Bernard 12+5reb+6ast, B.Morris 9+2ast, E.Beqo 9+4reb+1ast, J.Rhine 2+2reb Tirana: E.Hysenagolli 27+18reb+4ast, G.Davis 16+5reb+2ast, H.Julian 15+14reb+3ast, L.Lamb 8+3reb, P.Marvin 7+7reb+6ast, J.Bonner 6+2reb Kamza - Teuta 73-78 Very significant was Teuta's (#2, 12-4) victory against 4th ranked Kamza (7-9) 78-73. American-Jamaican Marcus Patterson (193-1995, college: Sage) fired 23 points for the winners. The former international guard Eldi Hysa (195-1999, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 12 points and 5 rebounds. Patterson is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Four Teuta players scored in double figures. American point guard Justin Thomas (180-1997, college: Alcorn St.) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists and Canadian guard Quinton Gray (190, college: Queen's) added 17 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Defending champion maintains second position with 12-4 record behind leader Beselidhja. Kamza lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth place with nine games lost. Teuta will meet at home Apolonia (#5) in the next round. Kamza's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tirana Tirana. Top scorers: Kamza: N.Thano 22+4reb+2ast, Q.Gray 17+7reb+5ast, J.Thomas 13+6reb+10ast, X.Bowers 9+14reb+3ast, C.Ajet 6, L.Tedi 6+3reb+2ast Teuta: M.Patterson 23+3reb+2ast, E.Hysa 12+5reb+3ast, J.Reid 12+2reb+2ast, J.Simpson 12+4reb+4ast, K.Gorea 11+2reb+2ast, A.Sullivan 8+9reb+1ast |
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Regular Season: Round 37 Mar. 19: Comunicaciones - Penarol 99-78 Mar. 19: Olimpico - San Lorenzo 88-63 Mar. 19: Union SF - Boca 84-86 Mar. 18: Argentino - Instituto 81-70 Mar. 18: Regatas - Quimsa 77-75 Mar. 18: Obera - Obras 100-88 Mar. 20: San Martin - Obras Mar. 20: Gimnasia - Riachuelo LR Mar. 21: Obera - Penarol Mar. 21: Quimsa - San Lorenzo |
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| Argentinian La Liga round 36 best performance: Valentin Bettiga - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Swingman Valentin Bettiga (189-G/F-1999) had an amazing evening in the last round for Ferro, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 36. The 23-year old player was the main contributor (15 points, three rebounds and six assists) to his team's victory, helping them to edge out Atenas (#20, 2-29) 88-87. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Ferro maintains the 15th position in Argentinian La Liga. Ferro 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 13-17 record. It's Bettiga's second year at Ferro and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Valentin Bettiga has solid league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (5th best: 7.1rpg) and averages impressive 54.5% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Italian Federico Marin (199-G/F-1982) of San Lorenzo. Marin had a very good evening with 25 points and 8 rebounds. Bad luck as San Lorenzo lost that game 83-91 to the higher-ranked Riachuelo LR (#14, 13-16). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. San Lorenzo keeps 18th position. 23 lost games are too many comparing to just seven victories San Lorenzo managed to get this year. Marin is a newcomer at San Lorenzo, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was forward Fernando Martina (201-F/C-1981) of Independ.O. (#11). Martina scored 19 points and grabbed eight rebounds. Despite Martina's great performance Independ.O. lost 70-72 to slightly higher-ranked Boca (#10, 16-11). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Martina has a very solid season. In 30 games in Argentina he scored 12.4ppg. He also has 5.4rpg and FGP: 69.7%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Tayavek Gallizzi (206-F/C-1993) of Instituto - 15 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Tomas Zanzottera (188-SG-1993) of Riachuelo LR - 14 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Javion Blake (190-G-1997) of Atenas - 19 points and 4 rebounds 7. Franco Pennacchiotti (205-C/F-1990) of Riachuelo LR - 18 points 8. Justin Jackson (203-PF-1990) of Riachuelo LR - 10 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Brandon Robinson (196-SG-1989) of Quimsa - 21 points and 7 rebounds 10. Juan Laterza (180-PG-1997) of Ferro - 16 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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| La Liga Round 36: No surprise as #1 Instituto defeat Penarol - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. La Liga top team - Instituto (23-5) managed to deliver another win on Thursday. This time they beat eighth ranked Penarol (17-11) in Mar del Plata 83-69. Instituto looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a quality performance of the former international power forward Tayavek Gallizzi (206-1993) who helped to win the game recording 15 points and 7 rebounds and the former international guard Nicolas Romano (200) who added 11 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was swingman Cristian Cardo (198-1999) with 8 points and 11 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Instituto have an impressive 11-game winning streak. Despite that victory Instituto went down to second position due to points difference. Penarol at the other side keeps the eighth place with 11 games lost. Instituto are looking forward to face Argentino (#16) in Junin in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Penarol will play on the road against the league's leader Obera (#1) and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. Twentieth-ranked Atenas (2-28) gave a tough game to fifteenth ranked Ferro (13-17) in Buenos Aires. Ferro managed to secure only one-point victory 88-87. However their fans expected much easier game. The winners were led by swingman Valentin Bettiga (189-1999) who scored that evening 15 points, 6 assists and 7 steals and Juan Laterza supported him with 16 points. Even 19 points by American guard Javion Blake (190-1997, college: Washburn, agency: Haylett Sports) did not help to save the game for Atenas. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Ferro maintains fifteenth position with 13-17 record. Atenas lost fifth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 28 lost games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. A very close game took place in Olivia between Boca and Independ.O.. Eleventh ranked Boca (16-11) got a very close victory on the road over 9th ranked Independ.O. (16-14). Boca managed to escape with a 2-point win 72-70 in the fight for the tenth place. The best player for the winners was Leonardo Mainoldi who scored 19 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Fernando Martina who recorded 19 points and 8 rebounds. Independ.O.'s coach Martin Gonzalez rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Boca moved-up to tenth place. Newly promoted Independ.O. dropped to the eleventh position with 14 games lost. Boca will meet Union SF (#19) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Independ.O. will have a break next round. In the last two games of round 36 Quimsa won against San Martin on the opponent's court 64-60. Riachuelo LR managed to outperform San Lorenzo in a home game 91-83. The most impressive stats of the last round was 25 points and 8 rebounds by Federico Marin of San Lorenzo. Ferro - Atenas 88-87 Twentieth-ranked Atenas (2-28) gave a tough game to fifteenth ranked Ferro (13-17) in Buenos Aires. Ferro managed to secure only one-point victory 88-87. However their fans expected much easier game. Ferro made 17-of-21 charity shots (81.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 21 Atenas turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. The winners were led by swingman Valentin Bettiga (189-1999) who scored that evening 15 points, 6 assists and 7 steals and point guard Juan Laterza (180-1997) supported him with 16 points. Even 19 points by American guard Javion Blake (190-1997, college: Washburn, agency: Haylett Sports) did not help to save the game for Atenas. Naturalized Italian center Omar Canton (205-1982) added 11 points and 5 assists. Four Ferro and five Atenas players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Ferro maintains fifteenth position with 13-17 record. Atenas lost fifth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 28 lost games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Ferro: J.Laterza 16+4reb+3ast, V.Bettiga 15+3reb+6ast, F.Grun 12+6reb+2ast, J.Wood 10+4reb+2ast, L.Gargallo 8+4reb+3ast, T.Spano 7+3reb+2ast Atenas: J.Blake 19+4reb, S.Octavio 12+7reb, F.Mariani 11+6reb+2ast, O.Canton 11+4reb+5ast, S.Matias 10+3reb+2ast, A.Konsztadt 8+2reb+2ast San Martin - Quimsa 60-64 Very expected game in Corrientes where 12th ranked San Martin (14-14) was defeated by fifth ranked Quimsa (19-10) 64-60 on Thursday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Quimsa made 8 blocks. The best player for the winners was American Brandon Robinson (196-1989, college: Clayton St.) who scored 21 points and 7 rebounds. The former international point guard Juan Brussino (185-1991) chipped in 16 points. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Santiago Ferreyra (188-1997) who recorded 12 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and swingman Emiliano Basabe (195-1992) added 9 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Quimsa maintains fifth position with 19-10 record. Loser San Martin keeps the twelfth place with 14 games lost. Quimsa will meet at home San Lorenzo (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. San Martin will play against Obras (#4) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Quimsa: B.Robinson 21+7reb+1ast, J.Brussino 16+2reb+2ast, A.Perez 9+3reb+1ast, E.Anderson 4+11reb, F.Ramirez 4+4reb, M.Cosolito 3+2reb+1ast San Martin: S.Ferreyra 12+5reb+4ast, V.Rolando 12, E.Basabe 9+9reb+1ast, J.Saiz 9+7reb+2ast, G.Garcia 6+2reb+1ast, P.Henry 5+3reb Penarol - Instituto 69-83 La Liga top team - Instituto (23-5) managed to deliver another win on Thursday. This time they beat eighth ranked Penarol (17-11) in Mar del Plata 83-69. Instituto looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a quality performance of the former international power forward Tayavek Gallizzi (206-1993) who helped to win the game recording 15 points and 7 rebounds and the former international guard Nicolas Romano (200) who added 11 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Five Instituto players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was swingman Cristian Cardo (198-1999) with 8 points and 11 rebounds and Jose Defelippo (186-1997) scored 10 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Instituto have an impressive 11-game winning streak. Despite that victory Instituto went down to second position due to points difference. Penarol at the other side keeps the eighth place with 11 games lost. Instituto are looking forward to face Argentino (#16) in Junin in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Penarol will play on the road against the league's leader Obera (#1) and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. Top scorers: Instituto: L.Gonzalez 15+1reb+1ast, N.Copello 15+4reb+2ast, T.Gallizzi 15+7reb+3ast, N.Romano 11+8reb+2ast, M.Chiarini 10+3reb+5ast, M.Fernandez 5+2ast Penarol: J.Defelippo 10+3reb+2ast, B.Sansimoni 10+1reb+1ast, J.Jordan 9+2reb+1ast, A.Caffaro 9+3reb, J.Valinotti 8+1reb+5ast, C.Cardo 8+11reb+1ast Independ.O. - Boca 70-72 A very close game took place in Olivia between Boca and Independ.O.. Eleventh ranked Boca (16-11) got a very close victory on the road over 9th ranked Independ.O. (16-14). Boca managed to escape with a 2-point win 72-70 in the fight for the tenth place. The best player for the winners was the former international Leonardo Mainoldi (205-1985) who scored 19 points. The former international Leonel Schattmann (193-1987) chipped in 6 points, 5 rebounds and 13 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was power forward Fernando Martina (201-1981) who recorded 19 points and 8 rebounds and guard Agustin Pautasso (192-1997) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Independ.O.'s coach Martin Gonzalez rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Boca moved-up to tenth place. Newly promoted Independ.O. dropped to the eleventh position with 14 games lost. Boca will meet Union SF (#19) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Independ.O. will have a break next round. Top scorers: Boca: L.Mainoldi 19+4reb+2ast, R.Barber 13+5reb, M.Mata 10+5reb+2ast, G.Juan 9+2reb, F.Balbi 8+4reb+2ast, L.Schattmann 6+5reb+13ast Independ.O.: F.Martina 19+8reb+1ast, A.Pautasso 13+6reb+3ast, C.Scaramuzzino 10+4reb, S.Giletto 9+3reb+1ast, M.Cabrera 9+2reb, B.Herrera 4+1reb+3ast Riachuelo LR - San Lorenzo 91-83 Rather predictable result in La Rioja where fifteenth ranked Riachuelo LR (13-16) defeated 18th ranked San Lorenzo (7-23) 91-83 on Friday. Riachuelo LR made 32-of-38 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. Riachuelo LR outrebounded San Lorenzo 45-25 including a 31-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was forward Mariano Fierro (200-1986) who had a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds. American Justin Jackson (203-1990, college: Cincinnati) chipped in 10 points and 9 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was naturalized Italian swingman Federico Marin (199-1982) who recorded 25 points and 8 rebounds and forward Facundo Rutemberg (195-2001) added 13 points respectively. Five Riachuelo LR and four San Lorenzo players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Riachuelo LR moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with La Union. Loser San Lorenzo keeps the eighteenth position with 23 games lost. Riachuelo LR will meet higher ranked Gimnasia (#3) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. San Lorenzo will play against Quimsa (#5) in Santiado del Estero and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Riachuelo LR: C.Buendia 18+3reb, F.Pennacchiotti 18+1reb, T.Zanzottera 14+4reb+2ast, J.Jackson 10+9reb+2ast, M.Fierro 10+10reb+1ast, J.Davis 8+6reb+1ast San Lorenzo: F.Marin 25+8reb+1ast, O.Lucas 14+2reb+2ast, F.Podesta 13+3reb, R.Facundo 13+4reb+1ast, L.Perez 8+2reb+6ast, R.Manuel 4+2reb+1ast |
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| Tahjere McCall (ex Cairns) is a newcomer at Fos-sur-Mer - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Two years ago (four years after his graduation) he was drafted by Lakeland Magic (G-League) as #5 pick overall. McCall graduated from Tennessee State in 2017 and it is his sixth season in pro basketball. He is quite experienced player. Thanks to McCall's pro career he managed to play on three different continents (Europe, Australia and of course North America) in five different countries. McCall has played previously professionally in New Zealand (Nuggets), NBA (Brooklyn Nets), France (Entente Orleans 45), NBA G League (College Park SkyHawks and Long Island Nets) and NBA Summer League (Atlanta Hawks, Orlando Magic and Washington Wizards). He was also selected to All-OVC Defensive Player of the Year back in 2016 and 2017. McCall won NBA G League championship title in 2021. |
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| BSL Round 3 (Second Stage): BC Vienna defeat Gunners Oberwart in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Fourth-ranked Gunners Oberwart (14-11) gave a tough game to BC Vienna (23-2) on Saturday. The visitors from Vienna managed to secure only three-point victory 76-73. However their fans expected easier game. Gunners Oberwart was trailing by 4 points at halftime but managed to get 2-point lead after three quarters before a 19-14 charge of BC Vienna, which allowed them to win the game. It was a great evening for the former international guard Bogic Vujosevic (192-1992) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 6 assists. The former international center Jozo Rados (206-1993) helped adding 17 points and 5 rebounds (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!). The best for the losing side was American guard DJ Hanes (185-1995, college: Nebraska Chr., agency: One Motive Sports) with 28 points. BC Vienna are looking forward to face Gmunden Swans at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Gunners Oberwart will play against Dukes in Klosterneuburg and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Gmunden Swans (21-4) beat at home UBC St. Poelten (12-13) by 12 points 85-73, which is the biggest margin this round. It was a quality performance for American power forward Urald King (198-1990, college: SE Oklahoma) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds. Toni Blazan accounted for 16 points. American guard Mike Holton Jr (186-1990, college: St.Michael's) came up with 18 points for UBC St. Poelten in the defeat. UBC St. Poelten's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Gmunden Swans will play against BC Vienna on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. UBC St. Poelten will play against Raiffeisen Flyers Wels (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 3: Furstenfeld won against Timberwolves on the opponent's court 82-77. UBSC Graz managed to outperform Arkadia in a home game 74-65. Klosterneuburg recorded a loss to Wels on the road 87-79. Kapfenberg defeated Eisenstadt on its own court 98-92. The most impressive stats of the last round was 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists by Nemanja Krstic of Kapfenberg. Timberwolves - Furstenfeld 77-82 But Timberwolves were not able to use a home court advantage and were defeated by the opponent from Furstenfeld 82-77. Timberwolves were ahead by 6 points at the halftime before a 23-9 third quarter run of Furstenfeld Panthers. It was an exceptional evening for Norwegian power forward Andrija Blatancic (201-1995, college: St.Cloud St.) who led the winners and scored 33 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Bosnian guard Adnan Hajder (193-1992) accounted for 14 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side. Four Furstenfeld Panthers players scored in double figures. The former international forward Jakob Lohr (195-2002) came up with 18 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and American center Chris Vogt (213-1999, college: Wisconsin) added 15 points and 12 rebounds respectively for Timberwolves in the defeat. Furstenfeld Panthers will play against Arkadia Lions (#9) in Traiskirchen in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Timberwolves will play on the road against Kapfenberg Bulls and hope to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Furstenfeld: A.Blatancic 33+5reb+6ast, S.Jr Robinson 14+4reb+5ast, A.Hajder 14+5reb+5ast, G.Wolf 10+3reb, S.Fynn 7+7reb+1ast, R.Reinelt 2+3reb Timberwolves: L.Jakob 18+9reb+4ast, C.Vogt 15+12reb, K.Armin 12+1reb, J.Szkutta 10+3reb+2ast, P.Rotter 9+4reb+6ast, P.D'Angelo 9+2reb+2ast Oberwart - Vienna 73-76 Fourth-ranked Gunners Oberwart (14-11) gave a tough game to BC Vienna (23-2) on Saturday. The visitors from Vienna managed to secure only three-point victory 76-73. However their fans expected easier game. Gunners Oberwart was trailing by 4 points at halftime but managed to get 2-point lead after three quarters before a 19-14 charge of BC Vienna, which allowed them to win the game. It was a great evening for the former international guard Bogic Vujosevic (192-1992) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 6 assists. The former international center Jozo Rados (206-1993) helped adding 17 points and 5 rebounds (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!). Five BC Vienna players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard DJ Hanes (185-1995, college: Nebraska Chr., agency: One Motive Sports) with 28 points and the other American import forward Brock Gardner (201-1997, college: Master's, agency: Players Group) scored 14 points. BC Vienna are looking forward to face Gmunden Swans at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Gunners Oberwart will play against Dukes in Klosterneuburg and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Vienna: B.Vujosevic 18+1reb+6ast, J.Rados 17+5reb, E.Murati 12+3reb+4ast, J.Manigat 12+2reb+1ast, S.Savic 11+4reb+1ast, C.Mateo 6+4reb Oberwart: D.Hanes 28+2reb+1ast, B.Gardner 14+3reb+1ast, A.Magdy 11+2reb, S.Kaeferle 8+3reb+4ast, R.Howard 6+3reb, R.Poljak 4+2reb UBSC Graz - Arkadia 74-65 Rather predictable result when UBSC Graz (13-12) defeated at home Arkadia Lions (10-15) 74-65. The game without a history. UBSC Graz led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. It was an exceptional evening for American point guard Zach Cooks (175, college: Hofstra) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. His fellow American import forward Issac Vann (198-1995, college: VCU) accounted for 20 points (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) for the winning side. Guard Lukas Hahn (190-1999) came up with 13 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists and Croatian forward Emilio Banic (197-1993) added 19 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) respectively for Arkadia Lions in the defeat. UBSC Graz will play against Nord Dragonz (#12) in Eisenstadt in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Arkadia Lions will play at home against Furstenfeld Panthers and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: UBSC Graz: I.Vann 20+3reb+2ast, Z.Cooks 19+10reb+6ast, L.Simoner 12+2reb+2ast, B.Hawkinson 9+8reb+1ast, T.Giddings 7+8reb+1ast, M.Spaleta 4+4reb+1ast Arkadia: E.Banic 19+7reb+2ast, I.Gromovs 16+9reb, L.Hahn 13+8reb+7ast, K.Aleksej 8+1ast, F.Vay 8+9reb+3ast, H.Kogelnik 1+5reb+2ast Wels - Klosterneuburg 87-79 Not a big story in a game when Dukes (12-13) were defeated on the road by Raiffeisen Flyers Wels (16-9) 87-79. The hosts were tied after three quarters but managed to speed up in last quarter eventually winning the game. Raiffeisen Flyers Wels outrebounded Dukes 46-28 including 16 on the offensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. It was an exceptional evening for American-Nigerian guard Austen Awosika (190-1998, college: CS Fullerton, agency: Slash Sports) who led the winners and scored 19 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals. Lithuanian forward Arvydas Gydra (206-1989) accounted for 22 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. Raiffeisen Flyers Wels' coach Sebastian Waser allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American Kevin Bracy-Davis (202-1995, college: Davis & Elkins) came up with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international guard Valentin Bauer (183-1994, college: Mars Hill) added 12 points and 5 assists respectively for Dukes in the defeat. Five Raiffeisen Flyers Wels and four Dukes players scored in double figures. Raiffeisen Flyers Wels will play against UBC St. Poelten (#5) in St.Poelten in the next round. Dukes will play at home against Gunners Oberwart and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Wels: A.Gydra 22+6reb+3ast, A.Awosika 19+7reb+5ast, C.von Fintel 13+8reb+5ast, C.Jeter 12+10reb, D.Smith 11+8reb+1ast, T.Allen 10+5reb+7ast Klosterneuburg: K.Bracy-Davis 20+5reb+5ast, A.Fripp 12+4reb, V.Bauer 12+3reb+5ast, B.Blazevic 11+3reb, P.Miletic 8+1reb+2ast, Y.Rabinowitz 5+2ast Gmunden - St.Poelten 85-73 Gmunden Swans (21-4) beat at home UBC St. Poelten (12-13) by 12 points 85-73, which is the biggest margin this round. The game was mostly controlled by Gmunden Swans. UBC St. Poelten was better in third quarter 25-22. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The game was decided in the last minutes when Gmunden Swans won last quarter 27-16. They dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to UBC St. Poelten's 26. UBC St. Poelten was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a quality performance for American power forward Urald King (198-1990, college: SE Oklahoma) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds. The former international forward Toni Blazan (197-1992, agency: Mansfield and Associates) accounted for 16 points for the winning side. Five Gmunden Swans players scored in double figures. American guard Mike Holton Jr (186-1990, college: St.Michael's) came up with 18 points and Iranian-German point guard Philip Jalalpoor (188-1993, college: UBC, agency: Blacktop Management) added 13 points and 4 assists respectively for UBC St. Poelten in the defeat. UBC St. Poelten's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Gmunden Swans will play against BC Vienna on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. UBC St. Poelten will play against Raiffeisen Flyers Wels (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Gmunden: U.King 20+10reb, T.Blazan 16+4reb+3ast, D.Lautier-Ogunleye 11+2reb, D.Green 11+3reb+2ast, B.Guettl 11+4reb, D.Friedrich 10+1reb+8ast St.Poelten: M.Holton Jr. 18+1reb+3ast, P.Jalalpoor 13+2reb+4ast, M.Guylain 10+6reb+1ast, N.Dukic 8+5reb+3ast, K.Lewis 6+2reb, S.Kaltenbrunner 5+1reb+2ast Kapfenberg - Eisenstadt 98-92 Everything went according to plan when Kapfenberg Bulls (11-14) beat at home Nord Dragonz (5-20) 98-92. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Kapfenberg Bulls dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Nord Dragonz's 38 and made 18-of-21 charity shots (85.7 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Nord Dragonz 31-16 including a 22-10 advantage in defensive rebounds. Kapfenberg Bulls players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. They brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. It was an exceptional evening for American center Brad Greene (210-1998, college: UC Irvine) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 18 rebounds. Serbian forward Nemanja Krstic (205-1993) accounted for 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) for the winning side. Four Kapfenberg Bulls players scored in double figures. American guard Kyran McClure (188-1996, college: St.Leo) came up with 38 points (!!!) (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and Cameroonian forward Aristide Boya (216-1999, college: Bradley, agency: Interperformances) added 25 points and 8 rebounds (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field) respectively for Nord Dragonz in the defeat. Kapfenberg Bulls will play against Timberwolves (#11) in Vienna in the next round. Nord Dragonz will play at home against UBSC Graz and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Kapfenberg: A.Adamu 22+2ast, B.Greene 21+18reb+2ast, N.Krstic 21+5reb+5ast, M.Latkovic 19+2reb+5ast, S.Flood 8+4reb+4ast, Z.Miro 4+2reb+2ast Eisenstadt: K.McClure 38+2ast, A.Boya 25+8reb+1ast, P.Cosic 11+4reb+11ast, L.Knor 5+1reb+1ast, N.Allen 5+2reb+2ast, F.Sohnel 5 |
| U19 League Round 17 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Bottom-ranked Flames 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 ninth consecutive match to third ranked St. Poelten (8-3) 75-61 on Wednesday evening. Defending champion moved-up to second place. Flames at the other side still closes the standings with nine games lost. St. Poelten will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Flames will play again on the road against the league's second-placed St. Poelten (#2) and hope to get finally their first victory. In the last game of round 17 Vienna Utd. was beaten by Dukes on the road 85-79. Flames - St.Poelten 61-75 Bottom-ranked Flames 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 ninth consecutive match to third ranked St. Poelten (8-3) 75-61 on Wednesday evening. Defending champion moved-up to second place. Flames at the other side still closes the standings with nine games lost. St. Poelten will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Flames will play again on the road against the league's second-placed St. Poelten (#2) and hope to get finally their first victory. Dukes - Vienna Utd. 85-79 No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Dukes (8-5) beat 6th ranked United (5-5) in Klosterneuburg 85-79 on Sunday. Dukes have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to third place. Loser United keeps the sixth position with five games lost. Dukes are looking forward to face Bulls (#5) in Kapfenberg in the next round. United will play on the road against Holter in Wels and it may be a tough game between close rivals. |
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| ABL Round 24: NTD edge Serhedci by three points - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 24 in the ABL took place in Baku. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 5th ranked Serhedci (13-9) to second ranked NTD (16-6) 76-73 on Saturday evening. NTD outrebounded Serhedci 52-35 including a 41-30 advantage in defensive rebounds. The game was dominated by American players. The best player for the winners was guard Jeremy Hayes (193-1997, college: Angelo St.) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds. Forward Londell King (203-1997, college: Stillman, agency: Project B Sports) chipped in 14 points and 9 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Brandon Miller (178-1998, college: Miles) who recorded 21 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. NTD have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Sabah. Serhedci lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with nine games lost. Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Baku: Xirdalan (#4) and Neftci (#6). Neftci was defeated at home 83-95 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. It was a good game for American power forward Andrew Corum (201-1997, college: Virginia St.) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 11 rebounds. Andre Adams contributed with 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Xirdalan's coach Ugur Ozdemir used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ukrainian guard Yuri Kondrakov (191-1996, agency: BIG) replied with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for Neftci. Xirdalan (15-7) have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Gence. Neftci lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 15 games lost. Another interesting game was again a derby between two local teams from Baku: Sabah (#1) and Zirve (#7). Zirve was smashed at home by 22 points 65-87 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Worth to mention a great performance of AJ Patty who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 28 points and 18 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Zo Tyson with 16 points and 8 rebounds. Sabah have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 16-6 record, which they share with NTD. Zirve lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 18 games lost. In the last two games of round 24 Gence defeated Zirve in Ganja 109-104. Bottom-ranked Olimpic Sheki was beaten by Gence at home 77-94. The best stats of 24th round was 19 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists by Jared Small of Gence. Zirve - Gence 104-109 There was no surprise in Baku where 7th ranked Zirve (4-18) was defeated by fourth ranked Gence (15-7) 109-104 on Tuesday. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Jared Small (201, college: CMU) who helped to win the game recording 32 points and 8 rebounds and the other American import guard Jalen Gaddy (196, college: St.Augustine) who added 30 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Jarrett Henderson (198-1996, college: UWF, agency: Project B Sports) with 23 points and 9 rebounds and the former international guard Zaur Pashayev (187-1983) scored 15 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Gence have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Xirdalan. Zirve lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with 18 games lost. Top scorers: Zirve: D.Johnson 24+4reb+2ast, R.Cruickshank 23+5reb+3ast, J.Henderson 23+9reb+1ast, Z.Pashayev 15+9reb+8ast, Z.Tyson 12+10reb, T.Clayton 4+2reb+2ast Gence: J.Small 32+8reb+2ast, J.Gaddy 30+5reb+3ast, J.Madrid-Andrews 25+13reb, J.Akbarov 11+11reb+3ast, A.Hamzayev 11+5reb+3ast, R.Islam 0 Neftci - Xirdalan 83-95 Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Baku: Xirdalan (#4) and Neftci (#6). Neftci was defeated at home 83-95 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. It was a good game for American power forward Andrew Corum (201-1997, college: Virginia St.) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 11 rebounds. The other American import center Andre Adams (206, college: NMHU) contributed with 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Xirdalan's coach Ugur Ozdemir used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ukrainian guard Yuri Kondrakov (191-1996, agency: BIG) replied with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Iranian center Mohsen Moradxani (213-1990) added 14 points and 14 rebounds in the effort for Neftci. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Xirdalan (15-7) have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Gence. Neftci lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 15 games lost. Top scorers: Neftci: Y.Kondrakov 20+6reb+4ast, D.Lomidze 18+2reb+2ast, M.Moradxani 14+14reb, Z.Gushanov 12+2ast, M.Marquetti 9+6reb+5ast, M.Alibay 6+1ast Xirdalan: A.Corum 29+11reb+2ast, A.Adams 18+8reb+3ast, D.Pullum 17+2reb+5ast, D.McDowell 15+5reb+5ast, R.Guliyev 9+4reb, F.Alakbarov 4+1reb+1ast Zirve - Sabah 65-87 Another interesting game was again a derby between two local teams from Baku: Sabah (#1) and Zirve (#7). Zirve was smashed at home by 22 points 65-87 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Sabah dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Zirve's 38. They outrebounded Zirve 49-34 including 17 on the offensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward AJ Patty (204-1995, college: MSU) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 28 points and 18 rebounds and point guard Kamran Mammadov (187-2000) who added 20 points and 4 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Zo Tyson (206-1995, college: IUPUI) with 16 points and 8 rebounds and his fellow American import point guard Russhard Cruickshank (183, college: EKU) scored 9 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Zirve players scored in double figures. Sabah have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 16-6 record, which they share with NTD. Zirve lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 18 games lost. Top scorers: Zirve: Z.Tyson 16+8reb+1ast, D.Johnson 13+2reb+1ast, J.Henderson 13+7reb+1ast, Z.Pashayev 11+4reb+5ast, R.Cruickshank 9+7reb+5ast, E.Seyidhuseyn 3+3reb+1ast Sabah: A.Patty 28+18reb+2ast, K.Mammadov 20+4reb+4ast, M.Edwards 13+1reb+1ast, U.Osakue 8+8reb+6ast, C.Rohlehr 6+8reb+1ast, K.Crane 5+3reb+2ast NTD - Serhedci 76-73 The most exciting game of round 24 in the ABL took place in Baku. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 5th ranked Serhedci (13-9) to second ranked NTD (16-6) 76-73 on Saturday evening. NTD outrebounded Serhedci 52-35 including a 41-30 advantage in defensive rebounds. The game was dominated by American players. The best player for the winners was guard Jeremy Hayes (193-1997, college: Angelo St.) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds. Forward Londell King (203-1997, college: Stillman, agency: Project B Sports) chipped in 14 points and 9 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Brandon Miller (178-1998, college: Miles) who recorded 21 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists and power forward Michael Diggins (207-1998, college: UIC) added 15 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. NTD have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Sabah. Serhedci lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with nine games lost. Top scorers: Serhedci: B.Miller 21+6reb+9ast, M.Starwood 18+8reb+1ast, M.Diggins 15+8reb+4ast, A.Azar 11+6reb+1ast, E.Poladkhanli 3+2reb, T.Blackmon 3+1reb NTD: J.Hayes 18+10reb+2ast, E.Shirzadov 16+2reb+2ast, L.King 14+9reb, Q.Campbell 12+9reb, Z.Hudson 8+6reb+3ast, B.Robinson 4+8reb+1ast Olimpic Sheki - Gence 77-94 No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Gence (15-7) defeated on the road bottom-ranked Olimpic Sheki (2-20) 94-77 on Sunday. Gence had a 36-23 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Gence made 7 blocks. The game was also dominated by American players. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Collin Turner (185-1995, college: Angelo St.) who helped to win the game recording 20 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and guard Jared Small (201, college: CMU) who added 19 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was point guard Larry Robinson III (182-1999, college: New Orleans) with 20 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists and power forward Davante Cooper (208-1994, college: WSU) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Gence and four Olimpic Sheki players scored in double figures. Gence have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Xirdalan. Olimpic Sheki lost seventeenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 20 lost games. Top scorers: Olimpic Sheki: L.Robinson III 20+9reb+7ast, D.Cooper 19+10reb+4ast, A.Hajiyev 17+2reb, A.Whitsett 10+4reb, S.Mehemmed 7+4reb+1ast, D.Tsivtsivadze 4+2reb+5ast Gence: C.Turner 20+6reb+8ast, J.Madrid-Andrews 19+5reb+1ast, J.Small 19+7reb+6ast, J.Akbarov 18+9reb+3ast, J.Gaddy 11+9reb+2ast, A.Mammadov 7+5reb |
| A.J. Patty claims Azerbaijani ABL weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The 27-year old forward had a double-double of 28 points and eighteen rebounds, while his team crushed Zirve (#7, 4-18) with 22-point margin 87-65. It allowed Sabah to consolidate first place in the Azerbaijani ABL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Sabah has a very solid 16-6 record, but they cannot be too comfortable about keeping top position. In the team's last game Patty had a remarkable 55.6% from 2-point range. He turned to be Sabah's top player in his first season with the team. Minnesota State University Mankato graduate has very impressive stats this year. Patty is in league's top in points (5th best: 20.0ppg) and rebounds (5th best: 10.8rpg). The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American power forward Andrew Corum (201-F/C-1997) of Xirdalan. Corum impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 29 points and 11 rebounds. Of course Xirdalan cruised to a 95-83 relatively comfortable win over slightly lower-ranked Neftci (#6, 7-15). Xirdalan's 4th position in the standings has not changed. His team's 15-7 record is not bad at all. Corum is a newcomer at Xirdalan and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.8ppg (#3). He also registered 12.3 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was American Jared Small (201-G) of Gence (#3). Small got into 30-points club by scoring 32 points in the last round. He went also for eight rebounds . He was a key player of Gence, leading his team to a 109-104 win against the lower-ranked Zirve (#7, 4-18). Gence needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 15 victories and 7 lost games. Small has a very solid season. In 8 games in Azerbaijan he scored 16.0ppg. He also has 6.3rpg and and 3PT: 45.2%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Jordan Madrid-Andrews (201-F-1994) of Gence - 25 points and 13 rebounds 5. Collin Turner (185-G-1995) of Gence - 20 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists 6. Andre Adams (206-C) of Xirdalan - 18 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Brandon Miller (178-PG-1998) of Serhedci - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists 8. Zo Tyson (206-F-1995) of Zirve - 16 points and 8 rebounds 9. Mohsen Moradxani (213-C-1990) of Neftci - 14 points and 14 rebounds 10. Jarrett Henderson (198-F-1996) of Zirve - 23 points and 9 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Round 3: ABC hands first loss to US Monastir - 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 Tunisian US Monastir (2-1) on the court of Ivorian ABC on Friday night. Visitors were defeated by ABC 90-74. ABC forced 22 US Monastir turnovers. It was a good game for Nigerien guard Abdoulaye Harouna (196-1992, college: Miami, OH) who led his team to a victory with 33 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds. American-Ivorian forward Mike Fofana (206-1997, college: HSU, agency: One Motive Sports) contributed with 18 points for the winners. Ukrainian-American point guard Jerome Randle (175-1987, college: California) answered with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for US Monastir. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. ABC is looking forward to face Stade (#5) in the next round. US Monastir will play against Douanes and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Very important is a road loss of Rwandan REG (3-1) against Mali Stade (2-2) on Saturday night. Visiting REG was crushed by Stade in 84-64. It was a great evening for forward Aliou Diarra (-2001) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 16 rebounds. Souleymane Berthe helped adding 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was American forward Delwan Graham (200-1988, college: Jacksonville, agency: BIG) with 18 points. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Stade will play against ABC in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. REG will play against US Monastir and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game in was also quite interesting. Senegalese Douanes (2-2) played at the court of Nigerian Kwara Falcons (0-4). Douanes managed to secure a 7-point victory 75-68 on Saturday. It was an exceptional evening for Jean-Jacques Boissy who led the winners and scored 22 points and 4 assists. Jeremiah Mordi came up with 8 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for Kwara Falcons in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Douanes will meet US Monastir (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kwara Falcons will play against ABC and hope to get finally their first victory. In the last game of round 3 Stade were beaten by Douanes on the road 74-58. Group Group AABC - US Monastir 90-74The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Tunisian US Monastir (2-1) on the court of Ivorian ABC on Friday night. Visitors were defeated by ABC 90-74. ABC forced 22 US Monastir turnovers. It was a good game for Nigerien guard Abdoulaye Harouna (196-1992, college: Miami, OH) who led his team to a victory with 33 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds. American-Ivorian forward Mike Fofana (206-1997, college: HSU, agency: One Motive Sports) contributed with 18 points for the winners. Ukrainian-American point guard Jerome Randle (175-1987, college: California) answered with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and Senegalese forward Ibrahima Thomas (213-1987, college: Cincinnati, agency: BIG) added 14 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for US Monastir. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. ABC is looking forward to face Stade (#5) in the next round. US Monastir will play against Douanes and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: US Monastir: J.Randle 25+5reb+5ast, I.Thomas 14+10reb, R.Slimane 12+2reb, O.Marnaoui 6+2reb+1ast, F.Lahyani 5+3reb, A.Addami 3+1ast ABC: A.Harouna 33+6reb+3ast, M.Fofana 18+4reb+3ast, S.Konate 15+4reb+2ast, A.Robinson 9+4reb+2ast, C.Bile 5+2reb+2ast, C.Obekpa 4+9reb+2ast Douanes - Stade 74-58 The game between closely ranked teams ended with Senegalese Douanes' (2-2) home victory over Mali Stade (2-2) in Dakar 74-58 on Friday. Douanes forced 22 Stade turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for American Marcus Crawford who led the winners and scored 21 points and 4 assists. Point guard Jean-Jacques Boissy (183-2000) accounted for 13 points and 4 assists for the winning side. Souleymane Berthe (-2000, agency: The French Family Consulting) came up with 17 points and 6 rebounds and forward Aliou Diarra (-2001) added 9 points and 14 rebounds respectively for Stade in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Douanes will meet US Monastir (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Stade will play against ABC and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Stade: B.Souleymane 17+6reb+2ast, D.Aliou 9+14reb+1ast, M.Keita 9+2reb+4ast, M.Pare 6+3reb+1ast, C.Rueben 5+9reb+1ast, M.Keita 4+1reb+2ast Douanes: C.Marcus 21+4reb+4ast, B.Osei 14+6reb, B.Jean-Jacques 13+4reb+4ast, I.Ochereobia 8+7reb+1ast, N.Bara 8+8reb, D.Mamadou 6+3reb+2ast Stade - REG 84-64 Very important is a road loss of Rwandan REG (3-1) against Mali Stade (2-2) on Saturday night. Visiting REG was crushed by Stade in 84-64. Stade forced 21 REG turnovers and outrebounded them 49-35 including a 31-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for forward Aliou Diarra (-2001) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 16 rebounds. Souleymane Berthe (-2000, agency: The French Family Consulting) helped adding 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was American forward Delwan Graham (200-1988, college: Jacksonville, agency: BIG) with 18 points and the other American import guard Cleveland Thomas (192-1993, college: WKU, agency: Slash Sports) scored 6 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Stade will play against ABC in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. REG will play against US Monastir and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: REG: A.Filer 19+1reb, D.Graham 18+4reb, D.Ndayisaba 8+7reb, N.Jean 8+6reb+1ast, C.Thomas 6+5reb+10ast, K.Ulrich 3+9reb Stade: B.Souleymane 23+7reb+4ast, D.Aliou 20+16reb+2ast, K.Amayo 14+8reb+6ast, N.Traore 7+2reb+1ast, J.Wilkins 6+3reb+2ast, M.Keita 6+2reb Kwara Falcons - Douanes 68-75 The game in was also quite interesting. Senegalese Douanes (2-2) played at the court of Nigerian Kwara Falcons (0-4). Douanes managed to secure a 7-point victory 75-68 on Saturday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Douanes made 9 blocks. It was an exceptional evening for point guard Jean-Jacques Boissy (183-2000) who led the winners and scored 22 points and 4 assists. American Marcus Crawford accounted for 17 points and 6 assists for the winning side. Point guard Jeremiah Mordi (194-1993, college: Queens, NY, agency: Green Sports Management) came up with 8 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Michael Oriakhi (-2003) added 11 points respectively for Kwara Falcons in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Douanes will meet US Monastir (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kwara Falcons will play against ABC and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Kwara Falcons: E.Victor 12+2reb+1ast, O.Michael 11+3reb+2ast, T.Mamadou 10+1reb+1ast, J.Mordi 8+7reb+4ast, J.Adekoya 8+2ast, S.Conteh 5+5reb+1ast Douanes: B.Jean-Jacques 22+4reb+4ast, C.Marcus 17+4reb+6ast, B.Osei 10+3reb+1ast, M.Diagne 6+6reb+1ast, D.Mamadou 6+4reb+1ast, N.Alkaly 4+2reb+2ast |
| Harouna's 33-point game gives him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He had the game-high 33 points adding six rebounds and three assists for ABC in his team's victory, helping them to crush US Monastir (2-1) with 16-point margin 90-74. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. ABC is placed at 2nd position in Basketball Africa League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost that single game earlier this season. ABC will need more victories to improve their 2-1 record. In the team's last game Harouna had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at ABC, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Miami University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Harouna is in league's top in points (2nd best: 23.3ppg), assists (9th best: 3.0apg) and averages solid 2.3spg and 58.3% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Aliou Diarra (F-2001) of Stade. He is a forward in his first season at Stade. In the last game Diarra recorded impressive double-double of 20 points and 16 rebounds. Of course he led Stade to another comfortable win outscoring REG (3-1) 84-64. The season is still at the very beginning and this victory may help a lot. Let's wait for the next round. Diarra is one of the most experienced players at Stade and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.5ppg (#5). He also registered 14.5 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to another Stade's star - guard Kelvin Amayo (193-G-1992, agency: Slash Sports). Amayo showcased his all-around game by recording 14 points, eight rebounds and six assists in the last round. He was another key player of Stade, helping his team with a 84-64 easy win against REG (#1, 3-1). Stade needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 2 victories and 2 lost games. Amayo has a great season in Basketball Africa League. After only 4 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 3.5apg (6th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Jerome Randle (175-PG-1987) of US Monastir - 25 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Souleymane Berthe (SF-2000) of Stade - 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Jean-Jacques Boissy (183-PG-2000) of Douanes - 22 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Stephane Konate (191-SG-1980) of ABC - 15 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Ibrahima Thomas (213-F-1987) of US Monastir - 14 points and 10 rebounds 9. Delwan Graham (200-F-1988) of REG - 18 points and 4 rebounds 10. Jeremiah Mordi (194-PG-1993) of Kwara Falcons - 8 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Premier League Round 28: SDUSHOR defeat Tsmoki-Minsk U20 - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in Premier League. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Tsmoki-Minsk U20 (18-6) on the court of third ranked SDUSHOR on Sunday night. Visitors were edged by SDUSHOR 78-76. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Tsmoki-Minsk U20. 26 personal fouls committed by Tsmoki-Minsk U20 helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of Egor Batvenkov (-2007) who helped to win the game recording 28 points. Pavel Rabushka (-2006) contributed with 14 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Forward Aleksey Shevchenko (191-2004) replied with 20 points and 7 assists for Tsmoki-Minsk U20. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. SDUSHOR maintains third position with 13-11 record having nine points less than leader Tsmoki-Minsk U20. Newly promoted Tsmoki-Minsk U20 still keeps top place with six games lost. SDUSHOR are looking forward to face Brest (#5) on the road in the next round. Tsmoki-Minsk U20 will play against Grodno GrSU (#4) and is hoping to win this game. The game in Minsk supposed to be also worth to mention about. Third ranked Rubon (18-10) played at the court of 5th ranked Impuls BGUIR (8-18). Rubon smashed Impuls BGUIR 96-70. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Maksim Shustov (187-1986) who helped to win the game recording 15 points and 9 assists and Victor Ovsepyan who added 17 points and 7 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) during the contest. At the losing side the former international guard Siarhei Vabishchevich (191-1988) responded with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Impuls BGUIR's coach Fedor Rodenko gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Rubon have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 18-10 record despite having the same number of points like the leader Tsmoki-Minsk U20. Impuls BGUIR lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with 18 games lost. Rubon will play against league's leader Borisfen in Mogilev in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Impuls BGUIR will play on the road against Gomel (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game between fourth ranked Grodno GrSU (12-11) and 6th ranked Vitebsk (3-21) in Grodno on Sunday ended with biggest points difference. Grodno GrSU outscored guests from Vitebsk 81-41. The winners were led by Anton Gaidel who scored that evening 15 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. Grodno GrSU's coach Rustan Nosenko felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 9 points and 11 rebounds by Daniil Gorbachevsky did not help to save the game for Vitebsk. Grodno GrSU have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 12-11 record. Newly promoted Vitebsk keeps the sixth place with 21 games lost. Grodno GrSU will meet league's leader Tsmoki-Minsk U20 on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Vitebsk's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Vitebsk Rubon II. In the last two games of round 28 Gomel was smashed by Grodno on the road 101-74. Rubon II won against Brest on its own court 74-60. The most impressive performance of 28th round was 15 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks by Gleb Bigun of Brest. Grodno - Gomel 101-74 No shocking result in a game when second ranked Grodno (20-6) crushed at home 6th ranked Gomel (1-25) 101-74 on Saturday. Grodno made 24-of-30 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game, while Gomel only scored seven points from the stripe. Grodno forced 26 Gomel turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. The winners were led by Serbian guard Dusan Majstorovic (196-1995, college: Maine) who scored that evening 21 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and Ilya Sharipov (198-1991) supported him with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Even a double-double of 10 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists by center Viktor Golotsukov (205-1999) did not help to save the game for Gomel. Point guard Aliaksandr Yasevich (185-2001) added 16 points and 8 assists for lost side. Both teams had five 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. Grodno maintains second position with 20-6 record behind leader Tsmoki-Minsk U20. Gomel lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 25 games lost. Grodno will meet Tsmoki II (#4) in the next round. Gomel will play against Impuls BGUIR and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Grodno: I.Sharipov 22+6reb+4ast, D.Majstorovic 21+5reb+6ast, F.Simic 14+2reb+8ast, N.Djuric 13+7reb, S.Lemeshevskiy 11+4reb+2ast, T.Drukau 8+3reb+4ast Gomel: A.Yasevich 16+3reb+8ast, I.Ivan 15+7reb+1ast, P.Mikhail 14+10reb, D.Yarets 13+1ast, G.Viktor 10+13reb+6ast, S.Fedorchuk 6+1reb+3ast Impuls BGUIR - Rubon 70-96 The game in Minsk supposed to be also worth to mention about. Third ranked Rubon (18-10) played at the court of 5th ranked Impuls BGUIR (8-18). Rubon smashed Impuls BGUIR 96-70. Rubon dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Impuls BGUIR's 28. Rubon forced 29 Impuls BGUIR turnovers. Strangely Impuls BGUIR outrebounded Rubon 41-28 including 17 on the offensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Maksim Shustov (187-1986) who helped to win the game recording 15 points and 9 assists and the former international forward Victor Ovsepyan (202-1991) who added 17 points and 7 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) during the contest. Four Rubon players scored in double figures. At the losing side the former international guard Siarhei Vabishchevich (191-1988) responded with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and point guard Mikita Dashkevich (178-2001) scored 13 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Impuls BGUIR's coach Fedor Rodenko gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Rubon have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 18-10 record despite having the same number of points like the leader Tsmoki-Minsk U20. Impuls BGUIR lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with 18 games lost. Rubon will play against league's leader Borisfen in Mogilev in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Impuls BGUIR will play on the road against Gomel (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Rubon: V.Ovsepyan 17+7reb, A.Shchurko 17+2reb+1ast, M.Shustov 15+2reb+9ast, K.Satsuk 14+2reb+1ast, M.Kozlovets 10+4reb, R.Pishcheyko 9+2reb+2ast Impuls BGUIR: S.Vabishchevich 15+6reb+4ast, M.Dashkevich 13+6reb+5ast, A.Zaretskiy 12+8reb+2ast, A.Vashkevich 7+9reb+3ast, S.Daniil 5+2ast, T.Karpuk 5+2reb+1ast Grodno GrSU - Vitebsk 81-41 The game between fourth ranked Grodno GrSU (12-11) and 6th ranked Vitebsk (3-21) in Grodno on Sunday ended with biggest points difference. Grodno GrSU outscored guests from Vitebsk 81-41. Grodno GrSU held Vitebsk to an opponent 22.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 39.7 percent accuracy of the winners. Grodno GrSU forced 36 Vitebsk turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Vitebsk's players. The winners were led by point guard Anton Gaidel (182-2003) who scored that evening 15 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists and guard Alexander Chivel (162-2006) supported him with 12 points and 6 rebounds. Grodno GrSU's coach Rustan Nosenko felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 9 points and 11 rebounds by guard Daniil Gorbachevsky (183-2003) did not help to save the game for Vitebsk. Nikita Mosar (-2004) added 8 points and 9 rebounds for lost side. Grodno GrSU have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 12-11 record. Newly promoted Vitebsk keeps the sixth place with 21 games lost. Grodno GrSU will meet league's leader Tsmoki-Minsk U20 on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Vitebsk's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Vitebsk Rubon II. Top scorers: Grodno GrSU: G.Anton 15+9reb+7ast, C.Egor 12+4reb+1ast, C.Alexander 12+6reb+3ast, S.Gleb 8+3reb, M.Maxim 7+2reb+1ast, S.Evgeniy 6+3reb+5ast Vitebsk: G.Daniil 9+11reb+1ast, V.Arseni 8, M.Nikita 8+9reb, P.Artem 6+5reb+1ast, K.Vitaly 5+8reb+1ast, K.Dmitry 3 SDUSHOR - Tsmoki-Minsk U20 78-76 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Tsmoki-Minsk U20 (18-6) on the court of third ranked SDUSHOR on Sunday night. Visitors were edged by SDUSHOR 78-76. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Tsmoki-Minsk U20. 26 personal fouls committed by Tsmoki-Minsk U20 helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of Egor Batvenkov (-2007) who helped to win the game recording 28 points. Pavel Rabushka (-2006) contributed with 14 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Forward Aleksey Shevchenko (191-2004) replied with 20 points and 7 assists and guard Aliaksei Bachkar (195-2003) added 13 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Tsmoki-Minsk U20. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. SDUSHOR maintains third position with 13-11 record having nine points less than leader Tsmoki-Minsk U20. Newly promoted Tsmoki-Minsk U20 still keeps top place with six games lost. SDUSHOR are looking forward to face Brest (#5) on the road in the next round. Tsmoki-Minsk U20 will play against Grodno GrSU (#4) and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: SDUSHOR: B.Egor 28+4reb, B.Kirill 17+5reb, R.Pavel 14+9reb+1ast, K.Egor 5+2reb+4ast, D.Vitali 4+5reb+1ast, G.Alexander 4+3reb Tsmoki-Minsk U20: S.Aleksey 20+7ast, Z.Dmitriy 13+3reb, B.Aliaksei 13+7reb, G.Mikhail 9+6reb, A.Stsiapan 6+5reb+2ast, B.Artsiom 6+1reb+2ast Rubon II - Brest 74-60 Rather expected game when 5th ranked Brest (11-13) lost to second ranked Rubon II (14-9) in Vitebsk 60-74 on Sunday. Rubon II outrebounded Brest 63-46 including a 25-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. The winners were led by point guard Anton Makhanovskiy (170-2005) who scored that evening 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Nikita Borodin (202-2002) supported him with 10 points and 16 rebounds. Rubon II's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 14 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists by guard Vladislav Lagodich (180-2002) did not help to save the game for Brest. Center Gleb Bigun (204-2004) added 15 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks for lost side. Five Rubon II and four Brest players scored in double figures. Newly promoted Rubon II maintains second position with 14-9 record having nine points less than leader Tsmoki-Minsk U20. Brest lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with 13 games lost. Rubon II's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Vitebsk to the arena Vitebsk. Top scorers: Rubon II: M.Anton 17+8reb+4ast, K.Satsuk 16+2reb+4ast, G.Alexander 12+10reb+2ast, B.Nikita 10+16reb+2ast, L.Ivan 10+10reb, H.Maksim 6+5reb Brest: S.Anton 17+8reb+3ast, B.Gleb 15+10reb+4ast, V.Lagodich 14+9reb+6ast, G.Artem 11+2reb+2ast, R.Mihail 3+15reb+1ast, S.Daniil 0 |
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| U19 League Round 13: Dorostol lose their first game against Dunav - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Dorostol (5-1) in Silistra on Thursday night. Hosts were edged by Dunav (6-1) 65-64. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Dunav have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 6-1 record. Dorostol at the other side keeps the second position with one game lost. The game between Top Four teams took place in Silistra. Second ranked host Dorostol (5-1) smashed 4th placed Chardafon (1-4) 81-40. Dorostol maintains second place with 5-1 record behind leader Dunav. Chardafon lost their third game in a row. They keep the fourth position with four games lost. U19 League top team - Dunav (6-1) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed fifth ranked Dolphin (0-8) in Burgas 78-58. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Dunav. They maintain first place with 6-1 record. Dolphin lost their eighth game in a row. They still close the standings with eight games lost. Dorostol - Dunav 64-65 The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Dorostol (5-1) in Silistra on Thursday night. Hosts were edged by Dunav (6-1) 65-64. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Dunav have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 6-1 record. Dorostol at the other side keeps the second position with one game lost. Dorostol - Chardafon 81-40 The game between Top Four teams took place in Silistra. Second ranked host Dorostol (5-1) smashed 4th placed Chardafon (1-4) 81-40. Dorostol maintains second place with 5-1 record behind leader Dunav. Chardafon lost their third game in a row. They keep the fourth position with four games lost. Dolphin - Dunav 58-78 U19 League top team - Dunav (6-1) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed fifth ranked Dolphin (0-8) in Burgas 78-58. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Dunav. They maintain first place with 6-1 record. Dolphin lost their eighth game in a row. They still close the standings with eight games lost. |
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Round in National League means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in where host Sol Blazers (3-2) beat league's leader IRG Astros (4-1) 78-71 on Thursday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of IRG Astros. Sol Blazers made 21-of-26 free shots (80.8 percent) during the game. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Sol Blazers made 10 blocks. The best player for the winners was Canadian forward Justin Golob (190) who scored 26 points and 8 rebounds. The former international guard Samuel OGarro (195-1988, college: Eckerd) chipped in 18 points and 11 rebounds. Power forward DeAndre Simpson produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 19 rebounds for the guests. Sol Blazers maintains fourth place with 3-2 record. IRG Astros at the other side dropped to the third position with one game lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Cayman FH. IRG Astros will play next round against strong Warriors trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Sol Blazers will try to continue on its current victory against tenth ranked Silver Bullets 2 at home. The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Cayman FH as it allowed them to take a leadership position after previous leader's (IRG Astros) loss. Cayman FH smashed bottom-ranked Silver Bullets 2 at home 85-58. Canadian forward Nick Berardi orchestrated the victory by scoring 34 points (!!!). Curtis Wilson contributed with 15 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Forward Daniel Stone answered with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 16 rebounds for Silver Bullets 2. Cayman FH have a solid series of four victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Warriors. Silver Bullets 2 at the other side, also newcomer in the league, still closes the standings with six games lost. Silver Bullets 2 will play next round against strong Sol Blazers trying to get back on the winning streak. Cayman FH will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Bottom-ranked Silver Bullets 2 (0-6) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 98-49 loss to seventh ranked Creole Team (2-3) in on Thursday evening. Joanki Montero-Espinal stepped up and scored 40 points (!!!) and 8 steals for the winners. Daniel Stone responded with 7 points and 9 rebounds. Creole Team moved-up to sixth place, which they share with MPS Tronix. Newly promoted Silver Bullets 2 still closes the standings with six games lost. Creole Team will meet higher ranked Silver Bullets (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Silver Bullets 2 will play against Sol Blazers (#4) and hopes to get finally their first victory. In the last game of round 5 MPS Tronix lost to undefeated Warriors in a road game 65-92. Silver Bullets 2 - Creole Team 49-98 Bottom-ranked Silver Bullets 2 (0-6) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 98-49 loss to seventh ranked Creole Team (2-3) in on Thursday evening. They dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Silver Bullets 2's 32. Creole Team forced 26 Silver Bullets 2 turnovers and outrebounded them 46-29 including a 29-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. Guard Joanki Montero-Espinal stepped up and scored 40 points (!!!) and 8 steals for the winners and forward Rakim Martin chipped in 19 points and 12 rebounds. Four Creole Team players scored in double figures. Forward Daniel Stone responded with 7 points and 9 rebounds and American forward Leonard Turner (196, college: CSUSB) scored 12 points and 5 rebounds. Creole Team moved-up to sixth place, which they share with MPS Tronix. Newly promoted Silver Bullets 2 still closes the standings with six games lost. Creole Team will meet higher ranked Silver Bullets (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Silver Bullets 2 will play against Sol Blazers (#4) and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Creole Team: M.Joanki 40+3reb+2ast, M.Rakim 19+12reb+1ast, B.Jahneal 14+5reb+1ast, M.Kobe 14+5reb+7ast, E.Paul 6+5reb, S.Jeremy 5+10reb+3ast Silver Bullets 2: L.Turner 12+5reb, S.Daniel 7+9reb+1ast, W.Samuel 6+3reb, M.Dardian 5+2reb+1ast, C.Mikhai 4, S.Joshua 4+1reb Sol Blazers - IRG Astros 78-71 Round in National League means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in where host Sol Blazers (3-2) beat league's leader IRG Astros (4-1) 78-71 on Thursday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of IRG Astros. Sol Blazers made 21-of-26 free shots (80.8 percent) during the game. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Sol Blazers made 10 blocks. The best player for the winners was Canadian forward Justin Golob (190) who scored 26 points and 8 rebounds. The former international guard Samuel OGarro (195-1988, college: Eckerd) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds. Power forward DeAndre Simpson produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 19 rebounds and the former international Davion Cotterell added 22 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the guests. Sol Blazers maintains fourth place with 3-2 record. IRG Astros at the other side dropped to the third position with one game lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Cayman FH. IRG Astros will play next round against strong Warriors trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Sol Blazers will try to continue on its current victory against tenth ranked Silver Bullets 2 at home. Top scorers: Sol Blazers: J.Golob 26+8reb+3ast, S.O'Garro 20+5reb+3ast, S.O'Garro 18+11reb+3ast, J.Cotterell 7+6reb+1ast, H.Deighton 6+7reb, K.Andres 1+5reb IRG Astros: D.Cotterell 22+9reb+3ast, S.DeAndre 16+19reb+3ast, A.Milburn 11+2reb, D.Britton 9+6reb+3ast, B.Thompson 7+3reb, J.Miller 3 Warriors - MPS Tronix 92-65 There was no surprise when 5th ranked MPS Tronix (2-3) was crushed on the road by leader Warriors (4-0) 92-65 on Monday. Warriors looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The former international forward Jerome Narcisse (193-1987, college: SWOSU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and the former international guard Juawon Ebanks (, college: Pensacola CC) chipped in 29 points and 7 assists. Forward Daniel Mowatt responded with 21 points and point guard Rick Henry scored 5 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists. Warriors have a solid series of four victories in a row. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Cayman FH. Loser MPS Tronix dropped to the sixth place with three games lost. They share the position with Creole Team. Warriors will meet at home IRG Astros (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. MPS Tronix will have a break next round. Top scorers: Warriors: J.Ebanks 29+4reb+7ast, J.Narcisse 22+13reb+5ast, C.Stephan 10+4reb+2ast, D.Taylor 9+3reb+7ast, N.General-Vanderpuije 8+4reb+2ast, T.Delroy 8+1reb MPS Tronix: D.Mowatt 21+3reb+1ast, B.Glasgow 13+3reb+2ast, D.Powell 11+10reb+2ast, K.Maxwell 9+4reb+1ast, V.Felix 6+5reb+4ast, H.Rick 5+13reb+6ast Cayman FH - Silver Bullets 2 85-58 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Cayman FH as it allowed them to take a leadership position after previous leader's (IRG Astros) loss. Cayman FH smashed bottom-ranked Silver Bullets 2 at home 85-58. Cayman FH dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Silver Bullets 2's 36. They outrebounded Silver Bullets 2 49-35 including 16 on the offensive glass. Cayman FH brought some defensive toughness making 8 blocks. Canadian forward Nick Berardi orchestrated the victory by scoring 34 points (!!!). Curtis Wilson contributed with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Forward Daniel Stone answered with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 16 rebounds and guard Edward Swaby added 8 points and 4 steals in the effort for Silver Bullets 2. Cayman FH have a solid series of four victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Warriors. Silver Bullets 2 at the other side, also newcomer in the league, still closes the standings with six games lost. Silver Bullets 2 will play next round against strong Sol Blazers trying to get back on the winning streak. Cayman FH will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Top scorers: Cayman FH: N.Berardi 34+4reb+2ast, C.Wilson 15+11reb+2ast, T.Jeremy 10+9reb+2ast, M.Sam 8+3reb, U.Vladimir 6+5reb+1ast, A.Leean 4+4reb+3ast Silver Bullets 2: S.Daniel 20+16reb, S.Edward 8+4reb+1ast, D.Kyan 8, M.Dardian 6+2reb, C.Mikhai 5+2reb, L.Turner 5+4reb+1ast |
| Nick Berardi claims Cayman Islands National League Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Canadian Nick Berardi (F) had a very impressive game in the last round for league's leader Cayman FH and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 5. The forward had the game-high 34 points adding four rebounds and two assists for Cayman FH in his team's victory, helping them to outclass, the league's bottom-ranked team Silver Bullets 2 (#10, 0-6) with 27-point margin 85-58. It allowed Cayman FH to jump to the first place in the Cayman Islands National League. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but Cayman FH already had a very good start winning all 4 without losing a single one. In the team's last game Berardi had a remarkable 68.8% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Cayman FH, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Berardi has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (2nd best: 28.7ppg) and averages solid 62.9% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was guard Joanki Montero-Espinal (G) of Creole Team. Montero-Espinal impressed basketball fans with 40 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course he led Creole Team to another comfortable win outscoring Silver Bullets 2 (#10, 0-6) 98-49. This victory allowed Creole Team to move up to 6th position in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 2-3 record. Montero-Espinal is one of the most experienced players at Creole Team and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. The third best performed player last round was international forward Jerome Narcisse (193-F-1987) of second-ranked Warriors. Narcisse showcased his all-around game by recording 22 points, thirteen rebounds (!!!) and five assists in the last round. He was a key player of Warriors, leading his team to a 92-65 easy win against the lower-ranked MPS Tronix (#7, 2-3). Warriors started extremely well this year. They recorded 4 victories without losing a single game. Narcisse 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. Narcisse has a great season in Cayman Islands. After only 3 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 26.7ppg (4th best) and rebounds with 10.0rpg (5th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Daniel Stone (F) of Silver Bullets 2 - 20 points and 16 rebounds 5. De'Andre Simpson (C/F) of IRG Astros - 16 points, 19 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Justin Golob (190-F) of Sol Blazers - 26 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Juawon Ebanks (G) of Warriors - 29 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists 8. Curtis Wilson (PF) of Cayman FH - 15 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Daniel Mowatt (F) of MPS Tronix - 21 points and 3 rebounds 10. Shaad O'Garro (199-F-1990) of Sol Blazers - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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You don't have to listen to Mike Taylor for too long before you start to wonder if he's been studying some of the city's other professional sports organizations. The head coach and general manager of the Winnipeg Sea Bears, the upstart basketball team that will compete in its inaugural season in the Canadian Elite Basketball League later this year, has a strikingly familiar outlook on how he wants his team to look on the court, and in the community. 'It's not just a basketball team, it's an entire organization,' Taylor said from Florida on Friday. 'You want to build that connection with the community the organization wants to do everything it can to put players in a position to develop and grow the players on the court and have a great experience off of it.' If that sounds similar to what the Winnipeg Goldeyes or Winnipeg Blue Bombers have done, you'd be right. Both of Winnipeg's long-standing franchises have not only built a culture of winning, but also one that's family-oriented. The Sea Bears want to be successful, and doing that means making the city an attractive option in terms of recruitment and for fans to come and support. 'You want to establish that personal relationship with the players,' Taylor said. 'You want to keep the environment positive to take on the challenges and have that great team chemistry to really overcome some of those tough times or those tough situations.' Taylor's been tasked with a daunting challenge of his own: building a team from the ground up. After announcing the team's first signing earlier this month, Winnipegger and 6-foot-11 centre Chad Posthumus (6'11''-C-1991, college: Morehead St.), the team revealed its second addition on Friday with the signing of 6-foot-6 power forward Shane Osayande (6'7''-F-1993, college: Saskatchewan). The Toronto native spent the past year overseas, plying his trade with Champville in the Lebanese Division A League. Prior to that, he won a CEBL championship in 2019 alongside Posthumus while both were members of the Saskatchewan Rattlers. 'It's always an honour and great privilege to play in the CEBL, let alone for a brand new organization,' Osayande said in a statement from the club. 'I'm excited to see the province of Manitoba, my teammates and coaching staff, and most importantly all the great fans of the Sea Bears.' Osayande is no stranger around these parts, playing college ball at the University of Saskatchewan for three seasons in USports, being named a Canada West First Team All-Star and a USports All-Canadian during his three years in school before turning pro. For Taylor, the signings of Osayande and Posthumus bring not only CEBL experience into the mix but also a championship-winning pedigree. Taylor was an associate coach with the 2022 CEBL Champion Brampton Honey Badgers, who represented Canada at the FIBA Basketball Champions League Americas. It just so happens that both Osayande and Posthumus were on the team. 'Winning a championship takes a lot of different traits - character, unselfishness and toughness,' Taylor said. 'What I like about Shane he's a great guy, a hard worker, he's got versatility and athleticism and I think he compliments Chad really well in the front court.' Taylor hopes the chemistry will bode well for the Sea Bears when the season tips off on May 24, but he's well aware of the challenges expansion teams face. Last season, the Newfoundland Growlers and the Montreal Alliance entered the league and combined for just 10 wins during the league's 20-game schedule. It's not realistic to think the Sea Bears can enter the league and immediately contend for a championship. 'It's fun because you can put your own image and likeness on how you want to set it up,' Taylor said. 'But (looking at Newfoundland and Montreal) it's really a challenge to come out in that first year and win. But that's our goal. We want to come out there and play great basketball and really establish a winning tradition in Winnipeg.' Taylor was in Winnipeg a couple of weeks ago touring the team's facilities and player apartments, a chance to snap some photos to use in the recruitment process. The team is still ironing out its off-court outreach programs in the lead-up to the season, something Taylor said agents have inquired about during recruitment efforts. 'It's a commitment for guys to play in the summer,' Taylor said. 'Some guys have played seasons, others are in different situations. And a lot of guys want to rest or spend time with their families. 'If you're going to make that commitment, you want to be in a situation where people know it's quality. They know you're with good people that are going to look out for you and make a good experience during their stay, a good experience for your career and a good experience as a stepping stone as you continue to develop and grow. 'For me, I'm really excited if these guys say, 'Hey, I want to come back and play in Winnipeg' and if the fans are really connected with the Sea Bears and want to support the team. If we do things the right way, and built it the right way, I think people will really fall in love with it.' Courtesy of: montrealgazette.com |
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| Chinese CBA round 39 best performance: Jared Sullinger (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 30-year old player had a double-double of 21 points and 22 rebounds, while his team beat Jilin NE T. (#10, 19-17) 94-89. Shenzhen L. maintains the 4th position in Chinese CBA. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Shenzhen L. will need more victories to improve their 25-12 record. In the team's last game Sullinger had a remarkable three three-pointers out of 6 attempts. It's his second year at Shenzhen L. and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Former Ohio State University star has very solid stats this year. Sullinger leads league in rebounds with 13.1rpg. Sullinger is in league's top in and averages impressive 54.4% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Canadian Kyle Wiltjer (206-C/F-1992) of Guangsha L.. Wiltjer had a very good evening with a double-double of 27 points and 13 rebounds. It was enough for Guangsha L. to edge the higher-ranked Zhejiang GB. (#1, 30-5) 97-94. Guangsha L.'s 8th position in the standings has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 20-17 record is not bad and everything may still change. Wiltjer is a newcomer at Guangsha L., but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was American guard Eugene German (183-PG-1997) of Qingdao E. (#14). German got into 30-points club by scoring 50 points in the last round. He went also for five rebounds and five assists. Despite German's great performance Qingdao E. lost 83-110 to slightly lower-ranked Beijing RF (#16, 13-22). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Qingdao E. ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 20 games, recording just sixteen victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, German could help Qingdao E. to bring them higher in the standings. German has a great season in China. After 35 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 24.3ppg (6th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Kahlil Felder (175-PG-1995) of Shanxi L. - 28 points, 4 rebounds and 13 assists 5. Ning Zhang (192-SF-1997) of Shanxi L. - 35 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Dominique Jones (193-G-1988) of Jilin NE T. - 32 points, 13 rebounds and 8 assists 7. Antonio Blakeney (193-G-1996) of Jiangsu D. - 38 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists 8. Zhelin Wang (214-C-1994) of Shanghai S. - 24 points, 15 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Jo Lual-Acuil Jr. (213-C-1994) of Nanjing TX MK - 26 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Eric Moreland (208-F/C-1991) of Liaoning FL - 19 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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The teams have now bigger motivation at this stage of Regular Season. Every game can be crucial and decide about teams' position at the end of Regular Season. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Golden Bulls (30-5) in Hangzhou on Saturday night. Visitors were edged by eighth ranked Guangsha Lions (20-17) 97-94. It ended at the same time the ten-game winning streak of Golden Bulls. Guangsha Lions made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Guangsha Lions made 9 blocks. It was a great evening for Canadian power forward Kyle Wiltjer (206-1992, college: Gonzaga) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 27 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists. The former international guard Minghui Sun (187-1996) helped adding 23 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Guangsha Lions' coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was the former international point guard Qian Wu (188-1994) with 19 points and 7 assists. Guangsha Lions have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain eighth place with 20-17 record. Golden Bulls at the other side still keep top position with five games lost. Guangsha Lions are looking forward to face Royal Fighters (#16) in Beijing in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Golden Bulls will play at home against Loongs (#9) and are hoping to win this game. Important game to mention about took place in Beijing. Seventh ranked Ducks (20-15) saved a 3-point derby victory at home edging 11th ranked Flying Tigers (17-12) 100-97 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Flying Tigers. It was an exceptional evening for Israeli-American forward TJ Leaf (208-1997, college: UCLA) who led the winners and scored 23 points and 9 rebounds. Shuo Fang accounted for 11 points and 10 assists. American point guard Chris Clemons (175-1997, college: Campbell) came up with 24 points for Flying Tigers in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Ducks maintains seventh place with 20-15 record. Flying Tigers at the other side keep the eleventh position with 12 games lost. Ducks will play against higher ranked Heroes (#5) in Jinan in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Flying Tigers will play on the road against Jilin Tigers (#10) in Changchun and it may be a tough game between close rivals. An interesting game took place in Sichuan where higher ranked Heroes (22-15) were upset on the court of seventeenth ranked Blue Whales (10-25) 99-93 on Friday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Heroes. The best player for the winners was Jordan Crawford who scored 22 points and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Troy Gillenwater who recorded a double-double by scoring 31 points and 10 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Blue Whales maintains seventeenth place with 10-25 record. Loser Heroes keep the fifth position with 15 games lost. Blue Whales will meet at home higher ranked Sharks (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Heroes will play against Ducks in Beijing and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 39: Guangdong ST destroyed Guangzhou LL on the opponent's court 101-79. Jiangsu D. managed to outperform Tianjin in a home game 104-96. Shenzhen L. managed to beat Jilin NE T. on the road 94-89. Liaoning FL crushed Ningbo R. on its own court 97-71. Fujian S. was beaten by Shanghai S. in a road game 112-98. Beijing RF destroyed Qingdao E. at home 110-83. Shanxi L. managed to outperform Nanjing TX MK on the opponent's court 119-114. Beijing D. - Xinjiang FT 100-97 Important game to mention about took place in Beijing. Seventh ranked Ducks (20-15) saved a 3-point derby victory at home edging 11th ranked Flying Tigers (17-12) 100-97 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Flying Tigers. Ducks players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Flying Tigers' players. It was an exceptional evening for Israeli-American forward TJ Leaf (208-1997, college: UCLA) who led the winners and scored 23 points and 9 rebounds. The former international point guard Shuo Fang (189-1990) accounted for 11 points and 10 assists for the winning side. American point guard Chris Clemons (175-1997, college: Campbell) came up with 24 points and Senegalese center Tacko Fall (231-1995, college: UCF) added 14 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Flying Tigers in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Ducks maintains seventh place with 20-15 record. Flying Tigers at the other side keep the eleventh position with 12 games lost. Ducks will play against higher ranked Heroes (#5) in Jinan in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Flying Tigers will play on the road against Jilin Tigers (#10) in Changchun and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Xinjiang FT: C.Chris 24+3reb+1ast, Q.Lin 15+4reb+2ast, F.Tacko 14+8reb+1ast, A.Abudurexiti 10+10reb, A.Azat 10+4reb+3ast, Z.Xuhang 9+7reb+1ast Beijing D.: L.TJ 23+9reb+3ast, F.Zeng 14+8reb+1ast, J.Taruike 13+3reb, M.Lei 12+4reb+1ast, F.Shuo 11+4reb+10ast, G.Jonathan 10+1reb+4ast Guangzhou LL - Guangdong ST 79-101 Very expected game in Guangzhou where 13th ranked Long-Lions (17-19) were crushed by second ranked Guandong Tigers (28-7) 101-79 on Friday. Guandong Tigers forced 19 Long-Lions turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was American MarShon Brooks (197-1989, college: Providence) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points, 9 rebounds and 12 assists. The former international point guard Mingxuan Hu (191-1998) chipped in 14 points and 6 assists. Five Guandong Tigers players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international Mingzhen Zhu (196-1996) who recorded 22 points and 7 rebounds and American guard Nate Mason (188-1995, college: Minnesota) added 16 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Guandong Tigers maintains second place with 28-7 record having just two points less than leader Zhejiang GB. Loser Long-Lions keep the thirteenth position with 19 games lost. Guandong Tigers will meet at home Jiangsu Dragons (#14) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Long-Lions will play against Monkey Kings in Jiangsu and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Guangzhou LL: Z.Mingzhen 22+7reb+1ast, M.Nate 16+5reb+4ast, C.Ying-Chun 10+2reb+2ast, L.Yanzhe 9+5reb+1ast, J.Boqiao 8+4reb+1ast, B.Jordan 5+3reb+3ast Guangdong ST: B.MarShon 21+9reb+12ast, H.Mingxuan 14+4reb+6ast, X.Jie 14+3reb+4ast, H.Justin 12+5reb, Y.Jianlian 10+5reb, W.Xinkai 9+3reb Jiangsu D. - Tianjin 104-96 Rather predictable result in Nanjing where fifteenth ranked Jiangsu Dragons (16-20) defeated 19th ranked Pioneers (7-29) 104-96 on Friday. Jiangsu Dragons made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 Pioneers turnovers. The best player for the winners was American guard Antonio Blakeney (193-1996, college: LSU) who scored 38 points (!!!) and 5 assists. His fellow American import center Devin Williams (206-1994, college: WVU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Taiwanese guard Benson Lin (193-1999, college: Bryant) who recorded 25 points and 4 assists and American point guard Brandon Jefferson (175-1991, college: MSU Denver) added 14 points, 5 rebounds and 12 assists respectively. Five Pioneers players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Jiangsu Dragons moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with Qingdao E. Pioneers lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the nineteenth position with 29 games lost. Jiangsu Dragons will meet league's second-placed Guandong Tigers in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Pioneers will play against Eagles (#15) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Tianjin: L.Benson 25+4reb+4ast, Z.Zhaoxu 16+6reb+1ast, J.Brandon 14+5reb+12ast, Y.Tian 14+6reb+1ast, S.Deshaui 10+2reb, B.Jiang 6+2reb Jiangsu D.: B.Antonio 38+3reb+5ast, W.Devin 24+11reb+2ast, Z.Zhou 11+2reb+1ast, L.Zhixuan 8+4reb+5ast, Y.Shi 6+2reb+3ast, C.Xiaolong 6+2reb+4ast Jilin NE T. - Shenzhen L. 89-94 Not a big story in a game in Changchun where 9th ranked Jilin Tigers (18-17) were defeated by fourth ranked Aviators (25-11) 94-89 on Friday. Aviators looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Jared Sullinger (206-1992, college: Ohio St.) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points, 22 rebounds and 5 assists. The former international Quan Gu (201-1992) chipped in 22 points and 6 rebounds. Four Aviators players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Dominique Jones (193-1988, college: S.Florida) who recorded a double-double by scoring 32 points, 13 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals and Yuxing Jiang (193-1995) added 20 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Aviators have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 25-11 record. Loser Jilin Tigers dropped to the tenth position with 17 games lost. Aviators will meet higher ranked Flying Leopards (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Jilin Tigers will play against Flying Tigers (#11) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Jilin NE T.: J.Dominique 32+13reb+8ast, J.Yuxing 20+7reb+1ast, C.Jinming 14+3reb+3ast, L.Ang 9+11reb+1ast, J.Weize 9+1ast, Z.Cheng 5+7reb+9ast Shenzhen L.: G.Quan 22+6reb+1ast, S.Jared 21+22reb+5ast, S.Zijie 16+10reb+1ast, B.Haotian 15+4reb+2ast, S.Haoqin 6+1reb+3ast, Z.Peng 5 Liaoning FL - Ningbo R. 97-71 Everything went according to plan in Yingkou where third ranked Flying Leopards (26-8) outscored bottom-ranked Rockets (2-34) 97-71 on Friday. They outrebounded Rockets 48-33 including 40 on the defensive glass. Flying Leopards looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was American power forward Eric Moreland (208-1991, college: Oregon St.) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 13 rebounds. The former international Ailun Guo (189-1993) chipped in 22 points and 8 assists. Four Flying Leopards players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American power forward Dewan Hernandez (211-1997, college: Miami, FL) who recorded a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds and the other American import point guard Brandon Taylor (178-1994, college: Utah, agency: Pensack Sports) added 19 points and 6 assists respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Defending champion maintains third place with 26-8 record having five points less than leader Zhejiang GB. Rockets lost fourteenth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay dead last with 34 lost games. Flying Leopards will meet at home Aviators (#4) in the next round. Rockets will play against Sturgeons (#18) in Jinjiang and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Ningbo R.: T.Brandon 19+1reb+6ast, H.Dewan 14+10reb+2ast, W.Xuan 8+3ast, T.Marko 7+4reb+2ast, N.Hongyu 7+3reb+1ast, Z.Jianshu 5+1ast Liaoning FL: G.Ailun 22+2reb+8ast, M.Eric 19+13reb+3ast, F.Hao 13+4reb+3ast, F.Kyle 11+4reb+2ast, Z.Jiwei 8+2reb+5ast, H.Dejun 8+7reb Shanghai S. - Fujian S. 112-98 There was no surprise in Shanghai where 18th ranked Sturgeons (8-26) were defeated by sixth ranked Sharks (21-15) 112-98 on Friday. Sharks made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Sturgeons turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international center Zhelin Wang (214-1994) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 15 rebounds. American point guard Eric Bledsoe (185-1989, college: Kentucky) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds. Four Sharks players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Bulgarian-American point guard Darius Adams (188-1989, college: Indianapolis) who recorded 34 points (!!!) and 7 assists and Australian-South Sudanese center Thon Maker (216-1997) added 13 points and 20 rebounds respectively. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sharks have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain sixth place with 21-15 record. Sturgeons lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighteenth position with 26 games lost. Sharks will meet Blue Whales (#17) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Sturgeons will play against Rockets and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Fujian S.: A.Darius 34+3reb+7ast, M.Thon 13+20reb+1ast, L.Yiyang 11+4reb+5ast, L.Zeng 9+2reb+2ast, C.Linjian 8+4reb, Z.Xu 6+1reb Shanghai S.: W.Zhelin 24+15reb+3ast, L.Zheng 20+1reb+2ast, B.Eric 18+12reb+2ast, T.Melo 12+7reb+7ast, Y.Pengfei 8+5reb+1ast, L.Hanchen 8+2reb+3ast Sichuan BW - Shandong H. 99-93 An interesting game took place in Sichuan where higher ranked Heroes (22-15) were upset on the court of seventeenth ranked Blue Whales (10-25) 99-93 on Friday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Heroes. Blue Whales made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. Strangely Heroes outrebounded Blue Whales 55-42 including 40 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Jordan Crawford (193-1988, college: Xavier) who scored 22 points and 4 assists. His fellow American import point guard Marlain Veal (175-1996, college: SE Louisiana) chipped in 14 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Troy Gillenwater (205-1988, college: NM State) who recorded a double-double by scoring 31 points and 10 rebounds and the former international point guard Shiyan Gao (186-1996) added 11 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists respectively. Four Blue Whales and five Heroes players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Blue Whales maintains seventeenth place with 10-25 record. Loser Heroes keep the fifth position with 15 games lost. Blue Whales will meet at home higher ranked Sharks (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Heroes will play against Ducks in Beijing and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Shandong H.: G.Troy 31+10reb, M.Ben 12+5reb+2ast, G.Shiyan 11+7reb+8ast, C.Peidong 10+10reb+6ast, T.Hanlin 10+11reb+4ast, L.Sylven 6+1ast Sichuan BW: C.Jordan 22+3reb+4ast, V.Marlain 14+5reb+7ast, Y.Tangwen 13+1reb+7ast, Y.Zhenliang 13+6reb+3ast, Z.Zhennian 9+4reb, H.Xin 9+5reb+1ast Beijing RF - Qingdao E. 110-83 There was a small surprise in Beijing where sixteenth ranked Royal Fighters (13-22) outleveled 14th ranked Eagles (16-20) 110-83 on Saturday. Royal Fighters dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Eagles' 40. They outrebounded Eagles 55-31 including a 35-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Royal Fighters looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Eagles' players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Royal Fighters made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was American guard Bryon Allen (192-1992, college: GMU) who scored 15 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). His fellow American import point guard Trae Golden (189-1991, college: Georgia Tech) chipped in 14 points and 6 assists. Four Royal Fighters players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Eugene German (183-1997, college: NIU) who recorded 50 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 5 assists and Ruize Wang (197-1995) added 8 points and 5 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. Royal Fighters have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain sixteenth place with 13-22 record. Loser Eagles keep the fourteenth position with 20 games lost. They share it with Jiangsu D.. Royal Fighters will meet at home higher ranked Guangsha Lions (#8) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Eagles will play against Pioneers (#19) in Tianjin and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Qingdao E.: G.Eugene 50+5reb+5ast, Y.Jinmeng 8+3reb+1ast, W.Ruize 8+5reb, J.Zhuo 4+3reb+1ast, S.Cao 4+3reb+1ast, G.Binfeng 3 Beijing RF: L.Sanning 18+4reb+1ast, A.Bryon 15+7reb+4ast, Z.Yuchen 14+5reb+3ast, G.Trae 14+4reb+6ast, Z.Fan 13+5reb+2ast, L.Weihao 10+4reb+1ast Nanjing TX MK - Shanxi L. 114-119 Rather expected game in Jiangsu where 12th ranked Monkey Kings (17-18) were defeated by ninth ranked Loongs (19-17) 119-114 on Saturday. Loongs made 20-of-22 free shots (90.9 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists. The best player for the winners was Ning Zhang (192-1997) who had a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds. American point guard Kahlil Felder (175-1995, college: Oakland) chipped in a double-double by scoring 28 points and 13 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard QJ Peterson (183-1994, college: VMI) who recorded a double-double by scoring 26 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists and South Sudanese-Australian center Jo Lual-Acuil Jr (213-1994, college: Baylor) added 26 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Four Loongs and five Monkey Kings players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Loongs maintains ninth place with 19-17 record. Monkey Kings lost third consecutive game. They keep the twelfth position with 18 games lost. Loongs will meet league's leader Golden Bulls in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Monkey Kings will play against Long-Lions (#13) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Nanjing TX MK: L.Jr. Jo 26+9reb+2ast, P.QJ 26+10reb+7ast, Z.Baiqing 16+5reb+2ast, L.Wei 14+3reb+4ast, W.Lanxuan 12+3reb+4ast, W.Tingjia 9+4reb+2ast Shanxi L.: Z.Ning 35+10reb+2ast, F.Kahlil 28+4reb+13ast, G.Zhaobao 19+7reb+4ast, Y.Shuai 17+8reb+3ast, X.Zhijiang 8+3reb+1ast, Z.ChunJun 6+2reb+2ast Guangsha L. - Zhejiang GB. 97-94 The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Golden Bulls (30-5) in Hangzhou on Saturday night. Visitors were edged by eighth ranked Guangsha Lions (20-17) 97-94. It ended at the same time the ten-game winning streak of Golden Bulls. Guangsha Lions made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Guangsha Lions made 9 blocks. It was a great evening for Canadian power forward Kyle Wiltjer (206-1992, college: Gonzaga) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 27 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists. The former international guard Minghui Sun (187-1996) helped adding 23 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Guangsha Lions' coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was the former international point guard Qian Wu (188-1994) with 19 points and 7 assists and American forward Moses Wright (206-1998, college: Georgia Tech) scored 18 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Four Guangsha Lions and five Golden Bulls players scored in double figures. Guangsha Lions have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain eighth place with 20-17 record. Golden Bulls at the other side still keep top position with five games lost. Guangsha Lions are looking forward to face Royal Fighters (#16) in Beijing in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Golden Bulls will play at home against Loongs (#9) and are hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Zhejiang GB.: W.Qian 19+3reb+7ast, W.Moses 18+6reb+4ast, Z.Wang 15+6reb+1ast, G.Jarmar 12+4reb+4ast, W.Yibo 12+3reb+6ast, Y.Harold 6+9reb+2ast Guangsha L.: W.Kyle 27+13reb+6ast, S.Minghui 23+6reb+9ast, H.Jinqiu 21+9reb, Z.Yanhao 14+5reb+2ast, Z.Junlong 6+3reb+2ast, C.Will 4+3reb+2ast |
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KK Alkar Sinj and coach Luka Bujas parted ways one day after a 72-80 home loss against Bosco at the start of the League Play-Out. Luka Bujas took over last summer and started the Premijer HT League with a 3-1 record, but KK Alkar Sinj now with a 6-17 record shares last place with Skrljevo, Gorica and Zabok. KK Alkar Sinj has promoted assistant coaches Zdravko Vuckovic and Luka Zitko to the role of interim coaches. KK Alkar Sinj also parted ways with Sime Lisica (190-G-1998). He averaged 9.7 points (2P 40%, 3P 28%, FT 77%), 4.6 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.3 steals over 30.4 minutes in 23 Premijer HT liga games this season. |
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Brno - Decin 74:87 Decin celebrated Cup title in Prague as they defeated Brno 87-74. Decin grabbed a 23-18 lead at the start and added a massive 22-9 in the second period. Brno replied with a 23-17 rally in the third quarter, however could match the opponents. Decin closed the campaign with a narrow 25-24 run to seal the trophy. Matej Svoboda (200-F-1996, college: Dayton) top-scored for the winners with 27 points, Ty Nichols (190-G-1996, college: Keene St., agency: Diamond Sports) netted 18 and Tomas Pomikalek (200-F-1989) scored 12. Randy Culpepper (183-PG-1989, college: UTEP, agency: Octagon Europe) answered with 23 points, Kameron Chatman (206-G/F-1996, college: Detroit) followed him with 17 and Richard Balint (192-PG-1996) notched 11. |
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He had a double-double of 23 points and 11 rebounds, while his team edged out Svendborg (#5, 12-11) 89-87. It allowed Randers to consolidate first place in the Danish league. Randers have a solid 20-4 record. In the team's last game Fortune had a remarkable 90.9% from 2-point range. He turned to be Randers' top player in his first season with the team. University of Colorado graduate has very impressive stats this year. Fortune is in league's top in points (5th best: 20.0ppg), rebounds (5th best: 7.9rpg) and averages solid 2.1spg,58.1% FGP and 40.4% from behind 3-point line. Worth to mention Fortune played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped him get the job in pro basketball. Second best performed player last round was Bakary Camara (201-G/F-1998). He is American-Mali swingman in his first season at Randers. In the last game Camara recorded impressive 29 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. It was enough for Randers to edge Svendborg (12-11) by 2 points 89-87. The Second Stage is still at the very beginning and this victory may help a lot. Let's wait for the next round. Camara is a newcomer at Randers and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to forward Marqus Marion (204-F-2004) of Herlev (#6). Marion showcased his all-around game by recording 17 points, fifteen rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. Despite Marion's great performance Herlev lost 83-90 to Horsens IC (#4, 16-7). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Herlev ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 14 games, recording just eleven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Marion could help Herlev to bring them higher in the standings. Marion has a very solid season. In 23 games in Denmark he scored 15.4ppg. He also has 7.0rpg and FGP: 59.3%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Leonardo Carlino (198-F-2000) of Horsens IC - 24 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Rodney Chatman (189-G-1998) of Naestved - 31 points and 3 assists 6. Kentwan Smith (203-F-1991) of Svendborg - 21 points and 10 rebounds 7. Keane Thomann (211-C-1989) of BAC - 25 points and 9 rebounds 8. Darko Jukic (199-F-1990) of Bakken - 17 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists 9. Gustav Winther (207-PF-2004) of Holbaek - 25 points and 5 rebounds 10. Tomas Bjarkason (204-F-1999) of Amager - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Fifth-ranked Svendborg (12-11) was very close to win a game against Randers (20-4) on Thursday. Randers managed to secure only two-point victory 89-87. However their fans expected much easier game. Randers looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a good game for American-Mali swingman Bakary Camara (201-1998, college: Bridgeport) who led his team to a victory with 29 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. American guard Josh Fortune (196-1994, college: Colorado) contributed with 23 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Bahamas forward Kentwan Smith (203-1991, college: Stetson) answered with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds for Svendborg. Randers are looking forward to face Horsens IC (#4) on the road in the next round. Svendborg will play against Naestved and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win. An interesting game for Naestved (18-5) which hosted in Naestved Bakken (18-5). Naestved managed to get a 6-point victory 90-84. It was a great evening for American guard Rodney Chatman (189-1998, college: Vanderbilt) who led his team to a victory scoring 31 points (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field). Zack Rollins helped adding 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. The best for the losing side was international forward Darko Jukic (199-1990) with 17 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. Naestved will play against Svendborg (#5) on the road in the next round. Bakken will play against Herlev and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game in Herlev was also quite interesting. Horsens IC (16-7) played at the court of Herlev (11-13). Horsens IC managed to secure a 7-point victory 90-83 on Wednesday. It was an exceptional evening for Leonardo Carlino who led the winners and scored 24 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 blocks. Marqus Marion came up with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists for Herlev in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Horsens IC will meet at home Randers in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Herlev will play against Bakken (#3) in Aarhus and hope to secure a win. In the last two games of round 3 bottom-ranked Holbaek was smashed by BAC on the road 96-63. Amager won against Holbaek on its own court 82-78. The most impressive performance of 3rd round was 19 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks by Tomas Bjarkason of Amager. Naestved - Bakken 90-84 An interesting game for Naestved (18-5) which hosted in Naestved Bakken (18-5). Naestved managed to get a 6-point victory 90-84. Naestved made 20-of-25 charity shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. It was a great evening for American guard Rodney Chatman (189-1998, college: Vanderbilt) who led his team to a victory scoring 31 points (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field). His fellow American import swingman Zack Rollins (201-1995, college: MSUB) helped adding 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. The best for the losing side was international forward Darko Jukic (199-1990) with 17 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists and American forward Elijah Childs (202-1999, college: Bradley) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Naestved will play against Svendborg (#5) on the road in the next round. Bakken will play against Herlev and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Naestved: R.Chatman 31+1reb+3ast, M.McGuirl 16+3reb+2ast, Z.Rollins 15+6reb+5ast, J.Lull 10+10reb, J.Mosely 9+4reb+1ast, I.DuBose 4+8reb+7ast Bakken: D.Jukic 17+9reb+8ast, E.Childs 16+11reb+1ast, K.Gustav 15+7reb+2ast, R.Evans 11+6reb+3ast, C.Noah 10, S.Bowlin 8+2reb+2ast BAC - Holbaek 96-63 No shocking result in a game when BAC (8-15) crushed Holbaek (2-22) in Aarhus 96-63 on Wednesday. BAC dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Holbaek's 28. They outrebounded Holbaek 47-27 including a 33-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. BAC looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. It was an exceptional evening for American center Keane Thomann (211-1989, college: MSSU) who led the winners and scored 25 points and 9 rebounds. Magnus Madsen (200-2003) accounted for 13 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists for the winning side. Four BAC players scored in double figures. BAC's coach Thomas Hemmingsen felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Gustav Winther (207-2004) came up with 25 points and 5 rebounds and forward Rasmus Moller (202-2002) added 10 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Holbaek in the defeat. BAC will meet at home Copenhagen (#7) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Holbaek will have a break next round. Top scorers: BAC: K.Thomann 25+9reb+1ast, A.Filip 15+2reb+3ast, M.Magnus 13+5reb+8ast, V.Marcus 12+8reb+3ast, M.Tobias 8+4reb+6ast, H.Tobias 7+4reb+2ast Holbaek: W.Gustav 25+5reb, D.Magnus 11+3reb, M.Rasmus 10+7reb+1ast, L.Marius 7+3reb+2ast, L.Pablo 4+2reb+5ast, J.Eleraky 3+2reb+1ast Herlev - Horsens IC 83-90 The game in Herlev was also quite interesting. Horsens IC (16-7) played at the court of Herlev (11-13). Horsens IC managed to secure a 7-point victory 90-83 on Wednesday. Horsens IC made 22-of-24 free shots (91.7 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was an exceptional evening for the former international forward Leonardo Carlino (198-2000) who led the winners and scored 24 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 blocks. American point guard Chris Lykes (170-1998, college: Arkansas) accounted for 17 points for the winning side. The former international forward Marqus Marion (204-2004) came up with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international point guard August Haas (187-1997, college: St.Edward's) added 17 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists respectively for Herlev in the defeat. 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. Horsens IC will meet at home Randers in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Herlev will play against Bakken (#3) in Aarhus and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Horsens IC: L.Carlino 24+7reb+5ast, C.Lykes 17+3ast, K.Bar 11+7reb+1ast, L.Sorensen 11+5reb+3ast, C.Keeling 9+4reb, L.Lucinskas 8+2reb+2ast Herlev: A.Mortensen 19+3reb+3ast, E.Joyce 19+2reb+1ast, M.Marqus 17+15reb+4ast, A.Haas 17+6reb+9ast, M.Nedic 6+3reb+8ast, D.Marsenic 3+3reb+3ast Randers - Svendborg 89-87 Fifth-ranked Svendborg (12-11) was very close to win a game against Randers (20-4) on Thursday. Randers managed to secure only two-point victory 89-87. However their fans expected much easier game. Randers looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a good game for American-Mali swingman Bakary Camara (201-1998, college: Bridgeport) who led his team to a victory with 29 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. American guard Josh Fortune (196-1994, college: Colorado) contributed with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Fortune is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Bahamas forward Kentwan Smith (203-1991, college: Stetson) answered with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds and American forward Brantley Bynum (196-1994, college: SF State) added 12 points and 11 rebounds in the effort for Svendborg. Five Svendborg players scored in double figures. Randers are looking forward to face Horsens IC (#4) on the road in the next round. Svendborg will play against Naestved and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win. Top scorers: Randers: B.Camara 29+9reb+4ast, J.Fortune 23+11reb+7ast, N.Scott 13+3reb, K.Jonathan 8+1reb+3ast, B.Norfleet 6+5reb+6ast, M.Beyers 5+1reb Svendborg: K.Smith 21+10reb+1ast, D.Whitfield 20+2reb+1ast, B.Bynum 12+11reb+1ast, M.Jermaine 10+1reb+8ast, T.Arikawe 10+5reb+1ast, O.Shiddo 6+1reb+4ast Amager - Holbaek 82-78 The game between closely ranked teams ended with Holbaek's (2-22) road loss to Amager (5-18) in Kastrup 78-82 on Saturday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Amager made 7 blocks. It was an exceptional evening for forward Tomas Bjarkason (204-1999, college: Lewis) who led the winners and scored 19 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks. American guard Mitch Pelissier (190-1997, college: Concordia, IL) accounted for 14 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side. Pelissier is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Forward Rasmus Moller (202-2002) came up with 17 points and 7 rebounds and Spanish point guard Pablo Lopez (182-2001) added 15 points and 6 assists respectively for Holbaek in the defeat. Five Amager and four Holbaek players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Amager: T.Bjarkason 19+7reb+4ast, O.Quackenbush 15+4reb+4ast, M.Pelissier 14+8reb+2ast, A.Meilby 13+4reb, J.Johnson 12+3reb+4ast, J.Naughton 4+3reb+1ast Holbaek: M.Rasmus 17+7reb+2ast, L.Pablo 15+1reb+6ast, W.Gustav 13+7reb, D.Magnus 12+4reb+3ast, S.Jack 10, J.Eleraky 4+8reb |
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| Musa's 27 points give him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 27 points adding five rebounds and three assists for Real Madrid in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Milano (#13, 12-16) 91-87. Real Madrid maintains the 2nd position in Euroleague . They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Real Madrid will need more victories to improve their 20-9 record. Musa turned to be Real Madrid's top player in his first season with the team. Dzanan Musa averages this season 15.5ppg. Second best performed player last round was Aleksandar Vezenkov (206-F-1995) of top-ranked Olympiacos. He is Cypriot-Bulgarian forward in his 5th season at Olympiacos. In the last game Vezenkov recorded impressive 25 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists. It was enough for Olympiacos to edge the lower-ranked Zalgiris (#9, 15-14) by 2 points 74-72. Of course Olympiacos still keep the league's top spot. His team has currently 21-8 record. Vezenkov is one of the most experienced players at Olympiacos and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 18.2ppg (#1). He also registered 7.2 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to guard Wade Baldwin IV (193-PG-1996) of M.Tel-Aviv (#6). Baldwin IV showcased his all-around game by recording 24 points, seven rebounds and eight assists in the last round. He was a key player of M.Tel-Aviv, leading his team to a 93-79 easy win against slightly lower-ranked Baskonia (#8, 15-14). M.Tel-Aviv needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 16 victories and 13 lost games. Baldwin IV has a great season in Euroleague. After 24 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.1ppg (4th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Youssoupha Fall (221-C-1995) of ASVEL - 13 points and 12 rebounds 5. Elie Okobo (191-G-1997) of Monaco - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Shaquielle McKissic (196-SF-1990) of Olympiacos - 18 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Josh Nebo (206-F/C-1997) of M.Tel-Aviv - 15 points and 14 rebounds 8. Shabazz Napier (185-PG-1991) of Milano - 17 points, 2 rebounds and 8 assists 9. Nikola Mirotic (208-PF-1991) of Barca - 21 points and 5 rebounds 10. Facundo Campazzo (180-PG-1991) of Crvena Zvezda - 24 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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| EYBL U16 round 19 best performance: Karlis Simanis - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Karlis Simanis (2007) had a great game in the last round for Liepaja, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 19. The 15-year old player had a double-double of 35 points and 12 rebounds, while his team beat Rakvere (#35, 4-6) 59-53. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Thanks to this victory Liepaja moved-up to the 25th position in EYBL U16. Liepaja is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 5-5 record. In the team's last game Simanis had a remarkable 58.3% from 2-point range and got four three-pointers out of 8 attempts. It's his second year at Liepaja and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Karlis Simanis averages this season 17.9ppg and 8.0rpg. The second best player in last round's games was young Reinis Hartmanis (186-G-2007) of Saldus. Hartmanis had a very good evening with 24 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Of course Saldus cruised to a 79-67 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Baltic Stars (#9, 8-2). This victory allowed Saldus to move up to 5th position in the standings. He plays for the best team in the league and Saldus managed to win all 10 games keeping a perfect record. Hartmanis is a newcomer at Saldus, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was forward Dawid Cichocki (198-F-2007) of North Atlantic (#32). Cichocki scored 19 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of North Atlantic, leading his team to a 66-52 easy win against the lower-ranked Rakvere (#35, 4-6). The chances of North Atlantic ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 5 games, recording just four victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Cichocki could help North Atlantic to bring them higher in the standings. Cichocki has a very solid season. In 7 games in EYBL U16 he scored 9.7ppg. He also has 6.3rpg and 1.4bpg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Matiss Ogle) of North Atlantic - 17 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Davis Smiltnieks) of Saldus - 24 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Tom Arro (180-PG-2006) of Keila - 22 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Emilis Zibuda) of Baltic Stars - 25 points and 6 rebounds 8. Artur Kriukov) of Ogre - 15 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Grantas Piekus) of North Atlantic - 19 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Nojus Zajankauskas) of Baltic Stars - 20 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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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most interesting game of round 20 was a derby match between two teams from Latvia. 47th ranked Ogre outleveled visiting Liepaja (5-5) 58-38. The game without a history. Ogre led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Liepaja to just 3 points in second quarter and to 12 points in first half. Ogre dominated down low during the game scoring 38 of its points in the paint compared to Liepaja's 16. Ogre forced 23 Liepaja turnovers. The best player for the winners was Kristians Porietis who scored 12 points and 8 rebounds. Ralfs Ziemelis chipped in 13 points. Karlis Roga produced 12 points and 6 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ogre (4-6) moved-up to 32th place, which they share with 3 other teams. Liepaja lost third consecutive game. They keep the twenty fourth position with five games lost. They share it with Keila. One of the most interesting games of round 20 was a derby match between two teams from Latvia. The game took place in Riga where top-ranked Saldus won against host Basketbola klase (7-3) 59-52. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Basketbola klase. Davis Smiltnieks orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points. Reinis Hartmanis contributed with 10 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Einars Grasmanis replied with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 15 rebounds for Basketbola klase. Undefeated Saldus (10-0) have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Basketbola klase at the other side dropped to the twelfth position with three games lost. We should mention about the upset which took place in Dublin, where higher ranked Estonian Keila (5-5) lost to 32th ranked Irish North Atlantic (4-6) in a road game 54-60 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of Dawid Cichocki who helped to win the game recording 17 points and 6 rebounds. North Atlantic's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Tom Arro responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. North Atlantic maintains 32th position with 4-6 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Keila lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the twenty fourth place with five games lost. They share the position with Liepaja. Rest of the games of round 20 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: North Atlantic lost to undefeated Saldus in a road game 62-82. Keila was smashed by Basketbola klase at home 44-63. Baltic Stars destroyed Liepaja on the opponent's court 66-46. Rakvere was outscored by Ogre in a home game 44-67. Rakvere was rolled over Baltic Stars on the road 83-53. North Atlantic was defeated by Basketbola klase on its own court 40-54. The best stats of 20th round was 14 points by Vilis Tillers of Basketbola klase. Saldus - North Atlantic 82-62 There was no surprise when 32th ranked Irish North Atlantic (4-6) was crushed on the road by top-ranked Latvian Saldus (10-0) 82-62 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Saldus. North Atlantic managed to win third quarter 23-19. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Saldus forced 20 North Atlantic turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Davis Smiltnieks who helped to win the game recording 19 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and guard Reinis Hartmanis (186-2007) who added 16 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Four Saldus players scored in double figures. Forward Dawid Cichocki (198-2007) responded with 20 points and 8 rebounds and Darragh Russell scored 17 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Saldus have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Loser North Atlantic keeps the 32th position with six games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Top scorers: North Atlantic: C.Dawid 20+8reb+1ast, R.Darragh 17+5reb, L.Aleksander 11+7reb+1ast, O.Matiss 9+9reb+1ast, B.Alsaney 3+3reb+2ast, P.Grantas 2+2reb+4ast Saldus: S.Davis 19+7reb+5ast, H.Reinis 16+5reb+3ast, B.Markuss 11+3reb+3ast, S.Linards 10+7reb+7ast, C.Reinis 9+2reb+1ast, D.Patriks 9+2reb Keila - Basketbola klase 44-63 No shocking result in a game when seventeenth ranked Latvian Basketbola klase (7-3) smashed on the road 23th ranked Estonian Keila (5-5) 63-44 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Basketbola klase. Keila managed to win fourth quarter 17-14. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Vilis Tillers who helped to win the game recording 8 points and 9 rebounds and Markuss Biguzis who added 13 points during the contest. Point guard Tom Arro (180-2006) responded with 17 points and 4 assists and point guard Enrico Peterson (175-2007) scored 15 points. Keila's coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Basketbola klase have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to twelfth place. Keila lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the twenty fourth position with five games lost. They share it with Liepaja. Top scorers: Keila: A.Tom 17+3reb+4ast, P.Enrico 15+3reb, A.Markus 3+4reb, K.Oliver 3+4reb, P.Robert 2+4reb, M.Marten 2+4reb+1ast Basketbola klase: B.Markuss 13+3reb+1ast, R.Emils 12+3reb+1ast, P.Markuss 10+5reb+1ast, G.Einars 9+1reb+1ast, T.Vilis 8+9reb+1ast, J.Rodrigo 6+2reb Liepaja - Baltic Stars 46-66 Very expected game when 24th ranked Latvian Liepaja (5-5) was rolled over at home by fourteenth ranked British Baltic Stars (8-2) 66-46 on Saturday. The game without a history. Baltic Stars led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Liepaja to just 7 points in fourth quarter. Baltic Stars forced 21 Liepaja turnovers. Strangely Liepaja outrebounded Baltic Stars 41-27 including 18 on the offensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of Nojus Zajankauskas who helped to win the game recording 14 points and 5 rebounds and Augustas Keturakis who added 14 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Karlis Simanis (-2007) responded with 14 points and 7 rebounds and Karlis Liepa scored 9 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Baltic Stars have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to ninth place. Liepaja lost third consecutive game. They keep the twenty fourth position with five games lost. They share it with Keila. Top scorers: Liepaja: S.Karlis 14+7reb+1ast, L.Karlis 9+8reb+1ast, V.Emils 6+3reb, R.Karlis 6+7reb+2ast, K.Kristers 3, M.Martins 3+1reb Baltic Stars: Z.Emilis 15+4reb, Z.Nojus 14+5reb+3ast, K.Augustas 14+5reb+2ast, V.Oskaras 8, O.Asa 7+1reb, H.Gilbert 4+1reb Rakvere - Ogre 44-67 There was a surprise result when 47th ranked Latvian Ogre (4-6) outscored on the road higher ranked Estonian Rakvere (4-6) 67-44 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Ogre. Rakvere managed to win third quarter 11-10. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Rakvere 38-25 including 24 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of Kristians Porietis who helped to win the game recording 17 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) and Ralfs Ziemelis who added 15 points during the contest. Oskar Vainult (-2008) responded with 18 points and Rasmus Laigu scored 8 points and 6 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Ogre moved-up to 32th place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Rakvere. Rakvere lost sixth consecutive game. Top scorers: Rakvere: V.Oskar 18+2reb, L.Rasmus 8+6reb+1ast, L.Karl 7+1reb, U.Mathias 4, P.Marten 3+1reb+2ast, L.Aron 2+2reb Ogre: P.Kristians 17+7reb+3ast, Z.Ralfs 15+4reb+1ast, A.Kristaps 12+5reb+2ast, A.Reinis 8+3reb, E.Martins 7+4reb, K.Artur 3+2reb North Atlantic - Keila 60-54 We should mention about the upset which took place in Dublin, where higher ranked Estonian Keila (5-5) lost to 32th ranked Irish North Atlantic (4-6) in a road game 54-60 on Saturday. The hosts trailed by 5 points after three quarters before their 20-9 charge, which allowed them to win the game. North Atlantic dominated on the defensive end, holding Keila to just 6 points in third quarter. North Atlantic had a 29-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Dawid Cichocki (198-2007) who helped to win the game recording 17 points and 6 rebounds and Aleksander Linder who added 13 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. North Atlantic's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Point guard Tom Arro (180-2006) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds and point guard Enrico Peterson (175-2007) scored 10 points and 4 assists. North Atlantic maintains 32th position with 4-6 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Keila lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the twenty fourth place with five games lost. They share the position with Liepaja. Top scorers: Keila: A.Tom 14+10reb+3ast, P.Enrico 10+2reb+4ast, A.Markus 7+3reb+1ast, A.Henri 7+9reb, K.Oliver 6+6reb+2ast, M.Marten 4+4reb North Atlantic: C.Dawid 17+6reb+2ast, O.Matiss 14+3ast, L.Aleksander 13+7reb+3ast, O.Cristi 7+14reb+1ast, R.Darragh 4+1reb, C.Teo 3+3reb Baltic Stars - Rakvere 83-53 Not a big story in a game in London where 31th ranked Estonian Rakvere (4-6) was outplayed by fourteenth ranked British Baltic Stars (8-2) 83-53 on Saturday. The game without a history. Baltic Stars led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Rakvere to just 3 points in first quarter. They outrebounded Rakvere 38-23 including a 29-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Baltic Stars especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 56.3 percentage. Worth to mention a great performance of Emilis Zibuda who helped to win the game recording 12 points and 7 rebounds and Oskaras Visockas who added 8 points during the contest. Baltic Stars' coach felt very confident that he used 11 players saving starting five for next games. Mihkel Liiv responded with 12 points and Marten Pere scored 11 points and 6 rebounds. Baltic Stars have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to ninth place. Rakvere lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the 32th position with six games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Top scorers: Rakvere: L.Mihkel 12+4reb+2ast, P.Marten 11+6reb, V.Oskar 8+2reb, U.Mathias 8+1reb, L.Karl 6+2reb, K.Lukas 4+3reb Baltic Stars: Z.Emilis 12+7reb+2ast, Z.Nojus 12+2reb+1ast, K.Augustas 10+1reb+2ast, D.Rejus 8+3reb+2ast, O.Asa 8+3reb+1ast, V.Oskaras 8+4reb+3ast Ogre - Liepaja 58-38 The most interesting game of round 20 was a derby match between two teams from Latvia. 47th ranked Ogre outleveled visiting Liepaja (5-5) 58-38. The game without a history. Ogre led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Liepaja to just 3 points in second quarter and to 12 points in first half. Ogre dominated down low during the game scoring 38 of its points in the paint compared to Liepaja's 16. Ogre forced 23 Liepaja turnovers. The best player for the winners was Kristians Porietis who scored 12 points and 8 rebounds. Ralfs Ziemelis chipped in 13 points. Karlis Roga produced 12 points and 6 rebounds and Emils Verselis added 12 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ogre (4-6) moved-up to 32th place, which they share with 3 other teams. Liepaja lost third consecutive game. They keep the twenty fourth position with five games lost. They share it with Keila. Top scorers: Liepaja: V.Emils 12+6reb+1ast, R.Karlis 12+6reb+1ast, L.Karlis 4+2reb+2ast, B.Niks 4+11reb, B.Girts 3+4ast, F.Matiss 2+2reb Ogre: Z.Ralfs 13+2reb, P.Kristians 12+8reb+2ast, A.Kristaps 10+2reb, E.Martins 6+3reb+1ast, P.Valters 5+3reb+1ast, A.Reinis 5+1reb Basketbola klase - Saldus 52-59 One of the most interesting games of round 20 was a derby match between two teams from Latvia. The game took place in Riga where top-ranked Saldus won against host Basketbola klase (7-3) 59-52. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Basketbola klase. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Basketbola klase won fourth quarter 16-13. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Saldus forced 23 Basketbola klase turnovers. Strangely Basketbola klase outrebounded Saldus 54-23 including a 22-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Davis Smiltnieks orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points. Guard Reinis Hartmanis (186-2007) contributed with 10 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Einars Grasmanis replied with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 15 rebounds and Emils Rullis added 11 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Basketbola klase. Saldus (10-0) have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Basketbola klase at the other side dropped to the twelfth position with three games lost. Top scorers: Basketbola klase: G.Einars 11+15reb+1ast, R.Emils 11+8reb+3ast, T.Vilis 6+4reb+1ast, L.Haralds 6+7reb+1ast, P.Markuss 5+10reb, V.Adrians 5+4reb Saldus: S.Davis 23+4reb+1ast, D.Patriks 11, H.Reinis 10+5reb+6ast, S.Linards 6+4reb, C.Reinis 5+3reb+1ast, B.Markuss 4+4reb+2ast North Atlantic - Basketbola klase 40-54 Everything went according to plan in Dublin where seventeenth ranked Latvian Basketbola klase (7-3) won against 32th ranked Irish North Atlantic (4-6) 54-40 on Sunday. Basketbola klase dominated on the defensive end, holding North Atlantic to just 4 points in second quarter. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Vilis Tillers who helped to win the game recording 14 points and Markuss Pilscikovs who added 9 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Matiss Ogle responded with 11 points and 4 assists and forward Dawid Cichocki (198-2007) scored 11 points and 5 rebounds. Basketbola klase have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to twelfth place. Loser North Atlantic keeps the 32th position with six games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Top scorers: North Atlantic: O.Matiss 11+4reb+4ast, C.Dawid 11+5reb, R.Darragh 6+2reb, L.Aleksander 4+6reb, P.Grantas 3+2reb, C.Teo 2+3reb Basketbola klase: T.Vilis 14+3reb, P.Markuss 9+5reb+1ast, R.Emils 9+2reb+2ast, V.Adrians 9+3reb+1ast, G.Einars 5+6reb+1ast, L.Haralds 4+4reb+1ast |
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| Stats Leaders - Korisliiga |
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| Korisliiga Round 9 of Second Stage - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Sixth defeat of league's leader Kauhajoki (25-6) against third ranked Vilpas (16-15) 93-77 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Kauhajoki. The game without a history. Vilpas led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They shot 60.3 percent from the field. Vilpas looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American players dominated the game. It was a good game for guard Remy Abell (193-1992, college: Xavier) who led his team to a victory with 19 points. Guard Quentin Goodin (193-1997, college: Xavier, agency: Diamond Sports) contributed with 14 points and 6 assists for the winners. Forward Jeffrey Crockett (201-1991, college: Texas Tech) answered with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds for Kauhajoki. Vilpas maintains third place with 16-15 record having nine points less than leader Nokia. Defending champion Kauhajoki still keeps top position with six games lost. They were joined at the leadership position by Nokia who have the same record. Kauhajoki will play next round against league's leader Seagulls trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Vilpas will try to continue on its current victory against fourth ranked Kataja in Joensuu. The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Seagulls as it allowed them to take a leadership position after previous leader's (Kauhajoki) loss. Seagulls defeated 4th placed Kotka in Helsinki 92-80. American players dominated also this game. Swingman Rene Rougeau (198-1986, college: UNLV, agency: Blacktop Management) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 blocks for the winners and Jeffrey Carroll chipped in 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Seagulls' coach Jussi Laakso allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was guard Brandon Tabb (193-1995, college: BCU) with 22 points. Seagulls (25-6) have an impressive series of ten victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Kauhajoki. Kotka at the other side dropped to the fifth place with 17 games lost. They share the position with Kouvot and Pyrinto. Kotka will play next round against Kouvot trying to get back on the winning streak. Seagulls will try to continue on its current victory against second ranked Kauhajoki on the road. An interesting game was also a 24-point tough home defeat of 6th ranked Kouvot in a game in Kouvola versus Kataja (#5) 102-78. Tuomas Hirvonen nailed 31 points and 6 assists for the winning side. Kataja's coach Petri Virtanen felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. John Meeks came up with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds for Kouvot in the defeat. Kataja (15-16) moved-up to fourth place. Kouvot lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the fifth position with 17 games lost. They share it with Kotka and Pyrinto. Kataja will meet at home higher ranked Vilpas (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kouvot will play against Kotka and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no big surprises in other games of round 9: Kobrat was beaten by Honka on the road 79-78. Nokia won against Lahti on its own court 103-95. Pyrinto unfortunately lost to Korihait in Uusikaupunki 86-91. Seagulls - Kotka 92-80 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Seagulls as it allowed them to take a leadership position after previous leader's (Kauhajoki) loss. Seagulls defeated 4th placed Kotka in Helsinki 92-80. The game was mostly controlled by Seagulls. Kotka was better in third quarter 23-18. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Seagulls brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. Kotka was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. American players dominated also this game. Swingman Rene Rougeau (198-1986, college: UNLV, agency: Blacktop Management) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 blocks for the winners and swingman Jeffrey Carroll (198-1994, college: OK State) chipped in 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Seagulls players scored in double figures. Seagulls' coach Jussi Laakso allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was guard Brandon Tabb (193-1995, college: BCU) with 22 points and point guard Brandon Sly (180-1996, college: ASU) scored 9 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Seagulls (25-6) have an impressive series of ten victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Kauhajoki. Kotka at the other side dropped to the fifth place with 17 games lost. They share the position with Kouvot and Pyrinto. Kotka will play next round against Kouvot trying to get back on the winning streak. Seagulls will try to continue on its current victory against second ranked Kauhajoki on the road. Top scorers: Seagulls: R.Rougeau 22+10reb+7ast, J.Carroll 14+5reb+4ast, T.Heinonen 12+4reb+1ast, O.Jarvi 11+5reb+3ast, L.Nikkarinen 10+5reb+1ast, R.Hall III 7+3reb+3ast Kotka: B.Tabb 22+2reb+1ast, J.Giles 11+4reb+1ast, R.Brown 10+6reb+3ast, J.Henttonen 9+9reb, B.Sly 9+5reb+6ast, T.Kuukkanen 9+4reb Kouvot - Kataja 78-102 An interesting game was also a 24-point tough home defeat of 6th ranked Kouvot in a game in Kouvola versus Kataja (#5) 102-78. The game was mostly controlled by Kataja. Kouvot managed to win third quarter 21-18. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Kouvot's players. The former international point guard Tuomas Hirvonen (181-1996) nailed 31 points and 6 assists for the winning side and American forward Galin Smith (206-1998, college: Maryland) accounted for 23 points, 12 rebounds and 4 blocks (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field). Kataja's coach Petri Virtanen felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward John Meeks (198-1999, college: Charleston) came up with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and the other American import guard Austin Butler (196, college: Charlotte) added 19 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Kouvot in the defeat. Four Kouvot players scored in double figures. Kataja (15-16) moved-up to fourth place. Kouvot lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the fifth position with 17 games lost. They share it with Kotka and Pyrinto. Kataja will meet at home higher ranked Vilpas (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kouvot will play against Kotka and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Kataja: T.Hirvonen 31+2reb+6ast, G.Smith 23+12reb+2ast, T.Lommi 12+2reb+1ast, R.Hollis-Jefferson 9+8reb+8ast, A.Egekeze 8+5reb+1ast, L.Sebastian 7+3ast Kouvot: J.Meeks 20+10reb+2ast, A.Butler 19+5reb+3ast, D.Taylor 17+1reb, Q.Jackson 11+5reb+1ast, M.Joel 7+5reb+2ast, J.Airenne 2+2reb+1ast Honka - Kobrat 79-78 There was a small surprise when twelfth ranked Honka (8-23) edged 10th ranked Kobrat (13-18) in Espoo 79-78 on Friday. The hosts trailed by 3 points after three quarters before their 21-17 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Honka outrebounded Kobrat 43-29 including a 16-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. American forward Jahlil Tripp (196-1997, college: Pacific, agency: Green Sports Management) nailed 16 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists for the winning side and Canadian forward Emanual Shepherd (203-1995, college: Southern) accounted for 19 points and 10 rebounds. American point guard David Nichols (183-1996, college: FSU) came up with 33 points (!!!) and 4 assists and the former international point guard Antto Nikkarinen (185-1991, agency: Blacktop Management) added 5 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for Kobrat in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Newly promoted Honka maintains twelfth place with 8-23 record. Kobrat lost their fifth game in a row. They dropped to the ninth position with 18 games lost. They share it with Lahti. Honka will meet higher ranked Pyrinto (#8) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kobrat will play against Nokia and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Honka: E.Shepherd 19+10reb+1ast, J.Tripp 16+6reb+9ast, T.Kotti 11+8reb+2ast, M.Valtteri 8+4reb+3ast, C.Lindbom 7+4reb+1ast, K.Riku 6+2ast Kobrat: D.Nichols 33+1reb+4ast, C.Chukwuma 9+3reb+1ast, J.Ogunyemi 8+5reb, J.Lehtoranta 7+4reb+1ast, A.Nikkarinen 5+5reb+6ast, J.Kilpinen 4+4reb Nokia - Lahti 103-95 Rather expected game when 9th ranked Lahti (13-18) lost on the road to seventh ranked Nokia (18-13) 103-95 on Friday. Lahti trailed by 12 points after 3 quarters before a 27-23 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 95-103 at the end of the game. American point guard Perrion Callandret (188-1995, college: Idaho) nailed 27 points for the winning side and the former international point guard Antero Lehto (185-1984) accounted for 21 points and 5 assists (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). American forward Chris Clarke (196-1996, college: Texas Tech) came up with a triple-double by scoring 20 points, 11 rebounds and 12 assists and the other American import forward Karl Gamble (206-1996, college: MTSU, agency: Players Group) added 18 points and 14 rebounds respectively for Lahti in the defeat. Five Nokia and four Lahti players scored in double figures. Lahti's coach Tom Cooman rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Nokia. They maintain seventh place with 18-13 record. Loser Lahti keeps the ninth position with 18 games lost. They share it with Kobrat. Nokia will meet Kobrat (#10) in the next round. Lahti will play against Korihait and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Nokia: P.Callandret 27+4reb+2ast, J.Stove 21+5reb+2ast, A.Lehto 21+2reb+5ast, A.Herndon 13+12reb+2ast, M.Benlevi 10+7reb+4ast, B.Hugo 7+3reb+1ast Lahti: M.Ertel II 21+5reb+2ast, S.Haney 20+2reb+2ast, C.Clarke 20+11reb+12ast, K.Gamble 18+14reb, L.Eemi 5+2reb+1ast, E.Sajantila 4+1reb+2ast Korihait - Pyrinto 91-86 There was a small surprise when eleventh ranked Korihait (11-20) won against 8th ranked Pyrinto (14-17) in Uusikaupunki 91-86 on Friday. The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Pyrinto won third quarter 26-19. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Korihait looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Bosnian point guard Bojan Sarcevic (190-1988) nailed 12 points and 9 assists for the winning side and American swingman Quin Cooper (197-1991, college: CRC, agency: One Motive Sports) accounted for 18 points. American forward Tylan Birts (197-1996, college: Barry) came up with 22 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Tomas Pihlajamaki (194-2000) added 26 points respectively for Pyrinto in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Korihait maintains eleventh place with 11-20 record. Loser Pyrinto dropped to the fifth position with 17 games lost. They share it with Kotka and Kouvot. Korihait will meet higher ranked Lahti (#9) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Pyrinto will play against Honka (#12) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Korihait: Q.Cooper 18+2reb, N.Stampley 14+6reb, B.Sarcevic 12+4reb+9ast, P.Oduro 12+7reb+1ast, M.Aalto 9+5reb+1ast, M.Barnes 8+1reb+4ast Pyrinto: T.Pihlajamaki 26+4reb+2ast, T.Birts 22+8reb+4ast, I.Smith 19+5reb+6ast, J.Lawrence 10+1reb, V.Leppanen 3+2reb+4ast, O.Heinonen 3+1reb Vilpas - Kauhajoki 93-77 Sixth defeat of league's leader Kauhajoki (25-6) against third ranked Vilpas (16-15) 93-77 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Kauhajoki. The game without a history. Vilpas led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They shot 60.3 percent from the field. Vilpas looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American players dominated the game. It was a good game for guard Remy Abell (193-1992, college: Xavier) who led his team to a victory with 19 points. Guard Quentin Goodin (193-1997, college: Xavier, agency: Diamond Sports) contributed with 14 points and 6 assists for the winners. Four Vilpas players scored in double figures. Forward Jeffrey Crockett (201-1991, college: Texas Tech) answered with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds and guard Cameron Jones (193-1989, college: NAU, agency: BIG) added 17 points in the effort for Kauhajoki. Vilpas maintains third place with 16-15 record having nine points less than leader Nokia. Defending champion Kauhajoki still keeps top position with six games lost. They were joined at the leadership position by Nokia who have the same record. Kauhajoki will play next round against league's leader Seagulls trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Vilpas will try to continue on its current victory against fourth ranked Kataja in Joensuu. Top scorers: Vilpas: R.Abell 19+4reb+2ast, I.Lee 17+4reb+1ast, Q.Goodin 14+4reb+6ast, K.Feazell 13+4reb, R.Ahonen 9+3reb+5ast, R.Laine 7+1reb+1ast Kauhajoki: C.Jones 17+3reb+3ast, J.Crockett 15+11reb+1ast, S.Kaukiainen 13+4ast, D.Dixson 9+4reb+2ast, M.Patterson 6+2reb, T.Suokas 5+2ast |
| Smith's double-double lands him (Second Stage) Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had a double-double of 23 points and 12 rebounds, while his team crushed Kouvot (#6, 14-17) with 24-point margin 102-78. Kataja is placed at 4th position in Finnish league. Kataja is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. But it was their 16th lost game this season out of 31 games. Smith turned to be Kataja's top player in his first season with the team. University of Maryland graduate has very impressive stats this year. Smith is in league's top in points (4th best: 16.9ppg), rebounds (3rd best: 8.6rpg) and averages solid 65.8% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Rene Rougeau (198-F/G-1986, agency: Blacktop Management) of top-ranked Seagulls. He is American swingman in his first season at Seagulls. In the last game Rougeau recorded impressive double-double of 22 points and 10 rebounds. Of course Seagulls cruised to a 92-80 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Kotka (#5, 14-17). This victory allowed Seagulls to move up to 1st position in the standings. His team lost just six games this Second Stage, while they won 25 matches. Rougeau is a newcomer at Seagulls and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to forward Chris Clarke (196-F-1996) of Lahti (#3). Clarke showcased his all-around game by recording 20 points, eleven rebounds (!!!) and twelve assists (!!!) in the last round. Despite Clarke's great performance Lahti lost 95-103 to the lower-ranked Nokia (#7, 18-13). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Lahti ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 18 games, recording just thirteen victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Clarke could help Lahti to bring them higher in the standings. Clarke has a great season in Finland. After 15 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 19.9ppg (2nd best), rebounds with 14.7rpg (#1 in league) and assists with 9.6apg (best passer). He also has 2.1spg and FGP: 50.3%. Other top performing players last week: 4. David Nichols (183-PG-1996) of Kobrat - 33 points and 4 assists 5. Perrion Callandret (188-PG-1995) of Nokia - 27 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Tylan Birts (197-F-1996) of Pyrinto - 22 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Karl Gamble (206-F-1996) of Lahti - 18 points and 14 rebounds 8. Tuomas Hirvonen (181-PG-1996) of Kataja - 31 points, 2 rebounds and 6 assists 9. Johnathan Stove (193-G-1995) of Nokia - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Austin Butler (196-G) of Kouvot - 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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| Tahjere McCall (ex Cairns) is a newcomer at Fos-sur-Mer - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Two years ago (four years after his graduation) he was drafted by Lakeland Magic (G-League) as #5 pick overall. McCall graduated from Tennessee State in 2017 and it is his sixth season in pro basketball. He is quite experienced player. Thanks to McCall's pro career he managed to play on three different continents (Europe, Australia and of course North America) in five different countries. McCall has played previously professionally in New Zealand (Nuggets), NBA (Brooklyn Nets), France (Entente Orleans 45), NBA G League (College Park SkyHawks and Long Island Nets) and NBA Summer League (Atlanta Hawks, Orlando Magic and Washington Wizards). He was also selected to All-OVC Defensive Player of the Year back in 2016 and 2017. McCall won NBA G League championship title in 2021. |
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. SOPCC defeated CFBB in Pont de Cheruy 73-60. SOPCC forced 23 CFBB turnovers. It was a great evening for point guard Bryan Coudray (189-2000) who led his team to a victory scoring 14 points and 6 assists. Forward Jacques Eyoum (195-2000) helped adding 13 points and 5 rebounds. The best for the losing side was point guard Talis Soulhac (186-2006) with 20 points. CFBB's coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. CFBB will play next round against strong Hyeres-Toulon trying to get back on the winning streak. SOPCC will try to continue on its current victory against Lourdes-Tarbes on the road. STB Le Havre (2-1) recorded a loss on the court of Vitre. Visitors were defeated by Vitre 90-83. It was an exceptional evening for point guard Louis Prolhac (177-1991) who led the winners and scored 19 points. Tom Hyenne accounted for 18 points (perfect from the field making all six shots). Valentin Bigote (196-1992) came up with 23 points and 5 assists for STB Le Havre in the defeat. STB Le Havre's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Vitre will play against SPO Rouen on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. STB Le Havre will play against Poitiers and hopes to get back on the winning track. Quite upsetting was Tours' (#5) home defeat in a game versus SO Maritime Boulogne 105-92. The best player for the winners was Matthias Flosse who scored 20 points and 9 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Scott Suggs who recorded 27 points and 4 assists. SO Maritime Boulogne will meet at home Rueil in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Tours will play against Andrezieux and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 3: Rouen destroyed Rennes on the opponent's court 87-68. Chartres lost to undefeated Caen in a home game 71-79. Orchies recorded a loss to Loon-Plage on the road 62-69. Winless Poitiers was defeated by Mulhouse on its own court 75-78. Andrezieux beat Toulouse in a road game 102-93. Lorient won against Lyon at home 79-66. Besancon unfortunately lost to Challans on the opponent's court 83-93. Rueil managed to beat Feurs CTC in a home game 90-84. Berck crushed Cergy-Pontoise on the road 74-54. Hyeres-Toulon beat Tarbes-Lourdes on its own court 88-83. Winless Les Sables lost to undefeated Kaysersberg in a road game 64-78. The most impressive stats of the last round was 18 points by Aaron Anderson of Kaysersberg. Rennes - Rouen 68-87 Rather expected game when Union Rennes (1-2) was crushed at home by SPO Rouen (3-0) 87-68 on Saturday. SPO Rouen forced 24 Union Rennes turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was American-Jamaican Andell Cumberbatch (195-1993, college: St.Bonaventure) who scored 9 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Point guard William Mensah (175-1995) chipped in 13 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Guinean forward Cheick Sekou-Conde (203-1992) who recorded a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds and center Francois Matip (202-2000) added 10 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. SPO Rouen will meet at home Vitre (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Union Rennes will play against Caen and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Rouen: T.Prost 13+2reb+2ast, W.Mensah 13+3reb+2ast, M.Choua 9+5reb, F.Fortas 9+1reb, B.Injai 9+4reb+4ast, A.Cumberbatch 9+9reb+5ast Rennes: C.Sekou-Conde 19+10reb, F.Matip 10+6reb+1ast, E.Guillaume 8+4reb+2ast, L.Behrend 7+3reb, J.Sclear 6+6reb+3ast, I.Sidibe 6+1reb+4ast Chartres - Caen 71-79 The game between closely ranked teams ended with Caen's (3-0) road victory over C'Chartres (1-2) 79-71 on Friday. Caen looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was Kenyan-American forward Joel Awich (201-1993, college: Cal Poly) who scored 17 points and 6 rebounds. Guard Yanik Blanc (188-1999) chipped in 22 points. At the other side the best for losing team was American-Icelandic forward Michael Craion (197-1989, college: ORU) who recorded 14 points and guard Ugo Doumbia (190-2003) added 9 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Caen will meet at home Union Rennes (#6) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. C'Chartres will play against Orchesien BC in Orchies and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Caen: B.Yanik 22+1reb+1ast, J.Awich 17+6reb+1ast, P.N'Jiba 11+2reb+2ast, T.Marshall 9+8reb+4ast, M.Bernaoui 9+4reb+2ast, C.Ona-Embo 6+5reb+6ast Chartres: M.Craion 14+4reb+2ast, O.Gudul 12+3reb, D.Ugo 9+5reb+4ast, J.Ricard-Dorigo 8+5reb+4ast, Y.Siegwarth 8+4reb+3ast, M.Pellin 7+2reb+6ast Loon-Plage - Orchies 69-62 There was a minor upset when Orchesien BC (1-2) was defeated on the road by Loon-Plage (1-2) 69-62 on Friday. Loon-Plage outrebounded Orchesien BC 42-30 including 17 on the offensive glass. The best player for the winners was guard Christopher Dauby (193-1999) who scored 14 points and 8 rebounds. Point guard Pierre Hannequin (190-1998) chipped in 13 points. Loon-Plage'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 power forward Joe Burton (203-1990, college: Oregon St., agency: GoEmpire Group) who recorded 17 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and point guard Romain Hoeltzel (180-2004) added 19 points respectively. Loon-Plage will meet Mulhouse (#8) on the road in the next round. Orchesien BC will play against C'Chartres and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Loon-Plage: D.Christopher 14+8reb+3ast, P.Hannequin 13+3reb+1ast, F.Cissoko 9+7reb+1ast, T.Housieaux 8+5reb+3ast, K.Artamonov 8+1reb+4ast, S.Saumont 7+3reb Orchies: H.Romain 19+3reb+1ast, J.Burton 17+9reb+4ast, A.Rigaux 5+3ast, J.Verbeke 5+9reb+3ast, A.Venckus 5+1reb+3ast, T.Van Ounsem 3+2reb Poitiers - Mulhouse 75-78 But Poitiers was not able to use a home court advantage and was edged by the opponent from Mulhouse 78-75 on Friday night. They made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was Maltese-American forward Aaron Falzon (203-1996, college: Quinnipiac) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Quentin Diehl (185-1991) chipped in 7 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Canadian-Nigerian guard Keith Omoerah (194-1992, college: Manitoba, agency: BIG) who recorded 11 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists and American Courtney Stockard (196-1995, college: St.Bonaventure) added 18 points respectively. Four Poitiers players scored in double figures. Poitiers' coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Mulhouse will meet at home Loon-Plage (#9) in the next round. Poitiers will play against STB Le Havre and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Mulhouse: A.Falzon 16+10reb+1ast, F.Pouaveyoun 12+4reb, A.Dudit 11+3ast, M.Benjamin 11+1reb, F.Loubaki 9+3reb, Y.Mendy 8+2reb+3ast Poitiers: C.Stockard 18+3reb+2ast, C.Pontens 15+4reb+3ast, B.Coulibaly 14+4reb, K.Omoerah 11+8reb+7ast, A.Dargenton 7+7reb, J.Seymour 4+3reb+1ast Vitre - Le Havre 90-83 STB Le Havre (2-1) recorded a loss on the court of Vitre. Visitors were defeated by Vitre 90-83. Vitre forced 23 STB Le Havre turnovers. Strangely STB Le Havre outrebounded Vitre 32-19 including 25 on the defensive glass. It was an exceptional evening for point guard Louis Prolhac (177-1991) who led the winners and scored 19 points. Forward Tom Hyenne (194-2000) accounted for 18 points (perfect from the field making all six shots) for the winning side. Four Vitre players scored in double figures. Valentin Bigote (196-1992) came up with 23 points and 5 assists and Senegalese center Serigne Barro (208-1995) added 21 points and 8 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) respectively for STB Le Havre in the defeat. STB Le Havre's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Vitre will play against SPO Rouen on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. STB Le Havre will play against Poitiers and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Vitre: L.Prolhac 19+3reb+2ast, H.Tom 18+2reb+2ast, V.Fandelet 16+3reb+2ast, N.Burrell 12+1reb+6ast, V.Ilic 7+5reb+1ast, C.Jubenot 7+1reb+2ast Le Havre: V.Bigote 23+3reb+5ast, S.Barro 21+8reb, F.Thomas 13+6reb+1ast, S.N'Dir 8+1reb, O.Sylla 6+2reb+4ast, R.Duport 6+2reb Toulouse - Andrezieux 93-102 There was a minor upset when Toulouse (1-2) was defeated at home by Andrezieux (1-1) 102-93 on Friday. Andrezieux shot 61.0 percent from the field. The best player for the winners was Senegalese forward Pape Diop (202-1996, college: Cape Breton) who had a double-double by scoring 20 points and 15 rebounds. Point guard Rosaire Malonga (188-1995) chipped in 24 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Victor Mopsus (179-1999) who recorded 20 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and swingman Olivier Yao-Delon (194-1995) added 14 points respectively. Five Andrezieux and four Toulouse players scored in double figures. Andrezieux will meet at home Tours (#7) in the next round. Toulouse will play against Lyon and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Andrezieux: R.Malonga 24+4reb+2ast, P.Diop 20+15reb+1ast, J.Burrows 17+3reb+1ast, L.Weber 13+4ast, T.Bouteille 11+1reb+3ast, H.Dumortier 8+2reb+4ast Toulouse: V.Mopsus 20+6reb+8ast, O.Yao-Delon 14+4reb+2ast, C.Andre 13+3reb, L.Kouyate 10+3reb+1ast, S.Mekdad 9+3reb+7ast, L.Roux Jules 9 Lorient - Lyon 79-66 No shocking result in a game when Lorient (3-0) won against at home Lyon (0-3) 79-66 on Saturday. Lorient made 22-of-27 free shots (81.5 percent) during the game. Lorient outrebounded Lyon 39-26 including a 31-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Kevin Mondesir (204-1991) who scored 12 points and 7 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Forward Christopher Robert (202-2001) chipped in 11 points and 7 rebounds. Four Lorient players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Bahamas Aaron Levarity (203-1997, college: Milligan) who recorded 11 points and 7 rebounds and guard Sya Plaucoste (193-2001) added 11 points respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lorient will meet Besancon (#8) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Lyon will play against Toulouse and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Lorient: K.Mondesir 12+7reb+3ast, R.Christopher 11+7reb+1ast, I.Djambo 10+3reb+1ast, I.Saounera 10+1reb+5ast, H.Suhard 8+4reb+5ast, A.Doumbia 7+4reb Lyon: A.Levarity 11+7reb+1ast, S.Plaucoste 11+1reb+2ast, T.Lefebvre 8+3ast, D.Gana 8+1reb+2ast, B.Albert 8+1reb+1ast, P.Romain 6+3reb+3ast Challans - Besancon 93-83 Vendee Challans used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Besancon 93-83 on Friday night. Vendee Challans forced 19 Besancon turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was point guard Thibault Desseignet (178-1998) who scored 17 points, 8 assists and 4 steals. Eric Bosc (199-1993) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds. Four Vendee Challans players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Mali point guard Siriman Kanoute (181-2001) who recorded 7 points, 12 rebounds and 15 assists and power forward Guillaume Valayer (201-1996) added 21 points respectively. Vendee Challans will meet Feurs CTC (#6) on the road in the next round. Besancon will play against Lorient and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Challans: J.Jones 22+4reb, E.Bosc 17+10reb+1ast, T.Desseignet 17+3reb+8ast, G.Biruta 13+6reb, P.Turpin 13+1reb+6ast, J.Bichard 9+4reb+6ast Besancon: G.Valayer 21+3reb+1ast, H.Sydney 18+7reb, M.Riley 14+7reb+2ast, J.Boucaud 8+2reb+2ast, S.Kanoute 7+12reb+15ast, A.Elechi 6+2reb Rueil - Feurs CTC 90-84 The game between closely ranked teams ended with Rueil's (2-0) home victory over Feurs CTC (1-2) 90-84 on Friday. Rueil made 27-of-32 free shots (84.4 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was point guard Warren Racine (188-1995) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 14 assists. Swingman Steven Ricard (200-1990) chipped in 21 points and 7 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Charles Gurgey (190-1995) who recorded 23 points and 4 assists and Cameroonian power forward Franck Yangue (205-1990, agency: Inception Sports) added 17 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) respectively. Four Rueil and five Feurs CTC players scored in double figures. Rueil will meet SO Maritime Boulogne (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Feurs CTC will play against Vendee Challans and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Rueil: M.Legat 21+1reb+1ast, S.Ricard 21+7reb+2ast, W.Racine 16+2reb+14ast, E.Kherzane 12+3reb+4ast, F.Braga 8+9reb, J.Morency 7+3reb+1ast Feurs CTC: C.Gurgey 23+1reb+4ast, F.Yangue 17+8reb+1ast, E.Djedje 13+4reb, A.Spinali 13+4reb+7ast, H.Yanis 10+4reb+9ast, J.Zero 4+5reb Tours - Boulogne 92-105 Quite upsetting was Tours' (#5) home defeat in a game versus SO Maritime Boulogne 105-92. They made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. SO Maritime Boulogne looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was Matthias Flosse (210-1998) who scored 20 points and 9 rebounds. American swingman Wendell Davis (197-1995, college: Ashland) chipped in 24 points and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American swingman Scott Suggs (197-1989, college: Washington) who recorded 27 points and 4 assists and point guard Jayson Tchicamboud (186-2002) added 9 points, 5 rebounds, 12 assists and 4 steals respectively. Five SO Maritime Boulogne and four Tours players scored in double figures. SO Maritime Boulogne will meet at home Rueil in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Tours will play against Andrezieux and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Boulogne: W.Davis 24+1reb+5ast, M.Flosse 20+9reb+2ast, L.Nikolic 19+8reb+1ast, C.Gassama 12+5reb+3ast, M.Mahes 11+1reb+5ast, M.Gountas 8+5reb Tours: S.Suggs 27+4reb+4ast, P.Drouault 15+2reb+3ast, R.Edzata 14+2reb+1ast, A.Kader Sylla 11+7reb+3ast, J.Tchicamboud 9+5reb+12ast, V.Valentin 7+3reb+1ast Pont-de-Cheruy - Pole France 73-60 SOPCC defeated CFBB in Pont de Cheruy 73-60. SOPCC forced 23 CFBB turnovers. It was a great evening for point guard Bryan Coudray (189-2000) who led his team to a victory scoring 14 points and 6 assists. Forward Jacques Eyoum (195-2000) helped adding 13 points and 5 rebounds. Five SOPCC players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was point guard Talis Soulhac (186-2006) with 20 points and forward Maxim Logue (203-2005) scored 6 points and 10 rebounds. CFBB's coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. CFBB will play next round against strong Hyeres-Toulon trying to get back on the winning streak. SOPCC will try to continue on its current victory against Lourdes-Tarbes on the road. Top scorers: Pont-de-Cheruy: B.Coudray 14+1reb+6ast, J.Eyoum 13+5reb+1ast, L.Chelle 11+2reb+1ast, I.Cadiau 10+3reb+1ast, M.Yasmin 10+3reb+3ast, N.Seydou Ousmane 7+6reb+1ast Pole France: S.Talis 20+2reb+3ast, T.Nolan 9+1reb+2ast, B.Jonas 8+3reb+1ast, L.Maxim 6+10reb, J.Wilson 4+1reb, E.Noa 4+2reb+1ast Cergy-Pontoise - Berck 54-74 There was a minor upset in Cergy where Pontoise (1-1) was rolled over by Berck (1-0) 74-54 on Saturday. Berck forced 21 Pontoise turnovers. The best player for the winners was power forward Luidgy Laporal (206-1995, college: SFU) who scored 14 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Alexandre Mendy (189-1990) chipped in 13 points. Berck'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 power forward Thomas Hanquiez (203-2001) who recorded a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds and Adrien Thimon (188-1994) added 20 points respectively. Berck will meet at home Kaysersberg (#4) in the next round. Pontoise will play against Les Sables in Les Sables-D'Ollone and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Berck: L.Laporal 14+7reb, A.Mendy 13+3reb+1ast, A.Moisy 11+2reb+1ast, K.Ajenifuja 8+1reb+1ast, A.Ekani 7+4reb+1ast, R.Rodney 6+3reb Cergy-Pontoise: A.Thimon 20+2reb+2ast, H.Thomas 13+10reb+2ast, D.Adama 5+6reb+1ast, K.Francois 5+5reb+1ast, D.Nunn 5+4reb+3ast, A.Sy 4+3reb+2ast Hyeres-Toulon - Tarbes-Lourdes 88-83 Hyeres-Toulon used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Tarbes 88-83 on Friday night. The best player for the winners was forward Oumarou Baradji (202-1989) who scored 22 points and 9 rebounds. Lithuanian point guard Mantvydas Staniulis (186-1997) chipped in 12 points and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Remi Lesca (180-1990) who recorded 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and naturalized Guyanese Mike Joseph (203-1994) added 17 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Hyeres-Toulon will meet CFBB (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Lourdes-Tarbes will play against SOPCC and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Hyeres-Toulon: O.Baradji 22+9reb, M.Eugene 13+3reb+1ast, R.Wilson 12+4reb+2ast, M.Staniulis 12+1reb+6ast, E.Bassoumba 9+4reb, C.Colimon 8+1reb Tarbes-Lourdes: R.Lesca 19+5reb+6ast, M.Joseph 17+9reb+1ast, C.Nelson 12+3reb, C.Osaikhwuwuomwan 11+4reb+2ast, D.Wallace 7+2reb+2ast, N.Pharose 6+2ast Kaysersberg - Les Sables 78-64 Kaysersberg used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Les Sables-D'Ollone 78-64 on Friday night. The best player for the winners was American point guard Aaron Anderson (178-1991, college: N.Dakota) who scored 18 points. Point guard Gregory Bengaber (186-1997) chipped in 14 points. At the other side the best for losing team was swingman Brahim Dohou (194-1999) who recorded 14 points and American guard Jackson Trapp (193-1992, college: FAU) added 9 points respectively. Les Sables' coach let to play eleven players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kaysersberg will meet Berck (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Les Sables will play against Pontoise and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Kaysersberg: A.Anderson 18+3reb+1ast, G.Bengaber 14+1reb+2ast, A.Simon 11+3reb+2ast, H.Joackim 9+1reb+1ast, K.Sow 7+8reb, K.Walter 7+6reb+3ast Les Sables: B.Dohou 14+3reb+2ast, A.Maricevic 9+4reb, J.Trapp 9+4reb+2ast, N.Niktash 7+5reb+1ast, G.Lessort 7+2reb+1ast, L.Plasse 6+2reb+4ast |
| Monaco and Asvel Villeurbanne enter Cup Final - by Eurobasket News |
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Monaco and Asvel Villeurbanne entered the Cup Final in Trelaze. Monaco overcame Le Mans 87:78, trailing 11 points in the first quarter. Jordan Loyd (193-G/F-1993, college: Indianapolis) led Monaco with 17 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Matthew Strazel (182-PG-2002) also added 17 points, while Chima Moneke (198-F-1995, college: UC Davis) and Elie Okobo (191-G-1997) scored 11 points each. Asvel Villeurbanne meanwhile edged Strasbourg 85:69. Youssoupha Fall (221-C-1995) collected 16 points and 13 rebounds, whilst Dee Bost (188-PG-1989, college: MSU) followed him with 13 points, while Amine Noua (202-PF-1997) added 12. Marcus Keene (178-PG-1995, college: CMU) replied for Strasbourg with 20 points. |
| French NM1 round 3 (Second Stage) best performance: Warren Racine - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 27-year old player got a double-double of 16 points and 14 assists, while his team beat Feurs CTC (#6, 1-2) 90-84. Rueil is placed at 2nd position in French NM1. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. But it's just the very beginning of the Second Stage and Rueil won both games without losing any. It's too early to say anything as the standings can be changed completely after next round. Racine has many years of experience at Rueil, through which he has constantly improved. Warren Racine averages this season 11.9ppg and 4.4apg. The second best player in last round's games was young American Scott Suggs (197-F/G-1989) of Tours. Suggs had a very good evening with 27 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Tours lost that game 92-105 to Boulogne (2-1). 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. Suggs is a newcomer at Tours, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was guard Victor Mopsus (179-PG-1999) of Toulouse (#9). Mopsus showcased his all-around game by recording 20 points, six rebounds and eight assists in the last round. Despite Mopsus' great performance Toulouse lost 93-102 to Andrezieux (#5, 1-1). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Toulouse not to end season at such low position in Group B, however are less than slim as they have already lost 2 games, recording just one victory. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Mopsus could try to bring Toulouse's a little bit higher in the standings. Mopsus has individually a great season in France. After 28 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 5.3apg (8th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Thibault Desseignet (178-PG-1998) of Challans - 17 points, 3 rebounds and 8 assists 5. Pape Diop (202-F-1996) of Andrezieux - 20 points and 15 rebounds 6. Joe Burton (203-C/F-1990) of Orchies - 17 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Serigne Barro (208-C-1995) of Le Havre - 21 points and 8 rebounds 8. Mike Joseph (203-PF-1994) of Tarbes-Lourdes - 17 points and 9 rebounds 9. Rosaire Malonga (188-PG-1995) of Andrezieux - 24 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Jason Jones (203-F/C-1986) of Challans - 22 points and 4 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| A League Round 10: Gtuni lose to Orbi in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Very significant was Orbi's (#1, 9-1) victory against their biggest opponent Gtuni (7-3) 83-77. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Gtuni. Gtuni trailed by 11 points after 3 quarters before a 23-18 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 77-83 at the end of the game. Orbi looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American point guard Kenny Cooper (183, college: Tennessee St.) scored 18 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import forward Marcale Lotts (201-1994, college: Canisius, agency: MSG) chipped in 18 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Orbi's coach Irakli Tomaradze used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side power forward Levan Revazashvili (210-1992) responded with 15 points and 8 rebounds. Orbi (9-1) have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain first position. Newly promoted Gtuni keeps the second place with three games lost. They share the position with Iverioni. Very significant was Iverioni's (#3, 7-3) victory against 4th ranked Astrali (5-5) 87-58. American point guard Jermaine Head (183-1997, college: WILMU) notched 17 points and 6 assists to lead the effort and Isaiah Lewis supported him with 17 points and 6 steals. Iverioni's coach Dmitri Jakobov felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 15 points and 9 rebounds by forward Ivane Babunashvili (195-2004) did not help to save the game for Astrali. Iverioni (7-3) moved-up to second place, which they share with Gtuni. Astrali at the other side keeps the fourth position with five games lost. Orbi - Gtuni 83-77 Very significant was Orbi's (#1, 9-1) victory against their biggest opponent Gtuni (7-3) 83-77. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Gtuni. Gtuni trailed by 11 points after 3 quarters before a 23-18 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 77-83 at the end of the game. Orbi looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American point guard Kenny Cooper (183, college: Tennessee St.) scored 18 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import forward Marcale Lotts (201-1994, college: Canisius, agency: MSG) chipped in 18 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Lotts is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Orbi's coach Irakli Tomaradze used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side power forward Levan Revazashvili (210-1992) responded with 15 points and 8 rebounds and American guard Anthony Alston (183-1994, college: TAMIU) scored 11 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Gtuni players scored in double figures. Orbi (9-1) have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain first position. Newly promoted Gtuni keeps the second place with three games lost. They share the position with Iverioni. Top scorers: Orbi: K.Cooper 18+5reb+5ast, M.Lotts 18+7reb, D.Addie 15+6reb+4ast, Q.Davis 8+3reb+1ast, M.Chochua 8+3reb+6ast, N.Lolishvili 5+1reb+2ast Gtuni: M.Revazashvili 17+2reb, L.Revazashvili 15+8reb+1ast, J.Pierce 12+8reb, A.Alston 11+7reb+5ast, V.Beruashvili 10+3reb+2ast, G.Nika 4+3reb+3ast Iverioni - Astrali 87-58 Very significant was Iverioni's (#3, 7-3) victory against 4th ranked Astrali (5-5) 87-58. The game without a history. Iverioni led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Astrali's 30. Iverioni forced 28 Astrali turnovers. American point guard Jermaine Head (183-1997, college: WILMU) notched 17 points and 6 assists to lead the effort and the other American import guard Isaiah Lewis (185, college: RWC) supported him with 17 points and 6 steals. Four Iverioni players scored in double figures. Iverioni's coach Dmitri Jakobov felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 15 points and 9 rebounds by forward Ivane Babunashvili (195-2004) did not help to save the game for Astrali. Guard Damiene Otkhmezuri (184-2002) added 14 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Iverioni (7-3) moved-up to second place, which they share with Gtuni. Astrali at the other side keeps the fourth position with five games lost. Top scorers: Iverioni: J.Head 17+4reb+6ast, I.Lewis 17+2reb+1ast, G.Saba 10+1reb+1ast, M.Bazuashvili 10+5reb, J.Haslem 10+5reb+1ast, V.Lewis II 7+4reb+1ast Astrali: B.Ivane 15+9reb+2ast, O.Damiene 14+5reb+3ast, D.Dekanoidze 12+4reb+1ast, K.Giorgi 8+3reb+1ast, J.Jaba 4+3reb+2ast, L.Giorgi 3+1reb |
| Superleague Round 19: Kavkasia lose to Delta - 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. Coincidentally all visitors won their games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game between third ranked Kavkasia (11-6) and seventh ranked Delta (9-9) was the most important one in the last round on Saturday night. Kavkasia was defeated by Delta in Tbilisi 78-89. The game was mostly controlled by Delta. Kavkasia managed to win third quarter 24-19. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Delta looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. 25 personal fouls committed by Kavkasia helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American players dominated the game. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Avi Toomer (190-1997, college: Bucknell) who helped to win the game recording 24 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Derick Newton (198-1995, college: Stetson) contributed with 19 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Guard Justin Forrest (188, college: App State) answered with 24 points and 6 rebounds for Kavkasia. Delta maintains seventh place with 9-9 record. Newly promoted Kavkasia keeps the third position with six games lost. Delta are looking forward to face higher ranked Cactus (#6) in Tbilisi in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kavkasia will play at home against Kutaisi and is hoping to win this game. Superleague top team - Olimpi (14-3) added another victory to their record. This time they beat tenth ranked Titebi (5-12) in Tbilisi 93-87. American players dominated also this game. It was a great evening for forward Linton Acliese III (201-1998, college: EWU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 32 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists (on 13-of-16 shooting from the field). Dru Kuxhausen helped adding 20 points and 5 rebounds. At the losing side guard Kendrick Thompson (193-1986, college: Northeastern St.) responded with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Olimpi have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They maintain first place with 14-3 record. Titebi lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 12 games lost. Olimpi will play against league's second-placed Rustavi at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Titebi will play against Batumi (#4) and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game in Kutaisi was also quite interesting. Second ranked Rustavi (13-4) played at the court of 8th ranked Kutaisi (7-10). Rustavi managed to secure a 9-point victory 89-80 on Saturday. It was an exceptional evening for Guga Patashuri who led the winners and scored 21 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Luka Maziashvili came up with 21 points and 9 assists for Kutaisi in the defeat. The victory was the ninth consecutive win for Rustavi. They maintain second place with 13-4 record behind leader Olimpi. Defending champion Kutaisi keeps the eighth position with ten games lost. Rustavi will meet league's leader Olimpi in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Kutaisi will play against Kavkasia (#3) in Tbilisi and hope to secure a win. In the last two games of round 19 TSU smashed Vera on the road 100-76. Batumi was destroyed by Mega on its own court 69-96. The most impressive performance of 19th round was 29 points and 6 rebounds by Kyle Riddley of Batumi. Vera - TSU 76-100 No shocking result in a game when sixth ranked TSU (9-8) crushed bottom-ranked Vera (2-16) in Tbilisi 100-76 on Saturday. TSU dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Vera's 40. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 35 assists comparing to just 20 passes made by Vera's players. It was an exceptional evening for the former international power forward Beka Bekauri (209-1991, agency: BIG) who led the winners and scored 25 points and 7 rebounds. The former international point guard George Tsintsadze (192-1986) accounted for 12 points, 5 rebounds and 16 assists for the winning side. Five TSU players scored in double figures. The former international guard Luka Zakradze (193-1996) came up with 24 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists and American guard Kaiden Rice (201, college: Georgetown) added 18 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Vera in the defeat. TSU moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Cactus and Batumi. Vera lost their eleventh game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 16 games lost. TSU's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tbilisi Mega. Top scorers: Vera: L.Zakradze 24+7reb+7ast, K.Rice 18+6reb+3ast, G.Vakhania 10+4reb+6ast, K.Saba 9+1reb+1ast, G.Vakhtang 9+7reb+2ast, B.Tortladze 6+7reb TSU: B.Bekauri 25+7reb+3ast, D.Henson 18+6reb+5ast, M.Drumwright 14+3reb+3ast, N.Darbaidze 14+2reb+2ast, G.Tsintsadze 12+5reb+16ast, M.Berishvili 8+7reb+3ast Titebi - Olimpi 87-93 Superleague top team - Olimpi (14-3) added another victory to their record. This time they beat tenth ranked Titebi (5-12) in Tbilisi 93-87. Titebi was ahead by 11 points after three quarters before a 34-17 charge of Olimpi, which allowed them to win the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. American players dominated also this game. It was a great evening for forward Linton Acliese III (201-1998, college: EWU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 32 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists (on 13-of-16 shooting from the field). Point guard Dru Kuxhausen (183-1998, college: N.Colorado) helped adding 20 points and 5 rebounds. At the losing side guard Kendrick Thompson (193-1986, college: Northeastern St.) responded with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists and forward Darius Bell (203-1999, college: Salem) scored 18 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Olimpi have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They maintain first place with 14-3 record. Titebi lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 12 games lost. Olimpi will play against league's second-placed Rustavi at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Titebi will play against Batumi (#4) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Titebi: K.Thompson 25+5reb+7ast, A.Lomouri 18+9reb+2ast, D.Bell 18+9reb+4ast, S.Sanadze 16+4reb+3ast, B.Dawson 5+5reb+1ast, G.Gogua 4+2reb Olimpi: L.Acliese III 32+10reb+7ast, D.Kuxhausen 20+5reb+2ast, A.McAlpine 10+5reb+1ast, G.Bakradze 10+3reb+8ast, L.Kalatozishvili 9+6reb, L.Luka 5+5ast Kutaisi - Rustavi 80-89 The game in Kutaisi was also quite interesting. Second ranked Rustavi (13-4) played at the court of 8th ranked Kutaisi (7-10). Rustavi managed to secure a 9-point victory 89-80 on Saturday. The guests were tied at the half but managed to speed up in last two quarters eventually winning the game. It was an exceptional evening for forward Guga Patashuri (199-1998) who led the winners and scored 21 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. American center Avery Diggs (208, college: Chattanooga, agency: Players Group) accounted for 20 points and 11 rebounds for the winning side. The former international point guard Luka Maziashvili (187-2000, college: UMass Lowell) came up with 21 points and 9 assists and American center Chris Ware (203-1989, college: Indiana Tech) added 23 points and 9 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) respectively for Kutaisi in the defeat. Five Rustavi and four Kutaisi players scored in double figures. The victory was the ninth consecutive win for Rustavi. They maintain second place with 13-4 record behind leader Olimpi. Defending champion Kutaisi keeps the eighth position with ten games lost. Rustavi will meet league's leader Olimpi in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Kutaisi will play against Kavkasia (#3) in Tbilisi and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Kutaisi: C.Ware 23+9reb+1ast, L.Maziashvili 21+4reb+9ast, K.Jintcharadze 21+8reb+4ast, J.Ray 10+7reb+4ast, L.Grdzelidze 3, B.Baqar 2+4reb+2ast Rustavi: P.Guga 21+8reb+6ast, A.Diggs 20+11reb+1ast, T.Croft 17+2reb+4ast, L.Bulashvili 12+4reb+2ast, R.Rogava 10+5reb+4ast, A.Dvalishvili 5+2reb Kavkasia - Delta 78-89 The game between third ranked Kavkasia (11-6) and seventh ranked Delta (9-9) was the most important one in the last round on Saturday night. Kavkasia was defeated by Delta in Tbilisi 78-89. The game was mostly controlled by Delta. Kavkasia managed to win third quarter 24-19. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Delta looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. 25 personal fouls committed by Kavkasia helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American players dominated the game. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Avi Toomer (190-1997, college: Bucknell) who helped to win the game recording 24 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Derick Newton (198-1995, college: Stetson) contributed with 19 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Toomer is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Delta players scored in double figures. Guard Justin Forrest (188, college: App State) answered with 24 points and 6 rebounds and guard Chris McNeal (185-1997, college: Cincinnati) added 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Kavkasia. Delta maintains seventh place with 9-9 record. Newly promoted Kavkasia keeps the third position with six games lost. Delta are looking forward to face higher ranked Cactus (#6) in Tbilisi in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kavkasia will play at home against Kutaisi and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Kavkasia: J.Forrest 24+6reb+3ast, C.McNeal 24+5reb+4ast, G.Levan 11+8reb+2ast, I.Londaridze 7+2reb+2ast, R.Giorgi 6+3reb, J.Nika 3+4reb+2ast Delta: A.Toomer 24+8reb+7ast, D.Newton 19+9reb+2ast, G.Baqradze 13+5reb+3ast, R.Lynch 11+7reb+1ast, I.Sulkhanishvili 11+2reb+3ast, L.Sikharulidze 7+4reb+2ast Batumi - Mega 69-96 There was an upset when 4th placed Batumi (9-8) was smashed at home by ninth ranked Mega (7-11) 96-69 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by Mega. Batumi managed to win fourth quarter 25-24. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Mega forced 26 Batumi turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Batumi's players. Americans were the main players on the court. It was an exceptional evening for point guard Ronnie Rousseau III (175-1995, college: Antelope Valley) who led the winners and scored 26 points and 5 assists. Power forward Marqus Gilson (196, college: CWU) accounted for 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. Five Mega players scored in double figures. Mega's coach Nikoloz Cherkezishvili felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Kyle Riddley (192-1996, college: Pfeiffer, agency: Project B Sports) came up with 29 points and 6 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) and guard Brandon Alston (196-1995, college: Georgia Tech, agency: GoEmpire Group) added 14 points respectively for Batumi in the defeat. Mega maintains ninth place with 7-11 record. Batumi at the other side keeps the fourth position with eight games lost. They share it with Cactus and TSU. Mega's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tbilisi to the arena TSU. Top scorers: Batumi: K.Riddley 29+6reb+3ast, B.Alston 14+1reb, O.Giorgi 9+2reb+1ast, S.Lobjanidze 5+5reb+2ast, L.Eliadze 5+5reb, L.Mikeladze 4+4reb+1ast Mega: R.Rousseau III 26+4reb+5ast, M.Gilson 19+9reb+4ast, N.Chechelashvili 17+3reb+5ast, O.Buliava 16+3reb+4ast, T.Howard Jr. 11+2reb+3ast, Z.Walton 7+4reb+3ast |
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| The Fraport Skyliners Show Heart With Inspiring Must Win Over The Niners Chemnitz 89-84 - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber |
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With every new loss, the reality of the Fraport Skyliners returning back to the easyCredit BBL next season sinks a bit more like a Boeing 747 in the approach to Frankfurt airport, but on the other hand the 200o BBL cup winner was only 1 win away from the 16th placed team. But their current 6 game losing streak didn't give much hope of a turnaround simply because they continue not being able to put up a solid game for 40 minutes and just physically and mentally fall apart in the second half of games. As midnight wascreeping closer each week, their chances didn't any better against the always pesky Niners Chemnitz who continue to be a nasty opponent for any team as head coach Rodrigo Pastore continues to do incredible things with his roster each season. Currently Chemnitz was in 1oth place and still with every chance of reaching the playoffs with a 10-11 record, but they also had some soul searching to do as they came to Frankfurt riding a 4 game losing streak, but with more time to prepare as their Fiba Europe Cup season had ended early. The Fraport Skyliners had added drama as Geert Hammink had been let go 48 hours earlier. 'We had to change our mind set and refocus and execute coach Klaus's game plan', said Quantez Robertson. On a mild late winter day the Fraport Skyliners welcomed the Niners Chemnitz and had to put up with a frenzy of three's, but in the second half they controlled the three point line allowing only 5 three's and on offense executed well sharing the ball and allowing their brilliant 1-1 qualities shine through as they received a 89-84 must win. 'We knew that this was a huge game as we wanted to keep pace with the league. We were put off guard a little when the coaching change came, but Coach Klaus Perwas allowed us to play off our strengths. We got the needed confidence from him and trusted each other more and more in the second half. We saw more open three's and executed very well. Coach Klaus simplified the offensive and defensive schemes and we used our talent. He put us in position to be ourselves', stressed Fraport Skyliner guard JJ Frazier. The NIners Chemnitz had a smooth rhythm in the first half, but in the second half couldn't play their game the way they wanted to and had problems getting stops as Frankfurt got more consistent. 'We had energy and hit three's early, but in the second half got beat by their good 1-1 play and we had too many turnovers. We have to defend better in the second half', warned Niners Chemnitz forward Kevin Yebo. In the first quarter there were numerous runs on both sides as no team could get away from the other as the Niners Chemnitz had the 25-21 lead after 10 minutes. In the first few minutes the game was tight as no team could get away form the other. Fraport Skyliner lifer Quantez Robertson got the hot hand early testing his 28% three point shooting percentage nailing two three's while the guests also hit 2 three's from ex BG Goetingen guard Dominic Lockhart and Lithuanian sniper MIndaugas Susinskas to dead lock the game at 8-8. The Fraport Skyliners knew coming into the game that the Niners Chemnitz were a great three point shooting team, but they were unable to stop them letting it rain three's as they connected 3 more times from the parking lot as ex Loyola University of Chicago (NCAA) forward Aher Uguak, Lockhart and ex Gevi Napoli Basket (Italy-Serie A) guard Arnas Velica connected for the 17-8 led. Frankfurt gave up too many three's and had problems on the defensive glass. New Frankfurt head coach Klaus Perwas did a superb job with time out management calling a timeout something which most likely hadn't happened under Geert Hammink. But Frankfurt didn't let that swift action of offense effect their mindset and they slapped Chemnitz right back with their own 9-0 run to dead lock the contest at 17-17. In the run ex ZZ Leiden forward Einaras Tubutis connected for two three's and Robertson nailed his third three of the quarter. The game continued to have runs as the Niners Chemnitz continued to play their steady offense closing out the first quarter on a 8-4 run to lead 25-21. Ex Buffalo (NCAA) guard Wes Clark hit a 20 footer and free throws while Susinskas made another trey while Frankfurt got a jumper from Frazier and free throws from German national player Lukas Wank. 'We gave up too many three's. They gave us all that we could handle. We knew that we had to slow down their shooting', stated JJ Frazier. The Fraport Skyliners shot 40% from the 2 point range and 63% from outside and had 5 rebounds and 4 turnovers while the Niners Chemnitz shot 40% from the 2 point range and 55% from outside and had 9 rebounds and 4 turnovers. The Niners Chemnitz continued to execute well on offense and allowed the Fraport Skyliners to stick around never being able to shake them as they led 46-42 at half-time. Frazier and Susinskas traded baskets in the first minute as Chemnitz still led 28-23. Frankfurt continued to attack the rim when they could getting a finger tip lay in from Frazier and also played transition whenever they could getting a big dunk from Tubutis to trail only 30-27. The Fraport Skyliners at this juncture needed more support from Derek Cooke, Marcus Lewis and Isaiah Washington (185-G-1998, college: LBSU, agency: Players Group) as they all had the goose egg, but instead it was 2004cm Hungarian forward Marko Filipovity who staged a shooting clinic nailing 3 three's in a row for the 39-30 lead. Washington also connected for a trey upending his personal goose egg. Whenever the Niners Chemnitz threatened to run away with the game, the Fraport Skyliners always had an answer something they didn't have in other games this season that they would lose. Lewis also erased his goose egg crawling out of his shell with a lay in and Washington and Robertson supplied three's cutting the guests lead down to 41-38. Frankfurt showed they could play longer spurts of aggressive defense that translated into stops. Velica added another trey, the team's 11th of the first half to lead 44-38. But Frankfurt had an answer again as Derek Cooke also slipped out of his shell with a lay in and tip in dunk as the Niners Chemnitz led 46-42 at the break. Einaras Tubutis was a huge energizer in the first half at both ends of the floor. 'He has a very high IQ which I think is rare for bigs. He is always thinking on the fly. When he talks, I listen. He is right 95% of the time. He is always a few steps ahead on each play. He was injured this season and I expect to see more big production from him', warned JJ Frazier. The Niners Chmenitz shot 57% from the 2 point range and 48% from the three point line and had 17 rebounds and 8 turnovers while the Fraport Skyliners shot 57% from the 2 point range and 53% from the three point line and had 11 rebounds and 6 turnovers. In the third quarter both teams continued to battle away as the Fraport Skyliners would earn their first lead. There would be 5 lead changes as the Fraport Skyliners had the upper hand after 30 minutes leading by 3 points. The Fraport Skyliners stormed out of the break with a swift 5-0 run to gain their first lead of the game at 47-46 as Washington made a lay in and Frazier a three pointer. The Fraport Skyliners were getting more input from their Americans as Frazier dropped another three and Lewis made a lay in for the 52-50 lead. Frankfurt stepped up their defense again and were guarding the 3 point line better as Chemnitz didn't let in rain three's. Not everything was gold what the Fraport Skyliners touched as they would suffer lapses on defense. Wes Clark nailed 2 three's and 2017 NBBL champion Nelson Weidemann scored on penetration as the Niners Chemnitz led 60-56. Klaus Perwas called another key timeout calming his guys down. It definitely helped as the Fraport Skyliners stepped back on the court ready for battle and closed out the third quarter with a 10-3 run to lead 66-63 after 30 minutes. In the run Frankfurt received clutch three's from Lukas Wank, a lay in by Tubutis who by chance got a loose ball that was close to a Lewis turnover and a Washington lay in. 'We had to switch out on their shooters better. We didn't want Filipovity beating us anymore. We did a good job flushing him off the three point line, like their other shooters', stressed JJ Frazier. The Niners Chemnitz would only make 5 three's in the second half. 'We didn't play good defense. Frankfurt began to hit their shots better. We had no answer for them', commented ex Ehingen forward Kevin Yebo. yThe Fraport Skyliners shot 62% from the 2 point area and 48% from the parking lot and had 22 rebounds and 8 turnovers while the Niners Chemnitz shot 46% from the 2 point area and 42% from the parking lot and had 24 rebounds and 10 turnovers. The fourth quarter continued to be a real scrappy duel, but half way through the quarter and 5 lead changes, the Fraport Skyliners would take charge and never look back. The Niners Chemnitz began the fourth quarter solid going on a 6-.2 run to lead 69-68 as Kevin Yebo supplied 4 points and Susinskas made a jumper. Frankfurt continued to be wide awake on offense getting a Lewis lay in and massive two handed stuff by Wank for the 72-69 advantage. The Niners would take one last lead as Nelson Weidemann supplied 5 points with a trey and free throws for the 74-72 Niners lead. But the Fraport Skyliners then showed just how lethal a 17th placed team can be shortly before crunch-time as they went on a 11-0 run to lead 83-74 and have the Niners near to getting out the surrender flag. In the run Frankfurt got huge buckets from Washington who made a trey and lay in while Cooke made a reverse lay up and lay in. Frazier also made free throws after making a spectacular steal on the baseline stripping the ball from Yebo and giving his team possession. 'I was stuck between helping the big and my own guy. I knew that I had to get to the ball before the play happened. I was just in the right place and it worked out for me', added JJ Frazier. Of course the Fraport Skyliners did make it exciting in the last minute giving up 2 three's to Susinskas to cut Frankfurt's advantage to 84-80 with 29 seconds to go. After a Washington free throw, Lukas Wank made a play that would give most coaches headaches attempting an alley-oop pass to Lewis. Wank made the perfect pass and Lewis made the throw me down dunk. But was that risky play correct to do at that point of the game. 'You have to be able to trust the player who your throwing the ball to. It's all about ball placement. If you throw Marcus the ball, you know he will catch it. He is a great athlete and finisher', warned JJ Frazier. Velica made a lay in with 4 seconds to cut Frankfurt's lead to 87-84, but Robertson sealed the win with 2 free throws. 'We have to learn to make the right decisions at the right time and just finish games better. Frankfurt played very well and hit shots. We just couldn't get stops when we needed to', stressed Niners Chmenitz assistant coach Virgil Matthews. 'We made free throws and most importantly didn't turn over the ball. When we were on offense we executed well. The last 2 minutes was beautiful execution', stated JJ Frazier. The Fraport Skyliners had 6 guys in double figures led by Isaiah Washington with 18 points. Lukas Wank and Quantez Robertson supplied 14 points a piece and JJ Frazier and Derek Cooke supplied 12 points apiece while the Niners Chemnitz were led by Marko Filipovity with 18 points. Arnas Velica added 13 points and Kevin Yebo 12 points. The Fraport Skyliners shot 55% from the field and 42% from outside and had 32 rebounds and 11 turnovers while the Niners Chemnitz shot 42% from the field and 40% from outside and had 34 rebounds and 14 turnovers. |
| ProB Round 23: SSV Lok Bernau lose to Sixers - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The Regular Season in ProB is slowly approaching the end. But there may be still some important changes in the final standings in the last 3 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Top ranked SSV Lok Bernau (18-3) recorded its third loss at the home court on Saturday night. Hosts were defeated by second ranked Sixers (17-4) 88-83. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of SSV Lok Bernau. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Sixers made 22-of-26 free shots (84.6 percent) during the game. 24 personal fouls committed by SSV Lok Bernau helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American swingman Donte Nicholas (196-1987, college: FPU) who had a double-double by scoring 32 points and 12 rebounds (was perfect 10-for-10 from the free throw line !!!). Latvian Kristaps Kilps (196-2001) chipped in 23 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Rikus Schulte (206-2004) produced 20 points and 5 rebounds for the hosts. SSV Lok Bernau's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Sixers have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain second place with 17-4 record behind leader Koblenz. SSV Lok Bernau at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. They share it with Hanau. Sixers are looking forward to face Vechta-2 (#5) at home in the next round. SSV Lok Bernau will play against TKS 49ers (#7) in Stahnsdorf and is hoping to win this game. Important game to mention about took place in Wolmirstedt. Sixth ranked Eagles (12-10) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 3rd placed Wolmirstedt (14-7) 86-84 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Wolmirstedt. American point guard Trey McBride (188-1997, college: Northwood) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Emil Marshall contributed with 21 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. American Jordan Talbert (198-1991, college: MSSU) answered with 19 points and 9 rebounds for Wolmirstedt. Eagles moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Bball Loewen. Wolmirstedt at the other side keeps the third position with seven games lost. Eagles will play against Kangaroos (#10) in Iserlohn in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Wolmirstedt will have a break next round. Leader Koblenz delivered the twentieth victory on Friday night. This time they crushed 10th ranked OrangeAcademy (7-14) 109-73. It was a great evening for Alani Moore II who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 6 rebounds, 10 assists and 4 steals. Koblenz's coach Patrick Elzie felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lenny Liedtke responded with 17 points. Koblenz (20-1) have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. They maintain first place. OrangeAcademy lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Rist Wedel and SC Wizards. Koblenz will meet Ehingen/Urspringschule (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. OrangeAcademy will play against Skyliners II and hope to secure a win. Other games of round 23 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Rist Wedel defeated Vechta 2 in a road game 86-74. Koeln smashed TKS 49ers at home 90-66. Herford won against Schwelm on the opponent's court 90-87. Giessen unfortunately lost to Rhoendorf in a home game 92-99. Leitershofen was rolled over Frankfurt Jrs on the road 78-100. Coburg crushed Oberhaching on its own court 100-73. FC Bayern 2 beat SC Wizards in Muenchen 79-72. Bball Loewen won against Ehingen at home 100-84. Hanau managed to outperform Speyer on the opponent's court 73-68. Vechta 2 - Rist Wedel 74-86 There was an upset when 4th placed Vechta-2 (12-8) was defeated at home by eleventh ranked Rist Wedel (7-14) 86-74 on Saturday. Rist Wedel dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Vechta-2's 40. Rist Wedel forced 19 Vechta-2 turnovers. It was a great evening for American point guard Harrison Cleary (185-1997, college: UMC) who led his team to a victory scoring 32 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Czech Michal Kozak (203-1998, college: Weber St.) helped adding 22 points and 5 assists. Leon Okpara (192-1998) responded with 18 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and American guard JJ Culver (193-1997, college: WBU) scored 16 points. Five Vechta-2 players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Rist Wedel moved-up to tenth place, which they share with OrangeAcad. and SC Wizards. Newly promoted Vechta-2 dropped to the fifth position with eight games lost. Rist Wedel will meet at home Giessen Pointers (#13) in the next round. Vechta-2 will play against the league's second-placed Sixers (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Rist Wedel: H.Cleary 32+7reb+6ast, M.Kozak 22+4reb+5ast, O.Christian 11+9reb+1ast, P.Simonas 6+1reb, S.Nikola 6+3reb+2ast, L.Hoffmann 4+7reb+1ast Vechta 2: L.Okpara 18+5reb+5ast, J.Culver 16+3reb+2ast, K.Smit 12+2reb+6ast, B.Karl 11+6reb, J.Noah 10+1reb, B.Kaya 3+2ast Koeln - TKS 49ers 90-66 There was a small surprise in Koeln where ninth ranked RheinStars (10-11) smashed 6th ranked TKS 49ers (11-10) 90-66 on Saturday. It was a great evening for Canadian point guard Ali Sow (185-1998, college: Laurier) who led his team to a victory scoring 15 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists. Andrew Onwuegbuzie (192-1995) helped adding 20 points. Four RheinStars players scored in double figures. Ukrainian point guard Andriy Kozhemiakin (190-1996, agency: BIG) responded with 19 points and 6 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and Robin Jorch (211-1994, college: Boise St.) scored 17 points and 8 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. RheinStars moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Ehingen and Speyer. Loser TKS 49ers dropped to the seventh position with ten games lost. RheinStars will meet Herford (#12) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. TKS 49ers will play against the league's leader SSV Lok Bernau (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Koeln: A.Onwuegbuzie 20+2reb+2ast, R.Hennen 15+2reb+6ast, A.Sow 15+5reb+9ast, A.Bauer 11+3reb, E.Schmidt 8+13reb+1ast, V.Seckendorff Jannis 8+2reb+1ast TKS 49ers: A.Kozhemiakin 19+6reb+3ast, R.Jorch 17+8reb+2ast, L.Wagner 7+2reb, V.Saldern Ferdinand 7+1ast, Y.Hildebrandt 6+2reb, D.Ben 4+5reb Bernau - BSW Sixers 83-88 Top ranked SSV Lok Bernau (18-3) recorded its third loss at the home court on Saturday night. Hosts were defeated by second ranked Sixers (17-4) 88-83. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of SSV Lok Bernau. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Sixers made 22-of-26 free shots (84.6 percent) during the game. 24 personal fouls committed by SSV Lok Bernau helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American swingman Donte Nicholas (196-1987, college: FPU) who had a double-double by scoring 32 points and 12 rebounds (was perfect 10-for-10 from the free throw line !!!). Latvian Kristaps Kilps (196-2001) chipped in 23 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Rikus Schulte (206-2004) produced 20 points and 5 rebounds and American-Bosnian point guard Abdulah Kameric (192-2000) added 18 points and 5 assists respectively for the hosts. SSV Lok Bernau's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Sixers have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain second place with 17-4 record behind leader Koblenz. SSV Lok Bernau at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. They share it with Hanau. Sixers are looking forward to face Vechta-2 (#5) at home in the next round. SSV Lok Bernau will play against TKS 49ers (#7) in Stahnsdorf and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: BSW Sixers: D.Nicholas 32+12reb+3ast, K.Kilps 23+8reb+4ast, R.Hounnou 11+2reb+1ast, H.Warner 7+5reb, E.Rapieque 6+4reb+3ast, M.Rahn 5+4reb Bernau: S.Rikus 20+5reb+1ast, A.Kameric 18+2reb+5ast, I.Small 14+7reb, M.Nils 9+4reb+1ast, R.Elias 7+3reb, R.Lanaras 5+7reb+2ast Schwelm - Herford 87-90 There was a minor upset when 9th ranked Schwelm (9-12) was edged at home by twelfth ranked Herford (3-18) 90-87 on Saturday. Herford outrebounded Schwelm 44-28 including 18 on the offensive glass. It was a great evening for Lithuanian Vaidotas Volkus (203-1985, college: Redlands CC) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Naturalized American Shawn Gulley (200-1993, college: Temple JC) helped adding 15 points and 14 rebounds. Naturalized American Chris Frazier (182-1990, college: Dubuque) responded with 22 points and 5 assists and American CJ Oldham (202-1991, college: Gannon) scored 11 points and 5 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Newly promoted Herford maintains twelfth place with 3-18 record. Loser Schwelm keeps the ninth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Iserlohn. Herford will meet at home higher ranked RheinStars (#8) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Schwelm will play against Dragons Rhoendorf and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Herford: V.Volkus 22+11reb+2ast, F.Beck 16+2reb, J.Mello-Klein 15+9reb+8ast, S.Gulley 15+14reb+3ast, D.Zvinklys 11+3reb, M.Klesper 8+3reb+4ast Schwelm: C.Frazier 22+1reb+5ast, C.Oldham 11+4reb+5ast, R.Merz 10+3reb+1ast, V.Ziring 10+2reb+3ast, J.Flaa 10+1reb+3ast, T.Hornscheidt 9+2reb Giessen - Rhoendorf 92-99 Very predictable result when fourth ranked Dragons Rhoendorf (13-8) beat on the road 13th ranked Giessen Pointers (1-19) 99-92 on Saturday. It was a great evening for American point guard Devon Goodman (184-1997, college: Pennsylvania) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists. Florian Koch (197-1992) helped adding 22 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. American guard Jacob Ledoux (190-1997, college: UTPB) responded with 33 points (!!!) and 9 assists and naturalized Serbian Nemanja Nadjfeji (198-2000) scored 10 points and 6 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Giessen Pointers' coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Dragons Rhoendorf have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Frankfurt Jrs. Giessen Pointers lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth position with 19 games lost. Dragons Rhoendorf will meet at home Schwelm (#9) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Giessen Pointers will play against Rist Wedel (#11) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Rhoendorf: F.Koch 22+8reb+4ast, D.Goodman 21+7reb+10ast, J.Falkenstein 16+2ast, Z.Bangala 14+5reb, N.Buchholz 10+1reb+2ast, P.Albrecht 8+6reb+1ast Giessen: J.Ledoux 33+4reb+9ast, S.Tim 12+1ast, B.Lischka 11+3reb+1ast, N.Nadjfeji 10+6reb+3ast, T.Troussel 7+1reb, C.Kenntemich 6+4reb Wolmirstedt - Itzehoe 84-86 Important game to mention about took place in Wolmirstedt. Sixth ranked Eagles (12-10) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 3rd placed Wolmirstedt (14-7) 86-84 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Wolmirstedt. American point guard Trey McBride (188-1997, college: Northwood) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Emil Marshall (198-2000) contributed with 21 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. American Jordan Talbert (198-1991, college: MSSU) answered with 19 points and 9 rebounds and point guard Martin Bogdanov (186-1992) added 18 points and 6 assists in the effort for Wolmirstedt. Four Wolmirstedt players scored in double figures. Eagles moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Bball Loewen. Wolmirstedt at the other side keeps the third position with seven games lost. Eagles will play against Kangaroos (#10) in Iserlohn in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Wolmirstedt will have a break next round. Top scorers: Itzehoe: T.McBride 22+7reb+4ast, E.Marshall 21+6reb+1ast, J.Fritsche 15+4reb, S.Rombley 9+9reb+1ast, E.Nyberg 7+4reb+4ast, T.Lang 7+2reb+4ast Wolmirstedt: J.Talbert 19+9reb+3ast, M.Bogdanov 18+4reb+6ast, B.Borekambi 14+10reb+2ast, L.Winter 13+4reb+4ast, L.Hoppe 9+3ast, M.Begue 6+1reb Frankfurt Jrs - Leitershofen 100-78 Not a big story in a game in Frankfurt where 9th ranked Kangaroos (8-13) were outplayed by third ranked Skyliners II (13-8) 100-78 on Saturday. Skyliners II forced 27 Kangaroos turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Kangaroos' players. It was a great evening for forward Justin Onyejiaka (195-2004) who led his team to a victory scoring 21 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Jordan Samare (202-2002) helped adding 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Skyliners II's coach Sepehr Tarrah felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American Teathloach Pal (206-1997, college: Sioux Falls) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds and point guard Lucas Mayer (185-1999) scored 18 points and 7 assists. Five Skyliners II and four Kangaroos players scored in double figures. Skyliners II have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain third place with 13-8 record having five points less than leader Koblenz, which they share with Rhoendorf. Newly promoted Kangaroos keep the ninth position with 13 games lost. Skyliners II will meet OrangeAcademy (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Kangaroos will play against Coburg and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Frankfurt Jrs: O.Justin 21+6reb+4ast, J.Samare 20+5reb+5ast, A.Nolan 17+6reb+2ast, R.Alexander 13+5reb+1ast, P.Hadenfeldt 12+3reb+5ast, A.Onyia 6+1reb+6ast Leitershofen: T.Pal 18+11reb, L.Mayer 18+3reb+7ast, L.Vincent Londene 13+4reb+2ast, M.Hack-Vazquez 11+3reb+1ast, N.Tomic 7+3reb+1ast, T.Stjepan 5+4reb+1ast Coburg - Oberhaching 100-73 The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Coburg's (13-9) home victory over 5th ranked Deisenhofen (11-11) 100-73 on Saturday. Coburg forced 21 Deisenhofen turnovers. Strangely Deisenhofen outrebounded Coburg 38-25 including 24 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Deisenhofen's players. It was a great evening for Spanish point guard Jose Carrasco (185-1994) who led his team to a victory scoring 21 points, 7 assists and 5 steals. Naturalized American point guard Tyreese Blunt (192-2002) helped adding 20 points and 5 assists. Coburg's coach Jessica Miller felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Bernhard Benke (208-1997) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 15 rebounds and Moritz Noeres (200-2000) scored 19 points and 5 rebounds. Coburg maintains fourth place with 13-9 record. Loser Deisenhofen dropped to the sixth position with 11 games lost. Coburg will meet Kangaroos (#9) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Deisenhofen will have a break next round. Top scorers: Coburg: J.Carrasco 21+2reb+7ast, B.Tyreese 20+3reb+5ast, B.Leon 19+5reb, H.Nico 8+1reb+2ast, P.Adrian 7+1ast, J.Sonnefeld 7+3reb+1ast Oberhaching: M.Noeres 19+5reb+1ast, J.Koegler 18+2reb+4ast, B.Benke 15+15reb+2ast, F.Fischer 8+5reb, J.Dippold 6+3reb, A.Buchmann 3+3reb SC Wizards - FC Bayern 2 72-79 There was a minor upset in Karlsruhe where 10th ranked Arvato College Wizards (7-14) were defeated by thirteenth ranked Bayern (4-17) 79-72 on Saturday. Bayern outrebounded Arvato College Wizards 42-28 including 27 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for Montenegrin point guard Amar Licina (180-2004) who led his team to a victory scoring 25 points. Marco Frank (198-2003) helped adding 13 points and 11 rebounds. Christoph Rupp (195-1994) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists and American point guard Christian Rodriguez (180-1999, college: Cornerstone) scored 17 points and 8 assists. Arvato College Wizards' coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Bayern maintains thirteenth place with 4-17 record. Arvato College Wizards lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Rist Wedel and OrangeAcad.. Bayern will meet at home higher ranked Ludwigsburg (#12) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Arvato College Wizards will play against the league's second-placed White Wings and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: FC Bayern 2: L.Amar 25+1reb, F.Marco 13+11reb+1ast, S.Mohamed 11+8reb, D.Dominik 8+1reb+2ast, J.Agyepong 7+3reb+3ast, A.Alec 6+6reb+1ast SC Wizards: C.Rupp 22+10reb+8ast, K.Drammeh 19+4reb, C.Rodriguez 17+1reb+8ast, V.Hennen 5+3reb, J.Olowookere 3+3reb+4ast, H.Jakob 2+2reb+2ast Bball Loewen - Ehingen 100-84 No shocking result in a game in Erfurt where fifth ranked Loewen (12-10) defeated 8th ranked Ehingen/Urspringschule (10-11) 100-84 on Sunday. Loewen made 19-of-21 free shots (90.5 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a great evening for Ivorian-French Guy Landry Edi (198-1988, college: Gonzaga) who led his team to a victory scoring 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. American Tyseem Lyles (185-1992, college: Mercy) helped adding 20 points and 6 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Loewen's coach Enrico Kufuor used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Center Vincent Neugebauer (213-2002) responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds and Moritz Heck (201-2002) scored 20 points and 5 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Loewen have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain fifth place with 12-10 record, which they share with Itzehoe. Loser Ehingen/Urspringschule dropped to the seventh position with 11 games lost. They share it with Speyer and Koeln. Loewen will meet at home Speyer (#7) in the next round. Ehingen/Urspringschule will play against the league's leader Koblenz and hope to secure a win and be promoted back to the ProA just one year after relegation. Top scorers: Bball Loewen: T.Lyles 20+4reb+6ast, G.Landry Edi 19+9reb+4ast, P.Dominykas 17+9reb+1ast, A.Ceesay 16+5reb+8ast, L.Schiller 14+2reb, F.Otto 6+1reb Ehingen: N.Vincent 23+10reb, H.Moritz 20+5reb+2ast, D.Zacek 12+6reb+3ast, P.Erik 12+2reb+2ast, I.Delgado 11+3reb+6ast, N.Timo 4+1reb+2ast Speyer - Hanau 68-73 Very expected game when 7th ranked Speyer (10-11) was defeated at home by second ranked White Wings (18-3) 73-68 on Sunday. It was a great evening for center Soeren Urbansky (214-2000) who led his team to a victory scoring 13 points and 7 rebounds. Serbian Marko Djordjevic (200-2003) helped adding 13 points and 6 rebounds. Center David Aichele (212-1999) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 12 rebounds and 8 blocks and American DJ Woodmore (190-1992, college: VWU) scored 21 points. White Wings keep a position of league leader, which they share with Bernau. Loser Speyer keeps the seventh place with 11 games lost. They share the position with Ehingen and Koeln. White Wings will meet at home Arvato College Wizards (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Speyer will play against Loewen (#5) in Erfurt and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Hanau: D.Marko 13+6reb+2ast, S.Urbansky 13+7reb+2ast, T.Martinez 11+4reb+3ast, B.Sebastian 9+6reb+2ast, F.Simon 9+2reb+1ast, W.Philipp 8+10reb Speyer: D.Woodmore 21+2reb+2ast, D.Aichele 16+12reb+2ast, S.Ian 8+3reb, J.Babic 8+4reb+6ast, G.Nils 7+7reb+2ast, Q.Lollis Jr. 6+8reb+4ast Koblenz - OrangeAcad. 109-73 Leader Koblenz delivered the twentieth victory on Friday night. This time they crushed 10th ranked OrangeAcademy (7-14) 109-73. Koblenz dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to OrangeAcademy's 34. Koblenz forced 22 OrangeAcademy turnovers and outrebounded them 39-22 including 25 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. It was a great evening for American point guard Alani Moore II (178-1998, college: Temple) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 6 rebounds, 10 assists and 4 steals. Point guard Marvin Heckel (190-1997) helped adding 20 points and 6 assists. Four Koblenz players scored in double figures. Koblenz's coach Patrick Elzie felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lenny Liedtke (198-2004) responded with 17 points and center Antonio Dorn (212-2003) scored 17 points and 7 rebounds. Koblenz (20-1) have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. They maintain first place. OrangeAcademy lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Rist Wedel and SC Wizards. Koblenz will meet Ehingen/Urspringschule (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. OrangeAcademy will play against Skyliners II and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Koblenz: M.Heckel 20+1reb+6ast, A.Moore II 19+6reb+10ast, M.Poelking 13+8reb+1ast, L.Friederici 12+3reb, D.Johnson 11+6reb+3ast, B.Butler 9+7reb+1ast OrangeAcad.: L.Lenny 17+4reb+3ast, D.Antonio 17+7reb, L.Grosskopf 10+4reb+2ast, R.Marko 8+1reb+7ast, D.Simeon 6+4reb+3ast, C.Joel 5+1reb |
| Regionalliga Round 25: Neustadt TSV lose to Brauschweig - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in Regionalliga. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Round in Regionalliga means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in Braunschweig where host SG Braunschweig (14-7) edged league's leader Neustadt TSV (18-4) 96-94 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Neustadt TSV. Point guard Simon Roosch (198-2001) fired 24 points for the winners. Olivier Borgol (203-2002) chipped in 23 points and 4 steals. Dutch point guard Dyon Doekhi (188-1987) produced 24 points and 5 assists for lost side. SG Braunschweig have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain fifth place with 14-7 record. Neustadt TSV at the other side dropped to the second position with four games lost. They share it with Berlin BG 2000. They were replaced at the leadership position by Saarlouis. Neustadt TSV will play next round against Goetting.ASC trying to make it back to the top of the standings. SG Braunschweig will try to continue on its current victory against eleventh ranked Oldenburger TB on the road. Top ranked ETB Miners (19-5) recorded its fifth loss in Essen. Hosts were defeated by fifth ranked BSV Wulfen (13-11) 93-85. Worth to mention a great performance of American point guard Bryant Allen (183-1990, college: Dakota St.) who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 5 rebounds. Gabriel Jung contributed with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American guard Devin Peterson (185, college: WCU) answered with 20 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for ETB Miners. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. BSV Wulfen maintains fifth place with 13-11 record, which they share with Lich Basketball. ETB Miners at the other side still keep top position with five games lost. BSV Wulfen will play against Hertener Loewen (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. ETB Miners will play against BG TVO / Jahn (#13) in Lindhorst and hope to get back on the winning track. Very important is a road loss of third ranked Koeln DTV (14-10) against twelfth ranked Leverkusen 2 (11-13) on Friday night. Visiting Koeln DTV was crushed by Leverkusen 2 in Leverkusen 91-57. Yannick Kneesch stepped up and scored 18 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. At the losing side Elijah Jenkins responded with 18 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Leverkusen 2. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 5 other teams. Newly promoted Koeln DTV keeps the third position with ten games lost. They share it with Muenster 2. Leverkusen 2 will meet Recklinghausen (#10) on the road in the next round. Koeln DTV will play against Hagen BG (#8) and hope to secure a win. Other games of round 25 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Wusterhausen was crushed by Goetting.ASC in Goettingen 90-44. Bergedorf beat Rendsburg at home 70-65. Aschersleben lost to Bargteheide on the opponent's court 81-86. Westerstede unfortunately lost to Oldenburger TB in a home game 63-71. Langen rolled over Giessen Ak. on the road 66-47. Lich Basketball was defeated by Saarlouis on its own court 80-85. Ulm BBU 01 was beaten by Stuttgart MVT in a road game 78-66. Limburg won against Bensheim at home 85-78. Fellbach managed to outperform Mannheim on the opponent's court 74-61. Soeflingen recorded a loss to Reutlingen in a home game 80-88. BG TVO / Jahn was defeated by Hagen BG on the road 92-79. Muenster 2 smashed Recklinghausen on its own court 90-66. Ibbenbueren won against Bonn 2 in a road game 87-72. Loewen unfortunately lost to Hamm at home 79-84. Hagen-Haspe recorded a loss to Aachen on the opponent's court 97-100. Group NorthGoetting.ASC - Wusterhausen 90-44There was no surprise in Goettingen where 10th ranked WSG Koenigs (4-18) were crushed by sixth ranked Goetting.ASC (13-8) 90-44 on Saturday. Goetting.ASC held WSG Koenigs to an opponent 24.2 percent shooting from the field compared to 48.6 percent accuracy of the winners. Goetting.ASC forced 23 WSG Koenigs turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by WSG Koenigs' players. The former international power forward Dennis Kramer (209-1992, college: San Diego) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and Christopher Schultz (194-2003) chipped in 17 points and 5 assists. Four Goetting.ASC players scored in double figures. At the losing side Amani Ogette (201-1998) responded with 10 points and 7 rebounds and Tim Schwolow (203-1997) scored 6 points and 9 rebounds. WSG Koenigs' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Goetting.ASC maintains sixth place with 13-8 record. WSG Koenigs lost their third game in a row. They keep the tenth position with 18 games lost. Goetting.ASC will meet league's second-placed Neustadt TSV on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. WSG Koenigs will play against the league's leader Stade (#1) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Goetting.ASC: A.Jesse 21+2reb+1ast, S.Christopher 17+4reb+5ast, D.Kramer 17+14reb+6ast, N.Schultz 12+4reb+2ast, J.Janis 8+10reb+3ast, L.Erik 8+1ast Wusterhausen: M.Ramanarivo 13+3reb, A.Ogette 10+7reb, G.Sebastian 7+2reb+1ast, T.Schwolow 6+9reb+1ast, D.Enrique 4+6reb, J.Maksim 2+1reb+2ast Bergedorf - Rendsburg 70-65 There was a surprise result in Hamburg where twelfth ranked Bergedorf (3-19) defeated higher ranked Rendsburg (7-15) 70-65 on Saturday. Bergedorf looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Center Yngve Jentz (207-1997) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and Ukrainian forward Dmitro Zolotarov (193-1992) chipped in 18 points and 10 rebounds. At the losing side forward Henning Rixen (196-1999) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds and Slovenian guard Mai Zvegla (-2004) scored 8 points and 6 rebounds. Bergedorf moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Oldenburger TB. Rendsburg lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the eighth position with 15 games lost. Bergedorf will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Rendsburg will play against Bargteheide (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Bergedorf: D.Zolotarov 18+10reb+1ast, Y.Jentz 17+10reb+6ast, L.Fock 13+1reb+3ast, H.Prince 8+3reb+8ast, B.Alonzo 8+3reb, C.Davis 4+2reb Rendsburg: H.Rixen 13+12reb+2ast, L.Willer 12, B.Becker 10+4reb+1ast, H.Gbenga 9+1reb+1ast, Z.Mai 8+6reb+3ast, J.Malte 7+4reb Bargteheide - Aschersleben 86-81 There was a minor upset when 4th placed Aschersleben (15-7) was defeated on the road by seventh ranked Bargteheide (13-9) 86-81 on Saturday. American guard Jeremy Ingram (183-1991, college: AAMU) stepped up and scored 28 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and point guard Abdulai Abaker (185-1996) chipped in 14 points, 9 rebounds, 9 assists and 5 steals. At the losing side forward Julius Stahl (197-1995) responded with 19 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and Piet Niehus (188-1998) scored 14 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Newly promoted Bargteheide maintains seventh place with 13-9 record. Loser Aschersleben keeps the fourth position with seven games lost. Bargteheide will meet Rendsburg (#8) on the road in the next round. Aschersleben will play against Berlin BG 2000 (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Bargteheide: J.Ingram 28+7reb+2ast, M.Hoppe 18+6reb+2ast, A.Abaker 14+9reb+9ast, V.Migunov 10+11reb+3ast, S.Tobias 10+6reb+1ast, C.Carl 3+2reb+1ast Aschersleben: J.Stahl 19+6reb+5ast, P.Niehus 14+8reb+5ast, V.Hain Yannick 13+3reb+1ast, F.Galiano 11+7reb+1ast, D.Moorer 11+12reb+2ast, M.Beckmann 5+1reb Westerstede - Oldenburger TB 63-71 There was a small surprise when twelfth ranked Oldenburger TB (3-19) beat on the road 9th ranked Westerstede (6-17) 71-63 on Saturday. Oldenburger TB forced 22 Westerstede turnovers. Andre Galler (195-1992) stepped up and scored 19 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and forward Bart Zents (198-1992) chipped in 9 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. At the losing side point guard Luca Michels (183-2002) responded with 27 points (made all of his seven free throws) and Felix Meyer-Tonndorf (196-1996) scored 10 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Oldenburger TB moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Bergedorf. Westerstede lost their third game in a row. They keep the ninth position with 17 games lost. Oldenburger TB will meet at home higher ranked SG Braunschweig (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Westerstede will have a break next round. Top scorers: Oldenburger TB: A.Galler 19+6reb+3ast, J.Albrecht 12+5reb, L.Fynn 11+1reb+4ast, N.Sander 9+7reb+1ast, B.Zents 9+10reb+5ast, Y.Twiehaus 8+1reb+1ast Westerstede: M.Luca 27+4reb, F.Meyer-Tonndorf 10+6reb+4ast, K.Gasper 7+4reb+1ast, S.Dario 6+1reb+1ast, H.Joel 3+10reb+1ast, K.Lazar 3+8reb Braunschweig - Neustadt TSV 96-94 Round in Regionalliga means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in Braunschweig where host SG Braunschweig (14-7) edged league's leader Neustadt TSV (18-4) 96-94 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Neustadt TSV. Point guard Simon Roosch (198-2001) fired 24 points for the winners. Olivier Borgol (203-2002) chipped in 23 points and 4 steals. Dutch point guard Dyon Doekhi (188-1987) produced 24 points and 5 assists and Joshua Burgunder (194-2001) added 22 points respectively for lost side. Four Neustadt TSV players scored in double figures. SG Braunschweig have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain fifth place with 14-7 record. Neustadt TSV at the other side dropped to the second position with four games lost. They share it with Berlin BG 2000. They were replaced at the leadership position by Saarlouis. Neustadt TSV will play next round against Goetting.ASC trying to make it back to the top of the standings. SG Braunschweig will try to continue on its current victory against eleventh ranked Oldenburger TB on the road. Top scorers: Braunschweig: S.Roosch 24+2reb, B.Olivier 23+1reb+2ast, A.Gian 17+9ast, G.Mertcan 9+4reb+1ast, G.Jannik 8+6reb+1ast, H.Romario 6+4reb Neustadt TSV: D.Doekhi 24+4reb+5ast, J.Burgunder 22+3reb, D.Mohammed Braimoh 13, D.Westbrook 10+4reb+2ast, C.Kwilu 9+2reb, M.Buhl 9+5reb Group South-WestGiessen Ak. - Langen 47-66Not a big story in a game when 13th ranked Giessen Ak. (3-21) was outplayed at home by third ranked TV Langen (19-6) 66-47 on Saturday. TV Langen forced 20 Giessen Ak. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Giessen Ak.'s players. Center Florian Dietrich (203-2000) stepped up and scored 10 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and Risto Vasiljevic (195-2001) chipped in 14 points and 5 rebounds. TV Langen's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side point guard Jon Ukaj (185-2005) responded with 12 points and Christopher Herget (180-2004) scored 2 points and 6 rebounds. TV Langen maintains third place with 19-6 record having just one point less than leader Saarlouis. Giessen Ak. lost their eleventh game in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the thirteenth position with 21 games lost. TV Langen will meet at home Limburg (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Giessen Ak. will play against Tuebingen and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Langen: R.Vasiljevic 14+5reb, N.Pons 12+5reb+2ast, F.Dietrich 10+7reb+2ast, S.Sven 9+2reb, J.Lukas 7+1reb+2ast, P.Jenkins 6+5reb+2ast Giessen Ak.: U.Jon 12+3reb+2ast, A.Detwan 6+4reb, H.Yahel 5+2reb+2ast, M.Orkun 4, H.Till 2, L.Erik 2+2reb Lich Basketball - Saarlouis 80-85 Everything went according to plan when first ranked Saarlouis (22-4) won against on the road 6th ranked Licher Basket (13-11) 85-80 on Saturday. American guard Ricky Easterling (189-1983, college: Bridgewater) stepped up and scored 24 points and 5 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import center Jordan Camper (203, college: Lincoln, PA) chipped in 19 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side power forward Yannik Ribbecke (197-1997) responded with 20 points and 7 rebounds and the former international Johannes Lischka (203-1987) scored 20 points and 5 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Saarlouis. They maintain first place with 22-4 record. Newly promoted Licher Basket dropped to the fifth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Wulfen. Saarlouis will meet at home Kronberg (#14) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Licher Basket will play against Ulm BBU 01 (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Saarlouis: R.Easterling 24+5reb+3ast, J.Camper 19+7reb, R.Paulo 15+3reb, F.Kirsch 10+2reb+4ast, D.Tom 8+2reb+4ast, M.Meier 6+7reb+3ast Lich Basketball: J.Lischka 20+5reb, Y.Ribbecke 20+7reb+2ast, S.Felix-Frederik 11+10reb+2ast, T.Wagner 10+2reb+1ast, R.Johannes 8+4reb+1ast, J.Finn 5+3reb Stuttgart MVT - Ulm BBU 01 78-66 There was a minor upset when 5th ranked Ulm BBU 01 (14-11) was defeated on the road by eighth ranked Stuttgart MVT (11-13) 78-66 on Saturday. Stuttgart MVT dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Ulm BBU 01's 26. Stuttgart MVT forced 19 Ulm BBU 01 turnovers. Point guard Fekremariam Abraha (186-1999) stepped up and scored 14 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and Edward Hall chipped in 13 points and 8 rebounds. Four Stuttgart MVT players scored in double figures. Stuttgart MVT's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side Latrell Grosskopf (200-2001) responded with 26 points and 8 rebounds and Bulgarian Simeon Dimitrov (199-2004) scored 12 points. Stuttgart MVT moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Ulm BBU 01 keeps the fifth position with 11 games lost. Stuttgart MVT will meet league's second-placed Fellbach on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Ulm BBU 01 will play against Licher Basket and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Stuttgart MVT: V.Lampropoulos 15+2reb+1ast, F.Abraha 14+8reb+4ast, H.Edward 13+8reb, M.Hugo 11+5reb+2ast, Q.Kunst 8+7reb, J.Jose 5+2reb+2ast Ulm BBU 01: L.Grosskopf 26+8reb, D.Simeon 12+2reb+1ast, S.Linus 9+1reb+1ast, Z.Yannick 8+4reb, B.Lucca 6+7reb, G.Nils 3+7reb+2ast Limburg - Bensheim 85-78 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when twelfth ranked Limburg (8-16) defeated at home 11th ranked Bensheim (8-16) 85-78 on Saturday. Austrian-Croatian point guard Matej Kljaic (189-1993) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 6 rebounds and 13 assists for the winners and Canadian point guard Sean Stoqua (180) chipped in 10 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side Canadian point guard Reece Brooks (178, college: Lindsey Wilson) responded with 22 points and 4 assists and power forward Tilman Isensee (206-1987) scored 14 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Five Limburg and four Bensheim players scored in double figures. Limburg moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with defeated Bensheim. Limburg will meet higher ranked TV Langen (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Bensheim will play against Soeflingen (#8) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Limburg: M.Kljaic 18+6reb+13ast, H.Florestedt 15+4reb+1ast, J.Stallbohm 14+4reb+2ast, J.Beckmann 11+3reb, S.Stoqua 10+9reb+4ast, B.Campinar 6 Bensheim: R.Brooks 22+2reb+4ast, M.Liyanage 14+6reb+4ast, T.Isensee 14+8reb+4ast, W.Philipp 14+2reb+5ast, T.Jan 8+6reb+1ast, F.Becker 4+1reb+1ast Mannheim - Fellbach 61-74 Rather expected game when 4th placed Mannheim (15-9) was defeated at home by second ranked Fellbach (21-4) 74-61 on Sunday. Guard Lars Berger (194-1996) stepped up and scored 13 points for the winners and center Andreas Kronhardt (205-1989) chipped in 12 points and 5 rebounds. Four Fellbach players scored in double figures. At the losing side Tobias Faller responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 11 rebounds and Polish Slawomir Klocek (192-1984) scored 8 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the fourteenth consecutive win for Fellbach. They maintain second place with 21-4 record having just three point less than leader Saarlouis. Loser Mannheim keeps the fourth position with nine games lost. Fellbach will meet at home Stuttgart MVT (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Mannheim will play against Reutlingen and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Fellbach: L.Berger 13+4reb+3ast, G.Andre 12+3reb, A.Kronhardt 12+5reb+3ast, Z.Thompson 10+2reb+2ast, C.Sikalidis 6+5reb+1ast, T.Ulevicius 6+2reb+3ast Mannheim: F.Tobias 23+11reb+1ast, C.Eric 12+1reb+3ast, B.Joris 8+5reb+3ast, S.Klocek 8+7reb+4ast, K.Tim 4+3reb+4ast, D.Medo 2+3reb Soeflingen - Reutlingen 80-88 There was a small surprise in Ulm where ninth ranked Reutlingen (11-13) beat 7th ranked Soeflingen (11-13) 88-80 on Sunday. Reutlingen forced 22 Soeflingen turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. American power forward Nick Mosley (203-1988, college: Tarleton St.) stepped up and scored 29 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) for the winners and Noel Duarte (186-2001) chipped in 25 points and 4 assists. At the losing side center Marko Markovic responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) and Laurin Ertekin scored 15 points and 4 assists. Soeflingen's coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Reutlingen moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 5 other teams including defeated Soeflingen. Soeflingen lost their fifth game in a row. Reutlingen will meet at home higher ranked Mannheim (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Soeflingen will play against Bensheim and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Reutlingen: N.Mosley 29+5reb+7ast, D.Noel 25+4reb+4ast, T.Duarte Lino 11+9reb+2ast, M.Haegele 9+1reb+6ast, N.Gaurina 7+5reb+1ast, D.Niko 5+3reb+2ast Soeflingen: M.Marko 19+14reb+2ast, E.Laurin 15+1reb+4ast, W.Adrian 13+4reb+2ast, F.Marius 9+1reb+1ast, P.Antic 6, N.Dejworek 5+2reb+1ast Group WestLeverkusen 2 - Koeln DTV 91-57Very important is a road loss of third ranked Koeln DTV (14-10) against twelfth ranked Leverkusen 2 (11-13) on Friday night. Visiting Koeln DTV was crushed by Leverkusen 2 in Leverkusen 91-57. Leverkusen 2 forced 20 Koeln DTV turnovers. Center Yannick Kneesch (204-1996) stepped up and scored 18 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and Thomas Fankhauser (201-2001) chipped in 17 points and 7 rebounds. Four Leverkusen 2 players scored in double figures. At the losing side American-British guard Elijah Jenkins (190, college: Embry Riddle) responded with 18 points and Julian Litera (199-1999) scored 11 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Leverkusen 2. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 5 other teams. Newly promoted Koeln DTV keeps the third position with ten games lost. They share it with Muenster 2. Leverkusen 2 will meet Recklinghausen (#10) on the road in the next round. Koeln DTV will play against Hagen BG (#8) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Leverkusen 2: Y.Kneesch 18+6reb, T.Fankhauser 17+7reb, T.Michel 13+6reb+1ast, V.Frankl-Maus 12+2reb+6ast, S.Queck 8+2reb+2ast, J.Gottschalk 8+10reb+2ast Koeln DTV: E.Jenkins 18+4reb+1ast, J.Litera 11+3reb+1ast, C.Froehlingsdorf 7+3reb, B.Vass Franz 5+2reb, N.Schmidt 4+2reb, V.Blass 4+8reb+1ast Hagen BG - BG TVO / Jahn 92-79 Not a big story in a game when 13th ranked BG TVO / Jahn (7-17) was defeated on the road by ninth ranked Hagen BG (12-12) 92-79 on Friday. Naturalized American point guard Anthony Watkins (194-2000) stepped up and scored 23 points and 4 steals for the winners and Luka Zajic (195-2004) chipped in 21 points and 6 rebounds. Five Hagen BG players scored in double figures. Hagen BG's coach Tome Zdravevski used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side French forward Jessy Kangaba (196-1995) responded with 25 points and 6 rebounds (made all of his seven free throws) and point guard Leon Schmugge (175-1997) scored 18 points and 7 assists. Hagen BG moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Hagen-Haspe and Bonn 2. BG TVO / Jahn lost their sixth game in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the thirteenth position with 17 games lost. Hagen BG will meet higher ranked Koeln DTV (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. BG TVO / Jahn will play against the league's leader ETB Miners (#1) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Hagen BG: W.Anthony 23+4reb+2ast, Z.Luka 21+6reb, J.Ben 11+6reb+1ast, P.Finn-Luca 11+2reb, V.Nedzinskas 10+8reb+4ast, V.Nino 5+1reb+2ast BG TVO / Jahn: K.Jessy 25+6reb, L.Schmugge 18+2reb+7ast, B.Phillip 9+4reb+2ast, V.Tomy 8+1reb, M.Thabiso 8+12reb+1ast, M.Hermsen 7+3reb Muenster 2 - Recklinghausen 90-66 Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked Muenster 2 (14-10) outleveled at home 9th ranked Recklinghausen (11-13) 90-66 on Saturday. Paul Viefhues (195-2005) stepped up and scored 25 points and 8 rebounds for the winners and point guard Lorenz Neuhaus (183-2003) chipped in 10 points and 7 assists. Muenster 2's coach felt very confident that he used 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side American forward Obi Okafor (198, college: Drury, agency: GoEmpire Group) responded with 24 points and 8 rebounds and Lennard Kaprolat (187-2002) scored 11 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Recklinghausen players scored in double figures. Muenster 2 moved-up to third place, which they share with Koeln DTV. Loser Recklinghausen dropped to the seventh position with 13 games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Muenster 2 will meet league's second-placed Ibbenbueren on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Recklinghausen will play against Leverkusen 2 (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Muenster 2: V.Paul 25+8reb+1ast, N.Lorenz 10+3reb+7ast, F.Aumann 10+2reb+1ast, A.Koenig 10+3reb+3ast, J.Koenig 9+1reb+5ast, S.Phil 8+6reb Recklinghausen: O.Okafor 24+8reb+3ast, L.Kaprolat 11+8reb+4ast, D.Stachanczyk 10+5reb+1ast, T.Kotnik 10+9reb+1ast, P.Tymm 5+3reb, O.Nebo 2+3reb Bonn 2 - Ibbenbueren 72-87 There was no surprise when 5th ranked Bonn 2 (12-12) was defeated at home by second ranked Ibbenbueren (16-8) 87-72 on Saturday. Ibbenbueren dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Bonn 2's 34. They outrebounded Bonn 2 49-30 including 16 on the offensive glass. Argentinian Victorio Dente (193-1992) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 13 rebounds for the winners and point guard Niklas Husmann (187-1998) chipped in 21 points (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Four Ibbenbueren players scored in double figures. At the losing side Canadian point guard Justin Andrew (183, college: St.Francis X.) responded with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and American forward Jamel McAllister (201-1991, college: WSSU) scored 15 points and 6 rebounds. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Ibbenbueren. They maintain second place with 16-8 record having just three points less than leader Saarlouis. Loser Bonn 2 dropped to the sixth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Hagen BG and Hagen-Haspe. Ibbenbueren will meet at home Muenster 2 (#4) in the next round. Bonn 2 will play against Hagen-Haspe and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Ibbenbueren: V.Dente 21+13reb+3ast, N.Husmann 21+4reb+2ast, W.Jan 14+9reb, M.Porcher Jimenez 12+5reb+1ast, B.Fumey 9+3reb, J.Manuel Barga 3+8reb Bonn 2: J.Andrew 20+5reb+5ast, J.McAllister 15+6reb, K.Maximilian 15+1reb+1ast, M.Diallo 8+7reb+3ast, M.Janne 7+2reb+1ast, I.Aaron 4+5reb+1ast Loewen - Hamm 79-84 Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both eleventh ranked Hamm and 12th ranked Hertener Loewen had identical 10-13 record. But Hertener Loewen was not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Hamm 84-79 on Saturday night. Naturalized Bosnian forward Mateo Zovko (193-1998, college: Laramie CC) stepped up and scored 24 points and 5 rebounds for the winners and American guard Tyler Brevard (189-1998, college: Lander) chipped in 21 points and 5 assists. Brevard is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the losing side naturalized Italian Dario Fiorentino (206-1986) responded with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 15 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) and Kosovan guard Faton Jetullahi (188-1994) scored 18 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Hamm (11-13) moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Hertener Loewen dropped to the tenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Tuebingen. Hamm will meet at home Aachen (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Hertener Loewen will play against BSV Wulfen (#5) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Hamm: M.Zovko 24+5reb+2ast, T.Brevard 21+4reb+5ast, K.Kevin 15+5reb+5ast, K.Jascal 8+10reb+1ast, E.Francisco 6+5reb, M.Abdiwahid 3+1reb Loewen: D.Fiorentino 29+15reb+3ast, F.Jetullahi 18+6reb+6ast, M.Buljevic 13, C.Schwartz 9+3reb+2ast, L.Erkkila 8+1reb, O.Tyler 0 Aachen - Hagen-Haspe 100-97 There was an upset when higher ranked Hagen-Haspe (12-12) was edged on the road by fourteenth ranked Aachen (6-18) 100-97 on Saturday. Aachen made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Swingman Tim Schoenborn (193-1990) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 32 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and American forward Sasha French (211-1996, college: Azusa Pacific) chipped in 23 points and 8 rebounds. At the losing side American swingman Ricardo Artis II (198-1993, college: Wiley) responded with 34 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds and Dutch point guard Sven Cikara (188-2001, agency: One Motive Sports) scored 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Newly promoted Aachen maintains fourteenth place with 6-18 record. Hagen-Haspe lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the sixth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Hagen BG and Bonn 2. Aachen will meet higher ranked Hamm (#11) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Hagen-Haspe will play against Bonn 2 (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Aachen: T.Schoenborn 32+10reb+2ast, S.French 23+8reb+1ast, H.Felix 17+1reb+3ast, B.Henrik 11+6reb+1ast, C.Lagemann 4+1reb, M.Boldt 4+6reb+3ast Hagen-Haspe: R.Artis II 34+8reb+2ast, C.Sven 22+5reb+5ast, I.Jordan 11+5reb+2ast, M.Margaritis 10+6reb+2ast, K.Felix 6+1reb, O.Maximilian 6+3reb+1ast ETB Miners - Wulfen 85-93 Top ranked ETB Miners (19-5) recorded its fifth loss in Essen. Hosts were defeated by fifth ranked BSV Wulfen (13-11) 93-85. ETB Miners were plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of American point guard Bryant Allen (183-1990, college: Dakota St.) who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 5 rebounds. Point guard Gabriel Jung (185-2001) contributed with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Four BSV Wulfen players scored in double figures. American guard Devin Peterson (185, college: WCU) answered with 20 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and Bulgarian Milen Zahariev (190-1992) added 21 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for ETB Miners. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. BSV Wulfen maintains fifth place with 13-11 record, which they share with Lich Basketball. ETB Miners at the other side still keep top position with five games lost. BSV Wulfen will play against Hertener Loewen (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. ETB Miners will play against BG TVO / Jahn (#13) in Lindhorst and hope to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Wulfen: B.Allen 30+5reb+3ast, G.Jung 22+5reb+4ast, J.Kleinert 14+8reb+2ast, N.Peters 11+5reb+2ast, J.Tarik 7+2reb, L.Van Buer 4+6reb+1ast ETB Miners: M.Zahariev 21+8reb+2ast, D.Peterson 20+8reb+5ast, P.Carney 11+3reb+3ast, D.Selimovic 9+10reb, B.Lasse 8+3reb, S.Ajagbe 6+4reb+1ast |
| ProA Round 27: No surprise as #1 Rasta Vechta defeat SparkassenStars - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. ProA top team - Rasta Vechta (22-5) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed eleventh ranked SparkassenStars (12-15) 85-64. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of SparkassenStars. Rasta Vechta made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded SparkassenStars 39-21 including a 30-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for American forward Naz Bohannon (198, college: Clemson) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Joel-Sadu Aminu (192-1997) helped adding 21 points and 7 rebounds. The best for the losing side was point guard Niklas Geske (188-1994) with 14 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. Rasta Vechta maintains first place with 22-5 record. SparkassenStars at the other side keep the eleventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with Kirchheim. Rasta Vechta are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Schwenningen (#18) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. SparkassenStars will play against Science City Jena (#14) and are hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident. The game in Paderborn supposed to be also worth to mention about. Sixth ranked Lions (16-11) played at the court of 8th ranked Uni Baskets (14-13). Lions smashed Uni Baskets 107-83. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Uni Baskets. It was an exceptional evening for American point guard Ben Shungu (188-1997, college: Vermont) who led the winners and scored 23 points. Lovell Cabbil accounted for 14 points and 5 assists. American point guard Buzz Anthony (180-1998, college: RMC) came up with 5 points and 16 assists for Uni Baskets 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. Lions have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Giessen and Hagen. Uni Baskets at the other side keep the eighth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Bremerhaven. Lions will play against Kirchheim Knights (#11) at home in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Uni Baskets will play against Artland Dragons in Quakenbrueck and hope to get back on the winning track. A very close game took place in Kirchheim between Phoenix Hagen and Kirchheim Knights. Sixth ranked Phoenix Hagen (16-11) got a very close victory on the road over 12th ranked Kirchheim Knights (12-15). Phoenix Hagen managed to escape with a 2-point win 64-62 on Saturday evening. Guest team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. The best player for the winners was JJ Mann who scored 16 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Tyrone Nash who recorded 9 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. Phoenix Hagen moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Giessen and Karlsruhe PS. Loser Kirchheim Knights dropped to the eleventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with Bochum. Phoenix Hagen will meet at home Gladiators (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Kirchheim Knights will play against Lions in Karlsruhe and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 27: bottom-ranked Schwenningen lost to Dresden on the opponent's court 74-85. Bremerhaven managed to outperform Jena in a home game 81-69. Duesseldorf recorded a loss to Trier on the road 97-94. Leverkusen was defeated by Artland on its own court 83-90. Tuebingen beat Nuernberg in a road game 105-98. Muenster lost to Giessen at home 74-84. The most impressive stats of the last round was 18 points and 7 assists by Karlo Miksic of Giessen. Dresden - Schwenningen 85-74 Very expected game in Dresden where 18th ranked Schwenningen (5-21) was defeated by fourth ranked Titans (17-10) 85-74 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was naturalized American Grant Teichmann (191-1996, college: C-N) who scored 22 points. Canadian Tanner Graham (200-1996, college: Queen's) chipped in 19 points and 5 rebounds. Titans' coach Fabian Strauss used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was Jacob Knauf (210-1997) who recorded 22 points and 8 rebounds and American swingman Devonte McCall (198-1998, college: Post) added 14 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Four Schwenningen players scored in double figures. Titans have a solid series of four victories in a row. Newly promoted Titans maintains fourth place with 17-10 record. Schwenningen lost sixth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 21 lost games. Titans will meet at home Eisbaeren Bremerhaven (#8) in the next round. Schwenningen will play against the league's leader Rasta Vechta (#1) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Schwenningen: J.Knauf 22+8reb+1ast, D.McCall 14+6reb+2ast, E.Womala 14+3reb+1ast, C.Benson 13+1reb+7ast, M.Mboya Kotieno 6+1reb, J.Mampuya 5+1reb+3ast Dresden: G.Teichmann 22+3reb+2ast, T.Graham 19+5reb+1ast, G.Voigtmann 15+8reb+1ast, D.Kachelries 8+1reb+1ast, L.Schmikale 7+2reb, D.Kirchner 6+1reb+9ast Bremerhaven - Jena 81-69 Very predictable result when ninth ranked Eisbaeren Bremerhaven (14-13) defeated at home 14th ranked Science City Jena (10-17) 81-69 on Saturday. Eisbaeren Bremerhaven made 23-of-28 free shots (82.1 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was point guard Lennard Larysz (194-1997) who scored 10 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Slovakian point guard Simon Krajcovic (188-1994, college: LMU) chipped in 13 points and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was naturalized American Sergio Kerusch (195-1989, college: WKU) who recorded 11 points and 6 rebounds and American Brandon Thomas (198-1984, college: UMass, agency: Interperformances) added 13 points respectively. Four Science City Jena players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Eisbaeren Bremerhaven moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Paderborn. Loser Science City Jena keeps the fourteenth position with 17 games lost. They share it with Muenster. Eisbaeren Bremerhaven will meet higher ranked Titans (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Science City Jena will play against SparkassenStars (#12) in Bochum and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Jena: B.Thomas 13+4reb+1ast, A.Herrera 12+3reb, S.Kerusch 11+6reb+3ast, S.Haukohl 10+3reb+1ast, N.Schmitz 8+3reb+1ast, B.Rohwer 5+1reb Bremerhaven: M.Frierson 14+3reb, S.Krajcovic 13+6ast, L.Larysz 10+5reb+7ast, D.Norl 9+1reb, A.Breitlauch 8+6reb+1ast, K.Thomas 7+6reb+2ast Kirchheim - Hagen 62-64 A very close game took place in Kirchheim between Phoenix Hagen and Kirchheim Knights. Sixth ranked Phoenix Hagen (16-11) got a very close victory on the road over 12th ranked Kirchheim Knights (12-15). Phoenix Hagen managed to escape with a 2-point win 64-62 on Saturday evening. Guest team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. The best player for the winners was American JJ Mann (198-1991, college: Belmont, agency: GoEmpire Group) who scored 16 points. Center Marcel Kessen (207-1997) chipped in 6 points and 14 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American center Tyrone Nash (203-1988, college: Notre Dame) who recorded 9 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists and naturalized Chilean center Aitor Pickett (203-1999) added 18 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Phoenix Hagen moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Giessen and Karlsruhe PS. Loser Kirchheim Knights dropped to the eleventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with Bochum. Phoenix Hagen will meet at home Gladiators (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Kirchheim Knights will play against Lions in Karlsruhe and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Kirchheim: A.Pickett 18+5reb+3ast, R.Williams Jr. 11+3reb+2ast, P.Giese 10+3reb+1ast, T.Nash 9+14reb+4ast, M.Flowers 6+4reb+4ast, J.Niedermanner 4+3reb+1ast Hagen: K.Castlin 17+2reb, J.Mann 16+4reb+3ast, T.Uhlemann 9+4reb, M.Kessen 6+14reb, B.Kraushaar 6+3reb, M.Omuvwie 4+5reb Trier - Duesseldorf 97-94 Not a big story in a game in Trier where 16th ranked Duesseldorf (8-18) was edged by tenth ranked Gladiators (13-14) 97-94 on Saturday. However just three-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Gladiators made 26-of-29 free shots (89.7 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American point guard Jordan Johnson (177-1995, college: UNLV) who scored 39 points (!!!). His fellow American import Parker Van Dyke (191-1994, college: Utah) chipped in 18 points. Johnson is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Booker Coplin (191-1997, college: Augsburg) who recorded 31 points and 6 rebounds and center Lennart Boner (209-1993) added 10 points and 12 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Duesseldorf's coach Florian Flabb rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Gladiators maintains tenth place with 13-14 record. Duesseldorf lost fourth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the sixteenth position with 18 games lost. Gladiators will meet higher ranked Phoenix Hagen (#6) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Duesseldorf will play against Muenster (#15) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Duesseldorf: B.Coplin 31+6reb+1ast, R.Richmond 19+2reb+3ast, M.Moreaux 11+5reb, L.Boner 10+12reb+3ast, C.Anderson 9+1reb+2ast, A.Moeller 6+1reb Trier: J.Johnson 39+4reb+1ast, P.Van Dyke 18+4reb+1ast, G.Zeeb 13+3reb+4ast, D.Painter 11+6reb, T.Daniels 9+9reb+3ast, A.Laurent 5+4reb+2ast Leverkusen - Artland 83-90 Everything went according to plan when third ranked Artland Dragons (18-9) beat on the road 17th ranked Leverkusen (8-19) 90-83 on Saturday. Artland Dragons made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Leverkusen turnovers. The best player for the winners was American guard William Christmas (196-1996, college: CPP) who scored 25 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. His fellow American import guard Damari Milstead (188-1999, college: CS Fullerton) chipped in 22 points. Artland Dragons' coach Julien Patrick Flomo used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Nick Hornsby (201-1995, college: Sacramento St.) who recorded 18 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and Bosnian center Dejan Kovacevic (210-1996) added 20 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Artland Dragons maintains third place with 18-9 record having four points less than leader Vechta. Leverkusen lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventeenth position with 19 games lost. Artland Dragons will meet at home Uni Baskets (#9) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Leverkusen will play against the league's second-placed Tigers (#2) in Tuebingen and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Leverkusen: D.Kovacevic 20+8reb, T.Crews 18+4reb+2ast, N.Hornsby 18+6reb+6ast, K.Gray 10+9reb+1ast, G.De Oliveira 5+1reb+1ast, R.Drijencic 4 Artland: W.Christmas 25+9reb+4ast, D.Milstead 22+2reb+3ast, D.Perry 14+3reb+1ast, M.Bacak 10+2reb, J.Hundt 7+1reb+4ast, J.Ratton 4+3reb Paderborn - Karlsruhe PS 83-107 The game in Paderborn supposed to be also worth to mention about. Sixth ranked Lions (16-11) played at the court of 8th ranked Uni Baskets (14-13). Lions smashed Uni Baskets 107-83. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Uni Baskets. Lions made 28-of-36 charity shots (77.8 percent) during the game. Uni Baskets were plagued by 30 personal fouls down the stretch. It was an exceptional evening for American point guard Ben Shungu (188-1997, college: Vermont) who led the winners and scored 23 points. His fellow American import point guard Lovell Cabbil (188-1997, college: Liberty) accounted for 14 points and 5 assists for the winning side. Cabbil is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Lions players scored in double figures. American point guard Buzz Anthony (180-1998, college: RMC) came up with 5 points and 16 assists and Oshane Drews (198-2001) added 18 points (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!) respectively for Uni Baskets 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. Lions have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Giessen and Hagen. Uni Baskets at the other side keep the eighth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Bremerhaven. Lions will play against Kirchheim Knights (#11) at home in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Uni Baskets will play against Artland Dragons in Quakenbrueck and hope to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Paderborn: O.Drews 18+3reb, G.Brock 12+3reb+3ast, M.Linssen 10+3reb, M.Anderson 8+3reb+7ast, J.Fleming 8+2reb+3ast, L.Lagerpusch 6+2reb Karlsruhe PS: B.Shungu 23+3reb+2ast, L.Cugini 20+1reb, L.Cabbil 14+4reb+5ast, B.Kone 14+2reb+4ast, M.Pluskota 13+6reb+2ast, D.Bajo 12+3reb+1ast Vechta - Bochum 85-64 ProA top team - Rasta Vechta (22-5) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed eleventh ranked SparkassenStars (12-15) 85-64. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of SparkassenStars. Rasta Vechta made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded SparkassenStars 39-21 including a 30-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for American forward Naz Bohannon (198, college: Clemson) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Joel-Sadu Aminu (192-1997) helped adding 21 points and 7 rebounds. The best for the losing side was point guard Niklas Geske (188-1994) with 14 points and center Hendrik Drescher (204-2000) scored 11 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Rasta Vechta maintains first place with 22-5 record. SparkassenStars at the other side keep the eleventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with Kirchheim. Rasta Vechta are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Schwenningen (#18) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. SparkassenStars will play against Science City Jena (#14) and are hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident. Top scorers: Bochum: N.Geske 14+1reb+3ast, H.Drescher 11+3reb+1ast, J.Bradley 8+5reb, T.Crockett 8+4ast, C.Garrison 4+1reb+2ast, K.Dietz 4+2reb+2ast Vechta: R.Schwieger 22+3reb+1ast, J.Aminu 21+7reb+1ast, N.Bohannon 16+10reb+6ast, T.Agee 9+8reb+7ast, J.Ferner 6+6reb+1ast, R.Lodders 6+1ast Nuernberg - Tuebingen 98-105 There was no surprise in Nuernberg where 13th ranked Falcons (11-16) were defeated by second ranked Tigers (20-7) 105-98 on Sunday. Tigers made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was naturalized Croatian Mateo Seric (204-1999) who scored 21 points and 6 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). American Zac Seljaas (203-1997, college: BYU) chipped in 17 points. Tigers' coach Daniel Jansson used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Rocky Kreuser (206-1999, college: NDSU) who recorded 26 points and 8 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) and center Moritz Krimmer (202-2000) added 21 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Four Tigers and five Falcons players scored in double figures. Tigers maintains second place with 20-7 record having just two points less than leader Vechta. Falcons lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth position with 16 games lost. Tigers will meet at home Leverkusen (#17) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Falcons will play against 46ers (#7) in Giessen and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Nuernberg: R.Kreuser 26+8reb+3ast, M.Krimmer 21+6reb+1ast, T.Wilder 16+5reb+5ast, S.Schroeder 15+5reb+3ast, J.Ramanauskas 10+1reb+5ast, J.Maier 5+1reb Tuebingen: M.Seric 21+6reb+2ast, Z.Seljaas 17+4reb, E.Ersek 16+2reb, B.Dibba 13+2reb, A.Kivimaki 11+3reb+4ast, T.Lanmueller 10+1ast Muenster - Giessen 74-84 No shocking result in a game when seventh ranked 46ers (16-11) won against on the road 14th ranked Muenster (10-17) 84-74 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was Croatian point guard Karlo Miksic (193-1997) who scored 18 points and 7 assists. Serbian forward Stefan Fundic (200-1994, agency: BeoBasket) chipped in 17 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international center Andreas Seiferth (209-1989) who recorded 14 points and 9 rebounds and point guard Jasper Guenther (181-1999) added 10 points and 5 assists respectively. Four 46ers and five Muenster players scored in double figures. Muenster's coach Bjoern Harmsen rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. 46ers have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Hagen and Karlsruhe PS. Newly promoted Muenster keeps the fourteenth position with 17 games lost. They share it with Jena. 46ers will meet at home Falcons (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Muenster will play against Duesseldorf and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Muenster: A.Seiferth 14+9reb+2ast, C.Harding 13+4reb+1ast, M.Dolezaj 12+4reb, H.Petursson 12+3reb+1ast, J.Guenther 10+3reb+5ast, J.Jones 5 Giessen: K.Miksic 18+3reb+7ast, S.Fundic 17+8reb+1ast, L.Figge 14+5reb+2ast, J.Barnes 10+3reb+3ast, I.Cvorovic 8+2reb, J.Martin 7+1reb |
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| Elite League Round 23: Megaridas edge AO Triton by one point - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 23 in the A2 took place in Megara. This derby game ended with only one-point defeat on the road of second-ranked AO Triton (14-8) to tenth ranked Megaridas (12-10) 71-70 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of AO Triton. Strangely AO Triton outrebounded Megaridas 38-25 including 25 on the defensive glass. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Megaridas made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was Dimitrios Geromichalos who scored 19 points and 4 assists. Guard Angelos Gatzias (195-1994) chipped in 13 points and 5 rebounds. Megaridas' coach Giorgos Mandalos used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Center Panagiotis Tsamis (204-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 15 rebounds for the guests. Newly promoted Megaridas maintains tenth place with 12-10 record. AO Triton at the other side dropped to the third position with eight games lost. They share it with Eleftheroupoli. Megaridas are looking forward to face higher ranked Panerythraikos (#5) in New Eritrea in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. AO Triton will play at home against Aias Evosmou and is hoping to win this game. An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Athens. First ranked Maroussi faced 3rd placed Iraklis. Host Maroussi (16-7) defeated guests from Thessaloniki (14-9) 87-80. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Iraklis. Forward Nikolaos Kamarianos (204-1997) orchestrated the victory by scoring 15 points and 8 rebounds. Orfeas Stasinos contributed with 8 points, 12 assists and 6 steals for the winners. American swingman Kevion Taylor (196-1999, college: Valpo) answered with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 10 rebounds for Iraklis. Iraklis' coach Lefteris Kakiousis rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Maroussi have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 16-7 record. Iraklis at the other side dropped to the fifth position with nine games lost. They share it with Papagou and Panerythraikos. Maroussi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Athens to the arena Amyntas. Leader Maroussi delivered the sixteenth victory on Wednesday night. This time they beat 11th ranked Charilaos (10-12) 80-63 in Athens. It was a great evening for Vasileios Stavrakoukas who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds. Periklis Kouroupakis responded with 11 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Maroussi have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 16-7 record. Charilaos lost third consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 12 games lost. Maroussi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Athens to the arena Amyntas. Other games of round 23 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Koroivos was defeated by FEA Filadelfeia in a road game 82-78. Aias Evosmou was beaten by Psychikou at home 67-72. Bottom-ranked Kavalas was destroyed by Eleftheroupoli on the opponent's court 93-64. Ermis S. outscored Agriniou in a home game 110-71. Panerythraikos recorded a loss to Charilaos on the road 72-59. Papagou defeated Amyntas on its own court 85-83. Koroivos was beaten by AO Triton in Athens 81-69. FEA Filadelfeia - Koroivos 82-78 There was an upset when higher ranked Koroivos (13-10) was defeated on the road by fifteenth ranked FEA Filadelfeia (6-16) 82-78 on Saturday. FEA Filadelfeia forced 22 Koroivos turnovers. Strangely Koroivos outrebounded FEA Filadelfeia 53-37 including a 43-27 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for guard Alexandros Stergiakis (190-1997) who led his team to a victory scoring 22 points and 7 rebounds. Forward Vassilis Karahalios (200-1997) helped adding 19 points and 9 rebounds. Four FEA Filadelfeia players scored in double figures. FEA Filadelfeia's coach Alexis Karatzas allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Serbian guard Stefan Mitrovic (195-1996) responded with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists and swingman Nikolaos Kamaras (201-1997) scored 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Newly promoted FEA Filadelfeia maintains fifteenth place with 6-16 record. Loser Koroivos keeps the eighth position with ten games lost. FEA Filadelfeia will meet bottom-ranked Kavalas (#16) on the road in the next round. Koroivos will play against Papagou (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: FEA Filadelfeia: S.Alexandros 22+7reb+2ast, K.Vassilis 19+9reb+3ast, N.Georgopapadakos 11+6reb+7ast, T.Kontos 10+7reb+1ast, K.Lefteris 8+6reb+2ast, H.Litsios 8 Koroivos: N.Kamaras 20+8reb+4ast, S.Mitrovic 15+9reb+9ast, J.Lewis 14+8reb+3ast, I.Sidiroilias 9+7reb+4ast, P.Vyrlas 8+6reb, I.Kostas 6+8reb+2ast Aias Evosmou - Psychikou 67-72 No shocking result in a game when third ranked Psychikou (15-8) defeated on the road 13th ranked Aias Evosmou (8-15) 72-67 on Saturday. It was a great evening for American point guard Ronaldo Segu (183-1999, college: Buffalo) who led his team to a victory scoring 24 points. His fellow American import forward Craig Victor II (201-1995, college: LSU) helped adding 10 points and 12 rebounds. Four Psychikou players scored in double figures. American center Kyree Walker (198-2000) responded with 25 points and 6 rebounds and center Antonis Karagiannidis (204-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Psychikou have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Newly promoted Aias Evosmou keeps the thirteenth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Amyntas. Psychikou will meet at home Ermis S. (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Aias Evosmou will play against AO Triton (#4) in Athens and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Psychikou: R.Segu 24+4reb+1ast, G.Koukas 11+5reb+2ast, N.Papanikolaou 10+6reb, C.Victor II 10+12reb+2ast, I.Athanasoulas 8+4reb+4ast, O.Victor 6+5reb Aias Evosmou: K.Walker 25+6reb+2ast, T.Jefferson 12+4reb+5ast, K.Antonis 10+12reb+2ast, A.Deligiorgis 6+4reb, D.Hatzichristos 6+2reb, P.Kyriakos 2+3reb Eleftheroupoli - Kavalas 93-64 Very expected game when 16th ranked Kavalas (1-21) was rolled over on the road by sixth ranked Eleftheroupoli (14-8) 93-64 on Saturday. Eleftheroupoli outrebounded Kavalas 45-29 including 35 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for center Stavros Toutziarakis (210-1987) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Forward Dimitris Gravas (203-1993) helped adding 18 points and 10 rebounds. Four Eleftheroupoli players scored in double figures. American guard Antwain Johnson (188-1997, college: Buffalo, agency: Green Sports Management) responded with 17 points and 5 rebounds and the other American import forward Simeus Webster (203-1999, college: York, NE) scored 13 points and 5 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Eleftheroupoli moved-up to third place, which they share with AO Triton. Kavalas lost tenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 21 lost games. Eleftheroupoli will meet Agriniou (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Kavalas will play against FEA Filadelfeia (#15) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Eleftheroupoli: S.Toutziarakis 20+10reb+3ast, D.Gravas 18+10reb+1ast, J.Hudson 15+1reb+5ast, D.Skoulidas 11+1reb+1ast, T.Robinson 7+8reb, F.Ioannis 6+1reb+2ast Kavalas: A.Johnson 17+5reb+1ast, S.Webster 13+5reb, B.Christodoulos 10+4reb+3ast, A.Priftis 9+1reb, M.Tsellos 8+3reb+5ast, E.Konstantinos 3+1reb Ermis S. - Agriniou 110-71 Rather predictable result when ninth ranked Ermis S. (12-9) outscored at home 12th ranked Agriniou (9-14) 110-71 on Saturday. Ermis S. dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Agriniou's 34. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 36 assists comparing to just 19 passes made by Agriniou's players. It was a great evening for point guard Fotis Vasilopoulos (187-1986) who led his team to a victory scoring 5 points, 6 rebounds and 16 assists. American guard Zack Bryant (188-1997, college: Georgia South) helped adding 17 points and 5 assists. Forward Dimitris Tsourgianis (200-2001) responded with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds and point guard Ioannis Nikolaidis (193-1999) scored 7 points and 6 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Ermis S. have a solid series of three victories in a row. Newly promoted Ermis S. maintains ninth place with 12-9 record. Loser Agriniou keeps the twelfth position with 14 games lost. Ermis S. will meet league's second-placed Psychikou in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Agriniou will play against Eleftheroupoli (#3) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Ermis S.: M.Draskovic 18+3reb+1ast, Z.Bryant 17+3reb+5ast, L.Mitsibonas 13+5reb+4ast, G.Nakis 12+4reb+4ast, Z.Lefteris 10+4reb, D.Marghellis 10+11reb+2ast Agriniou: P.Bazinas 13+2reb+1ast, D.Kyrillis 12+2reb+1ast, T.Dimitris 12+10reb, B.Athanasios 10+2reb+3ast, I.Nikolaidis 7+4reb+6ast, K.Fisher 7+4reb+1ast Charilaos - Panerythraikos 72-59 There was an upset in Mesolongi where 4th placed Panerythraikos (14-9) was defeated by eleventh ranked Charilaos (10-12) 72-59 on Saturday. It was a great evening for point guard Nikos Houhoumis (186-1996) who led his team to a victory scoring 22 points. American point guard TJ Washington (183-1998, college: Utah Valley) helped adding 14 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Charilaos players scored in double figures. Power forward Kostas Kampouridis (204-1999) responded with 13 points and forward Dimitris Papadimitriou (200-1997) scored 9 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Charilaos maintains eleventh place with 10-12 record. Panerythraikos lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth position with nine games lost. They share it with Iraklis and Papagou. Charilaos will meet higher ranked Iraklis (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Panerythraikos will play against Megaridas and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Charilaos: N.Houhoumis 22+3reb+3ast, T.Washington 14+7reb+6ast, K.Periklis 14+7reb, I.Molfetas 10+8reb+1ast, P.Ermidis 5+2reb+3ast, T.Xhulian 4+3reb Panerythraikos: K.Kampouridis 13+4reb, D.Papadimitriou 9+4reb+1ast, A.Stamatogiannis 8+6reb, M.Ilias 7+1reb+1ast, O.Sotirios 6+5reb+1ast, M.Matalliotakis 5+7reb+1ast Maroussi - Iraklis 87-80 An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Athens. First ranked Maroussi faced 3rd placed Iraklis. Host Maroussi (16-7) defeated guests from Thessaloniki (14-9) 87-80. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Iraklis. Maroussi made 21-of-26 charity shots (80.8 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. Forward Nikolaos Kamarianos (204-1997) orchestrated the victory by scoring 15 points and 8 rebounds. Point guard Orfeas Stasinos (183-1988) contributed with 8 points, 12 assists and 6 steals for the winners. American swingman Kevion Taylor (196-1999, college: Valpo) answered with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 10 rebounds and point guard Nontas Papantoniou (192-1990) added 13 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists in the effort for Iraklis. Iraklis' coach Lefteris Kakiousis rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Maroussi have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 16-7 record. Iraklis at the other side dropped to the fifth position with nine games lost. They share it with Papagou and Panerythraikos. Maroussi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Athens to the arena Amyntas. Top scorers: Maroussi: K.Spyridon 18+6reb, N.Kamarianos 15+8reb+2ast, P.Xydas 15+1reb+2ast, I.Theodorou 13+3reb, V.Stavrakoukas 9+6reb+5ast, O.Stasinos 8+4reb+12ast Iraklis: K.Taylor 30+10reb, N.Papantoniou 13+6reb+11ast, T.Gathright 12+3reb, N.Paparegkas 8+4reb+1ast, M.Liapis 7+1reb+3ast, D.Charitopoulos 6+3reb+6ast Megaridas - AO Triton 71-70 The most exciting game of round 23 in the A2 took place in Megara. This derby game ended with only one-point defeat on the road of second-ranked AO Triton (14-8) to tenth ranked Megaridas (12-10) 71-70 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of AO Triton. Strangely AO Triton outrebounded Megaridas 38-25 including 25 on the defensive glass. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Megaridas made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was Dimitrios Geromichalos who scored 19 points and 4 assists. Guard Angelos Gatzias (195-1994) chipped in 13 points and 5 rebounds. Megaridas' coach Giorgos Mandalos used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Center Panagiotis Tsamis (204-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 15 rebounds and guard Kostas Koufopoulos (187-1999) added 9 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for the guests. Newly promoted Megaridas maintains tenth place with 12-10 record. AO Triton at the other side dropped to the third position with eight games lost. They share it with Eleftheroupoli. Megaridas are looking forward to face higher ranked Panerythraikos (#5) in New Eritrea in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. AO Triton will play at home against Aias Evosmou and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Megaridas: G.Dimitrios 19+4ast, K.Sotirakis 14+6reb, A.Gatzias 13+5reb+3ast, Z.Vasilis 9+1reb+1ast, P.Minas 6+3reb, D.Geromichalos 5+5reb+7ast AO Triton: M.Myers 14+3reb+4ast, T.Panagiotis 12+15reb, P.Alexandros 11+2reb+2ast, Z.Aristotelis 9+2reb+2ast, K.Koufopoulos 9+8reb+6ast, M.Kamperidis 9+4reb+1ast Papagou - Amyntas 85-83 Everything went according to plan in Athens where seventh ranked Papagou (14-9) edged 14th ranked Amyntas (8-15) 85-83 on Saturday. However just two-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Papagou looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. It was a great evening for American guard Tyler Peterson (193-1997, college: S.Dakota) who led his team to a victory scoring 23 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Forward Panagiotis Kois (200-1998) helped adding 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Angelos Damianos (202-2004) responded with 31 points (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) and American-Argentinian forward Donovan Johnson (201-1992, college: KWC) scored 18 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Papagou moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Iraklis and Panerythraikos. Loser Amyntas dropped to the thirteenth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Aias Evosmou. Papagou will meet Koroivos (#8) on the road in the next round. Amyntas' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Athens Maroussi. Top scorers: Papagou: T.Peterson 23+7reb+6ast, P.Kois 20+6reb+4ast, P.Kasapidis 9+4reb+3ast, T.Georgopapadakos 9+4reb+4ast, E.Balos 9+6reb, K.Ioannis 5+1reb Amyntas: D.Angelos 31+1reb+3ast, D.Johnson 18+6reb+1ast, J.Gatzo 8+6reb+3ast, E.Kalogerias 8+4reb, M.Doxas 6+2reb+1ast, A.Grekas 5+5reb+4ast AO Triton - Koroivos 81-69 There was no surprise in Athens where 8th ranked Koroivos (13-10) was defeated by second ranked AO Triton (14-8) 81-69 on Wednesday. It was a great evening for power forward Michalis Kamperidis (206-1994, agency: Octagon Europe) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 16 rebounds. American point guard Marcus Myers (185-1996, college: Aurora, agency: Octagon Europe) helped adding 15 points. Five AO Triton players scored in double figures. Power forward Panagiotis Vyrlas (208-1999) responded with 14 points and 8 rebounds and Serbian guard Stefan Mitrovic (195-1996) scored 9 points and 7 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. AO Triton have a solid series of three victories in a row. Despite that victory AO Triton went down to third position due to points difference, which they share with Eleftheroupoli. Loser Koroivos keeps the eighth place with ten games lost. AO Triton will meet at home Aias Evosmou (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Koroivos will play against Papagou (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: AO Triton: M.Kamperidis 20+16reb, M.Myers 15+4reb+3ast, N.Manojlovic 14+2reb+3ast, T.Panagiotis 10+7reb+1ast, Z.Aristotelis 10+4reb+1ast, P.Alexandros 3+2reb+3ast Koroivos: P.Vyrlas 14+8reb+1ast, N.Kamaras 11+5reb+1ast, P.Noeas 10+4reb, S.Mitrovic 9+4reb+7ast, J.Lewis 7+3reb+2ast, I.Kostas 7 Maroussi - Charilaos 80-63 Leader Maroussi delivered the sixteenth victory on Wednesday night. This time they beat 11th ranked Charilaos (10-12) 80-63 in Athens. Maroussi dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Charilaos' 24. They outrebounded Charilaos 44-27 including a 16-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for Vasileios Stavrakoukas (191-2001, agency: Octagon Europe) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds. Point guard Orfeas Stasinos (183-1988) helped adding 14 points and 6 assists. Center Periklis Kouroupakis (206-2002) responded with 11 points and 7 rebounds and swingman Ioannis Molfetas (194-1992) scored 9 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Maroussi have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 16-7 record. Charilaos lost third consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 12 games lost. Maroussi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Athens to the arena Amyntas. Top scorers: Maroussi: V.Stavrakoukas 28+11reb+1ast, O.Stasinos 14+2reb+6ast, I.Papageorgopoulos 9+8reb+1ast, K.Charalambos 7+4reb+2ast, N.Kamarianos 5+9reb+1ast, P.Xydas 5+3ast Charilaos: T.Washington 15+2ast, N.Houhoumis 11+3reb+4ast, K.Periklis 11+7reb+3ast, I.Molfetas 9+9reb+2ast, P.Ermidis 5+2reb+1ast, M.Ilias 4+2reb+3ast |
| GBL Round 19: Olympiacos edge Panathinaikos by two points - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The Regular Season in GBL is slowly approaching the end. But there may be still some important changes in the final standings in the last 3 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 19 in the GBL took place in Athens. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of their biggest opponent Panathinaikos (14-4) to leader Olympiacos (18-0) 76-74 in the game for the first place. Olympiacos looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Cypriot-Bulgarian forward Aleksandar Vezenkov (206-1995) fired 9 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. American guard Isaiah Canaan (183-1991, college: Murray St.) chipped in 12 points. Lithuanian swingman Marius Grigonis (198-1994) produced 13 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Undefeated Olympiacos have an impressive series of eighteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 18-0 record. Panathinaikos at the other side keeps the second position with four games lost. Olympiacos are looking forward to face Lavrio (#9) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Panathinaikos' supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Athens to the arena AEK. The game with biggest result difference took place in Aigaleo. Local Ionikos (4-15) was outscored by fourth ranked Peristeri (12-7) 102-75. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Marcus Denmon (191-1990, college: Missouri) who helped to win the game recording 19 points. Dimitris Moraitis contributed with 18 points and 5 steals for the winners. American point guard Rayshawn Simmons (192-1993, college: CMU, agency: Diamond Sports) answered with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for Ionikos. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Peristeri. They moved-up to third place. Ionikos lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the tenth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Apollon P. and Karditsas. Peristeri will play against Kolossos HH (#7) in Rodou in the next round. Ionikos will play on the road against Aris in Thessaloniki and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Other games of round 19 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Apollon P. was crushed by Kolossos HH in Rodou 88-68. Lavrio beat Aris at home 81-70. Karditsas lost to PAOK on the opponent's court 79-87. The best stats of 19th round was 35 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds by Yannick Franke of PAOK. Ionikos - Peristeri 75-102 The game with biggest result difference took place in Aigaleo. Local Ionikos (4-15) was outscored by fourth ranked Peristeri (12-7) 102-75. Peristeri dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Ionikos' 24. Peristeri forced 23 Ionikos turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Marcus Denmon (191-1990, college: Missouri) who helped to win the game recording 19 points. International point guard Dimitris Moraitis (194-1999) contributed with 18 points and 5 steals for the winners. American point guard Rayshawn Simmons (192-1993, college: CMU, agency: Diamond Sports) answered with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and the other American import forward Deontae Hawkins (203-1993, college: Boston Coll., agency: Diamond Sports) added 11 points in the effort for Ionikos. Five Peristeri and four Ionikos 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. The victory was the third consecutive win for Peristeri. They moved-up to third place. Ionikos lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the tenth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Apollon P. and Karditsas. Peristeri will play against Kolossos HH (#7) in Rodou in the next round. Ionikos will play on the road against Aris in Thessaloniki and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Peristeri: M.Denmon 19+3reb+3ast, D.Moraitis 18+3reb+3ast, A.Radanov 15+4reb+2ast, I.Hummer 15+1reb+7ast, N.Chougkaz 13+6reb, M.Bilan 11+7reb+1ast Ionikos: R.Simmons 26+5reb+5ast, N.Arsenopoulos 12+2reb+1ast, D.Lacy 11+1reb+4ast, D.Hawkins 11+4reb+2ast, N.Angelopoulos 4+4reb, L.Henry 4+3reb+1ast Kolossos HH - Apollon P. 88-68 There was no surprise in Rodou where 11th ranked Apollon P. (4-15) was crushed by eighth ranked Kolossos HH (9-9) 88-68. It was a very good performance for the former international Linos-Spyridon Chrysikopoulos (206-1992) who helped to win the game recording 24 points and 7 rebounds. The former international center Emmanouil Chatzidakis (205-2000) contributed with 17 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. American center Ibrahim Sylla (203-1995, college: NC A&T) answered with 13 points and 7 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) and the other American import guard Alonzo Verge Jr (190-1998, college: Nebraska) added 8 points and 10 assists in the effort for Apollon P.Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kolossos HH moved-up to seventh place. Apollon P. at the other side dropped to the tenth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Ionikos and Karditsas. Kolossos HH will play against higher ranked Peristeri (#3) in Athens in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Apollon P.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Patras Promitheas. Top scorers: Kolossos HH: L.Chrysikopoulos 24+7reb+2ast, E.Chatzidakis 17+6reb+2ast, M.Dixon 16+4ast, K.Smith 9+3reb+4ast, C.Giannopoulos 7+14reb+1ast, C.Coffey 7+5reb+2ast Apollon P.: S.Mastrogiannopoulos 16+2reb+1ast, I.Sylla 13+7reb+2ast, T.Mack 12+3reb, A.Verge Jr 8+4reb+10ast, G.Bogris 8+2reb+2ast, P.Filippakos 4+2reb Lavrio - Aris 81-70 There was a small surprise when ninth ranked Lavrio (5-13) defeated at home 7th ranked Aris (9-10) 81-70. It was a very good performance for American swingman Savion Flagg (201-1999, college: SHSU, agency: Green Sports Management) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points and 16 rebounds. His fellow American import guard RJ Cole (185-1999, college: UConn) contributed with 13 points and 6 assists for the winners. American-British forward Noah Horchler (203-1998, college: Providence) answered with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds and American guard JD Notae (188-1998, college: Arkansas) added 12 points and 5 assists in the effort for Aris. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lavrio maintains ninth place with 5-13 record. Aris lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the eighth position with ten games lost. Lavrio will play against league's leader Olympiacos in Piraeus in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Aris will play at home against Ionikos (#11) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Lavrio: S.Flagg 17+16reb+3ast, R.Cole 13+4reb+6ast, T.Zaras 12+1reb, P.Geromichalos 11+6reb+2ast, J.Gray 9+2reb+2ast, C.Langevine 8+5reb Aris: N.Horchler 13+10reb+2ast, J.Notae 12+4reb+5ast, V.Kavvadas 11+8reb+1ast, V.Christidis 8+2reb+1ast, C.Goodwin 8+4reb, E.Mitrou-Long 7+3reb+3ast Panathinaikos - Olympiacos 74-76 The most exciting game of round 19 in the GBL took place in Athens. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of their biggest opponent Panathinaikos (14-4) to leader Olympiacos (18-0) 76-74 in the game for the first place. Olympiacos looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Cypriot-Bulgarian forward Aleksandar Vezenkov (206-1995) fired 9 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. American guard Isaiah Canaan (183-1991, college: Murray St.) chipped in 12 points. Lithuanian swingman Marius Grigonis (198-1994) produced 13 points and 5 rebounds and Lithuanian center Arturas Gudaitis (211-1993) added 10 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Panathinaikos players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Olympiacos have an impressive series of eighteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 18-0 record. Panathinaikos at the other side keeps the second position with four games lost. Olympiacos are looking forward to face Lavrio (#9) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Panathinaikos' supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Athens to the arena AEK. Top scorers: Olympiacos: G.Larentzakis 13+2reb, S.McKissic 12+1reb+2ast, I.Canaan 12+4reb+1ast, A.Vezenkov 9+6reb+2ast, T.Walkup 7+4reb+2ast, M.Fall 6+2reb+2ast Panathinaikos: D.Bacon 17+4reb, P.Lee 14+3reb+4ast, M.Grigonis 13+5reb+3ast, A.Gudaitis 10+8reb+3ast, M.Lefteris 8+3reb+1ast, N.Wolters 5+4reb PAOK - Karditsas 87-79 Very expected game in Thessaloniki where 10th ranked Karditsas (4-15) was defeated by sixth ranked PAOK (11-8) 87-79. They made 16-of-18 charity shots (88.9 percent) during the game. PAOK outrebounded Karditsas 41-27 including 28 on the defensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. It was a very good performance for Dutch guard Yannick Franke (197-1996) who helped to win the game recording 35 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds. American forward Nate Renfro (203-1996, college: USF) contributed with 14 points and 5 assists for the winners. American Sean Evans (203-1988, college: St.John's, agency: Octagon Europe) answered with 16 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and the other American import guard Roberto Gallinat (191-1996, college: Pacific, agency: Octagon Europe) added 20 points in the effort for Karditsas. Five Karditsas players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. PAOK moved-up to fifth place. Newly promoted Karditsas dropped to the bottom position with 15 games lost. They share it with Apollon P. and Ionikos. PAOK will play against league's leader Olympiacos in Piraeus in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Karditsas will play at home against Lavrio (#9) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: PAOK: Y.Franke 35+8reb+3ast, N.Renfro 14+4reb+5ast, T.Polley 9+6reb+1ast, V.Margaritis 8+5reb+1ast, D.Kaklamanakis 6+5reb+1ast, C.Saloustros 5+5reb+4ast Karditsas: R.Gallinat 20+2reb+3ast, S.Evans 16+8reb+2ast, S.Pridgett 13+5reb+6ast, I.Agravanis 13+1reb+2ast, A.Hunter 11+3reb, D.Gabrovsek 3+1reb+1ast |
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in A Division. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 24 in the A Division took place in Zalaegerszeg. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 5th ranked Atomeromu (13-11) to fourth ranked ZTE KK (16-8) 81-78 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Atomeromu. ZTE KK forced 19 Atomeromu turnovers. Strangely Atomeromu outrebounded ZTE KK 40-28 including a 34-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. 24 personal fouls committed by Atomeromu helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for American forward Mitchell Smith (208-1997, college: Missouri) who led his team to a victory with 21 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). The other American import guard Liam OReilly (188-1996, college: Gardner-Webb, agency: Octagon Europe) contributed with 13 points and 9 assists for the winners. ZTE KK's coach Sebastjan Krasovec used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. U.S. Virgin Islands guard Deon Edwin (190-1992, college: Kent St.) replied with 14 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists for Atomeromu. ZTE KK moved-up to third place, which they share with Arconic-Alba. Atomeromu at the other side dropped to the sixth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Kormend and Sopron KC. ZTE KK is looking forward to face OSE Lions (#11) in Oraszlany in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Atomeromu will play at home against Szedeak (#13) and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. A Division top team - Szombathely (21-3) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat twelfth ranked Szedeak (6-18) in Szeged 97-82. Worth to mention a quality performance of the former international Zoltan Perl (195-1995, agency: BeoBasket) who helped to win the game recording 26 points (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) and Matt Tiby who added 17 points (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!) during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Desi Washington (188-1992, college: St.Peter's) with 20 points and 5 assists (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!). Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Szombathely have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 21-3 record. Szedeak at the other side keeps the twelfth place with 18 games lost. They share the position with Bp. Honved. Szombathely will play against Kormend (#8) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Szedeak will play against Atomeromu (#7) in Paks and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game in Kormend was also quite interesting. Second ranked Szolnok (19-5) played at the court of 6th ranked Kormend (13-11). Szolnok defeated Kormend 93-79 on Saturday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Kormend. The winners were led by Bojan Subotic who scored that evening 19 points. Even 19 points by Siyani Chambers did not help to save the game for Kormend. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Szolnok maintains second position with 19-5 record having just two points less than leader Szombathely. Loser Kormend keeps the sixth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with Sopron KC and Atomeromu. Szolnok will meet Arconic-Alba (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Kormend will play against the league's leader Szombathely and hope to secure a win. There were no big surprises in other games of round 24: Arconic-Alba beat DEAC on the road 87-77. Bottom-ranked Hubner NBS lost to Bp. Honved on its own court 85-91. Duna Aszfalt managed to outperform OSE Lions in Kecskemet 75-67. Sopron KC rolled over Kaposvari at home 94-67. DEAC - Arconic-Alba 77-87 No shocking result in a game when third ranked Arconic-Alba (16-8) beat 9th ranked DEAC (12-12) in Debrecen 87-77 on Saturday. Arconic-Alba made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. The winners were led by American-German forward Isaiah Philmore (203-1989, college: Xavier) who scored that evening 16 points and 6 rebounds and international point guard Adam Somogyi (191-2000) supported him with 13 points and 7 assists. Four Arconic-Alba players scored in double figures. Even 27 points and 4 assists by the former international point guard Darrin Govens (185-1988, college: St.Joseph's) did not help to save the game for DEAC. Point guard Laszlo Polyak (191-1993) added 5 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Arconic-Alba have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 16-8 record having five points less than leader Szombathely, which they share with ZTE KK. Loser DEAC keeps the ninth place with 12 games lost. Arconic-Alba will meet at home league's second-placed Szolnok in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. DEAC will play against Bp. Honved (#12) in Budapest and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Arconic-Alba: Q.DeCosey 18+3reb, I.Philmore 16+6reb+1ast, A.Somogyi 13+3reb+7ast, M.Pongo 13+4reb+6ast, D.Vojvoda 10+1reb+4ast, Q.Ford 9+11reb DEAC: D.Govens 27+4reb+4ast, A.Toth 12+3reb, M.Scott 9+4reb+3ast, B.Mocsan 8+5reb+3ast, J.Taylor 6+5reb+1ast, L.Polyak 5+10reb+4ast Kormend - Szolnok 79-93 The game in Kormend was also quite interesting. Second ranked Szolnok (19-5) played at the court of 6th ranked Kormend (13-11). Szolnok defeated Kormend 93-79 on Saturday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Kormend. Szolnok made 22-of-28 free shots (78.6 percent) during the game. The winners were led by Montenegrin forward Bojan Subotic (203-1990) who scored that evening 19 points and American point guard Jabril Durham (185-1994, college: Arkansas, agency: Octagon Europe) supported him with 7 points and 9 assists. Even 19 points by American point guard Siyani Chambers (183-1993, college: Harvard) did not help to save the game for Kormend. Canadian guard Justin Edwards (192-1992, college: Kansas St.) added 14 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Szolnok and five Kormend players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Szolnok maintains second position with 19-5 record having just two points less than leader Szombathely. Loser Kormend keeps the sixth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with Sopron KC and Atomeromu. Szolnok will meet Arconic-Alba (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Kormend will play against the league's leader Szombathely and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Szolnok: B.Subotic 19+4reb+1ast, J.Gavin 13+2ast, N.Lukacs 12+4reb+1ast, A.Williamson 11+6reb+1ast, A.Revesz 10+3reb, G.Rudner 9+3reb+1ast Kormend: S.Chambers 19+3reb+3ast, M.Cakarun 15+7reb+1ast, J.Edwards 14+5reb+5ast, W.Mitchell 11+2reb, K.Durazi 10+2reb, O.Godwin 4+5reb+1ast Hubner NBS - Bp. Honved 85-91 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 14th ranked Hubner NBS's (2-22) home loss to thirteenth ranked Bp. Honved (6-18) in Nyiregyhaza 85-91 on Saturday. The winners were led by Bosnian guard Stefan Mijovic (193-1995) who scored that evening 19 points and American point guard Taz Sherman (184-1999, college: WVU) supported him with 23 points. Even 30 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists by American guard Darius Perry (188-1999, college: UCF) did not help to save the game for Hubner NBS. Swingman Bruno Bazso (195-1995) added 17 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Five Bp. Honved and four Hubner NBS players scored in double figures. Bp. Honved moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Szedeak. Hubner NBS lost seventh consecutive game. They stay dead last with 22 lost games. Bp. Honved will meet at home higher ranked DEAC (#9) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Hubner NBS will play against Kaposvari (#10) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Bp. Honved: T.Sherman 23+1reb, S.Mijovic 19+2reb+3ast, D.Andras 15+6reb, I.Crawley 13+8reb+2ast, A.Demeter 12+7reb+1ast, K.Simon 5+5reb+7ast Hubner NBS: D.Perry 30+6reb+4ast, R.Pipiras 17+4reb+4ast, B.Bazso 17+8reb+2ast, E.Copes 14+8reb+1ast, B.Kiss 5+1reb+1ast, D.Szobi 2 OSE Lions - Duna Aszfalt 67-75 Rather predictable result when seventh ranked Duna Aszfalt (14-10) won against 11th ranked OSE Lions (8-16) in Oraszlany 75-67 on Saturday. Duna Aszfalt made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. The winners were led by Montenegrin swingman Milos Borisov (201-1985) who scored that evening 22 points and 9 rebounds and American-Dominican center Marques Townes (193-1995, college: Loyola, IL) supported him with 14 points. Even a double-double of 18 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists by Serbian guard Djordje Dimitrijevic (188-1997, college: Mercer) did not help to save the game for OSE Lions. The former international guard Andras Rujak (189-1988) added 9 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Duna Aszfalt moved-up to fifth place. OSE Lions lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 16 games lost. Duna Aszfalt will meet at home Sopron KC (#6) in the next round. OSE Lions will play against ZTE KK (#4) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Duna Aszfalt: M.Borisov 22+9reb, M.Townes 14+4reb+2ast, K.Karahodzic 9+8reb+1ast, R.Dramicanin 9+5reb, K.Wittmann 8+3reb+4ast, J.Klobucar 7+2reb+2ast OSE Lions: D.Dimitrijevic 18+10reb+4ast, D.Krestinin 10+3reb, A.Rujak 9+5reb+1ast, J.Barnjak 8+1reb+5ast, D.Gergo 5+2reb, C.Aleksej 4+3reb Sopron KC - Kaposvari 94-67 Not a big story in a game when 10th ranked Kaposvari (9-15) was outscored on the road by eighth ranked Sopron KC (13-11) 94-67 on Saturday. Sopron KC shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 52.0 percentage. The winners were led by American-Slovakian guard Andre Jones (191-1990, college: Winthrop) who scored that evening 20 points and 4 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and American guard Maliek White (190-1998, college: Providence, agency: Mansfield and Associates) supported him with 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Sopron KC players scored in double figures. Sopron KC's coach Kostas Flevarakis felt very confident that he used entire bench saving starting five for next games. Even a double-double of 16 points and 12 rebounds by American center Michael Hughes (203-1998, college: Duquesne) did not help to save the game for Kaposvari. His fellow American import forward DeSean Parsons (201-1995, college: Portland St.) added 9 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Sopron KC moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Kormend and Atomeromu. Loser Kaposvari keeps the tenth position with 15 games lost. Sopron KC will meet higher ranked Duna Aszfalt (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Kaposvari will play against Hubner NBS (#14) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Sopron KC: A.Jones 20+1reb+4ast, Y.Joseph 14+2reb+5ast, M.White 14+5reb+4ast, J.Barnett 11+2reb, V.Valerio-Bodon 10+6reb+4ast, J.Durham 9+6reb Kaposvari: M.Hughes 16+12reb+3ast, I.Brown 10+4reb+3ast, P.Bence 9+2reb, D.Parsons 9+5reb+6ast, B.Benedek 8+2reb, B.Krnjajski 6+1reb+4ast Szedeak - Szombathely 82-97 A Division top team - Szombathely (21-3) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat twelfth ranked Szedeak (6-18) in Szeged 97-82. Szombathely shot 67.9 percent from the field. Worth to mention a quality performance of the former international Zoltan Perl (195-1995, agency: BeoBasket) who helped to win the game recording 26 points (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) and American Matt Tiby (203-1992, college: Milwaukee, agency: Octagon Europe) who added 17 points (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!) during the contest. Four Szombathely players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Desi Washington (188-1992, college: St.Peter's) with 20 points and 5 assists (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!) and his fellow American import forward Tyler Roberson (203-1994, college: Syracuse) scored 19 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Szombathely have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 21-3 record. Szedeak at the other side keeps the twelfth place with 18 games lost. They share the position with Bp. Honved. Szombathely will play against Kormend (#8) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Szedeak will play against Atomeromu (#7) in Paks and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Szombathely: Z.Perl 26+4reb+2ast, M.Tiby 17+4reb+1ast, Z.Brown 15+3reb+3ast, R.Cowels III 11+2reb, S.Pot 6+2reb+7ast, B.Kovacs 6+3reb Szedeak: D.Washington 20+4reb+5ast, T.Roberson 19+8reb, K.Nicholson 18+7reb, N.Carter 9+3reb, P.Kristof 8+2reb, K.Bognar 6+8reb+2ast ZTE KK - Atomeromu 81-78 The most exciting game of round 24 in the A Division took place in Zalaegerszeg. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 5th ranked Atomeromu (13-11) to fourth ranked ZTE KK (16-8) 81-78 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Atomeromu. ZTE KK forced 19 Atomeromu turnovers. Strangely Atomeromu outrebounded ZTE KK 40-28 including a 34-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. 24 personal fouls committed by Atomeromu helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for American forward Mitchell Smith (208-1997, college: Missouri) who led his team to a victory with 21 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). The other American import guard Liam OReilly (188-1996, college: Gardner-Webb, agency: Octagon Europe) contributed with 13 points and 9 assists for the winners. ZTE KK's coach Sebastjan Krasovec used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. U.S. Virgin Islands guard Deon Edwin (190-1992, college: Kent St.) replied with 14 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists and American forward Paul Atkinson (206-1999, college: Notre Dame) added 16 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Atomeromu. Five ZTE KK and four Atomeromu players scored in double figures. ZTE KK moved-up to third place, which they share with Arconic-Alba. Atomeromu at the other side dropped to the sixth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Kormend and Sopron KC. ZTE KK is looking forward to face OSE Lions (#11) in Oraszlany in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Atomeromu will play at home against Szedeak (#13) and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. Top scorers: ZTE KK: M.Smith 21+5reb, P.Rakicevic 13+2reb+3ast, L.O'Reilly 13+3reb+9ast, A.Polster 11+1reb, D.Ostojic 10+11reb+4ast, I.Keller 6+1reb+1ast Atomeromu: P.Atkinson 16+6reb, D.Edwin 14+8reb+7ast, A.Kovacs 13+3reb+2ast, J.Eilingsfeld 11+8reb+2ast, D.Buckingham 10+2reb+2ast, A.Frank 6+2reb |
| Perl's 26 points give him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 26 points adding four rebounds and two assists for Szombathely in his team's victory, helping them to beat Szedeak (#13, 6-18) 97-82. It allowed Szombathely to consolidate first place in the Hungarian league. Szombathely have a solid 21-3 record. In the team's last game Perl had a remarkable 84.6% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Szombathely, through which he has constantly improved. Perl has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (5th best: 18.1ppg) and averages solid 63.2% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Darrin Govens (185-PG-1988) of DEAC. He is naturalized American guard in his first season at DEAC. In the last game Govens recorded impressive 27 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as DEAC lost that game 77-87 to the higher-ranked Arconic-Alba (#3, 16-8). DEAC managed to keep the same 9th spot in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 12-12 record is not bad and everything may still change. Govens is a newcomer at DEAC and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to guard Darius Perry (188-G-1999) of Hubner NBS (#14). Perry got into 30-points club by scoring exactly 30 points in the last round. He went also for six rebounds and four assists. Despite Perry's great performance Hubner NBS lost 85-91 to slightly higher-ranked Bp. Honved (#12, 6-18). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter 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 2-22 record places them at the very bottom of the standings. Perry has individually a great season in Hungary. After 24 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 22.4ppg (best scorer) and assists with 4.6apg (9th best). He also has 2.6spg and FGP: 50.4%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Stefan Mijovic (193-G-1995) of Bp. Honved - 19 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Djordje Dimitrijevic (188-G-1997) of OSE Lions - 18 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Michael Hughes (203-C-1998) of Kaposvari - 16 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Mitchell Smith (208-F-1997) of ZTE KK - 21 points and 5 rebounds 8. Danilo Ostojic (204-PF-1996) of ZTE KK - 10 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Milos Borisov (201-G/F-1985) of Duna Aszfalt - 22 points and 9 rebounds 10. Yasiin Joseph (186-G) of Sopron KC - 14 points, 2 rebounds and 5 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| D1 Round 26: Alftanes are defeated by IA - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There will be only one (last) round of the Regular Season in D1. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Alftanes (22-4) in Reykjavik on Thursday night. Hosts were defeated by eighth ranked IA (10-16) 107-91. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Alftanes. The game was mostly controlled by IA. Alftanes managed to win second period 29-21. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Alftanes 42-20 including a 30-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. IA looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American power forward Jalen Dupree (205-1998, college: Tennessee St.) had a double-double by scoring 23 points and 15 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Anders Adersteg (197-1995) chipped in 21 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists during the contest. Croatian swingman Dino Stipcic (196-1989) responded with 20 points and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. IA moved-up to seventh place. Alftanes at the other side still keep top position with four games lost. IA are looking forward to face higher ranked Skallagrimur (#4) in Borganes in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Alftanes will play on the road against Sindri in Hofn and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game between Top Four teams took place in Reykjavik. First ranked host Alftanes (22-4) defeated 4th ranked Skallagrimur (15-11) 96-83. Hungarian-Serbian Srdjan Stojanovic (198-1991) notched 28 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and Dui Jonsson supported him with 20 points and 11 assists. Alftanes' coach Kjartan Kjartansson used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Even a double-double of 37 points (!!!), 13 rebounds and 4 assists by American Keith Jordan (198-1998, college: SHU) did not help to save the game for Skallagrimur. Alftanes have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 22-4 record. Skallagrimur at the other side keeps the fourth place with 11 games lost. Alftanes will play against Sindri (#3) in Hofn in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Skallagrimur will play on the road against IA in Akranes and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game in Fludir supposed to be also quite interesting. Third ranked Sindri (17-9) played at the court of 7th ranked Hrunamenn (9-17). Sindri did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 110-90 on Friday. The best player for the winners was Tyler Stewart who scored 18 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Sindri's coach Israel Martin used a ten-player rotation saving starting five for next games. Ahmad Gilbert produced a double-double by scoring 37 points (!!!), 13 rebounds and 4 assists for the hosts. Sindri maintains third position with 17-9 record having five points less than leader Alftanes. Hrunamenn lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth place with 17 games lost. Sindri will meet at home league's leader Alftanes in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Hrunamenn will play against Thor AK (#10) in Akureyri and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 26: Selfoss lost to Skallagrimur on the opponent's court 87-100. Armann unfortunately lost to Hamar in a home game 65-83. Bottom-ranked Thor AK was rolled over Fjolnir on the road 58-125. Alftanes - Skallagrimur 96-83 The game between Top Four teams took place in Reykjavik. First ranked host Alftanes (22-4) defeated 4th ranked Skallagrimur (15-11) 96-83. Hungarian-Serbian Srdjan Stojanovic (198-1991) notched 28 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and point guard Dui Jonsson (183-2001) supported him with 20 points and 11 assists. Five Alftanes players scored in double figures. Alftanes' coach Kjartan Kjartansson used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Even a double-double of 37 points (!!!), 13 rebounds and 4 assists by American Keith Jordan (198-1998, college: SHU) did not help to save the game for Skallagrimur. Point guard Bjorgvin Rikhardsson (195-1993) added 11 points, 8 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals for the guests. Alftanes have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 22-4 record. Skallagrimur at the other side keeps the fourth place with 11 games lost. Alftanes will play against Sindri (#3) in Hofn in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Skallagrimur will play on the road against IA in Akranes and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Skallagrimur: K.Jordan 37+13reb+4ast, B.Rikhardsson 18+6reb+2ast, B.Rikhardsson 11+8reb+9ast, P.Marino 8+3reb+1ast, M.Sedlarevic 7+7reb+2ast, O.Jonsson 2+1reb+1ast Alftanes: S.Stojanovic 28+6reb+1ast, D.Jonsson 20+4reb+11ast, E.Aevarsson 14+3reb+1ast, D.Stipcic 14+2reb+2ast, C.Bowen 14+8reb+1ast, S.Stefansson 6+8reb Skallagrimur - Selfoss 100-87 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 5th ranked Selfoss' (12-14) road loss to fourth ranked Skallagrimur (15-11) 87-100 on Friday. The game was mostly controlled by Skallagrimur. Selfoss managed to win second period 21-20. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Skallagrimur shot 63.6 percent from the field. Skallagrimur had a 31-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was American Keith Jordan (198-1998, college: SHU) who had a double-double by scoring 37 points (!!!), 13 rebounds and 4 assists. Slovenian forward Milorad Sedlarevic (201-1993, college: UPEI) chipped in 14 points and 6 assists. Forward Arnaldur Grimsson (195-2002) produced 19 points and 5 rebounds and forward Birkir Eythorsson (201-2006) added 20 points respectively for the guests. Five Selfoss players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Skallagrimur maintains fourth position with 15-11 record. Loser Selfoss keep the fifth place with 14 games lost. They share the position with Fjolnir. Skallagrimur will meet IA (#7) in the next round. Selfoss will play against Armann and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Selfoss: E.Birkir 20+4reb+1ast, G.Arnaldur 19+5reb+3ast, J.Styrmir 12+2reb+3ast, J.Isar 11+3reb+2ast, P.Isak 11+3reb+5ast, S.Bjarnason 7+3reb Skallagrimur: K.Jordan 37+13reb+4ast, P.Marino 17+3reb+1ast, M.Sedlarevic 14+4reb+6ast, A.Bjornsson 8+2reb, D.Gudmundsson 8+3reb+2ast, B.Rikhardsson 6+4reb+2ast Armann - Hamar 65-83 Very predictable result in Reykjavik where second ranked Hamar (21-5) defeated 9th ranked Armann (8-12) 83-65 on Thursday. The game was mostly controlled by Hamar. Armann managed to win third quarter 25-22. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Hamar had a 39-27 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international center Ragnar Nathanaelsson (220-1991) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 13 rebounds. Slovenian point guard Mirza Sarajlija (187-1991) chipped in 12 points, 6 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals. Kristofer Gislason (194-1996) produced 17 points and 5 rebounds and American center William Thompson (203-1993, college: Felician) added 7 points and 12 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Hamar have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 21-5 record behind leader Alftanes. Newly promoted Armann keeps the ninth place with 12 games lost. Hamar will meet at home Fjolnir (#6) in the next round. Armann will play against Selfoss and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Armann: K.Gislason 17+5reb, K.Hjortur 11+2reb, I.Steingrimsson 11+2reb+3ast, S.Bjornsson 7+2reb+1ast, W.Thompson 7+12reb+2ast, A.Bracey 4+5reb+4ast Hamar: R.Nathanaelsson 22+13reb+1ast, S.Alfonso 14+3reb+2ast, P.Elias 12+3reb, M.Sarajlija 12+6reb+9ast, D.Gretarsson 7+8reb+7ast, D.Haukur 6+8reb+1ast Fjolnir - Thor AK 125-58 Not a big story in a game in Reykjavik where 10th ranked Thor AK (1-25) was rolled over by sixth ranked Fjolnir (12-14) 125-58 on Friday. The game without a history. Fjolnir led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Thor AK's 34. Fjolnir forced 29 Thor AK turnovers and outrebounded them 53-30 including a 35-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 36 assists comparing to just 19 passes made by Thor AK's players. The best player for the winners was Canadian power forward Lewis Diankulu (201-1995, college: Queens, NC) who scored 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Isak Baldursson (187-2003) chipped in 22 points. Five Fjolnir players scored in double figures. Forward Baldur Johannsson (195-2001) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds and Croatian power forward Toni Cutuk (208-1999) added 10 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Fjolnir moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Selfoss. Thor AK lost fourteenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 25 lost games. Fjolnir will meet league's second-placed Hamar on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Thor AK will play against Hrunamenn (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Thor AK: J.Baldur 17+11reb+2ast, K.Fannar 10+3reb+2ast, T.Cutuk 10+6reb+3ast, A.Arngrimur 8, J.Smari 7+4reb+5ast, H.Pall 5+2ast Fjolnir: B.Isak 22+2reb+3ast, L.Diankulu 18+8reb+4ast, B.Karl 18+3reb+5ast, A.Hilmir 14+4reb+3ast, H.Fannar 13+3reb+4ast, S.Fransis 11+10reb+3ast Hrunamenn - Sindri 90-110 The game in Fludir supposed to be also quite interesting. Third ranked Sindri (17-9) played at the court of 7th ranked Hrunamenn (9-17). Sindri did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 110-90 on Friday. The game was mostly controlled by Sindri. Hrunamenn managed to win second period 25-23. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Sindri looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was American swingman Tyler Stewart (203-1998, college: SFU) who scored 18 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Danish guard Oscar Teglgaard (187-1998) chipped in 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Five Sindri players scored in double figures. Sindri's coach Israel Martin used a ten-player rotation saving starting five for next games. American forward Ahmad Gilbert (200-1996, college: St.Thomas, FL) produced a double-double by scoring 37 points (!!!), 13 rebounds and 4 assists and American-Hungarian forward Sam Burt (201-1994, college: FPU) added 22 points (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) respectively for the hosts. Sindri maintains third position with 17-9 record having five points less than leader Alftanes. Hrunamenn lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth place with 17 games lost. Sindri will meet at home league's leader Alftanes in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Hrunamenn will play against Thor AK (#10) in Akureyri and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Hrunamenn: A.Gilbert 37+13reb+4ast, S.Burt 22+4reb+1ast, A.Odinn 14+1reb, K.Hringur 7+4reb+1ast, G.Patrik 2+1reb+2ast, E.Kristofer 2+1reb Sindri: H.Tomas 21+2reb+2ast, O.Teglgaard 19+5reb+6ast, T.Stewart 18+7reb+5ast, G.Sanchez 13+4reb, I.Herrero 11+5reb+7ast, R.Daunys 11+3reb Alftanes - IA 91-107 The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Alftanes (22-4) in Reykjavik on Thursday night. Hosts were defeated by eighth ranked IA (10-16) 107-91. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Alftanes. The game was mostly controlled by IA. Alftanes managed to win second period 29-21. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Alftanes 42-20 including a 30-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. IA looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American power forward Jalen Dupree (205-1998, college: Tennessee St.) had a double-double by scoring 23 points and 15 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Anders Adersteg (197-1995) chipped in 21 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists during the contest. Croatian swingman Dino Stipcic (196-1989) responded with 20 points and 4 assists and guard Ragnar Ragnarsson (190-1997) scored 21 points. Five IA and four Alftanes players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. IA moved-up to seventh place. Alftanes at the other side still keep top position with four games lost. IA are looking forward to face higher ranked Skallagrimur (#4) in Borganes in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Alftanes will play on the road against Sindri in Hofn and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Alftanes: R.Ragnarsson 21+3reb+2ast, D.Stipcic 20+2reb+4ast, S.Stojanovic 13+1reb+2ast, C.Bowen 13+5reb+2ast, E.Aevarsson 8+2reb+2ast, P.Jonsson 5+2reb+1ast IA: J.Dupree 23+15reb+2ast, J.Thordur 21+4reb+7ast, A.Anders 21+8reb+8ast, L.Christofis 18+2reb+3ast, G.Frank 10+3reb+1ast, D.Julius 6+4reb |
| Icelandic D1 round 26 best performance: Keith Jordan - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 24-year old player had a double-double of 37 points and 13 rebounds, while his team in a lost game to Alftanes (#1, 22-4) 83-96. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Skallagrimur maintains the 4th position in Icelandic D1. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Skallagrimur will need to avoid more loses keep or improve their 15-11 record. In the team's last game Jordan had a remarkable 57.1% from 2-point range. He turned to be Skallagrimur's top player in his first season with the team. Former Siena Heights University star has very solid stats this year. Jordan is in league's top in points (2nd best: 30.8ppg), rebounds (5th best: 10.6rpg) and averages impressive 1.5bpg,2.6spg and 62.0% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young American Jalen Dupree (205-F/C-1998) of IA. Dupree had a very good evening with a double-double of 23 points and 15 rebounds. Of course he led IA to another comfortable win 107-91 over the higher-ranked Alftanes (#1, 22-4) being unquestionably team leader. This victory allowed IA to move up to 7th position in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 10-16 record. Dupree is a newcomer at IA, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.0ppg (#8). He also registered 12.3 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was American forward Ahmad Gilbert (200-F-1996) of Hrunamenn (#8). Gilbert got into 30-points club by scoring 37 points in the last round. He went also for thirteen rebounds and four assists. Despite Gilbert's great performance Hrunamenn lost 90-110 to the higher-ranked Sindri (#3, 17-9). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Hrunamenn not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 17 games, recording just nine victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Gilbert could try to bring Hrunamenn's a little bit higher in the standings. Gilbert has individually a great season in Iceland. After 26 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 31.8ppg (best scorer), rebounds with 12.6rpg (2nd best) and assists with 5.5apg (7th best). He also has 2.8spg and FGP: 59.3%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Ragnar Nathanaelsson (220-C-1991) of Hamar - 22 points and 13 rebounds 5. Srdjan Stojanovic (198-SG-1991) of Alftanes - 28 points and 6 rebounds 6. Anders Adersteg (197-F-1995) of IA - 21 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists 7. Lewis Diankulu (201-F/C-1995) of Fjolnir - 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Dui Jonsson (183-PG-2001) of Alftanes - 20 points, 4 rebounds and 11 assists 9. Tyler Stewart (203-G/F-1998) of Sindri - 18 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Sam Burt (201-F-1994) of Hrunamenn - 22 points and 4 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Best players of Icelandic Subway League round 20 - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 32-year old shooting guard had the game-high 34 points adding seven rebounds and six assists for Valur in his team's victory, helping them to beat IR (#11, 4-16) 102-97. Valur maintains the 2nd position in Icelandic Subway League. They are still close to the very top. Valur would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 16-4 record. In the team's last game Bertone had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range and got five three-pointers out of 10 attempts. It's his second year at Valur and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Pablo Bertone averages this season 15.8ppg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Greek center Gaios Skordilis (207-C-1987, agency: Diamond Sports) of Grindavik. Skordilis impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 24 points and 13 rebounds. Of course Grindavik cruised to a 112-103 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Breidablik (#9, 8-12). Grindavik's 6th position in the standings has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 10-10 record is not bad and everything may still change. Skordilis is a newcomer at Grindavik 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 Keyshawn Woods (192-SG-1996) of Tindastoll (#5). Woods got into 30-points club by scoring 34 points in the last round. He went also for seven rebounds . Despite Woods' great performance Tindastoll lost 90-93 to slightly lower-ranked Thor Thorl (#7, 9-11). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing Tindastoll needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 11 victories and 9 lost games. Woods has a great season in Iceland. After 19 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 19.8ppg (8th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Taylor Johns (201-F-1994) of IR - 14 points, 23 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Olafur Olafsson (194-G-1990) of Grindavik - 30 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Nicolas Richotti (183-PG-1986) of Njardvik - 28 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists 7. Dee Davis (178-PG-1993) of Haukar - 29 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Adama Darboe (190-G-1986) of Stjarnan - 25 points, 3 rebounds and 8 assists 9. Antonio Williams (183-PG-1997) of KR - 25 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Vinnie Shahid (180-PG-1998) of Thor Thorl - 23 points, 4 rebounds and 9 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| IBL Round 35: Pelita Jaya edge Dewa United by two points - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 35 in the IBL took place in Jakarta. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 4th placed Dewa United (14-5) to third ranked Pelita Jaya (16-2) 96-94 on Friday evening. Pelita Jaya looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was American swingman Dominique Sutton (193-1986, college: NCCU) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds. point guard Hendrick Yonga (183-2002) chipped in 15 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Pelita Jaya's coach Djordje Jovicic used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. American Anthony Johnson (203-1988, college: Fairfield) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points and 24 rebounds for the guests. Pelita Jaya have an impressive series of ten victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Prawira. Dewa United at the other side keeps the fourth position with five games lost. Leader Satria Muda delivered the seventeenth victory. This time they beat 6th ranked Rans Pik (12-6) 67-58 in Gor Merpati. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Rans Pik. The former international point guard Widyanta-Putra Teja (180-1997) orchestrated the victory by scoring 16 points and 5 rebounds. Laurentius Oei contributed with 10 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. American forward Roscoe Smith (206-1991, college: UNLV) answered with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 15 rebounds for Rans Pik. Rans Pik's coach Christopher Daleo rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Satria Muda. Defending champion maintains first place with 17-1 record. Rans Pik at the other side keeps the sixth position with six games lost. Thirteenth-ranked NSH (5-14) made lots of trouble for sixth ranked Bima Perkasa (13-6) in Sakti on Saturday. Bima Perkasa managed to secure only two-point victory 74-72. However their fans expected much easier game. It was a great evening for Cameron Coleman who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Shavar Newkirk responded with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 11 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Bima Perkasa moved-up to fifth place. Loser NSH keeps the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Evos Bogor. Other games of round 35 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Hangtuah defeated Satya Wacana in Jakarta 66-64. Evos Bogor was smashed by Prawira at home 50-84. Pacific Caesar lost to Tangerang on the opponent's court 57-62. Satya Wacana - Hangtuah 64-66 There was no surprise in Salatiga where 16th ranked Satya Wacana (2-17) was edged by eleventh ranked Hangtuah (7-12) 66-64 on Friday. It was a great evening for American guard Ronnie Boyce III (191-1995, college: USF, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 15 rebounds. Daniel Wenas (190-1992) helped adding 8 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. American forward Shemar Johnson (204-1996, college: Stillman) responded with 24 points and 7 rebounds and guard Maikel Baliba (188) scored 9 points. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Hangtuah moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Bali Utd. Loser Satya Wacana stay at the bottom position with 17 games lost. They share it with Pacific Caesar. Top scorers: Hangtuah: R.Boyce III 24+15reb+3ast, D.Joseph 11+3reb, D.Wenas 8+5reb+4ast, M.Jayadiwangsa 7+5reb+1ast, G.Gunawan 4+3reb+1ast, S.Neno 4+4reb+2ast Satya Wacana: S.Johnson 24+7reb, B.Maikel 9+1reb+2ast, B.Ignatio 9, M.Lindsay 6+4reb, T.Saputro 5+1reb, B.Calvin 4+7reb+1ast Pelita Jaya - Dewa United 96-94 The most exciting game of round 35 in the IBL took place in Jakarta. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 4th placed Dewa United (14-5) to third ranked Pelita Jaya (16-2) 96-94 on Friday evening. Pelita Jaya looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was American swingman Dominique Sutton (193-1986, college: NCCU) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds. Point guard Hendrick Yonga (183-2002) chipped in 15 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Pelita Jaya's coach Djordje Jovicic used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. American Anthony Johnson (203-1988, college: Fairfield) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points and 24 rebounds and the former international forward Kaleb Gemilang (184-1991) added 28 points respectively for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Pelita Jaya have an impressive series of ten victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Prawira. Dewa United at the other side keeps the fourth position with five games lost. Top scorers: Pelita Jaya: D.Sutton 24+12reb+3ast, D.Wiggins 16+2reb+3ast, Y.Hendrick 15+5reb+7ast, A.Muhamad 14+8reb+2ast, S.Yesaya 9+4reb+5ast, M.Wicaksono 8+5reb+2ast Dewa United: K.Gemilang 28+4reb+1ast, A.Johnson 19+24reb+2ast, X.Prawiro 14+3reb+4ast, R.Azzaryan Pradhitya 13+6reb+6ast, K.Baskoro 6+2reb+1ast, F.Purwoko 5+1reb Bima Perkasa - NSH 74-72 Thirteenth-ranked NSH (5-14) made lots of trouble for sixth ranked Bima Perkasa (13-6) in Sakti on Saturday. Bima Perkasa managed to secure only two-point victory 74-72. However their fans expected much easier game. Bima Perkasa outrebounded NSH 50-37 including a 22-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for American Cameron Coleman (198-1992, college: York, NE, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Nuke Saputra (177-1995) helped adding 17 points and 5 rebounds. American point guard Shavar Newkirk (179-1996, college: St.Joseph's) responded with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 11 rebounds and Fachrul Asyam (185-1997) scored 10 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Bima Perkasa moved-up to fifth place. Loser NSH keeps the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Evos Bogor. Top scorers: Bima Perkasa: C.Coleman 21+12reb+4ast, N.Saputra 17+5reb+2ast, F.Ikram 12+6reb+2ast, S.Argus 5+7reb, L.Victory 5+1reb+1ast, S.Samuel 5+3reb NSH: S.Newkirk 30+11reb+3ast, A.Fachrul 10+7reb, J.Panagan 9+3reb+3ast, V.Sanjaya 7+2reb, R.Aprilian 5+5reb+1ast, M.Sedek Basik 4+3reb Evos Bogor - Prawira 50-84 No shocking result in a game when third ranked Prawira (16-2) smashed on the road 13th ranked Evos Bogor (5-14) 84-50 on Saturday. They outrebounded Evos Bogor 44-31 including a 32-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. Prawira looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Evos Bogor's players. It was a great evening for Dominican Brandone Francis (194-1994, college: Texas Tech) who led his team to a victory with a triple-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds and 12 assists. The former international point guard Yudha Saputera (176-1998) helped adding 20 points. American forward Andre Jackson (199-1994, college: Bowie St., agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) responded with 8 points and 7 rebounds and American-Jamaican center David Haye (183-1994, college: SUNY Delhi) scored 9 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the eighth consecutive win for Prawira. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Pelita Jaya. Evos Bogor lost their third game in a row. They keep the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with NSH. Top scorers: Prawira: B.Francis 22+13reb+12ast, Y.Saputera 20+4reb+1ast, A.Moh 11+5reb+2ast, G.Muhammad 9+6reb, M.Guntara 7+1reb+2ast, P.Wiguna 7+5reb Evos Bogor: D.Haye 9+3reb+2ast, T.Hendra 8+3reb+1ast, A.Jackson 8+7reb+1ast, C.Manuputty 7+3reb+3ast, H.Padre 6+2reb+2ast, C.Adrian 4+3reb+1ast Tangerang - Pacific Caesar 62-57 Rather expected game when 15th ranked Pacific Caesar (2-17) was defeated on the road by twelfth ranked Tangerang (6-12) 62-57 on Saturday. It was a great evening for American Tyron Criswell (192-1994, college: Nevada) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds. Jamaican-American center Anthony Allen (210-1992, college: OK State) helped adding 11 points and 11 rebounds. British center Morakinyo Williams (209-1988, college: Citadel) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds and Gregorio Wibowo (182-1995) scored 6 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. The victory was the third consecutive win for Tangerang. They maintain twelfth place with 6-12 record. Pacific Caesar lost their ninth game in a row. They keep the fifteenth position with 17 games lost. They share it with Satya Wacana. Top scorers: Tangerang: T.Criswell 15+11reb, M.Fabio 12+5reb+1ast, A.Allen 11+11reb, D.Ray 8+2reb+3ast, R.Teddy 5+3reb, M.Nikholas 5+2reb+2ast Pacific Caesar: M.Williams 18+13reb, C.Barnes 11+4reb, P.Aven 7+3reb+4ast, D.Daffa 7+3reb, W.Gregorio 6+5reb+5ast, W.Boby 5+3reb Rans Pik - Satria Muda 58-67 Leader Satria Muda delivered the seventeenth victory. This time they beat 6th ranked Rans Pik (12-6) 67-58 in Gor Merpati. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Rans Pik. The former international point guard Widyanta-Putra Teja (180-1997) orchestrated the victory by scoring 16 points and 5 rebounds. The former international forward Laurentius Oei (195-1994) contributed with 10 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. American forward Roscoe Smith (206-1991, college: UNLV) answered with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 15 rebounds and Jamaican-American Akeem Scott (180-1983, college: High Point) added 9 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Rans Pik. Rans Pik's coach Christopher Daleo rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Satria Muda. Defending champion maintains first place with 17-1 record. Rans Pik at the other side keeps the sixth position with six games lost. Top scorers: Satria Muda: W.Teja 16+5reb+3ast, J.Kokodiputra 14+3reb+1ast, L.Oei 10+7reb+2ast, H.Hardianus 8+4reb+2ast, E.Antoni 6+4reb+1ast, A.Seputra 5+6reb+2ast Rans Pik: R.Smith 11+15reb+2ast, D.Nuban 9+1reb, A.Scott 9+6reb+1ast, V.Wuwungan 7+2reb+1ast, F.Minallah 6+5reb+1ast, F.Alexander 4+2reb+1ast |
| Team Future win All Star Game 2023 - by Eurobasket News |
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TEAM FUTURE - EAM LEGACY 108-104 Team Future have won All Star Game 2023 in Indonesia. They overcame Team Legacy 108-104. Trailing 27-34 at the end for the first period, Team Future replied with 32-21 run in the second period. Moreover, they posted a 26-20 win in the third quarter to seal the win. Akeem Scott (180-SG-1983, college: High Point) stepped up with 25 points and Dame Diagne (197-PF-2005) as well as Brandone Francis (194-SF-1994, college: Texas Tech) had 14 each. Yudha Saputera (176-PG-1998) followed them with 13 points. Ramon Galloway (190-G-1991, college: La Salle) and Widyanta Teja replied with 21 points each in the losing effort. Yudha Saputera became the winner of the BL All-Star 3-points contest. Ramon Galloway won Slam Dunk Contest. |
| Brandone Francis' triple-double lands him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 28-year old recorded a triple-double of 22 points adding also thirteen rebounds and twelve assists, while his team outclassed Evos Bogor (#14, 5-14) with 34-point margin 84-50. Prawira is placed at 2nd position in Indonesian IBL. They are still close to the very top. Prawira would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 16-2 record. Francis turned to be Prawira's top player in his first season with the team. Texas Tech University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Francis is league's best scorer averaging so far 25.8ppg. Francis is in league's top in and averages solid 61.4% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American point guard Shavar Newkirk (179-PG-1996) of NSH. Newkirk impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 30 points and 11 rebounds. Bad luck as NSH was edged by the higher-ranked Bima Perkasa (#5, 13-6) 74-72. NSH is still in a red zone at 13th spot in the standings. 14 lost games are too many comparing to just five victories NSH managed to get this year. Newkirk is a newcomer at NSH 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 17.7ppg (#9). He also registered 6.1 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was American Ronnie Boyce III (191-G-1995, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) of Hangtuah (#10). Boyce III scored 24 points and grabbed fifteen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Hangtuah, leading his team to a 66-64 win against the lower-ranked Satya Wacana (#16, 2-17). The chances of Hangtuah not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 12 games, recording just seven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Boyce III could try to bring Hangtuah's a little bit higher in the standings. Boyce III has a very solid season. In 11 games in Indonesia he scored 23.9ppg. He also has 10.5rpg and 1.3bpg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Anthony Johnson (203-PF-1988) of Dewa United - 19 points, 24 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Dominique Sutton (193-G/F-1986) of Pelita Jaya - 24 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Cameron Coleman (198-SF-1992) of Bima Perkasa - 21 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Kaleb Gemilang (184-F-1991) of Dewa United - 28 points and 4 rebounds 8. Morakinyo Williams (209-C-1988) of Pacific Caesar - 18 points and 13 rebounds 9. Muhamad Arighi (182-G-1999) of Pelita Jaya - 14 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 10. R. Azzaryan Pradhitya (181-PG-1992) of Dewa United - 13 points, 6 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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| Serie A Round 22: Milano lose to Virtus BO - 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 Milano (17-5) at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by Virtus BO (18-4) 75-69. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Milano. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Georgian Tornike Shengelia (206-1991, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 11 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international point guard Daniel Hackett (193-1987, college: USC) chipped in 9 points during the contest. At the losing side American guard Billy Baron (188-1990, college: Canisius, agency: BeoBasket) responded with 20 points (made all of his nine free throws !!!). Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Virtus BO have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. Defending champion Milano dropped to the second place with five games lost. Virtus BO are looking forward to face Pesaro (#7) at home in the next round where they are favorite. Milano will play against Brescia (#12) and is hoping to win this game. Seventh-ranked Trento (11-11) gave a tough game to third ranked Tortona (16-6). The visitors from Tortona managed to secure only two-point victory 75-73. However their fans expected much easier game. Croatian-German center Leon Radosevic (208-1990, agency: BeoBasket) notched 14 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and Semaj Christon supported him with 13 points and 4 assists. Even 16 points and 6 rebounds by American forward Darion Atkins (203-1992, college: Virginia) did not help to save the game for Trento. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Tortona maintains third position with 16-6 record having just two points less than leader Virtus BO. Trento at the other side dropped to the eighth place with 11 games lost. Tortona will play against Sassari (#4) on the road in the next round. Trento will play against Napoli (#13) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Bottom-ranked Reggio Emilia managed to get the second consecutive victory on Saturday night. This time they won against ninth-ranked Trieste 80-75. Jeremy Senglin fired 16 points for the winners. Frank Bartley IV produced 27 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Reggio Emilia (7-15) moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Trieste dropped to the eleventh position with 13 games lost. Reggio Emilia will meet higher ranked Venezia (#10) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Trieste will play against Scafati and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 22: Brindisi won against Napoli on the opponent's court 96-80. Pesaro managed to outperform Brescia in a home game 88-79. Varese was rolled over Sassari on the road 102-73. Treviso defeated Scafati on its own court 89-88. Venezia beat Verona in a road game 95-92. The most impressive stats of the last round was 16 points and 11 rebounds by Derek Willis of Venezia. Napoli - Brindisi 80-96 Very expected game when 15th ranked Napoli (7-15) was defeated at home by sixth ranked Brindisi (12-10) 96-80 on Sunday. Americans were the main players on the court. Power forward Nick Perkins (203-1996, college: Buffalo) fired 25 points for the winners. Guard Ky Bowman (185-1998, college: Boston Coll.) chipped in 16 points and 5 assists. Four Brindisi players scored in double figures. Brindisi's coach Francesco Vitucci used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Forward Thomas Wimbush (201-1993, college: Fairmont St., agency: Slash Sports) produced 21 points and 6 rebounds and guard Elijah Stewart (196-1995, college: USC) added 17 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Brindisi moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Varese. Napoli lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth position with 15 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Brindisi will meet at home Treviso (#9) in the next round. Napoli will play against Trento (#8) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Napoli: T.Wimbush 21+6reb+2ast, E.Stewart 17+5reb+2ast, J.Williams 15+7reb+2ast, J.Young 9+1reb+4ast, D.Michineau 9+1reb+3ast, J.Howard 5 Brindisi: N.Perkins 25+4reb, K.Bowman 16+4reb+5ast, M.Reed 15+5reb, J.Burnell 13+7reb+3ast, D.Harrison 9+3reb+2ast, A.Mezzanotte 8+2reb+1ast Milano - Virtus BO 69-75 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Milano (17-5) at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by Virtus BO (18-4) 75-69. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Milano. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Georgian Tornike Shengelia (206-1991, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 11 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international point guard Daniel Hackett (193-1987, college: USC) chipped in 9 points during the contest. Four Virtus BO players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Billy Baron (188-1990, college: Canisius, agency: BeoBasket) responded with 20 points (made all of his nine free throws !!!) and Puerto Rican-American point guard Shabazz Napier (185-1991, college: UConn) scored 16 points and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Virtus BO have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. Defending champion Milano dropped to the second place with five games lost. Virtus BO are looking forward to face Pesaro (#7) at home in the next round where they are favorite. Milano will play against Brescia (#12) and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Milano: B.Baron 20+3reb+3ast, S.Napier 16+4ast, N.Melli 9+7reb+3ast, K.Hines 9+3reb+2ast, S.Tonut 7+5reb+5ast, B.Davies 4+4reb Virtus BO: M.Belinelli 12+1reb+1ast, N.Mannion 11+3ast, T.Shengelia 11+8reb+3ast, K.Weems 10+3reb+1ast, D.Hackett 9+4reb+2ast, G.Lundberg 8+1reb+3ast Pesaro - Brescia 88-79 Very predictable result when seventh ranked Pesaro (11-10) defeated at home 12th ranked Brescia (8-13) 88-79 on Saturday. Pesaro made 23-of-29 free shots (79.3 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 54.2 percentage. American guard Muhammad-Ali Abdur-Rahkman (193-1994, college: Michigan) fired 8 points and 10 assists for the winners. The other American import power forward Kwan Cheatham Jr (206-1995, college: Akron) chipped in 12 points and 5 rebounds. The former international swingman John Petrucelli (193-1992, college: Molloy) produced 22 points and the former international Amedeo Della Valle (192-1993, college: Ohio St., agency: SLN) added 14 points and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Four Brescia players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Pesaro maintains seventh position with 11-10 record. Loser Brescia keeps the twelfth place with 13 games lost. Pesaro will meet league's leader Virtus BO in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Brescia will play against the league's second-placed Milano (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: Brescia: J.Petrucelli 22, A.Della Valle 14+2reb+5ast, T.Odiase 11+5reb, K.Gabriel 10+5reb+3ast, D.Moss 8+2reb, C.Massinburg 5+2reb Pesaro: A.Daye 14+3reb+1ast, M.Tambone 12+3reb+1ast, K.Cheatham Jr. 12+5reb+1ast, D.Moretti 12, L.Tote 8+2reb, M.Abdur-Rahkman 8+4reb+10ast Sassari - Varese 102-73 Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both fifth ranked Sassari and one of their biggest challengers Varese had identical 12-9 record. This time Sassari used a home court advantage and rolled over the opponent from Varese 102-73 on Saturday night. Sassari made 24-of-28 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Varese turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American point guard Chris Dowe (189-1991, college: Bellarmine, agency: GoEmpire Group) fired 23 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Naturalized Senegalese power forward Ousmane Diop (204-2000) chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds. Four Sassari players scored in double figures. The former international forward Guglielmo Caruso (211-1999, college: Santa Clara, agency: Players Group) produced 14 points and 6 rebounds and Puerto Rican-Dominican forward Justin Reyes (193-1995, college: STAC) added 12 points and 5 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. Sassari (13-9) have an impressive six-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Loser Varese dropped to the fifth position with ten games lost. They share it with Brindisi. Sassari will meet at home higher ranked Tortona (#3) in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Varese will play against Verona and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Varese: G.Caruso 14+6reb+2ast, L.Matteo 13+2reb+1ast, J.Reyes 12+5reb+2ast, M.Brown 9+3reb+1ast, T.Owens 8+5reb+1ast, J.Johnson 6+4reb+2ast Sassari: C.Dowe 23+5reb+6ast, O.Diop 22+8reb, S.Gentile 16+2reb+4ast, E.Bendzius 12+7reb, D.Stephens 9+8reb+1ast, K.Treier 8+2reb+1ast Trento - Tortona 73-75 Seventh-ranked Trento (11-11) gave a tough game to third ranked Tortona (16-6). The visitors from Tortona managed to secure only two-point victory 75-73. However their fans expected much easier game. Croatian-German center Leon Radosevic (208-1990, agency: BeoBasket) notched 14 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and American point guard Semaj Christon (190-1992, college: Xavier) supported him with 13 points and 4 assists. Four Tortona players scored in double figures. Even 16 points and 6 rebounds by American forward Darion Atkins (203-1992, college: Virginia) did not help to save the game for Trento. The former international Diego Flaccadori (193-1996) added 8 points and 9 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Tortona maintains third position with 16-6 record having just two points less than leader Virtus BO. Trento at the other side dropped to the eighth place with 11 games lost. Tortona will play against Sassari (#4) on the road in the next round. Trento will play against Napoli (#13) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Trento: D.Atkins 16+6reb+2ast, A.Grazulis 9+5reb+1ast, M.Spagnolo 9+6reb+1ast, A.Crawford 9+2reb+3ast, D.Flaccadori 8+9reb+2ast, A.Forray 8+2ast Tortona: L.Severini 14+3reb, L.Radosevic 14+6reb+2ast, D.Harper 13+3reb+2ast, S.Christon 13+3reb+4ast, J.Macura 8+3reb+1ast, L.Candi 6+4reb+1ast Treviso - Scafati 89-88 Everything went according to plan when ninth ranked Treviso (10-12) edged at home 13th ranked Scafati (7-15) 89-88 on Sunday. However just one-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Treviso made 21-of-26 free shots (80.8 percent) during the game. They also forced 21 Scafati turnovers. Nigerian point guard Ike Iroegbu (188-1995, college: WSU) fired 19 points for the winners. American center Octavius Ellis (208-1993, college: Cincinnati) chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds. Four Treviso players scored in double figures. American-Polish guard David Logan (185-1982, college: Indianapolis) produced 21 points and American center Trevor Thompson (210-1994, college: Ohio St., agency: Octagon Europe) added 14 points and 9 rebounds (made all of his eight free throws) respectively for lost side. Scafati's coach Attilio Caja rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Treviso maintains ninth position with 10-12 record, which they share with Venezia. Scafati lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the thirteenth place with 15 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Treviso will meet higher ranked Brindisi (#6) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Scafati will play against Trieste (#11) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Scafati: D.Logan 21+3ast, R.Rossato 19+3reb+1ast, T.Thompson 14+9reb+1ast, F.Mian 8, C.Hannah 7+2ast, S.Okoye 6+7reb Treviso: I.Iroegbu 19+4reb+3ast, O.Ellis 16+6reb+1ast, A.Banks 14+2reb+5ast, M.Jantunen 13+4reb, H.Invernizzi 8+1reb+3ast, P.Sorokas 8+4reb+3ast Trieste - Reggio Emilia 75-80 Bottom-ranked Reggio Emilia managed to get the second consecutive victory on Saturday night. This time they won against ninth-ranked Trieste 80-75. American point guard Jeremy Senglin (188-1995, college: Weber St.) fired 16 points for the winners. The former international guard Andrea Cinciarini (191-1986) chipped in 15 points. Five Reggio Emilia players scored in double figures. American guard Frank Bartley IV (191-1994, college: Louisiana, agency: One Motive Sports) produced 27 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and his fellow American import point guard Corey Davis (185-1997, college: Houston) added 23 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Reggio Emilia (7-15) moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Trieste dropped to the eleventh position with 13 games lost. Reggio Emilia will meet higher ranked Venezia (#10) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Trieste will play against Scafati and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Trieste: F.Bartley IV 27+6reb+4ast, C.Davis 23+5reb+1ast, A.Lever 8+3reb+1ast, S.Spencer 8+8reb+2ast, M.Ruzzier 4+2reb+2ast, L.Campogrande 2+2reb Reggio Emilia: J.Senglin 16+4reb+1ast, A.Cinciarini 15+2reb+2ast, O.Olisevicius 13+3reb+1ast, S.Anim 12+1ast, M.Hopkins 10+9reb, D.Mouhamet 9+4reb Verona - Venezia 92-95 There was no surprise when 14th ranked Verona (7-15) was edged at home by tenth ranked Venezia (10-12) 95-92 on Sunday. Venezia made 19-of-22 free shots (86.4 percent) during the game. Americans were the main players on the court. Forward Jordan Parks (201-1994, college: NCCU, agency: Inception Sports) fired a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Derek Willis (206-1995, college: Kentucky) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds. Karvel Anderson (188-1991, college: RMU) produced 17 points and swingman Xavier Johnson (201-1993, college: Colorado) added 10 points and 10 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Venezia and five Verona players scored in double figures. Verona's coach Alessandro Ramagli rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Venezia moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Treviso. Newly promoted Verona dropped to the bottom position with 15 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Venezia will meet at home Reggio Emilia (#14) in the next round where they are favorite. Verona will play against Varese and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Verona: K.Anderson 17+4reb+2ast, G.Bortolani 16+1reb+1ast, C.Davide 13+3reb+2ast, A.Cappelletti 13+3reb+4ast, T.Smith 12+5reb+1ast, X.Johnson 10+10reb+1ast Venezia: J.Parks 19+12reb+3ast, M.Watt 19+6reb+1ast, J.Granger 19+2reb+6ast, D.Willis 16+11reb+3ast, M.Bramos 7+1reb+3ast, A.Tessitori 6+3reb+1ast |
| Italian Serie A round 22 best performance: Ousmane Diop - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 22-year old player was the main contributor (22 points, eight rebounds) to his team's victory, helping them to outclass Varese (#5, 12-10) with 29-point margin 102-73. Sassari is placed at 4th position in Italian Serie A. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Sassari will need more victories to improve their 13-9 record. In the team's last game Diop had a remarkable 69.2% from 2-point range. It's his second year at Sassari and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Ousmane Diop averages this season 9.1ppg. The second best player in last round's games was young American Frank Bartley IV (191-G-1994, agency: One Motive Sports) of Trieste. Bartley IV had a very good evening with 27 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Trieste lost that game 75-80 to the lower-ranked Reggio Emilia (#14, 7-15). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Trieste dropped in the standings to 11th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 9-13 record. Bartley IV is a newcomer at Trieste, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.5ppg (#1). His other stats are also decent: 5.0rpg and 3.1apg. Former University Louisiana at Lafayette star Bartley IV 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 forward Nick Perkins (203-F/C-1996) of Brindisi (#6). Perkins scored 25 points. He was a key player of Brindisi, leading his team to a 96-80 easy win against the lower-ranked Napoli (#13, 7-15). Brindisi needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 12 victories and 10 lost games. Perkins has a very solid season. In 21 games in Italy he scored 15.6ppg. He also has 5.1rpg and FGP: 57.4%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Chris Dowe (189-PG-1991) of Sassari - 23 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Derek Willis (206-PF-1995) of Venezia - 16 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Ike Iroegbu (188-PG-1995) of Treviso - 19 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Billy Baron (188-G-1990) of Milano - 20 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Mitchell Watt (208-C-1989) of Venezia - 19 points and 6 rebounds 9. Thomas Wimbush (201-F-1993) of Napoli - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Xavier Johnson (201-F/G-1993) of Verona - 10 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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| B2 League Round 46: Chiba defeat Saga B. - 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 another loss of Saga B. (38-10) on the court of first ranked Chiba on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Chiba 72-67. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Worth to mention a great performance of American Brandon Ashley (206-1994, college: Arizona) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points and 14 rebounds. The other American import forward Leo Lyons (206-1987, college: Missouri) contributed with 15 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. point guard Taiki Sumida (182-1999) replied with 26 points and 5 rebounds for Saga B.Chiba (37-11) have an impressive five-game winning streak. Newly promoted Chiba maintains first position which they share with defeated Saga B. Saga B. lost third consecutive game. They still keep top place with ten games lost. Chiba are again looking forward to face league's leader Saga B. at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Saga B. will have a break next round. Seventh-ranked Tokyo Z (13-36) used its home court advantage to challenge third ranked Kumamoto V. (28-21). The visitors from Kumamoto managed to secure only one-point victory 82-81. However their fans expected much easier game. American center Jamel McLean (202-1988, college: Xavier) had a double-double by scoring 31 points and 15 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Benjamin Lawson chipped in 12 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side American power forward Reginald Buckner (206-1991, college: Ole Miss) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Kumamoto V. maintains third position with 28-21 record having nine points less than leader Chiba. Tokyo Z at the other side keeps the seventh place with 36 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. The game in Tokyo was also quite interesting. Third ranked Kumamoto V. (28-21) played at the court of 7th ranked Tokyo Z (13-36). Kumamoto V. did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 81-64 on Friday. Benjamin Lawson notched a double-double by scoring 18 points and 14 rebounds to lead the effort. Even 15 points and 7 rebounds by Reginald Buckner did not help to save the game for Tokyo Z. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kumamoto V. maintains third position with 28-21 record having nine points less than leader Chiba. Loser Tokyo Z keeps the seventh place with 36 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Other games in round 46 were not that significant. Ehime OV was beaten by Aomori W. on the road 92-77. Yamagata lost to Koshigaya A. on its own court 91-101. Bambitious N. unfortunately lost to Nishinomiya S. in Hyogo 72-82. Kagawa FA was rolled over Fukushima at home 66-104. Nagasaki defeated Fukuoka R. on the opponent's court 95-83. The most impressive performance of 46th round was 29 points and 10 rebounds by Matt Bonds of Nagasaki. Tokyo Z - Kumamoto V. 64-81 The game in Tokyo was also quite interesting. Third ranked Kumamoto V. (28-21) played at the court of 7th ranked Tokyo Z (13-36). Kumamoto V. did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 81-64 on Friday. Kumamoto V. outrebounded Tokyo Z 42-25 including 28 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. British forward Benjamin Lawson (216-1995, college: WKU) notched a double-double by scoring 18 points and 14 rebounds to lead the effort and American forward Cherif Sow (201-1992) supported him with 12 points and 6 rebounds. Four Kumamoto V. players scored in double figures. Even 15 points and 7 rebounds by American power forward Reginald Buckner (206-1991, college: Ole Miss) did not help to save the game for Tokyo Z. His fellow American import power forward Ishmael Lane (203-1997, college: NSU) added 10 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kumamoto V. maintains third position with 28-21 record having nine points less than leader Chiba. Loser Tokyo Z keeps the seventh place with 36 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Tokyo Z: R.Buckner 15+7reb+3ast, I.Lane 10+8reb+2ast, J.Kano 8+1reb, D.Simon 8+5reb+3ast, Y.Ide 8+2ast, K.Kimura 4+2ast Kumamoto V.: B.Lawson 18+14reb+2ast, R.Motomura 13+3reb, C.Sow 12+6reb+1ast, Y.Shota 11+1reb+3ast, J.McLean 8+9reb+1ast, N.Ren 7+1ast Aomori W. - Ehime OV 92-77 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when fifth ranked Aomori W. (22-26) beat at home one of their biggest challengers Ehime OV (22-26) 92-77 on Saturday. Aomori W. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American power forward EJ Montgomery (208-1999, college: Kentucky) notched 32 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and the other American import forward Alex Davis (206-1992, college: Fresno St., agency: Diamond Sports) supported him with 20 points and 10 rebounds. Aomori W.'s coach used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Even a double-double of 23 points and 12 rebounds by American-Filipino forward Eugene Phelps (198-1990, college: LBSU) did not help to save the game for Ehime OV. Point guard Takumi Furuno (179-1993) added 13 points and 12 assists for lost side. Aomori W. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with defeated Ehime OV. Aomori W. will again meet at home Ehime OV (#4) in the next round. Ehime OV will have a break next round. Top scorers: Ehime OV: E.Phelps 23+12reb, A.Fitzgerald 13+5reb+2ast, T.Furuno 13+3reb+12ast, R.Kriener 9+10reb+3ast, S.Kouno 9+2ast, H.Tobita 8+1reb+1ast Aomori W.: E.Montgomery 32+6reb+2ast, A.Davis 20+10reb+3ast, I.Yuichi 14+1reb+10ast, H.Mone 9+4reb, K.Tsuneta 8+1reb+1ast, D.Shimoyama 6+1reb Yamagata - Koshigaya A. 91-101 Very expected game when 6th ranked Yamagata (19-29) lost at home to second ranked Koshigaya A. (36-12) 101-91 on Saturday. Koshigaya A. dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Yamagata's 30 and made 25-of-32 free shots (78.1 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Yamagata 39-18 including a 22-11 advantage in defensive rebounds. Koshigaya A. looked well-organized offensively handing out 35 assists. American power forward Brekkott Chapman (206-1996, college: Weber St.) notched 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and guard Hayate Komasawa (188-1998) supported him with 19 points and 9 assists. Even 19 points and 8 assists by point guard Takanori Tahara (181-1994) did not help to save the game for Yamagata. American James Bell (196-1992, college: Villanova, agency: Slash Sports) added 19 points and 4 assists for lost side. Five Koshigaya A. and four Yamagata players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Koshigaya A. have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 36-12 record having just two points less than leader Chiba. Loser Yamagata keeps the sixth place with 29 games lost. Koshigaya A. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Yamagata will play again against the league's second-placed Koshigaya A. (#2) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Yamagata: T.Tahara 19+3reb+8ast, J.Bell 19+3reb+4ast, J.Carter 13+3reb, T.Welsh 11+7reb+1ast, J.Maniwa 9, R.Yanagawa 8+1reb+2ast Koshigaya A.: B.Chapman 23+5reb+4ast, J.Harper 22+5reb+2ast, K.Hayate 19+2reb+9ast, I.Butts 14+12reb+2ast, S.Kikuchi 10+7reb+10ast, S.Tamura 6+1reb Chiba - Saga B. 72-67 The most crucial game of the last round was another loss of Saga B. (38-10) on the court of first ranked Chiba on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Chiba 72-67. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Worth to mention a great performance of American Brandon Ashley (206-1994, college: Arizona) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points and 14 rebounds. The other American import forward Leo Lyons (206-1987, college: Missouri) contributed with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Point guard Taiki Sumida (182-1999) replied with 26 points and 5 rebounds and American forward Terrance King (198-1990, college: ESU, agency: Interperformances) added 22 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Saga B.Chiba (37-11) have an impressive five-game winning streak. Newly promoted Chiba maintains first position which they share with defeated Saga B. Saga B. lost third consecutive game. They still keep top place with ten games lost. Chiba are again looking forward to face league's leader Saga B. at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Saga B. will have a break next round. Top scorers: Saga B.: S.Taiki 26+5reb+3ast, T.King 22+9reb, C.Fieler 8+6reb+4ast, Y.Mitsuhara 3+2reb, K.Atsuki 3+1reb, I.Ryota 2+2reb+1ast Chiba: B.Ashley 22+14reb+1ast, L.Lyons 15+11reb+4ast, E.Ravenel 11+7reb+3ast, Y.Okada 9, Y.Otsuka 8+2ast, T.Kida 7+1reb+2ast Tokyo Z - Kumamoto V. 81-82 Seventh-ranked Tokyo Z (13-36) used its home court advantage to challenge third ranked Kumamoto V. (28-21). The visitors from Kumamoto managed to secure only one-point victory 82-81. However their fans expected much easier game. Kumamoto V. dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Tokyo Z's 34. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. American center Jamel McLean (202-1988, college: Xavier) had a double-double by scoring 31 points and 15 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and British forward Benjamin Lawson (216-1995, college: WKU) chipped in 12 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side American power forward Reginald Buckner (206-1991, college: Ole Miss) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds and forward Junki Kano (192-1988) scored 21 points. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Kumamoto V. maintains third position with 28-21 record having nine points less than leader Chiba. Tokyo Z at the other side keeps the seventh place with 36 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Tokyo Z: J.Kano 21+1reb+2ast, R.Buckner 18+13reb+1ast, D.Simon 10+2reb+2ast, I.Lane 9+11reb+2ast, K.Tsubasa 7+4reb+5ast, Y.Ide 6+3ast Kumamoto V.: J.McLean 31+15reb+3ast, B.Lawson 12+8reb+4ast, R.Tawatari 9+3reb, R.Motomura 9+2reb+2ast, I.Hiroaki 8+6reb+2ast, H.Taniguchi 6+1reb+2ast Nishinomiya S. - Bambitious N. 82-72 Rather predictable result when third ranked Nishinomiya S. (24-24) won against 6th ranked Bambitious N. (14-34) in Hyogo 82-72 on Saturday. Nishinomiya S. outrebounded Bambitious N. 45-32 including 33 on the defensive glass. American forward Trey Porter (208-1996, college: Nevada) notched a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and the other American import forward Jordan Hamilton (201-1990, college: Texas) supported him with 17 points and 11 rebounds. Four Nishinomiya S. players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 19 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists by American-Portuguese Jeremiah Wilson (205-1988, college: Tarleton St.) did not help to save the game for Bambitious N.. American guard Christian James (194-1996, college: Oklahoma) added 17 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Nishinomiya S. have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 24-24 record having fourteen points less than leader Chiba. Bambitious N. lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 34 games lost. Nishinomiya S. will again meet at home Bambitious N. (#6) in the next round. Bambitious N. will have a break next round. Top scorers: Bambitious N.: J.Wilson 19+11reb+5ast, C.James 17+6reb+3ast, F.Naoyuki 13+1reb+1ast, Y.Tomoya 5+1reb, C.Mbodj 5+4reb, T.Komoda 5+2reb+2ast Nishinomiya S.: T.Porter 18+12reb+2ast, J.Hamilton 17+11reb+2ast, Z.Dimec 10+6reb+1ast, K.Sena 10+6reb+2ast, T.Yusuke 7+2reb+3ast, N.Dohara 7+2reb+3ast Kagawa FA - Fukushima 66-104 Not a big story in a game when 7th ranked Kagawa FA (12-36) was outscored by fourth ranked Fukushima (23-25) in Takamatsu 104-66 on Saturday. Fukushima dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Kagawa FA's 26 and made 18-of-21 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game. Fukushima looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Kagawa FA's players. Venezuelan center Gregory Echenique (206-1990, college: Creighton, agency: Pensack Sports) notched 22 points and 9 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and American guard Addison Spruill (195-1993, college: UNCW) supported him with 7 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Fukushima players scored in double figures. Even 15 points and 8 rebounds by Australian forward Rhys Vague (206-1996) did not help to save the game for Kagawa FA. American center Nigel Spikes (208-1989, college: Marshall) added 8 points and 10 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. Fukushima maintains fourth position with 23-25 record. Kagawa FA lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 36 games lost. Fukushima will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kagawa FA will play again against Fukushima (#4) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Kagawa FA: R.Vague 15+8reb, I.Takaya 8+1reb+2ast, T.Kodama 8+2ast, N.Spikes 8+10reb+1ast, K.Richardson 6+3reb+1ast, K.Takaya 6+1reb Fukushima: G.Echenique 22+9reb+1ast, N.Hashimoto 14+1reb+1ast, J.Harrellson 11+5reb+4ast, T.Hasegawa 10+4reb+6ast, D.Tsuchiya 10+2reb+1ast, S.Murakami 9+3reb+2ast Fukuoka R. - Nagasaki 83-95 Everything went according to plan when second ranked Nagasaki (33-15) defeated on the road 5th ranked Fukuoka R. (16-32) 95-83 on Saturday. Nagasaki looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American players dominated the game. Forward Matt Bonds (196-1995, college: St.Michael's) notched a double-double by scoring 29 points and 10 rebounds to lead the effort and forward Jeffrey Gibbs (188-1980, college: Otterbein) supported him with 17 points. Even a double-double of 17 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) by forward Kevin Kotzur (203-1989, college: St.Mary's, TX, agency: Green Sports Management) did not help to save the game for Fukuoka R.. Forward Jordan Glynn (200-1989, college: SF Austin) added 14 points and 12 rebounds for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Newly promoted Nagasaki maintains second position with 33-15 record having five points less than leader Chiba. Loser Fukuoka R. keeps the fifth place with 32 games lost. Nagasaki will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Fukuoka R. will play again against the league's second-placed Nagasaki (#2) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Fukuoka R.: K.Kotzur 17+10reb+6ast, T.Shirato 14+1reb, J.Glynn 14+12reb+2ast, Y.Otsuka 11+2reb+3ast, J.Honda 9+1reb+3ast, I.Tomohiro 8+1reb Nagasaki: M.Bonds 29+10reb+3ast, J.Gibbs 17+3reb+3ast, E.Yamamoto 12+4ast, P.Aguilar 10+7reb+5ast, M.Karimata 6+1reb+1ast, J.Heading 6+1reb+4ast |
| B1 League Round 42 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Sixteenth defeat of league's leader Yokohama BC (25-16) against fourth ranked Akita NH (22-19) 84-80 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Yokohama BC. Akita NH made 23-of-28 free shots (82.1 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. It was a good game for American center Steve Zack (211-1992, college: La Salle) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 17 rebounds and 9 assists. The other American import Stanton Kidd (202-1992, college: Colorado St.) contributed with 19 points and 7 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) for the winners. International guard Yuki Kawamura (169-2001) replied with 25 points and 6 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) for Yokohama BC. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Akita NH maintains fourth position with 22-19 record. Yokohama BC at the other side still keeps top place with 16 games lost. They were joined at the leadership position by Shimane SM who have the same record. Yokohama BC will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest and make it back to the top of the standings. Akita NH will try to continue on its current victory against second ranked Yokohama BC at home. The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Kawasaki BT as it allowed them to take a leadership position after previous leader's (Yokohama BC) loss. Kawasaki BT smashed 3rd ranked Gunma CT in Kanagawa 93-73. American power forward Jordan Heath (208-1991, college: Canisius, agency: Octagon Europe) had a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and Nick Fazekas chipped in 14 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Trey McKinney-Jones (198-1990, college: Miami, FL) with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Yokohama BC. Gunma CT at the other side keeps the third place with 18 games lost. Gunma CT will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest in order to get back on the winning path. Kawasaki BT will try to continue on its current victory against third ranked Gunma CT at home. Seventh-ranked Kyoto H. (17-24) used its home court advantage to challenge first ranked Chiba Jets (37-4) on Saturday. The visitors from Chiba managed to secure only two-point victory 93-91. However their fans expected much easier game. Victor Law notched 28 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists to lead the effort. Even a double-double of 19 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists by Jarrod Uthoff did not help to save the game for Kyoto H.. Chiba Jets have an impressive 23-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 37-4 record. Loser Kyoto H. keeps the seventh place with 24 games lost. Chiba Jets will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kyoto H. will play again against the league's leader Chiba Jets (#1) and hope to secure a win. There were no big surprises in other games of round 42: Sea Horses M. was beaten by Hokkaido L. on the road 80-77. Nagoya DD won against Osaka E. on its own court 79-71. Sea Horses M. managed to outperform Hokkaido L. in Kariya 92-82. Ibaraki R. recorded a loss to Hiroshima D. at home 72-90. Niigata A. crushed FE Nagoya on the opponent's court 78-59. San-en NP was beaten by Sendai 89ers in a home game 74-82. Ryukyu GK won against Shinshu BW on the road 81-66. Hitachi SRT managed to outperform Alvark Tokyo on its own court 78-75. Shiga L-Stars managed to beat Toyama G. in a road game 96-87. Tochigi Brex was defeated by Shimane SM at home 60-70. The most impressive performance of 42th round was 14 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists by Perrin Buford of Shimane SM. Hokkaido L. - Sea Horses M. 80-77 There was a small surprise when eighth ranked Hokkaido L. (11-31) edged 6th ranked Sea Horses M. (16-26) in Sapporo 80-77 on Friday. Hokkaido L. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American forward Shawn Long (208-1993, college: Louisiana, agency: Pensack Sports) notched 21 points and 8 rebounds to lead the effort and Australian forward Brock Motum (208-1990, college: WSU) supported him with 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Even a double-double of 18 points and 11 rebounds by American forward Quincy Miller-Scott (206-1992, college: Baylor, agency: Slash Sports) did not help to save the game for Sea Horses M.. His fellow American import power forward Davante Gardner (203-1991, college: Marquette) added 15 points and 6 rebounds. Four Hokkaido L. and five Sea Horses M. players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Hokkaido L. maintains eighth position with 11-31 record. Loser Sea Horses M. keeps the sixth place with 26 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Sea Horses M.: Q.Miller-Scott 18+11reb, D.Gardner 15+6reb+3ast, A.Schafer 13+4reb, Y.Nishida 13+2reb+1ast, S.Alston Jr. 11+2reb+8ast, M.Hosoya 3+1reb+2ast Hokkaido L.: S.Long 21+8reb+3ast, B.Motum 18+8reb+4ast, N.Tsukasa 18+3reb, D.Ramos 13+3reb+3ast, S.Terazono 7+1reb+5ast, S.Froling 3+5reb+1ast Akita NH - Yokohama BC 84-80 Sixteenth defeat of league's leader Yokohama BC (25-16) against fourth ranked Akita NH (22-19) 84-80 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Yokohama BC. Akita NH made 23-of-28 free shots (82.1 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. It was a good game for American center Steve Zack (211-1992, college: La Salle) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 17 rebounds and 9 assists. The other American import Stanton Kidd (202-1992, college: Colorado St.) contributed with 19 points and 7 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) for the winners. International guard Yuki Kawamura (169-2001) replied with 25 points and 6 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and American center Charles Jackson (208-1993, college: Tenn Tech) added 12 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for Yokohama BC. Four Yokohama BC players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Akita NH maintains fourth position with 22-19 record. Yokohama BC at the other side still keeps top place with 16 games lost. They were joined at the leadership position by Shimane SM who have the same record. Yokohama BC will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest and make it back to the top of the standings. Akita NH will try to continue on its current victory against second ranked Yokohama BC at home. Top scorers: Yokohama BC: K.Yuki 25+6reb+2ast, C.Jackson 12+11reb+5ast, M.Morikawa 11+4reb, D.Oliver 10+9reb+7ast, S.Koya 8+1reb, P.Auda 7+7reb Akita NH: T.Furukawa 22+2reb, S.Kidd 19+7reb+2ast, S.Zack 17+17reb+9ast, T.Nakayama 8+6reb+8ast, K.Kanter 7+3reb, H.Kawashima 7+3reb+5ast Kawasaki BT - Gunma CT 93-73 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Kawasaki BT as it allowed them to take a leadership position after previous leader's (Yokohama BC) loss. Kawasaki BT smashed 3rd ranked Gunma CT in Kanagawa 93-73. Kawasaki BT made 17-of-21 charity shots (81.0 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. American power forward Jordan Heath (208-1991, college: Canisius, agency: Octagon Europe) had a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and the former international power forward Nick Fazekas (211-1985, college: Nevada) chipped in 14 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Five Kawasaki BT players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Trey McKinney-Jones (198-1990, college: Miami, FL) with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and his fellow American import center Kaleb Tarczewski (212-1993, college: Arizona) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Yokohama BC. Gunma CT at the other side keeps the third place with 18 games lost. Gunma CT will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest in order to get back on the winning path. Kawasaki BT will try to continue on its current victory against third ranked Gunma CT at home. Top scorers: Gunma CT: T.McKinney-Jones 20+6reb+4ast, K.Tarczewski 16+10reb+2ast, M.Parker 8+11reb, A.Hachimura 6, N.Namizato 6+2reb+7ast, A.Chambers 5+1reb+3ast Kawasaki BT: J.Heath 23+13reb, N.Fazekas 14+8reb+5ast, M.Janning 13+5ast, Y.Fujii 12+4reb+5ast, R.Shinoyama 12+1ast, N.Kumagae 8 Nagoya DD - Osaka E. 79-71 Rather expected game when 6th ranked Osaka E. (19-22) lost on the road to fourth ranked Nagoya DD (28-13) 79-71 on Saturday. Nagoya DD looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American center Alan Williams (203-1993, college: UCSB) notched 9 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and the other American import power forward Scott Eatherton (206-1991, college: Northeastern, agency: BeoBasket) supported him with 15 points and 8 rebounds. Four Nagoya DD players scored in double figures. Even 38 points (!!!) and 4 assists by American guard DJ Newbill (193-1992, college: Penn St.) did not help to save the game for Osaka E.. The former international forward Ira Brown (193-1982, college: Gonzaga) added 8 points and 8 rebounds. Osaka E.'s coach Mathias Fischer rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Nagoya DD maintains fourth position with 28-13 record which they share with defeated Osaka E. Loser Osaka E. dropped to the fourth place with 22 games lost. They share the position with FE Nagoya and Shinshu BW. Nagoya DD will again meet at home Osaka E. (#6) in the next round. Osaka E. will have a break next round. Top scorers: Osaka E.: D.Newbill 38+4reb+4ast, I.Brown 8+8reb+1ast, T.Suzuki 8+4ast, R.Goda 6+1reb+2ast, K.Hunt 5+5reb+1ast, S.O'Mara 4+11reb+1ast Nagoya DD: S.Eatherton 15+8reb+1ast, C.Clarke 14+1reb+4ast, T.Nakahigashi 13+5reb+5ast, S.Seiga 10+5reb+5ast, A.Williams 9+16reb+4ast, T.Nakatsuka 8 Hokkaido L. - Sea Horses M. 82-92 Rather predictable result when sixth ranked Sea Horses M. (16-26) won against 8th ranked Hokkaido L. (11-31) in Sapporo 92-82 on Saturday. Sea Horses M. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American power forward Davante Gardner (203-1991, college: Marquette) notched a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the effort and point guard Satoshi Nagano (175-1995) supported him with 22 points and 4 assists. Even a double-double of 18 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists by American forward Shawn Long (208-1993, college: Louisiana, agency: Pensack Sports) did not help to save the game for Hokkaido L.. Australian forward Brock Motum (208-1990, college: WSU) added 17 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Five Sea Horses M. and four Hokkaido L. players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Sea Horses M. maintains sixth position with 16-26 record. Loser Hokkaido L. keeps the eighth place with 31 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Hokkaido L.: S.Long 18+12reb+4ast, B.Motum 17+8reb+2ast, N.Tsukasa 14+2reb+2ast, D.Ramos 11+6reb+5ast, S.Terazono 9+1reb+3ast, S.Froling 6+7reb+2ast Sea Horses M.: N.Satoshi 22+4reb+4ast, D.Gardner 21+11reb+6ast, Y.Nishida 18+4reb+4ast, S.Alston Jr. 12+2reb+9ast, A.Schafer 10+4reb+1ast, M.Hosoya 4 Ibaraki R. - Hiroshima D. 72-90 Not a big story in a game when 6th ranked Ibaraki R. (15-26) lost to third ranked Hiroshima D. (30-11) in Mito 72-90 on Saturday. Hiroshima D. outrebounded Ibaraki R. 36-25 including 25 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Center Kai Soto (220-2002) notched a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds to lead the effort and American forward Dwayne Evans (201-1992, college: St.Louis, agency: Pensack Sports) supported him with 16 points. Four Hiroshima D. players scored in double figures. Even 19 points and 6 rebounds by American Eric Jacobsen (208-1994, college: Arizona St.) did not help to save the game for Ibaraki R.. His fellow American import forward Chehales Tapscott (195-1990, college: Portland St.) added 12 points and 5 assists. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Hiroshima D. maintains third position with 30-11 record having just five point less than leader Shimane SM. Loser Ibaraki R. keeps the sixth place with 26 games lost. Hiroshima D. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Ibaraki R. will play again against Hiroshima D. (#3) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Ibaraki R.: E.Jacobsen 19+6reb+1ast, K.Fukuzawa 12+4ast, C.Tapscott 12+4reb+5ast, A.Hirao 8+2ast, T.Kennedy 7+4reb+1ast, Y.Hayato 5+6reb+3ast Hiroshima D.: S.Kai 21+12reb, D.Evans 16+4reb+2ast, K.Blackshear Jr. 12+4reb+4ast, T.Ryo 11+5reb+3ast, N.Tsuji 8+1reb+2ast, S.Ryo 6+1reb Kyoto H. - Chiba Jets 91-93 Seventh-ranked Kyoto H. (17-24) used its home court advantage to challenge first ranked Chiba Jets (37-4) on Saturday. The visitors from Chiba managed to secure only two-point victory 93-91. However their fans expected much easier game. Chiba Jets looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American forward Victor Law (201-1995, college: Northwestern, agency: Pensack Sports) notched 28 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists to lead the effort and the former international point guard Yuki Togashi (170-1993) supported him with 23 points and 8 assists. Even a double-double of 19 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists by American forward Jarrod Uthoff (203-1993, college: Iowa) did not help to save the game for Kyoto H.. Mali power forward Cheick Diallo (206-1996, college: Kansas) added 22 points and 12 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Chiba Jets have an impressive 23-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 37-4 record. Loser Kyoto H. keeps the seventh place with 24 games lost. Chiba Jets will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kyoto H. will play again against the league's leader Chiba Jets (#1) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Kyoto H.: C.Diallo 22+12reb+1ast, J.Uthoff 19+13reb+4ast, J.Mitsuda 11+1reb+3ast, K.Yoshiaki 11+5ast, T.Ozawa 9+1reb+2ast, M.Wright 9+9reb+9ast Chiba Jets: V.Law 28+8reb+9ast, Y.Togashi 23+3reb+8ast, S.Hara 19+2reb+3ast, J.Mooney 16+17reb+1ast, T.Sato 5+8reb+1ast, Y.Java 2+3reb FE Nagoya - Niigata A. 59-78 There was a small surprise when eighth ranked Niigata A. (6-35) outplayed on the road 5th ranked FE Nagoya (19-22) 78-59 on Saturday. They outrebounded FE Nagoya 40-25 including 26 on the defensive glass. American forward Keve Aluma (206-1998, college: Virginia Tech, agency: Pensack Sports) notched a double-double by scoring 13 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and Hungarian-American Rosco Allen (208-1993, college: Stanford, agency: Pensack Sports) supported him with 21 points and 6 rebounds. Four Niigata A. players scored in double figures. Even 14 points and 9 rebounds by American power forward Johnathan Williams III (206-1995, college: Gonzaga) did not help to save the game for FE Nagoya. International Luke Evans (203-1991, college: CBU) added 10 points. FE Nagoya's coach Garcia Reynaldo Kawabe rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Niigata A. maintains eighth position with 6-35 record, which they share with Shiga L-Stars. Newly promoted FE Nagoya dropped to the fourth place with 22 games lost. They share the position with Osaka E. and Shinshu BW. Niigata A. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. FE Nagoya will play again against Niigata A. (#8) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: FE Nagoya: J.Williams III 14+9reb+1ast, K.Ishikawa 10+3ast, L.Evans 10+3reb+1ast, T.Soma 8+1reb+1ast, N.Hiromu 6+3reb+1ast, J.Jones 4+4reb+1ast Niigata A.: R.Allen 21+6reb+1ast, E.Zen 14+2reb+3ast, K.Aluma 13+14reb+5ast, M.Yuta 11+2reb+1ast, K.Cockburn 6+10reb+4ast, S.Reon 6+1reb+6ast San-en NP - Sendai 89ers 74-82 There was a minor upset when 5th ranked San-en NP (16-25) lost to seventh ranked Sendai 89ers (13-28) in Hamamatsu 74-82 on Saturday. American forward Justin Burrell (207-1988, college: St.John's) notched 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and the other American import Nathan Boothe (206-1994, college: Toledo) supported him with 19 points and 6 rebounds. Four Sendai 89ers players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 26 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists by American center Kyle OQuinn (206-1990, college: Norfolk St., agency: Pensack Sports) did not help to save the game for San-en NP. Filipino guard Ferdinand Ravena (189-1996) added 13 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Newly promoted Sendai 89ers maintains seventh position with 13-28 record. Loser San-en NP keeps the fifth place with 25 games lost. Sendai 89ers will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. San-en NP will play again against Sendai 89ers (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: San-en NP: K.O'Quinn 26+12reb+4ast, H.Kazuki 14+4reb+2ast, F.Ravena 13+10reb+5ast, M.Yamauchi 7+5reb+4ast, K.Kanamaru 6, H.Ryota 3+2reb Sendai 89ers: N.Boothe 19+6reb+2ast, J.Burrell 15+9reb+4ast, M.Kataoka 12+2reb, Y.Aoki 11+2reb+2ast, K.Sawabe 9+1reb, R.Kobayashi 6+1reb+2ast Shinshu BW - Ryukyu GK 66-81 The game between closely ranked teams ended with second ranked Ryukyu GK's (32-9) road victory over 3rd ranked Shinshu BW (19-22) in Nagano 81-66 on Saturday. Ryukyu GK looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American power forward Allen Durham (198-1988, college: Grace Christian) notched 26 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and the other American import power forward Jack Cooley (206-1991, college: Notre Dame, agency: Pensack Sports) supported him with 11 points and 14 rebounds. Durham is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Ryukyu GK's coach Dai Oketani used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 16 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists by point guard Ko Kumagai (173-1996) did not help to save the game for Shinshu BW. The former international forward Josh Hawkinson (208-1995, college: WSU) added 14 points and 9 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Ryukyu GK have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 32-9 record having just seven point less than leader Shimane SM, which they share with Alvark Tokyo. Loser Shinshu BW dropped to the fourth place with 22 games lost. They share the position with FE Nagoya and Osaka E.. Ryukyu GK will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Shinshu BW will play again against the league's second-placed Ryukyu GK (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Shinshu BW: K.Ko 16+5reb+7ast, J.Hawkinson 14+9reb+3ast, W.Mosley 12+2reb+2ast, A.McHenry 10+6reb+1ast, L.Kurihara 8+2reb+3ast, A.Matthew 2+1reb Ryukyu GK: A.Durham 26+6reb+3ast, J.Duncan 12+4reb+5ast, R.Kishimoto 12+3reb+6ast, J.Cooley 11+14reb+1ast, C.Tamayo 9+4reb, K.Imamura 6+2reb+3ast Hitachi SRT - Alvark Tokyo 78-75 There was a minor upset when second-best Alvark Tokyo (32-9) was edged on the road by fourth ranked Hitachi SRT (20-21) 78-75 on Saturday. Hitachi SRT outrebounded Alvark Tokyo 38-24 including 28 on the defensive glass. International point guard Leo Vendrame (183-1993) notched 16 points and 9 assists to lead the effort and American forward Kevin Jones (206-1989, college: WVU) supported him with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Hitachi SRT's coach Tsutomu Isa used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Even 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists by the former international forward Ryan Rossiter (204-1989, college: Siena) did not help to save the game for Alvark Tokyo. American guard Justin Cobbs (191-1991, college: California, agency: BeoBasket) added 14 points and 7 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Hitachi SRT moved-up to third place. Loser Alvark Tokyo keeps the second position with nine games lost. They share it with Ryukyu GK. Hitachi SRT's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tokyo Alvark Tokyo. Top scorers: Alvark Tokyo: R.Rossiter 21+7reb+5ast, J.Cobbs 14+1reb+7ast, A.Kirk 11+3reb+2ast, S.Saiz 11+8reb, S.Ando 6+1reb, Z.Baranski 5+1reb+2ast Hitachi SRT: J.McAdoo 16+7reb, K.Jones 16+10reb, L.Vendrame 16+3reb+9ast, R.Kelly 12+6reb, N.You 7+5reb, K.Ishii 7+5reb+1ast Toyama G. - Shiga L-Stars 87-96 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when eighth ranked Shiga L-Stars (6-35) won against on the road 7th ranked Toyama G. (7-34) 96-87 on Saturday. Shiga L-Stars looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Croatian power forward Ivan Buva (207-1991) notched 25 points and 8 rebounds to lead the effort and the former international guard Kai Toews (188-1998, college: UNCW) supported him with 14 points and 13 assists. Four Shiga L-Stars players scored in double figures. Even 29 points by American forward Novar Gadson (201-1989, college: Rider) did not help to save the game for Toyama G.. His fellow American import center Joshua Smith (208-1992, college: Georgetown) added 21 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Shiga L-Stars maintains eighth position with 6-35 record, which they share with Niigata A. Toyama G. lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 34 games lost. Shiga L-Stars will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Toyama G. will play again against Shiga L-Stars (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Toyama G.: N.Gadson 29+2reb+3ast, M.Hesson 22+3reb+3ast, J.Smith 21+9reb+1ast, S.Faye 5+3reb+1ast, K.Shuto 5+2reb+4ast, N.Yoshiyuki 5+7reb Shiga L-Stars: I.Buva 25+8reb+1ast, K.Martin 16+4reb+4ast, K.Toews 14+3reb+13ast, Y.Sugiura 13+5reb, D.Jones 9+4ast, T.Kashiwagura 6+1ast Tochigi Brex - Shimane SM 60-70 Not a big story in a game when 5th ranked Tochigi Brex (21-20) lost at home to first ranked Shimane SM (34-7) 70-60 on Saturday. Shimane SM looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American forward Perrin Buford (198-1994, college: MTSU, agency: Pensack Sports) notched a triple-double by scoring 14 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists to lead the effort and the former international power forward Nyika Williams (203-1987, college: Pacific) supported him with 14 points and 5 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Four Shimane SM players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 14 points and 10 rebounds by American power forward Josh Scott (208-1993, college: Colorado, agency: Pensack Sports) did not help to save the game for Tochigi Brex. The former international swingman Makoto Hiejima (190-1990) added 16 points and 5 assists. Tochigi Brex's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Shimane SM have an impressive 11-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 34-7 record. Defending champion Tochigi Brex keeps the fifth place with 20 games lost. Shimane SM will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tochigi Brex will play again against the league's leader Shimane SM (#1) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Tochigi Brex: M.Hiejima 16+2reb+5ast, J.Scott 14+10reb+3ast, H.Watanabe 8+2reb, Y.Endo 7+5reb+2ast, I.Fotu 5+4reb, G.Jerrett 5+6reb+2ast Shimane SM: P.Buford 14+11reb+11ast, N.Williams 14+5reb+1ast, R.Shirahama 10+3reb+1ast, N.Kay 10+6reb+2ast, S.Ando 8+4reb+4ast, T.Shota 6+1reb+1ast |
| Haymond's 42-point game gives him B3 League Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He had the game-high 42 points adding five rebounds and four assists for Veertien Mie in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Shinagawa (#16, 7-39) 99-95. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Veertien Mie is placed at 10th position in Japanese B3 League. Veertien Mie is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 16-30 record. In the team's last game Haymond had a remarkable 64.3% from 2-point range and got four three-pointers out of 8 attempts. He turned to be Veertien Mie's top player in his first season with the team. Western Michigan University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Haymond is in league's top in points (2nd best: 24.6ppg), assists (6th best: 4.2apg) and averages solid 53.7% FGP and 40.8% from behind 3-point line. Second best performed player last round was Oleksandr Antypov (203-F-1995, agency: BIG) of Kanazawa. He is Ukrainian forward in his first season at Kanazawa. In the last game Antypov recorded impressive double-double of 37 points and 12 rebounds. It was enough for Kanazawa to edge Tokyo HT (15-31) by 5 points 92-87. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. But Kanazawa 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 15-31 record. Antypov is a newcomer at Kanazawa and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 22.4ppg (#4). He also registered 10.5 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to forward Michael Fakuade (201-F-1989) of Kagoshima (#4). Fakuade showcased his all-around game by recording 24 points, twelve rebounds (!!!) and seven assists in the last round. He was a key player of Kagoshima, leading his team to a 86-70 easy win against the lower-ranked Shanan Utd (#13, 14-31). Kagoshima needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 35 victories and 10 lost games. Fakuade has a very solid season. In 18 games in Japan he scored 13.4ppg. He also has 6.4rpg and FGP: 58.7%. Other top performing players last week: 4. AJ Bramah (201-F-1999) of Shinagawa - 34 points, 16 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Josh Martin (201-F-1995) of Veertien Mie - 28 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Joshua Crawford (211-C-1988) of Shanan Utd - 22 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Michael Phillips (202-F/C-1990) of Yamaguchi - 30 points and 6 rebounds 8. Jordan Faison (201-F-1994) of Yokohama EX - 16 points, 14 rebounds and 9 assists 9. Michael Craig (196-G/F-1991) of Tokyo Utd - 24 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists 10. Andrew Ferguson (213-C-1998) of Toyoda - 23 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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| McLean's double-double lands him B2 League Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had a double-double of 31 points and 15 rebounds, while his team edged out Tokyo Z (#7, 13-36) 82-81. Kumamoto V. maintains the 3rd position in their group in Japanese B2 League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Kumamoto V. will need more victories to improve their 28-21 record. In the team's last game McLean had a remarkable 68.8% from 2-point range. He turned to be Kumamoto V.'s top player in his first season with the team. Jamel McLean averages this season 17.3ppg and 7.6rpg. Second best performed player last round was Matt Bonds (196-F-1995) of league's second-best Nagasaki. He is American forward in his second season at Nagasaki. In the last game Bonds recorded impressive double-double of 29 points and 10 rebounds. Of course Nagasaki cruised to a 95-83 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Fukuoka R. (#5, 16-32). Nagasaki's second position in West has not changed. His team's 33-15 record is not bad at all. Bonds is well-known at Nagasaki and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 23.1ppg (#1). His other stats are also decent: 11.1rpg and 4.6apg. Third place about best performers goes to center Gregory Echenique (206-C-1990, agency: Pensack Sports) of Fukushima (#4). Echenique scored 22 points and grabbed nine rebounds. He was a key player of Fukushima, leading his team to a 104-66 easy win against the lower-ranked Kagawa FA (#7, 12-36). The chances of Fukushima ranking at the top of East, however are very questionable as they have already lost 25 games, recording just twenty three victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Echenique could help Fukushima to bring them higher in the standings. Echenique has a very solid season. In 46 games in Japan he scored 18.1ppg. He also has 7.3rpg and FGP: 58.0%. Other top performing players last week: 4. E.J. Montgomery (208-C/F-1999) of Aomori W. - 32 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Brandon Ashley (206-PF-1994) of Chiba - 22 points and 14 rebounds 6. Eugene Phelps (198-F-1990) of Ehime OV - 23 points and 12 rebounds 7. Trey Porter (208-F-1996) of Nishinomiya S. - 18 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Brekkott Chapman (206-F/C-1996) of Koshigaya A. - 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Kevin Kotzur (203-F-1989) of Fukuoka R. - 17 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists 10. Alex Davis (206-F-1992) of Aomori W. - 20 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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| Heath's double-double lands him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had a double-double of 23 points and 13 rebounds, while his team crushed Gunma CT (#3, 23-18) with 20-point margin 93-73. It allowed Kawasaki BT to take over top position in the Japanese league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Kawasaki BT has a very solid 25-16 record, but they cannot be too comfortable about keeping top position. Heath has many years of experience at Kawasaki BT, through which he has constantly improved. Jordan Heath averages this season 12.8ppg and 8.8rpg. Second best performed player last round was D.J. Newbill (193-G-1992) of Osaka E.. He is American guard in his 3rd season at Osaka E.. In the last game Newbill recorded impressive 38 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Osaka E. lost that game 71-79 to slightly higher-ranked Nagoya DD (#4, 28-13). Osaka E. managed to keep the same 6th spot in West. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 19-22 record. Newbill is one of the most experienced players at Osaka E. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to Cheick Diallo (206-C/F-1996) of Kyoto H. (#7). Diallo scored 22 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). Despite Diallo's great performance Kyoto H. lost 91-93 to the higher-ranked Chiba Jets (#1, 37-4). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Kyoto H. ranking at the top of East, however are very questionable as they have already lost 24 games, recording just seventeen victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Diallo could help Kyoto H. to bring them higher in the standings. Diallo has a great season in Japan. After 40 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 10.7rpg (5th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Steve Zack (211-C-1992) of Akita NH - 17 points, 17 rebounds and 9 assists 5. Kai Soto (220-C-2002) of Hiroshima D. - 21 points and 12 rebounds 6. Ryan Rossiter (204-F-1989) of Alvark Tokyo - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists 7. Victor Law (201-F-1995) of Chiba Jets - 28 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists 8. Davante Gardner (203-F/C-1991) of Sea Horses M. - 21 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists 9. Keve Aluma (206-F-1998) of Niigata A. - 13 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Joshua Smith (208-C-1992) of Toyama G. - 21 points and 9 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| B3 League Round 44: Toyoda defeat Iwate - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The games at this stage are more interesting as they can be crucial for the final standings in Regular Season. Despite we already know who is stronger and who is weaker, there may be still last minute surprises and upsets. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Iwate (39-6) in Aichi on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by eighth ranked Toyoda (20-25) 87-76. It ended at the same time the ten-game winning streak of Iwate. 24 personal fouls committed by Iwate helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Australian center Andrew Ferguson (213-1998, college: CS Monterey) orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points and 8 rebounds. Guamanian-American guard Earnest Ross (198-1991, college: Missouri, agency: Haylett Sports) contributed with 19 points for the winners. American forward Kristian Doolittle (201-1997, college: Oklahoma, agency: Pensack Sports) replied with 25 points and 8 rebounds for Iwate. Toyoda have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain eighth position with 20-25 record. Iwate at the other side still keeps top place with six games lost. Toyoda are again looking forward to face league's leader Iwate at home in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Iwate will have a break next round. Very important is a road loss of second ranked Shizuoka (37-9) against fifth ranked Yokohama EX (34-12) on Saturday night. Visiting Shizuoka was defeated by Yokohama EX in a tough game in Tokyo 82-87. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Jordan Faison (201-1994, college: CPP) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds and Ryan Stephan who added 15 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Yokohama EX's coach DeMarcus Berry allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Argentinian forward Alexis Elsener (195-1988, agency: Interperformances) responded with 24 points and 6 rebounds. Yokohama EX maintains fifth position with 34-12 record. Shizuoka at the other side dropped to the third place with nine games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Bottom-ranked Shinagawa managed to get the fourth consecutive victory on Friday night. This time they won against eleventh-ranked Veertien Mie 103-94. The winners were led by AJ Bramah who had that evening a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 16 rebounds. Even 34 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 7 assists by Tucker Haymond did not help to save the game for Veertien Mie. Veertien Mie's coach Masao Kuda rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Shinagawa have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain sixteenth position with 7-39 record. Veertien Mie lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the tenth place with 30 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. There were no big surprises in other games of round 44: Veertien Mie beat Shinagawa on the road 99-95. Tokyo HT won against Kanazawa on its own court 84-81. Shizuoka managed to outperform Yokohama EX in a road game 92-85. Saitama managed to beat Gifu at home 95-85. Kanazawa defeated Tokyo HT on the opponent's court 92-87. Yamaguchi was beaten by Tokyo Utd in a home game 77-82. Okayama won against Tachikawa on the road 84-79. Kagoshima managed to outperform Shanan Utd on its own court 86-70. The most impressive performance of 44th round was 24 points, 12 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals by Michael Fakuade of Kagoshima. Shinagawa - Veertien Mie 103-94 Bottom-ranked Shinagawa managed to get the fourth consecutive victory on Friday night. This time they won against eleventh-ranked Veertien Mie 103-94. Shinagawa looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The winners were led by American forward AJ Bramah (201-1999, college: Nevada) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 16 rebounds and Canadian center Renaldo Dixon (206-1990, college: NM State) supported him with 25 points and 7 rebounds. Four Shinagawa players scored in double figures. Even 34 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 7 assists by American guard Tucker Haymond (198-1994, college: W.Michigan) did not help to save the game for Veertien Mie. His fellow American import forward Josh Martin (201-1995, college: Santa Clara) added 28 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) for the guests. Veertien Mie's coach Masao Kuda rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Shinagawa have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain sixteenth position with 7-39 record. Veertien Mie lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the tenth place with 30 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Shinagawa: A.Bramah 34+16reb+2ast, R.Dixon 25+7reb+2ast, S.Yuto 15+3reb+3ast, M.St.Fort 11+6reb, D.Uematsu 8+1reb+15ast, T.Ikumi 4+1reb+2ast Veertien Mie: T.Haymond 34+6reb+7ast, J.Martin 28+15reb+4ast, S.Mizoguchi 17+2reb+5ast, K.Ryu 6+6reb+2ast, D.Sakamoto 6+2reb+1ast, Y.Takamatsu 2+3ast Shinagawa - Veertien Mie 95-99 No shocking result in a game when eleventh ranked Veertien Mie (16-30) beat on the road bottom-ranked Shinagawa (7-39) 99-95 on Saturday. Veertien Mie dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Shinagawa's 36. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The winners were led by American guard Tucker Haymond (198-1994, college: W.Michigan) who scored that evening 42 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import forward Josh Martin (201-1995, college: Santa Clara) supported him with 26 points, 17 rebounds and 4 assists. Even 40 points (!!!), 9 rebounds and 4 assists by American forward AJ Bramah (201-1999, college: Nevada) did not help to save the game for Shinagawa. Daiki Uematsu (187-1990) added 6 points and 13 assists for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Veertien Mie moved-up to tenth place. Loser Shinagawa stay dead last with 39 lost games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Veertien Mie: T.Haymond 42+5reb+4ast, J.Martin 26+17reb+4ast, S.Mizoguchi 11+3reb+2ast, K.Daiki 6+3ast, D.Sakamoto 5+2reb+1ast, K.Ryu 4+5reb+3ast Shinagawa: A.Bramah 40+9reb+4ast, R.Dixon 14+4reb+3ast, S.Yuto 12+5reb+1ast, S.Sekiguchi 9+1reb+1ast, M.St.Fort 9+4reb+1ast, D.Uematsu 6+4reb+13ast Tokyo HT - Kanazawa 84-81 Rather expected game when 13th ranked Kanazawa (15-31) was edged on the road by tenth ranked Tokyo HT (15-31) 84-81 on Friday. Tokyo HT looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The winners were led by American power forward John Fields (205-1988, college: Tennessee, agency: Octagon Europe) who scored that evening 20 points and 9 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) and Spanish center David Doblas (208-1981) supported him with 19 points and 7 rebounds. Even a double-double of 20 points, 7 rebounds and 12 assists by Ukrainian point guard Igor Boyarkin (182-1995, agency: BIG) did not help to save the game for Kanazawa. Ukrainian forward Oleksandr Antypov (203-1995, agency: BIG) added 23 points and 7 rebounds for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Despite that victory Tokyo HT went down to eleventh position due to points difference, which they share with defeated Kanazawa. Kanazawa lost third consecutive game. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Tokyo HT: J.Fields 20+9reb+1ast, D.Doblas 19+7reb, D.Bamba 13+6reb+2ast, I.Shuto 10+1reb+2ast, K.Takahashi 9+2reb+5ast, Y.Ueta 6+3reb+1ast Kanazawa: O.Antypov 23+7reb+1ast, I.Boyarkin 20+7reb+12ast, T.Shodai 13+3reb, O.Yugo 10+6reb+3ast, T.Shimon 5+5reb+2ast, K.Tomoki 2+2reb+2ast Yokohama EX - Shizuoka 85-92 Rather predictable result when second ranked Shizuoka (37-9) won against 5th ranked Yokohama EX (34-12) in Tokyo 92-85 on Friday. Shizuoka looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The winners were led by American center Kenny Lawson (207-1988, college: Creighton) who scored that evening 22 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Bahamas forward Tavario Miller (203-1994, college: Texas A&M) supported him with 13 points and 15 rebounds. Miller is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Even a double-double of 16 points, 14 rebounds and 9 assists by American forward Jordan Faison (201-1994, college: CPP) did not help to save the game for Yokohama EX. His fellow American import center Ryan Stephan (208-1994, college: CMU) added 23 points and 8 rebounds for the hosts. Five Shizuoka and four Yokohama EX players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Despite that victory Shizuoka went down to third position due to points difference. Loser Yokohama EX keeps the fifth place with 12 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Shizuoka: K.Lawson 22+9reb+4ast, Y.Kentaro 14+3reb+2ast, T.Miller 13+15reb, Y.Okada 13+1reb+7ast, A.Yamada 12+3reb+3ast, A.Elsener 7+5reb+2ast Yokohama EX: R.Stephan 23+8reb+2ast, J.Faison 16+14reb+9ast, T.Masuko 16+2reb+3ast, T.Nishiyama 11+4reb+2ast, L.Peak 6+3reb+1ast, D.Taguchi 5+2ast Saitama - Gifu 95-85 Not a big story in a game when 9th ranked Gifu (18-27) lost on the road to third ranked Saitama (37-8) 95-85 on Saturday. Saitama made 25-of-29 free shots (86.2 percent) during the game, while Gifu only scored eight points from the stripe. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The winners were led by naturalized American center Will Creekmore (205-1989, college: Missouri St.) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 22 points and 12 rebounds and Nigerian-American power forward Maxie Esho (206-1991, college: UMass) supported him with 19 points and 8 rebounds. Even a double-double of 20 points and 11 rebounds by American forward Jerrell Wright (204-1991, college: La Salle) did not help to save the game for Gifu. Point guard Ryoya Arakawa (170-1995) added 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Saitama have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Loser Gifu keeps the ninth position with 27 games lost. Saitama will again meet at home Gifu (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Gifu will have a break next round. Top scorers: Saitama: W.Creekmore 22+12reb+3ast, M.Esho 19+8reb, G.Sitton 18+3reb+1ast, R.Watkins 13+7reb+1ast, N.Ryutaro 6, Y.Reo 6+2ast Gifu: J.Wright 20+11reb+2ast, N.Dahlman 14+7reb+1ast, A.Ryoya 14+6reb+5ast, K.Morito 13+1reb+1ast, S.Andre 8+7reb+1ast, S.Norio 8 Tokyo HT - Kanazawa 87-92 There was a small surprise when thirteenth ranked Kanazawa (15-31) defeated on the road 10th ranked Tokyo HT (15-31) 92-87 on Saturday. Strangely Tokyo HT outrebounded Kanazawa 46-30 including 33 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The winners were led by Ukrainian forward Oleksandr Antypov (203-1995, agency: BIG) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 37 points (!!!) and 12 rebounds and Ukrainian point guard Igor Boyarkin (182-1995, agency: BIG) supported him with 19 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Even a double-double of 17 points and 10 rebounds by Spanish center David Doblas (208-1981) did not help to save the game for Tokyo HT. Guard Hiroya Ogane (180-1989) added 13 points and 4 assists for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Kanazawa moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with defeated Tokyo HT. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Kanazawa: O.Antypov 37+12reb+2ast, I.Boyarkin 19+6reb+9ast, O.Yugo 10+6reb+10ast, T.Shimon 8+1reb, T.Shodai 7+1ast, K.Tomoki 5+1ast Tokyo HT: D.Doblas 17+10reb+1ast, H.Ogane 13+4reb+4ast, K.Takahashi 12+1reb+2ast, D.Bamba 11+6reb+1ast, J.Fields 9+8reb+1ast, J.Baker 6+11reb+1ast Yokohama EX - Shizuoka 87-82 Very important is a road loss of second ranked Shizuoka (37-9) against fifth ranked Yokohama EX (34-12) on Saturday night. Visiting Shizuoka was defeated by Yokohama EX in a tough game in Tokyo 82-87. Yokohama EX made 17-of-21 charity shots (81.0 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Jordan Faison (201-1994, college: CPP) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds and the other American import center Ryan Stephan (208-1994, college: CMU) who added 15 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Four Yokohama EX players scored in double figures. Yokohama EX's coach DeMarcus Berry allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Argentinian forward Alexis Elsener (195-1988, agency: Interperformances) responded with 24 points and 6 rebounds and American center Kenny Lawson (207-1988, college: Creighton) scored 16 points and 9 rebounds. Yokohama EX maintains fifth position with 34-12 record. Shizuoka at the other side dropped to the third place with nine games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Yokohama EX: J.Faison 17+11reb+1ast, T.Nishiyama 16+2reb+2ast, R.Stephan 15+10reb+1ast, L.Peak 13+3reb+4ast, T.Yutaka 8, T.Toshino 7+1reb+3ast Shizuoka: A.Elsener 24+6reb+2ast, K.Lawson 16+9reb+1ast, A.Yamada 14+4reb+4ast, Y.Okada 8+4ast, T.Miller 7+11reb+4ast, S.Kanou 6+3reb+2ast Toyoda - Iwate 87-76 The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Iwate (39-6) in Aichi on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by eighth ranked Toyoda (20-25) 87-76. It ended at the same time the ten-game winning streak of Iwate. 24 personal fouls committed by Iwate helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Australian center Andrew Ferguson (213-1998, college: CS Monterey) orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points and 8 rebounds. Guamanian-American guard Earnest Ross (198-1991, college: Missouri, agency: Haylett Sports) contributed with 19 points for the winners. Four Toyoda players scored in double figures. American forward Kristian Doolittle (201-1997, college: Oklahoma, agency: Pensack Sports) replied with 25 points and 8 rebounds and Beninese power forward Muusa Dama (207-1996, college: EIU, agency: Blacktop Management) added 12 points and 11 rebounds in the effort for Iwate. Toyoda have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain eighth position with 20-25 record. Iwate at the other side still keeps top place with six games lost. Toyoda are again looking forward to face league's leader Iwate at home in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Iwate will have a break next round. Top scorers: Toyoda: A.Ferguson 23+8reb+1ast, E.Ross 19+4reb+1ast, F.Shunsuke 12+4reb+3ast, Y.Kolo 12+9reb+2ast, I.Hajime 10+4reb, T.Ren 8+7ast Iwate: K.Doolittle 25+8reb+1ast, M.Dama 12+11reb+1ast, I.Harumichi 10+2reb+4ast, Y.Toshiki 8+3reb+2ast, T.Nihira 8, B.Steele 7+8reb Yamaguchi - Tokyo Utd 77-82 There was no surprise when 14th ranked Yamaguchi (12-33) lost at home to sixth ranked Tokyo Utd (27-18) 82-77 on Saturday. The winners were led by American swingman Michael Craig (196-1991, college: Southern Miss) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 24 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists and Masaya Ueda (177-1993) supported him with 15 points. Even 30 points and 6 rebounds by American power forward Michael Phillips (202-1990, college: Howard) did not help to save the game for Yamaguchi. Jamaican-British center Ryan Richards (212-1991) added 6 points, 15 rebounds and 7 assists for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Tokyo Utd have a solid three-game winning streak. Newly promoted Tokyo Utd maintains sixth position with 27-18 record. Yamaguchi lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth place with 33 games lost. They share the position with Tachikawa. Tokyo Utd will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Yamaguchi will play again against Tokyo Utd (#6) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Tokyo Utd: M.Craig 24+6reb+11ast, M.Ueda 15+2reb, S.Takeshi 10+1ast, H.Hiroki 8+2reb+3ast, K.Ren 8+1reb+1ast, B.Bula 7+7reb+1ast Yamaguchi: M.Phillips 30+6reb+1ast, Y.Jo 9+2ast, H.Doi 9+5reb+1ast, T.Konosuke 7+2reb+1ast, R.Richards 6+15reb+7ast, R.Sampson 5+2reb+1ast Tachikawa - Okayama 79-84 No shocking result in a game when seventh ranked Okayama (25-20) beat on the road 15th ranked Tachikawa (12-33) 84-79 on Saturday. Okayama made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. The winners were led by American forward Jerome Tillman (201-1987, college: Ohio) who scored that evening 22 points and the other American import forward Jeffrey Parmer (203-1985, college: FAU) supported him with 12 points and 5 assists. Even 23 points and 4 assists by swingman Kota Akiyama (188-1996) did not help to save the game for Tachikawa. American forward Tristin Walley (201-1996, college: Arkansas St., agency: One Motive Sports) added 13 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Okayama maintains seventh position with 25-20 record. Tachikawa lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the fourteenth place with 33 games lost. They share the position with Yamaguchi. Okayama will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tachikawa will play again against Okayama (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Okayama: J.Tillman 22+2reb+1ast, J.Parmer 12+4reb+5ast, C.Maduabum 11+6reb, W.Kouki 11+4reb, M.Yusuke 8, K.Tsubasa 8+1reb+2ast Tachikawa: A.Kota 23+1reb+4ast, M.Jota 14+2reb+6ast, T.Walley 13+8reb+5ast, S.Blakney 11+2reb, Y.Sakai 7+3reb+7ast, E.Rickman 4+4reb+1ast Kagoshima - Shanan Utd 86-70 Very expected game when 12th ranked Shanan Utd (14-31) lost to fourth ranked Kagoshima (35-10) in Renova 70-86 on Saturday. The winners were led by Nigerian-American forward Michael Fakuade (201-1989, college: UIS) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 24 points, 12 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals and American swingman Anthony Gaines Jr (195-1993, college: LCU) supported him with 16 points and 7 rebounds. Even a double-double of 22 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists by American center Joshua Crawford (211-1988, college: Indiana St.) did not help to save the game for Shanan Utd. Guard Shinya Takagi (187-1997) added 15 points for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kagoshima have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 35-10 record. Shanan Utd lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the thirteenth place with 31 games lost. Kagoshima will again meet at home Shanan Utd (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Shanan Utd will have a break next round. Top scorers: Kagoshima: M.Fakuade 24+12reb+7ast, A.Gaines Jr. 16+7reb+1ast, Y.Nakajima 12+2reb+3ast, M.Yuji 8+5reb+6ast, S.Muto 7+2reb+1ast, H.Fujita 6+2ast Shanan Utd: J.Crawford 22+15reb+4ast, T.Shinya 15+3reb+2ast, P.Abu 9+2reb+1ast, S.Taira 7+2reb+3ast, C.Olivier 4+3reb+2ast, A.Murray 3+1reb+1ast |
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| Ahmad Al-Dwairi (ex Bursaspor) is a second import added to the roster of Qadsia - by Abdul Hamid Addasi | ||||
. He played recently at Bursaspor in Turkish BSL league, but left the team in Mar.'23. In 18 games he recorded 5.8ppg, 5.7rpg and 1.2apg this season. He also played 12 games in Eurocup where he averaged 6.9ppg and 5.2rpg. He has been also a member of Jordanian international program for some years. Al-Dwairi has regularly played for Jordanian senior team since 2012 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2010. He represented Jordan at the FIBA Asia Cup in Jakarta (Indonesia) last year. His team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 6 games: 13.0ppg, Reb-5 (11.8rpg), 3.5apg, 1.2spg, Blocks-5 (1.7bpg), FGP: 55.4%, 3PT: 25.0%, FT: 68.4%. Al-Dwairi has played previously professionally in Turkey (Efes and Fenerbahce) and Jordan (Al Riyadi, Ittihad Schools and ASU Sports Club). He won Turkish League championship title in 2017 and 2018 and the cup in 2019 and 2020. Among many awards he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-World Cup Honorable Mention back in 2019. |
| Best players of Jordanian Premier League round 5 (Second Stage) - by Hoops Agents - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 26-year old forward had the game-high 34 points adding nine rebounds and four assists for Al Ahli in his team's victory, helping them to crush, Second Stage bottom-ranked team Al Jubaiha (#4, 0-5) with 17-point margin 96-79. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Al Ahli maintains the 2nd position in Jordanian Premier League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost two games earlier this stage. Al Ahli will need more victories to improve their 3-2 record. In the team's last game Tarin had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range. He turned to be Al Ahli's top player in his first season with the team. Nova Southeastern University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Tarin is in league's top in points (4th best: 23.3ppg) and averages solid 60.6% FGP. Worth to mention Tarin 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 swingman Brandon Spearman (191-G/F-1991) of Al Riyadi. Spearman impressed basketball fans with 45 points and 5 rebounds. Bad luck as Al Riyadi lost that game 87-117 to league's leader Orthodox (#1, 5-0). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Al Riyadi still maintains its place in the top 3 of the standings, even despite this loss. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 2-3 record. Spearman is a newcomer at Al Riyadi 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 25.4ppg (#2). His other stats are also decent: 4.6rpg and 3.2apg. University of Hawaii alumni Spearman 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 Canadian guard Freddy Ibrahim (190-G-1996) of top-ranked Orthodox. Ibrahim got into 30-points club by scoring 37 points in the last round. He went also for eight rebounds and seven assists. He was a key player of Orthodox, leading his team to a 117-87 easy win against #3 ranked Al Riyadi. Orthodox started extremely well this Second Stage. They recorded 5 victories without losing a single game. Ibrahim 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. Ibrahim has a great season in Jordan. After 12 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 21.3ppg (6th best) and assists with 9.9apg (best passer). Freddy Ibrahim has also Jordanian passport and can play in the league with a status of domestic player. Other top performing players last week: 4. Darrin Dorsey (188-PG-1987) of Orthodox - 21 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists 5. Ahmad Alhamarsheh (197-F-1987) of Orthodox - 16 points, 17 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Amin Abuhawwas (190-G-1994) of Al Ahli - 28 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Zane Najdawi (201-F-1996) of Al Ahli - 17 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Kevin Mickle (201-F-1993) of Al Jubaiha - 22 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Mohammad Hussein (210-C-1990) of Orthodox - 16 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Fadi Qarmash (180-PG-2002) of Al Ahli - 9 points, 4 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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| Premier League Round 5 (Second Stage): Orthodox beat Al Riyadi in a derby game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Amman: Orthodox (#1) and Al Riyadi (#3). Al Riyadi was crushed at home by 30 points 87-117 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Al Riyadi. They outrebounded Al Riyadi 53-34 including a 42-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. Orthodox looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Freddy Ibrahim (190-1996, college: Tampa) who scored 37 points (!!!), 8 rebounds and 7 assists. American point guard Darrin Dorsey (188-1987, college: DWU, agency: Diamond Sports) chipped in 21 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists. Orthodox's coach Harry Savaya felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American swingman Brandon Spearman (191-1991, college: Hawaii) produced 45 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds for the hosts. Undefeated Orthodox (5-0) have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with a perfect record of 5 victories in a row. Al Riyadi at the other side keeps the third position with three games lost. Orthodox's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Amman Al Ahli. An exciting game was played in Amman. Second ranked Al Ahli faced 4th placed Al Jubaiha. Host Al Ahli (3-2) defeated guests from Al Jubaiha (0-5) 96-79. American forward Gerard Tarin (206-1996, college: Nova SE) orchestrated the victory by scoring 34 points (!!!), 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Amin Abuhawwas contributed with 28 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Guyanese-American forward Kevin Mickle (201-1993, college: Ohio) answered with 22 points and 6 rebounds for Al Jubaiha. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Defending champion maintains second place with 3-2 record having just two points less than leader Orthodox. Al Jubaiha lost their fifth game in a row. They still close the standings with five games lost. Al Ahli's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Amman to the arena Orthodox. Al Ahli - Al Jubaiha 96-79 An exciting game was played in Amman. Second ranked Al Ahli faced 4th placed Al Jubaiha. Host Al Ahli (3-2) defeated guests from Al Jubaiha (0-5) 96-79. Al Ahli forced 21 Al Jubaiha turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 30 assists. American forward Gerard Tarin (206-1996, college: Nova SE) orchestrated the victory by scoring 34 points (!!!), 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. The former international guard Amin Abuhawwas (190-1994, college: Mars Hill) contributed with 28 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Tarin is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Guyanese-American forward Kevin Mickle (201-1993, college: Ohio) answered with 22 points and 6 rebounds and Yousef Al-Awamleh added 11 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Al Jubaiha. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Defending champion maintains second place with 3-2 record having just two points less than leader Orthodox. Al Jubaiha lost their fifth game in a row. They still close the standings with five games lost. Al Ahli's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Amman to the arena Orthodox. Top scorers: Al Ahli: G.Tarin 34+9reb+4ast, A.Abuhawwas 28+6reb+3ast, Z.Najdawi 17+9reb+4ast, Q.Fadi 9+4reb+11ast, A.Shreikh Omar 5+1ast, G.Mohammad 2+4reb+1ast Al Jubaiha: K.Mickle 22+6reb+2ast, H.Ahmad 14+2ast, Y.Al-Awamleh 11+8reb+2ast, A.Mohammad 7+2reb, B.Mitri 6+3reb+7ast, A.Shmali Mohammad 6+3reb+1ast Al Riyadi - Orthodox 87-117 The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Amman: Orthodox (#1) and Al Riyadi (#3). Al Riyadi was crushed at home by 30 points 87-117 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Al Riyadi. They outrebounded Al Riyadi 53-34 including a 42-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. Orthodox looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Freddy Ibrahim (190-1996, college: Tampa) who scored 37 points (!!!), 8 rebounds and 7 assists. American point guard Darrin Dorsey (188-1987, college: DWU, agency: Diamond Sports) chipped in a triple-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists. Five Orthodox players scored in double figures. Orthodox's coach Harry Savaya felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American swingman Brandon Spearman (191-1991, college: Hawaii) produced 45 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds and the former international guard Malek Kanaan (182-1993, college: W.Valley JC) added 15 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for the hosts. Orthodox (5-0) have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with a perfect record of 5 victories in a row. Al Riyadi at the other side keeps the third position with three games lost. Orthodox's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Amman Al Ahli. Top scorers: Orthodox: F.Ibrahim 37+8reb+7ast, D.Dorsey 21+11reb+10ast, A.Alhamarsheh 16+17reb+3ast, M.Hussein 16+4reb+2ast, A.Ashraf 13+4reb+3ast, C.Al-Najdawi 8+7reb+1ast Al Riyadi: B.Spearman 45+5reb+1ast, M.Kanaan 15+5reb+6ast, M.Mutleq 13+7reb, D.Adham 7+3ast, S.Nader 5+3reb+3ast, Y.Abuwazaneh 2+6reb+5ast |
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| Brookdale wins third national title in school history - by Eurobasket News |
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The Brookdale (NJ) Jersey Blues defeated Sandhills (NC) 90-82 to win the 2023 NJCAA Division IIII Men's Basketball Championship. This is the third championship in school history. The third-seeded Jersey Blues put together one of the most impressive seasons among NJCAA Division III. Sophomore guard Kevin Mateo (6'2''-PG) saved his best game for last, scoring a game-high 31-points and earning Tournament MVP honors in the process. Both teams proved they were two of the best offensive teams in the country, scoring nearly at will. Across both teams, nine players concluded the game scoring in double figures. Both teams showed there will in the first half, with Sandhills jumping out to an early lead and holding it for the majority of the game. Jamori McDougald (6'0''-PG) started off hot scoring 12 first-half points. The second half saw the Jersey Blues come out firing. It seemed like Kevin Mateo could not miss throughout the second half, scoring 24 points. Brookdale's 52 points in the second half propelled them to the national championship. The Flyers showed why they were the top overall seed and the top-ranked scoring offensive in the country. They came out of the gate scoring at will, scoring 45 points in the first-half. All-tournament team selection Jamori McDougald led them in scoring with 12 points in the first half. Sandhills was able to keep the Jersey Blues at arm's length for a majority of the second half before a Darnell Askew (6'5''-F) layup gave Brookdale the lead and they never looked back. The Flyers finished their incredible season with a 30-4 record. Guards Jamari McDougold and LeNijel Robinson (6'0''-PG) were named to the all-tournament team. Rochester (MN) entered the national tournament as the No. 10 overall seed. In the first round, they faced No. 7 seed Butler County (PA). With four seconds to play in a tie game, sophomore Andre Crockett drove the baseline and lifted up for a floater, knocked it down, and was fouled. This gave the Yellowjackets a shot against the defending champs. In a tough matchup, Kameron Givens led Rochester to a ten-point win over Dallas-North Lake. The Yellowjackets became the first double-digit seed to reach the final four in NJCAA DIII Men's Basketball History. Despite falling to eventual champion Brookdale in the semifinals, Rochester secured a third-place finish after winning 68-53 against Northampton. Rochester won the Team Sportsmanship Award for their efforts and sportsmanship throughout the NJCAA DIII Men's Basketball Championship. The Yellowjacket guard Quincy Burland was named the Small Man of the Tournament. Brookdale head coach Paul Cisck was named Coach of the Tournament for the third time in his career. Jersey Blue sophomore guard Kevin Mateo was named Most Valuable Player. Courtesy of: njcaa.org |
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Most Valuable Player:  Kevin Mateo (6'0''-PG) of Brookdale CCBest Small Man Award: Quincy Burland (5'11''-PG) of Rochester CTCBest Coach: Paul Cisek of Brookdale CC
All-Tournament Team Luis Reynoso (6'6''-F) of N.Essex CC Matthew Elliott (6'4''-F) of DuPage JC Michael Marable (6'4''-F) of Northampton Titus Wilkins (6'5''-G) of Northampton Kameron Givens (6'1''-G) of Rochester CTC Peyton Dunham (6'4''-F) of Rochester CTC Jamori McDougald (6'0''-PG) of Sandhills CC LeNijel Robinson (6'0''-PG) of Sandhills CC Darnell Askew (6'5''-F) of Brookdale CC Nick Williams (6'4''-G) of Brookdale CC |
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| Higher League Round 26 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There will be only one (last) round of the Regular Season in Higher League. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game in Nur-Sultan supposed to be quite interesting. Third ranked Almaty L. (21-4) played at the court of 8th ranked Gotobeles (9-16). Almaty L. smashed Gotobeles 99-51 on Saturday. Almaty L. dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Gotobeles' 22. Almaty L. forced 35 Gotobeles turnovers and outrebounded them 43-24 including a 19-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 38 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Gotobeles' players. The best player for the winners was point guard Daniil Severgin (183-2005) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points, 15 assists and 6 steals. Center Daniel Albrant (205-1998) chipped in 25 points and 7 rebounds. Almaty L.'s coach Nikolai Tanaseychuk felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Swingman Eset Zharkylov (195-1998) produced 18 points and 6 rebounds for the hosts. Almaty L. have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Newly promoted Almaty L. maintains third position with 21-4 record having seven points less than leader Shymkent. Gotobeles at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keep the eighth place with 16 games lost. Almaty L. are looking forward to face ChelSU (#10) in Kostanay in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Gotobeles will play on the road against the league's second-placed Bars in Petropavlovsk and are hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. Rest of the games of round 26 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Almaty L. crushed Caspiy Aktau in a road game 94-51. Bars beat Barsy 2 at home 90-85. Gotobeles won against ChelSU on the opponent's court 68-59. ChelSU unfortunately lost to Bars in a home game 66-82. Barsy 2 managed to beat Caspiy Aktau on the road 76-67. The best stats of 26th round was 21 points and 5 rebounds by Dmitry Denisov of Caspiy Aktau. Caspiy Aktau - Almaty L. 51-94 There was no surprise when 9th ranked Caspiy Aktau (8-17) was crushed at home by third ranked Almaty L. (21-4) 94-51 on Friday. Almaty L. dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Caspiy Aktau's 16 and made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. Almaty L. forced 23 Caspiy Aktau turnovers and outrebounded them 40-28 including 26 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Caspiy Aktau's players. The best player for the winners was point guard Daniil Severgin (183-2005) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists. Guard Nikita Fedchenko (190-2004) chipped in 21 points and 6 rebounds. Five Almaty L. players scored in double figures. Forward Artem Rolgeyzer (192-2002) produced 15 points and 4 steals and the former international guard Danil Davletbaev (185-1999) added 9 points respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Almaty L. have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Newly promoted Almaty L. maintains third position with 21-4 record having seven points less than leader Shymkent. Caspiy Aktau at the other side keeps the ninth place with 17 games lost. Almaty L. are looking forward to face ChelSU (#10) in Kostanay in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Caspiy Aktau will play at home against ChelSU and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Caspiy Aktau: R.Artem 15+3reb+2ast, D.Davletbaev 9+2reb+1ast, D.Dmitry 6+3reb+1ast, K.Gabiden 6+2reb, M.Zahar 5+1reb, N.Alizhan 3+2reb+1ast Almaty L.: F.Nikita 21+6reb+3ast, D.Albrant 15+7reb+2ast, S.Daniil 14+7reb+10ast, G.Platon 11+1reb, S.Stanislav 10+2reb+1ast, N.Timofeev 10+7reb+4ast Bars - Barsy 2 90-85 No shocking result in a game in Petropavlovsk where second ranked Bars (22-4) defeated 7th ranked Barsy 2 (11-14) 90-85 on Friday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Bars dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Barsy 2's 36. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists. The best player for the winners was power forward Maksim Nalogov (198-1994) who had a double-double by scoring 39 points (!!!), 14 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Artem Parfenov (196-1998) chipped in 26 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. Forward Begzod Mammatrimov (198-2004) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals and guard Akylbek Oralbekov (186-2002) added 16 points, 6 assists and 4 steals respectively for the guests. Five Barsy 2 players scored in double figures. Bars maintains second position with 22-4 record having five points less than leader Shymkent. Barsy 2 at the other side keeps the seventh place with 14 games lost. They are looking forward to face Gotobeles (#8) in Nur-Sultan in the next round where they are favorite. Barsy 2 will play at home against Almaty L. and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. Top scorers: Barsy 2: O.Akylbek 16+4reb+6ast, I.Sabyrzhan 15+2reb+4ast, M.Aibolat 15+3reb+2ast, T.Rahat 14+2reb+1ast, M.Begzod 11+15reb+5ast, S.Islam 7+1reb+3ast Bars: M.Nalogov 39+14reb+4ast, A.Parfenov 26+9reb+8ast, R.Dedov 11+4reb+5ast, D.Sergey 9+9reb+5ast, V.Yanchurov 3+4reb+8ast, A.Anatoly 2+1reb+3ast ChelSU - Gotobeles 59-68 Rather expected game in Kostanay where 10th ranked ChelSU (7-17) was defeated by eighth ranked Gotobeles (9-16) 68-59 on Friday. Gotobeles looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was swingman Eset Zharkylov (195-1998) who had a double-double by scoring 29 points, 23 rebounds and 4 assists. Adilhan Kakimzhanov chipped in 12 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Dmitriy Luchko (193-1997) produced a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds and guard Artem Pedko (191-2000) added 8 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for the hosts. Newly promoted Gotobeles maintains eighth position with 9-16 record. ChelSU at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the tenth place with 17 games lost. Gotobeles are looking forward to face league's second-placed Bars in Petropavlovsk in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. ChelSU will play at home against Almaty L. (#3) and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. Top scorers: ChelSU: L.Dmitriy 28+11reb+1ast, A.Pedko 8+7reb+6ast, B.Vasiliy 7+2reb+2ast, F.Artem 6+10reb+1ast, K.Oleg 5+6reb+4ast, Z.Maxim 4+3reb+4ast Gotobeles: Z.Eset 29+23reb+4ast, K.Adilhan 12+8reb+4ast, Z.Yernar 9+2reb+6ast, A.Zarykkan 6+3reb+5ast, B.Eldar 5+5reb, D.Temirlan 5+3reb+2ast ChelSU - Bars 66-82 Very predictable result in Kostanay where second ranked Bars (22-4) beat 10th ranked ChelSU (7-17) 82-66 on Saturday. Bars forced 19 ChelSU turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists. The best player for the winners was power forward Maksim Nalogov (198-1994) who had a double-double by scoring 28 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists. Forward Sergey Dyatlik (194-1997) chipped in 16 points and 8 assists. Four Bars players scored in double figures. Guard Dmitriy Luchko (193-1997) produced a double-double by scoring 27 points and 10 rebounds and guard Artem Pedko (191-2000) added 19 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Bars maintains second position with 22-4 record having five points less than leader Shymkent. Newly promoted ChelSU keeps the tenth place with 17 games lost. Bars are looking forward to face Gotobeles (#8) in Nur-Sultan in the next round where they are favorite. ChelSU will play at home against Almaty L. and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. Top scorers: ChelSU: L.Dmitriy 27+10reb, A.Pedko 19+8reb+3ast, Z.Kambar 6+1reb, F.Artem 5+4reb+3ast, K.Oleg 4+5reb+5ast, B.Vasiliy 3+1reb+4ast Bars: M.Nalogov 28+13reb+6ast, D.Sergey 16+3reb+8ast, A.Parfenov 13+3reb+3ast, R.Dedov 12+7reb+3ast, L.Anton 4+4reb+1ast, S.Artem 3+3reb+1ast Gotobeles - Almaty L. 51-99 The game in Nur-Sultan supposed to be quite interesting. Third ranked Almaty L. (21-4) played at the court of 8th ranked Gotobeles (9-16). Almaty L. smashed Gotobeles 99-51 on Saturday. Almaty L. dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Gotobeles' 22. Almaty L. forced 35 Gotobeles turnovers and outrebounded them 43-24 including a 19-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 38 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Gotobeles' players. The best player for the winners was point guard Daniil Severgin (183-2005) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points, 15 assists and 6 steals. Center Daniel Albrant (205-1998) chipped in 25 points and 7 rebounds. Four Almaty L. players scored in double figures. Almaty L.'s coach Nikolai Tanaseychuk felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Swingman Eset Zharkylov (195-1998) produced 18 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Zarykkan Adilzharaskan (175-2001) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Almaty L. have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Newly promoted Almaty L. maintains third position with 21-4 record having seven points less than leader Shymkent. Gotobeles at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keep the eighth place with 16 games lost. Almaty L. are looking forward to face ChelSU (#10) in Kostanay in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Gotobeles will play on the road against the league's second-placed Bars in Petropavlovsk and are hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. Top scorers: Gotobeles: Z.Eset 18+6reb+2ast, A.Zarykkan 14+5reb+3ast, K.Adilhan 7+3reb, D.Temirlan 6+2ast, Z.Yernar 5+3reb+2ast, N.Adilhan 1+1ast Almaty L.: D.Albrant 25+7reb, S.Daniil 21+2reb+15ast, N.Timofeev 14+11reb+3ast, G.Platon 10+7reb+4ast, V.Andrey 9+6reb+4ast, K.Dias 8+2reb+2ast Caspiy Aktau - Barsy 2 67-76 Not a big story in a game when 9th ranked Caspiy Aktau (8-17) was defeated at home by seventh ranked Barsy 2 (11-14) 76-67 on Saturday. Barsy 2 made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 24 Caspiy Aktau turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. 25 personal fouls committed by Caspiy Aktau helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was forward Begzod Mammatrimov (198-2004) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds. Forward Rahat Tauken (185-2002) chipped in 16 points. Five Barsy 2 players scored in double figures. Swingman Dmitry Denisov (194-2005) produced 21 points and 5 rebounds and swingman Damir Nursiitov (195-2002) added 14 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Barsy 2 maintains seventh position with 11-14 record. Loser Caspiy Aktau keeps the ninth place with 17 games lost. Barsy 2 are looking forward to face higher ranked Almaty L. (#3) at home in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Caspiy Aktau will play against ChelSU (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Caspiy Aktau: D.Dmitry 21+5reb+2ast, N.Damir 14+9reb+3ast, K.Gabiden 13+1reb+5ast, D.Zhanibek 6+4reb+4ast, M.Vladimir 6, R.Artem 4+1reb+2ast Barsy 2: M.Begzod 17+11reb+3ast, T.Rahat 16+4reb+2ast, M.Abat 11+1reb+3ast, I.Sabyrzhan 11+2reb+1ast, S.Meyrambek 10+2reb+5ast, O.Akylbek 7+3reb+4ast |
| Best players of Kazakhstan Higher League round 26 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Maksim Nalogov (198-F/C-1994) had an amazing evening in the last round for league's second-best Bars and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Higher League Player of the Week award for round 26. The 28-year old power forward had a double-double of 39 points and fourteen rebounds, while his team beat Barsy 2 (#6, 12-14) 90-85. Bars maintains the 2nd position in Kazakhstan Higher League. They are still close to the very top. Bars would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 22-4 record. In the team's last game Nalogov had a remarkable 53.8% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Bars, through which he has constantly improved. Nalogov has impressive league stats. He is league's best scorer averaging so far 26.8ppg. Nalogov is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 11.8rpg) and averages solid 2.5spg and 50.7% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young swingman Eset Zharkylov (195-F/G-1998) of Gotobeles. Zharkylov impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 29 points and 23 rebounds. Of course Gotobeles cruised to a 68-59 relatively comfortable win over slightly lower-ranked ChelSU (#10, 7-18). Gotobeles' 8th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 9-17 record. Zharkylov is a newcomer at Gotobeles 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 Daniil Severgin (183-PG-2005) of Almaty L. (#3). Severgin scored 21 points and passed fifteen assists (!!!). He was a key player of Almaty L., leading his team to a 99-51 easy win against the lower-ranked Gotobeles (#8, 9-17). Severgin has a great season in Kazakhstan. After 25 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 7.7apg (2nd best). He also has 2.9spg and FGP: 63.4%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Artem Parfenov (196-F-1998) of Bars - 26 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists 5. Dmitry Denisov (194-F/G-2005) of Caspiy Aktau - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Daniel Albrant (205-C-1998) of Almaty L. - 25 points and 7 rebounds 7. Nikita Timofeev (199-F-1998) of Almaty L. - 14 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Artem Pedko (191-G-2000) of ChelSU - 19 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Dmitriy Luchko (193-G-1997) of ChelSU - 27 points and 10 rebounds 10. Nikita Fedchenko (190-G-2004) of Almaty L. - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Superliga Round 25: Peja beat Trepca by three after a very close game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in Superliga. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Fourth-ranked Trepca (13-10) used its home court advantage to challenge first ranked Peja (19-3) in Mitrovice on Sunday. The visitors from Peja managed to secure only three-point victory 73-70. However their fans expected easier game. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Trepca. American players dominated the game. Worth to mention a great performance of center Bradley Waldow (208-1991, college: St.Mary's, CA, agency: Octagon Europe) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 11 points and 20 rebounds. point guard Larry Thomas (188-1993, college: BSC) contributed with 10 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Peja's coach Can Sevim used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Will Daniels (202-1986, college: URI) answered with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds for Trepca. Peja have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with 19-3 record. Trepca at the other side keeps the fourth position with ten games lost. Peja are looking forward to face Bashkimi (#5) in Prizren in the next round. Trepca will play on the road against the league's second-placed Ylli in Therande and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game in Gjakove was also worth to mention about. Second ranked Ylli (17-6) played at the court of 6th ranked Vellaznimi (8-17). Ylli defeated Vellaznimi 89-75. American center Chris Harris (208-1997, college: Houston, agency: Inception Sports) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 19 rebounds for the winners and Rashun Davis chipped in 18 points and 4 assists. At the losing side Jamaican-Canadian swingman Devin Johnson (196-1994, college: Toronto) responded with 27 points. Defending champion maintains second place with 17-6 record having just one point less than leader Peja. Vellaznimi lost their sixth game in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the sixth position with 17 games lost. Ylli will play against Trepca (#4) in Mitrovice in the next round. Vellaznimi will play at home against Prizreni and it may be a tough game between close rivals. In the last game of round 25 bottom-ranked Rahoveci was beaten by Prizreni on the road 94-86. Prizreni - Rahoveci 94-86 The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked Prizreni's (7-16) home victory over bottom-ranked Rahoveci (4-21) 94-86. The former international center Urim Zenelaj (213-1991, agency: Interperformances) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 12 rebounds and 4 blocks (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners and American point guard Adam Grant (185-1997, college: Bryant) chipped in 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side American guard Gary Blackston (188-1996, college: PVAMU) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists and Edmond Kryeziu (194-1998) scored 21 points. Five Prizreni and four Rahoveci players scored in double figures. Prizreni maintains seventh place with 7-16 record. Rahoveci at the other side stay dead last with 21 lost games. Prizreni will play against higher ranked Vellaznimi (#6) in Gjakove in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Rahoveci will play on the road against Prishtina and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Rahoveci: E.Kryeziu 21+4reb+2ast, G.Blackston 16+10reb+7ast, I.Chumakov 15+6reb+3ast, U.Karanezi 15+7reb, V.Ejupi 10+1ast, A.Balluku 5+3reb+5ast Prizreni: U.Zenelaj 20+12reb+1ast, M.Ismaili 20+6reb+2ast, A.Grant 18+8reb+4ast, C.Williams 16+2reb+5ast, M.Ali Janjeva 11+9reb+1ast, W.Arnold 9+4reb+1ast Trepca - Peja 70-73 Fourth-ranked Trepca (13-10) used its home court advantage to challenge first ranked Peja (19-3) in Mitrovice on Sunday. The visitors from Peja managed to secure only three-point victory 73-70. However their fans expected easier game. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Trepca. American players dominated the game. Worth to mention a great performance of center Bradley Waldow (208-1991, college: St.Mary's, CA, agency: Octagon Europe) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 11 points and 20 rebounds. Point guard Larry Thomas (188-1993, college: BSC) contributed with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Thomas is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Peja players scored in double figures. Peja's coach Can Sevim used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Will Daniels (202-1986, college: URI) answered with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds and forward Jamel Artis (201-1993, college: Pittsburgh) added 19 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Trepca. Peja have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with 19-3 record. Trepca at the other side keeps the fourth position with ten games lost. Peja are looking forward to face Bashkimi (#5) in Prizren in the next round. Trepca will play on the road against the league's second-placed Ylli in Therande and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Trepca: J.Artis 19+9reb+3ast, W.Daniels 17+14reb, E.Kastrati 11+2reb+1ast, M.Tmusic 9+3reb+2ast, D.Hajrizi 6+9reb+2ast, K.Brown 5+4reb+5ast Peja: A.Hajdari 17+1reb+1ast, J.Tate 12+8reb+1ast, B.Waldow 11+20reb+2ast, L.Thomas 10+10reb+5ast, D.Joseph 10+7reb+2ast, Q.Arianit 7+3reb Vellaznimi - Ylli 75-89 The game in Gjakove was also worth to mention about. Second ranked Ylli (17-6) played at the court of 6th ranked Vellaznimi (8-17). Ylli defeated Vellaznimi 89-75. Ylli made 18-of-23 charity shots (78.3 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. American center Chris Harris (208-1997, college: Houston, agency: Inception Sports) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 19 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import point guard Rashun Davis (182-1993, college: Radford, agency: PEPI SPORT) chipped in 18 points and 4 assists. Davis is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Ylli players scored in double figures. At the losing side Jamaican-Canadian swingman Devin Johnson (196-1994, college: Toronto) responded with 27 points and American guard Jordan Harris (185-1999, college: GVSU) scored 21 points and 5 assists. Defending champion maintains second place with 17-6 record having just one point less than leader Peja. Vellaznimi lost their sixth game in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the sixth position with 17 games lost. Ylli will play against Trepca (#4) in Mitrovice in the next round. Vellaznimi will play at home against Prizreni and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Vellaznimi: D.Johnson 27+2reb+1ast, J.Harris 21+3reb+5ast, A.Koshi 8+6reb+3ast, D.Dodd 7+14reb+3ast, S.Arber 7+5reb+1ast, B.Zekiqi 3+3reb Ylli: R.Davis 18+3reb+4ast, H.Sirko 16+1reb+3ast, P.Ardit 16+2reb+2ast, C.Harris 12+19reb, B.Ahmed 12+3reb+2ast, V.Bunjaku 9+5reb+6ast |
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| Ahmad Al-Dwairi (ex Bursaspor) is a second import added to the roster of Qadsia - by Abdul Hamid Addasi | ||||
. He played recently at Bursaspor in Turkish BSL league, but left the team in Mar.'23. In 18 games he recorded 5.8ppg, 5.7rpg and 1.2apg this season. He also played 12 games in Eurocup where he averaged 6.9ppg and 5.2rpg. He has been also a member of Jordanian international program for some years. Al-Dwairi has regularly played for Jordanian senior team since 2012 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2010. He represented Jordan at the FIBA Asia Cup in Jakarta (Indonesia) last year. His team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 6 games: 13.0ppg, Reb-5 (11.8rpg), 3.5apg, 1.2spg, Blocks-5 (1.7bpg), FGP: 55.4%, 3PT: 25.0%, FT: 68.4%. Al-Dwairi has played previously professionally in Turkey (Efes and Fenerbahce) and Jordan (Al Riyadi, Ittihad Schools and ASU Sports Club). He won Turkish League championship title in 2017 and 2018 and the cup in 2019 and 2020. Among many awards he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-World Cup Honorable Mention back in 2019. |
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| Round 32: Tallinna Kalev beat Tarvas in a derby game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There will be only one (last) round of the Regular Season in Lat-Est BL. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most interesting game of round 32 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. The game took place in Rakvere where fourteenth ranked Tallinna Kalev outleveled host Tarvas (2-27) 106-83. Tallinna Kalev dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Tarvas' 24 and made 19-of-21 free shots (90.5 percent) during the game. Tallinna Kalev forced 19 Tarvas turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was Rain Veideman (194-1991) who scored 33 points (!!!) and 5 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Lithuanian center Rokas Gadiliauskas (211-1998) chipped in 11 points and 8 rebounds. Ukrainian Volodymyr Shevchenko (200-1994, agency: BIG) produced 26 points for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Tallinna Kalev have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourteenth position with 7-22 record. Tarvas lost seventh consecutive game. They stay dead last with 27 lost games. Tallinna Kalev's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tallinn to the arena Kalev/Cramo. One of the most interesting games of round 32 was a derby match between two teams from Latvia. Second ranked VEF Riga won against visiting BK Ogre (17-13) 75-67. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of BK Ogre. Point guard Kristers Zoriks (193-1998, college: St.Mary's, CA) orchestrated the victory by scoring 24 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Nysier Brooks contributed with 14 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Latvian Kristaps Dargais (198-1990) replied with 17 points and 8 rebounds for BK Ogre. VEF Riga have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending Latvian champion maintains second position with 24-6 record having five points less than leader Prometey. BK Ogre at the other side keeps the seventh place with 13 games lost. One of the most interesting games of round 32 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. Third ranked Kalev/Cramo won against host Parnu (12-18) 83-78. Worth to mention a great performance of Alterique Gilbert who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 6 assists. Kalev/Cramo's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Ivo-Van Tamm responded with 22 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Kalev/Cramo have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 23-5 record having eight points less than leader Prometey. Parnu lost fifth consecutive game. Defending Estonian champion keeps the tenth place with 18 games lost. They share the position with Liepaja. Kalev/Cramo's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tallinn Tallinna Kalev. Rest of the games of round 32 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Keila defeated Valmiera Glass in a road game 94-88. Prometey beat Ventspils at home 101-94. Viimsi were destroyed by Tartu on the opponent's court 106-86. LU managed to outperform Liepaja in a home game 86-78. Bottom-ranked Tarvas was rolled over TalTech on the road 107-86. TalTech were defeated by Kalev/Cramo on its own court 84-102. Valmiera Glass - Keila 88-94 There was no surprise when 14th ranked Latvian Valmiera Glass (6-23) were defeated at home by twelfth ranked Estonian Keila (11-19) 94-88 on Friday. Keila made 21-of-25 free shots (84.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Croatian center Matej Radunic (211-1996) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 41 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds and Latvian point guard Marcis Vitols (186-1992) who added 11 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists during the contest. Four Keila players scored in double figures. Keila's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American center Tervell Beck (201-1996, college: Kent St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and Latvian Valters Veveris (193-2000) scored 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Newly promoted Keila maintains twelfth position with 11-19 record. Loser Valmiera Glass dropped to the fifteenth place with 23 games lost. Keila will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Valmiera Glass will play against Tarvas (#16) in Rakvere and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Valmiera Glass: T.Beck 24+10reb+4ast, V.Veveris 14+6reb+5ast, N.Salenieks 14+3reb+4ast, Z.Harun 12, D.Gak 9+9reb+1ast, J.McCall 8+3reb Keila: M.Radunic 41+14reb+3ast, I.Mikhieiev 12+7reb+6ast, A.Myronenko 11+5reb+1ast, M.Vitols 11+6reb+10ast, K.Kristen 8+2reb+1ast, R.Tamkivi 5+1ast Tarvas - Tallinna Kalev 83-106 The most interesting game of round 32 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. The game took place in Rakvere where fourteenth ranked Tallinna Kalev outleveled host Tarvas (2-27) 106-83. Tallinna Kalev dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Tarvas' 24 and made 19-of-21 free shots (90.5 percent) during the game. Tallinna Kalev forced 19 Tarvas turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was Rain Veideman (194-1991) who scored 33 points (!!!) and 5 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Lithuanian center Rokas Gadiliauskas (211-1998) chipped in 11 points and 8 rebounds. Five Tallinna Kalev players scored in double figures. Ukrainian Volodymyr Shevchenko (200-1994, agency: BIG) produced 26 points and Slovenian point guard Jan Razdevsek (191-2000) added 15 points and 7 assists respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Tallinna Kalev have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourteenth position with 7-22 record. Tarvas lost seventh consecutive game. They stay dead last with 27 lost games. Tallinna Kalev's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tallinn to the arena Kalev/Cramo. Top scorers: Tarvas: V.Shevchenko 26+2reb+2ast, S.Vitalii 17+3reb+3ast, J.Razdevsek 15+3reb+7ast, G.Kaldmae 9+3reb+3ast, L.Renato 8+3reb, L.Arvan-Johhannes 5+6reb+1ast Tallinna Kalev: R.Veideman 33+2reb+5ast, I.Kajupank 14+5reb, T.Simpson 13+2reb+2ast, R.Gadiliauskas 11+8reb, E.Schmalz 11+2reb+4ast, M.Paiste 11+1reb VEF Riga - BK Ogre 75-67 One of the most interesting games of round 32 was a derby match between two teams from Latvia. Second ranked VEF Riga won against visiting BK Ogre (17-13) 75-67. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of BK Ogre. VEF Riga shot 18 for 24 from the free-throw line, while BK Ogre only scored two points from the stripe. They outrebounded BK Ogre 36-23 including a 26-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. BK Ogre was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Point guard Kristers Zoriks (193-1998, college: St.Mary's, CA) orchestrated the victory by scoring 24 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). American center Nysier Brooks (213-1996, college: Ole Miss) contributed with 14 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Four VEF Riga players scored in double figures. Latvian Kristaps Dargais (198-1990) replied with 17 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Edgars Lasenbergs (187-1995) added 19 points and 5 assists in the effort for BK Ogre. VEF Riga have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending Latvian champion maintains second position with 24-6 record having five points less than leader Prometey. BK Ogre at the other side keeps the seventh place with 13 games lost. Top scorers: BK Ogre: E.Lasenbergs 19+3reb+5ast, K.Dargais 17+8reb+3ast, K.Apsitis 9+2reb+1ast, G.Talton 9+3reb+7ast, U.Pinete 9+3reb+3ast, J.Poznaks 4+1reb VEF Riga: K.Zoriks 24+4reb+1ast, N.Brooks 14+8reb+1ast, A.Ate 13+6reb+4ast, A.Miska 12+3reb, E.Clarance 8+5reb+6ast, E.Krumins 2+3reb+2ast Parnu - Kalev/Cramo 78-83 One of the most interesting games of round 32 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. Third ranked Kalev/Cramo won against host Parnu (12-18) 83-78. Worth to mention a great performance of American point guard Alterique Gilbert (183-1997, college: Wichita St.) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 6 assists and Ukrainian point guard Oleksandr Kovliar (191-2002) who added 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Four Kalev/Cramo players scored in double figures. Kalev/Cramo's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Ivo-Van Tamm (202-1996) responded with 22 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and American point guard Isaiah Hart (180-1999, college: AUM) scored 13 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Kalev/Cramo have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 23-5 record having eight points less than leader Prometey. Parnu lost fifth consecutive game. Defending Estonian champion keeps the tenth place with 18 games lost. They share the position with Liepaja. Kalev/Cramo's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tallinn Tallinna Kalev. Top scorers: Parnu: I.Tamm 22+3reb+1ast, R.Valge 16+2reb+4ast, I.Hart 13+6reb+6ast, M.Biar Dut 9+8reb, M.McCarthy 8+5reb+1ast, S.Sutt 7+3reb+5ast Kalev/Cramo: A.Gilbert 18+3reb+6ast, K.Hermet 14+6reb+2ast, O.Kovliar 14+6reb+5ast, M.Meiers 11+1reb, A.Konontsuk 8+9reb+1ast, Z.Raimo 6+4reb+1ast Prometey - Ventspils 101-94 No shocking result in a game in Kamianske where first ranked Ukrainian Prometey (29-1) defeated 5th ranked Latvian Ventspils (19-11) 101-94 on Saturday. Prometey made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. Prometey outrebounded Ventspils 39-28 including 16 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American swingman DJ Stephens (195-1990, college: Memphis) who helped to win the game recording 24 points and 7 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) and Czech center Ondrej Balvin (217-1992, agency: Octagon Europe) who added 14 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Four Prometey players scored in double figures. Puerto Rican point guard Ivan Gandia-Rosa (185-1997, college: UNF, agency: Octagon Europe) responded with 32 points and 8 assists and Guntis Sipolins (207-1993) scored 15 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Prometey have an impressive 21-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 29-1 record. Loser Ventspils keep the fifth place with 11 games lost. Top scorers: Ventspils: I.Gandia-Rosa 32+4reb+8ast, G.Sipolins 15+5reb+1ast, R.Bumeisters 13+2reb+1ast, K.Mediss 12+1reb+5ast, A.Selakovs 9+5reb+4ast, E.Wembi 7+6reb+3ast Prometey: D.Stephens 24+7reb, C.Agada 15+3reb+8ast, O.Balvin 14+10reb+2ast, I.Sidorov 14+1reb+4ast, I.Sanon 8+2ast, D.Lukashov 7+1reb+2ast Tartu - Viimsi 106-86 Very expected game when 8th ranked Viimsi (15-15) was rolled over on the road by fourth ranked Tartu (20-10) 106-86 on Sunday. Tartu shot 60.3 percent from the field. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American point guard Ty Gordon (183-1998, college: Nicholls St.) who helped to win the game recording 29 points and Ukrainian Andrii Voinalovych (207-1999) who added 21 points during the contest. Four Tartu players scored in double figures. American center Malik Toppin (206-1997, college: Salem) responded with 25 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Siim-Markus Post (184-1997) scored 4 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tartu maintains fourth position with 20-10 record. Viimsi lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 15 games lost. Top scorers: Viimsi: M.Toppin 25+6reb+2ast, R.Zakis 20+2reb, D.Harris 10+3reb+2ast, K.Lips 6+4reb+2ast, E.Haller 6+1reb, R.Jorgen 5+1reb+2ast Tartu: T.Gordon 29+3reb+3ast, A.Voinalovych 21+3reb+2ast, L.Bockler 17+5reb+1ast, T.Pavelka 14+4reb+4ast, M.Rosenthal 9+10ast, O.Suurorg 6+2reb+3ast LU - Liepaja 86-78 There was a small surprise in Riga where thirteenth ranked LU (10-20) beat 10th ranked Liepaja (12-18) 86-78 on Sunday. They outrebounded Liepaja 39-21 including a 29-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. LU looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Latvian Davids Viksne (195-2000) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 14 points, 16 rebounds and 7 assists and Latvian point guard Ricards Vitolskis (185-2001) who added 15 points and 7 assists during the contest. Latvian point guard Renars Birkans (186-1997) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 5 rebounds and 14 assists and Roberts Freimanis (204-1991, college: Liepaja) scored 19 points and 5 rebounds. Five LU and four Liepaja players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. LU maintains thirteenth position with 10-20 record. Loser Liepaja keeps the tenth place with 18 games lost. They share the position with Parnu. Top scorers: Liepaja: R.Freimanis 19+5reb+2ast, R.Birkans 13+5reb+14ast, O.Berzins 10+3reb, V.Ricards 10+3reb+2ast, K.Miglinieks 9+1reb, A.Helmanis 8+2reb+1ast LU: R.Vitolskis 15+4reb+7ast, G.Kampuss 15+4reb+2ast, D.Viksne 14+16reb+7ast, S.Toms 14+2reb+3ast, R.Avotins 12+4reb+2ast, E.Mezulis 7+3reb+2ast TalTech - Tarvas 107-86 Not a big story in a game in Tallinn where 16th ranked Tarvas (2-27) were outplayed by eleventh ranked TalTech (12-17) 107-86 on Friday. TalTech shot 64.9 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three sinking 17 long-distance shots on high 68.0 percentage. TalTech looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Ran Andre Pehka (192-2001, college: UC Davis) who helped to win the game recording 16 points, 6 assists and 4 steals (perfect from the field making all six shots) and Ukrainian Anatoliy Shundel (191-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) who added 20 points and 4 assists (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) during the contest. Four TalTech players scored in double figures. Ukrainian Volodymyr Shevchenko (200-1994, agency: BIG) responded with 37 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds and Gert Kaldmae (195-1995) scored 18 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. TalTech moved-up to ninth place. Tarvas lost seventh consecutive game. They stay dead last with 27 lost games. TalTech's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tallinn . Top scorers: Tarvas: V.Shevchenko 37+6reb+2ast, G.Kaldmae 18+6reb+2ast, S.Vitalii 9+4reb+2ast, S.Ralf 9+3reb+4ast, J.Razdevsek 8+2reb+3ast, E.Kaasik 3+1ast TalTech: T.Raadik 21+1reb, A.Shundel 20+1reb+4ast, R.Andre Pehka 16+3reb+6ast, M.Hymon 15+8reb+1ast, O.Metsalu 11+3reb+1ast, K.Gluditis 9+3reb+9ast TalTech - Kalev/Cramo 84-102 Everything went according to plan in Tallinn where third ranked Kalev/Cramo (23-5) won against 11th ranked TalTech (12-17) 102-84 on Sunday. Kalev/Cramo have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 23-5 record having eight points less than leader Prometey. Loser TalTech dropped to the ninth place with 17 games lost. Kalev/Cramo's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tallinn Tallinna Kalev. |
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| Lebanese LBL round 21 best performance: Milko Bjelica (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The 38-year old player had a double-double of 32 points and 14 rebounds, while his team in a lost game to Homentmen (6-13) 85-90. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. NSA maintains the 9th position in Lebanese LBL. NSA is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. But it was their 13th lost game this season out of 19 games. In the team's last game Bjelica had a remarkable 83.3% from 2-point range. He turned to be NSA's top player in his first season with the team. Milko Bjelica averages this season 22.0ppg and 10.4rpg. The second best player in last round's games was young American Marlon Johnson (208-PF-1994) of league's leader Dynamo. Johnson had a very good evening with a double-double of 27 points and 10 rebounds. Of course he led Dynamo to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Champville (#7, 7-12) 96-65. Of course Dynamo still keep the league's top spot. His team belongs to top of the standings with 19-1 record and is considered one of the main candidates for the league title. Johnson is one of the most experienced players at Dynamo and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third on the list of top players last round was another Dynamo's star - international swingman Mark Alkhoury (196-F/G-1998). Alkhoury scored 28 points and grabbed nine rebounds. He was another key player of Dynamo, helping his team with a 80-72 win against the lower-ranked Hoops (#8, 6-13). Many experts and fans count Dynamo as a contender for championship title. Another victory and another confirmation that they may be right. Just look at their record: 19 victories and only one lost game. They are currently at the very top of the standings. Alkhoury has a very solid season. In 20 games in Lebanon he scored 8.7ppg. He also has 6.2rpg and FGP: 59.5%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Wael Arakji (194-G-1994) of Al Riyadi - 28 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Dallas Morgan (185-G) of NSA - 37 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 6. C.J. Aiken (206-C/F-1990) of Byblos - 21 points, 16 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Myles Carter (185-G-1999) of Atlas - 30 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists 8. DaJuan Summers (203-PF-1988) of Homentmen - 25 points and 14 rebounds 9. Elios Saad (202-F/C-2001) of Hoops - 24 points and 8 rebounds 10. Mark Lyons (185-G-1989) of Homentmen - 33 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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| Bayamon inks Jamil Wilson, ex Prienai - by Luis Modestti | |||
Wilson played last season for Quebradillas averaging 14.5 points, 6.3 rebounds and 4 assists in 29 games. During his international career he has played in the NBA G-League, Italy, Germany, Russia, Mexico and Lithuania. The start of the 2023 season is on March 22 as Bayamon hosts San German. |
| Recap of NKL Round 2 of 1/8 Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Rytas 2 - Stekas 94-86 Rytas 2 had a 28-17 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Rytas 2 especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.9 percentage. Guard Arnas Adomavicius (191-2000, college: UNCG) scored 25 points and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and center Lukas Valantinas (206-2001) chipped in 19 points (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. Swingman Tadas Rinkunas (195-1991) responded with 28 points and 4 assists and Justas Sinica (203-1985) scored 11 points and 5 rebounds. Four Stekas players scored in double figures. Stekas' coach Tomas Purlys rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Stekas: T.Rinkunas 28+2reb+4ast, K.Jonuska 13+3reb, J.Sinica 11+5reb+2ast, K.Brusokas 10+6reb, P.Semaska 7+2reb+2ast, J.Sukelis 6+1reb Rytas 2: A.Adomavicius 25+3reb+5ast, V.Lukas 19+3reb+2ast, A.Simonis 14+1reb+1ast, K.Augustinas 10+6reb+1ast, B.Modestas 9+9reb+2ast, K.Andreas 7+8reb+7ast Palanga - Vytis 64-78 Vytis dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Palanga's 32. Point guard Titas Janusevicius (188-2001) scored 24 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Ernestas Jonkus (187-1999) chipped in 12 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Five Vytis players scored in double figures. American guard Dee Franklin (196-1992, college: FVSU) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and his fellow American import point guard Zac Owens (180-1998, college: Bethel, IN) scored 14 points and 7 assists. Top scorers: Palanga: D.Franklin 20+10reb+3ast, Z.Owens 14+2reb+7ast, J.Ernestas 10+4reb+1ast, L.Mantas 8+1reb+2ast, B.Tadas 6+10reb+1ast, T.Kararinas 4+4reb Vytis: J.Titas 24+6reb+2ast, K.Kokoska 14+2reb+2ast, M.Augustinas 12+10reb, E.Jonkus 12+7reb+5ast, E.Zilius 10+6reb+3ast, C.Gabrielius 6+6reb+5ast Vilkaviskis - Silute 77-79 29 personal fouls committed by Vilkaviskis helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was Canadian guard Jalen Warren (188-1999, college: UIC) who scored 25 points. Linas Lekavicius (185-1984, college: American) chipped in 8 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Amandas Urkis (201-1999, college: Lewis & Clark) produced 15 points and 5 rebounds and Rokas Stankevicius (202-1995, agency: BIG) added 10 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Four Vilkaviskis players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Vilkaviskis: A.Urkis 15+5reb+1ast, M.Zukauskas 13+4ast, E.Hazners 11+6reb+1ast, R.Stankevicius 10+7reb+1ast, G.Macionis 9+1reb, A.Ene 8+2reb Silute: J.Warren 25+1reb, P.Gaidys 12+5reb, J.Alexander 11+3reb+1ast, L.Lekavicius 8+6reb+4ast, Y.Balaban 7+8reb+1ast, D.Anuzis 6+2ast Delikatesas - Atletas 81-70 Delikatesas made 16-of-21 charity shots (76.2 percent) during the game. American center Corey Boyd (206-1998) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists. Brazilian swingman Fernando Salsamendi (194-1996, college: Ave Maria) contributed with 14 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Boyd is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Delikatesas players scored in double figures. Point guard Paulius Danisevicius (178-1995, agency: BIG) replied with 27 points and the former international center Egidijus Dimsa (205-1985) added 5 points and 11 rebounds in the effort for Atletas. Top scorers: Atletas: P.Danisevicius 27+4reb+2ast, T.Balciunas 10+4reb+1ast, D.Sabeckis 8+2reb+3ast, K.Tomas 7+4reb+2ast, B.Tautvydas 6+4reb+1ast, E.Dimsa 5+11reb+1ast Delikatesas: B.Corey 28+14reb+5ast, S.Kulevicius 17+2reb+1ast, F.Salsamendi 14+7reb+3ast, D.Rackley 10+5reb+4ast, V.Vilius 6+4reb+2ast, V.Akucka 3 |
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| LBE Round 6: Dorados beat Apaches by two after a very close game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Fourth-ranked Apaches (4-6) used its home court advantage to challenge second ranked Dorados (9-2) in Chihuahua on Saturday. The visitors managed to secure only two-point victory 91-89. However their fans expected easier game. Dorados keep a position of league leader, which they share with Toros. Apaches at the other side keep the fourth place with six games lost. Dorados is looking forward to face bottom-ranked Mineros (#6) in Parral in the next round where they are favorite. Apaches will play on the road against Indomables in Ciudad Juarez and it may be a tough game between close rivals. An interesting game for Toros (9-2) which played road game in Chihuahua against second-best Dorados (9-2). First ranked Toros managed to get a 13-point victory 99-86. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Toros have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 9-2 record, which they share with defeated Dorados. Toros will play against Ciudad (#5) in Ciudad Juarez in the next round. Dorados will play at home against Mineros (#6) and hope to get back on the winning track. An interesting game for Indomables (5-5) which hosted in Ciudad Juarez one of their biggest challengers Apaches (4-6). Third ranked Indomables had an easy win 120-99. Indomables maintains third position with 5-5 record having five points less than leader Toros. Loser Apaches keep the fourth place with six games lost. Indomables will again meet at home Apaches (#4) in the next round. Apaches will play against Mineros in Parral and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no big surprises in other games of round 6: Indios were beaten by Apaches on the road 119-103. Indomables CJ destroyed Mineros on its own court 132-94. Toros outscored Mineros in Nuevo Laredo 109-74. Apaches - Indios 119-103 The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Apaches' (4-6) home victory over 5th ranked Ciudad (3-6) in Chihuahua 119-103 on Thursday. Apaches maintains fourth position with 4-6 record. Loser Ciudad keeps the fifth place with six games lost. Apaches will meet higher ranked Indomables (#3) in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Ciudad will play against the league's leader Toros in Nuevo Laredo and hope to secure a win. Indomables CJ - Mineros 132-94 Rather expected game when 6th ranked Mineros (1-10) were smashed by third ranked Indomables (5-5) in Ciudad Juarez 132-94 on Friday. Indomables maintains third position with 5-5 record having five points less than leader Toros. Mineros lost sixth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with ten games lost. Indomables will meet at home Apaches (#4) in the next round. Mineros will play against the league's second-placed Dorados in Chihuahua and hope to win that game. Dorados - Toros 86-99 An interesting game for Toros (9-2) which played road game in Chihuahua against second-best Dorados (9-2). First ranked Toros managed to get a 13-point victory 99-86. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Toros have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 9-2 record, which they share with defeated Dorados. Toros will play against Ciudad (#5) in Ciudad Juarez in the next round. Dorados will play at home against Mineros (#6) and hope to get back on the winning track. Apaches - Dorados 89-91 Fourth-ranked Apaches (4-6) used its home court advantage to challenge second ranked Dorados (9-2) in Chihuahua on Saturday. The visitors managed to secure only two-point victory 91-89. However their fans expected easier game. Dorados keep a position of league leader, which they share with Toros. Apaches at the other side keep the fourth place with six games lost. Dorados is looking forward to face bottom-ranked Mineros (#6) in Parral in the next round where they are favorite. Apaches will play on the road against Indomables in Ciudad Juarez and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Mineros - Toros 74-109 Very predictable result when first ranked Toros (9-2) rolled over bottom-ranked Mineros (1-10) in Parral 109-74 on Saturday. Toros have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 9-2 record, which they share with Dorados. Mineros lost sixth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with ten games lost. Toros will meet at home Ciudad (#5) in the next round. Mineros will play against the league's second-placed Dorados in Chihuahua and hope to win that game. Indomables CJ - Apaches 120-99 An interesting game for Indomables (5-5) which hosted in Ciudad Juarez one of their biggest challengers Apaches (4-6). Third ranked Indomables had an easy win 120-99. Indomables maintains third position with 5-5 record having five points less than leader Toros. Loser Apaches keep the fourth place with six games lost. Indomables will again meet at home Apaches (#4) in the next round. Apaches will play against Mineros in Parral and it may be a tough game between close rivals. |
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The Regular Season in Superleague just ended. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The biggest surprise of round 12 was guest Gloria's (7-5) easy road victory over second-best Ceadir-Basket (6-6) 86-71 on Saturday evening. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Gloria have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Ceadir-Basket at the other side dropped to the third position with six games lost. They share it with CS UTM and Sparta. Undefeated leader SS1 delivered the twelfth consecutive victory. This time they crushed bottom-ranked Northland (0-12) 115-55 in Balti. Undefeated SS1 (12-0) have an impressive 12-game winning streak. They maintain first position with a perfect record of 12 victories in a row. Newly promoted Northland still closes the standings with 12 games lost. The game in Chisinau was also quite interesting. One of their biggest challengers Comrat H. (5-7) played at the court of sixth ranked Sparta (6-6). Sparta did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 89-71 on Saturday. Sparta moved-up to third place, which they share with Ceadir-Basket and CS UTM. Comrat H. at the other side, also newcomer in the league, dropped to the sixth position with seven games lost. Sparta - Comrat H. 89-71 The game in Chisinau was also quite interesting. One of their biggest challengers Comrat H. (5-7) played at the court of sixth ranked Sparta (6-6). Sparta did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 89-71 on Saturday. Sparta moved-up to third place, which they share with Ceadir-Basket and CS UTM. Comrat H. at the other side, also newcomer in the league, dropped to the sixth position with seven games lost. Ceadir-Basket - Gloria 71-86 The biggest surprise of round 12 was guest Gloria's (7-5) easy road victory over second-best Ceadir-Basket (6-6) 86-71 on Saturday evening. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Gloria have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Ceadir-Basket at the other side dropped to the third position with six games lost. They share it with CS UTM and Sparta. SS1 - Northland 115-55 Undefeated leader SS1 delivered the twelfth consecutive victory. This time they crushed bottom-ranked Northland (0-12) 115-55 in Balti. SS1 (12-0) have an impressive 12-game winning streak. They maintain first position with a perfect record of 12 victories in a row. Newly promoted Northland still closes the standings with 12 games lost. |
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| Pendarvis Williams paces Erdenet Miners in the Semifinal opener - by Eurobasket News |
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Erdenet Miners - Knights 77-70 Pendarvis Williams (198-G-1991, college: Norfolk St.) paced Erdenet Miners in the Semifinal opener against Knights. He scored 21 points and added 6 assists and 5 rebounds as his team won 77-70. Erdenet Miners won the opening period 18-16 and led 35-30 at the halftime. They increased to 7 points at the end of the third period, whilst both side nailed 17 points each in the last stanza. Anand Ariunbold (197-F-1997) notched 20 points and Bilguun Battuvshin (197-SF-1989) scored 18 in a loss. |
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| Prva B Round 19: Montenegro is upset by Podgorica-2 - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game between second ranked Montenegro (13-5) and fourth ranked Podgorica-2 (13-4) was the most important one in the last round on Saturday night. Montenegro was defeated by Podgorica-2 in a tough game in Podgorica 55-60. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Montenegro. Podgorica-2 forced 22 Montenegro turnovers. Forward Marko Radunovic (198-2006) fired 14 points for the winners. Nikola Ratknic (192-2004) chipped in 17 points. Center Nikola Bojicic (198-2001) produced 24 points and 9 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Podgorica-2 have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to third place. Montenegro at the other side dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Podgorica-2 are looking forward to face league's leader Pljevlja on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Montenegro will play against Zeta and is hoping to win this game. Leader Pljevlja delivered the fifteenth victory. This time they crushed 12th ranked Rudar (1-15) 109-63. Worth to mention a great performance of Janko Jelovac (-2003) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 5 assists and 4 steals. Ognjen Lacmanovic contributed with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Dejan Dzakovic (-1991) answered with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds for Rudar. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Pljevlja maintains first place with 15-2 record. Rudar lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the twelfth position with 15 games lost. Pljevlja will play against Podgorica-2 (#3) at home in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Rudar will play against Akademik (#11) in Podgorica and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Bottom-ranked Sedmica (0-17) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 81-69 loss to seventh ranked Balkanski Ris (11-6) in Podgorica on Sunday evening. It was a great evening for Holden Redparth who led his team to a victory scoring 25 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. At the losing side Zoran Radonjic responded with 22 points and 4 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Balkanski Ris have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Lim. Loser Sedmica still closes the standings. Balkanski Ris will meet at home league's second-placed SC Derby 2 in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sedmica will play against Lim (#6) and hopes to get finally their first victory. Other games of round 19 were very predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Akademik was defeated by Vukovi Zeta in Golubovci 59-56. SC Derby 2 beat Kotor at home 70-56. Lim won against Ulcinj on the opponent's court 83-81. The best stats of 19th round was 20 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals by Dusan Bevenja of Ulcinj. Podgorica 2 - Montenegro 60-55 The game between second ranked Montenegro (13-5) and fourth ranked Podgorica-2 (13-4) was the most important one in the last round on Saturday night. Montenegro was defeated by Podgorica-2 in a tough game in Podgorica 55-60. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Montenegro. Podgorica-2 forced 22 Montenegro turnovers. Forward Marko Radunovic (198-2006) fired 14 points for the winners. Nikola Ratknic (192-2004) chipped in 17 points. Center Nikola Bojicic (198-2001) produced 24 points and 9 rebounds and Lebanese forward Karim Rtail (198-2004) added 10 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Podgorica-2 have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to third place. Montenegro at the other side dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Podgorica-2 are looking forward to face league's leader Pljevlja on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Montenegro will play against Zeta and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Montenegro: N.Bojicic 24+9reb+3ast, D.Krsto 11+4reb, R.Karim 10+4reb+3ast, S.Mitar 6+1ast, V.Djurkovic 2+3reb, M.Uros 2+4reb+1ast Podgorica 2: R.Nikola 17+2reb+1ast, R.Marko 14+4reb+3ast, D.Aljosa 8+3ast, M.Lazar 8+2reb+3ast, V.Lazar 7+7reb, J.Aleksa 4+4reb Rudar - Pljevlja 63-109 Leader Pljevlja delivered the fifteenth victory. This time they crushed 12th ranked Rudar (1-15) 109-63. Pljevlja made 25-of-30 charity shots (83.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 Rudar turnovers and outrebounded them 55-35 including a 19-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. Pljevlja players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Janko Jelovac (-2003) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 5 assists and 4 steals. Serbian Ognjen Lacmanovic (-2003, college: Howard Col., TX) contributed with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Dejan Dzakovic (-1991) answered with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds and Andrija Starcevic added 16 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Rudar. Five Pljevlja and four Rudar 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. Pljevlja maintains first place with 15-2 record. Rudar lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the twelfth position with 15 games lost. Pljevlja will play against Podgorica-2 (#3) at home in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Rudar will play against Akademik (#11) in Podgorica and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Rudar: D.Dzakovic 23+12reb+3ast, S.Andrija 16+5reb+3ast, P.Janko 13+5reb+1ast, T.Sinisa 11+4reb, L.Filip 0+1reb, K.Igor 0+1reb Pljevlja: M.Bowers 21+2reb+2ast, J.Janko 21+3reb+5ast, O.Lacmanovic 20+5reb+4ast, R.Ivan 10+11reb+3ast, D.Stefan 10+7reb+1ast, A.Holcombe 10+4reb Vukovi Zeta - Akademik 59-56 There was no surprise in Golubovci where 10th ranked Akademik (3-13) was edged by eighth ranked Vukovi Zeta (10-8) 59-56 on Sunday. Vukovi Zeta shot 20 for 31 from the free-throw line, while Akademik only scored three points from the stripe. Vukovi Zeta forced 21 Akademik turnovers. It was a great evening for Drazen Otasevic who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 20 rebounds. Zeljko Matanovic (-2001) helped adding 16 points. At the losing side guard Husein Alivodic (190-1993) responded with 8 points and 9 rebounds and Radomir Kruska (203-1996) scored 11 points and 5 rebounds. Vukovi Zeta maintains eighth place with 10-8 record. Akademik lost ninth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh position with 13 games lost. Vukovi Zeta will meet higher ranked Kotor (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Akademik will play against Rudar (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Akademik: A.Vladimir 12+5reb, R.Kruska 11+5reb+1ast, J.Nikola 9+5reb+2ast, H.Alivodic 8+9reb, Z.Boris 6+2reb+3ast, V.Popovic 5+7reb+2ast Vukovi Zeta: D.Otasevic 22+20reb+1ast, M.Zeljko 16+3reb+1ast, N.Djuretic 10+2reb, M.Dusan 5+1reb+1ast, D.Kovacevic 4+3reb, K.Balsa 2+5reb+1ast SC Derby 2 - Kotor 70-56 No shocking result in a game in Podgorica where third ranked SC Derby 2 (13-3) defeated 5th ranked Kotor (12-5) 70-56 on Saturday. It was a great evening for Serbian guard Petar Minic (186-2004) who led his team to a victory scoring 22 points and 5 assists. Igor Jukovic helped adding 12 points. At the losing side American forward Welton Elloie (200) responded with 15 points and 8 rebounds and Krsto Sucur produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. Four Kotor players scored in double figures. SC Derby 2 have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Newly promoted Kotor keeps the fifth position with five games lost. SC Derby 2 will meet Balkanski Ris (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Kotor will play against Vukovi Zeta and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Kotor: E.Welton 15+8reb, K.Sucur 12+10reb+1ast, D.Bozovic 12+5reb+4ast, S.Subotic 11+2reb, J.Ivan 6+4reb+2ast, M.Djordje 0 SC Derby 2: M.Petar 22+4reb+5ast, J.Igor 12+4reb+1ast, D.Demir 10+4reb, L.Djurovic 9+1reb, T.Vasilije 7+1reb, S.Vladimir 5+3reb+4ast Sedmica - Balkanski Ris 69-81 Bottom-ranked Sedmica (0-17) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 81-69 loss to seventh ranked Balkanski Ris (11-6) in Podgorica on Sunday evening. They dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Sedmica's 26. Balkanski Ris forced 28 Sedmica turnovers. It was a great evening for American guard Holden Redparth (196-1997, college: FMU) who led his team to a victory scoring 25 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Sinisa Boskovic (-2003) helped adding 24 points and 6 rebounds. At the losing side Italian Zoran Radonjic (-1999) responded with 22 points and 4 assists and Serbian-Portuguese Stefan Djukic (202-1989) scored 8 points and 14 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Balkanski Ris have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Lim. Loser Sedmica still closes the standings. Balkanski Ris will meet at home league's second-placed SC Derby 2 in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sedmica will play against Lim (#6) and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Sedmica: R.Zoran 22+3reb+4ast, V.Petar 10+1reb+2ast, P.Jokic 9+2reb+1ast, S.Nemanja 8+7reb+2ast, S.Djukic 8+14reb+3ast, V.Vuk 5+1reb+1ast Balkanski Ris: H.Redparth 25+8reb+8ast, B.Sinisa 24+6reb+1ast, M.Guillory 9+5reb+3ast, N.Vemic 8+5reb, I.Zejak 7+5reb+1ast, P.Zani 6+9reb Ulcinj - Lim 81-83 Rather expected game in Ulcijn where 9th ranked Ulcinj (4-13) was edged by sixth ranked Lim (11-6) 83-81 on Saturday. It was a great evening for Danilo Joksimovic who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Miomir Brakocevic helped adding 12 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. At the losing side Dusan Bevenja responded with 20 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) and Filp Bevenja scored 14 points and 7 rebounds. Five Lim and four Ulcinj players scored in double figures. Ulcinj's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Newly promoted Lim maintains sixth place with 11-6 record, which they share with Balkanski Ris. Ulcinj lost third consecutive game. Ulcinj at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the ninth position with 13 games lost. Lim will meet at home bottom-ranked Sedmica (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ulcinj will have a break next round. Top scorers: Ulcinj: B.Dusan 20+8reb+4ast, B.Filp 14+7reb, B.Luka 11+3ast, N.Spasojevic 10+5reb, N.Jovetic 8+1reb+2ast, J.Matija 8+2reb Lim: J.Danilo 17+12reb+2ast, O.Petar 17+1reb+3ast, B.Matija 14+1reb+3ast, B.Miomir 12+5reb+5ast, N.Mustafa 11+7reb, P.Miloja 6+7reb+1ast |
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Most Valuable Player: Charles Elzie (6'1''-G) of Idaho Coll. Charles Stevenson Hustle Award: Grant Smith (6'6''-G) of Indiana TechCoach of the Year: Colby Blaine of Idaho Coll.
All-Tournament Team Charles Elzie (6'1''-G) of Idaho Coll. Samaje Morgan (5'9''-PG) of Idaho Coll. Tyler Robinett (6'7''-F) of Idaho Coll. Rog Stein (6'6''-F) of Indiana Tech Josh Kline (6'9''-F) of Indiana Tech Jake Ohmer (6'1''-G) of Georgetown, KY Kyran Jones (6'5''-F) of Georgetown, KY Josiah De La Cerda (6'8''-F) of OUAZ Kolten Hitt (6'4''-G) of OUAZ Elijah Malone (6'9''-C) of Grace |
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| Brunson returns with 24 points, Knicks beat Nuggets 116-110 - by Eurobasket News |
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Jalen Brunson (6'1''-G-1996, college: Villanova) scored 24 points in his return from a left foot injury, leading the New York Knicks to a 116-110 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Saturday. Brunson had 16 points in the first quarter to get the Knicks off to a quick start, then finished strong to help them come back after trailing by 13 in the second half. New York was protecting a two-point lead when he made two free throws with 43 seconds remaining, then pushed the ball up the court and threw a lob that Mitchell Robinson (7'1''-C/F-1998, college: WKU) slammed down to make it 116-110 with 24 seconds to go. Brunson had missed five of the last six games and made it through only half the one game he did play because of soreness. With their point guard back, the Knicks won their third straight and improved to 42-30, guaranteeing just their second winning record in the last 10 seasons. RJ Barrett Jr. (6'6''-F/G-2000, college: Duke) added 21 points and Julius Randle (6'9''-F/C-1994, college: Kentucky) had 20 for the Knicks. Robinson grabbed nine rebounds. Nikola Jokic (7'0''-C-1995, agency: BeoBasket) had 24 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists for the Nuggets, who lost for the fifth time in six games. Jamal Murray (6'4''-SG-1997, college: Kentucky) scored 25 points. The Western Conference leaders had snapped their longest losing streak of the season at four games on Thursday at Detroit, but fell into a quick hole in this one, with Brunson's early burst providing the Knicks and a sold-out crowd of 19,812 more energy than usual for a day game. It was close for just about the whole fourth quarter, with Randle's basket snapping a 110-all tie with 2:21 left. Brunson scored the first five points and later in the first quarter had a pair of three-point plays, the latter with 3:55 left giving him 16 points to match Denver's total for the game at that point. New York led 36-28 after one and extended it to 45-32 after a quick 7-0 run. But the Nuggets began to get comfortable midway through the second, when Jokic's three-point play triggered a 7-0 burst, and they sped by the Knicks just before halftime. Murray hit consecutive 3-pointers to end a 13-2 surge that gave Denver a 67-59 lead before Randle made a three-point play to cut it to five at the break. The Nuggets ran off 10 straight points early in the third to make it 79-67, but the Knicks outscored them 16-5 to end the period and tie it at 91. Courtesy of: elpais.com |
| Kessler's block lifts Jazz past Celtics 118-117 - by Eurobasket News |
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Lauri Markkanen (7'1''-F/C-1997, college: Arizona) scored 28 points and Walker Kessler had a game-saving block to help the Utah Jazz to a 118-117 comeback win over the Boston Celtics on Saturday night. Grant Williams (6'6''-F-1998, college: Tennessee), who had 23 points and a career-high seven 3-pointers, was driving for a potential game-winner but ran into Kessler, who blocked his shot just before the final buzzer. Talen Horton-Tucker (6'4''-G-2000, college: Iowa St.) had 19 points and Ochai Agbaji (6'5''-G-2000, college: Kansas) added 16 for the Jazz, who overcame a 19-point deficit to win and stay in the thick of the Western Conference playoff race. Jaylen Brown scored 25 points, Malcolm Brogdon (6'5''-SG-1992, college: Virginia) had 16 and Jayson Tatum finished with 15, but was shut out in the second half as the short-handed Celtics were playing their third game in four nights. The Jazz played a hybrid zone defense at times and doubled Tatum whenever they could on the perimeter. That left other Celtics wide open, especially in the corners as the Jazz scrambled to keep up. The Celtics (49-23) made 22 3-pointers, one off their season high, but missed enough down the stretch for the Jazz to pull off the win. After Brown's 3-pointer gave the Celtics a 117-113 lead with 1:19 to play, Markkanen made a 3-pointer and Horton-Tucker drove for a layup while Tatum missed two jumpers. But the Jazz allowed the Celtics one last chance when Horton-Tucker dribbled for 20 seconds and then lost the ball out of bounds. Kessler, who had 12 points and 14 rebounds, saved Utah's comeback effort with the defensive play of the game and his third blocked shot. Kelly Olynyk (7'0''-C-1991, college: Gonzaga) had 13 points, 13 rebounds and six assists for the Jazz (34-36), who have won three of four. The Jazz hadn't played a home game since Feb. 28 and were coming off five days of rest after a six-game trip. Meanwhile, the injury-riddled Celtics were looking for someone to score, and the Jazz were daring somebody other than Tatum to beat them. Williams nearly did, but was one shot short. Regular Boston starters Marcus Smart (hip) and Al Horford (back) missed the game. Fortunately, Brogdon (Achilles) made his return. The Jazz weren't at full strength either, with Jordan Clarkson (thumb) and Collin Sexton (hamstring) on the injured list. Despite Tatum going scoreless in the third quarter, Brogdon hit a 3 and fed Luke Kornet for a dunk to power a 16-3 Boston run and make it 91-85 with 39 seconds left in the third. The Celtics led 64-57 at the half on the strength of 13 3-pointers and Tatum's three free throws after being fouled with 0.4 seconds left in the second quarter. Courtesy of: cbsnews.com |
| Jokic triple-double leads Nuggets to 108-102 win over Nets - by Eurobasket News |
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Nikola Jokic (7'0''-C-1995, agency: BeoBasket) had 22 points, 17 rebounds and 10 assists in his 28th triple-double of the season, Michael Porter Jr. (6'10''-PF-1998, college: Missouri) had 28 points and nine rebounds, and the Denver Nuggets beat the Brooklyn Nets 108-102 on Sunday. Jamal Murray (6'4''-SG-1997, college: Kentucky) scored 20 of his 25 points in the first quarter for the Nuggets, who looked nothing like the slumping team that had dropped five of six. Denver shot 62.5% in the first half and led comfortably most of the game while playing for the second straight afternoon. Mikal Bridges (6'6''-G/F-1996, college: Villanova) scored 23 points and Nicolas Claxton (6'11''-F/C-1999, college: Georgia) had 19 for the Nets, who have lost three straight as they try to hold onto a top-six seed and a guaranteed postseason spot in the Eastern Conference. Courtesy of: apnews.com |
| Bucks rally in final quarter to beat Raptors 118-111 - by Eurobasket News |
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Giannis Antetokounmpo (6'11''-F-1994, agency: Octagon Europe) had 22 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists, Brook Lopez (7'0''-C-1988, college: Stanford) scored 17 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter, and the Milwaukee Bucks rallied for a 118-111 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night. Khris Middleton (6'8''-SF-1991, college: Texas A&M) added 20 points and Bobby Portis (6'10''-PF-1995, college: Arkansas) had 14 as the Bucks improved to an NBA-best 51-20. Antetokounmpo had his 33rd career triple-double, making all nine of his field goal attempts. Lopez scored the first eight points of the fourth quarter on a pair of 3-point plays and a dunk to put Milwaukee in front 97-95. Middleton's free throw capped the 15-2 run that put the Bucks up 104-97. 'We settled down, we got back in control,' said Lopez, who outscored Toronto 17-16 in the fourth quarter. 'We talked about the third quarter-fourth quarter break. They just shot more times than us. We were shooting just as well, or better than them from two and three. We just had to take care of the ball and keep them off the offensive glass.' A dunk by Jakob Poeltl (7'0''-F-1995, college: Utah) brought Toronto within 110-107, but Lopez scored underneath and Jrue Holiday hit two free throws to make it 114-107 with 1:29 remaining. Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer said Lopez's outburst to start the fourth quarter was key. 'It changed the game,' Budenholzer said. 'I think what he did offensively was important, and then the defense always stands out. It was a little bit muddy, not a pretty game there, and he stepped up and kind of just changed our feel and changed the momentum for us, particularly offensively, which we needed tonight.' Fred VanVleet had 23 points and O.G. Anunoby added 22 for the Raptors, who had won their three previous games. Toronto missed a chance to move into eighth in the East Conference ahead of Atlanta, which lost to San Antonio 126-118. 'All these games are important to us, that's for sure,' said Toronto coach Nick Nurse , whose team plays their next four at home. 'I like, kind of, how we're playing. I think we're very well for long stretches of games. Hopefully, we can just keep building on that.' Anunoby and Gary Trent Jr. (6'6''-SG-1999, college: Duke) hit back-to-back 3-pointers to put the Raptors up 83-76 with just under 4 1/2 minutes left in the third quarter. Toronto led 95-89 entering the final period. 'There was just two little probably bad stretches,' Nurse said. 'In those stretches, they kind of got a couple of at the rim ... a couple of and-ones. We just kind of lost our rim protection, and then kicked out and made a couple 3s after we kind of got that fixed. Give them credit, they made a couple big ones down the stretch when they needed them.' The Bucks hit seven of their 16 3-pointers in the first period en route to a 33-29 lead. Courtesy of: abcnews.go.com |
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| Hustle Clinch Playoff Spot With 114-87 Win Over Vipers - by Eurobasket News |
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The Memphis Hustle (21-7), the NBA G League affiliate of the Memphis Grizzlies, defeated the Rio Grande Valley Vipers (16-13) to clinch a spot in the 2023 NBA G League Playoffs. On assignment from the Grizzlies, Ziaire Williams (6'8''-SF-2001, college: Stanford) led the Hustle with 26 points to go with six rebounds and five assists. Matt Hurt (6'9''-F-2000, college: Duke) tallied 13 points and nine rebounds. Justin Bean added with 11 points and eight rebounds. The Hustle had three reserves score in double figures, as Sean McDermott (6'6''-F-1996, college: Butler, agency: Octagon Europe) finished with 12 points, Terrell Brown Jr. contributed 11 points and Adonis Arms (6'6''-G-1998, college: Texas Tech) chipped in 10 points. Darius Days (6'7''-F-1999, college: LSU) paced the Vipers and secured a double-double with 17 points and 11 rebounds. Jalen Lecque (6'5''-SG-2000, college: NC State) added 17 points off the bench. Trhae Mitchell (6'6''-F-1997, college: USA) finished with 13 points and six rebounds. Ray Spalding (6'10''-F-1997, college: Louisville) tallied 12 points and six rebounds. The Hustle held a slim lead over the Vipers before closing the second quarter on a 12-4 run helped them take a 12-point lead into the halftime break. The Hustle jumped out to a 17-9 start to the third quarter, before the Vipers responded with a 9-0 run to cut the lead back down to 11. The Hustle closed the third quarter on a 9-3 run to extend their lead back to 18 entering the fourth quarter. The Hustle led by as many as 34 in the final quarter to secure the victory. The Hustle held the Vipers to a regular season-low 87 points. Memphis shot 50% from the field and 36.8% from beyond the arc. while limiting Rio Grande Valley to just 20.5% shooting from deep. The Hustle scored 20 points off Vipers turnovers. Memphis assisted on 25 of their 39 made field goals. The Hustle will hit the road for their final four games of the regular season, starting with a two-game series against the Ontario Clippers on Monday, March 20, at 9 p.m. CT. Courtesy of: oursportscentral.com |
| Stars Rally in the Fourth to Beat Lakers - by Eurobasket News |
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The Salt Lake City Stars claimed a comeback victory to the South Bay Lakers 121-114 tonight at the Maverik Center. The Stars (18-12) will face-off this week against the Austin Spurs (8-22)for the first time this season on a back-to-back homestand, and final two games of the regular season. Salt Lake City was led by Tyler Cook (6'9''-C-1997, college: Iowa), who poured in a game-high 23 points on 10-of-14 (.611) from the field and grabbed nine boards in 36 minutes of play. Isaiah Miller (6'0''-PG-1998, college: UNCG) came off the bench to post a career-high 22-point performance, seven rebounds, and four assists. Christian Vital added 21 points to go with six rebounds and five assists. Meanwhile four other Stars players posted double-digits: Elijah Cain (6'6''-G-1996, college: DePaul) (13 points), CJ Elleby (6'6''-F-2000, college: WSU) (12 points), Stacy Davis (11 points), and Micah Potter (6'10''-F-1998, college: Wisconsin) (11 points). Four players reached the double-digit mark for South Bay, led by LJ Figueroa with 21 points and five rebounds, and two assists. While reserve Javante McCoy (6'5''-G-1998, college: Boston U.) contributed 20 points off the bench. LA Lakers two-way player Scotty Pippen Jr. (6'1''-G-2000, college: Vanderbilt) scored 18 points, grabbed six boards, and served four assists. The teams exchanged the lead twice in the opening period, before the Stars took an early lead, holding South Bay to 2-8 from three, and ending the period up 26-18. In the second the teams traded the lead three times as both found their rhythms on the court. However, South Bay took the lead to go into the intermission 61-52. The Lakers extended their lead after the half, taking a five-point advantage (93-88). The Stars came back strong and managed to cut the Lakers lead in the final frame. The Stars pulled away in the final stretch to earn the final 7-point victory, 121-114. Courtesy of: oursportscentral.com |
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| Five put the brakes on the Express, 127-109 - by Eurobasket News |
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The Sudbury Five added another to the win column after defeating the Windsor Express by a score of 127-109 in National Basketball League of Canada action from Friday. .AJ Mosby (6'3''-G-1996, college: Alcorn St.) Jr. led the charge for Sudbury, draining a season high (for him) 35 points over the four quarters. The Sudbury guard went 12 for 16 from the field, six for seven from three-point range, while adding five rebounds and three assists. Jeremy Harris (6'7''-G-1996, college: Buffalo) and JD Miller (6'8''-F-1996, college: TCU) both had double-doubles on the night for Sudbury (14-4, 8-4). Harris had 24 points on 10 for 19 shooting while grabbing 11 rebounds, his second double-double in as many games. Miller made nine of his 15 field goal attempts en route to 20 points, bringing down 13 rebounds, 11 of them on the defensive end. Sudbury led the way in field goals (57.3 per cent to 47.7) and dominated in three-pointers (54.5 per cent to 27), while Windsor outperformed in rebounds (45 to 39) and turnovers (18 to 10). The first quarter ended with the teams tied at 25 apiece. The second quarter saw the Five take control, earning 39 points on the quarter to the Express' 26. Going into the third quarter, Sudbury was up 64-51. Sudbury added another 30 points this quarter to Windsor's 29 to extend their league to 94-80. Sudbury outshot Windsor in the fourth, too, earning 33 points to the Express' 29, for a final score of 127-109. Sudbury holds a 2-1 season series lead over Windsor with their next matchup not coming until April 8. The Five is back in action at home this afternoon against the London Lightning. Game time is 2 p.m. Courtesy of: sudbury.com |
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| Tennessee beats up Duke, wins 65-52 to advance to Sweet 16 - by Eurobasket News |
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Olivier Nkamhoua (6'8''-F-2000) was a little hesitant to enter Tennessee's postgame locker room after a career performance against powerhouse Duke in the NCAA Tournament. So Uros Plavsic (7'0''-F-1998) picked him up and delivered him to teammates waiting to douse him with water. It was a fitting payback considering Nkamhoua had carried the Volunteers much of the afternoon. Nkamhoua tied his career high with 27 points, including 13 straight for Tennessee during a decisive stretch in the second half, and the fourth-seeded Volunteers bullied Duke 65-52 on Saturday to advance to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2019. 'We're a tough, hard-nosed team,' Nkamhoua said. 'That's how we play everybody. But knowing they had a lot of freshmen, we knew that if we come in and apply more pressure and be tough and physical, then they would have to deal with it. 'What we were saying before the game is we were going to bring them into the mud with us and make them play a tough, hard-nosed game and see if they were ready for it.' They weren't, and Tennessee's experience - the Vols start four seniors - proved too much for Duke's highly touted freshmen. Santiago Vescovi (6'3''-G-2001, agency: Pro Sports) added 14 points and five assists for Tennessee (25-10), which ended Duke's 10-game winning streak and sent first-year coach Jon Scheyer - charged with replacing Mike Krzyzewski - home after just two NCAA Tournament games. Not sure Coach K could have done anything different to combat these Vols, who used a level of 'bully ball' to send the fifth-seeded Blue Devils (27-9) packing. 'We feel we're at our best when we can do that,' Tennessee coach Rick Barnes said. Nkamhoua made 10 of 13 shots and put an exclamation mark on Tennessee's victory with an emphatic slam with 1:15 remaining. It prompted Vols fans to start chanting and sent Duke fans scrambling for the the exits. 'You have to really work for everything in a game like this,' said Scheyer, whose team turned the ball over 15 times and made just 6 of 22 from 3-point range. 'You have to work to get open.' Tennessee advanced to face Florida Atlantic or Fairleigh Dickinson on Thursday at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Duke didn't handle Tennessee's imposing style very well all afternoon. The Volunteers set the tone early, clearly wanting to push around Kyle Filipowski and get their hands in the faces of guards Jeremy Roach (6'2''-G-2001) and Tyrese Proctor (6'5''-G-2004, college: Duke). Vols big man Uros Plavsic picked up two offensive fouls in the first four minutes, both going against Filipowski. Duke's 7-footer later took an elbow to his face and ended up with a small cut under his left eye. Proctor struggled to inbound the ball several times, getting a five-second call, turning it over once and nearly giving it up again. Roach had even more issues, picking up up his fourth foul with 15 minutes remaining and finishing with five turnovers. 'We prepare for a dogfight every game,' Nkamhoua said. 'When we get people playing our game, it just guarantees that we're going to be in our element.' It helped that the Vols took much better care of the ball than they did in their first-round victory against Louisiana-Lafayette. They turned it over just nine times, half as many as they did Thursday and their fewest since point guard Zakai Zeigler (5'9''-PG) sustained a season-ending knee injury last month. Proctor led Duke with 16 points and six assists. Roach and Filipowski chipped in 13 points apiece. Dereck Lively II was scoreless but had 11 rebounds and two blocks. 'I thought we ran out of gas down the stretch,' Scheyer said. Courtesy of: apnews.com |
| Michigan State basketball reaches Sweet 16 with upset win over Marquette in NCAA tournament - by Eurobasket News |
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Tom Izzo and Michigan State basketball are going back to the Sweet 16. Thanks in part to perhaps the Spartans' best team effort and a 12-minute display of brute force in an absolute fistfight with Marquette. Tyson Walker (6'0''-PG) taking over. A.J. Hoggard (6'4''-G-2000) shaking off foul trouble to set things up. Joey Hauser (6'9''-F-1999) with a critical 3-pointer on a day the outside shots weren't falling. Mady Sissoko (6'9''-C-2000) blocking a pair of shots and Malik Hall gobbling up rebounds. Walker scored 15 points of his 23 points in the final 8:52 as No. 7 seed MSU outlasted an intense performance from No. 2 seed Marquette for a 69-60 victory Sunday night at Nationwide Arena. "We put we put it all together, offensively and defensively. We just played," said Walker, who had seven points in the last 1:16, including his first dunk after a steal with 40 seconds remaining. "We've shown it before, but not not for that long. When it got real close, we stuck together. People just made big shots, we got big rebounds and we just got stops." It sends the Spartans (21-12) on to the Sweet 16 that begins Thursday in New York. MSU faces No. 3 seed Kansas State, a 75-69 winner over No. 6 seed Kentucky on Sunday in Greensboro, North Carolina. The Spartans and KSU Wildcats will tip off at 6:30 p.m. at Madison Square Garden (TBS). Game time and TV network were set to be announced later Sunday night. MSU hadn't escaped the first weekend since its 2019 Final Four run and made the Sweet 16 just that one time in six NCAA tournaments between this season and the Spartans' 2015 appearance. "We've still got some dancing to do," said Izzo, who moves on to his 15th Sweet 16 in his 25th consecutive NCAA tournament. "And we're going to New York. We beat a good team. But I am so proud of these guys for withstanding that. Because I've been in Elite Eight games, I've been in Final Fours - that was as intense and tough a game as I've been in my career." Walker finished 8-for-17 from the field, even though MSU went just 2-for-16 from 3-point range. Hauser had 14 points and 10 rebounds, while Hoggard had 13 points and four assists despite five turnovers - two of his four fouls were charging calls. Sissoko added eight points and 10 rebounds while also finishing with four fouls, and he blocked a pair of shots in the final two minutes. "I'm so glad we got this win," Sissoko said. "It was a tough win, but I'm so glad to get back to the Sweet 16. This program belongs there." Oliver-Maxence Propser had 16 points and Kameron Jones (6'4''-G) added 14 for Marquette (29-6), which hasn't been to the Sweet 16 since making the 2013 Elite Eight. MSU held Golden Eagles leading scorer Tyler Kolek (6'3''-G-2001) to seven points and forced him into six of his team's 16 turnovers, but he added five assists and four rebounds. Oso Ighodaro (6'9''-F) had 10 points and seven boards. Marquette had won 10 straight games and 20 of its past 22 entering Sunday. The Golden Eagles shot just 38.5% and scored their second-fewest points of the season. "Offensively, just not one of our best games," Marquette coach Shaka Smart said. "I think Michigan State's aggressiveness, their physicality, affected us. It was a lot of plays we'd love to have back. But when you're in the NCAA tournament, you can't get plays back. And it's a tough pill to swallow for us." Courtesy of: freep.com |
| Oregon Advances in NIT Behind Bittle's Double-Double - by Carl Berman |
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Eugene, OR - In the Sweet Sixteen of the NIT, the Oregon Ducks faced the University of Central Florida Knights at Matthew Knight Arena. Oregon, a No. 1-seed, started the second half on 14-0 run to quickly put the game out of reach and roll to a with 68-54 win at Matthew Knight Arena in front of 3,019 fans. Sophomore Nate Bittle (7'0''-C-2003) was the Player of the Game producing a double-double with 21 points and 13 rebounds as Oregon advances to the elite eight of the NIT. Central Florida came into the contest with four players averaging double figures in scoring including potential first round draft pick Taylor Hendricks, who has come out of nowhere to make a name for himself over the course of the season. On some draft boards he is considered a NBA lottery selection, but it was guard C.J. Kelly providing the offensive spark for the vising Knights scoring 9 of his 13 points in the first half to give UCF an early 15-9 advantage. Kelly's 13 points was hard to come by as he shot 5-for-15 from the field and 1-for-8 downtown. After a solid start, the Knights went cold for the remainder of the contest, shooting 17 percent on 5-for-30 from downtown and 31 from the field. Oregon took over midway through first half when Keeshawn Barthelemy scored six straight points on floaters and getting to the rack. With the absence of both Will Richardson and Jermaine Couisnard, Barthelemy's role elevated to starting point guard and playing big minutes. The point guard helped to start a 15-3 run by Oregon putting them up 24-18. 7-foot freshman Kel'el Ware provided positive moments off the bench for the Ducks, including a thunderous dunk after rolling to the hoop in a pick and roll situation. He had 6 first half points, shooting 2-for-2 from the field. Ware tallied 11 points for the game on a perfect 3-for-3 and 5-for-7 from the strike. Oregon went into halftime with a 33-24 lead. The Ducks extended their lead behind the talented big, Nate Bittle, who scored or assisted on Oregon's first seven points of the second half. This run would end up being a 14 straight points to give Oregon a 21-point lead with 12 minutes remaining. The 7-foot center has stepped up his level of play, since N'Faly Dante's injury in their final game of the Pac-12 Tournament and has risen his aggressive play, especially on the offensive end of the court. He nearly had a double-double in the first half alone with 11 points and seven rebounds. His 21 points came off 7-for-14 shooting and added 13 rebounds. He the first two games of the NIT he is averaging 19 points and 8 rebounds. The Knights tried to claw their way back into the game by applying full court pressure. They forced Oregon into 18 turnovers and scored 20 points off those turnovers. Relying too much on the 3-point ball ultimately hurt them as the Ducks applied great pressure and forced UCF into tough shots beyond the arc. Also, Quincy Guerrier's defense on Taylor Hendricks (15.3 PPG) was a major factor by holding him to 9 points (3-for-10 FG) on 30 percent shooting. Also the 6-8 Guerrier found his rhythm on the offensive end, scoring 16 points and knocking down a few crucial 3s to prevent the Knights from getting back in the ball game. He added six rebounds and two steals. Oregon's 49 percent shooting proved too much for the Knights as they were doomed with their shootings woes. Oregon (21-14, 12-8) will host in Wisconsin (18-14) on March 21 for a chance to advance to the Final Four of the NIT. UCF's season ends with a record of 19-15 overall and 8-10 in conference play. This article was written by Chad Mart, a correspondent and scout for NetScouts Basketball. |
| Princeton and UCLA Advance at NCAA Tournament in Sacramento - by Carl Berman |
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Sacramento, CA - No. 15-seeded Princeton continued its NCAA Tournament run with another upset, this time getting past No. 7-seed Missouri 78-63. The UCLA Bruins survived a close contest with Northwestern in a 68-63 win. The two teams advance to the Sweet 16 from the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento. What was surprising about Princeton's win was how easy it looked. They got back on defense, stayed in front of Missouri and made it hard for them to penetrate and utterly dominated the boards. It makes you wonder how SEC teams would generally compete against the better Ivy League schools. The two teams shot virtually the same overall from the floor, with Princeton shooting 27-of-62 and Missouri connecting on 25-of-61. The big difference was in rebounding and second chance points. Princeton outrebounded Missouri 44-30 and outscored them in second chance points by an overwhelming 19-2 margin. The only time Missouri led the game was after a Noah Carter three-pointer that gave them a 3-2 lead in the opening minutes. Then Ryan Langborg (6'4''-G) took over, connecting on three early 3's to put Princeton ahead. Langborg, who led Princeton in scoring with 22 points, hit on 4-of-12 from deep in the game. The two teams both went on seven point runs at the end of the half, with Princeton's run giving them a 33-19 lead and Missouri's run cutting their deficit to 33-26 at halftime. Their run gave Missouri hope for the second half, but it was not to be. After Missouri got within 43-37 Princeton's Brock Peters got going. Peters made five three-pointers and scored all of his 17 points in the second half. Helped by four of Peters' 3's, Princeton then went on a 23-8 run to take a 21-point lead at 66-45. That ended any hopes of a Missouri comeback and Princeton coasted to the surprisingly easy win. Princeton's 6-6 Caden Pierce helped them dominate the boards, ending the contest with 16 rebounds, seven of them on the offensive end which helped in their domination in second chance points. There was no question on which Tiger team was the better one today. The second game went according to form as UCLA rallied late for the five-point win. The Bruins got out of the gate well and helped by six straight points from Jaime Jaquez Jr. took a 28-15 lead. They led 35-25 at halftime and seemed in control after an Amari Bailey hoop that gave them a 41-28 lead. Then Northwestern made their run and helped by 11 points from Chase Audige, tied the game at 45. UCLA then scored six straight points and while the Wildcats cut the lead to one point at 51-50, they could not get closer the rest of the way. The Bruins closed the game at the free throw line, making eight straight. UCLA was led by 24 points and eight rebounds from Jaquez Jr.. Bailey added an efficient 14 points on 5-of-7 shooting, making both his three-point attempts, and added six assists. Tyger Campbell had an off-day shooting (0-of-7) but made all 12 of his free throw attempts and added seven assists against no turnovers. UCLA got starting freshman center Adem Bona back for the game. Bona, who separated his shoulder at the Pac-12 tournament, added six points and two blocks in 21 minutes. He added some deflections that resulted in UCLA possessions and helped provide energy on the defensive end. For Northwestern point guard Boo Buie led the way with 17 points while Audige added 16. 7-foot center Matthew Nicholson was impressive, making all seven of his field goal attempts, while scoring 17 points and grabbing nine rebounds. UCLA will play the winner of the TCU-Gonzaga game next, at the West regional in Las Vegas. This article was written by Carl Berman, Managing Partner of NetScouts Basketball. |
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| Tai Wynyard is a newcomer at Rams - by Hugh McAuliffe | ||||
Wynyard has been also a member of New Zealand international program for some years. He has regularly played for New Zealand senior team since 2014 and previously for U19 National Team back in 2017. Wynyard represented New Zealand at the FIBA Oceania Championship eight years ago. His team won Silver. He has played previously professionally also in Australia (Cairns Taipans). Among many awards Wynyard's college team won SEC Tournament in 2017. Wynyard was voted to Eurobasket.com All-World Cup U19 Honorable Mention back in 2017. He attended University of Kentucky until 2018 and it will be his sixth season in pro basketball. |
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| BLNO Round 2 of Quarter-Finals. Gimle, Baerum, Froya and Kongsberg reach Final Four - by Eurobasket News |
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Centrum - Gimle 64-98 Gimle had a 38-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three nailing 18 long-distance shots on high 62.1 percentage. Gimle players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. American forward Dante Thompson (201-1993, college: GBC) notched a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and the former international point guard Reidar Greve (184-2002) supported him with 17 points and 9 rebounds. Five Gimle players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 17 points and 14 rebounds by Serbian forward Petar Kutlesic (206-1994, college: Azusa Pacific) did not help to save the game for Centrum. The former international power forward Johannes Dolven (206-1996, college: Barry) added 16 points and 5 rebounds for the hosts. Centrum's coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Top scorers: Centrum: P.Kutlesic 17+14reb, J.Dolven 16+5reb+1ast, I.Bonhomme 12+3reb+5ast, C.Heggelund 8+4reb+4ast, K.Georgios 5+2reb, P.Dickert 4+3reb+1ast Gimle: D.Thompson 17+10reb+4ast, J.Odfjell 17+10reb+2ast, G.Reidar 17+9reb+3ast, E.Fjaerestad 16+1reb+5ast, M.Kolstad 12+3reb+2ast, M.Osland 8+1ast Baerum Basket - Fyllingen 87-73 American point guard Eric Gilchrese (183-1987, college: UNH) scored 24 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and the former international forward Sjur Dyb Berg (201-1996, college: Alaska-Anch.) chipped in 9 points, 18 rebounds and 4 blocks during the contest. Gilchrese is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Forward Atle Ndiaye (200-1992) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds and American forward Devin Gilligan (196-1993, college: SNHU) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Fyllingen: F.Aidoo 21+1reb+5ast, A.Ndiaye 16+12reb+3ast, N.Skouen 10+2reb+1ast, D.Gilligan 10+14reb+6ast, I.Zvigurs 6+3reb+3ast, P.Bullock 4+3reb+1ast Baerum Basket: E.Gilchrese 24+7reb+6ast, S.Mjoes 19+5reb+6ast, R.Scerbinskis 16+1reb, P.Amar 10+1reb+1ast, S.Dyb Berg 9+18reb+3ast, H.Oscar 6+2reb+2ast Froya Basket - Tromso 96-90 Froya Basket made 28-of-35 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Tromso turnovers. The best player for the winners was Serbian guard Ognjen Nisavic (195-1992) who scored 27 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. American guard John Knight III (190, college: SUU) chipped in 22 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. American forward Billy McDonald (198-1994, college: Caldwell) produced 28 points and Canadian center Cole Long (201, college: Detroit) added 16 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Tromso: B.McDonald 28+3reb+3ast, J.Lange 17+2reb+4ast, C.Long 16+10reb+5ast, P.Radojicic 14+10reb+4ast, H.Lange 4+1reb, A.Solem 3+3reb Froya Basket: O.Nisavic 27+7reb+4ast, D.Stewart 24+4reb+1ast, J.Knight III 22+8reb+4ast, D.Christopher 15+3reb+1ast, J.Samba 5+3reb, L.Jorgen 3+4reb Ammerud Bskt - Kongsberg 70-107 Kongsberg dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Ammerud Bskt's 40. They outrebounded Ammerud Bskt 43-28 including a 35-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. Kongsberg looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Ammerud Bskt's players. The best player for the winners was forward Aly Hudgins (201-1993, college: ECU) who scored 22 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). Croatian Marin Mornar (205-1993, college: LMU) chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field). Four Kongsberg players scored in double figures. Kongsberg's coach felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Swedish swingman Mustafa Dibba (186-1995) produced 30 points and 9 rebounds and Greek guard Andreas Xepapadakis (185-1994) added 14 points respectively for the hosts. Top scorers: Ammerud Bskt: M.Dibba 30+9reb+1ast, A.Xepapadakis 14+4reb+1ast, X.Sewell 10+4reb+2ast, B.Battle 9+6reb+2ast, J.Hjelseth 7+2reb+2ast, U.Michael 0 Kongsberg: M.Mornar 22+8reb+3ast, W.Lybaek 22+4ast, A.Hudgins 22+9reb+4ast, X.Green 14+11reb+6ast, S.Ake 11+2reb+2ast, S.Muller-Landsvik 6+3reb+4ast |
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The 31-year old player had a double-double of 45 points and 17 rebounds, while his team beat NLEX RW (#5, 7-4) 120-106. SM Beermen maintains the 2nd position in Filipino PBA. They are still close to the very top. SM Beermen would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 9-2 record. Clark just recently signed at SM Beermen, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Former The University of Oklahoma star has very solid stats this year. Clark is in league's top in points (7th best: 29.5ppg), rebounds (8th best: 10.9rpg) and averages impressive 59.0% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young American Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (201-F-1995) of league's leader TNT Tropang. Hollis-Jefferson had a very good evening with a double-double of 34 points and 11 rebounds. Of course TNT Tropang cruised to a 114-105 relatively comfortable win over slightly lower-ranked Ginebra Kings (#3, 8-3). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. TNT Tropang consolidated its place in the very top position of the standings. His team belongs to top of the standings with 10-1 record and is considered one of the main candidates for the league title. Hollis-Jefferson is one of the most experienced players at TNT Tropang and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third on the list of top players last round was American forward Brandon Ganuelas-Rosser (201-F-1994) of NLEX RW (#5). Ganuelas-Rosser scored 29 points and grabbed fifteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Ganuelas-Rosser's great performance NLEX RW lost 106-120 to the higher-ranked SM Beermen (#2, 9-2). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing NLEX RW 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 4 lost games. Ganuelas-Rosser has a very solid season. In 11 games in Philippines he scored 15.5ppg. He also has 7.5rpg, 2.1bpg and FGP: 74.2%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Gian Mamuyac (180-G-1999) of Rain or Shine - 23 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Kevin Murphy (197-G-1990) of North Port - 35 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Jaymar Perez (188-G-1993) of SM Beermen - 20 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists 7. Justin Brownlee (197-F-1988) of Ginebra Kings - 27 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Wayne Selden (196-SG-1994) of NLEX RW - 32 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists 9. Moala Tautuaa (200-C-1989) of SM Beermen - 23 points and 12 rebounds 10. Scottie Thompson (188-G-1993) of Ginebra Kings - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 10 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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| Mikolaj Czyz gets MVP of the Week award for Polish 2Liga (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 24-year old had a double-double of 29 points and thirteen rebounds, while his team edged out Gdynia GAK (#13, 6-21) 84-80. Gniezno maintains the 8th position in their group in Polish 2Liga. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Gniezno will need more victories to improve their 16-11 record. In the team's last game Czyz had a remarkable 100.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be Gniezno's top player in his first season with the team. Czyz has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (5th best: 12.1rpg) and averages solid 1.1bpg and 61.0% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young center Krystian Kozluk (205-C-1994) of Zyrardow. Kozluk impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 26 points and 13 rebounds. Of course he led Zyrardow to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Ostrow Mazow. (#10, 9-17) 95-69. Zyrardow's 6th position in group B has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 17-8 record is not bad and everything may still change. Kozluk is a newcomer at Zyrardow 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 Krzysztof Grudzien (196-PF-1992) of Minsk Maz. (#11). Grudzien showcased his all-around game by recording 29 points, eleven rebounds (!!!) and five assists in the last round. He was a key player of Minsk Maz., leading his team to a 105-86 easy win against slightly higher-ranked Ostrow Mazow. (#10, 9-17). Grudzien has a very solid season. In 24 games in Poland he scored 16.9ppg. He also has 8.7rpg and FGP: 55.5%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Dawid Golus (186-G-1999) of Cracovia - 31 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Marcin Flieger (185-G-1984) of Pyra - 41 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Mateusz Zebrok (187-G-2002) of Gdynia GAK - 34 points, 15 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Wojciech Watroba (210-C/F-1997) of Resovia - 24 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Szymon Milczynski (204-C-1993) of Koscian - 21 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Kacper Indyk (200-G) of MKS DG 2 - 32 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Maciej Leszczynski (192-SG-1999) of Zary - 31 points, 10 rebounds and 12 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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| Blakes' 51-point game gives him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 51 points adding four rebounds and six assists for MKS DG as his team lost the game against Legia (#6, 14-9) 86-101. MKS DG maintains the 10th position in Polish league. MKS DG is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. But it was their 13th lost game this season out of 22 games. In the team's last game Blakes had a remarkable 73.3% from 2-point range and got eight three-pointers out of 14 attempts. He turned to be MKS DG's top player in his first season with the team. Gerry Blakes averages this season 19.7ppg. Second best performed player last round was Delano Spencer (193-G-1994) of Sokol. He is American guard in his first season at Sokol. In the last game Spencer recorded impressive 32 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as Sokol lost that game 78-87 to the lower-ranked Astoria (8-15). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Sokol keeps 11th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 8-15 record. Spencer is a newcomer at Sokol and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to forward Aric Holman (208-F/C-1997) of Legia (#6). Holman scored 29 points and grabbed eight rebounds. He was a key player of Legia, leading his team to a 101-86 easy win against the lower-ranked MKS DG (#10, 9-13). Legia needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 14 victories and 9 lost games. Holman has a very solid season. In 4 games in Poland he scored 16.3ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Scoochie Smith (188-G-1994) of Start - 18 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists 5. Dusan Kutlesic (200-SG-1994) of Zastal - 17 points, 4 rebounds and 10 assists 6. Travis Leslie (193-F/G-1990) of Legia - 20 points and 5 rebounds 7. Earl Rowland (189-PG-1983) of GTK - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists 8. Kamari Murphy (206-F-1993) of GTK - 17 points, 14 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Przemyslaw Zolnierewicz (196-G/F-1995) of Zastal - 19 points, 2 rebounds and 8 assists 10. Klavs Cavars (208-C-1996) of Start - 14 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| EBL Round 23: Stal lose to Trefl - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game between third ranked Stal (16-7) and fourth ranked Trefl (16-6) was the most important one in the last round on Saturday night. Stal was defeated by Trefl in a tough game in Ostrow Wlkp. 79-84. The former international Michal Kolenda (202-1997) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points and 6 rebounds. The former international Jaroslaw Zyskowski (203-1992) contributed with 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Latvian guard Aigars Skele (193-1992) answered with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists for Stal. Trefl moved-up to third place. Stal at the other side dropped to the fourth position with seven games lost. Trefl are looking forward to face Enea Zastal (#7) in Zielona Gora in the next round. Stal will play on the road against Suzuki Arka in Gdynia and is hoping to win this game. The game in Slupsk was also worth to mention about. Third ranked Wilki Morskie (17-6) played at the court of 7th ranked Czarni (12-11). Wilki Morskie did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 83-66. It was a great evening for American-Belizean power forward Phil Fayne II (206-1997, college: Illinois St.) who led his team to a victory scoring 17 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Zac Cuthbertson helped adding 18 points and 4 steals. Wilki Morskie's coach Arkadiusz Miloszewski allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American guard Brae Ivey (188-1997, college: SJSU, agency: Octagon Europe) responded with 18 points. Wilki Morskie have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Czarni at the other side dropped to the eighth position with 11 games lost. Wilki Morskie will play against bottom-ranked Twarde Pierniki (#16) in Torun in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Czarni will play at home against Spojnia (#5) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Eleventh-ranked Suzuki Arka (8-15) used its home court advantage to challenge fifth ranked Spojnia (14-9) in Gdynia on Sunday. The visitors from Stargard managed to secure only one-point victory 77-76. However their fans expected much easier game. It was an exceptional evening for Karol Gruszecki who led the winners and scored 19 points and 8 rebounds. Novak Music came up with 18 points and 5 rebounds for Suzuki Arka in the defeat. Suzuki Arka's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Spojnia maintains fifth place with 14-9 record. Loser Suzuki Arka keeps the eleventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Spojnia will meet Czarni (#8) in the next round. Suzuki Arka will play against Stal and hope to secure a win. There were no big surprises in other games of round 23: MKS DG was beaten by Legia on the road 101-86. Zastal won against GTK on its own court 100-89. Slask outscored Start in Wroclaw 100-70. Astoria managed to beat Sokol at home 87-78. Bottom-ranked Twarde Pierniki was defeated by Anwil on the opponent's court 86-79. Start smashed Twarde Pierniki in a home game 104-83. The most impressive performance of 23th round was 14 points and 8 rebounds by Klavs Cavars of Start. Czarni - King 66-83 The game in Slupsk was also worth to mention about. Third ranked Wilki Morskie (17-6) played at the court of 7th ranked Czarni (12-11). Wilki Morskie did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 83-66. Wilki Morskie dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Czarni's 28 and made 19-of-25 charity shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Wilki Morskie forced 19 Czarni turnovers. It was a great evening for American-Belizean power forward Phil Fayne II (206-1997, college: Illinois St.) who led his team to a victory scoring 17 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). American forward Zac Cuthbertson (201-1996, college: Coastal) helped adding 18 points and 4 steals. Four Wilki Morskie players scored in double figures. Wilki Morskie's coach Arkadiusz Miloszewski allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American guard Brae Ivey (188-1997, college: SJSU, agency: Octagon Europe) responded with 18 points and the former international power forward Pawel Leonczyk (205-1986) scored 12 points and 6 rebounds. Wilki Morskie have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Czarni at the other side dropped to the eighth position with 11 games lost. Wilki Morskie will play against bottom-ranked Twarde Pierniki (#16) in Torun in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Czarni will play at home against Spojnia (#5) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: King: Z.Cuthbertson 18+4reb+2ast, P.Fayne II 17+7reb+1ast, F.Matczak 12+2reb+6ast, T.Meier 12+4reb+1ast, A.Mazurczak 9+2reb+4ast, K.Borowski 7+3reb+2ast Czarni: B.Ivey 18+2reb+3ast, P.Leonczyk 12+6reb, J.Schenk 10+3reb, B.Jankowski 7+1reb, J.Musial 6+3reb+2ast, D.DiLeo 6+5reb+5ast Legia - MKS DG 101-86 No shocking result in a game when sixth ranked Legia (13-9) beat 10th ranked MKS DG (9-12) in Warszawa 101-86 on Sunday. Legia looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American players dominated the game. It was an exceptional evening for power forward Aric Holman (208-1997, college: MSU) who led the winners and scored 29 points and 8 rebounds. Swingman Travis Leslie (193-1990, college: Georgia) accounted for 20 points and 5 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winning side. Four Legia players scored in double figures. Gerry Blakes (183-1993, college: Arizona St., agency: BIG) came up with 51 points (!!!) and 6 assists and guard Trevon Bluiett (198-1994, college: Xavier) added 12 points and 6 rebounds respectively for MKS DG in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Legia maintains sixth place with 13-9 record. MKS DG lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the tenth position with 12 games lost. Legia will meet at home Start (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. MKS DG will play against Anwil in Wloclawek and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Legia: A.Holman 29+8reb+3ast, T.Leslie 20+5reb+1ast, J.Berzins 15+2reb+1ast, K.Vinales 12+2reb+4ast, G.Kaminski 9+2reb+5ast, B.Garrett 5+4reb MKS DG: G.Blakes 51+4reb+6ast, T.Bluiett 12+6reb+2ast, J.Mokros 8+5reb+1ast, M.Kucharek 7+7reb+1ast, M.Krampelj 3+5reb, M.Piechowicz 3+4reb+3ast Zastal - GTK 100-89 Very expected game when 14th ranked GTK (7-15) lost to eighth ranked Enea Zastal (13-10) in Zielona Gora 89-100 on Thursday. Enea Zastal looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Serbian Dusan Kutlesic (200-1994) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 assists. The former international swingman Przemyslaw Zolnierewicz (196-1995) accounted for 19 points and 8 assists for the winning side. Bulgarian-American point guard Earl Rowland (189-1983, college: St.Mary's, CA) came up with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists and American forward Kamari Murphy (206-1993, college: Miami, FL) added 17 points and 14 rebounds respectively for GTK in the defeat. 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. Enea Zastal moved-up to seventh place. Loser GTK dropped to the fifteenth position with 15 games lost. Enea Zastal will meet higher ranked Trefl (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. GTK will play against Sokol (#11) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Zastal: P.Zolnierewicz 19+2reb+8ast, D.Kutlesic 17+4reb+10ast, B.Alford 15+1reb+2ast, A.Zecevic 14+5reb+3ast, A.Hadzibegovic 14+4reb+1ast, S.Wojcik 12+5reb+2ast GTK: E.Rowland 21+5reb+9ast, M.Richardson 20+5reb+3ast, K.Murphy 17+14reb+2ast, F.Put 15+1reb+3ast, M.Szlachetka 11+2reb, S.Ryzek 5+2reb+1ast Start - Slask 70-100 Very predictable result when second ranked WKS Slask (17-5) rolled over 13th ranked Start (8-15) in Lublin 100-70 on Friday. WKS Slask shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 52.0 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Start's players. It was an exceptional evening for Serbian guard Vasa Pusica (196-1995, college: Northeastern) who led the winners and scored 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. American point guard Jeremiah Martin (189-1996, college: Memphis) accounted for 14 points and 6 assists for the winning side. Four WKS Slask players scored in double figures. American guard Scoochie Smith (188-1994, college: Dayton) came up with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists and the other American import guard Gabe DeVoe (191-1995, college: Clemson, agency: Octagon Europe) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Start 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. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader. Loser Start dropped to the eleventh place with 15 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. WKS Slask will meet at home Enea Astoria (#14) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Start will play against Legia in Warszawa and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Slask: V.Pusica 14+6reb+5ast, J.Martin 14+3reb+6ast, A.Dziewa 14+5reb+1ast, J.Niziol 13+3reb+1ast, D.Golebiowski 12+3reb+3ast, J.Karolak 9+4reb+1ast Start: S.Smith 18+6reb+10ast, G.DeVoe 14+5reb, C.Melvin 13+2reb+2ast, M.Krasuski 7, K.Cavars 6+3reb+1ast, K.Mlynarski 5+4reb Astoria - Sokol 87-78 There was a minor upset when 11th ranked Sokol (8-15) lost to fourteenth ranked Enea Astoria (8-15) in Bydgoszcz 78-87 on Saturday. It was an exceptional evening for Canadian forward Nathan Cayo (201-1997, college: Richmond) who led the winners and scored 21 points. The former international guard Daniel Szymkiewicz (195-1994) accounted for 10 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. Four Enea Astoria players scored in double figures. American guard Delano Spencer (193-1994, college: Tennessee St.) came up with 32 points and the other American import forward Corey Sanders (188-1997, college: Rutgers) added 22 points respectively for Sokol in the defeat. Sokol's coach Marek Lukomski rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Enea Astoria moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Sokol. Enea Astoria will meet league's leader WKS Slask in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sokol will play against GTK (#15) in Gliwice and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Astoria: N.Cayo 21+2reb+2ast, M.Smith 15+2reb+3ast, B.Simons 11+2reb+2ast, D.Szymkiewicz 10+9reb+3ast, M.Henry 8+4reb+2ast, P.Petrilevicius 7+6reb+2ast Sokol: D.Spencer 32+3reb+3ast, C.Sanders 22+3reb+3ast, R.Thornton 8+5reb, F.Struski 6+4reb, A.Kemp 6+6reb+5ast, M.Brek 4+1reb Stal - Trefl 79-84 The game between third ranked Stal (16-7) and fourth ranked Trefl (16-6) was the most important one in the last round on Saturday night. Stal was defeated by Trefl in a tough game in Ostrow Wlkp. 79-84. The former international Michal Kolenda (202-1997) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points and 6 rebounds. The former international Jaroslaw Zyskowski (203-1992) contributed with 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Latvian guard Aigars Skele (193-1992) answered with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and Montenegrin Nemanja Djurisic (202-1992, college: Georgia) added 11 points and 12 rebounds in the effort for Stal. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Trefl moved-up to third place. Stal at the other side dropped to the fourth position with seven games lost. Trefl are looking forward to face Enea Zastal (#7) in Zielona Gora in the next round. Stal will play on the road against Suzuki Arka in Gdynia and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Trefl: M.Kolenda 22+6reb+3ast, J.Zyskowski 18+8reb+2ast, R.Freimanis 17+5reb+2ast, A.Pluta 12+4ast, I.Radic 8+9reb+2ast, J.Malesa 3+2reb+1ast Stal: A.Skele 21+6reb+8ast, J.Garbacz 14+2reb+1ast, A.Thomas 13+4reb+2ast, N.Djurisic 11+12reb+3ast, D.Kulig 10+3reb, M.Zebski 7+6reb+2ast Anwil - Twarde Pierniki 86-79 Everything went according to plan when ninth ranked Anwil (10-12) defeated bottom-ranked Twarde Pierniki (4-18) in Wloclawek 86-79 on Sunday. Anwil made 25-of-31 free shots (80.6 percent) during the game, while Twarde Pierniki only scored nine points from the stripe. Anwil forced 19 Twarde Pierniki turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was an exceptional evening for the former international point guard Kamil Laczynski (183-1989) who led the winners and scored 13 points and 7 assists. American Victor Sanders (196-1995, college: Idaho) accounted for 15 points for the winning side. Anwil's coach Przemyslaw Frasunkiewicz used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard Sterling Gibbs (188-1993, college: UConn) came up with 24 points and the other American import guard Tayler Persons (191-1995, college: Ball St.) added 14 points, 10 assists and 4 steals respectively for Twarde Pierniki in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Anwil maintains ninth place with 10-12 record. Twarde Pierniki lost their sixth game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 18 games lost. Anwil will meet at home MKS DG (#10) in the next round. Twarde Pierniki will play against the league's second-placed Wilki Morskie (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Anwil: V.Sanders 15+2reb+3ast, M.Williams 14+5reb+1ast, K.Laczynski 13+3reb+7ast, M.Nowakowski 13+5reb+1ast, L.Moore 9+1reb+5ast, J.Sobin 6+2reb Twarde Pierniki: S.Gibbs 24+3reb+2ast, T.Persons 14+4reb+10ast, J.Brunk 13+6reb, D.Walton 10+3reb, S.Kenic 7+5reb+2ast, A.Cel 5+4reb+1ast Arka - Spojnia 76-77 Eleventh-ranked Suzuki Arka (8-15) used its home court advantage to challenge fifth ranked Spojnia (14-9) in Gdynia on Sunday. The visitors from Stargard managed to secure only one-point victory 77-76. However their fans expected much easier game. It was an exceptional evening for the former international swingman Karol Gruszecki (198-1989, college: UT Arlington) who led the winners and scored 19 points and 8 rebounds. American point guard Courtney Fortson (180-1988, college: Arkansas) accounted for 11 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side. Serbian point guard Novak Music (188-1998, agency: BeoBasket) came up with 18 points and 5 rebounds and center Adrian Bogucki (215-1999) added 15 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Suzuki Arka in the defeat. Four Suzuki Arka players scored in double figures. Suzuki Arka's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Spojnia maintains fifth place with 14-9 record. Loser Suzuki Arka keeps the eleventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Spojnia will meet Czarni (#8) in the next round. Suzuki Arka will play against Stal and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Spojnia: K.Gruszecki 19+8reb+3ast, J.Mathews 14+1ast, C.Fortson 11+5reb+6ast, D.Grudzinski 9+7reb, A.Brenk 7+1reb+1ast, P.Kikowski 6+3reb+1ast Arka: N.Music 18+5reb+2ast, A.Bogucki 15+7reb+1ast, D.Wilczek 12+3reb, T.Wade 10+7reb+1ast, B.Woloszyn 7+3reb+1ast, J.Florence 5+2reb+6ast Start - Twarde Pierniki 104-83 There was no surprise when 16th ranked Twarde Pierniki (4-18) was outleveled by thirteenth ranked Start (8-15) in Lublin 104-83 on Tuesday. Start dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Twarde Pierniki's 38. They outrebounded Twarde Pierniki 42-20 including a 33-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Start looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Latvian center Klavs Cavars (208-1996) who led the winners and scored 14 points and 8 rebounds (perfect from the field making all six shots). Lithuanian center Benas Griciunas (210-1994, college: EWU) accounted for 16 points and 8 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winning side. Start's coach Artur Gronek felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard Tayler Persons (191-1995, college: Ball St.) came up with 20 points and 9 assists and the other American import guard Sterling Gibbs (188-1993, college: UConn) added 26 points respectively for Twarde Pierniki in the defeat. Five Start and four Twarde Pierniki players scored in double figures. Start moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Twarde Pierniki lost their sixth game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 18 games lost. Start will meet higher ranked Legia (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Twarde Pierniki will play against the league's second-placed Wilki Morskie (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Start: G.DeVoe 18+4reb+3ast, C.Melvin 16+6reb+3ast, B.Griciunas 16+8reb+1ast, K.Cavars 14+8reb+3ast, M.Dziemba 12+1reb+4ast, S.Smith 10+5reb+7ast Twarde Pierniki: S.Gibbs 26+1reb+3ast, T.Persons 20+4reb+9ast, D.Walton 12+8reb+1ast, S.Kenic 11+3reb+2ast, K.Gordon 5+3ast, J.Brunk 4+1reb |
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The games are now more important than at the beginning of the Regular Season. We may still expect few shocking results in upcoming 4 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Fifth-ranked AZS UMK (18-8) gave a tough game to second ranked Notec Inowr. (22-5) in Inowroclaw on Saturday. Notec Inowr. managed to secure only one-point victory 86-85. However their fans expected easier game. Strangely AZS UMK outrebounded Notec Inowr. 41-27 including a 33-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Point guard Aleksander Filipiak (185-1990) scored 16 points, 6 assists and 5 steals to lead the charge for the winners and swingman Mateusz Stanczuk (194-2000) chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Arkadiusz Kobus (196-1986) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 14 rebounds and 7 assists. Notec Inowr. have an impressive 14-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 22-5 record behind leader AZS AWF Mick., which they share with Koscian and Przemysl. AZS UMK at the other side keeps the fifth place with eight games lost. Notec Inowr. is looking forward to face AMW Gdynia (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. AZS UMK will play against Trefl 2 (#14) in Sopot and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. Very important is a home loss of third ranked Tarnovia (19-7) against tenth ranked Pabianice (11-16) on Saturday night. Host Tarnovia was defeated by Pabianice in Tarnowo Podgorne 78-66. Point guard Szymon Gralewski (179-2001) notched 23 points, 8 assists and 5 steals to lead the effort and Sebastian Szymanski supported him with 11 points and 10 rebounds. Even 19 points and 7 rebounds by forward Seweryn Sroczynski (195-1995) did not help to save the game for Tarnovia. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Newly promoted Pabianice maintains tenth position with 11-16 record, which they share with WKK 2. Tarnovia at the other side keeps the third place with seven games lost. They share the position with Lowicz. Pabianice will play against Trefl 2 (#14) in Sopot in the next round. Tarnovia will play on the road against Gdynia GAK (#13) and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game between Top Four teams took place in Przemysl. Second-ranked host Przemysl (22-5) lost to top-ranked Mickiewicz (27-0) 94-84. The best player for the winners was Lukasz Klaczek who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds. Max Egner produced a double-double by scoring 27 points and 13 rebounds for the hosts. Przemysl's coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Undefeated Mickiewicz have an impressive 27-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 27-0 record. Loser Przemysl keeps the second place with five games lost. They share the position with Koscian and Notec Inowr.. Mickiewicz will meet Cracovia (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Przemysl will play against Gliwice 2 (#12) and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 26: Klodzko lost to Koscian on the opponent's court 73-80. Minsk Maz. outscored Ostrow Mazow. in a home game 105-86. Gliwice 2 recorded a loss to Bielsko-Biala on the road 80-68. LKS Lodz 2 was defeated by Ogniwo Szcz. on its own court 81-86. AMW Gdynia was beaten by Zgierz in a road game 89-82. Trefl 2 was destroyed by LKS Lodz at home 65-105. Gdynia GAK unfortunately lost to Gniezno on the opponent's court 80-84. Lowicz managed to beat Pyra in a home game 94-89. Energa W-wa crushed Minsk Maz. on the road 121-78. Zyrardow smashed Ostrow Mazow. on its own court 95-69. AZS UJK lost to Legia 2 in Warszawa 58-66. Pruszkow outscored Isetia W-wa at home 93-68. Radom Kolejarz managed to beat Lublin on the opponent's court 78-75. Legionowo was defeated by Tur Bielsk Pdl. in a home game 78-89. Ochota W-wa was smashed by Zubry on the road 89-49. Gliwice 2 was destroyed by UR Krakow on its own court 65-112. Czeladz unfortunately lost to Bielsko-Biala in a road game 79-97. Wisla Krakow recorded a loss to Tarn.Gory at home 65-79. AGH 2 was crushed by MKS DG 2 on the opponent's court 97-78. AZS PCz was smashed by Rybnik in a home game 62-86. Tychy 2 was destroyed by Resovia on the road 112-55. Iskra Cz unfortunately lost to Cracovia on its own court 76-89. Katy Wroc. recorded a loss to Zary in a road game 71-83. SKM ZG crushed Stal Ostrow 2 at home 99-67. Olesnica was beaten by Slask 3 on the opponent's court 79-62. Siechnice lost to Sudety in a home game 62-75. Gorzow was outscored by Prudnik on the road 59-106. WKK 2 managed to beat Gimbasket on its own court 85-76. Miedzychod defeated Katowice KS 27 in a road game 72-60. Gdynia GAK beat Ogniwo Szcz. at home 85-83. Lublin was destroyed by Legionowo on the opponent's court 108-67. The most impressive stats of the last round was 18 points and 5 assists by Piotr Lucka of Bielsko-Biala. Koscian - Klodzko 80-73 Very expected game when 9th ranked Klodzko (13-14) was defeated on the road by fourth ranked Koscian (22-5) 80-73 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was center Szymon Milczynski (204-1993) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Mateusz Kaczmarek (186-1997) chipped in 24 points. Guard Rafal Wojciechowski (192-1985) produced a triple-double by scoring 12 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists and guard Michal Weiss (188-1982) added 23 points and 5 assists respectively for the guests. Koscian have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Notec Inowr. and Przemysl. Loser Klodzko dropped to the eighth position with 14 games lost. They share it with MKS DG 2. Koscian will meet Olesnica (#13) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Klodzko will play against Siechnice (#14) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Koscian: M.Kaczmarek 24+4reb+3ast, S.Milczynski 21+16reb+4ast, S.Kiszka 10+3reb+2ast, B.Kin 8+6reb+5ast, D.Jeremiasz 7+2reb, A.Nawrocki 6 Klodzko: M.Weiss 23+3reb+5ast, L.Makarczuk 12+5reb+1ast, R.Wojciechowski 12+10reb+10ast, N.Kuba 8+5reb+2ast, M.Podejko 6+8reb+1ast, B.Jakub 5+1ast Minsk Maz. - Ostrow Mazow. 105-86 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Minsk Mazowiecki where eleventh ranked Minsk Maz. (8-18) smashed 10th ranked Ostrow Mazow. (9-17) 105-86 on Wednesday. Minsk Maz. dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Ostrow Mazow.'s 46 and made 19-of-20 free shots (95.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Ostrow Mazow. 33-21 including 26 on the defensive glass. Minsk Maz. looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. The best player for the winners was Krzysztof Grudzien (196-1992) who had a double-double by scoring 29 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). Forward Rafal Krol (197-1987) chipped in 27 points and 4 assists. Power forward Mateusz Zozun (203-2000) produced 21 points and 4 assists and point guard Mateusz Laczynski (185-2000) added 16 points and 6 assists respectively for the guests. Four Ostrow Mazow. players scored in double figures. Ostrow Mazow.'s coach Marek Lodyga rotated twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Newly promoted Minsk Maz. maintains eleventh position with 8-18 record, which they share with Olesnica. Ostrow Mazow. lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with 17 games lost. Minsk Maz. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Ostrow Mazow. will play against the league's second-placed Energa W-wa (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Minsk Maz.: K.Grudzien 29+11reb+5ast, R.Krol 27+3reb+4ast, Z.Jakub 25+4reb+5ast, S.Okola 9+6reb+2ast, C.Mateusz 6+3reb+3ast, W.Filip 5+2reb+2ast Ostrow Mazow.: M.Zozun 21+4reb+4ast, P.Lysiak 19+4reb, L.Mateusz 16+4reb+6ast, J.Brandys 10+3ast, K.Maciej 6, M.Lopacinski 5+4reb+1ast Bielsko-Biala - Gliwice 2 80-68 Not a big story in a game when 12th ranked Gliwice 2 (8-20) was defeated on the road by fifth ranked Bielsko-Biala (20-8) 80-68 on Wednesday. Bielsko-Biala looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was Piotr Lucka (194-1996) who scored 18 points and 5 assists. Center Jakub Fenrych (199-1993) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds. Four Bielsko-Biala players scored in double figures. Power forward Kajetan Misztal (198-2007) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds and Filip Maciejewski (192-2005) added 17 points and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Bielsko-Biala have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 20-8 record. Gliwice 2 lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with 20 games lost. Bielsko-Biala will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Gliwice 2 will play against Tarn.Gory (#9) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Bielsko-Biala: P.Lucka 18+3reb+5ast, W.Zub 16+3reb+2ast, M.Kocma 10+3reb+4ast, J.Fenrych 10+10reb+2ast, S.Lukasiak 7+4reb+1ast, J.Oskar 7+2reb+4ast Gliwice 2: M.Filip 17+1reb+4ast, M.Kajetan 12+14reb, M.Pawel 7+2reb+1ast, J.Mikolaj 7+3reb+2ast, K.Karol 7+1reb+1ast, G.Samuel 4+3reb+3ast Group ALKS Lodz 2 - Ogniwo Szcz. 81-86Everything went according to plan when eleventh ranked Ogniwo Szcz. (9-18) beat on the road 15th ranked LKS Lodz 2 (4-22) 86-81 on Sunday. Ogniwo Szcz. forced 21 LKS Lodz 2 turnovers and outrebounded them 48-30 including 18 on the offensive glass. The best player for the winners was center Karol Pytys (202-1985) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 16 rebounds. Guard Michal Chmurzewski (180-2004) chipped in 16 points and 7 assists. Maksymilian Gajek (185-2004) produced 17 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Szymon Rekos (190-2004) added 12 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Ogniwo Szcz. maintains eleventh position with 9-18 record, which they share with Gorzow. LKS Lodz 2 lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fifteenth place with 22 games lost. Ogniwo Szcz. will meet at home TKM Wloclawek (#16) in the next round where they are favorite. LKS Lodz 2 will play against AZS UMK in Torun and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Ogniwo Szcz.: K.Pytys 24+16reb+2ast, C.Michal 16+7ast, K.Kacper 14+4reb, S.Bartosz 11+8reb+3ast, N.Eryk 10+5reb+3ast, P.Wiktor 6+12reb+1ast LKS Lodz 2: G.Maksymilian 17+5reb+5ast, K.Kacper 14+3reb+3ast, R.Szymon 12+8reb+5ast, K.Tomasz 11+4reb+2ast, A.Adrian 11+1reb+1ast, Y.Mykyta 9+7reb+1ast Notec Inowr. - AZS UMK 86-85 Fifth-ranked AZS UMK (18-8) gave a tough game to second ranked Notec Inowr. (22-5) in Inowroclaw on Saturday. Notec Inowr. managed to secure only one-point victory 86-85. However their fans expected easier game. Strangely AZS UMK outrebounded Notec Inowr. 41-27 including a 33-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Point guard Aleksander Filipiak (185-1990) scored 16 points, 6 assists and 5 steals to lead the charge for the winners and swingman Mateusz Stanczuk (194-2000) chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Arkadiusz Kobus (196-1986) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 14 rebounds and 7 assists and guard Pawel Sowinski (190-2005) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists. Five Notec Inowr. and four AZS UMK players scored in double figures. Notec Inowr. have an impressive 14-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 22-5 record behind leader AZS AWF Mick., which they share with Koscian and Przemysl. AZS UMK at the other side keeps the fifth place with eight games lost. Notec Inowr. is looking forward to face AMW Gdynia (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. AZS UMK will play against Trefl 2 (#14) in Sopot and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. Top scorers: Notec Inowr.: A.Filipiak 16+1reb+6ast, R.Nelson 16+3reb+2ast, M.Stanczuk 14+8reb, P.Robak 12+3reb+3ast, M.Grod 10+5reb+3ast, L.Bodych 9+3reb+3ast AZS UMK: S.Wit 22+5reb+2ast, A.Kobus 20+14reb+7ast, S.Pawel 16+13reb+6ast, L.Hubert 16+6reb, K.Mackiewicz 6+2reb+1ast, A.Ndashimye 2 Zgierz - AMW Gdynia 89-82 There was no surprise when 11th ranked AMW Gdynia (8-19) was defeated on the road by ninth ranked Zgierz (14-13) 89-82 on Saturday. Zgierz dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to AMW Gdynia's 26. They outrebounded AMW Gdynia 37-23 including a 26-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. Zgierz looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was Ukrainian point guard Aleksander Szczerbatiuk (176-1996) who scored 27 points and 6 assists (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field). Naturalized British forward Sebastian Ferenc (206-1995, college: Missouri S&T) chipped in 19 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Stefan Marchlewski (184-1998, college: Morrisville St.) produced 25 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists and point guard Adam Wasowicz (186-1998) added 15 points and 4 assists respectively for the guests. AMW Gdynia's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Newly promoted Zgierz maintains ninth position with 14-13 record. AMW Gdynia at the other side, also newcomer in the league, dropped to the twelfth place with 19 games lost. Zgierz will meet league's leader LKS Lodz on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. AMW Gdynia will play against the league's second-placed Notec Inowr. (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Zgierz: A.Szczerbatiuk 27+4reb+6ast, S.Ferenc 19+7reb+1ast, R.Kowalski 11+1reb+6ast, M.Michal 10+6reb, H.Lewandowski 9+11reb+1ast, M.Cwirko-Godycki 7+3reb AMW Gdynia: S.Marchlewski 25+5reb+7ast, A.Wasowicz 15+4ast, S.Tymoteusz 14+3ast, B.Dawid 9+1reb+1ast, J.Szymanski 7+6reb+4ast, G.Dominik 6+5reb Trefl 2 - LKS Lodz 65-105 No shocking result in a game in Sopot where first ranked LKS Lodz (26-1) outleveled 14th ranked Trefl 2 (6-21) 105-65 on Saturday. LKS Lodz dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Trefl 2's 30. LKS Lodz forced 19 Trefl 2 turnovers and outrebounded them 41-29 including 28 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was point guard Norbert Kulon (187-1992) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 assists (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Bartosz Wrobel (190-1995) chipped in 14 points. Four LKS Lodz players scored in double figures. Guard Bartosz Olechnowicz (185-2003) produced 27 points and power forward Maciej Nagel (200-2005) added 10 points and 10 rebounds respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. LKS Lodz have an impressive 17-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 26-1 record. Trefl 2 lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth place with 21 games lost. They share the position with Czeladz. LKS Lodz will meet at home Zgierz (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Trefl 2 will play against AZS UMK (#5) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: LKS Lodz: N.Kulon 17+2reb+12ast, K.Dominiak 17+3reb, B.Wrobel 14+4reb+3ast, P.Przemyslaw 13+5reb+3ast, J.Gizynski 10+5reb+2ast, K.Karol 9+4reb+1ast Trefl 2: O.Bartosz 27+2reb+1ast, N.Maciej 10+10reb+3ast, G.Filip 6+5reb+1ast, J.Wiktor 5+3reb+4ast, K.Mateusz 4, W.Patryk 4+1reb Tarnovia - Pabianice 66-78 Very important is a home loss of third ranked Tarnovia (19-7) against tenth ranked Pabianice (11-16) on Saturday night. Host Tarnovia was defeated by Pabianice in Tarnowo Podgorne 78-66. Point guard Szymon Gralewski (179-2001) notched 23 points, 8 assists and 5 steals to lead the effort and forward Sebastian Szymanski (194-1998) supported him with 11 points and 10 rebounds. Even 19 points and 7 rebounds by forward Seweryn Sroczynski (195-1995) did not help to save the game for Tarnovia. Power forward Maciej Rostalski (198-1990) added 12 points and 11 rebounds for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Newly promoted Pabianice maintains tenth position with 11-16 record, which they share with WKK 2. Tarnovia at the other side keeps the third place with seven games lost. They share the position with Lowicz. Pabianice will play against Trefl 2 (#14) in Sopot in the next round. Tarnovia will play on the road against Gdynia GAK (#13) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Pabianice: S.Gralewski 23+4reb+8ast, W.Wojciech 20+3reb+1ast, S.Szymanski 11+10reb+3ast, P.Zawadzki 9+8reb+4ast, D.Jedrzejewski 6+1reb, J.Sobolewski 5+4reb Tarnovia: S.Sroczynski 19+7reb, L.Danderfer 14+2reb+1ast, M.Rostalski 12+11reb+1ast, D.Filip 8+7reb+2ast, M.Kurach 6+3reb+2ast, L.Ulchurski 3+4reb+2ast Gniezno - Gdynia GAK 84-80 Very expected game when 13th ranked Gdynia GAK (6-20) was defeated on the road by eighth ranked Gniezno (16-10) 84-80 on Wednesday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Gniezno looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Gdynia GAK's players. The best player for the winners was power forward Mikolaj Czyz (205-1998) who had a double-double by scoring 29 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists (on 12-of-13 shooting from the field). Piotr Lesniczak (203-1999) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Mateusz Zebrok (187-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 15 rebounds and guard Alan Duda (186-2004) added 13 points and 5 assists respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Gniezno moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Pyra. Newly promoted Gdynia GAK keeps the thirteenth position with 20 games lost. They share it with Tychy 2. Gniezno will meet at home higher ranked Ksiezak (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Gdynia GAK will play against Tarnovia (#4) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Gniezno: M.Czyz 29+13reb+4ast, P.Lesniczak 19+10reb+4ast, D.Dobrzycki 17+7reb+6ast, U.Tomasz 5+2ast, D.Kotwasinski 5+2reb+4ast, D.Wietrzynski 3+2reb Gdynia GAK: Z.Mateusz 34+15reb+2ast, D.Alan 13+3reb+5ast, M.Babinski 12+2reb, W.Kacper 8+4reb+2ast, Z.Cezary 8+2reb+2ast, C.Dawid 3 Lowicz - Pyra 94-89 Rather predictable result in Lowicz where fourth ranked Ksiezak (19-7) defeated 6th ranked Pyra (16-10) 94-89 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was point guard Jakub Stanios (180-1994) who scored 28 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. Center Mateusz Fatz (205-1996) chipped in 20 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Four Ksiezak players scored in double figures. Guard Marcin Flieger (185-1984) produced 41 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds and Przemyslaw Szymanski (198-1984) added 15 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the guests. Pyra's coach Tomasz Semmler rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Ksiezak have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Tarnovia. Loser Pyra dropped to the seventh position with ten games lost. They share it with Gniezno. Ksiezak will meet Gniezno (#8) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Pyra will play against SMS PZKosz in Wladyslawowo and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Lowicz: J.Stanios 28+7reb+8ast, M.Fatz 20+8reb+1ast, K.Nataniel 18+3reb, K.Kacper 11+9reb+5ast, D.Nieporecki 7+2reb, M.Kasinski 5+5reb+2ast Pyra: M.Flieger 41+6reb+2ast, P.Szymanski 15+9reb+1ast, P.Patryk 11+2ast, G.Marcel 8+3reb+2ast, W.Szymon 7+1ast, R.Janczyk 3+1reb+1ast Group BMinsk Maz. - Energa W-wa 78-121Not a big story in a game in Minsk Mazowiecki where 11th ranked Minsk Maz. (8-18) was rolled over by second ranked Energa W-wa (22-3) 121-78 on Saturday. Energa W-wa dominated down low during the game scoring 74 of its points in the paint compared to Minsk Maz.'s 46. Energa W-wa forced 25 Minsk Maz. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 17 passes made by Minsk Maz.'s players. The best player for the winners was Norman Zuber (194-1994) who scored 19 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals. Guard Jakub Osinski (190-2005) chipped in 19 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Five Energa W-wa players scored in double figures. Guard Jakub Zablocki (186-2004) produced 20 points and 6 assists and Krzysztof Grudzien (196-1992) added 18 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Energa W-wa have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 22-3 record behind leader AZS AWF Mick. Minsk Maz. lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the eleventh place with 18 games lost. They share the position with Olesnica. Energa W-wa will meet Ostrow Mazow. (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Minsk Maz. will have a break next round. Top scorers: Energa W-wa: G.Malewski 20+5reb+3ast, O.Jakub 19+6reb+6ast, N.Zuber 19+7reb+5ast, S.Jakub 18+6reb+1ast, G.Mateusz 14+3reb+3ast, D.Tokarski 14+2reb+4ast Minsk Maz.: Z.Jakub 20+3reb+6ast, K.Grudzien 18+6reb+2ast, C.Mateusz 15+7reb, S.Kacper 8+1reb+1ast, S.Okola 6+3reb+1ast, L.Jan 4+1reb+1ast Zyrardow - Ostrow Mazow. 95-69 Everything went according to plan when sixth ranked Zyrardow (17-8) outscored at home 10th ranked Ostrow Mazow. (9-17) 95-69 on Saturday. Zyrardow dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Ostrow Mazow.'s 36. Zyrardow forced 25 Ostrow Mazow. turnovers and outrebounded them 46-32 including a 19-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Zyrardow looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Ostrow Mazow.'s players. The best player for the winners was center Krystian Kozluk (205-1994) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points, 13 rebounds and 8 assists (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field). Forward Damian Orebski (196-1997) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. Zyrardow's coach Piotr Sochacki felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Power forward Mateusz Zozun (203-2000) produced 17 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Jakub Brandys (181-1999) added 18 points respectively for the guests. Zyrardow maintains sixth position with 17-8 record. Ostrow Mazow. lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with 17 games lost. Zyrardow will meet Radom Kolejarz (#9) on the road in the next round. Ostrow Mazow. will play against the league's second-placed Energa W-wa and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Zyrardow: K.Kozluk 26+13reb+8ast, M.Wieczorkowski 23+11reb+1ast, D.Orebski 19+11reb+6ast, S.Krystian 6+2reb+2ast, F.Filip 6+1reb+2ast, M.Lapinski 6+4reb+5ast Ostrow Mazow.: J.Brandys 18+4reb+1ast, M.Zozun 17+6reb+3ast, O.Krystian 11+3reb, P.Lysiak 9+9reb+1ast, L.Mateusz 5+2reb+1ast, F.Tomasz 5+4reb Legia 2 - AZS UJK 66-58 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 14th ranked AZS UJK's (5-21) road loss to thirteenth ranked Legia 2 (6-19) 58-66 on Saturday. Legia 2 outrebounded AZS UJK 49-30 including a 32-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was center Jakub Sadowski (205-2001) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds. Guard Eryk Gasinski (181-2004) chipped in 16 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Legia 2 players scored in double figures. Forward Daniel Piorun (189-2005) produced 18 points and forward Kamil Barnus (197-2003) added 8 points and 11 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Legia 2 moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Ochota W-wa. Loser AZS UJK keeps the fourteenth position with 21 games lost. Legia 2 will meet at home higher ranked Zubry (#3) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. AZS UJK will play against Pisz (#4) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Legia 2: J.Sadowski 19+14reb, G.Eryk 16+8reb+5ast, M.Zarzeczny 12+12reb+4ast, B.Didier-Urbaniak 10+10reb+1ast, B.Mateusz 5+2ast, K.Bartosz 2+2reb+1ast AZS UJK: P.Daniel 18+2reb+3ast, J.Lewandowski 13+5reb+1ast, L.Oskar 9+7reb+1ast, P.Lis 8+1reb+3ast, B.Kamil 8+11reb+1ast, W.Igor 2+1reb Pruszkow - Isetia W-wa 93-68 No shocking result in a game in Pruszkow where first ranked Znicz (23-2) outleveled 7th ranked Isetia W-wa (13-12) 93-68 on Saturday. They outrebounded Isetia W-wa 39-22 including a 29-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Znicz looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Lukasz Bonarek (201-1993, college: MSU-W.Plains) who scored 24 points and 9 rebounds. Hubert Milak (188-1998) chipped in 19 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Four Znicz players scored in double figures. Point guard Jan Grzelinski (180-1994, college: Canisius) produced 15 points and 9 assists and forward Jerzy Kempa (194-2000) added 12 points respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Znicz have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 23-2 record. Loser Isetia W-wa keeps the seventh place with 12 games lost. Znicz will meet at home Lublin (#15) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Isetia W-wa will play against Tur Bielsk Pdl. (#5) in Bielsk Podlaski and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Pruszkow: L.Bonarek 24+9reb+1ast, H.Milak 19+2reb+1ast, B.Proczek 13+6reb+1ast, T.Jozefiak 11+3reb+1ast, K.Czosnowski 10+3reb+6ast, M.Czemerys 8+2reb+1ast Isetia W-wa: J.Grzelinski 15+9ast, K.Jerzy 12+4reb+3ast, D.Groth 12+2reb+1ast, M.Wojtynski 9+5reb+2ast, S.Kus 4+2ast, K.Rogowski 4+2reb+1ast Lublin - Radom Kolejarz 75-78 Very expected game when 15th ranked Lublin (2-23) was edged at home by ninth ranked Radom Kolejarz (9-16) 78-75 on Sunday. Radom Kolejarz looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was swingman Bartlomiej Karolak (199-1992) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 assists. Maciej Parszewski (195-1994) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds. Radom Kolejarz's coach Jakub Stefaniuk used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Center Bartosz Muda (202-1996) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Wiktor Siemianiuk (186-2004) added 20 points respectively for the hosts. Five Radom Kolejarz and four Lublin players scored in double figures. Radom Kolejarz maintains ninth position with 9-16 record. Lublin lost sixteenth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fifteenth place with 23 games lost. Radom Kolejarz will meet at home higher ranked Zyrardow (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Lublin will play against the league's leader Znicz (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Radom Kolejarz: B.Karolak 18+2reb+11ast, M.Parszewski 16+8reb+1ast, A.Garita 13+3reb+2ast, A.Slediuk 10+8reb+1ast, G.Wiktor 10+5reb+1ast, W.Nowak 7+4reb Lublin: S.Wiktor 20+4reb+1ast, G.Piotr 15+3reb+1ast, B.Muda 15+11reb+5ast, L.Jakub 12+8reb, G.Nawrocki 6+4reb+5ast, P.Maciej 4+4reb+3ast Legionowo - Tur Bielsk Pdl. 78-89 Rather predictable result when fourth ranked Tur Bielsk Pdl. (18-7) defeated on the road 8th ranked Legionowo (13-13) 89-78 on Saturday. Tur Bielsk Pdl. made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was point guard Wojciech Jakubiak (188-1996) who scored 25 points. Forward Lukasz Kuczynski (196-1985) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Five Tur Bielsk Pdl. players scored in double figures. Turkish guard Calar Calikan (190-1997) produced 22 points and 4 assists and Przemyslaw Lewandowski (201-1978) added 14 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Despite that victory Tur Bielsk Pdl. went down to fifth position due to points difference. Loser Legionowo dropped to the seventh place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Slask 3. Tur Bielsk Pdl. will meet at home Isetia W-wa (#7) in the next round. Legionowo will play against Ochota W-wa in Warszawa and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Tur Bielsk Pdl.: W.Jakubiak 25+3reb+1ast, L.Kuczynski 18+6reb, P.Karasevich 13+8reb+1ast, A.Weres 11+10reb+2ast, B.Wroblewski 10+3reb+6ast, S.Urbanski 7 Legionowo: C.Calar 22+3reb+4ast, P.Lewandowski 14+7reb+2ast, P.Lapinski 14+7reb, R.Pstrokonski 8+5reb, B.Dorian 8+2reb, P.Sloniewski 8+8reb+2ast Zubry - Ochota W-wa 89-49 Not a big story in a game in Bialystok where 12th ranked Ochota W-wa (6-19) was rolled over by third ranked Zubry (20-6) 89-49 on Saturday. Zubry forced 21 Ochota W-wa turnovers and outrebounded them 42-28 including a 33-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Ochota W-wa's players. The best player for the winners was Andrzej Misiewicz (199-1984, college: Daytona St.) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Michal Bombrych (182-1998) chipped in 9 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. Aleksander Augustynik produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds and Michal Krawczyk (188-2001) added 16 points respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Zubry have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 20-6 record having just two points less than leader AZS AWF Mick. Ochota W-wa lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with 19 games lost. They share the position with Legia 2. Zubry will meet Legia 2 (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ochota W-wa will play against Legionowo and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Zubry: A.Misiewicz 19+10reb+3ast, P.Milewski 15+4reb+1ast, T.Pawel 11+1reb+2ast, M.Rapucha 10+1reb+2ast, K.Pawel 9+2reb+5ast, M.Bombrych 9+5reb+8ast Ochota W-wa: K.Michal 16+1reb+2ast, A.Aleksander 10+12reb+1ast, F.Wojciech 5+2reb+1ast, R.Mikita 4+1reb+1ast, M.Witoslawski 3+1reb, A.Niemyjski 3+1reb+3ast Group CGliwice 2 - UR Krakow 65-112Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked UR Krakow (20-7) outscored on the road 12th ranked Gliwice 2 (8-20) 112-65 on Saturday. UR Krakow dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Gliwice 2's 42 and made 17-of-17 free shots (100 percent !!!) during the game. They outrebounded Gliwice 2 39-26 including a 30-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. UR Krakow looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Gliwice 2's players. The best player for the winners was power forward Patryk Michalowski (198-2001) who scored 21 points and 8 rebounds (perfect from the field making all ten shots !!!). Point guard Artur Wlodarczyk (182-1996) chipped in 14 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Forward Mikolaj Jopek (202-2006) produced 10 points and 6 rebounds and guard Samuel Guslawski (188-2006) added 10 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Five UR Krakow and four Gliwice 2 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. UR Krakow moved-up to third place, which they share with Resovia. Gliwice 2 lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the twelfth position with 20 games lost. UR Krakow will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Gliwice 2 will play against Tarn.Gory (#9) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: UR Krakow: P.Michalowski 21+8reb+2ast, B.Konrad 18+2reb+1ast, M.Szwedo 18+5reb+3ast, M.Jakubek 16+7reb+1ast, M.Pieniazek 14+2reb+6ast, A.Wlodarczyk 14+5reb+7ast Gliwice 2: S.Jeremiasz 11+4reb, J.Mikolaj 10+6reb+3ast, M.Pawel 10+1reb, G.Samuel 10+6reb+2ast, K.Karol 9+2reb+2ast, M.Antoni 8+1reb Bielsko-Biala - Czeladz 97-79 There was no surprise when 13th ranked Czeladz (6-21) was defeated on the road by fifth ranked Bielsko-Biala (20-8) 97-79 on Saturday. Bielsko-Biala looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was point guard Wojciech Zub (181-1995) who scored 31 points and 7 assists. Forward Robert Kozaczka (198-1981) chipped in 9 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Bielsko-Biala's coach Grzegorz Blotko used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Guard Jakub Sciegienny (185-1999) produced 26 points and point guard Artur Donerstag (180-1991) added 12 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Four Czeladz players scored in double figures. Bielsko-Biala have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 20-8 record. Czeladz lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourteenth place with 21 games lost. They share the position with Trefl 2. Bielsko-Biala will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Czeladz will play against Wisla Krakow (#16) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Bielsko-Biala: W.Zub 31+2reb+7ast, G.Szybowicz 14+3reb+1ast, M.Kocma 11+5reb+5ast, S.Lukasiak 10+3reb, R.Kozaczka 9+8reb+7ast, P.Lucka 8+1ast Czeladz: J.Sciegienny 26+1reb+3ast, A.Donerstag 12+6reb+3ast, M.Pawlik 11+2reb+3ast, M.Balcerzak 10+5reb+2ast, M.Wisniewski 7+7reb+3ast, N.Kacper 6+4reb Wisla Krakow - Tarn.Gory 65-79 No shocking result in a game when ninth ranked Tarn.Gory (12-15) won against on the road 16th ranked Wisla Krakow (2-25) 79-65 on Saturday. Tarn.Gory looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Nikodem Kowalski (200-1995) who scored 23 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Dawid Weiss (188-1988) chipped in 4 points and 14 assists. Tarn.Gory's coach Radoslaw Kucinski used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Forward Filip Rerak (198-2002) produced 24 points and 6 rebounds and forward Jan Graniczka (191-1999) added 9 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Tarn.Gory maintains ninth position with 12-15 record. Wisla Krakow lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth place with 25 games lost. They share the position with Gimbasket. Tarn.Gory will meet Gliwice 2 (#12) on the road in the next round. Wisla Krakow will play against Czeladz (#14) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Tarn.Gory: N.Kowalski 23+9reb+2ast, R.Pawel 14+1reb, M.Majcherek 13+5reb+2ast, P.Oliwier 9+2reb+1ast, G.Mikolaj 4+4reb, D.Weiss 4+3reb+14ast Wisla Krakow: R.Filip 24+6reb+2ast, I.Grzegorz 13+2reb+1ast, U.Franciszek 10+2reb+3ast, J.Graniczka 9+7reb+1ast, W.Cezary 4+5reb+6ast, P.Marcol 3+1reb+1ast MKS DG 2 - AGH 2 97-78 Rather expected game in Dabrowa Gornicza where 10th ranked Korona (10-16) was crushed by eighth ranked MKS DG 2 (13-14) 97-78 on Saturday. MKS DG 2 looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Korona's players. The best player for the winners was guard Kacper Indyk (200) who had a double-double by scoring 32 points and 11 rebounds. Guard Kacper Margiciok (191-2003) chipped in a double-double by scoring 23 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Point guard Bartosz Lesniak (176-2006) produced 24 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and center Michal Spinczyk (201-2000) added 16 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the guests. Five Korona players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. MKS DG 2 maintains eighth position with 13-14 record, which they share with Klodzko. Loser Korona keeps the tenth place with 16 games lost. They share the position with Iskra Cz. MKS DG 2 will meet Tarn.Gory (#9) in the next round. Korona will play against AZS PC and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: MKS DG 2: I.Kacper 32+11reb+2ast, M.Kacper 23+12reb+4ast, D.Boryka 13+4reb+7ast, B.Maksymilian 9+1reb+1ast, D.Kacper 6+4reb+2ast, P.Brajan 4+2reb+1ast AGH 2: L.Bartosz 24+8reb+6ast, S.Michal 16+9reb+2ast, S.Jan 12+5reb+1ast, H.Marcel 12+3reb+1ast, O.Mateusz 10+8reb+1ast, A.Mac 4 AZS PCz - Rybnik 62-86 Very predictable result in Czestochowa where sixth ranked Rybnik (19-8) smashed 15th ranked AZS PC (2-24) 86-62 on Saturday. Rybnik dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to AZS PC's 22. Rybnik forced 20 AZS PC turnovers. The best player for the winners was point guard Marcin Kosiorowski (181-2005) who scored 24 points and 9 rebounds. Center Adam Andula (201-1987) chipped in 17 points and 9 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Rybnik's coach Jakub Krakowczyk felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Swingman Przemyslaw Laszewski (194-1990) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 14 rebounds and swingman Kacper Hajdus (191-1996) added 14 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Rybnik have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain sixth position with 19-8 record. AZS PC lost sixteenth consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth place with 24 games lost. Rybnik will meet at home higher ranked Resovia (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. AZS PC will play against Korona (#10) in Krakow and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Rybnik: K.Marcin 24+9reb+1ast, A.Andula 17+9reb+2ast, K.Piotr 15+4reb+4ast, K.Tymoteusz 7+3reb+1ast, K.Sebastian 7+4reb+2ast, K.Wydra 5+3reb+2ast AZS PCz: K.Hajdus 14+6reb+1ast, M.Piotr 13+2reb+1ast, P.Laszewski 11+14reb+1ast, S.Tomasz 8+4reb, D.Jozefowski 8+2reb+2ast, K.Filip 4+1reb+4ast Resovia - Tychy 2 112-55 Not a big story in a game in Rzeszow where 13th ranked Tychy 2 (6-20) was rolled over by third ranked Resovia (20-7) 112-55 on Sunday. Resovia dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Tychy 2's 22. Resovia forced 26 Tychy 2 turnovers and outrebounded them 45-30 including a 32-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Tychy 2's players. The best player for the winners was power forward Wojciech Watroba (210-1997) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks. Guard Cezary Guminski (192-1994) chipped in a triple-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists and 4 steals. Four Resovia players scored in double figures. Swingman Kacper Szczepanek (187-2004) produced 14 points and 6 rebounds and Lukasz Polakowski (185-2001) added 15 points respectively for the guests. Tychy 2's coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Newly promoted Resovia maintains third position with 20-7 record having just one point less than leader AZS AWF Mick., which they share with UR Krakow. Tychy 2 at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the thirteenth place with 20 games lost. They share the position with Gdynia GAK. Resovia will meet Rybnik (#6) on the road in the next round. Tychy 2 will play against Iskra Cz (#11) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Resovia: B.Czerwonka 29+4reb, W.Watroba 24+10reb+4ast, C.Guminski 16+10reb+10ast, T.Krzywdzinski 12+6reb+2ast, A.Lukasz 9+2reb+4ast, A.Warszawski 7+7reb+1ast Tychy 2: P.Lukasz 15+1reb+1ast, S.Kacper 14+6reb+1ast, J.Ignacy 6+2reb+2ast, K.Mateusz 4+4reb+3ast, G.Pawel 4+1reb+1ast, F.Bartosz 4 Iskra Cz - Cracovia 76-89 Everything went according to plan in Czestochowa where sixth ranked Cracovia (18-9) beat 10th ranked Iskra Cz (10-16) 89-76 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was guard Dawid Golus (186-1999) who scored 31 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals. Forward Mateusz Lopatkiewicz (198-2002) chipped in a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Cracovia's coach Lukasz Kasperzec used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Point guard Adrian Placzek (182-1985) produced 22 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and guard Wojciech Michalak (190-1996) added 21 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Four Iskra Cz players scored in double figures. Cracovia moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Katy Wroc. Iskra Cz lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 16 games lost. They share it with AGH 2. Cracovia will meet at home league's leader Mickiewicz in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Iskra Cz will play against Tychy 2 (#13) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Cracovia: D.Golus 31+7reb+6ast, L.Mateusz 20+12reb, H.Patryk 14+4reb+4ast, S.Andrzej 8+3reb+2ast, B.Karlik 6+6reb+2ast, B.Oliwier 6+1reb Iskra Cz: A.Placzek 22+5reb+6ast, M.Wojciech 21+6reb+1ast, A.Michalak 12+7reb+6ast, W.Kotlewski 10+8reb+1ast, W.Szostak 8+16reb+3ast, M.Cieslak 2+1reb+2ast Przemysl - AZS AWF Mick. 84-94 The game between Top Four teams took place in Przemysl. Second-ranked host Przemysl (22-5) lost to top-ranked Mickiewicz (27-0) 94-84. Mickiewicz had a 32-20 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was power forward Lukasz Klaczek (203-2000) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds. Guard Karol Leszczynski (190-1987) chipped in 19 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Max Egner (198, college: SFC) produced a double-double by scoring 27 points and 13 rebounds and point guard Kacper Majka (183-1997) added 15 points and 9 assists respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Przemysl's coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Mickiewicz have an impressive 27-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 27-0 record. Loser Przemysl keeps the second place with five games lost. They share the position with Koscian and Notec Inowr.. Mickiewicz will meet Cracovia (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Przemysl will play against Gliwice 2 (#12) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: AZS AWF Mick.: L.Lewinski 22+3reb+3ast, K.Leszczynski 19+8reb+1ast, L.Klaczek 16+12reb+1ast, P.Karpacz 14+12reb+1ast, K.Tomasz 11+5reb, M.Chudzik 7+2reb+1ast Przemysl: M.Egner 27+13reb+2ast, R.Serwanski 18+4reb+4ast, K.Majka 15+2reb+9ast, S.Janczak 13+7reb+1ast, B.Bal 8+2reb+4ast, J.Kucharski 3 Group DZary - Katy Wroc. 83-71We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 5th ranked Katy Wroc. (18-9) was defeated on the road by sixth ranked Zary (14-12) 83-71 on Friday. The best player for the winners was Maciej Leszczynski (192-1999) who had a triple-double by scoring 31 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists. Kamil Olejnik (200-1996) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points and 14 rebounds. Swingman Grzegorz Kaczmarek (193-1983) produced 20 points and 9 rebounds and point guard Marcin Kowalski (175-1982) added 17 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals respectively for the guests. Katy Wroc.'s coach Jacek Kolis tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Zary have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain sixth position with 14-12 record. Loser Katy Wroc. keeps the fifth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Cracovia. Zary will meet at home higher ranked Katowice KS 27 (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Katy Wroc. will play against SKM ZG and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Zary: M.Leszczynski 31+10reb+12ast, J.Der 20+2reb+1ast, O.Kamil 18+14reb+1ast, W.Dyminski 9+9reb+2ast, K.Roman 3+1ast, J.Sebastian 2+5reb+2ast Katy Wroc.: G.Kaczmarek 20+9reb+3ast, M.Kowalski 17+5reb+7ast, T.Giniewski 10+7reb+2ast, C.Michal 8+6reb+2ast, A.Zmijak 8+8reb, L.Niesobski 6+1reb+3ast SKM ZG - Stal Ostrow 2 99-67 No shocking result in a game in Nowa Sol where eighth ranked SKM ZG (12-14) outleveled 15th ranked Stal Ostrow 2 (4-21) 99-67 on Sunday. SKM ZG dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Stal Ostrow 2's 32. SKM ZG forced 28 Stal Ostrow 2 turnovers and outrebounded them 52-34 including a 24-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was power forward Tobiasz Dydak (210-2004) who had a double-double by scoring 20 points and 21 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Point guard Ilian Wegrowski (182-2004) chipped in 14 points and 4 assists. Four SKM ZG players scored in double figures. Guard Bartosz Rachwalski (192-2004) produced a double-double by scoring 29 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and swingman Jacek Rutecki (188-2006) added 14 points respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Despite that victory SKM ZG went down to ninth position due to points difference. Loser Stal Ostrow 2 keeps the fifteenth place with 21 games lost. SKM ZG will meet at home Gorzow (#12) in the next round. Stal Ostrow 2 will play against Slask 3 and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: SKM ZG: D.Tobiasz 20+21reb, W.Ilian 14+2reb+4ast, G.Jan 13+6reb+1ast, S.Rafal 10+2reb+8ast, N.Przemyslaw 9+2reb+4ast, K.Jakub 8+3reb+3ast Stal Ostrow 2: R.Bartosz 29+12reb+4ast, R.Jacek 14+4reb+2ast, R.Krzysztof 8+3reb+2ast, W.Nicolas 7+7reb+4ast, M.Antoni 6+3reb+4ast, B.Maksymilian 2+1reb+1ast Slask 3 - Olesnica 79-62 Very expected game in Wroclaw where 13th ranked Olesnica (8-18) was defeated by seventh ranked Slask 3 (13-13) 79-62 on Saturday. Slask 3 dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Olesnica's 30. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was center Karol Kankowski (205-2005) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 14 rebounds. Point guard Jakub Pietowski (182-2005) chipped in 20 points and 9 rebounds. Kacper Kuta (196-1994) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and point guard Wojciech Sienkiewicz (187-2001) added 13 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Slask 3 maintains seventh position with 13-13 record, which they share with Legionowo. Olesnica lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh place with 18 games lost. They share the position with Minsk Maz.. Slask 3 will meet Stal Ostrow 2 (#15) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Olesnica will play against Koscian (#3) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Slask 3: P.Jakub 20+9reb, K.Karol 18+14reb+3ast, L.Mateusz 12+6reb+2ast, J.Jedrzej 10+1reb+1ast, K.Karol 9+2reb+8ast, M.Jedrzej 8+7reb+6ast Olesnica: M.Zakrzewski 15+2reb+2ast, K.Kuta 14+11reb+1ast, W.Sienkiewicz 13+5reb+3ast, M.Kamberski 9+9reb+2ast, W.Samuel 6+2reb, N.Szymon 2 Siechnice - Sudety 62-75 Rather predictable result when eleventh ranked Sudety (11-15) defeated on the road 14th ranked Siechnice (5-22) 75-62 on Saturday. Sudety forced 21 Siechnice turnovers. Strangely Siechnice outrebounded Sudety 54-33 including a 19-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was guard Damian Ostrowski (186-1998) who scored 18 points. Power forward Pawel Minciel (203-1988) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds. Four Sudety players scored in double figures. Guard Marek Mitman (185-2002) produced 6 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists and center Oliver Gnilka (207-2002) added 8 points and 13 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Sudety moved-up to tenth place. Siechnice lost thirteenth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fourteenth position with 22 games lost. Sudety will meet at home league's second-placed Prudnik in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Siechnice will play against Klodzko (#8) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Sudety: D.Ostrowski 18+4reb+2ast, W.Oskar 18+3reb+2ast, M.Kacper 12+5reb+1ast, P.Minciel 11+10reb+2ast, G.Dawid 5+2reb+1ast, J.Cieminski 5+4reb+2ast Siechnice: J.Kuczyc 12+1reb, B.Karol 11+4reb+1ast, G.Oliver 8+13reb+1ast, J.Tos 7+5reb, M.Marek 6+9reb+7ast, D.Oswald 6 Prudnik - Gorzow 106-59 Not a big story in a game when 13th ranked Gorzow (9-18) was rolled over on the road by second ranked Prudnik (23-3) 106-59 on Saturday. Prudnik dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Gorzow's 30. Prudnik forced 22 Gorzow turnovers and outrebounded them 45-32 including 30 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 36 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Gorzow's players. The best player for the winners was Michal Krawiec (195-1997) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds. Center Tomasz Nowakowski (207-1990) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points, 10 rebounds and 4 blocks. Five Prudnik players scored in double figures. Center Norbert Grzegorczyk (197-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds (was perfect 9-for-9 from the free throw line !!!) and point guard Konrad Jelski (183-1996) added 14 points respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Prudnik have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 23-3 record having just one point less than leader AZS AWF Mick. Newly promoted Gorzow dropped to the eleventh place with 18 games lost. They share the position with Ogniwo Szcz.. Prudnik will meet Sudety (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Gorzow will play against SKM ZG in Nowa Sol and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Prudnik: G.Maciej 18+3reb+6ast, M.Krawiec 17+10reb+1ast, P.Garwol 16+2reb+2ast, T.Nowakowski 14+10reb+3ast, T.Prostak 13+6reb+4ast, P.Nowicki 11+5reb+2ast Gorzow: G.Norbert 17+11reb+1ast, J.Konrad 14+2reb+3ast, C.Tomasz 13+1reb+2ast, D.Bartosz 7+5reb+4ast, K.Dawid 3+4reb, K.Bartlomiej 2+1reb WKK 2 - Gimbasket 85-76 Everything went according to plan in Wroclaw where tenth ranked WKK 2 (11-16) beat 16th ranked Gimbasket (2-25) 85-76 on Sunday. WKK 2 forced 24 Gimbasket turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Patryk Rosolowski (183-2004) who scored 18 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists and 7 steals. Forward Karol Prochorowicz (198-2007) chipped in 19 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Jakub Lewandowski (203-2001) produced a double-double by scoring 28 points, 17 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and guard Ernest Wacyra (182-1999) added 23 points respectively for the guests. Four Gimbasket players scored in double figures. WKK 2 maintains tenth position with 11-16 record, which they share with Pabianice. Gimbasket lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth place with 25 games lost. They share the position with Wisla Krakow. WKK 2 will meet Gorzow (#12) on the road in the next round. Gimbasket will play against the league's leader Miedzychod (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: WKK 2: P.Karol 19+8reb, Z.Maciej 18+5reb+1ast, R.Patryk 18+6reb+7ast, G.Jakub 8+2reb+6ast, T.Tymoteusz 8+1reb+2ast, P.Bartosz 6+6reb+2ast Gimbasket: L.Jakub 28+17reb+4ast, W.Ernest 23+2reb+3ast, G.Aleksander 11+6reb+5ast, P.Kasper 10+3reb+2ast, T.Piotr 4+6reb+3ast, M.Filip 0+1ast Katowice KS 27 - Miedzychod 60-72 There was no surprise when 3rd ranked Katowice KS 27 (21-4) was defeated at home by first ranked Miedzychod (25-2) 72-60 on Sunday. Miedzychod made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Katowice KS 27 turnovers. The best player for the winners was Mikolaj Smarzy (199-1999) who scored 31 points and 6 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). Mariusz Malachowski (194-1985) chipped in 8 points and 9 rebounds. Krzysztof Kempa (205-2004) produced 9 points and 14 rebounds and guard Dawid Grochowski (190-1989) added 14 points respectively for the hosts. Katowice KS 27's coach Marcin Lichtanski tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Miedzychod have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 25-2 record. Newly promoted Katowice KS 27 dropped to the fourth place with four games lost. Miedzychod will meet Gimbasket (#16) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Katowice KS 27 will play against Zary (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Miedzychod: M.Smarzy 31+6reb+2ast, D.Szymczak 10+3reb+6ast, M.Malachowski 8+9reb+2ast, L.Jordan 8+2reb, J.Nowak 8+5reb, M.Wrobel 7+9reb+3ast Katowice KS 27: D.Maksymilian 14+3reb, D.Grochowski 14+3reb+1ast, K.Krzysztof 9+14reb+2ast, P.Zygmunciak 8+1reb, K.Kajetan 8+6ast, K.Olaf 5+1reb Round 20Gdynia GAK - Ogniwo Szcz. 85-83There was a small surprise when thirteenth ranked Gdynia GAK (6-20) edged at home 11th ranked Ogniwo Szcz. (9-18) 85-83 on Tuesday. Gdynia GAK forced 20 Ogniwo Szcz. turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Bartosz Monko (187-2006) who scored 28 points. Guard Mateusz Zebrok (187-2002) chipped in 11 points and 9 rebounds. Five Gdynia GAK players scored in double figures. Gdynia GAK's coach Nikola Avramovic used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Center Karol Pytys (202-1985) produced a double-double by scoring 20 points, 16 rebounds and 4 blocks and guard Michal Chmurzewski (180-2004) added 26 points and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Newly promoted Gdynia GAK maintains thirteenth position with 6-20 record, which they share with Tychy 2. Loser Ogniwo Szcz. keeps the eleventh place with 18 games lost. They share the position with Gorzow. Gdynia GAK will meet at home higher ranked Tarnovia (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Ogniwo Szcz. will play against TKM Wloclawek (#16) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Gdynia GAK: M.Bartosz 28+3reb+1ast, D.Alan 13+2reb+4ast, P.Kacper 11+6reb+2ast, Z.Mateusz 11+9reb+3ast, M.Babinski 10+2reb+2ast, O.Sebastian 4+4reb+1ast Ogniwo Szcz.: C.Michal 26+2reb+4ast, K.Pytys 20+16reb+2ast, K.Kacper 10+4reb, G.Michal 9+5reb+2ast, N.Eryk 9+4reb+5ast, S.Bartosz 6+8reb+2ast Legionowo - Lublin 108-67 Very expected game when 15th ranked Lublin (2-23) was crushed on the road by eighth ranked Legionowo (13-13) 108-67 on Wednesday. Legionowo dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Lublin's 38. Legionowo forced 20 Lublin turnovers and outrebounded them 54-31 including a 36-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Lublin's players. The best player for the winners was Przemyslaw Lewandowski (201-1978) who scored 26 points and 6 rebounds. Swingman Mikolaj Motel (191-1994) chipped in 24 points. Four Legionowo players scored in double figures. Point guard Maciej Piatkowski (177-2003) produced 28 points and guard Wiktor Siemianiuk (186-2004) added 15 points respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Legionowo moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Slask 3. Lublin lost sixteenth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fifteenth position with 23 games lost. Legionowo will meet Ochota W-wa (#12) in the next round where they are favorite. Lublin will play against the league's leader Znicz and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Legionowo: P.Lewandowski 26+6reb+2ast, M.Motel 24+3reb+1ast, P.Sloniewski 17+5reb+3ast, B.Dorian 10+1reb+1ast, R.Pstrokonski 10+9reb+2ast, P.Lapinski 8+9reb+1ast Lublin: P.Maciej 28+3reb+3ast, S.Wiktor 15+1reb+1ast, B.Mateusz 8+5reb, K.Filip 7+2ast, G.Nawrocki 3+4reb, G.Piotr 2+7reb |
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The 36-year old player had a double-double of 32 points and 10 rebounds, while his team edged out Zgierz (#9, 14-13) 85-82. AZS UMK maintains the 5th position in their group in Polish 2Liga. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. AZS UMK will need more victories to improve their 18-8 record. In the team's last game Kobus had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range. He turned to be AZS UMK's top player in his first season with the team. Arkadiusz Kobus averages this season 18.2ppg and 6.7rpg. The second best player in last round's games was young Damian Ostrowski (186-G-1998) of Sudety. Ostrowski had a very good evening with 35 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Sudety lost that game 83-88 to the higher-ranked Koscian (#3, 22-5). Despite lost game Sudety moved up to 10th position in group D. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 11-15 record. Ostrowski 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 Mikolaj Czyz (205-C/F-1998) of Gniezno (#8). Czyz showcased his all-around game by recording 16 points, sixteen rebounds (!!!) and five assists in the last round. He was a key player of Gniezno, leading his team to a 88-65 easy win against slightly lower-ranked Pabianice (#10, 11-16). Gniezno needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in group A. Their record at this point is 16 victories and 10 lost games. Czyz has a great season in Poland. After 25 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 12.2rpg (5th best). He also has 1.1bpg and FGP: 61.7%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Jakub Cieminski (200-F/C-2001) of Sudety - 29 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Szymon Milczynski (204-C-1993) of Koscian - 18 points, 15 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Michal Weiss (188-G-1982) of Klodzko - 27 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists 7. Szymon Janczak (206-F/C-2000) of Przemysl - 31 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Max Egner (198-F) of Przemysl - 24 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Mikolaj Jesionek (190-F-1992) of Ochota W-wa - 21 points, 19 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Mateusz Krawiec (187-PG-1987) of TKM Wloclawek - 36 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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| Liga Betclic Round 2 (Second Stage): Oliveirense defeat Ovarense in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There were only 2 rounds played so far and it's still very beginning of the Second Stage in Liga Betclic. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 2 in the Liga Betclic took place in Ovar. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of Ovarense to Oliveirense 73-72 in the game for the fourth place. Oliveirense outrebounded Ovarense 37-22 including 29 on the defensive glass. Americans were the main players on the court. Darius Carter (201-1992, college: Wichita St.) had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and power forward Julien Ducree (206-1996, college: Utah Tech) chipped in 11 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. point guard Isaiah Johnson (183-1993, college: Young Harris) responded with 11 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Oliveirense are looking forward to face Benfica in Lisbon in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Ovarense will play on the road against Lusitania in Angra and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game between Top Four teams took place in Lisbon. host Benfica smashed FC Porto 99-75. American guard Aaron Broussard (196-1990, college: Seattle) notched 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the effort and Ivan Almeida supported him with 25 points and 7 rebounds. Even 21 points by American guard Teyvon Myers (188-1994, college: WVU) did not help to save the game for FC Porto. FC Porto's coach Fernando Sa gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Benfica will play against Oliveirense in Oliveira in the next round. FC Porto will play at home against Sporting and it may be a tough game between close rivals. An interesting game took place in Funchal where Esgueira was upset on the court of CAB Madeira 66-58 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Milan Milovanovic who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 13 rebounds. Ryan Ogden produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds for the guests. CAB Madeira will meet Sangalhos on the road in the next round. Esgueira will play against Povoa and hope to secure a win. In the last two games of round 2 Imortal won against Sangalhos on the opponent's court 77-70. Povoa managed to outperform Vitoria SC in a home game 97-84. The most impressive stats of the last round was 25 points and 8 rebounds by Phlandrous Fleming Jr of Vitoria SC. CAB Madeira - Esgueira 66-58 An interesting game took place in Funchal where Esgueira was upset on the court of CAB Madeira 66-58 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Serbian power forward Milan Milovanovic (205-1991, agency: 011 Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 13 rebounds. Point guard Diogo Peixe (190-2000, agency: Promo Sport ID) chipped in 6 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists. American forward Ryan Ogden (193-1996, college: Southwestern) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds and his fellow American import point guard Trevon Evans (183-1995, college: Sioux Falls) added 17 points and 4 assists respectively for the guests. CAB Madeira will meet Sangalhos on the road in the next round. Esgueira will play against Povoa and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: CAB Madeira: M.Almonacy 14+5reb+1ast, M.Milovanovic 12+13reb+2ast, N.Sa 11+6reb, J.Speelman 9+4reb, D.Peixe 6+9reb+9ast, M.Johnson 6+2reb+2ast Esgueira: T.Evans 17+4reb+4ast, R.Ogden 14+12reb+1ast, H.Sota 10+6reb+1ast, B.Ghebrekidan 7+2reb+2ast, P.Catarino 6+7reb, A.Kappos 4+6reb+2ast Sangalhos - Imortal 70-77 Very expected game when Sangalhos were defeated at home by Imortal 77-70 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was American guard Marquise Moore (188-1994, college: GMU) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists. The other American import Josh Ferguson (203-1996, college: Winthrop) chipped in 10 points and 7 rebounds. Four Imortal players scored in double figures. Dutch-Angolan point guard Jose Maconda (187-2001) produced 19 points and 5 assists and Angolan Jeronimo Luis (197-1999) added 16 points and 11 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Imortal will meet Vitoria SC in the next round. Sangalhos will play against CAB Madeira and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Imortal: M.Moore 24+11reb+7ast, E.Watson 15+4reb, S.Littleson 13+3reb+2ast, J.Ferguson 10+7reb+3ast, F.Lima 6+4reb+1ast, T.Ewuosho 5+4reb Sangalhos: J.Maconda 19+3reb+5ast, L.Jeronimo 16+11reb, C.Cleuzio 15+8reb, A.Tiago 8+4reb, N.Kasongo 5+1reb+1ast, J.Martinho 3+2reb+3ast Benfica - FC Porto 99-75 The game between Top Four teams took place in Lisbon. host Benfica smashed FC Porto 99-75. Benfica made 25-of-33 charity shots (75.8 percent) during the game, while FC Porto only scored nine points from the stripe. FC Porto was plagued by 29 personal fouls down the stretch. American guard Aaron Broussard (196-1990, college: Seattle) notched 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the effort and naturalized Cape Verdean Ivan Almeida (198-1989, college: Stonehill) supported him with 25 points and 7 rebounds. Four Benfica players scored in double figures. Even 21 points by American guard Teyvon Myers (188-1994, college: WVU) did not help to save the game for FC Porto. His fellow American import Brian Conklin (201-1989, college: St.Louis) added 14 points and 6 rebounds for the guests. FC Porto's coach Fernando Sa gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Benfica will play against Oliveirense in Oliveira in the next round. FC Porto will play at home against Sporting and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Benfica: A.Broussard 26+5reb+6ast, I.Almeida 25+7reb+3ast, T.Douglas 17+3reb+5ast, D.Gameiro 10+2reb+1ast, M.Ben Romdhane 7+6reb+2ast, B.Gomes 5+3reb FC Porto: T.Myers 21+3reb+3ast, B.Conklin 14+6reb+1ast, M.Landis 11+1ast, M.Finke 9+3reb+1ast, M.Clark 9+8reb+3ast, M.Cardoso 6+2reb+4ast Ovarense - Oliveirense 72-73 The most exciting game of round 2 in the Liga Betclic took place in Ovar. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of Ovarense to Oliveirense 73-72 in the game for the fourth place. Oliveirense outrebounded Ovarense 37-22 including 29 on the defensive glass. Americans were the main players on the court. Darius Carter (201-1992, college: Wichita St.) had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and power forward Julien Ducree (206-1996, college: Utah Tech) chipped in 11 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Point guard Isaiah Johnson (183-1993, college: Young Harris) responded with 11 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Jacoby Armstrong (201-1995, college: UNH) scored 13 points. Five Ovarense players scored in double figures. Oliveirense are looking forward to face Benfica in Lisbon in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Ovarense will play on the road against Lusitania in Angra and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Oliveirense: D.Carter 17+10reb+1ast, J.Ducree 11+9reb+1ast, H.Barros 8+2reb, J.Balseiro 8+1reb, T.Simons 7+1ast, M.Richardson 6+2reb+4ast Ovarense: J.Armstrong 13+4reb, C.Cordeiro 13+3reb, A.Woods 11+1reb+4ast, I.Johnson 11+5reb+5ast, J.Robertson 10+3reb+4ast, N.Morais 8 Povoa - Vitoria SC 97-84 Rather predictable result when Povoa defeated at home Vitoria SC 97-84 on Saturday. Povoa made 22-of-27 free shots (81.5 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by Vitoria SC's players. The best player for the winners was the former international point guard Nuno Oliveira (186-1989) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 assists. Spanish forward Federico Ucles (204-1993, agency: Promo Sport ID) chipped in 15 points and 6 assists. Four Povoa players scored in double figures. Povoa's coach Jose Ricardo Rodrigues used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward Zachary Simmons (208-1999, college: N.Texas) produced 26 points and 9 rebounds and his fellow American import guard Phlandrous Fleming Jr (193-1998, college: Florida) added 25 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the guests. Povoa will meet Esgueira on the road in the next round. Vitoria SC will play against Imortal and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Povoa: N.Oliveira 18+4reb+11ast, T.Ngom 16+6reb, F.Ucles 15+1reb+6ast, C.Oluyitan 15+2reb+2ast, S.Brown 8+9reb+3ast, C.Tawiah 8+6reb Vitoria SC: Z.Simmons 26+9reb+3ast, P.Fleming Jr. 25+8reb+3ast, S.Jamison 16+14reb, P.Bastos 9+4reb+3ast, C.Cardoso 6+6ast, M.Manuel 2 |
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Wilson played last season for Quebradillas averaging 14.5 points, 6.3 rebounds and 4 assists in 29 games. During his international career he has played in the NBA G-League, Italy, Germany, Russia, Mexico and Lithuania. The start of the 2023 season is on March 22 as Bayamon hosts San German. |
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What a coincidence that all visitors won their games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Doha: Qatar Club (#4) and Al Rayyan (#5). Al Rayyan was defeated at home 73-81 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Qatar Club had a 32-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 39 assists. Serbian Dejan Janjic (198-1995) orchestrated the victory with a triple-double by scoring 28 points, 18 rebounds, 18 assists and 4 steals. American guard Brian Halums (196-1997, college: UAFS) contributed with 23 points, 9 rebounds, 9 assists and 7 steals for the winners. American guard Malik Curry (185-1999, college: WVU, agency: Green Sports Management) answered with 38 points (!!!) and 4 assists for Al Rayyan. Qatar Club (3-1) moved-up to third place. Al Rayyan at the other side keeps the fifth position with two games lost. They share it with Al Ahli and Al Arabi. Bottom-ranked Al Khor 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 third consecutive match to leader Al Sadd (3-0) 70-62. American-German forward Waverly Austin (211-1991, college: Oregon, agency: Diamond Sports) stepped up with a triple-double by scoring 25 points, 21 rebounds, 21 assists and 4 blocks for the winners and Vander Blue chipped in 10 points, 12 rebounds, 12 assists and 4 steals. American point guard Ameer Jackson (193-1994, college: WSSU) responded with a triple-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists and 7 steals. Al Sadd have a solid series of three victories in a row. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Al Shamal. Al Khor at the other side still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with Al Gharafa. Al Rayyan - Qatar Club 73-81 The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Doha: Qatar Club (#4) and Al Rayyan (#5). Al Rayyan was defeated at home 73-81 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Qatar Club had a 32-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 39 assists. Serbian Dejan Janjic (198-1995) orchestrated the victory with a triple-double by scoring 28 points, 18 rebounds, 18 assists and 4 steals. American guard Brian Halums (196-1997, college: UAFS) contributed with 23 points, 9 rebounds, 9 assists and 7 steals for the winners. American guard Malik Curry (185-1999, college: WVU, agency: Green Sports Management) answered with 38 points (!!!) and 4 assists and Senegalese power forward Mouhammad Faye (207-1985, college: SMU) added 14 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists in the effort for Al Rayyan. Qatar Club (3-1) moved-up to third place. Al Rayyan at the other side keeps the fifth position with two games lost. They share it with Al Ahli and Al Arabi. Top scorers: Al Rayyan: M.Curry 38+4reb+4ast, S.Ibrahima 15+6reb+6ast, M.Faye 14+11reb+11ast, M.Haracic 4+5reb+5ast, A.Tawfiq 2+7reb+7ast, C.Jacey 0+2reb+2ast Qatar Club: D.Janjic 28+18reb+18ast, B.Halums 23+9reb+9ast, H.Woods II 20+2reb+2ast, A.Abdalla 5+2reb+2ast, A.Badara Ndoye 5+2reb+2ast, F.Mark 0 Al Khor - Al Sadd 62-70 Bottom-ranked Al Khor 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 third consecutive match to leader Al Sadd (3-0) 70-62. Al Sadd outrebounded Al Khor 48-36 including 35 on the defensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 48 assists. Al Sadd brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. American-German forward Waverly Austin (211-1991, college: Oregon, agency: Diamond Sports) stepped up with a triple-double by scoring 25 points, 21 rebounds, 21 assists and 4 blocks for the winners and American Vander Blue (196-1992, college: Marquette) chipped in 10 points, 12 rebounds, 12 assists and 4 steals. Four Al Sadd players scored in double figures. American point guard Ameer Jackson (193-1994, college: WSSU) responded with a triple-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists and 7 steals and the other American import power forward Tony Criswell (205-1991, college: Missouri) produced a triple-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists. Al Sadd have a solid series of three victories in a row. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Al Shamal. Al Khor at the other side still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with Al Gharafa. Top scorers: Al Khor: A.Jackson 20+10reb+10ast, T.Criswell 17+10reb+10ast, R.Ghanem 13+4reb+4ast, M.Nayef 9+7reb+7ast, K.Mohamed 3+3reb+3ast, D.Djibrirou 0 Al Sadd: W.Austin 25+21reb+21ast, B.Dieng 16+5reb+5ast, V.Blue 10+12reb+12ast, A.Faisal 10+2reb+2ast, M.Ahmad 5+3reb+3ast, A.Sultan 2+1reb+1ast |
| Dejan Janjic's triple-double lands him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He recorded a triple-double of 28 points adding also 18 rebounds and 18 assists, while his team beat Al Rayyan (#7, 1-2) 81-73. Qatar Club is placed at 3rd position in Qatari league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost that single game earlier this season. Qatar Club will need more victories to improve their 3-1 record. In the team's last game Janjic had a remarkable 92.3% from 2-point range. He turned to be Qatar Club's top player in his first season with the team. Janjic has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (3rd best: 29.8ppg) and averages solid 2.5spg,72.1% FGP and 60.9% from behind 3-point line. Second best performed player last round was Waverly Austin (211-F-1991, agency: Diamond Sports) of top-ranked Al Sadd. He is American-German forward in his first season at Al Sadd. In the last game Austin recorded impressive triple-double of 25 points, 21 rebounds and 21 assists. Of course Al Sadd cruised to a 70-62 relatively comfortable win over Al Khor (#9, 0-3). This victory allowed Al Sadd to move up to 1st position in the standings. A very good start of the season for his team, which won so far all 3 games without any defeat. Austin is a newcomer at Al Sadd and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 25.3ppg (#7). His other stats are also decent: 18.0rpg and 18.0apg. Third place about best performers goes to guard Malik Curry (185-G-1999, agency: Green Sports Management) of Al Rayyan (#7). Curry got into 30-points club by scoring 38 points in the last round. He went also for four assists. Despite Curry's great performance Al Rayyan lost 73-81 to the higher-ranked Qatar Club (#3, 3-1). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Al Rayyan not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 2 games, recording just one victory. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Curry could try to bring Al Rayyan's a little bit higher in the standings. Curry has individually a great season in Qatar. After only 3 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 27.0ppg (5th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Brian Halums (196-G-1997) of Qatar Club - 23 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists 5. Ameer Jackson (193-PG-1994) of Al Khor - 20 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists 6. Vander Blue (196-SG-1992) of Al Sadd - 10 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists 7. Mouhammad Faye (207-F/C-1985) of Al Rayyan - 14 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists 8. Ibrahima Seck) of Al Rayyan - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists 9. Babacar Dieng (197-F-1997) of Al Sadd - 16 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Holland Woods II (185-G) of Qatar Club - 20 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Liga Nationala Round 5 (Second Stage): Cluj Napoca lose to Oradea - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Liga Nationala is at the halfway of the Second Stage and there are still another 5 rounds left. Coincidentally all hosts won their games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The biggest surprise took place in Oradea where host Oradea (12-1) beat league's leader Cluj Napoca (11-2) 82-74 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Cluj Napoca. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Cluj Napoca was trailing by 7 points at halftime but managed to get 2-point lead after three quarters before a 21-11 charge of Oradea, which allowed them to win the game. The best player for the winners was American point guard Erick Neal (178-1995, college: UT Arlington) who scored 24 points and 8 assists. Serbian power forward Nikola Markovic (208-1989) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Oradea's coach Cristian Achim used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international center Emanuel Cate (207-1997) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds for the guests. Oradea have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader. Defending champion Cluj Napoca dropped to the second place with two games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Ploiesti CSM. Cluj Napoca will play next round against Dinamo B. trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Oradea will try to continue on its current victory against seventh ranked Pitesti at home. Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Bucuresti: Dinamo B. (#8) and Rapid (#3). Dinamo B. (5-8) crushed visiting Rapid (9-4) by 20 points 99-79. The former international point guard Andrei Mandache (190-1987, agency: BIG) orchestrated the victory by scoring 25 points and 7 rebounds. Vlad Moldoveanu contributed with 12 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Dinamo B.'s coach Sotiris Manolopoulos allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American Tyler Stone (203-1991, college: SEMO) answered with 25 points for Rapid. Dinamo B. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Pitesti and Craiova. Rapid at the other side keeps the third position with four games lost. Dinamo B. will play against league's second-placed Cluj Napoca on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Rapid will play against Voluntari and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game in Voluntari was also quite interesting. 5th ranked Craiova (5-8) played at the court of sixth ranked Voluntari (6-7). Voluntari managed to secure a 8-point victory 84-76 on Saturday. Rasheed Moore stepped up and scored 21 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Cortez Edwards responded with 10 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. Voluntari moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Sibiu. Loser Craiova dropped to the sixth position with eight games lost. They share it with Dinamo B. and Pitesti. Voluntari will meet higher ranked Rapid (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Craiova will play against Constanta and hope to secure a win. Other games of round 5 were very predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Dinamo B. was crushed by Craiova in a road game 94-69. Targu Mures smashed Focsani at home 97-75. Galati was destroyed by Targu Jiu on the opponent's court 85-63. Pitesti managed to outperform Timisoara in a home game 72-56. Constanta recorded a loss to Sibiu on the road 78-74. The best stats of 5th round was 19 points and 13 rebounds by Shamiel Stevenson of Targu Jiu. Craiova - Dinamo B. 94-69 There was no surprise when 8th ranked Dinamo B. (5-8) was crushed on the road by fifth ranked Craiova (5-8) 94-69 on Tuesday. The game without a history. Craiova led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They shot 62.7 percent from the field and made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. American point guard Cortez Edwards (188-1997, college: Southern Miss, agency: Octagon Europe) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 13 assists for the winners and Finnish Topias Palmi (196-1994, agency: Blacktop Management) chipped in 27 points (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Four Craiova players scored in double figures. Craiova's coach felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. American point guard Darnell Edge (188-1997, college: FDU) responded with 21 points, 5 assists and 4 steals and the other American import forward Donte Ingram (199-1996, college: Loyola, IL) scored 12 points. Despite that victory Craiova went down to sixth position due to points difference, which they share with Dinamo B. and Pitesti. Dinamo B. lost their fourth game in a row. Craiova will meet at home Constanta (#9) in the next round. Dinamo B. will play against the league's second-placed Cluj Napoca and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Craiova: T.Palmi 27+3reb+2ast, C.Edwards 25+3reb+13ast, M.Mijovic 20+4reb+2ast, S.Hopkins 10, D.Nikolic 4+1reb+2ast, G.Blaj-Voinescu 4+4reb+1ast Dinamo B.: D.Edge 21+1reb+5ast, D.Ingram 12+3reb+1ast, M.Addison 10+2reb+1ast, A.Ogide 10+1reb, J.Wojciechowski 6+2reb+3ast, S.Grasu 6+3reb+2ast Targu Mures - Focsani 97-75 No shocking result in a game when thirteenth ranked Targu Mures (8-3) smashed at home 15th ranked Focsani (5-6) 97-75 on Friday. The game without a history. Targu Mures led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Center Szabolcs Santa (208-1987) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and Montenegrin forward Goran Gajovic (199-1988, agency: 011 Sports) chipped in 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Targu Mures players scored in double figures. Saint Lucian-Canadian guard Adika Peter-McNeilly (190-1993, college: TMU) responded with 21 points (perfect behind the arc making all five shots) and Serbian point guard Pavle Reljic (193-1993) scored 15 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. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Targu Mures. They moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Galati. Loser Focsani keeps the fifteenth position with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Targu Mures: A.Mathis 19+1reb, G.Gajovic 14+6reb+5ast, V.Solopa 13+7reb+1ast, G.Martinic 13+5ast, S.Santa 13+11reb+5ast, J.Lowrance 10+5reb+4ast Focsani: A.Peter-McNeilly 21+4reb+3ast, P.Reljic 15+3reb+8ast, J.Swopshire 10+9reb, K.Johnson 8+3reb+2ast, K.Anikenko 5+6reb+1ast, M.Thomas 4+2reb Targu Jiu - Galati 85-63 There was an upset in Rovinari where higher ranked Galati (8-3) was rolled over by seventeenth ranked Targu Jiu (3-8) 85-63 on Friday. The game was mostly controlled by Targu Jiu. Galati managed to win fourth quarter 24-20. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Targu Jiu had a 32-20 advantage in offensive rebounds. Canadian Shamiel Stevenson (198-1998, college: Nebraska, agency: Interperformances) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 13 rebounds for the winners and Israeli forward Noam Weinberg (200-1998) chipped in 21 points. Four Targu Jiu players scored in double figures. The former international forward Marius Ciotlaus (195-1996, agency: BIG) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 13 rebounds and American guard Temple Gibbs (193-1997, college: Notre Dame) scored 13 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Targu Jiu moved-up to sixteenth place. Galati lost their third game in a row. They keep the twelfth position with three games lost. They share it with Targu Mures. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Targu Jiu: W.Noam 21+2reb+1ast, S.Stevenson 19+13reb+1ast, D.Frye 12+3reb+7ast, I.Octavian 10+1reb+2ast, A.Durham 9+8reb+1ast, A.Gheorghe 5 Galati: M.Ciotlaus 19+13reb, T.Gibbs 13+3reb+2ast, J.Harris-Dyson 9+2reb+1ast, L.Mitrovic 6+3ast, A.Petica 5, M.Armus 5+6reb Pitesti - Timisoara 72-56 Rather predictable result when seventh ranked Pitesti (5-8) beat at home 10th ranked Timisoara (3-10) 72-56 on Thursday. The hosts trailed by 5 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 1-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 72-56. Pitesti dominated on the defensive end, holding Timisoara to just 7 points in third quarter. They made 22-of-25 free shots (88.0 percent) during the game. Pitesti forced 19 Timisoara turnovers. Serbian center Nikola Jevtovic (209-1989) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds for the winners and American point guard CJ Wilson (180-1994, college: Young Harris) chipped in 15 points and 4 assists. Four Pitesti players scored in double figures. Serbian center Igor Kesar (210-1992, agency: Mansfield and Associates) responded with 13 points and 7 rebounds and Serbian point guard Ilija Djokovic (191-1996) scored 13 points. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Pitesti moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Dinamo B. and Craiova. Timisoara lost their fifth game in a row. They dropped to the ninth position with ten games lost. They share it with Constanta. Pitesti will meet league's leader Oradea on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Timisoara will play against Sibiu (#4) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Pitesti: N.Jevtovic 17+11reb+1ast, C.Wilson 15+4reb+4ast, B.Massey 11+4reb+3ast, J.Cunningham 10+10reb+1ast, M.Maciuca 8+1reb+2ast, J.Lawson 4+5reb+2ast Timisoara: I.Kesar 13+7reb+2ast, I.Djokovic 13+1reb+2ast, A.Mirkovic 7+8reb+1ast, E.Petrescu 5+3reb, L.Lazar 4+2reb, N.Gajic 4+8reb+2ast Sibiu - Constanta 78-74 Not a big story in a game when 9th ranked Constanta (3-10) was defeated on the road by sixth ranked Sibiu (6-7) 78-74 on Thursday. The hosts trailed by 3 points at the halftime before their 41-34 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Latvian Roberts Blumbergs (208-1998, college: GCU) stepped up and scored 18 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and Senegalese forward Mouhamed Barro (204-1995) chipped in 15 points and 8 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). American point guard Nate Johnson (193-1998, college: Xavier) responded with 19 points and 5 rebounds and Lithuanian Vytenis Cizauskas (187-1992) scored 12 points and 5 rebounds. Four Constanta players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Sibiu moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Voluntari. Constanta lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the ninth position with ten games lost. They share it with Timisoara. Sibiu will meet Timisoara (#10) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Constanta will play against Craiova and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Sibiu: R.Blumbergs 18+6reb, M.Barro 15+8reb, M.Dragoste 14+3reb+2ast, R.Uta 8+3reb, G.Whelan 8+2reb+4ast, D.Manchon 7+1reb+1ast Constanta: N.Johnson 19+5reb+3ast, V.Corpodean 16+2reb, R.Ivanauskas 13+5reb+1ast, V.Cizauskas 12+5reb+3ast, J.Cebasek 4+5reb+2ast, M.Lazar 4+2reb Voluntari - Craiova 84-76 The game in Voluntari was also quite interesting. 5th ranked Craiova (5-8) played at the court of sixth ranked Voluntari (6-7). Voluntari managed to secure a 8-point victory 84-76 on Saturday. The hosts trailed by 8 points after first quarter, but they rallied back and won the game by 8 points. American forward Rasheed Moore (198-1995, college: ESU) stepped up and scored 21 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import point guard Maurice Watson (178-1993, college: Creighton) chipped in 19 points. American point guard Cortez Edwards (188-1997, college: Southern Miss, agency: Octagon Europe) responded with 10 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists and Serbian Milivoje Mijovic (200-1991, agency: 011 Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. Voluntari moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Sibiu. Loser Craiova dropped to the sixth position with eight games lost. They share it with Dinamo B. and Pitesti. Voluntari will meet higher ranked Rapid (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Craiova will play against Constanta and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Voluntari: R.Moore 21+7reb+2ast, M.Watson 19+1reb+2ast, D.Planinic 12+5reb, E.Thompson 9+9reb+1ast, T.Gotcher 8+4reb+3ast, D.Vida 6+4reb Craiova: D.Nikolic 16+3reb+3ast, M.Mijovic 12+10reb+2ast, C.Edwards 10+9reb+8ast, D.Parks 9+1reb, T.Palmi 8+2reb+2ast, A.Coconea 6+3reb Oradea - Cluj Napoca 82-74 The biggest surprise took place in Oradea where host Oradea (12-1) beat league's leader Cluj Napoca (11-2) 82-74 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Cluj Napoca. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Cluj Napoca was trailing by 7 points at halftime but managed to get 2-point lead after three quarters before a 21-11 charge of Oradea, which allowed them to win the game. The best player for the winners was American point guard Erick Neal (178-1995, college: UT Arlington) who scored 24 points and 8 assists. Serbian power forward Nikola Markovic (208-1989) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Neal is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Oradea players scored in double figures. Oradea's coach Cristian Achim used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international center Emanuel Cate (207-1997) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds and Bosnian guard Nemanja Gordic (193-1988, agency: BeoBasket) added 15 points and 8 assists respectively for the guests. Oradea have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader. Defending champion Cluj Napoca dropped to the second place with two games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Ploiesti CSM. Cluj Napoca will play next round against Dinamo B. trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Oradea will try to continue on its current victory against seventh ranked Pitesti at home. Top scorers: Oradea: E.Neal 24+2reb+8ast, N.Markovic 18+6reb+2ast, J.Bostic 14+2reb+1ast, D.Tarolis 11+5reb+1ast, K.Richard 7+3reb+1ast, M.Ogden 6+5reb+1ast Cluj Napoca: E.Cate 16+11reb, N.Gordic 15+3reb+8ast, L.Meindl 13+4reb+1ast, K.Shepherd 10+3ast, J.Jones 9+7reb, P.Richard 9+5reb+2ast Dinamo B. - Rapid 99-79 Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Bucuresti: Dinamo B. (#8) and Rapid (#3). Dinamo B. (5-8) crushed visiting Rapid (9-4) by 20 points 99-79. It looked good early as Rapid took a 5-point small lead at the end of first quarter. But then Dinamo B. had a 23-15 second period charge getting the lead and Rapid was not able to take back game control losing it eventually 79-99. Dinamo B. dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Rapid's 26. They outrebounded Rapid 32-20 including 25 on the defensive glass. Dinamo B. players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. The former international point guard Andrei Mandache (190-1987, agency: BIG) orchestrated the victory by scoring 25 points and 7 rebounds. The former international forward Vlad Moldoveanu (206-1988, college: American) contributed with 12 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Dinamo B.'s coach Sotiris Manolopoulos allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American Tyler Stone (203-1991, college: SEMO) answered with 25 points and Croatian Josip Bilinovac (191-1990, agency: 011 Sports) added 16 points and 6 assists in the effort for Rapid. Five Dinamo B. and four Rapid players scored in double figures. Dinamo B. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Pitesti and Craiova. Rapid at the other side keeps the third position with four games lost. Dinamo B. will play against league's second-placed Cluj Napoca on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Rapid will play against Voluntari and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Dinamo B.: A.Mandache 25+7reb+2ast, D.Edge 16+1reb+4ast, M.Addison 13+3reb+5ast, V.Moldoveanu 12+6reb+5ast, M.Griffin 11+1reb+3ast, A.Ogide 10+8reb+1ast Rapid: T.Stone 25+4reb+3ast, J.Bilinovac 16+2reb+6ast, M.Jeremic 13+3reb+1ast, A.Olah 10+5reb+4ast, D.Matei 7, J.Threatt 4+2reb+7ast |
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The 25-year old playmaker got a double-double of 25 points and thirteen assists, while his team crushed Dinamo B. (5-8) with 25-point margin 94-69. Thanks to this victory Craiova moved-up to the 6th position in Romanian Liga Nationala. Craiova is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. But it was their 8th lost game this season out of 13 games. In the team's last game Edwards had a remarkable 57.1% from 2-point range and got five three-pointers out of 8 attempts. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Cortez Edwards averages this season 8.3ppg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young international forward Marius Ciotlaus (195-F-1996, agency: BIG) of Galati. Ciotlaus impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 19 points and 13 rebounds. Bad luck as Galati lost that game 63-85 to the lower-ranked Targu Jiu (#16, 3-8). This loss caused Galati to drop to 3rd position in the standings. His team's 8-3 record is not bad at all. Ciotlaus is one of the most experienced players at Galati and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. The third best performed player last round was American Rasheed Moore (198-F-1995) of Voluntari (#5). Moore scored 21 points and grabbed seven rebounds. He was a key player of Voluntari, leading his team to a 84-76 win against slightly lower-ranked Craiova (#6, 5-8). The chances of Voluntari 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, Moore could help Voluntari to bring them higher in the standings. Moore has a very solid season. In 21 games in Romania he scored 9.7ppg. He also has 4.4rpg and FGP: 57.0%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Shamiel Stevenson (198-SG-1998) of Targu Jiu - 19 points and 13 rebounds 5. Tyler Stone (203-PF-1991) of Rapid - 25 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Topias Palmi (196-SG-1994) of Craiova - 27 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Darnell Edge (188-PG-1997) of Dinamo B. - 21 points and 5 assists 8. Emanuel Cate (207-C-1997) of Cluj Napoca - 16 points and 11 rebounds 9. Andrei Mandache (190-PG-1987) of Dinamo B. - 25 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Szabolcs Santa (208-C-1987) of Targu Mures - 13 points, 11 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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Zenit St Petersburg - Nizhniy Novgorod 72:84 Nizhniy Novgorod clinched Russian Cup 2022/23. They overcame hosts, Zenit St Petersburg 84-72 on Sunday night. Nizhniy Novgorod grabbed a 23-12 lead at the start and led 6 points at the halftime. Moreover, they won the third quarter 22-17 and closed the campaign with a final 20-19 rally. Ivan Strebkov (193-G-1991) top-scored for the winners with 21 points and Jermaine Love (190-G-1989, college: UIS) delivered 20. Trent Frazier (188-G-1998, college: Illinois) answered with 28 points in the losing effort. |
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in SBL. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game between Top Four teams took place in Medina. 3rd ranked host Ohod (15-5) lost to first ranked Al Ahli (18-2) 101-86. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Ohod. Al Ahli dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Ohod's 26. They outrebounded Ohod 28-16. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Devin Ebanks (206-1989, college: WVU) who helped to win the game recording 28 points and forward Ayman Belal who added 22 points during the contest. American point guard James Justice (178-1989, college: UT Southern) responded with 36 points (!!!). Al Ahli maintains first position with 18-2 record, which they share with Al Nassr. Ohod at the other side keeps the third place with five games lost. They share the position with Al Fateh. Al Ahli is looking forward to face Al Adalah (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ohod will play against Al Salam (#8) in Al-Awamiyah and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. Bottom-ranked Al Ansar managed to get the second consecutive victory. This time they won against eleventh-ranked Al Adalah in Medina 80-73. The winners were led by American center Raymond Miller (204-1988, college: CS Fullerton) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 19 points and 15 rebounds and Cory Johnson supported him with 12 points and 16 rebounds. Even a double-double of 24 points, 19 rebounds and 5 assists by Russian forward Andrey Semenov (200-1990, college: JMU) did not help to save the game for Al Adalah. Al Ansar (3-17) moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Al Adalah and Al Taawoun. Al Adalah lost eleventh consecutive game. Al Ansar will play against higher ranked Al Wehda (#5) in Mecca in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Al Adalah will play on the road against the league's leader Al Ahli (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory. An interesting game took place in Tabuk where 9th ranked Deba (5-15) was upset on its own court by twelfth ranked Al Ansar (3-17) 89-61 on Friday. The best player for the winners was Kelechi Ajukwa who had a double-double by scoring 41 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds. Vladyslav Koreniuk produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 19 rebounds for the hosts. Al Ansar moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Al Adalah and Al Taawoun. Deba lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with 15 games lost. Al Ansar will meet higher ranked Al Wehda (#5) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Deba will play against Al Fateh (#3) in Al Hasa and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 20: Al Hilal destroyed Deba on the opponent's court 103-83. Al Wehda managed to outperform Ittihad in a home game 78-66. Al Fateh rolled over Al Taawoun on the road 93-71. Al Nassr defeated Al Salam on its own court 72-63. Deba - Al Hilal 83-103 Rather expected game in Tabuk where 9th ranked Deba (5-15) was crushed by sixth ranked Al Hilal (12-8) 103-83 on Thursday. Al Hilal looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 17 passes made by Deba's players. The best player for the winners was American power forward Clinton Chapman (208-1989, college: Texas, agency: Diamond Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 27 points and 16 rebounds. The former international guard Nasser Alabsi (183-1993) chipped in 27 points and 6 assists. Four Al Hilal players scored in double figures. Al Hilal's coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard Unique McLean (188, college: SFC, agency: Blacktop Management) produced 25 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and Jassim Hajji added 17 points respectively for the hosts. Defending champion moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Al Wehda. Deba lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with 15 games lost. Al Hilal's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Riyadh Al Nassr. Top scorers: Deba: U.McLean 25+8reb+4ast, H.Jassim 17+4reb+3ast, J.Guity 10+13reb+1ast, I.Suhail 9, A.Eyad 9+4reb+2ast, F.Hussain 6+3reb+1ast Al Hilal: C.Chapman 27+16reb+1ast, N.Alabsi 27+2reb+6ast, A.Mohammed 19+5reb+4ast, K.Abdel-Gabar 15+5reb+10ast, O.Albargawi 5+5reb+6ast, A.Alwaleed 5 Al Wehda - Ittihad 78-66 Rather predictable result in Mecca where fifth ranked Al Wehda (12-8) defeated 7th ranked Ittihad (9-11) 78-66 on Thursday. Al Wehda had a 37-26 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Al Wehda made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was American forward Dewayne Jackson (203-1990, college: Morgan St.) who had a double-double by scoring 28 points, 11 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 blocks. The former international center Mohammed AlMarwani (206-1989) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds. Four Al Wehda players scored in double figures. Tunisian point guard Omar Abada (189-1993) produced 20 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists and the former international Mathna Almarwani (186-1992) added 24 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Al Wehda maintains fifth position with 12-8 record, which they share with Al Hilal. Loser Ittihad keeps the seventh place with 11 games lost. Al Wehda will meet at home Al Ansar (#11) in the next round where they are favorite. Ittihad will play against Al Taawoun (#12) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Ittihad: M.Almarwani 24+6reb+3ast, O.Abada 20+8reb+7ast, A.Yasir 14+3reb+1ast, C.Rhodes 8+9reb+2ast, A.AlMadani 0+1ast, A.Abdulmalek 0 Al Wehda: D.Jackson 28+11reb+7ast, M.AlMarwani 18+11reb+2ast, M.Thamer 14+5reb+7ast, F.Abdulrahman 14+6reb+6ast, B.Husam 4+6reb+1ast, A.Omar 0 Al Ansar - Al Adalah 80-73 Bottom-ranked Al Ansar managed to get the second consecutive victory. This time they won against eleventh-ranked Al Adalah in Medina 80-73. The winners were led by American center Raymond Miller (204-1988, college: CS Fullerton) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 19 points and 15 rebounds and the other American import power forward Cory Johnson (202-1988, college: Valpo) supported him with 12 points and 16 rebounds. Four Al Ansar players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 24 points, 19 rebounds and 5 assists by Russian forward Andrey Semenov (200-1990, college: JMU) did not help to save the game for Al Adalah. Tunisian swingman Islem Elajmi (196-1991) added 9 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the guests. Al Ansar (3-17) moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Al Adalah and Al Taawoun. Al Adalah lost eleventh consecutive game. Al Ansar will play against higher ranked Al Wehda (#5) in Mecca in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Al Adalah will play on the road against the league's leader Al Ahli (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Al Adalah: A.Semenov 24+19reb+5ast, F.Aldawsari 14+2reb+1ast, A.Saqer Khalid 12+4reb+5ast, I.Elajmi 9+9reb+4ast, A.Moayad 6+1reb+1ast, S.Mohanned 5+5reb+1ast Al Ansar: R.Miller 19+15reb+1ast, S.Khaled 19+2reb, A.Salman 17+7reb+4ast, C.Johnson 12+16reb+2ast, A.Ahmed 8+3reb+2ast, A.Tareq 5 Al Taawoun - Al Fateh 71-93 Not a big story in a game when 10th ranked Al Taawoun (3-17) was rolled over at home by fourth ranked Al Fateh (15-5) 93-71 on Friday. Al Fateh well out of reach of Al Taawoun shooting 71.7 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 66.7 percentage. The best player for the winners was Algerian forward Mohamed Harat (198-1990) who scored 27 points and 8 rebounds. American guard Falando Jones (193-1990, college: MVSU) chipped in 26 points (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). American guard Darious Clark (193-1990, college: Slippery Rock, agency: Domantay Sports) produced 24 points and Serbian power forward Aleksandar Marelja (207-1992, agency: BeoBasket) added 17 points and 4 assists respectively for the hosts. Al Fateh have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Ohod. Al Taawoun lost fourth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the bottom position with 17 games lost. They share it with Al Ansar and Al Adalah. Al Fateh will meet at home Deba (#9) in the next round where they are favorite. Al Taawoun will play against Ittihad in Jeddah and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Al Taawoun: D.Clark 24+3reb, A.Marelja 17+3reb+4ast, S.Almutairi 13+1ast, A.Ahmad 9+1reb+1ast, A.Mustafa 7+3reb+2ast, A.Abdullah 1 Al Fateh: M.Harat 27+8reb+2ast, F.Jones 26+3reb+2ast, A.Mohammed 24+3reb+4ast, A.Hazim 8+4reb, A.Khodeir Ali 6+3ast, A.Saad 2+1reb+1ast Ohod - Al Ahli 86-101 The game between Top Four teams took place in Medina. 3rd ranked host Ohod (15-5) lost to first ranked Al Ahli (18-2) 101-86. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Ohod. Al Ahli dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Ohod's 26. They outrebounded Ohod 28-16. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Devin Ebanks (206-1989, college: WVU) who helped to win the game recording 28 points and forward Ayman Belal who added 22 points during the contest. Five Al Ahli players scored in double figures. American point guard James Justice (178-1989, college: UT Southern) responded with 36 points (!!!) and the former international point guard Fahad Belal (181-1991) scored 9 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Al Ahli maintains first position with 18-2 record, which they share with Al Nassr. Ohod at the other side keeps the third place with five games lost. They share the position with Al Fateh. Al Ahli is looking forward to face Al Adalah (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ohod will play against Al Salam (#8) in Al-Awamiyah and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. Top scorers: Ohod: J.Justice 36+3reb+1ast, S.Mohammad 15+1reb+1ast, A.Ahmed 15+1reb+3ast, F.Belal 9+5reb+6ast, N.Elmore 6+6reb, F.Abdulrahman 3+1ast Al Ahli: D.Ebanks 28+4reb+3ast, B.Ayman 22+4reb+3ast, S.Mohammed 17+6reb, D.Liggins 16+4reb+4ast, M.Almuwallad 14+8reb+6ast, A.Shubayli 2+1reb Al Nassr - Al Salam 72-63 Everything went according to plan in Riyadh where second ranked Al Nassr (18-2) beat 8th ranked Al Salam (7-13) 72-63 on Saturday. Al Nassr dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Al Salam's 22. The best player for the winners was American forward Antonio Campbell (206-1994, college: Ohio) who had a double-double by scoring 28 points and 14 rebounds (on 13-of-16 shooting from the field). Nasser Abo Jallas chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. American forward Nick Stover (198-1993, college: USA) produced a double-double by scoring 27 points and 11 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and Abdulaziz Alallawi added 9 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the guests. Al Nassr have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Al Ahli. Loser Al Salam keeps the eighth place with 13 games lost. Al Nassr's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Riyadh to the arena Al Hilal. Top scorers: Al Salam: N.Stover 27+11reb+2ast, A.Abdulaziz 9+7reb+3ast, A.Nimer Hussain 7+8reb+4ast, S.Rashad 6+2reb+2ast, A.McClain 6+1reb, A.Abdulladheem 3+4reb+1ast Al Nassr: A.Campbell 28+14reb, B.Austin 15+2ast, A.Jallas Nasser 12+10reb+4ast, T.Almuhanna 5+6reb+6ast, A.Salem 4, F.Fahad 4+1reb+1ast Round 14Deba - Al Ansar 61-89An interesting game took place in Tabuk where 9th ranked Deba (5-15) was upset on its own court by twelfth ranked Al Ansar (3-17) 89-61 on Friday. Strangely Deba outrebounded Al Ansar 37-23 including a 26-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was American-Nigerian guard Kelechi Ajukwa (201-1995, college: Charlotte) who had a double-double by scoring 41 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds. Guard Salman Almoulad chipped in 12 points and 4 assists. Ukrainian center Vladyslav Koreniuk (210-1994, agency: BIG) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 19 rebounds and American guard Unique McLean (188, college: SFC, agency: Blacktop Management) added 25 points respectively for the hosts. Al Ansar moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Al Adalah and Al Taawoun. Deba lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with 15 games lost. Al Ansar will meet higher ranked Al Wehda (#5) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Deba will play against Al Fateh (#3) in Al Hasa and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Deba: U.McLean 25+4reb+3ast, V.Koreniuk 14+19reb+1ast, H.Jassim 13+1reb+2ast, F.Hussain 4+2reb, H.Hisham 3+1reb, I.Suhail 2+3reb Al Ansar: K.Ajukwa 41+14reb+2ast, A.Salman 12+3reb+4ast, S.Khaled 12+4reb+1ast, A.Ahmed 8+1reb+2ast, A.Mohannad 0, A.Suhair 0 |
| Saudi Arabian SBL round 20 best performance: Kelechi Ajukwa (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 27-year old player had a double-double of 41 points and 14 rebounds, while his team outclassed Deba (#9, 5-15) with 28-point margin 89-61. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Al Ansar is placed at 11th position in Saudi Arabian SBL. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 17 games and recorded just three victories. In the team's last game Ajukwa had a remarkable 68.2% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Al Ansar, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Kelechi Ajukwa averages this season 29.0ppg and 8.8rpg. The second best player in last round's games was young American Antonio Campbell (206-F-1994) of league's second-best Al Nassr. Campbell had a very good evening with a double-double of 28 points and 14 rebounds. Of course Al Nassr cruised to a 72-63 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Al Salam (#8, 7-13). Al Nassr's second position in the standings has not changed. His team belongs to top of the standings with 18-2 record and is considered one of the main candidates for the league title. Campbell is a newcomer at Al Nassr, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was Russian forward Andrey Semenov (200-F-1990) of Al Adalah (#10). Semenov showcased his all-around game by recording 24 points, nineteen rebounds (!!!) and five assists in the last round. Despite Semenov's great performance Al Adalah lost 73-80 to Al Ansar (3-17). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Semenov has individually a great season in Saudi Arabia. After 19 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 24.5ppg (7th best) and rebounds with 12.7rpg (6th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Dewayne Jackson (203-F-1990) of Al Wehda - 28 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists 5. Clinton Chapman (208-F/C-1989) of Al Hilal - 27 points and 16 rebounds 6. James Justice (178-PG-1989) of Ohod - 36 points and 3 rebounds 7. Nick Stover (198-F-1993) of Al Salam - 27 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Mohamed Harat (198-F-1990) of Al Fateh - 27 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Nasser Alabsi (183-G-1993) of Al Hilal - 27 points, 2 rebounds and 6 assists 10. Unique McLean (188-G) of Deba - 25 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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| Nike SBL Round 26: Iskra Svit defeat Prievidza 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 Nike SBL. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Seventh-ranked Prievidza (7-19) gave a tough game to second ranked Iskra Svit (17-9) on Saturday. The visitors from Svit managed to secure only two-point victory 79-77. However their fans expected much easier game. American swingman TJ Atwood (198-1997, college: Lamar) scored 27 points to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import point guard Tavon King (180-1997, college: Cumberland) chipped in 19 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. American guard Jamari Wheeler (185-1997, college: Ohio St.) responded with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Iskra Svit have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 17-9 record having just three points less than leader Spisski Rytieri. Prievidza lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 19 games lost. Iskra Svit are looking forward to face Lucenec (#5) at home in the next round. Prievidza will play against the league's leader Spisski Rytieri in Nova Ves and is hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series. Important game to mention about took place in Lucenec. Fifth ranked Lucenec (13-13) saved a 1-point victory at home edging one of their biggest challengers Komarno (13-13) 62-61 in the game for the fourth place. Montenegrin forward Vasilije Knezevic (202-1996) notched 10 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort and Lukas Bolek supported him with 10 points and 4 assists. Even 20 points by Serbian swingman Luka Gasic (195-1998) did not help to save the game for Komarno. Lucenec have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Inter Bratislava and Komarno. Lucenec will play against league's second-placed Iskra Svit on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Komarno will play against Inter Bratislava and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game between Top Four teams took place in Levice. 3rd ranked host Levice (16-10) lost to first ranked Spisski Rytieri (20-6) 121-114. The best player for the winners was Lautaro Lopez who had a double-double by scoring 18 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists. Martin Bachan produced a double-double by scoring 26 points and 12 rebounds for the hosts. Spisski Rytieri maintains first position with 20-6 record. Defending champion Levice keeps the third place with ten games lost. Spisski Rytieri will meet at home Prievidza (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Levice will play against Handlova (#8) and hope to secure a win. Lucenec - Komarno 62-61 Important game to mention about took place in Lucenec. Fifth ranked Lucenec (13-13) saved a 1-point victory at home edging one of their biggest challengers Komarno (13-13) 62-61 in the game for the fourth place. Montenegrin forward Vasilije Knezevic (202-1996) notched 10 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort and the former international Lukas Bolek (194-1997) supported him with 10 points and 4 assists. Even 20 points by Serbian swingman Luka Gasic (195-1998) did not help to save the game for Komarno. American point guard Demarkus Stuckey Jr (183-1995, college: Goshen) added 14 points for the guests. Lucenec have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Inter Bratislava and Komarno. Lucenec will play against league's second-placed Iskra Svit on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Komarno will play against Inter Bratislava and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Komarno: L.Gasic 20+2reb+1ast, D.Stuckey Jr. 14+3reb+1ast, S.Gatling 9+5reb+3ast, V.Samuel 7+5reb+1ast, M.Danielic 4, M.Dolnik 4+9reb Lucenec: T.Armstrong 11+3reb+3ast, L.Bolek 10+3reb+4ast, V.Knezevic 10+7reb+2ast, J.Zorvan 7+4reb, T.Valdis Sullivan 6+3reb+1ast, L.Juraj 5+5reb Prievidza - Iskra Svit 77-79 Seventh-ranked Prievidza (7-19) gave a tough game to second ranked Iskra Svit (17-9) on Saturday. The visitors from Svit managed to secure only two-point victory 79-77. However their fans expected much easier game. American swingman TJ Atwood (198-1997, college: Lamar) scored 27 points to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import point guard Tavon King (180-1997, college: Cumberland) chipped in 19 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. American guard Jamari Wheeler (185-1997, college: Ohio St.) responded with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Serbian forward Dusan Hukic (210-1993) scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. Five Iskra Svit and four Prievidza players scored in double figures. Iskra Svit have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 17-9 record having just three points less than leader Spisski Rytieri. Prievidza lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 19 games lost. Iskra Svit are looking forward to face Lucenec (#5) at home in the next round. Prievidza will play against the league's leader Spisski Rytieri in Nova Ves and is hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series. Top scorers: Prievidza: D.Hukic 18+5reb+1ast, J.Wheeler 15+9reb+4ast, K.Anderson 15+1ast, L.Patrik 10+1reb, K.Taylor 8+6reb+6ast, A.Krcmarik 6 Iskra Svit: T.Atwood 27+3reb+1ast, T.King 19+5reb+7ast, X.Smith 12+5reb+1ast, K.Goncalves 11+7reb+1ast, H.Koval 10+6reb+3ast, M.Adam 0 Levice - Spisski Rytieri 114-121 The game between Top Four teams took place in Levice. 3rd ranked host Levice (16-10) lost to first ranked Spisski Rytieri (20-6) 121-114. The best player for the winners was Argentinian point guard Lautaro Lopez (189-1999, agency: Octagon Europe) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists. American guard Patrick McGlynn (188-1992, college: URI, agency: Mansfield and Associates) chipped in 26 points and 4 assists. The former international power forward Martin Bachan (203-1995) produced a double-double by scoring 26 points and 12 rebounds and Bosnian point guard Drasko Knezevic (185-1993) added 28 points and 8 assists respectively for the hosts. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Spisski Rytieri maintains first position with 20-6 record. Defending champion Levice keeps the third place with ten games lost. Spisski Rytieri will meet at home Prievidza (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Levice will play against Handlova (#8) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Levice: D.Knezevic 28+4reb+8ast, M.Bachan 26+12reb+3ast, T.McCallum 18+5reb+3ast, B.Kovac 13+7reb+1ast, D.Van Oostrum 12+3reb+5ast, D.Abraham 8+6reb+2ast Spisski Rytieri: P.McGlynn 26+2reb+4ast, V.Granic 19+9reb, L.Lopez 18+7reb+10ast, M.Fusek 15+13reb, V.Juricek 15+7reb+1ast, D.Hlivak 14+1ast |
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| South Korean KBL round 36 best performance: Jameel Warney - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 28-year old player had a double-double of 26 points and 14 rebounds, while his team edged out Anyang (#1, 35-14) 74-73. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Seoul Knights maintains the 3rd position in South Korean KBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Seoul Knights will need more victories to improve their 30-19 record. In the team's last game Warney had a remarkable 52.4% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Seoul Knights, through which he has constantly improved. Former Stony Brook University star has very solid stats this year. Warney is league's best scorer averaging so far 23.8ppg. Warney is in league's top in rebounds (3rd best: 11.2rpg) and averages impressive 54.1% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young international Lee Jung-Hyun (190-SF-1999) of Goyang. Jung-Hyun had a very good evening with 30 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Of course Goyang cruised to a 92-83 relatively comfortable win over the higher-ranked LG Sakers (#2, 33-16). Goyang's 5th position in the standings has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 24-24 record is not bad and everything may still change. Jung-Hyun is well-known at Goyang and is a proven leader in his second season with the team. Third on the list of top players last round was Hungarian forward Jarrod Jones (207-F/C-1990) of Suwon KT (#7). Jones showcased his all-around game by recording 29 points, ten rebounds and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of Suwon KT, leading his team to a 86-83 win against slightly lower-ranked KoGas (#9, 17-32). The chances of Suwon KT ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 28 games, recording just twenty victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Jones could help Suwon KT to bring them higher in the standings. Jones has a great season in South Korea. After 27 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 18.9ppg (3rd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Guna Ra (203-F-1989) of KCC Egis - 21 points, 14 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Gaige Prim (203-F-1999) of Mobis Phoebus - 24 points and 10 rebounds 6. Rhon Jhay Abarrientos (181-G-1999) of Mobis Phoebus - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 7. Anthony Morse (206-F-1994) of Seoul Thunders - 20 points and 15 rebounds 8. Yoongi Ha (203-C-1999) of Suwon KT - 24 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Devon Scott (206-F/C-1994) of KoGas - 20 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Jonathan Arledge (207-F/C-1991) of Goyang - 27 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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The 28-year old center had a double-double of 18 points and ten rebounds, while his team crushed Melilla (#18, 4-20) with 19-point margin 85-66. Valladolid is placed at 4th position in Spanish LEB Gold. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Valladolid will need more victories to improve their 16-8 record. It was one of impressive evenings for Allen as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Kevin Allen averages this season 8.8ppg and 6.0rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young center Oliver Arteaga (207-C-1983) of Oviedo. Arteaga impressed basketball fans with 17 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists. It was enough for Oviedo to edge the higher-ranked Estudiantes (#5, 16-8) by 2 points 68-66. This victory allowed Oviedo to move up to 13th position in the standings. 17 lost games are too many comparing to just seven victories Oviedo managed to get this year. Arteaga is one of the most experienced players at Oviedo and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. The third best performed player last round was American Eric Stutz (203-F-1992) of Castello (#11). Stutz scored 23 points. He was a key player of Castello, leading his team to a 85-80 win against the higher-ranked Palencia (#2, 21-4). The chances of Castello ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 13 games, recording just eleven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Stutz could help Castello to bring them higher in the standings. Stutz has a great season in Spain. After 23 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.9ppg (3rd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Ivan Aurrecoechea (204-F-1995) of Albacete - 15 points and 12 rebounds 5. Justin Jaworski (190-G-1999) of Gipuzkoa - 30 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Oscar Alvarado (184-PG-1991) of Castello - 20 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists 7. Rasid Mahalbasic (210-C-1990) of Burgos - 21 points and 5 rebounds 8. Kevin Bercy (201-F-1994) of Caceres - 21 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Michael Torres Cuevas (188-G-1994) of Valladolid - 19 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Yunio Barrueta (196-F/G-1993) of Coruna - 21 points and 2 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Harding's 41-point game gives him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 41 points for Manresa in his team's victory, helping them to beat Real Betis (#17, 5-18) 91-84. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Manresa is placed at 16th position in Spanish league. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 17 games and recorded just five victories. In the team's last game Harding had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range and got six three-pointers out of 11 attempts. He turned to be Manresa's top player in his first season with the team. Weber State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Harding is in league's top in points (3rd best: 16.7ppg). Second best performed player last round was Simon Birgander (209-C-1997) of Joventut. He is Swedish center in his 6th season at Joventut. In the last game Birgander recorded impressive double-double of 23 points and 15 rebounds. Of course he led Joventut to another comfortable win 103-86 over the lower-ranked Fuenlabrada (#18, 3-20) being unquestionably team leader. Joventut's 5th position in the standings has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 15-8 record is not bad and everything may still change. Birgander is one of the most experienced players at Joventut and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to Ethan Happ (208-C/F-1996) of Rio Breogan (#9). Happ scored 23 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). Despite Happ's great performance Rio Breogan lost 71-87 to the lower-ranked Zaragoza (#14, 8-15). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Rio Breogan ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 12 games, recording just eleven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Happ could help Rio Breogan to bring them higher in the standings. Happ has a great season in Spain. After 23 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 7.9rpg (#1 in league). Other top performing players last week: 4. Keanu Pinder (205-F/C-1995) of Fuenlabrada - 25 points and 7 rebounds 5. Gabriel Deck (198-F-1995) of Real Madrid - 21 points and 6 rebounds 6. Kendrick Perry (183-PG-1992) of Unicaja - 19 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Stefan Jovic (198-G-1990) of Zaragoza - 18 points and 6 assists 8. Aleksander Balcerowski (218-C-2000) of Gran Canaria - 20 points and 6 rebounds 9. Youssou Ndoye (213-C-1991) of Granada - 19 points and 2 rebounds 10. Francisco Alonso (191-G-1996) of Bilbao - 18 points and 4 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The biggest surprise took place in Castellon where host Castello (11-13) beat league's leader Palencia (21-4) 85-80 on Friday evening. Castello shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 59.1 percentage. 26 personal fouls committed by Palencia helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American forward Eric Stutz (203-1992, college: EKU) who scored 23 points. point guard Oscar Alvarado (184-1991) chipped in 20 points and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Alec Wintering (183-1995, college: Portland) who recorded 13 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Castello have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain eleventh position with 11-13 record. Newly promoted Palencia dropped to the second place with four games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Andorra. Palencia will play next round against Cantabria trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Castello will try to continue on its current victory against eighth ranked Burgos on the road. Important game to mention about took place in Alicante. Eighth ranked Alicante (15-9) saved a 3-point victory at home edging higher ranked Lleida (16-8) 79-76 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Lleida. It was a good game for American swingman Delaney Blaylock (196-1997, college: Lewis) who led his team to a victory with 17 points. Osvaldas Matulionis contributed with 13 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Argentinian guard Juan Ignacio Marcos (188-2000) replied with 22 points and 4 assists for Lleida. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Alicante moved-up to seventh place. Lleida at the other side dropped to the fourth position with eight games lost. They share it with Estudiantes and Valladolid. Alicante will play against higher ranked Estudiantes (#5) in Madrid in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Lleida will play at home against the league's leader Andorra where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Leader Andorra delivered the twenty second victory on Saturday night. This time they crushed 17th ranked Iraurgi SB (5-19) 89-61. Worth to mention a quality performance of Nacho Llovet who helped to win the game recording 14 points and 5 rebounds. Andorra's coach Natxo Lezcano felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was Nathan Hoover with 18 points. Andorra have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 22-3 record. Iraurgi SB lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixteenth place with 19 games lost. They share the position with Albacete. Andorra will meet Lleida (#6) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Iraurgi SB will play against Gipuzkoa (#9) and hope to secure a win. Rest of the games of round 24 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Ourense defeated Albacete in a road game 74-66. Cantabria was beaten by Caceres at home 93-96. Burgos lost to Gipuzkoa on the opponent's court 79-84. Oviedo managed to outperform Estudiantes in a home game 68-66. Coruna managed to beat Almansa on the road 93-86. Valladolid crushed Melilla on its own court 85-66. The best stats of 24th round was 18 points and 10 rebounds by Kevin Allen of Valladolid. Albacete - Ourense 66-74 There was no surprise when 16th ranked Albacete (5-19) was defeated at home by twelfth ranked Ourense (8-16) 74-66 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of Lithuanian guard Augustas Peciukevicius (193-1991) who helped to win the game recording 11 points and 9 rebounds and guard Jose Urtasun (186) who added 12 points and 4 assists during the contest. Four Ourense players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was forward Ivan Aurrecoechea (204-1995, college: NM State) with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds and point guard Guillem Ferrando (186-2002) scored 15 points and 6 assists. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Newly promoted Ourense maintains twelfth position with 8-16 record. Albacete lost fifth consecutive game. Albacete at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the sixteenth place with 19 games lost. They share the position with Iraurgi SB. Ourense will meet at home higher ranked Valladolid (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Albacete will play against Caceres (#14) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Ourense: U.Jose 12+3reb+4ast, F.Manjgafic 11+6reb, A.Peciukevicius 11+9reb+2ast, K.Kuath 10+6reb, S.Gjuroski 9+4reb+2ast, F.Ventura 5 Albacete: F.Guillem 15+1reb+6ast, I.Aurrecoechea 15+12reb+1ast, R.Raitanen 8+9reb+1ast, D.Knudsen 7+1reb, J.Mejias 5+1reb+1ast, J.Santana 5 Cantabria - Caceres 93-96 There was a surprise result in Torrelavega where fifteenth ranked Caceres (7-17) edged higher ranked Cantabria (12-12) 96-93 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of Haitian-Canadian forward Kevin Bercy (201-1994, college: St.Francis X.) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and 9 rebounds and Serbian-Portuguese center Sasa Borovnjak (206-1989, college: Penn St., agency: 011 Sports) who added 19 points during the contest. The best for the losing side was Bosnian Mirza Bulic (207-1992) with 16 points and 9 rebounds and American point guard Shakir Smith (185-1992, college: ASU) scored 18 points and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Caceres moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Oviedo and Almansa. Newly promoted Cantabria keeps the tenth position with 12 games lost. Caceres will meet at home Albacete (#16) in the next round. Cantabria will play against the league's second-placed Palencia (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Caceres: K.Bercy 21+9reb+3ast, S.Borovnjak 19+3reb, K.Vasileiadis 15+2reb, S.Pablo 14+4reb+1ast, V.Cepukaitis 7+5reb+2ast, L.Bracey 7+1reb+1ast Cantabria: S.Smith 18+1reb+4ast, M.Bulic 16+9reb+2ast, J.Harrar 13+2reb+1ast, A.Marin 10+3reb+4ast, A.Sans 8+3reb+4ast, D.Pena 8+1reb+2ast Castello - Palencia 85-80 The biggest surprise took place in Castellon where host Castello (11-13) beat league's leader Palencia (21-4) 85-80 on Friday evening. Castello shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 59.1 percentage. 26 personal fouls committed by Palencia helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American forward Eric Stutz (203-1992, college: EKU) who scored 23 points. Point guard Oscar Alvarado (184-1991) chipped in 20 points and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Alec Wintering (183-1995, college: Portland) who recorded 13 points and 8 rebounds and his fellow American import guard Devin Schmidt (193-1994, college: Delta St.) added 19 points respectively. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Castello have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain eleventh position with 11-13 record. Newly promoted Palencia dropped to the second place with four games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Andorra. Palencia will play next round against Cantabria trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Castello will try to continue on its current victory against eighth ranked Burgos on the road. Top scorers: Castello: E.Stutz 23+4reb+2ast, O.Alvarado 20+3reb+6ast, E.Alley 16+5reb+2ast, J.Bilbao 8+6reb+1ast, M.Dijkstra 7+5reb+2ast, X.Rey 6+2reb Palencia: D.Schmidt 19+1reb, A.Wintering 13+8reb+2ast, T.McGrew 12+3reb+4ast, J.Ortega 8+5reb+3ast, K.Kostadinov 7+1reb, M.Rodriguez 7+2reb Gipuzkoa - Burgos 84-79 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in San Sebastian where 8th ranked Burgos (14-10) was defeated by ninth ranked Gipuzkoa (14-10) 84-79 on Sunday. Gipuzkoa made 20-of-22 free shots (90.9 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Justin Jaworski (190-1999, college: Lafayette) who helped to win the game recording 30 points (went 11 for 11 at the free throw line !!!) and forward Ander Martinez (194-1995) who added 16 points (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) during the contest. The best for the losing side was Austrian-Slovenian center Rasid Mahalbasic (210-1990, agency: BeoBasket) with 21 points and 5 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) and Slovenian point guard Luka Rupnik (186-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 9 points and 7 assists. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Gipuzkoa moved-up to eighth place, which they share with defeated Burgos. Gipuzkoa will meet Iraurgi SB (#17) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Burgos will play against Castello (#11) and hope to secure a win and be promoted back to the Liga Endesa just one year after relegation. Top scorers: Gipuzkoa: J.Jaworski 30+3reb+3ast, A.Martinez 16+4reb, M.Carlson 8+2reb+2ast, M.Delas 8+4reb, X.Beraza 7+3reb, R.Nurger 6+3reb Burgos: R.Mahalbasic 21+5reb+1ast, A.Barrera 15+2reb, I.Kouzeloglou 10+3reb, J.van Zegeren 9+4reb, L.Rupnik 9+2reb+7ast, G.Corbalan 7+6reb+2ast Andorra - Iraurgi SB 89-61 Leader Andorra delivered the twenty second victory on Saturday night. This time they crushed 17th ranked Iraurgi SB (5-19) 89-61. Andorra made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Andorra outrebounded Iraurgi SB 54-31 including a 19-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Iraurgi SB's players. Worth to mention a quality performance of the former international center Nacho Llovet (202-1991) who helped to win the game recording 14 points and 5 rebounds and Croatian center Marin Maric (211-1994, college: DePaul, agency: BIG) who added 14 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Andorra's coach Natxo Lezcano felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was American forward Nathan Hoover (193-1997, college: Wofford) with 18 points and Swedish point guard Barra Njie (191-2001) scored 12 points and 5 rebounds. Andorra have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 22-3 record. Iraurgi SB lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixteenth place with 19 games lost. They share the position with Albacete. Andorra will meet Lleida (#6) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Iraurgi SB will play against Gipuzkoa (#9) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Andorra: C.Czerapowicz 16+4reb, N.Llovet 14+5reb+2ast, M.Maric 14+5reb+2ast, A.Bartolome 10+7reb, T.Schreiner 9+3ast, F.Dos Anjos 8+9reb+2ast Iraurgi SB: N.Hoover 18+3reb+2ast, K.Sy 12+4reb, B.Njie 12+5reb+2ast, I.Guridi 6+3reb+1ast, A.Manex 6+6reb, D.Van Eyck 5+5reb+2ast Alicante - Lleida 79-76 Important game to mention about took place in Alicante. Eighth ranked Alicante (15-9) saved a 3-point victory at home edging higher ranked Lleida (16-8) 79-76 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Lleida. It was a good game for American swingman Delaney Blaylock (196-1997, college: Lewis) who led his team to a victory with 17 points. Lithuanian Osvaldas Matulionis (200-1991) contributed with 13 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Argentinian guard Juan Ignacio Marcos (188-2000) replied with 22 points and 4 assists and Serbian power forward Vasilije Vucetic (207-1996) added 6 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Lleida. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Alicante moved-up to seventh place. Lleida at the other side dropped to the fourth position with eight games lost. They share it with Estudiantes and Valladolid. Alicante will play against higher ranked Estudiantes (#5) in Madrid in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Lleida will play at home against the league's leader Andorra where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Alicante: D.Blaylock 17+2reb+3ast, N.Rakocevic 14+3reb+1ast, O.Matulionis 13+5reb+2ast, E.Gatell 9+8reb+2ast, S.McDonnell 9+10reb, G.Arcos 5+2reb Lleida: J.Ignacio Marcos 22+4reb+4ast, J.Lobo 11+3reb+1ast, A.Urtasun 9+2reb+3ast, A.Sidibe 8+5reb, M.Gonzalez 7+4reb+4ast, V.Vucetic 6+8reb+2ast Oviedo - Estudiantes 68-66 There was a surprise result when fifteenth ranked Oviedo (7-17) edged at home higher ranked Estudiantes (16-8) 68-66 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of center Oliver Arteaga (207-1983) who helped to win the game recording 17 points and 8 rebounds (perfect from the field making all six shots) and Marc Marti (204-1997) who added 15 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. Four Oviedo players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American-Italian guard Paul Jorgensen (188-1996, college: Butler) with 16 points and American guard Mark Hughes (193-1997, college: Wright St.) scored 15 points. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Oviedo moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Caceres and Almansa. Estudiantes lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with eight games lost. They share it with Valladolid and Lleida. Oviedo will meet higher ranked Coruna (#3) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Estudiantes will play against Alicante and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Oviedo: O.Arteaga 17+8reb+3ast, M.Marti 15+6reb+1ast, R.Crouch 13+3reb+2ast, C.Brown 10+3reb, D.Adria 5+2reb, T.Thorbjarnarson 4+3ast Estudiantes: P.Jorgensen 16+2reb+1ast, T.Leimanis 15+2ast, M.Hughes 15+2reb+1ast, D.Ruben 6+1reb+1ast, H.Alderete 4+2reb, K.Larsen 4+5reb+3ast Almansa - Coruna 86-93 Not a big story in a game when 12th ranked Almansa (7-17) was defeated at home by third ranked Coruna (17-7) 93-86 on Saturday. Coruna dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Almansa's 18 and made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Coruna looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American-Cuban swingman Yunio Barrueta (196-1993, college: Barry, agency: BIG) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and Nigerian-American power forward Lotanna Nwogbo (205-1993, college: Longwood) who added 14 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Jaime Fernandez (208-2000) with 19 points and 9 rebounds and guard Sergi Costa (189-1996) scored 16 points and 5 assists. Five Coruna and four Almansa players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Coruna have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 17-7 record having six points less than leader Andorra. Loser Almansa dropped to the thirteenth place with 17 games lost. They share the position with Caceres and Oviedo. Coruna will meet at home Oviedo (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Almansa will play against Melilla and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Coruna: Y.Barrueta 21+2reb, L.Nwogbo 14+8reb, J.Vega 12+4reb, A.Diagne 12+7reb+3ast, K.Olle Lundqvist 12+3reb+1ast, A.Font 9+1reb Almansa: J.Fernandez 19+9reb+2ast, S.Costa 16+1reb+5ast, D.Mateo 11+3reb+5ast, M.Ogunsipe 10+6reb+1ast, J.Menendez 7+5reb, P.Aranitovic 7+1reb Valladolid - Melilla 85-66 Everything went according to plan when sixth ranked Valladolid (16-8) outleveled at home bottom-ranked Melilla (4-20) 85-66 on Saturday. Valladolid had a 31-20 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of American center Kevin Allen (209-1994, college: Emporia St., agency: Players Group) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) and naturalized Dominican guard Michael Torres Cuevas (188-1994) who added 19 points during the contest. Four Valladolid players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American point guard Trey Davis (183-1993, college: UMass) with 11 points and Lithuanian Simas Jarumbauskas (198-2000, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 11 points. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Valladolid moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Estudiantes and Lleida. Melilla lost eleventh consecutive game. They stay dead last with 20 lost games. Valladolid will meet Ourense (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Melilla will play against Almansa (#15) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Valladolid: M.Torres Cuevas 19+2reb+3ast, K.Allen 18+10reb+1ast, M.Pantzar 11+3reb+2ast, S.De La Fuente 10+2reb+1ast, M.Kovacevic 7+1reb, J.Kuiper 5+3reb Melilla: S.Jarumbauskas 11+3reb+1ast, T.Davis 11+4reb+3ast, A.Thompson 10+2reb, D.Balaban 8+4reb+1ast, G.Mulero 6+4reb+3ast, S.Rodriguez 5 |
| Liga Endesa Round 23: Baskonia defeat Real Madrid - 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 Real Madrid (19-4) at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by Baskonia (19-4) 95-88. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Real Madrid. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Baskonia made 7 blocks. American point guard Markus Howard (180-1999, college: Marquette) orchestrated the victory by scoring 19 points. Armenian-American center Steven Enoch (208-1997, college: Louisville) contributed with 10 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Argentinian forward Gabriel Deck (198-1995) answered with 21 points and 6 rebounds for Real Madrid. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Baskonia have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Real Madrid and Barca. Baskonia is looking forward to face Bilbao (#11) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Real Madrid's supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Madrid to the arena Fuenlabrada. The game in Malaga was also worth to mention about. Second ranked Barca (19-4) played at the court of 6th ranked Unicaja (14-9). Barca managed to secure a 5-point victory 86-81. It was a great evening for Argentinian guard Nicolas Laprovittola (190-1990) who led his team to a victory scoring 16 points and 9 assists. Tomas Satoransky helped adding 16 points. American-Montenegrin point guard Kendrick Perry (183-1992, college: YSU) responded with 19 points and 4 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Barca keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Real Madrid and Baskonia. Unicaja at the other side keeps the sixth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Gran Canaria. Barca will play against Joventut (#5) in Badalona in the next round. Unicaja will play on the road against Real Betis in Sevilla and hopes to get back on the winning track. Worth to mention about the upset in a game between Rio Breogan (11-12) and Zaragoza (8-15), which took place in Lugo. Higher ranked Rio Breogan lost at home to fourteenth ranked Zaragoza 71-87 on Sunday. It was an exceptional evening for Stefan Jovic who led the winners and scored 18 points, 6 assists and 5 steals. Ethan Happ came up with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) for Rio Breogan in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Zaragoza moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Girona. Loser Rio Breogan keeps the ninth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Obradoiro. Zaragoza will meet at home higher ranked Valencia (#8) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Rio Breogan will play against Obradoiro in Santiago de Compostela and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no big surprises in other games of round 23: Tenerife smashed Obradoiro on the road 78-58. Manresa won against Real Betis on its own court 91-84. Bottom-ranked Fuenlabrada unfortunately lost to Joventut in Badalona 86-103. Gran Canaria managed to beat Murcia at home 107-89. Girona was defeated by Bilbao on the opponent's court 77-84. Valencia beat Granada in a home game 80-72. The most impressive performance of 23th round was 19 points by Youssou Ndoye of Granada. Obradoiro - Tenerife 58-78 No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Tenerife (16-6) crushed 10th ranked Obradoiro (11-12) in Santiago de Compostela 78-58 on Saturday. Tenerife looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was an exceptional evening for American forward Elgin Cook (197-1993, college: Oregon, agency: BeoBasket) who led the winners and scored 17 points. Finnish Sasu Salin (190-1991) accounted for 18 points for the winning side. Canadian guard Kassius Robertson (190-1994, college: Missouri, agency: Octagon Europe) came up with 16 points and 5 rebounds and British-Canadian Thomas Scrubb (199-1991, college: Carleton, agency: Octagon Europe) added 6 points respectively for Obradoiro in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Tenerife maintains fourth place with 16-6 record. Loser Obradoiro dropped to the ninth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Rio Breogan. Tenerife will meet at home Gran Canaria (#6) in the next round. Obradoiro will play against Rio Breogan and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Tenerife: S.Salin 18+1reb+1ast, E.Cook 17+4reb+1ast, G.Shermadini 11+5reb+1ast, J.Fernandez 10+2reb+2ast, F.Guerra 8+3reb+4ast, M.Huertas 6+4reb+6ast Obradoiro: K.Robertson 16+5reb, F.Zurbriggen 7+1reb+1ast, E.Vicedo 7+2reb, T.Scrubb 6+4reb+2ast, A.Suarez 5+2reb, R.Guerrero 5+4reb+3ast Manresa - Real Betis 91-84 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 16th ranked Real Betis (5-18) lost on the road to seventeenth ranked Manresa (5-17) 91-84 on Saturday. It was an exceptional evening for American point guard Jerrick Harding (185-1998, college: Weber St.) who led the winners and scored 41 points (!!!) (was perfect 11-for-11 from the free throw line !!!). Polish-Argentinian Juan Pablo Vaulet (198-1996) accounted for 11 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side. The former international Tyson Perez (202-1996) came up with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds and American point guard Joshua Gray (185-1993, college: LSU) added 17 points and 6 assists respectively for Real Betis in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Manresa moved-up to sixteenth place. Loser Real Betis dropped to the seventeenth position with 18 games lost. Manresa will meet higher ranked Girona (#13) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Real Betis will play against Unicaja (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Manresa: J.Harding 41+1ast, J.Pablo Vaulet 11+8reb+1ast, D.Perez 11+1reb+8ast, M.Geben 8+7reb+1ast, D.Robinson 6+4reb+1ast, A.Waczynski 5+1reb+1ast Real Betis: J.Gray 17+6ast, T.Perez 16+11reb+2ast, J.Montero 15+3reb+4ast, A.Pasecniks 9+4reb+1ast, A.Cvetkovic 9+1ast, D.Bertans 8 Joventut - Fuenlabrada 103-86 Very predictable result when fifth ranked Joventut (15-8) won against bottom-ranked Fuenlabrada (3-20) in Badalona 103-86 on Saturday. Joventut outrebounded Fuenlabrada 41-22 including a 20-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Swedish center Simon Birgander (209-1997) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 15 rebounds and 5 blocks. American center Henry Ellenson (208-1997, college: Marquette) accounted for 20 points for the winning side. Australian power forward Keanu Pinder (205-1995, college: Arizona) came up with 25 points and 7 rebounds and Serbian point guard Jovan Novak (191-1994, agency: BeoBasket) added 10 points and 13 assists respectively for Fuenlabrada in the defeat. Four Joventut and five Fuenlabrada players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Joventut maintains fifth place with 15-8 record. Fuenlabrada lost their sixteenth game in a row. They stay dead last with 20 lost games. Joventut will meet league's leader Barca in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Fuenlabrada's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Madrid Real Madrid. Top scorers: Joventut: S.Birgander 23+15reb+3ast, H.Ellenson 20+3reb+1ast, P.Ribas 11+1reb+5ast, G.Vives 10+2reb+4ast, A.Tomic 10+4reb, J.Parra 10+4reb+1ast Fuenlabrada: K.Pinder 25+7reb+1ast, L.Kromah 16+2reb+1ast, P.Ali 12+1reb+4ast, K.Horton 12+3reb+1ast, J.Novak 10+4reb+13ast, L.Malique 4+2reb Gran Canaria - Murcia 107-89 Not a big story in a game when 12th ranked Murcia (9-14) lost to seventh ranked Gran Canaria (14-9) in Las Palmas 89-107 on Saturday. Gran Canaria dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Murcia's 28. It was an exceptional evening for Polish center Aleksander Balcerowski (218-2000, agency: BeoBasket) who led the winners and scored 20 points and 6 rebounds. Argentinian Nicolas Brussino (205-1993) accounted for 18 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side. American James Anderson (198-1989, college: OK State, agency: Octagon Europe) came up with 23 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and the other American import point guard Travis Trice II (183-1993, college: Michigan St.) added 14 points and 6 assists respectively for Murcia in the defeat. Five Murcia players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Gran Canaria moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Unicaja. Loser Murcia keeps the twelfth position with 14 games lost. Gran Canaria will meet higher ranked Tenerife (#4) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Murcia will play against Granada (#15) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Gran Canaria: A.Balcerowski 20+6reb+1ast, N.Brussino 18+5reb+3ast, V.Benite 15+2reb+2ast, A.Slaughter 11+1reb+1ast, M.Carrera 10, A.Albicy 8+4reb+2ast Murcia: J.Anderson 23+2reb, T.McFadden 14+1reb+3ast, T.Trice II 14+4reb+6ast, A.Pustovyi 11+6reb+1ast, I.Diop 11+2reb, K.Urban 6+1reb+1ast Bilbao - Girona 84-77 Everything went according to plan when eleventh ranked Bilbao (10-13) defeated at home 13th ranked Girona (8-15) 84-77 on Sunday. It was an exceptional evening for Swedish point guard Ludvig Hakanson (189-1996, agency: Octagon Europe) who led the winners and scored 12 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Bosnian-Finnish power forward Emir Sulejmanovic (205-1995) accounted for 14 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side. Five Bilbao players scored in double figures. American swingman Kameron Taylor (198-1994, college: Seton Hill) came up with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds and the former international center Marc Gasol (216-1985) added 18 points respectively for Girona in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Bilbao maintains eleventh place with 10-13 record. Girona lost their third game in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the thirteenth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Zaragoza. Bilbao will meet league's second-placed Baskonia in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Girona will play against Manresa (#16) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Bilbao: F.Alonso 18+4reb, E.Sulejmanovic 14+8reb, L.Hakanson 12+5reb+5ast, A.Reyes 11+3reb, G.Tsalmpouris 10+5reb, A.Smith 8+2reb+3ast Girona: M.Gasol 18+3reb+2ast, M.Fjellerup 14+3reb+1ast, K.Taylor 12+12reb+3ast, E.Vila 9+5reb+2ast, P.Garino 8+3reb, D.Miletic 7+5reb Rio Breogan - Zaragoza 71-87 Worth to mention about the upset in a game between Rio Breogan (11-12) and Zaragoza (8-15), which took place in Lugo. Higher ranked Rio Breogan lost at home to fourteenth ranked Zaragoza 71-87 on Sunday. It was an exceptional evening for Serbian guard Stefan Jovic (198-1990, agency: BeoBasket) who led the winners and scored 18 points, 6 assists and 5 steals. Nigerian forward Christian Mekowulu (205-1995, college: Texas A&M) accounted for 14 points for the winning side. Mekowulu is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Zaragoza players scored in double figures. American power forward Ethan Happ (208-1996, college: Wisconsin) came up with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) and Kosovan-American Scott Bamforth (188-1989, college: Weber St., agency: BeoBasket) added 9 points and 4 assists respectively for Rio Breogan in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Zaragoza moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Girona. Loser Rio Breogan keeps the ninth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Obradoiro. Zaragoza will meet at home higher ranked Valencia (#8) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Rio Breogan will play against Obradoiro in Santiago de Compostela and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Zaragoza: S.Jovic 18+1reb+6ast, C.Mekowulu 14+4reb, J.Jessup 12+2ast, C.Wright 11+1reb+4ast, B.Simanic 10+3reb+1ast, T.Hlinason 7+8reb Rio Breogan: E.Happ 23+12reb+1ast, M.Lukovic 15, S.Bamforth 9+2reb+4ast, S.Garcia 5+3reb+1ast, S.Momirov 5+2reb, T.Nakic 5+3reb Unicaja - Barca 81-86 The game in Malaga was also worth to mention about. Second ranked Barca (19-4) played at the court of 6th ranked Unicaja (14-9). Barca managed to secure a 5-point victory 86-81. It was a great evening for Argentinian guard Nicolas Laprovittola (190-1990) who led his team to a victory scoring 16 points and 9 assists. Czech point guard Tomas Satoransky (201-1991, agency: Octagon Europe) helped adding 16 points. Four Barca players scored in double figures. American-Montenegrin point guard Kendrick Perry (183-1992, college: YSU) responded with 19 points and 4 assists and American Tyler Kalinoski (193-1992, college: Davidson) scored 13 points. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Barca keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Real Madrid and Baskonia. Unicaja at the other side keeps the sixth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Gran Canaria. Barca will play against Joventut (#5) in Badalona in the next round. Unicaja will play on the road against Real Betis in Sevilla and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Barca: N.Laprovittola 16+9ast, T.Satoransky 16+3reb+3ast, J.Vesely 11+5reb+3ast, A.Abrines 11+2reb+1ast, R.Jokubaitis 7+1reb, N.Mirotic 7+6reb Unicaja: K.Perry 19+4reb+4ast, T.Kalinoski 13+3reb+1ast, T.Carter 12+3ast, W.Thomas 9+2reb+1ast, D.Kravish 9+4reb+1ast, M.Ejim 7+3ast Real Madrid - Baskonia 88-95 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Real Madrid (19-4) at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by Baskonia (19-4) 95-88. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Real Madrid. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Baskonia made 7 blocks. American point guard Markus Howard (180-1999, college: Marquette) orchestrated the victory by scoring 19 points. Armenian-American center Steven Enoch (208-1997, college: Louisville) contributed with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Argentinian forward Gabriel Deck (198-1995) answered with 21 points and 6 rebounds and naturalized Cape Verdean center Walter Tavares (220-1992) added 12 points, 10 rebounds and 4 blocks in the effort for Real Madrid. Five Baskonia and four Real Madrid players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Baskonia have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Real Madrid and Barca. Baskonia is looking forward to face Bilbao (#11) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Real Madrid's supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Madrid to the arena Fuenlabrada. Top scorers: Baskonia: M.Howard 19+2reb+1ast, M.Heidegger 16+2reb+1ast, V.Marinkovic 15+2ast, R.Giedraitis 12+6reb+1ast, S.Enoch 10+10reb+2ast, M.Kotsar 7+8reb Real Madrid: G.Deck 21+6reb+1ast, D.Musa 15+5reb+3ast, W.Tavares 12+10reb+1ast, A.Hanga 11+2reb+1ast, R.Fernandez 11+1reb, F.Causeur 7+2ast Valencia - Granada 80-72 There was no surprise when 15th ranked Granada (7-16) lost on the road to eighth ranked Valencia (13-10) 80-72 on Sunday. Valencia made 16-of-18 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Granada turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for American James Webb III (203-1993, college: Boise St.) who led the winners and scored 13 points and 7 rebounds. American-Armenian guard Chris Jones (188-1993, college: Angelo St.) accounted for 10 points and 6 assists for the winning side. Five Valencia players scored in double figures. Senegalese center Youssou Ndoye (213-1991, college: St.Bonaventure) came up with 19 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and American forward Luke Maye (203-1997, college: UNC) added 9 points and 10 rebounds respectively for Granada in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Valencia. They maintain eighth place with 13-10 record. Newly promoted Granada keeps the fifteenth position with 16 games lost. Valencia will meet Zaragoza (#14) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Granada will play against Murcia and hope to secure a win. 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| Calixte number one in Sweden Basketligan for round 35 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 28-year old player was the main contributor (30 points, three rebounds and nine assists) to his team's victory, helping them to beat Sodertalje (#8, 12-18) 84-79. Fryshuset maintains the 11th position in Swedish Basketligan. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked at the very bottom. They already lost 29 games and recorded just one victory. In the team's last game Calixte had a remarkable 81.8% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Fryshuset, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Aaron Calixte averages this season 19.4ppg. Worth to mention Calixte 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 another Fryshuset's star - young Leonard Halling-Ibo (202-C-1992). Halling-Ibo had a very good evening with a double-double of 19 points and 11 rebounds. It was enough for Fryshuset to edge the higher-ranked Sodertalje (#8, 12-18) 84-79. Despite this victory they still are dead at the bottom. 29 lost games are too many comparing to just one victory Fryshuset managed to get this year. Halling-Ibo is a newcomer at Fryshuset 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 guard Gustav Hansson (185-PG-1995) of Umea (#4). Hansson scored 24 points and passed seven assists. He was a key player of Umea, leading his team to a 112-100 win against the lower-ranked Koping Stars (#7, 13-17). Umea needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 18 victories and 12 lost games. Hansson has a great season in Sweden. After 29 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 22.3ppg (best scorer) and assists with 6.8apg (3rd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Quatarrius Wilson (203-C/F-1996) of Koping Stars - 24 points and 6 rebounds 5. Ryan Logan (200-F-1994) of Boras - 13 points, 5 rebounds and 12 assists 6. CJ Dunston (198-G/F-1994) of Umea - 14 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Devonte Green (190-G-1997) of Norrkoping - 23 points and 6 rebounds 8. Mathew Mazique (194-F-1998) of Fryshuset - 14 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Sheriff Drammeh (190-G-1996) of Nassjo - 22 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Seth LeDay (201-F-1996) of Sodertalje - 15 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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| Superettan Round 27: AIK Basket defeat Tureberg 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 Superettan. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 27 in the Superettan took place in Solna. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 5th ranked Tureberg (12-10) to seventh ranked AIK Basket (11-12) 102-100 on Sunday evening. AIK Basket made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. It was a great shooting night for AIK Basket especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 71.4 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Tureberg's players. 24 personal fouls committed by Tureberg helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a great evening for the former international Serkan Inan (201-1986) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Olle Welander (-2000) helped adding 26 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was guard Gustav Moberg (189-2000) with 32 points and 6 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. AIK Basket maintains seventh place with 11-12 record. Newly promoted Tureberg keeps the fifth position with ten games lost. AIK Basket will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tureberg will play at home against Team4Q (#14) and is hoping to win this game. Superettan top team - Hogsbo (20-2) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed fourteenth ranked Team4Q (2-20) in Helsingborg 143-79. It was a quality performance for American forward Christian Stewart (201, college: BSC, agency: Interperformances) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Jonathan Peleg accounted for 21 points and 6 assists (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!). Hogsbo's coach Jonas Fredrikson felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Billy Andersson (193-1989) came up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds for Team4Q in the defeat. Hogsbo maintains first place with 20-2 record. Team4Q lost eighth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 20 lost games. Hogsbo will play against IK Eos (#8) in Lund in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Team4Q will play on the road against Tureberg (#5) in Stockholm and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game in Huskvarna supposed to be also quite interesting. Fifth ranked Norrort (13-9) played at the court of 8th ranked Wetterbygden (10-13). Norrort smashed Wetterbygden 101-76 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was David Niklasson who scored 34 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Filip Cantby who recorded 19 points and 4 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Wetterbygden's coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Norrort moved-up to third place. Wetterbygden at the other side keeps the eighth position with 13 games lost. They share it with IK Eos. Norrort will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Wetterbygden will play against Ockelbo (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 27: Ockelbo destroyed Huddinge on the opponent's court 82-55. Eskilstuna managed to outperform IK Eos in a home game 106-93. RIG Mark recorded a loss to Sloga Uppsala on the road 81-68. Huddinge - Ockelbo 55-82 Very expected game when 13th ranked Huddinge (6-16) was crushed at home by sixth ranked Ockelbo (12-11) 82-55 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was power forward Anton Politis (204-2003) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds. Canadian-Vincentian forward Opong Bramble (201-1997, college: CBU, agency: Helping Ballers) chipped in 8 points and 13 rebounds. Four Ockelbo players scored in double figures. Ockelbo's coach David Torrescusa felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was Nassim Mrabty (-1999) who recorded 20 points and guard Leo Chatziathanasiou (191-2001) added 2 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Ockelbo maintains sixth place with 12-11 record. Newly promoted Huddinge keeps the thirteenth position with 16 games lost. Ockelbo will meet at home Wetterbygden (#9) in the next round. Huddinge will play against Eskilstuna (#4) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Huddinge: N.Mrabty 20+2reb+2ast, E.Sahlberg Lihic 9+1reb, J.Sakariya 6+2reb+2ast, P.Jaunzems 5+2reb+2ast, A.Glenn 4+5reb, M.Eskil 4+4reb+1ast Ockelbo: C.Singhateh 14+5reb, E.Jonsson 13+3reb+4ast, P.Anton 12+11reb+1ast, E.Stark 11+2reb+4ast, F.Unger 9+1reb+1ast, O.Bramble 8+13reb Eskilstuna - IK Eos 106-93 Rather predictable result when fifth ranked Eskilstuna (13-10) defeated at home 8th ranked IK Eos (10-13) 106-93 on Saturday. They outrebounded IK Eos 51-31 including a 19-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was guard Einar Bradd (187-2000) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds. Forward Jonathan Ninkingira (198-1999, college: Three Rivers) chipped in 21 points and 6 rebounds. Eskilstuna's coach Wiktor Buszka used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Andreas Von Uthmann (197-1996) who recorded a double-double by scoring 25 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists and point guard Nils Gjorup (177-1992) added 18 points and 5 assists respectively. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Eskilstuna moved-up to fourth place. IK Eos at the other side keep the eighth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Wetterbygden. Eskilstuna will meet at home Huddinge (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. IK Eos will play against the league's leader Hogsbo (#1) in Goteborg and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: IK Eos: A.Von Uthmann 25+14reb+4ast, N.Gjorup 18+3reb+5ast, S.Viktor 14+2reb+3ast, J.Aasa 11+5reb+2ast, O.Karlsson 11+3reb+3ast, M.Nikola 7+1ast Eskilstuna: S.Finden 26+1reb+1ast, J.Ninkingira 21+6reb+1ast, E.Bradd 19+14reb+2ast, A.Karahmetovic 16+5reb+5ast, M.Larsson 15+9reb+4ast, M.Muorwel 7+11reb Sloga Uppsala - RIG Mark 81-68 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 10th ranked RIG Mark (8-13) was defeated on the road by eleventh ranked Sloga Uppsala (9-14) 81-68 on Saturday. Sloga Uppsala shot 28 for 41 from the free-throw line, while RIG Mark only scored three points from the stripe. They outrebounded RIG Mark 46-29 including a 30-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was naturalized Serbian forward Dragan Damjanovic (203-1988) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 15 rebounds. Forward Oliver Ehrnvall (203-1996, college: St.Cloud St.) chipped in 19 points and 9 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Eddie Hedqvist (-2005) who recorded 28 points and 7 rebounds and guard Tim Jonsson (197-2004) added 20 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Sloga Uppsala have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to tenth place. RIG Mark at the other side dropped to the eleventh position with 13 games lost. Sloga Uppsala will meet league's second-placed Helsingborg on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. RIG Mark will play against Trelleborg (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: RIG Mark: H.Eddie 28+7reb+1ast, J.Tim 20+5reb+2ast, A.Max 6+4reb+4ast, M.Dante 5+2ast, M.Kaspar 5+5reb+4ast, O.Samuel 4+4reb+1ast Sloga Uppsala: O.Ehrnvall 19+9reb+1ast, M.Nakos 17+6ast, D.Damjanovic 14+15reb+2ast, E.Westerlund 9+4reb+2ast, J.Stenhede 8+6reb, E.Samuel 8+5reb Wetterbygden - Norrort 76-101 The game in Huskvarna supposed to be also quite interesting. Fifth ranked Norrort (13-9) played at the court of 8th ranked Wetterbygden (10-13). Norrort smashed Wetterbygden 101-76 on Saturday. Norrort dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Wetterbygden's 38. They outrebounded Wetterbygden 43-27 including 31 on the defensive glass. Norrort looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was guard David Niklasson (193-1995, college: N.Platte CC) who scored 34 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds. Guard Mattias Herlitz (190-1994) chipped in a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Filip Cantby (-2002) who recorded 19 points and 4 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and guard Karim Wazzi (167-1988) added 10 points and 6 assists respectively. Wetterbygden's coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Norrort moved-up to third place. Wetterbygden at the other side keeps the eighth position with 13 games lost. They share it with IK Eos. Norrort will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Wetterbygden will play against Ockelbo (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Wetterbygden: C.Filip 19+1reb+4ast, D.Sisic 12+2reb+3ast, K.Wazzi 10+4reb+6ast, H.Isak 8+1reb+2ast, F.Gomes 7+7reb+2ast, L.Noah 7+5reb+2ast Norrort: D.Niklasson 34+8reb+3ast, M.Herlitz 20+3reb+10ast, A.Kasper 14+4reb+2ast, J.Ehlde 9+5reb+1ast, J.Lundin 9+2reb+5ast, B.Max 8+8reb Team4Q - Hogsbo 79-143 Superettan top team - Hogsbo (20-2) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed fourteenth ranked Team4Q (2-20) in Helsingborg 143-79. Hogsbo shot 60.7 percent from the field. Hogsbo outrebounded Team4Q 48-30 including a 34-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three nailing 28 long-distance shots on high 51.9 percentage. Hogsbo players were unselfish on offense dishing 43 assists comparing to just 20 passes made by Team4Q's players. It was a quality performance for American forward Christian Stewart (201, college: BSC, agency: Interperformances) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Naturalized Israeli guard Jonathan Peleg (191-1994) accounted for 21 points and 6 assists (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!) for the winning side. Hogsbo's coach Jonas Fredrikson felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Billy Andersson (193-1989) came up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds and Sasa Vural added 16 points and 10 assists respectively for Team4Q in the defeat. Five Hogsbo and four Team4Q players scored in double figures. Hogsbo maintains first place with 20-2 record. Team4Q lost eighth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 20 lost games. Hogsbo will play against IK Eos (#8) in Lund in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Team4Q will play on the road against Tureberg (#5) in Stockholm and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Team4Q: N.Oliver 21+2reb+3ast, B.Andersson 18+10reb+3ast, V.Sasa 16+4reb+10ast, A.Glantz 10+4reb, S.N 9+7reb+3ast, H.Gabriel 5+1ast Hogsbo: A.Karras 21+2ast, J.Peleg 21+1reb+6ast, C.Stewart 16+15reb+6ast, E.Lundstedt 15+2ast, C.Lowe 14+10reb, O.Andersson 13+2reb+7ast AIK Basket - Tureberg 102-100 The most exciting game of round 27 in the Superettan took place in Solna. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 5th ranked Tureberg (12-10) to seventh ranked AIK Basket (11-12) 102-100 on Sunday evening. AIK Basket made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. It was a great shooting night for AIK Basket especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 71.4 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Tureberg's players. 24 personal fouls committed by Tureberg helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a great evening for the former international Serkan Inan (201-1986) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Olle Welander (-2000) helped adding 26 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was guard Gustav Moberg (189-2000) with 32 points and 6 assists and forward Oscar Jernberg (190-1994) scored 26 points. Four Tureberg players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. AIK Basket maintains seventh place with 11-12 record. Newly promoted Tureberg keeps the fifth position with ten games lost. AIK Basket will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tureberg will play at home against Team4Q (#14) and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Tureberg: G.Moberg 32+3reb+6ast, O.Jernberg 26+1reb+3ast, J.David 12+7reb+1ast, J.Thornblom 10+9reb+1ast, W.Laban 7+1reb+3ast, S.Lindqvist 5+3reb AIK Basket: O.Welander 26+9reb+4ast, S.Inan 26+11reb+4ast, R.Gebriel 11+2reb+9ast, W.Castor 9+6reb+2ast, L.Valter 8+1reb+3ast, N.Elias 8+5reb+4ast |
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| NLB Round 21: GC Zurich defeat Winterthur in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There will be only one (last) round of the Regular Season in NLB. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Eighth-ranked Winterthur (10-11) gave a tough game to second ranked GC Zurich (15-6) on Sunday. The visitors from Zurich managed to secure only three-point victory 62-59. However their fans expected much easier game. GC Zurich forced 21 Winterthur turnovers. Forward Mario Gull (195-1998) stepped up and scored 9 points and 4 assists for the winners and forward Neven Kljajic (196-1996) chipped in 8 points and 8 rebounds. GC Zurich's coach Luka Stiplosek used entire bench in such tough game. The best for the losing side was American guard KaeRon Baker (188, college: LCU) with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. GC Zurich have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain second place with 15-6 record having six points less than leader Pully. Newly promoted Winterthur keeps the eighth position with 11 games lost. GC Zurich are looking forward to face Bernex (#5) in Geneve in the next round. Winterthur will play against CNBS and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game between Top Four teams took place in Morges. 3rd placed host Morges-Saint-Prex (14-7) was smashed by leader Pully (21-0) 94-64. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Morges-Saint-Prex. Portuguese forward Joao Grosso (196-1994) nailed 18 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists for the winning side and Zeke Crawford accounted for 12 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks. Swingman Stefano Mobilia (195-2000) came up with 11 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for Morges-Saint-Prex in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the twenty first consecutive win for Pully. They maintain first place with 21-0 record. Morges-Saint-Prex at the other side keeps the third position with seven games lost. Pully will play against Wallabies (#4) in Kuesnacht-Erlenbach in the next round. Morges-Saint-Prex will play on the road against Grand-Saconnex in Geneve and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game in Kuesnacht-Erlenbach was also quite interesting. 5th ranked CNBS (11-9) played at the court of sixth ranked Wallabies (12-9). Wallabies defeated CNBS 70-59 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Michel Bakekolo who scored 15 points and 7 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was David Vuckovic who recorded 11 points and 8 rebounds. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Wallabies. They moved-up to fourth place. Loser CNBS dropped to the sixth position with nine games lost. Wallabies will meet league's leader Pully in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. CNBS will play against Winterthur (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 21: Villars won against Bernex on the opponent's court 67-64. Bottom-ranked Baeren was outscored by Acad.Fribourg in a home game 48-76. Grand-Saconnex rolled over Levaux on the road 94-65. The most impressive stats of the last round was 26 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals by Ugo Dassin of Grand-Saconnex. Morges-Saint-Prex - Pully 64-94 The game between Top Four teams took place in Morges. 3rd placed host Morges-Saint-Prex (14-7) was smashed by leader Pully (21-0) 94-64. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Morges-Saint-Prex. Pully forced 21 Morges-Saint-Prex turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 31 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Morges-Saint-Prex's players. Pully brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. Portuguese forward Joao Grosso (196-1994) nailed 18 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists for the winning side and American forward Zeke Crawford (201-1999, college: Lewis & Clark) accounted for 12 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks. Crawford is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Swingman Stefano Mobilia (195-2000) came up with 11 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Victor Desponds (180-1998) added 15 points respectively for Morges-Saint-Prex in the defeat. 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 twenty first consecutive win for Pully. They maintain first place with 21-0 record. Morges-Saint-Prex at the other side keeps the third position with seven games lost. Pully will play against Wallabies (#4) in Kuesnacht-Erlenbach in the next round. Morges-Saint-Prex will play on the road against Grand-Saconnex in Geneve and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Morges-Saint-Prex: R.Diego 16+2reb+1ast, V.Desponds 15+3reb+2ast, L.Slaughter 12+5reb+2ast, S.Mobilia 11+8reb+4ast, B.Thomas 4+1ast, C.Loris 3+1reb+3ast Pully: G.Jamal 21+2reb+2ast, J.Grosso 18+5reb+8ast, A.Hart 15+6reb, Z.Crawford 12+9reb+4ast, W.Julien 11+2ast, A.Mawuli-Kplim 7+4reb+9ast Wallabies - CNBS 70-59 The game in Kuesnacht-Erlenbach was also quite interesting. 5th ranked CNBS (11-9) played at the court of sixth ranked Wallabies (12-9). Wallabies defeated CNBS 70-59 on Saturday. They outrebounded CNBS 37-20 including 25 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was French power forward Michel Bakekolo (205-2001) who scored 15 points and 7 rebounds. Ryan Muhr (195-2002) chipped in 8 points and 11 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international guard David Vuckovic (200-2004) who recorded 11 points and 8 rebounds and forward Andrin Njock (195-2006) added 15 points and 7 rebounds respectively. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Wallabies. They moved-up to fourth place. Loser CNBS dropped to the sixth position with nine games lost. Wallabies will meet league's leader Pully in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. CNBS will play against Winterthur (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: CNBS: N.Liban 17+2reb+2ast, N.Andrin 15+7reb, V.David 11+8reb+3ast, R.Nilan 7+1reb+2ast, S.Oliver 5+1ast, Z.Florian 2 Wallabies: B.Michel 15+7reb+1ast, M.Kellenberger 15+2reb+1ast, C.Miller 14+4reb+2ast, M.Dixson 9+7reb+1ast, M.Ryan 8+11reb+1ast, D.Togninalli 5+1reb+3ast Bernex - Villars 64-67 There was an upset in Geneve where 4th placed Bernex (11-8) was edged by ninth ranked Villars (8-13) 67-64 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was power forward Ludovic De Gottrau (194-1991) who scored 21 points and 7 rebounds. Senegalese center Mansour Kasse (208-1992) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points and 11 rebounds. Four Villars players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Guillaume Bourgeois (186-1998) who recorded 17 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists and forward Gregory Mbeng (202-2001) added 11 points and 11 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Villars maintains ninth place with 8-13 record. Newly promoted Bernex dropped to the fifth position with eight games lost. Villars will meet at home bottom-ranked Baeren (#12) in the next round. Bernex will play against the league's second-placed GC Zurich (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Bernex: G.Bourgeois 17+9reb+8ast, B.Adrien 11+3reb, M.Gregory 11+11reb+1ast, H.Tom 7+4reb+2ast, C.Ouedraogo 6+2reb, Z.Alexandre 6+3reb+1ast Villars: L.De Gottrau 21+7reb+1ast, A.Medolago 11+4reb+4ast, M.Kasse 10+11reb+1ast, L.Pythoud 10+3reb+1ast, E.Dibrani 9+5reb+1ast, B.Gredy 3 Baeren - Acad.Fribourg 48-76 Rather predictable result in Basel where eighth ranked Academie Fribourg (10-9) smashed bottom-ranked Baeren (1-20) 76-48 on Saturday. Academie Fribourg dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Baeren's 26. Academie Fribourg forced 21 Baeren turnovers and outrebounded them 42-25 including 30 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was Serbian center Petar Tomic (208-2002) who scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. Guard Algan Theraulaz (186-2001) chipped in 8 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Davidek Herron (198-1980) who recorded 9 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Liberian forward Eddie Doe (193-2002) added 8 points and 5 rebounds respectively. 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. Academie Fribourg moved-up to seventh place. Baeren lost their sixteenth game in a row. They stay dead last with 20 lost games. Academie Fribourg will meet at home Levaux (#11) in the next round. Baeren will play against Villars and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Baeren: D.Herron 9+6reb+4ast, D.Eddie 8+5reb, S.Claudio 6+3reb+4ast, E.Yohannes 5+2reb+1ast, P.Filip 4+1reb+1ast, L.Stocker 4+3reb+2ast Acad.Fribourg: T.Petar 18+5reb+1ast, A.Solca 11+2reb+2ast, T.Axel 9+3reb, L.Alois 9+5reb+3ast, T.Algan 8+5reb+5ast, B.Youssef Skander 8+4reb+3ast Winterthur - GC Zurich 59-62 Eighth-ranked Winterthur (10-11) gave a tough game to second ranked GC Zurich (15-6) on Sunday. The visitors from Zurich managed to secure only three-point victory 62-59. However their fans expected much easier game. GC Zurich forced 21 Winterthur turnovers. Forward Mario Gull (195-1998) stepped up and scored 9 points and 4 assists for the winners and forward Neven Kljajic (196-1996) chipped in 8 points and 8 rebounds. GC Zurich's coach Luka Stiplosek used entire bench in such tough game. The best for the losing side was American guard KaeRon Baker (188, college: LCU) with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Matteo Smith (199-2004) scored 13 points and 7 rebounds. GC Zurich have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain second place with 15-6 record having six points less than leader Pully. Newly promoted Winterthur keeps the eighth position with 11 games lost. GC Zurich are looking forward to face Bernex (#5) in Geneve in the next round. Winterthur will play against CNBS and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Winterthur: K.Baker 23+7reb+4ast, A.Malcolm 14+3reb+2ast, S.Matteo 13+7reb+2ast, C.Ben 5+5reb, S.Hungerbuhler 2+9reb+2ast, W.Mila 2+1reb+1ast GC Zurich: W.Nils 9+3reb+1ast, M.Gull 9+3reb+4ast, N.Hulliger 9+3reb+4ast, N.Kljajic 8+8reb, L.Mikael 7+4reb+3ast, M.Nikola 6 Levaux - Grand-Saconnex 65-94 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Vevey where 10th ranked Levaux (5-16) was rolled over by eleventh ranked Grand-Saconnex (5-15) 94-65 on Sunday. Grand-Saconnex dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Levaux's 24. Grand-Saconnex forced 27 Levaux turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Maxime Signoroni (186-2001) who scored 20 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. Point guard Ugo Dassin (175-2003) chipped in 26 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals (on 10-of-11 shooting from the field). At the other side the best for losing team was American power forward Davie Champagnie (206-1990, college: UT Southern) who recorded a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds and guard Alexandre Ghorayeb (172-2001) added 15 points respectively. 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. Grand-Saconnex moved-up to tenth place. Levaux lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the eleventh position with 16 games lost. Grand-Saconnex will meet at home higher ranked Morges-Saint-Prex (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Levaux will play against Academie Fribourg (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Levaux: D.Champagnie 24+10reb+1ast, G.Alexandre 15+1reb+2ast, M.Glody 8+5reb+4ast, E.Atcho 6+7reb, N.N'Deurbelaou 5+3reb+2ast, M.Eric 3 Grand-Saconnex: D.Ugo 26+5reb+4ast, S.Maxime 20+9reb+7ast, C.Hakim 19+4reb+2ast, D.Tchougang 8+7reb, R.Joshua 8+2reb+2ast, Y.Ekofo Jael 7+3reb |
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| PLeague+ Round 26: Pilots lose to Dreamers - 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 was the one between third ranked Pilots (15-12) and fourth ranked Dreamers (12-16) on Saturday night. Pilots were defeated by Dreamers in a tough game 77-85. The former international point guard Chun-Chi Lin (175-1998) orchestrated the victory by scoring 21 points and 5 rebounds. American forward Chris McCullough (208-1995, college: Syracuse) contributed with 17 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. American-Bulgarian center Jason Washburn (213-1990, college: Utah, agency: Pensack Sports) replied with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 19 rebounds for Pilots. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Dreamers maintains fourth position with 12-16 record. Pilots lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the third place with 12 games lost. Dreamers are looking forward to face Lioneers (#5) in Hsinchu in the next round. Pilots will play on the road against the league's leader Kings in Taipei and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Very important is a loss of third ranked Pilots (15-12) against sixth ranked Steelers (7-20) on Sunday night. Pilots were defeated by Steelers 99-86. Naturalized American point guard Jeremy Lin (191-1988, college: Harvard) scored 38 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Wendell Lewis chipped in 12 points and 19 rebounds during the contest. International guard Chun-Hsiang Lu (190-1997) responded with 30 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Steelers maintains sixth position with 7-20 record. Pilots lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the third place with 12 games lost. Steelers will play against league's second-placed Fubon Braves in Taipei in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Pilots will play on the road against the league's leader Kings in Taipei and it may be a tough game between close rivals. An interesting game for Kings (21-6) which played against second-ranked Fubon Braves (17-12). First ranked Kings managed to get a 7-point victory 97-90. Kenny Manigault notched a double-double by scoring 21 points, 16 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals to lead the effort. Even a double-double of 25 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists by Michael Singletary did not help to save the game for Fubon Braves. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Kings have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 21-6 record. Fubon Braves at the other side keep the second place with 12 games lost. Kings will meet Pilots (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Fubon Braves will play against Steelers in Kaohsiung and hope to secure a win. In the last game of round 26 Lioneers were beaten by Fubon Braves 112-99. The most impressive performance of 26th round was 42 points (!!!) and 17 rebounds by Will Artino of Lioneers. Pilots - Dreamers 77-85 The most important game in the last round was the one between third ranked Pilots (15-12) and fourth ranked Dreamers (12-16) on Saturday night. Pilots were defeated by Dreamers in a tough game 77-85. The former international point guard Chun-Chi Lin (175-1998) orchestrated the victory by scoring 21 points and 5 rebounds. American forward Chris McCullough (208-1995, college: Syracuse) contributed with 17 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Four Dreamers players scored in double figures. American-Bulgarian center Jason Washburn (213-1990, college: Utah, agency: Pensack Sports) replied with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 19 rebounds and international guard Chun-Hsiang Lu (190-1997) added 18 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Pilots. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Dreamers maintains fourth position with 12-16 record. Pilots lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the third place with 12 games lost. Dreamers are looking forward to face Lioneers (#5) in Hsinchu in the next round. Pilots will play on the road against the league's leader Kings in Taipei and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Dreamers: L.Chun-Chi 21+5reb+2ast, C.McCullough 17+8reb+1ast, B.Gilbeck 10+8reb+1ast, K.Chien 10+4reb+3ast, T.Lee 8+13reb+1ast, D.Creighton 6+2reb+3ast Pilots: J.Washburn 21+19reb+3ast, L.Chun-Hsiang 18+5reb+3ast, S.Sakakini 15+4reb+1ast, C.Kuan-Chuan 8+3reb, P.Yao-Cheng 5+4reb+5ast, C.Yu-Jui 4+2ast Fubon Braves - Kings 90-97 An interesting game for Kings (21-6) which played against second-ranked Fubon Braves (17-12). First ranked Kings managed to get a 7-point victory 97-90. Kings made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American swingman Kenny Manigault (195-1991, college: Pikeville) notched a double-double by scoring 21 points, 16 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals to lead the effort and guard Joseph Lin (186-1992, college: Hamilton) supported him with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Five Kings players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 25 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists by American forward Michael Singletary (198-1988, college: Texas Tech) did not help to save the game for Fubon Braves. Ukrainian power forward Igor Zaytsev (210-1989, agency: BIG) added 21 points and 8 rebounds for Kings. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Kings have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 21-6 record. Fubon Braves at the other side keep the second place with 12 games lost. Kings will meet Pilots (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Fubon Braves will play against Steelers in Kaohsiung and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Kings: J.Lin 21+6reb+9ast, K.Manigault 21+16reb+5ast, C.Yang 19+4reb+3ast, Q.Davis 17+9reb, K.Lee 11+3reb+4ast, S.Shih-Hsuan 4+3reb Fubon Braves: M.Singletary 25+12reb+5ast, I.Zaytsev 21+8reb+1ast, T.Chang 12+3reb+4ast, K.Chou 9+1reb+4ast, S.Brendon 7+8reb, C.Lin 5+6reb+6ast Pilots - Steelers 86-99 Very important is a loss of third ranked Pilots (15-12) against sixth ranked Steelers (7-20) on Sunday night. Pilots were defeated by Steelers 99-86. Steelers forced 19 Pilots turnovers. Naturalized American point guard Jeremy Lin (191-1988, college: Harvard) scored 38 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American center Wendell Lewis (208-1989, college: Alabama St.) chipped in 12 points and 19 rebounds during the contest. Four Steelers players scored in double figures. International guard Chun-Hsiang Lu (190-1997) responded with 30 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and American-Bulgarian center Jason Washburn (213-1990, college: Utah, agency: Pensack Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Steelers maintains sixth position with 7-20 record. Pilots lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the third place with 12 games lost. Steelers will play against league's second-placed Fubon Braves in Taipei in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Pilots will play on the road against the league's leader Kings in Taipei and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Steelers: J.Lin 38+6reb+5ast, C.Lu 20+1reb, G.Natesan 18+7reb+5ast, W.Lewis 12+19reb+2ast, L.Shao-Fu 5+4reb+2ast, P.Chang 2+3reb Pilots: L.Chun-Hsiang 30+6reb+4ast, S.Sakakini 23+8reb+1ast, J.Washburn 22+10reb+4ast, H.Huang 5+4reb+2ast, C.Kuan-Chuan 3+5reb+1ast, L.Cheng 2 Fubon Braves - Lioneers 112-99 No shocking result in a game when second ranked Fubon Braves (17-12) beat 5th ranked Lioneers (11-17) 112-99 on Sunday. Fubon Braves forced 21 Lioneers turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. American power forward Chris Johnson (210-1985, college: LSU) notched a double-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and Ukrainian power forward Igor Zaytsev (210-1989, agency: BIG) supported him with 26 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Fubon Braves players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 42 points (!!!) and 17 rebounds by the former international power forward Will Artino (211-1992, college: Creighton) did not help to save the game for Lioneers. Point guard Kuo-Hao Kao (179-1998) added 21 points and 6 assists for Fubon Braves. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Fubon Braves maintains second position with 17-12 record having two points less than leader Kings. Loser Lioneers keep the fifth place with 17 games lost. Fubon Braves will meet bottom-ranked Steelers (#6) in the next round. Lioneers will play against Dreamers in Changhua and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Fubon Braves: I.Zaytsev 26+7reb+4ast, C.Johnson 25+10reb+4ast, S.Brendon 12+5reb+2ast, T.Jian 10+3reb, K.Chou 10+3reb+2ast, W.Tsai 10+5reb+5ast Lioneers: W.Artino 42+17reb+2ast, K.Kao 21+4reb+6ast, C.Lee 13+4reb+2ast, J.Tyler 8+2reb, T.Hao 5+3reb+2ast, C.Yun-Hao 5+1ast |
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Turk Telekom as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Turk Telekom defeated 9th ranked Manisa in Ankara 98-84. 25 personal fouls committed by Manisa helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American power forward Tyrique Jones (206-1997, college: Xavier, agency: Pensack Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). His fellow American import guard Jerian Grant (196-1992, college: Notre Dame) chipped in 17 points and 5 assists. Turk Telekom's coach Erdem Can 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 Mexican guard Francisco Cruz (191-1989, college: Wyoming) who recorded 24 points and 4 assists. Turk Telekom (18-3) have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Fenerbahce. Newly promoted Manisa dropped to the tenth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Petkim and Bahcesehir. Manisa will play next round against Merkezefendi trying to get back on the winning streak. Turk Telekom will try to continue on its current victory against third ranked Pinar Karsiyaka in Izmir. The game in Istanbul was also worth to mention about. 5th ranked Bursaspor (13-8) played at the court of seventh ranked Dacka (10-11). Dacka managed to secure a 6-point victory 98-92. It was a good game for the former international point guard Dogus Ozdemiroglu (191-1996) who led his team to a victory with 19 points, 9 assists and 4 steals. Gabriel Olaseni contributed with 20 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Dacka's coach Selcuk Ernak allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Greek-American center Zach Auguste (208-1993, college: Notre Dame, agency: Pensack Sports) answered with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds for Bursaspor. Dacka moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Merkezefendi. Bursaspor at the other side keeps the fifth position with eight games lost. Dacka's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Istanbul to the arena Acibadem. A very close game took place in Istanbul (derby !!!) between Buyukcekmece and Efes. Ninth ranked Buyukcekmece (9-12) got a very close victory on the road over 4th placed Efes (15-6). Buyukcekmece managed to escape with a 1-point win 98-97 on Sunday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the home team. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Efes. Jordon Crawford stepped up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 13 assists for the winners. The best for the losing side was Amath MBaye with 25 points. Efes' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Buyukcekmece moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Galatasaray. Loser Efes keeps the fourth position with six games lost. Buyukcekmece will meet at home Socar Petkim (#12) in the next round. Efes will play against Konyaspor (#16) and hope to secure a win. Other games of round 21 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: bottom-ranked Konyaspor was defeated by Merkezefendi in Denizl 91-84. Petkim beat Bahcesehir at home 77-69. Pinar Karsiyaka won against Gaziantep on the opponent's court 84-77. Tofas unfortunately lost to Galatasaray in a home game 81-83. Besiktas recorded a loss to Fenerbahce on the road 80-95. Merkezefendi - Konyaspor 91-84 There was no surprise in Denizl where 16th ranked Konyaspor (6-15) was defeated by seventh ranked Merkezefendi (10-11) 91-84 on Friday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Merkezefendi made 7 blocks. Canadian guard Xavier Rathan-Mayes (193-1994, college: FSU, agency: Diamond Sports) stepped up and scored 24 points and 7 assists for the winners and Greek swingman Nikolaos Rogkavopoulos (203-2001) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Nigerian-American Rasheed Sulaimon (193-1994, college: Maryland) with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and Mexican-American point guard Alexander Perez-Kaufmann (191-1993, agency: Pro Sports) scored 25 points and 5 assists. Five Merkezefendi and four Konyaspor players scored in double figures. Merkezefendi moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Darussafaka. Konyaspor lost their seventh game in a row. Newly promoted team stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. They share it with Besiktas. Merkezefendi will meet Manisa (#11) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Konyaspor will play against Efes (#4) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Konyaspor: A.Perez-Kaufmann 25+3reb+5ast, R.Sulaimon 20+6reb+7ast, J.Morgan 16+5reb, J.Eddie 13+10reb+2ast, G.Schilling 6+4reb+1ast, M.Gizir 3 Merkezefendi: X.Rathan-Mayes 24+3reb+7ast, N.Rogkavopoulos 18+6reb+3ast, A.Olmaz 15+6reb+2ast, M.Senli 13+5reb, A.Tuluoglu 11+3reb+4ast, J.Hamilton 8+4reb Petkim - Bahcesehir 77-69 There was a small surprise when twelfth ranked Socar Petkim (8-13) defeated at home 9th ranked Acibadem (8-13) 77-69 on Saturday. Socar Petkim looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American guard Josh Perkins (191-1995, college: Gonzaga, agency: Slash Sports) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 5 rebounds and 12 assists for the winners and his fellow American import Peyton Aldridge (203-1995, college: Davidson) chipped in 23 points. The best for the losing side was French center Jerry Boutsiele (207-1992) with 18 points and 9 rebounds and American guard Jamar Smith (191-1987, college: S.Indiana, agency: Inception Sports) scored 18 points and 4 assists. Socar Petkim moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Manisa and Bahcesehir. Acibadem lost their sixth game in a row. Socar Petkim will meet higher ranked Buyukcekmece (#9) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Acibadem's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Istanbul Dacka. Top scorers: Bahcesehir: J.Boutsiele 18+9reb+1ast, J.Smith 18+3reb+4ast, C.Morgan 15+2reb+1ast, M.Baygul 5+7reb+3ast, Y.Sonsirma 5, H.Ozdemir 4+4reb Petkim: P.Aldridge 23+3reb+1ast, J.Perkins 16+5reb+12ast, J.Simmons 15+7reb+2ast, K.Chery 6+4reb+3ast, N.Yildirim 5+6reb, O.Prewitt 5+6reb+4ast Gaziantep - Pinar Karsiyaka 77-84 Very expected game when 12th ranked Gaziantep (7-14) was defeated at home by third ranked Pinar Karsiyaka (16-5) 84-77 on Saturday. The former international point guard Kenan Sipahi (197-1995, agency: BeoBasket) stepped up and scored 23 points and 4 assists for the winners and Lithuanian forward Mindaugas Kuzminskas (205-1989) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds. Four Pinar Karsiyaka players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Nigerian center John Egbunu (211-1994, college: Florida) with 18 points and 8 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) and American-Bulgarian point guard Codi Miller-McIntyre (191-1994, college: Wake Forest) scored 11 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Pinar Karsiyaka. They maintain third place with 16-5 record having just two points less than leader Turk Telekom. Loser Gaziantep dropped to the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Tofas. Pinar Karsiyaka will meet at home league's leader Turk Telekom in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Gaziantep will play against Besiktas (#15) in Istanbul and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Gaziantep: J.Egbunu 18+8reb+1ast, C.Miller-McIntyre 11+7reb+6ast, O.Hanlan 9+2reb+1ast, C.Ugur Ogut 8+2reb+1ast, L.Hammonds 7+4reb+1ast, C.Koray 7+3reb+1ast Pinar Karsiyaka: K.Sipahi 23+1reb+4ast, M.Kuzminskas 16+8reb+2ast, A.Delgado 16+8reb+1ast, B.Angola-Rodas 11+9reb+3ast, J.Brown 8+2reb+2ast, E.McCollum 4+3reb+4ast Tofas - Galatasaray 81-83 Rather predictable result in Bursa where tenth ranked Galatasaray (9-12) edged 12th ranked Tofas (7-14) 83-81 on Saturday. American Tyrus McGee (188-1991, college: Iowa St.) stepped up and scored 26 points for the winners and his fellow American import point guard Daron Russell (180-1998, college: Maryland) chipped in 13 points, 9 assists and 5 steals. The best for the losing side was Canadian point guard Tyler Ennis (188-1994, college: Syracuse) with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and Senegalese center Boubacar Toure (213-1995, college: EMU) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds. Four Galatasaray and five Tofas players scored in double figures. Galatasaray moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Buyukcekmece. Tofas lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Gaziantep. Galatasaray will meet at home higher ranked Bursaspor (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Tofas will play against the league's second-placed Fenerbahce (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Tofas: T.Ennis 18+6reb+7ast, B.Toure 16+10reb+2ast, A.Milaknis 14+3reb+1ast, B.Manek 14+4reb, M.Doyle 10+2reb+3ast, B.Ugurlu 7+2reb+4ast Galatasaray: T.McGee 26+2reb+3ast, S.Kabaca 20+2reb+2ast, D.Russell 13+4reb+9ast, D.Ristic 11+9reb, G.Koksal 7+4reb+2ast, M.Mustafa 2+2reb Fenerbahce - Besiktas 95-80 Not a big story in a game in Istanbul where 15th ranked Besiktas (6-15) was defeated by second ranked Fenerbahce (18-3) 95-80 on Saturday. Fenerbahce made 24-of-26 free shots (92.3 percent) during the game. American forward Nigel Hayes-Davis (203-1994, college: Wisconsin) stepped up and scored 30 points and 9 rebounds (perfect behind the arc making all five shots) for the winners and the former international guard Sehmus Hazer (190-1999) chipped in 9 points and 5 assists. The best for the losing side was American Jordan Usher (201-1999, college: Georgia Tech) with 22 points and 7 rebounds and the other American import point guard Parker Jackson-Cartwright (176-1995, college: Arizona) scored 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Turk Telekom. Loser Besiktas keeps the fifteenth place with 15 games lost. They share the position with Konyaspor. Fenerbahce will meet Tofas (#14) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Besiktas will play against Gaziantep and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Besiktas: J.Usher 22+7reb+1ast, A.Freeman 16+1reb+3ast, P.Jackson-Cartwright 14+5reb+4ast, M.Sokolowski 8+5reb+4ast, B.Can Yildizli 6+4reb, I.Whitehead 5+5reb+3ast Fenerbahce: N.Hayes-Davis 30+9reb, C.Edwards 14+2reb, M.Mahmutoglu 10+1ast, S.Hazer 9+4reb+5ast, J.Motley 7+4reb, T.Biberovic 7+1reb Turk Telekom - Manisa 98-84 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Turk Telekom as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Turk Telekom defeated 9th ranked Manisa in Ankara 98-84. 25 personal fouls committed by Manisa helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American power forward Tyrique Jones (206-1997, college: Xavier, agency: Pensack Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). His fellow American import guard Jerian Grant (196-1992, college: Notre Dame) chipped in 17 points and 5 assists. Turk Telekom's coach Erdem Can 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 Mexican guard Francisco Cruz (191-1989, college: Wyoming) who recorded 24 points and 4 assists and Nigerian-American power forward OD Anosike (203-1991, college: Siena) added 11 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Five Turk Telekom and four Manisa players scored in double figures. Turk Telekom (18-3) have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Fenerbahce. Newly promoted Manisa dropped to the tenth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Petkim and Bahcesehir. Manisa will play next round against Merkezefendi trying to get back on the winning streak. Turk Telekom will try to continue on its current victory against third ranked Pinar Karsiyaka in Izmir. Top scorers: Manisa: F.Cruz 24+2reb+4ast, C.Williams 21+5reb+1ast, O.Anosike 11+12reb+4ast, J.Roberson 10+3ast, B.Sinirlioglu 8+1reb+2ast, E.Bruinsma 7+4reb Turk Telekom: T.Jones 18+10reb+2ast, J.Grant 17+2reb+5ast, A.Bouteille 17+6reb, N.Sestina 14+2reb, E.Yilmaz 14+4reb, R.Oncel 9+3reb+1ast Anadolu Efes - Buyukcekmece 97-98 A very close game took place in Istanbul (derby !!!) between Buyukcekmece and Efes. Ninth ranked Buyukcekmece (9-12) got a very close victory on the road over 4th placed Efes (15-6). Buyukcekmece managed to escape with a 1-point win 98-97 on Sunday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the home team. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Efes. Buyukcekmece looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American point guard Jordon Crawford (168-1990, college: BGSU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 13 assists for the winners and his fellow American import point guard Briante Weber (188-1992, college: VCU) chipped in 19 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals. The best for the losing side was Senegalese-French Amath MBaye (205-1989, college: Oklahoma) with 25 points and the former international guard Ahmet Tuncer (193-1993) scored 17 points and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Efes' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Buyukcekmece moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Galatasaray. Loser Efes keeps the fourth position with six games lost. Buyukcekmece will meet at home Socar Petkim (#12) in the next round. Efes will play against Konyaspor (#16) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Anadolu Efes: A.M'Baye 25+2reb, A.Tuncer 17+1reb+4ast, T.Pleiss 13+2reb+1ast, E.Bryant 10+6reb+6ast, B.Dunston 10+3reb+1ast, S.Larkin 7+4reb+8ast Buyukcekmece: J.Crawford 22+2reb+13ast, S.Kulvietis 21+2reb+2ast, B.Weber 19+8reb+6ast, C.Mutaf 17+2reb, M.Sajus 8+8reb, D.Rivers 7+6reb+1ast Darussafaka - Bursaspor 98-92 The game in Istanbul was also worth to mention about. 5th ranked Bursaspor (13-8) played at the court of seventh ranked Dacka (10-11). Dacka managed to secure a 6-point victory 98-92. Dacka made 27-of-35 charity shots (77.1 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Bursaspor was plagued by 27 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a good game for the former international point guard Dogus Ozdemiroglu (191-1996) who led his team to a victory with 19 points, 9 assists and 4 steals. British center Gabriel Olaseni (211-1991, college: Iowa) contributed with 20 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Dacka's coach Selcuk Ernak allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Greek-American center Zach Auguste (208-1993, college: Notre Dame, agency: Pensack Sports) answered with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds and Montenegrin-American point guard Derek Needham (180-1990, college: Fairfield) added 19 points and 4 assists in the effort for Bursaspor. Five Dacka and four Bursaspor players scored in double figures. Dacka moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Merkezefendi. Bursaspor at the other side keeps the fifth position with eight games lost. Dacka'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: Bursaspor: D.Needham 19+1reb+4ast, O.Bitim 18+3reb+2ast, D.Dudzinski 14+4reb+2ast, E.Taskiran 13+1reb+3ast, Z.Auguste 12+10reb+2ast, Y.Saybir 7+8reb+2ast Darussafaka: G.Olaseni 20+8reb, D.Ozdemiroglu 19+4reb+9ast, C.Korkmaz 13+1reb+3ast, A.White 12+5reb+1ast, H.Sayili 11+3reb, W.McCullough 7+3reb+1ast |
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| Mochalov number one in Ukrainian Higher League for round 2 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Forward Maksym Mochalov (201-F-1995) put on an amazing game in the last round for second-ranked Politekhnik-2, receiving a Hoops Agents Higher League Player of the Week award for round 2 (Second Stage). The 27-year old player had a double-double of 34 points and 14 rebounds, while his team beat SumDU (#3, 1-2) 66-60. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Politekhnik-2 is placed at 2nd position in Ukrainian Higher League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost that single game earlier this stage. Politekhnik-2 will need more victories to improve their 2-1 record. In the team's last game Mochalov had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be Politekhnik-2's top player in his first season with the team. Maksym Mochalov has solid league stats. He is league's best scorer averaging so far 26.1ppg. Mochalov is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 11.8rpg) and averages impressive 1.3bpg and 53.5% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Nigerian Aleksey Adediran (206-C-1982, agency: BIG) of league's leader Rivne. Adediran had a very good evening with a double-double of 29 points and 12 rebounds. Of course he led Rivne to another comfortable win 83-66 over SumDU (1-2) being unquestionably team leader. A very good start of the Second Stage for his team, which won so far all 3 games without any defeat. Adediran is well-known at Rivne and is a proven leader in his second season with the team. Third on the list of top players last round was center Yevgen Brechko (206-C-1992) of Invasport (#16). Brechko showcased his all-around game by recording 22 points, fifteen rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. Despite Brechko's great performance Invasport lost 67-79 to Khmelnytskyi (#10, 1-0). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Brechko has individually a great season in Ukraine. After only 5 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 12.2rpg (#1 in league). Other top performing players last week: 4. Oleksandr Petrov (191-G/F-1989) of Self Made - 26 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Oleksii Soloviov (192-F-1997) of Rivne - 33 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Maxim Mikhailov (198-F-2003) of SumDU - 30 points and 4 rebounds 7. Viktor Kolotilov (205-C-1997) of Politekhnik-2 - 24 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Igor Starodub (182-PG-1997) of SumDU - 23 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Denis Spiridonov (191-F-1982) of Kalush-PNU - 17 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Nikita Kohut (197-F-2002) of Khmelnytskyi - 23 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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| Superleague Round 23: Top-ranked Budivelnyk win another game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The round 23 was rather boring as all games ended with very predictable results. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Superleague top team - Budivelnyk (27-0) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed sixth ranked Hoverla (9-18) in Kyiv 88-69. The game was mostly controlled by Budivelnyk. Hoverla managed to win third quarter 19-18. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Budivelnyk looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The former international swingman Oleksandr Kolchenko (195-1988, agency: BIG) orchestrated the victory by scoring 17 points. The former international power forward Maksim Sandul (207-1991, agency: BIG) contributed with 11 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. point guard Sergey Startsev (190-1997, agency: BIG) answered with 20 points for Hoverla. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Undefeated Budivelnyk have an impressive series of twenty seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 27-0 record. Hoverla lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the sixth position with 18 games lost. Budivelnyk are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Zaporizhye (#9) in Zaporozhye in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Hoverla will have a break next round. Superleague top team - Budivelnyk (27-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed eighth ranked Stariy Lutsk (5-22) in Kyiv 99-61. It was a great evening for the former international point guard Pavlo Burenko (184-1990, agency: BIG) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 6 assists (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Volodymyr Koniev helped adding 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Kiril Panfilov (195-1998, agency: Dreamer Sports Agency) responded with 19 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the twenty seventh consecutive win for Budivelnyk. They maintain first place with 27-0 record. Stariy Lutsk lost their sixth game in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the eighth position with 22 games lost. Budivelnyk will play against bottom-ranked Zaporizhye (#9) in Zaporozhye in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Stariy Lutsk will have a break next round. There were no big surprises in other games of round 23: Cherkasy smashed Zaporizhye on the road 66-47. Dnipro won against Stariy Lutsk on its own court 96-78. Cherkasy unfortunately lost to Dnipro in a road game 67-78. Bottom-ranked Zaporizhye was rolled over Hoverla at home 53-72. Zaporizhye - Cherkasy 47-66 No shocking result in a game when seventh ranked Cherkasy (6-20) crushed bottom-ranked Zaporizhye (3-24) in Zaporozhye 66-47. The game was mostly controlled by Cherkasy. Zaporizhye was better in third quarter 21-18. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Zaporizhye to just 6 points in fourth quarter. Cherkasy forced 25 Zaporizhye turnovers. It was a great evening for Nikita Ruslov (195-1996, agency: BIG) who led his team to a victory scoring 10 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists. American BJ Maxwell (194-1997, college: IUPUI, agency: SLN) helped adding 17 points. Guard Vitaliy Bykov (190-1996) responded with 16 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Anton Buts (203-1988, agency: BIG) scored 7 points and 14 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Cherkasy maintains seventh place with 6-20 record. Zaporizhye at the other side stay dead last with 24 lost games. Cherkasy will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Zaporizhye will play on the road against the league's second-placed Dnipro (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Cherkasy: B.Maxwell 17+2reb+3ast, S.Kuznetsov 11+3reb+1ast, N.Ruslov 10+5reb+9ast, L.Reed 9+1reb+3ast, S.Skira 7+8reb, S.Dmitry 4+3reb Zaporizhye: R.Morozov 16+3reb+1ast, V.Bykov 16+5reb+5ast, A.Buts 7+14reb+1ast, P.Artyom 3+3reb, L.Maxim 2, D.Illya 2+1reb Dnipro - Stariy Lutsk 96-78 Very expected game when 8th ranked Stariy Lutsk (5-22) lost on the road to second ranked Dnipro (20-7) 96-78. The game was mostly controlled by Dnipro. Stariy Lutsk was better in third quarter 24-19. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Dnipro dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Stariy Lutsk's 24. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. Stariy Lutsk was plagued by 30 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a great evening for point guard Maksym Zakurdaev (196-1993) who led his team to a victory scoring 25 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). The former international center Sergiy Zagreba (214-1994, agency: BIG) helped adding 18 points and 7 assists. Guard Olexandr Prozapas (185-2000) responded with 13 points and guard Volodymyr Kotsko (190-1997) scored 10 points and 5 assists. Four Dnipro and five Stariy Lutsk players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the third consecutive win for Dnipro. They maintain second place with 20-7 record having seven points less than leader Budivelnyk. Stariy Lutsk lost their sixth game in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the eighth position with 22 games lost. Dnipro will play against bottom-ranked Zaporizhye (#9) in Zaporozhye in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Stariy Lutsk will have a break next round. Top scorers: Dnipro: M.Zakurdaev 25+5reb+5ast, S.Zagreba 18+4reb+7ast, O.Tarasenko 17+4reb+2ast, S.Daniil 11+5reb+1ast, Y.Sorochan 9+6reb+2ast, M.Shkoda 7+2reb+4ast Stariy Lutsk: P.Olexandr 13+3reb+1ast, I.Bedlinskiy 11+2reb, V.Kotsko 10+1reb+5ast, G.Altuhov 10+2reb+3ast, Y.Koroviyakov 10+1reb+2ast, M.Danylo 8+1reb Budivelnyk - Hoverla 88-69 Superleague top team - Budivelnyk (27-0) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed sixth ranked Hoverla (9-18) in Kyiv 88-69. The game was mostly controlled by Budivelnyk. Hoverla managed to win third quarter 19-18. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Budivelnyk looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The former international swingman Oleksandr Kolchenko (195-1988, agency: BIG) orchestrated the victory by scoring 17 points. The former international power forward Maksim Sandul (207-1991, agency: BIG) contributed with 11 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Point guard Sergey Startsev (190-1997, agency: BIG) answered with 20 points and power forward Ilya Chugunov (200-1997) added 14 points in the effort for Hoverla. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Budivelnyk have an impressive series of twenty seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 27-0 record. Hoverla lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the sixth position with 18 games lost. Budivelnyk are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Zaporizhye (#9) in Zaporozhye in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Hoverla will have a break next round. Top scorers: Budivelnyk: O.Kolchenko 17+2reb+2ast, M.Sandul 11+8reb+1ast, P.Burenko 11+2reb+3ast, V.Koniev 9+2reb+2ast, M.Nikitin 8+5reb, Z.Maksym 7+2reb+3ast Hoverla: S.Startsev 20+4reb+3ast, C.Ilya 14+4reb, K.Rafail 10+2reb+3ast, L.Stepan 8+5reb+1ast, S.Avrakhov 8+2reb+3ast, A.Loniuk 5+4reb+1ast Dnipro - Cherkasy 78-67 Very predictable result when second ranked Dnipro (20-7) won against at home 7th ranked Cherkasy (6-20) 78-67. The game was mostly controlled by Dnipro. Cherkasy was better in second period 24-16. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Cherkasy 46-31 including 18 on the offensive glass. It was a great evening for forward Olexandr Tarasenko (203-1996, agency: BIG) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists. Point guard Maksym Zakurdaev (196-1993) helped adding 20 points and 10 rebounds. Center Sergii Skira (210-2000) responded with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds and Nikita Ruslov (195-1996, agency: BIG) scored 9 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Cherkasy players scored in double figures. The victory was the third consecutive win for Dnipro. They maintain second place with 20-7 record having seven points less than leader Budivelnyk. Cherkasy at the other side keeps the seventh position with 20 games lost. Dnipro will play against bottom-ranked Zaporizhye (#9) in Zaporozhye in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Cherkasy will have a break next round. Top scorers: Dnipro: O.Tarasenko 22+10reb+8ast, M.Zakurdaev 20+10reb+3ast, S.Zagreba 16+10reb+2ast, R.Bondarchuk 7+2reb, M.Shkoda 5+3reb+3ast, D.Nikita 3+2reb Cherkasy: D.Lypovtsev 15+1reb+1ast, S.Skira 12+10reb, B.Maxwell 12+4reb+4ast, S.Kuznetsov 10+5reb+3ast, N.Ruslov 9+5reb+6ast, L.Reed 5+2reb+4ast Zaporizhye - Hoverla 53-72 Not a big story in a game when 9th ranked Zaporizhye (3-24) was outscored by sixth ranked Hoverla (9-18) in Zaporozhye 72-53. The game was mostly controlled by Hoverla. Zaporizhye was better in fourth quarter 20-12. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Hoverla forced 25 Zaporizhye turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. It was a great evening for guard Sergey Avrakhov (187-2001) who led his team to a victory scoring 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Center Stepan Lesyk (205-2002) helped adding 15 points and 5 rebounds. Hoverla's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Forward Anton Buts (203-1988, agency: BIG) responded with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 13 rebounds and forward Roman Morozov (204-1998) scored 11 points and 8 rebounds. Newly promoted Hoverla maintains sixth place with 9-18 record. Zaporizhye at the other side stay dead last with 24 lost games. Hoverla will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Zaporizhye will play on the road against the league's second-placed Dnipro (#2) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Hoverla: L.Stepan 15+5reb, S.Avrakhov 15+5reb+4ast, K.Rafail 11+3ast, C.Ilya 7+10reb+1ast, S.Startsev 6+6reb+7ast, V.Artem 6+2reb+1ast Zaporizhye: A.Buts 12+13reb+2ast, R.Morozov 11+8reb, L.Maxim 11+4reb+1ast, V.Bykov 6+5reb+2ast, K.Kyrylo 6+3reb+1ast, P.Artyom 5+1reb+1ast Budivelnyk - Stariy Lutsk 99-61 Superleague top team - Budivelnyk (27-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed eighth ranked Stariy Lutsk (5-22) in Kyiv 99-61. The game was mostly controlled by Budivelnyk. Stariy Lutsk was better in third quarter 21-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Budivelnyk dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Stariy Lutsk's 28. Budivelnyk had a 32-17 advantage in offensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three nailing 13 long-distance shots on high 56.5 percentage. Budivelnyk players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Stariy Lutsk's players. It was a great evening for the former international point guard Pavlo Burenko (184-1990, agency: BIG) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 6 assists (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). The former international forward Volodymyr Koniev (203-1989) helped adding 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Budivelnyk players scored in double figures. Guard Kiril Panfilov (195-1998, agency: Dreamer Sports Agency) responded with 19 points and forward Yevgen Koroviyakov (199-1988, agency: BIG) scored 9 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the twenty seventh consecutive win for Budivelnyk. They maintain first place with 27-0 record. Stariy Lutsk lost their sixth game in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the eighth position with 22 games lost. Budivelnyk will play against bottom-ranked Zaporizhye (#9) in Zaporozhye in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Stariy Lutsk will have a break next round. Top scorers: Budivelnyk: P.Burenko 18+3reb+6ast, V.Koniev 14+5reb+4ast, M.Sandul 12+7reb+2ast, M.Nikitin 11+5reb, O.Kolchenko 9+5reb+1ast, S.Maxim 9+4ast Stariy Lutsk: K.Panfilov 19+2reb+1ast, V.Kotsko 10+6reb+1ast, Y.Koroviyakov 9+5reb+5ast, P.Olexandr 8+3reb+1ast, M.Deyna 5+6reb+1ast, P.Glushko 5+3reb |
| Mykhailo Horobchenko gets MVP of the Week award for Ukrainian Superleague - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 24-year old playmaker had the game-high 24 points adding nine rebounds and five assists for Polit-Halychyna in his team's victory, helping them to beat Kyiv Basket (#3, 18-8) 75-67. Polit-Halychyna maintains the 5th position in Ukrainian Superleague. Polit-Halychyna is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 14-12 record. In the team's last game Horobchenko had a remarkable 77.8% from 2-point range. He turned to be Polit-Halychyna's top player in his first season with the team. Horobchenko has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (5th best: 15.0ppg) and averages solid 3.0spg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young forward Ilya Kabatsiura (198-F-1996, agency: Dreamer Sports Agency) of BIPA O.. Kabatsiura impressed basketball fans with 18 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as BIPA O. lost that game 68-73 to slightly higher-ranked Kyiv Basket (#3, 18-8). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. BIPA O. still maintains its place in the top 4 of the standings, even despite this loss. His team's 17-8 record is not bad at all. Kabatsiura is a newcomer at BIPA O. 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 international forward Volodymyr Koniev (203-F-1989) of top-ranked Budivelnyk. Koniev scored 17 points and grabbed ten rebounds. He was a key player of Budivelnyk, leading his team to a 91-70 easy win against the lower-ranked Cherkasy (#7, 6-19). Budivelnyk have amazing season winning all 26 games without a single defeat. Koniev 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. Koniev has a great season in Ukraine. After 25 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.0ppg (3rd best) and rebounds with 6.8rpg (8th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Anton Buts (203-F-1988) of Zaporizhye - 15 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Yaroslav Kadygrob (195-G-1991) of BIPA O. - 17 points and 5 rebounds 6. Stanislav Tymofeyenko (205-F-1989) of Dnipro - 15 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists 7. Olexandr Tarasenko (203-F-1996) of Dnipro - 11 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Maksim Sandul (207-F/C-1991) of Budivelnyk - 11 points and 15 rebounds 9. Danya Kingsby (185-G-1998) of Kyiv Basket - 29 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Maksym Zakurdaev (196-PG-1993) of Dnipro - 17 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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| Higher League Round 2 (Second Stage): Che-Basket is defeated by Kalush-PNU - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There were only 2 rounds played so far and it's still very beginning of the Second Stage in Higher League. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Che-Basket on the court of Kalush-PNU on Friday night. Visitors were rolled over by Kalush-PNU 89-59. The game without a history. Kalush-PNU led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Che-Basket to just 7 points in first quarter. Kalush-PNU dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Che-Basket's 20. Kalush-PNU forced 26 Che-Basket turnovers. Forward Denis Spiridonov (191-1982) had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Andriy Matskiv (198-1995) chipped in 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 blocks during the contest. Forward Valentin Goma (192-2006) responded with 14 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Very significant was Politekhnik-2's 66-60 road victory against SumDU. Forward Maksym Mochalov (201-1995) notched a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) to lead the effort and Mikita Bondarenko supported him with 16 points and 8 rebounds. Even 30 points by forward Maxim Mikhailov (198-2003) did not help to save the game for SumDU. The game between Top Four teams took place in Kharkiv. host Politekhnik-2 defeated Self Made 76-67. The best player for the winners was Maksym Mochalov who had a double-double by scoring 29 points and 16 rebounds. Oleksandr Petrov produced 26 points and 7 rebounds for the guests. Self Made's coach Maxim Drobashko rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 2: SumDU lost to undefeated Rivne on the opponent's court 66-83. Winless Invasport lost to undefeated Khmelnytskyi in a home game 67-79. Winless Self Made recorded a loss to SumDU on the road 70-74. Rivne defeated Politekhnik-2 on its own court 100-90. Winless Self Made lost to undefeated Rivne in a road game 81-92. The most impressive stats of the last round was 22 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists by Yevgen Brechko of Invasport. Politekhnik-2 - Self Made 76-67 The game between Top Four teams took place in Kharkiv. host Politekhnik-2 defeated Self Made 76-67. The hosts started the game with a very strong first quarter 29-17. But Self Made won third quarter 21-15. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Politekhnik-2 forced 21 Self Made turnovers and had a 21-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was forward Maksym Mochalov (201-1995) who had a double-double by scoring 29 points and 16 rebounds. Mikita Bondarenko (199-2000) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds. Swingman Oleksandr Petrov (191-1989) produced 26 points and 7 rebounds and guard Ivan Chmyrenko (196-1999, college: LA Valley JC) added 16 points respectively for the guests. Self Made's coach Maxim Drobashko rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Politekhnik-2: M.Maksym 29+16reb+2ast, M.Bondarenko 13+11reb+2ast, K.Rodion 8+2reb+1ast, F.Vladyslav 6+6reb, L.Oleksiy 6+4reb+4ast, K.Viktor 5+3reb Self Made: O.Petrov 26+7reb+3ast, I.Chmyrenko 16+3reb+1ast, S.Dmitro 6+7reb, K.Denis 5+9reb+2ast, Z.Yevhenii 5+8reb, K.Liiv 5+2reb+1ast Rivne - SumDU 83-66 The game between closely ranked teams ended with SumDU's road loss to Rivne 66-83 on Friday. The game was mostly controlled by Rivne. SumDU managed to win third quarter 21-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They made 34-of-41 free shots (82.9 percent) during the game, while SumDU only scored twelve points from the stripe. They outrebounded SumDU 46-25 including a 21-9 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Nigerian-Russian center Aleksey Adediran (206-1982, college: Binghamton, agency: BIG) who had a double-double by scoring 29 points and 12 rebounds. Guard Dmytro Tymoshchuk (189-1995) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Rivne's coach Mikhail Pereverziy used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Point guard Igor Starodub (182-1997) produced 23 points and 6 rebounds and forward Bogdan Riznychenko (-2001) added 12 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Top scorers: Rivne: A.Adediran 29+12reb, T.Dmytro 18+6reb, S.Oleksii 11+7reb+2ast, T.Shaniuk 7+5reb+2ast, V.Gerasymchuk 6+2reb+2ast, O.Ilya 4+5reb SumDU: I.Starodub 23+6reb+3ast, R.Bogdan 12+6reb, M.Maxim 12, B.Stepanchenko 5+3reb, F.Ivan 5+1reb+1ast, G.Alexey 4+2reb+2ast Kalush-PNU - Che-Basket 89-59 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Che-Basket on the court of Kalush-PNU on Friday night. Visitors were rolled over by Kalush-PNU 89-59. The game without a history. Kalush-PNU led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Che-Basket to just 7 points in first quarter. Kalush-PNU dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Che-Basket's 20. Kalush-PNU forced 26 Che-Basket turnovers. Forward Denis Spiridonov (191-1982) had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Andriy Matskiv (198-1995) chipped in 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 blocks during the contest. Five Kalush-PNU players scored in double figures. Forward Valentin Goma (192-2006) responded with 14 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Oleksiy Malginov (182-2006) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Kalush-PNU: A.Matskiv 19+5reb+3ast, D.Spiridonov 17+10reb+2ast, R.Vitaliy 14+6reb, C.Vladyslav 12+1reb, Y.Udodenko 11+7reb+8ast, D.Nevolin 11+5reb+3ast Che-Basket: T.Nikita 16+5reb+2ast, G.Valentin 14+9reb+4ast, M.Oleksiy 14+10reb+2ast, K.Ilya 9+10reb+1ast, R.Oleksandr 3+2reb+1ast, T.Andriy 3+4reb+2ast Invasport - Khmelnytskyi 67-79 But Invasport was not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Khmelnytskyi 79-67 on Friday night. The game was mostly controlled by Khmelnytskyi. Invasport managed to win third quarter 12-11. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Khmelnytskyi looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Nikita Kohut (197-2002) who scored 23 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Forward Alexander Buzhansky (187-2003) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds. Five Khmelnytskyi players scored in double figures. Center Yevgen Brechko (206-1992) produced a double-double by scoring 22 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Sergiy Slobodyanyuk (193-1994) added 12 points respectively for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Khmelnytskyi: K.Nikita 23+6reb+7ast, B.Alexander 16+10reb+2ast, S.Roman 13+4reb+1ast, A.Andrey 11+5reb+3ast, V.Paliukh 10+3reb+3ast, V.Mykola 2+1reb+1ast Invasport: Y.Brechko 22+15reb+4ast, S.Sergiy 12+4reb+3ast, A.Raus 9+2reb+1ast, O.Didenko 8+6reb+2ast, F.Maksym 7+4reb, O.Levanovich 4+6reb+3ast SumDU - Self Made 74-70 SumDU used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Kyiv 74-70 on Saturday night. The hosts trailed by 11 points after three quarters before their 23-8 charge, which allowed them to win the game. SumDU made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 25 Self Made turnovers. Strangely Self Made outrebounded SumDU 44-26 including 17 on the offensive glass. The best player for the winners was forward Maxim Mikhailov (198-2003) who scored 30 points (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Point guard Igor Starodub (182-1997) chipped in 26 points and 5 rebounds. Swingman Oleksandr Petrov (191-1989) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds and Yevhenii Zhulavskyi added 13 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the guests. Five Self Made players scored in double figures. Self Made's coach Maxim Drobashko tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Top scorers: SumDU: M.Maxim 30+4reb, I.Starodub 26+5reb+2ast, G.Alexey 7+3reb, S.Maxim 4+3reb, F.Ivan 3+4reb+2ast, B.Stepanchenko 3+3reb+1ast Self Made: K.Denis 14+3reb, K.Danylo 14+5reb+2ast, Z.Yevhenii 13+8reb, O.Petrov 13+13reb, K.Liiv 10+3reb, S.Dmitro 6+3reb+2ast Rivne - Politekhnik-2 100-90 Rivne used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Kharkiv 100-90 on Saturday night. The game was mostly controlled by Rivne. Politekhnik-2 managed to win second period 29-22. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They made 25-of-28 free shots (89.3 percent) during the game. Rivne forced 22 Politekhnik-2 turnovers. The best player for the winners was forward Oleksii Soloviov (192-1997) who scored 33 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds. Nigerian-Russian center Aleksey Adediran (206-1982, college: Binghamton, agency: BIG) chipped in 23 points and 6 rebounds. Center Viktor Kolotilov (205-1997) produced 24 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and forward Maksym Mochalov (201-1995) added 19 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Rivne: S.Oleksii 33+6reb+2ast, A.Adediran 23+6reb+2ast, T.Dmytro 15+3reb+3ast, V.Gerasymchuk 7+1reb+2ast, T.Shaniuk 7+2reb+2ast, L.Victor 6+5reb+1ast Politekhnik-2: K.Viktor 24+4reb+2ast, M.Maksym 19+9reb, G.Danylo 11+4reb+2ast, T.Vladislav 9+1reb+1ast, F.Vladyslav 7+1reb+1ast, M.Bondarenko 6+3reb+3ast SumDU - Politekhnik-2 60-66 Very significant was Politekhnik-2's 66-60 road victory against SumDU. SumDU was ahead by 2 points at the halftime before a 37-29 second half run of Politekhnik-2. Forward Maksym Mochalov (201-1995) notched a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) to lead the effort and Mikita Bondarenko (199-2000) supported him with 16 points and 8 rebounds. Even 30 points by forward Maxim Mikhailov (198-2003) did not help to save the game for SumDU. Point guard Igor Starodub (182-1997) added 15 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the hosts. Top scorers: Politekhnik-2: M.Maksym 34+14reb, M.Bondarenko 16+8reb+1ast, F.Vladyslav 4+3reb, L.Oleksiy 3+3reb+9ast, K.Rodion 3+1reb+1ast, K.Viktor 2+2reb+2ast SumDU: M.Maxim 30+4reb, I.Starodub 15+9reb+4ast, F.Ivan 8+7reb+1ast, R.Bogdan 5+4reb, G.Alexey 2+2reb+2ast, R.Alexander 0 Rivne - Self Made 92-81 There was no surprise when Self Made was defeated on the road by Rivne 92-81 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by Rivne. Self Made managed to win third quarter 22-18. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The best player for the winners was Nigerian-Russian center Aleksey Adediran (206-1982, college: Binghamton, agency: BIG) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds. Point guard Taras Shaniuk (179-1992) chipped in 17 points. Rivne's coach Mikhail Pereverziy used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Swingman Oleksandr Petrov (191-1989) produced 14 points and 7 rebounds and guard Ivan Chmyrenko (196-1999, college: LA Valley JC) added 13 points respectively for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Rivne: A.Adediran 18+10reb, T.Shaniuk 17+2reb+2ast, T.Dmytro 14+4reb+2ast, R.Serhii 11+1reb, S.Oleksii 11+4reb+4ast, C.Vasyl 9+3reb Self Made: O.Petrov 14+7reb+1ast, I.Chmyrenko 13+3reb, K.Liiv 13+1ast, S.Dmitro 10+4reb+1ast, S.Nikita 10, K.Denis 9+4reb+2ast |
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Tirana: Tirana (#2) and Berleti (#6). Tirana (10-2) crushed visiting Berleti (1-12) by 89 points 110-21. Tirana held Berleti to an opponent 13.5 percent shooting from the field compared to 55.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Tirana forced 25 Berleti turnovers and outrebounded them 65-19 including a 22-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 40 assists comparing to just 3 passes made by Berleti's players. The best player for the winners was Emily Tershalla (164-2007) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points, 20 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals. Serbian forward Tijana Djukic (193-1993, college: Utah St.) chipped in 18 points and 10 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Tirana's coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Emi Skuqi (-2001) who recorded 4 points and 6 rebounds. Tirana maintains second place with 10-2 record behind leader Flamurtari. Berleti lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Elbasani. Tirana's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tirana Studenti. In the last two games of round 15 bottom-ranked Elbasani was crushed by Partizani in Tirana 72-52. Vllaznia beat Studenti at home 56-48. The best stats of 15th round was 22 points and 5 rebounds by Bernada Rreshpja of Vllaznia.
Tirana - Berleti 110-21 The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Tirana: Tirana (#2) and Berleti (#6). Tirana (10-2) crushed visiting Berleti (1-12) by 89 points 110-21. Tirana held Berleti to an opponent 13.5 percent shooting from the field compared to 55.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Tirana forced 25 Berleti turnovers and outrebounded them 65-19 including a 22-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 40 assists comparing to just 3 passes made by Berleti's players. The best player for the winners was Emily Tershalla (164-2007) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points, 20 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals. Serbian forward Tijana Djukic (193-1993, college: Utah St.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Four Tirana players scored in double figures. Tirana's coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Emi Skuqi (-2001) who recorded 4 points and 6 rebounds and Eriola Shkalla added 5 points respectively. Tirana maintains second place with 10-2 record behind leader Flamurtari. Berleti lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Elbasani. Tirana's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tirana Studenti. Top scorers: Tirana: T.Djukic 18+10reb+2ast, T.Emily 16+20reb+4ast, E.Qosja 12+2reb+1ast, B.Katja 10+4reb+2ast, B.Bey 10+5reb+3ast, E.Dishnica 8+8reb+4ast Berleti: U.Neda 6, S.Eriola 5+3reb, S.Emi 4+6reb, P.Armonda 3+1reb+1ast, K.Konini 2+3reb, L.Dea 1+3reb Partizani - Elbasani 72-52 There was no surprise in Tirana where 7th ranked Elbasani (1-12) was crushed by third ranked Partizani (9-3) 72-52 on Saturday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Partizani made 9 blocks. The best player for the winners was American point guard Rehema Franklin (163-1996, college: New Orleans) who scored 28 points and 6 rebounds. The former international Orjana Hasani (178-2002) chipped in 7 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Franklin is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the other side the best for losing team was Sidorela Zenuni (-1995) who recorded a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds and guard Xhemile Ahmetaj (173-1997) added 9 points and 12 rebounds respectively. Elbasani's coach rotated eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Partizani have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain third place with 9-3 record having just one point less than leader Flamurtari. Elbasani lost eleventh consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 12 games lost. They share it with Berleti. Partizani are looking forward to face Vllaznia (#4) in Shkodra in the next round. Elbasani will have a break next round. Top scorers: Partizani: R.Franklin 28+6reb+2ast, K.Fekollari 12+4reb+2ast, T.Jace 11+6reb, O.Hasani 7+7reb+6ast, O.Lalaj 5+4reb+1ast, F.Haris 4+2reb+2ast Elbasani: S.Zenuni 23+13reb+3ast, S.Zhuljeta 10+5reb+2ast, X.Ahmetaj 9+12reb, L.Marinela 4+6reb+2ast, D.Guenda 2, H.Rexhina 2+2reb Vllaznia - Studenti 56-48 The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Vllaznia's (7-5) home victory over 5th ranked Studenti (4-9) 56-48 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was the former international Bernada Rreshpja (180-2001, college: Southeastern) who scored 22 points and 5 rebounds. Melida Hykaj (178-2005) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international point guard Xhesika Toska (172-2000) who recorded 17 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and international forward Stela Shallo (180-2002) added 15 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Vllaznia have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 7-5 record. Studenti lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with nine games lost. Vllaznia are looking forward to face higher ranked Partizani (#3) in Tirana in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Studenti's supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Tirana to the arena Tirana. Top scorers: Vllaznia: B.Rreshpja 22+5reb+2ast, B.Anisa 15+5reb+2ast, H.Melida 12+11reb+3ast, I.Dashja 7+7reb+8ast, K.Sindi 0+1reb, M.Sara 0 Studenti: X.Toska 17+6reb+8ast, S.Shallo 15+7reb+1ast, M.Isavela 6+8reb, M.Shima 4+3reb+3ast, P.Marina 4+4reb+1ast, S.Megi 2+6reb |
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Obras - Dep.Berazategui 53-61 Dep.Berazategui outrebounded Obras 33-20 including a 15-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Maria Jourdheuil (180-1994) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points and 8 rebounds. The former international center Florencia Fernandez (189-1986) contributed with 9 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. International Camila Suarez (178-2000) replied with 23 points and 6 rebounds and the former international Candela Gentinetta (181-2001) added 18 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Obras. Top scorers: Dep.Berazategui: M.Jourdheuil 22+8reb+1ast, S.Wolf 10+2reb+2ast, F.Fernandez 9+8reb+1ast, G.Coz 8+1reb, M.Agustina 5+3reb+1ast, F.Galban 3+4reb+2ast Obras: C.Suarez 23+6reb+3ast, C.Gentinetta 18+6reb+1ast, C.Echeverria 6+1reb+1ast, D.Piri 2+1reb, T.Nicole 2, M.Lorraine 2+1reb Quimsa - Instituto 51-40 Quimsa had a 26-14 advantage in offensive rebounds. Power forward Johana Puchetti (180-1987) scored 10 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and point guard Sofia Acevedo (167-2001) chipped in 14 points during the contest. Power forward Julia Centurion (190-2000) responded with 11 points and 6 rebounds and the former international swingman Agustina Garcia (173-1996, agency: BIG) scored 9 points. Top scorers: Quimsa: S.Acevedo 14+3reb+1ast, J.Puchetti 10+7reb+2ast, A.Ledesma 8+2reb, M.Delgado 8+7reb, E.Rocio 4+2reb+3ast, L.Campos 3+3reb Instituto: C.Julia 11+6reb+2ast, A.Garcia 9+4reb, B.Giselle 6+3reb, S.Cabrera 5+3reb+3ast, B.Giuliana 4, A.Celeste 3+7reb+2ast |
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There were only 2 rounds played so far and it's still very beginning of the Regular Season in State League. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. BA CoE smashed Mustangs in Canberra 86-64. BA CoE dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Mustangs' 36. BA CoE forced 23 Mustangs turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was center Isla Juffermans (191-2005) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds. Center Jessica Petrie (186-2005) chipped in 23 points and 7 rebounds. Forward Shakera Reilly (178-1999) produced 27 points and 5 rebounds for the guests. Mustangs' coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Mustangs will play next round against North Bears trying to get back on the winning streak. BA CoE will try to continue on its current victory against Hawks in Wollongong. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles recorded a loss in Newcastle. Visitors were defeated by Falcons 64-55. American guard Nicole Munger (180-1997, college: Michigan) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 19 rebounds and 4 assists. Abigail Curtin contributed with 17 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Forward Felicity Henderson (180-2004) replied with 12 points and 6 rebounds for Manly Warringah Sea Eagles. Falcons will play against Nationals in Canberra in the next round where they are favorite. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles will play at home against Crusaders to get more than just one victory in their record. An interesting game was played in Baulkham Hills where Comets crushed host Hills Hornets with 31-point difference 72-41 on Saturday evening. Vanessa Panousis scored 32 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) to lead the charge for the winners. Rhiannon Yetsenga responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 15 rebounds. Hills Hornets' coach already knew that her team would not have a big chance, so allowed to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Comets will meet at home Spireds in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Hills Hornets will play against Lady Bandits in Albury and hope to win that game. Rest of the games of round 2 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Norths B. crushed Bankstown B. in Crows Nest 80-47. Albury LB smashed Hornsby S. at home 104-40. Maitland M. lost to Canberra N. on the opponent's court 59-71. Winless Illawarra H. unfortunately lost to Penrith P. in a home game 74-83. BA CoE rolled over Inner WB on the road 81-46. Cent.Coast C. was defeated by Sutherland S. on its own court 65-79.
Group NBL1 EastBankstown B. - Norths B. 47-80But Bruins were not able to use a home court advantage and were crushed by the opponent from Crows Nest 80-47 on Saturday night. North Bears forced 21 Bruins turnovers and outrebounded them 52-39 including 19 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Bruins' players. Guard Kate Seebohm (170-1991, college: California, PA) scored 12 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals to lead the charge for the winners and forward Carla Pitman (180-2004) chipped in 22 points during the contest. Four North Bears players scored in double figures. Kiahna Davis responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds and guard Shalome Dunlop (172-2003) scored 12 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. North Bears will meet Mustangs in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Bruins will play against Hawks and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Bankstown B.: D.Kiahna 18+10reb, D.Shalome 12+3reb+2ast, M.Campbell 6+3reb, B.Wright 5+4reb+1ast, L.Rachael 4+7reb+1ast, V.Abbey 2 Norths B.: P.Carla 22+2reb+3ast, J.Bygate 14+10reb, E.Simons 13+4reb+3ast, K.Seebohm 12+9reb+7ast, S.Schicher 8+6reb+3ast, M.O'Hehir 4+4reb+1ast Albury LB - Hornsby S. 104-40 No shocking result in a game in Albury where Lady Bandits smashed Spireds 104-40 on Saturday. Lady Bandits held Spireds to an opponent 20.3 percent shooting from the field compared to 45.1 percent accuracy of the winners. Lady Bandits forced 24 Spireds turnovers and outrebounded them 61-32 including a 21-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Power forward Ashlee Hannan (193-2001, college: Texas) had a double-double by scoring 23 points and 22 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Emma Mahady (179-1992, college: California, PA) chipped in 19 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. Five Lady Bandits players scored in double figures. Keira Hudson responded with 19 points and 8 rebounds and Tylah Mundine produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds. Spireds' coach already knew that her team would not have a big chance, so allowed to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Lady Bandits will meet at home Hills Hornets in the next round where they are favorite. Spireds will play against Comets in Alexandria and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Hornsby S.: H.Keira 19+8reb, T.Mundine 11+10reb+1ast, M.Della Franca 3+1reb, D.Franca Sabrina 2+3reb, T.Ashleigh 2, D.Madeline 2+2reb Albury LB: A.Hannan 23+22reb, E.Mahady 19+9reb+7ast, B.Theodore 17+3reb+1ast, S.Mellington 11+6reb+3ast, M.Elizabeth 10+8reb, C.Ardern 10+2reb+2ast Canberra N. - Maitland M. 71-59 There was a minor upset in Canberra where Mustangs were defeated by Nationals 71-59 on Saturday. Nationals outrebounded Mustangs 47-20 including a 34-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Jasmyn Boutzos scored 24 points to lead the charge for the winners and Mia Slater chipped in 14 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Forward Shakera Reilly (178-1999) responded with 18 points and American guard Sydney Hunter (183-1999, college: San Diego) scored 12 points and 4 steals. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Nationals will meet Crusaders in the next round where they are favorite. Mustangs will play against North Bears and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Maitland M.: R.Shakera 18+4reb+2ast, S.Hunter 12+4reb+2ast, W.Mila 10+2reb+1ast, W.Rachel 6+3reb+2ast, H.Fox 4+1reb+2ast, R.Gallego 4+2reb+1ast Canberra N.: B.Jasmyn 24+3reb, S.Mia 14+11reb, Y.Mayen 10+1ast, F.Elise 6+8reb, K.Abbie 6+10reb+6ast, A.Solway 5+10reb+5ast Illawarra H. - Penrith P. 74-83 But Hawks were not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Penrith 83-74 on Saturday night. Guard Tahlia Tupaea (175-1997) scored 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and forward Chloe Williams (190-2005, college: Tulsa) chipped in 17 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Five Panthers players scored in double figures. Ella Dent responded with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 12 rebounds and Rebecca Abel scored 21 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Panthers will meet BA CoE in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Hawks will play against BA CoE in Canberra and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Illawarra H.: D.Ella 26+12reb+2ast, R.Abel 21+6reb+1ast, G.Ohrdorf 8+4reb+1ast, T.Imogen 5, G.Lauren 4+1reb+4ast, W.Rachael 2+5reb+1ast Penrith P.: T.Tupaea 20+5reb+5ast, C.Williams 17+7reb+1ast, M.Jefferson 14+5reb+1ast, E.Matthews 12+2reb+3ast, F.Dominika 12+2reb+4ast, S.Frances 4+3reb+1ast Newcastle F. - Manly Warr. SE 64-55 Manly Warringah Sea Eagles recorded a loss in Newcastle. Visitors were defeated by Falcons 64-55. Falcons had a 38-26 advantage in offensive rebounds. American guard Nicole Munger (180-1997, college: Michigan) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 19 rebounds and 4 assists. Swingman Abigail Curtin (185, college: Denver) contributed with 17 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Forward Felicity Henderson (180-2004) replied with 12 points and 6 rebounds and swingman Zoey Miller (177-2003) added 11 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Manly Warringah Sea Eagles. Falcons will play against Nationals in Canberra in the next round where they are favorite. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles will play at home against Crusaders to get more than just one victory in their record. Top scorers: Manly Warr. SE: H.Felicity 12+6reb+2ast, B.Delaney 12+5reb+2ast, M.Zoey 11+7reb+2ast, A.Henderson 8+6reb+1ast, B.Josie 5+7reb+1ast, S.Annobel 3+1reb Newcastle F.: N.Munger 21+19reb+4ast, A.Curtin 17+8reb+1ast, K.Kate 15+5reb+1ast, M.Rachael 6+3reb+2ast, R.Jessica 3+4reb+2ast, F.Emily 2+2reb+1ast Hills H. - Sydney C. 41-72 An interesting game was played in Baulkham Hills where Comets crushed host Hills Hornets with 31-point difference 72-41 on Saturday evening. Comets forced 19 Hills Hornets turnovers. Naturalized Greek point guard Vanessa Panousis (170-1995, college: Virginia Tech) scored 32 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) to lead the charge for the winners and power forward Jada Crawshaw (184-2004) chipped in 15 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Rhiannon Yetsenga responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 15 rebounds and guard Cassandra Pentney (169-1994) scored 9 points. Hills Hornets' coach already knew that her team would not have a big chance, so allowed to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Comets will meet at home Spireds in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Hills Hornets will play against Lady Bandits in Albury and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Hills H.: Y.Rhiannon 11+15reb, C.Kelsey 9+1reb, P.Cassandra 9+4reb+1ast, C.Taylah 6+4reb, E.Maddie 4+2reb+3ast, L.Ella 2+4reb Sydney C.: V.Panousis 32+7reb+6ast, C.Jada 15+11reb, K.Alexandra 13+8reb, M.Makayla 5+2reb+2ast, M.Cantellano 3+1reb, D.Toleafoa 2+3reb Inner WB - BA CoE 46-81 Not a big story in a game when Bulls were outplayed at home by BA CoE 81-46 on Saturday. BA CoE dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Bulls' 30. They outrebounded Bulls 63-26 including a 40-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when BA CoE made 8 blocks. Center Isla Juffermans (191-2005) had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 16 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Summah Hanson (179-2005) chipped in 5 points and 18 rebounds during the contest. Tasmyn Haynes responded with 10 points and 7 rebounds and Shiho Yamazaki scored 4 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. BA CoE will meet at home Hawks in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Bulls will play against Sharks in Sutherland and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Inner WB: H.Tasmyn 10+7reb+2ast, R.Naiobe 8, M.Aimi 6+4reb+1ast, O.Abby 6+3reb+1ast, M.Peric 6+3reb, Y.Shiho 4+5reb+7ast BA CoE: J.Isla 19+16reb+2ast, P.Jessica 14+9reb, C.Jayda 12+4reb+2ast, G.Rubi 12+2ast, H.Sienna 8+2reb+5ast, H.Summah 5+18reb+1ast Cent.Coast C. - Sutherland S. 65-79 There was a surprise result in Terrigal where Sharks won against Crusaders 79-65 on Saturday. Forward Emily Garland (178-2003) scored 32 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Madeleine Norris (188-1998) chipped in 13 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four Sharks players scored in double figures. Swingman Sara Matthews (174-2002) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists and guard Darneka Rowe (174-1993) scored 14 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sharks will meet at home Bulls in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Crusaders will play against Nationals and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Cent.Coast C.: M.Sara 17+10reb+6ast, D.Rowe 14+6reb+1ast, M.Penn 8+6reb+3ast, B.Emma 8+5reb, E.Pitman 7+3reb, N.Hutchins 4+9reb Sutherland S.: G.Emily 32+8reb+3ast, M.Norris 13+6reb+4ast, P.Manuela 13+3reb+1ast, O.White 11+10reb+2ast, K.Hovatter 8+6reb+5ast, H.Clinen 2+1reb BA CoE - Maitland M. 86-64 BA CoE smashed Mustangs in Canberra 86-64. BA CoE dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Mustangs' 36. BA CoE forced 23 Mustangs turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was center Isla Juffermans (191-2005) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds. Center Jessica Petrie (186-2005) chipped in 23 points and 7 rebounds. Forward Shakera Reilly (178-1999) produced 27 points and 5 rebounds and American guard Sydney Hunter (183-1999, college: San Diego) added 16 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the guests. Mustangs' coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Mustangs will play next round against North Bears trying to get back on the winning streak. BA CoE will try to continue on its current victory against Hawks in Wollongong. Top scorers: Maitland M.: R.Shakera 27+5reb+1ast, S.Hunter 16+8reb, W.Rachel 11+3reb+2ast, W.Mila 8+7reb, R.Gallego 2+2reb+1ast, W.Daila 0+1reb+1ast BA CoE: P.Jessica 23+7reb+2ast, J.Isla 19+12reb+2ast, H.Sienna 15+1reb+2ast, C.Jayda 9+4reb+6ast, G.Rubi 6+5reb+5ast, H.Summah 6+1reb+1ast |
| Vanessa Panousis claims Australian State League weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 27-year old playmaker had the game-high 32 points adding seven rebounds and six assists for Sydney C. in her team's victory, helping them to outclass Hills H. (#8, 1-1) with 31-point margin 72-41. Sydney C. is placed at 4th position in Australian State League. But it's just the very beginning of the season and Sydney C. won both games without losing any. It's too early to say anything as the standings can be changed completely after next round. In the team's last game Panousis had a remarkable 60.0% from 2-point range and got four three-pointers out of 6 attempts. She just recently signed at Sydney C. and just after two games she already turned to be a very valuable addition to the team. Virginia Tech University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Panousis is league's best scorer averaging so far 33.5ppg. Panousis is in league's top in assists (4th best: 6.0apg) and averages solid 60.0% FGP and 47.1% from behind 3-point line. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young forward Emily Garland (178-F-2003) of Sutherland S.. Garland impressed basketball fans with 32 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists. Of course she led Sutherland S. to another comfortable win 79-65 over Cent.Coast C. (1-1) being unquestionably team leader. The season is still at the very beginning and this victory may help a lot. Let's wait for the next round. Garland is one of the most experienced players at Sutherland S. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 22.0ppg (#4). She also registered 6.5 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was Isla Juffermans (191-C-2005) of top-ranked BA CoE. Juffermans scored 19 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). She was a key player of BA CoE, leading her team to a 86-64 easy win against Maitland M. (#12, 1-2). BA CoE started extremely well this year. They recorded 3 victories without losing a single game in NBL1 East. Juffermans turns to be one of the very best players in the league while she is also a leader of the top team having her eyes on the championship title. Juffermans has a great season in Australia. After only 3 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 12.7rpg (5th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Ella Dent) of Illawarra H. - 26 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Ashlee Hannan (193-F/C-2001) of Albury LB - 23 points and 22 rebounds 6. Nicole Munger (180-G-1997) of Newcastle F. - 21 points, 19 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Emma Mahady (179-G-1992) of Albury LB - 19 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists 8. Kate Seebohm (170-G-1991) of Norths B. - 12 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists 9. Tahlia Tupaea (175-G-1997) of Penrith P. - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Carla Pitman (180-F-2004) of Norths B. - 22 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Townsville Fire smash Southside Flyers 94-63 in WNBL grand final record-breaker - by Eurobasket News |
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Townsville Fire are one win away from their fourth WNBL championship after demolishing Southside Flyers 94-63 in game one of the best-of-three grand final series. The 31-point winning margin at the Townsville Entertainment Centre on Saturday night was the largest in WNBL grand final history. The Fire set up their 15th consecutive victory with a commanding 28-14 scoreline at the end of the first quarter. Explosive back-up guard Shyla Heal (167-PG-2001, agency: LBM Management) had 23 points at 90 per cent in 20 minutes, while gun import Tianna Hawkins posted 20 before sitting out the entire fourth period. Acting captain Bec Cole (20 points) played a virtual lone hand for the sluggish Flyers, whose gruelling, physical three-game semifinal series against Melbourne appeared to take its toll. Cole and Sara Blicavs (189-F-1993) were the only two Southside players to score in the opening term, which was dominated by the Fire. Premier Flyers import Kayla Thornton (185-F-1992, college: UTEP) did not hit the scoreboard until inside the last two minutes of the first half, at the end of which the Fire held sway 57-38. Heal busted Southside's zone defence with 13 second-quarter points, while the Fire continued to prosper getting downhill on the Flyers' poor ball use, outscoring the visitors 15-4 off turnovers. Fire captain Lauren Nicholson (183-G-1993, college: St.Mary's, CA) paced an 11-2 start to the third stanza to push the hosts ahead 68-40. Cole spearheaded an 8-0 mini-revival before Courtney Woods (183-G/F-1997, college: NIU)'s punch off the bench gave the momentum back to the Fire, who led 78-52 at three-quarter-time. The Fire's bench belted the Flyers' 46-14 with Heal dominant and Woods continuing to drain buckets as the margin swelled out of control. The Flyers will need to improve immeasurably when the series moves to Melbourne's State Basketball Centre for game two on Wednesday. Courtesy of: abc.net.au |
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| BDSL Round 1 of Finals. BK Duchess claim opening win - by Eurobasket News |
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BK Duchess - UBI Graz 73-60 BK Duchess held off UBI Graz to take the lead in the Finals. The game was mostly controlled by BK Duchess. UBI Graz managed to win fourth quarter 28-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding UBI Graz to just 6 points in second quarter. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Lisa Zderadicka (168-1994, college: FGCU) who helped to win the game recording 19 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Hungarian forward Lilla Horvath (183-1990) contributed with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. The former international forward Camilla Neumann (182-1994) answered with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 14 rebounds and Johanna Maresch (181-1994) added 14 points in the effort for UBI Graz. Top scorers: BK Duchess: L.Zderadicka 19+6reb+7ast, L.Horvath 14+14reb, H.Sina 10+6reb+1ast, P.Zderadicka 9+1reb, M.Victoria 6, M.Wildbacher 6+5reb+5ast UBI Graz: J.Maresch 14+1reb+2ast, C.Neumann 13+14reb+3ast, O.Fastova 10+6reb+1ast, S.Schwarzinger 7+3ast, E.Fellner 6+3reb, L.Bischof 5+1reb+1ast |
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| Premier League Round 26: RGUOR is defeated by BC Minsk in a derby game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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What a coincidence that all visitors won their games. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Minsk: BC Minsk (#3) and RGUOR (#7). RGUOR was smashed at home by 50 points 47-97 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. BC Minsk dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to RGUOR's 28. BC Minsk forced 27 RGUOR turnovers and outrebounded them 58-27 including a 23-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by RGUOR's players. Forward Katsiaryna Karpuk (185-1999) had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 15 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Ekaterina Rybalko (181-1998) chipped in 16 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Daria Kulik (-2008) responded with 7 points. RGUOR's coach Elena Ivanovskaya gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. BC Minsk (20-4) moved-up to second place. Newly promoted RGUOR keeps the seventh position with 18 games lost. Another interesting game was again a derby between two teams from Grodno: Olimpia (#3) and Victoria (#5). Victoria was smashed at home by 50 points 28-78 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Elizaveta Shishlyuk (-2005) notched 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and Palina Damianiak supported her with 12 points and 8 rebounds. Olimpia's coach Viktoryia Datsun felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 10 points and 4 blocks by guard Aleksandra Polubok (154-2006) did not help to save the game for Victoria. Olimpia (19-2) have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain third position having 2 victories less than leader Gorizont. Victoria lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with 13 games lost. The game in Brest was also quite interesting. Fifth ranked Victoria (11-13) played at the court of 8th ranked Brest (4-20). Victoria defeated Brest 75-65 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Aleksandra Polubok who had a double-double by scoring 32 points and 15 rebounds. Anastasia Babak produced a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds for the hosts. Victoria maintains fifth position with 11-13 record. Brest lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 20 games lost. In the last game of round 26 Gomel won against Gorizont 2 on the opponent's court 80-63.
RGUOR - BC Minsk 47-97 The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Minsk: BC Minsk (#3) and RGUOR (#7). RGUOR was smashed at home by 50 points 47-97 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. BC Minsk dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to RGUOR's 28. BC Minsk forced 27 RGUOR turnovers and outrebounded them 58-27 including a 23-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by RGUOR's players. Forward Katsiaryna Karpuk (185-1999) had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 15 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Ekaterina Rybalko (181-1998) chipped in 16 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Four BC Minsk players scored in double figures. Daria Kulik (-2008) responded with 7 points and Darya Degtyareva (-2007) scored 4 points and 8 rebounds. RGUOR's coach Elena Ivanovskaya gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. BC Minsk (20-4) moved-up to second place. Newly promoted RGUOR keeps the seventh position with 18 games lost. Top scorers: RGUOR: Y.Daria 11, K.Daria 7+3reb+3ast, N.Vera 6+2reb+2ast, S.Marta 6+2reb+1ast, T.Alesya 5+5reb+1ast, D.Darya 4+8reb BC Minsk: K.Karpuk 21+15reb+2ast, E.Rybalko 16+9reb+3ast, M.Yana 14+10reb, D.Mahalias 14+3reb, K.Vabishchevich 10+7reb+2ast, A.Murauskaya 8+5reb+8ast Gorizont 2 - Gomel 63-80 Very expected game in Minsk where 9th ranked Gorizont 2 (3-20) was defeated by fourth ranked Gomel (12-12) 80-63 on Saturday. Gomel forced 20 Gorizont 2 turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Gorizont 2's players. The best player for the winners was forward Victoria Goncharova (165-2005) who scored 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Swingman Yana Paraschenko (177-2005) chipped in 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Gomel players scored in double figures. Guard Alisa Liskova (167-2006) produced 9 points and 10 rebounds and Alisa Borschevskaya (-2001) added 12 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Gomel maintains fourth position with 12-12 record. Gorizont 2 at the other side stay dead last with 20 lost games. Top scorers: Gorizont 2: P.Elizaveta 15+6reb, B.Alisa 12+8reb+2ast, L.Alisa 9+10reb+3ast, K.Anastasia 7+4reb+1ast, A.Vlasiuk 6+4reb+1ast, R.Anastasiya 5+3reb+1ast Gomel: G.Victoria 17+8reb+4ast, P.Yana 14+7reb+4ast, O.Kopylova 12+9reb+3ast, P.Valeria 10+6reb, K.Ilona 8+3reb+4ast, D.Panasyuk 7+5reb+7ast Brest - Victoria 65-75 The game in Brest was also quite interesting. Fifth ranked Victoria (11-13) played at the court of 8th ranked Brest (4-20). Victoria defeated Brest 75-65 on Saturday. Victoria forced 26 Brest turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Aleksandra Polubok (154-2006) who had a double-double by scoring 32 points and 15 rebounds. Maria Liaskouskaia (-2007) chipped in 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Anastasia Babak (180-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds and forward Anastasia Kuratnik (174-2002) added 21 points and 5 steals respectively for the hosts. Victoria maintains fifth position with 11-13 record. Brest lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 20 games lost. Top scorers: Brest: A.Babak 22+11reb+1ast, A.Kuratnik 21+1reb+3ast, L.Karinchuk 9+10reb, K.Elizaveta 5+2reb+1ast, O.Isaenko 4+4reb+6ast, K.Ksenia 2+2reb+1ast Victoria: P.Aleksandra 32+15reb+2ast, L.Maria 16+8reb+4ast, T.Elizabeth 12+3reb+1ast, K.Ksenia 6+3reb+2ast, S.Ksenia 6+2reb+2ast, K.Karina 3+8reb+8ast Victoria - Olimpia 28-78 Another interesting game was again a derby between two teams from Grodno: Olimpia (#3) and Victoria (#5). Victoria was smashed at home by 50 points 28-78 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Olimpia held Victoria to an opponent 22.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 38.7 percent accuracy of the winners. Olimpia forced 26 Victoria turnovers and outrebounded them 49-34 including a 19-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Victoria's players. Elizaveta Shishlyuk (-2005) notched 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and center Palina Damianiak (190-2005) supported her with 12 points and 8 rebounds. Four Olimpia players scored in double figures. Olimpia's coach Viktoryia Datsun felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 10 points and 4 blocks by guard Aleksandra Polubok (154-2006) did not help to save the game for Victoria. Maria Liaskouskaia (-2007) added 5 points and 7 rebounds for the hosts. Olimpia (19-2) have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain third position having 2 victories less than leader Gorizont. Victoria lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with 13 games lost. Top scorers: Victoria: P.Aleksandra 10+4reb+2ast, L.Maria 5+7reb, S.Ksenia 4+4reb, K.Karina 3+2reb+4ast, K.Ksenia 2+4reb, S.Vladislava 2+2reb Olimpia: D.Palina 12+8reb+1ast, Y.Iahnovets 12+2reb+2ast, S.Elizaveta 12+6reb+4ast, A.Ambrozhevich 11+4reb+2ast, B.Evgenia 11+7reb+1ast, N.Nadzezhka 7+9reb+2ast |
| Belarusian Premier League round 26 best performance: Aleksandra Polubok - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Guard Aleksandra Polubok (154-G-2006) had an amazing evening in the last round for Victoria, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 26. The 16-year old player had a double-double of 32 points and 15 rebounds, while her team beat Brest (#8, 4-20) 75-65. Victoria maintains the 5th position in Belarusian Premier League. Victoria is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 11-13 record. In the team's last game Polubok had a remarkable 71.4% from 2-point range. She has many years of experience at Victoria, through which she has constantly improved. Aleksandra Polubok has solid league stats. She is in league's top in points (4th best: 13.9ppg), rebounds (2nd best: 11.4rpg) and averages impressive 1.5bpg,2.6spg and 50.4% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Katsiaryna Karpuk (185-F-1999) of league's second-best BC Minsk. Karpuk had a very good evening with a double-double of 21 points and 15 rebounds. Of course she led BC Minsk to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked RGUOR (#7, 5-18) 97-47. This victory allowed BC Minsk to move up to second position in the standings. Her team lost just four games this season, while they won 20 matches. Karpuk is a newcomer at BC Minsk, but is already one of team's top players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 14.0ppg (#2). She also registered 5.4 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was another BC Minsk's star - forward Ekaterina Rybalko (181-F-1998). Rybalko scored 16 points and grabbed nine rebounds. She was another key player of BC Minsk, helping her team with a 97-47 easy win against the lower-ranked RGUOR (#7, 5-18). BC Minsk is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 20-4 record is not that bad... Rybalko has a very solid season. In 18 games in Belarus she scored 10.4ppg. She also has 5.9rpg, 2.3spg and FGP: 60.4%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Anastasia Babak (180-F-2002) of Brest - 22 points and 11 rebounds 5. Victoria Goncharova (165-F-2005) of Gomel - 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Palina Damianiak (190-C-2005) of Olimpia - 12 points and 8 rebounds 7. Anastasia Kuratnik (174-F-2002) of Brest - 21 points and 3 assists 8. Yana Paraschenko (177-G/F-2005) of Gomel - 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Elizaveta Prokofieva (2007) of Gorizont 2 - 15 points and 6 rebounds 10. Olga Kopylova (187-F/C-1982) of Gomel - 12 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Top Division Women Round 18: Kangoeroes defeat Namur in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in Top Division Women. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. An interesting game for Kangoeroes (17-0) which played road game in Namur against 3rd ranked Namur (13-5). Top-ranked Kangoeroes had an easy win 92-59. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Namur. Kangoeroes made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Namur 49-23 including a 18-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a good game for Chilean center Ziomara Morrison (194-1989, agency: LBM Management) who led her team to a victory with 23 points and 8 rebounds. French point guard Lisa Berkani (176-1997, agency: Areus Sports) contributed with 27 points for the winners. Kangoeroes' coach Arvid Diels felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American Peyton Whitted (190-1995, college: Penn St.) replied with 18 points and 5 rebounds for Namur. Undefeated Kangoeroes have an impressive 17-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 17-0 record. Namur at the other side keeps the third place with five games lost. They share the position with Liege. Kangoeroes are looking forward to face Liege (#3) at home in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Namur will play against Lummen and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. An interesting game for Castors Braine (16-2) which played road game in Liege against one of their biggest challengers Liege (13-5). Second ranked Castors Braine had an easy win 107-44. American Jessica Lindstrom (185-1996, college: Green Bay, agency: LBM Management) had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Matea Tadic chipped in 14 points and 9 assists during the contest. Coach Frederic Dusart's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was American guard Carlie Littlefield (175, college: UNC, agency: LBM Management) with 13 points and 6 rebounds. Castors Braine have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 16-2 record behind leader Kangoeroes. Liege at the other side keeps the third place with five games lost. They share the position with Namur. Castors Braine will play against Phantoms Boom (#5) at home in the next round. Liege will play against the league's leader Kangoeroes in Mechelen and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Bottom-ranked Spirou managed to get a third victory on Saturday night. This time they won against ninth-ranked Brunehaut 62-54. Chadia Samsam notched a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds to lead the effort. Even 20 points by Vibe Bevernage did not help to save the game for Brunehaut. Spirou (3-15) moved-up to ninth place, which they share with defeated Brunehaut. Brunehaut lost fifth consecutive game. Spirou will meet higher ranked Laarne (#8) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Brunehaut will play against Kortrijk Spurs and hope to secure a win. There were no big surprises in other games of round 18: Laarne beat Waregem on the road 93-85. Lummen was destroyed by Phantoms Boom on its own court 59-87. Phantoms Boom lost to undefeated Kangoeroes in Mechelen 43-88. Kortrijk Spurs was rolled over Castors Braine at home 44-96. The most impressive performance of 18th round was 17 points by Aleksandra Kroselj of Castors Braine.
Brunehaut - Spirou 54-62 Bottom-ranked Spirou managed to get a third victory on Saturday night. This time they won against ninth-ranked Brunehaut 62-54. Guard Chadia Samsam (170-2003, agency: LBM Management) notched a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds to lead the effort and guard Lynn Hering (173-1998) supported her with 9 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. Four Spirou players scored in double figures. Even 20 points by guard Vibe Bevernage (170-1999) did not help to save the game for Brunehaut. Forward Dunia Huwe (180-1993) added 8 points and 8 rebounds. Spirou (3-15) moved-up to ninth place, which they share with defeated Brunehaut. Brunehaut lost fifth consecutive game. Spirou will meet higher ranked Laarne (#8) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Brunehaut will play against Kortrijk Spurs and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Brunehaut: B.Vibe 20+2reb, L.Bellanger 10+1reb+1ast, H.Dunia 8+8reb, L.Honorine 7+5reb+2ast, B.Delphine 6+10reb, R.Diakite 3+3reb+1ast Spirou: S.Chadia 15+10reb, V.Sarah 14+2reb, L.Mukeba 11+3reb, C.Valentine 10+8reb+3ast, L.Hering 9+6reb+8ast, B.Marion 3+3reb Waregem - Laarne 85-93 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when eighth ranked Laarne (4-14) beat on the road 7th ranked Waregem (8-11) 93-85 on Saturday. Laarne made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. They also forced 21 Waregem turnovers. They shot the lights out from three sinking 17 long-distance shots on high 60.7 percentage. Guard Nina Marcou (169-2000) notched 20 points, 5 assists and 6 steals to lead the effort and forward Kato Aertssens (181-2001) supported her with 21 points (perfect from downtown making all five shots). Four Laarne players scored in double figures. Even 27 points by guard Sanne Desplenter (170-2003) did not help to save the game for Waregem. International forward Nastja Claessens (186-2004) added 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Waregem's coach Frederic Claessens rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Laarne maintains eighth position with 4-14 record. Loser Waregem keeps the seventh place with 11 games lost. Laarne will meet at home Spirou (#9) in the next round. Waregem will have a break next round. Top scorers: Waregem: D.Sanne 27+3reb+3ast, T.Kapenga 19+8reb, C.Nastja 18+6reb+4ast, d.Munck Aline 7+5reb+1ast, B.Pauline 6+5reb+2ast, V.Emma 5+1reb+1ast Laarne: K.Aertssens 21+3reb, N.Marcou 20+3reb+5ast, I.Deforche 18+2reb+2ast, K.Beeckmans 14+4reb+4ast, L.Capoen 9+4reb+2ast, H.Sara 7+3reb+4ast Lummen - Phantoms Boom 59-87 Very expected game when 10th ranked Lummen (2-16) was smashed at home by fifth ranked Phantoms Boom (11-7) 87-59 on Saturday. Phantoms Boom forced 19 Lummen turnovers. Sam Van Buggenhout (175-2001) notched 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and American forward Ashlyn Herlihy (185-1997, college: Santa Clara) supported her with 17 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Four Phantoms Boom players scored in double figures. Phantoms Boom had such big advantage that coach Philip Wolk felt comfortable to give the chance to play for 10 players saving starting five for next games. Even 12 points and 9 rebounds by Janne Schillebeeks (183-2001) did not help to save the game for Lummen. Forward Emma Ndiribe (178-2003) added 6 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Phantoms Boom maintains fifth position with 11-7 record. Lummen lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the bottom place with 16 games lost. Phantoms Boom will meet league's second-placed Castors Braine on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Lummen will play against Namur (#4) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Lummen: V.Heulekom Annika 14+1reb, S.Janne 12+9reb+3ast, N.Asha 8+5reb+4ast, C.Victoria 8+4reb+1ast, V.Tatiana 6+1reb, N.Emma 6+8reb+4ast Phantoms Boom: S.Van Buggenhout 24+5reb+4ast, A.Herlihy 17+4reb+3ast, V.Hoof Sophie 14+4reb+1ast, J.Williams 11+5reb+1ast, M.Knaepen 9+3reb+4ast, B.Habibatou 5+2reb Namur - Kangoeroes 59-92 An interesting game for Kangoeroes (17-0) which played road game in Namur against 3rd ranked Namur (13-5). Top-ranked Kangoeroes had an easy win 92-59. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Namur. Kangoeroes made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Namur 49-23 including a 18-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a good game for Chilean center Ziomara Morrison (194-1989, agency: LBM Management) who led her team to a victory with 23 points and 8 rebounds. French point guard Lisa Berkani (176-1997, agency: Areus Sports) contributed with 27 points for the winners. Kangoeroes' coach Arvid Diels felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American Peyton Whitted (190-1995, college: Penn St.) replied with 18 points and 5 rebounds and forward Sarah Dossou (173-2000, agency: LBM Management) added 14 points and 6 assists in the effort for Namur. Kangoeroes have an impressive 17-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 17-0 record. Namur at the other side keeps the third place with five games lost. They share the position with Liege. Kangoeroes are looking forward to face Liege (#3) at home in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Namur will play against Lummen and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. Top scorers: Namur: P.Whitted 18+5reb+2ast, S.Dossou 14+1reb+6ast, L.Zelnyte 10+6reb+1ast, E.Rupnik 9+4reb, M.Carpreaux 8+4reb+6ast, M.Sarah 0+1reb Kangoeroes: L.Berkani 27+3reb+3ast, Z.Morrison 23+8reb+2ast, H.Nauwelaers 10+6reb+3ast, B.Kyra 8+3reb+1ast, K.Annie 7+8reb, L.Resimont 7+3reb+1ast Liege - Castors Braine 44-107 An interesting game for Castors Braine (16-2) which played road game in Liege against one of their biggest challengers Liege (13-5). Second ranked Castors Braine had an easy win 107-44. Castors Braine dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Liege's 26. Castors Braine forced 21 Liege turnovers and outrebounded them 36-22 including a 33-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 33 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Liege's players. American Jessica Lindstrom (185-1996, college: Green Bay, agency: LBM Management) had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Croatian point guard Matea Tadic (176-1999) chipped in 14 points and 9 assists during the contest. Five Castors Braine players scored in double figures. Coach Frederic Dusart's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was American guard Carlie Littlefield (175, college: UNC, agency: LBM Management) with 13 points and 6 rebounds and swingman Marie Peeters (174-2000, agency: LBM Management) scored 7 points. Castors Braine have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 16-2 record behind leader Kangoeroes. Liege at the other side keeps the third place with five games lost. They share the position with Namur. Castors Braine will play against Phantoms Boom (#5) at home in the next round. Liege will play against the league's leader Kangoeroes in Mechelen and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Liege: C.Littlefield 13+6reb+1ast, M.Peeters 7+2reb+1ast, C.Marine 4+2reb, F.Julia 4+2reb, E.Hambursin 4+1reb+2ast, H.Emilie 4+1reb Castors Braine: A.Fogg 18+5reb, L.Devos 16+2reb+2ast, M.Tadic 14+3reb+9ast, E.Leblon 14+1reb+10ast, M.Uro-Nilie 12+1ast, J.Lindstrom 12+14reb+3ast Kangoeroes - Phantoms Boom 88-43 Rather predictable result when top-ranked Kangoeroes (17-0) rolled over 5th ranked Phantoms Boom (11-7) in Mechelen 88-43 on Tuesday. Kangoeroes held Phantoms Boom to an opponent 23.8 percent shooting from the field compared to 44.7 percent accuracy of the winners. Kangoeroes forced 21 Phantoms Boom turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Phantoms Boom's players. Chilean center Ziomara Morrison (194-1989, agency: LBM Management) notched a double-double by scoring 12 points and 15 rebounds to lead the effort and French point guard Lisa Berkani (176-1997, agency: Areus Sports) supported her with 16 points and 6 assists. Four Kangoeroes players scored in double figures. Kangoeroes' coach Arvid Diels felt very confident using entire bench saving starting five for next games. Even 6 points and 12 rebounds by guard Merel Knaepen (175-2001) did not help to save the game for Phantoms Boom. American center Jaelencia Williams (188, college: Union, TN) added 11 points and 6 rebounds. Kangoeroes have an impressive 17-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 17-0 record. Loser Phantoms Boom keeps the fifth place with seven games lost. Kangoeroes will meet at home Liege (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Phantoms Boom will play against the league's second-placed Castors Braine and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Phantoms Boom: S.Van Buggenhout 13+2reb+1ast, J.Williams 11+6reb, M.Knaepen 6+12reb+2ast, A.Herlihy 6+4reb+1ast, E.Bell 5+6reb+2ast, V.Hoof Sophie 2+2reb Kangoeroes: L.Berkani 16+6ast, L.Resimont 14+3reb+1ast, Z.Morrison 12+15reb+3ast, V.Gils Eva 11+2reb+2ast, B.Kyra 8+3reb+3ast, M.Bertsch 7+7reb+6ast Kortrijk Spurs - Castors Braine 44-96 Not a big story in a game when 6th ranked Kortrijk Spurs (9-9) were outscored at home by second ranked Castors Braine (16-2) 96-44 on Wednesday. Castors Braine dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Kortrijk Spurs' 24 and made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Kortrijk Spurs 42-20 including a 28-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. The former international forward Lore Devos (185-1999, college: Colorado St., agency: LBM Management) notched 11 points and 9 rebounds to lead the effort and Slovenian point guard Aleksandra Kroselj (173-1999, agency: LBM Management) supported her with 17 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Castors Braine had such big advantage that coach Frederic Dusart felt comfortable to give the chance to play for 10 players saving starting five for next games. Even 12 points by Lisa Foucart (172-1992) did not help to save the game for Kortrijk Spurs. Croatian Tihana Stojsavljevic (190-1997, college: Virginia) added 8 points and 6 rebounds. Castors Braine have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 16-2 record behind leader Kangoeroes. Loser Kortrijk Spurs keep the sixth place with nine games lost. Castors Braine will meet at home Phantoms Boom (#5) in the next round. Kortrijk Spurs will play against Brunehaut and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Kortrijk Spurs: L.Foucart 12+3reb, I.Joris 8+3reb, T.Stojsavljevic 8+6reb+1ast, K.Perisa 8, B.Jitte 4, E.Van Thuyne 2+2reb Castors Braine: A.Kroselj 17+2reb+2ast, M.Uro-Nilie 14+1reb, L.Devos 11+9reb+1ast, O.Sarr 10+3reb, R.Lelik 9+1reb, M.Tadic 9+3reb+1ast |
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| Qurain sign a second import player - by Abdul Hamid Addasi | ||||
She supposed to play at Penza in Kosovan Superliga. In four games she recorded very impressive stats: 17.5ppg, 10.8rpg, 4.3apg, 1.5spg and 2.3bpg this season. She also spent pre-season at Bashkimi (Superliga) in Kosovo where in three games she averaged 9.3ppg, 8.0rpg, 4.0apg, 1.0spg and 1.0bpg. She is a very experienced player. Begenisic has played also professionally in Greece (AS Aris Thessalonikis), Iran (Bandar Abbas and Bahman), Romania (Cluj Napoca), Serbia (Sabac), Spain (Ensino and Granada), Sweden (Jarfalla), Syria (Qasioun), Turkey (Balcova) and Bosnia (Zeljeznicar, Leotar and Orlovi). Her team won Bosnia and Herzegovina Cup in 2009 and 2010. Among many awards she was voted Eurobasket.com All-Bosnia and Herzegovina Center of the Year back in 2020. |
| Qurain signs Bosnian Aleksandra Begenisic. - by Abdul Hamid Addasi | |||
She supposed to play at Penza in Kosovan Superliga. In four games she recorded very impressive stats: 17.5ppg, 10.8rpg, 4.3apg, 1.5spg and 2.3bpg this season. She also spent pre-season at Bashkimi (Superliga) in Kosovo where in three games she averaged 9.3ppg, 8.0rpg, 4.0apg, 1.0spg and 1.0bpg. She is a very experienced player. Begenisic has played also professionally in Greece (AS Aris Thessalonikis), Iran (Bandar Abbas and Bahman), Romania (Cluj Napoca), Serbia (Sabac), Spain (Ensino and Granada), Sweden (Jarfalla), Syria (Qasioun), Turkey (Balcova) and Bosnia (Zeljeznicar, Leotar and Orlovi). Her team won Bosnia and Herzegovina Cup in 2009 and 2010. |
| Division I Round 16: Lavovi is upset by Zrinjski - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most important game in the last round took place in Mostar between second ranked Lavovi (13-4) and ninth ranked Zrinjski (5-9) on Saturday night. Lavovi was defeated by Zrinjski in a tough game on the road 66-70. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Lavovi. Zrinjski forced 23 Lavovi turnovers. Strangely Lavovi outrebounded Zrinjski 44-31 including 31 on the defensive glass. Power forward Katarina Mihalj (182-2007) fired 19 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Ana Leko (170-2005) chipped in 14 points and 4 assists. Serbian guard Milica Djokic (178-2005) produced 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. Zrinjski moved-up to eighth place. Lavovi at the other side keeps the second position with four games lost. Zrinjski are looking forward to face higher ranked Leotar (#7) in Trebinje in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Lavovi will play at home against Banovici (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Banovici. Third ranked Banovici faced 4th ranked Mladi Krajisnik. Host Banovici (12-2) defeated guests from Banja Luka (8-8) 62-52. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international center Ajla Ikanovic (192-1999) who helped to win the game recording 14 points and 6 rebounds. Maida Lacic contributed with 10 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Andjela Slijepcevic (185) replied with 14 points and 5 rebounds for Mladi Krajisnik. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Banovici have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 12-2 record having four points less than leader Orlovi. Mladi Krajisnik at the other side dropped to the fifth place with eight games lost. Banovici will play against league's second-placed Lavovi in Brcko in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Mladi Krajisnik will have a break next round. Undefeated leader Orlovi delivered the fifteenth consecutive victory on Saturday night. This time they beat bottom-ranked Feniks (0-14) 85-70 in Banja Luka. Worth to mention a quality performance of Ivona Krakic who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side Milena Radjenovic responded with a double-double by scoring 27 points, 11 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals. Undefeated Orlovi (15-0) have an impressive 15-game winning streak. They maintain first position with a perfect record of 15 victories in a row. Loser Feniks still closes the standings with 14 games lost. Orlovi will meet at home Celik (#6) in the next round where they are favorite. Feniks will play against Kozara (#9) and hope to get finally their first victory. In the last two games of round 16 Jedinstvo was defeated by Celik in Zenica 85-69. Play Off beat Leotar at home 87-70.
Banovici - Mladi Krajisnik 62-52 An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Banovici. Third ranked Banovici faced 4th ranked Mladi Krajisnik. Host Banovici (12-2) defeated guests from Banja Luka (8-8) 62-52. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international center Ajla Ikanovic (192-1999) who helped to win the game recording 14 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Maida Lacic (174-1989) contributed with 10 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Andjela Slijepcevic (185) replied with 14 points and 5 rebounds and North Macedonian Mila Mandic (-1997) added 10 points in the effort for Mladi Krajisnik. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Banovici have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 12-2 record having four points less than leader Orlovi. Mladi Krajisnik at the other side dropped to the fifth place with eight games lost. Banovici will play against league's second-placed Lavovi in Brcko in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Mladi Krajisnik will have a break next round. Top scorers: Banovici: A.Ikanovic 14+6reb+2ast, A.Dunham 11+3reb+3ast, L.Maida 10+9reb+1ast, K.Zerina 8+2reb+2ast, D.Kahvedzic 7+3reb, S.Ena 6+1ast Mladi Krajisnik: S.Andjela 14+5reb+1ast, M.Mandic 10+1reb, G.Jana 7+1reb+1ast, I.Milica 7+2reb, L.Jovana 4+3reb+2ast, S.Milica 4+4reb+1ast Celik - Jedinstvo 85-69 There was no surprise in Zenica where 10th ranked Jedinstvo (4-13) was defeated by sixth ranked Celik (7-6) 85-69 on Sunday. Celik forced 22 Jedinstvo turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Adna Omerdic (172-2004) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 6 rebounds and the former international center Almedina Ahmic (193-2002) who added 16 points and 12 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side point guard Elma Feukic (166-2002) responded with 30 points and 4 assists and point guard Kanita Smajic (165-2006) scored 15 points. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Celik maintains sixth position with 7-6 record. Loser Jedinstvo keeps the tenth place with 13 games lost. Celik will meet league's leader Orlovi in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Jedinstvo will play against Play Off (#4) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Celik: O.Adna 25+6reb, A.Almedina 16+12reb+1ast, M.Berina 12+4reb+2ast, C.Anida 6+2reb+3ast, K.Zerina 6+3reb+1ast, M.Ema 5+1ast Jedinstvo: E.Feukic 30+3reb+4ast, S.Kanita 15+3reb+1ast, B.Azra 7+2reb+1ast, L.Livadic 6+7reb+1ast, M.Bucuk 4+8reb, S.Masa 3+1reb+1ast Feniks - Orlovi 70-85 Undefeated leader Orlovi delivered the fifteenth consecutive victory on Saturday night. This time they beat bottom-ranked Feniks (0-14) 85-70 in Banja Luka. Orlovi dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Feniks' 30 and made 29-of-35 free shots (82.9 percent) during the game, while Feniks only scored thirteen points from the stripe. Orlovi forced 27 Feniks turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 17 passes made by Feniks' players. Worth to mention a quality performance of forward Ivona Krakic (188-1999, college: Georgian Court) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and center Andjela Sipka (186-2002) who added 24 points and 12 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side forward Milena Radjenovic (178-1986) responded with a double-double by scoring 27 points, 11 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals and center Andjela Demirovic (191) scored 17 points and 9 rebounds. Orlovi (15-0) have an impressive 15-game winning streak. They maintain first position with a perfect record of 15 victories in a row. Loser Feniks still closes the standings with 14 games lost. Orlovi will meet at home Celik (#6) in the next round where they are favorite. Feniks will play against Kozara (#9) and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Orlovi: A.Sipka 24+12reb+1ast, I.Krakic 23+11reb+4ast, G.Kondic 12+2reb+2ast, T.Jelena 8+5reb+2ast, D.Sonja 7+4reb+3ast, M.Ristic 6+2reb+14ast Feniks: M.Radjenovic 27+11reb+5ast, D.Andjela 17+9reb, P.Ana 9+2reb+4ast, C.Lana 5+2reb, G.Viktorija 5+5reb+3ast, G.Teodora 5+3reb+2ast Play Off - Leotar 87-70 No shocking result in a game in Sarajevo where fourth ranked Play Off (9-7) defeated 7th ranked Leotar (6-10) 87-70 on Sunday. Play Off looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Nikolina Elez (175) who helped to win the game recording 31 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and Adna Music (173-2003) who added 14 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side swingman Jovana Milakovic (180-1999) responded with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 11 rebounds and center Ivana Dakovic (182-2004) scored 16 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Defending champion maintains fourth position with 9-7 record. Loser Leotar keeps the seventh place with ten games lost. Play Off will meet Jedinstvo (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. Leotar will play against Zrinjski and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Play Off: E.Nikolina 31+9reb+6ast, M.Adna 14+5reb+1ast, J.Kapisoda 10+5reb+1ast, B.Tekac 9+4reb+5ast, S.Dalila 7+6reb+6ast, B.Sejla 6+4reb+3ast Leotar: J.Milakovic 30+11reb+1ast, D.Ivana 16+6reb, D.Snezana 8+8reb+4ast, D.Milica 7+5reb+5ast, S.Ivana 4+3reb+5ast, D.Bojana 2+1ast Zrinjski - Lavovi 70-66 The most important game in the last round took place in Mostar between second ranked Lavovi (13-4) and ninth ranked Zrinjski (5-9) on Saturday night. Lavovi was defeated by Zrinjski in a tough game on the road 66-70. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Lavovi. Zrinjski forced 23 Lavovi turnovers. Strangely Lavovi outrebounded Zrinjski 44-31 including 31 on the defensive glass. Power forward Katarina Mihalj (182-2007) fired 19 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Ana Leko (170-2005) chipped in 14 points and 4 assists. Four Zrinjski players scored in double figures. Serbian guard Milica Djokic (178-2005) produced 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and center Mirela Halilovic (183-1998) added 15 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Zrinjski moved-up to eighth place. Lavovi at the other side keeps the second position with four games lost. Zrinjski are looking forward to face higher ranked Leotar (#7) in Trebinje in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Lavovi will play at home against Banovici (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Zrinjski: M.Katarina 19+5reb+3ast, L.Ana 14+4reb+4ast, H.Sara 12+5reb+1ast, B.Katarina 11+3reb, L.Bosnjak 5+6reb, C.Jelena 4+2reb+2ast Lavovi: M.Halilovic 15+7reb+3ast, D.Milica 12+9reb+4ast, A.Richards 10+7reb+1ast, L.Jelena 7+8reb+1ast, I.Karisik 6+8reb+2ast, D.Valentina 6+1reb |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina Division I round 15 best performance: Almedina Ahmic (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||
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International Center Almedina Ahmic (193-C-2002) had a very impressive game in the last round for Celik, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 15. The 20-year old player had a double-double of 30 points and 25 rebounds, while her team beat Leotar (#7, 6-9) 78-68. Celik is placed at 6th position in Bosnia and Herzegovina Division I. Celik 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 6-6 record. Ahmic has many years of experience at Celik, through which she has constantly improved. Almedina Ahmic has solid league stats. She is in league's top in points (3rd best: 20.6ppg) and averages impressive 1.3bpg and 66.1% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Mirela Halilovic (183-C-1998) of league's second-best Lavovi. Halilovic had a very good evening with a triple-double of 16 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists. Of course she led Lavovi to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Play Off (#5, 8-7) 92-60. Lavovi's second position in the standings has not changed. Her team lost just three games this season, while they won 13 matches. Halilovic is well-known at Lavovi and is a proven leader in her second season with the team. Third on the list of top players last round was guard Gorana Kondic (169-G-1999) of league's top team Orlovi. Kondic scored 22 points and passed five assists. She was a key player of Orlovi, leading her team to a 100-61 easy win against the lower-ranked Kozara (#8, 5-11). Orlovi have amazing season winning all 14 games without a single defeat. Kondic turns to be one of the very best players in the league while she is also a leader of the top team having her eyes on the championship title. Kondic has a very solid season. In 13 games in Bosnia she scored 8.9ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Katarina Bakalar) of Zrinjski - 22 points and 6 rebounds 5. Slobodanka Skrbic) of Kozara - 16 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Milica Dakovic (175-G/F-2006) of Leotar - 15 points, 4 rebounds and 9 assists 7. Jovana Milakovic (180-F/G-1999) of Leotar - 14 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Hana Predojevic (183-C-2007) of Orlovi - 10 points and 10 rebounds 9. Iva Karisik (175-PG-2001) of Lavovi - 18 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Danijela Mitrovic (170-G-2004) of Orlovi - 13 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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| NBL Round 8 (Second Stage): Montana lose to Beroe - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. Very significant was Beroe's (#1, 6-0) victory against second-ranked Montana (3-3) 99-60. Beroe forced 28 Montana turnovers. They shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 60.0 percentage. Beroe looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of international swingman Teodora Dineva (178-1996) who helped to win the game recording 24 points and 8 rebounds and the former international Violina Kocheva (175-1991) who added 20 points, 5 rebounds, 8 assists and 5 steals during the contest. International forward Gabriela Nikolova (183-1997) responded with 12 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Undefeated Beroe (6-0) have an impressive six-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with a perfect record of 6 victories in a row. Newly promoted Montana keeps the second place with three games lost. Beroe will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Montana will play on the road against Rilski Sportist in Samokov and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Places 1-3Beroe - Montana 99-60Very significant was Beroe's (#1, 6-0) victory against second-ranked Montana (3-3) 99-60. Beroe forced 28 Montana turnovers. They shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 60.0 percentage. Beroe looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of international swingman Teodora Dineva (178-1996) who helped to win the game recording 24 points and 8 rebounds and the former international Violina Kocheva (175-1991) who added 20 points, 5 rebounds, 8 assists and 5 steals during the contest. Five Beroe players scored in double figures. International forward Gabriela Nikolova (183-1997) responded with 12 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and American Shereen Sutherland (188-1994, college: UC Irvine) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Beroe (6-0) have an impressive six-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with a perfect record of 6 victories in a row. Newly promoted Montana keeps the second place with three games lost. Beroe will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Montana will play on the road against Rilski Sportist in Samokov and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Beroe: T.Dineva 24+8reb+3ast, R.Hristova-Dimitrova 23+3reb+5ast, V.Kocheva 20+5reb+8ast, C.Rosten 13+7reb+6ast, T.Sharenkapova 11+1reb+5ast, S.Deana 3+2ast Montana: A.Nikolaeva-Petrova 15+4reb+1ast, G.Nikolova 12+6reb+5ast, S.Sutherland 11+10reb+1ast, V.Goranova 7+1reb+1ast, V.Aleksieva 5+3ast, V.Vanina 4+3reb+5ast |
| Bulgarian NBL round 8 (Second Stage) best performance: Teodora Dineva (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||
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International Swingman Teodora Dineva (178-G/F-1996) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for top-ranked Beroe, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 8 (Second Stage). The 26-year old player was the main contributor (24 points, eight rebounds and three assists) to her team's victory, helping them to outclass Montana (#2, 3-3) with 39-point margin 99-60. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Beroe to consolidate first place in the Bulgarian NBL. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but Beroe already had a very good start winning all 6 without losing a single one. In the team's last game Dineva had a remarkable 57.1% from 2-point range. She has many years of experience at Beroe, through which she has constantly improved. Teodora Dineva has solid league stats. She is league's best scorer averaging so far 17.7ppg. Dineva is in league's top in and averages impressive 59.2% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was another Beroe's star - young international shooting guard Violina Kocheva (175-SG-1991). Kocheva had a very good evening with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. Of course together with Dineva she helped Beroe with another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Montana (#2, 3-3) 99-60. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Beroe consolidated its place in the very top position of the standings. A very good start of the Second Stage for her team, which won so far all 6 games without any defeat. Kocheva is one of the most experienced players at Beroe and similarly like Teodora Dineva has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 12.6ppg (#9). Her other stats are also decent: 4.1rpg and 5.6apg. Third on the list of top players last round was another Beroe's star - international Radostina Hristova-Dimitrova (181-SF-1994). Hristova-Dimitrova scored 23 points and passed five assists. She was another key player of Beroe, helping her team with a 99-60 easy win against #2 ranked Montana. Beroe started extremely well this Second Stage. They recorded 6 victories without losing a single game. Hristova-Dimitrova turns to be one of the very best players in the league while she is also a leader of the top team having her eyes on the championship title. Hristova-Dimitrova has a very solid season. In 15 games in Bulgaria she scored 11.1ppg. She also has 5.2rpg, 3.1apg, 3.5spg and FGP: 69.7%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Ciara Rosten (188-F-1996) of Beroe - 13 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Gabriela Nikolova (183-F-1997) of Montana - 12 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Shereen Sutherland (188-PF-1994) of Montana - 11 points and 10 rebounds 7. Aleksandra Nikolaeva-Petrova (190-C-1998) of Montana - 15 points and 4 rebounds 8. Tsvetomira Sharenkapova (184-F-1991) of Beroe - 11 points and 5 assists 9. Vanina Vasileva (168-PG-2003) of Montana - 4 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Joana Ivanova (178-C-2002) of Montana - 3 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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| Redemption for Mariners, who strike CCAA gold - by Igor Obradovic |
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Gold Medal Game: VIU Mariners 60, Geants de Saint-Jean 54 The VIU Mariners are the 2023 CCAA Women's Basketball National Champions. A 60-54 victory sealed the deal for the Mariners over the Geants de Saint-Jean. It was an overall redemption story for VIU, who a season ago also made the championship game, claiming a silver medal in 2022. Against Saint-Jean, the Mariners jumped out to an early lead after the first quarter, leading 15-8. Prior to the half Saint-Jean would go on a run that would end with them leading by two heading into the break. Saint-Jean would continue to add to their lead, but their offense would go cold in the final quarter, shooting 9.5 percent. The Mariner's defense would hold Saint-Jean to four-points over the final 10 minutes and took over the lead early in the fourth to claim the national banner. Harriette Mackenzie (188-F) was named tournament MVP after producing three double-doubles over three games. In the gold medal game, Mackenzie put up a monster 17 points and 19 rebounds. The 4imprint Player of the Game for VIU was Chloe Scaber (173-G) with nine points. Clara Bergeron of Saint-Jean would also earn the honors with 10 points and five rebounds. Bronze Medal Game: Dawson Blues 87, Red Deer Queens 70 The Dawson Blues captured the 2023 CCAA Women's Basketball National Championship bronze medal with a dominant 87-70 win over the Red Deer Queens. The Blues controlled the game from tip-off, taking a 29-13 lead after the opening 10 minutes. Red Deer would find their offensive game in the second quarter, but Dawson would settle back in defensively in the third quarter to keep a hold on their lead for the remainder of the game. The 4imprint Player of the Game for Dawson was Marie-Denise Ntambue with a team-high 23 points. For Red Deer, the Player of the Game was Amy Szymanek with 13 points. Courtesy of ccaa.ca |
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Championship Most Valuable Player:  Harriette Mackenzie (188-F) of VIU MarinersCoach of the Year: Ryan Chase of Mount Allison University
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| TSF Round 1: Santiago hand first loss to Dragons - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The Regular Season in TSF just started. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Dragons on the court of Santiago on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Santiago 76-71. Santiago dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Dragons' 38. 24 personal fouls committed by Dragons helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Ashley Hagans (170) who helped to win the game recording 27 points and 5 rebounds. Guard Maria Coronado (173-1991) contributed with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. American point guard Kristina Puthoff-King (180-1992, college: Richmond) answered with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists for Dragons. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Santiago are looking forward to face Leona in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Dragons will play against Panteras and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Important game to mention about took place in . Leona saved a 2-point victory at home edging Panteras 75-73 in the fight for the third place. American forward Aaliyah Rice (175-1997, college: Montevallo, agency: Domantay Sports) stepped up and scored 18 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and Odalmis Diaz chipped in 23 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side forward Ruth Aracena responded with 18 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Leona will play against Santiago in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Panteras will play against Dragons and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Leona - Panteras 75-73 Important game to mention about took place in . Leona saved a 2-point victory at home edging Panteras 75-73 in the fight for the third place. American forward Aaliyah Rice (175-1997, college: Montevallo, agency: Domantay Sports) stepped up and scored 18 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and Odalmis Diaz chipped in 23 points and 7 rebounds. Rice is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the losing side forward Ruth Aracena responded with 18 points and 9 rebounds and guard Laurybel Geraldino scored 15 points. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Leona will play against Santiago in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Panteras will play against Dragons and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Leona: K.Glenn 23+3reb+4ast, D.Odalmis 23+7reb+1ast, A.Rice 18+9reb+4ast, P.Eduarny 9+3reb+1ast, B.Nanyelit 2+1reb+1ast, K.Scarlet 0 Panteras: A.Ruth 18+9reb+1ast, G.Laurybel 15+3reb+1ast, T.Jordan 11+3reb, A.Keith 9+4reb+2ast, G.Anayelis 7+8reb+2ast, G.Estefany 6+2reb+2ast Santiago - Dragons 76-71 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Dragons on the court of Santiago on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Santiago 76-71. Santiago dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Dragons' 38. 24 personal fouls committed by Dragons helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Ashley Hagans (170) who helped to win the game recording 27 points and 5 rebounds. Guard Maria Coronado (173-1991) contributed with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Four Santiago players scored in double figures. American point guard Kristina Puthoff-King (180-1992, college: Richmond) answered with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists and forward Naomy Cueva (176-2001) added 15 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Dragons. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Santiago are looking forward to face Leona in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Dragons will play against Panteras and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Santiago: H.Ashley 27+5reb+2ast, M.Coronado 21+5reb+5ast, D.Santos 10+6reb+1ast, T.Willis 10+5reb, R.Cristal 4+2reb+2ast, J.Jessi 2+8reb+1ast Dragons: K.Puthoff-King 20+10reb+7ast, N.Cueva 15+6reb+2ast, C.Samantha 14+4reb+1ast, T.Brown 9+2reb, G.Lilan 6+3reb+1ast, T.Johnson 4+6reb+4ast |
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| Liga Mayor Round 9: Santa Tecla 2 beat LMMR 2 in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. An exciting game was played in Santa Ana. Leader Santa Tecla 2 faced 4th placed LMMR 2. Guests from Santa Tecla (8-0) defeated host LMMR 2 (2-6) 78-63. Santa Tecla 2 dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to LMMR 2's 26. The best player for the winners was Cuban point guard Arlenys Romero (176-1984) who scored 30 points and 6 assists. Cuban center Yayma Boulet (193-1984) chipped in 17 points and 16 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Dominican swingman Yadira Polanco (177-1992) who recorded a double-double by scoring 25 points and 14 rebounds. Undefeated Santa Tecla 2 have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They maintain first place with 8-0 record. LMMR 2 at the other side keeps the fourth position with six games lost. Santa Tecla 2 are looking forward to face Salvadorenas 2 (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. LMMR 2 will play against the league's second-placed San Salvador and it may be a tough game between close rivals. An exciting game was played in . Leader Santa Tecla 2 faced 3rd placed Salvadorenas 2. Guests from Santa Tecla (8-0) smashed host Salvadorenas 2 (4-4) 74-41. It was a good game for Cuban center Yayma Boulet (193-1984) who led her team to a victory with 21 points and 8 rebounds. Arlenys Romero contributed with 14 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals for the winners. point guard Fatima Aviles (161-1999) answered with 17 points for Salvadorenas 2. Salvadorenas 2's coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. The victory was the eighth consecutive win for Santa Tecla 2. They maintain first place with 8-0 record. Salvadorenas 2 at the other side keeps the third position with four games lost. Santa Tecla 2 will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Salvadorenas 2 will play again against the league's leader Santa Tecla 2 and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Bottom-ranked Santa Ana 2 (0-8) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 58-45 loss to second ranked San Salvador (6-2) in on Saturday evening. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. Yamile Rodriguez stepped up and scored 13 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. San Salvador's coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was Carina Cornejo with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 13 rebounds and 4 blocks. San Salvador maintains second place with 6-2 record having just two points less than leader Santa Tecla 2. Santa Ana 2 lost their eighth game in a row. They still close the standings with eight games lost. San Salvador will meet LMMR 2 (#4) in the next round. Santa Ana 2 will play against Salvadorenas 2 and hopes to get finally their first victory.
LMMR 2 - Santa Tecla 2 63-78 An exciting game was played in Santa Ana. Leader Santa Tecla 2 faced 4th placed LMMR 2. Guests from Santa Tecla (8-0) defeated host LMMR 2 (2-6) 78-63. Santa Tecla 2 dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to LMMR 2's 26. The best player for the winners was Cuban point guard Arlenys Romero (176-1984) who scored 30 points and 6 assists. Cuban center Yayma Boulet (193-1984) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points and 16 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Dominican swingman Yadira Polanco (177-1992) who recorded a double-double by scoring 25 points and 14 rebounds and guard Vanessa Hernandez (157-1997) added 13 points and 4 assists respectively. Santa Tecla 2 have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They maintain first place with 8-0 record. LMMR 2 at the other side keeps the fourth position with six games lost. Santa Tecla 2 are looking forward to face Salvadorenas 2 (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. LMMR 2 will play against the league's second-placed San Salvador and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: LMMR 2: P.Yadira 25+14reb+2ast, H.Vanessa 13+4reb+4ast, P.Yenniffer 12+5reb, M.Priscila 5+4reb+1ast, R.Katherine 4+2reb+1ast, M.Karen 2+2reb Santa Tecla 2: A.Romero 30+3reb+6ast, Y.Boulet 17+16reb, A.Funes 14+7reb+5ast, M.Aristondo 8+5reb+2ast, L.Camila 7+2reb, G.Alvarado 2+1reb+1ast Santa Ana 2 - San Salvador 45-58 Bottom-ranked Santa Ana 2 (0-8) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 58-45 loss to second ranked San Salvador (6-2) in on Saturday evening. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. San Salvador forced 19 Santa Ana 2 turnovers. Dominican center Yamile Rodriguez (188-1994, college: ETSU) stepped up and scored 13 points and 8 rebounds for the winners and guard Kenia Mena (156-2001) chipped in 12 points and 9 rebounds. San Salvador's coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was center Carina Cornejo (200-1975) with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 13 rebounds and 4 blocks and guard Melany Sanchez (167-2004) scored 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. San Salvador maintains second place with 6-2 record having just two points less than leader Santa Tecla 2. Santa Ana 2 lost their eighth game in a row. They still close the standings with eight games lost. San Salvador will meet LMMR 2 (#4) in the next round. Santa Ana 2 will play against Salvadorenas 2 and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Santa Ana 2: S.Melany 15+5reb+4ast, C.Cornejo 10+13reb+2ast, Z.Sofia 7+9reb+1ast, R.Jenniffer 6+7reb, L.Carla 3+1reb+1ast, M.Menendez 2+4reb+1ast San Salvador: Y.Rodriguez 13+8reb+2ast, M.Kenia 12+9reb+1ast, E.Tevez 9+2reb+2ast, E.Dominguez 7+1reb+1ast, A.Heredia 6+7reb+3ast, G.Burgos 4+2reb+1ast Salvadorenas 2 - Santa Tecla 2 41-74 An exciting game was played in . Leader Santa Tecla 2 faced 3rd placed Salvadorenas 2. Guests from Santa Tecla (8-0) smashed host Salvadorenas 2 (4-4) 74-41. Santa Tecla 2 held Salvadorenas 2 to an opponent 21.3 percent shooting from the field compared to 42.2 percent accuracy of the winners. Santa Tecla 2 forced 22 Salvadorenas 2 turnovers and outrebounded them 46-35 including 34 on the defensive glass. It was a good game for Cuban center Yayma Boulet (193-1984) who led her team to a victory with 21 points and 8 rebounds. Cuban point guard Arlenys Romero (176-1984) contributed with 14 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Four Santa Tecla 2 players scored in double figures. Point guard Fatima Aviles (161-1999) answered with 17 points and center Silvia Vega (176-2003) added 6 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Salvadorenas 2. Salvadorenas 2's coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. The victory was the eighth consecutive win for Santa Tecla 2. They maintain first place with 8-0 record. Salvadorenas 2 at the other side keeps the third position with four games lost. Santa Tecla 2 will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Salvadorenas 2 will play again against the league's leader Santa Tecla 2 and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Salvadorenas 2: F.Aviles 17+3reb+2ast, S.Vega 6+10reb+1ast, G.Maria 5+2reb, C.Andrea 5+1reb+2ast, A.Angie 2+2reb+1ast, M.Fabiola 2+3reb Santa Tecla 2: Y.Boulet 21+8reb+2ast, A.Romero 14+7reb+6ast, M.Aristondo 13+8reb+5ast, A.Funes 11+6reb+2ast, G.Alvarado 4+3reb, L.Camila 4+7reb+3ast |
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| Korisliiga Round 9 (Second Stage): Vimpelin Veto defeat Torpan Pojat in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most exciting game of round 9 in the Korisliiga took place in Helsinki. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of 6th ranked Torpan Pojat (16-10) to seventh ranked Vimpelin Veto (15-11) 82-79 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Torpan Pojat. Torpan Pojat was trailing by 3 points at halftime but managed to get 4-point lead after three quarters before a 26-19 charge of Vimpelin Veto, which allowed them to win the game. They also forced 20 Torpan Pojat turnovers. American guard Tynice Martin (180-1997, college: WVU) stepped up and scored 33 points (!!!), 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals for the winners and her fellow American import forward Alex Wittinger (185-1997, college: Illinois) chipped in 20 points and 8 rebounds. The best for the losing side was the former international center Taru Tuukkanen (192-1977, college: Xavier) with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Vimpelin Veto have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Honka. Torpan Pojat at the other side keeps the sixth position with ten games lost. The game between Top Four teams took place in Kotka. First ranked host Peli-Karhut (21-5) defeated second-best Espoo Team (19-7) 85-69. American guard Donica Cosby (172-1988, college: Okla City) nailed 23 points and 4 assists for the winning side and Roosa Lehtoranta accounted for 20 points and 4 assists. American guard Sierra Moore (180-1994, college: Penn St.) came up with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for Espoo Team in the defeat. Defending champion maintains first place with 21-5 record. Espoo Team at the other side keeps the second position with seven games lost. The game between Top Four teams took place in Espoo. Third ranked host Tapiolan Honka (15-11) smashed 4th placed Tampereen Pyrinto (13-13) 85-48. The best player for the winners was Cierra Walker who scored 22 points and 7 assists. Tapiolan Honka's coach Niko Nyholm felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Iina Keski-Saari who recorded 6 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. Tapiolan Honka maintains third place with 15-11 record behind leader PeKa, which they share with ViVe. Tampereen Pyrinto lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with 13 games lost. They share it with FoA. In the last game of round 9 HBA-Marsky won against Kouvot on the opponent's court 80-72. The most impressive stats of the last round was 12 points and 10 rebounds by Albina Syla of HBA-Marsky.
PeKa - Espoo Team 85-69 The game between Top Four teams took place in Kotka. First ranked host Peli-Karhut (21-5) defeated second-best Espoo Team (19-7) 85-69. Espoo Team was ahead by 8 points at the halftime before a 53-29 second half run of Peli-Karhut. American guard Donica Cosby (172-1988, college: Okla City) nailed 23 points and 4 assists for the winning side and the former international guard Roosa Lehtoranta (176-1997) accounted for 20 points and 4 assists. Five Peli-Karhut players scored in double figures. American guard Sierra Moore (180-1994, college: Penn St.) came up with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Venla Maattanen (178-2001) added 18 points respectively for Espoo Team in the defeat. Defending champion maintains first place with 21-5 record. Espoo Team at the other side keeps the second position with seven games lost. Top scorers: Espoo Team: S.Moore 24+11reb+4ast, M.Venla 18+3reb, K.Mirva 8+6reb+2ast, E.Salovaara 7+2ast, O.Nicole 7+2reb+2ast, M.Sara-Sofia 5+2reb+2ast PeKa: D.Cosby 23+2reb+4ast, R.Lehtoranta 20+3reb+4ast, N.Day 15+10reb+2ast, L.Vehka-Aho 11+3reb+1ast, R.Timbilla 10+15reb+2ast, R.Kosonen 6+4reb+1ast Honka - Pyrinto 85-48 The game between Top Four teams took place in Espoo. Third ranked host Tapiolan Honka (15-11) smashed 4th placed Tampereen Pyrinto (13-13) 85-48. The game without a history. Tapiolan Honka led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Tampereen Pyrinto to just 5 points in first quarter. Tapiolan Honka dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Tampereen Pyrinto's 28. They outrebounded Tampereen Pyrinto 44-32 including a 31-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Tapiolan Honka looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Tampereen Pyrinto's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Tapiolan Honka made 8 blocks. The best player for the winners was American forward Cierra Walker (173-1998, college: Gonzaga) who scored 22 points and 7 assists. Her fellow American import forward Madelynn Utti (181-1998, college: LBSU) chipped in 24 points and 5 rebounds. Tapiolan Honka's coach Niko Nyholm felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was center Iina Keski-Saari (184-1997) who recorded 6 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals and guard Kenisha Williams (175) added 12 points and 4 steals respectively. Tapiolan Honka maintains third place with 15-11 record behind leader PeKa, which they share with ViVe. Tampereen Pyrinto lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with 13 games lost. They share it with FoA. Top scorers: Pyrinto: W.Kenisha 12+4reb+3ast, M.Niemitalo 9+6reb, N.Sedano 9+2reb+1ast, G.Tinka 7+7reb+1ast, I.Keski-Saari 6+8reb+6ast, L.Niia 3+4reb+2ast Honka: M.Utti 24+5reb+3ast, C.Walker 22+4reb+7ast, L.Elsa 15+12reb+2ast, M.Marianne 9+1reb+4ast, T.Peppi 5+1reb+4ast, R.Orpo 4+7reb+1ast ToPo - ViVe 79-82 The most exciting game of round 9 in the Korisliiga took place in Helsinki. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of 6th ranked Torpan Pojat (16-10) to seventh ranked Vimpelin Veto (15-11) 82-79 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Torpan Pojat. Torpan Pojat was trailing by 3 points at halftime but managed to get 4-point lead after three quarters before a 26-19 charge of Vimpelin Veto, which allowed them to win the game. They also forced 20 Torpan Pojat turnovers. American guard Tynice Martin (180-1997, college: WVU) stepped up and scored 33 points (!!!), 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals for the winners and her fellow American import forward Alex Wittinger (185-1997, college: Illinois) chipped in 20 points and 8 rebounds. The best for the losing side was the former international center Taru Tuukkanen (192-1977, college: Xavier) with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and American forward Iimari Thomas (178-2000, college: UCLA) scored 23 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Vimpelin Veto have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Honka. Torpan Pojat at the other side keeps the sixth position with ten games lost. Top scorers: ToPo: I.Thomas 23+3reb, T.Tuukkanen 14+10reb+5ast, K.Meri 12+2reb+6ast, I.Allen 11+8reb+2ast, M.Agyei 7+4reb+2ast, K.Saana 7+2reb ViVe: T.Martin 33+6reb+4ast, A.Wittinger 20+8reb+2ast, K.King 13+8reb+4ast, T.Anttonen 10, A.Kujala 6+3reb+5ast, R.Kujala 0+2reb+1ast Kouvot - HBA-Marsky 72-80 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Kouvola where 8th ranked Kouvottaret (10-16) was defeated by ninth ranked Marsky Helsinki (8-18) 80-72 on Saturday. The guests trailed by 3 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 2-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 80-72. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Kati Ollilainen (173-2003) who scored 18 points and 8 rebounds. International guard Elina Aarnisalo (177-2005) chipped in 15 points and 9 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Nikki McDonald (183-1996, college: Georgia South) who recorded a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds and the other American import guard Jaiamoni Welch-Coleman (165-1997, college: Weber St.) added 13 points, 7 assists and 4 steals respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Kouvottaret's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Marsky Helsinki maintains ninth place with 8-18 record. Kouvottaret lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 16 games lost. Top scorers: Kouvot: N.McDonald 15+13reb+1ast, J.Welch-Coleman 13+2reb+7ast, Y.Blomfelt 12+1reb+1ast, T.Hodges 10+8reb+2ast, V.Henriikka 9+6reb+4ast, R.Frimodig 6+1reb+2ast HBA-Marsky: O.Kati 18+8reb+2ast, A.Elina 15+3reb+9ast, S.Albina 12+10reb+2ast, U.Venla 10+4reb, T.Wilma 8+6reb+3ast, A.Emma 6+2reb |
| Finnish Korisliiga round 9 (Second Stage) best performance: Madelynn Utti - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 24-year old player was the main contributor (24 points, five rebounds and three assists) to her team's victory, helping them to outclass Pyrinto (#5, 13-13) with 37-point margin 85-48. Honka maintains the 3rd position in Finnish Korisliiga. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier in Second Stage. Honka will need more victories to improve their 15-11 record. In the team's last game Utti had a remarkable 61.5% from 2-point range. She turned to be Honka's top player in her first season with the team. Former Long Beach State University star has very solid stats this year. Utti is in league's top in points (7th best: 20.4ppg), assists (3rd best: 5.1apg) and averages impressive 2.7spg and 57.1% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young American Tynice Martin (180-G-1997) of Places 6-10 second-ranked ViVe. Martin had a very good evening with 33 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. It was enough for ViVe to edge the lower-ranked ToPo (#6, 16-10) 82-79. ViVe's second position in the standings has not changed. Her team's 15-11 record is not bad at all. Martin is a newcomer at ViVe, but is already one of team's top players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.5ppg (#6). Her other stats are also decent: 7.5rpg and 3.3apg. Third on the list of top players last round was American forward Iimar'i Thomas (178-F-2000) of ToPo (#6). Thomas scored 23 points. Despite Thomas' great performance ToPo lost 79-82 to slightly lower-ranked ViVe (#7, 15-11). But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing ToPo 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 10 lost games. Thomas has a great season in Finland. After 26 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 25.7ppg (2nd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Cierra Walker (173-F-1998) of Honka - 22 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists 5. Sierra Moore (180-G-1994) of Espoo Team - 24 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Elsa Lemmila (197-C-2005) of Honka - 15 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Alex Wittinger (185-F-1997) of ViVe - 20 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Donica Cosby (172-G-1988) of PeKa - 23 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Rashida Timbilla (185-C-1992) of PeKa - 10 points, 15 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Albina Syla (194-C-2004) of HBA-Marsky - 12 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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| LF2 Round 19: Mondeville edge Feytiat by two points - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The Regular Season in LF2 is slowly approaching the end. But there may be still some important changes in the final standings in the last 3 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most exciting game of round 19 in the LF2 took place in Mondeville. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of much higher ranked Feytiat (12-7) to tenth ranked Mondeville (9-10) 54-52 on Saturday evening. Mondeville forced 23 Feytiat turnovers. Strangely Feytiat outrebounded Mondeville 41-26 including 17 on the offensive glass. Vaciana Gomis (172-2002, agency: Areus Sports) fired 21 points for the winners. point guard Ewl Guennoc (175-2001, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) chipped in 8 points and 4 steals. Bosnian power forward Irma Rahmanovic (187-1991) produced 14 points for lost side. Feytiat's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Mondeville have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Newly promoted Feytiat dropped to the third position with seven games lost. Mondeville is looking forward to face Calais (#11) at home in the next round. Feytiat will play against SIG (#8) and is hoping to win this game. Leader Charnay delivered the sixteenth victory. This time they beat 11th ranked Calais (6-13) 82-78. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Maeva Djaldi-Tabdi (188-1998, college: Miami, FL, agency: Areus Sports) who helped to win the game recording 20 points and 5 rebounds (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field). Diana Balayera contributed with 13 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. American forward Shakayla Thomas (180-1996, college: FSU) answered with 20 points for Calais. Calais' coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Charnay maintains first place with 16-3 record. Calais lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 13 games lost. Charnay will play against Montbrison (#9) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Calais will play against Mondeville and hopes to get back on the winning track. Bottom-ranked CFBB (0-19) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 67-43 loss to second ranked Chartres (13-6) in Paris on Saturday evening. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. It was a great evening for Nicole Enabosi who led her team to a victory scoring 10 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side Nell Angloma responded with 11 points and 7 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Chartres maintains second place with 13-6 record having just three points less than leader Charnay. CFBB at the other side still closes the standings. Chartres will meet at home Aulnoye (#5) in the next round. CFBB will play against La Tronche (#4) and hopes to get finally their first victory. Other games of round 19 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Champagne was defeated by Aulnoye in a road game 63-51. La Tronche smashed Monaco at home 68-49. Montbrison lost to SIG on the opponent's court 52-67.
CFBB - Chartres 43-67 Bottom-ranked CFBB (0-19) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 67-43 loss to second ranked Chartres (13-6) in Paris on Saturday evening. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. Chartres forced 29 CFBB turnovers and outrebounded them 38-27 including 26 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for American-Nigerian forward Nicole Enabosi (183-1997, college: Delaware) who led her team to a victory scoring 10 points and 7 rebounds. Center Oumou Diarisso (192-2003) helped adding 14 points. At the losing side forward Nell Angloma (181-2006) responded with 11 points and 7 rebounds and center Adja Kane (191-2005) scored 6 points and 6 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Chartres maintains second place with 13-6 record having just three points less than leader Charnay. CFBB at the other side still closes the standings. Chartres will meet at home Aulnoye (#5) in the next round. CFBB will play against La Tronche (#4) and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Chartres: D.Oumou 14+2reb+1ast, E.Peytour-Raison 12+2reb+1ast, N.Enabosi 10+7reb, F.India 9+2reb+5ast, M.Eve 9+5reb+1ast, S.Elenga 8+5reb+1ast CFBB: A.Nell 11+7reb+1ast, P.Ines 7+5reb+1ast, K.Adja 6+6reb+2ast, C.Stella 4+1reb, C.Sarah 4+2reb+1ast, S.Ines 3+2ast Aulnoye - Champagne 63-51 There was a minor upset when 4th placed Champagne (10-9) was defeated on the road by sixth ranked Aulnoye (10-9) 63-51 on Saturday. Aulnoye forced 24 Champagne turnovers. It was a great evening for Mali power forward Meiya Tirera (188-1986) who led her team to a victory scoring 20 points and 9 rebounds. Swingman Mariama Daramy (180-2002) helped adding 18 points and 8 steals. At the losing side power forward Stepha MBaye (181-1995, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) responded with 16 points and 7 rebounds (made all of her eight free throws) and American guard Jill Townsend (180, college: Gonzaga) scored 6 points and 9 rebounds. Aulnoye have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with defeated Champagne. Aulnoye will meet league's second-placed Chartres on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Champagne will play against Monaco and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Aulnoye: M.Tirera 20+9reb, D.Mariama 18+4reb+3ast, T.Gandega 7+2reb+1ast, M.Heriaud 6+3ast, M.Bintou 4+5reb, H.Jakovljevic 3+2reb+7ast Champagne: S.M'Baye 16+7reb+3ast, M.Bratka 10+4reb, C.Hillotte 8+3reb+1ast, J.Townsend 6+9reb+1ast, L.Seyec Rosanne 6+3reb, E.Herminjard 3+3reb+7ast La Tronche - Monaco 68-49 No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked La Tronche (11-8) smashed at home 7th ranked Monaco (9-10) 68-49 on Saturday. La Tronche dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Monaco's 22. La Tronche forced 26 Monaco turnovers. It was a great evening for American swingman Morgan Batey (180-1994, college: Vanderbilt) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds. Forward Prescilla Colombo (187-2000) helped adding 7 points and 8 rebounds. La Tronche's coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Canadian forward Julia Chandler (188-1997, college: Dayton) responded with 14 points and center Eve Wembanyama (185-2001) scored 5 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. La Tronche maintains fourth place with 11-8 record. Monaco lost fourth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the seventh position with ten games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. La Tronche will meet bottom-ranked CFBB (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Monaco will play against Champagne (#6) in Reims and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: La Tronche: M.Batey 21+11reb, C.Choron 12+2ast, D.Camille 12+3reb+2ast, P.Aurore 8+5reb+2ast, P.Colombo 7+8reb+3ast, B.Manon 4+1reb+1ast Monaco: J.Chandler 14+3reb+3ast, T.Fatoumata 10+5reb+3ast, D.Kimsy 8+5reb+1ast, L.Laroche 5+5reb+1ast, E.Wembanyama 5+8reb+5ast, A.Dreano-Trecant 3+2reb+1ast Mondeville - Feytiat 54-52 The most exciting game of round 19 in the LF2 took place in Mondeville. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of much higher ranked Feytiat (12-7) to tenth ranked Mondeville (9-10) 54-52 on Saturday evening. Mondeville forced 23 Feytiat turnovers. Strangely Feytiat outrebounded Mondeville 41-26 including 17 on the offensive glass. Vaciana Gomis (172-2002, agency: Areus Sports) fired 21 points for the winners. Point guard Ewl Guennoc (175-2001, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) chipped in 8 points and 4 steals. Bosnian power forward Irma Rahmanovic (187-1991) produced 14 points and American guard Alexa Middleton (175-1995, college: Iowa St.) added 10 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Feytiat's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Mondeville have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Newly promoted Feytiat dropped to the third position with seven games lost. Mondeville is looking forward to face Calais (#11) at home in the next round. Feytiat will play against SIG (#8) and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Mondeville: G.Vaciana 21+1reb+3ast, B.Louise 10+2reb+2ast, E.Guennoc 8+3reb+3ast, N.Nahan 5+7reb+1ast, A.Jack-danielle 4+1reb+1ast, F.Lina 4+2reb Feytiat: I.Rahmanovic 14+4reb+3ast, A.Middleton 10+5reb+4ast, M.Amali 9+8reb, Z.Tiphaine 5+2reb+1ast, J.Soulard 5+3reb+1ast, E.Prugnieres 5+9reb+1ast SIG - Montbrison 67-52 There was a minor upset in llkirch-Graff. where 7th ranked Montbrison (9-10) was defeated by ninth ranked SIG (9-10) 67-52 on Saturday. SIG forced 34 Montbrison turnovers. It was a great evening for American power forward Victoria Harris (191-1996, college: Rutgers) who led her team to a victory scoring 16 points and 7 rebounds. Spanish point guard Binta Drame-Lo (171-2002) helped adding 11 points and 7 assists. At the losing side American swingman Nukiya Mayo (190-1998, college: Towson) responded with 19 points and 6 rebounds and guard Jade Gaillard (175-2002) scored 10 points. SIG moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Montbrison. SIG will meet higher ranked Feytiat (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Montbrison will play against the league's leader Charnay (#1) having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: SIG: C.Mantelin 16+2reb+2ast, V.Harris 16+7reb+1ast, B.Drame-Lo 11+3reb+7ast, M.Hatchi 9+2reb+1ast, S.Saint Juste 5+1reb+1ast, I.El Garti 5+2reb+3ast Montbrison: N.Mayo 19+6reb, G.Jade 10+4reb+1ast, C.Rachel 8+2reb+4ast, C.Bremaud 8+2reb, A.Niang 4+8reb, A.Favre 3+6reb+3ast Calais - Charnay 78-82 Leader Charnay delivered the sixteenth victory. This time they beat 11th ranked Calais (6-13) 82-78. Charnay made 18-of-20 charity shots (90.0 percent) during the game. Charnay outrebounded Calais 35-22 including 25 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Maeva Djaldi-Tabdi (188-1998, college: Miami, FL, agency: Areus Sports) who helped to win the game recording 20 points and 5 rebounds (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field). Mali center Diana Balayera (191-1996, agency: Areus Sports) contributed with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Four Charnay players scored in double figures. American forward Shakayla Thomas (180-1996, college: FSU) answered with 20 points and guard Fleur Devillers (180-1995, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) added 19 points and 4 assists (made all of her nine free throws !!!) in the effort for Calais. Calais' coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Charnay maintains first place with 16-3 record. Calais lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 13 games lost. Charnay will play against Montbrison (#9) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Calais will play against Mondeville and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Charnay: M.Djaldi-Tabdi 20+5reb+1ast, D.Balayera 13+12reb, K.Coulibaly 12+3reb+1ast, K.Elyah 12+3reb+2ast, M.Monique 9+3reb+8ast, J.O'Neill 7+3reb+2ast Calais: S.Thomas 20+4reb+1ast, F.Devillers 19+2reb+4ast, K.Salimata 9+5reb+1ast, I.Sequeira 9+4reb+5ast, P.Meg 7+2reb+2ast, A.Viellote 6+4reb+2ast |
| LFB Round 17: No surprise as #1 Lyon defeat Toulouse - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The round 17 was rather boring as all games ended with very predictable results. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. LFB top team - Lyon (15-2) managed to deliver another win on Saturday. This time they beat twelfth ranked Toulouse (2-15) 83-70. Lyon made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The former international center Sandrine Gruda (193-1987) stepped up and scored 18 points and 9 rebounds for the winners and Belgian point guard Julie Allemand (173-1996, agency: LBM Management) chipped in 9 points and 11 assists. Swedish guard Kalis Loyd (188-1989, college: Lamar) responded with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Lyon have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They maintain first place with 15-2 record. Toulouse lost fifteenth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. Lyon are looking forward to face Hainaut (#10) in Saint-Amand in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Toulouse will play on the road against Roche in La Roche and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series. The game in La Roche supposed to be also worth to mention about. Fourth ranked BLMA (13-4) played at the court of 7th ranked Roche (7-10). BLMA smashed Roche 79-52. American forward Haley Peters (190-1992, college: Duke) nailed 18 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winning side and Kyara Linskens accounted for 12 points and 9 rebounds. point guard Coline Franchelin (166-1999) came up with 11 points and 4 assists for Roche in the defeat. Roche's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. BLMA moved-up to third place, which they share with Villeneuve. Roche at the other side dropped to the sixth position with ten games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. BLMA will play against Bretagne (#11) in Pleyber-Christ in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Roche will play at home against Toulouse (#12) and hopes to get back on the winning track. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 17: Bretagne was destroyed by Angers on the opponent's court 99-74. Villeneuve outscored Hainaut in a home game 74-55. Landes recorded a loss to Tarbes on the road 72-67. The most impressive stats of the last round was 26 points and 4 assists by Carla Leite of Tarbes.
Angers - Bretagne 99-74 Rather expected game when 11th ranked Bretagne (3-14) was crushed on the road by ninth ranked Angers (7-10) 99-74. Angers forced 20 Bretagne turnovers and outrebounded them 37-16 including a 12-0 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 28 assists. Bretagne was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. American point guard Alexis Peterson (173-1995, college: Syracuse) nailed a double-double by scoring 21 points, 10 assists and 6 steals for the winning side and point guard Leila Lacan (174-2004) accounted for 20 points and 5 assists. Five Angers players scored in double figures. Angers' coach felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Mozambican power forward Leia Dongue (185-1991) came up with 22 points and Marie Mane (183-1995) added 16 points and 5 assists respectively for Bretagne in the defeat. Angers moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Bretagne lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the eleventh position with 14 games lost. Angers will play against Tarbes (#8) at home in the next round. Bretagne will play against BLMA in Montpellier and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Angers: A.Peterson 21+1reb+10ast, L.Leila 20+3reb+5ast, J.Cornelie-Sigmundova 14+6reb+1ast, J.Bailey 12+8reb+3ast, I.Jakubcova 11+4reb+1ast, K.Elenga 9+2reb+2ast Bretagne: L.Dongue 22+4reb, M.Mane 16+1reb+5ast, S.Macquet 10, M.Simmons 9+1reb+2ast, T.Victorine 7, V.Bremont 6+3reb+10ast Roche - BLMA 52-79 The game in La Roche supposed to be also worth to mention about. Fourth ranked BLMA (13-4) played at the court of 7th ranked Roche (7-10). BLMA smashed Roche 79-52. BLMA forced 19 Roche turnovers. Roche was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. American forward Haley Peters (190-1992, college: Duke) nailed 18 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winning side and Belgian center Kyara Linskens (193-1996, agency: LBM Management) accounted for 12 points and 9 rebounds. Point guard Coline Franchelin (166-1999) came up with 11 points and 4 assists and point guard Oceane Monpierre (170-2000) added 10 points respectively for Roche in the defeat. Roche's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. BLMA moved-up to third place, which they share with Villeneuve. Roche at the other side dropped to the sixth position with ten games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. BLMA will play against Bretagne (#11) in Pleyber-Christ in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Roche will play at home against Toulouse (#12) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: BLMA: H.Peters 18+5reb, M.Toure 13+4reb+2ast, K.Linskens 12+9reb, R.Bernies 9+3ast, J.Vanloo 8+4ast, M.Badiane 8+5reb+1ast Roche: C.Franchelin 11+4reb+4ast, O.Monpierre 10+4reb+3ast, A.Kone 8+2reb+2ast, T.Clarke 7+4reb+1ast, K.Mosqueda-Lewis 6+3reb, N.Mbandu 6+2reb+1ast Villeneuve - Hainaut 74-55 Very predictable result when fourth ranked Villeneuve (13-4) smashed at home 10th ranked Hainaut (6-11) 74-55. Villeneuve forced 20 Hainaut turnovers. Hainaut was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Belgian point guard Hind Ben-Abdelkader (172-1995, college: California) nailed 23 points for the winning side and the former international forward Janelle Salaun (186-2001) accounted for 11 points and 9 rebounds. Four Villeneuve players scored in double figures. American point guard Janee Thompson (170-1993, college: Kentucky) came up with 8 points and 4 assists and the former international point guard Hortense Limouzin (165-1998, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) added 9 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Hainaut in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Villeneuve moved-up to third place, which they share with BLMA. Hainaut at the other side keeps the tenth position with 11 games lost. Villeneuve will play against Flammes (#5) in Charleville in the next round. Hainaut will play at home against the league's leader Lyon (#1) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Villeneuve: H.Ben-Abdelkader 23+3reb+2ast, K.Diaby 12+4reb, K.Burke 11+4reb+3ast, J.Salaun 11+9reb+1ast, H.Maia 7+3reb+2ast, K.Smalls 5+3reb+4ast Hainaut: H.Limouzin 9+5reb, O.Chidom 9+5reb, J.Thompson 8+4reb+4ast, P.Lithard 7+3reb, D.Hatoumata 6+5reb, I.Slonjsak 5+1reb+3ast Toulouse - Lyon 70-83 LFB top team - Lyon (15-2) managed to deliver another win on Saturday. This time they beat twelfth ranked Toulouse (2-15) 83-70. Lyon made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The former international center Sandrine Gruda (193-1987) stepped up and scored 18 points and 9 rebounds for the winners and Belgian point guard Julie Allemand (173-1996, agency: LBM Management) chipped in 9 points and 11 assists. Four Lyon players scored in double figures. Swedish guard Kalis Loyd (188-1989, college: Lamar) responded with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and American-Belizean forward Aishah Sutherland (187-1990, college: Kansas) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Lyon have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They maintain first place with 15-2 record. Toulouse lost fifteenth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. Lyon are looking forward to face Hainaut (#10) in Saint-Amand in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Toulouse will play on the road against Roche in La Roche and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series. Top scorers: Lyon: S.Gruda 18+9reb+1ast, A.Chartereau 16+4reb, B.Dietrick 14+1reb+1ast, G.Williams 11+5reb+3ast, J.Allemand 9+3reb+11ast, L.Quevedo 8+2reb+2ast Toulouse: K.Loyd 24+5reb+4ast, A.Sutherland 14+5reb+2ast, D.Slocum 9+3reb+5ast, G.Aminata 6+6reb, K.Lambert 6+5reb+3ast, I.Strunc 4+2reb+1ast Tarbes - Landes 72-67 There was a minor upset when 6th ranked Landes (7-10) was defeated on the road by ninth ranked Tarbes (7-10) 72-67. They made 20-of-25 charity shots (80.0 percent) during the game. The former international center Isabelle Yacoubou (190-1986) nailed a double-double by scoring 20 points and 16 rebounds for the winning side and Carla Leite (-2004) accounted for 26 points and 4 assists (was perfect 12-for-12 from the free throw line !!!). Swedish power forward Regan Magarity (190-1996, college: Virginia Tech) came up with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds and the former international point guard Marine Fauthoux (173-2001) added 17 points respectively for Landes in the defeat. Landes' coach Julie Barennes rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Tarbes moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Landes. Tarbes will play against Angers (#9) on the road in the next round. Landes will play against the league's second-placed Bourges and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Tarbes: L.Carla 26+2reb+4ast, I.Yacoubou 20+16reb+2ast, M.Foppossi 8+8reb+1ast, C.Samson 7+3reb+2ast, M.Pardon 5+2reb+4ast, A.Tadic 4+4reb Landes: M.Fauthoux 17+4reb+3ast, R.Magarity 13+12reb+3ast, K.Mann 11+3reb+2ast, C.Dumerc 8+6reb+5ast, L.Gil 6+8reb+2ast, K.Chery 5+4reb+3ast |
| Morgan Batey claims French LF2 weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 28-year old swingman had a double-double of 21 points and eleven rebounds, while her team crushed Monaco (#10, 9-10) with 19-point margin 68-49. La Tronche maintains the 4th position in French LF2. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. La Tronche will need more victories to improve their 11-8 record. In the team's last game Batey had a remarkable 61.5% from 2-point range. It's her second year at La Tronche and it's hard to imagine this team without her. Vanderbilt University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Batey is in league's top in points (9th best: 13.9ppg) and averages solid 2.7spg and 53.2% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young swingman Mariama Daramy (180-G/F-2002) of Aulnoye. Daramy impressed basketball fans with 18 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists. Of course Aulnoye cruised to a 63-51 relatively comfortable win over Champagne (10-9). This victory allowed Aulnoye 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. Daramy is well-known by Aulnoye fans and she already established her position as one of team's most reliable players. The third best performed player last round was American Nukiya Mayo (190-G/F-1998) of Montbrison (#9). Mayo scored 19 points and grabbed six rebounds. Despite Mayo's great performance Montbrison lost 52-67 to SIG (9-10). But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Montbrison ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 10 games, recording just nine victories. With bigger assistance of her teammates, Mayo could help Montbrison to bring them higher in the standings. Mayo has a great season in France. After 19 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.9ppg (3rd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Maeva Djaldi-Tabdi (188-F-1998) of Charnay - 20 points and 5 rebounds 5. Oumou Diarisso (192-C-2003) of Chartres - 14 points and 2 rebounds 6. Diana Balayera (191-C-1996) of Charnay - 13 points and 12 rebounds 7. Vaciana Gomis (172-SG-2002) of Mondeville - 21 points and 3 assists 8. Meiya Tirera (188-F/C-1986) of Aulnoye - 20 points and 9 rebounds 9. Victoria Harris (191-F/C-1996) of SIG - 16 points and 7 rebounds 10. Fleur Devillers (180-G-1995) of Calais - 19 points, 2 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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| French LFB round 17 best performance: Isabelle Yacoubou (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 36-year old player had a double-double of 20 points and 16 rebounds, while her team beat Landes (7-10) 72-67. Tarbes is placed at 8th position in French LFB. Tarbes 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. Yacoubou turned to be Tarbes' top player in her first season with the team. Isabelle Yacoubou has solid league stats. She is in league's top in points (5th best: 16.4ppg), rebounds (5th best: 7.7rpg) and averages impressive 55.6% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was another Tarbes' star - young Carla Leite (2004). Leite had a very good evening with 26 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists. It was enough for Tarbes to edge slightly higher-ranked Landes (7-10) 72-67. This victory allowed Tarbes to move up to 8th position in the standings. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 7-10 record. Leite is a newcomer at Tarbes, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was American guard Alexis Peterson (173-PG-1995) of Angers (#9). Peterson scored 21 points and passed ten assists (!!!). She was a key player of Angers, leading her team to a 99-74 easy win against slightly lower-ranked Bretagne (#11, 3-14). The chances of Angers 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 her teammates, Peterson could help Angers to bring them higher in the standings. Peterson has a great season in France. After 16 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.4ppg (6th best) and assists with 5.8apg (6th best). She also has 2.6spg and and 3PT: 44.4%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Leila Lacan (174-PG-2004) of Angers - 20 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Kalis Loyd (188-G-1989) of Toulouse - 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Sandrine Gruda (193-C-1987) of Lyon - 18 points and 9 rebounds 7. Hind Ben-Abdelkader (172-PG-1995) of Villeneuve - 23 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Haley Peters (190-F-1992) of BLMA - 18 points and 5 rebounds 9. Alexia Chartereau (189-F/C-1998) of Lyon - 16 points and 4 rebounds 10. Regan Magarity (190-C/F-1996) of Landes - 13 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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| NF1 Round 20: Le Poinconnet edge Limoges by one point - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in NF1. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most exciting game of round 20 in the NF1 took place in Limoges. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of 5th ranked Limoges (12-8) to third ranked Le Poinconnet (13-5) 66-65 on Saturday evening. Le Poinconnet moved-up to second place, which they share with Reze. Limoges at the other side keeps the fifth position with eight games lost. They share it with La Glacerie. Le Poinconnet is looking forward to face Le Havre (#4) at home in the next round. Limoges will play against Franconville and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. Very important is a road loss of third ranked Sceaux (15-4) against seventh ranked ASVEL (10-10) on Saturday night. Visiting Sceaux was defeated by ASVEL in a tough game in Villeurbanne 82-87. ASVEL moved-up to fifth place. Sceaux at the other side keeps the third position with four games lost. ASVEL will play against Escaudain (#9) on the road in the next round. Sceaux will play against Orly (#6) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Very important is a road loss of second ranked Reze (13-5) against fourth ranked Le Havre (13-7) on Saturday night. Visiting Reze was defeated by Le Havre in Le Havre 65-51. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Reze. Le Havre maintains fourth position with 13-7 record. Loser Reze keeps the second place with five games lost. They share the position with Le Poinconnet. Le Havre will meet higher ranked Le Poinconnet (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Reze will play against La Glacerie and hope to secure a win and be promoted back to the LF2 just one year after relegation. Rest of the games of round 20 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: FC Lyon was defeated by Nice in a road game 66-57. Roannais smashed Stade Francais at home 96-68. Geispolsheim won against Saint Gratien on the opponent's court 65-55. Trith Basket unfortunately lost to Escaudain in a home game 56-71. PVBC rolled over Orly on the road 91-62. La Glacerie defeated Franconville on its own court 72-69. Girondines was beaten by CFBB II in Paris 73-60. Colomiers won against D'Ifs at home 62-55. Alencon outscored Anglet on the opponent's court 109-47.
Group ANice - FC Lyon 66-57There was no surprise when 12th ranked FC Lyon (1-18) was defeated on the road by first ranked Nice (18-2) 66-57 on Saturday. Nice have an impressive 14-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 18-2 record. FC Lyon lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with 18 games lost. Nice will meet Stade Francais (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. FC Lyon will play against Saint Gratien (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Roannais - Stade Francais 96-68 No shocking result in a game in Roanne where fourth ranked Roannais (10-8) smashed 8th ranked Stade Francais (8-11) 96-68 on Saturday. Roannais have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 10-8 record. Newly promoted Stade Francais keeps the eighth place with 11 games lost. Roannais will meet Geispolsheim (#11) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Stade Francais will play against the league's leader Nice and hope to secure a win. Saint Gratien - Geispolsheim 55-65 There was a minor upset in Paris where 9th ranked Saint Gratien (6-13) was defeated by eleventh ranked Geispolsheim (6-14) 65-55 on Saturday. Geispolsheim maintains eleventh position with 6-14 record. Saint Gratien lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth place with 13 games lost. Geispolsheim will meet at home higher ranked Roannais (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Saint Gratien will play against FC Lyon (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. ASVEL - Sceaux 87-82 Very important is a road loss of third ranked Sceaux (15-4) against seventh ranked ASVEL (10-10) on Saturday night. Visiting Sceaux was defeated by ASVEL in a tough game in Villeurbanne 82-87. ASVEL moved-up to fifth place. Sceaux at the other side keeps the third position with four games lost. ASVEL will play against Escaudain (#9) on the road in the next round. Sceaux will play against Orly (#6) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Trith Basket - Escaudain 56-71 There was a surprise result in Trith-Saint-Leger where tenth ranked Escaudain (7-13) beat higher ranked Trith Basket (9-11) 71-56 on Saturday. Escaudain moved-up to ninth place. Trith Basket lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with 11 games lost. Escaudain will meet at home higher ranked ASVEL (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Trith Basket will play against the league's second-placed PVBC and will have a slim chance for a victory. Orly - PVBC 62-91 Not a big story in a game when 5th ranked Orly (9-10) was outplayed at home by second ranked PVBC (17-2) 91-62 on Saturday. PVBC have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 17-2 record behind leader Alencon. Newly promoted Orly dropped to the sixth place with ten games lost. PVBC will meet at home Trith Basket (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Orly will play against Sceaux and hope to secure a win. Group BLe Havre - Reze 65-51Very important is a road loss of second ranked Reze (13-5) against fourth ranked Le Havre (13-7) on Saturday night. Visiting Reze was defeated by Le Havre in Le Havre 65-51. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Reze. Le Havre maintains fourth position with 13-7 record. Loser Reze keeps the second place with five games lost. They share the position with Le Poinconnet. Le Havre will meet higher ranked Le Poinconnet (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Reze will play against La Glacerie and hope to secure a win and be promoted back to the LF2 just one year after relegation. Limoges - Le Poinconnet 65-66 The most exciting game of round 20 in the NF1 took place in Limoges. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of 5th ranked Limoges (12-8) to third ranked Le Poinconnet (13-5) 66-65 on Saturday evening. Le Poinconnet moved-up to second place, which they share with Reze. Limoges at the other side keeps the fifth position with eight games lost. They share it with La Glacerie. Le Poinconnet is looking forward to face Le Havre (#4) at home in the next round. Limoges will play against Franconville and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. La Glacerie - Franconville 72-69 Everything went according to plan when seventh ranked La Glacerie (12-8) edged at home 9th ranked Franconville (6-12) 72-69 on Saturday. La Glacerie moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Limoges. Franconville lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with 12 games lost. La Glacerie will meet league's second-placed Reze on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Franconville will play against Limoges (#6) and hope to secure a win. CFBB II - Girondines 73-60 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Paris where 11th ranked Girondines (3-17) was defeated by twelfth ranked CFBB II (1-17) 73-60 on Saturday. CFBB II maintains twelfth position with 1-17 record. It was Girondines' seventh loss in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the eleventh place with 17 games lost. CFBB II will meet higher ranked D'Ifs (#8) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Girondines will play against Anglet and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Colomiers - D'Ifs 62-55 There was a small surprise when eighth ranked Colomiers (11-8) defeated at home 6th ranked D'Ifs (11-9) 62-55 on Saturday. Colomiers have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to seventh place. Loser D'Ifs dropped to the eighth position with nine games lost. Colomiers will meet league's leader Alencon on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. D'Ifs will play against CFBB II (#12) and hope to secure a win. Anglet - Alencon 47-109 Very expected game when 10th ranked Anglet (4-16) was rolled over at home by first ranked Alencon (16-3) 109-47 on Saturday. Alencon maintains first position with 16-3 record. Newly promoted Anglet keeps the tenth place with 16 games lost. Alencon will meet at home Colomiers (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Anglet will play against Girondines and it may be a tough game between close rivals. |
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| A1 Round 1 of Finals. Olympiacos take 2-1 lead - by Eurobasket News |
FINALOlympiacos - Panathinaikos 76-69Olympiacos made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. American forward Megan Gustafson (190-1996, college: Iowa) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and the former international guard Angeliki Nikolopoulou (177-1991) chipped in 13 points and 8 rebounds. At the losing side the former international swingman Eleanna Christinaki (184-1996, college: Maryland) responded with 24 points and 5 rebounds and American guard Arica Carter (173-1996, college: Louisville) scored 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Panathinaikos' coach Eleni Kapogianni rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Olympiacos: M.Gustafson 24+14reb+4ast, A.Nikolopoulou 13+8reb+2ast, A.Stamolamprou 11+2reb+2ast, K.Shook 8+3reb, A.Ayuso 6+3reb+6ast, S.Eleni 5+5reb Panathinaikos: E.Christinaki 24+5reb, A.Carter 15+5reb+4ast, A.Sotiriou 11+4reb+2ast, E.Potter 8+7reb+2ast, P.Pavlopoulou 8+5reb+9ast, F.Kotoula 3+1reb 3-4 PlaceEleutheria M. - Esperides 69-67Eleutheria M. players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Point guard Lilia Karakasidou (165-2001) nailed 17 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and American forward Brittany Brewer (196-1997, college: Texas Tech, agency: LBM Management) accounted for 15 points and 12 rebounds. Four Eleutheria M. players scored in double figures. American guard Valerie Higgins (185-1998, college: Pacific, agency: LBM Management) came up with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists and the other American import guard Nausia Woolfolk (175-1998, college: FSU) added 20 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Esperides in the defeat. Top scorers: Eleutheria M.: L.Karakasidou 17+8reb+5ast, B.Brewer 15+12reb+1ast, N.Stoupa 13+6reb+3ast, K.Calloway 11+4reb+4ast, N.Evangelia 5+2reb+5ast, G.Stamati 4+4reb+3ast Esperides: N.Woolfolk 20+6reb+1ast, V.Higgins 18+11reb+6ast, Z.Korre 17+7reb+2ast, M.Eleana 7, T.Kasapoglou 3+2reb+1ast, C.Beneki 2+8reb+3ast |
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| D1 Round 27: Stjarnan beat Snaefell by one after a very close game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. Third-ranked Snaefell (17-7) was very close to win a game against first ranked Stjarnan (21-3) on Saturday. Stjarnan managed to secure only one-point victory 74-73. However their fans expected easier game. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Snaefell. The hosts trailed by 4 points after three quarters before their 21-16 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Stjarnan forced 20 Snaefell turnovers. It was a good game for American center Riley Popplewell (180-1997, college: USC Upstate) who saved her team from a defeat with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 17 rebounds. point guard Isold Saevarsdottir (165-2007) contributed with 15 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. American power forward Cheah Rael-Whitsitt (180, college: Texas A&M) answered with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 19 rebounds for Snaefell. Stjarnan have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with 21-3 record. Snaefell at the other side keeps the third position with seven games lost. Bottom-ranked Breidablik B 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 24th consecutive match to second ranked Thor AK (18-6) 138-41. It was a great evening for American forward Maddie Sutton (180-1998, college: Tusculum) who led her team to a victory with a triple-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists and 5 steals. Tuba Poyraz helped adding 15 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was Embla Halldorsdottir with 14 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. Thor AK maintains second place with 18-6 record having just three points less than leader Stjarnan. Breidablik B lost their twenty fourth game in a row. Newly promoted team still closes the standings. The game in Reykjavik was also quite interesting. Sixth ranked Armann (12-12) played at the court of 7th ranked Athena (7-17). Armann managed to secure a 9-point victory 54-45 on Saturday. It was an exceptional evening for Jonina Karlsdottir who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 11 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Nerea Brajac came up with a double-double by scoring 12 points, 17 rebounds, 5 assists and 7 steals for Athena in the defeat. The victory was the third consecutive win for Armann. They maintain sixth place with 12-12 record. Athena lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the seventh position with 17 games lost. In the last game of round 27 Tindastoll was beaten by KR on the road 81-73.
KR - Tindastoll 81-73 No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked KR (15-9) beat 8th ranked Tindastoll (5-19) in Reykjavik 81-73 on Saturday. The hosts trailed by 1 point after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 18-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 81-73. KR forced 22 Tindastoll turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Violet Morrow (176-1997, college: EWU, agency: Interperformances) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 14 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals. Power forward Hulda Bergsteinsdottir (180-1999) accounted for 16 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side. Morrow is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Serbian-Hungarian power forward Emese Vida (190-1993) came up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 14 rebounds and American forward Jayla Johnson (188, college: EKU) added 27 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Tindastoll in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for KR. They maintain fourth place with 15-9 record. Tindastoll lost their third game in a row. They keep the eighth position with 19 games lost. Top scorers: Tindastoll: J.Johnson 27+7reb+2ast, E.Vida 21+14reb+3ast, D.Eva 10+5reb+10ast, B.Klara 8+3reb+2ast, S.Inga 6+2reb+1ast, H.Rebekka 1+4reb+2ast KR: V.Morrow 23+14reb+5ast, H.Bergsteinsdottir 16+5reb+2ast, P.Johannsdottir 11+3reb+5ast, F.Ragnarsdottir 8+4reb+7ast, M.Anna 8+3reb+2ast, I.Anna 5+1reb+1ast Breidablik B - Thor AK 41-138 Bottom-ranked Breidablik B 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 24th consecutive match to second ranked Thor AK (18-6) 138-41. The game without a history. Thor AK led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Breidablik B to just 6 points in first quarter. Thor AK held Breidablik B to an opponent 21.3 percent shooting from the field compared to 58.6 percent accuracy of the winners. Thor AK forced 42 Breidablik B turnovers and outrebounded them 55-29 including a 38-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 31 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Breidablik B's players. Breidablik B was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a great evening for American forward Maddie Sutton (180-1998, college: Tusculum) who led her team to a victory with a triple-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists and 5 steals. German forward Tuba Poyraz (184-2001) helped adding 15 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Thor AK players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Embla Halldorsdottir with 14 points and Inga Johannsdottir (-2004) scored 7 points and 6 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Thor AK maintains second place with 18-6 record having just three points less than leader Stjarnan. Breidablik B lost their twenty fourth game in a row. Newly promoted team still closes the standings. Top scorers: Breidablik B: H.Embla 14+2reb+2ast, J.Inga 7+6reb, S.Maria 6+1reb+1ast, B.Bjork 4+2reb+1ast, G.Lilja 3+2reb, K.Selma 3+3reb+2ast Thor AK: S.Emma 22+5reb+2ast, H.Ottosdottir 19+4reb+3ast, J.Vaka 19+1ast, M.Sutton 18+10reb+10ast, H.Karen 15+6reb+2ast, T.Poyraz 15+16reb+4ast Athena - Armann 45-54 The game in Reykjavik was also quite interesting. Sixth ranked Armann (12-12) played at the court of 7th ranked Athena (7-17). Armann managed to secure a 9-point victory 54-45 on Saturday. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Athena won third quarter 10-6. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The game was decided in the last minutes when Armann won last quarter 12-5. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Athena to just 5 points in fourth quarter. They held Athena to an opponent 24.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 26.9 percent accuracy of the winners. Armann forced 24 Athena turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for guard Jonina Karlsdottir (170-1999) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 11 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Point guard Elfa Falsdottir (165-1998) accounted for 12 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side. Croatian-American guard Nerea Brajac (173-1999, college: Georgian Court) came up with a double-double by scoring 12 points, 17 rebounds, 5 assists and 7 steals and forward Asa Wolfram (176-2005) added 12 points respectively for Athena in the defeat. The victory was the third consecutive win for Armann. They maintain sixth place with 12-12 record. Athena lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the seventh position with 17 games lost. Top scorers: Athena: W.Asa 12+3reb, N.Brajac 12+17reb+5ast, M.Pierce 7+3reb+1ast, D.Maria 5+6reb+1ast, I.Kolbrun 4+5reb+1ast, M.Greta 3+2reb+1ast Armann: E.Falsdottir 12+8reb+1ast, K.Jonina 11+11reb+4ast, B.Telma 11+6reb+2ast, I.Thora 8+1reb+1ast, A.Oskarsdottir 4+6reb+1ast, K.Hildur 3+5reb Stjarnan - Snaefell 74-73 Third-ranked Snaefell (17-7) was very close to win a game against first ranked Stjarnan (21-3) on Saturday. Stjarnan managed to secure only one-point victory 74-73. However their fans expected easier game. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Snaefell. The hosts trailed by 4 points after three quarters before their 21-16 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Stjarnan forced 20 Snaefell turnovers. It was a good game for American center Riley Popplewell (180-1997, college: USC Upstate) who saved her team from a defeat with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 17 rebounds. Point guard Isold Saevarsdottir (165-2007) contributed with 15 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Five Stjarnan players scored in double figures. American power forward Cheah Rael-Whitsitt (180, college: Texas A&M) answered with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 19 rebounds and Bulgarian center Preslava Koleva (191-1999) added 21 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Snaefell. Stjarnan have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with 21-3 record. Snaefell at the other side keeps the third position with seven games lost. Top scorers: Snaefell: C.Rael-Whitsitt 24+19reb+3ast, P.Koleva 21+7reb+1ast, T.Minea 10+7reb+3ast, B.Ylenia 8+14reb+5ast, R.Karlsdottir 7+1reb+1ast, A.Adda 3 Stjarnan: S.Isold 15+8reb+3ast, O.Bara 14+2reb, A.Kolbrun 14+10reb+1ast, R.Popplewell 13+17reb+2ast, L.Dilja 13+3reb+2ast, T.Bergdis 5+4reb+1ast |
| Maddie Sutton's triple-double lands her D1 Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
She recorded a triple-double of 18 points adding also 10 rebounds and 10 assists, while her team outclassed, the league's bottom-ranked team Breidablik B (#9, 0-24) with 97-point margin 138-41. Thor AK maintains the 2nd position in Icelandic league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Thor AK will need more victories to improve their 18-6 record. In the team's last game Sutton had a remarkable 77.8% from 2-point range. She turned to be Thor AK's top player in her first season with the team. Tusculum College graduate has very impressive stats this year. Sutton is in league's top in points (7th best: 19.7ppg), rebounds (2nd best: 17.2rpg), assists (3rd best: 4.7apg) and averages solid 2.8spg. Second best performed player last round was Emese Vida (190-F/C-1993) of Tindastoll. She is Serbian-Hungarian forward in her first season at Tindastoll. In the last game Vida recorded impressive double-double of 21 points and 14 rebounds. Bad luck as Tindastoll lost that game 73-81 to the higher-ranked KR (#4, 15-9). Tindastoll managed to keep the same 8th spot in the standings. 19 lost games are too many comparing to just five victories Tindastoll managed to get this year. Vida is a newcomer at Tindastoll and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to guard Violet Morrow (176-G-1997, agency: Interperformances) of KR (#4). Morrow showcased her all-around game by recording 23 points, fourteen rebounds (!!!) and five assists in the last round. She was a key player of KR, leading her team to a 81-73 win against the lower-ranked Tindastoll (#8, 5-19). KR needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 15 victories and 9 lost games. Morrow has a great season in Iceland. After 23 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 25.9ppg (2nd best) and rebounds with 12.7rpg (6th best). Morrow attended one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on her way to pro basketball. Other top performing players last week: 4. Cheah Rael-Whitsitt (180-F/C) of Snaefell - 24 points, 19 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Tuba Poyraz (184-F-2001) of Thor AK - 15 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Riley Popplewell (180-C-1997) of Stjarnan - 13 points, 17 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Emma Snaebjarnardottir (177-G-2008) of Thor AK - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Ylenia Bonett (170-G-2003) of Snaefell - 8 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists 9. Nerea Brajac (173-G-1999) of Athena - 12 points, 17 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Hrefna Ottosdottir (175-SG-2001) of Thor AK - 19 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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| Subway League Round 26: No surprise as #1 Keflavik defeat IR - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in Subway League. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. Subway League top team - Keflavik (23-3) had no problems winning another game on Sunday. This time they crushed eighth ranked IR (1-25) in Reykjavik 87-42. The game without a history. Keflavik led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They held IR to an opponent 19.7 percent shooting from the field compared to 47.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Keflavik forced 25 IR turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by IR's players. The former international swingman Emelia Gunnarsdottir (174-1998) scored 17 points and 7 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and the former international forward Birna Benonysdottir (187-2000, college: Binghamton) chipped in 17 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) during the contest. Keflavik's coach Hordur Vilhjalmsson felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Estonian swingman Greeta Uprus (177-1994) responded with 12 points and 7 rebounds. Keflavik maintains first position with 23-3 record. IR lost tenth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay dead last with 25 lost games. Keflavik are looking forward to face Grindavik (#5) on the road in the next round. IR will play against Breidablik in Kopavogur and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game in Kopavogur was also worth to mention about. Fourth ranked Njardvik (16-10) played at the court of 7th ranked Breidablik (4-22). Njardvik defeated Breidablik 80-69. American guard Aliyah Collier (183-1997, college: Clemson) notched 18 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals to lead the effort and Raquel Laniero supported her with 12 points. Njardvik's coach Runar Erlingsson used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 20 points and 5 rebounds by guard Thordis Kristjansdottir (170-1999) did not help to save the game for Breidablik. Njardvik have an impressive five-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains fourth position with 16-10 record. Breidablik lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 22 games lost. Njardvik will play against league's second-placed Haukar in Hafnarfjordur in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Breidablik will play at home against IR (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. In the last two games of round 26 Fjolnir lost to Haukar on the opponent's court 74-92. Valur outscored Grindavik in a home game 92-66.
Haukar - Fjolnir 92-74 Very expected game in Hafnarfjordur where 6th ranked Fjolnir (8-18) was defeated by second ranked Haukar (21-5) 92-74. The game without a history. Haukar led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. American guard Keira Robinson (170-1994, college: VCU) notched 30 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the effort and guard Solrun Gisladottir (180-1996, college: Co.Georgia) supported her with 23 points. Five Haukar players scored in double figures. Even 30 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists by American guard Brittanny Dinkins (170-1994, college: Southern Miss) did not help to save the game for Fjolnir. Lithuanian guard Urte Slavickaite (171-1997) added 18 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the guests. Haukar maintains second position with 21-5 record having just two points less than leader Keflavik, which they share with Valur. Fjolnir at the other side keeps the sixth place with 18 games lost. Haukar will play against Njardvik (#4) on the road in the next round. Fjolnir's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Reykjavik Valur. Top scorers: Fjolnir: B.Dinkins 30+5reb+5ast, U.Slavickaite 18+5reb+4ast, K.Heidur 9+5reb+3ast, S.Sill 7+8reb+3ast, K.Victoria 5+2reb, S.Dacanay 3+1reb+2ast Haukar: K.Robinson 30+6reb+7ast, S.Gisladottir 23+3reb+1ast, A.Tinna 13+1reb+5ast, A.Elisabeth 11+11reb+4ast, L.Henningsdottir 10+3reb+2ast, J.Agnes 5+4reb+1ast Valur - Grindavik 92-66 Rather predictable result in Reykjavik where third ranked Valur (21-5) smashed 5th ranked Grindavik (10-16) 92-66. The game without a history. Valur led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. American guard Kiana Johnson (171-1993, college: Virginia Union) notched a double-double by scoring 19 points, 6 rebounds, 14 assists and 4 steals to lead the effort and international forward Asta Grimsdottir (185-2001, college: HCU) supported her with 14 points and 13 rebounds. Even a double-double of 15 points and 12 rebounds by Slovenian forward Elma Dautovic (187-2001, agency: Interperformances) did not help to save the game for Grindavik. American guard Danielle Rodriguez (177-1993, college: Utah) added 11 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Valur moved-up to second place, which they share with Haukar. Grindavik at the other side keeps the fifth position with 16 games lost. Valur's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Reykjavik to the arena Fjolnir. Top scorers: Grindavik: A.Okodugha 17+5reb, E.Dautovic 15+12reb+1ast, N.Hekla 13+5ast, D.Rodriguez 11+9reb+8ast, O.Hulda 7+5reb, A.Sverrisdottir 2+5reb Valur: K.Johnson 19+6reb+14ast, E.Thorisdottir 17+1reb+1ast, A.Grimsdottir 14+13reb+2ast, H.Kjartansdottir 12+6reb+4ast, B.Sara 9+1reb, D.Karlsdottir 7+1reb+2ast Breidablik - Njardvik 69-80 The game in Kopavogur was also worth to mention about. Fourth ranked Njardvik (16-10) played at the court of 7th ranked Breidablik (4-22). Njardvik defeated Breidablik 80-69. The game was mostly controlled by Njardvik. Breidablik was better in third quarter 15-13. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Njardvik forced 21 Breidablik turnovers. American guard Aliyah Collier (183-1997, college: Clemson) notched 18 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals to lead the effort and Portuguese point guard Raquel Laniero (171-2000) supported her with 12 points. Njardvik's coach Runar Erlingsson used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 20 points and 5 rebounds by guard Thordis Kristjansdottir (170-1999) did not help to save the game for Breidablik. Forward Birgit Snorradottir (182-2000) added 14 points and 8 rebounds for the hosts. Four Breidablik players scored in double figures. Njardvik have an impressive five-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains fourth position with 16-10 record. Breidablik lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 22 games lost. Njardvik will play against league's second-placed Haukar in Hafnarfjordur in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Breidablik will play at home against IR (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Breidablik: T.Kristjansdottir 20+5reb+2ast, B.Snorradottir 14+8reb+3ast, A.Larusdottir 13+7reb, R.Petursdottir 13+8reb+1ast, A.Arnadottir 4+4reb, E.Alfredsdottir 3+4reb Njardvik: A.Collier 18+8reb+6ast, B.Hinriksdottir 14+1reb, R.Laniero 12+4reb+3ast, A.Anna 6+1ast, A.Bodvarsdottir-Taylor 5+2reb, L.Silva 5+5reb+5ast IR - Keflavik 42-87 Subway League top team - Keflavik (23-3) had no problems winning another game on Sunday. This time they crushed eighth ranked IR (1-25) in Reykjavik 87-42. The game without a history. Keflavik led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They held IR to an opponent 19.7 percent shooting from the field compared to 47.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Keflavik forced 25 IR turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by IR's players. The former international swingman Emelia Gunnarsdottir (174-1998) scored 17 points and 7 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and the former international forward Birna Benonysdottir (187-2000, college: Binghamton) chipped in 17 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) during the contest. Keflavik's coach Hordur Vilhjalmsson felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Estonian swingman Greeta Uprus (177-1994) responded with 12 points and 7 rebounds and forward Margret Blondal (178-2000) scored 7 points and 13 rebounds. Keflavik maintains first position with 23-3 record. IR lost tenth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay dead last with 25 lost games. Keflavik are looking forward to face Grindavik (#5) on the road in the next round. IR will play against Breidablik in Kopavogur and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: IR: G.Uprus 12+7reb+2ast, N.Kristjansdottir 8+10reb+1ast, M.Blondal 7+13reb+1ast, S.Saemundsdottir 7+2reb+1ast, H.Rebekka 6+2reb+1ast, H.Greta 2+2reb Keflavik: B.Benonysdottir 17+4reb+2ast, E.Gunnarsdottir 17+7reb, A.Svansdottir 15+6reb+1ast, K.Gardarsdottir 9+3reb+8ast, K.Konstantinova 9+5reb+2ast, O.Oladottir 7+2reb |
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| WJBL Round 25: Toyota A. is defeated by Denso I. - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There will be only one (last) round of the Regular Season in WJBL. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Toyota A. (22-3) in Nagoya on Saturday night. Hosts were defeated by second ranked Denso I. (21-4) 61-51. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Toyota A.. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. The former international center Maki Takada (185-1989) stepped up and scored 18 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and the former international center Akaho Himawari (184-1998) chipped in 12 points and 5 rebounds. At the losing side the former international center Stephanie Mawuli (182-1998) responded with 13 points and 5 rebounds. Denso I. maintains second place with 21-4 record behind leader Toyota A. Defending champion Toyota A. still keeps top position with three games lost. Denso I. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Toyota A. will play again at home against the league's second-placed Denso I. and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Thirteenth-ranked Himeji E. (4-21) gave a tough game to third ranked Mitsubishi K. (19-6). The visitors from Nagoya managed to secure only three-point victory 77-74. However their fans expected much easier game. The former international center Risa Nishioka (186-1997) nailed 29 points and 4 assists (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) for the winning side and Yuka Kosuge accounted for 11 points and 12 rebounds. Minami Shirasaki (166-1996) came up with 32 points and 5 rebounds for Himeji E. in the defeat. Himeji E.'s coach Yoshihiko Iyoda tried various players' combinations and tested in total twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Mitsubishi K. maintains third place with 19-6 record having just three points less than leader Toyota A. Himeji E. lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the thirteenth position with 21 games lost. Mitsubishi K. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Himeji E. will play again at home against Mitsubishi K. (#3) and hopes to get back on the winning track. 12th ranked Yamanashi QB (5-20) was outscored at home by seventh ranked Chanson V-M (14-11) with the biggest margin this round 99-63 on Saturday night. Kuke Haruka fired a triple-double by scoring 14 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists and 5 steals for the winners. Nanami Hamanishi produced 15 points for lost side. Yamanashi QB's coach Kanji Kaneko gave up on the game allowing to play fifteen players seeing no chance for a win. Chanson V-M maintains seventh place with 14-11 record. Yamanashi QB lost third consecutive game. They keep the twelfth position with 20 games lost. Chanson V-M will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Yamanashi QB will play again against Chanson V-M (#7) and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 25: Toyota BSR was destroyed by Eneos S. on the opponent's court 88-59. Haneda V. unfortunately lost to Aishin AW in a home game 58-67. Bottom-ranked Niigata R. recorded a loss to Hitachi Cougars on the road 74-87. Fujitsu RW defeated Aranmare A. on its own court 60-48. The most impressive stats of the last round was 17 points and 6 rebounds by Mamiko Tanaka of Fujitsu RW.
Toyota A. - Denso I. 51-61 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Toyota A. (22-3) in Nagoya on Saturday night. Hosts were defeated by second ranked Denso I. (21-4) 61-51. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Toyota A.. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. The former international center Maki Takada (185-1989) stepped up and scored 18 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and the former international center Akaho Himawari (184-1998) chipped in 12 points and 5 rebounds. At the losing side the former international center Stephanie Mawuli (182-1998) responded with 13 points and 5 rebounds and Senegalese center Sokhna Sylla (200-1997) scored 10 points. Denso I. maintains second place with 21-4 record behind leader Toyota A. Defending champion Toyota A. still keeps top position with three games lost. Denso I. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Toyota A. will play again at home against the league's second-placed Denso I. and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Denso I.: M.Takada 18+6reb+3ast, A.Himawari 12+5reb+1ast, S.Akaho 11+6reb, A.Kimura 6+2reb+1ast, S.Motokawa 5+5reb+5ast, D.Bai 5+2reb Toyota A.: S.Mawuli 13+5reb+3ast, S.Sylla 10+3reb+1ast, A.Hirashita 8+2reb+1ast, M.Kawai 7+3reb+2ast, U.Chinatsu 5+2reb, K.Miyashita 3+1reb+1ast Eneos S. - Toyota BSR 88-59 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 5th ranked Toyota BSR's (16-9) road loss to fourth ranked Eneos S. (17-6) 59-88 on Saturday. Eneos S. outrebounded Toyota BSR 51-36 including a 35-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Eneos S. made 7 blocks. The former international power forward Ramu Tokashiki (193-1991) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points, 16 rebounds and 5 blocks for the winners. The former international Saori Miyazaki (167-1995) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Eneos S. players scored in double figures. Swingman Asami Saito (174-1996) produced 4 points and 6 rebounds and the former international center Miyuki Kawamura (185-1994) added 6 points and 5 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. Eneos S. have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 17-6 record. Toyota BSR at the other side keeps the fifth position with nine games lost. Eneos S. will again meet at home Toyota BSR (#5) in the next round. Toyota BSR will have a break next round. Top scorers: Eneos S.: R.Tokashiki 22+16reb+2ast, A.Hoshi 18+3reb+4ast, S.Takada 13+1reb+2ast, S.Miyazaki 10+11reb+6ast, M.Nagaoka 8+4reb+7ast, R.Okuyama 6 Toyota BSR: Y.Kato 9+1reb+1ast, T.Nanako 8+3ast, M.Kawamura 6+5reb, H.Asuka 6+1reb+1ast, E.Odobo 5+1reb+1ast, M.Sasaka 5+6reb Haneda V. - Aishin AW 58-67 Rather predictable result in Tokyo where ninth ranked Aishin AW (10-15) defeated 11th ranked Haneda V. (6-17) 67-58 on Saturday. June Mineharu (171-1999) fired 21 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Guard Misa Uchimaga (168-1996) chipped in 15 points and 8 rebounds. Four Aishin AW players scored in double figures. Swingman Takano Hashikouta (168-1995) produced 15 points and 8 rebounds and Yukino Awatsu (180-1998) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Aishin AW have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain ninth place with 10-15 record. Haneda V. at the other side keeps the eleventh position with 17 games lost. Aishin AW will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Haneda V. will play again against Aishin AW (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Aishin AW: J.Mineharu 21+5reb+3ast, U.Misa 15+8reb+3ast, K.Yonetani 13+6reb+1ast, C.Sakai 11+1reb+7ast, Y.Nanaka 5+5reb+2ast, U.Ayaka 2+1ast Haneda V.: H.Takano 15+8reb+3ast, Y.Awatsu 13+6reb+1ast, J.Hikaru 6+1reb+3ast, O.Hana 5+3reb+2ast, H.Makoto 5+7reb+2ast, N.Mizuno 4+6reb+6ast Yamanashi QB - Chanson V-M 63-99 12th ranked Yamanashi QB (5-20) was outscored at home by seventh ranked Chanson V-M (14-11) with the biggest margin this round 99-63 on Saturday night. Chanson V-M dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Yamanashi QB's 24 and made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Yamanashi QB 59-27 including a 25-11 advantage in offensive rebounds. Chanson V-M looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Point guard Kuke Haruka (166-1995) fired a triple-double by scoring 14 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists and 5 steals for the winners. The former international swingman Mai Yoshida (175-1998) chipped in 21 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Five Chanson V-M players scored in double figures. Nanami Hamanishi (168-1998) produced 15 points and Moeno Oka (176-1993) added 6 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Yamanashi QB's coach Kanji Kaneko gave up on the game allowing to play fifteen players seeing no chance for a win. Chanson V-M maintains seventh place with 14-11 record. Yamanashi QB lost third consecutive game. They keep the twelfth position with 20 games lost. Chanson V-M will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Yamanashi QB will play again against Chanson V-M (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Chanson V-M: Y.Mai 21+7reb+6ast, U.Izoje 21+11reb, N.Parei 16+4reb, H.Kuke 14+10reb+10ast, K.Aina 13+7reb+4ast, S.Traore 6+1reb Yamanashi QB: H.Nanami 15+1reb+2ast, N.Ayana 10+1reb+1ast, T.Honoka 9+1reb+3ast, M.Oka 6+7reb+2ast, A.Watanabe 5+4reb, W.Aimi 5+5reb Himeji E. - Mitsubishi K. 74-77 Thirteenth-ranked Himeji E. (4-21) gave a tough game to third ranked Mitsubishi K. (19-6). The visitors from Nagoya managed to secure only three-point victory 77-74. However their fans expected much easier game. Mitsubishi K. made 16-of-21 charity shots (76.2 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Himeji E.'s players. The former international center Risa Nishioka (186-1997) nailed 29 points and 4 assists (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) for the winning side and the former international Yuka Kosuge (181-1991) accounted for 11 points and 12 rebounds. Minami Shirasaki (166-1996) came up with 32 points and 5 rebounds and Shiori Higuchi (175-1999) added 11 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Himeji E. in the defeat. Himeji E.'s coach Yoshihiko Iyoda tried various players' combinations and tested in total twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Mitsubishi K. maintains third place with 19-6 record having just three points less than leader Toyota A. Himeji E. lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the thirteenth position with 21 games lost. Mitsubishi K. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Himeji E. will play again at home against Mitsubishi K. (#3) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Mitsubishi K.: R.Nishioka 29+4reb+4ast, O.Manna 13+4reb, Y.Kosuge 11+12reb+3ast, N.Haruno 9+7reb+2ast, N.Yuina 7+3reb+1ast, A.Saga 6+4reb+4ast Himeji E.: S.Minami 32+5reb+1ast, I.Aoi 14+4reb+1ast, H.Shiori 11+8reb+1ast, S.Yoshida 7+2reb, M.Wenwu 7+2reb, M.Yamamoto 3+2ast Hitachi Cougars - Niigata R. 87-74 Not a big story in a game in Hitachinaka where 14th ranked Niigata R. (3-22) was defeated by eighth ranked Hitachi Cougars (13-12) 87-74 on Saturday. Hitachi Cougars outrebounded Niigata R. 50-32 including a 23-11 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Senegalese center Daramee Malem-Doi (187-1997) fired 29 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Point guard Hoshi Aka (170-1995) chipped in 17 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Hitachi Cougars players scored in double figures. Naomi Kitagawa (174-1994) produced 22 points and 7 rebounds and guard Nakamura Hana (172-2003) added 12 points respectively for lost side. Niigata R.'s coach Atsushi Ito let to play eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Hitachi Cougars have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain eighth place with 13-12 record. Niigata R. lost fourth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 22 lost games. Hitachi Cougars will again meet at home bottom-ranked Niigata R. (#14) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Niigata R. will have a break next round. Top scorers: Hitachi Cougars: M.Daramee 29+9reb+1ast, A.Hoshi 17+9reb+4ast, N.Yuki 13+6reb+3ast, S.Ikuri 12+3reb+2ast, A.Tsurumi 5+4reb+6ast, O.Saori 4+3reb Niigata R.: N.Kitagawa 22+7reb+1ast, H.Nakamura 12+2reb+3ast, Y.Yumi 9+1reb+1ast, Y.Mayu 9+2reb+1ast, S.Yukina 6+3reb+4ast, K.Naomi 5+4reb+1ast Fujitsu RW - Aranmare A. 60-48 Everything went according to plan in Kawasaki where sixth ranked Fujitsu RW (15-10) beat 10th ranked Aranmare A. (8-17) 60-48 on Saturday. Strangely Aranmare A. outrebounded Fujitsu RW 58-39 including a 34-15 advantage in offensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Fujitsu RW made 9 blocks. Power forward Mamiko Tanaka (180-1996) fired 17 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. The former international point guard Rui Machida (162-1993) chipped in 12 points and 6 assists. Airi Kitagawa (172-1998) produced 7 points and 10 rebounds and Chihiro Sato (168-1997) added 12 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Fujitsu RW maintains sixth place with 15-10 record. Aranmare A. lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the tenth position with 17 games lost. Fujitsu RW will again meet at home Aranmare A. (#10) in the next round. Aranmare A. will have a break next round. Top scorers: Fujitsu RW: E.Moeka 17+2reb, M.Tanaka 17+6reb, R.Machida 12+3reb+6ast, v.Novon Joshuana 8+7reb, Y.Nakamura 4+9reb+2ast, U.Akina 2+4reb+2ast Aranmare A.: S.Chihiro 12+4reb+1ast, K.Niang 8+6reb, K.Hitomi 8+4reb+3ast, A.Kitagawa 7+10reb, T.Yuka 5+6reb, T.Yuki 5+1reb |
| Japanese WJBL round 25 best performance: Ramu Tokashiki - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 31-year old player had a double-double of 22 points and 16 rebounds, while her team outclassed Toyota BSR (#5, 16-9) with 29-point margin 88-59. Eneos S. maintains the 4th position in Japanese WJBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Eneos S. will need more victories to improve their 17-6 record. Tokashiki has many years of experience at Eneos S., through which she has constantly improved. Ramu Tokashiki has solid league stats. She is in league's top in points (2nd best: 20.9ppg), rebounds (2nd best: 11.4rpg) and averages impressive 2.3bpg and 72.0% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young international center Risa Nishioka (186-C-1997) of Mitsubishi K.. Nishioka had a very good evening with 29 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists. It was enough for Mitsubishi K. to edge the lower-ranked Himeji E. (#13, 4-21) 77-74. Mitsubishi K.'s 3rd position in the standings has not changed. Her team's 19-6 record is not bad at all. Nishioka is one of the most experienced players at Mitsubishi K. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.2ppg (#5). She also registered 7.3 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was Senegalese center Daramee Malem-Doi (187-C-1997) of Hitachi Cougars (#8). Malem-Doi scored 29 points and grabbed nine rebounds. She was a key player of Hitachi Cougars, leading her team to a 87-74 easy win against the lower-ranked Niigata R. (#14, 3-22). Hitachi Cougars needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 13 victories and 12 lost games. Malem-Doi has a great season in Japan. After 25 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 18.4ppg (3rd best) and rebounds with 9.2rpg (4th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Izoje Uche (188-C-2004) of Chanson V-M - 21 points and 11 rebounds 5. Mai Yoshida (175-G/F-1998) of Chanson V-M - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists 6. Kuke Haruka (166-PG-1995) of Chanson V-M - 14 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists 7. Naomi Kitagawa (174-PF-1994) of Niigata R. - 22 points and 7 rebounds 8. June Mineharu (171-SG-1999) of Aishin AW - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Yuki Nakano (181-C/F-1996) of Hitachi Cougars - 13 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Hoshi Anri (171-G-2000) of Eneos S. - 18 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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| NJCAA D3 All-Tournament Awards 2023 - by Igor Obradovic | |||||||||||||
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Most Valuable Player: Olivia Christianson (5'8''-F) of Rochester CTC Best Coach: Jason Bonde of Rochester CTC
First Team Reana Schmitt (6'1''-F/C) of Riverland CC Savannah Longhoma (5'5''-G) of Riverland CC Hayley Saint John (5'11''-G/F-2002) of Owens CC Olivia Hayenga (5'9''-G) of Minn.W.Tech Tia Murray (6'0''-F) of Minn.W.Tech Jada James (5'9''-F) of Rochester CTC Olivia Christianson (5'8''-F) of Rochester CTC Myia Ruzek (5'9''-G) of Rochester CTC Ravyn Miles (5'6''-G) of Rochester CTC |
| Yellowjackets win its second national championship - by Eurobasket News |
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Rochester (MN) claimed the 2023 NJCAA Division III Women's Basketball Championship after defeating Minnesota West, 73-53, at the Rochester Regional Sports Center in Rochester, Minnesota. Sophomore forward Olivia Christianson (5'8''-F) led the Yellowjackets with a national championship game for the ages. Christianson led all scorers with 31 points while also collecting 6 rebounds and 8 steals on the game. These efforts earned the sophomore Tournament MVP. Rochester jumped out to an early lead in the first quarter, but could not widen the gap. Minnesota West took the lead on a Hattie Devries layup to make it 14-13. The Lady Jays concluded the quarter with a two-point lead. The second quarter saw Lady Jay forward Olivia Hayenga get her offense going by scoring seven points. Minnesota West was not able to stretch its lead and only carried a 34-32 lead going into the half. The Yellowjackets came to life in the second half and put together one of the most impressive halves in NJCAA DIII Women's Basketball Championship game history. Rochester outscored the Lady Jays 41-20 in the second half. Christianson grabbed four steals in the third quarter, and Ravyn Miles scored 10 points in the third. Rochester's title is the second in school history and improves upon their third-place finish in last year's tournament. They defeated Minnesota West in last year's third-place game. The Lady Jays entered the national tournament as the No. 5 seed. En route to the national title game, they defeated Northampton (PA), Monroe-Bronx (NY), and defending champions Owens (OH) all by double digits. This was the third appearance in school history, and second consecutive. Freshman guard Olivia Hayenga and sophomore forward Tia Murray were named to the all-tournament team. Courtesy of: njcaa.org |
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| Best players of Kosovan Superliga round 20 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||
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American Taliyah Hopkins (180-G/F-1997) had a very impressive game in the last round for league's leader Bashkimi and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 20. The 25-year old swingman had the game-high 31 points adding nine rebounds and six assists for Bashkimi in her team's victory, helping them to outclass Vellaznimi (#6, 2-17) with 32-point margin 101-69. It allowed Bashkimi to consolidate first place in the Kosovan Superliga. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is already in a full swing and Bashkimi still have not lost a single game, getting all 18 victories. In the team's last game Hopkins had a remarkable 80.0% from 2-point range and got three three-pointers out of 6 attempts. She turned to be Bashkimi's top player in her first season with the team. University of Charleston graduate has very impressive stats this year. Hopkins is in league's top in assists (9th best: 2.9apg) and averages solid 50.9% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was American swingman Ke'Aunna Johnson (180-G/F) of Trepca. Johnson impressed basketball fans with 31 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Trepca lost that game 58-71 to slightly higher-ranked Penza (#3, 12-7). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Trepca still maintains its place in the top 4 of the standings, even despite this loss. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 6-14 record. Johnson is a newcomer at Trepca 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 20.5ppg (#2). She also registered 7.0 boards per game. University of Mary Hardin-Baylor alumni Johnson 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 Bashkimi's star - international forward Aulona Muhadri (182-F/C-1998). Muhadri scored 17 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). She was another key player of Bashkimi, helping her team with a 101-69 easy win against the lower-ranked Vellaznimi (#6, 2-17). Bashkimi have amazing season winning all 18 games without a single defeat. Muhadri turns to be one of the very best players in the league while she is also a leader of the top team having her eyes on the championship title. Muhadri has a great season in Kosovo. After 18 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 14.2ppg (6th best) and rebounds with 11.4rpg (#1 in league). She also has 2.7spg and FGP: 65.1%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Jeta Zeka) of Penza - 21 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Lejla Omerbasic (182-SG-1997) of Penza - 25 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Tianna Sullivan (G) of Vellaznimi - 20 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Vesa Krasniqi (2005) of Bashkimi - 14 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists 8. Rina Hodaj (156-PG-1998) of Vellaznimi - 30 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists 9. Diellza Dekaj (178-F-2002) of Prishtina - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Ermelinda Gjukaj (2001) of Penza - 13 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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| Qurain signs Bosnian Aleksandra Begenisic. - by Abdul Hamid Addasi | |||
She supposed to play at Penza in Kosovan Superliga. In four games she recorded very impressive stats: 17.5ppg, 10.8rpg, 4.3apg, 1.5spg and 2.3bpg this season. She also spent pre-season at Bashkimi (Superliga) in Kosovo where in three games she averaged 9.3ppg, 8.0rpg, 4.0apg, 1.0spg and 1.0bpg. She is a very experienced player. Begenisic has played also professionally in Greece (AS Aris Thessalonikis), Iran (Bandar Abbas and Bahman), Romania (Cluj Napoca), Serbia (Sabac), Spain (Ensino and Granada), Sweden (Jarfalla), Syria (Qasioun), Turkey (Balcova) and Bosnia (Zeljeznicar, Leotar and Orlovi). Her team won Bosnia and Herzegovina Cup in 2009 and 2010. |
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| LSBL Round 1 of Finals. RSU-2 beat Ventspils to earn title - by Eurobasket News |
FINALVentspils - RSU-2 70-95RSU-2 dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Ventspils' 28. RSU-2 forced 20 Ventspils turnovers and outrebounded them 43-31 including 29 on the defensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. Liva Krumina (184-2003) stepped up and scored 20 points and 5 assists for the winners and guard Liza Cumika (181-1999) chipped in 12 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Four RSU-2 players scored in double figures. At the losing side Annija Zvirgzdina (174-1993) responded with 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Laura Igare scored 18 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Ventspils: I.Laura 18+3reb+1ast, Z.Annija 16+6reb+4ast, H.Kristine 10+1reb+3ast, B.Martina 7+7reb+5ast, E.Ulla 5+2reb+3ast, B.Tina 4+2reb+2ast RSU-2: L.Krumina 20+3reb+5ast, B.Eglite 18+2reb+6ast, E.Indrike 14+7reb+2ast, L.Cumika 12+11reb+4ast, M.Zelma 10+6reb+1ast, L.Okuneva 8+3reb+2ast 3-4 PlaceJurmala - Jelgava 65-57Jurmala outrebounded Jelgava 50-38 including 18 on the offensive glass. 31 personal fouls committed by Jelgava helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of Guna Silia who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds. Guard Zozefine Sipolina (173-2005) contributed with 23 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. American Alise Karlsone (180-1991, college: Charleston So.) answered with 12 points and 9 rebounds and forward Ivanda Hudjakova (185-1998, college: Mount Olive) added 9 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for Jelgava. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Jelgava: A.Karlsone 12+9reb+2ast, I.Hudjakova 9+7reb+5ast, M.Marita 9+5reb+3ast, L.Stalidzane 7+4reb+1ast, K.Dambrane 7+3reb, R.Nagle 5+5reb Jurmala: S.Zozefine 23+5reb+2ast, S.Guna 16+13reb+2ast, K.Elza 8+2reb+2ast, C.Anastasija 6+4reb+1ast, A.Purmale 5+15reb+1ast, S.Annija 4+5reb |
| LSBL Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Ventspils and RSU-2 advance into Final - by Eurobasket News |
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Ventspils - Jurmala 72-69 Ventspils had a 34-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. 25 personal fouls committed by Jurmala helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Martina Bertane (173-2004) who helped to win the game recording 19 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists. Annija Zvirgzdina (174-1993) contributed with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 12 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners. Ventspils' coach Reinis Ziemelis used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Guard Zozefine Sipolina (173-2005) answered with 30 points and 8 rebounds and Guna Silia added 17 points and 11 rebounds in the effort for Jurmala. Top scorers: Ventspils: B.Martina 19+8reb+8ast, Z.Annija 13+12reb+8ast, B.Tina 10+7reb, I.Laura 8+5reb+2ast, Z.Annija 7+3reb+1ast, V.Samanta 6+2reb Jurmala: S.Zozefine 30+8reb+2ast, S.Guna 17+11reb+2ast, K.Elza 14+4reb+1ast, P.Paula 5+2reb, A.Alise 2+1reb, A.Purmale 1+7reb+2ast RSU-2 - Jelgava 82-56 RSU-2 forced 25 Jelgava turnovers. Liva Krumina (184-2003) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and the former international guard Baiba Eglite (176-1989, college: UTEP) chipped in 12 points and 6 rebounds. Five RSU-2 players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Ivanda Hudjakova (185-1998, college: Mount Olive) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds and American Alise Karlsone (180-1991, college: Charleston So.) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 15 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: RSU-2: L.Krumina 21+14reb+4ast, E.Indrike 12+2reb+2ast, B.Eglite 12+6reb+3ast, L.Okuneva 10+4reb+2ast, M.Zelma 10+6reb+1ast, F.Beate 5+4reb Jelgava: I.Hudjakova 20+12reb+2ast, A.Karlsone 12+15reb+1ast, K.Dambrane 8+5reb+1ast, L.Briede 5+3reb+2ast, L.Stalidzane 3+5reb+2ast, R.Nagle 3+4reb |
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| Milda Sauliute's triple-double lands her Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 41-year old playmaker recorded a triple-double of 13 points adding also eleven rebounds and eleven assists, while her team outclassed Kedainiu (#8, 8-11) with 41-point margin 93-52. Alytaus maintains the 2nd position in their group in Lithuanian Moteru Lyga. They are still close to the very top. Alytaus would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 17-3 record. Sauliute has many years of experience at Alytaus, through which she has constantly improved. Sauliute has impressive league stats. She is league's best passer with 7.7apg. Sauliute is in league's top in and averages solid 4.6spg and 58.5% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young forward Ugne Kucinskaite (182-F-2001) of 7bet Vilnius. Kucinskaite impressed basketball fans with 28 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as 7bet Vilnius was edged by the higher-ranked Vilniaus univ. (#3, 16-3) 68-67. This loss caused 7bet Vilnius to drop to 6th position in Division B. Her team lost some distance to top teams. But 12-6 record is not bad and everything may still change. Kucinskaite is a newcomer at 7bet Vilnius and it seems she did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. The third best performed player last round was another Alytaus' star - Rita Zilinskaite (175-G-1992). Zilinskaite got into 30-points club by scoring 34 points in the last round. She was another key player of Alytaus, helping her team with a 93-52 easy win against the lower-ranked Kedainiu (#8, 8-11). Alytaus is closer and closer to top of the standings in Division B. They will still need more victories. But 17-3 record is not that bad... Zilinskaite has a great season in Lithuania. After 13 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 21.3ppg (2nd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Justina Leskauskaite (178-F-2002) of Alytaus - 14 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Vilte Andrunaviciute (178-F-2004) of Panevezio - 15 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Lina Grite (180-C/F-1977) of Alytaus - 15 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Austeja Sirsinaityte (166-PG-1995) of Vilniaus univ. - 7 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists 8. Aiste Svegzdaite (178-G/F-2002) of Kauno-LSMU - 16 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Brigita Kontenyte (175-F-2004) of Panevezio - 12 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Rasa Zemantauskaite-Matla (176-SG-1981) of Alytaus - 12 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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| NAIA D1 All-Tournament Awards 2023 - by Igor Obradovic | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Most Valuable Player: Tina Ubl (5'11''-F-2000) of Clarke Hustle Award: Nicole McDermott (5'7''-G) of Clarke
First Team Nicole McDermott (5'7''-G) of Clarke Alex Smith (6'0''-G/F) of Thomas More Savannah Walsdorf (6'0''-F) of Dakota St. Leianya Massenat (5'9''-G) of CMU
Second Team Elsie Aslesen (6'1''-F/C) of Dakota St. Daryna Bachkarova (6'1''-G/F-2000) of CMU Jordan Sweeney (5'7''-G) of UMW Zoie Barth (5'8''-G) of Thomas More Giana Michels (5'6''-G) of Clarke |
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| March Madness: No. 12 Toledo knocks off No. 5 Iowa State, 80-73 - by Eurobasket News |
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Toledo held off Iowa State in the fourth quarter and became the second No. 12 seed to upset a No. 5 on Saturday afternoon in the women's NCAA tournament. The Rockets beat the Cyclones, 80-73, after outscoring Iowa State by 10 in the second quarter. That quarter gave Toledo a 7-point margin at halftime, and Toledo extended its lead to 15 in the third quarter before Iowa State started chipping away. The Cyclones cut Toledo's lead to 5 with 7:17 to go but never got the game within a single possession after that, thanks to Toledo's excellent free-throw shooting. As Iowa State kept fouling Toledo to extend the game in the final minute, Toledo kept making its free throws. Toledo entered the game as one of the best free-throw shooting teams in the country. Toledo led the MAC at 78% from the line during the regular season and was 13-of-16 from the stripe Saturday. The victory is the first tournament win for Toledo since 1996 and came against longtime Toledo coach Bill Fennelly . The Iowa State coach was at Toledo from 1988-95 and led the Rockets to three NCAA tournament appearances before he was hired by ISU ahead of the 1995-96 season. Toledo became the fifth double-digit seed to score an opening-round win in the women's tournament and its win happened just after No. 12 Florida Gulf Coast beat No. 5 Washington State. The two 12-over-5 upsets are the biggest of the first round so far. While Iowa State shot better than the ISU men on Friday - the Cyclones shot 23% from the field in their loss to Pitt - it wasn't much better. ISU was just 6-of-31 from behind the 3-point line Saturday and shot 35% from the field. It was also the fourth opening-round loss for an NCAA tournament team from Iowa in three days. Six teams made the men's and women's tournaments from the state and unless Drake pulls another 12-5 upset over Louisville on Saturday night, Iowa and Caitlin Clark will be the only team to make the second round. Courtesy of: yahoo.com |
| California Baptist University captures Women's Basketball Invitational championship - by Eurobasket News |
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The California Baptist University women's basketball program has a new piece of hardware to add to the trophy case. Grace Schmidt (6'0''-F) sank 7 of 8 shots and finished with 18 points as the Lancers held off a late charge by New Mexico State and posted a 63-61 victory Sunday evening in the Women's Basketball Invitational championship game in Lexington, Kentucky. Schmidt, a freshman forward from Wisconsin, led a balanced scoring attack for California Baptist (22-13). Dorcas Wu (6'0''-G) and Chloe Webb (5'8''-G) each scored 12 points, and Trinity San Antonio added 11 points. The Lancers knocked down 11 of 19 shots from behind the 3-point arc in the game. Wu, a junior guard who graduated from Chino Hills High School, drained 4 of 5 shots from distance. CBU advanced to the WBI championship game with wins over North Dakota (96-79) and Georgia Southern (82-20 in overtime), and the Lancers faced a familiar opponent in Sunday night's finale at Transylvania University. CBU and New Mexico State both are members of the Western Athletic Conference and split games during the regular season, with each team winning at home. Wu scored nine straight points (three 3-pointers) to help the Lancers grab a 13-4 advantage with midway through the first quarter. CBU led 23-11 at the end of that quarter, but New Mexico State (18-17) got within 36-33 at halftime. San Antonio, a sophomore guard who graduated from Centennial High School, scored five consecutive points and helped the Lancers get that lead back to double figures entering the final period. San Antonio's 3-pointer with 3:17 left gave CBU a seeingly comfortable 60-49 lead, but New Mexico State went on a 10-1 and cut the deficit to 61-59 with 1:03 remaining to play. Webb made 1 of 2 free throws with 37 seconds on the clock to give the Lancers a 62-59 lead. New Mexico State had a chance to tie but missed two 3-pointers before Soufia Inoussa (5'7''-G-1999)'s layup trimmed the deficit to 62-61 with 11 seconds to play. Webb made another free throw, and Molly Kaiser (5'8''-G) missed a layup in the final seconds that would have sent the game to overtime. Kaiser scored a game-high 19 points for New Mexico State, while Tayelin Grays (5'8''-G) and Sylena Peterson (5'7''-G) each added 13 points. Schmidt averaged 18.3 points per game during the WBI, including a 26-point performance against North Dakota in the first round. Schmidt made 11 of 13 shots in that game and finished the WBI by making 21 of 31 shots from the field. Britney Klaman averaged 12.3 points in the WBI, and she sank the winning shot with two seconds remaining in overtime to beat Georgia Southern. Wu averaged 12 points and 7.3 rebounds per game, while San Antonio averaged 12 points and 6.7 rebounds per contest for the Lancers. A balanced attack was a common theme for the Lancers during the WBI. CBU had five players score double-digit points in the first two games of the tournament. Seven CBU players reached double figures in at least one game at the WBI. Courtesy of: pressenterprise.com |
| Iowa beats Georgia 74-66 advancing to Sweet 16 - by Eurobasket News |
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In front of a sold-out crowd at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, Caitlin Clark (6'0''-G-2001) led Iowa with her 16th double-double this season in a 74-66 win against Georgia. Clark had 22 points and 12 assists as the program improved its NCAA Tournament record to 8-3 since 2019. It's a tough place to beat Iowa, the Hawkeyes are now 17-1 at home. Four Iowa players reached double figures. Monika Czinano (6'3''-F/C) had 20 points, Gabbie Marshall (5'9''-G) had 15 points and McKenna Warnock (6'1''-F/G) had 14 points. The starting five scored all 74 points for the Hawkeyes. They will head to Seattle for the Sweet 16 and play the winner of Colorado - Duke next Sunday. The Buffaloes and Blue Devils will play Monday night. Courtesy of: wowt.com |
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| Kvinneligaen Round 20: Ulriken lose their first game against Baerum - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There will be only one (last) round of the Regular Season in Kvinneligaen. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Ulriken (21-1) in Bergen on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by second ranked Baerum (18-5) 58-48. It ended at the same time the 21-game winning streak of Ulriken. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Worth to mention a great performance of American swingman Abbey Hoff (183, college: Miami, OH) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points and 13 rebounds and the former international forward Julie McCarthy (190-1993, college: Florida Tech) who added 15 points and 16 rebounds during the contest. The former international forward Synne Jacobsen (183-2003) responded with 15 points and 8 rebounds. Baerum have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 18-5 record having just two points less than leader Ulriken. Ulriken at the other side still keeps top place with one game lost. Baerum are looking forward to face Asker (#3) at home in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Ulriken will play against Ullern and is hoping to win this game. The game in Bergen supposed to be also worth to mention about. Second ranked Baerum (18-5) played at the court of 6th ranked Bergen (4-19). Baerum smashed Bergen 100-25. The winners were led by the former international forward Julie McCarthy (190-1993, college: Florida Tech) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 25 points, 20 rebounds and 4 blocks and Abbey Hoff supported her with 22 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Even 4 points and 8 rebounds by guard Kristin Hannestad (175-1997) did not help to save the game for Bergen. Baerum have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 18-5 record having just two points less than leader Ulriken. Bergen lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 19 games lost. Baerum will play against Asker (#3) at home in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Bergen will play against Ullern and it may be a tough game between close rivals. In the last two games of round 20 bottom-ranked Storm U. was destroyed by Asker on the opponent's court 89-57. Ullern outscored Storm U. in a home game 80-50. The most impressive stats of the last round was 16 points and 12 rebounds by Tori Halvorsen of Ullern.
Asker - Storm U. 89-57 Very expected game when 7th ranked Storm U. (2-20) was crushed on the road by third ranked Asker (16-7) 89-57. Asker outrebounded Storm U. 50-36 including 37 on the defensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Storm U.'s players. The winners were led by American guard Tayler Bennett (172-1998, college: Academy of Art) who scored that evening 26 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and point guard Julie Skorpen (165-1999) supported her with 16 points. Bennett is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Asker's coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even a double-double of 14 points and 11 rebounds by Vilde Havnes did not help to save the game for Storm U.. Ingeborg Gruber (-2004) added 11 points and 8 rebounds for the guests. Four Storm U. players scored in double figures. Asker maintains third position with 16-7 record having four points less than leader Ulriken. Storm U. at the other side stay dead last with 20 lost games. Asker will play against league's second-placed Baerum in Sandvika in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Storm U. will play on the road against Midtbyen (#5) in Trondheim and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Asker: T.Bennett 26+7reb+5ast, J.Skorpen 16+4reb+3ast, K.Lindholm 7+2reb, I.Ekholt 6+4reb+1ast, S.Karianne 6+3reb+2ast, S.Granheim 5+6reb+6ast Storm U.: H.Vilde 14+11reb, A.Polishchuk 13+3reb+2ast, V.Gundersen 11+1reb+1ast, G.Ingeborg 11+8reb+1ast, I.Karlsen 5+5reb, S.Ingrid 2+2reb+1ast Bergen - Baerum 25-100 The game in Bergen supposed to be also worth to mention about. Second ranked Baerum (18-5) played at the court of 6th ranked Bergen (4-19). Baerum smashed Bergen 100-25. Baerum held Bergen to an opponent 12.7 percent shooting from the field compared to 53.3 percent accuracy of the winners. Baerum forced 21 Bergen turnovers and outrebounded them 55-17 including a 19-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. They brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. The winners were led by the former international forward Julie McCarthy (190-1993, college: Florida Tech) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 25 points, 20 rebounds and 4 blocks and American swingman Abbey Hoff (183, college: Miami, OH) supported her with 22 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Four Baerum players scored in double figures. Even 4 points and 8 rebounds by guard Kristin Hannestad (175-1997) did not help to save the game for Bergen. Maren Schutz added 8 points for the hosts. Baerum have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 18-5 record having just two points less than leader Ulriken. Bergen lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 19 games lost. Baerum will play against Asker (#3) at home in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Bergen will play against Ullern and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Baerum: J.McCarthy 25+20reb+1ast, A.Hoff 22+13reb+5ast, M.Stone 14+10reb+2ast, T.Malena 10+2reb, G.Camilla 8+3reb+3ast, T.Lea 6+4ast Bergen: E.Harloff 8+1reb, S.Maren 8+3reb+1ast, K.Hannestad 4+8reb+2ast, T.Andersen 3+1reb+1ast, P.Sunniva 2+2reb, B.Christina 0+1reb+1ast Ulriken - Baerum 48-58 The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Ulriken (21-1) in Bergen on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by second ranked Baerum (18-5) 58-48. It ended at the same time the 21-game winning streak of Ulriken. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Worth to mention a great performance of American swingman Abbey Hoff (183, college: Miami, OH) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points and 13 rebounds and the former international forward Julie McCarthy (190-1993, college: Florida Tech) who added 15 points and 16 rebounds during the contest. The former international forward Synne Jacobsen (183-2003) responded with 15 points and 8 rebounds and the former international guard Stine Austgulen (180-1994, college: Colorado St.) scored 13 points and 5 rebounds. Baerum have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 18-5 record having just two points less than leader Ulriken. Ulriken at the other side still keeps top place with one game lost. Baerum are looking forward to face Asker (#3) at home in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Ulriken will play against Ullern and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Baerum: A.Hoff 21+13reb, M.Stone 16+11reb+4ast, J.McCarthy 15+16reb+2ast, H.Tiril 6+1reb, D.Selma 0, T.Lea 0+1ast Ulriken: J.Synne 15+8reb, S.Austgulen 13+5reb+1ast, W.Anna 11+3reb+2ast, M.Hoff Austgulen 6+8reb+1ast, C.Klett 3+5reb+1ast, K.Fjaerestad 0+6reb+1ast Ullern - Storm U. 80-50 Rather predictable result in Oslo where fourth ranked Ullern (11-11) smashed bottom-ranked Storm U. (2-20) 80-50. Ullern forced 23 Storm U. turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Storm U.'s players. The winners were led by the former international center Tori Halvorsen (183-1988, college: American) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds and Italian point guard Micol Torresani (160-1998) supported her with 6 points, 13 assists and 5 steals. Four Ullern players scored in double figures. Ullern's coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 15 points and 6 rebounds by Ingeborg Gruber (-2004) did not help to save the game for Storm U.. Vilde Havnes added 17 points and 6 rebounds for the guests. Ullern have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 11-11 record. Storm U. at the other side stay dead last with 20 lost games. Ullern will play against Bergen (#6) on the road in the next round. Storm U. will play against Midtbyen in Trondheim and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Ullern: T.Halvorsen 16+12reb+3ast, B.Laura 14+5reb+1ast, S.Selma 14+2reb, N.Lily 13+4reb+1ast, M.Torresani 6+2reb+13ast, P.Sophia 6+4reb Storm U.: H.Vilde 17+6reb, G.Ingeborg 15+6reb+2ast, V.Gundersen 10+6reb+1ast, I.Karlsen 6+7reb+4ast, N.Karlsen 2+2reb, K.Andrea 0+3reb+2ast |
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Arka Gdynia - Lublin 67-74 The best player for the winners was American power forward Natasha Mack (193-1997, college: OK State, agency: LBM Management) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds. Her fellow American import guard Sparkle Taylor (178-1995, college: UTEP) chipped in 21 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Swedish swingman Nathalie Fontaine (188-1993, college: Ball St.) who recorded 23 points and American guard Haley Gorecki (183-1996, college: Duke) added 12 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists respectively. Arka Gdynia's coach Jelena Skerovic rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Lublin: N.Mack 22+10reb+2ast, S.Taylor 21+5reb+2ast, K.Zec 11+2reb+1ast, O.Trzeciak 8+5reb+1ast, A.Stanacev 5+1reb+9ast, T.Yurkevicius 4+6reb Arka Gdynia: N.Fontaine 23+3reb+2ast, H.Gorecki 12+7reb+6ast, K.Higgins 10+2reb, B.Kamila 8+9reb, J.Niemojewska 4+2ast, M.Kastanek 4+1reb+1ast Polonia W-wa - Polkowice 48-86 Polkowice forced 20 Polonia W-wa turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Polonia W-wa's players. It was a great evening for American point guard Erica Wheeler (170-1991, college: Rutgers) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 12 points, 6 rebounds, 13 assists and 4 steals. Greek forward Artemis Spanou (187-1993, college: RMU) helped adding 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Polkowice players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was guard Anna Pawlowska (170-1996) with 13 points and 5 rebounds and center Martyna Leszczynska (190-2000) scored 11 points and 7 rebounds. Top scorers: Polkowice: L.Banaszak 19+4reb+1ast, A.Spanou 15+5reb+4ast, E.Wheeler 12+6reb+13ast, B.Puter 11+4reb+4ast, W.Telenga 10+8reb+1ast, K.Gertchen 8+1reb+2ast Polonia W-wa: A.Pawlowska 13+5reb+3ast, M.Leszczynska 11+7reb+2ast, A.Keys 8+6reb+5ast, W.Stepien 8+1ast, S.Siemienas 5+8reb+1ast, S.Marta 3+1ast Wroclaw - Gorzow Wlkp. 61-96 Gorzow Wlkp. outrebounded Wroclaw 39-27 including a 31-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists. It was a good game for American point guard Lindsay Allen (173-1995, college: Notre Dame) who led her team to a victory with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. French guard Zoe Wadoux (178-2001, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) contributed with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. Five Gorzow Wlkp. players scored in double figures. Gorzow Wlkp.'s coach Dariusz Maciejewski felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward Stephanie Jones (188-1998, college: Maryland) answered with 26 points and the former international guard Julia Drop (174-1995) added 10 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists in the effort for Wroclaw. Top scorers: Gorzow Wlkp.: L.Allen 21+6reb+7ast, Z.Wadoux 19+5reb+9ast, C.Horvat 16+5reb+1ast, A.Smith 14+10reb+6ast, T.Senyurek 14+4reb+3ast, W.Keller 7+5reb Wroclaw: S.Jones 26+4reb+1ast, A.Jakubiuk 10+6reb+2ast, J.Drop 10+6reb+10ast, K.Stefanczyk 6+4reb+3ast, N.Kurach 4+3reb+1ast, M.Aleksandra 3+2ast Sosnowiec - Poznan 73-68 Sosnowiec outrebounded Poznan 52-28 including a 16-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for American guard Jessica January (170-1995, college: DePaul) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. Ghanian-American forward Batabe Zempare (191-1994, college: CSUB, agency: LBM Management) helped adding 19 points and 20 rebounds. Four Sosnowiec players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Alecia Sutton (173-1998, college: Texas) with 16 points and 7 assists and international Agnieszka Skobel (180-1989) scored 16 points and 8 rebounds. Top scorers: Sosnowiec: J.January 28+14reb+4ast, B.Zempare 19+20reb+2ast, Q.Urbaniak-Dornstauder 14+10reb+2ast, M.Mistinova-Prazenicova 12+4reb+3ast, W.Sylwia 0, L.Grzenkowicz 0 Poznan: A.Sutton 16+4reb+7ast, A.Skobel 16+8reb+2ast, M.Dodson 15+5reb+1ast, J.Popovic 8+1reb+1ast, M.Pokk 6+3reb+4ast, P.Weronika 4+1reb |
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| Liga Nationala Round 23: Sf.Gheorghe defeat Arad in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. An interesting game for Sf.Gheorghe (20-0) which hosted in Sfantu Gheorghe second-ranked Arad (16-4). Leader Sf.Gheorghe had an easy win 98-68. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Arad. The hosts trailed by 2 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 8-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 98-68. Sf.Gheorghe outrebounded Arad 43-30 including a 30-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American center Khadijiah Cave (190-1995, college: Baylor) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Bulgarian forward Borislava Hristova (182-1996, college: WSU) contributed with 27 points and 4 assists for the winners. Serbian guard Brankica Hadzovic (175-1981) answered with 17 points and 9 assists for Arad. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Undefeated Sf.Gheorghe have an impressive series of twenty victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 20-0 record. Arad at the other side keeps the second position with four games lost. They share it with Constanta. An interesting game for Constanta (16-4) which played road game in Bucuresti against 4th placed Rapid (12-8). Third ranked Constanta had an easy win 95-69. It was a great evening for American forward Keyona Hayes (187-1994, college: Miami, FL) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 18 rebounds. Tereza Vitulova helped adding 18 points and 5 rebounds. Constanta's coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American center Rodjanae Wade (188-1998, college: UNLV) responded with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Constanta. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Arad. Rapid at the other side keeps the fourth position with eight games lost. They share it with Brasov. Worth to mention about the upset in a game between Targu Secuiesc (9-11) and Alexandria (5-15), which took place in Alexandria. Higher ranked Targu Secuiesc lost to tenth ranked Alexandria in a road game 65-81 on Saturday. It was an exceptional evening for Anna-Mariya Kolyandrova who led the winners and scored 26 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Alexandria's coach used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Milica Mitrovic came up with 18 points and 4 assists for Targu Secuiesc in the defeat. Alexandria moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Targu Mures. Loser Targu Secuiesc keeps the sixth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Cluj Napoca. There were no big surprises in other games of round 23: Alexandria was beaten by Brasov on the road 62-49. Cluj Napoca destroyed Targoviste on its own court 69-41. Brasov managed to outperform Agronomia in a road game 71-58. The most impressive performance of 23th round was 14 points and 15 rebounds by Anisha George of Brasov.
Brasov - Alexandria 62-49 No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Brasov (12-8) beat at home 10th ranked Alexandria (5-15) 62-49 on Wednesday. The game was mostly controlled by Brasov. Alexandria managed to win fourth quarter 17-12. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. It was an exceptional evening for U.S. Virgin Islands center Anisha George (188-1998, college: N.Texas) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 15 rebounds. Serbian Biljana Pesovic (180-1983) accounted for 16 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. American center Sara Hamson (201, college: BYU, agency: LBM Management) came up with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 13 rebounds and 5 blocks and Bulgarian center Aleksandra Krasimirova-Petrova (187-1997, agency: BIG) added 12 points and 10 rebounds respectively for Alexandria in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Brasov moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Rapid. Loser Alexandria dropped to the eighth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Targu Mures. Top scorers: Alexandria: M.Mihaela 13+4reb+2ast, A.Krasimirova-Petrova 12+10reb+1ast, S.Hamson 10+13reb, A.Kolyandrova 6+7reb+2ast, L.Raluca 4+2reb, C.Catalina 2+3reb Brasov: B.Pesovic 16+6reb+2ast, A.George 14+15reb+1ast, B.Voica 9+3reb, B.Nan 8+7reb+3ast, K.Armanu 7+5reb+2ast, P.Delora 5+5reb Sf.Gheorghe - Arad 98-68 An interesting game for Sf.Gheorghe (20-0) which hosted in Sfantu Gheorghe second-ranked Arad (16-4). Leader Sf.Gheorghe had an easy win 98-68. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Arad. The hosts trailed by 2 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 8-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 98-68. Sf.Gheorghe outrebounded Arad 43-30 including a 30-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American center Khadijiah Cave (190-1995, college: Baylor) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Bulgarian forward Borislava Hristova (182-1996, college: WSU) contributed with 27 points and 4 assists for the winners. Serbian guard Brankica Hadzovic (175-1981) answered with 17 points and 9 assists and American forward Trinity Baptiste (183-1998, college: Arizona) added 18 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Arad. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sf.Gheorghe have an impressive series of twenty victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 20-0 record. Arad at the other side keeps the second position with four games lost. They share it with Constanta. Top scorers: Arad: T.Baptiste 18+10reb, B.Hadzovic 17+3reb+9ast, N.Greene 15+7reb+1ast, M.Pyka 7+2reb+1ast, N.Bogicevic 5+2reb, V.Akathiotou 4+3reb Sf.Gheorghe: B.Hristova 27+4reb+4ast, K.Cave 26+12reb+4ast, I.Ghizila 22+5reb, L.Gereben 9+5reb+2ast, M.Nicoleta 5+1reb, B.Jones 5+6reb+6ast Alexandria - Targu Secuiesc 81-65 Worth to mention about the upset in a game between Targu Secuiesc (9-11) and Alexandria (5-15), which took place in Alexandria. Higher ranked Targu Secuiesc lost to tenth ranked Alexandria in a road game 65-81 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Alexandria. Targu Secuiesc managed to win third quarter 18-16. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Targu Secuiesc to just 6 points in first quarter. Alexandria forced 19 Targu Secuiesc turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Bulgarian forward Anna-Mariya Kolyandrova (165-1997) who led the winners and scored 26 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. American center Sara Hamson (201, college: BYU, agency: LBM Management) accounted for 17 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side. Alexandria's coach used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Serbian guard Milica Mitrovic (175-1993, college: Maine) came up with 18 points and 4 assists and Serbian point guard Ines Corda (169-1995) added 14 points respectively for Targu Secuiesc in the defeat. Alexandria moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Targu Mures. Loser Targu Secuiesc keeps the sixth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Cluj Napoca. Top scorers: Targu Secuiesc: M.Mitrovic 18+2reb+4ast, I.Corda 14+2reb+3ast, K.Kriszta 12+2reb, T.Hawks 9+1reb+3ast, B.Boglarka 5+7reb+5ast, B.Wilson 4+9reb+2ast Alexandria: A.Kolyandrova 26+7reb+6ast, S.Hamson 17+7reb+2ast, C.Catalina 13+3reb+1ast, M.Kizzah 11+2reb+2ast, M.Mihaela 8+4reb+6ast, V.Ioana 2 Cluj Napoca - Targoviste 69-41 Very expected game when 11th ranked Targoviste (2-18) was smashed on the road by seventh ranked Cluj Napoca (9-11) 69-41 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Cluj Napoca. Targoviste managed to win fourth quarter 15-10. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Cluj Napoca held Targoviste to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 40.6 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Targoviste 53-31 including a 40-26 advantage in defensive rebounds. Cluj Napoca looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Targoviste's players. It was an exceptional evening for the former international Alexandra Uiuiu (183-1989) who led the winners and scored 22 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. American guard Tanesha Sutton (178-1995, college: Maine) accounted for 12 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side. Cluj Napoca's coach felt very confident using entire bench and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Cristina Badi (178-1993) came up with 5 points and 14 rebounds and the former international guard Ancuta Stoenescu (175-1980) added 8 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Targoviste in the defeat. Cluj Napoca moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Targu Secuiesc. Targoviste lost their fifth game in a row. They stay dead last with 18 lost games. Top scorers: Targoviste: I.Ana 10+2reb+1ast, D.Alexia 9+4reb+2ast, A.Chivu 9+2reb+2ast, A.Stoenescu 8+8reb+2ast, C.Badi 5+14reb+2ast, N.Florina 0 Cluj Napoca: A.Uiuiu 22+7reb+6ast, P.Yvheniia 16+11reb+1ast, T.Sutton 12+12reb+5ast, R.Chis 6+2reb+5ast, P.Roxana 6+3reb, R.Miruna 3+1reb+1ast Agronomia - Brasov 58-71 Rather predictable result when fifth ranked Brasov (12-8) won against 9th ranked Agronomia (4-16) in Bucurest 71-58 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Brasov. Agronomia managed to win second period 16-13. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Brasov forced 19 Agronomia turnovers and outrebounded them 49-30 including a 19-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for U.S. Virgin Islands center Anisha George (188-1998, college: N.Texas) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 25 rebounds. Serbian Biljana Pesovic (180-1983) accounted for 23 points, 6 assists and 4 steals for the winning side. Point guard Mihaela Panait (169-2005) came up with 13 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international forward Anca Sipos (185-1985) added 17 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Agronomia in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Brasov moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Rapid. Loser Agronomia dropped to the tenth position with 16 games lost. Top scorers: Agronomia: A.Sipos 17+5reb+2ast, P.Mihaela 13+7reb+5ast, A.Cortez 12+9reb, M.Maria 4+1reb, C.Cristea 3+1reb+3ast, G.Plavitu 3+1reb Brasov: A.George 30+25reb+2ast, B.Pesovic 23+3reb+6ast, B.Voica 7+2reb+3ast, K.Armanu 5+4reb+5ast, B.Nan 4+9reb+1ast, M.Rios 2+4reb+2ast Rapid - Constanta 69-95 An interesting game for Constanta (16-4) which played road game in Bucuresti against 4th placed Rapid (12-8). Third ranked Constanta had an easy win 95-69. The game without a history. Constanta led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Constanta outrebounded Rapid 48-33 including 18 on the offensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. It was a great evening for American forward Keyona Hayes (187-1994, college: Miami, FL) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 18 rebounds. Czech center Tereza Vitulova (188-1999, college: S.Florida) helped adding 18 points and 5 rebounds. Four Constanta players scored in double figures. Constanta's coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American center Rodjanae Wade (188-1998, college: UNLV) responded with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds and the other American import guard Adrienne Motley (175-1995, college: Miami, FL) scored 7 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Constanta. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Arad. Rapid at the other side keeps the fourth position with eight games lost. They share it with Brasov. Top scorers: Rapid: R.Wade 12+14reb+1ast, G.Irimia 11+4reb+1ast, N.Ghita 11+5reb, C.Popescu 9+1ast, F.Stanici-Diaconu 9+1reb+2ast, J.Kraujunaite 8+2reb+3ast Constanta: K.Hayes 23+18reb+1ast, T.Vitulova 18+5reb, A.Podar 15+4reb+3ast, P.Evelina 13+2reb, C.Paloma 8, R.Tobin 8+5reb+1ast |
| George's double-double lands her Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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24-year old center Anisha George (188-C-1998) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Brasov and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 23. She had a double-double of 30 points and 25 rebounds, while her team beat Agronomia (#10, 4-16) 71-58. Brasov is placed at 4th position in Romanian Liga Nationala. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Brasov will need more victories to improve their 12-8 record. George turned to be Brasov's top player in her first season with the team. University of North Texas graduate has very impressive stats this year. George is in league's top in points (4th best: 18.5ppg), rebounds (3rd best: 11.8rpg) and averages solid 2.4spg and 61.2% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Khadijiah Cave (190-C-1995) of top-ranked Sf.Gheorghe. She is American center in her first season at Sf.Gheorghe. In the last game Cave recorded impressive double-double of 26 points and 12 rebounds. Of course she led Sf.Gheorghe to another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Arad (#3, 16-4) 98-68. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Sf.Gheorghe consolidated its place in the very top position of the standings. She plays for the best team in the league and Sf.Gheorghe managed to win all 20 games keeping a perfect record. Cave is a newcomer at Sf.Gheorghe and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.0ppg (#2). She also registered 9.8 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to forward Keyona Hayes (187-F-1994) of league's second-best Constanta. Hayes scored 23 points and grabbed eighteen rebounds (!!!). She was a key player of Constanta, leading her team to a 95-69 easy win against the lower-ranked Rapid (#5, 12-8). Constanta is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 16-4 record is not that bad... Hayes has a very solid season. In 6 games in Romania she scored 13.0ppg. She also has 9.3rpg and FGP: 55.6%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Alexandra Uiuiu (183-SF-1989) of Cluj Napoca - 22 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Anna-Mariya Kolyandrova (165-F-1997) of Alexandria - 26 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists 6. Biljana Pesovic (180-SG-1983) of Brasov - 23 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists 7. Borislava Hristova (182-F-1996) of Sf.Gheorghe - 27 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Sara Hamson (201-C) of Alexandria - 17 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Tanesha Sutton (178-G-1995) of Cluj Napoca - 12 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Brankica Hadzovic (175-G-1981) of Arad - 17 points, 3 rebounds and 9 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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Semi-Finals: Round 1 Mar. 28: Crvena Zvezda - Vojvodina 021 Mar. 28: Kraljevo - Art Basket |
| Crvena Zvezda and ART advanced to the Cup Final - by Eurobasket News |
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Crvena Zvezda and ART advanced to the Cup Final in Serbia. Crvena Zvezda overcame Kraljevo 64:57. Tina Jakovina (184-F-1992, agency: LBM Management) top-scored for the winners with 18 points, whilst Hall, Snezana Bogicevic (183-SG-1997), Aleksandra Katanic (172-PG-1997) and Snezana Colic (178-G-1992) netted 9 each. Dragana Gobeljic (181-F-1988) replied with 19 points in a loss and Andie Easley (178-G, college: CSUB) had 12. ART overcame Partizan 92:76 in another semifinal. Both teams nailed 17 points each in the opening period, whilst ART took control in the rest of the game. Marija Avlijas (178-SG-2005) stepped up with 19 points and Nina Samardzic as well as Mitrovic had 16 each. Katarina Knezevic (183-F-2005) replied with 21 points in a loss and Marina Davinic (173-SG-2002) had 20. |
| Vuckovic's 30-point game gives her Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
She had the game-high 30 points adding seven rebounds for Art Basket in her team's victory, helping them to outclass Sloga P. (#5, 13-8) with 37-point margin 108-71. Art Basket maintains the 2nd 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 17-5 record. In the team's last game Vuckovic had a remarkable 100.0% 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: 16.1ppg) and averages solid 57.1% FGP and 43.9% from behind 3-point line. Second best performed player last round was Marija Avlijas (178-SG-2005). She is a guard in her first season at Art Basket. In the last game Avlijas recorded impressive 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Of course together with Vuckovic she helped Art Basket with another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Sloga P. (#5, 13-8) 108-71. Art Basket's second position in the standings has not changed. Her team's 17-5 record is not bad at all. Avlijas is a newcomer at Art Basket and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.2ppg (#5). Third place about best performers goes to forward Donasja Scott (180-F-1997) of Spartak S. (#9). Scott scored 19 points and grabbed thirteen rebounds (!!!). She was a key player of Spartak S., leading her team to a 85-60 easy win against slightly higher-ranked Vrbas (#7, 11-11). Scott has a very solid season. In 20 games in Serbia she scored 13.2ppg. She also has 6.6rpg and FGP: 51.1%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Dayzsha Rogan (163-G-1999) of Spartak S. - 24 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Marta Mitrovic (185-F/C-2002) of Art Basket - 12 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Marija Keseljevic (160-PG-2001) of Sloga P. - 19 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Jovana Boricic (179-SF-2003) of Partizan - 20 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Nadezda Nedeljkov (171-SG-2001) of Crvena Zvezda - 19 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Nevena Naumcev (173-G-1999) of Crvena Zvezda - 12 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists 10. Aleksandra Katanic (172-PG-1997) of Crvena Zvezda - 8 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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| Recap of Extraliga Round 2 of Quarter-Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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CBK Kosice - Slavia BB 44-119 Slavia BB dominated down low during the game scoring 88 of its points in the paint compared to CBK Kosice's 24. Slavia BB forced 41 CBK Kosice turnovers and outrebounded them 59-28 including a 29-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by CBK Kosice's players. The best player for the winners was American power forward Ruth Sherrill (188-1994, college: Temple) who scored 25 points and 7 rebounds. The former international power forward Zofia Hruscakova (190-1995) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds. Four Slavia BB players scored in double figures. Center Natalia Tomajkova (188-2005) produced 6 points and 8 rebounds and Lucia Kasperanova (175-1998) added 10 points respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Slavia BB: R.Sherrill 25+7reb+1ast, K.Dominika 18+3reb+2ast, L.Pulliam 17+5reb+4ast, Z.Hruscakova 17+14reb+1ast, L.Striesova 16+8reb+5ast, N.Ceejay 8+3reb+7ast CBK Kosice: L.Kasperanova 10+2reb+2ast, M.Lukacikova 9+2reb, T.Natalia 6+8reb, M.Laura 5+1reb+1ast, S.Barbara 4+1reb, D.Nina 4+3reb Poprad - Ruzomberok 46-67 The former international center Sona Svetlikova (184-1999) orchestrated the victory by scoring 17 points and 7 rebounds. International Alexandra Buknova (177-1999) contributed with 11 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Emma Kmetoniova (179-2003) replied with 8 points and 9 rebounds and guard Jana Lysova (169-2001) added 11 points in the effort for Poprad. Poprad's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Top scorers: Ruzomberok: S.Svetlikova 17+7reb+1ast, M.Dovcikova 12+3reb, B.Alexandra 11+6reb+3ast, S.Maria 9+7reb, U.Dominika 8+3reb+2ast, M.Stefania 5+1ast Poprad: L.Jana 11+3reb, K.Emma 8+9reb+2ast, M.Tetemondova 7+2reb, B.Katarina 7, D.Drobna 5+2reb, V.Andrea 4+6reb+2ast BB UMB - Piestanske C. 35-100 Piestanske C. dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to BB UMB's 24. Piestanske C. forced 31 BB UMB turnovers. They shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 54.2 percentage. Piestanske C. looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by BB UMB's players. American forward KeShunan James (184-1994, college: Murray St.) scored 17 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Terezia Kraislova (174-2003) chipped in 10 points and 7 assists during the contest. Four Piestanske C. players scored in double figures. Piestanske C.'s coach Peter Jankovic felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Klaudia Haberova (174-1999) responded with 10 points and 8 rebounds and the former international center Eva Durjakova (188-1987) scored 12 points. Top scorers: Piestanske C.: K.James 17+7reb+1ast, N.Martiskova 16+2ast, C.Alexandra 12+3reb, A.Mandic 10+3reb+2ast, K.Terezia 10+3reb+7ast, G.Andelova 10+2reb+4ast BB UMB: E.Durjakova 12+4reb+1ast, K.Haberova 10+8reb+2ast, K.Anna 6+7reb+3ast, L.Alexandra 3, K.Piperkova 2+5reb+2ast, S.Tereza 2+3reb Young Angels - Samorin 86-59 Young Angels dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Samorin's 24. Young Angels forced 26 Samorin turnovers. American forward Deijah Blanks (178, college: St.Edward's) scored 21 points and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and center Diana Mikovcakova (185-2000) chipped in 13 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Simona Marcova (182-1994) responded with 13 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international guard Timea Sujova (172-1984) scored 16 points and 8 assists. Top scorers: Young Angels: D.Blanks 21+4ast, M.Diana 13+9reb+1ast, K.Vanda 10+10reb+1ast, D.Emma 9+1reb+2ast, S.Katarina 9+1reb, E.Rodakova 8+1reb+2ast Samorin: T.Sujova 16+3reb+8ast, L.Luttmerdingova 13+2reb, S.Marcova 13+9reb+5ast, Z.Vargova 8+7reb+1ast, S.Tilda 5, T.Babikova 4+3reb+1ast |
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| LF Challenge Round 27: Zamarat defeat Melilla 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 LBM Management. Fourteenth-ranked Melilla (8-17) gave a tough game to second ranked Zamarat (20-6) in Zamora on Saturday. Zamarat managed to secure only three-point victory 74-71. However their fans expected much easier game. Zamarat forced 21 Melilla turnovers. It was a great evening for American-Nigerian center Nneka Ezeigbo (188-1998, college: RMU) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds. point guard Isabel Latorre (170-1996) helped adding 17 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. The best for the losing side was Danish Sofie Preetzmann (182-1995) with 16 points and 8 rebounds. Melilla's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Zamarat have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain second place with 20-6 record having five points less than leader Ferrol. Newly promoted Melilla keeps the fourteenth position with 17 games lost. Zamarat are looking forward to face Lima-Horta (#11) in Barcelona in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Melilla will play at home against Real Canoe and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win. Important game to mention about took place in Caceres. Sixth ranked Al-Qazeres (14-12) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 8th ranked Ardoi (13-14) 54-51 on Wednesday evening. It was an exceptional evening for center Sara Zaragoza (195-1996, college: Portland) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 13 rebounds. Kate Andersen accounted for 11 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Argentinian center Diana Cabrera (186-1993) came up with 10 points and 9 rebounds for Ardoi in the defeat. Ardoi's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Al-Qazeres maintains sixth place with 14-12 record. Ardoi lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 14 games lost. Al-Qazeres will play against higher ranked Joventut (#4) in Badalona in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Ardoi will play at home against Azkoitia (#13) and hopes to get back on the winning track. LF Challenge top team - Ferrol (24-3) had no problems winning another game on Friday. This time they beat eighth ranked Ardoi (13-14) 83-66. The best player for the winners was Marta Gomez who scored 18 points and 7 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Anna Prim who recorded 12 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ferrol have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 24-3 record. Ardoi lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 14 games lost. Ferrol will meet at home Real Canoe (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ardoi will play against Azkoitia and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 27: Adareva lost to Real Canoe on the opponent's court 59-65. Estepona managed to outperform Celta Zorka in a home game 76-74. Bottom-ranked Cordoba was rolled over Joventut on the road 85-48. Picken Claret was defeated by Al-Qazeres on its own court 51-57. Paterna was smashed by Alcobendas in a road game 85-54. Azkoitia won against Lima-Horta at home 86-77. Picken Claret was outscored by Joventut on the opponent's court 69-45.
Real Canoe - Adareva 65-59 Rather expected game in Madrid where 12th ranked Adareva (9-16) was defeated by ninth ranked Real Canoe (12-14) 65-59 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was center Irene Baeza (189-1993) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds. Lucia Rodriguez (188-1999) chipped in 20 points and 5 rebounds. Four Real Canoe players scored in double figures. Real Canoe's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Julie Dacosta (-1999, agency: The French Family Consulting) who recorded 10 points and 9 rebounds and Mali Maimouna Haidara (181-2004) added 9 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Real Canoe maintains ninth place with 12-14 record. Newly promoted Adareva keeps the twelfth position with 16 games lost. They share it with Azkoitia. Real Canoe will meet Melilla (#14) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Adareva will play against Celta Zorka in Vigo and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Real Canoe: L.Rodriguez 20+5reb+1ast, B.Irene 12+12reb+2ast, M.Silva 11+4reb+3ast, M.Roldan 10+3reb+5ast, G.Claudia 9+4reb, M.Marta 2+1reb+1ast Adareva: S.Basaez 14+1reb+2ast, D.Julie 10+9reb+1ast, H.Maimouna 9+6reb+2ast, A.Pena 9+1reb+1ast, L.Maria 7+2reb+4ast, F.Fofana 6+9reb Estepona - Celta Zorka 76-74 There was a surprise result when tenth ranked Estepona (12-15) edged at home 4th placed Celta Zorka (17-7) 76-74 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was Montenegrin center Ana Pocek (190-1993) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points, 13 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. American point guard Tiffany Brown (168-1986, college: Georgia South) chipped in 12 points and 8 assists. Four Estepona players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Nigerian center Murjanatu Musa (187-2000) who recorded a double-double by scoring 16 points and 14 rebounds and American guard Doniyah Cliney (182-1996, college: S.Carolina) added 17 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Estepona maintains tenth place with 12-15 record. Celta Zorka at the other side dropped to the fifth position with seven games lost. Estepona will meet bottom-ranked Cordoba (#16) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Celta Zorka will play against Azkoitia (#13) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Estepona: A.Pocek 25+13reb+4ast, S.Carla 15+6reb, W.Rolle 13+9reb, T.Brown 12+2reb+8ast, V.Matoso 5+4reb+2ast, C.Lucia 3+1reb Celta Zorka: R.Aguilar 22+2reb+2ast, D.Cliney 17+9reb+3ast, M.Murjanatu 16+14reb, G.Elba 7+1ast, S.Alejandra 6+2reb, A.Senosiain 2+2reb+1ast Joventut - Cordoba 85-48 Not a big story in a game in Badalona where 16th ranked Cordoba (3-24) was rolled over by fifth ranked Joventut (18-8) 85-48 on Sunday. Joventut dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Cordoba's 24. They outrebounded Cordoba 50-19 including a 37-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was American forward Alexus Johnson (188-1994, college: Texas Southern) who scored 14 points and 7 rebounds. Forward Gala Mestres (185-1994, college: Mount Royal) chipped in 15 points and 4 steals. Joventut's coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Ana Picos who recorded 17 points and 5 rebounds and guard Carlota Menendez (165-2002) added 8 points and 5 assists respectively. Joventut moved-up to fourth place. Cordoba lost seventh consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay dead last with 24 lost games. Joventut will meet Al-Qazeres (#6) in the next round. Cordoba will play against Estepona (#10) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Joventut: G.Mestres 15+4reb+2ast, A.Johnson 14+7reb+2ast, D.Toussaint 11+6reb, A.Parzenska 9+2reb, L.Piera 9+2reb+3ast, T.Mariona 7+4reb+2ast Cordoba: P.Ana 17+5reb, M.Carlota 8+3reb+5ast, d.Sousa Marcy 6+1reb+1ast, B.Laura 5+3reb, U.Cristina 5+4reb+1ast, S.Varga 4+2reb Picken Claret - Al-Qazeres 51-57 Everything went according to plan in Valencia where sixth ranked Al-Qazeres (14-12) beat 15th ranked Picken Claret (8-19) 57-51 on Saturday. Al-Qazeres dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to Picken Claret's 22. Al-Qazeres forced 19 Picken Claret turnovers. The best player for the winners was center Sara Zaragoza (195-1996, college: Portland) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds. American guard Kate Andersen (175-1997, college: Portland) chipped in 15 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Argentinian power forward Celia Fiorotto (186-1992) who recorded 5 points and 12 rebounds and Canadian-Polish center Zayn Urbaniak-Dornstauder (190-1997, college: SDSU) added 11 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Picken Claret's coach let to play eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Al-Qazeres maintains sixth place with 14-12 record. Newly promoted Picken Claret keeps the fifteenth position with 19 games lost. Al-Qazeres will meet at home higher ranked Joventut (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Picken Claret will play against Paterna (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Al-Qazeres: K.Andersen 15+5reb+5ast, S.Zaragoza 14+13reb+1ast, C.Gedna 12+6reb, F.Lucia 7+3reb, C.Primm 5+9reb+1ast, M.Stephanie 4+1reb Picken Claret: Z.Urbaniak-Dornstauder 11+6reb, B.Marina 10+6reb+1ast, V.Cristina 8+4reb+3ast, A.Sofia 5, P.Dits 5+1reb, P.Garcia 5+3reb Alcobendas - Paterna 85-54 There was no surprise when 7th ranked Paterna (13-13) was outplayed on the road by third ranked Alcobendas (19-8) 85-54 on Saturday. Alcobendas forced 26 Paterna turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Paterna's players. The best player for the winners was Mali forward Aminata Sangare (186-2002) who scored 19 points and 7 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Guard Lucia Gutierrez (173-1999) chipped in 9 points and 8 assists. Alcobendas' coach Julian Sanchez felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was power forward Iciar German (185-1986) who recorded 12 points and 6 rebounds and Polish center Emily Kalenik (193-2004) added 11 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Alcobendas have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. They maintain third place with 19-8 record having five points less than leader Ferrol. Paterna lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with 13 games lost. Alcobendas will meet Melilla (#14) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Paterna will play against Picken Claret (#15) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Alcobendas: A.Sangare 19+7reb+3ast, S.Ines 12+4ast, M.Aranda 9+1reb+2ast, L.Gutierrez 9+3reb+8ast, C.Rodriguez 8+2reb+3ast, M.Lopez 7+1reb Paterna: I.German 12+6reb+3ast, D.Noa 12+6reb, K.Emily 11+8reb+1ast, N.Lucia 5+5reb+1ast, V.Saez 5+3ast, P.Ines 4+1reb+2ast Zamarat - Melilla 74-71 Fourteenth-ranked Melilla (8-17) gave a tough game to second ranked Zamarat (20-6) in Zamora on Saturday. Zamarat managed to secure only three-point victory 74-71. However their fans expected much easier game. Zamarat forced 21 Melilla turnovers. It was a great evening for American-Nigerian center Nneka Ezeigbo (188-1998, college: RMU) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds. Point guard Isabel Latorre (170-1996) helped adding 17 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. The best for the losing side was Danish Sofie Preetzmann (182-1995) with 16 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Laura Fernandez (169-1989) scored 20 points. Melilla's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Zamarat have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain second place with 20-6 record having five points less than leader Ferrol. Newly promoted Melilla keeps the fourteenth position with 17 games lost. Zamarat are looking forward to face Lima-Horta (#11) in Barcelona in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Melilla will play at home against Real Canoe and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win. Top scorers: Zamarat: I.Latorre 17+5reb+5ast, N.Ezeigbo 14+13reb+2ast, I.Lahuerta 9+3ast, S.Castro 7+3reb, O.Santana 7+5reb+1ast, A.Knezevic 6+4reb+1ast Melilla: L.Fernandez 20+2reb+2ast, S.Preetzmann 16+8reb+1ast, P.Benet 11+7reb+5ast, M.Torreblanca 9+2reb+2ast, L.Rodrigues 7+4reb+1ast, M.Teresa 6+4reb Azkoitia - Lima-Horta 86-77 There was a small surprise when fourteenth ranked Azkoitia (9-16) won against at home 11th ranked Lima-Horta (10-17) 86-77 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was forward Sara Iparragirre (173-1998) who scored 22 points (perfect behind the arc making all five shots). Guard Juana Molina-Prados (174-1991) chipped in 15 points. Azkoitia's coach Joseba Lizarralde 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 guard Eliana Soriano (175-1989) who recorded 23 points and 5 rebounds and guard Marina Valles (173-1998, college: NW Nazarene) added 16 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Azkoitia moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Adareva. Lima-Horta lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 17 games lost. Azkoitia will meet higher ranked Celta Zorka (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Lima-Horta will play against the league's second-placed Zamarat (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Azkoitia: S.Iparragirre 22+4reb+3ast, J.Molina-Prados 15+3reb+1ast, F.Emilia 12+6reb, A.Jone 11+4reb, J.Filipe 10+2reb, I.Lizarazu 8+4reb+2ast Lima-Horta: E.Soriano 23+5reb+1ast, M.Valles 16+5reb+2ast, P.Tutusaus 12+2reb+1ast, L.Agustina 10+4reb+1ast, S.Cristina 6+3reb+1ast, L.Pauline 6 Ferrol - Ardoi 83-66 LF Challenge top team - Ferrol (24-3) had no problems winning another game on Friday. This time they beat eighth ranked Ardoi (13-14) 83-66. Ferrol forced 22 Ardoi turnovers. The best player for the winners was forward Marta Gomez (184-1997, college: Wyoming) who scored 18 points and 7 rebounds. Argentinian center Julieta Mungo (181-1997) chipped in 11 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Ferrol players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Anna Prim (168-2003, college: Colorado St.) who recorded 12 points and 5 rebounds and Sabela Garcia added 14 points and 5 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ferrol have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 24-3 record. Ardoi lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 14 games lost. Ferrol will meet at home Real Canoe (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ardoi will play against Azkoitia and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Ferrol: M.Gomez 18+7reb+1ast, M.Angela 13+1reb+2ast, J.Allen 12+3reb, J.Mungo 11+7reb+4ast, J.Fequiere 10+2reb+1ast, M.Kalin 8+2reb+3ast Ardoi: G.Sabela 14+5reb, F.Pouye 13+3reb, A.Prim 12+5reb+2ast, D.Cabrera 6+9reb+3ast, C.Calvelo 5+4reb, M.Blanco 4+2reb Round 22Joventut - Picken Claret 69-45Very expected game in Badalona where 15th ranked Picken Claret (8-19) was crushed by fifth ranked Joventut (18-8) 69-45 on Wednesday. Joventut forced 21 Picken Claret turnovers. The best player for the winners was American forward Alexus Johnson (188-1994, college: Texas Southern) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 13 rebounds. American-Dominican guard Dominique Toussaint (175-1998, college: Virginia) chipped in 13 points and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Cristina Villamor (-2001) who recorded 10 points and Marina Bleda added 12 points and 5 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. Joventut moved-up to fourth place. Newly promoted Picken Claret keeps the fifteenth position with 19 games lost. Joventut will meet Al-Qazeres (#6) in the next round. Picken Claret will play against Paterna (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Joventut: A.Johnson 21+13reb, D.Toussaint 13+1reb+4ast, G.Mestres 10+6reb+2ast, A.Parzenska 6+3ast, M.Davydova 6+6reb+2ast, L.Roig 4+4reb+2ast Picken Claret: B.Marina 12+5reb, V.Cristina 10+4reb+3ast, P.Dits 6+4reb+1ast, C.Fiorotto 6+7reb+2ast, Z.Urbaniak-Dornstauder 4+6reb+1ast, E.Iranzo 3+2reb Al-Qazeres - Ardoi 54-51 Important game to mention about took place in Caceres. Sixth ranked Al-Qazeres (14-12) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 8th ranked Ardoi (13-14) 54-51 on Wednesday evening. They outrebounded Ardoi 41-29 including 28 on the defensive glass. It was an exceptional evening for center Sara Zaragoza (195-1996, college: Portland) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 13 rebounds. American guard Kate Andersen (175-1997, college: Portland) accounted for 11 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. Four Al-Qazeres players scored in double figures. Argentinian center Diana Cabrera (186-1993) came up with 10 points and 9 rebounds and guard Zoe Hernandez (177-2001) added 7 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Ardoi in the defeat. Ardoi's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Al-Qazeres maintains sixth place with 14-12 record. Ardoi lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 14 games lost. Al-Qazeres will play against higher ranked Joventut (#4) in Badalona in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Ardoi will play at home against Azkoitia (#13) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Al-Qazeres: C.Gedna 12+7reb, M.Stephanie 11+1reb+1ast, K.Andersen 11+7reb+4ast, S.Zaragoza 10+13reb, S.Hisado 4+5reb+1ast, C.Garcia-Panuero 4+6reb+2ast Ardoi: I.Arregui 10+1ast, D.Cabrera 10+9reb+1ast, Z.Hernandez 7+5reb+3ast, F.Pouye 7+3reb, A.Prim 7+3reb, M.Paula 4+1ast |
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| Zheng's double-double lands her Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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29-year old Yi-Xiu Zheng (178-SF-1993) had a great game in the last round for league's best team Cathay Life and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 9. She had a double-double of 15 points and 16 rebounds, while her team beat Taiyuan T. (7-2) 76-64. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Cathay Life to take over top position in the Taiwanese WSBL. They would have been even better if they did not have these two lost games earlier in Regular Season. Cathay Life has a very solid 7-2 record, but they cannot be too comfortable about keeping top position. In the team's last game Zheng had a remarkable 70.0% from 2-point range. She has many years of experience at Cathay Life, through which she has constantly improved. Zheng has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in points (4th best: 12.8ppg), rebounds (2nd best: 9.9rpg) and averages solid 1.1bpg and 60.9% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Ling-Chuan Huang (175-F-1994). She is international forward in her 4th season at Cathay Life. In the last game Huang recorded impressive 29 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course Cathay Life cruised to a 76-64 relatively comfortable win over Taiyuan T. (7-2). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Taiyuan T. managed to tie with Cathay Life at the very top position in the standings. Her team has currently 7-2 record. Huang is one of the most experienced players at Cathay Life and similarly like Yi-Xiu Zheng has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 12.2ppg (#2). Third place about best performers goes to another Cathay Life's star - forward Ya-En Han (180-F-1995). Han showcased her all-around game by recording 10 points, eight rebounds and six assists in the last round. She was another key player of Cathay Life, helping her team with a 76-64 win against #2 ranked Taiyuan T.. Cathay Life confirms their top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 7 victories and 2 lost games. Han has a great season in Taiwan. After only 9 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 5.0rpg (7th best) and assists with 4.0apg (3rd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Hsiang-Ting Huang (180-F/C-1993) of Chunghua T. - 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Ying-Li Huang (170-G-1989) of Taiyuan T. - 17 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Yushu Lin (168-G/F-1996) of Chunghua T. - 14 points and 2 rebounds 7. Tieh Lin (182-C-1999) of Taiyuan T. - 12 points and 7 rebounds 8. Hsiao-Tong Peng (168-G-1998) of Taiyuan T. - 9 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Jia-Wei Liu (175-F-1988) of Chunghua T. - 9 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Xi-Ye Liu (173-F-1991) of Taipower - 14 points, 2 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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| WSBL Round 10: Chunghwa Telecom lose to Cathay Life in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in WSBL. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. Very significant was Cathay Life's (#1, 8-2) victory against 3rd ranked Chunghwa Telecom (3-7) 84-73. Cathay Life looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The former international swingman Yu-Ting Lin (179-1994) had a double-double by scoring 27 points, 10 assists and 5 steals to lead the charge for the winners and the former international Yi-Xiu Zheng (178-1993) chipped in 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side the former international power forward Hsiang-Ting Huang (180-1993) responded with 19 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Cathay Life have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 8-2 record, which they share with Taiyuan T. Chunghwa Telecom at the other side keeps the third place with seven games lost. Cathay Life is looking forward to face bottom-ranked Taipower (#4) in the next round. Chunghwa Telecom will play against the league's second-placed Taiyuan Textile and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Very significant was Taiyuan Textile's (#2, 8-2) victory against 4th ranked Taipower (1-9) 78-58. The former international center Tieh Lin (182-1999) notched a double-double by scoring 16 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and Ching Cho supported her with 14 points and 4 assists. Even 18 points and 6 rebounds by the former international forward Xi-Ye Liu (173-1991) did not help to save the game for Taipower. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Taiyuan Textile (8-2) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Cathay Life. Taipower lost seventh consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with nine games lost. Taiyuan Textile will play against Chunghwa Telecom (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Taipower will play against the league's leader Cathay Life to get more than just one victory in their record.
Chunghua T. - Cathay Life 73-84 Very significant was Cathay Life's (#1, 8-2) victory against 3rd ranked Chunghwa Telecom (3-7) 84-73. Cathay Life looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The former international swingman Yu-Ting Lin (179-1994) had a double-double by scoring 27 points, 10 assists and 5 steals to lead the charge for the winners and the former international Yi-Xiu Zheng (178-1993) chipped in 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side the former international power forward Hsiang-Ting Huang (180-1993) responded with 19 points and 5 rebounds and the former international guard Szu-Chin Pan (170-1992) scored 13 points and 8 assists. Four Chunghwa Telecom players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Cathay Life have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 8-2 record, which they share with Taiyuan T. Chunghwa Telecom at the other side keeps the third place with seven games lost. Cathay Life is looking forward to face bottom-ranked Taipower (#4) in the next round. Chunghwa Telecom will play against the league's second-placed Taiyuan Textile and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Chunghua T.: H.Huang 19+5reb+3ast, S.Pan 13+1reb+8ast, W.You-Yiwen 13+3reb+1ast, X.Shi-Zan 11+1reb+3ast, L.Yushu 7+2reb+2ast, H.Liu 4+1reb Cathay Life: Y.Lin 27+4reb+10ast, Y.Han 14+5reb+2ast, Y.Zheng 12+9reb+4ast, Y.Hsu 8, L.Huang 6+1reb+1ast, L.Xin-Yu 5+1reb+1ast Taipower - Taiyuan T. 58-78 Very significant was Taiyuan Textile's (#2, 8-2) victory against 4th ranked Taipower (1-9) 78-58. Taiyuan Textile forced 19 Taipower turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. The former international center Tieh Lin (182-1999) notched a double-double by scoring 16 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and the former international forward Ching Cho (172-1997) supported her with 14 points and 4 assists. Even 18 points and 6 rebounds by the former international forward Xi-Ye Liu (173-1991) did not help to save the game for Taipower. The former international point guard Chia-Wen Kuo (169-1993) added 9 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Taiyuan Textile (8-2) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Cathay Life. Taipower lost seventh consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with nine games lost. Taiyuan Textile will play against Chunghwa Telecom (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Taipower will play against the league's leader Cathay Life to get more than just one victory in their record. Top scorers: Taipower: X.Liu 18+6reb+3ast, Y.Li 10+3reb+4ast, C.Kuo 9+6reb+5ast, Y.Zi-Yu 8+3reb+1ast, Y.Su 7+2reb+3ast, C.Hsieh 3+2reb+1ast Taiyuan T.: T.Lin 16+12reb+4ast, C.Cho 14+3reb+4ast, W.Lin 10+2reb, S.Jing-Ru 9+3reb+1ast, H.Peng 6+3reb+9ast, L.Peiyi 6+1reb |
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