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Gwizzlies on the way to ABA Playoffs - by Gianni Pascucci
The Georgia Gwizzlies prevailed over Music City Jazz, 136-115 on Sunday, Feb.19 at Clayton State University. The Jazz for two quarters were in the game. Then the 7th Power Ranked Gwizzlies unleashed a surreal pressure defense, capped off by a NBA level dunk by Darius Smith (6'5"-F, College: Paine College). "We played okay, but we got to vastly improve to advance in march ABA playoffs" states Gwizzlies boss Embry Malone . Georgia Gwizzlies record is now an impressing 11-2 and could grant a good position in the playoff grid in upcoming spring
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Avg: 20.0

Eidintas
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Alonso
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Banegas
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Lambrisca
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Brocal
19.0
Kelvin Ramirez claims Argentinian LDD weekly honour - by Eurobasket News
Talented Kelvin Ramirez (204-C/F-2003) had a great game in the last round for league's leader Obera and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 34.
The 19-year old had the game-high 21 points adding six rebounds and two assists for Obera in his team's victory, helping them to beat Comunicaciones (#19, 7-19) 78-66. It allowed Obera to consolidate first place in the Argentinian LDD. Obera have a solid 22-3 record. It was one of impressive evenings for Ramirez as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Ramirez has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (5th best: 7.7rpg) and averages solid 1.2bpg and 66.9% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Cuban swingman Marcos Chacon (194-F/G-2003, agency: Pro Sports) of Gimnasia. Chacon impressed basketball fans with 24 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists. Of course Gimnasia cruised to a 68-58 relatively comfortable win over the lower-ranked Quimsa (#9, 13-12). Gimnasia's 3rd position in the standings has not changed. His team's 18-7 record is not bad at all. Chacon is a newcomer at Gimnasia and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.3ppg (#4). He also registered 5.8 boards per game.

The third best performed player last round was Raymon Bastardo (202-C-2002) of Quimsa (#9). Bastardo scored 16 points and grabbed thirteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Bastardo's great performance Quimsa lost 58-68 to the higher-ranked Gimnasia (#3, 18-7). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing Quimsa needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 13 victories and 12 lost games. Bastardo has a great season in Argentina. After 20 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 10.1rpg (#1 in league). He also has 1.6bpg and FGP: 55.7%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Alejandro Piccart) of Ferro - 18 points and 8 rebounds
5. Amilcar Sanchez (192-SG) of Independ.O. - 23 points and 5 rebounds
6. Felipe Inyaco (192-PG-2002) of Obras - 16 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Nicolas Quiroga (191-SG-2003) of Obera - 15 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Christ Bonazebi (206-C-2002) of Gimnasia - 10 points and 7 rebounds
9. Luis Colon) of Argentino - 16 points and 6 rebounds
10. Francisco Llanos (182-G-2001) of Comunicaciones - 22 points, 3 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)

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


Regatas land Darol Hernandez-Zinenko - by Eurobasket News
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Regatas-Corrientes (La Liga) tabbed 33-year old Cuban 207cm forward Darol Hernandez-Zinenko. He started the season at BC Minsk in Belarusian Premier League. In 19 games he averaged 5.5ppg, 6.9rpg and 2.5apg.
He is a very experienced player. Hernandez-Zinenko has played also professionally in Mexico (Lenadores), Belarus (Borisfen, Grodno and BGU Minsk), Cuba (Capitalinos and Capitalinos) and Ecuador (Universidad Tecnologica Equinoc. Quito, Quevedo and Iccan). His team won Ecuadorian National League Regular Season in 2016 and 2018.
Among many awards he was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Ecuadorian National League Honorable Mention back in 2018.
2023 World Cup Qualifiers: Argentina hand Canada their first loss - by Eurobasket News
Argentina - Canada 83:72

Argentina handed Canada their first loss at the 2023 World Cup Qualifiers. The hosts defeated Canada 83-72 at Polideportivo Islas Malvinas in Mar del Plata.
Canada started with an 18-17 run, but Argentina replied with a strong 23-13 surge to take control of the game. Moreover, Argentina won the third quarter 21-19, whilst both sides nailed 22 points each in the last stanza.
Facundo Campazzo (180-PG-1991) and Nicolas Brussino (205-SF-1993) stepped up with 13 points each, whilst Carlos Delfino (198-SF-1982) brought 12. Thomas Scrubb (199-SF-1991, college: Carleton, agency: Octagon Europe) replied wit 18 points in the losing effort and Kenny Chery (180-PG-1992, college: Baylor, agency: Slash Sports) as well as Philip Scrubb (191-G-1992, college: Carleton, agency: Octagon Europe) had 12 each.

La Liga Argentina Round 35: Racing edge Pilar by three points - by Eurobasket News
Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Fourteenth-ranked Pilar (9-16) made lots of trouble for first ranked Racing (21-4) on Wednesday. The visitors from Chivilcoy managed to secure only three-point victory 71-68. However their fans expected much easier game. The best player for the winners was power forward Jose Peralta (202-1995) who scored 22 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Emilio Stucky (198-1994) chipped in 11 points and 11 rebounds. American center Dishon Lowery (200-1998, college: OKBU) produced 16 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Racing have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with 21-4 record. Newly promoted Pilar keeps the fourteenth position with 16 games lost. Racing will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Pilar will play at home against Pergamino (#7) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Zarate. Third ranked Zarate Basket faced second-ranked Ciclista. Host Zarate Basket (18-7) smashed guests from Juninense (19-8) 103-56. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Ciclista. Center Sebastian Chaine (201-1986) orchestrated the victory by scoring 21 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Damian Pineda contributed with 20 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Swingman Manuel Lambrisca (192-1997) answered with 13 points for Ciclista. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Zarate Basket. They maintain third place with 18-7 record having seven points less than leader Racing. Ciclista at the other side keeps the second position with eight games lost. Zarate Basket will play against Rocamora (#10) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ciclista will play against Lanus (#5) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
We should mention about the upset which took place in Salta, where higher ranked Montmartre (10-14) lost to fifteenth ranked Salta Basket (8-16) in a road game 80-85 on Wednesday. It was a great evening for Jara Agustin who led his team to a victory scoring 25 points and 7 rebounds. Richard Granberry responded with 16 points and 5 rebounds. Montmartre's coach Gabriel Albornoz rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Salta Basket maintains fifteenth place with 8-16 record. Newly promoted Montmartre keeps the tenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Libertad and Rivadavia. Salta Basket will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Montmartre will play against Tucuman (#16) and hope to secure a win.

Other games of round 35 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Estudiantes C. was defeated by Lanus in Buenos Aires 94-89. GELP beat Estudiantes C. at home 84-73. Parque Sur lost to Dep Viedma on the opponent's court 74-84. Dep Norte managed to outperform CAO Ceres in a home game 79-65. Parque Sur managed to beat Villa Mitre on the road 79-68. Barrio Parque crushed CAO Ceres on its own court 100-80. Pico FC was beaten by Ciclista in Juninense 88-83.



Lanus - Estudiantes C. 94-89

There was no surprise in Buenos Aires where 16th ranked Estudiantes C. (7-15) was defeated by fifth ranked Lanus (15-8) 94-89 on Monday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. It was a great evening for American forward Phil Bledsoe (198, college: GSC) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 12 rebounds. Jorge Banegas (190-1993, agency: BIG) helped adding 26 points. Five Lanus players scored in double figures. Lanus' coach Sebastian Saborido used entire bench in such tough game. Alvaro Yarza responded with 37 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds and point guard Matias Alluchon (185-2000) scored 14 points and 6 rebounds. Lanus maintains fifth place with 15-8 record. Loser Estudiantes C. keeps the sixteenth position with 15 games lost. Lanus will meet league's second-placed Ciclista in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Estudiantes C. will play against Quilmes MP (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Lanus: J.Banegas 26+3reb+3ast, P.Bledsoe 22+12reb, S.Bruera 14+13reb+1ast, L.Gorosterrazu 12+5reb+1ast, G.Mariano 10+3reb+2ast, M.Franchino 5+2reb
Estudiantes C.: Y.Alvaro 37+5reb+1ast, A.Matias 14+6reb+2ast, R.Luciano 10+2reb, R.Rattero 8+6reb+1ast, R.Banegas 8+8reb+2ast, M.Gauna 7+1reb
gschID: 1056286


GELP - Estudiantes C. 84-73

No shocking result in a game in La Plata where tenth ranked GELP (11-14) defeated 16th ranked Estudiantes C. (7-15) 84-73 on Tuesday. It was a great evening for point guard Carlos Gianella (181) who led his team to a victory scoring 25 points (was perfect 9-for-9 from the free throw line !!!). Power forward Marcos Helman (195-1999) helped adding 11 points and 10 rebounds. Point guard Matias Alluchon (185-2000) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds and Alvaro Yarza produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the third consecutive win for GELP. They moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Echague. Loser Estudiantes C. keeps the sixteenth position with 15 games lost. GELP will meet higher ranked H.Americano (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Estudiantes C. will play against Quilmes MP (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
GELP: G.Carlos 25+1reb+3ast, S.Yago 13+2reb, H.Marcos 11+10reb+2ast, A.Moreno 11+3reb+4ast, F.Vallejos 8+5reb, M.Santiago 6+5reb+1ast
Estudiantes C.: A.Matias 19+12reb+2ast, Y.Alvaro 12+10reb+2ast, S.Yaskulka 10+4reb+1ast, R.Rattero 10+6reb+1ast, R.Banegas 9+6reb+2ast, M.Gauna 7+1reb
gschID: 1056287


Dep Viedma - Parque Sur 84-74

Very expected game in Rio Negro where 17th ranked Parque Sur (5-21) was defeated by fifth ranked Dep Viedma (16-9) 84-74 on Tuesday. It was a great evening for Matias Eidintas (186-1995) who led his team to a victory scoring 28 points and 4 steals. Swingman Bernardo Ossela (195-1994) helped adding 19 points and 7 rebounds. Dep Viedma's coach Guillermo Bogliacino used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Point guard Valentin Lofrano (176-1999) responded with 16 points and 7 rebounds and forward Brian Osuna (202-2001) scored 15 points and 7 rebounds. Four Parque Sur players scored in double figures. Dep Viedma moved-up to fourth place. Parque Sur lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the seventeenth position with 21 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Dep Viedma: M.Eidintas 28+3reb+2ast, B.Ossela 19+7reb+2ast, M.Tabieres 13+4reb, M.Mariano 7+7reb+3ast, L.Gonzalez 6+5reb+2ast, E.Okenchi 3
Parque Sur: V.Lofrano 16+7reb+3ast, B.Osuna 15+7reb, G.Gervacio 10+3reb, B.Juan 10+4reb+1ast, L.Gallardo 8+1reb+1ast, D.Parmer Jr. 7+7reb+2ast
gschID: 1056288


Dep Norte - CAO Ceres 79-65

Very predictable result in Armstrong where sixth ranked Dep Norte (14-9) beat 14th ranked CAO Ceres (8-15) 79-65 on Tuesday. They outrebounded CAO Ceres 52-35 including 41 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for swingman Juan Pablo Lugrin (196-1996) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Lucas Nunez (200-1997) helped adding 18 points and 13 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). Four Dep Norte players scored in double figures. Dep Norte's coach Alejandro Cupulutti used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Point guard Facundo Gago (178-1996) responded with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and point guard Alexis Mato (184-2001) scored 19 points and 6 rebounds. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Dep Norte. They moved-up to fifth place. CAO Ceres lost their third game in a row. They keep the fourteenth position with 15 games lost. Dep Norte will meet Colon SF (#9) in the next round. CAO Ceres will play against Libertad (#12) in Sunchales and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Dep Norte: N.Lucas 18+13reb, A.Montani 17+4reb, M.Franco 17+6reb+5ast, J.Pablo Lugrin 15+12reb+4ast, C.Jeremias 8+1reb+1ast, L.Fogel 2
CAO Ceres: F.Gago 20+5reb+6ast, A.Mato 19+6reb+2ast, M.Alejo 14+2reb, P.Martinez 9+7reb+1ast, F.Facundo 3+1reb+1ast, S.Santiago 0+11reb
gschID: 1056290


Villa Mitre - Parque Sur 68-79

There was a minor upset in Bahia Blanca where 15th ranked Villa Mitre (8-14) was defeated by seventeenth ranked Parque Sur (5-21) 79-68 on Wednesday. It was a great evening for point guard Laureano Legaria (180-2000) who led his team to a victory scoring 13 points and 7 assists. Forward Lucas Gallardo (199-2001) helped adding 8 points and 10 rebounds. Four Parque Sur players scored in double figures. Point guard Jano Martinez (180-2003) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists and Valentin Duvanced (, agency: BIG) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds. Parque Sur maintains seventeenth place with 5-21 record. Loser Villa Mitre keeps the fifteenth position with 14 games lost. Parque Sur will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Villa Mitre will play against Del Progreso (#13) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Parque Sur: L.Laureano 13+3reb+7ast, G.Gervacio 13+3reb, N.Lopez 12+4reb, B.Juan 12+2reb+5ast, L.Gallardo 8+10reb+2ast, D.Parmer Jr. 6+4reb
Villa Mitre: M.Jano 16+13reb+6ast, F.Harina 14+3reb+4ast, D.Valentin 13+13reb+1ast, C.Alvaro 9+4reb+1ast, J.Bollo 8+7reb+3ast, G.Andres 6+1ast
gschID: 1056291


Salta Basket - Montmartre 85-80

We should mention about the upset which took place in Salta, where higher ranked Montmartre (10-14) lost to fifteenth ranked Salta Basket (8-16) in a road game 80-85 on Wednesday. It was a great evening for guard Jara Agustin (-1998) who led his team to a victory scoring 25 points and 7 rebounds. Diego Peralta (195-1994) helped adding 18 points and 7 rebounds. American forward Richard Granberry (203-1993, college: Virginia St.) responded with 16 points and 5 rebounds and center Nicolas Franco (204-1999) scored 9 points and 9 rebounds. Montmartre's coach Gabriel Albornoz rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Salta Basket maintains fifteenth place with 8-16 record. Newly promoted Montmartre keeps the tenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Libertad and Rivadavia. Salta Basket will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Montmartre will play against Tucuman (#16) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Salta Basket: J.Agustin 25+7reb+3ast, P.Diego 18+7reb+3ast, Y.Cuenca 11+4ast, C.Linares 9+4reb, A.Binda Facundo 9+3reb, J.Germano 6+7reb
Montmartre: R.Granberry 16+5reb, M.Gomez 13+5reb, M.Codigoni 12+2reb, N.Franco 9+9reb+2ast, J.Rodriguez 9+2reb, J.Roumec 7+4reb+1ast
gschID: 1056292


Zarate Basket - Ciclista 103-56

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Zarate. Third ranked Zarate Basket faced second-ranked Ciclista. Host Zarate Basket (18-7) smashed guests from Juninense (19-8) 103-56. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Ciclista. They outrebounded Ciclista 49-22 including a 36-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Zarate Basket players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Ciclista's players. Center Sebastian Chaine (201-1986) orchestrated the victory by scoring 21 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Swingman Damian Pineda (194-1988) contributed with 20 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Five Zarate Basket players scored in double figures. Swingman Manuel Lambrisca (192-1997) answered with 13 points and center Facundo Jerez (202-1995) added 7 points in the effort for Ciclista. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Zarate Basket. They maintain third place with 18-7 record having seven points less than leader Racing. Ciclista at the other side keeps the second position with eight games lost. Zarate Basket will play against Rocamora (#10) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ciclista will play against Lanus (#5) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Zarate Basket: A.Brocal 23+4reb+2ast, S.Chaine 21+9reb+4ast, D.Pineda 20+7reb+4ast, L.Capponi 13+1reb+2ast, I.Cuassolo 11+5reb+2ast, M.Federico 5+5reb
Ciclista: M.Lambrisca 13+4reb, P.Guido 10+1reb, B.Juan Martin 9+1reb, F.Jerez 7+4reb+2ast, L.Ignacio 6+1ast, A.Matias 6+1reb
gschID: 1056293


Barrio Parque - CAO Ceres 100-80

Everything went according to plan in Cordoba where third ranked Barrio Parque (20-4) outleveled 14th ranked CAO Ceres (8-15) 100-80 on Wednesday. Barrio Parque shot 63.1 percent from the field. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by CAO Ceres' players. It was a great evening for point guard Nahuel Buchaillot (178-2000) who led his team to a victory scoring 22 points and 7 assists. Tomas Ligorria (195-1994) helped adding 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Pablo Martinez (197-1982) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds and Alejo Mendez scored 20 points and 4 assists. Four Barrio Parque and five CAO Ceres players scored in double figures. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Barrio Parque. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Ameghino. CAO Ceres lost their third game in a row. They keep the fourteenth position with 15 games lost. Barrio Parque will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. CAO Ceres will play against Libertad (#12) in Sunchales and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Barrio Parque: B.Nahuel 22+4reb+7ast, B.Juan 20+2ast, L.Ramiro 15+4reb, T.Ligorria 12+9reb+4ast, P.Moya 10+3reb+2ast, J.Tulian 10
CAO Ceres: M.Alejo 20+3reb+4ast, P.Martinez 15+11reb+3ast, A.Mato 15+2reb+4ast, F.Gago 11+3reb+1ast, S.Santiago 11+9reb, M.Lorenzo 4+3reb
gschID: 1056294


Pilar - Racing 68-71

Fourteenth-ranked Pilar (9-16) made lots of trouble for first ranked Racing (21-4) on Wednesday. The visitors from Chivilcoy managed to secure only three-point victory 71-68. However their fans expected much easier game. The best player for the winners was power forward Jose Peralta (202-1995) who scored 22 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Emilio Stucky (198-1994) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds. American center Dishon Lowery (200-1998, college: OKBU) produced 16 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and Franco Smaniotti (194-2000) added 15 points respectively for the hosts. Four Pilar players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Racing have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with 21-4 record. Newly promoted Pilar keeps the fourteenth position with 16 games lost. Racing will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Pilar will play at home against Pergamino (#7) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win.
Top scorers:
Racing: J.Peralta 22+5reb+1ast, E.Stucky 11+11reb+2ast, T.Gomez 9+6reb+2ast, L.Ortiz 8+6reb, R.Fernandez 8+1reb+1ast, M.Matias 5+1reb+2ast
Pilar: D.Lowery 16+9reb+5ast, S.Franco 15+4reb+3ast, P.Bruna 13+5reb+2ast, M.Joaquin 12+3reb, E.Gamboa 6+1reb+4ast, T.Demogerontas 4+2reb+2ast
gschID: 1056295


Ciclista - Pico FC 88-83

There was no surprise in Juninense where 11th ranked Pico FC (10-15) was defeated by second ranked Ciclista (19-8) 88-83 on Monday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. It was a great evening for swingman Manuel Lambrisca (192-1997) who led his team to a victory scoring 41 points (!!!) and 6 steals. American guard Isaac Thornton (193-1991, college: Fairmont St.) helped adding 15 points and 6 rebounds. Cuban forward Yasmany Fundora (201-1992) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 15 rebounds and Franco Zalabardo (190-1991) scored 15 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Ciclista. They maintain second place with 19-8 record having four points less than leader Racing. Newly promoted Pico FC keeps the eleventh position with 15 games lost. Ciclista will meet at home Lanus (#5) in the next round. Pico FC will play against Del Progreso (#13) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Ciclista: M.Lambrisca 41+3reb+2ast, I.Thornton 15+6reb+2ast, L.Fernandez 14+2reb+4ast, L.Ignacio 5, F.Jerez 4+8reb, A.Matias 4
Pico FC: Z.Franco 15+6reb+1ast, Y.Fundora 14+15reb+1ast, B.Felipe 10, A.Bualo 10+2reb+4ast, A.Mpoyo 9+4reb, A.Valentin 9
gschID: 1061968




Nahuel Buchaillot claims Argentinian La Liga Argentina Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News
Nahuel Buchaillot (178-PG-2000) had a great game in the last round for league's second-best Barrio Parque and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents La Liga Argentina Player of the Week award for round 34.
The 22-year old playmaker had the game-high 19 points adding five rebounds and six assists for Barrio Parque in his team's victory, helping them to beat Libertad (#12, 10-14) 80-68. Barrio Parque is placed at 2nd position in Argentinian La Liga Argentina. They are still close to the very top. Barrio Parque would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 20-4 record. It's Buchaillot's second year at Barrio Parque and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Nahuel Buchaillot averages this season 15.4ppg and 4.5apg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young guard Francisco Conrradi (191-G-2003) of Montmartre. Conrradi impressed basketball fans with 18 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists. Bad luck as Montmartre lost that game 84-95 to Rivadavia (10-14). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the top position in Conferencia Norte. Montmartre keeps 10th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 10-14 record. Conrradi is a newcomer at Montmartre and despite he is not a team leader yet, every game he becomes more reliable player. Hopefully performances like the last one will happen more often.

The third best performed player last round was Facundo Sanz (197-F-1996, agency: BIG) of Del Progreso (#13). Sanz showcased his all-around game by recording 15 points, eight rebounds and eight assists in the last round. He was a key player of Del Progreso, leading his team to a 102-69 easy win against the lower-ranked Parque Sur (#17, 5-21). The chances of Del Progreso ranking at the top of Conferencia Sur, however are very questionable as they have already lost 13 games, recording just nine victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Sanz could help Del Progreso to bring them higher in the standings. Sanz has a very solid season. In 22 games in Argentina he scored 12.9ppg. He also has 6.8rpg and FGP: 60.1%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Agustin Carnovale (192-SG-1986) of San Isidro - 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Franco Montemagio (185-G-2002) of Dep Norte - 23 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists
6. Santiago Assum (194-F/G-1998) of San Isidro - 24 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Agustin Bualo (182-G-1995) of Pico FC - 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Christopher Hooper (198-PF-1991) of San Isidro - 21 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Alejo Barrales (174-PG-1991) of Racing - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists
10. Juan Bollo (203-C-1992) of Villa Mitre - 17 points and 7 rebounds

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

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


Parque Sur between life and death in La Liga - by Roberto Dorta
If a professional competition generates excitement, in the vast majority is for the Championship, In thinking, for example in our Liga Argentina that being champion you can access the elite of Basketball by ascending to the Liga Nacional.
The 1st category is the dream of many, but for others the emotion also passes through another competition that none aspires to be: The descent.
In the past many team leaders only cared about putting together teams that fit their budgets, allowing them to navigate the competition winning at home more than could be lost and above all , looking to leave a good image. This season after a long pause that vision ended.
This year with 34 teams in the League, an interesting decision was made: Relegation to the teams that occupy the last place of each conference at the end of the regular round.
For the South the main threatened is Parque Sur de Concepcion del Uruguay de Concepcion del Uruguay, while for the North the threatened and debutant Sarmiento de Resistencia.
The Entre Rios'team hasn't had them with them since last season: many injuries, low performance of foreign reinforcements, reinforcements that have done the job but left, things that are not in the flight plan, but they affect over almost 5 months of competition.
Ivan Paolazzi at the start of the season told us: This season I hope to have a longer roster. There are youths who come having minutes. The bet was not easy but in October the joy and illusion seemed that the dream could be real: Start 3-2 with 3 wins in a row at home against Hispano, Pilar and Estudiantes. Considering that in the debut they lost to Zarate very open score, but the defeat against Lanus at home had been fought until the last minute.
With a Taurus Adams who seemed to be the player that with Valentin Lofrano (176-PG-1999) would carry recent history and lead them to have a different year.
Things went south, suddenly the injuries began to fall, the defeats began to arrive, the no return of Adams after the holidays that had been his key offensive was an absence difficult to replace, and a fateful classic against Rocamora on 13th November are several elements that have tackled the aspirations of the team.
A record of 1-18 since that classic, they have been the cross that has not been able to lift the frame and seeing the table with 8 games to finish the regular round begins to generate doubts.
He has 4 games left at home, 4 on the road with the opportunity to meet his direct rival: Estudiantes Concordia. At home before Zarate, Rocamora, Villa Mitre and Pergamino; while visiting will see Deportivo Viedma, Villa Mitre, Hispano and Estudiantes.
The biggest complication, obviously, is that it doesn't just happen to win, it happens to win and combine it with defeats of Estudiantes, which seems complicated.
For his part those led by Fernando Malara, things do not look so complex: he has improved in rhythm and at stake beating Ciclista and Pilar in their last checks. You have 2-8 in your last 10 and are having great performances by figures like Matias Alluchon or Alvaro Yarza.
Estudiante's calendar goes by visiting in 6 games and receiving at home 4. They are two more games but the standings have Concordia with 7-15 while the Concepcion of Uruguay are 4-20.
Very difficult the road for the South Park, but as long as they have desire and professionalism they will continue to fight until the last day of the season to avoid the loss of the category, something that hurts a lot for the great mystique and quality that the boys of El Gigante print a court that we hope soon can live better moments.


Fernandez's claw and discipline give him the Most Valuable of the 5th week of 2023 - by Roberto Dorta
Bautista Fernandez (195-F-2001) key player in the great comeback that Atletico Echague Parana is having in this stage of the Liga Argentina has been selected as the MVP of the 5th week of the Liga Argentina 2022-23 for the period between 13 and 19 February 2023.
The base recorded 20 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists against Ameghino, in a victory that had as high value the defensive work that could generate to limit the options of their rivals. And on the other hand before Libertad where I register 17 units with 2 assists. His game is flowing and the defensive personality he has given his work has helped his team to be a very competitive group this season.
Atletico Echague Parana comes from winning 4 of the last 5 games and are already in positions to play the reclassification directly.
It is important to note that the claw in defense of those led by Oscar Bonell have allowed the public of Parana to feel the opportunity to think about a post season, after a last very gray campaign for the Entre Rios franchise.
Other players considered for the award were:
Matias Eidintas (186-SG-1995) - Viedma :
24 points and 7 rebounds vs. Cyclist
18 points and 5 rebounds vs. Scroll
13 points and 5 rebounds vs. Racing

Abel Trejo (204-C-1990) - Rivadavia:
6 points and 14 rebounds vs. Tucuman
6 points and 9 rebounds vs. Jachal
16 points and 4 rebounds vs. Montmartre

Phil Bledsoe (198-F, college: GSC) - Lanus:
29 points and 8 rebounds vs. Rocamora
14 points and 11 rebounds vs. Pilar

Santiago Assum (194-F/G-1998) - San Isidro:
16 points and 3 rebounds vs. CAO
24 points and 5 rebounds vs. Independent

The prize for the Most Valuable of the week is a task that is performed from Balonalaire , being the 5th week that is awarded to a player of the Argentine League in this season 2022-23.
It is important to note that for 3 seasons, Balonalaire next to the Eurobasket portal, we have been recognizing the performance of players and coaches, generating the awards of Most Valuable, Team All stars and Coach of the year in the Liga Argentina.


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ARMENIA  
Gladiadores add Nickelberry to their roster, ex Erebuni - by Eurobasket News
Gladiadores-de-Anzoategui (SPB) added to their roster 24-year old American swingman David Nickelberry (201cm-95kg-1998, college: Buffalo) for season 2023. Nickelberry played last season at Erebuni in Armenian League A. In 8 games he recorded very impressive stats: 20.8ppg, 10.6rpg and 2.6apg. He helped them to win the league title and they also played in the Supercup final.
Nickelberry graduated from University of Buffalo in 2021 and it will be his second season as a professional player.

SPB 2023 - Gladiadores add Nickelberry to their roster, ex Erebuni - by Francisco Vega
Gladiadores-de-Anzoategui (SPB) added to their roster 24-year old American swingman David Nickelberry (201cm-95kg-1998, college: Buffalo) for season 2023. Nickelberry played last season at Erebuni in Armenian League A. In 8 games he recorded very impressive stats: 20.8ppg, 10.6rpg and 2.6apg. He helped them to win the league title and they also played in the Supercup final.
Nickelberry graduated from University of Buffalo in 2021 and it will be his second season as a professional player.

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AUSTRALIA  
D1 Standings

U20 Championship Standings

Australian National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center
Starting five
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Isaac Humphries
Humphries
Nathan Sobey
Sobey
Nick Kay
Kay
Mitchell McCarron
McCarron
Todd Blanchfield
Blanchfield
#e#5
1Nick Marshall 196-F-1999 Mt Gambier Australia
2Alexander Toohey 201-F-2004 BA CoE Australia
4Kyle Adnam 186-G-1993 SE Melbourne Australia
7Isaac Humphries 216-C-1998 Melbourne Australia
8Mitch Norton 184-G-1993 Perth Australia
9Nathan Sobey 190-G-1990 Brisbane Australia
11Nick Kay 206-PF-1992 Shimane SM Japan
10Mitchell McCarron 189-G-1992 Adelaide Australia
12Todd Blanchfield 198-F/G-1991 Perth Australia
21Daniel Grida 195-G/F-1998 Illawarra Australia
22Mason Peatling 203-F-1997 Melbourne Australia
25Rhys Vague 206-F-1996 Kagawa FA Japan

Dean Vickerman Head Coach Melbourne Australia
Robert McKinlay Assistant
James Pearlman Assistant Adelaide Australia


Abidjan Basket Club signs Alex Robinson - by Eurobasket News
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Abidjan-Basket-Club (National 1) signed 27-year old American point guard Alex Robinson (185cm-82kg-1995, college: TCU) for upcoming 2023 season. Robinson played last summer at Knox Raiders in Australian NBL1 South. In 23 NBL1 North games he had very impressive stats: 17.1ppg, 5.7rpg, 4.8apg and 1.8spg.
He has played on three different continents (Europe, Australia and of course North America). Robinson has played previously professionally in Austria (BC Vienna), NBA (Cleveland Cavaliers) and NBA G League (SLC Stars, Santa Cruz Warriors, Fort Wayne Mad Ants, Iowa Wolves and Cleveland Charge).
He won NIT championship title in 2017.
Robinson graduated from Texas Christian University in 2019 and it will be his fifth season as a professional player.

Abidjan Basket Club signs Alex Robinson, ex Knox R. - by Eurobasket News
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Abidjan-Basket-Club (National 1) signed 27-year old American point guard Alex Robinson (185cm-82kg-1995, college: TCU) for upcoming 2023 season. Robinson played last summer at Knox Raiders in Australian NBL1 South. In 23 NBL1 North games he had very impressive stats: 17.1ppg, 5.7rpg, 4.8apg and 1.8spg.
He has played on three different continents (Europe, Australia and of course North America). Robinson has played previously professionally in Austria (BC Vienna), NBA (Cleveland Cavaliers) and NBA G League (SLC Stars, Santa Cruz Warriors, Fort Wayne Mad Ants, Iowa Wolves and Cleveland Charge).
He won NIT championship title in 2017.
Robinson graduated from Texas Christian University in 2019 and it will be his fifth season as a professional player.

Boomers defeat plucky Bahrain in FIBA World Cup Qualifier - by Eurobasket News
Australia have shrugged off a rusty start and a horrific third quarter to comfortably defeat Bahrain 83-51 in their men's basketball World Cup Asian qualifier in Melbourne. The Boomers fell into a surprise early hole in Thursday night's Group F clash against 84th-ranked Bahrain at the State Basketball Centre, before restoring order with a 27-5 second term. Coming off a quiet season with Perth, veteran Todd Blanchfield (198-F/G-1991) top-scored with 20 points while centre Isaac Humphries (216-C-1998, college: Kentucky) notched 18 in his first game in the green-and-gold since 2019. Naturalised American power forward Wayne Chism (206-PF-1987, college: Tennessee) (15 points) and zippy sixth man Haji (14) led the way for Bahrain, who held strong for large stretches and were certainly not embarrassed. World No.3 Australia easily won the previous clash between the two teams by 54 points at the Khalifa Sports Stadium last August. But they received an early jolt this time when Bahrain burst out to a 14-8 lead. The tourists still led 19-18 late in the opening stanza before the Aussies cranked up the defensive pressure and went on a 23-0 spree either side of quarter-time. Blanchfield had 13 points in barely three minutes as Bahrain momentarily fell to pieces. But Australia's commanding 52-24 halftime lead was trimmed to 59-43 at the final change after Chism and Haji helped Bahrain dominate the third term 19-7. Inexplicably, the Boomers went ice cold, missing 16 of their 17 shots for the quarter as they were out-rebounded 15-9. Their struggles didn't last though as Blanchfield and Humphries got rolling in the fourth, joined by captain Nick Kay (206-PF-1992, college: MSU Denver) and his fellow Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Nathan Sobey (190-G-1990, college: Wyoming). They helped Australia recapture the momentum with a 24-8 final term. The Boomers, who have already booked their spot in the World Cup starting in August, take on Kazakhstan in the last qualifier on Sunday.
Courtesy of: espn.com

U20 And Ivor Burge National Championships 2023 Wrap Up - by Eurobasket News
U20 and Ivor Burge National Championships have been hotly contested in Geelong over the past six days. We had seven teams compete in the tournament, across Under 20 Men's and Women's and Ivor Burge Men and Ivor Burge 3 x 3 Women's competitions. Our Victorian teams had some stand out performances with our Under 20 Vic Women, Ivor Burge Vic Women and Ivor Burge Men all making it to their respective Grand Finals, while our Under 20 Men won the right to play for a bronze medal.
Ivor Burge Women- Gold
Ivor Burge Men- Silver
Under 20 Women- Silver
Under 20 Men- Bronze

There were also individual standout performances by our Ivor Burge athletes, with Montana Haag winning MVP for the women's competition and Jack Innella winning Best Defensive Player for the men's competition. Our Navy Women's team and Navy Men's team can also hold their heads high with the grit and determination they brought to the court throughout the tournament, both teams just missing out on the chance to play for a medal. Congratulations to those who medalled and thank you to all the athletes, coaches, support staff, officials, volunteers and family who represented us proud all week at a great event.
Courtesy of: basketballvictoria.com.au
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AUSTRIA  
EuroBasket 2025 Pre-Qualifiers: Poland beat Austria in Sosnowiec - by Eurobasket News
Poland - Austria 87:72

Poland beat Austria 87-72 in Sosnowiec at the EuroBasket 2025 Pre-Qualifiers. The hosts grabbed a 26-21 lead at the start and added a massive 31-17 surge in the second period. Austria managed to reduce with a 19-14 run, whilst the home side won the last period 16-15.
Aleksander Balcerowski (218-C-2000, agency: BeoBasket) stepped up with 25 points for the winners and Michal Michalak (196-G/F-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) notched 10. Rasid Mahalbasic (210-C-1990, agency: BeoBasket) replied with 22 points for the guests and Luka Brajkovic (211-F-1999, college: Davidson) produced 10.

Austrian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
#s#
Sebastian Kaeferle
Kaeferle
Renato Poljak
Poljak
Benedikt Guettl
Guettl
Jakob Lohr
Lohr
Rasid Mahalbasic
Mahalbasic
#e#5
2Lukas Simoner 190-G/F-1999 UBSC Graz Austria
7Sebastian Kaeferle 185-G-1996 Oberwart Austria
8Fynn Schott 203-F/C-2006 Furstenfeld Austria
15Aleksej Kostic 192-G-2005 Arkadia Austria
16Renato Poljak 202-F-1997 Oberwart Austria
20Jakob Szkutta 188-G-1999 Timberwolves Austria
21Benedikt Guettl 190-G-1994 Gmunden Austria
22Jakob Lohr 195-F-2002 Timberwolves Austria
24Rasid Mahalbasic 210-C-1990 Burgos Spain
33Omer Suljanovic 201-F-2005 Reggio Emilia Italy
35Luka Brajkovic 211-F-1999 Rio Breogan Spain
77Timo Lanmueller 192-SG-2001 Tuebingen Germany

Christopher O'Shea Head Coach Klosterneuburg Austria
Benedikt Danek Assistant


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BAHAMAS  
NPBA Stats Leaders
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Musgrove_Dylan

Giants
(190-G/F-)
Avg: 21.6

Musgrove
21.6
Munnings
19.7
Bain
18.0
Rigby
16.7
Sylvestre
16.6
Bahamas NPBA round 16 best performance: William Rigby - by Eurobasket News
William Rigby had an amazing evening in the last round for second-ranked Shockers, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 16.
The player was the main contributor (22 points, nine rebounds and six assists) to his team's victory, helping them to outclass Rebels (#4, 2-8) with 39-point margin 114-75. Shockers maintains the 2nd position in their group in Bahamas NPBA. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Shockers will need more victories to improve their 7-4 record. In the team's last game Rigby had a remarkable 81.8% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Shockers, through which he has constantly improved. William Rigby has solid league stats. He is in league's top in points (4th best: 16.7ppg) and averages impressive 3.3spg and 51.7% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was Arlington Brown of Tucker Boys. Brown had a very good evening with a double-double of 15 points and 16 rebounds. Of course he led Tucker Boys to another comfortable win outscoring slightly higher-ranked Zulu MM (#5, 0-10) 100-67. Tucker Boys' 5th position in Vince Ferguson Division has not changed. 8 lost games are too many comparing to just two victories Tucker Boys managed to get this year. Brown is a newcomer at Tucker Boys and despite he is not a team leader yet, every game he becomes more reliable player. Hopefully performances like the last one will happen more often.

Third on the list of top players last round was guard Stephan Burrows (186-G-1992) of Zulu MM (#5). Burrows scored 23 points. Despite Burrows' great performance Zulu MM lost 67-100 to slightly higher-ranked Tucker Boys (#5, 2-8). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Zulu MM can only dream about fighting for top spots in Vince Ferguson Division. They have awful season losing so far all 10 games. Burrows has a very solid season. In 5 games in Bahamas he scored 13.8ppg. Burrows attended one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Spurgeon Johnson (G) of Shockers - 31 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Dominique Fernander) of Shockers - 22 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Rameno King) of Shockers - 10 points, 18 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Dave Davis) of Sand Dollar - 18 points and 13 rebounds
8. Deniro Kemp) of Rebels - 27 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Kieran Mortimer) of Tucker Boys - 11 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists
10. Van Hutchinson (193-G) of Sand Dollar - 16 points, 17 rebounds and 7 assists

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

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


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BAHRAIN  
Bahrain National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center
Starting five
#s#
Wayne Chism
Chism
Ali Rashed
Rashed
Maitham Isa
Isa
Subah Azzam
Azzam
Ali Kadhem
Kadhem
#e#5
2Wayne Chism 206-PF-1987 Bahrain Club Bahrain
3Ahmed Haji 175-PG-1994 Al-Manama Bahrain
6Ali Rashed 181-PG-2000 Al-Manama Bahrain
7Maitham Isa 182-G-1990 Al-Ahli Bahrain
8Mohamed Qambar 196-F-2004 Al-Manama Bahrain
10Subah Azzam 197-F/C-1993 Al-Ahli Bahrain
17Ali Kadhem 185-G-2000 Al-Najma Bahrain
23Mohammed Hamooda 198-PF-1995 Al-Manama Bahrain
34Ali Hasanov 188-SG-2004 NTD Azerbaijan
77Ahmed Bindayneh 179-PG-2002 Al-Hala Bahrain
99Alwatheq Alhassan 189-G-1999 Al-Hala Bahrain

Racem Marzougui Head Coach Al-Manama Bahrain


Boomers defeat plucky Bahrain in FIBA World Cup Qualifier - by Eurobasket News
Australia have shrugged off a rusty start and a horrific third quarter to comfortably defeat Bahrain 83-51 in their men's basketball World Cup Asian qualifier in Melbourne. The Boomers fell into a surprise early hole in Thursday night's Group F clash against 84th-ranked Bahrain at the State Basketball Centre, before restoring order with a 27-5 second term. Coming off a quiet season with Perth, veteran Todd Blanchfield (198-F/G-1991) top-scored with 20 points while centre Isaac Humphries (216-C-1998, college: Kentucky) notched 18 in his first game in the green-and-gold since 2019. Naturalised American power forward Wayne Chism (206-PF-1987, college: Tennessee) (15 points) and zippy sixth man Haji (14) led the way for Bahrain, who held strong for large stretches and were certainly not embarrassed. World No.3 Australia easily won the previous clash between the two teams by 54 points at the Khalifa Sports Stadium last August. But they received an early jolt this time when Bahrain burst out to a 14-8 lead. The tourists still led 19-18 late in the opening stanza before the Aussies cranked up the defensive pressure and went on a 23-0 spree either side of quarter-time. Blanchfield had 13 points in barely three minutes as Bahrain momentarily fell to pieces. But Australia's commanding 52-24 halftime lead was trimmed to 59-43 at the final change after Chism and Haji helped Bahrain dominate the third term 19-7. Inexplicably, the Boomers went ice cold, missing 16 of their 17 shots for the quarter as they were out-rebounded 15-9. Their struggles didn't last though as Blanchfield and Humphries got rolling in the fourth, joined by captain Nick Kay (206-PF-1992, college: MSU Denver) and his fellow Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Nathan Sobey (190-G-1990, college: Wyoming). They helped Australia recapture the momentum with a 24-8 final term. The Boomers, who have already booked their spot in the World Cup starting in August, take on Kazakhstan in the last qualifier on Sunday.
Courtesy of: espn.com

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BALKAN LEAGUE  
Jones' 28 points and 8 rebounds give him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News
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25-year old guard Curtis Jones (195-G-1997) had a great game in the last round for Bashkimi and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 9.
He had the game-high 28 points adding eight rebounds for Bashkimi in his team's victory, helping them to beat Beroe (#4, 3-4) 89-80. Bashkimi maintains the 5th position in Balkan League . Bashkimi is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 2-4 record. In the team's last game Jones had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be Bashkimi's top player in his first season with the team. The Pennsylvania State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Jones is in league's top in points (3rd best: 17.0ppg) and averages solid 55.6% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Samardo Samuels (206-F/C-1989). He is Jamaican forward in his first season at Bashkimi. In the last game Samuels recorded impressive 23 points and 9 rebounds. It was enough for Bashkimi to edge slightly lower-ranked Levski (#6, 1-6) by 5 points 84-79. Bashkimi's 5th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 2-4 record. Samuels is a newcomer at Bashkimi and quickly became one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to guard Kelsey Barlow (196-G-1991) of Beroe (#4). Barlow showcased his all-around game by recording 18 points, eleven rebounds (!!!) and six assists in the last round. Despite Barlow's great performance Beroe lost 80-89 to slightly lower-ranked Bashkimi (#5, 2-4). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Beroe ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 4 games, recording just three victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Barlow could help Beroe to bring them higher in the standings. Barlow has a very solid season. In 2 games in Balkan League he scored 16.5ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Daniel Lekndreaj (192-F-1997) of Bashkimi - 18 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Joaquin Shuchman (193-G/F-1995) of H.Be'er Sheva - 18 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Ben Eisenhardt (208-C-1990) of H.Be'er Sheva - 11 points and 11 rebounds
7. Asen Velikov (188-PG-1986) of Levski - 17 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists
8. Ron Zipper (192-G-2003) of H.Be'er Sheva - 24 points and 3 rebounds
9. Fisnik Rugova (207-C/F-1989) of Bashkimi - 16 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Dajuan Graf (185-PG-1992) of Bashkimi - 13 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists

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

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


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BASKETBALL AFRICA LEAGUE  
Abidjan Basket Club signs Alex Robinson - by Eurobasket News
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Abidjan-Basket-Club (National 1) signed 27-year old American point guard Alex Robinson (185cm-82kg-1995, college: TCU) for upcoming 2023 season. Robinson played last summer at Knox Raiders in Australian NBL1 South. In 23 NBL1 North games he had very impressive stats: 17.1ppg, 5.7rpg, 4.8apg and 1.8spg.
He has played on three different continents (Europe, Australia and of course North America). Robinson has played previously professionally in Austria (BC Vienna), NBA (Cleveland Cavaliers) and NBA G League (SLC Stars, Santa Cruz Warriors, Fort Wayne Mad Ants, Iowa Wolves and Cleveland Charge).
He won NIT championship title in 2017.
Robinson graduated from Texas Christian University in 2019 and it will be his fifth season as a professional player.

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BELARUS  
Belarusian Premier League round 23 best performance: Darrious Agnew (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News
American Forward Darrious Agnew (203-F-1999) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for top-ranked Borisfen, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 23.
The 23-year old player had a double-double of 20 points and 16 rebounds, while his team crushed Tsmoki II (#4, 8-12) with 24-point margin 85-61. It allowed Borisfen to consolidate first place in the Belarusian Premier League. Borisfen have a solid 18-3 record. Agnew turned to be Borisfen's top player in his first season with the team. Former Alcorn State University star has very solid stats this year. Agnew is in league's top in points (6th best: 15.1ppg), rebounds (3rd best: 9.5rpg) and averages impressive 50.3% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young Ruslan Pishcheyko (198-F-1998) of Rubon. Pishcheyko had a very good evening with 23 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Of course Rubon cruised to a 81-72 relatively comfortable win over slightly lower-ranked Impuls BGUIR (#5, 6-14). Rubon's 3rd position in Group A has not changed. His team's 14-9 record is not bad at all. Pishcheyko is one of the most experienced players at Rubon and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third on the list of top players last round was international guard Siarhei Vabishchevich (191-G-1988) of Impuls BGUIR (#5). Vabishchevich got into 30-points club by scoring 32 points in the last round. He went also for seven rebounds and seven assists. Despite Vabishchevich's great performance Impuls BGUIR lost 72-81 to slightly higher-ranked Rubon (#3, 14-9). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Impuls BGUIR not to end season at such low position in Group A, however are less than slim as they have already lost 14 games, recording just six victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Vabishchevich could try to bring Impuls BGUIR's a little bit higher in the standings. Vabishchevich has individually a great season in Belarus. After 14 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 18.1ppg (best scorer) and assists with 7.3apg (2nd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Victor Ovsepyan (202-F-1991) of Rubon - 15 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Maksim Miroshnichenko (182-PG-1996) of Borisfen - 15 points, 2 rebounds and 9 assists
6. Anton Shchurko (188-G-1997) of Rubon - 11 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Ivan Terehov (199-PF-2003) of Tsmoki II - 14 points and 10 rebounds
8. Konstantin Satsuk (193-G-2000) of Rubon - 13 points and 6 rebounds
9. Anton Vashkevich (204-C-1994) of Impuls BGUIR - 5 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Artsiom Malkou (190-G-1988) of Borisfen - 10 points, 3 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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BELGIUM  
D2 Stats Leaders
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Tomsick_Nick_1

Kortrijk
(183-G-1991)
Avg: 22.9

Tomsick
22.9
Bonsenge
19.6
Schelkens
18.5
Chada
18.4
Blanchart
18.0
Gebbert's 22 points and 8 rebounds give him Hoops Agents Top Division I Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News
21-year old forward Noah Gebbert (195-F-2001) put on an amazing game in the last round for league's best team Waregem and receives a Hoops Agents Top Division I Player of the Week award for round 2 (Second Stage).
He had the game-high 22 points adding eight rebounds for Waregem in his team's victory, helping them to beat Kontich (#7, 0-1), Second Stage bottom-ranked team 68-59. It allowed Waregem to take over top position in the Belgian Top Division I. But it's just the very beginning of the Second Stage and Waregem won just one (their first) game. It's too early to say anything as the standings can be changed completely after next round. In the team's last game Gebbert had a remarkable four three-pointers out of 9 attempts. It's his second year at Waregem and it's hard to imagine this team without him.

Second best performed player last round was Jean-Patrick Nyamsi (198-C-1993) of Gembo BBC. He is Cameroonian center in his first season at Gembo BBC. In the last game Nyamsi recorded impressive 25 points and 7 rebounds. Bad luck as Gembo BBC lost that game 61-81 to Kortrijk (1-0). The Second Stage is still at the very beginning and this lost game may not be such crucial, of course if they start win the games. Let's wait for the next round. Nyamsi is a newcomer at Gembo BBC and quickly became one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Amaury Marion (196-F-1991) of Royal Brussels (#6). Marion scored 28 points and grabbed nine rebounds. Despite Marion's great performance Royal Brussels lost 81-85 to Giants B (#3, 1-0). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. Marion has individually a great season in Belgium. After 15 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.1ppg (7th best). He also has 2.3spg and FGP: 56.4%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Toon Wesenbeek (200-C-1997) of Lommel - 19 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Matts De Keuster (198-PF-1999) of Lommel - 22 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Niels De Ridder (195-PF-2001) of Kortrijk - 19 points and 7 rebounds
7. Senne Geukens (193-SF-1983) of LDP Donza - 17 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Robbe Naudts (198-PF-1990) of Kortrijk - 12 points and 6 rebounds
9. Rik Van den Berghe (206-C-1993) of LDP Donza - 19 points and 8 rebounds
10. Sean Pouedet (188-PG-2003) of Kortrijk - 10 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)

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


Oostende inks Nikola Jovanovic - by Peter Buyse
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Filou-Oostende (Pro Basketball League) signed 29-year old Serbian ex-international power forward Nikola Jovanovic (211cm-107kg-1994, college: USC, agency: BeoBasket). Jovanovic started the season at N.Novgorod in Russian VTB United League. In 20 games he had 3.5ppg and 2.1rpg.
He has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2016.
Jovanovic was also a member of Serbian international program for some years. He played for Serbian Senior National Team between 2018 and 2019 and previously for University National Team back in 2015.
Jovanovic also represented Serbia at the World University Games in Gwangju (South Korea) eight years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: 4.4ppg, 2.1rpg.
He is quite experienced player. Jovanovic has played also professionally in Bosnia (Igokea), Italy (Trento), Serbia (Crvena Zvezda) and NBA G League (Grand Rapids Gold and Westchester Knicks).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his college team won Bosnia and Herzegovina Cup in 2021.
He graduated from University of Southern California in 2016 and it is his seventh season as a professional player.

Jesse Waleson (ex Oostende) agreed terms with Zwolle - by Peter Buyse
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Landstede-Hammers-Zwolle (DBL) strengthened their roster with addition of 21-year old Dutch 211cm center Jesse Waleson. Waleson started the season at Filou Oostende in Belgian Pro Basketball League. But in 6 games he recorded just 1.3ppg and 1.0rpg. He also played 14 games in BNXT League where he averaged 3.9ppg and 2.5rpg. The last season he played also at Oostende in Belgium league. In only one Basketball Champions League game he did not score anything. Waleson also played 10 games in BNXT League where he had 3.4ppg and 2.5rpg. He helped them to end the regular season as a second best team in the league.
Waleson represented Holland at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 in Greece four years ago. His stats at that event were 4 games: 3.0ppg, 2.3rpg.
He has played also professionally for other Belgian teams like Kangoeroes and Gistel Oostende. Waleson's team won BNXT Supercup in 2022 and 2023.

Belgian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Belgian National Team 2023
#s#
Emmanuel Lecomte
Lecomte
Milan Samardzic
Samardzic
Jonathan Tabu
Tabu
Kevin Tumba
Tumba
Alexandre Libert
Libert
#e#5
4Emmanuel Lecomte 180-PG-1995 Buducnost Montenegro
7Milan Samardzic 190-G-1999 Charleroi Belgium
9Jonathan Tabu 189-PG-1985 Vanoli Cremona Italy
16Kevin Tumba 206-C/F-1991 Liege Belgium
18Alexandre Libert 187-PG-1990 Charleroi Belgium
21Vrenz Bleijenbergh 208-F-2000 Oostende Belgium
22Vincent Kesteloot 198-F-1995 Heidelberg Germany
25Haris Bratanovic 208-C-2001 Oostende Belgium
28Thijs De Ridder 203-F-2003 Antwerp Belgium
29Siebe Ledegen 199-F-2003 Aalst Belgium
35Thibault Vanderhaegen 202-PF-1998 Leuven Belgium
37Xander Pintelon 208-PF-2003 Oostende Belgium

Dario Gjergja Head Coach Oostende Belgium
Frederic Wilmot Assistant Charleroi Belgium


Top Division I Round 2 of Second Stage - by Eurobasket News
There were only 2 rounds played so far and it's still very beginning of the Second Stage in Top Division I. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Waregem defeated Kontich at home 68-59. Waregem forced 19 Kontich turnovers. Forward Noah Gebbert (195-2001) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Maxime Verspeeten (192-1994) contributed with 17 points for the winners. Lander Kuijt (192-1998) replied with 11 points and 7 rebounds for Kontich. Kontich's coach Stefan Sappenberghs rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Kontich will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest in order to get back on the winning path. Waregem will try to continue on its current victory against Oxaco in Boechout.
The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Gembo BBC in Borgerhout. Hosts were rolled over by Kortrijk 81-61. Niels De Ridder (195-2001) scored 19 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Nikolas Tomsick chipped in 15 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Cameroonian center Jean-Patrick Nyamsi (198-1993) responded with 25 points and 7 rebounds. Gembo BBC's coach tested twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Kortrijk will play against Guco Lier at home in the next round where they are favorite. Gembo BBC will play against LDP Donza to get more than just one victory in their record.
An interesting game was also tough home loss of Spirou B in a game in Charleroi versus undefeated Lommel 71-60. Matts De Keuster notched 22 points and 9 rebounds to lead the effort. Even 14 points and 6 rebounds by Lukijan Zecevic did not help to save the game for Spirou B. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lommel will meet at home Neufchateau in the next round. Spirou B will play against Limburg B and hope to win that game.

In the last two games of round 2 Royal Brussels lost to Giants B on the road 81-85. LDP Donza destroyed Guco Lier on its own court 94-73.



Gembo BBC - Kortrijk 61-81

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Gembo BBC in Borgerhout. Hosts were rolled over by Kortrijk 81-61. Niels De Ridder (195-2001) scored 19 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Croatian-American guard Nikolas Tomsick (183-1991, college: Fort Lewis) chipped in 15 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Four Kortrijk players scored in double figures. Cameroonian center Jean-Patrick Nyamsi (198-1993) responded with 25 points and 7 rebounds and forward Rafael Bogaerts (198-1993) scored 8 points and 12 rebounds. Gembo BBC's coach tested twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Kortrijk will play against Guco Lier at home in the next round where they are favorite. Gembo BBC will play against LDP Donza to get more than just one victory in their record.
Top scorers:
Gembo BBC: J.Nyamsi 25+7reb+1ast, N.Foerts 8+4reb+2ast, R.Bogaerts 8+12reb, S.Ronge 6+2reb+4ast, A.Mollekens 4+8reb, S.Yordi 3+1reb
Kortrijk: N.De Ridder 19+7reb+1ast, N.Tomsick 15+5reb+5ast, R.Naudts 12+6reb+1ast, D.Koljanin 11+3reb, P.Sean 10+6reb+2ast, Y.Brussen 7+7reb+1ast
gschID: 1061302


Giants B - Royal Brussels 85-81

Giants B used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Brussels 85-81 on Sunday night. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Giants B made 23-of-28 free shots (82.1 percent) during the game. Quinten Smout (194) notched 24 points to lead the effort and forward Vince Van Cleemput (198-2002) supported him with 14 points and 7 rebounds. Even 28 points and 9 rebounds by forward Amaury Marion (196-1991) did not help to save the game for Royal Brussels. Point guard Rochdi Benzouien (181-1996) added 10 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Giants B will meet at home Ieper in the next round. Royal Brussels will play against Melsele and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Royal Brussels: A.Marion 28+9reb+3ast, S.Demirtas 12+3reb+1ast, B.Penninck 10+6reb+2ast, R.Benzouien 10+5reb+4ast, O.Esosa 7+1reb, R.Morini 4+7reb+3ast
Giants B: S.Quinten 24+1reb+2ast, W.Seppe 15+5reb+1ast, M.Noah 15+4reb+4ast, V.Cleemput Vince 14+7reb+3ast, L.Coppens 8+5reb+2ast, A.Baptista 5+8reb+1ast
gschID: 1061303


LDP Donza - Guco Lier 94-73

LDP Donza used a home court advantage and smashed the opponent from Lier 94-73 on Sunday night. LDP Donza shot the lights out from three sinking 18 long-distance shots on high 60.0 percentage. Senne Geukens (193-1983) notched 17 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and center Rik Van den Berghe (206-1993) supported him with 19 points and 8 rebounds. Five LDP Donza players scored in double figures. Even 18 points and 5 rebounds by center Maxime Bilolo (202-2004) did not help to save the game for Guco Lier. Niels Xhaet (198) added 10 points and 6 rebounds for the guests. Guco Lier's coach Steven Ibens gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. LDP Donza will meet Gembo BBC in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Guco Lier will play against Kortrijk and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Guco Lier: B.Maxime 18+5reb, V.Buggenhout Jo 12, N.Xhaet 10+6reb, S.Dewit 9+5reb+1ast, V.Oosterwyck Cas 8+3reb, I.Brecht 6+1reb+1ast
LDP Donza: U.Landon 21+2reb+2ast, R.Van den Berghe 19+8reb+1ast, S.Geukens 17+8reb+5ast, C.Dedecker 14+1reb+2ast, S.Van Caeneghem 12+6reb+2ast, T.Van Hille 4+1reb
gschID: 1061304


Spirou B - Lommel 60-71

An interesting game was also tough home loss of Spirou B in a game in Charleroi versus undefeated Lommel 71-60. Matts De Keuster (198-1999) notched 22 points and 9 rebounds to lead the effort and center Toon Wesenbeek (200-1997) supported him with 19 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Lommel players scored in double figures. Even 14 points and 6 rebounds by swingman Lukijan Zecevic (195-2005) did not help to save the game for Spirou B. French power forward Craig Adzeh (206-2003) added 12 points for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lommel will meet at home Neufchateau in the next round. Spirou B will play against Limburg B and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Spirou B: Z.Lukijan 14+6reb+1ast, A.Craig 12+3reb+1ast, M.Felix 9+2reb+5ast, H.Milo 6+4reb, C.Maxime 5+5reb, P.Adedayo 5+2ast
Lommel: D.Keuster Matts 22+9reb+3ast, T.Wesenbeek 19+10reb+4ast, B.Schelkens 12+5reb+1ast, T.Ackermans 11+4reb+3ast, E.Montanari 4+4reb+4ast, J.Wout 3+3reb
gschID: 1061306


Waregem - Kontich 68-59

Waregem defeated Kontich at home 68-59. Waregem forced 19 Kontich turnovers. Forward Noah Gebbert (195-2001) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Maxime Verspeeten (192-1994) contributed with 17 points for the winners. Lander Kuijt (192-1998) replied with 11 points and 7 rebounds and Gregory De Pooter (197-1984) added 10 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Kontich. Five Kontich players scored in double figures. Kontich's coach Stefan Sappenberghs rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Kontich will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest in order to get back on the winning path. Waregem will try to continue on its current victory against Oxaco in Boechout.
Top scorers:
Kontich: A.Rojas Palma 11+3reb, L.Kuijt 11+7reb+1ast, V.Peeters 10+1reb+1ast, V.Benoy 10+6reb+1ast, G.De Pooter 10+8reb+1ast, A.Pieter 3+3reb
Waregem: G.Noah 22+8reb+1ast, M.Verspeeten 17+3reb+1ast, T.Bruyneel 11+4reb+1ast, L.Sissoko 6+8reb+2ast, J.Bullock 5+3reb+1ast, R.Van Ravensteijn 3+3reb
gschID: 1061307




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BOSNIA  
Posusje signs Radoje Vujosevic - by Arnold Beres
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HKK-Posusje (Division I) signed 33-year old Montenegrin ex-international center Radoje Vujosevic (210cm-94kg-1989, agency: Interperformances). Vujosevic started the season at CS SCM Timisoara in Romanian Liga Nationala. But in four games he had just 1.0ppg. He also played 5 games in Alpe Adria Cup where he recorded only 1.2ppg and 1.4rpg.
Vujosevic was a member of Montenegrin international program for some years. He was called to Montenegrin Senior National Team between 2015 and 2018 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2008.
Vujosevic has played previously professionally in Montenegro (Mornar, Buducnost, KK Mornar Bar 2nd team and Sutjeska) and North Macedonia (Kumanovo). He won Montenegrin League championship title in 2014 and 2018 and made it to the cup final in 2010, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020 and 2021. Vujosevic was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Montenegrin League Honorable Mention back in 2014 and 2015.



Bosnia and Herzegovina National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
#s#
John Roberson
Roberson
Miralem Halilovic
Halilovic
Kenan Kamenjas
Kamenjas
Aleksandar Lazic
Lazic
Adin Vrabac
Vrabac
#e#5
0Ismet Sejfic 208-C-1993 Bosna S. Bosnia
2John Roberson 180-G-1988 Manisa Turkey
7Miralem Halilovic 205-F-1991 Nanterre France
9Amar Gegic 200-F/G-1998 Paris France
11Kenan Kamenjas 207-C-2000 Buducnost Montenegro
12Sani Campara 190-G-1999 Zadar Croatia
15Ajdin Penava 206-PF-1997 Spojnia Poland
17Aleksandar Lazic 203-F-1996 Buducnost Montenegro
27Adin Vrabac 205-F-1994 Belfius Mons Belgium
30Haris Delalic 203-F-1994 Igokea Bosnia
51Djordje Topolovic 208-C-2001 Cedevita Jr. Croatia
52Amsal Delalic 202-F-2003 Borac BL Bosnia

Aziz Bekir Head Coach Ylli Kosovo
Gordan Firic Assistant


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BULGARIA  
Div A stats leaders
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Bachkov_Hristo

Hebar
(200-SF-2004)
Avg: 26.1

Bachkov
26.1
Koev
25.3
Tonev
24.6
Gavalyugov
24.2
Kikrilis
22.8
Bulgarian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
#s#
Codi Miller-McIntyre
Miller-McIntyre
Lachezar Dimitrov
Dimitrov
Chavdar Kostov
Kostov
Emil Stoilov
Stoilov
Aleks Simeonov
Simeonov
#e#5
0Codi Miller-McIntyre 191-PG-1994 Gaziantep Turkey
1Ivan Alipiev 203-F-1999 Latina Italy
2Deyan Karamfilov 180-PG-1994 Rilski Bulgaria
6Lachezar Dimitrov 187-PG-1999 Levski Bulgaria
8Chavdar Kostov 196-SG-1988 Rilski Bulgaria
9Simeon Lepichev 205-F/C-1995 Chernomorets Bulgaria
10Pavlin Ivanov 195-SG-1993 Balkan Bulgaria
11Yordan Minchev 202-F-1998 Rilski Bulgaria
17Emil Stoilov 208-C-2002 Estudiantes Spain
24Georgi Boyanov 201-F-1993 Chernomorets Bulgaria
34Dimitar Dimitrov 198-C-1985 Svetkavitsa Bulgaria
99Aleks Simeonov 200-F-1993 CSKA Bulgaria

Rosen Barchovski Head Coach CSKA Bulgaria
Dimitar Angelov Assistant Levski Bulgaria
Vasil Hristov Assistant


BBL Division A Round 20: Hebar lose to Haskovo - by Eurobasket News
Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Hebar (13-2) in Pazardzhik on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by Haskovo (13-2) 91-83. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Hebar. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Haskovo made 24-of-29 free shots (82.8 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Dinko Hristov (185-2001) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 31 points and 14 rebounds and the former international Tihomir Zhelev (193-1990) who added 29 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Hristo Bachkov (200-2004) responded with 21 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks. Haskovo have an impressive five-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with defeated Hebar. Haskovo is looking forward to face Vihar Aytos (#3) at home in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Hebar will play against Akademik PL 2 in Plovdiv and is hoping to win this game.
Important game to mention about took place in Sofia. Second ranked Sportist Svoge (13-3) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging 4th ranked CSKA 2 (11-6) 90-87 on Wednesday evening. The winners were led by guard Boris Matrakov (195-1993) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 28 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and Damyan Stoyanov supported him with 13 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Even 20 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists by guard Martin Rusev (188-2004) did not help to save the game for CSKA 2. Sportist Svoge have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 13-3 record having just eleven point less than leader Minyor 2015. Newly promoted CSKA 2 dropped to the fifth place with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Tenth-ranked Mix (5-12) gave a tough game to second ranked Balkan 2 (12-4) in Sofia on Thursday. The visitors from Botevgrad managed to secure only one-point victory 73-72. However their fans expected much easier game. The best player for the winners was Mihail Gavazov who scored 18 points and 8 rebounds. Pavel Teofilov produced a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds for the hosts. Despite that victory Balkan 2 went down to third position due to points difference, which they share with Vihar Aytos. Mix at the other side keeps the tenth place with 12 games lost. 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 20: Vidabasket destroyed Chardafon on the opponent's court 79-54. 3.6.9. BC unfortunately lost to Mambas in a home game 58-69. Rakovski was rolled over Vihar Aytos on the road 48-101. Lokomotiv Pl. was crushed by Akademik PL 2 on its own court 77-101. Minyor 2015 was beaten by Enigma Fireworks in Sofia 72-59. Pravets lost to Levski 2 at home 63-73. Winless Voltron was outscored by Fab Five BUBA on the opponent's court 95-114. Minyor 2015 managed to beat Spartak S. in a home game 105-96. Pravets was crushed by Sportist Svoge on the road 90-69. Levski 2 was beaten by Fab Five BUBA on its own court 78-80. Polytechnica won against CSKA 2 in Sofia 89-85. Balkan 2 unfortunately lost to Enigma Fireworks at home 73-76. Mix managed to beat Voltron on the opponent's court 97-90.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 26 points and 9 rebounds by Stoyan Kaynarov of Voltron.



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Chardafon - Vidabasket 54-79

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 4th ranked Chardafon's (4-6) home loss to third ranked Vidabasket (7-4) 54-79 on Sunday. Vidabasket forced 20 Chardafon turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Filip Emilov (188-2001) who scored 27 points. Guard Teodor Kirov (192-1991) chipped in 10 points and 5 rebounds. Vidabasket's coach Nikolay Kolev felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Tsvetan Todorov (181-1999) produced 8 points, 7 rebounds, 8 assists and 5 steals and guard Dimitar Radev (190-1999) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Vidabasket have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Chardafon lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with six games lost. Vidabasket will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Chardafon will play against Lokomotiv GO (#5) in Gorna Oryahovitsa and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Chardafon: M.Tonchev 14+4reb, D.Radev 13+6reb, T.Todorov 8+7reb+8ast, R.Tonchev 8+4reb, A.Stankov 7+2reb+2ast, A.Borimir 4+6reb
Vidabasket: F.Emilov 27+3reb+3ast, E.Nikola 12+5reb, T.Kirov 10+5reb+2ast, S.Tsvetomir 7+4reb, J.Kolev 6+5reb+6ast, D.Kaloyan 4+8reb
gschID: 1051753


Group South
3.6.9. BC - Mambas 58-69

Rather predictable result in Plovdiv where fifth ranked Mambas (7-9) defeated 8th ranked 3.6.9. BC (1-15) 69-58 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was forward Aleks Mollov (198-2000) who had a double-double by scoring 20 points and 18 rebounds. Forward Zlatomir Donchev (201-2002) chipped in 9 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists. Robert Radev (-2004) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists and Asen Popov (-2004) added 13 points and 15 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Four 3.6.9. BC players scored in double figures. Newly promoted Mambas maintains fifth position with 7-9 record, which they share with Pravets. 3.6.9. BC lost sixth consecutive game. 3.6.9. BC at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the eighth place with 15 games lost. Mambas will meet at home Lokomotiv Pl. (#6) in the next round. 3.6.9. BC will play against Rakovski and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
3.6.9. BC: R.Robert 17+13reb+5ast, P.Asen 13+15reb+1ast, G.Hristo 11+4reb+4ast, B.David 10+4reb+2ast, N.Ivaylo 7+8reb, V.Vasil 0
Mambas: M.Aleks 20+18reb+1ast, K.Mihail 14+9reb+4ast, D.Dimitri 11+3reb+1ast, Z.Donchev 9+14reb+6ast, I.Ivan 7+5reb, P.Vladislav 5+4reb+5ast
gschID: 1056749


Vihar Aytos - Rakovski 101-48

Not a big story in a game when 7th ranked Rakovski (3-13) was rolled over on the road by third ranked Vihar Aytos (12-4) 101-48 on Sunday. Vihar Aytos forced 19 Rakovski turnovers and outrebounded them 69-32 including a 25-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Rakovski's players. The best player for the winners was the former international forward Konstantin Koev (196-1991) who had a double-double by scoring 31 points, 18 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Stoyan Milchev (185-1995) chipped in 32 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. Four Vihar Aytos players scored in double figures. Vihar Aytos' coach Decho Koeshinov felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Milen Ivanchev (190-1996) produced 6 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 blocks and forward Aleksandar Bolashikov (188-2002) added 20 points respectively for the guests. Vihar Aytos have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 12-4 record having just ten point less than leader Minyor 2015, which they share with Balkan 2. Rakovski lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the sixth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Lokomotiv Pl.. Vihar Aytos will meet league's second-placed Haskovo on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Rakovski will play against 3.6.9. BC (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Rakovski: A.Bolashikov 20+1reb+1ast, Y.Stanislav 13+6reb+1ast, K.Lubomir 6+4reb+3ast, I.Milen 6+15reb+5ast, L.Marin 3+2reb, Y.Spas 0
Vihar Aytos: S.Milchev 32+5reb+5ast, K.Koev 31+18reb+4ast, S.Petkov 12+14reb+7ast, S.Aladjov 10+6reb+3ast, K.Jordan 6+3reb+1ast, Y.Vasil 6+5reb+4ast
gschID: 1056750


Lokomotiv Pl. - Akademik PL 2 77-101

Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked Akademik PL 2 (10-4) outscored on the road 6th ranked Lokomotiv Pl. (3-13) 101-77 on Tuesday. Akademik PL 2 dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Lokomotiv Pl.'s 48. Akademik PL 2 forced 22 Lokomotiv Pl. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by Lokomotiv Pl.'s players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Akademik PL 2 made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was naturalized Greek point guard Ioannis Kikrilis (184-2004) who scored 27 points, 7 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals. Guard Krastomir Mihov (194-2004) chipped in a double-double by scoring 21 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Four Akademik PL 2 players scored in double figures. Forward Kaloyan Panchev (196-1994) produced a double-double by scoring 31 points and 14 rebounds and Bogomil Dichev added 9 points and 10 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Newly promoted Akademik PL 2 maintains fourth position with 10-4 record. Lokomotiv Pl. at the other side keeps the sixth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Rakovski. Akademik PL 2 will meet at home league's leader Hebar in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Lokomotiv Pl. will play against Mambas (#5) in Plovdiv and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Lokomotiv Pl.: K.Panchev 31+14reb+3ast, M.Yurukov 12+5reb+2ast, D.Bogomil 9+10reb+3ast, K.Vasil 8+4reb, S.Ivaylo 8+3reb+5ast, A.Mihail 6+3reb+1ast
Akademik PL 2: K.Ioannis 27+7reb+9ast, M.Krastomir 21+10reb+7ast, R.Petar 15+7reb+2ast, M.Plamen 14+2reb, I.Iliyan 11+3reb+3ast, Y.Aleksandar 5+1reb+4ast
gschID: 1056751


Hebar - Haskovo 83-91

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Hebar (13-2) in Pazardzhik on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by Haskovo (13-2) 91-83. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Hebar. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Haskovo made 24-of-29 free shots (82.8 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Dinko Hristov (185-2001) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 31 points and 14 rebounds and the former international Tihomir Zhelev (193-1990) who added 29 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Hristo Bachkov (200-2004) responded with 21 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks and center Yuliy Arabadzhiyski (205-1993) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Haskovo have an impressive five-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with defeated Hebar. Haskovo is looking forward to face Vihar Aytos (#3) at home in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Hebar will play against Akademik PL 2 in Plovdiv and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Hebar: B.Hristo 21+9reb+4ast, M.Berk 18+4reb+2ast, S.Vaklinov 14+6reb+2ast, Y.Arabadzhiyski 11+12reb+3ast, N.Nikolay 7+5reb+3ast, G.Adirkov 6+5reb+2ast
Haskovo: H.Dinko 31+14reb+2ast, T.Zhelev 29+8reb+3ast, I.Tonev 15+6reb+4ast, Z.Kristiyan 11+4reb+1ast, V.Iliev 4+3reb, V.Kolyanov 1+2reb+2ast
gschID: 1056752


Group West
Enigma Fireworks - Minyor 2015 72-59

There was an upset in Sofia where top-ranked Minyor 2015 (15-1) was defeated by eighth ranked Enigma Fireworks (8-9) 72-59 on Tuesday. Enigma Fireworks outrebounded Minyor 2015 52-31 including a 21-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Kiril Raykov (197-1987) who had a double-double by scoring 30 points and 11 rebounds. Swingman Lyuben Paskov (197) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists. Boyan Tenev (204-1988, college: LMU) produced 16 points and swingman Hristo Gatev (188-1985) added 6 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the guests. Enigma Fireworks have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to seventh place. Minyor 2015 at the other side still keeps top position with one game lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Minyor 2015: B.Tenev 16+2reb, N.Ivanov 11+1reb+4ast, G.Damyanov 8+4reb+1ast, G.Barzakov 8+5reb+2ast, H.Gatev 6+9reb+3ast, K.Stavrev 6+1reb
Enigma Fireworks: K.Raykov 30+11reb+2ast, T.Zahariev 12+2reb+5ast, L.Paskov 12+12reb+5ast, I.Slavchev 8+13reb+2ast, O.Lubomir 5+11reb+3ast, H.Nikolov 5+3reb+4ast
gschID: 1056780


CSKA 2 - Sportist Svoge 87-90

Important game to mention about took place in Sofia. Second ranked Sportist Svoge (13-3) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging 4th ranked CSKA 2 (11-6) 90-87 on Wednesday evening. They outrebounded CSKA 2 46-31 including 31 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by guard Boris Matrakov (195-1993) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 28 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Damyan Stoyanov (194-1993, college: Maryville, MO) supported him with 13 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Even 20 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists by guard Martin Rusev (188-2004) did not help to save the game for CSKA 2. Dimitar Genov (194-2002) added 13 points and 6 rebounds for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Sportist Svoge have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 13-3 record having just eleven point less than leader Minyor 2015. Newly promoted CSKA 2 dropped to the fifth place with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
CSKA 2: R.Martin 20+5reb+7ast, T.Georgi 14+1reb, G.Dimitar 13+6reb+2ast, N.Vladimir 12+5reb+2ast, A.Aleksandar 10+6reb+3ast, K.Kaloyan 8+3reb+5ast
Sportist Svoge: B.Matrakov 28+11reb+4ast, S.Tsenov 16+5reb+3ast, D.Stoyanov 13+9reb+5ast, G.Nikolov 13+6reb+3ast, J.Hunt 10+4reb+1ast, T.Ivan 7+7reb+2ast
gschID: 1056781


Pravets - Levski 2 63-73

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when ninth ranked Levski 2 (6-12) won against on the road 8th ranked Pravets (7-9) 73-63 on Thursday. Levski 2 looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was center Asen Popov (210-1997, agency: Interperformances) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds. Forward Martin Dimitrov (202-2001) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds. Levski 2's coach Ivan Tilev used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Power forward Danail Hristov (198-1990) produced a double-double by scoring 25 points and 16 rebounds and guard Tsenko Nakov (185-1987) added 17 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for the hosts. Newly promoted Levski 2 maintains ninth position with 6-12 record. Pravets at the other side dropped to the fifth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Mambas. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Pravets: D.Hristov 25+16reb+1ast, T.Nakov 17+7reb+6ast, S.Guninski 7+1reb, T.Kolev 6+1reb+4ast, P.Ganchev 6+11reb+2ast, K.Erik 2+1ast
Levski 2: A.Popov 19+11reb+3ast, D.Martin 13+11reb+1ast, K.Georgiev 10+5reb+3ast, B.Petrov 8+3reb+3ast, T.Minko 8+1reb+1ast, D.Zapryanov 7+2reb+6ast
gschID: 1056782


Mix - Balkan 2 72-73

Tenth-ranked Mix (5-12) gave a tough game to second ranked Balkan 2 (12-4) in Sofia on Thursday. The visitors from Botevgrad managed to secure only one-point victory 73-72. However their fans expected much easier game. The best player for the winners was forward Mihail Gavazov (197-2004) who scored 18 points and 8 rebounds. Stefan Mihaylov (198-2005) chipped in 15 points and 6 rebounds. Pavel Teofilov (198-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds and guard Lubomir Nedkov (195-1996) added 15 points and 12 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Despite that victory Balkan 2 went down to third position due to points difference, which they share with Vihar Aytos. Mix at the other side keeps the tenth place with 12 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Mix: T.Pavel 20+12reb+1ast, L.Nedkov 15+12reb+3ast, N.Borislav 14+3reb+8ast, P.Mangurov 12+7reb, S.Deyan 6, G.Viktor 5+3reb+2ast
Balkan 2: G.Mihail 18+8reb+3ast, G.Aleksandar 15+3reb+4ast, M.Stefan 15+6reb+3ast, K.Ivo 14+8reb+1ast, P.Iliyan 8+5reb+6ast, M.Hrisimir 3
gschID: 1056783


Fab Five BUBA - Voltron 114-95

Very expected game in Sofia where bottom-ranked Voltron (0-17) was crushed by fifth ranked Fab Five BUBA (11-5) 114-95 on Friday. Fab Five BUBA dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Voltron's 48. They outrebounded Voltron 49-30 including a 35-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Fab Five BUBA looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 17 passes made by Voltron's players. The best player for the winners was Georgi Krastev (195-1994) who had a double-double by scoring 20 points and 13 rebounds. Point guard Stefan Yanev (160-1997) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points, 9 rebounds and 10 assists. Guard Boris Voykov (193-2000, agency: Interperformances) produced 18 points and 7 rebounds and Stoyan Kaynarov (192-2001) added 15 points respectively for the guests. Five Fab Five BUBA and four Voltron players scored in double figures. Voltron's coach Konstantin Kasarov rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Fab Five BUBA moved-up to fourth place. Newly promoted Voltron still closes the standings with 17 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Voltron: B.Voykov 18+7reb+2ast, K.Stoyan 15+3reb+2ast, A.Aleks 14+1ast, M.Yanko 11+2ast, I.Denislav 11+2reb+1ast, L.Maxim 10+7reb+2ast
Fab Five BUBA: G.Hristov 23+4reb+1ast, G.Krastev 20+13reb+3ast, B.Georgi 18+8reb+2ast, M.Georgi 17+5reb+5ast, D.Petkov 11+3reb+4ast, S.Yanev 10+9reb+10ast
gschID: 1056784


Minyor 2015 - Spartak S. 105-96

Very predictable result in Pernik where first ranked Minyor 2015 (15-1) defeated 11th ranked Spartak S. (2-14) 105-96 on Tuesday. Minyor 2015 made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. Minyor 2015 outrebounded Spartak S. 40-26 including a 31-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. The best player for the winners was swingman Hristo Gatev (188-1985) who had a double-double by scoring 28 points, 18 rebounds and 5 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). Center Dragomir Enchev (206-1998) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds. Five Minyor 2015 players scored in double figures. The former international point guard Vladimir Marinov (176-1985) produced 41 points (!!!) and 8 assists and forward Aleksandar Zhilev (198-2006) added 16 points and 11 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) respectively for the guests. Spartak S.'s coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Minyor 2015 maintains first position with 15-1 record. Spartak S. lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh place with 14 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Spartak S.: V.Marinov 41+1reb+8ast, Z.Aleksandar 16+11reb+1ast, K.Nikola 11+2ast, G.Stefan 7+2reb+1ast, D.Daniel 7+5reb+2ast, T.Hristo 6+2reb+2ast
Minyor 2015: H.Gatev 28+18reb+5ast, B.Tenev 19+4reb+3ast, G.Damyanov 18+1reb+4ast, D.Enchev 16+12reb+2ast, N.Ivanov 12+3reb+14ast, M.Mandalski 8+1reb
gschID: 1056785


Sportist Svoge - Pravets 90-69

Not a big story in a game when 8th ranked Pravets (7-9) was rolled over on the road by second ranked Sportist Svoge (13-3) 90-69 on Tuesday. Sportist Svoge dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Pravets' 26. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Boris Matrakov (195-1993) who scored 23 points and 7 rebounds. American point guard Jimmie Hunt (187-1982, college: FPU, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 20 points and 6 assists. Four Sportist Svoge players scored in double figures. Guard Tsenko Nakov (185-1987) produced 24 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and power forward Danail Hristov (198-1990) added 23 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Sportist Svoge have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 13-3 record having just eleven point less than leader Minyor 2015. Loser Pravets dropped to the fifth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Mambas. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Pravets: T.Nakov 24+7reb+4ast, D.Hristov 23+6reb+3ast, S.Guninski 8+2reb+2ast, K.Erik 6+2reb+2ast, P.Ganchev 4+14reb+8ast, R.Lazarov 4+1reb
Sportist Svoge: B.Matrakov 23+7reb+3ast, J.Hunt 20+3reb+6ast, S.Tsenov 13+7reb+4ast, D.Stoyanov 10+3reb+2ast, T.Ivan 10+10reb+5ast, G.Nikolov 8+5reb+3ast
gschID: 1056786


Levski 2 - Fab Five BUBA 78-80

Everything went according to plan in Sofia where fifth ranked Fab Five BUBA (11-5) edged 9th ranked Levski 2 (6-12) 80-78 on Sunday. Fab Five BUBA looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was power forward Martin Gorunov (198-1996) who scored 21 points and 8 rebounds. Point guard Stefan Yanev (160-1997) chipped in 15 points and 6 assists. Center Asen Popov (210-1997, agency: Interperformances) produced 19 points and 8 rebounds and Daniel Zapryanov (195-1998) added 14 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Five Levski 2 players scored in double figures. Fab Five BUBA moved-up to fourth place. Newly promoted Levski 2 keeps the ninth position with 12 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Levski 2: A.Popov 19+8reb+3ast, D.Zapryanov 14+6reb+1ast, K.Georgiev 13+4reb+4ast, B.Petrov 10+3reb+6ast, M.Manol 10+4reb+1ast, I.Tilev 6+6reb+1ast
Fab Five BUBA: M.Gorunov 21+8reb+3ast, S.Yanev 15+3reb+6ast, G.Krastev 14+4reb+4ast, K.Atanasov 9+6reb+1ast, D.Petkov 7+4ast, G.Hristov 7+6reb+1ast
gschID: 1056787


CSKA 2 - Polytechnica 85-89

There was a minor upset in Sofia where one of their biggest challengers CSKA 2 (11-6) was defeated by sixth ranked Polytechnica (8-7) 89-85 on Sunday. Polytechnica outrebounded CSKA 2 48-30 including a 38-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by CSKA 2's players. The best player for the winners was forward Omar Al-Ayubi (198-1991) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds. Guard Ivaylo Konstantinov (181-1980) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points, 9 rebounds and 12 assists. Five Polytechnica players scored in double figures. Guard Martin Rusev (188-2004) produced 25 points and 5 rebounds and forward Aleksandar Aleksandrov (196-2004) added 22 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. CSKA 2's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Polytechnica maintains sixth position with 8-7 record. Newly promoted CSKA 2 dropped to the fifth place with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
CSKA 2: R.Martin 25+5reb+3ast, A.Aleksandar 22+6reb+1ast, K.Kaloyan 11+6reb+6ast, G.Dimitar 8+4reb+2ast, N.Vladimir 8+5reb+1ast, T.Georgi 7+1reb+2ast
Polytechnica: A.Omar 21+11reb+2ast, G.Stefan 20+7reb+1ast, L.Vezirski 13+6ast, K.Ivaylo 10+9reb+12ast, P.Martin 10+4reb+4ast, I.Nikolov 6+7reb+3ast
gschID: 1056788


Balkan 2 - Enigma Fireworks 73-76

There was a surprise result in Botevgrad where eighth ranked Enigma Fireworks (8-9) edged second-ranked Balkan 2 (12-4) 76-73 on Sunday. Enigma Fireworks had a 32-21 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Ivo Slavchev (200-1990) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points and 17 rebounds. Swingman Lyuben Paskov (197) chipped in a triple-double by scoring 13 points, 11 rebounds and 13 assists. Five Enigma Fireworks players scored in double figures. Point guard Aleksandar Gavalyugov (187-2006) produced 17 points and 4 assists and forward Mihail Gavazov (197-2004) added 8 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Balkan 2's coach Miroslav Ralchev rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Enigma Fireworks have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to seventh place. Loser Balkan 2 dropped to the third position with four games lost. They share it with Vihar Aytos. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Balkan 2: G.Aleksandar 17+4reb+4ast, V.Kristiyan 13+4reb, M.Stefan 10+3reb+2ast, N.Nikolay 9+3reb+2ast, G.Mihail 8+8reb+2ast, G.Velizar 7+4reb+1ast
Enigma Fireworks: I.Slavchev 26+17reb+2ast, T.Zahariev 14+5reb+6ast, L.Paskov 13+11reb+13ast, K.Raykov 11+4reb+1ast, O.Lubomir 10+5reb+3ast, D.Nikola 2+2reb
gschID: 1056789


Voltron - Mix 90-97

Rather expected game in Sofia where bottom-ranked Voltron (0-17) was defeated by tenth ranked Mix (5-12) 97-90 on Sunday. Mix forced 23 Voltron turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was swingman Pavel Mangurov (196-2001, college: St.Xavier) who had a double-double by scoring 31 points and 11 rebounds. Point guard Borislav Nikolov (187-2003) chipped in 23 points and 5 rebounds. Guard Boris Voykov (193-2000, agency: Interperformances) produced 26 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and Stoyan Kaynarov (192-2001) added 26 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Mix maintains tenth position with 5-12 record. Newly promoted Voltron still closes the standings with 17 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Voltron: K.Stoyan 26+9reb+1ast, B.Voykov 26+6reb+6ast, A.Aleks 9+1reb+1ast, M.Yanko 7+3reb+2ast, L.Maxim 6+7reb+1ast, M.Minkovski 4+2reb+1ast
Mix: P.Mangurov 31+11reb+1ast, N.Borislav 23+5reb+3ast, T.Pavel 12+9reb+1ast, L.Nedkov 9+9reb+2ast, B.Mario 7+2reb+2ast, I.Ivan 7+2reb+1ast
gschID: 1056790




EuroBasket 2025 Pre-Qualifiers: Bulgaria steal show in Pitesti - by Eurobasket News
Romania - Bulgaria 61:62

Bulgaria have stolen a show from Pitesti as they defeated Romania 62-61 at the EuroBasket 2025 Pre-Qualifiers. The guests took an early 16-12 run in the first quarter and added a narrow 15-13 rally in the second frame. Romania tied it all the end of 30 minutes, whilst Bulgaria closed the game with an 18-17 run to seal the win.
Pavlin Ivanov (195-SG-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) top-scored for thew winners with 14 points an Simeon Lepichev (205-F/C-1995, college: FAU, agency: Helping Ballers) netted 13. Codi Miller-McIntyre (191-PG-1994, college: Wake Forest) and Yordan Minchev (202-F-1998) followed them with 11 points each in a win. Rolland Torok (203-PF-1990) replied with 12 points in the losing effort.
Bulgarian BBL Division A round 20 best performance: Hristo Gatev (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News
Swingman Hristo Gatev (188-G/F-1985) had a very impressive game in the last round for top-ranked Minyor 2015, receiving a Hoops Agents BBL Division A Player of the Week award for round 20.
The 37-year old player had a double-double of 28 points and 18 rebounds, while his team beat Spartak S. (#11, 2-14) 105-96. It allowed Minyor 2015 to consolidate first place in the Bulgarian BBL Division A. Minyor 2015 has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the championship title. They improved their record to 15-1. It's Gatev's second year at Minyor 2015 and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Hristo Gatev averages this season 11.7ppg and 7.8rpg.

The second best player in last round's games was young international forward Konstantin Koev (196-F-1991) of Vihar Aytos. Koev had a very good evening with a double-double of 31 points and 18 rebounds. Of course he led Vihar Aytos to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Rakovski (#7, 3-13) 101-48. Vihar Aytos' 3rd position in South has not changed. His team's 12-4 record is not bad at all. Koev is a newcomer at Vihar Aytos, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 25.3ppg (#2). His other stats are also decent: 11.6rpg and 5.0apg.

Third on the list of top players last round was forward Ivo Slavchev (200-F-1990) of Enigma Fireworks (#7). Slavchev scored 26 points and grabbed seventeen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Enigma Fireworks, leading his team to a 76-73 win against the higher-ranked Balkan 2 (#3, 12-4). The chances of Enigma Fireworks ranking at the top of West, however are very questionable as they have already lost 9 games, recording just eight victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Slavchev could help Enigma Fireworks to bring them higher in the standings. Slavchev has a very solid season. In 15 games in Bulgaria he scored 14.8ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Vladimir Marinov (176-PG-1985) of Spartak S. - 41 points and 8 assists
5. Ioannis Kikrilis (184-PG-2004) of Akademik PL 2 - 27 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists
6. Krastomir Mihov (194-G-2004) of Akademik PL 2 - 21 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists
7. Danail Hristov (198-F/C-1990) of Pravets - 25 points and 16 rebounds
8. Boris Matrakov (195-G-1993) of Sportist Svoge - 28 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Kaloyan Panchev (196-F-1994) of Lokomotiv Pl. - 31 points, 14 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Aleks Mollov (198-F-2000) of Mambas - 20 points and 18 rebounds

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

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


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CANADA  
Stats Leaders
Stats Leaders
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Maffia_Diego

Victoria
(185-G-2001)
Avg: 25.3

Maffia
25.3
Tomie
23.8
Omar
23.3
Ring
23.2
Sharma
23.0
2023 World Cup Qualifiers: Argentina hand Canada their first loss - by Eurobasket News
Argentina - Canada 83:72

Argentina handed Canada their first loss at the 2023 World Cup Qualifiers. The hosts defeated Canada 83-72 at Polideportivo Islas Malvinas in Mar del Plata.
Canada started with an 18-17 run, but Argentina replied with a strong 23-13 surge to take control of the game. Moreover, Argentina won the third quarter 21-19, whilst both sides nailed 22 points each in the last stanza.
Facundo Campazzo (180-PG-1991) and Nicolas Brussino (205-SF-1993) stepped up with 13 points each, whilst Carlos Delfino (198-SF-1982) brought 12. Thomas Scrubb (199-SF-1991, college: Carleton, agency: Octagon Europe) replied wit 18 points in the losing effort and Kenny Chery (180-PG-1992, college: Baylor, agency: Slash Sports) as well as Philip Scrubb (191-G-1992, college: Carleton, agency: Octagon Europe) had 12 each.

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CEBL  
Edmonton Stingers purchase another step in progression of CEBL - by Eurobasket News
Move over, little engine. The little basketball league that could is doing it again. The Canadian Elite Basketball League has just sold off its flagship franchise to a local ownership group in the Alberta capital. That makes half of its 10 teams now under individual ownership. Six, if you include the Niagara River Lions in St. Catharine's, Ont., the hometown of league founder Richard Petko, who heads up the group that remains in charge of four other clubs, too. And that's not half bad for a league that began as little more than a hope and a prayer pinned on six charter teams all run entirely by that single entity in its 2019 debut season. Since then, the league's been chugging away, full steam ahead. 'The CEBL and where we've come from and now where we're heading, and the growth that we've been able to experience, this is now going to be our fifth year,' said Mike Morreale, who, himself, signed a six-year contract extension last month to remain in the role as league commissioner. 'People, they laughed me out of the room about six, seven years ago, as we told them across the country that we were going to bring pro basketball to these major markets and really try to connect the ecosystem of basketball from coast to coast. 'But through hard effort and determination, the commitment of the players, the executives, the staffs, the fans, partners and everyone, we've been able not only to survive, but to thrive. And to really start on what is the next chapter of the CEBL.' They think they can. They think they can. But it hasn't always been a smooth ride. An expansion into Newfoundland has since seen that venture go on hiatus, as the extra half-hour time zone proved to be too much in the way of travel. And COVID-19 threatened to shut things down almost as soon as the CEBL train left the station, plunging it headlong into a tunnel of darkness. 'Two years of really hunkering down and believing that what we built was able to survive without knowing what was on the horizon,' he said. 'We were fortunate to get through that and come out the other side even better.' But Morreale and Co. managed to stay on track through it all - a lot better than some, including a much more established, Canadian-based professional sports league - navigating the ever-evolving entertainment landscape one manageable piece at a time. Never allowing things to get too big or unwieldy. It's a formula that appears to have them in for the long haul. They are already the largest pro sports league in Canada with 10 franchises across six provinces. It all grew from a simple desire to fill a void in basketball's schedule much like what the United States Football League and current XFL, not to mention countless failed attempts before them, look to do with spring football down south. Only the CEBL is actually planning to stick. Running from the end of May until playoffs wrap up in mid-August, the CEBL schedule fills a gap in the international circuit, attracting adept players, some of whom come with NBA, NBA G League, national team, NCAA or U Sports experience. So far, nine players have gone from a CEBL season into NBA contracts and 28 attended NBA G League training camps in October. 'I think we know who we are, and I think we don't try to be more than what we are,' said Morreale, who is well aware of the gridiron dynamic on the continent having played 12 seasons as a Canadian Football League receiver as well as serving as president of the CFL Players Association. 'We were very cognizant of the fact that we had to do it right but we couldn't blow our budgets and work from a deficit. We just did a lot with a little, and that's the way you have to start. 'But the single-entity (ownership) model is what really helped us.' As has boasting rosters with more than 70 per cent Canadians to help put a pride-in-ownership factor in each market. You don't get anywhere close to that in the Canadian Football League. 'Here's the thing, up until five years ago, the CFL was the only pro domestic league in this country,' Morreale said. 'So, you have to learn from them. There is no other place to learn. Even in the Canadian Premier League, the majority of those people have gone through the CFL at one point, because that is the testing grounds. 'I was just fortunate that I was able to look at it as a player, an executive on the players association, a broadcaster, in the league's office and all that stuff, and to amplify the things they did really well and to try and avoid some of the pitfalls that they made. 'It's not that the CFL does things incorrectly, it's that I just look at things differently. They're around for 108, 109 years, so they're entrenched in the way things are done and with us, we were able to be creative.' The Stingers are the sixth CEBL team to move to local ownership, joining the River Lions, Scarborough Shooting Stars, Vancouver Bandits, Calgary Surge and Winnipeg Sea Bears, with the Stingers Entertainment Group led by team president Reed Clarke, former Canada Basketball director James Burns and fellow Edmonton businessman Taranvir Vander. 'Outside of the individuals that worked in the head office here, we operated this team from a distance,' Morreale said. 'And we were able to make some serious strides. But today marks a really special day where we really get down to what's important, and that is this local community and an investment by local people into this team. 'We've had a lot of success on and off the court. This is the pillar franchise in the CEBL, the two-time champions. This is where we've hosted Championship Weekend, where we've worked collectively with Canada Basketball to bring the women's national team here, the men's national team qualified right here for this year's World Cup. 'And to be able to do that in a city and a province that is rich in history going back to the Edmonton Grads and beyond, is really special.' The 2023 CEBL regular season tips off May 24 and ends July 30, with playoffs to follow. The Stingers will open with a home-and-away series against the newly formed Surge on May 27 and 28.
Courtesy of: edmontonjournal.com



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CHINA  
Fiba World Cup qualifiers: China down Kazakhstan 71-59 in front of top officials and cheering Hong Kong crowd - by Eurobasket News
China's new head coach Aleksandar Djordjevic (agency: BeoBasket ) started his tenure in convincing fashion as his side romped to a 71-59 win over Kazakhstan in front of a sell-out crowd at Tsuen Wan Sports Centre on Thursday night. The Fiba Basketball World Cup 2023 Asian Qualifiers victory was the first win for the Serbian, who guided his country to two silver medals at the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Rio Olympics, after he replaced Du Feng last November. Among the 1,100 crowd, 600 of whom bought tickets when they went on general sale, were China's new Hong Kong liaison office chief Zheng Yanxiong, the city's Chief Secretary for Administration Eric Chan Kwok-ki, and Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Kevin Yeung Yun-hung. Sitting courtside, the trio flanked Chinese Basketball Association president Yao Ming, who led the team when it arrived from Shanghai on Monday. 'It is a good start for us, we started the game well and were very focused in the opening half,' Dordevic said. 'The players were able to play like they practised, despite our free-throws and three-point shooting not being good enough.' The liaison office said Zheng had visited the players after the match and praised them for their performance. Noting they were the first national team to visit Hong Kong since the city returned to normality, he said their match had injected positive energy into the city and sent a strong message to the world that 'Hong Kong is back'. Zheng also said as Hong Kong was progressing from order to prosperity, the liaison office would give its full backing to the local administration to make Hong Kong into a city of international sports events. Having already qualified for the finals this summer, the clash with Kazakhstan marked the start of China's preparation for the tournament, which will be held in three different countries - the Philippines, Japan and Indonesia - for the first time. Despite that, the players were eager to impress their new head coach, and star centre Qi Zhou (217-C-1996), and guard Ailun Guo (189-SG-1993), were instrumental in China building a healthy early lead. Playing his first competitive game since appearing for the South East Melbourne Phoenix in December, Zhou connected on his first basket, and guard Zhao Jiwei had back-to-back steals and two easy lay-ups as the home side went up quickly. A nine-point first quarter advantage ballooned to a 43-22 lead for China, despite them using reserves for much of the second quarter. The Kazakhs came to life after the break with some sharp shooting, and came within nine points towards the end but that was as close as they got. Zhou, who had a game high 16 points and 12 rebounds, said the team's performance 'was OK' but the understanding between players could have been better. 'We have quite a few young and new players on the roster this time, so somewhere along the way we could have done better,' he said. 'The younger players were perhaps too excited and they certainly need more time.' He praised the Hong Kong crowd and said the team had been excited to play their first home game in three years. 'The venue and the fans were exceptional. We could hear the spectators cheering for us so it felt great,' he said. Afterwards, Chan said China's performance had made the audience 'ecstatic' and revelled in the experience of watching his first international basketball game live. 'I told all the players after the game: your performance is really wonderful, amazing, and absolutely worth the ticket!' the city's No 2 official said on Facebook. 'Hong Kong is on the road to normality, and the government will try its best to hold more large-scale competitions in the city, so as to make the lives of local residents more colourful.' China will next face Iran on Sunday at the same venue. The world No 20 team, who lost to Japan 96-61 in Takasaki earlier on Thursday, remain a point ahead of Kazakhstan in Group F. Kazakhstan play Australia, who have also already qualified, in Melbourne on Sunday. If Iran and Kazakhstan both lose their final matches, the former will reach the finals for the fourth time in team history.
Courtesy of: scmp.com

Chinese National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center
Starting five
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Jiwei Zhao
Zhao
Peng Zhou
Zhou
Qi Zhou
Zhou
Yongxi Cui
Cui
Zhenlin Zhang
Zhang
#e#5
3Hu Mingxuan 191-PG-1998 Guangdong ST China
4Zhao Jiwei 184-PG-1995 Liaoning FL China
6Guo Ailun 189-SG-1993 Liaoning FL China
8Zhao Rui 195-SG-1996 Guangdong ST China
10Zhou Peng 206-SF-1989 Shenzhen L. China
14Wang Zhelin 214-C-1994 Shanghai S. China
15Qi Zhou 217-C-1996 SE Melbourne Australia
16Jiao Boqiao 209-C-2001 Guangzhou LL China
19Cui Yongxi 196-G-2003 Guangzhou LL China
22Zhu Xuhang 204-F-1993 Xinjiang FT China
26Zhu Junlong 200-SF-1999 Guangsha L. China
77Zhang Zhenlin 206-SF-1999 Liaoning FL China

Aleksandar Djordjevic Head Coach Fenerbahce Turkey
Goran Bjedov Assistant


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COSTA RICA  
Costa Rican National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center
Starting five
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Isaac Conejo
Conejo
Daniel Shedden
Shedden
Kay Martinez
Martinez
David Shedden
Shedden
Julian Arias
Arias
#e#5
1Mario Jose Gonzalez 189-F-1998 ARBA Costa Rica
5Isaac Conejo 182-PG-1994 Lobos Panama
7Steven Mcdonald 197-C-1998 Escazu Costa Rica
8Victor Arias 198-F-1995 Costa Rica Costa Rica
9Daniel Shedden 193-F-1996 Santiago Basket Dominican Republic
10Carlos Quesada 198-C-1985 Escazu Costa Rica
12Kay Martinez 198-G-1984
15Arjay Muir 193-F-1999 MBA Costa Rica
17David Shedden 197-F-1995 Escazu Costa Rica
18Julian Arias 175-PG-2003 Carmel Christian USA
32Jose Esquivel 185-SG-1995 Escazu Costa Rica
70Jefny Anderson 208-C-1983 ARBA Costa Rica

Jose Marin Head Coach
Jimmy Garcia Assistant


2025 FIBA AmeriCup Pre-Qualifiers: Costa Rica beat El Salvador in overtime opener - by Eurobasket News
El Salvador - Costa Rica 97-101 2OT

Costa Rica beat El Salvador 101-97 in the 2025 FIBA AmeriCup Pre-Qualifiers opener. The latter grabbed a 23-17 lead at the start and enjoyed a 12-point advantage at the halftime. Moreover, they posted a 22-13 rally in the third quarter, whilst Costa Rica exploded with a 33-12 surge in the fourth period to tie it all at 73-73. Both teams notched 15 points each in the first overtime and then Costa Rica needed a 13-9 run in the second overtime to seal the win.
David Shedden (197-F-1995) top-scored for the winners with 22 points and Isaac Conejo (182-PG-1994) netted 17. Kay Martinez (198-G-1984, college: Jackson St.) posted 16 points, whilst Carlos Quesada (198-C-1985) had 14. Roberto Martinez (1991) replied with 28 points in the losing effort.

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CROATIA  
Croatian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
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Goran Filipovic
Filipovic
Antonio Jordano
Jordano
Roko Prkacin
Prkacin
Mateo Dreznjak
Dreznjak
Dario Dreznjak
Dreznjak
#e#5
1Toni Perkovic 191-G-1998 Orleans France
2Goran Filipovic 183-PG-1996 Coruna Spain
4Borna Kapusta 182-PG-1996 Cibona Croatia
5Antonio Jordano 190-G-1999 Chalon/Saone France
6Matej Rudan 208-PF-2001 Mega BG Serbia
8Roko Prkacin 206-F/C-2002 Girona Spain
18Roko Badzim 194-SG-1997 Konyaspor Turkey
22Danko Brankovic 215-C-2000 Mega BG Serbia
23Mateo Dreznjak 195-G/F-1999 SC Derby Montenegro
24Dario Dreznjak 204-F-1998 Zadar Croatia
30Dominik Mavra 195-G-1994 Split Croatia
99Toni Nakic 201-G/F-1999 Rio Breogan Spain

Aleksandar Petrovic Head Coach Pesaro Italy
Josip Sesar Assistant Cibona Croatia
Ivan Tomas Assistant Bosco Croatia


Taveion Hollingsworth (ex Dubrava) agreed terms with AEK Larnaca - by Antonis Katsaros
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Petrolina-AEK-Larnaca (OPAP Basket League) strengthened their roster with addition of 23-year old American 188cm guard Taveion Hollingsworth (college: WKU). Hollingsworth played recently at Dubrava in Croatian Premijer Liga, but left the team in Feb.'23. In 20 games he recorded very impressive stats: 19.2ppg, 6.7rpg, 3.5apg and 2.2spg this season. He also played 6 games in Alpe Adria Cup where he averaged remarkable 18.2ppg, 7.3rpg, 2.5apg and 1.7spg.
Hollingsworth has played previously professionally in Austria (Arkadia Lions) and The Basketball Tournament (Defeat Diabetes). He played in the final of C-USA Tournament in 2018, 2019 and 2021.
Among many awards he was voted to Eurobasket.com Austrian League All-Imports Team in 2022.
Hollingsworth graduated from Western Kentucky University in 2021 and it is his second season in pro basketball.

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CUBA  
Regatas land Darol Hernandez-Zinenko - by Eurobasket News
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Regatas-Corrientes (La Liga) tabbed 33-year old Cuban 207cm forward Darol Hernandez-Zinenko. He started the season at BC Minsk in Belarusian Premier League. In 19 games he averaged 5.5ppg, 6.9rpg and 2.5apg.
He is a very experienced player. Hernandez-Zinenko has played also professionally in Mexico (Lenadores), Belarus (Borisfen, Grodno and BGU Minsk), Cuba (Capitalinos and Capitalinos) and Ecuador (Universidad Tecnologica Equinoc. Quito, Quevedo and Iccan). His team won Ecuadorian National League Regular Season in 2016 and 2018.
Among many awards he was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Ecuadorian National League Honorable Mention back in 2018.
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CYPRUS  
Cypriot National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
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Kostas Simitzis
Simitzis
Ioannis Pasiali
Pasiali
Filippos Tigkas
Tigkas
Roberto Mantovani
Mantovani
Nikos Stylianou
Stylianou
#e#5
1Christos Loizides 205-C-1991 Apollon Cyprus
2Zayd Muosa 199-G-2003 Anorthosis Cyprus
3Kostas Simitzis 200-F-1998 Apoel Cyprus
4Ioannis Pasiali 202-F-1997 Keravnos Cyprus
5Simon Michail 184-PG-1992 Keravnos Cyprus
6Stefanos Iliadis 185-PG-1994 Apollon Cyprus
7Andreas Christodoulou 197-F/G-1995 AEK Larnaca Cyprus
9Aeneas Jung 203-PF-2002 Ludwigsburg Germany
11Michalis Koumis 204-C-1996 Apoel Cyprus
13Filippos Tigkas 184-PG-2002 Keravnos Cyprus
69Roberto Mantovani 203-F-1994 AEK Larnaca Cyprus
99Nikos Stylianou 198-F-1988 Keravnos Cyprus

Christophoros Livadiotis Head Coach AEK Larnaca Cyprus
Alexandros Lekisvili Assistant
Michael Matsentides Assistant Omonia Cyprus


Taveion Hollingsworth (ex Dubrava) agreed terms with AEK Larnaca - by Antonis Katsaros
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Petrolina-AEK-Larnaca (OPAP Basket League) strengthened their roster with addition of 23-year old American 188cm guard Taveion Hollingsworth (college: WKU). Hollingsworth played recently at Dubrava in Croatian Premijer Liga, but left the team in Feb.'23. In 20 games he recorded very impressive stats: 19.2ppg, 6.7rpg, 3.5apg and 2.2spg this season. He also played 6 games in Alpe Adria Cup where he averaged remarkable 18.2ppg, 7.3rpg, 2.5apg and 1.7spg.
Hollingsworth has played previously professionally in Austria (Arkadia Lions) and The Basketball Tournament (Defeat Diabetes). He played in the final of C-USA Tournament in 2018, 2019 and 2021.
Among many awards he was voted to Eurobasket.com Austrian League All-Imports Team in 2022.
Hollingsworth graduated from Western Kentucky University in 2021 and it is his second season in pro basketball.

Timisoara welcomes back Strong-Moore, ex AEK Larnaca - by Arnold Beres
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CS-SCM-Timisoara (Liga Nationala) landed 29-year old American 185cm point guard Darrion Strong-Moore (college: UAFS). It is actually his comeback to Timisoara as he has played here before. Strong-Moore started the season at AEK Larnaca in Cypriot OPAP Basket League. In 7 games he averaged impressive 15.1ppg, 2.0rpg and 3.0apg.
He has played also professionally in Bosnia (OKK Sloboda Tuzla and Spars), Slovakia (Inter Bratislava) and Romania (Galati).
Among many awards his college team won Bosnia and Herzegovina Cup in 2020. Strong-Moore was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Romanian League Honorable Mention in 2022.
He graduated from University of Arkansas Fort Smith in 2018 and it is his fifth season in pro basketball.
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CZECH REPUBLIC  
Mitchell is back at Los Mochis, ex Kolin - by Eurobasket News
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Pioneros-de-Los-Mochis (CIBACOPA) signed 31-year old American power forward John Mitchell (208cm-102kg-1991, college: Virginia Union) for upcoming 2023 season. It is actually his comeback to Pioneros Los Mochis as he has played here before. Mitchell just played at BK Geosan Kolin in NBL league in Czech Republic.
Mitchell has played on three different continents (Europe, Latin America and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Georgia (Cactus), United Kingdom (Newcastle Eagles) and Mexico (Correcaminos and Cerveceros).
His team was regular season runner-up in Georgian League in 2018.
Mitchell graduated from Virginia Union University in 2017 and it will be his sixth season as a professional player.

2023 World Cup Qualifiers: Victor Wembanyama propels France past Czech Republic - by Eurobasket News
Czech Republic - France 59-72

France knocked down Czech Republic in Pardubice tonight. Victor Wembanyama (220-F-2004) tallied 22 points, 17 rebounds, 6 blocks and 4 steals to lead les Bleus as they improved at 9-2 record atop of Group K.
Czech Republic dominated in the first period. The hosts posted a 27-11 lead after ten minutes. But France slowed their opponents down in the second term. They held the hosts to just 9 points in the period to pull within 9 points at halftime 36-27. France followed with a 22-11 run in the third period to spur ahead. Les Bleus unloaded 23 points in the fourth quarter and raced to the victory at the end. Paul Lacombe (198-G-1990, agency: BeoBasket) tossed in 13 points, grabbed 7 rebounds and dished out 4 assists for the visitors. Tomas Kyzlink (198-SG-1993) tossed in 23 points for Czech Republic. Patrik Auda (204-PF-1989, college: Seton Hall, agency: Octagon Europe) had 10 points in the loss.

Czech Republic National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
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Vojtech Hruban
Hruban
Viktor Pulpan
Pulpan
Ondrej Balvin
Balvin
Martin Kriz
Kriz
Tomas Kyzlink
Kyzlink
#e#5
1Patrik Auda 204-PF-1989 Yokohama BC Japan
2Ondrej Hanzlik 201-F-2002 Girona Spain
7Vojtech Hruban 202-SF-1989 London L. United Kingdom
9Viktor Pulpan 191-PG-1996 Brno Czech Republic
10Petr Safarcik 193-G/F-1994 Pardubice Czech Republic
12Ondrej Balvin 217-C-1992 Prometey Ukraine
26David Bohm 206-F-2001 USK Praha Czech Republic
29Jakub Slavik 199-SF-1999 Opava Czech Republic
31Martin Kriz 200-F-1993 Nymburk Czech Republic
32Richard Balint 192-PG-1996 Brno Czech Republic
33James Karnik 207-C-1998 Geneve Switzerland
77Tomas Kyzlink 198-SG-1993 Limoges France

Ronen Ginzburg Head Coach Prometey Ukraine
Lukas Pivoda Assistant Svitavy Czech Republic
Jan Pospisil Assistant USK Praha Czech Republic


Usti n/Labem lands Dominik Heinzl - by Surujh Roopnarine
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SLUNETA-Usti-nad-Labem (NBL) tabbed 27-year old 204cm power forward Dominik Heinzl (college: CS Fullerton). He started the season at Olomoucko in the NBL. In 24 games he averaged 6.8ppg and 4.3rpg. He also played 6 games in Alpe Adria Cup where he had 5.7ppg and 5.0rpg.
Heinzl represented Czech Republic at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Crete (Greece) nine years ago. His stats at that event were 2 games: 3.5ppg, 1.5rpg, 1.0apg.
He has played previously for three other teams: NH Ostrava, Hradec Kralove and Polabi.
Among many awards his team was regular season runner-up in Czech Republic 1.Liga in 2020.
Heinzl graduated from California State University, Fullerton in 2019 and it is his fourth season in pro basketball.
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DENMARK  
Danish National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
#s#
Sebastian Petersen
Petersen
Adama Darboe
Darboe
Jonas Zohore
Zohore
Kevin Larsen
Larsen
Darko Jukic
Jukic
#e#5
2Sebastian Petersen 191-G-1995 Kaposvari Hungary
3Asbjoern Midtgaard 213-C-1997 Crailsheim Germany
4Adama Darboe 190-G-1986 Stjarnan Iceland
6Jonas Zohore 210-C-1991 Siauliai Lithuania
11Mads Bonde 197-F/G-1997 Almansa Spain
14Marqus Marion 204-F-2004 Herlev Denmark
21Kevin Larsen 208-C-1993 Estudiantes Spain
22Sylvester Berg 201-F-1998 Alicante Spain
23Noah Churchill 194-PG-2003 Bakken Denmark
27Darko Jukic 199-F-1990 Bakken Denmark
33Daniel Mortensen 204-F-1994 Haukar Iceland
77Tobias Jensen 190-SG-2004 Ulm Germany

Allan Foss Head Coach
Arnar Gudjonsson Assistant Stjarnan Iceland
Jeffrey Jensen Assistant Copenhagen Denmark


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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC  
Joensi Rivera (ex Jarabacoa) signs at Dijlah - by Eurobasket Center
Dijlah-University (Superleague) landed 26-year old Dominican 198cm small forward Joensi Rivera. Rivera started the season at Jarabacoa in District League in Dominican Republic. In 8 games he averaged impressive 45.5ppg, 12.5rpg and 3.5apg.
He has played also professionally for other Dominican Rep. teams like San Lazaro, Los Prados and Leones.
SPB 2023 - Diablos sign Bayron Matos just out of college - by Francisco Vega
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Diablos-de-Miranda (SPB) signed Dominican forward Bayron Matos (206cm-98kg) for the upcoming SPB 2023 season. Matos just graduated from SFlorida (NCAA). But in 28 games he had only 1.5ppg and 2.7rpg last season.
He started his college career at University of New Mexico (NCAA). Then he moved to University of South Florida (NCAA).
Matos was one of the highest ranked players in high school in 2020. Matos' high school career he had spent at Hamilton Heights Christian Academy in Chattanooga, TN, which he joined from Atlanta Celtics (GA).
As mentioned above he is just out of college, so it will be his first season as a professional player.

SPB 2023 - Cangrejeros sign Luis Feliz, ex Mauricio Baez - by Francisco Vega
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Cangrejeros-de-Monagas (SPB) signed 20-year old Dominican swingman Luis Feliz (190cm-2002) for the upcoming SPB 2023 season. Feliz just played at Mauricio Baez in TBS league in Dominican Republic.
He has played previously professionally in Dominican Republic (Marineros and Gregorio Urbano Gilbert) and Nicaragua (Caribbean Coast).
Despite young age he had impressive career. Feliz won Dominican Republic Santiago League championship title in 2022. He was voted to Dominican Republic LNB All-Star Game in 2022.
Feliz could be described: Luis is an athletic 6-3 with a strong body and great ability to score and defend.He is an outstanding teammate and personality.

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ECBL  
Hub City Hogs add Jordan Reid for 2023 - by Eurobasket News
The Hub City Hogs announced the recent signing of Jordan Reid (6'1''-G, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance), a guard out of Silver Spring, MD. Reid, an All-County Selection while playing at Albert Einstein High School in Silver Spring, moved on to Howard Community College (MD) where he averaged 15.3 ppg and 5.1 rpg in two seasons with the Dragons. Reid's next stop was DII Wheeling University (WV) where he starred for three years, earning All-MEC honors all three seasons. His career average of 20 ppg was good enough to land him in 13th place on the Wheeling University all-time scorers list, with 1398 points. Recently, Reid is notable in his involvement with basketball YouTuber known as DC Heat, for being a member of a team of Curry's, where Reid and 4 others dressed as Steph Curry and played pickup games versus randoms at a local gym. Reid and his team, in Steph Curry fashion, could only shoot three-pointers and the 'Stef Curry floater'. The video quickly went viral and has over 1.6 million views and led Curry to invite Reid and the others to Oakland, CA to be his VIP guests at a Warriors home game, where they met the NBA superstar and watched a game from a VIP box. Reid brings added depth to the Hogs backcourt, which includes veteran Willie McDowell (Wilson College) and Reid's high school and college rival, Daniel Alexander (Frostburg State). Hub City begins their ECBL season with a road game on Sunday, February 25th against the NOVA Bulls, in Gainesville, VA.
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EL SALVADOR  
2025 FIBA AmeriCup Pre-Qualifiers: Costa Rica beat El Salvador in overtime opener - by Eurobasket News
El Salvador - Costa Rica 97-101 2OT

Costa Rica beat El Salvador 101-97 in the 2025 FIBA AmeriCup Pre-Qualifiers opener. The latter grabbed a 23-17 lead at the start and enjoyed a 12-point advantage at the halftime. Moreover, they posted a 22-13 rally in the third quarter, whilst Costa Rica exploded with a 33-12 surge in the fourth period to tie it all at 73-73. Both teams notched 15 points each in the first overtime and then Costa Rica needed a 13-9 run in the second overtime to seal the win.
David Shedden (197-F-1995) top-scored for the winners with 22 points and Isaac Conejo (182-PG-1994) netted 17. Kay Martinez (198-G-1984, college: Jackson St.) posted 16 points, whilst Carlos Quesada (198-C-1985) had 14. Roberto Martinez (1991) replied with 28 points in the losing effort.

El Salvador National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center
Starting five
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Leonardo Hernandez
Hernandez
Eduardo Escalante
Escalante
Roberto Martinez
Martinez
Carlos Arias
Arias
Brayan Garcia
Garcia
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0Gerardo Rivas 182-G-2001 Aguila El Salvador
3Leonardo Hernandez 174-SG-1994 Metapan El Salvador
5Ernesto Rodriguez 170-SG-2001 Aguila El Salvador
8Eduardo Escalante 181-SG-1993 San Salvador El Salvador
10Roberto Martinez 185-SG-1991 San Salvador El Salvador
12Carlos Arias 200-C-1989 Santa Tecla El Salvador
17Edwin Cornejo 195-F-1999 San Salvador El Salvador
20Marco Aguilar 192-PF-1994 Aguila El Salvador
24Luis Valle 190-SG-1997 San Salvador El Salvador
26Brayan Garcia 194-F/C-1998 Aguila El Salvador
45Ibrahima Traore 208-C-2005
88Juan Ibarra 197-F-2004 Zarate Basket Argentina

Jose Santana Head Coach


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ESTONIA  
Estonian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Estonian National Team 2023
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Mart Rosenthal
Rosenthal
Kaspar Treier
Treier
Mikk Jurkatamm
Jurkatamm
Mihkel Kirves
Kirves
Hugo Toom
Toom
#e#5
1Mart Rosenthal 192-SG-1999 Tartu Estonia
3Kaspar Treier 203-F-1999 Sassari Italy
7Mikk Jurkatamm 196-SG-2000 Treviso Italy
8Mihkel Kirves 200-PF-1996 Parnu Estonia
10Hugo Toom 200-SF-2002 Kalev/Cramo Estonia
13Kregor Hermet 204-PF-1997 Kalev/Cramo Estonia
14Taavi Jurkatamm 204-PF-1997 Kalev/Cramo Estonia
17Robert Valge 192-SG-1997 Parnu Estonia
25Joonas Riismaa 195-SF-2002 Brindisi Italy
33Kristjan Kitsing 205-PF-1990 Kalev/Cramo Estonia
34Artur Konontsuk 201-SF-2000 Kalev/Cramo Estonia
77Kristian Kullamaee 194-PG-1999 Lietkabelis Lithuania

Jukka Toijala Head Coach
Heiko Rannula Assistant Kalev/Cramo Estonia
Indrek Reinbok Assistant Kalev/Cramo Estonia


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EUROBASKET SUMMER LEAGUE  
Eurobasket Summer League Camp: What Some of Our Alumni Have Accomplished - by ESL News

The Eurobasket Summer League (ESL) Camp and Tours have been the catalyst for helping players find jobs overseas. With the total number of professional alumni sitting at 1,287 players across 103 different countries, the facts speak for themselves. Players have come from every corner of the United States, Canada, and from countries ranging from China to Saudi Arabia to even a small island of Malta.



Each year we get a healthy dose of NCAA D1, D2, D3, and NAIA players to come to the various events. We have had players from powerhouse programs like Duke, Gonzaga, UCONN, Michigan State, and Texas to name a few that allow players from Mid-Majors and Small Colleges to prove their worth. The variety in itself is what makes the Eurobasket Camps and Showcases the best in the world for teams to recruit from. The success shows in having over 1200+ players sign professional contracts following their attendance at an ESL Event.

This link has the full list: https://www.eurobasketsummerleague.com/2023_Eurobasket.pdf



This year we will visit Dallas (March 31-April 2), Atlanta (June 2-4), NYC (June 9-11), Chicago (June 23-25), and Las Vegas (July 7-9 and 10-12).



Let's take a look at some of our Alumni:



David Nwaba (195-G/F-1993, college: Cal Poly) (2016): The only ESL camp member to sign a multi-year NBA Contract. David finished his ESL Camp ranked as the #1 player and went on to sign a contract in the G-League with the South Bay Lakers. After averaging 15 pts and 7 reb per game for 43 G-League games, David was called up to the Los Angeles Lakers where he averaged 6 points and 3 rebounds in 20 games. His NBA Career would continue with Chicago, Cleveland, Brooklyn, and Houston. His career high was in 2021/22 season in Houston where he averaged 9.2 pts and 4 reb per game.



Ronald March (196-G/F-1993, college: Philander Smith) (2016): After finishing his collegiate career at NAIA Philander Smith College, March took his first contract in India of the UBA League averaging 37 points per game! From there he moved on to the London Lightning in Canada, Grengewald Hostert in Luxembourg, and a stellar 2018/19 season in Switzerland averaging 21.6 points for Riviera. He then moved into France with Aix-Maurienne Savoie Basket in the Pro B level for 1 year before signing with Chorale de Roanne. Playing the top level of France now for 3 years having his best season at 20.4 points per game.



Eric Nottage (187-G-1994, college: FIU) (2019): Eric finished playing college for FIU in 2017 but went jobless the next 2 years! He came to the Eurobasket Camp and met Coach George Bitzanis who signed him to his Spisska Nova Ves team in the Slovakian SBL where he would spend 2 years averaging 17 pts per game! He has since spent team in the Georgian Superleague, the Switzerland SBL, French Pro B, and this year playing in North Macedonia for AD Skopje!



Ciara Rosten (188-F-1996, college: Edinboro) (2019): A NCAA Division II alumni of our 2019 Final 4 showcase in Tampa, Rosten teamed up with her advisor she met at the camp that helped get her first job in Sweden for Ostersund Basket. She then had stops in Romania, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, and is currently playing in the Bulgarian NBL and Eurocup with Beroe Stara Zagora! In Eurocup action she is averaging 8 points and 6 rebounds while in NBL play she is averaging 12.5 pts, and 10 reb per game!



Martha Burse (168-G-1996, college: Indianapolis) (2018): One of our favorite alumni who stands only at 5'3 but one of the best scorers and defenders in all of Europe. Martha an NCAA Division II player got her start for CPN in Portugal's top division. She lead the league in steals at 3.6 per game to go with 18.3 points. She resigned for her 2nd season and lead the league in points and steals which lead to her signing for AD Vagos. After her third season in Portugal, Martha signed with BBC Sparta Bertrange in Luxembourg where she is currently averaging 26 points, 8 rebounds, and 4.1 steals per game.



Joey Puddister (183-PG-1992, college: Nipissing, agency: PBAplayers Agency) (2017): a 6'0 guard from Nipissing University in the Canadian Collegiate system got his start from Coach Vincent Van Sliedregt and his Rotterdam Challengers. Joey was assigned to Coach Vince's team in the ESL Camp and it was instant chemistry that resulted in his signing. Joey played 25 games in the Netherlands that year. He has since played for the Sudbury Five in Canada, and GDB Leca in Portugal.



Demetris Morant (206-F-1992, college: FGCU, agency: Helping Ballers) (2017): Came to via mid-major Florida Gulf Coast where he averaged 10 pts and 8 reb his senior season. He finished #1 in the analytics ratings that helped lead him to joining teams all over the world. His rookie season was in the Greece A1 League, followed by Germany Pro A, then the Hungarian A Division. After 3 years in Europe, he then moved on to Asia in the Thailand TBSL, and then came back to Europe for stops in Romania and Kosovo!



Silas Melson (193-G-1996, college: Gonzaga) (2018): After 4 great seasons at Gonzaga, Silas averaged 17 pts per game at the ESL camp in Vegas. He has since played in 7 countries ranging from Europe Cup in Greece, The Israeli Winner League, Qatar D1, Poland EBL, the Finland Korisliiga, Belgium Euromillions League, Turkey BSL, and VTB League with Estonia's BC Kalev/Cramo Tallinn. His best season was with Kalev/Cramo where her averaged 13.5 pts in the Latvian/Estonian League and 9.5 points in the VTB.



Andreona Keys (178-G-1995, college: Purdue) (2018): After her Purdue career ended she averaged 19.5 pts with 6 rebounds in the 2018 Women's Final 4 Showcase. She has since played in Ukraine, Slovenia, Romania, and Poland in her professional career. In every single season as a professional she has averaged over 20 points per game. Her highest total was in 2020/21 while playing for Dynamo in Ukraine.



Nyra Williams (165-G-1998, college: VCU) (2021): The VCU graduate signed her 1st contract with Artsakh in the Armenian Basketball League while leading the league in assists at 7.1 per game and scoring 24.5 ppg. She returned to Armenia for her 2nd season with Hatis where she averaged 15 points per game and again lead the league in assists. Hatis went on to win the Armenian Championship.



Reginald Kissoonlal (213-F/C-1996, college: Marian, IN, agency: One Motive Sports) (2019): Reggie came to ESL following his career at NAIA Marian University. He was found at the camp by Coach George Bitzanis who signed him to his team (Etha) in Cyprus. Reggie averaged 11 pts, 8 reb, and 2 blocks per game. He then moved on to play two seasons in Denmark for Randers and this season signed with the Boston Celtics NBA G-League Affiliate, the Maine Celtics. He is represented by one of the best agencies in international basketball in One Motive Sports.



Frank Bartley IV (191-G-1994, college: Louisiana, agency: One Motive Sports) (2019): After playing professionally for the Saint John Riptide (Canada), Frank moved on to play in Spain's LEB Gold with Valladolid following his 4th place ranking in the Vegas ESL. Bartley led LEB Gold in scoring and sparked his next move to BBL Germany with Medi Bayreuth. He then had a stint in Denmark with Bakken and averaged 17 points per game in the Israeli Winner League. This season Frank is averaging 19.2 pts per game in a powerful Italian Serie A league with Trieste.



Damian Archer (183-G-1996, college: Miles) (2020): Damian came to the very 1st camp following the COVID-19 pandemic and ended up landing a deal in with the Mad Foxes in Armenia. He led them to an Armenian Cup Championship and re-signed for another year. His 2nd year ended in him being named the Most Valuable Player for the Caucasus Basketball League (teams from Georgia and Armenia). He recently signed with the Gold Coast Wallabies in Switzerland during his 3rd professional season.

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EUROLEAGUE  
Stats Leaders
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Bacon_Dwayne_1

Panathinaikos
(201-SF-1995)
Avg: 18.5

Bacon
18.5
Vezenkov
18.4
James
17.3
Clyburn
17.0
Brown
17.0
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EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS  
Stats Leaders
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Adetocunbo_Giannis_1

GRE
(211-F-1994)
Avg: 29.5

Antetokounmpo
29.5
Doncic
26.6
Rugg
24.8
Markkanen
24.8
Frey
22.3
EuroBasket 2025 Pre-Qualifiers: Poland beat Austria in Sosnowiec - by Eurobasket News
Poland - Austria 87:72

Poland beat Austria 87-72 in Sosnowiec at the EuroBasket 2025 Pre-Qualifiers. The hosts grabbed a 26-21 lead at the start and added a massive 31-17 surge in the second period. Austria managed to reduce with a 19-14 run, whilst the home side won the last period 16-15.
Aleksander Balcerowski (218-C-2000, agency: BeoBasket) stepped up with 25 points for the winners and Michal Michalak (196-G/F-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) notched 10. Rasid Mahalbasic (210-C-1990, agency: BeoBasket) replied with 22 points for the guests and Luka Brajkovic (211-F-1999, college: Davidson) produced 10.

EuroBasket 2025 Pre-Qualifiers: Bulgaria steal show in Pitesti - by Eurobasket News
Romania - Bulgaria 61:62

Bulgaria have stolen a show from Pitesti as they defeated Romania 62-61 at the EuroBasket 2025 Pre-Qualifiers. The guests took an early 16-12 run in the first quarter and added a narrow 15-13 rally in the second frame. Romania tied it all the end of 30 minutes, whilst Bulgaria closed the game with an 18-17 run to seal the win.
Pavlin Ivanov (195-SG-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) top-scored for thew winners with 14 points an Simeon Lepichev (205-F/C-1995, college: FAU, agency: Helping Ballers) netted 13. Codi Miller-McIntyre (191-PG-1994, college: Wake Forest) and Yordan Minchev (202-F-1998) followed them with 11 points each in a win. Rolland Torok (203-PF-1990) replied with 12 points in the losing effort.
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FIBA AMERICUP  
2025 FIBA AmeriCup Pre-Qualifiers: Costa Rica beat El Salvador in overtime opener - by Eurobasket News
El Salvador - Costa Rica 97-101 2OT

Costa Rica beat El Salvador 101-97 in the 2025 FIBA AmeriCup Pre-Qualifiers opener. The latter grabbed a 23-17 lead at the start and enjoyed a 12-point advantage at the halftime. Moreover, they posted a 22-13 rally in the third quarter, whilst Costa Rica exploded with a 33-12 surge in the fourth period to tie it all at 73-73. Both teams notched 15 points each in the first overtime and then Costa Rica needed a 13-9 run in the second overtime to seal the win.
David Shedden (197-F-1995) top-scored for the winners with 22 points and Isaac Conejo (182-PG-1994) netted 17. Kay Martinez (198-G-1984, college: Jackson St.) posted 16 points, whilst Carlos Quesada (198-C-1985) had 14. Roberto Martinez (1991) replied with 28 points in the losing effort.

2025 FIBA AmeriCup Pre-Qualifiers: Nicaragua open the campaign with the win over Honduras - by Eurobasket News
Nicaragua - Honduras 91:65

Nicaragua opened the campaign with the win over Honduras, 91-65. Nicaragua dominated the whole game and posted wins in all the quarters.
Jared Ruiz (188-G-1992) led the home side with 21 points in Managua. Josmel Martinez (198-F, college: Broward CC) followed him with 13, whilst Francisco Garth (195-G/F-1999) netted 12. Francisco Forbs and Denneson Lucas (199-F-2000) answered with 13 points each in a loss. Carlos Dionicio ended up with 10 points for Honduras.

2025 FIBA AmeriCup Pre-Qualifiers: Nicaragua achieve another win in Managua - by Eurobasket News
Guatemala - Nicaragua 59:77

Nicaragua achieved another win in Managua at the 2025 FIBA AmeriCup Pre-Qualifiers. They overcame Guatemala 77-59 with a strong first half. Nicaragua started the game with a 22-11 run and added a massive 21-10 surge in the second period. Guatemala replied with an 18-13 run in the third period, whilst Nicaragua closed the game with a narrow 21-20 rally.
Jared Ruiz (188-G-1992) top-scored for the winners with 18 points and Romario Ponce (180-PG-1995) nailed 12. Sharlon Hodgson (183-PG-1994) delivered 11, whilst Francisco Garth (195-G/F-1999) had 10. Helmuth Esquivel replied with 18 points and 20 rebounds in a loss.

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FIBA ASIA CUP  
2025 Asia Cup Pre-Qualifiers: Malaysia defeat Singapore in Group F opener - by Eurobasket News
Malaysia - Singapore 75:69

Malaysia defeated Singapore 75-69 in Group F opener of the 2025 Asia Cup Pre-Qualifiers. Trailing 14-15 first in the opening period and then 7 points at the halftime, Malaysia took control of the game in the second half. They replied with a 26-21 run in the third quarter and closed the game with a final 22-14 rally.
Yi-Hou Wong (195-F-1996) top-scored for the winners with 22 points and Chun-Hong Ting (193-G-1996) netted 16. Xian-Fu Ooi (188-SG-2000) followed them with 13 points in a win. Shi-Yu Ng (197-F-2000) replied with 17 points in defeat and Justen Chiam (177-G-2002) netted 12.

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FINLAND  
Finnish National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Finnish National Team 2023
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Aatu Kivimaki
Kivimaki
Alex Murphy
Murphy
Sasu Salin
Salin
Mikael Jantunen
Jantunen
Elias Valtonen
Valtonen
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4Aatu Kivimaki 185-PG-1997 Tuebingen Germany
5Alex Murphy 206-F-1993 Hokkaido L. Japan
9Sasu Salin 190-SG-1991 Tenerife Spain
18Mikael Jantunen 204-F-2000 Treviso Italy
19Elias Valtonen 200-SF-1999 Rostock Germany
21Edon Maxhuni 188-PG-1998 Crailsheim Germany
32Shawn Hopkins 198-PG-1995 Craiova Romania
35Ilari Seppala 188-PG-1993 St. Chamond France
41Topias Palmi 196-SG-1994 Craiova Romania
42Daniel Dolenc 205-C-1993 Kauhajoki Finland
43Max Besselink 202-F-2002 Goettingen Germany
44Remu Raitanen 206-F-1997 Albacete Spain

Lassi Tuovi Head Coach Strasbourg France
Hanno Mottola Assistant HBA-Marsky Finland
Teemu Rannikko Assistant Vilpas Finland


1st Division B Round 18: Karkkila keep a leadership position - by Eurobasket News
The games at this stage are more interesting as they can be crucial for the final standings in Regular Season. Despite we already know who is stronger and who is weaker, there may be still last minute surprises and upsets. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for sixteenth-ranked Karkkila as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Karkkila smashed second-best JyWe in Jyvaskyla 91-56. The game without a history. Karkkila led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to JyWe's 26. Karkkila forced 24 JyWe turnovers and outrebounded them 42-30 including 29 on the defensive glass. It was a good game for Canadian forward Jake Newman (198-1994, college: Victoria) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists. Guard Mikko Visakko (189-1997) contributed with 13 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Guard Aarre Abbey (189-2001) replied with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds for JyWe. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Korinokia. JyWe at the other side still keeps top place with five games lost. JyWe will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest in order to get back on the winning path. Karkkila will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked HyPo in Hyvinkaa.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked PeU-Basket (12-6) against seventh ranked HyPo (11-7) on Sunday night. Visiting PeU-Basket was defeated by HyPo in a tough game in Hyvinkaa 88-93. American forward Arinze Obiora (196-1997, college: UMass Dartmouth) had a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Jimi Viita chipped in 16 points, 8 assists and 4 steals during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Ladavius Draine (193, college: Tulsa) with a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!). Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. HyPo moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Pantterit and Ura Basket. PeU-Basket at the other side keeps the third position with six games lost. HyPo will play against Karkkila (#15) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. PeU-Basket will play against Raholan P. (#7) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
An interesting game for JyWe (14-5) which played road game in Helsinki against 4th ranked Pantterit (11-7). Second ranked JyWe managed to get a 10-point victory 92-82. Oliver Kanden notched 23 points and 8 rebounds to lead the effort. Even 25 points by Marcus Bailey-Henry Jr did not help to save the game for Pantterit. JyWe keeps a position of league leader. Loser Pantterit keeps the fourth place with seven games lost. They share the position with HyPo and Ura Basket. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 18: LrNMKY beat Pantterit on the road 79-72. Team Pajulahti lost to PuHu Juniorit on its own court 83-98. Korinokia was outscored by Ura Basket in Kaarina 65-102. Westside ET was rolled over Pantterit at home 57-89. Leppavaaran P. was defeated by Raholan P. on the opponent's court 79-70. Kataja Ta. was beaten by LrNMKY in a home game 67-72.
The most impressive performance of 18th round was 20 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists by Aubrey Conerly of LrNMKY.



Pantterit - JyWe 82-92

An interesting game for JyWe (14-5) which played road game in Helsinki against 4th ranked Pantterit (11-7). Second ranked JyWe managed to get a 10-point victory 92-82. JyWe forced 19 Pantterit turnovers. Strangely Pantterit outrebounded JyWe 41-25 including 28 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Oliver Kanden (198-2004) notched 23 points and 8 rebounds to lead the effort and point guard Juuso Salmi (188-2004) supported him with 11 points and 6 assists. Even 25 points by American guard Marcus Bailey-Henry Jr (178, college: Portland CC) did not help to save the game for Pantterit. Center Gezim Bajrami (207-2003) added 12 points and 11 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. JyWe keeps a position of league leader. Loser Pantterit keeps the fourth place with seven games lost. They share the position with HyPo and Ura Basket. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Pantterit: M.Bailey-Henry Jr. 25+3reb+1ast, K.Veikka 16+4reb+4ast, M.Vaano 15+1reb, B.Gezim 12+11reb+1ast, O.Nolan 6+15reb+1ast, K.Straih 5+3reb+5ast
JyWe: K.Oliver 23+8reb+1ast, K.Kalle 15+3reb+2ast, T.Kuukkanen 15+2reb+3ast, S.Juuso 11+4reb+6ast, T.Flinck 9+6reb+5ast, M.Eino 9+1reb+3ast
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Pantterit - LrNMKY 72-79

There was a surprise result when tenth ranked LrNMKY (8-10) beat higher ranked Pantterit (11-7) in Helsinki 79-72 on Tuesday. The guests trailed by 11 points after first quarter, but they rallied back and won the game by 7 points. LrNMKY dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Pantterit's 26. LrNMKY forced 23 Pantterit turnovers. American point guard Aubrey Conerly (183-1983, college: Jacksonville) notched 20 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the effort and the other American import Vernon Payne (203, college: IU Southeast) supported him with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 blocks. LrNMKY's coach Aubrey Conerly used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 14 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists by American guard Marcus Bailey-Henry Jr (178, college: Portland CC) did not help to save the game for Pantterit. Center Gezim Bajrami (207-2003) added 15 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. LrNMKY have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to ninth place. Loser Pantterit keeps the fourth position with seven games lost. They share it with HyPo and Ura Basket. LrNMKY will meet at home Pyrinto Ak.B (#10) in the next round. Pantterit will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Pantterit: B.Gezim 15+7reb+1ast, M.Bailey-Henry Jr. 14+5reb+5ast, M.Vaano 12+5reb, K.Veikka 11+2reb+5ast, O.Nolan 8+12reb, E.Mombilo 7+4reb
LrNMKY: A.Conerly 20+8reb+7ast, V.Payne 15+6reb+3ast, I.Johan 12+2reb+1ast, M.Yonis 10+3reb+2ast, P.Makitalo 7+6reb, R.Elias 7+1reb+4ast
gschID: 1061222


Team Pajulahti - PuHu Juniorit 83-98

Very expected game when 12th ranked Team Pajulahti (7-11) lost to second ranked PuHu Juniorit (13-4) in Lahti 83-98 on Thursday. The guests trailed by 1 point after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 6-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 98-83. PuHu Juniorit forced 19 Team Pajulahti turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Guard Niki Juntunen (188-2001) notched 17 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the effort and point guard Valtteri Leino (183-1995) supported him with 20 points and 4 assists. PuHu Juniorit's coach Mikko Larkas used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists by guard Jan-Viljam Homanen (193-2002) did not help to save the game for Team Pajulahti. Guard Ville Tolonen (192-2003) added 15 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. PuHu Juniorit have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 13-4 record behind leader JyWe. Loser Team Pajulahti dropped to the eleventh place with 11 games lost. They share the position with Leppavaaran P.. PuHu Juniorit will meet at home Ura Basket (#4) in the next round. Team Pajulahti will play against MuKi (#14) in Helsinki and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Team Pajulahti: H.Jan-Viljam 21+5reb+4ast, T.Ville 15+10reb+5ast, M.Laitinen 13+3reb+3ast, E.Lahdetniemi 11+10reb, T.Tiitus 10+6reb, P.Veeti 6+2reb+2ast
PuHu Juniorit: V.Leino 20+3reb+4ast, N.Juntunen 17+7reb+6ast, O.Rantala 17+4reb+4ast, V.Aku 14+9reb+2ast, R.Tony 11+5reb+2ast, V.Samuel 10+3reb
gschID: 1015743


JyWe - Karkkila 56-91

The game had a very big importance for sixteenth-ranked Karkkila as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Karkkila smashed second-best JyWe in Jyvaskyla 91-56. The game without a history. Karkkila led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to JyWe's 26. Karkkila forced 24 JyWe turnovers and outrebounded them 42-30 including 29 on the defensive glass. It was a good game for Canadian forward Jake Newman (198-1994, college: Victoria) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists. Guard Mikko Visakko (189-1997) contributed with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Newman is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Karkkila players scored in double figures. Guard Aarre Abbey (189-2001) replied with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds and point guard Aku-Petteri Kuusinen (186-2003) added 21 points in the effort for JyWe. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Korinokia. JyWe at the other side still keeps top place with five games lost. JyWe will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest in order to get back on the winning path. Karkkila will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked HyPo in Hyvinkaa.
Top scorers:
JyWe: K.Aku-Petteri 21+3reb+1ast, A.Aarre 17+10reb+3ast, V.Viljami 9+1reb+1ast, T.Luojus 6+7reb+5ast, H.Teemu 2+3reb+2ast, V.Vilppu 1+1reb
Karkkila: J.Newman 22+13reb+9ast, K.Nestori 15+3reb, E.Laaksonen 14+1reb+2ast, M.Visakko 13+10reb+2ast, J.Roy 9+7reb+2ast, T.Niilo 8+3reb+3ast
gschID: 1015742


Ura Basket - Korinokia 102-65

Very predictable result when sixth ranked Ura Basket (11-7) rolled over bottom-ranked Korinokia (5-13) in Kaarina 102-65 on Sunday. The hosts trailed by 2 points at the halftime before their 66-27 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Ura Basket dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Korinokia's 36. Ura Basket forced 19 Korinokia turnovers and outrebounded them 53-41 including 16 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Guard Anton Kankaanpaa (196, college: S.Nazarene) notched 18 points and 8 rebounds to lead the effort and guard Emil Komusaari (188-2000) supported him with 17 points and 4 assists. Ura Basket's coach Arttu Mannelin felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even a double-double of 18 points, 16 rebounds and 5 assists by American forward Ryan Batte (198, college: Thomas More) did not help to save the game for Korinokia. Forward Ville-Matti Niskanen (193-2007) added 12 points and 5 rebounds. Ura Basket moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Pantterit and HyPo. Korinokia lost seventh consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the bottom position with 13 games lost. They share it with Karkkila. Ura Basket will meet league's second-placed PuHu Juniorit in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Korinokia will play against Kataja Ta. (#8) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Korinokia: R.Batte 18+16reb+5ast, N.Ville-Matti 12+5reb+1ast, P.Mikael 9+2reb, B.Hugo 7+8reb+2ast, H.Veikka-Santeri 6+3reb+3ast, S.Elias 5+4reb+1ast
Ura Basket: A.Kankaanpaa 18+8reb+3ast, K.Emil 17+3reb+4ast, H.Lauri 17+4reb+3ast, O.Rasanen 10+3reb+2ast, S.Diaz Elias 10+1reb, T.Ritanotko 8+14reb+1ast
gschID: 1015748


Westside ET - Pantterit 57-89

Not a big story in a game when 13th ranked Westside ET (6-11) was outscored by fourth ranked Pantterit (11-7) in Espoo 89-57 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by Pantterit. Westside ET managed to win third quarter 24-21. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Westside ET to just 7 points in fourth quarter. Pantterit dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Westside ET's 34. Pantterit forced 20 Westside ET turnovers and had a 33-21 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Forward Eshaq Safi (205-1996) notched a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and guard Veikka Koivisto (190-2003) supported him with 17 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Pantterit players scored in double figures. Even 16 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists by Ghanian guard Woeyram Bani (184-2001) did not help to save the game for Westside ET. Point guard Leo Fajardo (175-2000) added 14 points. Pantterit maintains fourth position with 11-7 record, which they share with HyPo and Ura Basket. Loser Westside ET keeps the thirteenth place with 11 games lost. Pantterit will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Westside ET will play against Leppavaaran P. (#12) in Pyrinto and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Westside ET: B.Woeyram 16+5reb+4ast, F.Leo 14+3reb+2ast, M.Manyin 11+4reb, S.Daniel 6+7reb+2ast, L.Tatu 4+5reb, F.Zumon 4+4reb+2ast
Pantterit: E.Safi 18+12reb, K.Veikka 17+5reb+7ast, M.Bailey-Henry Jr. 13+2reb+7ast, B.Gezim 13+11reb, M.Vaano 8+5reb+3ast, E.Mombilo 8+3reb+2ast
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Raholan P. - Leppavaaran P. 79-70

Everything went according to plan when eighth ranked Raholan P. (10-8) defeated 10th ranked Leppavaaran P. (7-11) in Tampere 79-70 on Sunday. The hosts trailed by 2 points at the halftime before their 37-26 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Raholan P. outrebounded Leppavaaran P. 39-28 including 30 on the defensive glass. Forward Olli Kanerva (198-1996) notched a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort and forward Tuomo Aalto (190) supported him with 15 points and 8 rebounds. Four Raholan P. players scored in double figures. Even 16 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists by guard Riku Korhonen (192-2004) did not help to save the game for Leppavaaran P.. Forward Samppa Maki (193-2001) added 14 points. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Raholan P. moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Kataja Ta. Leppavaaran P. lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh position with 11 games lost. They share it with Team Pajulahti. Raholan P. will meet higher ranked PeU-Basket (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Leppavaaran P. will play against Westside ET (#13) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Leppavaaran P.: K.Riku 16+5reb+5ast, M.Samppa 14+3reb+2ast, I.Kerminen 12+1reb+1ast, R.Matias 7+4reb+1ast, H.Markus 6+7reb+3ast, E.Villa 5+5reb+4ast
Raholan P.: A.Tuomo 15+8reb, M.Samppa 14+3reb, D.Gonzalvez 13+5reb+3ast, O.Kanerva 13+11reb+1ast, J.Niemi 6+3reb+6ast, N.Veikko 5+3reb
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HyPo - PeU-Basket 93-88

Very important is a road loss of third ranked PeU-Basket (12-6) against seventh ranked HyPo (11-7) on Sunday night. Visiting PeU-Basket was defeated by HyPo in a tough game in Hyvinkaa 88-93. PeU-Basket was ahead by 2 points after three quarters before a 30-23 charge of HyPo, which allowed them to win the game. They dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to PeU-Basket's 40. American forward Arinze Obiora (196-1997, college: UMass Dartmouth) had a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Jimi Viita (180-2005) chipped in 16 points, 8 assists and 4 steals during the contest. Obiora is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four HyPo players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Ladavius Draine (193, college: Tulsa) with a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!) and forward Patrik Poutiainen (198-2001) scored 25 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. HyPo moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Pantterit and Ura Basket. PeU-Basket at the other side keeps the third position with six games lost. HyPo will play against Karkkila (#15) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. PeU-Basket will play against Raholan P. (#7) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
PeU-Basket: L.Draine 35+10reb+2ast, P.Poutiainen 25+6reb+3ast, T.Huolila 10+9reb+4ast, M.Kalle 5+3reb+1ast, N.Huoponen 5+2reb+4ast, J.Tuukka 4+3reb+2ast
HyPo: A.Obiora 33+10reb+1ast, V.Jimi 16+4reb+8ast, R.Hinkkanen 15+1reb, P.Hinkkanen 15+3reb+3ast, T.Honka 5+6reb+2ast, M.Kalle 4+5reb+5ast
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Kataja Ta. - LrNMKY 67-72

There was a minor upset when 7th ranked Kataja Ta. (10-8) lost to tenth ranked LrNMKY (8-10) in Joensuu 67-72 on Sunday. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Kataja Ta. won third quarter 22-16. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. LrNMKY forced 21 Kataja Ta. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American point guard Aubrey Conerly (183-1983, college: Jacksonville) notched a double-double by scoring 11 points, 5 rebounds, 10 assists and 6 steals to lead the effort and the other American import Vernon Payne (203, college: IU Southeast) supported him with 13 points and 6 rebounds. Four LrNMKY players scored in double figures. LrNMKY's coach Aubrey Conerly used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Even a double-double of 30 points and 13 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) by American forward Camron Reece (201, college: Talladega) did not help to save the game for Kataja Ta.. German Robin Danes (197-2001) added 16 points and 11 rebounds. LrNMKY have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to ninth place. Loser Kataja Ta. keeps the seventh position with eight games lost. They share it with Raholan P.. LrNMKY will meet at home Pyrinto Ak.B (#10) in the next round. Kataja Ta. will play against Korinokia in Nokia and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kataja Ta.: C.Reece 30+13reb+2ast, D.Robin 16+11reb+2ast, J.Lasaroff 8+2reb+6ast, K.Tatu 6+2reb+2ast, S.Ruskio 5+5reb+2ast, J.Tahtinen 1+4reb+1ast
LrNMKY: V.Payne 13+6reb+1ast, A.Conerly 11+5reb+10ast, M.Yonis 11+2reb+1ast, I.Johan 10+2reb+7ast, R.Elias 9+3reb+3ast, K.Otso 6+2reb
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Newman's double-double lands him 1st Division B Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News
28-year old forward Jake Newman (198-F-1994) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Karkkila and receives a Hoops Agents 1st Division B Player of the Week award for round 18.
He had a double-double of 22 points and 13 rebounds, while his team outclassed JyWe (#1, 14-5) with 35-point margin 91-56. Karkkila is placed at 15th position in Finnish 1st Division B. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 13 games and recorded just five victories. In the team's last game Newman had a remarkable 53.3% from 2-point range. It's his second year at Karkkila and it's hard to imagine this team without him. University of Victoria graduate has very impressive stats this year. Newman is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 11.7rpg), assists (9th best: 4.4apg) and averages solid 55.4% FGP. Worth to mention Newman played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped him get the job in pro basketball.

Second best performed player last round was Camron Reece (201-F) of Kataja Ta.. He is American forward in his first season at Kataja Ta.. In the last game Reece recorded impressive double-double of 30 points and 13 rebounds. Bad luck as Kataja Ta. lost that game 67-72 to slightly lower-ranked LrNMKY (#9, 8-10). This loss caused Kataja Ta. to drop to 8th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 10-8 record is not bad and everything may still change. Reece is a newcomer at Kataja Ta. and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 23.9ppg (#1). He also registered 13.3 boards per game.

Third place about best performers goes to guard Ladavius Draine (193-G) of PeU-Basket (#3). Draine got into 30-points club by scoring 35 points in the last round. He went also for ten rebounds . Despite Draine's great performance PeU-Basket lost 88-93 to slightly lower-ranked HyPo (#5, 11-7). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing PeU-Basket needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 12 victories and 6 lost games. Draine has a very solid season. In 7 games in Finland he scored 24.9ppg. He also has 7.6rpg, 2.4spg, FGP: 66.0% and 3PT: 50.0%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Ryan Batte (198-F) of Korinokia - 18 points, 16 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Aubrey Conerly (183-PG-1983) of LrNMKY - 20 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists
6. Arinze Obiora (196-F-1997) of HyPo - 33 points and 10 rebounds
7. Veikka Koivisto (190-G-2003) of Pantterit - 17 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists
8. Anton Kankaanpaa (196-G) of Ura Basket - 18 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Oliver Kanden (198-SF-2004) of JyWe - 23 points and 8 rebounds
10. Jimi Viita (180-G-2005) of HyPo - 16 points, 4 rebounds and 8 assists

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

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FRANCE  
Standings - N1

Second Stage: Round 1

Mar. 10: Rennes - Mulhouse
Mar. 10: Chartres - Le Havre
Mar. 10: Loon-Plage - Rouen
Mar. 10: Poitiers - Caen
Mar. 10: Vitre - Orchies
Mar. 10: Toulouse - Feurs CTC
Mar. 10: Lorient - Boulogne
Mar. 10: Challans - Andrezieux
Mar. 10: Rueil - Lyon
Mar. 10: Tours - Besancon
Mar. 10: Berck - Hyeres-Toulon
Mar. 10: Tarbes-Lourdes - Kaysersberg
Mar. 10: Les Sables - Pont-de-Cheruy
Mar. 10: Pole France - Cergy-Pontoise
Stats Leaders - N1
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Coulibaly_Bilal

Levallois
(196-G-2004)
Avg: 21.9

Coulibaly
21.9
Pietrus
20.5
Benitez
20.0
Grotzinger
19.9
Couture
18.8
French National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
#s#
Nicolas Lang
Lang
Andrew Albicy
Albicy
Victor Wembanyama
Wembanyama
Damien Inglis
Inglis
Paul Lacombe
Lacombe
#e#5
0Sylvain Francisco 185-PG-1997 Peristeri Greece
15Nicolas Lang 198-G/F-1990 Limoges France
21Andrew Albicy 178-PG-1990 Gran Canaria Spain
22Terry Tarpey 195-G-1994 Le Mans France
23Juhann Begarin 196-SG-2002 Paris France
31Pierre Pelos 205-F/C-1992 Bourg France
32Victor Wembanyama 220-F-2004 Levallois France
39Yoan Makoundou 206-F/C-2000 Monaco France
41Ismael Kamagate 211-C-2001 Paris France
66Hugo Benitez 189-PG-2001 Bourg France
77Damien Inglis 204-F/C-1995 Gran Canaria Spain
90Paul Lacombe 198-G-1990 Strasbourg France

Vincent Collet Head Coach Levallois France
Pascal Donnadieu Assistant
Laurent Foirest Assistant Quimper France


Rochestie comes back to Le Mans - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu
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Le-Mans-Sarthe-Basket (Betclic ELITE ProA) inked experienced 37-year old Montenegrin-American ex-international 186cm point guard Taylor Rochestie (college: WSU). It is actually his comeback to Le Mans as he has played here before. Rochestie started the season at Shandong Heroes in Chinese CBA league. In 13 games he recorded 11.4ppg, 2.3rpg and 4.5apg.
He also represented Montenegro at the Qualifications to European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) 2015 nine years ago. His stats at that event were 6 games: 11.0ppg, 1.5rpg, 4.3apg, FGP: 59.5%, 3PT: 21.1%.
Rochestie is a very experienced player. He has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to nine different countries on three different continents (Europe, Asia and of course North America). Rochestie has played previously professionally also in Germany (ALBA Berlin and BG Goettingen), Greece (Olympiacos), Israel (Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Haifa), Italy (Mens Sana and Biella), Russia (BC Nizhny Novgorod and Lokomotiv), Serbia (Crvena Zvezda), Spain (Baskonia), Turkey (Galatasaray) and China (Pioneers, Sturgeons and Anhui Wenyi). His team made it to the VTB United League Semifinals in 2015 and 2017.
Among many awards he was voted to Asia-Basket.com All-Chinese CBA Honorable Mention in 2022.
It may be one of last seasons in his extensive career, which he may end at Le Mans.
He graduated from Washington State University in 2009 and it is his 14th (!!!) season in pro basketball.
His game is described as: A "first look for the pass" kind of player who improved his playing experience on the European courts. Now, he s a classic PG, with great leadership and court vision, who can easily score, if needed.

Pau-Lacq-Orthez lands Darel Poirier - by Eurobasket News
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Elan-Bearnais-Pau-Lacq-Orthez (Betclic ELITE ProA) tabbed 25-year old 208cm center Darel Poirier. Poirier started the season at Cholet Basket in the Betclic ELITE ProA. In 5 games he averaged 7.2ppg and 3.0rpg. He also played 4 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he had 5.8ppg and 4.0rpg.
In 2018 he was drafted by Canton Charge (G-League) in first round (7th overall).
Poirier represented France at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Crete (Greece) six years ago. His team won Bronze and his stats at that event were 7 games: 6.3ppg, 5.9rpg, FGP: 53.8%, FT: 40.0%.
He is a very experienced player. Poirier has played also professionally in Spain (Estudiantes), France (Le Mans, CFBB and Charleville Mezieres), Greece (Charilaos), NBA G League (Windy City Bulls and Capital City Go-Go) and NBA Summer League (San Antonio Spurs).
He played in the final of Spanish LEB Oro Play-Off in 2022.
2023 World Cup Qualifiers: Victor Wembanyama propels France past Czech Republic - by Eurobasket News
Czech Republic - France 59-72

France knocked down Czech Republic in Pardubice tonight. Victor Wembanyama (220-F-2004) tallied 22 points, 17 rebounds, 6 blocks and 4 steals to lead les Bleus as they improved at 9-2 record atop of Group K.
Czech Republic dominated in the first period. The hosts posted a 27-11 lead after ten minutes. But France slowed their opponents down in the second term. They held the hosts to just 9 points in the period to pull within 9 points at halftime 36-27. France followed with a 22-11 run in the third period to spur ahead. Les Bleus unloaded 23 points in the fourth quarter and raced to the victory at the end. Paul Lacombe (198-G-1990, agency: BeoBasket) tossed in 13 points, grabbed 7 rebounds and dished out 4 assists for the visitors. Tomas Kyzlink (198-SG-1993) tossed in 23 points for Czech Republic. Patrik Auda (204-PF-1989, college: Seton Hall, agency: Octagon Europe) had 10 points in the loss.

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GEORGIA  
Gorgodze's double-double lands him U18 League Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News
17-year old guard Luka Gorgodze (192-G-2005) put on an amazing game in the last round for second-ranked Kutaisi and receives a Hoops Agents U18 League Player of the Week award for round 7.
He had a double-double of 26 points and 12 rebounds, while his team beat Telavi (#7, 0-5), the league's bottom-ranked team 64-52. Kutaisi maintains the 2nd position in their group in Georgian U18 League. They are still close to the very top. Kutaisi would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 4-1 record. In the team's last game Gorgodze had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range. It's his second year at Kutaisi and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Gorgodze has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (5th best: 21.2ppg), rebounds (7th best: 10.4rpg), assists (3rd best: 6.0apg) and averages solid 50.8% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Sandro Zaridze (193-F-2005) of Gori. He is a forward in his first season at Gori. In the last game Zaridze recorded impressive double-double of 29 points and 17 rebounds. Bad luck as Gori lost that game 78-90 to the higher-ranked Dinamo (#4, 2-2). Gori managed to keep the same 7th spot in Group B. 5 lost games are too many considering they did not win any game. Zaridze is a newcomer at Gori and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 22.8ppg (#3). His other stats are also decent: 14.0rpg and 3.4apg.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Giorgi Kvirikashvili (180-F-2005) of Dinamo (#4). Kvirikashvili scored 21 points and grabbed seven rebounds. He was a key player of Dinamo, leading his team to a 90-78 win against Gori (#7, 0-5). Dinamo needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in Group B. Their record at this point is 2 victories and 2 lost games. Kvirikashvili has a very solid season. In 4 games in Georgia he scored 15.3ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Levan Dzindzibadze (193-F-2005) of Zaza - 26 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Davit Gogoladze (183-G-2005) of Rustavi - 20 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists
6. Giorgi Nikolaevi (198-F-2007) of Wings - 17 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Badri Gelashvili (197-F-2005) of Rustavi - 16 points and 17 rebounds
8. Nikoloz Berdzenishvili (G) of Tbilisi - 15 points and 8 rebounds
9. Gabriel Chiabrishvili (195-C-2006) of Dinamo - 16 points, 18 rebounds and 5 assists
10. Demetre Chochishvili (200-C-2005) of Gori - 13 points and 12 rebounds

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

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


Georgian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
#s#
George Tsintsadze
Tsintsadze
Giorgi Shermadini
Shermadini
Duda Sanadze
Sanadze
Tornike Shengelia
Shengelia
Thaddus McFadden
McFadden
#e#5
4Rati Andronikashvili 193-G-2001 Murcia Spain
6Kakhaber Jintcharadze 196-F/G-1993 Kutaisi Georgia
7Beqa Burjanadze 201-PF-1994 Reggio Emilia Italy
8George Tsintsadze 192-PG-1986 TSU Georgia
9Giorgi Shermadini 217-C-1989 Tenerife Spain
10Duda Sanadze 197-SG-1992 Anorthosis Cyprus
17Mikhail Berishvili 204-F-1987 TSU Georgia
18Merab Bokolishvili 194-G-1992 Cactus Georgia
23Tornike Shengelia 206-PF-1991 Virtus BO Italy
25Thaddus McFadden 188-G-1987 Murcia Spain
33Beka Bekauri 209-F/C-1991 TSU Georgia
99Ilia Londaridze 205-C/F-1989 Kavkasia Georgia

Elias Zouros Head Coach Promitheas Greece
Georgios Limniatis Assistant Lavrio Greece
Anatoli Boisa Assistant Rustavi Georgia
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GERMANY  
German National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
German National Team 2023
#s#
Joshua Obiesie
Obiesie
Johannes Voigtmann
Voigtmann
Jacob Patrick
Patrick
Jonas Richter
Richter
Nelson Weidemann
Weidemann
#e#5
1Joshua Obiesie 198-PG-2000 Frankfurt Germany
7Johannes Voigtmann 211-F/C-1992 Milano Italy
8Jacob Patrick 196-SG-2003 Ludwigsburg Germany
10Jonas Richter 206-F/C-1997 Chemnitz Germany
11Nelson Weidemann 190-PG-1999 Chemnitz Germany
13Jason George 201-SG-2001 Chemnitz Germany
19Lukas Wank 199-SG-1997 Frankfurt Germany
21Justus Hollatz 191-PG-2001 Rio Breogan Spain
33Gavin Schilling 206-C-1995 Konyaspor Turkey
34Leon Kratzer 211-C-1997 Bonn Germany
35Karim Jallow 198-SF-1997 Ulm Germany
44David Kramer 198-SG-1997 Braunschweig Germany

Gordon Herbert Head Coach Avtodor Russia
Alan Ibrahimagic Assistant
Klaus Perwas Assistant Frankfurt Germany


Melwin Pantzar (Real Valladolid Baloncesto) Will Never Forget Luka Doncic Breaking Out His Phone To Make A Selfie Of Him And Giving The Kid The Spotlight In His ACB Debut With Real Madrid - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber
It is no secret with all the incredible shots and passes Luka Doncic has done that he would be crowned Magic. He is on his way to possibly becoming the GOAT, but not only on the court is Doncic incredible, but also off the court he has a big heart for his fans. One could imagine that after having to put up with fans day in and day out in the NBA, that his humbleness and generosity could have waned a bit over the last years, but it hasn't. No matter where he goes, someone wants a piece of that Luka Magic. It wasn't any different at the 2022 Euro when he was in Cologne with Slovenia and no matter if before or after the game, he always had time for his fans in front of the team hotel. I witnessed it myself and it isn't only fans and journalists like myself, but also teammates that are amazed by his humbleness. Imagine coming to Madrid as a 16 year old from Sweden and a year later at age 17 being teammates with Luka Doncic with Real Madrid. That is exactly what happened to Swedish national player point guard Melwin Pantzar. He had the unbelievable honor to witness Doncic play his last season in Europe before going over the pond to conquer the NBA. So often you see Luka Doncic sporting that massive smile on photos or on camera where you just wish he could be your best friend. Pantzar was able to experience exactly how humble of a guy he was when he played his first ACB game. 'Luka was a great teammate. I remember when I made my debut with the first team, he was the one who took a selfie with me after the game and congratulated me. Which was a wonderful gesture. He treated everybody the same way even being a superstar. He tried to help the younger players always', remembered Melwin Pantzar. Not many guys can boast that they were able to practice with Luka Doncic on a daily basis. I would have guessed his mid range game or passing would have been that are where he would of soaked up the most from. 'His passing and how he was able to move with his own speed. You can see it today in his game, that he plays at his own pace, which is amazing', stressed Melwin Pantzar who once guard him in the World Cup qualifiers when Sweden played Slovenia.

Melwin Pantzar who lists ex NBA player Shane Larkin as his toughest foe in his career besides Luka Doncic was born on April 20th, 2000 in Valsta Sweden. He came to Real Madrid in 2016 and would remain 3 years. In his first season he played with their farm team averaging 5.0ppg, 1.9rpg, 1.3apg and played also for the junior team. In his second season he finally made his ACB debut and also continued to play for Real Madrid 2 (EBA) and made a massive jump averaging 11.4ppg, 3.5rpg, 2.6apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 46.7%, 3PT: 31.8%, FT: 85.9%. He had some huge games in the EBA scoring 26 points against Guadalajara and 22 points against Almansa. He also played 3 ACB games playing a total of 33 minutes and scored 4 points in 20 minutes against Gran Canaria. He began that game and for him being nervous was an understatement. 'Yes I was and still I am. But you just got to play it through', warned Melwin Pantzar. Americans that come overseas always have a wake up call to being overseas for the first time and for him he obviously had a wake up call to being a member of Euroleague team Real Madrid. 'It was a dream coming true. Seeing some of the best players in Europe each and every day. It was kind of a shock in the beginning but then you get used to it. My wake up call was when I started to play 1on1 with Sergio Llull', remembered Melwin Pantzar. In his last season he was able to only get into 5 ACB games and made his Euroleague debut against Baskonia scoring 3 points and dishing out an assist in 8 minutes. His 3 years in Madrid was obviously an eye opening experience and one he will never forget especially learning the art of basketball every day from Spanish national player Sergio Llull. 'When I left to Real Madrid I wasn't really a pure PG. But when I came there they tried to teach me more how to take care of the team. When to attack, how to set people up and lead the team. Sergio Llull was the first person I heard about arriving to Spain. And seeing him playing at that level he did when he won EL MVP was just amazing. Always making the clutch shots, a true inspiration', added Melwin Pantzar'.

The defensive specialist who lists Facundo Campazzo Dee Bost Sergio Llull Jeffery Taylor and Edy Tavares as his 5 best teammates of all-time then made the move to RAS Monaco Basket (Jeep ELITE ProA). Here he had tough competition once again as he played only 5 Pro A games averaging 3.2ppg, 2.0rpg, 1.2apg while also playing 1 Eurocup game and also playing with their U21 (France-ProA U21) averaging 12.9ppg, 5.4rpg, 5.4apg, 2.8spg, FGP: 45.8%, 3PT: 10.0%, FT: 77.6%. He even achieved a rare triple double against Le Mans in the youth league. Once again he profited much and remembers 2 people helping him immensely along the way. 'It was a really good experience, even though cut short due to COVID. But I loved it there, Sasa Obradovic who is an amazing and really demanding coach taught me a lot of things. Especially on the defensive end. It was good for me to play with the U21 team. Norris Cole was a great guy, he tried to help me out when he noticed something I did wrong. He brought positive energy every day', remembered Melwin Pantzar. He won't only never forget guys like Doncic, Llull and Cole, but also living in world class cities. 'Madrid is a really big city, so you could explore it more. I was there for 3 years so I had my restaurants that I got to know with time. Monaco was smaller, but very beautiful, especially the water', remembered Melwin Pantzar. After playing for top organizations Real Madrid and Monaco, the young Swede took a step back to play with Real Valladolid Baloncesto (Spain-LEB Gold). Sometimes taking a step back later results in being able to take 2 steps forward. So far this decision has paid off as he has continued to raise his game each season and currently is averaging 15,7ppg, 3,5rpg, 3,6apg and 1,8spg. 'It was the most important decision of my career until now I would say. After almost not playing in my last year in Madrid and just playing a bit in Monaco I really needed to take a step back and enjoy just playing basketball again. I've gotten way more confident in my game, had coaches who believed in me, was allowed to make mistake and getting more mature when it comes to reading the game', stated Melwin Pantzar. Being able to play with against very talented Spanish players as well as in one of if not the best second division overseas has helped him mature and develop further. 'It's been a great experience, Spanish players are really smart and read the game very well, which is what I needed to get better at. The league is physical and high pace. I don't think they really care which country you from, but more how you play the game. I would say Leb Oro is an underrated league. There are people here that I know for sure would be able to play in the highest leagues in Europe. You could see how good the teams are also, for example when teams go down from ACB, how hard it is to go up again', commented Melwin Pantzar.

The talented guard who has Dwyane Wade LeBron James MJ and Shaq on his personal NBA Mount Rushmore played for all Swedish youth national teams and won the Addidas Next generation tournament in Munich in 2018. 'A fun memory that I will remember all my life. Playing international at that age was something big. Just seeing how big basketball is and how many big talents Europe have. I would say Goga Bitadze, Deividas Sirvydis and Theo Maledon stood out', remembered Melwin Pantzar. He has been part of the Swedish national team since 2020 and is a part of a young core of players with Bobi Klintman, Pelle Larson, Elliot Cadeu, and Kenny Photo who are the future of Swedish basketball. Just like with club basketball, he continues to make strides and develop further with the Swedish national team. His minutes and responsibility continue to climb. 'My role was mostly defensive at the beginning, matching up with the other teams best player. But with time the coaching staff gave me more and more freedom on offense also, setting up my teammates and attacking the rim. I don't really think about that right now, I'm happy as long as I can contribute and we winning games', stressed Melwin Pantzar. Just like with Sergio Llull in Madrid, he has found his mentor in Swedish veteran Tobias Borg in the national team. 'He's helped me a lot, he's a real veteran. Always showing up to camp in shape and focused. It's a pleasure playing and seeing how he tackles every game/practice', expressed Melwin Pantzar. He had some big games against Israel scoring 18 points and 11 points.

The ex Real Madrid player who believes that Lebron James is the GOAT is a 190cm guard that likes how Euroleague players Pierra Henry and Corey Higgins play. One could compare his game to Milwaukee Bucks point guard Jru Holiday, because he likes to attack the rim, draw fouls and kick out the ball to his teammates and not to forget defends with passion something that gets him hyped before games. His defense is something that often gets his offense going as he loves to run the break. 'I'm a defender who's going to try to pressure so my opponent isn't comfortable, be a bit annoying on ball. If I'm off ball I'm trying to read the attack so I can steal the ball from the weak side most of the time, or on handoffs. I would like to get better at being closer to my man on pin down screens', warned Melwin Pantzar. He knows that in order to get back to the Euroleague, he will need to make certain adjustments with his offensive game. 'I'm working mostly on my shooting. 3s, pull up 3s, and of 1on1. I would like to get a better floater also', stressed Melwin Pantzar. It will be interesting to see where the basketball journey of Melwin Pantzar will go in the next few years. What really is riding in his corner is that he is still so young with 22. One thing that also really stands out is his character. He is a guy that hasn't taken anything for granted in his career, but is super humble. Not many guys can say they played with Real Madrid and Luca Doncic as a teenager. He knows that getting back to places like that will take continued hard work. 'I'm really thankful, some days you forget how fortunate you are playing basketball each and every day. It's a big thing playing for a club such as Real Madrid, it's one of the biggest clubs in the world, and Monaco which is a kind of up and coming club with great ambition. It was two great experiences', stressed Melwin Pantzar. It won't surprise anyone when that really great great next experience comes about.
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Greek National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Greek National Team 2023
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Nikolaos Rogkavopoulos
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George Papas
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Dimitris Flionis
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Panagiotis Kalaitzakis
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1Nikolaos Rogkavopoulos 203-F/G-2001 Merkezefendi Turkey
8George Papas 194-G-1998 Olympiacos Greece
9Dimitris Flionis 188-PG-1997 AEK Greece
11Panagiotis Kalaitzakis 197-G/F-1999 Panathinaikos Greece
19Vasilis Mouratos 193-F-1997 Promitheas Greece
21Dimitris Moraitis 194-PG-1999 Peristeri Greece
22Ioannis Kouzeloglou 204-PF-1995 Lavrio Greece
25Kostas Gontikas 206-C-1994 AEK Greece
27Georgios Tsalmpouris 216-PF-1996 Real Betis Spain
32Vasileios Toliopoulos 186-PG-1996 Aris Greece
33Nikos Chougkaz 207-F-2000 Peristeri Greece
76Emmanouil Chatzidakis 205-C-2000 Kolossos HH Greece

Sotiris Manolopoulos Head Coach Dinamo B. Romania
Savvas Kamperidis Assistant Peristeri Greece


Greek A2 round 19 best performance: Kalin Fisher - by Eurobasket News
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Finnish Guard Kalin Fisher (188-G-1996) had a great game in the last round for Agriniou, receiving a Hoops Agents A2 Player of the Week award for round 19.
The 26-year old player was the main contributor (34 points, five rebounds and seven assists) to his team's victory, helping them to beat Kavalas (#16, 1-17) 119-106. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Agriniou maintains the 13th position in Greek A2. Agriniou is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 7-12 record. In the team's last game Fisher had a remarkable 61.5% from 2-point range. He turned to be Agriniou's top player in his first season with the team. Kalin Fisher averages this season 14.1ppg.

The second best player in last round's games was young Marios Poulianitis (190-G-1998) of Kavalas. Poulianitis had a very good evening with a double-double of 28 points and 10 rebounds. Bad luck as Kavalas lost that game 106-119 to the higher-ranked Agriniou (#13, 7-12). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Kavalas is still at the dead bottom 16th position. 17 lost games are too many comparing to just one victory Kavalas managed to get this year. Poulianitis is a newcomer at Kavalas, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was American guard Tyus Jefferson (185-PG-1997) of Aias Evosmou (#12). Jefferson scored 26 points and passed five assists. Despite Jefferson's great performance Aias Evosmou lost 63-66 to slightly lower-ranked Amyntas (#14, 6-13). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. Jefferson has a very solid season. In 19 games in Greece he scored 14.7ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Lefteris Karalefteris (180-SG-1998) of FEA Filadelfeia - 16 points, 5 rebounds and 14 assists
5. Zack Bryant (188-G-1997) of Ermis S. - 23 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Marcus Myers (185-PG-1996) of AO Triton - 25 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Antwain Johnson (188-G-1997) of Kavalas - 28 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Donovan Johnson (201-F-1992) of Amyntas - 22 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Nikos Houhoumis (186-PG-1996) of Charilaos - 26 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Demetrious Marghellis (201-PF-1998) of Ermis S. - 15 points and 17 rebounds

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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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Lavrio signs coach Georgios Limniatis - by Eurobasket News
GS-Lavrio-Aegean-Cargo (GBL) signed experienced 52-year old coach Georgios Limniatis. Limniatis coached last season at Ionikos. He was coaching Greek U20 National Team in 2019 and coached also U19 National Team back in 2015. He has coached previously two other teams: Nea Kifissia and Kymis.
Elite League Round 19: Maroussi lose to Eleftheroupoli in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News
Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game between Top Four teams took place in Kavalas. Third ranked host Eleftheroupoli (12-6) defeated their biggest opponent Maroussi (12-7) 73-68. It was a key game for the second position in the league. It was a great evening for center Stavros Toutziarakis (210-1987) who led his team to a victory scoring 14 points and 7 rebounds. American Titus Robinson (201-1990, college: Buffalo) helped adding 12 points and 10 rebounds. At the losing side forward Nikolaos Kamarianos (204-1997) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds. Maroussi's coach Giorgos Skarafingas rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Eleftheroupoli moved-up to second place. Maroussi at the other side dropped to the third position with seven games lost. They share it with Papagou. Eleftheroupoli are looking forward to face Iraklis (#8) in Thessaloniki in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Maroussi will play against FEA Filadelfeia (#15) and is hoping to win this game.
A2 top team - Panerythraikos (14-5) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed sixteenth ranked Kavalas (1-17) in New Eritrea 83-58. It was a quality performance for guard Sotirios Oikonomopoulos (192-2003) who led the winners and scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Alexandros Stamatogiannis accounted for 9 points and 8 rebounds. Guard Marios Poulianitis (190-1998) came up with 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for Kavalas 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. Panerythraikos have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 14-5 record. Kavalas lost sixth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 17 lost games. Panerythraikos will play against Agriniou (#13) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Kavalas will play against Megaridas to get more than just one victory in their record.
A very close game took place in between Ermis S. and Iraklis. Tenth ranked Ermis S. (9-8) got a very close home victory over higher ranked Iraklis (11-8). Ermis S. managed to escape with a 2-point win 87-85 on Wednesday evening. Zack Bryant fired 23 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Nikos Paparegkas produced 22 points for lost side. Ermis S. moved-up to ninth place. Loser Iraklis dropped to the seventh position with eight games lost. They share it with Psychikou. Ermis S. will meet Amyntas (#14) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Iraklis will play against the league's second-placed Eleftheroupoli (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 19: Papagou won against FEA Filadelfeia on the opponent's court 91-82. Aias Evosmou unfortunately lost to Amyntas in a home game 63-66. Agriniou recorded a loss to AO Triton on the road 67-73. Charilaos defeated Psychikou on its own court 76-64. Koroivos beat Megaridas in a road game 87-79. Bottom-ranked Kavalas lost to Agriniou at home 106-119.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 34 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 7 assists by Kalin Fisher of Agriniou.



FEA Filadelfeia - Papagou 82-91

Very expected game when 14th ranked FEA Filadelfeia (5-13) was defeated at home by fourth ranked Papagou (12-7) 91-82 on Wednesday. Papagou looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Nikolaos Karouzos (185-1989) fired 23 points and 4 assists for the winners. American guard Tyler Peterson (193-1997, college: S.Dakota) chipped in 14 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. Lefteris Karalefteris (180-1998) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points, 5 rebounds and 14 assists and forward Vassilis Karahalios (200-1997) added 13 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Papagou and four FEA Filadelfeia players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Papagou moved-up to third place, which they share with Maroussi. FEA Filadelfeia lost third consecutive game. FEA Filadelfeia at the other side, also newcomer in the league, dropped to the fifteenth position with 13 games lost. Papagou will meet at home Charilaos (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. FEA Filadelfeia will play against Maroussi (#3) in Athens and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
FEA Filadelfeia: K.Lefteris 16+5reb+14ast, K.Vassilis 13+9reb+3ast, N.Georgopapadakos 11+3reb+3ast, S.Alexandros 11+3reb+3ast, I.Ziros 8+4reb+1ast, T.Kontos 8
Papagou: K.Nikolaos 23+3reb+4ast, P.Kois 15+3reb+4ast, T.Peterson 14+7reb+6ast, O.Beli 13+10reb+1ast, P.Kasapidis 12+6reb+3ast, E.Balos 6+3reb
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Aias Evosmou - Amyntas 63-66

There was a small surprise when fifteenth ranked Amyntas (6-13) edged on the road 12th ranked Aias Evosmou (7-12) 66-63 on Wednesday. American-Argentinian forward Donovan Johnson (201-1992, college: KWC) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Swingman Joe Gatzo (199-1998) chipped in 15 points. American point guard Tyus Jefferson (185-1997, college: Alberta) produced 26 points and 5 assists and center Antonis Karagiannidis (204-2002) added 11 points and 11 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Amyntas moved-up to fourteenth place. Newly promoted Aias Evosmou keeps the twelfth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Agriniou. Amyntas will meet at home higher ranked Ermis S. (#9) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Aias Evosmou will play against Koroivos and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Aias Evosmou: T.Jefferson 26+2reb+5ast, K.Antonis 11+11reb, A.Naoumis 8+3reb+1ast, F.Kalogiannidis 4+2reb+1ast, P.Kyriakos 4+8reb, K.Theodoros 4+1reb+2ast
Amyntas: D.Johnson 22+10reb+2ast, J.Gatzo 15+4reb+1ast, M.Doxas 11+5reb+2ast, S.Sioundris 7+1reb+2ast, T.Vardianos 6+4reb, A.Grekas 5+2reb+2ast
gschID: 1058436


AO Triton - Agriniou 73-67

Not a big story in a game in Athens where 13th ranked Agriniou (7-12) was defeated by seventh ranked AO Triton (11-6) 73-67 on Wednesday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when AO Triton made 7 blocks. American point guard Marcus Myers (185-1996, college: Aurora, agency: Octagon Europe) fired 25 points for the winners. Serbian Nemanja Manojlovic (197-1993) chipped in 16 points. Four AO Triton players scored in double figures. Finnish guard Kalin Fisher (188-1996, college: Hampton) produced 33 points (!!!), 8 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Dimitris Tsourgianis (200-2001) added 12 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. AO Triton moved-up to fifth place. Loser Agriniou dropped to the twelfth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Aias Evosmou. AO Triton's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Athens to the arena Psychikou.
Top scorers:
Agriniou: K.Fisher 33+8reb+4ast, T.Dimitris 12+5reb+1ast, I.Tsoukas 5+1reb+1ast, K.Christos 5+1reb+1ast, A.Lawton 5+6reb, B.Vasileios 3+2reb+1ast
AO Triton: M.Myers 25+4reb+2ast, N.Manojlovic 16+4reb+3ast, M.Kamperidis 13+6reb+1ast, K.Koufopoulos 11+6reb, T.Panagiotis 8+7reb, Z.Michael 0
gschID: 1058437


Eleftheroupoli - Maroussi 73-68

The game between Top Four teams took place in Kavalas. Third ranked host Eleftheroupoli (12-6) defeated their biggest opponent Maroussi (12-7) 73-68. It was a key game for the second position in the league. It was a great evening for center Stavros Toutziarakis (210-1987) who led his team to a victory scoring 14 points and 7 rebounds. American Titus Robinson (201-1990, college: Buffalo) helped adding 12 points and 10 rebounds. Four Eleftheroupoli players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Nikolaos Kamarianos (204-1997) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds and Vasileios Stavrakoukas (191-2001, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 15 points and 5 rebounds. Maroussi's coach Giorgos Skarafingas rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Eleftheroupoli moved-up to second place. Maroussi at the other side dropped to the third position with seven games lost. They share it with Papagou. Eleftheroupoli are looking forward to face Iraklis (#8) in Thessaloniki in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Maroussi will play against FEA Filadelfeia (#15) and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Maroussi: N.Kamarianos 18+13reb+3ast, I.Theodorou 16+3reb, V.Stavrakoukas 15+5reb+2ast, T.Woods 7+4reb, I.Papageorgopoulos 4+7reb, O.Stasinos 3+4reb+6ast
Eleftheroupoli: D.Gravas 15+3reb+2ast, S.Toutziarakis 14+7reb+2ast, T.Robinson 12+10reb, D.Skoulidas 12+3reb+1ast, S.Naoumis 9+5reb+1ast, J.Hudson 8+1reb+5ast
gschID: 1058438


Ermis S. - Iraklis 87-85

A very close game took place in between Ermis S. and Iraklis. Tenth ranked Ermis S. (9-8) got a very close home victory over higher ranked Iraklis (11-8). Ermis S. managed to escape with a 2-point win 87-85 on Wednesday evening. Ermis S. outrebounded Iraklis 40-29 including 27 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American guard Zack Bryant (188-1997, college: Georgia South) fired 23 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Demetrious Marghellis (201-1998) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points and 17 rebounds. Dutch Nikos Paparegkas (200-1994) produced 22 points and the former international power forward Dimitris Charitopoulos (205-1983) added 14 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Ermis S. moved-up to ninth place. Loser Iraklis dropped to the seventh position with eight games lost. They share it with Psychikou. Ermis S. will meet Amyntas (#14) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Iraklis will play against the league's second-placed Eleftheroupoli (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Iraklis: N.Paparegkas 22+4reb+1ast, T.Gathright 19+3reb+4ast, D.Charitopoulos 14+7reb+5ast, M.Liapis 11+5reb+1ast, N.Papantoniou 9+5reb+10ast, E.Voulgaropoulos 8+3reb
Ermis S.: Z.Bryant 23+6reb+4ast, A.Kyritsis 19+6reb+4ast, D.Marghellis 15+17reb, S.Tataris 13+3reb+1ast, F.Vasilopoulos 6+2reb+11ast, M.Draskovic 4+4reb+1ast
gschID: 1058439


Charilaos - Psychikou 76-64

There was a surprise result in Mesolongi where eleventh ranked Charilaos (9-9) beat higher ranked Psychikou (11-8) 76-64 on Wednesday. Point guard Nikos Houhoumis (186-1996) fired 26 points for the winners. American point guard TJ Washington (183-1998, college: Utah Valley) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists. Five Charilaos players scored in double figures. American point guard Ronaldo Segu (183-1999, college: Buffalo) produced 23 points (made all of his seven free throws) and point guard Georgios Koukas (179-1985) added 13 points respectively for lost side. Psychikou's coach Giorgos Remendelas tested eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Charilaos moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Megaridas. Loser Psychikou dropped to the seventh position with eight games lost. They share it with Iraklis. Charilaos will meet higher ranked Papagou (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Psychikou's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Athens AO Triton.
Top scorers:
Psychikou: R.Segu 23+2reb+2ast, G.Koukas 13+3reb+3ast, C.Victor II 12+6reb, N.Papanikolaou 5+6reb, A.Tsochlas 4+1ast, N.Paulos 4+3reb+2ast
Charilaos: N.Houhoumis 26+4reb+3ast, K.Periklis 12+5reb, T.Washington 11+6reb+10ast, I.Molfetas 11+9reb, P.Ermidis 10+1reb+2ast, T.Xhulian 4+1reb
gschID: 1058440


Megaridas - Koroivos 79-87

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 9th ranked Megaridas' (9-9) home loss to eighth ranked Koroivos (11-7) 79-87 on Wednesday. Koroivos made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. Koroivos outrebounded Megaridas 41-28 including 29 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American swingman Julien Lewis (193-1992, college: Fresno St., agency: Diamond Sports) fired 17 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners. Power forward Panagiotis Vyrlas (208-1999) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points and 14 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Lewis is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Dimitrios Geromichalos produced 14 points and American guard Jackson Dubinski (185-1996, college: Columbia, MO, agency: Mansfield and Associates) added 10 points and 5 assists respectively for lost side. 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. Koroivos moved-up to sixth place. Newly promoted Megaridas dropped to the tenth position with nine games lost. They share it with Charilaos. Koroivos will meet at home Aias Evosmou (#12) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Megaridas will play against Kavalas and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Megaridas: G.Dimitrios 14+4reb+1ast, K.Sotirakis 12+4reb+1ast, P.Minas 11+2reb+2ast, A.Gatzias 10+1reb, J.Dubinski 10+3reb+5ast, D.Geromichalos 8+5ast
Koroivos: J.Lewis 17+8reb+9ast, P.Vyrlas 15+14reb+3ast, S.Mitrovic 12+2reb+7ast, N.Kamaras 12+5reb+3ast, I.Sidiroilias 10+2reb+2ast, P.Noeas 8+6reb+1ast
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Panerythraikos - Kavalas 83-58

A2 top team - Panerythraikos (14-5) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed sixteenth ranked Kavalas (1-17) in New Eritrea 83-58. They outrebounded Kavalas 40-26 including 29 on the defensive glass. Panerythraikos players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Kavalas' players. It was a quality performance for guard Sotirios Oikonomopoulos (192-2003) who led the winners and scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Alexandros Stamatogiannis (204-1997) accounted for 9 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side. Guard Marios Poulianitis (190-1998) came up with 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Stelios Apazidis (190-2002) added 12 points respectively for Kavalas 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. Panerythraikos have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 14-5 record. Kavalas lost sixth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 17 lost games. Panerythraikos will play against Agriniou (#13) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Kavalas will play against Megaridas to get more than just one victory in their record.
Top scorers:
Kavalas: M.Poulianitis 15+5reb+4ast, A.Stelios 12+1reb+2ast, A.Johnson 10+3reb+1ast, A.Priftis 9+3reb+2ast, T.Prodromos 6+2reb+1ast, M.Tsellos 4+2reb
Panerythraikos: O.Sotirios 14+5reb+3ast, K.Kampouridis 12+3reb, K.Anastasios 12+2reb+2ast, A.Georgios 11+4reb+1ast, A.Stamatogiannis 9+8reb+2ast, M.Matalliotakis 7+8reb+3ast
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Kavalas - Agriniou 106-119

No shocking result in a game when thirteenth ranked Agriniou (7-12) won against on the road bottom-ranked Kavalas (1-17) 119-106 on Saturday. They outrebounded Kavalas 56-38 including a 44-31 advantage in defensive rebounds. Agriniou looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Finnish guard Kalin Fisher (188-1996, college: Hampton) fired 34 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Point guard Ioannis Nikolaidis (193-1999) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists. Guard Marios Poulianitis (190-1998) produced a double-double by scoring 28 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and American guard Antwain Johnson (188-1997, college: Buffalo, agency: Green Sports Management) added 28 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Five Agriniou and four Kavalas players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Agriniou moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Aias Evosmou. Kavalas lost sixth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 17 lost games. Agriniou will meet at home league's leader Panerythraikos in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kavalas will play against Megaridas (#10) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Kavalas: M.Poulianitis 28+10reb+5ast, A.Johnson 28+9reb+4ast, B.Christodoulos 16+3reb, S.Webster 13+7reb+2ast, A.Stelios 8, M.Tsellos 5+4reb+1ast
Agriniou: K.Fisher 34+5reb+7ast, B.Athanasios 14+8reb+2ast, I.Tsoukas 14+1ast, I.Nikolaidis 13+10reb+9ast, A.Lawton 13+7reb+1ast, T.Dimitris 11+13reb+2ast
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GUATEMALA  
Luke Garrison claims Guatemalan Liga Metropolitana Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News
Luke Garrison had an amazing evening in the last round for league's second-best Jaguares and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Liga Metropolitana Player of the Week award for round 1.
The had a double-double of 22 points and twelve rebounds, while his team beat Dark Knights (#1, 0-1), the league's bottom-ranked team 73-66. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Thanks to this victory Jaguares moved-up to the 2nd position in Guatemalan Liga Metropolitana. But it's just the very beginning of the season and Jaguares won just one (their first) game. It's too early to say anything as the standings can be changed completely after next round. Garrison just recently signed at Jaguares and it was his first game, where he immediately became new team's leader. Garrison has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (2nd best: 22.0ppg) and rebounds (2nd best: 12.0rpg).

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Cristian Diaz (2000) of league's best team Dark Knights. Diaz impressed basketball fans with 29 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as Dark Knights lost that game 66-73 to Jaguares (1-0). The season is still at the very beginning and this lost game may not be such crucial, of course if they start win the games. Let's wait for the next round. Diaz is a newcomer at Dark Knights and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 29.0ppg (#1). He also registered 7.0 boards per game.

The third best performed player last round was international Ronal Campos (1987) of Villa Nueva (#3). Campos scored 13 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Villa Nueva, leading his team to a 68-22 easy win against #4 ranked Delfines in a game of the week. Villa Nueva has a very good start of the season. But there was just one game played, so it's too early to judge them at this stage. Campos also has a very good start of the season with very strong stats. The season just started for Campos as he played only first game. But it already looks like he can be team's leader.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Enrique Samayoa (196-PF-1982) of Villa Nueva - 12 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists
5. Jasson Sagastume) of Jaguares - 14 points and 5 rebounds
6. Victor Morales) of Jaguares - 6 points and 5 rebounds
7. Angel Estrada (F/G-1989) of Villa Nueva - 10 points and 5 rebounds
8. Joshua Sandoval (1998) of Villa Nueva - 7 points and 3 rebounds
9. Marcelo Dardon) of Jaguares - 9 points and 8 rebounds
10. Douglas Anavisca) of Jaguares - 9 points and 4 rebounds

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

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


2025 FIBA AmeriCup Pre-Qualifiers: Nicaragua achieve another win in Managua - by Eurobasket News
Guatemala - Nicaragua 59:77

Nicaragua achieved another win in Managua at the 2025 FIBA AmeriCup Pre-Qualifiers. They overcame Guatemala 77-59 with a strong first half. Nicaragua started the game with a 22-11 run and added a massive 21-10 surge in the second period. Guatemala replied with an 18-13 run in the third period, whilst Nicaragua closed the game with a narrow 21-20 rally.
Jared Ruiz (188-G-1992) top-scored for the winners with 18 points and Romario Ponce (180-PG-1995) nailed 12. Sharlon Hodgson (183-PG-1994) delivered 11, whilst Francisco Garth (195-G/F-1999) had 10. Helmuth Esquivel replied with 18 points and 20 rebounds in a loss.

Guatemala National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center
Starting five
#s#
Jose Tuchan
Tuchan
Pablo Gonzalez
Gonzalez
Miguel Gonzalez
Gonzalez
Anthony Guerra
Guerra
David Monterroso
Monterroso
#e#5
0Jose Tuchan 190-F-1997 St. Lucia Guatemala
1Helmut Esquivel 196-C-2000 Forza Guatemala
4Ricardo Amaya 191-G-1984 Halcones Guatemala
7Pablo Gonzalez 194-G/F-1989 Halcones Guatemala
8Miguel Gonzalez 187-G/F-1990 Halcones Guatemala
9Hector Chur 180-SF-1999 Halcones Guatemala
12Anthony Guerra 178-PG-1997 Halcones Guatemala
13Harold Menzel 185-SF-2004 St. Lucia Guatemala
25David Monterroso 180-PG-1979 Halcones Guatemala
27Luis Villagran 196-C-1998
35Gabriel Rodriguez 183-SF-2006
99Thurron Mallory 195-PG-1991



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HOLLAND  
Dutch National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
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Keye Van Der Vuurst
Van Der Vuurst
Maarten Bouwknecht
Bouwknecht
Yannick Kraag
Kraag
Luuk Van Bree
Van Bree
Matt Haarms
Haarms
#e#5
1Keye Van Der Vuurst 191-PG-2001 Oostende Belgium
2Maarten Bouwknecht 185-PG-1994 ZZ Leiden Holland
7Marijn Ververs 194-G-1998 ZZ Leiden Holland
8Sander Hollanders 194-G-2001 Groningen Holland
12Yannick Kraag 203-G-2002 Joventut Spain
13Boyd Van Der Vuurst 191-PG-1999 Zwolle Holland
14Terrence Bieshaar 208-C-1997 Feyenoord Holland
19Willem Brandwijk 204-F-1995 Groningen Holland
20Luuk Van Bree 203-F-1996 ZZ Leiden Holland
31Coen Stolk 195-F-1997 Zwolle Holland
32Matt Haarms 221-C-1997 Frankfurt Germany
99Nathan Kuta 203-C-2000 Charleroi Belgium

Radenko Varagic Head Coach BAL Weert Holland
Koen Van Gerwen Assistant BAL Weert Holland


Jesse Waleson (ex Oostende) agreed terms with Zwolle - by Peter Buyse
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Landstede-Hammers-Zwolle (DBL) strengthened their roster with addition of 21-year old Dutch 211cm center Jesse Waleson. Waleson started the season at Filou Oostende in Belgian Pro Basketball League. But in 6 games he recorded just 1.3ppg and 1.0rpg. He also played 14 games in BNXT League where he averaged 3.9ppg and 2.5rpg. The last season he played also at Oostende in Belgium league. In only one Basketball Champions League game he did not score anything. Waleson also played 10 games in BNXT League where he had 3.4ppg and 2.5rpg. He helped them to end the regular season as a second best team in the league.
Waleson represented Holland at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 in Greece four years ago. His stats at that event were 4 games: 3.0ppg, 2.3rpg.
He has played also professionally for other Belgian teams like Kangoeroes and Gistel Oostende. Waleson's team won BNXT Supercup in 2022 and 2023.

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HONDURAS  
Honduras National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center
Starting five
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Alex Alfaro
Alfaro
Machiel Ramon
Ramon
Mauro Guerrero
Guerrero
Denneson Lucas
Lucas
Jose Rapalo
Rapalo
#e#5
2Alex Alfaro 188-G/F-1990
6Machiel Ramon 215-C-1987
7Mauro Guerrero 200-F-1999 Occidentales Nicaragua
8Denneson Lucas 185-PG-2000 Ellsworth CC USA
9Ornie Brooks 177-PG-2002
10Jose Rapalo 183-G-1998
11Heyson Centeno 186-F-1997
12Carlos Dionicio 174-SG-1999
13Francisco Forbs 198-PF-1999
14Cristhian Williams 185-F-1998
21Hector Flores 178-G-1994 Club Fohr Mexico
24Erasmo Sierra 197-F/C-1989

Jose Rapalo Head Coach


2025 FIBA AmeriCup Pre-Qualifiers: Nicaragua open the campaign with the win over Honduras - by Eurobasket News
Nicaragua - Honduras 91:65

Nicaragua opened the campaign with the win over Honduras, 91-65. Nicaragua dominated the whole game and posted wins in all the quarters.
Jared Ruiz (188-G-1992) led the home side with 21 points in Managua. Josmel Martinez (198-F, college: Broward CC) followed him with 13, whilst Francisco Garth (195-G/F-1999) netted 12. Francisco Forbs and Denneson Lucas (199-F-2000) answered with 13 points each in a loss. Carlos Dionicio ended up with 10 points for Honduras.

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HUNGARY  
Hungarian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
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Mikael Hopkins
Hopkins
Szilard Benke
Benke
Adam Somogyi
Somogyi
Gyorgy Goloman
Goloman
Benedek Varadi
Varadi
#e#5
1Mikael Hopkins 206-F-1993 Reggio Emilia Italy
3Marcell Pongo 194-PG-1997 Arconic-Alba Hungary
6Akos Keller 208-C-1989 Szombathely Hungary
7Balint Mocsan 190-G-1997 DEAC Hungary
11Szilard Benke 197-G/F-1995 Gravelines France
12Adam Somogyi 191-PG-2000 Arconic-Alba Hungary
14Gyorgy Goloman 211-F-1996 Lietkabelis Lithuania
16David Kiss 209-C-2002 Duna Aszfalt Hungary
18Norbert Lukacs 203-SF-2001 Szolnok Hungary
22Janos Eilingsfeld 198-F/C-1991 Atomeromu Hungary
25Benedek Varadi 194-G-1995 Rytas Lithuania

Stojan Ivkovic Head Coach KTE-Duna U23 Hungary
Peter Por Assistant


2023 World Cup Qualifiers: Lithuania rout Hungary in February window opener - by Eurobasket News
Lithuania - Hungary 89:64

Lithuania drubbed Hungary 89-64 in February window opener of the 2023 World Cup Qualifiers. The Lithuanian powerhouse trailed 2 points before a 26-15 surge in the second frame. Moreover, they dominated the second half to seal the victory.
Mindaugas Kuzminskas (205-F-1989) top-scored for the winners with 14 points and Donatas Tarolis (207-SF-1994) notched 13. Mantas Rubstavicius (198-SG-2002) delivered 12 and Eimantas Bendzius (207-F-1990) had 11. Mikael Hopkins (206-F-1993, college: Georgetown) replied with 17 points in the losing effort. Adam Somogyi (191-PG-2000) produced 13, whilst Szilard Benke (197-G/F-1995, agency: Octagon Europe) had 11.
Sopron KC waived Tavarius Shine - by Arnold Beres
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Sopron-KC (A Division) waived 28-year old American swingman Tavarius Shine (198cm-91kg-1994, college: OK State). In 17 A Division games he recorded 9.1ppg, 2.5rpg and 2.1apg this season.
Shine has played also professionally in Bosnia (Borac WWin Banja Luka), Poland (MKS DG) and Sweden (BC Lulea).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team made it to the Swedish Basketligan Semifinals in 2022. He was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Swedish Basketligan Honorable Mention in 2022.
Shine graduated from Oklahoma State University in 2018 and it is his fifth season as a professional player.

Sopron KC inks Maliek White, ex Neptunas - by Arnold Beres
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Sopron-KC (A Division) agreed terms with 24-year old American guard Maliek White (190cm-86kg-1998, college: Providence, agency: Mansfield and Associates). White started the season at Neptunas in Lithuanian LKL league. In 14 games he had 5.0ppg, 1.7rpg and 2.6apg.
He has played previously professionally in Georgia (Rustavi) and Hungary (Kormend).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he played in the final of Hungarian League in 2022. White was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Hungarian League Honorable Mention in 2022.
He graduated from Providence College in 2020 and it is his third season as a professional player.

Szedeak adds Carter to their roster - by Arnold Beres
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Naturtex-SZTE-Szedeak-Szeged (A Division) added to their roster 23-year old American guard Nahziah Carter (198cm-93kg-1999, college: Washington). Carter just played at Atlanta Hawks in the NBA Summer League. He missed last season and had one year break from professional basketball.
Carter graduated from University of Washington in 2020 and it is his third season as a professional player.

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ICELAND  
Icelandic National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
#s#
Aegir Steinarsson
Steinarsson
Kari Jonsson
Jonsson
Jon Axel Gudmundsson
Gudmundsson
Tryggvi Hlinason
Hlinason
Styrmir Thrastarson
Thrastarson
#e#5
3Aegir Steinarsson 185-PG-1991 Alicante Spain
5Hilmar Henningsson 195-G-2000 Haukar Iceland
8Hlynur Baeringsson 199-F/C-1982 Stjarnan Iceland
9Thorir Thorbjarnarson 198-G-1998 Oviedo Spain
12Kari Jonsson 192-G-1997 Valur Iceland
14Kristinn Palsson 198-G/F-1997 Leeuwarden Holland
17Ragnar Nathanaelsson 220-C-1991 Hamar Iceland
23Hjalmar Stefansson 200-F-1996 Valur Iceland
30Jon Axel Gudmundsson 195-G-1996 Pesaro Italy
32Tryggvi Hlinason 215-C-1997 Zaragoza Spain
34Styrmir Thrastarson 200-G/F-2001 Thor Thorl Iceland
66Sigtryggur Bjornsson 180-PG-1993 Tindastoll Iceland

Craig Pedersen Head Coach
Baldur Ragnarsson Assistant OrangeAcad. Germany
Hjalti Vilhjalmsson Assistant Keflavik Iceland


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INDIA  
Indian National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center
Starting five
#s#
Amarendra Nayak
Nayak
Kanwar Sandhu
Sandhu
Seijin Mathew
Mathew
Pratyanshu Tomar
Tomar
Aryan Aryan
Aryan
#e#5
3Amarendra Nayak 198-F-2003 Chandigarh W. India
5Harsh Dagar 189-SG-2005 Delhi D. India
7Muin Hafeez 189-PG-1996 Chennai H. India
8Kanwar Sandhu 185-SG-1999
10Arvind Muthu 187-G-2000
11Seijin Mathew 198-F-2000
15Prashant Rawat 198-F-2000 Delhi D. India
17Pratyanshu Tomar 202-F-2000 Bengaluru K. India
24Ulhas Koravi 185-PG-1998
36Aryan Aryan 218-C-2002 Delhi D. India
45Piyush Meena 208-C-1999 Delhi D. India
99Lokendra Singh 194-SG-2005 Delhi D. India

Veselin Matic Head Coach


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IRAN  
Japan derails Iran's World Cup bid with 35-point rout - by Eurobasket News
JAPAN started the last window of the Fiba World Cup Asian qualifiers on a high, rolling past Iran, 96-61, on Thursday at the Takasaki Arena. Yuki Kawamura (169-G-2001) heated up early, firing eight of his 15 points in the first quarter that set the tone for the blowout victory to the delight of the home crowd. The result left Iran, running fourth in Group F at 6-5, in a must-win situation against China (8-2) on Sunday. Only one World Cup spot is up for grabs in Asia after Australia, China, Japan, Lebanon, New Zealand, and the Philippines booked the first six tickets. Japan, the World Cup co-shot carrying the same 6-5 record as Iran, next faces Group F last-placer Bahrain (2-8) on Sunday. Josh Hawkinson (208-F-1995, college: WSU) led the Akatsuki Five with 17 points, 11 boards, and four assists in his debut. Mohammad Jamshidi (199-SF-1991, agency: BIG) and Behnam Yakhchali (196-SG-1995, agency: BIG) paced Iran with 15 points each in a losing effort.
Courtesy of: spin.ph



Iranian National Team 2023 - by Eurobasket Center
Starting five
#s#
Sajjad Mashayekhi
Mashayekhi
Behnam Yakhchali
Yakhchali
Mohammad Jamshidi
Jamshidi
Arsalan Kazemi
Kazemi
Mohammad Hassanzadeh
Hassanzadeh
#e#5
3Sina Vahedi 185-PG-2001 Kalleh Iran
4Meisam Mirzaei 210-C-1992 Gorgan Iran
5Sajjad Mashayekhi 180-PG-1994 Zob Ahan Iran
7Aren Davoudichegani 185-PG-1986 Mahram Iran
8Behnam Yakhchali 196-SG-1995 Gorgan Iran
10Piter Girgoorian 195-SF-2002 Mahram Iran
13Mohammad Jamshidi 199-SF-1991 Gorgan Iran
14Arsalan Kazemi 200-SF-1990 Zob Ahan Iran
17Matin Aghajanpour 199-PF-2001 Kouchin Iran
23Sajjad Pazrofteh 205-F-1996 Gorgan Iran
30Jalal Agha 205-C-2001 Kalleh Iran
77Mohammad Hassanzadeh 203-PF-1990 Zob Ahan Iran

Saeed Armaghani Head Coach Kaszasok Hungary
Mehran Atashi Assistant Mahram Iran


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IRAQ  
Joensi Rivera (ex Jarabacoa) signs at Dijlah - by Eurobasket Center
Dijlah-University (Superleague) landed 26-year old Dominican 198cm small forward Joensi Rivera. Rivera started the season at Jarabacoa in District League in Dominican Republic. In 8 games he averaged impressive 45.5ppg, 12.5rpg and 3.5apg.
He has played also professionally for other Dominican Rep. teams like San Lazaro, Los Prados and Leones.
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IRELAND  
Super League Standings

Super League Standings


Regular Season: Round 17

Feb. 25: Ballincollig - Sligo All-Stars
Feb. 25: Moycullen - Templeogue
Feb. 25: Neptune - Belfast Star
Feb. 25: Eanna - Killorglin
Feb. 25: UCD Marian - Maree
Feb. 25: Tralee - Killester
Feb. 26: UCC Demons - DCU Saints
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ISRAEL  
Israeli National League round 21 best performance: Demetrius Treadwell - by Eurobasket News
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American Forward Demetrius Treadwell (201-F-1991) had an amazing evening in the last round for M.Ramat Gan, receiving a Hoops Agents National League Player of the Week award for round 21.
The 31-year old player had a double-double of 25 points and 23 rebounds, while his team edged out M.Haifa (#10, 9-12) 88-85. M.Ramat Gan maintains the 6th position in Israeli National League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. M.Ramat Gan will need more victories to improve their 12-9 record. Treadwell turned to be M.Ramat Gan's top player in his first season with the team. Demetrius Treadwell averages this season 13.6ppg and 13.6rpg.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Duane Johnson (201-F-1991) of M.Ma'ale Adum.. Johnson had a very good evening with a double-double of 18 points and 11 rebounds. Bad luck as M.Ma'ale Adum. lost that game 76-83 to the higher-ranked I.Nahariya (#5, 13-8). M.Ma'ale Adum. managed to keep the same 8th spot in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 11-10 record is not bad and everything may still change. Johnson is a newcomer at M.Ma'ale Adum., but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was American forward Romello White (203-F/C-1998) of I.Nahariya (#5). White showcased his all-around game by recording 17 points, ten rebounds and five assists in the last round. He was a key player of I.Nahariya, leading his team to a 83-76 win against the lower-ranked M.Ma'ale Adum. (#8, 11-10). I.Nahariya needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 13 victories and 8 lost games. White has a very solid season. In 21 games in Israel he scored 12.2ppg. He also has 8.5rpg and FGP: 58.3%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Jimmy Hall (203-PF-1994) of H.Afula - 19 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Ethan Butler (190-G-2002) of E.Netanya - 27 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Danel Kozahinof (177-PG-2001) of M.Haifa - 14 points, 3 rebounds and 9 assists
7. Michael Holyfield (211-C-1992) of H.Hevel Modi'in - 16 points and 15 rebounds
8. Shaheed Davis (206-PF-1994) of M.Haifa - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Keron DeShields (190-PG-1992) of H.Hevel Modi'in - 25 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists
10. Toarlyn Fitzpatrick (206-PF-1989) of H.Afula - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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


National League Round 21: E.Ashkelon lose to E.Netanya in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News
The teams have now bigger motivation at this stage of Regular Season. Every game can be crucial and decide about teams' position at the end of Regular Season. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game between Top Four teams took place in Netanya. Third ranked host E.Netanya (14-7) defeated second-best E.Ashkelon (14-7) 105-101. E.Netanya made 25-of-32 free shots (78.1 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 E.Ashkelon turnovers. 28 personal fouls committed by E.Ashkelon helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Guard Ethan Butler (190-2002) stepped up and scored 27 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and guard Ben Saraf (195-2006) chipped in 22 points. E.Netanya's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was naturalized Polish guard Gal Gilinski (195-1995, agency: Avi Zilberman) with 13 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. E.Netanya moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated E.Ashkelon. E.Netanya is looking forward to face bottom-ranked H.Ramat Gan (#14) in Givataim in the next round which should be an easy win for them. E.Ashkelon will play at home against I.Nahariya (#5) and is hoping to win this game.
National League top team - H.Afula (16-5) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat seventh ranked M.Raanana (11-10) 81-70. American Jimmy Hall (203-1994, college: Kent St.) nailed a double-double by scoring 19 points, 10 rebounds and 4 blocks for the winning side and Toarlyn Fitzpatrick accounted for 20 points and 5 rebounds. Naturalized American Willy Workman (198-1990, college: Amherst) came up with 14 points and 8 rebounds for M.Raanana in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. H.Afula maintains first place with 16-5 record. M.Raanana lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with ten games lost. They share it with M.Ma'ale Adum.. H.Afula will play against M.Haifa (#10) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. M.Raanana will play against M.Rehovot and hopes to get back on the winning track.
A very close game took place in Ramat Gan between M.Ramat Gan and M.Haifa. Sixth ranked M.Ramat Gan (12-9) got a very close home victory over 10th ranked M.Haifa (9-12). M.Ramat Gan managed to escape with a 3-point win 88-85 on Wednesday evening. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was Demetrius Treadwell who had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 23 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Shaheed Davis who recorded 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. M.Ramat Gan have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain sixth place with 12-9 record. M.Haifa at the other side keeps the tenth position with 12 games lost. M.Ramat Gan will meet Ramat Hash. (#9) in the next round. M.Haifa will play against the league's leader H.Afula and hope to secure a win.

In the last two games of round 21 M.Ma'ale Adum. lost to I.Nahariya on the opponent's court 76-83. M.Rehovot unfortunately lost to H.Hevel Modi'in in a home game 79-84.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 16 points and 15 rebounds by Michael Holyfield of H.Hevel Modi'in.



H.Afula - M.Raanana 81-70

National League top team - H.Afula (16-5) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat seventh ranked M.Raanana (11-10) 81-70. H.Afula made 16-of-21 charity shots (76.2 percent) during the game. H.Afula had a 31-20 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. H.Afula brought some defensive toughness making 8 blocks. American Jimmy Hall (203-1994, college: Kent St.) nailed a double-double by scoring 19 points, 10 rebounds and 4 blocks for the winning side and his fellow American import Toarlyn Fitzpatrick (206-1989, college: S.Florida) accounted for 20 points and 5 rebounds. Four H.Afula players scored in double figures. Naturalized American Willy Workman (198-1990, college: Amherst) came up with 14 points and 8 rebounds and American forward Jalen Canty (203-1995, college: UCSB, agency: Haylett Sports) added 17 points and 6 rebounds respectively for M.Raanana in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. H.Afula maintains first place with 16-5 record. M.Raanana lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with ten games lost. They share it with M.Ma'ale Adum.. H.Afula will play against M.Haifa (#10) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. M.Raanana will play against M.Rehovot and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
M.Raanana: J.Canty 17+6reb+1ast, W.Workman 14+8reb+3ast, J.Siggers 13+2reb+3ast, E.Alber 9+1reb+1ast, R.Geffen 9+4reb+3ast, A.Sapir 6+5reb+4ast
H.Afula: T.Fitzpatrick 20+5reb+2ast, J.Hall 19+10reb+3ast, T.Asayag 15+2reb+6ast, R.Netzia 10+6reb+1ast, L.Goldenberg 6+8reb+5ast, N.Daniel 6+2reb+1ast
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M.Ramat Gan - M.Haifa 88-85

A very close game took place in Ramat Gan between M.Ramat Gan and M.Haifa. Sixth ranked M.Ramat Gan (12-9) got a very close home victory over 10th ranked M.Haifa (9-12). M.Ramat Gan managed to escape with a 3-point win 88-85 on Wednesday evening. M.Ramat Gan looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was forward Demetrius Treadwell (201-1991, college: Akron) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 23 rebounds. Guard Kevin Capers (188-1993, college: FSC, agency: BIG) chipped in 18 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Shaheed Davis (206-1994, college: UCF) who recorded 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Admon Gilder (193-1995, college: Gonzaga) added 20 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Four M.Haifa players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. M.Ramat Gan have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain sixth place with 12-9 record. M.Haifa at the other side keeps the tenth position with 12 games lost. M.Ramat Gan will meet Ramat Hash. (#9) in the next round. M.Haifa will play against the league's leader H.Afula and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
M.Haifa: A.Gilder 20+6reb+2ast, S.Davis 19+7reb+4ast, D.Koperberg 18+7reb, K.Danel 14+3reb+9ast, O.Malka 6+2reb+1ast, J.Alexander 3+4reb+1ast
M.Ramat Gan: D.Treadwell 25+23reb+3ast, K.Capers 18+4reb+2ast, D.Rosenbaum 15+1reb+1ast, E.Hirsh 8+3reb+4ast, J.Cohen 7+4reb+5ast, H.Dadon 7+3reb+1ast
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E.Netanya - E.Ashkelon 105-101

The game between Top Four teams took place in Netanya. Third ranked host E.Netanya (14-7) defeated second-best E.Ashkelon (14-7) 105-101. E.Netanya made 25-of-32 free shots (78.1 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 E.Ashkelon turnovers. 28 personal fouls committed by E.Ashkelon helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Guard Ethan Butler (190-2002) stepped up and scored 27 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and guard Ben Saraf (195-2006) chipped in 22 points. E.Netanya's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was naturalized Polish guard Gal Gilinski (195-1995, agency: Avi Zilberman) with 13 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists and American forward Dakarai Tucker (196-1994, college: Utah) scored 21 points and 5 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. E.Netanya moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated E.Ashkelon. E.Netanya is looking forward to face bottom-ranked H.Ramat Gan (#14) in Givataim in the next round which should be an easy win for them. E.Ashkelon will play at home against I.Nahariya (#5) and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
E.Ashkelon: D.Tucker 21+5reb+2ast, R.Pitshon 16+2reb+2ast, G.Gilinski 13+9reb+7ast, C.Rosenberg 10+3reb+2ast, W.Lewis 10+3reb+4ast, B.David Omer 9+2ast
E.Netanya: B.Ethan 27+5reb+4ast, S.Ben 22+2reb+1ast, A.Aminu 15+5reb+1ast, D.Sahar 14+4reb+4ast, S.Ilay 10+2reb+2ast, J.Robinson 8+7reb+2ast
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I.Nahariya - M.Ma'ale Adum. 83-76

Rather expected game when 8th ranked M.Ma'ale Adum. (11-10) was defeated on the road by fifth ranked I.Nahariya (13-8) 83-76 on Tuesday. I.Nahariya had a 30-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was American power forward Romello White (203-1998, college: Ole Miss) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Omer Poleg (185-1999) chipped in 22 points. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Duane Johnson (201-1991, college: ESU) who recorded a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 7 steals and swingman Ben Maman (195-2003) added 15 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. I.Nahariya maintains fifth place with 13-8 record. M.Ma'ale Adum. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with ten games lost. They share it with M.Raanana. I.Nahariya will meet league's second-placed E.Ashkelon on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. M.Ma'ale Adum. will play against E.Shomron (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
M.Ma'ale Adum.: D.Johnson 18+11reb+4ast, M.Ben 15+5reb+1ast, I.Shabat 9+2reb+6ast, S.Halpert 7+6reb+4ast, A.Derhy 7+1reb+1ast, H.Matan 7+3ast
I.Nahariya: P.Omer 22+2reb, R.White 17+10reb+5ast, A.Chubrevich 10+9reb, M.Trent 9+6reb+1ast, D.Drapic 9+3reb+3ast, A.Reuven 8+1reb+3ast
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M.Rehovot - H.Hevel Modi'in 79-84

There was a small surprise when thirteenth ranked H.Hevel Modi'in (5-17) defeated on the road 11th ranked M.Rehovot (7-14) 84-79 on Tuesday. H.Hevel Modi'in dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to M.Rehovot's 28. The best player for the winners was American point guard Keron DeShields (190-1992, college: Tennessee St.) who scored 25 points, 6 assists and 4 steals. His fellow American import center Michael Holyfield (211-1992, college: SHSU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 15 rebounds. Four H.Hevel Modi'in players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American power forward Brandon Sherrod (198-1992, college: Yale) who recorded 18 points and 8 assists and naturalized American forward Josh Freund (204-1997, college: Roanoke) added 19 points and 7 rebounds respectively. H.Hevel Modi'in have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain thirteenth place with 5-17 record. M.Rehovot lost fourth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the twelfth position with 14 games lost. H.Hevel Modi'in will meet at home higher ranked E.Netanya (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. M.Rehovot will play against M.Raanana (#7) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
M.Rehovot: J.Freund 19+7reb+2ast, B.Sherrod 18+4reb+8ast, Y.Holodov 14+2reb+4ast, B.Jackson 9+4reb+4ast, C.Smith 7+5reb+1ast, I.Rejwan 4+1reb+1ast
H.Hevel Modi'in: K.DeShields 25+3reb+6ast, S.Malkov 17+4reb+2ast, M.Holyfield 16+15reb, G.Shoham 15+6reb+6ast, E.Mor-Yosef 6+1reb, H.Omer 3+4reb
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Israeli National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Israeli National Team 2023
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Itay Segev
Segev
Itay Moskovich
Moskovich
Bar Timor
Timor
Roi Huber
Huber
Oz Blayzer
Blayzer
#e#5
6Itay Segev 205-C/F-1995 H.Jerusalem Israel
7Itay Moskovich 191-G/F-2000 H.Galil Elion Israel
10Bar Timor 190-G-1992 H.Tel-Aviv Israel
13Roi Huber 188-PG-1997 H.Galil Elion Israel
14Oz Blayzer 199-F-1992 H.Jerusalem Israel
20Idan Zalmanson 206-C/F-1995 H.Tel-Aviv Israel
21Netanel Artzi 197-F-1997 H.Eilat Israel
30Nimrod Levi 208-PF-1995 H.Galil Elion Israel
31Noam Yaacov 186-PG-2004 H.Jerusalem Israel
33Gabriel Chachashvili 212-C-1999 Bamberg Germany
41Tomer Ginat 202-PF-1994 H.Tel-Aviv Israel
55Michael Brisker 184-SG-1998 E.Kiryat Ata Israel

Nadav Zilberstein Head Coach M.Rishon Israel
Dror Cohen Assistant E.Shomron Israel
Yoav Shamir Assistant Bnei Hertzeliya Israel


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ITALY  
Italian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
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Marco Spissu
Spissu
Nicolo Mannion
Mannion
Amedeo Tessitori
Tessitori
Giampaolo Ricci
Ricci
Riccardo Moraschini
Moraschini
#e#5
0Marco Spissu 184-PG-1995 Venezia Italy
1Nicolo Mannion 190-PG-2001 Virtus BO Italy
6Paul Biligha 200-C-1990 Milano Italy
12Diego Flaccadori 193-SG-1996 Trento Italy
16Amedeo Tessitori 207-F/C-1994 Venezia Italy
17Giampaolo Ricci 201-PF-1991 Milano Italy
22Giordano Bortolani 193-SG-2000 Verona Italy
24Riccardo Moraschini 194-G-1991 Venezia Italy
30Guglielmo Caruso 211-F-1999 Varese Italy
36Riccardo Visconti 197-G/F-1998 Pesaro Italy
40Luca Severini 204-C/F-1996 Tortona Italy
53Tomas Woldetensae 196-G-1998 Varese Italy

Gianmarco Pozzecco Head Coach Milano Italy
Edoardo Casalone Assistant Torino Italy
Carlo Recalcati Assistant


Douvier's 28 points give him Serie A2 Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News
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31-year old forward Bryce Douvier (201-F-1991) put on an amazing game in the last round for Juvi Cremona and receives a Hoops Agents Serie A2 Player of the Week award for round 22.
He had the game-high 28 points adding five rebounds and two assists for Juvi Cremona in his team's victory, helping them to crush Trapani (#8, 8-12) with 16-point margin 85-69. Juvi Cremona is placed at 10th position in Italian Serie A2. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 14 games and recorded just six victories. In the team's last game Douvier had a remarkable 64.3% from 2-point range. He turned to be Juvi Cremona's top player in his first season with the team. Bryce Douvier averages this season 19.6ppg and 8.6rpg.

Second best performed player last round was Mitchell Poletti (205-F/C-1988) of Nardo. He is a forward in his second season at Nardo. In the last game Poletti recorded impressive 21 points and 3 rebounds. Bad luck as Nardo was edged by the lower-ranked San Severo (#12, 8-14) 78-74. Nardo managed to keep the same 8th spot in Group Red. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 10-12 record. Poletti is well-known at Nardo and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders.

Third place about best performers goes to guard Nik Raivio (193-SG-1986, agency: Pensack Sports) of San Severo (#12). Raivio scored 24 points and grabbed ten rebounds. He was a key player of San Severo, leading his team to a 78-74 win against the higher-ranked Nardo (#8, 10-12). The chances of San Severo not to end season at such low position in Group Red, however are less than slim as they have already lost 14 games, recording just eight victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Raivio could try to bring San Severo's a little bit higher in the standings. Raivio has individually a great season in Italy. After 11 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 8.1rpg (8th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Derek Ogbeide (205-F/C-1997) of Rimini - 16 points and 13 rebounds
5. Pietro Aradori (195-SG-1988) of Fortitudo BO - 20 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Rei Pullazi (202-F/C-1993) of Milano Urania - 16 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Federico Miaschi (200-G-2000) of Piacenza - 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Daniel Utomi (198-G-1997) of Chiusi - 22 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Brady Skeens (202-F/C-1995) of Piacenza - 12 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists
10. Kyndahl Hill (201-F-1994) of Milano Urania - 14 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists

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

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


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Abidjan Basket Club signs Alex Robinson - by Eurobasket News
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Abidjan-Basket-Club (National 1) signed 27-year old American point guard Alex Robinson (185cm-82kg-1995, college: TCU) for upcoming 2023 season. Robinson played last summer at Knox Raiders in Australian NBL1 South. In 23 NBL1 North games he had very impressive stats: 17.1ppg, 5.7rpg, 4.8apg and 1.8spg.
He has played on three different continents (Europe, Australia and of course North America). Robinson has played previously professionally in Austria (BC Vienna), NBA (Cleveland Cavaliers) and NBA G League (SLC Stars, Santa Cruz Warriors, Fort Wayne Mad Ants, Iowa Wolves and Cleveland Charge).
He won NIT championship title in 2017.
Robinson graduated from Texas Christian University in 2019 and it will be his fifth season as a professional player.

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JAPAN  
Japanese National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center
Starting five
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Yuki Togashi
Togashi
Makoto Hiejima
Hiejima
Josh Hawkinson
Hawkinson
Soichiro Inoue
Inoue
Ren Kanechika
Kanechika
#e#5
2Yuki Togashi 170-PG-1993 Chiba Jets Japan
6Makoto Hiejima 190-G/F-1990 Tochigi Brex Japan
16Ren Kanechika 198-SF-2003
17Yutaroh Suda 188-G-1992 Nagoya DD Japan
19Yudai Nishida 188-F-1999 Sea Horses M. Japan
24Josh Hawkinson 208-F-1995 Shinshu BW Japan
33Yuki Kawamura 169-G-2001 Yokohama BC Japan
34Hugh Watanabe 207-C-1998 Ryukyu GK Japan
43Yuya Nagayoshi 199-C/F-1991 Fukuoka R. Japan
45Kai Toews 188-G-1998 Shiga L-Stars Japan
71Soichiro Inoue 200-F-1999 Hitachi SRT Japan
91Hirotaka Yoshii 195-F/G-1998 Alvark Tokyo Japan

Tom Hovasse Head Coach
Corey Gaines Assistant Washington W. USA
Geoffrey Katsuhisa Assistant


Japan derails Iran's World Cup bid with 35-point rout - by Eurobasket News
JAPAN started the last window of the Fiba World Cup Asian qualifiers on a high, rolling past Iran, 96-61, on Thursday at the Takasaki Arena. Yuki Kawamura (169-G-2001) heated up early, firing eight of his 15 points in the first quarter that set the tone for the blowout victory to the delight of the home crowd. The result left Iran, running fourth in Group F at 6-5, in a must-win situation against China (8-2) on Sunday. Only one World Cup spot is up for grabs in Asia after Australia, China, Japan, Lebanon, New Zealand, and the Philippines booked the first six tickets. Japan, the World Cup co-shot carrying the same 6-5 record as Iran, next faces Group F last-placer Bahrain (2-8) on Sunday. Josh Hawkinson (208-F-1995, college: WSU) led the Akatsuki Five with 17 points, 11 boards, and four assists in his debut. Mohammad Jamshidi (199-SF-1991, agency: BIG) and Behnam Yakhchali (196-SG-1995, agency: BIG) paced Iran with 15 points each in a losing effort.
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Best players of Japanese B2 League round 39 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News
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American E.J. Montgomery (208-C/F-1999) had a great game in the last round for Aomori W. and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents B2 League Player of the Week award for round 39.
The 23-year old had a double-double of 34 points and thirteen rebounds, while his team beat Tokyo Z (#7, 10-31) 85-71. Aomori W. maintains the 4th position in their group in Japanese B2 League. Aomori W. is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 19-22 record. In the team's last game Montgomery had a remarkable 65.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be Aomori W.'s top player in his first season with the team. E.J. Montgomery averages this season 14.1ppg and 7.9rpg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American center Jamel McLean (202-C-1988) of Kumamoto V.. McLean impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 24 points and 15 rebounds. Bad luck as Kumamoto V. lost that game 68-76 to slightly higher-ranked Nagasaki (#2, 28-13). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the top position in West. Kumamoto V. still maintains its place in the top 3 of the standings, even despite this loss. His team's 23-18 record is not bad at all. McLean is a newcomer at Kumamoto V. and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders.

The third best performed player last round was another Aomori W.'s star - American Alex Davis (206-F-1992, agency: Diamond Sports). Davis scored 26 points and grabbed fourteen rebounds (!!!). He was another key player of Aomori W., helping his team with a 82-79 win against the lower-ranked Tokyo Z (#7, 10-31). The chances of Aomori W. ranking at the top of East, however are very questionable as they have already lost 22 games, recording just nineteen victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Davis could help Aomori W. to bring them higher in the standings. Davis has a very solid season. In 41 games in Japan he scored 14.7ppg. He also has 8.0rpg, 1.4bpg and FGP: 57.6%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Kyle Richardson (200-PF-1991) of Kagawa FA - 34 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Gregory Echenique (206-C-1990) of Fukushima - 22 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Chase Fieler (202-SF-1992) of Saga B. - 21 points, 12 rebounds and 9 assists
7. James Bell (196-SF-1992) of Yamagata - 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Isaac Butts (208-C-1989) of Koshigaya A. - 15 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Cheikh Mbodj (208-C-1987) of Bambitious N. - 16 points and 11 rebounds
10. Evan Ravenel (204-C/F-1989) of Chiba - 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists

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

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


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JORDAN  
Jordanian National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center
Starting five
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Amin Abuhawwas
Abuhawwas
Dar Tucker
Tucker
Fadi Qarmash
Qarmash
Zaid Abbas
Abbas
Ahmad Al-Dwairi
Al-Dwairi
#e#5
1Amin Abuhawwas 190-G-1994 Al Ahli Jordan
2Dar Tucker 193-SG-1988 Boca Argentina
4Fadi Qarmash 180-PG-2002 Al Ahli Jordan
5Freddy Ibrahim 190-G-1996 Orthodox Jordan
6Ashraf Al-Hendi 190-G-1995 Orthodox Jordan
7Ahmad Alhamarsheh 197-F-1987 Orthodox Jordan
9Sami Bzai 190-G-1994 Al Ahli Jordan
13Mohammad Hussein 210-C-1990 Orthodox Jordan
15Zaid Abbas 203-F-1983 Orthodox Jordan
21Hashem Abbaas 198-F/C-1999 Al Hilal Saudi Arabia
33Caden Al-Najdawi 203-F-1999 Orthodox Jordan
46Ahmad Al-Dwairi 209-C-1993 Bursaspor Turkey

Wesam Al-Sous Head Coach


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KAZAKHSTAN  
Kazakhstan National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center
Starting five
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Vadim Chsherbak
Chsherbak
Rustam Murzagaliyev
Murzagaliyev
Roman Marchuk
Marchuk
Dmitriy Gavrilov
Gavrilov
Oleg Balashov
Balashov
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1Magzhan Sarsengaliev 187-PG-2002 Astana Kazakhstan
6Shaim Kuanov 181-PG-1991 Tobol Kazakhstan
9Vadim Chsherbak 194-G-1993 Astana Kazakhstan
10Rustam Murzagaliyev 190-G-1992 Astana Kazakhstan
11Anton Bykov 200-F-1989 Tobol Kazakhstan
21Roman Marchuk 198-F-1993 Astana Kazakhstan
23Roberts Panizniks Kandava Latvia
24Dmitriy Gavrilov 204-C-1986 Astana Kazakhstan
47Ruslan Aitkali 195-F-1997 Astana Kazakhstan
55Askar Maidekin 203-C-1997
76Alexandr Orazbekov 180-PG-2002 Astana Kazakhstan
99Oleg Balashov 185-PG-1999 Astana Kazakhstan

Oleg Kiselev Head Coach Astana Kazakhstan
Alexander Lyssyak Assistant Barsy Atyrau Kazakhstan


Kazakhstan Higher League round 22 best performance: Dmitriy Luchko - by Eurobasket News
Guard Dmitriy Luchko (193-G-1997) put on an amazing game in the last round for ChelSU, receiving a Hoops Agents Higher League Player of the Week award for round 22.
The 25-year old player had a double-double of 35 points and 18 rebounds, while his team in a lost game to Barsy 2 (#7, 9-13) 72-80. ChelSU is placed at 9th position in Kazakhstan Higher League. ChelSU is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. But it was their 15th lost game this season out of 22 games. It's Luchko's second year at ChelSU and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Dmitriy Luchko averages this season 27.0ppg and 13.0rpg.

The second best player in last round's games was young Eset Zharkylov (195-F/G-1998) of Gotobeles. Zharkylov had a very good evening with a double-double of 20 points and 19 rebounds. It was enough for Gotobeles to edge slightly lower-ranked Caspiy Aktau (#10, 7-15) 77-73. Gotobeles' 8th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 8-14 record. Zharkylov is a newcomer at Gotobeles, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was forward Maksim Nalogov (198-F/C-1994) of league's second-best Bars. Nalogov showcased his all-around game by recording 27 points, fourteen rebounds (!!!) and six assists in the last round. He was a key player of Bars, leading his team to a 83-49 easy win against the lower-ranked Gotobeles (#8, 8-14). Many experts and fans count Bars as a contender for championship title. Another victory and another confirmation that they may be right. Just look at their record: 20 victories and only two lost games. Nalogov has a great season in Kazakhstan. After 22 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 26.2ppg (best scorer) and rebounds with 11.8rpg (2nd best). He also has 2.6spg and FGP: 51.6%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Stanislav Sahipov (190-G-2002) of Almaty L. - 30 points and 6 rebounds
5. Daniel Albrant (205-C-1998) of Almaty L. - 17 points and 14 rebounds
6. Daniil Severgin (183-PG-2005) of Almaty L. - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Sabyrzhan Ibragimov (185-G-2004) of Barsy 2 - 25 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists
8. Sergey Dyatlik (194-F-1997) of Bars - 19 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists
9. Artem Parfenov (196-F-1998) of Bars - 18 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Nikita Timofeev (199-F-1998) of Almaty L. - 13 points, 14 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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Fiba World Cup qualifiers: China down Kazakhstan 71-59 in front of top officials and cheering Hong Kong crowd - by Eurobasket News
China's new head coach Aleksandar Djordjevic (agency: BeoBasket ) started his tenure in convincing fashion as his side romped to a 71-59 win over Kazakhstan in front of a sell-out crowd at Tsuen Wan Sports Centre on Thursday night. The Fiba Basketball World Cup 2023 Asian Qualifiers victory was the first win for the Serbian, who guided his country to two silver medals at the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Rio Olympics, after he replaced Du Feng last November. Among the 1,100 crowd, 600 of whom bought tickets when they went on general sale, were China's new Hong Kong liaison office chief Zheng Yanxiong, the city's Chief Secretary for Administration Eric Chan Kwok-ki, and Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Kevin Yeung Yun-hung. Sitting courtside, the trio flanked Chinese Basketball Association president Yao Ming, who led the team when it arrived from Shanghai on Monday. 'It is a good start for us, we started the game well and were very focused in the opening half,' Dordevic said. 'The players were able to play like they practised, despite our free-throws and three-point shooting not being good enough.' The liaison office said Zheng had visited the players after the match and praised them for their performance. Noting they were the first national team to visit Hong Kong since the city returned to normality, he said their match had injected positive energy into the city and sent a strong message to the world that 'Hong Kong is back'. Zheng also said as Hong Kong was progressing from order to prosperity, the liaison office would give its full backing to the local administration to make Hong Kong into a city of international sports events. Having already qualified for the finals this summer, the clash with Kazakhstan marked the start of China's preparation for the tournament, which will be held in three different countries - the Philippines, Japan and Indonesia - for the first time. Despite that, the players were eager to impress their new head coach, and star centre Qi Zhou (217-C-1996), and guard Ailun Guo (189-SG-1993), were instrumental in China building a healthy early lead. Playing his first competitive game since appearing for the South East Melbourne Phoenix in December, Zhou connected on his first basket, and guard Zhao Jiwei had back-to-back steals and two easy lay-ups as the home side went up quickly. A nine-point first quarter advantage ballooned to a 43-22 lead for China, despite them using reserves for much of the second quarter. The Kazakhs came to life after the break with some sharp shooting, and came within nine points towards the end but that was as close as they got. Zhou, who had a game high 16 points and 12 rebounds, said the team's performance 'was OK' but the understanding between players could have been better. 'We have quite a few young and new players on the roster this time, so somewhere along the way we could have done better,' he said. 'The younger players were perhaps too excited and they certainly need more time.' He praised the Hong Kong crowd and said the team had been excited to play their first home game in three years. 'The venue and the fans were exceptional. We could hear the spectators cheering for us so it felt great,' he said. Afterwards, Chan said China's performance had made the audience 'ecstatic' and revelled in the experience of watching his first international basketball game live. 'I told all the players after the game: your performance is really wonderful, amazing, and absolutely worth the ticket!' the city's No 2 official said on Facebook. 'Hong Kong is on the road to normality, and the government will try its best to hold more large-scale competitions in the city, so as to make the lives of local residents more colourful.' China will next face Iran on Sunday at the same venue. The world No 20 team, who lost to Japan 96-61 in Takasaki earlier on Thursday, remain a point ahead of Kazakhstan in Group F. Kazakhstan play Australia, who have also already qualified, in Melbourne on Sunday. If Iran and Kazakhstan both lose their final matches, the former will reach the finals for the fourth time in team history.
Courtesy of: scmp.com

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LATVIA  
Latvian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Latvian National Team 2023
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Kriss Helmanis
Helmanis
Dairis Bertans
Bertans
Arturs Strautins
Strautins
Artis Ate
Ate
Klavs Cavars
Cavars
#e#5
3Kriss Helmanis 209-PF-2002 Tuebingen Germany
9Dairis Bertans 193-G-1989 Real Betis Spain
12Arturs Strautins 198-SF-1998 Reggio Emilia Italy
15Artis Ate 195-SF-1989 VEF Riga Latvia
18Klavs Cavars 208-C-1996 Start Poland
21Aigars Skele 193-G-1992 Stal Poland
24Andrejs Grazulis 202-PF-1993 Trento Italy
25Martins Laksa 200-SF-1990 Jonava Lithuania
28Marcis Steinbergs 207-PF-2001 Manresa Spain
32Anzejs Pasecniks 216-C-1995 Real Betis Spain
44Toms Leimanis 190-PG-1994 Estudiantes Spain
55Arturs Zagars 190-G-2000 Nevezis Lithuania

Luca Banchi Head Coach Strasbourg France
Janis Gailitis Assistant VEF Riga Latvia
Arturs Visockis-Rubenis Assistant Liepaja Latvia


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LEBANON  
Lebanese National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center
Starting five
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Marc Khoueiry
Khoueiry
Sergio El Darwich
El Darwich
Gabriel Salibi
Salibi
Hayk Gyokchyan
Gyokchyan
Ali Mezher
Mezher
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3Marc Khoueiry 185-PG-2001 Sagesse Lebanon
5Amir Saoud 186-G-1991 Al Riyadi Lebanon
7Karim Zeinoun 188-G-1999 Al Riyadi Lebanon
8Jad Khalil 186-PG-1996 Dynamo Lebanon
9Sergio El Darwich 193-G-1996 Sagesse Lebanon
10Ali Mansour 185-G-1998 Al Riyadi Lebanon
12Naim Rabay 206-C-1997 Beirut Club Lebanon
13Gabriel Salibi 203-G-1997 Dynamo Lebanon
18Jean-Marc Jarrouge 190-G-1995 Sagesse Lebanon
24Hayk Gyokchyan 203-F-1990 Al Riyadi Lebanon
25Ali Mezher 182-PG-1994 Sagesse Lebanon
34Gerard Hadidian 201-F-1995 Beirut Club Lebanon

Jad El Hajj Head Coach Dynamo Lebanon
Marko Filipovic Assistant


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LITHUANIA  
Stats Leaders - NKL
Stats Leaders
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Kretinga
(193-G-1985)
Avg: 19.5

Mazeika
19.5
Pukelis
18.2
Mikstas
17.6
Simonis
17.4
Guscikas
16.9
2023 World Cup Qualifiers: Lithuania rout Hungary in February window opener - by Eurobasket News
Lithuania - Hungary 89:64

Lithuania drubbed Hungary 89-64 in February window opener of the 2023 World Cup Qualifiers. The Lithuanian powerhouse trailed 2 points before a 26-15 surge in the second frame. Moreover, they dominated the second half to seal the victory.
Mindaugas Kuzminskas (205-F-1989) top-scored for the winners with 14 points and Donatas Tarolis (207-SF-1994) notched 13. Mantas Rubstavicius (198-SG-2002) delivered 12 and Eimantas Bendzius (207-F-1990) had 11. Mikael Hopkins (206-F-1993, college: Georgetown) replied with 17 points in the losing effort. Adam Somogyi (191-PG-2000) produced 13, whilst Szilard Benke (197-G/F-1995, agency: Octagon Europe) had 11.
Lithuanian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
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Margiris Normantas
Normantas
Eigirdas Zukauskas
Zukauskas
Martinas Geben
Geben
Vaidas Kariniauskas
Kariniauskas
Eimantas Bendzius
Bendzius
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1Donatas Tarolis 207-SF-1994 Oradea Romania
2Margiris Normantas 194-G-1996 Rytas Lithuania
4Eigirdas Zukauskas 204-F-1992 Wolves Lithuania
7Gytis Radzevicius 197-SF-1995 Rytas Lithuania
12Martinas Geben 208-C-1994 Manresa Spain
13Vaidas Kariniauskas 199-PG-1993 Rapid Romania
19Mindaugas Kuzminskas 205-F-1989 Pinar Karsiyaka Turkey
21Arnas Berucka 196-SG-1997 Wolves Lithuania
22Eimantas Bendzius 207-F-1990 Sassari Italy
24Gabas Maldunas 205-F-1993 Lietkabelis Lithuania
30Kristupas Zemaitis 192-G-1996 Wolves Lithuania
77Mantas Rubstavicius 198-SG-2002 Lietkabelis Lithuania

Kestutis Kemzura Head Coach Petkim Turkey
Benas Matkevicius Assistant
Giedrius Zibenas Assistant Rytas Lithuania


NKL Round 9 (Second Stage): Last-ranked Neptunas-Akv. beat Stekas - by Eurobasket News
Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Bottom-ranked Neptunas-Akv. managed to get a seventh victory on Thursday night. This time they edged eighth-ranked Stekas in Klaipeda 90-89. Neptunas-Akv. looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. 24 personal fouls committed by Stekas helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was Gabrielius Mazeika (206-2003, agency: BIG) who scored 25 points and 7 rebounds. Kristupas Keinys (202-2004) chipped in 19 points and 10 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was swingman Tadas Rinkunas (195-1991) who recorded 20 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Neptunas-Akv. maintains fourteenth place with 7-27 record. Newly promoted Stekas keeps the eighth position with 19 games lost. Neptunas-Akv. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Stekas will play at home against Palanga (#13) and is hoping to win this game.
Leader Suduva-Mantinga delivered the twenty eighth victory. This time they crushed 6th ranked Silute (14-19) 86-57 in Marijampole. It was a good game for Aurelijus Pukelis (205-1994) who led his team to a victory with 21 points and 6 rebounds. Zygimantas Simonis contributed with 13 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Canadian guard Jalen Warren (188-1999, college: UIC) answered with 10 points and 5 rebounds for Silute. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Suduva-Mantinga maintains first place with 28-6 record. Silute lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 19 games lost. They share it with Delikatesas. Suduva-Mantinga will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Silute will play at home against Atletas (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Kaunas was also quite interesting. Second ranked Telsiai (26-8) played at the court of 7th ranked Atletas (14-20). Telsiai defeated Atletas 87-74 on Thursday. Rolandas Jakstas stepped up and scored 22 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. The best for the losing side was Paulius Danisevicius with 19 points and 5 assists. Telsiai maintains second place with 26-8 record having just two points less than leader Stekas. Atletas at the other side keeps the seventh position with 20 games lost. They share it with Rytas 2. Telsiai will meet at home Vytis (#5) in the next round. Atletas will play against Silute and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Other games of round 9 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Mazeikiai was defeated by Vytis in Sakiai 99-95. Palanga was beaten by Kretinga at home 66-79. Delikatesas was destroyed by Rytas 2 on the opponent's court 112-75.
The best stats of 9th round was 16 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists by Andreas Kalogiros of Rytas 2.



Neptunas-Akv. - Stekas 90-89

Bottom-ranked Neptunas-Akv. managed to get a seventh victory on Thursday night. This time they edged eighth-ranked Stekas in Klaipeda 90-89. Neptunas-Akv. looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. 24 personal fouls committed by Stekas helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was Gabrielius Mazeika (206-2003, agency: BIG) who scored 25 points and 7 rebounds. Kristupas Keinys (202-2004) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was swingman Tadas Rinkunas (195-1991) who recorded 20 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists and point guard Paulius Semaska (184-1993) added 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Neptunas-Akv. maintains fourteenth place with 7-27 record. Newly promoted Stekas keeps the eighth position with 19 games lost. Neptunas-Akv. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Stekas will play at home against Palanga (#13) and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Neptunas-Akv.: M.Gabrielius 25+7reb+1ast, K.Kristupas 19+10reb+2ast, L.Gediminas 14+5reb+2ast, A.Sidarevicius 13+3reb+11ast, R.Matas 8+6reb+3ast, B.Aringas 5+5reb
Stekas: T.Rinkunas 20+5reb+9ast, M.Serksnas 17+3reb+3ast, P.Semaska 15+5reb+4ast, J.Sinica 10+9reb+4ast, B.Matas 9+1reb, K.Brusokas 8+10reb+1ast
gschID: 1057675


Atletas - Telsiai 74-87

The game in Kaunas was also quite interesting. Second ranked Telsiai (26-8) played at the court of 7th ranked Atletas (14-20). Telsiai defeated Atletas 87-74 on Thursday. Telsiai forced 20 Atletas turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Forward Rolandas Jakstas (202-1992) stepped up and scored 22 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and center Mindaugas Norkus (200-1985) chipped in 17 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Five Telsiai players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was point guard Paulius Danisevicius (178-1995, agency: BIG) with 19 points and 5 assists and Tomas Balciunas (204-2000) scored 15 points. Telsiai maintains second place with 26-8 record having just two points less than leader Stekas. Atletas at the other side keeps the seventh position with 20 games lost. They share it with Rytas 2. Telsiai will meet at home Vytis (#5) in the next round. Atletas will play against Silute and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Telsiai: R.Jakstas 22+6reb+2ast, M.Norkus 17+7reb+3ast, I.Razutis 14+9ast, L.Kaveckis 14+1reb+2ast, D.Rasys 13+4reb+4ast, E.Bruzas 5+6reb+2ast
Atletas: P.Danisevicius 19+2reb+5ast, T.Balciunas 15+3reb+2ast, M.Kuprijanovas 12+4reb, B.Tautvydas 9+4reb, V.Edas 7+3reb, G.Rokas 4+1reb
gschID: 1057676


Suduva-Mantinga - Silute 86-57

Leader Suduva-Mantinga delivered the twenty eighth victory. This time they crushed 6th ranked Silute (14-19) 86-57 in Marijampole. It was a good game for Aurelijus Pukelis (205-1994) who led his team to a victory with 21 points and 6 rebounds. Zygimantas Simonis (194-1995) contributed with 13 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Five Suduva-Mantinga players scored in double figures. Canadian guard Jalen Warren (188-1999, college: UIC) answered with 10 points and 5 rebounds and center Povilas Gaidys (206-1991, college: Southeastern) added 14 points in the effort for Silute. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Suduva-Mantinga maintains first place with 28-6 record. Silute lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 19 games lost. They share it with Delikatesas. Suduva-Mantinga will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Silute will play at home against Atletas (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Suduva-Mantinga: A.Pukelis 21+6reb, Z.Simonis 13+6reb+3ast, P.Beliavicius 11+1reb+2ast, E.Dziaugys 11+7reb+2ast, T.Kliucinykas 10+1reb+2ast, M.Uzupis 10+6reb+4ast
Silute: P.Gaidys 14+3reb, J.Alexander 12+3reb, J.Warren 10+5reb+3ast, Y.Balaban 6+7reb, J.Liesis 4+3reb+1ast, D.Anuzis 3+1reb+1ast
gschID: 1057677


Vytis - Mazeikiai 99-95

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Sakiai where 4th placed Mazeikiai (21-13) was defeated by fifth ranked Vytis (20-14) 99-95 on Thursday. Vytis made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Augustinas Mikstas (203-2001, agency: Octagon Europe) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 14 rebounds for the winners and point guard Titas Janusevicius (188-2001) chipped in 24 points and 5 assists. Vytis' coach Erikas Kuciauskas used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was point guard Sarunas Valunta (192-2000) with 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Karolis Guscikas (206-1992, agency: BIG) scored 17 points and 9 rebounds. Four Vytis and five Mazeikiai players scored in double figures. Vytis maintains fifth place with 20-14 record. Loser Mazeikiai keeps the fourth position with 13 games lost. Vytis will meet league's second-placed Telsiai on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Mazeikiai will play against Zalgiris II and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Vytis: J.Titas 24+2reb+5ast, M.Augustinas 22+14reb+1ast, R.Maciulis 14+2reb+3ast, K.Kokoska 12+3reb, E.Zilius 11+5reb+2ast, E.Jonkus 9+9ast
Mazeikiai: S.Valunta 19+6reb+4ast, K.Guscikas 17+9reb, A.Jomantas 14+7reb+3ast, K.Babusis 13+2reb+2ast, S.Jasaitis 12+8reb+2ast, R.Jokubas 11+5ast
gschID: 1057678


Palanga - Kretinga 66-79

There was a small surprise when thirteenth ranked Kretinga (13-21) defeated on the road 11th ranked Palanga (13-21) 79-66 on Thursday. Ukrainian swingman Maksym Lutsenko (188-1993, agency: BIG) stepped up and scored 20 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners and guard Martynas Mazeika (193-1985, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 16 points and 5 assists. The best for the losing side was American guard Dee Franklin (196-1992, college: FVSU) with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds and the other American import point guard Zac Owens (180-1998, college: Bethel, IN) scored 22 points. 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. Kretinga moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with defeated Palanga. Kretinga will meet at home higher ranked Rytas 2 (#10) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Palanga will play against Stekas in Vilnius and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kretinga: M.Lutsenko 20+4reb+1ast, M.Mazeika 16+4reb+5ast, R.Nacius 12+6reb+1ast, E.Danys 10+1reb+1ast, M.Jurkaitis 7+1reb+7ast, O.Misyats 6+3reb+2ast
Palanga: Z.Owens 22+2ast, J.Ernestas 13+2reb+2ast, D.Franklin 13+10reb+2ast, B.Tadas 10+7reb+3ast, T.Kymantas 5, L.Mantas 2+1reb+1ast
gschID: 1057679


Rytas 2 - Delikatesas 112-75

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Vilnius where 9th ranked Delikatesas (14-19) was rolled over by tenth ranked Rytas 2 (14-20) 112-75 on Thursday. Rytas 2 outrebounded Delikatesas 48-29 including a 38-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 17 long-distance shots on high 53.1 percentage. Rytas 2 looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Delikatesas' players. Greek Andreas Kalogiros (198-2002) stepped up and scored 16 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners and Adas Simonis (192-2001) chipped in 22 points. Rytas 2's coach Andrius Slezas felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was American Darion Rackley (187-1992, college: JSU) with 11 points and 7 rebounds and Vilius Valuntonis (202-2002) scored 14 points and 4 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Rytas 2 moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Atletas. Loser Delikatesas dropped to the sixth position with 19 games lost. They share it with Silute. Rytas 2 will meet Kretinga (#12) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Delikatesas will play against Vilkaviskis (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Rytas 2: A.Simonis 22+3ast, K.Andreas 16+9reb+6ast, K.Augustinas 16+4reb+1ast, S.Kristupas 16+2ast, V.Lukas 15+7reb+2ast, A.Adomavicius 12+6reb+7ast
Delikatesas: V.Vilius 14+2reb+4ast, S.Kulevicius 13+3reb+2ast, B.Corey 11+4reb+1ast, D.Rackley 11+7reb+2ast, F.Salsamendi 10+6reb+3ast, M.Ugnius 6+1reb+2ast
gschID: 1057680




Sopron KC inks Maliek White, ex Neptunas - by Arnold Beres
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Sopron-KC (A Division) agreed terms with 24-year old American guard Maliek White (190cm-86kg-1998, college: Providence, agency: Mansfield and Associates). White started the season at Neptunas in Lithuanian LKL league. In 14 games he had 5.0ppg, 1.7rpg and 2.6apg.
He has played previously professionally in Georgia (Rustavi) and Hungary (Kormend).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he played in the final of Hungarian League in 2022. White was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Hungarian League Honorable Mention in 2022.
He graduated from Providence College in 2020 and it is his third season as a professional player.

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2025 Asia Cup Pre-Qualifiers: Malaysia defeat Singapore in Group F opener - by Eurobasket News
Malaysia - Singapore 75:69

Malaysia defeated Singapore 75-69 in Group F opener of the 2025 Asia Cup Pre-Qualifiers. Trailing 14-15 first in the opening period and then 7 points at the halftime, Malaysia took control of the game in the second half. They replied with a 26-21 run in the third quarter and closed the game with a final 22-14 rally.
Yi-Hou Wong (195-F-1996) top-scored for the winners with 22 points and Chun-Hong Ting (193-G-1996) netted 16. Xian-Fu Ooi (188-SG-2000) followed them with 13 points in a win. Shi-Yu Ng (197-F-2000) replied with 17 points in defeat and Justen Chiam (177-G-2002) netted 12.

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Culiacan adds Kirk to their roster - by Eurobasket News
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Caballeros-de-Culiacan (CIBACOPA) added to their roster 23-year old American guard Teyvion Kirk (193cm-84kg-1999, college: UIC, agency: Verus Management) for new 2023 season. Kirk just played at Ohio 1804 (Ohio Alumni) (The Basketball Tournament) in the U.S.
He has played also professionally in Qatar (Al Wakrah).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team won Qatari League Regular Season in 2022. Kirk was voted to MAC All-Freshman Team back in 2018.
He graduated from University of Illinois at Chicago in 2021 and it will be his second season as a professional player.

Mitchell is back at Los Mochis, ex Kolin - by Eurobasket News
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Pioneros-de-Los-Mochis (CIBACOPA) signed 31-year old American power forward John Mitchell (208cm-102kg-1991, college: Virginia Union) for upcoming 2023 season. It is actually his comeback to Pioneros Los Mochis as he has played here before. Mitchell just played at BK Geosan Kolin in NBL league in Czech Republic.
Mitchell has played on three different continents (Europe, Latin America and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Georgia (Cactus), United Kingdom (Newcastle Eagles) and Mexico (Correcaminos and Cerveceros).
His team was regular season runner-up in Georgian League in 2018.
Mitchell graduated from Virginia Union University in 2017 and it will be his sixth season as a professional player.

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MONTENEGRO  
Posusje signs Radoje Vujosevic - by Arnold Beres
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HKK-Posusje (Division I) signed 33-year old Montenegrin ex-international center Radoje Vujosevic (210cm-94kg-1989, agency: Interperformances). Vujosevic started the season at CS SCM Timisoara in Romanian Liga Nationala. But in four games he had just 1.0ppg. He also played 5 games in Alpe Adria Cup where he recorded only 1.2ppg and 1.4rpg.
Vujosevic was a member of Montenegrin international program for some years. He was called to Montenegrin Senior National Team between 2015 and 2018 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2008.
Vujosevic has played previously professionally in Montenegro (Mornar, Buducnost, KK Mornar Bar 2nd team and Sutjeska) and North Macedonia (Kumanovo). He won Montenegrin League championship title in 2014 and 2018 and made it to the cup final in 2010, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020 and 2021. Vujosevic was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Montenegrin League Honorable Mention back in 2014 and 2015.

Rochestie comes back to Le Mans - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu
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Le-Mans-Sarthe-Basket (Betclic ELITE ProA) inked experienced 37-year old Montenegrin-American ex-international 186cm point guard Taylor Rochestie (college: WSU). It is actually his comeback to Le Mans as he has played here before. Rochestie started the season at Shandong Heroes in Chinese CBA league. In 13 games he recorded 11.4ppg, 2.3rpg and 4.5apg.
He also represented Montenegro at the Qualifications to European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) 2015 nine years ago. His stats at that event were 6 games: 11.0ppg, 1.5rpg, 4.3apg, FGP: 59.5%, 3PT: 21.1%.
Rochestie is a very experienced player. He has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to nine different countries on three different continents (Europe, Asia and of course North America). Rochestie has played previously professionally also in Germany (ALBA Berlin and BG Goettingen), Greece (Olympiacos), Israel (Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Haifa), Italy (Mens Sana and Biella), Russia (BC Nizhny Novgorod and Lokomotiv), Serbia (Crvena Zvezda), Spain (Baskonia), Turkey (Galatasaray) and China (Pioneers, Sturgeons and Anhui Wenyi). His team made it to the VTB United League Semifinals in 2015 and 2017.
Among many awards he was voted to Asia-Basket.com All-Chinese CBA Honorable Mention in 2022.
It may be one of last seasons in his extensive career, which he may end at Le Mans.
He graduated from Washington State University in 2009 and it is his 14th (!!!) season in pro basketball.
His game is described as: A "first look for the pass" kind of player who improved his playing experience on the European courts. Now, he s a classic PG, with great leadership and court vision, who can easily score, if needed.

Montenegrin National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
#s#
Andrija Slavkovic
Slavkovic
Emir Hadzibegovic
Hadzibegovic
Zoran Nikolic
Nikolic
Petar Popovic
Popovic
Kendrick Perry
Perry
#e#5
2Aleksa Ilic 203-PF-1996 Buducnost Montenegro
7Andrija Slavkovic 201-F/G-1999 SC Derby Montenegro
8Emir Hadzibegovic 204-PF-1996 SC Derby Montenegro
11Nemanja Radovic 208-F/C-1991 Murcia Spain
22Igor Drobnjak 188-PG-2000 Buducnost Montenegro
14Andrija Grbovic 207-F-2003 Mega BG Serbia
18Milutin Djukanovic 188-PG-1991 Lovcen Montenegro
19Zoran Nikolic 212-C-1996 Le Portel France
21Radosav Spasojevic 204-F/C-1992 Krka Slovenia
30Petar Popovic 195-PG-1996 Buducnost Montenegro
44Fedor Zugic 196-SG-2003 Ulm Germany
55Kendrick Perry 183-PG-1992 Unicaja Spain

Bosko Radovic Head Coach
Vladimir Todorovic Assistant Buducnost Montenegro


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NAIA  
McBeth out as Head Men's Basketball Coach at Friends U - by Eurobasket News
Friends University VP of Athletics & Strategic Expansion Dr. Rob Ramseyer has announced that the men's basketball program will be going in a different direction at head coach for the 2023-24 season. 'We thank Austin McBeth for his contributions as head coach during the past two seasons to our men's basketball program,' said Ramseyer. 'His commitment to our mission did not go unnoticed, and we wish nothing but the best going forward for him and his family.' McBeth arrived on campus for the 2020-21 season following a stint as head assistant coach for NCAA D-II Truman State University. In his debut season, McBeth coached two All-KCAC performers and a pair of all-freshman members. Friends University has selected the team of Dr. Kurt Patberg and Jeremy Capo with Mammoth Sports Consulting to lead the search.
Courtesy of: friendsathletics.com
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NBA  
Stats Leaders
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Doncic_Luka_1

Dallas M.
(201-G-1999)
Avg: 33.2

Doncic
33.2
Embiid
33.0
Antetokounmpo
31.8
Lillard
31.4
Gilgeous-A.
31.0
Jokic has triple-double, Nuggets beat Cavaliers 115-109 - by Eurobasket News
Nikola Jokic (7'0''-C-1995, agency: BeoBasket) began his final push for a possible third straight MVP by getting yet another triple-double. This season, that means another Denver win. Jokic had 24 points, 18 rebounds and 13 assists for his NBA-leading 22nd triple-double and Michael Porter Jr. (6'10''-PF-1998, college: Missouri) scored 25, leading the Nuggets to a 115-109 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday night. Jokic's 13th triple-double in 16 games helped the Western Conference-leading Nuggets come out of the All-Star break with an impressive road win over the Cavs, who dropped to 25-7 at home. The Nuggets improved to 22-0 when Jokic gets a triple-double. 'He's the MVP,' Nuggets coach Michael Malone said about his star center. 'When the MVP goes out and puts up a triple-double, it means a lot. He is a historically great player.' There was no argument from the Cavs. 'I thought we had him contained until I looked up (at the scoreboard),' Cavs star Donovan Mitchell said. 'The bigs did a good but then in the second half he was the aggressor in different ways. 'Look at what he and (Sixers star Joel) Embiid are doing on a nightly basis. It's next level. It's impressive and I think it's going to come down to those two. Hell of a player.' Evan Mobley (7'0''-PF-2001, college: USC) scored 31 points, but zero in the fourth quarter for Cleveland, which had its chances down the stretch. Mitchell and Darius Garland (6'2''-G-2000, college: Vanderbilt) had 22 points apiece and Jarrett Allen (6'11''-C-1998, college: Texas) added 14 points and 13 rebounds for the Cavs. Porter made two 3-pointers and Jokic dropped another as the Nuggets went on a 13-4 run to take a 114-109 lead with 2:15 left. Cleveland then missed shots on its next three possessions - Mitchell twice misfired - allowing Denver to escape with a win in a game that had playoff intensity. Jamal Murray (6'4''-SG-1997, college: Kentucky) returned to Denver's lineup after missing six games due to soreness in his right knee. He had 16 points and nine assists. Reggie Jackson (6'3''-PG-1990, college: Boston Coll.), making his debut with Denver after being signed last week, ended the third quarter by making a 55-foot shot to pull the Nuggets to 91-89. Jackson was recently waived by Charlotte after being acquired from the Clippers in a trade deadline deal.
Courtesy of: apnews.com

Harden, Embiid, Harris rally 76ers past Grizzlies 110-105 - by Eurobasket News
Joel Embiid (7'0''-C/F-1994, college: Kansas) slogged through illness and even played the rare role of victim on a dunk attempt. With a few big buckets and his own one-handed stuff of Ja Morant (6'3''-G-1999, college: Murray St.), Embiid ultimately showed why it's never good to count out The Big Man. Tobias Harris (6'9''-F-1992, college: Tennessee) sank the go-ahead 3-pointer with 39 seconds left, James Harden (6'5''-SG-1989, college: Arizona St.) scored 31 points, and Embiid had 27 points and 19 rebounds to help the Philadelphia 76ers storm back and beat the Memphis Grizzlies 110-105 on Thursday night. Embiid made 3 of 5 shots in the fourth - including the tying bucket that made it 100-all - to rally the Sixers from deficits of 17 points in the first half and 12 in the third. ''If you took away his offense, what else did he do?'' coach Doc Rivers said with a laugh. Try six blocks. Six assists. Oh, and 17 defensive rebounds. Go ahead, throw in 13 of 17 free throws. ''That tells you just how great the guy is,'' Rivers said. The 76ers shrugged off three of their worst quarters of the season to turn in a fantastic fourth that nearly shook the arena with each clutch bucket. ''The arena was so loud, it was like playoff basketball right here,'' Harris said. ''We need this to prepare us, get us ready.'' The Sixers won for the fifth time this season when trailing by 15 or more points. Embiid said he had to ''keep being a monster'' defensively when the ball wasn't dropping on offense. ''I always think two-way is better than one-way,'' Embiid said. ''In those type of nights, to be able to have an impact when you don't have anything going on offensively, I think is nice.'' Harden buried a 3 to get the run rolling and Harris sank two free throws, then made a 3 that pulled Philly within 99-98. Embiid, who finished 7 of 25 from the floor, tied it at 100-all on a jumper. Jaren Jackson Jr. hit a pair of tough buckets at the rim to put Memphis back ahead by four. Harden, though, hit one of his six 3-pointers, Harris made it 106-105 with his 3, and Embiid scooped a loose ball for a dunk that sealed the comeback. Harris finished with 20 points. ''We've had a lot of games likes this where we get off to slow starts and have to make a comeback,'' Harris said. The Grizzlies stumbled before the All-Star break, losing eight of nine before a 3-1 streak to end the first half. Desmond Bane (6'6''-G-1998, college: TCU) scored 25 points, Jackson had 18 and Morant 15 for the Grizzlies. ''There's going to be struggles. There's going to be adverse moments throughout the season,'' Memphis coach Taylor Jenkins said. ''We've got to learn to get better from it. We found a way to win a couple of games going into the break, kind of on our terms.'' Embiid had a non-COVID illness that perhaps played a role in one of his worst first halves in recent memory. He most recently played in Sunday's All-Star Game, scoring 32 points in 27 minutes. Whatever the reason, Embiid missed his first six shots and Sixers fans booed when he tossed up a 28-foot airball in the second quarter. He was 2 of 14 for nine points in the half. Embiid entered second in the NBA in scoring at 33.1 points on 54% shooting from the floor. ''He's human,'' Rivers said. ''I think most of the shots he liked.'' Maybe not when he drove down the lane for a thunderous one-handed dunk attempt that was soundly rejected by Jackson and led to a Memphis bucket for a 52-35 lead. The block encapsulated how badly Memphis had its way with the Sixers. ''We had nothing,'' Rivers said. Bane hit four 3s and scored 19 points in the first quarter. He had 21 at the half and the Grizzlies raced to an early 17-point lead. It just wasn't enough against the Harris-Embiid-Harden trio.
Courtesy of: cbssports.com


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NBA G LEAGUE  
Stats Leaders
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Boston_Brandon1_1

Ontario
(198-G/F-2001)
Avg: 24.2

Boston Jr.
24.2
Cooper
24.1
Pippen Jr.
23.7
York
23.3
Scrubb
23.3
Hustle Use Strong Fourth Quarter to Defeat G League Ignite - by Eurobasket News
The Memphis Hustle (15-5), the NBA G League affiliate of the Memphis Grizzlies, defeated the G League Ignite (7-12) 116-114 on Thursday night as the Hustle won the first game of a back-to-back at Landers Center. Kenneth Lofton Jr. (6'7''-F-2002, college: Louisiana Tech) notched his ninth double-double of the regular season, finishing with 26 points and 12 rebounds. On assignment from the Grizzlies, Jake LaRavia (6'9''-G/F-2001, college: Wake Forest) notched 20 points including 15 in the first quarter. Ziaire Williams (6'8''-SF-2001, college: Stanford) scored 17 points and five rebounds. Matt Hurt (6'9''-F-2000, college: Duke) totaled 22 points and seven rebounds off the bench. Terrell Brown Jr. (6'3''-G-1998, college: Washington) tallied 12 points and four assists. Jacob Gilyard dished out 11 assists, marking his 11th game with double-digit assists. Sidy Cissoko (6'6''-PG-2004) scored a career-high 23 points to go along with six rebounds and six assists. Scoot Henderson (6'3''-G-2004) finished with his second double-double of the season scoring 20 points to go along with 14 assists and seven rebounds. Leonard Miller (6'11''-F-2003) notched his eighth double-double of the season with 18 points and 14 rebounds. John Jenkins (6'4''-G-1991, college: Vanderbilt) added 18 points, making 3 of 11 attempts from beyond the arc. Mojave King chipped in 15 points off the bench for the Ignite. The Ignite jumped out to an early eight-point lead, before a 31-14 run that extended into the second quarter saw the Hustle build their lead to 18 in the first half. The Ignite closed the first half on a 12-4 run, with a 26-12 run in the third quarter fueling them to a five-point lead heading into the fourth quarter. The Hustle defense locked in throughout the final frame, going on a 17-8 run to come back and secure the victory. Lofton Jr. made the go-ahead layup with 1:45 remaining to start a 6-0 run that gave Memphis a 116-111 lead with 10 seconds left on the clock. The Hustle won the fourth quarter 28-21. The Hustle had 23 assists on 37 made field goals. Memphis was able to score 19 points off 12 Ignite turnovers. The Hustle added 32 points from the free throw line, compared to just eight points for the Ignite. The win extended the Hustle win streak to five games, and the team has won for the sixth time in its last seven games. The Hustle and Ignite will meet again tomorrow at 7 p.m. to wrap up the back-to-back series in Southaven.
Courtesy of: oursportscentral.com



905 Defeated in the Windy City - by Eurobasket News
Raptors 905 (9-9), the NBA G League affiliate of the Toronto Raptors, were defeated by the Windy City Bulls (9-11) 110-114 Wednesday evening. Raptors' assignee Dalano Banton (6'7''-F-1999, college: Nebraska) led the 905 with 16 points, five rebounds, 10 assists, one block, and two steals. Windy City was led by Carlik Jones (6'1''-PG-1997, college: Louisville) who had a near triple-double with 28 points, nine rebounds, 12 assists, and a steal in the victory. The two teams exchanged baskets in the opening, but a 13-4 run gave Windy City the 10-point advantage going into the second. Down as many as 14 points early in the frame, the visitors fought back forcing three turnovers in a row, leading to an 8-0 run. Banton gave the 905 their first lead of the ball game with 2:02 left on the clock before the two teams closed out the half tied at 62. The conference foes played a near evenly matched third quarter, but Windy City was able to hold onto the two-point lead going into the final frame. The two teams stayed neck-and-neck throughout the fourth quarter, but a pair of free throws sealed the game for the Bulls. The 905 saw complementary scoring from Darryl Morsell (6'5''-G-1999, college: Marquette) who had a career-high 18 points, four rebounds, three blocks, and a steal. The Bulls were paced by Henri Drell (6'9''-SG-2000) who added 18 points, seven rebounds, three assists, and four steals. The two teams complete their season series Thursday evening, tip-off slated for 8 pm.
Courtesy of: oursportscentral.com

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NCAA1  
Stats Leaders - NCAA1
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Cooper_Hannah

ORU
(170-G-)
Avg: 20.3

Cooper
20.3
Borowicz
20.1
Larkins
17.6
Selland
16.0
Hamling
16.0
No. 18 UConn uses big second half to beat Providence 87-69 - by Eurobasket News
Jordan Hawkins (6'5''-G) scored 20 points and No. 18 UConn beat No. 20 Providence 87-69 on Wednesday night to split the regular-season series between the New England rivals. Adama Sanogo (6'9''-F-2002) and Alex Karaban (6'8''-F) each added 16 points for the Huskies (21-7, 10-7 Big East), who won for the fifth time in their last six games. Tristen Newton (6'5''-G) had 12 points, seven rebounds and seven assists. Bryce Hopkins (6'7''-F) scored 16 points and Jared Bynum (5'10''-PG) had 14 for the Friars (20-8, 12-5), who fell two games behind Marquette in the race for the Big East's regular-season title. UConn led by just five at halftime, but outscored Providence 50-37 in the second half. UConn scored the final five points of the first half and Hawkins had the first five points of the second to turn a tie game into a 10-point lead at 42-32. Providence responded a short time later with a 7-0 run to cut the lead to two points. But the Huskies held the Friars without a basket for more than five minutes and built the lead to 17 with a 14-0 run. The Huskies dominated the paint, outscoring the Friars 42-24 down low and outrebounding Providence 40-20. This was the first time in the 77-game history of the rivalry that both teams were ranked when they faced each other. UConn is now 46-31 all-time against Friars, but had lost three of the last four meetings, including 73-61 on Jan. 4.
Courtesy of: yahoo.com



Illini overcomes 18 point deficit, beats Northwestern, 66-62 - by Eurobasket News
The Fighting Illini lived up to their nickname on Thursday night, coming from 18 points down to beat #21 Northwestern 66-62 in Champaign, IL. The Wildcats led 37-19 after the first half thanks to 22 points from Boo Buie (6'2''-G-2000). Illinois started out the second half hot and eventually got the game tied at 59-59 on Sincere Harris' basket. The real hero was Terrence Shannon Jr. (6'6''-G-2000) He scored 24 of his 26 points in the second half, including the go ahead bucket with 1:13 to go in the game. The win gives Illinois a season record of 19-9 and 10-7 in Big Ten play. Buie ended up with a game high 35 points for Northwestern.
Courtesy of: fox2now.com



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NEW ZEALAND  
New Zealand National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center
Starting five
#s#
Taylor Britt
Britt
Ethan Rusbatch
Rusbatch
Tohi Smith-Milner
Smith-Milner
Jordan Ngatai
Ngatai
Hyrum Harris
Harris
#e#5
1Reuben Te Rangi 198-F/G-1994 SE Melbourne Australia
5Taylor Britt 187-G-1996 Rams New Zealand
7Nikau McCullough 190-G-1997 Nuggets New Zealand
9Walter Brown 190-G Tasmania JJ Australia
10Richard Rodger 193-G-1997 Airs New Zealand
12Ethan Rusbatch 196-G/F-1992 FiberXers Philippines
16Tohi Smith-Milner 205-F-1995 SE Melbourne Australia
20Jordan Ngatai 196-F-1993 Hawks New Zealand
21Samuel Waardenburg 208-F-1999 Cairns Australia
22Hyrum Harris 198-F-1996 Adelaide Australia
24Tyrell Harrison 213-C-1999 Brisbane Australia
42Isaac Fotu 203-PF-1993 Tochigi Brex Japan

Pero Cameron Head Coach
Michael Fitchett Assistant Giants New Zealand
Daryl Cartwright Assistant


Fringe Tall Blacks shine in Saudi Arabia rout as World Cup selection gets tougher - by Eurobasket News
Pero Cameron is going to have some sleepless nights trying to whittle down his Tall Blacks' squad for the Fiba World Cup. Missing a stack of frontline players, the Tall Blacks ran out convincing 110-63 victors over Saudi Arabia in Christchurch on Friday night in their penultimate Asia-Oceania zone qualifying game. The Tall Blacks have already qualified for the World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Indonesia, Japan, and the Philippines in late August-early September. Cutting his squad down to 12 for the global event will be a challenging job for head coach Cameron - especially when you consider the players not at his disposal for this window. When you add in the Webster brothers, Corey and Tai, Shea Ili, Rob Loe, Finn Delany, Yanni Wetzell, among others, the Tall Blacks have some healthy selection headaches. To think how strong they could be if Kiwi NBA star Steven Adams became available and was to suit up. 'I think it's a good thing having a lot of choices,' Cameron said. 'We've still got a lot of things to navigate in front of us. It's February and we're still finishing off the Aussie league and then our New Zealand league starts, so you've got all of that and we start to come together that last week of the [New Zealand] NBL finals, so it's exciting, and it's close, and we've still got to wait on a few things.' You wouldn't have known the Tall Blacks were missing a bunch of their key personnel on Friday - through the looming Australian NBL grand final series, unavailability, and injury. These sides last met in Saudi Arabia in August with the Tall Blacks prevailing 80-65, but it was much easier for the hosts on Friday on home soil - crushing them by 47 points. It was just the bounce back performance Cameron and the side would have been targeting after losing both away fixtures to Jordan and Lebanon in November. 'We had a little talk about it and kind of thought about our last tour where we lost two games and I don't think we've ever lost three in a row, so that was really tough to swallow the last window,' Cameron said. 'It showed in some of the boys and the way our assistant coaches and staff went about it. We knew we needed to get this win.' The Tall Blacks put on an offensive clinic, scoring 110 points on 65% shooting from the field (42/65) and 46% from three point range (12/26). New Zealand made a red-hot start, landing 12 of 16 from the field in the first quarter (75%) to establish a 36-16 lead by the end of the opening 10 minutes. Christchurch lad Ethan Rusbatch (196-G/F-1992, college: Lincoln Trail), back in his hometown, put on a show early, dancing through the Saudi defence and hitting the bucket. Rusbatch a product of Cashmere High School, then drained two threes, helping himself to 10 first quarter points on perfect 4/4 shooting in front of family and friends. Rusbatch, who hasn't missed a game in qualifying, finished with a game high 21 points on 8/11 shooting, including 5/7 from deep - a performance that will have only enhanced his reputation as he pushes for a World Cup spot. By halftime, the Tall Blacks were in complete control, leading by 32 points (65-33) after shooting 23/33 (70%) from the floor in the first half. The Tall Blacks will get a better indication where they're at when they face Group E leaders Lebanon (7-1) in Wellington on Monday, who beat them 77-65 in November. Saudi Arabia, who sit fifth in Group E and had won just two of their eight games, produced some physical play to open the game. They struggled to slow down the Kiwis on offence though, who did a superb job finding the open man and getting strong looks. Fresh off an encouraging ANBL rookie season with the Cairns Taipans, Samuel Waardenburg (208-F-1999, college: Miami, FL), who linked with the national side in Christchurch on Wednesday, made his international debut in the first quarter. Waardenburg was heavily involved, throwing down a dunk in the second term and finishing strongly at the hoop on several occasions. The 24-year-old had a Tall Blacks' debut to remember, notching 17 points, eight rebounds, and three assists in 22 minutes on court.
Courtesy of: stuff.co.nz

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NICARAGUA  
Nicaraguan National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center
Starting five
#s#
Dalton Cacho
Cacho
Bartel Lopez
Lopez
Jared Ruiz
Ruiz
Francisco Garth
Garth
Romario Ponce
Ponce
#e#5
2Kaleb Bernard 201-F-2004
4Sharlon Hodgson 183-PG-1994 Real Esteli Nicaragua
7Dalton Cacho 200-PF-1993 Brumas Nicaragua
11Andy Perez 200-C-1999 Real Esteli Nicaragua
16Farell Pauth 180-PG-1999
23Bartel Lopez 213-C-1989 Real Esteli Nicaragua
24Jared Ruiz 188-G-1992 Real Esteli Nicaragua
28Troy Andrews 193-PF-2001 San Judas Nicaragua
29Francisco Garth 195-G/F-1999 Real Esteli Nicaragua
34Walter Diaz 179-SG-1989 Leon Nicaragua
35Josmel Martinez 198-F-1999 Leones Nicaragua
77Romario Ponce 180-PG-1995 Jaguares Nicaragua

David Rosario Head Coach Real Esteli Nicaragua


2025 FIBA AmeriCup Pre-Qualifiers: Nicaragua open the campaign with the win over Honduras - by Eurobasket News
Nicaragua - Honduras 91:65

Nicaragua opened the campaign with the win over Honduras, 91-65. Nicaragua dominated the whole game and posted wins in all the quarters.
Jared Ruiz (188-G-1992) led the home side with 21 points in Managua. Josmel Martinez (198-F, college: Broward CC) followed him with 13, whilst Francisco Garth (195-G/F-1999) netted 12. Francisco Forbs and Denneson Lucas (199-F-2000) answered with 13 points each in a loss. Carlos Dionicio ended up with 10 points for Honduras.

2025 FIBA AmeriCup Pre-Qualifiers: Nicaragua achieve another win in Managua - by Eurobasket News
Guatemala - Nicaragua 59:77

Nicaragua achieved another win in Managua at the 2025 FIBA AmeriCup Pre-Qualifiers. They overcame Guatemala 77-59 with a strong first half. Nicaragua started the game with a 22-11 run and added a massive 21-10 surge in the second period. Guatemala replied with an 18-13 run in the third period, whilst Nicaragua closed the game with a narrow 21-20 rally.
Jared Ruiz (188-G-1992) top-scored for the winners with 18 points and Romario Ponce (180-PG-1995) nailed 12. Sharlon Hodgson (183-PG-1994) delivered 11, whilst Francisco Garth (195-G/F-1999) had 10. Helmuth Esquivel replied with 18 points and 20 rebounds in a loss.

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NORTH MACEDONIA  
North Macedonian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
#s#
Bojan Krstevski
Krstevski
TJ Shorts
Shorts
Vojdan Stojanovski
Stojanovski
Stojan Gjuroski
Gjuroski
Damjan Robev
Robev
#e#5
0Bojan Krstevski 206-F/C-1989 MZT Skopje North Macedonia
0TJ Shorts 175-PG-1997 Bonn Germany
5Kristijan Nikolov 187-PG-1996 Konyaspor Turkey
8Vojdan Stojanovski 194-G/F-1987 MZT Skopje North Macedonia
9Andrej Magdevski 192-PG-1996 Groningen Holland
10Adem Mekic 197-G/F-1995 Timisoara Romania
11Stojan Gjuroski 203-F-1991 Ourense Spain
15Teodor Simikj 215-C-2004 Barca Spain
20Damjan Robev 195-G/F-1997 MZT Skopje North Macedonia
22Andrej Maslinko 208-F/C-1997 Pelister North Macedonia
27Lejson Zekjiri 207-F-2001 Prishtina Kosovo
99Strahil Nikolov 200-PF-2000 TFT North Macedonia

Aleksandar Jonchevski Head Coach
Nikola Vasilev Assistant Dzukija Lithuania
Nikola Velev Assistant TFT North Macedonia


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NORWAY  
Norwegian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
#s#
Chris-Ebou Ndow
Ndow
Harald Frey
Frey
Karamo Jawara
Jawara
Stian Mjoes
Mjoes
Sjur Dyb Berg
Dyb Berg
#e#5
0Jorgen Odfjell 197-G-2000 Gimle Norway
5Chris-Ebou Ndow 201-F-1993 Den Bosch Holland
7Harald Frey 188-PG-1997 Goettingen Germany
8Bouna N'Diaye 198-G-1992 Cantabria Spain
10Karamo Jawara 203-F-1991 Estudiantes Spain
11Stian Mjoes 183-G-1989 Baerum Basket Norway
12Mikkel Kolstad 193-G-1995 Gimle Norway
14Johannes Dolven 206-C/F-1996 Centrum Norway
21Emil Grosse 208-F-2003 Recklinghausen Germany
22Sjur Dyb Berg 201-F-1996 Baerum Basket Norway
24Torgrim Sommerfeldt 198-G-1989 Kongsberg Norway
44Espen Fjaerestad 193-G/F-1994 Gimle Norway

Mathias Eckhoff Head Coach Baerum Basket Norway
Brent Hackman Assistant


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PHILIPPINES  
PBA Stats Leaders
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Simmons_Jonathon_1

NLEX RW
(198-G-1989)
Avg: 37.0

Simmons
37.0
Franklin
35.6
Hudson
33.8
Williams
33.6
Selden
33.0
PBA Round 11: NLEX RW is upset by Meralco Bolts - by Eurobasket News
Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game between third ranked NLEX RW (5-3) and seventh ranked Meralco Bolts (3-3) was the most important one in the last round on Thursday night. NLEX RW was defeated by Meralco Bolts in Manila 114-98. Meralco Bolts dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to NLEX RW's 38 and made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded NLEX RW 51-33 including a 36-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. Meralco Bolts looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. The best player for the winners was American swingman KJ McDaniels (198-1993, college: Clemson) who had a double-double by scoring 31 points, 21 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Chris Newsome (187-1990, college: Georgetown, KY) chipped in 18 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. American Wayne Selden (196-1994, college: Kansas, agency: Slash Sports) produced 29 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Meralco Bolts maintains seventh place with 3-3 record. NLEX RW at the other side dropped to the fourth position with three games lost. Meralco Bolts are looking forward to face higher ranked Hotshots (#6) in Pasig City in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. NLEX RW will play at home against Rain or Shine and is hoping to win this game.
North Port can celebrate finally their first win this season after five consecutive losses. They used home court advantage to defeat Terrafirma Dyip (2-6) 115-100. Guard Robert Bolick (185-1995) orchestrated the victory by scoring 26 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Kevin Murphy contributed with 28 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. American swingman Jordan Williams (198-1992, college: N.Texas) answered with 25 points and 6 rebounds for Terrafirma Dyip. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. North Port (1-5) left bottom position moving up to eleventh place. It was Terrafirma Dyip's fourth loss in a row. They keep the tenth position with six games lost. North Port will play against bottom-ranked Blackwater Elite (#12) in Caloocan City in the next round. Terrafirma Dyip will have a break next round.
The game in Manila was also quite interesting. Sixth ranked Hotshots (4-3) played at the court of 8th ranked Rain or Shine (2-4). Hotshots defeated Rain or Shine 112-97 on Wednesday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Rain or Shine. It was a great evening for Antonio Hester who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists. Leonard Santillan responded with 14 points and 7 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Hotshots have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain sixth place with 4-3 record. Loser Rain or Shine keeps the eighth position with four games lost. Hotshots will meet at home Meralco Bolts (#7) in the next round. Rain or Shine will play against NLEX RW in Makati City and hope to secure a win.

In the last game of round 11 bottom-ranked Blackwater Elite was defeated by FiberXers in Makati 98-90.
The best stats of 11th round was 31 points and 4 assists by Maverick Ahanmisi of FiberXers.



North Port - Terrafirma Dyip 115-100

North Port can celebrate finally their first win this season after five consecutive losses. They used home court advantage to defeat Terrafirma Dyip (2-6) 115-100. North Port made 26-of-29 charity shots (89.7 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. Guard Robert Bolick (185-1995) orchestrated the victory by scoring 26 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. American guard Kevin Murphy (197-1990, college: Tenn Tech) contributed with 28 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. American swingman Jordan Williams (198-1992, college: N.Texas) answered with 25 points and 6 rebounds and forward Eric Camson (193-1990) added 12 points and 13 rebounds in the effort for Terrafirma Dyip. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. North Port (1-5) left bottom position moving up to eleventh place. It was Terrafirma Dyip's fourth loss in a row. They keep the tenth position with six games lost. North Port will play against bottom-ranked Blackwater Elite (#12) in Caloocan City in the next round. Terrafirma Dyip will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
North Port: K.Murphy 28+9reb+2ast, B.Robert 26+9reb+6ast, C.John 18+9reb+1ast, J.Munzon 17+1reb, A.Tolentino 9, P.Taha 7+2reb
Terrafirma Dyip: J.Williams 25+6reb+2ast, J.Tiongson 18+3reb+4ast, E.Camson 12+13reb+1ast, C.John 12+3reb+3ast, G.Joseph 9+4reb, P.Cahilig 7+3reb
gschID: 1058760


Rain or Shine - Hotshots 97-112

The game in Manila was also quite interesting. Sixth ranked Hotshots (4-3) played at the court of 8th ranked Rain or Shine (2-4). Hotshots defeated Rain or Shine 112-97 on Wednesday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Rain or Shine. Hotshots dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Rain or Shine's 36. They outrebounded Rain or Shine 55-44 including a 41-29 advantage in defensive rebounds. Hotshots looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was a great evening for American Antonio Hester (199-1990, college: Mobile, AL, agency: Rigorer Korea Agency) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists. Point guard Jiovani Jalalon (175-1992) helped adding 19 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Hester is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Hotshots players scored in double figures. Center Leonard Santillan (195-1996) responded with 14 points and 7 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and American Greg Smith (198-1992, college: Colorado St.) scored 15 points. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Hotshots have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain sixth place with 4-3 record. Loser Rain or Shine keeps the eighth position with four games lost. Hotshots will meet at home Meralco Bolts (#7) in the next round. Rain or Shine will play against NLEX RW in Makati City and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Hotshots: P.Lee 19+3reb+5ast, J.Jalalon 19+8reb+4ast, A.Barroca 19+1reb+1ast, A.Hester 17+15reb+5ast, R.Escoto 10+8reb, R.dela Rosa 8+5reb+3ast
Rain or Shine: G.Smith 15+4reb+1ast, L.Santillan 14+7reb, N.Demusis 11+6reb+2ast, B.Belga 9+5reb+4ast, J.Yap 9+3reb, C.Andrei 9+3reb+6ast
gschID: 1058761


Meralco Bolts - NLEX RW 114-98

The game between third ranked NLEX RW (5-3) and seventh ranked Meralco Bolts (3-3) was the most important one in the last round on Thursday night. NLEX RW was defeated by Meralco Bolts in Manila 114-98. Meralco Bolts dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to NLEX RW's 38 and made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded NLEX RW 51-33 including a 36-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. Meralco Bolts looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. The best player for the winners was American swingman KJ McDaniels (198-1993, college: Clemson) who had a double-double by scoring 31 points, 21 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Chris Newsome (187-1990, college: Georgetown, KY) chipped in 18 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. American Wayne Selden (196-1994, college: Kansas, agency: Slash Sports) produced 29 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists and guard Don Trollano (191-1992) added 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Meralco Bolts maintains seventh place with 3-3 record. NLEX RW at the other side dropped to the fourth position with three games lost. Meralco Bolts are looking forward to face higher ranked Hotshots (#6) in Pasig City in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. NLEX RW will play at home against Rain or Shine and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Meralco Bolts: K.McDaniels 31+21reb+4ast, M.Allein 19+6reb+4ast, C.Newsome 18+5reb+8ast, B.Aaron 15+3reb+3ast, C.Hodge 9+8reb+3ast, A.Jose Caram 8+1ast
NLEX RW: W.Selden 29+8reb+7ast, T.Don 19+6reb+4ast, B.Ganuelas-Rosser 16+4reb, K.Alas 13+4reb+1ast, J.Nieto 9+2reb+5ast, A.Semerad 9+6reb
gschID: 1058762


FiberXers - Blackwater Elite 98-90

There was no surprise in Makati where 12th ranked Blackwater Elite (1-8) was defeated by fourth ranked FiberXers (5-2) 98-90 on Thursday. FiberXers outrebounded Blackwater Elite 50-35 including 38 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for American Jamaal Franklin (196-1991, college: SDSU, agency: Slash Sports) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Maverick Ahanmisi (188-1991, college: Minnesota) helped adding 31 points and 4 assists. Four FiberXers players scored in double figures. American forward Shawn Glover (201-1990, college: ORU, agency: Haylett Sports) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Jeth Troy Rosario (201-1992) scored 20 points. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. FiberXers moved-up to third place. Blackwater Elite lost seventh consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with eight games lost. FiberXers will meet Phoenix (#9) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Blackwater Elite will play against North Port and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
FiberXers: M.Ahanmisi 31+4reb+4ast, J.Franklin 19+15reb+5ast, J.Alvin Teng 17+6reb+2ast, S.Alec 10+4reb+2ast, T.Abu Jahal 8+2reb, A.Justine 6+12reb+2ast
Blackwater Elite: J.Troy Rosario 20+1reb+2ast, S.Glover 19+10reb+5ast, I.Regile 12+2reb+4ast, B.Amer 8+3reb+1ast, G.Banal 7+2reb+1ast, T.Joshua 6
gschID: 1058763




Philippines National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center
Starting five
#s#
Ferdinand Ravena
Ravena
Ray Parks
Parks
June Mar Fajardo
Fajardo
Dwight Ramos
Ramos
Justin Brownlee
Brownlee
#e#5
0Ferdinand Ravena 189-G-1996 San-en NP Japan
1Ray Parks 193-G-1993 Nagoya DD Japan
2Calvin John Oftana 195-F-1996 TNT Tropang Philippines
4Kiefer Isaac Ravena 181-G-1993 Shiga L-Stars Japan
7Jordan Heading 188-G-1996 Nagasaki Japan
8Scottie Thompson 188-G-1993 Ginebra Kings Philippines
13Jamie Malonzo 198-F-1996 Ginebra Kings Philippines
15June Mar Fajardo 210-C-1989 SM Beermen Philippines
17Jaymar Perez 188-G-1993 SM Beermen Philippines
21Mason Amos 201-C-2004 SD Spartans Australia
24Dwight Ramos 193-G-1998 Hokkaido L. Japan
32Justin Brownlee 197-F-1988 Ginebra Kings Philippines

Vincent Reyes Head Coach
Joseph Uichico Assistant


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POLAND  
Stats Leaders - 1Liga
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Ransom_Kaheem_1

Radom
(186-PG-1993)
Avg: 22.1

Ransom
22.1
Malgorzaciak
20.0
Willis
19.5
Labinowicz
18.6
Ziolko
17.2
2Liga Stats Leaders
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Calikan_Calar

Ochota W
(190-G-1997)
Avg: 24.6

Calikan
24.6
Fomichov
23.0
Zweglinski
22.8
Flieger
22.4
Wrobel
20.7
1Liga Round 26: Gornik keep a leadership position - by Eurobasket News
Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Gornik as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Gornik smashed 14th ranked WKK in Walbrzych 96-74. Gornik dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to WKK's 30. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Michal Sitnik (199-2000) who scored 16 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. The former international center Piotr Niedzwiedzki (211-1993) chipped in 13 points and 7 rebounds. point guard Tomasz Ochonko (183-1986, agency: BIG) produced 16 points and 8 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. Gornik (20-6) have an impressive seven-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. WKK at the other side keeps the fourteenth place with 16 games lost. They share the position with Slask 2. WKK will play next round against AZS PO trying to get back on the winning streak. Gornik will try to continue on its current victory against twelfth ranked SGH in Krakow.
Important game to mention about took place in Zgorzelec. Seventeenth ranked Turow (7-19) saved a 1-point victory at home edging second-ranked HydroTruck (19-7) 87-86 on Sunday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the guest team. Bartosz Bochno (193-1988) saved the victory by scoring 14 points and 5 assists. Krzysztof Jakobczyk contributed with 14 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Forward Damian Jeszke (202-1995) replied with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists for HydroTruck. HydroTruck's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Turow moved-up to sixteenth place, which they share with Bytom. HydroTruck at the other side keeps the second position with seven games lost. Turow will play against Polonia (#17) in Bytom in the next round. HydroTruck will play at home against GKS (#4) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Dziki (18-8) against fourth ranked GKS (18-8) on Saturday night. Visiting Dziki was defeated by GKS in a tough game in Tychy 66-72. Piotr Wieloch scored 16 points and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners. Mateusz Bartosz responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. GKS moved-up to third place, which they share with Dziki Wwa. GKS will meet league's second-placed HydroTruck in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Dziki will play against Kociewskie Diably and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Rest of the games of round 26 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Polonia W-wa was crushed by Radom in a road game 88-69. Koszalin beat Krosno at home 75-68. Kolobrzeg won against Starogard Gd. on the opponent's court 78-71. Bytom unfortunately lost to Polonia W-wa in a home game 103-111. Poznan recorded a loss to Opole on the road 86-96. Pelplin defeated Slask 2 on its own court 70-64.
The best stats of 26th round was 16 points and 6 rebounds by Piotr Winkowski of Pelplin.



Radom - Polonia W-wa 88-69

There was no surprise in Radom where 9th ranked Polonia (14-12) was crushed by second ranked HydroTruck (19-7) 88-69 on Wednesday. HydroTruck looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American point guard Kaheem Ransom (186-1993, college: SHSU) scored 17 points and 9 assists to lead the charge for the winners and forward Damian Jeszke (202-1995) chipped in 20 points during the contest. Five HydroTruck players scored in double figures. Power forward Adam Linowski (199-1987) responded with 10 points and 7 rebounds and center Damian Cechniak (210-1993) scored 6 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. HydroTruck maintains second position with 19-7 record behind leader Walbrzych. Newly promoted Polonia dropped to the eighth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Koszalin. HydroTruck will meet at home GKS (#4) in the next round. Polonia will play against Enea Basket (#13) in Poznan and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Radom: D.Jeszke 20+4reb+2ast, K.Ransom 17+3reb+9ast, F.Zegzula 14+3reb+7ast, J.Patoka 14+7reb+1ast, J.Zalewski 13+5reb+1ast, B.Pietras 7+2reb+1ast
Polonia W-wa: P.Gospodarek 13+1reb+2ast, A.Linowski 10+7reb+2ast, J.Piliszczuk 8+4reb+3ast, S.Barnes-Thompkins 8+3reb+1ast, M.Wielunski 7+4reb+3ast, D.Cechniak 6+9reb+1ast
gschID: 997824


Koszalin - Krosno 75-68

Everything could happen in Koszalin at the game between two tied teams. Both ninth ranked Zak and 10th ranked Miast Szkla had identical 13-12 record. This time Zak used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Krosno 75-68 on Sunday night. Point guard Mateusz Kaszowski (181-2001) scored 20 points and 8 assists to lead the charge for the winners and center Mateusz Itrich (202-1997) chipped in 20 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. Michal Jankowski (191-1987, agency: Interperformances) responded with 16 points and point guard Hubert Lalak (180-2003) scored 14 points and 5 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Zak (14-12) moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Polonia W-wa. Loser Miast Szkla keeps the tenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Pelplin. Zak will meet bottom-ranked Start 2 (#18) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Miast Szkla will play against Slask (#15) in Wroclaw and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Koszalin: M.Kaszowski 20+3reb+8ast, M.Itrich 20+7reb+1ast, W.Pisarczyk 11+5reb+3ast, J.Dloniak 9+1reb, A.Labinowicz 7+4reb+1ast, M.Marcinkowski 6+3reb
Krosno: M.Jankowski 16+4reb+2ast, L.Hubert 14+3reb+5ast, K.Dawdo 13+5reb, K.Dubults 7+4reb+2ast, M.Zagorski 6+2reb, P.Spica 5+4reb+5ast
gschID: 997825


Starogard Gd. - Kolobrzeg 71-78

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Starogard Gdanski where 5th ranked Kociewskie Diably (17-9) was defeated by sixth ranked Kotwica (15-11) 78-71 on Saturday. Naturalized American point guard James Washington (182-1987, college: MTSU) scored 18 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Mikolaj Kurpisz (203-1998) chipped in 21 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Center Jakub Motylewski (210-1995) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds and American point guard Daniel Venzant (178-1998, college: St.Edward's) scored 19 points and 6 rebounds. Four Kociewskie Diably players scored in double figures. Kociewskie Diably's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Kotwica maintains sixth position with 15-11 record, which they share with Opole. Loser Kociewskie Diably keeps the fifth place with nine games lost. Kotwica will meet at home Decka (#11) in the next round where they are favorite. Kociewskie Diably will play against Dziki (#3) in Warszawa and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Kolobrzeg: M.Kurpisz 21+5reb, J.Washington 18+5reb+9ast, S.Dlugosz 8+9reb, D.Pieloch 8+3reb, P.Smigielski 7+3reb+8ast, W.Kowalenko 6+1reb
Starogard Gd.: D.Venzant 19+6reb+2ast, J.Motylewski 14+13reb+1ast, W.Czerlonko 10+8reb, P.Lis 10+1ast, D.Janiak 8+6reb+2ast, Z.Oskar 4
gschID: 997826


Tychy - Dziki Wwa 72-66

Very important is a road loss of third ranked Dziki (18-8) against fourth ranked GKS (18-8) on Saturday night. Visiting Dziki was defeated by GKS in a tough game in Tychy 66-72. GKS made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. Point guard Piotr Wieloch (182-1994) scored 16 points and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and power forward Patryk Kedel (201-1999) chipped in 13 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Four GKS players scored in double figures. Power forward Mateusz Bartosz (205-1987) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds and forward Alan Czujkowski (199-1990) scored 16 points and 6 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. GKS moved-up to third place, which they share with Dziki Wwa. GKS will meet league's second-placed HydroTruck in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Dziki will play against Kociewskie Diably and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Tychy: P.Wieloch 16+1reb+6ast, P.Kedel 13+8reb, P.Stankowski 12+6reb+2ast, M.Koperski 11+1reb+1ast, R.Trubacz 9+1reb+1ast, K.Nowakowski 6+3reb+2ast
Dziki Wwa: A.Czujkowski 16+6reb+1ast, M.Bartosz 15+10reb+1ast, P.Kuzkow 9+2reb+2ast, M.Azor 7+3reb+1ast, M.Motel 6+1ast, R.Komenda 5+2reb
gschID: 997827


Zgorzelec - Radom 87-86

Important game to mention about took place in Zgorzelec. Seventeenth ranked Turow (7-19) saved a 1-point victory at home edging second-ranked HydroTruck (19-7) 87-86 on Sunday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the guest team. Strangely HydroTruck outrebounded Turow 41-26 including 27 on the defensive glass. Bartosz Bochno (193-1988) saved the victory by scoring 14 points and 5 assists. Guard Krzysztof Jakobczyk (183-1986) contributed with 14 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Forward Damian Jeszke (202-1995) replied with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists and American point guard Kaheem Ransom (186-1993, college: SHSU) added 22 points and 10 assists in the effort for HydroTruck. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. HydroTruck's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Turow moved-up to sixteenth place, which they share with Bytom. HydroTruck at the other side keeps the second position with seven games lost. Turow will play against Polonia (#17) in Bytom in the next round. HydroTruck will play at home against GKS (#4) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Zgorzelec: B.Bochno 14+2reb+5ast, K.Jakobczyk 14+5reb+2ast, S.Pawlak 13+4reb+2ast, S.Mikolaj 13+3reb+1ast, A.Adamczyk 11+2reb, K.Wasowicz 10+3reb+3ast
Radom: D.Jeszke 22+13reb+6ast, K.Ransom 22+3reb+10ast, F.Maksymilian 12+6reb, F.Zegzula 11+2reb, J.Patoka 11+12reb+3ast, B.Sowa 4+1reb
gschID: 997828


Bytom - Polonia W-wa 103-111

Very predictable result in Bytom where ninth ranked Polonia (14-12) beat 16th ranked Polonia (7-19) 111-103 on Saturday. Polonia looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Center Damian Cechniak (210-1993) had a double-double by scoring 16 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Patryk Pelka (202-1989) chipped in 25 points and 4 assists during the contest. Five Polonia players scored in double figures. Polonia's coach Jakub Pendrakowski used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. American guard Alphonso Willis (188-1998, college: A&M-Commerce) responded with 33 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 7 assists and Marek Piechowicz (201-1988) scored 23 points and 9 rebounds. Polonia moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Koszalin. Polonia at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the sixteenth position with 19 games lost. They share it with Zgorzelec. Polonia will meet Enea Basket (#13) in the next round where they are favorite. Polonia will play against Turow and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Polonia W-wa: P.Pelka 25+4reb+4ast, M.Dutkiewicz 19+2reb+1ast, S.Barnes-Thompkins 17+3reb, D.Cechniak 16+15reb+4ast, J.Piliszczuk 14+3reb+5ast, P.Gospodarek 7+3ast
Bytom: A.Willis 33+7reb+7ast, D.Szczepanik 23+3reb+1ast, M.Piechowicz 23+9reb+1ast, P.Wieczorek 8+2reb+3ast, M.Chrabota 8+1reb+3ast, D.Krakowiak 5+6reb
gschID: 997829


Opole - Poznan 96-86

Not a big story in a game in Opole where 12th ranked Enea Basket (11-15) was defeated by seventh ranked AZS PO (15-11) 96-86 on Sunday. AZS PO outrebounded Enea Basket 36-21 including a 26-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 17 passes made by Enea Basket's players. Adam Kaczmarzyk (198-1988) scored 26 points to lead the charge for the winners and guard Michal Kroczak (190-2000) chipped in 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Power forward Wojciech Fras (202-1991) responded with a double-double by scoring 27 points and 10 rebounds and guard Marcin Tomaszewski (193-1998) scored 23 points and 5 rebounds. Four Enea Basket players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. AZS PO moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Kolobrzeg. Newly promoted Enea Basket dropped to the thirteenth position with 15 games lost. AZS PO will meet WKK (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Enea Basket will play against Polonia and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Opole: A.Kaczmarzyk 26+4reb+1ast, M.Kroczak 19+6reb+4ast, H.Pabian 16+6reb+4ast, J.Kobel 9+4reb+11ast, A.Mielczarek 7+2reb+2ast, M.Jodlowski 7+4reb+4ast
Poznan: W.Fras 27+10reb+1ast, M.Tomaszewski 23+5reb+2ast, N.Jan 12+2reb+2ast, M.Wielechowski 11, B.Ciechocinski 3+2reb+1ast, M.Iwo 2
gschID: 997830


Walbrzych - WKK Wroclaw 96-74

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Gornik as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Gornik smashed 14th ranked WKK in Walbrzych 96-74. Gornik dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to WKK's 30. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Michal Sitnik (199-2000) who scored 16 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. The former international center Piotr Niedzwiedzki (211-1993) chipped in 13 points and 7 rebounds. Point guard Tomasz Ochonko (183-1986, agency: BIG) produced 16 points and 8 assists and swingman Dominik Rutkowski (194-1998) added 12 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Four Gornik and five WKK 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. Gornik (20-6) have an impressive seven-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. WKK at the other side keeps the fourteenth place with 16 games lost. They share the position with Slask 2. WKK will play next round against AZS PO trying to get back on the winning streak. Gornik will try to continue on its current victory against twelfth ranked SGH in Krakow.
Top scorers:
Walbrzych: M.Sitnik 16+9reb+5ast, D.Durski 14+3reb+3ast, P.Niedzwiedzki 13+7reb, A.Chidom 12+4reb+1ast, B.Majewski 9+5reb+3ast, H.Kruszczynski 9+1ast
WKK Wroclaw: T.Ochonko 16+2reb+8ast, D.Rutkowski 12+7reb+4ast, J.Koelner 12+3ast, S.Kiwilsza 11+10reb, M.Gabinski 10+5reb, K.Mikolaj 7+1reb+2ast
gschID: 997831


Pelplin - Slask 2 70-64

Everything went according to plan in Pelpin where eleventh ranked Decka (13-13) won against 14th ranked Slask (10-16) 70-64 on Wednesday. Center Piotr Winkowski (208-2003) scored 16 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Mariusz Konopatzki (192-1996) chipped in 11 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Four Decka players scored in double figures. The former international forward Maciej Bender (211-1997, college: Mercer) responded with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 13 rebounds and point guard Sebastian Bozenko (183-1998) scored 9 points and 8 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Decka moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Krosno. Loser Slask keeps the fourteenth position with 16 games lost. They share it with WKK Wroclaw. Decka will meet higher ranked Kotwica (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Slask will play against Miast Szkla (#10) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Pelplin: W.Piotr 16+6reb+2ast, M.Konopatzki 11+6reb+3ast, R.Janik 11+1reb+2ast, D.Saczewski 11, H.Wyszkowski 9+2reb+2ast, M.Kulis 5+4reb
Slask 2: S.Wojciech 14+2reb, A.Lenczuk 14+4reb+1ast, M.Bender 12+13reb+1ast, M.Gorenczyk 9+3reb+2ast, S.Bozenko 9+3reb+8ast, M.Michal 3+1reb
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Polish National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
#s#
Aleksander Balcerowski
Balcerowski
Michal Sokolowski
Sokolowski
Aleksander Dziewa
Dziewa
Michal Michalak
Michalak
Lukasz Koszarek
Koszarek
#e#5
0Andrzej Pluta 190-SG-2000 Trefl Poland
1Jaroslaw Zyskowski 203-SF-1992 Trefl Poland
2Aleksander Balcerowski 218-C-2000 Gran Canaria Spain
3Michal Sokolowski 196-F/G-1992 Besiktas Turkey
11Aleksander Dziewa 205-C/F-1997 Slask Poland
12Jakub Schenk 184-PG-1994 Czarni Poland
13Dominik Olejniczak 213-C-1996 Gravelines France
23Michal Michalak 196-G/F-1993 Manisa Turkey
28Przemyslaw Zolnierewicz 196-G/F-1995 Zastal Poland
30Jakub Garbacz 197-G/F-1994 Stal Poland
55Lukasz Koszarek 187-G-1984 Legia Poland
77Jakub Niziol 201-F-1996 Slask Poland

Igor Milicic Head Coach Besiktas Turkey
Artur Gronek Assistant Start Poland
Grzegorz Kozan Assistant Anwil Poland


EuroBasket 2025 Pre-Qualifiers: Poland beat Austria in Sosnowiec - by Eurobasket News
Poland - Austria 87:72

Poland beat Austria 87-72 in Sosnowiec at the EuroBasket 2025 Pre-Qualifiers. The hosts grabbed a 26-21 lead at the start and added a massive 31-17 surge in the second period. Austria managed to reduce with a 19-14 run, whilst the home side won the last period 16-15.
Aleksander Balcerowski (218-C-2000, agency: BeoBasket) stepped up with 25 points for the winners and Michal Michalak (196-G/F-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) notched 10. Rasid Mahalbasic (210-C-1990, agency: BeoBasket) replied with 22 points for the guests and Luka Brajkovic (211-F-1999, college: Davidson) produced 10.

Mateusz Itrich gets MVP of the Week award for Polish 1Liga - by Eurobasket News
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Mateusz Itrich (202-C-1997) had an amazing evening in the last round for Koszalin and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents 1Liga Player of the Week award for round 26.
The 25-year old center had the game-high 20 points adding seven rebounds for Koszalin in his team's victory, helping them to beat Krosno (#10, 13-13) 75-68. The game was not the highest importance and did not have significant influence on top of the standings. Koszalin maintains the 9th position in Polish 1Liga. Koszalin is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 14-12 record. In the team's last game Itrich had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Mateusz Itrich averages this season 11.7ppg and 6.8rpg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Wojciech Fras (202-C/F-1991) of Poznan. Fras impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 27 points and 10 rebounds. Bad luck as Poznan lost that game 86-96 to the higher-ranked Opole (#7, 15-11). This loss caused Poznan to drop to 13th position in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 11-15 record. Fras is a newcomer at Poznan and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders.

The third best performed player last round was Damian Jeszke (202-F-1995) of second-ranked Radom. Jeszke showcased his all-around game by recording 22 points, thirteen rebounds (!!!) and six assists in the last round. Despite Jeszke's great performance Radom lost 86-87 to the lower-ranked Zgorzelec (#16, 7-19). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing Radom needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 19 victories and 7 lost games. Jeszke has a great season in Poland. After 24 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 8.7rpg (4th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Alphonso Willis (188-G-1998) of Bytom - 33 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists
5. Damian Cechniak (210-C-1993) of Polonia W-wa - 16 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Michal Sitnik (199-F-2000) of Walbrzych - 16 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists
7. Jakub Motylewski (210-C-1995) of Starogard Gd. - 14 points and 13 rebounds
8. Damian Szczepanik (198-SF-1997) of Bytom - 23 points and 3 rebounds
9. Adam Kaczmarzyk (198-SF-1988) of Opole - 26 points and 4 rebounds
10. Jakub Kobel (190-PG-1998) of Opole - 9 points, 4 rebounds and 11 assists

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

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


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PORTUGAL  
Portuguese National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
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Diogo Brito
Brito
Travante Williams
Williams
Diogo Ventura
Ventura
Miguel Queiroz
Queiroz
Daniel Relvao
Relvao
#e#5
0Diogo Brito 198-G-1997 Lleida Spain
2Vladyslav Voytso 200-F-1999 FC Porto Portugal
3Ricardo Monteiro 208-C-1997 Sporting Portugal
5Travante Williams 193-SF-1993 Sporting Portugal
6Jose Barbosa 178-PG-1990 Benfica Portugal
9Diogo Ventura 193-PG-1994 Sporting Portugal
11Miguel Queiroz 202-PF-1991 FC Porto Portugal
12Joao Guerreiro 205-F-1990 FC Porto Portugal
16Francisco Amarante 196-SG-2000 FC Porto Portugal
28Rafael Lisboa 184-PG-1999 Charleroi Belgium
29Candido Sa 206-F-1992 Ovarense Portugal
33Daniel Relvao 208-C-1996 Lusitania Portugal

Mario Gomes Head Coach
Sergio Ramos Assistant Belenenses Portugal
Nuno Tavares Assistant Sal T. Cape Verde


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QATAR  
SPB 2023 - Centauros tab Tyler Harris, ex Al Gharafa - by Francisco Vega
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Centauros-de-Portuguesa (SPB) inked 29-year old American 208cm center Tyler Harris (college: Auburn), agency: Interperformances for the upcoming SPB 2023 season.
Harris played recently at Al Gharafa in Qatari QBL league. In three games he averaged impressive 18.3ppg, 6.7rpg, 6.7apg and 2.3spg last season. The last season he played at Trouville in Uruguayan LUB where in 8 games he had very remarkable stats: 15.4ppg, 6.1rpg, 1.4apg, 1.1spg and 1.0bpg. He helped them to make it to the semifinals.
In 2017 (a year after his graduation) he was drafted by Agua Caliente Clippers of Ontario (G-League) in first round (25th overall).
Harris graduated from Auburn University in 2016 and it will be his seventh season in pro basketball.
He is a very experienced player. Harris has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to eight different countries on four different continents (Europe, Asia, Latin America and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Argentina (Penarol), Colombia (Bucaros), France (Metropolitans), Japan (Sendai 89ers), Saudi Arabia (Ittihad), NBA (LA Clippers), NBA G League (Cleveland Charge and Windy City Bulls) and NBA Summer League (Denver Nuggets).
Among many awards he was voted Asia-Basket.com All-Qatar D1 Center of the Year in 2022.
Worth to mention he played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped him to get the job in pro basketball.

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ROMANIA  
Romanian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
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Kris Richard
Richard
Lucas Tohatan
Tohatan
Alexandru Olah
Olah
Rolland Torok
Torok
Mihai Maciuca
Maciuca
#e#5
0Kris Richard 196-PG-1989 Oradea Romania
1Lucas Tohatan 187-PG-1999 Voluntari Romania
7Tudor Gheorghe 184-PG-1997 Oradea Romania
8Nandor Kuti 196-SG-1997 Cluj Napoca Romania
10Bogdan Nicolescu 199-SF-1997 Oradea Romania
13Alexandru Olah 210-C-1993 Rapid Romania
15Emanuel Cate 207-C-1997 Cluj Napoca Romania
16Stefan Grasu 200-F-2003 Dinamo B. Romania
25Rolland Torok 203-PF-1990 Voluntari Romania
44Rares Uta 211-C-1997 Sibiu Romania
55Tudor Fometescu 192-PG-1999 Pitesti Romania
77Mihai Maciuca 193-F-2000 Pitesti Romania

Dragan Petricevic Head Coach Timisoara Romania
Marius Bulancea Assistant Rapid Romania
Dan Ioan Assistant Voluntari Romania


EuroBasket 2025 Pre-Qualifiers: Bulgaria steal show in Pitesti - by Eurobasket News
Romania - Bulgaria 61:62

Bulgaria have stolen a show from Pitesti as they defeated Romania 62-61 at the EuroBasket 2025 Pre-Qualifiers. The guests took an early 16-12 run in the first quarter and added a narrow 15-13 rally in the second frame. Romania tied it all the end of 30 minutes, whilst Bulgaria closed the game with an 18-17 run to seal the win.
Pavlin Ivanov (195-SG-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) top-scored for thew winners with 14 points an Simeon Lepichev (205-F/C-1995, college: FAU, agency: Helping Ballers) netted 13. Codi Miller-McIntyre (191-PG-1994, college: Wake Forest) and Yordan Minchev (202-F-1998) followed them with 11 points each in a win. Rolland Torok (203-PF-1990) replied with 12 points in the losing effort.
Timisoara welcomes back Strong-Moore, ex AEK Larnaca - by Arnold Beres
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CS-SCM-Timisoara (Liga Nationala) landed 29-year old American 185cm point guard Darrion Strong-Moore (college: UAFS). It is actually his comeback to Timisoara as he has played here before. Strong-Moore started the season at AEK Larnaca in Cypriot OPAP Basket League. In 7 games he averaged impressive 15.1ppg, 2.0rpg and 3.0apg.
He has played also professionally in Bosnia (OKK Sloboda Tuzla and Spars), Slovakia (Inter Bratislava) and Romania (Galati).
Among many awards his college team won Bosnia and Herzegovina Cup in 2020. Strong-Moore was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Romanian League Honorable Mention in 2022.
He graduated from University of Arkansas Fort Smith in 2018 and it is his fifth season in pro basketball.
Posusje signs Radoje Vujosevic - by Arnold Beres
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HKK-Posusje (Division I) signed 33-year old Montenegrin ex-international center Radoje Vujosevic (210cm-94kg-1989, agency: Interperformances). Vujosevic started the season at CS SCM Timisoara in Romanian Liga Nationala. But in four games he had just 1.0ppg. He also played 5 games in Alpe Adria Cup where he recorded only 1.2ppg and 1.4rpg.
Vujosevic was a member of Montenegrin international program for some years. He was called to Montenegrin Senior National Team between 2015 and 2018 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2008.
Vujosevic has played previously professionally in Montenegro (Mornar, Buducnost, KK Mornar Bar 2nd team and Sutjeska) and North Macedonia (Kumanovo). He won Montenegrin League championship title in 2014 and 2018 and made it to the cup final in 2010, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020 and 2021. Vujosevic was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Montenegrin League Honorable Mention back in 2014 and 2015.

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RUSSIA  
Higher League stats leaders
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
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Polstyanov_Sergey

UNICS-2
(194-G-2002)
Avg: 18.6

Polstyanov
18.6
Zaporozhets
16.2
Orekhov
15.2
Tuchkov
15.1
Ivanov
14.0
Tuchkov number one in Russia VTB-Youth League for round 28 - by Eurobasket News
Guard Grigoriy Tuchkov (183-G-2003) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Parma-2, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 28.
The 19-year old player was the main contributor (28 points, four rebounds and seven assists) to his team's victory, helping them to beat Enisey-2 (7-27) 102-94. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Parma-2 maintains the 11th position in Russian VTB-Youth League. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 27 games and recorded just seven victories. In the team's last game Tuchkov had a remarkable 70.0% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Parma-2, through which he has constantly improved. Grigoriy Tuchkov has solid league stats. He is in league's top in points (4th best: 15.1ppg) and assists (8th best: 4.3apg).

The second best player in last round's games was young Yaroslav Zaporozhets (183-PG-2002) of Enisey-2. Zaporozhets had a very good evening with 31 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Bad luck as Enisey-2 lost that game 86-93 to Parma-2 (7-27). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Enisey-2 keeps 10th position. 27 lost games are too many comparing to just seven victories Enisey-2 managed to get this year. Zaporozhets is well-known at Enisey-2 and is a proven leader in his second season with the team. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.2ppg (#2). He also recorded 5.7 assists per game.

Third on the list of top players last round was another Enisey-2's star - forward Ivan Karasev (196-F-2004). Karasev scored 28 points and grabbed thirteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Karasev's great performance Enisey-2 lost 86-93 to Parma-2 (7-27). But his team cannot count on just these two top stars as they also need help of the other teammates. Enisey-2 can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 7-27 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Karasev has a very solid season. In 34 games in Russia he scored 9.4ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Kirill Isaev (199-F-2004) of Enisey-2 - 19 points and 14 rebounds
5. Sergei Kudrin (199-F-2004) of Khimki-2 - 15 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Gleb Firsov) of Parma-2 - 21 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Kirill Temirov (198-F-2002) of Lokomotiv-2 - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Kirill Krylov (197-G-2002) of Khimki-2 - 14 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists
9. Kirill Elatontsev (207-C-2002) of Lokomotiv-2 - 17 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Maksim Savchenko (208-C-2004) of MBA-2 - 13 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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


Vorobev's double-double lands him Superleague 2 Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News
31-year old power forward Roman Vorobev (203-F/C-1991) had a great game in the last round for Stavropol and receives a Hoops Agents Superleague 2 Player of the Week award for round 14.
He had a double-double of 24 points and 13 rebounds, while his team outclassed RPF (#8, 2-24) with 28-point margin 97-69. Stavropol is placed at 5th position in Russian Superleague 2. Stavropol is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 12-13 record. In the team's last game Vorobev had a remarkable 70.0% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Roman Vorobev averages this season 8.0ppg.

Second best performed player last round was Egor Chernyshev (196-F-1999) of Neftekhimik T.. He is a forward in his second season at Neftekhimik T.. In the last game Chernyshev recorded impressive double-double of 18 points and 14 rebounds. Bad luck as Neftekhimik T. lost that game 58-71 to the higher-ranked Chelbasket (#1, 20-6). This loss caused Neftekhimik T. to drop to 6th position in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 12-14 record. Chernyshev is well-known at Neftekhimik T. and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders.

Third place about best performers goes to Nikita Osit (202-SF-1998) of Cheb.Yastreby (#7). Osit scored 24 points and grabbed nine rebounds. Despite Osit's great performance Cheb.Yastreby lost 70-77 to the higher-ranked Dynamo-MGTU (#3, 16-10). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Cheb.Yastreby not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 18 games, recording just eight victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Osit could try to bring Cheb.Yastreby's a little bit higher in the standings. Osit has a very solid season. In 25 games in Russia he scored 6.5ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Konstantin Kulikov (213-C-1995) of Dynamo-MGTU - 26 points and 9 rebounds
5. Vladimir Lidyaev (202-C-1987) of BARS-RGEU - 23 points and 17 rebounds
6. Ivan Feshchenko (200-F-1991) of Metallurg MGN - 17 points, 17 rebounds and 5 assists
7. Yuriy Kochnev (209-C-1989) of Dynamo-MGTU - 10 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Pavel Koltsov (180-PG-1994) of Chelbasket - 23 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Pavel Kryaschenko (199-F-1998) of Dynamo-MGTU - 23 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Sergei Kharitonov (204-C/F-1991) of Metallurg MGN - 18 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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


VTB-Youth League Round 28: MBA-2 is defeated by Zenit-2 - by Eurobasket News
Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked MBA-2 (27-7) in Moscow on Wednesday night. Hosts were rolled over by fifth ranked Zenit-2 (22-12) 85-54. Zenit-2 outrebounded MBA-2 51-30 including a 20-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. 26 personal fouls committed by MBA-2 helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Artem Antipov (201-2004, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 rebounds and center Egor Ryzhov (203-2004, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) who added 14 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side center Maksim Savchenko (208-2004) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Defending champion maintains fifth position with 22-12 record. MBA-2 at the other side still keeps top place with seven games lost. Zenit-2 are looking forward to face higher ranked Runa-2 (#3) in Moscow in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. MBA-2 will play at home against the league's second-placed Lokomotiv-2 and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Moscow. Their biggest opponent host Runa-2 (25-9) was smashed by third ranked Lokomotiv-2 (25-9) 99-66. The winners were led by forward Kirill Temirov (198-2002) who scored that evening 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and Vladimir Zabolotnev supported him with 17 points and 6 assists (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!). Even 12 points and 8 assists by guard Alexandr Zubkov (180-2002) did not help to save the game for Runa-2. 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. Lokomotiv-2 have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Runa-2. Lokomotiv-2 will play against league's leader MBA-2 in Moscow in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Runa-2 will play at home against Zenit-2 and hopes to get back on the winning track.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Moscow. Their biggest opponent host Runa-2 (25-9) lost to third ranked Lokomotiv-2 (25-9) 69-55. Kirill Temirov fired 23 points (made all of his nine free throws !!!) for the winners. Alexandr Zubkov produced a double-double by scoring 12 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists for lost side. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Lokomotiv-2 have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Runa-2. Lokomotiv-2 will meet league's leader MBA-2 in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Runa-2 will play against Zenit-2 and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 28: Zenit-2 was destroyed by MBA-2 on the opponent's court 76-56. Khimki-2 managed to outperform CSKA U23 in a home game 83-68. Enisey-2 recorded a loss to Parma-2 on the road 93-86. Khimki-2 defeated CSKA U23 on its own court 66-60. Enisey-2 was beaten by Parma-2 in Perm 102-94.



MBA-2 - Zenit-2 76-56

Very expected game in Moscow where 5th ranked Zenit-2 (22-12) was crushed by first ranked MBA-2 (27-7) 76-56 on Tuesday. Guard Yegor Pokinko (185-2002, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) fired 21 points and 7 assists for the winners. Center Maksim Savchenko (208-2004) chipped in 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Four MBA-2 players scored in double figures. Guard Artem Khodorich (191-2002) produced 7 points and 5 rebounds and forward Timofey Vacshenko (199-2006) added 7 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. MBA-2 maintains first position with 27-7 record. Defending champion Zenit-2 keeps the fifth place with 12 games lost. MBA-2 will meet at home league's second-placed Lokomotiv-2 in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Zenit-2 will play against Runa-2 in Moscow and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Zenit-2: B.Mikhail 8, R.Egor 8+3reb+1ast, P.Ivan 8+1reb+3ast, K.Artem 7+5reb+2ast, V.Timofey 7+6reb, Z.Pavel 4+1reb
MBA-2: P.Yegor 21+4reb+7ast, S.Maksim 15+9reb+4ast, E.Kirill 14+6reb+2ast, C.Stepan 11+5reb+2ast, I.Pasha 6+4reb+1ast, S.Maksim 5+2reb+1ast
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Khimki-2 - CSKA U23 83-68

There was a small surprise when sixth ranked Khimki-2 (21-13) defeated at home 4th ranked CSKA U23 (23-11) 83-68 on Tuesday. Khimki-2 made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 23 CSKA U23 turnovers and outrebounded them 40-27 including a 29-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Khimki-2 looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Guard Kirill Krylov (197-2002) fired 14 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners. Forward Sergei Kudrin (199-2004) chipped in 14 points and 9 rebounds. Five Khimki-2 players scored in double figures. Forward Maksim Makarov (201-2003) produced 14 points and Maxim Pronin added 10 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Khimki-2 have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain sixth position with 21-13 record. Loser CSKA U23 keeps the fourth place with 11 games lost. Khimki-2 will meet at home Enisey-2 (#10) in the next round. CSKA U23 will play against Parma-2 (#11) in Perm and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
CSKA U23: M.Maksim 14+3reb, Z.Daniel 10+1reb+3ast, P.Maxim 10+5reb+2ast, B.Evgeniy 8+3reb+3ast, P.Anton 8+5reb+1ast, K.Daniil 5+3reb+3ast
Khimki-2: K.Sergei 14+9reb+2ast, K.Kirill 14+5reb+9ast, B.Maksim 13+5reb+2ast, P.Ivan 12+4reb+2ast, Y.Daniil 10+2reb+5ast, S.Vladislav 9+2reb+3ast
gschID: 1021707


Parma-2 - Enisey-2 93-86

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Perm where 10th ranked Enisey-2 (7-27) was defeated by eleventh ranked Parma-2 (7-27) 93-86 on Tuesday. Parma-2 dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Enisey-2's 32. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Gleb Firsov fired 21 points and 8 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) for the winners. Guard Grigoriy Tuchkov (183-2003) chipped in 20 points and 7 rebounds. Four Parma-2 players scored in double figures. Parma-2's coach used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Forward Ivan Karasev (196-2004) produced a double-double by scoring 28 points and 13 rebounds (made all of his ten free throws !!!) and point guard Yaroslav Zaporozhets (183-2002) added 31 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Parma-2 moved-up to tenth place, which they share with defeated Enisey-2. Enisey-2 lost eighth consecutive game. Parma-2 will meet at home higher ranked CSKA U23 (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Enisey-2 will play against Khimki-2 (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Enisey-2: Z.Yaroslav 31+5reb+5ast, K.Ivan 28+13reb, I.Kirill 7+5reb+2ast, S.Egor 7+4reb+2ast, P.Kirill 7+3reb, Y.Maxim 6+1reb+3ast
Parma-2: F.Gleb 21+8reb+3ast, T.Grigoriy 20+7reb+2ast, M.Pavel 13+2reb+8ast, R.Buzvalin 10+1reb, S.Mikhail 8+2reb, M.Dmitry 7+1reb+2ast
gschID: 1021708


Runa-2 - Lokomotiv-2 66-99

The game between Top Four teams took place in Moscow. Their biggest opponent host Runa-2 (25-9) was smashed by third ranked Lokomotiv-2 (25-9) 99-66. Lokomotiv-2 held Runa-2 to an opponent 23.9 percent shooting from the field compared to 59.3 percent accuracy of the winners and made 28-of-34 charity shots (82.4 percent) during the game. Lokomotiv-2 outrebounded Runa-2 40-29 including a 34-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Runa-2's players. Lokomotiv-2 brought some defensive toughness making 10 blocks. Runa-2 was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. The winners were led by forward Kirill Temirov (198-2002) who scored that evening 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Vladimir Zabolotnev (185-2002) supported him with 17 points and 6 assists (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!). Even 12 points and 8 assists by guard Alexandr Zubkov (180-2002) did not help to save the game for Runa-2. Center Boris Mitkin (205-2002, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) added 14 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lokomotiv-2 have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Runa-2. Lokomotiv-2 will play against league's leader MBA-2 in Moscow in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Runa-2 will play at home against Zenit-2 and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Runa-2: M.Boris 14+7reb, G.Pavel 12+3reb, Z.Alexandr 12+3reb+8ast, K.Artem 10+1ast, S.Artem 7+4reb+1ast, N.Vitaly 7+3reb
Lokomotiv-2: T.Kirill 20+5reb+5ast, E.Kirill 17+4reb+3ast, Z.Vladimir 17+3reb+6ast, S.Sergey 12+5reb+1ast, G.Daniil 12+3reb+1ast, G.Daniel 7+1ast
gschID: 1021709


MBA-2 - Zenit-2 54-85

The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked MBA-2 (27-7) in Moscow on Wednesday night. Hosts were rolled over by fifth ranked Zenit-2 (22-12) 85-54. Zenit-2 outrebounded MBA-2 51-30 including a 20-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. 26 personal fouls committed by MBA-2 helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Artem Antipov (201-2004, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 rebounds and center Egor Ryzhov (203-2004, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) who added 14 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Five Zenit-2 players scored in double figures. At the losing side center Maksim Savchenko (208-2004) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds and forward Ivan Zimin (191-2003) scored 9 points and 4 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Defending champion maintains fifth position with 22-12 record. MBA-2 at the other side still keeps top place with seven games lost. Zenit-2 are looking forward to face higher ranked Runa-2 (#3) in Moscow in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. MBA-2 will play at home against the league's second-placed Lokomotiv-2 and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
MBA-2: S.Maksim 13+12reb+2ast, C.Damir 9+2reb, Z.Ivan 9+3reb+4ast, I.Pasha 4+2ast, C.Stepan 4+3reb+1ast, S.Maksim 4+2reb+2ast
Zenit-2: B.Mikhail 16+3reb+3ast, R.Egor 14+9reb+1ast, Z.Pavel 13+4reb+1ast, A.Artem 11+12reb+2ast, K.Artem 10+2reb+5ast, L.Kirill 7+3reb+1ast
gschID: 1021710


Khimki-2 - CSKA U23 66-60

There was a small surprise when sixth ranked Khimki-2 (21-13) beat at home 4th ranked CSKA U23 (23-11) 66-60 on Wednesday. Khimki-2 made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Forward Sergei Kudrin (199-2004) fired a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Guard Vladislav Shaduro (194-2003) chipped in 14 points and 4 assists. Center Dmitry Khalturin (210-2002) produced 8 points and 11 rebounds and guard Evgeniy Borisov (190-2003) added 13 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Khimki-2 have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain sixth position with 21-13 record. Loser CSKA U23 keeps the fourth place with 11 games lost. Khimki-2 will meet at home Enisey-2 (#10) in the next round. CSKA U23 will play against Parma-2 (#11) in Perm and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
CSKA U23: B.Evgeniy 13+3reb, P.Anton 10+4reb+1ast, K.Dmitry 8+11reb, K.Daniil 7+5reb+1ast, M.Maksim 6+4reb, Z.Daniel 6+6ast
Khimki-2: K.Sergei 15+12reb+3ast, S.Vladislav 14+4reb+4ast, Y.Timofey 9+7reb+1ast, P.Ivan 9+6reb+1ast, K.Kirill 8+5reb+6ast, Y.Daniil 5+3reb+3ast
gschID: 1021711


Parma-2 - Enisey-2 102-94

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Perm where 10th ranked Enisey-2 (7-27) was defeated by eleventh ranked Parma-2 (7-27) 102-94 on Wednesday. Parma-2 made 21-of-24 free shots (87.5 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Enisey-2 turnovers. Strangely Enisey-2 outrebounded Parma-2 38-25 including 16 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Guard Grigoriy Tuchkov (183-2003) fired 28 points and 7 assists (made all of his eight free throws) for the winners. Forward Pavel Morozov (200-2003) chipped in 17 points. Parma-2's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Forward Kirill Isaev (199-2004) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) and swingman Aleksandr Gritsenko (195-2004) added 20 points and 10 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Parma-2 moved-up to tenth place, which they share with defeated Enisey-2. Enisey-2 lost eighth consecutive game. Parma-2 will meet at home higher ranked CSKA U23 (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Enisey-2 will play against Khimki-2 (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Enisey-2: G.Aleksandr 20+10reb+2ast, I.Kirill 19+14reb+1ast, Z.Yaroslav 18+6reb+6ast, K.Ivan 13+3reb+3ast, S.Egor 10+2reb, Y.Maxim 10+1reb+3ast
Parma-2: T.Grigoriy 28+4reb+7ast, M.Pavel 17+3reb+2ast, R.Buzvalin 14+2reb+3ast, P.Danil 12+6reb+4ast, E.Ivan 11+1reb+4ast, F.Gleb 7+4reb+4ast
gschID: 1021712


Runa-2 - Lokomotiv-2 55-69

The game between Top Four teams took place in Moscow. Their biggest opponent host Runa-2 (25-9) lost to third ranked Lokomotiv-2 (25-9) 69-55. Lokomotiv-2 made 27-of-34 free shots (79.4 percent) during the game, while Runa-2 only scored ten points from the stripe. Lokomotiv-2 forced 24 Runa-2 turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Lokomotiv-2 made 7 blocks. Forward Kirill Temirov (198-2002) fired 23 points (made all of his nine free throws !!!) for the winners. Center Kirill Elatontsev (207-2002) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds. Guard Alexandr Zubkov (180-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists and center Nikita Malofeev (203-2003) added 12 points and 11 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Lokomotiv-2 have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Runa-2. Lokomotiv-2 will meet league's leader MBA-2 in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Runa-2 will play against Zenit-2 and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Runa-2: Z.Alexandr 12+5reb+10ast, M.Nikita 12+11reb+1ast, G.Pavel 8+8reb+1ast, S.Ivan 6+1ast, S.Artem 6+3reb, V.Egor 4+3reb+1ast
Lokomotiv-2: T.Kirill 23+4reb+1ast, G.Daniel 10+2reb, E.Kirill 10+12reb+1ast, O.Artem 9+7reb, T.Demid 7+5reb, Z.Vladimir 6+1reb+6ast
gschID: 1021713




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SAUDI ARABIA  
Fringe Tall Blacks shine in Saudi Arabia rout as World Cup selection gets tougher - by Eurobasket News
Pero Cameron is going to have some sleepless nights trying to whittle down his Tall Blacks' squad for the Fiba World Cup. Missing a stack of frontline players, the Tall Blacks ran out convincing 110-63 victors over Saudi Arabia in Christchurch on Friday night in their penultimate Asia-Oceania zone qualifying game. The Tall Blacks have already qualified for the World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Indonesia, Japan, and the Philippines in late August-early September. Cutting his squad down to 12 for the global event will be a challenging job for head coach Cameron - especially when you consider the players not at his disposal for this window. When you add in the Webster brothers, Corey and Tai, Shea Ili, Rob Loe, Finn Delany, Yanni Wetzell, among others, the Tall Blacks have some healthy selection headaches. To think how strong they could be if Kiwi NBA star Steven Adams became available and was to suit up. 'I think it's a good thing having a lot of choices,' Cameron said. 'We've still got a lot of things to navigate in front of us. It's February and we're still finishing off the Aussie league and then our New Zealand league starts, so you've got all of that and we start to come together that last week of the [New Zealand] NBL finals, so it's exciting, and it's close, and we've still got to wait on a few things.' You wouldn't have known the Tall Blacks were missing a bunch of their key personnel on Friday - through the looming Australian NBL grand final series, unavailability, and injury. These sides last met in Saudi Arabia in August with the Tall Blacks prevailing 80-65, but it was much easier for the hosts on Friday on home soil - crushing them by 47 points. It was just the bounce back performance Cameron and the side would have been targeting after losing both away fixtures to Jordan and Lebanon in November. 'We had a little talk about it and kind of thought about our last tour where we lost two games and I don't think we've ever lost three in a row, so that was really tough to swallow the last window,' Cameron said. 'It showed in some of the boys and the way our assistant coaches and staff went about it. We knew we needed to get this win.' The Tall Blacks put on an offensive clinic, scoring 110 points on 65% shooting from the field (42/65) and 46% from three point range (12/26). New Zealand made a red-hot start, landing 12 of 16 from the field in the first quarter (75%) to establish a 36-16 lead by the end of the opening 10 minutes. Christchurch lad Ethan Rusbatch (196-G/F-1992, college: Lincoln Trail), back in his hometown, put on a show early, dancing through the Saudi defence and hitting the bucket. Rusbatch a product of Cashmere High School, then drained two threes, helping himself to 10 first quarter points on perfect 4/4 shooting in front of family and friends. Rusbatch, who hasn't missed a game in qualifying, finished with a game high 21 points on 8/11 shooting, including 5/7 from deep - a performance that will have only enhanced his reputation as he pushes for a World Cup spot. By halftime, the Tall Blacks were in complete control, leading by 32 points (65-33) after shooting 23/33 (70%) from the floor in the first half. The Tall Blacks will get a better indication where they're at when they face Group E leaders Lebanon (7-1) in Wellington on Monday, who beat them 77-65 in November. Saudi Arabia, who sit fifth in Group E and had won just two of their eight games, produced some physical play to open the game. They struggled to slow down the Kiwis on offence though, who did a superb job finding the open man and getting strong looks. Fresh off an encouraging ANBL rookie season with the Cairns Taipans, Samuel Waardenburg (208-F-1999, college: Miami, FL), who linked with the national side in Christchurch on Wednesday, made his international debut in the first quarter. Waardenburg was heavily involved, throwing down a dunk in the second term and finishing strongly at the hoop on several occasions. The 24-year-old had a Tall Blacks' debut to remember, notching 17 points, eight rebounds, and three assists in 22 minutes on court.
Courtesy of: stuff.co.nz

Saudi Arabian National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center
Starting five
#s#
Mathna Almarwani
Almarwani
Khalid Abdel-Gabar
Abdel-Gabar
Ali Shubayli
Shubayli
Abdulrahman Fallata
Fallata
Mohammed Kadi
Kadi
#e#5
3Hesham Alrasheed 182-G-2001 Al Fateh Saudi Arabia
6Mathna Almarwani 186-SG-1992 Ittihad Saudi Arabia
9Mohammad Saleh 184-SF-1999 Ohod Saudi Arabia
10Khalid Abdel-Gabar 188-G-1990 Al Hilal Saudi Arabia
12Mohammed Alsuwailem 211-C-1998 Al Hilal Saudi Arabia
20Ali Shubayli 190-SG-1996 Al Ahli Saudi Arabia
23Abdulrahman Fallata 183-SG-1999 Al Wehda Saudi Arabia
25Osama Albargawi 188-G-1998 Al Hilal Saudi Arabia
35Thamer Mohammed 205-C-1997 Al Wehda Saudi Arabia
46Hazim Aljohar 189-G-2003 Al Fateh Saudi Arabia
55Abdulmalik Ashoor 189-G-2002 Ittihad Saudi Arabia
88Mohammed Kadi 192-F-1998 Al Ahli Saudi Arabia

Johan Roijakkers Head Coach Varese Italy
Krikor Krikorian Assistant Al Wehda Saudi Arabia


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SERBIA  
Oostende inks Nikola Jovanovic - by Peter Buyse
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Filou-Oostende (Pro Basketball League) signed 29-year old Serbian ex-international power forward Nikola Jovanovic (211cm-107kg-1994, college: USC, agency: BeoBasket). Jovanovic started the season at N.Novgorod in Russian VTB United League. In 20 games he had 3.5ppg and 2.1rpg.
He has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2016.
Jovanovic was also a member of Serbian international program for some years. He played for Serbian Senior National Team between 2018 and 2019 and previously for University National Team back in 2015.
Jovanovic also represented Serbia at the World University Games in Gwangju (South Korea) eight years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: 4.4ppg, 2.1rpg.
He is quite experienced player. Jovanovic has played also professionally in Bosnia (Igokea), Italy (Trento), Serbia (Crvena Zvezda) and NBA G League (Grand Rapids Gold and Westchester Knicks).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his college team won Bosnia and Herzegovina Cup in 2021.
He graduated from University of Southern California in 2016 and it is his seventh season as a professional player.

Serbian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Serbian National Team 2023
#s#
Nemanja Dangubic
Dangubic
Dejan Davidovac
Davidovac
Nikola Milutinov
Milutinov
Aleksa Radanov
Radanov
Dusan Ristic
Ristic
#e#5
6Nemanja Dangubic 204-F-1993 Promitheas Greece
7Dejan Davidovac 202-SF-1995 CSKA Russia
11Nikola Milutinov 213-C-1994 CSKA Russia
12Aleksa Radanov 201-G/F-1998 Peristeri Greece
14Dusan Ristic 213-C-1995 Galatasaray Turkey
21Marko Jagodic-Kuridza 205-PF-1987 Buducnost Montenegro
24Stefan Jovic 198-G-1990 Zaragoza Spain
25Ognjen Jaramaz 193-SG-1995 Bayern Germany
28Borisa Simanic 210-PF-1998 Zaragoza Spain
34Marko Jeremic 192-G/F-1991 Cedevita Ol. Slovenia
35Dusan Beslac 205-PF-1998 Vojvodina NS Serbia
42Aleksa Uskokovic 189-G-1999 Mega BG Serbia

Svetislav Pesic Head Coach
Oliver Kostic Assistant Spartak Serbia
Marko Marinovic Assistant Borac CA Serbia


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SINGAPORE  
2025 Asia Cup Pre-Qualifiers: Malaysia defeat Singapore in Group F opener - by Eurobasket News
Malaysia - Singapore 75:69

Malaysia defeated Singapore 75-69 in Group F opener of the 2025 Asia Cup Pre-Qualifiers. Trailing 14-15 first in the opening period and then 7 points at the halftime, Malaysia took control of the game in the second half. They replied with a 26-21 run in the third quarter and closed the game with a final 22-14 rally.
Yi-Hou Wong (195-F-1996) top-scored for the winners with 22 points and Chun-Hong Ting (193-G-1996) netted 16. Xian-Fu Ooi (188-SG-2000) followed them with 13 points in a win. Shi-Yu Ng (197-F-2000) replied with 17 points in defeat and Justen Chiam (177-G-2002) netted 12.

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SLOVAKIA  
Slovakian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
#s#
Simon Krajcovic
Krajcovic
Michal Fusek
Fusek
Vladimir Brodziansky
Brodziansky
Samuel Volarik
Volarik
Timotej Malovec
Malovec
#e#5
3Matej Majercak 188-SG-1999 NH Ostrava Czech Republic
5Simon Krajcovic 188-PG-1994 Bremerhaven Germany
6Michal Fusek 223-C-1995 Spisski Rytieri Slovakia
7David Novak 195-F-2003 Nymburk Czech Republic
10Vladimir Brodziansky 210-F/C-1994 Joventut Spain
14David Abraham 193-SF-1996 Levice Slovakia
18Martin Bachan 203-F/C-1995 Levice Slovakia
21Marek Dolezaj 208-F-1998 Muenster Germany
22Dalibor Hlivak 190-G-1995 Spisski Rytieri Slovakia
24Samuel Volarik 194-F/G-2000 Komarno Slovakia
31Viktor Juricek 211-C/F-1993 Spisski Rytieri Slovakia
88Timotej Malovec 200-F-2004 OKK Beograd Serbia

Aramis Naglic Head Coach Vienna Austria
Zlatko Jovanovic Assistant Komarno Slovakia
Michal Madzin Assistant Levice Slovakia


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SLOVENIA  
Slovenian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Slovenian National Team 2023
#s#
Urban Klavzar
Klavzar
Robert Jurkovic
Jurkovic
Ziga Samar
Samar
Aleksej Nikolic
Nikolic
Rok Radovic
Radovic
#e#5
1Urban Klavzar 184-PG-2004 Murcia Spain
2Robert Jurkovic 199-F-2002 Krka Slovenia
4Ziga Samar 197-PG-2001 Hamburg Germany
6Aleksej Nikolic 191-PG-1995 Brescia Italy
9Rok Radovic 200-SG-2001 Cedevita Ol. Slovenia
21Blaz Mahkovic 201-F-1990 Helios Suns Slovenia
22Sasa Ciani 205-PF-2003 Cedevita Jr. Croatia
25Petar Vujacic 196-SG-2000 Mornar Montenegro
32Bine Prepelic 200-PF-2001 Charleroi Belgium
33Gregor Glas 195-SG-2001 Mornar Montenegro
34Jurij Macura 211-F/C-1999 Krka Slovenia
37Leon Stergar 193-SG-2000 Krka Slovenia

Aleksander Sekulic Head Coach Lokomotiv Russia
Dalibor Damjanovic Assistant Krka Slovenia
Dejan Mihevc Assistant Wuerzburg Germany


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SPAIN  
Stats Leaders-LEB Silver
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Wright_Kedar

Tobarra
(191-G-1994)
Avg: 28.3

Salam
28.3
Mills
27.8
Pemsl
22.6
Herreros
20.9
Pellegrino
20.5
Melwin Pantzar (Real Valladolid Baloncesto) Will Never Forget Luka Doncic Breaking Out His Phone To Make A Selfie Of Him And Giving The Kid The Spotlight In His ACB Debut With Real Madrid - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber
It is no secret with all the incredible shots and passes Luka Doncic has done that he would be crowned Magic. He is on his way to possibly becoming the GOAT, but not only on the court is Doncic incredible, but also off the court he has a big heart for his fans. One could imagine that after having to put up with fans day in and day out in the NBA, that his humbleness and generosity could have waned a bit over the last years, but it hasn't. No matter where he goes, someone wants a piece of that Luka Magic. It wasn't any different at the 2022 Euro when he was in Cologne with Slovenia and no matter if before or after the game, he always had time for his fans in front of the team hotel. I witnessed it myself and it isn't only fans and journalists like myself, but also teammates that are amazed by his humbleness. Imagine coming to Madrid as a 16 year old from Sweden and a year later at age 17 being teammates with Luka Doncic with Real Madrid. That is exactly what happened to Swedish national player point guard Melwin Pantzar. He had the unbelievable honor to witness Doncic play his last season in Europe before going over the pond to conquer the NBA. So often you see Luka Doncic sporting that massive smile on photos or on camera where you just wish he could be your best friend. Pantzar was able to experience exactly how humble of a guy he was when he played his first ACB game. 'Luka was a great teammate. I remember when I made my debut with the first team, he was the one who took a selfie with me after the game and congratulated me. Which was a wonderful gesture. He treated everybody the same way even being a superstar. He tried to help the younger players always', remembered Melwin Pantzar. Not many guys can boast that they were able to practice with Luka Doncic on a daily basis. I would have guessed his mid range game or passing would have been that are where he would of soaked up the most from. 'His passing and how he was able to move with his own speed. You can see it today in his game, that he plays at his own pace, which is amazing', stressed Melwin Pantzar who once guard him in the World Cup qualifiers when Sweden played Slovenia.

Melwin Pantzar who lists ex NBA player Shane Larkin as his toughest foe in his career besides Luka Doncic was born on April 20th, 2000 in Valsta Sweden. He came to Real Madrid in 2016 and would remain 3 years. In his first season he played with their farm team averaging 5.0ppg, 1.9rpg, 1.3apg and played also for the junior team. In his second season he finally made his ACB debut and also continued to play for Real Madrid 2 (EBA) and made a massive jump averaging 11.4ppg, 3.5rpg, 2.6apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 46.7%, 3PT: 31.8%, FT: 85.9%. He had some huge games in the EBA scoring 26 points against Guadalajara and 22 points against Almansa. He also played 3 ACB games playing a total of 33 minutes and scored 4 points in 20 minutes against Gran Canaria. He began that game and for him being nervous was an understatement. 'Yes I was and still I am. But you just got to play it through', warned Melwin Pantzar. Americans that come overseas always have a wake up call to being overseas for the first time and for him he obviously had a wake up call to being a member of Euroleague team Real Madrid. 'It was a dream coming true. Seeing some of the best players in Europe each and every day. It was kind of a shock in the beginning but then you get used to it. My wake up call was when I started to play 1on1 with Sergio Llull', remembered Melwin Pantzar. In his last season he was able to only get into 5 ACB games and made his Euroleague debut against Baskonia scoring 3 points and dishing out an assist in 8 minutes. His 3 years in Madrid was obviously an eye opening experience and one he will never forget especially learning the art of basketball every day from Spanish national player Sergio Llull. 'When I left to Real Madrid I wasn't really a pure PG. But when I came there they tried to teach me more how to take care of the team. When to attack, how to set people up and lead the team. Sergio Llull was the first person I heard about arriving to Spain. And seeing him playing at that level he did when he won EL MVP was just amazing. Always making the clutch shots, a true inspiration', added Melwin Pantzar'.

The defensive specialist who lists Facundo Campazzo Dee Bost Sergio Llull Jeffery Taylor and Edy Tavares as his 5 best teammates of all-time then made the move to RAS Monaco Basket (Jeep ELITE ProA). Here he had tough competition once again as he played only 5 Pro A games averaging 3.2ppg, 2.0rpg, 1.2apg while also playing 1 Eurocup game and also playing with their U21 (France-ProA U21) averaging 12.9ppg, 5.4rpg, 5.4apg, 2.8spg, FGP: 45.8%, 3PT: 10.0%, FT: 77.6%. He even achieved a rare triple double against Le Mans in the youth league. Once again he profited much and remembers 2 people helping him immensely along the way. 'It was a really good experience, even though cut short due to COVID. But I loved it there, Sasa Obradovic who is an amazing and really demanding coach taught me a lot of things. Especially on the defensive end. It was good for me to play with the U21 team. Norris Cole was a great guy, he tried to help me out when he noticed something I did wrong. He brought positive energy every day', remembered Melwin Pantzar. He won't only never forget guys like Doncic, Llull and Cole, but also living in world class cities. 'Madrid is a really big city, so you could explore it more. I was there for 3 years so I had my restaurants that I got to know with time. Monaco was smaller, but very beautiful, especially the water', remembered Melwin Pantzar. After playing for top organizations Real Madrid and Monaco, the young Swede took a step back to play with Real Valladolid Baloncesto (Spain-LEB Gold). Sometimes taking a step back later results in being able to take 2 steps forward. So far this decision has paid off as he has continued to raise his game each season and currently is averaging 15,7ppg, 3,5rpg, 3,6apg and 1,8spg. 'It was the most important decision of my career until now I would say. After almost not playing in my last year in Madrid and just playing a bit in Monaco I really needed to take a step back and enjoy just playing basketball again. I've gotten way more confident in my game, had coaches who believed in me, was allowed to make mistake and getting more mature when it comes to reading the game', stated Melwin Pantzar. Being able to play with against very talented Spanish players as well as in one of if not the best second division overseas has helped him mature and develop further. 'It's been a great experience, Spanish players are really smart and read the game very well, which is what I needed to get better at. The league is physical and high pace. I don't think they really care which country you from, but more how you play the game. I would say Leb Oro is an underrated league. There are people here that I know for sure would be able to play in the highest leagues in Europe. You could see how good the teams are also, for example when teams go down from ACB, how hard it is to go up again', commented Melwin Pantzar.

The talented guard who has Dwyane Wade LeBron James MJ and Shaq on his personal NBA Mount Rushmore played for all Swedish youth national teams and won the Addidas Next generation tournament in Munich in 2018. 'A fun memory that I will remember all my life. Playing international at that age was something big. Just seeing how big basketball is and how many big talents Europe have. I would say Goga Bitadze, Deividas Sirvydis and Theo Maledon stood out', remembered Melwin Pantzar. He has been part of the Swedish national team since 2020 and is a part of a young core of players with Bobi Klintman, Pelle Larson, Elliot Cadeu, and Kenny Photo who are the future of Swedish basketball. Just like with club basketball, he continues to make strides and develop further with the Swedish national team. His minutes and responsibility continue to climb. 'My role was mostly defensive at the beginning, matching up with the other teams best player. But with time the coaching staff gave me more and more freedom on offense also, setting up my teammates and attacking the rim. I don't really think about that right now, I'm happy as long as I can contribute and we winning games', stressed Melwin Pantzar. Just like with Sergio Llull in Madrid, he has found his mentor in Swedish veteran Tobias Borg in the national team. 'He's helped me a lot, he's a real veteran. Always showing up to camp in shape and focused. It's a pleasure playing and seeing how he tackles every game/practice', expressed Melwin Pantzar. He had some big games against Israel scoring 18 points and 11 points.

The ex Real Madrid player who believes that Lebron James is the GOAT is a 190cm guard that likes how Euroleague players Pierra Henry and Corey Higgins play. One could compare his game to Milwaukee Bucks point guard Jru Holiday, because he likes to attack the rim, draw fouls and kick out the ball to his teammates and not to forget defends with passion something that gets him hyped before games. His defense is something that often gets his offense going as he loves to run the break. 'I'm a defender who's going to try to pressure so my opponent isn't comfortable, be a bit annoying on ball. If I'm off ball I'm trying to read the attack so I can steal the ball from the weak side most of the time, or on handoffs. I would like to get better at being closer to my man on pin down screens', warned Melwin Pantzar. He knows that in order to get back to the Euroleague, he will need to make certain adjustments with his offensive game. 'I'm working mostly on my shooting. 3s, pull up 3s, and of 1on1. I would like to get a better floater also', stressed Melwin Pantzar. It will be interesting to see where the basketball journey of Melwin Pantzar will go in the next few years. What really is riding in his corner is that he is still so young with 22. One thing that also really stands out is his character. He is a guy that hasn't taken anything for granted in his career, but is super humble. Not many guys can say they played with Real Madrid and Luca Doncic as a teenager. He knows that getting back to places like that will take continued hard work. 'I'm really thankful, some days you forget how fortunate you are playing basketball each and every day. It's a big thing playing for a club such as Real Madrid, it's one of the biggest clubs in the world, and Monaco which is a kind of up and coming club with great ambition. It was two great experiences', stressed Melwin Pantzar. It won't surprise anyone when that really great great next experience comes about.
Spanish National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
#s#
Alberto Diaz
Diaz
Ruben Guerrero
Guerrero
Juan Nunez
Nunez
Joel Parra
Parra
Tyson Perez
Perez
#e#5
1Tyson Perez 202-PF-1996 Real Betis Spain
3Josep Busquets 201-G/F-1999 Joventut Spain
4Eric Vila 211-F-1998 Girona Spain
5Sergi Garcia 193-G-1997 Rio Breogan Spain
9Alberto Diaz 188-G-1994 Unicaja Spain
10Francisco Alonso 191-G-1996 Bilbao Spain
12Miquel Salvo 205-PF-1994 Gran Canaria Spain
13Ruben Guerrero 213-C-1995 Obradoiro Spain
20Ferran Bassas 181-G-1992 Gran Canaria Spain
24Juan Nunez 192-PG-2004 Ulm Germany
33Jaume Sorolla 213-C-1997 Girona Spain
44Joel Parra 202-F-2000 Joventut Spain

Luis Guil Head Coach Shiga L-Stars Japan
Victor Garcia Assistant Gran Canaria Spain


Esparreguera adds Nogues to their roster - by Eurobasket News
Tenea-CB-Esparreguera (EBA) added to their roster 20-year old shooting guard Eduard Nogues (193cm-2003, agency: Interperformances). Nogues started the season at Socuellamos. In 12 EBA games he recorded just 2.1ppg and 1.3rpg.
He has played previously for Artes.

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SWEDEN  
BasketEttan standings
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Andersson_Hampus

Nassjo
(-G-2001)
Avg: 24.1

Andersson
24.1
Ekh
23.9
Kobylak-B.
23.5
Herring
21.6
Rask
20.5
Melwin Pantzar (Real Valladolid Baloncesto) Will Never Forget Luka Doncic Breaking Out His Phone To Make A Selfie Of Him And Giving The Kid The Spotlight In His ACB Debut With Real Madrid - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber
It is no secret with all the incredible shots and passes Luka Doncic has done that he would be crowned Magic. He is on his way to possibly becoming the GOAT, but not only on the court is Doncic incredible, but also off the court he has a big heart for his fans. One could imagine that after having to put up with fans day in and day out in the NBA, that his humbleness and generosity could have waned a bit over the last years, but it hasn't. No matter where he goes, someone wants a piece of that Luka Magic. It wasn't any different at the 2022 Euro when he was in Cologne with Slovenia and no matter if before or after the game, he always had time for his fans in front of the team hotel. I witnessed it myself and it isn't only fans and journalists like myself, but also teammates that are amazed by his humbleness. Imagine coming to Madrid as a 16 year old from Sweden and a year later at age 17 being teammates with Luka Doncic with Real Madrid. That is exactly what happened to Swedish national player point guard Melwin Pantzar. He had the unbelievable honor to witness Doncic play his last season in Europe before going over the pond to conquer the NBA. So often you see Luka Doncic sporting that massive smile on photos or on camera where you just wish he could be your best friend. Pantzar was able to experience exactly how humble of a guy he was when he played his first ACB game. 'Luka was a great teammate. I remember when I made my debut with the first team, he was the one who took a selfie with me after the game and congratulated me. Which was a wonderful gesture. He treated everybody the same way even being a superstar. He tried to help the younger players always', remembered Melwin Pantzar. Not many guys can boast that they were able to practice with Luka Doncic on a daily basis. I would have guessed his mid range game or passing would have been that are where he would of soaked up the most from. 'His passing and how he was able to move with his own speed. You can see it today in his game, that he plays at his own pace, which is amazing', stressed Melwin Pantzar who once guard him in the World Cup qualifiers when Sweden played Slovenia.

Melwin Pantzar who lists ex NBA player Shane Larkin as his toughest foe in his career besides Luka Doncic was born on April 20th, 2000 in Valsta Sweden. He came to Real Madrid in 2016 and would remain 3 years. In his first season he played with their farm team averaging 5.0ppg, 1.9rpg, 1.3apg and played also for the junior team. In his second season he finally made his ACB debut and also continued to play for Real Madrid 2 (EBA) and made a massive jump averaging 11.4ppg, 3.5rpg, 2.6apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 46.7%, 3PT: 31.8%, FT: 85.9%. He had some huge games in the EBA scoring 26 points against Guadalajara and 22 points against Almansa. He also played 3 ACB games playing a total of 33 minutes and scored 4 points in 20 minutes against Gran Canaria. He began that game and for him being nervous was an understatement. 'Yes I was and still I am. But you just got to play it through', warned Melwin Pantzar. Americans that come overseas always have a wake up call to being overseas for the first time and for him he obviously had a wake up call to being a member of Euroleague team Real Madrid. 'It was a dream coming true. Seeing some of the best players in Europe each and every day. It was kind of a shock in the beginning but then you get used to it. My wake up call was when I started to play 1on1 with Sergio Llull', remembered Melwin Pantzar. In his last season he was able to only get into 5 ACB games and made his Euroleague debut against Baskonia scoring 3 points and dishing out an assist in 8 minutes. His 3 years in Madrid was obviously an eye opening experience and one he will never forget especially learning the art of basketball every day from Spanish national player Sergio Llull. 'When I left to Real Madrid I wasn't really a pure PG. But when I came there they tried to teach me more how to take care of the team. When to attack, how to set people up and lead the team. Sergio Llull was the first person I heard about arriving to Spain. And seeing him playing at that level he did when he won EL MVP was just amazing. Always making the clutch shots, a true inspiration', added Melwin Pantzar'.

The defensive specialist who lists Facundo Campazzo Dee Bost Sergio Llull Jeffery Taylor and Edy Tavares as his 5 best teammates of all-time then made the move to RAS Monaco Basket (Jeep ELITE ProA). Here he had tough competition once again as he played only 5 Pro A games averaging 3.2ppg, 2.0rpg, 1.2apg while also playing 1 Eurocup game and also playing with their U21 (France-ProA U21) averaging 12.9ppg, 5.4rpg, 5.4apg, 2.8spg, FGP: 45.8%, 3PT: 10.0%, FT: 77.6%. He even achieved a rare triple double against Le Mans in the youth league. Once again he profited much and remembers 2 people helping him immensely along the way. 'It was a really good experience, even though cut short due to COVID. But I loved it there, Sasa Obradovic who is an amazing and really demanding coach taught me a lot of things. Especially on the defensive end. It was good for me to play with the U21 team. Norris Cole was a great guy, he tried to help me out when he noticed something I did wrong. He brought positive energy every day', remembered Melwin Pantzar. He won't only never forget guys like Doncic, Llull and Cole, but also living in world class cities. 'Madrid is a really big city, so you could explore it more. I was there for 3 years so I had my restaurants that I got to know with time. Monaco was smaller, but very beautiful, especially the water', remembered Melwin Pantzar. After playing for top organizations Real Madrid and Monaco, the young Swede took a step back to play with Real Valladolid Baloncesto (Spain-LEB Gold). Sometimes taking a step back later results in being able to take 2 steps forward. So far this decision has paid off as he has continued to raise his game each season and currently is averaging 15,7ppg, 3,5rpg, 3,6apg and 1,8spg. 'It was the most important decision of my career until now I would say. After almost not playing in my last year in Madrid and just playing a bit in Monaco I really needed to take a step back and enjoy just playing basketball again. I've gotten way more confident in my game, had coaches who believed in me, was allowed to make mistake and getting more mature when it comes to reading the game', stated Melwin Pantzar. Being able to play with against very talented Spanish players as well as in one of if not the best second division overseas has helped him mature and develop further. 'It's been a great experience, Spanish players are really smart and read the game very well, which is what I needed to get better at. The league is physical and high pace. I don't think they really care which country you from, but more how you play the game. I would say Leb Oro is an underrated league. There are people here that I know for sure would be able to play in the highest leagues in Europe. You could see how good the teams are also, for example when teams go down from ACB, how hard it is to go up again', commented Melwin Pantzar.

The talented guard who has Dwyane Wade LeBron James MJ and Shaq on his personal NBA Mount Rushmore played for all Swedish youth national teams and won the Addidas Next generation tournament in Munich in 2018. 'A fun memory that I will remember all my life. Playing international at that age was something big. Just seeing how big basketball is and how many big talents Europe have. I would say Goga Bitadze, Deividas Sirvydis and Theo Maledon stood out', remembered Melwin Pantzar. He has been part of the Swedish national team since 2020 and is a part of a young core of players with Bobi Klintman, Pelle Larson, Elliot Cadeu, and Kenny Photo who are the future of Swedish basketball. Just like with club basketball, he continues to make strides and develop further with the Swedish national team. His minutes and responsibility continue to climb. 'My role was mostly defensive at the beginning, matching up with the other teams best player. But with time the coaching staff gave me more and more freedom on offense also, setting up my teammates and attacking the rim. I don't really think about that right now, I'm happy as long as I can contribute and we winning games', stressed Melwin Pantzar. Just like with Sergio Llull in Madrid, he has found his mentor in Swedish veteran Tobias Borg in the national team. 'He's helped me a lot, he's a real veteran. Always showing up to camp in shape and focused. It's a pleasure playing and seeing how he tackles every game/practice', expressed Melwin Pantzar. He had some big games against Israel scoring 18 points and 11 points.

The ex Real Madrid player who believes that Lebron James is the GOAT is a 190cm guard that likes how Euroleague players Pierra Henry and Corey Higgins play. One could compare his game to Milwaukee Bucks point guard Jru Holiday, because he likes to attack the rim, draw fouls and kick out the ball to his teammates and not to forget defends with passion something that gets him hyped before games. His defense is something that often gets his offense going as he loves to run the break. 'I'm a defender who's going to try to pressure so my opponent isn't comfortable, be a bit annoying on ball. If I'm off ball I'm trying to read the attack so I can steal the ball from the weak side most of the time, or on handoffs. I would like to get better at being closer to my man on pin down screens', warned Melwin Pantzar. He knows that in order to get back to the Euroleague, he will need to make certain adjustments with his offensive game. 'I'm working mostly on my shooting. 3s, pull up 3s, and of 1on1. I would like to get a better floater also', stressed Melwin Pantzar. It will be interesting to see where the basketball journey of Melwin Pantzar will go in the next few years. What really is riding in his corner is that he is still so young with 22. One thing that also really stands out is his character. He is a guy that hasn't taken anything for granted in his career, but is super humble. Not many guys can say they played with Real Madrid and Luca Doncic as a teenager. He knows that getting back to places like that will take continued hard work. 'I'm really thankful, some days you forget how fortunate you are playing basketball each and every day. It's a big thing playing for a club such as Real Madrid, it's one of the biggest clubs in the world, and Monaco which is a kind of up and coming club with great ambition. It was two great experiences', stressed Melwin Pantzar. It won't surprise anyone when that really great great next experience comes about.
Swedish National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Swedish National Team 2023
#s#
Denzel Andersson
Andersson
Charles Barton
Barton
Felix Terins
Terins
Alexander Lindqvist
Lindqvist
Nicholas Spires
Spires
#e#5
1Denzel Andersson 204-F-1996 Bilbao Spain
4Charles Barton 193-PG-1992 Nassjo Sweden
7Felix Terins 188-PG-1998 Zwolle Holland
14Alexander Lindqvist 205-F-1991 Sodertalje Sweden
16Nicholas Spires 210-C/F-1994 Norrkoping Sweden
19Melwin Pantzar 190-PG-2000 Valladolid Spain
20Elias Desport 203-F-1992 Norrkoping Sweden
24Elliot Cadeau 189-PG-2004 Link Year Prep USA
27Zaba Bangala 202-F-2001 Bonn Germany
31Barra Njie 191-PG-2001 Iraurgi SB Spain
44David Hook 197-F-1999 Castello Spain
99Karl Olle Lundqvist 199-G/F-1999 Coruna Spain

Ludwig Degernas Head Coach Sodertalje Sweden
Mikko Riipinen Assistant Norrkoping Sweden
Joakim Kallman Assistant Nassjo Sweden


Moberg's double-double lands him Superettan Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News
22-year old guard Gustav Moberg (189-G-2000) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Tureberg and receives a Hoops Agents Superettan Player of the Week award for round 23.
He got a double-double of 32 points and 10 assists, while his team crushed Sloga Uppsala (#12, 6-14) with 23-point margin 95-72. Tureberg maintains the 4th position in Swedish Superettan. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Tureberg will need more victories to improve their 12-8 record. In the team's last game Moberg had a remarkable 60.0% from 2-point range and got three three-pointers out of 7 attempts. It's his second year at Tureberg and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Moberg has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (2nd best: 24.9ppg).

Second best performed player last round was Andreas Von Uthmann (197-F-1996) of IK Eos. He is a forward in his 5th season at IK Eos. In the last game Von Uthmann recorded impressive double-double of 30 points and 14 rebounds. Bad luck as IK Eos was edged by slightly higher-ranked Wetterbygden (#8, 9-11) 98-94. This loss caused IK Eos to drop to 9th position in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 9-12 record. Von Uthmann is one of the most experienced players at IK Eos and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 21.8ppg (#5). He also registered 11.3 boards per game.

Third place about best performers goes to Nassim Mrabty (1999) of Huddinge (#13). Mrabty got into 30-points club by scoring 31 points in the last round. He went also for seven rebounds and five assists. He was a key player of Huddinge, leading his team to a 75-73 win against the higher-ranked AIK Basket (#7, 9-11). Mrabty has individually a great season in Sweden. After 11 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 4.3apg (9th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Flavio Gomes (194-G/F-1988) of Wetterbygden - 33 points and 14 rebounds
5. Edvin Stark (183-PG-1999) of Ockelbo - 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists
6. Jonathan Peleg (191-G-1994) of Hogsbo - 29 points and 6 rebounds
7. Jakob Stenhede (208-F-1995) of Sloga Uppsala - 17 points and 13 rebounds
8. Opong Bramble (201-F-1997) of Ockelbo - 24 points and 10 rebounds
9. John Thornblom (194-G-2000) of Tureberg - 10 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists
10. Kristoffer Gronhage (189-G-1992) of Wetterbygden - 23 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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


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SWITZERLAND  
Swiss National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Starting five
#s#
Anthony Polite
Polite
Paul Gravet
Gravet
Jonathan Kazadi
Kazadi
Roberto Kovac
Kovac
Killian Martin
Martin
#e#5
1Michel-Ofik Nzege 203-F-1992 Aalst Belgium
2Anthony Polite 198-G-1997 Hamburg Germany
5Paul Gravet 204-F-1995 Fribourg Switzerland
6Jonathan Kazadi 195-PG-1991 Fribourg Switzerland
7Selim Fofana 193-G-1999 Podgorica Montenegro
9Roberto Kovac 190-G/F-1990 Massagno Switzerland
13Killian Martin 204-F-1998 Neuchatel Switzerland
17Vigdon Memishi 213-C-1999 Neuchatel Switzerland
20Arnaud Cotture 201-F/C-1995 Fribourg Switzerland
24Robert Zinn 197-PG-1995 Lugano Switzerland
30Noah Burrell 193-G-1997 Vitre France
40Eliott Kubler 203-F-1998 Vevey Riviera Switzerland

Ilias Papatheodorou Head Coach Kolossos HH Greece
Dimitrios Menoudakos Assistant AEK Greece
Patrick Pembele Assistant Monthey Switzerland


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TAIWAN  
Byron Mullens gets MVP of the Week award for Taiwanese PLeague+ - by Eurobasket News
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Experienced American-British Byron Mullens (213-C-1989, agency: BeoBasket) put on an amazing game in the last round for league's leader Kings and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents PLeague+ Player of the Week award for round 22.
The 33-year old center had a double-double of 44 points and twenty four rebounds, while his team crushed Lioneers (#4, 10-14) with 17-point margin 102-85. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Kings to consolidate first place in the Taiwanese PLeague+. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Kings has a very solid 15-5 record, but they cannot be too comfortable about keeping top position. In the team's last game Mullens had a remarkable 70.0% from 2-point range. It's his second year at Kings and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Ohio State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Mullens is in league's top in points (4th best: 22.0ppg) and averages solid 1.6bpg and 59.2% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American power forward Chris Johnson (210-F/C-1985) of Fubon Braves. Johnson impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 36 points and 17 rebounds. Of course he led Fubon Braves to another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Lioneers (#4, 10-14) 131-101. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Fubon Braves consolidated its place in top 3 of the standings. His team's 14-9 record is not bad at all. Johnson is a newcomer at Fubon Braves 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 23.4ppg (#2). His other stats are also decent: 15.3rpg and 4.1apg.

The third best performed player last round was Canadian Anthony Bennett (203-F-1993) of Lioneers (#4). Bennett got into 30-points club by scoring 33 points in the last round. He went also for twenty three rebounds and five assists. Despite Bennett's great performance Lioneers lost 85-102 to #1 ranked Kings. But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The chances of Lioneers ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 14 games, recording just ten victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Bennett could help Lioneers to bring them higher in the standings. Bennett has a great season in Taiwan. After 12 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 24.4ppg (best scorer) and rebounds with 13.0rpg (4th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Michael Singletary (198-F-1988) of Fubon Braves - 34 points, 13 rebounds and 7 assists
5. Viacheslav Kravtsov (212-C-1987) of Steelers - 26 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Brandon Gilbeck (213-C-1996) of Dreamers - 18 points, 15 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Jeff Ayres (206-F-1987) of Pilots - 19 points, 15 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Ilkan Karaman (205-PF-1990) of Dreamers - 23 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Jason Washburn (213-C-1990) of Pilots - 25 points and 12 rebounds
10. Terrico White (196-G-1990) of Lioneers - 25 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists

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

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


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TURKEY  
Turkish National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
Turkish National Team 2023
#s#
Sehmus Hazer
Hazer
Yigitcan Saybir
Saybir
Yigit Arslan
Arslan
Berke Buyuktuncel
Buyuktuncel
Onuralp Bitim
Bitim
#e#5
2Sehmus Hazer 190-G-1999 Fenerbahce Turkey
3Yigitcan Saybir 203-PF-1999 Bursaspor Turkey
7Yigit Arslan 198-G/F-1996 Bahcesehir Turkey
9Berke Buyuktuncel 202-F-2004 Tofas Turkey
10Onuralp Bitim 196-G/F-1999 Bursaspor Turkey
12Sadik Kabaca 208-PF-2000 Galatasaray Turkey
13Okben Ulubay 201-G/F-1997 Besiktas Turkey
14Furkan Haltali 207-C-2002 Anadolu Efes Turkey
17Berk Ugurlu 192-PG-1996 Tofas Turkey
18Dogus Ozdemiroglu 191-PG-1996 Darussafaka Turkey
24Ercan Osmani 206-C/F-1998 Darussafaka Turkey
25Kenan Sipahi 197-PG-1995 Pinar Karsiyaka Turkey

Hakan Demir Head Coach Dinamo B. Romania
Cenk Yildirim Assistant Anadolu Efes Turkey
Mehmet Okur Assistant


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UKRAINE  
Ukrainian National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
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Oleksandr Lypovyy
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Artem Pustovyi
Pustovyi
Bogdan Bliznyuk
Bliznyuk
Volodymyr Gerun
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Illya Sidorov
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7Denys Lukashov 188-SG-1989 Prometey Ukraine
11Oleksandr Lypovyy 203-SF-1991 Prometey Ukraine
13Vyacheslav Bobrov 203-F-1992 Budivelnyk Ukraine
17Andrii Voinalovych 207-PF-1999 Tartu Estonia
23Artem Pustovyi 219-C-1992 Murcia Spain
30Issuf Sanon 194-PG-1999 Prometey Ukraine
32Bogdan Bliznyuk 198-G/F-1995 Budivelnyk Ukraine
50Oleksandr Kovliar 188-PG-2002 Kalev/Cramo Estonia
52Volodymyr Gerun 208-C-1994 Real Betis Spain
55Illya Sidorov 184-PG-1996 Prometey Ukraine

Ainars Bagatskis Head Coach Voluntari Romania
Raimonds Feldmanis Assistant Riga Centrs Latvia


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UNITED KINGDOM  
British National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic
British National Team 2023
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Jordan Williams
Williams
Benjamin Mockford
Mockford
Amin Adamu
Adamu
Michael Belle
Belle
Noah Horchler
Horchler
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1Jordan Williams 203-PF-1995 Hubner NBS Hungary
3Benjamin Mockford 188-G-1989 Newcastle E. United Kingdom
4Amin Adamu 196-G-1997 Kapfenberg Austria
10Michael Belle 200-F-2003 Strasbourg France
14Noah Horchler 203-F-1998 Aris Greece
15Kyle Johnson 195-G-1988 Newcastle E. United Kingdom
17Josh Sharma 213-C-1995 London L. United Kingdom
21Callum Lawson 198-F-1996 Valur Iceland
24Carl Wheatle 200-F-1998 Pistoia Italy
28Aaron Menzies 221-C-1996 Leicester R. United Kingdom
30Quinn Ellis 193-G-2003 Monferrato Italy
33Jelani Watson-Gayle 186-PG-1998 Bristol Flyers United Kingdom

Marc Steutel Head Coach Newcastle E. United Kingdom
Gareth Murray Assistant Caledonia G. United Kingdom
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URUGUAY  
USA qualifies for this summer's basketball World Cup with a game to spare after defeating Uruguay 88-77, as Langston Galloway leads the way with 21 points - by Eurobasket News
USA Basketball is heading to this summer's FIBA World Cup. The Americans clinched their berth in the 32-team field on Thursday night, rallying for an 88-77 win at Uruguay. The U.S. secured one of the seven World Cup berths allocated to the FIBA Americas region. Langston Galloway (188-G-1991, college: St.Joseph's), who played in more qualifying games than any U.S. player in this cycle, took over down the stretch. He scored 11 consecutive fourth-quarter points for the Americans - part of that being a personal 8-0 run that included a four-point play - to help clinch the game, and the World Cup spot. Galloway scored 21 points for the U.S., which plays its qualifying finale at Brazil on Sunday. The Americans will be in Manila for the entirety of the World Cup; other games will be played in Indonesia and Japan, but FIBA already decided the U.S. would stay in the Philippines for the tournament. For the Americans, clinching capped a 15-month process - spanning 11 games, with six different rosters and utilizing 52 different players. It's virtually certain that none of those players will be in the Philippines with the Americans this summer for the World Cup; G League or international-based players were primarily used in qualifying, but a roster of NBA players will be put together for the tournament. The coaching staff will be different as well; Jim Boylen has led the Americans in all six of the two-game qualifying windows, but USA Basketball national team coach Steve Kerr of the Golden State Warriors - assisted by Erik Spoelstra of the Miami Heat, Tyronn Lue of the Los Angeles Clippers and Mark Few of Gonzaga - will lead the team this summer. The U.S. has won the World Cup, previously called the world championships, five times. But the team sent to the most recent World Cup at China in 2019 finished seventh - the worst finish ever by an American men's team in a major tournament. The previous worst was sixth at the 2002 world championships. The Americans bounced back at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, winning gold for the fourth consecutive time. And now the next U.S. team - the roster is unclear - will be tasked with bringing home gold from Manila. Uruguay took control early, leading 18-7 after the first quarter and building a 41-27 lead with about a minute to go in the first half. But the U.S. offense came alive in the third, scoring 30 points in that 10-minute period - one more than the Americans managed in the first two quarters combined. It was 59-58 U.S. going into the fourth, and then Galloway and the Americans ran away.
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USA  
USA qualifies for this summer's basketball World Cup with a game to spare after defeating Uruguay 88-77, as Langston Galloway leads the way with 21 points - by Eurobasket News
USA Basketball is heading to this summer's FIBA World Cup. The Americans clinched their berth in the 32-team field on Thursday night, rallying for an 88-77 win at Uruguay. The U.S. secured one of the seven World Cup berths allocated to the FIBA Americas region. Langston Galloway (188-G-1991, college: St.Joseph's), who played in more qualifying games than any U.S. player in this cycle, took over down the stretch. He scored 11 consecutive fourth-quarter points for the Americans - part of that being a personal 8-0 run that included a four-point play - to help clinch the game, and the World Cup spot. Galloway scored 21 points for the U.S., which plays its qualifying finale at Brazil on Sunday. The Americans will be in Manila for the entirety of the World Cup; other games will be played in Indonesia and Japan, but FIBA already decided the U.S. would stay in the Philippines for the tournament. For the Americans, clinching capped a 15-month process - spanning 11 games, with six different rosters and utilizing 52 different players. It's virtually certain that none of those players will be in the Philippines with the Americans this summer for the World Cup; G League or international-based players were primarily used in qualifying, but a roster of NBA players will be put together for the tournament. The coaching staff will be different as well; Jim Boylen has led the Americans in all six of the two-game qualifying windows, but USA Basketball national team coach Steve Kerr of the Golden State Warriors - assisted by Erik Spoelstra of the Miami Heat, Tyronn Lue of the Los Angeles Clippers and Mark Few of Gonzaga - will lead the team this summer. The U.S. has won the World Cup, previously called the world championships, five times. But the team sent to the most recent World Cup at China in 2019 finished seventh - the worst finish ever by an American men's team in a major tournament. The previous worst was sixth at the 2002 world championships. The Americans bounced back at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, winning gold for the fourth consecutive time. And now the next U.S. team - the roster is unclear - will be tasked with bringing home gold from Manila. Uruguay took control early, leading 18-7 after the first quarter and building a 41-27 lead with about a minute to go in the first half. But the U.S. offense came alive in the third, scoring 30 points in that 10-minute period - one more than the Americans managed in the first two quarters combined. It was 59-58 U.S. going into the fourth, and then Galloway and the Americans ran away.
Courtesy of: dailymail.co.uk



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VENEZUELA  
SPB 2023 - Centauros tab Tyler Harris, ex Al Gharafa - by Francisco Vega
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Centauros-de-Portuguesa (SPB) inked 29-year old American 208cm center Tyler Harris (college: Auburn), agency: Interperformances for the upcoming SPB 2023 season.
Harris played recently at Al Gharafa in Qatari QBL league. In three games he averaged impressive 18.3ppg, 6.7rpg, 6.7apg and 2.3spg last season. The last season he played at Trouville in Uruguayan LUB where in 8 games he had very remarkable stats: 15.4ppg, 6.1rpg, 1.4apg, 1.1spg and 1.0bpg. He helped them to make it to the semifinals.
In 2017 (a year after his graduation) he was drafted by Agua Caliente Clippers of Ontario (G-League) in first round (25th overall).
Harris graduated from Auburn University in 2016 and it will be his seventh season in pro basketball.
He is a very experienced player. Harris has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to eight different countries on four different continents (Europe, Asia, Latin America and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Argentina (Penarol), Colombia (Bucaros), France (Metropolitans), Japan (Sendai 89ers), Saudi Arabia (Ittihad), NBA (LA Clippers), NBA G League (Cleveland Charge and Windy City Bulls) and NBA Summer League (Denver Nuggets).
Among many awards he was voted Asia-Basket.com All-Qatar D1 Center of the Year in 2022.
Worth to mention he played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped him to get the job in pro basketball.

SPB 2023 - Diablos sign Bayron Matos just out of college - by Francisco Vega
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Diablos-de-Miranda (SPB) signed Dominican forward Bayron Matos (206cm-98kg) for the upcoming SPB 2023 season. Matos just graduated from SFlorida (NCAA). But in 28 games he had only 1.5ppg and 2.7rpg last season.
He started his college career at University of New Mexico (NCAA). Then he moved to University of South Florida (NCAA).
Matos was one of the highest ranked players in high school in 2020. Matos' high school career he had spent at Hamilton Heights Christian Academy in Chattanooga, TN, which he joined from Atlanta Celtics (GA).
As mentioned above he is just out of college, so it will be his first season as a professional player.

SPB 2023 - Gaiteros add Nathan Priddy to their roster - by Francisco Vega
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Gaiteros-de-Zulia (SPB) added to their roster 23-year old American guard Nathan Priddy (188cm-84kg-1999, college: Elon) for the upcoming 2023 season of Venezuela's SPB. Priddy played last summer at SoCal Moguls (TBL) in the U.S. In three games he recorded 12.3ppg, 2.3rpg and 1.3apg.
He graduated from Elon University in 2020 and it will be his fourth season as a professional player.

SPB 2023 - Gaiteros welcome back Jorge Rondon - by Francisco Vega
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Gaiteros-de-Zulia (SPB) inked 32-year old former international 193cm swingman Jorge Rondon for the upcoming SPB 2023 season. It is actually his comeback to Maracaibo as he has played here before. Rondon played last summer at Centauros in Venezuelan SPB league. In 19 games he averaged 5.2ppg and 2.4rpg. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. Rondon also played for Gaiteros that season where in 10 SPB games he had 9.4ppg, 7.2rpg, 1.9apg and 1.0spg. The other team he played shortly was Centauros.
He was a member of Venezuelan international program for some years. Rondon was called to Venezuelan Senior National Team between 2012 and 2015 and previously for U18 National Team in 2008.
He has spent his entire career in Venezuela playing for eight other teams: Panteras, Guaiqueries, Marinos, Toros, Bucaneros, Atleticos, Guacharos and Piratas.
Among many awards he was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Venezuelan SLB Honorable Mention in 2021.

SPB 2023 - DeMarcus Holland re-signs at Spartans - by Francisco Vega
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Spartans-de-Distrito-Capital-Caracas (SPB) confirmed in their roster 29-year old American guard Demarcus Holland (190cm-84kg-1994, college: Texas) for the upcoming SPB 2023 season. Holland joins another USA player Jibreel Faulkner who is already in the roster.
He played there last season. The last season he played at Blue Coats in U.S. NBA-G-League where in 43 games he had just 2.6ppg and 2.4rpg.
He is quite experienced player. He has played in five different countries on three different continents (Europe, Africa and of course North America). Holland has played previously professionally in Canada (Saskatchewan), Finland (Nokia), Germany (Science City Jena and Hamburg Towers), Mozambique (Ferroviario de Maputo) and NBA G League (South Bay Lakers and Ontario Clippers). His team won NBA G League Winter Showcase Cup in 2022.
He was voted to Big 12 All-Defensive Team back in 2014.
Holland is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league on the market.
He graduated from University of Texas in 2016 and it will be his eighth season as a professional player.

SPB 2023 - Cangrejeros sign Luis Feliz, ex Mauricio Baez - by Francisco Vega
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Cangrejeros-de-Monagas (SPB) signed 20-year old Dominican swingman Luis Feliz (190cm-2002) for the upcoming SPB 2023 season. Feliz just played at Mauricio Baez in TBS league in Dominican Republic.
He has played previously professionally in Dominican Republic (Marineros and Gregorio Urbano Gilbert) and Nicaragua (Caribbean Coast).
Despite young age he had impressive career. Feliz won Dominican Republic Santiago League championship title in 2022. He was voted to Dominican Republic LNB All-Star Game in 2022.
Feliz could be described: Luis is an athletic 6-3 with a strong body and great ability to score and defend.He is an outstanding teammate and personality.

SPB 2023 - Marinos tab Johandryt Mendoza - by Francisco Vega
Marinos-de-Anzoategui (SPB) inked 24-year old 201cm PFJohandryt Mendoza for the upcoming SPB 2023 season. Mendoza played last summer at Llaneros. In 20 SPB games he averaged 3.4ppg and 2.4rpg.
He represented Venezuela at the South American Championship U17 in Resistencia (Argentina) eight years ago. His stats at that event were 6 games: 8.8ppg, 9.2rpg, 1.2bpg, FGP: 48.8%, FT: 61.1%.
Mendoza has played previously for five other teams: Monagas, Bucaneros, Broncos, Cangrejeros and Centauros.
His team was regular season runner-up in Venezuelan LED 1 East Conference in 2019.

SPB 2023 - Gladiadores add Nickelberry to their roster, ex Erebuni - by Eurobasket News
Gladiadores-de-Anzoategui (SPB) added to their roster 24-year old American swingman David Nickelberry (201cm-95kg-1998, college: Buffalo) for season 2023. Nickelberry played last season at Erebuni in Armenian League A. In 8 games he recorded very impressive stats: 20.8ppg, 10.6rpg and 2.6apg. He helped them to win the league title and they also played in the Supercup final.
Nickelberry graduated from University of Buffalo in 2021 and it will be his second season as a professional player.

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WORLD CUP  
Stats Leaders
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SYR
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Hinton
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Doncic
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Markkanen
21.8
Wiltjer
21.8
Brodziansky
21.0
Boomers defeat plucky Bahrain in FIBA World Cup Qualifier - by Eurobasket News
Australia have shrugged off a rusty start and a horrific third quarter to comfortably defeat Bahrain 83-51 in their men's basketball World Cup Asian qualifier in Melbourne. The Boomers fell into a surprise early hole in Thursday night's Group F clash against 84th-ranked Bahrain at the State Basketball Centre, before restoring order with a 27-5 second term. Coming off a quiet season with Perth, veteran Todd Blanchfield (198-F/G-1991) top-scored with 20 points while centre Isaac Humphries (216-C-1998, college: Kentucky) notched 18 in his first game in the green-and-gold since 2019. Naturalised American power forward Wayne Chism (206-PF-1987, college: Tennessee) (15 points) and zippy sixth man Haji (14) led the way for Bahrain, who held strong for large stretches and were certainly not embarrassed. World No.3 Australia easily won the previous clash between the two teams by 54 points at the Khalifa Sports Stadium last August. But they received an early jolt this time when Bahrain burst out to a 14-8 lead. The tourists still led 19-18 late in the opening stanza before the Aussies cranked up the defensive pressure and went on a 23-0 spree either side of quarter-time. Blanchfield had 13 points in barely three minutes as Bahrain momentarily fell to pieces. But Australia's commanding 52-24 halftime lead was trimmed to 59-43 at the final change after Chism and Haji helped Bahrain dominate the third term 19-7. Inexplicably, the Boomers went ice cold, missing 16 of their 17 shots for the quarter as they were out-rebounded 15-9. Their struggles didn't last though as Blanchfield and Humphries got rolling in the fourth, joined by captain Nick Kay (206-PF-1992, college: MSU Denver) and his fellow Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Nathan Sobey (190-G-1990, college: Wyoming). They helped Australia recapture the momentum with a 24-8 final term. The Boomers, who have already booked their spot in the World Cup starting in August, take on Kazakhstan in the last qualifier on Sunday.
Courtesy of: espn.com

Fiba World Cup qualifiers: China down Kazakhstan 71-59 in front of top officials and cheering Hong Kong crowd - by Eurobasket News
China's new head coach Aleksandar Djordjevic (agency: BeoBasket ) started his tenure in convincing fashion as his side romped to a 71-59 win over Kazakhstan in front of a sell-out crowd at Tsuen Wan Sports Centre on Thursday night. The Fiba Basketball World Cup 2023 Asian Qualifiers victory was the first win for the Serbian, who guided his country to two silver medals at the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Rio Olympics, after he replaced Du Feng last November. Among the 1,100 crowd, 600 of whom bought tickets when they went on general sale, were China's new Hong Kong liaison office chief Zheng Yanxiong, the city's Chief Secretary for Administration Eric Chan Kwok-ki, and Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Kevin Yeung Yun-hung. Sitting courtside, the trio flanked Chinese Basketball Association president Yao Ming, who led the team when it arrived from Shanghai on Monday. 'It is a good start for us, we started the game well and were very focused in the opening half,' Dordevic said. 'The players were able to play like they practised, despite our free-throws and three-point shooting not being good enough.' The liaison office said Zheng had visited the players after the match and praised them for their performance. Noting they were the first national team to visit Hong Kong since the city returned to normality, he said their match had injected positive energy into the city and sent a strong message to the world that 'Hong Kong is back'. Zheng also said as Hong Kong was progressing from order to prosperity, the liaison office would give its full backing to the local administration to make Hong Kong into a city of international sports events. Having already qualified for the finals this summer, the clash with Kazakhstan marked the start of China's preparation for the tournament, which will be held in three different countries - the Philippines, Japan and Indonesia - for the first time. Despite that, the players were eager to impress their new head coach, and star centre Qi Zhou (217-C-1996), and guard Ailun Guo (189-SG-1993), were instrumental in China building a healthy early lead. Playing his first competitive game since appearing for the South East Melbourne Phoenix in December, Zhou connected on his first basket, and guard Zhao Jiwei had back-to-back steals and two easy lay-ups as the home side went up quickly. A nine-point first quarter advantage ballooned to a 43-22 lead for China, despite them using reserves for much of the second quarter. The Kazakhs came to life after the break with some sharp shooting, and came within nine points towards the end but that was as close as they got. Zhou, who had a game high 16 points and 12 rebounds, said the team's performance 'was OK' but the understanding between players could have been better. 'We have quite a few young and new players on the roster this time, so somewhere along the way we could have done better,' he said. 'The younger players were perhaps too excited and they certainly need more time.' He praised the Hong Kong crowd and said the team had been excited to play their first home game in three years. 'The venue and the fans were exceptional. We could hear the spectators cheering for us so it felt great,' he said. Afterwards, Chan said China's performance had made the audience 'ecstatic' and revelled in the experience of watching his first international basketball game live. 'I told all the players after the game: your performance is really wonderful, amazing, and absolutely worth the ticket!' the city's No 2 official said on Facebook. 'Hong Kong is on the road to normality, and the government will try its best to hold more large-scale competitions in the city, so as to make the lives of local residents more colourful.' China will next face Iran on Sunday at the same venue. The world No 20 team, who lost to Japan 96-61 in Takasaki earlier on Thursday, remain a point ahead of Kazakhstan in Group F. Kazakhstan play Australia, who have also already qualified, in Melbourne on Sunday. If Iran and Kazakhstan both lose their final matches, the former will reach the finals for the fourth time in team history.
Courtesy of: scmp.com

2023 World Cup Qualifiers: Lithuania rout Hungary in February window opener - by Eurobasket News
Lithuania - Hungary 89:64

Lithuania drubbed Hungary 89-64 in February window opener of the 2023 World Cup Qualifiers. The Lithuanian powerhouse trailed 2 points before a 26-15 surge in the second frame. Moreover, they dominated the second half to seal the victory.
Mindaugas Kuzminskas (205-F-1989) top-scored for the winners with 14 points and Donatas Tarolis (207-SF-1994) notched 13. Mantas Rubstavicius (198-SG-2002) delivered 12 and Eimantas Bendzius (207-F-1990) had 11. Mikael Hopkins (206-F-1993, college: Georgetown) replied with 17 points in the losing effort. Adam Somogyi (191-PG-2000) produced 13, whilst Szilard Benke (197-G/F-1995, agency: Octagon Europe) had 11.
2023 World Cup Qualifiers: Victor Wembanyama propels France past Czech Republic - by Eurobasket News
Czech Republic - France 59-72

France knocked down Czech Republic in Pardubice tonight. Victor Wembanyama (220-F-2004) tallied 22 points, 17 rebounds, 6 blocks and 4 steals to lead les Bleus as they improved at 9-2 record atop of Group K.
Czech Republic dominated in the first period. The hosts posted a 27-11 lead after ten minutes. But France slowed their opponents down in the second term. They held the hosts to just 9 points in the period to pull within 9 points at halftime 36-27. France followed with a 22-11 run in the third period to spur ahead. Les Bleus unloaded 23 points in the fourth quarter and raced to the victory at the end. Paul Lacombe (198-G-1990, agency: BeoBasket) tossed in 13 points, grabbed 7 rebounds and dished out 4 assists for the visitors. Tomas Kyzlink (198-SG-1993) tossed in 23 points for Czech Republic. Patrik Auda (204-PF-1989, college: Seton Hall, agency: Octagon Europe) had 10 points in the loss.

2023 World Cup Qualifiers: Argentina hand Canada their first loss - by Eurobasket News
Argentina - Canada 83:72

Argentina handed Canada their first loss at the 2023 World Cup Qualifiers. The hosts defeated Canada 83-72 at Polideportivo Islas Malvinas in Mar del Plata.
Canada started with an 18-17 run, but Argentina replied with a strong 23-13 surge to take control of the game. Moreover, Argentina won the third quarter 21-19, whilst both sides nailed 22 points each in the last stanza.
Facundo Campazzo (180-PG-1991) and Nicolas Brussino (205-SF-1993) stepped up with 13 points each, whilst Carlos Delfino (198-SF-1982) brought 12. Thomas Scrubb (199-SF-1991, college: Carleton, agency: Octagon Europe) replied wit 18 points in the losing effort and Kenny Chery (180-PG-1992, college: Baylor, agency: Slash Sports) as well as Philip Scrubb (191-G-1992, college: Carleton, agency: Octagon Europe) had 12 each.

USA qualifies for this summer's basketball World Cup with a game to spare after defeating Uruguay 88-77, as Langston Galloway leads the way with 21 points - by Eurobasket News
USA Basketball is heading to this summer's FIBA World Cup. The Americans clinched their berth in the 32-team field on Thursday night, rallying for an 88-77 win at Uruguay. The U.S. secured one of the seven World Cup berths allocated to the FIBA Americas region. Langston Galloway (188-G-1991, college: St.Joseph's), who played in more qualifying games than any U.S. player in this cycle, took over down the stretch. He scored 11 consecutive fourth-quarter points for the Americans - part of that being a personal 8-0 run that included a four-point play - to help clinch the game, and the World Cup spot. Galloway scored 21 points for the U.S., which plays its qualifying finale at Brazil on Sunday. The Americans will be in Manila for the entirety of the World Cup; other games will be played in Indonesia and Japan, but FIBA already decided the U.S. would stay in the Philippines for the tournament. For the Americans, clinching capped a 15-month process - spanning 11 games, with six different rosters and utilizing 52 different players. It's virtually certain that none of those players will be in the Philippines with the Americans this summer for the World Cup; G League or international-based players were primarily used in qualifying, but a roster of NBA players will be put together for the tournament. The coaching staff will be different as well; Jim Boylen has led the Americans in all six of the two-game qualifying windows, but USA Basketball national team coach Steve Kerr of the Golden State Warriors - assisted by Erik Spoelstra of the Miami Heat, Tyronn Lue of the Los Angeles Clippers and Mark Few of Gonzaga - will lead the team this summer. The U.S. has won the World Cup, previously called the world championships, five times. But the team sent to the most recent World Cup at China in 2019 finished seventh - the worst finish ever by an American men's team in a major tournament. The previous worst was sixth at the 2002 world championships. The Americans bounced back at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, winning gold for the fourth consecutive time. And now the next U.S. team - the roster is unclear - will be tasked with bringing home gold from Manila. Uruguay took control early, leading 18-7 after the first quarter and building a 41-27 lead with about a minute to go in the first half. But the U.S. offense came alive in the third, scoring 30 points in that 10-minute period - one more than the Americans managed in the first two quarters combined. It was 59-58 U.S. going into the fourth, and then Galloway and the Americans ran away.
Courtesy of: dailymail.co.uk



Fringe Tall Blacks shine in Saudi Arabia rout as World Cup selection gets tougher - by Eurobasket News
Pero Cameron is going to have some sleepless nights trying to whittle down his Tall Blacks' squad for the Fiba World Cup. Missing a stack of frontline players, the Tall Blacks ran out convincing 110-63 victors over Saudi Arabia in Christchurch on Friday night in their penultimate Asia-Oceania zone qualifying game. The Tall Blacks have already qualified for the World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Indonesia, Japan, and the Philippines in late August-early September. Cutting his squad down to 12 for the global event will be a challenging job for head coach Cameron - especially when you consider the players not at his disposal for this window. When you add in the Webster brothers, Corey and Tai, Shea Ili, Rob Loe, Finn Delany, Yanni Wetzell, among others, the Tall Blacks have some healthy selection headaches. To think how strong they could be if Kiwi NBA star Steven Adams became available and was to suit up. 'I think it's a good thing having a lot of choices,' Cameron said. 'We've still got a lot of things to navigate in front of us. It's February and we're still finishing off the Aussie league and then our New Zealand league starts, so you've got all of that and we start to come together that last week of the [New Zealand] NBL finals, so it's exciting, and it's close, and we've still got to wait on a few things.' You wouldn't have known the Tall Blacks were missing a bunch of their key personnel on Friday - through the looming Australian NBL grand final series, unavailability, and injury. These sides last met in Saudi Arabia in August with the Tall Blacks prevailing 80-65, but it was much easier for the hosts on Friday on home soil - crushing them by 47 points. It was just the bounce back performance Cameron and the side would have been targeting after losing both away fixtures to Jordan and Lebanon in November. 'We had a little talk about it and kind of thought about our last tour where we lost two games and I don't think we've ever lost three in a row, so that was really tough to swallow the last window,' Cameron said. 'It showed in some of the boys and the way our assistant coaches and staff went about it. We knew we needed to get this win.' The Tall Blacks put on an offensive clinic, scoring 110 points on 65% shooting from the field (42/65) and 46% from three point range (12/26). New Zealand made a red-hot start, landing 12 of 16 from the field in the first quarter (75%) to establish a 36-16 lead by the end of the opening 10 minutes. Christchurch lad Ethan Rusbatch (196-G/F-1992, college: Lincoln Trail), back in his hometown, put on a show early, dancing through the Saudi defence and hitting the bucket. Rusbatch a product of Cashmere High School, then drained two threes, helping himself to 10 first quarter points on perfect 4/4 shooting in front of family and friends. Rusbatch, who hasn't missed a game in qualifying, finished with a game high 21 points on 8/11 shooting, including 5/7 from deep - a performance that will have only enhanced his reputation as he pushes for a World Cup spot. By halftime, the Tall Blacks were in complete control, leading by 32 points (65-33) after shooting 23/33 (70%) from the floor in the first half. The Tall Blacks will get a better indication where they're at when they face Group E leaders Lebanon (7-1) in Wellington on Monday, who beat them 77-65 in November. Saudi Arabia, who sit fifth in Group E and had won just two of their eight games, produced some physical play to open the game. They struggled to slow down the Kiwis on offence though, who did a superb job finding the open man and getting strong looks. Fresh off an encouraging ANBL rookie season with the Cairns Taipans, Samuel Waardenburg (208-F-1999, college: Miami, FL), who linked with the national side in Christchurch on Wednesday, made his international debut in the first quarter. Waardenburg was heavily involved, throwing down a dunk in the second term and finishing strongly at the hoop on several occasions. The 24-year-old had a Tall Blacks' debut to remember, notching 17 points, eight rebounds, and three assists in 22 minutes on court.
Courtesy of: stuff.co.nz

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Women News
2023 AfroBasket Qualifiers: Mozambique stay perfect in Bulawayo - by Eurobasket News
Mozambique - Zimbabwe 95-43

Mozambique remained perfect in their 2023 AfroBasket qualification group. They stormed past Zimbabwe for the third consecutive win. Ingvild Mucauro and Stefania Chiziane finished with 14 points each for the winners.
Mozambique recorded a 19-7 lead ten minutes into the game. They sank 27 points in the second stanza to boost the margin at 24-point mark. Mozambique ignited a massive 29-9 run in the third term to clear off for good then. Carla Covane tossed in 13 points for Mozambique. Happiness Maroto answered with 15 points for Zimbabwe.
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D1 Round 12: Yerevan beat Hatis in a derby game - by Eurobasket News
Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Yerevan: Yerevan (#2) and Hatis (#3). Hatis were smashed at home by 28 points 52-80 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Yerevan forced 31 Hatis turnovers. The best player for the winners was American Shelle Daniels (180, college: Tuskegee) who had a double-double by scoring 30 points and 17 rebounds. The other American import guard Lillian Brown (175-1998, college: NKU) chipped in 17 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Seda Gabrielyan (167-2007) who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds. Yerevan have a solid four-game winning streak. Despite that victory Yerevan went down to third position due to points difference. Hatis at the other side dropped to the second place with six games lost. Yerevan are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Gyumri (#4) on the road in the next round. Hatis' supporters also look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Yerevan to the arena Les Foxes.
An exciting game was played in Gyumri. First ranked Les Foxes faced 4th ranked Gyumri. Guests from Yerevan (11-6) smashed host Gyumri (2-14) 70-51. It was a good game for U.S. Virgin Islands guard Akeema Richards (170-1991, college: Delaware) who led her team to a victory with 16 points and 7 rebounds. Natalya Nersisyan contributed with 0 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Les Foxes' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American forward Emoni Washington (173-1998, college: Camp-Harrodsburg) replied with 18 points and 7 rebounds for Gyumri. Les Foxes maintains first position with 11-6 record. Gyumri lost ninth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 14 games lost. Les Foxes' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Yerevan Hatis.

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Gyumri - Les Foxes 51-70

An exciting game was played in Gyumri. First ranked Les Foxes faced 4th ranked Gyumri. Guests from Yerevan (11-6) smashed host Gyumri (2-14) 70-51. Les Foxes held Gyumri to an opponent 23.5 percent shooting from the field compared to 29.5 percent accuracy of the winners. It was a good game for U.S. Virgin Islands guard Akeema Richards (170-1991, college: Delaware) who led her team to a victory with 16 points and 7 rebounds. Swingman Natalya Nersisyan (173-2005) contributed with 0 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Richards is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Les Foxes' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American forward Emoni Washington (173-1998, college: Camp-Harrodsburg) replied with 18 points and 7 rebounds and guard Rima Manukyan (170) added 7 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Gyumri. Les Foxes maintains first position with 11-6 record. Gyumri lost ninth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 14 games lost. Les Foxes' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Yerevan Hatis.
Top scorers:
Gyumri: E.Washington 18+7reb+2ast, M.Rima 7+5reb, T.Hermine 0+1reb, H.Ofelya 0+2reb, A.Tehmine 0+5reb+1ast, B.Ani 0+1reb
Les Foxes: A.Richards 16+7reb+2ast, L.Melkonyan 5+4reb, T.Lusine 5+1reb, S.Hripsime 2+2reb, A.Hayarpi 0+3reb+1ast, K.Janna 0+2reb
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Hatis - Yerevan 52-80

The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Yerevan: Yerevan (#2) and Hatis (#3). Hatis were smashed at home by 28 points 52-80 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Yerevan forced 31 Hatis turnovers. The best player for the winners was American Shelle Daniels (180, college: Tuskegee) who had a double-double by scoring 30 points and 17 rebounds. The other American import guard Lillian Brown (175-1998, college: NKU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. Brown is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Yerevan players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Seda Gabrielyan (167-2007) who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and swingman Evelina Vardanyan (174-2004) added 6 points and 11 rebounds respectively. Yerevan have a solid four-game winning streak. Despite that victory Yerevan went down to third position due to points difference. Hatis at the other side dropped to the second place with six games lost. Yerevan are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Gyumri (#4) on the road in the next round. Hatis' supporters also look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Yerevan to the arena Les Foxes.
Top scorers:
Hatis: G.Seda 20+10reb+2ast, G.Ledford 8+7reb+1ast, M.Astghik 7+2reb+3ast, V.Evelina 6+11reb, N.Gyokchyan 6+9reb, H.Sofya 3+9reb
Yerevan: S.Daniels 30+17reb+1ast, L.Brown 17+10reb+7ast, S.Diana 15+4reb+1ast, S.Lusine 14+8reb+3ast, E.Shahinyan 4+4reb+2ast, G.Anna 0
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Shelle Daniels claims Armenian D1 weekly honour - by Eurobasket News
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American Shelle Daniels (180-SF) put on an amazing game in the last round for Yerevan and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 12.
The had a double-double of 30 points and seventeen rebounds, while her team outclassed Hatis (#2, 10-6) with 28-point margin 80-52. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Thanks to this victory Yerevan moved-up to the 3rd position in Armenian D1. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Yerevan will need more victories to improve their 10-7 record. Daniels turned to be Yerevan's top player in her first season with the team. Tuskegee University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Daniels is league's best scorer averaging so far 26.7ppg and leads league in rebounds with 19.4rpg. Daniels is in league's top in and averages solid 1.3bpg,3.0spg and 53.2% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was another Yerevan's star - young American guard Lillian Brown (175-G-1998). Brown impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 17 points and 10 rebounds. Of course together with Daniels she helped Yerevan with another comfortable win outscoring slightly higher-ranked Hatis (#2, 10-6) 80-52. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Yerevan consolidated its place in top 3 of the standings. Her team's 10-7 record is not bad at all. Brown is a newcomer at Yerevan and it seems she did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 18.1ppg (#5). Her other stats are also decent: 14.2rpg and 5.8apg. Northern Kentucky University alumni Brown played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas.

The third best performed player last round was American Emoni Washington (173-F-1998) of Gyumri (#4). Washington scored 18 points and grabbed seven rebounds. Despite Washington's great performance Gyumri lost 51-70 to #1 ranked Les Foxes. But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. Gyumri can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have extremely bad season and 2-14 record places them at the very bottom of the standings. Washington has individually a great season in Armenia. After 13 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 23.3ppg (2nd best) and rebounds with 12.3rpg (5th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Akeema Richards (170-G-1991) of Les Foxes - 16 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Lusine Sedrakyan) of Yerevan - 14 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Narine Gyokchyan (187-F/C-1993) of Hatis - 6 points and 9 rebounds
7. Sofya Hakobyan (2004) of Hatis - 3 points and 9 rebounds
8. Seda Gabrielyan (167-G-2007) of Hatis - 20 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Rima Manukyan (170-G) of Gyumri - 7 points and 5 rebounds
10. Diana Saryan (2002) of Yerevan - 15 points and 4 rebounds

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
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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 13: Hatis defeat Les Foxes - by Eurobasket News
Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Les Foxes (11-6) in Yerevan on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by third ranked Hatis (10-6) 73-68. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Les Foxes. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Hatis made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Les Foxes 53-32 including a 36-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Seda Gabrielyan (167-2007) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds. Astghik Movsesyan contributed with 20 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. U.S. Virgin Islands guard Akeema Richards (170-1991, college: Delaware) answered with a double-double by scoring 37 points (!!!), 16 rebounds, 6 assists and 9 steals for Les Foxes. Hatis moved-up to second place. Les Foxes at the other side still keep top position with six games lost.
Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Yerevan: Hatis (#3) and Yerevan (#2). Hatis (10-6) won against visiting Yerevan (10-7) 78-68. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Yerevan. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Guard Seda Gabrielyan (167-2007) stepped up and scored 32 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals for the winners and Narine Gyokchyan chipped in 20 points, 14 rebounds and 4 blocks. At the losing side American guard Lillian Brown (175-1998, college: NKU) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 16 rebounds and 8 assists. Hatis moved-up to second place. Defending champion Yerevan dropped to the third position with seven games lost.
An interesting game for Les Foxes (11-6) which hosted in Yerevan 4th placed Gyumri (2-14). First ranked Les Foxes managed to get a 13-point victory 74-61. Akeema Richards nailed a double-double by scoring 31 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 12 steals for the winning side. Les Foxes' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Emoni Washington came up with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 19 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals (made all of her seven free throws) for Gyumri in the defeat. Les Foxes maintains first place with 11-6 record. Gyumri lost ninth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 14 games lost.

In the last game of round 13 Yerevan beat Gyumri on the road 78-71.

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Les Foxes - Gyumri 74-61

An interesting game for Les Foxes (11-6) which hosted in Yerevan 4th placed Gyumri (2-14). First ranked Les Foxes managed to get a 13-point victory 74-61. Les Foxes forced 37 Gyumri turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. U.S. Virgin Islands guard Akeema Richards (170-1991, college: Delaware) nailed a double-double by scoring 31 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 12 steals for the winning side and swingman Natalya Nersisyan (173-2005) accounted for 19 points and 11 rebounds. Richards is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Les Foxes' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward Emoni Washington (173-1998, college: Camp-Harrodsburg) came up with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 19 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals (made all of her seven free throws) and Tehmine Atoyan added 11 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals respectively for Gyumri in the defeat. Les Foxes maintains first place with 11-6 record. Gyumri lost ninth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 14 games lost.
Top scorers:
Gyumri: E.Washington 29+19reb+7ast, A.Tehmine 11+6reb+5ast, M.Rima 10+10reb+1ast, G.Meline 6+6reb+1ast, S.Poghosyan 3+1reb+2ast, B.Ani 2
Les Foxes: A.Richards 31+8reb+4ast, N.Natalya 19+11reb+1ast, T.Lusine 5+1reb+4ast, K.Janna 5+1reb+1ast, A.Hayarpi 4+2reb+2ast, K.Susanna 4+2reb+1ast
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Hatis - Yerevan 78-68

Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Yerevan: Hatis (#3) and Yerevan (#2). Hatis (10-6) won against visiting Yerevan (10-7) 78-68. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Yerevan. It was a key game for the second position in the league. They outrebounded Yerevan 55-42 including a 44-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Hatis brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. Guard Seda Gabrielyan (167-2007) stepped up and scored 32 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals for the winners and Lebanese power forward Narine Gyokchyan (187-1993) chipped in 20 points, 14 rebounds and 4 blocks. At the losing side American guard Lillian Brown (175-1998, college: NKU) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 16 rebounds and 8 assists and the other American import Shelle Daniels (180, college: Tuskegee) scored 25 points and 9 rebounds. Hatis moved-up to second place. Defending champion Yerevan dropped to the third position with seven games lost.
Top scorers:
Yerevan: L.Brown 25+9reb+1ast, B.Lillian 14+16reb+8ast, S.Elena 14+4reb+2ast, S.Lusine 8+7reb+2ast, S.Diana 7+6reb+1ast,
Hatis: G.Seda 32+5reb+5ast, N.Gyokchyan 20+14reb+1ast, G.Ledford 12+8reb+4ast, M.Astghik 6+10reb+9ast, H.Sofya 6+15reb, K.Elen 2+1reb
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Gyumri - Yerevan 71-78

No shocking result in a game when second ranked Yerevan (10-7) beat on the road bottom-ranked Gyumri (2-14) 78-71 on Saturday. They outrebounded Gyumri 56-43 including 19 on the offensive glass. Lusine Sedrakyan nailed a double-double by scoring 30 points and 21 rebounds for the winning side and American guard Lillian Brown (175-1998, college: NKU) accounted for 20 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists (made all of her ten free throws !!!). Worth to mention Brown played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. American forward Emoni Washington (173-1998, college: Camp-Harrodsburg) came up with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 11 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals and guard Rima Manukyan (170) added 16 points and 15 rebounds respectively for Gyumri in the defeat. Yerevan have a solid series of four victories in a row. Despite that victory Yerevan went down to third position due to points difference. Gyumri lost ninth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 14 games lost.
Top scorers:
Gyumri: E.Washington 24+11reb+5ast, M.Rima 16+15reb, A.Tehmine 15+9reb+3ast, S.Poghosyan 9+2reb+2ast, G.Meline 6+5reb+2ast, T.Hermine 1
Yerevan: S.Lusine 30+21reb, L.Brown 20+11reb+7ast, E.Shahinyan 12+6reb+1ast, S.Daniels 9+10reb, S.Diana 5+8reb+9ast, G.Mariam 2
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Les Foxes - Hatis 68-73

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Les Foxes (11-6) in Yerevan on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by third ranked Hatis (10-6) 73-68. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Les Foxes. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Hatis made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Les Foxes 53-32 including a 36-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Seda Gabrielyan (167-2007) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds. Astghik Movsesyan contributed with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. U.S. Virgin Islands guard Akeema Richards (170-1991, college: Delaware) answered with a double-double by scoring 37 points (!!!), 16 rebounds, 6 assists and 9 steals and swingman Lusine Titanyan (168-2003) added 7 points in the effort for Les Foxes. Hatis moved-up to second place. Les Foxes at the other side still keep top position with six games lost.
Top scorers:
Les Foxes: A.Richards 37+16reb+6ast, V.Mariam 9+1reb, T.Lusine 7+3reb+2ast, N.Natalya 6+4reb, D.Shushan 5+5reb+1ast, L.Melkonyan 4+2reb
Hatis: G.Seda 24+11reb+3ast, M.Astghik 20+11reb+1ast, N.Gyokchyan 18+10reb+2ast, G.Ledford 7+4reb+5ast, H.Sofya 4+9reb+1ast, A.Meghry 0
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Premier League Round 22: Gorizont defeat BC Minsk - by Eurobasket News
The games at this stage are more interesting as they can be crucial for the final standings in Regular Season. Despite we already know who is stronger and who is weaker, there may be still last minute surprises and upsets. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked BC Minsk (17-3) at the home court on Wednesday night. Hosts were defeated by third ranked Gorizont (16-2) 67-63. It ended at the same time the 13-game winning streak of BC Minsk. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. They outrebounded BC Minsk 45-32 including a 36-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international center Anastasiya Verameyenka (196-1987) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 12 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international point guard Yuliya Vasilevich (168-2001) contributed with 16 points and 4 assists for the winners. Forward Katsiaryna Karpuk (185-1999) replied with 13 points and 7 rebounds for BC Minsk. Defending champion moved-up to second place, which they share with Olimpia. BC Minsk at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. Gorizont is looking forward to face Victoria (#5) in Grodno in the next round. BC Minsk will play on the road against the league's second-placed Olimpia (#2) in Grodno and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Bottom-ranked Gorizont 2 managed to get a second victory, breaking the fourteen-game losing streak. This time they edged seventh-ranked Brest in Minsk 49-47. Guard Alisa Liskova (167-2006) scored 16 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Alisa Borschevskaya chipped in 13 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side forward Anastasia Babak (180-2002) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 17 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Gorizont 2 maintains ninth position with 2-18 record. Brest lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth place with 17 games lost. Gorizont 2 will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Brest will play at home against BDU Tsmoki (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Minsk supposed to be also quite interesting. Second ranked Olimpia (16-2) played at the court of 7th ranked RGUOR (3-16). Olimpia smashed RGUOR 110-35 on Tuesday. Palina Damianiak notched a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds to lead the effort. Even 8 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists by Daria Kulik did not help to save the game for RGUOR. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Olimpia have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 16-2 record behind leader BC Minsk, which they share with Gorizont. RGUOR lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the seventh place with 16 games lost. Olimpia will meet at home league's leader BC Minsk in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. RGUOR will play against Gomel (#4) and hope to secure a win.

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Gorizont 2 - Brest 49-47

Bottom-ranked Gorizont 2 managed to get a second victory, breaking the fourteen-game losing streak. This time they edged seventh-ranked Brest in Minsk 49-47. Gorizont 2 held Brest to an opponent 23.7 percent shooting from the field compared to 26.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Gorizont 2 forced 33 Brest turnovers. Strangely Brest outrebounded Gorizont 2 48-35 including a 32-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Guard Alisa Liskova (167-2006) scored 16 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Alisa Borschevskaya (-2001) chipped in 13 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side forward Anastasia Babak (180-2002) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 17 rebounds and forward Oksana Isaenko (176-2001) scored 11 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Gorizont 2 maintains ninth position with 2-18 record. Brest lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth place with 17 games lost. Gorizont 2 will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Brest will play at home against BDU Tsmoki (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Brest: A.Babak 18+17reb+1ast, O.Isaenko 11+7reb+2ast, K.Elizaveta 7+6reb+1ast, A.Kuratnik 7+2reb+4ast, A.Golovchiner 4+2reb+2ast, S.Ektarina 0+4reb
Gorizont 2: L.Alisa 16+9reb+4ast, B.Alisa 13+9reb+1ast, A.Shumeiko 10+6reb+1ast, R.Anastasiya 4+1reb+3ast, K.Yliana 2+6reb+1ast, S.Lashkevich 2+1reb+1ast
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RGUOR - Olimpia 35-110

The game in Minsk supposed to be also quite interesting. Second ranked Olimpia (16-2) played at the court of 7th ranked RGUOR (3-16). Olimpia smashed RGUOR 110-35 on Tuesday. Olimpia dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to RGUOR's 26. Olimpia forced 41 RGUOR turnovers and outrebounded them 44-26 including 29 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 34 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by RGUOR's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Olimpia made 9 blocks. Center Palina Damianiak (190-2005) notched a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds to lead the effort and the former international power forward Hanna Lapo (189-1997, agency: LBM Management) supported her with 23 points. Five Olimpia players scored in double figures. Even 8 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists by Daria Kulik (-2008) did not help to save the game for RGUOR. Milana Grudinskaya (-2008) added 7 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. Olimpia have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 16-2 record behind leader BC Minsk, which they share with Gorizont. RGUOR lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the seventh place with 16 games lost. Olimpia will meet at home league's leader BC Minsk in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. RGUOR will play against Gomel (#4) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
RGUOR: K.Daria 8+5reb+4ast, G.Milana 7+1reb, G.Marta 5+1reb, N.Vera 4+1reb+1ast, D.Darya 3+3reb+1ast, D.Ulyana 2+4reb
Olimpia: H.Lapo 23+4reb+3ast, I.Kravchenko 15+5reb+1ast, D.Palina 14+14reb+3ast, A.Ambrozhevich 13+3reb+4ast, S.Elizaveta 12+2reb+3ast, N.Katsiaryna 11+4reb+4ast
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BC Minsk - Gorizont 63-67

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked BC Minsk (17-3) at the home court on Wednesday night. Hosts were defeated by third ranked Gorizont (16-2) 67-63. It ended at the same time the 13-game winning streak of BC Minsk. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. They outrebounded BC Minsk 45-32 including a 36-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international center Anastasiya Verameyenka (196-1987) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 12 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international point guard Yuliya Vasilevich (168-2001) contributed with 16 points and 4 assists for the winners. Forward Katsiaryna Karpuk (185-1999) replied with 13 points and 7 rebounds and guard Irina Venskaya (170-2002) added 13 points and 4 steals in the effort for BC Minsk. Defending champion moved-up to second place, which they share with Olimpia. BC Minsk at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. Gorizont is looking forward to face Victoria (#5) in Grodno in the next round. BC Minsk will play on the road against the league's second-placed Olimpia (#2) in Grodno and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
BC Minsk: I.Venskaya 13+1reb+3ast, K.Karpuk 13+7reb+3ast, K.Vabishchevich 13+2reb+2ast, E.Rybalko 7+5reb, D.Mahalias 7+2reb+3ast, M.Yana 6+5reb
Gorizont: Y.Vasilevich 16+4reb+4ast, A.Verameyenka 12+14reb+4ast, V.Ziuzkova 8+6reb+6ast, K.Palina 7+1reb, A.Nuzhnaya 6+7reb, A.Karasevich 5
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Lapo's 23 points give her Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News
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25-year old power forward Hanna Lapo (189-F/C-1997, agency: LBM Management) put on an amazing game in the last round for second-ranked Olimpia and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 22.
She had the game-high 23 points adding four rebounds and three assists for Olimpia in her team's victory, helping them to outclass RGUOR (#7, 3-16) with 75-point margin 110-35. Olimpia maintains the 2nd position in Belarusian Premier League. They are still close to the very top. Olimpia would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 16-2 record. In the team's last game Lapo had a remarkable 83.3% from 2-point range. It's her second year at Olimpia and it's hard to imagine this team without her. Hanna Lapo averages this season 11.3ppg.

Second best performed player last round was Palina Damianiak (190-C-2005). She is a center in her second season at Olimpia. In the last game Damianiak recorded impressive double-double of 14 points and 14 rebounds. Of course together with Lapo she helped Olimpia with another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked RGUOR (#7, 3-16) 110-35. Olimpia's second position in the standings has not changed. Her team lost just two games this season, while they won 16 matches. Damianiak is well-known at Olimpia and together with Hanna Lapo she already established her position as one of the team's leaders.

Third place about best performers goes to center Anastasiya Verameyenka (196-C-1987) of Gorizont (#3). Verameyenka showcased her all-around game by recording 12 points, fourteen rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. She was a key player of Gorizont, leading her team to a 67-63 win against #1 ranked BC Minsk in a game of the week. Gorizont is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 16-2 record is not that bad... Verameyenka has a great season in Belarus. After 16 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 13.6ppg (7th best) and rebounds with 10.8rpg (3rd best). She also has 1.3bpg and FGP: 71.7%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Katsiaryna Karpuk (185-F-1999) of BC Minsk - 13 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Anastasia Babak (180-F-2002) of Brest - 18 points and 17 rebounds
6. Irina Kravchenko (183-F-2001) of Olimpia - 15 points and 5 rebounds
7. Volha Ziuzkova (172-G-1983) of Gorizont - 8 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists
8. Alisa Borschevskaya (2001) of Gorizont 2 - 13 points and 9 rebounds
9. Oksana Isaenko (176-F-2001) of Brest - 11 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Katsiaryna Novik (179-PG-2005) of Olimpia - 11 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists

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

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BELGIUM  
D1 Stats Leaders
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Littlefield_Carlie

Liege
(175-G-)
Avg: 19.8

Littlefield
19.8
Bertsch
18.6
Wilson
18.1
Claessens
17.5
Vaughn
16.4
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CANADA  
CIS Stats Leaders
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Gates_Sarah

McMaster
(178-G-)
Avg: 27.3

Gates
27.3
Siciliano
22.5
McDonald
22.4
Giles
22.2
Letlow
20.6
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CZECH REPUBLIC  
Stats Leaders - Women
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Jones_Brionna_1

USK Praha
(191-C-1995)
Avg: 25.2

Jones
25.2
Pollard
20.7
Fagbenle
20.1
Vukosavljevic
18.7
Effangova
16.2
Adela Smutna claims Czech Republic ZBL weekly honour - by Eurobasket News
Adela Smutna (183-G/F-1999) had an amazing evening in the last round for SBS Ostrava and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 16.
The 23-year old swingman had a double-double of 29 points and sixteen rebounds, while her team beat Loko Trutnov (#9, 2-15) 81-73. SBS Ostrava maintains the 7th position in Czech Republic ZBL. SBS Ostrava is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 6-10 record. In the team's last game Smutna had a remarkable three three-pointers out of 6 attempts. It's her second year at SBS Ostrava and it's hard to imagine this team without her. Northwest College, WY graduate has very impressive stats this year. Smutna is in league's top in points (6th best: 16.1ppg).

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young former international Pamela-Therese Effangova (178-SF-1993) of Sokol HK. Effangova impressed basketball fans with 36 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists. It was enough for Sokol HK to edge slightly lower-ranked SBS Ostrava (#7, 6-10) by 5 points 76-71. This victory allowed Sokol HK to move up to 5th position in the standings. Her team lost some distance to top teams. But 9-8 record is not bad and everything may still change. Effangova is one of the most experienced players at Sokol HK and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.2ppg (#5).

The third best performed player last round was British Temi Fagbenle (193-F-1992) of top-ranked USK Praha. Fagbenle showcased her all-around game by recording 27 points, seven rebounds and four assists in the last round. She was a key player of USK Praha, leading her team to a 125-50 easy win against #4 ranked Chomutov in a game of the week. USK Praha have amazing season winning all 16 games without a single defeat. Fagbenle turns to be one of the very best players in the league while she is also a leader of the top team having her eyes on the championship title. Fagbenle has a great season in Czech Republic. After only 8 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 20.1ppg (3rd best) and rebounds with 7.8rpg (7th best). She also has 2.1spg and FGP: 80.2%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Brionna Jones (191-C-1995) of USK Praha - 32 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Elissa Cunane (196-C-2000) of Zabiny Brno - 20 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Alyssa Thomas (188-F-1992) of USK Praha - 16 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists
7. Valeriane Vukosavljevic (183-F-1994) of USK Praha - 19 points, 2 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Jennifer Coleman (175-G-1998) of Slovanka MB - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Whisper Fisher (186-F-1997) of Loko Trutnov - 16 points and 23 rebounds
10. Anacia Wilkinson (188-F/C-1997) of SBS Ostrava - 18 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists

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

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ZBL Round 16: USK Praha beat Chomutov in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News
There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in ZBL. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Praha. Top-ranked USK Praha faced 4th ranked Chomutov. Host USK Praha (16-0) smashed guests from Chomutov (10-7) 125-50. USK Praha dominated down low during the game scoring 92 of its points in the paint compared to Chomutov's 34. They outrebounded Chomutov 51-25 including a 41-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. USK Praha looked well-organized offensively handing out 44 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Chomutov's players. British-Nigerian forward Temi Fagbenle (193-1992, college: USC) fired 27 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals (on 13-of-14 shooting from the field) for the winners. American center Brionna Jones (191-1995, college: Maryland) chipped in 24 points and 9 rebounds (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field). American forward Najai Pollard (180-1997, college: Delaware St.) produced 19 points and 9 rebounds for lost side. Undefeated USK Praha have an impressive 16-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 16-0 record. Chomutov at the other side keeps the fourth place with seven games lost. USK Praha are looking forward to face bottom-ranked U19 Chance (#10) in Strakonice in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Chomutov will play at home against Slavia (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Chomutov. Top-ranked USK Praha faced 4th ranked Chomutov. Guests from Praha (16-0) smashed host Chomutov (10-7) 115-76. Worth to mention a great performance of American center Brionna Jones (191-1995, college: Maryland) who helped to win the game recording 37 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds. Alyssa Thomas contributed with 16 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. American forward Najai Pollard (180-1997, college: Delaware St.) replied with 18 points and 8 rebounds for Chomutov. Chomutov's coach Jozef Resetar gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Undefeated USK Praha have an impressive 16-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 16-0 record. Chomutov at the other side keeps the fourth place with seven games lost. USK Praha will play against bottom-ranked U19 Chance (#10) in Strakonice in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Chomutov will play at home against Slavia (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Undefeated leader USK Praha delivered the sixteenth consecutive victory on Friday night. This time they crushed 10th ranked U19 Chance (1-15) 118-32. Worth to mention a quality performance of Brionna Jones who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 32 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. At the losing side Luisa Vydrova responded with 12 points and 6 rebounds. U19 Chance's coach Jiri Johanes already knew that her team would not have a big chance, so allowed to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Undefeated USK Praha (16-0) have an impressive 16-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with a perfect record of 16 victories in a row. U19 Chance lost sixth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 15 games lost. USK Praha will again meet at home bottom-ranked U19 Chance (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. U19 Chance will play against SBS Ostrava and hope to win that game.

Rest of the games of round 16 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Zabiny Brno crushed SBS Ostrava in a road game 80-50. Chomutov beat Slavia at home 70-56. Slovanka MB won against Loko Trutnov on the opponent's court 100-99. Bottom-ranked U19 Chance was outscored by Zabiny Brno in a home game 46-89. Sokol HK was rolled over Slavia on the road 73-53. KP Brno defeated SBS Ostrava on its own court 76-69. SBS Ostrava was beaten by Chomutov in a road game 81-67. Slovanka MB lost to KP Brno at home 72-84. Loko Trutnov was outscored by Sokol HK on the opponent's court 55-93. SBS Ostrava recorded a loss to Sokol HK in a home game 71-76. Loko Trutnov was defeated by SBS Ostrava on the road 81-73.
The best stats of 16th round was 21 points and 8 rebounds by Pamela-Therese Effangova of Sokol HK.

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USK Praha - U19 Chance 118-32

Undefeated leader USK Praha delivered the sixteenth consecutive victory on Friday night. This time they crushed 10th ranked U19 Chance (1-15) 118-32. USK Praha held U19 Chance to an opponent 19.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 57.1 percent accuracy of the winners. USK Praha forced 27 U19 Chance turnovers and outrebounded them 55-30 including a 38-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 35 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by U19 Chance's players. Worth to mention a quality performance of American center Brionna Jones (191-1995, college: Maryland) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 32 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and the other American import forward Alyssa Thomas (188-1992, college: Maryland) who added 11 points, 17 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Five USK Praha players scored in double figures. At the losing side point guard Luisa Vydrova (184-2004) responded with 12 points and 6 rebounds and swingman Sara Liskova (175-2004) scored 5 points. U19 Chance's coach Jiri Johanes already knew that her team would not have a big chance, so allowed to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. USK Praha (16-0) have an impressive 16-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with a perfect record of 16 victories in a row. U19 Chance lost sixth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 15 games lost. USK Praha will again meet at home bottom-ranked U19 Chance (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. U19 Chance will play against SBS Ostrava and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
USK Praha: B.Jones 32+10reb+5ast, V.Vukosavljevic 19+2reb+5ast, T.Vyoralova 17+3reb+4ast, S.Sklenarova 15+6reb+3ast, V.Vorackova 14+6reb, A.Thomas 11+17reb+5ast
U19 Chance: V.Luisa 12+6reb, S.Barbora 6+1ast, L.Sara 5+4reb, B.Antonie 2+3reb, N.Timotea 2+2reb, A.Rosecka 2+3reb
gschID: 1001525


SBS Ostrava - Zabiny Brno 50-80

There was no surprise when 7th ranked SBS Ostrava (6-10) was crushed at home by second ranked Zabiny Brno (14-3) 80-50 on Sunday. Zabiny Brno forced 29 SBS Ostrava turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American center Elissa Cunane (196-2000, college: NC State) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and international point guard Eliska Hamzova (182-2001) who added 10 points, 7 assists and 4 steals during the contest. Five Zabiny Brno players scored in double figures. At the losing side American power forward Anacia Wilkinson (188-1997, college: Tenn Tech) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 13 rebounds and 4 blocks and swingman Adela Smutna (183-1999, college: Northwest JC) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds. SBS Ostrava's coach Iveta Raskova was aware about no chance of winning the game, so allowed to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Zabiny Brno have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 14-3 record having just one point less than leader USK Praha. SBS Ostrava lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with ten games lost. Zabiny Brno will meet Slovanka MB (#8) in the next round where they are favorite. SBS Ostrava will play against U19 Chance and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Zabiny Brno: E.Cunane 17+10reb+4ast, N.Stoupalova 15+5reb, N.Babic 13+5reb+1ast, M.Vondrackova 12+4reb+1ast, E.Hamzova 10+4reb+7ast, P.Zaplatova 10+2ast
SBS Ostrava: A.Wilkinson 20+13reb, A.Smutna 13+10reb+2ast, W.Duchnowska 10+2reb+1ast, T.Motycakova 3+5reb+4ast, B.Alena 3, M.Kristyna 1+1reb
gschID: 1001526


Chomutov - Slavia 70-56

The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Chomutov's (10-7) home victory over 5th ranked Slavia (8-8) 70-56 on Friday. Chomutov made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. Chomutov outrebounded Slavia 48-31 including a 36-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Najai Pollard (180-1997, college: Delaware St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds and the former international forward Michaela Krejzova (184-1998) who added 10 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side American forward Makeda Clarke-Nicholas (185-1996, college: Delaware) responded with 12 points and 6 rebounds and center Katerina Rokosova (193-1997) scored 12 points. Four Slavia players scored in double figures. Chomutov maintains fourth position with 10-7 record. Loser Slavia dropped to the sixth place with eight games lost. Chomutov will again meet at home Slavia (#6) in the next round. Slavia will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Chomutov: N.Pollard 20+11reb+1ast, K.Valentyna 13+3reb+1ast, M.Krejzova 10+6reb+1ast, B.Eliska 7+2reb+1ast, F.Monika 5+5reb+3ast, M.Satoranska 5+11reb
Slavia: K.Rokosova 12+2reb+3ast, M.Clarke-Nicholas 12+6reb, S.Katerina 10+4reb, B.Beasley 10+5reb+1ast, E.Mircova 9+3reb+1ast, V.Aulichova 3+2reb+3ast
gschID: 1001527


Loko Trutnov - Slovanka MB 99-100

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 9th ranked Loko Trutnov's (2-15) home loss to eighth ranked Slovanka MB (4-13) 99-100 on Friday. Slovanka MB forced 19 Loko Trutnov turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Bosnian point guard Dragana Domuzin (174-2000) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 4 assists and guard Lucie Svatonova (175-2003) who added 21 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side American forward Whisper Fisher (186-1997, college: Syracuse) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 23 rebounds and Latvian guard Raina Tomasicka (180-2005) scored 29 points. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Slovanka MB maintains eighth position with 4-13 record. Loko Trutnov lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with 15 games lost. Slovanka MB will meet at home league's second-placed Zabiny Brno in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Loko Trutnov will play against Sokol HK (#5) in Hradec Kralove and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Slovanka MB: D.Domuzin 26+4reb+4ast, S.Lucie 21+9reb, P.Jitka 15+7reb+1ast, A.Ondrouskova 13+3reb+3ast, J.Coleman 11+6reb+1ast, Z.Marie 7+4reb
Loko Trutnov: T.Raina 29+1reb+1ast, M.Gaislerova 17+6reb+1ast, W.Fisher 16+23reb+1ast, K.Malcolm 11+3reb+2ast, R.Northcross-Baker 11+4reb+1ast, F.Aneta 7+2reb+3ast
gschID: 1059247


USK Praha - Chomutov 125-50

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Praha. Top-ranked USK Praha faced 4th ranked Chomutov. Host USK Praha (16-0) smashed guests from Chomutov (10-7) 125-50. USK Praha dominated down low during the game scoring 92 of its points in the paint compared to Chomutov's 34. They outrebounded Chomutov 51-25 including a 41-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. USK Praha looked well-organized offensively handing out 44 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Chomutov's players. British-Nigerian forward Temi Fagbenle (193-1992, college: USC) fired 27 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals (on 13-of-14 shooting from the field) for the winners. American center Brionna Jones (191-1995, college: Maryland) chipped in 24 points and 9 rebounds (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field). Five USK Praha players scored in double figures. American forward Najai Pollard (180-1997, college: Delaware St.) produced 19 points and 9 rebounds and point guard Monika Fucikova (180-2002) added 6 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. USK Praha have an impressive 16-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 16-0 record. Chomutov at the other side keeps the fourth place with seven games lost. USK Praha are looking forward to face bottom-ranked U19 Chance (#10) in Strakonice in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Chomutov will play at home against Slavia (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
USK Praha: T.Fagbenle 27+7reb+4ast, B.Jones 24+9reb, V.Vukosavljevic 16+5reb+8ast, V.Vorackova 15+6reb+4ast, S.Sklenarova 13+2reb+2ast, T.Vyoralova 11+8reb+6ast
Chomutov: N.Pollard 19+9reb+2ast, M.Satoranska 9+2reb+1ast, F.Monika 6+5reb+2ast, M.Krejzova 5+2reb, K.Bartonova 3+1reb+2ast, C.Lucie 2
gschID: 1059256


U19 Chance - Zabiny Brno 46-89

Very predictable result in Strakonice where second ranked Zabiny Brno (14-3) outscored bottom-ranked U19 Chance (1-15) 89-46 on Friday. Zabiny Brno dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to U19 Chance's 24 and made 22-of-27 free shots (81.5 percent) during the game. Zabiny Brno forced 29 U19 Chance turnovers and outrebounded them 41-29 including 26 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American center Elissa Cunane (196-2000, college: NC State) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points and 13 rebounds and swingman Michaela Vondrackova (176-1991) who added 19 points and 5 assists during the contest. Four Zabiny Brno players scored in double figures. Zabiny Brno's coach Viktor Prusa felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side center Katerina Ebenhohova (194-2003) responded with 9 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Timotea Najbrtova (180-2004) scored 6 points and 6 rebounds. Zabiny Brno have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 14-3 record having just one point less than leader USK Praha. U19 Chance lost sixth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 15 games lost. Zabiny Brno will meet Slovanka MB (#8) in the next round where they are favorite. U19 Chance will play against SBS Ostrava and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Zabiny Brno: E.Cunane 20+13reb+3ast, M.Vondrackova 19+2reb+5ast, N.Babic 11+5reb+3ast, E.Hamzova 11+3reb+1ast, C.Emma 8+5reb+2ast, L.Soukalova 8+4reb+2ast
U19 Chance: E.Katerina 9+6reb+1ast, S.Barbora 8+2reb+2ast, A.Rosecka 7+2reb+2ast, N.Timotea 6+6reb+2ast, H.Karolina 5+1ast, M.Alzbeta 5+4reb+1ast
gschID: 1059257


Slavia - Sokol HK 73-53

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 6th ranked Sokol HK's (9-8) road loss to fifth ranked Slavia (8-8) 53-73 on Saturday. Slavia made 20-of-22 free shots (90.9 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of power forward Petra Bakajsova (184-1993) who helped to win the game recording 7 points, 14 rebounds and 8 assists and American forward Makeda Clarke-Nicholas (185-1996, college: Delaware) who added 21 points during the contest. At the losing side the former international point guard Katerina Zeithammerova (162-2002) responded with 20 points and Ukrainian center Tetiana Havrylchyk (196-2000) scored 6 points and 10 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Slavia have a solid four-game winning streak. Despite that victory Slavia went down to sixth position due to points difference. Loser Sokol HK dropped to the fifth place with eight games lost. Slavia will meet higher ranked Chomutov (#4) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Sokol HK will play against Loko Trutnov and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Slavia: M.Clarke-Nicholas 21+4reb, K.Rokosova 19+4reb+2ast, S.Katerina 11+5reb+2ast, B.Beasley 9+7reb+3ast, P.Bakajsova 7+14reb+8ast, P.Mariana 6+1reb
Sokol HK: K.Zeithammerova 20+2reb+3ast, P.Effangova 14+3reb, K.Vojtikova 6+6reb+1ast, T.Havrylchyk 6+10reb+1ast, L.Bolardtova 3+1reb+1ast, S.Fiserova 2+4reb
gschID: 1059263


KP Brno - SBS Ostrava 76-69

Everything went according to plan when third ranked KP Brno (13-4) won against at home 7th ranked SBS Ostrava (6-10) 76-69 on Saturday. KP Brno forced 23 SBS Ostrava turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Karolina Sotolova (167-1999) who helped to win the game recording 19 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals and the former international forward Katerina Galickova (182-2000) who added 15 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Four KP Brno players scored in double figures. KP Brno's coach Marcela Kramer used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side swingman Adela Smutna (183-1999, college: Northwest JC) responded with a double-double by scoring 27 points and 12 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) and Eliska Kubickova (174-2003) scored 22 points. KP Brno maintains third position with 13-4 record having just two points less than leader USK Praha. SBS Ostrava lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with ten games lost. KP Brno will meet Slovanka MB (#8) in the next round where they are favorite. SBS Ostrava will play against U19 Chance and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
KP Brno: K.Sotolova 19+7reb+4ast, K.Galickova 15+8reb+1ast, E.Kopecka 14+3reb+4ast, P.Malikova 10+6reb+5ast, A.Kopecka 9+8reb, K.Fadrhonsova 5+1reb
SBS Ostrava: A.Smutna 27+12reb+1ast, K.Eliska 22+4reb+2ast, T.Motycakova 11+8reb+3ast, K.Kanova 5+10reb+5ast, N.Raskova 2+1reb+3ast, A.Wilkinson 2+5reb+2ast
gschID: 1059264


Chomutov - SBS Ostrava 81-67

There was no surprise when 7th ranked SBS Ostrava (6-10) was defeated on the road by fourth ranked Chomutov (10-7) 81-67 on Monday. Chomutov outrebounded SBS Ostrava 45-31 including 30 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Valentyna Kadlecova (182-2004) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and American forward Najai Pollard (180-1997, college: Delaware St.) who added 17 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Chomutov's coach Jozef Resetar used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side swingman Adela Smutna (183-1999, college: Northwest JC) responded with 20 points and Eliska Kubickova (174-2003) scored 15 points and 5 rebounds. Chomutov maintains fourth position with 10-7 record. SBS Ostrava lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with ten games lost. Chomutov will meet at home Slavia (#6) in the next round. SBS Ostrava will play against U19 Chance and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Chomutov: K.Valentyna 25+4reb+3ast, N.Pollard 17+8reb, B.Eliska 7, F.Monika 6+8reb+2ast, M.Krejzova 5+2reb+4ast, M.Satoranska 5+6reb
SBS Ostrava: A.Smutna 20+2reb+2ast, K.Eliska 15+5reb+2ast, T.Peric 7+1reb, T.Motycakova 6+5reb+3ast, A.Wilkinson 6+3reb, K.Kanova 6+8reb+3ast
gschID: 1059557


Slovanka MB - KP Brno 72-84

No shocking result in a game in Vodochody where third ranked KP Brno (13-4) defeated 8th ranked Slovanka MB (4-13) 84-72 on Saturday. KP Brno had a 35-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Katerina Galickova (182-2000) who helped to win the game recording 17 points and 7 rebounds and the former international Anezka Kopecka (181-2000) who added 13 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. KP Brno's coach Marcela Kramer used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American guard Jennifer Coleman (175-1998, college: Navy) responded with 22 points and 5 rebounds and swingman Andrea Ondrouskova (175-2001) scored 17 points and 5 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. KP Brno maintains third position with 13-4 record having just two points less than leader USK Praha. Loser Slovanka MB keeps the eighth place with 13 games lost. KP Brno will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Slovanka MB will play against the league's second-placed Zabiny Brno (#2) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
KP Brno: K.Galickova 17+7reb+3ast, A.Kopecka 13+10reb, P.Malikova 11+4reb+3ast, E.Kopecka 10+1reb+3ast, K.Sotolova 10+7reb+4ast, H.Dominica 9+4reb+3ast
Slovanka MB: J.Coleman 22+5reb+3ast, A.Ondrouskova 17+5reb+3ast, S.Lucie 16+1reb+1ast, G.Mervinska 10+9reb+2ast, P.Jitka 5+3reb+2ast, B.Buskova 2+9reb
gschID: 1061392


Sokol HK - Loko Trutnov 93-55

Rather expected game in Hradec Kralove where 9th ranked Loko Trutnov (2-15) was rolled over by sixth ranked Sokol HK (9-8) 93-55 on Saturday. Sokol HK dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Loko Trutnov's 28. Sokol HK forced 29 Loko Trutnov turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international Pamela-Therese Effangova (178-1993) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and 8 rebounds and the former international point guard Katerina Zeithammerova (162-2002) who added 22 points and 4 steals during the contest. Four Sokol HK players scored in double figures. At the losing side American forward Whisper Fisher (186-1997, college: Syracuse) responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 rebounds and guard Michaela Gaislerova (180-1997, college: NDSU) scored 17 points and 6 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sokol HK moved-up to fifth place. Loko Trutnov lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with 15 games lost. Sokol HK will again meet at home Loko Trutnov (#9) in the next round. Loko Trutnov will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Sokol HK: K.Zeithammerova 22+1reb+2ast, P.Effangova 21+8reb+3ast, A.Hanusova 15+7reb, V.Charlotte 14+3reb, A.Levinska 7+3reb, V.Natalie 4
Loko Trutnov: M.Gaislerova 17+6reb, K.Kozumplikova 13+3reb+1ast, W.Fisher 11+12reb+1ast, V.Adela 4+1ast, K.Malcolm 4+6reb+1ast, R.Northcross-Baker 3+3reb+1ast
gschID: 1061393


Round 11
SBS Ostrava - Sokol HK 71-76

The game between closely ranked teams ended with sixth ranked Sokol HK's (9-8) road victory over 7th ranked SBS Ostrava (6-10) 76-71 on Wednesday. Sokol HK made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 SBS Ostrava turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international Pamela-Therese Effangova (178-1993) who helped to win the game recording 36 points (!!!) and 5 assists and the former international point guard Katerina Zeithammerova (162-2002) who added 16 points and 6 steals during the contest. Sokol HK's coach Romana Ptackova used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side Eliska Kubickova (174-2003) responded with 20 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and American power forward Anacia Wilkinson (188-1997, college: Tenn Tech) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds. Sokol HK moved-up to fifth place. SBS Ostrava lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with ten games lost. Sokol HK will meet at home Loko Trutnov (#9) in the next round. SBS Ostrava will play against U19 Chance and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sokol HK: P.Effangova 36+3reb+5ast, K.Zeithammerova 16+4reb+1ast, K.Vojtikova 8+10reb+2ast, A.Hanusova 8+5reb, T.Havrylchyk 4+6reb, L.Bolardtova 2+5reb
SBS Ostrava: K.Eliska 20+9reb+6ast, A.Wilkinson 18+11reb+2ast, A.Smutna 18+5reb+2ast, K.Kanova 9+4reb+5ast, W.Duchnowska 3, N.Raskova 1+3reb+1ast
gschID: 1053581


Round 15
SBS Ostrava - Loko Trutnov 81-73

Not a big story in a game when 9th ranked Loko Trutnov (2-15) was defeated on the road by seventh ranked SBS Ostrava (6-10) 81-73 on Wednesday. SBS Ostrava had a 33-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Adela Smutna (183-1999, college: Northwest JC) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 29 points and 16 rebounds and American power forward Anacia Wilkinson (188-1997, college: Tenn Tech) who added 18 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks during the contest. At the losing side American forward Whisper Fisher (186-1997, college: Syracuse) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds and point guard Adela Vitova (170-2003) scored 11 points. Five Loko Trutnov players scored in double figures. Loko Trutnov's coach Tomas Vesely rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. SBS Ostrava maintains seventh position with 6-10 record. Loko Trutnov lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with 15 games lost. SBS Ostrava will meet at home bottom-ranked U19 Chance (#10) in the next round. Loko Trutnov will play against Sokol HK in Hradec Kralove and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
SBS Ostrava: A.Smutna 29+16reb+2ast, A.Wilkinson 18+11reb+4ast, W.Duchnowska 12+3reb+4ast, B.Alena 9+1reb+1ast, N.Raskova 5+3reb+4ast, T.Motycakova 4+6reb+6ast
Loko Trutnov: W.Fisher 13+13reb+1ast, M.Gaislerova 12+2reb+1ast, V.Adela 11+4reb+2ast, F.Aneta 11+3reb, K.Malcolm 10+3reb+1ast, K.Kozumplikova 8+2reb+3ast
gschID: 1058058


Round 7
Chomutov - USK Praha 76-115

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Chomutov. Top-ranked USK Praha faced 4th ranked Chomutov. Guests from Praha (16-0) smashed host Chomutov (10-7) 115-76. USK Praha shot 64.2 percent from the field and made 17-of-20 charity shots (85.0 percent) during the game. USK Praha outrebounded Chomutov 34-22 including a 26-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three nailing 12 long-distance shots on high 57.1 percentage. USK Praha players were unselfish on offense dishing 35 assists comparing to just 17 passes made by Chomutov's players. Worth to mention a great performance of American center Brionna Jones (191-1995, college: Maryland) who helped to win the game recording 37 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds. The other American import forward Alyssa Thomas (188-1992, college: Maryland) contributed with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. American forward Najai Pollard (180-1997, college: Delaware St.) replied with 18 points and 8 rebounds and the former international forward Michaela Krejzova (184-1998) added 9 points and 4 assists in the effort for Chomutov. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Chomutov's coach Jozef Resetar gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. USK Praha have an impressive 16-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 16-0 record. Chomutov at the other side keeps the fourth place with seven games lost. USK Praha will play against bottom-ranked U19 Chance (#10) in Strakonice in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Chomutov will play at home against Slavia (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
USK Praha: B.Jones 37+5reb+2ast, S.Sklenarova 19+1reb+2ast, V.Vukosavljevic 18+3reb+7ast, A.Thomas 16+10reb+5ast, V.Vorackova 8+3reb+2ast, T.Vyoralova 8+7reb+7ast
Chomutov: N.Pollard 18+8reb, H.Jesika 14+1reb, B.Eliska 12+2reb+1ast, K.Valentyna 12+2reb+1ast, M.Krejzova 9+2reb+4ast, C.Lucie 4+3reb+1ast
gschID: 1047172




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EL SALVADOR  
Paola Ortiz claims Salvadorean Liga Superior weekly honour - by Eurobasket News
Talented Paola Ortiz (172-C-2001) had a very impressive game in the last round for Teclenas and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 15.
The 21-year old center had a double-double of 10 points and fourteen rebounds, while her team outclassed, the league's bottom-ranked team Opico (#8, 0-13) with 37-point margin 71-34. Teclenas is placed at 4th position in Salvadorean Liga Superior. Teclenas is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 7-6 record. It was one of impressive evenings for Ortiz as usually she does not deliver so high stats. Ortiz has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 12.7rpg).

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young power forward Gracia Flamenco (173-PF-2000) of Santa Tecla F1. Flamenco impressed basketball fans with 24 points and 7 rebounds. Of course she led Santa Tecla F1 to another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Se7en (#7, 2-11) 101-41. Santa Tecla F1's 6th position in the standings has not changed. She plays for the best team in the league and Santa Tecla F1 managed to win all 13 games keeping a perfect record. Flamenco is a newcomer at Santa Tecla F1 and despite she is not a team leader yet, every game she becomes more reliable player. Hopefully performances like the last one will happen more often.

The third best performed player last round was another Teclenas' star - Andrea Molina (164-SG-2001). Molina scored 17 points and passed ten assists (!!!). She was another key player of Teclenas, helping her team with a 71-34 easy win against Opico (#8, 0-13). Teclenas needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 7 victories and 6 lost games. Molina has a great season in El Salvador. After only 4 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 4.5apg (2nd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Jocelyne Zambrano (169-SF-1993) of UCA - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Alicia Abarca (165-PF-1997) of Costa Rica - 14 points and 15 rebounds
6. Andrea Garcia (160-PG-1998) of Santa Tecla F1 - 10 points, 4 rebounds and 9 assists
7. Fatima Manzanares (173-PF-1999) of Santa Tecla F1 - 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Leyla Miranda (168-F-1999) of Teclenas - 12 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists
9. Heimy Lopez (167-G-2004) of Costa Rica - 21 points
10. Paola Campos (165-PG-2001) of Santa Tecla F1 - 15 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists

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

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


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EUROBASKET SUMMER LEAGUE  
Eurobasket Summer League Camp: What Some of Our Alumni Have Accomplished! - by ESL News

The Eurobasket Summer League (ESL) Camp and Tours have been the catalyst for helping players find jobs overseas. With the total number of professional alumni sitting at 1,287 players across 103 different countries, the facts speak for themselves. Players have come from every corner of the United States, Canada, and from countries ranging from China to Saudi Arabia to even a small island of Malta.

Each year we get a healthy dose of NCAA D1, D2, D3, and NAIA players to come to the various events. We have had players from powerhouse programs like Duke, Gonzaga, UCONN, Michigan State, and Texas to name a few that allow players from Mid-Majors and Small Colleges to prove their worth. The variety in itself is what makes the Eurobasket Camps and Showcases the best in the world for teams to recruit from. The success shows in having over 1200+ players sign professional contracts following their attendance at an ESL Event.

This link has the full list: https://www.eurobasketsummerleague.com/2023_Eurobasket.pdf

This year we will visit Dallas (March 31-April 2), Atlanta (June 2-4), NYC (June 9-11), Chicago (June 23-25), and Las Vegas (July 7-9 and 10-12).

Let's take a look at some of our Alumni:

David Nwaba (195-G/F-1993, college: Cal Poly) (2016): The only ESL camp member to sign a multi-year NBA Contract. David finished his ESL Camp ranked as the #1 player and went on to sign a contract in the G-League with the South Bay Lakers. After averaging 15 pts and 7 reb per game for 43 G-League games, David was called up to the Los Angeles Lakers where he averaged 6 points and 3 rebounds in 20 games. His NBA Career would continue with Chicago, Cleveland, Brooklyn, and Houston. His career high was in 2021/22 season in Houston where he averaged 9.2 pts and 4 reb per game.

Ronald March (196-G/F-1993, college: Philander Smith) (2016): After finishing his collegiate career at NAIA Philander Smith College, March took his first contract in India of the UBA League averaging 37 points per game! From there he moved on to the London Lightning in Canada, Grengewald Hostert in Luxembourg, and a stellar 2018/19 season in Switzerland averaging 21.6 points for Riviera. He then moved into France with Aix-Maurienne Savoie Basket in the Pro B level for 1 year before signing with Chorale de Roanne. Playing the top level of France now for 3 years having his best season at 20.4 points per game.

Eric Nottage (187-G-1994, college: FIU) (2019): Eric finished playing college for FIU in 2017 but went jobless the next 2 years! He came to the Eurobasket Camp and met Coach George Bitzanis who signed him to his Spisska Nova Ves team in the Slovakian SBL where he would spend 2 years averaging 17 pts per game! He has since spent team in the Georgian Superleague, the Switzerland SBL, French Pro B, and this year playing in North Macedonia for AD Skopje!

Ciara Rosten (188-F-1996, college: Edinboro) (2019): A NCAA Division II alumni of our 2019 Final 4 showcase in Tampa, Rosten teamed up with her advisor she met at the camp that helped get her first job in Sweden for Ostersund Basket. She then had stops in Romania, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, and is currently playing in the Bulgarian NBL and Eurocup with Beroe Stara Zagora! In Eurocup action she is averaging 8 points and 6 rebounds while in NBL play she is averaging 12.5 pts, and 10 reb per game!

Martha Burse (168-G-1996, college: Indianapolis) (168-G-1996, college: Indianapolis) (2018): One of our favorite alumni who stands only at 5'3 but one of the best scorers and defenders in all of Europe. Martha an NCAA Division II player got her start for CPN in Portugal's top division. She lead the league in steals at 3.6 per game to go with 18.3 points. She resigned for her 2nd season and lead the league in points and steals which lead to her signing for AD Vagos. After her third season in Portugal, Martha signed with BBC Sparta Bertrange in Luxembourg where she is currently averaging 26 points, 8 rebounds, and 4.1 steals per game.

Joey Puddister (183-PG-1992, college: Nipissing, agency: PBAplayers Agency) (2017): a 6'0 guard from Nipissing University in the Canadian Collegiate system got his start from Coach Vincent Van Sliedregt and his Rotterdam Challengers. Joey was assigned to Coach Vince's team in the ESL Camp and it was instant chemistry that resulted in his signing. Joey played 25 games in the Netherlands that year. He has since played for the Sudbury Five in Canada, and GDB Leca in Portugal.

Demetris Morant (206-F-1992, college: FGCU, agency: Helping Ballers) (2017): Came to via mid-major Florida Gulf Coast where he averaged 10 pts and 8 reb his senior season. He finished #1 in the analytics ratings that helped lead him to joining teams all over the world. His rookie season was in the Greece A1 League, followed by Germany Pro A, then the Hungarian A Division. After 3 years in Europe, he then moved on to Asia in the Thailand TBSL, and then came back to Europe for stops in Romania and Kosovo!

Silas Melson (193-G-1996, college: Gonzaga) (2018): After 4 great seasons at Gonzaga, Silas averaged 17 pts per game at the ESL camp in Vegas. He has since played in 7 countries ranging from Europe Cup in Greece, The Israeli Winner League, Qatar D1, Poland EBL, the Finland Korisliiga, Belgium Euromillions League, Turkey BSL, and VTB League with Estonia's BC Kalev/Cramo Tallinn. His best season was with Kalev/Cramo where her averaged 13.5 pts in the Latvian/Estonian League and 9.5 points in the VTB.

Andreona Keys (178-G-1995, college: Purdue) (2018): After her Purdue career ended she averaged 19.5 pts with 6 rebounds in the 2018 Women's Final 4 Showcase. She has since played in Ukraine, Slovenia, Romania, and Poland in her professional career. In every single season as a professional she has averaged over 20 points per game. Her highest total was in 2020/21 while playing for Dynamo in Ukraine.

Nyra Williams (165-G-1998, college: VCU) (2021): The VCU graduate signed her 1st contract with Artsakh in the Armenian Basketball League while leading the league in assists at 7.1 per game and scoring 24.5 ppg. She returned to Armenia for her 2nd season with Hatis where she averaged 15 points per game and again lead the league in assists. Hatis went on to win the Armenian Championship.

Reginald Kissoonlal (213-F/C-1996, college: Marian, IN, agency: One Motive Sports) (2019): Reggie came to ESL following his career at NAIA Marian University. He was found at the camp by Coach George Bitzanis who signed him to his team (Etha) in Cyprus. Reggie averaged 11 pts, 8 reb, and 2 blocks per game. He then moved on to play two seasons in Denmark for Randers and this season signed with the Boston Celtics NBA G-League Affiliate, the Maine Celtics. He is represented by one of the best agencies in international basketball in One Motive Sports.

Frank Bartley IV (191-G-1994, college: Louisiana, agency: One Motive Sports) (2019): After playing professionally for the Saint John Riptide (Canada), Frank moved on to play in Spain's LEB Gold with Valladolid following his 4th place ranking in the Vegas ESL. Bartley led LEB Gold in scoring and sparked his next move to BBL Germany with Medi Bayreuth. He then had a stint in Denmark with Bakken and averaged 17 points per game in the Israeli Winner League. This season Frank is averaging 19.2 pts per game in a powerful Italian Serie A league with Trieste.

Damian Archer (183-G-1996, college: Miles) (2020): Damian came to the very 1st camp following the COVID-19 pandemic and ended up landing a deal in with the Mad Foxes in Armenia. He led them to an Armenian Cup Championship and re-signed for another year. His 2nd year ended in him being named the Most Valuable Player for the Caucasus Basketball League (teams from Georgia and Armenia). He recently signed with the Gold Coast Wallabies in Switzerland during his 3rd professional season.

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EUROCUP  
Stats Leaders
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
McCowan_Teaira

Galatasaray
(201-C-1996)
Avg: 21.6

McCowan
21.6
Austin
20.8
James
20.5
Walker-K.
20.3
Simms
19.7
Overview of Opening Round of Quarterfinals - by Eurobasket News
E.Ramla - Venezia 80-75

E.Ramla made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. E.Ramla outrebounded Venezia 39-28 including 32 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American forward Shakira Austin (196-1999, college: Ole Miss, agency: LBM Management) fired a double-double by scoring 29 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American-Israeli swingman Alyssa Baron (178-1992, college: Pennsylvania) chipped in 19 points and 6 rebounds. American forward Jessica Shepard (193-1996, college: Notre Dame) produced 16 points and 6 rebounds and Matilde Villa (172-2004, agency: Players Group) added 13 points respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Venezia: J.Shepard 16+6reb+2ast, V.Matilde 13+1reb+2ast, S.Yasuma 10+2reb+2ast, S.Madera 10+3reb+2ast, A.Delaere 10+1reb+2ast, F.Pan 7+3reb+3ast
E.Ramla: S.Austin 29+16reb+4ast, A.Baron 19+6reb+3ast, A.Clark 14+8reb+1ast, M.Lisowa-Mbaka 11+2reb+1ast, S.Lucet 5+2reb, E.Dikaioulaku 2+5reb+14ast
gschID: 1059668


Villeneuve - Zaragoza 84-68

Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Kamiah Smalls (178-1998, college: JMU) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists. Ivorian center Kariata Diaby (192-1995) contributed with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Four Villeneuve players scored in double figures. Forward Vega Gimeno (185-1991, college: RMU) answered with 18 points and 6 rebounds and German Leonie Fiebich (193-2000) added 14 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Zaragoza. Zaragoza's coach rotated eleven players seeing no chance for a win.
Top scorers:
Zaragoza: V.Gimeno 18+6reb+3ast, L.Fiebich 14+6reb+3ast, M.Gatling 12+5reb, H.Oma 6+4reb+2ast, L.Gonzalez 6+1ast, C.Grande 4+3reb+1ast
Villeneuve: K.Smalls 21+8reb+9ast, H.Ben-Abdelkader 14+1reb+1ast, K.Burke 12+3reb+1ast, K.Diaby 10+10reb+2ast, C.Diallo 10+2reb, C.Heriaud 8+3reb+3ast
gschID: 1059669


Lyon - Angers 88-58

Lyon dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Angers' 32. Lyon had a 34-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Angers' players. American-French forward Gabrielle Williams (180-1996, college: UConn) stepped up and scored 18 points and 4 steals for the winners and guard Marine Johannes (174-1995) chipped in 13 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Lyon players scored in double figures. At the losing side center Nabala Fofana (186-2000) responded with 12 points and Axelle Merceron (-2003) scored 8 points and 5 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
Angers: N.Fofana 12+3reb+1ast, L.Leila 11+2ast, M.Axelle 8+5reb+1ast, K.Elenga 7+4reb+1ast, I.Arrondo 6+1reb+4ast, I.Jakubcova 5+5reb
Lyon: G.Williams 18+4reb+3ast, S.Gruda 16+4reb+1ast, M.Johannes 13+5reb+5ast, A.Chartereau 12+8reb+2ast, H.Ciak 9+9reb+1ast, B.January 6+1reb+7ast
gschID: 1059670


Cadi La Seu - Galatasaray 61-86

Galatasaray made 16-of-18 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. Galatasaray outrebounded Cadi La Seu 46-28 including a 33-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. American center Teaira McCowan (201-1996, college: MSU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 23 rebounds for the winners and Russian-American point guard Epiphanny Prince (175-1988, college: Rutgers) chipped in 22 points and 5 rebounds. Four Galatasaray players scored in double figures. Galatasaray's coach felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American guard Stephanie Watts (180-1997, college: UNC) responded with 14 points and 6 rebounds and guard Laia Raventos (170-1997, college: Charlotte) scored 13 points and 5 rebounds.
Top scorers:
Cadi La Seu: S.Watts 14+6reb+1ast, L.Raventos 13+5reb+1ast, G.Bahi 12+3reb+1ast, J.Tunstull 8+3reb, J.Soler 5+3reb+4ast, M.Brotons 4+4reb
Galatasaray: E.Prince 22+5reb+3ast, K.Nacickaite 19+5reb+1ast, A.Stevens 18+3reb+3ast, T.McCowan 15+23reb+2ast, P.Bilgic 5+3reb+2ast, A.Jurjane 4+4reb+2ast
gschID: 1059671




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EUROLEAGUE  
Standings (Women)
Euroleague Standings

Regular Season: Round 13

Group A

Feb. 22: Fenerbahce - Valencia 93-61
Feb. 22: Bologna - Atomeromu 89-59
Feb. 22: Polkowice - Bourges 66-75
Feb. 22: Olympiacos - USK Praha 54-85

Group B

Feb. 22: Girona - Mersin 73-75
Feb. 23: Kangoeroes - Schio 73-74
Feb. 22: Miskolc - Avenida 61-70
Feb. 23: Sopron - Landes 59-62

Regular Season: Round 14

Group A

Mar. 1: Atomeromu - Polkowice
Mar. 1: USK Praha - Bologna
Mar. 1: Bourges - Fenerbahce
Mar. 1: Valencia - Olympiacos

Group B

Mar. 1: Mersin - Kangoeroes
Mar. 1: Schio - Sopron
Mar. 1: Avenida - Girona
Mar. 1: Landes - Miskolc
Recap of Round 13 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News
There will be only one (last) round of the Regular Season in Euroleague. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most surprising game was another loss of top-ranked Hungarian Sopron (8-5) at the home court on Thursday night. Hosts were edged by eighth ranked French Landes (3-10) 62-59. Worth to mention a great performance of Swedish power forward Regan Magarity (190-1996, college: Virginia Tech) who helped to win the game recording 16 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Celine Dumerc (169-1982) contributed with 14 points and 7 assists for the winners. Serbian Jelena Brooks (188-1989) answered with 13 points for Sopron. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Landes moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Atomeromu. Defending Hungarian champion Sopron dropped to the third position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Landes is looking forward to face higher ranked Miskolc (#6) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sopron will play against the league's second-placed Schio having rather not much hope for a victory.
Another interesting game for French Bourges (8-5) which played on the court of Polish Polkowice (7-6). Fourth ranked Bourges won 75-66. Serbian-American guard Yvonne Anderson (170-1990, college: Texas) stepped up and scored 14 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and Anete Steinberga chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds. At the losing side Slovenian guard Zala Friskovec (179-1999) responded with 20 points and 7 rebounds. Bourges have a solid series of three victories in a row. Defending French champion moved-up to third place, which they share with 3 other teams. Polkowice lost fourth consecutive game. Defending Polish champion keeps the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Girona. Bourges will play against league's leader Fenerbahce in Istanbul in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Polkowice will play on the road against Atomeromu (#7) in Szekszard and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
A very close game took place in Girona between Turkish Mersin and Spanish Girona. Second ranked Mersin (9-4) got a very close victory on the road over 4th placed Girona (7-6). Mersin managed to escape with a 2-point win 75-73 on Wednesday evening. Chelsea Gray nailed 18 points for the winning side. Rebekah Gardner came up with 24 points and 4 steals for Girona in the defeat. Mersin have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Schio and USK Praha. Girona at the other side dropped to the fifth place with six games lost. They share the position with Polkowice. Mersin will meet at home Kangoeroes (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Girona will play against Avenida in Salamanca and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Other games in round 13 were not that significant. Valencia was smashed by Fenerbahce on the road 93-61. Bologna destroyed Atomeromu on its own court 89-59. USK Praha outscored Olympiacos in a road game 85-54. Kangoeroes lost to Italian defending champion Schio at home 73-74. Avenida defeated Miskolc on the opponent's court 70-61.
The most impressive performance of 13th round was 16 points and 8 rebounds by Reka Bernath of Miskolc.

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Group A
Fenerbahce - Valencia 93-61

No shocking result in a game when first ranked Turkish Fenerbahce (11-2) crushed 3rd placed Spanish Valencia (8-5) in Istanbul 93-61 on Wednesday. Fenerbahce dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Valencia's 26 and made 17-of-18 free shots (94.4 percent) during the game. Fenerbahce looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Valencia's players. Hungarian-American point guard Courtney Vandersloot (173-1989, college: Gonzaga) nailed a double-double by scoring 11 points, 5 rebounds, 12 assists and 4 steals for the winning side and German forward Satou Sabally (193-1998, college: Oregon) accounted for 20 points and 7 rebounds. Five Fenerbahce players scored in double figures. Point guard Angela Salvadores (178-1997, college: Duke) came up with 19 points and point guard Cristina Ouvina (173-1990) added 8 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Valencia 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. Fenerbahce have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. Defending Turkish champion maintains first place with 11-2 record. Valencia at the other side keeps the third position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Fenerbahce will meet Bourges (#4) on the road in the next round. Valencia will play against Olympiacos and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Valencia: A.Salvadores 19+1reb+1ast, C.Ouvina 8+8reb+2ast, Q.Casas 6+1reb+2ast, L.Romero 5+2reb+2ast, B.Elena 5+4reb+1ast, L.Cox 5+4reb+1ast
Fenerbahce: S.Sabally 20+7reb, B.Stewart 19+4reb+3ast, K.McBride 15+3reb+3ast, E.Meesseman 12+5reb+2ast, C.Vandersloot 11+5reb+12ast, I.Raca 6+2reb
gschID: 992369


Polkowice - Bourges 66-75

Another interesting game for French Bourges (8-5) which played on the court of Polish Polkowice (7-6). Fourth ranked Bourges won 75-66. Bourges forced 19 Polkowice turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Serbian-American guard Yvonne Anderson (170-1990, college: Texas) stepped up and scored 14 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and Latvian center Anete Steinberga (190-1990, college: UTEP) chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds. At the losing side Slovenian guard Zala Friskovec (179-1999) responded with 20 points and 7 rebounds and American point guard Erica Wheeler (170-1991, college: Rutgers) scored 14 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Bourges have a solid series of three victories in a row. Defending French champion moved-up to third place, which they share with 3 other teams. Polkowice lost fourth consecutive game. Defending Polish champion keeps the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Girona. Bourges will play against league's leader Fenerbahce in Istanbul in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Polkowice will play on the road against Atomeromu (#7) in Szekszard and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Polkowice: Z.Friskovec 20+7reb+1ast, E.Wheeler 14+5reb+6ast, W.Telenga 13+9reb+1ast, A.Spanou 11+8reb+1ast, W.Gajda 5+2reb+4ast, K.Gertchen 2+4reb
Bourges: A.Steinberga 14+8reb+3ast, Y.Anderson 14+8reb+6ast, S.Michel 13+4reb+2ast, A.Duchet 11+2reb+1ast, L.Guapo 11+3reb+1ast, K.Alexander 4+2reb
gschID: 992370


Bologna - Atomeromu 89-59

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 7th ranked Hungarian Atomeromu's (3-10) road loss to sixth ranked Italian Bologna (5-8) 59-89 on Wednesday. Bologna outrebounded Atomeromu 35-23 including 25 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Latvian forward Kitija Laksa (182-1996, college: S.Florida) nailed 22 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side and French center Iliana Rupert (194-2001) accounted for 15 points and 11 rebounds. Four Bologna players scored in double figures. Point guard Agnes Studer (169-1998) came up with 8 points and 8 assists and American-Hungarian forward Cyesha Goree (188-1993, college: Michigan) added 17 points and 4 steals respectively for Atomeromu in the defeat. Bologna maintains sixth place with 5-8 record. Atomeromu lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with ten games lost. They share it with Landes. Bologna will meet league's second-placed USK Praha on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Atomeromu will play against Polkowice (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Atomeromu: C.Goree 17+1reb+1ast, S.Krnjic 12+4reb+2ast, A.Studer 8+4reb+8ast, S.Wallace 7+3reb, M.Melinda 5+1ast, R.Manyoky 4+3reb+1ast
Bologna: K.Laksa 22+6reb+2ast, I.Rupert 15+11reb+2ast, P.Francesca 11+2reb+6ast, C.Zandalasini 10+1reb+2ast, M.Barberis 9+1reb+2ast, C.Parker 8+7reb+1ast
gschID: 992371


Olympiacos - USK Praha 54-85

Very predictable result when second ranked Czech USK Praha (9-4) rolled over 8th ranked Greek Olympiacos (1-12) in Piraeus 85-54 on Wednesday. USK Praha dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Olympiacos' 30. USK Praha forced 19 Olympiacos turnovers and outrebounded them 41-21 including a 32-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American forward Alyssa Thomas (188-1992, college: Maryland) nailed 17 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists for the winning side and her fellow American import center Brionna Jones (191-1995, college: Maryland) accounted for 19 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Four USK Praha players scored in double figures. American forward Megan Gustafson (190-1996, college: Iowa) came up with 14 points and 8 rebounds and guard Anna Stamolamprou (175-1995, college: RMU) added 14 points respectively for Olympiacos in the defeat. Olympiacos' coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Defending Czech champion keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Schio and Mersin. Defending Greek champion Olympiacos keep the eighth place with 12 games lost. USK Praha will meet at home Bologna (#6) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Olympiacos will play against Valencia and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Olympiacos: M.Gustafson 14+8reb+1ast, A.Stamolamprou 14+1reb+2ast, K.Shook 7+1reb+1ast, A.Nikolopoulou 6+2reb+3ast, E.Stamati 5+1ast, M.Skoric 3+1reb+1ast
USK Praha: B.Jones 19+5reb+4ast, A.Thomas 17+8reb+7ast, V.Vukosavljevic 15+8reb+2ast, T.Oblak 11+4reb+4ast, T.Vyoralova 6+6reb+1ast, V.Vorackova 6+5reb+5ast
gschID: 1034223


Group B
Sopron - Landes 59-62

The most surprising game was another loss of top-ranked Hungarian Sopron (8-5) at the home court on Thursday night. Hosts were edged by eighth ranked French Landes (3-10) 62-59. Worth to mention a great performance of Swedish power forward Regan Magarity (190-1996, college: Virginia Tech) who helped to win the game recording 16 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Celine Dumerc (169-1982) contributed with 14 points and 7 assists for the winners. Serbian Jelena Brooks (188-1989) answered with 13 points and guard Zsofia Fegyverneky (178-1984) added 11 points in the effort for Sopron. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Landes moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Atomeromu. Defending Hungarian champion Sopron dropped to the third position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Landes is looking forward to face higher ranked Miskolc (#6) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sopron will play against the league's second-placed Schio having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Sopron: J.Brooks 13+4reb+1ast, Z.Fegyverneky 11+3reb+2ast, D.Stankovic 9+3reb+3ast, Y.Turner 8+3reb+4ast, A.Kunek 7+3reb+1ast, O.Epoupa 5+4reb
Landes: R.Magarity 16+9reb+4ast, C.Dumerc 14+7ast, M.Fauthoux 10+3reb+2ast, L.Gil 8+7reb+1ast, C.Djaldi-Tabdi 4+3reb, M.Paget 3+2reb
gschID: 992372


Kangoeroes - Schio 73-74

Not a big story in a game when 7th ranked Belgian Kangoeroes (2-11) were edged by third ranked Italian Schio (9-4) in Mechelen 74-73 on Thursday. American point guard Marina Mabrey (180, college: Notre Dame) nailed 19 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side and her fellow American import Rhyne Howard (188, college: Kentucky) accounted for 15 points and 7 rebounds. American Morgan Bertsch (190-1997, college: UC Davis, agency: LBM Management) came up with 26 points and 4 assists and Chilean center Ziomara Morrison (194-1989, agency: LBM Management) added 15 points and 11 rebounds respectively for Kangoeroes in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Defending Italian champion keeps a position of league leader, which they share with USK Praha and Mersin. Defending Belgian champion Kangoeroes dropped to the eighth place with 11 games lost. Schio will meet at home Sopron (#4) in the next round. Kangoeroes will play against the league's leader Mersin (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kangoeroes: M.Bertsch 26+1reb+4ast, Z.Morrison 15+11reb+1ast, L.Berkani 11+4reb+5ast, L.Resimont 8+6reb+3ast, H.Nauwelaers 7+6reb+4ast, A.Rembiszewska 4+1reb+1ast
Schio: M.Mabrey 19+8reb+1ast, R.Howard 15+7reb, J.Keys 11+4reb+2ast, A.Ndour 9+5reb+1ast, M.Bestagno 8+4reb+3ast, C.Verona 6+2reb+3ast
gschID: 992373


Girona - Mersin 73-75

A very close game took place in Girona between Turkish Mersin and Spanish Girona. Second ranked Mersin (9-4) got a very close victory on the road over 4th placed Girona (7-6). Mersin managed to escape with a 2-point win 75-73 on Wednesday evening. Mersin made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. American point guard Chelsea Gray (180-1992, college: Duke) nailed 18 points for the winning side and North Macedonian-American guard DeWanna Bonner (193-1987, college: Auburn) accounted for 12 points and 10 rebounds. Four Mersin players scored in double figures. American guard Rebekah Gardner (185-1990, college: UCLA) came up with 24 points and 4 steals and the other American import point guard Brittney Sykes (175-1994, college: Syracuse) added 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Girona in the defeat. Mersin have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Schio and USK Praha. Girona at the other side dropped to the fifth place with six games lost. They share the position with Polkowice. Mersin will meet at home Kangoeroes (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Girona will play against Avenida in Salamanca and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Girona: R.Gardner 24+4reb+1ast, B.Sykes 17+8reb+4ast, M.Araujo 10+9reb+1ast, G.Labuckiene 8+3reb, M.Tolo 8+5reb+2ast, L.Flores 6+7reb
Mersin: C.Gray 18+4reb+1ast, H.Tiffany 13+4reb+2ast, D.Bonner 12+10reb, E.Williams 12+4reb, L.Cornelius 11+4reb+3ast, A.Crvendakic 7+8reb+2ast
gschID: 1034237


Miskolc - Avenida 61-70

The game between closely ranked teams ended with fifth ranked Spanish Avenida's (8-5) road victory over 6th ranked Hungarian Miskolc (6-7) 70-61 on Wednesday. Strangely Miskolc outrebounded Avenida 39-27 including 26 on the defensive glass. Canadian forward Bridget Carleton (185-1997, college: Iowa St.) nailed 15 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side and guard Leonor Rodriguez-Manso (180-1991, college: FSU) accounted for 11 points and 4 assists. Four Avenida players scored in double figures. Avenida's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Reka Bernath (175-1999) came up with 16 points and 8 rebounds and guard Nina Aho (179-1997, college: Duquesne) added 10 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Miskolc in the defeat. Avenida have a solid series of three victories in a row. Defending Spanish champion moved-up to third place, which they share with 3 other teams. Miskolc lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with seven games lost. Avenida will meet at home Girona (#5) in the next round. Miskolc will play against Landes in Mont de Marsan and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Miskolc: R.Bernath 16+8reb, A.Guirantes 12+5reb+2ast, N.Aho 10+5reb+4ast, C.Green 8+4reb, M.Grigalauskyte 6+5reb, M.Jovanovic 4+3reb
Avenida: B.Carleton 15+6reb+2ast, L.Rodriguez-Manso 11+4reb+4ast, M.Onyenwere 10+5reb+1ast, M.Fasoula 10+1reb, J.Nogic 9+1ast, M.Cazorla 8+2reb+5ast
gschID: 1034249




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Subway League Round 21: Valur edge Njardvik by three points - by Eurobasket News
Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

Fourth-ranked Njardvik (11-10) made lots of trouble for second ranked Valur (18-3) on Wednesday. The visitors from Reykjavik managed to secure only three-point victory 77-74. However their fans expected easier game. The guests trailed by 2 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 8-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 77-74. The best player for the winners was American guard Kiana Johnson (171-1993, college: Virginia Union) who scored 29 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. International forward Asta Grimsdottir (185-2001, college: HCU) chipped in 11 points and 10 rebounds. Valur's coach Olafur Sigurdsson used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was Portuguese point guard Raquel Laniero (171-2000) who recorded 22 points and 6 rebounds. Valur have an impressive series of twelve victories in a row. They maintain second place with 18-3 record behind leader Keflavik. Defending champion Njardvik keeps the fourth position with ten games lost. Valur are looking forward to face Breidablik (#7) in Kopavogur in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Njardvik will play at home against the league's leader Keflavik and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win.
Leader Keflavik delivered the nineteenth victory. This time they beat 6th ranked Fjolnir (5-16) 93-81 in Reykjavik. It was a good game for Venezuelan Daniela Wallen (179-1995, college: Okla City) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!), 14 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals. Birna Benonysdottir contributed with 9 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Keflavik's coach Hordur Vilhjalmsson allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Lithuanian guard Urte Slavickaite (171-1997) answered with 35 points (!!!) and 5 assists for Fjolnir. The victory was the third consecutive win for Keflavik. They maintain first place with 19-2 record. Fjolnir lost their third game in a row. They keep the sixth position with 16 games lost. Keflavik will play against Njardvik (#4) on the road in the next round. Fjolnir will play against Grindavik and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Kopavogur supposed to be also quite interesting. Third ranked Haukar (17-4) played at the court of 7th ranked Breidablik (4-17). Haukar smashed Breidablik 95-55 on Wednesday. Keira Robinson stepped up with a double-double by scoring 11 points, 7 rebounds, 10 assists and 6 steals for the winners. The best for the losing side was Anna Larusdottir with 18 points and 5 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Haukar. They maintain third place with 17-4 record having just two points less than leader Keflavik. Breidablik at the other side keeps the seventh position with 17 games lost. Haukar will meet bottom-ranked IR (#8) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Breidablik will play against the league's second-placed Valur and hope to secure a win.

In the last game of round 21 bottom-ranked IR was defeated by Grindavik in a road game 77-62.
The best stats of 21th round was 21 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists by Danielle Rodriguez of Grindavik.

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Grindavik - IR 77-62

There was no surprise when 8th ranked IR (1-20) was defeated on the road by fifth ranked Grindavik (9-12) 77-62 on Wednesday. The game was mostly controlled by Grindavik. IR managed to win third quarter 19-18. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Grindavik forced 26 IR turnovers and outrebounded them 57-38 including a 30-11 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American guard Danielle Rodriguez (177-1993, college: Utah) stepped up and scored 21 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners and Slovenian forward Elma Dautovic (187-2001, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 15 points and 14 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Estonian swingman Greeta Uprus (177-1994) with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists and center Nina Kristjansdottir (192-1996) scored 12 points and 5 rebounds. Four IR players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Grindavik maintains fifth place with 9-12 record. IR lost their fifth game in a row. Newly promoted team stay dead last with 20 lost games. Grindavik will meet Fjolnir (#6) in the next round. IR will play against Haukar and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
IR: G.Uprus 18+12reb+5ast, N.Kristjansdottir 12+5reb, A.Hjalmarsdottir 11+5reb, H.Greta 10+2reb+1ast, S.Saemundsdottir 5+2reb, A.Thorisdottir 4+4reb+5ast
Grindavik: D.Rodriguez 21+6reb+8ast, E.Dautovic 15+14reb+1ast, O.Hulda 12+3reb+2ast, A.Okodugha 9+11reb+2ast, N.Hekla 6+10reb+3ast, A.Sverrisdottir 5+5reb+2ast
gschID: 998576


Breidablik - Haukar 55-95

The game in Kopavogur supposed to be also quite interesting. Third ranked Haukar (17-4) played at the court of 7th ranked Breidablik (4-17). Haukar smashed Breidablik 95-55 on Wednesday. The guests trailed by 7 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 3-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 95-55. Haukar forced 30 Breidablik turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Haukar made 7 blocks. American guard Keira Robinson (170-1994, college: VCU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 11 points, 7 rebounds, 10 assists and 6 steals for the winners and the former international forward Emma Hjordisardottir (170-2004) chipped in 16 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. Four Haukar players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was the former international forward Anna Larusdottir (174-1999) with 18 points and 5 rebounds and the former international forward Rosa Petursdottir (175-1997) scored 12 points and 9 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Haukar. They maintain third place with 17-4 record having just two points less than leader Keflavik. Breidablik at the other side keeps the seventh position with 17 games lost. Haukar will meet bottom-ranked IR (#8) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Breidablik will play against the league's second-placed Valur and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Breidablik: A.Larusdottir 18+5reb+3ast, R.Petursdottir 12+9reb+3ast, H.Haraldsdottir 8+3reb, T.Kristjansdottir 4+4reb+4ast, B.Snorradottir 4+2reb, J.Inga 4+3reb
Haukar: S.Gisladottir 20+4reb+1ast, L.Henningsdottir 20+6reb, H.Emma 16+5reb+6ast, K.Robinson 11+7reb+10ast, J.Asdis 8+1ast, A.Tinna 7+1reb+1ast
gschID: 998573


Njardvik - Valur 74-77

Fourth-ranked Njardvik (11-10) made lots of trouble for second ranked Valur (18-3) on Wednesday. The visitors from Reykjavik managed to secure only three-point victory 77-74. However their fans expected easier game. The guests trailed by 2 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 8-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 77-74. The best player for the winners was American guard Kiana Johnson (171-1993, college: Virginia Union) who scored 29 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. International forward Asta Grimsdottir (185-2001, college: HCU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds. Valur's coach Olafur Sigurdsson used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was Portuguese point guard Raquel Laniero (171-2000) who recorded 22 points and 6 rebounds and Portuguese-British center Lavinia Silva (188-1988) added 18 points and 7 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Valur have an impressive series of twelve victories in a row. They maintain second place with 18-3 record behind leader Keflavik. Defending champion Njardvik keeps the fourth position with ten games lost. Valur are looking forward to face Breidablik (#7) in Kopavogur in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Njardvik will play at home against the league's leader Keflavik and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win.
Top scorers:
Njardvik: R.Laniero 22+6reb+3ast, L.Silva 18+4reb+7ast, A.Collier 14+8reb+6ast, E.Hakonardottir 11+4reb+1ast, I.Sigurdardottir 6+8reb+1ast, B.Hinriksdottir 3+4reb+1ast
Valur: K.Johnson 29+7reb+8ast, H.Kjartansdottir 13+7reb, A.Grimsdottir 11+10reb+2ast, S.Costa 10+1reb+2ast, E.Thorisdottir 6+1reb+1ast, B.Sara 4+3reb+2ast
gschID: 998574


Fjolnir - Keflavik 81-93

Leader Keflavik delivered the nineteenth victory. This time they beat 6th ranked Fjolnir (5-16) 93-81 in Reykjavik. It looked good early as Fjolnir took a 17-point lead at the end of first quarter. But then Keflavik took control and eventually winning the game that evening by 12 points. They made 25-of-29 charity shots (86.2 percent) during the game. Keflavik forced 21 Fjolnir turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. It was a good game for Venezuelan Daniela Wallen (179-1995, college: Okla City) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!), 14 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals. The former international forward Birna Benonysdottir (187-2000, college: Binghamton) contributed with 9 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Keflavik's coach Hordur Vilhjalmsson allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Lithuanian guard Urte Slavickaite (171-1997) answered with 35 points (!!!) and 5 assists and American guard Brittanny Dinkins (170-1994, college: Southern Miss) added 18 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists in the effort for Fjolnir. The victory was the third consecutive win for Keflavik. They maintain first place with 19-2 record. Fjolnir lost their third game in a row. They keep the sixth position with 16 games lost. Keflavik will play against Njardvik (#4) on the road in the next round. Fjolnir will play against Grindavik and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Fjolnir: U.Slavickaite 35+2reb+5ast, B.Dinkins 18+10reb+11ast, H.Stefania 8+3reb+1ast, A.Adalheidur 7, K.Heidur 7+9reb+1ast, S.Sill 6+10reb+2ast
Keflavik: D.Wallen 33+14reb+5ast, S.Agnes 14+4reb+3ast, A.Svansdottir 11+3reb+1ast, B.Benonysdottir 9+6reb+7ast, O.Oladottir 8+2reb+1ast, V.Anna 5+1reb+1ast
gschID: 998575




Best players of Icelandic Subway League round 21 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News
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Venezuelan Daniela Wallen (179-SF-1995) had an amazing evening in the last round for league's leader Keflavik and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 21.
The 27-year old had a double-double of 33 points and fourteen rebounds, while her team beat Fjolnir (#6, 5-16) 93-81. It allowed Keflavik to consolidate first place in the Icelandic Subway League. Keflavik has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the championship title. They improved their record to 19-2. In the team's last game Wallen had a remarkable 68.8% from 2-point range. She has many years of experience at Keflavik, through which she has constantly improved. Oklahoma City University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Wallen is in league's top in points (4th best: 20.6ppg), rebounds (3rd best: 11.0rpg), assists (7th best: 4.6apg) and averages solid 4.5spg,62.8% FGP and 41.2% from behind 3-point line.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American guard Kiana Johnson (171-G-1993) of second-ranked Valur. Johnson impressed basketball fans with 29 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. It was enough for Valur to edge slightly lower-ranked Njardvik (#4, 11-10) by 3 points 77-74. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Valur consolidated its place in top 2 of the standings. Her team lost just three games this season, while they won 18 matches. Johnson is a newcomer at Valur and it seems she did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.4ppg (#5). Her other stats are also decent: 7.4rpg and 7.7apg.

The third best performed player last round was American Keira Robinson (170-G-1994) of Haukar (#3). Robinson showcased her all-around game by recording 11 points, seven rebounds and ten assists (!!!) in the last round. She was a key player of Haukar, leading her team to a 95-55 easy win against the lower-ranked Breidablik (#7, 4-17). Haukar is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 17-4 record is not that bad... Robinson has a great season in Iceland. After 21 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.9ppg (7th best) and assists with 6.6apg (3rd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Danielle Rodriguez (177-G-1993) of Grindavik - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists
5. Urte Slavickaite (171-G-1997) of Fjolnir - 35 points, 2 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Brittanny Dinkins (170-G-1994) of Fjolnir - 18 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists
7. Raquel Laniero (171-PG-2000) of Njardvik - 22 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Greeta Uprus (177-F/G-1994) of IR - 18 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists
9. Lovisa Henningsdottir (186-F-1995) of Haukar - 20 points and 6 rebounds
10. Lavinia Silva (188-C-1988) of Njardvik - 18 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists

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

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


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LATVIA  
Stats Leaders - Women
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Not_Available

Ventspils
(173-PG-2004)
Avg: 20.3

Bertane
20.3
Zeltina
19.0
Petersone
17.0
Hudjakova
15.5
Stelmahere
14.8
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LITHUANIA  
Stats Leaders - LMKL
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Fomina_Olga

VK-Kamane
(164-PG-1989)
Avg: 22.4

Fomina
22.4
Andrunaviciu.
21.6
Zilinskaite
20.4
Zukaite
20.3
Aukstikalnyte
20.1
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LUXEMBOURG  
Stats Leaders - Women
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Welch-Coleman_Jaiamo

Etze.
(165-G-1997)
Avg: 28.9

Welch-Coleman
28.9
Ferenz
27.1
Anthony
26.8
Burse
25.9
Cahill
25.8
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MOZAMBIQUE  
Mozambique National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center
Starting five
#s#
Eleuteria Lhavanguane
Lhavanguane
Dulce Mabjaia
Mabjaia
Silvia Veloso
Veloso
Odelia Mafanela
Mafanela
Carla Covane
Covane
#e#5
1Ornelia Mutombene 168-PG-1990 Ferroviaro M. Mozambique
2Eleuteria Lhavanguane 180-F-1997 Costa do Sol Mozambique
5Nilza Chiziane 188-C-1992 Costa do Sol Mozambique
6Ingvild Mucauro 176-F-1992 Costa do Sol Mozambique
7Anabela Cossa 172-G-1986 Ferroviaro M. Mozambique
8Rosa Cossa 1995 Ferroviaro M. Mozambique
9Dulce Mabjaia 165-PG-1988 Ferroviaro M. Mozambique
10Stefania Chiziane 179-F-1996 Ferroviaro M. Mozambique
12Shelsea Rafael 171-PG-1999 Costa do Sol Mozambique
13Silvia Veloso 170-G-1998 Ferroviaro M. Mozambique
14Odelia Mafanela 181-F-1989 Ferroviaro M. Mozambique
15Carla Covane 190-C-1999 Costa do Sol Mozambique

Carlos Aik Head Coach


2023 AfroBasket Qualifiers: Mozambique stay perfect in Bulawayo - by Eurobasket News
Mozambique - Zimbabwe 95-43

Mozambique remained perfect in their 2023 AfroBasket qualification group. They stormed past Zimbabwe for the third consecutive win. Ingvild Mucauro and Stefania Chiziane finished with 14 points each for the winners.
Mozambique recorded a 19-7 lead ten minutes into the game. They sank 27 points in the second stanza to boost the margin at 24-point mark. Mozambique ignited a massive 29-9 run in the third term to clear off for good then. Carla Covane tossed in 13 points for Mozambique. Happiness Maroto answered with 15 points for Zimbabwe.
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NCAA1  
NCAA1 Stats Leaders
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Siegrist_Maddy

Villanova
(185-F-)
Avg: 29.1

Siegrist
29.1
Washington
27.7
Clark
27.3
Morrow
25.7
Reese
23.8
Asi, Oklahoma State women top No. 20 Iowa State 73-68 - by Eurobasket News
Asi Anna-Gret (5'8''-PG-2002, college: Arizona) capped Oklahoma State's best 3-point shooting night of the season with a clutch, tightly contested shot in the final minute and the Cowgirls topped No. 20 Iowa State 73-68 on Wednesday night in a showdown for third place in the Big 12 Conference. Asi made the score 71-66 as the shot clock expired with 49 seconds to play, making Oklahoma State 8 of 12 behind the line. The Cyclones had a chance to tie the game but air-balled a 3-pointer with 4.1 seconds to play and then had to foul three times before sending the Cowgirls to the line. Lexy Keys (5'7''-G) wrapped it up with .4 to go. Terryn Milton (5'9''-G-2000) scored 15 points to lead Oklahoma State (20-7, 10-5), which has won six straight. Taylen Collins (6'1''-F) added 14 points and Asi had 10. The Cowgirls hit at least half of their 3s for the fourth time this season and it's the first time they finished above 60%. Ashley Joens (6'0''-G/F-2000) scored 20 points for the Cyclones (17-8, 9-6) to move into 18th place on the NCAA scoring list with 2,880 points. Morgan Kane (6'3''-F-1999) added 16 points on 6-of-7 shooting. The Cyclones also had eight 3-pointers but on 21 attempts. Lexi Donarski (6'0''-G-2002) pulled ISU with 68-66 with a layup at the 2:12 mark and had a chance to tie after an OSU turnover but missed a shot. Asi missed a layup for the Cowgirls but the ball went out of bounds off ISU with 1:09 to play. Oklahoma State ran the clock down before Asi's clutch shot. Joens converted an offensive rebound into two free throws at 41 seconds to make it 71-68 but after an OSU miss the Cyclones missed the tying attempt. Naomie Alnatas (5'7''-G) hit a 3-pointer in the final minute of the first quarter to give the Cowgirls a 22-19 lead and then the Cyclones went 5 of 18 in the second quarter to fall behind 42-33 at the half. The Cyclones put together an 11-0 run early in the third quarter, taking a 46-44 lead on a Joens layup. The game stayed tight with the Cowgirls making four free throws in the final minute for a 57-53 lead going into the fourth quarter. Iowa State is home against TCU on Saturday and Oklahoma is at Kansas on Sunday.
Courtesy of: apnews.com

Kitley's buzzer-beater leads Virginia Tech past North Carolina 61-59 - by Eurobasket News
Elizabeth Kitley (6'5''-C) hit a buzzer-beating shot as time expired to lead the Virginia Tech women's basketball team past the North Carolina Tar Heels 61-59 on the road Thursday. The Hokies (23-4, 13-4) had three players score in double figures, led by Kitley, who had a double-double with 21 points and 10 rebounds. Kayana Traylor (5'9''-G-1999) added 20 points and Georgia Amoore (5'5''-G-2001) helped out with 10 points and four assists. Led by Taylor Soule (5'11''-F, agency: LBM Management)'s three offensive rebounds, Virginia Tech did a great job crashing the offensive glass, pulling down 14 boards that resulted in 12 second chance points. Virginia Tech struggled out of the gate, falling behind 16-9 at the end of the first quarter. Virginia Tech then cut the Tar Heels lead to 25-21 before going on a 5-0 run, highlighted by a bucket from Kitley, to take a 26-25 lead. The Tar Heels then came roaring back to take a 32-28 lead heading into halftime. North Carolina continued to increase its lead after halftime, building a 36-30 advantage before Virginia Tech went on a 10-0 run to grab a 40-36 lead with 3:41 to go in the third. North Carolina responded to seize a 45-42 lead entering the fourth quarter. Virginia Tech knocked down two three-pointers in the quarter to score six of its 14 total points. The Hokies rallied in the game's final frame, outscoring North Carolina 19-14 and overtaking the Tar Heels for good on a Kitley jumper with 00:00 left to grab the 61-59 victory. Virginia Tech took advantage of four North Carolina turnovers in the quarter, scoring nine points off of those takeaways.
Courtesy of: hokiesports.com



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POLAND  
Stats Leaders - PLKK
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Smith_Alanna

Gorzow W
(193-F-1996)
Avg: 22.6

Smith
22.6
Zempare
20.9
Jones
20.8
Jones
20.6
Sutton
17.8
1Liga Stats Leaders - by Eurobasket Center
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Ullmann_Dominika

Pol.Gdansk
(170-G-2005)
Avg: 22.3

Ullmann
22.3
Stasiuk
19.4
Kowalska
19.0
Kudelska
18.5
Marcinkowska
18.5
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RUSSIA  
Stats Leaders
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Beverly-Kelley_Ashle

Dynamo
(168-G-1993)
Avg: 17.6

Beverly-K.
17.6
Vadeeva
15.0
Ignatova
14.1
Bentley
13.9
Grant-Allen
13.5
PBL Round 3 (Second Stage): UMMC defeat Dynamo K. in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News
Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

An interesting game for UMMC (25-0) which hosted in Yekaterinburg Dynamo K. (20-5). UMMC had an easy win 72-50. UMMC outrebounded Dynamo K. 44-20 including a 30-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a good game for Belarusian-American point guard Alex Bentley (173-1990, college: Penn St.) who led her team to a victory with 19 points. The former international center Maria Vadeeva (193-1998) contributed with 14 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Guard Olesia Safonova (178-1999) answered with 12 points and 4 assists for Dynamo K.The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. UMMC are looking forward to face MBA in Moscow in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Dynamo K. will play at home against Samara and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Samara supposed to be also worth to mention about. Nadezhda (14-11) played at the court of Samara (13-12). Samara smashed Nadezhda 90-62. It was a great evening for Brazilian forward Isabela Macedo (180-1994) who led her team to a victory scoring 20 points and 5 rebounds. Anna Zaitceva helped adding 19 points and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was American forward Unique Thompson (190-1999, college: Auburn) with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds. Nadezhda's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Samara will play against Dynamo K. (#3) in Kursk in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Nadezhda will play at home against Sparta&K MR and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 3: Enisey beat Dynamo M. on the road 77-59. Neftyanik won against Rostov on its own court 68-57. Sparta&K MR was outscored by MBA in Moscow 90-70. Nika managed to beat Dynamo NR at home 75-68.
The most impressive performance of 3rd round was 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists by Ashley Beverly-Kelley of Dynamo NR.

The Round Review is presented by LBM Management. A full-service agency focused on Women's basketball sphere and working worldwide. A global and ethical quality service.


Dynamo M. - Enisey 59-77

No shocking result in a game when Enisey (13-12) beat Dynamo M. (2-23) in Moscow 77-59. Enisey forced 22 Dynamo M. turnovers. Dynamo M. was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a great evening for forward Yana Pashkovskaya (178-2003, agency: LBM Management) who led her team to a victory scoring 17 points and 4 assists. Power forward Ekatarina Polyashova-Burova (189-1996, agency: LBM Management) helped adding 9 points and 8 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Belarusian forward Natallia Harbachova (178-1999) with 18 points and 5 assists and forward Ekaterina Chistyakova (184-1989) scored 9 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Enisey will play against Nika (#7) in Syktyvkar in the next round. Dynamo M. will play at home against Rostov (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Enisey: P.Yana 17+1reb+4ast, E.Gunchenko 12+3reb, O.Petrova 10+4reb+4ast, E.Polyashova-Burova 9+8reb+1ast, A.Matveeva 8+1ast, A.Shuvagina 5+1reb+2ast
Dynamo M.: N.Harbachova 18+4reb+5ast, S.Demirchyan 11+1reb+2ast, D.Egorova 10+2reb, E.Chistyakova 9+6reb, S.Mariya 4, E.Shataeva-Nikitina 3+2reb
gschID: 1059900


Neftyanik - Rostov 68-57

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when Rostov (5-20) lost to Neftyanik (4-21) in Omsk 57-68. Neftyanik dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Rostov's 28. It was a great evening for power forward Viktoriya Ponamarchuk (187-1995) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds. Guard Olga Vorobyeva (182-1987) helped adding 14 points and 7 rebounds. Four Neftyanik players scored in double figures. Neftyanik's coach Elena Lazutkina allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was Belarusian swingman Aryna Masko (179-1999, agency: LBM Management) with 13 points and 9 rebounds and center Ekaterina Osipova (187-1997, agency: LBM Management) scored 13 points and 8 rebounds. Neftyanik will play against Dynamo NR (#9) in Novosibirsk in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Rostov will play on the road against Dynamo M. in Moscow and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Neftyanik: A.Khamitova 14+4reb+1ast, O.Vorobyeva 14+7reb, K.Ekaterina 12+1reb+3ast, V.Ponamarchuk 10+12reb+1ast, D.Levchenko 7+4reb+1ast, E.Mishkareva 4+2reb+2ast
Rostov: A.Masko 13+9reb+2ast, E.Osipova 13+8reb+1ast, M.Adashchyk 10+4reb+2ast, I.Grabovskaia 9+12reb, E.Mikhailova 7+2reb+3ast, S.Alexandra 5+2reb
gschID: 1059901


UMMC - Dynamo K. 72-50

An interesting game for UMMC (25-0) which hosted in Yekaterinburg Dynamo K. (20-5). UMMC had an easy win 72-50. UMMC outrebounded Dynamo K. 44-20 including a 30-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a good game for Belarusian-American point guard Alex Bentley (173-1990, college: Penn St.) who led her team to a victory with 19 points. The former international center Maria Vadeeva (193-1998) contributed with 14 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Guard Olesia Safonova (178-1999) answered with 12 points and 4 assists and the former international center Elizaveta Shabanova (197-1997) added 8 points in the effort for Dynamo K.The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. UMMC are looking forward to face MBA in Moscow in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Dynamo K. will play at home against Samara and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
UMMC: A.Bentley 19+4reb+2ast, M.Vadeeva 14+9reb+2ast, M.Papova 10+5reb+1ast, A.Shilova 8+6reb+3ast, D.Repnikova 6+2ast, K.Levchenko 6+2reb+4ast
Dynamo K.: O.Safonova 12+2reb+4ast, E.Shabanova 8+3reb+3ast, O.Frolkina 8+2reb+2ast, A.Abaiburova 6+2reb+1ast, A.Shtanko 5+5reb+2ast, V.Psareva 5+2reb
gschID: 1059902


Samara - Nadezhda 90-62

The game in Samara supposed to be also worth to mention about. Nadezhda (14-11) played at the court of Samara (13-12). Samara smashed Nadezhda 90-62. Samara forced 21 Nadezhda turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Nadezhda's players. Nadezhda was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a great evening for Brazilian forward Isabela Macedo (180-1994) who led her team to a victory scoring 20 points and 5 rebounds. The former international power forward Anna Zaitceva (182-1999) helped adding 19 points and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was American forward Unique Thompson (190-1999, college: Auburn) with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and forward Viktoriia Medvedeva (184-1991) scored 14 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Nadezhda's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Samara will play against Dynamo K. (#3) in Kursk in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Nadezhda will play at home against Sparta&K MR and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Samara: I.Macedo 20+5reb+3ast, A.Zaitceva 19+4reb+4ast, M.Bas 16+7reb+3ast, A.Komarova 12+3ast, D.Kolosovskaya 7+3reb+1ast, D.Kurilchuk 7+3reb+2ast
Nadezhda: U.Thompson 14+11reb+1ast, V.Medvedeva 14+2reb+1ast, N.Zhedik 11+4reb, A.Pachurina 10+3reb+1ast, D.Namok 5+1reb+1ast, Y.Panevina 5+1reb
gschID: 1059903


MBA - Sparta&K MR 90-70

Rather predictable result when MBA (21-4) rolled over Sparta&K MR (12-13) in Moscow 90-70. They outrebounded Sparta&K MR 38-23 including 24 on the defensive glass. MBA shot the lights out from three nailing 14 long-distance shots on high 53.8 percentage. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. It was a great evening for the former international center Nina Glonti (188-1997, agency: LBM Management) who led her team to a victory scoring 19 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Victoria Cheren (187-1998) helped adding 12 points and 7 rebounds. The best for the losing side was the former international Daria Ignatova (180-2000) with 13 points and swingman Anna Kuznetsova (177-2001) scored 10 points and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. MBA will play against UMMC in Yekaterinburg in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Sparta&K MR will play on the road against Nadezhda (#4) in Orenburg and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
MBA: N.Glonti 19+6reb, M.Krymova 12+4reb+3ast, V.Cheren 12+7reb+2ast, M.Goldyreva 12+1reb+2ast, E.Kirillova 9+1reb, Z.Maiga 6+5reb+1ast
Sparta&K MR: D.Ignatova 13+4reb+1ast, E.Kiseleva-Sergevna 11+1reb+2ast, A.Kuznetsova 10+3reb+4ast, V.Kuchina 10+2reb+2ast, A.Sabina 8+2reb, K.Kuzmina 7+4reb
gschID: 1059904


Nika - Dynamo NR 75-68

Not a big story in a game when Dynamo NR (8-17) lost to Nika (13-12) in Syktyvkar 68-75. Nika outrebounded Dynamo NR 43-24 including a 29-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for Canadian center Saicha Grant-Allen (196-1995, college: Dayton) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds. Polina Fedorova (189-1995) helped adding 14 points and 9 rebounds. Four Nika players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Ashley Beverly-Kelley (168-1993, college: Troy) with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and DR Congolese power forward La Mama Kapinga-Maweja (194-1997, agency: LBM Management) scored 12 points. Nika will play against Enisey (#8) in Krasnoyarsk in the next round. Dynamo NR will play at home against Neftyanik and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Nika: S.Grant-Allen 21+11reb+1ast, A.Marchenkova 15+4reb+1ast, P.Fedorova 14+9reb+2ast, N.Jovanovic 10+4reb+5ast, V.Kozhukhar 6+4reb, E.Fedorenkova 6+6ast
Dynamo NR: A.Beverly-Kelley 23+7reb+5ast, L.Mama Kapinga-Maweja 12+4reb, N.Anastasia 10+1reb+2ast, V.Zvereva 9+2reb+1ast, N.Potemina 6+5reb, Y.Kuzmina 5+2reb+1ast
gschID: 1059905




Sofia Liulina gets MVP of the Week award for Russian Superleague 1 (Second Stage) - by Eurobasket News
Talented Sofia Liulina (181-F-2004) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Sparta&K-2 V and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Superleague 1 Player of the Week award for round 3 (Second Stage).
The 18-year old forward had the game-high 25 points adding six rebounds for Sparta&K-2 V in her team's victory, helping them to beat UMMC Junior (#5, 17-8) 66-61. Sparta&K-2 V maintains the 6th position in Russian Superleague 1. Sparta&K-2 V is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. But it was their 12th lost game this season out of 25 games. Liulina turned to be Sparta&K-2 V's top player in her first season with the team. Liulina has impressive league stats. She is league's best scorer averaging so far 17.4ppg. Liulina is in league's top in and averages solid 50.9% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young forward Ekatrina Kuzmenkova (191-F-1988, agency: LBM Management) of Dynamo-En.IVA. Kuzmenkova impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 21 points and 12 rebounds. It was enough for Dynamo-En.IVA to edge Runa (12-13) by 6 points 66-60. The Second Stage is still at the very beginning and this victory may help a lot. Let's wait for the next round. Kuzmenkova is a newcomer at Dynamo-En.IVA and it seems she did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders.

The third best performed player last round was Darya Sharova (171-G-2002) of Novocherkassk (#12). Sharova showcased her all-around game by recording 19 points, six rebounds and six assists in the last round. She was a key player of Novocherkassk, leading her team to a 79-63 easy win against Stavropol (#11, 4-21). Novocherkassk can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 1-24 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Sharova has individually a great season in Russia. After 20 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 14.0ppg (5th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Svetlana Kramar (177-SG-1998) of Spartak SP - 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Yana Elberg (177-G-2004) of Dynamo-Farm - 18 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Darya Boltrik (186-C-2001) of Novocherkassk - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Tatyana Soloveva (182-F-1997) of Spartak SP - 16 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Maria Kanischeva (177-G/F-2000) of Chevakata - 15 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Anastasiia Bobrik (185-C-2001) of MBA-2 - 9 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists
10. Margarita Kuzyakina (190-F/C-2002) of UMMC Junior - 11 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists

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

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


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SWEDEN  
Damligan Round 16: Alvik Basket defeat Ostersund in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News
Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most exciting game of round 16 in the Damligan took place in Ostersund. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of 4th ranked Ostersund (9-8) to seventh ranked Alvik Basket (8-8) 60-58 on Saturday evening. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Aquira Decosta (185-2000, college: Sacramento St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 26 points and 24 rebounds and the other American import guard Kyah Proctor (168-1995, college: Bowie St.) who added 15 points and 12 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side American Jessica Kelliher (183-1997, college: Lewis) responded with 19 points and 8 rebounds. Alvik Basket moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Mark. Ostersund at the other side keeps the fourth position with eight games lost. They share it with Uppsala. Alvik Basket is looking forward to face IK Eos (#8) in Lund in the next round. Ostersund will have a break next round.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Norrkoping. One of their biggest challengers host Norrkoping (10-6) was smashed by second ranked Lulea Basket (13-1) 82-57. The winners were led by American guard Bria Goss (178-1992, college: Kentucky) who scored that evening 22 points and 8 rebounds and Brooke McCarty-Williams supported her with 21 points and 7 assists. Lulea Basket's coach Robin Sandberg felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 14 points and 6 rebounds by international guard Lovisa Hjern (175-1999) did not help to save the game for Norrkoping. Lulea Basket have an impressive 13-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 13-1 record behind leader Sodertalje. Defending champion Norrkoping keeps the third place with six games lost. Lulea Basket will play against Sjuharads (#10) in Boras in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Norrkoping will have a break next round.
Damligan top team - Sodertalje (14-2) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed eighth ranked IK Eos (7-9) 118-91. Louice Halvarsson fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Coach Jesper Sundberg's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Courtajia Sanders produced a double-double by scoring 28 points and 14 rebounds for lost side. Sodertalje maintains first position with 14-2 record. Loser IK Eos keep the eighth place with nine games lost. Sodertalje will meet Mark (#6) in the next round where they are favorite. IK Eos will play against Alvik Basket and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last two games of round 16 bottom-ranked Visby were destroyed by Uppsala on the opponent's court 80-57. Mark outscored Sjuharads in a home game 93-67.

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Sodertalje - IK Eos 118-91

Damligan top team - Sodertalje (14-2) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed eighth ranked IK Eos (7-9) 118-91. Sodertalje dominated down low during the game scoring 88 of its points in the paint compared to IK Eos' 54. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The former international power forward Louice Halvarsson (191-1989) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. International guard Klara Lundquist (173-1999) chipped in 25 points and 4 assists (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Four Sodertalje players scored in double figures. Coach Jesper Sundberg's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. American swingman Courtajia Sanders (185-1999, college: UCF) produced a double-double by scoring 28 points and 14 rebounds and her fellow American import guard Deja Church (178-1998, college: DePaul) added 27 points respectively for lost side. Sodertalje maintains first position with 14-2 record. Loser IK Eos keep the eighth place with nine games lost. Sodertalje will meet Mark (#6) in the next round where they are favorite. IK Eos will play against Alvik Basket and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sodertalje: K.Lundquist 25+4reb+4ast, F.Eldebrink 25+3reb+4ast, L.Halvarsson 21+12reb+2ast, E.Astrom 12+3reb+4ast, M.Claesson 10+2reb, E.Eldebrink 8+4reb+4ast
IK Eos: C.Sanders 28+14reb+2ast, D.Church 27+2reb+3ast, K.Hanna 11+3reb, E.Anas 9+3reb+3ast, J.Alma 8+1reb, E.Tova 4+2reb+2ast
gschID: 999931


Uppsala - Visby 80-57

Very expected game when 11th ranked Visby (2-14) was crushed on the road by fifth ranked Uppsala (9-8) 80-57 on Saturday. Uppsala made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 23 Visby turnovers and outrebounded them 41-24 including a 30-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Canadian center Oceana Hamilton (193-1995, college: Northwestern, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points and 19 rebounds for the winners. Guard Sandra Hansson (182-1994) chipped in 24 points (made all of her ten free throws !!!). Four Uppsala players scored in double figures. Samoan forward Geralynn Leaupepe (180-1996) produced 18 points and 8 steals and American guard NDea Flye (173-1998, college: Rocky Mountain) added 15 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Uppsala moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Ostersund. Loser Visby stay at the bottom position with 14 games lost. Uppsala will meet Hogsbo (#9) in the next round where they are favorite. Visby will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Uppsala: S.Hansson 24+2reb+1ast, O.Hamilton 22+19reb+3ast, S.Plentovich 12+8reb+6ast, C.Bittar 10+4reb+3ast, J.Prytz 6+2reb+2ast, C.Charles 3+1reb
Visby: L.Geralynn 18+4reb+2ast, K.Arsenic 16+4reb, N.Flye 15+8reb, O.Ester 3+3reb+2ast, A.Helin 3+3reb+3ast, L.Tilda 2+1reb
gschID: 999932


Ostersund - Alvik Basket 58-60

The most exciting game of round 16 in the Damligan took place in Ostersund. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of 4th ranked Ostersund (9-8) to seventh ranked Alvik Basket (8-8) 60-58 on Saturday evening. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Aquira Decosta (185-2000, college: Sacramento St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 26 points and 24 rebounds and the other American import guard Kyah Proctor (168-1995, college: Bowie St.) who added 15 points and 12 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side American Jessica Kelliher (183-1997, college: Lewis) responded with 19 points and 8 rebounds and guard Danielle Elvbo (169-1994) scored 14 points. Alvik Basket moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Mark. Ostersund at the other side keeps the fourth position with eight games lost. They share it with Uppsala. Alvik Basket is looking forward to face IK Eos (#8) in Lund in the next round. Ostersund will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Alvik Basket: A.Decosta 26+24reb+1ast, K.Proctor 15+12reb+3ast, H.Olivia 10+2reb, F.Jallow 5, K.Teigland 2+3reb+2ast, L.Vesiluoma 2+3reb+2ast
Ostersund: J.Kelliher 19+8reb+1ast, D.Elvbo 14+3reb+1ast, G.Bronson 7+5reb+5ast, S.Astrid 7+7reb, S.Dahlin 5+8reb+2ast, A.Lundquist 3+1reb
gschID: 999933


Mark - Sjuharads 93-67

Rather predictable result in Kinna where seventh ranked Mark (8-8) smashed 9th ranked Sjuharads (4-12) 93-67 on Tuesday. Mark forced 20 Sjuharads turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American forward Brianna Herlihy (183-1998, college: Villanova) fired a double-double by scoring 19 points, 15 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals for the winners. The other American import guard Brooklyn Pannell (175-1999, college: Charleston) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists. Four Mark players scored in double figures. American guard Brea Elmore (175-1996, college: Memphis) produced 19 points and 9 rebounds and the former international forward Paula Juhlin (184-1991) added 17 points and 10 rebounds respectively for lost side. Sjuharads' coach Karin Key gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Mark moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Alvik Basket. Sjuharads lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Hogsbo. Mark will meet at home league's leader Sodertalje in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Sjuharads will play against the league's second-placed Lulea Basket (#2) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mark: B.Herlihy 19+15reb+4ast, B.Pannell 18+10reb+8ast, B.Herlihy 16+7reb+3ast, E.Ovner 16+2reb, E.Sjostrand 9+1reb+1ast, L.VanAllen 9+5reb+7ast
Sjuharads: B.Elmore 19+9reb+3ast, P.Juhlin 17+10reb, E.Ljunggren 10+7reb+5ast, L.Larsson 6+3reb+1ast, A.Golob 5+5reb+1ast, C.Estelle 5+1reb+1ast
gschID: 999934


Norrkoping - Lulea Basket 57-82

The game between Top Four teams took place in Norrkoping. One of their biggest challengers host Norrkoping (10-6) was smashed by second ranked Lulea Basket (13-1) 82-57. Lulea Basket forced 27 Norrkoping turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. The winners were led by American guard Bria Goss (178-1992, college: Kentucky) who scored that evening 22 points and 8 rebounds and the other American import guard Brooke McCarty-Williams (163-1995, college: Texas) supported her with 21 points and 7 assists. Lulea Basket's coach Robin Sandberg felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 14 points and 6 rebounds by international guard Lovisa Hjern (175-1999) did not help to save the game for Norrkoping. Finnish center Sofia Pelander (192-1992) added 7 points, 6 rebounds and 4 blocks for lost side. Lulea Basket have an impressive 13-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 13-1 record behind leader Sodertalje. Defending champion Norrkoping keeps the third place with six games lost. Lulea Basket will play against Sjuharads (#10) in Boras in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Norrkoping will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Lulea Basket: B.Goss 22+8reb+2ast, B.McCarty-Williams 21+4reb+7ast, F.Wadling 12+7reb+2ast, M.Kraker 9+2reb+1ast, E.Nystrom 8+7reb+4ast, S.Hagg 5+2reb+3ast
Norrkoping: L.Hjern 14+6reb+3ast, E.Saga 8+3reb+3ast, A.Held 8+5reb, S.Pelander 7+6reb+1ast, B.Harvey-Carr 7+5reb, M.Ahlberg 6+5reb+1ast
gschID: 1061929




Hamilton number one in Sweden Damligan for round 16 - by Eurobasket News
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Canadian Center Oceana Hamilton (193-C-1995, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) had an amazing evening in the last round for Uppsala, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 16.
The 27-year old player had a double-double of 22 points and 19 rebounds, while her team crushed Visby (#11, 2-14) with 23-point margin 80-57. Uppsala is placed at 4th position in Swedish Damligan. Uppsala is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 9-8 record. Hamilton turned to be Uppsala's top player in her first season with the team. Former Northwestern University star has very solid stats this year. Hamilton is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 13.8rpg) and averages impressive 1.1bpg and 50.5% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Courtajia Sanders (185-G/F-1999) of IK Eos. Sanders had a very good evening with a double-double of 28 points and 14 rebounds. Bad luck as IK Eos lost that game 91-118 to the higher-ranked Sodertalje (#1, 14-2). IK Eos is still in a red zone at 8th spot in the standings. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 7-9 record. Sanders is a newcomer at IK Eos, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was American forward Brianna Herlihy (183-F-1998) of Mark (#6). Herlihy showcased her all-around game by recording 19 points, fifteen rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. She was a key player of Mark, leading her team to a 93-67 easy win against the lower-ranked Sjuharads (#10, 4-12). Mark needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 8 victories and 8 lost games. Herlihy has a great season in Sweden. After 16 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 12.4rpg (3rd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Aquira Decosta (185-F-2000) of Alvik Basket - 26 points and 24 rebounds
5. Louice Halvarsson (191-F/C-1989) of Sodertalje - 21 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Klara Lundquist (173-G-1999) of Sodertalje - 25 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Frida Eldebrink (174-G-1988) of Sodertalje - 25 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Brooklyn Pannell (175-G-1999) of Mark - 18 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists
9. Bria Goss (178-G-1992) of Lulea Basket - 22 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Brooke McCarty-Williams (163-G-1995) of Lulea Basket - 21 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists

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Mollova
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Shtyk
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Ostapchuk
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Superleague Round 12: Dnipro lose to Frankivsk in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News
Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The game between Top Four teams took place in Ivano-Frankivsk. Top-ranked host Frankivsk (17-0) smashed second-best Dnipro (4-6) 125-51. The game without a history. Frankivsk led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Dnipro's 30. Frankivsk forced 29 Dnipro turnovers and outrebounded them 53-34 including a 36-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 38 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Dnipro's players. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Angelica Lyashko (175-2000, agency: BIG) who helped to win the game recording 18 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international guard Olha Sivakova (167-1992) who added 20 points and 5 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was guard Kseniya Afanasyeva (170-1993) with 31 points and 5 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Undefeated Frankivsk have an impressive 16-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 17-0 record. Dnipro lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the second place with six games lost. Frankivsk will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Dnipro will play at home against Rivne and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Cherkasy. 4th ranked host Veneto-Cherkasy (1-6) was smashed by top-ranked Frankivsk (17-0) 129-44. The winners were led by Anastasiia Shepeliuk who scored that evening 21 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and Iryna Buhaiova supported her with 15 points and 11 rebounds. Frankivsk's coach felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 21 points and 9 rebounds by forward Anastasia Kostoglod (174-2005) did not help to save the game for Veneto-Cherkasy. Undefeated Frankivsk have an impressive 16-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 17-0 record. Veneto-Cherkasy lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fourth place with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Cherkasy. 4th ranked host Veneto-Cherkasy (1-6) was smashed by top-ranked Frankivsk (17-0) 110-38. The best player for the winners was Anastasiia Shepeliuk who scored 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Anastasia Rybas who recorded 4 points, 22 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Undefeated Frankivsk have an impressive 16-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 17-0 record. Veneto-Cherkasy lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fourth place with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

In the last game of round 12 Pereyaslav lost to undefeated Kyiv Basket on the opponent's court 33-61.

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Kyiv Basket - Pereyaslav 61-33

Very expected game when 5th ranked Pereyaslav (1-7) was crushed on the road by top-ranked Kyiv Basket (9-0) 61-33 on Monday. The game without a history. Kyiv Basket led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Pereyaslav to just 4 points in first quarter. Kyiv Basket held Pereyaslav to an opponent 22.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 32.4 percent accuracy of the winners. Kyiv Basket forced 32 Pereyaslav turnovers. The best player for the winners was point guard Anna Tonkonozhko (164-2006) who scored 13 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international forward Olga Krasnikova (182-1984) chipped in 12 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Four Kyiv Basket players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Anna Yarosh (180-2005) who recorded 11 points and 8 rebounds and forward Tetyana Bashtova (183-1993) added 7 points and 12 rebounds respectively. Pereyaslav's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Kyiv Basket have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 9-0 record. Newly promoted Pereyaslav keeps the fifth place with seven games lost. Kyiv Basket will meet Blyskavky 2 (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Pereyaslav will play against the league's second-placed Interkhim and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Pereyaslav: Y.Anna 11+8reb+1ast, T.Anna 11+6reb, T.Bashtova 7+12reb, V.Tsyganenko 4+3reb+3ast, S.Yana 0+1reb, P.Anastasiia 0+1reb
Kyiv Basket: R.Mariia 15+6reb, L.Anastasiia 14+4reb+3ast, T.Anna 13+6reb+4ast, O.Krasnikova 12+6reb+4ast, S.Kira 7+11reb, L.Maryna 0+1reb+3ast
gschID: 1061730


Frankivsk - Dnipro 125-51

The game between Top Four teams took place in Ivano-Frankivsk. Top-ranked host Frankivsk (17-0) smashed second-best Dnipro (4-6) 125-51. The game without a history. Frankivsk led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Dnipro's 30. Frankivsk forced 29 Dnipro turnovers and outrebounded them 53-34 including a 36-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 38 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Dnipro's players. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Angelica Lyashko (175-2000, agency: BIG) who helped to win the game recording 18 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international guard Olha Sivakova (167-1992) who added 20 points and 5 assists during the contest. Five Frankivsk players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was guard Kseniya Afanasyeva (170-1993) with 31 points and 5 rebounds and Kateryna Chernysh (-2006) scored 5 points and 7 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Frankivsk have an impressive 16-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 17-0 record. Dnipro lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the second place with six games lost. Frankivsk will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Dnipro will play at home against Rivne and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Dnipro: K.Afanasyeva 31+5reb+1ast, K.Olena 6+5reb+2ast, C.Kateryna 5+7reb+2ast, T.Kulinok 3+4reb+1ast, S.Polina 2+3reb+3ast, S.Anna 2+5reb+4ast
Frankivsk: O.Sivakova 20+3reb+5ast, A.Lyashko 18+5reb+6ast, L.Bohdana 18+4reb+4ast, B.Iryna 15+11reb+1ast, O.Mollova 14+4reb+3ast, K.Tykhonova 13+10reb+2ast
gschID: 1061731


Veneto-Cherkasy - Frankivsk 44-129

The game between Top Four teams took place in Cherkasy. 4th ranked host Veneto-Cherkasy (1-6) was smashed by top-ranked Frankivsk (17-0) 129-44. The game without a history. Frankivsk led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Veneto-Cherkasy's 36. Frankivsk forced 42 Veneto-Cherkasy turnovers and outrebounded them 58-47 including 25 on the offensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 39 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Veneto-Cherkasy's players. Frankivsk brought some defensive toughness making 8 blocks. The winners were led by Anastasiia Shepeliuk who scored that evening 21 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and forward Iryna Buhaiova (184-2005) supported her with 15 points and 11 rebounds. Five Frankivsk players scored in double figures. Frankivsk's coach felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 21 points and 9 rebounds by forward Anastasia Kostoglod (174-2005) did not help to save the game for Veneto-Cherkasy. Center Maria Pugach (181-2006) added 11 points and 15 rebounds. Frankivsk have an impressive 16-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 17-0 record. Veneto-Cherkasy lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fourth place with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Veneto-Cherkasy: K.Anastasia 21+9reb+3ast, P.Maria 11+15reb+1ast, D.Polina 4+5reb+1ast, R.Anastasia 4+10reb+2ast, L.Liubov 2, K.Kateryna 1+5reb+3ast
Frankivsk: S.Anastasiia 21+7reb+4ast, L.Bohdana 18+3reb+5ast, V.Kosmach 17+4reb+4ast, A.Lyashko 17+4reb+4ast, B.Iryna 15+11reb+2ast, O.Sivakova 12+1reb+10ast
gschID: 1061732


Veneto-Cherkasy - Frankivsk 38-110

The game between Top Four teams took place in Cherkasy. 4th ranked host Veneto-Cherkasy (1-6) was smashed by top-ranked Frankivsk (17-0) 110-38. The game without a history. Frankivsk led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Veneto-Cherkasy to just 6 points in second quarter and to 13 points in first half. Frankivsk dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Veneto-Cherkasy's 24. Frankivsk forced 55 Veneto-Cherkasy turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 37 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Veneto-Cherkasy's players. The best player for the winners was Anastasiia Shepeliuk who scored 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Angelica Lyashko (175-2000, agency: BIG) chipped in a double-double by scoring 22 points, 5 assists and 12 steals. Four Frankivsk players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Anastasia Rybas (178-2005) who recorded 4 points, 22 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and forward Anastasia Kostoglod (174-2005) added 16 points respectively. Frankivsk have an impressive 16-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 17-0 record. Veneto-Cherkasy lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fourth place with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Veneto-Cherkasy: K.Anastasia 16+4reb+1ast, P.Maria 8+8reb+1ast, D.Polina 6+6reb+2ast, R.Anastasia 4+22reb+4ast, S.Sofiia 2+1ast, K.Kateryna 2+1reb+1ast
Frankivsk: S.Anastasiia 24+5reb+4ast, A.Lyashko 22+5ast, K.Tykhonova 22+4reb, V.Kosmach 13+3reb+8ast, M.Dominika 11+7reb+5ast, B.Iryna 8+13reb+4ast
gschID: 1061733




Shepeliuk number one in Ukraine Superleague for round 12 - by Eurobasket News
Anastasiia Shepeliuk put on an amazing game in the last round for top-ranked Frankivsk, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 12.
The player was the main contributor (21 points, seven rebounds and four assists) to her team's victory, helping them to outclass Veneto-Cherkasy (#4, 1-6) with 85-point margin 129-44. It allowed Frankivsk to consolidate first place in the Ukrainian Superleague. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. It's already very far into the season and Frankivsk keeps a perfect 17-0 record. In the team's last game Shepeliuk had a remarkable 71.4% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for her as usually she does not deliver so high stats. Anastasiia Shepeliuk averages this season 10.8ppg.

The second best player in last round's games was young Kseniya Afanasyeva (170-G-1993) of league's second-best Dnipro. Afanasyeva had a very good evening with 31 points and 5 rebounds. Bad luck as Dnipro lost that game 51-125 to Group 1's leader Frankivsk (#1, 17-0). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the top position in Group 1. Dnipro still maintains its place in the top 2 of the standings, even despite this loss. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 4-6 record. Afanasyeva is a newcomer at Dnipro, but is already one of team's top players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 15.5ppg (#6). Her other stats are also decent: 8.3rpg and 6.1apg.

Third on the list of top players last round was another Frankivsk's star - forward Angelica Lyashko (175-F-2000, agency: BIG). Lyashko scored 22 points and passed five assists. She was another key player of Frankivsk, helping her team with a 110-38 easy win against #4 ranked Veneto-Cherkasy. Frankivsk have amazing season winning all 17 games without a single defeat in Group 2. Lyashko turns to be one of the very best players in the league while she is also a leader of the top team having her eyes on the championship title. Lyashko has a very solid season. In 16 games in Ukraine she scored 12.4ppg. She also has 3.6apg, 3.6spg and FGP: 60.9%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Iryna Buhaiova (184-F-2005) of Frankivsk - 15 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Bohdana Lapkhan (173-F-2004) of Frankivsk - 18 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Kateryna Tykhonova (176-F/G-1997) of Frankivsk - 22 points and 4 rebounds
7. Anastasia Rybas (178-F-2005) of Veneto-Cherkasy - 4 points, 22 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Olha Sivakova (167-G-1992) of Frankivsk - 20 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists
9. Oksana Mollova (188-F-1988) of Frankivsk - 14 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Taisia Udodenko (190-C-1989) of Frankivsk - 11 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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WNBA  
Chiney Ogwumike re-signs with Sparks; two-time All-Star reunited with Coach Curt Miller - by Eurobasket News
The Sparks have re-signed two-time WNBA All-Star forward Chiney Ogwumike (6'4''-F-1992, college: Stanford), the team announced Wednesday. Ogwumike, who was an unrestricted free agent, is entering her seventh season in the WNBA and fourth season with the Sparks, and has been reunited with her former Connecticut Sun head coach Curt Miller. 'I am so happy to re-sign with the Sparks,' Ogwumike said in a statement. 'The past two seasons here have been the hardest of my basketball career, but I am motivated and inspired for this season to mark a new chapter for the Sparks and me. Reuniting with Curt, the coach that helped me be an All-Star in 2018, who knows my fight and journey on the court, means the world to me. In a short amount of time, (General Manager Karen Bryant) and Eric have truly become family, and I appreciate all that they are doing for the Sparks organization to be great. I don't take for granted the opportunity to wear the purple and gold and will leave it all on the court this season.' The Sparks traded for Ogwumike back in 2019 from Connecticut in exchange for the team's 2020 first-round draft pick. The acquisition allowed Ogwumike to play with her older sister 2016 WNBA MVP Nneka Ogwumike and work for ESPN in Los Angeles. Nneka Ogwumike is also an unrestricted free agent who has yet to re-sign but is expected to, according to team officials. Meanwhile, Ogwumike recently signed a contract extension with ESPN, and currently serves as a co-host on 'NBA Today' with Malika Andrews, which airs daily, and she's also a full-time analyst on NBA Countdown's Wednesday show alongside Andrews, Richard Jefferson and Kendrick Perkins. On the court, Bryant said she's grateful for Ogwumike's leadership. 'Chiney is a key returning veteran for the Sparks,' Bryant said. 'We are grateful to have her continued leadership and frontcourt presence on our team.' Over her career, she has averaged 11.8 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 1.0 steals per game in 160 games with Connecticut and the Sparks. During the 2022 season with the Sparks, she played in 26 games (seven starts) and averaged 7.0 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 18.4 minutes. Ogwumike was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2014 WNBA Draft by the Connecticut Sun out of Stanford University. That season she made her first All-Star appearance and won Rookie of the Year by averaging 15.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks. During her time in Connecticut with Miller, she averaged 13.5 points, 7.0 rebounds and 1.1 steals in 64 games. During her final season in Connecticut in 2018, she shot a career-best 60.3% from the field, averaging 14.4 points and 7.3 rebounds before being selected to play in her second career All-Star Game. 'I am excited to be reunited with Chiney here in Los Angeles,' Miller said. 'Chiney is a highly productive and efficient player who also fits the culture that we want to establish in the locker room. She plays with a great motor and will provide valued energy to our team. Her offensive efficiency and defensive versatility will help us on both ends of the floor.' The move is the biggest of several signings this week. On Tuesday, the Sparks announced that guard Karlie Samuelson and forward Reshanda Gray had signed training camp contracts. Samuelson is from Orange County and Gray grew up in Los Angeles. Samuelson has been playing in Australia, shooting 55.3% from the floor, 48.1% from 3-point range and 94.4% from the free-throw line for the first-place Townsville Fire. 'Playing at home is always a dream and I'm grateful for the opportunity to be a part of such a historic team in the WNBA,' Samuelson said. 'I'm looking forward to training camp.' Gray has played six WNBA seasons, mostly as a reserve. Last year she played for Seattle and Phoenix. 'From growing up in South Central, L.A., to rocking the purple and gold again, there's no greater feeling,' Gray said. 'I'm so blessed with the opportunity to play in front of an amazing fanbase and a city I love so much. I'm so happy to be back home! Let's go!'
Courtesy of: pressenterprise.com



WNBA draft set for New York, to have Orange Carpet ceremony - by Eurobasket News
The WNBA's 2023 draft April 10 will be held at Spring Studios in New York City and be televised from 7 to 9 p.m. ET on ESPN and the ESPN App, the league announced Thursday. The three-round, 36-pick draft will feature prospects on-site, with commissioner Cathy Engelbert announcing the selections live. Prospective draftees will visit the Empire State Building and then take part in an "Orange Carpet" ceremony before the draft. "We anticipate hosting a truly memorable evening for WNBA teams and fans and, especially, for the incredible athletes for whom this night represents the launch of the next phase of their basketball journey, and the realization of a dream come true," Engelbert said.
The Indiana Fever have the No. 1 pick and are expected to take South Carolina post player Aliyah Boston (6'5''-F-2001). The Fever also have the No. 7 selection. The Dallas Wings have three first-round picks, at Nos. 3, 5 and 11. The Minnesota Lynx. (No. 2 and 12) and Atlanta Dream (Nos. 6 and 8) also have multiple first-round picks. The other first-round selections belong to the Washington Mystics (No. 4), Seattle Storm (No. 9) and Los Angeles Sparks (No. 10). The WNBA will begin its 27th season May 19.
Courtesy of: espn.com



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ZAMBIA  
Zambian National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center
1Mirriam Samuwika 1997
3Catherine Mwachambo 1995
4Gift Mwamba 1995
5Priscilla Chella 2000
6Thanzo Msundwe 1987
7Tendai Chuma Ziko 1995
8Chalwe Smangaliso 1991
9Mirriam Mulambo 1996
10Elizabeth Bwalya 1994
11Mercy Kawagu 1998
13Lizzie Kalala 2001
15Charity Maseko 2001

Noah Mabutwe Head Coach
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ZIMBABWE  
Zimbabwean National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

4Happiness Maroto 167-SG-1999 Egoli M. South Africa
5Ellen Chikoto 173-G-1984
6Sharon Chamwarura 176-SG-1993
7Nyasha Katsatse 162-SG-1996
8Thelma Goredema 165-SG-2000
9Tadiwa Mabika 174-F-2001
10Yolanda Matayataya 164-PG-1991
11Mary Chawayipira 179-F-1997
12Lopez Viki 179-F-2000
13Francisca Sekete 179-F-1995
14Fadzai Munongo 67-G-1999
15Rukudzo Mhembere 180-C-2002

Pondai Chitauro Head Coach
2023 AfroBasket Qualifiers: Mozambique stay perfect in Bulawayo - by Eurobasket News
Mozambique - Zimbabwe 95-43

Mozambique remained perfect in their 2023 AfroBasket qualification group. They stormed past Zimbabwe for the third consecutive win. Ingvild Mucauro and Stefania Chiziane finished with 14 points each for the winners.
Mozambique recorded a 19-7 lead ten minutes into the game. They sank 27 points in the second stanza to boost the margin at 24-point mark. Mozambique ignited a massive 29-9 run in the third term to clear off for good then. Carla Covane tossed in 13 points for Mozambique. Happiness Maroto answered with 15 points for Zimbabwe.