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| Adidas Next Generation Tournament round 3 best performance: Jonas Zilinskas - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Power forward Jonas Zilinskas (205-PF-2006) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for ratiopharm, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 3. The 16-year old player had a double-double of 14 points and 13 rebounds, while his team crushed, the league's bottom-ranked team Milano (#4, 0-3) with 17-point margin 84-67. ratiopharm is placed at 3rd position in Adidas Next Generation Tournament Group A. ratiopharm is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 1-2 record. It was one of impressive evenings for Zilinskas as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Jonas Zilinskas has solid league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (5th best: 8.3rpg). The second best player in last round's games was young Slovenian Jan Vide (195-F/G-2005) of league's leader Real Madrid. Vide had a very good evening with 21 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course he led Real Madrid to another comfortable win outscoring ALBA Berlin (2-1) 113-47. A very good start of the season for his team, which won so far all 3 games without any defeat. Vide is well-known at Real Madrid and is a proven leader in his second season with the team. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.7ppg (#6). He also recorded 3.7 assists per game. Third on the list of top players last round was another Real Madrid's star - Russian guard Egor Demin (200-G-2006). Demin scored 27 points and passed six assists. He was another key player of Real Madrid, helping his team with a 113-47 easy win against #2 ranked ALBA Berlin in a game of the week. Real Madrid started extremely well this year. They recorded 3 victories without losing a single game in Group A. Demin 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. Demin has a great season in Adidas Next Generation Tournament. After only 3 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 5.7apg (2nd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Eric Reibe (209-C-2006) of ratiopharm - 21 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Ismaila Diagne (212-C-2006) of Real Madrid - 8 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Jack Kayil (184-G-2006) of ALBA Berlin - 10 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists 7. Justas Stonkus (192-G/F-2005) of Zalgiris - 24 points 8. Aleksas Bieliauskas (206-C-2005) of Zalgiris - 13 points and 13 rebounds 9. Jakub Szumert (205-SF-2005) of NGTM - 14 points and 9 rebounds 10. Marko Rosic (175-PG-2005) of ratiopharm - 16 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Hugo Gonzalez named MVP as Real Madrid takes ANGT Munich crown - by Eurobasket News |
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Hugo Gonzalez (198-G-2006) was named the Most Valuable Player of the Euroleague Basketball Adidas Next Generation Tournament Munich after guiding U18 Real Madrid to first place and a spot at the ANGT Finals. Gonzalez was joined on the All-Tournament Team by Real teammate Jan Vide (195-F/G-2005) as well as Justas Stonkus (192-G/F-2005) from Zalgiris Kaunas, Jack Kayil (184-G-2006) from ALBA Berlin and Panathinaikos Athens forward Alexandros Samontourov (209-SF-2005). Gonzalez scored 22 points and added 3 rebounds and 4 steals in Real's 84-64 victory over Zalgiris in the first-place game. For the tournament, Gonzalez averaged 19.2 points on 58.8% two-point shooting and 62.2% on three-pointers, 3.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 2.0 steals and 1.5 blocks for a PIR of 19.8. He was third in scoring, second in blocks, sixth in index rating and seventh in steals. 2021 ANGT champion Vide contributed 19 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 blocks against Zalgiris and finished the tournament with 17.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.5 steals and 1.0 blocks for an index rating of 21.5. Vide ranked third in PIR, tied for fifth in scoring and blocks and tied for eighth in assists. Stonkos earned his spot on the All-Tournament Team as he tallied 13 points, 2 rebounds and 1 assist in the loss to Real. He averaged 17.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.0 steals and a PIR of 13.2. Stonkus was tied for fifth in scoring and was first in fouls drawn (7.0). Kayil stood out for the fourth-place finisher, ALBA, pouring in 18.5 points to go with 4.8 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 3.8 steals for an index rating of 26.2. The German guard, who also shot 60.9% on two-pointers and 52.9% on three-pointers, ranked fourth in points, second in PIR, tied for fifth in assists and first in steals. Samontourov was the leader of a Panathinaikos team that won two games and finished fifth. The forward collected 22.2 points, 7.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 2.8 steals and 1.5 blocks for a PIR of 27.2. He finished as the tournament's leader in scoring and PIR and was tied for second in steals and blocks and eighth in rebounds. Courtesy of: euroleaguebasketball.net |
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| Ascoli Basket tabs Tomas Lucero, ex Tiro Federal - by Paulo Freire | |
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Ascoli-Basket (Serie C) inked 25-year old Argentinian 181cm point guard Tomas Lucero. Lucero has played for the last five years at Tiro Federal in Argentinian TFB league. In 27 games he averaged 4.4ppg and 1.7rpg in 2020-21 year. He has played also professionally in Instituto. |
| Joao Henrique Jesus (ex Pato) is a newcomer at El Talar - by Paulo Freire | |
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El-Talar-Buenos-Aires (TFB) added to their roster 19-year old Brazilian small forward Joao Henrique Jesus (198cm-2004). He played last summer at Pato in Brazilian LDB U20. In 10 games he recorded 4.5ppg and 2.7rpg. He has played also professionally for other Brazilian teams like Joinville, Sao Jose and Basket Sao Jose/AGFEB. |
| LDD Round 25: Gimnasia CR top Instituto by three after a very close game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 25 in the LDD took place in Comodoro Rivadavia. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of their biggest opponent Instituto (13-3) to third ranked Gimnasia CR (14-5) 62-59 in the game for the second place. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Instituto. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Worth to mention a great performance of Cuban swingman Marcos Chacon (194-2003, agency: Pro Sports) who helped to win the game recording 30 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists (made all of his thirteen free throws !!!). Dominican swingman Angel Reyes (201-2002) contributed with 16 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. point guard Bruno Abratte (174-2004) answered with 17 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for Instituto. Gimnasia CR have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Instituto at the other side dropped to the third position with three games lost. Gimnasia CR are looking forward to face Boca Jrs (#8) in Buenos Aires in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Instituto will play on the road against San Lorenzo (#15) in Almagra and is hoping to win this game. LDD top team - Obera (18-2) added another victory to their record. This time they beat ninth ranked Atenas (9-10) 78-72. Nicolas Quiroga (191-2003) stepped up and scored 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and Francisco Tarnowyk chipped in 14 points and 4 steals. At the losing side point guard Maximiliano Araujo (183-2002) responded with 22 points. The victory was the tenth consecutive win for Obera. They maintain first place with 18-2 record. Atenas at the other side dropped to the tenth position with ten games lost. Obera will play against La Union (#12) in Formosa in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Atenas will have a break next round. Bottom-ranked San Martin is still unable to win any game. This time they lost on the road their 14th consecutive match to seventeenth ranked San Lorenzo (7-12) 55-53 on Friday evening. Lucas Latorre nailed 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. San Lorenzo's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Julian Lorca came up with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 rebounds for San Martin in the defeat. San Lorenzo moved-up to fifteenth place. San Martin lost their fourteenth game in a row. They still close the standings with 14 games lost. San Lorenzo will meet at home higher ranked Instituto (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. San Martin will have a break next round. Other games in round 25 were not that significant. Regatas was smashed by Obras on the road 74-40. Platense lost to Penarol on its own court 17-22. Independ.O. managed to outperform Ferro in Olivia 70-64. Quimsa managed to beat Union at home 65-50. The most impressive performance of 25th round was 15 points and 9 rebounds by Matias Fleury of Union. Obras - Regatas 74-40 There was a surprise result when tenth ranked Obras (10-9) crushed higher ranked Regatas (10-6) in Buenos Aires 74-40 on Saturday. Obras forced 20 Regatas turnovers. Swingman Lautaro Barrios (195-2004) nailed 25 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winning side and point guard Juan Respaud (190-2005) accounted for 13 points and 4 steals. Obras' coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Dominican Rey Abad (210-2002) came up with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds and Venezuelan center Enrique Medina (218-2004) added 8 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Regatas in the defeat. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Obras. They moved-up to ninth place. Loser Regatas dropped to the seventh position with six games lost. Obras will meet at home higher ranked Instituto (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Regatas will play against Platense (#14) in Florida and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Obras: B.Lautaro 25+4reb, R.Juan 13+3reb+2ast, P.Victor 8+4reb+2ast, F.Valentino 8+5reb, I.Felipe 6+2reb+2ast, M.Von Schmeling 6+2reb+1ast Regatas: A.Rey 11+11reb, M.Enrique 8+7reb, G.Fabio 7+2reb+2ast, Y.Valentino 5+1reb, F.Francisco 5+5reb+1ast, M.Santiago 2+2reb Gimnasia - Instituto 62-59 The most exciting game of round 25 in the LDD took place in Comodoro Rivadavia. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of their biggest opponent Instituto (13-3) to third ranked Gimnasia CR (14-5) 62-59 in the game for the second place. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Instituto. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Worth to mention a great performance of Cuban swingman Marcos Chacon (194-2003, agency: Pro Sports) who helped to win the game recording 30 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists (made all of his thirteen free throws !!!). Dominican swingman Angel Reyes (201-2002) contributed with 16 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Point guard Bruno Abratte (174-2004) answered with 17 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and point guard Juan Frontera (178-2002) added 12 points in the effort for Instituto. Gimnasia CR have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Instituto at the other side dropped to the third position with three games lost. Gimnasia CR are looking forward to face Boca Jrs (#8) in Buenos Aires in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Instituto will play on the road against San Lorenzo (#15) in Almagra and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Gimnasia: C.Marcos 30+8reb+4ast, R.Angel 16+8reb+3ast, S.Ramiro 9+5reb+1ast, C.Jose 3+2reb+1ast, P.Francisco 3+2reb+1ast, M.Facundo 1+1ast Instituto: A.Bruno 17+3reb+2ast, F.Juan 12+4reb+3ast, L.Enmanuel 11+4reb, B.Ignacio 6+6reb+1ast, S.Josue 5+1reb, M.Fausto 3+2reb+1ast Platense - Penarol 17-22 Very expected game when 14th ranked Platense (8-12) lost to sixth ranked Penarol (11-6) in Florida 17-22 on Friday. Penarol shot 64.3 percent from the field. Forward Nicolas Chiaraviglio (199-2004) nailed 8 points for the winning side and Franco Vinciguerra (186-2002) accounted for 5 points. Santino Mazzucchelli came up with 8 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and point guard Juan Frigerio (170-2003) added 4 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Platense in the defeat. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Penarol. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Independ.O. Loser Platense keeps the fourteenth position with 12 games lost. Penarol will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Platense will play against Regatas (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Penarol: C.Nicolas 8+4reb, V.Franco 5+3reb+1ast, B.Ignacio 4, B.Federico 2+1ast, Q.Stefano 2, S.Tobias 1+3ast Platense: M.Santino 8+3reb+1ast, G.Mariano 5, F.Juan 4+5reb, M.Luciano 0, S.Ramiro 0+1reb, P.Matias 0+1reb San Lorenzo - San Martin 55-53 Bottom-ranked San Martin is still unable to win any game. This time they lost on the road their 14th consecutive match to seventeenth ranked San Lorenzo (7-12) 55-53 on Friday evening. Guard Lucas Latorre (183-2002) nailed 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and Thiago Roca (-2004) accounted for 11 points and 5 rebounds. San Lorenzo's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Center Julian Lorca (207-2003) came up with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 rebounds and guard Bruno Dal Vecchio (190-2003) added 12 points respectively for San Martin in the defeat. San Lorenzo moved-up to fifteenth place. San Martin lost their fourteenth game in a row. They still close the standings with 14 games lost. San Lorenzo will meet at home higher ranked Instituto (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. San Martin will have a break next round. Top scorers: San Lorenzo: L.Lucas 21+7reb+4ast, R.Thiago 11+5reb+1ast, M.Tobias 8, L.Manuel 4+3reb+2ast, P.Kevin 2+4reb, C.Ian 2+4reb+1ast San Martin: D.Vecchio Bruno 12+2reb, L.Julian 11+12reb, L.Tadeo 10+3reb+1ast, A.Franco 9+3reb+1ast, G.Maximo 6+2reb+1ast, B.Lorenzo 3+3reb Ferro - Independ.O. 64-70 Very predictable result when sixth ranked Independ.O. (11-6) won against 11th ranked Ferro (9-12) in Buenos Aires 70-64 on Saturday. Forward Matias Bernan (196-2001) nailed 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) for the winning side and guard Nicolas Marcucci (190-2002) accounted for 20 points. Alejandro Piccart came up with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds and guard Camilo Rodriguez (187-2006) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Ferro in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Independ.O. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Penarol. Ferro lost their third game in a row. They keep the eleventh position with 12 games lost. They share it with La Union. Independ.O. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Ferro will play again against Independ.O. (#4) in Olivia and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Independ.O.: M.Nicolas 20+2reb+1ast, M.Bernan 16+6reb+4ast, M.Brarda 9, B.Emanuel 6+2reb, R.Jose 5+1reb+1ast, B.Santiago 5+1reb Ferro: P.Alejandro 17+10reb, R.Camilo 13+6reb+2ast, F.Andres 10+2reb+1ast, W.Facundo 6+1reb+1ast, B.Felipe 6+2reb+2ast, R.Felipe 5+2reb+1ast Obera - Atenas 78-72 LDD top team - Obera (18-2) added another victory to their record. This time they beat ninth ranked Atenas (9-10) 78-72. Nicolas Quiroga (191-2003) stepped up and scored 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and guard Francisco Tarnowyk (192-2001) chipped in 14 points and 4 steals. At the losing side point guard Maximiliano Araujo (183-2002) responded with 22 points and Octavio Sarmiento Battistoni scored 11 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the tenth consecutive win for Obera. They maintain first place with 18-2 record. Atenas at the other side dropped to the tenth position with ten games lost. Obera will play against La Union (#12) in Formosa in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Atenas will have a break next round. Top scorers: Obera: Q.Nicolas 19+7reb+4ast, T.Francisco 14+4reb+3ast, H.Caballero 11+3reb+1ast, A.Alejo 10+2reb, C.Estanislao 7+1reb, A.Maximiliano 6+2reb Atenas: A.Maximiliano 22+3reb+1ast, S.Matias 12+4reb, L.Tobias 11, S.Battistoni Octavio 11+7reb+1ast, M.Erick 8+4reb, D.Santiago 4+2reb+1ast Quimsa - Union 65-50 Not a big story in a game when 19th ranked Union (5-14) lost to seventh ranked Quimsa (11-8) in Santiago del Estero 50-65 on Saturday. Swingman Diego Collomb (192-2004) nailed 15 points and 5 assists for the winning side and forward Facundo Folmer (200-2003) accounted for 12 points. Quimsa's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Matias Fleury (-2001) came up with 15 points and 9 rebounds and Lorenzo Micheloni (195-2001) added 6 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Union in the defeat. Quimsa moved-up to sixth place. Union lost their tenth game in a row. They keep the nineteenth position with 14 games lost. Quimsa will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Union will play against Riachuelo LR (#13) in La Rioja and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Quimsa: C.Diego 15+1reb+5ast, F.Facundo 12+4reb, N.Leonel 9+4reb, C.Facundo 7+1reb, A.Romeo 6+2reb+5ast, B.Raymon 6+8reb Union: F.Matias 15+9reb+2ast, C.Matias 10+5reb, P.Lucas 7+6reb+1ast, P.Joel 6+2reb+2ast, M.Lorenzo 6+9reb+2ast, L.Victorio 2+4reb |
| La Liga Argentina Round 27: Racing is defeated by Zarate Basket - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Racing (15-4) on the court of third ranked Zarate Basket on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Zarate Basket 81-65. They made 20-of-22 free shots (90.9 percent) during the game. 26 personal fouls committed by Racing helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a great evening for point guard Lucas Andujar (185-1996) who led his team to a victory scoring 13 points, 5 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Agustin Brocal (191-1997) helped adding 21 points (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!). The best for the losing side was power forward Jose Peralta (202-1995) with 12 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Zarate Basket have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain third place with 13-6 record having eight points less than leader Racing. Racing at the other side still keeps top position with four games lost. Zarate Basket will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Racing will play at home against Del Progreso and is hoping to win this game. La Liga Argentina top team - San Isidro (19-2) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat thirteenth ranked Rivadavia (6-13) in San Francisco 98-84. It was a quality performance for swingman Santiago Assum (194-1998) who led the winners and scored 27 points. Jose Montero accounted for 16 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists. Power forward Tobias Cravero (197-1999) came up with 7 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for Rivadavia in the defeat. San Isidro have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 19-2 record. Rivadavia lost ninth consecutive game. They dropped to the fourteenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with GELP and Salta Basket. San Isidro will play against Dep Norte (#6) in Armstrong in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Rivadavia will play at home against Echague (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Seventeenth-ranked Sarmiento R. (2-16) gave a tough game to seventh ranked Colon SF (10-9) in Santa Fe on Saturday. Colon SF managed to secure only two-point victory 85-83. However their fans expected much easier game. The best player for the winners was Dwayne Russell who scored 26 points and 6 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). At the other side the best for losing team was Alejo Traverso who recorded 18 points and 5 assists. Sarmiento R.'s coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Colon SF moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Dep Norte. Sarmiento R. lost their eighth game in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the seventeenth position with 16 games lost. Colon SF will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Sarmiento R. will play against Libertad (#11) in Sunchales and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 27: Pilar was destroyed by Villa Mitre on the opponent's court 105-82. Pergamino managed to outperform Del Progreso in a home game 72-67. Parque Sur recorded a loss to GELP on the road 98-81. Montmartre was defeated by Ameghino on its own court 76-90. Rocamora beat Estudiantes C. in a road game 64-61. Lanus won against Parque Sur at home 87-80. Del Progreso was outscored by Ciclista on the opponent's court 88-61. The most impressive stats of the last round was 20 points and 5 steals by Manuel Lambrisca of Ciclista. Villa Mitre - Pilar 105-82 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 14th ranked Pilar's (6-12) road loss to thirteenth ranked Villa Mitre (7-9) 82-105 on Friday. Villa Mitre forced 19 Pilar turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Pilar's players. The best player for the winners was point guard Jano Martinez (180-2003) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points, 12 assists and 5 steals. Federico Harina (186-1991) chipped in 21 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Pablo Bruna (185-1987) who recorded 11 points and Eduardo Gamboa (189-1984) added 12 points respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Villa Mitre moved-up to twelfth place. Newly promoted Pilar dropped to the thirteenth position with 12 games lost. They share it with CAO Ceres. Villa Mitre will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Pilar will play against Rocamora (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Villa Mitre: F.Harina 21+5reb+2ast, C.Alvaro 17+7reb+2ast, M.Jano 17+4reb+12ast, D.Valentin 15+5reb+2ast, A.Ignacio 11+4reb+1ast, J.Levy 7+7reb+4ast Pilar: M.Thiago 13+1reb, E.Gamboa 12+3reb, P.Bruna 11+3reb+3ast, S.Franco 10+3reb, G.Eduardo 7+3reb+4ast, A.Barrionuevo 6+4reb Pergamino - Del Progreso 72-67 Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both twelfth ranked Pergamino and 13th ranked Del Progreso had identical 7-9 record. This time Pergamino used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from General Roca 72-67 on Friday night. Pergamino outrebounded Del Progreso 45-34 including 31 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was forward Santiago Ibarra (198-1998) who scored 15 points and 6 rebounds. Guard Manuel Gomez (183-1996) chipped in 9 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Pergamino players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was swingman Gustavo Maranguello (190-1983) who recorded a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and forward Facundo Sanz (197-1996, agency: BIG) added 9 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Pergamino (8-9) moved-up to tenth place. Del Progreso lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the ninth position with ten games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Pergamino will meet at home higher ranked Quilmes MP (#9) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Del Progreso will play against the league's leader Racing where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Pergamino: S.Ibarra 15+6reb+1ast, G.Marcos 14+4reb, B.Carlos 11+9reb, E.Torne 10+5reb, G.Manuel 9+6reb+6ast, G.Luciano 7+2reb+3ast Del Progreso: E.Marillan 16+1reb, G.Maranguello 14+11reb+1ast, S.Leonardo 11+2reb+1ast, F.Sanz 9+9reb+2ast, J.Ruiz 7+5reb+3ast, M.Navarro 4+2reb GELP - Parque Sur 98-81 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 17th ranked Parque Sur's (3-15) road loss to sixteenth ranked GELP (6-13) 81-98 on Friday. GELP made 19-of-21 free shots (90.5 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was center Franco Barroso (207-1994) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points, 17 rebounds and 4 assists. Point guard Carlos Gianella (181) chipped in 25 points. GELP's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was swingman Gervacio Guelache (196-1999) who recorded 16 points and 9 rebounds and Franco Fragozo (198-2001) added 11 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Four GELP and five Parque Sur players scored in double figures. GELP moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with Rivadavia and Salta Basket. Parque Sur lost their fourteenth game in a row. They keep the seventeenth position with 15 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: GELP: G.Carlos 25+1reb, A.Moreno 17+2reb+1ast, H.Marcos 13+6reb+2ast, F.Barroso 12+17reb+4ast, T.Cocha 9+2reb+2ast, S.Yago 7+1reb+1ast Parque Sur: G.Gervacio 16+9reb+1ast, N.Lopez 15+3reb, B.Juan 11+3reb+3ast, L.Gallardo 11+3reb, V.Lofrano 11+6reb+4ast, F.Franco 11+8reb+2ast San Isidro - Rivadavia 98-84 La Liga Argentina top team - San Isidro (19-2) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat thirteenth ranked Rivadavia (6-13) in San Francisco 98-84. San Isidro players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. It was a quality performance for swingman Santiago Assum (194-1998) who led the winners and scored 27 points. Swingman Jose Montero (193-1995) accounted for 16 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists for the winning side. Power forward Tobias Cravero (197-1999) came up with 7 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and American center Jonah Underwood (206-1996, college: HIU) added 13 points and 5 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) respectively for Rivadavia in the defeat. Five San Isidro and four Rivadavia players scored in double figures. San Isidro have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 19-2 record. Rivadavia lost ninth consecutive game. They dropped to the fourteenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with GELP and Salta Basket. San Isidro will play against Dep Norte (#6) in Armstrong in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Rivadavia will play at home against Echague (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: San Isidro: A.Santiago 27+4reb+3ast, J.Montero 16+5reb+9ast, A.Carnovale 16+10reb+2ast, D.Jeremias 15+10reb, F.Zezular 15+5reb+1ast, S.Luduena 4+4reb+9ast Rivadavia: J.Underwood 13+5reb, S.Franco 13+1reb+2ast, V.Lautaro 12+5reb+1ast, S.Arancibia 10+3reb+4ast, L.Silva 10+3reb+3ast, A.Alejo 7+3reb+5ast Montmartre - Ameghino 76-90 Everything went according to plan when second ranked Ameghino (17-3) beat on the road 9th ranked Montmartre (7-10) 90-76 on Friday. Ameghino dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Montmartre's 32. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was power forward Juan Luis Abeiro (200-1988) who scored 28 points and 7 rebounds (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field). Point guard Cristian Zenclussen (186-1997) chipped in 11 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Richard Granberry (203-1993, college: Virginia St.) who recorded 20 points and 9 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and swingman Martin Gomez (197-1996) added 19 points and 8 assists respectively. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the third consecutive win for Ameghino. They maintain second place with 17-3 record having just three points less than leader Racing. Newly promoted Montmartre keeps the ninth position with ten games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Ameghino will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Montmartre will play against Independiente (#5) in Santiago del Estero and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Ameghino: J.Luis Abeiro 28+7reb+1ast, M.Martinez 12+2reb, C.Zenclussen 11+5reb+5ast, J.Franca 10+1reb, L.Emiliano 9+4reb+6ast, B.Mateo 8+1reb+4ast Montmartre: R.Granberry 20+9reb+2ast, M.Gomez 19+4reb+8ast, K.Ellis 8+2reb, J.Rodriguez 7+2ast, M.Codigoni 6+2reb+3ast, J.Roumec 6+2ast Estudiantes C. - Rocamora 61-64 There was no surprise in Concordia where 16th ranked Estudiantes C. (5-12) was edged by ninth ranked Rocamora (9-8) 64-61 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was guard Matias Caire (188-1999) who scored 15 points. Forward Tomas Verbauwede (198-1999) chipped in 11 points and 7 rebounds. Rocamora's coach Agustin Pujol used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was center Rafael Banegas (204-1992) who recorded 16 points and 7 rebounds and Alvaro Yarza added 17 points respectively. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Rocamora. They moved-up to seventh place. Estudiantes C. lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the sixteenth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Tucuman. Rocamora will meet Pilar (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Estudiantes C. will have a break next round. Top scorers: Rocamora: M.Caire 15+4reb, C.Agustin 12+2reb, V.Tomas 11+7reb, A.Quigley 7+8reb, M.Tarrago 5+1reb+2ast, D.Thiago 4+3reb+1ast Estudiantes C.: Y.Alvaro 17+4reb+2ast, R.Banegas 16+7reb, C.Martin 7+5reb, A.Matias 6+7reb+4ast, M.Gauna 6+2reb+2ast, R.Rattero 5+7reb Zarate Basket - Racing 81-65 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Racing (15-4) on the court of third ranked Zarate Basket on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Zarate Basket 81-65. They made 20-of-22 free shots (90.9 percent) during the game. 26 personal fouls committed by Racing helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a great evening for point guard Lucas Andujar (185-1996) who led his team to a victory scoring 13 points, 5 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Agustin Brocal (191-1997) helped adding 21 points (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!). Four Zarate Basket players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was power forward Jose Peralta (202-1995) with 12 points and 9 rebounds and forward Emilio Stucky (198-1994) scored 15 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Zarate Basket have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain third place with 13-6 record having eight points less than leader Racing. Racing at the other side still keeps top position with four games lost. Zarate Basket will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Racing will play at home against Del Progreso and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Zarate Basket: A.Brocal 21+3reb+1ast, L.Andujar 13+5reb+8ast, L.Capponi 13+2reb, S.Chaine 10+6reb+1ast, I.Cuassolo 9+6reb+2ast, P.Facundo 6+1reb+2ast Racing: E.Stucky 15+3reb+2ast, J.Peralta 12+9reb, E.De Pietro 9+2reb, A.Barrales 7+5reb+4ast, C.Juan 7+5reb+1ast, T.Gomez 6+3reb+1ast Colon SF - Sarmiento R. 85-83 Seventeenth-ranked Sarmiento R. (2-16) gave a tough game to seventh ranked Colon SF (10-9) in Santa Fe on Saturday. Colon SF managed to secure only two-point victory 85-83. However their fans expected much easier game. Colon SF looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Dwayne Russell (203, college: St.Thomas, FL) who scored 26 points and 6 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Point guard Joaquin Baeza (182-1986, agency: BIG) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Alejo Traverso (179-1998) who recorded 18 points and 5 assists and guard Marcelo Martinez (187-1996) added 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Five Colon SF and four Sarmiento R. players scored in double figures. Sarmiento R.'s coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Colon SF moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Dep Norte. Sarmiento R. lost their eighth game in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the seventeenth position with 16 games lost. Colon SF will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Sarmiento R. will play against Libertad (#11) in Sunchales and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Colon SF: D.Russell 26+6reb, R.Baker 13+4ast, L.Quinteros 12+8reb+2ast, N.Bravo 11+6reb+2ast, J.Baeza 10+5reb+10ast, G.Sinconi 8+8reb+1ast Sarmiento R.: P.Ramiro 19+3reb, A.Traverso 18+4reb+5ast, M.Martinez 16+7reb+4ast, A.Mariani 15+3reb+1ast, S.Juan Cruz 8+4reb+1ast, Z.Ezequiel 4+2reb+1ast Lanus - Parque Sur 87-80 No shocking result in a game in Buenos Aires where fifth ranked Lanus (11-6) won against 17th ranked Parque Sur (3-15) 87-80 on Saturday. Lanus made 23-of-27 free shots (85.2 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American forward Phil Bledsoe (198, college: GSC) who scored 16 points and 9 rebounds. Point guard Mariano Gago (188-2001) chipped in 19 points and 4 assists (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Lanus' coach Sebastian Saborido used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Juan Boffelli (197-1998) who recorded 22 points and point guard Laureano Legaria (180-2000) added 11 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Five Parque Sur players scored in double figures. Lanus moved-up to fourth place. Parque Sur lost their fourteenth game in a row. They keep the seventeenth position with 15 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Lanus: J.Banegas 22+2reb, G.Mariano 19+2reb+4ast, P.Bledsoe 16+9reb+1ast, M.Franchino 9+4reb+1ast, A.Britos 7+1reb+1ast, S.Bruera 6+6reb+1ast Parque Sur: B.Juan 22+2reb+2ast, N.Lopez 14+5reb, V.Lofrano 11+3reb+3ast, L.Laureano 11+8reb+3ast, G.Gervacio 10+10reb, L.Gallardo 6+2reb+2ast Ciclista - Del Progreso 88-61 Very expected game in Juninense where 13th ranked Del Progreso (7-10) was crushed by second ranked Ciclista (13-5) 88-61 on Saturday. Ciclista dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Del Progreso's 16. Ciclista forced 23 Del Progreso turnovers. The best player for the winners was swingman Manuel Lambrisca (192-1997) who scored 20 points and 5 steals. Swingman Marcos Risso (190-2001) chipped in 15 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Fabricio Peralta who recorded 19 points and forward Hernan Losito (198-2000) added 10 points respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Ciclista maintains second place with 13-5 record having nine points less than leader Racing. Del Progreso lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the ninth position with ten games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Ciclista will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Del Progreso will play against the league's leader Racing (#1) in Chivilcoy and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Ciclista: M.Lambrisca 20+3reb+2ast, R.Marcos 15+4reb+1ast, A.Matias 12+1ast, F.Jerez 10+5reb+1ast, L.Fernandez 9+4reb+5ast, C.Franco 9+7reb+1ast Del Progreso: P.Fabricio 19+2reb, L.Hernan 10+4reb, J.Ruiz 7+1reb+1ast, G.Maranguello 6+4reb+2ast, S.Leonardo 6+2reb+1ast, M.Navarro 5+1ast |
| La Liga Round 22: Gimnasia lose to Instituto - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Top ranked Gimnasia (15-4) recorded its fourth loss in Comodoro Rivadavia on Saturday night. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Instituto (14-4) 84-80. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Gimnasia. Instituto made 21-of-21 free shots (100 percent !!!) during the game. 24 personal fouls committed by Gimnasia helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international power forward Tayavek Gallizzi (206-1993) fired 20 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Federico Elias (190-1999) chipped in 16 points. Cuban forward Joaquin Mensia (198-1997, agency: Pro Sports) produced 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Defending champion moved-up to third place. Gimnasia at the other side still keeps top position with four games lost. They share it with Obras. Instituto are looking forward to face league's second-placed Obras in Buenos Aires in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Gimnasia will play on the road against Boca in Buenos Aires and is hoping to win this game. We should mention about the upset which took place in Almagro, where higher ranked San Martin (9-6) lost to eighteenth ranked San Lorenzo (5-14) in a road game 68-73. Worth to mention a great performance of center Fernando Podesta (205-1992) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 5 rebounds. Lucas Perez contributed with 18 points for the winners. San Lorenzo's coach Emmanuel Quintans allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. The former international Matias Solanas (192-1998) replied with 19 points and 5 rebounds for San Martin. San Lorenzo moved-up to seventeenth place. San Martin at the other side keeps the tenth position with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. The game with biggest result difference took place in Mercedes. Local Comunicaciones (5-15) outscored 20th ranked Atenas (1-16) 102-82 on Friday night. Will Vorhees scored 22 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners. At the losing side Federico Mariani responded with 17 points and 5 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Comunicaciones maintains eighteenth position with 5-15 record. Atenas lost fifteenth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 16 games lost. Comunicaciones will meet at home higher ranked La Union (#13) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Atenas will play against Obera (#4) having rather not much hope for a victory. Rest of the games of round 22 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Independ.O. was defeated by Boca in Buenos Aires 89-83. Riachuelo LR was smashed by Quimsa at home 81-100. Union SF lost to Olimpico on the opponent's court 80-91. Obras managed to outperform Regatas in a home game 72-62. Penarol managed to beat Platense on the road 89-83. The best stats of 22th round was 23 points and 7 rebounds by Pablo Alderete of Penarol. Boca - Independ.O. 89-83 There was no surprise in Buenos Aires where 14th ranked Independ.O. (7-10) was defeated by tenth ranked Boca (10-8) 89-83 on Friday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Boca made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. Boca outrebounded Independ.O. 42-24 including a 32-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American power forward Jamari Traylor (203-1992, college: Kansas) scored 17 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import power forward Raven Barber (206-1991, college: Mt.St.Mary's, agency: Players Group) chipped in 14 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side point guard Martin Cabrera (179-1996) responded with 20 points and Salvador Giletto (195-1993) scored 13 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Boca have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to ninth place. Newly promoted Independ.O. keeps the fourteenth position with ten games lost. Boca will meet at home league's leader Gimnasia in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Independ.O. will play against Ferro (#12) in Buenos Aires and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Independ.O.: M.Cabrera 20+1reb+2ast, F.Martina 13+3reb, S.Giletto 13+5reb+5ast, Y.Sifontes 11+5reb+4ast, C.Scaramuzzino 10+3reb, L.Reinaudi 6+2reb+1ast Boca: J.Traylor 17+8reb+1ast, L.Schattmann 16+4reb+4ast, R.Barber 14+7reb+3ast, F.Balbi 12+5reb+4ast, M.Mata 12+6reb+4ast, L.Mainoldi 8+5reb+4ast Riachuelo LR - Quimsa 81-100 No shocking result in a game in La Rioja where seventh ranked Quimsa (12-6) smashed 16th ranked Riachuelo LR (5-10) 100-81 on Friday. Quimsa made 24-of-31 free shots (77.4 percent) during the game. American Brandon Robinson (196-1989, college: Clayton St.) scored 21 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import power forward Eric Anderson (204-1993, college: New Haven) chipped in 9 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side American Justin Jackson (203-1990, college: Cincinnati) responded with 15 points and 8 rebounds and forward Mariano Fierro (200-1986) scored 15 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Quimsa moved-up to sixth place. Loser Riachuelo LR keeps the sixteenth position with ten games lost. Quimsa will meet at home Union SF (#19) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Riachuelo LR will play against Union SF and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Riachuelo LR: M.Fierro 15+7reb, J.Jackson 15+8reb+2ast, C.Buendia 12+1reb+2ast, L.Mosley 9+6reb, D.Simpson 8+6reb, F.Pennacchiotti 8+3reb Quimsa: B.Robinson 21+8reb+2ast, F.Baralle 11+5reb+1ast, J.Brussino 10+2reb+1ast, R.Sanchez 10+3reb, E.Anderson 9+8reb+2ast, M.Cosolito 9+2reb+2ast Comunicaciones - Atenas 102-82 The game with biggest result difference took place in Mercedes. Local Comunicaciones (5-15) outscored 20th ranked Atenas (1-16) 102-82 on Friday night. American forward Will Vorhees (203-1995, college: NDC) scored 22 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import guard Melvin Johnson (193-1993, college: VCU) chipped in 24 points during the contest. Vorhees is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the losing side swingman Federico Mariani (190-1992) responded with 17 points and 5 assists and American center Deion McClenton (208, college: Keiser) scored 18 points and 6 rebounds. Four Comunicaciones and five Atenas players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Comunicaciones maintains eighteenth position with 5-15 record. Atenas lost fifteenth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 16 games lost. Comunicaciones will meet at home higher ranked La Union (#13) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Atenas will play against Obera (#4) having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: Atenas: D.McClenton 18+6reb, F.Mariani 17+4reb+5ast, J.Blake 14+1reb+2ast, D.Morrison 14+5reb+1ast, F.Jaimes 10+4reb, O.Canton 6+3reb+1ast Comunicaciones: M.Johnson 24+2reb+3ast, W.Vorhees 22+7reb+1ast, S.Hogan 16+4reb+2ast, F.Sahdi 14+2ast, F.Giorgi 14+4reb+2ast, L.Guerra 6+8reb+8ast Olimpico - Union SF 91-80 Very expected game in La Banda where 19th ranked Union SF (4-16) was defeated by sixth ranked Olimpico (12-4) 91-80 on Friday. Olimpico dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Union SF's 30. American guard Elyjah Clark (190-1998, college: MSSU) scored 22 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international center Roberto Acuna (208-1990) chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Four Olimpico players scored in double figures. At the losing side center Ignacio Alessio (203-1987) responded with 17 points and 6 rebounds and American guard LaMarshall Corbett (190-1988, college: Angelo St.) scored 17 points. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Olimpico moved-up to fifth place. Union SF lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the nineteenth position with 16 games lost. Olimpico will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Union SF will play against Riachuelo LR (#16) in La Rioja and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Union SF: L.Corbett 17+2ast, I.Alessio 17+6reb, M.Bolivar 11+4reb+3ast, B.Pedro 8+4reb, J.Cylla 8+3reb, T.Emiliano 5+1reb+6ast Olimpico: E.Clark 22+7reb+8ast, R.Acuna 14+8reb+1ast, D.Hure 13+6reb, L.Lema 12+3reb, D.Tintorelli 8+4reb, N.Alex 7+3reb Obras - Regatas 72-62 Very predictable result in Buenos Aires where second ranked Obras (15-4) beat 11th ranked Regatas (9-9) 72-62 on Saturday. The former international point guard Pedro Barral (187-1994) scored 19 points to lead the charge for the winners and Nigerian forward Jeffrey Solarin (193-1992, college: Idaho St.) chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Obras' coach Gregorio Martinez used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side South Sudanese-American forward Mogga Lado (202-1995, college: Campbell) responded with 14 points and 8 rebounds and American guard Charles Hinkle (198-1988, college: American) scored 11 points and 7 rebounds. Obras have a solid three-game winning streak. They used an opportunity after Gimnasia lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Loser Regatas keeps the eleventh place with nine games lost. Obras will meet at home Instituto (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Regatas will play against Platense (#8) in Florida and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Regatas: M.Lado 14+8reb, C.Hinkle 11+7reb, J.Arengo 10+1reb+2ast, A.Diez 8+8reb+1ast, J.Pablo Corbalan 7, A.Jaime 7+6reb+5ast Obras: P.Barral 19+4reb+1ast, J.Solarin 16+6reb, V.Juan Pablo 9+2reb+1ast, I.Copeland 8+6reb, L.Valussi 7+5reb, E.Serres 5+9reb+2ast San Lorenzo - San Martin 73-68 We should mention about the upset which took place in Almagro, where higher ranked San Martin (9-6) lost to eighteenth ranked San Lorenzo (5-14) in a road game 68-73. Worth to mention a great performance of center Fernando Podesta (205-1992) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 5 rebounds. Point guard Lucas Perez (184-1987) contributed with 18 points for the winners. San Lorenzo's coach Emmanuel Quintans allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. The former international Matias Solanas (192-1998) replied with 19 points and 5 rebounds and swingman Emiliano Basabe (195-1992) added 13 points in the effort for San Martin. San Lorenzo moved-up to seventeenth place. San Martin at the other side keeps the tenth position with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: San Martin: M.Solanas 19+5reb+3ast, S.Ferreyra 13+3reb, E.Basabe 13+4reb+2ast, J.Saiz 8+6reb+4ast, V.Rolando 5+6reb+1ast, P.Henry 4+2reb San Lorenzo: L.Perez 18+3reb+1ast, F.Podesta 16+5reb+2ast, S.Lugo 9+11reb+2ast, R.Pelorosso 7+2reb+2ast, F.Marin 7+3reb+1ast, O.Lucas 6+2reb+1ast Gimnasia - Instituto 80-84 Top ranked Gimnasia (15-4) recorded its fourth loss in Comodoro Rivadavia on Saturday night. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Instituto (14-4) 84-80. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Gimnasia. Instituto made 21-of-21 free shots (100 percent !!!) during the game. 24 personal fouls committed by Gimnasia helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international power forward Tayavek Gallizzi (206-1993) fired 20 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Federico Elias (190-1999) chipped in 16 points. Cuban forward Joaquin Mensia (198-1997, agency: Pro Sports) produced 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and American center Gerard DeVaughn (205-1988, college: Stillman) added 23 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) respectively for lost side. Four Gimnasia players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Defending champion moved-up to third place. Gimnasia at the other side still keeps top position with four games lost. They share it with Obras. Instituto are looking forward to face league's second-placed Obras in Buenos Aires in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Gimnasia will play on the road against Boca in Buenos Aires and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Gimnasia: G.DeVaughn 23+4reb, J.Mensia 16+7reb+4ast, T.White 15+5reb+3ast, I.Gramajo 12+3reb+3ast, S.Ramiro 5, S.Orresta 5+10reb+3ast Instituto: T.Gallizzi 20+6reb+1ast, F.Elias 16+3reb+3ast, L.Vildoza 10+3reb+2ast, B.Lugarini 9+4reb, N.Copello 9+3reb, L.Gonzalez 9+5reb+2ast Platense - Penarol 83-89 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Florida where 7th ranked Platense (12-8) was defeated by eighth ranked Penarol (12-7) 89-83 on Saturday. American forward Al Thornton (203-1983, college: FSU, agency: BIG) scored 24 points and 9 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Pablo Alderete (203-1993) chipped in 23 points and 7 rebounds (on 10-of-11 shooting from the field) during the contest. At the losing side Uruguayan-Italian swingman Nicola Pomoli (195-1999) responded with 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and American power forward DeMarco Owens (203-1996, college: Montevallo) scored 18 points and 7 rebounds. Four Platense players scored in double figures. Penarol have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to seventh place. Loser Platense dropped to the eighth position with eight games lost. Penarol will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Platense will play against Regatas (#11) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Platense: V.Fernandez 20+1reb+4ast, D.Owens 18+7reb+2ast, P.Nicola 17+8reb+4ast, S.Morales 11+4reb+2ast, J.Morales 7+5reb+2ast, A.Alloatti 5 Penarol: A.Thornton 24+9reb, P.Alderete 23+7reb, J.Defelippo 14+4reb+2ast, B.Sansimoni 9+2reb+3ast, C.Cardo 8+5reb, T.Facundo 5+2reb |
| La Liga Argentina Round 26: Barrio Parque is defeated by Tucuman - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most important game in the last round took place in Cordoba between third ranked Barrio Parque (14-3) and sixteenth ranked Tucuman (5-12) on Wednesday night. Barrio Parque was edged by Tucuman in a tough game at home 68-69. Ignacio Echevarria (195-1998) had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Patricio Aranda (197-1989) chipped in 10 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. point guard Nahuel Buchaillot (178-2000) responded with 15 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists. Tucuman maintains sixteenth position with 5-12 record, which they share with Estudiantes C. Barrio Parque at the other side keeps the third place with three games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Important game to mention about took place in . Ninth ranked Montmartre (7-10) saved a 1-point victory at home edging 12th ranked CAO Ceres (6-12) 71-70 on Wednesday evening. American forward Richard Granberry (203-1993, college: Virginia St.) notched 18 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and Martin Gomez supported him with 16 points. Montmartre's coach Gabriel Albornoz allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even 25 points by point guard Manuel Alonso (195-1999, agency: BIG) did not help to save the game for CAO Ceres. Newly promoted Montmartre maintains ninth position with 7-10 record, which they share with 3 other teams. CAO Ceres lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Pilar. Montmartre will play against league's second-placed Ameghino in Villa Maria in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. CAO Ceres will have a break next round. Sixth ranked Independiente (10-8) crushed at home 12th ranked CAO Ceres (6-12) by 25 points 76-51, which is the biggest margin this round on Thursday night. The best player for the winners was Lucio Castellani who had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 13 rebounds. Facundo Gago produced 11 points and 5 assists 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. Independiente have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. CAO Ceres lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Pilar. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 26: Rivadavia lost to Dep Norte on the opponent's court 72-81. Quilmes MP managed to outperform Parque Sur in a home game 79-67. Estudiantes C. recorded a loss to La Union on the road 73-62. Echague defeated Sarmiento R. on its own court 70-64. Barrio Parque - Tucuman 68-69 The most important game in the last round took place in Cordoba between third ranked Barrio Parque (14-3) and sixteenth ranked Tucuman (5-12) on Wednesday night. Barrio Parque was edged by Tucuman in a tough game at home 68-69. Ignacio Echevarria (195-1998) had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Patricio Aranda (197-1989) chipped in 10 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Four Tucuman players scored in double figures. Point guard Nahuel Buchaillot (178-2000) responded with 15 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists and Tomas Ligorria (195-1994) scored 16 points. Tucuman maintains sixteenth position with 5-12 record, which they share with Estudiantes C. Barrio Parque at the other side keeps the third place with three games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Tucuman: J.Muruaga 15+4reb, C.Fernando 12+2reb+2ast, I.Echevarria 12+11reb, P.Aranda 10+9reb+2ast, C.Echevarria 7+2reb, D.Orresta 7+3reb+3ast Barrio Parque: T.Ligorria 16+4reb, B.Nahuel 15+8reb+8ast, B.Juan 11+3reb+1ast, F.Pedano 6+3reb, L.Rivata 5+10reb+3ast, P.Moya 5+3reb Dep Norte - Rivadavia 81-72 Very expected game in Armstrong where 13th ranked Rivadavia (6-13) was defeated by eighth ranked Dep Norte (10-9) 81-72 on Wednesday. The best player for the winners was forward Aquiles Montani (190-1994) who scored 21 points and 6 rebounds. Swingman Juan Pablo Lugrin (196-1996) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 rebounds. Dep Norte's coach Alejandro Cupulutti used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Power forward Tobias Cravero (197-1999) produced 20 points and 9 rebounds and point guard Stefano Arancibia (176-1997) added 14 points respectively for the guests. Dep Norte moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Colon SF. Rivadavia lost ninth consecutive game. They dropped to the fourteenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with GELP and Salta Basket. Dep Norte will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Rivadavia will play against the league's leader San Isidro (#1) in San Francisco and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Dep Norte: A.Montani 21+6reb, L.Fogel 12+2reb, J.Pablo Lugrin 11+12reb+2ast, M.Franco 8+3reb+3ast, C.Cupulutti 7+1reb+1ast, C.Jeremias 7+1reb+1ast Rivadavia: T.Cravero 20+9reb+3ast, S.Arancibia 14+4reb+2ast, P.Soares 11+5reb+1ast, J.Underwood 9+7reb, S.Franco 7, V.Lautaro 5+6reb+1ast Quilmes MP - Parque Sur 79-67 Very predictable result in Mar del Plata where tenth ranked Quilmes MP (8-6) defeated 17th ranked Parque Sur (3-15) 79-67 on Wednesday. They outrebounded Parque Sur 47-36 including 35 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was forward Tomas Nally (202-2002, agency: BIG) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 17 rebounds. Ezequiel Dupuy (185-1997, agency: BIG) chipped in 22 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Lucas Gallardo (199-2001) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds and point guard Valentin Lofrano (176-1999) added 16 points, 5 assists and 4 steals respectively for the guests. Five Quilmes MP and four Parque Sur players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Quilmes MP moved-up to ninth place. Parque Sur lost fourteenth consecutive game. They keep the seventeenth position with 15 games lost. Quilmes MP will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Parque Sur will play against Lanus (#4) in Buenos Aires and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Quilmes MP: E.Dupuy 22+5reb+3ast, N.Tomas 16+17reb+1ast, E.Agustin 11+8reb, L.Cequeira 11+5reb+6ast, M.Aristu 11+3reb+1ast, G.Eseverri 3+3reb+3ast Parque Sur: V.Lofrano 16+4reb+5ast, L.Gallardo 14+10reb+1ast, F.Franco 14+2reb+1ast, L.Laureano 14+4reb, B.Juan 4+4reb+2ast, N.Lopez 3+5reb La Union - Estudiantes C. 73-62 Not a big story in a game in Colon where 16th ranked Estudiantes C. (5-12) was defeated by eighth ranked La Union (9-9) 73-62 on Wednesday. The best player for the winners was forward Cesar Lavoratornuovo (189-1991) who scored 17 points and 5 rebounds. Center German Frencia (202-1988) chipped in 11 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Five La Union players scored in double figures. Center Rafael Banegas (204-1992) produced 20 points and 5 rebounds and point guard Matias Alluchon (185-2000) added 9 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for the guests. Newly promoted La Union maintains eighth position with 9-9 record, which they share with Villa S.Martin. Estudiantes C. lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Tucuman. La Union will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Estudiantes C. will play against Rocamora (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: La Union: C.Lavoratornuovo 17+5reb+2ast, P.Bilat 15+3reb+1ast, C.Bruno 11+4reb+3ast, F.German 11+6reb+5ast, G.Romero 10+8reb+1ast, G.Cabrera 5+3reb+1ast Estudiantes C.: R.Banegas 20+5reb, R.Rattero 11+6reb+1ast, A.Matias 9+6reb+6ast, S.Yaskulka 5+3reb+3ast, R.Luciano 4+1reb+1ast, M.Gauna 4+1reb+2ast Montmartre - CAO Ceres 71-70 Important game to mention about took place in . Ninth ranked Montmartre (7-10) saved a 1-point victory at home edging 12th ranked CAO Ceres (6-12) 71-70 on Wednesday evening. American forward Richard Granberry (203-1993, college: Virginia St.) notched 18 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and swingman Martin Gomez (197-1996) supported him with 16 points. Montmartre's coach Gabriel Albornoz allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even 25 points by point guard Manuel Alonso (195-1999, agency: BIG) did not help to save the game for CAO Ceres. Pablo Martinez (197-1982) added 14 points and 12 rebounds for the guests. Four CAO Ceres players scored in double figures. Newly promoted Montmartre maintains ninth position with 7-10 record, which they share with 3 other teams. CAO Ceres lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Pilar. Montmartre will play against league's second-placed Ameghino in Villa Maria in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. CAO Ceres will have a break next round. Top scorers: Montmartre: R.Granberry 18+6reb, M.Gomez 16+4reb+2ast, J.Roumec 13+4reb+1ast, K.Ellis 8+9reb, C.Francisco 6+3reb+3ast, J.Rodriguez 5+2reb+3ast CAO Ceres: M.Alonso 25+4reb+2ast, P.Martinez 14+12reb, J.Bione 11+2reb+2ast, J.Godoy 10+3reb+5ast, A.Mato 6+1reb+1ast, F.Gago 2+5reb+5ast Echague - Sarmiento R. 70-64 Everything went according to plan in Parana where thirteenth ranked Echague (7-11) beat 17th ranked Sarmiento R. (2-16) 70-64 on Thursday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Echague made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was guard Federico Gonzalez (183-1988) who scored 15 points. Facundo Carulla (193-1993) chipped in 8 points and 8 rebounds. Echague's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Andres Mariani (190-1987) produced 11 points and 7 rebounds and point guard Alejo Traverso (179-1998) added 16 points respectively for the guests. Echague moved-up to twelfth place. Sarmiento R. lost eighth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the seventeenth position with 16 games lost. Echague will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Sarmiento R. will play against Colon SF (#7) in Santa Fe and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Echague: F.Gonzalez 15+4reb+1ast, P.Bandeo 12+2reb, F.Joaquin 10+3reb, F.Bautista 9, F.Carulla 8+8reb, L.Ruiz Moreno 6+5reb+1ast Sarmiento R.: A.Traverso 16+4reb+1ast, P.Ramiro 14+3reb+1ast, A.Mariani 11+7reb+3ast, S.Fabricio 9+1reb, M.Martinez 4+4reb+1ast, P.Martin 3+1reb Independiente - CAO Ceres 76-51 Sixth ranked Independiente (10-8) crushed at home 12th ranked CAO Ceres (6-12) by 25 points 76-51, which is the biggest margin this round on Thursday night. Independiente held CAO Ceres to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 50.0 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded CAO Ceres 50-36 including a 46-27 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was forward Lucio Castellani (196-1994) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 13 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Point guard Tomas Allende (190-2002) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds. Point guard Facundo Gago (178-1996) produced 11 points and 5 assists and point guard Alexis Mato (184-2001) added 11 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. Independiente have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. CAO Ceres lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Pilar. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Independiente: L.Castellani 22+13reb+2ast, A.Tomas 10+10reb+2ast, J.Avila 9+2reb, R.Gabriel 8+4reb+4ast, B.Ingratta 8+4reb, E.Correa 4+6reb+8ast CAO Ceres: J.Bione 14+3reb, F.Gago 11+4reb+5ast, A.Mato 11+6reb, M.Alejo 6+5reb+4ast, M.Alonso 4+4reb, P.Martinez 2+9reb+1ast |
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in NBL. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Top ranked Kings (17-7) recorded its seventh loss on the court of fifth ranked Perth Wildcats on Friday night. Visitors were defeated by Perth Wildcats 111-104. Perth Wildcats looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. American guard Bryce Cotton (182-1992, college: Providence, agency: Pensack Sports) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 assists for the winners. The other American import forward Brady Manek (206-1998, college: UNC) chipped in 21 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Xavier Cooks (203-1995, college: Winthrop) produced 15 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists for lost side. Kings' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Perth Wildcats have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Perth Wildcats went down to seventh position due to points difference. Defending champion Kings still keep top place with seven games lost. Perth Wildcats are looking forward to face higher ranked JackJumpers (#4) in Hobart in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Kings will play at home against Melbourne Phoenix and are hoping to win this game. Very important is a home loss of second ranked Cairns Taipans (16-8) against fourth ranked JackJumpers (14-11) on Friday night. Host Cairns Taipans were defeated by JackJumpers in a tough game in Cairns 77-85. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Cairns Taipans. Worth to mention a great performance of American point guard Josh Magette (185-1989, college: UAH) who helped to win the game recording 14 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Milton Doyle contributed with 12 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists and 6 steals for the winners. JackJumpers' coach Scott Roth allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American forward DJ Hogg (203-1996, college: Texas A&M) replied with 17 points and 7 rebounds for Cairns Taipans. JackJumpers maintains fourth position with 14-11 record. Cairns Taipans at the other side keep the second place with eight games lost. JackJumpers will play against Perth Wildcats (#7) at home in the next round. Cairns Taipans will play against Adelaide 36ers (#8) and hope to get back on the winning track. Very important is a home loss of first ranked Kings (17-7) against sixth ranked New Zealand Breakers (14-10) on Sunday night. Host Kings were defeated by New Zealand Breakers in a tough game in Sydney 88-93. Worth to mention a great performance of Jamaal Brantley who helped to win the game recording 30 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. At the losing side Derrick Walton Jr responded with 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. New Zealand Breakers moved-up to third place. Defending champion Kings still keep top position with seven games lost. New Zealand Breakers will meet at home United (#5) in the next round. Kings will play against Melbourne Phoenix (#6) and hope to secure a win. Rest of the games of round 16 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: SE Melbourne defeated Tasmania JJ in a road game 86-75. NZL Breakers was beaten by Illawarra at home 76-78. Adelaide lost to Brisbane on the opponent's court 101-106. Bottom-ranked Illawarra unfortunately lost to Brisbane in a home game 86-103. Melbourne managed to beat Adelaide on the road 94-87. SE Melbourne crushed Perth on its own court 112-91. Tasmania JJ - SE Melbourne 75-86 There was a minor upset in Hobart where one of their biggest challengers JackJumpers (14-11) were defeated by seventh ranked Melbourne Phoenix (14-12) 86-75 on Wednesday. Melbourne Phoenix made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international swingman Mitch Creek (196-1992) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and American center Alan Williams (203-1993, college: UCSB) who added 14 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side American Milton Doyle (193-1993, college: Loyola, IL) responded with 16 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international forward Jack McVeigh (203-1996, college: Nebraska) scored 15 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Melbourne Phoenix moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Melbourne. Loser JackJumpers keep the fourth position with 11 games lost. Melbourne Phoenix will meet league's leader Kings in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. JackJumpers will play against Perth Wildcats and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Tasmania JJ: M.Doyle 16+5reb+6ast, J.McVeigh 15+3reb, R.Kelly 12+6reb, W.Magnay 7+7reb+1ast, S.McDaniel 6+2reb, J.Magette 5+1reb+3ast SE Melbourne: M.Creek 23+11reb+5ast, G.Browne 15+3reb+3ast, A.Williams 14+6reb+1ast, R.Broekhoff 8+7reb+2ast, G.Kell III 8+4reb+5ast, T.Smith-Milner 6+2reb+1ast NZL Breakers - Illawarra 76-78 There was a surprise result in Auckland where tenth ranked Illawarra Hawks (3-22) edged higher ranked New Zealand Breakers (14-10) 78-76 on Thursday. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Tyler Harvey (194-1993, college: EWU) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and the former international center Mangok Mathiang (208-1992, college: Louisville, agency: Octagon Europe) who added 15 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Four Illawarra Hawks players scored in double figures. At the losing side American center Derek Pardon (203-1996, college: Northwestern) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 17 rebounds and his fellow American import forward Jamaal Brantley (200-1993, college: Cameron) scored 16 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Illawarra Hawks maintains tenth position with 3-22 record. New Zealand Breakers lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the third place with ten games lost. Illawarra Hawks will meet higher ranked Perth Wildcats (#7) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. New Zealand Breakers will play against United (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: NZL Breakers: D.Pardon 19+17reb+2ast, J.Brantley 16+5reb+2ast, T.Abercrombie 13+3reb, W.McDowell-White 9+5reb+7ast, C.Gliddon 8+4reb, D.Fotu 5+1reb Illawarra: T.Harvey 25+1reb+1ast, M.Mathiang 15+5reb+1ast, S.Froling 11+6reb+1ast, W.Swaka 10+2reb, H.William 8+4reb+4ast, L.Dent 4+3reb+1ast Brisbane - Adelaide 106-101 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Brisbane where 8th ranked Adelaide 36ers (11-14) were defeated by ninth ranked Bullets (8-17) 106-101 on Thursday. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Tyler Johnson (193-1992, college: Fresno St.) who helped to win the game recording 27 points and 6 rebounds and the former international guard Jason Cadee (186-1991) who added 22 points during the contest. At the losing side American guard Antonius Cleveland (196-1994, college: SEMO) responded with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international swingman Anthony Drmic (198-1992, college: Boise St.) scored 20 points and 6 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Bullets have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain ninth position with 8-17 record. Adelaide 36ers lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 14 games lost. Bullets will meet league's second-placed Cairns Taipans on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Adelaide 36ers will play against the league's second-placed Cairns Taipans (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: Adelaide: A.Drmic 20+6reb+2ast, A.Cleveland 18+6reb+4ast, R.Franks 17+6reb+2ast, D.Johnson 13+5reb, H.Harris 10+7reb+2ast, K.Sotto 9+7reb Brisbane: T.Johnson 27+6reb+3ast, J.Cadee 22+3reb+2ast, D.Mitchell 17+4reb+2ast, A.Baynes 16+11reb, A.White III 9+6reb, N.Sobey 9+3reb+6ast Cairns - Tasmania JJ 77-85 Very important is a home loss of second ranked Cairns Taipans (16-8) against fourth ranked JackJumpers (14-11) on Friday night. Host Cairns Taipans were defeated by JackJumpers in a tough game in Cairns 77-85. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Cairns Taipans. JackJumpers shot the lights out from three nailing 15 long-distance shots on high 51.7 percentage. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American point guard Josh Magette (185-1989, college: UAH) who helped to win the game recording 14 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. The other American import Milton Doyle (193-1993, college: Loyola, IL) contributed with 12 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists and 6 steals for the winners. JackJumpers' coach Scott Roth allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American forward DJ Hogg (203-1996, college: Texas A&M) replied with 17 points and 7 rebounds and naturalized South Sudanese swingman Bul Kuol (201-1997, college: Detroit) added 17 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Cairns Taipans. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. JackJumpers maintains fourth position with 14-11 record. Cairns Taipans at the other side keep the second place with eight games lost. JackJumpers will play against Perth Wildcats (#7) at home in the next round. Cairns Taipans will play against Adelaide 36ers (#8) and hope to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Cairns: D.Hogg 17+7reb+1ast, B.Kuol 17+8reb, S.Waardenburg 13+2reb+2ast, T.McCall 11+4reb+3ast, K.Pinder 7+3reb, J.Antonio 6+3reb Tasmania JJ: J.McVeigh 18+3reb+2ast, M.Kenyon 15+4reb+2ast, J.Magette 14+6reb+7ast, M.Doyle 12+6reb+8ast, R.Kelly 7+3reb, W.Magnay 5+5reb+1ast Perth - Sydney 111-104 Top ranked Kings (17-7) recorded its seventh loss on the court of fifth ranked Perth Wildcats on Friday night. Visitors were defeated by Perth Wildcats 111-104. Perth Wildcats looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. American guard Bryce Cotton (182-1992, college: Providence, agency: Pensack Sports) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 assists for the winners. The other American import forward Brady Manek (206-1998, college: UNC) chipped in 21 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Xavier Cooks (203-1995, college: Winthrop) produced 15 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists and the former international guard Dejan Vasiljevic (190-1997, college: Miami, FL) added 26 points respectively for lost side. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Kings' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Perth Wildcats have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Perth Wildcats went down to seventh position due to points difference. Defending champion Kings still keep top place with seven games lost. Perth Wildcats are looking forward to face higher ranked JackJumpers (#4) in Hobart in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Kings will play at home against Melbourne Phoenix and are hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Sydney: D.Vasiljevic 26+4reb+1ast, X.Cooks 15+9reb+8ast, A.Glover 14+1reb+2ast, J.Simon 13+3reb, D.Walton Jr. 12+6reb+6ast, T.Soares 11+6reb Perth: B.Manek 21+8reb+3ast, B.Cotton 21+4reb+11ast, T.Thomas 20+6reb+4ast, C.Webster 18+10reb+1ast, L.Travers 16+4reb+1ast, T.Webster 8+4reb+7ast Illawarra - Brisbane 86-103 The game between closely ranked teams ended with ninth ranked Bullets' (8-17) road victory over bottom-ranked Illawarra Hawks (3-22) 103-86 on Saturday. Bullets dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Illawarra Hawks' 38 and made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. Bullets looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Illawarra Hawks' players. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Tyler Johnson (193-1992, college: Fresno St.) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 4 assists and the former international center Harrison Froling (210-1998, college: Marquette) who added 14 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side American guard Tyler Harvey (194-1993, college: EWU) responded with 22 points and naturalized South Sudanese forward Deng Deng (203-1992, college: Baylor) scored 13 points and 6 rebounds. Five Bullets and four Illawarra Hawks players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Bullets have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain ninth position with 8-17 record. Loser Illawarra Hawks stay dead last with 22 lost games. Bullets will meet league's second-placed Cairns Taipans on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Illawarra Hawks will play against Perth Wildcats (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Illawarra: T.Harvey 22+3reb+1ast, D.Grida 13+5reb, D.Deng 13+6reb+1ast, M.Mathiang 10+6reb+1ast, S.Froling 7+3reb+3ast, T.Coenraad 6+1reb Brisbane: T.Johnson 23+3reb+4ast, A.White III 18+2reb+1ast, A.Baynes 15+6reb+1ast, H.Froling 14+9reb+2ast, J.Cadee 12+3reb+5ast, N.Sobey 8+3reb+6ast Adelaide - Melbourne 87-94 Not a big story in a game in Findon where 8th ranked Adelaide 36ers (11-14) were defeated by sixth ranked United (14-12) 94-87 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Rayjon Tucker (191-1997, college: UALR) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds and the former international guard Chris Goulding (192-1988) who added 28 points during the contest. United's coach Dean Vickerman used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American forward Robert Franks (201-1996, college: WSU) responded with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists and Filipino-American center Kai Sotto (218-2002) scored 15 points and 7 rebounds. Four Adelaide 36ers players scored in double figures. United have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with SE Melbourne. Adelaide 36ers lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 14 games lost. United will meet higher ranked New Zealand Breakers (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Adelaide 36ers will play against the league's second-placed Cairns Taipans (#2) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Adelaide: R.Franks 24+10reb+6ast, K.Sotto 15+7reb, S.Dech 14+2reb+1ast, A.Drmic 13+6reb+2ast, N.Marshall 7+1reb, D.Johnson 5+7reb+4ast Melbourne: C.Goulding 28+2reb, R.Tucker 25+10reb+3ast, X.Rathan-Mayes 20+3reb+4ast, M.Lee 8+9reb+2ast, M.Peatling 4+3reb+1ast, B.Newley 4+3reb+2ast SE Melbourne - Perth 112-91 There was a small surprise when seventh ranked Melbourne Phoenix (14-12) outleveled at home 5th ranked Perth Wildcats (13-11) 112-91 on Sunday. Melbourne Phoenix dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Perth Wildcats' 40. They outrebounded Perth Wildcats 46-21 including a 18-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. Melbourne Phoenix looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American center Alan Williams (203-1993, college: UCSB) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 27 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international swingman Mitch Creek (196-1992) who added 20 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Five Melbourne Phoenix players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Bryce Cotton (182-1992, college: Providence, agency: Pensack Sports) responded with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists (made all of his eight free throws) and New Zealand guard Corey Webster (188-1988, college: Lambuth) scored 21 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. Melbourne Phoenix moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Melbourne. Loser Perth Wildcats dropped to the seventh position with 11 games lost. Melbourne Phoenix will meet league's leader Kings in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Perth Wildcats will play against JackJumpers (#4) in Hobart and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Perth: B.Cotton 25+5reb+4ast, C.Webster 21+3reb+1ast, L.Travers 13+5reb+5ast, T.Webster 9+1ast, B.Manek 8+2reb+1ast, T.Blanchfield 8+1reb SE Melbourne: A.Williams 27+14reb+6ast, R.Broekhoff 26+5reb, M.Creek 20+8reb+6ast, G.Browne 14+5reb+8ast, G.Kell III 10+6reb+5ast, J.Madut 5+2reb Sydney - NZL Breakers 88-93 Very important is a home loss of first ranked Kings (17-7) against sixth ranked New Zealand Breakers (14-10) on Sunday night. Host Kings were defeated by New Zealand Breakers in a tough game in Sydney 88-93. New Zealand Breakers made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Jamaal Brantley (200-1993, college: Cameron) who helped to win the game recording 30 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international guard William McDowell-White (196-1998, college: Fresno St.) who added 20 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists during the contest. Brantley is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the losing side American guard Derrick Walton Jr (185-1995, college: Michigan) responded with 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and his fellow American import Justin Simon (196-1996, college: St.John's) scored 16 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. New Zealand Breakers moved-up to third place. Defending champion Kings still keep top position with seven games lost. New Zealand Breakers will meet at home United (#5) in the next round. 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Spirou Charleroi - Oostende 87:74 Spirou Charleroi reached the Cup Final despite the loss in the second leg to Spirou Charleroi 74-87. Oostende celebrated a 92-76 win in the opener. Spirou Charleroi started better and won the first two quarters to take a 3-point advantage at the halftime. Moreover, they erupted with a 30-14 surge in the third quarter, whilst Oostende survived due to a 25-19 rally in the last stanza. Jhivvan Jackson (183-PG-1998, college: UTSA) top-scored for Spirou Charleroi with 30 points and Rafael Lisboa (184-PG-1999) netted 17. Pierre-Antoine Gillet (201-PF-1991) replied with 16 points for Oostende and Breein Tyree (188-PG-1998, college: Ole Miss, agency: Octagon Europe) had 13. |
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| NBB Round 20: Sao Paulo beat Corinthians 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 Sao Paulo: Sao Paulo (#3) and Corinthians (#7). Corinthians was defeated at home 73-85 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. The best player for the winners was American guard Cordero Bennett (185-1988) who scored 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Center Ralfi Ansaloni (211-1987) chipped in 17 points and 6 rebounds. American guard Davaunta Thomas (196-1995, college: UAFS) produced 21 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sao Paulo have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 15-5 record having three points less than leader Sesi Franca. Corinthians lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with eight games lost. They share the position with Bauru. Sao Paulo's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Sao Paulo to the arena Pinheiros. Undefeated leader Vivo/Franca delivered the nineteenth consecutive victory. This time they crushed 17th ranked Rio Claro (3-16) 95-73 in Sao Paulo. The former international point guard Georginho de Paula (197-1996) orchestrated the victory by scoring 14 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Michael Smith contributed with 16 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Venezuelan Edgar Martinez (199-1997) replied with 18 points for Rio Claro. 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 Vivo/Franca (19-0) have an impressive 19-game winning streak. They maintain first position with a perfect record of 19 victories in a row. Rio Claro lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 16 games lost. Vivo/Franca will play against Pato (#14) in Pato Branco in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Rio Claro will play at home against Pato and hopes to get back on the winning track. A very close game took place in Santa Cruz do Sul between Caxias do Sul and U.Corinthians. Twelfth ranked Caxias do Sul (6-11) got a very close victory on the road over 16th ranked U.Corinthians (3-14). Caxias do Sul managed to escape with a 2-point win 74-72 on Tuesday evening. Worth to mention a great performance of Thiago Mathias who helped to win the game recording 9 points and 15 rebounds. Caxias do Sul's coach Bruno Lopes used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Augusto Leao responded with 21 points. Caxias do Sul moved-up to eleventh place. U.Corinthians lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth position with 14 games lost. Caxias do Sul will meet Brasilia (#12) on the road in the next round. U.Corinthians will play against Cerrado (#15) in Brasilia and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Rest of the games of round 20 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Paulistano defeated Pato Basquete in Sao Paulo 87-75. Pinheiros beat Brasilia at home 94-83. Cerrado was destroyed by Bauru on the opponent's court 97-73. UniFacisa unfortunately lost to Sao Jose in a home game 79-88. Corinthians was rolled over Flamengo on the road 64-90. The best stats of 20th round was 20 points by Lucas Silva of Sesi Franca. U.Corinthians - Caxias do Sul 72-74 A very close game took place in Santa Cruz do Sul between Caxias do Sul and U.Corinthians. Twelfth ranked Caxias do Sul (6-11) got a very close victory on the road over 16th ranked U.Corinthians (3-14). Caxias do Sul managed to escape with a 2-point win 74-72 on Tuesday evening. Worth to mention a great performance of center Thiago Mathias (208-1989, college: N.Mexico JC) who helped to win the game recording 9 points and 15 rebounds and the former international guard Humberto Silva (196-1995) who added 18 points during the contest. Caxias do Sul's coach Bruno Lopes used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Point guard Augusto Leao (184-1998) responded with 21 points and point guard Vithor Lersch (184-1995) scored 8 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Caxias do Sul moved-up to eleventh place. U.Corinthians lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth position with 14 games lost. Caxias do Sul will meet Brasilia (#12) on the road in the next round. U.Corinthians will play against Cerrado (#15) in Brasilia and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Caxias do Sul: H.Silva 18+4reb+2ast, D.Ramos 15+4reb+3ast, A.Bernardi 10+2reb, S.Pierotti 9+2reb+2ast, T.Mathias 9+15reb+1ast, D.Conceicao 5+2reb+1ast U.Corinthians: A.Leao 21+4reb+3ast, R.Paulichi 13+5reb+1ast, M.Vinicius 11+3reb+1ast, R.Rafael 8+11reb, V.Lersch 8+8reb+4ast, G.Teichmann 5+7reb+5ast Pato Basquete - Paulistano 75-87 There was no surprise in Pato Branco where 14th ranked Pato (5-15) was defeated by seventh ranked Paulistano (12-7) 87-75 on Tuesday. Paulistano made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of Gui Abreu (199-1999) who helped to win the game recording 17 points and 9 rebounds and American point guard Nate Barnes (182-1990, college: ABU) who added 20 points during the contest. Four Paulistano players scored in double figures. Colombian guard Romario Roque (180-1998) responded with 19 points and Venezuelan swingman Jose Materan (196-1996) scored 10 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Paulistano moved-up to sixth place. Pato lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth position with 15 games lost. Paulistano's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Sao Paulo Corinthians. Top scorers: Paulistano: N.Barnes 20+1ast, G.Abreu 17+9reb, C.Bruno 14+2reb, B.Adyel 12+3reb+4ast, V.Camilo 9+4reb, S.Matheus 6+2reb Pato Basquete: R.Roque 19+3reb+2ast, V.Mijas 11+1reb, J.Materan 10+7reb+1ast, F.Verissimo 9+3reb, A.Victor 8+1reb+1ast, J.Oliveira 5 Corinthians - Sao Paulo 73-85 The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Sao Paulo: Sao Paulo (#3) and Corinthians (#7). Corinthians was defeated at home 73-85 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. The best player for the winners was American guard Cordero Bennett (185-1988) who scored 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Center Ralfi Ansaloni (211-1987) chipped in 17 points and 6 rebounds. American guard Davaunta Thomas (196-1995, college: UAFS) produced 21 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and Maozinha Pereira (200-2000) added 15 points and 11 rebounds respectively for the hosts. 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. Sao Paulo have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 15-5 record having three points less than leader Sesi Franca. Corinthians lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with eight games lost. They share the position with Bauru. Sao Paulo's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Sao Paulo to the arena Pinheiros. Top scorers: Sao Paulo: C.Bennett 23+6reb+5ast, R.Ansaloni 17+6reb, T.Da Silva 15+6reb+1ast, M.Miller 11+4reb, E.Corazza 7+3reb+2ast, H.Coelho 6+6reb+4ast Corinthians: D.Thomas 21+6reb+4ast, M.Tavares 15+6reb+1ast, M.Pereira 15+11reb+2ast, O.Daniel 12+3reb+2ast, F.Queiros 3, I.Goncalves 3+3reb+3ast Pinheiros - Brasilia 94-83 No shocking result in a game in Sao Paulo where fifth ranked Pinheiros (13-7) defeated 12th ranked Brasilia (6-14) 94-83 on Wednesday. The game was mostly controlled by Pinheiros. Brasilia managed to win fourth quarter 28-14. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Pinheiros dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Brasilia's 22 and made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Brasilia 48-33 including 34 on the defensive glass. Pinheiros looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized Guinea-Bissau forward Yan Djalo (202-2001) who helped to win the game recording 19 points (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and the former international forward Rafael Munford (195-1998, college: Augusta) who added 11 points and 12 rebounds during the contest. Pinheiros' coach David Pelosini allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Guard Gemadinha Sacco (183-1997) responded with 31 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and point guard Guilherme Lessa (178-1995) scored 17 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Pinheiros maintains fifth position with 13-7 record. Brasilia lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with 14 games lost. Pinheiros' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Sao Paulo Sao Paulo. Top scorers: Pinheiros: D.Yan 19+4reb+3ast, F.Ruivo 16+1reb+6ast, D.Andre 14+5reb+2ast, R.Munford 11+12reb+2ast, B.Jonas 11+3reb+4ast, D.Penteado 8+11reb+2ast Brasilia: G.Sacco 31+5reb+5ast, G.Lessa 17+6reb+6ast, S.Paulo 14+7reb+1ast, V.Leal 14+7reb+2ast, A.Allan 6+4reb+1ast, E.Sommer 1+3reb Bauru - Cerrado 97-73 Very expected game when 15th ranked Cerrado (4-16) was rolled over on the road by eighth ranked Paschoalotto/Bauru (11-8) 97-73 on Wednesday. The hosts trailed by 2 points at the halftime before their 55-29 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Paschoalotto/Bauru dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Cerrado's 26. They outrebounded Cerrado 40-26 including 31 on the defensive glass. Paschoalotto/Bauru looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Cerrado's players. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Danilo Fuzaro (193-1994) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 14 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists and American forward Emmitt Holt (201-1996, college: Providence) who added 21 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Four Paschoalotto/Bauru players scored in double figures. American guard Anthony Harris (196, college: Chicago St.) responded with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and his fellow American import guard Rashaun McLemore (195-1986, college: CSUN) scored 23 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Defending champion moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Corinthians. Cerrado lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth position with 16 games lost. Paschoalotto/Bauru will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Cerrado will play against U.Corinthians (#16) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Bauru: E.Holt 21+6reb+1ast, A.Garcia 19+4reb+4ast, R.Anderson 15+6reb+1ast, D.Fuzaro 14+10reb+6ast, G.Barbosa 10+3reb+4ast, D.Brite 4+5reb+4ast Cerrado: R.McLemore 23+3reb+1ast, A.Harris 20+6reb+5ast, F.Russo 16+3reb, M.Ruan 6+6reb, P.Da Costa 5+5reb+3ast, J.Robson 2+1reb+3ast UniFacisa - Sao Jose 79-88 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Paraiba where tenth ranked Sao Jose (10-10) beat 9th ranked UNIFACISA (9-10) 88-79 on Wednesday. Sao Jose shot 60.4 percent from the field. Sao Jose had a 29-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Dominican Nehemias Morillo (197-1992, college: S.Florida) who helped to win the game recording 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field) and Douglas Nunes (210-1987) who added 12 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Five Sao Jose players scored in double figures. The former international Antonio Ferreira (200-1994) responded with 16 points and 6 rebounds and the former international Jimmy Oliveira (190-1990) scored 16 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Sao Jose have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to ninth place. UNIFACISA at the other side dropped to the tenth position with ten games lost. Sao Jose will meet at home higher ranked Minas (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. UNIFACISA will play against the league's second-placed Flamengo (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Sao Jose: N.Morillo 22+5reb+5ast, P.Pedro 12+6reb, D.Nunes 12+6reb+5ast, R.Carbonari 10+2reb+1ast, A.Pecos 10+4reb+4ast, D.Sousa 8+2reb+1ast UniFacisa: A.Ferreira 16+6reb+1ast, J.Oliveira 16+5reb+1ast, G.Hubner 13+2reb, C.Freitas 11+4reb+2ast, T.Gaskins 9+5reb+5ast, A.Bresolin 9+2reb+5ast Flamengo - Corinthians 90-64 Not a big story in a game in Rio de Janeiro where 7th ranked Corinthians (11-8) was outplayed by second ranked Flamengo (17-2) 90-64 on Thursday. Flamengo shot the lights out from three sinking 18 long-distance shots on high 60.0 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international Gabriel Galvanini (202-1998) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) and Argentinian point guard Jose Vildoza (191-1996, agency: Octagon Europe) who added 15 points during the contest. Four Flamengo players scored in double figures. Maozinha Pereira (200-2000) responded with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds and guard Isaac Goncalves (196-1990) scored 15 points (perfect from downtown making all five shots). Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Flamengo have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 17-2 record having just two points less than leader Sesi Franca. Corinthians lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with eight games lost. They share the position with Bauru. Flamengo will meet UNIFACISA (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Corinthians' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Sao Paulo to the arena Paulistano. Top scorers: Flamengo: G.Galvanini 16+8reb+3ast, J.Vildoza 15+4reb+2ast, L.Martinez 12+2reb+1ast, R.Fischer 11+1reb+3ast, G.Pereira 9+2reb+1ast, R.Mineiro 8+5reb Corinthians: I.Goncalves 15+4reb+1ast, M.Pereira 12+10reb+1ast, M.Tavares 9+5reb, L.Gabriel 9+1reb+6ast, O.Daniel 6+1reb+1ast, D.Thomas 5+1reb+4ast Sesi Franca - Rio Claro 95-73 Undefeated leader Vivo/Franca delivered the nineteenth consecutive victory. This time they crushed 17th ranked Rio Claro (3-16) 95-73 in Sao Paulo. Vivo/Franca made 17-of-20 charity shots (85.0 percent) during the game. The former international point guard Georginho de Paula (197-1996) orchestrated the victory by scoring 14 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. American guard Michael Smith (193-1995, college: CBU) contributed with 16 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Venezuelan Edgar Martinez (199-1997) replied with 18 points and power forward Luiz Paulo Dos Santos (210-1989, college: Slippery Rock) added 13 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Rio Claro. Five Vivo/Franca and four Rio Claro 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. Vivo/Franca (19-0) have an impressive 19-game winning streak. They maintain first position with a perfect record of 19 victories in a row. Rio Claro lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 16 games lost. Vivo/Franca will play against Pato (#14) in Pato Branco in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Rio Claro will play at home against Pato and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Sesi Franca: L.Silva 20+3reb+1ast, M.Smith 16+6reb+2ast, G.de Paula 14+5reb+7ast, J.dos Santos 14+4reb+1ast, L.Mariano 12+1reb+1ast, D.Jackson 10+5reb+2ast Rio Claro: E.Martinez 18+4reb+1ast, L.Paulo Dos Santos 13+6reb+2ast, W.Sena 12+4reb, C.Bueno 11+2reb+8ast, R.Oliveira 6+4reb+1ast, W.Alves 4+4reb+1ast |
| Curtatone adds Almeida to their roster - by Arpita Patel | |
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Junior-Basket-Chllenge-Curtatone (Serie C) added to their roster 16-year old naturalized Brazilian guard Davi Almeida (2007). Almeida played last season at Nuova Matteotti Corato. He helped them to win the Serie C Puglia Gold title despite they ended the regular season at the second place. |
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Junior-Basket-Chllenge-Curtatone (Serie C) added to their roster 16-year old naturalized Brazilian guard Davi Almeida (2007). Almeida played last season at Nuova Matteotti Corato. He helped them to win the Serie C Puglia Gold title despite they ended the regular season at the second place. |
| Juliatto re-signs at Siena Costone - by Paulo Freire | ||||
Juliatto has played previously professionally in Spain (Llica) and Brazil (Minas, Sao Jose, Basquete Curitiba and Londrina). |
| Joao Henrique Jesus (ex Pato) is a newcomer at El Talar - by Paulo Freire | |
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El-Talar-Buenos-Aires (TFB) added to their roster 19-year old Brazilian small forward Joao Henrique Jesus (198cm-2004). He played last summer at Pato in Brazilian LDB U20. In 10 games he recorded 4.5ppg and 2.7rpg. He has played also professionally for other Brazilian teams like Joinville, Sao Jose and Basket Sao Jose/AGFEB. |
| Arthur Rosa (ex Famalicense) is a newcomer at Vitoria - by Paulo Freire | |
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UniversoVitoria-Salvador (NBB) added to their roster 25-year old Brazilian guard Arthur Rosa (188cm-1998) for season 2023. Rosa just played at Famalicense in Portuguese 2.Divisao. The last summer he was tested by Brusque Basquete/ADB (CBB). He has played previously professionally in Brazil (Vasco da Gama, Tijuca TC, Mogi and Niteroi) and Canada (Rattlers). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he played in the final of Carioca League in 2020. Rosa was also voted All-ACAC South Division Rookie of the Year back in 2019. |
| North Broward Prep inks Enrico Vicentini, ex BRA NT U16 - by Paulo Freire | |
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North-Broward-Prep agreed terms with 17-year old Brazilian forward Enrico Vicentini (6'5''-2006). Vicentini just played at Brazilian U16 National Team in Brazilian league. He missed last season and had one year break from professional basketball. |
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Basket-2000-Reggio-Emilia (Serie C) added to their roster 22-year old Brazilian power forward Emanuel Terreni (202cm-2000). Terreni will still stay in Italy where he played last season at BLE Juvecaserta Accademy. In three Serie B games in Italy he had just 2.0ppg and 2.0rpg. The previous (2021-22) season he played at Lamezia. He has played previously for two other teams: Omegna and Cermenate. |
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| NBL Round 20: Nymburk defeat USK Praha 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 NBL. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Ninth-ranked USK Praha (6-12) gave a tough game to second ranked Nymburk (14-6) on Saturday. The visitors from Nymburk managed to secure only two-point victory 87-85. However their fans expected much easier game. Nymburk outrebounded USK Praha 34-21 including a 25-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international point guard Ondrej Sehnal (192-1997) who helped to win the game recording 16 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and American swingman Eric Lockett (196-1995, college: NC State) who added 17 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. American guard Mike Okauru (190-1999, college: UNCW) responded with 26 points. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Nymburk have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 14-6 record behind leader Brno. USK Praha lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with 12 games lost. Nymburk are looking forward to face league's leader Brno at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. USK Praha will play against Kolin (#4) and is hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series. The game between Top Four teams took place in Brno. First ranked host Brno (15-5) defeated 3rd ranked Decin (13-7) 96-86. The winners were led by the former international point guard Viktor Pulpan (191-1996, agency: Octagon Europe) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 12 points, 15 rebounds and 8 assists and Kameron Chatman supported him with 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Even 20 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists by American guard Ty Nichols (190-1996, college: Keene St.) did not help to save the game for Decin. Brno maintains first position with 15-5 record. Decin at the other side keeps the third place with seven games lost. Brno will play against league's second-placed Nymburk on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Decin will play against Olomoucko and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game in Ostrava was also quite interesting. Fourth ranked Kolin (12-7) played at the court of 8th ranked NH Ostrava (9-11). Kolin managed to secure a 6-point victory 75-69 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Dziugas Slavinskas who had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds. Sukhmail Mathon produced 20 points, 9 rebounds and 4 blocks for the hosts. NH Ostrava's coach Adam Choleva rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Kolin maintains fourth position with 12-7 record. Loser NH Ostrava keeps the eighth place with 11 games lost. Kolin will meet at home USK Praha (#9) in the next round where they are favorite. NH Ostrava will play against Slavia in Praha and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 20: Opava lost to Pardubice on the opponent's court 64-76. Bottom-ranked Olomoucko unfortunately lost to Usti n/Labem in a home game 86-93. Slavia managed to beat Hradec Kralove on the road 73-62. The most impressive stats of the last round was 17 points and 10 rebounds by Maksim Sturanovic of Hradec Kralove. Pardubice - Opava 76-64 Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both fifth ranked Pardubice and 6th ranked Opava had identical 11-8 record. This time Pardubice used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Opava 76-64 on Saturday night. Pardubice looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Croatian-Bosnian center Robert Rikic (219-1990, agency: AltusBasket) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). The former international swingman Petr Safarcik (193-1994) chipped in 16 points and 5 rebounds. Slovakian power forward Jakub Mokran (200-1999) produced 19 points and 8 rebounds and forward Filip Zbranek (196-1990) added 8 points and 5 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Pardubice have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 12-8 record, which they share with Usti n/Labem. Loser Opava dropped to the seventh place with nine games lost. Pardubice will meet at home Hradec Kralove (#11) in the next round where they are favorite. Opava will play against Usti n/Labem (#6) in Usti nad Labem and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Opava: J.Mokran 19+8reb+2ast, F.Zbranek 8+5reb+2ast, M.Kvapil 8+4reb, J.Sirina 7+4reb+4ast, R.Farsky 7+1reb+1ast, D.Carl 6+1reb+1ast Pardubice: R.Rikic 21+11reb+3ast, P.Safarcik 16+5reb+3ast, M.Svoboda 9+3reb+5ast, K.Svrdlik 7+3reb, J.Sterba 6+3reb+1ast, T.Vyoral 5+7reb+1ast Olomoucko - Usti n/Labem 86-93 Very predictable result in Prostejov where seventh ranked Usti n/Labem (12-8) defeated bottom-ranked Olomoucko (4-16) 93-86 on Saturday. Usti n/Labem made 24-of-30 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American guard Tony Hicks (186-1994, college: Louisville, agency: Mansfield and Associates) who scored 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Ladislav Pecka (197-1991) chipped in 19 points and 8 rebounds. Serbian power forward Sreten Knezevic (206-1994) produced 18 points and 5 rebounds and Serbian swingman Goran Vucicevic (195-1990) added 19 points respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Usti n/Labem have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Pardubice. Olomoucko lost third consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 16 games lost. Usti n/Labem will meet at home Opava (#7) in the next round. Olomoucko will play against Decin (#3) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Olomoucko: G.Vucicevic 19+4reb+1ast, S.Knezevic 18+5reb+3ast, J.Williams 12+5reb+3ast, D.Heinzl 11+6reb, L.Festr 9+5reb+3ast, M.Welsch 7+2reb+4ast Usti n/Labem: K.Martin 20+6reb+1ast, T.Hicks 20+6reb+4ast, L.Pecka 19+8reb+3ast, S.Svejcar 16+4reb+2ast, M.Nabelek 8+1ast, D.Johnson 8+6reb+2ast Brno - Decin 96-86 The game between Top Four teams took place in Brno. First ranked host Brno (15-5) defeated 3rd ranked Decin (13-7) 96-86. They outrebounded Decin 50-35 including 19 on the offensive glass. Brno players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists. Decin was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. The winners were led by the former international point guard Viktor Pulpan (191-1996, agency: Octagon Europe) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 12 points, 15 rebounds and 8 assists and American swingman Kameron Chatman (206-1996, college: Detroit) supported him with 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Even 20 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists by American guard Ty Nichols (190-1996, college: Keene St.) did not help to save the game for Decin. His fellow American import point guard AJ Walton (184-1990, college: Baylor) added 18 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals for the guests. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Brno maintains first position with 15-5 record. Decin at the other side keeps the third place with seven games lost. Brno will play against league's second-placed Nymburk on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Decin will play against Olomoucko and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Decin: T.Nichols 20+7reb+7ast, A.Walton 18+8reb+6ast, M.Svoboda 15+4reb+3ast, I.Josipovic 12+3reb, F.Kroutil 11+4reb+2ast, D.Zikla 8+3reb+1ast Brno: R.Culpepper 19+2reb+3ast, K.Chatman 18+7reb+4ast, J.Krakovic 15+8reb+5ast, B.Richard 14+3reb+4ast, V.Pulpan 12+15reb+8ast, S.Pursl 7+3reb USK Praha - Nymburk 85-87 Ninth-ranked USK Praha (6-12) gave a tough game to second ranked Nymburk (14-6) on Saturday. The visitors from Nymburk managed to secure only two-point victory 87-85. However their fans expected much easier game. Nymburk outrebounded USK Praha 34-21 including a 25-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international point guard Ondrej Sehnal (192-1997) who helped to win the game recording 16 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and American swingman Eric Lockett (196-1995, college: NC State) who added 17 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Lockett is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. American guard Mike Okauru (190-1999, college: UNCW) responded with 26 points and his fellow American import guard PJ Pipes (188-1999, college: Santa Clara, agency: BeoBasket) scored 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Four USK Praha players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Nymburk have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 14-6 record behind leader Brno. USK Praha lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with 12 games lost. Nymburk are looking forward to face league's leader Brno at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. USK Praha will play against Kolin (#4) and is hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series. Top scorers: USK Praha: M.Okauru 26+1reb+2ast, P.Pipes 15+5reb+4ast, P.Samoura 13+4reb+4ast, D.Bohm 11+4reb, S.Ondrej 8+3reb+1ast, V.Dalibor 5+1reb Nymburk: E.Lockett 17+5reb+2ast, P.Benda 16+6reb, O.Sehnal 16+8reb+6ast, L.Palyza 11+1reb, R.Frantisek 9+1reb+3ast, N.Watson 9+4reb+1ast NH Ostrava - Kolin 69-75 The game in Ostrava was also quite interesting. Fourth ranked Kolin (12-7) played at the court of 8th ranked NH Ostrava (9-11). Kolin managed to secure a 6-point victory 75-69 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Lithuanian forward Dziugas Slavinskas (203-1998, agency: Octagon Europe) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds. Point guard Adam Ciz (192-1991) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds. American forward Sukhmail Mathon (208-1998, college: Boston U.) produced 20 points, 9 rebounds and 4 blocks and Bosnian Aleksandar Radukic (205-1991, agency: 011 Sports) added 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the hosts. NH Ostrava's coach Adam Choleva rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Kolin maintains fourth position with 12-7 record. Loser NH Ostrava keeps the eighth place with 11 games lost. Kolin will meet at home USK Praha (#9) in the next round where they are favorite. NH Ostrava will play against Slavia in Praha and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: NH Ostrava: S.Mathon 20+9reb+1ast, A.Radukic 14+7reb+4ast, M.Morgan 10+8reb+5ast, M.Majercak 9+4reb+4ast, T.Kevin 6+4reb, S.Svoboda 6+4reb+1ast Kolin: D.Slavinskas 24+10reb+1ast, A.Ciz 18+10reb+3ast, J.Petras 10+9reb+2ast, M.Mares 8+3reb+1ast, P.Losonsky 7+2reb, O.Siska 5+2reb+4ast Hradec Kralove - Slavia 62-73 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 11th ranked Hradec Kralove's (4-15) home loss to tenth ranked Slavia (6-14) 62-73 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was American point guard Adam Dworsky (180-1998, college: SE Oklahoma) who scored 19 points and 5 assists. Forward David Jelinek (204-1997, college: Northwood) chipped in 15 points and 6 rebounds. Montenegrin center Maksim Sturanovic (210-1988, agency: 011 Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds and Serbian-Swedish point guard Aleksa Solevic (190-1993, agency: 011 Sports) added 17 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Four Hradec Kralove players scored in double figures. Newly promoted Slavia maintains tenth position with 6-14 record. Hradec Kralove lost third consecutive game. They keep the eleventh place with 15 games lost. Slavia will meet at home higher ranked NH Ostrava (#8) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Hradec Kralove will play against Pardubice and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Hradec Kralove: M.Sturanovic 17+10reb, A.Solevic 17+7reb+1ast, A.Goga 12+1reb+4ast, O.Peterka 10+6reb+5ast, M.Prskalo 4+4reb, V.Vondra 2+2reb Slavia: A.Dworsky 19+3reb+5ast, D.Jelinek 15+6reb, P.Pumprla 15+4reb+1ast, K.Martin 8+6reb+1ast, R.Pumprla 8+3reb+2ast, J.Bruner 5+8reb+3ast |
| DENMARK |
| Stats Leaders - Basketligaen |
| 1st Division Round 18: Hvidovre beat SISU by two after a very close game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Second-ranked SISU (5-7) was very close to win a game against top-ranked Hvidovre (12-0) on Sunday. Hvidovre managed to secure only two-point victory 77-75. However their fans expected easier game. Undefeated Hvidovre have an impressive 12-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 12-0 record. SISU at the other side keeps the second place with seven games lost. Hvidovre are looking forward to face league's second-placed Naestved 2 on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. SISU will have a break next round. Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Copenhagen: Falcon 2 (#4) and Ajax (#5). Falcon 2 (2-10) smashed visiting Ajax (2-11) by 42 points 94-52. Falcon 2 maintains fourth position with 2-10 record. Ajax lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with 11 games lost. Falcon 2 will play against higher ranked Vaerlose 2 (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Ajax will have a break next round. An interesting game for Falcon (13-2) which played road game in Naestved against second-best Naestved 2 (8-3). First ranked Falcon managed to get a 9-point victory 99-90. Falcon have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 13-2 record. Loser Naestved 2 keeps the second place with three games lost. Falcon will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Naestved 2 will play against the league's leader Hvidovre and it may be a tough game between close rivals. In the last two games of round 18 Bronshoj was beaten by Vaerlose 2 on the road 82-72. Viby won against Skovbakken 2 on its own court 74-69. Naestved 2 - Falcon 90-99 An interesting game for Falcon (13-2) which played road game in Naestved against second-best Naestved 2 (8-3). First ranked Falcon managed to get a 9-point victory 99-90. Falcon have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 13-2 record. Loser Naestved 2 keeps the second place with three games lost. Falcon will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Naestved 2 will play against the league's leader Hvidovre and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Vaerlose 2 - Bronshoj 82-72 There was a small surprise when third ranked Vaerlose 2 (6-7) beat at home their close opponent Bronshoj (4-9) 82-72 on Saturday. Vaerlose 2 maintains third position with 6-7 record having nine points less than leader Hvidovre which they share with defeated Bronshoj. Bronshoj lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the third place with nine games lost. Vaerlose 2 will meet at home Falcon 2 (#4) in the next round. Bronshoj will play against Vaerlose 3 and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Viby - Skovbakken 2 74-69 There was a minor upset when 6th ranked Skovbakken 2 (1-10) lost on the road to eighth ranked Viby (1-6) 74-69 on Sunday. Viby left bottom position moving up to fifth place. It was Skovbakken 2's eighth loss in a row. They dropped to the seventh position with ten games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Hvidovre - SISU 77-75 Second-ranked SISU (5-7) was very close to win a game against top-ranked Hvidovre (12-0) on Sunday. Hvidovre managed to secure only two-point victory 77-75. However their fans expected easier game. Hvidovre have an impressive 12-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 12-0 record. SISU at the other side keeps the second place with seven games lost. Hvidovre are looking forward to face league's second-placed Naestved 2 on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. SISU will have a break next round. Falcon 2 - Ajax 94-52 Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Copenhagen: Falcon 2 (#4) and Ajax (#5). Falcon 2 (2-10) smashed visiting Ajax (2-11) by 42 points 94-52. Falcon 2 maintains fourth position with 2-10 record. Ajax lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with 11 games lost. Falcon 2 will play against higher ranked Vaerlose 2 (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Ajax will have a break next round. |
| DOMINICAN REPUBLIC |
| LDC Superior Round 3: GIE defeat Sameji in the game between Top 4 teams - by Ghassan Abousamra |
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Immortals de Cibao - Sameji 115-84 Not a big story in a game when Sameji (0-1) were outscored by Immortals de Cibao (1-0) in Santiago 115-84 on Sunday. GIE dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Sameji' 30 and made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. The Immortals forced 28 Sameji turnovers and outrebounded them 49-25 including a 38-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. The Immortals looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Sameji's players. It was an exceptional evening for the forward Angel Rivas (198-F-1993) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 10 rebounds. Import forward James Milton (203-F-1992, college: Stevenson) accounted for 28 points, 13 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 steals for the winning side. Five GIE players scored in double figures. Forward Domont Wright (203-F/C, college: Cleveland St.) came up with 16 points and 12 rebounds and guard Milosevic Rivera (193-G-1996) added 11 points and 4 steals respectively for the Immortals in the win. The Immortals will face the Evolve Olimpica Lions at home Tuesday night. Top scorers: Immortals de Cibao: Angel Rivas 29+10reb+14ast E.O. Lions - Capitanes de la Bahia 99-106 The game in Santiago was also quite interesting. Evolve Olimpica Lions (0-1) played at the court of Capitanes de la Bahiae (1-0). Capitanes de la Bahia managed to secure a 7-point victory 106-99 on Sunday. Capitanes de la Bahia looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Capitanes de la Bahia players. It was an exceptional evening for Rich Polanco (203-F-1997, college: S.Dakota) who led the winners with a triple-double by scoring 26 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists. Oliver Ferreira (189-G-1993) accounted for 21 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side. The Lions played a great game until the third period where we saw the Capitanes de la Bahia go on a 30-11 run. Aneurys Parra led all scored with 30 points and 4 rebounds in a losing effort. The Lions will face the Immortals de Cibao Tuesday night. Top scorers: Capitanes de la Bahia: Rich Polanco 26+10reb+10ast |
| EGYPT |
| Results of Round 6 of Egyptian Super League 2022-2023 - by Abdul Hamid Addasi |
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Following are the results of Round 6 of Egyptian Super League 2022-2023 that took place on 15-1-2023 and 16-1-2023 Places 1-8 16/1/2023Al Ittihad x Zamalek95-71 16/1/2023Al Geish x Somouha79-75 16/1/2023Misr Insurance x Al Ittisalat78-75 16/1/2023Al Gezira x Al Ahly67-83 Places 9-16 15/1/2023Sporting x Heliopolis63-56 15/1/2023Ashab A. x Desoq66-58 15/1/2023Al Zohour x El Tayaran91-85 15/1/2023Olympic x Haia AQ60-65 |
| Results of Round 7 of Egyptian Super League 2022-2023 - by Abdul Hamid Addasi |
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Following are the results of Round 7 of Egyptian Super League 2022-2023 that took place on 18-1-2023 and 20-1-2023 Places 1-8 20/1/2023Al Geish x Al Gezira 69-63 20/1/2023Somouha x Misr Insurance79-54 20/1/2023Al Ahly x Al Ittihad77-72 20/1/2023Misr Insurance x Zamalek75-64 Places 9-16 18/1/2023Haia AQ x Desoq87-55 18/1/2023Al Zohour x Sporting63-76 18/1/2023Heliopolis x Ashab A.46-54 18/1/2023El Tayaran x Olympic74-71 |
| ESTONIA |
| Round 20: VEF Riga edge Rapla by three points - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Sixth-ranked Estonian Rapla (12-10) made lots of trouble for second ranked Latvian VEF Riga (19-3) on Tuesday. The visitors from Riga managed to secure only three-point victory 74-71. However their fans expected much easier game. The best player for the winners was point guard Kristers Zoriks (193-1998, college: St.Mary's, CA) who scored 19 points and 7 assists. American point guard Glenn Cosey (183-1992, college: EKU) chipped in 10 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. American guard Kendall Stephens (198-1994, college: Nevada) produced 15 points and 7 rebounds for the hosts. Rapla's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. VEF Riga have an impressive 16-game winning streak. Defending Latvian champion maintains second position with 19-3 record having just two point less than leader Prometey. Rapla at the other side dropped to the seventh place with ten games lost. VEF Riga are looking forward to face TalTech (#12) in Tallinn in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rapla will play at home against Parnu (#10) and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. One of the most interesting games of round 20 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. Eleventh ranked Parnu outleveled visiting Keila (6-14) 89-66. American point guard Isaiah Hart (180-1999, college: AUM) orchestrated the victory by scoring 24 points and 4 assists. Mihkel Kirves contributed with 11 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Kristen Kasemets (191-2002) replied with 14 points and 7 rebounds for Keila. 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 Estonian champion (8-9) moved-up to tenth place. Keila lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. Parnu will play against higher ranked Rapla (#7) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Keila will have a break next round. One of the most interesting games of round 20 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. The game took place in Tallinn where third ranked Kalev/Cramo won against visiting Viimsi (10-8) 87-74. Worth to mention a great performance of Oleksandr Kovliar who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 5 rebounds. Devin Harris responded with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kalev/Cramo (14-3) have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain third position having eight points less than leader Prometey. Loser Viimsi keeps the eighth place with eight games lost. Kalev/Cramo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Viimsi will play against Valmiera Glass (#14) and hope to secure a win. Rest of the games of round 20 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Tartu was defeated by Kalev/Cramo in Tallinn 75-71. Ventspils smashed Tarvas at home 98-59. TalTech destroyed LU on the opponent's court 73-53. Liepaja managed to outperform Tarvas in a home game 70-69. VEF Riga managed to beat Tallinna Kalev on the road 67-61. BK Ogre crushed Keila on its own court 97-76. Rapla was beaten by Prometey in Kamianske 89-81. Parnu - Keila 89-66 One of the most interesting games of round 20 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. Eleventh ranked Parnu outleveled visiting Keila (6-14) 89-66. They outrebounded Keila 43-27 including 16 on the offensive glass. American point guard Isaiah Hart (180-1999, college: AUM) orchestrated the victory by scoring 24 points and 4 assists. Mihkel Kirves (200-1996) contributed with 11 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Kristen Kasemets (191-2002) replied with 14 points and 7 rebounds and Croatian center Matej Radunic (211-1996) added 12 points in the effort for Keila. 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 Estonian champion (8-9) moved-up to tenth place. Keila lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. Parnu will play against higher ranked Rapla (#7) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Keila will have a break next round. Top scorers: Parnu: I.Hart 24+3reb+4ast, R.Valge 12+1reb, M.Kirves 11+9reb+2ast, M.McCarthy 10+9reb+1ast, T.Pazera 9+4reb+3ast, S.Aav 7+3reb+3ast Keila: C.Sengbusch 15, K.Kristen 14+7reb, M.Radunic 12+4reb+2ast, I.Mikhieiev 7+5reb+2ast, L.Christopher 4+2ast, A.Myronenko 4+2reb+1ast Kalev/Cramo - Viimsi 87-74 One of the most interesting games of round 20 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. The game took place in Tallinn where third ranked Kalev/Cramo won against visiting Viimsi (10-8) 87-74. Kalev/Cramo forced 19 Viimsi turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Ukrainian point guard Oleksandr Kovliar (188-2002) who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 5 rebounds and Latvian center Martins Meiers (208-1991) who added 12 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. American point guard Devin Harris (182-1992, college: OKWU) responded with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and Karl-Johan Lips (200-1996) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Four Viimsi players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kalev/Cramo (14-3) have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain third position having eight points less than leader Prometey. Loser Viimsi keeps the eighth place with eight games lost. Kalev/Cramo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Viimsi will play against Valmiera Glass (#14) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Kalev/Cramo: O.Kovliar 30+5reb+3ast, M.Meiers 12+5reb, A.Gilbert 11+2reb+3ast, H.Wade-Chatman 7+3reb+2ast, A.Konontsuk 6+3reb+3ast, T.Hugo 5+4reb+1ast Viimsi: D.Harris 19+5reb+6ast, K.Lips 14+10reb+2ast, E.Haller 14+3reb, M.Toppin 13+6reb+2ast, A.Hint 7+3reb+3ast, R.Jorgen 5 Kalev/Cramo - Tartu 75-71 The game between closely ranked teams ended with one of their biggest challengers Tartu's (13-6) road loss to third ranked Kalev/Cramo (14-3) 71-75 on Friday. Worth to mention a great performance of Latvian center Martins Meiers (208-1991) who helped to win the game recording 17 points and Artur Konontsuk (201-2000, college: Southern Miss) who added 15 points during the contest. Mart Rosenthal (192-1999) responded with 14 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists and Slovakian center Tomas Pavelka (217-2000) scored 8 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Kalev/Cramo have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 14-3 record having eight points less than leader Prometey. Loser Tartu keeps the fourth place with six games lost. Kalev/Cramo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tartu will play against Liepaja (#9) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Kalev/Cramo: M.Meiers 17+4reb, A.Konontsuk 15+4reb+1ast, K.Kitsing 15+3reb, H.Wade-Chatman 9+4reb+2ast, T.Jurkatamm 7+6reb+4ast, T.Hugo 6+3reb+1ast Tartu: A.Voinalovych 17+1reb, M.Rosenthal 14+8reb+7ast, H.Eelmae 11+6reb+1ast, T.Pavelka 8+9reb+3ast, B.Johnson 6+3reb, O.Suurorg 6+2reb+1ast Ventspils - Tarvas 98-59 No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Latvian Ventspils (13-7) smashed at home bottom-ranked Estonian Tarvas (1-18) 98-59 on Friday. They outrebounded Tarvas 50-27 including a 35-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Ventspils looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Tarvas' players. Worth to mention a great performance of Guntis Sipolins (207-1993) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 8 rebounds and Linards Jaunzems (200-1995) who added 17 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Four Ventspils players scored in double figures. Croatian center Antun Maricevic (208-1997, college: S.Florida, agency: Helping Ballers) responded with 12 points and 6 rebounds and Slovenian point guard Jan Razdevsek (191-2000) scored 12 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Ventspils have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 13-7 record. Tarvas lost tenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 18 lost games. Ventspils will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tarvas will play against Tallinna Kalev (#15) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Ventspils: G.Sipolins 18+8reb+2ast, L.Jaunzems 17+8reb+3ast, E.Elksnis 16+6reb+3ast, E.Wembi 14+8reb+3ast, K.Mediss 12+1reb+2ast, I.Gandia-Rosa 8+2reb+4ast Tarvas: J.Razdevsek 12+2reb+2ast, A.Maricevic 12+6reb+1ast, V.Shevchenko 8+4reb, E.Kaasik 7+3ast, L.Renato 7+4reb, G.Kaldmae 6+3reb+4ast LU - TalTech 53-73 There was a minor upset in Riga where 10th ranked Latvian LU (8-13) was rolled over by thirteenth ranked Estonian TalTech (6-12) 73-53 on Saturday. TalTech forced 19 LU turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Latvian Kristaps Gluditis (190-1995) who helped to win the game recording 18 points, 7 assists and 4 steals and Estonian Oliver Metsalu (196-1993) who added 19 points during the contest. Latvian center Edvards Mezulis (202-2000) responded with 9 points and 7 rebounds and point guard Toms Skuja (184-2002) scored 10 points. LU's coach let to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. TalTech moved-up to twelfth place. Loser LU dropped to the eleventh position with 13 games lost. TalTech will meet league's second-placed VEF Riga on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. LU will have a break next round. Top scorers: TalTech: O.Metsalu 19+3reb, K.Gluditis 18+4reb+7ast, R.Andre Pehka 9+10reb+1ast, A.Shundel 9+1reb+1ast, E.Keedus 9+6reb+5ast, G.Ilves 5+2reb+1ast LU: P.Miglinieks 11+1reb+1ast, N.Strautins 11+3reb, S.Toms 10+4reb+1ast, E.Mezulis 9+7reb+2ast, L.Blaus 5+5reb, R.Avotins 5+6reb+2ast Liepaja - Tarvas 70-69 Very predictable result when eleventh ranked Latvian Liepaja (9-12) edged at home bottom-ranked Estonian Tarvas (1-18) 70-69 on Saturday. However just one-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Worth to mention a great performance of Latvian point guard Renars Birkans (186-1997) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points, 8 rebounds and 11 assists and center Karlis Silins (209-1997, college: FAU) who added 26 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Liepaja's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Croatian center Antun Maricevic (208-1997, college: S.Florida, agency: Helping Ballers) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) and Ukrainian Volodymyr Shevchenko (200-1994, agency: BIG) scored 12 points. Liepaja moved-up to ninth place. Tarvas lost tenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 18 lost games. Liepaja will meet higher ranked Tartu (#4) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Tarvas will play against Tallinna Kalev (#15) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Liepaja: K.Silins 26+5reb+1ast, R.Birkans 16+8reb+11ast, D.Geks 13+1reb, A.Helmanis 6+4reb, V.Ricards 5+3reb+1ast, R.Freimanis 2+9reb Tarvas: A.Maricevic 22+11reb+2ast, E.Kaasik 14+1reb+2ast, V.Shevchenko 12+3reb+3ast, L.Arvan-Johhannes 6+2reb+2ast, S.Vitalii 5+3reb+1ast, G.Kaldmae 5+6reb+2ast Tallinna Kalev - VEF Riga 61-67 Not a big story in a game when 15th ranked Estonian Tallinna Kalev (3-16) was defeated at home by second ranked Latvian VEF Riga (19-3) 67-61 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Kristers Zoriks (193-1998, college: St.Mary's, CA) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and Artis Ate (195-1989) who added 17 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Kristjan Kangur (202-1982) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and Lithuanian center Rokas Gadiliauskas (211-1998) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds. Tallinna Kalev's coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. VEF Riga have an impressive 16-game winning streak. Defending Latvian champion maintains second position with 19-3 record having just two point less than leader Prometey. Tallinna Kalev lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth place with 16 games lost. VEF Riga will meet at home TalTech (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Tallinna Kalev will play against Tarvas and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: VEF Riga: K.Zoriks 21+6reb+5ast, A.Ate 17+7reb+2ast, G.Cosey 14+5reb+3ast, A.Miska 9+3reb+1ast, M.Gulbis 4+4reb+2ast, P.Peteris 2+5reb Tallinna Kalev: K.Kangur 22+11reb+4ast, R.Gadiliauskas 12+12reb, I.Kajupank 8+3reb+1ast, M.Paiste 5+2reb+5ast, R.Andre 4+2reb, E.Schmalz 3+2reb+2ast BK Ogre - Keila 97-76 Everything went according to plan when seventh ranked Latvian BK Ogre (12-9) outleveled at home 12th ranked Estonian Keila (6-14) 97-76 on Saturday. BK Ogre forced 21 Keila turnovers. They shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 53.8 percentage. BK Ogre looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Latvian Karlis Apsitis (201-1992) who helped to win the game recording 25 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Latvian Kristaps Dargais (198-1990) who added 12 points, 12 rebounds and 8 assists during the contest. Croatian center Matej Radunic (211-1996) responded with a triple-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists and Estonian point guard Sten Saaremael (187-1999) scored 18 points and 6 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Keila's coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. BK Ogre moved-up to sixth place. Keila lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. BK Ogre will meet Valmiera Glass (#14) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Keila will have a break next round. Top scorers: BK Ogre: K.Apsitis 25+6reb+4ast, U.Pinete 24+3reb+2ast, K.Dargais 12+12reb+8ast, R.Zebergs 10+4reb+2ast, G.Talton 10+1reb+3ast, K.Markuss 6+1ast Keila: S.Saaremael 18+6reb+1ast, M.Radunic 16+10reb+10ast, C.Sengbusch 14+1ast, K.Saks 10+5reb, A.Myronenko 6+3reb+1ast, K.Kristen 5+2reb+2ast Prometey - Rapla 89-81 There was no surprise in Kamianske where 6th ranked Estonian Rapla (12-10) was defeated by first ranked Ukrainian Prometey (19-1) 89-81 on Saturday. Prometey forced 20 Rapla turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Nigerian-Canadian Caleb Agada (196-1994, college: Ottawa, agency: Pensack Sports) who helped to win the game recording 16 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and Oleksandr Lypovyy (203-1991, agency: BIG) who added 13 points during the contest. American guard Kendall Stephens (198-1994, college: Nevada) responded with 23 points and 5 rebounds and his fellow American import forward Derrick Woods (203-1997, college: St.Peter's) scored 15 points and 6 rebounds. Four Rapla players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Prometey have an impressive 11-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 19-1 record. Loser Rapla dropped to the seventh place with ten games lost. Prometey will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Rapla will play against Parnu (#10) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Prometey: C.Agada 16+7reb+4ast, O.Lypovyy 13+4reb+3ast, O.Balvin 12+4reb, I.Sanon 10+1reb+3ast, M.Klassen 9+4reb+4ast, G.Clavell 9+1reb Rapla: K.Stephens 23+5reb, O.Tomic 15+3reb, D.Woods 15+6reb, T.Cheese 11+5reb+3ast, R.Laane 6+9ast, V.Kaarel 4 Rapla - VEF Riga 71-74 Sixth-ranked Estonian Rapla (12-10) made lots of trouble for second ranked Latvian VEF Riga (19-3) on Tuesday. The visitors from Riga managed to secure only three-point victory 74-71. However their fans expected much easier game. The best player for the winners was point guard Kristers Zoriks (193-1998, college: St.Mary's, CA) who scored 19 points and 7 assists. American point guard Glenn Cosey (183-1992, college: EKU) chipped in 10 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. American guard Kendall Stephens (198-1994, college: Nevada) produced 15 points and 7 rebounds and Bosnian center Obrad Tomic (208-1993, agency: PEPI SPORT) added 12 points and 10 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Rapla's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. VEF Riga have an impressive 16-game winning streak. Defending Latvian champion maintains second position with 19-3 record having just two point less than leader Prometey. Rapla at the other side dropped to the seventh place with ten games lost. VEF Riga are looking forward to face TalTech (#12) in Tallinn in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rapla will play at home against Parnu (#10) and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. Top scorers: VEF Riga: K.Zoriks 19+2reb+7ast, A.Miska 14+5reb, M.Gulbis 11+6reb, G.Cosey 10+6reb+8ast, A.Ate 9+7reb+2ast, A.Putans 5+1reb Rapla: T.Cheese 18+5reb, K.Stephens 15+7reb+1ast, O.Tomic 12+10reb+1ast, D.Woods 10+2reb, R.Laane 6+3reb+8ast, T.Niits 4+2reb+3ast |
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| Korisliiga Round 22: Kauhajoki beat Pyrinto by two after a very close game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Ninth-ranked Pyrinto (9-13) was very close to win a game against first ranked Kauhajoki (19-3) on Saturday. Kauhajoki managed to secure only two-point victory 80-78. However their fans expected much easier game. The hosts trailed by 6 points at the halftime before their 23-12 charge in the third quarter, which allowed them to win the game. Kauhajoki looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of international Henri Kantonen (198-1997, agency: Blacktop Management) who helped to win the game recording 13 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. American forward Jeffrey Crockett (201-1991, college: Texas Tech) contributed with 9 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Kauhajoki's coach Janne Koskimies used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American guard Ike Smith (193-1997, college: Georgia South) replied with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for Pyrinto. Kauhajoki have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 19-3 record. Pyrinto at the other side keeps the ninth place with 13 games lost. Tenth-ranked Lahti (7-15) was very close to win a game against second ranked Seagulls (16-6) in Helsinki. Seagulls managed to secure only three-point victory 98-95. However their fans expected much easier game. American players dominated the game. Power forward Zena Edosomwan (206-1993, college: Harvard) had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 14 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Jeffrey Carroll chipped in 21 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side forward Chris Clarke (196-1996, college: Texas Tech) responded with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 13 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Seagulls maintains second position with 16-6 record having just three points less than leader Kauhajoki. Lahti at the other side keeps the tenth place with 15 games lost. They share the position with Honka. Very important is a home loss of third ranked Kataja (13-9) against sixth ranked Kouvot (11-10) on Saturday night. Host Kataja was defeated by Kouvot in a tough game in Joensuu 91-100. American players dominated also this game. Deshon Taylor notched 35 points (!!!) and 5 assists to lead the effort. Even a double-double of 26 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists by Rahlir Hollis-Jefferson did not help to save the game for Kataja. Kouvot moved-up to fifth place. Loser Kataja keeps the third position with nine games lost. Other games in round 22 were not that significant. Honka was beaten by Kotka on the road 91-78. Vilpas lost to Korihait on its own court 98-101. Nokia unfortunately lost to Kobrat in Lapua 62-72. Kotka - Honka 91-78 No shocking result in a game when seventh ranked Kotka (11-11) beat at home 10th ranked Honka (7-15) 91-78 on Friday. The hosts trailed by 9 points at the halftime before their 51-29 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Kotka made 21-of-23 free shots (91.3 percent) during the game, while Honka only scored five points from the stripe. American guard Roydell Brown (198-1998, college: McNeese St.) notched 15 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort and swingman Vili Nyman (198-1998) supported him with 16 points and 5 rebounds. Even 22 points by Canadian guard Malcolm Duvivier (190-1995, college: Akron) did not help to save the game for Honka. American guard AJ Lawson (196-1997, college: Texas Southern, agency: Players Group) added 14 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Five Kotka and four Honka players scored in double figures. Honka's coach Aapo Heinonen rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Kotka moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Kobrat. Newly promoted Honka keeps the tenth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Lahti. Top scorers: Kotka: V.Nyman 16+5reb+3ast, R.Brown 15+7reb+3ast, J.Giles 15+7reb+2ast, B.Sly 14+2reb+7ast, B.Tabb 11+3reb+1ast, T.Kuukkanen 9+3reb+1ast Honka: M.Duvivier 22+4reb+3ast, J.Tripp 14+2reb+4ast, A.Lawson 14+8reb+1ast, M.Valtteri 10+3reb+1ast, T.Halme 6+2reb, T.Kotti 6+11reb+2ast Vilpas - Korihait 98-101 OT There was an upset when higher ranked Vilpas (12-10) was edged by bottom-ranked Korihait (5-17) in Salo 101-98 on Saturday. Vilpas was trailing by 3 points at halftime but managed to get 5-point lead after three quarters before a 27-22 charge of Korihait, which allowed them to tie the game at the end of regular time. They were better in overtime eventually winning that period 10-7. Korihait made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Vilpas turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Bosnian point guard Bojan Sarcevic (190-1988) notched a double-double by scoring 21 points, 8 rebounds and 12 assists to lead the effort and Canadian forward Prince Oduro (203-1998, college: Detroit) supported him with 22 points and 5 rebounds. Even 26 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists by American guard Quentin Goodin (193-1997, college: Xavier) did not help to save the game for Vilpas. Forward Riku Laine (197-1997) added 20 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Korihait maintains twelfth position with 5-17 record. Loser Vilpas keeps the fourth place with ten games lost. Top scorers: Korihait: P.Oduro 22+5reb+1ast, B.Sarcevic 21+8reb+12ast, N.Stampley 17+9reb+1ast, J.Jackson 12+4reb, Q.Cooper 8+3reb+1ast, M.Barnes 8+1reb+1ast Vilpas: Q.Goodin 26+5reb+5ast, R.Laine 20+5reb+1ast, P.Blomgren 12+2reb+5ast, I.Lee 10+11reb, I.Crawley 9+2reb+1ast, J.Nenonen 7+3reb Kataja - Kouvot 91-100 Very important is a home loss of third ranked Kataja (13-9) against sixth ranked Kouvot (11-10) on Saturday night. Host Kataja was defeated by Kouvot in a tough game in Joensuu 91-100. The guests started the game with a very strong first quarter 30-19. But Kataja won third quarter 32-20. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Kouvot made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. American players dominated also this game. Guard Deshon Taylor (188-1996, college: Fresno St.) notched 35 points (!!!) and 5 assists to lead the effort and guard Austin Butler (196, college: Charlotte) supported him with 15 points and 10 rebounds. Even a double-double of 26 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists by forward Rahlir Hollis-Jefferson (198-1991, college: Temple) did not help to save the game for Kataja. Guard Lamonte Turner (188-1997, college: Tennessee) added 21 points and 7 assists for lost side. Four Kouvot and five Kataja players scored in double figures. Kouvot moved-up to fifth place. Loser Kataja keeps the third position with nine games lost. Top scorers: Kouvot: D.Taylor 35+3reb+5ast, Q.Jackson 20+5reb, J.Meeks 20+4reb+4ast, A.Butler 15+10reb+3ast, M.Joel 3+3reb+2ast, H.Polla 3+3reb+1ast Kataja: R.Hollis-Jefferson 26+10reb+7ast, L.Turner 21+3reb+7ast, T.Exaucia 18+1reb+1ast, G.Smith 12+9reb+1ast, A.Egekeze 11+9reb+6ast, T.Knihtinen 3+1reb Seagulls - Lahti 98-95 Tenth-ranked Lahti (7-15) was very close to win a game against second ranked Seagulls (16-6) in Helsinki. Seagulls managed to secure only three-point victory 98-95. However their fans expected much easier game. It looked good early as Lahti took a 3-point small lead at the end of first quarter. But then Seagulls had a 31-19 second period charge getting the lead and Lahti was not able to take back game control losing it eventually 95-98. Seagulls dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Lahti's 40. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists. Seagulls brought some defensive toughness making 8 blocks. American players dominated the game. Power forward Zena Edosomwan (206-1993, college: Harvard) had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 14 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and swingman Jeffrey Carroll (198-1994, college: OK State) chipped in 21 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side forward Chris Clarke (196-1996, college: Texas Tech) responded with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 13 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals and guard Michael Ertel II (188-1999, college: UAB) scored 26 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Seagulls maintains second position with 16-6 record having just three points less than leader Kauhajoki. Lahti at the other side keeps the tenth place with 15 games lost. They share the position with Honka. Top scorers: Seagulls: Z.Edosomwan 25+14reb+2ast, J.Carroll 21+8reb+2ast, R.Rougeau 17+7reb+6ast, A.Kanervo 16+2reb+5ast, L.Nikkarinen 8+4reb+9ast, R.Hall III 6+2reb+2ast Lahti: C.Clarke 29+13reb+8ast, M.Ertel II 26+4reb+2ast, L.Eemi 16+3reb+3ast, R.Waxlax 14+5reb, H.Ventoniemi 4+1reb, E.Sajantila 3+5reb+2ast Kobrat - Nokia 72-62 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when eighth ranked Kobrat (11-11) won against 7th ranked Nokia (10-11) in Lapua 72-62 on Saturday. The hosts trailed by 5 points at the halftime before their 38-23 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Americans were the main players on the court. Power forward Javion Ogunyemi (206-1995, college: Siena) notched a double-double by scoring 18 points and 15 rebounds to lead the effort and forward Danny Pippen (206-1997, college: Kent St.) supported him with 20 points and 9 rebounds. Even 16 points and 8 rebounds by power forward Alan Herndon (206-1994, college: Wyoming) did not help to save the game for Nokia. Guard Johnathan Stove (193-1995, college: Louisiana, agency: One Motive Sports) added 16 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Nokia's coach Greg Gibson rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Kobrat moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Kotka. Loser Nokia dropped to the eighth position with 11 games lost. Top scorers: Kobrat: K.Jackson 22+4reb+6ast, D.Pippen 20+9reb+3ast, J.Ogunyemi 18+15reb, A.Nikkarinen 4+2reb+1ast, D.Livingston 4+6reb, J.Kilpinen 2+1reb Nokia: A.Herndon 16+8reb+1ast, J.Stove 16+5reb, A.Lehto 11+2reb+4ast, P.Callandret 6+4reb+3ast, N.Mattila 5+2reb+2ast, M.Laihonen 3+6reb Kauhajoki - Pyrinto 80-78 Ninth-ranked Pyrinto (9-13) was very close to win a game against first ranked Kauhajoki (19-3) on Saturday. Kauhajoki managed to secure only two-point victory 80-78. However their fans expected much easier game. The hosts trailed by 6 points at the halftime before their 23-12 charge in the third quarter, which allowed them to win the game. Kauhajoki looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of international Henri Kantonen (198-1997, agency: Blacktop Management) who helped to win the game recording 13 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. American forward Jeffrey Crockett (201-1991, college: Texas Tech) contributed with 9 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Kauhajoki's coach Janne Koskimies used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American guard Ike Smith (193-1997, college: Georgia South) replied with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and his fellow American import forward Tylan Birts (197-1996, college: Barry) added 19 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Pyrinto. Four Kauhajoki and five Pyrinto players scored in double figures. Kauhajoki have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 19-3 record. Pyrinto at the other side keeps the ninth place with 13 games lost. Top scorers: Kauhajoki: S.Kaukiainen 13+4reb+4ast, H.Kantonen 13+5reb+7ast, C.Jones 11+6reb+5ast, L.Skinner 10+6reb+1ast, J.Crockett 9+10reb+4ast, D.Dolenc 9+3reb Pyrinto: I.Smith 22+11reb+4ast, T.Birts 19+7reb+2ast, P.Peltokangas 15+3reb+2ast, J.Lawrence 10+8reb+1ast, L.Thorpe 10+4reb+3ast, P.Arttu 2+4reb+2ast |
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| NM1 Round 20: #1 Union Rennes are defeated by Poitiers - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Union Rennes (15-5) at the home court on Friday night. Hosts were defeated by ninth ranked Poitiers (11-9) 86-77. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Union Rennes. Poitiers forced 19 Union Rennes turnovers. They shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 51.9 percentage. Worth to mention a great performance of American swingman Marcus Relphorde (198-1988, college: Colorado) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 5 assists and Canadian-Nigerian guard Keith Omoerah (194-1992, college: Manitoba, agency: BIG) who added 12 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Poitiers' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. point guard Sebastien Cape (185-1993) responded with 14 points and 8 assists. Poitiers have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Union Rennes at the other side still keeps top position with five games lost. Poitiers is looking forward to face higher ranked Vendee Challans (#4) at home in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Union Rennes will play against C'Chartres and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Very important is a home loss of second ranked Loon-Plage (14-6) against sixth ranked Vitre (11-9) on Friday night. Host Loon-Plage was defeated by Vitre in Loon-Plage 80-66. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Loon-Plage. The winners were led by point guard Louis Prolhac (177-1991) who scored that evening 19 points and 8 assists and Vincent Fandelet supported him with 13 points and 7 rebounds. Even 13 points and 5 rebounds by American power forward Ron Anderson Jr (203-1989, college: S.Florida) did not help to save the game for Loon-Plage. Vitre moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Newly promoted Loon-Plage keeps the second position with six games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Vitre will play against Les Sables (#12) in Les Sables-D'Ollone in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Loon-Plage will play on the road against Berck (#13) and hopes to get back on the winning track. NM1 top team - SPO Rouen (16-4) managed to deliver another win on Friday. This time they beat eighth ranked Besancon (10-10) 87-77. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Besancon. The best player for the winners was Karim Gourari who scored 18 points and 7 rebounds. Mykal Riley produced 19 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. SPO Rouen maintains first position with 16-4 record. Loser Besancon keeps the eighth place with ten games lost. SPO Rouen will meet at home SO Maritime Boulogne (#12) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Besancon will play against the league's second-placed STB Le Havre (#2) and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 20: Rueil won against Tours on the opponent's court 82-77. Tarbes-Lourdes unfortunately lost to Berck in a home game 64-82. Pole France was rolled over Challans on the road 58-78. Les Sables was defeated by Toulouse on its own court 71-85. Chartres beat Lorient in a road game 81-67. Orchies destroyed Cergy-Pontoise at home 90-67. Le Havre outscored Lyon on the opponent's court 89-66. Caen managed to beat Pont-de-Cheruy in a home game 74-69. Andrezieux was defeated by Mulhouse on the road 92-74. Boulogne smashed Kaysersberg on its own court 89-65. Hyeres-Toulon was destroyed by Feurs CTC in a road game 77-57. The most impressive stats of the last round was 25 points and 6 rebounds by Kevin Mondesir of Lorient. Group ARennes - Poitiers 77-86The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Union Rennes (15-5) at the home court on Friday night. Hosts were defeated by ninth ranked Poitiers (11-9) 86-77. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Union Rennes. Poitiers forced 19 Union Rennes turnovers. They shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 51.9 percentage. Worth to mention a great performance of American swingman Marcus Relphorde (198-1988, college: Colorado) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 5 assists and Canadian-Nigerian guard Keith Omoerah (194-1992, college: Manitoba, agency: BIG) who added 12 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Five Poitiers players scored in double figures. Poitiers' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Point guard Sebastien Cape (185-1993) responded with 14 points and 8 assists and naturalized Mali point guard Ibrahima Sidibe (180-1995) scored 18 points. Poitiers have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Union Rennes at the other side still keeps top position with five games lost. Poitiers is looking forward to face higher ranked Vendee Challans (#4) at home in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Union Rennes will play against C'Chartres and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Poitiers: M.Relphorde 25+3reb+5ast, K.Mendy 14+4reb+3ast, K.Omoerah 12+9reb+3ast, B.Coulibaly 11+5reb+1ast, C.Pontens 10+2reb+4ast, J.Jeanne 8+1reb Rennes: I.Sidibe 18+2reb+1ast, S.Cape 14+1reb+8ast, C.Sekou-Conde 11+6reb+2ast, L.Behrend 9+2reb+2ast, F.Matip 8+5reb+1ast, J.Sclear 7+4reb+3ast Tours - Rueil 77-82 Rather expected game when 10th ranked Tours (7-13) was defeated at home by seventh ranked Rueil (11-9) 82-77 on Friday. Rueil made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was swingman Steven Ricard (200-1990) who scored 31 points and 7 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Point guard Matteo Legat (191-1996) chipped in 20 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Swingman Pierre-Etienne Drouault (196-1990) produced 24 points and American swingman Scott Suggs (197-1989, college: Washington) added 12 points and 6 assists respectively for the hosts. Rueil have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Tours keeps the tenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Rueil will meet at home Lorient (#6) in the next round. Tours will play against Toulouse (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Rueil: S.Ricard 31+7reb+2ast, M.Legat 20+8reb+5ast, W.Racine 10+4reb+3ast, A.Sumbry 9+4reb, J.Morency 8+6reb+2ast, F.Braga 2+3reb+2ast Tours: P.Drouault 24+2reb+1ast, S.Suggs 12+3reb+6ast, T.Daval-Braquet 10+3reb, J.Tchicamboud 9+2reb+5ast, A.Kader Sylla 7+6reb+2ast, V.Valentin 6+4reb Loon-Plage - Vitre 66-80 Very important is a home loss of second ranked Loon-Plage (14-6) against sixth ranked Vitre (11-9) on Friday night. Host Loon-Plage was defeated by Vitre in Loon-Plage 80-66. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Loon-Plage. Vitre shot the lights out from three nailing 13 long-distance shots on high 59.1 percentage. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. The winners were led by point guard Louis Prolhac (177-1991) who scored that evening 19 points and 8 assists and forward Vincent Fandelet (199-1992) supported him with 13 points and 7 rebounds. Even 13 points and 5 rebounds by American power forward Ron Anderson Jr (203-1989, college: S.Florida) did not help to save the game for Loon-Plage. Swingman Tony Housieaux (199-1989) added 13 points and 6 rebounds for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Vitre moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Newly promoted Loon-Plage keeps the second position with six games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Vitre will play against Les Sables (#12) in Les Sables-D'Ollone in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Loon-Plage will play on the road against Berck (#13) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Vitre: L.Prolhac 19+2reb+8ast, V.Fandelet 13+7reb+2ast, B.Hugo 12+2reb+1ast, K.Incredule 11+4reb+2ast, N.Burrell 10+1reb+2ast, C.Jubenot 7+3reb+2ast Loon-Plage: R.Antoine 13+3ast, R.Anderson Jr. 13+5reb+3ast, T.Housieaux 13+6reb+1ast, P.Hannequin 10+1reb+5ast, D.Christopher 6+1reb+2ast, S.Saumont 5+6reb+2ast Tarbes-Lourdes - Berck 64-82 There was a small surprise when thirteenth ranked Berck (6-14) defeated on the road 11th ranked Lourdes-Tarbes (7-13) 82-64 on Friday. Berck shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 53.3 percentage. The best player for the winners was Cameroonian forward Arthur Ekani (199-1988) who scored 22 points. Swingman Adrien Henocq (194-1996) chipped in 11 points and 5 assists. Four Berck players scored in double figures. Point guard Remi Lesca (180-1990) produced 11 points and 8 assists and Desmond Quincy-Jones (201-1985, college: Pace) added 15 points respectively for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Berck moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Boulogne. Loser Lourdes-Tarbes dropped to the tenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Berck will meet at home league's second-placed Loon-Plage in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Lourdes-Tarbes will play against CFBB (#14) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Berck: A.Ekani 22+3reb+2ast, K.Ajenifuja 12+4reb, A.Henocq 11+3reb+5ast, T.Tshikaya 10+7reb, D.Gentil 7+2ast, F.Chapuy 6+3reb+2ast Tarbes-Lourdes: D.Quincy-Jones 15+3reb+1ast, D.Wallace 12+3reb+1ast, R.Lesca 11+1reb+8ast, T.Wiscart Goetz 8+2reb+2ast, C.Nelson 7+7reb+1ast, M.Ludovic 4+6reb+2ast Challans - Pole France 78-58 Not a big story in a game when 14th ranked CFBB (3-17) was rolled over on the road by fourth ranked Vendee Challans (12-8) 78-58 on Friday. Vendee Challans looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Bahamas forward Radshad Davis (195-1996, college: FIU) who scored 17 points. Guard Paul Turpin (192-1993) chipped in 15 points. Point guard Nolan Traore (190-2006) produced 13 points and 6 assists and point guard Talis Soulhac (186-2006) added 11 points and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Vendee Challans maintains fourth position with 12-8 record. CFBB lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth place with 17 games lost. They share the position with Hyeres-Toulon. Vendee Challans will meet Poitiers (#7) on the road in the next round. CFBB will play against Lourdes-Tarbes (#11) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Challans: R.Davis 17+4reb+1ast, P.Turpin 15+3reb+1ast, E.Bosc 11+3ast, M.Gosselin 8+5reb+2ast, P.Clerence 8+5reb, J.Bichard 7+3reb+8ast Pole France: T.Nolan 13+4reb+6ast, S.Talis 11+2reb+4ast, E.Noa 11+5reb, P.Theo 6+5reb+4ast, M.Henri-Spprano 5, D.Mohamed 3+3reb Les Sables - Toulouse 71-85 The game between closely ranked teams ended with ninth ranked Toulouse's (11-9) road victory over 10th ranked Les Sables (7-13) 85-71 on Saturday. Toulouse made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was Cedric Andre (202-1993) who scored 23 points. Point guard Victor Mopsus (179-1999) chipped in 12 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Toulouse players scored in double figures. Point guard Lucas Plasse (185-1997) produced 7 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists and naturalized Iranian swingman Navide Niktash (203-1991, agency: BIG) added 14 points respectively for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Toulouse moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Les Sables keeps the tenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Toulouse will meet at home Tours (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. Les Sables will play against Vitre and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Toulouse: C.Andre 23+4reb+3ast, M.Dadiet 14+4reb+3ast, M.Kimbrough 12+3reb+2ast, V.Mopsus 12+6reb+5ast, O.Yao-Delon 11+1reb, S.Mekdad 6+3reb+1ast Les Sables: N.Niktash 14+3reb, J.Trapp 11+1reb+2ast, T.Badiane 10+4reb, G.Lessort 8+5reb+3ast, L.Plasse 7+6reb+9ast, B.Dohou 6+3reb Lorient - Chartres 67-81 There was no surprise when 5th ranked Lorient (11-9) was defeated at home by third ranked C'Chartres (14-6) 81-67 on Saturday. C'Chartres dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Lorient's 22 and made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. C'Chartres looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was naturalized Guyanese forward Gide Noel (200-1993) who scored 22 points and 5 assists. Forward Jeremy Ricard-Dorigo (200-1994) chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds. Kevin Mondesir (204-1991) produced 25 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Hugo Suhard (184-1992) added 8 points and 8 assists respectively for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. C'Chartres moved-up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Lorient keeps the fifth position with nine games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. C'Chartres will meet at home league's leader Union Rennes in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Lorient will play against Rueil (#9) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Chartres: G.Noel 22+4reb+5ast, J.Ricard-Dorigo 14+8reb+1ast, V.Mukuna 12+8reb+1ast, Y.Siegwarth 9+2reb+4ast, M.Pellin 8+3reb+6ast, D.Ugo 6+1reb+3ast Lorient: K.Mondesir 25+6reb+2ast, Q.Hanck 9+2reb+3ast, H.Suhard 8+3reb+8ast, I.Djambo 6+4reb, Q.Losser 5+1ast, A.Sy 4+6reb+1ast Group BOrchies - Cergy-Pontoise 90-67No shocking result in a game in Orchies where fourth ranked Orchesien BC (14-6) outleveled 11th ranked Pontoise (7-13) 90-67 on Saturday. They outrebounded Pontoise 39-21 including a 30-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Orchesien BC looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was American power forward Joe Burton (203-1990, college: Oregon St., agency: GoEmpire Group) who had a double-double by scoring 20 points, 17 rebounds and 8 assists. Lithuanian Augustinas Venckus (190-1997) chipped in 28 points and 5 assists. Senegalese center Adama Diakhite (205-1997) produced 14 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and swingman Francois Kuyo (193-1995) added 13 points and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Orchesien BC have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Pontoise dropped to the tenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Orchesien BC will meet Andrezieux (#7) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Pontoise will play against Caen and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Orchies: A.Venckus 28+3reb+5ast, J.Burton 20+17reb+8ast, J.Verbeke 13+3reb+1ast, H.Romain 8+3reb+1ast, A.Prugnieres 8+4reb, A.Rigaux 5+1reb+11ast Cergy-Pontoise: D.Adama 14+6reb+2ast, K.Francois 13+3reb+4ast, J.Randriamananjara 9+2reb+2ast, L.Gendrey 8, H.Thomas 6+2reb+2ast, D.Nunn 6+3reb+5ast Besancon - Rouen 77-87 NM1 top team - SPO Rouen (16-4) managed to deliver another win on Friday. This time they beat eighth ranked Besancon (10-10) 87-77. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Besancon. SPO Rouen made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. They also forced 27 Besancon turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Moroccan forward Karim Gourari (203-1989) who scored 18 points and 7 rebounds. Point guard Thomas Prost (180-1996) chipped in 14 points. American Mykal Riley (198-1985, college: Alabama) produced 19 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and power forward Guillaume Valayer (201-1996) added 6 points and 11 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Four Besancon players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. SPO Rouen maintains first position with 16-4 record. Loser Besancon keeps the eighth place with ten games lost. SPO Rouen will meet at home SO Maritime Boulogne (#12) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Besancon will play against the league's second-placed STB Le Havre (#2) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Rouen: K.Gourari 18+7reb+2ast, T.Prost 14+2reb+2ast, F.Fortas 11+2reb, A.Cumberbatch 9+4reb+1ast, W.Mensah 8+1reb+7ast, G.David 7 Besancon: M.Riley 19+6reb+5ast, S.Kanoute 12+4reb+2ast, J.Boucaud 12+1reb+1ast, A.Elechi 11+5reb+1ast, N.Knezevic 8+3ast, F.Prenom 6+4reb+1ast Lyon - Le Havre 66-89 Very expected game when 9th ranked Lyon (8-12) was crushed at home by second ranked STB Le Havre (14-6) 89-66 on Friday. STB Le Havre shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 54.5 percentage. The best player for the winners was American forward Fred Thomas (196-1993, college: MSU) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Valentin Bigote (196-1992) chipped in 30 points. Guard Romain Parmentelot (190-2004) produced 15 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Sya Plaucoste (193-2001) added 16 points respectively for the hosts. STB Le Havre have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 14-6 record behind leader Rouen, which they share with 4 other teams. Lyon lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth place with 12 games lost. STB Le Havre will meet Besancon (#8) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Lyon will play against Hyeres-Toulon and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Le Havre: V.Bigote 30+2reb+1ast, F.Thomas 26+10reb+4ast, S.Barro 14+14reb+1ast, S.N'Dir 6+3ast, D.Nseke Ebele 5+7reb+4ast, O.Sylla 4 Lyon: S.Plaucoste 16+3reb+2ast, P.Romain 15+8reb+4ast, A.Levarity 14+5reb+1ast, T.Lefebvre 7+1reb+3ast, D.Gana 6+6reb+2ast, T.Dioumassi 4+2reb+3ast Caen - Pont-de-Cheruy 74-69 Rather predictable result when fourth ranked Caen (14-6) defeated at home 6th ranked SOPCC (11-9) 74-69 on Friday. The best player for the winners was Kenyan-American forward Joel Awich (201-1993, college: Cal Poly) who scored 12 points and 5 rebounds. Swingman Florian Thibedore (193-1990) chipped in 14 points. Caen's coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. DR Congolese Yasmin Mambo (205-2002) produced 19 points and 7 rebounds and naturalized Mali guard Ludovic Chelle (186-1983) added 15 points and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Caen have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser SOPCC dropped to the fifth position with nine games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Caen will meet Pontoise (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. SOPCC will play against Feurs CTC (#9) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Caen: F.Thibedore 14+1reb+1ast, J.Awich 12+5reb+1ast, B.Pope 10+2reb, Y.Smock 9+2reb+1ast, V.Lucas 6+4reb+1ast, P.N'Jiba 6+1reb+2ast Pont-de-Cheruy: M.Yasmin 19+7reb+1ast, L.Chelle 15+1reb+4ast, J.Eyoum 13+2reb+3ast, N.Maydden 9+4reb+1ast, N.Seydou Ousmane 7+6reb+4ast, T.Lucas 6+6reb+2ast Mulhouse - Andrezieux 92-74 Not a big story in a game when 7th ranked Andrezieux (11-9) was defeated on the road by fifth ranked Mulhouse (13-7) 92-74 on Friday. Mulhouse made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Andrezieux turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by Andrezieux's players. The best player for the winners was Spanish center Victor Serrano (210-1989) who scored 24 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Quentin Diehl (185-1991) chipped in 26 points and 5 assists. Naturalized Mali center Moustapha Diarra (205-1987, college: USF) produced 10 points and 9 rebounds and Senegalese forward Pape Diop (202-1996, college: Cape Breton) added 14 points respectively for the guests. Four Andrezieux players scored in double figures. Mulhouse maintains fifth position with 13-7 record which they share with defeated Andrezieux. Loser Andrezieux dropped to the fifth place with nine games lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Mulhouse will meet Kaysersberg (#13) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Andrezieux will play against Orchesien BC (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Mulhouse: Q.Diehl 26+1reb+5ast, V.Serrano 24+7reb+2ast, A.Falzon 17+3reb+1ast, M.Hugo 9+1ast, F.Pouaveyoun 8+4reb+2ast, A.Dudit 5+1reb+8ast Andrezieux: J.Burrows 15+2reb+1ast, P.Diop 14+4reb+1ast, T.Bouteille 11+3reb+3ast, M.Diarra 10+9reb, L.Weber 9+3reb+4ast, H.Dumortier 7+3reb+4ast Boulogne - Kaysersberg 89-65 The game between closely ranked teams ended with twelfth ranked SO Maritime Boulogne's (6-14) home victory over 13th ranked Kaysersberg (4-16) 89-65 on Friday. SO Maritime Boulogne looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Kaysersberg's players. The best player for the winners was Serbian-Montenegrin power forward Luka Nikolic (209-1994) who had a double-double by scoring 27 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Pierre Truffert (189-1999) chipped in 13 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Four SO Maritime Boulogne players scored in double figures. SO Maritime Boulogne's coach felt very confident that he used 10 players saving starting five for next games. Point guard Gregory Bengaber (186-1997) produced 11 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and Boukhary Cissoko (198-2000) added 16 points respectively for the guests. SO Maritime Boulogne maintains twelfth position with 6-14 record, which they share with Berck. Kaysersberg lost third consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth place with 16 games lost. SO Maritime Boulogne will meet league's leader SPO Rouen on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Kaysersberg will play against Mulhouse (#5) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Boulogne: L.Nikolic 27+13reb+5ast, W.Davis 18+3ast, P.Truffert 13+5reb+4ast, C.Gassama 10+3reb+3ast, G.Berchel 9+2reb, N.Martin 4+3reb+3ast Kaysersberg: B.Cissoko 16+2reb+3ast, G.Bengaber 11+7reb+5ast, A.Anderson 8+1reb, Y.Solle 8+6reb+1ast, A.Simon 8+7reb, C.Jean-Francois 5+4reb Feurs CTC - Hyeres-Toulon 77-57 There was no surprise when 14th ranked Hyeres-Toulon (3-17) was outplayed on the road by tenth ranked Feurs CTC (9-11) 77-57 on Friday. Feurs CTC made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Feurs CTC outrebounded Hyeres-Toulon 40-27 including 29 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was Cameroonian power forward Franck Yangue (205-1990, agency: Inception Sports) who scored 15 points and 9 rebounds. Mali forward Ibrahima Haidara (202-1992) chipped in 13 points and 8 rebounds. Four Feurs CTC players scored in double figures. Forward Oumarou Baradji (202-1989) produced 8 points and 9 rebounds and Guinean center Daouda Conde (204-1992) added 12 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. Feurs CTC moved-up to ninth place. Hyeres-Toulon lost fourth consecutive game. Hyeres-Toulon at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the fourteenth position with 17 games lost. They share it with Pole France. Feurs CTC will meet higher ranked SOPCC (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Hyeres-Toulon will play against Lyon (#10) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Feurs CTC: F.Yangue 15+9reb+2ast, I.Haidara 13+8reb+3ast, J.Zero 12+5reb+1ast, D.Archinard 11+1reb+3ast, H.Comby 9+3reb+1ast, A.Spinali 6+7reb+2ast Hyeres-Toulon: D.Conde 12+5reb, M.Staniulis 9+1reb+1ast, J.Ouattara 9+5reb+1ast, J.Camille 8+3reb+2ast, O.Baradji 8+9reb, R.Wilson 5+1ast |
| ProB Round 16: Chalon/Saor keep a leadership position - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Chalon/Saor as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Chalon/Saor defeated 14th ranked ALM Evreux at home 77-64. They outrebounded ALM Evreux 37-25 including 25 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of Damien Bouquet (196-1994) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and the former international guard Antoine Eito (188-1988) who added 11 points and 7 assists during the contest. Chalon/Saor's coach Savo Vucevic used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side point guard Tommy Ghezala (184-1992) responded with 14 points and 4 assists. Chalon/Saor have a solid three-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. ALM Evreux at the other side keeps the fourteenth place with ten games lost. ALM Evreux will play next round against ASA trying to get back on the winning streak. Chalon/Saor will try to continue on its current victory against sixth ranked Chalons-Reims on the road. Important game to mention about took place in Vichy. Sixth ranked Lille Metropole (10-6) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging 3rd ranked JA Vichy (11-5) 107-104 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of JA Vichy. The winners were led by Spanish guard Marcos Suka-Umu (193-1985) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 23 points and 11 assists (made all of his eight free throws) and Lien Phillip supported him with 25 points and 9 rebounds. Even 49 points (!!!) by American guard Tray Boyd III (193-1998, college: ETSU) did not help to save the game for JA Vichy. JA Vichy's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Lille Metropole moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Chalons-Reims. JA Vichy at the other side keeps the third position with five games lost. They share it with Boulazac. Lille Metropole will play against Entente Orleans 45 (#9) at home in the next round. JA Vichy will play against Aix-Maurienne (#18) in Aix-les-Bains and hopes to get back on the winning track. A very close game took place in Saint Chamond between ALM Evreux and Saint Chamond. Fourteenth ranked ALM Evreux (5-10) got a very close victory on the road over 15th ranked Saint Chamond (5-11). ALM Evreux managed to escape with a 2-point win 86-84 in the fight for the fourteenth place. Ilias Kamardine fired 18 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Josh Ajayi produced 22 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Saint Chamond's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. ALM Evreux maintains fourteenth position with 5-10 record. Saint Chamond lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with Stade Rochelais and Saint Vallier. ALM Evreux will meet at home higher ranked ASA (#13) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Saint Chamond will play against La Rochelle and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 16: Boulazac won against Aix-Maurienne on the opponent's court 87-80. Angers managed to outperform Nantes in a home game 86-74. Stade Rochelais recorded a loss to ASA on the road 79-75. Denain-Voltaire was defeated by Chalons-Reims on its own court 77-81. Saint Vallier was beaten by Saint Quentin in Saint-Quentin 71-66. Orleans lost to Antibes at home 71-80. St. Chamond unfortunately lost to Quimper on the opponent's court 81-93. Aix-Maurienne - Boulazac 80-87 Very expected game in Aix-les-Bains where 18th ranked Aix-Maurienne (4-12) was defeated by fourth ranked Boulazac Basket (11-5) 87-80 on Friday. Boulazac Basket made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Croatian point guard Martin Junakovic (188-1994, agency: PEPI SPORT) fired 20 points and 6 assists for the winners (made all of his seven free throws). Bathiste Tchouaffe (196-1998) chipped in 21 points. Surinamese forward Gavin Kensmil (201-1998, college: SF Austin) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds and American point guard David Nichols (183-1996, college: FSU) added 19 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Boulazac Basket moved-up to third place, which they share with Vichy Clermont. Aix-Maurienne lost fourth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 12 games lost. Boulazac Basket will meet at home league's second-placed Saint-Quentin in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Aix-Maurienne will play against JA Vichy (#3) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Aix-Maurienne: D.Nichols 19+3ast, G.Kensmil 18+10reb+1ast, L.Hergott 8+5reb+1ast, J.Garcia 8+5reb+2ast, C.Carne 7+1reb+2ast, F.Corentin 6+1reb+1ast Boulazac: B.Tchouaffe 21+1reb+2ast, M.Junakovic 20+6ast, O.Cortale 9+7reb+1ast, N.de Jong 8+4reb+3ast, R.Kelly 6+2reb+2ast, C.Sane 6+2reb+1ast Angers - Nantes 86-74 Rather predictable result when seventh ranked Etoile Angers (9-7) defeated at home 10th ranked Nantes (7-8) 86-74 on Friday. They outrebounded Nantes 48-28 including a 19-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. American point guard Akaemji Williams (175-1996, college: LSSU) fired 26 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners. American-Bahamas forward Jonathan Augustin-Fairell (201-1993, college: Murray St.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points and 15 rebounds. American guard JaCori Payne (180-1996, college: Columbus St.) produced 15 points and 9 assists (made all of his seven free throws) and Kevin Dinal (200-1993) added 10 points and 11 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Etoile Angers and four Nantes players scored in double figures. Etoile Angers have a solid three-game winning streak. Newly promoted Etoile Angers maintains seventh position with 9-7 record, which they share with Antibes. Loser Nantes keeps the tenth place with eight games lost. Etoile Angers will meet Olympique Antibes (#8) on the road in the next round. Nantes will play against Quimper UJAP and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Nantes: T.Hieu-Courtois 16, J.Payne 15+1reb+9ast, T.Smith 12+4reb+4ast, K.Dinal 10+11reb+1ast, R.Rhoomes 8+3reb, G.Chathuant 7+2reb Angers: A.Williams 26+6reb+8ast, F.Leopold 15+6reb, Y.Choupas 13+3reb+3ast, M.Akuchie 11+6reb, J.Augustin-Fairell 11+15reb+1ast, Y.Morose 7+3reb+3ast ASA - Stade Rochelais 79-75 Everything could happen in Gries at the game between two tied teams. Both seventeenth ranked ASA and 14th ranked La Rochelle had identical 5-10 record. This time ASA used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from La Rochelle 79-75 on Friday night. ASA looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Serbian power forward Strahinja Gavrilovic (206-1993, college: USC) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Naturalized Spanish guard Tom Digbeu (195-2001) chipped in 9 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists. Jamaican-Canadian point guard Javon Masters (183-1994, college: UNB, agency: Blacktop Management) produced 23 points and 7 rebounds and Jerome Sanchez (197-1990) added 11 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. ASA (6-10) moved-up to thirteenth place. La Rochelle lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the fifteenth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Saint Vallier and St. Chamond. ASA will meet ALM Evreux (#14) on the road in the next round. La Rochelle will play against Saint Chamond and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Stade Rochelais: J.Masters 23+7reb+2ast, J.Sanchez 11+6reb+2ast, D.Salic 8+7reb+1ast, R.Turner III 8+3reb+3ast, R.Kayembe 6+4reb, G.Clerc 5+4reb+2ast ASA: S.Gavrilovic 22+12reb+1ast, J.Diggs 12+6ast, A.Racine 11+1reb, S.Briki 10+2reb+3ast, C.Eliezer-Vanerot 9+5reb, T.Digbeu 9+12reb+6ast Denain-Voltaire - Chalons-Reims 77-81 Everything went according to plan when sixth ranked Chalons-Reims (10-6) beat on the road 11th ranked Denain Voltaire (7-9) 81-77 on Friday. American point guard Marquis Jackson (183-1994, college: Ohio Christian) fired 19 points for the winners. Cuban power forward Grismay Paumier (205-1988) chipped in 13 points and 7 rebounds. Swedish Johan Lofberg (199-1995) produced 23 points and Nigerian-American forward Chuba Ohams (206-1997, college: Fordham) added 15 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Chalons-Reims moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Lille. Denain Voltaire lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Quimper. Chalons-Reims will meet at home league's leader Chalon/Saor in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Denain Voltaire will play against Saint Vallier (#17) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Denain-Voltaire: J.Lofberg 23+1reb+2ast, C.Ohams 15+8reb+1ast, B.Edwards 12+6reb, B.Niasse 11+3reb+2ast, M.Oguine 9+2reb+5ast, D.Radnic 5+2reb+1ast Chalons-Reims: M.Jackson 19+4reb+3ast, L.Sambe 16+4reb+3ast, T.Crusol 15+3reb+5ast, G.Paumier 13+7reb+3ast, S.Gbetkom Bikantchou 8+5reb+2ast, D.Skara 7+8reb+1ast Saint Quentin - Saint Vallier 71-66 There was no surprise when 16th ranked Saint Vallier (5-11) was defeated on the road by third ranked Saint-Quentin (11-3) 71-66 on Friday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Saint-Quentin looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Forward William Pfister (202-1995, college: FAU) fired 7 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. American-Trinidad and Tobago point guard Terrell Gomez (173-1998, college: SDSU) chipped in 12 points and 5 assists. Bahamas center Dwight Coleby (206-1994, college: WKU, agency: Interperformances) produced 17 points and 9 rebounds and Spanish point guard Xavier Forcada (193-1988) added 8 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Saint Vallier's coach Philippe Namyst tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Saint-Quentin moved-up to second place. Loser Saint Vallier dropped to the fifteenth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Stade Rochelais and St. Chamond. Saint-Quentin will meet Boulazac Basket (#4) on the road in the next round. Saint Vallier will play against Denain Voltaire (#11) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Saint Vallier: D.Coleby 17+9reb+1ast, A.Thomas 14+2reb, F.Ateba 12, X.Forcada 8+9reb+5ast, K.Facey 6+7reb, J.Ferguson 6+3reb+4ast Saint Quentin: T.Gomez 12+1reb+5ast, M.Dossou-Yovo 10+6reb, A.Melvin 10+2reb+2ast, B.Gillet 8+2reb+6ast, L.Schwartz 7+4reb+3ast, B.Lucas 7+1reb+4ast Vichy Clermont - Lille 104-107 Important game to mention about took place in Vichy. Sixth ranked Lille Metropole (10-6) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging 3rd ranked JA Vichy (11-5) 107-104 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of JA Vichy. Lille Metropole made 20-of-24 charity shots (83.3 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by JA Vichy's players. The winners were led by Spanish guard Marcos Suka-Umu (193-1985) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 23 points and 11 assists (made all of his eight free throws) and Vincentian-Canadian forward Lien Phillip (203-1989, college: Windsor) supported him with 25 points and 9 rebounds. Even 49 points (!!!) by American guard Tray Boyd III (193-1998, college: ETSU) did not help to save the game for JA Vichy. Ivorian Cedric Bah (198-1994) added 11 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Five Lille Metropole and four JA Vichy players scored in double figures. JA Vichy's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Lille Metropole moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Chalons-Reims. JA Vichy at the other side keeps the third position with five games lost. They share it with Boulazac. Lille Metropole will play against Entente Orleans 45 (#9) at home in the next round. JA Vichy will play against Aix-Maurienne (#18) in Aix-les-Bains and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Vichy Clermont: T.Boyd III 49+4reb+3ast, C.Bah 11+6reb+2ast, G.Mamadou 11+3reb+3ast, P.Noah 10+7reb+1ast, L.Delaunay 8+2reb+1ast, T.Ville 5+4ast Lille: L.Phillip 25+9reb+3ast, M.Suka-Umu 23+4reb+11ast, L.Thirouard-Samson 19+1reb+2ast, V.Golson Jr. 16+4reb+3ast, B.Vautier 12+5reb+1ast, G.Meyniel 6+5reb+7ast Chalon/Saone - Evreux 77-64 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Chalon/Saor as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Chalon/Saor defeated 14th ranked ALM Evreux at home 77-64. They outrebounded ALM Evreux 37-25 including 25 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of Damien Bouquet (196-1994) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and the former international guard Antoine Eito (188-1988) who added 11 points and 7 assists during the contest. Chalon/Saor's coach Savo Vucevic used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side point guard Tommy Ghezala (184-1992) responded with 14 points and 4 assists and DR Congolese-American guard Christian Lutete (196-1996, college: UMass Lowell) scored 13 points. Chalon/Saor have a solid three-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. ALM Evreux at the other side keeps the fourteenth place with ten games lost. ALM Evreux will play next round against ASA trying to get back on the winning streak. Chalon/Saor will try to continue on its current victory against sixth ranked Chalons-Reims on the road. Top scorers: Evreux: T.Ghezala 14+3reb+4ast, C.Lutete 13+4reb+1ast, K.Ilias 8+1reb+2ast, M.Hugo 7+4reb+1ast, L.Asceric 5+2reb+3ast, P.Marinelli 5+3ast Chalon/Saone: D.Bouquet 22+3reb+3ast, S.Raharimanantoanina 14+3reb, A.Eito 11+3reb+7ast, G.Kyshawn 7, L.Gaudoux 6+4reb, L.Lapornik 6+4reb+2ast Orleans - Antibes 71-80 Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both eighth ranked Olympique Antibes and 9th ranked Entente Orleans 45 had identical 8-7 record. But Entente Orleans 45 was not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Antibes 80-71 on Saturday night. Olympique Antibes outrebounded Entente Orleans 45 35-20 including 27 on the defensive glass. They shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 52.2 percentage. Olympique Antibes looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Ludovic Negrobar (208-1991) fired 15 points and 6 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) for the winners. American guard Xavier Pollard (193-1991, college: Kent St.) chipped in 15 points and 4 assists. Olympique Antibes' coach Daniel Goethals allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Jamaican Tyran De Lattibeaudiere (201-1991, college: Lamar) produced 13 points and 5 rebounds and Jamaican-Canadian point guard Jarred Ogungbemi-Jackson (178-1991, college: Calgary, agency: Slash Sports) added 12 points and 7 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Olympique Antibes (9-7) moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Angers. Loser Entente Orleans 45 keeps the ninth position with eight games lost. Olympique Antibes will meet at home Etoile Angers (#7) in the next round. Entente Orleans 45 will play against Lille Metropole and hope to secure a win and be promoted back to the Betclic ELITE ProA just one year after relegation. Top scorers: Orleans: J.MBida 16+3reb+1ast, T.De Lattibeaudiere 13+5reb+3ast, J.Ogungbemi-Jackson 12+2reb+7ast, T.Perkovic 10+3reb+3ast, M.Mutuale 7+2reb+1ast, J.Stark 6+2reb+4ast Antibes: X.Pollard 15+1reb+4ast, L.Negrobar 15+6reb+3ast, B.Monclar 12+3ast, J.Pansa 10+7reb, T.Derksen 9+4reb+5ast, A.Vincent 8+3reb Quimper - St. Chamond 93-81 Rather expected game when 15th ranked Saint Chamond (5-11) was defeated on the road by twelfth ranked Quimper UJAP (7-9) 93-81 on Saturday. Quimper UJAP made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Croatian center Ivan Vranes (207-1996, agency: Interperformances) fired a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Swingman Elhadji-Digue Diawara (206-1998) chipped in 25 points. Nigerian-American forward Josh Ajayi (201-1996, college: USA) produced 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and Algerian forward Kamel Ammour (203-1991) added 15 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Quimper UJAP and four Saint Chamond players scored in double figures. Quimper UJAP moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Denain-Voltaire. Saint Chamond lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Stade Rochelais and Saint Vallier. Quimper UJAP will meet higher ranked Nantes (#10) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Saint Chamond will play against La Rochelle (#15) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: St. Chamond: J.Ajayi 22+7reb+4ast, I.Seppala 15+1reb+4ast, K.Ammour 15+6reb, H.Varence 12+3reb, G.Payen-Boucard 7+5reb+4ast, M.Guichard 5+1reb+7ast Quimper: E.Diawara 25+1reb+1ast, A.Hamilton 17+5reb+4ast, I.Vranes 15+11reb+2ast, J.Begarin 11+3reb+4ast, T.Leon 10+1reb+9ast, A.Wallez 9+2reb St. Chamond - Evreux 84-86 A very close game took place in Saint Chamond between ALM Evreux and Saint Chamond. Fourteenth ranked ALM Evreux (5-10) got a very close victory on the road over 15th ranked Saint Chamond (5-11). ALM Evreux managed to escape with a 2-point win 86-84 in the fight for the fourteenth place. Ilias Kamardine (193-2003) fired 18 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. DR Congolese-American guard Christian Lutete (196-1996, college: UMass Lowell) chipped in 15 points. Nigerian-American forward Josh Ajayi (201-1996, college: USA) produced 22 points and 8 rebounds and Algerian forward Kamel Ammour (203-1991) added 12 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four ALM Evreux and five Saint Chamond players scored in double figures. Saint Chamond's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. ALM Evreux maintains fourteenth position with 5-10 record. Saint Chamond lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with Stade Rochelais and Saint Vallier. ALM Evreux will meet at home higher ranked ASA (#13) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Saint Chamond will play against La Rochelle and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: St. Chamond: J.Ajayi 22+8reb, M.Guichard 14+1reb+4ast, I.Seppala 12+2reb+1ast, K.Ammour 12+7reb+2ast, M.Boyer 12+5reb+2ast, M.Badr 4+1reb+1ast Evreux: K.Ilias 18+6reb+2ast, C.Lutete 15+3reb+2ast, T.Ghezala 13+3reb+3ast, L.Asceric 12+3reb+3ast, S.Munanga 9+4reb+3ast, P.Marinelli 8+2reb+1ast |
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| Jorke Aav And Mateo Vidovic Pace Team Urspring Over Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners 84-75 In Overtime In NBBL (U-19) Play - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber |
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The NBBL season of Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners has been one to forget this season. The club has fought every game, but not been rewarded in any way by the basketball God. Two weeks ago they were so close to finally celebrating their first win of the season, but instead got a dagger rammed into their heart twice as they were leading in the regulation period and overtime only to see them get hit with a buzzer beater each time. That brutal loss took time to digest and they had a long time to think about it, because the game in Ibam was postponed last weekend. But it didn't get any easier as their next opponent was the perfect Urspring team with a record of 8-0 came to Frankfurt. Urspring may only produce 65 points per game, but defend with passion and heart and allowed only 47 points per contest. Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners who entered the game with a poor 0-8 record really had their hands full, but as so often this season played really well, but as usual couldn't finish the job. Like the game before vs Ludwigsburg, they should have won it in regulation time, but allowed Team Urspring to send it in overtime where Jorke Aavkardo (189-PG-2005) and Mateo Vidovic hit big shots to secure the win. 'We had problems in the first half. They knew every play. We had to adjust to their zone. But as the game went on our man to man defense always got better. We depend on our defense', stated team Urspring head coach Oliver Heptner. The first quarter was a tight affair as no team could get away from the other. The guests got off to the quick 3-0 start as Estonian guard Jorke Aavkardo hurled a three pointer. His calmness and nice touch and execution rate would hurt Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners all night long. But Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners got going quickly rushing out on a 6-0 run to lead 6-3. Power forward and dirty work boy Joscha Zentgraf as usual was banging inside and drew two fouls, but made only 2 shots while Dusan Nikolic and Hector Izquierdo began aggressive and scored twice on drives. But the guests reacted well and got some offensive input going as the German with the English name Jared Grey showed his offensive qualities making a dunk and three pointer for the 10-6 Urspring advantage. That little burst of offense didn't hinder the execution of Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners getting a 7-2 run to lead 13-12 as they got a clutch three pointer from Hector Izquierdo, a lay in from Alexander Lagerman on transition, and possibly the team's dunk of the year from Dusan Nikolic who flew through the lane like a combination of Len Schoorman and Elijah Clarence and finished with the hard 1 handed dunk. But Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners ccouldn't hold the lead as Aav stepped again unleashing that pretty three point shot as Team Urspring led 15-14 after 10 minutes. Crazy stats after one quarter showed the guests shooting incredibly well as 45% from the field and 60% from outside while Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners were shooting a weak 28% from the field and even worse 17% from outside despite trailing only by 1 point. Frankfurt were hustling more having the 11-8 rebound lead including 8 offensive rebounds and 4 turnovers while the guests had 5 turnovers. 'It was tough for us to get going. We had a long drive and had to play on a Friday night. But as the game kept going, the better we got into the game', stated Jorke Aavkardo. In the second quarter showed Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners totally break out and hammer Team Urspring with a 26-12 explosion and lead by 13 points at half-time. Nikolic began the second quarter with a lay in as his aggressiveness got bigger in the second quarter for the 16-15 Frankfurt lead. Team Urspring then got on the board getting back to back buckets in the paint from Aav who besides having a routine good three, also was able to use his speed to hurt Frankfurt scored as did 18 year old Albanian Brendon Velaj who came to Germany from Albania as an immigrant without his parents and has been able to produce a solid life with the combination of school and basketball thanks to the Urspring program. Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners trailed 19-16, but the storm was about to hit Team Urspring. Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners exploded for an incredible 19-0 run to totally paralyze Team Urspring. In the brutal run everything functioned at both ends of the court. The duo of Lagermann and Izquierdo were a 2 man wrecking crew that the guests had no answer for. Nikolic began the charge with a lay in as his 1-1 skills seem to get better with each game. Flashy and athletic Alexander Lagemann then added 6 points with 2 lay ins and free throws and Izquierdo added 7 points with 3 lay in's and a free throw while Zentgraf also scored free throws. It was the heightened defense by Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners that pushed their offense as they tried to get on transition each team and were then mostly rewarded with easy buckets as the guests always seemed a step to slow. Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners were always in attack mode and the classic and potent 1-1 skills of Lagermann and Izquierdo were too much for the guests. Team Urspring closed out the second quarter getting some solid bench support from German Jermy Wontroba who followed Aav's aggressiveness getting to the free throw line and also made an off balance shot while Mr poster dunk specialist Linus Ihle made free throws. Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners got a dunk from Izquierdo in the last minute and a basket from Lagermann to lead 40-27 at the break. 'Our defense was lacking man to man as there was no help. It was little details that they picked apart', added Jorke Aavkardo. Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners upped their shooting from the field to 44%, but couldn't hit the ocean from outside shooting 13% while the guests shooting percentages also dipped to 32% from the field and 33% from outside. Frankfurt had the 23-17 rebound edge and 10-7 offensive rebound edge and 7 turnovers while Team Urspring had 10 turnovers. Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners were able to keep the steady lead, but weren't executing as well anymore like back in the second quarter, but still led by 10 points after 3 quarters. Lagermann made a super hustle play getting the rebound off his own miss and giving Frankfurt the first points of the second half and 42-17 advantage. Team Urspring couldn't convert on their first 3 possessions, but then added a spark of energy getting 5 unasnwered points as Aav hit another trey and Ihle made a thunderous two handed dunk as Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners led 42-32. Both teams would produce their own little runs as now Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners got a three pointer from Nikolic and another hustle play by Lagermann as he was present on the offensive glass getting the rebound and put back for the 47-32 lead. But Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners were unable to keep this lead or extend it as Team Urspring were more confident and were executing better on offense. The guests countered with a lightening 5-0 run to cut the Frankfurt lead down to 47-38 as AAv made one free throw, Velaj made a put back and Vidovic drilled home a trey as Urspring trailed only 47-38. The guests inserted a zone and press that annoyed Frankfurt that didn't allow Frankfurt to execute as much with their 1-1 play and disallowed easy points while on offense were calm and played their sets getting success. The Urspring defense forced Frankfurt to 7 turnovers in the quarter. Aav and Nikolic gave their team some added support down the stretch with baskets, but Team Urspring couldn't really make any ground as Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners led 54-44. 'We came back being stronger mentally. We worked harder and showed more pride and played better as a team. We attacked more and our press also helped', added Jorke Aavkardo. Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners continued to shoot well from the field at 43% while their three point shooting was nonexistent and Team Urspring shot 32% from the field and 35% from outside. Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners still had the rebound advantage at 34-27 and 14-11 offensive edge and had 14 turnovers and 13 turnovers. In the fourth quarter Team Urspring heightened their game another notch scoring 24 points foiling Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners attempt to gain their first win forcing the game into OT. Vidovic began the fourth quarter with a clutch three as he was continuing to get warmed up for his heroic OT run as Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners led 54-47. Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners continued to execute well on offense keeping some space between them and Team Urspring going on a 7-2 run to lead 61-49. Point guard Barnabas Bode made a lay in, Lagermann a crushing 2 handed dunk coming form the base line and Nikolic a lay in getting through the defense again. Ihle and Lagermann then traded buckets as Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners was still standing strong and it looked like they may finally pull out their first win of the season. But then came the crushing turning point of the game. In a short span of about 30 seconds Team Urspring totally punished Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners going on a 7-0 run as steals by Ihle and Velaj led to 2 Velah baskets and Aav dropped a trey and suddenly Frankfurt led only 64-60. Nikolic made a massive lay in under pressure and it looked like Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners could still pull it out in crunch-time, but Team Urspring just had the better nerves. The guests kept chipping away and executed as Aav made a lay in to cut the lead to 66-62. Frankfurt superb role player Marvin Esser made a huge lay in to lead 68-62, but Frankfurt just couldn't hold down the fort. Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners allowed a crushing 6-0 run. Ihle came up with a big block and Grey made a dunk and AAV a three to tie the game at 68-68. 'We are a good defensive team and that 7-0 run just showed the kind of team that we are. Our game starts on defense. If we stick to our defensive principles then that translates over to our offense', warned Jorke Aavkardo. In the overtime period both teams were at eye level in the first few minutes, but Team Urspring then closed out the game strong with a run to clinch the win. Vidovic and Lagermann offered a back and forth battle as Vidovic displayed his fine inside out qualities with a catch and pop three and lay in while Lagermann continued to be aggressive and showing he is that go to guy with 2 clutch three pointers to dead lock the game at 73-73. But Team Urspring then closed out the game with a swift blow with a 11-2 run. Vidovic and and Aav combined for 5 points as Team Urspring led 78-73. Team Urspring still had that needed burst of energy on defense forcing Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners to a tough shot which Finley Pruver missed and then a turnover. Izqierdo did make a bucket after seemingly the 5th offensive rebound to trail 80-75 with 32 seconds to play, but the guests closed out the game with Philipp Schneck free throws and a powerful Ihle dunk. 'We looked for Mateo Vidovic. He was very active and aggressive in the Ot. We pressed and remained aggressive. My shot kept falling and I felt very comfortable. I couldn't have done it without my teammates', stressed Jorke Aavkardo. Team Urspring was led by Jorke Aavkardo with 31 points. Mateo Vidovic added 16 points and Linus Ihle had 11 points, 6 rebounds, 6 steals and 3 blocks while Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners were led by Alexander Lagermann with 25 points and Dusan Nikolic added 22 points and Hector Izquierdo had 17 points. Team Urspring shot 40% from the field and 42% from outside and had 34 rebounds and 14 turnovers while Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners shot 43% from the field and 18% from outside and had 52 rebounds and 27 turnovers. |
| C.J. Anderson (ex Gmunden) agreed terms with Duesseldorf - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He has played previously professionally in Hungary (OSE Lions) and NBA G League (Sioux Falls Skyforce and College Park SkyHawks). Anderson graduated from University of Massachusetts in 2018 and it will be his fifth season in pro basketball. |
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| A Division Round 17: Atomeromu edge Sopron KC 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 17 in the A Division took place in Sopron. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of 5th ranked Sopron KC (10-7) to sixth ranked Atomeromu (10-7) 80-78 in the game for the fifth place. The best player for the winners was American forward Paul Atkinson (206-1999, college: Notre Dame) who had a double-double by scoring 28 points and 15 rebounds. The former international power forward Janos Eilingsfeld (198-1991) chipped in 15 points and 10 rebounds. Canadian guard Yasiin Joseph (186, college: Carleton) produced 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the hosts. Sopron KC's coach Kostas Flevarakis rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Atomeromu moved-up to fifth place, which they share with defeated Sopron KC. Sopron KC lost third consecutive game. Atomeromu is looking forward to face bottom-ranked Hubner NBS (#14) in Nyiregyhaza in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Sopron KC will play on the road against OSE Lions (#10) in Oraszlany and is hoping to win this game. Very important is a road loss of second ranked Szolnok (14-3) against tenth ranked DEAC (7-10) on Saturday night. Visiting Szolnok was defeated by DEAC in Debrecen 81-63. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Szolnok. Serbian swingman Djordje Drenovac (201-1992) orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Balint Mocsan contributed with 14 points for the winners. Montenegrin forward Bojan Subotic (203-1990) answered with 13 points for Szolnok. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. DEAC moved-up to ninth place. Szolnok at the other side keeps the second position with three games lost. DEAC will play against league's leader Szombathely on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Szolnok will play against Duna Aszfalt and hopes to get back on the winning track. Very important is a road loss of third ranked Alba (11-6) against thirteenth ranked Szedeak (4-13) on Saturday night. Visiting Alba was defeated by Szedeak in a tough game in Szeged 78-87. Desi Washington stepped up with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 9 rebounds and 12 assists for the winners. Quenton DeCosey responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds. Szedeak moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Bp. Honved. Loser Alba dropped to the fourth position with six games lost. Szedeak will meet Bp. Honved (#13) in the next round. Alba will play against Kormend (#8) and hope to secure a win. Other games of round 17 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: OSE Lions was defeated by Kaposvari in a road game 78-68. Duna Aszfalt beat Kormend at home 81-72. Szombathely destroyed Hubner NBS on the opponent's court 99-69. ZTE KK managed to outperform Bp. Honved in a home game 93-80. The best stats of 17th round was 15 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks by Mitchell Smith of ZTE KK. DEAC - Szolnok 81-63 Very important is a road loss of second ranked Szolnok (14-3) against tenth ranked DEAC (7-10) on Saturday night. Visiting Szolnok was defeated by DEAC in Debrecen 81-63. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Szolnok. DEAC made 19-of-25 charity shots (76.0 percent) during the game. It was a great shooting night for DEAC especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 58.8 percentage. Serbian swingman Djordje Drenovac (201-1992) orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Guard Balint Mocsan (190-1997, college: Idaho St.) contributed with 14 points for the winners. Four DEAC players scored in double figures. Montenegrin forward Bojan Subotic (203-1990) answered with 13 points and American power forward Andre Williamson (203-1989, college: App State) added 6 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Szolnok. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. DEAC moved-up to ninth place. Szolnok at the other side keeps the second position with three games lost. DEAC will play against league's leader Szombathely on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Szolnok will play against Duna Aszfalt and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: DEAC: D.Drenovac 23+5reb+1ast, B.Mocsan 14+4reb+3ast, D.Govens 13+3reb+4ast, A.Toth 12+7reb+1ast, N.Bence 9+1ast, L.Polyak 4+3reb+2ast Szolnok: B.Subotic 13+2reb+2ast, J.Durham 11+3ast, D.Griffin 9+2reb+1ast, G.Rudner 8+3reb, A.Williamson 6+8reb+2ast, A.Barnes 5+6reb+1ast Kaposvari - OSE Lions 78-68 There was a minor upset when 9th ranked OSE Lions (6-11) were defeated on the road by eleventh ranked Kaposvari (6-11) 78-68 on Saturday. Danish guard Sebastian Petersen (191-1995) stepped up and scored 18 points for the winners and Croatian Tomislav Gabric (204-1995, agency: AltusBasket) chipped in 15 points. Point guard Mate Illes (191-1995, agency: Octagon Europe) responded with 24 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and American forward Jacob Calloway (202-1996, college: SUU, agency: MSG) scored 18 points and 8 rebounds. Kaposvari moved-up to tenth place, which they share with defeated OSE Lions. OSE Lions lost fourth consecutive game. Kaposvari will meet at home higher ranked ZTE KK (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. OSE Lions will play against Sopron KC (#5) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Kaposvari: S.Petersen 18+1reb+3ast, T.Gabric 15+4reb+3ast, I.Brown 14+4reb+2ast, M.Hughes 9+8reb, H.Daniel 9+2ast, D.Parsons 6+7reb+1ast OSE Lions: M.Illes 24+9reb+4ast, J.Calloway 18+8reb+1ast, A.Rujak 9+3ast, D.Krestinin 8+7reb, T.Mucza 5+2reb+2ast, S.Henry 4+2reb+1ast Duna Aszfalt - Kormend 81-72 The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked Duna Aszfalt's (9-7) home victory over 8th ranked Kormend (8-9) 81-72 on Friday. Duna Aszfalt dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Kormend's 28. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American-Dominican center Marques Townes (193-1995, college: Loyola, IL) stepped up and scored 29 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and the former international center Kemal Karahodzic (210-1989) chipped in 14 points and 13 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). American point guard Siyani Chambers (183-1993, college: Harvard) responded with 26 points and 6 rebounds and the other American import guard Wendell Mitchell (190-1997, college: Texas A&M) scored 14 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Duna Aszfalt maintains seventh place with 9-7 record. Loser Kormend keeps the eighth position with nine games lost. Duna Aszfalt will meet league's second-placed Szolnok on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kormend will play against Alba (#4) in Szekesfehervar and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Duna Aszfalt: M.Townes 29+8reb+4ast, M.Borisov 14+4reb+5ast, K.Karahodzic 14+13reb+3ast, R.Dramicanin 12+5reb+2ast, D.Kucsera 6+1reb, I.Milan 4 Kormend: S.Chambers 26+6reb+3ast, W.Mitchell 14+3reb+2ast, K.Durazi 12+5reb, C.Ferencz 11+3reb+2ast, K.Matyas 6+1reb+1ast, M.Cakarun 2+4reb+6ast Hubner NBS - Szombathely 69-99 Very expected game in Nyiregyhaza where 14th ranked Hubner NBS (1-15) was rolled over by first ranked Szombathely (16-1) 99-69 on Saturday. Szombathely dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Hubner NBS's 34 and made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Hubner NBS 37-22 including 24 on the defensive glass. Bosnian-Croatian forward Boris Barac (206-1992, agency: PEPI SPORT) stepped up and scored 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and Serbian guard Stefan Pot (194-1994) chipped in 21 points and 6 assists. American forward Erik Copes (203-1993, college: Z*Orangeville A's, agency: Inception Sports) responded with 12 points, 8 rebounds and 4 blocks and Lithuanian Rytis Pipiras (201-1995) scored 16 points. Five Szombathely and four Hubner NBS 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. Szombathely have an impressive series of fifteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 16-1 record. Hubner NBS lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. Szombathely will meet at home DEAC (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Hubner NBS will play against Atomeromu (#6) in Paks and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Szombathely: S.Pot 21+4reb+6ast, B.Barac 19+9reb+4ast, Z.Perl 17+3reb+3ast, M.Tiby 13+6reb+1ast, A.Keller 11+4reb+1ast, B.Kovacs 7+2reb Hubner NBS: R.Pipiras 16+2reb, E.Copes 12+8reb, D.Perry 11+1reb+4ast, J.Williams 10+7reb, B.Kiss 7, K.Balazs 5+1reb+5ast Sopron KC - Atomeromu 78-80 The most exciting game of round 17 in the A Division took place in Sopron. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of 5th ranked Sopron KC (10-7) to sixth ranked Atomeromu (10-7) 80-78 in the game for the fifth place. The best player for the winners was American forward Paul Atkinson (206-1999, college: Notre Dame) who had a double-double by scoring 28 points and 15 rebounds. The former international power forward Janos Eilingsfeld (198-1991) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds. Canadian guard Yasiin Joseph (186, college: Carleton) produced 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and American forward Juwan Durham (211-1997, college: Notre Dame, agency: Players Group) added 19 points and 8 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Sopron KC's coach Kostas Flevarakis rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Atomeromu moved-up to fifth place, which they share with defeated Sopron KC. Sopron KC lost third consecutive game. Atomeromu is looking forward to face bottom-ranked Hubner NBS (#14) in Nyiregyhaza in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Sopron KC will play on the road against OSE Lions (#10) in Oraszlany and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Atomeromu: P.Atkinson 28+15reb+1ast, D.Edwin 16+3reb+6ast, J.Eilingsfeld 15+10reb+1ast, D.Buckingham 12+5reb+5ast, K.Gergely 3+1reb, S.Taiwo 3+2reb Sopron KC: J.Durham 19+8reb, Y.Joseph 19+5reb+6ast, A.Jones 14+6reb+3ast, J.Barnett 10+5reb+1ast, V.Valerio-Bodon 6+5reb+1ast, N.Takacs 3+1ast Szedeak - Alba 87-78 Very important is a road loss of third ranked Alba (11-6) against thirteenth ranked Szedeak (4-13) on Saturday night. Visiting Alba was defeated by Szedeak in a tough game in Szeged 78-87. Szedeak made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. Szedeak outrebounded Alba 40-25 including 27 on the defensive glass. American guard Desi Washington (188-1992, college: St.Peter's) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 9 rebounds and 12 assists for the winners and his fellow American import forward Tyler Roberson (203-1994, college: Syracuse) chipped in 18 points and 8 rebounds. Four Szedeak players scored in double figures. American guard Quenton DeCosey (195-1993, college: Temple) responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds and the former international swingman David Vojvoda (195-1990) scored 24 points. Szedeak moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Bp. Honved. Loser Alba dropped to the fourth position with six games lost. Szedeak will meet Bp. Honved (#13) in the next round. Alba will play against Kormend (#8) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Szedeak: D.Washington 23+9reb+12ast, T.Roberson 18+8reb, K.Nicholson 15+10reb, W.Person 15+1reb, K.Bognar 6+8reb, S.Filipovic 4+2reb+1ast Alba: D.Vojvoda 24+2reb, Q.DeCosey 19+7reb+2ast, M.Pongo 9+2reb+1ast, C.Diong 8+4reb, A.Somogyi 7+3reb+3ast, M.Takacs 4 ZTE KK - Bp. Honved 93-80 Very predictable result in Zalaegerszeg where fourth ranked ZTE KK (12-5) beat 12th ranked Bp. Honved (4-13) 93-80 on Saturday. ZTE KK shot 62.7 percent from the field and made 21-of-24 free shots (87.5 percent) during the game. It was a great shooting night for ZTE KK especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 53.3 percentage. American point guard DMitrik Trice (183-1996, college: Wisconsin) stepped up and scored 21 points for the winners and his fellow American import guard Liam OReilly (188-1996, college: Gardner-Webb, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 13 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. American point guard Taz Sherman (184-1999, college: WVU) responded with 17 points and Bosnian guard Stefan Mijovic (193-1995) scored 15 points and 5 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. ZTE KK have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They moved-up to third place. Newly promoted Bp. Honved keeps the twelfth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Szedeak. ZTE KK will meet Kaposvari (#11) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Bp. Honved will play against Szedeak and it may be a tough game between close rivals. 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| Subway League Round 13: KR try to escape the last position defeating Breidablik - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Bottom-ranked KR managed to get a second victory, breaking the series of eight consecutive losses on Thursday night. This time they edged fifth-ranked Breidablik in Reykjavik 112-109. The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Breidablik won third quarter 31-30. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The game was decided in the last minutes when KR won last quarter 22-20. 25 personal fouls committed by Breidablik helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international forward Thorvaldur Arnason (198-2002) stepped up and scored 20 points and 6 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) for the winners and point guard Veigar Hlynsson (196-2001) chipped in 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side American guard Jeremy Smith (190-1991, college: Nicholls St.) responded with 29 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Breidablik's coach Petur Ingvarsson rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. KR (2-11) moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with IR. Breidablik lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Grindavik and Tindastoll. KR is looking forward to face higher ranked Haukar (#4) in Hafnarfjordur in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Breidablik will play at home against the league's leader Valur having rather not much hope for a victory. Subway League top team - Valur (11-2) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed fifth ranked Grindavik (7-6) in Reykjavik 92-67. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Grindavik. The former international guard Kari Jonsson (192-1997, college: Drexel) nailed 19 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and Callum Lawson accounted for 14 points and 6 rebounds. American point guard Damier Pitts (177-1989, college: Marshall, agency: SLN) came up with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for Grindavik 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. Valur have an impressive series of five victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 11-2 record. Grindavik at the other side keeps the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Tindastoll and Breidablik. Valur will play against Breidablik (#6) in Kopavogur in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Grindavik will play at home against Keflavik and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Third ranked Keflavik (10-3) crushed at home 8th ranked Stjarnan (5-8) by 28 points 115-87, which is the biggest margin this round on Friday night. David Okeke fired a double-double by scoring 24 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. William Gutenius produced 15 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Keflavik moved-up to second place, which they share with Njardvik. Loser Stjarnan keeps the eighth position with eight games lost. They share it with Hottur. Keflavik will meet Grindavik (#7) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Stjarnan will play against IR and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 13: Tindastoll won against IR on the opponent's court 96-81. Njardvik outscored Hottur in a home game 109-90. Haukar managed to beat Thor Thorl on the road 97-88. The most impressive stats of the last round was 18 points, 5 rebounds and 13 assists by Dedrick Basile of Njardvik. IR - Tindastoll 81-96 Very expected game in Reykjavik where 11th ranked IR (2-11) was defeated by seventh ranked Tindastoll (7-6) 96-81 on Thursday. IR was tied after three quarters but could not keep up in the last quarter eventually losing the game. Tindastoll made 21-of-23 free shots (91.3 percent) during the game. Tindastoll outrebounded IR 44-25 including a 33-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. The former international guard Petur Birgisson (187-1996) fired 20 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Irish-British forward Taiwo Badmus (199-1993, college: UVA Wise) chipped in 16 points and 7 rebounds. Tindastoll's coach Vladimir Anzulovic used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Spanish-Argentinian guard Luciano Massarelli (190-1993) produced 21 points and the former international forward Collin Pryor (200-1990, college: Northern St., agency: Mansfield and Associates) added 9 points and 11 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Tindastoll and four IR players scored in double figures. Tindastoll moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Grindavik and Breidablik. IR lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the eleventh position with 11 games lost. They share it with KR. Tindastoll will meet at home league's second-placed Njardvik in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. IR will play against Stjarnan (#8) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Tindastoll: P.Birgisson 20+7reb+6ast, K.Woods 16+1reb+3ast, T.Badmus 16+7reb+2ast, S.Bjornsson 14+6reb+4ast, A.Drungilas 13+9reb, S.Thorsteinsson 7+4reb+2ast IR: L.Massarelli 21+2reb+3ast, R.Bragason 14+2ast, S.Eggertsson 12+2reb, M.Paasoja 11+4reb+3ast, H.Hjalmarsson 10+1reb+3ast, C.Pryor 9+11reb+2ast Njardvik - Hottur 109-90 Very predictable result when second ranked Njardvik (10-3) smashed at home 9th ranked Hottur (5-8) 109-90 on Thursday. The game without a history. Njardvik led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They shot the lights out from three sinking 18 long-distance shots on high 56.3 percentage. Njardvik looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Croatian power forward Mario Matasovic (200-1993, college: Sacred Heart) fired 26 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. American point guard Dedrick Basile (178-1994, college: CSUB) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points, 5 rebounds and 13 assists. Njardvik's coach Benedikt Gudmundsson used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard Tim Guers (190-1996, college: St.Anselm) produced 21 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and American-Hungarian point guard Obie Trotter (192-1984, college: AAMU) added 16 points and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Five Njardvik and four Hottur players scored in double figures. The victory was the third consecutive win for Njardvik. They maintain second place with 10-3 record behind leader Valur, which they share with Keflavik. Newly promoted Hottur dropped to the eighth position with eight games lost. They share it with Stjarnan. Njardvik will meet Tindastoll (#5) in the next round. Hottur will play against Thor Thorl and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Njardvik: M.Matasovic 26+9reb+3ast, D.Basile 18+5reb+13ast, L.Rasio 18+7reb+2ast, N.Martin 13+6reb+1ast, H.Palsson 12+1reb+1ast, N.Richotti 6+2reb+4ast Hottur: T.Guers 21+9reb+4ast, A.Asgeirsson 17+3reb+2ast, O.Trotter 16+3reb+5ast, G.Hallsson 13+3reb, N.Knezevic 9+8reb+1ast, J.Luis Navarro 6+4reb+5ast KR - Breidablik 112-109 Bottom-ranked KR managed to get a second victory, breaking the series of eight consecutive losses on Thursday night. This time they edged fifth-ranked Breidablik in Reykjavik 112-109. The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Breidablik won third quarter 31-30. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The game was decided in the last minutes when KR won last quarter 22-20. 25 personal fouls committed by Breidablik helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international forward Thorvaldur Arnason (198-2002) stepped up and scored 20 points and 6 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) for the winners and point guard Veigar Hlynsson (196-2001) chipped in 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side American guard Jeremy Smith (190-1991, college: Nicholls St.) responded with 29 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and the other American import guard Everage Richardson (191-1985, college: Coastal) scored 21 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Five KR and four Breidablik players scored in double figures. Breidablik's coach Petur Ingvarsson rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. KR (2-11) moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with IR. Breidablik lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Grindavik and Tindastoll. KR is looking forward to face higher ranked Haukar (#4) in Hafnarfjordur in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Breidablik will play at home against the league's leader Valur having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: KR: A.Thorvaldur 20+6reb+3ast, V.Hlynsson 19+6reb+4ast, A.Williams 18+3reb+3ast, A.Alanen 16+8reb+4ast, J.Tamulis 15+4reb+1ast, B.Lars 14+11reb+3ast Breidablik: J.Smith 29+9reb+6ast, E.Richardson 21+5reb+6ast, J.De Assis 20+5reb, D.Thomas 12+5reb+1ast, C.Ladine 10+2reb+1ast, P.Sigurdur 9+5reb+3ast Thor Thorl - Haukar 88-97 Not a big story in a game in Thorlakshofn where 10th ranked Thor Thorl (3-10) was defeated by fourth ranked Haukar (9-4) 97-88 on Thursday. Thor Thorl was tied after three quarters but could not keep up in the last quarter eventually losing the game. Haukar made 18-of-21 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The former international guard Hilmar Henningsson (195-2000) fired 26 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Lithuanian power forward Norbertas Giga (208-1995, college: JSU) chipped in 24 points and 8 rebounds. Haukar's coach Mate Dalmay used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American point guard Vinnie Shahid (180-1998, college: NDSU) produced 25 points and 8 assists and international swingman Styrmir Thrastarson (200-2001, college: Davidson, agency: Blacktop Management) added 17 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Four Haukar and five Thor Thorl players scored in double figures. The victory was the third consecutive win for Haukar. Newly promoted Haukar maintains fourth place with 9-4 record. Loser Thor Thorl keeps the tenth position with ten games lost. Haukar will meet at home bottom-ranked KR (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Thor Thorl will play against Hottur in Egilsstadir and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Haukar: H.Henningsson 26+5reb+7ast, N.Giga 24+8reb+3ast, D.Davis 18+4reb+6ast, G.Orri 15+7reb+1ast, D.Mortensen 7+10reb+5ast, D.Halldorsson 5+1reb Thor Thorl: V.Shahid 25+4reb+8ast, S.Thrastarson 17+7reb+5ast, P.Hernandez 17+6reb+1ast, F.Lampropoulos 15+3reb+4ast, T.Tomas 10+6reb, J.Semple 4+7reb+2ast Keflavik - Stjarnan 115-87 Third ranked Keflavik (10-3) crushed at home 8th ranked Stjarnan (5-8) by 28 points 115-87, which is the biggest margin this round on Friday night. The game without a history. Keflavik led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Stjarnan's players. Nigerian-Italian power forward David Okeke (204-1998, agency: Interperformances) fired a double-double by scoring 24 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. American-Puerto Rican guard Eric Ayala (196-1999, college: Maryland) chipped in 27 points. Swedish William Gutenius (206-1992) produced 15 points and 8 rebounds and Danish guard Adama Darboe (190-1986, agency: Slash Sports) added 14 points and 7 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Keflavik moved-up to second place, which they share with Njardvik. Loser Stjarnan keeps the eighth position with eight games lost. They share it with Hottur. Keflavik will meet Grindavik (#7) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Stjarnan will play against IR and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Keflavik: E.Ayala 27+3reb+1ast, D.Okeke 24+14reb, D.Milka 14+6reb+2ast, H.Hermannsson 11+6reb+4ast, H.Vilhjalmsson 10+3reb+13ast, I.Maric 10+2reb+3ast Stjarnan: W.Gutenius 15+8reb+1ast, A.Darboe 14+3reb+7ast, D.Jonsson 14+2reb+3ast, J.Fridrik 11+9reb+3ast, L.Viktor 10+2reb, A.Asmundur 9+2reb Valur - Grindavik 92-67 Subway League top team - Valur (11-2) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed fifth ranked Grindavik (7-6) in Reykjavik 92-67. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Grindavik. The game was mostly controlled by Valur. Grindavik was better in third quarter 17-16. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Grindavik 45-34 including a 34-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. The former international guard Kari Jonsson (192-1997, college: Drexel) nailed 19 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and British forward Callum Lawson (198-1996, college: ACU, agency: Players Group) accounted for 14 points and 6 rebounds. Four Valur players scored in double figures. American point guard Damier Pitts (177-1989, college: Marshall, agency: SLN) came up with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and Greek center Gaios Skordilis (207-1987) added 15 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Grindavik 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. Valur have an impressive series of five victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 11-2 record. Grindavik at the other side keeps the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Tindastoll and Breidablik. Valur will play against Breidablik (#6) in Kopavogur in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Grindavik will play at home against Keflavik and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Valur: K.Jonsson 19+6reb+5ast, P.Bertone 14+5reb+2ast, C.Lawson 14+6reb+3ast, K.Acox 11+10reb, S.Astthor 9+1reb+2ast, H.Stefansson 8+9reb+2ast Grindavik: D.Pitts 18+6reb+5ast, G.Skordilis 15+9reb+3ast, O.Olafsson 13+7reb+4ast, K.Gylfason 8+1ast, G.Bragi 8+7reb+2ast, V.Vasylius 4+2reb |
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| IBL Round 7: Evos Bogor record their first victory - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Evos Bogor has finally registered their first victory this season after three consecutive losses. The win is especially important as they edged much higher ranked Bali Utd. (2-2) on the road game in Denpasar 69-68 on Saturday. It was a great evening for American forward Andre Jackson (199-1994, college: Bowie St., agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 7 rebounds. Rheza Butarbutar (193-2000) helped adding 13 points and 8 rebounds. At the losing side American swingman Jay Bowie (196-1992, college: Marist, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) responded with 18 points. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Evos Bogor (1-3) left bottom position moving up to eleventh place, which they share with Hangtuah and Indonesia P. Bali Utd. at the other side dropped to the seventh position with two games lost. They share it with WBS and Rans Pik. Evos Bogor is looking forward to face higher ranked Rans Pik (#8) in Gor Merpati in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Bali Utd. will have a break next round. Bottom-ranked NSH (0-4) is still winless. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their fourth consecutive match to leader Bumi Borneo (4-0) 81-74. It was an exceptional evening for American point guard Randy Bell (193-1998, college: Dalton St.) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 43 points (!!!), 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Julius Wongso accounted for 12 points and 9 rebounds. American point guard Shavar Newkirk (179-1996, college: St.Joseph's) came up with 16 points, 5 assists and 4 steals for NSH in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Bumi Borneo have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Satria Muda and Dewa United. NSH at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Satya Wacana. Bumi Borneo will play against WBS (#9) in Jakarta in the next round and are hoping to win another game. NSH will have a break next round. Bottom-ranked Satya Wacana (0-4) is still winless. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their fourth consecutive match to leader Satria Muda (4-0) 60-53 on Saturday evening. Elijah Foster fired a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Satria Muda's coach Youbel Sondakh used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Shemar Johnson produced 25 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Satria Muda have a solid series of four victories in a row. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Dewa United and Bumi Borneo. Loser Satya Wacana still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with NSH. Satria Muda will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Satya Wacana will play against Tangerang (#14) and hopes to get finally their first victory. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 7: WBS lost to undefeated Dewa United on the opponent's court 73-86. Hangtuah unfortunately lost to Rans Pik in a home game 77-87. Indonesia P. recorded a loss to Pelita Jaya on the road 66-78. The most impressive stats of the last round was 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists by Yesaya Saudale of Pelita Jaya. NSH - Bumi Borneo 74-81 Bottom-ranked NSH (0-4) is still winless. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their fourth consecutive match to leader Bumi Borneo (4-0) 81-74. Bumi Borneo outrebounded NSH 54-33 including a 34-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. NSH was plagued by 29 personal fouls down the stretch. It was an exceptional evening for American point guard Randy Bell (193-1998, college: Dalton St.) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 43 points (!!!), 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Julius Wongso (189-1994) accounted for 12 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. American point guard Shavar Newkirk (179-1996, college: St.Joseph's) came up with 16 points, 5 assists and 4 steals and guard Andre Rorimpandey (177-1996) added 15 points respectively for NSH in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Bumi Borneo have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Satria Muda and Dewa United. NSH at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Satya Wacana. Bumi Borneo will play against WBS (#9) in Jakarta in the next round and are hoping to win another game. NSH will have a break next round. Top scorers: Bumi Borneo: R.Bell 43+10reb+5ast, W.Julius 12+9reb, C.Ridley 7+8reb, B.Ngurah Wisnu 5+10reb+3ast, C.Calvin 4+1reb+1ast, T.Arion 2 NSH: S.Newkirk 16+2reb+5ast, A.Rorimpandey 15+2reb+3ast, J.Famous 9+5reb, M.Randi 8+1reb, R.Ruslan 7+8reb+1ast, J.Panagan 6+5reb+3ast Dewa United - WBS 86-73 Very expected game in Surabaya where 7th ranked WBS (2-2) was defeated by leader Dewa United (4-0) 86-73 on Friday. Dewa United looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The former international forward Kaleb Gemilang (184-1991) fired 34 points (!!!) and 5 steals (perfect behind the arc making all five shots) for the winners. American guard Ramon Galloway (190-1991, college: La Salle) chipped in a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Rio Disi (185-1992) produced 16 points and 6 assists and forward Nickson Gosal (194-2000) added 9 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Dewa United have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Satria Muda and Bumi Borneo. Loser WBS keeps the seventh place with two games lost. They share the position with Bali Utd. and Rans Pik. Dewa United will meet Prawira (#6) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. WBS will play against the league's leader Bumi Borneo and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Dewa United: K.Gemilang 34+4reb+2ast, R.Galloway 22+10reb+5ast, K.Poetiray 9+1reb+5ast, A.Johnson 8+5reb+1ast, F.Purwoko 4+1reb, K.Bryan 3 WBS: D.Rio 16+4reb+6ast, S.Rondonuwu 12, G.Nickson 9+6reb+2ast, P.Williams 8+5reb+3ast, H.Sade 8+3reb, P.Rizky 7+6reb Satya Wacana - Satria Muda 53-60 Bottom-ranked Satya Wacana (0-4) is still winless. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their fourth consecutive match to leader Satria Muda (4-0) 60-53 on Saturday evening. Satria Muda outrebounded Satya Wacana 54-37 including a 21-9 advantage in offensive rebounds. American forward Elijah Foster (197-1996, college: Nevada) fired a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. The former international Arki Wisnu (187-1988) chipped in 13 points and 6 rebounds. Foster is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Satria Muda's coach Youbel Sondakh used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. American forward Shemar Johnson (204-1996, college: Stillman) produced 25 points and 7 rebounds and forward Randy Prasetya (202-1997) added 12 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Satria Muda have a solid series of four victories in a row. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Dewa United and Bumi Borneo. Loser Satya Wacana still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with NSH. Satria Muda will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Satya Wacana will play against Tangerang (#14) and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Satria Muda: E.Foster 16+12reb+3ast, A.Wisnu 13+6reb+1ast, W.Teja 8+7reb+1ast, M.Aziz 8+5reb, E.Antoni 6+2reb+2ast, L.Oei 4+2reb+1ast Satya Wacana: S.Johnson 25+7reb+3ast, P.Randy 12+9reb+1ast, B.Maikel 5+2reb, B.Calvin 4+6reb+2ast, R.Naufal 4+1reb, T.Saputro 3 Hangtuah - Rans Pik 77-87 Everything could happen in Jakarta at the game between two tied teams. Both twelfth ranked Rans Pik and 9th ranked Hangtuah had identical 1-2 record. But Hangtuah was not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Gor Merpati 87-77 on Saturday night. Rans Pik dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Hangtuah's 32 and made 23-of-28 free shots (82.1 percent) during the game. Jamaican-American Akeem Scott (180-1983, college: High Point) fired 23 points and 5 steals for the winners. Guard Alexander Franklyn (180-2000) chipped in 21 points and 5 steals. Scott is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. South Sudanese-Australian power forward Emmanuel Malou (206-1993, college: Iowa St.) produced 19 points and 7 rebounds and British forward Joe Mvuezolo (197-1996, college: Montana St.) added 18 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Hangtuah players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Rans Pik (2-2) moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Bali Utd. and WBS. Hangtuah lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh position with three games lost. They share it with Indonesia P. and Evos Bogor. Rans Pik will meet Evos Bogor (#11) on the road in the next round. Hangtuah will have a break next round. Top scorers: Rans Pik: A.Scott 23+4reb+2ast, F.Alexander 21+4reb, D.Dawam 11+5reb, F.Minallah 8+4reb+2ast, J.Kuntara 7+2reb+8ast, V.Wuwungan 5+6reb+2ast Hangtuah: E.Malou 19+7reb+1ast, J.Mvuezolo 18+6reb+2ast, K.Purwanto 10+2reb+2ast, D.Pratama 10+3reb+2ast, S.Neno 7+2reb+3ast, S.Carsera 6+2reb+3ast Bali Utd. - Evos Bogor 68-69 Evos Bogor has finally registered their first victory this season after three consecutive losses. The win is especially important as they edged much higher ranked Bali Utd. (2-2) on the road game in Denpasar 69-68 on Saturday. It was a great evening for American forward Andre Jackson (199-1994, college: Bowie St., agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 7 rebounds. Rheza Butarbutar (193-2000) helped adding 13 points and 8 rebounds. At the losing side American swingman Jay Bowie (196-1992, college: Marist, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) responded with 18 points and the other American import forward Dior Lowhorn (201-1987, college: USF) scored 13 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Evos Bogor (1-3) left bottom position moving up to eleventh place, which they share with Hangtuah and Indonesia P. Bali Utd. at the other side dropped to the seventh position with two games lost. They share it with WBS and Rans Pik. Evos Bogor is looking forward to face higher ranked Rans Pik (#8) in Gor Merpati in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Bali Utd. will have a break next round. Top scorers: Evos Bogor: A.Jackson 18+7reb+1ast, D.Haye 17+3reb+1ast, B.Rheza 13+8reb+1ast, W.Christopher 8+3reb+2ast, R.Muhammad 6+2reb+1ast, H.Padre 2+4reb Bali Utd.: J.Bowie 18+3reb+2ast, D.Lowhorn 13+9reb+1ast, P.Rico 12+6reb+2ast, S.Surliyadin 8+5reb+6ast, B.Ardiansyah 6+2reb+3ast, S.Kurniawan 5+1reb+3ast Pelita Jaya - Indonesia P. 78-66 Not a big story in a game in Jakarta where 10th ranked Indonesia P. (1-3) was defeated by seventh ranked Pelita Jaya (3-1) 78-66 on Saturday. Guard Yesaya Saudale (178-2000) fired 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. The former international point guard Andakara Dhyaksa (173-1992) chipped in 23 points. Four Pelita Jaya players scored in double figures. Pelita Jaya's coach Djordje Jovicic allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American guard Anthony Beane (188-1994, college: SIU, agency: Pensack Sports) produced 38 points (!!!) and point guard Ida Putra (183-2000) added 7 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Pelita Jaya have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place. Loser Indonesia P. dropped to the eleventh position with three games lost. They share it with Hangtuah and Evos Bogor. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Pelita Jaya: A.Dhyaksa 23+2reb+2ast, S.Yesaya 18+7reb+4ast, D.Sutton 12+11reb+2ast, A.Muhamad 11+2reb+2ast, M.Laster 5+1reb+1ast, G.Saputra 5+2reb+1ast Indonesia P.: A.Beane 38+3reb+1ast, P.Ida 7+6reb+1ast, C.Julian 5+7reb+1ast, S.Daniel 5+2reb+2ast, U.Karl 4+5reb, S.Kane 3+6reb+2ast |
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| Israeli National League round 15 best performance: Eddie Ekiyor - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Canadian Center Eddie Ekiyor (206-C-1997) had a very impressive game in the last round for M.Ma'ale Adum., receiving a Hoops Agents National League Player of the Week award for round 15. The 25-year old player had a double-double of 25 points and 17 rebounds, while his team beat M.Haifa (#8, 7-8) 89-78. M.Ma'ale Adum. is placed at 6th position in Israeli National League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. M.Ma'ale Adum. will need more victories to improve their 9-6 record. In the team's last game Ekiyor had a remarkable 81.8% from 2-point range. He turned to be M.Ma'ale Adum.'s top player in his first season with the team. Former Carleton University star has very solid stats this year. Ekiyor is in league's top in points (5th best: 20.5ppg), rebounds (5th best: 10.1rpg) and averages impressive 1.7bpg and 54.1% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young American Michael Holyfield (211-C-1992) of H.Hevel Modi'in. Holyfield had a very good evening with a double-double of 23 points and 11 rebounds. It was enough for H.Hevel Modi'in to edge the higher-ranked E.Netanya (#5, 10-6) 80-78. Despite this victory they still are dead at the bottom. 15 lost games are too many comparing to just one victory H.Hevel Modi'in managed to get this year. Holyfield is a newcomer at H.Hevel Modi'in, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was American center Justin Robinson (206-C-1996) of E.Netanya (#5). Robinson scored 24 points and grabbed nine rebounds. He was a key player of E.Netanya, leading his team to a 91-80 win against the lower-ranked M.Rehovot (#11, 6-9). E.Netanya needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 10 victories and 6 lost games. Robinson has a great season in Israel. After 15 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 9.1rpg (9th best). He also has 2.4bpg and FGP: 60.5%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Tyler Wideman (203-PF-1995) of Ramat Hash. - 16 points, 17 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Al'Lonzo Coleman (203-F-1989) of M.Rehovot - 23 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists 6. Keith Stone (206-F-1997) of E.Shomron - 29 points and 7 rebounds 7. Jimmy Hall (203-PF-1994) of H.Afula - 23 points and 14 rebounds 8. Storm Warren (211-PF-1988) of H.Ramat Gan - 20 points and 11 rebounds 9. Willy Workman (198-SF-1990) of M.Raanana - 15 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Stedmon Lemon (198-G-1992) of H.Ramat Gan - 26 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Curtatone adds Almeida to their roster - by Paulo Freire | |
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Junior-Basket-Chllenge-Curtatone (Serie C) added to their roster 16-year old naturalized Brazilian guard Davi Almeida (2007). Almeida played last season at Nuova Matteotti Corato. He helped them to win the Serie C Puglia Gold title despite they ended the regular season at the second place. |
| Emanuel Terreni joins Reggio Emilia - by Paulo Freire | |
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Basket-2000-Reggio-Emilia (Serie C) added to their roster 22-year old Brazilian power forward Emanuel Terreni (202cm-2000). Terreni will still stay in Italy where he played last season at BLE Juvecaserta Accademy. In three Serie B games in Italy he had just 2.0ppg and 2.0rpg. The previous (2021-22) season he played at Lamezia. He has played previously for two other teams: Omegna and Cermenate. |
| Juliatto re-signs at Siena Costone - by Paulo Freire | ||||
Juliatto has played previously professionally in Spain (Llica) and Brazil (Minas, Sao Jose, Basquete Curitiba and Londrina). |
| Siena Costone keeps Bruttini for another season - by Paulo Freire |
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Vismederi-Costone-Siena (Serie C) re-signed 32-year old 188cm small forward Luigi Bruttini. Bruttini has played there for the last twelve seasons. He is a very experienced player. |
| Tautvydas Stankus (ex Taurages) signs at Ascoli Basket - by Paulo Freire |
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Ascoli-Basket (Serie C) landed 23-year old Lithuanian 189cm guard Tautvydas Stankus. Stankus has played for the last three years at Taurages in Lithuanian RKL league. He helped them to make it to the semifinals.
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| Ascoli Basket tabs Tomas Lucero, ex Tiro Federal - by Paulo Freire | |
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Ascoli-Basket (Serie C) inked 25-year old Argentinian 181cm point guard Tomas Lucero. Lucero has played for the last five years at Tiro Federal in Argentinian TFB league. In 27 games he averaged 4.4ppg and 1.7rpg in 2020-21 year. He has played also professionally in Instituto. |
| Erikas Stulpinas (ex VDU) agreed terms with Ascoli Basket - by Paulo Freire | |
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Ascoli-Basket (Serie C) inked 19-year old Lithuanian 195cm forward Erikas Stulpinas. Stulpinas played most recently at Vytauto Didziojo Universitetas in Lithuanian RKL league. The previous (2020-21) season he played at Zalgiris (U18 League) in Lithuania where in 13 games he recorded 6.9ppg, 5.1rpg, 1.8apg and 1.1spg in that year. He helped them to win the regular season and make it to the final. Stulpinas has played also professionally in Kauno KM Zalgiris II U18 team. |
| Ascoli Basket inks Lorenzo Scarpetti - by Paulo Freire | |
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Ascoli-Basket (Serie C) signed 26-year old point guard Lorenzo Scarpetti (188cm-1996). Scarpetti played most recently at S.Benedetto. The previous (2019-20) season he played at Giplast Alba Adriatica (Serie D). He has played previously for Giulianova. |
| Ruben Ceccariglia joins Milano Velasca - by Paulo Freire | |
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San-Pio-X-Velasca-Milano (Serie C) agreed terms with 25-year old point guard Ruben Ceccariglia (175cm-1997). Ceccariglia just played at Val di Ceppo in Italian Serie C. He missed last two seasons and had longer break from professional basketball. Ceccariglia has played previously for two other teams: Posal Sesto and Orvieto. |
| Milano Velasca signs Stefano Grimaldi - by Paulo Freire | |
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San-Pio-X-Velasca-Milano (Serie C) signed experienced 35-year old guard Stefano Grimaldi (183cm-1987). Grimaldi played last season at Milano Cusano. He has spent his entire career in Italy playing for four other teams: Nerviano, MI Soul, Bottanuco and Olona. Grimaldi is close to retirement age as a player. It's very possible he may end his playing career at Milano Velasca. He could be described: Shooting-guard who can spend some time at position PG due to his ball-handling skills. Very good 3pts. Shooter from the dribble; spot-up or coming-out from screens; and he can score also with mid-range. Solid player who guarantees points and experience. |
| Coach Luigi Paduano signs at Milano Velasca - by Paulo Freire |
| San-Pio-X-Velasca-Milano (Serie C) landed 43-year old coach Luigi Paduano. Paduano has coached for the last two years at MI Bocconi. |
| Milano Velasca sign a second foreign player - by Paulo Freire |
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San-Pio-X-Velasca-Milano (Serie C) landed 22-year old North Macedonian 193cm small forward Damian Lazarov. Lazarov is the second foreign player in the roster as Serbian Aleksa Tesin signed here earlier. He played recently at Pallacanestro Milano 1958 in Italian Serie C. He missed last four seasons and had longer break from professional basketball. He has played previously for Italian team Milano Urania. |
| Serie A Round 16: #1 Milano is defeated by Reggio Emilia - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Milano (12-4) on the court of sixteenth ranked Reggio Emilia on Sunday night. Visitors were defeated by Reggio Emilia 73-68. They made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Andrea Cinciarini (191-1986) who helped to win the game recording 11 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists and American point guard Jeremy Senglin (188-1995, college: Weber St.) who added 14 points during the contest. At the losing side American-Ugandan center Brandon Davies (208-1991, college: BYU, agency: BeoBasket) responded with 22 points and 5 rebounds. Milano's coach Ettore Messina rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Reggio Emilia maintains sixteenth position with 5-11 record. Defending champion Milano still keeps top place with four games lost. They share the position with Virtus BO. Reggio Emilia are looking forward to face higher ranked Brindisi (#10) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Milano will play against Trento (#5) and is hoping to win this game. Important game to mention about took place in Brindisi. Tenth ranked Brindisi (7-9) saved a 1-point victory at home edging much higher ranked Virtus BO (12-4) 78-77 on Sunday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the guest team. The winners were led by American guard Ky Bowman (185-1998, college: Boston Coll.) who scored that evening 15 points and Nick Perkins supported him with 18 points. Even 20 points and 7 rebounds (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!) by Nigerian-American Semi Ojeleye (201-1994, college: SMU) did not help to save the game for Virtus BO. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Brindisi moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Virtus BO at the other side still keeps top position with four games lost. They share it with Milano. Brindisi will play against bottom-ranked Reggio Emilia (#16) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Virtus BO will play against Verona (#13) and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game in Trento was also quite interesting. 5th ranked Varese (9-7) played at the court of sixth ranked Trento (9-7). Trento defeated Varese 90-80 on Sunday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Varese. Americans were the main players on the court. Darion Atkins fired 16 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Trento's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Colbey Ross produced 16 points and 4 assists for lost side. Trento moved-up to fifth place, which they share with defeated Varese. Trento will meet league's leader Milano on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Varese will play against Brescia (#9) and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 16: Sassari lost to Napoli on the opponent's court 83-93. Brescia unfortunately lost to Treviso in a home game 80-81. Verona recorded a loss to Pesaro on the road 73-76. Tortona defeated Scafati on its own court 79-74. Trieste beat Venezia in a road game 81-72. The most impressive stats of the last round was 13 points and 14 rebounds by Skylar Spencer of Trieste. Napoli - Sassari 93-83 There was an upset when higher ranked Sassari (7-9) was defeated on the road by fourteenth ranked Napoli (6-10) 93-83 on Sunday. Napoli shot 62.5 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 52.2 percentage. American center JaCorey Williams (203-1994, college: MTSU) fired a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. The other American import guard Elijah Stewart (196-1995, college: USC) chipped in 22 points. Lithuanian forward Eimantas Bendzius (207-1990) produced 14 points and 5 rebounds and American forward DeShawn Stephens (203-1989, college: SDSU, agency: Slash Sports) added 6 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Napoli moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Sassari dropped to the eighth position with nine games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Napoli will meet higher ranked Trieste (#11) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Sassari will play against Pesaro having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: Sassari: J.Jones 16+1reb+2ast, S.Gentile 15+1reb+2ast, E.Bendzius 14+5reb+1ast, F.Kruslin 13+1reb+2ast, K.Treier 11+2reb+1ast, C.Dowe 8+2reb+5ast Napoli: E.Stewart 22+1reb+2ast, J.Williams 16+10reb+1ast, D.Davis 14+7reb, D.Michineau 12+1reb+2ast, J.Howard 10+3ast, N.Dellosto 7+2reb+1ast Brescia - Treviso 80-81 There was a surprise result when fifteenth ranked Treviso (6-10) edged on the road higher ranked Brescia (7-9) 81-80 on Sunday. Nigerian point guard Ike Iroegbu (188-1995, college: WSU) fired 24 points and 4 assists for the winners. Finnish forward Mikael Jantunen (204-2000, college: Utah) chipped in 9 points and 12 rebounds. The former international Amedeo Della Valle (192-1993, college: Ohio St., agency: SLN) produced 19 points and 4 assists (made all of his seven free throws) and American forward Kenny Gabriel (205-1989, college: Auburn) added 11 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Brescia players scored in double figures. Brescia's coach Alessandro Magro tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Treviso moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Brescia lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with nine games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Treviso will meet at home higher ranked Tortona (#3) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Brescia will play against Varese (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Brescia: A.Della Valle 19+4ast, C.Massinburg 15+1reb+2ast, D.Cournooh 12+2reb+6ast, K.Gabriel 11+7reb+2ast, T.Odiase 8+2reb, T.Laquintana 5+2reb Treviso: I.Iroegbu 24+4reb+4ast, P.Sorokas 16+2reb+3ast, A.Banks 13+3reb+4ast, M.Jantunen 9+12reb+1ast, A.Zanelli 7+1reb+1ast, M.Jurkatamm 5+2reb Brindisi - Virtus BO 78-77 Important game to mention about took place in Brindisi. Tenth ranked Brindisi (7-9) saved a 1-point victory at home edging much higher ranked Virtus BO (12-4) 78-77 on Sunday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the guest team. Strangely Virtus BO outrebounded Brindisi 38-21 including a 30-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. The winners were led by American guard Ky Bowman (185-1998, college: Boston Coll.) who scored that evening 15 points and the other American import power forward Nick Perkins (203-1996, college: Buffalo) supported him with 18 points. Even 20 points and 7 rebounds (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!) by Nigerian-American Semi Ojeleye (201-1994, college: SMU) did not help to save the game for Virtus BO. French center Mouhammadou Jaiteh (211-1994) added 12 points and 10 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Brindisi moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Virtus BO at the other side still keeps top position with four games lost. They share it with Milano. Brindisi will play against bottom-ranked Reggio Emilia (#16) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Virtus BO will play against Verona (#13) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Virtus BO: S.Ojeleye 20+7reb, M.Jaiteh 12+10reb, K.Weems 10+2reb, N.Mannion 9+1reb+3ast, M.Belinelli 9+2ast, D.Hackett 6+3reb Brindisi: N.Perkins 18+3reb, K.Bowman 15+4reb+3ast, D.Lamb 11+4reb+2ast, M.Reed 8+1reb+3ast, J.Burnell 8+2reb, A.Mezzanotte 6+1reb Pesaro - Verona 76-73 Not a big story in a game when 11th ranked Verona (6-10) was edged on the road by fourth ranked Pesaro (10-6) 76-73 on Saturday. However just three-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. American power forward Kwan Cheatham Jr (206-1995, college: Akron) fired 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Serbian-Canadian center Dejan Kravic (210-1990, college: Texas Tech, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 10 points and 5 rebounds. Four Pesaro players scored in double figures. American Karvel Anderson (188-1991, college: RMU) produced 22 points and point guard Alessandro Cappelletti (186-1995) added 11 points and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Pesaro have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 10-6 record. Newly promoted Verona dropped to the twelfth place with ten games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Pesaro will meet Sassari (#8) on the road in the next round. Verona will play against the league's second-placed Virtus BO (#2) in Bologna and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Verona: K.Anderson 22+4reb, J.Sanders 12+3reb, A.Cappelletti 11+4reb+5ast, T.Smith 8+8reb+2ast, X.Johnson 7+13reb, C.Davide 5+4reb Pesaro: K.Cheatham Jr. 18+8reb+3ast, D.Kravic 10+5reb+2ast, D.Moretti 10+2reb, M.Abdur-Rahkman 10+3reb+1ast, R.Visconti 8+2reb, L.Tote 7+5reb Reggio Emilia - Milano 73-68 The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Milano (12-4) on the court of sixteenth ranked Reggio Emilia on Sunday night. Visitors were defeated by Reggio Emilia 73-68. They made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Andrea Cinciarini (191-1986) who helped to win the game recording 11 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists and American point guard Jeremy Senglin (188-1995, college: Weber St.) who added 14 points during the contest. At the losing side American-Ugandan center Brandon Davies (208-1991, college: BYU, agency: BeoBasket) responded with 22 points and 5 rebounds and the former international power forward Nicolo Melli (205-1991) scored 13 points and 8 rebounds. Milano's coach Ettore Messina rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Reggio Emilia maintains sixteenth position with 5-11 record. Defending champion Milano still keeps top place with four games lost. They share the position with Virtus BO. Reggio Emilia are looking forward to face higher ranked Brindisi (#10) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Milano will play against Trento (#5) and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Milano: B.Davies 22+5reb+3ast, N.Melli 13+8reb, B.Baron 10+2reb+1ast, K.Hines 8+2reb, D.Hall 7+2reb+2ast, L.Datome 4+2reb Reggio Emilia: J.Senglin 14+4reb+1ast, O.Olisevicius 14+1reb, A.Cinciarini 11+6reb+9ast, D.Mouhamet 9+2reb+1ast, N.Reuvers 8+3reb, S.Anim 5+1ast Tortona - Scafati 79-74 Everything went according to plan when third ranked Tortona (11-5) beat at home 11th ranked Scafati (6-10) 79-74 on Sunday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. American point guard Semaj Christon (190-1992, college: Xavier) fired 13 points and 7 assists for the winners. The former international point guard Ariel Filloy (190-1987, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 17 points. Tortona's coach Marco Ramondino used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American point guard Julyan Stone (198-1988, college: UTEP) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 assists and Nigerian-American Stan Okoye (198-1991, college: VMI) added 17 points respectively for lost side. Four Scafati players scored in double figures. Tortona maintains third position with 11-5 record behind leader Milano. Scafati lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the twelfth place with ten games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Tortona will meet Treviso (#14) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Scafati will play against Venezia and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Scafati: S.Okoye 17+4reb+2ast, J.Stone 17+4reb+13ast, R.Rossato 12+2reb, M.Imbro 10+4reb+5ast, T.Thompson 6+8reb, K.Pinkins 6+5reb+1ast Tortona: A.Filloy 17+2reb, S.Christon 13+2reb+7ast, J.Macura 11+3reb+3ast, R.Tavernelli 8+4ast, D.Harper 7+4reb+3ast, M.Daum 6+4reb Trento - Varese 90-80 The game in Trento was also quite interesting. 5th ranked Varese (9-7) played at the court of sixth ranked Trento (9-7). Trento defeated Varese 90-80 on Sunday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Varese. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Trento made 7 blocks. Americans were the main players on the court. Forward Darion Atkins (203-1992, college: Virginia) fired 16 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Andrew Crawford (196-1990, college: Northwestern, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 17 points and 5 rebounds. Trento's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Colbey Ross (185-1998, college: Pepperdine) produced 16 points and 4 assists and Markel Brown (191-1992, college: OK State) added 14 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Five Trento and four Varese players scored in double figures. Trento moved-up to fifth place, which they share with defeated Varese. Trento will meet league's leader Milano on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Varese will play against Brescia (#9) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Varese: C.Ross 16+3reb+4ast, J.Johnson 15+2reb, M.Brown 14+3reb+4ast, J.Reyes 14+4reb+1ast, T.Owens 8+12reb, G.De Nicolao 6+1reb+3ast Trento: A.Crawford 17+5reb+2ast, D.Atkins 16+5reb+4ast, M.Spagnolo 15+2reb+3ast, D.Flaccadori 12+4reb+3ast, A.Grazulis 12+7reb+1ast, A.Forray 7+3reb+3ast Venezia - Trieste 72-81 There was an upset when higher ranked Venezia (8-8) was defeated at home by twelfth ranked Trieste (7-9) 81-72 on Sunday. American guard Frank Bartley IV (191-1994, college: Louisiana, agency: One Motive Sports) fired 21 points and 4 assists for the winners. The other American import power forward Skylar Spencer (206-1994, college: SDSU, agency: Slash Sports) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 14 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Bartley IV is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. The former international Jeffrey Brooks (203-1989, college: Penn St.) produced 17 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) and American forward Jordan Parks (201-1994, college: NCCU, agency: Inception Sports) added 9 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Trieste have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Venezia keeps the seventh position with eight games lost. Trieste will meet at home Napoli (#15) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Venezia will play against Scafati (#12) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Venezia: J.Brooks 17+4reb+1ast, M.Watt 9+3reb+1ast, A.Tessitori 9+5reb, J.Parks 9+3reb+4ast, M.Spissu 8+3reb+2ast, A.Freeman 7+1ast Trieste: F.Bartley IV 21+2reb+4ast, M.Ruzzier 15+1reb+4ast, S.Spencer 13+14reb, C.Davis 7+1reb+4ast, F.Gaines 6+3reb, G.Vildera 6+1reb+2ast |
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| Yamaguchi signs Isaiah Manderson, ex Rahoveci - by Igor Obradovic | ||||
He represented USA at the Panamerican Games in Lima (Peru) four years ago. His team won Silver and his stats at that event were 4 games: 5.8ppg, 1.0rpg, FGP-2 (72.7%), FT: 80.0%. Manderson is quite experienced player. He has played in nine different countries on three different continents (Europe, Latin America and of course North America). Manderson has played previously professionally in Cyprus (APOP Paphou), Iceland (KR Reykjavik), Puerto Rico (Capitanes, Cangrejeros and Indios), Slovakia (Lucenec), Slovenia (Ilirija), Switzerland (Boncourt), Uruguay (Hebraica), North Macedonia (Angeli) and The Basketball Tournament (Cititeam). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Latinbasket.com Puerto Rican BSN All-Rookie Team back in 2019. He graduated from University of South Florida in 2018 and it is his fifth season as a professional player. |
| Maxie Esho (ex Fraser Valley) agreed terms with Saitama - by Igor Obradovic | ||||
He is a very experienced player. Thanks to Esho's pro career he managed to play on four different continents (Europe, Asia, Latin America and of course North America) in eleven different countries. Esho has played previously professionally in Colombia (Bucaros), Cyprus (Etha), Dominican Republic (Soles, Sameji and Dosa), Indonesia (CLS Knights), Israel (Ramat Hasharon), Kosovo (Prishtina), Saudi Arabia (Ittihad), Taiwan (Fubon Braves), Uruguay (Hebraica), NBA G League (Iowa Wolves, Westchester Knicks and Capital City Go-Go) and Vietnam (Heat). His team made it to the Atlantic 10 Tournament Semifinals in 2012 and 2013. Among many awards he was voted to Asia-Basket.com Saudi Arabian SBL All-Imports Team in 2022. He graduated from University of Massachusetts in 2015 and it is his eighth season in pro basketball. |
| Shanan Utd inks Joshua Crawford - by Igor Obradovic | ||||
In his first game he scored 20 points and grabbed 9 rebounds. Despite his good performance his new team lost to Saitama 59-115. He started the season at Earthfriends Tokyo Z in the B2 League. In 8 games he had 12.9ppg, 7.6rpg, 1.3apg and 1.3spg. B3 League will be definitely a better match and he can see more playing time. The last season he played also at Earthfriends Tokyo Z (B2 League) where in 44 games he recorded very impressive stats: 16.2ppg, 10.9rpg (#4 in the league), 2.6apg and 1.1spg. 2021-22 was a great season as he was named to Asia-Basket.com All-Japanese B League D2 Honorable Mention and League Player of the Week. Crawford is quite experienced player. He has played in nine different countries on five different continents (Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa and of course North America). Crawford has played previously professionally in Bulgaria (Beroe), Israel (Maccabi Ramat Gan), Lithuania (Nevezis), Morocco (MAS Fez), Slovakia (Handlova), Spain (Xiria), NBA (Indiana Pacers), Japan (Niigata Albirex, Ehime Orange Vikings, Kagawa Five Arrows, Tokyo Cinq Reves and Kumamoto Volters) and Dominican Republic (Reales). His college team made it to the Moroccan Throne Cup final in 2018. He graduated from Indiana State in 2010 and it is his 13th (hopefully lucky) (!!!) season as a professional player. |
| Shinshu Brave Warriors Nagano lands Draelon Burns - by Igor Obradovic | |||
In 2009 (a year after his graduation) he was drafted by Sioux Falls Skyforce (D-League) in fifth round (77th overall). The former De Paul University standout is in his 15th (!!!) season in pro basketball. Burns is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball he experienced life in four different countries playing on three different continents. He is familiar with European, Asian and of course North American leagues. Burns has played previously professionally also in Germany (Uni Baskets), Iceland (Keflavik) and Israel (Elitzur Kiryat Ata and Elitzur Yavne) and Japan (Ryukyu Golden Kings Okinawa, Yokohama B-Corsairs and Nishinomiya Storks). He won Japanese BJ League Western Division championship title in 2014 and 2016. Burns was voted to Japanese BJ-League All-Star Game back in 2013 and 2015. He is close to retirement age as a player. It may be one of last seasons in his extensive career, which he may end at Shinshu-Brave-Warriors-Nagano. |
| SeaHorses Mikawa adds Miller-Scott to their roster, ex FiberXers - by Igor Obradovic | ||||
In 2012 he was drafted by ? Denver Nuggets (NBA) in second round (38th overall). He attended Baylor University and it is his eleventh (!!!) season in pro basketball. Miller-Scott is quite experienced player. Miller-Scott's career allowed him to visit four different continents, while he played in twelve different countries. He tasted the life as pro basketball player in Europe, Asia, Latin America and of course North America. Miller-Scott has played previously professionally in Germany (Brose Bamberg), Israel (Maccabi Tel Aviv), Portugal (Benfica), Puerto Rico (Piratas), Serbia (Crvena Zvezda), Spain (Joventut), Taiwan (Pauian), Uruguay (Nacional), NBA (Detroit Pistons, Brooklyn Nets and Sacramento Kings), Croatia (Cibona), NBA G League (Stockton Kings) and The Basketball Tournament (HBC Sicklerville, Loyalty is Love, Heartfire and YGC). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team made it to the Portuguese League Semifinals in 2021. He was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Uruguay LUB Honorable Mention in 2022. |
| B2 League Round 30: Chiba is defeated by Ehime OV - 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 top-ranked Chiba (25-7) at the home court on Saturday night. Hosts were edged by fourth ranked Ehime OV (14-18) 79-76. Point guard Takumi Furuno (179-1993) scored 23 points and 8 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American power forward Andrew Fitzgerald (202-1990, college: Oklahoma, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 19 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Ehime OV's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was American forward Leo Lyons (206-1987, college: Missouri) with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 17 rebounds and 8 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Ehime OV maintains fourth position with 14-18 record, which they share with Nishinomiya S. Newly promoted Chiba dropped to the second place with seven games lost. Ehime OV will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Chiba will play again at home against Ehime OV and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Seventh-ranked Kagawa FA (9-23) gave a tough game to second ranked Koshigaya A. (26-6) in Takamatsu. The visitors from Tokyo managed to secure only one-point victory 72-71. However their fans expected much easier game. American forward Justin Harper (208-1989, college: Richmond) notched 22 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort and Isaac Butts supported him with 11 points and 18 rebounds. Even a double-double of 29 points and 13 rebounds by British forward Myles Hesson (198-1990, agency: Octagon Europe) did not help to save the game for Kagawa FA. Kagawa FA's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Koshigaya A. have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Saga B. Kagawa FA at the other side dropped to the sixth place with 23 games lost. They share the position with Bambitious N.. Koshigaya A. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kagawa FA will play again at home against the league's leader Koshigaya A. (#1) and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game between Top Four teams took place in Fukushima. Their close opponent host Fukushima (16-16) lost to third ranked Kumamoto V. (18-14) 82-75. The best player for the winners was Terrance Woodbury who scored 24 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Gregory Echenique who recorded 29 points and 7 rebounds (went 11 for 11 at the free throw line !!!). Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kumamoto V. maintains third position with 18-14 record having eight points less than leader Saga B. which they share with defeated Fukushima. Loser Fukushima keeps the third place with 16 games lost. Kumamoto V. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Fukushima will play again against Kumamoto V. and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 30: Fukuoka R. lost to Aomori W. on the opponent's court 75-81. Yamagata unfortunately lost to Saga B. in a home game 64-81. Tokyo Z managed to beat Nishinomiya S. on the road 76-72. Bambitious N. was defeated by Nagasaki on its own court 94-101. Aomori W. - Fukuoka R. 81-75 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 5th ranked Fukuoka R.'s (12-20) road loss to fourth ranked Aomori W. (15-17) 75-81 on Saturday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Aomori W. made 7 blocks. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was forward Alex Davis (206-1992, college: Fresno St.) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 13 rebounds. Center Max Hisatake (203-1998, college: IlIinois Tech) chipped in 9 points and 10 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Jordan Glynn (200-1989, college: SF Austin) who recorded a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and point guard Marvelle Harris (196-1993, college: Fresno St., agency: Slash Sports) added 23 points respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Aomori W. maintains fourth position with 15-17 record. Loser Fukuoka R. keeps the fifth place with 20 games lost. Aomori W. will again meet at home Fukuoka R. (#5) in the next round. Fukuoka R. will have a break next round. Top scorers: Fukuoka R.: M.Harris 23+1reb+2ast, J.Glynn 16+10reb+3ast, D.Gordon 9+14reb+2ast, Y.Nagayoshi 6+1reb+2ast, S.Shigetomi 6+1ast, Y.Otsuka 5+1reb+6ast Aomori W.: A.Davis 22+13reb+3ast, K.Aita 17+1reb+3ast, M.Hisatake 9+10reb+2ast, I.Yuichi 9+1reb+4ast, H.Mone 6+2reb+1ast, E.Montgomery 6+4reb+1ast Yamagata - Saga B. 64-81 Very predictable result when first ranked Saga B. (26-6) defeated on the road 6th ranked Yamagata (13-19) 81-64 on Saturday. Saga B. dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Yamagata's 20. The best player for the winners was Cuban guard Reynaldo Garcia (187-1990) who scored 22 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Canadian forward Mikyle McIntosh (201-1994, college: Oregon) chipped in 23 points and 5 rebounds. Saga B.'s coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American James Bell (196-1992, college: Villanova, agency: Slash Sports) who recorded 16 points and 7 rebounds and American-Panamanian center Javier Carter (203-1991, college: USA, agency: Slash Sports) added 11 points and 13 rebounds respectively. Four Yamagata players scored in double figures. Saga B. have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 26-6 record, which they share with Koshigaya A. Loser Yamagata keeps the sixth place with 19 games lost. Saga B. 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 leader Saga B. (#1) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Yamagata: T.Welsh 16+9reb+1ast, J.Bell 16+7reb+3ast, J.Carter 11+13reb+2ast, D.Suzuki 10+2reb, K.Takahashi 4, S.Murakami 2+4ast Saga B.: M.McIntosh 23+5reb, R.Garcia 22+5reb+4ast, C.Fieler 11+10reb+2ast, S.Taiki 7+1reb+1ast, T.Nishikawa 7+2reb+1ast, Y.Mitsuhara 5+4reb Fukushima - Kumamoto V. 75-82 The game between Top Four teams took place in Fukushima. Their close opponent host Fukushima (16-16) lost to third ranked Kumamoto V. (18-14) 82-75. Kumamoto V. dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Fukushima's 40. The best player for the winners was American guard Terrance Woodbury (201-1987, college: Georgia) who scored 24 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. The other American import center Jamel McLean (202-1988, college: Xavier) chipped in 15 points. Woodbury 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 Venezuelan center Gregory Echenique (206-1990, college: Creighton, agency: Pensack Sports) who recorded 29 points and 7 rebounds (went 11 for 11 at the free throw line !!!) and American forward Josh Harrellson (208-1989, college: Kentucky) added 13 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kumamoto V. maintains third position with 18-14 record having eight points less than leader Saga B. which they share with defeated Fukushima. Loser Fukushima keeps the third place with 16 games lost. Kumamoto V. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Fukushima will play again against Kumamoto V. and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Fukushima: G.Echenique 29+7reb, J.Harrellson 13+5reb+1ast, T.Hasegawa 9+3reb+2ast, S.Murakami 7+1reb+4ast, N.Hashimoto 5, E.Murphy 5+1reb+2ast Kumamoto V.: T.Woodbury 24+9reb+7ast, J.McLean 15+3reb+1ast, C.Sow 14+4reb, B.Lawson 8+6reb, I.Hiroaki 6+5reb+6ast, R.Tawatari 5+3reb+2ast Chiba - Ehime OV 76-79 The most crucial game of the last round was another loss of top-ranked Chiba (25-7) at the home court on Saturday night. Hosts were edged by fourth ranked Ehime OV (14-18) 79-76. Point guard Takumi Furuno (179-1993) scored 23 points and 8 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American power forward Andrew Fitzgerald (202-1990, college: Oklahoma, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 19 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Ehime OV's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was American forward Leo Lyons (206-1987, college: Missouri) with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 17 rebounds and 8 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and guard Kei Sugimoto (182-1992) scored 14 points and 6 assists. Ehime OV maintains fourth position with 14-18 record, which they share with Nishinomiya S. Newly promoted Chiba dropped to the second place with seven games lost. Ehime OV will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Chiba will play again at home against Ehime OV and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Chiba: L.Lyons 20+17reb+8ast, Y.Otsuka 16+1reb+1ast, K.Sugimoto 14+3reb+6ast, K.Kotzur 9+8reb+4ast, F.Kota 7+1reb+3ast, K.Paras 6 Ehime OV: T.Furuno 23+3reb+8ast, A.Fitzgerald 19+9reb, Y.Toshino 12+4reb+4ast, R.Kriener 8+10reb+2ast, S.Ishii 7+1reb+2ast, E.Phelps 6+3reb+2ast Nishinomiya S. - Tokyo Z 72-76 There was a minor upset in Hyogo where 5th ranked Nishinomiya S. (14-18) was defeated by seventh ranked Tokyo Z (6-26) 76-72 on Saturday. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was power forward Ishmael Lane (203-1997, college: NSU) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Addison Spruill (195-1993, college: UNCW) chipped in 11 points and 9 rebounds. Four Tokyo Z players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Trey Porter (208-1996, college: Nevada) who recorded a double-double by scoring 22 points, 17 rebounds and 4 blocks and forward DeQuan Jones (203-1990, college: Miami, FL) added 19 points and 11 rebounds respectively. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Tokyo Z maintains seventh position with 6-26 record. Loser Nishinomiya S. dropped to the fourth place with 18 games lost. They share the position with Ehime OV. Tokyo Z will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Nishinomiya S. will play again against Tokyo Z (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Nishinomiya S.: T.Porter 22+17reb+3ast, D.Jones 19+11reb+1ast, K.Sena 7+1reb, Z.Dimec 7+9reb+1ast, K.Ryuya 5+1reb+1ast, N.Dohara 4+2reb+1ast Tokyo Z: I.Lane 17+13reb+4ast, Y.Ide 16+4reb+1ast, A.Spruill 11+9reb+3ast, M.Joho 10+5reb, K.Kimura 8+1reb+2ast, J.Kano 7+3reb+1ast Bambitious N. - Nagasaki 94-101 Everything went according to plan in Nara where second ranked Nagasaki (21-11) beat 6th ranked Bambitious N. (9-23) 101-94 on Saturday. They outrebounded Bambitious N. 40-29 including 28 on the defensive glass. Nagasaki looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Matt Bonds (196-1995, college: St.Michael's) who had a double-double by scoring 32 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. The other American import forward Jeffrey Gibbs (188-1980, college: Otterbein) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Nagasaki players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Senegalese center Cheikh Mbodj (208-1987, college: Cincinnati) who recorded 25 points and 9 rebounds and American-Portuguese Jeremiah Wilson (205-1988, college: Tarleton St.) added 21 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Newly promoted Nagasaki maintains second position with 21-11 record having five points less than leader Saga B. Loser Bambitious N. keeps the sixth place with 23 games lost. They share the position with Kagawa FA. Nagasaki will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Bambitious N. will play again against the league's second-placed Nagasaki (#2) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Bambitious N.: C.Mbodj 25+9reb+2ast, J.Wilson 21+6reb, C.James 17+3reb+4ast, T.Komoda 8+1ast, N.Uto 7+9reb+6ast, Y.Tomoya 5+3ast Nagasaki: M.Bonds 32+10reb+7ast, M.Karimata 18+1reb+3ast, T.Kanji 14+2reb+1ast, J.Gibbs 14+11reb+7ast, J.Heading 13+2reb+1ast, P.Aguilar 7+9reb+4ast Kagawa FA - Koshigaya A. 71-72 Seventh-ranked Kagawa FA (9-23) gave a tough game to second ranked Koshigaya A. (26-6) in Takamatsu. The visitors from Tokyo managed to secure only one-point victory 72-71. However their fans expected much easier game. Koshigaya A. dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Kagawa FA's 14. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. American forward Justin Harper (208-1989, college: Richmond) notched 22 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort and the other American import center Isaac Butts (208-1989, college: App State) supported him with 11 points and 18 rebounds. Even a double-double of 29 points and 13 rebounds by British forward Myles Hesson (198-1990, agency: Octagon Europe) did not help to save the game for Kagawa FA. Australian forward Rhys Vague (206-1996) added 11 points and 7 rebounds. Kagawa FA's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Koshigaya A. have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Saga B. Kagawa FA at the other side dropped to the sixth place with 23 games lost. They share the position with Bambitious N.. Koshigaya A. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kagawa FA will play again at home against the league's leader Koshigaya A. (#1) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Kagawa FA: M.Hesson 29+13reb+3ast, R.Vague 11+7reb+2ast, T.Kodama 9+3reb+3ast, R.Adams 9+8reb+1ast, K.Richardson 6+7reb+2ast, U.Junki 4+2ast Koshigaya A.: J.Harper 22+7reb+1ast, B.Chapman 15+14reb, I.Butts 11+18reb+1ast, T.Hasegawa 7+1reb+6ast, K.Hayate 7+5reb+6ast, K.Makoto 6+5reb+1ast |
| B1 League Round 32: #1 Kawasaki BT is defeated by Ryukyu GK - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Kawasaki BT (18-13) in Kanagawa on Saturday night. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Ryukyu GK (23-8) 93-82. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Kawasaki BT. Ryukyu GK looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Ryuichi Kishimoto (176-1990) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and American power forward Allen Durham (198-1988, college: Grace Christian) who added 19 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. The former international power forward Nick Fazekas (211-1985, college: Nevada) responded with 27 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ryukyu GK moved-up to third place, which they share with Nagoya DD. Kawasaki BT at the other side dropped to the second position with 13 games lost. They share it with FE Nagoya. Ryukyu GK will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kawasaki BT will play again at home against Ryukyu GK and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Important game to mention about took place in Hiroshima. Second ranked Alvark Tokyo (25-6) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging top-ranked Hiroshima D. (25-6) 74-71 in the fight for the first place. It ended at the same time the nine-game winning streak of Hiroshima D.. It was a key game for the top position in the league. The winners were led by the former international forward Ryan Rossiter (204-1989, college: Siena) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 14 points and 16 rebounds and Sebastian Saiz supported him with 9 points and 11 rebounds. Even 18 points and 5 rebounds by American forward Kerry Blackshear Jr (208-1997, college: Florida) did not help to save the game for Hiroshima D.. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Alvark Tokyo have an impressive five-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with defeated Hiroshima D. Alvark Tokyo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Hiroshima D. will play again at home against the league's second-placed Alvark Tokyo and it may be a tough game between close rivals. A very close game took place in Toyama between Toyama G. and Sendai 89ers. Seventh ranked Toyama G. (7-24) got a very close home victory over their close opponent Sendai 89ers (8-23). Toyama G. managed to escape with a 2-point win 75-73 in the fight for the seventh place. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was Brice Johnson who scored 31 points and 9 rebounds. Justin Burrell produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 16 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Toyama G. maintains seventh position with 7-24 record, which they share with Hokkaido L. Sendai 89ers lost ninth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keep the seventh place with 23 games lost. Toyama G. will again meet at home Sendai 89ers (#7) in the next round. Sendai 89ers will have a break next round. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 32: San-en NP won against Hitachi SRT on the opponent's court 74-63. Akita NH managed to outperform Osaka E. in a home game 85-79. Yokohama BC managed to beat Hokkaido L. on the road 98-82. Ibaraki R. was crushed by Nagoya DD on its own court 71-90. Gunma CT beat Kyoto H. in a road game 88-81. Niigata A. destroyed Sea Horses M. at home 93-73. Shimane SM outscored Shiga L-Stars on the opponent's court 108-80. Shinshu BW were rolled over Chiba Jets in a home game 70-89. San-en NP was defeated by Hitachi SRT on the road 103-93. Tochigi Brex beat FE Nagoya on its own court 74-59. The most impressive stats of the last round was 13 points and 15 rebounds by Johnathan Williams III of FE Nagoya. Hitachi SRT - San-en NP 63-74 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 5th ranked Hitachi SRT's (13-17) home loss to fourth ranked San-en NP (14-18) 63-74 on Friday. The best player for the winners was American center Kyle O'Quinn (206-1990, college: Norfolk St., agency: Pensack Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points, 17 rebounds and 6 blocks. Kazuki Hosokawa (187-1997) chipped in 22 points. San-en NP's coach Branislav Vicentic used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. American forward James McAdoo (206-1993, college: UNC, agency: Slash Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds and his fellow American import forward Kevin Jones (206-1989, college: WVU) added 11 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the hosts. San-en NP have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 14-18 record. Hitachi SRT lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with 17 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: San-en NP: H.Kazuki 22+4reb, K.O'Quinn 19+17reb+3ast, I.Hicks 14+4reb+1ast, D.Giddens 8+6reb+2ast, K.Kanamaru 8+2ast, M.Yamauchi 2+3reb+4ast Hitachi SRT: J.McAdoo 18+13reb+2ast, K.Jones 11+9reb+2ast, G.Kojima 11+1reb+2ast, K.Tsuya 7+2reb+2ast, K.Sekino 6+3ast, L.Vendrame 4+3reb+4ast Akita NH - Osaka E. 85-79 Rather predictable result when fourth ranked Akita NH (16-15) defeated at home 6th ranked Osaka E. (14-17) 85-79 on Saturday. Akita NH looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was American center Steve Zack (211-1992, college: La Salle) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). The former international swingman Takatoshi Furukawa (190-1987) chipped in 26 points (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field). Furukawa is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. American guard DJ Newbill (193-1992, college: Penn St.) produced 20 points and 7 assists and the former international Takuya Hashimoto (186-1994) added 15 points respectively for the guests. Four Osaka E. players scored in double figures. Osaka E.'s coach Mathias Fischer rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Akita NH moved-up to third place, which they share with Shinshu BW. Osaka E. lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 17 games lost. Akita NH will again meet at home Osaka E. (#6) in the next round. Osaka E. will have a break next round. Top scorers: Akita NH: T.Furukawa 26+4reb+2ast, S.Kidd 20+2reb+4ast, S.Zack 18+13reb+5ast, H.Kawashima 9+2reb+7ast, T.Nakayama 8+3reb+6ast, K.Kanter 2+3reb Osaka E.: D.Newbill 20+1reb+7ast, T.Hashimoto 15+3reb+3ast, I.Brown 11+5reb+2ast, E.Kojima-Donley 10+1reb+1ast, T.Suzuki 10+3reb+6ast, S.O'Mara 7+8reb+2ast Kawasaki BT - Ryukyu GK 82-93 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Kawasaki BT (18-13) in Kanagawa on Saturday night. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Ryukyu GK (23-8) 93-82. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Kawasaki BT. Ryukyu GK looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Ryuichi Kishimoto (176-1990) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and American power forward Allen Durham (198-1988, college: Grace Christian) who added 19 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Durham is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Ryukyu GK players scored in double figures. The former international power forward Nick Fazekas (211-1985, college: Nevada) responded with 27 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and American-Georgian Matt Janning (195-1988, college: Northeastern) scored 24 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ryukyu GK moved-up to third place, which they share with Nagoya DD. Kawasaki BT at the other side dropped to the second position with 13 games lost. They share it with FE Nagoya. Ryukyu GK will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kawasaki BT will play again at home against Ryukyu GK and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Ryukyu GK: R.Kishimoto 26+2reb+3ast, A.Durham 19+7reb+5ast, K.Imamura 13+4reb+5ast, J.Duncan 12+8reb+3ast, M.Yoshiyuki 9+3ast, J.Cooley 9+9reb+2ast Kawasaki BT: N.Fazekas 27+8reb+4ast, M.Janning 24+1reb+2ast, M.Young 11+4reb+4ast, J.Heath 8+10reb, T.Hasegawa 6, R.Shinoyama 3+3ast Hiroshima D. - Alvark Tokyo 71-74 Important game to mention about took place in Hiroshima. Second ranked Alvark Tokyo (25-6) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging top-ranked Hiroshima D. (25-6) 74-71 in the fight for the first place. It ended at the same time the nine-game winning streak of Hiroshima D.. It was a key game for the top position in the league. They outrebounded Hiroshima D. 41-21 including a 28-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. The winners were led by the former international forward Ryan Rossiter (204-1989, college: Siena) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 14 points and 16 rebounds and Spanish Sebastian Saiz (205-1994, college: Ole Miss) supported him with 9 points and 11 rebounds. Even 18 points and 5 rebounds by American forward Kerry Blackshear Jr (208-1997, college: Florida) did not help to save the game for Hiroshima D.. The former international swingman Naoto Tsuji (185-1989) added 15 points for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Alvark Tokyo have an impressive five-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with defeated Hiroshima D. Alvark Tokyo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Hiroshima D. will play again at home against the league's second-placed Alvark Tokyo and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Alvark Tokyo: R.Rossiter 14+16reb+2ast, S.Ando 12+1reb+5ast, Z.Baranski 11+2reb+1ast, O.Taiki 10+3ast, S.Saiz 9+11reb+2ast, I.Boyarkin 9+1ast Hiroshima D.: K.Blackshear Jr. 18+5reb+3ast, N.Tsuji 15+4reb+2ast, T.Ryo 13+1reb+5ast, N.Mayo 9+5reb+1ast, N.Takuto 6+2reb+2ast, S.Asayama 5+1ast Hokkaido L. - Yokohama BC 82-98 Not a big story in a game in Sapporo where 8th ranked Hokkaido L. (7-24) was defeated by second ranked Yokohama BC (19-12) 98-82 on Saturday. Yokohama BC made 22-of-27 free shots (81.5 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Yuki Kawamura (169-2001) who scored 39 points (!!!). American Devin Oliver (204-1992, college: Dayton) chipped in a double-double by scoring 20 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists. American forward Shawn Long (208-1993, college: Louisiana, agency: Pensack Sports) produced 25 points and 9 rebounds and American-Finnish forward Alex Murphy (206-1993, college: Northeastern) added 19 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Yokohama BC have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. Hokkaido L. lost seventh consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh place with 24 games lost. They share the position with Toyama G.. Yokohama BC will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Hokkaido L. will play again against the league's leader Yokohama BC (#1) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Yokohama BC: K.Yuki 39+3reb+3ast, D.Oliver 20+14reb+6ast, S.Koya 9+1reb, M.Hiroki 8+2reb, K.King 8+2ast, P.Auda 7+8reb+2ast Hokkaido L.: S.Long 25+9reb+1ast, A.Murphy 19+7reb+1ast, B.Motum 11+5reb+1ast, R.Hashimoto 9+2reb+6ast, N.Tsukasa 6+1reb+2ast, S.Terazono 4+2reb+1ast Ibaraki R. - Nagoya DD 71-90 Everything went according to plan in Mito where third ranked Nagoya DD (23-8) outscored 6th ranked Ibaraki R. (10-21) 90-71 on Saturday. Nagoya DD looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was forward Coty Clarke (201-1992, college: Arkansas) who had a double-double by scoring 31 points and 11 rebounds. Power forward Scott Eatherton (206-1991, college: Northeastern, agency: BeoBasket) chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds. Four Nagoya DD players scored in double figures. Center Cameron Krutwig (206-1998, college: Loyola, IL) produced 11 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and Eric Jacobsen (208-1994, college: Arizona St.) added 14 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Nagoya DD have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 23-8 record having four points less than leader Yokohama BC, which they share with Ryukyu GK. Loser Ibaraki R. keeps the sixth place with 21 games lost. They share the position with Sea Horses M.. Nagoya DD will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Ibaraki R. will play again against Nagoya DD (#3) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Nagoya DD: C.Clarke 31+11reb+1ast, S.Eatherton 22+8reb+1ast, Y.Suda 11+1reb+1ast, T.Saito 11+3reb+6ast, P.Ray 7+4reb+2ast, M.Ndour 6+4reb+1ast Ibaraki R.: E.Jacobsen 14+6reb, T.Kennedy 13+3reb+1ast, C.Krutwig 11+5reb+4ast, C.Tapscott 7+7reb+5ast, Y.Hayato 6+4reb, N.Kohei 6+1reb+1ast Kyoto H. - Gunma CT 81-88 There was no surprise when 7th ranked Kyoto H. (13-18) was defeated at home by third ranked Gunma CT (17-12) 88-81 on Saturday. Gunma CT dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Kyoto H.'s 28. Gunma CT forced 19 Kyoto H. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Trey McKinney-Jones (198-1990, college: Miami, FL) who scored 22 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists (was perfect 9-for-9 from the free throw line !!!). The other American import center Kaleb Tarczewski (212-1993, college: Arizona) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds. American forward Jarrod Uthoff (203-1993, college: Iowa) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds and Canadian-Filipino guard Matthew Wright (193-1991, college: St.Bonaventure) added 25 points and 4 assists respectively for the hosts. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Gunma CT maintains third position with 17-12 record having twelve points less than leader Yokohama BC. Loser Kyoto H. keeps the seventh place with 18 games lost. Gunma CT will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kyoto H. will play again against Gunma CT (#3) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Gunma CT: T.McKinney-Jones 22+7reb+5ast, M.Parker 12+1reb+1ast, K.Tarczewski 10+10reb+3ast, R.Yamazaki 9+1reb+3ast, J.Keenan 8+5reb+1ast, A.Chambers 8+1reb+2ast Kyoto H.: M.Wright 25+2reb+4ast, J.Uthoff 21+12reb+1ast, K.Yoshiaki 10+1reb+7ast, N.Gadson 7+5reb+3ast, R.Aoki 6+2reb, J.Mitsuda 5 Niigata A. - Sea Horses M. 93-73 There was a small surprise when eighth ranked Niigata A. (5-26) outleveled at home 6th ranked Sea Horses M. (10-21) 93-73 on Saturday. Niigata A. made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Niigata A. outrebounded Sea Horses M. 43-32 including 31 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Jamaican center Kofi Cockburn (213-1999, college: Illinois) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists. American forward Keve Aluma (206-1998, college: Virginia Tech, agency: Pensack Sports) chipped in a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). Four Niigata A. players scored in double figures. American forward Quincy Miller-Scott (206-1992, college: Baylor, agency: Slash Sports) produced 24 points and his fellow American import power forward Davante Gardner (203-1991, college: Marquette) added 19 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Niigata A. maintains eighth position with 5-26 record. Sea Horses M. lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 21 games lost. They share the position with Ibaraki R.. Niigata A. will again meet at home higher ranked Sea Horses M. (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Sea Horses M. will have a break next round. Top scorers: Niigata A.: K.Aluma 24+10reb+5ast, K.Cockburn 23+16reb+4ast, K.Kimura 13+5reb+6ast, S.Reon 11+1ast, E.Zen 10+2reb, S.Green 6+3reb+1ast Sea Horses M.: Q.Miller-Scott 24+4reb+1ast, D.Gardner 19+6reb+3ast, S.Alston Jr. 11+4reb+3ast, N.Satoshi 5+4reb+3ast, B.Jawato 4+1reb, A.Schafer 4+4reb Shiga L-Stars - Shimane SM 80-108 Very expected game when 8th ranked Shiga L-Stars (4-27) were crushed at home by second ranked Shimane SM (24-7) 108-80 on Saturday. Shimane SM outrebounded Shiga L-Stars 40-22 including a 27-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 19 long-distance shots on high 55.9 percentage. Shimane SM looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Perrin Buford (198-1994, college: MTSU, agency: Pensack Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points, 8 rebounds and 11 assists. Australian Nick Kay (206-1992, college: MSU Denver) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists. Spanish center David Doblas (208-1981) produced 16 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and American forward Kelvin Martin (196-1989, college: Charleston So.) added 9 points and 10 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Five Shimane SM and four Shiga L-Stars players scored in double figures. Shiga L-Stars' coach Luis Guil gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Shimane SM maintains second position with 24-7 record having just three points less than leader Yokohama BC. Shiga L-Stars lost fourteenth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 27 games lost. Shimane SM will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Shiga L-Stars will play again against the league's second-placed Shimane SM (#2) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Shimane SM: T.Shota 29+2ast, N.Kay 18+12reb+5ast, S.Ando 17+7reb+7ast, P.Buford 16+8reb+11ast, N.Williams 14+6reb+1ast, H.Kitagawa 9+1reb+1ast Shiga L-Stars: D.Doblas 16+5reb+4ast, K.Toews 15+4ast, K.Isaac Ravena 11+1reb+3ast, Y.Karino 11, J.Hamilton 9+1reb, K.Martin 9+10reb+1ast Shinshu BW - Chiba Jets 70-89 Rather predictable result in Nagano where first ranked Chiba Jets (27-4) smashed 3rd ranked Shinshu BW (16-15) 89-70 on Saturday. Chiba Jets looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Christopher Smith (193-1994, college: Utah St.) who scored 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international power forward Gavin Edwards (206-1988, college: UConn) chipped in 16 points and 7 rebounds. American Anthony McHenry (202-1983, college: Georgia Tech) produced 18 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international guard Yuta Okada (189-1998) added 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Chiba Jets have an impressive 13-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 27-4 record. Loser Shinshu BW keeps the third place with 15 games lost. They share the position with Akita NH. Chiba Jets 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 leader Chiba Jets and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Chiba Jets: C.Smith 18+8reb+4ast, G.Edwards 16+7reb+3ast, V.Law 16+5reb+1ast, S.Hara 14+2reb+5ast, Y.Togashi 13+2reb+5ast, J.Mooney 6+16reb+1ast Shinshu BW: A.McHenry 18+7reb+5ast, O.Yuta 15+6reb+5ast, K.Ko 13+2reb+6ast, J.Hawkinson 11+7reb+3ast, M.Reo 5+1reb+3ast, A.Matthew 3+5reb Hitachi SRT - San-en NP 103-93 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Tokyo where one of their biggest challengers San-en NP (14-18) was defeated by fifth ranked Hitachi SRT (13-17) 103-93 on Saturday. It was a great shooting night for Hitachi SRT especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 57.9 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was forward James McAdoo (206-1993, college: UNC, agency: Slash Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 29 points and 14 rebounds. Forward Kevin Jones (206-1989, college: WVU) chipped in 27 points and 9 rebounds. Center Kyle OQuinn (206-1990, college: Norfolk St., agency: Pensack Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 26 points, 15 rebounds and 7 assists and center Isaiah Hicks (206-1994, college: UNC) added 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. San-en NP's coach Branislav Vicentic rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Hitachi SRT maintains fifth position with 13-17 record. Loser San-en NP keeps the fourth place with 18 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Hitachi SRT: J.McAdoo 29+14reb+3ast, K.Jones 27+9reb+1ast, L.Vendrame 19+2reb+11ast, G.Kojima 12+2reb+5ast, K.Tsuya 7+7reb+1ast, N.You 6+1reb+2ast San-en NP: K.O'Quinn 26+15reb+7ast, I.Hicks 22+5reb+4ast, S.Ryusei 12+1reb+7ast, H.Kazuki 11+5reb+2ast, K.Kanamaru 9+1reb+1ast, F.Ravena 5+5reb Toyama G. - Sendai 89ers 75-73 A very close game took place in Toyama between Toyama G. and Sendai 89ers. Seventh ranked Toyama G. (7-24) got a very close home victory over their close opponent Sendai 89ers (8-23). Toyama G. managed to escape with a 2-point win 75-73 in the fight for the seventh place. Toyama G. forced 20 Sendai 89ers turnovers. Strangely Sendai 89ers outrebounded Toyama G. 38-26 including 28 on the defensive glass. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was forward Brice Johnson (206-1994, college: UNC) who scored 31 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Cody Demps (193-1993, college: Sacramento St.) chipped in 7 points and 6 assists. Forward Justin Burrell (207-1988, college: St.John's) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 16 rebounds and Nathan Boothe (206-1994, college: Toledo) added 18 points and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Toyama G. maintains seventh position with 7-24 record, which they share with Hokkaido L. Sendai 89ers lost ninth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keep the seventh place with 23 games lost. Toyama G. will again meet at home Sendai 89ers (#7) in the next round. Sendai 89ers will have a break next round. Top scorers: Toyama G.: B.Johnson 31+9reb+1ast, K.Matsui 8+2reb+1ast, S.Faye 7+2reb, C.Demps 7+3reb+6ast, J.Smith 7+4reb+3ast, T.Mito 5+1reb+4ast Sendai 89ers: N.Boothe 18+4reb+4ast, J.Burrell 16+16reb+2ast, B.Steele 14+6reb, Y.Aoki 6+1reb+6ast, R.Kobayashi 5+2reb+4ast, K.Sawabe 4+1reb+2ast Tochigi Brex - FE Nagoya 74-59 There was a small surprise when fifth ranked Tochigi Brex (15-16) beat at home their close opponent FE Nagoya (18-13) 74-59 on Saturday. Tochigi Brex looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Tongan-New Zealand Isaac Fotu (203-1993, college: Hawaii) who scored 17 points and 7 rebounds. American center Grant Jerrett (208-1993, college: Arizona) chipped in 13 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Tochigi Brex players scored in double figures. American power forward Johnathan Williams III (206-1995, college: Gonzaga) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 15 rebounds and international Luke Evans (203-1991, college: CBU) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Tochigi Brex have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains fifth position with 15-16 record. Newly promoted FE Nagoya dropped to the second place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Kawasaki BT. Tochigi Brex will again meet at home FE Nagoya (#5) in the next round. FE Nagoya will have a break next round. Top scorers: Tochigi Brex: I.Fotu 17+7reb, G.Jerrett 13+5reb+4ast, J.Scott 12+8reb+1ast, T.Shinji 10+1reb+3ast, M.Hiejima 9+2ast, A.Hirohide 6+3reb+1ast FE Nagoya: L.Evans 13+6reb, J.Williams III 13+15reb, J.Jones 11+5reb+2ast, N.Reiya 6+1reb+3ast, N.Hiromu 6+1reb+1ast, T.Sasayama 5+2reb+2ast |
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| Best players of Jordanian Premier League round 9 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 35-year old playmaker had the game-high 23 points adding nine rebounds and seven assists for Orthodox in his team's victory, helping them to outclass Kofer Yoba (#5, 2-6) with 72-point margin 134-62. It allowed Orthodox to consolidate first place in the Jordanian Premier League. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is already in a full swing and Orthodox still have not lost a single game, getting all 8 victories. In the team's last game Dorsey had a remarkable 69.2% from 2-point range. He turned to be Orthodox's top player in his first season with the team. Darrin Dorsey averages just after three games 22.0ppg, 8.3rpg and 5.3apg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was another Orthodox's star - young Canadian guard Freddy Ibrahim (190-G-1996). Ibrahim impressed basketball fans with 27 points, 4 rebounds and 9 assists. Of course together with Dorsey he helped Orthodox with another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Kofer Yoba (#5, 2-6) 134-62. Of course Orthodox still keep the league's top spot. He plays for the best team in the league and Orthodox managed to win all 8 games keeping a perfect record. Ibrahim is a newcomer at Orthodox and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 21.3ppg (#5). His other stats are also decent: 5.5rpg and 9.8apg. The third best performed player last round was American guard Amin Abuhawwas (190-G-1994) of second-ranked Al Ahli. Abuhawwas scored 28 points and passed seven assists. He was a key player of Al Ahli, leading his team to a 97-85 win against #3 ranked Al Riyadi in a game of the week. Al Ahli is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 7-1 record is not that bad... Abuhawwas has a great season in Jordan. After only 5 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 28.8ppg (best scorer) and assists with 6.8apg (3rd best). Amin Abuhawwas has also Jordanian passport and can play in the league with a status of domestic player. Abuhawwas attended one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball. Other top performing players last week: 4. Gerard Tarin (206-F-1996) of Al Ahli - 17 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Brandon Spearman (191-G/F-1991) of Al Riyadi - 28 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Sami Bzai (190-G-1994) of Al Ahli - 21 points, 2 rebounds and 7 assists 7. Ammar Al Omare) of Kofer Yoba - 17 points and 6 rebounds 8. Caden Najdawi (203-F) of Orthodox - 8 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Ghazi Al-Salah (2000) of Kofer Yoba - 10 points and 8 rebounds 10. Ashraf Al-Hendi (190-G-1995) of Orthodox - 13 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Warriors dismiss Strathmore in KNBL encounter - by Eurobasket News |
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Ulinzi Warriors dismissed Strathmore University 56-47 in a Kenya National Basketball League match played at the United States International University (USIU) courts on Saturday afternoon. The soldiers got off to a bright start, taking 11-8 lead in the first quarter before three three-pointers from Erick Mutoro (180-PG-1992) gave them a 21-14 cushion in the second. Sensing the game was getting out of hand, the students clawed back for a 9-9 tie in the third and took the last stanza 16-15. "It was a good game for us. We showed a fantastic team effort but our undoing was the first two quarters, where we trailed by ten points, " pointed Strath's coach Tony Ochieng . Mutoro led the former champions with 14 points while Strathmore had 17 from Garang Dung and 14 from Timothy Ayieko. Meanwhile, Strathmore University Swords cut Kenyatta University Oryx to size, winning this one-sided women's encounter 49-10. "We did not play well at all despite the win. They are much shorter than us and we should have punished the mis-matches," said Swords' coach Ronny Owino. His counterpart Caleb Osewe, said: "We had our chances to score but we had problems connecting. Most of my players graduated last December and so I am building a new side." In the lower division matches, Strathmore University were down 34-30 at half time before going on to dismiss Moi Air Base (MAB) 61-56. Little Prince beat Nairobi Institute of Business Studies (NIBS) 48-45 after trailing 23-18 at the break.Zetech University had to work hard before beating a stubborn Butere Girls 40-36 in the only ladies' match-up. At the Makande Welfare Hall in Mombasa, a 30-17 last quarter charge saw the visiting Feba stun Congo Nets 75-70. Nets returned to beat World Hope 74-27 before going down 63-53 to Moischer Nets, who also made it two with a 93-49 trouncing over Baobab Blades. Courtesy of: the-star.co.ke |
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He represented USA at the Panamerican Games in Lima (Peru) four years ago. His team won Silver and his stats at that event were 4 games: 5.8ppg, 1.0rpg, FGP-2 (72.7%), FT: 80.0%. Manderson is quite experienced player. He has played in nine different countries on three different continents (Europe, Latin America and of course North America). Manderson has played previously professionally in Cyprus (APOP Paphou), Iceland (KR Reykjavik), Puerto Rico (Capitanes, Cangrejeros and Indios), Slovakia (Lucenec), Slovenia (Ilirija), Switzerland (Boncourt), Uruguay (Hebraica), North Macedonia (Angeli) and The Basketball Tournament (Cititeam). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Latinbasket.com Puerto Rican BSN All-Rookie Team back in 2019. He graduated from University of South Florida in 2018 and it is his fifth season as a professional player. |
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Sixth-ranked Estonian Rapla (12-10) made lots of trouble for second ranked Latvian VEF Riga (19-3) on Tuesday. The visitors from Riga managed to secure only three-point victory 74-71. However their fans expected much easier game. The best player for the winners was point guard Kristers Zoriks (193-1998, college: St.Mary's, CA) who scored 19 points and 7 assists. American point guard Glenn Cosey (183-1992, college: EKU) chipped in 10 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. American guard Kendall Stephens (198-1994, college: Nevada) produced 15 points and 7 rebounds for the hosts. Rapla's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. VEF Riga have an impressive 16-game winning streak. Defending Latvian champion maintains second position with 19-3 record having just two point less than leader Prometey. Rapla at the other side dropped to the seventh place with ten games lost. VEF Riga are looking forward to face TalTech (#12) in Tallinn in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rapla will play at home against Parnu (#10) and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. One of the most interesting games of round 20 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. Eleventh ranked Parnu outleveled visiting Keila (6-14) 89-66. American point guard Isaiah Hart (180-1999, college: AUM) orchestrated the victory by scoring 24 points and 4 assists. Mihkel Kirves contributed with 11 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Kristen Kasemets (191-2002) replied with 14 points and 7 rebounds for Keila. 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 Estonian champion (8-9) moved-up to tenth place. Keila lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. Parnu will play against higher ranked Rapla (#7) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Keila will have a break next round. One of the most interesting games of round 20 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. The game took place in Tallinn where third ranked Kalev/Cramo won against visiting Viimsi (10-8) 87-74. Worth to mention a great performance of Oleksandr Kovliar who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 5 rebounds. Devin Harris responded with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kalev/Cramo (14-3) have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain third position having eight points less than leader Prometey. Loser Viimsi keeps the eighth place with eight games lost. Kalev/Cramo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Viimsi will play against Valmiera Glass (#14) and hope to secure a win. Rest of the games of round 20 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Tartu was defeated by Kalev/Cramo in Tallinn 75-71. Ventspils smashed Tarvas at home 98-59. TalTech destroyed LU on the opponent's court 73-53. Liepaja managed to outperform Tarvas in a home game 70-69. VEF Riga managed to beat Tallinna Kalev on the road 67-61. BK Ogre crushed Keila on its own court 97-76. Rapla was beaten by Prometey in Kamianske 89-81. Parnu - Keila 89-66 One of the most interesting games of round 20 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. Eleventh ranked Parnu outleveled visiting Keila (6-14) 89-66. They outrebounded Keila 43-27 including 16 on the offensive glass. American point guard Isaiah Hart (180-1999, college: AUM) orchestrated the victory by scoring 24 points and 4 assists. Mihkel Kirves (200-1996) contributed with 11 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Kristen Kasemets (191-2002) replied with 14 points and 7 rebounds and Croatian center Matej Radunic (211-1996) added 12 points in the effort for Keila. 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 Estonian champion (8-9) moved-up to tenth place. Keila lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. Parnu will play against higher ranked Rapla (#7) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Keila will have a break next round. Top scorers: Parnu: I.Hart 24+3reb+4ast, R.Valge 12+1reb, M.Kirves 11+9reb+2ast, M.McCarthy 10+9reb+1ast, T.Pazera 9+4reb+3ast, S.Aav 7+3reb+3ast Keila: C.Sengbusch 15, K.Kristen 14+7reb, M.Radunic 12+4reb+2ast, I.Mikhieiev 7+5reb+2ast, L.Christopher 4+2ast, A.Myronenko 4+2reb+1ast Kalev/Cramo - Viimsi 87-74 One of the most interesting games of round 20 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. The game took place in Tallinn where third ranked Kalev/Cramo won against visiting Viimsi (10-8) 87-74. Kalev/Cramo forced 19 Viimsi turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Ukrainian point guard Oleksandr Kovliar (188-2002) who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 5 rebounds and Latvian center Martins Meiers (208-1991) who added 12 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. American point guard Devin Harris (182-1992, college: OKWU) responded with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and Karl-Johan Lips (200-1996) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Four Viimsi players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kalev/Cramo (14-3) have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain third position having eight points less than leader Prometey. Loser Viimsi keeps the eighth place with eight games lost. Kalev/Cramo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Viimsi will play against Valmiera Glass (#14) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Kalev/Cramo: O.Kovliar 30+5reb+3ast, M.Meiers 12+5reb, A.Gilbert 11+2reb+3ast, H.Wade-Chatman 7+3reb+2ast, A.Konontsuk 6+3reb+3ast, T.Hugo 5+4reb+1ast Viimsi: D.Harris 19+5reb+6ast, K.Lips 14+10reb+2ast, E.Haller 14+3reb, M.Toppin 13+6reb+2ast, A.Hint 7+3reb+3ast, R.Jorgen 5 Kalev/Cramo - Tartu 75-71 The game between closely ranked teams ended with one of their biggest challengers Tartu's (13-6) road loss to third ranked Kalev/Cramo (14-3) 71-75 on Friday. Worth to mention a great performance of Latvian center Martins Meiers (208-1991) who helped to win the game recording 17 points and Artur Konontsuk (201-2000, college: Southern Miss) who added 15 points during the contest. Mart Rosenthal (192-1999) responded with 14 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists and Slovakian center Tomas Pavelka (217-2000) scored 8 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Kalev/Cramo have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 14-3 record having eight points less than leader Prometey. Loser Tartu keeps the fourth place with six games lost. Kalev/Cramo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tartu will play against Liepaja (#9) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Kalev/Cramo: M.Meiers 17+4reb, A.Konontsuk 15+4reb+1ast, K.Kitsing 15+3reb, H.Wade-Chatman 9+4reb+2ast, T.Jurkatamm 7+6reb+4ast, T.Hugo 6+3reb+1ast Tartu: A.Voinalovych 17+1reb, M.Rosenthal 14+8reb+7ast, H.Eelmae 11+6reb+1ast, T.Pavelka 8+9reb+3ast, B.Johnson 6+3reb, O.Suurorg 6+2reb+1ast Ventspils - Tarvas 98-59 No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Latvian Ventspils (13-7) smashed at home bottom-ranked Estonian Tarvas (1-18) 98-59 on Friday. They outrebounded Tarvas 50-27 including a 35-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Ventspils looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Tarvas' players. Worth to mention a great performance of Guntis Sipolins (207-1993) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 8 rebounds and Linards Jaunzems (200-1995) who added 17 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Four Ventspils players scored in double figures. Croatian center Antun Maricevic (208-1997, college: S.Florida, agency: Helping Ballers) responded with 12 points and 6 rebounds and Slovenian point guard Jan Razdevsek (191-2000) scored 12 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Ventspils have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 13-7 record. Tarvas lost tenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 18 lost games. Ventspils will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tarvas will play against Tallinna Kalev (#15) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Ventspils: G.Sipolins 18+8reb+2ast, L.Jaunzems 17+8reb+3ast, E.Elksnis 16+6reb+3ast, E.Wembi 14+8reb+3ast, K.Mediss 12+1reb+2ast, I.Gandia-Rosa 8+2reb+4ast Tarvas: J.Razdevsek 12+2reb+2ast, A.Maricevic 12+6reb+1ast, V.Shevchenko 8+4reb, E.Kaasik 7+3ast, L.Renato 7+4reb, G.Kaldmae 6+3reb+4ast LU - TalTech 53-73 There was a minor upset in Riga where 10th ranked Latvian LU (8-13) was rolled over by thirteenth ranked Estonian TalTech (6-12) 73-53 on Saturday. TalTech forced 19 LU turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Latvian Kristaps Gluditis (190-1995) who helped to win the game recording 18 points, 7 assists and 4 steals and Estonian Oliver Metsalu (196-1993) who added 19 points during the contest. Latvian center Edvards Mezulis (202-2000) responded with 9 points and 7 rebounds and point guard Toms Skuja (184-2002) scored 10 points. LU's coach let to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. TalTech moved-up to twelfth place. Loser LU dropped to the eleventh position with 13 games lost. TalTech will meet league's second-placed VEF Riga on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. LU will have a break next round. Top scorers: TalTech: O.Metsalu 19+3reb, K.Gluditis 18+4reb+7ast, R.Andre Pehka 9+10reb+1ast, A.Shundel 9+1reb+1ast, E.Keedus 9+6reb+5ast, G.Ilves 5+2reb+1ast LU: P.Miglinieks 11+1reb+1ast, N.Strautins 11+3reb, S.Toms 10+4reb+1ast, E.Mezulis 9+7reb+2ast, L.Blaus 5+5reb, R.Avotins 5+6reb+2ast Liepaja - Tarvas 70-69 Very predictable result when eleventh ranked Latvian Liepaja (9-12) edged at home bottom-ranked Estonian Tarvas (1-18) 70-69 on Saturday. However just one-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Worth to mention a great performance of Latvian point guard Renars Birkans (186-1997) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points, 8 rebounds and 11 assists and center Karlis Silins (209-1997, college: FAU) who added 26 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Liepaja's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Croatian center Antun Maricevic (208-1997, college: S.Florida, agency: Helping Ballers) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) and Ukrainian Volodymyr Shevchenko (200-1994, agency: BIG) scored 12 points. Liepaja moved-up to ninth place. Tarvas lost tenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 18 lost games. Liepaja will meet higher ranked Tartu (#4) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Tarvas will play against Tallinna Kalev (#15) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Liepaja: K.Silins 26+5reb+1ast, R.Birkans 16+8reb+11ast, D.Geks 13+1reb, A.Helmanis 6+4reb, V.Ricards 5+3reb+1ast, R.Freimanis 2+9reb Tarvas: A.Maricevic 22+11reb+2ast, E.Kaasik 14+1reb+2ast, V.Shevchenko 12+3reb+3ast, L.Arvan-Johhannes 6+2reb+2ast, S.Vitalii 5+3reb+1ast, G.Kaldmae 5+6reb+2ast Tallinna Kalev - VEF Riga 61-67 Not a big story in a game when 15th ranked Estonian Tallinna Kalev (3-16) was defeated at home by second ranked Latvian VEF Riga (19-3) 67-61 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Kristers Zoriks (193-1998, college: St.Mary's, CA) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and Artis Ate (195-1989) who added 17 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Kristjan Kangur (202-1982) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and Lithuanian center Rokas Gadiliauskas (211-1998) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds. Tallinna Kalev's coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. VEF Riga have an impressive 16-game winning streak. Defending Latvian champion maintains second position with 19-3 record having just two point less than leader Prometey. Tallinna Kalev lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth place with 16 games lost. VEF Riga will meet at home TalTech (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Tallinna Kalev will play against Tarvas and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: VEF Riga: K.Zoriks 21+6reb+5ast, A.Ate 17+7reb+2ast, G.Cosey 14+5reb+3ast, A.Miska 9+3reb+1ast, M.Gulbis 4+4reb+2ast, P.Peteris 2+5reb Tallinna Kalev: K.Kangur 22+11reb+4ast, R.Gadiliauskas 12+12reb, I.Kajupank 8+3reb+1ast, M.Paiste 5+2reb+5ast, R.Andre 4+2reb, E.Schmalz 3+2reb+2ast BK Ogre - Keila 97-76 Everything went according to plan when seventh ranked Latvian BK Ogre (12-9) outleveled at home 12th ranked Estonian Keila (6-14) 97-76 on Saturday. BK Ogre forced 21 Keila turnovers. They shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 53.8 percentage. BK Ogre looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Latvian Karlis Apsitis (201-1992) who helped to win the game recording 25 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Latvian Kristaps Dargais (198-1990) who added 12 points, 12 rebounds and 8 assists during the contest. Croatian center Matej Radunic (211-1996) responded with a triple-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists and Estonian point guard Sten Saaremael (187-1999) scored 18 points and 6 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Keila's coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. BK Ogre moved-up to sixth place. Keila lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. BK Ogre will meet Valmiera Glass (#14) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Keila will have a break next round. Top scorers: BK Ogre: K.Apsitis 25+6reb+4ast, U.Pinete 24+3reb+2ast, K.Dargais 12+12reb+8ast, R.Zebergs 10+4reb+2ast, G.Talton 10+1reb+3ast, K.Markuss 6+1ast Keila: S.Saaremael 18+6reb+1ast, M.Radunic 16+10reb+10ast, C.Sengbusch 14+1ast, K.Saks 10+5reb, A.Myronenko 6+3reb+1ast, K.Kristen 5+2reb+2ast Prometey - Rapla 89-81 There was no surprise in Kamianske where 6th ranked Estonian Rapla (12-10) was defeated by first ranked Ukrainian Prometey (19-1) 89-81 on Saturday. Prometey forced 20 Rapla turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Nigerian-Canadian Caleb Agada (196-1994, college: Ottawa, agency: Pensack Sports) who helped to win the game recording 16 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and Oleksandr Lypovyy (203-1991, agency: BIG) who added 13 points during the contest. American guard Kendall Stephens (198-1994, college: Nevada) responded with 23 points and 5 rebounds and his fellow American import forward Derrick Woods (203-1997, college: St.Peter's) scored 15 points and 6 rebounds. Four Rapla players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Prometey have an impressive 11-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 19-1 record. Loser Rapla dropped to the seventh place with ten games lost. Prometey will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Rapla will play against Parnu (#10) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Prometey: C.Agada 16+7reb+4ast, O.Lypovyy 13+4reb+3ast, O.Balvin 12+4reb, I.Sanon 10+1reb+3ast, M.Klassen 9+4reb+4ast, G.Clavell 9+1reb Rapla: K.Stephens 23+5reb, O.Tomic 15+3reb, D.Woods 15+6reb, T.Cheese 11+5reb+3ast, R.Laane 6+9ast, V.Kaarel 4 Rapla - VEF Riga 71-74 Sixth-ranked Estonian Rapla (12-10) made lots of trouble for second ranked Latvian VEF Riga (19-3) on Tuesday. The visitors from Riga managed to secure only three-point victory 74-71. However their fans expected much easier game. The best player for the winners was point guard Kristers Zoriks (193-1998, college: St.Mary's, CA) who scored 19 points and 7 assists. American point guard Glenn Cosey (183-1992, college: EKU) chipped in 10 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. American guard Kendall Stephens (198-1994, college: Nevada) produced 15 points and 7 rebounds and Bosnian center Obrad Tomic (208-1993, agency: PEPI SPORT) added 12 points and 10 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Rapla's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. VEF Riga have an impressive 16-game winning streak. Defending Latvian champion maintains second position with 19-3 record having just two point less than leader Prometey. Rapla at the other side dropped to the seventh place with ten games lost. VEF Riga are looking forward to face TalTech (#12) in Tallinn in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rapla will play at home against Parnu (#10) and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. Top scorers: VEF Riga: K.Zoriks 19+2reb+7ast, A.Miska 14+5reb, M.Gulbis 11+6reb, G.Cosey 10+6reb+8ast, A.Ate 9+7reb+2ast, A.Putans 5+1reb Rapla: T.Cheese 18+5reb, K.Stephens 15+7reb+1ast, O.Tomic 12+10reb+1ast, D.Woods 10+2reb, R.Laane 6+3reb+8ast, T.Niits 4+2reb+3ast |
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Sixth-ranked Estonian Rapla (12-10) made lots of trouble for second ranked Latvian VEF Riga (19-3) on Tuesday. The visitors from Riga managed to secure only three-point victory 74-71. However their fans expected much easier game. The best player for the winners was point guard Kristers Zoriks (193-1998, college: St.Mary's, CA) who scored 19 points and 7 assists. American point guard Glenn Cosey (183-1992, college: EKU) chipped in 10 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. American guard Kendall Stephens (198-1994, college: Nevada) produced 15 points and 7 rebounds for the hosts. Rapla's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. VEF Riga have an impressive 16-game winning streak. Defending Latvian champion maintains second position with 19-3 record having just two point less than leader Prometey. Rapla at the other side dropped to the seventh place with ten games lost. VEF Riga are looking forward to face TalTech (#12) in Tallinn in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rapla will play at home against Parnu (#10) and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. One of the most interesting games of round 20 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. Eleventh ranked Parnu outleveled visiting Keila (6-14) 89-66. American point guard Isaiah Hart (180-1999, college: AUM) orchestrated the victory by scoring 24 points and 4 assists. Mihkel Kirves contributed with 11 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Kristen Kasemets (191-2002) replied with 14 points and 7 rebounds for Keila. 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 Estonian champion (8-9) moved-up to tenth place. Keila lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. Parnu will play against higher ranked Rapla (#7) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Keila will have a break next round. One of the most interesting games of round 20 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. The game took place in Tallinn where third ranked Kalev/Cramo won against visiting Viimsi (10-8) 87-74. Worth to mention a great performance of Oleksandr Kovliar who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 5 rebounds. Devin Harris responded with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kalev/Cramo (14-3) have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain third position having eight points less than leader Prometey. Loser Viimsi keeps the eighth place with eight games lost. Kalev/Cramo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Viimsi will play against Valmiera Glass (#14) and hope to secure a win. Rest of the games of round 20 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Tartu was defeated by Kalev/Cramo in Tallinn 75-71. Ventspils smashed Tarvas at home 98-59. TalTech destroyed LU on the opponent's court 73-53. Liepaja managed to outperform Tarvas in a home game 70-69. VEF Riga managed to beat Tallinna Kalev on the road 67-61. BK Ogre crushed Keila on its own court 97-76. Rapla was beaten by Prometey in Kamianske 89-81. Parnu - Keila 89-66 One of the most interesting games of round 20 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. Eleventh ranked Parnu outleveled visiting Keila (6-14) 89-66. They outrebounded Keila 43-27 including 16 on the offensive glass. American point guard Isaiah Hart (180-1999, college: AUM) orchestrated the victory by scoring 24 points and 4 assists. Mihkel Kirves (200-1996) contributed with 11 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Kristen Kasemets (191-2002) replied with 14 points and 7 rebounds and Croatian center Matej Radunic (211-1996) added 12 points in the effort for Keila. 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 Estonian champion (8-9) moved-up to tenth place. Keila lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. Parnu will play against higher ranked Rapla (#7) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Keila will have a break next round. Top scorers: Parnu: I.Hart 24+3reb+4ast, R.Valge 12+1reb, M.Kirves 11+9reb+2ast, M.McCarthy 10+9reb+1ast, T.Pazera 9+4reb+3ast, S.Aav 7+3reb+3ast Keila: C.Sengbusch 15, K.Kristen 14+7reb, M.Radunic 12+4reb+2ast, I.Mikhieiev 7+5reb+2ast, L.Christopher 4+2ast, A.Myronenko 4+2reb+1ast Kalev/Cramo - Viimsi 87-74 One of the most interesting games of round 20 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. The game took place in Tallinn where third ranked Kalev/Cramo won against visiting Viimsi (10-8) 87-74. Kalev/Cramo forced 19 Viimsi turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Ukrainian point guard Oleksandr Kovliar (188-2002) who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 5 rebounds and Latvian center Martins Meiers (208-1991) who added 12 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. American point guard Devin Harris (182-1992, college: OKWU) responded with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and Karl-Johan Lips (200-1996) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Four Viimsi players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kalev/Cramo (14-3) have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain third position having eight points less than leader Prometey. Loser Viimsi keeps the eighth place with eight games lost. Kalev/Cramo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Viimsi will play against Valmiera Glass (#14) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Kalev/Cramo: O.Kovliar 30+5reb+3ast, M.Meiers 12+5reb, A.Gilbert 11+2reb+3ast, H.Wade-Chatman 7+3reb+2ast, A.Konontsuk 6+3reb+3ast, T.Hugo 5+4reb+1ast Viimsi: D.Harris 19+5reb+6ast, K.Lips 14+10reb+2ast, E.Haller 14+3reb, M.Toppin 13+6reb+2ast, A.Hint 7+3reb+3ast, R.Jorgen 5 Kalev/Cramo - Tartu 75-71 The game between closely ranked teams ended with one of their biggest challengers Tartu's (13-6) road loss to third ranked Kalev/Cramo (14-3) 71-75 on Friday. Worth to mention a great performance of Latvian center Martins Meiers (208-1991) who helped to win the game recording 17 points and Artur Konontsuk (201-2000, college: Southern Miss) who added 15 points during the contest. Mart Rosenthal (192-1999) responded with 14 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists and Slovakian center Tomas Pavelka (217-2000) scored 8 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Kalev/Cramo have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 14-3 record having eight points less than leader Prometey. Loser Tartu keeps the fourth place with six games lost. Kalev/Cramo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tartu will play against Liepaja (#9) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Kalev/Cramo: M.Meiers 17+4reb, A.Konontsuk 15+4reb+1ast, K.Kitsing 15+3reb, H.Wade-Chatman 9+4reb+2ast, T.Jurkatamm 7+6reb+4ast, T.Hugo 6+3reb+1ast Tartu: A.Voinalovych 17+1reb, M.Rosenthal 14+8reb+7ast, H.Eelmae 11+6reb+1ast, T.Pavelka 8+9reb+3ast, B.Johnson 6+3reb, O.Suurorg 6+2reb+1ast Ventspils - Tarvas 98-59 No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Latvian Ventspils (13-7) smashed at home bottom-ranked Estonian Tarvas (1-18) 98-59 on Friday. They outrebounded Tarvas 50-27 including a 35-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Ventspils looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Tarvas' players. Worth to mention a great performance of Guntis Sipolins (207-1993) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 8 rebounds and Linards Jaunzems (200-1995) who added 17 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Four Ventspils players scored in double figures. Croatian center Antun Maricevic (208-1997, college: S.Florida, agency: Helping Ballers) responded with 12 points and 6 rebounds and Slovenian point guard Jan Razdevsek (191-2000) scored 12 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Ventspils have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 13-7 record. Tarvas lost tenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 18 lost games. Ventspils will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tarvas will play against Tallinna Kalev (#15) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Ventspils: G.Sipolins 18+8reb+2ast, L.Jaunzems 17+8reb+3ast, E.Elksnis 16+6reb+3ast, E.Wembi 14+8reb+3ast, K.Mediss 12+1reb+2ast, I.Gandia-Rosa 8+2reb+4ast Tarvas: J.Razdevsek 12+2reb+2ast, A.Maricevic 12+6reb+1ast, V.Shevchenko 8+4reb, E.Kaasik 7+3ast, L.Renato 7+4reb, G.Kaldmae 6+3reb+4ast LU - TalTech 53-73 There was a minor upset in Riga where 10th ranked Latvian LU (8-13) was rolled over by thirteenth ranked Estonian TalTech (6-12) 73-53 on Saturday. TalTech forced 19 LU turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Latvian Kristaps Gluditis (190-1995) who helped to win the game recording 18 points, 7 assists and 4 steals and Estonian Oliver Metsalu (196-1993) who added 19 points during the contest. Latvian center Edvards Mezulis (202-2000) responded with 9 points and 7 rebounds and point guard Toms Skuja (184-2002) scored 10 points. LU's coach let to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. TalTech moved-up to twelfth place. Loser LU dropped to the eleventh position with 13 games lost. TalTech will meet league's second-placed VEF Riga on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. LU will have a break next round. Top scorers: TalTech: O.Metsalu 19+3reb, K.Gluditis 18+4reb+7ast, R.Andre Pehka 9+10reb+1ast, A.Shundel 9+1reb+1ast, E.Keedus 9+6reb+5ast, G.Ilves 5+2reb+1ast LU: P.Miglinieks 11+1reb+1ast, N.Strautins 11+3reb, S.Toms 10+4reb+1ast, E.Mezulis 9+7reb+2ast, L.Blaus 5+5reb, R.Avotins 5+6reb+2ast Liepaja - Tarvas 70-69 Very predictable result when eleventh ranked Latvian Liepaja (9-12) edged at home bottom-ranked Estonian Tarvas (1-18) 70-69 on Saturday. However just one-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Worth to mention a great performance of Latvian point guard Renars Birkans (186-1997) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points, 8 rebounds and 11 assists and center Karlis Silins (209-1997, college: FAU) who added 26 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Liepaja's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Croatian center Antun Maricevic (208-1997, college: S.Florida, agency: Helping Ballers) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) and Ukrainian Volodymyr Shevchenko (200-1994, agency: BIG) scored 12 points. Liepaja moved-up to ninth place. Tarvas lost tenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 18 lost games. Liepaja will meet higher ranked Tartu (#4) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Tarvas will play against Tallinna Kalev (#15) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Liepaja: K.Silins 26+5reb+1ast, R.Birkans 16+8reb+11ast, D.Geks 13+1reb, A.Helmanis 6+4reb, V.Ricards 5+3reb+1ast, R.Freimanis 2+9reb Tarvas: A.Maricevic 22+11reb+2ast, E.Kaasik 14+1reb+2ast, V.Shevchenko 12+3reb+3ast, L.Arvan-Johhannes 6+2reb+2ast, S.Vitalii 5+3reb+1ast, G.Kaldmae 5+6reb+2ast Tallinna Kalev - VEF Riga 61-67 Not a big story in a game when 15th ranked Estonian Tallinna Kalev (3-16) was defeated at home by second ranked Latvian VEF Riga (19-3) 67-61 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Kristers Zoriks (193-1998, college: St.Mary's, CA) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and Artis Ate (195-1989) who added 17 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Kristjan Kangur (202-1982) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and Lithuanian center Rokas Gadiliauskas (211-1998) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds. Tallinna Kalev's coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. VEF Riga have an impressive 16-game winning streak. Defending Latvian champion maintains second position with 19-3 record having just two point less than leader Prometey. Tallinna Kalev lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth place with 16 games lost. VEF Riga will meet at home TalTech (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Tallinna Kalev will play against Tarvas and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: VEF Riga: K.Zoriks 21+6reb+5ast, A.Ate 17+7reb+2ast, G.Cosey 14+5reb+3ast, A.Miska 9+3reb+1ast, M.Gulbis 4+4reb+2ast, P.Peteris 2+5reb Tallinna Kalev: K.Kangur 22+11reb+4ast, R.Gadiliauskas 12+12reb, I.Kajupank 8+3reb+1ast, M.Paiste 5+2reb+5ast, R.Andre 4+2reb, E.Schmalz 3+2reb+2ast BK Ogre - Keila 97-76 Everything went according to plan when seventh ranked Latvian BK Ogre (12-9) outleveled at home 12th ranked Estonian Keila (6-14) 97-76 on Saturday. BK Ogre forced 21 Keila turnovers. They shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 53.8 percentage. BK Ogre looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Latvian Karlis Apsitis (201-1992) who helped to win the game recording 25 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Latvian Kristaps Dargais (198-1990) who added 12 points, 12 rebounds and 8 assists during the contest. Croatian center Matej Radunic (211-1996) responded with a triple-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists and Estonian point guard Sten Saaremael (187-1999) scored 18 points and 6 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Keila's coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. BK Ogre moved-up to sixth place. Keila lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the thirteenth position with 14 games lost. BK Ogre will meet Valmiera Glass (#14) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Keila will have a break next round. Top scorers: BK Ogre: K.Apsitis 25+6reb+4ast, U.Pinete 24+3reb+2ast, K.Dargais 12+12reb+8ast, R.Zebergs 10+4reb+2ast, G.Talton 10+1reb+3ast, K.Markuss 6+1ast Keila: S.Saaremael 18+6reb+1ast, M.Radunic 16+10reb+10ast, C.Sengbusch 14+1ast, K.Saks 10+5reb, A.Myronenko 6+3reb+1ast, K.Kristen 5+2reb+2ast Prometey - Rapla 89-81 There was no surprise in Kamianske where 6th ranked Estonian Rapla (12-10) was defeated by first ranked Ukrainian Prometey (19-1) 89-81 on Saturday. Prometey forced 20 Rapla turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Nigerian-Canadian Caleb Agada (196-1994, college: Ottawa, agency: Pensack Sports) who helped to win the game recording 16 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and Oleksandr Lypovyy (203-1991, agency: BIG) who added 13 points during the contest. American guard Kendall Stephens (198-1994, college: Nevada) responded with 23 points and 5 rebounds and his fellow American import forward Derrick Woods (203-1997, college: St.Peter's) scored 15 points and 6 rebounds. Four Rapla players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Prometey have an impressive 11-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 19-1 record. Loser Rapla dropped to the seventh place with ten games lost. Prometey will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Rapla will play against Parnu (#10) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Prometey: C.Agada 16+7reb+4ast, O.Lypovyy 13+4reb+3ast, O.Balvin 12+4reb, I.Sanon 10+1reb+3ast, M.Klassen 9+4reb+4ast, G.Clavell 9+1reb Rapla: K.Stephens 23+5reb, O.Tomic 15+3reb, D.Woods 15+6reb, T.Cheese 11+5reb+3ast, R.Laane 6+9ast, V.Kaarel 4 Rapla - VEF Riga 71-74 Sixth-ranked Estonian Rapla (12-10) made lots of trouble for second ranked Latvian VEF Riga (19-3) on Tuesday. The visitors from Riga managed to secure only three-point victory 74-71. However their fans expected much easier game. The best player for the winners was point guard Kristers Zoriks (193-1998, college: St.Mary's, CA) who scored 19 points and 7 assists. American point guard Glenn Cosey (183-1992, college: EKU) chipped in 10 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. American guard Kendall Stephens (198-1994, college: Nevada) produced 15 points and 7 rebounds and Bosnian center Obrad Tomic (208-1993, agency: PEPI SPORT) added 12 points and 10 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Rapla's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. VEF Riga have an impressive 16-game winning streak. Defending Latvian champion maintains second position with 19-3 record having just two point less than leader Prometey. Rapla at the other side dropped to the seventh place with ten games lost. VEF Riga are looking forward to face TalTech (#12) in Tallinn in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rapla will play at home against Parnu (#10) and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. Top scorers: VEF Riga: K.Zoriks 19+2reb+7ast, A.Miska 14+5reb, M.Gulbis 11+6reb, G.Cosey 10+6reb+8ast, A.Ate 9+7reb+2ast, A.Putans 5+1reb Rapla: T.Cheese 18+5reb, K.Stephens 15+7reb+1ast, O.Tomic 12+10reb+1ast, D.Woods 10+2reb, R.Laane 6+3reb+8ast, T.Niits 4+2reb+3ast |
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Third-ranked LU/BS Riga (7-3) made lots of trouble for first ranked RSU/VEF (12-2) on Thursday. RSU/VEF managed to secure only three-point victory 58-55. However their fans expected easier game. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of LU/BS Riga. They outrebounded LU/BS Riga 44-27 including 30 on the defensive glass. Peteris Salmins (205-2001) fired a double-double by scoring 17 points and 17 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners. Rihards Ginters (192-1993) chipped in 22 points and 5 rebounds. Power forward Armands Gailiss (207-2004) produced 9 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. RSU/VEF maintains first place with 12-2 record. LU/BS Riga at the other side keeps the third position with three games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Important game to mention about took place in Turiba. Third ranked VeA (9-5) saved a 3-point derby victory on the road edging 7th ranked Turiba (7-8) 75-72 on Tuesday evening. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Janis Censonis (185-2005) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 5 rebounds. Roberts Prusis contributed with 13 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Power forward Rihards Berzins (210-1997) answered with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds for Turiba. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. VeA have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain third place with 9-5 record having five points less than leader RSU/VEF. Turiba lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with eight games lost. VeA will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Turiba will play at home against the league's second-placed Jelgava (#2) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Bottom-ranked Bertanu (0-11) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 90-76 loss to fourth ranked Livani (7-5) in Livani on Friday evening. It was a great evening for Davids Ozolins who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 10 rebounds. At the losing side Kristofers Karlsons responded with 27 points, 7 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Livani. They maintain fourth place with 7-5 record. Bertanu lost their eleventh game in a row. They still close the standings with 11 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Other games of round 19 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: BS Ogre lost to undefeated Gulbenes Buki in Riga 70-102. Kekava was smashed by Jelgava at home 84-106. Bauska won against Liepaja/LSSS on the opponent's court 95-85. Riga/DSN unfortunately lost to RTU in a home game 68-79. VEF BA Valka recorded a loss to Limbazi on the road 74-88. The best stats of 19th round was 13 points, 17 rebounds and 6 assists by Oto Grinbergs of Limbazi. Turiba - VeA 72-75 Important game to mention about took place in Turiba. Third ranked VeA (9-5) saved a 3-point derby victory on the road edging 7th ranked Turiba (7-8) 75-72 on Tuesday evening. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Janis Censonis (185-2005) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Roberts Prusis (195-1998) contributed with 13 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Power forward Rihards Berzins (210-1997) answered with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds and point guard Raimonds Stasans (195-2002) added 18 points and 6 assists in the effort for Turiba. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. VeA have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain third place with 9-5 record having five points less than leader RSU/VEF. Turiba lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with eight games lost. VeA will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Turiba will play at home against the league's second-placed Jelgava (#2) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: VeA: C.Janis 25+5reb+1ast, R.Prusis 13+9reb, G.Klavs 12+6reb, D.Rudis 9+2ast, P.Krisjanis 4+2reb+5ast, R.Ricards 4+2reb+4ast Turiba: R.Stasans 18+3reb+6ast, R.Berzins 15+10reb+2ast, G.Zomerfelds 15+2reb+5ast, R.Kuze 7+7reb, K.Septe 5+4reb, E.Rimants 4+2reb Gulbenes Buki - BS Ogre 102-70 There was no surprise in Riga where 6th ranked BS Ogre (6-7) was crushed by leader Gulbenes Buki (10-0) 102-70 on Saturday. Gulbenes Buki forced 24 BS Ogre turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by BS Ogre's players. It was a great evening for guard Ervins Ivanovs (187-1996) who led his team to a victory scoring 28 points, 7 assists and 5 steals. Arturs Strelnieks (195-1985) helped adding 15 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists and 6 steals. Four Gulbenes Buki players scored in double figures. At the losing side Ralfs Tumasevs (199-2004) responded with 22 points and 6 rebounds and forward Harijs Kaupmanis (200-2005) scored 10 points. BS Ogre's coach Peteris Ozolins gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. The victory was the tenth consecutive win for Gulbenes Buki. They maintain second place with 10-0 record having eight points less than leader RSU/VEF. Loser BS Ogre keeps the sixth position with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Gulbenes Buki: E.Ivanovs 28+1reb+7ast, L.Rainers 16+5ast, A.Strelnieks 15+8reb+8ast, S.Bets 12+5reb, S.Rolands 11+2ast, J.Engers 9+6reb+3ast BS Ogre: T.Ralfs 22+6reb, K.Harijs 10+2reb+2ast, M.Didzis 10+2reb+1ast, M.Davids 7+3reb+2ast, A.Ricards 6+4reb+1ast, M.Kokins 6+3reb+1ast Kekava - Jelgava 84-106 No shocking result in a game when second ranked Jelgava (13-2) smashed on the road 6th ranked Kekava (7-6) 106-84 on Friday. Jelgava shot 62.1 percent from the field. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 35 assists comparing to just 18 passes made by Kekava's players. It was a great evening for forward Armands Senkans (200-1990) who led his team to a victory scoring 21 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). Swingman Edgars Krumins (196-1986) helped adding 21 points and 11 assists. Five Jelgava players scored in double figures. Jelgava's coach Martins Liepa felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side guard Davis Klegeris (185-1997) responded with 29 points and Eduards Avotins (198-2001) scored 20 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Jelgava. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Kandava. Kekava lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the sixth place with six games lost. Jelgava will meet Turiba (#7) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Kekava will have a break next round. Top scorers: Jelgava: A.Senkans 21+8reb+7ast, E.Krumins 21+3reb+11ast, J.Berzins 17+4reb+2ast, K.Plavnieks 13+1reb+4ast, U.Feldmanis 12+4reb+5ast, M.Steinbergs 8+3reb+3ast Kekava: D.Klegeris 29+4reb+1ast, E.Avotins 20+6reb+5ast, E.Miculis 13+9reb+5ast, D.Graveris 6+1ast, E.Stelmahers 5+2reb+4ast, G.Aleks 5+2reb Liepaja/LSSS - Bauska 85-95 Very expected game when 8th ranked Liepaja/LSSS (6-9) was defeated at home by fourth ranked Bauska (9-6) 95-85 on Saturday. Bauska outrebounded Liepaja/LSSS 45-29 including a 33-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for forward Ivars Zemitis (195-1990) who led his team to a victory scoring 34 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds (made all of his seven free throws). Center Janis Vilcans (199-1991) helped adding 14 points and 6 rebounds. At the losing side Kristaps Soldatenoks (192-2005) responded with 22 points and 8 rebounds and Frederiks Meinarts (213-2004) scored 19 points and 8 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Liepaja/LSSS's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Bauska maintains fourth place with 9-6 record. Loser Liepaja/LSSS keeps the eighth position with nine games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Bauska: I.Zemitis 34+9reb+2ast, J.Vilcans 14+6reb, A.Simsons 12+7reb, G.Bricka 12+4reb+3ast, R.Solzemnieks 8+4reb+1ast, M.Berzins 6+4reb+1ast Liepaja/LSSS: S.Kristaps 22+8reb+3ast, M.Frederiks 19+8reb+1ast, V.Adrians 17+3reb+1ast, C.Raivo 11, K.Martins 6+4reb+2ast, B.Edzus 4+1reb+1ast Riga/DSN - RTU 68-79 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when ninth ranked RTU (3-6) beat on the road 8th ranked Riga/DSN (3-10) 79-68 on Wednesday. RTU made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Riga/DSN turnovers. It was a great evening for Raimonds Cudars (196-2002) who led his team to a victory scoring 14 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Swingman Matiss Jankovskis (192-1991) helped adding 15 points and 6 rebounds. Five RTU players scored in double figures. At the losing side guard Dans Galdins (194-2004) responded with 13 points and 9 rebounds and forward Kristers Skrinda (200-2006) scored 9 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. RTU moved-up to seventh place. Riga/DSN lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the ninth position with ten games lost. RTU will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Riga/DSN will play against Limbazi (#5) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: RTU: M.Jankovskis 15+6reb+2ast, C.Raimonds 14+9reb+4ast, A.Kristaps 14+6reb, Z.Martins 13+4reb+2ast, E.Jurgis 10+5reb+2ast, R.Kartenko 6+5reb Riga/DSN: F.Martins 13+1ast, G.Dans 13+9reb+1ast, S.Kristers 9+5reb+3ast, R.Ralfs 8+4reb+1ast, V.Karlis 6+5reb+3ast, R.Patriks 5 RSU/VEF - LU/BS Riga 58-55 Third-ranked LU/BS Riga (7-3) made lots of trouble for first ranked RSU/VEF (12-2) on Thursday. RSU/VEF managed to secure only three-point victory 58-55. However their fans expected easier game. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of LU/BS Riga. They outrebounded LU/BS Riga 44-27 including 30 on the defensive glass. Peteris Salmins (205-2001) fired a double-double by scoring 17 points and 17 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners. Rihards Ginters (192-1993) chipped in 22 points and 5 rebounds. Power forward Armands Gailiss (207-2004) produced 9 points and 8 rebounds and Gustavs Jakubauskis (186-2003) added 12 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. RSU/VEF maintains first place with 12-2 record. LU/BS Riga at the other side keeps the third position with three games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: RSU/VEF: R.Ginters 22+5reb+3ast, P.Salmins 17+17reb+1ast, B.Rihards 5+4reb+2ast, K.Nikita 4+2reb+1ast, D.Matiss Zilde 3+6reb+1ast, A.Krauklis 3+3reb LU/BS Riga: J.Gustavs 12+1reb+4ast, S.Davis 9+2reb+2ast, O.Marcis 9+3reb+4ast, G.Armands 9+8reb+1ast, S.Daniils 6+4reb+1ast, T.Georgs 4+1reb+2ast Livani - Bertanu 90-76 Bottom-ranked Bertanu (0-11) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 90-76 loss to fourth ranked Livani (7-5) in Livani on Friday evening. They dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Bertanu's 34. They outrebounded Bertanu 43-28 including 17 on the offensive glass. Livani looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a great evening for center Davids Ozolins (205-1998) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Rihards Strauts (199-1991) helped adding 28 points and 8 rebounds. At the losing side guard Kristofers Karlsons (185-2004) responded with 27 points, 7 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals and point guard Roberts Veveris (188-2004) scored 13 points. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Livani. They maintain fourth place with 7-5 record. Bertanu lost their eleventh game in a row. They still close the standings with 11 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Livani: D.Ozolins 28+10reb+1ast, R.Strauts 28+8reb+2ast, R.Pabrieza 16+3reb+6ast, A.Vitins 8+10reb+2ast, T.Liepins 6+1reb+5ast, E.Leja 4+5reb+3ast Bertanu: K.Kristofers 27+7reb+8ast, V.Roberts 13+1reb+3ast, T.Ivan 10+4reb+1ast, Z.Markuss 7+5reb+2ast, L.Edvarts 5+2reb+1ast, V.Matiss 4+3reb Limbazi - VEF BA Valka 88-74 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 7th ranked VEF BA Valka's (3-7) road loss to sixth ranked Limbazi (6-5) 74-88 on Friday. Limbazi outrebounded VEF BA Valka 49-36 including a 37-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was a great evening for forward Oto Grinbergs (196-1990) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 17 rebounds and 6 assists. Forward Inguss Immers (193-1993) helped adding 24 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side Tomass Rozenbergs (196-2002) responded with 15 points and 6 rebounds and Ukrainian guard Illia Upyr (187-2006) scored 12 points and 6 assists. Five Limbazi and four VEF BA Valka players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Limbazi moved-up to fifth place. VEF BA Valka lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the eighth position with seven games lost. Limbazi will meet Riga/DSN (#9) on the road in the next round. VEF BA Valka will have a break next round. Top scorers: Limbazi: I.Immers 24+7reb, P.Penka 15+8reb+3ast, J.Katlaps 14+1reb+6ast, O.Grinbergs 13+17reb+6ast, V.Veinbergs 11+5reb+2ast, T.Upe 7+3reb+2ast VEF BA Valka: R.Tomass 15+6reb+1ast, P.Yaroslav 14+3reb+1ast, U.Illia 12+3reb+6ast, E.Sukteris 11+4reb+1ast, D.Minajevs 9+6reb+1ast, U.Varna 6+1reb+1ast |
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| Tautvydas Stankus (ex Taurages) signs at Ascoli Basket - by Paulo Freire |
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Ascoli-Basket (Serie C) landed 23-year old Lithuanian 189cm guard Tautvydas Stankus. Stankus has played for the last three years at Taurages in Lithuanian RKL league. He helped them to make it to the semifinals.
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| Erikas Stulpinas (ex VDU) agreed terms with Ascoli Basket - by Paulo Freire | |
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Ascoli-Basket (Serie C) inked 19-year old Lithuanian 195cm forward Erikas Stulpinas. Stulpinas played most recently at Vytauto Didziojo Universitetas in Lithuanian RKL league. The previous (2020-21) season he played at Zalgiris (U18 League) in Lithuania where in 13 games he recorded 6.9ppg, 5.1rpg, 1.8apg and 1.1spg in that year. He helped them to win the regular season and make it to the final. Stulpinas has played also professionally in Kauno KM Zalgiris II U18 team. |
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| Nationale 2 Round 16: Kordall Steelers are defeated by Bascharage - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Kordall Steelers (11-3) in Kaerjeng on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by fourth ranked Bascharage (8-5) 67-58. Bascharage have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 8-5 record. Kordall Steelers at the other side still keeps top place with three games lost. They share the position with Avanti. Bascharage are looking forward to face Wooltz (#8) on the road in the next round. Kordall Steelers will play against the league's second-placed Avanti (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Ninth-ranked Black Frogs (1-13) gave a tough game to sixth ranked Racing (7-8) in Warken. The visitors from Luxembourg managed to secure only two-point victory 92-90. However their fans expected easier game. Racing maintains sixth position with 7-8 record. Black Frogs lost thirteenth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay at the bottom place with 13 games lost. Racing will play against Mess (#7) in Mondercange in the next round. Black Frogs will play against Mamer to get more than just one victory in their record. Third ranked Black Star (10-5) crushed at home 7th ranked Wooltz (4-10) by 27 points 92-65, which is the biggest margin this round on Saturday night. Black Star maintains third position with 10-5 record behind leader Kordall Steelers. Newly promoted Wooltz dropped to the eighth place with ten games lost. Black Star will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Wooltz will play against Bascharage (#4) and hope to secure a win. In the last game of round 16 Mamer lost to Avanti on the opponent's court 93-102. Black Frogs - Racing 90-92 Ninth-ranked Black Frogs (1-13) gave a tough game to sixth ranked Racing (7-8) in Warken. The visitors from Luxembourg managed to secure only two-point victory 92-90. However their fans expected easier game. Racing maintains sixth position with 7-8 record. Black Frogs lost thirteenth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay at the bottom place with 13 games lost. Racing will play against Mess (#7) in Mondercange in the next round. Black Frogs will play against Mamer to get more than just one victory in their record. Avanti - Mamer 102-93 Rather expected game in Mondorf where 5th ranked Mamer (7-7) was defeated by second ranked Avanti (11-3) 102-93 on Saturday. Avanti have an impressive five-game winning streak. They used an opportunity after Kordall Steelers lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Mamer lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with seven games lost. Avanti will meet league's leader Kordall Steelers in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Mamer will play against Black Frogs (#9) and hope to secure a win. Bascharage - Kordall Steelers 67-58 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Kordall Steelers (11-3) in Kaerjeng on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by fourth ranked Bascharage (8-5) 67-58. Bascharage have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 8-5 record. Kordall Steelers at the other side still keeps top place with three games lost. They share the position with Avanti. Bascharage are looking forward to face Wooltz (#8) on the road in the next round. Kordall Steelers will play against the league's second-placed Avanti (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Black Star - Wooltz 92-65 Third ranked Black Star (10-5) crushed at home 7th ranked Wooltz (4-10) by 27 points 92-65, which is the biggest margin this round on Saturday night. Black Star maintains third position with 10-5 record behind leader Kordall Steelers. Newly promoted Wooltz dropped to the eighth place with ten games lost. Black Star will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Wooltz will play against Bascharage (#4) and hope to secure a win. |
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| BOV League D1 Round 10: Mellieha lose to Hibernians - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Top ranked Mellieha (7-3) recorded its third loss at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were rolled over by sixth ranked Hibernians (4-6) 114-89. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Mellieha. Hibernians moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Bupa and Gzira Athleta. Mellieha at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. Hibernians will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Mellieha will play again on the road against Hibernians and is hoping to win this game. An exciting game was played in Imtarfa. Third ranked Depiro faced their biggest opponent Starlites. Host Depiro (5-5) defeated guests from Starlites (6-4) 91-79. Depiro maintains third position with 5-5 record having just two points less than leader Mellieha. Defending champion Starlites keep the second place with four games lost. Depiro will again play against league's second-placed Starlites on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Starlites will have a break next round. In the last game of round 10 Bupa defeated Gzira Athleta in Luxol 91-86. Gzira Athleta - Bupa 86-91 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Birkirkara where one of their biggest challengers Gzira Athleta (4-6) was defeated by fifth ranked Bupa (4-6) 91-86. Bupa moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Gzira Athleta and Hibernians. Bupa will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Gzira Athleta will play again on the road against Bupa (#4) in Luxol and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Depiro - Starlites 91-79 An exciting game was played in Imtarfa. Third ranked Depiro faced their biggest opponent Starlites. Host Depiro (5-5) defeated guests from Starlites (6-4) 91-79. Depiro maintains third position with 5-5 record having just two points less than leader Mellieha. Defending champion Starlites keep the second place with four games lost. Depiro will again play against league's second-placed Starlites on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Starlites will have a break next round. Mellieha - Hibernians 89-114 Top ranked Mellieha (7-3) recorded its third loss at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were rolled over by sixth ranked Hibernians (4-6) 114-89. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Mellieha. Hibernians moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Bupa and Gzira Athleta. Mellieha at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. Hibernians will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Mellieha will play again on the road against Hibernians and is hoping to win this game. |
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| Brown's Double-Double Propels UTS Firehawks Past Tigers - by Stephan Ditgens |
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CAMPBELLSVILLE, Ky. - The University of Tennessee Southern men's basketball won their fourth straight in a donnybrook defeating Campbellsville in a 76-74 game on Saturday. Brady Brown led all scorers with 19 points. Kendall Wright added a career-high 18 points. Kavion Hancock pitched in 10 points. Brown secured 15 boards to complete a double-double. UTS would take control of the opening half leading 41-35 at the break. The Firehawks and Tigers would battle tough in the final half. CU would close the gap and briefly take the lead with 10 minutes left to play. UTS would knot it up at 63 just before the final media timeout. UTS would lead 75-72 with under a minute to play, but four missed UTS free-throws would make the final play interesting. CU had one final chance to steal a home win, but their final shot would be off the mark. UTS would shoot 30 of 58 for 52% from the field. There would be four lead changes and two ties. NEXT UP The Firehawks will return to Curry Athletic Complex to take on the Bears of Shawnee State on Thursday, January 26th. Tip-off is slated for 7:30 p.m FOLLOW THE FIREHAWKS Don't miss a minute of the latest action surrounding UTS Athletics by following the Firehawks on Twitter (@GoFirehawks), Instagram (@gofirehawks), and Facebook (@UTSathletics). courtesy of utsfirehawks.com |
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| Raptors drop 106-104 decision to Boston - by Eurobasket News |
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The misery continues for the Toronto Raptors. Jaylen Brown (6'6''-G/F-1996, college: California) scored 27 points to lift a Boston Celtics team missing leading scorer Jayson Tatum (6'8''-F/G-1998, college: Duke) to a 106-104 victory over the Raptors - their ninth consecutive victory. Pascal Siakam had 29 points and 10 rebounds to top the Raptors (20-27), who lost their third straight, and third in a row to an undermanned team. The Raptors have lost four of five since recording their first three-game win streak of the season. 'It was really too much hit and miss,' coach Nick Nurse said. 'I think that's what I just talked to the guys about. There was a lot of times when we controlled the ball, pursued the ball, contested at the rim, blocked shots at the rim, etc. And then there's just too many times when it's a straight-line drive and a layup, right? We just can't give those up. 'So that part of just being much more solid, more consistent over the 48 I think is definitely a big part of it.' Gary Trent Jr. (6'6''-SG-1999, college: Duke) had 22 points, Precious Achiuwa (6'9''-SF-1999, college: Memphis) finished with 17 points and 11 boards, and Scottie Barnes (6'7''-F-2001, college: FSU) had 10 points. The Raptors' previous two losses came against short-handed teams: a 130-122 defeat Tuesday to a Milwaukee squad minus superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, and then a 128-126 loss Thursday against a Timberwolves team that was missing Rudy Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns, and had played at altitude in Denver a night earlier. 'It's tough, it's hard,' Siakam said. 'There's so many of those games where I felt we did a lot, a lot of good things, couple of mistakes here and there and you pay for it. It sucks.' Tatum, the league's third-leading scorer and an MVP candidate, sat out Saturday with a wrist injury. The Celtics injury woes worsened when they lost both Marcus Smart (6'4''-G-1994, college: OK State) (right ankle sprain) and Robert Williams (hyperextended knee) in the first half. Smart, who had two points and four assists, rolled his ankle making a cut, and gestured immediately for medical help when he fell, pointing to his foot. 'To win in the NBA is hard enough, to win on the road down a bunch of guys is hard to do,' Brown said. 'You don't want to take it for granted, but we definitely have enough on this team, enough in this locker-room to win games whoever is on the floor.' The Raptors, who were missing all-star guard Fred VanVleet (6'0''-PG-1994, college: Wichita St.) (rib soreness), can't say the same. The Raptors also lost O.G. Anunoby (6'7''-F-1997, college: Indiana), who had 12 points before leaving the game three-and-a-half minutes into the fourth quarter after jamming his foot. The Raptors initially said he was available to return, but medical staff advised against it. Nurse said VanVleet was injured against Atlanta a week earlier, and that he's 'questionable' for Sunday. Other than an early 11-point lead for Toronto, the game was a tight back-and-forth battle. The Raptors opened the fourth quarter clutching a four-point advantage, but Payton Pritchard's third three-pointer of the final frame opened up an eight-point gap for Boston with 5:53 to play. The Scotiabank Arena crowd erupted when Trent's three-pointer, his second in a minute-and-a-half, tied the game at 103-103 with 2:23 to play. But Pritchard replied with his fourth long bomb to put Boston (35-12) back on top. A Siakam free throw made it a two-point game and then, with the crowd on its feet, Trent missed a basket but stole the ball off Pritchard with 14.1 seconds left. A frantic few final seconds saw Raptors coach Nick Nurse livid at a jump ball call with 8.6 seconds to play. Toronto gained possession with 3.1 seconds left, but Siakam turned the ball over to send the fans home unhappy. 'It says a lot about our team,' Boston coach Joe Mazzulla said of his team's short-handed victory. Thad Young's hook shot capped a Raptors' 15-4 run that gave Toronto an 11-point lead with 2:30 left in the first quarter. But the Celtics replied with a 12-2 run to pull to within 27-26 heading into the second. The see-saw second quarter saw the lead change hands eight times, before a 9-0 run by Toronto late in the half. The Raptors went into the halftime break up 57-50. A pair of consecutive Brogdon three-pointers sliced Toronto's advantage to just a point with 2:04 left in the third quarter. The Raptors took an 85-81 lead into the fourth. Courtesy of: globalnews.ca |
| Mobley scores career-high 38, powers Cavs over Bucks 114-102 - by Eurobasket News |
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Evan Mobley (7'0''-PF-2001, college: USC) scored a career-high 38 points, Darius Garland (6'2''-G-2000, college: Vanderbilt) added 21 and the Cleveland Cavaliers bounced back from an embarrassing loss with a 114-102 win Saturday night over the Milwaukee Bucks, who were again without injured star Giannis Antetokounmpo (6'11''-F-1994, agency: Octagon Europe). Mobley made sure the Cavs shook off their 120-114 loss a night earlier to the Golden State Warriors, who beat Cleveland despite resting Stephen Curry and three other starters. The 21-year-old Mobley finished 19 of 27 from the field and had his top scoring performance as a pro without making a three throw or 3-pointer. He added nine rebounds. Mobley scored 12 of Cleveland's first 15 points in the fourth and the Cavs, who were without star Donovan Mitchell (6'3''-G-1996, college: Louisville) due to a groin strain for the third straight game, put together a 12-2 run to separate from the Bucks. Garland added 10 assists for Cleveland. Jrue Holiday (6'4''-G-1990, college: UCLA) scored 28 and Bobby Portis (6'10''-PF-1995, college: Arkansas) added 23 for Milwaukee, which played its fifth straight game without Antetokounmpo. The two-time MVP is nursing a sore left knee. On Friday, Cavs coach John-Blair Bickerstaff was asked about Mobley's tantalizing potential. 'There's a version of Evan that is going to be dominant,' he said. The Cavs have been urging Mobley to be more aggressive and he didn't back down from the Bucks as the 7-footer powered his way to the basket and dropped several mid-range jumpers in the lane. Courtesy of: nbc15.com |
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| Lightning Win Over Express - by Eurobasket News |
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Just two nights removed from losing their home opener and seeing their impressive home win streak snapped the Lightning bounce back in a big way with a 105-83 victory over the visiting Windsor Express. The Lightning that took the court Saturday night was night and day different from their home opener. Mike Edwards (6'9''-C-1997, college: Georgia) got the Lightning rolling early on both ends of the floor posting two blocks and seven quick points to help London out to a 8-2 lead. London would continue to struggle from distance going 2-9 in the quarter, allowing the Express to close the Lightning lead down to just one point at the end of the frame. While struggling from deep in the first, London found their range in the second quarter going 7- 12 from beyond the arc behind Canadian, Adham Eleeda's three made three's in the quarter. London would enter the halftime break with a 62-40 lead after outscoring Windsor 35-14 in the quarter. Jordan Burns (6'2''-G-1997, college: Colgate, agency: Green Sports Management) was the hot man in the third, scoring 14 of London's 31 points and hitting 4-5 from deep. London's lead would reach as much as 35 points in the second half before putting the Express away for good and winning the game by 22. Leading the way for the Lightning was second year guard, Jordan Burns, who nearly recorded a triple double of 26 points, 7 rebounds and a game-high 9 assists. Mike Edwards was much improved over the season opener, posting an impressive line of 17 points, 12 rebounds and 3 blocked shots. Canadian guards Terry Thomas (6'4''-G-1991, college: Ottawa) and Mike Nuga (6'2''-G, college: UNLV) each posted 13 points for the Bolts while Mareik Isom (6'9''-F-1994, college: Texas) added 12. Speedy guard Nick Garth (6'0''-PG-1996, college: Lamar) led Windsor with a team-high 19 points and 5 assist. Windsor's bench outscored the Bolts bench 40-28 on the night with three players reaching double-digits. The Lightning are on the road next week as they head to St. John's Newfoundland to take on the Newfoundland Rogues of The Basketball League. London plays Wednesday, Friday and Saturday in St. John's. Courtesy of: oursportscentral.com |
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| No. 11 Arizona locks down No. 5 UCLA to snap Bruins' 14-game win streak - by Eurobasket News |
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The Bruins had the McKale Center holding its collective breath down the stretch, but the Wildcats gave their crowd something to cheer about by hanging on to beat the red-hot intruders. No. 5 UCLA men's basketball (17-3, 8-1 Pac-12) saw its 14-game winning streak come to a close Saturday, falling 58-52 to No. 11 Arizona (17-3, 6-3). It marked a season-low in points for the Bruins, despite playing the Wildcats entering the game ranked No. 280 in points allowed per game and No. 66 in adjusted defense. If it weren't for a late push in the final two minutes, UCLA may have wound up with its fewest points in the Mick Cronin era, but the defense created opportunities for them to make it close in the waning moments of the game. The Bruins, down by 12, forced four consecutive Wildcat turnovers before blocking two shots and setting themselves up for a wild finish. Center Adem Bona (6'10''-F-2003) had emerged from his early-game foul trouble to convert with clutch buckets and a big block against the backboard, while the Arizona offense that had found its rhythm in the second half started to unravel. Point guard Tyger Campbell missed the layup that would have cut the lead to two with four seconds left, though, and the Wildcats were able to close out the win with some garbage time free throws, pumping up their reenergized home crowd along the way. Campbell led UCLA with 13 points, but on an inefficient 5-for-18 shooting from the field. Guard Jaylen Clark (6'5''-G-2001) and guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (6'7''-G/F-2001) each finished with 12 points on 5-for-17 and 4-for-13 shooting from the field, respectively. While Bona got his 11 points on a far cleaner 5-for-6 shooting, guards David Singleton (6'4''-G-1999) and Dylan Andrews (6'2''-G) were scoreless on nine combined attempts and five 3-point tries. The Bruins got just four points outside of their top-four scorers, and they put up .313/.200/.545 shooting splits as a team. Singleton was missing wide open 3s, Clark was missing bunnies and both Jaquez and Campbell were missing plenty of unguarded midrange jumpers. Holding the Wildcats to 38.8% shooting from the field and 27.8% from deep wasn't enough, as the nine-point difference at the free throw line and four-point difference in the paint wound up made the difference. UCLA tried to set the tone by forcing three turnovers on their first five defensive possessions, and they even had an early shooting advantage as well. After Clark hit his first road 3-pointer of the season, guard Kerr Kriisa (6'3''-G-2001) tried to answer but saw his long ball bounce off the back rim. The Wildcats missed six straight shots in a five-minute span, but the Bruins committed multiple traveling violations and could only build the lead out to four. Arizona still managed to tie things up at 16 all, though, after Clark got called for a flop and Bona sent center Oumar Ballo (7'0''-C-2002) to the line for two on his second personal foul of the day. Big man Kenneth Nwuba (6'10''-F/C-1999), meanwhile, picked up his third foul just moments later on an illegal screen. Cronin left Nwuba in the game, and the Bruins got their feet back under them thanks to a pair of successful midrange jumpers by Campbell. The Wildcats took their first lead of the day on a 3-pointer by guard Courtney Ramey with 3:39 left in the half, but Jaquez immediately answered with a signature turnaround deep 2 to put his team back ahead. Nwuba did eventually commit his fourth foul in the first half alone, allowing Arizona to knot the score at 22-22. Mac Etienne (6'10''-F) came in to replace him, making his first trip to Tucson since he spit on Wildcat fans who were trash talking him walking off the court last season. Etienne committed a loose ball foul himself, sending Ballo to the line yet again. Arizona got 10 of its first 26 points from the charity stripe, and attempted twice as many free throws as UCLA in the first half. The Bruins trailed 26-23 at the break, and they missed six shots in a row between the end of the first half and the start of the second. Campbell finally broke that cold streak with a 3-pointer that tied the score, but a Ballo block led to a fast break triple by Ramey, and Kriisa sank another to make it a six-point game. When Bona committed his third foul of the game on an and-1 by forward Azuolas Tubelis (6'11''-F-2002), the McKale Center crowd erupted as their team went ahead by more than two possessions for the first time all day. Even when Jaquez snapped the Wildcats' 9-0 run with a 3-pointer, Tubelis punched right back with back-to-back layups. UCLA was unable to string together two unanswered scoring possessions in the second half until there were just nine minutes left on the clock, and even then, Campbell went 1-for-2 at the line to limit how much ground they made up. An and-1 by Ballo wiped out that progress regardless. Arizona's lead fluctuated between eight and 12 points for nearly 10 whole minutes, until Ramey hit a straightaway 3-pointer with 5:26 left to go. That put UCLA down by 13 - its largest deficit of the season - but they were not out of it just yet. Campbell sank a 3, and after Ballo and Bona traded alley-oop finishes, the Bruins were back down by 10 inside of two minutes. Bona flushed home another Campbell lob off a Jaquez steal, then Clark got a steal and score to cut the gap down to six. Jaquez deflected a pass to Bona, then ran down the court for a 3-point attempt that would have made it a one-possession game. Although Jaquez missed the shot, he and Campbell forced a five-second back-to-basket violation, which led to a Bona hook shot on the other end. Arizona broke the press and Tubelis went up for an open dunk, but Jaquez came flying in from behind for the block. Guard Pelle Larsson got the offensive board and put up a layup, only for Bona to block it off the backboard and give UCLA the ball back. Bona's follow-up block was initially called a goaltend on the floor, but an official review reversed that decision. The Bruins were down four points with 12.8 remaining. Campbell and Jaquez were both unable to convert around the basket, and the winning streak ended unceremoniously as a result. Ballo and Tubelis combined for 30 points and 18 boards, with 12 of those points coming off free throws. UCLA will return to action Jan. 26 against crosstown rival USC at the Galen Center. That game, which will be broadcast on ESPN2, will tip off at 6 p.m.. Courtesy of: si.com |
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| Tanner Mans will continue his college career at Pittsburg State University - by Eurobasket News |
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Pittsburg-State-University tabbed 6-6 guard Tanner Mans. Wichita (KS) native played for the last three years at Virginia Military Institute (NCAA Division I). Mans helped his team make it to the SoCon Tournament Semifinals in 2021. He has played high school basketball at Bishop Carroll in Wichita, KS, which he graduated in 2020. Mans was also voted to Kansas All-State Top 15 Third Team, Wichita Area All-Metro Team and All-Kansas Class 5A First Team that year. (via @VerbalCommits) |
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| Maxie Esho (ex Fraser Valley) agreed terms with Saitama - by Igor Obradovic | ||||
He is a very experienced player. Thanks to Esho's pro career he managed to play on four different continents (Europe, Asia, Latin America and of course North America) in eleven different countries. Esho has played previously professionally in Colombia (Bucaros), Cyprus (Etha), Dominican Republic (Soles, Sameji and Dosa), Indonesia (CLS Knights), Israel (Ramat Hasharon), Kosovo (Prishtina), Saudi Arabia (Ittihad), Taiwan (Fubon Braves), Uruguay (Hebraica), NBA G League (Iowa Wolves, Westchester Knicks and Capital City Go-Go) and Vietnam (Heat). His team made it to the Atlantic 10 Tournament Semifinals in 2012 and 2013. Among many awards he was voted to Asia-Basket.com Saudi Arabian SBL All-Imports Team in 2022. He graduated from University of Massachusetts in 2015 and it is his eighth season in pro basketball. |
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San-Pio-X-Velasca-Milano (Serie C) landed 22-year old North Macedonian 193cm small forward Damian Lazarov. Lazarov is the second foreign player in the roster as Serbian Aleksa Tesin signed here earlier. He played recently at Pallacanestro Milano 1958 in Italian Serie C. He missed last four seasons and had longer break from professional basketball. He has played previously for Italian team Milano Urania. |
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| McDaniels' 20-20 showing powers Meralco past Rain or Shine in PBA Governors' Cup opener - by Eurobasket News |
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K.J. McDaniels (198-G/F-1993, college: Clemson) flexed his muscles with an impressive 20-20 performance to power Meralco to a 105-87 victory over Rain or Shine and open the 2023 PBA Governors' Cup on a winning note at the PhilSports Arena on Sunday, Jan. 22. The comebacking import posted 27 points and 23 rebounds while anchoring a huge third-quarter rally that zapped the Elasto Painters and spoiled the much-anticipated return of two-time league Most Valuable Player James Yap (190-SG-1982). Tied at 54-all at the half, the Bolts embarked to a searing 13-4 start to rip the game wide open and establish a double-digit spread which they never relinquished until the final buzzer. McDaniels imposed his will inside the paint and recorded his best rebounding performance in the league, besting his previous 22 boards in 2019 all while leading Meralco to an imposing 64-43 count in the rebounding department. 'We were able to get defensive stops and get the rebound which is very, very important. We also couldn't score that much in the fourth quarter but we were stopping them almost every time down the court so it really helped out for us,' said Meralco head coach Norman Black. Christopher Banchero (186-PG-1990, college: Seattle Pacific) also provided ample support with 17 points while Allein Maliksi (191-F) added 16 points, picking up the slack from the absence of Aaron Black (F) due to injury. Chris Newsome (187-G-1990, college: Georgetown, KY) also contributed 10 points in his return from injury while Cliff Hodge was also a workhorse on the glass by hauling 13 rebounds on top of his eight points. Rain or Shine actually kept itself within striking distance in the first two quarters with Michael Qualls (197-G-1994, college: Arkansas) and Yap dropping 12 points each. The two, however, cooled down in the second half as the Elasto Painters couldn't buy a basket against the Bolts' pesky defense . Rey Nambatac paced ROS with 21 points while Yap added 14 in his first game back after a three-conference layoff. Qualls also finished with 14 but shot poorly from the field on a measly 3-of-22 shooting. Courtesy of: mb.com.ph |
| TNT reclaims 3x3 throne - by Eurobasket News |
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TNT lost no time regaining its lofty perch on top of the PBA 3x3, trouncing Barangay Ginebra, 20-14, to rule Leg 2 of the Third Conference Season 2 Friday, Jan. 20, at Robinsons Place Antipolo. Almond Vosotros highlighted his comeback from a week-long break by again leading the Tropang Giga's charge, topscoring with 11 points and four rebounds as the telecommunications franchise won its sixth leg title for the season worth another P100,000. The grand slam-seeking team also got valuable contributions from Christopher Exciminiano (183-G-1988), big man Lervin Flores and new acquisition Luis Villegas (185-G-1974), who had three points each in the rousing win. TNT was coached by Mau Belen. The Kings received the runner-up purse of P50,000 as they couldn't complete a Cinderella finish that saw them foil Purefoods in the quarterfinals, 13-11, and Cavitex in the semis, 21-15. Kim Aurin led Ginebra with nine points. Without Vosotros in the opening leg, the Tropang Giga made it as far as the semifinals, and then lost to Cavitex Braves in the battle for third place. Courtesy of: mb.com.ph |
| SeaHorses Mikawa adds Miller-Scott to their roster, ex FiberXers - by Igor Obradovic | ||||
In 2012 he was drafted by ? Denver Nuggets (NBA) in second round (38th overall). He attended Baylor University and it is his eleventh (!!!) season in pro basketball. Miller-Scott is quite experienced player. Miller-Scott's career allowed him to visit four different continents, while he played in twelve different countries. He tasted the life as pro basketball player in Europe, Asia, Latin America and of course North America. Miller-Scott has played previously professionally in Germany (Brose Bamberg), Israel (Maccabi Tel Aviv), Portugal (Benfica), Puerto Rico (Piratas), Serbia (Crvena Zvezda), Spain (Joventut), Taiwan (Pauian), Uruguay (Nacional), NBA (Detroit Pistons, Brooklyn Nets and Sacramento Kings), Croatia (Cibona), NBA G League (Stockton Kings) and The Basketball Tournament (HBC Sicklerville, Loyalty is Love, Heartfire and YGC). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team made it to the Portuguese League Semifinals in 2021. He was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Uruguay LUB Honorable Mention in 2022. |
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| Liga Betclic Round 18: FC Porto edge Vitoria SC by two points - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The Regular Season in Liga Betclic is slowly approaching the end. But there may be still some important changes in the final standings in the last 4 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Eighth-ranked Vitoria SC (7-11) made lots of trouble for first ranked FC Porto (16-1) in Guimaraes on Saturday. The visitors from Porto managed to secure only two-point victory 85-83. However their fans expected much easier game. FC Porto made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. The game was dominated by American players. The best player for the winners was point guard Max Landis (188-1993, college: PFW, agency: Promo Sport ID) who scored 27 points (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Forward Michael Finke (208-1996, college: GCU, agency: Players Group) chipped in 15 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Phlandrous Fleming Jr (193-1998, college: Florida) who recorded 16 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. FC Porto have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 16-1 record. Vitoria SC at the other side dropped to the seventh place with 11 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. FC Porto are looking forward to face Esgueira (#10) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Vitoria SC will play against CAB Madeira in Funchal and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Lisbon. Third ranked Sporting faced 4th ranked Ovarense. Host Sporting (14-4) smashed guests from Ovar (10-8) 95-71. It was a good game for the former international Travante Williams (193-1993, college: Alaska, agency: Inception Sports) who led his team to a victory with 37 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Diogo Ventura contributed with 16 points for the winners. American point guard Isaiah Johnson (183-1993, college: Young Harris) replied with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists for Ovarense. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sporting maintains third position with 14-4 record having just one point less than leader FC Porto. Ovarense at the other side dropped to the fifth place with eight games lost. Sporting will play against Lusitania (#6) in Angra in the next round. Ovarense will play at home against Imortal and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game in Albufeira was also quite interesting. Second ranked Benfica (15-2) played at the court of 6th ranked Imortal (7-11). Benfica did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 112-94 on Saturday. Ivan Almeida scored 24 points and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners. Benfica's coach Norberto Alves used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was Spencer Littleson with 24 points and 4 assists. Benfica have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 15-2 record behind leader FC Porto. Loser Imortal dropped to the seventh place with 11 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Benfica will meet at home Oliveirense (#4) in the next round. Imortal will play against Ovarense and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Rest of the games of round 18 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: bottom-ranked Sangalhos was crushed by Oliveirense in Oliveira 75-54. Povoa beat CAB Madeira at home 78-70. Lusitania won against Esgueira on the opponent's court 92-84. Imortal unfortunately lost to CAB Madeira in a home game 76-83. The best stats of 18th round was 15 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists by Earl Watson of Imortal. Imortal - Benfica 94-112 The game in Albufeira was also quite interesting. Second ranked Benfica (15-2) played at the court of 6th ranked Imortal (7-11). Benfica did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 112-94 on Saturday. Benfica shot 61.3 percent from the field and made 24-of-30 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 57.1 percentage. Benfica looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Naturalized Cape Verdean Ivan Almeida (198-1989, college: Stonehill) scored 24 points and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American point guard Toney Douglas (189-1986, college: FSU) chipped in 22 points and 4 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. Benfica's coach Norberto Alves used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was American guard Spencer Littleson (193-1998, college: Toledo) with 24 points and 4 assists and his fellow American import guard Marquise Moore (188-1994, college: GMU) scored 17 points and 5 assists. Five Benfica and four Imortal players scored in double figures. Benfica have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 15-2 record behind leader FC Porto. Loser Imortal dropped to the seventh place with 11 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Benfica will meet at home Oliveirense (#4) in the next round. Imortal will play against Ovarense and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Imortal: S.Littleson 24+3reb+4ast, M.Moore 17+2reb+5ast, T.Ewuosho 16+4reb+2ast, J.Conceicao 15+2reb+2ast, S.Jonathan 7+2reb+1ast, G.Filip 5+3reb Benfica: I.Almeida 24+2reb+4ast, T.Douglas 22+4reb+4ast, A.Broussard 15+4reb+5ast, T.Carter II 11+5reb+1ast, B.Gomes 11+3reb+2ast, M.Zirbes 10+2reb Oliveirense - Sangalhos 75-54 There was no surprise in Oliveira where 12th ranked Sangalhos (1-15) were crushed by fifth ranked Oliveirense (10-7) 75-54 on Saturday. Oliveirense forced 22 Sangalhos turnovers. American power forward Julien Ducree (206-1996, college: Utah Tech) scored 21 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international forward Arnette Hallman (200-1988) chipped in 8 points and 13 rebounds during the contest. Coach 's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play all 12 players and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was Angolan point guard Cleuzio Castro (180-1997) with 6 points and 10 rebounds and Canadian guard Nikita Kasongo (193-1996, college: St.Mary's) scored 12 points and 6 rebounds. Oliveirense moved-up to fourth place. Sangalhos lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. Oliveirense will meet league's second-placed Benfica in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Sangalhos will play against Povoa (#7) and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Sangalhos: L.Jeronimo 12+6reb, N.Kasongo 12+6reb, A.Tiago 10+3reb+2ast, J.Martinho 7+2reb+4ast, C.Cleuzio 6+10reb+3ast, F.Cruz 3+2reb+2ast Oliveirense: J.Ducree 21+6reb, T.Simons 12+2reb+3ast, D.Carter 11+7reb+1ast, A.Hallman 8+13reb, M.Kouguere 8+1reb+2ast, M.Richardson 5+3ast Povoa - CAB Madeira 78-70 The game between closely ranked teams ended with tenth ranked Povoa's (7-11) home victory over 11th ranked CAB Madeira (4-14) 78-70 on Saturday. American-Nigerian swingman Cameron Oluyitan (201-1997, college: SUU) scored 21 points and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Spanish forward Federico Ucles (204-1993, agency: Promo Sport ID) chipped in 6 points and 15 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Nuno Sa (200-1997) with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 15 rebounds and American guard Matt Johnson (193, college: Detroit) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds. Four CAB Madeira players scored in double figures. Povoa moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser CAB Madeira keeps the eleventh position with 14 games lost. Povoa will meet bottom-ranked Sangalhos (#12) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. CAB Madeira will play against Vitoria SC and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: CAB Madeira: N.Sa 19+15reb+2ast, M.Johnson 18+13reb+2ast, M.Almonacy 16+2reb+2ast, J.Speelman 11+9reb, D.Peixe 4+4reb+2ast, D.Tomas 2+1reb Povoa: C.Oluyitan 21+5reb+1ast, S.Brown 13+4reb+1ast, N.Oliveira 12+4reb+1ast, C.Tawiah 8+7reb+3ast, F.Ucles 6+15reb+2ast, R.Coelho 6+1reb+1ast Vitoria SC - FC Porto 83-85 Eighth-ranked Vitoria SC (7-11) made lots of trouble for first ranked FC Porto (16-1) in Guimaraes on Saturday. The visitors from Porto managed to secure only two-point victory 85-83. However their fans expected much easier game. FC Porto made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. The game was dominated by American players. The best player for the winners was point guard Max Landis (188-1993, college: PFW, agency: Promo Sport ID) who scored 27 points (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Forward Michael Finke (208-1996, college: GCU, agency: Players Group) chipped in 15 points and 5 rebounds. Finke 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 guard Phlandrous Fleming Jr (193-1998, college: Florida) who recorded 16 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and swingman Jake Van Tubbergen (201, college: GVSU) added 13 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Five Vitoria SC players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. FC Porto have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 16-1 record. Vitoria SC at the other side dropped to the seventh place with 11 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. FC Porto are looking forward to face Esgueira (#10) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Vitoria SC will play against CAB Madeira in Funchal and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. Top scorers: Vitoria SC: P.Fleming Jr. 16+8reb+5ast, C.Cardoso 14+2reb+3ast, J.Van Tubbergen 13+5reb+2ast, Z.Simmons 12+7reb, S.Jamison 11+8reb, P.Bastos 10+1reb FC Porto: M.Landis 27+1reb+1ast, M.Finke 15+5reb, V.Voytso 9+1reb, F.Amarante 7+3reb+2ast, B.Conklin 6+7reb+1ast, J.Threatt 6+2reb+4ast Esgueira - Lusitania 84-92 There was a minor upset when 7th ranked Esgueira (7-11) was defeated at home by ninth ranked Lusitania (7-10) 92-84 on Saturday. Lusitania forced 21 Esgueira turnovers. It was a great shooting night for Lusitania especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.4 percentage. American swingman Justin Edler-Davis (193-1998, college: CSUB) scored 24 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Ugandan-American Deng Geu (203-1997, college: N.Texas) chipped in 23 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international point guard Pedro Catarino (184-1990) with 27 points and 4 assists and American forward Ryan Ogden (193-1996, college: Southwestern) scored 20 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Lusitania moved-up to sixth place. Esgueira lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the seventh position with 11 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Lusitania will meet at home higher ranked Sporting (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Esgueira will play against the league's leader FC Porto (#1) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Esgueira: P.Catarino 27+3reb+4ast, R.Ogden 20+9reb+4ast, A.Kappos 14+1reb+1ast, T.Evans 7+3reb+3ast, B.Ghebrekidan 7+6reb+2ast, N.Francisco 3 Lusitania: J.Edler-Davis 24+6reb+5ast, D.Geu 23+6reb, D.Jackson 16+3reb+6ast, R.Weber 9+3ast, T.Moses 7+3reb+2ast, F.Ferreira 6 Sporting - Ovarense 95-71 An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Lisbon. Third ranked Sporting faced 4th ranked Ovarense. Host Sporting (14-4) smashed guests from Ovar (10-8) 95-71. Sporting made 17-of-20 charity shots (85.0 percent) during the game. Sporting outrebounded Ovarense 40-22 including 26 on the defensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. It was a good game for the former international Travante Williams (193-1993, college: Alaska, agency: Inception Sports) who led his team to a victory with 37 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 5 assists. The former international point guard Diogo Ventura (193-1994, agency: Promo Sport ID) contributed with 16 points for the winners. American point guard Isaiah Johnson (183-1993, college: Young Harris) replied with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and the former international guard Francisco Amiel (188-1996, college: Colgate) added 10 points in the effort for Ovarense. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sporting maintains third position with 14-4 record having just one point less than leader FC Porto. Ovarense at the other side dropped to the fifth place with eight games lost. Sporting will play against Lusitania (#6) in Angra in the next round. Ovarense will play at home against Imortal and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Ovarense: I.Johnson 22+6reb+8ast, F.Amiel 10+3reb+2ast, J.Armstrong 9+1reb, B.Peel 8+4reb+2ast, C.Sa 7+3reb, N.Morais 5+2reb+2ast Sporting: T.Williams 37+7reb+5ast, D.Ventura 16+4reb+2ast, J.Fernandes 9+2reb, A.Monteiro 9+2reb+1ast, M.LoVett Jr. 8+3reb+7ast, I.Armwood 5+6reb+3ast Round 16Imortal - CAB Madeira 76-83There was a surprise result in Albufeira where eleventh ranked CAB Madeira (4-14) beat higher ranked Imortal (7-11) 83-76 on Wednesday. CAB Madeira looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Forward Nuno Sa (200-1997) had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American point guard Michael Almonacy (183, college: App State) chipped in 21 points and 7 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American center Earl Watson (201-1990, college: URI) with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists and his fellow American import guard Spencer Littleson (193-1998, college: Toledo) scored 21 points and 5 assists. Four Imortal players scored in double figures. CAB Madeira maintains eleventh position with 4-14 record. Loser Imortal dropped to the seventh place with 11 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. CAB Madeira will meet at home higher ranked Vitoria SC (#9) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Imortal will play against Ovarense and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Imortal: S.Littleson 21+2reb+5ast, T.Ewuosho 17+2reb+1ast, E.Watson 15+15reb+5ast, J.Ferguson 12+11reb+4ast, S.Jonathan 6+4reb+4ast, J.Conceicao 4+6reb+5ast CAB Madeira: M.Almonacy 21+1reb+7ast, N.Sa 17+12reb+2ast, M.Johnson 13+5reb+2ast, J.Speelman 9+1reb, A.Cheeseman 9+4reb+1ast, D.Tomas 7+3reb+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 Borac ZM as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Borac ZM defeated 7th ranked Napredak in Zemun 94-77. Borac ZM made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Borac ZM outrebounded Napredak 38-25 including a 31-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was French-Mali power forward Sidiki Kone (211-2001) who had a double-double by scoring 13 points and 15 rebounds. Guard Luka Ilic (192-2002) chipped in 25 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Naturalized Croatian Luka Sebrek (201-2000, agency: Interperformances) produced 24 points and 6 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Borac ZM (11-2) have an impressive six-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Napredak at the other side keeps the seventh place with ten games lost. They share the position with Morava. Sixth-ranked Radnicki 1950 (5-9) made lots of trouble for third ranked Pirot (10-4) in Kragujevac. The visitors from Pirot managed to secure only one-point victory 93-92. However their fans expected easier game. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Radnicki 1950. Point guard Nikola Djonlic (184-1993) saved the victory by scoring 25 points, 7 assists and 5 steals (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). Dusan Filipovic contributed with 22 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Center Matija Vucic (202-2003) replied with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 10 rebounds for Radnicki 1950. Radnicki 1950's coach Nenad Nikolic rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Pirot have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 10-4 record behind leader Borac ZM. Newly promoted Radnicki 1950 keeps the sixth place with nine games lost. Another interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Beograd: Beko (#8) and Zitko Basket (#6). Zitko Basket was defeated at home 63-77 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Vuk Borovicanin had a double-double by scoring 32 points and 13 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners. Edin Veskovic responded with 9 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Newly promoted Beko maintains eighth position with 3-11 record. Zitko Basket lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with seven games lost. Rest of the games of round 14 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Radnicki KG defeated Morava in Kragujevac 95-85. Gajdobra beat Klik A. at home 82-73. Joker S. destroyed Star NS on the opponent's court 102-77. Mladost SP managed to outperform Zeljeznicar C. in a home game 81-65. Slodes BG was rolled over Radnik SU on the road 87-68. Group AMorava - Radnicki KG 85-95There was no surprise in Vladicin Han where 7th ranked Morava (4-10) was defeated by second ranked Radnicki KG (11-3) 95-85 on Saturday. Radnicki KG had a 33-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Swingman Lazar Dimovski (205-2001) scored 16 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Djuro Dautovic (200-2001) chipped in 19 points during the contest. Forward Nikola Prokic (199-1996) responded with 21 points and guard Nikola Kostic (192-1998) scored 13 points and 5 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Radnicki KG keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Joker S. Newly promoted Morava keeps the seventh place with ten games lost. They share the position with Napredak. Top scorers: Morava: N.Prokic 21+3reb, L.Tomasevic 14+1reb+2ast, K.Nikola 13+5reb+3ast, A.Miletic 10+8reb+1ast, V.Djekic 9+2reb+1ast, D.Jovic 7+2reb+4ast Radnicki KG: D.Djuro 19+2reb+2ast, S.Milivojevic 17+1reb+3ast, L.Dimovski 16+6reb+2ast, V.Nikola 11+3reb+4ast, B.Filip 9+2reb+1ast, M.Todorovic 9+5reb+1ast Gajdobra - Klik A. 82-73 The game between closely ranked teams ended with third ranked Gajdobra's (8-6) home victory over 4th ranked Klik A. (6-8) 82-73 on Saturday. Gajdobra made 27-of-34 free shots (79.4 percent) during the game, while Klik A. only scored ten points from the stripe. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Center Dragan Maric (204-1993) scored 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Mateja Todoric (190-1998) chipped in 20 points, 8 assists and 6 steals during the contest. Petar Grojic (195-2001) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and point guard Nemanja Simovic (192-1995) scored 22 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Klik A.'s coach Dragan Mitrovic tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Gajdobra moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Klik A. keeps the fourth position with eight games lost. They share it with Mladost SP. Top scorers: Klik A.: N.Simovic 22+3reb+3ast, G.Petar 16+10reb+3ast, D.Papic 15+11reb+2ast, T.Stefan 13+3reb+2ast, D.Prelo 4+3reb+1ast, L.Spasojevic 3+2ast Gajdobra: D.Maric 23+5reb+4ast, M.Todoric 20+3reb+8ast, R.Predrag 15+12reb+2ast, A.Zaric 15+4reb+3ast, M.Savic 4+2reb+3ast, K.Ranko 3+3reb+2ast Star NS - Joker S. 77-102 The game between closely ranked teams ended with second-ranked Star NS's (8-6) home loss to first ranked Joker S. (11-3) 77-102 on Friday. It was a great shooting night for Joker S. especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.4 percentage. Naturalized Hungarian forward Aleksa Brbaklic (195-1995) had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and power forward Zoran Krstanovic (204-1982) chipped in 22 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Guard Bosko Bumbic (191-2001) responded with 20 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Nemanja Zigon (191-1996) scored 19 points and 8 rebounds. Five Joker S. and four Star NS 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. Joker S. have an impressive five-game winning streak. Newly promoted Joker S. maintains first position with 11-3 record, which they share with Radnicki KG. Loser Star NS keeps the second place with six games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Top scorers: Star NS: B.Bumbic 20+9reb+4ast, N.Zigon 19+8reb, R.Arsovic 14+2reb+5ast, D.Mijatovic 13+4reb+1ast, S.Luka 4+2reb, P.Andrija 3+1reb+1ast Joker S.: Z.Krstanovic 22+5reb+2ast, A.Brbaklic 15+13reb+5ast, M.Brekic 14+5reb+2ast, V.Ognjen 11+1reb+2ast, N.Celebic 11+2reb+2ast, D.Djapa 10+1reb+1ast Mladost SP - Zeljeznicar C. 81-65 Rather predictable result in Smederevska Palanka where fifth ranked Mladost SP (6-8) beat 8th ranked Zeljeznicar C. (2-12) 81-65 on Saturday. Mladost SP had a 35-23 advantage in offensive rebounds. Aleksandar Nikolic (-1997) had a double-double by scoring 28 points and 10 rebounds (on 11-of-12 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and power forward Lazar Stankovic (204-1999) chipped in 14 points, 15 rebounds and 4 blocks during the contest. Mladost SP's coach Stefanovic Ivan used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Pavle Nikolic (200-2005) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds and guard Petar Rakovic (189-1989) scored 13 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Mladost SP moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Klik A. Zeljeznicar C. lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 12 games lost. Top scorers: Zeljeznicar C.: N.Pavle 14+12reb+2ast, P.Rakovic 13+5reb+4ast, A.Luka 10+3reb, P.Predrag 9+1reb, M.Matija 7+4reb+1ast, K.Aleksa 6+6reb+2ast Mladost SP: N.Aleksandar 28+10reb+1ast, S.Kojic 20+5reb+2ast, L.Stankovic 14+15reb+3ast, P.Sparovic 8+3reb+5ast, M.Stojanovic 4+6reb+2ast, S.Sretenovic 4+2reb+3ast Group BRadnik SU - Slodes BG 87-68We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Surdulica where one of their biggest challengers Slodes BG (8-6) was outplayed by fifth ranked Radnik SU (8-6) 87-68 on Friday. Radnik SU outrebounded Slodes BG 41-29 including 27 on the defensive glass. Power forward Marko Popovic (203-2000) scored 24 points and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Slovenian power forward Slavisa Mirovic (204-1998) chipped in 20 points and 12 rebounds during the contest. Dusan Popovic (-2000) responded with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and center Luka Kovacevic (206-2002) scored 17 points. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Radnik SU moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Slodes BG. Top scorers: Slodes BG: D.Popovic 19+5reb+6ast, K.Luka 17+4reb+1ast, I.Ognjen 10+3reb+1ast, S.Ilic 7+7reb+2ast, K.Nemanja 7+2ast, S.Tanasije 5+6reb+1ast Radnik SU: M.Popovic 24+5reb+3ast, S.Mirovic 20+12reb, I.Saicic 16+2reb+3ast, N.Uros 9+3reb+2ast, U.Radulovic 6+9reb+1ast, B.Bogdanovic 5+1reb+2ast Borac ZM - Napredak 94-77 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Borac ZM as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Borac ZM defeated 7th ranked Napredak in Zemun 94-77. Borac ZM made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Borac ZM outrebounded Napredak 38-25 including a 31-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was French-Mali power forward Sidiki Kone (211-2001) who had a double-double by scoring 13 points and 15 rebounds. Guard Luka Ilic (192-2002) chipped in 25 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Naturalized Croatian Luka Sebrek (201-2000, agency: Interperformances) produced 24 points and 6 rebounds and Nemanja Sevic (-1999) added 11 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Five Borac ZM and four Napredak players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Borac ZM (11-2) have an impressive six-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Napredak at the other side keeps the seventh place with ten games lost. They share the position with Morava. Top scorers: Napredak: L.Sebrek 24+6reb+1ast, V.Petrovic 14+5reb, N.Sevic 11+6reb+3ast, P.Andrija 10+1reb+3ast, A.Miladinovic 7+1reb+4ast, N.Raicevic 4+2reb+3ast Borac ZM: I.Luka 25+2reb+1ast, N.Siladji 15+9reb+2ast, S.Kone 13+15reb+2ast, O.Miculovic 11+4reb+4ast, E.Marko 10+1ast, I.Mijajlovic 10+4reb+5ast Zitko Basket - Beko 63-77 Another interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Beograd: Beko (#8) and Zitko Basket (#6). Zitko Basket was defeated at home 63-77 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Beko made 7 blocks. Forward Vuk Borovicanin (203-2001, college: Daytona St.) had a double-double by scoring 32 points and 13 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Momir Tonic (192-2004) chipped in 6 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Forward Edin Veskovic (196-1993) responded with 9 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists and Omer Derdemez (-2003) scored 13 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Newly promoted Beko maintains eighth position with 3-11 record. Zitko Basket lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with seven games lost. Top scorers: Zitko Basket: M.Aleksandar 17+1reb, D.Omer 13+8reb+1ast, B.Riznic 10+2reb+3ast, E.Veskovic 9+7reb+8ast, S.Pavle 5+1reb, V.Luka 4+2reb+1ast Beko: V.Borovicanin 32+13reb+2ast, D.Stankovic 16+1reb, Z.Uros 8+7reb+1ast, R.Antonije 8+1reb, T.Momir 6+6reb+6ast, K.Dimitrije 3+1reb Radnicki 1950 - Pirot 92-93 Sixth-ranked Radnicki 1950 (5-9) made lots of trouble for third ranked Pirot (10-4) in Kragujevac. The visitors from Pirot managed to secure only one-point victory 93-92. However their fans expected easier game. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Radnicki 1950. Pirot made 21-of-25 charity shots (84.0 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. Point guard Nikola Djonlic (184-1993) saved the victory by scoring 25 points, 7 assists and 5 steals (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). Forward Dusan Filipovic (188-1992) contributed with 22 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Four Pirot players scored in double figures. Center Matija Vucic (202-2003) replied with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 10 rebounds and David Burgic (195-2002) added 17 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Radnicki 1950. Radnicki 1950's coach Nenad Nikolic rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Pirot have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 10-4 record behind leader Borac ZM. Newly promoted Radnicki 1950 keeps the sixth place with nine games lost. Top scorers: Radnicki 1950: V.Matija 29+10reb+2ast, B.David 17+5reb+2ast, C.Bogdan 12+4ast, Z.Vuk 8+4reb+6ast, P.Ognjen 8+2reb, R.Andrija 7+1reb+3ast Pirot: N.Djonlic 25+4reb+7ast, D.Filipovic 22+5reb+4ast, V.Vuk 15+9reb+2ast, P.Stepanovic 10+4reb, M.Vukicevic 6+8reb+3ast, V.Ognjen 5+1reb |
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What a coincidence that all visitors won their games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The biggest surprise of round 20 was guest Iskra Svit's (10-9) road victory over Lucenec (#5) 89-86 on Saturday evening. The best player for the winners was Brazilian forward Kayo Goncalves (203-1999, college: USA) who had a double-double by scoring 32 points and 10 rebounds (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field). American point guard Tavon King (180-1997, college: Cumberland) chipped in 17 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). American guard Tahj Eaddy (188-1996, college: USC) produced 22 points for the hosts. Iskra Svit moved-up to third place. Lucenec at the other side keeps the fifth position with ten games lost. They share it with Komarno. Iskra Svit are looking forward to face Inter Bratislava (#4) on the road in the next round. Lucenec will play against the league's leader Spisski Rytieri and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. Very important is a home loss of third ranked Inter Bratislava (10-10) against sixth ranked Komarno (9-10) on Saturday night. Host Inter Bratislava was defeated by Komarno in Bratislava 84-72. Bosnian forward Miljan Markovic (203-1992) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds. Demarkus Stuckey Jr contributed with 17 points and 6 assists for the winners. American swingman JP Moorman II (201-1998, college: UC Riverside, agency: Players Group) replied with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds for Inter Bratislava. Inter Bratislava's coach Danilo Rakocevic rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Komarno have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Lucenec. Inter Bratislava at the other side dropped to the fourth position with ten games lost. Komarno will play against bottom-ranked Handlova (#8) on the road in the next round. Inter Bratislava will play against Iskra Svit (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Leader Spisski Rytieri delivered the sixteenth victory on Saturday night. This time they beat 7th ranked Prievidza (6-14) 75-71. Worth to mention a quality performance of Lautaro Lopez who helped to win the game recording 26 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. Kevin Anderson responded with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Spisski Rytieri (16-4) have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position. Prievidza lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 14 games lost. Spisski Rytieri will meet Lucenec (#6) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Prievidza will play against the league's second-placed Levice and hope to secure a win. In the last game of round 20 Levice crushed Handlova in a road game 110-78. Handlova - Levice 78-110 There was no surprise when 8th ranked Handlova (5-15) was crushed at home by second ranked Levice (13-6) 110-78 on Saturday. Defending champion maintains second position with 13-6 record having four points less than leader Spisski Rytieri. Handlova lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 15 games lost. Levice will meet Prievidza (#7) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Handlova will play against Komarno and hope to secure a win. Prievidza - Spisski Rytieri 71-75 Leader Spisski Rytieri delivered the sixteenth victory on Saturday night. This time they beat 7th ranked Prievidza (6-14) 75-71. Worth to mention a quality performance of Argentinian point guard Lautaro Lopez (189-1999, agency: Octagon Europe) who helped to win the game recording 26 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and American guard Patrick McGlynn (188-1992, college: URI, agency: Mansfield and Associates) who added 25 points during the contest. American guard Kevin Anderson (196-1998, college: Delaware) responded with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and his fellow American import forward Kellon Taylor (198-1998, college: McNeese St., agency: Players Group) scored 17 points and 8 rebounds. Spisski Rytieri (16-4) have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position. Prievidza lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 14 games lost. Spisski Rytieri will meet Lucenec (#6) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Prievidza will play against the league's second-placed Levice and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Prievidza: K.Taylor 17+8reb+1ast, K.Anderson 15+6reb+6ast, L.Patrik 12+3reb+2ast, D.Hukic 7+5reb+3ast, A.Walker 7+8reb+1ast, J.Wheeler 7+3reb+3ast Spisski Rytieri: L.Lopez 26+8reb+5ast, P.McGlynn 25+1reb+1ast, V.Juricek 14+6reb+1ast, M.Fusek 8+12reb+1ast, A.Antoni 2+1reb, D.Hlivak 0+1ast Lucenec - Iskra Svit 86-89 The biggest surprise of round 20 was guest Iskra Svit's (10-9) road victory over Lucenec (#5) 89-86 on Saturday evening. The best player for the winners was Brazilian forward Kayo Goncalves (203-1999, college: USA) who had a double-double by scoring 32 points and 10 rebounds (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field). American point guard Tavon King (180-1997, college: Cumberland) chipped in 17 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). American guard Tahj Eaddy (188-1996, college: USC) produced 22 points and his fellow American import point guard Tyrik Armstrong (178, college: Texas Southern, agency: MSG) added 13 points and 10 assists respectively for the hosts. Four Lucenec players scored in double figures. Iskra Svit moved-up to third place. Lucenec at the other side keeps the fifth position with ten games lost. They share it with Komarno. Iskra Svit are looking forward to face Inter Bratislava (#4) on the road in the next round. Lucenec will play against the league's leader Spisski Rytieri and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. Top scorers: Lucenec: T.Eaddy 22+3reb+2ast, V.Knezevic 16+8reb+2ast, T.Armstrong 13+3reb+10ast, L.Juraj 12+2reb, E.Goss 8+4reb, T.Valdis Sullivan 8+2reb+2ast Iskra Svit: K.Goncalves 32+10reb+2ast, T.King 17+7reb+4ast, H.Koval 17+10reb+1ast, T.Atwood 8+6reb+5ast, S.Baldovsky 8+2reb+5ast, T.Simon 6 Inter Bratislava - Komarno 72-84 Very important is a home loss of third ranked Inter Bratislava (10-10) against sixth ranked Komarno (9-10) on Saturday night. Host Inter Bratislava was defeated by Komarno in Bratislava 84-72. Bosnian forward Miljan Markovic (203-1992) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds. American point guard Demarkus Stuckey Jr (183-1995, college: Goshen) contributed with 17 points and 6 assists for the winners. American swingman JP Moorman II (201-1998, college: UC Riverside, agency: Players Group) replied with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds and Lithuanian center Tomas Zdanavicius (203-1996, agency: Octagon Europe) added 20 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Inter Bratislava. Five Komarno and four Inter Bratislava players scored in double figures. Inter Bratislava's coach Danilo Rakocevic rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Komarno have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Lucenec. Inter Bratislava at the other side dropped to the fourth position with ten games lost. Komarno will play against bottom-ranked Handlova (#8) on the road in the next round. Inter Bratislava will play against Iskra Svit (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Inter Bratislava: T.Zdanavicius 20+7reb+1ast, J.Moorman II 17+11reb+3ast, J.Zakas 16+3reb+2ast, M.Kozlik 14+2reb+2ast, G.Bulatovic 2+4reb+7ast, K.Martin 2+3reb+2ast Komarno: M.Markovic 17+11reb+2ast, D.Stuckey Jr. 17+4reb+6ast, S.Gatling 14+6reb+2ast, L.Gasic 13+7reb+2ast, V.Djordjevic 12+7reb+3ast, M.Danielic 9+1reb+2ast |
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LEB Gold is at the halfway of the Regular Season and there are still another 17 rounds left. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. LEB Gold top team - Palencia (16-1) managed to deliver another win on Friday. This time they beat sixteenth ranked Melilla (4-13) 89-78. Palencia dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Melilla's 24. Palencia forced 20 Melilla turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American forward Tanner McGrew (203-1993, college: WVWC) stepped up and scored 24 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and Jose Ortega (191-1997) chipped in 16 points. American-Ghanian guard Bright Mensah (193-1992, college: William Pater., agency: Helping Ballers) responded with 10 points and 5 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Palencia have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. Newly promoted Palencia maintains first place with 16-1 record. Melilla lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the fourteenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Palencia are looking forward to face Valladolid (#4) on the road in the next round. Melilla will play against Burgos (#9) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series. Important game to mention about took place in Almansa. Twelfth ranked Almansa (6-11) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 14th ranked Albacete (4-13) 88-85 on Friday evening. Jaime Fernandez (208-2000) nailed 24 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and Sergi Costa accounted for 17 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Almansa's coach Tino Ugidos allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Forward Ivan Aurrecoechea (204-1995, college: NM State) came up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 20 rebounds for Albacete in the defeat. Almansa moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Castello. Newly promoted Albacete keeps the fourteenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Almansa will play against Caceres (#15) at home in the next round. Albacete will play against Oviedo and hopes to get back on the winning track. Fifth ranked Lleida (12-5) crushed at home 13th ranked Ourense (5-12) by 21 points 84-63, which is the biggest margin this round on Friday night. The best player for the winners was Michael Carrera who had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds. Jose Nogues produced 15 points and 5 rebounds for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Lleida moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Valladolid. Newly promoted Ourense keeps the thirteenth position with 12 games lost. Lleida will meet higher ranked Estudiantes (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Ourense will play against Gipuzkoa (#7) in San Sebastian and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 17: bottom-ranked Iraurgi SB was destroyed by Estudiantes on the opponent's court 75-55. Coruna managed to outperform Burgos in a home game 95-81. Caceres recorded a loss to Valladolid on the road 90-86. Oviedo was defeated by Cantabria on its own court 62-69. Castello was beaten by Alicante in a road game 74-70. Andorra won against Gipuzkoa at home 72-67. The most impressive stats of the last round was 15 points and 11 rebounds by Marin Maric of Andorra. Lleida - Ourense 84-63 Fifth ranked Lleida (12-5) crushed at home 13th ranked Ourense (5-12) by 21 points 84-63, which is the biggest margin this round on Friday night. Lleida made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. Lleida had a 35-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Venezuelan forward Michael Carrera (196-1993, college: S.Carolina, agency: BIG) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds. Guard Alex Urtasun (193-1984) chipped in 14 points. Four Lleida players scored in double figures. Jose Nogues (204-1995) produced 15 points and 5 rebounds and Bosnian Fahrudin Manjgafic (207-1997) added 15 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Lleida moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Valladolid. Newly promoted Ourense keeps the thirteenth position with 12 games lost. Lleida will meet higher ranked Estudiantes (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Ourense will play against Gipuzkoa (#7) in San Sebastian and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Lleida: M.Carrera 22+11reb, J.Lobo 14+4reb, A.Urtasun 14+2reb+2ast, D.Brito 13+2reb+2ast, J.Ignacio Marcos 7+2reb+6ast, V.Rafael 4+3reb+1ast Ourense: F.Manjgafic 15+5reb, J.Nogues 15+5reb+1ast, S.Willett 7+8reb+1ast, A.Peciukevicius 6+3reb+4ast, F.Ventura 5+1ast, S.Francisco 5+3reb+1ast Estudiantes - Iraurgi SB 75-55 Very expected game in Madrid where 18th ranked Iraurgi SB (3-14) was crushed by third ranked Estudiantes (13-4) 75-55 on Friday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Estudiantes made 10 blocks. The best player for the winners was forward Sean Smith (204-1995, college: St.Cloud St., agency: BIG) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points, 14 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 blocks. Ruben Dominguez (195-2003) chipped in 17 points. Estudiantes' coach Javier Rodriguez used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Senegalese forward Khadim Sy (208-1997, college: Wake Forest) produced 15 points and 8 rebounds and Dutch forward Kai Edwards (206-1997, college: N.Colorado) added 4 points and 10 rebounds respectively for the guests. Estudiantes maintains third place with 13-4 record having just three points less than leader Palencia. Iraurgi SB at the other side stay at the bottom position with 14 games lost. Estudiantes will meet at home Lleida (#5) in the next round. Iraurgi SB will play against Coruna (#8) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Estudiantes: D.Ruben 17+3reb+1ast, S.Smith 12+14reb+4ast, P.Jorgensen 10+2ast, L.Demetrio 8+6reb, T.Leimanis 8+2reb+4ast, M.Hughes 8+2reb Iraurgi SB: K.Sy 15+8reb, N.Hoover 11+2ast, M.Ibrahim 7+1reb+4ast, B.Hevia 5+5reb, A.Manex 5+4reb+1ast, I.Royo 4+4reb Coruna - Burgos 95-81 Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both ninth ranked Coruna and 8th ranked Burgos had identical 9-7 record. This time Coruna used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Burgos 95-81 on Friday night. Coruna made 24-of-28 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game. They also forced 21 Burgos turnovers. Strangely Burgos outrebounded Coruna 37-25 including 22 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was center Javier Vega (205-1988) who scored 15 points and 4 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). Nigerian-American power forward Lotanna Nwogbo (205-1993, college: Longwood) chipped in 18 points. Five Coruna players scored in double figures. Slovenian point guard Luka Rupnik (186-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) produced 8 points and 8 assists and Austrian-Slovenian center Rasid Mahalbasic (210-1990, agency: BeoBasket) added 5 points and 11 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Coruna (10-7) moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Gipuzkoa. Burgos lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the ninth position with eight games lost. They share it with Cantabria. Coruna will meet at home bottom-ranked Iraurgi SB (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Burgos will play against Melilla (#16) and hope to secure a win and be promoted back to the Liga Endesa just one year after relegation. Top scorers: Coruna: L.Nwogbo 18+3reb, J.Vega 15+3reb+4ast, A.Font 13+1ast, Y.Barrueta 11+4reb, J.Ingus 10+6ast, G.Filipovic 8+2reb+1ast Burgos: A.Lopez 13+2reb+1ast, M.Kacinas 12+2reb+2ast, M.Norelia 10+6reb+3ast, R.San Miguel 9+2reb+1ast, J.van Zegeren 9+7reb, A.Barrera 9+2reb+3ast Melilla - Palencia 78-89 LEB Gold top team - Palencia (16-1) managed to deliver another win on Friday. This time they beat sixteenth ranked Melilla (4-13) 89-78. Palencia dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Melilla's 24. Palencia forced 20 Melilla turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American forward Tanner McGrew (203-1993, college: WVWC) stepped up and scored 24 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and Jose Ortega (191-1997) chipped in 16 points. American-Ghanian guard Bright Mensah (193-1992, college: William Pater., agency: Helping Ballers) responded with 10 points and 5 assists and point guard Pablo Rodrigo (192-2002) scored 12 points. 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. Palencia have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. Newly promoted Palencia maintains first place with 16-1 record. Melilla lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the fourteenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Palencia are looking forward to face Valladolid (#4) on the road in the next round. Melilla will play against Burgos (#9) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series. Top scorers: Palencia: T.McGrew 24+6reb+2ast, J.Ortega 16+3reb, M.Rodriguez 14+1reb+1ast, K.Kostadinov 10+6reb+2ast, G.Martinez 8+3reb+1ast, D.Rozitis 6+6reb+2ast Melilla: R.Pablo 12+2reb+3ast, G.Mulero 12+1reb+2ast, B.Mensah 10+3reb+5ast, S.Rodriguez 10+4reb, H.Sergi 9+2ast, D.De Blas 8+4reb+1ast Valladolid - Caceres 90-86 Not a big story in a game when 14th ranked Caceres (4-13) was defeated on the road by fifth ranked Valladolid (12-5) 90-86 on Saturday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Valladolid made 26-of-30 free shots (86.7 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was Swedish point guard Melwin Pantzar (190-2000) who scored 38 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Estonian Jaan Puidet (192-1992, agency: Players Group) chipped in 16 points and 5 rebounds. Greek swingman Kostas Vasileiadis (200-1984) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds (was perfect 9-for-9 from the free throw line !!!) and Haitian-Canadian forward Kevin Bercy (201-1994, college: St.Francis X.) added 18 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the guests. Four Caceres players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. The victory was the third consecutive win for Valladolid. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Lleida. Caceres at the other side keeps the fourteenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Valladolid will meet at home league's leader Palencia in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Caceres will play against Almansa (#11) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Valladolid: M.Pantzar 38+5reb+7ast, J.Puidet 16+5reb+2ast, G.Gantt 11+3reb+1ast, H.Kabasele 8+5reb, J.Kuiper 7+2reb+2ast, M.Kovacevic 5 Caceres: K.Bercy 18+8reb, K.Vasileiadis 16+12reb+1ast, K.Hasbrouck 15, S.Pablo 11+3reb+2ast, V.Cepukaitis 9+8reb+2ast, D.Rodriguez 7+1ast Almansa - Albacete 88-85 Important game to mention about took place in Almansa. Twelfth ranked Almansa (6-11) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 14th ranked Albacete (4-13) 88-85 on Friday evening. Almansa made 24-of-29 charity shots (82.8 percent) during the game. Albacete was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Jaime Fernandez (208-2000) nailed 24 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and guard Sergi Costa (189-1996) accounted for 17 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Almansa's coach Tino Ugidos allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Forward Ivan Aurrecoechea (204-1995, college: NM State) came up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 20 rebounds and swingman Victor Ruiz (200-1995, college: Academy of Art, agency: Promo Sport ID) added 17 points and 10 rebounds respectively for Albacete in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Almansa moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Castello. Newly promoted Albacete keeps the fourteenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Almansa will play against Caceres (#15) at home in the next round. Albacete will play against Oviedo and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Almansa: J.Fernandez 24+7reb+1ast, S.Costa 17+5reb+7ast, D.Mateo 13+1reb, B.Harris 11+4reb+2ast, L.Mutic 8+7reb, M.Ogunsipe 8+4reb+1ast Albacete: I.Aurrecoechea 18+20reb+3ast, V.Ruiz 17+10reb+2ast, G.Blat 15+1reb+5ast, C.Jacobs 11+2reb, R.Raitanen 7+4reb+1ast, V.Moreno 7+1reb+2ast Oviedo - Cantabria 62-69 Everything went according to plan when tenth ranked Cantabria (9-8) beat on the road 15th ranked Oviedo (4-13) 69-62 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was guard Agustin Sans (193-1995) who scored 16 points and 4 assists. American point guard Shakir Smith (185-1992, college: ASU) chipped in 16 points. Center Oliver Arteaga (207-1983) produced 17 points and 7 rebounds and Swedish forward Craig Lecesne (206-1997, college: SJSU) added 16 points respectively for the hosts. Oviedo's coach Tryfon Poch rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Cantabria moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Burgos. Oviedo lost their fifth game in a row. They dropped to the fourteenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Cantabria will meet higher ranked Alicante (#6) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Oviedo will play against Albacete (#14) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Cantabria: S.Smith 16+1reb+2ast, A.Sans 16+2reb+4ast, A.Palazuelos 12+3reb, M.Sanz 9+3reb, M.Bulic 6+6reb+4ast, J.Harrar 4+6reb Oviedo: O.Arteaga 17+7reb+3ast, C.Lecesne 16+3reb+2ast, N.Pruitt 10+4reb, T.Thorbjarnarson 6+1reb, R.Crouch 5+2reb+2ast, C.Brown 3+8reb Alicante - Castello 74-70 There was no surprise when 11th ranked Castello (6-11) was defeated on the road by sixth ranked Alicante (11-6) 74-70 on Saturday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Alicante made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was power forward Eduard Gatell (206-1989) who scored 8 points and 9 rebounds. American forward Sean McDonnell (203-1995, college: Westmont, agency: Helping Ballers) chipped in 10 points and 7 rebounds. American forward Eric Stutz (203-1992, college: EKU) produced 14 points and point guard Joan Faner (176-1990) added 9 points and 5 assists respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Alicante maintains sixth place with 11-6 record. Castello at the other side keeps the eleventh position with 11 games lost. They share it with Almansa. Alicante will meet at home Cantabria (#10) in the next round. Castello will play against the league's second-placed Andorra and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Alicante: A.Parrado 16+2reb, D.Blaylock 13+2reb, N.Rakocevic 11+2reb+3ast, S.McDonnell 10+7reb+1ast, E.Gatell 8+9reb+1ast, A.Steinarsson 7+3reb+6ast Castello: E.Stutz 14+4reb, D.Hook 14+2reb+2ast, E.Duran 11+3reb+2ast, J.Faner 9+4reb+5ast, E.Alley 6+1reb, O.Alvarado 6+3reb+3ast Andorra - Gipuzkoa 72-67 No shocking result in a game when second ranked Andorra (15-2) won against at home 6th ranked Gipuzkoa (10-7) 72-67 on Friday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Andorra made 21-of-25 free shots (84.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was Croatian center Marin Maric (211-1994, college: DePaul, agency: BIG) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds. Naturalized Brazilian point guard Rafael Luz (186-1992, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds. Four Andorra players scored in double figures. American guard Justin Jaworski (190-1999, college: Lafayette) produced 19 points and 4 assists and guard Xavi Oroz (192-1996) added 13 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Andorra maintains second place with 15-2 record behind leader Palencia. Gipuzkoa at the other side dropped to the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with Coruna. Andorra will meet at home Castello (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Gipuzkoa will play against Ourense (#13) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Andorra: M.Maric 15+11reb, R.Luz 14+8reb+3ast, M.Speight 11+2reb+4ast, J.Dee 10+6reb, M.Andric 7+3reb, C.Czerapowicz 5+3reb+1ast Gipuzkoa: J.Jaworski 19+3reb+4ast, A.Sollazzo 13+3reb+1ast, X.Oroz 13+9reb+3ast, M.Carlson 8+5reb, R.Nurger 6+3reb, A.Martinez 4+6reb+2ast |
| Liga Endesa Round 17: Baskonia lose to Obradoiro - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game between second ranked Baskonia (13-4) and tenth ranked Obradoiro (9-8) was the most important one in the last round on Sunday night. Baskonia was defeated by Obradoiro in a tough game in Santiago de Compostela 86-91. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Baskonia. Obradoiro made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game. French guard Leo Westermann (198-1992, agency: BeoBasket) orchestrated the victory by scoring 18 points and 5 assists. Canadian guard Kassius Robertson (190-1994, college: Missouri, agency: Octagon Europe) contributed with 25 points for the winners. American forward Daulton Hommes (203-1996, college: PLNU) answered with 19 points and 8 rebounds for Baskonia. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Obradoiro moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Valencia. Baskonia at the other side dropped to the third position with four games lost. They share it with Tenerife. Obradoiro is looking forward to face higher ranked Gran Canaria (#6) in Las Palmas in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Baskonia will play on the road against Murcia and is hoping to win this game. Liga Endesa top team - Barca (14-3) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat eleventh ranked Bilbao (8-9) in Barcelona 88-78. Argentinian guard Nicolas Laprovittola (190-1990) stepped up and scored 20 points, 5 assists and 4 steals (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) for the winners and Rokas Jokubaitis chipped in 14 points and 6 assists. American point guard Adam Smith (185-1992, college: Georgia Tech) responded with 16 points. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Barca have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 14-3 record, which they share with Real Madrid. Bilbao at the other side dropped to the tenth position with nine games lost. They share it with Murcia and Rio Breogan. Barca will play against Girona (#13) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Bilbao will play against Joventut and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game between fourth ranked Tenerife (13-4) and 18th ranked Real Betis (3-14) in Tenerife on Saturday ended with biggest points difference. Tenerife outscored guests from Sevilla 88-64. Marcelinho Huertas nailed 14 points and 8 assists for the winning side. Tyson Perez came up with 18 points (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) for Real Betis 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 third consecutive win for Tenerife. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Baskonia. Real Betis lost their third game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 14 games lost. They share it with Manresa and Fuenlabrada. Tenerife will meet Fuenlabrada (#16) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Real Betis will play against Zaragoza and hope to secure a win. There were no big surprises in other games of round 17: Murcia beat Fuenlabrada on the road 88-72. Granada lost to Girona on its own court 78-92. Unicaja managed to outperform Manresa in Malaga 98-94. Valencia managed to beat Zaragoza at home 88-76. Gran Canaria defeated Joventut on the opponent's court 91-75. Real Madrid beat Rio Breogan in a home game 91-73. The most impressive performance of 17th round was 21 points and 19 rebounds by Ethan Happ of Rio Breogan. Fuenlabrada - Murcia 72-88 No shocking result in a game when twelfth ranked Murcia (8-9) beat 16th ranked Fuenlabrada (3-14) in Madrid 88-72 on Saturday. Murcia forced 21 Fuenlabrada turnovers. American-Georgian guard Thaddus McFadden (188-1987, college: Fairmont St., agency: BeoBasket) nailed 20 points for the winning side and Montenegrin power forward Nemanja Radovic (208-1991, agency: BeoBasket) accounted for 8 points and 12 rebounds. American-Liberian Lasan Kromah (198-1991, college: UConn, agency: Octagon Europe) came up with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and American-Ghanian Prince Ali (193-1996, college: UCLA) added 22 points respectively for Fuenlabrada in the defeat. Four Fuenlabrada players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Murcia moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Rio Breogan and Bilbao. Fuenlabrada lost their tenth game in a row. They keep the sixteenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Manresa and Real Betis. Murcia will meet at home higher ranked Baskonia (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Fuenlabrada will play against Tenerife (#3) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Murcia: T.McFadden 20+1reb+3ast, T.Trice II 19+2ast, I.Diop 9+7reb, N.Radovic 8+12reb+2ast, D.Jelinek 8+3reb+1ast, J.Sakho 7+2reb Fuenlabrada: P.Ali 22+4reb, L.Kromah 14+12reb+4ast, J.Novak 11+1reb+3ast, J.Caroline 10+10reb+2ast, V.Okouo 5+4reb, F.Juan 3+2reb Granada - Girona 78-92 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 14th ranked Granada's (5-12) home loss to thirteenth ranked Girona (7-10) 78-92 on Sunday. Girona made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 21 Granada turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Granada's players. American swingman Kameron Taylor (198-1994, college: Seton Hill) nailed 22 points for the winning side and international point guard Joaquin Colom (188-1988, college: Lleida, agency: BIG) accounted for 15 points and 5 assists. American-Bosnian point guard Alex Renfroe (191-1986, college: Belmont, agency: BeoBasket) came up with 17 points and 4 assists and point guard Lluis Costa (187-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) added 13 points respectively for Granada in the defeat. Four Granada players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Girona. Newly promoted Girona maintains thirteenth place with 7-10 record. Granada lost their ninth game in a row. Granada at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the fourteenth position with 12 games lost. Girona will meet at home league's leader Barca in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Granada will play against Rio Breogan (#10) in Lugo and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Girona: K.Taylor 22+3reb+2ast, J.Colom 15+3reb+5ast, M.Fjellerup 14+5reb+3ast, R.Prkacin 9+4reb+1ast, J.Sorolla 6+2reb+1ast, H.Ondrej 5+1reb+1ast Granada: A.Renfroe 17+3reb+4ast, L.Costa 13+3reb+2ast, T.Bropleh 12+2reb+3ast, C.Michael 10+1reb+1ast, P.Tomas 7+2reb, C.Diaz 6+1reb Manresa - Unicaja 94-98 Very predictable result when fifth ranked Unicaja (12-5) won against on the road 17th ranked Manresa (3-14) 98-94 on Saturday. Unicaja made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Manresa turnovers. American-Montenegrin point guard Kendrick Perry (183-1992, college: YSU) nailed 21 points and 5 assists for the winning side and American Tyler Kalinoski (193-1992, college: Davidson) accounted for 20 points. Four Unicaja players scored in double figures. American forward Devin Robinson (203-1995, college: Florida) came up with 19 points and 9 rebounds and international point guard Daniel Perez (184-1990) added 12 points and 9 assists respectively for Manresa in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Unicaja maintains fifth place with 12-5 record. Manresa lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the sixteenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Real Betis and Fuenlabrada. Unicaja will meet at home Valencia (#8) in the next round. Manresa will play against the league's second-placed Real Madrid (#2) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Unicaja: K.Perry 21+1reb+5ast, T.Kalinoski 20+2reb+1ast, N.Djedovic 14+4reb, D.Osetkowski 10+6reb, T.Carter 9+1reb+2ast, D.Kravish 8+11reb+1ast Manresa: D.Robinson 19+9reb+3ast, J.Harding 13+4reb+3ast, M.Steinbergs 12+3reb+1ast, D.Perez 12+2reb+9ast, M.Geben 10+3reb, F.Ferrari 9+4reb+6ast Tenerife - Real Betis 88-64 The game between fourth ranked Tenerife (13-4) and 18th ranked Real Betis (3-14) in Tenerife on Saturday ended with biggest points difference. Tenerife outscored guests from Sevilla 88-64. Tenerife shot 64.7 percent from the field. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Real Betis' players. Brazilian-Italian point guard Marcelinho Huertas (191-1983) nailed 14 points and 8 assists for the winning side and international guard Jaime Fernandez (186-1993) accounted for 16 points. Four Tenerife players scored in double figures. The former international Tyson Perez (202-1996) came up with 18 points (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) and Greek Georgios Tsalmpouris (216-1996, college: Iowa St.) added 12 points respectively for Real Betis 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 third consecutive win for Tenerife. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Baskonia. Real Betis lost their third game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 14 games lost. They share it with Manresa and Fuenlabrada. Tenerife will meet Fuenlabrada (#16) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Real Betis will play against Zaragoza and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Tenerife: J.Fernandez 16+3reb+3ast, M.Huertas 14+8ast, G.Shermadini 11+5reb+2ast, T.Abromaitis 11+2reb+1ast, F.Guerra 10+5reb, J.Sastre 7+4reb+3ast Real Betis: T.Perez 18+4reb, G.Tsalmpouris 12+4reb, B.Johnson 11+2reb, V.Gerun 6+5reb+1ast, A.Sylla 4+3reb, J.Pozas 4+1reb+4ast Barca - Bilbao 88-78 Liga Endesa top team - Barca (14-3) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat eleventh ranked Bilbao (8-9) in Barcelona 88-78. Barca players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. Argentinian guard Nicolas Laprovittola (190-1990) stepped up and scored 20 points, 5 assists and 4 steals (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) for the winners and Lithuanian point guard Rokas Jokubaitis (193-2000) chipped in 14 points and 6 assists. American point guard Adam Smith (185-1992, college: Georgia Tech) responded with 16 points and the other American import center Jeff Withey (213-1990, college: Kansas) scored 5 points and 11 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Barca have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 14-3 record, which they share with Real Madrid. Bilbao at the other side dropped to the tenth position with nine games lost. They share it with Murcia and Rio Breogan. Barca will play against Girona (#13) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Bilbao will play against Joventut and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Barca: N.Laprovittola 20+2reb+5ast, N.James 16+4reb+1ast, R.Jokubaitis 14+3reb+6ast, N.Mirotic 9+4reb, A.Abrines 9+2reb+2ast, K.Kuric 8+1reb+1ast Bilbao: A.Smith 16+2ast, A.Reyes 11+2reb, E.Sulejmanovic 9+7reb, F.Alonso 9, L.Hakanson 8+7ast, N.Radicevic 8+4ast Obradoiro - Baskonia 91-86 The game between second ranked Baskonia (13-4) and tenth ranked Obradoiro (9-8) was the most important one in the last round on Sunday night. Baskonia was defeated by Obradoiro in a tough game in Santiago de Compostela 86-91. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Baskonia. Obradoiro made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game. French guard Leo Westermann (198-1992, agency: BeoBasket) orchestrated the victory by scoring 18 points and 5 assists. Canadian guard Kassius Robertson (190-1994, college: Missouri, agency: Octagon Europe) contributed with 25 points for the winners. American forward Daulton Hommes (203-1996, college: PLNU) answered with 19 points and 8 rebounds and the other American import guard Darius Thompson (193-1995, college: WKU) added 15 points and 9 assists in the effort for Baskonia. Five Baskonia players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Obradoiro moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Valencia. Baskonia at the other side dropped to the third position with four games lost. They share it with Tenerife. Obradoiro is looking forward to face higher ranked Gran Canaria (#6) in Las Palmas in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Baskonia will play on the road against Murcia and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Obradoiro: K.Robertson 25, L.Westermann 18+4reb+5ast, R.Guerrero 14+8reb+1ast, P.Scrubb 9+3reb+2ast, F.Zurbriggen 8+1reb+1ast, A.Munoz 6+2reb+1ast Baskonia: D.Hommes 19+8reb+2ast, D.Thompson 15+2reb+9ast, R.Giedraitis 14+5reb+2ast, M.Howard 14+2reb+3ast, M.Kotsar 11+8reb, S.Enoch 11+2reb Valencia - Zaragoza 88-76 Not a big story in a game when 15th ranked Zaragoza (4-13) lost on the road to ninth ranked Valencia (9-8) 88-76 on Sunday. Valencia forced 21 Zaragoza turnovers. The former international Xabier Lopez-Arostegui (200-1997) nailed 14 points for the winning side and the former international Jaime Pradilla (204-2001) accounted for 12 points. Serbian Borisa Simanic (210-1998, agency: BeoBasket) came up with 13 points and 5 rebounds and Serbian guard Stefan Jovic (198-1990, agency: BeoBasket) added 7 points and 7 assists respectively for Zaragoza in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Valencia moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Obradoiro. Loser Zaragoza keeps the fifteenth position with 13 games lost. Valencia will meet higher ranked Unicaja (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Zaragoza will play against Real Betis (#18) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Valencia: X.Lopez-Arostegui 14+3reb+2ast, C.Jones 12+3ast, J.Pradilla 12+4reb+2ast, K.Alexander 9+4reb+1ast, J.Harper 8+2ast, J.Puerto 8+3reb+1ast Zaragoza: B.Simanic 13+5reb+1ast, T.Hlinason 13+5reb, M.Aday 10+1reb, J.Jessup 10+1reb, I.Cruz Uceda 8+3reb+1ast, S.Jovic 7+4reb+7ast Joventut - Gran Canaria 75-91 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when seventh ranked Gran Canaria (10-7) defeated 6th ranked Joventut (10-7) in Badalona 91-75 on Sunday. They outrebounded Joventut 43-30 including a 19-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. Polish center Aleksander Balcerowski (218-2000, agency: BeoBasket) nailed 18 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side and American-Lithuanian John Shurna (204-1990, college: Northwestern) accounted for 15 points and 7 rebounds. Gran Canaria's coach Jaka Lakovic used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. The former international forward Joel Parra (202-2000) came up with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds and American guard Kyle Guy (188-1997, college: Virginia) added 14 points respectively for Joventut in the defeat. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Gran Canaria moved-up to sixth place, which they share with defeated Joventut. Gran Canaria will meet at home Obradoiro (#9) in the next round. Joventut will play against Bilbao and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Gran Canaria: A.Balcerowski 18+6reb, J.Shurna 15+7reb, F.Bassas 13+2reb+3ast, N.Brussino 11+7reb+2ast, A.Albicy 10+2reb+8ast, V.Benite 6+1reb Joventut: K.Guy 14+3reb+3ast, G.Vives 13+1ast, A.Feliz 12+1reb+2ast, J.Parra 11+10reb+2ast, A.Tomic 10+3reb+1ast, S.Birgander 10+4reb Real Madrid - Rio Breogan 91-73 There was no surprise when 8th ranked Rio Breogan (8-9) lost on the road to third ranked Real Madrid (14-3) 91-73 on Sunday. Bosnian swingman Dzanan Musa (205-1999, agency: BeoBasket) nailed 21 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side and naturalized Cape Verdean center Walter Tavares (220-1992) accounted for 15 points and 7 rebounds. Four Real Madrid players scored in double figures. American power forward Ethan Happ (208-1996, college: Wisconsin) came up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 19 rebounds and Serbian guard Nemanja Nenadic (196-1994, agency: BeoBasket) added 22 points and 5 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) respectively for Rio Breogan in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Real Madrid. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Barca. Loser Rio Breogan dropped to the tenth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Murcia and Bilbao. Real Madrid will meet Manresa (#17) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Rio Breogan will play against Granada (#14) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Real Madrid: D.Musa 21+6reb+3ast, G.Yabusele 15+5reb, W.Tavares 15+7reb, R.Fernandez 13+2reb, A.Hanga 8+3reb+4ast, F.Causeur 7+1reb+1ast Rio Breogan: N.Nenadic 22+4reb+5ast, E.Happ 21+19reb+2ast, L.Brajkovic 8+2reb+1ast, T.Nakic 7+1reb, M.Lukovic 6+1reb+3ast, E.Quintela 5+3reb+3ast |
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| Basketligan Round 25: Umea lose to Nassjo - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game between third ranked Umea (14-7) and sixth ranked Nassjo (10-9) was the most important one in the last round on Friday night. Umea was crushed by Nassjo in Umea 64-85. They outrebounded Umea 44-27 including a 34-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international point guard Charles Barton (193-1992, college: Oregon St.) who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 8 assists. American forward Andre Wesson (198-1997, college: Ohio St., agency: Players Group) contributed with 13 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. American forward Bryan Jefferson (201-1994, college: Mary) answered with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds for Umea. Umea's coach Boris Balibrea gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Nassjo maintains sixth place with 10-9 record. Umea at the other side dropped to the fourth position with seven games lost. Nassjo are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Fryshuset (#11) in Stockholm in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Umea will play at home against Uppsala (#9) and is hoping to win this game. Basketligan top team - Boras (18-3) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed fifth ranked BC Lulea (13-9) 94-75. American guard Bodie Hume (201, college: N.Colorado) stepped up and scored 29 points and 9 rebounds for the winners and Christopher McKnight chipped in 16 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side American forward Brendan Bailey (203-1997, college: Marquette) responded with 20 points and 4 assists. BC Lulea's coach Peter Oqvist rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Boras have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 18-3 record. BC Lulea at the other side keeps the fifth position with nine games lost. Boras will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. BC Lulea will play on the road against Norrkoping (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game in Sodertalje was also quite interesting. Fourth ranked Norrkoping (14-6) played at the court of 7th ranked Sodertalje (9-12). Norrkoping managed to secure a 8-point victory 90-82 on Saturday. Devonte Green nailed a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side. Norrkoping's coach Mikko Riipinen used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Josh Sharkey came up with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for Sodertalje in the defeat. Defending champion moved-up to third place. Loser Sodertalje keeps the seventh position with 12 games lost. They share it with Koping Stars. Norrkoping will meet at home BC Lulea (#5) in the next round. Sodertalje will play against Kalmar and hope to secure a win. In the last two games of round 25 Jamtland beat Uppsala on the road 77-63. Koping Stars won against Kalmar on its own court 83-68. Uppsala - Jamtland 63-77 No shocking result in a game when second ranked Jamtland (15-5) beat on the road 9th ranked Uppsala (8-13) 77-63 on Thursday. Jamtland made 21-of-26 free shots (80.8 percent) during the game. Jamtland outrebounded Uppsala 39-20 including a 30-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. American point guard CJ Jackson (185-1996, college: Ohio St., agency: Blacktop Management) nailed 18 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!) for the winning side and naturalized American power forward RT Guinn (208-1981, college: Baylor) accounted for 13 points and 7 rebounds. American guard Jordan Shepherd (193, college: California) came up with 24 points, 5 assists and 5 steals and guard Lukas Friberg (190-1995) added 14 points respectively for Uppsala in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Jamtland have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain second place with 15-5 record having four points less than leader Boras. Newly promoted Uppsala keeps the ninth position with 13 games lost. Jamtland will meet at home Koping Stars (#8) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Uppsala will play against Umea and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Uppsala: J.Shepherd 24+2reb+5ast, L.Friberg 14+3reb+1ast, H.Jadersten 9+5reb+2ast, K.Nemanja 5+4reb, N.Larsson 5+2reb+4ast, A.Zekovic 3+1ast Jamtland: C.Jackson 18+6reb+7ast, A.Smith 15+4reb+1ast, R.Guinn 13+7reb, L.Horton 9+3reb+3ast, P.Carr 6+8reb+1ast, P.Hampton 5+4reb+1ast BC Lulea - Boras 75-94 Basketligan top team - Boras (18-3) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed fifth ranked BC Lulea (13-9) 94-75. Boras dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to BC Lulea's 32. They outrebounded BC Lulea 40-25 including a 29-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. Boras players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. American guard Bodie Hume (201, college: N.Colorado) stepped up and scored 29 points and 9 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import Christopher McKnight (201-1987, college: Akron) chipped in 16 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side American forward Brendan Bailey (203-1997, college: Marquette) responded with 20 points and 4 assists and Belgian-American forward Michael Gilmore (208-1995, college: VCU) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Five Boras and four BC Lulea players scored in double figures. BC Lulea's coach Peter Oqvist rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Boras have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 18-3 record. BC Lulea at the other side keeps the fifth position with nine games lost. Boras will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. BC Lulea will play on the road against Norrkoping (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: BC Lulea: B.Bailey 20+3reb+4ast, J.Arvidsson 15+4ast, M.Gilmore 14+5reb+1ast, L.Griffin 13+2reb, S.Ali Hussein 5+11reb, D.Davis 4+2reb Boras: B.Hume 29+9reb+2ast, F.Andersson 18+4reb+3ast, C.McKnight 16+7reb+3ast, L.Johansson 13+4reb+7ast, R.Logan 10+5reb+7ast, J.Brandmark 6+4reb+1ast Koping Stars - Kalmar 83-68 Rather expected game when 10th ranked Kalmar (3-19) lost on the road to eighth ranked Koping Stars (9-12) 83-68 on Friday. American forward Juwan Gray (203-1996, college: Towson, agency: Blacktop Management) nailed a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds for the winning side and his fellow American import forward Travis McConico (198-1997, college: Charleston So.) accounted for 17 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. Four Koping Stars players scored in double figures. Koping Stars' coach Torbjorn Gehrke used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward Jamaure Gregg (201-1999, college: NSU) came up with 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and center Tobias Sjoberg (205-1997, college: Marist) added 15 points and 11 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) respectively for Kalmar in the defeat. Koping Stars moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Sodertalje. Kalmar lost eighth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the tenth position with 19 games lost. Koping Stars will meet league's second-placed Jamtland in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kalmar will play against Sodertalje (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Kalmar: J.Gregg 19+9reb+4ast, T.Sjoberg 15+11reb+2ast, J.Tratnik 11+3reb+2ast, C.DeLaney 9+8reb+6ast, W.Hannes 6+1reb+1ast, S.Sjoberg 6+1reb+2ast Koping Stars: J.Gray 20+10reb+2ast, T.McConico 17+9reb+6ast, Q.Wilson 16+4reb, B.Abdulkader 10+1reb+4ast, O.Gehrke 8+3reb+2ast, K.Peterson 8+5reb+1ast Umea - Nassjo 64-85 The game between third ranked Umea (14-7) and sixth ranked Nassjo (10-9) was the most important one in the last round on Friday night. Umea was crushed by Nassjo in Umea 64-85. They outrebounded Umea 44-27 including a 34-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international point guard Charles Barton (193-1992, college: Oregon St.) who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 8 assists. American forward Andre Wesson (198-1997, college: Ohio St., agency: Players Group) contributed with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Five Nassjo players scored in double figures. American forward Bryan Jefferson (201-1994, college: Mary) answered with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and the former international point guard Gustav Hansson (185-1995) added 10 points and 5 assists in the effort for Umea. Umea's coach Boris Balibrea gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Nassjo maintains sixth place with 10-9 record. Umea at the other side dropped to the fourth position with seven games lost. Nassjo are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Fryshuset (#11) in Stockholm in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Umea will play at home against Uppsala (#9) and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Umea: B.Jefferson 16+10reb, G.Hansson 10+2reb+5ast, D.Czerapowicz 9, L.Anton 8+1reb, D.Hansson 7+2reb, A.Yemane 6 Nassjo: C.Barton 30+4reb+8ast, A.Wesson 13+12reb+1ast, D.Brooks Jr. 13+7reb+4ast, D.Ruffin 12+5reb, W.Atwood 10+7reb+1ast, E.Isak 5+1reb Sodertalje - Norrkoping 82-90 The game in Sodertalje was also quite interesting. Fourth ranked Norrkoping (14-6) played at the court of 7th ranked Sodertalje (9-12). Norrkoping managed to secure a 8-point victory 90-82 on Saturday. Norrkoping made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. Norrkoping outrebounded Sodertalje 41-27 including 31 on the defensive glass. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Norrkoping made 8 blocks. American guard Devonte Green (190-1997, college: Indiana) nailed a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side and the former international power forward Nicholas Spires (210-1994) accounted for 21 points and 5 rebounds. Norrkoping's coach Mikko Riipinen used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American point guard Josh Sharkey (175-1997, college: Samford) came up with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and the other American import point guard Walt Kelser (183, college: Ferris St.) added 18 points respectively for Sodertalje in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Defending champion moved-up to third place. Loser Sodertalje keeps the seventh position with 12 games lost. They share it with Koping Stars. Norrkoping will meet at home BC Lulea (#5) in the next round. Sodertalje will play against Kalmar and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Sodertalje: J.Sharkey 26+11reb+5ast, W.Kelser 18+1reb+1ast, A.Lindqvist 14+4reb+2ast, L.Radosavljevic 10+2reb+1ast, E.Polite Jr. 7+4reb+2ast, M.Pahlmblad 5+2reb+3ast Norrkoping: N.Spires 21+5reb, D.Green 18+12reb+6ast, N.Dawit 13+5reb, A.Ramstedt 12+6reb, M.Tyus 9+4reb+1ast, T.Schuberg 8+4reb+7ast |
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| NLB Round 13: Bernex is defeated by Winterthur - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Host teams show no mercy winning all games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game between third ranked Bernex (9-4) and fifth ranked Winterthur (8-6) was the most important one in the last round on Saturday night. Bernex was defeated by Winterthur in a tough game in Winterthur 60-65. Belgian point guard Francis Torreborre (184-1993) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and guard Malcolm Amsler (192-2004) chipped in 12 points. Winterthur's coach Daniel Rasljic used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side Spanish center Miguel Alarcon (200-2003) responded with 10 points and 6 rebounds. Newly promoted Winterthur maintains fifth place with 8-6 record, which they share with Acad.Fribourg and CNBS. Bernex at the other side, also newcomer in the league, dropped to the second position with four games lost. They share it with Morges-Saint-Prex. Winterthur is looking forward to face Academie Fribourg (#7) on the road in the next round. Bernex's supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Geneve Grand-Saconnex. Very important is a road loss of third ranked GC Zurich (8-5) against eighth ranked Wallabies (6-8) on Saturday night. Visiting GC Zurich was defeated by Wallabies in a tough game in Kuesnacht-Erlenbach 73-79. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of GC Zurich. Ryan Muhr (195-2002) nailed 19 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and Montrell Dixson accounted for 13 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Mario Gull (195-1998) came up with 18 points and 4 assists for GC Zurich in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Wallabies maintains eighth place with 6-8 record. GC Zurich at the other side dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Wallabies will play against Villars (#9) on the road in the next round. GC Zurich will play against the league's leader Pully (#1) having rather not much hope for a victory. NLB top team - Pully (13-0) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed seventh ranked Academie Fribourg (8-6) in Lausanne 68-43. Joao Grosso fired 13 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Petar Tomic produced 13 points for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Undefeated Pully have an impressive series of thirteen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 13-0 record. Loser Academie Fribourg dropped to the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Winterthur and CNBS. Pully will meet GC Zurich (#4) on the road in the next round. Academie Fribourg will play against Winterthur and it may be a tough game between close rivals. In the last two games of round 13 Levaux lost to CNBS on the opponent's court 54-67. Morges-Saint-Prex outscored Villars in a home game 82-59. The most impressive stats of the last round was 16 points and 5 steals by Jamal George of Pully. CNBS - Levaux 67-54 Very expected game when 10th ranked Levaux (3-10) was defeated on the road by sixth ranked CNBS (8-6) 67-54 on Friday. French forward Enzo Boudouma (196-2005) fired a double-double by scoring 26 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Guard Nilan Rungasamy (177-2005) chipped in 13 points and 7 rebounds. Forward Gael Gillieron (200-1998) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds and Dominican power forward Jason Del Rosario (200-1996) added 10 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Levaux's coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. CNBS moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Acad.Fribourg and Winterthur. Levaux lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with ten games lost. They share it with Grand-Saconnex. CNBS will meet bottom-ranked Baeren (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Levaux will play against Morges-Saint-Prex and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: CNBS: B.Enzo 26+16reb, R.Nilan 13+7reb+2ast, F.Tristan 11+6reb+2ast, Z.Florian 8+5ast, V.David 7+6reb+2ast, S.Oliver 2 Levaux: G.Gillieron 14+10reb+3ast, J.Del Rosario 10+9reb+1ast, G.Alexandre 10+1reb+1ast, N.N'Deurbelaou 8+2reb+1ast, M.Eric 7+3reb, G.Paul 2+2reb+1ast Winterthur - Bernex 65-60 The game between third ranked Bernex (9-4) and fifth ranked Winterthur (8-6) was the most important one in the last round on Saturday night. Bernex was defeated by Winterthur in a tough game in Winterthur 60-65. Belgian point guard Francis Torreborre (184-1993) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and guard Malcolm Amsler (192-2004) chipped in 12 points. Winterthur's coach Daniel Rasljic used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side Spanish center Miguel Alarcon (200-2003) responded with 10 points and 6 rebounds and guard Damien Rosset (180-2002) scored 12 points. Newly promoted Winterthur maintains fifth place with 8-6 record, which they share with Acad.Fribourg and CNBS. Bernex at the other side, also newcomer in the league, dropped to the second position with four games lost. They share it with Morges-Saint-Prex. Winterthur is looking forward to face Academie Fribourg (#7) on the road in the next round. Bernex's supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Geneve Grand-Saconnex. Top scorers: Winterthur: F.Torreborre 24+10reb+5ast, A.Malcolm 12+3reb+1ast, R.Mimo 11+4reb, C.Dan 7+6reb, S.Matteo 5+5reb, S.Hungerbuhler 4+4reb+2ast Bernex: R.Damien 12+1reb+1ast, A.Miguel 10+6reb+2ast, M.Gregory 10+4reb, G.Bourgeois 8+1reb+3ast, V.Loick 8+5reb+1ast, H.Tom 6 Morges-Saint-Prex - Villars 82-59 Very predictable result when fourth ranked Morges-Saint-Prex (9-4) smashed at home 9th ranked Villars (5-9) 82-59 on Saturday. Morges-Saint-Prex made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 Villars turnovers. French Mansour Tall (204-1994) fired 25 points and 6 rebounds (made all of his seven free throws) for the winners. American center Larry Slaughter (203-1992, college: Montevallo) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds. Senegalese center Mansour Kasse (208-1992) produced 12 points and 6 rebounds and forward Nicolas Reghif (196-1989) added 13 points respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Morges-Saint-Prex have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Bernex. Villars lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with nine games lost. Morges-Saint-Prex will meet Levaux (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Villars will play against Wallabies and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Morges-Saint-Prex: M.Tall 25+6reb+3ast, S.Mobilia 17+3reb+1ast, L.Slaughter 16+8reb+2ast, V.Desponds 8+1reb+3ast, R.Luis 8+2reb+3ast, R.Diego 3+2reb+2ast Villars: N.Reghif 13+3reb+1ast, M.Kasse 12+6reb, A.Bach 7+6reb+2ast, V.Pretre 7+4reb+1ast, L.Perrottet 6+4reb+1ast, M.Manz 5+6reb+2ast Wallabies - GC Zurich 79-73 Very important is a road loss of third ranked GC Zurich (8-5) against eighth ranked Wallabies (6-8) on Saturday night. Visiting GC Zurich was defeated by Wallabies in a tough game in Kuesnacht-Erlenbach 73-79. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of GC Zurich. Wallabies forced 19 GC Zurich turnovers. GC Zurich was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Ryan Muhr (195-2002) nailed 19 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and American swingman Montrell Dixson (203-1998, college: Neosho Co.) accounted for 13 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Wallabies players scored in double figures. Forward Mario Gull (195-1998) came up with 18 points and 4 assists and Nicolas Hulliger (194-2001) added 8 points, 5 assists and 5 steals respectively for GC Zurich in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Wallabies maintains eighth place with 6-8 record. GC Zurich at the other side dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Wallabies will play against Villars (#9) on the road in the next round. GC Zurich will play against the league's leader Pully (#1) having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: Wallabies: M.Ryan 19+7reb+3ast, M.Kellenberger 18+1ast, C.Miller 14+3reb+2ast, M.Dixson 13+10reb+4ast, B.Michel 11+9reb, J.Domingos 4+5reb+2ast GC Zurich: M.Gull 18+1reb+4ast, N.Kljajic 11+4reb, L.Mikael 8+7reb+1ast, W.Nils 8+3reb+2ast, N.Hulliger 8+4reb+5ast, J.Erard 7+1ast Pully - Acad.Fribourg 68-43 NLB top team - Pully (13-0) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed seventh ranked Academie Fribourg (8-6) in Lausanne 68-43. Pully dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Academie Fribourg's 28. Pully forced 27 Academie Fribourg turnovers and outrebounded them 40-27 including 26 on the defensive glass. Portuguese forward Joao Grosso (196-1994) fired 13 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Point guard Jamal George (185-2002) chipped in 16 points and 5 steals. Serbian center Petar Tomic (208-2002) produced 13 points and guard Algan Theraulaz (186-2001) added 6 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Pully have an impressive series of thirteen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 13-0 record. Loser Academie Fribourg dropped to the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Winterthur and CNBS. Pully will meet GC Zurich (#4) on the road in the next round. Academie Fribourg will play against Winterthur and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Pully: G.Jamal 16+3reb+1ast, J.Grosso 13+5reb+2ast, Z.Crawford 12+3reb, N.Jeff 8+2reb, A.Hart 7+8reb+1ast, W.Julien 4+3reb Acad.Fribourg: T.Petar 13+4reb+1ast, A.Solca 10+1ast, T.Algan 6+6reb, T.Axel 5+2reb, S.Nelson 3+8reb, D.Crudo 2+1ast |
| New signing in Neuchatel - by Loan Suffia |
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Union Neuchatel Basket signs US guard Justin Roberts (182-PG-1998, college: Georgia St.) for the rest of the season. It is a comeback in Switzerland for the guard, who started the season with Fribourg Olympic as he played in SBL and in FIBA Europe Cup. He averaged 11.1 ppg, 1.5 rpg, 3.4 apg and 1.9 spg in 8 games in the domestic championship. In Europe, he averaged 6.7 ppg, 1.7 rpg, 4.3 apg and 1 spg in 6 games. He was released earlier this season as Fribourg did not make the next round in FIBA Europe Cup. He is a quick guard who can play at positions 2 and 1, and who can put pressure on the ball in defense but also very active on the offensive end. He will be replacing Nate West, who got injured earlier in January. He should be able to play this weekend as Union Neuchatel Basket will be facing Vevey Riviera Basket for the SBL Cup. |
| Union Lavaux Riviera Basket adds Champagnie to their roster - by Luca Maffioli | ||||
He is quite experienced player. Champagnie has played also professionally in Denmark (Copenhagen), Portugal (Povoa), Spain (Quintanar, Zornotza and Cantbasket), ABA (IE Invaders) and The Basketball Tournament (Las Vegas S). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team was regular season runner-up in Portuguese Proliga in 2020. He was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Swiss NLB Honorable Mention in 2022. Champagnie graduated from University of Tennessee Southern in 2013 and it is his tenth season as a professional player. |
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| NBL D1 Round 15: Thunder keep a leadership position - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Thunder as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Thunder defeated 6th ranked Riders in Worthing 93-84. Thunder forced 19 Riders turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international forward Orlan Jackman (201-1988, college: Okla City) who scored 21 points and 7 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Puerto Rican-American point guard David Moya (183-1998, college: Barry) chipped in 13 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists and 7 steals. Thunder'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 guard Elijah Bailey (190-1997, college: New Haven, agency: Green Sports Management) who recorded 23 points and 6 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Thunder have a solid series of three victories in a row. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Riders lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh place with seven games lost. They share the position with Essex R. and Nottingham H.. Riders will play next round against strong Storm trying to get back on the winning streak. Thunder will try to continue on its current victory against fourth ranked Rockets in Reading. Another exciting game was played in Nottingham between fifth ranked Rockets and 4th placed Hoods where Rockets (7-6) crushed Hoods (6-7) on the road with 19-point difference 93-74. It was a good game for American point guard Jermiah Jenkins (173, college: Bluefield) who led his team to a victory with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Troy Cracknell contributed with 16 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Joshua Guddemi (200-1994, college: New Haven) answered with 24 points and 8 rebounds for Hoods. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Rockets have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to fourth place. Hoods at the other side dropped to the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with Essex R. and Loughborough. Rockets will play against league's leader Thunder in Worthing in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Hoods will play on the road against Manchester Magic (#12) and hope to get back on the winning track. Bottom-ranked Warriors (0-11) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 72-58 loss to eighth ranked Kestrels (6-6) in Solent on Saturday evening. It was a great evening for Kai Walker who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 18 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Jacob Stanuel-Taitte with 20 points. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Kestrels have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Newcastle. Newly promoted Warriors still closes the standings with 11 games lost. Kestrels will meet Dragons (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Warriors will play against the league's second-placed Storm (#2) in Hemel and hope to get finally their first victory. In the last game of round 15 Newcastle defeated Bradford D. in a road game 85-79. Solent K. - Westminster W. 72-58 Bottom-ranked Warriors (0-11) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 72-58 loss to eighth ranked Kestrels (6-6) in Solent on Saturday evening. They dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Warriors' 22. They outrebounded Warriors 49-33 including a 31-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for forward Kai Walker (196) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 18 rebounds. American forward Justin Bessard (198-1997, college: Westmont) helped adding 25 points and 5 rebounds. Bessard is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Kestrels players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was guard Jacob Stanuel-Taitte (188-2002) with 20 points and forward Jonathan Johnson (191) scored 10 points and 9 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Kestrels have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Newcastle. Newly promoted Warriors still closes the standings with 11 games lost. Kestrels will meet Dragons (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Warriors will play against the league's second-placed Storm (#2) in Hemel and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Westminster W.: S.Jacob 20+4reb, J.Hitchman 12+4reb+2ast, J.Johnson 10+9reb+1ast, G.Jordan 5+5reb+5ast, K.Jardel 3+6reb, O.Sean 3+1reb+1ast Solent K.: J.Bessard 25+5reb+3ast, E.Poorman 17+10reb+3ast, W.Kai 14+18reb+2ast, A.Samuel 11+3reb+3ast, K.Martin 2+6reb+3ast, C.Jayden 2+1reb Bradford D. - Newcastle 79-85 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 10th ranked Dragons' (5-8) home loss to ninth ranked Knights (6-6) 79-85 on Saturday. Strangely Dragons outrebounded Knights 44-32 including 34 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for American guard Jordan May (190, college: CS Monterey) who led his team to a victory scoring 34 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Point guard Themba Yabantu (178-1999) helped adding 8 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. The best for the losing side was American Richard Fetske (203-1989, college: FDU-Florham) with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 16 rebounds and guard Jordan Whelan (193-1994, college: MNU) scored 20 points. Four Dragons players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Knights moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Solent K. Dragons lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with eight games lost. They share it with Thames Valley C.. Knights will meet BA Lions (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Dragons will play against Kestrels and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Bradford D.: J.Whelan 20+3reb+3ast, R.Fetske 15+16reb, D.Walsh 13+4reb+5ast, J.Williams 11+2ast, M.Savery-Richards 6+8reb+1ast, R.Sulcs 4+6reb+1ast Newcastle: J.May 34+5reb+4ast, K.Emmanuel 10+4reb+1ast, Y.Themba 8+5reb+6ast, T.George 8+2reb+1ast, C.Alexander 8+3reb+1ast, M.Joshua 8+8reb+3ast Nottingham H. - Reading R. 74-93 Another exciting game was played in Nottingham between fifth ranked Rockets and 4th placed Hoods where Rockets (7-6) crushed Hoods (6-7) on the road with 19-point difference 93-74. Rockets made 16-of-19 charity shots (84.2 percent) during the game. It was a good game for American point guard Jermiah Jenkins (173, college: Bluefield) who led his team to a victory with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. His fellow American import guard Troy Cracknell (193, college: Augusta, agency: Interperformances) contributed with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Four Rockets players scored in double figures. Joshua Guddemi (200-1994, college: New Haven) answered with 24 points and 8 rebounds and Lithuanian center Jacob Cirtautas (201-2002) added 10 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Hoods. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Rockets have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to fourth place. Hoods at the other side dropped to the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with Essex R. and Loughborough. Rockets will play against league's leader Thunder in Worthing in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Hoods will play on the road against Manchester Magic (#12) and hope to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Nottingham H.: J.Guddemi 24+8reb+2ast, R.Theo 11+4reb+1ast, C.Jacob 10+6reb, A.Moyo 9+5reb, S.Diogo 8+5reb+1ast, S.Hall 8+3reb+3ast Reading R.: J.Jenkins 26+5reb+4ast, J.Jordan 18+4reb, T.Cracknell 16+11reb+1ast, B.Dixon 13+3reb+1ast, R.Pinnock 8+5reb+6ast, L.Champion-Alleyne 8+1reb+2ast Worthing T. - Loughborough 93-84 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Thunder as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Thunder defeated 6th ranked Riders in Worthing 93-84. Thunder forced 19 Riders turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international forward Orlan Jackman (201-1988, college: Okla City) who scored 21 points and 7 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Puerto Rican-American point guard David Moya (183-1998, college: Barry) chipped in 13 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists and 7 steals. Thunder'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 guard Elijah Bailey (190-1997, college: New Haven, agency: Green Sports Management) who recorded 23 points and 6 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and naturalized German guard Justin Hedley (192-1996) added 17 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively. Five Thunder and four Riders players scored in double figures. Thunder have a solid series of three victories in a row. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Riders lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh place with seven games lost. They share the position with Essex R. and Nottingham H.. Riders will play next round against strong Storm trying to get back on the winning streak. Thunder will try to continue on its current victory against fourth ranked Rockets in Reading. Top scorers: Loughborough: E.Bailey 23+6reb+3ast, J.Hedley 17+6reb+5ast, J.Bielak 15+3reb+4ast, L.Rooney 11+3reb+2ast, H.Gamble 9+4reb+3ast, W.Ben 4+3reb Worthing T.: H.Abdul 22+3reb+1ast, O.Jackman 21+7reb+3ast, D.Moya 13+8reb+8ast, A.Arissol 13+4reb+2ast, R.Blain 11+9reb+8ast, B.Okoronkwo 7+1reb+3ast |
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| LUB Round 18: Urupan beat Hebraica by three after a very close game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 18 in the LUB took place in Montevideo. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of second-best Hebraica (11-7) to eleventh ranked Urupan (7-10) 83-80 on Friday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the home team. Urupan dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Hebraica's 30. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a good game for point guard Mateo Sarni (185-1998) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 assists and 5 steals. American forward Eric Ferguson (203-1989, college: Georgia South) contributed with 19 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. American power forward Franklin Hassell (203-1988, college: ODU) replied with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists for Hebraica. Hebraica's coach Leonardo Zylberstein rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Urupan have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Defensor and Urunday. Hebraica at the other side keeps the second position with seven games lost. Urupan is looking forward to face higher ranked Trouville (#7) in Montevideo in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Hebraica's supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Montevideo to the arena Nacional. Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Montevideo: Goes (#5) and L.Borges (#8). Goes (10-7) smashed visiting L.Borges (7-11) by 21 points 93-72. Guard Martin Osimani (194-1981, college: Duquesne, agency: Pro Sports) had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Nestor Colmenares chipped in 19 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was point guard Mauro Zubiaurre (189-1994) 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. Goes moved-up to third place. L.Borges lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the twelfth position with 11 games lost. Goes' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Montevideo to the arena Olimpia. Worth to mention about the upset in a game between Trouville (9-8) and Urunday (7-10), which took place in Montevideo. Higher ranked Trouville lost at home to eleventh ranked Urunday 82-89 on Thursday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Trouville. Tanksley Efianayi notched 24 points and 8 rebounds to lead the effort. Even a double-double of 24 points and 10 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) by Andres Ibarguen did not help to save the game for Trouville. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Urunday moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Defensor and Urupan. Loser Trouville keeps the sixth position with eight games lost. They share it with Nacional. Urunday's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Montevideo Aguada. In the last two games of round 18 bottom-ranked Olimpia was beaten by Defensor on the road 82-66. Aguada lost to Malvin on its own court 74-85. The most impressive performance of 18th round was 25 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists by Rohndell Goodwin of Malvin. Trouville - Urunday 82-89 Worth to mention about the upset in a game between Trouville (9-8) and Urunday (7-10), which took place in Montevideo. Higher ranked Trouville lost at home to eleventh ranked Urunday 82-89 on Thursday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Trouville. Urunday dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Trouville's 38. American-Nigerian swingman Tanksley Efianayi (198-1994, college: UCF) notched 24 points and 8 rebounds to lead the effort and guard Abel Agarbado (179-1993) supported him with 16 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Urunday players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 24 points and 10 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) by Colombian forward Andres Ibarguen (200-1996, college: Angelo St., agency: Helping Ballers) did not help to save the game for Trouville. American power forward Tavrion Dawson (202-1996, college: CSUN, agency: One Motive Sports) added 20 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Urunday moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Defensor and Urupan. Loser Trouville keeps the sixth position with eight games lost. They share it with Nacional. Urunday's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Montevideo Aguada. Top scorers: Trouville: A.Ibarguen 24+10reb+2ast, T.Dawson 20+6reb+2ast, D.Davis 13+7reb+6ast, F.Bavosi 8+4reb+4ast, S.Fernandez 8+4reb+3ast, C.Guillermo 6+2reb Urunday: T.Efianayi 24+8reb+2ast, A.Agarbado 16+9reb+5ast, N.Catala 13+2reb+1ast, M.Trelles 12+4reb+3ast, H.Passos 12+12reb, D.Delgado 6+2reb Defensor - Olimpia 82-66 The game between closely ranked teams ended with twelfth ranked Defensor's (7-10) home victory over bottom-ranked Olimpia (5-12) in Montevideo 82-66 on Friday. Defensor dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Olimpia's 36. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Olimpia's players. American forward Dion Wright (201-1993, college: St.Bonaventure, agency: Inception Sports) notched 22 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and American-Jamaican Quintrell Thomas (203-1990, college: UNLV) supported him with 19 points and 9 rebounds. Four Defensor players scored in double figures. Even 31 points and 7 rebounds by American point guard Marcus Thomas (191-1995, college: Rosemont) did not help to save the game for Olimpia. Naturalized Spanish guard Gustavo Barrera (194-1985) added 4 points and 5 rebounds. Olimpia's coach German Fernandez tested eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Defensor have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Urunday and Urupan. Olimpia lost third consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 12 games lost. Defensor's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Montevideo to the arena Penarol. Top scorers: Olimpia: M.Thomas 31+7reb+3ast, E.Batista 8+3reb, N.Joaquin 8+1ast, J.Viana 5, O.Ashaolu 4+5reb+2ast, G.Barrera 4+5reb+3ast Defensor: D.Wright 22+8reb+4ast, Q.Thomas 19+9reb+2ast, S.Ottonello 13+6reb+4ast, M.Cabot 10+2reb+7ast, S.Massa 9+2reb, F.Terra 6+4reb+5ast Goes - L.Borges 93-72 Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Montevideo: Goes (#5) and L.Borges (#8). Goes (10-7) smashed visiting L.Borges (7-11) by 21 points 93-72. Goes made 16-of-20 charity shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Goes outrebounded L.Borges 38-25 including 29 on the defensive glass. Guard Martin Osimani (194-1981, college: Duquesne, agency: Pro Sports) had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Venezuelan center Nestor Colmenares (200-1987, college: Campbellsville, agency: Pro Sports) chipped in 19 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was point guard Mauro Zubiaurre (189-1994) with 18 points and American Akia Pruitt (203-1997, college: UNCP) scored 11 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Four L.Borges 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. Goes moved-up to third place. L.Borges lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the twelfth position with 11 games lost. Goes' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Montevideo to the arena Olimpia. Top scorers: L.Borges: M.Zubiaurre 18+3reb+1ast, A.Federico 15+2reb+2ast, L.Morales 13+4ast, A.Pruitt 11+7reb+4ast, R.Glenn 9+5reb, G.Semiglia 3+1ast Goes: N.Colmenares 19+5reb+3ast, B.Emiliano 15+4reb+1ast, M.Osimani 14+7reb+10ast, S.Sosa 12+2reb+1ast, I.Xavier 9+5reb+2ast, W.Graterol 8+8reb+1ast Hebraica - Urupan 80-83 The most exciting game of round 18 in the LUB took place in Montevideo. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of second-best Hebraica (11-7) to eleventh ranked Urupan (7-10) 83-80 on Friday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the home team. Urupan dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Hebraica's 30. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a good game for point guard Mateo Sarni (185-1998) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 assists and 5 steals. American forward Eric Ferguson (203-1989, college: Georgia South) contributed with 19 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. American power forward Franklin Hassell (203-1988, college: ODU) replied with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and American-Dominican guard Adonys Henriquez (201-1994, college: St.Louis) added 21 points in the effort for Hebraica. Five Urupan and four Hebraica players scored in double figures. Hebraica's coach Leonardo Zylberstein rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Urupan have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Defensor and Urunday. Hebraica at the other side keeps the second position with seven games lost. Urupan is looking forward to face higher ranked Trouville (#7) in Montevideo in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Hebraica's supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Montevideo to the arena Nacional. Top scorers: Hebraica: A.Henriquez 21+4reb+3ast, F.Hassell 17+12reb+4ast, B.Garcia 15+5reb+1ast, J.Ducasse 14+4reb+1ast, F.Haller 7+7reb+2ast, L.Parodi 6+2reb+5ast Urupan: E.Ferguson 19+9reb+3ast, M.Sarni 17+4reb+11ast, H.Caceres 12+4reb, F.Martinez 12+2reb+4ast, Z.Riauka 10+8reb+1ast, D.Robinson 9+1reb+1ast Aguada - Malvin 74-85 There was an upset when higher ranked Aguada (10-8) lost to tenth ranked Malvin (8-10) in Montevideo 74-85 on Saturday. Malvin dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Aguada's 38. American guard Rohndell Goodwin (195-1991, college: Chaminade, agency: Players Group) notched 25 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and the other American import Daniel Hamilton (201-1995, college: UConn) supported him with 14 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Malvin players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 13 points and 13 rebounds by Dominican center Eloy Vargas (211-1988, college: Kentucky, agency: BIG) did not help to save the game for Aguada. American forward Anthony Young (200-1989, college: KWC) added 22 points. Malvin moved-up to eighth place. Loser Aguada keeps the fourth position with eight games lost. Malvin's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Montevideo Bigua. Top scorers: Aguada: A.Young 22+2reb+1ast, E.Vargas 13+13reb+3ast, L.Cerminato 12+7reb+4ast, L.Planells 8+3reb, J.Santiso 8+3reb+3ast, A.Zuvich 6+2reb Malvin: R.Goodwin 25+6reb+5ast, I.Aska 18+4reb+3ast, D.Hamilton 14+11reb+4ast, K.Wachsmann 12+3reb+2ast, G.Silvarrey 10+1reb+4ast, M.Souberbielle 4+2reb |
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| Shved number one in VTB United League for round 22 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 34-year old player got a double-double of 24 points and 16 assists, while his team crushed Zenit (#3, 16-6) with 20-point margin 100-80. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed CSKA to consolidate first place in the VTB United League. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. It's already very far into the season and CSKA keeps a perfect 22-0 record. In the team's last game Shved had a remarkable six three-pointers out of 13 attempts. It's his second year at CSKA and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Alexey Shved has solid league stats. He is in league's top in points (3rd best: 17.0ppg), assists (2nd best: 7.7apg) and averages impressive 62.8% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young American Angelo Warner (188-PG-1992) of Enisey. Warner had a very good evening with 27 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Bad luck as Enisey lost that game 75-88 to slightly higher-ranked Parma-Pari (#8, 9-13). Enisey is still second from the bottom in the standings. 16 lost games are too many comparing to just six victories Enisey managed to get this year. Warner is a newcomer at Enisey, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was American guard Jermaine Love (190-G-1989) of N.Novgorod (#4). Love scored 17 points and passed four assists. He was a key player of N.Novgorod, leading his team to a 88-55 easy win against MBA Moscow (13-9). N.Novgorod needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 13 victories and 9 lost games. Love has a very solid season. In 19 games in VTB United League he scored 14.4ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Casper Ware (178-PG-1990) of CSKA - 27 points 5. Tylor Ongwae (201-F-1991) of Parma-Pari - 25 points and 3 rebounds 6. Jaylen Barford (191-G-1996) of Lokomotiv - 17 points and 5 rebounds 7. Devaughn Akoon-Purcell (196-G/F-1993) of Lokomotiv - 17 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Dejan Davidovac (202-SF-1995) of CSKA - 18 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Nikola Milutinov (213-C-1994) of CSKA - 10 points and 8 rebounds 10. Malik Newman (190-G-1997) of Avtodor - 20 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| D1 Round 7: Les Foxes defeat Hatis in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. Third-ranked Hatis (2-4) gave a tough game to first ranked Les Foxes (7-1) in Yerevan on Tuesday. The visitors managed to secure only two-point victory 62-60. However their fans expected easier game. Les Foxes forced 27 Hatis turnovers. It was a great evening for swingman Natalya Nersisyan (173-2005) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds. U.S. Virgin Islands guard Akeema Richards (170-1991, college: Delaware) helped adding 15 points, 16 rebounds, 6 assists and 6 steals. At the losing side guard Seda Gabrielyan (167-2007) responded with 16 points and 9 rebounds. Les Foxes have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with 7-1 record. Hatis lost third consecutive game. They keep the third position with four games lost. Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Yerevan: Les Foxes (#1) and Yerevan (#2). Les Foxes (7-1) won against visiting Yerevan (4-4) 78-65. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Yerevan. It was an exceptional evening for U.S. Virgin Islands guard Akeema Richards (170-1991, college: Delaware) who led the winners and scored 22 points and 6 rebounds. Lusine Titanyan accounted for 12 points and 7 rebounds. Les Foxes' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American guard Lillian Brown (175-1998, college: NKU) came up with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists for Yerevan in the defeat. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Les Foxes. They maintain first place with 7-1 record. Defending champion Yerevan keeps the second position with four games lost. Very significant was Yerevan's (#2, 4-4) victory against 4th placed Gyumri (1-5) 79-73. Shelle Daniels fired a double-double by scoring 20 points, 25 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Emoni Washington produced a double-double by scoring 23 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists and 7 steals for lost side. Defending champion maintains second place with 4-4 record having just three points less than leader Les Foxes. Gyumri at the other side stay at the bottom position with five games lost. The most impressive stats of the last round was 18 points and 16 rebounds by Lusine Sedrakyan of Yerevan.
Hatis - Les Foxes 60-62 Third-ranked Hatis (2-4) gave a tough game to first ranked Les Foxes (7-1) in Yerevan on Tuesday. The visitors managed to secure only two-point victory 62-60. However their fans expected easier game. Les Foxes forced 27 Hatis turnovers. It was a great evening for swingman Natalya Nersisyan (173-2005) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds. U.S. Virgin Islands guard Akeema Richards (170-1991, college: Delaware) helped adding 15 points, 16 rebounds, 6 assists and 6 steals. Richards is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the losing side guard Seda Gabrielyan (167-2007) responded with 16 points and 9 rebounds and American guard Nyra Williams (165-1998, college: VCU) scored 14 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists. Les Foxes have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with 7-1 record. Hatis lost third consecutive game. They keep the third position with four games lost. Top scorers: Les Foxes: N.Natalya 23+13reb+2ast, A.Richards 15+16reb+6ast, T.Lusine 10+3reb+1ast, L.Melkonyan 5+1ast, V.Mariam 3+3reb, K.Janna 2+4reb+2ast Hatis: G.Seda 16+9reb+3ast, N.Williams 14+5reb+9ast, N.Gyokchyan 14+13reb, H.Sofya 9+11reb, M.Astghik 7+3reb, K.Elen 0+2reb Yerevan - Gyumri 79-73 Very significant was Yerevan's (#2, 4-4) victory against 4th placed Gyumri (1-5) 79-73. Yerevan had a 44-29 advantage in offensive rebounds. American Shelle Daniels (180, college: Tuskegee) fired a double-double by scoring 20 points, 25 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Lusine Sedrakyan chipped in a double-double by scoring 21 points and 19 rebounds. American forward Emoni Washington (173-1998, college: Camp-Harrodsburg) produced a double-double by scoring 23 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists and 7 steals and guard Rima Manukyan (170) added 12 points and 16 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Yerevan and four Gyumri players scored in double figures. Defending champion maintains second place with 4-4 record having just three points less than leader Les Foxes. Gyumri at the other side stay at the bottom position with five games lost. Top scorers: Yerevan: S.Lusine 21+19reb+2ast, S.Daniels 20+25reb+4ast, L.Brown 15+13reb+8ast, S.Diana 13+3reb+4ast, E.Shahinyan 10+2reb+1ast, G.Anna 0 Gyumri: E.Washington 23+12reb+4ast, A.Tehmine 18+5reb+2ast, J.Lindsey 15+9reb+3ast, M.Rima 12+16reb, G.Meline 3+3reb+2ast, T.Hermine 2+2reb Les Foxes - Yerevan 78-65 Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Yerevan: Les Foxes (#1) and Yerevan (#2). Les Foxes (7-1) won against visiting Yerevan (4-4) 78-65. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Yerevan. Les Foxes dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Yerevan's 42. Les Foxes forced 26 Yerevan turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for U.S. Virgin Islands guard Akeema Richards (170-1991, college: Delaware) who led the winners and scored 22 points and 6 rebounds. Swingman Lusine Titanyan (168-2003) accounted for 12 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side. Worth to mention Richards played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. Les Foxes' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American guard Lillian Brown (175-1998, college: NKU) came up with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists and Lusine Sedrakyan added 18 points and 16 rebounds respectively for Yerevan in the defeat. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Les Foxes. They maintain first place with 7-1 record. Defending champion Yerevan keeps the second position with four games lost. Top scorers: Les Foxes: A.Richards 22+6reb+3ast, T.Lusine 12+7reb+2ast, K.Janna 11+6reb+4ast, L.Melkonyan 8+3reb+2ast, A.Hayarpi 7+3reb+1ast, N.Natalya 7+9reb Yerevan: L.Brown 23+11reb+8ast, S.Lusine 18+16reb+3ast, G.Anna 14+6reb, S.Diana 7+3reb+5ast, E.Shahinyan 3+6reb, G.Mariam 0 |
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| WNBL Round 11: Boomers are defeated by Bendigo Spirit - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Boomers (11-3) in Melbourne on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by third ranked Bendigo Spirit (11-4) 81-76. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Boomers. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. It was a great evening for the former international swingman Anneli Maley (187-1998, college: TCU) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international guard Kelly Wilson (170-1984) helped adding 19 points. The former international center Cayla George (193-1989) responded with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 13 rebounds. Bendigo Spirit have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Southside. Defending champion Boomers still keep top position with three games lost. Bendigo Spirit is looking forward to face Perth Lynx (#5) at home in the next round. Boomers will play against Perth Lynx (#5) and are hoping to win this game. The game in Sydney was also worth to mention about. Second ranked Southside Flyers (11-4) played at the court of 6th ranked Sydney Flames (4-11). Southside Flyers managed to secure a 5-point victory 96-91. It was an exceptional evening for the former international power forward Lauren Jackson (196-1981) who led the winners and scored 30 points and 5 rebounds. Maddison Rocci accounted for 18 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. The former international point guard Tiana Mangakahia (168-1995, college: Syracuse) came up with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists for Sydney Flames in the defeat. Southside Flyers maintains second place with 11-4 record having just one point less than leader Melbourne, which they share with Bendigo. Sydney Flames lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Adelaide. Southside Flyers will play against Adelaide Lightning (#6) on the road in the next round. Sydney Flames will play against Townsville Fire and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game in Sydney was also quite interesting. Fifth ranked Perth Lynx (7-5) played at the court of 6th ranked Sydney Flames (4-11). Perth Lynx did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 87-68 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Lauren Scherf who had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists. Perth Lynx's coach Ryan Petrik used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Keely Froling produced a double-double by scoring 22 points and 13 rebounds for the hosts. Perth Lynx have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain fifth place with 7-5 record. Sydney Flames lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Adelaide. Perth Lynx will meet at home higher ranked Townsville Fire (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sydney Flames will play against Townsville Fire and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 11: bottom-ranked Canberra lost to Bendigo on the opponent's court 74-86. Townsville outscored Adelaide in a home game 92-63. Southside managed to beat Canberra on the road 97-81.
Sydney - Southside 91-96 The game in Sydney was also worth to mention about. Second ranked Southside Flyers (11-4) played at the court of 6th ranked Sydney Flames (4-11). Southside Flyers managed to secure a 5-point victory 96-91. Southside Flyers players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. It was an exceptional evening for the former international power forward Lauren Jackson (196-1981) who led the winners and scored 30 points and 5 rebounds. The former international point guard Maddison Rocci (169-1998) accounted for 18 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists for the winning side. The former international point guard Tiana Mangakahia (168-1995, college: Syracuse) came up with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists and American center Hannah Sjerven (190, college: S.Dakota, agency: LBM Management) added 16 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Sydney Flames in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Southside Flyers maintains second place with 11-4 record having just one point less than leader Melbourne, which they share with Bendigo. Sydney Flames lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Adelaide. Southside Flyers will play against Adelaide Lightning (#6) on the road in the next round. Sydney Flames will play against Townsville Fire and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Sydney: T.Mangakahia 26+5reb+8ast, J.Willoughby 18+3reb+5ast, H.Sjerven 16+7reb+3ast, K.Froling 16+9reb, V.Panousis 8+1reb+8ast, K.Rowe 7 Southside: L.Jackson 30+5reb+1ast, M.Rocci 18+5reb+7ast, K.Thornton 16+8reb+2ast, R.Cole 10+1reb+4ast, S.Blicavs 8+8reb+1ast, P.Nyadiew 7+1reb+1ast Bendigo - Canberra 86-74 Very expected game when 8th ranked Canberra Capitals (1-15) were defeated on the road by third ranked Bendigo Spirit (11-4) 86-74 on Thursday. Bendigo Spirit outrebounded Canberra Capitals 47-25 including a 33-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international swingman Anneli Maley (187-1998, college: TCU) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists. Forward Megan McKay (190-1997, college: St.Mary's, CA) chipped in 20 points and 8 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Bendigo Spirit's coach Kennedy Kereama used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international swingman Jade Melbourne (176-2002, college: Arizona St.) produced 9 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists and American swingman Rae Burrell (185-2000, college: Tennessee) added 17 points respectively for the guests. Five Bendigo Spirit and four Canberra Capitals players scored in double figures. Bendigo Spirit have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Southside. Canberra Capitals lost third consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. Bendigo Spirit will meet at home Perth Lynx (#5) in the next round. Canberra Capitals will play against Townsville Fire and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Canberra: R.Burrell 17+4reb+1ast, N.Munger 15+4reb+1ast, S.Swain 10+3reb+4ast, C.Tugliach 10+3ast, J.Melbourne 9+10reb+7ast, R.Pizzey 6+4reb Bendigo: M.McKay 20+8reb, A.Wilson 18+5reb+5ast, A.Maley 18+12reb+5ast, A.Wehrung 15+2reb+1ast, A.Froling 13+6reb+1ast, C.McLean 2+4reb+1ast Townsville - Adelaide 92-63 Rather predictable result when fourth ranked Townsville Fire (8-4) smashed at home 6th ranked Adelaide Lightning (4-11) 92-63 on Friday. Townsville Fire dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Adelaide Lightning's 32. Townsville Fire looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Tianna Hawkins (191-1991, college: Maryland, agency: LBM Management) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds. British-American swingman Karlie Samuelson (183-1995, college: Stanford) chipped in 29 points. The former international swingman Stephanie Talbot (188-1994) produced 13 points and 8 rebounds and the former international guard Lauren Mansfield (170-1989, college: Iowa St.) added 13 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. Townsville Fire have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 8-4 record. Adelaide Lightning lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Sydney. Townsville Fire will meet Perth Lynx (#5) on the road in the next round. Adelaide Lightning will play against the league's second-placed Southside Flyers and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Adelaide: S.Talbot 13+8reb+2ast, L.Mansfield 13+2reb+1ast, B.Isabel 11+2reb+2ast, J.Monroe 8+5reb+3ast, C.Brook 6+3ast, M.Whittle 5+2reb+1ast Townsville: K.Samuelson 29+2reb+2ast, T.Hawkins 21+12reb+1ast, L.Nicholson 15+4reb+5ast, C.Woods 9+1reb+7ast, Z.Aokuso 9+1reb, L.McSpadden 4+3reb Sydney - Perth 68-87 The game in Sydney was also quite interesting. Fifth ranked Perth Lynx (7-5) played at the court of 6th ranked Sydney Flames (4-11). Perth Lynx did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 87-68 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was the former international power forward Lauren Scherf (196-1996) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists. The former international guard Samantha Whitcomb (178-1988, college: Washington) chipped in 19 points and 7 assists. Five Perth Lynx players scored in double figures. Perth Lynx's coach Ryan Petrik used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international forward Keely Froling (188-1996, college: SMU) produced a double-double by scoring 22 points and 13 rebounds and American forward Jocelyn Willoughby (183-1998, college: Virginia, agency: LBM Management) added 18 points respectively for the hosts. Perth Lynx have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain fifth place with 7-5 record. Sydney Flames lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Adelaide. Perth Lynx will meet at home higher ranked Townsville Fire (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sydney Flames will play against Townsville Fire and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Sydney: K.Froling 22+13reb+2ast, J.Willoughby 18+4reb+2ast, H.Sjerven 7+8reb+1ast, K.Rowe 5, E.Clarke 5+5reb+1ast, V.Panousis 4+3reb+3ast Perth: S.Whitcomb 19+3reb+7ast, A.Sharp 17+8reb+2ast, L.Scherf 14+13reb+5ast, C.Bibby 14+2reb, R.Ryan 10+8reb+4ast, A.Atwell 9+7reb Canberra - Southside 81-97 Not a big story in a game when 8th ranked Canberra Capitals (1-15) were defeated at home by second ranked Southside Flyers (11-4) 97-81 on Saturday. Southside Flyers made 18-of-19 free shots (94.7 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Canberra Capitals' players. The best player for the winners was American forward Kayla Thornton (185-1992, college: UTEP) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds and 7 assists. The former international point guard Maddison Rocci (169-1998) chipped in 22 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists (was perfect 10-for-10 from the free throw line !!!). American guard Nicole Munger (180-1997, college: Michigan) produced 12 points and 7 rebounds and the other American import swingman Rae Burrell (185-2000, college: Tennessee) added 13 points respectively for the hosts. Five Southside Flyers and four Canberra Capitals players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Southside Flyers maintains second place with 11-4 record having just one point less than leader Melbourne, which they share with Bendigo. Canberra Capitals lost their third game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. Southside Flyers will meet Adelaide Lightning (#6) on the road in the next round. Canberra Capitals will play against Townsville Fire and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Canberra: S.Swain 14+2reb+1ast, R.Burrell 13+4reb+1ast, N.Munger 12+7reb, B.Smart 10+3reb+1ast, J.Melbourne 9+3reb+2ast, E.Tonks 8+1reb+4ast Southside: M.Rocci 22+8reb+7ast, K.Thornton 22+13reb+7ast, S.Blicavs 17+1reb+1ast, P.Nyadiew 11+4reb+5ast, L.Jackson 10+3reb+2ast, R.Cole 8+2reb+3ast Melbourne - Bendigo 76-81 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Boomers (11-3) in Melbourne on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by third ranked Bendigo Spirit (11-4) 81-76. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Boomers. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. It was a great evening for the former international swingman Anneli Maley (187-1998, college: TCU) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international guard Kelly Wilson (170-1984) helped adding 19 points. The former international center Cayla George (193-1989) responded with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 13 rebounds and American point guard Tiffany Mitchell (175-1994, college: S.Carolina) scored 20 points and 6 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Bendigo Spirit have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Southside. Defending champion Boomers still keep top position with three games lost. Bendigo Spirit is looking forward to face Perth Lynx (#5) at home in the next round. Boomers will play against Perth Lynx (#5) and are hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Melbourne: C.George 24+13reb+2ast, T.Mitchell 20+6reb+2ast, O.Nelson-Ododa 10+4reb+2ast, M.Goodchild 10+2reb+1ast, K.Wallace 7+3reb+11ast, P.Davidson 4+1reb+2ast Bendigo: K.Wilson 19+2reb+3ast, A.Maley 17+12reb+4ast, A.Wehrung 15+2reb+4ast, A.Wilson 10+5reb+7ast, T.Lavey 9+2reb, A.Froling 9+3reb |
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University-of-California strengthened their roster with addition of 17-year old Australian forward Lulu Laditan (5'10''-2005). She was a member of Australian U17 National Team last year. |
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| BDSL Round 11: Vienna United edge DBB LZ OOE by three points - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most exciting game of round 11 in the BDSL took place in Vienna. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 5th ranked DBB LZ OOE (4-6) to eighth ranked Vienna United (1-9) 58-55 on Sunday evening. The hosts started the game with a very strong first quarter 17-6. But DBB LZ OOE won second period 18-17. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Vienna United dominated on the defensive end, holding DBB LZ OOE to just 6 points in first quarter. They also forced 20 DBB LZ OOE turnovers. The best player for the winners was Ukrainian guard Ninel Merkotun (-2004) who scored 20 points. Center Antonia Reissner (189-1999) chipped in 5 points and 12 rebounds. Vienna United's coach Vedran Schuch used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Forward Lara Mendl (170-2003) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds for the guests. Vienna United left bottom position moving up to seventh place, which they share with KOS. DBB LZ OOE at the other side keeps the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Timberwolves. Vienna United is looking forward to face KOS (#7) in Celovec in the next round. DBB LZ OOE will play at home against Flames and it may be a tough game between close rivals. An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Klosterneuburg. Leader BK Duchess faced 4th placed Flames. Host BK Duchess (9-0) smashed guests from Vienna (5-5) 99-54. The former international guard Lisa Zderadicka (168-1994, college: FGCU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 24 points and 4 assists. Michaela Wildbacher contributed with 17 points and 4 steals (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. Bulgarian power forward Zlatka Madankova (185-2002) answered with 16 points and 5 rebounds for Flames. 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 BK Duchess have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 9-0 record. Flames at the other side keep the fourth position with five games lost. BK Duchess will play against Timberwolves (#6) in Vienna in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Flames will play on the road against DBB LZ OOE in Linz and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game in Celovec supposed to be also quite interesting. Second ranked UBI Graz (8-2) played at the court of 7th ranked KOS (1-9). UBI Graz smashed KOS 88-52 on Saturday. It was a great evening for Camilla Neumann who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 41 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds. Monika Ristic responded with 12 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for UBI Graz. They maintain second place with 8-2 record behind leader BK Duchess. KOS lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the seventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Vienna United. UBI Graz's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Graz to the arena DBBC Graz. In the last game of round 11 DBBC Graz defeated Timberwolves in a road game 61-51. The best stats of 11th round was 4 points and 11 rebounds by Theresa Stejskal of Vienna United.
KOS - UBI Graz 52-88 The game in Celovec supposed to be also quite interesting. Second ranked UBI Graz (8-2) played at the court of 7th ranked KOS (1-9). UBI Graz smashed KOS 88-52 on Saturday. The game without a history. UBI Graz led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to KOS's 20 and made 24-of-31 free shots (77.4 percent) during the game. UBI Graz forced 19 KOS turnovers and outrebounded them 58-29 including a 26-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by KOS's players. It was a great evening for the former international forward Camilla Neumann (182-1994) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 41 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds. Johanna Maresch (181-1994) helped adding 12 points and 17 rebounds. Italian guard Monika Ristic (162-2003) responded with 12 points and Slovenian guard Lana Santelj (182-2001) scored 8 points and 5 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for UBI Graz. They maintain second place with 8-2 record behind leader BK Duchess. KOS lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the seventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Vienna United. UBI Graz's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Graz to the arena DBBC Graz. Top scorers: KOS: R.Monika 12+3reb+2ast, P.Patricia 10+1reb, R.Antonia 10+4reb+2ast, L.Santelj 8+5reb+3ast, S.Alina 5+9reb+1ast, T.Johanna 4+1reb+1ast UBI Graz: C.Neumann 41+14reb+1ast, J.Maresch 12+17reb, P.Ida 8, O.Fastova 8+6reb+4ast, S.Schwarzinger 8+4reb+6ast, N.Cic 7+5reb+5ast BK Duchess - Basket Flames 99-54 An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Klosterneuburg. Leader BK Duchess faced 4th placed Flames. Host BK Duchess (9-0) smashed guests from Vienna (5-5) 99-54. The game without a history. BK Duchess led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They made 18-of-23 charity shots (78.3 percent) during the game. BK Duchess forced 27 Flames turnovers and outrebounded them 40-28 including a 31-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. The former international guard Lisa Zderadicka (168-1994, college: FGCU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 24 points and 4 assists. The former international guard Michaela Wildbacher (172-1998) contributed with 17 points and 4 steals (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. Five BK Duchess players scored in double figures. Bulgarian power forward Zlatka Madankova (185-2002) answered with 16 points and 5 rebounds and Montenegrin center Agatija Vukicevic (194-2003) added 6 points and 12 rebounds in the effort for Flames. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. BK Duchess have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 9-0 record. Flames at the other side keep the fourth position with five games lost. BK Duchess will play against Timberwolves (#6) in Vienna in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Flames will play on the road against DBB LZ OOE in Linz and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Basket Flames: M.Zlatka 16+5reb+2ast, S.Popp 10+2reb+2ast, R.Franziska 7+1reb+1ast, V.Agatija 6+12reb, V.Grigorova 5+2reb+1ast, J.Derkits 4+2reb+1ast BK Duchess: L.Zderadicka 24+4reb+4ast, H.Sina 18+6reb, M.Wildbacher 17+4reb+3ast, S.Winkler 10+4reb+1ast, S.Schicher 10+7reb+2ast, L.Horvath 6+6reb+2ast Timberwolves - DBBC Graz 51-61 There was no surprise in Vienna where 6th ranked Timberwolves (4-6) were defeated by third ranked DBBC Graz (7-2) 61-51 on Saturday. Timberwolves were tied after three quarters but could not keep up in the last quarter eventually losing the game. It was a great evening for the former international Annika Neumann (176-1996) who led her team to a victory scoring 16 points and 5 rebounds. The former international forward Nina Krisper (179-2001) helped adding 15 points and 6 rebounds. Guard Antonia Dumancic (174-2001) responded with 13 points and Spanish forward Cristina Ninon (180-2002) scored 6 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for DBBC Graz. They maintain third place with 7-2 record having just two points less than leader BK Duchess. Loser Timberwolves dropped to the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with DBB LZ OOE. DBBC Graz's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Graz UBI Graz. Top scorers: Timberwolves: V.Mraulak 13+2reb, D.Antonia 13+3reb+3ast, I.Ilic 9+4reb+2ast, N.Cristina 6+8reb+2ast, E.Mira 5+5reb+1ast, F.Melanie 3+4reb+1ast DBBC Graz: A.Neumann 16+5reb+3ast, N.Krisper 15+6reb+1ast, M.Ajla 7+6reb, S.Kuzma 6+5reb+5ast, S.Dierry 5+4reb, E.Nizamic 5+5reb+2ast Vienna United - DBB LZ OOE 58-55 The most exciting game of round 11 in the BDSL took place in Vienna. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 5th ranked DBB LZ OOE (4-6) to eighth ranked Vienna United (1-9) 58-55 on Sunday evening. The hosts started the game with a very strong first quarter 17-6. But DBB LZ OOE won second period 18-17. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Vienna United dominated on the defensive end, holding DBB LZ OOE to just 6 points in first quarter. They also forced 20 DBB LZ OOE turnovers. The best player for the winners was Ukrainian guard Ninel Merkotun (-2004) who scored 20 points. Center Antonia Reissner (189-1999) chipped in 5 points and 12 rebounds. Vienna United's coach Vedran Schuch used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Forward Lara Mendl (170-2003) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and guard Lisa Ganhor (167-2001) added 11 points respectively for the guests. Vienna United left bottom position moving up to seventh place, which they share with KOS. DBB LZ OOE at the other side keeps the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Timberwolves. Vienna United is looking forward to face KOS (#7) in Celovec in the next round. DBB LZ OOE will play at home against Flames and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: DBB LZ OOE: M.Lara 14+11reb, G.Lisa 11+2reb+2ast, M.Valentina 10+2reb, S.Magdalena 7+2reb, A.Sonja 5+7reb+1ast, C.Luciana 3+6reb Vienna United: M.Ninel 20+2reb, B.Klara 10+7reb, D.Alona 9+2reb+1ast, A.Reissner 5+12reb+1ast, B.Oryna 4+4reb, A.Mouzhan 4+1reb |
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| Premier League Round 17: Gorizont lose to Olimpia - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Coincidentally all hosts won their games. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. There was a change at the Premier League leadership position after last games. Round 17 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Gorizont (14-2). They were crushed by third ranked Olimpia (13-2) 86-67 on Saturday night. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Gorizont. Olimpia looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The former international point guard Katsiaryna Novik (179-2005) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners and center Palina Damianiak (190-2005) chipped in 13 points and 8 rebounds. Olimpia's coach Viktoryia Datsun used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international center Anastasiya Verameyenka (195-1987) responded with 18 points and 9 rebounds. Olimpia have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain third place with 13-2 record behind leader BC Minsk. Defending champion Gorizont still keeps top position with two games lost. They were joined at the leadership position by BC Minsk who have the same record. Gorizont will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest and make it back to the top of the standings. Olimpia will try to continue on its current victory against eighth ranked RGUOR in Minsk. The game had a very big importance for second-ranked BC Minsk as it allowed them to take a leadership position after previous leader's (Gorizont) loss. BC Minsk smashed 8th ranked RGUOR at home 85-37. Center Yana Makutsa (196-2004) nailed 24 points for the winning side and Katsiaryna Karpuk accounted for 13 points. Daria Kulik (-2008) came up with 7 points and 6 assists for RGUOR 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. BC Minsk (14-2) 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 Gorizont. RGUOR lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the seventh place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Brest. RGUOR will play next round against strong Olimpia trying to get back on the winning streak. BC Minsk will try to continue on its current victory against seventh ranked Brest at home. In the last two games of round 17 bottom-ranked Gorizont 2 lost to Gomel on the opponent's court 66-80. Victoria outscored Brest in a home game 94-60. The most impressive stats of the last round was 24 points, 10 assists and 7 steals by Karina Kurstak of Victoria.
Gomel - Gorizont 2 80-66 Very expected game when 9th ranked Gorizont 2 (1-15) was defeated on the road by fifth ranked Gomel (8-8) 80-66. Gomel players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Gorizont 2's players. Forward Valeria Petrova (171-2006) nailed 17 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side and swingman Yana Paraschenko (177-2005) accounted for 13 points and 8 rebounds. Alisa Borschevskaya came up with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds and guard Alisa Liskova (167-2006) added 17 points (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) respectively for Gorizont 2 in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Gomel maintains fifth place with 8-8 record. Gorizont 2 lost eleventh consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. Gomel will play against higher ranked BDU Tsmoki (#4) in Minsk in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Gorizont 2 will play at home against Victoria (#6) to get more than just one victory in their record. Top scorers: Gomel: P.Valeria 17+5reb+3ast, P.Yana 13+8reb+1ast, K.Ilona 11+2reb+4ast, D.Elena 8+2reb+2ast, B.Verevka 7+1reb+3ast, V.Hromik 7+5reb+4ast Gorizont 2: B.Alisa 23+10reb+1ast, L.Alisa 17+4reb, A.Vlasiuk 6+4reb+5ast, R.Anastasiya 5+5reb+2ast, K.Anastasia 5+7reb+2ast, P.Ksenia 4+3reb Olimpia - Gorizont 86-67 There was a change at the Premier League leadership position after last games. Round 17 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Gorizont (14-2). They were crushed by third ranked Olimpia (13-2) 86-67 on Saturday night. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Gorizont. Olimpia looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The former international point guard Katsiaryna Novik (179-2005) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners and center Palina Damianiak (190-2005) chipped in 13 points and 8 rebounds. Five Olimpia players scored in double figures. Olimpia's coach Viktoryia Datsun used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international center Anastasiya Verameyenka (195-1987) responded with 18 points and 9 rebounds and swingman Ekaterina Yalchik (173-2000) scored 16 points. Olimpia have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain third place with 13-2 record behind leader BC Minsk. Defending champion Gorizont still keeps top position with two games lost. They were joined at the leadership position by BC Minsk who have the same record. Gorizont will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest and make it back to the top of the standings. Olimpia will try to continue on its current victory against eighth ranked RGUOR in Minsk. Top scorers: Olimpia: H.Lapo 15+4reb+1ast, N.Katsiaryna 15+10reb+7ast, D.Palina 13+8reb, S.Elizaveta 13+5reb+2ast, Y.Iahnovets 12+2reb+1ast, N.Nadzezhka 7+4reb+1ast Gorizont: A.Verameyenka 18+9reb+2ast, E.Yalchik 16+4reb, K.Palina 13+2reb, Y.Vasilevich 8+3reb+6ast, V.Ziuzkova 5+2reb+3ast, A.Nuzhnaya 4+6reb+3ast BC Minsk - RGUOR 85-37 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked BC Minsk as it allowed them to take a leadership position after previous leader's (Gorizont) loss. BC Minsk smashed 8th ranked RGUOR at home 85-37. BC Minsk dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to RGUOR's 24. BC Minsk forced 25 RGUOR turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 29 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by RGUOR's players. Center Yana Makutsa (196-2004) nailed 24 points for the winning side and forward Katsiaryna Karpuk (185-1999) accounted for 13 points. Daria Kulik (-2008) came up with 7 points and 6 assists and Anastasia Selivon (-2007) added 7 points respectively for RGUOR 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. BC Minsk (14-2) 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 Gorizont. RGUOR lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the seventh place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Brest. RGUOR will play next round against strong Olimpia trying to get back on the winning streak. BC Minsk will try to continue on its current victory against seventh ranked Brest at home. Top scorers: BC Minsk: M.Yana 24+4reb+1ast, K.Karpuk 13+4reb+1ast, D.Mahalias 9+4ast, V.Palina 8+2reb+1ast, I.Viana 8+1reb+4ast, Y.Stsiapanava 8+6reb+2ast RGUOR: K.Daria 7+2reb+6ast, C.Anastasia 7+2reb+1ast, S.Anastasia 7+3reb+2ast, T.Alesya 4+6reb, K.Bozhena 2+5reb+1ast, D.Darya 2+3reb Victoria - Brest 94-60 The game between closely ranked teams ended with sixth ranked Victoria's (7-9) home victory over 7th ranked Brest (3-13) 94-60. Victoria forced 29 Brest turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 29 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by Brest's players. Guard Karina Kurstak (170-2005) nailed a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 assists and 7 steals for the winning side and Ksenia Gulida (-2006) accounted for 26 points and 6 steals. Four Victoria players scored in double figures. Forward Anastasia Babak (180-2002) came up with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 16 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and Lyudmila Karinchuk (173-1995) added 6 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for Brest in the defeat. Victoria maintains sixth place with 7-9 record. Brest at the other side keeps the seventh position with 13 games lost. They share it with RGUOR. Victoria will play against bottom-ranked Gorizont 2 (#9) in Minsk in the next round. Brest will play on the road against the league's leader BC Minsk and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Victoria: G.Ksenia 26+3reb+3ast, K.Karina 24+3reb+10ast, K.Ksenia 16+2reb+5ast, T.Elizabeth 14+12reb+6ast, L.Maria 9+10reb+3ast, T.Daria 4+7reb+2ast Brest: A.Babak 19+16reb+4ast, A.Kuratnik 14+3ast, A.Golovchiner 14+1reb+2ast, L.Karinchuk 6+14reb+6ast, S.Anastasia 4+4reb+1ast, K.Ekatarina 2+5reb |
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| Orka tabs Anet Mrdalj - by Zeljko Zule | ||||
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| Results of Round 4 of Egyptian Super League for Women 2022-2023 - by Abdul Hamid Addasi |
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Following are the results of Round 4 of Egyptian Super League for Women 2022-2023 that took place on 10-1 and 12-1 2023 Places 1-8 10/1/2023Al Ahly x NBEC90-51 11/1/2023Al Gezira x Al Zamalek62-33 11/1/2023Somouha x Al Ittihad77-74 12/1/2023Sporting x El Tayaran78-54 Places 9-16 10/1/2023Heliopolis x Nasr80-60 11/1/2023Shooting x Al Zohour SC55-28 11/1/2023Misr Insurance x October64-50 11/1/2023El Shams x El Ward75-58 |
| Results of Round 5 of Egyptian Super League for Women 2022-2023 - by Abdul Hamid Addasi |
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Following are the results of Round 5 of Egyptian Super League for Women 2022-2023 that took place on 14-1 2023 Places 1-8 14/1/2023Al Gezira x Al Ahly65-91 14/1/2023Al Zamalek x Sporting43-85 14/1/2023NBEC x Somouha71-82 14/1/2023Al Ittihad x El Tayaran84-76 Places 9-16 14/1/2023October x Heliopolis53-97 14/1/2023Al Zohour SC x El Shams66-73 14/1/2023El Ward x Nasr70-63 14/1/2023Misr Insurance x Shooting71-54 |
| Results of Round 6 of Egyptian Super League for Women 2022-2023 - by Abdul Hamid Addasi |
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Following are the results of Round 6 of Egyptian Super League for Women 2022-2023 that took place on 17-1 2023 Places 1-8 17/1/2023Somouha x Al Ahly78-94 17/1/2023Sporting x Al Gezira80-79 17/1/2023El Tayaran x NBEC60-58 17/1/2023Al Zamalek x Al Ittihad39-84 Places 9-16 17/1/2023El Shams x Shooting65-50 17/1/2023Heliopolis xMisr Insurance77-94 17/1/2023October x El Ward56-60 17/1/2023Nasr x Al Zohour SC41-53 |
| Results of Round 7 of Egyptian Super League for Women 2022-2023 - by Abdul Hamid Addasi |
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Following are the results of Round 7of Egyptian Super League for Women 2022-2023 that took place between 20-1 and 22-1 2023 Places 1-8 22/1/2023Al Zamalek x NBEC64-86 21/1/2023Al Ahly x Sporting81-79 21/1/2023Al Ittihad x Al Gezira69-78 20/1/2023Somouha x El Tayaran67-51 Places 9-16 21/1/2023Nasr x El Shams53-65 21/1/2023Shooting x Heliopolis59-71 21/1/2023Al Zohour SC x October55-28 21/1/2023El Ward x Misr Insurance72-83 |
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Host teams show no mercy winning all games. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. Round in EWBL means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in Klaipeda where host Lithuanian Neptunas (3-3) beat league's leader Latvian TTT Riga (2-4) 89-83 on Saturday evening. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Neptunas forced 19 TTT Riga turnovers. 26 personal fouls committed by TTT Riga helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Point guard Dalia Donskichyte (169-2000) fired 30 points and 6 assists for the winners. Lithuanian point guard Agne Cerneckyte (173-1996) chipped in 12 points and 4 assists. Forward Gunta Basko-Melnbarde (182-1980, college: Siena) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists for lost side. TTT Riga's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Neptunas maintains first position with 3-3 record. TTT Riga lost third consecutive game. Defending Latvian champion dropped to the second place with four games lost. They share the position with RSU and Siauliai. They were replaced at the leadership position by Polonia W-wa. TTT Riga will play next round against strong RSU trying to make it back to the top of the standings. It will be a derby game for which supporters look forward to, where their team will face at home their local rival from Riga - RSU. Neptunas will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked SBS Ostrava on the road. The game in Riga was also worth to mention about. 4th ranked Czech SBS Ostrava (2-5) played at the court of fifth ranked Latvian RSU (2-4). RSU did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 78-61. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Mara Mote (178-2000, college: Arizona) who helped to win the game recording 24 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Luize Septe contributed with 13 points, 11 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 blocks for the winners. American power forward Anacia Wilkinson (188-1997, college: Tenn Tech) replied with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 11 rebounds and 4 blocks for SBS Ostrava. SBS Ostrava's coach tested ten players seeing no chance for a win. RSU moved-up to second place, which they share with TTT Riga and Siauliai. SBS Ostrava lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth position with five games lost. RSU's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Riga to the arena TTT Riga.
RSU - SBS Ostrava 78-61 The game in Riga was also worth to mention about. 4th ranked Czech SBS Ostrava (2-5) played at the court of fifth ranked Latvian RSU (2-4). RSU did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 78-61. It was a key game for the second position in the league. RSU outrebounded SBS Ostrava 53-32 including a 21-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. RSU brought some defensive toughness making 9 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Mara Mote (178-2000, college: Arizona) who helped to win the game recording 24 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Forward Luize Septe (180-1999, college: S.Florida) contributed with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 11 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 blocks for the winners. American power forward Anacia Wilkinson (188-1997, college: Tenn Tech) replied with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 11 rebounds and 4 blocks and Eliska Kubickova (174-2003) added 11 points in the effort for SBS Ostrava. SBS Ostrava's coach tested ten players seeing no chance for a win. RSU moved-up to second place, which they share with TTT Riga and Siauliai. SBS Ostrava lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth position with five games lost. RSU's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Riga to the arena TTT Riga. Top scorers: RSU: M.Mote 24+5reb+5ast, O.Evelina 13+13reb, L.Septe 13+11reb+7ast, O.Katrina 8+8reb+1ast, V.Enija 6+6reb+9ast, U.Steinharde 6+2reb SBS Ostrava: A.Wilkinson 24+11reb+3ast, K.Eliska 11+2reb+3ast, A.Smutna 10+2reb+2ast, B.Alena 6+1reb+1ast, N.Raskova 4+6reb+5ast, T.Motycakova 3+7reb+3ast Neptunas - TTT Riga 89-83 Round in EWBL means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in Klaipeda where host Lithuanian Neptunas (3-3) beat league's leader Latvian TTT Riga (2-4) 89-83 on Saturday evening. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Neptunas forced 19 TTT Riga turnovers. 26 personal fouls committed by TTT Riga helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Point guard Dalia Donskichyte (169-2000) fired 30 points and 6 assists for the winners. Lithuanian point guard Agne Cerneckyte (173-1996) chipped in 12 points and 4 assists. Forward Gunta Basko-Melnbarde (182-1980, college: Siena) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists and forward Kate Karlina Kreslina (184-1996, college: Fordham) added 22 points, 6 assists and 4 steals respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. TTT Riga's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Neptunas maintains first position with 3-3 record. TTT Riga lost third consecutive game. Defending Latvian champion dropped to the second place with four games lost. They share the position with RSU and Siauliai. They were replaced at the leadership position by Polonia W-wa. TTT Riga will play next round against strong RSU trying to make it back to the top of the standings. It will be a derby game for which supporters look forward to, where their team will face at home their local rival from Riga - RSU. Neptunas will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked SBS Ostrava on the road. Top scorers: Neptunas: D.Donskichyte 30+1reb+6ast, A.Cerneckyte 12+4reb+4ast, L.Tamutyte 11+3reb+2ast, L.Ndoli 11+6reb, D.Uliana 7+4reb, V.Balaban 7+6reb+3ast TTT Riga: K.Karlina Kreslina 22+6ast, G.Basko-Melnbarde 18+11reb+6ast, E.Kosla 17+4reb+2ast, I.Jakobsone 11+5reb+7ast, M.Miscenko 6+13reb+2ast, V.Jasa 5+2reb |
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| Korisliiga Round 18: Tapiolan Honka is defeated by Espoo Team in a derby game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Espoo: Espoo Team (#2) and Tapiolan Honka (#3). Tapiolan Honka was defeated at home 82-93 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Tapiolan Honka. Tapiolan Honka was trailing by 9 points at halftime but managed to get 1-point lead after three quarters before a 25-13 charge of Espoo Team, which allowed them to win the game. They dominated down low during the game scoring 72 of its points in the paint compared to Tapiolan Honka's 38. Espoo Team forced 21 Tapiolan Honka turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. American power forward Carmen Tyson-Thomas (175-1991, college: Syracuse) had a double-double by scoring 32 points, 11 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import guard Sierra Moore (180-1994, college: Penn St.) chipped in 27 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Madelynn Utti (181-1998, college: LBSU) with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 16 rebounds, 9 assists and 6 steals. Espoo Team maintains second position with 14-4 record having just two points less than leader PeKa. Tapiolan Honka at the other side keeps the third place with seven games lost. Korisliiga top team - Peli-Karhut (16-2) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed ninth ranked Marsky Helsinki (5-13) in Kotka 85-59. U.S. Virgin Islands-American swingman Natalie Day (182-1990, college: Portland) notched 22 points and 7 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and Roosa Kosonen supported her with 15 points and 13 rebounds. Even 22 points by the former international guard Kati Ollilainen (173-2003) did not help to save the game for Marsky Helsinki. Marsky Helsinki's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Peli-Karhut have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 16-2 record. Marsky Helsinki lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with 13 games lost. Bottom-ranked Catz Lappeenranta (0-18) is still winless. This time they lost on the road their 18th consecutive match to seventh ranked Vimpelin Veto (8-10) 96-74 on Saturday evening. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was Kristina King who had a double-double by scoring 26 points and 12 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Terri Battle who recorded a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field). Vimpelin Veto maintains seventh position with 8-10 record. Loser Catz Lappeenranta still closes the standings. In the last two games of round 18 ToPo destroyed Pyrinto on the opponent's court 83-64. FoA outscored Kouvot in a home game 97-74. The most impressive stats of the last round was 19 points, 11 rebounds and 4 blocks by Bre Gunnels of FoA.
PeKa - HBA-Marsky 85-59 Korisliiga top team - Peli-Karhut (16-2) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed ninth ranked Marsky Helsinki (5-13) in Kotka 85-59. The game was mostly controlled by Peli-Karhut. Marsky Helsinki was better in second period 23-22. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Peli-Karhut dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Marsky Helsinki's 32. They outrebounded Marsky Helsinki 43-25 including a 34-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Peli-Karhut players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Marsky Helsinki's players. U.S. Virgin Islands-American swingman Natalie Day (182-1990, college: Portland) notched 22 points and 7 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and forward Roosa Kosonen (183-2000) supported her with 15 points and 13 rebounds. Four Peli-Karhut players scored in double figures. Even 22 points by the former international guard Kati Ollilainen (173-2003) did not help to save the game for Marsky Helsinki. Forward Fiia Hellsten (183-2005) added 12 points. Marsky Helsinki's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Peli-Karhut have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 16-2 record. Marsky Helsinki lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with 13 games lost. Top scorers: PeKa: N.Day 22+7reb+1ast, L.Lehtoranta 15+6reb+6ast, R.Kosonen 15+13reb+1ast, R.Lehtoranta 12+2reb+3ast, L.Vehka-Aho 10+2reb+5ast, R.Timbilla 9+12reb+5ast HBA-Marsky: O.Kati 22+3reb+2ast, H.Fiia 12+4reb+1ast, A.Elina 12+2reb, S.Albina 9+7reb, S.Verna 4+1reb, A.Esther 0+2reb ViVe - Catz 96-74 Bottom-ranked Catz Lappeenranta (0-18) is still winless. This time they lost on the road their 18th consecutive match to seventh ranked Vimpelin Veto (8-10) 96-74 on Saturday evening. The game without a history. Vimpelin Veto led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Vimpelin Veto made 7 blocks. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was power forward Kristina King (190-1995, college: WVU) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points and 12 rebounds. Guard Tynice Martin (180-1997, college: WVU) chipped in 20 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists and 5 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was center Terri Battle (188-1999, college: Tampa) who recorded a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) and guard Sydni Tears (183, college: Talladega) added 20 points and 10 rebounds respectively. Vimpelin Veto maintains seventh position with 8-10 record. Loser Catz Lappeenranta still closes the standings. Top scorers: ViVe: K.King 26+12reb+3ast, T.Martin 20+8reb+8ast, A.Wittinger 20+6reb+1ast, R.Kujala 9+3reb+6ast, T.Anttonen 7+2reb+1ast, A.Kujala 7+4ast Catz: T.Battle 26+11reb, S.Tears 20+10reb+2ast, R.Farrington 18+7reb+5ast, E.Heikkila 8+3reb+2ast, K.Noora 2+1ast, S.Behm 0+2reb+3ast Honka - Espoo Team 82-93 The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Espoo: Espoo Team (#2) and Tapiolan Honka (#3). Tapiolan Honka was defeated at home 82-93 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Tapiolan Honka. Tapiolan Honka was trailing by 9 points at halftime but managed to get 1-point lead after three quarters before a 25-13 charge of Espoo Team, which allowed them to win the game. They dominated down low during the game scoring 72 of its points in the paint compared to Tapiolan Honka's 38. Espoo Team forced 21 Tapiolan Honka turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. American power forward Carmen Tyson-Thomas (175-1991, college: Syracuse) had a double-double by scoring 32 points, 11 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import guard Sierra Moore (180-1994, college: Penn St.) chipped in 27 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Madelynn Utti (181-1998, college: LBSU) with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 16 rebounds, 9 assists and 6 steals and guard Marianne Maattanen (170-2004) scored 14 points and 7 rebounds. Four Tapiolan Honka players scored in double figures. Espoo Team maintains second position with 14-4 record having just two points less than leader PeKa. Tapiolan Honka at the other side keeps the third place with seven games lost. Top scorers: Espoo Team: C.Tyson-Thomas 32+11reb+8ast, S.Moore 27+15reb+6ast, M.Kiia 9+3reb, M.Venla 8+5reb+2ast, O.Nicole 6+7reb, E.Salovaara 6+1reb+4ast Honka: M.Utti 24+16reb+9ast, C.Walker 14+2reb+4ast, M.Marianne 14+7reb+3ast, R.Emma 12+5reb, S.Karsten 6+1reb+2ast, A.Anttila 6+3reb+3ast Pyrinto - ToPo 64-83 There was a minor upset when one of their biggest challengers Tampereen Pyrinto (10-8) was crushed at home by sixth ranked Torpan Pojat (10-8) 83-64 on Saturday. The game without a history. Torpan Pojat led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Torpan Pojat outrebounded Tampereen Pyrinto 43-31 including 34 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Torpan Pojat made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was American forward Iimari Thomas (178-2000, college: UCLA) who had a double-double by scoring 39 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds. Guard Meri Kanerva (171-2004) chipped in 15 points and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was New Zealand guard Tera Reed (183-1998, college: USC) who recorded a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds and American guard Reili Richardson (180-1998, college: Arizona St.) added 16 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Tampereen Pyrinto's coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Torpan Pojat moved-up to fourth place, which they share with FoA and Pyrinto. Top scorers: ToPo: I.Thomas 39+11reb+2ast, K.Meri 15+4reb+5ast, T.Tuukkanen 8+9reb+4ast, M.Damoiseaux 6+5reb+3ast, M.Agyei 4+1reb+1ast, E.Pekonen 4+2reb+2ast Pyrinto: R.Richardson 16+8reb+1ast, E.Jarvinen 12+2reb+3ast, T.Reed 12+10reb+3ast, A.Annika 8, I.Keski-Saari 6+3reb+1ast, E.Salminen 4+4reb+5ast FoA - Kouvot 97-74 Rather predictable result when fifth ranked Forssan Alku (10-8) smashed at home 8th ranked Kouvottaret (6-12) 97-74 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Forssan Alku. Kouvottaret managed to win second period 17-16. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Forssan Alku looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Caterrion Thompson (180-1998, college: MSU) who scored 23 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. The other American import forward Bre Gunnels (185-1999, college: UNI, agency: DC Sports) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 4 blocks. Four Forssan Alku players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American swingman Tierra Hodges (175-1998, college: Furman) who recorded 21 points and 9 rebounds and point guard Roosa Frimodig (166-1991) added 10 points and 9 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. Forssan Alku moved-up to fourth place, which they share with ToPo and Pyrinto. Loser Kouvottaret keeps the eighth position with 12 games lost. Top scorers: FoA: C.Thompson 23+7reb+7ast, B.Gunnels 19+11reb+2ast, J.Vega 16+4reb+8ast, S.Viita 14+4reb+3ast, N.Lindstrom 8+1reb, K.Mimmi 7+5reb+1ast Kouvot: T.Hodges 21+9reb, R.Frimodig 10+3reb+9ast, N.McDonald 8+9reb, R.Johanna 7+4ast, V.Henriikka 7+1reb, H.Essia 6+1reb+1ast |
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The game in Mont de Marsan was quite interesting. Fourth ranked Lyon (8-2) played at the court of 8th ranked Landes (3-7). Lyon did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 76-58 on Sunday. Lyon had a 29-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international power forward Alexia Chartereau (189-1998) who helped to win the game recording 20 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Belgian point guard Julie Allemand (173-1996, agency: LBM Management) contributed with 12 points and 8 assists for the winners. Spanish center Laura Gil (190-1992) replied with 12 points and 5 rebounds for Landes. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lyon keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Landes lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Hainaut and Angers. Lyon is looking forward to face Bretagne (#11) in Pleyber-Christ in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Landes will play on the road against Hainaut in Saint-Amand and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game in La Roche supposed to be also worth to mention about. Second ranked Villeneuve (8-2) played at the court of 5th ranked Roche (6-4). Villeneuve did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 81-61. American guard Kennedy Burke (185-1997, college: UCLA) scored 22 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and Janelle Salaun chipped in 12 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side Spanish point guard Ana Suarez (170-1987) responded with 13 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Roche's coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Villeneuve have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Roche at the other side keeps the fifth place with four games lost. Villeneuve will play against Tarbes (#7) at home in the next round where they are favorite. Roche will play against Angers and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game between 12th ranked Toulouse (2-8) and second ranked Villeneuve (8-2) in Toulouse on Saturday ended with biggest points difference. Guests from Villeneuve outscored Toulouse 78-55. Kamiah Smalls notched 19 points and 6 assists to lead the effort. Even 19 points and 9 rebounds by Aminata Gueye did not help to save the game for Toulouse. Villeneuve have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Toulouse lost eighth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay at the bottom place with eight games lost. They share the position with Bretagne. Villeneuve will meet at home Tarbes (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Toulouse will play against Flammes (#6) in Charleville and hope to secure a win. Other games in round 10 were not that significant. Flammes beat Angers on the road 73-63. Roche destroyed Tarbes on its own court 91-70. Hainaut unfortunately lost to BLMA in Montpellier 76-80. Bretagne lost to defending champion Bourges at home 73-83.
Angers - Flammes 63-73 No shocking result in a game when sixth ranked Flammes (5-5) beat on the road 9th ranked Angers (3-7) 73-63 on Saturday. Flammes dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Angers' 24. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Serbian center Nikolina Milic (191-1994) notched 24 points and 9 rebounds to lead the effort and American-Guyanese forward Brianna Fraser (190-1997, college: Maryland) supported her with 20 points and 10 rebounds. Even 17 points and 7 assists by American point guard Alexis Peterson (173-1995, college: Syracuse) did not help to save the game for Angers. Her fellow American import swingman Jasmine Bailey (176-1990, college: UIC) added 14 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Flammes maintains sixth position with 5-5 record. Loser Angers dropped to the eighth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Hainaut and Landes. Flammes will meet at home bottom-ranked Toulouse (#12) in the next round where they are favorite. Angers will play against Roche (#5) in La Roche and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Angers: A.Peterson 17+4reb+7ast, J.Bailey 14+5reb+2ast, I.Jakubcova 12+5reb+1ast, L.Leila 9+1reb+2ast, J.Cornelie-Sigmundova 5+8reb+2ast, K.Elenga 4+4reb Flammes: N.Milic 24+9reb+1ast, B.Fraser 20+10reb, S.Colley 10+5reb+6ast, E.Engstler 7+5reb+1ast, S.Chevaugeon 6+3reb+6ast, A.Bouderra 6+5reb+7ast Roche - Tarbes 91-70 Rather expected game when 7th ranked Tarbes (4-6) was smashed by fifth ranked Roche (6-4) in La Roche 91-70 on Saturday. Roche dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Tarbes' 34. They outrebounded Tarbes 37-26 including a 32-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Roche especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 61.5 percentage. American forward Kaleena Mosqueda-Lewis (180-1993, college: UConn) notched 24 points and 4 assists (perfect from downtown making all six shots !!!) to lead the effort and American-Jamaican forward Tiffany Clarke (183-1991, college: Vanderbilt) supported her with 17 points and 6 rebounds. Five Roche players scored in double figures. Roche's coach felt very confident using 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 19 points and 6 rebounds by the former international center Isabelle Yacoubou (190-1986) did not help to save the game for Tarbes. Carla Leite (-2004) added 14 points for lost side. Roche maintains fifth position with 6-4 record. Loser Tarbes keeps the seventh place with six games lost. Roche will meet at home Angers (#9) in the next round. Tarbes will play against the league's leader Villeneuve and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Tarbes: I.Yacoubou 19+6reb, L.Carla 14+3reb+3ast, A.Tadic 9+6reb+4ast, M.Foppossi 7+3reb+2ast, M.Pardon 7+5reb, Y.Ewodo 6+1reb+4ast Roche: K.Mosqueda-Lewis 24+4reb+4ast, T.Clarke 17+6reb+2ast, T.Pouye 15+4reb, L.Geiselsoeder 12+5reb+2ast, C.Franchelin 11+3reb+3ast, O.Monpierre 4+6reb+3ast Toulouse - Villeneuve 55-78 The game between 12th ranked Toulouse (2-8) and second ranked Villeneuve (8-2) in Toulouse on Saturday ended with biggest points difference. Guests from Villeneuve outscored Toulouse 78-55. American guard Kamiah Smalls (178-1998, college: JMU) notched 19 points and 6 assists to lead the effort and the other American import guard Kennedy Burke (185-1997, college: UCLA) supported her with 15 points and 7 rebounds. Four Villeneuve players scored in double figures. Even 19 points and 9 rebounds by center Aminata Gueye (193-2002) did not help to save the game for Toulouse. American point guard Kyra Lambert (175-1996, college: Texas) added 12 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Villeneuve have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Toulouse lost eighth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay at the bottom place with eight games lost. They share the position with Bretagne. Villeneuve will meet at home Tarbes (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Toulouse will play against Flammes (#6) in Charleville and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Toulouse: G.Aminata 19+9reb+1ast, K.Lambert 12+7reb+1ast, J.Belleka 8+3reb+3ast, M.de Freitas 7+2reb+2ast, N.Brochant 6+2reb+3ast, I.Strunc 3+2reb+2ast Villeneuve: K.Smalls 19+3reb+6ast, K.Burke 15+7reb, K.Diaby 13+5reb, H.Ben-Abdelkader 11+2reb+3ast, J.Salaun 9+9reb+3ast, C.Diallo 6+2reb+1ast BLMA - Hainaut 80-76 Very predictable result when third ranked BLMA (8-2) won against 10th ranked Hainaut (3-7) in Montpellier 80-76 on Friday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. BLMA outrebounded Hainaut 37-22 including 25 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The former international power forward Marieme Badiane (190-1994, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) notched 19 points and 8 rebounds to lead the effort and Belgian center Kyara Linskens (193-1996, agency: LBM Management) supported her with 16 points and 7 rebounds. Even 20 points and 8 rebounds (made all of her twelve free throws !!!) by American-Nigerian power forward Oderah Chidom (193-1995, college: Duke) did not help to save the game for Hainaut. The former international point guard Hortense Limouzin (165-1998, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) added 9 points, 6 rebounds, 11 assists and 5 steals for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. BLMA have an impressive five-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Hainaut dropped to the eighth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Landes and Angers. BLMA will meet league's second-placed Bourges on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Hainaut will play against Landes (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Hainaut: O.Chidom 20+8reb+2ast, P.Lithard 14+5ast, M.Armant 14+2reb, N.Kucowski 11+2reb+1ast, H.Limouzin 9+6reb+11ast, I.Slonjsak 4+3reb+4ast BLMA: M.Badiane 19+8reb+2ast, K.Linskens 16+7reb, H.Peters 16+5reb+2ast, J.Vanloo 10+10ast, R.Garance 7+6reb, M.Toure 7+6reb+2ast Bretagne - Bourges 73-83 Not a big story in a game when 11th ranked Bretagne (2-8) lost to third ranked Bourges (8-2) in Pleyber-Christ 73-83 on Saturday. Bourges made 19-of-21 free shots (90.5 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Canadian center Kayla Alexander (193-1991, college: Syracuse) notched 22 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort and Latvian center Anete Steinberga (190-1990, college: UTEP) supported her with 20 points and 5 rebounds. Four Bourges players scored in double figures. Even 19 points and 9 rebounds by American center Jaisa Nunn (190-1997, college: N.Mexico) did not help to save the game for Bretagne. Her fellow American import guard Rennia Davis (188-1999, college: Tennessee) added 17 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Bourges have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Bretagne keeps the eleventh place with eight games lost. They share the position with Toulouse. Bourges will meet at home BLMA (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Bretagne will play against Lyon (#4) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Bretagne: J.Nunn 19+9reb, R.Davis 17+6reb+2ast, A.Ngo Ndjock 9+8reb+5ast, M.Simmons 8+4reb+2ast, L.Dongue 8+3reb, S.Macquet 4+2reb Bourges: K.Alexander 22+7reb+1ast, A.Steinberga 20+5reb+3ast, Y.Anderson 11+4reb+7ast, A.Duchet 10+2reb+1ast, S.Michel 8+6reb+4ast, A.Pauline 7+1reb+2ast Landes - Lyon 58-76 The game in Mont de Marsan was quite interesting. Fourth ranked Lyon (8-2) played at the court of 8th ranked Landes (3-7). Lyon did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 76-58 on Sunday. Lyon had a 29-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international power forward Alexia Chartereau (189-1998) who helped to win the game recording 20 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Belgian point guard Julie Allemand (173-1996, agency: LBM Management) contributed with 12 points and 8 assists for the winners. Four Lyon players scored in double figures. Spanish center Laura Gil (190-1992) replied with 12 points and 5 rebounds and Swedish power forward Regan Magarity (190-1996, college: Virginia Tech) added 8 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Landes. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lyon keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Landes lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Hainaut and Angers. Lyon is looking forward to face Bretagne (#11) in Pleyber-Christ in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Landes will play on the road against Hainaut in Saint-Amand and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Landes: L.Gil 12+5reb+1ast, K.Mann 12+3reb+1ast, M.Fauthoux 8+1reb+3ast, K.Chery 8+4reb+1ast, R.Magarity 8+8reb+1ast, M.Paget 4+3reb+5ast Lyon: A.Chartereau 20+3reb+1ast, H.Ciak 15+3reb, J.Allemand 12+2reb+8ast, G.Williams 11+7reb+3ast, M.Johannes 8+3reb+6ast, S.Gruda 5+8reb+2ast Round 8Roche - Villeneuve 61-81The game in La Roche supposed to be also worth to mention about. Second ranked Villeneuve (8-2) played at the court of 5th ranked Roche (6-4). Villeneuve did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 81-61. Villeneuve forced 21 Roche turnovers. American guard Kennedy Burke (185-1997, college: UCLA) scored 22 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and the former international forward Janelle Salaun (186-2001) chipped in 12 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side Spanish point guard Ana Suarez (170-1987) responded with 13 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and American-Jamaican forward Tiffany Clarke (183-1991, college: Vanderbilt) scored 13 points and 9 rebounds. Four Roche players scored in double figures. Roche's coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Villeneuve have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Roche at the other side keeps the fifth place with four games lost. Villeneuve will play against Tarbes (#7) at home in the next round where they are favorite. Roche will play against Angers and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Roche: A.Suarez 13+6reb+7ast, T.Clarke 13+9reb+1ast, T.Pouye 10+7reb, L.Geiselsoeder 10+8reb+3ast, C.Franchelin 7+3reb+2ast, O.Monpierre 4+2reb Villeneuve: K.Burke 22+5reb+4ast, H.Ben-Abdelkader 14+2reb+1ast, J.Salaun 12+11reb+2ast, C.Diallo 8+1reb+2ast, H.Maia 8+7reb+2ast, K.Smalls 7+4reb+3ast |
| LF2 Round 12: Feytiat is defeated by Chartres - 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 Feytiat between second ranked Feytiat (8-4) and fourth ranked Chartres (8-4) on Saturday night. Feytiat was defeated by Chartres in a tough game at home 65-70. Chartres made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Feytiat turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American-Nigerian forward Nicole Enabosi (183-1997, college: Delaware) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds and point guard Elise Marie (164-1995) who added 8 points, 7 assists and 4 steals during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Alexa Middleton (175-1995, college: Iowa St.) with 24 points. Chartres have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Feytiat. Chartres is looking forward to face Montbrison (#4) at home in the next round. Feytiat will play against La Tronche and is hoping to win this game. Montbrison (#4) was upset in Montbrison by eighth ranked Champagne 82-76. Champagne (6-6) moved-up to seventh place, which they share with La Tronche. Montbrison at the other side keeps the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with SIG and Monaco. Champagne will play against league's leader Charnay in Charnay-les-Macon in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Montbrison will play on the road against Chartres and it may be a tough game between close rivals. LF2 top team - Charnay (10-2) added another victory to their record on Saturday. This time they beat fifth ranked Monaco (7-5) in Charnay-les-Macon 63-55. The best player for the winners was Elyah Kiavi who scored 20 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Ashunae Durant who recorded 12 points and 9 rebounds. Charnay have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 10-2 record. Newly promoted Monaco dropped to the fourth place with five games lost. They share the position with Montbrison and SIG. Charnay will meet Champagne (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Monaco will play against SIG and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 12: Aulnoye was destroyed by SIG on the opponent's court 70-41. Mondeville outscored CFBB in a home game 74-50. La Tronche recorded a loss to Calais on the road 84-78. The most impressive stats of the last round was 18 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists by Aurore Pautou of La Tronche.
Feytiat - Chartres 65-70 The most important game in the last round took place in Feytiat between second ranked Feytiat (8-4) and fourth ranked Chartres (8-4) on Saturday night. Feytiat was defeated by Chartres in a tough game at home 65-70. Chartres made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Feytiat turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American-Nigerian forward Nicole Enabosi (183-1997, college: Delaware) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds and point guard Elise Marie (164-1995) who added 8 points, 7 assists and 4 steals during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Alexa Middleton (175-1995, college: Iowa St.) with 24 points and forward Emily Prugnieres (184-1997) scored 12 points. Chartres have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Feytiat. Chartres is looking forward to face Montbrison (#4) at home in the next round. Feytiat will play against La Tronche and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Chartres: N.Enabosi 20+12reb, E.Peytour-Raison 10+2reb, M.Debaut 10+2reb+4ast, E.Marie 8+3reb+7ast, M.Niang 7+1reb, S.Elenga 6+5reb+1ast Feytiat: A.Middleton 24+2reb+2ast, E.Prugnieres 12+4reb+1ast, J.Soulard 10+2reb+2ast, Z.Tiphaine 6+2reb+3ast, M.Amali 4+9reb+2ast, O.Robin 4+5reb Montbrison - Champagne 76-82 Montbrison (#4) was upset in Montbrison by eighth ranked Champagne 82-76. Champagne (6-6) moved-up to seventh place, which they share with La Tronche. Montbrison at the other side keeps the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with SIG and Monaco. Champagne will play against league's leader Charnay in Charnay-les-Macon in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Montbrison will play on the road against Chartres and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Charnay - Monaco 63-55 LF2 top team - Charnay (10-2) added another victory to their record on Saturday. This time they beat fifth ranked Monaco (7-5) in Charnay-les-Macon 63-55. They outrebounded Monaco 48-27 including a 35-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was guard Elyah Kiavi (174-2003) who scored 20 points. Mali center Kankou Coulibaly (187-1990, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) chipped in 7 points and 10 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Ashunae Durant (178, college: Hofstra) who recorded 12 points and 9 rebounds and guard Fatoumata Toure (171-2004) added 10 points respectively. Charnay have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 10-2 record. Newly promoted Monaco dropped to the fourth place with five games lost. They share the position with Montbrison and SIG. Charnay will meet Champagne (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Monaco will play against SIG and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Charnay: K.Elyah 20+1reb+1ast, C.Chabrier 9+6reb+4ast, A.Toi 8+1reb, M.Djaldi-Tabdi 7+6reb+3ast, K.Coulibaly 7+10reb+2ast, J.Muzet 5+7reb+1ast Monaco: A.Durant 12+9reb+2ast, D.Kimsy 11+2ast, T.Fatoumata 10+4reb+1ast, J.Chandler 6+3reb, A.Dreano-Trecant 6+4reb+2ast, H.Marti 4+1reb SIG - Aulnoye 70-41 Rather expected game in llkirch-Graff. where 9th ranked Aulnoye (5-7) was crushed by seventh ranked SIG (7-5) 70-41 on Saturday. SIG held Aulnoye to an opponent 24.1 percent shooting from the field compared to 52.9 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Aulnoye 36-25 including a 33-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was American power forward Victoria Harris (191-1996, college: Rutgers) who had a double-double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds. Louise Dambach (176-1996) chipped in 11 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. SIG's coach 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 naturalized Mali guard Touty Gandega (170-1991) who recorded 10 points and Pauline Stalars (-2000) added 6 points and 7 rebounds respectively. SIG have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Montbrison and Monaco. Loser Aulnoye keeps the ninth position with seven games lost. SIG will meet Monaco (#6) on the road in the next round. Aulnoye will play against Mondeville and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: SIG: V.Harris 13+13reb+1ast, L.Dambach 11+7reb+4ast, S.Saint Juste 10+3reb+1ast, C.Mantelin 9+3reb+5ast, B.Drame-Lo 8+4reb+2ast, M.Hatchi 5+2ast Aulnoye: T.Gandega 10+4reb+1ast, S.Pauline 6+7reb, H.Jakovljevic 6+2reb+1ast, M.Tirera 5+5reb+1ast, D.Mariama 5+2ast, M.Heriaud 4+2reb+2ast Mondeville - CFBB 74-50 The game between closely ranked teams ended with eleventh ranked Mondeville's (4-8) home victory over bottom-ranked CFBB (0-12) 74-50 on Friday. Mondeville forced 23 CFBB turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by CFBB's players. The best player for the winners was Berengere Dinga-Mbomi (172-1995, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) who scored 17 points and 4 assists. Forward Sarah Keboum (185-2006) chipped in 8 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was swingman Marine Dursus (174-2005) who recorded 15 points and 5 rebounds and forward Nell Angloma (181-2006) added 11 points respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Mondeville moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Calais. Loser CFBB still closes the standings with 12 games lost. Mondeville will meet higher ranked Aulnoye (#9) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. CFBB will play against Calais and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Mondeville: B.Dinga-Mbomi 17+3reb+4ast, B.Louise 12+2reb+2ast, E.Guennoc 11+1reb+5ast, S.Ousfar 9+6reb+2ast, K.Sarah 8+6reb+5ast, G.Vaciana 8+2reb+4ast CFBB: D.Marine 15+5reb+3ast, A.Nell 11+4reb, M.Fleur 6+1reb+1ast, K.Adja 6+3reb, Y.Saulnier 4+2reb+1ast, S.Ines 4+2reb+1ast Calais - La Tronche 84-78 There was an upset when higher ranked La Tronche (6-6) was defeated on the road by eleventh ranked Calais (4-8) 84-78 on Saturday. Calais forced 23 La Tronche turnovers. Strangely La Tronche outrebounded Calais 44-26 including a 18-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Anais Viellote (188-1991) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds. American forward Shakayla Thomas (180-1996, college: FSU) chipped in 18 points, 5 assists and 9 steals. Four Calais players scored in double figures. Calais' 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 Aurore Pautou (188-1982) who recorded a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and American swingman Morgan Batey (180-1994, college: Vanderbilt, agency: Areus Sports) added 20 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Calais moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Mondeville. Loser La Tronche dropped to the seventh position with six games lost. They share it with Champagne. Calais will meet bottom-ranked CFBB (#12) in the next round. La Tronche will play against the league's second-placed Feytiat (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Calais: F.Devillers 20+2reb+4ast, A.Viellote 19+10reb+1ast, S.Thomas 18+3reb+5ast, P.Meg 10+5reb+2ast, I.Sequeira 5+2reb+4ast, M.Devaux 5+1ast La Tronche: M.Batey 20+8reb+2ast, P.Aurore 18+10reb+5ast, D.Camille 13+10reb+2ast, C.Choron 9+2reb+2ast, B.Tilise 6+3reb+5ast, C.Cirgue 6+6reb+1ast |
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| 2.Bundesliga Round 14: Heidelberg is defeated by Rhein Main Baskets - 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 Heidelberg between third ranked Heidelberg (9-5) and fourth ranked Rhein Main Baskets (9-5) on Saturday night. Heidelberg was defeated by Rhein Main Baskets at home 55-44. Rhein Main Baskets have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with defeated Heidelberg. Rhein Main Baskets is looking forward to face Speyer / Schifferstadt (#12) in Dudenhofen in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Heidelberg will play at home against Schwabach (#11) and is hoping to win this game. The game between Top Four teams took place in Chemnitz. Second ranked host ChemCats Chemnitz (10-4) defeated 3rd ranked Rotenburg/Scheessel (8-5) 63-59. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Rotenburg/Scheessel. ChemCats Chemnitz maintains second position with 10-4 record having just two points less than leader Opladen, which they share with Bamberg. Rotenburg/Scheessel at the other side dropped to the fourth place with five games lost. ChemCats Chemnitz will play against Braunschweig (#10) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rotenburg/Scheessel will play against Herner 2 (#8) and hopes to get back on the winning track. 2.Bundesliga top team - SG BBZ Opladen (10-2) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed ninth ranked TG Neuss (4-10) in Leverkusen 91-41. SG BBZ Opladen have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 10-2 record. TG Neuss lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh place with ten games lost. They share the position with Schwabach. SG BBZ Opladen will meet Homburger TG (#7) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. TG Neuss will play against Veilchen (#5) and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 14: Bad Homburg lost to TUSLI on the opponent's court 65-79. Herner 2 unfortunately lost to Bochum in a home game 72-76. Braunschweig managed to beat Veilchen on the road 62-55. Gruenberg defeated Marburg 2 on its own court 77-68. Schwabach was smashed by Bamberg in a road game 89-63. Speyer lost to Mainz at home 54-64. Jahn Muenchen was outscored by Wuerzburg on the opponent's court 51-114. Freiburg 2 was rolled over Stuttgart in a home game 59-86. Ludwigsburg was defeated by Wasserburg on the road 90-75.
Group NorthChemnitz - Rotenburg 63-59The game between Top Four teams took place in Chemnitz. Second ranked host ChemCats Chemnitz (10-4) defeated 3rd ranked Rotenburg/Scheessel (8-5) 63-59. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Rotenburg/Scheessel. ChemCats Chemnitz maintains second position with 10-4 record having just two points less than leader Opladen, which they share with Bamberg. Rotenburg/Scheessel at the other side dropped to the fourth place with five games lost. ChemCats Chemnitz will play against Braunschweig (#10) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rotenburg/Scheessel will play against Herner 2 (#8) and hopes to get back on the winning track. TUSLI - Bad Homburg 79-65 There was an upset in Berlin where higher ranked Homburger TG (7-7) was defeated by tenth ranked TUSLI (5-9) 79-65 on Saturday. TUSLI have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to ninth place. Loser Homburger TG dropped to the seventh position with seven games lost. TUSLI will meet Young Dolphins (#12) in the next round. Homburger TG will play against the league's leader SG BBZ Opladen (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Herner 2 - Bochum 72-76 Rather predictable result when fourth ranked Bochum (9-4) defeated on the road 7th ranked Herner 2 (6-7) 76-72 on Saturday. Bochum moved-up to third place. Newly promoted Herner 2 dropped to the eighth position with seven games lost. Bochum will meet at home Baskets Grunberg (#6) in the next round. Herner 2 will play against Rotenburg/Scheessel and hope to secure a win. Opladen - Neuss 91-41 2.Bundesliga top team - SG BBZ Opladen (10-2) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed ninth ranked TG Neuss (4-10) in Leverkusen 91-41. SG BBZ Opladen have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 10-2 record. TG Neuss lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh place with ten games lost. They share the position with Schwabach. SG BBZ Opladen will meet Homburger TG (#7) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. TG Neuss will play against Veilchen (#5) and hope to secure a win. Veilchen - Braunschweig 55-62 There was an upset when higher ranked Veilchen (7-6) was defeated at home by eleventh ranked Braunschweig (4-9) 62-55 on Saturday. Braunschweig moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Wasserburg. Veilchen lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Gruenberg. Braunschweig will meet at home league's second-placed ChemCats Chemnitz in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Veilchen will play against TG Neuss and hope to secure a win. Gruenberg - Marburg 2 77-68 Everything went according to plan in Gruenberg where eighth ranked Baskets Grunberg (7-6) beat 12th ranked Young Dolphins (3-11) 77-68 on Sunday. Baskets Grunberg have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Veilchen. Young Dolphins lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the twelfth position with 11 games lost. Baskets Grunberg will meet higher ranked Bochum (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Young Dolphins will play against TUSLI (#9) and hope to secure a win. Group SouthBamberg - Schwabach 89-63There was no surprise when 10th ranked Schwabach (4-10) was outplayed on the road by second ranked Bamberg (10-4) 89-63 on Saturday. Bamberg have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 10-4 record having just two points less than leader Opladen, which they share with Chemnitz. Loser Schwabach dropped to the eleventh place with ten games lost. They share the position with Neuss. Bamberg will meet Stuttgart (#6) on the road in the next round. Schwabach will play against Heidelberg (#4) and hope to secure a win. Speyer - Mainz 54-64 No shocking result in a game in Dudenhofen where fifth ranked ASC Theresianum Mainz (8-6) won against 11th ranked Speyer / Schifferstadt (3-10) 64-54 on Saturday. ASC Theresianum Mainz maintains fifth position with 8-6 record. Speyer / Schifferstadt lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the twelfth place with ten games lost. ASC Theresianum Mainz will meet at home Freiburg 2 (#9) in the next round. Speyer / Schifferstadt will play against Rhein Main Baskets in Langen and hope to secure a win. Wuerzburg - Jahn Muenchen 114-51 Very expected game when 8th ranked Jahn Muenchen (6-8) was crushed on the road by first ranked Wuerzburg (12-2) 114-51 on Saturday. Wuerzburg maintains first position with 12-2 record. Jahn Muenchen lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth place with eight games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Wuerzburg will meet Ludwigsburg (#7) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Jahn Muenchen will play against TSV 1880 and hope to secure a win. Heidelberg - Rhein-Main 44-55 The most important game in the last round took place in Heidelberg between third ranked Heidelberg (9-5) and fourth ranked Rhein Main Baskets (9-5) on Saturday night. Heidelberg was defeated by Rhein Main Baskets at home 55-44. Rhein Main Baskets have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with defeated Heidelberg. Rhein Main Baskets is looking forward to face Speyer / Schifferstadt (#12) in Dudenhofen in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Heidelberg will play at home against Schwabach (#11) and is hoping to win this game. Freiburg 2 - Stuttgart 59-86 There was a small surprise when ninth ranked Stuttgart (6-8) smashed on the road 7th ranked Freiburg 2 (6-8) 86-59 on Saturday. Stuttgart have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Freiburg 2. Stuttgart will meet at home league's second-placed Bamberg in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Freiburg 2 will play against ASC Theresianum Mainz (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Wasserburg - Ludwigsburg 90-75 There was an upset in Wasserburg where higher ranked Ludwigsburg (6-8) was defeated by twelfth ranked TSV 1880 (4-9) 90-75 on Saturday. TSV 1880 moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Braunschweig. Ludwigsburg lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with eight games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. TSV 1880 will meet higher ranked Jahn Muenchen (#8) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Ludwigsburg will play against the league's leader Wuerzburg and will have a slim chance for a victory. |
| DBBL Round 16: Hannover keep a leadership position - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Host teams show no mercy winning all games. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Hannover as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Hannover defeated 7th ranked ALBA Berlin at home 66-48. Hannover have a solid four-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Newly promoted ALBA Berlin keeps the seventh place with eight games lost. ALBA Berlin will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest in order to get back on the winning path. Hannover will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Herner at home. The game between Top Four teams took place in Keltern. Third ranked host Keltern (10-4) smashed 4th ranked Saarlouis (8-6) 76-55. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Saarlouis. Keltern have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Saarlouis at the other side keep the fourth position with six games lost. They share it with Noerdlingen and Herner. Keltern will play against Rheinland (#3) in Bergisch Gladbach in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Saarlouis will play at home against Noerdlingen and it may be a tough game between close rivals. In the last two games of round 16 bottom-ranked Marburg lost to Noerdlingen on the opponent's court 58-63. Halle managed to outperform Freiburg in a home game 82-74.
Hannover - ALBA Berlin 66-48 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Hannover as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Hannover defeated 7th ranked ALBA Berlin at home 66-48. Hannover have a solid four-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Newly promoted ALBA Berlin keeps the seventh place with eight games lost. ALBA Berlin will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest in order to get back on the winning path. Hannover will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Herner at home. Noerdlingen - Marburg 63-58 Very expected game when 11th ranked Marburg (2-13) was defeated on the road by sixth ranked Noerdlingen (8-6) 63-58. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Noerdlingen moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Saarlouis and Herner. Marburg lost fourth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 13 games lost. Noerdlingen will play against Saarlouis (#6) on the road in the next round. Marburg will play against Halle (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Keltern - Saarlouis 76-55 The game between Top Four teams took place in Keltern. Third ranked host Keltern (10-4) smashed 4th ranked Saarlouis (8-6) 76-55. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Saarlouis. Keltern have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Saarlouis at the other side keep the fourth position with six games lost. They share it with Noerdlingen and Herner. Keltern will play against Rheinland (#3) in Bergisch Gladbach in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Saarlouis will play at home against Noerdlingen and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Halle - Freiburg 82-74 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when tenth ranked Halle (3-10) defeated at home 9th ranked Freiburg (5-9) 82-74. Halle maintains tenth position with 3-10 record. Freiburg lost third consecutive game. Defending champion keeps the ninth place with nine games lost. Halle will play against bottom-ranked Marburg (#11) on the road in the next round. Freiburg will play against Osnabrueck and it may be a tough game between close rivals. |
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| WJBL Round 17: Toyota BSR is upset by Chanson V-M - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The game between third ranked Toyota BSR (12-5) and eighth ranked Chanson V-M (9-8) was the most important one in the last round on Saturday night. Toyota BSR was defeated by Chanson V-M in a tough game in Aichi 53-60. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Toyota BSR. Chanson V-M dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Toyota BSR's 26. The best player for the winners was center Itsuki Hashiguchi (178-1999) who scored 18 points and 7 rebounds. point guard Kuke Haruka (166-1995) chipped in 8 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. The former international center Miyuki Kawamura (185-1994) produced 15 points and 7 rebounds for the hosts. Chanson V-M moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Hitachi Cougars. Toyota BSR at the other side dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Chanson V-M will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Toyota BSR will play again at home against Chanson V-M (#7) and is hoping to win this game. Leader Toyota A. delivered the sixteenth victory. This time they crushed 6th ranked Hitachi Cougars (9-8) 103-73 in Nagoya. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Hitachi Cougars. Point guard Chinatsu Umeki (168-2000) orchestrated the victory by scoring 20 points and 4 steals. Stephanie Mawuli contributed with 15 points for the winners. Forward Nanami Sato (175-1996) answered with 17 points and 4 assists for Hitachi Cougars. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Toyota A. (16-1) have an impressive series of fifteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place. Hitachi Cougars at the other side dropped to the seventh position with eight games lost. They share it with Chanson V-M. Toyota A. will again play against Hitachi Cougars (#8) in Hitachinaka in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Hitachi Cougars will have a break next round. The game with biggest result difference took place in Himeji. Local Himeji E. (2-15) was outscored by seventh ranked Eneos S. (9-6) 92-57 on Saturday night. Tamami Nakada stepped up with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. Minami Shirasaki responded with 19 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Eneos S.. They moved-up to sixth place. Newly promoted Himeji E. stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. Eneos S. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Himeji E. will play again against Eneos S. (#6) and hope to secure a win. Other games of round 17 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Aranmare A. crushed Niigata R. in Akita 81-50. Yamanashi QB was smashed by Denso I. at home 58-91. Mitsubishi K. destroyed Haneda V. on the opponent's court 83-57. Fujitsu RW managed to outperform Aishin AW in a home game 73-58. The best stats of 17th round was 22 points and 19 rebounds by Joshuana von Novon of Fujitsu RW.
Toyota A. - Hitachi Cougars 103-73 Leader Toyota A. delivered the sixteenth victory. This time they crushed 6th ranked Hitachi Cougars (9-8) 103-73 in Nagoya. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Hitachi Cougars. Toyota A. dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Hitachi Cougars' 44. They shot the lights out from three nailing 12 long-distance shots on high 57.1 percentage. Toyota A. players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. Point guard Chinatsu Umeki (168-2000) orchestrated the victory by scoring 20 points and 4 steals. The former international center Stephanie Mawuli (182-1998) contributed with 15 points for the winners. Four Toyota A. players scored in double figures. Forward Nanami Sato (175-1996) answered with 17 points and 4 assists and Senegalese center Daramee Malem-Doi (187-1997) added 19 points in the effort for Hitachi Cougars. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Toyota A. (16-1) have an impressive series of fifteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place. Hitachi Cougars at the other side dropped to the seventh position with eight games lost. They share it with Chanson V-M. Toyota A. will again play against Hitachi Cougars (#8) in Hitachinaka in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Hitachi Cougars will have a break next round. Top scorers: Toyota A.: U.Chinatsu 20+3reb, S.Mawuli 15+3reb+3ast, A.Hirashita 12+5reb+2ast, M.Fujitaka 12+5reb, Y.Chinami 11+1reb+2ast, K.Miyashita 11+3reb+2ast Hitachi Cougars: M.Daramee 19+3reb, N.Sato 17+1reb+4ast, A.Hoshi 13+2reb+3ast, S.Nanami 7+2reb+1ast, O.Saori 4+3reb, K.Mayu 3+3ast Niigata R. - Aranmare A. 50-81 There was no surprise in Tokyo where 13th ranked Niigata R. (2-13) was crushed by tenth ranked Aranmare A. (6-11) 81-50 on Saturday. Aranmare A. had a 33-17 advantage in offensive rebounds. Ayaka Ozawa (167-1995) stepped up and scored 19 points for the winners and guard Asuka Hiramatsu (162-1994) chipped in 10 points and 5 rebounds. Midori Kanazawa (170-1996) responded with 13 points and point guard Miyu Kawamura (170-1998) scored 10 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Aranmare A. moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Aishin AW. Niigata R. lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the thirteenth position with 13 games lost. Aranmare A. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Niigata R. will play again against Aranmare A. (#10) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Aranmare A.: O.Ayaka 19+2reb+2ast, S.Chihiro 11+5reb+2ast, A.Hiramatsu 10+5reb+3ast, K.Yui 8+4reb, O.Suzu 7+2reb+4ast, K.Hitomi 6+6reb+2ast Niigata R.: K.Midori 13+4reb+1ast, K.Miyu 10+3reb, K.Naomi 6+4reb, N.Kitagawa 6+2reb, Y.Yumi 6+4reb+1ast, M.Nishitarumizu 3+2reb+1ast Yamanashi QB - Denso I. 58-91 No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Denso I. (12-3) smashed on the road 12th ranked Yamanashi QB (3-14) 91-58 on Saturday. Denso I. dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Yamanashi QB's 32 and made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. Denso I. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The former international center Akaho Himawari (184-1998) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) for the winners and the former international center Maki Takada (185-1989) chipped in 10 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Denso I. players scored in double figures. Point guard Honoka Tsuchida (165-1997) responded with 10 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and forward Izuhara Natsuki (175-1999) scored 14 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Denso I. moved-up to third place. Yamanashi QB lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the twelfth position with 14 games lost. Denso I. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Yamanashi QB will play again against Denso I. (#3) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Denso I.: A.Himawari 22+10reb, D.Bai 13+4reb, W.Yuri 11+3reb+3ast, M.Takada 10+8reb+6ast, N.Moe 9+1reb+4ast, A.Kimura 8+1reb+3ast Yamanashi QB: N.Ayana 15+1reb, N.Izuhara 14+1reb+2ast, T.Honoka 10+6reb+6ast, M.Oka 9+6reb, A.Watanabe 4+6reb+3ast, Y.Ishida 3+1reb Toyota BSR - Chanson V-M 53-60 The game between third ranked Toyota BSR (12-5) and eighth ranked Chanson V-M (9-8) was the most important one in the last round on Saturday night. Toyota BSR was defeated by Chanson V-M in a tough game in Aichi 53-60. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Toyota BSR. Chanson V-M dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Toyota BSR's 26. The best player for the winners was center Itsuki Hashiguchi (178-1999) who scored 18 points and 7 rebounds. Point guard Kuke Haruka (166-1995) chipped in 8 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. The former international center Miyuki Kawamura (185-1994) produced 15 points and 7 rebounds and international Nanako Todo (175-2000) added 8 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Chanson V-M moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Hitachi Cougars. Toyota BSR at the other side dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Chanson V-M will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Toyota BSR will play again at home against Chanson V-M (#7) and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Chanson V-M: I.Hashiguchi 18+7reb, U.Izoje 11+10reb+2ast, H.Kuke 8+9reb+7ast, N.Parei 6+2reb+2ast, K.Aina 6+1ast, Y.Mai 6+9reb+1ast Toyota BSR: M.Kawamura 15+7reb, H.Asuka 11+3reb+2ast, T.Nanako 8+6reb+2ast, S.Iijima 6+3reb+1ast, Y.Kato 5+6reb+2ast, M.Sasaka 5+4reb Himeji E. - Eneos S. 57-92 The game with biggest result difference took place in Himeji. Local Himeji E. (2-15) was outscored by seventh ranked Eneos S. (9-6) 92-57 on Saturday night. Eneos S. outrebounded Himeji E. 59-26 including a 42-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Himeji E.'s players. The former international center Tamami Nakada (182-1997) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners and point guard Shizuka Takada (168-1996) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds. Minami Shirasaki (166-1996) responded with 19 points and point guard Aoi Ishimaki (165-2000) scored 14 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Eneos S.. They moved-up to sixth place. Newly promoted Himeji E. stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. Eneos S. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Himeji E. will play again against Eneos S. (#6) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Eneos S.: S.Takada 14+6reb+3ast, T.Nakada 14+13reb+1ast, F.Mako 12+4reb+2ast, S.Hayashi 12+3reb, R.Okuyama 9+11reb+1ast, S.Okamoto 8+2reb+1ast Himeji E.: S.Minami 19+4reb+3ast, I.Aoi 14+2reb+2ast, S.Yoshida 12+1reb+4ast, H.Shiori 4+2reb+1ast, U.Kiho 3+1reb, T.Kana 2+3reb Haneda V. - Mitsubishi K. 57-83 Very expected game in Tokyo where 11th ranked Haneda V. (3-12) was rolled over by second ranked Mitsubishi K. (15-2) 83-57 on Saturday. Mitsubishi K. dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Haneda V.'s 26. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Mitsubishi K. made 8 blocks. Saga Aiba (167-2001) stepped up and scored 16 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and the former international center Kyoko Hamaguchi (181-1990) chipped in 14 points and 5 rebounds (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!). Four Mitsubishi K. players scored in double figures. Yukino Awatsu (180-1998) responded with 16 points and 6 rebounds and swingman Takano Hashikouta (168-1995) scored 15 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Mitsubishi K.. They maintain second place with 15-2 record behind leader Toyota A. Haneda V. lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the eleventh position with 12 games lost. Mitsubishi K. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Haneda V. will play again against the league's second-placed Mitsubishi K. (#2) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Mitsubishi K.: A.Saga 16+7reb+5ast, K.Hamaguchi 14+5reb+2ast, N.Yuina 12+5reb+1ast, Y.Kosuge 10+5reb, N.Haruno 9+4reb+2ast, R.Nishioka 6+6reb+2ast Haneda V.: Y.Awatsu 16+6reb+2ast, H.Takano 15+1reb+1ast, N.Motohashi 9+1ast, H.Makoto 5+5reb+2ast, N.Mizuno 5+6reb+4ast, H.Kabashima 3+7reb+3ast Fujitsu RW - Aishin AW 73-58 Rather predictable result in Kawasaki where fifth ranked Fujitsu RW (11-6) beat 9th ranked Aishin AW (6-11) 73-58 on Saturday. They outrebounded Aishin AW 48-28 including a 31-12 advantage in defensive rebounds. Fujitsu RW looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Nigerian center Joshuana von Novon (190-1999) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 19 rebounds for the winners and guard Eri Okada (164-1997) chipped in 17 points and 6 assists. Natsuki Sunagawa (162-1995) responded with 12 points and forward Yonetani Kaime (179-1997) scored 9 points. Aishin AW's coach Hideki Umezaki rotated eleven players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Fujitsu RW. They maintain fifth place with 11-6 record. Aishin AW lost their third game in a row. They keep the ninth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Aranmare A.. Fujitsu RW will again meet at home Aishin AW (#9) in the next round. Aishin AW will have a break next round. Top scorers: Fujitsu RW: v.Novon Joshuana 22+19reb+1ast, O.Eri 17+2reb+6ast, U.Akina 13+4reb+2ast, Y.Nakamura 7+4reb+1ast, M.Tanaka 6+8reb+2ast, R.Machida 5+5reb+7ast Aishin AW: S.Natsuki 12+3ast, K.Yonetani 9+4reb, O.Aya 7+3reb, A.Shinomiya 6+4reb+1ast, U.Ayaka 6+2reb+2ast, K.Kyo 4+1reb+1ast |
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In the women's matches, Zetech University Sparks, boosted by having five players named to the provisional national team, play Storms. Storms, who also have Liz Abayo and Celia Makungu knocking on the door of the Kenya team, will have to show class to stop Sparks. Zetech have Christine Akinyi and Ashley Minayo to lead the team whose other fixture includes a match against Africa Nazarene University's Panthers. Struggling Kenyatta University 'Oryx' come face to Strathmore University Swords who will bank on Alexandria Juma and Margaret Ayieko (C). ANU's Wolfpacks' coach Mike Oluoch had a good run in the first leg but lost some close calls. They face Umoja who stunned the soldiers. The 25 matches planned for this weekend in Nairobi, Mombasa, and Nakuru include lower-division matchups. Kenya women's team coach George Mayienga will see his United States International University play Strathmore and Footprints. Snipers have a date with Neosasa as Absa also meets Blazers in interesting matchups in the men's category. Courtesy of: the-star.co.ke |
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| Prishtina adds Hilaire to their roster, ex Manati - by Eurobasket News | ||||
She has played previously professionally also in Germany (Schwabach). Hilaire graduated from Stony Brook University in 2020 and it will be her third season as a professional player. |
| Cardwell starts her pro career at Penza - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Cardwell started her college career at Eastern Michigan University (NCAA). Cardwell's high school career she had spent at East Technical in Cleveland, OH. As mentioned above she is just out of college, so it will be her first season as a professional player. |
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| Prva A Round 12 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. Prva A round 12 most important game was a victory of Niksic over 5th ranked Decic 81-79 on Saturday night. Niksic looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. It was a good game for international swingman Milena Jaksic (178-1998) who led her team to a victory with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Zoja Canovic (172-2005) contributed with 22 points and 11 assists for the winners. Anastasija Stijepcevic (-2004) replied with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds for Decic. Decic's coach Dejan Drljevic tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Niksic maintains fourth position with 3-8 record. Decic lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fifth place with nine games lost. Niksic are looking forward to face league's second-placed Podgorica at home in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Decic will play against the league's leader Buducnost in Podgorica and is hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series. Another interesting game for Podgorica (8-3) which played on the court of Herceg Novi (7-4). Second ranked Podgorica had an easy win 91-72. Worth to mention a great performance of Anastasija Begovic (-2005) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 8 rebounds and Lana Vukcevic who added 10 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Podgorica's coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was Serbian Milica Matic (180-2003) with 32 points and 7 assists. Podgorica have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 8-3 record having five points less than leader Buducnost. Herceg Novi at the other side keeps the third place with four games lost. Podgorica will play against Niksic (#4) on the road in the next round. Herceg Novi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Herceg Novi to the arena Primorje. Another interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Podgorica: Buducnost (#1) and Podgorica (#2). Podgorica was smashed at home by 17 points 51-68 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Podgorica. The winners were led by Jovana Markovic who scored that evening 14 points. Even 17 points by Marija Baosic did not help to save the game for Podgorica. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Undefeated Buducnost (12-0) have an impressive 12-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with a perfect record of 12 victories in a row. Loser Podgorica keeps the second place with three games lost. Buducnost will meet at home Decic (#5) in the next round. Podgorica will play against Niksic and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no big surprises in other games of round 12: bottom-ranked Primorje beat Decic on the road 66-50. Herceg Novi destroyed Niksic on its own court 99-71. Bottom-ranked Primorje lost to undefeated Buducnost in Podgorica 30-93. The most impressive performance of 12th round was 18 points, 8 assists and 4 steals by Marija Lekovic of Buducnost.
Podgorica - Buducnost 51-68 Another interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Podgorica: Buducnost (#1) and Podgorica (#2). Podgorica was smashed at home by 17 points 51-68 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Podgorica. They outrebounded Podgorica 35-23 including 23 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by Bosnian center Jovana Markovic (187-1997) who scored that evening 14 points and international Dragana Zivkovic (183-2001) supported her with 8 points and 5 rebounds. Even 17 points by point guard Marija Baosic (163-2004) did not help to save the game for Podgorica. Serbian Nevena Vuckovic (177-1998, agency: BeoBasket) added 7 points. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Buducnost (12-0) have an impressive 12-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with a perfect record of 12 victories in a row. Loser Podgorica keeps the second place with three games lost. Buducnost will meet at home Decic (#5) in the next round. Podgorica will play against Niksic and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Buducnost: J.Markovic 14+3reb, R.Zorana 11+2reb+1ast, B.Jelena 9+5reb+2ast, D.Zivkovic 8+5reb+3ast, V.Stefanovic 6+8reb, L.Marija 6+3reb+5ast Podgorica: B.Marija 17+3reb, R.Ana 8+2reb, N.Vuckovic 7+4reb+1ast, B.Anastasija 4+2reb+2ast, S.Hajdana 4+2ast, V.Lana 4+5reb Decic - Primorje 50-66 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when sixth ranked Primorje (2-10) beat 5th ranked Decic (2-9) in Tuzi 66-50 on Saturday. Primorje dominated down low during the game scoring 40 of its points in the paint compared to Decic's 16. They outrebounded Decic 35-20 including 23 on the defensive glass. Primorje looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The winners were led by the former international center Teodora Saric (190-1998) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and Tea Grabovica supported her with 18 points and 6 rebounds. Even 20 points and 6 rebounds by Anastasija Stijepcevic (-2004) did not help to save the game for Decic. Guard Ksenija Nisavic (168-2008) added 12 points. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Primorje maintains sixth position with 2-10 record. Decic lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fifth place with nine games lost. Primorje's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Herceg Novi Herceg Novi. Top scorers: Primorje: T.Saric 22+10reb+4ast, G.Tea 18+6reb+2ast, K.Anastasija 8+5reb+4ast, K.Bacovic 8+8reb+7ast, A.Ljube 6+5reb, I.Kristina 3+1reb+3ast Decic: S.Anastasija 20+6reb+1ast, N.Ksenija 12+1reb+2ast, T.Zana 7+3reb+3ast, M.Sava 4+4reb, M.Andreja 4+1reb, R.Andjela 3+2reb+1ast Herceg Novi - Niksic 99-71 The game between closely ranked teams ended with one of their biggest challengers Niksic's (3-8) road loss to third ranked Herceg Novi (7-4) 71-99 on Saturday. Herceg Novi dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Niksic's 30. They outrebounded Niksic 46-35 including 34 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by the former international guard Jelena Vucetic (178-1993) who had that evening a triple-double by scoring 34 points (!!!), 16 rebounds, 10 assists and 5 steals and Serbian forward Aleksandra Muzevic (179-2001) supported her with 30 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. Even 31 points and 4 assists by international swingman Milena Jaksic (178-1998) did not help to save the game for Niksic. Guard Zoja Canovic (172-2005) added 20 points and 4 assists. Herceg Novi maintains third position with 7-4 record having six points less than leader Buducnost. Loser Niksic keeps the fourth place with eight games lost. Herceg Novi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Herceg Novi to the arena Primorje. Top scorers: Herceg Novi: J.Vucetic 34+16reb+10ast, A.Muzevic 30+10reb+7ast, R.Vladana 11+4reb+1ast, A.Razic 8+9reb+1ast, B.Nikolina 7+1reb, G.Sara 5+2reb Niksic: M.Jaksic 31+3reb+4ast, C.Zoja 20+4reb+4ast, L.Andjela 9+16reb+1ast, P.Marija 6+4reb+3ast, D.Milica 2+4reb, A.Colovic 2+4reb+1ast Decic - Niksic 79-81 Prva A round 12 most important game was a victory of Niksic over 5th ranked Decic 81-79 on Saturday night. Niksic looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. It was a good game for international swingman Milena Jaksic (178-1998) who led her team to a victory with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Zoja Canovic (172-2005) contributed with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 assists for the winners. Anastasija Stijepcevic (-2004) replied with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds and Ivana Vujosevic (-2000) added 20 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Decic. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Decic's coach Dejan Drljevic tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Niksic maintains fourth position with 3-8 record. Decic lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fifth place with nine games lost. Niksic are looking forward to face league's second-placed Podgorica at home in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Decic will play against the league's leader Buducnost in Podgorica and is hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series. Top scorers: Niksic: M.Jaksic 27+5reb+5ast, C.Zoja 22+2reb+11ast, L.Andjela 15+14reb+3ast, P.Marija 11+1reb+7ast, A.Colovic 6+5reb+1ast, T.Sara 0 Decic: V.Ivana 20+8reb+1ast, M.Sava 18+5reb+2ast, S.Anastasija 17+13reb+3ast, N.Ksenija 15+5reb+8ast, P.Masa 6+2reb+2ast, R.Katarina 3+1ast Herceg Novi - Podgorica 72-91 Another interesting game for Podgorica (8-3) which played on the court of Herceg Novi (7-4). Second ranked Podgorica had an easy win 91-72. Podgorica forced 23 Herceg Novi turnovers and had a 18-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Anastasija Begovic (-2005) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 8 rebounds and the former international center Lana Vukcevic (194-2005) who added 10 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Four Podgorica players scored in double figures. Podgorica's coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was Serbian Milica Matic (180-2003) with 32 points and 7 assists and Bosnian center Adna Razic (192-2001) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Podgorica have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 8-3 record having five points less than leader Buducnost. Herceg Novi at the other side keeps the third place with four games lost. Podgorica will play against Niksic (#4) on the road in the next round. Herceg Novi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Herceg Novi to the arena Primorje. Top scorers: Podgorica: B.Anastasija 18+8reb+3ast, R.Ana 15+1reb+1ast, V.Lana 10+11reb+1ast, D.Nada 10+4reb+2ast, T.Pavicevic 7+2reb, S.Hajdana 7+3reb+4ast Herceg Novi: M.Milica 32+4reb+7ast, A.Razic 21+10reb+1ast, G.Dara 10+8reb+4ast, R.Vladana 7+4reb, S.Natasja 2+1reb+1ast, S.Mila 0 Buducnost - Primorje 93-30 Very predictable result when top-ranked Buducnost (12-0) rolled over bottom-ranked Primorje (2-10) in Podgorica 93-30 on Saturday. Buducnost held Primorje to an opponent 21.1 percent shooting from the field compared to 46.5 percent accuracy of the winners. Buducnost forced 28 Primorje turnovers and outrebounded them 46-21 including a 21-1 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 4 passes made by Primorje's players. The winners were led by the former international point guard Marija Lekovic (170-2003) who scored that evening 18 points, 8 assists and 4 steals and Serbian power forward Visnja Stefanovic (190-2001) supported her with 15 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Buducnost's coach Vladan Radovic felt very confident using 10 players saving starting five for next games. Even 8 points and 5 rebounds by Tea Grabovica did not help to save the game for Primorje. Forward Ljube Andric (183-2007) added 5 points. Buducnost have an impressive 12-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 12-0 record. Loser Primorje stay at the bottom place with ten games lost. Buducnost will meet at home Decic (#5) in the next round. Primorje's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Herceg Novi Herceg Novi. Top scorers: Buducnost: L.Marija 18+4reb+8ast, V.Stefanovic 15+6reb+3ast, M.Bigovic 14+3reb+1ast, D.Anastasija 13+2reb, R.Zorana 9+3reb+5ast, B.Jelena 8+2reb+2ast Primorje: G.Tea 8+5reb+2ast, B.Teodora 6+2reb, I.Kristina 6+2reb, A.Ljube 5+3reb, A.Jovovic 3+3reb, K.Anastasija 2+3reb+1ast |
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| Aaliyah Edwards leads UConn women past Butler 79-39 - by Eurobasket News |
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Aaliyah Edwards (6'3''-F-2002) scored 20 points and No. 5 UConn routed Butler 79-39 on Saturday. Aubrey Griffin (6'1''-F) and Lou Lopez Senechal each had 17 points for the short-handed Huskies (17-2, 10-0 Big East), who have won 10 in a row. Dorka Juhasz (6'5''-F-1999) scored 14 points. Jessica Carrothers (5'7''-G) and Sydney Janes each had seven points for the Bulldogs (7-13, 2-9). The Huskies outscored Butler 38-14 in the paint and 21-5 on the fast break. UConn announced Friday that leading scorer Azzi Fudd, who re-injured her right knee last Sunday against Georgetown, will be on crutches for two weeks before being re-evaluated. Caroline Ducharme and Ayanna Patterson remain in concussion protocol. Courtesy of: apnews.com |
| Lulu Laditan commits to California - by Eurobasket News | |
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University-of-California strengthened their roster with addition of 17-year old Australian forward Lulu Laditan (5'10''-2005). She was a member of Australian U17 National Team last year. |
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| Imortal and Benfica enter Federation Cup Final - by Eurobasket News |
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Imortal and Benfica entered Federation Cup Final in Portugal. Imortal overcame Quinta dos Lombos 65-50 after being tied at 16-16 at the end of the first period. Imortal pushed the tempo for good in the rest of the game to seal the final appearance. Benfica meanwhile edged Esgueira 50-42. Marta Martins (162-G-2001) stepped up with 11 points and Carolina Cruz (190-C-2001, college: Manhattan) delivered 10. Gabriela Raimundo (167-PG-1993) replied with 11 points in the losing effort. |
| Benfica win Federation Cup 2023 - by Eurobasket News |
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Benfica - Imortal 60:46 Benfica have won Federation Cup 2023 as they defeated Imortal 60:46 in the Final game. Benfica started the game with a 19-16 rally and led 10 points at the halftime. Moreover, the favorites added an 18-14 run in the third quarter, while both sides nailed 8 points each in the last stanza. Darien Huff (175-SG-1997, college: Charleston) top-scored for the winners with 18 points and Raphaella Silva (1999) delivered 17. Marta Martins (162-G-2001) followed them with 9 points in a win. Marcia Carvalho (168-PG-1992) replied with 11 points in a loss and Monique Pereira (190-C-1996) produced 10. |
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| Prishtina adds Hilaire to their roster, ex Manati - by Eurobasket News | ||||
She has played previously professionally also in Germany (Schwabach). Hilaire graduated from Stony Brook University in 2020 and it will be her third season as a professional player. |
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| PBL Round 20: Nadezhda lose to MBA in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The game between Top Four teams took place in Orenburg. One of their biggest challengers host Nadezhda (13-7) lost to third ranked MBA (17-3) 70-59. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international point guard Marina Goldyreva (169-1993, agency: LBM Management) who helped to win the game recording 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and the former international center Anastasia Logunova (193-1990, agency: LBM Management) who added 10 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. MBA's coach Aleksandr Diracujan used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward Unique Thompson (190-1999, college: Auburn) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 17 rebounds. MBA maintains third position with 17-3 record having just one point less than leader UMMC. Nadezhda at the other side keeps the fourth place with seven games lost. MBA are looking forward to face league's second-placed Dynamo K. in Kursk in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Nadezhda will play on the road against Neftyanik in Omsk and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. PBL top team - UMMC (19-0) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat seventh ranked Sparta&K MR (9-11) in Vidnoye 75-64. The winners were led by the former international center Maria Vadeeva (193-1998) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 28 points and 10 rebounds and Anastasiia Kosu supported her with 12 points and 8 rebounds. UMMC's coach Dmitry Donskov allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even 22 points and 5 rebounds by the former international Daria Ignatova (180-2000) did not help to save the game for Sparta&K MR. Undefeated UMMC have an impressive 19-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 19-0 record. Sparta&K MR lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 11 games lost. UMMC will play against Nika (#6) in Syktyvkar in the next round where they are favorite. Sparta&K MR will play on the road against Rostov and hopes to get back on the winning track. Second ranked Dynamo K. (18-2) crushed at home 5th ranked Nika (10-10) by 26 points 85-59, which is the biggest margin this round on Saturday night. The best player for the winners was Elizaveta Shabanova who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds. Saicha Grant-Allen produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds for the guests. Nika's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Dynamo K. have an impressive nine-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 18-2 record behind leader UMMC. Loser Nika dropped to the sixth place with ten games lost. Dynamo K. will meet MBA (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Nika will play against the league's leader UMMC in Yekaterinburg and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 20: Samara destroyed Dynamo M. on the opponent's court 87-63. Enisey managed to outperform Neftyanik in a home game 67-60. Rostov recorded a loss to Dynamo NR on the road 74-66.
Nadezhda - MBA 59-70 The game between Top Four teams took place in Orenburg. One of their biggest challengers host Nadezhda (13-7) lost to third ranked MBA (17-3) 70-59. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international point guard Marina Goldyreva (169-1993, agency: LBM Management) who helped to win the game recording 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and the former international center Anastasia Logunova (193-1990, agency: LBM Management) who added 10 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. MBA's coach Aleksandr Diracujan used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward Unique Thompson (190-1999, college: Auburn) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 17 rebounds and the former international Natalia Zhedik (184-1988) scored 12 points. MBA maintains third position with 17-3 record having just one point less than leader UMMC. Nadezhda at the other side keeps the fourth place with seven games lost. MBA are looking forward to face league's second-placed Dynamo K. in Kursk in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Nadezhda will play on the road against Neftyanik in Omsk and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. Top scorers: MBA: M.Goldyreva 17+5reb+4ast, Z.Maiga 13+5reb, A.Logunova 10+6reb+4ast, E.Kirillova 9+4reb+3ast, T.Petrushina 7+2reb+1ast, K.Nizamova 7+4reb+3ast Nadezhda: U.Thompson 13+17reb, N.Zhedik 12+4reb, V.Medvedeva 10+2reb+2ast, L.Alisa 8+4reb+3ast, D.Namok 8+1reb+2ast, S.Tokhtash 6+1reb+2ast Dynamo K. - Nika 85-59 Second ranked Dynamo K. (18-2) crushed at home 5th ranked Nika (10-10) by 26 points 85-59, which is the biggest margin this round on Saturday night. Dynamo K. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international center Elizaveta Shabanova (197-1997) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds. The former international point guard Anna Burovaya (172-1997) chipped in 16 points and 8 assists. Five Dynamo K. players scored in double figures. Canadian center Saicha Grant-Allen (196-1995, college: Dayton) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds and Polina Fedorova (189-1995) added 14 points respectively for the guests. Nika's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Dynamo K. have an impressive nine-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 18-2 record behind leader UMMC. Loser Nika dropped to the sixth place with ten games lost. Dynamo K. will meet MBA (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Nika will play against the league's leader UMMC in Yekaterinburg and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Dynamo K.: E.Shabanova 18+10reb+2ast, A.Burovaya 16+3reb+8ast, E.Kalu 12+2reb+2ast, O.Frolkina 12+1reb+2ast, E.Lisec 10+12reb+3ast, A.Abaiburova 7+1reb+3ast Nika: S.Grant-Allen 17+10reb+1ast, P.Fedorova 14+4reb, M.Cherepanova 8+2reb+3ast, N.Jovanovic 7+1ast, N.Baric 5+3reb+5ast, J.Poluyanova 3+3reb+3ast Dynamo M. - Samara 63-87 Very expected game in Moscow where 12th ranked Dynamo M. (1-19) was crushed by sixth ranked Samara (11-9) 87-63 on Saturday. Samara made 22-of-27 free shots (81.5 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Dynamo M. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international Daria Kolosovskaya (182-1996, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) who scored 20 points and 4 steals. Brazilian forward Isabela Macedo (180-1994) chipped in 17 points (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Four Samara players scored in double figures. Armenian Sofya Demirchyan (173-2000) produced 27 points and 5 rebounds and forward Ekaterina Chistyakova (184-1989) added 6 points and 12 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. Samara have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Dynamo M. lost seventh consecutive game. They stay dead last with 19 lost games. Samara will meet at home Dynamo NR (#9) in the next round. Dynamo M. will play against Enisey and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Samara: D.Kolosovskaya 20+3reb, I.Macedo 17+3reb, Y.Natalya 12+3reb+1ast, A.Komarova 10+5reb+1ast, D.Kurilchuk 8+1reb+3ast, A.Zaitceva 7+2reb+6ast Dynamo M.: S.Demirchyan 27+5reb+2ast, D.Egorova 13+5reb, N.Harbachova 8+3reb+2ast, E.Chistyakova 6+12reb+1ast, S.Mariya 4+3reb, E.Shataeva-Nikitina 3+2reb+2ast Enisey - Neftyanik 67-60 Rather predictable result in Krasnoyarsk where eighth ranked Enisey (8-12) defeated 11th ranked Neftyanik (2-17) 67-60 on Saturday. Enisey forced 22 Neftyanik turnovers. The best player for the winners was forward Anastasiya Shuvagina (180-1998, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) who scored 17 points and 4 assists. Power forward Ekatarina Polyashova-Burova (189-1996, agency: LBM Management) chipped in 15 points. Swingman Darya Levchenko (182-1994, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) produced 12 points and 6 rebounds and forward Albina Khamitova (186-1994) added 11 points respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Enisey maintains eighth position with 8-12 record. Newly promoted Neftyanik keeps the eleventh place with 17 games lost. Enisey will meet bottom-ranked Dynamo M. (#12) in the next round. Neftyanik will play against Nadezhda and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Enisey: A.Shuvagina 17+4reb+4ast, E.Polyashova-Burova 15+4reb+1ast, V.Hasper 13+2reb+2ast, I.Fastova 8+1reb+1ast, A.Matveeva 5+5reb, P.Yana 4+1reb+2ast Neftyanik: D.Levchenko 12+6reb+3ast, A.Khamitova 11+3reb+2ast, X.Afanasenko 9+3ast, S.Kramar 9+3reb+2ast, A.Alexeeva 8+4reb, V.Ponamarchuk 5+3reb Dynamo NR - Rostov 74-66 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 10th ranked Rostov's (4-16) road loss to ninth ranked Dynamo NR (7-13) 66-74 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was American guard Ashley Beverly-Kelley (168-1993, college: Troy) who scored 12 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Maria Savina (188-1988, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) chipped in 19 points (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). Dynamo NR's coach used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Power forward Veronika Pavliuchenko (184-2001, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) produced 11 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and center Ekaterina Osipova (187-1997) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Four Rostov players scored in double figures. Dynamo NR maintains ninth position with 7-13 record. Loser Rostov keeps the tenth place with 16 games lost. Dynamo NR will meet higher ranked Samara (#5) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Rostov will play against Sparta&K MR (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Dynamo NR: M.Savina 19+2reb+2ast, A.Beverly-Kelley 12+8reb+5ast, M.Hollingshed 10+6reb+3ast, V.Zvereva 8+2reb, S.Olga 8+4reb+5ast, N.Potemina 7+3reb Rostov: E.Osipova 13+6reb+3ast, A.Masko 11+1reb+2ast, V.Pavliuchenko 11+8reb+4ast, M.Adashchyk 10+3reb, I.Grabovskaia 8+2reb+1ast, E.Mikhailova 7+5reb+5ast Sparta&K MR - UMMC 64-75 PBL top team - UMMC (19-0) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat seventh ranked Sparta&K MR (9-11) in Vidnoye 75-64. UMMC made 16-of-19 charity shots (84.2 percent) during the game. UMMC outrebounded Sparta&K MR 35-22 including 23 on the defensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. The winners were led by the former international center Maria Vadeeva (193-1998) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 28 points and 10 rebounds and forward Anastasiia Kosu (185-2005, agency: LBM Management) supported her with 12 points and 8 rebounds. UMMC's coach Dmitry Donskov allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even 22 points and 5 rebounds by the former international Daria Ignatova (180-2000) did not help to save the game for Sparta&K MR. Forward Anna Pozdnyakova (180-2000) added 11 points for the hosts. UMMC have an impressive 19-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 19-0 record. Sparta&K MR lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 11 games lost. UMMC will play against Nika (#6) in Syktyvkar in the next round where they are favorite. Sparta&K MR will play on the road against Rostov and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: UMMC: M.Vadeeva 28+10reb+1ast, K.Anastasiia 12+8reb+2ast, A.Shilova 10+2reb+1ast, V.Zavyalova 9+2reb+8ast, A.Stolyar 5+1reb+4ast, T.Krajisnik-Jovanovic 5+9reb+2ast Sparta&K MR: D.Ignatova 22+5reb+2ast, A.Pozdnyakova 11+3reb+1ast, A.Sabina 7+6reb, B.Elizaveta 7+5ast, V.Kuchina 7+2reb+1ast, A.Kuznetsova 4+1reb+1ast |
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| Piestanske Cajky and Banska Bystrica reach Cup Final - by Eurobasket News |
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Piestanske Cajky and Banska Bystrica reached the Cup Final. Banska Bystrica overcame Ruzomberok 76-48. They started with a 19-12 run and never looked behind after. Piestanske Cajky did not leave any chances for Young Angels Kosice, 81:48. Bozica Mujovic (178-G-1996) stepped up with 14 points for the winners. Blanksova and Ema Rodakova (175-PG-2001) replied with 14 points each, whilst Emma Dulovicova (169-PG-2003) netted 8. |
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Piestanske Cajky - Banska Bystrica 82:57 Piestanske Cajky conquered Cup 2022/23 title! They edged Banska Bystrica 82-57 in the Final game. Piestanske Cajky started with a 17-14 run and never looked behind after. They added a 21-15 rally in the second period and erupted with a massive 24-9 surge in the third quarter. Moreover, Piestanske Cajky closed the game with a final 10-19 rally to celebrate the title. Bozica Mujovic (178-G-1996) stepped up with 17 points, whilst Gabriela Andelova (173-PG-1996, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) and Ke'Shunan James (184-F-1994, college: Murray St.) had 10 each. Ruth Sherrill (188-F/C-1994, college: Temple) answered with 18 points in the losing effort and Lindsey Pulliam (178-G-1999, college: Northwestern) netted 14. |
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| Damligan Round 12: Sodertalje defeat Norrkoping 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 Sodertalje (11-1) which hosted in Sodertalje 3rd ranked Norrkoping (8-4). First ranked Sodertalje had an easy win 110-71. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Norrkoping. Sodertalje dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Norrkoping's 44. Sodertalje forced 21 Norrkoping turnovers and had a 30-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Norrkoping's players. It was a good game for international guard Klara Lundquist (173-1999) who led her team to a victory with 30 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists (perfect from the field making all thirteen shots !!!). The former international power forward Louice Halvarsson (191-1989) contributed with 30 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Sodertalje's coach Jesper Sundberg felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. International guard Lovisa Hjern (175-1999) replied with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds for Norrkoping. Sodertalje have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 11-1 record. Defending champion Norrkoping keeps the third place with four games lost. Sodertalje are looking forward to face Alvik Basket (#6) in Stockholm in the next round where they are favorite. Norrkoping will have a break next round. The game in Uppsala was also worth to mention about. One of their biggest challengers Ostersund (8-5) played at the court of fifth ranked Uppsala (7-6). Uppsala defeated Ostersund 77-67. Worth to mention a great performance of Canadian center Oceana Hamilton (193-1995, college: Northwestern, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points and 22 rebounds and Johanna Prytz who added 15 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American Jessica Kelliher (183-1997, college: Lewis) with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists. Uppsala maintains fifth position with 7-6 record. Ostersund at the other side keeps the fourth place with five games lost. Uppsala will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Ostersund will play on the road against the league's second-placed Lulea Basket (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game between 10th ranked Hogsbo (3-10) and second ranked Lulea Basket (10-1) in Goteborg on Saturday ended with biggest points difference. Guests from Lulea outscored Hogsbo 121-47. The winners were led by Josefin Vesterberg who had that evening a double-double by scoring 10 points, 16 rebounds and 8 assists. Even 10 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists by Ida Fredrikson did not help to save the game for Hogsbo. Hogsbo's coach Selma Delibasic gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Lulea Basket have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 10-1 record behind leader Sodertalje. Hogsbo lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with ten games lost. Lulea Basket will meet at home Ostersund (#4) in the next round. Hogsbo will play against Visby (#11) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. In the last two games of round 12 Mark smashed Alvik Basket on the road 107-59. Norrkoping won against Alvik Basket on its own court 85-80.
Uppsala - Ostersund 77-67 The game in Uppsala was also worth to mention about. One of their biggest challengers Ostersund (8-5) played at the court of fifth ranked Uppsala (7-6). Uppsala defeated Ostersund 77-67. They outrebounded Ostersund 47-32 including a 32-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of Canadian center Oceana Hamilton (193-1995, college: Northwestern, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points and 22 rebounds and forward Johanna Prytz (187-1996, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) who added 15 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Four Uppsala players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American Jessica Kelliher (183-1997, college: Lewis) with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Danielle Elvbo (169-1994) scored 15 points and 5 steals. Uppsala maintains fifth position with 7-6 record. Ostersund at the other side keeps the fourth place with five games lost. Uppsala will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Ostersund will play on the road against the league's second-placed Lulea Basket (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Uppsala: O.Hamilton 21+22reb+2ast, J.Prytz 15+8reb+1ast, S.Hansson 14+5reb+2ast, C.Bittar 11+4reb+1ast, S.Plentovich 8+5reb+5ast, M.Ekdahl 8+2reb+3ast Ostersund: J.Kelliher 26+15reb+4ast, D.Elvbo 15+2reb, H.Whitish 6+5reb+4ast, S.Astrid 6+5reb+1ast, M.Aasa 6+1reb+1ast, G.Bronson 4+1reb+1ast Alvik Basket - Mark 59-107 There was a small surprise when eighth ranked Mark (5-7) crushed 6th ranked Alvik Basket (6-7) in Stockholm 107-59 on Saturday. Mark shot 28 for 38 from the free-throw line, while Alvik Basket only scored four points from the stripe. They outrebounded Alvik Basket 70-29 including a 52-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Mark made 8 blocks. The winners were led by American guard Brooklyn Pannell (175-1999, college: Charleston) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 32 points, 14 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals (perfect from downtown making all five shots) and the other American import forward Brianna Herlihy (183-1998, college: Villanova) supported her with 25 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Five Mark players scored in double figures. Even 11 points by Hanna Jolinder (-2006) did not help to save the game for Alvik Basket. Finnish forward Lotta Vesiluoma (172-1997) added 5 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Alvik Basket's coach Daniel Nilo gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Mark maintains eighth position with 5-7 record. Alvik Basket lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with seven games lost. Mark will meet higher ranked IK Eos (#7) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Alvik Basket will play against the league's leader Sodertalje where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Mark: B.Pannell 32+14reb+9ast, B.Herlihy 25+16reb+4ast, B.Herlihy 17+12reb+2ast, L.VanAllen 16+13reb+1ast, E.Ovner 10+4reb+1ast, J.Almqvist 4+6reb+2ast Alvik Basket: F.Jallow 11+1reb, J.Hanna 11+4reb+1ast, C.Alice 10+3reb+2ast, K.Teigland 8+2reb+1ast, K.Proctor 7+1reb+2ast, L.Vesiluoma 5+6reb+4ast Hogsbo - Lulea Basket 47-121 The game between 10th ranked Hogsbo (3-10) and second ranked Lulea Basket (10-1) in Goteborg on Saturday ended with biggest points difference. Guests from Lulea outscored Hogsbo 121-47. Lulea Basket dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Hogsbo's 16 and made 25-of-27 free shots (92.6 percent) during the game, while Hogsbo only scored four points from the stripe. Lulea Basket forced 24 Hogsbo turnovers and outrebounded them 54-28 including a 39-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The winners were led by the former international forward Josefin Vesterberg (192-1993) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 10 points, 16 rebounds and 8 assists and American forward Mehryn Kraker (183-1994, college: Green Bay) supported her with 19 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Lulea Basket players scored in double figures. Even 10 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists by the former international guard Ida Fredrikson (172-1998) did not help to save the game for Hogsbo. Bosnian forward Hanna Halilovic (181-1999) added 14 points. Hogsbo's coach Selma Delibasic gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Lulea Basket have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 10-1 record behind leader Sodertalje. Hogsbo lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with ten games lost. Lulea Basket will meet at home Ostersund (#4) in the next round. Hogsbo will play against Visby (#11) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Lulea Basket: B.Goss 22+5reb+2ast, B.McCarty-Williams 21+3reb+1ast, M.Kraker 19+6reb+5ast, S.Hagg 17+3reb+1ast, E.Nystrom 16+4reb+7ast, J.Vesterberg 10+16reb+8ast Hogsbo: H.Hanna 14+3reb+1ast, I.Fredrikson 10+6reb+9ast, E.Fredrikson 7+1ast, D.Brookshire 5+9reb+1ast, S.Emma 5+1reb, B.Makolla 4+5reb+1ast Norrkoping - Alvik Basket 85-80 Rather expected game when 6th ranked Alvik Basket (6-7) lost on the road to third ranked Norrkoping (8-4) 85-80 on Sunday. Norrkoping outrebounded Alvik Basket 45-34 including 17 on the offensive glass. The winners were led by American guard Alexa Held (178-1999, college: DePaul) who scored that evening 20 points and 5 rebounds and international guard Lovisa Hjern (175-1999) supported her with 14 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Norrkoping players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 29 points and 11 rebounds by American forward Aquira Decosta (185-2000, college: Sacramento St.) did not help to save the game for Alvik Basket. Her fellow American import guard Kyah Proctor (168-1995, college: Bowie St.) added 24 points. Alvik Basket's coach Daniel Nilo rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Defending champion maintains third position with 8-4 record having just three points less than leader Sodertalje. Alvik Basket lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with seven games lost. Norrkoping will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Alvik Basket will play against the league's leader Sodertalje (#1) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Norrkoping: A.Held 20+5reb+3ast, M.Ahlberg 18+5reb+3ast, L.Hjern 14+9reb+4ast, B.Harvey-Carr 12+6reb+1ast, E.Saga 8+1ast, L.Filippa 6+9reb+1ast Alvik Basket: A.Decosta 29+11reb, K.Proctor 24+4reb+1ast, F.Jallow 10+1reb+1ast, K.Teigland 7+3reb+1ast, G.Lea 3, L.Vesiluoma 3+1reb+2ast Sodertalje - Norrkoping 110-71 An interesting game for Sodertalje (11-1) which hosted in Sodertalje 3rd ranked Norrkoping (8-4). First ranked Sodertalje had an easy win 110-71. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Norrkoping. Sodertalje dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Norrkoping's 44. Sodertalje forced 21 Norrkoping turnovers and had a 30-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Norrkoping's players. It was a good game for international guard Klara Lundquist (173-1999) who led her team to a victory with 30 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists (perfect from the field making all thirteen shots !!!). The former international power forward Louice Halvarsson (191-1989) contributed with 30 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Five Sodertalje players scored in double figures. Sodertalje's coach Jesper Sundberg felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. International guard Lovisa Hjern (175-1999) replied with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and American guard Alexa Held (178-1999, college: DePaul) added 24 points in the effort for Norrkoping. Sodertalje have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 11-1 record. Defending champion Norrkoping keeps the third place with four games lost. Sodertalje are looking forward to face Alvik Basket (#6) in Stockholm in the next round where they are favorite. Norrkoping will have a break next round. Top scorers: Sodertalje: K.Lundquist 30+7reb+9ast, L.Halvarsson 30+7reb, F.Eldebrink 16+6reb+10ast, A.Dye 12+5reb, E.Astrom 10+5reb+5ast, E.Emilia 5+2reb+1ast Norrkoping: A.Held 24+1reb+3ast, L.Hjern 16+10reb+3ast, B.Harvey-Carr 14+6reb+1ast, L.Filippa 7+8reb+1ast, S.Ljungcrantz 5+3reb, M.Stahl 5+3reb |
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Istanbul: Galatasaray (#3) and Besiktas (#8). Besiktas was smashed at home by 16 points 65-81 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Besiktas. They outrebounded Besiktas 41-24 including a 31-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Galatasaray looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American center Azura Stevens (198-1996, college: UConn) fired a double-double by scoring 27 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. The former international center Teaira McCowan (201-1996, college: MSU) chipped in 13 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists. American point guard Dana Evans (168-1998, college: Louisville) produced 25 points and 7 assists for lost side. Besiktas' coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Galatasaray (13-3) have an impressive six-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Fenerbahce. Besiktas at the other side keeps the eighth position with nine games lost. Galatasaray is looking forward to face Hatay (#7) at home in the next round where they are favorite. Besiktas will have a break next round. An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Mersin. First ranked Mersin faced 4th ranked Emlak. Host Mersin (14-2) defeated guests from Istanbul (10-6) 67-59. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Emlak. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Tiffany Hayes (177-1989, college: UConn) who helped to win the game recording 23 points. Quanitra Hollingsworth contributed with 14 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Mersin's coach Emre Vatansever allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Canadian guard Nirra Fields (175-1993, college: UCLA) replied with 18 points and 8 rebounds for Emlak. Mersin maintains first position with 14-2 record. Newly promoted Emlak keeps the fourth place with six games lost. They share the position with Nesibe. Mersin will play against Bursa (#12) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Emlak's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Istanbul Fenerbahce. Bottom-ranked Rize managed to get the second consecutive victory on Saturday night. This time newly promoted Rize won against twelfth-ranked Kayseri 71-63. Worth to mention a great performance of Jaelyn Brown who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side Juicy Landrum responded with 20 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. Newly promoted Rize maintains fourteenth position with 3-13 record. Kayseri lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Bursa. Rize will meet higher ranked Nesibe (#5) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Kayseri will play against Ormanspor (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Rest of the games of round 16 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Botas A. was crushed by Fenerbahce in Istanbul 88-64. Hatay was beaten by Nesibe at home 75-84. Bursa was destroyed by Ormanspor on the opponent's court 90-70.
Fenerbahce - Botas A. 88-64 There was no surprise in Istanbul where 6th ranked Botas A. (9-7) was crushed by second ranked Fenerbahce (13-3) 88-64 on Saturday. Fenerbahce looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Breanna Stewart (193-1994, college: UConn) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals and the other American import point guard Kayla McBride (180-1992, college: Notre Dame) who added 23 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four Fenerbahce players scored in double figures. Fenerbahce's coach felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American forward Erica McCall (190-1995, college: Stanford) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and the former international point guard Sevgi Uzun (170-1997) scored 17 points and 5 assists. Defending champion maintains second position with 13-3 record behind leader Mersin, which they share with Galatasaray. Loser Botas A. keeps the sixth place with seven games lost. Fenerbahce's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Istanbul to the arena Emlak. Top scorers: Fenerbahce: K.McBride 23+6reb+4ast, B.Stewart 20+10reb+6ast, E.Meesseman 15+3reb+1ast, O.Cakir-Turgut 12+2reb+8ast, M.Aydin 6+6reb+3ast, I.Elif 5+2reb+1ast Botas A.: E.McCall 20+11reb, S.Uzun 17+3reb+5ast, V.Macaulay 12+10reb+1ast, K.Doyle 9+2reb+5ast, M.Avci 5+2reb+1ast, A.Gunay 1+4reb+2ast Rize - Kayseri 71-63 Bottom-ranked Rize managed to get the second consecutive victory on Saturday night. This time newly promoted Rize won against twelfth-ranked Kayseri 71-63. Rize forced 21 Kayseri turnovers. Strangely Kayseri outrebounded Rize 40-28 including 28 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of American swingman Jaelyn Brown (184, college: California) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 7 rebounds and the other American import forward Marie Benson (185-1997, college: UT Arlington) who added 13 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Five Rize players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Juicy Landrum (173, college: Baylor) responded with 20 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and Lithuanian center Daugile Sarauskaite (196-1996) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 14 rebounds. Newly promoted Rize maintains fourteenth position with 3-13 record. Kayseri lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Bursa. Rize will meet higher ranked Nesibe (#5) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Kayseri will play against Ormanspor (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Rize: J.Brown 16+7reb+3ast, K.Morgan 14+5reb, M.Benson 13+7reb+3ast, O.Arzu 10+3reb+7ast, S.Ozcan 10+5reb+5ast, N.Aral 5+1reb Kayseri: L.Weaver 20+4reb+4ast, J.Landrum 20+8reb+5ast, D.Sarauskaite 13+14reb+2ast, S.Sonmez 4+5reb, Z.Kalbisagde 3+4reb+1ast, Y.Burcu 3+4reb+2ast Hatay - Nesibe 75-84 No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Nesibe (10-6) defeated on the road 7th ranked Hatay (8-8) 84-75 on Saturday. Nesibe dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Hatay's 32. The game was dominated by American players. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Jessica Thomas (168-1994, college: Miami, FL) who helped to win the game recording 26 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and forward Chelsea Nelson (188-1996, college: NC State) who added 13 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Five Nesibe players scored in double figures. At the losing side swingman Alexis Prince (188-1994, college: Baylor) responded with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 15 rebounds and point guard Destiny Slocum (170-1997, college: Arkansas) scored 14 points and 6 rebounds. Nesibe moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Emlak. Loser Hatay keeps the seventh position with eight games lost. Nesibe will meet at home bottom-ranked Rize (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Hatay will play against Galatasaray (#3) in Istanbul and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Nesibe: J.Thomas 26+8reb+6ast, C.Nelson 13+8reb+2ast, F.Akalan 13+6reb+2ast, M.Hempe 12+3reb+1ast, D.Yaya 12+5reb+3ast, D.Ozen 2+1ast Hatay: A.Prince 29+15reb+1ast, D.Slocum 14+6reb+3ast, G.Basaran 13+6reb, B.Akbas 8+5reb+6ast, E.Sventoraite 6+2reb+1ast, B.Akgun 3+1reb Ormanspor - Bursa 90-70 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 11th ranked Bursa's (4-12) road loss to tenth ranked Ormanspor (6-10) 70-90 on Saturday. Ormanspor made 27-of-29 free shots (93.1 percent) during the game, while Bursa only scored eleven points from the stripe. Worth to mention a great performance of Montenegrin center Jelena Dubljevic (191-1987, agency: BeoBasket) who helped to win the game recording 25 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists and American point guard Jasmine Thomas (175-1991, college: Michigan St.) who added 23 points (made all of her ten free throws !!!) during the contest. Four Ormanspor players scored in double figures. Ormanspor's coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American center Channon Fluker (193-1997, college: CSUN) responded with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 12 rebounds and her fellow American import point guard Chennedy Carter (170-1998, college: Texas A&M) scored 20 points and 7 assists. Ormanspor maintains tenth position with 6-10 record. Bursa lost seventh consecutive game. They dropped to the twelfth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Kayseri. Ormanspor will meet Kayseri (#13) on the road in the next round. Bursa will play against the league's leader Mersin having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: Ormanspor: J.Dubljevic 25+7reb+6ast, J.Thomas 23+4reb+2ast, K.Erat 13+7reb+1ast, R.Gray 12+4reb+1ast, S.Ozelci 6+7reb, N.Gokdemir 5+2reb+2ast Bursa: C.Fluker 26+12reb+1ast, C.Carter 20+4reb+7ast, F.Yildiz 8+1reb, O.Kavurmacioglu 7+6reb+1ast, M.Pivec 6+5reb, G.Uca 2+1reb+1ast Mersin - Emlak 67-59 An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Mersin. First ranked Mersin faced 4th ranked Emlak. Host Mersin (14-2) defeated guests from Istanbul (10-6) 67-59. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Emlak. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Tiffany Hayes (177-1989, college: UConn) who helped to win the game recording 23 points. The former international center Quanitra Hollingsworth (196-1988, college: VCU) contributed with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Mersin's coach Emre Vatansever allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Canadian guard Nirra Fields (175-1993, college: UCLA) replied with 18 points and 8 rebounds and American forward Jantel Lavender (191-1988, college: Ohio St.) added 13 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for Emlak. Mersin maintains first position with 14-2 record. Newly promoted Emlak keeps the fourth place with six games lost. They share the position with Nesibe. Mersin will play against Bursa (#12) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Emlak's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Istanbul Fenerbahce. Top scorers: Mersin: T.Hayes 23+3reb+1ast, C.Gray 16+4reb+5ast, Q.Hollingsworth 14+13reb, D.Bonner 8+9reb+2ast, G.Fitik 3+1reb+2ast, A.Yalcin 3+1reb+1ast Emlak: N.Fields 18+8reb+2ast, J.Lavender 13+10reb+5ast, M.Walker 9+4reb+1ast, B.Caglar 8+10reb+4ast, M.Ari 6+2reb+1ast, G.Yavuz 3+2reb+1ast Besiktas - Galatasaray 65-81 The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Istanbul: Galatasaray (#3) and Besiktas (#8). Besiktas was smashed at home by 16 points 65-81 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Besiktas. They outrebounded Besiktas 41-24 including a 31-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Galatasaray looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American center Azura Stevens (198-1996, college: UConn) fired a double-double by scoring 27 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. The former international center Teaira McCowan (201-1996, college: MSU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists. American point guard Dana Evans (168-1998, college: Louisville) produced 25 points and 7 assists and her fellow American import forward Monique Billings (192-1996, college: UCLA) added 15 points respectively for lost side. Besiktas' coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Galatasaray (13-3) have an impressive six-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Fenerbahce. Besiktas at the other side keeps the eighth position with nine games lost. Galatasaray is looking forward to face Hatay (#7) at home in the next round where they are favorite. Besiktas will have a break next round. Top scorers: Galatasaray: A.Stevens 27+14reb+2ast, T.McCowan 13+14reb+6ast, K.Nacickaite 12+4reb+6ast, I.Alben 8+1reb+5ast, T.Canitez 7, M.Yildizhan 6+3ast Besiktas: D.Evans 25+3reb+7ast, M.Billings 15+2reb, T.Reimer 12+3reb+1ast, E.Bayram 6+8reb+2ast, M.Uzunoglu 5+6reb+1ast, I.Topuz 2 |
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WBBL is at the halfway of the Regular Season and there are still another 12 rounds left. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. An interesting game for Riders (8-1) which hosted in Leicester one of their biggest challengers Hatters (7-2). Second ranked Riders had an easy win 84-64. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Hatters. Riders had a 36-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists. It was a good game for international Hannah Robb (168-1998) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds. American power forward Ashley Harris-Arlen (187-1990, college: WSC) contributed with 22 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Forward Karly Murphy (185, college: Colorado St.) replied with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 16 rebounds for Hatters. Hatters' coach rotated eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Riders have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 8-1 record having just one point less than leader London L. Hatters at the other side keep the third place with two games lost. Riders are looking forward to face Palatinates (#10) in Durham in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Hatters will play at home against Eagles (#8) and are hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. WBBL top team - London L. (8-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed eighth ranked Eagles (3-6) in Newcastle 123-43. Worth to mention a quality performance of international guard Shanice Beckford-Norton (173-1997, college: LSU) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 8 rebounds and Holly Winterburn who added 19 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists during the contest. London L.'s coach Mark Clark felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was American power forward Kat Nolan (185-1998, college: Loyola, IL) with 18 points and 8 rebounds. Undefeated London L. have an impressive seven-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 8-0 record. Eagles at the other side dropped to the seventh place with six games lost. They share the position with Cardiff MA.. London L. will play against Wildcats (#9) in Nottingham in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Eagles will play on the road against Hatters in Sheffield and hope to get back on the winning track. Bottom-ranked Mystics is still unable to win any game. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their ninth consecutive match to fifth ranked Suns (7-3) 80-59 on Sunday evening. The winners were led by Araion Bradshaw who scored that evening 21 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals. Suns' coach Leonard Busch felt very confident using entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 21 points and 7 rebounds by Samantha Keltos did not help to save the game for Mystics. Suns have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Loser Mystics still closes the standings with nine games lost. Suns will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Mystics will play against Wolves (#11) in St Albans and hope to get finally their first victory. There were no big surprises in other games of round 12: Nottingham beat Cardiff MA. on the road 75-69. Winless Manchester M. lost to Essex R. on its own court 71-83. Caledonia G. unfortunately lost to Durham P. in a road game 67-69. The most impressive performance of 12th round was 20 points and 12 rebounds by Abbie Wolf of Caledonia G..
Manchester M. - Sevenoaks S. 59-80 Bottom-ranked Mystics is still unable to win any game. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their ninth consecutive match to fifth ranked Suns (7-3) 80-59 on Sunday evening. Suns forced 23 Mystics turnovers and outrebounded them 39-27 including 30 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by American guard Araion Bradshaw (168-1996, college: Dayton) who scored that evening 21 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals and the former international guard Renee Busch (175-1992, college: Pennsylvania) supported her with 19 points. Suns' coach Leonard Busch felt very confident using entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 21 points and 7 rebounds by Canadian forward Samantha Keltos (190-1998, agency: DC Sports) did not help to save the game for Mystics. Guard Shaelynne Czerniecki (177-1999) added 10 points and 7 rebounds. Suns have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Loser Mystics still closes the standings with nine games lost. Suns will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Mystics will play against Wolves (#11) in St Albans and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Sevenoaks S.: A.Bradshaw 21+5reb+4ast, R.Busch 19+4reb+2ast, B.Hodges 12+7reb+1ast, S.Washington 8+4reb+3ast, J.Monakana 7+7reb+2ast, K.Julia 6+4reb+3ast Manchester M.: S.Keltos 21+7reb+2ast, L.McDerment 10+4ast, C.Shaelynne 10+7reb+2ast, R.Isobel 8+2reb+3ast, P.Adeogun 5+3reb+5ast, K.Russell 5+5reb Cardiff MA. - Nottingham 69-75 There was a small surprise when ninth ranked Wildcats (3-7) beat 7th ranked Archers (3-6) in Cardiff 75-69 on Saturday. Wildcats made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. Wildcats outrebounded Archers 50-36 including 36 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by Marl Stewart who had that evening a double-double by scoring 17 points and 19 rebounds and American guard Kayla Shaw (178-1997, college: Azusa Pacific) supported her with 22 points and 5 rebounds. Even a double-double of 10 points and 13 assists by American point guard Lauren Saiki (160-1997, college: UC Irvine) did not help to save the game for Archers. Swiss guard Shannon Hatch (178-1993, college: Calgary) added 21 points. Wildcats maintains ninth position with 3-7 record. Archers lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with six games lost. They share the position with Newcastle E.. Wildcats will meet at home league's leader London L. in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Archers will play against Gladiators (#5) in Edinburgh and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Nottingham: K.Shaw 22+5reb, S.Marl 17+19reb, I.Whittington 11+7reb+3ast, B.Ashton 9+9ast, J.Gyles 7+2reb+3ast, K.Nicholas 6+15reb+2ast Cardiff MA.: S.Hatch 21+4reb, A.Yunker 13+6reb+2ast, L.Saiki 10+3reb+13ast, L.Habling 8+5reb, B.Isabel 8+8reb+4ast, K.Kimberley 5+3reb+2ast Leicester R. - Sheffield H. 84-64 An interesting game for Riders (8-1) which hosted in Leicester one of their biggest challengers Hatters (7-2). Second ranked Riders had an easy win 84-64. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Hatters. Riders had a 36-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists. It was a good game for international Hannah Robb (168-1998) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds. American power forward Ashley Harris-Arlen (187-1990, college: WSC) contributed with 22 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Forward Karly Murphy (185, college: Colorado St.) replied with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 16 rebounds and the former international guard Georgia Gayle (175-1997, college: UCF, agency: BeoBasket) added 16 points and 4 assists in the effort for Hatters. Hatters' coach rotated eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Riders have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 8-1 record having just one point less than leader London L. Hatters at the other side keep the third place with two games lost. Riders are looking forward to face Palatinates (#10) in Durham in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Hatters will play at home against Eagles (#8) and are hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. Top scorers: Leicester R.: A.Harris-Arlen 22+9reb, H.Robb 19+10reb+3ast, K.Brown 8+2reb+4ast, F.O'Dwyer 8+4reb, B.Sarson 7+1reb+1ast, J.Eadsforth-Yaytes 7+5ast Sheffield H.: K.Murphy 22+16reb, G.Gayle 16+1reb+4ast, H.Shaw 9+8reb+2ast, H.Naylor 6+4reb+3ast, F.N 4+1reb+3ast, W.Abbey 3+1reb+2ast Newcastle E. - London L. 43-123 WBBL top team - London L. (8-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed eighth ranked Eagles (3-6) in Newcastle 123-43. London L. held Eagles to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 57.3 percent accuracy of the winners. London L. forced 35 Eagles turnovers and outrebounded them 40-24 including a 23-12 advantage in defensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 32 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Eagles' players. Worth to mention a quality performance of international guard Shanice Beckford-Norton (173-1997, college: LSU) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 8 rebounds and the former international guard Holly Winterburn (178-2000, college: UC Davis) who added 19 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists during the contest. Five London L. players scored in double figures. London L.'s coach Mark Clark felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was American power forward Kat Nolan (185-1998, college: Loyola, IL) with 18 points and 8 rebounds and her fellow American import center Antoinette Lewis (185-1999, college: USA) scored 16 points and 7 rebounds. London L. have an impressive seven-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 8-0 record. Eagles at the other side dropped to the seventh place with six games lost. They share the position with Cardiff MA.. London L. will play against Wildcats (#9) in Nottingham in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Eagles will play on the road against Hatters in Sheffield and hope to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: London L.: S.Beckford-Norton 25+8reb+1ast, H.Winterburn 19+5reb+9ast, M.Herbert-Harrigan 13+3reb+2ast, L.Vorpahl 13+4reb+5ast, K.Snytsina 12+3reb+4ast, P.Hersler 11+2reb+1ast Newcastle E.: K.Nolan 18+8reb+2ast, A.Lewis 16+7reb+2ast, M.Justinak 5+1reb+1ast, R.Bland 2+3reb+1ast, C.Gaynor 2+4reb+4ast, M.Alice 0+1reb Manchester M. - Essex R. 71-83 Very expected game when bottom-ranked Mystics (0-9) lost to sixth ranked Rebels (5-6) in Manchester 71-83 on Sunday. Rebels made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The winners were led by Daniela Turner who had that evening a double-double by scoring 16 points, 7 rebounds and 12 assists and American-South African power forward Sune Swart (190-1995, college: Bucknell) supported her with 18 points and 11 rebounds. Four Rebels players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 32 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists by Canadian forward Samantha Keltos (190-1998, agency: DC Sports) did not help to save the game for Mystics. Guard Leah McDerment (179-1996, college: UMass) added 24 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. Rebels maintains sixth position with 5-6 record. Loser Mystics still closes the standings with nine games lost. Rebels will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Mystics will play against Wolves (#11) in St Albans and look forward to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Essex R.: T.Freeman 19+5reb+4ast, S.Swart 18+11reb+1ast, T.Daniela 16+7reb+12ast, J.Mbam 12+1reb+1ast, A.Kohlhaas 9+2reb, C.Paxton 4+8reb+3ast Manchester M.: S.Keltos 32+15reb+5ast, L.McDerment 24+10reb+6ast, C.Shaelynne 15+4reb+2ast, R.Isobel 0+4reb+2ast, A.Niehues 0, G.Alejandra 0 Durham P. - Caledonia G. 69-67 There was a surprise result when eleventh ranked Palatinates (2-5) edged higher ranked Gladiators (6-2) in Durham 69-67 on Saturday. It was a great shooting night for Palatinates especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.9 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The winners were led by the former international center Harriet Ottewill-Soulsby (190-1995, college: Lafayette, agency: DC Sports) who scored that evening 28 points and 6 rebounds and American guard Jessica Wayne (175, college: Emporia St.) supported her with 13 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Even a double-double of 20 points and 12 rebounds by American power forward Abbie Wolf (193-1998, college: Northwestern) did not help to save the game for Gladiators. Her fellow American import guard Tea Adams (175-1999, college: Oregon St.) added 7 points and 12 assists. Palatinates moved-up to tenth place. Loser Gladiators dropped to the fifth position with two games lost. Palatinates will meet league's second-placed Riders in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Gladiators will play against Archers and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Durham P.: H.Ottewill-Soulsby 28+6reb+2ast, J.Wayne 13+10reb+4ast, B.Inma 8+4ast, E.Hendershot 8+10reb+6ast, E.Brault 7+1ast, C.Orieoma 5+5reb+5ast Caledonia G.: A.Wolf 20+12reb, E.McGarrahan 18+4reb, P.Elias 10+3reb, T.Adams 7+4reb+12ast, C.Handy 7+3reb, R.Lewis 3+3reb+7ast |
