Eurobasket Daily News Report: 7/24/2023 4:04:01 AM

EUROBASKET NEWS REPORT - 7/24/2023 4:04:01 AM

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ABA LEAGUE

Buducnost inks Colbey Ross - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

KK Buducnost VOLI Podgorica (Erste Liga) agreed terms with 24-year old American guard Colbey Ross (185cm-84kg-1998, college: Pepperdine) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Ross played this summer at Utah Jazz in the NBA Summer League. In four games just recently he had 10.3ppg, 2.5rpg, 4.8apg and 1.3spg. He also played for the Jazz in NBA where in three NBA Summer League games he recorded 7.3ppg, 1.7rpg, 4.3apg and 1.0spg.
Ross has played also professionally in Italy (Varese), Czech Republic (Nymburk) and NBA Summer League (Portland Trail Blazers). His team made it to the WCC Tournament Semifinals in 2019 and 2021.
He graduated from Pepperdine University in 2021 and it will be his third season as a professional player.

KK Buducnost VOLI Podgorica roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Allerik Freeman
McKinley Wright_IV
Colbey Ross
Nikola Glendza
Igor Jokovic

Forwards:
Marko Jagodic-Kuridza
Aleksa Ilic
Andrija Slavkovic
Andrija Grbovic

Center:
JaCorey Williams

Coach: Dejan Radonjic

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AFRICAN CHAMPIONSHIPS U16

Guinea edge Egypt to capture title in Monastir - by Eurobasket News

FINAL

Guinea - Egypt 84-76
Guinea conquered their first ever U16 African title. They prevailed against Egypt in the exciting championship game today. Karanmadi Gassama (2007) posted 25 points to lead the champions. Egypt sank 28 points in the second period to post a 48-44 halftime lead. Egypt stretched the lead to 11 points heading into the fourth period. But Guinea responded with a massive 30-11 rally in the final stanza to seal the title. Nour Toure (2008) recorded 22 points for the winners. Ali Assran (202-F-2007) answered with 17 points and 9 rebounds for Egypt.

3-4 Place

Angola - Mali 56-63
Mali outscored Angola to step onto the pedestal in Monastir. Mali grabbed a comfortable 35-21 halftime lead. Angola narrowed the deficit in the second half but could not avoid the loss. Sambala Sissoko (2008) produced 18 points, while Mahamadou Diop (2007) added 14 points and 18 rebounds for Mali. Graciano N'Thonia (2007) answered with 17 points and 7 rebounds for Angola.

5-6 Place

Rwanda - Ivory Coast 74-62
Rwanda held off Ivory Coast to earn the fifth place at the championship. Ivory Coast posted an 18-14 lead ten minutes into the game. But Rwanda bounced back with a 25-14 run in the second term to take a 39-32 halftime lead. They followed with a 21-12 rally in the fourth term to seal the victory. Sean Williams (2008) delivered 23 points, while Ivan Mugabo (2007) added 15 points and 17 rebounds for Rwanda. Amadou Bah (2007) replied with 17 points, 8 assists and 7 rebounds for Ivory Coast.

7-8 Place

Morocco - Chad 74-75
Chad nipped Morocco to clinch the 7th place in Tunisia. Ange Gogoto (2007) tallied 23 points and 24 rebounds to lead the charge. Chad accumulated a 39-26 halftime advantage. Morocco unloaded 28 points in the fourth stanza but could not avoid the loss. Jassim El-Hasany (2008) netted 13 points for Morocco.

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ANTIGUA

ABBA Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Joshua MINNER

Cutie O
(198-G-1990)
Avg: 25.4

25.4

21.8

19.0

18.3

15.7

ABBA Round 2 of Semi-Finals - by Eurobasket News

Stingerz - Cutie Ovals 79-70

Stingerz dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Cutie Ovals' 26. They outrebounded Cutie Ovals 54-37 including a 22-11 advantage in offensive rebounds. Jayden Andrew had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 6 rebounds, 12 assists and 5 steals to lead the charge for the winners and the former international point guard Devorn Benjamin (182-1995) chipped in 22 points during the contest. The former international forward Mario Davis (198-1980, college: MWSU) responded with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and American guard Joshua Minner (198-1990, college: MACU) scored 15 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Stingerz: A.Jayden 23+6reb+12ast, D.Benjamin 22+4reb+2ast, K.Lee 16+10reb+2ast, J.Charles 6+5reb, T.Donte 4+5reb, J.Valerie 4+6reb+1ast
Cutie Ovals: M.Davis 23+6reb+6ast, J.Minner 15+7reb+5ast, B.Tavarus 6+7reb+3ast, S.Gomes 6+2reb+1ast, B.Matthew 5+1reb, T.Vasco 5+3reb

Flyers - Potters S. 85-60

Flyers dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Potters S.'s 36. Flyers forced 22 Potters S. turnovers and outrebounded them 68-34 including a 22-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. The former international forward Jabari Williams (211-2002, college: Indian River) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 21 rebounds. Guard Xavier Meade contributed with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Four Flyers players scored in double figures. The former international forward Cohen Desouza (201-1994) replied with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists and Welsh point guard Jacob Lloyd (183-1994, college: Harris-Stowe St.) added 13 points in the effort for Potters S.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:
Flyers: M.Xavier 17+12reb+6ast, J.Williams 16+21reb, A.Humphreys 14+10reb+4ast, H.David 14+6reb+2ast, D.Javonte 8+2reb+4ast, A.Kenya 7+5reb+2ast
Potters S.: D.Cohen 18+12reb+5ast, J.Lloyd 13+4reb+3ast, P.Ishaan 6+2reb+1ast, H.Wright 6+2reb+1ast, K.Simon 6+5reb+1ast, M.Charles 5+4reb+1ast

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ARGENTINA

Moron inks Gaston Zalazar - by Eurobasket News

Aceitunas Fragata Moron (LEB Silver) agreed terms with 27-year old Argentinian point guard Gaston Zalazar (190cm-1996) for new 2023-24 season. Zalazar will still stay in Spain where he played last season at La Matanza in the EBA. In 23 games he had 14.5ppg, 3.7rpg, 2.6apg and 1.7spg.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at CB Dadarmo Guimar (also in EBA). In 20 games he recorded 6.3ppg, 2.9rpg, 1.5apg and 1.3spg in that year.
He has played previously professionally also in Argentina (Anzorena) and Spain (Oh!Tels Union Linense de Baloncesto, Puerto Sagunto, Martos and Cartagena).

Andres Ibarguen (ex Carrib.Storm) agreed terms with Riachuelo de La Rioja - by Eurobasket News

Riachuelo de La Rioja (La Liga) inked 27-year old Colombian international 200cm forward Andres Ibarguen (college: Angelo State, agency: Helping Ballers) for upcoming season. He played this summer at Carrib.Storm in Colombian Liga Wplay. He managed to play in three leagues in three countries last year (!!!). In 23 Liga Wplay games just recently he recorded 12.5ppg, 8.5rpg and 2.0apg. Ibarguen ended 22-23 season at Flamengo in Brazilian league where in two BCL Americas games he averaged 3.0ppg and 3.5rpg. But the most of that year he spent at Trouville in Uruguayan LUB. In 17 games he had very impressive stats: 19.3ppg, 8.9rpg and 1.2apg.
He has been also a member of Colombian international program for some years. Ibarguen has regularly played for Colombian senior team since 2014 and previously for U17 National Team back in 2013.
He represented Colombia at the South American Championship in Caracas (Venezuela) seven years ago. His stats at that event were 5 games: 4.6ppg, 2.4rpg.
Ibarguen has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to three different continents (Europe, Latin America and of course North America). He has played previously professionally also in Holland (Yoast United) and Spain (Prat). Ibarguen played in the final of Basketball Champions League Americas in 2023.
Among many awards he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Dutch Eredivisie Honorable Mention in 2021.
He graduated from Angelo State in 2020 and it will be his fourth season in pro basketball. Ibarguen played also for University of Texas at Arlington for one year.

Riachuelo de La Rioja roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Nicolas De_los_Santos
Latraius Mosley

Forwards:
Santiago Arese
Andres Ibarguen

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ARMENIA

League A Round 9: Urartu edge Dvin by three points - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Third-ranked Dvin (4-6) made lots of trouble for second ranked Urartu (9-2) on Sunday. The visitors from Yerevan managed to secure only three-point victory 96-93. However their fans expected easier game. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Dvin. Urartu forced 20 Dvin turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Daniil Gevorgyan (186-1999) who scored 37 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds. The former international forward Arkadiy Mkrtychyan (204-1995, college: Idaho) chipped in 16 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Elijah Johnson who recorded a double-double by scoring 28 points, 16 rebounds and 5 assists. Urartu maintains second place with 9-2 record behind leader Artik. Dvin at the other side keeps the third position with six games lost. They share it with BKMA.
Important game to mention about took place in Dvin. Third ranked Dvin (4-6) saved a 2-point victory at home edging their close opponent BKMA (4-6) 97-95 in the game for the third place. It was a good game for American point guard Byron Ray (175-1993, college: LeMoyne-Owen) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 27 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists. Elijah Johnson contributed with 28 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Yura Melikyan (-2005) answered with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 15 rebounds for BKMA. Dvin maintains third place with 4-6 record having seven points less than leader Artik, which they share with defeated BKMA.
Leader Artik delivered the tenth victory on Friday night. This time they crushed 5th ranked FIMA (3-7) 124-98. Xavier Womack stepped up with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. The best for the losing side was Tajai Johnson with a triple-double by scoring 24 points, 14 rebounds and 11 assists. Artik (10-1) have an impressive series of ten victories in a row. They maintain first place. Loser FIMA keeps the fifth position with seven games lost.

Dvin - BKMA 97-95

Important game to mention about took place in Dvin. Third ranked Dvin (4-6) saved a 2-point victory at home edging their close opponent BKMA (4-6) 97-95 in the game for the third place. Dvin dominated down low during the game scoring 78 of its points in the paint compared to BKMA's 52. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. It was a good game for American point guard Byron Ray (175-1993, college: LeMoyne-Owen) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 27 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists. Elijah Johnson contributed with 28 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Ray is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Four Dvin players scored in double figures. Yura Melikyan (-2005) answered with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 15 rebounds and Tigran Mkrtumyan (-2005) added 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for BKMA. Dvin maintains third place with 4-6 record having seven points less than leader Artik, which they share with defeated BKMA.
Top scorers:
Dvin: J.Elijah 28+9reb+5ast, B.Ray 27+7reb+10ast, A.Morton 20+15reb+3ast, J.Jack Hagopian 17+2reb+1ast, K.Harut 5+2ast, B.Bedros 0+1reb
BKMA: M.Yura 25+15reb+1ast, M.Tigran 24+6reb+4ast, S.Vahan 19+5reb, G.Arayik 9+4reb+4ast, L.Vatyan 4+1reb+1ast, M.Marat 4+6reb+1ast

Artik - FIMA 124-98

Leader Artik delivered the tenth victory on Friday night. This time they crushed 5th ranked FIMA (3-7) 124-98. Artik forced 20 FIMA turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 38 assists comparing to just 24 passes made by FIMA's players. American Xavier Womack (198, college: Clayton St.) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and the former international point guard Mkhitar Vardanyan (180-1993) chipped in 24 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists. Four Artik players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American forward Tajai Johnson (188-1993, college: Clark Atlanta) with a triple-double by scoring 24 points, 14 rebounds and 11 assists and Lebanese Varant Keledjian (190-1996) produced a double-double by scoring 28 points and 10 rebounds. Artik (10-1) have an impressive series of ten victories in a row. They maintain first place. Loser FIMA keeps the fifth position with seven games lost.
Top scorers:
Artik: J.Womack 34+6reb+5ast, X.Womack 28+15reb+5ast, H.Grigoryan 25+11reb+8ast, V.Mkhitar 24+10reb+11ast, K.Hayk 8+5reb+5ast, P.Grigor 3+1ast
FIMA: V.Keledjian 28+10reb+2ast, T.Johnson 24+14reb+11ast, D.Allahyarian 15+7reb+5ast, S.Albert 10+2reb, H.Nyrie 9+2reb+3ast, B.Gevorg 8+7reb

Dvin - Urartu 93-96

Third-ranked Dvin (4-6) made lots of trouble for second ranked Urartu (9-2) on Sunday. The visitors from Yerevan managed to secure only three-point victory 96-93. However their fans expected easier game. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Dvin. Urartu forced 20 Dvin turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Daniil Gevorgyan (186-1999) who scored 37 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds. The former international forward Arkadiy Mkrtychyan (204-1995, college: Idaho) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists. Mkrtychyan is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the other side the best for losing team was Elijah Johnson who recorded a double-double by scoring 28 points, 16 rebounds and 5 assists and American point guard Byron Ray (175-1993, college: LeMoyne-Owen) added 24 points, 12 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals respectively. Four Urartu and five Dvin players scored in double figures. Urartu maintains second place with 9-2 record behind leader Artik. Dvin at the other side keeps the third position with six games lost. They share it with BKMA.
Top scorers:
Urartu: G.Daniil 37+6reb+3ast, T.Johnson 27+6reb+3ast, A.Mkrtychyan 16+15reb+6ast, B.Vartan 12+12reb+4ast, D.Mikayelyan 4+5reb+1ast, A.Danielyan 0+1reb+2ast
Dvin: J.Elijah 28+16reb+5ast, B.Ray 24+12reb+9ast, A.Morton 20+13reb+4ast, J.Jack Hagopian 11+3reb, H.Mano 10+4reb+1ast, K.Harut 0+1reb

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AUSTRALIA

Lukas Milner (ex East Perth E.) signs at Prievidza - by Michal Duchovic

BC Prievidza (Nike SBL) landed 23-year old American 208cm center Lukas Milner (college: Boise State, agency: One Motive Sports) for new season. Milner played this summer at East Perth Eagles in Australian West. In 6 NBL One North games just recently he averaged 12.0ppg, 6.5rpg, 1.3apg and 1.7bpg.
He graduated from Boise State in 2023 and it is his first season in pro basketball. His team was regular season runner-up in MWC in 2023. Milner played also for Johnson County Community College for 2 years.

BC Prievidza roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Lukas Bolek
Brandon Knapper
Xavier Rhodes

Forwards:
Matija Radovic
Alou Dillon

Center:
Lukas Milner

Coach: Sasa Jankovic

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AUSTRIA

Eisenstadt tabs Lukas Hahn - by Stefan Heinrich

Newly promoted Coldmaris BBC Nord Dragonz Eisenstadt (BSL) inked 23-year old 190cm guard Lukas Hahn for upcoming season. Hahn has played for the last two years at Arkadia. In 27 BSL games he averaged 8.1ppg, 2.0rpg and 4.0apg last season.
He represented Austria at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 Division B in Tallinn (Estonia) six years ago. His stats at that event were 8 games: 5.9ppg, 2.8rpg, 2.1apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 36.0%, 3PT: 34.6%, FT: 50.0%.
Hahn has played previously for three other teams: Worthersee Piraten, Furstenfeld Panthers and Kapfenberg Bulls. He won Austrian Bundesliga A championship title in 2018 and 2019 and the cup in 2017, 2019 and 2020.

Coldmaris BBC Nord Dragonz Eisenstadt roster for 2023-24:

Lukas Hahn
Lukas Knor
David Trukesitz
Dogus Demirel
Lenny Grafl
Konstantin Sauer

Coach: Felix Jambor

UBSC Graz adds Podany to their roster - by Stefan Heinrich

UBSC Raiffeisen Graz (BSL) added to their roster 21-year old guard Elias Podany (183cm-2002) for season 2023-24. Podany has played for the last five years at Kapfenberg Bulls (BSL). He managed to play in three leagues last year. The team played in three different competitions (!!!) that year, and he was exposed to basketball on different levels. But in 19 BSL games he recorded just 1.6ppg and 1.1apg. Podany also played 1 game in FIBA Europe Cup, but he did not score anything and had only 1 rebound. And finally he contributed to 6 games in Alpe Adria Cup where he averaged only 2.8ppg.
His team won Austrian Cup in 2019 and 2020.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Future Team (2.Bundesliga). In 10 games he got 11.4ppg, 3.2rpg, 2.0apg and 1.4spg in that year.
He represented Austria at the FIBA U20 European Championship Division B in Tbilisi (Georgia) last year. His stats at that event were 5 games: 3.8ppg, 2.0rpg, 1.6apg.

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BARBADOS

BABA Round 2 of Finals. Bulls nip Pinelands - by Eurobasket News

Bulls - Pinelands 81-80

Bulls looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international power forward Akeem Marsh (208-1986) who scored 25 points and 9 rebounds. The former international Kyrone Alexander (192-2003) chipped in 23 points and 6 rebounds. The former international forward Carl Thorpe (195-2001, college: W.Nebraska) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 15 rebounds and guard Rasheed Maynard (188-2000) added 20 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals respectively for the guests. Four Pinelands players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Bulls: A.Marsh 25+9reb+2ast, A.Kyrone 23+6reb+3ast, G.Rahiim 15+3reb+7ast, M.Simeon 9+4reb+5ast, K.Benn 7+11reb+2ast, T.King 2+4reb+2ast
Pinelands: C.Thorpe 21+15reb+2ast, R.Maynard 20+10reb+5ast, K.Deveron 14+10reb+1ast, D.Hurley 14+1reb+8ast, D.Hurley 6+7reb, J.Gill 3+4reb+2ast

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BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

H.Holon signs Justin Smith - by Eurobasket News

Hapoel UNET Holon (Winner League) signed 24-year old American forward Justin Smith (201cm-104kg-1999, college: Arkansas) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Smith played last season at Delaware Blue Coats (NBA G League) in the U.S. In 49 NBA-G-League games he had 9.6ppg, 5.1rpg, 1.0apg and 1.1spg.
Part of previous (2022) summer he spent at the 76ers in NBA where in four games he recorded 5.8ppg, 4.8rpg and 1.3apg in 2022 year. He also played for the 76ers in NBA. In three games he averaged 3.7ppg and 3.3rpg in 2022 year.
Smith has played previously professionally in NBA G League (Raptors 905 Missisauga). He won NBA G League championship title in 2023. Smith was voted Lake County Player of the Year by the Daily Herald back in 2016 and 2017.
He graduated from University of Arkansas in 2021 and it will be his third season as a professional player. He played also for Indiana University for 3 years.

Hapoel UNET Holon roster for 2023-24:

Guard:
Ahmad Caver

Forwards:
Shawn Dawson
Netanel Artzi
Justin Smith
Yotam Hanochi

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BELGIUM

De'Vondre Perry (ex Artland) signs with Kortrijk - by Peter Buyse

Newly promoted House of Talents Kortrijk Spurs (Pro Basketball League) added to their roster 24-year old American 196cm forward De'Vondre Perry (college: Albany) for season 2023-24. Perry played most recently at Artland in German ProA. In 36 games he recorded 14.1ppg, 5.5rpg, 1.9apg and 1.4spg last season. Good year as he was voted League Player of the Week.
He graduated from University at Albany in 2022 and it is his second season in pro basketball. Perry played also for Temple University for 4 years.

House of Talents Kortrijk Spurs roster for 2023-24:

Guard:
Jamarius Burton

Forwards:
Jayden Gardner
De'Vondre Perry
Paul Atkinson

Coach: Chris Beghin

Nick McGlynn (ex Leuven) agreed terms with Dziki Wwa - by Dimitri Chelidze

Newly promoted Dziki Warszawa (EBL) inked 26-year-old American 206cm forward Nick McGlynn (college: Drake) for the upcoming season. McGlynn played most recently at Stella Artois Leuven Bears in Belgian Pro Basketball League. In three games he recorded 11.0ppg, 9.7rpg (#5 in the league), 1.0apg, and 2.3bpg last season. He also played 34 games in BNXT League where he averaged 12.6ppg, 7.6rpg, 1.2apg, 1.4spg, and 1.0bpg. Great season indeed as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-BNXT League Second Team.

McGlynn has played previously professionally in Austria (Timberwolves and UBSC Graz) and Luxembourg.

Among many awards, his team made it to the Belgian League Semifinals in 2022. He was also selected All-MVC Defensive Player of the Year back in 2019.

McGlynn graduated from Drake University in 2019 and it will be his fifth season in pro basketball.

Dziki Warszawa roster for 2023-24:

Guards:

Michal Aleksandrowicz

Forwards:

Centers:

Coach:Krzysztof Szablowski

Jamarius Burton is a newcomer at Kortrijk - by Eurobasket News

Newly promoted House of Talents Kortrijk Spurs (Pro Basketball League) strengthened their roster with addition of 23-year old American guard Jamarius Burton (193cm-91kg-2000, college: Pittsburgh) for season 2023-24. Burton just graduated from University of Pittsburgh (NCAA). In 33 games he recorded very impressive stats: 15.1ppg, 4.8rpg and 4.2apg last season. He helped them to end the regular season as a second best team in NCAA1. A very spectacular season in his career as he was voted to NABC Division I All-District 2 Second Team.
Burton started his college career at Wichita State University (NCAA). Then he moved to Texas Tech University (NCAA). Burton's high school career he had spent at Independence in Charlotte, NC.
Of course it will be his first season as a professional player.

Bolton inks at Antwerp at the beginning of his pro career - by Eurobasket News

Telenet Giants Antwerp (Pro Basketball League) added to their roster 23-year old American guard Rasir Bolton (190cm-84kg-1999, agency: Octagon Europe) for new 2023-24 season. Bolton just graduated from Gonzaga (NCAA). In 37 games he recorded 10.1ppg, 1.9rpg and 2.5apg last season. He helped them to win WCC Tournament and they also made it to the NCAA Elite Eight.
Bolton started his college career at The Pennsylvania State University (NCAA). Then he moved to Iowa State University (NCAA). Bolton's high school career he had spent at Massanutten Military Academy in Woodstock, VA, which he joined from Huntington-St. Joseph Prep School.
Of course it will be his first season as a professional player.

Telenet Giants Antwerp roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Rasir Bolton
Keevan Veinot
Jo Van_Buggenhout

Forwards:
Yoeri Schoepen
Rocky Kreuser

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BENIN

Piacenza land Ursulo D'Almeida - by Eurobasket News

UCC Assigeco Piacenza (Serie A2) tabbed 21-year old naturalized Beninese 200cm swingman Ursulo D'Almeida for new season. D'Almeida is the second foreign player in the roster as USA Brady Skeens signed here earlier.
He played most recently at Rivierabanca Basket Rimini. In 36 Serie A2 games he averaged 3.6ppg and 4.3rpg last season.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Gruppo Mascio Treviglio where in 35 Serie A2 games he had 5.1ppg and 3.0rpg in that year. He helped them to make it to the Supercup final.
He has played previously for Italian team Biella.

UCC Assigeco Piacenza roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Gherardo Sabatini
Lorenzo Querci
Filippo Gallo

Forwards:
Giovanni Veronesi
Ursulo D'Almeida

Center:
Brady Skeens

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BNXT LEAGUE

Jamarius Burton is a newcomer at Kortrijk - by Eurobasket News

Bolton inks at Antwerp at the beginning of his pro career - by Eurobasket News

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BOSNIA

Bosnia and Herzegovina U18 National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Starting five

Fejzic

Saric

Zirojevic

Dzafic

Becirovic

Alem Fejzic

190-SG-2005

Spars

Nikola Saric

185-G-2005

Akademija BMP Bosnia

Faruk Duvnjak

186-G-2006

Igokea

Bojan Markovic

2005

Joker S.

Bakir Djedovic

196-F-2006

Todi

Tarik Hrelja

194-SG-2006

SC Derby 2 Montenegro

Abdul Delic

190-G-2005

Orlovik

Borisa Zirojevic

195-F-2005

Akademija BMP Bosnia

Luka Damjanac

203-F-2005

Timberwolves Austria

Elmir Dzafic

215-C-2005

Bosna S.

Vasilije Kuridza

205-F/G-2006

Igokea

Ajdin Becirovic

201-SF-2005

Igokea

Aleksandar Cikic

Head Coach

Djordje Ninkovic

Assistant

Leotar

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BRAZIL

Carioca Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Raffael MENCARINI

Praia
(187-G-2001)
Avg: 25.0

25.0

20.8

18.9

18.4

17.6

Reze signs Felipe Braga - by Paulo Freire

Reze Basket 44 (NM2) signed 29-year old Brazilian center Felipe Braga (213cm-1994) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Braga will still stay in France where he played last season at Rueil Athletic Club Basket in the NM1. In 37 games he had 5.7ppg and 4.6rpg. NM2 will be definitely a better match and he can see more playing time.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at CEP Lorient Basket (also in NM1). In 16 games he recorded just 2.8ppg and 3.3rpg in that year.
He was a member of Brazilian U19 National Team back in 2013.
Braga is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Argentina (Parque Sur), Portugal (CAB Madeira), Spain (AD Universidad de Oviedo), France (Pau Lacq Orthez and Etoile Angers) and Brazil (Sao Jose, Ponta Grossa and Vitoria).
His team made it to the NM1 Play-Offs Semifinals in 2022.

Andre Coimbra (ex Bucaros) signs at Pasaje - by Paulo Freire

Basket Pasaje Sag (Liga Basquet Pro) landed experienced 36-year old Brazilian 205cm center Andre Coimbra (college: CMU). Coimbra played in the summer at Bucaros in Colombian Liga Wplay.
He is a very experienced player. Coimbra has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to seven different countries on three different continents (Asia, Latin America and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Argentina (Ferro and Salta Basket), Iraq (Al-Hashd), Japan (Osaka Evessa and Ehime Orange Vikings), Uruguay (Coimbrabraica and Capitol), Venezuela (Llaneros), Brazil (Vivo/Franca, Botafogo, Automovel C.F. - Campos Dos Goytacazes, Brasilia and Universo/Goiania) and Nicaragua (Leones). His team made it to the Brazilian National League Semifinals in 2016 and 2017.
He is close to retirement age as a player. It may be one of last seasons in his extensive career, which he may end at Pasaje.
He graduated from Central Michigan University in 2012 and it will be his twelfth (!!!) season in pro basketball.

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CEBL

Round 18: Blackjacks lose to River Lions - by Eurobasket News

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

Top ranked Blackjacks (12-7) recorded its seventh loss in Niagara on Sunday night. Visitors were defeated by third ranked River Lions (11-7) 97-82. River Lions looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Khalil Ahmad (191-1996, college: CS Fullerton) who scored 29 points and 6 assists. Center Eddie Ekiyor (206-1997, college: Carleton) chipped in 13 points and 9 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Jamaican-Canadian guard Kadre Gray (186-1997, college: Laurentian) who recorded 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). River Lions maintains third position with 11-7 record behind leader Ottawa. Blackjacks at the other side still keep top place with seven games lost. They share the position with Winnipeg. River Lions will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Blackjacks will play at home against Bandits and are hoping to win this game.
Bottom-ranked Bandits managed to get a sixth victory. This time they won against sixth-ranked Stingers in Langley 84-74. It was a good game for American forward Nick Ward (203-1997, college: Michigan St.) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists. Alex Campbell contributed with 20 points for the winners. American forward Nick Hornsby (201-1995, college: Sacramento St.) replied with 14 points and 7 rebounds for Stingers. Stingers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Bandits maintains tenth position with 6-12 record. Stingers at the other side keep the sixth place with ten games lost. Bandits will play against league's leader Blackjacks in Ottawa in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Stingers will play on the road against Surge (#5) in Calgary and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game with biggest result difference took place in Montreal. Local Alliance (7-12) was outscored by ninth ranked Honey Badgers (7-10) 89-69 on Sunday night. Christian Vital scored 27 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals to lead the charge for the winners. Honey Badgers' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was Treveon Graham with 16 points and 7 rebounds. Defending champion moved-up to eighth place. Alliance lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with 12 games lost. Honey Badgers will meet at home higher ranked Shooting Stars (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Alliance will have a break next round.

Rest of the games of round 18 were very predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Montreal were defeated by Scarborough in Toronto 103-93. Calgary beat Saskatchewan at home 79-64. Winnipeg won against Vancouver on the opponent's court 90-79.
The best stats of 18th round was 32 points, 12 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals by Teddy Allen of Winnipeg.

Vancouver - Edmonton 84-74

Bottom-ranked Bandits managed to get a sixth victory. This time they won against sixth-ranked Stingers in Langley 84-74. Bandits forced 21 Stingers turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. It was a good game for American forward Nick Ward (203-1997, college: Michigan St.) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists. Jamaican-Canadian point guard Alex Campbell (191-1993, college: Windsor) contributed with 20 points for the winners. American forward Nick Hornsby (201-1995, college: Sacramento St.) replied with 14 points and 7 rebounds and guard Isiah Osborne (196-1996, college: Carleton, agency: VM Hoops Agency) added 15 points and 4 assists in the effort for Stingers. Four Stingers players scored in double figures. Stingers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Bandits maintains tenth position with 6-12 record. Stingers at the other side keep the sixth place with ten games lost. Bandits will play against league's leader Blackjacks in Ottawa in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Stingers will play on the road against Surge (#5) in Calgary and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Edmonton: I.Osborne 15+4reb+4ast, N.Hornsby 14+7reb+3ast, A.Uguak 11+2reb+7ast, B.Clarke 11+3reb, M.Lufile 6+6reb, M.Tutu 6+4reb+1ast
Vancouver: N.Ward 24+12reb+5ast, A.Campbell 20+4reb+2ast, G.Bezhanishvili 16+6reb, D.Notice 8+5reb+3ast, D.Herring Jr. 8+3reb+9ast, M.Johnson 4+6reb+2ast

Scarborough - Montreal 103-93

There was no surprise in Toronto where 8th ranked Alliance (7-12) was defeated by fourth ranked Shooting Stars (10-7) 103-93 on Friday. Shooting Stars looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Shooting Stars made 9 blocks. Guard Kassius Robertson (190-1994, college: Missouri, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 27 points and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American point guard Anthony Barber (188-1994, college: NC State) chipped in 18 points and 10 assists during the contest. Shooting Stars' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was American Ahmed Hill (196-1995, college: Virginia Tech) with 27 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and his fellow American import point guard Derek Brown (183, college: Portland St.) scored 15 points and 6 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Shooting Stars have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 10-7 record. Alliance lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth place with 12 games lost. Shooting Stars will meet Honey Badgers (#8) in the next round. Alliance will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Montreal: A.Hill 27+9reb+5ast, D.Brown 15+4reb+6ast, E.Ifejeh 14+8reb+3ast, T.Graham 13+7reb+4ast, C.Rohlehr 12+4reb+2ast, N.Cayo 7+2reb
Scarborough: K.Robertson 27+2reb+4ast, C.Brown Jr. 21+5reb, I.Mike 19+4reb+3ast, A.Barber 18+2reb+10ast, K.Young 11+12reb+1ast, K.Walker 4+4reb+2ast

Calgary - Saskatchewan 79-64

No shocking result in a game in Calgary where fifth ranked Surge (10-8) defeated 7th ranked Rattlers (8-11) 79-64 on Saturday. Surge dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Rattlers' 26. Surge forced 20 Rattlers turnovers. Guard Stefan Smith (188-1999, college: St.John's, agency: Players Group) scored 17 points and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and power forward Simi Shittu (208-1999, college: Vanderbilt) chipped in 13 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Five Surge players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American point guard Justin Wright-Foreman (183-1997, college: Hofstra) with 30 points and 8 rebounds and his fellow American import forward Malik Benlevi (198-1997, college: Georgia St.) scored 5 points. Rattlers' coach tested ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Surge maintains fifth position with 10-8 record. Loser Rattlers keep the seventh place with 11 games lost. Surge will meet at home Stingers (#6) in the next round. Rattlers will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Saskatchewan: J.Wright-Foreman 30+8reb+3ast, T.Niemi 9+2reb, J.Kennedy 5+5reb, M.Benlevi 5+4reb+2ast, A.Makuoi 5+3reb, M.Nuga 4+3reb
Calgary: S.Smith 17+5reb+3ast, A.Gilder 15+3reb+1ast, S.Miller-Moore 15+3reb+1ast, S.Shittu 13+6reb+1ast, T.Henderson Jr. 10+5reb+1ast, K.Kelley 4+3reb+2ast

Niagara - Ottawa 97-82

Top ranked Blackjacks (12-7) recorded its seventh loss in Niagara on Sunday night. Visitors were defeated by third ranked River Lions (11-7) 97-82. River Lions looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Khalil Ahmad (191-1996, college: CS Fullerton) who scored 29 points and 6 assists. Center Eddie Ekiyor (206-1997, college: Carleton) chipped in 13 points and 9 rebounds. Four River Lions players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Jamaican-Canadian guard Kadre Gray (186-1997, college: Laurentian) who recorded 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and Jackson Rowe (201-1997, college: CS Fullerton) added 19 points and 7 rebounds respectively. River Lions maintains third position with 11-7 record behind leader Ottawa. Blackjacks at the other side still keep top place with seven games lost. They share the position with Winnipeg. River Lions will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Blackjacks will play at home against Bandits and are hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Ottawa: K.Gray 21+7reb+5ast, J.Rowe 19+7reb+2ast, D.Adel 11+5reb+3ast, M.Flowers 10+1reb, E.Akot 9+3reb+1ast, J.Gant 8+5reb+1ast
Niagara: K.Ahmad 29+2reb+6ast, J.Henry-Blair 18+4reb+3ast, E.Ekiyor 13+9reb+3ast, A.Walker 10+7reb, A.Davis 8+4reb+3ast, T.Lall 7+4reb+4ast

Montreal - Brampton 69-89

The game with biggest result difference took place in Montreal. Local Alliance (7-12) was outscored by ninth ranked Honey Badgers (7-10) 89-69 on Sunday night. American guard Christian Vital (188-1997, college: UConn) scored 27 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals to lead the charge for the winners and guard Koby McEwen (193-1997, college: Weber St.) chipped in 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Honey Badgers' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was American guard Treveon Graham (198-1993, college: VCU) with 16 points and 7 rebounds and his fellow American import Ahmed Hill (196-1995, college: Virginia Tech) scored 17 points (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Defending champion moved-up to eighth place. Alliance lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with 12 games lost. Honey Badgers will meet at home higher ranked Shooting Stars (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Alliance will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Montreal: A.Hill 17+2reb+3ast, T.Graham 16+7reb+2ast, E.Ifejeh 12+4reb+1ast, N.Cayo 9+3reb+3ast, B.Haidara 8+3reb+1ast, D.Brown 5+8reb+3ast
Brampton: C.Vital 27+8reb+5ast, K.McEwen 21+5reb+4ast, P.Oduro 10+4reb+1ast, S.Stevenson 8+3reb+1ast, C.John 7+2reb+1ast, Z.Waterman 7+7reb

Vancouver - Winnipeg 79-90

Very expected game in Langley where 10th ranked Bandits (6-12) were defeated by second ranked Sea Bears (12-7) 90-79 on Sunday. Sea Bears made 19-of-22 free shots (86.4 percent) during the game. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Sea Bears made 7 blocks. American guard Teddy Allen (198-1998, college: NM State) had a double-double by scoring 32 points, 12 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals to lead the charge for the winners and British-Canadian guard Glen Yang (193-1996, college: Mount Royal) chipped in 15 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Four Sea Bears players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American forward Nick Ward (203-1997, college: Michigan St.) with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 14 rebounds and guard Duane Notice (188-1994, college: S.Carolina, agency: Inception Sports) scored 19 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Sea Bears used an opportunity after Ottawa lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Loser Bandits stay at the bottom place with 12 games lost. Sea Bears will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Bandits will play against the league's leader Blackjacks (#1) in Ottawa and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Vancouver: N.Ward 22+14reb, D.Notice 19+6reb, D.Maffia 9+1reb+2ast, S.Keith 8+3reb, A.Campbell 7+12reb+2ast, M.Johnson 4+4reb+1ast
Winnipeg: T.Allen 32+12reb+5ast, A.Hess 18+8reb, G.Yang 15+9reb+5ast, E.Anosike 12+11reb+3ast, S.Osayande 6+2reb, H.Simon 3+1reb+1ast

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COLOMBIA

Andres Ibarguen (ex Carrib.Storm) agreed terms with Riachuelo de La Rioja - by Eurobasket News

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CYPRUS

Tray Buchanan (ex AEL) joins Stade Rochelais - by Dimitri Chelidze

Stade Rochelais Basket (ProB) agreed terms with 24-year-old American guard Tray Buchanan (185cm-83kg-1998, college: Emporia State) for the new 2023-24 season. Buchanan played last season at AEL Limassol in Cypriot OPAP Basket League. In 22 games he was the league's second-best scorer with an impressive 22.3ppg and averaged 5.0rpg, 3.9apg, and 1.7spg ( top 5). He helped them to make it to the Supercup final. A very impressive season as he was named to the Cyprus League All-Star Game, League Player of the Week (3 times), and Eurobasket.com All-Cyprus League Third Team.

Buchanan graduated from Emporia State in 2022 and it is his second season as a professional player. He played also for South Dakota State University for one year.

Stade Rochelais Basket roster for 2023-24:

Guard:

Forwards:

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CZECH REPUBLIC

Brno signs Tomas Zdanavicius - by Surujh Roopnarine

Basket Brno (NBL) signed 27-year old Lithuanian center Tomas Zdanavicius (203cm-105kg-1996) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Zdanavicius is the second import player in the roster as USA Greg Lee signed earlier this offseason.
He played last season at Inter Bratislava in Slovakian Nike SBL. In 30 games he was league's third best scorer with impressive 21.0ppg and averaged 9.4rpg (#2 in the league) and 1.4apg. 2022-23 was a great season as he was named to Eurobasket.com Slovakian League All-Bosmans Team, League Player of the Week (5 times) and Eurobasket.com All-Slovakian League Third Team.
The most of previous (2021-22) season he spent at Jonavos CBet in Lithuanian LKL where in 15 games he had 3.5ppg and 2.2rpg in that year. He also played for IR Reykjavik in Icelandic Subway League. In 7 games he recorded 13.6ppg and 5.7rpg in that year. He helped them to make it to the Icelandic Cup Semifinals.
Zdanavicius represented Lithuania at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 in Konya (Turkey) nine years ago. His stats at that event were 9 games: 6.1ppg, 4.4rpg, 1.1bpg, FGP: 57.9%, FT: 73.3%.
He has played also professionally in Estonia (Tallinna Kalev), Lithuania (Silute, Mazeikiai, Juventus, Citus and Ezerunas) and North Macedonia (Kozuv).
Zdanavicius played in the final of Lithuanian NKL in 2021

Basket Brno roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Ondrej Siska
Petr Krivanek
Matej Dana

Forwards:
Jakub Krakovic
Greg Lee
Matej Rychtecky
Simon Svoboda

Center:
Tomas Zdanavicius

Coach: Martin Vanek

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DENMARK

Bakken keeps Knudsen for another season - by Dimitri Chelidze

Defending champion Bakken Bears Aarhus (BasketLigaen) re-signed 20-year-old international 204cm forward Gustav Knudsen for the new season. Knudsen played there last season. In 32 BasketLigaen games, he averaged 12.3ppg, 5.1rpg, and 1.7apg. He helped them to win the league title. Knudsen can count that season as very successful as was awarded Eurobasket.com All-Danish Ligaen Young Player of the Year, voted to Honorable Mention, and selected to All-Domestic Players Team. He also played 7 games in Basketball Champions League where he had just 2.6ppg and 1.3rpg.

Knudsen represented Denmark at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U16 Division B in Podgorica (Montenegro) four years ago. His team won Bronze and his stats at that event were 8 games: Score-5 (16.5ppg), Reb-5 (10.5rpg), 3.5apg, 2.0spg, Blocks-4 (2.0bpg), FGP: 59.4%, 3PT: 28.6%, FT: 42.9%.

He has played previously professionally also in Spain (Olivar and Zaragoza).

Ludwigsburg lands Elijah Childs, ex Bakken - by Dimitri Chelidze

MHP Riesen Ludwigsburg (BBL) landed 24-year-old American 202cm forward Elijah Childs (college: Bradley) for the new season. Childs played most recently at Bakken in Danish BasketLigaen. In 37 games he averaged 13.5ppg, 6.4rpg, and 1.9apg last season. He helped them to win the league title. Childs can count that season as very successful as was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Danish Ligaen Second Team. He also played 8 games in Basketball Champions League where he had 10.8ppg and 6.9rpg.

Previous (2021-22) season he played at 2B Control Trapani in Italian Serie A2. In 21 games he recorded 14.9ppg and 9.8rpg (leader !!!) in that year. A very impressive season as he was selected to Eurobasket.com All-Italian Serie A2 Honorable Mention.

Childs was voted to MVC All-Freshman Team back in 2018.

He graduated from Bradley University in 2021 and it will be his third season in pro basketball.

MHP Riesen Ludwigsburg roster for 2023-24:

Guards:

Forwards:

Center:

Parsons' pro career starts at Bakken - by Dimitri Chelidze

Defending champion Bakken Bears Aarhus (BasketLigaen) landed American 190cm guard Malik Parsons for the new season. Parsons just graduated from Northwestern Oklahoma State University (NCAA2). In 26 games he averaged an impressive 24.8ppg, 4.4rpg, 3.3apg, and 1.6spg last season.

He started his college career at Wenatchee Valley College (JUCO). Then he moved to Chaminade University (NCAA2). Parsons' high school career he had spent at Lincoln in San Diego, CA.

So his pro career will start in Denmark.

Bakir Serdarevic (ex Copenhagen) signs at L'Hospitalet - by Eurobasket News

C.B. Torrons Vicens L'Hospitalet (LEB Silver) landed 22-year old Danish international 193cm guard Bakir Serdarevic, agency: BIG for upcoming season. Serdarevic played most recently at Basketball Club Copenhagen in Danish BasketLigaen. In 29 games he averaged 12.6ppg, 2.5rpg and 1.4apg last season.
He played in the final of Danish League in 2018, 2019 and 2021.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Horsens IC (also in BasketLigaen) where in 34 games he had 7.1ppg, 1.2rpg and 1.0apg in that year. He helped them to make it to the semifinals.
He has been also a member of Danish international program for some years. Serdarevic has regularly played for Danish senior team since 2021 and previously for U16 National Team back in 2016.
He represented Denmark at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 Division B in Skopje (North Macedonia) five years ago. His stats at that event were 8 games: 11.5ppg, 2.1rpg, 2.1apg, FGP: 35.3%, 3PT: 25.5%, FT: 73.7%.

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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

Stats Leaders - LIDOBA

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jassel PEREZ

Titanes
(195-G/F-2001)
Avg: 19.2

19.2

19.1

18.7

18.1

17.6

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DR CONGO

Jonathan Kasibabu is a newcomer at Burgos - by Eurobasket News

Hereda San Pablo Burgos (LEB Gold) strengthened their roster with addition of 27-year old Congolese international forward Jonathan Kasibabu (203cm-109kg-1996, college: Fairfield) for season 2023-24. He is not a newcomer in Spanish League as he played last season at Zunder Palencia. He managed to play in three leagues last year. In 26 LEB Gold games in Spain he recorded 7.0ppg, 5.2rpg and 1.0bpg. Kasibabu also played for Rio Breogan (Liga Endesa). But in 5 games he averaged just 0.2ppg and 1.2rpg. He also played 1 game in Basketball Champions League where he had 6 points, 3 rebounds, 1 steal and 2 blocks.
Two years ago (two years after his graduation) he was drafted by Austin Spurs (G-League) in first round (14th overall).
Kasibabu graduated from Fairfield University in 2019 and it will be his fifth season in pro basketball. He has been regularly called to Congolese Senior National Team since 2018.
Kasibabu has played previously professionally in France (Nantes) and NBA G League (Long Island Nets).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he played in the final of MAAC Tournament in 2018. He was also voted All-MAAC Defensive Player of the Year back in 2019.

Hereda San Pablo Burgos roster for 2023-24:

Guard:
Didac Cuevas

Forwards:
Jacobo Diaz
Jonathan Kasibabu

Center:
Ignacio Rosa

Coach: Lolo Encinas

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ECUADOR

Andre Coimbra (ex Bucaros) signs at Pasaje - by Paulo Freire

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ESTONIA

Nevezis sign Jurgens just out of college - by Dimitri Chelidze

Kedainiu Nevezis-Optibet (LKL) signed 24-year-old Estonian guard Carlos Jurgens (196cm-94kg-1998) for the upcoming 2023-24 season. Jurgens just graduated from Oral Roberts University (NCAA). He has played there for the last five years. Jurgens helped them to win Summit League Tournament and end the regular season at the top position.

He started his college career at Oral Roberts University (NCAA).

Jurgens represented Estonia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U16 Division B in Strumice (North Macedonia) nine years ago. His stats at that event were 9 games: 9.3ppg, 3.4rpg, 1.2apg, 1.8spg, FGP: 37.2%, 3PT: 31.8%, FT: 66.7%.

As mentioned above he is just out of college, so it will be Jurgens' first season as a professional player.

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EUROCUP

Buducnost inks Colbey Ross - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Barry Brown Jr. agreed terms with Venezia - by Eurobasket News

Umana Reyer Venezia (Serie A) added to their roster 26-year old American 190cm small forward Barry Brown Jr. (college: of Kansas State) for upcoming season. Brown played last summer at Phoenix Suns in the NBA Summer League.
He is a very experienced player. Brown has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to five different countries on four different continents (Europe, Asia, Australia and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Australia (New Zealand Breakers), China (Ducks), France (Metropolitans), Germany and NBA G League (Iowa Wolves). Brown played in the final of French ProA in 2023. He was voted to Big 12 All-Defensive Team back in 2018 and 2019.
Brown graduated from of Kansas State in 2019 and it will be his fifth season in pro basketball.

Umana Reyer Venezia roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Andrea De_Nicolao
Rayjon Tucker
Alex O'Connell
Davide Casarin

Forwards:
Jeffrey Brooks
Giga Janelidze
Bruno Caboclo
Barry Brown_Jr.
Aamir Simms

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EUROLEAGUE

Booker is back at Bayern, ex Fenerbahce - by Igor Obradovic

FC Bayern Muenchen (BBL) signed 32-year old American power forward Devin Booker (205cm-107kg-1991, college: Clemson) for upcoming 2023-24 season. It is actually his comeback to Bayern Muenchen as he has played here before. Booker has played for the last two seasons at Fenerbahce in Turkish BSL league. In 12 games he had 5.8ppg, 4.8rpg and 1.5apg last season. He also played 31 games in Euroleague where he recorded 5.8ppg, 3.3rpg and 1.1apg. Booker helped them to make it to the quarterfinals.
He has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2013.
Booker has played previously professionally in France (Sluc Nancy, Chalon/Saor and JL Bourg) and Russia (Khimki). He won German Bundesliga championship title in 2018 and 2019.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted Eurobasket.com All-EuroCup Player of the Year and Eurobasket.com All-EuroCup Center of the Year back in 2018.
Booker graduated from Clemson University in 2013 and it will be his eleventh (!!!) season as a professional player.

FC Bayern Muenchen roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Andreas Obst
Sylvain Francisco
Leandro Bolmaro
Carsen Edwards

Forwards:
Vladimir Lucic
Devin Booker
Isaac Bonga

Center:
Danko Brankovic

Coach: Pablo Laso

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EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Giannis ANTETOKOUNMPO

GRE
(211-F-1994)
Avg: 29.5

29.5

26.6

24.8

24.4

22.0

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EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS U18

Stats Leaders Div. A

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Francesco FERRARI

(190-G-2005)
Avg: 18.5

18.5

18.0

17.0

16.5

16.0

Stats Leader

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Roberts BLUMS

LAT
(187-G-2001)
Avg: 23.0

23.0

21.0

21.0

19.5

19.5

Recap of Day 2 in Nis - by Eurobasket News

Germany - Poland 84-62
Germany breezed past Poland for 2-0 record in Group B. Germany recorded a 29-13 lead after ten minutes. They limited Poland to just 9 points in the fourth quarter and raced to the win. Christian Anderson (175-G-2006) posted 14 points, while Ivan Kharchenkov (198-SG-2006) added 13 points for Germany. Jan Nowicki (197-SF-2005) answered with 14 points for Poland.

Italy - Denmark 93-77
Italy registered the initial win in Nis as they held off Denmark in Group D. Italy posted a 48-30 halftime advantage. The Azzurri stretched the margin at 23-point mark in the third and never looked back en route to the win. Gabriel Puzzatto notched 17 points, while Francesco Ferrari (190-G-2005) added 15 points for the Azzurri. Johan Munch (194-PG-2005) answered with 24 points for Denmark.

Lithuania - Sweden 99-80
Seven players scored in double digits as Lithuania outscored Sweden for 1-1 record. Lithuania recorded a 51-32 halftime advantage. They poured in 48 points in the second half to ease to the victory. Petras Padegimas (203-F-2005) provided 20 points and 9 rebounds for Lithuania. Samuel Obenjo (197-C-2006) netted 15 points for Sweden.

Slovenia - Czech Republic 89-60
Slovenia cruised past Czech Republic for the second win in Nis. Slovenia built a comfortable 60-34 halftime lead and coasted to the win in the second half. Blaz Tratar (200-PF-2005) delivered 15 points and 9 rebounds, while Vit Hrabar (202-SF-2006) produced 13 points for Slovenia. Milan Stranel (201-F-2005) accounted for 17 points and 15 rebounds for Czech Republic.

France - Israel 83-70
France toppled Israel for the second win in a row in Nis. France accumulated a 50-36 halftime advantage. They maintained the lead throughout the second half and raced to the win. Illan Pietrus (187-G-2005) delivered 17 points for les Bleus. Ofri Naveh (199-F-2005) tossed in 14 points for Israel.

Turkey - Croatia 81-69
Turkey outgunned Croatia for the second straight win in Group B. Croatia eked out a 32-31 halftime lead. But Turkey responded with a 27-14 run in the fourth term to snatch the win. Demir Dogan delivered 20 points, while Emre Tunca (207-C-2005) and Berk Akin (188-PG-2005) added 15 points apiece for Turkey. Toni Bilic (201-G-2005) answered with 18 points for Croatia.

Serbia - Finland 96-72
Serbia eased past Finland to gain 2-0 record in Nis. The hosts piled up a 40-29 halftime lead. Serbia knocked down 32 points in the fourth stanza to secure the win. Mitar Bosnjakovic (200-SF-2006) recorded 19 points, while Pavle Nikolic (200-F-2005) and Nikola Topic (198-PG-2005) produced 14 points each for the winners. Eetu Heinonen (190-G-2006) chipped in 16 points for Finland.

Spain - Greece 83-59
Spain overwhelmed Greece behind 14 points each from Lucas Hernandez (192-G-2005) and Hugo Gonzalez (198-G-2006). Spain went on a 26-12 run in the second term to take a 15-point halftime lead. They followed with a 20-9 run in the third stanza to clear off for good. Neoklis Avdalas (196-PG-2006, agency: Octagon Europe) posted 10 points for Greece.

Division B. Overview of Day 2 in Matosinhos - by Eurobasket News

Montenegro - Albania 99-68
Montenegro cruised past Albania to claim the second straight win in Portugal. Montenegro grabbed a 40-29 halftime lead. They unloaded 59 points in the second half to ease to the win. Marko Radunovic (198-F-2006) posted 13 points, while Vasilije Todorovic (194-SG-2005) and Luka Durovic (202-SG-2006) had 12 points each for the winners. Arden Begaj (208-PF-2005) answered with 21 points for Albania.

Bosnia - Slovakia 77-57
Bosnia held off Slovakia for the opening win in Group B. Bosnia built a 43-25 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Elmir Dzafic (215-C-2005) had 16 points, while Ajdin Becirovic (201-SF-2005) tossed in 13 points for Bosnia. Radoslav Telicak (199-C-2005) answered with 17 points for Slovakia.

Georgia - Hungary 80-91
Hungary rallied past Georgia for the first win in Group B. They accumulated a 24-18 lead after ten minutes. Georgia pulled within three points at the final break. But Hungary unloaded 31 points in the fourth stanza to snatch the win. Dominik Karda (186-G-2005) and Tamas Kegel (190-G-2005) produced 14 points each for Hungary. Avtandil Bakhtadze (204-F/C-2007) answered with 19 points for Georgia.

Estonia - Ireland 82-58
Estonia outgunned Ireland for the second straight win in Group C. The Baltic team posted a 43-35 halftime advantage. They used a 20-9 run in the fourth period to clinch a comfortable win. Jorke Aav (188-PG-2005) knocked down 21 points for Estonia. Leo Byrne (2005) replied with 12 points for Ireland.

Iceland - Austria 72-82
Austria defeated Iceland for the second consecutive win in Portugal. Austria led by one point at the interval 43-42. Austria sank 25 points in the third term to gain a 5-point lead at the final intermission. They held Iceland to just 9 points in the fourth stanza and raced to the win. Aleksej Kostic (192-G-2005, agency: 011 Sports) came up with 27 points, while Imran Suljanovic (196-F/G-2006) added 20 points for Austria. Tomas Thrastarson (197-G-2005) answered with 13 points for Iceland.

Romania - Ukraine 72-66
Romania overpowered Ukraine for 2-0 record in Group C. Ukraine led by 9 points after ten minutes. But Romania responded with a 21-10 run in the second term to take the lead. They drained 38 points in the second half to march to the win. Denis Badalau (202-F/G-2006) provided 17 points for Romania. Daniil Sypalo (209-F-2005) answered with 23 points and 10 rebounds for Ukraine.

Holland - Kosovo 82-67
Netherlands outscored Kosovo for the second win in Group C. Kosovo sank 26 points in the first period to take a 3-point lead. But Netherlands answered with a 20-5 run in the second period to gain a 43-31 halftime lead. They protected the lead throughout the second half to race to the win. Latif Diouf (202-F-2005) and Wamba Ngouateu (197-F-2006) provided 13 points each for Netherlands. Jon Ismajli (193-SG-2005) answered with 18 points for Kosovo.

Portugal - Latvia 73-75
Latvia recorded the second consecutive win in Group D. They nipped Portugal to stay undefeated. Portugal eked out a 40-38 halftime lead. The hosts stretched the margin at 7-point mark heading into the fourth frame. But Latvia used a 23-14 run in the final stanza to snatch the win. Roberts Blums (205-F-2005) tossed in 23 points, while Toms Linis (194-G-2005) added 10 points for the Baltic team. Ruben Prey (209-F-2005) replied with 21 points and 12 rebounds for Portugal.

Belgium - Bulgaria 76-75 OT
Belgium outlasted Bulgaria in overtime to improve at 1-1 record in Portugal. The teams went neck and neck throughout the entire game. Belgium sank 13 points in the extra period to eke out a tough win. Noah Meeuusen produced 25 points for Belgium. Aleksandar Gavalyugov banked in 22 points for Bulgaria.

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FRANCE

Duane Morgan signs at Berck - by Eurobasket News

Berck/Rang du Fliers (NM1) landed 30-year old American (has also Jamaican passport) 198cm power forward Duane Morgan (college: Adelphi) for new season. Morgan played most recently at Denain-Voltaire in French ProB. In three games he averaged 11.0ppg, 5.7rpg, 1.0apg and 1.3spg last season. NM1 will be definitely a better match and he can see more playing time. He also played for Zdravlje in Serbian KLS where in 27 games he had very impressive stats: 17.0ppg, 6.4rpg, 1.4apg and 2.2spg (leader !!!). It was a very successful season in his career as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Serbian League Honorable Mention and League Player of the Week.
Morgan is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball he experienced life in five different countries playing on three different continents. He is familiar with European, Latin American and of course North American leagues. Morgan has played previously professionally in Argentina (Atenas), Spain (Plasencia and Zornotza), United Kingdom (Manchester Magic), France (Vitre and Avignon/Pontet) and ABA (Jersey E.).
His team was regular season runner-up in Spanish EBA Group A-A in 2018.
He graduated from Adelphi University in 2015 and it will be his ninth season in pro basketball.

Gravelines sign Roman Domon - by Eurobasket News

BCM Gravelines Dunkerque (Betclic ELITE ProA) signed 17-year old small forward Roman Domon (203cm-2005) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Domon played last season at BCM Gravelines Dunkerque Grand L. U21 team in the ProA U21. In 23 games he had 10.2ppg, 3.9rpg, 1.5apg and 1.0spg.
He is a member of French U18 National Team.
Domon was voted to to U18 National Team in 2023.

BCM Gravelines Dunkerque roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Thomas Cornely
Kris Clyburn
Loren Jackson

Forwards:
Valentin Chery
Roman Domon

Reze signs Felipe Braga - by Paulo Freire

Tray Buchanan (ex AEL) joins Stade Rochelais - by Dimitri Chelidze

Buchanan graduated from Emporia State in 2022 and it is his second season as a professional player. He played also for South Dakota State University for one year.

Stade Rochelais Basket roster for 2023-24:

Guard:

Forwards:

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GERMANY

A New Life Has Started For Robert Nortman As He Went From Schwelm To Making A Mcdonalds Commercial With Toronto Raptor Pascal Siakam - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

Sometimes you see a player and some time later you realize that was the last time you ever saw him play competitively in a professional game overseas. That happened to me in the second half of last season as I did play by play of a Pro B game between the Dragons Rhondorf and the EN Baskets Schwelm. The guy that I saw for the last time play without knowing it was Robert Nortmann (204-F/C-1987, college: Dalhousie). He was a guy that I would discover for the first time in the 2017-2018 season when he had his first tour of duty in Germany. His playing resume stood out to me instantly because he had had an interesting career. A career like so many guys overseas that consisted of nonstop grinding in the lab and having to play in lower leagues, but feeling grateful for playing the game he loves for a living.. He would play 4 of his last 5 years in Germany and one could say that Germany became like a second home for him. Interviewing guys like this that have a story to tell is always fascinating for me. But surprisingly even if he decided to hang up his jersey after 8 professional seasons, his out of the ordinary life will continue after banging on the court in Germany. Over the years the Canadian native has had a special bond to Toronto and recently had the unbelievable rare opportunity to film a commercial with Toronto Raptors star Pascal Siakam. 'There was a casting call for high level, tall basketball players and luckly I was able to get the role. It was a really cool experience, and it's actually my 4th national commercial that I've done in my life. I've done two commercials for the Toronto Raptors and one for NBA League Pass. I recently got an agent for acting and I'm looking to take this more seriously', stressed Robert Nortmann. He has had a special connection to the Toronto Raptors organization since 2017 when he was able to practice with them and has cherished every moment with them. 'I was able to train with the Raptors farm team in both the fall of 2017 and 2019. I made a few contacts in university that actually ended up working for the Toronto Raptors. I played against Harry Ezenibe in university and he became an assistant coach with the Raptors. I also knew Shelby Weaver, who is on the Raptors basketball operations staff, and she encouraged me to try out and work out with their farm team. The Raptors organization does a good job of identifying the top players in Toronto and giving them an oppourtunity to display their ability. It was amazing being coached by Jerry Stackhouse in 2017. He instilled a lot of confidence in me and it was just cool to be around a former NBA All-star. I had many battles with NBA Champion Joel Anthony that helped to sharpen my abilities. I also was training with some players who would eventually play in the BBL like Kaza Kajami-Keane and Aaron Best. That Raptors opportunity definitely helped me to easily transition to the Pro A level in Germany', said Robert Nortmann. A new life has started for Robert Nortmann as he went from Schwelm to making a Mcdonalds commercial with Toronto Raptor Pascal Siakam.

The 35 year old forward who played like NBA allstar Draymond Greene as a player played 4 years at Dalhousie University (CIS) and finally broke out in his senior year averaging : 14.6ppg, 6.4rpg, FGP: 49.4%, FT: 61.7%, but that didn't guarantee him a free pass to higher leagues. He won 2 AUS titles and hit St Francis X for 30 points. He played his rookie season down under with the Maitland Mustangs (Australia-WARATAH) averaging 18.0ppg, FGP: 54.6%, FT: 56.1%, but that didn't secure him any offers from Europe. Instead he played the next 3 seasons in Canada for teams like the Halifax Rainmen (Canada NBL) and Island Storm. He never averaged more than 2,0ppg in Canada, but his determination to play the game he loves never waned. In 2017 he finally made it to Europe and played 4 years in Germany and one in Iceland. His best season was in Iceland with UMF Sindri Hofn (Iceland-D1) averaging 16.2ppg, 8.3rpg, 1.6apg, 1.2spg, FGP: 51.9%, 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 64.8%, but one has to remember that the league in Iceland was not the same kind of level as the Pro A in Germany where he balled for three years. In total he played 58 Pro A games for Trier and Tuebingen with his most memorable games being a 16/11 explosion against Ehingen and hit Baunach for 14 points. He never averaged more than 4,0ppg in the Pro A. He played his last season with the EN Baskets Schwelm in the third division called Pro B averaging 5.8ppg, 4.2rpg, FGP: 47.9%, FT: 46.3%. For me it was always a riddle why he didn't get more of an opportunity as an offensive player. Ok so in the Pro A, it was more difficult, but why not last season in the Pro B? 'I would have definitely liked to have been featured more on offense. It's always more fun to play when you know that you are trusted to make plays with the ball. I know that I definitely could have done more offensively if I was given more touches and minutes. As a big man, you depend on your guards to get you the ball. If they would rather shoot than throw it inside it's hard to have a consistent impact offensively. I made the most of this situation and just tried my best to impact winning.', remembered Robert Nortmann. Many leagues around the world are filled with guys looking to make a name for themselves and better themselves and continue to climb the basketball ladder. The best example is the G-League where many guys are playing for their stats. It isn't any different in the Pro B. 'I've noticed that at the Pro B level there are many young guys looking to make a name for themselves. So guys can end up playing for their next contract instead of playing team basketball. Those players all had the green light to shoot freely and I can't fault young, hungry players who are trying to make a name for themselves. This is the business of basketball and this typical behavior at these levels. I know that I play basketball the right way and I don't play for my statistics, which has also hurt my career at times. I always play for the W's and I try to make the right team basketball plays. So personally, I measure my success with team wins and losses. I am happy that we were able to turn our season around and that we got a lot of W's last season.

The big forward who's dad is German and from Hamburg didn't have a great last season to go out in the sunset totally content as his shooting was up and down, but there were other area's in how he performed where he was content with. 'I just felt that my ability was undervalued and this resulted in inconsistent minutes. I showed my ability and I proved my value on the court last season. I was happy with the way that I performed in this difficult situation. I believed that I should have had more touches and overall minutes. There was no emphasis on getting the ball inside and I believe that the bigs were underutilized last season. Schwelm had two of the most talented bigs in Pro B. Both Daniel Mayr and I brought a lot of complimentary abilities to the team that could have really worked well together. But we were often competing for minutes when I feel that we should have both been on the court together. There were many times where I felt that I was running, defending and setting screens without being rewarded offensively for my effort. The ball movement was our team's achilles heel and it frequently led to isolation basketball from the perimeter', remembered Robert Nortmann. Last season he had some solid games against Duesseldorf and Bernau and he will never forget his one season in Schwelm. 'My fondest moment would have to be bringing my daughter on the court after our win at home in the playoffs. That was a very special moment for me and I'll always cherish that experience. The Schwelm fans were fantastic and they really showed me and my family so much love. They nicknamed my daughter Zaia "die kleine Maus" (little mouse) and I loved bringing her to all of the home games', expressed Robert Nortmann. In the Pro A his toughest opponent is current easyCredit BBL player Owen Klassen and last season remembers playing against a real thorn, a guy that is a walking bucket and has given multiple teams head aches over the last years with his ability to shine on the 1-1 play. 'The best big man that I played against was Bill Borekambi. He gave our team a lot of problems last season. His mobility and unorthodox midrange game was really hard for us to guard defensively. He was especially effective out of the pick and roll and off ball cutting situations. I like his game a lot', warned Robert Nortmann.

So now let's fast forward to 2023. The ex national player of the Bahamas that has Jordan, Lebron, Kobe and Kareem on his personal NBA Mount probably would have enjoyed continuing his professional career, because his love for the game is so massive, but there were outside factors that effected his decision to hang it up. 'There was interest and offers but I had decided to focus on creating stability for my family. I had told myself that I would only take a job if it was really financially beneficial to my family. And with the pandemic and the war in the Ukraine, the market just isn't the same. So unfortunately I couldn't accept any of the offers as they couldn't provide mt family what we needed. I love playing basketball but it was time to focus on something more important than the game', stressed Robert Nortmann. Many don't recognize that so many ballers overseas have the stress of moving around with family. Toronto is home for him now as his wife Maddie is from there. It was only logical with both his and her families being in Toronto to move there. Their one and a half year old daughter Zaia needs the family support and stability He has transitioned into teaching and is working on his Masters of Science in adolescent education. He also teaches physical education at a Montessori school here in Toronto. The guy is just oozing with lots of energy for many projects and even if he isn't playing professionally overseas, he is still on the court a lot besides when he is making commercials. 'I started my own basketball team in Toronto, named "Team Triple Threats". My goal is to get my team into the TBT "The Basketball Tournament" and to get into the FIBA 3X3 circuit with my team. I have recruited some talented former pro players to my team. Former Canadian National Team member Brady Heslip currently plays on my team and I have other players who have played at various other levels professionally. I am definitely looking forward to moving forward with this project. I am also very interested in the opportunities that are afforded by the CEBL and FIBA 3X3. I would love to either continue my playing career or transition into the coaching field with the CEBL. I have been playing in four different leagues in Toronto. All four of my teams have won the championship in their respective leagues, so I know that I still have some game left in the tank. There are a lot of options and opportunities right now. I'm just happy that I'm finally putting down roots and creating a home for my family', expressed Robert Nortmann.

He has so many projects in his new life now that you wonder if 24 hours a day is even enough for the ambitious 206cm big man to be able to tackle every challenge and task? Even if he didn't play at the highest level, he has battled against some guys that 1000's of guys world wide couldn't say they ever did and might be a bit envious. 'I've been lucky enough to play against many players with NBA experience over my career. I've shared the court with Klay Thompson, Anthony Bennett, Deandre Ayton, Stanley Johnson, Dwight Powell, Pascal Siakam, Quincy Miller, Buddy Hield, Corey Joseph, Joel Anthony, Brandon Jennings, and many other NBA players. You can definitely see abilities that makes these players NBA level. I've also always gotten respect from these high level players for my abilities as well. I feel like I can go to any court at any level and contribute to winning basketball', warned Robert Nortmann. How about writing a book about your experiences playing against them? I would buy it. Over the years my last question in interviews has been who is the GOAT Jordan or Lebron? The older gents say Jordan and the younger generation usually go with Lebron. Recently I have asked who currently the best player is? Most say Steph Curry while Giannis and Luka are a second and third. But you would never guess who Robert Nortmann said. 'Is it too early to say now that Luca Doncic is the best player in the NBA or is a guy like Steph and Giannis ahead of him? I would have to say that Nikola Joki is the best player in the NBA right now. He is like nothing that we have ever seen before and he is an unbelievable teammate. I have to show love to the big men that keep everyone involved', stressed Robert Nortmann. Or becoming a story teller would be another thing he could do if he had 48 hours per day. It is definitely never boring with Robert Nortmann. You definitely never know what you will get from him.

Henson starts his pro career at Iserlohn - by Dimitri Chelidze

Iserlohn Kangaroos (ProB) added to their roster 24-year-old American forward Travis Henson (198cm-89kg-1999) for the new 2023-24 season. He just graduated from California State University Bakersfield (NCAA). He has played there for the last three years.

Henson started his college career at Angelina College (JUCO) where he played three seasons. Then he moved to California State University Bakersfield (NCAA). His high school career he had spent at Potomac in Oxon Hill, MD.

As mentioned above he is just out of college, so it will be his first season as a professional player.

Iserlohn Kangaroos roster for 2023-24:

Guards:

Forwards:

Centers:

Coach:Dennis Shirvan

Ludwigsburg lands Elijah Childs, ex Bakken - by Dimitri Chelidze

Childs was voted to MVC All-Freshman Team back in 2018.

He graduated from Bradley University in 2021 and it will be his third season in pro basketball.

MHP Riesen Ludwigsburg roster for 2023-24:

Guards:

Forwards:

Center:

De'Vondre Perry (ex Artland) signs with Kortrijk - by Peter Buyse

Booker is back at Bayern, ex Fenerbahce - by Igor Obradovic

Ivan Delgado agreed terms with Iserlohn - by Eurobasket News

Iserlohn Kangaroos (ProB) strengthened their roster with addition of 24-year old Luxembourg international 193cm point guard Ivan Delgado for upcoming season. Delgado played most recently at Ehingen. In 16 ProB games in Germany he recorded 9.1ppg, 3.3rpg, 5.6apg and 1.0spg last season.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Sindri in Icelandic D1 where in only one game he had 7 points, 1 rebound, 1 assist and 1 steal in that year.
He has been also a member of Luxembourg international program for some years. Delgado has regularly played for Luxembourg senior team since 2019 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2018.
He represented Luxembourg at the Games of the Small States of Europe in Malta this year.
Delgado has played also professionally in Luxembourg (Etzella).
He won Luxembourg League championship title in 2019.

Iserlohn Kangaroos roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Samuel Mpacko
Ivan Delgado

Forwards:
Mathias Groh
Elias Marei
David Pavljak

Center:
Ben Uzoma

Coach: Dennis Shirvan

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GREECE

Karditsas ink Mitchell Smith, ex ZTE KK - by Eurobasket News

AS Karditsas (GBL) agreed terms with 25-year old American forward Mitchell Smith (208cm-100kg-1997, college: Missouri) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Smith played last season at Zalakeramia ZTE KK in Hungarian A Division. In 36 games he had 14.3ppg and 6.9rpg. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. 2022-23 was a great season as he was named to Eurobasket.com Hungarian League All-Imports Team and League Player of the Week (2 times).
The previous (2022) summer he played at About Billions in U.S. semi-pro league TBT where in only one game he recorded 5 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists in 2022 year.
Smith has played previously professionally in Finland (Korihait) and Sweden (Norrkoping).
He was also voted Arkansas Player of the Year Recognition from the Southwest Times back in 2016.
Smith graduated from University of Missouri in 2021 and it will be his third season as a professional player.

AS Karditsas roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Nikos Diplaros
Georgios Kamperidis

Forwards:
Vassilis Christidis
Mitchell Smith

Faidon Kampakas agreed terms with KAE Paramythia - by Chris Mammides

KAE Paramythia (C) inked 19-year old 200cm forward Faidon Kampakas for upcoming season. Kampakas played most recently at AOK Chania in the B. C will be definitely a better match and he can see more playing time.

Dionysios Kakiouzis joins KAE Paramythia - by Chris Mammides

KAE Paramythia (C) agreed terms with experienced 38-year old guard Dionysios Kakiouzis (185cm-1985) for new 2023-24 season. Kakiouzis has played for the last two years at AE Aheron Kanalakiou.
He has spent his entire career in Greece playing for four other teams: Panerythraikos, Holargos, Vonitsas and Nikopoli.
It's very possible he may end his playing career at KAE Paramythia.

Katsivelos re-signs at KAE Paramythia - by Chris Mammides

KAE Paramythia (C) confirmed in their roster 23-year old forward Spyros Katsivelos (200cm-2000) for new 2023-24 season. Katsivelos played there last season.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Ioannina (B).

KAE Paramythia roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Serafim Malios
Dionysios Kakiouzis

Forwards:
Spyros Katsivelos
Nikos Psilodimitrakopoulos
Faidon Kampakas

Cayirova tabs Kendall Smith, ex Kolossos HH - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

TB2L newcomer Cayirova inked 27-year old American 190cm guard Kendall Smith (college: OK State) for upcoming season. Smith played most recently at Kolossos H Hotels Rodou in Greek GBL league. In 16 games he averaged 10.9ppg, 2.8rpg and 3.6apg last season. He also played for Celtics in U.S. NBA-G-League where in 13 games he had 4.2ppg, 2.0rpg and 2.1apg.
Last year (four years after his graduation) he was drafted by Main Celtics (G-League) in first round (29th overall).
The former Oklahoma State University standout is in his sixth season in pro basketball.
Smith has played also professionally in Belgium (Okapi Aalst), NBA G League (Santa Cruz Warriors, Stockton Kings and Westchester Knicks) and NBA Summer League (GS Warriors and GS Warriors).
Among many awards he won NBA G League Pacific Division championship title in 2020. He was voted to All-Big West Honorable Mention back in 2016. Smith played also for California State University Northridge for 2 years.

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HUNGARY

Karditsas ink Mitchell Smith, ex ZTE KK - by Eurobasket News

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ICELAND

Akranes IA keeps Christofis for another season - by Eurobasket News

Akranes IA (D1) re-signed 27-year old British-Irish 188cm guard Lucien Christofis for new season. Christofis played there last season. In 27 D1 games he averaged 14.4ppg, 4.7rpg, 5.0apg and 1.3spg. Good season as he was voted League Player of the Week.
Part of previous (2021-22) season he spent at Thunder in British NBL D1 where in 8 games he had 11.3ppg, 2.6rpg and 1.8apg in that year. He also played for Sharks in British. In 7 games he recorded just 2.7ppg in that year.
Christofis has played previously professionally in Sweden (Nassjo) and United Kingdom (Riders).
Among many awards his team won British NBL Division One Regular Season in 2018. He was selected to Eurobasket.com All-British NBL Division One Honorable Mention back in 2019.

Haukar tabs rookie Jalen Moore - by Eurobasket News

Newly promoted Haukar Hafnarfjordur (Subway League) landed 23-year old American 180cm point guard Jalen Moore for new season. Moore just graduated from Oakland (NCAA). He has played there for the last three years. It was a very successful season in his career as he was voted to NABC Division I All-District 12 Second Team.
Moore started his college career at Olney Central College (JUCO). Then he moved to Oakland University (NCAA). Moore's high school career he had spent at Cloverdale in Cloverdale, IN.
So his pro career will start in Iceland.

Haukar Hafnarfjordur roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Osku Heinonen
Jalen Moore

Forward:
David Okeke

Center:
Hugi Hallgrimsson

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IRELAND

Blount re-signs at Neptune - by Eurobasket Center

Coughlan C and S Neptune Cork (Super League) confirmed in their roster 26-year old international power forward Jordan Blount (203cm-107kg-1997, college: UIC, agency: One Motive Sports) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Blount played there last season.
The most of previous (2021-22) season he spent at Sindri in Icelandic D1 where in 21 games he had very impressive stats: 20.4ppg, 13.3rpg (leader !!!), 3.6apg and 1.7spg in that year. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. 2021-22 was a great season as he was voted Eurobasket.com All-Icelandic D1 Forward of the Year.
Blount graduated from University of Illinois at Chicago in 2020 and it will be his fourth season as a professional player.

Akranes IA keeps Christofis for another season - by Eurobasket News

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ISRAEL

Bnei Hertzeliya lands Shoham Gat - by Eurobasket News

Bnei Ofek Dist Hertzeliya (Winner League) landed 20-year old 185cm guard Shoham Gat, agency: Avi Zilberman for new season. He has played for the last two years at H.Hevel Modi'in in the National League. In 31 games he averaged 10.4ppg, 4.5rpg, 6.9apg (top 4) and 1.5spg last season.
He represented Israel at the FIBA U20 European Championship in Podgorica (Montenegro) last year. Gat's team got to the Semifinals.

Bnei Ofek Dist Hertzeliya roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Sandy Cohen_III
Justin Simon
Shoham Gat

Forward:
Robert Carter

H.Holon signs Justin Smith - by Eurobasket News

Cantu signs Anthony Hickey, ex H.Haifa - by Eurobasket News

Acqua S.Bernardo Cantu (Serie A2) signed 30-year old American point guard Anthony Hickey (180cm-84kg-1992, college: OK State, agency: Octagon Europe) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Hickey played last season at H.Haifa in Israeli Winner League. In 27 games he had 14.2ppg, 3.9rpg, 6.9apg and 2.3spg. 2022-23 was a great season as he was named to Eurobasket.com All-Israeli League Honorable Mention. He also played 14 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he recorded 15.0ppg, 3.4rpg, 6.1apg and 2.9spg. 2022-23 was a great season as he was named to Eurobasket.com All-FIBA Europe Cup Honorable Mention and League Player of the Week.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Astana. In 10 Kazakhstan games he averaged impressive 18.5ppg, 3.5rpg, 4.8apg and 3.3spg in that year. Hickey helped them to win the league title. 2021-22 was a great season as he was named to Asia-Basket.com Kazakhstan League All-Imports Team and League Player of the Week (4 times). He also played 12 games in VTB United League where he got remarkable 22.6ppg, 4.9rpg, 7.8apg and 2.4spg in that year. Good season as he was also here named League Player of the Week (2 times).
Hickey is quite experienced player. He has played in six different countries on three different continents (Europe, Asia and of course North America). Hickey has played previously professionally in Cyprus (AEK Larnaca and Enosis Neon Paralimni), Germany (Skyliners), Greece (AS Apollon Patras and Rethymno), Poland (Spojnia and Suzuki Arka), Romania (Voluntari) and The Basketball Tournament (Team KBC).
He graduated from Oklahoma State University in 2015 and it will be his ninth season as a professional player. Hickey played also for Louisiana State University for 3 years.

Marcus Bingham Jr. agreed terms with H.Haifa - by Eurobasket News

Hapoel B Cure Lazxr Haifa (Winner League) added to their roster 23-year old American 211cm forward Marcus Bingham Jr. (college: Michigan State) for season 2023-24. Bingham played this summer at Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Summer League. But in two games just recently he did not score anything and had only 3 rebounds and 1 assist.
He graduated from Michigan State in 2022 and it is his second season in pro basketball.

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ITALY

Barry Brown Jr. agreed terms with Venezia - by Eurobasket News

Jaizec Lottie is a newcomer at Scafati - by Eurobasket News

Newly promoted Givova Scafati Basket (Serie A) added to their roster 25-year old American guard Jaizec Lottie (188cm-86kg-1998, college: Flagler) for season 2023-24. Lottie played this summer at Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA Summer League. In two games just recently he recorded 6.0ppg, 1.0rpg and 1.5apg. The last season he played at BBC Monthey in Swiss SBL where in 27 NBA Summer League games he was league's third best scorer with impressive 20.1ppg and had 4.1rpg, 5.0apg and 1.7spg (in top 5). Good season as he was named League Player of the Week and voted to Eurobasket.com All-Swiss SBL Second Team.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he played in the final of PeachBelt Tournament in 2022. He was also selected All-PeachBelt Co-Player of the Year in 2022.
Lottie graduated from Flagler College in 2022 and it will be his second season as a professional player. He played also for University of Arkansas at Little Rock for 3 years.

Givova Scafati Basket roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Gerald Robinson
Jaizec Lottie
Aristide Mouaha

Forward:
Demetre Rivers

Center:
Kruize Pinkins

Cantu signs Anthony Hickey, ex H.Haifa - by Eurobasket News

Piacenza land Ursulo D'Almeida - by Eurobasket News

Rieti Kienergia signs Mattia Da Campo - by Eurobasket News

Kienergia Rieti (Serie A2) signed 26-year old guard Mattia Da Campo (198cm-95kg-1997, college: Seattle) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Da Campo played last season at Agribertocchi Orzinuovi in the Serie B. In 39 games he had 7.3ppg, 4.7rpg and 1.3apg. He helped them to win the Serie B title and the Supercup.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Virtus Kleb Ragusa (also in Serie B) where in 33 games he recorded 13.9ppg, 7.0rpg and 1.5apg in that year.
Da Campo represented Italy at the World University Games in Napoli (Italy) four years ago. His stats at that event were 6 games: 2.8ppg, 2.0rpg, 1.2apg.
He has played previously for Bergamo.
Da Campo graduated from Seattle University in 2020 and it will be his fourth season as a professional player.

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JAMAICA

Duane Morgan signs at Berck - by Eurobasket News

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JAPAN

Japan beats South Korea 85-80 to end 2-game series even - by Eurobasket News

FIBA Basketball World Cup co-host Japan downed South Korea 85-80 on the road Sunday to split their two-game international friendly series 1-1. After a 76-69 loss in Saturday's opening game, world No. 36 Japan evened things up in Seoul after Shuta Hara (187-SG-1993) dropped a team-high 14 points. Tom Hovasse 's men connected on nine of their three-point attempts in the first half to lead 48-40 at halftime. No. 38 South Korea briefly took the lead before Japan went back ahead on a Koya Kawamata (202-F-1998) basket late in the third quarter. Japan will play five World Cup warm-up matches in August -- two against New Zealand and one each against Angola, France and Slovenia. Co-host of the Aug. 25 to Sept. 10 World Cup with the Philippines and Indonesia, Japan will be based in Okinawa for its Group E games against Australia, Germany and Finland.
Courtesy of: nordot.app

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JORDAN

Lithuania rout Jordan in Alytus - by Eurobasket News

Lithuania - Jordan 93:75

Lithuania overcame Jordan 93-75 in Alytus in a friendly game. The hosts nailed 31 points in the start of the game to take control. Moreover, they added a 28-24 run in the second frame for a 23-point half-time advantage. Jordan meanwhile replied with a massive 24-7 surge in the third quarter, whilst the hosts closed the game with a 27-15 rally.
Matas Jogela (201-F/G-1998) top-scored for the winners with 20 points and Ignas Sargiunas (196-SG-1999, college: Colorado St.) poured in 18. Deividas Sirvydis (204-G/F-2000) added 14, whilst Dovydas Giedraitis (193-G-2000) scored 10. Ahmet Duverioglu replied with 17 points in defeat and Zaid Abbas (203-F-1983) had 15.

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LITHUANIA

Lithuania rout Jordan in Alytus - by Eurobasket News

Siauliai sign Tomas Pavelka - by Eurobasket News

BC Siauliai (LKL) landed 22-year old Slovakian international 217cm center Tomas Pavelka for upcoming season. Pavelka is the second foreign player in the roster as USA LJ Thorpe signed here earlier.
He played most recently at Tartu Ulikool Maks & Moorits in Estonian KML league. He managed to play in three leagues last year (!!!). The team played in three different competitions that year, and he was exposed to basketball on different levels. In 11 KML games he averaged 8.7ppg, 6.8rpg, 1.2apg and 2.1bpg. He helped them to make it to the Estonian League final. A very good season in his career as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Latvian-Estonian Basketball League Honorable Mention. Pavelka also played 35 games in Lat-Est BL where he had 12.2ppg, 9.4rpg (#4 in the league), 1.3apg and 2.6bpg. And finally he contributed to 7 games in European North Basketball League where he recorded 9.1ppg, 7.6rpg (#4 in the league), 1.1apg and 2.4bpg. Good season as he was selected League Player of the Week.
He also represented Slovakia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 Division B in Skopje (North Macedonia) five years ago. His stats at that event were 8 games: 9.3ppg, 8.0rpg, Blocks-1 (4.0bpg), FGP: 57.4%, 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 56.3%.
Pavelka has played previously professionally in Spain (Palencia, Castello, Valencia Basket 2nd team and Palma) and Czech Republic (GBA Sparta and GBA Praha).

Brno signs Tomas Zdanavicius - by Surujh Roopnarine

Osas Ehigiator (ex Fuenlabrada) joins Nevezis - by Dimitri Chelidze

Kedainiu Nevezis-Optibet (LKL) agreed terms with 23-year-old Spanish center Osas Ehigiator (206cm-1999) for the new 2023-24 season. Ehigiator has played for the last four years at Fuenlabrada in Spanish Liga Endesa. In 12 games he had just 2.9ppg and 1.8rpg last season.

He was also a member of the Spanish international program for some years. Ehigiator played for Spanish Senior National Team in 2020 and previously for U16, U17, U18, U19 and U20 National Team.

He represented Spain at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Tel-Aviv (Israel) four years ago. Ehigiator's team won Silver and his stats at that event were 7 games: 2.9ppg, 2.9rpg, 1.1apg.

Ehigiator has played also professionally for other Spanish teams like Zamora, Real Canoe, Viten Getafe Fuenlabrada Madrid, and Tormes.

The list of past achievements is quite long as among others his team made it to the Spanish Liga Endesa Supercup Final Four in 2020. He was voted to Eurobasket.com All-European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 Honorable Mention back in 2017.

Nevezis sign Jurgens just out of college - by Dimitri Chelidze

He started his college career at Oral Roberts University (NCAA).

As mentioned above he is just out of college, so it will be Jurgens' first season as a professional player.

Galloway starts his pro career at Nevezis - by Dimitri Chelidze

Kedainiu Nevezis-Optibet (LKL) added to their roster 25-year-old American guard Brevin Galloway (188cm-98kg-1997) for the new 2023-24 season. Galloway just graduated from Clemson (NCAA). In 29 games he had 10.9ppg, 2.3rpg, and 2.1apg last season. He helped them to make it to the ACC semifinals.

Galloway started his college career at the College of Charleston (NCAA). Then he moved to Boston College (NCAA). Galloway's high school career he had spent at Seneca in Seneca, SC.

As mentioned above he is just out of college, so it will be his first season as a professional player.

Kedainiu Nevezis-Optibet roster for 2023-24:

Guards:

Center:

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LUXEMBOURG

Ivan Delgado agreed terms with Iserlohn - by Eurobasket News

Arantia signs rookie Marco Anthony in his first year in pro basketball - by Eurobasket News

BBC Arantia Larochette (LBBL) strengthened their roster with addition of American 198cm guard Marco Anthony for season 2023-24. Anthony just graduated from Utah (NCAA). In 28 games he recorded 9.6ppg, 6.7rpg and 2.0apg last season.
He started his college career at The University of Virginia (NCAA). Then he moved to Utah State University (NCAA).
Anthony was one of the highest ranked players in high school in 2017. Anthony's high school career he had spent at Holmes in San Antonio, TX.
Of course it will be his first season in professional basketball.

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MONTENEGRO

Buducnost inks Colbey Ross - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

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NEW ZEALAND

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jeremy KENDLE

Sharks
(186-G-1988)
Avg: 24.6

24.6

23.1

22.3

21.8

21.1

NBL Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Tautara and Rams advance into Final - by Eurobasket News

Tuatara - Bulls 92-67

Tuatara forced 19 Bulls turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Australian guard Jarrad Weeks (183-1989) who helped to win the game recording 28 points. The former international swingman Reuben Te Rangi (198-1994) contributed with 23 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. American Jared Wilson-Frame (196-1996, college: Pittsburgh) answered with 12 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international forward Daniel Fotu (203-1999, college: SMC) added 14 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Bulls. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
Tuatara: J.Weeks 28+3reb+2ast, R.Te Rangi 23+6reb+2ast, J.Lawson 15+5reb+1ast, R.Loe 13+5reb+4ast, C.Gliddon 9+3reb+2ast, F.Reuben 2
Bulls: D.Fotu 14+5reb, J.Wilson-Frame 12+6reb+5ast, T.Harrison 11+5reb+1ast, I.Davidson 10+3reb+3ast, R.McGill 6+3reb+4ast, J.Bezzant 6+3ast

Nuggets - Rams 103-114

Rams looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American guard Tevin Brown (196-1998, college: Murray St.) fired 23 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. The former international Corey Webster (188-1988, college: Lambuth) chipped in 24 points, 6 assists and 4 steals. The former international guard Tai Webster (193-1995, college: Nebraska) produced 29 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists and the former international power forward Samuel Timmins (211-1997, college: Washington) added 28 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Rams and four Nuggets players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Rams: C.Webster 24+2reb+6ast, T.Brown 23+6reb+4ast, T.Baxter Jr. 19+1reb, M.Darling 17+4reb+3ast, B.Walter 12+5reb+4ast, G.Smith 10+5reb
Nuggets: T.Webster 29+5reb+9ast, S.Timmins 28+12reb+1ast, M.Harris 27+7reb+5ast, T.Withers 16+5reb+2ast, N.McCullough 3+1reb+1ast, P.Maxwell 0

Canterbury Rams upset Tuatara to capture first NBL title in 31 years - by Eurobasket News

The Canterbury Rams' 31-year NBL title drought is over. Canterbury shot the lights out in the final quarter to upset the top seeded Auckland Tuatara 93-82 in Sunday's grand final in Auckland. It was some final quarter from the third seeded Rams, who opened with a 22-10 beginning to the term to snatch control and outscored the Tuatara 32-21. Canterbury hoops fans will celebrate this for some time with their last NBL title coming in 1992 - before everyone in the squad outside Corey Webster was born. The Rams were playing in their first NBL final since 1999 and made it count in the pressure stages of the fourth quarter with Webster and American guard Tevin Brown (196-G-1998, college: Murray St.) taking over. This loss will hurt for the Tuatara, who also came up short in last year's grand final at their North Shore home, losing to the Otago Nuggets. The Tuatara were the benchmark all season, finishing with a 13-5 record, but couldn't stop an in-form Rams side, who didn't skip a beat in the fourth quarter with the game on the line. Tevin Brown was terrific for the Rams, shining with 23 points, 12 rebounds, and five assists. Brown had just four points at halftime, but took over offensively in the second half. Webster knocked down plenty of important shots, finishing with 25 points, seven assists, and four rebounds. There were no shortage of heroes with impressive young Kiwi Walter Brown (190-G-2003) excellent at both ends of the court with 10 points and nine rebounds. American forward Troy Baxter Jr. (206-PF-1996, college: Morgan St.) added 17 points off the pine. It was the third NBL title for coach Judd Flavell , also doing so with the Auckland Pirates in 2012 and Southland Sharks in 2018. 'This one is special. For a club who's been a great part of this league for a very long time, it's been a long time coming for them. If you look at our team a lot of them are babies. Thirty-one years since the last championship - all of them besides Webster weren't even born yet,' Flavell said. 'Special moment. It's been a helluva journey for us. It hasn't all been smooth sailing, but I think that's actually prepped us well for this week. We had to do it the hard way.' Playing their third finals game in four days, and second in consecutive days, there was little sign of exhaustion from the Rams in the decider. That included a controversial play-in win over the Hawks on Thursday, where all three referees missed a goal tend at the buzzer, which would have eliminated the Rams. They instead went to overtime and prevailed to book their place in the semifinal. The Rams broke the game open midway through the final quarter with American duo Baxter Jr and Brown sinking back-to-back threes. Canterbury signed Tall Blacks sharpshooter Webster late in the season for the crunch moments and he delivered. Webster, who was outstanding throughout the finals, drained a dagger three to put the Rams up 10 (78-68) with 4.40 to go. It was anyone's title approaching the final 10 minutes with the score locked at 61 in an absorbing final, where little separated the sides. The Tuatara took a five point advantage (45-40) into halftime after an evenly contested first half, where the Aucklander's largest lead was eight. Tall Blacks swingman Reuben Te Rangi (198-F/G-1994) was an offensive force for the Tuatara, dropping 16 points in the first half alone, including three of four from three point range. Te Rangi did it all on offence, driving to the hoop for baskets and knocking down triples, causing the Rams problems. He picked up where he left off in Friday's semifinal win over the Franklin Bulls, scoring a game-high 28 points in that clash. Te Rangi ended with a game-high 27 points, but cooled off in the second half. NBL MVP Robert Loe (211-F/C-1991, college: St.Louis), who was such a menace on the boards all season, had to wait until three minutes before halftime before grabbing his first rebound. Loe quickly started to rack them up, registering four in as many minutes, showing his quality on the glass. It was a tough offensive night for Loe, who was restricted to five points on 2/8 shooting, but still made his presence felt with 11 rebounds and seven assists.
Courtesy of: stuff.co.nz

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NORTH MACEDONIA

North Macedonian U18 National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center

Starting five

Shoshkikj

Janichikj

Lukanoski

Jakimovski

Ivanov

Andrej Shoshkikj

187-G-2005

Rabotnicki North Macedonia

Gorazd Mitev

180-PG-2006

Rabotnicki North Macedonia

Nikola Janichikj

2007

Vodno Sans North Macedonia

Atanasij Trajanov

200-F-2006

Vodno Suns North Macedonia

Bojan Velichkovski

195-SF-2006

MZT Skopje North Macedonia

Filip Cholakovski

195-F-2005

Rabotnicki North Macedonia

Angel Stojanov

180-PG-2005

Rabotnicki 2018 North Macedonia

Bojan Dimitriev

204-F-2006

Vodno Suns North Macedonia

Marko Lukanoski

210-C-2006

Bassano

Gregorij Jakimovski

193-F/G-2005

NSA

Pavel Ivanov

202-C-2005

MZT Skopje II North Macedonia

Stefan Stojkovikj

198-F-2006

Feniks 2010 North Macedonia

Andrej Apostolski

Head Coach

Nikola Dimitrievski

Assistant

Gostivar

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POLAND

Spojnia lands Benjamin Simons - by Eurobasket Center

PGE Spojnia Stargard (EBL) tabbed 32-year old American 203cm forward Benjamin Simons (college: Drake) for new season. Simons played most recently at Astoria. In 30 EBL games in Poland he averaged 13.8ppg, 3.7rpg and 1.3apg last season.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Gipuzkoa in Spanish LEB Gold where in 33 games he had 11.6ppg, 3.0rpg and 1.1apg in that year.
Simons graduated from Drake University in 2013 and it will be his eleventh (!!!) season in pro basketball.

PGE Spojnia Stargard roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Karol Gruszecki
Sebastian Kowalczyk

Forwards:
Benjamin Simons
Aleksandar Langovic

Center:
Wesley Gordon

Coach: Sebastian Machowski

Nick McGlynn (ex Leuven) agreed terms with Dziki Wwa - by Dimitri Chelidze

McGlynn has played previously professionally in Austria (Timberwolves and UBSC Graz) and Luxembourg.

Among many awards, his team made it to the Belgian League Semifinals in 2022. He was also selected All-MVC Defensive Player of the Year back in 2019.

McGlynn graduated from Drake University in 2019 and it will be his fifth season in pro basketball.

Dziki Warszawa roster for 2023-24:

Guards:

Michal Aleksandrowicz

Forwards:

Centers:

Coach:Krzysztof Szablowski

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PORTUGAL

TED Ankara adds Myers to their roster, ex FC Porto - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

TED Kolejliler Ankara (TBL) added to their roster 29-year old American guard Teyvon Myers (188cm-84kg-1994, college: WVU) for new 2023-24 season. Myers played last season at FC Porto in Portuguese Liga Betclic. In 28 games he had 14.4ppg, 2.8rpg, 3.5apg and 1.0spg. He helped them to end the regular season as a second best team in the league. They also advanced to the league semifinals. Myers also played 13 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he recorded 12.8ppg, 2.8rpg and 2.7apg. He contributed to his team making it to the quarterfinals.
Myers played in the final of Big 12 Tournament in 2016 and 2017.
The previous (2022) summer he played at Blackjacks (CEBL) in Canadian league. In three games he averaged 3.7ppg, 1.7rpg and 2.3apg in 2022 year.
He is quite experienced player. Myers has played also professionally in Cyprus (Enosis Neon Paralimni), France (Chorale de Roanne and Chalon/Saor), Germany (EnBW Ludwigsburg), Hungary (Sopron KC), Lithuania, Sweden (Jamtland) and The Basketball Tournament (Best Virginia).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Eurobasket.com German Bundesliga All-Newcomers Team back in 2020.
He graduated from West Virginia University in 2017 and it will be his seventh season as a professional player. Myers played in the final of Big 12 Tournament in 2016 and 2017. He played also for Williston State College for one year.

Koping Stars sign Ben Okhotin, ex Ovarense - by Eurobasket News

Koping Stars (Basketligan) landed 24-year old American 198cm forward Ben Okhotin (college: PLNU) for new season. Okhotin is the second foreign player in the roster as Spanish Erik Persson signed here earlier.
He played most recently at Ovarense in Portuguese Liga Betclic, but left the team in Dec.'22. In 11 games he averaged 12.3ppg and 2.5rpg last season.
He graduated from Point Loma Nazarene University in 2022 and actually missed last season. It is his second season in pro basketball. His team won PacWest Tournament in 2019 and 2020. He played also for Westmont College, CA for one year.

Sporting keeps LoVett Jr. for another season - by Eurobasket News

Sporting Clube de Portugal Lisboa (Liga Betclic) re-signed 27-year old American 183cm guard Marcus LoVett Jr. (college: St.John's) for new season. LoVett was a team leader there last season. In 40 Liga Betclic games he was league's third best scorer with impressive 18.5ppg and recorded 2.5rpg, 4.2apg and 1.8spg. He helped them to win the Supercup and make to league final. LoVett can count that season as a very successful as was awarded Eurobasket.com All-Portuguese League Player of the Year, Import Player of the Year and Guard of the Year. He also played 8 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he averaged remarkable 18.5ppg, 1.9rpg, 3.9apg and 1.3spg.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Vilpas in Finnish Korisliiga. In 42 games he had 13.9ppg, 1.8rpg, 3.5apg and 1.2spg in that year. LoVett contributed to his team making it to both league and Cup finals. He also played 1 game in Basketball Champions League where he got high stats: 22 points, 7 assists and 1 steal in that year.
LoVett has played also professionally in Serbia (KK Sloboda Uzice) and Turkey (Yalovaspor).
He graduated from St. John's University in 2018 and it will be his sixth season in pro basketball.

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PUERTO RICO

Stats Leaders - BSN

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Brandon KNIGHT

Quebradillas
(190-G-1991)
Avg: 23.3

23.3

22.4

22.2

21.7

21.5

BSN Round 3 of Finals. Carolina take 2-1 lead - by Eurobasket News

Bayamon - Carolina 66-86

Carolina grabbed 2-1 lead in the Finals following a comfortable win in Game 3. Gigantes outrebounded Vaqueros 37-21 including 24 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was a good game for international center George Conditt IV (208-2000, college: Iowa St.) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds. American Mike Scott (203-1988, college: Virginia) contributed with 21 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. The former international Javier Mojica (189-1984, college: CCSU) answered with 13 points and 5 rebounds and international guard Stephen Thompson Jr (194-1997, college: Oregon St.) added 11 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Vaqueros. Five Gigantes and four Vaqueros players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Bayamon: J.Mojica 13+5reb+3ast, K.Doolittle 12+3reb, S.Thompson Jr. 11+6reb+3ast, M.Jones 10+1reb+1ast, B.Santiago 6+1reb+3ast, I.Romero 5+4reb
Carolina: G.Conditt IV 21+11reb+3ast, M.Scott 21+5reb+2ast, T.Waters 14+3reb+10ast, I.Cruz 12+4reb+1ast, R.March 11+5reb+1ast, A.Franklin 5+5reb+6ast

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RUSSIA

Pavel Lobarev is a newcomer at Enisey - by Eurobasket News

BC Enisey Krasnoyarsk (VTB United League) added to their roster 25-year old guard Pavel Lobarev (191cm-81kg-1997) for season 2023-24. Lobarev played last season at Irkut in the Superleague 1. In 30 games he recorded very impressive stats: 15.6ppg, 2.5rpg and 2.7apg.
Part of previous (2021-22) season he spent at CSKA Moscow 2nd team (also in Superleague 1) where in 6 games he averaged remarkable 19.5ppg, 2.0rpg and 2.2apg in that year. He also spent pre-season at Sloboda (Division I) in Bosnia and Herzegovina league. Lobarev helped them to make it to the Bosnia and Herzegovina Cup Semifinals.
He represented Russia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 Division B in Oradea (Romania) six years ago. Lobarev's team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 7 games: 6.1ppg, 2.1rpg, FGP: 30.8%, 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 75.0%.
Lobarev has played also professionally in Serbia (Spartak, KK Vojvodina Novi Sad and Zlatibor), Russia (Khimki, Uralmash and Khimki-Podmoskovye Moscow Region) and Bosnia (Mladost). He played in the final of Russian VTB Youth League in 2017 and 2022.

Enisey inks Andrey Toptunov - by Eurobasket News

BC Enisey Krasnoyarsk (VTB United League) signed 21-year old point guard Andrey Toptunov (183cm-66kg-2002) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Toptunov has played for the last two years at Zenit. But in 6 VTB United League games he had just 1.8ppg last season. He also played for Zenit 2 (VTB-Youth League) where in four games he recorded very impressive stats: 18.3ppg, 2.0rpg, 5.5apg and 1.5spg.
Toptunov represented Russia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 in Greece four years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: 2.6ppg, 1.1apg.
He has played previously for four other teams: Novosybirsk, Burevestnik, Trinta Moscow and Trinta Moscow. His team won VTB Supercup in 2023.

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SERBIA

Dye starts his pro career at KK Metalac Farmakom Valjevo - by Igor Obradovic

KK Metalac Farmakom Valjevo (KLS) agreed terms with American point guard Kenny Dye (183cm-86kg) for new 2023-24 season. Dye just graduated from Queens University (NCAA). He has played there for the last five years. A very impressive season as he was named to All-A-Sun Second Team.
Dye started his college career at Queens University (NCAA). Dye's high school career he had spent at Northside-Jacksonville in Jacksonville, NC.

Last season he played 32 games in NCAA and he had 16.4ppg, 4.1rpg, 4.8apg, 1.1spg, 2FGP: 46.6%, 3PT: 35.8%, FT: 70.4%. Amazing stats for his last season in college as super-senior.
As mentioned above he is just out of college, so it will be his first season as a professional player.

He played in the final of SAC Tournament in 2020 and 2021.

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SLOVAKIA

Siauliai sign Tomas Pavelka - by Eurobasket News

Lukas Milner (ex East Perth E.) signs at Prievidza - by Michal Duchovic

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SLOVENIA

Sergej Macura (ex Baskonia B) is a newcomer at Ilirija - by Zeljko Zule

Nutrispoint Ilirija Ljubljana (Liga Nova KBM) added to their roster 19-year old Slovenian 197cm forward Sergej Macura for season 2023-24. Macura has played for the last three years at Grupo Eleyco Baskonia B team in Spanish LEB Silver. In 18 games he recorded just 2.6ppg and 1.9rpg last season.
He is a member of Slovenian U19 National Team.

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SOUTH AFRICA

BNL Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Tshwane Suns and Cape Town Tigers enter Final - by Eurobasket News

Tshwane S. - M.Rhinos 64-60

Suns outrebounded Rhinos 59-43 including a 39-28 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of DR Congolese power forward Emmanuel Shine (199-1994) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 24 points and 13 rebounds. Guard Marcus Mokwena (-1988) contributed with 8 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. Suns' coach Clemen Kock allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Guard Vusi Sibeko (-1991) answered with 13 points and 8 rebounds and the former international swingman Sakhile Sithole (198-1990, college: Skidmore) added 11 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Rhinos.
Top scorers:
Tshwane S.: S.Emmanuel 24+13reb+1ast, B.Gleen 9+4reb+1ast, M.Mokwena 8+14reb+2ast, S.Qanya 4+3reb, K.Ngoetjana 4+6reb+1ast, N.Kgotso 4+3reb
M.Rhinos: S.Vusi 13+8reb+2ast, S.Sithole 11+8reb+3ast, Z.Arius 8+5reb+1ast, M.Thabo 8+8reb+1ast, L.Gerdes 7+9reb+3ast, K.Nathan 7

KZ Marlins - Cape Town T. 68-89

Tigers forced 27 Marlins turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Tigers made 8 blocks. 24 personal fouls committed by Marlins helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international Pieter Prinsloo (208-1992, college: Marist) fired a double-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds and 5 blocks for the winners. American forward Sita Conteh (203-1998, college: Coppin St.) chipped in 27 points and 9 rebounds. Four Tigers players scored in double figures. Jacques Mahanga (-2001) produced 16 points and guard Benjamin Myburgh (185-1997) added 13 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
Cape Town T.: S.Conteh 27+9reb+1ast, P.Prinsloo 25+10reb+3ast, A.Springs 16+8reb+2ast, S.Nkosinathi 15+10reb+3ast, D.Whitbread 6+5reb+2ast, W.Braydon 0
KZ Marlins: K.Bena 18+1reb, M.Jacques 16+4reb+2ast, M.Benjamin 13+5reb+2ast, S.Cele 6+1reb, G.Storm 5+9reb+3ast, G.Sifiso 4+9reb+1ast

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SOUTH KOREA

Japan beats South Korea 85-80 to end 2-game series even - by Eurobasket News

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SPAIN

Castelldefels keep Oliva for another season - by Eurobasket News

BBA Castelldefels (EBA) re-signed experienced 41-year old 185cm point guard Cristian Oliva for new season. Oliva has played there for the last six seasons.
He has spent his entire career in Spain playing for six other teams: Sant Nicolau, Cornella, Santfeliuenc, L'Hospitalet, Martorell and Prat.
Oliva won Spanish EBA Group C-2001Regular Season championship title in 2022.
He is close to retirement age as a player. It may be one of last seasons in his extensive career, which he may end at Castelldefels.

Rivas keep Colado for another season - by Eurobasket News

Uros de Rivas Aticon (EBA) re-signed 26-year old 192cm point guard Deyan Colado for new season. Colado played there last season. In 29 EBA games he averaged 4.6ppg, 2.8rpg and 2.9apg.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at CB Universitat Vic where in 16 EBA games he had 5.9ppg, 2.6rpg and 2.3apg in that year.
He has played previously for three other teams: Ourense, Club Ourense Baloncesto and Benicarlo.
His team was regular season runner-up in Spanish EBA Group C3 in 2021.

Jonathan Kasibabu is a newcomer at Burgos - by Eurobasket News

Barrera re-signs at Burgos - by Eurobasket News

Hereda San Pablo Burgos (LEB Gold) confirmed in their roster 31-year old swingman Alex Barrera (195cm-1992) for upcoming 2023-24 season. He played there last season. In 39 LEB Gold games he had 10.4ppg, 2.6rpg and 1.3apg. He helped them to make it to the Spanish LEB Oro Play-Off final.
Barrera won Basketball League championship title in 2020 and 2021.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Baskonia (Liga Endesa). But in four games he recorded just 0.3ppg in that year. He also played 6 games in Euroleague, but he averaged only 0.5ppg in that year.
Barrera has played previously for two other teams: Joventut and Manresa.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LEB Gold Honorable Mention back in 2017. He won Basketball League championship title in 2020 and 2021.

Hereda San Pablo Burgos roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Alex Barrera
Didac Cuevas

Forwards:
Jacobo Diaz
Jonathan Kasibabu

Center:
Ignacio Rosa

Coach: Lolo Encinas

Moron inks Gaston Zalazar - by Eurobasket News

Rivas keep Gomez for another season - by Eurobasket News

Uros de Rivas Aticon (EBA) re-signed 30-year old 192cm forward Eduardo Gomez for upcoming season. Gomez played there last season. In 24 EBA games he recorded 8.1ppg, 3.1rpg, 1.1apg and 1.0spg.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Lujisa Guadalajara Basket where in 26 EBA games he averaged 9.2ppg, 4.3rpg and 1.4apg in that year.
He has played previously for three other teams: Casvi, Santa Maria and Estudio.

Navarro is back at Almansa - by Eurobasket News

Afanion CB Almansa (LEB Gold) added to their roster 30-year old point guard Kevin Navarro (183cm-1992, agency: Promo Sport ID) for new 2023-24 season. It is actually his comeback to Almansa as he has played here before. Navarro played last season at Tormes in the LEB Silver. In 22 games he had 12.9ppg, 3.0rpg, 1.7apg and 1.0spg. Good season as he was named League Player of the Week.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at El Ventero CBV Villarrobledo (also in LEB Silver) where in 16 games he recorded 9.1ppg, 2.1rpg, 1.5apg and 1.0spg in that year.
He has played previously professionally also in Sweden (IK Eos) and Spain (Valencia, Gandia, Universidad Politecnica Valencia, Jairis and La Roda).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish EBA Honorable Mention back in 2018.
Navarro is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas.

Santfeliuenc keeps Codinachs for another season - by Eurobasket News

CB Santfeliuenc (EBA) re-signed 22-year old 198cm forward Adria Codinachs for upcoming season. Codinachs played there last season. In 28 EBA games he recorded 12.1ppg, 6.5rpg, 1.3apg and 1.8spg. He helped them to win the group title.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Pajarraco Seccio Esportiva Santa Eulalia where in 14 EBA games he averaged 11.1ppg, 6.0rpg, 1.6apg and 1.5spg in that year.
Codinachs has played previously for three other teams: L'Hospitalet, L'Hospitalet and L'Hospitalet.

CB Santfeliuenc roster for 2023-24:

Guard:
Guim Exposito

Forwards:
Josep Sole
Jaume Zanca
Adria Codinachs

Jaime Tejerina signs at Quintanar - by Eurobasket News

Basket Globalcaja Quintanar (EBA) landed 22-year old 188cm shooting guard Jaime Tejerina for new season. Tejerina has played for the last four years at Filipenses in U19 Championship. He helped his team get promotion to EBA. In 26 games he averaged 10.4ppg and 1.7rpg last season.

Basket Globalcaja Quintanar roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Andres Andrade
Jaime Tejerina
Mihael Linde

Forward:
Manuel Mije

Zornotza welcomes back Mazaira - by Eurobasket News

Zornotza Saskibaloi Taleda (LEB Silver) inked 26-year old 202cm power forward Alejandro Mazaira for upcoming season. It is actually his comeback to Amorebieta-Echano as he has played here before. Mazaira played most recently at Real Valladolid Baloncesto in the LEB Gold. In 37 games he averaged just 2.2ppg and 1.8rpg last season. LEB Silver will be definitely a better match and he can see more playing time. He helped them to make it to the semifinals.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Melilla Baloncesto (also in LEB Gold) where in 33 games he had 8.0ppg and 2.7rpg in that year.
Mazaira represented Spain at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Crete (Greece) six years ago. His team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 3 games: 5.0ppg, 1.7rpg, 1.0spg.
He has played previously for six other teams: Barca, Ourense, Manresa, FC Barcelona Lassa 2nd team, Martorell and Marin.
Mazaira won Spanish LEB Gold Play-Off championship title in 2018.

Bakir Serdarevic (ex Copenhagen) signs at L'Hospitalet - by Eurobasket News

Mostoles tab Daniel Tolosa - by Eurobasket News

Ciudad de Mostoles inked 28-year old 195cm forward Daniel Tolosa for upcoming season. Tolosa played most recently at Getafe in U19 Championship. He helped his team get promotion to EBA. In 25 games he averaged 6.1ppg, 2.9rpg and 1.2apg last season.
Tolosa has played previously for Liceo Frances.

Osas Ehigiator (ex Fuenlabrada) joins Nevezis - by Dimitri Chelidze

He was also a member of the Spanish international program for some years. Ehigiator played for Spanish Senior National Team in 2020 and previously for U16, U17, U18, U19 and U20 National Team.

Ehigiator has played also professionally for other Spanish teams like Zamora, Real Canoe, Viten Getafe Fuenlabrada Madrid, and Tormes.

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SWEDEN

Gutenius comes back to Nassjo - by Eurobasket News

KFUM Nassjo Basket (Basketligan) inked 30-year old former Swedish international 206cm small forward William Gutenius for upcoming season. It is actually his comeback to Nassjo as he has played here before. Gutenius played most recently at Stjarnan in Icelandic Subway League. In 15 games he recorded very impressive stats: 18.1ppg, 8.5rpg and 1.7apg last season. He helped them to make it to the cup final. Great season indeed as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Icelandic League Honorable Mention and All-Bosmans Team. Gutenius also played for Circus Brussels in Belgian league that season where in 10 BNXT League games he averaged 8.0ppg and 3.4rpg.
He was also a member of Swedish international program for some years. Gutenius played for Swedish Senior National Team in 2020 and previously for U20 National Team in 2012.
He represented Sweden at the World University Games in Gwangju (South Korea) eight years ago. His stats at that event were 8 games: 7.0ppg, 3.6rpg, FGP: 50.0%, 3PT: 30.3%, FT: 66.7%.
Gutenius has played previously professionally in Spain (Clavijo) and Sweden (Boras, Sundsvall, Sanda and KFUM Sundsvall). His team won Swedish Basketligan Regular Season in 2013 and 2020.

Lilja re-signs at Norrkoping - by Eurobasket News

Defending champion Norrkoping Dolphins (Basketligan) confirmed in their roster 20-year old forward Hugo Lilja (198cm-2003) for new 2023-24 season. Lilja has played there for the last three seasons. He managed to play in three leagues last year. The team played in three different competitions (!!!) that year, and he was exposed to basketball on different levels. But in 19 Basketligan games he had just 1.3ppg. Lilja helped them to win the league title and the cup. He also played 3 games in FIBA Europe Cup, but he did not score anything and 1 steal. And finally he recorded 1 game in Basketball Champions League where he averaged only 2 points.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Haga (Basketettan). In 13 games he got 12.5ppg, 8.9rpg, 1.6apg and 1.0spg in that year. Lilja contributed to his team winning the regular season.
He represented Sweden at the FIBA U20 European Championship Division B in Skopje (North Macedonia) this year. Lilja's team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 7 games: 4.6ppg, 2.7rpg.

Koping Stars sign Ben Okhotin, ex Ovarense - by Eurobasket News

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SWITZERLAND

Keith Clanton signs at Massagno - by Luca Maffioli

SAM Basket Massagno (SBL) landed 32-year old American 206cm center Keith Clanton (college: UCF) for upcoming season. Clanton played most recently at Lions de Geneve. In 27 SBL games in Switzerland he averaged 8.1ppg, 10.9rpg (#2 in the league), 3.7apg and 1.9bpg last season. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. It was a very successful season in his career as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Swiss SBL Honorable Mention and League Player of the Week.
The previous (2022) summer he played at Florida TNT in U.S. semi-pro league TBT where in four games he had very impressive stats: 15.8ppg, 6.5rpg, 1.5apg, 1.8spg and 1.5bpg in 2022 year.
Clanton is a very experienced player. He has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to nine different countries on four different continents (Europe, Asia, Latin America and of course North America). Clanton has played previously professionally in Bulgaria (Levski and Akademik Sofia), Greece (PAOK Mateco Thessaloniki and Rethymno), Israel (Hapoel Beer Sheva), Japan (Yamagata), Korea (Seoul Thunders), Poland (Anwil), Puerto Rico (Leones), Romania (Dinamo Stiinta Bucuresti and CSM Steaua Bucuresti) and The Basketball Tournament (Team DRC).
He won Bulgarian Division A championship title in 2018.
Clanton graduated from University of Central Florida in 2013 and it will be his eleventh (!!!) season in pro basketball.

SAM Basket Massagno roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Eric Koludrovic
Jeremiah Paige

Forwards:
Dusan Mladjan
Florian Steinmann
Marko Mladjan
Isaiah Williams

Center:
Keith Clanton

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THAILAND

TBL Round 9: Wave edge Devil Rays by three points - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 5th ranked Devil Rays (5-4) to second ranked Wave (7-2) 96-93 on Sunday evening. Wave had a 43-28 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was British center Morakinyo Williams (209-1988, college: Citadel) who had a double-double by scoring 30 points and 14 rebounds. American center Raymond Miller (204-1988, college: CS Fullerton, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 22 points, 22 rebounds and 4 blocks. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international Toby Sathitsumpan (182-2001) who recorded 34 points (!!!). Wave have a solid series of three victories in a row. Newly promoted Wave maintains second place with 7-2 record behind leader Tigers. Defending champion Devil Rays keep the fifth position with four games lost. They share it with Pythons.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Bangkok. First ranked Tigers faced 3rd placed SWU. Host Tigers (8-1) smashed guests from (6-3) 118-92. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of SWU. It was a good game for Nattapat Biasumrit who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 32 points and 11 rebounds. Takamin Sirijariyaporn contributed with 21 points, 6 rebounds, 11 assists and 8 steals for the winners. Tigers' coach Chakrapan Chuithaisong felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ukrainian swingman Sergii Pryimak (204-1996, agency: BIG) answered with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 23 rebounds and 4 assists for SWU. Tigers maintains first place with 8-1 record. SWU at the other side keeps the third position with three games lost. They share it with T-REX.
Bottom-ranked Kings (0-9) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 105-52 loss to sixth ranked Pythons (5-4) in on Sunday evening. Zhong Han Wong stepped up and scored 23 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. The best for the losing side was Justin Nixon with 18 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. Pythons moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Devil Rays. Kings at the other side, also newcomer in the league, still closes the standings with nine games lost.

In the last game of round 9 T-REX crushed Mammoth in Nakhon Ratchasima 145-96.
The best stats of 9th round was 23 points and 6 rebounds by Brian Garrett of Pythons.

Wave - Devil Rays 96-93

This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 5th ranked Devil Rays (5-4) to second ranked Wave (7-2) 96-93 on Sunday evening. Wave had a 43-28 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was British center Morakinyo Williams (209-1988, college: Citadel) who had a double-double by scoring 30 points and 14 rebounds. American center Raymond Miller (204-1988, college: CS Fullerton, agency: Interperformances) chipped in a double-double by scoring 22 points, 22 rebounds and 4 blocks. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international Toby Sathitsumpan (182-2001) who recorded 34 points (!!!) and Tew Fra added 20 points and 20 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Wave have a solid series of three victories in a row. Newly promoted Wave maintains second place with 7-2 record behind leader Tigers. Defending champion Devil Rays keep the fifth position with four games lost. They share it with Pythons.
Top scorers:
Wave: M.Williams 30+14reb+2ast, R.Miller 22+22reb+2ast, J.Martinez 18+8reb+14ast, E.Hernal 16+12reb+6ast, S.Aphirat 5, S.Supakorn 3+3reb+1ast
Devil Rays: S.Toby 34+3reb+3ast, F.Tew 20+20reb, E.Lorenzo 17+12reb+7ast, T.Suphakit 11+3reb+2ast, J.Nouchanthavong 7+10reb+13ast, T.Chanpob 4+3reb

Mammoth - T-REX 96-145

There was no surprise when 9th ranked Mammoth (1-8) was crushed at home by fifth ranked T-REX (6-3) 145-96 on Sunday. T-REX dominated down low during the game scoring 110 of its points in the paint compared to Mammoth's 58. T-REX forced 26 Mammoth turnovers and outrebounded them 60-40 including a 40-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 35 assists. Filipino point guard Jeff Dumelod Viernes (172-1989) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 41 points (!!!), 8 rebounds, 11 assists and 6 steals for the winners and American Tevis Robinson (198-1995, college: JWU, FL) chipped in 38 points (!!!), 18 rebounds and 5 blocks. Robinson is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Coach B. Gabiola's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play all 12 players and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was center Nara Djaruwat (193) with 23 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists and Cholasit Kitbumroong (-2000) scored 23 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. T-REX have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with SWU. Mammoth lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the ninth position with eight games lost.
Top scorers:
T-REX: J.Dumelod Viernes 41+8reb+11ast, A.Joshua 39+5reb+1ast, T.Robinson 38+18reb+3ast, A.Scharer 17+12reb+18ast, R.Nattachanon 4+3reb, S.Phattharaphon 2+1reb
Mammoth: C.Kitbumroong 23+6reb+4ast, N.Djaruwat 23+9reb+7ast, C.Thanathon 14+4reb+1ast, C.Limsuwan 11+7reb+3ast, C.Pakorn 10+8reb+2ast, S.Sangthong 8+5reb+6ast

Tigers - SWU 118-92

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Bangkok. First ranked Tigers faced 3rd placed SWU. Host Tigers (8-1) smashed guests from (6-3) 118-92. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of SWU. Tigers dominated down low during the game scoring 88 of its points in the paint compared to SWU's 58. Tigers forced 25 SWU turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 37 assists. It was a good game for Nattapat Biasumrit who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 32 points and 11 rebounds. Guard Takamin Sirijariyaporn (181-1997) contributed with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 6 rebounds, 11 assists and 8 steals for the winners. Tigers' coach Chakrapan Chuithaisong felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ukrainian swingman Sergii Pryimak (204-1996, agency: BIG) answered with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 23 rebounds and 4 assists and Ukrainian-Bulgarian guard Vladislav Ungurian (190-1995, agency: Dreamer Sports Agency) added 23 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists in the effort for SWU. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Tigers maintains first place with 8-1 record. SWU at the other side keeps the third position with three games lost. They share it with T-REX.
Top scorers:
Tigers: B.Nattapat 32+11reb+3ast, S.Takamin 21+6reb+11ast, T.Hazelbaker 21+1reb+4ast, Y.Gabriel 19+11reb+2ast, T.Supanat 11+3reb+1ast, B.Hiran 4+3reb+6ast
SWU: S.Pryimak 29+23reb+4ast, U.Vladislav 23+8reb+8ast, A.Mendoza 18+5reb+6ast, D.Eduardo 16+7reb+3ast, I.Thakit 2+2reb, K.Chatchon 2+2reb+1ast

Pythons - Kings 105-52

Bottom-ranked Kings (0-9) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 105-52 loss to sixth ranked Pythons (5-4) in on Sunday evening. They dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Kings' 20. Pythons forced 23 Kings turnovers and outrebounded them 44-30 including 31 on the defensive glass. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Pythons made 7 blocks. Singapore point guard Zhong Han Wong (183-1997) stepped up and scored 23 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and American guard Brian Garrett (193, college: CS Monterey) chipped in 23 points and 6 rebounds (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field). Garrett is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Pythons players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American power forward Justin Nixon (196, college: Capital) with 18 points and 7 rebounds and forward Panurat Chutsiriyingyong (192) scored 12 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Pythons moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Devil Rays. Kings at the other side, also newcomer in the league, still closes the standings with nine games lost.
Top scorers:
Pythons: B.Garrett 23+6reb+3ast, Z.Han Wong 23+7reb+6ast, S.McGee 15+2reb+1ast, D.Apisittinan 11+4reb+2ast, W.Mahasamut 9+6reb+1ast, T.Udomchot 8+4reb+3ast
Kings: J.Nixon 18+7reb+1ast, P.Chutsiriyingyong 12+2reb+1ast, C.Adrain 6+3reb+6ast, T.Phathit 5+1reb, M.Marlon 4+4reb+4ast, P.Kittiphat 3+1reb

Morakinyo Williams gets MVP of the Week award for Thailand TBL (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Experienced British Morakinyo Williams (209-C-1988) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for league's second-best Wave and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 8.
The 35-year old center had a double-double of 31 points and twenty four rebounds, while his team crushed Pythons (#5, 5-4) with 25-point margin 105-80. Wave maintains the 2nd position in Thailand TBL. They would have been even better if they did not have these two lost games earlier in Regular Season. Wave will need more victories to improve their 7-2 record. Williams has many years of experience at Wave, through which he has constantly improved. The Citadel graduate has very impressive stats this year. Williams is in league's top in points (8th best: 24.6ppg), rebounds (6th best: 14.2rpg) and averages solid 54.9% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Ukrainian swingman Sergii Pryimak (204-G/F-1996, agency: BIG) of SWU. Pryimak impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 19 points and 26 rebounds. Of course he led SWU to another comfortable win 112-98 over the lower-ranked Eagles (#7, 4-5) being unquestionably team leader. Despite this victory SWU slide down in the standings to 4th position. His team's 6-3 record is not bad at all. Pryimak is one of the most experienced players at SWU and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was American Avery Scharer (185-PG-1986) of T-REX (#3). Scharer showcased his all-around game by recording 29 points, eleven rebounds (!!!) and twenty two assists (!!!) in the last round. He was a key player of T-REX, leading his team to a 120-92 easy win against Kings (#10, 0-9). T-REX needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 6 victories and 3 lost games. Scharer has a great season in Thailand. After only 9 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 25.0ppg (6th best) and assists with 13.6apg (best passer). He also has 3.8spg and FGP: 55.9%. Scharer attended one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Raymond Miller (204-C-1988) of Wave - 22 points and 28 rebounds
5. Edsel Magisa) of Eagles - 35 points, 18 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Vladislav Ungurian (190-G-1995) of SWU - 44 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists
7. Tevis Robinson (198-PF-1995) of T-REX - 26 points, 15 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Marlon Monte) of Kings - 36 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists
9. James Martinez (170-PG-1987) of Wave - 27 points and 17 assists
10. Tew Fra) of Devil Rays - 20 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)

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

Booker is back at Bayern, ex Fenerbahce - by Igor Obradovic

Cayirova tabs Kendall Smith, ex Kolossos HH - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

TED Ankara adds Myers to their roster, ex FC Porto - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Maurice Watson agreed terms with Gaziantep - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Gaziantep Basketbol (BSL) inked 30-year old American 178cm point guard Maurice Watson (college: Creighton) for upcoming season. Watson played this summer at Big 5 (The Basketball Tournament) in the U.S. He managed to play in four leagues in three countries last year (!!!). First he played at CSO Voluntari in Romanian Liga Nationala. The team played in three different competitions that year, and he was exposed to basketball on different levels. In 27 Romanian Liga Nationala games he recorded 13.9ppg, 3.1rpg, 6.4apg (top 3) and 1.6spg (in top 5). Good season as he was voted League Player of the Week and selected to Eurobasket.com All-Romanian League Second Team. Watson also played 2 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he averaged 11.5ppg, 3.5rpg, 3.0apg and 2.0spg. The other team he played shortly was Antwerp Giants in Belgian league. In four FIBA Europe Cup games he had 13.5ppg, 2.3rpg, 10.0apg and 2.3spg. He also played 3 games in BNXT League where he got 12.3ppg, 2.3rpg, 6.7apg and 1.7spg.
Watson is a very experienced player. He has played also professionally in Holland (ZZ Leiden), Israel (Maccabi Effie Capital Rishon Le-Zion), Italy (Forli), Poland (Twarde Pierniki), Turkey (Gemlik) and The Basketball Tournament (Brotherly Love).
Among many awards his team was regular season runner-up in Italian Serie A2 East in 2020. Watson was voted to Eurobasket.com Dutch Eredivisie All-Imports Team back in 2019.
He graduated from Creighton University in 2017 and it will be his seventh season in pro basketball. Watson played also for Boston University for 2 years.

Gaziantep Basketbol roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Maurice Watson
Emir Gokalp
Erkin Senel

Center:
Dusan Cantekin

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UKRAINE

Sandul re-signs at Budivelnyk - by Dimitri Chelidze

Defending champion Budivelnyk Kyiv (Superleague) confirmed in their roster 32-year-old ex-international Center Maksim Sandul (207cm-114kg-1991, agency: BIG) for season 2023-24. Sandul played there last season. In 32 Superleague games, he recorded 11.4ppg, 11.1rpg (leader !!!), 2.5apg and 1.1spg. He helped them to win the league title. Quite an impressive season as he was voted Eurobasket.com All-Ukrainian Superleague Center of the Year and League Player of the Week (2 times). Sandul also played 1 game in European North Basketball League where he averaged 13 points, 7 rebounds, 1 assist, and 4 blocks.

Previous (2021-22) season he played at Ternopil-TNEU. In 28 Superleague games, he had 8.0ppg, 6.9rpg, and 1.2apg.

He was a member of the Ukrainian international program for some years. Sandul was called to Ukrainian Senior National Team back in 2016 and previously for U20 National Team in 2011.

He has played also professionally in Poland (Twarde Pierniki), Spain (Manresa), and Ukraine (Zaporizhye, BC Kyiv, Kyiv-Vovcha, and Kyiv Basket).

Lutsenko comes back to Budivelnyk - by Dimitri Chelidze

Defending champion Budivelnyk Kyiv (Superleague) added to their roster 30-year old Ukrainian 188cm swingman Maksym Lutsenko, agency: BIG for season 2023-24. It is his comeback to Kyiv as he has played here before. Lutsenko played most recently at Kretinga in the Lithuanian NKL league. In 31 games he recorded 13.2ppg, 3.8rpg, and 1.9apg last season.

In the previous (2021-22) season he played at Ternopil-TNEU in Ukrainian Superleague where in 29 games he averaged 9.4ppg, 4.1rpg and 1.6apg in that year.

He represented Ukraine at the World University Games in Taipei (Taiwan) six years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: 4.7ppg, 2.3rpg, 1.3apg.

Lutsenko has played previously professionally in Georgia (Zestaponi) and Ukraine (Mykolaiv, Mariupol, Azovmash Mariupol 2nd team, Odessa, and Kyiv Basket).

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UNITED KINGDOM

Christian Cunningham agreed terms with Bristol Flyers - by Eurobasket News

Bristol Flyers (BBL) strengthened their roster with addition of 25-year old American 201cm forward Christian Cunningham (college: JSU) for season 2023-24. Cunningham plays this summer at The Enchantment (The Basketball Tournament) in the U.S.
He is a very experienced player. Thanks to Cunningham's pro career he managed to play on three different continents (Europe, Asia and of course North America) in four different countries. Cunningham has played previously professionally in Iceland (Selfoss), Israel (Ramat Hasharon and Hapoel Beer Sheva), Japan (Kagoshima) and Luxembourg (Amicale). His team made it to the OVC Tournament Semifinals in 2018 and 2019.
Among many awards he was voted to Asia-Basket.com All-Japanese B League D3 Honorable Mention in 2022.
He graduated from Jacksonville State University in 2019 and it will be his fifth season in pro basketball.

Bristol Flyers roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Kedrian Johnson
Tevin Olison

Forwards:
Raphell Thomas-Edwards
Leslee Smith
Christian Cunningham
Trejon Jacob

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URUGUAY

Metropolitan Round 14: Olimpia beat Miramar by three after a very close game - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Fifteenth-ranked Miramar (2-8) used its home court advantage to challenge second ranked Olimpia (8-3) in Montevideo on Wednesday. The visitors managed to secure only three-point victory 80-77. However their fans expected much easier game. American forward Al Thornton (203-1983, college: FSU, agency: BIG) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 15 rebounds. Guard Santiago Fernandez (186-2000) contributed with 20 points and 5 assists for the winners. Ivan Loriente (190-1992, agency: Pro Sports) replied with 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for Miramar. Olimpia have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 8-3 record behind leader Urunday, which they share with Tabare. Miramar lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth place with eight games lost. Olimpia is looking forward to face Colon (#12) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Miramar will play against Colon and is hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series.
Important game to mention about took place in Montevideo. Seventh ranked U.Atletica (6-5) saved a 3-point derby victory at home edging 8th ranked Welcome (5-6) 95-92 on Thursday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Welcome. Point guard Felipe Garcia (173-1999) scored 28 points to lead the charge for the winners and Andres Dotti chipped in 16 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. point guard Santiago Wohlwend (172-1997) responded with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. U.Atletica moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Atenas and Sayago. Welcome at the other side dropped to the ninth position with six games lost. They share it with Stockolmo and O.Mundial. U.Atletica's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Montevideo to the arena Stockolmo.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Larranaga (7-4) against twelfth ranked Stockolmo (5-6) on Thursday night. Visiting Larranaga was defeated by Stockolmo in a tough game in Montevideo 72-77. Facundo Terra notched a double-double by scoring 18 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists to lead the effort. Even 23 points and 8 rebounds by DJ Foreman did not help to save the game for Larranaga. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Stockolmo moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Welcome and O.Mundial. Loser Larranaga dropped to the fourth position with four games lost. Stockolmo's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Montevideo U.Atletica.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 14: Sayago was beaten by 25 de Agosto on the road 66-52. Colon lost to Atenas on its own court 82-93. Bottom-ranked Lagomar was outscored by O.Mundial in Montevideo 75-97. Miramar recorded a loss to Urunday at home 67-83. Olimpia was defeated by Tabare on the opponent's court 79-62.
The most impressive performance of 14th round was 14 points and 10 rebounds by Prince Orizu of Tabare.

Miramar - Olimpia 77-80

Fifteenth-ranked Miramar (2-8) used its home court advantage to challenge second ranked Olimpia (8-3) in Montevideo on Wednesday. The visitors managed to secure only three-point victory 80-77. However their fans expected much easier game. American forward Al Thornton (203-1983, college: FSU, agency: BIG) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 15 rebounds. Guard Santiago Fernandez (186-2000) contributed with 20 points and 5 assists for the winners. Ivan Loriente (190-1992, agency: Pro Sports) replied with 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and Manuel Monteverde (194-1995) added 12 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Miramar. Four Olimpia and five Miramar players scored in double figures. Olimpia have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 8-3 record behind leader Urunday, which they share with Tabare. Miramar lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth place with eight games lost. Olimpia is looking forward to face Colon (#12) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Miramar will play against Colon and is hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series.
Top scorers:
Olimpia: S.Fernandez 20+1reb+5ast, A.Thornton 17+15reb+2ast, D.Nunes 11+7reb+2ast, L.Tiago 10+3reb+1ast, T.Santiago 8+6reb+3ast, N.Joaquin 7+2reb+2ast
Miramar: D.Blazina 18+2reb+2ast, I.Loriente 13+8reb+4ast, M.Monteverde 12+7reb+4ast, M.Botta 11+1reb, M.De Gouveia 10+5reb+4ast, B.Nicolas 8

Stockolmo - Larranaga 77-72

Very important is a road loss of third ranked Larranaga (7-4) against twelfth ranked Stockolmo (5-6) on Thursday night. Visiting Larranaga was defeated by Stockolmo in a tough game in Montevideo 72-77. Guard Facundo Terra (185-1998) notched a double-double by scoring 18 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists to lead the effort and center Martin Tessadri (200-2001) supported him with 15 points and 11 rebounds. Four Stockolmo players scored in double figures. Even 23 points and 8 rebounds by American forward DJ Foreman (203-1994, college: St.Louis) did not help to save the game for Larranaga. Forward Joaquin Jones (199-1997) added 15 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the guests. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Stockolmo moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Welcome and O.Mundial. Loser Larranaga dropped to the fourth position with four games lost. Stockolmo's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Montevideo U.Atletica.
Top scorers:
Stockolmo: F.Terra 18+6reb+12ast, A.Maximiliano 16+3reb+2ast, T.Martin 15+11reb+1ast, S.Machado 14+6reb+1ast, J.Peralta 8+5reb+2ast, G.Agustin 4+3reb
Larranaga: D.Foreman 23+8reb, J.Jones 15+10reb+4ast, C.Colman 9+2reb+1ast, N.Borsellino 7+7reb+1ast, C.Mateo 6+1reb+1ast, M.Nobile 6+1reb+2ast

25 de Agosto - Sayago 66-52

There was a surprise result when thirteenth ranked 25 de Agosto (4-7) beat higher ranked Sayago (6-5) in Montevideo 66-52 on Thursday. 25 de Agosto held Sayago to an opponent 22.2 percent shooting from the field compared to 38.4 percent accuracy of the winners. 25 de Agosto had a 41-30 advantage in offensive rebounds. American Tirrell Brown (198-1993, college: OBU) notched a double-double by scoring 19 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the effort and Rodrigo Cardozo (191-1992) supported him with 15 points and 13 rebounds. Four 25 de Agosto players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 16 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists by American Rakim Brown (198-1991, college: Humboldt St.) did not help to save the game for Sayago. Italian-Argentinian center Damian Tintorelli (205-1981) added 7 points and 9 rebounds for the guests. 25 de Agosto maintains thirteenth position with 4-7 record. Loser Sayago keeps the sixth place with five games lost. They share the position with Atenas and U.Atletica. 25 de Agosto's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Montevideo to the arena Welcome.
Top scorers:
25 de Agosto: T.Brown 19+13reb+6ast, R.Cardozo 15+13reb, D.McKinney 13+11reb+1ast, S.Santiago 10+1reb+3ast, P.Luciano 9+7reb+2ast, S.Renzo 0
Sayago: R.Brown 16+13reb+4ast, B.Emiliano 10+3reb+1ast, D.Tintorelli 7+9reb, D.Mujica 7+1reb, C.Santiago 5+1reb, M.Aguilera 5+7reb+2ast

U.Atletica - Welcome 95-92

Important game to mention about took place in Montevideo. Seventh ranked U.Atletica (6-5) saved a 3-point derby victory at home edging 8th ranked Welcome (5-6) 95-92 on Thursday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Welcome. Point guard Felipe Garcia (173-1999) scored 28 points to lead the charge for the winners and point guard Andres Dotti (180-1993) chipped in 16 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Point guard Santiago Wohlwend (172-1997) responded with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and Argentinian point guard Sebastian Alvarez (185-1989) scored 22 points and 5 rebounds. Five U.Atletica and four Welcome players scored in double figures. U.Atletica moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Atenas and Sayago. Welcome at the other side dropped to the ninth position with six games lost. They share it with Stockolmo and O.Mundial. U.Atletica's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Montevideo to the arena Stockolmo.
Top scorers:
U.Atletica: G.Felipe 28+2reb+3ast, A.Dotti 16+7reb+5ast, Z.Riauka 15+10reb+2ast, F.Trusich 13+5reb+2ast, S.Ottonello 12+10reb+3ast, O.Manuel 8+3reb
Welcome: S.Wohlwend 25+5reb+5ast, S.Alvarez 22+5reb+3ast, A.Varela 13+8reb+3ast, A.Mauricio 11+4reb, F.Verrone 9+9reb+3ast, S.Sosa 8+2ast

Colon - Atenas 82-93

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 10th ranked Colon's (4-6) home loss to ninth ranked Atenas (6-5) 82-93 on Friday. Atenas outrebounded Colon 42-27 including a 37-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Forward Joaquin Rodriguez (199-2003) notched 21 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the effort and Argentinian power forward Tayavek Gallizzi (206-1993) supported him with 18 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Even 26 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals by point guard Andres Aristimuno (184-1992) did not help to save the game for Colon. American power forward Quinterian McConico (203-1995, college: AAMU) added 12 points and 9 rebounds for the hosts. Four Atenas and five Colon players scored in double figures. Atenas moved-up to sixth place, which they share with U.Atletica and Sayago. Colon lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the twelfth position with six games lost. Atenas' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Montevideo to the arena Larranaga.
Top scorers:
Atenas: R.Joaquin 21+7reb+6ast, T.Gallizzi 18+9reb+4ast, L.Planells 13+1reb+7ast, N.Lewis 11+3reb+2ast, N.Santos 10+1reb+1ast, A.Zuvich 8+13reb+3ast
Colon: A.Aristimuno 26+5reb+7ast, J.Bieniemy 16+1reb+1ast, A.Amaral 12+3reb+2ast, Q.McConico 12+9reb, D.Alvarez 10+3reb+5ast, E.Gonzalez 6+5reb

O.Mundial - Lagomar 97-75

Very predictable result when eleventh ranked O.Mundial (5-6) rolled over bottom-ranked Lagomar (2-9) in Montevideo 97-75 on Friday. Panamanian-American point guard Trevor Gaskins (188-1989, college: Louisiana Tech, agency: Pro Sports) notched 30 points and 4 assists to lead the effort and forward Emilio Taboada (191-1982, agency: Pro Sports) supported him with 15 points. Even a double-double of 26 points and 11 rebounds by forward Federico Haller (200-1988) did not help to save the game for Lagomar. Naturalized Argentinian Diego Pena (195-1996) added 11 points and 8 rebounds for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. O.Mundial moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Welcome and Stockolmo. Loser Lagomar stay at the bottom position with nine games lost. O.Mundial will meet higher ranked Sayago (#6) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Lagomar's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Montevideo Miramar.
Top scorers:
O.Mundial: T.Gaskins 30+3reb+4ast, S.Lucas 18+4reb, E.Taboada 15+4reb+3ast, I.Facundo 9+3reb+3ast, L.Taboada 8+2reb+5ast, A.Thomas 7+1reb
Lagomar: F.Haller 26+11reb+1ast, P.Rusch 13+3ast, D.Pena 11+8reb+3ast, L.Martin 8+4ast, D.Tortajada 6+3reb+1ast, A.Agustin 5+2reb

Miramar - Urunday 67-83

Not a big story in a game when 15th ranked Miramar (2-8) lost to first ranked Urunday (9-2) in Montevideo 67-83 on Saturday. Urunday looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. DNicolas Delgado (198-1987) notched a double-double by scoring 21 points and 14 rebounds to lead the effort and guard Diego Garcia (186-1992) supported him with 13 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists. Five Urunday players scored in double figures. Even 18 points and 7 rebounds by Argentinian power forward Gonzalo Torres (201-1994) did not help to save the game for Miramar. Ivan Loriente (190-1992, agency: Pro Sports) added 11 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the hosts. Urunday maintains first position with 9-2 record. Miramar lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth place with eight games lost. Urunday's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Montevideo Capitol.
Top scorers:
Urunday: D.Delgado 21+14reb+3ast, F.Pereiras 17+4reb+3ast, D.Alvarez 14+7reb+5ast, D.Garcia 13+5reb+11ast, P.Patricio 10+1reb, A.Hilliard 5+5reb
Miramar: G.Torres 18+7reb, I.Loriente 11+6reb+6ast, M.De Gouveia 9+4reb+9ast, B.Nicolas 7+1reb+2ast, P.Ezequiel 7+5reb+2ast, M.Monteverde 6+6reb

Tabare - Olimpia 79-62

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when third ranked Tabare (8-3) defeated at home second-ranked Olimpia (8-3) 79-62 on Saturday. Nigerian power forward Prince Orizu (208-1994) notched a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and forward Octavio Medina (195-1996) supported him with 21 points. Even a double-double of 16 points and 13 rebounds by American forward Al Thornton (203-1983, college: FSU, agency: BIG) did not help to save the game for Olimpia. His fellow American import center Ricardo Glenn (203-1990, college: USC Upstate, agency: Interperformances) added 6 points and 9 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tabare have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Olimpia. Tabare will meet Verdirrojo (#14) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Olimpia will play against Colon (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Tabare: O.Medina 21+2reb+2ast, P.Orizu 14+10reb+1ast, M.Perdomo 11+3reb+9ast, C.Xavier 9+1reb+1ast, A.Danridge 9+4reb+2ast, G.Charlie 7+2reb+1ast
Olimpia: A.Thornton 16+13reb+3ast, L.Tiago 10+3reb, C.Juan Diego 9+1reb+3ast, N.Joaquin 8+4reb+2ast, R.Glenn 6+9reb+1ast, D.Enzo 5+5reb+2ast

Arregui's double-double lands him Metropolitan Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

25-year old center Mauricio Arregui (200-C-1998) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Welcome and receives a Hoops Agents Metropolitan Player of the Week award for round 13.
He had a double-double of 24 points and 15 rebounds, while his team beat Stockolmo (5-6) 84-79. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Thanks to this victory Welcome moved-up to the 9th position in Uruguayan Metropolitan. Welcome is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 5-6 record. Arregui has many years of experience at Welcome, through which he has constantly improved. Mauricio Arregui averages this season 11.4ppg.

Second best performed player last round was Dennis McKinney (194-F-1998, agency: GoEmpire Group) of 25 de Agosto. He is American forward in his first season at 25 de Agosto. In the last game McKinney recorded impressive 37 points and 7 rebounds. Of course he led 25 de Agosto to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Lagomar (#16, 2-9) 92-68. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. 25 de Agosto keeps 13th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 4-7 record. McKinney is one of the most experienced players at 25 de Agosto and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.4ppg (#3). He also registered 8.8 boards per game.

Third place about best performers goes to center Damian Tintorelli (205-C-1981) of Sayago (#6). Tintorelli scored 15 points and grabbed eight rebounds. He was a key player of Sayago, leading his team to a 85-72 easy win against U.Atletica (6-5). Sayago needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 6 victories and 5 lost games. Tintorelli has a great season in Uruguay. After 11 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 11.2rpg (4th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Gonzalo Torres (201-F/C-1994) of Miramar - 17 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Martin Tessadri (200-C-2001) of Stockolmo - 22 points and 13 rebounds
6. Santiago Fernandez (186-G-2000) of Olimpia - 27 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Pedro Ianguas (210-C-1998) of O.Mundial - 13 points and 18 rebounds
8. Santiago Calimares (180-PG-2003) of Sayago - 14 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists
9. Ivan Loriente (190-SG-1992) of Miramar - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists
10. Maximiliano Antunez (193-SG-2005) of Stockolmo - 17 points, 8 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)

Brown number one in Uruguayan Metropolitan for round 14 - by Eurobasket News

American Power forward Tirrell Brown (198-PF-1993) had a great game in the last round for 25 de Agosto, receiving a Hoops Agents Metropolitan Player of the Week award for round 14.
The 30-year old player had a double-double of 19 points and 13 rebounds, while his team beat Sayago (#6, 6-5) 66-52. 25 de Agosto maintains the 13th position in Uruguayan Metropolitan. 25 de Agosto is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 4-7 record. In the team's last game Brown had a remarkable 61.5% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at 25 de Agosto, through which he has constantly improved. Former Ouachita Baptist University star has very solid stats this year. Brown is in league's top in points (5th best: 19.5ppg) and averages impressive 55.6% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young Andres Aristimuno (184-PG-1992) of Colon. Aristimuno had a very good evening with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Bad luck as Colon lost that game 82-93 to the higher-ranked Atenas (#8, 6-5). This loss caused Colon to drop to 12th position in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 4-6 record. Aristimuno is one of the most experienced players at Colon and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third on the list of top players last round was forward Federico Haller (200-F-1988) of Lagomar (#16). Haller scored 26 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). Despite Haller's great performance Lagomar lost 75-97 to the higher-ranked O.Mundial (#10, 5-6). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. Lagomar can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have extremely bad season and 2-9 record places them at the very bottom of the standings. Haller has individually a great season in Uruguay. After only 9 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 11.2rpg (3rd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Trevor Gaskins (188-PG-1989) of O.Mundial - 30 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Tayavek Gallizzi (206-F/C-1993) of Atenas - 18 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists
6. D'Nicolas Delgado (198-PF-1987) of Urunday - 21 points, 14 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Joaquin Jones (199-F-1997) of Larranaga - 15 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists
8. D.J. Foreman (203-F-1994) of Larranaga - 23 points and 8 rebounds
9. Rakim Brown (198-SG-1991) of Sayago - 16 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists
10. Joaquin Rodriguez (199-F-2003) of Atenas - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists

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

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VIETNAM

VBA Round 15: Dragons still unable to win any game - by Eurobasket News

VBA is at the halfway of the Regular Season and there are still another 15 rounds left. Coincidentally all hosts won their games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Bottom-ranked Dragons (0-9) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 91-82 loss to fourth ranked Warriors (5-5) in Hanoi on Saturday evening. They dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Dragons' 24. They outrebounded Dragons 49-27 including a 21-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. The game was dominated by American players. The best player for the winners was power forward John Fields (205-1988, college: Tennessee, agency: Octagon Europe) who had a double-double by scoring 28 points and 22 rebounds. Guard Sameen Swint (193-1995, college: GBC) chipped in 28 points and 10 rebounds. Warriors' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Jermaine Marrow (183-1997, college: Hampton) who recorded a double-double by scoring 26 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Warriors maintains fourth place with 5-5 record. Dragons at the other side still closes the standings with nine games lost. Warriors are looking forward to face Wings (#5) in Ho Chi Minh in the next round. Dragons will have a break next round.

In the last game of round 15 City Wings were defeated by Buffaloes in Hanoi 98-93.

Buffaloes - City Wings 98-93

There was no surprise in Hanoi where 5th ranked Wings (3-6) were defeated by second ranked Buffaloes (8-2) 98-93 on Friday. Buffaloes had a 17-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was American Anthony January (204-1993, college: CSUSB, agency: Interperformances) who scored 32 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. American-Nigerian forward Udun Osakue (198-1992, college: SF State, agency: Interperformances) chipped in a double-double by scoring 20 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Jeremy Smith (190-1991, college: Nicholls St.) who recorded a double-double by scoring 30 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) and Ukrainian forward Yevgen Sakhniuk (201-1995, college: Jefferson) added 22 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) respectively. Four Buffaloes and five Wings players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Buffaloes have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain second place with 8-2 record having just one point less than leader Saigon Heat. Wings at the other side keep the fifth position with six games lost. Buffaloes will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Wings will play on the road against Warriors (#4) in Hanoi and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Buffaloes: A.January 32+9reb+4ast, U.Osakue 20+12reb+7ast, C.Dinh Tien 16+3reb+1ast, D.Thanh Tam 12+5reb, D.Nguyen Tien 6+1reb+4ast, V.Viet Hoang 5+2reb+1ast
City Wings: J.Smith 30+11reb+8ast, Y.Sakhniuk 22+7reb+5ast, T.Tran 17+5reb+2ast, N.Quang Vinh 10+4reb+4ast, P.Hien 10+1reb+2ast, N.Thanh Tung 3+1reb+1ast

Warriors - Dragons 91-82

Bottom-ranked Dragons (0-9) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 91-82 loss to fourth ranked Warriors (5-5) in Hanoi on Saturday evening. They dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Dragons' 24. They outrebounded Dragons 49-27 including a 21-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. The game was dominated by American players. The best player for the winners was power forward John Fields (205-1988, college: Tennessee, agency: Octagon Europe) who had a double-double by scoring 28 points and 22 rebounds. Guard Sameen Swint (193-1995, college: GBC) chipped in a double-double by scoring 28 points and 10 rebounds. Warriors' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Jermaine Marrow (183-1997, college: Hampton) who recorded a double-double by scoring 26 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and JR Holder (198-1994, college: Jacksonville) added 34 points (!!!) respectively. Warriors maintains fourth place with 5-5 record. Dragons at the other side still closes the standings with nine games lost. Warriors are looking forward to face Wings (#5) in Ho Chi Minh in the next round. Dragons will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Warriors: J.Fields 28+22reb+2ast, S.Swint 28+10reb+2ast, T.Hung Dang 13+3reb, P.Nhat Quang 8+4reb+3ast, Y.Justin 6+6reb+3ast, T.Truong Hoang 5+2reb+1ast
Dragons: J.Holder 34+4reb+2ast, J.Marrow 26+10reb+4ast, N.Anh Kiet 7+5reb+3ast, D.Duc Tri 6+2reb+1ast, H.Andre Triet 4+3reb, D.Kaillum 3+1reb+1ast

John Fields gets MVP of the Week award for Vietnamese VBA - by Eurobasket News

Experienced American John Fields (205-F/C-1988, agency: Octagon Europe) had a very impressive game in the last round for Warriors and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 15.
The 35-year old power forward had a double-double of 28 points and twenty two rebounds, while his team beat Dragons (#7, 0-9), the league's bottom-ranked team 91-82. Warriors maintains the 4th position in Vietnamese VBA. Warriors is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 5-5 record. Fields has many years of experience at Warriors, through which he has constantly improved. University of Tennessee graduate has very impressive stats this year. Fields is in league's top in points (6th best: 24.2ppg), rebounds (3rd best: 17.4rpg) and averages solid 70.3% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American guard Jeremy Smith (190-G-1991) of City Wings. Smith impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 30 points and 11 rebounds. Bad luck as City Wings lost that game 93-98 to the higher-ranked Buffaloes (#2, 8-2). City Wings is still second from the bottom in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 3-6 record. Smith is one of the most experienced players at City Wings and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 28.4ppg (#2). His other stats are also decent: 10.0rpg and 5.1apg.

The third best performed player last round was another City Wings' star - Ukrainian Yevgen Sakhniuk (201-F-1995). Sakhniuk showcased his all-around game by recording 22 points, seven rebounds and five assists in the last round. Despite Sakhniuk's great performance City Wings lost 93-98 to the higher-ranked Buffaloes (#2, 8-2). But his team cannot count on just these two top stars as they also need help of the other teammates. The chances of City Wings not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 6 games, recording just three victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Sakhniuk could try to bring City Wings' a little bit higher in the standings. Sakhniuk has individually a great season in Vietnam. After only 2 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 17.0rpg (7th best) and assists with 4.0apg (7th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Anthony January (204-PF-1993) of Buffaloes - 32 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Udun Osakue (198-F-1992) of Buffaloes - 20 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists
6. Jermaine Marrow (183-PG-1997) of Dragons - 26 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists
7. JR Holder (198-SG-1994) of Dragons - 34 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Sameen Swint (193-G-1995) of Warriors - 28 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Trung Tran (182-F-1998) of City Wings - 17 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Cong Dinh Tien (186-SG-1996) of Buffaloes - 16 points and 3 rebounds

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

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VTB UNITED LEAGUE

Pavel Lobarev is a newcomer at Enisey - by Eurobasket News

Enisey inks Andrey Toptunov - by Eurobasket News

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Women News

NBL One Round 1 of Play-Offs - by Eurobasket News

Central

N.Adelaide R. - S.Adelaide P. 63-73

Panthers outrebounded Rockets 56-39 including 19 on the offensive glass. Forward Ashleigh Spencer (181-1992) stepped up and scored 30 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and American forward Holly Forbes (178-1998, college: UT Martin) chipped in 7 points and 18 rebounds. At the losing side the former international guard Lauren Mansfield (170-1989, college: Iowa St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists and Jordyn Freer scored 16 points and 7 rebounds. Four Rockets players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
N.Adelaide R.: F.Jordyn 16+7reb, L.Mansfield 13+10reb+6ast, L.Badenoch 10+4reb+2ast, B.Basham 10+8reb+2ast, W.Shannon 8+1ast, B.Dittmar 4+1reb
S.Adelaide P.: A.Spencer 30+7reb+2ast, S.Defrancesco 11+1reb+2ast, D.Rees 9+7reb+2ast, H.Forbes 7+18reb+1ast, J.Hunter 5+8reb+5ast, M.Bianca 4+3reb

South

Frankston B. - Eltham W. 53-75

Wildcats made 19-of-22 charity shots (86.4 percent) during the game. Wildcats had a 33-21 advantage in offensive rebounds. International swingman Anneli Maley (187-1998, college: TCU) nailed a double-double by scoring 22 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side and center Rebecca Pizzey (190-1999) accounted for 20 points and 5 rebounds. Four Wildcats players scored in double figures. Wildcats' coach felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Louise Brown (189-1995, college: Tennessee) came up with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 14 rebounds and the former international forward Chloe Bibby (185-1998, college: Maryland) added 11 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Frankston Blues in the defeat.
Top scorers:
Frankston B.: A.Chelsea 15+2reb+2ast, C.Bibby 11+8reb+2ast, L.Brown 11+14reb, M.Cocks 9+2reb+2ast, T.Jackson 7+1reb+1ast, F.Hilford 0
Eltham W.: A.Maley 22+14reb+6ast, R.Pizzey 20+5reb+1ast, H.Leidel 13+6reb+1ast, F.Louise 11+9reb+4ast, C.Armato 3+1reb+1ast, A.Lilly 2+1ast

Sandringham S. - Ringwood H. 56-81

Guard Marena Whittle (180-1994, college: NDSU, agency: LBM Management) fired a double-double by scoring 23 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Spanish guard Marta Hermida (180-1997, college: Boise St.) chipped in 18 points and 5 rebounds. Four Hawks players scored in double figures. Forward Klara Wischer (190-1991, college: San Diego) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds and American guard Brittany Smart (177-1985, college: Cedarville) added 13 points respectively for lost side.
Top scorers:
Sandringham S.: K.Wischer 17+13reb, B.Smart 13+2ast, E.Simpson 9+3reb+2ast, G.Pineau 7+6reb+1ast, W.Hannah 4+7reb, I.Morgan 3+3reb+1ast
Ringwood H.: M.Whittle 23+13reb+4ast, M.Hermida 18+5reb+3ast, J.Ariel 16+4reb, D.Piper 10+6reb+1ast, F.Toni 7+6reb, J.Trotto 3+5reb

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BELGIUM

Best Women Basketball Players: Their History and Other Interests - by Eurobasket

As Eurobasket Women is underway, the eyes of the world are upon some of the best players on the court. Fans of this sport have been able to witness some incredible moments thus far, and the most interesting part is yet to come. Many basketball enthusiasts like to spend their time creatively while they wait for the next game to begin. Some might spend their time playing different games of luck at an online casino Belgium, which is a very common hobby in Europe, especially in countries like Belgium, Denmark, and the Netherlands. Whereas others might be exploring the highest odds for their preferred team. And some might even search for the stats about the best women basketball players.

Basically, you can choose how you want to spend your free time until the next game. You can explore one of the favorite online entertainments for athletes worldwide and learn more about online gambling. One of the ways to do that is to check onlinecasinosnl.com and read detailed gambling guides that will take you to the best online casinos in the Netherlands, where this activity is very popular Or you can keep reading this article and learn more about some of the most amazing athletes in this sport.

Best Women's Basketball Players Bring in Record Viewer Engagement

Almost all of the popular sports are male-dominated, and that's in part due to our collective history. Luckily, over the past few decades, things have gradually started to change. There are many hobbies that were previously dominated by male audiences and are now receiving almost as much attention from women. Gambling is one such example. Ever since casino games were added to social media, we have seen an increased number of female players. Moreover, real money casino games are incredibly easy to access, and if you use an online casino bonus you can gamble almost risk-free. Additionally, there are more women in poker tournaments and other casino competitions.

The same is true for basketball. The viewership numbers for women's tournaments are on the rise and that's in no small part due to the best women's basketball players. As the number of talented players increases the games become more competitive and exciting to watch. Also, many of those female athletes become coaches and can pass on their knowledge and skill to the new generation.

Ann Wauters - Inspirational Speaker and Writer

When we talk about the best women's basketball player the name that almost immediately comes to mind is Ann Wauters. Ann is a professional player from Belgium, born in 1980, and has been actively playing from 1999 to 2020. She had achieved incredible results across different leagues:

World Cup winner in 2003
Korean National League champion in 2006
EuroCup winner in 2015
Spanish National League champion in 2012
Turkish Cup winner in 2013
Belgian National League champion in 2016
4 times French national champion and French cup Winner
4 times Euro League champion

She is an inspiration to all players across the globe, and she even encouraged the young Belgian women's team before the Olympics. Ann has even published a book called The Game of Life, and she was also one of the speakers in TEDx talks. Her lecture was called How to Win the Game (of Life), and she shared her career story, and how it felt to be the number 1 pick for WNBA.

Famous Women Basketball Players From Europe

There were many inspiring athletes in basketball history who have a similar story to Ann. Here however we will focus on some of the best womens basketball players of today, and discuss their other hobbies.

Emma Meesseman - Painting

Emma is also a player from Belgium, and she was born in 1993 and is currently playing for Chicago Sky where Ann Wauters is the coach. Emma recently won the FIBA Eurobaske Champion MVP title, and she has won multiple other championships over the past decade. She also led Belgian's cat team during the 2020 Olympics, where they achieved incredible results. But, outside of the court, Emma has a different passion, and that's painting.

Anyone can go to her Instagram page and see just how talented she is on the canvas. One of her works includes a tribute to Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna after they tragically passed in a helicopter crash.

Emilie Hesseldal - Reding

Emilie Hesseldal is a Danish player born in 1990 and is one of the best women's basketball players in Europe. She has won multiple Danish and Icelandic championships, and she was actively playing since 2006. Emilie's favourite pastime activity is reading, which is very evident from her Instagram posts. So, she might get inspired to write her own book at one point in the future.

Sandrine Gruda - Modeling and Make Up

Sandrine is a French player born in 1987, and she won FIBA's best female basketball player award in 2006 and 2009. She is currently playing for the Italian team PF Schio, but she is actively pursuing other career paths as well. Sandrine is a model and a fashion consultant, and she has a TV show.

Conclusion

These were some of the best women's basketball players in the world, with diverse career portfolios. They inspire other athletes all over the world and help bring more attention to women's basketball competitions.

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BOSNIA

Paunovic re-signs at Freiburg - by Eurobasket News

Eisvogel USC Freiburg (DBBL) confirmed in their roster experienced 46-year old Bosnian power forward Mirna Paunovic (185cm-1976) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Paunovic has played there for the last eighteen seasons.
She has played also professionally in Croatia (ZKK Croatia 2006 Zagreb). Her team was regular season runner-up in German DBBL in 2006 and 2022. Paunovic was voted to Eurobasket.com All-German DBBL Bosman Player of the Year back in 2006, 2009, 2010 and 2011.
She is close to retirement age as a player. It's very possible she may end her playing career at Freiburg.

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BRAZIL

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Thayna SILVA

LSB
(180-F-1996)
Avg: 17.0

17.0

15.9

15.4

15.3

14.9

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CANADA

Badel adds Paska to their roster - by Zeljko Zule

KK Badel 1862 Skopje (Prva A Liga) added to their roster 27-year old Canadian forward Sofia Paska (193cm-1996, agency: DC Sports) for season 2023-24. Paska played last season at St.Pauls in Irish Division 1. She helped them to win the Division 1 Southern title.
The previous (2021-22) season she played at Celtics (also in Division 1).
Paska has played previously professionally in Denmark (Lemvig) and Canada (Bold).
She was voted to OUA All-Rookie Team back in 2015.

Cassandre Prosper, Canada win bronze medal in FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup - by Eurobasket News

On Sunday, the Canadian women's under-19 team claimed the bronze medal in the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup with an 80-73 victory over France in Madrid, Spain. Syla Swords (182-G-2006) produced 26 points, six rebounds and six assists to lead Canada to the overtime win, which was just their second-ever podium finish in the event. Toby Fournier (188-F-2005) added 15 points and eight rebounds and Delaney Gibb (181-SG-2005) chipped in 11 points. The group pulled out the win without its leading scorer, Cassandre Prosper (188-SF-2005), who did not play in the contest. Prosper, the younger sister of Dallas' Olivier-Maxence Prosper, averaged 16.2 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.8 blocks in six games. The Mavericks' recent draftee, who has also represented Canada, was on hand to support Canada in Spain during the tournament as the group had one of its best runs. Canada went a perfect 3-0 in the group phase to advance to the knockout round of the tournament. They defeated Brazil and Mali before falling in the semifinals on Saturday to Spain, who was set to face the United States for the gold medal.
Courtesy of: yahoo.com

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CHILE

Vania Vega claims Chilean LNF Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Talented Vania Vega (173-F-2003) put on an amazing game in the last round for league's leader Gimnastico and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 17.
The 20-year old forward had the game-high 32 points adding eight rebounds and five assists for Gimnastico in her team's victory, helping them to outclass, the league's bottom-ranked team Llolleo (#6, 0-10) with 117-point margin 144-27. It allowed Gimnastico to consolidate first place in the Chilean LNF. Gimnastico have a solid 8-2 record. In the team's last game Vega had a remarkable 78.6% from 2-point range. She has many years of experience at Gimnastico, through which she has constantly improved. Vania Vega averages this season 12.5ppg and 5.6rpg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young international center Tatiana Gomez (192-C-1981) of league's best team Alemana P.. Gomez impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 28 points and 20 rebounds. Of course she led Alemana P. to another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Espanol (#3, 8-4) 85-43. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the top position in Zona D. Alemana P. consolidated its place in the very top position of the standings. She plays for the best team in the league and Alemana P. managed to win all 12 games keeping a perfect record. Gomez is one of the most experienced players at Alemana P. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 24.2ppg (#1). Her other stats are also decent: 14.9rpg and 4.9apg.

The third best performed player last round was another Alemana P.'s star - American Brittany Autry (185-C). Autry got into 30-points club by scoring 31 points in the last round. She went also for sixteen rebounds . She was another key player of Alemana P., helping her team with a 85-43 easy win against #3 ranked Espanol. Alemana P. have amazing season winning all 12 games without a single defeat in Zona D. Autry 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. Autry has a very solid season. In 6 games in Chile she scored 23.5ppg. She also has 13.3rpg, 2.0bpg and FGP: 62.2%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Aliyah Collier (183-G-1997) of Leones - 29 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Valentina Garay (176-F-2001) of Gimnastico - 18 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Daniela Dublo (184-PF-1988) of Gimnastico - 17 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists
7. Catalina Lopez (184-C-2004) of Leones - 12 points, 17 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Carolina Morales (2003) of Univ.de Chile - 15 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Analia Mendez (180-C-2004) of Puerto Montt - 21 points and 5 rebounds
10. Fernanda Ovalle (178-G-2003) of Gimnastico - 21 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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COCABA CHAMPIONSHIPS

El Salvador keep their perfect record at the Central American Championship - by Eurobasket News

El Salvador - Costa Rica 75:51

El Salvador continued with their perfect run at the Central American Championship. They improved to a 4-0 record beating Costa Rica 75:51. El Salvador opened the game with a 25-9 surge and added another 16-6 run in the second frame. Both teams nailed 22 pints each in the third quarter, whilst Costa Rica won the last stanza 14-12.
Destiny Campbell (185-F-1996, college: ECU) stepped up with 28 points and 17 rebounds, while Kimberly Villalobos (188-C-2000) netted 13. Daniela Quesada (168-G-1997, college: Salem) replied with 16 points in the losing effort.

Sonia Vasquez paces Guatemala past Honduras - by Eurobasket News

Guatemala - Honduras 77:59

Sonia Vasquez (182-F-1983) paced Guatemala past Honduras at the Central American Championship. She erupted with 31 points and 19 rebounds as Guatemala posted a 77-59 win. Guatemala dominated the start of the game with a 26-14 run and posted two wins in the second half.
Emily Rosales (178-F-1994) delivered 15 points and 13 rebounds for the winners and Astrid Garcia (165-PG-1995) notched 13. Helen Williams (179-F-1992) and Nelly Rapalo (173-F-1999) replied with 15 points each in the losing effort.

El Salvador win Central American Championship 2023 - by Eurobasket News

Guatemala - El Salvador 48:67

El Salvador have won Central American Championship 2023. They edged Guatemala 68-47 to finish with a perfect 5-0 record. Guatemala meanwhile suffered the first loss and finished second with a 4-1 record. El Salvador grabbed a 15-9 lead and had a 5-point advantage at the halftime. Moreover, they posted a 23-16 and 17-10 rallies in the second half to seal the trophy.
Destiny Campbell (185-F-1996, college: ECU) top-scored for the winners with 27 points and was named MVP of the tournament. Hillary Martinez (172-SF-1997) followed her with 18 points. Natalie Larranaga (175-G-2002) replied with 20 points in a loss and Emily Rosales (178-F-1994) notched 15.

Costa Rica stepped onto pedestal at the Central American Championship 2023 - by Eurobasket News

Nicaragua - Costa Rica 61:79

Costa Rica stepped onto pedestal at the Central American Championship 2023. They overcame Nicaragua to finish with a 3-2 record on the third place. Costa Rica opened the game with a 25-7 surge and dominated the whole game. Nicaragua managed to score 18 points in each of the the next three quarters, however could not catch up with the opponents.
Daniela Quesada (168-G-1997, college: Salem) was unstoppable with 29 points and Ana Matamoros (190-C-1993) notched 16. Shannen Peralta (F-2003) replied with 19 points in a loss, whilst Madison Sjogreen (1999, college: St.Thomas, FL) had 10.

Panama edge Honduras to close COCABA tournament - by Eurobasket News

Honduras - Panama 53:58

Panama edged Honduras 58-53 to close COCABA tournament with a 2-3 record. Honduras meanwhile ended up with a 1-4 record. It was Honduras who won the first two quarters and took a 32-27 halftime advantage. Panama meanwhile replied with an 18-11 run in the third quarter and closed the game with a final 13-10 rally.
Ashley Reid (165-G-1998, college: Wichita St.) top-scored for the winners with 14 points and Vivian Grenald (183-PF-2009) collected 12 points and 12 rebounds. Ankara Reichle (171-SF-2000) answered with 16 points in defeat, whilst Nelly Rapalo (173-F-1999) poured in 14.

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COSTA RICA

El Salvador keep their perfect record at the Central American Championship - by Eurobasket News

Costa Rica stepped onto pedestal at the Central American Championship 2023 - by Eurobasket News

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EL SALVADOR

El Salvador keep their perfect record at the Central American Championship - by Eurobasket News

El Salvador win Central American Championship 2023 - by Eurobasket News

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EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS U16

Division C. Azerbaijan conquer title in Andorra - by Eurobasket News

FINAL

Andorra - Azerbaijan 45-57
Azerbaijan celebrated Division C title. They upset hosting Andorra in the title game tonight. Ela Gokchol (170-SG-2007) tallied 19 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the champions. Andorra eked out a 17-16 lead ten minutes into the game. But Azerbaijan responded with an 18-6 rally in the second stanza to take a 34-23 halftime advantage. Azerbaijan limited Andorra to 12 points in the fourth stanza and got away with the decisive win. Shilan Akbingol (180-PF-2007) had 15 points and 25 rebounds for Azerbaijan. Andrea Cobo (168-G-2007) banked in 12 points and 14 rebounds for Andorra.

3-4 Place

Malta - Georgia 46-51
Georgia stepped onto the pedestal in Andorra. They toppled Malta to earn Bronze medals. Georgia trailed by one point at the first break. But Georgia used a 16-8 run in the second term to take a 25-18 halftime advantage. Georgia maintained the lead throughout the second half and raced to the win. Salome Svani (2007) notched 24 points for Georgia. Vanya Baldacchino (164-SF-2007) netted 18 points and grabbed 10 rebounds for Malta.

5-6 Place

Armenia - Albania 60-65
Albania held off Armenia to claim the fifth position at the tournament. Armenia dominated in the first half to gain an 8-point halftime lead. But Albania limited Armenia to just 21 points in the second half and snatched a tough win at the end. Neada Damo (172-F-2007) posted 17 points, while Emily Tershalla (164-SG-2007) added 14 points and 17 rebounds for Albania. Seda Gabrielyan notched 33 points and 10 steals for Armenia.

7-8 Place

Moldova - Gibraltar 48-25
Moldova thumped Gibraltar to earn the seventh position in Andorra. Gibraltar snatched a 12-11 lead after ten minutes. But Moldova held their opponents to just 9 points in the second half to race to the victory. Olga Polodiuc (168-G-2007) knocked down 12 points for Moldova. Isabelle Dalmedo (178-C-2008) posted 8 points and 12 rebounds for Gibraltar.

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FRANCE

Cousseins-Smith re-signs at Halle - by Eurobasket News

Gisa Lions MBC (DBBL) confirmed in their roster experienced 34-year old French point guard Joyce Cousseins-Smith (168cm-1988) for season 2023-24. Cousseins-Smith played there last season. She also played for Rheinland.
Cousseins-Smith was a member of French U16 National Team back in 2004.
She has played previously professionally in Spain (IDK Eustotren) and France (Tarbes, Villeneuve, Nice, Pays d'Aix and Calais).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others her team won German DBBL Regular Season in 2022. Cousseins-Smith was voted to Eurobasket.com All-French LFB Honorable Mention back in 2019.

Gisa Lions MBC roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Joyce Cousseins-Smith
Anissa Pounds
Taylor Robertson

Forward:
Annika Holopainen

Emily Leid is a newcomer at Esch - by Eurobasket News

Basket Esch (LBBL) strengthened their roster with addition of 23-year old French forward Emily Leid (178cm-1999) for season 2023-24. Leid has played for the last two years at Residence. In 23 Luxembourg games in Luxembourg she recorded 10.0ppg, 4.7rpg, 1.7apg and 1.1spg last season. She helped them to make it to the Supercup final and to the league semifinals.
Leid has played previously for Luxembourg team Sparta.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others Leid's team won Luxembourg Cup in 2022. She was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Luxembourg League Honorable Mention back in 2020.

Cassandre Prosper, Canada win bronze medal in FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup - by Eurobasket News

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GERMANY

Paunovic re-signs at Freiburg - by Eurobasket News

Cousseins-Smith re-signs at Halle - by Eurobasket News

Halle keeps Schinkel for another season - by Eurobasket News

Gisa Lions MBC (DBBL) re-signed 23-year old international guard Laura Schinkel (173cm-1999) for season 2023-24. Schinkel has played there for the last eight seasons.
She has been also a member of German international program for some years. Schinkel has regularly played for German senior team since 2018 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2017.
She represented Germany at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Klatovy (Czech Republic) four years ago. Her stats at that event were 7 games: 7.0ppg, 2.1rpg, 1.0spg, FGP: 37.0%, 3PT: 29.6%, FT: 71.4%.
Schinkel has played previously for SV Halle 2nd team.

Gisa Lions MBC roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Joyce Cousseins-Smith
Anissa Pounds
Laura Schinkel
Taylor Robertson

Forward:
Annika Holopainen

Halle keeps Oswald for another season - by Eurobasket News

Gisa Lions MBC (DBBL) re-signed 19-year old 178cm swingman Lilly Oswald for new season. Oswald has played there for the last three seasons. She has played previously for SV Halle 2nd team.

Gisa Lions MBC roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Joyce Cousseins-Smith
Anissa Pounds
Laura Schinkel
Taylor Robertson

Forwards:
Annika Holopainen
Lilly Oswald

Snyder re-signs at ALBA Berlin - by Eurobasket News

ALBA Berlin (DBBL) confirmed in their roster 28-year old American power forward Laina Snyder (185cm-1995, college: Ashland) for new 2023-24 season. Snyder played there last season. She helped them to make it to the semifinals.
The previous (2022) summer she played at Hoiho where in 12 New Zealand games she was the best scorer with impressive 20.5ppg and averaged 9.1rpg (#2 in the league), 3.5apg (top 5) and 2.1spg in 2022 year. A very impressive season as she was voted Australiabasket.com All-New Zealand Tauihi Basketball Aoteroa Center of the Year and League Player of the Week (2 times).
Snyder is quite experienced player. Her career allowed her to visit three different continents, while she played in four different countries. She tasted the life as pro basketball player in Europe, Australia and of course North America. Snyder has played previously professionally also in Greece (Niki Lefkadas), Luxembourg (Amicale and T71 Dudelange) and Australia (Tigers).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others she was selected Australiabasket.com All-Australian SBL Import Player of the Year back in 2019.
She graduated from Ashland University in 2018 and it will be her sixth season as a professional player.

ALBA Berlin roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Lena Gohlisch
Theresa Simon

Forward:
Marie Bertholdt

Center:
Laina Snyder

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GUATEMALA

Sonia Vasquez paces Guatemala past Honduras - by Eurobasket News

El Salvador win Central American Championship 2023 - by Eurobasket News

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HONDURAS

Sonia Vasquez paces Guatemala past Honduras - by Eurobasket News

Panama edge Honduras to close COCABA tournament - by Eurobasket News

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ICELAND

Fjolnir inks Korinne Campbell, ex Nyon - by Eurobasket News

Fjolnir Reykjavik (Subway League) agreed terms with experienced 35-year old American forward Korinne Campbell (184cm-1988, college: WVU) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Campbell is the second import player in the roster as Portuguese Raquel Laniero signed here earlier.
She played last season at Nyon Basket Feminin in Swiss SBL league. In 22 games she was league's fourth best scorer with impressive 18.6ppg and averaged 11.9rpg (leader !!!), 1.6apg and 1.5spg. She helped them to make it to both league and Cup finals after they ended regular season as second best team. 2022-23 was a great season as she was voted Eurobasket.com All-Swiss SBL Forward of the Year.
The previous (2022) summer she played at Wildcats in Australian NBL One South where in 22 games she had 14.3ppg, 11.0rpg, 1.5apg and 1.0spg in 2022 year.
She is quite experienced player. Campbell has played in ten different countries on three different continents (Europe, Australia and of course North America). She has played previously professionally in Finland (Peli Karhut and Vimpelin Veto), Germany (Rotenburg/Scheessel), Greece (PAOK Thessaloniki, GS Kronos Agiou Dimitriou and Ippokratis), Romania (Arad and Cluj Napoca), Spain (Tenerife), Sweden (Hogsbo and Uppsala), Portugal (Vagos), Luxembourg (T71 Dudelange), Australia (Knox Raiders) and Czech Republic (Nymburk).
Campbell graduated from West Virginia University in 2011 and it will be her 13th (hopefully lucky) (!!!) season as a professional player. She played also for University of Minnesota for 2 years.

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ISRAEL

E.Ramla lands Brittany Brown - by Eran Sela

Elitzur Ramla (D1) tabbed 27-year old American 173cm point guard Brittany Brown (college: FSU, agency: LBM Management) for new season. Brown is a well-known player in Israeli D1 as she played most recently at M.Ramat Gan. In 23 D1 games in Israel she averaged 13.8ppg, 7.4rpg, 8.5apg and 3.5spg last season. She helped them to make it to the semifinals. Brown can count that season as a very successful as was awarded Eurobasket.com All-Israeli League Defensive Player of the Year, League Player of the Week (2 times) and voted to Eurobasket.com All-Israeli League Third Team.
The previous (2021-22) season she played at Hertzliya where in 23 D1 games she had very impressive stats: 16.9ppg, 7.2rpg, 8.7apg and 4.5spg in that year.
She has played also professionally in Germany (Saarlouis and Keltern), Spain (Casablanca and Bembibre) and WNBA (Seattle Storm).
Brown graduated from Florida State University in 2017 and it will be her seventh season in pro basketball.

Elitzur Ramla roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Yarden Danan
Eden Rotberg
Brittany Brown

Forwards:
Sarah Sagerer
Danielle Raber

Centers:
Weronika Telenga
Jillian Alleyne

Coach: Daniel Gutt

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JUCO

SMC Names Jay Jenkins as Head Coach, Women's Basketball - by Eurobasket News

Southwestern Michigan College announced today that Jay Jenkins will join the athletic department as Head Coach, Women's Basketball. A native of Louisiana, SMC's new full-time head coach played basketball at Concordia College in Selma, Alabama. After graduating from Liberty University with a Bachelor's Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies in 2013, Jenkins continued at Liberty and earned a Master of Arts in Theology in 2015. Jenkins began coaching in 2013 at Broadmoor High School in Baton Rouge and moved to Head Coach at Bethany Christian School in Baker, Louisiana, in 2014. After one season, he had the opportunity to restart the men's basketball program at Kansas Christian College in Overland Park, where he served for three seasons. In 2017, he coached both the men's and women's teams at Lone Star College in Houston. For the last five seasons, Jenkins has been the head coach at Kaskaskia College located in Centralia, Illinois, an NJCAA Division 1 institution and member of the Great Rivers Athletic Conference. During his tenure at Kaskaskia, he led the turnaround of the Blue Angels from a 5-23 team in 2018-19 into a winning 17-14 one last season. 'We couldn't be more pleased that Coach Jenkins has agreed to lead SMC Women's Basketball,' said Athletic Director Rodell Davis, Senior. 'Jay is a man of high character and experience who will help us take this winning Roadrunners program to even higher levels.' 'I am extremely grateful for this opportunity to continue building on the foundation SMC has established,' Jenkins said. 'I would like to thank President Odenwald, his administration, and AD Davis for believing in my vision to lead this great program. It takes hands to build a house, but only hearts can build a home. SMC feels like home!' Jenkins takes over the helm of the Roadrunners from Coach Jeanine Wasielweski, who left SMC in June after two years for the position of Assistant Coach and Director of Player Development on Coquese Washington's staff at Rutgers University in New Jersey.
Courtesy of: smcroadrunners.com

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LUXEMBOURG

Lavinia Silva (ex Njardvik) agreed terms with T71 Dudelange - by Eurobasket News

T71 Dudelange (LBBL) strengthened their roster with addition of experienced 35-year old Portuguese-British international 188cm center Lavinia Silva for season 2023-24. Silva has played for the last two years at U.M.F. Njardvik in Icelandic Subway League. In 20 games she recorded 11.8ppg, 6.9rpg, 3.0apg and 1.1spg last season. She helped them to win the Supercup and make to league semifinals. Great season indeed as she was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Icelandic League Second Team.
Silva also represented Portugal at the Qualifications to European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) 2017 seven years ago. Her stats at that event were 6 games: 4.3ppg, 4.5rpg, 1.7spg.
She has played also professionally in Italy (Virtus Cagliari, Milano and La Spezia), Portugal (CAB Madeira, Boa Viagem, Alges and Clube Desportivo Escola Francisco Franco) and United Kingdom (Lions, Topcats and Suns). Silva was also selected to Eurobasket.com All-Italian Serie A2 Honorable Mention back in 2016, 2017 and 2018.
She won Icelandic League championship title in 2022.

Amanda Cahill joins Grengewald - by Eurobasket News

Grengewald Hostert (LBBL) agreed terms with 27-year old American forward Amanda Cahill (188cm-1996, college: Indiana, agency: LBM Management) for new 2023-24 season. Cahill played this summer at Glo (GWBA) in the U.S.
She represented USA at the Games of the Small States of Europe in Malta this year.
Cahill has played previously professionally in Australia (Force) and Luxembourg (Residence). She played in the final of Luxembourg League in 2021 and 2022. Cahill was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Luxembourg League Forward of the Year in 2021, 2022 and 2023.
She graduated from Indiana University in 2018 and it will be her sixth season as a professional player.

Esch lands Nadine Bourg - by Eurobasket News

Basket Esch (LBBL) tabbed 31-year old 165cm guard Nadine Bourg for upcoming 2023-24 season. Bourg has played for the last seven years at Residence. In 23 Luxembourg games she had 7.0ppg, 4.2rpg, 2.2apg and 1.6spg last season. She helped them to make it to the Supercup final and to the league semifinals.
Bourg has played previously for two other teams: Etzella and Black Star. She played in the final of Luxembourg League in 2011, 2021 and 2022.

Emily Leid is a newcomer at Esch - by Eurobasket News

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MALI

Joventut sign Gnere Dembele - by Eurobasket News

Joventut Badalona (LF Challenge) inked 23-year old Mali international 186cm center Gnere Dembele for upcoming season. Dembele is the second import player in the roster as Russian Maria Davydova signed here earlier.
She is not a newcomer in Spanish League as she played most recently at IDK Eustotren in the LF Endesa. In 23 games she recorded 6.3ppg and 3.3rpg last season. LF Challenge will be definitely a better match and she can see more playing time. Good season as she was voted League Player of the Week. She also played 2 games in Eurocup where she averaged 14.5ppg, 4.5rpg, 1.0apg and 3.0spg.
The previous (2021-22) season she played at Innova-TSN Leganes (LF Endesa). In 13 games she had 5.1ppg and 3.2rpg in that year.
She has been also a member of Mali international program for some years. Dembele has regularly played for Mali senior team since 2021 and previously for U19 National Team in 2019.
She represented Mali at the African Championship U18 in Maputo (Mozambique) five years ago.
Dembele has played previously for three other teams: Adareva, Genero and Barakaldo.
Among many awards she was selected Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LF2 Center of the Year in 2021.

Joventut Badalona roster for 2023-24:

Forwards:
Maria Davydova
Mariona Teixido
Marina Avinoa

Center:
Gnere Dembele

Joventut sign a second import player - by Eurobasket News

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MEXICO

LNBPF Round 6 of Quarter-Finals. Libertadoras force decider versus Fuerza Regia - by Eurobasket News

Fuerza Regia - Libertadoras 74-81

Libertadores made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. It was a great shooting night for Libertadores especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 55.0 percentage. The best player for the winners was Australian guard Madeleine Garrick (180-1992, agency: ONE Sports and Entertainment) who scored 23 points. American guard Evina Westbrook (183-1998, college: UConn) chipped in 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Brazilian forward Damiris Dantas (191-1992) who recorded a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and American forward Kaila Charles (185-1998, college: Maryland) added 18 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Fuerza Regia: K.Charles 18+8reb+2ast, D.Dantas 16+10reb+2ast, R.Perez 16+4reb+6ast, D.Pitts 11+2reb+2ast, K.Bell 5+1reb+2ast, G.Davis 4+3reb
Libertadoras: M.Garrick 23+4reb+2ast, E.Westbrook 15+5reb+4ast, L.Weaver 13+4reb+5ast, R.Gray 12+3reb, M.Benson 6+1reb, M.Tagliamento 5+7reb+4ast

Sf.Gheorghe adds Nelson to their roster, ex Astros - by Eurobasket News

ASC Sepsi SIC Sfantu Gheorghe (Liga Nationala) added to their roster 27-year old American forward Chelsea Nelson (188cm-1996, college: NC State) for season 2023-24. Nelson played this summer at Astros in Mexican LNBPF. She managed to play in three leagues in two countries last year. In 8 LNBPF games just recently she recorded 10.0ppg, 6.8rpg and 1.0apg. The last season she played at Nesibe in Turkish KBSL where in 26 games she averaged 14.5ppg, 8.0rpg, 1.8apg and 1.7spg. Nelson also played 1 game in Eurocup where she had very impressive stats: 25 points, 10 rebounds and 1 assist.
She has played also professionally in Hungary (PEAC-Pecs), Israel (Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion) and Spain (Zamarat). Nelson was also voted to Eurobasket.com All-Israeli League Honorable Mention in 2020 and 2021.
Her team made it to the Hungarian League Semifinals in 2022.
She graduated from North Carolina State University in 2018 and it will be her sixth season as a professional player.

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NICARAGUA

No Fear clinch Luisa Amanda Espinoza Memorial title - by Eurobasket News

No Fear clinched Luisa Amanda Espinoza Memorial title. They overcame Real Esteli in the championship series. No Fear earned a 76-55 win in Game 3 to conquer the trophy. Shannen Peralta (F-2003) scored 19 points to pace the champions. Naomy Alvarez (G-2004) added 15 points for the winners. Grissell Guillen answered with 15 points, while Laisha Hooker had 11 points for Real Esteli.

Costa Rica stepped onto pedestal at the Central American Championship 2023 - by Eurobasket News

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NORTH MACEDONIA

Badel adds Paska to their roster - by Zeljko Zule

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PANAMA

Panama edge Honduras to close COCABA tournament - by Eurobasket News

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PARAGUAY

Metropolitan League Round 5: Libertad lose to Sol de Amer. in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

Very significant was Sol de Amer.'s (#3, 3-1) victory against second-ranked Libertad (2-2) 77-70. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Libertad. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Sol de Amer. forced 19 Libertad turnovers. Pamela Encina (-2005) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and Ana Doldan chipped in 18 points and 7 rebounds. Liz Peralta (-2001) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 14 rebounds. Sol de Amer. (3-1) moved-up to second place. Libertad at the other side dropped to the third position with two games lost.
Metropolitan League top team - Felix Perez (4-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed fifth ranked Deportivo SJ (0-4) in Asuncion 85-20. The former international guard Jazmin Mercado (171-1989) nailed 28 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists (perfect behind the arc making all five shots) for the winning side and Ximena Ibarra accounted for 18 points and 6 rebounds. The former international point guard Agostina Ochipinti (170-2004) came up with 9 points and 7 rebounds for Deportivo SJ 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. Felix Perez have a solid series of four victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 4-0 record. Deportivo SJ at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost.

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.

Felix Perez - Deportivo SJ 85-20

Metropolitan League top team - Felix Perez (4-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed fifth ranked Deportivo SJ (0-4) in Asuncion 85-20. Felix Perez held Deportivo SJ to an opponent 14.5 percent shooting from the field compared to 47.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Felix Perez forced 28 Deportivo SJ turnovers and outrebounded them 49-36 including a 38-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. Felix Perez players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Deportivo SJ's players. The former international guard Jazmin Mercado (171-1989) nailed 28 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists (perfect behind the arc making all five shots) for the winning side and the former international guard Ximena Ibarra (172-2001) accounted for 18 points and 6 rebounds. The former international point guard Agostina Ochipinti (170-2004) came up with 9 points and 7 rebounds and Micaela Sosa added 4 points respectively for Deportivo SJ 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. Felix Perez have a solid series of four victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 4-0 record. Deportivo SJ at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost.
Top scorers:
Felix Perez: J.Mercado 28+5reb+5ast, X.Ibarra 18+6reb+1ast, B.Ana 11+3reb, L.Antonella 6+2reb+1ast, G.Ana 4+3reb+1ast, V.Sofia 4+7reb+2ast
Deportivo SJ: O.Agostina 9+7reb+1ast, S.Micaela 4+4reb+1ast, A.Agustina 3+2reb, M.Nayeli 2+4reb+2ast, N.Adriana 2+4reb, V.Jimena 0

Sol de Amer. - Libertad 77-70

Very significant was Sol de Amer.'s (#3, 3-1) victory against second-ranked Libertad (2-2) 77-70. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Libertad. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Sol de Amer. forced 19 Libertad turnovers. Pamela Encina (-2005) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and Ana Doldan chipped in 18 points and 7 rebounds. Liz Peralta (-2001) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 14 rebounds and the former international Camila Bogado scored 14 points and 6 rebounds. Sol de Amer. (3-1) moved-up to second place. Libertad at the other side dropped to the third position with two games lost.
Top scorers:
Sol de Amer.: E.Pamela 18+12reb+3ast, D.Ana 18+7reb+2ast, M.Paula 14+5reb+2ast, G.Milagros 8+3reb+2ast, M.Kiara 7+4reb+1ast, A.Alexa 7+7reb+6ast
Libertad: T.Florencia 16+6reb+1ast, P.Liz 15+14reb, B.Camila 14+6reb+3ast, F.Lisandri 10+6reb, M.Perez 6+10reb+6ast, M.Maria Paz 6+7reb+8ast

Mercado number one in Paraguay Metropolitan League for round 5 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Argentinian Guard Jazmin Mercado (171-G-1989) had a very impressive game in the last round for top-ranked Felix Perez, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 5.
The 34-year old player was the main contributor (28 points, five rebounds and five assists) to her team's victory, helping them to outclass, the league's bottom-ranked team Deportivo SJ (#5, 0-4) with 65-point margin 85-20. It allowed Felix Perez to consolidate first place in the Paraguayan Metropolitan League. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but Felix Perez already had a very good start winning all 4 without losing a single one. Mercado has many years of experience at Felix Perez, through which she has constantly improved. Jazmin Mercado has solid league stats. She is league's best scorer averaging so far 21.0ppg and is league's best passer with 6.0apg. Mercado is in league's top in and averages impressive 3.5spg,73.7% FGP and 57.1% from behind 3-point line.

The second best player in last round's games was young Pamela Encina (2005) of league's second-best Sol de Amer.. Encina had a very good evening with a double-double of 18 points and 12 rebounds. Of course Sol de Amer. cruised to a 77-70 relatively comfortable win over slightly lower-ranked Libertad (#3, 2-2). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Sol de Amer. consolidated its place in top 2 of the standings. Her team's 3-1 record is not bad at all. Encina is one of the most experienced players at Sol de Amer. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.8ppg (#2). Her other stats are also decent: 9.8rpg and 4.3apg.

Third on the list of top players last round was Liz Peralta (2001) of Libertad (#3). Peralta scored 15 points and grabbed fourteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Peralta's great performance Libertad lost 70-77 to #2 ranked Sol de Amer.. But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The last thing Libertad needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 2 victories and 2 lost games. Peralta has a great season in Paraguay. After only 4 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 10.3ppg (5th best), rebounds with 8.3rpg (3rd best) and assists with 0.0apg (3rd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Ximena Ibarra (172-G-2001) of Felix Perez - 18 points and 6 rebounds
5. Paula Moreira) of Sol de Amer. - 14 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Ana Doldan) of Sol de Amer. - 18 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Alexa Almeida (2005) of Sol de Amer. - 7 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists
8. Camila Bogado) of Libertad - 14 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Maria Paz Morinigo (2002) of Libertad - 6 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists
10. Maria Perez (165-PG-1999) of Libertad - 6 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists

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

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POLAND

Arka Gdynia tabs Bozena Puter - by Eurobasket News

VBW Arka Gdynia (EBLK) inked 23-year old international 182cm forward Bozena Puter for upcoming season. Puter has played for the last two years at MKS Polkowice in the EBLK. In 31 games she averaged 6.4ppg, 3.0rpg and 1.2apg last season. She helped them to win the Supercup and make to league final. Puter also played 9 games in Euroleague where she had just 1.6ppg and 1.2rpg.
She represented Poland at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 in Udine (Italy) five years ago. Her stats at that event were 6 games: 1.5ppg, 2.8rpg.
Puter has played previously for four other teams: Wisla Krakow, Wroclaw, Lomianki and SMS II Lomianki.

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PORTUGAL

Lavinia Silva (ex Njardvik) agreed terms with T71 Dudelange - by Eurobasket News

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ROMANIA

Sf.Gheorghe adds Nelson to their roster, ex Astros - by Eurobasket News

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RWANDA

D1 Round 13 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The game in supposed to be quite interesting. Fourth ranked RP-IPRC Huye (7-4) played at the court of 5th ranked Gahini (5-6). RP-IPRC Huye smashed Gahini 78-37 on Sunday. RP-IPRC Huye have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to third place. Newly promoted Gahini keeps the fifth position with six games lost.
The game with biggest result difference took place in . Local RP-IPRC Huye (7-4) outscored 8th ranked UR Kigali (1-11) 100-27. RP-IPRC Huye have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to third place. UR Kigali lost eighth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay at the bottom position with 11 games lost.

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Gahini - RP-IPRC Huye 37-78

The game in supposed to be quite interesting. Fourth ranked RP-IPRC Huye (7-4) played at the court of 5th ranked Gahini (5-6). RP-IPRC Huye smashed Gahini 78-37 on Sunday. RP-IPRC Huye have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to third place. Newly promoted Gahini keeps the fifth position with six games lost.

RP-IPRC Huye - UR Kigali 100-27

The game with biggest result difference took place in . Local RP-IPRC Huye (7-4) outscored 8th ranked UR Kigali (1-11) 100-27. RP-IPRC Huye have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to third place. UR Kigali lost eighth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay at the bottom position with 11 games lost.

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SOUTH AFRICA

WBNL Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Tshwane Suns and WC Mounaineers advance into Final - by Eurobasket News

Tshwane S. - Limpopo P. 56-50

Tshwane S. forced 26 Limpopo P. turnovers. 24 personal fouls committed by Limpopo P. helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Zimbabwean swingman Fadzai Mabasa (170-1983) fired 15 points and 4 assists for the winners. The former international swingman Pumla Sathula (175-1984, college: Hamilton) chipped in 16 points and 5 rebounds. Lufuno Mutungutungu produced a double-double by scoring 17 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and Lauren Fredericks added 10 points respectively for lost side.
Top scorers:
Tshwane S.: P.Sathula 16+5reb+2ast, F.Mabasa 15+4reb+4ast, M.Zinhle 8+7reb, A.Charmaine 6+8reb, C.Chigumba 4+8reb+2ast, M.Ellen 3+4reb+2ast
Limpopo P.: M.Lufuno 17+15reb+5ast, F.Lauren 10+3reb, M.Boitumelo 6+6reb, M.Phuti 6+1reb+1ast, B.Bellaire 4+9reb, T.Nthabiseng 4+6reb+1ast

WC Mountaineers - Egoli M. 68-41

WC Mountaineers dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Egoli M.'s 30. WC Mountaineers forced 35 Egoli M. turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Corinne Moussi who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists and 7 steals. Talita Memani contributed with 21 points and 6 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) for the winners. The former international Lindiwe Shabangu (-1995) answered with 9 points and 11 rebounds and Phindile Nkosi added 6 points and 12 rebounds in the effort for Egoli M.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:
WC Mountaineers: M.Talita 21+6reb, M.Corinne 16+10reb+5ast, G.Chauness 8+4reb+1ast, B.Gwangwa 7+5reb+4ast, C.Thina 4, F.Dineo 4+3reb+2ast
Egoli M.: L.Shabangu 9+11reb+1ast, N.Phindile 6+12reb+1ast, M.Happiness 6+3reb, M.Mutengo 5+1reb+1ast, M.Katia 4+5reb, B.Herculina 4+7reb

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SPAIN

Aranguren keeps Benito for another season - by Eurobasket News

LF2 newcomer Aranguren Mutilbasket re-signed Mar Benito for upcoming season. Benito played there last season. In 26 LF2 games she averaged just 2.7ppg and 2.3rpg.

Joventut sign Gnere Dembele - by Eurobasket News

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SWITZERLAND

Hunter re-signs at Riva - by Luca Maffioli

MARI GROUP Riva Basket (SBL) confirmed in their roster 25-year old American guard Marie Hunter (170cm-1998, college: Indiana State) for new 2023-24 season. Hunter played there last season. She helped them to win the NLB title.
Hunter graduated from Indiana State in 2022 and it is her second season as a professional player. She played also for Wabash Valley College for 2 years.

Fjolnir inks Korinne Campbell, ex Nyon - by Eurobasket News

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WORLD CUP U19

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jana ELALFY

EGY
(192-C-2005)
Avg: 21.4

21.4

18.6

17.4

17.1

16.9

USA top Spain to clinch title in Madrid - by Eurobasket News

FINAL

Spain - USA 66-69
USA claimed the third straight U19 World Cup title. They nipped Spain in the Final tonight to defend the trophy. Cotie McMahon (183-F-2004) recorded 16 points to lead the champions. USA grabbed a 21-16 lead at the first break. Spain erased the deficit in the second quarter and tied things up at 34 heading into the second half. USA sank 20 points in the third period to eke out a 2-point lead. They limited Spain to just 14 points in the fourth stanza to get away with the trophy. Chloe Kitts (190-F-2004) netted 15 points and collected 9 rebounds for USA. Iyana Martin (172-PG-2006) answered with 19 points for Spain.

3-4 Place

Canada - France 80-73 OT
Canada outlasted France in overtime to step onto the podium in Spain. The North American team claimed the third position behind 26 points from Syla Swords (182-G-2006). France recorded a 22-15 lead after the first period. Canada limited their opponents to just 8 points in the fourth term to force overtime. They drained 12 points in the overtime to snatch the win. Toby Fournier chipped in 15 points for Canada. France answered with 17 points from Daniela Dibanzilua (172-SG-2004).

5-6 Place

Mali - Japan 73-61
Mali clinched the fifth position as they rallied past Japan in Spain tonight. The African team got to a strong start. They built a 37-22 halftime advantage. Japan pulled within 5 points at the final intermission but Mali sank 22 points in the fourth quarter and marched to the win. Maimouna Haidara (181-PF-2004) tallied 18 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists for the winning side. Haru Owaki (177-PF-2004) answered with 15 points for Japan.

7-8 Place

Lithuania - Czech Republic 50-76
Czech Republic crushed Lithuania to clinch the 7th position. Czech Republic built a 37-25 halftime lead. They held Lithuania to just 25 points in the second half to march to a comfortable win. Valentyna Kadlecova (182-F-2004) finished with 18 points, while Charlotte Velichova (176-G-2004) added 14 point for Czech Republic. Gerda Raulusaityte (189-C-2004) answered with 12 points for Lithuania.

9-10 Place

Australia - Germany 81-73

Australia held off Germany to claim the ninth overall position. Germany enjoyed a 45-39 halftime advantage. But Australia answered with a strong 42-28 second half run to secure the win. Nyadiew Puoch (189-C-2004) and Sophie Burrows (184-F/C-2004) had 18 points apiece for Australia. Frieda Buehner (184-F/C-2004, college: Florida) netted 19 points for Germany.

11-12 Place

Egypt - Italy 56-64
Italy beat Egypt to earn the 11th position. Egypt led by one point after ten minutes. But Italy used a 16-11 run in the second term to gain a 5-point halftime advantage. They followed with a 21-17 rally in the fourth stanza to ice the win. Beatrice Caloro (177-G-2004) had 18 points, while Eleonora Villa delivered 16 points for Italy. Jana Sallman (189-F-2006) answered with 20 points and 15 rebounds for Egypt.

13-14 Place

Brazil - China 62-76
China earned the 13th overall position in Spain as they topped Brazil today. China trailed by as many as 8 points ten minutes into the game. But they ignited a strong 23-11 run in the fourth quarter to sneak past their opponents. Duoling Hu (175-G-2005) came up with 28 points to lead the winners. Ana De Oliveira responded with 15 points for Brazil.

15-16 Place

Taiwan - Argentina 79-72 OT
Taiwan wrapped up their campaign with victory. They toppled Argentina in overtime for the initial win in Spain. Hsiao Yu-Wen (184-C-2005) posted 19 points and 14 rebounds to lead the Asian team. Chin-Huan Yu accounted for 16 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Nicole Tapari (172-G-2004) answered with 22 points and 7 rebounds for Argentina.

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WPBA

Round 7: Top-ranked Wolves win another game - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

WPBA top team - Wolves (6-1) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed eighth ranked Valkyrie (0-7) in Alameda 123-59. Wolves dominated down low during the game scoring 80 of its points in the paint compared to Valkyrie's 12. They outrebounded Valkyrie 49-18 including a 15-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of power forward Hannah Langhi (188, college: Cent Arkansas) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 30 points and 15 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field). Canadian-Jamaican guard Faatimah Amen-Ra (168-1991, college: Toronto) contributed with 35 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Guard Brooke Panfili (168, college: Sacramento St.) answered with 14 points and 8 rebounds for Valkyrie. Wolves maintains first place with 6-1 record. Valkyrie at the other side still closes the standings with seven games lost. Wolves are looking forward to face Royals (#5) in Berkeley in the next round. Valkyrie will play at home against Riptide and hopes to get finally their first victory.

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Wolves - Valkyrie 123-59

WPBA top team - Wolves (6-1) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed eighth ranked Valkyrie (0-7) in Alameda 123-59. Wolves dominated down low during the game scoring 80 of its points in the paint compared to Valkyrie's 12. They outrebounded Valkyrie 49-18 including a 15-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of power forward Hannah Langhi (188, college: Cent Arkansas) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 30 points and 15 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field). Canadian-Jamaican guard Faatimah Amen-Ra (168-1991, college: Toronto) contributed with 35 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Four Wolves players scored in double figures. Guard Brooke Panfili (168, college: Sacramento St.) answered with 14 points and 8 rebounds and forward Maggie Peressini (180) added 2 points in the effort for Valkyrie. Wolves maintains first place with 6-1 record. Valkyrie at the other side still closes the standings with seven games lost. Wolves are looking forward to face Royals (#5) in Berkeley in the next round. Valkyrie will play at home against Riptide and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Wolves: F.Amen-Ra 35+7reb+4ast, R.Harris 30+6reb+1ast, H.Langhi 30+15reb+3ast, X.Rachel 10+3reb, J.Jackson 10+11reb+3ast, M.Hall 8+7reb+6ast
Valkyrie: B.Panfili 14+8reb+2ast, H.Silkquoiah 4, G.Mahinay 3+2reb, P.Maggie 2+3reb+1ast, E.Codding 0, A.Warny 0+5reb